McHenry Times

City of Crystal Lake City Council met Sept. 20.

Here are the minutes provided by the council:

Call to Order

Mayor Haleblian called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.

RollCall

Mayor Haig Haleblian, Councilmembel's Brett Hopkins, Cameron Hubbard, Mandy Montford and Ian Philpot were present. City Clerk Nick Kachiroubas was also present. Councilmembers Ellen Brady and Cathy Ferguson attended the meeting telephonically.

Interim City Manager Eric Helm, Director of Public Works and Engineering Michael Magnuson, Director of Community Development Kathryn Cowlin, Finance Director Jodie Hartman, Chief of Police James Black, Fire Rescue Chief Paul DeRaedt, and City Attorney John Cowlin were also present. Special Legal Counsel Victor Filippini was also present telephonically.

Approval of Councilmembers Brady and Ferguson Telephonic Attendance Councilman Hopkins moved to approve Councilwomen Ferguson's and Brady's telephonic attendance of the City Council Meeting. Councilman Hubbard seconded the motion. On roll call, all present voted yes. Motion passed.

Pledge of Allegiance

Mayor Haleblian introduced P03 Samantha Sfondouris and her mother Selvia Sfondouris to lead in the Pledge of Allegiance. Sfondomis has lived in Crystal Lake since she was four years old and graduated from Central High School in 2013 before attending McHenry County College for two years before joining the Navy. She graduated from boot camp at the Great Lakes Naval Station and has spent the last four years in the Navy.

Sfondouris is cUlTently stationed in Norfolk, Virginia on the USS Harry S. Truman aircraft carrier where she works as an ABF3. She has deployed 3 times, has been to 8 countries, and just returned from a 10-month deployment with the 6th fleet in the Mediterranean Sea.

Approval of Minutes

Councilwoman Ferguson moved to approve the minutes of the August 16, 2022 Regular City Council Meeting. Councilwoman Montford seconded the motion. On roll call, all present voted yes. Motion passed.

Accounts Payable

Councilwoman Ferguson moved to approve the Accounts Payable in the amount of $2,227,898.07. Councilwoman Montford seconded the motion. On roll call, all present voted yes. Motion passed.

Public Presentation

Mayor Haleblian asked if there was anyone in the public who wished to make a public presentation regarding an item not on the agenda.

Donald Kountz, resident of 1550 W. Crandon Court, spoke about Kiwanis Peanut Days, which will be held in the morning on September 23rd and 24th at Country Donuts and Jewel, and different organizations Kiwanis help throughout the community.

Mayor's Report

Encouraged everyone to support the Kiwanis and buy peanuts.

City Council Reports

Councilman Hopkins shared Johnny Appleseed Festival will be on Satw'day and encouraged all to attend.

Councilman Philpot shared the Council's condolences on the recent passing of Planning and Zoning Commissioner Jim Jouron. Jim served the City of Crystal Lake for over 30 years.

Consent Agenda

Councilwoman Brady moved to approve a Consent Agenda, including Items 9a, 9b and 9c and adding Items 10, 11, 13, 14, 15, 16, and 17. Councilman Hubbard seconded the motion.

Mayor Haleblian asked if anyone wished to speak on the Consent Agenda. No one wished to speak. On roll call, all present voted yes. Motion passed.

9a. Adopted a Resolution supporting the application for Rlinois Transportation Enhancement Program (ITEP) fundingfor the Oak Street Pedestrian Path Improvement Project.

9b. Amended Rules and Regulations of the Board of Fire and Police Commissioners - Information Only

9c. Approved issuance of a Class 16 Temporary Liquor License to the St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Knights of Columbus Council #10678 for the Oktoberfest on Saturday, October 8, 2022.

10. Adopted an Ordinance reducing the number of Class 8 liquor licenses from 6 to 5 and increasing the number of Class 24 liquor licenses from the currently permitted 7 licenses to 8 licenses, in order to allow for the issuance of a new Class 24 liquor license to Goal Line Sports Bar & Grill, located at 85 Brink Street.

11. Approved the Historic Preservation Commission (HPC) recommendation and adopted an Ordinance authorizing the Historic Landmark designation for 215 Rlinois Street.

13. Approved the Planning and Zoning Commission (PZC) recommendations and adopt an Ordinance granting variations to the parking lot setbacks, perimeter landscaping and foundation landscaping at 6319 Northwest Highway.

14. Adopted a Resolution authorizing the Interim City Manager to execute a sale source renewal order form with Up/and Software, Inc., for a fIVe (5) year renewal of the subscription fees for Document Imaging & Management software in the amount of $25,200.00 annually from October 1, 2022 through September 30, 2027.

15. Awarded the Pingree Metra Station Parking Lot and Site Rehabilitation Bid to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, Schroeder Asphalt Services, Inc. and adopted a Resolution authorizing the Interim City Manager to execute a contract with Schroeder Asphalt Services, Inc. in the amount of $676,049.00, execute change orders for up to 10% of the contract amount, and approve warranted completion date change orders relating to the contract.

16. Awarded the Downtown Parking Improvements - Williams Street and Grant Street Bid to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, Alliance Contractors, Inc. and adopt a Resolution authorizing the Interim City Manager to execute a contract with Alliance Contractors, Inc. in the amount of$276,812.20, execute change orders for up to 10% of the contract amount, and approve warranted completion date change orders relating to the contract.

17. Authorized a waiver of fees for the Crystal Lake Chamber of Commerce Home and Business Expo, approved fo be held on Saturday, October I, 2022, with set-up on Friday, September 30, 2022 at the Three Oaks Recreation Area, subject to the recommended conditions.

12. 775 Oak Court - Simplified Residential Variation from Article 4-600 from the maximum dormer length of 5 feet (200/0 of the length of the side of the structure) to allow a dormer length of 16 feet, a variation of 11 feet on the north and south elevations on a new detached garage

Community Development Director Kathryn Cowlin provided the Mayor and City Council with an overview of the petitioner's request. The petitioner also provided background on the request.

Mayor Haleblian asked if there was anyone from the public who wished to comment on the request. No one wished to speak.

Councilwoman Mandy Montford said she did not have an issue with the request, and suggested to the petitioner to change the donner design to be more aesthetically pleasing.

Councilwoman Brady moved to approve the Planning & Zoning Commission (PZC) recommendation and adopt an Ordinance granting a variation for dormers on a detached garage at 775 Oak CoUti. Councilman Philpot seconded the motion. On 1'011 call, all present voted yes. Motion passed.

Councll Inquiries and Requests

The Mayor and City Council and Public Works Director Mike Magnuson welcomed Matt Farmer, new Deputy Director of Public Works and Engineering.

Adjourn

There being no further business, Councilman Hopkins moved to adjourn the meeting at 7: 17 p.m. Councilman Hubbard seconded the motion. On voice vote, all present voted yes. Motion passed.

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