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City of Crystal Lake City Council met Oct. 4.

Here are the minutes provided by the council:

Call to Order

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

Roll Call

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

Interim City Manager Eric Helm, Assistant City Manager Nick Hammonds, Director of Public Works and Engineering Michael Magnuson, Director of Community Development Kathryn Cowlin, Assistant Finance Director Adam Orton, 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.

Approval of Councilmember Ferguson Telephonic Attendance

Councilman Hopkins moved to approve Councilwoman Ferguson'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 Army Sergeant 1 st Class Derrick Johnson to lead the Pledge of Allegiance. Sgt. Johnson is an Army recruiter in Crystal Lake, where he lives with his wife and four children. Sgt. Johnson joined the Army in 2010. He served in Afghanistan and has served in many different roles.

Mayor Haleblian thanked him for his service and asked how recruitment efforts are going.

Approval of Minutes

Councilwoman Ferguson moved to approve the minutes of the September 20, 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 $2,630,785.80. 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. Kim Bennett, resident of 1438 New Haven Drive in Cary, spoke to the Mayor and City Council regarding her concerns with the installation of evergreen screening at The Springs development. She was hoping to receive additional information on the status of planting.

Community Development Director Kathryn Cowlin said the developer has not finished planting for the season and a site visit is scheduled for tomorrow. Ms. Cowlin said she would let Ms. Bennett know the planting schedule.

No one else wished to speak.

Mayor's Report

Mayor Haleblian said he had the honor and privilege of attending the 100th Birthday Celebration of Crystal Lake resident and Navy veteran Lorraine Egan last week. He said she is an amazing person.

City Council Reports

Councilwoman Brady thanked the Mayor and Councilman Hopkins and the Crystal Lake Strikers for performing for her aunt's celebration.

Consent Agenda

Councilwoman Brady moved to approve a Consent Agenda, including Items 9a and adding Items 11, 12, 14, 15, 16, 17, and 18. Councilman Philpot 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. Took no action on the County Zoning RequestJor 3510 Lily Pond Road.

11. Approved the Planning and Zoning Commission (PZC) recommendations and adopted an Ordinance granting the Variation Amendment allowing the Rookies to openJor lunch at 72 N. Williams Street.

12. Adopted an Ordinance increasing the number oj Class 9 liquor licenses from the currently permitted 5 licenses to 6 licenses, in order to allow Jor the issuance oj a new Class 9 liquor license to Rookies 7-Crystal Lake Inc., d/b/a Rookies All American Sports Pub & Grill, located at 72 North Williams Street.

14. Approved the Planning and Zoning Commission (PZC) recommendations and adopted an Ordinance granting the Preliminary and Final Planned Unit Development, Comprehensive Land Use Plan Amendment, and RezoningJor Starbucks at the Southeast corner oj Randall Road and Ackman Road.

15. Adopted a Resolution awarding a contract Jor thermoplastic pavement markings to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, Precision Pavement Markings, in the submitted bid amounts for a not-to-exceed amount of $150,000.00 and authorize warranted completion date change orders.

16. Adopted an Ordinance waiving competitive bidding and authorizing the Interim City Manager to execute a contract from October 1, 2022 through December 31, 2022 with Alexander Chemical Corporation for the purchase of chlorine gas at $1.44 per pound plus a $75 delivery fee; and execute a contract from October 1,2022 through December 31,2022 with Carus, LLCfor the purchase of or tho poly phosphate at $0. 93/pound.

17. Rejected the Three Oaks Recreation Area Storage Building bids from the bid opening on August 11, 2022; and awarded the Three Oaks Recreation Area Storage Building Bid to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, Carmichael Construction, Inc., and adopted a Resolution authorizing the Interim City Manager to execute a contract with Carmichael Construction, Inc. in the amount of $221,575.75, execute change orders for up to 10% of the contract amount, and approve warranted completion change orders.

18. Awarded the Three Oaks Recreation Area Trail and Shoreline Restoration Bid to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, Campanella & Sons, Inc., and adopted a Resolution authorizing the Interim City Manager to execute a contract with Campanella & Sons, Inc. in the amount of$265,236.80, execute change orders for up to 10% of the contract amount, and approved warranted completion date change orders.

10. City Code Amendment to increase the Number of Class 28 Liquor Licenses and to increase the Number of Video Gaming Licenses - Applicant: 52 Brink Street LLC, d/b/a Cantina 52, located at 52 Brink Street

Councilman Philpot thanked the owners for only putting three gaming machines the space.

Councilwoman Brady moved to adopt an Ordinance increasing the number of Class 28 Liquor Licenses from the current permitted 16 licenses to 17 licenses for 52 Brink Street LLC, d/b/a Cantina 52, located at 52 Brink Street. Councilman Hopkins seconded the motion. On roll call, Councilmembers Brady, Hopkins, Hubbard, Montford, Philpot and Mayor Haleblian voted yes. Councilmember Ferguson voted no. Motion passed.

Councilwoman Brady moved to adopt an Ordinance increasing the number of Video Gaming Licenses from the current permitted 16 licenses to 17 licenses for 52 Brink Street LLC, d/b/a Cantina 52, located at 52 Brink Street. Councilman Hubbard seconded the motion. On roll call, Council members Brady, Hubbard, Montford, Philpot and Mayor Haleblian voted yes. Council members Ferguson and Hopkins voted no. Motion passed.

13. Retailer Facade and Commercial Tenant Improvement Grant Funds request for Rookies, 72 N. Williams Street, requesting up to $10,000 in matching grant funds Community Development Director Kathryn Cowlin provided the Mayor and City Council with an overview of the request for the grant for Rookies at 72 N. Williams Street. She said the petition meetings all of the grant requirements.

Mayor Haleblian asked if the petitioner wanted to speak on the request. Bob Karas and John Alimissis provided the Mayor and City Council with a history of the restaurant group and staff who will be involved at the Crystal Lake location. Mr. Karas and Mr. Alimissis said they are excited to bring Rookies to downtown Crystal Lake.

Mr. Karas said they are remodeling the space to be much brighter than previous businesses. He said Rookies would be a very family oriented sports bar.

Councilwoman Montford asked about the kids game area. Mr. Al imissis said there would be an arcade game area for children and in the future hopefully a video gaming area as well as an additional entertainment option.

Councilman Philpot thanked the petitioner for coming to Crystal Lake. He asked the petitioner to please be careful about the building signage as the building is special to the downtown.

Councilman Philpot said the City Council would be open to considering a sign variation depending on what sign options are explored. The petitioner said they are happy to work with City staff on signage.

Mayor Haleblian said he did have a concern regarding signage but there is also a concern regarding employee parking. Ms. Cowlin said a condition of approval for the zoning approval is use of z-lots for employee parking.

Mayor Haleblian thanked the petitioner for bringing Rookies to the City of Crystal Lake.

Councilwoman Brady moved to award up to $10,000 in Retailer Fa~ade and Commercial Tenant Improvement Grant Funds to Rookies located at 72 N. Williams Street, and to adopt a Resolution authorizing the Interim City Manager to execute the Grant Agreement with Rookies. Councilman Hopkins seconded the motion. On roll call, all present voted yes. Motion passed.

In addition, Mayor Haleblian explained the City'S regulations regarding the sale of alcohol to the owners of Rookies. He also explained the City'S IMPACT program, wished them the best of luck with their business.

Council Inquiries and Requests

None.

Ad journ to Executive Session for the purpose of discussing matters of pending and probable litigation, the sale, purchase or lease of real property, collective bargaining and personnel

Councilwoman Brady moved to adjourn to Executive Session for the purpose of discussing matters of pending and probable litigation, the sale, purchase or lease of real property, collective bargaining and personnel. Councilman Hubbard seconded the motion. On roll call, all present voted yes. Motion passed.

Reconvene to Regular Session

Councilman Philpot moved to reconvene to Regular Session. Councilman Hopkins seconded the motion. On voice vote, all present voted yes.

Adjourn

There being no further business, Councilman Philpot moved to adjourn the meeting at 8:56 p.m. Councilman Hopkins seconded the motion. On voice vote, all present voted yes. Motion passed.

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