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City of McHenry City Council met March 6

Here are the minutes provided by the council:

Call to Order: The attorney for the City of McHenry called to motion for Alderman Glab, Mayor Pro Tim.

A motion was made by Alderwoman Miller and seconded by Alderman Santi to allow Alderman Glab as Mayor Pro Tim. Roll Call: Vote: 6-ayes: Alderman Santi, Alde, Alderman McClatchey, Alderman Harding-absent, Alderman Strach, Alderman Devine, Alderwoman Miller. O-nays, 1-abstained, Alderman Glab. Motion carried.

Roll Call: Alderman Glab called the roll call.

Members present Alderman Santi, Alderman Glab, Alderman McClatchey, Alderman Harding, Alderman Strach, Alderman Devine, Alderwoman Miller, and Mayor Jett-absent. Others present: Attorney McArdle-absent (Denise), Administrator Morefield, Director of Public Works Strange, Director of Community Development Polerecky, Finance Director Lynch, Director of Parks and Recreation Hobson-absent, Director of Economic Development Martin, Chief of Police Birk, City Planner Sheriff-absent, Deputy Clerk Johnson, and City Clerk Ramel.

Pledge of Allegiance: Alderman Glab led the pledge.

Proclamation: recognizing Chris Moore's Class 3A Individual Wrestling State Championship and proclaiming the week of March 6, 2023 as Chris Moore State Champion Week.

*Clerks Note: Administrator Morefield read the proclamation for Chris Moore, in absence of Mayor Jett.

Public Comments: Carl Kamanski county board newly elected, likes to attend the city council meetings in the area. Gave an overview of what he does and would like to offer his assistance if needed.

Consent Agenda: Motion to Approve the following Consent Agenda Items as presented:

A. Ratify the Statement of Intent for participating in the multi-jurisdictional McHenry County Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan. (Deputy City Clerk Johnson)

B. Resolution of commitment for funding and authorization for the Mayor to execute a grant agreement with the Illinois Department of Natural Resources for the purpose of installing asphalt pavement in the Miller Riverfront Park, Public Works Director Strange)

C. Resolution authorizing the Deputy City Clerk to Update the Official Zoning Map and to Publish a Notice of the Zoning Map Update. (Deputy City Clerk Johnson)

D. Authorize the execution of the following Farm Lease Agreements:

a. Lease Agreement w/David Laufer (former Levy Property)

b. Lease Agreement w/ Bauer Family (Petersen Farm)

c. Lease Agreement w Charles Schaefer (Riverside Hollow Property)

d. Lease Agreement w Charles Schaefer (Petersen Ballfield Annex Property) 

e. Lease Agreement w Charles Schaefer (Curran Road Property)

E. February 21, 2023, City Council Meeting Minutes;

F. Issuance of Checks in the amount of $96,289.51.

A motion was made by Alderman McClatchey and seconded by Alderwoman Santi to approve Consent Agenda Items as presented: Roll Call: Vote 7:-ayes: Alderman Santi, Alderman Glab, Alderman McClatchey, Alderman Harding, Alderman Strach, Alderman Devine, Alderwoman Miller. O-nays-, 0-abstained. Motion carried. No public comment.

Individual Action Item Agenda: 

A. Revocable License Agreement with 1252 Green LLC 

Motion to approve an Ordinance authorizing the execution of a Revocable License Agreement between the City of McHenry and 1252 Green LLC for improvements to and the use of a portion of Neumann Park. (Community Development Director Polerecky)

Alderman Santi asked if we knew the size of the banquet hall, as of now no, building plans have not been received yet. Alderman Glab wanted to know who takes down the patio in front if not approved, per Director Polerecky that would be the old owner per the last agreement. Usually, it is outlined in the building agreement.

A motion was made by Alderman Santi and seconded by Alderman Harding to approve Individual Agenda Items as presented: Roll Call: Vote: 7-ayes: Alderman Santi, Alderman Glab, Alderman McClatchey, Alderman Harding, Alderman Strach, Alderman Devine, Alderwoman Miller. O-nays, 0-abstained. Motion carried.

B. Revocable Right-of-Way Encroachment Agreement with Riverside I LLC 

Motion to approve an Ordinance authorizing the execution of a Revocable Right-of-Way Agreement between the City of McHenry and Riverside I LLC for use of the public right- of-way (sidewalk) at 1401 Riverside Drive. (Community Development Director Polerecky)

Alderwoman Miller loves the porch and its history of it. Alderman Glab kudos to the developers to make this project work.

A motion was made by Alderman McClatchey and seconded by Alderwoman Miller to approve Individual Agenda Items as presented: Roll Call: Vote: 7-ayes: Alderman Santi, Alderman Glab, Alderman McClatchey, Alderman Harding, Alderman Strach, Alderman Devine, Alderwoman Miller. O-nays, 0-abstained. Motion carried.

C. Residences at Fox Meadows Approvals 

Motion to approve an Ordinance Granting Final Plan and Plat of Subdivision Approval, and Vacating Public Right-Of-Way For The Residences At Fox Meadows Planned Unit Development Located on the Northeast Corner Of II-31 And Veterans Parkway; and an Ordinance Authorizing the Mayor's Execution of a Development Agreement with Cunat Inc. for the Residences at Fox Meadows Multifamily Development. (Community Development Director Polerecky)

A motion was made by Alderwoman Miller and seconded by Alderwoman McClatchey to approve Individual Agenda Items as presented: Roll Call: Vote: 7-ayes: Alderman Santi, Alderman Glab, Alderman McClatchey, Alderman Harding, Alderman Strach, Alderman Devine, Alderwoman Miller. O-nays, 0-abstained. Motion carried.

Discussion Item Agenda: None 

Staff Reports: Budget packets were handed out.

Staff reports are provided at the first meeting of each month.

Mayor's Report: Absent 

City Council Comments: Alderman Santi, spoke regarding Edward Buss when he passed away last week. He was a devoted husband, and country club member as well. He also coached youth basketball and said he will be missed.

Alderman Glab stated that over the years they were very involved in the community, and maybe could have a proclamation for them at the next meeting.

Alderwoman Miller, Shamrock on the Fox will be occurring hoping to see all of us out there. Director Hobson 4-11 Friday festivities, Saturday and Sunday will be activities. Bounce houses, food trucks, and line up are on the website and there will be fireworks.

Alderwoman Miller thanked the team for the new newsletter, it is also on the website.

*Clerks note Executive Session did not occur. 

Executive Session to discuss the purchase or lease of real property for the use of the public body (5 ILCS 120/2(c)(5).); and for the setting of a price for sale or lease of property owned by the public (5 ILCS 120/2(c)(6).).

*Clerks note Action Item below was removed from the meeting.

Motion to approve and authorize the Mayor to execute a Standstill Agreement between the City of McHenry and Shodeen Group LLC and direct City Staff to negotiate a redevelopment agreement with Shodeen Group LLC for certain properties within McHenry. (Staff) 

Adjourn: A motion was made by Alderman Strach and seconded by Alderman Santi to adjourn the meeting at 7:35. Roll Call: Vote: 7-ayes: Alderman Santi, Alderman Glab, Alderman McClatchey, Alderman Harding-absent, Alderman Strach, Alderman Devine, Alderwoman Miller. 0-nay-, 0-abstained. Motion carried.

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