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Village of Algonquin Committee of the Whole met April 11.

Here are the minutes provided by the committee:

AGENDA ITEM 1: Roll Call to Establish a Quorum Trustee Auger, Chairperson, called the Committee of the Whole meeting to order at 7:30 p.m.

Present: Trustees Jerry Glogowski, Laura Brehmer, Maggie Auger, Brian Dianis, Robert Smith President Debby Sosine and Clerk Fred Martin.

Absent: Trustee John Spella (joined meeting at 7:31pm)

A quorum was established

Staff in Attendance: Tim Schloneger, Village Manager; Cliff Ganek, Village Engineer; Katie Gock, Recreation Superintendent; Nadim Badran, Public Works Director; Todd Walker, Human Resources Director; Jason Shallcross, Community Development Director; Dennis Walker, Chief of Police; and Kelly Cahill, Village Attorney.

AGENDA ITEM 2: Public CommentNone

AGENDA ITEM 3: Presentation: McHenry County Conservation DistrictKevin Ivers, President gave an overview of the McHenry County Conservation Foundation

AGENDA ITEM 4: Community DevelopmentMr. Shallcross:

A. Consider a Public Event – Algonquin Area Public Library District’s Bike Safety Event at Spella Park Saturday, May 13, 2023

Agata Czyzewska, on behalf of the Algonquin Area Public Library District, is seeking approval for a Public Event/Entertainment License for a Bike Safety Event with the Algonquin Police Department in the Spella Park Parking Lot on Saturday, May 13th. Ms. Agata is also requesting a waiver of fees.

The Algonquin Area Public Library District in coordination with the Algonquin Police Department will be holding a Bike Safety session in the Spella Park parking lot. The event will occur on Saturday, May 13th from 10:00 am to 11:00 am. The set-up would occur at 9:00 am and take down would occur by 11:30 am. Expected attendance for the match is around 40 participants and parking will be available in the library parking lot.

Staff has reviewed the request and recommends approval with the following conditions outlined below:

• Their Public Event License shall be visible at all times.

• Village Police officers and other officials shall have free access to the event at all times to ensure that the event is in compliance with the Municipal Code;

• All participants shall not park illegally;

• Any temporary tents or structures shall be properly weighted or tied down in accordance with manufacturers’ instructions. No cooking under tents unless the tent is certified for such use. In the event of unfavorable weather conditions, any temporary tents or structures shall be vacated and removed, and no temporary tent or structure shall be used for shelter;

• The event coordinator is responsible for suspending or canceling the event in case of structural concerns, electrical malfunctions, or storms that may include wind in excess of 40 mph, lightning, tornado warnings, unruly crowds, or any other issues that may pose a risk or danger to the public.

• The applicant shall abide by all provisions of the Algonquin Municipal Code with specific attention to the Public

Event/Entertainment section along with all provisions/requirements of the Public Event/Entertainment License Application checklist and the application provided.

It is the consensus of the Committee to move this on to the Village Board for approval

B. Consider a Public Event – Crystal Lake Lions Rugby Football Club’s High School Rugby Matches at Spella Park April 20, April 29 and May 4, 2023

Sean Haughian, on behalf of the Crystal Lake Lions Rugby Football Club, is seeking approval for a Public Event/Entertainment License for three High School Rugby Matches at Spella Park on April 20, April 29, and May 4. Mr. Haughian is also requesting a waiver of fees due to the Rugby Club being a not-for-profit organization.

DISCUSSION:

Mr. Haughian is requesting permission for the Crystal Lake Lions Rugby Football Club to host three rugby matches at Spella Park. They are requesting that the events be held on:

• April 20th, but flexibility from the 18th to the 22nd of April

• April 29th, but flexibility from the 26th to the 29th of April

o Note that the Village Board approved a Public Event License for the Vikings Rugby Football Club on the 29th. The two clubs (High School and Adult) would share the facility for the day.

• May 4th, but flexibility from the 3rd to the 6th of May

Expected attendance for the match will be less than 100 participants and no fire or police presence is requested.

RECOMMENDATION:

Staff has reviewed the request and recommends approval with the following conditions outlined below:

• Their Public Event License shall be visible at all times.

• Village Police officers and other officials shall have free access to the event at all times to ensure that the event is in compliance with the Municipal Code;

• Any on-site food trucks will need to apply for a separate Special Event permit through the Village of Algonquin;

• All participants shall not park illegally;

• Emergency access to the field shall not be blocked;

• No alcohol shall be allowed on the premises. The permittee is responsible for any parties that illegally bring alcohol to the match for consumption;

• All garbage/debris from the event shall be deposited in on-site trash bins. Public Works can provide trash liners, but the permittee will need to change out their trash bags during the event. The permittee shall bag and stack all full trash bags at a garbage can;

• There are no bathroom facilities available. The applicant shall rent the appropriate number of portable bathroom facilities;

It is the consensus of the Committee to move this on to the Village Board for approval

AGENDA ITEM 5: General Administration

Mr. Walker:

A. Consider Amending the Merit Compensation Plan

On an annual basis, usually in the Spring, staff provides the Village Board our recommendations for the next fiscal year Merit Compensation Plan as according to Section 2.3.2 of the Village Policy Manual. Once again, I am seeking the Board’s consideration and approval on amending this document for the next fiscal year (2023/2024).

After reviewing internal and external equity and salary data of comparable communities, I am recommending the following changes:

a. “Deputy Village Manager/Chief Financial Officer” is added in Grade 17 to reflect changing responsibilities;

b. “Comptroller” is changed to “Deputy Chief Financial Officer” in Grade 13 to reflect changing responsibilities;

c. “Project Manager” in Grade 12 was removed;

d. “Engineer II” is added in Grade 11;

e. “Assistant Innovation Officer” is added in Grade 11 to reflect changing responsibilities;

f. “Ecologist/Horticulturist” was moved from Grade 10 to Grade 11;

g. “Deputy Clerk” was added to the “Executive Assistant” title in Grade 8;

h. “Laboratory Technician” was added to Grade 8;

i. This position is going from a Local 150 Union position to a non-union Merit position.

i. “Social Service Advocate” was changed to “Social Worker Advocate” in Grade 4.

It is the consensus of the Committee to move this on to the Village Board for approval

B. Consider a Memorandum of Understanding with Local 150 Regarding the Lab Tech

Mr. Walker:

The Village recently recruited for and hired a Laboratory Technician for our Public Works division. This was a very difficult recruitment process due to the specialized work the person in this position handles. This position has always been in the union; however, after discussing with management, we have determined it is in our best interest to have this position removed from the Local 150 bargaining unit and include it in our non-union merit positions. In exchange for our request, the union has asked to have some on-call time language altered. Again, management feels this language revision is in the best interest of all parties. Therefore, we are requesting the Village Board approve the MOU.

It is the consensus of the Committee to move this on to the Village Board for approval

C. Consider Accepting the 2022 Motor Fuel Tax Review

Mr. Schloneger:

Presented is the Village’s Motor Fuel Tax (MFT) Documentation Review for the period of January 1, 2022 to December 31, 2022 performed by the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT). The Village’s MFT records reconcile with those maintained by IDOT for the period. IDOT guidelines require that his document be presented to the Village Board and filed as permanent record.

Special thanks to Acting Public Works Director, Michele Zimmerman, for her assistance on this review. Staff recommends that the Committee of the Whole forward this item to the Village Board for acceptance by Resolution at their meeting on April 18, 2023.

It is the consensus of the Committee to move this on to the Village Board for approval

D. Consider an Agreement with Pecover Decorating Services for the Lions Armstrong Memorial Pool  Painting Project

Ms. Gock:

This presentation is to advise you of the recommendation for the bids on the Lions Armstrong Memorial Pool Painting project that the Village of Algonquin is proposing. The FY24 budget amount for this project is $51,000.

Each bid was reviewed to ensure conformance with the bid specifications (certification, security, cost, etc.). With that the following comments and recommendation.

Bids

In total 6 company submitted a bid by the deadline of March 28, 2023 for this project, below is a summary:

Alpha Paint Works - Base Bid $48,000.00

GP Maintenance Service - Base Bid $108,500.00

Jetco, LTD. - Base Bid $147,600.00

Muscat Painting - Base Bid $48,874.95

Pecover Decorating Service – Base Bid $43,500.00

Tecorp Incorporated - Base Bid $92,500.00

This bid was reviewed with Public Works and the consensus is to award this to the lowest bidder, Pecover Decorating Service at $43,500 which was $7,500 under the estimated budget amount. This company not only provided the best cost, but are a reputable pool painting company that has served many Park Districts, Villages, and private public pools. This work is scheduled to be completed in the fall of 2023 following the pool season.

This is part of our 5-year maintenance cycle for painting. Please confirm this recommendation so that this project can move forward.

It is the consensus of the Committee to move this on to the Village Board for approval

AGENDA ITEM 6: Public Works & Safety

A. Consider an Agreement with Precision Pavement Markings for the 2023 Pavement Marking Project

Mr. Ganek:

Bids were opened on March 14, 2023 for contracted service for paint pavement marking. The Village participated in a joint bid for this service through the McHenry County Municipal Purchasing Initiative, which was led by the McHenry County Highway Department. The joint bid included Algonquin Township, McHenry County Highway Department, as well as the communities of Algonquin, Huntley and McHenry.

There were 2 bidders on the project with Precision Pavement Markings coming in as the low bid at $566,512.02 combining the total quantities for each community. The Village of Algonquin submitted the following quantities as part of the bid which amounts to $16,273.13. $70,000 is budgeted in the new FY 2023/24 budget in the MFT Fund for pavement marking services to be used for both paint and thermoplastic markings.

4” line (combination of white & yellow) 28,772 linear feet x $0.13 = $3,740.36

6” line (combination of white & yellow) 1,998 linear feet x $0.59 = $1,178.82

12” line (combination of white & yellow) 2,059 linear feet x $3.15 = $6,485.85

24” line (combination of white & yellow) 409 linear feet x $4.05 = $1,656.45

Letter and symbols (white) 793 square feet x $4.05 = $3,211.65

TOTAL $16,273.13

Precision Pavement Markings had the lowest unit price bid for each of the above specified marking types which also makes them the lowest cost for just the Algonquin portion of the bid. Money has been budgeted in the Motor Fuel Tax Fund to pay for this service. Therefore, it is our recommendation that the Committee of the Whole take action to move this matter forward to the Village Board for approval of Precision Pavement Markings to perform painting services for the 2023/24 fiscal year in the amount of $16,273.13.

It is the consensus of the Committee to move this on to the Village Board for approval

B. Consider an Agreement with Maintenance Coatings Company for the 2023 Thermoplastic Marking Project

Mr. Ganek:

Bids were opened on March 14, 2023 for contracted service for thermoplastic pavement marking. The Village participated in a joint bid for this service through the McHenry County Municipal Purchasing Initiative, which was led by the McHenry County Highway Department. The joint bid included Algonquin Township, McHenry County Highway Department, as well as the communities of Algonquin, Huntley and McHenry.

There were 5 bidders on the project with Maintenance Coatings Company coming in the lowest at $316,547.19 when combining the total quantities for each community. The Village of Algonquin submitted the following quantities as part of the bid which amounts to $51,338.70. $70,000 is budgeted in the new FY 2023/24 budget in the MFT Fund for pavement marking services to be used for both paint and thermoplastic markings.

4” line (combination of white & yellow) 42,394 linear feet x $0.60 = $25,436.40

6” Line (combination of white & yellow) 468 lineal feet x $1.10 = $514.80

12” line (combination of white & yellow) 3,319 linear feet x $2.50 = $8,297.50

24” line (combination of white & yellow) 686 linear feet x $5.00 = $3,430.00

Letters and symbols 92 square feet x $5.00 = $460.00

Grinding Removal before replacement 40,000 square feet x $0.33 = $13,200.00

TOTAL $51,338.70

Maintenance Coatings Company had the lowest unit price bid for each of the above specified marking types which also makes them the lowest cost for just the Algonquin portion of the bid.

Money has been budgeted in the Motor Fuel Tax Fund to pay for this service. Therefore, it is our recommendation that the Committee of the Whole take action to move this matter forward to the Village Board for approval of Maintenance Coatings Company to perform painting services for the 2023/24 fiscal year in the amount of $51,338.70.

It is the consensus of the Committee to move this on to the Village Board for approval

C. Consider an Agreement with Christopher Burke Engineering for the Bunker Hill Drive Improvements Construction Oversight

Mr. Ganek:

Presented is the proposal for construction oversight for Bunker Hill Drive Improvements with Christopher B. Burke Engineering, LTD. (CBBEL). The scope of work is approximately one mile of Full-Depth Reclamation (FDR) on Bunker Hill Drive from 200 feet east of Greens View Drive to Sherman Drive, including Parkside Court and Pine Grove Court, 2,500 feet of bike path replacement, selective sidewalk and curb and gutter replacement, pedestrian crossing upgrades, underdrain installation, drainage improvements, watermain lowering, and landscape restoration.

The condition of Bunker Hill Drive has deteriorated over the years. Trapped water in thesubgrade has caused a “heaving” effect during the winter during the freeze-thaw cycle. The Full-Depth Reclamation (FDR) process will provide a higher-quality riding surface, and the addition of underdrain will help drain trapped water within the subgrade. The bike path replacement will be from Woods Creek to Sherman Drive. Additionally, crossing improvements including a pedestrian activated flashing beacon and a wider painted crosswalk will be installed across Bunker Hill Drive at Jacobs High School.

A late addition to the project scope includes lowering an existing watermain on the north side of Bunker HillDrive at Sherman Drive. The lowering is needed as a ComEd duct package sits directly on top of the main. In 2021, ComEd damaged the main during the duct installation, but the main is still vulnerable to further damage.

The cost for the watermain lowering is estimated to be $75,000, to which the Village will request ComEd cover the costs. The engineer’s construction estimate for this project is approximately $1.62 million. CBBEL’s proposal is in the amount of $144,750, which is about 8.9% of the estimated construction cost. The proposal is less than the $160,000 budgeted for construction oversight from the Street Improvement fund in FY2024.

Therefore, it is the Public Works Department’s recommendation that the Committee of the Whole take the necessary action to move this construction oversight agreement with CBBEL for $144,750 to the Village Board for approval.

It is the consensus of the Committee to move this on to the Village Board for approval

D. Consider an Agreement with Christopher Burke Engineering for the Tunbridge Subdivision Improvements Construction Oversight

Mr. Ganek:

Presented is the proposal for construction oversight for the Tunbridge Subdivision Improvements with Christopher B. Burke Engineering, LTD. (CBBEL). The scope of work includes 1.5 miles of Full-Depth Reclamation (FDR) in the Tunbridge Subdivision (streets to be improved shown in the attached proposal), selective sidewalk and curb and gutter replacement, ADA ramp upgrades, selective driveway replacements, drainage improvements, water valve installations, and landscape restoration.

The streets in the Tunbridge Subdivision were built in two phases (1992 and 1998) and are currently in very poor condition. The sidewalk and ADA ramp upgrades will improve walkability and accessibility for residents.

Staff performed asset conditions for underground infrastructure and identified two improvements that have been added to the scope.

• Added valve and vault within Brindlewood Court and Darlington Court to improve water reliability for these residents during water shutdowns for maintenance, repair, or replacement.

• Replacement of four drainage pipe and outlets at Tunbridge Pond.

The engineer’s construction estimate for this project is just over $2 million. The project is budgeted for FY2024 with $1.75 million of construction and will utilize the remaining Rebuild Illinois (RBI) funds. The remainder willbe taken from the Street Improvement fund. Construction Oversight will use Street Improvement funds. CBBEL’s proposal is $168,175, which is about 8.5% of the estimated construction cost. The added underground improvements have increased the overall construction and construction oversight costs. The FY2024 budget for construction oversight of this project is $150,000. The available remaining design funds and oversight of Bunker Hill Drive will be utilized to cover the overage.

Therefore, it is the Public Works Department’s recommendation that the Committee of the Whole take the necessary action to move this construction oversight agreement with CBBEL for $168,175 to the Village Board for approval

It is the consensus of the Committee to move this on to the Village Board for approval

E. Consider an Agreement with Christopher Burke Engineering for the In-House Engineering Services for Fiscal Year 2023-2024

Mr. Ganek:

The Public Works Department has been utilizing engineering staff from Christopher B. Burke Engineering Ltd. (CBBEL) since June of 2019 upon the departure of the Project Manager. Since 2019, the Capital Budget and the number of projects has increased significantly.

During FY 2023-2024 budget discussions, money was budgeted in the Water and Sewer Improvement and Street Improvement funds to continue using CBBEL staff during this fiscal year; $100,000 in each Capital account for a total of $200,000. This is a reduction in the amount of $40,000 from the previous year due to the addition of the Village Engineer. Despite inflation, CBBEL has offered to keep the current rate of $120/hour for in-house engineering services. This rate is extremely favorable when compared to outside consultant engineering services. We have been very pleased with the work that has been performed by CBBEL staff, and they are a great addition to our team at Public Works, as well as other departments in the Village.

Therefore, we recommend that the attached Task Order Amendment be approved by the Committee of the Whole for In-House Engineering Services with CBBEL in the amount of $200,000 for FY 2023-2024, beginning May 1, 2023.

It is the consensus of the Committee to move this on to the Village Board for approval

F. Consider an Agreement with G.A. Rich & Sons for the Water Treatment Plant #2 Cation Exchange Media Replacement

Mr. Ganek:

Presented is the bid tabulation from the March 28, 2023, bid opening for the Water Treatment Plant No. 2 Cation Exchange Media Replacement project. The project received three bids, with G.A Rich & Sons, Inc. providing the low bid with a base bid amount of $287,119.00 and a mandatory alternate bid amount of $189,322.00 (Total bid amount of $476,441.00). The total bid is $44,213 less than the low bid from the project’s initial bid held on January 30, 2023.

The design engineer, Engineering Enterprises, Inc., provided a recommendation letter to include the base and alternate bids in the award. The base bid amount is 19% over the engineer’s estimate; however, the total bid amount is only 6% over the engineer’s estimate. Given the more favorable costs of the alternate bid, staff recommends moving forward with the base and alternate bids. $450,000 is budgeted in FY2024 for this project, but unused funds from the Huntington to Countryside Watermain Project (west) will be used to cover the additional $26,441. G.A. Rich & Sons, Inc. has not previously performed work for the Village but most recently is completing treatment plant piping work in Lockport, Oswego, and Bloomingdale. Given the history of work and referenced projects, staff feels the low-bid contractor will be able to complete the necessary improvements required for this project successfully.

Therefore, it is our recommendation that the Committee of the Whole take the necessary action to move this contract with G.A. Rich & Sons, Inc. on to the full Board of Trustees for approval in the amount of $476,441.00.

It is the consensus of the Committee to move this on to the Village Board for approval

G. Consider Certain Items as SurplusVehicles and Equipment to Be Deemed Surplus

It is the consensus of the Committee to move this on to the Village Board for approval

H. Consider an Agreement with Benchmark Construction for the Souwanas Trail & Schuett Street Roadway and Underground Improvement Project

Mr. Ganek:

This item is a recommendation to award the construction bid for Souwanas Trail and Schuett Street Roadway and Underground Improvements to Benchmark Construction. The low bid for this project is $8,448,000, approximately $1.7 million over the budgeted amount.

The proposed improvements include full-depth reclamation (FDR) of Souwanas Trail, Schuett Street, and Oceola Trail, upsizing and extending the main sanitary interceptor on Souwanas Trail that carries flow from the entire eastern basin across the Fox River to the Wastewater Treatment Plant, installation of additional drainage trunk line and structures to improve drainage and reduce flooding, and replacement of an undersized water main on Schuett Street. These improvements are necessary to improve the safety and functionality of these roadways, and to ensure that the Village is well-prepared for future development on the east side. Additionally, the Village will receive $1.5 million in funding from the Surface Transportation Program (STP) for roadway improvements.

One of the most significant aspects of this project is the need to upsize and extend the main sanitary interceptor on Souwanas Trail. The existing sanitary sewer that handles flow from the eastern basin is a 12-inch sewer that runs through the Alta Vista subdivision. The updated models from the 2022 Wastewater Facilities Study show that this sewer is at capacity, which means backups are possible during wet weather. Not only are the residents and businesses served on this sewer line vulnerable to backups, but without this work, development on theeast side of the Village cannot occur. In addition, the sewer will need to be 25-30 feet deep for approximately 1,000 feet. Constructability of this critical sewer is extremely challenging which has driven up the costs for this project. Staff has explored alternatives including alternate routes and the installation of a lift station. However, neither option provides an estimated cost savings to the Village.

Additionally, these options require preliminary and final design work which would delay the sanitary improvements several years, further delaying any development on the east side of the Village. The attached exhibit shows the development parcels that hinge on this sanitary sewer improvement, most notably the future residential property east of Sandbloom Road and the parcels adjacent to Jewel. While the bid for this project is higher than expected, it is important to remember that this is a complex and challenging project that requires significant expertise and resources. The benefits of these improvements far outweigh the costs, and the long-term value of this project cannot be overstated. In summary, the following critical improvements will be included in this project:

• Installation, extension, and upsizing of the existing sanitary sewer on Souwanas Trail currently at capacity and crucial for future development of the east side.

• Additional drainage improvements on Souwanas Trail and Schuett Street to improve drainage and reduce flooding.

• Upsizing an undersized and aging water main on Schuett Street for improved reliability.

• Roadway surface and base improvements to Souwanas, Schuett, and Oceola

o All with current pavement conditions in the bottom 5% of all streets within the Village.

• Installation of sidewalk on the north side of Souwanas with a connection to the regional Prairie Trail.

Benchmark Construction is an underground contractor out of Bartlett, Illinois. The Village has not previously worked with Benchmark Construction, but in 2016, Benchmark completed a $7.8 million sewer separation project in Elgin, Illinois that involved underground installation with depths of greater than 30 feet. Recently, Benchmark completed a $5.3 million project for the City of Wood Dale that included 3,000 feet of storm sewer installation, a 10’x10’ box culvert, and underground detention. Benchmark is an experienced underground contractor to capable of constructing the challenging deep sanitary sewer proposed on this project among other improvements.

Staff urges the Committee of the Whole to award the construction bid for Souwanas Trail and Schuett Street. This project is critical for the continued growth and development of our Village, and will bring much-needed improvements to our infrastructure. Please let me know if you have any questions or concerns about this recommendation.

It is the consensus of the Committee to move this on to the Village Board for approval

I. Consider a Resolution to Amend/Revise the Local Public Agency agreement for Federal Participation in the Souwanas Trail and Schuett Street Reconstruction

Mr. Ganek:

Presented is a revised draft resolution committing local funding participation in the Souwanas Trail and Schuett Street Reconstruction and Underground Improvements project that is slated for construction in 2023 and 2024.

Also included is the project site map, Bureau of Local Roads (BLR 05510C form) funding agreement draft, and the GATA reporting addenda from the McHenry County Council of Mayors. The Village will receive $1.5 million in federal funding from the Surface Transportation Program – Local (STP-L) and Coronavirus Response and Relief Supplemental Appropriations Act (CRRSSA). The remaining funds estimated at $6,948,000 for the construction of this project will be funded locally from the Street Improvement and Water and Sewer Funds.

This Resolution is to commit the Village to fund the remainder of the project. The revised Resolution and signed agreement are to be sent to IDOT District One prior to the project commencing.

It is the consensus of the Committee to move this on to the Village Board for approval

J. Consider an Agreement with Baxter & Woodman Environmental for the Spella Southwest Ecological Restoration Project

Mr. Ganek:

Presented is the proposal with Baxter & Woodman Environmental for the Spella Southwest Ecological Restoration Project in the amount of $184,208.60. This project plans to restore two Village-owned areas that total 14.5 acres and are adjacent to the previously restored Spella wetland and Woods Creek corridor.

This site contains a remnant sedge meadow that is being taken over by invasive phragmites and buckthorn.

This project will remove the invasive species and ecologically restore the area to preserve the remaining sedge meadow community. This site also drains directly into the previously restored Spella wetland and Woods Creek corridor, so the removal of the invasive species on these parcels will protect those investments by reducing the weed seed upstream from moving into those existing restorations.

The funds for this project are in the 2023/2024 fiscal year budget within the Natural Area and Drainage Capital Fund, where there is $200,000.00 budgeted for this project.

We are proposing to use Baxter & Woodman Natural resources for this project as we have a prior relationship with them doing similar work for the Village of Algonquin. They recently completed two major projects for the Village; Ratt Creek Reach 5 Restoration and the Randall Road Wetland Restoration. Their experience with ecological restoration work as well as their knowledge and experience working for the Village in the past makes Baxter & Woodman Natural resources a good fit for this project.

Therefore, it is our recommendation that the Committee of the Whole take action to move this matter forward to the Village Board for approval of ecological restoration services for the Spella Southwest Ecological Restoration project to Baxter & Woodman Natural Resources for $184,208.60.

It is the consensus of the Committee to move this on to the Village Board for approval

K. Consider an Intergovernmental Agreement with the Village of Cary, Village of Lake in the Hills, City of McHenry, and the County of McHenry Pertaining to the McHenry County Consolidated Law Enforcement Joint Training Facility

Chief Walker:

Presented is the Intergovernmental Agreement relating to the respective agency’s involvement in the McHenry County Consolidated Law Enforcement Joint Training Facilities. Furthermore, please find the budget research and instructor inventory document to support this request for funds for this partnership. As indicated previously by Chief Bucci in a VOA resolution passed on September 3, 2019 (also attached), this county-wide trainingfacility will have more efficient and effective means of education and experience for all law enforcement officers.

Centralizing training methods has the added benefit of inter-agency cooperation where every officer is taught the same methods and would work seamlessly together in the event of a mutual aid call. Since the passing of that resolution, the State of Illinois has mandated and identified several areas and required hours of training for each Officer, each year or during periods of time in which the Illinois Law Enforcement Training and Standards Board has set forth. These include but are not limited to training in; Crisis Intervention, Emergency Medical Response, Officer Wellness, Sexual Assault Investigations, Cultural Competency, Civil Rights, Human Rights, Procedural Justice, Use of Force, De-escalation, and High-Risk Traffic stops to name a few. The number ofhours and training per Officer is extensive.

With the above being stated, I respectfully request the amount of $44,975.75 as an initial contribution as part of our, the Village of Algonquin and Algonquin Police Department’s commitment to this opportunity and facility. It should be noted that this initial amount is estimated to decrease yearly and after this facility becomes operational, it is planned to have more McHenry County agencies participate and fund proportionately and the agencies that participate from outside of McHenry will follow a fee schedule for usage of the facility.

I respectfully request consideration to bring this item before the Committee of the Whole and upon review, to the Village Board for approval.

It is the consensus of the Committee to move this on to the Village Board for approval

AGENDA ITEM 7: Executive SessionNone

AGENDA ITEM 8: Other BusinessPresident Sosine reminded everyone that The Spella Leadership Graduation will take place this Saturday and recognized Nadim Badran as the new Director of Public Works.

AGENDA ITEM 9: AdjournmentThere being no further business, Chairperson Auger adjourned the meeting at 8:31 p.m.  

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