McHenry Times

City of McHenry City Council met Oct. 21

Here are the minutes provided by the council:

Roll Call: Mayor Jett opened with the roll call. 

Members present Alderman Santi, Alderman Glab, Alderman McClatchey, Alderwoman Bassi, Alderman Davis, Alderman Koch, Alderwoman Miller, and Mayor Jett. Others present Attorney McArdle- absent, Brandy Quance, Administrator Ostrovsky, Director of Community Development Polerecky, Finance Director Lynch, Director of Parks and Recreation Hobson, Director of Economic Development Martin, Chief of Police Birk, City Planner Sheriff-absent, Director of Public Works Wirch, Deputy Clerk Johnson, and City Clerk Ramel. 

Pledge of Allegiance: Mayor Jett led the pledge. 

Public Comment: Chris Moore, a resident, who lives off of Veterans Parkway, talked about the apartments and the path that has been continued it is the same level as the road, what is dividing it are the reflective markers and there is nothing to stop it if there is a car that goes off that. He thinks there could be more patrol going that way because of the speed and is also concerned about the break-ins. Talked about the rest of the city and how it could be built up. 

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

A. Authorize the Mayor to sign the Fourth Addendum to Tolling Agreement with the other designated parties to toll the video gaming Push Tax through October 31, 2025 

B. October 7, 2024, City Council Meeting Minutes 

C. Issuance of $278,475.68 Checks 

D. As Needed $568,853.94 Checks 

*Clerks note: there was a change in the minutes from the last meeting and those were updated per Alderwoman Bassi's request. 

A motion was made by Alderwoman Miller and seconded by Alderman Koch to approve the Consent Agenda Item as presented: Roll Call: Vote:7-ayes: Alderman Santi, Alderman Glab, Alderman McClatchey, Alderwoman Bassi, Alderman Davis, Alderman Koch, Alderwoman Miller. O-nays, 0-abstained. Motion carried. 

Individual Action Item Agenda 

A. ShamRocks the Fox 

A motion to approve the ShamRocks the Fox St. Patrick's Day Festival: 1) an event tent at 1202 Riverside Drive (Miller Point Park) with live music on Friday 3/14/25 from 5pm to 11pm, Saturday 3/15/25 from 10am to 11pm and Sunday 3/16/25 from 12pm to 7pm; 2) a special event liquor license to permit the sale of mixed alcoholic drinks, beer, wine and malt beverages at Miller Point Park on Friday 3/14 from 5pm to 10:45pm, Saturday 3/15 from 11am - 10:45pm and Sunday 3/16 from 12pm to 6:45pm; 3) open container carry of alcoholic beverages in plastic cups throughout Green Street and Riverside Drive Areas on 3/15 from 11pm - 6pm and on 3/16 from 12pm-6pm; 4) street closures of Kane Avenue from Center to Green, Green Street from Kane Avenue to Pearl Street, Pearl Street from Green Street to Riverside Drive, and Riverside Drive from Pearl Street to Broad Street and Broad Street to Court Street in conjunction with the St. Patrick's Day Parade from 11:45 am to approximately 1pm; 5) closure of Pearl Street from Riverside Drive to River Road from 9:30am to 1:30pm to allow pedestrians to view the river dyeing; and 6) permission for a fireworks display at the conclusion of the event at 7pm Sunday 3/16/25. (Director Hobson) 

Alderman Glab stated that this is not as family-oriented but would support it in this case. Alderman McClatchey had an issue with the trollies but received a good explanation from the administrator. 

Director Hobson explained more about the trolly and the paths. 

Alderman Davis asked more about parking, but per Director Hobson, there have not been any complaints about parking. The plan is to utilize the trolly to the best location. 

Alderwoman Miller would like to see a fleet of golf cards that would help those who park too far away and would like to see opportunities to help those back and forth to their cars. Director Hobson stated that he did get a suggestion for this. 

A motion was made by Alderman McClatchey and seconded by Alderman Santi to approve Individual Agenda with the option to add an addendum: Roll Call: Vote: 7-ayes: Alderman Santi, Alderman Glab, Alderman McClatchey, Alderwoman Bassi, Alderman Davis, Alderman Koch. O-nays. 0-abstained. Motion approved. 

Discussion Item Agenda: None 

Staff Reports 

Provided the 1st meeting of each month. 

Mayor's Report: None 

City Council Comments: Alderman McClatchey wanted to bring up the Evergreen Park Homeowners Association, stating that Director Polerecky helped with their questions. 

Alderman Glab received an email and commented that many others may have too, about the food truck out on 120, instead of waiting a year can we review it sooner because it could be affecting nearby businesses? Would like to bring it back for discussion sooner. 

Alderman Davis wanted to know if they are in compliance, yes, confirmed by Director Polerecky. 

Alderwoman Miller wanted to comment on the Chamber event Dinner Under the Stars, it was a huge success and amazing, thank you for supporting it, well attended. 

Executive Session if needed: None 

Adjourn: A motion was made by Alderman Santi and seconded by Alderwoman Miller to adjourn the meeting at 7:11 Roll Call: Vote: 7-ayes: Alderman Santi, Alderman Glab, Alderman McClatchey, Alderwoman Bassi, Alderman Davis, Alderman Koch, Alderwoman Miller. O-nay-, O-abstained. Motion carried.

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