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VOLUME LXXVII JANUARY 25, 2012
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ELGIN, ILLINOIS
COUNCIL-MANAGER FORM OF GOVERNMENT
REGULAR MEETING
The regular meeting of the Council of the City of Elgin, Illinois, was held on January 25, 2012,
in the Council Chambers. The meeting was called to order by Mayor Kaptain at 8:00 p.m. The
Invocation was given by Bruce Strom, from Administer Justice and the Pledge of Allegiance was
led by Mayor David Kaptain.
ROLL CALL
Roll call was answered by Councilmembers Dunne, Moeller, Powell, Prigge, Steffen, and Mayor
Kaptain. Absent: Councilmember Gilliam.
MINUTES OF THE JANUARY 11, 2012, COUNCIL MEETING APPROVED AS
DISTRIBUTED
Councilmember Steffen made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Dunne, to approve the
2012, Council Meeting Minutes as distributed. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers
Dunne, Moeller, Powell, Prigge, Steffen, and Mayor Kaptain. Nays: None.
COMMUNICATIONS
Black History Family Festival Day Proclamation
Mayor Kaptain read the following proclamation:
PROCLAMATION
WHEREAS, The Mission of the Black History Family Festival is to use education and all aspects
of cultural arts to creatively promote literacy while celebrating the diversity and rich history
specific to the local and global African American experience; thereby empowering individuals,
strengthening families, and uniting the greater community; and
WHEREAS, The Vision of the Black History Family Festival is to promote literacy and unite the
Elgin area in celebration of the African American experience; and
WHEREAS, Through a variety of educational, entertaining and interactive programs the Black
History Family Festival endeavors to “strike a chord” within each individual that encourages and
facilitates the desire to learn more; and
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WHEREAS, The Festival promotes a community where learning is embraced for a lifetime;
literacy becomes part of the collective culture; and where celebrating ethnic differences
strengthens the resolve to strive for the greatness that resides within each of us; and
WHEREAS, The Black History Family Festival in partnership with the City of Elgin, Elgin
Community College and Gail Borden Library will present “African-American Firsts: Black
Americans Who Have Shaped Our Country” at the Gail Borden Library from 2 p.m. – 5 p.m.
on Saturday, February 4, 2012.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, David Kaptain, Mayor of the City of Elgin, Illinois, do hereby proclaim
that henceforth, the first Saturday in February be recognized as Black History Family Festival
Day in the City of Elgin.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this 25th day of January, 2012.
s/ David J. Kaptain
David J. Kaptain
Mayor
Assistant Chief Mike Baker Retirement Proclamation
Mayor Kaptain read the following proclamation:
PROCLAMATION
WHEREAS, Assistant Fire Chief Mike Baker was originally hired as a City of Elgin Firefighter
and Paramedic on April 28, 1985; and
WHEREAS, Assistant Fire Chief Baker was promoted to Lieutenant on March 27, 1995 and
Captain on December 5, 2001; and
WHEREAS, Assistant Fire Chief Baker was promoted to Assistant Fire Chief on April 17, 2004
and was Interim Fire Chief from November 28, 2010 to January 3, 2011; and
WHEREAS, Assistant Fire Chief Baker was named American Legion Firefighter of the Year for
1989 and recipient of the 2006 George VanDeVoorde EMS Leadership Award; and
WHEREAS, Assistant Fire Chief Baker has been a member of the Safety Committee, Fair
Promotions Committee, City Diversity Committee, and the MABAS Disaster Committee; and
WHEREAS, Assistant Fire Chief Baker has served as an Instructor for Grade School Fire Safety
Education, Emergency Medical Services, Fire Prevention Bureau, citizen CPR coordinator, City
Government Education, and the Elgin Regional Fire Academy, and
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WHEREAS, Assistant Fire Chief Baker developed the Saving Our Seniors Smoke Detector and
Company Officer Succession Training programs;
WHEREAS, Assistant Fire Chief Baker has been a faithful and diligent public servant for more
than 26 years on behalf of the residents of the city of Elgin; and
WHEREAS, Assistant Fire Chief Baker announced his retirement from the city of Elgin Fire
Department on January 27, 2012.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, David J. Kaptain, Mayor of the City of Elgin, Illinois do hereby extend
the sincere and warm appreciation and esteem of the city of Elgin to Mike Baker for his
outstanding service to the community on the occasion of his retirement as the Assistant Fire
Chief on January 27, 2012.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and caused the official seal of the city of
Elgin to be affixed this 25th day of January, 2012.
s/ David J. Kaptain
David J. Kaptain
Mayor
RECOGNIZE PERSONS PRESENT
Elinor Richoz thanked the City for their assistance with concerns she had regarding the Senior
Center and invited everyone to participate in their Birthday Party in March.
Bill Jones of the Issac Walton League announced their 2012 project to clean up Willow Creek.
He also asked about the possibility of opening up the Lord’s Park Lagoon to fishing.
Danise Habun provided a recap on the recent Martin Luther King Jr. holiday events. She
thanked all involved in the events and noted that the food drive had collected six (6) tons of food.
Terry Gavin asked the status of the Senior Rebate. He was informed that the rebate would be
ending.
BID 11-056 AWARDED TO ROCK VALLEY FENCE FOR LORDS PARK BISON
FENCE
Councilmember Prigge expressed concerns about the volunteers that would be working on the
project and the potential risks for the City. Corporation Counsel Cogley noted the volunteers
would be required to sign waivers and they would be limited to the types of activities they would
perform.
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Councilmember Prigge also asked for clarification on the cost sharing with the Friends of Lords
Park Zoo on the project. The Council discussed how the use of volunteer time would affect the
price of the City’s portion of the project. Jim Bell noted that when discussing cost savings with
the contractor it was suggested that the City handle the fence removal and there would be an
eight thousand dollar ($8,000) savings in the contract.
Councilmember Moeller made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Dunne, to approve
contract with Rock Valley Fence in the amount of $52,048 to provide a new enclosure system for
the bison exhibit at the Lords Park Zoo. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Dunne,
Moeller, Powell, Prigge, Steffen, and Mayor Kaptain. Nays: None.
PETITION 31-11 APPROVED REQUESTING A CONDITIONAL USE IN THE PCF
PLANNED COMMUNITY FACILITY DISTRICT, TO PERMIT THE
ESTABLISHMENT OF A PRESCHOOL CENTER; PROPERTY LOCATED AT 195
NESLER ROAD, BY GOOD SHEPHERD EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH, AS
APPLICANT AND OWNER
Marc Mylott, Community Development Director, provided an overview of the project noting this
action would allow the property to become a legal conforming use property.
Councilmember Moeller made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Powell, to approve
Petition 31-11 subject to conditions. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Dunne,
Moeller, Powell, Prigge, Steffen, and Mayor Kaptain. Nays: None.
CONSENT AGENDA
By unanimous consent, Councilmember Steffen made a motion, seconded by Councilmember
Dunne, to pass Ordinance Nos. G3-12 through G6-12 and adopt Resolution Nos. 12-15 through
12-18 by omnibus vote. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Dunne, Moeller, Powell,
Prigge, Steffen, and Mayor Kaptain. Nays: None.
RESOLUTION 12-15 ADOPTED APPROVING CHANGE ORDER NO. 1 AND FINAL
IN THE CONTRACT WITH LANDMARK CONTRACTORS, INC. FOR THE 2009
CENTRAL BUSINESS DISTRICT STREETSCAPE IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT
(PHASE III)
Councilmember Steffen made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Dunne, to adopt the
following resolution. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Dunne, Gilliam, Moeller,
Powell, Prigge, Steffen, and Mayor Kaptain. Nays: None.
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Resolution No. 12-15
RESOLUTION
APPROVING CHANGE ORDER NO. 1 AND FINAL IN THE CONTRACT WITH
LANDMARK CONTRACTORS, INC. FOR THE 2009 CENTRAL BUSINESS DISTRICT
STREETSCAPE IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT (PHASE III)
WHEREAS, the City of Elgin has heretofore entered into a contract with Landmark
Contractors, Inc. for the 2009 Central Business District Streetscape Improvements Project
(Phase III); and
WHEREAS, it is necessary and desirable to modify the terms of the contract as is
described in Change Order No. 1 and Final, attached hereto.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF ELGIN, ILLINOIS, that Sean R, Stegall, City Manager, be and is hereby authorized and
directed to execute Change Order No. 1 and Final, a copy of which is attached hereto and made a
part hereof by reference.
s/ David J. Kaptain
David J. Kaptain, Mayor
Presented: January 25, 2012
Adopted: January 25, 2012
Omnibus Vote: Yeas: 6 Nays: 0
Attest:
s/ Kimberly Dewis
Kimberly Dewis, City Clerk
RESOLUTION 12-16 ADOPTED APPROVING CHANGE ORDER NO. 1 AND FINAL
IN THE CONTRACT WITH LANDMARK CONTRACTORS, INC. FOR THE 2010
CENTRAL BUSINESS DISTRICT STREETSCAPE IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT
(PHASE IV)
Councilmember Steffen made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Dunne, to adopt the
following resolution. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Dunne, Gilliam, Moeller,
Powell, Prigge, Steffen, and Mayor Kaptain. Nays: None.
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Resolution No. 12-16
RESOLUTION
APPROVING CHANGE ORDER NO. 1 AND FINAL IN THE CONTRACT WITH
LANDMARK CONTRACTORS, INC. FOR THE 2010 CENTRAL BUSINESS DISTRICT
STREETSCAPE IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT (PHASE IV)
WHEREAS, the City of Elgin has heretofore entered into a contract with Landmark
Contractors, Inc. for the 2010 Central Business District Streetscape Improvements Project
(Phase IV); and
WHEREAS, it is necessary and desirable to modify the terms of the contract as is
described in Change Order No. 1 and Final, attached hereto.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF ELGIN, ILLINOIS, that Sean R, Stegall, City Manager, be and is hereby authorized and
directed to execute Change Order No. 1 and Final, a copy of which is attached hereto and made a
part hereof by reference.
s/ David J. Kaptain
David J. Kaptain, Mayor
Presented: January 25, 2012
Adopted: January 25, 2012
Omnibus Vote: Yeas: 6 Nays: 0
Attest:
s/ Kimberly Dewis
Kimberly Dewis, City Clerk
RESOLUTION 12-17 ADOPTED NAMING VARIOUS CITY PARKS
Councilmember Steffen made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Dunne, to adopt the
following resolution. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Dunne, Gilliam, Moeller,
Powell, Prigge, Steffen, and Mayor Kaptain. Nays: None.
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Resolution No. 12-17
RESOLUTION
NAMING VARIOUS CITY PARKS
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ELGIN, ILLINOIS,
that the park located in the Waterford Subdivision at Longcommon Parkway and Waterford
Road be and is hereby designated and named "Longcommon Park"; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the park located in the Waterford Subdivision at
Shamrock Circle and Waterford Road be and is hereby designated and named "Shamrock Park".
s/ David J. Kaptain
David J. Kaptain, Mayor
Presented: January 25, 2012
Adopted: January 25, 2012
Omnibus Vote: Yeas: 6 Nays: 0
Attest:
s/ Kimberly Dewis
Kimberly Dewis, City Clerk
RESOLUTION 12-18 ADOPTED AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF A SETTLEMENT
AGREEMENT WITH CONTINENTAL INSURANCE COMPANY REGARDING THE
WATERFORD SUBDIVISION PERFORMANCE BONDS (NEIGHBORHOOD 5 AND
NEIGHBORHOOD 6)
Councilmember Steffen made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Dunne, to adopt the
following resolution. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Dunne, Gilliam, Moeller,
Powell, Prigge, Steffen, and Mayor Kaptain. Nays: None.
Resolution No. 12-18
RESOLUTION
AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF A SETTLEMENT AGREEMENT
WITH THE CONTINENTAL INSURANCE COMPANY REGARDING THE
WATERFORD SUBDIVISION PERFORMANCE BONDS
(Neighborhood 5 and Neighborhood 6)
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ELGIN, ILLINOIS,
that David J. Kaptain, Mayor, and Kimberly A. Dewis, City Clerk, be and are hereby authorized
and directed to execute a Settlement Agreement with The Continental Insurance Company on
behalf of the City of Elgin regarding the Waterford Subdivision performance bonds relating to
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Neighborhood 5 and Neighborhood 6, a copy of which is attached hereto and made a part hereof
by reference.
s/ David J. Kaptain
David J. Kaptain, Mayor
Presented: January 25, 2012
Adopted: January 25, 2012
Omnibus Vote: Yeas: 6 Nays: 0
Attest:
s/ Kimberly Dewis
Kimberly Dewis, City Clerk
ORDINANCE G3-12 PASSED AMENDING CHAPTER 3.20 ENTITLED “PLANNING
AND DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION” AND REPEALING CHAPTER 3.22 ENTITLED
“ZONING AND SUBDIVISION HEARING BOARD” OF THE ELGIN MUNICIPAL
CODE, 1976, AS AMENDED
Councilmember Steffen made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Dunne, to pass the
following ordinance. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Dunne, Gilliam, Moeller,
Powell, Prigge, Steffen, and Mayor Kaptain. Nays: None.
Ordinance No. G3-12
AN ORDINANCE
AMENDING CHAPTER 3.20 ENTITLED “PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT
COMMISSION” AND REPEALING CHAPTER 3.22 ENTITLED
“ZONING AND SUBDIVISION HEARING BOARD” OF THE
ELGIN MUNICIPAL CODE, 1976, AS AMENDED
WHEREAS, the city council of the City of Elgin has previously created a Planning and
Development Commission pursuant to Chapter 3.20 of the Elgin Municipal Code; and
WHEREAS, the city council has previously created a Zoning and Subdivision Hearing
Board pursuant to Chapter 3.22 of the Elgin Municipal Code; and
WHEREAS, the city council has determined that it is reasonable and appropriate to
combine the Planning and Development Commission and Zoning and Subdivision Hearing
Board; and
WHEREAS, the City of Elgin is a home rule unit, and as a home rule unit, may exercise
any power and perform any function pertaining to its government and affairs; and
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WHEREAS, the creation, alteration or elimination of the Planning and Development
Commission and Zoning and Subdivision Hearing Board are matters pertaining to the
government and affairs of the City of Elgin; and
WHEREAS, the Planning and Zoning Commission hereinafter created by this ordinance
is created pursuant to the City of Elgin’s home rule authority.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF ELGIN, ILLINOIS:
Section 1. That Chapter 3.20 of the Elgin Municipal Code, 1976, as amended, entitled
“Planning and Development Commission” be and is hereby further amended in its entirety to
read as follows:
“Chapter 3.20
PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION
3.20.010: ESTABLISHED:
There is established a Planning and Zoning Commission for the City.
3.20.020: COMPOSITION AND TERMS:
A. The Planning and Zoning Commission shall be composed of eleven (11)
members (effective July 1, 2014 seven (7) members) appointed by the city
council.
B. Except as otherwise specified by the city council for appointments in
2011, the terms of the members of the Planning and Zoning Commission
shall be for three (3) years.
3.20.030: CHAIRMAN:
The city council shall appoint one member of the Planning and Zoning
Commission to serve as chair.
3.020.040: RULES:
The Planning and Zoning Commission shall adopt rules regulating the procedure
at all meetings of the Commission. Such rules shall be filed in the office of the
city clerk and may be amended at any meeting; such rules shall be effective on
filing in the office of the city clerk.
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3.20.050: SECRETARY; RECORD KEEPING:
The development administrator or his designee shall serve as secretary to the
Planning and Zoning Commission and shall keep a true and complete record of all
meetings and actions of the Planning and Zoning Commission. Official records
of the commission shall be kept in the office of the city clerk and shall be
available for public inspection.
3.20.060: POWERS AND DUTIES:
The Planning and Zoning Commission shall have the following powers and
duties:
A. Review, comment, and recommend a comprehensive plan for the City
including elements for municipal services and facilities, economic
development, housing, parks and open space, transportation, urban design,
and land use.
B. Advise the city council, other boards and commissions, neighborhood
organizations, developers, and the general public regarding policies,
standards, and ordinances associated with planning and development
matters.
C. Hold public hearings and meetings, as appropriate, and make findings and
recommendations to the city council concerning annexations; text and map
amendments to the Zoning Ordinance; planned developments; conditional
uses; subdivisions; and authorized land use variations
D. Hold public hearings meetings, as appropriate, and make decisions
concerning zoning and subdivision variations, but not including decisions
on authorized land use variations, and appeals from the Development
Administrator.
E. Advise the city council, other boards and commissions, neighborhood
organizations, developers, and the general public regarding policies,
standards, and ordinances associated with zoning and subdivision matters.
F. Other powers and duties concerning planning, development, zoning and
subdivision matters as may be assigned from time to time by the city
council.
3.20.070: MEETINGS:
The Planning and Zoning Commission shall meet no less than once a month to
consider matters within its jurisdiction.”
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Section 2. That Chapter 3.22 of the Elgin Municipal Code, 1976, as amended, entitled
“Zoning and Subdivision Hearing Board” be and is hereby repealed.
Section 3. That upon the effective date of this ordinance all matters pending before
either the Planning and Development Commission or the Zoning and Subdivision Hearing Board
shall be transferred to and be under the jurisdiction of the Planning and Zoning Commission
created by this ordinance.
Section 4. That all ordinances or parts of ordinances in conflict with the provisions of
this ordinance be and are hereby repealed.
Section 5. That this ordinance shall be in full force and effect from and after March 1,
2012, upon its passage and publication in the manner provided by law.
s/ David J. Kaptain
David J. Kaptain, Mayor
Presented: January 25, 2012
Passed: January 25, 2012
Omnibus Vote: Yeas: 6 Nays: 0
Recorded: January 25, 2012
Published: January 27, 2012
Attest:
s/ Kimberly Dewis
Kimberly Dewis, City Clerk
ORDINANCE G4-12 PASSED AMENDING TITLE 19, ENTITLED “ZONING” OF THE
ELGIN MUNICIPAL CODE, 1976, AS AMENDED
Councilmember Steffen made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Dunne, to pass the
following ordinance. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Dunne, Gilliam, Moeller,
Powell, Prigge, Steffen, and Mayor Kaptain. Nays: None.
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Ordinance No. G4-12
AN ORDINANCE
AMENDING TITLE 19, ENTITLED “ZONING” OF THE
ELGIN MUNICIPAL CODE, 1976, AS AMENDED
WHEREAS, a petition has been filed proposing to make certain amendments to Title 19
entitled “Zoning” of the Elgin Municipal Code, 1976, as amended, relating to references to the
proposed new Planning and Zoning Commission; and
WHEREAS, the Planning and Development Commission has conducted a public hearing
on such petition and the proposed amendments to the City of Elgin Zoning Ordinance; and
WHEREAS, the Planning and Development Commission and the Community
Development Department have submitted their recommendations to the city council on the
petition and proposed amendments.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF ELGIN, ILLINOIS:
Section 1. That Title 19 of the Elgin Municipal Code, 1976, as amended, entitled
“Zoning” be and is hereby further amended by amending all references therein to either the
“Planning and Development Commission” or the “Zoning and Subdivision Hearing Board” to
read the “Planning and Zoning Commission”.
Section 2. That Section 19.10.500 of the Elgin Municipal Code, 1976, as amended,
entitled “Authorized Land Use Variation” be and is hereby further amended to read as follows:
“19.10.500: AUTHORIZED LAND USE VARIATIONS:
Variations from the land use regulations of this Title may be granted by the city
council only in the following instance and no others:
To allow the nonconforming use of a structure, which has not been abandoned to
be changed to another nonconforming use permitted in the same zoning district in
which the original use is listed as a permitted use, or it may be changed to a
nonconforming use permitted in a more restrictive zoning district, provided that
the associated structure is designed and intended for a use not permitted in the
district in which it is located.
Such land use variations shall be subject to the provisions of Section 19.07.400 of
this Title and may be granted only in conformance with the standards in Chapter
19.70 of this Title. An application seeking a land use variation authorized in this
section shall be filed with the city, a public hearing thereon shall be conducted by
the Planning and Zoning Commission, the Planning and Zoning Commission shall
make findings with respect thereto applying the standards in Chapter 19.70 and
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the application shall be forwarded to the city council for a decision applying the
standards of Chapter 19.70.”
Section 3. That Section 19.70.020 of the Elgin Municipal Code, 1976, as amended,
entitled “Authority” be and is hereby further amended to read as follows:
“19.70.020: AUTHORITY:
The Planning and Zoning Commission shall have the authority to grant variations
from the requirements and regulations of this Title, but not including authorized
land use variations pursuant to Section 19.10.500 of this Title, only in the
instances specified in each chapter and subject to the provisions of this Chapter.
The authority to grant variations shall be sparingly exercised.”
Section 4. That all ordinances or parts of ordinances in conflict with the provisions of
this ordinance be and are hereby repealed.
Section 5. That this ordinance shall be in full force and effect from and after
March 1, 2012, upon its passage and publication in the manner provided by law.
s/ David J. Kaptain
David J. Kaptain, Mayor
Presented: January 25, 2012
Passed: January 25, 2012
Omnibus Vote: Yeas: 6 Nays: 0
Recorded: January 25, 2012
Published: January 27, 2012
Attest:
s/ Kimberly Dewis
Kimberly Dewis, City Clerk
ORDINANCE G5-12 PASSED AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. G1-10 GRANTING A
CONDITIONAL USE FOR AN AMENDED PLANNED DEVELOPMENT (401 SUMMIT
STREET, 455 AND 459 NORTH GIFFORD STREET)
Councilmember Steffen made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Dunne, to pass the
following ordinance. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Dunne, Gilliam, Moeller,
Powell, Prigge, Steffen, and Mayor Kaptain. Nays: None.
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Ordinance No. G5-12
AN ORDINANCE
AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. G1-10 GRANTING A
CONDITIONAL USE FOR AN AMENDED PLANNED DEVELOPMENT
(401 Summit Street, 455 and 459 North Gifford Street)
WHEREAS, pursuant to Ordinance G1-10, the property described below was zoned in
the AB Area Business District and granted a conditional use for a planned development; and
WHEREAS, written application has been made to amend certain provisions of Ordinance
No. G1-10 by amending the conditional use for a planned development at the subject property;
and
WHEREAS, the Zoning and Subdivision Hearing Board conducted a public hearing after
due notice by publication and has submitted its findings of fact and recommended approval; and
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Elgin concurs with the findings and
recommendation of the Zoning and Subdivision Hearing Board.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF ELGIN, ILLINOIS:
Section 1. That the City Council of the City of Elgin hereby adopts the Findings of Fact ,
dated January 4, 2012, made by the Zoning and Subdivision Hearing Board, a copy of which is
attached hereto and made a part hereof by reference as Exhibit A.
Section 2. That ordinance No. G1-10 entitled “RECLASSIFYING CERTAIN
TERRITORY FROM RC3 RESIDENCE CONSERVATION DISTRICT TO AB AREA
BUSINESS DISTRICT AND GRANTING A CONDITIONAL USE FOR A PLANNED
DEVELOPMENT (401 Summit Street, 455 and 459 North Gifford Street)” passed January 13,
2010, be and is hereby amended only as forth in this ordinance.
Section 3. That a conditional use for an amended planned development which will allow
for the construction of a restaurant and parking lot at 401 Summit Street and 455 North Gifford
Street, legally described as follows:
Parcel 1
Lot 9 And 10 Of T. Schoonhoven's Addition To Elgin, In The City Of Elgin,
Kane County, Illinois (Property Commonly Known As 455 North Gifford Street).
Parcel 2
Lot 11, 12 (Except The East 19 Feet Of The North 1/2 Thereof), 13 (Except The
East 19 Feet Thereof), And That Part Of Lot 14 Lying South Of The South Line
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Of The Right Of Way Of State Highway No. 58 (Except The East 19 Feet
Thereof), of T. Schoonhoven's Addition To Elgin, In The City Of Elgin, Kane
County, Illinois (Property Commonly Known As 401 Summit Street).
be and is hereby granted subject to the following conditions:
1. Substantial conformance to the Statement of Purpose and Conformance, prepared
by McDonald’s USA, LLC, dated received October 21, 2011, and to the letter to
the City of Elgin Staff, Zoning Board of Appeals and City Council, dated
November, 18, 2011. In the event of any conflict between such Statement of
Purpose and Conformance and this ordinance or other applicable city ordinances,
this ordinance or other applicable city ordinances shall supersede and control.
2. Substantial conformance to the Development Plan, submitted by McDonald’s
USA, LLC, inclusive of the following plan sheets:
a.) The ALTA/ACSM Land Title and Topographic Survey, prepared by
Compass Surveying LTD, dated September 21, 2011;
b.) The Aerial Site Exhibit, prepared by Watermark Engineering
Resources, LTD, dated November 21, 2011;
c.) The Site Plan 12, prepared by Watermark Engineering Resources,
LTD, dated December 1, 2011;
d.) Building Elevations - The 2009 Standard Building/38101 Plus
Fullerton Building, prepared by McDonald’s USA, LLC; with a Std
Issue Date of January 6, 2012; Sheet No. A2.0 Elevation and Sheet
No. A2.1 Elevation; Note; and
e.) Floor Plan – The 2009 Standard Building/38101 Plus Fullerton
Building, prepared by McDonald’s USA, LLC; with a Std Issue Date
of October 3, 2011; Sheet No. A1.0 Elevation and Sheet No. A2.1.
3. Substantial conformance to the Proposed Freestanding Monument Signs and Wall
Sign Packet, prepared by Everbrite, dated November 17, 2011, dated received
December 19, 2011. Note: the area of the landscape material of each monument
sign shall not be less than 2.5 times the surface area of the sign.
4. Substantial conformance to the Freestanding Signage Exhibit, prepared by
Watermark Engineering Resources, LTD, dated November 21, 2011, dated
received December 13, 2011.
Substantial conformance to the Landscape Plan, prepared by Watermark Engineering
Resources, LTD, dated November 21, 2011.
5. Compliance with all applicable codes and ordinances.
Section 4. That the conditional use granted herein shall expire if not established
within one year from the date of passage of this ordinance.
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Section 5. That this ordinance shall be in full force and effect immediately after its
passage in the manner provided by law.
s/ David J. Kaptain
David J. Kaptain, Mayor
Presented: January 25, 2012
Passed: January 25, 2012
Omnibus Vote: Yeas: 6 Nays: 0
Recorded: January 25, 2012
Published: January 27, 2012
Attest:
s/ Kimberly Dewis
Kimberly Dewis, City Clerk
ORDINANCE G6-12 PASSED AMENDING CHAPTER 6.06 OF THE ELGIN
MUNICIPAL CODE, 1976, AS AMENDED, ENTITLED “ALCOHOLIC LIQUOR
DEALERS”
Councilmember Steffen made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Dunne, to pass the
following ordinance. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Dunne, Gilliam, Moeller,
Powell, Prigge, Steffen, and Mayor Kaptain. Nays: None.
Ordinance No. G6-12
AN ORDINANCE
AMENDING CHAPTER 6.06 OF THE ELGIN MUNICIPAL CODE, 1976,
AS AMENDED, ENTITLED “ALCOHOLIC LIQUOR DEALERS”
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ELGIN, ILLINOIS:
Section 1. That Section 6.06.050 of the Elgin Municipal Code, 1976, as amended, entitled
“Licenses; Number to be Issued,” be and is hereby further amended by amending subparagraph F
thereof to read as follows:
“F. The number of Class B-3 licenses shall not exceed four (4) in number.”
Section 2. That all ordinances or parts of ordinances in conflict with the provisions of this
ordinance be and are hereby repealed.
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Section 3. That this ordinance shall be in full force and effect after its passage and
publication in the manner provided by law.
s/ David J. Kaptain
David J. Kaptain, Mayor
Presented: January 25, 2012
Passed: January 25, 2012
Omnibus Vote: Yeas: 6 Nays: 0
Recorded: January 25, 2012
Published: January 27, 2012
Attest:
s/ Kimberly Dewis
Kimberly Dewis, City Clerk
REPORTS/MINUTES RECEIVED AND ORDERED PLACED ON FILE
Councilmember Moeller made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Steffen, to place the
following reports and minutes on file. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Dunne,
Moeller, Powell, Prigge, Steffen, and Mayor Kaptain. Nays: None.
Board of Fire & Police Commissioners October 13, 2011
Board of Health April 11, 2011 and October 24, 2011
Cultural Arts Commission November 14, 2011
Human Relations Commission November 1, 2011
Foreign Fire Insurance Tax Board October 11, 2011
Liquor Commission December 7, 2011
Zoning and Subdivision Hearing Board December 7, 2011
Committee of the Whole Minutes for December 21, 2011
City Council Minutes for December 21, 2011
Telecommunications Tax Report
Disbursement Report
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Mayor Kaptain made announcements regarding forthcoming meetings.
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ADJOURNMENT
Councilmember Moeller made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Powell, to adjourn and go
into the Executive Session for the purpose of discussing the following matters. Upon a roll call
vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Dunne, Moeller, Powell, Prigge, Steffen, and Mayor Kaptain.
Nays: None.
Appointment, Employment, Compensation, Discipline, Performance or Dismissal
of Specific Employees of the Public Body - Exempt Under Section 120/2(c)(1) of
the Open Meetings Act
The meeting adjourned at 8:40 p.m.
s/ Kimberly Dewis February 8, 2012
Kimberly Dewis, City Clerk Date Approved