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VOLUME LXXX MARCH 18, 2015
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 March 18, 2015, in
the Council Chambers. The meeting was called to order by Mayor Kaptain at 7:15 p.m. The
Invocation was given by Pastor Danny Taylor from the Church of the Nazarene and the Pledge
of Allegiance was led by Councilmember John Prigge.
ROLL CALL
Roll call was answered by Councilmembers Dunne, Gavin, Martinez, Powell, Prigge,
Rauschenberger, Shaw, Steffen, and Mayor Kaptain. Absent: None.
MINUTES OF THE FEBRUARY 25, 2015, COUNCIL MEETING APPROVED AS
DISTRIBUTED
Councilmember Steffen made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Powell, to approve the
February 25, 2015, Council Meeting Minutes as distributed. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas:
Councilmembers Dunne, Gavin, Martinez, Powell, Prigge, Rauschenberger, Shaw, Steffen, and
Mayor Kaptain. Nays: None.
RECOGNIZE PERSONS PRESENT
Chuck Keysor commented on the city’s newsletter article regarding revenue diversification and
the cost of these changes to the average taxpayer.
Grace Richards, Karin Jones, and Jerri McCue urged the council to resolve the pending litigation
regarding the redevelopment of the Tower Building.
Andrew Cuming announced the upcoming South West Area Neighbors (SWAN) candidate
forum being held on March 21st.
BID 14-062A AWARDED TO VARIOUS VENDORS FOR 2015 POOL CHEMICALS
Councilmember Dunne made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Steffen, to award contracts
to Halogen Supply Company, Aqua Pure Enterprises, and Mineral Masters for The Centre of
Elgin, Wing Park and Lords Park Family Aquatic Centers in the total amount of $52,396 for the
purchase of various pool chemicals. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Dunne,
Gavin, Martinez, Powell, Prigge, Rauschenberger, Shaw, Steffen, and Mayor Kaptain. Nays:
None.
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BID 15-002 AWARDED TO THE DAVEY TREE EXPERT COMPANY FOR TREE
SERVICES IN WATERFORD NEIGHBORHOOD 5 SUBDIVISION
Councilmember Dunne made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Gavin, to award the bid to
Davey Tree Expert Company in the amount of $67,104 to remove failing trees and plant
replacements within the right‐of‐way in the Waterford Neighborhood 5 subdivision. Upon a roll
call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Dunne, Gavin, Martinez, Powell, Prigge, Rauschenberger,
Shaw, Steffen, and Mayor Kaptain. Nays: None.
BID 15-003 AWARDED TO VARIOUS VENDORS FOR GOLF CHEMICAL SUPPLIES
Councilmember Dunne made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Steffen, to approve and
award the bid to the designated lowest responsive bidders outlined in the memo provided to
Council in the amount of $160,553 for the purchase of various chemicals to maintain the city’s
golf courses. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Dunne, Gavin, Martinez, Powell,
Prigge, Rauschenberger, Shaw, Steffen, and Mayor Kaptain. Nays: None.
BID 15-007 AWARDED TO LANDMARK CONTRACTORS FOR ELM STREET
REHABILITATION PROJECT
Councilmember Powell made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Steffen, to award a
contract to Landmark Contractors in the amount of $2,608,433 to improve sanitary, storm and
pavement infrastructure for adjacent streets in the area of and including Elm Street. Upon a roll
call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Dunne, Gavin, Martinez, Powell, Prigge, Rauschenberger,
Shaw, Steffen, and Mayor Kaptain. Nays: None.
BID 15-009 AWARDED TO THE DAVEY TREE EXPERT COMPANY FOR
HERBICIDE APPLICATION SERVICES
Councilmember Dunne made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Steffen, to award contract
to The Davey Tree Expert Company in the amount of $59,019 for herbicide and fertilizer
applications to land management, utilities, fire and cemetery properties to control weeds and
maintain turf. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Dunne, Gavin, Martinez, Powell,
Prigge, Rauschenberger, Shaw, Steffen, and Mayor Kaptain. Nays: None.
BID 15-014 AWARDED TO MR. DAVID’S FLOORING FOR CARPET
REPLACEMENT
There was discussion regarding the size of the project, the number of bidders, the impact of the
responsible bidder’s ordinance and prevailing wage requirements, the method used to contact
potential bidders, as well as feedback from bidders regarding the process.
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Councilmember Gavin made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Steffen, to approve a
contract with Mr. David’s Flooring International, Ltd. in the amount of $195,263 for the
replacement of carpeting in various locations. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers
Dunne, Gavin, Martinez, Powell, Prigge, Rauschenberger, Shaw, Steffen, and Mayor Kaptain.
Nays: None.
BID 15-015 AWARDED TO KLF ENTERPRISES FOR THE DEMOLITION OF CITY
OWNED PROPERTIES
Councilmember Dunne made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Steffen, to approve a
contract with KLF Enterprises in the amount of $35,860 to remove vacant buildings from city
owned property at 652 McBride and 980 Lavoie. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers
Dunne, Gavin, Martinez, Powell, Prigge, Rauschenberger, Shaw, Steffen, and Mayor Kaptain.
Nays: None.
JOINT PURCHASING AGREEMENT AWARDED TO ATLAS BOBCAT, LLC FOR
THE PURCHASE OF UTILITY VEHICLES
Councilmember Dunne made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Steffen, to award a contract
to Atlas Bobcat, LLC for the purchase of a Toolcat Utility Vehicle and Bobcat Skid Steer in the
amount of $129,898 in order to meet the maintenance needs of water operations and distribution
infrastructure. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Dunne, Gavin, Martinez, Powell,
Prigge, Rauschenberger, Shaw, Steffen, and Mayor Kaptain. Nays: None.
JOINT PURCHASING AGREEMENT AWARDED TO CDW GOVERNMENT, LLC
FOR THE PURCHASE OF MICROSOFT ENTERPRISE SOFTWARE LICENSE
SUBSCRIPTION
Councilmember Dunne made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Shaw, to award a contract
to CDW Government, LLC for the software license subscription for Microsoft Office 365,
Exchange Server and Archive Manager, Remote Desktop Services and SQL Server in the
amount of $127,918 annually for a three‐year term. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas:
Councilmembers Dunne, Gavin, Martinez, Powell, Prigge, Rauschenberger, Shaw, Steffen, and
Mayor Kaptain. Nays: None.
FINAL PUBLIC HEARING REGARDING FISCAL YEAR 2015 COMMUNITY
DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT (CDBG) PROGRAM, PROVIDE FOR PUBLIC
COMMENT ON THE 2015 ANNUAL ACTION PLAN, AND AUTHORIZE STAFF TO
COMPLETE THE APPLICATION
Mayor Kaptain declared the public hearing open.
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Marc Mylott, Community Development Director, provided a review of the application process to
date. Mayor Kaptain asked if any members of the audience wished to comment on this matter.
After no comments from the audience, Mayor Kaptain declared the public hearing closed.
RESOLUTION 15-38 ADOPTED AUTHORIZING FILING OF AN APPLICATION AND
ANNUAL ACTION PLAN FOR A GRANT UNDER THE HOUSING AND
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT ACT OF 1974
Councilmember Dunne made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Gavin, to adopt the
following resolution. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Dunne, Gavin, Martinez,
Powell, Prigge, Rauschenberger, Shaw, Steffen, and Mayor Kaptain. Nays: None.
Resolution No. 15-38
RESOLUTION
AUTHORIZING FILING OF AN APPLICATION AND ANNUAL ACTION PLAN FOR
A GRANT UNDER THE HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT ACT OF 1974
WHEREAS, Title 1 of the Housing and Community Development Act of 1974 provides
for block grant funding assistance to units of local governments for the purpose of strengthening
the ability of said governments and elected officials to determine the community development
needs, set priorities, and allocate resources to various activities; and
WHEREAS, the City Council of Elgin, Illinois, has determined that additional emphasis
is needed in the area of community development in order that beneficial solutions to the
preservation and rehabilitation of affordable housing, the rehabilitation of public facilities, and
support for public service activities may be addressed.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF ELGIN, ILLINOIS:
Section 1. That a submission be made to the Department of Housing and Urban
Development for a grant in the amount of Seven Hundred Ninety-Eight Thousand, Nine Hundred
and Twenty-Six Dollars ($798,926) for the following projects:
1. CITY OF ELGIN RESIDENTIAL REHABILITATION GRANT PROGRAM
CDBG funds will be used to provide grants for the rehabilitation of single-family
housing owned and occupied by low- and moderate-income families.
Project Location: City-wide activity
Proposed Level of Funding: $219,543
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2. CITY OF ELGIN PROGRAM ADMINISTRATION
CDBG funds will be used to compensate the city staff and consultants for time
utilized to administer the program.
Project Location: 150 Dexter Ct, Elgin
Proposed Level of Funding: $130,000
3. CITY OF ELGIN GROLICH PARK ADA IMPROVEMENTS
CDBG funds will be used to make the playground at Grolich Park ADA
compliant by installing a new playground area and equipment that meets all
current ADA guidelines.
Submitting Agency: City of Elgin’s Parks and Recreation Department
Project Location: Grolich Park, 37 Souster Avenue, Elgin
Proposed Level of Funding: $125,000
4. AID ELGIN GROUP HOMES ACCESSIBILITY RENOVATIONS
CDBG funds will be used to improve bathroom accessibility and overall energy
efficiency by renovating bathrooms, replacing windows and a garage door for 10
individuals who are low-income and developmentally disabled living at 2 group
homes.
Submitting Agency: Association for Individual Development
Project Location: 1482 Maple Lane, Elgin and 974 Hillcrest Road, Elgin
Proposed Level of Funding: $25,000
5. COMMUNITY CRISIS CENTER FOUNDATION IMPROVEMENTS
CDBG funds will be used to make foundation repairs to the lower level of the
building to provide a leak free, mold free and safe and comfortable work and
living conditions for employees and clients.
Submitting Agency: Community Crisis Center
Project Location: 37 South Geneva, Elgin
Proposed Level of Funding: $25,000
6. YWCA BUILDING SPACE DIVERSIFICATION PHASE 2
CDBG funds will be used to rehabilitate the lower level of the building to create
additional space to accommodate program expansion and community services.
Submitting Agency: YWCA of Elgin
Project Location: 220 East Chicago Street, Elgin
Proposed Level of Funding: $75,000
7. HABITAT FOR HUMANITY ROOF REPLACEMENT
CDBG funds will be used to replace the existing roof of the building located at 56
South Grove Avenue.
Submitting Agency: Habitat for Humanity of Northern Fox Valley
Project Location: 56 South Grove Avenue, Elgin
Proposed Level of Funding: $25,000
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8. KANE COUNTY LEAD BASED PAINT HAZARD CONTROL PROGRAM
CDBG funds will be used to provide rehabilitation services for lead hazard
reduction (lead safe housing) including interim control and/or abatement work to
approximately 5 low- and moderate-income Elgin households with a child under
the age of 6 residing in the home.
Submitting Agency: Kane County Office of Community Reinvestment
Project Location: City-wide activity
Proposed Level of Funding: $50,000
9. FAIR HOUSING PROGRAMS & SERVICES
CDBG funds will be used to provide fair housing education, training and
counseling and assist the city in identifying barriers to fair housing.
Submitting Agency: Hope Fair Housing Center
Project Location: City-wide activity
Proposed Level of Funding: $7,283
10. ELGIN WAYSIDE CENTER RENTAL ASSISTANCE
CDBG funds will be used to pay a portion of the rent to provide day-time shelter
for homeless persons.
Submitting Agency: Elgin Wayside Center
Project Location: 1732 Berkley Street, Elgin
Proposed Level of Funding: $31,100
11. PADS RENTAL ASSISTANCE
CDBG funds will be used to pay a portion of the rent to provide overnight
emergency shelter for homeless persons.
Submitting Agency: PADS of Elgin
Project Location: 1730 Berkley Street, Elgin
Proposed Level of Funding: $50,000
12. SENIOR SERVICES RENTAL ASSISTANCE
CDBG funds will be used to pay for a portion of the rent of their existing facility.
Submitting Agency: Senior Services Associates
Project Location: 101 S Grove Avenue, Elgin
Proposed Level of Funding: $36,000
Section 2. That the City Manager or his designee is hereby authorized and directed to
execute and file such submission with the Department of Housing and Urban Development and
to provide additional information and furnish such documents as may be required by said
Department to execute such agreements as are required by said Department, and to act as the
authorized correspondent of the City of Elgin.
s/ David J. Kaptain
David J. Kaptain, Mayor
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Presented: March 18, 2015
Adopted: March 18, 2015
Vote: Yeas: 9 Nays: 0
Attest:
s/ Kimberly Dewis
Kimberly Dewis, City Clerk
RESOLUTION 15-39 ADOPTED AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF A SERVICE
AGREEMENT WITH CARRIE BALDWIN FOR GROUP FITNESS INSTRUCTION
AND CLASSES
Councilmember Dunne made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Steffen, to adopt the
following resolution. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Dunne, Gavin, Martinez,
Powell, Prigge, Rauschenberger, Shaw, Steffen, and Mayor Kaptain. Nays: None.
Resolution No. 15-39
RESOLUTION
AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF A SERVICE AGREEMENT WITH
CARRIE BALDWIN FOR GROUP FITNESS INSTRUCTION AND CLASSES
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ELGIN, ILLINOIS,
that pursuant to Elgin Municipal Code Section 5.02.020B(9) the City Council hereby finds that
an exception to the requirements of the procurement ordinance is necessary and in the best
interest of the city; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ELGIN,
ILLINOIS, that Sean R. Stegall, City Manager, and Kimberly A. Dewis, City Clerk, be and are
hereby authorized and directed to execute a Service Agreement on behalf of the City of Elgin
with Carrie Baldwin for group fitness instruction and classes at The Centre from January 1, 2015
to December 31, 2015, a copy of which is attached hereto and made a part hereof by reference.
s/ David J. Kaptain
David J. Kaptain, Mayor
Presented: March 18, 2015
Adopted: March 18, 2015
Vote: Yeas: 9 Nays: 0
Attest:
s/ Kimberly Dewis
Kimberly Dewis, City Clerk
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RESOLUTION 15-40 ADOPTED AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF A SERVICE
AGREEMENT WITH DANAE MOLITOR FOR GROUP FITNESS INSTRUCTION
AND CLASSES
Councilmember Gavin made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Martinez, to adopt the
following resolution. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Dunne, Gavin, Martinez,
Powell, Prigge, Rauschenberger, Shaw, Steffen, and Mayor Kaptain. Nays: None.
Resolution No. 15-40
RESOLUTION
AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF A SERVICE AGREEMENT WITH
DANAE MOLITOR FOR GROUP FITNESS INSTRUCTION AND CLASSES
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ELGIN, ILLINOIS,
that pursuant to Elgin Municipal Code Section 5.02.020B(9) the City Council hereby finds that
an exception to the requirements of the procurement ordinance is necessary and in the best
interest of the city; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ELGIN,
ILLINOIS, that Sean R. Stegall, City Manager, and Kimberly A. Dewis, City Clerk, be and are
hereby authorized and directed to execute a Service Agreement on behalf of the City of Elgin
with Danae Molitor for group fitness instruction and classes at The Centre from January 1, 2015
to December 31, 2015, a copy of which is attached hereto and made a part hereof by reference.
s/ David J. Kaptain
David J. Kaptain, Mayor
Presented: March 18, 2015
Adopted: March 18, 2015
Vote: Yeas: 9 Nays: 0
Attest:
s/ Kimberly Dewis
Kimberly Dewis, City Clerk
RESOLUTION 15-41 ADOPTED AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF A SERVICE
AGREEMENT WITH STERLING SYMMETRY UNLIMITED, INCORPORATED FOR
GROUP FITNESS INSTRUCTION AND CLASSES
Councilmember Steffen made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Martinez, to adopt the
following resolution. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Dunne, Gavin, Martinez,
Powell, Prigge, Rauschenberger, Shaw, Steffen, and Mayor Kaptain. Nays: None.
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Resolution No. 15-41
RESOLUTION
AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF A SERVICE AGREEMENT WITH
STERLING SYMMETRY UNLIMITED, INCORPORATED
FOR GROUP FITNESS INSTRUCTION AND CLASSES
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ELGIN, ILLINOIS,
that pursuant to Elgin Municipal Code Section 5.02.020B(9) the City Council hereby finds that
an exception to the requirements of the procurement ordinance is necessary and in the best
interest of the city; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ELGIN,
ILLINOIS, that Sean R. Stegall, City Manager, and Kimberly A. Dewis, City Clerk, be and are
hereby authorized and directed to execute a Service Agreement on behalf of the City of Elgin
with Sterling Symmetry Unlimited, Incorporated for group fitness instruction and classes at The
Centre from January 1, 2015 to December 31, 2015, a copy of which is attached hereto and made
a part hereof by reference.
s/ David J. Kaptain
David J. Kaptain, Mayor
Presented: March 18, 2015
Adopted: March 18, 2015
Vote: Yeas: 9 Nays: 0
Attest:
s/ Kimberly Dewis
Kimberly Dewis, City Clerk
RESOLUTION 15-42 ADOPTED APPROVING RIVERBOAT FUND GRANT
RECIPIENTS
Councilmember Dunne made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Powell, to adopt the
following resolution. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Dunne, Gavin, Martinez,
Powell, Rauschenberger, Shaw, Steffen, and Mayor Kaptain. Nays: Councilmember Prigge.
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Resolution No. 15-42
RESOLUTION
APPROVING RIVERBOAT FUND GRANT RECIPIENTS
WHEREAS, the Riverboat Fund Grant Program was established to provide financial
assistance and support regarding operating costs for local not-for-profit organizations; and
WHEREAS, fourteen grant applications were submitted for consideration in 2015 under
the Riverboat Fund Grant Program; and
WHEREAS, said applications have been reviewed and recipients selected by the City
Council.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF ELGIN, ILLINOIS, that grant assistance and funds be provided under the Riverboat Fund
Grant Program to the following organizations:
Organization Program Amount
Association for Individual
Development
AID employment and
community integration
program $ 10,700
Boys and Girls Club
Youth services and academic
programming $ 75,000
Centro de Informacion
Bilingual outreach for
community integration
services $ 18,000
Ecker Center for Mental Health
Outpatient mental health
services $ 17,500
Food for Greater Elgin Food distribution $ 18,000
Literacy Connection Workforce readiness tutoring $ 11,500
NHS of the Fox Valley
Pre-purchase and foreclosure
counseling $ 10,700
United Way of Elgin
Dolly Parton Imagination
Library $ 6,000
VNA Health Care
Bilingual outreach for
medical services $ 10,700
Well Child Center First tooth visit program $ 9,000
Youth Leadership Academy YLA Freedom School $ 12,900
TOTAL $200,000
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the projects shall be in conformance with all
applicable codes and ordinances.
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BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that prior to receiving any grant funds organizations shall
be required to enter into an agreement with the City of Elgin in a form as approved by the
Corporation Counsel.
s/ David J. Kaptain
David J. Kaptain, Mayor
Presented: March 18, 2015
Adopted: March 18, 2015
Vote: Yeas: 8 Nays: 1
Attest:
s/ Kimberly Dewis
Kimberly Dewis, City Clerk
RESOLUTION 15-43 ADOPTED AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF A GRANT
AGREEMENT WITH THE FOX RIVER STUDY GROUP FOR CONTINUED SUPPORT
OF THE FOX RIVER WATERSHED PROJECT
Councilmember Steffen made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Powell, to adopt the
following resolution. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Dunne, Martinez, Powell,
Rauschenberger, Steffen, and Mayor Kaptain. Nays: Councilmembers Gavin, Prigge, and Shaw.
Resolution No. 15-43
RESOLUTION
AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF A GRANT AGREEMENT WITH THE
FOX RIVER STUDY GROUP FOR CONTINUED SUPPORT OF THE
FOX RIVER WATERSHED PROJECT
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ELGIN, ILLINOIS,
that Sean R. Stegall, City Manager, and Kimberly A. Dewis, City Clerk, be and are hereby
authorized and directed to execute a grant agreement with the Fox River Study Group for
continued support of the Fox River Watershed Project, a copy of which is attached hereto and
made a part hereof by reference.
s/ David J. Kaptain
David J. Kaptain, Mayor
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Presented: March 18, 2015
Adopted: March 18, 2015
Vote: Yeas: 6 Nays: 3
Attest:
s/ Kimberly Dewis
Kimberly Dewis, City Clerk
ORDINANCE S2-15 PASSED PROVIDING FOR THE ISSUANCE OF ONE OR MORE
SERIES OF GENERAL OBLIGATION REFUNDING BONDS, SERIES 2015, OF THE
CITY OF ELGIN, KANE AND COOK COUNTIES, ILLINOIS, IN AN AGGREGATE
AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $12,300,000 TO REFUND CERTAIN OUTSTANDING
BONDS OF SAID CITY, PROVIDING FOR THE LEVY OF A DIRECT ANNUAL TAX
SUFFICIENT TO PAY THE PRINCIPAL OF AND INTEREST ON SAID BONDS,
AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE EXECUTION OF AN ESCROW
AGREEMENT IN CONNECTION WITH THE ISSUE OF SAID BONDS, AND
AUTHORIZING THE SALE OF SAID BONDS TO THE PURCHASER THEREOF
Councilmember Powell made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Gavin, to pass the
following ordinance. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Dunne, Gavin, Martinez,
Powell, Prigge, Rauschenberger, Shaw, Steffen, and Mayor Kaptain. Nays: None.
ORDINANCE S2-15 IS ON FILE IN THE CITY CLERK’S OFFICE.
CONSENT AGENDA
By unanimous consent, Councilmember Dunne made a motion, seconded by Councilmember
Martinez, to pass Ordinance Nos. G5-15, G6-15, and S1-15, and adopt Resolution Nos. 15-34
through 15-37 by omnibus vote. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Dunne, Gavin,
Martinez, Powell, Prigge, Rauschenberger, Shaw, Steffen, and Mayor Kaptain. Nays: None.
RESOLUTION 15-34 ADOPTED APPROVING CULTURAL ARTS COMMISSION
GRANT RECIPIENTS
Councilmember Dunne made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Martinez, to adopt the
following resolution. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Dunne, Gavin, Martinez,
Powell, Prigge, Rauschenberger, Shaw, Steffen, and Mayor Kaptain. Nays: None.
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Resolution No. 15-34
RESOLUTION
APPROVING CULTURAL ARTS COMMISSION GRANT RECIPIENTS
WHEREAS, the Cultural Arts Commission Grant Program has been established to
provide financial assistance for arts programming; and
WHEREAS, thirteen grant applications were submitted for consideration in 2015 under
the Cultural Arts Commission Grant Program; and
WHEREAS, said applications have been reviewed and recipients selected by the City
Council.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF ELGIN, ILLINOIS, that grant assistance and funds be provided under the Cultural Arts
Commission Grant Program to the following organizations:
Organization Event Amount
Ballet Folklorico Cultural Performance $ 7,083
Children’s Theatre of Elgin A Salute to One-Hit Wonders $ 7,225
Elgin Children’s Chorus Darling Divas and Boys Power Sing $ 6,092
Elgin Master Chorale Rodgers and Hammerstein: "Something
Wonderful" and "An Enchanted Morning"
$ 6,588
Elgin Theatre Company Theater Production: "Wait Until Dark" $ 645
Elgin Youth Symphony Orchestra May performance: "Scheherazade" $ 7,603
Hamilton Wings SCORE! Program and Musical Performance $ 7,886
Heartland Voices A Choral Celebration $ 7,225
Independent Players Two 1930's Classical Theatrical Productions $ 2,942
International Latino Cultural Center Latino Film Festival $3,542
Janus Theatre First Look Fridays, Second Look Saturdays $ 5,288
Side Street Studio Arts Ultimate Painting $ 4,428
TOTAL $66,545
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the projects shall be in conformance with all
applicable codes and ordinances.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that prior to receiving any grant funds organizations shall
be required to enter into an agreement with the City of Elgin in a form as approved by the
Corporation Counsel.
s/ David J. Kaptain
David J. Kaptain, Mayor
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Presented: March 18, 2015
Adopted: March 18, 2015
Omnibus Vote: Yeas: 9 Nays: 0
Attest:
s/ Kimberly Dewis
Kimberly Dewis, City Clerk
RESOLUTION 15-35 ADOPTED AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF TWO LEASE
AGREEMENTS AND A MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT WITH NADLER GOLF CAR
SALES, INC. FOR LEASING ELECTRIC GOLF CARS AND MAINTENANCE OF
GOLF CARS AT BOWES CREEK COUNTRY CLUB
Councilmember Dunne made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Martinez, to adopt the
following resolution. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Dunne, Gavin, Martinez,
Powell, Prigge, Rauschenberger, Shaw, Steffen, and Mayor Kaptain. Nays: None.
Resolution No. 15-35 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF TWO LEASE AGREEMENTS AND A MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT WITH NADLER GOLF CAR SALES, INC. FOR LEASING ELECTRIC GOLF CARS AND MAINTENANCE OF GOLF CARS AT BOWES CREEK COUNTRY CLUB BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ELGIN, ILLINOIS, that pursuant to Elgin Municipal Code Section 5.02.020B(9) the City Council hereby finds that an exception to the requirements of the procurement ordinance is necessary and in the best interest of the city; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ELGIN,
ILLINOIS, that Sean R. Stegall, City Manager, and Kimberly A. Dewis, City Clerk, be and are
hereby authorized and directed to execute two lease agreements and a maintenance agreement on
behalf of the City of Elgin with Nadler Golf Car Sales, Inc. for leasing electric golf cars and
maintenance of the golf cars at Bowes Creek Country Club, copies of which are attached hereto
and made a part hereof by reference.
s/ David J. Kaptain
David J. Kaptain, Mayor
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Presented: March 18, 2015
Adopted: March 18, 2015
Omnibus Vote: Yeas: 9 Nays: 0
Attest:
s/ Kimberly Dewis
Kimberly Dewis, City Clerk
RESOLUTION 15-36 ADOPTED AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF AN ECONOMIC
INCENTIVE AGREEMENT WITH NAPLETON'S ELGIN MOTORS HOLDING, INC.
(909 EAST CHICAGO STREET)
Councilmember Dunne made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Martinez, to adopt the
following resolution. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Dunne, Gavin, Martinez,
Powell, Prigge, Rauschenberger, Shaw, Steffen, and Mayor Kaptain. Nays: None.
Resolution No. 15-36
RESOLUTION
AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF AN ECONOMIC INCENTIVE AGREEMENT
WITH NAPLETON'S ELGIN MOTORS HOLDING, INC.
(909 East Chicago Street)
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 an Economic Incentive Agreement with Napleton's Elgin Motors
Holding, Inc. on behalf of the City of Elgin for economic development assistance in connection
with the development of 909 East Chicago Street, a copy of which is attached hereto and made a
part hereof by reference.
s/ David J. Kaptain
David J. Kaptain, Mayor
Presented: March 18, 2015
Adopted: March 18, 2015
Omnibus Vote: Yeas: 9 Nays: 0
Attest:
s/ Kimberly Dewis
Kimberly Dewis, City Clerk
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RESOLUTION 15-37 ADOPTED AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF AN AGREEMENT
WITH DAN SHOMON, INC. FOR LEGISLATIVE REPRESENTATION
Councilmember Dunne made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Martinez, to adopt the
following resolution. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Dunne, Gavin, Martinez,
Powell, Prigge, Rauschenberger, Shaw, Steffen, and Mayor Kaptain. Nays: None.
Resolution No. 15-37
RESOLUTION
AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF AN AGREEMENT WITH
DAN SHOMON, INC. FOR LEGISLATIVE REPRESENTATION
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ELGIN, ILLINOIS,
that Sean R. Stegall, City Manager, and Kimberly A. Dewis, City Clerk, be and are hereby
authorized and directed to execute an agreement on behalf of the City of Elgin with Dan
Shomon, Inc. for legislative representation, a copy of which is attached hereto and made a part
hereof by reference.
s/ David J. Kaptain
David J. Kaptain, Mayor
Presented: March 18, 2015
Adopted: March 18, 2015
Omnibus Vote: Yeas: 9 Nays: 0
Attest:
s/ Kimberly Dewis
Kimberly Dewis, City Clerk
ORDINANCE G5-15 PASSED GRANTING A CONDITIONAL USE TO ESTABLISH A
COMMERCIAL EVENT SPACE INVOLVING VARIOUS ASSEMBLIES OF PEOPLE
IN THE CC2 CENTER CITY DISTRICT (166 SYMPHONY WAY)
Councilmember Dunne made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Martinez, to pass the
following ordinance. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Dunne, Gavin, Martinez,
Powell, Prigge, Rauschenberger, Shaw, Steffen, and Mayor Kaptain. Nays: None.
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Ordinance No. G5-15
AN ORDINANCE
GRANTING A CONDITIONAL USE TO
ESTABLISH A COMMERCIAL EVENT SPACE
INVOLVING VARIOUS ASSEMBLIES OF PEOPLE
IN THE CC2 CENTER CITY DISTRICT
(166 Symphony Way)
WHEREAS, written application has been made requesting conditional use approval to
establish a commercial event space to host various banquets, ceremonies, celebrations, meetings,
seminars, exhibitions, and other like activities that involve the assembly of persons within a
portion of the building located at 166 Symphony Way, which is legally described herein and is
hereinafter referred to as the “Subject Property”; and
WHEREAS, the Subject Property is located within the CC2 Center City District and such
assembly uses are listed conditional uses within the CC2 district; and
WHEREAS, after due notice in the manner provided by law, the Planning & Zoning
Commission conducted a public hearing concerning said application on February 2, 2015; and
WHEREAS, the Planning & Zoning Commission has submitted its written Findings of
Fact concerning said application; and
WHEREAS, the Community Development Department and the Planning & Zoning
Commission recommend approval of said application, subject to the conditions below; and
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Elgin, Illinois, has reviewed and concurs
with the recommendations of the Community Development Department and the Planning &
Zoning Commission.
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 February 2, 2015, made by the Planning & Zoning Commission, a copy of which is
attached hereto and made a part hereof by reference as Exhibit A.
Section 2. That a conditional use to establish a commercial event space that involves
various assemblies of people within the tenant space at the Subject Property, which is legally
described as follows:
Lot 3 (except the Westerly 32 feet and also except the Southerly 6 feet), reserved Lot No.
47 (except the Easterly 132 feet and except that part lying Westerly of the Easterly line of
the Westerly 32 feet of said Lot 3 extended Northerly) and the Southerly half of the
vacated alley lying Northerly of and adjoining in Phineas J. Kimball’s Jr. Second
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Addition to Elgin, in the City of Elgin, Kane County, Illinois (Property commonly known
as 166 Symphony Way)
be and is hereby granted subject to the following conditions:
1. Substantial conformance with the Development Application and attachments,
submitted by John Haight and Raul Negron, dated received April 18, 2014. In the
event of any conflict between the Development Application and attachments,
including but not limited to that document titled “Conditional Use 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 with the Statement of Purpose and Conformance and
Examples of Floor Plans Layouts, as revised by Doree Haight, on behalf of the
applicants, dated received December 9, 2014.
3. Substantial conformance to the Exterior Egress Stair Project Rendering (Sheet A-
2), prepared by Proffit and Wallen LLC, dated January 21, 2015.
4. Assembly uses permitted by this grant of conditional use include:
Business Dinners, Breakout Sessions, and/or Round-Table Discussions;
Banquets (General);
Baby Showers and/or Bridal Showers;
Baptisms and/or Christenings;
Celebrations, Soirees, Private Parties, such as Anniversaries, Birthdays,
and/or Bar and Bat Mitzvahs);
Conferences, Conventions, and/or Seminars;
Colloquiums;
Consumer Shows, Trade Shows, Trunk Shows, and Fashion Shows;
Corporate and/or Non-profit Events;
Design and Creative Workshops, such as Calligraphy, Art, Pottery, and/or
Painting Classes;
Exhibitions, including but not limited to Art Shows;
Expositions;
Fairs and/or Festivals;
Fundraisers;
Galas;
Gallery Displays, including but not limited to works of art, either
temporary or permanent;
Live Performances, Readings, and/or Plays;
Meetings, including but not limited to Board, Business, Public and/or
Shareholders Meetings;
Mind and Body Classes and Sessions, including but not limited to
Meditation and/or Yoga;
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Networking Events;
Plenary or General Sessions;
Political Events;
Press Conferences;
Product Launch Events;
Receptions;
Retreats and Team Building Events;
Social Events;
Symposiums;
Weddings Ceremonies & Receptions, including but not limited to
traditional weddings, elopements, and/or civil unions;
Wine and/or Food Tastings; and
Other like assemblies of people.
5. Any event of an above assembly use may be catered, with food preparation and
service provided either by the applicant or from an off-site establishment, subject
to compliance with applicable health and sanitation codes, ordinances, rules, and
regulations. Similarly, any event of an above assembly use may include the
incidental service of alcohol, with such service provided either by the applicant or
from an off-site establishment, subject to compliance with applicable health,
sanitation, and liquor codes, ordinances, rules, and regulations. Finally, any event
of an above assembly use may include the incidental playing of amplified live or
recorded music, subject to compliance with applicable noise codes, ordinances,
rules, and regulations.
6. The above assembly uses are authorized for only the indoor tenant space
described within the associated application for conditional use. However, said
uses may be established on the Subject Property outside the building as an
authorized permitted use, provided the specific event is established and operates
in compliance with the temporary use provisions of Section 19.90.015, and the
applicant is subject to all such provisions including but not limited to the number
and duration and requirement for a separate permit for each outdoors event.
7. All graphics must meet the requirements of Chapter 19.50 Street Graphics of the
Elgin Municipal Code.
8. Compliance with all applicable codes and ordinances.
Section 3. 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 4. 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: March 18, 2015
Passed: March 18, 2015
Vote: Yeas: 9 Nays: 0
Recorded: March 18, 2015
Published: March 20, 2015
Attest:
s/ Kimberly Dewis
Kimberly Dewis, City Clerk
ORDINANCE G6-15 PASSED AMENDING TITLE 17 "DEVELOPMENT IMPACT
FEES", TITLE 18 "SUBDIVISIONS", TITLE 19 "ZONING ORDINANCE S1-15
PASSED", TITLE 20 "HISTORIC PRESERVATION" AND TITLE 22 "SANITARY
SEWER REIMBURSEMENT" OF THE ELGIN MUNICIPAL CODE, 1976, AS
AMENDED
Councilmember Dunne made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Martinez, to pass the
following ordinance. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Dunne, Gavin, Martinez,
Powell, Prigge, Rauschenberger, Shaw, Steffen, and Mayor Kaptain. Nays: None.
Ordinance No. G6-15
AN ORDINANCE
AMENDING TITLE 17 “DEVELOPMENT IMPACT FEES”, TITLE 18 “SUBDIVISIONS”,
TITLE 19 “ZONING ORDINANCE”, TITLE 20 “HISTORIC PRESERVATION” AND
TITLE 22 “SANITARY SEWER REIMBURSEMENT” OF THE
ELGIN MUNICIPAL CODE, 1976, AS AMENDED
WHEREAS, the development administrator for the City of Elgin filed a written
application for an amendment to the text of Title 19 of the Elgin Municipal Code, 1976, as
amended, entitled “Zoning Ordinance” to correct various minor issues; and
WHEREAS, that application for text amendment was assigned Petition No. 01-15; and
WHEREAS, the Planning and Zoning Commission of the City of Elgin held a public
hearing on February 2, 2015 and considered Petition No. 01-15; and
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WHEREAS, the Community Development Department of the City of Elgin and the
Planning and Zoning Commission have submitted their Findings of Fact regarding Petition No.
01-15; and
WHEREAS, the Community Development Department and the Planning and Zoning
Commission recommended approval of Petition No. 01-15; and
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Elgin, Illinois, has reviewed the findings and
recommendations of the Community Development Department and the Planning and Zoning
Commission; and
WHEREAS, other titles of the Elgin Municipal Code, 1976, as amended, including but
not limited to Title 17 “Development Impact Fees,” Title 18 “Subdivisions,” Title 20 “Historic
Preservation,” and Title 22 “Sanitary Sewer Reimbursement,” require similar amendments only
to correct similar minor issues as those identified by the development administrator within Title
19 “Zoning Ordinance;” 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
WHEREAS, development impact fees, subdivisions, zoning, historic preservation, and
sanitary sewer reimbursement, including but not limited to this ordinance amending the
associated text of the Elgin Municipal Code, 1976, as amended, pertain to the government and
affairs of the city.
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 February 2, 2015, and the recommendations made by the Community Development
Department and the Planning and Zoning Commission, a copy of which is attached hereto and
made a part hereof by reference as Exhibit A.
Section 2. That Section 17.03.010 A. of the Elgin Municipal Code, 1976, as
amended, entitled "General Procedures for Development Impact Fees; Calculation of
Development Impact Fees" be and is hereby further amended to read as follows:
“A. Calculation of Impact Fees: Development impact fees established pursuant to this
Title shall be calculated by the community development department.”
Section 3. That Section 18.16.030 H. of the Elgin Municipal Code, 1976, as
amended, entitled “Subdivision or Planned Unit Development Design Features; H.” be and is
hereby further amended to read as follows:
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“H. Impact assessments as may be required by the community development department
in order to adequately evaluate the effect of the proposed development on the environment and
existing community facilities and surrounding land uses, existing and proposed. A wetlands
assessment report shall be required. A traffic impact analysis may be required by the engineering
division of the department of public works and shall contain components as described in the
institute of traffic engineers publication, transportation and land development;”
Section 4. That Section 18.24.030 of the Elgin Municipal Code, 1976, as amended,
entitled “Pathways” be and is hereby further amended to read as follows:
“Pedestrian pathways shall have a right of way width of at least ten feet (10') and a paved
surface of at least six feet (6') with appropriate landscaping and screening alongside boundary
lines as determined by the community development department.”
Section 5. That Section 19.07.600 A. of the Elgin Municipal Code, 1976, as
amended, entitled "Official Zoning District Map; Incorporation" be and is hereby further
amended to read as follows:
“A. Incorporation: The location and boundaries of the zoning districts established by this
Chapter are set forth in the Official Zoning District Map, dated August 2, 1992, as may be
amended from time to time, which is incorporated herein and hereby made a part of this Chapter
and Title. The Map shall be published as provided by law as a part of this Title, as though fully
set forth and described herein. The map shall be filed with the office of the City Clerk and
certified copies shall be made available for public purchase and inspection in the community
development department during standard business hours.”
Section 6. That Section 19.12.600 D. of the Elgin Municipal Code, 1976, as
amended, entitled "Obstructions in Yards; Street Yards" be and is hereby further amended to add
new subsections D. 15 and D. 16 as follows and renumber the subsequent subsections
accordingly:
“15. Parking Facilities: Equipment for the storage of shopping carts when such
equipment is “accessory” [SR] to a “principal use” [SR], subject to the provision for land use of
the zoning district in which it is located.
16. Parking Facilities: Equipment for the charging of electric vehicles when such
equipment is located in conjunction with a lawfully established “parking garage” [SR], “parking
lot” [SR], or “parking structure” [SR].”
Section 7. That Section 19.15.520 J. of the Elgin Municipal Code, 1976, as amended,
entitled "Land Use; Retail Trade Division" be and is hereby further amended to read as follows:
“J. Retail trade division:
Automotive dealers, not elsewhere classified (5599).
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Boat dealers (5551).
Firearm sales (5941).
Mobile home dealers (52).
Motor vehicle dealers (new and used), except when located on a zoning lot [SR] either
containing four (4) or more acres or fronting on Route 19/East Chicago Street between
Willard Avenue on the west and Shales Parkway on the east (5511).
Motor vehicle dealers (used only), except when located on a zoning lot [SR] either
containing four (4) or more acres or fronting on Route 19/East Chicago Street between
Willard Avenue on the west and Shales Parkway on the east (5521).”
Section 8. That Section 19.47.090 of the Elgin Municipal Code, 1976, as amended,
entitled "Required Number of Loading Berths" be and is hereby further amended to read as
follows:
“The required number of off-street loading berths shall be provided for all land uses as
listed in Section 19.47.100 of this Chapter prior to the issuance of an occupancy permit,
except those land uses located within the CC1 center city district and CC2 center city
district shall not be required to provide off-street loading berths. Where there is more
than one use as listed in the table located on any land or within any building, the required
number of off-street loading berths shall be provided for each use.”
Section 9. That Section 19.55.040 A. of the Elgin Municipal Code, 1976, as
amended, entitled "Required Documents; Application Form" be and is hereby further amended to
read as follows:
“A. Application Form: Applications shall be made on forms provided by the community
development department.”
Section 10. That Section 19.55.060 of the Elgin Municipal Code, 1976, as amended,
entitled "Procedures" be and is hereby further amended to read as follows:
“A. Development Administrator: The applicant shall submit one copy of the required
documents with the required fees to the development administrator. The development
administrator shall review the application, publish notice of the public hearing date as provided
by statute, and forward the application, and the written findings and recommendations of the
community development department to the planning and zoning commission.
B. Planning and Zoning Commission: The planning and zoning commission shall hold a
public hearing pertaining to the application of which there shall be taken an accurate verbatim
account in transcript form. The development administrator shall forward the application, the
written findings and recommendations of the community development department, the written
findings and recommendations of the planning and zoning commission, and the transcript of the
public hearing to the city council.
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C. City Council: The city council may pass an ordinance amending the text of this title or
amending the districts of the official zoning map established by this title, as is appropriate. If city
council does not approve the application as described within this subsection C of Chapter
19.55.060 within twelve (12) months of the close of the public hearing, the application shall be
considered denied.”
Section 11. That Section 19.60.080 of the Elgin Municipal Code, 1976, as amended,
entitled "Site Design Regulations" be and is hereby further amended to read as follows:
“The site design regulations for planned developments are established as minimum
requirements. The city council may require additional conditions, restrictions, maximums, or
minimums on the impact, location, design, construction, and operation of a planned
development, exceeding such minimum requirements, as may be necessary to promote the
purpose and intent of this title and chapter. The city council may also upon consideration of the
standards as set forth in this chapter approve departures from the site design regulations provided
for in this section and the other standards, regulations, requirements and procedures of this title
and chapter as may be deemed necessary to promote the purpose and intent of this title and
chapter. Subject to the foregoing, the site design regulations for a planned development district
shall be the site design regulations provided for in the most similar zoning district which is not a
planned development district (e.g., a PSFR2 planned single-family residence district shall have
the site design regulations as provided for in the SFR2 single-family residence district).”
Section 12. That Section 19.60.150 of the Elgin Municipal Code, 1976, as amended,
entitled "Concept Plan Requirements" be and is hereby deleted in its entirety.
Section 13. That Section 19.60.160 A. of the Elgin Municipal Code, 1976, as
amended, entitled "Development Plan Requirements; Application Forms" be and is hereby
further amended to read as follows:
“A. Application Forms: Applications shall be made on forms provided by the community
development department.”
Section 14. That Section 19.60.180 of the Elgin Municipal Code, 1976, as amended,
entitled "Procedures" be and is hereby further amended to read as follows:
“A. Development Administrator: The applicant shall submit one (1) copy of the required
documents and plans for a development plan with the required fees to the development
administrator. The development administrator shall review the application, publish notice of the
public hearing date as provided by statute, and forward the application, and the written findings
and recommendations of the community development department to the planning and zoning
commission.
B. Planning And Zoning Commission: The planning and zoning commission shall hold a
public hearing pertaining to the application of which there shall be taken an accurate verbatim
account in transcript form. The development administrator shall forward the application, the
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written findings and recommendations of the community development department, the written
findings and recommendations of the planning and zoning commission, and the transcript of the
public hearing to the city council. The applicant shall submit additional copies of the
development plan as required by the development administrator.
C. City Council: The city council may pass an ordinance amending the official zoning
map classifying the property described in the application within a planned zoning district, or the
city council may pass an ordinance granting a conditional use for a planned development, as is
appropriate. If city council does not approve the application as described within this subsection C
of Chapter 19.60.180 within twelve (12) months of the close of the public hearing, the
application shall be considered denied.”
Section 15. That Section 19.65.040 A. of the Elgin Municipal Code, 1976, as
amended, entitled "Required Documents; Application Form" be and is hereby further amended to
read as follows:
“A. Application Form: Applications shall be made on forms provided by the community
development department.”
Section 16. That Section 19.65.060 of the Elgin Municipal Code, 1976, as amended,
entitled "Procedures " be and is hereby further amended to read as follows:
“A. Development Administrator: The applicant shall submit one (1) copy of the required
documents with the required fees to the development administrator. The development
administrator shall review the application, publish notice of the public hearing date as provided
by statute, and forward the application, and the written findings and recommendations of the
community development department to the planning and zoning commission.
B. Planning And Zoning Commission: The planning and zoning commission shall hold a
public hearing pertaining to the application of which there shall be taken an accurate verbatim
account in transcript form. The development administrator shall forward the application, the
written findings and recommendations of the community development department, the written
findings and recommendations of the planning and zoning commission, and the transcript of the
public hearing to the city council. The applicant shall submit additional copies of the required
documents as required by the development administrator.
C. City Council: The city council may pass an ordinance granting a conditional use. If
city council does not approve the application as described within this subsection C of Chapter
19.65.060 within twelve (12) months of the close of the public hearing, the application shall be
considered denied.”
Section 17. That Section 19.70.050 A. of the Elgin Municipal Code, 1976, as
amended, entitled "Required Documents; Application Form" be and is hereby further amended to
read as follows:
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“Application Form: Applications shall be made on forms provided by the community
development department.”
Section 18. That Section 19.70.070 of the Elgin Municipal Code, 1976, as amended,
entitled "Procedures" be and is hereby further amended to read as follows:
“A. Development Administrator: The applicant shall submit one (1) copy of the required
documents with the required fees to the development administrator. The development
administrator shall review the application, publish notice of the public hearing date as provided
by statute, and forward the application, and the written findings and recommendations of the
community development department to the planning and zoning commission. The applicant shall
submit additional copies of the required documents as required by the development
administrator.
B. Planning And Zoning Commission: The planning and zoning commission shall hold a
public hearing pertaining to the application of which there shall be taken an accurate verbatim
account in transcript form. The planning and zoning commission may grant the variation. If the
planning and zoning commission does not approve the application as described within thi s
subsection B of Chapter 19.70.070 within twelve (12) months of the close of the public hearing,
the application shall be considered denied.”
Section 19. That Section 19.75.060 of the Elgin Municipal Code, 1976, as amended,
entitled "Procedures" be and is hereby further amended to read as follows:
“A. Development Administrator: The appellant shall submit one (1) copy of the required
documents to the development administrator within forty five (45) days from the date of the
requirement, determination, or interpretation by the city engineer or the requirement by the code
enforcement officer being appealed. The receipt of a complete application for an appeal shall
stay all proceedings in furtherance of the action appealed unless the development administrator
determines that the stay poses an imminent peril to life or property. The development
administrator may affirm, reverse, or modify a requirement or a determination by the city
engineer or by the code enforcement officer. The development administrator shall forward his
written findings and decision to the appellant within ten (10) working days of the receipt of a
complete application.
B. Planning and Zoning Commission: The appellant shall submit one (1) copy of the
required documents with the required fees to the development administrator within forty five
(45) days from the date of the interpretation or determination by the development administrator
being appealed. The receipt of a complete application for an appeal shall stay all proceedings in
furtherance of the action appealed unless the development administrator determines that the stay
poses an imminent peril to life or property. The development administrator shall forward the
application, and the written findings and decision of the development administrator to the
planning and zoning commission. The planning and zoning commission shall hold a public
meeting pertaining to the application. At the public meeting, the planning and zoning
commission shall decide the appeal based on the written evidence submitted by the development
administrator and the appellant. Additional evidence or testimony shall be given only at the
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request of the planning and zoning commission. The planning and zoning commission may
affirm, reverse, or modify the decision of the development administrator. If the planning and
zoning commission does not approve the application as described within this subsection B of
Chapter 19.75.060 within twelve (12) months of the date of the public meeting, the application
shall be considered denied.
C. City Council: The appellant shall submit one (1) copy of the required documents with
the required fees to the development administrator within forty five (45) days from the date of
the interpretation or determination by the planning and zoning commission being appealed. The
receipt of a complete application for an appeal shall stay all proceedings in furtherance of the
action appealed unless the development administrator determines that the stay poses an imminent
peril to life or property. The development administrator shall forward the application, and the
written findings and decision of the development administrator and of the planning and zoning
commission to the city council. The city council shall hold a public meeting pertaining to the
application. At the public meeting, the city council shall decide the appeal based on the written
evidence submitted by the development administrator and the appellant. Additional evidence or
testimony shall be given only at the request of the city council. The city council may affirm,
reverse, or modify the decision of the planning and zoning commission. The decision of the city
council shall be final. If the city council does not approve the application as described within this
subsection C of Chapter 19.75.060 within twelve (12) months of the date of the public meeting,
the application shall be considered denied.”
Section 20. That Section 19.82.060 B. of the Elgin Municipal Code, 1976, as
amended, entitled "Procedures; B." be and is hereby further amended to read as follows:
“B. The applicant shall post a one hundred thirty five dollar ($135.00) cash deposit with
the community development department for the return of each required public hearing
notification sign. The cash deposit shall be processed for a refund to the applicant on the return
of each sign. In the event that the sign is not returned to the community development department
within ten (10) days following the conclusion of the hearing for which the sign was posted, the
one hundred thirty five dollar ($135.00) cash deposit shall be forfeited and applied to the cost of
the replacement of the sign.”
Section 21. That Section 20.08.052 B. of the Elgin Municipal Code, 1976, as
amended, entitled "Notification Signs for Public Hearing; B." be and is hereby further amended
to read as follows:
“B. The applicant shall post a one hundred thirty five dollar ($135.00) cash deposit with
the community development department for the return of each required public hearing
notification sign. The cash deposit shall be processed for a refund to the applicant on the return
of each sign. In the event that the sign is not returned to the community development department
within ten (10) days following the conclusion of the hearing for which the sign was posted, the
one hundred thirty five dollar ($135.00) cash deposit shall be forfeited and applied to the cost of
the replacement of the sign.”
Section 22. That Section 22.02.050 of the Elgin Municipal Code, 1976, as amended,
entitled "Requirement" be and is hereby further amended to read as follows:
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“No "building permit" as herein defined shall be issued for a nonexempt development
unless the applicant therefor has paid the sanitary sewer reimbursement imposed by and
calculated pursuant to this title. Prior to or concurrent with issuance of a building permit,
approval of a site plan, approval of a final plat of subdivision, or approval of a final plat of a
planned development, the community development department shall calculate the interceptor
sanitary sewer reimbursement.
An amendment to an approved site plan, final plat of subdivision, final plat of planned
development, or an annexation agreement shall require compliance with this title to the extent
that such amendment results in the calculation of a revised sanitary sewer reimbursement.”
Section 23. That Section 22.06.010 B. of the Elgin Municipal Code, 1976, as
amended, entitled "General Procedures; Calculation Of Interceptor Sanitary Sewer
Reimbursement" be and is hereby further amended to read as follows:
“B. Calculation Of Interceptor Sanitary Sewer Reimbursements: Interceptor sanitary
sewer reimbursements established pursuant to this title shall be calculated by the community
development department.”
Section 24. That Section 22.06.010 D. of the Elgin Municipal Code, 1976, as
amended, entitled "General Procedures; Collection Of Private Interceptor Sanitary Sewer
Reimbursements" be and is hereby further amended to read as follows:
“D. Collection Of Private Interceptor Sanitary Sewer Reimbursements: Private
interceptor sanitary sewer reimbursements calculated and due pursuant to this title shall be
collected by the owner. The owner of property for which an interceptor sanitary sewer
reimbursement ordinance has been approved shall record such ordinance, shall obtain
reimbursement data from the community development department, and shall issue a certificate of
payment in the form provided by the city upon the payment of reimbursement from the owner of
a benefited property.”
Section 25. That Section 19.90.015 of the Elgin Municipal Code, 1976, as amended,
entitled "Definitions and Regulations; Residential Occupations, Conditional" be and is hereby
further amended to read as follows:
“RESIDENTIAL OCCUPATIONS, CONDITIONAL: A "business" [SR] which is
"accessory" [SR] to a "dwelling unit" [SR]. Conditional residential occupations shall be
subject to the provisions of chapter 19.65 of this title. The planning and zoning
commission may recommend and the city council may require such conditions and
restrictions on the impact, location, design, construction, and operation of the conditional
residential occupation as may be deemed necessary to promote the purpose and intent of
this title. Conditional residential occupations shall be subject to the following
supplementary regulations:
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A. Operation; Generally: The operation of a conditional residential occupation shall be
limited to the persons residing in the dwelling unit plus one additional employee or
subcontractor, working on the premises, who is not a resident.
B. Use Of Land And Structures: All conditional residential occupations shall be
conducted wholly within an "enclosed building" [SR].
Conditional residential occupations may utilize specialized processes and equipment in
the performance of the residential occupation, which require building, HVAC, plumbing,
or electrical installations which are not customarily found within a dwelling unit.
However, no conditional residential occupation shall utilize any process or equipment
with any potential for a life/safety hazard, as may be determined by the code official.
The floor area of the conditional residential occupation within the principal building shall
be limited to thirty percent (30%) of the "residential floor area" [SR]. Residential
occupations which exceed ten percent (10%) of the "fire area" shall be subject to the
provisions for "accessory areas" of title 16 of this code, as may be amended.
No merchandise shall be stored on the premises, except such that can be produced on the
premises. Other merchandise may be kept on the premises temporarily while waiting to
be distributed to the consumer. No merchandise, goods, supplies, equipment, or materials
shall be displayed or stored outdoors.
C. Prohibited Alterations: No alterations, exterior or interior of structures, temporary or
permanent, that change the essential residential character of the land or structures of a
"zoning lot" [SR] with a conditional residential occupation shall be allowed, including,
but not limited to, additional entrances and exits, additional bathrooms, accessible
doorways and ramps, etc. No signs other than those allowed in residence districts and in
residence conservation districts by chapter 19.50 of this title shall be allowed on a zoning
lot with a conditional residential occupation.
D. Traffic And Parking: No merchandise, goods, supplies, or materials associated with a
conditional residential occupation shall be received or delivered on a zoning lot with a
conditional residential occupation unless conducted entirely by U.S. postal service,
similar parcel delivery service, or private passenger motor vehicle.
No dwelling unit with a conditional residential occupation shall generate more demand
for off street parking than exists on the zoning lot or in excess of the number of off street
parking stalls that may be assigned to a dwelling unit.
No more than ten (10) persons shall be allowed to visit the premises of a dwelling unit
with a conditional residential occupation for the purpose of conducting business each
day. Such visitations shall be limited to Monday through Saturday from the hours of eight
o'clock (8:00) A.M. to six o'clock (6:00) P.M., and Sunday from the hours of twelve
o'clock (12:00) noon to five o'clock (5:00) P.M.
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E. Public Nuisance: No conditional residential occupation shall be operated in such a
manner as to cause a public nuisance including, but not limited to, interference with
broadcast radio and television reception; offensive noise, vibration, smoke, dust, heat,
glare, or odor; excessive pedestrian or vehicular traffic; or aesthetic problems.
F. Prohibited Conditional Residential Occupations: No conditional residential occupation
shall involve the detailing, servicing, or repairing of motor vehicles. No conditional
residential occupation shall involve the grooming, treatment, boarding, or propagation of
animals, poultry, or livestock. No conditional residential occupation shall involve the
handling or preparation of food, except as may be allowed by the cottage food operation
provisions of the state of Illinois food handling regulation enforcement act2. With the
exception of certified massage therapists, which shall be regulated as a conditional
residential occupation, and with the exception of "home child daycare services" [SR],
which are regulated otherwise, no conditional residential occupation shall involve the
personal or medical care or treatment of persons. Certified massage therapists are further
regulated by title 6 of this code. "Home child daycare services" [SR] are regulated
separately from the provisions of this section.
G. Certificate Of Occupancy And Compliance: Conditional residential occupations shall
obtain a certificate of occupancy and compliance from the code administration
department prior to starting the conditional residential occupation.”
Section 26. That all ordinances or parts of ordinances in conflict with the provisions of
this ordinance be and are hereby repealed to the extent of any such conflict.
Section 27. That this ordinance shall be in full force and effect upon its passage and
publication in the manner provided by law.
s/ David J. Kaptain
David J. Kaptain, Mayor
Presented: March 18, 2015
Passed: March 18, 2015
Vote: Yeas: 9 Nays: 0
Recorded: March 18, 2015
Published: March 20, 2015
Attest:
s/ Kimberly Dewis
Kimberly Dewis, City Clerk
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ORDINANCE S1-15 PASSED ADOPTING AND PUBLISHING AN OFFICIAL ZONING
MAP
Councilmember Dunne made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Martinez, to pass the
following ordinance. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Dunne, Gavin, Martinez,
Powell, Prigge, Rauschenberger, Shaw, Steffen, and Mayor Kaptain. Nays: None.
Ordinance No. S1-15
AN ORDINANCE
ADOPTING AND PUBLISHING AN OFFICIAL ZONING MAP
WHEREAS, 65 ILCS 5/11-13-19 provides that the corporate authorities shall cause to be
published each year a map clearly showing the existing zoning uses, divisions, restrictions,
regulations and classifications of a municipality.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF ELGIN, ILLINOIS:
Section 1. That the map attached hereto as Exhibit 1 entitled "City of Elgin 2015
Official Zoning Map" dated March 18, 2015 be and is hereby adopted as the official zoning map
for the City of Elgin, Illinois.
Section 2. That the city's department of planning and neighborhood services is hereby
directed to cause the publication of the City of Elgin's official zoning map.
Section 3. That the following fees are hereby established to be charged to any person
desiring a copy of such official zoning map or portions thereof to defray the cost of publication
of the official zoning map: The city-wide map - $55.00 and each quadrant map - $25.00.
Section 4. That all ordinances or parts of ordinances in conflict with the provisions of
this ordinance be and are hereby repealed to the extent of any such conflict.
Section 5. That this ordinance shall be in full force and effect upon its passage and
publication in the manner provided by law.
s/ David J. Kaptain
David J. Kaptain, Mayor
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Presented: March 18, 2015
Passed: March 18, 2015
Vote: Yeas: 9 Nays: 0
Recorded: March 18, 2015
Published: March 20, 2015
Attest:
s/ Kimberly Dewis
Kimberly Dewis, City Clerk
REPORTS/MINUTES RECEIVED AND ORDERED PLACED ON FILE
Councilmember Dunne made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Shaw, to place the
following reports and minutes on file. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Dunne,
Gavin, Martinez, Powell, Prigge, Rauschenberger, Shaw, Steffen, and Mayor Kaptain. Nays:
None.
Bicycle & Pedestrian Advisory Committee February 3, 2015
Building Commission May 21, 2014 and February 18 and 25, 2015
Emergency Telephone System Board January 15, 2015
Hemmens Cultural Center Advisory Task Force February 3, 2015
Heritage Commission February 3,2015
Planning and Zoning Commission January 5, 2015
Strategic Plan Commission January 27, 2015
Committee of the Whole Minutes for February 11, 2015
City Council Minutes for February 11, 2015
Sales Tax
Local Sales Tax
State Income Tax
State Use Tax
Telecommunications Tax
Electricity Tax
Alcoholic Tax Revenue
Disbursement Report
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Mayor Kaptain made announcements regarding forthcoming meetings.
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ADJOURNMENT
Councilmember Gavin made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Steffen, to adjourn the
meeting. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Dunne, Gavin, Martinez, Powell,
Prigge, Rauschenberger, Shaw, Steffen, and Mayor Kaptain. Nays: None.
The meeting adjourned at 8:01 p.m.
s/ Kimberly Dewis April 8, 2015
Kimberly Dewis, City Clerk Date Approved