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Home My WebLink Aboutn - August 12, 2015 CC VOLUME LXXX AUGUST 12, 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 August 12, 2015, in the Council Chambers. The meeting was called to order by Mayor Kaptain at 7:00 p.m. The Invocation was given by Pastor Gabriel Barden from the Seventh Day Adventist Church and the Pledge of Allegiance was led by the Veterans present. ROLL CALL Roll call was answered by Councilmembers Dunne, Gavin, Martinez, Powell, Prigge, Rauschenberger, Shaw, Steffen, and Mayor Kaptain. Absent: None. MINUTES OF THE JULY 8, 2015, REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING APPROVED AS DISTRIBUTED Councilmember Shaw made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Steffen, to approve the July 8, 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. MINUTES OF THE JULY 18, 2015, SPECIAL COUNCIL MEETING APPROVED AS DISTRIBUTED Councilmember Gavin made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Martinez, to approve the July 18, 2015, Council Meeting Minutes as distributed. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Dunne, Gavin, Martinez, Powell, Prigge, Rauschenberger, Steffen, and Mayor Kaptain. Nays: None. Councilmember Shaw abstained. COMMUNICATIONS Veterans of the Month Presentation George Rawlinson presented the following Veterans of the Month: April, 2015: Eric Echevarria; May, 2015: Johnny Vargas; June, 2015: Melvin Copeland. RECOGNIZE PERSONS PRESENT Deirdre White, Downton Neighborhood Association, announced the 4th of July Parade float winners: Open Float Category: People Who Make Patriotic Floats; Business Float Category: Symonds-Madison Funeral Home; Kids Float Category: St. John's Lutheran School and Church. She also thanked all of the volunteers and sponsors for their efforts in making the parade a successful event. Elizabeth Slover asked the city council to consider making further changes to the dangerous dog ordinance. BID 15-032 AWARDED TO COPENHAVER CONSTRUCTION FOR 2015 CENTRAL BUSINESS DISTRICT HIGHLAND AND CHICAGO IMPROVEMENTS There was discussion regarding the materials used, parking spot changes, the number of bids received and where the bid was advertised. Councilmember Steffen made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Shaw, to award the 2015 Central Business District Improvement Project to Copenhaver Construction in the amount of $3,613,127 to improve the city’s infrastructure with improvements to two bridges, pavements and sidewalks. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Dunne, Gavin, Martinez, Powell, Prigge, Rauschenberger, Shaw, Steffen, and Mayor Kaptain. Nays: None. BID 15-037 AWARDED TO SKC CONSTRUCTION FOR SEALCOATING AND RESTRIPING FOR TWO AREAS OF PARKING LOTS AT THE CITY HALL FACILITY There was discussion regarding the number of bids and where the bid was advertised. Councilmember Gavin made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Martinez, to award a contract to SKC Construction in the amount of $27,375 for crack sealing and sealcoating services. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Dunne, Gavin, Martinez, Powell, Prigge, Rauschenberger, Shaw, Steffen, and Mayor Kaptain. Nays: None. PETITION 11-15 APPROVED FOR THE PROPERTY AT 300 WILLARD AVENUE; APPLICATION BY VIRGINIA ROTH, AGENT FOR SURESITE CONSULTING ON BEHALF OF AMERICAN TOWER CORPORATION AND T-MOBILE, REQUESTING CONDITIONAL USE APPROVAL TO INSTALL A COMMERCIAL ANTENNA TOWER IN THE CI COMMERCIAL INDUSTRIAL DISTRICT Marc Mylott, Community Development Director, provided an overview of Petition 11-15 noting that the Planning and Zoning Commission and staff are recommending approval subject to conditions. Councilmember Powell made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Shaw, to approve Petition 11-15 subject to conditions. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Dunne, Gavin, Martinez, Powell, Prigge, Rauschenberger, Shaw, Steffen, and Mayor Kaptain. Nays: None. ORDINANCE G32-15 PASSED AMENDING THE LIST OF ONE-WAY STREETS IN THE CITY OF ELGIN Councilmember Prigge stated his concern about the impact on the neighborhood and local businesses. There was discussion regarding notification and feedback of those impacted by the proposed change. Councilmember Gavin made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Dunne, to pass the following ordinance. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Dunne, Gavin, Martinez, Powell, Rauschenberger, Shaw, Steffen, and Mayor Kaptain. Nays: Councilmember Prigge. Ordinance No. G32-15 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE LIST OF ONE-WAY STREETS IN THE CITY OF ELGIN BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ELGIN, ILLINOIS: Section 1. That Section 11.24.020 of the Elgin Municipal Code, 1976, as amended, entitled "One-Way Streets and Alleys" be and is hereby further amended by adding to the list of one-way streets in the City of Elgin under Section 11.24.020B the following: Lincoln Avenue from Dundee Avenue to Hill Avenue. Section 2. 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 3. 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: August 12, 2015 Passed: August 12, 2015 Vote: Yeas: 8 Nays: 1 Recorded: August 12, 2015 Published: August 14, 2015 Attest: s/ Kimberly Dewis Kimberly Dewis, City Clerk AUTHORIZATION FOR PAYMENT – ELGIN SPORTS COMPLEX LIGHTING Councilmember Shaw made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Steffen, to approve the authorization for payment in the amount of $20,687 to Associated Electrical Contractors to provide safe and properly lit athletic fields at the Elgin Sports Complex. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Dunne, Gavin, Martinez, Powell, Prigge, Rauschenberger, Shaw, Steffen, and Mayor Kaptain. Nays: None. AUTHORIZATION FOR PAYMENT – SHALES PARKWAY SALT DOME CONVEYOR RENTAL Councilmember Powell made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Gavin, to approve the authorization for payment in the amount of $22,750 to Illinois Conveyor Services, Inc., for the rental of a conveyor at the Shales Parkway salt dome. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Dunne, Gavin, Martinez, Powell, Prigge, Rauschenberger, Shaw, Steffen, and Mayor Kaptain. Nays: None. CONSENT AGENDA By unanimous consent, Councilmember Gavin made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Martinez, to pass Ordinance Nos. G30-15, G31-15, and adopt Resolution Nos. 15-104 through 15-113 by omnibus vote. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Dunne, Gavin, Martinez, Powell, Prigge, Rauschenberger, Shaw, Steffen, and Mayor Kaptain. Nays: None. RESOLUTION 15-104 ADOPTED AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF A STATE OF ILLINOIS DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION AGREEMENT WITH THE STATE OF ILLINOIS DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION AND THE NORTHEAST ILLINOIS REGIONAL COMMUTER RAILROAD CORPORATION AND THE COMMUTER RAIL DIVISION OF THE REGIONAL TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY FOR CROSSING WARNING SIGNAL DEVICE IMPROVEMENTS AT MCLEAN BOULEVARD AND BIG TIMBER ROAD 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. 15-104 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF A STATE OF ILLINOIS DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION AGREEMENT WITH THE STATE OF ILLINOIS DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION AND THE NORTHEAST ILLINOIS REGIONAL COMMUTER RAILROAD CORPORATION AND THE COMMUTER RAIL DIVISION OF THE REGIONAL TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY FOR CROSSING WARNING SIGNAL DEVICE IMPROVEMENTS AT McLEAN BOULEVARD AND BIG TIMBER ROAD 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 State of Illinois Department of Transportation Agreement with the State of Illinois Department of Transportation (Section 14-00185-00 TL, Project RRP-4003(352), Job No. C-91-372-14, TIP #09-14-0024)) and the Northeast Illinois Regional Commuter Railroad Corporation and the Commuter Rail Division of the Regional Transportation Authority on behalf of the City of Elgin for crossing warning signal device improvements at McLean Boulevard and Big Timber Road, a copy of which is attached hereto and made a part hereof by reference. s/ David J. Kaptain David J. Kaptain, Mayor Presented: August 12, 2015 Adopted: August 12, 2015 Omnibus Vote: Yeas: 9 Nays: 0 Attest: s/ Kimberly Dewis Kimberly Dewis, City Clerk RESOLUTION 15-105 ADOPTED AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF AN AGREEMENT WITH HAMPTON, LENZINI AND RENWICK, INC. FOR ENGINEERING SERVICES IN CONNECTION WITH THE MCLEAN AND BIG TIMBER ROAD RAILROAD SIGNAL IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT 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. 15-105 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF AN AGREEMENT WITH HAMPTON, LENZINI AND RENWICK, INC. FOR ENGINEERING SERVICES IN CONNECTION WITH THE McLEAN AND BIG TIMBER ROAD RAILROAD SIGNAL IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT 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 an Agreement on behalf of the City of Elgin with Hampton, Lenzini and Renwick, Inc. for engineering services in connection with the McLean and Big Timber Road Railroad Signal Improvements Project, a copy of which is attached hereto and made a part hereof by reference. s/ David J. Kaptain David J. Kaptain, Mayor Presented: August 12, 2015 Adopted: August 12, 2015 Omnibus Vote: Yeas: 9 Nays: 0 Attest: s/ Kimberly Dewis Kimberly Dewis, City Clerk RESOLUTION 15-106 ADOPTED AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF AN AGREEMENT WITH WEST SIDE TRACTOR SALES CO. FOR TRADE-IN OF NON-FUNCTIONING SURPLUS EQUIPMENT FOR EQUAL PURCHASE CREDIT TOWARDS NEW EQUIPMENT 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. 15-106 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF AN AGREEMENT WITH WEST SIDE TRACTOR SALES CO. FOR TRADE-IN OF NON-FUNCTIONING SURPLUS EQUIPMENT FOR EQUAL PURCHASE CREDIT TOWARDS NEW EQUIPMENT 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 an agreement on behalf of the City of Elgin with West Side Tractor Sales Co. for the trade-in of non-functioning surplus equipment for equal purchase credit towards new equipment, a copy of which is attached hereto and made a part hereof by reference. s/ David J. Kaptain David J. Kaptain, Mayor Presented: August 12, 2015 Adopted: August 12, 2015 Omnibus Vote: Yeas: 9 Nays: 0 Attest: s/ Kimberly Dewis Kimberly Dewis, City Clerk RESOLUTION 15-107 ADOPTED AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF AN AGREEMENT WITH BONNELL INDUSTRIES, INC. FOR TRADE-IN OF NON-FUNCTIONING SURPLUS EQUIPMENT FOR EQUAL PURCHASE CREDIT TOWARDS NEW EQUIPMENT 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. 15-107 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF AN AGREEMENT WITH BONNELL INDUSTRIES, INC. FOR TRADE-IN OF NON-FUNCTIONING SURPLUS EQUIPMENT FOR EQUAL PURCHASE CREDIT TOWARDS NEW EQUIPMENT 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 an agreement on behalf of the City of Elgin with Bonnell Industries, Inc. for the trade-in of non-functioning surplus equipment for equal purchase credit towards new equipment, a copy of which is attached hereto and made a part hereof by reference. s/ David J. Kaptain David J. Kaptain, Mayor Presented: August 12, 2015 Adopted: August 12, 2015 Omnibus Vote: Yeas: 9 Nays: 0 Attest: s/ Kimberly Dewis Kimberly Dewis, City Clerk RESOLUTION 15-108 ADOPTED AUTHORIZING EXECUTION AND ACCEPTANCE OF A PLAT OF EASEMENT FOR WATERMAIN PURPOSES FROM DAVID HUANG AND ACCEPTING FOR OWNERSHIP AND MAINTENANCE CERTAIN PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS (2725 ALFT LANE) 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.15-108 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING EXECUTION AND ACCEPTANCE OF A PLAT OF EASEMENT FOR WATERMAIN PURPOSES FROM DAVID HUANG AND ACCEPTING FOR OWNERSHIP AND MAINTENANCE CERTAIN PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS (2725 Alft Lane) 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 plat of easement for watermain purposes from David Huang for the property legally described on Exhibit A, a copy of which is attached hereto. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the City Clerk is hereby authorized and directed to cause the plat of easement to be recorded in the office of the Recorder of Deeds of Kane County, Illinois. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the City of Elgin hereby accepts for ownership and maintenance the following public improvements and appurtenances thereto located within the easements described in such plat of easement: approximately 947 feet of 8-inch watermain; 12 feet of 6-inch watermain; two, 8-inch valves in 4-foot vaults; and two fire hydrants. s/ David J. Kaptain David J. Kaptain, Mayor Presented: August 12, 2015 Adopted: August 12, 2015 Omnibus Vote: Yeas: 9 Nays: 0 Attest: s/ Kimberly Dewis Kimberly Dewis, City Clerk RESOLUTION 15-109 ADOPTED AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF A PURCHASE OF SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH THE DOWNTOWN NEIGHBORHOOD ASSOCIATION OF ELGIN FOR ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT SERVICES 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. 15-109 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF A PURCHASE OF SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH THE DOWNTOWN NEIGHBORHOOD ASSOCIATION OF ELGIN FOR ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT SERVICES 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 purchase of services agreement on behalf of the City of Elgin with the Downtown Neighborhood Association of Elgin for economic development services, a copy of which is attached hereto and made a part hereof by reference. s/ David J. Kaptain David J. Kaptain, Mayor Presented: August 12, 2015 Adopted: August 12, 2015 Omnibus Vote: Yeas: 9 Nays: 0 Attest: s/ Kimberly Dewis Kimberly Dewis, City Clerk RESOLUTION 15-110 ADOPTED APPROVING FINAL PLAT OF SUBDIVISION FOR BOWES CREEK COUNTRY CLUB, PHASE 4A SUBDIVISION 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. 15-110 RESOLUTION APPROVING FINAL PLAT OF SUBDIVISION FOR BOWES CREEK COUNTRY CLUB, PHASE 4A SUBDIVISION BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ELGIN, ILLINOIS, that it hereby approves the final plat of subdivision prepared by Manhard Consulting, Ltd. dated April 21, 2015, and last revised June 17, 2015, for Bowes Creek Country Club, Phase 4A Subdivision. s/ David J. Kaptain David J. Kaptain, Mayor Presented: August 12, 2015 Adopted: August 12, 2015 Omnibus Vote: Yeas: 9 Nays: 0 Attest: s/ Kimberly Dewis Kimberly Dewis, City Clerk RESOLUTION 15-111 ADOPTED AUTHORIZING EXECUTION AND ACCEPTANCE OF BOWES CREEK COUNTRY CLUB PHASE 4B PLAT OF BLANKET EASEMENT FOR BLANKET UTILITY PURPOSES FROM TOLL BROTHERS 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. 15-111 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING EXECUTION AND ACCEPTANCE OF BOWES CREEK COUNTRY CLUB PHASE 4B PLAT OF BLANKET EASEMENT FOR BLANKET UTILITY PURPOSES FROM TOLL BROTHERS 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 Bowes Creek Country Club Phase 4B plat of blanket easement for blanket utility purposes from Toll Brothers for the property legally described on Exhibit A, a copy of which is attached hereto. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the City Clerk is hereby authorized and directed to cause the plat of blanket easement to be recorded in the office of the Recorder of Deeds of Kane County, Illinois. s/ David J. Kaptain David J. Kaptain, Mayor Presented: August 12, 2015 Adopted: August 12, 2015 Omnibus Vote: Yeas: 9 Nays: 0 Attest: s/ Kimberly Dewis Kimberly Dewis, City Clerk RESOLUTION 15-112 ADOPTED AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF A SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH MOTOROLA SOLUTIONS FOR MAINTENANCE OF INTRADO 911 AND NON-EMERGENCY PHONE SYSTEMS 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. 15-112 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF A SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH MOTOROLA SOLUTIONS FOR MAINTENANCE OF INTRADO 911 AND NON-EMERGENCY PHONE SYSTEMS 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 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 a services agreement on behalf of the City of Elgin with Motorola Solutions for maintenance of Intrado 911 and non-emergency phone systems, a copy of which is attached hereto and made a part hereof by reference. s/ David J. Kaptain David J. Kaptain, Mayor Presented: August 12, 2015 Adopted: August 12, 2015 Omnibus Vote: Yeas: 9 Nays: 0 Attest: s/ Kimberly Dewis Kimberly Dewis, City Clerk ORDINANCE G30-15 PASSED AMENDING THE ELGIN MUNICIPAL CODE BY ADDING TO THE LIST OF STOP INTERSECTIONS (SUMMIT STREET AT SPRING STREET) Councilmember Gavin 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. G30-15 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE ELGIN MUNICIPAL CODE BY ADDING TO THE LIST OF STOP INTERSECTIONS (Summit Street at Spring Street) BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ELGIN, ILLINOIS: Section 1. That Title 11, Chapter 11.32 of the Elgin Municipal Code, 1976, as amended, be and is hereby further amended by adding to the list of stop intersections under Section 11.32.030 the following: Street Direction To Stop For Summit Street North/South Spring Street Section 2. 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 3. That this ordinance shall be in full force and effect ten days after its passage and publication in the manner provided by law. s/ David J. Kaptain David J. Kaptain, Mayor Presented: August 12, 2015 Passed: August 12, 2015 Omnibus Vote: Yeas: 9 Nays: 0 Recorded: August 12, 2015 Published: August 14, 2015 Attest: s/ Kimberly Dewis Kimberly Dewis, City Clerk ORDINANCE G31-15 PASSED AMENDING CHAPTER 20.15 OF THE ELGIN MUNICIPAL CODE, 1976, AS AMENDED, ENTITLED "50/50 HISTORIC/ARCHITECTURAL REHABILITATION GRANT PROGRAM" AND AMENDING CHAPTER 20.16 OF THE ELGIN MUNICIPAL CODE, 1976, AS AMENDED, ENTITLED "75/25 HISTORIC/ARCHITECTURAL REHABILITATION GRANT PROGRAM" Councilmember Gavin 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. G31-15 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 20.15 OF THE ELGIN MUNICIPAL CODE, 1976, AS AMENDED, ENTITLED "50/50 HISTORIC/ARCHITECTURAL REHABILITATION GRANT PROGRAM" AND AMENDING CHAPTER 20.16 OF THE ELGIN MUNICIPAL CODE, 1976, AS AMENDED, ENTITLED "75/25 HISTORIC/ARCHITECTURAL REHABILITATION GRANT PROGRAM" WHEREAS, the City of Elgin has previously established two historic/architectural rehabilitation grant programs known as the 50/50 Historic/Architectural Rehabilitation Grant Program and 75/25 Historic/Architectural Rehabilitation Grant Program; and WHEREAS, given the relative interest in the 50/50 grant program and the lower level of interest in the 75/25 grant program and the resulting administrative difficulties in transferring grant funds between such programs the City Council has determined that it is appropriate to combine funding from the two grant programs into one historic rehabilitation grant fund; 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 affairs; and WHEREAS, regulations relating to historic/architectural rehabilitation grant programs of the City pertain to the City's government and affairs. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ELGIN, ILLINOIS: Section 1. That Chapter 20.15 of the Elgin Municipal Code, 1976, as amended, entitled “50/50 Historic/Architectural Rehabilitation Grant Program” be and is hereby further amended by adding a new section 20.15.080 thereto entitled "Combined Historic/Architectural Rehabilitation Grant Fund" to read as follows: “20.15.080: COMBINED HISTORIC/ARCHITECTURAL REHABILITATION GRANT FUND: Any annual funding which may be provided for the 50/50 Historic/Architectural Rehabilitation Grant Program and the 75/25 Historic/Architectural Rehabilitation Grant Program shall be combined into a single historic/architectural rehabilitation grant fund." Section 2. That Chapter 20.16 of the Elgin Municipal Code, 1976, as amended, entitled "75/25 Historic/Architectural Rehabilitation Grant Program" be and is hereby further amended by amending Section 20.16.080 thereof entitled "Use Of Any Excess Funds" to read as follows: "20.16.080: COMBINED HISTORIC/ARCHITECTURAL REHABILITATION GRANT FUND: Any annual funding which may be provided for the 50/50 Historic/Architectural Rehabilitation Grant Program and the 75/25 Historic/Architectural Rehabilitation Grant Program shall be combined into a single historic/architectural rehabilitation grant fund." Section 3. 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 4. 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: August 12, 2015 Passed: August 12, 2015 Omnibus Vote: Yeas: 9 Nays: 0 Recorded: August 12, 2015 Published: August 14, 2015 Attest: s/ Kimberly Dewis Kimberly Dewis, City Clerk RESOLUTION 15-113 ADOPTED APPROVING A GRANT RECIPIENT ELIGIBILITY LIST UNDER THE 50/50 AND 75/25 HISTORIC ARCHITECTURAL REHABILITATION GRANT PROGRAMS 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. 15-113 RESOLUTION APPROVING A GRANT RECIPIENT ELIGIBILITY LIST UNDER THE 50/50 and 75/25 HISTORIC ARCHITECTURAL REHABILITATION GRANT PROGRAMS WHEREAS, the 50/50 and 75/25 Historic Architectural Rehabilitation Grant Programs have been established to provide financial assistance and incentives for property owners in Elgin's historic districts and individual landmarks in the restoration of their properties; and WHEREAS, in 2015 applications have been made for 11 projects under the city's Historic Architectural Rehabilitation Grant Programs; 10 applications under the 50/50 historic rehabilitation grant program and 1 application under the 75/25 historic rehabilitation grant program; and WHEREAS, pursuant to Ordinance No. G31-15, funding for the 50/50 and 75/25 Historic Architectural Rehabilitation Grant Programs has been combined into one historic rehabilitation grant fund; and WHEREAS, said applications have been submitted to the Elgin Heritage Commission which conducted a review and scored applications based upon objective criteria and forwarded eligibility lists to the City Council which has reviewed and approved the lists. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ELGIN, ILLINOIS, that the sum of $161,181.98 is allocated for the following projects approved under the grant recipient eligibility lists. Owner Address Grant Amount (50/50 Program) Jim and Kelly Langenberg 582 Park Street $ 20,000.00 Will and Maureen Alexander 625 Lillie Street $ 20,000.00 Renate Adams 612 N. Spring Street $ 17,802.50 Tim Ramseyer 211-213 Michigan St. $ 20,000.00 John and Dawn Laskey 711 Douglas Ave. $ 20,000.00 James Stendler/Scott Metlicka 821 Brook Street $ 10,475.00 John Boline 162 College Street $ 7,065.00 Zhixian Guo 305-307 North Street $ 18,138.62 Rosalia and Joaquin Cornejo 372 N. Spring St. $ 8,900.00 Roy and Evelyn Chapman 705 W. Highland Ave. $ 14,000.00 (75/25 Program) Rich Hirschberg 109 Hill Avenue $ 4,800.86 TOTAL $161,181.98 BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the projects shall be in conformance with all applicable codes and ordinances. s/ David J. Kaptain David J. Kaptain, Mayor Presented: August 12, 2015 Adopted: August 12, 2015 Omnibus Vote: Yeas: 9 Nays: 0 Attest: s/ Kimberly Dewis Kimberly Dewis, City Clerk REPORTS/MINUTES RECEIVED AND ORDERED PLACED ON FILE Councilmember Dunne made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Powell, 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 June 2, 2015 Board of Fire & Police Commissioners April 16, 2015 Emergency Telephone System Board June 18, 2015 Fire Pension Fund February 10, March 31 and June 2, 2015 Foreign Fire Insurance Tax Board April 14, 2015 Hemmens Cultural Center Advisory Task Force July 8, 2015 Heritage Commission June 2, 2015 Heritage Commission Design Review April 28 and June 9, 2015 Liquor Commission June 10, 2015 Planning and Zoning Commission June 1, 2015 Committee of the Whole Minutes for June 24, 2015 City Council Minutes for June 24, 2015 Telecommunications Tax Natural Gas Tax Sales Tax Video Gaming Revenue Disbursement Report ANNOUNCEMENTS Mayor Kaptain made announcements regarding forthcoming meetings. ADJOURNMENT Councilmember Shaw made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Steffen, to adjourn and go into the Executive Session for the purpose of discussing the following matters. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Dunne, Gavin, Martinez, Powell, Prigge, Rauschenberger, Shaw, 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 Pending, Probable or Imminent Litigation Against, Affecting, or on Behalf of the Public Body before a Court or Administrative Tribunal - Exempt Under Section 120/2(c)(11) of the Open Meetings Act Establishment of Reserves or Settlement of Claims as Provided in the Local Governmental and Governmental Employees Tort Immunity Act - Exempt Under Section 120/2(c)(12) of the Open Meetings Act Discussion of Minutes of Meetings Lawfully Closed Under This Act - Exempt Under Section 120/2(c)(21) of the Open Meetings Act The meeting adjourned at 7:55 p.m. s/ Kimberly Dewis August 26, 2015 Kimberly Dewis, City Clerk Date Approved