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VOLUME LXXXII JULY 26, 2017
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 July 26, 2017, in
the Council Chambers. The meeting was called to order by Mayor Kaptain at 7:07 p.m. The
Invocation was given by Reverend Carol Book from Bethlehem Lutheran Church and the Pledge
of Allegiance was led by Management Analyst Molly Center.
ROLL CALL
Roll call was answered by Councilmembers Dixon, Dunne, Gavin, Martinez, Powell,
Rauschenberger, Shaw, Steffen, and Mayor Kaptain. Absent: None.
MINUTES OF THE JULY 12, 2017, COUNCIL MEETING APPROVED AS
DISTRIBUTED
Councilmember Gavin made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Martinez, to approve the
July 12, 2017, Council Meeting Minutes as distributed. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas:
Councilmembers Dixon, Dunne, Gavin, Martinez, Shaw, Steffen, and Mayor Kaptain. Nays:
None. Councilmembers Powell and Rauschenberger abstained.
RECOGNIZE PERSONS PRESENT
Eric Larson provided a recap of the Dennis Jurs Memorial Bike Race which was held on July 18,
2017. He thanked all those involved including members from city services and the volunteers.
Armida and Joe Dominguez and Jessica and Jess Mendoza invited residents to attend New Life
Covenant Church’s Hopefest being held on July 29, 2017.
Danise Habun expressed concerns over flooding in her neighborhood and asked if there were
short term solutions to this issue.
Baldemar Lopez stated his support of the Charter school and urged the council to vote in favor of
the proposed lease.
Craig Braun expressed concerns over flooding in her neighborhood and asked for the city’s
assistance in dealing with this issue.
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BID 17-010 AWARDED TO THE FITNESS CONNECTION FOR EASTSIDE
RECREATION CENTER FITNESS EQUIPMENT
Councilmember Dunne made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Gavin, to award a contract
to The Fitness Connection in the total amount of $22,250 for the purchase of commercial grade
fitness equipment to improve the quality of the equipment at the Eastside Recreation Center.
Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Dixon, Dunne, Gavin, Martinez, Powell,
Rauschenberger, Shaw, Steffen, and Mayor Kaptain. Nays: None.
BID 17-033 AWARDED TO ABBEY PAVING & SEALCOATING FOR PARKING LOT
EXPANSION AT JACK E. COOK REGIONAL PARK
There was discussion regarding the paving and sealing materials being used for the parking lot
and the consequences of not using the grant money being used for this project.
Councilmember Gavin made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Martinez, to award the
contract to Abbey Paving & Sealcoating in the total amount of $225,665 to expand the parking
lot at Jack E. Cook Regional Park to accommodate the use of the soccer fields. Upon a roll call
vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Dixon, Dunne, Gavin, Martinez, Powell, Rauschenberger, Shaw,
Steffen, and Mayor Kaptain. Nays: None.
BID 17-034 AWARDED TO CURRAN CONTRACTING COMPANY FOR TRAFFIC
SIGNAL INSTALLATION AT GALVIN DRIVE AND ROUTE 72
Councilmember Steffen made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Gavin, to award a contract
to Curran Contracting Company in the amount of $368,354 for the installation of the traffic
signal at Galvin Drive and Route 72 to enhance the competitiveness of a commercial-industrial
park. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Dixon, Dunne, Gavin, Martinez, Powell,
Rauschenberger, Shaw, Steffen, and Mayor Kaptain. Nays: None.
BID 17-037 AWARDED TO THOMPSON ELEVATOR INSPECTION SERVICE, INC.
FOR CONTRACTUAL ELEVATOR INSPECTION SERVICES
Councilmember Dunne made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Steffen, to award the bid to
Thompson Elevator Inspection Service, Inc. for a three-year term with an option for two, one-
year renewals in the amount of $44,000 per year (neutral cost) to inspect new elevators within
existing and new buildings, provide required semi-annual inspections of existing elevators, and
conduct plan reviews of elevator shop drawings. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers
Dixon, Dunne, Gavin, Martinez, Powell, Rauschenberger, Shaw, Steffen, and Mayor Kaptain.
Nays: None.
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BID 17-038 AWARDED TO SAFE STEP, LLC FOR 2017 NEIGHBORHOOD
SIDEWALK REPAIR PROGRAM
Councilmember Dunne made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Steffen, to award a contract
to Safe Step, LLC in the amount of $95,535 for the 2017 Neighborhood Sidewalk Repair
Program in order to provide even sidewalks for better walking conditions. Upon a roll call vote:
Yeas: Councilmembers Dixon, Dunne, Gavin, Martinez, Powell, Rauschenberger, Shaw, Steffen,
and Mayor Kaptain. Nays: None.
ORDINANCE G35-17 PASSED GRANTING A CONDITIONAL USE FOR A
CONDITIONAL RESIDENTIAL OCCUPATION IN THE RC2 RESIDENCE
CONSERVATION DISTRICT (403 N. ALFRED STREET)
Councilmember Dunne made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Gavin, to pass the
following ordinance. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Dixon, Dunne, Gavin,
Powell, Rauschenberger, Shaw, Steffen, and Mayor Kaptain. Nays: Councilmember Martinez.
Ordinance No. G35-17
AN ORDINANCE GRANTING
A CONDITIONAL USE FOR A CONDITIONAL RESIDENTIAL OCCUPATION
IN THE RC2 RESIDENCE CONSERVATION DISTRICT
(403 N. Alfred Street)
WHEREAS, written application has been made requesting conditional use approval to
establish a conditional residential occupation for a certified massage therapist at 403 N. Alfred
Street; and
WHEREAS, the zoning lot with the building containing the premises at 403 N. Alfred
Street is legally described herein (the “Subject Property”); and
WHEREAS, the Subject Property is located within the RC2 Residence Conservation
District and a conditional residential occupation is classified as a conditional use within the RC2
Residence Conservation District; and
WHEREAS, the Planning and Zoning Commission conducted a public hearing concerning
said application on June 5, 2017 following due notice by publication; and
WHEREAS, the Community Development Department and the Planning and Zoning
Commission have submitted their Findings of Fact concerning said application; and
WHEREAS, the Community Development Department and the Planning and Zoning
Commission recommend approval of said application, subject to the conditions articulated below;
and
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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, 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, zoning, including, but not limited to, this ordinance granting a conditional use
in the RC2 Residence Conservation District pertains 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 June 5, 2017, 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 a conditional use for a conditional residential occupation for a certified
massage therapist is hereby granted for the property commonly known as 403 N. Alfred Street and
commonly identified by Kane County Property Identification Number (PIN) 06-15-228-003, and
legally described as follows:
Lot 20 in First Addition to Funk’s Western Heights in the City of Elgin, Kane
County, Illinois.
Section 3. That the conditional use for the Subject Property as authorized by this
ordinance shall be subject to the following additional conditions:
1. Substantial conformance to the Development Application submitted by Sara Kasper, as
applicant, and Stefanie Uphold, as property owner, received April 21, 2017 and supporting
documents including:
a. Statement of Purpose and Conformance, dated April 20, 2017, received May 9,
2017;
b. Untitled letter from the applicant, dated April 20, 2017, received April 21, 2017;
c. Certificate of Liability Insurance for Sara Kasper from Insurance Plus, dated
December 27, 2016;
d. Plat of Survey, prepared by AES Advanced Engineering & Surveying, dated April
12, 2016; and
e. Untitled floor plan, received April 21, 2017.
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In the event of any conflict between such documents and the terms of this ordinance or
other applicable city ordinances, the terms of this ordinance or other applicable city
ordinances shall supersede and control.
2. No more than five persons shall be allowed to visit the subject property for the purpose of
conducting business each day. Such visitations shall be limited to Monday-Friday 8:00
A.M. to 6:00 P.M. with no hours of operation on Saturday and Sunday.
3. The operation of the conditional residential occupation shall be limited to one licensed
massage therapist residing in the dwelling unit on the premises. No additional employees
or subcontractors are permitted to work on the premises as part of the conditional
residential occupation hereby permitted.
4. Prior to the commencement of operation of the conditional residential occupation, the
licensed massage therapist must obtain a massage therapist permit, and a permit for a
massage therapy establishment from the City’s Public Health Division.
5. The applicant must obtain a Certificate of Occupancy prior to the commencement of
operation of the conditional residential occupation.
6. No alterations, exterior or interior of structures on the property, temporary or permanent,
that change the essential residential character of the land or structures of the zoning lot with
the conditional residential occupation hereby authorized shall be allowed, including, but
not limited to, additional entrances and exits, additional bathrooms, accessible doorways
and ramps.
7. No signs other than those allowed in a residence district by the zoning ordinance shall be
allowed, including, but not limited to, any commercial signage for the purpose of
promoting or advertising the conditional residential occupation on the premises.
8. The existing dwelling unit with the conditional residential occupation hereby authorized
shall not generate more demand for off street parking than what exists and can be
accommodated on the subject property.
9. Compliance with all applicable codes and ordinances.
Section 4. That this ordinance shall be full force and effect upon its passage in the
manner provided by law.
s/ David J. Kaptain
David J. Kaptain, Mayor
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Presented: July 26, 2017
Passed July 26, 2017
Vote: Yeas: 8 Nays: 1
Recorded: July 26, 2017
Published: July 27, 2017
Attest:
s/ Kimberly Dewis
Kimberly Dewis, City Clerk
RESOLUTION 17-94 ADOPTED AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF A LEASE
AGREEMENT WITH ELGIN CHARTER SCHOOL INITIATIVE, ALSO KNOWN AS
ELGIN MATH AND SCIENCE ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL, REGARDING
LEASING A PORTION OF THE FORMER FOX RIVER COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL
PROPERTY COMMONLY KNOWN AS 1600 DUNDEE AVENUE, ELGIN, ILLINOIS
Councilmember Gavin made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Shaw, to remove
Resolution 17-94 from the table for consideration. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers
Dixon, Dunne, Gavin, Martinez, Powell, Rauschenberger, Shaw, and Mayor Kaptain. Nays:
None. Councilmember Steffen abstained.
There was discussion regarding the terms of the lease including building improvements and
subleasing.
Councilmember Dunne made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Gavin, to adopt the
following resolution. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Dixon, Dunne, Gavin,
Martinez, Powell, Rauschenberger, Shaw, and Mayor Kaptain. Nays: None. Councilmember
Steffen abstained.
Resolution No. 17-94
RESOLUTION
AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF A LEASE AGREEMENT
WITH ELGIN CHARTER SCHOOL INITIATIVE, ALSO KNOWN AS ELGIN MATH AND
SCIENCE ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL, REGARDING
LEASING A PORTION OF THE FORMER FOX RIVER COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL
PROPERTY COMMONLY KNOWN AS 1600 DUNDEE AVENUE, ELGIN, ILLINOIS
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ELGIN, ILLINOIS,
that Richard G. Kozal, City Manager, and Kimberly A. Dewis, City Clerk, be and are hereby
authorized and directed to execute a Lease Agreement on behalf of the City of Elgin with the Elgin
Charter School Initiative, also known as the Elgin Math and Science Academy Charter School,
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regarding leasing a portion of the former Fox River Country Day School property commonly
known as 1600 Dundee Avenue, Elgin, Illinois 60120, a copy of which is attached hereto and made
a part hereof by reference.
s/ David J. Kaptain
David J. Kaptain, Mayor
Presented: July 26, 2017
Adopted: July 26, 2017
Vote: Yeas: 8 Nays: 0 Abstain: 1
Attest:
s/ Kimberly Dewis
Kimberly Dewis, City Clerk
CONSENT AGENDA
By unanimous consent, Councilmember Gavin made a motion, seconded by Councilmember
Steffen, to pass Ordinance Nos. G32-17 through G34-17 and adopt Resolution Nos. 17-101
through 17-104 by omnibus vote. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Dixon, Dunne,
Gavin, Martinez, Powell, Rauschenberger, Shaw, Steffen, and Mayor Kaptain. Nays: None.
RESOLUTION 17-101 ADOPTED AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF A COLLECTION
SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH MUNICIPAL COLLECTIONS OF AMERICA, INC.
FOR COLLECTION SERVICES REGARDING UNPAID PARKING AND
ADJUDICATION FINES
Councilmember Gavin made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Steffen, to adopt the
following resolution. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Dixon, Dunne, Gavin,
Martinez, Powell, Rauschenberger, Shaw, Steffen, and Mayor Kaptain. Nays: None.
Resolution No. 17-101
RESOLUTION
AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF A COLLECTION SERVICES AGREEMENT
WITH MUNICIPAL COLLECTIONS OF AMERICA, INC.
FOR COLLECTION SERVICES REGARDING UNPAID
PARKING AND ADJUDICATION FINES
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
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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 Richard G. Kozal, City Manager, and Kimberly A. Dewis, City Clerk, be and are
hereby authorized and directed to execute a collection services agreement on behalf of the City of
Elgin with Municipal Collections of America, Inc. for collection services regarding unpaid parking
and adjudication fines, a copy of which is attached hereto and made a part hereof by reference.
s/ David J. Kaptain
David J. Kaptain, Mayor
Presented: July 26, 2017
Adopted: July 26, 2017
Omnibus Vote: Yeas: 9 Nays: 0
Attest:
s/ Kimberly Dewis
Kimberly Dewis, City Clerk
RESOLUTION 17-102 ADOPTED AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF AN AGREEMENT
BETWEEN THE CITY OF ELGIN AND SCHOOL DISTRICT U-46 PROVIDING FOR
SCHOOL RESOURCE OFFICERS
Councilmember Gavin made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Steffen, to adopt the
following resolution. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Dixon, Dunne, Gavin,
Martinez, Powell, Rauschenberger, Shaw, Steffen, and Mayor Kaptain. Nays: None.
Resolution No. 17-102
RESOLUTION
AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF AN AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF ELGIN
AND SCHOOL DISTRICT U-46 PROVIDING FOR SCHOOL RESOURCE OFFICERS
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ELGIN, ILLINOIS,
that Richard G. Kozal, City Manager, and Kimberly A. Dewis, City Clerk, be and are hereby
authorized and directed to execute on behalf of the City of Elgin an Agreement between the City
of Elgin and School District U-46 providing for school resource officers, 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: July 26, 2017
Adopted: July 26, 2017
Omnibus Vote: Yeas: 9 Nays: 0
Attest:
s/ Kimberly Dewis
Kimberly Dewis, City Clerk
RESOLUTION 17-103 ADOPTED AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF AMENDMENT
AGREEMENT NO. 1 WITH STRAND ASSOCIATES, INC. FOR ENGINEERING
SERVICES IN CONNECTION WITH VARIOUS UTILITY DEPARTMENT PROJECTS
Councilmember Gavin made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Steffen, to adopt the
following resolution. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Dixon, Dunne, Gavin,
Martinez, Powell, Rauschenberger, Shaw, Steffen, and Mayor Kaptain. Nays: None.
Resolution No. 17-103
RESOLUTION
AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF AMENDMENT AGREEMENT NO. 1
WITH STRAND ASSOCIATES, INC. FOR ENGINEERING SERVICES
IN CONNECTION WITH VARIOUS UTILITY DEPARTMENT PROJECTS
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ELGIN, ILLINOIS,
that Richard G. Kozal, City Manager, and Kimberly A. Dewis, City Clerk, be and are hereby
authorized and directed to execute an Amendment Agreement No. 1 on behalf of the City of Elgin
with Strand Associates, Inc. for engineering services in connection with various utility department
projects, a copy of which is attached hereto and made a part hereof by reference.
s/ David J. Kaptain
David J. Kaptain, Mayor
Presented: July 26, 2017
Adopted: July 26, 2017
Omnibus Vote: Yeas: 9 Nays: 0
Attest:
s/ Kimberly Dewis
Kimberly Dewis, City Clerk
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RESOLUTION 17-104 ADOPTED APPROVING SETTLEMENTS OF CERTAIN
CLAIMS
Councilmember Gavin made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Steffen, to adopt the
following resolution. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Dixon, Dunne, Gavin,
Martinez, Powell, Rauschenberger, Shaw, Steffen, and Mayor Kaptain. Nays: None.
Resolution No. 17-104
RESOLUTION
APPROVING SETTLEMENTS OF CERTAIN CLAIMS
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ELGIN, ILLINOIS,
that the proposed settlement of the claim of Sandra Gilson (15 L 545) in the total amount of
$65,000 is approved.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ELGIN,
ILLINOIS, that the proposed settlement of the claims related to James Maloney (508 River Bluff
Road, DOL: 6-6-2016) in the total amount of $26,936.82 is approved.
s/ David J. Kaptain
David J. Kaptain, Mayor
Presented: July 26, 2017
Adopted: July 26, 2017
Omnibus Vote: Yeas: 9 Nays: 0
Attest:
s/ Kimberly Dewis
Kimberly Dewis, City Clerk
ORDINANCE G32-17 PASSED GRANTING A CONDITIONAL USE FOR A PHYSICAL
FITNESS FACILITY IN THE PAB PLANNED AREA BUSINESS DISTRICT AND ARC
ARTERIAL ROAD CORRIDOR OVERLAY DISTRICT (1341B MANOR COURT)
Councilmember Gavin made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Steffen, to pass the
following ordinance. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Dixon, Dunne, Gavin,
Martinez, Powell, Rauschenberger, Shaw, Steffen, and Mayor Kaptain. Nays: None.
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Ordinance No. G32-17
AN ORDINANCE GRANTING
A CONDITIONAL USE FOR A PHYSICAL FITNESS FACILITY
IN THE PAB PLANNED AREA BUSINESS DISTRICT AND ARC ARTERIAL ROAD
CORRIDOR OVERLAY DISTRICT
(1341 B Manor Court)
WHEREAS, written application has been made requesting conditional use approval to
establish a physical fitness facility at 1341 B Manor Court; and
WHEREAS, the zoning lot with the building containing the premises at 1341 B Manor
Court is legally described herein (the “Subject Property”); and
WHEREAS, the Subject Property is located within the PAB Planned Area Business District
and ARC Arterial Road Corridor Overlay District, and a physical fitness facility is listed as a
conditional use within the PAB Planned Area Business District; and
WHEREAS, the Planning and Zoning Commission conducted a public hearing concerning
said application on June 5, 2017 following due notice by publication; and
WHEREAS, the Community Development Department and the Planning and Zoning
Commission have submitted their Findings of Fact concerning said application; and
WHEREAS, the Community Development Department and the Planning and Zoning
Commission recommend approval of said application, subject to the conditions articulated below;
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, 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, zoning, including, but not limited to, this ordinance granting a conditional use
in the PAB Planned Area Business District and ARC Arterial Road Corridor Overlay District
pertains 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 June 5, 2017, 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.
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Section 2. That a conditional use for a physical fitness facility is hereby granted for
the property commonly known as 1341 B Manor Court and commonly identified by Kane County
Property Identification Number (PIN) 06-10-451-019, and legally described as follows:
Lot 2 in Wing Park Manor Addition-Resubmission No. 1 being a subdivision of Lots
1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22 and 23 in
Block 4 of Wing Park Manor Addition (Except that part of Lots 1 and 23 dedicated
for public highway as shown on plat of dedication recorded July 14, 1976 as
Document Number 1370262), in the City of Elgin, Kane County, Illinois.
Section 3. That the conditional use for the Subject Property as authorized by this
ordinance shall be subject to the following additional conditions:
10. Substantial conformance to the Development Application submitted by Nichol Sharp, as
applicant, and Elgin Improvements LLC, as property owner, received April 14, 2017 and
supporting documents including:
a. Undated Conditional Use Statement of Purpose and Conformance, received April
14, 2017;
b. Undated site plan, received April 14, 2014;
c. Undated Floor Plan-Existing, received April 14, 2017;
d. Undated Floor Plan-Proposed, received April 14, 2017;
e. Undated Wing Park Shopping Center plan, received April 14, 2017;
f. ALTA/ACSM Land Title Survey, prepared by Republic National Land Surveyors,
dated February 6, 2014;
g. Master Site Plan, prepared by Jacob & Hefner Associates, Inc., dated January 22,
2010;
h. Landscape Development Plan, prepared by David R. McCallum Associates, Inc.
dated February 12, 2010, last revised April 12, 2010; and
i. Undated two-page Plans for Signs, received April 14, 2017.
11. All street graphics must comply with the zoning ordinance requirements.
12. Compliance with all applicable codes and ordinances.
Section 4. That this ordinance shall be full force and effect upon its passage in the
manner provided by law.
s/ David J. Kaptain
David J. Kaptain, Mayor
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Presented: July 26, 2017
Passed July 26, 2017
Omnibus Vote: Yeas: 9 Nays: 0
Recorded: July 26, 2017
Published: July 27, 2017
Attest:
s/ Kimberly Dewis
Kimberly Dewis, City Clerk
ORDINANCE G33-17 PASSED AMENDING CHAPTER 6.06 OF THE ELGIN
MUNICIPAL CODE, 1976, AS AMENDED, ENTITLED "ALCOHOLIC LIQUOR
DEALERS" TO AMEND THE NUMBER OF CERTAIN AVAILABLE LIQUOR
LICENSE CLASSIFICATIONS AND TO PROVIDE FOR OTHER EDITORIAL
AMENDMENTS
Councilmember Gavin made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Steffen, to pass the
following ordinance. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Dixon, Dunne, Gavin,
Martinez, Powell, Rauschenberger, Shaw, Steffen, and Mayor Kaptain. Nays: None.
Ordinance No. G33-17
AN ORDINANCE
AMENDING CHAPTER 6.06 OF THE ELGIN MUNICIPAL CODE, 1976, AS AMENDED,
ENTITLED “ALCOHOLIC LIQUOR DEALERS” TO AMEND THE NUMBER OF
CERTAIN AVAILABLE LIQUOR LICENSE CLASSIFICATIONS
AND TO PROVIDE FOR OTHER EDITORIAL AMENDMENTS
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF ELGIN, ILLINOIS:
Section 1. That Section 6.06.050 of the Elgin Municipal Code, 1976, as amended,
entitled "Licenses; Number to be Issued:" be and is hereby further amended by amending
subparagraphs J and S thereof to read as follows:
"J. The number of class C licenses shall not exceed six (6) in number.
S. The number of class F-2 licenses shall not exceed two (2) in number."
Section 2. That Sections 6.06.140N, 6.06.58, and 6.06.059 of the Elgin Municipal
Code, 1976, as amended, be and are hereby further amended by deleting the references to the class
U license therein.
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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 upon its passage and publication
in the manner provided by law.
s/ David J. Kaptain
David J. Kaptain, Mayor
Presented: July 26, 2017
Passed July 26, 2017
Omnibus Vote: Yeas: 9 Nays: 0
Recorded: July 26, 2017
Published: July 27, 2017
Attest:
s/ Kimberly Dewis
Kimberly Dewis, City Clerk
ORDINANCE G34-17 PASSED AMENDING CHAPTER 6.06 OF THE ELGIN
MUNICIPAL CODE, 1976, AS AMENDED, ENTITLED "ALCOHOLIC LIQUOR
DEALERS"
Councilmember Gavin made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Steffen, to pass the
following ordinance. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Dixon, Dunne, Gavin,
Martinez, Powell, Rauschenberger, Shaw, Steffen, and Mayor Kaptain. Nays: None.
Ordinance No. G34-17
AN ORDINANCE
AMENDING CHAPTER 6.06 OF THE ELGIN MUNICIPAL CODE, 1976,
AS AMENDED, ENTITLED “ALCOHOLIC LIQUOR DEALERS”
WHEREAS, Section 5/4-1 of the Illinois Liquor Code (235 ILCS 5/4-1) authorizes cities
to determine the number, kind and classification of licenses, for sale at retail of alcoholic liquor,
and to establish such further regulations and restrictions upon the issuance of and operations under
local licenses not inconsistent with law as the public good and convenience may require; and
WHEREAS, the City of Elgin is a home rule unit and pursuant to Article VII, Section 6 of
the Illinois Constitution and may exercise any power and perform any function pertaining to its
government and affairs including, but not limited to, the power to regulate for the protection of the
public health, safety, morals and welfare; and
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WHEREAS, the regulation of alcoholic liquor dealers and the protection of the public
health, safety and welfare and providing for the public good and convenience are subjects within
the city's home rule authority pertaining to the city's government and affairs; and
WHEREAS, the city council finds that it is necessary and desirable to further amend certain
liquor license regulations regarding the sales of single servings of alcoholic beverages; and
WHEREAS, the city council finds that the amendments as provided in this ordinance and
this ordinance are necessary to protect the public health, safety and welfare and are for the public
good and convenience; and
WHEREAS, the amendments as provided in this ordinance and this ordinance are
authorized by law and adopted pursuant to the city's home rule authority.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
ELGIN, ILLINOIS:
Section 1. That the foregoing recitals are incorporated into and made part of this
ordinance, as findings of the city council.
Section 2. That Section 6.06.010 of the Elgin Municipal Code, 1976, as amended,
entitled "Definitions:" be and is hereby further amended by adding to the list of definitions
provided therein the following additional definitions:
"CENTER CITY BUSINESS DISTRICT: That area bounded by the north side of
Kimball Street on the north, the east side of Dundee Avenue and the east side of
Villa Street on the east, the south side of National Street on the south, and the west
side of State Street on the west, including, in all instances, all adjacent properties
on both sides of each boundary street."
"KEG: Containers designed for and capable of holding any beer, ale, or other
beverage made from malt by fermentation to be dispensed from a tapper."
Section 3. That Section 6.06.070 of the Elgin Municipal Code, 1976, as amended,
entitled, "Application; Contents:" be and is hereby further amended by amending Subparagraph C
thereof by adding the following additional subsection 12 thereto:
"12. An e-mail address at which the licensee can receive notices from the city,
including, but not limited to, notices relating to persons to which the sale of
alcoholic liquor is prohibited pursuant to Section 6.06.140K hereof."
Section 4. That Section 6.06.140 of the Elgin Municipal Code, 1976, as amended,
entitled, "Offenses by Licensee:" be and is hereby further amended by amending Subparagraph W
thereof by adding to the existing listing of named low cost/high alcohol content beer and malt
products the following additional products:
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"Black Max, Bud Ice, Ice House, Ice House Edge, Labatt Ice, Labatt Max Ice,
Keystone Tall Boy, Natty Daddy, Three Estrellas, Genesee Ice, Cameo Black and
Camo Silver Ice."
Section 5. That Section 6.06.140 of the Elgin Municipal Code, 1976, as amended,
entitled, "Offenses by Licensee:" be and is hereby further amended by adding the following new
subparagraphs thereto to read as follows:
"CC. Permit in the Center City Business District the sale of any beer or malt
products by the single container, other than kegs, in the original package for off
premises consumption;
DD. Permit in the Center City Business District the sale of any single container of
alcoholic liquor, other than beer, in the original package for off premises
consumption if the volume of the container is less than 25.36 fluid ounces (or
approximately 750 milliliters);
EE. Sell any of the prohibited items in Subparagraphs CC and DD hereof attached
together or repackaged in any method other than originally done by the distributor
or manufacturer."
Section 6. 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 7. 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: July 26, 2017
Passed July 26, 2017
Omnibus Vote: Yeas: 9 Nays: 0
Recorded: July 26, 2017
Published: July 27, 2017
Attest:
s/ Kimberly Dewis
Kimberly Dewis, City Clerk
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REPORTS/MINUTES RECEIVED AND ORDERED PLACED ON FILE
Councilmember Dunne made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Steffen, to place the
following reports and minutes on file. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Dixon,
Dunne, Gavin, Martinez, Powell, Rauschenberger, Shaw, Steffen, and Mayor Kaptain. Nays:
None.
Bicycle & Pedestrian Advisory Committee, June 6, 2017
Cultural Arts Commission, June 12, 2017
Foreign Fire Insurance Tax Board, April 10, 2017
Board of Health, April 10, 2017
Heritage Commission – Design Review, June 13, 2017
Human Relations Commission, June 6, 2017
Liquor Commission, June 14, 2017
Committee of the Whole, June 28, 2017
City Council Minutes, June 28, 2017
Sales Tax
Local Sales Tax
State Income Tax
State Use Tax
Telecommunications Tax
Natural Gas Tax
Alcoholic Liquor Tax
Disbursement Report
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Mayor Kaptain made announcements regarding forthcoming meetings.
ADJOURNMENT
Councilmember Dunne made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Martinez, to adjourn the
meeting. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Dixon, Dunne, Gavin, Martinez,
Powell, Rauschenberger, Shaw, Steffen, and Mayor Kaptain. Nays: None.
The meeting adjourned at 7:56 p.m.
s/ Kimberly Dewis August 9, 2017
Kimberly Dewis, City Clerk Date Approved