HomeMy WebLinkAbouti - May 12, 2021 CCVOLUME LXXXVI MAY 12, 2021
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 May 12, 2021, in
the Council Chambers. The meeting was called to order by Mayor Kaptain at 6:00 p.m. The
Pledge of Allegiance was led by Councilmembers Terry Gavin and Baldemar Lopez.
TERRY GAVIN PROCLAMATION
Mayor Kaptain read the following proclamation:
PROCLAMATION
WHEREAS, as a first generation American of Polish descent, Councilman Terry Gavin
has lived in Elgin with his wife Rose since 1991; and
WHEREAS, Councilman Gavin has dedicated years of service to the Elgin community,
first elected to the city council from 1995 to 1999 and then again from 2015 to 2021; and
WHEREAS, Councilman Gavin has served the community in many other leadership
roles including chair of the State Street Task Force and a Blue Ribbon Task Force on Education
and co-chair of the Elgin Gang and Drug Task Force and the Channing YMCA Task Force, all
during this first term; and
WHEREAS, Councilman Gavin has served on the Elgin Development Group's
Workforce Development Committee for eight years, working with community partners, state and
local governmental bodies and Elgin's largest employers to influence curriculum in Elgin school
districts and Elgin Community College to develop and support needed skills and workforce
training; and
WHEREAS, Councilman Gavin served on the Hanover Township Mental Health Board
and also volunteered as a Medicare adviser at the Hanover Township Senior Center; and
WHEREAS, Councilman Gavin has also been a member of several civic and social
organizations over the years, including the Elgin Association of Investment & Financial Advisors
where he was awarded the title of Fellow of the Life Underwriter Training Council, the Elgin Rifle
Club and the Elgin Masonic Lodge #117 for almost 20 years; and
WHEREAS, Due to health reasons, Councilman Gavin made the difficult decision not to
seek reelection but will continue his service to the Elgin community in other capacities; and
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NOW, THEREFORE, I, David Kaptain, Mayor of the City of Elgin, Illinois, do hereby
extend the sincere appreciation and honor to Councilman Terry Gavin for his longstanding and
extensive commitment to the citizens of Elgin and celebrate his many contributions and
achievements throughout his years of service.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this 121h day of May, 2021.
David J. Kaptain
Mayor
Councilmember Gavin thanked his supporters and commented on his time serving on the city
council.
BALDEMAR LOPEZ PROCLAMATION
Mayor Kaptain read the following proclamation:
PROCLAMATION
WHEREAS, Councilman Baldemar Lopez was born and raised in Elgin and attended U-
46 schools and is married to his wife Violetta and has two daughters and a Chihuahua named Coco;
and
WHEREAS, Councilman Lopez graduated from Elgin Community College with an
Associate's Degree where he served as a Student Trustee, he received his Bachelor of Arts degree
from the University of Illinois (Chicago), a law degree from the University of Denver Law School
and a Certificate of Entrepreneurship from City Colleges of Chicago; and
WHEREAS, Councilman Baldemar practices immigration and employment law and is a
partner in the firm of Lopez & Sanchez, he has a decade of government experience stretching from
his early career at the Mexican American Legal Defense and Educational Fund to his tenure in
Governor Pat Quinn's office on the legislative affairs team as Assistant Chief of Staff and
Legislative Counsel; and
WHEREAS, Councilman Lopez is a member of the Vista Health Clinic Advisory Board,
Member of the Farmworker Landscaper Advocacy Project Board and a Member of the House of
Restoration Community Outreach Advisory Board; and
WHEREAS, Councilman Lopez was elected for a two year term and has served from
2019 to 2021 where his main focus was advocating for working families, the needs of public safety
and attracting more businesses to enhance the commercial tax base and made the difficult decision
to not run for another term, but will continue to serve the community in other capacities.
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NOW, THEREFORE, I, David Kaptain, Mayor of the City of Elgin, Illinois, do hereby
extend the sincere and warm appreciation and esteem to Councilman Baldemar Lopez for his
commitment to the City of Elgin and celebrate his achievements and years of service to the citizens
of Elgin.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this 28"' day of April, 2021.
David J. Kaptain
Mayor
Councilmember Lopez thanked his supporters and commented on his time serving on the city
council.
PROCLAMATION OF THE RESULTS OF THE CONSOLIDATED ELECTION FOR
THE OFFICE OF COUNCILMEMBERS OF THE CITY OF ELGIN, KANE AND COOK
COUNTIES, ILLINOIS
City Clerk Kimberly Dewis read the following proclamation:
PROCLAMATION OF THE RESULTS OF THE CONSOLIDATED ELECTION FOR THE
OFFICE OF COUNCILMEMBER FOR THE CITY OF ELGIN,
KANE AND COOK COUNTIES, ILLINOIS
WHEREAS, a Consolidated Election for the office of Councilmember to be elected at
large, of and for the City of Elgin, Kane and Cook Counties, Illinois, was held on April 6, 2021;
and
WHEREAS, the election authority of Cook County transmitted the results for those
precincts located in Hanover Township, Cook County, City of Elgin to the Kane County election
authority; and
WHEREAS, the election authority of Kane County compiled the results for those precincts
located in Campton, Dundee, Elgin, Plato, and Rutland Townships, Kane County, and Hanover
Township, Cook County, Elgin, Illinois; and
WHEREAS on April 27, 2021, the County Canvassing Board of Kane County at the
County Clerk's office in Geneva, Illinois, canvassed the returns of the Consolidated Election and
issued an Abstract of Votes which was furnished to the Local Election Official of the City of Elgin.
NOW, THEREFORE, pursuant to the Abstract of Votes prepared by the Kane County
Canvassing Board, it is hereby proclaimed that of the 61,332 registered voters, a total of 5,720
ballots were cast at the Consolidated Election on April 6, 2021. The following number of votes
was cast for each candidate for the office of Councilmember of the City of Elgin:
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Councilperson
Kane County
Cook County
Totals
Anthony Ortiz
1660
374
2034
Steve Thoren
1827
232
2059
Richard Johnson
1298
149
1447
Dustin Good
1801
267
2068
Karin Jones
1645
291
1936
Jerri McCue
1445
253
1698
Jodi Perkins
1556
267
1823
Marcus E. Banner
470
64
534
Rafael Garcia Jr.
530
93
623
Corey Dixon
2436
453
2889
Carol Rauschenberger
2457
412
2869
IT IS HEREBY PROCLAIMED that the following persons have been elected to the four
year terms of office of Councilmember for the City of Elgin:
Steve Thoren
Dustin Good
Corey Dixon
Carol Rauschenberger
This is to certify that the foregoing Proclamation of Results of the Consolidated Election
for the office of Councilmember for the City of Elgin is true and correct.
Dated this 121h day of May, 2021
Kimberly Dewis
Elgin City Clerk
Local Election Official
INAUGURATION OF ELECTED COUNCILMEMBERS
Corey Dixon was sworn in by the City Clerk, Kimberly Dewis.
Dustin Good was sworn in by the City Clerk, Kimberly Dewis.
Carol Rauschenberger was sworn in by the City Clerk, Kimberly Dewis.
Steven Thoren was sworn in by the Honorable Keith Brown.
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ROLL CALL
Roll call was answered by Councilmembers Dixon, Good, Martinez, Powell, Rauschenberger,
Shaw, Steffen, Thoren, and Mayor Kaptain. Absent: None.
NEWLY -INAUGURATED COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS
The newly inaugurated councilmembers each thanked their friends, family, and constituents for
their support.
MEETING - RECESS
Mayor Kaptain declared the City Council meeting recessed at 7:00 p.m. for a reception for the
newly elected councilmembers and stated it would reconvene after the Committee of the Whole
meeting.
MEETING — RECONVENE
Mayor Kaptain declared the City Council meeting back in session at 7:52 p.m.
MINUTES OF THE APRIL 28, 2021, COUNCIL MEETING APPROVED AS
DISTRIBUTED
Councilmember Shaw made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Rauschenberger, to approve
the April 28, 2021, regular council meeting minutes as distributed. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas:
Councilmembers Dixon, Martinez, Powell, Rauschenberger, Shaw, Steffen, and Mayor Kaptain.
Nays: None. Councilmembers Good and Thoren abstained.
COMMUNICATIONS
Mental Health Awareness Month Proclamation
Mayor Kaptain read the following proclamation:
PROCLAMATION
WHEREAS, Mental health is essential to everyone's overall health and well-being with
nearly one in five adults living with a mental health problem in any given year; and
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WHEREAS, Suicide is the loth leading cause of death in the United States, the 2nd
leading cause among those aged 10 to 34 and 90% of people who die by suicide have an underlying
mental illness; and
WHEREAS, Local emergency departments report a 31 % increase in visits for behavioral
health needs in past 10 years and 10.8% of Elgin residents report frequent mental distress in their
daily lives; and
WHEREAS, Early identification and treatment can make a difference in successful
management of mental illness and recovery so that community members can lead full, productive
lives; and
WHEREAS, Every citizen and community can make a difference in helping end the
silence and stigma that for too long has surrounded mental illness and discouraged people from
getting help and public education and civic activities can encourage mental health and help
improve the lives of individuals and families affected by mental illness
NOW, THEREFORE, I, David Kaptain, Mayor of the City of Elgin, Illinois, do hereby
proclaim May as Mental Health Month and call upon the citizens, government agencies, public
and private institutions, businesses and schools in Elgin to recommit our city to increasing
awareness and understanding of mental health, the steps our citizens can take to protect their
mental health and the need for appropriate and accessible services for all people with mental health
conditions.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this 12th day of May, 2021.
David J. Kaptain
Mayor
Poppy Days Proclamation
Mayor Kaptain read the following proclamation:
PROCLAMATION
WHEREAS, America is the land of the freedom, preserved and protected willingly and
freely by citizen soldiers; and
WHEREAS, millions of citizen soldiers, who have answered the call to arms, have died
on the field of battle; and
WHEREAS, a Nation must be reminded of the price of war and the debt owed to those
who have died in war; and
WHEREAS, the red poppy has been designated as a symbol of the sacrifice of lives in all
wars; and
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WHEREAS, the American Legion and its Auxiliaries, the American Legion Riders, the
Veterans of Foreign Wars and its Auxiliaries and the AMVETS have pledged to remind Americans
annually of this debt through the distribution of the poppy as the memorial flower.
NOW, THEREFORE, I David Kaptain, Mayor of the City of Elgin, Illinois, do hereby
proclaim May 13, 14 and 15, 2021 as POPPY DAYS in Elgin and ask all citizens to pay tribute to
those who have made the ultimate sacrifice in the name of freedom, by making a donation for and
wearing the memorial poppy during these days.
IN WITNESS THEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this 121h day of May, 2021.
David J. Kaptain
Mayor
National Public Works Week Proclamation
Mayor Kaptain read the following proclamation:
PROCLAMATION
WHEREAS, public works professionals focus on infrastructure, facilities and services
that are of vital importance to sustainable and resilient communities and to the public health, high
quality of life and well-being of the people of the City of Elgin; and
WHEREAS, these infrastructure, facilities and services could not be provided without
the dedicated efforts of public works professionals, who are engineers, managers and employees
at all levels of government and the private sector, who are responsible for rebuilding, improving
and protecting our nation's transportation, water supply, water treatment and solid waste systems,
public buildings, and other structures and facilities essential for our citizens; and
WHEREAS, it is in the public interest for the citizens, civic leaders and children in the
City of Elgin to gain knowledge of and to maintain an ongoing interest and understanding of the
importance of public works and public works programs in their respective communities; and
WHEREAS, the year 2021 marks the 61 st annual National Public Works Week sponsored
by the American Public Works Association
NOW, THEREFORE, I, David Kaptain, Mayor of the City of Elgin, Illinois, do hereby
designate the week May 16 — 22, 2021 as National Public Works Week and I urge all citizens to
join with representatives of the American Public Works and government agencies in appreciation
of these men and women dedicated to providing essential services to the community by paying
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tribute to our public works professionals, engineers, managers and employees and to recognize the
substantial contributions they make to protecting our national health, safety and quality of life.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this 121h day of May, 2021
David J. Kaptain
Mayor
PUBLIC COMMENTS
Kevin Zaldivar asked questions about the crime prevention consultant contract, the bid for card
readers, and the annexation of property on Randall Road.
Sandra Davila asked questions about the crime prevention consultant contract, the bid for card
readers, and the annexation of property on Randall Road. She also thanked Councilmember
Lopez for his service to the community.
JOB ORDER CONTRACT APPROVED WITH F.H. PASCHEN FOR THE
INSTALLATION OF ADDITIONAL CARD READERS AT THE POLICE FACILITY
Councilmember Shaw made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Steffen, to approve a
contract with F. H. Paschen for the installation of additional card readers for access control at the
police facility in the amount of $28,008 in order to improve security. Upon a roll call vote:
Yeas: Councilmembers Dixon, Good, Martinez, Powell, Rauschenberger, Shaw, Steffen, Thoren,
and Mayor Kaptain. Nays: None.
PUBLIC HEARING FOR PETITIONS 09-21, 13-21, AND 14-21; 15N440 S. RANDALL
ROAD; APPLICATION FOR ANNEXATION WITH AN ANNEXATION AGREEMENT,
PRELIMINARY AND FINAL PLAT OF SUBDIVISION, AND PLANNED
DEVELOPMENT AS A MAP AMENDMENT TO CONSTRUCT A NEW FACILITY
FOR A MOTOR VEHICLE DEALER (BIGGERS MAZDA)
Mayor Kaptain declared the public hearing open.
Marc Mylott, Community Development Director, provided details regarding the scope of the
project. There were questions regarding the ingress to the parking lot, the types of cars available,
the business model, the carbon footprint and the car dealership subsidies.
Mayor Kaptain declared the public hearing closed.
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PETITIONS 09-21, 13-21, AND 14-21 APPROVED FOR 15N440 S. RANDALL ROAD;
APPLICATION FOR ANNEXATION WITH AN ANNEXATION AGREEMENT,
PRELIMINARY AND FINAL PLAT OF SUBDIVISION, AND PLANNED
DEVELOPMENT AS A MAP AMENDMENT TO CONSTRUCT A NEW FACILITY
FOR A MOTOR VEHICLE DEALER (BIGGERS MAZDA)
Councilmember Shaw made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Martinez, to approve
Petitions 09-21, 13-21, and 14-21 subject to conditions. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas:
Councilmembers Dixon, Good, Martinez, Powell, Rauschenberger, Shaw, Steffen, Thoren, and
Mayor Kaptain. Nays: None.
RESOLUTION 21-78 ADOPTED APPROVING A GRANT RECIPIENT ELIGIBILITY
LIST UNDER THE 50/50 AND 75/25 HISTORIC ARCHITECTURAL
REHABILITATION GRANT PROGRAM
Councilmember Steffen made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Rauschenberger, to adopt
the following resolution. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Dixon, Good, Martinez,
Powell, Rauschenberger, Steffen, Thoren, and Mayor Kaptain. Nays: Councilmember Shaw.
Resolution No. 21-78
RESOLUTION
APPROVING A GRANT RECIPIENT ELIGIBILITY LIST UNDER THE 50150
AND 75/25 HISTORIC ARCHITECTURAL REHABILITATION GRANT PROGRAMS
WHEREAS, the 50150 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 2021 applications have been made for 7 projects under the city's Historic
Architectural Rehabilitation Grant Programs; 3 applications under the 50150 historic rehabilitation
grant program and 4 applications under the 75/25 historic rehabilitation grant program; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to Ordinance No. G31-15, funding for the 50150 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 $100,000 is allocated for the following projects approved
under the grant recipient eligibility lists.
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50/50 Program
Owner
Address
Grant Amount
Maribel Lara
132-134 College St.
$ 4,707.00
Carmen Corona Arroyo
318 DuPage St.
$ 13,821.50
Roberto Rodriguez
129 Tennyson
$ 10,674.50
75/25 Program
Owner
Address
Grant Amount
Yessenia Gutierrez
329 St. Charles St.
$ 20,000.00
Stephanie Seefeldt
168 Hill Ave.
$ 19,875.00
Gordon J. Steurer
476 Arlington Ave.
$ 20,000.00
Gabriela Renteria
844 Douglas Ave.
$ 10,922.00
TOTAL
$100,000.00
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: May 12, 2021
Adopted: May 12, 2021
Vote: Yeas: 8 Nays: 1
Attest:
s/ Kimberly Dewis
Kimberly Dewis, City Clerk
RESOLUTION 21-79 ADOPTED AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF A REAL ESTATE
SALES CONTRACT FOR THE PURCHASE OF 451-465 DUNDEE AVENUE
Councilmember Powell made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Steffen, to adopt the
following resolution. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Dixon, Good, Martinez,
Powell, Rauschenberger, Shaw, Steffen, Thoren, and Mayor Kaptain. Nays: None.
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Resolution No. 21-79
RESOLUTION
AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF A REAL ESTATE SALES CONTRACT
FOR THE PURCHASE OF 451-465 DUNDEE AVENUE
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 Richard G. Kozal, City Manager, and Kimberly A. Dewis, City Clerk, be and are
hereby authorized and directed to execute a real estate contract on behalf of the City of Elgin with
Jay Shore, as Trustee of the Jay Shore Trust dated August 7, 1985, for the purchase of the property
commonly known as 451-465 Dundee Avenue for $43,000, a copy of which is attached hereto and
made a part hereof by reference.
s/ David J. Kaptain
David J. Kaptain, Mayor
Presented: May 12, 2021
Adopted: May 12, 2021
Vote: Yeas: 9 Nays: 0
Attest:
s/ Kimberly Dewis
Kimberly Dewis, City Clerk
ORDINANCE G28-21 PASSED AUTHORIZING THE CITY OF ELGIN, KANE
COUNTY, ILLINOIS TO BORROW FUNDS FROM THE ILLINOIS
ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY'S PUBLIC WATER SUPPLY LOAN
PROGRAM FOR THE CITY OF ELGIN LEAD SERVICE LINE REPLACEMENT
PROJECT
Councilmember Dixon made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Steffen, to pass the
following ordinance. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Dixon, Good, Martinez,
Powell, Rauschenberger, Shaw, Steffen, Thoren, and Mayor Kaptain. Nays: None.
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Ordinance No. G28-21
AN ORDINANCE
AUTHORIZING THE CITY OF ELGIN, KANE COUNTY, ILLINOIS TO BORROW FUNDS
FROM THE ILLINOIS ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY'S PUBLIC WATER
SUPPLY LOAN PROGRAM FOR THE CITY OF ELGIN LEAD SERVICE LINE
REPLACEMENT PROJECT
WHEREAS, the City of Elgin, Kane County, Illinois (the "City"), operates its public water
supply system ("the System") and in accordance with the provisions of Article VII of the Illinois
Constitution and the Local Government Debt Reform Act, 30 ILCS 350/1 et seq. (collectively "the
Act"); and
WHEREAS, the Mayor and the City Council of the City of Elgin (the "Corporate
Authorities") have determined that it is advisable, necessary, and in the best interest of the public
health, safety, and welfare to improve the System, including the following:
Replacement of the privately -owned portion of the lead water service from the curb
stop to the water meter for approximately 402 properties. The 402 properties
identified have had or will have the public portion of the lead service (from the
water main to curb stop) replaced by the City;
together with any land or rights in land and all electrical, mechanical or other services necessary,
useful or advisable to the construction and installation (the "Project"), all in accordance with the
plans and specifications prepared by the consulting engineers of the City of Elgin which Project
has a useful life of 100 years; and
WHEREAS, the estimated cost of construction and installation of the Project, including
engineering, legal, financial and other related expenses is Four Million Dollars ($4,000,000), and
there are insufficient funds on hand and lawfully available to pay these costs; and
WHEREAS, in accordance with the Procedures for Issuing Loans from the Public Water
Supply Loan Program Title 35 Ill. Adm. Code Part 662.250, the City is eligible to have up to
$4,000,000 of the Project costs be forgiven by the State of Illinois pursuant to principal loan
forgiveness provisions; and
WHEREAS, to the extent that principal loan forgiveness is not available for the Project,
the City has determined that it will not be seeking a loan for the Project and, therefore, the loan
described herein will not be subject to repayment; and
WHEREAS, in accordance with the provisions of the Act, the City is authorized to borrow
funds from the Public Water Supply Loan Program in the aggregate principal amount of
$4,000,000 in the form of a forgivable loan to provide funds to pay the costs of the Project; and
WHEREAS, the loan to the City shall be made pursuant to a Loan Agreement, including
certain terms and conditions between the City and the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency;
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NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
ELGIN, KANE COUNTY, ILLINOIS, AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION 1. INCORPORATION OF PREAMBLES
The Corporate Authorities hereby find that the recitals contained in the preambles are true
and correct, and incorporate them into this Ordinance by this reference.
SECTION 2. DETERMINATION TO BORROW FUNDS
It is necessary and in the best interests of the City to construct the Project for the public
health, safety, and welfare, in accordance with the plans and specifications, as described; that the
System continues to be operated in accordance with the provisions of the Illinois Environmental
Protection Act, 415 ILCS 511 et seq.; and that for the purpose of constructing the Project, it is
hereby authorized that funds be borrowed by the City in the form of a forgivable loan in the
aggregate principal amount (which can include construction period interest financed over the term
of the loan) not to exceed $4,000,000.
SECTION 3. ADDITIONAL ORDINANCES
The Corporate Authorities may adopt additional ordinances or proceedings supplementing
or amending this Ordinance, providing for entering into the Loan Agreement with the Illinois
Environmental Protection Agency, prescribing all the details of the Loan Agreement, and
providing for the collection, segregation and distribution of the revenues of the System, so long as
the maximum amount of the Loan Agreement as set forth in this Ordinance is not exceeded and
there is no material change in the project or purposes described herein. Any additional ordinances
or proceedings shall in all instances become effective in accordance with the Act or other
applicable laws. This Ordinance, together with such additional ordinances or proceedings, shall
constitute complete authority for entering into the Loan Agreement under applicable law.
However, notwithstanding the above, the City may not adopt additional ordinances or
amendments which provide for any substantive or material change in the scope and intent of this
Ordinance, including but not limited to interest rate, preference or priority of any other ordinance
with this Ordinance, parity of any other ordinance with this Ordinance, or otherwise alter or impair
the obligation of the City to pay the principal and interest due to the Public Water Supply Loan
Program without the written consent of the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency.
SECTION 4. LOAN NOT INDEBTEDNESS OF THE CITY
Repayment of the loan to the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency by the City
pursuant to this Ordinance is to be solely from the revenue derived from the revenues of the
System, and the loan does not constitute an indebtedness of the City within the meaning of any
constitutional or statutory limitation. The foregoing notwithstanding, the City is only seeking a
loan for which principal loan forgiveness is available and, to the extent that principal loan
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forgiveness is not available for the Project, the City has determined that it will not be seeking a
loan for the Project.
SECTION 5. APPLICATION FOR LOAN
The City Manager is hereby authorized to make application to the Illinois Environmental
Protection Agency for a loan through the Public Water Supply Loan Program, in accordance with
the loan requirements set out in 35 Ill. Adm. Code 662.
SECTION 6. ACCEPTANCE OF LOAN AGREEMENT
The Corporate Authorities hereby authorize acceptance of the offer of a loan through the
Public Water Supply Loan Program, including all terms and conditions of the Loan Agreement as
well as all special conditions contained therein and made a part thereof by reference. The Corporate
Authorities further agree that the loan funds awarded shall be used solely for the purposes of the
project as approved by the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency in accordance with the terms
and conditions of the Loan Agreement.
SECTION 7.OUTSTANDING BONDS
The City has outstanding bonds, payable from revenues of the system, that are senior to
the loan authorized by this Ordinance, and the City establishes an account, coverage, and reserves
equivalent to the account(s), coverage(s) and reserve(s) as the senior lien holders in accordance
with 35 Ill. Adm. Code 662.350(a)(9)(C)(PWS).
SECTION 8. AUTHORIZATION OF MAYOR TO EXECUTE LOAN AGREEMENT
The Mayor is hereby authorized and directed to execute the Loan Agreement with the Illinois
Environmental Protection Agency. The Corporate Authorities may authorize by resolution a
person other than the Mayor for the sole purpose of authorizing or executing any documents
associated with payment requests or reimbursements from the Illinois Environmental Protection
Agency in connection with this loan.
SECTION 9. SEVERABILITY
If any section, paragraph, clause or provision of this Ordinance is held invalid, the
invalidity of such section, paragraph, clause or provision shall not affect any of the other provisions
of this Ordinance.
SECTION 10. REPEALER
All ordinances, resolutions, orders, or parts thereof, which conflict with the provisions of
this Ordinance, to the extent of such conflict, are hereby repealed.
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SECTION 11. EFFECTIVE DATE
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: May 12, 2021
Passed: May 12, 2021
Vote: Yeas: 9 Nays: 0
Recorded: May 12, 2021
Published: May 14, 2021
Attest:
s/ Kimberly Dewis
Kimberly Dewis, City Clerk
MOTION TO REMOVE RESOLUTION 21-77 FROM THE CONSENT AGENDA
Councilmember Rauschenberger made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Dixon, to remove
Resolution 21-77 from the consent agenda. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Dixon,
Martinez, Powell, Rauschenberger, Shaw, Steffen, and Mayor Kaptain. Nays: None.
Councilmembers Good and Thoren abstained.
There was discussion regarding the process to hire the consultant and the previous presentation
on this proposed contract. Also discussed was the cost of the contract, changes from the current
program, and how members of the public were involved in the process.
RESOLUTION 21-77 ADOPTED AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF A PURCHASE OF
SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH CKONE, LLC FOR CONSULTING SERVICES IN
CONNECTION WITH JUVENILE CRIME PREVENTION PROGRAMS AND
SERVICES
Councilmember Shaw made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Powell, to adopt the
following resolution. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Dixon, Martinez, Powell,
Rauschenberger, Shaw, Steffen, and Mayor Kaptain. Nays: None. Councilmembers Good and
Thoren abstained.
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Resolution No. 21-77
RESOLUTION
AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF A PURCHASE OF SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH
CKONE, LLC FOR CONSULTING SERVICES IN CONNECTION WITH
JUVENILE CRIME PREVENTION PROGRAMS AND SERVICES
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 Purchase of Services Agreement on behalf of the City of Elgin
with CKone, LLC, for consulting services in connection with juvenile crime prevention programs
and services, a copy of which is attached hereto and made a part hereof by reference.
s/ David J. Kaptain
David J. Kaptain, Mayor
Presented: May 12, 2021
Adopted: May 12, 2021
Vote: Yeas: 7 Nays: 0 Abstained: 2
Attest:
s/ Kimberly Dewis
Kimberly Dewis, City Clerk
CONSENT AGENDA
By unanimous consent, Councilmember Shaw made a motion, seconded by Councilmember
Powell, to pass Ordinance Nos. S4-21 and G24-21 through G27-21 and adopt Resolution Nos.
21-74 through 21-77 by omnibus vote. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Dixon,
Martinez, Powell, Rauschenberger, Shaw, Steffen, and Mayor Kaptain. Nays: None.
Councilmembers Good and Thoren abstained.
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RESOLUTION 21-74 ADOPTED AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF A 2021
AGREEMENT WITH THE KANE COUNTY CHILD ADVOCACY CENTER FOR
FUNDING ASSISTANCE RELATING TO THE INVESTIGATION OF SENSITIVE
CRIMES INVOLVING CHILDREN
Councilmember Shaw made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Powell, to adopt the
following resolution. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Dixon, Martinez, Powell,
Rauschenberger, Shaw, Steffen, and Mayor Kaptain. Nays: None. Councilmembers Good and
Thoren abstained.
Resolution No. 21-74
RESOLUTION
AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF A 2021 AGREEMENT WITH THE
KANE COUNTY CHILD ADVOCACY CENTER FOR FUNDING ASSISTANCE
RELATING TO THE INVESTIGATION OF SENSITIVE CRIMES INVOLVING CHILDREN
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 202 1 Agreement on behalf of the City of Elgin with the Kane
County Child Advocacy Center by and through the Kane County State's Attorney, for funding
assistance relating to the investigation of sensitive crimes involving children, a copy of which is
attached hereto and made a part hereof by reference.
Presented: May 12, 2021
Adopted: May 12, 2021
Omnibus Vote: Yeas: 7 Nays: 0 Abstained: 2
Attest:
s/ Kimberly Dewis
Kimberly Dewis, City Clerk
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RESOLUTION 21-75 ADOPTED AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF AN AGREEMENT
WITH GEWALT HAMILTON ASSOCIATES, INC. FOR PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
IN CONNECTION WITH THE 2021 CDBG NEIGHBORHOOD STREET
RESURFACING PROGRAM
Councilmember Shaw made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Powell, to adopt the
following resolution. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Dixon, Martinez, Powell,
Rauschenberger, Shaw, Steffen, and Mayor Kaptain. Nays: None. Councilmembers Good and
Thoren abstained.
Resolution No. 21-75
RESOLUTION
AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF AN AGREEMENT
WITH GEWALT HAMILTON ASSOCIATES, INC. FOR
PROFESSIONAL SERVICES IN CONNECTION WITH THE
2021 CDBG NEIGHBORHOOD STREET RESURFACING PROGRAM
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 Richard G. Kozal, 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 Gewalt
Hamilton Associates, Inc. for professional services in connection with the 2021 CDBG
Neighborhood Street Resurfacing Program, a copy of which is attached hereto and made a part
hereof by reference.
Presented: May 12, 2021
Adopted: May 12, 2021
Omnibus Vote: Yeas: 7 Nays: 0 Abstained: 2
Attest:
s/ Kimberly Dewis
Kimberly Dewis, City Clerk
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RESOLUTION 21-76 ADOPTED AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF A PURCHASE
AGREEMENT WITH SMITH ECOLOGICAL SYSTEMS COMPANY FOR A LIME
SLAKER CONTROLLER FOR THE LEO NELSON RIVERSIDE WATER
TREATMENT PLANT
Councilmember Shaw made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Powell, to adopt the
following resolution. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Dixon, Martinez, Powell,
Rauschenberger, Shaw, Steffen, and Mayor Kaptain. Nays: None. Councilmembers Good and
Thoren abstained.
Resolution No. 21-76
RESOLUTION
AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF A PURCHASE AGREEMENT
WITH SMITH ECOLOGICAL SYSTEMS COMPANY FOR
A LIME SLAKER CONTROLLER FOR THE
LEO NELSON RIVERSIDE WATER TREATMENT PLANT
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 Richard G. Kozal, City Manager, and Kimberly A. Dewis, City Clerk, be and are
hereby authorized and directed to execute a Purchase Agreement on behalf of the City of Elgin
with Smith Ecological Systems Company for a lime slaker controller for the Leo Nelson Riverside
Water Treatment Plant, a copy of which is attached hereto and made a part hereof by reference.
Presented: May 12, 2021
Adopted: May 12, 2021
Omnibus Vote: Yeas: 7 Nays: 0 Abstained: 2
Attest:
s/ Kimberly Dewis
Kimberly Dewis, City Clerk
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ORDINANCE S4-21 PASSED DESIGNATING 1032 PROSPECT BOULEVARD, ELGIN,
ILLINOIS AS A THEMATIC HISTORIC DISTRICT PROPERTY WITHIN THE ELGIN
BUNGALOW THEMATIC HISTORIC DISTRICT
Councilmember Shaw made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Powell, to pass the
following ordinance. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Dixon, Martinez, Powell,
Rauschenberger, Shaw, Steffen, and Mayor Kaptain. Nays: None. Councilmembers Good and
Thoren abstained.
Ordinance No. S4-21
AN ORDINANCE
DESIGNATING 1032 PROSPECT BOULEVARD, ELGIN, ILLINOIS
AS A THEMATIC HISTORIC DISTRICT PROPERTY
WITHIN THE ELGIN BUNGALOW THEMATIC HISTORIC DISTRICT
WHEREAS, the owner(s) of record of the property commonly known as 1032 Prospect
Boulevard, Elgin, Illinois, has filed an application with the City of Elgin requesting that such
property be designated as a Thematic Historic District Property within the Elgin Bungalow
Thematic Historic District; and
WHEREAS, on April 6, 2021, the Elgin Heritage Commission conducted a public hearing
and determined whether 1032 Prospect Boulevard meets the criteria of the Elgin Municipal Code,
1976, as amended, for designation as a Thematic Historic District Property within the Elgin
Bungalow Thematic Historic District; and
WHEREAS, the Elgin Heritage Commission has submitted its report and findings in
support of its determination and recommendation; and
WHEREAS, the property at 1032 Prospect Boulevard embodies elements of design,
detailing, materials or craftsmanship that identify it as a Bungalow; and
WHEREAS, the property has been determined by the Elgin Heritage Commission as one
possessing the required characteristics to qualify as eligible to be designated within the Elgin
Bungalow Thematic Historic District; and
WHEREAS, the property has demonstrated character, interest, or value as part of the
development, heritage, or cultural characteristics of the community, county, state, or country; and
WHEREAS, the property retains its architectural and structural integrity and is worthy of
preservation; and
WHEREAS, it is appropriate to promote civic pride through an awareness of Elgin's
unique development and history; and encourage the conservation and preservation of an important
segment of the man-made environment of the City of Elgin; and
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WHEREAS, the City Council has reviewed the recommendation of the Elgin Heritage
Commission and concurs in the recommendation to designate 1032 Prospect Boulevard as a
Thematic Historic District Property within the Elgin Bungalow Thematic Historic District.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
ELGIN, ILLINOIS, that 1032 Prospect Boulevard, located upon the property legally described as
follows:
Lot 6 in Block 1 of Congdon's Second Addition to Elgin, in the City of Elgin, Kane
County, Illinois.
Permanent Index Number: 06-12-106-009
be and is hereby designated within the Elgin Bungalow Thematic Historic District as provided in
Chapter 20.06 of the Elgin Municipal Code, 1976, as amended.
BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED that the City Clerk is authorized and directed to provide
notice, send copies of this ordinance to the owner(s) of record, and record a certified copy of this
ordinance in the office of the Recorder of Deeds of Kane County, Illinois.
s/ David J. Kaptain
David J. Kaptain, Mayor
Presented: May 12, 2021
Passed: May 12, 2021
Omnibus Vote: Yeas: 7 Nays: 0 Abstained: 2
Recorded: May 12, 2021
Published: May 14, 2021
Attest:
s/ Kimberly Dewis
Kimberly Dewis, City Clerk
ORDINANCE G24-21 PASSED AMENDING SECTION 6.06.059.2 OF THE ELGIN
MUNICIPAL CODE, 1976, AS AMENDED, ENTITLED "DOWNTOWN FARMERS
MARKET EVENT PERMIT"
Councilmember Shaw made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Powell, to pass the
following ordinance. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Dixon, Martinez, Powell,
Rauschenberger, Shaw, Steffen, and Mayor Kaptain. Nays: None. Councilmembers Good and
Thoren abstained.
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AN ORDINANCE
Ordinance No. G24A-21
AMENDING SECTION 6.06.059.2 OF THE ELGIN MUNICIPAL CODE, 1976,
AS AMENDED, ENTITLED "DOWNTOWN FARMERS MARKET EVENT PERMIT"
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ELGIN, ILLINOIS:
Section 1. That Section 6.06.059.2 of the Elgin Municipal Code, 1976, as amended,
entitled "Downtown Farmers Market Permit Event" be and is hereby further amended by amending
Subparagraphs C and D thereto to read as follows:
"C. A downtown farmers market event permit shall be issued only to licensees with a
currently issued and valid liquor license issued by the City of Elgin Local Liquor Control
Commission for a licensed premises located within the area of the downtown farmers
market event as specified on the annual Downtown Elgin Farmers Market Outside Event
Permit Application and the permit for such event approved by the city.
D. A downtown farmers market event permit shall authorize the permit holder licensee
to conduct alcoholic liquor sales from inside the licensed premises or on the public
sidewalk adjacent to the licensed premises or on the portion of DuPage Court adjacent to
the licensed premises during the hours of the sponsored downtown farmers market event.
Consumption of the alcoholic liquors sold by such permit holder licensee is authorized both
on the licensed premises and off premises on the public streets and sidewalks within the
boundaries of the sponsored downtown farmers market event as specified on the annual
Downtown Elgin Farmers Market Outside Event Permit Application and the permit for
such event approved by the city."
Section 2. That all ordinances or parts of ordinance 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
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Presented: May 12, 2021
Passed: May 12, 2021
Omnibus Vote: Yeas: 7 Nays: 0 Abstained: 2
Recorded: May 12, 2021
Published: May 14, 2021
Attest:
s/ Kimberly Dewis
Kimberly Dewis, City Clerk
ORDINANCE G25-21 PASSED GRANTING A CONDITIONAL USE FOR A PLANNED
DEVELOPMENT IN THE CC1 CENTER CITY DISTRICT WITH CERTAIN
DEPARTURES FROM THE ELGIN ZONING ORDINANCE (40 DUPAGE COURT)
Councilmember Shaw made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Powell, to pass the
following ordinance. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Dixon, Martinez, Powell,
Rauschenberger, Shaw, Steffen, and Mayor Kaptain. Nays: None. Councilmembers Good and
Thoren abstained.
Ordinance No. G25-21
AN ORDINANCE GRANTING
A CONDITIONAL USE FOR A PLANNED DEVELOPMENT
IN THE CC 1 CENTER CITY DISTRICT WITH CERTAIN DEPARTURES FROM THE
ELGIN ZONING ORDINANCE
(40 DuPage Court)
WHEREAS, written application has been made requesting conditional use approval for a
planned development for the adaptive reuse of an existing building into a mixed -use building with
ground -floor commercial uses and 40 upper -level dwellings with certain departures from the Elgin
zoning ordinance at 40 DuPage Court; and
WHEREAS, the zoning lot containing the premises at 40 DuPage Court is legally described
herein (the "Subject Property"); and
WHEREAS, the Subject Property is located within the CC Center City District; and
WHEREAS, the Planning and Zoning Commission conducted a public hearing concerning
said application on March 1, 2021, following due notice including by publication; and
WHEREAS, the Community Development Department and the Planning and Zoning
Commission have submitted their Findings of Fact concerning said application; and
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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
for a planned development in the CC 1 Center City 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 March 1, 2021, 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 planned development for the adaptive reuse of
an existing building into a mixed -use building with ground -floor commercial uses and 40 upper -
level dwellings with certain departures from the Elgin zoning ordinance is hereby granted for the
property commonly known as 40 DuPage Court, and commonly identified by Kane County
Property Index Numbers 06-14-434-017, and legally described as follows:
Lot 9 in Block 15 of the original town of Elgin, on the east side of River, in the City of
Elgin, Kane County, Illinois
(commonly known as 40 DuPage Court).
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 Legend
Partners, LLC, as applicant, and Dan Strojny, as property owner received February 2,
2021, and supporting documents including:
a. Undated Planned Development Statement of Purpose and Conformance received
February 2, 2021;
b. Undated Conditional Use Statement of Purpose and Conformance received
February 2, 2021;
c. Boundary & Topographic Survey, prepared by WT Group, dated September 23,
2019;
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d. Undated "40 DuPage Elgin Commerce Building Redevelopment Plan", received
February 2, 2021; and
e. The 39-page architectural plan set titled: "40 DuPage Court Apartments, Elgin IL,
prepared by Fowler Architecture, dated May 8, 2020, with such further revisions as
required by the Community Development Director.
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. A departure is hereby granted to allow the construction of upper -level dwellings with
the following floor areas: Studio units 447-558 square feet, One -bedroom units 602-
774 square feet, and Two -bedroom units 791-858 square feet.
3. A departure is hereby granted to allow the construction of ground -floor storefront
windows with vertical bays of unequal width.
4. Compliance with all applicable codes and ordinances.
Section 4. That this ordinance shall be in full force and effect upon its passage in the
manner provided by law.
Presented: May 12, 2021
Passed: May 12, 2021
Omnibus Vote: Yeas: 7 Nays: 0 Abstained: 2
Recorded: May 12, 2021
Published: May 14, 2021
Attest:
s/ Kimberly Dewis
Kimberly Dewis, City Clerk
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ORDINANCE G26-21 PASSED GRANTING A CONDITIONAL USE FOR INDIVIDUAL
AND FAMILY SOCIAL SERVICE, AND EVENT SPACE FOR ACTIVITIES
PERTAINING TO ASSEMBLIES OF PEOPLE IN THE CC1 CENTER CITY DISTRICT
(19 DOUGLAS AVENUE)
Councilmember Shaw made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Powell, to pass the
following ordinance. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Dixon, Martinez, Powell,
Rauschenberger, Shaw, Steffen, and Mayor Kaptain. Nays: None. Councilmembers Good and
Thoren abstained.
Ordinance No. G26-21
AN ORDINANCE GRANTING
A CONDITIONAL USE FOR INDIVIDUAL AND FAMILY SOCIAL SERVICE, AND
EVENT SPACE FOR ACTIVITIES PERTAINING TO ASSEMBLIES OF PEOPLE
IN THE CC 1 CENTER CITY DISTRICT
(19 Douglas Avenue)
WHEREAS, written application has been made requesting conditional use approval to
establish an individual and family social service, and event space for activities pertaining to
assembly of people at 19 Douglas Avenue; and
WHEREAS, the zoning lot with the building containing the premises at 19 Douglas
Avenue is legally described herein (the "Subject Property"); and
WHEREAS, the Subject Property is located within the CC1 Center City District, and an
individual and family social service, and event space for activities pertaining to assembly of people
are listed as conditional uses within the CC 1 Center City District; and
WHEREAS, the Planning and Zoning Commission conducted a public hearing concerning
said application on April 5, 2021, following due notice including 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
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WHEREAS, zoning, including, but not limited to, this ordinance granting a conditional use
in the CC Center City 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 April 5, 2021, 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 to establish an individual and family social service,
and an event space for activities pertaining to assembly of people is hereby granted for the property
commonly known as 19 Douglas Avenue, which is part of the property commonly identified by
Kane County Property Index Number 06-14-284-003, and legally described as follows:
Of property described as: that part of lots 3, 4 and 5 in block 16 of the original town of
Elgin, on the east side of the Fox River described as follows: beginning at a point in the
east line of Douglas Avenue that is 44.5 feet south of the south line of Highland Avenue;
thence south along said east line 22.00 feet; thence east parallel with the south line of
Highland Avenue 143.4 feet to the westerly right of way line of the Chicago &
Northwestern Railway; thence northwesterly along said right of way line 24.875 feet;
thence west 131.95 feet to the point of beginning, subject to the burden and including the
benefits of rights of an alleyway 10 feet wide along the railroad right of way and also
subject to and included the joint use of the stairway and second floor hallway of the
building on said premises to be used in common for the benefit of the owners and occupants
of the respective parts of said building, being situated in the city of Elgin, Kane County,
Illinois.
(commonly known as 19 Douglas Avenue)
Section 3. That the conditional use for the Subject Property as authorized by this
ordinance shall be subject to the following additional conditions:
5. Substantial conformance to the Development Application submitted by The Ruth Project
Ministries, as applicant, and Donald Rage, as property owner, received February 3, 2021
and supporting documents including:
a. Undated Statement of Purpose and Conformance for Conditional Use received
February 3, 2021;
b. Plat of Survey, prepared by Michael J. Morrissy, dated September 28, 2015; and
c. Undated First Floor and Basement Floor Plans, received February 3, 2021, with
such further revisions as requested by the Community Development Director.
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.
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6. All street graphics must comply with the zoning ordinance requirements. A box -style wall
sign is prohibited.
7. Assembly uses permitted by this grant of conditional use shall include:
a. Academic Tutoring and Educational Opportunities;
b. Business Dinners, Breakout Session, Round -Table Discussions, and/or Workshops;
c. Banquets (General);
d. Board Game and Craft Nights;
e. Conferences, Conventions, and/or Seminars;
f. Colloquiums;
g. Consumer Shows, Trade Shows, Trunk Shows, and Fashion Shows;
h. Corporate and/or Non-profit Events;
i. Dance Classes, including but not limited to Zumba;
j. Design and Creative Workshops, such as Calligraphy, Art, Pottery, and/or Painting
Classes:
k. Educational and Social Events;
1. Fundraisers;
in. Galas;
n. Gallery Displays, including but not limited to works of art, either temporary or
permanent;
o. Holiday Parties;
p. Live Performances, such as readings and/or plays but expressly excluding as a principal
use: music concerts, karaoke, ballrooms, dance halls, discotheques, nightclub
operations, events hosted by bands or deejays, or other like music- or dance -oriented
events;
q. Meetings, including but not limited to Board, Business, Public and/or Shareholders
Meetings;
r. Mind and Body Classes and Sessions, including but not limited to Mediation and/or
Yoga;
s. Music Lessons;
t. Networking Events;
u. Receptions;
v. Retreats and Team Buildings Events;
w. Social Events;
X. Symposiums;
y. Trainings and Informational Meetings; and
z. Other like assemblies of people.
8. 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.
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9. 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. The incidental playing of amplified live or recorded music is only
permitted on the interior of the commercial event space. The applicant must comply with
Chapter 10.30 "Noise" of the Elgin Municipal Code, 1976 as amended.
10. Compliance with all applicable codes and ordinances.
Section 4. That this ordinance shall be in full force and effect upon its passage in the
manner provided by law.
s/ David J. Kaptain
David J. Kaptain, Mayor
Presented: May 12, 2021
Passed: May 12, 2021
Omnibus Vote: Yeas: 7 Nays: 0 Abstained: 2
Recorded: May 12, 2021
Published: May 14, 2021
Attest:
s/ Kimberly Dewis
Kimberly Dewis, City Clerk
ORDINANCE G27-21 PASSED GRANTING A CONDITIONAL USE FOR A
PERSONNEL SUPPLY SERVICE (35 CLOCK TOWER PLAZA)
Councilmember Shaw made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Powell, to pass the
following ordinance. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Dixon, Martinez, Powell,
Rauschenberger, Shaw, Steffen, and Mayor Kaptain. Nays: None. Councilmembers Good and
Thoren abstained.
Ordinance No. G27-21
AN ORDINANCE GRANTING
A CONDITIONAL USE FOR A PERSONNEL SUPPLY SERVICE
(35 Clock Tower Plaza)
WHEREAS, written application has been made requesting conditional use approval to
establish an employment agency, a personnel supply service, at 35 Clock Tower Plaza; and
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WHEREAS, the zoning lot with the building containing the premises at 35 Clock Tower
Plaza, is legally described herein (the "Subject Property"); and
WHEREAS, the Subject Property is located within the PCC2 Center City District
established by Ordinance No. G12-02, and a personnel supply service is listed as a conditional use
within the PCC2 Center City District; and
WHEREAS, the Planning and Zoning Commission conducted a public hearing concerning
said application on April 5, 2021, following due notice including 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 PCC2 Center City District established by Ordinance No. G12-02 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 April 5, 2021, and the recommendations made by the Community Development
Department and 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 for an employment agency, a personnel supply
service, is hereby granted for the property commonly known as 35 Clock Tower Plaza, which is
part of the property commonly identified by Kane County Property Index Number 06-24-126-002,
and legally described as follows:
PARCEL ONE:
THAT PART OF BLOCK 1 OF SHERMAN'S ADDITION TO ELGIN, DECRIBED AS
FOLLOWS: BEGINNING AT THE NORTH EAST CORNER OF SAID BLOCK 1; THENCE
SOUTHWESTERLY ALONG THE NORTHERLY LINE OF SAID BLOCK 1, A DISTANCE
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OF 574.30 FEET (RECORD BEING 574.53 FEET); THENCE SUOTHEASTERLY ALONG A
MOUNUMENTED LINE THAT FORMS AN ANGLE OF 90 DEGREES, 59 MINUTES, 19
SECONDS (RECORD BEING 91 DEGREES, 00 MINUTES, 0 SECONDS) TO THE LEFT
WITH THE PROLONGATION OF THE LAST DESCRBIED COURSE, A DISTANCE OF
915.17 FEET (RECORD BEING 915.00 FEET); THENCE NORTHEASTERLY ALONG A
MONUMENTED LINE THAT FORMS AN ANGLE OF 88 DECGREES, 59 MINUTES, 10
SECONDS TO THE LEFT WITH THE PROLONGATION OF THE LAST DESCRIBED
COURSE (RECORD BEING PARALLEL WITH THE NORTHERLY LINE OF SAID BLOCK
1). A DISTANCE OF 323.83 FEET (RECORD BEING 323.86 FEET); THENCE
NORTWESTERLY ALONG A MOUMENTD LINE THAT FORMS AN ANGLE OF 89
DEGREES, 58 MINUTES, 39 SECONDS TO THE LEFT WITH THE PROLONGATION OF
THE LAST DESCRIBED COURSE (RECORD BEING AT RIGHT ANGLES TO THE LAST
DESCRIBED COURSE), A DISTANCE OF 69.97 FEET (RECORD BE1NG70.00 FEET);
THENCE NORTHEASTERLY ALONG A MONUMENTED LINE THA TFORMS AN ANGLE
OF 89 DEGREES, 57 MINUTES, 13 SECONDS TO THE RIGHT WITH THE
PROLONGATION OF THE LAST DESCRIBED COURSE RECORD BEING PARALLEL
WITH THE NORTHERLY LINE OF SAID BLOCK 1), A DISTANCE OF 249.98 FEET
(RECORD BEING 250.00 FEET) TO THE EASTERLY LINE OF SAID BLOCK 1; THENCE
NORTHWESTERLY ALONG SAID EASTERLY LINE BEING ALONG A CURVE TO THE
LEFT HAVING A RADIUS OF 4915.28 FEET, A DISTANCE OF 846.40 FEET (RECORD
BEING 846.50 FEET) TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING. EXCEPT THEREFROM THE
NORTH 9.00 FEET (MEASURED AT RIGHT ANGLES TO THE NORTHERLY LINE O
FSAID BLOCK 1) DEDICATED FOR A PUBLIC STREET BY DOCUMENT NO. 1919284.
BENG SITUATED IN THE CITY OF ELGIN, KANE COUNTY, ILLINOIS.
PARCEL TWO:
A NON EXCLUSIVE EASEMENT FOR THE PURPOSE OF TRANSMITTING WATER,
SEWAGE, GAS, ELECTRICITY AND OTHER UTILITIES OFLIKE OR DISSIMILAR
NATURE FOR THE BENEFIT OF PARCEL ONE, AS CREATED IN THE GRANT OF
EASEMENT DATED MAY 14, 1970 AND RECORDED JUNE 8, 1970 AS DOCUMENT
1165857, OVER, UPON AND ACROSS THE FOLLOWING DESCRIBED PROPERTY: PART
OF BLOCK 1 OF SHERMAN'S ADDITION TO ELGIN, DESCRIED AS FOLLOWS:
COMMENCING AT THE NORTH EAST CORNER OF SAID BLOCK 1; THENCE
SOUTHWESTERLY ALONG THE NORTHERLY LINE OF SAID BLOCK 1, A DISTANCE
OF 574.53 FEET FOR THE PLACE OF BEGINNING; THENCE SOUTHEASTERLY ALONG
A LINE THAT FORMS AN ANGLE OF 91 DEGREES, 00 MINUTES, 0 SECONDS TO THE
LEFT WITH THE PROLONGATION OF THE LAST DESCRIBED COURSE, A DISTANCE
OF 915.0 FEET THENCE SOUTHWESTERLY PARALLEL WITH THE NORTHERLY LINE
OF SAID BLOCK 1, A DISTANCE OF 40.0 FEET; THENCE NORTHWESTERLY AONG A
LINE THAT FORMS AN ANGLE OF 0 DEREES, 0 MINUTES, 0 SECONDS 89, TOWNSHIP
00 NORTH, RANGE 0 TO THE RIGHT WITH THE PROLONGATION OF THELAST
DECRIBED COURSE, A DISTANCE OF 915.0 FEET TO THE NORTHERLY LINE OF SAID
BLOCK 1; THENCE NORTHEATERLY ALONG SAID NORTHERLY LINE, A DISTANCE
OF 40.0 FEET TO THE PLACE OF BEGINNING; IN THE CITY OF ELGIN, KANE COUNTY,
ILLINOIS.
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(commonly known as 1-95 Clock Tower Plaza)
Section 3. That the conditional use for the Subject Property as authorized by this
ordinance shall be subject to the following additional conditions:
11. Substantial conformance to the Development Application submitted by C1earStaff,
Inc., as applicant, and Paul Butera, as property owner, received February 24, 2021 and
supporting documents including:
a. Undated Conditional Use Statement of Purpose and Conformance, prepared by
C1earStaff, Inc., received February 19, 2021;
b. Undated Site Plan, received February 19, 2021; and
c. Undated three -page interior buildout plans, received February 19, 2021, with such
further revisions as required by the Community Development Director.
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.
12. All street graphics must comply with the zoning ordinance requirements. A box -style
wall sign is prohibited.
13. The applicant and/or operator shall not provide transportation services for its
employees, clients, or customers.
14. 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.
Presented: May 12, 2021
Passed: May 12, 2021
Omnibus Vote: Yeas: 7 Nays: 0 Abstained: 2
Recorded: May 12, 2021
Published: May 14, 2021
Attest:
s/ Kimberly Dewis
Kimberly Dewis, City Clerk
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s/ David J. Kaptain
David J. Kaptain, Mayor
MAY 12, 2021
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REPORTS/MINUTES RECEIVED AND ORDERED PLACED ON FILE
Councilmember Powell made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Rauschenberger, to place
the following reports and minutes on file. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Dixon,
Good, Martinez, Powell, Rauschenberger, Shaw, Steffen, Thoren, and Mayor Kaptain. Nays:
None.
Human Relations Commission, April 13, 2021
Liquor Commission, March 10, 2021
Committee of the Whole, April 14, 2021
City Council Minutes, April 14, 2021
Sales Tax Revenue
Hotel/Motel Tax Revenue
Telecommunication Tax Revenue
Motor Fuel Tax Revenue
Electricity Tax Revenue
Natural Gas Tax Revenue
Cannabis Revenue
Video Gaming Revenue
Alcoholic Liquor Tax Revenue
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Mayor Kaptain made announcements regarding forthcoming meetings.
ADJOURNMENT
Councilmember Steffen made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Dixon, to adjourn the
meeting. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Dixon, Good, Martinez, Powell,
Rauschenberger, Shaw, Steffen, Thoren, and Mayor Kaptain. Nays: None.
The meeting adjourned at 8:57 p.m.
s/ Kimberly Dewis
Kimberly Dewis, City Clerk
May 28, 2021
Date Approved