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HomeMy WebLinkAboutu - October 10, 2007 COW COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING OCTOBER 10, 2007 The regular Committee of the Whole meeting was called to order by Mayor Schock at 6:02 p.m. in the Council Chambers. Present: Councilmembers Figueroa, Gilliam, Kaptain, Powers, Steffen, Walters, and Mayor Schock. Absent: None. Approval of Minutes Councilmember Walters made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Gilliam, to approve the minutes of the September 26, 2007, regular meeting. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Figueroa, Gilliam, Kaptain, Powers, Steffen, Walters, and Mayor Schock. Nays: None. Consideration of Agreement with Land and Water Resources, Inc. for Purchase of Wetlands Credits for Elgin Shores Forest Preserve A resolution will be presented at tonight’s Council meeting for adoption by the City Council. Consideration of Change Order No. 1 to Turnkey Network Solutions Agreement for Installation of Fiber Optic Cable A resolution will be presented at tonight’s Council meeting for adoption by the City Council. Consideration of Acceptance of Department of Justice Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant for Surveillance Cameras and Recording Systems Councilmember Walters made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Gilliam, to accept the Department of Justice Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant in the amount of $146,120 for the purchase of surveillance cameras and recording systems. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Figueroa, Gilliam, Kaptain, Powers, Steffen, Walters, and Mayor Schock. Nays: None. Consideration of Appeal of a Denied Certificate of Appropriateness Requesting Removal of Masonic Temple Symbol and Cornerstone on the Family Life Church at 310 East Chicago Street Councilmember Figueroa made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Gilliam, to reverse the decision of the Heritage Commission denying a Certificate of Appropriateness requesting removal of the Masonic Temple Symbol and cornerstone on the Family Life Church at 310 East Chicago Street with the understanding that church would agree to allow the symbols to be appropriately removed by a professional firm under the supervision of the City. Councilmember Walters asked if the church would agree to have a plate bolted over the symbol. Committee of the Whole October 10, 2007 Page 2 Jamal Turner, a representative of the church, stated that the church wanted to have the symbol removed and given to the City for storage. He stated that he would not be able to make that decision and he would have to take the question back to his church for consideration. Councilmember Powers stated that he considered the building an architectural landmark and felt it would be a mistake to change the façade. He wondered why the church had purchased the property if they objected to the Masonic symbols. Councilmember Gilliam indicated that he agreed with Councilmember Powers, but felt that legally the City could not support the denial. Councilmember Steffen stated that he supported Councilmember Powers and that he would not be voting to reverse the decision. He felt the ornamentation was an integral part of the building. Councilmember Figueroa stated that he also was not in favor of overturning the Commission’s decision, but that he would vote to do so due to the legal advice the Council had received. Councilmember Powers asked Corporation Counsel Cogley what the courts would look at. Corporation Counsel Cogley referred the Council to his memo regarding the specifics of this matter. He stated that he thought that the definition of ornamentation and significant exterior architectural feature needs to be amended to avoid problems in the future. Mayor Schock asked what was offensive to the church about the ornamentation. Mr. Turner stated that the church had provided this information to the Commission. Mayor Schock said that the information provided differs from other research. Mr. Turner stated that he was not prepared to answer these questions and could not state what was offensive, but that the Masons were not in agreement with their beliefs as a Christian church. Mayor Schock then asked if the church would confirm that they would have the symbol removed by a qualified firm with the work being supervised by the City. Mr. Turner stated that he had no problem with that. Councilmember Walters said that he did not see where the Masons were not Christian. Councilmember Powers indicated that he would agree to overturn the decision of the Heritage Commission based on the conditions that the City would be supervising the removal of the symbol. Mayor Schock stated he would also, although he was very conflicted about this. At the suggestion of Councilmember Figueroa, Council directed staff to make the necessary improvements to the ordinance to prevent future problems of this nature. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Figueroa, Gilliam, Kaptain, Walters, and Mayor Schock. Nays: Councilmembers Powers and Steffen. Consideration of Acceptance of the Otter Creek Interceptor Sewer, Phase 4A and 4B, constructed by Crown Community Development and Shodeen Incorporated Councilmember Walters made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Figueroa, to accept the Otter Creek Interceptor Sewer, Phase 4A and 4B, constructed by Crown Community Development and Shodeen Incorporated, for ownership and maintenance. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Figueroa, Gilliam, Kaptain, Powers, Steffen, Walters, and Mayor Schock. Nays: None. Consideration of Kane County Division of Transportation Major Access Permit for construction by PanCor Construction & Development LLC at Point Boulevard and Randall Road Committee of the Whole October 10, 2007 Page 3 Councilmember Kaptain made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Steffen, to approve the Kane County Division of Transportation Major Access Permit for construction of dual left turn lanes on Point Boulevard at its Randall Road intersection by PanCor Construction & Development LLC. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Figueroa, Gilliam, Kaptain, Powers, Steffen, Walters, and Mayor Schock. Nays: None. Consideration of Amendment to Liquor Code to create a Class B-2 License Classification Councilmember Gilliam made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Figueroa, to amend the Liquor Code to create a Class B-2 License classification. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Figueroa, Gilliam, Kaptain, Powers, Steffen, Walters, and Mayor Schock. Nays: None. Consideration of Contract with Terracon Consulting Engineers & Scientists for Environmental Testing Services at 20 Jefferson Street and 464 McBride Street Councilmember Gilliam made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Figueroa, to authorize a contract with Terracon Consulting Engineers & Scientists in the amount of $97,500 for environmental testing services at 20 Jefferson Street and 464 McBride Street. Councilmember Kaptain questioned how an accurate scope of work and cost estimate can be submitted without IEPA comments. Economic Development Director Ray Moller answered that the information had since been received. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Figueroa, Gilliam, Kaptain, Powers, Steffen, Walters, and Mayor Schock. Nays: None. Consideration of Contract with Terracon Consulting Engineers & Scientists for Environmental Testing Service at North Grove Resident Redevelopment Area former Public Works Yard – 40 Ann Street Councilmember Kaptain made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Gilliam, to approve the contract with Terracon Consulting Engineers & Scientists in the amount of $49,372 for environmental testing services at the North Grove resident redevelopment area, formerly known as the Public Works Yard, located at 40 Ann Street. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Figueroa, Gilliam, Kaptain, Powers, Steffen, Walters, and Mayor Schock. Nays: None. Consideration of Phase 1 and 2 of the Facade Improvement Project for 203-209 and 211- 213 National Street and Phase 3 in 2008 (Mr. Rodney Cavitt) Councilmember Gilliam made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Figueroa, to approve Phase 1 and 2 of the Facade Improvement Project for properties owned by Rodney Cavitt located at 203-209 and 211-213 National Street in the amount of $43,953 and budget Phase 3 in the Committee of the Whole October 10, 2007 Page 4 amount of $206,481 in the FY2008 budget of the State and National Street Façade Program. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Figueroa, Gilliam, Kaptain, Powers, Steffen, Walters, and Mayor Schock. Nays: None. Consideration of Amendment to Agreement with Hampton, Lenzini and Renwick for Engineering Services for the 2008 Motor Fuel Tax Programs Councilmember Figueroa made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Gilliam, to approve the amendment to the agreement with Hampton, Lenzini and Renwick to provide engineering services for the contract maintenance portion of the 2008 Motor Fuel Tax Programs. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Figueroa, Gilliam, Kaptain, Powers, Steffen, Walters, and Mayor Schock. Nays: None. Announcements from Council Councilmember Figueroa thanked Mayor Schock for his participation in the recent immigration discussion on Chicago Public Radio. Councilmember Figueroa congratulated Art Richoz on his 85th birthday. Announcements from Staff Public Information Officer Olafson announced upcoming City events. Adjournment Councilmember Figueroa made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Steffen, to adjourn the meeting. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Figueroa, Gilliam, Kaptain, Powers, Steffen, Walters, and Mayor Schock. Nays: None. The meeting adjourned at 5:34 p.m. s/Diane Robertson October 24, 2007 Diane Robertson, City Clerk Date Approved