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HomeMy WebLinkAbout98-88 r Resolution No. 98-88 RESOLUTION EXPRESSING THE SUPPORT OF THE CITY OF ELGIN, ILLINOIS FOR THE CONTINUED VIABILITY OF THE NORTHWEST SUBURBAN MASS TRANSIT DISTRICT WHEREAS, the City of Elgin, Illinois, is included within the Northwest Suburban Mass Transit District (the "District" ) ; and WHEREAS, the District has served the transportation needs of its constituents by obtaining Federal and State grants and acquiring and leasing to Metra and its predecessors various equipment and facilities; and WHEREAS, the District has prudently invested grant funds and holds monies obtained from the earnings on such funds; and WHEREAS, the projects originally described in its grant agreement with the State of Illinois have been completed and the District is in the process of negotiating with the Illinois Department of Transportation ( "IDOT" ) the close-out of its grant; and WHEREAS, the City Council considers it necessary and desirable for the District to continue its purpose of enhancing the mass transit facilities of its constituents including the residents of this City and thus to enhance the public health, safety and general welfare of the City and its inhabitants; and WHEREAS, it is intended that this Resolution shall constitute an official action of the Corporate Authorities of the City of Elgin to show its support for the District and its continued function. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ELGIN, ILLINOIS, as follows : Section 1 . That this City Council finds that (a) the District has enhanced the public health, safety, and general welfare of the City of Elgin and (b) the District has a continuing mission to serve the mass transit needs of its constituents . Section 2 . That the City supports the District in its efforts to continue its mission and urges IDOT to permit the District to retain, invest and utilize such monies held by the District in excess of the grant funds needed for its original projects in the fulfillment of its purpose. Section 3 . That the officers and employees of the City of Elgin are authorized to take such further action as is necessary to carry out the intention and purpose of this Resolution. Section 4 . That all resolutions and parts thereof in conflict with this Resolution are hereby superseded to the extent of such conflict, and this Resolution shall be in full force and effect from and after its passage as provided by law. s/ Kevin Kelly Kevin Kelly, Mayor Presented: April 8, 1998 Adopted: April 8, 1998 Omnibus Vote: Yeas 7 Nays 0 Attest: s/ Dolonna Mecum Dolonna Mecum, City Clerk `�� O[rt • iAgenda Item No. 1,J § — City of Elgin jrn �•,' I I^ ^' ��t�TCD VFX-, March 19, 1998 TO: Mayor and Members of City Council FROM: Joyce A. Parker, City Manager SUBJECT: Support for the Northwest Suburban Mass Transit District Purpose The purpose of this memorandum is to provide the Mayor and members of City Council with information to consider adoption of a resolution supporting the Northwest Suburban Mass Transit District. Background Incorporated in 1971, the Northwest Suburban Mass Transit District serves Elgin and 11 other communities throughout the region. The District has managed $31 million in Federal, State and local grant funds for enhancements to the region's mass transit system, specifically in rail transportation. Projects that have been completed through this grant include the construction of the Big Timber station and an improved Centralized Traffic Control system, which helped allow for expanded rail service to Elgin. Attached is a letter from Northwest Suburban Mass Transit District Chair Robert Frantz requesting the City of Elgin's support for the district's continued viability. Currently, the Illinois Department of Transportation(DOT) is negotiating with the District regarding approximately $6 million of funds earned through the district's investment over the years of held grant funds. The District is requesting that it be able to retain these funds in order to continue to address area mass transit needs. Without these funds, the District could cease to operate. The Northwest Suburban Mass Transit District is requesting that the City pass a resolution of support for the district and for retention of funds currently held by the District. A suggested resolution is attached for consideration. Interested Groups/Persons Contacted Diane Marciniec, Executive Director of the Northwest Suburban Mass Transit District. ?latiz,‘_ Financial Impact None. Northwest Suburban Mass Transit District Support March 19, 1998 Page 2 66 6 Legal Impact None. Alternatives The City Council could adopt the resolution as proposed, alter the resolution, or decline to adopt a resolution in support of the Northwest Suburban Mass Transit District. Recommendation Due to the fact that the City of Elgin has benefited in the past and will likely benefit directly in the future from the efforts of the Northwest Suburban Mass Transit District, it is recommended that the City Council pass a resolution supporting the continued viability of the District. Respectfully submitted, /K '. -ce Parker City Manager Attachments <NORTHWEST SUBURBAN MASS TRANSIT A MUNICIPAL CORPORATION INCORPORATED IN 1971 Post Office Box 8150, Bartlett, Illinois 60103 Telephone (630) 837-4877 FAX (630) 837-4878 March 2, 1998 Hon . Kevin Kelly, Mayor City of Elgin ROBERT W.FRANTZ 150 Dexter Court chair. Elgin, IL 60123 Roselle,Illinois B.J.THOMAS Vice Chairman Dear Mr . Kelly: Streamwood.Illinois CHARLES L.SCHIFFER Over the years the Northwest Suburban Mass Transit Treasurer Itasca,Illinois District has managed $31 million in Federal , State and M.EDWARD KELLY local grant funds which have provided numerous Executive Secretary improvements along the Milwaukee West Line including the Elgin,Illinois present rolling stock, several stations and an improved Centralized Traffic Control system. Through prudent investing, the District has accumulated approximately $6 million which it would like to use for further transportation improvements in our member communities . Bartlett.Illinois ROGER WALBERG We are looking for your support in trying to convince the Trustee State of Illinois to allow the District to keep these Bensenville,Illinois funds for this purpose . Attached is a proposed OGGERINO Trusteerustee Resolution which we hope you would present to your City Elmwood Park,Illinois Council . Having these resolutions in hand from all of MORRIS D.WOLF our communities could help us with our attempts to retain Trustee the funds . The District , for over 25 years , has never Hanover Park,Illinois levied a tax, nor is it permitted to by the establishing VINCENT S.STANN Trustee ordinances passed by each municipality. River Grove,Illinois WILLIAM G.NELSON Your support at the earliest possible date is Trustee Schaumburg,Illinois appreciated. Please send a copy of the Resolution as KEVIN M.DOHERTY adopted by the City of Elgin and executed certification Trustee to the District office . It is anticipated that our Board Wood Dale,Illinois Member representing Elgin will be available at the meeting that this Resolution is scheduled for presentation and adoption, if his schedule permits. DIANE MARCINIEC Executive Director Very truly yours , EUGENES General Counsel 00".. Robert W. Frantz �� Chairman RWF :dsm Encls .