City of Yorkville City Council met Aug. 8.
Here are the minutes provided by the council:
Mayor Purcell called the meeting to order at 7: 01 p. m. and led the Council in the Pledge of Allegiance.
ROLL CALL
Deputy Clerk Cisija called the roll.
Ward I Koch Present
Transier Present
Ward 11 Plocher Present
Soling Present
Ward III Funkhouser Present
Marek Present
Ward IV Tarulis Present
Corneils Present
Staff in attendance at City Hall: Deputy Clerk Cisija, City Administrator Olson, Chief ofPolice Jensen, Attorney Orr, Public Works Director Dhuse, Parks and Recreation Director Evans, Community Development Director Barksdale-Noble, Assistant City Administrator Willrett, and EEI Engineer Sanderson.
Members of the public were able to attend this meeting in person as well as being able to access the meeting remotely via Zoom which allowed for video, audio, and telephonic participation.
A meeting notice was posted on the City' s website on the agenda, minutes, and packets webpage with instructions regarding remote meeting access and a link was included for the public to participate in the meeting remotely: https: Hus02web. zoom. us/j/89523599784`?pwd MVFpSEUORHIz2ekx4dEk1WXF4WG1BQT09. The Zoom meeting ID was 895 2359 9784.
QUORUM
A quorum was established.
AMENDMENTS TO THE AGENDA
Mayor Purcell amended the agenda order ofthe presentations. Presentation# 2 was heard first, then Presentation# 3, and Presentation# 1 was heard last.
Motion unanimously approved by a viva voce vote.
PRESENTATIONS
Yorkville Education Foundation Golf Outing Check Presentation
Parks and Recreation Director Evans presented a check to Shawn and Joanna ofthe Yorkville Education Foundation. Director Evans stated this is part of a partnership with the school district for the golf outing. Part of the funds goes back to Parks and Recreation to help with the free events done within the community. Part of the funds are also for schools and teachers. Sean thanked everyone who came out and stated that approximately$ 8, 500 was raised and will be used to support teachers and staff on different programs.
Recognition of Detective Matt Ketchmark For Detective of the Year
Chief of Police Jensen recognized Detective Matt Ketchmark for his Detective of the Year award. He stated that Detective Ketchmark is a 16- year veteran of the Yorkville Police Department. Detective Ketchmark started as a field training officer and moved very quickly to the detective division. He has excelled in his position. Detective Ketchmark is also on the Kendall County Task Force and has headed up the evidence unit. Chief Jenson highlighted four cases assigned to Detective Ketchmark, including the investigation ofthe financial exploitation of a 96- year-old elderly woman, the investigation of a domestic incident that uncovered more about the incident, the investigation of a shooting at Marketplace Apartments, and the investigation of criminal sexual assault. Detective Ketchmark was joined by his wife, Megan, and their children at the meeting. Chief Jensen also recognized several officers of the Yorkville Police Department that received the Life Saving Valor Award for the fire at the house on Georgeanna Street.
Unified Development Ordinance— Lot Sizes Discussion
Community Development Director Barksdale- Noble stated the purpose is to modernize and update the City codes and gave a slide presentation( see attached). Alderman Transier stated that ifthe market dictates this type of housing people want, it should be available to them. The Mayor, Alderman Koch, Alderman Tarulis, Alderman Soling, Alderman Plocher, and Alderman Marek are not in favor and do not support smaller lots. Concerns included high tax complaints, and smaller lots would equate to more kids in schools, and practicality for utilities. Alderman Corneils asked why do we need to shrink lot sizes. Alderman Funkhouser supports them and made comparisons to Aurora, Plainfield, and Oswego. He further stated that we are not out of line. The Committee wanted to provide housing opportunities for Yorkville as it is a bedroom community and single-family detached. Smaller lots are where the trend is going, and it has been for the past 10 years.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
None.
CITIZEN COMMENTS ON AGENDA ITEMS
None.
CONSENT AGENDA
1. Bill Payments for Approval
$ 480,782.69 ( vendors)
$ 157,180.88 ( wire payments)
$ 405,585.10 ( payroll period ending 07/ 21/ 23)
$ 1,043,548.67 ( total)
Mayor Purcell entertained a motion to approve the consent agenda. So moved by Alderman Koch; seconded by Alderman Soling.
Motion approved by a roll call vote. Ayes- 8 Nays- 0
Koch- aye, Plocher- aye, Funkhouser- aye, Tarulis- aye, Transier- aye, Soling- aye, Marek- aye, Corneils- aye
REPORTS
MAYOR' S REPORT
Resolution 2023- 26 Approving a Memorandum of Understanding with Yorkville Congregational United Church of Christ
(CC 2023- 46)
Mayor Purcell entertained a motion to approve a Resolution Approving a Memorandum of Understanding with Yorkville Congregational United Church of Christ. So moved by Alderman Tarulis; seconded by Alderman Soling.
Motion approved by a roll call vote. Ayes- 8 Nays- 0
Plocher- aye, Funkhouser- aye, Tarulis- aye, Transier- aye, Soling- aye, Marek- aye, Corneils- aye, Koch- aye
Disposal of Police Department Vehicles
(CC 2023- 47)
Mayor Purcell entertained a motion to authorize staff to dispose of the Police Department' s 2015 Chevy Impala and 2015 Chevrolet Tahoe through Auto Smart of Oswego by auction or on consignment. So moved by Alderman Koch; seconded by Alderman Marek.
Motion approved by a roll call vote. Ayes- 8 Nays- 0
Funkhouser- aye, Tarulis- aye, Transier- aye, Soling- aye, Marek- aye, Corneils- aye, Koch- aye, Plocher- aye
Resolution 2023- 27 Approving the Continuation of the Services of Imperial Service Systems, Inc.
(CC 2022- 48)
Mayor Purcell entertained a motion to approve a Resolution Approving the Continuation of the Services of Imperial Service Systems, Inc. So moved by Alderman Soling; seconded by Alderman Transier.
Motion approved by a roll call vote. Ayes- 8 Nays- 0
Tarulis- aye, Transier- aye, Soling- aye, Marek- aye, Comeils- aye, Koch-aye, Plocher-aye, Funkhouser- aye
Green Door Nexus— Text Amendment Discussion
(CC 2023- 49)
Community Development Director Barksdale-Noble reported that the text amendment would identify data centers, cold storage, and battery use. Green Door wants to be more explicit in the zoning ordinance. Alderman Funkhouser is in favor of development but has slight reservations about outright allowing the three uses in the manufacturing district. Alderman Plocher has no reservations and does not see much water being used.
Kendall County Petition 23- 26— 1. 5 Mile Review Discussion
(CC 2023- 50)
Community Development Director Barksdale- Noble reported that Milroy Farms is looking to extend its special use permit within the county that was approved for a compost facility. The current use is expiring in December 2023. Kendall County had concerns about the enforcement of odor. This agenda item is being presented to the Planning and Zoning Commission at the August 9, 2023, meeting.
PUBLIC WORKS COMMITTEE REPORT
No report.
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE REPORT
No report.
PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE REPORT
No report.
ADMINISTRATION COMMITTEE REPORT
No report.
PARK BOARD
National Night Out
Parks and Recreation Director Evans thanked everyone for attending the Yorkville Police Department' s National Night Out event. The turnout was great, the kids were having fun, and 800 slices of pizza was consumed.
Movies Under the Stars
On Thursday, August 10, 2023, there is an outdoor movie night with the Village of Oswego. The movie will occur at Venue 1012 ( 1012 Station Drive, Oswego, IL).
Yorkville Hometown Days Festival
Yorkville' s Hometown Days Festival is Thursday, August 3 1" through Sunday, September 3rd at the Beecher Community Park( 908 Game Farm Road).
PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION
No report.
CITY COUNCIL REPORT
Alderman Transier reported he had received many phone calls and emails regarding the storm damage in the older part of town.
CITY CLERK' S REPORT
No report.
COMMUNITY& LIAISON REPORT
Alderman Funkhouser discussed an emergency purchase that is necessary for KenCom. The power system went down, and there was an issue with the backup system. The expense is unexpected, but KenCom is fronting the cost and is splitting the cost with the County Board. KenCom uses approximately 85% of the operations of the equipment. The issue will not be remedied for about 4 to 5 months because
of the time it takes to get the equipment.
STAFF REPORT
No report.
MAYOR' S REPORT( cont' d)
City Building Updates
(CC 2022- 04)
No update.
Water Study Update
(CC 2021- 38)
No update.
ADDITIONAL BUSINESS
None.
CITIZEN COMMENTS
None.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
None.
ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Purcell entertained a motion to adjourn the City Council meeting. So moved by Alderman Soling; seconded by Alderman Plocher.
Motion unanimously approved by a viva voce vote.
Meeting adjourned at 8: 14 p.m.
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