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Village of Oswego President and Board of Trustees met Sept. 17.
Here are the minutes provided by the board:
CALL TO ORDER AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
President Ryan Kauffman called the meeting to order at 7:02 p.m. Chief Jason Bastin led the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America.
President Kauffman asked for a moment of silence for Sean Fader, the OHS senior who died in a car accident on Friday; condolences to his family and friends.
ROLL CALL
Board Members Physically Present: President Ryan Kauffman; Trustees Tom Guist, Kit Kuhrt, Karin McCarthy-Lange, Karen Novy, Jennifer Jones Sinnott, and Andrew Torres.
Staff Physically Present: Dan Di Santo, Village Administrator; Jean Bueche, Asst. Village Administrator; Tina Touchette, Village Clerk; Jason Bastin, Police Chief; Jennifer Hughes, Public Works Director; Curt Cassidy, Incoming Public Works Director; Andrea Lamberg, Finance Director; Rod Zenner, Development Services Director; Joe Renzetti, IT Director; Kevin Leighty, Economic Development Director; Phil Tartaglia, Public Works Deputy Director/Engineer; Bridget Bittman, Communications Manager; Maddie Upham, Management Analyst; Christina Curry, GIS Specialist; Erin Schiber, HR Generalist; and Dave Silverman, Village Attorney.
RECOGNITIONS/APPOINTMENTS
D.1 Oath of Office
a) Matthew J. Ferneau- Police Officer
President Kauffman asked Matthew Ferneau and Chief Bastin to come forward. Chief Bastin spoke briefly about Matthew’s work history and family members who were in attendance. President Kauffman administered the oath. Pictures were taken.
Chief Bastin introduced our Police Commissioners and noted they are the individuals who hire the officers. He thanked them for their service.
D.2 Employee Service Awards
a) Erin Schiber- 20 Years of Service (Human Resources Department)
President Kauffman asked Erin to come to the front. Asst. Village Administrator Bueche spoke about Erin and her accomplishments. Erin stated it’s been a pleasure to serve the Village of Oswego. President Kauffman presented her with her service award. Pictures were taken.
D.3 Proclamation- Human Resource Professional Day, September 26, 2024
President Kauffman read the proclamation and presented a copy to Asst. Village Administrator Bueche and Erin Schiber. Pictures were taken.
D.4 Business of the Month Recognition - Scott Eye Care, Ltd.
President Kauffman asked representatives of Scott Eye Care, Director Leighty, and Economic Development Commission members to come up to the front. President Kauffman stated the following:
I’d like to extend our congratulations to Scott Eye Care for being featured as the Economic Development Commission’s Business of the Month for September. Each month, the Economic
Development Commissioners nominate and vote on a business to feature which has demonstrated significant involvement in the Oswego community. This month features Scott Eye Care, which is owned by Dr. Ron Weingart and Dr. Chula. Scott Eye Care has been in business now for over 33 years after being first opened by Ron and Chula back in 1991. Since that time, they have provided an array of eye care services, such as eyeglasses, contact lenses, along with much needed specialty services such as vision therapy, dry eye symptom treatment, sports vision therapy, medical optometry, and much more. In May 2007, Ron and Chula made a major commitment to the Oswego community by designing and constructing a new office building at 2075 Wiesbrook Drive. At the time, it would have easily been considered one of the most energy efficient and lowest carbon footprint office construction projects in the entire Fox Valley area. Both Ron and Chula have been long time contributors to their mutual profession and community. They are both members of the American and Illinois Optometric Associations and Ron has previously served as President of two local optometric organizations. If that wasn’t enough, Ron has also proudly served as a Major in the Air Force Reserve for 22 years which included an Active Duty Tour during Desert Storm in 1991. Additionally, Ron and Chula have traveled extensively to foreign countries continuing their charity work abroad by providing free eye care and eyewear to patients in the most need across the world. They have continued this type of work at home as well at local homeless shelters and partnered with nearby school districts for students who need optometry services most. Please join me again in congratulating Scott Eye Care for being the September 2024 Business of the Month and thanking them for all the contributions they have made to our community.
President Kauffman presented the certificate of recognition to Dr. Weingart and Dr. Chula. Dr. Weingart thanked everyone for the support and appreciates the recognition. Pictures were taken.
D.5 Proclamation- Oswego Area Chamber of Commerce Week, September 15-21, 2024 President Kauffman read the proclamation.
D.6 Proclamation- National IT Professionals Day, September 17, 2024
President Kauffman asked Director Renzetti to come to the front. Christina Curry joined him. President Kauffman read the proclamation and presented a copy to Director Renzetti and Christina Curry. Pictures were taken. Administrator Di Santo noted that Christina Curry is responsible for putting together the GIS development map that is currently on the Village’s website.
D.7 Proclamation- Constitution Week, September 17-23, 2024
President Kauffman read the proclamation.
D.8 Planning & Zoning Commission
a) Re-appoint Justin Sather for a Term to Expire October 6, 2028
A motion was made by Trustee McCarthy-Lange and seconded by Trustee Kuhrt to approve the Re-Appointment of Justin Sather for a Term to Expire October 6, 2028.
Aye: Tom Guist Jennifer Jones Sinnott
Kit Kuhrt Karin McCarthy-Lange
Karen Novy Andrew Torres
Nay: None
The motion was declared carried by a roll call vote with six (6) aye votes and zero (0) nay votes. b) Re-appoint Andrew McCallum for a Term to Expire October 6, 2028
A motion was made by Trustee Guist and seconded by Trustee Jones Sinnott to approve the Re-Appointment of Andrew McCallum for a Term to Expire October 6, 2028.
Aye: Tom Guist Jennifer Jones Sinnott
Kit Kuhrt Karin McCarthy-Lange
Karen Novy Andrew Torres
Nay: None
The motion was declared carried by a roll call vote with six (6) aye votes and zero (0) nay votes. c) Appoint Joel Pyle for a Term to Expire October 6, 2025
A motion was made by Trustee McCarthy-Lange and seconded by Trustee Novy to approve the Appointment of Joel Pyle for a Term to Expire October 6, 2025.
Aye: Tom Guist Jennifer Jones Sinnott
Kit Kuhrt Karin McCarthy-Lange
Karen Novy Andrew Torres
Nay: None
The motion was declared carried by a roll call vote with six (6) aye votes and zero (0) nay votes. Joel Pyle was in attendance.
PUBLIC FORUM
Public Forum was opened at 7:27 p.m. There was no one who requested to speak. The public forum was closed at 7:27 p.m.
STAFF REPORTS
Director Hughes introduced the incoming Public Works Director, Curt Cassidy. He came from Mesquite, TX where he was the Public Works Director; he is originally from Illinois; we are excited to have him here; he will take over at the end of the year; she has worked with him for the past two days; he will be an incredible asset to the Village; the community will love him. Curt stated it is an honor to join the Village and is ready to get started. The Village Board welcomed him.
CONSENT AGENDA
G.1 September 3, 2024 Committee of the Whole Minutes
G.2 September 3, 2024 Regular Village Board Minutes
G.3 September 3, 2024 Closed Session Minutes; Approve but Not Release
G.4 Ordinance Amending Title 3 Chapter 7; Decrease Class C Liquor License for Central Florida Restaurants, Inc. d.b.a. TGI Friday's Located at 2410 US Highway 34.
G.5 Ordinance Amending Title 3 Chapter 7; Decrease Class R Liquor License for LBJMC-RV, LLC d.b.a. Fox Bluff RV Resort Located at 8045 Van Emmon Road, Yorkville, IL.
G.6 Resolution Authorizing the Execution of a Joint Funding Agreement for Federally Funded Construction with the State of Illinois and Appropriation of $32,350 for the use of Safe Routes to School Grant for Speed Feedback Signs on Mill Road.
G.7 Ordinance Authorizing the Disposal of Surplus Property Owned by the Village of Oswego, Kendall & Will Counties, Illinois.
G.8 Resolution Authorizing the Execution of an Amendment to the Second Escrow Intergovernmental Agreement Approved by Resolution No. 24-R-24 between the Village of Montgomery, the Village of Oswego, the United City of Yorkville, and the DuPage Water Commission. Additional discussion focused on kudos to the engineers, for the DuPage Water Commission, for finding a way to save $300,000.
A motion was made by Trustee McCarthy-Lange and seconded by Trustee Jones Sinnott to approve the Consent Agenda; Approving the September 3, 2024 Committee of the Whole Minutes; Approving the September 3, 2024 Regular Village Board Minutes; Approving but Not Releasing the September 3, 2024 Closed Session Minutes and Approving the following ordinances and resolutions:
Ordinance No. 24-74; Ordinance Amending Title 3 Chapter 7; Decrease Class C Liquor License for Central Florida Restaurants, Inc. d.b.a. TGI Friday's Located at 2410 US Highway 34. Ordinance No. 24-75; Ordinance Amending Title 3 Chapter 7; Decrease Class R Liquor License for LBJMC-RV, LLC d.b.a. Fox Bluff RV Resort Located at 8045 Van Emmon Road, Yorkville, IL. Ordinance No. 24-76; Ordinance Authorizing the Disposal of Surplus Property Owned by the Village of Oswego, Kendall & Will Counties, Illinois.
Resolution No. 24-R-68; Resolution Authorizing the Execution of a Joint Funding Agreement for Federally Funded Construction with the State of Illinois and Appropriation of $32,350 for the use of Safe Routes to School Grant for Speed Feedback Signs on Mill Road.
Resolution No. 24-R-69; Resolution Authorizing the Execution of an Amendment to the Second Escrow Intergovernmental Agreement Approved by Resolution No. 24-R-24 between the Village of Montgomery, the Village of Oswego, the United City of Yorkville, and the DuPage Water Commission.
Aye: Tom Guist Jennifer Jones Sinnott
Kit Kuhrt Karin McCarthy-Lange
Karen Novy Andrew Torres
Nay: None
The motion was declared carried by an omnibus roll call vote with six (6) aye votes and zero (0) nay votes.
BILL LIST
H.1 Approve Bill List Dated September 17, 2024, in the Amount of $436,454.56.
A motion was made by Trustee Jones Sinnott and seconded by Trustee Novy to approve the Bill List Dated September 17, 2024, in the Amount of $436,454.56.
Aye: Tom Guist Jennifer Jones Sinnott
Kit Kuhrt Karin McCarthy-Lange
Karen Novy Andrew Torres
Nay: None
The motion was declared carried by a roll call vote with six (6) aye votes and zero (0) nay votes.
OLD BUSINESS
There was no old business.
NEW BUSINESS
J.1 Resolution Authorizing the Execution of an Agreement with Bradford N. Smith Trust (Building Owner) for the Placement of a Public Art Mural on Adams Street Parcel 03-17-312-001. Resolution No. 24-R-70
Communications Manager, Bittman addressed the Board regarding an agreement for placement of public art. The Cultural Arts Commission (CAC) received verbal approval from Brad Smith (Bradford N. Smith Trust), the owner of the silos on Adams Street; across from 168 S. Adams Street, to paint the public mural. The next step is to secure a landowner agreement with Mr. Smith to use the property. There was discussion at the September 3rd Board Meeting about finishing the remaining sides of the two silos for while the artist is already onsite. The CAC is planning on submitting a proposal to complete the remaining sides of the two silos as well as the third silo in its CY2025 budget. After the September 3rd meeting, staff contacted the artist to determine how much it would cost to complete all three silos, at the same time, in October. The artist advised it would cost an additional $3,500, bringing the total project cost to $14,300. The landowner has verbally approved the use of the third silo. The (CAC) will use the $10,526 remaining in its TY2024 budget to fund the $10,800 project agreement with the artist. If the Village Board approves expanding the project to three silos for an additional $3,500, the funds can be deducted from the CAC’s CY2025 budget.
Board and staff discussion focused on doing all three silos; no reason to wait; Administrator Di Santo will approve the mural agreement and payment to the artist as it is within his purchasing/spending authority; if the third silo is approved, the agreement will need to be amended to reflect three silos versus two; third mural will be a continuation of the same theme as the other two silos. There was no further discussion.
A motion was made by Trustee McCarthy-Lange and seconded by Trustee Novy to Approve a Resolution Authorizing the Execution of an Agreement with Bradford N. Smith Trust (Building Owner) for the Placement of a Public Art Mural on Adams Street Parcel 03-17-312-001; Includes three murals and an Additional $3,500.00.
Aye: Tom Guist Jennifer Jones Sinnott
Kit Kuhrt Karin McCarthy-Lange
Karen Novy Andrew Torres
Nay: None
The motion was declared carried by a roll call vote with six (6) aye votes and zero (0) nay votes.
J.2 Consider a Concept Plan for Megalodome Golf, a 100-Acre Commercial Development Which Would Include 4 Golf Domes (each 300 ft by 900 ft) and a Clubhouse, as Well as Out Lots to be Reserved for Future Development.
Director Zenner addressed the Board regarding a concept plan for Megalodome. The 100-acre property is located west of Route 30 and north of Rance Road. The property is currently unincorporated, zoned A-1 Agricultural (Will County). The Comprehensive Plan Proposed Land Use Map designates the subject area as “Large Lot Residential” in District 3, which calls for low density single-family homes. While the proposed use does not meet the proposed land use map, staff acknowledges that it is adjacent to a high-traffic road (Route 30) and promotes the Comprehensive Plan’s overall goal to maintain a strong economic base. The scorecard below shows how the proposed size and density of this project relates to the Wolf’s Crossing corridor in its entirety. While the project does not propose any residential units, it would utilize 100 acres of land previously designated for residential use.
| Total Permitted | Current Proposal Megalodome | Remaining | |
| Acres | 3,435 | 100 | 2,158 |
| Units | 9,154 | ||
| Single-Family | 5,858 | 0 | 3,912 |
| Townhomes/Multi | 3,296 | 0 | 1,736 |
Applicants Bertrand Quentin, President and General Manager, and Alain Desrochers, Vice President were in attendance to answer questions.
Carrie Hansen, Director of Planning & Government Service for Schoppe Design Associates, played a brief video and presented the following to the Board:
Board, staff, applicant, and Schoppe Design discussion focused on next revolution of golf is indoors; no one in the world has this; great that we are considering the adding of a 3rd floor; need a place to keep people in Oswego for events; a lot of positive things and putting Oswego on the map; safety features in the case of a bad event; will be fully inflated all year long; will use generators; only thing that would take it down is a tornado; engineer’s design will provide more information; range of price to play is $60-$125; open range would be $35-$65/hour; open to everyone; you do not need to be a member; Arizona inspired scenery is because it is exotic; scenery is made up of: artificial trees and grass, ponds and real sand; ponds will be 18” deep; 40% grass; 60% ponds; grass will be of different types; highest quality of grass; will have the ability to change the course; exterior color will be natural; currently evaluating the exterior color; need to realize these are large structures and it’s important to look at something other than white; great concept; drawings and images are different than what was shown; previously looked at Montreal and Vancouver; clubhouse will be located between domes 1 and 4 so you can see inside the domes; will talk to the State, about Route 30, once the Village is comfortable with the project; will work on engineering and utilities before it comes back to the Board; why we are taking 100 acres away from residential but not taking the numbers away from the scorecard; would like to discuss the scorecard numbers in the future; scorecard is holding us over until our comprehensive plan; 20 on-site and 3 off-site jobs not including construction workers; timeframe to start the project; one dome opening in 2025 and building the other domes in 2026; starting clubhouse by next Fall and completed in 2026; clarification on number of rounds played in a year; TopGolf has 300,000 rounds/year; practice facility makes money and is for helping your golf game; clubhouse will not be elevated to overlook the domes; will have bay windows to look into the domes; maintenance on the outside of the dome; wear and tear of the domes; plan for cleaning the dirt off the domes; domes have three layers of fabric; domes are very tough and last over 20 years; looking at different colors other than white. There was no further discussion.
A motion was made by Trustee Jones Sinnott and seconded by Trustee Torres to approve a Concept Plan for Megalodome Golf, a 100-Acre Commercial Development Which Would Include 4 Golf Domes (each 300 ft by 900 ft) and a Clubhouse, as Well as Out Lots to be Reserved for Future Development.
Aye: Tom Guist Jennifer Jones Sinnott
Kit Kuhrt Karin McCarthy-Lange
Karen Novy Andrew Torres
Nay: None
The motion was declared carried by a roll call vote with six (6) aye votes and zero (0) nay votes.
TRUSTEE REPORTS
Trustee McCarthy-Lange-very exciting night; welcome to Curt Cassidy; congratulations to the new officer and Erin Schiber on her 20 years of service; kudos to staff for making an environment for employees to stay; good crowd for Fleetwood Mac concert; Administrator Di Santo noted there will be a recap of events at the October 15th Board meeting; will be attending IML this week; heavy heart for the loss of the OHS student, alumni, and teacher; please say a prayer for the families; hug your family tight tonight.
Trustee Torres- welcome to Curt Cassidy and the new officer; law enforcement values; congratulations to Scott Eye Care; community is growing, but still has roots; hold loved ones closely; hearts are with you.
Trustee Kuhrt- thank you to Erin Schiber for her 20 years of service; welcome to Curt Cassidy; attending IML.
Trustee Novy- thoughts and prayers to the family of Sean Fader, the alumni and teacher; welcome to Curt Cassidy; thank you to Erin Schiber; not attending IML.
Trustee Jones Sinnott- strength and continued involvement with people; welcome to Curt Cassidy; thank you to President Kauffman for always doing proclamations; thank you for commission members for stepping-up and being re-appointed; lateral program is working; welcome the installation of the speed feedback signs; ribbons were placed on the trees in Gates Creek; good to see community pull together; busy couple days at IML; will bring back thoughts and ideas.
Trustee Guist- welcome to new officer; lateral program is a good thing; welcome to Curt Cassidy; will be hard to see Director Hughes go; condolences to the three families.
PRESIDENT’S REPORT
Congratulations to Erin Schiber; thank you to the new officer; congratulations to Scott Eye Care; like swearing in officers; thoughts and prayers for Sean Fader; can’t imagine what his parents are going through; thoughts for the family and friends of the alumni and teacher; sincere condolences for all three families; thank you to the school representatives for coming tonight and presenting at the Committee of the Whole; really great to hear the information; hopefully, concerns will come down a bit; thank you for the School Board President and members for attending; welcome to Curt Cassidy; very lucky and privileged to have him; will be filling very big shoes; upgrades to the intersection on Mill is appreciated; thank you to Director Hughes for finding this grant; IML is this week; lots of training and courses; this will be my 6th time attending; always learn something new.
CLOSED SESSION
There was no closed session.
ADJOURNMENT
A motion was made by Trustee Torres and seconded by Trustee Jones Sinnott to adjourn the meeting; upon a voice vote with all remaining members present voting aye, the meeting was adjourned at 8:36 p.m.
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