By Ted Schnell • BocaJump
Updates on Elgin’s graffiti removal efforts and this year’s road construction projects are scheduled to come before the City Council on Wednesday night.
BocaJump will be on hand to provide live-blogging coverage of the meeting. The council meets as a committee of the whole at 6 p.m. Its regular meeting is at 7 p.m.
Assistant City Manager Rick Kozal said Monday that Public Services Dave Lawry is scheduled to update the council on the city’s graffiti removal efforts nearly a month after the council learned there has been a 40 percent spike in graffiti reports this year. Lawry is expected to outline how the city has shifted resources in the community restitution program to ensure swifter removal of the graffiti, Kozal said.
He added that all the city’s road projects are on schedule this year, although staff is working with the contractor to resolve an issue on the Lord Street basin combined sewer separation project to resolve an issue.
Following are the agendas for both the City Council’s committee of the whole and regular meetings:
ELGIN CITY COUNCIL | CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS
Committee of the Whole meeting 6 p.m. Aug. 10
► Call to Order
► Roll Call
► Approval of Minutes of Previous Meeting - July 27, 2011
► Special Presentations and Reports
A. 2012 Budget Process: Roles, Responsibilities, Goals and Objectives
B. Road Construction Update
C. Presentation Regarding Graffiti Removal Efforts Initiatives and Other Items
D. Continued Discussion of the Senior Citizen Property Tax Rebate Program (Memo Updated since July 27 Meeting) ($825,000)
OBJECTIVE: To provide Elgin seniors with tax relief through the Senior Citizen Property Tax Rebate Program.
E. Consideration of Adoption of the Sustainability Action Plan (No Cost to the City)
OBJECTIVE: To reduce Elgin’s environmental footprint, decrease fossil fuel use and create a more vibrant community.
RECOMMENDATION: Adopt the Sustainability Action Plan developed by Elgin community members and establish a sustainability commission to oversee its implementation.
F. Consideration of Acceptance of Public Improvements within Providence Unit 1A Subdivision ($23,677 Estimated Five-year Maintenance Cost)
OBJECTIVE: Fulfill the city’s obligation to maintain reliable infrastructure for serving businesses and residents.
RECOMMENDATION: Approve the acceptance of the public improvements for ownership and maintenance in the Providence Unit 1A Subdivision west of Randall Road, south of Route 20, and east of Nesler Road.
G. Consideration of Acceptance of Public Improvements within Providence Unit 1B Subdivision ($8,454 Estimated Five-year Maintenance Cost)
OBJECTIVE: Fulfill the city’s obligation to maintain reliable infrastructure for serving businesses and residents.
RECOMMENDATION: Approve the acceptance of the public improvements for ownership and maintenance in the Providence Unit 1B Subdivision.
H. Consideration Acceptance of Public Improvements within Providence Unit 1C Subdivision ($9,067 Estimated Five-year Maintenance Cost)
OBJECTIVE: Fulfill the city’s obligation to maintain reliable infrastructure for serving businesses and residents.
RECOMMENDATION: Approve the acceptance of the public improvements for ownership and maintenance in the Providence Unit 1C Subdivision.
I. Consideration of Acceptance of Public Improvements within Shadow Hill Unit 1 Subdivision ($109,463 Estimated Five-year Maintenance Cost)
OBJECTIVE: Fulfill the city’s obligation to maintain reliable infrastructure for serving businesses and residents.
RECOMMENDATION: Approve the acceptance of the public improvements for ownership and maintenance in the Shadow Hill Unit 1 subdivision, south of South Street and east of Nesler Road.
J. Consideration of Fourth Amendment to the Engineering Services Agreement for 2006-11 Combined Sewer Overflow National Pollution Discharge Elimination System Permit Compliance ($94,000)
OBJECTIVE: To continue with the multi-year IEPA discharge pollution compliance program.
RECOMMENDATION: Approve the fourth amendment to an agreement with Carroll Engineering and Associates in the not-to-exceed amount of $94,000.
K. Consideration of a Grant Submission for Boat Launch Improvements at Slade Avenue ($220,000 Grant; City Match $22,000)
OBJECTIVE: To improve the boat launch and bike trail at Slade Avenue Park to enhance recreational opportunities and the quality of life.
RECOMMENDATION: Authorize the grant application to the state of Illinois for Boat Access Area Development funds for $220,000.
L. Consideration of a Contract with Burns & McDonnell for an Arc Flash Study ($46,400)
OBJECTIVE: Begin the process of an arc flash study to meet the requirements of the National Fire Protection Association and the Occupational Safety and Health Administration.
RECOMMENDATION: Approve a contract with Burns & McDonnell for services related to an arc flash study for $46,400.
► Announcements from Council
► Announcements from Staff
► Executive Session
M. Selection of a Person to Fill a Vacant Office, Including a Vacancy in a Public Office, When the Public Body is Given Power to Appoint Under Law or Ordinance, or the Discipline, Performance or Removal of the Occupant of a Public Office, When the Public Body is Given Power to Remove the Occupant Under Law or Ordinance - Exempt Under Section 120/2(c) (3) of the Open Meetings Act Adjournment
ELGIN CITY COUNCIL | CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS
Regular meeting 7 p.m. Aug. 10
► Call to Order
► Invocation/moment of silence — Pastor Elliott Anderson, Elgin Evangelical Free Church
► Pledge of Allegiance
► Roll Call
► Minutes of Previous Meeting – July 27, 2011
► Recognize Persons Present
► Bids
1. 11-044 Sale of Cisco Network Equipment (Revenue of $7,200)
► Other Business1. Consideration of a Request to Approve a Plat of Abrogation within the Bowes Creek Country Club Phase II Subdivision; Property Located at 3600 Bowes Road, by Toll IL L.P., as Applicant and Owner.
2. Resolution Changing the Name of Crosby Street to Dominican Way (This item must be removed from the table)
► Consent Agenda: Consent agenda items are considered routine and noncontroversial by the City Council and are enacted by one motion and one roll call vote without separate discussion unless an individual item is first removed from the consent agenda for discussion.
1. Resolution Authorizing Execution of a Plan Sponsor Signature Page for the Nationwide Retirement Solutions 2011 Restated Plan Document Initiative
2. Resolution Repealing Resolution No. 08-308 and Approving the Final Plat of Subdivision for the Alft-Randall Subdivision also known as HRT Medical Office Building (1600 North Randall Road)
3. Resolution Accepting a Map of Right-of-Way Dedication (Nava Property-3303 Route 20)
4. Resolution Accepting a Map of Right-of-Way Dedication (McKay Property-3305 Route 20)
5. Resolution Authorizing Execution of an Easement Agreement with Woodbridge North Homeowner’s Association Regarding Sidewalk Improvements at the Intersection of Randall Road and College Green Drive
6. Ordinance Amending Chapter 3.44 Entitled “Parks and Recreation Board” and Repealing Chapter 3.80 Entitled “The Centre Advisory Board” of the Elgin Municipal Code, 1976, as Amended
7. Ordinance Amending Chapter 3.75 Entitled “Cultural Arts Commission” and Repealing Chapter 3.65 Entitled “Hemmens Advisory Board” of the Elgin Municipal Code, 1976, as Amended
8. Ordinance Granting a Conditional Use for a Physical Fitness Facility in the AB Area Business District (24 Tyler Creek Plaza)
9. Ordinance Granting a Conditional Use to Permit the Expansion of an Adult Day Care Facility and Social Service Agency in the CC1 Center City District (105 South Grove Avenue and 205 Fulton Street, Suite A)
► Miscellaneous Business
1. Minutes of Various Boards and Commissions
a. Bicycle & Pedestrian Advisory Committee - May 3 and June 7, 2011
b. Foreign Fire Insurance Tax Board - April 12, 2011
c. Emergency Telephone System Board – May 19, 2011
d. Liquor Commission – July 13, 2011
e. Committee of the Whole Minute – July 13, 2011
f. City Council Minutes for July 13, 2011
► Announcements
- Next Committee of the Whole meeting: 6 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 24, in the City Council Chambers
- Next regular meeting of the Elgin City Council: 7 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 24, in the City Council Chambers
► Adjournment
The city of Elgin is subject to the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Individuals with disabilities who plan to attend this meeting and who require certain accommodations in order to allow them to observe and/or participate in this meeting, or who have questions regarding the accessibility of the meeting or the facilities, are requested to contact the Human Resources Department at 1-847-931-6076 or TT/TDD 1-847-931-5616 promptly to allow the City of Elgin to make reasonable accommodations for those persons.
