Kane County Development Committee met Sept. 18.
Here is the minutes provided by the committee:
1. Call to Order
Chairman Kojzarek called the meeting to order at 10:00 AM.
| Attendee Name | Title | Status | Arrived |
| Margaret Auger | Board Member | Present | |
| Theresa Barreiro | Board Member | Late | 10:04 AM |
| Ron Ford | Board Member | Present | |
| Drew Frasz | Ex-Officio (Transportation Chairman) | Late | 10:04 AM |
| Michael Kenyon | Ex-Officio (Forest Preserve President) | Present | |
| Bill Lenert | Board Member | Absent | |
| John Martin | Vice Chair | Absent | |
| Thomas Smith | Board Member | Present | |
| Kurt R. Kojzarek | Chairman | Present |
2. Approval of Minutes: August 21, 2018
RESULT: APPROVED WITH VOICE VOTE [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Margaret Auger, Board Member
SECONDER: Ron Ford, Board Member
AYES: Margaret Auger, Ron Ford, Michael Kenyon, Thomas Smith, Kurt R. Kojzarek
ABSENT: Theresa Barreiro, Drew Frasz, Bill Lenert, John Martin
3. Monthly Financials
(Barreiro and Frasz arrive @ 10:04 a.m.) Monthly financial reports were included in the agenda packet. Finance staff Waggoner reported in the General Fund, Development has been trending slightly over the recommendation for this time of year because of encumbrances. Finance will continue to monitor the issue. Special Revenue Fund overages have been reviewed and are due to transfers out at the beginning of the year.
4. Public Comment
Chairman Kojzarek announced Petition #4460 will continue to be tabled, per the request of the petitioner. He gave each person who signed up to speak on the petition an option to speak or to carry their request on until the next month. Daniel Holbrook, John Reyes, Brenda Quinn, John Quinn, and Steve Fidler decided to hold their comments until the next committee meeting.
Ryan Dolan, Dolan and Murphy Inc. – Dolan spoke as a representative for the property owner noting the proposed plan would utilize the property for storage of vehicles, RVs, landscaping equipment, etc. It was of his opinion that the site would be good for the proposed usage because the properties to the west and south have heavy industrial use. The developer is open to speaking with the neighbors regarding their concerns in order to work together.
Alex Finke, Realty Assoc. of Fox Valley - Finke shared his concerns regarding the proposed developer fee increase. He agreed that it was time for an increase but felt the committee should consider the balance between long-term operation revenue through property taxes and an upfront fee. He felt the County's concerns should not be paid for by the developers. Finke discussed the Priced-Out model and how a fee increase would affect the real estate market.
Silva spoke on behalf of the residents in opposition to Petition #4460 noting they do not feel this would be a good type of business for their district. She noted her concerns over future development and hours of operation.
5. Building & Zoning Division
Dir. VanKerkhoff provided a verbal report noting they have continued to remain busy with building permit activity and property maintenance/code enforcement.
A. Zoning Petitions
PETITION NO. 4460: Ronald Hill, et al
The petitioner has requested this petition be tabled.
RESULT: TABLED NVR
PETITION NO. 4463: James Peterson, et ux
The petitioner has requested rezoning from F-District Farming to F-1 District Rural Residential 2040 Plan: Agricultural. The ZBA recommends approval. There are no objectors.
RESULT: MOVED FORWARD BY VOICE VOTE [UNANIMOUS] Next: 10/9/2018 9:45 AM
TO: County Board
MOVER: Drew Frasz, Ex-Officio (Transportation Chairman)
SECONDER: Thomas Smith, Board Member
AYES: Margaret Auger, Theresa Barreiro, Ron Ford, Drew Frasz, Michael Kenyon, Thomas Smith, Kurt R. Kojzarek
ABSENT: Bill Lenert, John Martin
B. Building & Water Resources Permit Fees: Options for Development
Referencing a presentation included in the agenda packet, Dir. VanKerkhoff shared a brief overview of the building permit fee study. He reviewed spreadsheets comparing rate increases of 50%, 75%, and 100% then provided staff recommendations for each category. The proposed fee schedule should generate approximately $500,000 in additional revenue. Considerable discussion followed.
Kojzarek stated the intent of raising the fees would be to offset expenses by generating additional revenue. If the fees are raised too high, it will deter new construction and hurt the general revenue down the line. Kane County has a rural and urban mix with a substantial portion of the 2040 Plan that covers new construction, expansion, and growth populations. The more people brought into the County, the larger the tax base.
Environmental Dir. Wollnik reported they are in the process of updating the County's Stormwater Management Ordinance and have already made some updates to the fee schedule. She asked the committee to hold off on any final recommendations until early 2019 so they can be sure that the schedule is in line with the updated Ordinance. Wollnik shared an overview of the areas they updated and provided recommendations for the committee to review.
Kojzarek agreed with the staff's proposals. He felt they were fair and in line with the surrounding areas. They will not put the County in a position where it would deter new construction or renovations. The changes will cover the County's costs and not put an extra strain on the budget. Brief discussion followed.
There was a consensus amongst the committee members to move forward with a resolution at the next committee meeting with staff recommendations at the 50% level.
6. Planning & Special Projects
Dir. VanKerkhoff shared highlights from the monthly report included in the agenda packet. He provided an overview of the Farm to School grant program.
A. Proposed Kane Energy Efficiency Program (KEEP) Update
Dir. VanKerkhoff provided a verbal update on KEEP noting the Illinois Energy Conservation Authority has been named the third-party administrator. They have been working on an aggressive schedule to get the program in place. He discussed the next steps and asked the committee's permission to put together a cooperative group on developing a report.
7. Subdivision
A. Approval - Variance to Minor Subdivision Process for Kenneth Knierim, et. ux - KeDeKa Rd
This approves a variance to a minor subdivision process for Kenneth Knierim, et. ux - KeDeKa Rd PIN: 14-09-100-018. The proposed subdivision will have five single-family lots as a Minor Subdivision (and one open space lot if designed as such for the detention facility). Staff has recommended approval.
RESULT: APPROVED BY VOICE VOTE [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Drew Frasz, Ex-Officio (Transportation Chairman)
SECONDER: Michael Kenyon, Ex-Officio (Forest Preserve President)
AYES: Margaret Auger, Theresa Barreiro, Ron Ford, Drew Frasz, Michael Kenyon, Thomas Smith, Kurt R. Kojzarek
ABSENT: Bill Lenert, John Martin
8. Environmental Resources
None
9. Water Resources
A. Cost-Share Presentation
Referencing a presentation included in the agenda packet, Dir. Wollnik provided an overview of cost- share drainage projects for Jericho Road and Bowes Bend Drive.
B. Cost Share Approval 2018-002 - Jericho/Golfview
The residents of Golfview experience significant flooding because of inadequate drainage south of the BNSF tracks. The partners have been working with the residents to improve the reliability of the pipe downstream of the tracks to ensure the water drains down in a timely manner. The Park District has constructed an infiltration system and City has replaced piping under Jericho Road. The County’s funds will reconstruct a drainage system downstream of Jericho. The residents will be responsible for funding any additional improvements north of the tracks.
RESULT: APPROVED BY VOICE VOTE [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Drew Frasz, Ex-Officio (Transportation Chairman)
SECONDER: Michael Kenyon, Ex-Officio (Forest Preserve President)
AYES: Margaret Auger, Theresa Barreiro, Ron Ford, Drew Frasz, Michael Kenyon, Thomas Smith, Kurt R. Kojzarek
ABSENT: Bill Lenert, John Martin
C. Cost-Share Approval 2018-003 - Bowes Bend
The existing drain tile is in disrepair and has caused significant flooding and groundwater issues for homes on Current Court and Bowes Bend Dr. The third phase of the project will reconstruct a key section of the tile and create a bubble up structure to provide relief to the downstream system. They have anticipated additional repairs will be required once this work is completed and continue the phased reconstruction of the line. (Smith steps away @ 11:02 a.m.)
RESULT: APPROVED BY VOICE VOTE [6 TO 0]
MOVER: Drew Frasz, Ex-Officio (Transportation Chairman)
SECONDER: Margaret Auger, Board Member
AYES: Margaret Auger, Theresa Barreiro, Ron Ford, Drew Frasz, Michael Kenyon, Kurt R. Kojzarek
ABSENT: Bill Lenert, John Martin
AWAY: Thomas Smith
10. Office of Community Reinvestment
None
11. Settlers Hill End Use Update
Dir. Wollnik reported the amount of material coming into the landfill was not sufficient to keep the contractor busy therefore; they have temporarily pulled of the site. In the meantime, the site has received enough material to complete Phase II. Wollnik discussed the need to have the property seeded by the end of fall. She explained the next steps to completing Phase II and asked for the committee’s approval to present a resolution directly at Finance committee utilizing a different contractor. There was a consensus amongst the committee members to move forward with Phase II.
A. Resolution: Authorizing Change Order for Additional Construction Services for Settlers Hill Cross Country Course with Curran Contracting Company, Crystal Lake, IL.
This item was pulled by Dir. Wollnik.
RESULT: PULLED FROM AGENDA
12. New Business
None
A change in the agenda order followed.
13. Executive Session
The committee moved into Closed Session at 11:06 a.m. to discuss Release of Closed Session Minutes.
RESULT: APPROVED BY ROLL CALL VOTE [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Theresa Barreiro, Board Member
SECONDER: Ron Ford, Board Member
AYES: Margaret Auger, Theresa Barreiro, Ron Ford, Drew Frasz, Michael Kenyon, Thomas Smith,
Kurt R. Kojzarek
ABSENT: Bill Lenert, John Martin
Return to Open Session
The committee returned to Open Session at 11:07 a.m.
14. Release of Closed Session Minutes
RESULT: APPROVED WITH VOICE VOTE [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Michael Kenyon, Ex-Officio (Forest Preserve President)
SECONDER: Ron Ford, Board Member
AYES: Margaret Auger, Theresa Barreiro, Ron Ford, Drew Frasz, Michael Kenyon, Thomas Smith, Kurt R. Kojzarek
ABSENT: Bill Lenert, John Martin
15. Reports Placed On File
RESULT: PLACE WRITTEN REPORTS ON FILE [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Drew Frasz, Ex-Officio (Transportation Chairman)
SECONDER: Ron Ford, Board Member
AYES: Margaret Auger, Theresa Barreiro, Ron Ford, Drew Frasz, Michael Kenyon, Thomas Smith,
Kurt R. Kojzarek
ABSENT: Bill Lenert, John Martin
16. Adjournment
RESULT: ADJOURNED BY VOICE VOTE [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Thomas Smith, Board Member
SECONDER: Michael Kenyon, Ex-Officio (Forest Preserve President)
AYES: Margaret Auger, Theresa Barreiro, Ron Ford, Drew Frasz, Michael Kenyon, Thomas Smith, Kurt R. Kojzarek
ABSENT: Bill Lenert, John Martin
This meeting was adjourned at 11:09 AM.
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