Kane County Development Committee met Tuesday, Oct. 16.
Here is the minutes provided by the committee:
1. Call to Order
Chairman Kojzarek called the meeting to order at 10:12 a.m.
| Attendee Name | Title | Status | Arrived |
| Margaret Auger | Board Member | Present | |
| Theresa Barreiro | Board Member | Late | 10:16 AM |
| Ron Ford | Board Member | Present | |
| Drew Frasz | Ex-Officio (Transportation Chairman) | Present | |
| Michael Kenyon | Ex-Officio (Forest Preserve President) | Present | |
| Bill Lenert | Board Member | Present | |
| John Martin | Vice Chair | Present | |
| Thomas Smith | Board Member | Present | |
| Kurt R. Kojzarek | Chairman | Present |
2. Approval of Minutes: September 18, 2018 & October 3, 2018
RESULT: APPROVED WITH VOICE VOTE [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Margaret Auger, Board Member
SECONDER: Drew Frasz, Ex-Officio (Transportation Chairman)
AYES: Margaret Auger, Ron Ford, Drew Frasz, Michael Kenyon, Bill Lenert, John Martin, Thomas Smith, Kurt R. Kojzarek
ABSENT: Theresa Barreiro
3. Monthly Financials
Monthly reports were included in the agenda packet. Finance staff Waggoner reported in the General Fund the Development Department has continued to trend slightly over the recommended amount for this time year due to an encumbrance. Special Revenue Fund overages have been reviewed and are due to transfers, encumbrances, or grant timing. They will continue to monitor each area.
4. Public Comment
None
5. Building & Zoning Division
Dir. VanKerkhoff provided a verbal report noting his office has continued to stay busy with permits. He thanked the committee for allowing them to fill the staff vacancy and announced his department is fully staffed. VanKerkhoff presented the following petitions:
A. PETITION NO. 4470: Mill Creek Land Company
The petitioner is requesting a major adjustment to the existing Mill Creek Planned Unit Development to allow for the construction of 17 single-family row homes. Area property owners have objected. The ZBA voted to approve. (Barreiro arrives @ 10:16 a.m.)
Ms. Katie Sorensen, Mill Creek Resident, spoke in opposition to the petition noting there are no row homes or townhouses in the south side of Mill Creek. She did not think 17 row homes would fit into the proposed area. Sorensen shared her concerns over small children with the ponds and busy road. She suggested using the area for a cul-de-sac with family homes. Sorensen asked the committee to consider the parking issues when reviewing the proposed plans.
Ms. Sara Jones, Mill Creek Resident, spoke in opposition noting she felt the row houses would not conform with existing homes in that area. She proposed using the parking lot area for recreational purposes such as a basketball court or tennis courts.
Ms. Brandi Klein, Mill Creek Resident, spoke in opposition to the petition by noting her concerns over Mill Creek parking, pond maintenance, and the number of row homes proposed. Klein felt the vote on this petition should be postponed until the issues at Shodeen’s Elburn Station have been reconciled.
Mr. David Patzelt, Senior Vice President of Shodeen, responded to comments by providing an overview of the proposed plan. The east part of the parking lot was sold to the Geneva Park District prior to this redevelopment plan. The park district was not interested in this portion of the land. Geneva Park District reviewed the proposed plan and has no objections to the way the roadways and alleys flow into the parking lot. The philosophy of the Mill Creek Development has been to integrate many different residential styles and sizes throughout the neighborhood. That philosophy allows for varying socioeconomic classes of individuals within the same community. Patzelt explained the property is currently zoned for commercial use. The two-page list within the PUD for permitted uses includes a car wash, auto service, and liquor store. Shodeen has decided to down zone the property to a residential use to better conform with the existing neighborhood. In response to questions regarding the pond, Patzelt explained it is owned by the Kane County Forest Preserve and under the maintenance of the Mill Creek Special Service Area (SSA). He discussed how the proposal meets setback guidelines for the pond and wetland buffer. This section will use the same guidelines for the Homeowners’ Association (HOA) as established in the north end of the subdivision. Patzelt pointed out that the exhibit showing the parking summary exceeds the parking requirements within the Kane County Ordinance.
Frasz said many ideas have been discussed over the years. He shared a brief overview of the subdivision noting the proposed product exists on the northern end and is a nice product. The current list of approved commercial uses may not be very acceptable to the residents. He felt they should table this decision for 30 days, giving the developer time to meet with residents over their concerns. He suggested the developer go to a lower density or use the next level of product.
RESULT: TABLED [8 TO 1]
MOVER: Drew Frasz, Ex-Officio (Transportation Chairman)
SECONDER: Ron Ford, Board Member
AYES: Margaret Auger, Theresa Barreiro, Ron Ford, Drew Frasz, Michael Kenyon, Bill Lenert, Thomas Smith, Kurt R. Kojzarek
NAYS: John Martin
B. PETITION NO. 4471: Miguel Bautista
Dir. VanKerkhoff asked that this petition be tabled.
RESULT: TABLED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Margaret Auger, Board Member
SECONDER: Thomas Smith, Board Member
AYES: Margaret Auger, Theresa Barreiro, Ron Ford, Drew Frasz, Michael Kenyon, Bill Lenert, John Martin, Thomas Smith, Kurt R. Kojzarek
C. Approve: Minor Adjustment to Special Use (Petition 4100) - Equestrian Events - 45W015 Welter Road (07-24-200-007)
This authorizes a minor adjustment to Special Use (Petition 4100) for Equestrian Events at 45W015 Welter Road (07-24-200-007).
RESULT: APPROVED 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, Bill Lenert, John Martin, Thomas Smith, Kurt R. Kojzarek
D. Resolution: Approving the Extension of Eight Cable Television Franchise Agreements with Subsidiaries of Comcast Corporation
This authorizes the extension of 8 cable television franchise agreements with subsidiaries of Comcast Corporation a listed in Attachment A to November 30, 2019, in accordance with applicable state and federal laws with the following stipulations; 1) all past ordinances will continue to be in full force and effect; 2) the County is not waiving any rights asserted in current or future litigation 3) any renegotiated agreement executed prior to November 30, 2019 will replace in its entirety the extended agreement(s).
RESULT: MOVED FORWARD WITH VOICE VOTE [UNANIMOUS] Next: 11/7/2018 9:00 AM
TO: Executive Committee
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, Bill Lenert, John Martin, Thomas Smith, Kurt R. Kojzarek
E. Ordinance: Amending Chapter 6 of the Kane County Code Buildings and Building Regulations: Article IV Fees
This amends Chapter 6 of the Kane County Code (on file with the County Clerk) effective January 1, 2019 to include updated permit fees. It further changes the existing text of Chapter 6, Buildings and Building Regulations, of the Kane County Code, is hereby amended as (on file with the County Clerk), effective as of January 1, 2019.
RESULT: MOVED FORWARD WITH VOICE VOTE [UNANIMOUS] Next: 11/7/2018 9:00 AM
TO: Executive Committee
MOVER: Michael Kenyon, Ex-Officio (Forest Preserve President)
SECONDER: Thomas Smith, Board Member
AYES: Margaret Auger, Theresa Barreiro, Ron Ford, Drew Frasz, Michael Kenyon, Bill Lenert, John Martin, Thomas Smith, Kurt R. Kojzarek
6. Planning & Special Projects
Dir. VanKerkhoff noted the monthly reports have been included in the agenda packet.
7. Subdivision
Environmental/Water Resources Dir. Wollnik presented the following for approval.
A. Resolution: Appointing a Plat Officer for Kane County
This appoints Jodie Wollnik serve as the Kane County Plat Officer.
RESULT: MOVED FORWARD WITH VOICE VOTE [UNANIMOUS] Next: 11/7/2018 9:00 AM
TO: Executive Committee
MOVER: Theresa Barreiro, Board Member
SECONDER: Margaret Auger, Board Member
AYES: Margaret Auger, Theresa Barreiro, Ron Ford, Drew Frasz, Michael Kenyon, Bill Lenert, John Martin, Thomas Smith, Kurt R. Kojzarek
B. Approve: Whitmore Place PUD Minor Adjustment (WP-18-01) Lot Owners of Whitmore Place Lots 1, 2, 3, & 4 are Requesting an Adjustment of the Rear Yard Setback from Twenty (20) feet to Ten (10) feet for Future Accessory Structures 34W402, 386, 372 and 358 Valley Circle, Section 11, St. Charles Township
This approves an adjustment for Whitmore Place Lots 1, 2, 3, & 4 of the Rear Yard Setback from 20 feet to 10 feet for Future Accessory Structures. 34W402, 386, 372 and 358 Valley Circle, Section 11, St. Charles Township Whitmore Place PUD Minor Adjustment (WP-18-01).
Robin Hood, Kane County resident, questioned how the setbacks will affect fences. Dir. Wollnik responded the change will not affect fences.
RESULT: APPROVED BY VOICE VOTE [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Drew Frasz, Ex-Officio (Transportation Chairman)
SECONDER: Margaret Auger, Board Member
AYES: Margaret Auger, Theresa Barreiro, Ron Ford, Drew Frasz, Michael Kenyon, Bill Lenert, John Martin, Thomas Smith, Kurt R. Kojzarek
8. Environmental Resources
Dir. Wollnik presented the following resolution:
A. Resolution: Approving Personnel Replacement Hiring - Development Technician
This authorizes Environmental/Water Resources to hire and fill the vacant Development Technician position with an annual salary between $40,000- $60,000.
RESULT: MOVED FORWARD WITH VOICE VOTE [UNANIMOUS] Next: 10/31/2018 9:00 AM
TO: Finance and Budget Committee
MOVER: Ron Ford, Board Member
SECONDER: Theresa Barreiro, Board Member
AYES: Margaret Auger, Theresa Barreiro, Ron Ford, Drew Frasz, Michael Kenyon, Bill Lenert, John Martin, Thomas Smith, Kurt R. Kojzarek
9. Water Resources
None
10. Office of Community Reinvestment
None
11. Settlers Hill End Use Update
None
12. New Business
None
13. Reports Placed On File
RESULT: PLACE WRITTEN REPORTS ON FILE [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Margaret Auger, Board Member
SECONDER: Ron Ford, Board Member
AYES: Margaret Auger, Theresa Barreiro, Ron Ford, Drew Frasz, Michael Kenyon, Bill Lenert, John Martin, Thomas Smith, Kurt R. Kojzarek
14. Executive Session (If Needed)
None
15. Adjournment
RESULT: ADJOURNED BY VOICE VOTE [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Thomas Smith, Board Member
SECONDER: Ron Ford, Board Member
AYES: Margaret Auger, Theresa Barreiro, Ron Ford, Drew Frasz, Michael Kenyon, Bill Lenert, John Martin, Thomas Smith, Kurt R. Kojzarek
The meeting adjourned at 11:07 a.m.
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