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Kane County Transportation Committee Met April 21

Kane County Transportation Committee Met April 21.

Here is the minutes provided by the committee:

1. Call to Order

Chairman Frasz called the meeting to order at 9:00 a.m.

Attendee Name

Organization

Title

Status

Arrived

Drew Frasz

Kane County

Chairman

Present

Mo Iqbal

Kane County

Vice Chair

Present

Dale Berman

Kane County

Board Member

Present

Michael Kenyon

Kane County

Board Member

Present

Chris Kious

Kane County

Board Member

Present

Tom Koppie

Kane County

Board Member

Absent

9:21 AM

Barbara Wojnicki

Kane County

Board Member

Absent

John Martin

Kane County

Ex-Officio (County Development Chair)

Present

Corinne M. Pierog

Kane County

Ex-Officio County Board Chair

Absent

Kenneth C. Shepro

Kane County

Ex-Officio County Board Vice Chair

Absent

Also present: Other Board Members D. Allan, D. Brown, M. Gumz, M. Molina and C. Strathmann; KDOT Dir. Schoedel & staff S. Becker, S. Coffinbargar, Dep. T. Rickert and C. Thomas; Asst. State’s Atty. Jaeger; ITD staff Peters; members of the press & public.

2. Approval of Minutes: March 16, 2021

RESULT: APPROVED BY ROLL CALL VOTE [UNANIMOUS]

MOVER: Chris Kious, Board Member

SECONDER: Barbara Wojnicki, Board Member

AYES: Drew Frasz, Mo Iqbal, Dale Berman, Michael Kenyon, Chris Kious, Barbara Wojnicki, John Martin ABSENT: Tom Koppie

3. Public Comment

None

4. Finance

Dep. Rickert used a visual graph to highlight annual total revenue trends for 2018 through March 2021. He noted the effects of the pandemic.

5. Maintenance

A. Maintenance Report

Dep. Rickert reported standard activity. He noted the process obtaining a salt acquisition had begun and is in process at the purchasing department.

B. National Work Zone Awareness Week

KDOT staff Becker acknowledged National Work Zone Awareness Week and distributed pins and bracelets to the committee. The week runs from April 26-April 30th and KDOT participates every year showing their support to raise awareness. Becker acknowledged on April 28, 2021 the entire department would show their support on Go Orange Day. Chair Frasz affirmed the importance of work zone awareness and acknowledged a past loss experienced in our own transportation department.

6. Planning & Programming

A. Planning & Programming

Dep. Rickert gave a brief oral report on planning.

B. Resolution: Approving the Kane County 2050 Long-Range Transportation Plan

Dep. Rickert used a visual presentation to report the process and data utilized to develop the 2050 Long-Range Transportation Plan over the last few years. He also noted that the County Board will annually review and reaffirm adoption of the 2050 Long Range Transportation Plan and requested approval.

RESULT: MOVED FORWARD WITH ROLLCALL VOTE [UNANIMOUS] Next: 5/5/2021 9:00 AM TO: Executive Committee

MOVER: Chris Kious, Board Member

SECONDER: Barbara Wojnicki, Board Member

AYES: Drew Frasz, Mo Iqbal, Dale Berman, Michael Kenyon, Chris Kious, Barbara Wojnicki, John Martin ABSENT: Tom Koppie

C. Resolution: Approving the Kane County 5-Year FY2021-2025 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP)

Dep. Rickert briefly discussed the Kane County 5-Year FY2021-2025 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) and requested approval of the required annual adoption. Further discussion occurred by the Committee.

RESULT: MOVED FORWARD WITH ROLLCALL VOTE [UNANIMOUS] Next: 5/5/2021 9:00 AM TO: Executive Committee

MOVER: Michael Kenyon, Board Member

SECONDER: Dale Berman, Board Member

AYES: Drew Frasz, Mo Iqbal, Dale Berman, Michael Kenyon, Chris Kious, Barbara Wojnicki, John Martin ABSENT: Tom Koppie

D. Resolution: Authorizing Applications for and Execution of a FY2020 and FY2021 Grant Agreements Under the Section 5310 Program

KDOT staff Becker briefly discussed the "Ride for Kane Program" implemented in 2008. The program currently operates with over 15 public and not-for-profit sponsors providing the local match for the existing grant funds to operate the program. Currently, the Association for Individual Development, a not for profit in Kane County, acts as the grant recipient. However, the grant recipient in the future will be Kane County with increasing County management responsibilities. This resolution is a required part of the application and staff is requesting approval.

RESULT: MOVED FORWARD WITH ROLLCALL VOTE [UNANIMOUS] Next: 5/5/2021 9:00 AM TO: Executive Committee

MOVER: John Martin, Ex-Officio (County Development Chair)

SECONDER: Barbara Wojnicki, Board Member

AYES: Drew Frasz, Mo Iqbal, Dale Berman, Michael Kenyon, Chris Kious, Tom Koppie, Barbara Wojnicki, John Martin

E. Resolution: Approving an Agreement for Regional Planning Liaison Services

Dep. Rickert reported this resolution supported the Kane Kendall Council of Mayors to acquire federal transportation planning funds to perform various planning and programming activities for Kane County and Kendall County and recommended approval.

RESULT: MOVED FORWARD WITH ROLLCALL VOTE [UNANIMOUS] Next: 5/5/2021 9:00 AM TO: Executive Committee

MOVER: Chris Kious, Board Member

SECONDER: Michael Kenyon, Barbara Wojnicki

AYES: Drew Frasz, Mo Iqbal, Dale Berman, Michael Kenyon, Chris Kious, Tom Koppie, Barbara Wojnicki, John Martin

F. Resolution: Approving Amendment No. 2 to an Intergovernmental Agreement with the State of Illinois for Construction and Phase III Construction Engineering Services for Longmeadow Parkway Section C-2, West of Sandbloom Road to West of IL 25, Kane County Section No. 18-00215-21-BR

Dep. Rickert reported this resolution supported additional state participation with construction costs and recommends approval.

RESULT: MOVED FORWARD WITH ROLLCALL VOTE [UNANIMOUS] Next: 5/5/2021 9:00 AM TO: Executive Committee

MOVER: Dale Berman, Board Member

SECONDER: Barbara Wojnicki, Board Member

AYES: Drew Frasz, Mo Iqbal, Dale Berman, Michael Kenyon, Chris Kious, Tom Koppie, Barbara Wojnicki, John Martin, Corinne M. Pierog, Kenneth C. Shepro

G. Resolution: Approving an Intergovernmental Agreement with the State of Illinois for Land Acquisition for Kirk Road over Union Pacific Railroad, Kane County Section No. 12-00192-04-BR

Dep. Rickert reported this resolution supported an IGA with IDOT for land acquisition and noted it is funded with an estimated 80% Federal and 20% local contributions and he recommended approval.

RESULT: MOVED FORWARD WITH ROLLCALL VOTE [UNANIMOUS] Next: 5/5/2021 9:00 AM TO: Executive Committee

MOVER: Dale Berman, Board Member

SECONDER: Chris Kious, Board Member

AYES: Drew Frasz, Mo Iqbal, Dale Berman, Michael Kenyon, Chris Kious, Tom Koppie, Barbara Wojnicki, John Martin

H. Resolution: Approving an Intergovernmental Agreement with the State of Illinois for Phase II Engineering, Kirk Road over Union Pacific Railroad, Kane County Section No. 12-00192-04-BR

Dep. Rickert reported this resolution supported an intergovernmental agreement with IDOT that would provide for federal reimbursement towards a portion of the bridge replacement Phase II Engineering for Kirk Road over Union Pacific Railroad. He recommended approval.

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RESULT: MOVED FORWARD WITH ROLLCALL VOTE [UNANIMOUS] Next: 5/5/2021 9:00 AM TO: Executive Committee

MOVER: Chris Kious, Board Member

SECONDER: Dale Berman, Board Member

AYES: Drew Frasz, Mo Iqbal, Dale Berman, Michael Kenyon, Chris Kious, Tom Koppie, Barbara Wojnicki, John Martin

7. Traffic Operations & Permitting

A. Traffic Operations & Permitting Report

The traffic operations monthly report for April was attached to the agenda and is on file. No oral report.

B. Randall Road Right-In / Right-Out Concept

Dep. Rickert used a visual presentation to report the requested consideration of a new access point to Randall Road in the Village of South Elgin. He noted the existing IGA between Kane County and the Village of South Elgin would need to be amended if this access is permitted. Further discussion occurred by the Committee. Chair Frasz stated this is an example of a reasonable request. Member Martin noted it would support safety and eliminate congestion. Committee Consensus was received.

8. Project Implementation

A. Project Implementation Report

Staff Coffinbargar reported construction projects are ramping up. He used a visual presentation to showcase current projects and their progress. Staff Thomas a senior project manager at KDOT addressed the committee. She reported every 3 years KDOT selects a consultant to evaluate the existing condition of county highways. She reviewed the process. Chair Frasz noted all the described processes are to extend the life of our highways and to lengthen the time before replacement.

B. Resolution: Approving a Contract for Construction with Geneva Construction Co. of Aurora, Illinois for Fabyan Parkway Multi-Use Path Reconstruction Project, Kane County Section No. 20-00502-02- BT

Staff Coffinbargar reported the staff recommended resolution that approved a contract with Geneva Construction Company to replace an existing path along Fabyan Parkway between IL Route 25 and Kingsland Drive for $353,000.

RESULT: MOVED FORWARD WITH ROLLCALL VOTE [UNANIMOUS] Next: 5/5/2021 9:00 AM TO: Executive Committee

MOVER: Chris Kious, Board Member

SECONDER: Barbara Wojnicki, Board Member

AYES: Drew Frasz, Mo Iqbal, Dale Berman, Michael Kenyon, Chris Kious, Tom Koppie, Barbara Wojnicki, John Martin

C. Resolution: Approving Contract for Construction with Thorne Electric, Inc. of Wheaton, Illinois for Main Street Road at Nelson Lake Road Traffic Signal Installation, Kane County Section No. 20- 00513-01-CH

Staff Coffinbargar reported the staff recommended resolution that approved a contract for construction with Thorne Electric, Inc. of Wheaton for the Main Street Road at Nelson Lake Road traffic signal installation for $230,588.

RESULT: MOVED FORWARD WITH ROLLCALL VOTE [UNANIMOUS] Next: 5/5/2021 9:00 AM TO: Executive Committee

MOVER: Michael Kenyon, Board Member

SECONDER: Barbara Wojnicki, Board Member

AYES: Drew Frasz, Mo Iqbal, Dale Berman, Michael Kenyon, Chris Kious, Tom Koppie, Barbara Wojnicki, John Martin

D. Resolution: Approving Contract for Construction with Geneva Construction Co. of Aurora, Illinois for Silver Glen Road at Randall Road Intersection Improvement, Kane County Section No. 19-00513-00- CH

Staff Coffinbargar reported the staff recommended resolution that approved a construction contract with Geneva Construction Co. of Aurora for an intersection improvement at Silver Glen Road at Randall Road for $482,044.

RESULT: MOVED FORWARD WITH ROLLCALL VOTE [UNANIMOUS] Next: 5/5/2021 9:00 AM TO: Executive Committee

MOVER: Dale Berman, Board Member

SECONDER: Chris Kious, Board Member

AYES: Drew Frasz, Mo Iqbal, Dale Berman, Michael Kenyon, Chris Kious, Tom Koppie, Barbara Wojnicki, John Martin

E. Resolution: Approving a Contract for Construction with SKC Construction Inc. of West Dundee, Illinois for 2021 Kane County HMA Crack Sealing Project, Kane County Section No. 21-00000-04-GM

Staff Coffinbargar reported the staff recommended resolution that approved a contract for construction with SKC Construction Inc. of West Dundee for the 2021 Kane County HMA crack sealing project that covered 29.03 miles with an anticipated completion date of August 27, 2021. He noted this is funded entirely with local funds

RESULT: MOVED FORWARD WITH ROLLCALL VOTE [UNANIMOUS] Next: 5/5/2021 9:00 AM TO: Executive Committee

MOVER: Michael Kenyon, Board Member

SECONDER: Barbara Wojnicki, Board Member

AYES: Drew Frasz, Mo Iqbal, Dale Berman, Michael Kenyon, Chris Kious, Tom Koppie, Barbara Wojnicki, John Martin

F. Resolution: Approving a Contract for Construction with J.A. Johnson Paving Co. of Arlington Heights, Illinois for 2021 Kane County Thin Lift Overlay Project, Kane County Section No. 21-00000- 03-GM

Staff Coffinbargar reported the staff recommended resolution for approval of a contract for construction with J.A. Johnson Paving Co. for the 2021 Kane County Thin Lift Overlay Project of $281,946.

RESULT: MOVED FORWARD WITH ROLLCALL VOTE [UNANIMOUS] Next: 5/5/2021 9:00 AM TO: Executive Committee

MOVER: John Martin, Ex-Officio (County Development Chair)

SECONDER: Chris Kious, Board Member

AYES: Drew Frasz, Mo Iqbal, Dale Berman, Michael Kenyon, Chris Kious, Tom Koppie, Barbara Wojnicki, John Martin

G. Resolution: Approving a Contract for Construction with Preform Traffic Control Systems, Ltd. of Elk Grove Village, 2021 Kane County Paint Pavement Marking Project, Kane County Section No. 21- 00000-05-GM

Staff Coffinbargar reported the staff recommended resolution that approved a contract for construction with Perform Traffic Control Systems for the 2021 Kane County paint pavement marking project for $721,256.

RESULT: MOVED FORWARD WITH ROLLCALL VOTE [UNANIMOUS] Next: 5/5/2021 9:00 AM TO: Executive Committee

MOVER: Michael Kenyon, Board Member

SECONDER: John Martin, Ex-Officio (County Development Chair)

AYES: Drew Frasz, Mo Iqbal, Dale Berman, Michael Kenyon, Chris Kious, Tom Koppie, Barbara Wojnicki, John Martin

H. Resolution: Approving an Amendment to a Phase II Engineering Services Agreement with Baxter and Woodman Inc. of Crystal Lake, Illinois for Bliss Road-Fabyan Parkway-Main Street Road Intersection Realignment, Kane County Section No. 14-00288-01-PV

Staff Coffinbargar reported the staff recommended resolution that approved an amendment to a phase II engineering services agreement with Baxter and Woodman Inc. of Crystal Lake for the Bliss Road and Fabyan Parkway Main Street Road roundabout for $49,862.

RESULT: MOVED FORWARD WITH ROLLCALL VOTE [UNANIMOUS] Next: 5/5/2021 9:00 AM TO: Executive Committee

MOVER: Chris Kious, Board Member

SECONDER: John Martin, Ex-Officio (County Development Chair)

AYES: Drew Frasz, Mo Iqbal, Dale Berman, Michael Kenyon, Chris Kious, Tom Koppie, Barbara Wojnicki, John Martin

I. Resolution: Approving a Phase II Engineering Services Agreement with BLA, Inc. of Itasca, Illinois for Kirk Road over Union Pacific Railroad, Kane County Section No. 12-00192-04-BR

Staff Coffinbargar reported the staff recommended resolution that approved a professional engineering firm to provide phase II engineering services with BLA, Inc. for Kirk Road over Union Pacific Railroad at $1,531,252.

RESULT: MOVED FORWARD WITH ROLLCALL VOTE [UNANIMOUS] Next: 5/5/2021 9:00 AM TO: Executive Committee

MOVER: Chris Kious, Board Member

SECONDER: Barbara Wojnicki, Board Member

AYES: Drew Frasz, Mo Iqbal, Dale Berman, Michael Kenyon, Chris Kious, Tom Koppie, Barbara Wojnicki, John Martin

J. Resolution: Approving an Agreement with Christopher B. Burke Engineering, Ltd. of Rosemont, Illinois for On-Call Phase III Environmental Engineering Services, Kane County Section No. 21-00480- 01-SM

Staff Coffinbargar reported the staff recommended resolution that approved a professional engineering firm to provide on call phase II engineering services with Christopher B. Burke Engineering, Ltd. for $300,000. He noted this is a 3 year contract.

RESULT: MOVED FORWARD WITH ROLLCALL VOTE [UNANIMOUS] Next: 5/5/2021 9:00 AM TO: Executive Committee

MOVER: John Martin, Ex-Officio (County Development Chair)

SECONDER: Chris Kious, Board Member

AYES: Drew Frasz, Mo Iqbal, Dale Berman, Michael Kenyon, Chris Kious, Tom Koppie, Barbara Wojnicki, John Martin

K. Resolution: Approving an Agreement with Hampton, Lenzini and Renwick, Inc. of Elgin, Illinois for Professional Land Survey Services, Kane County Section No. 21-00368-06-EG

Staff Coffinbargar reported the staff recommended resolution that approved an agreement with Hampton, Lenzini and Renwick, Inc. of Elgin for professional land survey services for $300,000.

RESULT: MOVED FORWARD WITH ROLLCALL VOTE [UNANIMOUS] Next: 5/5/2021 9:00 AM TO: Executive Committee

MOVER: Barbara Wojnicki, Board Member

SECONDER: Michael Kenyon, Board Member

AYES: Drew Frasz, Mo Iqbal, Dale Berman, Michael Kenyon, Chris Kious, Tom Koppie, Barbara Wojnicki, John Martin, Corinne M. Pierog, Kenneth C. Shepro

9. Reports Placed On File

RESULT: PLACE WRITTEN REPORTS ON FILE [UNANIMOUS]

MOVER: Chris Kious, Board Member

SECONDER: Barbara Wojnicki, Board Member

AYES: Drew Frasz, Mo Iqbal, Dale Berman, Michael Kenyon, Chris Kious, Tom Koppie, Barbara Wojnicki, John Martin

10. Executive Session

The committee moved into executive session to discuss reappointment of the County Engineer at 10:02 a.m. by a roll call vote.

RESULT: APPROVED BY ROLL CALL VOTE [UNANIMOUS]

MOVER: Chris Kious, Board Member

SECONDER: John Martin, Ex-Officio (County Development Chair)

AYES: Drew Frasz, Mo Iqbal, Dale Berman, Michael Kenyon, Chris Kious, John Martin ABSENT: Tom Koppie, Barbara Wojnicki, Corinne M. Pierog, Kenneth C. Shepro

The committee returned to open session at 10:11 a.m. by a unanimous roll call vote. 

11. Resolution: Approving Resolution Reappointing the County Engineer

RESULT: MOVED FORWARD WITH ROLLCALL VOTE [UNANIMOUS] Next: 5/5/2021 9:00 AM TO: Executive Committee

MOVER: Chris Kious, Board Member

SECONDER: Michael Kenyon, Board Member

AYES: Drew Frasz, Mo Iqbal, Dale Berman, Michael Kenyon, Chris Kious, Tom Koppie, Barbara Wojnicki, John Martin, Corinne M. Pierog, Kenneth C. Shepro

12. New Business

None

13. Public Comment (Non-Agenda Items)

None

14. Adjournment

RESULT: APPROVED WITH VOICE VOTE [UNANIMOUS]

MOVER: Michael Kenyon, Board Member

SECONDER: Dale Berman, Board Member

AYES: Drew Frasz, Mo Iqbal, Dale Berman, Michael Kenyon, Chris Kious, Tom Koppie, Barbara Wojnicki John Martin

This meeting was adjourned at 10:12 a.m.

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