Kane County Transportation Committee met Aug. 17.
Here are 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 | Present | |
| Barbara Wojnicki | Kane County | Board Member | Present | |
| John Martin | Kane County | Ex-Officio (County Development Chair) | Present | |
| Corinne M. Pierog | Kane County | Ex-Officio County Board Chair | Present | |
| Kenneth C. Shepro | Kane County | Ex-Officio County Board Vice Chair | Present |
2. Approval of Minutes: June 15, 2021
| RESULT: APPROVED BY ROLL CALL VOTE
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, Kenneth C. Shepro |
Kimberley Haag, 4N545 Citation Ln., Elburn, IL, President of Wild Ones, an organization that promotes habitat restoration and preservation. She stated that there has been a lot of Teasel, which is an invasive plant. Haag requested removal of the Teasel along the roadways. She noted that there would be safety
issues that would need to be addressed being so close to the highway. Haag asked the committee to consider the Teasel removal. Chairman Frasz discussed seed distribution, which happens from mowers. Frasz recommended working with Mr. Edwards to create a policy for the Teasel removal.
4. Presentation: City of St. Charles on possible Randall at IL64 Access Variance
Heather McGuire, City Administrator of St. Charles, introduced Russell Colby, Mayor Vitek, and Alderman Weber who were all present on behalf of St. Charles. She stressed the importance of the intersection of Randall Rd. and Rt. 64. McGuire discussed the lack of access to the site due to traffic concerns on both Randall Rd. and Rt.64. She stated that access points need to be agreed upon to help the development of the site. Referencing a presentation, Interim Community Dev. Dir. Colby discussed the history of modifications of the intersection. He noted that several access points were closed or consolidated when the road was widened in 2006. Colby talked about development interests to the intersection and the potential to install an access point on Randall Rd. Colby spoke on the development of a recent Audi Dealership in the area and site improvements that will be taking place in the near future.
Colby detailed the extension of Woodward Drive and a cross-axis drive network that will connect Woodward Drive to Route 64. He discussed benefits of having auto dealerships on the property, such as the generation of revenue, which can be used to support infrastructure costs. Colby presented the developer’s proposal for a gas station, which was discussed in January. He spoke on the “Right in, Right out” access design, safety concerns and process. He requested the reassessment of available access to and from the sight. St. Charles Mayor Vitek, requested revisiting the Intergovernmental Agreement in order to address safety and economic interests of residents. She reiterated that safety is the main concern. Chairman Frasz stated that when the intersection was redone there were several accommodations that had to be addressed. Deputy Dir. KDOT Rickert discussed the reasoning behind the access regulations. He spoke on the criteria for highways and limited access freeways per State statute. Rickert talked about the access regulations in place to ensure safe, orderly and efficient use of County Highways. He listed several negative impacts that could occur if the regulations are not followed. Rickert provided a brief history and background on Kane County access regulations. He discussed spacing standards and improvements to safety. Referencing a photo of the proposed area, Rickert discussed the importance of maintaining safety. He discouraged the “Right out” at the particular location. Chairman Frasz stated that safety is the main concern with roadways. He discussed several concerns regarding the access point and stated his opposition. Rickert answered questions from the committee. Much discussion on the access points ensued. The committee showed support of working with the City of St. Charles for the development of the space.
5. Finance
A. July Transportation Committee Finance Reports
Rickert stated that the financial reports were attached in the agenda packet. No report was made.
B. Resolution: Approving of Personnel Replacement Hiring, Kane County Division of Transportation - Highway Maintainer
| RESULT: MOVED FORWARD WITH ROLLCALL VOTE [UNANIMOUS] Next: 8/25/2021 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 |
Rickert stated that the Ride in Kane Program Coordinator will be a new position. He stated that the position was included in the budget approval process. He discussed grant funding to assist with the administration of the program. Rickert answered questions from the committee. He stated that it will be a full time position. He spoke on the importance of fund matching.
| RESULT: MOVED FORWARD WITH ROLLCALL VOTE [UNANIMOUS] Next: 8/25/2021 9:00 AM
TO: Finance and Budget Committee MOVER: Barbara Wojnicki, Board Member SECONDER: Chris Kious, Board Member AYES: Drew Frasz, Mo Iqbal, Dale Berman, Michael Kenyon, Chris Kious, Tom Koppie, Barbara Wojnicki, John Martin |
A. Maintenance Report
Rickert stated the Maintenance Report was attached to the agenda. No report was given.
B. Resolution: Approving a Contract with Morse Electric, Inc. of Freeport, Illinois for Comprehensive Generator Replacement Project for the Division of Transportation (Bid 35-021)
Rickert stated that a number of bids were received. He noted that there will be a 10% contingency amount. Rickert affirmed that there are four generators at the site and that two will be replaced.
| RESULT: MOVED FORWARD WITH ROLLCALL VOTE [UNANIMOUS] Next: 9/8/2021 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 |
A. Planning & Programming Report
Planning and Programming Chief Forbes provided an update on the Comprehensive Road Improvement Plan. She spoke on the Kane/Kendall Counsel of Mayors Newsletter and highlighted possible funding for KDOT projects. Forbes discussed the Illinois Transportation Enhancement Program (ITEP) funding and communities in Kane County that received that funding. She spoke on the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Transition Plan, which have been mandated. She stated training will be offered through IDOT, CMAP, and MPC to help the communities implement the Transition Plans.
B. Resolution: Adopting Land Use Assumptions Associated with the Imposition of Impact Fees
Chairman Frasz called line items B and C together because they were both related to work that was done by the Impact Fee Committee. Forbes provided an outline of both resolutions. She noted that a public hearing was held on July 27, 2021 both in-person and online. She provided a summary of comments. Forbes provided revised recommendations based on the comments. She provided the next steps of the Road Improvement Plan.
C. Resolution: Establishing a Public Hearing Date for Consideration of the Comprehensive Road Improvement Plan and the Imposition of Road Improvement Impact Fees
| RESULT: MOVED FORWARD WITH ROLLCALL VOTE [UNANIMOUS] Next: 9/8/2021 9:00 AM
TO: Executive Committee MOVER: John Martin, Ex-Officio (County Development Chair) SECONDER: Michael Kenyon, Board Member AYES: Drew Frasz, Mo Iqbal, Dale Berman, Michael Kenyon, Chris Kious, Tom Koppie, Barbara Wojnicki, John Martin |
A. Traffic Operations & Permitting Report
Rickert stated that the report was attached to the agenda. He noted that if there are questions, committee members may reach out to him.
B. Ordinance: Approving Alteration of Statutory Speed Limit - St. Charles Township
| RESULT: MOVED FORWARD WITH ROLLCALL VOTE [UNANIMOUS] Next: 9/8/2021 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 |
A. Project Implementation Report
Asst. Dir. of Transportation Coffinbargar provided photos of Longmeadow Parkway Section C2, which showed the retaining wall, carbon gutter and pavement work. He detailed the progress of several pavement projects using photographs.
B. Resolution: Approving an Amendment for On-Call Design Engineering Services with BLA, Inc. of Itasca, Illinois, Kane County Section No. 18-00506-00-ES
Asst. Dir. of Transportation Coffinbargar discussed the resolution. He explained services that have been performed by BLA, such as drainage improvements and surveys. He recommended the extension of the contract for another two years with no additional funds being requested.
| RESULT: MOVED FORWARD WITH ROLLCALL VOTE [UNANIMOUS] Next: 9/8/2021 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 |
Asst. Dir. of Transportation Coffinbargar discussed the resolution to identify a replacement parcel within the Forest Preserve due to a mitigation trade. Rickert answered questions from the committee.
| RESULT: MOVED FORWARD WITH ROLLCALL VOTE [UNANIMOUS] Next: 9/8/2021 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, Tom Koppie, Barbara Wojnicki, John Martin NAYS: Chris Kious |
| RESULT: APPROVED BY ROLL CALL VOTE [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Barbara Wojnicki, Board Member SECONDER: Chris Kious, Board Member AYES: Drew Frasz, Mo Iqbal, Dale Berman, Michael Kenyon, Chris Kious, Tom Koppie, Barbara Wojnicki, John Martin |
None.
12. New Business
None.
13. Public Comment (Non-Agenda Items)
None.
14. Adjournment
| RESULT: APPROVED WITH VOICE VOTE [UNANIMOUS]
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 |
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