Kane County Transportation Committee met Jan. 18.
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 | Remote | |
| 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 | Absent | |
| Kenneth C. Shepro | Kane County | Ex-Officio County Board Vice Chair | Remote |
2. Approval of Minutes: December 21, 2021
The approval of minutes was deferred to next week's meeting.
3. Public Comment (Agenda Items)
None.
4. Presentation
A. Presentation by City of St. Charles
St. Charles Mayor Vitek thanked the Committee for placing this item on the agenda. She discussed the economic viability and importance of the Northwest corner of Randall Rd. and Rt.64. She introduced the speakers: Alderman Steve Weber, Chief of Police James Keegan, Community Planning Director Russ Colby, Jack Frigo from Semersky Enterprises, and Luay Aboona from KLOA. Referencing a presentation, Heather McGuire, St. Charles City Administrator, requested support to amend an IGA from 2006 regarding the access for the site. She explained 15 years of vacancy at this site due to development challenges. McGuire spoke on the intersection and requested the relocation of an access point that use to exist. She stated the goal is to maintain a safe intersection and partner to develop the site to benefit the city and the county. Colby listed several key points to explain the need to revisit the IGA regarding this access point. He reiterated that this site has remained undeveloped since the original access point existed. Colby highlighted the city’s investment with road expansion. Police Chief Keegan, made three points in support of his letter, which was included in the packet. He showed full support of the right-in-right-out access on Southbound Randall Rd. Keegan described the vacant parcel as a nuisance. Keegan provided accident data for this location stating it was ranked between ninth and seventh over the past three years in total accidents. Luay Aboona, KLOA traffic consultant, spoke on the accident data, which indicated an average of 22 car accidents at this location each year. He listed several benefits for the access drive at this location.
Jack Frigo, Real Estate Rep. from Semersky Enterprises, provided a brief background of this area. He spoke on the commitment to the community and economic development with the extension of Woodward Drive. Frigo provided photographs of the development in the area consisting of car dealerships and a childcare center. He detailed the property as a 1.79-acre parcel and spoke on different development options. He explained ten prospects that rejected the site due to the access issues. Frigo spoke on the goals to improve access in the Northwest quadrant, divert traffic from the Randall Rd./Main St. interchange, and provide better access. He proposed the right-in-right-out access point be moved approximately 145 feet away from the intersection. Frigo discussed the economic impact that would benefit both the City and the County by increasing revenue and taxes. He explained that if the property does not get developed, the land will continue to be vacant and not produce revenue. He stated that this would be a good time to update the IGA. Frigo listed several people who support the development of this site, which would have a positive impact to the community. Mayor Vitek respectfully requested that the Committee consider the amendment to the IGA for a right-in-right-out access point at Randall Rd. Board Member Wallace showed much support to this request. Frigo and Vitek answered several questions from the Committee. Much discussion occurred.
5. Finance
A. December Transportation Committee Finance Reports
KDOT staff Rickert stated the finance reports were included in the agenda. He spoke briefly on the work being done on the Transportation Improvement Program for the next five years.
B. Resolution: Approving FY 2022 County Maintenance MFT Appropriation Kane County Section No. 22-00000-00-GM
| RESULT: MOVED FORWARD WITH ROLLCALL VOTE [UNANIMOUS] Next: 2/2/2022 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 |
| RESULT: MOVED FORWARD WITH ROLLCALL VOTE [UNANIMOUS] Next: 2/2/2022 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 |
| RESULT: MOVED FORWARD WITH ROLLCALL VOTE [UNANIMOUS] Next: 2/2/2022 9:00 AM
TO: Executive Committee MOVER: Barbara Wojnicki, Board Member SECONDER: Mo Iqbal, Vice Chair AYES: Drew Frasz, Mo Iqbal, Dale Berman, Michael Kenyon, Chris Kious, Tom Koppie, Barbara Wojnicki, John Martin |
| RESULT: MOVED FORWARD WITH ROLLCALL VOTE [UNANIMOUS] Next: 1/26/2022 9:00 AM
TO: Finance and Budget Committee MOVER: Mo Iqbal, Vice Chair SECONDER: Barbara Wojnicki, Board Member AYES: Drew Frasz, Mo Iqbal, Dale Berman, Michael Kenyon, Chris Kious, Tom Koppie, Barbara Wojnicki, John Martin |
A. Maintenance Report
KDOT staff Rickert stated that the Maintenance Report was included listing various activities and an estimate on salt usage.
B. Resolution: Approving Adopt-A-Highway Program Applicants
| RESULT: MOVED FORWARD WITH ROLLCALL VOTE [UNANIMOUS] Next: 2/2/2022 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 |
A. Planning & Programming Report
KDOT staff Forbes stated the Kane/Kendall Counsel Mayor’s Newsletter was distributed at this meeting. She highlighted the Fox Valley Bike Share statistics, the Mayor’s call for projects, and CMAP news that was included in the newsletter. Forbes noted the RTA was working on the Regional Transit Strategic Plan for Northeastern Illinois. She discussed the Transportation Improvement Plan, noting that the list of current projects were included. Forbes requested feedback from the Committee on any additions to the list.
8. Permitting
A. Permitting Report
KDOT staff Rickert stated the report was included in the agenda packet.
9. Traffic Operations
A. Traffic Operations Report
KDOT staff Rickert stated the report was included in the agenda packet.
B. Ordinance: Approving Establishment of Speed Limit, Kane County - Longmeadow Parkway
| RESULT: MOVED FORWARD WITH ROLLCALL VOTE [UNANIMOUS] Next: 2/2/2022 9:00 AM
TO: Executive Committee MOVER: Mo Iqbal, Vice Chair SECONDER: Barbara Wojnicki, Board Member AYES: Drew Frasz, Mo Iqbal, Dale Berman, Michael Kenyon, Chris Kious, Tom Koppie, Barbara Wojnicki, John Martin |
A. Project Implementation Report
KDOT staff Coffinbargar presented photographs of several projects that were in progress.
B. Resolution: Approving Contract for Construction with TBD for Orchard Road at U.S. Route 30 Intersection Improvements, Kane County Section No. 17-00488-00-CH
| RESULT: MOVED FORWARD WITH ROLLCALL VOTE [UNANIMOUS] Next: 2/2/2022 9:00 AM
TO: Executive Committee MOVER: Mo Iqbal, Vice Chair SECONDER: Chris Kious, Board Member AYES: Drew Frasz, Mo Iqbal, Dale Berman, Michael Kenyon, Chris Kious, Tom Koppie, Barbara Wojnicki, John Martin |
| RESULT: MOVED FORWARD WITH ROLLCALL VOTE [UNANIMOUS] Next: 2/2/2022 9:00 AM
TO: Executive Committee MOVER: John Martin, Ex-Officio (County Development Chair) SECONDER: Mo Iqbal, Vice Chair AYES: Drew Frasz, Mo Iqbal, Dale Berman, Michael Kenyon, Chris Kious, Tom Koppie, Barbara Wojnicki, John Martin |
| RESULT: MOVED FORWARD WITH ROLLCALL VOTE [UNANIMOUS] Next: 2/2/2022 9:00 AM
TO: Executive Committee MOVER: Mo Iqbal, Vice Chair SECONDER: Chris Kious, Board Member AYES: Drew Frasz, Mo Iqbal, Dale Berman, Michael Kenyon, Chris Kious, Tom Koppie, Barbara Wojnicki, John Martin |
| RESULT: MOVED FORWARD WITH ROLLCALL VOTE [UNANIMOUS] Next: 2/2/2022 9:00 AM
TO: Executive Committee MOVER: Barbara Wojnicki, Board Member SECONDER: Mo Iqbal, Vice Chair AYES: Drew Frasz, Mo Iqbal, Dale Berman, Michael Kenyon, Chris Kious, Tom Koppie, Barbara Wojnicki, John Martin |
| RESULT: APPROVED BY ROLL CALL VOTE [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Chris Kious, Board Member SECONDER: Mo Iqbal, Vice Chair AYES: Drew Frasz, Mo Iqbal, Dale Berman, Michael Kenyon, Chris Kious, Tom Koppie, Barbara Wojnicki, John Martin |
Kenyon motioned to move into Executive Session for review of Closed Session minutes. Kious seconded. The Committee moved into Executive Session at 10:09 a.m.
| RESULT: APPROVED BY ROLL CALL VOTE [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Michael Kenyon, Board Member SECONDER: Chris Kious, Board Member AYES: Drew Frasz, Mo Iqbal, Dale Berman, Michael Kenyon, Chris Kious, Tom Koppie, Barbara Wojnicki, John Martin, Kenneth C. Shepro ABSENT: Corinne M. Pierog |
The Committee returned to Open Session at 10:14 a.m. on a motion made by Iqbal. Kenyon seconded.
| RESULT: APPROVED BY ROLL CALL VOTE [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Mo Iqbal, Board Member SECONDER: Michael Kenyon, Board Member AYES: Drew Frasz, Mo Iqbal, Dale Berman, Michael Kenyon, Chris Kious, Tom Koppie, Barbara Wojnicki, John Martin |
| RESULT: APPROVED BY ROLL CALL 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 |
None.
15. Public Comment (Non-Agenda Items)
None.
16. Adjournment
| RESULT: APPROVED WITH VOICE VOTE [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Michael Kenyon, Board Member SECONDER: Mo Iqbal, Vice Chair AYES: Drew Frasz, Mo Iqbal, Dale Berman, Michael Kenyon, Chris Kious, Tom Koppie, Barbara Wojnicki, John Martin ABSENT: Corinne M. Pierog |
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