City of Elgin Committee of the Whole met Nov. 28.
Here is the minutes provided by the committee:
The regular Committee of the Whole meeting was called to order by Mayor Kaptain at 6:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers. Present: Councilmembers Dixon, Gavin, Martinez, Powell, Rauschenberger, Shaw, Steffen, and Mayor Kaptain. Absent: None.
Approval of Minutes
Councilmember Steffen made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Dixon, to approve the minutes of the November 7, 2018, regular meeting. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Dixon, Gavin, Martinez, Powell, Rauschenberger, Shaw, Steffen, and Mayor Kaptain. Nays: None.
Councilmember Gavin made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Steffen, to approve the minutes of the November 14, 2018, special meeting. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Dixon, Gavin, Martinez, Powell, Rauschenberger, Shaw, Steffen, and Mayor Kaptain. Nays: None.
Proposed 2019 Budget and Three-Year Financial Plan
City Manager Kozal noted the topics of discussion as the Central Area Tax Increment Financing (TIF) Fund, the Utility Fund, and the Three-Year Financial Plan.
Central Area Tax Increment Financing (TIF) Fund
City Manager Kozal reviewed the revenue and expenditures for the Central Area TIF Fund. The increment is expected to remain at 2.8 million through 2023. Several strategic initiatives that are proposed to continue include the Chicago Street sewer separation, City Hall plaza improvements, fire sprinkler grant program and the historic rehabilitation grant program. City Manager Kozal noted that developers have shown interest in the downtown area and the fund could be used to assist in redevelopment of those properties. There was discussion regarding using the funds outside of the downtown area to rehabilitate Dundee Avenue.
Utility Fund
Debra Nawrocki, Chief Financial Officer, provided an overview of the Utility Fund projected results for 2018 and the budgeted revenues and expenses for 2019. Factors that impacted the Utility Fund included the end of the sale of water to Bartlett, debt service and employee salaries and benefits. The addition of a Regulatory Compliance Manager position is being proposed for 2019. There was discussion regarding the sale of water to other communities and if there were cost savings from not selling water to Bartlett.
Eric Weiss, Water Director, provided details on the process to rehabilitate a basin, one of the strategic initiatives for the Utility Fund. He outlined the expenses involved in the process including painting and replacement of equipment.
Historic Rehabilitation Grant Funding
City Manager Kozal provided the history on why the Historic Rehabilitation Grant funding source was changed to the Central Area TIF. He stated that if the Historic Rehabilitation Grant program returned to its previous funding source other projects would be impacted. A proposed initiative to rehabilitate alleys and parking lots would be put on hold and the money could be reallocated to the Historic Rehabilitation Grant program. There was discussion on the benefits of each program.
Consideration of Lease and Service Agreement with Nadler Golf Car Sales Inc. for 72 New Golf Cars at Bowes Creek Country Club
There was discussion regarding the funding source and what happens to the old equipment.
Councilmember Powell made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Martinez, to approve the lease and service agreement with Nadler Golf Car Sales Inc. for 72 new golf cars at Bowes Creek Country Club in the amount of $35,800 in 2019 and $63,000 annually in 2020-2026, which will provide a premier quality golf car to support high-end customer service at Bowes Creek Country Club. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Dixon, Gavin, Martinez, Powell, Rauschenberger, Shaw, Steffen, and Mayor Kaptain. Nays: None.
Consideration of Resolution Determining Property at 1600 Shales Parkway (1451 Sheldon Drive) is Appropriate for Cook County Class 6b Property Tax Incentive
Councilmember Powell made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Gavin, to approve a resolution determining property at 1600 Shales Parkway (1451 Sheldon Drive) is appropriate for Cook County Class 6b property tax incentive for financial assistance with the approximately $4 million construction of an industrial facility. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Dixon, Gavin, Martinez, Powell, Rauschenberger, Shaw, Steffen, and Mayor Kaptain. Nays: None.
Announcements from Council
Councilmember Gavin thanked all those involved in the snow storm clean-up efforts. Councilmember Rauschenberger thanked those that participated in Small Business Saturday.
Announcements from Staff
Aaron Neal, Public Works Superintendent, provided an overview of the cleanup efforts after the recent snow storm. He also gave the status of the leaf collection program. There was discussion regarding towing and ticketing vehicles, well-being checks, and call volumes in the 311 Call Center.
Molly Center, Management Analyst in the City Manager’s Office, announced upcoming city events.
Adjournment
Councilmember Gavin made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Steffen, to adjourn the meeting. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Dixon, Gavin, Martinez, Powell, Rauschenberger, Shaw, Steffen, and Mayor Kaptain. Nays: None.
The meeting adjourned at 6:50 p.m.
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