Kane County Transportation Committee met Feb. 15.
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 | Remote | |
| 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 & January 18, 2022
Approved with two corrections to the December minutes.
| RESULT: APPROVED BY ROLL CALL 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 |
None.
4. Finance
A. January Transportation Committee Finance Reports
KDOT Deputy Dir. Rickert stated that the reports were included in the agenda packet. 5. Maintenance
A. Maintenance Report
KDOT Deputy Dir. Rickert stated the reports were on file. He noted that winter operations were ongoing. He explained that less salt had been used than anticipated. Rickert answered questions from the Committee.
B. Resolution: Approving Adopt-A-Highway Program Applicants
Chair Frasz stated there were five new applicants and six renewals for the Adopt-A-Highway Program. He appreciated the public interest in this program. Wojnicki discussed an article on Kane County Connects, where 30 volunteers participated in an Adopt-A-Highway event to support a mother who had lost her young child.
| RESULT: MOVED FORWARD WITH ROLLCALL VOTE [UNANIMOUS] Next: 3/2/2022 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 |
KDOT Dep. Dir. Rickert discussed this resolution, which would allow the Transportation Dept. to acquire trucks that are needed. Rickert noted the nationwide truck shortage and the hope to have availability in 2024. Frasz stated that the trucks exceeded the normal 15-year replacement.
| RESULT: MOVED FORWARD WITH ROLLCALL VOTE [UNANIMOUS] Next: 3/2/2022 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. Planning & Programming Report
KDOT staff Forbes provided an update on the Ride in Kane Program. She affirmed that the program launched in January and two riders had registered. Forbes explained that KDOT has been working with the Sheriff’s Office and Workforce Development on ways the Ride in Kane Program can help with their programs. Forbes noted that a monthly ridership report would be given at future meetings. She spoke on the Transportation Improvement Plan noting that a draft project list had been provided at the last meeting. She stated that an updated project list will be shared at another meeting. Forbes highlighted substantial increases to the Impact Fee Program report. KDOT Dep. Dir. Rickert answered questions from the Committee. Member Kious spoke on an increase in road construction and costs. He requested a modification to the Impact Fees. Rickert stated that changes could be addressed in the future. Frasz noted this item could be placed on the agenda in the spring. Much discussion ensued on the Impact Fees, increasing material costs, and inflation. Wojnicki and Bates supported Kious’ comments. Rickert asked that ASA Jaegar review the statute on what changes could be made.
B. Resolution: Approving a Technical Services Agreement Between the Regional Transportation Authority and the County of Kane, Contract No. JARC-2012-06, Federal Project No. IL-37-X084 for the Ride in Kane Program Phase 9&10 Administration
C. Resolution: Approving a Technical Services Agreement Between the Regional Transportation Authority and the County of Kane for the Ride in Kane Program, Contract No. S5310-2017-11, Federal Project No. IL-2018-034, Phase 15&16 Administration
D. Resolution: Approving a Technical Services Agreement Between the Regional Transportation Authority and the County of Kane for the Ride in Kane Program, Contract No. S5310-2017-10, Federal Project No. IL-2018-034, Phase 15&16 Mobility Management
E. Resolution: Approving a Technical Services Agreement Between the Regional Transportation Authority and the County of Kane Contract No. S5310-2019-09, Federal Project No. IL-2020-016 for the Ride in Kane Program Phase 17&18 Administration
KDOT staff Forbes stated that the four resolutions were for agreements. They are all the same with the exception of the funding amounts and contract numbers. She explained that these relate to funding that will subsidize the administrative costs and Mobility Management position at KDOT. Items B, C, D, & E were moved forward together.
| RESULT: B, C, D, &E MOVED FORWARD WITH ROLLCALL VOTE [UNANIMOUS] Next: 3/2/2022 9:00 AM
TO: Executive Committee MOVER: Mo Iqbal, Vice Chair SECONDER: Michael Kenyon, Board Member AYES: Drew Frasz, Mo Iqbal, Dale Berman, Michael Kenyon, Chris Kious, Tom Koppie, Barbara Wojnicki, John Martin |
KDOT staff Rickert provided the Mission Statement- “To provide and maintain a safe and efficient transportation system while sustaining the County’s vision and values”. He discussed the goals of KDOT for 2022. Rickert detailed the five areas of focus, which were which were safety, personal mobility, cooperative planning, quality of the environment, and system efficiency. He discussed budget goals including fund matching and impact fee collection. Rickert spoke on staffing goals and enhancements. Rickert answered questions from the Committee. Frasz reiterated that the number one goal of Transportation is safety.
G. Discussion: Draft Project List for FY2022-2026 Transportation Improvement Program
KDOT staff Forbes provided an updated table of new projects. She stated that KDOT would be working within the budget to allocate funds. Forbes announced the addition of several projects to the program and enhancements. She affirmed that a final version would be presented to the Committee at a later date, which would include the financial information. Referring to the current TIP, Rickert stated there was a funding shortfall of $190M and that KDOT would be prudent in adding new projects. He discussed multi-year funding plans.
7. Permitting
A. Permitting Report
KDOT staff Rickert stated the Permitting Report was on file.
B. Discussion: Staff Recommendation Regarding Access Request by City of St. Charles
Chair Frasz stated that a right-in-right-out access point had been requested by the City of St. Charles. He explained that staff recommendation had been provided in the agenda packet and that a right-in could be possible, but that a right-out was not supported. Frasz opened this item for discussion.
He spoke on the existing IGA pertaining to development of the corner, intersection, and two car dealerships in the area. Frasz indicated that the City of St. Charles would like the allowance for a gas station to be built on that corner. Much discussion ensued regarding the challenges of a right-in right out access. Frasz stated that the IGA clearly acknowledged that the access and value of the lot would be diminished in exchange for all of the improvements to the North. He reiterated staff concerns. Rickert requested consideration of alternate opportunities to the right-out. He spoke on accident numbers, which would be expected to increase if a right-in, right-out were approved. Further discussion on safety concerns occurred. Chair Frasz stated that the committee was open to a right-in. He noted that a gas station might be too high volume for that specific corner. He explained that a gas station would not be opposed but the committee would oppose a right-out.
8. Traffic Operations
A. Traffic Operations Report
Staff Rickert stated the Operations Report was included in the agenda.
9. Project Implementation
A. Project Implementation Report
Staff Coffinbargar stated the Implementation Report was included in the agenda. He showed a photograph of work that had been done on the road side toll building foundation.
B. Resolution: Approving an Amendment to the Phase III Construction Engineering Services Agreement with Alfred Benesch & Company of Chicago, Illinois for Longmeadow Parkway, Section C 2, West of Sandbloom/Williams Road to IL 25, Kane County Section No. 18-00215-21-BR
Coffinbargar explained that IDOT had deleted the lead waste contaminated soil excavation and disposal item from their contract. He stated that this would allow for phase three of observation of two contracts by Alfred Benesch.
| RESULT: MOVED FORWARD WITH ROLLCALL VOTE [8 TO 1] Next: 3/2/2022 9:00 AM
TO: Executive Committee MOVER: Michael Kenyon, Board Member SECONDER: Mo Iqbal, Vice Chair AYES: Drew Frasz, Mo Iqbal, Dale Berman, Michael Kenyon, Tom Koppie, Barbara Wojnicki, John Martin NAYS: Chris Kious |
Coffinbargar stated the contract was out for bid for the lead waste contaminated soil clean up and paving. He explained that the bid opening was scheduled for March 1, 2022. Staff recommended moving this resolution forward to the Executive Committee for further details.
| RESULT: MOVED FORWARD WITH ROLLCALL VOTE [UNANIMOUS] Next: 3/2/2022 9:00 AM
TO: Executive Committee MOVER: Mo Iqbal, Vice Chair SECONDER: Dale Berman, Board Member 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: Mo Iqbal, Vice Chair SECONDER: Dale Berman, Board Member AYES: Drew Frasz, Mo Iqbal, Dale Berman, Michael Kenyon, Chris Kious, Tom Koppie, Barbara Wojnicki, John Martin |
None.
Return to Open Session
12. New Business
13. Public Comment (Non-Agenda Items)
None.
14. 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 |
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