City of Joliet Public Safety Committee met Feb, 3.
Here are the minutes provided by the committee:
ROLL CALL
Present Councilwoman Suzanna Ibarra, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman and Councilman Joe Clement
ALSO PRESENT: Chief of Police William Evans, Chief of Fire Jeff Carey, Deputy Chief of Fire Matt Baxter
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
A motion was made by Councilwoman Suzanna Ibarra, seconded by Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman, to approve COUNCIL MEMO
The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: Councilman Clement, Councilwoman Hallums Quillman and Councilwoman Ibarra
CITIZENS TO BE HEARD ON AGENDA ITEMS
None
AGENDA ITEMS
Award of Professional Services Agreement for Ambulance Billing Services for the City of Joliet Fire Department 2026-2028 to EMS Management & Consultants (EMSMC) not to exceed $1,000,000.00 for years 2026-2028
Chief Carey briefly explains.
A motion was made by Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman, seconded by Councilwoman Suzanna Ibarra, to recommend for approval COUNCIL MEMO #TMP-9484: Award of Professional Services Agreement for Ambulance Billing Services for the City of Joliet Fire Department 2026-2028 to EMS Management & Consultants (EMSMC) not to exceed $1,000,000.00 for years 2026-2028.
The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: Councilman Clement, Councilwoman Hallums Quillman and Councilwoman Ibarra
Purchase of Four (4) Complete Horton Ambulances from Foster Coach in the amount of $1,571,356.00 for Budget Years 2027 – 2028
Chief Carey briefly explains.
A motion was made by Councilwoman Suzanna Ibarra, seconded by Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman, to recommend for approval COUNCIL MEMO #TMP-9472: Purchase of Four (4) Complete Horton Ambulances from Foster Coach in the amount of $1,571,356.00 for Budget Years 2027 – 2028.
The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: Councilman Clement, Councilwoman Hallums Quillman and Councilwoman Ibarra
Purchase of Twelve (12) Bullard QXT Pro Thermal Imagers and Twelve (12) Basic Feature Packs for the Joliet Fire Department from Dinges Fire Company in the Amount of $91,140.00
Chief Carey briefly explains.
A motion was made by Councilwoman Suzanna Ibarra, seconded by
Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman, to recommend for approval COUNCIL MEMO #TMP-9462: Purchase of Twelve (12) Bullard QXT Pro Thermal Imagers and Twelve (12) Basic Feature Packs for the Joliet Fire Department from Dinges Fire Company in the Amount of $91,140.00.
The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: Councilman Clement, Councilwoman Hallums Quillman and Councilwoman Ibarra
Approval of Purchase and Upfit of One New Vehicle for the Investigations Division Asset Forfeiture Detective not to exceed $65,000
Chief Evans briefly explains.
A motion was made by Councilman Joe Clement, seconded by Councilwoman Suzanna Ibarra, to recommend for approval COUNCIL MEMO #TMP-9453: Approval of Purchase and Upfit of One New Vehicle for the Investigations Division Asset Forfeiture Detective not to exceed $65,000.
The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: Councilman Clement, Councilwoman Hallums Quillman and Councilwoman Ibarra
Award of Contract for Peregrine Technologies
Will go the CTIS tomorrow to present demo and hold off till February 17 for Council to show a demo.
Chief Evans briefly explains an overview of what happened last night at pre-council.
A motion was made by Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman, seconded by Councilwoman Suzanna Ibarra, to forward without recommendation until they see demo on February 17, 2026 COUNCIL MEMO #TMP-9485: Award of Contract for Peregrine Technologies.
The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: Councilwoman Ibarra, Councilwoman Hallums Quillman and Councilman Clement
ORDINANCES
Ordinance Amending Chapter 12, Section 13(g) to Impose Lift Assist Fees in Accordance with House Bill 2336
Chief Carey briefly explains.
Councilwoman Quillman and Ibarra ask questions. Chief Carey answers.
A motion was made by Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman, seconded by Councilwoman Suzanna Ibarra, to recommend for approval COUNCIL MEMO #TMP-9483: Ordinance Amending Chapter 12, Section 13(g) to Impose Lift Assist Fees in Accordance with House Bill 2336.
The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: ROLL CALL
Present Councilwoman Suzanna Ibarra, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman and Councilman Joe Clement
ALSO PRESENT: Chief of Police William Evans, Chief of Fire Jeff Carey, Deputy Chief of Fire Matt Baxter
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
A motion was made by Councilwoman Suzanna Ibarra, seconded by
Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman, to approve COUNCIL MEMO
The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: Councilman Clement, Councilwoman Hallums Quillman and Councilwoman Ibarra
CITIZENS TO BE HEARD ON AGENDA ITEMS
None
AGENDA ITEMS
Award of Professional Services Agreement for Ambulance Billing Services for the City of Joliet Fire Department 2026-2028 to EMS Management & Consultants (EMSMC) not to exceed $1,000,000.00 for years 2026-2028
Chief Carey briefly explains.
A motion was made by Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman, seconded by Councilwoman Suzanna Ibarra, to recommend for approval COUNCIL MEMO #TMP-9484: Award of Professional Services Agreement for Ambulance Billing Services for the City of Joliet Fire Department 2026-2028 to EMS Management & Consultants (EMSMC) not to exceed $1,000,000.00 for years 2026-2028.
The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: Councilman Clement, Councilwoman Hallums Quillman and Councilwoman Ibarra
Purchase of Four (4) Complete Horton Ambulances from Foster Coach in the amount of $1,571,356.00 for Budget Years 2027 – 2028
Chief Carey briefly explains.
A motion was made by Councilwoman Suzanna Ibarra, seconded by
Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman, to recommend for approval COUNCIL MEMO #TMP-9472: Purchase of Four (4) Complete Horton Ambulances from Foster Coach in the amount of $1,571,356.00 for Budget Years 2027 – 2028.
The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: Councilman Clement, Councilwoman Hallums Quillman and Councilwoman Ibarra
Purchase of Twelve (12) Bullard QXT Pro Thermal Imagers and Twelve (12) Basic Feature Packs for the Joliet Fire Department from Dinges Fire Company in the Amount of $91,140.00
Chief Carey briefly explains.
A motion was made by Councilwoman Suzanna Ibarra, seconded by
Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman, to recommend for approval COUNCIL MEMO #TMP-9462: Purchase of Twelve (12) Bullard QXT Pro Thermal Imagers and Twelve (12) Basic Feature Packs for the Joliet Fire Department from Dinges Fire Company in the Amount of $91,140.00.
The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: Councilman Clement, Councilwoman Hallums Quillman and Councilwoman Ibarra
Approval of Purchase and Upfit of One New Vehicle for the Investigations Division Asset Forfeiture Detective not to exceed $65,000
Chief Evans briefly explains.
A motion was made by Councilman Joe Clement, seconded by Councilwoman Suzanna Ibarra, to recommend for approval COUNCIL MEMO #TMP-9453: Approval of Purchase and Upfit of One New Vehicle for the Investigations Division Asset Forfeiture Detective not to exceed $65,000.
The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: Councilman Clement, Councilwoman Hallums Quillman and Councilwoman Ibarra
Award of Contract for Peregrine Technologies
Will go the CTIS tomorrow to present demo and hold off till February 17 for Council to show a demo.
Chief Evans briefly explains an overview of what happened last night at pre-council.
A motion was made by Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman, seconded by Councilwoman Suzanna Ibarra, to forward without recommendation until they see demo on February 17, 2026 COUNCIL MEMO #TMP-9485: Award of Contract for Peregrine Technologies.
The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: Councilwoman Ibarra, Councilwoman Hallums Quillman and Councilman Clement
ORDINANCES
Ordinance Amending Chapter 12, Section 13(g) to Impose Lift Assist Fees in Accordance with House Bill 2336
Chief Carey briefly explains.
Councilwoman Quillman and Ibarra ask questions. Chief Carey answers.
A motion was made by Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman, seconded by Councilwoman Suzanna Ibarra, to recommend for approval COUNCIL MEMO #TMP-9483: Ordinance Amending Chapter 12, Section 13(g) to Impose Lift Assist Fees in Accordance with House Bill 2336.
The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: Councilman Clement, Councilwoman Hallums Quillman and Councilwoman Ibarra
RESOLUTIONS
Resolution Authorizing the Execution of a Memorandum of Understanding Between the City of Joliet and the Will County Sheriff’s Office (WSCO)
Chief Evans briefly explains.
Councilman Clement asks questions.
Chief Evans answers.
A motion was made by Councilwoman Suzanna Ibarra, seconded by Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman, to recommend for approval COUNCIL MEMO #TMP-9437: Resolution Authorizing the Execution of a Memorandum of Understanding Between the City of Joliet and the Will County Sheriff’s Office (WSCO).
The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: Councilman Clement, Councilwoman Hallums Quillman and Councilwoman Ibarra
Resolution to Accept and Implement a Grant from the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity under Public Act 103-0006
Chief Evans briefly explains.
A motion was made by Councilwoman Suzanna Ibarra, seconded by
Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman, to recommend for approval COUNCIL MEMO #TMP-9447: Resolution to Accept and Implement a Grant from the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity under Public Act 103-0006.
The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: Councilman Clement, Councilwoman Hallums Quillman and Councilwoman Ibarra
NEW OR OLD BUSINESS, NOT FOR FINAL ACTION OR RECOMMENDATION
None
PUBLIC COMMENTS
None
ADJOURNMENT
A motion was made by Councilwoman Ibarra, seconded by Councilwoman Hallums Quillman, that this was adjourn.
The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: Councilwoman Ibarra, Councilwoman Hallums Quillman and Councilman Clement
RESOLUTIONS
Councilman Clement, Councilwoman Hallums Quillman and Councilwoman Ibarra
Resolution Authorizing the Execution of a Memorandum of Understanding Between the City of Joliet and the Will County Sheriff’s Office (WSCO)
Chief Evans briefly explains.
Councilman Clement asks questions.
Chief Evans answers.
A motion was made by Councilwoman Suzanna Ibarra, seconded by
Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman, to recommend for approval COUNCIL MEMO #TMP-9437: Resolution Authorizing the Execution of a Memorandum of Understanding Between the City of Joliet and the Will County Sheriff’s Office (WSCO).
The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: Councilman Clement, Councilwoman Hallums Quillman and Councilwoman Ibarra
Resolution to Accept and Implement a Grant from the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity under Public Act 103-0006
Chief Evans briefly explains.
A motion was made by Councilwoman Suzanna Ibarra, seconded by Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman, to recommend for approval COUNCIL MEMO #TMP-9447: Resolution to Accept and Implement a Grant from the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity under Public Act 103-0006.
The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: Councilman Clement, Councilwoman Hallums Quillman and Councilwoman Ibarra
NEW OR OLD BUSINESS, NOT FOR FINAL ACTION OR RECOMMENDATION
None
PUBLIC COMMENTS
None
ADJOURNMENT
A motion was made by Councilwoman Ibarra, seconded by Councilwoman Hallums Quillman, that this was adjourn.
The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: Councilwoman Ibarra, Councilwoman Hallums Quillman and Councilman Clement
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