The Joliet City Council met March 7 to appoint committee members.
Here is the meeting's agenda, as provided by the council:
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REGULAR MEETING of the Council of the City of Joliet, Illinois was held on Tuesday,
March 7, 2017 at 6:30 P.M. in the Council Chambers, Joliet Municipal Building, 150 W.
Jefferson Street, Joliet, Illinois.
INVOCATION: Pastor Vinton Ritchey, First Christian Church, 1701 Laraway Road
PLEDGE TO THE FLAG:
I. ROLL CALL:
PRESENT: Mayor Robert O’Dekirk, Councilwoman Brooke Hernandez
Brewer, Councilwoman Bettye Gavin, Councilman John E. Gerl,
Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilman Terry Morris, Councilman
Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman, Councilman
Michael F. Turk.
ABSENT: None.
ALSO PRESENT: City Manager James D. Hock, Corporation Counsel Martin
Shanahan, Jr.
II. MAYOR:
A. Proclamation – Congratulating Joseph “Jo Jo” Awinongya, Jr. for his
boxing victories
Proclamation
Councilwoman Gavin read a Proclamation issued by Mayor O'Dekirk
congratulating Joseph "Jo Jo" Anwinongya, Jr. for his boxing victories.
Joseph "Jo Jo" Awinongya, Jr. thanked the Mayor and Council for their
recognition.
Mr. Awinongya told his boxing story and how he came to Joliet.
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B. Mayor O’Dekirk - Appointments
Motion to appoint Mike Bily, Gary Davidson, Sandy Gerrettie, Marc Kaufman, Maria
Rafac, Jim Riggs, and Richard Rodriguez to the Environmental and Refuse Commission
was made by Councilwoman Bettye Gavin.
Motion seconded by Councilwoman Brooke Hernandez Brewer.
Motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Councilwoman Brooke Hernandez Brewer, Councilwoman Bettye
Gavin, Councilman John E. Gerl, Councilman Larry E. Hug,
Councilman Terry Morris, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan
Hallums Quillman, Councilman Michael F. Turk
NAYS: None
ABSTAIN: Mayor Robert O’Dekirk
III. APPROVAL OF AGENDA:
Motion to approve the Agenda as written with the following change: Move Council
Memo #132-17 - Request for Authorization to Approve Emergency Leak Repairs at
Union Station under Award of Contracts was made by Councilman Michael F. Turk.
Motion seconded by Councilwoman Brooke Hernandez Brewer.
Motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Councilwoman Brooke Hernandez Brewer, Councilwoman Bettye
Gavin, Councilman John E. Gerl, Councilman Larry E. Hug,
Councilman Terry Morris, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan
Hallums Quillman, Councilman Michael F. Turk
NAYS: None
ABSTAIN: Mayor Robert O’Dekirk
IV. CITIZENS TO BE HEARD ON AGENDA ITEMS:
V. COUNCIL COMMITTEE REPORTS:
A. Land Use & Legislative
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Councilman Morris stated the Land Use and Legislative Committee met on
March 1, 2017 at 9:00 a.m. He stated representatives from Hawk Auto came
before the Committee proposing to build a new Subaru dealership at Route
59 and Theodore Street. He stated the Committee also
discussed Ordinances amending licenses giving the City's Mayor
authorization for emergency closure of businesses. He stated Alfredo
Melesio, Director of Neighborhood Services, discussed with the Committee
a bank-owned abandoned property registration Ordinance. He stated the
Committee also discussed abandoned above-ground swimming pool
regulations, update on the proposed dog Ordinance, absenteeism of
Council Members, temporary summer farm stands and potential expansion
of same, Ordinance prohibiting the sale, delivery, and possession of drug
paraphernalia, intergovernmental agreement with the Forest Preserve and
Village of Shorewood for connecting the path from Rock Run over I-55. He
stated the next meeting of the Land Use and Legislative Committee is
Monday, March 20, 2017 at 9:00 a.m.
Mayor and Corporation Council briefly discussed the proposed dog
Ordinance with regard to the pending litigation of a Chicago case to prevent
any law suits when the City adopts an Ordinance.
B. Public Service
Councilman Hug stated the Public Service Committee met yesterday
evening at 4:30 p.m. to discuss the 2017 deteriorated roadway resurfacing
projects. He stated the Committee also reviewed the contracts, change
orders, pay estimates, and final payments and found them all to be in order
and recommended their approval.
VI. CONSENT AGENDA:
A. Approval of Minutes
1. Special Meeting – February 15, 2017
Special Meeting 2-15-17 Minutes
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2. Combined Meeting – February 21, 2017
2-21-17 Minutes
The minutes of the Special Meeting of the Council of the City of Joliet,
Illinois held on Wednesday, February 15, 2017 at 7:00 p.m. and of
the Combined Meeting of the Council of the City of Joliet, Illinois held on
Tuesday, February 21, 2017 at 6:30 p.m. stand approved as recorded.
B. COUNCIL MEMO #100-17: 2017 Deteriorated Roadway Resurfacing
Program
COUNCIL MEMO #100-17
A communication from the City Manager contained his recommendation that
the Mayor and Council approve the 2017 Deteriorated Roadway
Resurfacing Program and authorize the administration to pursue the
engineering plans and advertisements for bids for the program.
Motion to concur in the recommendations of the City Manager was made by
Councilwoman Bettye Gavin.
Motion seconded by Councilman Michael F. Turk.
Motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Councilwoman Brooke Hernandez Brewer, Councilwoman Bettye
Gavin, Councilman John E. Gerl, Councilman Larry E. Hug,
Councilman Terry Morris, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan
Hallums Quillman, Councilman Michael F. Turk
NAYS: None
ABSTAIN: Mayor Robert O’Dekirk
VII. LICENSES AND PERMIT APPLICATIONS:
A. COUNCIL MEMO #102-17: Transfer of a Class “C” Liquor License at 453
E. Cass Street – Mimi’s Liquors
COUNCIL MEMO #102-17
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A communication from the Liquor Commissioner regarding the application of
Shree Hari Food and Liquor Inc. d/b/a Mimi's Liquor for the Transfer of a
Class “C” Liquor License (Package) at 453 E. Cass Street contained his
recommendation that the transfer of this license is in the best interest of the
City, and therefore, approval is recommended.
Motion to approve COUNCIL MEMO #102-17: Transfer of a Class “C” Liquor License at
453 E. Cass Street – Mimi’s Liquors was made by Councilwoman Bettye Gavin.
Motion seconded by Councilman Michael F. Turk.
Motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Councilwoman Brooke Hernandez Brewer, Councilwoman Bettye
Gavin, Councilman John E. Gerl, Councilman Larry E. Hug,
Councilman Terry Morris, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan
Hallums Quillman, Councilman Michael F. Turk
NAYS: None
ABSTAIN: Mayor Robert O’Dekirk
B. COUNCIL MEMO #103-17: Transfer of a Class “A” Liquor License at 723
N. Collins Street – Rey De Copas
COUNCIL MEMO #103-17
A communication from the Liquor Commissioner regarding the application of
Rey De Copas Inc. d/b/a Rey De Copas for the Transfer of a Class “A”
Liquor License (Premises & Package) at 723 Collins Street contained his
recommendation that the transfer of this license is in the best interest of the
City, and therefore, approval is recommended.
Motion to approve COUNCIL MEMO #103-17: Transfer of a Class “A” Liquor License at
723 N. Collins Street – Rey De Copas was made by Councilman Michael F. Turk.
Motion seconded by Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman.
Motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Councilwoman Brooke Hernandez Brewer, Councilwoman Bettye
Gavin, Councilman John E. Gerl, Councilman Larry E. Hug,
Councilman Terry Morris, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan
Hallums Quillman, Councilman Michael F. Turk
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NAYS: None
ABSTAIN: Mayor Robert O’Dekirk
C. COUNCIL MEMO #104-17: Issuance of a Class “C” Liquor License at
2219 W. Jefferson Street – Basinger Pharmacy
COUNCIL MEMO #104-17
Councilman Mudron and the City Manager briefly discussed the issuance of
the liquor license at the new location of Basinger's Pharmacy.
Police Chief Brian Benton briefly explained the reasons for the calls for
service at this location.
A communication from the Liquor Commissioner regarding the application of
Basinger's Pharmacy Inc. d/b/a Basinger's Pharmacy for the Issuance of a
Class “C” Liquor License (Package) at 2219 W. Jefferson Street contained
his recommendation that the issuance of this license is in the best interest of
the City, and therefore, approval is recommended.
Motion to approve COUNCIL MEMO #104-17: Issuance of a Class “C” Liquor License
at 2219 W. Jefferson Street – Basinger Pharmacy was made by Councilman Michael F.
Turk.
Motion seconded by Councilman John E. Gerl.
Motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Councilwoman Brooke Hernandez Brewer, Councilwoman Bettye
Gavin, Councilman John E. Gerl, Councilman Larry E. Hug,
Councilman Terry Morris, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan
Hallums Quillman, Councilman Michael F. Turk
NAYS: None
ABSTAIN: Mayor Robert O’Dekirk
D. COUNCIL MEMO #105-17: Issuance of a Class “E” Liquor License at 50
E. Jefferson Street – Grand Ballroom at Joliet Union Station
COUNCIL MEMO #105-17
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A communication from the Liquor Commissioner regarding the application of
JBM Golf Properties d/b/a Grand Ballroom at Joliet Union Station for
the Issuance of a Class “E” Liquor License (Restaurant or Hotel) at 50 E.
Jefferson Street contained his recommendation that the issuance of this
license is in the best interest of the City, and therefore, approval is
recommended.
Motion to approve COUNCIL MEMO #105-17: Issuance of a Class “E” Liquor License
at 50 E. Jefferson Street – Grand Ballroom at Joliet Union Station was made by
Councilman Larry E. Hug.
Motion seconded by Councilman Michael F. Turk.
Motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Councilwoman Brooke Hernandez Brewer, Councilwoman Bettye
Gavin, Councilman John E. Gerl, Councilman Larry E. Hug,
Councilman Terry Morris, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan
Hallums Quillman, Councilman Michael F. Turk
NAYS: None
ABSTAIN: Mayor Robert O’Dekirk
E. COUNCIL MEMO #106-17: Issuance of a Class “B” Liquor License at 22
W. Cass Street – The Forge
COUNCIL MEMO #106-17
A communication from the Liquor Commissioner regarding the application
of 1133 S. Western Ave. Corp. d/b/a The Forge for the Issuance of a Class
“B” Liquor License (Premise Only) at 22 W. Cass Street contained his
recommendation that the issuance of this license is in the best interest of
the City, and therefore, approval is recommended.
Councilman Mudron briefly discussed the use of local union stage hands for
the proposed shows at The Forge and asked the building owner, Mr. Bays,
to relay this information to the applicants.
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Motion to adopt COUNCIL MEMO #106-17: Issuance of a Class “B” Liquor License at
22 W. Cass Street – The Forge was made by Councilwoman Brooke Hernandez
Brewer.
Motion seconded by Councilwoman Bettye Gavin.
Motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Councilwoman Brooke Hernandez Brewer, Councilwoman Bettye
Gavin, Councilman John E. Gerl, Councilman Larry E. Hug,
Councilman Terry Morris, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan
Hallums Quillman, Councilman Michael F. Turk
NAYS: None
ABSTAIN: Mayor Robert O’Dekirk
VIII. PUBLIC HEARINGS:
None
IX. ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS:
A. ORDINANCES:
1. COUNCIL MEMO #108-17: Ordinance Approving a Special Use
Permit to Allow a Staffing Agency, Located at 815 N. Larkin Avenue
(PETITION 2017-07)
COUNCIL MEMO #108-17
Motion to adopt COUNCIL MEMO #108-17: Ordinance Approving a Special Use Permit
to Allow a Staffing Agency, Located at 815 N. Larkin Avenue (PETITION 2017-07) was
made by Councilman John E. Gerl.
Motion seconded by Councilman Michael F. Turk.
Motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Councilwoman Brooke Hernandez Brewer, Councilwoman Bettye
Gavin, Councilman John E. Gerl, Councilman Larry E. Hug,
Councilman Terry Morris, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan
Hallums Quillman, Councilman Michael F. Turk
NAYS: None
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ABSTAIN: Mayor Robert O’Dekirk
Council Memo #108-17
ORDINANCE NO. 17580
2. COUNCIL MEMO #109-17: Ordinance Approving a Special Use
Permit to Allow Truck Repair and Transportation Business Located at
2700 McDonough Street (PETITION 2017-10)
COUNCIL MEMO #109-17
Motion to adopt COUNCIL MEMO #109-17: Ordinance Approving a Special Use Permit
to Allow Truck Repair and Transportation Business Located at 2700 McDonough Street
(PETITION 2017-10) was made by Councilwoman Brooke Hernandez Brewer.
Motion seconded by Councilwoman Bettye Gavin.
Motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Councilwoman Brooke Hernandez Brewer, Councilwoman Bettye
Gavin, Councilman John E. Gerl, Councilman Larry E. Hug,
Councilman Terry Morris, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan
Hallums Quillman, Councilman Michael F. Turk
NAYS: None
ABSTAIN: Mayor Robert O’Dekirk
Council Memo #109-17
ORDINANCE NO. 17581
3. COUNCIL MEMO #110-17: Ordinance Amending Chapter 18,
Licenses and Business Regulations, Article I, of the City of Joliet
Code of Ordinances (Allowing Emergency Suspension of License)
COUNCIL MEMO #110-17
Motion to adopt COUNCIL MEMO #110-17: Ordinance Amending Chapter 18, Licenses
and Business Regulations, Article I, of the City of Joliet Code of Ordinances (Allowing
Emergency Suspension of License) was made by Councilman Larry E. Hug.
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Motion seconded by Councilwoman Bettye Gavin.
Motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Councilwoman Brooke Hernandez Brewer, Councilwoman Bettye
Gavin, Councilman John E. Gerl, Councilman Larry E. Hug,
Councilman Terry Morris, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman,
Councilman Michael F. Turk
NAYS: Councilman Pat Mudron
ABSTAIN: Mayor Robert O’Dekirk
Council Memo #110-17
ORDINANCE NO. 17582
4. COUNCIL MEMO #111-17: Ordinance Amending Chapter 13, Article
III, Food Stores, Division 3, Licenses of the City of Joliet Code of
Ordinances (Allowing Emergency Suspension of License)
COUNCIL MEMO #111-17
Motion to adopt COUNCIL MEMO #111-17: Ordinance Amending Chapter 13, Article
III, Food Stores, Division 3, Licenses of the City of Joliet Code of Ordinances (Allowing
Emergency Suspension of License) was made by Councilman John E. Gerl.
Motion seconded by Councilman Michael F. Turk.
Motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Councilwoman Brooke Hernandez Brewer, Councilwoman Bettye
Gavin, Councilman John E. Gerl, Councilman Larry E. Hug,
Councilman Terry Morris, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan
Hallums Quillman, Councilman Michael F. Turk
NAYS: None
ABSTAIN: Mayor Robert O’Dekirk
Council Memo #111-17
ORDINANCE NO. 17583
5. COUNCIL MEMO #112-17: Ordinance Amending Chapter 21,
Offenses-Miscellaneous, Article I, of the City of Joliet Code of
Ordinances (Prohibiting the Sale, Delivery, and Possession of Drug
Paraphernalia)
COUNCIL MEMO #112-17
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Motion to adopt COUNCIL MEMO #112-17: Ordinance Amending Chapter 21,
Offenses-Miscellaneous, Article I, of the City of Joliet Code of Ordinances (Prohibiting
the Sale, Delivery, and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia) was made by Councilwoman
Brooke Hernandez Brewer.
Motion seconded by Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman.
Motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Councilwoman Brooke Hernandez Brewer, Councilwoman Bettye
Gavin, Councilman John E. Gerl, Councilman Larry E. Hug,
Councilman Terry Morris, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan
Hallums Quillman, Councilman Michael F. Turk
NAYS: None
ABSTAIN: Mayor Robert O’Dekirk
Council Memo #112-17
ORDINANCE NO. 17584
6. COUNCIL MEMO #113-17: Ordinance Amending Chapter 2,
Administration, Article I, Sec. 2-23, Meetings of the Mayor and City
Council, of the City of Joliet Code of Ordinances (City Council
Members Shall Not be Compensated After Missing More Than Five
Regular or Combined Tuesday City Council Meetings within any 52-
Week Period)
COUNCIL MEMO #113-17
The Council briefly discussed the implementation of the Ordinance.
Motion to adopt COUNCIL MEMO #113-17: Ordinance Amending Chapter 2,
Administration, Article I, Sec. 2-23, Meetings of the Mayor and City Council, of the City
of Joliet Code of Ordinances (City Council Members Shall Not be Compensated After
Missing More Than Five Regular or Combined Tuesday City Council Meetings within
any 52-Week Period) was made by Councilwoman Bettye Gavin.
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Motion seconded by Councilwoman Brooke Hernandez Brewer.
Motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Councilwoman Brooke Hernandez Brewer, Councilwoman Bettye
Gavin, Councilman John E. Gerl, Councilman Larry E. Hug,
Councilman Terry Morris, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan
Hallums Quillman, Councilman Michael F. Turk
NAYS: None
ABSTAIN: Mayor Robert O’Dekirk
Council Memo #113-17
ORDINANCE NO. 17585
B. RESOLUTIONS:
1. COUNCIL MEMO #115-17: Resolution Authorizing Execution of an
Addendum to the Contingent Fee Professional Services Agreement
with Azavar Audit Solutions
COUNCIL MEMO #115-17
Motion to adopt COUNCIL MEMO #115-17: Resolution Authorizing Execution of an
Addendum to the Contingent Fee Professional Services Agreement with Azavar Audit
Solutions was made by Councilman Michael F. Turk.
Motion seconded by Councilwoman Brooke Hernandez Brewer.
Motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Councilwoman Brooke Hernandez Brewer, Councilwoman Bettye
Gavin, Councilman John E. Gerl, Councilman Larry E. Hug,
Councilman Terry Morris, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan
Hallums Quillman, Councilman Michael F. Turk
NAYS: None
ABSTAIN: Mayor Robert O’Dekirk
Council Memo #115-17
RESOLUTION NO. 7121
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2. COUNCIL MEMO #116-17: Resolution Authorizing Execution of an
Intergovernmental Agreement with the Forest Preserve District of Will
County and the Village of Shorewood for a Public Bikeway Along
Black Road
COUNCIL MEMO #116-17
The City Manager briefly discussed the construction timeline for the
public bikeway along Black Road. He stated the construction should
begin between March and April of 2018.
Motion to adopt COUNCIL MEMO #116-17: Resolution Authorizing Execution of an
Intergovernmental Agreement with the Forest Preserve District of Will County and the
Village of Shorewood for a Public Bikeway Along Black Road was made by Councilman
Larry E. Hug.
Motion seconded by Councilwoman Bettye Gavin.
Motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Councilwoman Brooke Hernandez Brewer, Councilwoman Bettye
Gavin, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilman Terry Morris,
Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman,
Councilman Michael F. Turk
NAYS: None
ABSTAIN: Mayor Robert O’Dekirk, Councilman John E. Gerl
Council Memo #116-17
RESOLUTION NO. 7122
X. BIDS AND CONTRACTS:
A. AWARD OF CONTRACTS:
1. COUNCIL MEMO #118-17: Request for Authorization to Approve
Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Professional Services
COUNCIL MEMO #118-17
2. COUNCIL MEMO #119-17: Request for Authorization to Award a
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Contract for the Aux Sable and Westside Wastewater Treatment
Plants Phosphorus Removal and Expansion Project
COUNCIL MEMO #119-17
3. COUNCIL MEMO #120-17: Request for Authorization to Award a
Contract for the 2017 Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation Project
COUNCIL MEMO #120-17
4. COUNCIL MEMO #121-17: Request for Authorization to Award a
Contract for the Glenwood Avenue Watermain Improvement Project
COUNCIL MEMO #121-17
5. COUNCIL MEMO #122-17: Request for Authorization to Award a
Contract for the Terry Drive Watermain Improvement Project
COUNCIL MEMO #122-17
6. COUNCIL MEMO #123-17: Request for Authorization to Award a
Contract for the Forest Park Phase I Watermain Improvement Project
COUNCIL MEMO #123-17
7. COUNCIL MEMO #124-17: Request for Authorization to Award a
Contract for the Marycrest Phase II Watermain Improvement Project
COUNCIL MEMO #124-17
8. COUNCIL MEMO #125-17: Request for Authorization to Award a
Contract for the Downtown Watermain Improvement Project
COUNCIL MEMO #125-17
9. COUNCIL MEMO #126-17: Request for Authorization to Award a
Contract for the Westside Wastewater Treatment Plant Diffuser
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Upgrade Project - 2017
COUNCIL MEMO #126-17
10. COUNCIL MEMO #127-17: Request for Authorization to Award a
Contract for Local Limit Re-Evaluation Analytical Testing - 2017
COUNCIL MEMO #127-17
4. COUNCIL MEMO #132-17: Request for Authorization to Approve
Emergency Leak Repairs at Union Station
COUNCIL MEMO #132-17
Motion to approve Council Memos #118-17 through #127-17 and Council Memo #132-
17 was made by Councilwoman Brooke Hernandez Brewer.
Motion seconded by Councilman Larry E. Hug.
Motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Councilwoman Brooke Hernandez Brewer, Councilwoman Bettye
Gavin, Councilman John E. Gerl, Councilman Larry E. Hug,
Councilman Terry Morris, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan
Hallums Quillman, Councilman Michael F. Turk
NAYS: None
ABSTAIN: Mayor Robert O’Dekirk
B. AMENDMENTS, CHANGE ORDERS AND PAYMENTS:
1. COUNCIL MEMO #129-17: Request for Authorization to Approve
Amendment No. 1 to the Professional Services Agreement for the
Eastside Influent Pumping Station Construction Related Services
Contract
COUNCIL MEMO #129-17
2. COUNCIL MEMO #130-17: Request for Authorization to Approve
Change Order No. 7 for the Eastside Wastewater Treatment Plant
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Influent Pumping Station and Screen Replacement Project
COUNCIL MEMO #130-17
3. COUNCIL MEMO #131-17: Request for Authorization to Approve
Payment for Emergency Sewer Repair – Black Road Force Main
COUNCIL MEMO #131-17
Motion to approve Council Memos #129-17 through Council Memo #131-17 was made
by Councilwoman Brooke Hernandez Brewer.
Motion seconded by Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman.
Motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Councilwoman Brooke Hernandez Brewer, Councilwoman Bettye
Gavin, Councilman John E. Gerl, Councilman Larry E. Hug,
Councilman Terry Morris, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan
Hallums Quillman, Councilman Michael F. Turk
NAYS: None
ABSTAIN: Mayor Robert O’Dekirk
XI. CITY MANAGER:
The City Manager stated he had nothing to report.
XII. NEW BUSINESS (Not For Final Action Or Recommendation):
Councilwoman Hernandez Brewer briefly discussed the flags throughout the City.
Councilman Morris invited everyone to the Eastside Neighborhood Organization
meeting where honored guest students from Joliet Central High School will be in
attendance. He stated the meeting will be held next Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. at
the Eastside Church of Christ 314 Manhattan Road.
Mayor O'Dekirk and the City Manager briefly discussed the replacement of
handicap parking sign.
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Mayor O'Dekirk and Jim Ghedotte, Director of Finance, briefly discussed the
removal of the water billing grace period.
XIII. PUBLIC COMMENTS:
Mr. Miguel Rojas 226 Krakar Avenue resident of the Ridgewood neighborhood,
which is outside of the City limits but has City of Joliet sanitary services,
addressed the Council concerning his sanitary, water, and garbage services
and bills.
XIV. MAYOR AND COUNCIL COMMENTS:
Councilwoman Hernandez Brewer highlighted the ribbon cutting for Comcast
Cable TV.
Councilwoman Gavin stated she and Councilwoman Hernandez Brewer attended
the presentation of 60 Kindle Fires and 500 gift cards by Amazon at A.O. Marshall
Elementary School.
Councilman Hug thanked Inspector General Chris Regis and Chief Benton for
being proactive regarding the emergency suspension license Ordinances. He also
congratulated the Plainfield Central High School Pom Cat Dance Team for
qualifying and competing in the state competition.
Councilwoman Quillman congratulated the Miracle League of Joliet on their 10
year anniversary.
Councilman Turk thanked Bicentennial Park for hosting an Oscar Party on
February 26, 2017.
Mayor O'Dekirk and Corporation Counsel Marty Shanahan briefly discussed
money received from one of the sanitary sewer districts.
Mayor O'Dekirk highlighted the Joliet West High School R.O.T.C. Suicide Walk,
new Comcast customer service center. He thanked the first responders for their
work during the storms last week and Joliet Junior College for hosting his State of
the City address. He asked for a moment of silence in memory of Sue Klein a
community activist.
COUNCIL – MANAGER FORM 97
Proceedings of the Council of the City of Joliet, Illinois
held on March 7, 2017
VIDEO IS HEREIN INCORPORATED
INTO THE OFFICIAL MINUTES
DRAFT MINUTES SUBJECT TO
COUNCIL APPROVAL
XV. ADJOURNMENT:
Motion to adjourn was made by Councilman Larry E. Hug.
Motion seconded by Councilwoman Brooke Hernandez Brewer.
Motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Councilwoman Brooke Hernandez Brewer, Councilwoman Bettye
Gavin, Councilman John E. Gerl, Councilman Larry E. Hug,
Councilman Terry Morris, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan
Hallums Quillman, Councilman Michael F. Turk
NAYS: None
ABSTAIN: Mayor Robert O’Dekirk
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CHRISTA M. DESIDERIO
City Clerk
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