Joliet City Pre Council met April 30.
Here is the minutes provided by the Council:
I. Roll Call:
II. Mayor:
III. Approval Of Agenda:
IV. Citizens To Be Heard On Agenda Items:
Robert Hernandez spoke in favor of Council Memo #242-18 restoring the Bicentennial Park Fountain.
V. Council Committee Reports:
A. Land Use & Legislative
B. Public Safety
C. Public Service
VI. Consent Agenda:
A. Approval of Minutes
1. Pre-Council Meeting – April 16, 2018
4-16-18 Minutes
2. Council Meeting – April 17, 2018
4-17-18 Minutes
VII. Licenses And Permit Applications:
None
VIII. Public Hearings:
None
IX. Ordinances And Resolutions:
A. Ordinances:
1. Council Memo #226-18: Ordinance Approving the Vacation of a 5’ x 65’ Portion of a 25’ Wide Public Utility and Drainage Easement, Located at 3416 Timber Lake Drive
The City Manager gave a brief overview of this Council Memo.
2. Council Memo #227-18: Ordinance Approving the Vacation of a 10’ x 71’ Portion of a 20’ Public Utility and Drainage Easement, Located at 8103 Settlers Pond Way
The City Manager gave a brief overview of this Council Memo.
3. Council Memo #228-18: Ordinance Approving / Resolution Denying a Waiver Request for Public Improvements (i.e. Public Sidewalks and Street Lights) at 1040 South Rowell Avenue
The City Manager gave a brief overview of this Council Memo.
Director of Community Development, Kendall Jackson stated staff is recommending denial of the waiver; however, the Plan Commission is recommending approval.
A brief discussion was held regarding the waiving of a public improvement.
Per the request of Councilwoman Quillman, Plan Commission minutes will be provided prior to the Council Meeting.
Councilman Morris and Public Works Director Jim Trizna discussed the street lighting on Rowell Avenue.
A lengthy discussion was held regarding the City ordinance governing subdivision regulations.
Mr. Wright, with Redeem Church of God in Christ, spoke regarding the waiver.
4. Council Memo #229-18: Ordinance Approving a Variation of Use to Allow Continuation of a Carry-Out Restaurant, a B-1 Use in an R-4 Zoning District, Located at 723 Taylor Street
The City Manager gave a brief overview of this Council Memo.
5. Council Memo #230-18: Ordinance Approving a Variation of Use to Allow Continuation of an Existing 2-Unit, an R-3 Use in an R-2 Zoning District, Located at 503 S. Des Plaines Street
The City Manager gave a brief overview of this Council Memo.
6. Council Memo #231-18: Ordinances Approving a Variation of Use to Allow a B-3 Use in a B-1 District and a Special Use Permit to Allow an Auto Tire and Repair Facility in an Existing Building, Located at 701 Plainfield Road (2/3 vote required for passage) / Resolutions Denying a Variation of Use to Allow a B-3 Use in a B-1 District and a Special Use Permit to Allow an Auto Tire and Repair Facility in an Existing Building, Located at 701 Plainfield Road
The City Manager gave a brief overview of this Council Memo.
Kendall Jackson stated residents from the adjacent neighborhood were present at the Plan Commission meeting and expressed concerns. Mr. Jackson reaffirmed the landowner is the one requesting the Special Use Permit.
B. Resolutions:
1. Council Memo #233-18: Resolution Clarifying a Tax Incentive for Cadence Premier Logistics
The City Manager gave a brief overview of this Council Memo.
2. Council Memo #234-18: Resolution Clarifying a Tax Incentive for Project Osprey (Mars)
The City Manager gave a brief overview of this Council Memo.
The City Manager stated this item will be discussed at tomorrow's Public Service Committee Meeting.
3. Council Memo #235-18: Resolution Accepting Illinois Environmental Protection Agency Low Interest Loan L175404 in the Amount of $14,601,968.55 for the 2018 Sewer Main Rehabilitation Project
The City Manager stated this item will be discussed at tomorrow's Public Service Committee Meeting.
4. Council Memo #236-18: Resolution Appropriating Motor Fuel Tax Funds in the Amount of $210,457.00 for the 2018 Pavement Marking Program – MFT Sect. No. 18-00513-00-ST to Superior Road Striping Inc.
The City Manager stated this item will be discussed at tomorrow's Public Service Committee Meeting.
5. Council Memo #237-18: Resolution Appropriating Motor Fuel Tax Funds in the Amount of $8,430.40 for the Marion Street / York Avenue Roadway Improvements Project – 2017 MFT Sect. No. 17- 00504-00-FP with P.T. Ferro Construction Co.
The City Manager stated this item will be discussed at tomorrow's Public Service Committee Meeting.
7. Council Memo #240-18: Resolution Authorizing Execution of a Comprehensive Intergovernmental Agreement Between the Joliet Public Library and the City of Joliet to Effectuate a Land Swap for Services and Other Matters
The City Manager gave a brief overview of this Council Memo. Corporation Counsel Marty Shanahan stated this allows the City to include the Library's parking lot for the proposed downtown plaza.
Corporation Counsel Marty Shanahan stated this allows the City to include the Library's parking lot for the proposed downtown plaza.
6. Council Memo #238-18: Resolution Accepting a Drainage Easement and Authorization of Payment in the Amount of $48,249.80 for 2460 Van Dyke Road to John Findlay
The City Manager stated this item will be discussed at tomorrow's Public Service Committee Meeting.
X. Bids And Contracts:
A. Award Of Contracts:
1. Council Memo #242-18: Request for Authorization to Award a Contract For Reconstruction of the Bicentennial Park Fountain to R. W. Clark Construction in the Amount of $175,800
The City Manager gave a brief overview of this Council Memo.
A brief discussion was held regarding the additional funding needed for the completion of the fountain.
2. Council Memo #243-18: Request for Authorization to Purchase Motorola APX7000XE Digital Portable Radios, Microphones, and Ancillary Radio Equipment for the Fire Department in the Amount of $58,692.80 from Motorola Corporation
The City Manager stated this item will be discussed at tomorrow's Public Safety Meeting.
3. Council Memo #244-18: Request for Authorization to Repair Damaged Fire Apparatus (Tower 6) in the Amount of $85,000.00 by E-One Incorporated
The City Manager stated this item will be discussed at tomorrow's Public Safety Meeting.
4. Council Memo #245-18: Request for Authorization to Pay Maintenance Fee for Tyler-Munis Software in the Amount of $407,967
The City Manager gave a brief overview of this Council Memo.
The City Manager stated the remaining Award of Contracts will be discussed at tomorrow's Public Service Committee Meeting.
5. Council Memo #246-18: Emergency Request for Authorization to Award a Contract for Network Connectivity Upgrade at Riverwalk Homes Apartments with III Solutions Inc. in the Amount of $25,357.64
6. Council Memo #247-18: Request Authorization to Award a Contract for the 2018 Sidewalk / Curb Replacement Project to Globe Construction Inc. in the Amount of $227,036.00
7. Council Memo #248-18: Request Authorization to Award a Price Agreement for the 2018 Street Maintenance Materials Contracts
a. City of Joliet Aggregate Price Agreement Contract to Boughton, LaFarge, and Vulcan in the Amounts Listed Below:
Boughton; Lafarge; Vulcan:
CA-6 $ 8.00 $ 10.95 $10.95
CA-1 $ 10.00 $ 15.00 $15.25
3” TO 8” NO BID $ 37.00 $37.50
b. City of Joliet Bituminous Patching Materials Contract to D Construction, Gallagher Materials, P.T. Ferro and Joliet Asphalt in the Amounts Listed Below:
Bit Patch; Cold Patch Cold; Patch Delivery:
D Construction $52.00/Ton $118.00 $0.00
Gallagher Materials $54.50/Ton $124.00 $0.00
P.T. Ferro $55.00/Ton $125.00 $0.00
Joliet Asphalt $60.00/Ton $125.00 $0.00
8. Council Memo #249-18: Request Authorization to Award a Contract for the 2018 Pavement Marking Program to Superior Road Striping Inc. in the Amount of $210,457.00 - MFT Sect. No. 18- 00513-00-ST
9. Council Memo #250-18: Request Authorization to Award a Contract for the Westside Wastewater Plant Influent Pump Station Upgrades Project – 2018 to Joseph J. Henderson & Son in the Amount of $549,000.00 and a Professional Services Agreement for Inspection Services with Clark Dietz in the Amount of $32,500.00
10. Council Memo #251-18: Request Authorization to Award a Contract for the Hebbard Street (Washington Street – 2nd Ave. and 3rd Ave. – 4th Ave.) Roadway Improvements Project – Community Development Block Grant – 2018 to P.T. Ferro Construction Co. in the Amount of $215,015.82
11. Council Memo #252-18: Request Authorization to Approve a Professional Services Agreement for the Water Loss Control Program to M.E. Simpson in the Amount of $249,425.00
12. Council Memo #253-18: Request Authorization to Award a Contract for the 2018 Sewer Cleaning and Inspection Program to Michels Pipe Services in the Amount of $517,240.50 and a Professional Services Agreement for Inspection Services with RJN Group in the Amount of $49,950.00
13. Council Memo #254-18: Request Authorization to Award a Contract for Janitorial Services at Riverwalk Homes Apartments with Building Services of America in the Amount of $179,904.00
B. Amendments, Change Orders And Payments:
The City Manager stated the Amendments, Change Orders and Payments will be discussed at tomorrow's Public Service Committee Meeting.
1. Council Memo #256-18: Request Authorization to Approve Change Order No. 1 in the Amount of ($198,240.16) and Payment No. 5 and Final in the Amount of $438,369.66 for the Downtown Water Main Improvements Project to D Construction
2. Council Memo #257-18: Request Authorization to Approve Change Order No. 5 in the Amount of $8,430.40 and Payment Request No. 5 in the Amount of $8,261.79 with P.T. Ferro Construction Co. for the Marion Street / York Avenue Roadway Improvement Project – 2017 – MFT Sect. No. 17-00504-00-FP
XI. City Manager:
XII. Public Comments:
Patrick Cardwell, President of the Police Supervisors Union, spoke regarding a possible Bargaining Union Reduction.
Kevin LaBolle, on behalf of the Police Supervisors Union, spoke regarding a possible Bargaining Union Reduction.
Corporation Counsel Marty Shanahan stated there is a process which takes place when an unfair labor practice charge is filed.
XIII. Closed Session to discuss the following subjects:
Motion to enter closed session to discuss personnel and land acquisition after which the meeting will be adjourned was made by Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman.
Motion seconded by Councilwoman Bettye Gavin.
Motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Councilman Don "Duck" Dickinson, 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, City Manager David A. Hales, Corporation Counsel Martin Shanahan, Jr.
Nays: None
Abstain: Mayor Robert O'Dekirk
XIV. Adjournment:
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