Joliet City Council met April 16.
Here is the minutes provided by the Council:
I. Roll Call:
Present: Robert O'Dekirk, 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.
Absent: None.
Also Present: City Manager David A. Hales, Corporation Counsel Martin Shanahan, Jr.
II. Presentation:
A. Chicago Street Widening Project – Update
Director of Public Works Jim Trizna gave an overview of the Chicago Street Widening Project and the timeline for the project. He stated the goal is to build this project in 2019.
A brief discussion was held regarding lighting schematics and parking changes.
Per Councilman Gerl's request, Director of Neighborhood Services Jeff Sterr gave an update on the demolition of the previous State’s Attorney’s Office.
Mr. Trizna gave a brief update on the installation of the artificial turf at the Route 66 Stadium. He also briefly discussed the removal of the former name of the baseball stadium.
III. Mayor:
IV. Approval Of Agenda:
V. Citizens To Be Heard On Agenda Items:
There were no citizens to be heard.
VI. Council Committee Reports:
A. Finance
B. Prison
C. Public Service
VII. Consent Agenda:
A. Approval of Minutes
1. Pre-Council Meeting – April 2, 2018
2. Council Meeting – April 3, 2018
B. Invoices Paid Report
Invoices Paid March 2018
C. Council Memo #205-18: 2017 Annual City Collector’s Report
The City Manager gave a brief overview of this Council Memo.
D. Council Memo #206-18: Regular Payroll for February 16 – March 1, 2018 – $3,604,846.26
E. Council Memo #207-18: Regular Payroll for March 2 – 15, 2018 – $3,336,424.10
F. Council Memo #208-18: Position Vacancies
VIII. Licenses And Permit Applications:
None
IX. Public Hearings:
A. Council Memo #210-18: Annexation of 615 Elmwood Avenue, Classification to R-2A Zoning and Approval of an Annexation Agreement (A-3-18)
1. Resolution Approving an Annexation Agreement of 615 Elmwood Avenue
2. Ordinance Approving the Annexation of 615 Elmwood Avenue
3. Ordinance Approving the Classification of 615 Elmwood Avenue to R-2A Zoning
The City Manager gave a brief overview of this Council Memo.
X. Ordinances And Resolutions:
A. Ordinances:
None
B. Resolutions:
1. Council Memo #212-18: Resolution Appropriating Motor Fuel Tax Funds in the Amount of $208,610.00 for Professional Engineering Services for the Phase I and Phase II Engineering for the Black Road (IL Route 59 - US Route 30) Traffic Signal Interconnection Improvements Project - MFT Section No. 18- 005716-00-TL
The City Manager gave a brief overview of this Council Memo.
2. Council Memo #213-18: A Resolution Repealing Resolution No. 7187 which Approved a Development Agreement with Stadium Club, LLC (141 East Jefferson Street)
The City Manager gave a brief overview of this Council Memo.
3. Council Memo #214-18: Resolution Authorizing a Substantial Amendment to the CDBG FY 2016 Annual Action Plan and Amended FY 2017 Annual Action Plan to the 2015–2019 – Consolidated Plan
The City Manager gave a brief overview of this Council Memo.
4. Council Memo #215-18: Resolution Approving the Designation of the Committee for Building Brighter Communities Inc. as a Community Based Development Organization (CBDO) for the City of Joliet
The City Manager gave a brief overview of this Council Memo.
5. Council Memo #216-18: Resolution Authorizing the Execution of a Community Development Block Grant CBDO Agreement Between the City of Joliet and Committee for Building Brighter Communities Inc. in an Amount up to $220,000 and the Conveyance of Vacant Surplus Property at 344 South DesPlaines
The City Manager gave a brief overview of this Council Memo.
Director of Neighborhood Services Jeff Sterr gave an overview of the Community Development Block Grant. He spoke regarding neighborhood stabilization and home ownership advantageous. He discussed the Community Based Development Organization and their role in receiving the CDBG.
The City Manager commented on the pros and cons for Community Based Development Organizations and commented on options moving forward. He discussed the need to create jobs and improve the quality of life as well as homeownership. The City Manager stated moving forward these items will go through the Land Use and Legislative Committee prior to moving to Council.
A lengthy discussion was held regarding Council Memos #214-18, #215-18, #216-18, and #221-18. Council recommended #215-18, #216-18, and #221-18 items be removed from tomorrow evening's agenda and remand to the Land Use and Legislative Committee.
Motioned and seconded to remove and remand to Land Use.
Motion to remove Council Memos #215-18: Resolution Approving the Designation of the Committee for Building Brighter Communities Inc. as a Community Based Development Organization (CBDO) for the City of Joliet, and #216-18: Resolution Authorizing the Execution of a Community Development Block Grant CBDO Agreement Between the City of Joliet and Committee for Building Brighter Communities Inc. in an Amount up to $220,000 and the Conveyance of Vacant Surplus Property at 344 South DesPlaines be and remand back to the Land Use and Legislative Committee was made by Councilman John E. Gerl.
Motion seconded by Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman.
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
Nays: None
Abstain: Robert O'Dekirk
XI. Bids And Contracts:
A. Award Of Contracts:
1. Council Memo #218-18: Request Authorization to Award a Contract for the 2018-2020 Lawn Mowing Services (Utilities) Program to Green Valley Lawn Care and Snow Plowing in the Amount of $44,880.00 (FY2018)
The City Manager gave a brief overview of this Council Memo.
2. Council Memo #219-18: Request Authorization to Award a Contract for Professional Engineering Services for the Phase I and Phase II Engineering for the Black Road (IL Route 59 – US Route 30) Traffic Signal Interconnection Improvements Project to Gewalt Hamilton Associates Inc. in an Amount not to Exceed $208,610.00 - MFT Section No. 18-00516-00-TL
The City Manager gave a brief overview of this Council Memo.
3. Council Memo #220-18: Request Authorization to Award a Contract for 3001-3009 Heritage Drive Water Main Improvements with Construction by Camco in the Amount of $69,999.99
The City Manager gave a brief overview of this Council Memo.
4. Council Memo #221-18: Request Authorization to Award a Contract for the Environmental Remediation of Vacant Parcel at 344 South DesPlaines to Chase Environmental Group in the Amount of $90,650.00
The City Manager gave a brief overview of this Council Memo.
Motion to remove Council Memo #221-18: Request Authorization to Award a Contract for the Environmental Remediation of Vacant Parcel at 344 South DesPlaines to Chase Environmental Group in the Amount of $90,650.00 and remand back to the Land Use and Legislative Committee was made by Councilman John E. Gerl.
Motion seconded by Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman.
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
Nays: None
Abstain: Robert O'Dekirk
5. Council Memo #222-18: Request Authorization to Award a Contract for the Pedestrian Bridge Closure at 110 North Ottawa Street Related to the Demolition of 121 North Chicago Street to Lindblad Construction Co. of Joliet Inc. in the Amount of $27,900.00
The City Manager gave a brief overview of this Council Memo.
6. Council Memo #223-18: Request Authorization to Purchase a Public Safety Vehicle from Rod Baker Ford for $34,986.94
The City Manager gave a brief overview of this Council Memo.
B. Amendments, Change Orders And Payments:
1. Council Memo #225-18: Request Authorization to Approve Change Order No. 5 in the Amount of $10,529.77 and Payment Request No. 13 in the Amount of $10,529.77 for the 2016 Electrical Maintenance Assistance Contract With Van Mack Electric Company
The City Manager gave a brief overview of this Council Memo.
XII. City Manager:
XIII. Public Comments:
Garland Mays, Community for Building Bigger and Brighter Communities spoke regarding the CDBO and their efforts for enhancing the quality of life. Other members of the Committee in attendance were Betsy Satcher with Eastside Neighborhood Association, Sara Stovall and Candace Johnson with the St. John's, and Boise Walker.
XIV. Closed Session:
Motion to enter closed session to discuss personnel, collective bargaining, land acquisition or conveyance and pending or threatened litigation after which the meeting will be adjourned was made by Councilwoman Bettye Gavin.
Motion seconded by Councilman Don "Duck" Dickinson.
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
Nays: None
Abstain: Robert O'Dekirk
XV. Adjournment:
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