Quantcast

Will County Gazette

Saturday, April 20, 2024

Joliet City Council met October 2.

Shutterstock 314838419

Joliet City Council met Oct. 2.

Here is the minutes provided by the council:

INVOCATION: Pastor Larry Tyler, Second Baptist Church, 156 S. Joliet Street

PLEDGE TO THE FLAG:

I. ROLL CALL:

PRESENT: Mayor Robert O’Dekirk, Councilman Don "Duck" Dickinson, Councilwoman Bettye Gavin, Councilman John E. Gerl, Councilman Terry Morris, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman, Councilman Michael F. Turk.

ABSENT: Councilman Larry E. Hug.

ALSO PRESENT: City Manager David A. Hales, Corporation Counsel Martin Shanahan, Jr.

II. MAYOR:

A. Mayor O'Dekirk – Appointments

None

III. APPROVAL OF AGENDA:

Motion to approve the agenda as written was made by Councilman Michael F. Turk.

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: Mayor Robert O’Dekirk

Councilman Hug arrived at the meeting at approximately 6:32 p.m.

IV. CITIZENS TO BE HEARD ON AGENDA ITEMS:

None

V. COUNCIL COMMITTEE REPORTS:

A. CTIS

Councilwoman Quillman stated the CTIS Committee met on September 28, 2018 to discuss adjudication hearings, new Vonage voice system implementation, completion of upgrading the Library's phones and internet connection, changes to the City's newsletter, and cell phones for the Council.

Councilman Mudron added the Committee discussed the addition of two payment station machines in the lobby of City Hall.

The Mayor asked the City Manager to inquire about the ability for residents to pay their water bills at the west side police station.

B. Public Safety

Councilman Gerl stated the Public Safety Committee met this evening to discuss approval to apply for the AFG (Assistance to Firefighter Grant) and the Ambulance Grant through the OSFM (Office of State Fire Marshall).

C. Public Service

Councilman Hug stated the Public Service Committee met yesterday to discuss the final phase for getting the Bicentennial Park fountain operational. He stated the Committee also reviewed contracts, change orders, pay estimates and recommended their approval.

VI. CONSENT AGENDA:

A. Approval of Minutes

1. Pre-Council Meeting – September 17, 2018

2. Council Meeting – September 18, 2018

The minutes of the Pre-Council Meeting of the Council of the City of Joliet, Illinois held on Monday, September 17, 2018 at 5:30 p.m. and of the Regular Meeting of the Council of the City of Joliet, Illinois held on Tuesday, September 18, 2018 at 6:30 p.m. stand approved as recorded.

B. COUNCIL MEMO #493-18: Regular Payroll for July 20 - August 2, 2018 - $3,476,124.54

The Biweekly Payroll Summary Reports of the total cost of regular salaries for the period July 20 through August 2, 2018, including a Summary of Overtime and an Overtime Budget Status Report, were accompanied by a recommendation from the City Manager that said Regular Payroll be approved.

C. COUNCIL MEMO #494-18: Regular Payroll for August 3 - 16, 2018 - $3,337,677.64

The Biweekly Payroll Summary Reports of the total cost of regular salaries for the period August 3 through August 16, 2018, including a Summary of Overtime and an Overtime Budget Status Report, were accompanied by a recommendation from the City Manager that said Regular Payroll be approved.

D. COUNCIL MEMO #495-18: Position Vacancies

A communication from the City Manager contained his recommendation that he be authorized to: 1) Fill one Payroll Administrator in the Finance Department as well as any subsequent vacancies.

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: 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: Mayor Robert O’Dekirk

VII. LICENSES AND PERMIT APPLICATIONS:

A. COUNCIL MEMO #497-18: Issuance of a Class “A1” and “A2” Liquor License - 480 S. Hammes Ave - Lugan’s Brewing

Motion to concur in the recommendation of the Liquor Commissioner was made by Councilman Don "Duck" Dickinson.

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

NAYS: None

ABSTAIN: Mayor Robert O’Dekirk

B. COUNCIL MEMO #498-18: Issuance of a Class "D" Liquor License - 18 South Larkin Ave - Brown's Chicken

Motion to concur in the recommendation of the Liquor Commissioner was made by Councilman Michael F. Turk.

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: Mayor Robert O’Dekirk

C. COUNCIL MEMO #499-18: Issuance of a Class "C" Liquor License - 3150 Toni Dr. - Binny's Beverage Depot

Motion to concur in the recommendation of the Liquor Commissioner was made by Councilman Don "Duck" Dickinson.

Motion seconded by Councilman Michael F. Turk. 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: Mayor Robert O’Dekirk

D. COUNCIL MEMO #500-18: Resolution Approving a Denial of a Liquor License for El Dorado Banquet Hall - 1399 Plainfield Road - El Dorado Banquet Hall

Councilman Hug stated he has a business relationship with the owner of 1399 Plainfield Road. Councilman Hug excused himself from the dais during the discussion and vote on Council Memo #500-18.

Motion to approve COUNCIL MEMO #500-18: Resolution Approving a Denial of a Liquor License for El Dorado Banquet Hall - 1399 Plainfield Road - El Dorado Banquet Hall was made by Councilman Michael F. Turk.

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 Terry Morris, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman, Councilman Michael F. Turk.

NAYS: RECUSED:

ABSTAINED: None.

Councilman Larry E. Hug Mayor Robert O’Dekirk Council Memo #500-18

RESOLUTION NO. 7317

VIII. PUBLIC HEARINGS:

Corporation Counsel Marty Shanahan gave a summary of all the corrections made to Council Memos #502-18 and #503-18

A. COUNCIL MEMO #502-18: Annexation of 2 Acres Located at 1311 New Lenox Road, Classification to R-1 Zoning and Approval of an Annexation Agreement (A-12-18)

18-10-02 Loves addendum

The City Clerk advised that this is a Public Hearing so any public comments would be in order at this time.

Mayor O’Dekirk opened the Public Hearing and asked if there were any comments.

Warren Dorris presented the City Clerk with a petition in opposition of Love's Travel Stop. He also spoke in opposition of the Loves Travel Stop.

Susan Majcher spoke in opposition of the Love's Travel Stop.

Deborah Cottrell spoke in opposition to the Love's Travel Stop.

Skip Hoechbauer spoke in opposition of the Love's Travel Stop.

Tammy Coughenour spoke in opposition of the Love's Travel Stop.

Lillian Cepon spoke in opposition of the Love's Travel Stop.

Ken Jaeger spoke in opposition of the Love's Travel Stop.

Floyd Catchpole spoke in opposition of the Love's Travel Stop.

Michele Scholtes spoke in opposition of the Love's Travel Stop.

Kaley Matter spoke in opposition of the Love's Travel Stop.

Di Ann Matter spoke in opposition of the Love's Travel Stop.

Pat McGuire presented a FY 2019-2024 Highway Improvement Program from IDOT to the Mayor and Council. He spoke regarding the funding of the Briggs Street overpass improvements. A brief discussion was held regarding the Briggs Street overpass.

Willie Sellers spoke regarding the truck traffic on I-80.

Herb Brooks, Jr. spoke regarding a Will County grant for a roadway improvement study for the entire County of Will. He also spoke regarding the need for a plan to accommodate additional traffic in the Joliet area.

Mayor O'Dekirk spoke regarding elected officials making comments and suggestions at Joliet Council Meetings.

Councilman Gerl spoke regarding the location of the proposed Love's Travel Stop opening up much needed commerce in that section of Joliet.

Councilman Hug spoke regarding the impact of past developments and the proposed Love’s Travel Stop has on the Joliet area.

Corporation Counsel stated the email continually being referenced to concerning the Briggs Street overpass is attached to Council Memo #503- 18 (pages 160 and 161).

In response to Councilman Gerl's question, Kendall Jackson, Director of Community Development, stated in the Southside Comprehensive Plan the proposed location of the Love's Travel Stop was planned for commercial use.

Cornell Darden, Jr. spoke in favor of the Love's Travel Stop.

Brandon Harris spoke in favor of the Love's Travel Stop.

John Sheridan spoke in opposition of the Love's Truck Stop.

Robert Hernandez spoke regarding the Love's Travel Stop.

Mark Pavlis spoke regarding the Love's Travel Stop.

Warren Dorris spoke regarding the Southside Comprehensive Plan.

Mr. Jackson spoke regarding the Southside Comprehensive Plan.

Councilman Hug spoke regarding a City-wide Comprehensive Plan and the present Economic Development Committee.

Resident spoke in favor of the Love’s Travel Stop.

Mike Hansen, attorney on behalf of Love's Travel Stop, spoke regarding previously mentioned legal concerns.

A brief discussion was held concerning the legal actions taken by Mr. Hansen.

No additional public comments were made, therefore, the City Clerk closed the Public Hearing.

A lengthy discussion was held regarding the variance requested for the height of Loves Travel Stop sign as well as the traffic impact study.

1. Resolution Approving an Annexation Agreement for 1311 New Lenox Road

Motion to adopt a Resolution Approving an Annexation Agreement for 1311 New Lenox Road with the amendments previously presented by the Corporation Counsel was made by Councilman John E. Gerl.

Motion seconded by Councilman Larry E. Hug. Motion carried by the following vote:

AYES: Mayor Robert O’Dekirk, Councilman Don "Duck" Dickinson, Councilman John E. Gerl, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman.

NAYS: Councilwoman Bettye Gavin, Councilman Terry Morris, Councilman Michael F. Turk.

RESOLUTION NO. 7318

2. Ordinance Approving the Annexation of 1311 New Lenox Road

Motion to adopt Ordinance Approving the Annexation of 1311 New Lenox Road with the amendments previously presented by the Corporation Counsel was made by Councilman Larry E. Hug.

Motion seconded by Councilman Pat Mudron. Motion carried by the following vote:

AYES: Councilman Don "Duck" Dickinson, Councilman John E. Gerl, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman

NAYS: Councilwoman Bettye Gavin, Councilman Terry Morris, Councilman Michael F. Turk

ABSTAIN: Mayor Robert O’Dekirk

ORDINANCE NO. 17838

3. Ordinance Approving the Classification of 1311 New Lenox Road to R-1 Zoning

Motion to adopt Ordinance Approving the Classification of 1311 New Lenox Road to R-1 Zoning amendments was made by Councilman Larry E. Hug.

Motion seconded by Councilman Pat Mudron. Motion carried by the following vote:

AYES: Councilman Don "Duck" Dickinson, Councilman John E. Gerl, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman

NAYS: Councilwoman Bettye Gavin, Councilman Terry Morris, Councilman Michael F. Turk

ABSTAIN: Mayor Robert O’Dekirk Council Memo #502-18 

ORDINANCE NO. 17839

B. COUNCIL MEMO #503-18: Annexations Associated with Loves Travel Stop and a Recapture Agreement for the Construction of New Lenox Road from Briggs Street to Oakview Avenue

18-10-02 Loves addendum

The City Clerk advised that this is a Public Hearing so any public comments would be in order at this time.

INTO THE OFFICIAL MINUTES

Mayor O’Dekirk opened the Public Hearing and asked if there were any comments.

No public comments were made, therefore, the City Clerk closed the Public Hearing

1. Annexation of 7.83 Acres at the Northeast Corner of New Lenox Road and Oakview Avenue, Classification to B-3 Zoning and Approval of an Annexation Agreement (A-13-18)

a. Resolution Approving an Annexation Agreement for 7.83 Acres at the Northeast Corner of New Lenox Road and Oakview Avenue

Motion to adopt a Resolution Approving an Annexation Agreement for 7.83 Acres at the Northeast Corner of New Lenox Road and Oakview Avenue with the amendments previously presented by the Corporation Counsel was made by Councilman John E. Gerl.

Motion seconded by Councilman Pat Mudron. Motion carried by the following vote: 

AYES: Mayor Robert O’Dekirk, Councilman Don "Duck" Dickinson, Councilman John E. Gerl, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman. 

NAYS: Councilwoman Bettye Gavin, Councilman Terry Morris, Councilman Michael F. Turk.

RESOLUTION NO. 7319

b. Ordinance Approving the Annexation of 7.83 Acres at the Northeast Corner of New Lenox Road and Oakview Avenue

Motion to adopt Ordinance Approving the Annexation of 7.83 Acres at the Northeast Corner of New Lenox Road and Oakview Avenue with the amendments previously presented by the Corporation Counsel was made by Councilman Larry E. Hug.

Motion seconded by Councilman Pat Mudron. Motion carried by the following vote:

AYES: Councilman Don "Duck" Dickinson, Councilman John E. Gerl, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman

NAYS: Councilwoman Bettye Gavin, Councilman Terry Morris, Councilman Michael F. Turk

ABSTAIN: Mayor Robert O’Dekirk

ORDINANCE NO. 17840

c. Ordinance Approving the Classification of 7.83 Acres at the Northeast Corner of New Lenox Road and Oakview Avenue to B-3 Zoning

Motion to adopt Ordinance Approving the Classification of 7.83 Acres at the Northeast Corner of New Lenox Road and Oakview Avenue to B-3 Zoning with the amendments previously presented by the Corporation Counsel was made by Councilman Pat Mudron.

Motion seconded by Councilman Don "Duck" Dickinson. Motion carried by the following vote:

AYES: Councilman Don "Duck" Dickinson, Councilman John E. Gerl, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman

NAYS: Councilwoman Bettye Gavin, Councilman Terry Morris, Councilman Michael F. Turk

ABSTAIN: Mayor Robert O’Dekirk

ORDINANCE NO. 17841

2. Annexation of 4.3 Acres Located at 799 S. Briggs Street, Classification to B-3 Zoning and Approval of an Annexation Agreement (A-14-18)

a. Resolution Approving an Annexation Agreement for 4.3 Acres Located at 799 S. Briggs Street

Motion to adopt Resolution Approving an Annexation Agreement for 4.3 Acres Located at 799 S. Briggs Street with the amendments previously presented by the Corporation Counsel was made by Councilman Pat Mudron.

Motion seconded by Councilman Larry E. Hug. Motion carried by the following vote:

AYES: Mayor Robert O’Dekirk, Councilman Don "Duck" Dickinson, Councilman John E. Gerl, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman. 

NAYS: Councilwoman Bettye Gavin, Councilman Terry Morris, Councilman Michael F. Turk.

RESOLUTION NO. 7320

b. Ordinance Approving the Annexation of 4.3 Acres Located at 799 S. Briggs Street

Motion to adopt Ordinance Approving the Annexation of 4.3 Acres Located at 799 S. Briggs Street was made by Councilman Pat Mudron.

Motion seconded by Councilman Don "Duck" Dickinson. Motion carried by the following vote:

AYES: Councilman Don "Duck" Dickinson, Councilman John E. Gerl, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman

NAYS: Councilwoman Bettye Gavin, Councilman Terry Morris, Councilman Michael F. Turk

ABSTAIN: Mayor Robert O’Dekirk

ORDINANCE NO. 17842

c. Ordinance Approving the Classification of 4.3 Acres Located at 799 S. Briggs Street to B-3 Zoning

Motion to adopt Ordinance Approving the Classification of 4.3 Acres Located at 799 S. Briggs Street to B-3 Zoning with the amendments previously presented by the Corporation Counsel was made by Councilman Pat Mudron.

Motion seconded by Councilman John E. Gerl. Motion carried by the following vote:

AYES: Councilman Don "Duck" Dickinson, Councilman John E. Gerl, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman

NAYS: Councilwoman Bettye Gavin, Councilman Terry Morris, Councilman Michael F. Turk

ABSTAIN: Mayor Robert O’Dekirk

ORDINANCE NO. 17843

3. Ordinance Approving the Recapture Agreement for the Construction of New Lenox Road from Briggs Street to Oakview Avenue

Motion to adopt Ordinance Approving the Recapture Agreement for the Construction of New Lenox Road from Briggs Street to Oakview Avenue with the amendments previously presented by the Corporation Counsel was made by Councilman Larry E. Hug.

Motion seconded by Councilman Don "Duck" Dickinson. Motion carried by the following vote:

AYES: Councilman Don "Duck" Dickinson, Councilman John E. Gerl, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman.

NAYS:

ABSTAIN: Councilwoman Bettye Gavin, Councilman Terry Morris, Councilman Michael F. Turk. Mayor Robert O’Dekirk

ORDINANCE NO. 17844

IX. ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS:

A. ORDINANCES:

1. COUNCIL MEMO #505-18: Ordinance Amending the 2018 Annual Budget for the City of Joliet for the Purchase of Two (2) 2 1⁄2 ton Dump Trucks with Plow Accessories in the Amount of $335,116.00

Motion to adopt COUNCIL MEMO #505-18: Ordinance Amending the 2018 Annual Budget for the City of Joliet for the Purchase of Two (2) 2 1⁄2 ton Dump Trucks with Plow Accessories in the Amount of $335,116.00 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

NAYS: None

ABSTAIN: Mayor Robert O’Dekirk

ORDINANCE NO. 17845

B. RESOLUTIONS:

1. COUNCIL MEMO #507-18: Resolution Repealing Resolution No. 7235 which Approved a Sublease Agreement with Evil Intentions Haunted House

Motion to adopt COUNCIL MEMO #507-18: Resolution Repealing Resolution No. 7235 which Approved a Sublease Agreement with Evil Intentions Haunted House 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, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman, Councilman Michael F. Turk

NAYS: Councilman Pat Mudron

ABSTAIN: Mayor Robert O’Dekirk Council Memo #507-18

RESOLUTION NO. 7321

2. COUNCIL MEMO #508-18: Resolution Appropriating Funds in the Amount of $343,286.00 for the Collins Street (IL Route 171) Streetlighting Improvements Project – Segment 2 – MFT Sect. No. 15-00488-00-LT to Utility Dynamic Corporation

A brief discussion was held regarding the repair of the traffic signal knocked down at Jackson Street and Collins Street.

Motion to adopt COUNCIL MEMO #508-18: Resolution Appropriating Funds in the Amount of $343,286.00 for the Collins Street (IL Route 171) Streetlighting Improvements Project – Segment 2 – MFT Sect. No. 15-00488-00-LT to Utility Dynamic Corporation was made by Councilwoman Bettye Gavin.

Motion seconded by Councilman John E. Gerl. 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: Mayor Robert O’Dekirk

RESOLUTION NO. 7322

3. COUNCIL MEMO #509-18: Resolution Authorizing Execution of an Economic Incentive Rebate Agreement With Love’s Travel Stops & Country Stores (Southwest Corner – I-80 and Briggs Street) in an Amount not to Exceed $2,500,000.00

Motion to adopt COUNCIL MEMO #509-18: Resolution Authorizing Execution of an Economic Incentive Rebate Agreement With Love’s Travel Stops & Country Stores

(Southwest Corner – I-80 and Briggs Street) in an Amount not to Exceed $2,500,000.00 with the amendments previously presented by the Corporation Counsel was made by Councilman Larry E. Hug.

Motion seconded by Councilman Pat Mudron. Motion carried by the following vote:

AYES: Councilman Don "Duck" Dickinson, Councilman John E. Gerl, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman

NAYS: Councilwoman Bettye Gavin, Councilman Terry Morris, Councilman Michael F. Turk

ABSTAIN: Mayor Robert O’Dekirk

RESOLUTION NO. 7323

X. BIDS AND CONTRACTS:

A. AWARD OF CONTRACTS:

1. COUNCIL MEMO #511-18: Request for Authorization to Award a Contract in the Amount of $343,286.00 for the Collins Street (IL Route 171) Streetlighting Improvements Project – Segment 2 – MFT Sect. No. 15-00488-00-LT to Utility Dynamics Corporation

2. COUNCIL MEMO #512-18: Request for Authorization to Award a Professional Services Contract for GPS/AVL Services in the Amount of $138,923.00 for 5 Years to Skyhawk Telematics

3. COUNCIL MEMO #513-18: Request for Authorization to Award a Contract for the Grover Street (3rd Avenue – 4th Avenue) Roadway Improvement Project – Community Development Block Grant – 2018 in the Amount of $396,236.73 to Austin Tyler Construction Co.

4. COUNCIL MEMO #514-18: Request for Authorization to Award the 2018 Public Utilities Spoils Hauling Contract in the Amount of $175,000.00 to P.T. Ferro Construction Co.

5. COUNCIL MEMO #515-18: Request for Authorization to Award a 3 Year Contract (Addendum) for Medicare Reimbursement Services on a 20% Contractual Commission to Part D Advisors Inc.

6. COUNCIL MEMO #516-18: Request for Authorization to Award a Contract for Reconstruction of the Bicentennial Park Fountain to Fountain Technologies Ltd. in the Amount of $111,500.00

A brief discussion was held regarding the payment for the Bicentennial Fountain.

Motion to approve Council Memos #511-18 through #516-18 was made by Councilwoman Bettye Gavin.

Motion seconded by Councilman Michael F. Turk. 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: Mayor Robert O’Dekirk

B. AMENDMENTS, CHANGE ORDERS AND PAYMENTS:

1. COUNCIL MEMO #518-18: Request for Authorization to Approve Payment Request No. 4 and Final for the Joliet Minor League Baseball Park – Fencing Contract in the Amount of $23,525.83 to Action Fence Contractors Inc.

2. COUNCIL MEMO #519-18: Request for Authorization to Approve Change Order No. 1 for an Increase of $12,742.94 and Payment 1 and Final for $97,742.94 for Repair of Fire Apparatus (Tower 6) to E-One Incorporated

Motion to approve Council Memo #518-18 and #519-18 was made by Councilman Larry E. Hug.

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

NAYS: None

ABSTAIN: Mayor Robert O’Dekirk

XI. CITY MANAGER: None

XII. NEW BUSINESS (Not For Final Action Or Recommendation):

XIII. PUBLIC COMMENTS: None

XIV. MAYOR AND COUNCIL COMMENTS:

Councilman Dickinson highlighted October as Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

Councilwoman Gavin highlighted a trip to the Brookfield Zoo with the residents at the Forest Park Community Center.

Councilman Hug spoke regarding the possibility of neighboring I-80 communities working together to police the issues with the increasing truck traffic. Interim Police Chief Al Roechner said contact could be made with those agencies.

Councilman Turk spoke regarding the proper placement of political signs.

XV. CLOSED SESSION to discuss the following items:

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 Larry E. Hug. 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: Mayor Robert O’Dekirk

XVI. ADJOURNMENT:

https://joliet.granicus.com/DocumentViewer.php?file=joliet_90dab0f0-90e8-4a3c-abdd-fc6f170d9849.pdf&view=1

ORGANIZATIONS IN THIS STORY

!RECEIVE ALERTS

The next time we write about any of these orgs, we’ll email you a link to the story. You may edit your settings or unsubscribe at any time.
Sign-up

DONATE

Help support the Metric Media Foundation's mission to restore community based news.
Donate