Joliet City Council met Nov. 5.
Here is the minutes provided by the council:
INVOCATION: Rabbi Charles Rubovits, Joliet Jewish Congregation, 250 N. Midland Avenue
Councilman Mudron gave the invocation.
PLEDGE TO THE FLAG:
I. ROLL CALL:
PRESENT: Mayor Robert O’Dekirk, Councilman Don "Duck" Dickinson, Councilwoman Bettye Gavin, Councilman Terry Morris, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman, Councilman Michael F. Turk.
ABSENT: Councilman John E. Gerl, Councilman Larry E. Hug.
ALSO PRESENT: Interim City Manager Martin J. Shanahan, Jr., Interim Corporation Counsel Chris Regis.
II. PRESENTATION:
A. Rialto Square Theatre – Valerie Devine, Executive Director
Jeff Pierson, Vice President of the Rialto Board, thanked the Mayor and Council for their support of the Rialto and introduced Jim Roolf with the City Center Partnership.
Jim Roolf, on behalf of the City Center Partnership, briefly discussed the Rialto Square Theatre, the City's recommitment to supporting the theatre, and the commitment of City Center Partnership.
Val Devine, Executive Director – Rialto Square Theatre, gave an overview of the Rialto budgets, development and sponsorships, programming highlights, community outreach, and patron’s comments.
Councilwoman Gavin thanked Val, Rialto staff, and the Board of Directors for their work.
Rialto Presentation - November 2018
B. Introduction of John Wilson - Vice President of Sales/Marketing – Joliet Slammers
Mr. Wilson introduced himself and committed to improving customer service, attendance, and promotions; as well as hosting more community nights at the Route 66 Stadium.
III. MAYOR:
A. Proclamations:
1. Proclamation Honoring the Joliet Junior College 93’-94’ NJCAA Men’s Division 2 Basketball National Champions on their 25th Anniversary
PROCLAMATION - JJC MEN'S BASKETBALL
Councilwoman Quillman read a Proclamation issued by Mayor O'Dekirk honoring the Joliet Junior College 93’-94’ NJCAA Men’s Division 2 Basketball National Champions on their 25th Anniversary.
David Dwyer accepted and thanked the Mayor and Council for their recognition.
2. Proclamation Honoring - Including You Inc.
PROCLAMATION - INCLUDING YOU, INC.
Councilwoman Gavin read a Proclamation issued by Mayor O'Dekirk Honoring - Including You Inc.
Julia Alexandra accepted and thanked the Mayor and Council for their recognition. She also recognized and thanked all those who sponsor Including You Inc. and those individuals working with her.
Councilman Hug entered the meeting at 5:50 p.m.
B. Mayor O’Dekirk – Appointments
None
IV. APPROVAL OF AGENDA:
Motion to approve with the following changes: Remove COUNCIL MEMO #574-18: Request for Authorization to Award a Contract for the 2018 – 2019 Snow Removal for the Downtown City Center Area and the Commuter Lot Area and remove COUNCIL MEMO #580-18: Request for Authorization to Award a Contract for Elevator Maintenance for 2019-2021 from the Agenda 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 Larry E. Hug, Councilman Terry Morris, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman, Councilman Michael F. Turk
NAYS: None
ABSTAIN: Mayor Robert O’Dekirk
V. CITIZENS TO BE HEARD ON AGENDA ITEMS:
John D'Attomo, attorney representing the petitioner of Council Memo #566-18: Ordinance Approving a Special Use Permit to Allow a Staffing and Recruitment Office within an Existing Tenant Space, Located at 423 Collins Street, discussed Innovative Staffing, the proposed location for the staffing agency, and the placement of Joliet residents in permanent positions.
A brief discussion was held regarding employees of Innovative Staffing, their pay scale, health benefits, and ability to be hired full time by the actual company.
Roberto Jesus Clack, spoke regarding labor standards associated with staffing agencies and warehouses.
Ann Baskerville spoke regarding the two proposed staffing agencies.
Charlotte Droogan spoke regarding staffing agencies and warehouse workers.
Charles Lovett spoke regarding staffing agencies and warehouse workers.
Tim Bell with Chicago Worker’s Collaborative spoke regarding staffing agencies and warehouse workers.
Robert Hernandez spoke regarding staffing agencies.
Ms. Smith spoke regarding staffing agencies.
Sonia Diodata, HR Metrics, discussed the operations of her staffing agency.
Alicia Feliciano spoke regarding staffing agencies.
Suzanna Ibarra spoke regarding staffing agencies.
VI. COUNCIL COMMITTEE REPORTS:
A. Public Service
Link to: Public Service - November 5, 2018
Councilwoman Gavin gave an overview and explanation of the items discussed at the November 5, 2018 Public Service Committee Meeting.
VII. CONSENT AGENDA:
A. Approval of Minutes
1. Pre-Council Meeting - October 15, 2018
2. Council Meeting - October 16, 2018
The minutes of the Pre-Council Meeting of the Council of the City of Joliet, Illinois held on Monday, October 15, 2018 at 5:30 p.m. and of the Regular Meeting of the Council of the City of Joliet, Illinois held on Tuesday, October 16, 2018 at 6:30 p.m. stand approved as recorded.
B. COUNCIL MEMO # 558-18: Position Vacancies
A communication from the City Manager contained his recommendation that he be authorized to: 1) Fill one Accountant position in the Finance Department and any subsequent vacancies.
Motion to concur in the recommendations of the Interim City Manager 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 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. LICENSES AND PERMIT APPLICATIONS:
A. COUNCIL MEMO #560-18: Application for a Drive Thru Permit for a Hardee's Restaurant at 1501 New Lenox Road
A brief discussion was held regarding the ingress and egress to 1501 New Lenox Road.
Motion to approve COUNCIL MEMO #560-18: Application for a Drive Thru Permit for a Hardee's Restaurant at 1501 New Lenox Road 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 Larry E. Hug, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman, Councilman Michael F. Turk
NAYS: Councilman Terry Morris
ABSTAIN: Mayor Robert O’Dekirk
IX. PUBLIC HEARINGS:
A. COUNCIL MEMO #562-18: Ordinances and Resolution Associated with Corridor 80 Subdivision (To Be Tabled)
1. Resolution Approving an Annexation Agreement for 101 Acres at the Southeast Corner of Spencer Road and Cherry Hill Road
2. Ordinance Approving the Annexation of 101 Acres at the Southeast Corner of Spencer Road and Cherry Hill Road
3. Ordinance Approving the Classification of 101 Acres at the Southeast Corner of Spencer Road and Cherry Hill Road to I-1 Zoning
4. Ordinance Approving the Preliminary Plat of Corridor 80 Subdivision (P-11-18)
Motion to table COUNCIL MEMO #562-18: Ordinances and Resolution Associated with Corridor 80 Subdivision to the December 4, 2018 Council Meeting 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 Larry E. Hug, Councilman Terry Morris, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman, Councilman Michael F. Turk
NAYS: None
ABSTAIN: Mayor Robert O’Dekirk
X. ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS:
A. ORDINANCES:
1. COUNCIL MEMO #564-18: Ordinance Approving / Resolution Denying a Variation of Use to Allow the Continuation of a Two-Unit at 117-119 South Eastern Avenue (PETITION 2018-32)
A brief discussion was held regarding calls for service at this location, hearings held for not obtaining permits for work at the property, and the zoning discrepancy.
Motion to adopt COUNCIL MEMO #564-18: Resolution Denying a Variation of Use to Allow the Continuation of a Two-Unit at 117-119 South Eastern Avenue (PETITION 2018-32) was made by Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman.
Motion seconded by Councilman Michael F. Turk.
Motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Councilman Don "Duck" Dickinson, Councilwoman Bettye Gavin, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman, Councilman Michael F. Turk NAYS: Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilman Terry Morris
ABSTAIN: Mayor Robert O’Dekirk
Council Memo #564-18
RESOLUTION NO. 7330
2. COUNCIL MEMO #565-18: Ordinance Approving a Special Use Permit to Allow a Staffing Company in a Vacant Commercial Tenant Space, Located at 232 S. Larkin Avenue (PETITION 2018- 34)
Motion to adopt COUNCIL MEMO #565-18: Ordinance Approving a Special Use Permit to Allow a Staffing Company in a Vacant Commercial Tenant Space, Located at 232 S. Larkin Avenue (PETITION 2018-34) was made by Councilman Mudron.
A second motion was not made; therefore, the motion died.
Motion to deny COUNCIL MEMO #565-18: Ordinance Approving a Special Use Permit to Allow a Staffing Company in a Vacant Commercial Tenant Space, Located at 232 S. Larkin Avenue (PETITION 2018-34) 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 Larry E. Hug, Councilman Terry Morris, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman, Councilman Michael F. Turk
NAYS: Councilman Pat Mudron
ABSTAIN: Mayor Robert O’Dekirk
3. COUNCIL MEMO #566-18: Ordinance Approving a Special Use Permit to Allow a Staffing and Recruitment Office within an Existing Tenant Space, Located at 423 Collins Street (PETITION 2018-43)
Motion to adopt COUNCIL MEMO #566-18: Ordinance Approving a Special Use Permit to Allow a Staffing and Recruitment Office within an Existing Tenant Space, Located at 423 Collins Street (PETITION 2018-43) was made by Councilman Mudron.
A second motion was not made; therefore, the motion died.
Motion to deny COUNCIL MEMO #566-18: Ordinance Approving a Special Use Permit to Allow a Staffing and Recruitment Office within an Existing Tenant Space, Located at 423 Collins Street (PETITION 2018-43) 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 Larry E. Hug, Councilman Terry Morris, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman, Councilman Michael F. Turk
NAYS: Councilman Pat Mudron
ABSTAIN: Mayor Robert O’Dekirk
4. COUNCIL MEMO #567-18: Ordinance Amending the 2018 Annual Budget for the City of Joliet and Award of Contract for the Fire Station No. 6 Door Opening Modification
Motion to adopt COUNCIL MEMO #567-18: Ordinance Amending the 2018 Annual Budget for the City of Joliet and Award of Contract for the Fire Station No. 6 Door Opening Modification 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 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 #567-18
ORDINANCE NO. 17861
5. COUNCIL MEMO #568-18: Ordinance Amending the 2018 Annual Budget for the City of Joliet and Award of Contract for the Salt Storage Dome Replacement – Roadways Facility
Interim City Manager Marty Shanahan briefly discussed the awarded bid amount.
Motion to adopt COUNCIL MEMO #568-18: Ordinance Amending the 2018 Annual Budget for the City of Joliet and Award of Contract for the Salt Storage Dome Replacement – Roadways Facility 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 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 #568-18
ORDINANCE NO. 17862
B. RESOLUTIONS:
1. COUNCIL MEMO #570-18: Resolution Authorizing Execution of an Intergovernmental Agreement with Joliet Township for the Resurfacing of Sterling Avenue and Jackson Street
Motion to adopt COUNCIL MEMO #570-18: Resolution Authorizing Execution of an Intergovernmental Agreement with Joliet Township for the Resurfacing of Sterling Avenue and Jackson Street 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 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 #570-18
RESOLUTION NO. 7331
2. COUNCIL MEMO #571-18: Supplemental Resolution Appropriating Funds for the 2018 Pavement Marking Program - MFT Sect. No. 18-00513-00-ST
Motion to adopt COUNCIL MEMO #571-18: Supplemental Resolution Appropriating Funds for the 2018 Pavement Marking Program - MFT Sect. No. 18-00513-00-ST 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 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 #571-18
RESOLUTION NO. 7332
3. COUNCIL MEMO #572-18: Resolution Declaring Certain City of Joliet Property as Surplus – 2008 Starcraft
Motion to adopt COUNCIL MEMO #572-18: Resolution Declaring Certain City of Joliet Property as Surplus – 2008 Starcraft 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 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 #572-18
RESOLUTION NO. 7333
XI. BIDS AND CONTRACTS:
A. AWARD OF CONTRACTS:
1. COUNCIL MEMO #573-18: Request for Authorization to Approve a Professional Services Agreement for Hiring Entry-Level Police Officers
2. COUNCIL MEMO #574-18: Request for Authorization to Award a Contract for the 2018 – 2019 Snow Removal for the Downtown City Center Area and the Commuter Lot Area
The City Clerk stated this items was removed from the Agenda.
3. COUNCIL MEMO #575-18: Request for Authorization to Purchase a Replacement Pump for the Route 66 Pump Station
4. COUNCIL MEMO #576-18: Request for Authorization to Award a Contract for the 12D Water Tower Reconditioning Project
5. COUNCIL MEMO #577-18: Request for Authorization to Purchase Water Metering Equipment
6. COUNCIL MEMO #578-18: Request for Authorization to Approve the 2018 -2019 Rock Salt Purchase Contract
7. COUNCIL MEMO #579-18: Request Authorization to Award Contracts for the Purchase of Motor Fuels, 2019, Bid 2366-1118
8. COUNCIL MEMO #580-18: Request for Authorization to Award a Contract for Elevator Maintenance for 2019-2021, Bid 2368-1118
The City Clerk stated this items was removed from the Agenda.
A brief discussion was held regarding COUNCIL MEMO #579-18: Request Authorization to Award Contracts for the Purchase of Motor Fuels, 2019.
Motion to approve Council Memos #573-18 and #575-18 through #579-18 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 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. Revised COUNCIL MEMO #582-18: Request for Authorization to Approve Change Order No. 2 for the 2018 Roadways Resurfacing Contract A – MFT Sect. No. 18-00514-00-RS
2. COUNCIL MEMO #583-18: Request for Authorization to Approve Change Order No. 1 and Payment Request No. 2 and Final for the 2018 Hickory – Spring Creek Cleaning Project
3. COUNCIL MEMO #584-18: Request for Authorization to Approve Change Order No. 4 for the Combined Sewer Overflow Long Term Control Plan Phase III Wet Weather Treatment Facility Project
4. COUNCIL MEMO #585-18: Request for Authorization to Approve Change Order No. 3 and Payment Request No. 3 and Final for the 2018 Sidewalk / Curb Replacement Project
5. COUNCIL MEMO #586-18: Request for Authorization to Approve Amendment No. 1 to the Professional Services Contract for the
Design / Permitting / Drafting for the Houbolt Road (Mound Road to US Route 6) Water Main Project
6. COUNCIL MEMO #587-18: Request for Authorization to Approve Change Order No. 1 and Payment Request No. 3 and Final for the 2018 Pavement Marking Program - MFT Sect. No. 18-00513-00-ST
7. COUNCIL MEMO #588-18: Request for Authorization to Approve Amendment No. 1 to the Professional Services Agreement for the 2019 Sewer Rehabilitation Program Design Project
8. COUNCIL MEMO #589-18: Request for Authorization to Approve Change Order No. 1 to the Microsoft Annual License Contract
9. COUNCIL MEMO #590-18: Request for Authorization to Approve Change Order No. 1 to the Telecommunications Vendor Contract with Vonage
Motion to approve Council Memos #582-18 through #590-18 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 Larry E. Hug, Councilman Terry Morris, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman, Councilman Michael F. Turk
NAYS: None
ABSTAIN: Mayor Robert O’Dekirk
XII. CITY MANAGER:
Interim City Manager discussed the Joliet Junior College Fall Harvest Fest Feast and meetings for the 2019 City Budget.
XIII. NEW BUSINESS (Not for Final Action or Recommendation):
Councilwoman Gavin encouraged residents to vote.
Councilman Hug and Interim City Manager briefly discussed City flags.
XIV. PUBLIC COMMENTS:
Robert Hernandez spoke regarding comments made during the meeting.
Wayne Horne spoke regarding flags displayed by the City. He invited all to the Veterans Day Ceremony on Sunday, November 11, 2018 at the Will County Courthouse.
XV. MAYOR AND COUNCIL COMMENTS:
Councilman Dickinson highlighted Pink Heels. As a part of the Pink Heels program, both Councilman Dickinson and Councilwoman Gavin asked for prayer for a child.
Mayor O'Dekirk highlighted the ribbon cutting at Nowell Park, tour of the Barber building, Greentown Will County event, ceremony at Cantigny Post by the Will County building trades, African-American Business Association Dinner, Project Acclaim event, Joliet Jewish Congregation Solidarity Sabbath event, and street naming for Margaret Graves.
XVI. CLOSED SESSION to discuss the following subjects:
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 Jan Hallums Quillman.
Motion seconded by Councilman Don "Duck" Dickinson.
Motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Councilman Don "Duck" Dickinson, 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
XVII. ADJOURNMENT:
https://joliet.granicus.com/DocumentViewer.php?file=joliet_cd4856c9-7b15-44ff-84fa-00290e6f2a5d.pdf&view=1
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