City of Crest Hill City Council met Sept. 16.
Here is the minutes provided by the council:
The regular meeting of the City of Crest Hill was called to order by Mayor Raymond R. Soliman at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers, 1610 Plainfield Road, Crest Hill, Will County, Illinois.
The Pledge of Allegiance was recited in unison.
Roll Call indicated the following present: Mayor Raymond Soliman, City Clerk Vicki Hackney, City Treasurer Glen Conklin, Alderman John Vershay, Alderman Scott Dyke, Alderwoman Barb Sklare, Alderwoman Claudia Gazal, Alderwoman Tina Oberlin, Alderman Marco Coladipietro, Alderman Nate Albert and Alderman Joe Kubal.
Also present were: City Administrator Heather McGuire, Assistant City Administrator/HR Director Megan Fulara, Police Chief Ed Clark, Public Works Director Tom Migatz, Community Development Director Scott McMaster and Deputy City Clerk Jan Serdar.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES: Mayor Soliman presented the minutes from the regular meeting held on September 3, 2019 for motion approval.
(#1) Motion by Alderwoman Sklare, seconded by Alderman Coladipietro to approve the minutes from the regular meeting held on September 3, 2019 as presented.
On roll call, the vote was:
AYES: Ald. Albert, Kubal, Vershay, Dyke, Gazal, Oberlin, Sklare and Coladipietro
NAYES: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
There being eight (8) affirmative votes, the MOTION CARRIED. 50
Mayor Soliman presented the minutes from the work session held on September 9, 2019 for motion approval. (#2) Motion by Alderwoman Gazal, seconded by Alderman Coladipietro to approve the minutes from the work session held on September 9, 2019 as presented.
On roll call, the vote was:
AYES: Ald. Kubal, Dyke, Vershay, Sklare, Oberlin, Albert, Gazal and Coladipietro
NAYES: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
There being eight (8) affirmative votes, the MOTION CARRIED. 66
PUBLIC HEARING: Mayor Soliman asked for a motion to open the public hearing on the adult use of recreationbal cannabis in business establishments in the City of Crest Hill.
(#3) Motion by Alderwoman Oberlin, seconded by Alderwoman Gazal to open the public hearing on the adult use of recreational cannabis in business establishments in the City of Crest Hill.
On roll call, the vote was:
AYES: Ald. Coladipietro, Albert, Kubal, Dyke, Vershay, Sklare, Gazal and Oberlin
NAYES: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
There being eight (8) affirmative votes, the MOTION CARRIED.
The public hearing opened at 7:03 p.m.
Mayor Soliman explained that as everyone is aware the State of Illinois legislator passed the legal use of recreational cannabis going into effect on January 1, 2020. They also passed the Illinois Cannabis Regulation and Tax Act 101-0027, which provides that the City has the authority to prohibit adult-use cannabis business establishments. On August 26, 2019, the City Council had a work session regarding the prohibition of adult use of cannabis in the City of Crest Hill. At the work session it appeared that most of the City Council were in favor of prohibiting the adult use of recreational cannabis in business establishments in Crest Hill. The public hearing is being held tonight for all interested individuals that may want to speak for or against this topic. Mayor Soliman asked if there were any questions or comments from the audience on the adult use of recreational cannabis in business establishments in the City of Crest Hill. There were none.
(#4) Motion by Alderwoman Oberlin, seconded by Alderman Coladipietro to close the public hearing on adult use of recreational cannabis in business establishments in the City of Crest Hill.
On roll call, the vote was:
AYES: Ald. Albert, Kubal, Dyke, Vershay, Sklare, Gazal, Oberlin and Coladipietro
NAYES: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
There being eight (8) affirmative votes, the MOTION CARRIED.
The public hearing closed at 7:07 p.m.
CITY ADMINISTRATOR: City Administrator Heather McGuire presented A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF A LICENSE AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CTY OF CREST HILL AND MCIMETRO ACCESS TRANSMISSION SERVICES CORP. FOR USE OF CITY RIGHTS-OF-WAY. Administrator McGuire stated that this is for the installation of telecommunication lines in the City of Crest Hill right of way. They are permitted to do this per State Statute. A copy of the agreement was enclosed in the packet.
(#5) Motion by Alderman Dyke, seconded by Alderman Vershay to approve A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF A LICENSE AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF CREST HILL AND MCIMETRO ACCESS TRANSMISSION SERVICES CORP. FOR USE OF CITY RIGHTS-OF-WAY.
On roll call, the vote was:
AYES: Ald. Sklare, Gazal, Oberlin, Coladipietro, Albert, Kubal, Dyke and Vershay
NAYES: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
There being eight (8) affirmative votes, the MOTION CARRIED. RESOLUTION #1055 223
Administrator McGuire presented A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF A PROFESSIONAL ARCHITECTURAL SERVICES PROPOSAL WITH UNTED ARCHITECTS, LTD. (New City Hall/Police Station). United Architects will provide final stamped plans for both the new City Hall and the Police Department. The cost for the new City Hall will be $85,000 and the cost for the new Police Station will be $105,000.
(#6) Motion by Alderwoman Oberlin, seconded by Alderman Albert to approve A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF A PROFESSIONAL ARCHITECTURAL SERVICES PROPOSAL WITH UNITED ARCHITECTS, LTD. (New City Hall/Police Station).
On roll call, the vote was:
AYES: Ald. Sklare, Gazal, Coladipietro, Kubal, Dyke, Vershay, Oberlin and Albert
NAYES: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
There being eight (8) affirmative votes, the MOTION CARRIED. RESOLUTION #1056 260
Administrator McGuire presented A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF A PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERING SERVICES PROPOSAL WITH SPACECO, INC. Spaceco will provide the engineering services, including the landscaping, for the new City Hall and Police Station at the cost of $39,000.
(#7) Motion by Alderwoman Gazal, seconded by Alderwoman Sklare to approve A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF A PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERING SERVICES PROPOSAL WITH SPACECO, INC.
On roll call, the vote was:
AYES: Ald. Oberlin, Coladipietro, Albert, Kubal, Dyke, Vershay, Gazal and Sklare
NAYES: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
There being eight (8) affirmative votes, the MOTION CARRIED. RESOLUTION #1057 284
Administrator McGuire presented AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE MUNICIPAL CODE OF THE CITY OF CREST HILL BY ADDING CHAPTER 5.76 TO TITLE 5, BUSINESS LICENSES AND REGULATIONS, A PROHIBITION OF ADULT USE CANNABIS BUSINESS ESTABLISHMENTS IN THE CITY OF CREST HILL. Administrator McGuire explained that anyone with medical licenses will still be permitted to use. This pertains only to the sale of the recreational cannabis in businesses in Crest Hill. Some brief discussion followed. Alderman Albert stated that if we notice we are losing a lot of tax dollars, we can re-visit this subject and make changes if necessary. Alderwoman Oberlin just wanted to make sure it was clear that this will have no impact on residents that use medical marijuana. Alderman Kubal stated that he is very concerned about losing the tax dollars and negatively impacting some of our businesses. Alderwoman Gazal stated that it is important to her that we are showing our teenagers that our city is not allowing the sale of cannabis.
(#8) Motion by Alderwoman Oberlin, seconded by Alderwoman Gazal to approve AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE MUNICIPAL CODE OF THE CITY OF CREST HILL BY ADDING CHAPTER 5.76 TO TITLE 5, BUSINESS LICENSES AND REGULATIONS, A PROHIBITION OF ADULT USE CANNABIS BUSINESS ESTABLISHMENTS IN THE CITY OF CREST HILL.
On roll call, the vote was:
AYES: Ald. Dyke, Vershay, Sklare, Albert, Coladipietro, Gazal and Oberlin
NAYES: Ald. Kubal
ABSENT: NONE
There being seven (7) affirmative votes, the MOTION CARRIED. ORDINANCE #1825 505
Administrator McGuire presented A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE ADOPTION OF A HIRING POLICY FOR CIVIL SERVICE POSITIONS IN THE CITY OF CREST HILL. Administrator McGuire stated that this would be for any Civil Service position. If needed, the position would be filled by staff upon a vacancy with immediate notification to Council. The policy will be reviewed annually.
(#9) Motion by Alderman Albert, seconded by Alderman Coladipietro to approve A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE ADOPTION OF A HIRING POLICY FOR CIVIL SERVICE POSITIONS IN THE CITY OF CREST HILL.
AYES: Ald. Gazal, Sklare, Vershay, Dyke, Kubal, Coladipietro and Albert
NAYES: Ald. Oberlin
ABSENT: NONE
There being seven (7) affirmative votes, the MOTION CARRIED. RESOLUTION #1058 542
Administrator McGuire informed Council that her information report was enclosed in their packets. Also, there will be a work session on Monday, September 23rd. The topics for discussion will be the Jasmine Creek Special Service Area and the rendering for the new City Hall and Police Station. There is not a scheduled work session for September 30th as of right now.
PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT: Public Works Director Tom Migatz informed Council that he was seeking approval to hire the next candidate on the list for Public Works Laborer.
(#10) Motion by Alderwoman Oberlin, seconded by Alderman Albert to approve the hiring of the next laborer candidate on the list for the Public Works Department.
On roll call, the vote was:
AYES: Ald. Sklare, Kubal, Coladipietro, Dyke, Vershay, Gazal, Oberlin and Albert
NAYES: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
There being eight (8) affirmative votes, the MOTION CARRIED.
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT: Community Development Director Scott McMaster informed Council that he had no agenda items to report. 592
POLICE DEPARTMENT: Police Chief Ed Clark informed Council that he is seeking approval of a Special Service Contract for Siegel's Cottonwood Farms. This would be for Officers to direct traffic on Weber Road during the haunted house event. The contract would be for six days, October 11, 12, 18, 19, 25 and 26, 2019. The hours would be from 7:30 p.m. until 11:00 p.m.
(#11) Motion by Alderman Kubal, seconded by Alderman Coladipietro to approve the Police Service Contract with Siegel's Cottonwood Farms for their haunted house event on October 11, 12, 18, 19, 25 and 26, 2019 from 7:30 p.m. until 11:00 p.m.
On roll call, the vote was:
AYES: Ald. Dyke, Vershay, Sklare, Gazal, Oberlin, Albert, Coladipietro and Kubal
NAYES: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
There being eight (8) affirmative votes, the MOTION CARRIED.
Chief Clark announced that September 22nd through September 28th is National Railway Safety Week in Illinois. We will be performing some extra traffic detail in these areas. Chief Clark also announced that the Crest Hill Police Department car show was moved to October 6th due to the weather we had on September 8th. It will be at Richland School from 1:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m. All money raised from this event goes to Special Olympics.
MAYOR'S REPORT: Mayor Soliman presented a request from the Crest Hill Police Department for the waiver of the Entertainment License for their annual car show for Special Olympics. This was previously approved for the car show that was rained out on September 8th but now needs approval for the new date of October 6th.
(#12) Motion by Alderwoman Oberlin, seconded by Alderwoman Sklare to approve the request from the Crest Hill Police Department for the waiver of the Entertainment License for their annual car show for Special Olympics to be held on October 6th.
On roll call, the vote was:
AYES: Ald. Coladipietro, Albert, Kubal, Dyke, Vershay, Gazal, Sklare and Oberlin
NAYES: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
There being eight (8) affirmative votes, the MOTION CARRIED.
Mayor Soliman informed Council of a Proclamation before them proclaiming September 17th through September 23rd, 2019 as Constitution Week. The proclamation was read by the Council Members.
(#13) Motion by Alderman Coladipietro, seconded by Alderwoman Oberlin to approve the Proclamation proclaiming September 17th through September 23rd, 2019 as Constitution Week.
On roll call, the vote was:
AYES: Ald. Albert, Kubal, Dyke, Vershay, Sklare, Gazal, Oberlin and Coladipietro
NAYES: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
There being eight (8) affirmative votes, the MOTION CARRIED.
Mayor Soliman presented Pauline Herpy with a copy of the Proclamation.
CITY CLERK: City Clerk Vicki Hackney informed Council that she had no agenda items to report.
CITY TREASURER: City Treasurer Glen Conklin presented the regular and overtime payroll from August 19, 2019 through September 1, 2019 in the amount of $217,947.46.
Treasurer Conklin presented the list of bills in the amount of $896,853.10 for Council approval.
(#14) Motion by Alderwoman Sklare, seconded by Alderwoman Oberlin to approve the list of bills in the amount of $896,853.10 as presented.
On roll call, the vote was:
AYES: Ald. Coladipietro, Albert, Gazal, Sklare, Vershay, Dyke, Kubal and Oberlin
NAYES: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
There being eight (8) affirmative votes, the MOTION CARRIED.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS: There was no unfinished business to report.
NEW BUSINESS: There was no new business to report.
COMMITTEE/LIAISON REPORTS: There were no committee/liaison reports.
COUNCIL COMMENTS: Alderman Kubal had nothing to report. Alderman Albert congratulated a fellow Crest Hill resident, Sam Chellino, for receiving the "Everyday Hero Award" from the Joliet Herald News. Sam was one of sixteen other winners that received the award. Mayor Soliman extended his congratulations to Sam. Alderman Coladipietro congratulated Sam Chellino for receiving his award. Alderwoman Oberlin congratulated Sam on receiving the reward. Alderwoman Gazal extended her congratulations to Sam. Alderwoman Gazal announced that the Will County Take Back the Night will be held on October 3rd at 5:00 p.m. It will be held at Joliet Central High School. Alderwoman Gazal invited the entire Council to attend. Alderwoman Sklare congratulated Sam Chellino. Alderman Vershay congratulated Sam and the other winners that received the award. Alderman Dyke thanked Sam for everything he does for the community and extended his congratulations.
PUBLIC COMMENT: Joe Adameck from the Sunnyland Subdivision addressed the Council. Mr. Adameck reminded Council that at a previous meeting that he attended it was mentioned that there would be a community meeting scheduled to further discuss the tentative well that is to be put in the Sunnyland Subdivision. Mr. Adameck wanted to know if that meeting has been scheduled. He feels the entire subdivision should be notified of this meeting and not just a few of the residents. Also, Mr. Adameck asked how he can obtain a copy of the August 19th Council meeting. Lastly, Mr. Adameck stated that it was mentioned at a previous meeting that there was a well house that would be like the proposed well house on Caton Farm Road. Mr. Adameck stated that the well house on Caton Farm Road is not surrounded by residential homes. Mayor Soliman explained that at the end of that previous meeting held on August 19th, he asked for individuals to give him their contact information and only two people approached him. Mayor Soliman stated that he assumed they would be the contacts. Mayor Soliman explained that Mr. Mark Siefert and himself have reached out to some residents due to the lack of the surveys that have been returned. We need the cooperation of the residents to turn in the surveys so we can gather the appropriate information. City Administrator Heather McGuire stated that the Council meetings have not yet been uploaded to our website. We are in the still in the process of converting everything in the Cable Department. The cost for our Cable representative to produce a copy of that meeting right now would be his hourly rate which is over $100.00. Administrator McGuire asked for everyone's patience while we are working through this process. Some brief discussion and questions followed. Mayor Soliman asked Mr. Adameck for his cooperation in asking his neighbors to complete and return the surveys.
Alderman Vershay asked Community Director McMaster if he can get the business owners in the Industrial Park on Division Street to put their name and addresses on the buildings. There are so many trucks that come and go that are confused where to go because the buildings are not marked. Director McMaster stated that he will look into this.
There being no further business before the Council a motion for adjournment was in order.
(#15) Motion by Alderman Dyke, seconded by Alderman Vershay to adjourn the September 16, 2019 City Council meeting.
On roll call, the vote was:
AYES: Ald. Sklare, Gazal, Oberlin, Coladipietro, Albert, Kubal, Dyke and Vershay
NAYES: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
There being eight (8) affirmative votes, the MOTION CARRIED.
The meeting adjourned at 7:55 p.m.
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