City of Joliet City Council Met Jan. 5

By Angelica Saylo Pilo

Mar 23, 2021

City of Joliet City Council Met Jan. 5.

Here is the minutes provided by the council:

INVOCATION:

Father Chris Groh, St. Mary Magdalene Catholic Church, 127 S. Briggs Street

PLEDGE TO THE FLAG:

ROLL CALL:

Present: Mayor Robert O'Dekirk, Councilwoman Bettye Gavin, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilman Herb Lande, Councilman Terry Morris, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman, Councilwoman Sherri Reardon and Councilman Michael F. Turk

ALSO PRESENT: Interim City Manager James D. Hock and Sabrina Spano MAYOR:

APPROVAL OF AGENDA:

A motion was made by Councilwoman Sherri Reardon, seconded by Councilwoman Bettye Gavin, to approve the agenda as written with the following changes: 1) Vote separately on Council Memo #2-21: Settlement with Martin J. Shanahan, Jr. in the amount of $200,000.

The motion carried by the following vote:

Aye: Councilwoman Bettye Gavin, Councilman Larry Hug, Councilman Larry E. Hug, and Councilman Terry Morris. At this time, Councilwoman Jan Hallums-Quillman requested that Council Memo #31-21 also be voted on separately; therefore, the vote was amended.

An amended motion was made by Councilwoman Sherri Reardon, seconded by Councilwoman Bettye Gavin, to approve the agenda as written with the following change: 1) vote separately on Council Memo #2-21: Settlement with Martin J. Shanahan, Jr. in the Amount of $200,000.00, and 2) Also vote separately on Council Memo #31-21: Purchase a Vehicle for the Cultural Car Raffle.

The motion carried by the following vote:

Aye: Councilwoman Bettye Gavin, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilman Herb Lande, Councilman Terry Morris, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman, Councilwoman Sherri Reardon and Councilman Michael F. Turk

Abstain: Mayor Robert O'Dekirk

CITIZENS TO BE HEARD ON AGENDA ITEMS:

No one registered to be called to speak and no emails received under Citizens to be heard on agenda items.

Garland Mays spoke regarding Council Memo #8-21: Ordinance Declaring Certain Properties as Public Nuisances/Basinger's Pharmacy. He also spoke in opposition of Council Memo #2-21: Settlement with Martin J. Shanahan, Jr. in the Amount of $200,000.00.

Jerry Hervey spoke in favor of Council Memo #2-21.

NOTE: There is a new temporary procedure for public speaking. Details can be found on the Joliet.gov “Public Comments” web page.

APPOINTMENTS:

Joliet Committee and Commissions

Board of Fire and Police Commissioners - Quinn Adamowski

A motion was made by Councilman Terry Morris, seconded by Councilman Michael F. Turk, to appoint Quinn Adamowski to the Board of Fire and Police Commissioners - Quinn Adamowski.

The motion carried by the following vote:

Abstain: Mayor Robert O'Dekirk

COUNCIL COMMITTEE REPORTS:

Public Service

Councilman Hug gave an overview and explanation of the items discussed at the Monday, January 4, 2021 Public Service Committee Meeting.

CONSENT AGENDA:

Approval of Minutes:

Special Council Meeting - December 7, 2020

Council Memos Approved

A motion was made by Councilwoman Reardon, seconded by Councilwoman Gavin, to concur in the recommendations of the City Manager.

The motion carried by the following vote:

Abstain: Mayor Robert O'Dekirk

Settlement with Martin J. Shanahan, Jr. in the Amount of $200,000.00

A brief discussion was held regarding the settlement with Martin J. Shanahan, Jr.

A motion was made by Councilman Terry Morris, seconded by Councilman Larry E. Hug, to approve COUNCIL MEMO #2-21: Settlement with Martin J. Shanahan, Jr. in the Amount of $200,000.00.

The motion carried by the following vote:

Aye: Nay:

Mayor Robert O'Dekirk, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilman Herb Lande, Councilman Terry Morris and Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman

Councilwoman Bettye Gavin, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Sherri Reardon and Councilman Michael F. Turk

LICENSES AND PERMIT APPLICATIONS:

Issuance of a Class “C’ Liquor License at 5951 Theodore Street at Lenny’s Joliet Liquors, LLC.

A motion was made by Councilwoman Bettye Gavin, seconded by

Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman, to concur in the recommendations of the Liquor Commissioner to approve COUNCIL MEMO #4-21: Issuance of a Class “C’ Liquor License at 5951 Theodore Street at Lenny’s Joliet Liquors, LLC.

The motion carried by the following vote:

Abstain: Mayor Robert O'Dekirk

Issuance of a Class “B” Liquor License at 81 W. Jefferson Street- Celine’s Pizza

A brief discussion was held regarding beautification of the facade of the building at 81 W. Jefferson Street.

A motion was made by Councilwoman Bettye Gavin, seconded by Councilman Larry E. Hug, to concur in the recommendations of the Liquor Commissioner to approve COUNCIL MEMO #5-21: Issuance of a Class “B” Liquor License at 81 W. Jefferson Street- Celine’s Pizza.

The motion carried by the following vote:

Abstain: Mayor Robert O'Dekirk

Transfer of a Class “C” Liquor License at 1560 IL Rt. 59- MNM Liquors, INC.

A motion was made by Councilman Michael F. Turk, seconded by Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman, to concur in the recommendations of the Liquor Commissioner to approve COUNCIL MEMO #6-21: Transfer of a Class “C” Liquor License at 1560 IL Rt. 59- MNM Liquors, INC. The motion carried by the following vote:

Abstain: Mayor Robert O'Dekirk

PUBLIC HEARINGS:

NOTE: There is a new temporary procedure for public speaking. Details can be found on the Joliet.gov “Public Comments” web page.

ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS:

ORDINANCES:

Ordinance Declaring Certain Properties as Public Nuisances 8-21

Interim City Manager James Hock gave a brief overview of Council Memo #8-21.

In response to Councilman Turk's question, Mr. Hock stated the Council could proceed with this item provided there is action taken at the location this item would not proceed through the Public Nuisance process.

A motion was made by Councilman Michael F. Turk, seconded by Councilman Larry E. Hug, to adopt COUNCIL MEMO #8-21: Ordinance Declaring Certain Properties as Public Nuisances. (ORDINANCE NO. 18163)

The motion carried by the following vote:

Abstain: Mayor Robert O'Dekirk

Ordinance Approving the Tax Increment Financing District Eligibility Study and the Redevelopment Plan and Project for the Rock Run Crossings Redevelopment Project Area

A brief discussion was held regarding the Rock Run Crossings Redevelopment Project Area being made up of 17% industrial and an additional 11% if the Council were to approve it at a later date.

A motion was made by Councilman Larry E. Hug, seconded by Councilwoman Bettye Gavin, to adopt COUNCIL MEMO #9-21: Ordinance Approving the Tax Increment Financing District Eligibility Study and the Redevelopment Plan and Project for the Rock Run Crossings Redevelopment Project Area. (ORDINANCE NO. 18164)

The motion carried by the following vote:

Abstain: Mayor Robert O'Dekirk

Ordinance Designating the Rock Run Crossings Redevelopment Project Area

A motion was made by Councilwoman Bettye Gavin, seconded by Councilman Michael F. Turk, to adopt COUNCIL MEMO #10-21: Ordinance Designating the Rock Run Crossings Redevelopment Project Area. (ORDINANCE NO. 18165)

The motion carried by the following vote:

Abstain: Mayor Robert O'Dekirk

Ordinance Adopting Tax Increment Financing for the Rock Run Crossings Redevelopment Project Area

A motion was made by Councilwoman Sherri Reardon, seconded by Councilwoman Bettye Gavin, to adopt COUNCIL MEMO #11-21: Ordinance Adopting Tax Increment Financing for the Rock Run Crossings Redevelopment Project Area. (ORDINANCE NO. 18166)

The motion carried by the following vote:

Abstain: Mayor Robert O'Dekirk

Ordinances and Resolution Associated with Rock Run Crossings Subdivision

Resolution Approving the Development Agreement for Rock Run Crossings Subdivision (M-4-20)

Ordinance Approving the Preliminary Plat of Resubdivision of Rock Run Crossings Subdivision (P-11-20)

Ordinance Approving the Reclassification of 58.619 Acres located at the Northeast Corner of I-55 and I-80 from B-2 (Central Business) to I-1 (Light Industrial) Zoning (Z-5-20)

Mayor O'Dekirk thanked all those involved in moving the Run Run Crossings Subdivision development forward.

A motion was made by Councilman Larry E. Hug, seconded by Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman, to adopt COUNCIL MEMO #12-21: Ordinances and Resolution Associated with Rock Run Crossings Subdivision

Resolution Approving the Development Agreement for Rock Run Crossings Subdivision (M-4-20) (RESOLUTION NO. 7609)

Ordinance Approving the Preliminary Plat of Resubdivision of Rock Run Crossings Subdivision (P-11-20) (ORDINANCE NO. 18167)

Ordinance Approving the Reclassification of 58.619 Acres located at the Northeast Corner of I-55 and I-80 from B-2 (Central Business) to I-1 (Light Industrial) Zoning (Z-5-20). (ORDINANCE NO. 18168)

The motion carried by the following vote:

Abstain: Mayor Robert O'Dekirk

RESOLUTIONS:

Supplemental Resolution Appropriating Funds for the 2020

Pavement Marking Program - MFT Sect. No. 20-00529-00-ST in the amount of $11,234.10

A motion was made by Councilwoman Bettye Gavin, seconded by Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman, to adopt COUNCIL MEMO #14-21: Supplemental Resolution Appropriating Funds for the 2020 Pavement Marking Program - MFT Sect. No. 20-00529-00-ST in the amount of $11,234.10. (RESOLUTION NO. 7610)

The motion carried by the following vote:

Abstain: Mayor Robert O'Dekirk

Resolution Approving an Intergovernmental (IGA) for the Illinois Route 53 at Emerald Drive Project between the Illinois Department of Transportation and the City of Joliet

A motion was made by Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman, seconded by Councilwoman Bettye Gavin, to adopt COUNCIL MEMO #15-21: Resolution Approving an Intergovernmental (IGA) for the Illinois Route 53 at Emerald Drive Project between the Illinois Department of Transportation and the City of Joliet. (RESOLUTION NO. 7611)

The motion carried by the following vote:

Abstain: Mayor Robert O'Dekirk

Resolution Approving a Development Agreement for the Illinois Route 53 at Emerald Drive Project between Speedway LLC and the City of Joliet

A motion was made by Councilwoman Sherri Reardon, seconded by Councilwoman Bettye Gavin, to adopt COUNCIL MEMO #16-21: Resolution Approving a Development Agreement for the Illinois Route 53 at Emerald Drive Project between Speedway LLC and the City of Joliet. (RESOLUTION NO. 7612)

The motion carried by the following vote:

Abstain: Mayor Robert O'Dekirk

Resolution Committing to Water Conservation through the reduction of non-revenue water to comply with applicable state law

A motion was made by Councilman Larry E. Hug, seconded by Councilwoman Bettye Gavin, to adopt COUNCIL MEMO #17-21: Resolution Committing to Water Conservation through the reduction of non-revenue water to comply with applicable state law. (RESOLUTION NO. 7613)

The motion carried by the following vote:

Abstain: Mayor Robert O'Dekirk

Resolution Authorizing Execution of an Agreement Regarding 24639 Caton Farm Road

A motion was made by Councilwoman Sherri Reardon, seconded by Councilwoman Bettye Gavin, to adopt COUNCIL MEMO #18-21: Resolution Authorizing Execution of an Agreement Regarding 24639 Caton Farm Road. (RESOLUTION NO. 7614)

The motion carried by the following vote:

Abstain: Mayor Robert O'Dekirk

BIDS AND CONTRACTS:

AWARD OF CONTRACTS:

Professional Services Agreement for Hiring Entry-Level Police Officers

Professional Services Agreement for the 2022 - 2030 Water Main Replacement Planning Project to Baxter & Woodman Inc. in the amount of $44,300.00

Award of Contract for the 2021 Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation Project to Performance Pipelining Inc. in the amount of $6,987,185.78

Award of Contract for the Essington and Jefferson Interceptor Sewer to Len Cox & Sons Excavating in the amount of $1,956,666.00

Award of Contract for Mimecast Email and Web Security to CDW-G

Award of Contract for the Florence Park Phase 1A Water Main Improvements Project to Austin Tyler Construction in the amount of $886,540.02

Award of Contract for the Florence Park Phase 1B Water Main Improvements Project to Brandt Excavating in the amount of $837,294.73

Award of Contract for the Reedwood Phase 1A Water Main Improvements Project to Brandt Excavating in the amount of $1,130,100.04

Award of Contract for the Reedwood Phase 1B Water Main Improvements Project to Brandt Excavating in the amount of $1,157,040.89

Award of Contract for the Garnsey Park Phase 2 Water Main Improvements Project to Austin Tyler Construction in the amount of $1,603,603.70

Award of Contract for the Forest Park Phase 2 Water Main Improvement Project to Austin Tyler Construction in the amount of $1,464,833.50

A motion was made by Councilwoman Gavin, seconded by Councilwoman Reardon, to approve Council Memos #20-21 through #30-21.

The motion carried by the following vote:

Abstain: Mayor Robert O'Dekirk

A brief discussion was held regard the sale of only 5,500 tickets to increase the odds of winning the vehicle.

A motion was made by Councilwoman Bettye Gavin, seconded by Councilman Herb Lande, to adopt COUNCIL MEMO #31-21: Purchase a Vehicle for the Cultural Car Raffle.

The motion carried by the following vote:

Aye: Mayor Robert O'Dekirk, Councilwoman Bettye Gavin, Councilman Herb Lande, Councilman Terry Morris, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Sherri Reardon and Councilman Michael F. Turk

Nay: Councilman Larry E. Hug

Abstain: Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman

AMENDMENTS, CHANGE ORDERS AND PAYMENTS:

Change Order No. 1 in the amount of $11,234.10 and Payment Request No. 3 and Final in the amount of $38,398.08 for the 2020 Pavement Marking Program - MFT Sect. No. 20-00529-00-ST to Precision Pavement Markings, Inc.

Amendment No. 1 to the Professional Services Agreement for the Eastside WWTP Phosphorus Removal Project to Living Habitats in the amount of $11,220.00

Change Order No. 3 for the Bulk Water Dispensing Station Project to Lindblad Construction

Amendment No. 1 to the Professional Services Agreement for the 2021 Water System Rehabilitation Program to Baxter & Woodman Inc. in the amount of $371,500.00

Change Order No. 1 for the Lift Station Generator Replacement to Elliott Electric Inc in the amount of $14,860.00

Change Order No. 2 for the 2020 Aluminum Sulfate Solution Purchase to Usalco LLC in the amount of $45,587.24

Council Memos Approved

A motion was made by Councilwoman Reardon, seconded by Councilwoman Gavin, to approve Council Memos #33-21 through #38-21.

The motion carried by the following vote:

Abstain: Mayor Robert O'Dekirk

CITY MANAGER:

Interim City Manager Jim Hock briefly summarized numerous completed and ongoing projects throughout the City. He stated it takes time to see most projects through to floriation and the City and Council has done well with seeing projects through since he was last City Manager. He thanked staff for their assistance and wished the Mayor and Council continued success.

NEW BUSINESS (Not for Final Action or Recommendation):

Councilman Hug briefly discussed a comment made by a news report on the in-fighting amongst Council and then discussed how the City continues to thrive with new developments.

Councilman Lande wished Mr. Hock well.

PUBLIC COMMENTS:

No one registered to be called to speak and no emails received under Citizens to be heard on agenda items.

Mr. Stringer Harris spoke regarding police body cameras.

NOTE: There is a new temporary procedure for public speaking. Details can be found on the Joliet.gov “Public Comments” web page.

MAYOR AND COUNCIL COMMENTS:

Councilman Morris, Councilman Hug, Councilwoman Quillman thanked Jim Hock for coming back to serve the City.

Councilman Mudron wished everyone a Happy New Year.

Councilwoman Reardon wished Mr. Hock well and then read a letter from Nicole Murray Executive Director with the Will Habitat for Humanity to thank the City for the home at 15 Seesar

Councilwoman Gavin thank Jim Hock for his help and wished him well. She wished everyone a Happy New Year.

Mayor O'Dekirk thanked Mr. Hock for coming back to serve the City a second time. He highlighted the send off Santa parade. He thanked the Police and Fire Departments, Katie Smith in the City Manager office, and everyone involved in the event. He also highlighted the private investments coming the City in 2021 and the Council's commitment to replacing Mr. Hock by the end of the week. He also wished everyone a Happy New Year.

CLOSED SESSION to discuss the following subject:

PERSONNEL: The appointment, employment, compensation, discipline, performance or dismissal of specific City employees (5 ILCS 5/120/2(c)(1)).

A motion was made by Councilman Morris, seconded by Councilwoman Hallums Quillman, to enter into closed session to discuss personnel.

The motion carried by the following vote:

Abstain: Mayor Robert O'Dekirk

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