City of Joliet City Council met Feb. 15

By Philip Gonzales

May 6, 2022

Here are the minutes provided by the council:

INVOCATION:

Father Chris Groh, St. Mary Magdalene / St. Bernard's Catholic Church, 127 S. Briggs Street

PLEDGE TO THE FLAG:

ROLL CALL:

Councilwoman Gavin attended the meeting remotely.

Present:

Mayor Robert O'Dekirk, Councilman Joe Clement, Councilwoman Bettye Gavin, Councilman Cesar Guerrero, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilman Terry Morris, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Quillman and Councilwoman Sherri Reardon

ALSO PRESENT: City Manager - James V. Capparelli, Corporation Counsel - Sabrina Spano Interim Police Chief Robert Brown introduced newly appoint Deputy Chief Chris Botzum.

Deputy Chief Christ Botzum thanked the Mayor and Council and gave a brief overview of his credentials.

MAYOR:

APPROVAL OF AGENDA:

A motion was made by Councilman Cesar Guerrero, seconded by Councilwoman Sherri Reardon, to approve the Agenda as written.

The motion carried by the following vote:

Aye: Councilman Joe Clement, Councilwoman Bettye Gavin, Councilman Cesar Guerrero, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilman Terry Morris, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Quillman and Councilwoman Sherri Reardon

Abstain: Mayor Robert O'Dekirk

CITIZENS TO BE HEARD ON AGENDA ITEMS:

Alex Ledesma spoke in opposition of Council Memo #111-22: Resolution Denying a Variation of Use to Allow Construction of a Three-Unit Commercial Building, Located at 251 E. Jackson Street.

Robert Hernandez spoke in opposition of Council Memo #111-22. He also discussed departmental appointments.

APPOINTMENTS:

Inspector General Appointment

Attachments: Approver Report

A brief discussion was held regarding the appointment of Sean P. Connolly as the Inspector General, including his credentials and contracted service agreement.

A motion was made by Councilman Terry Morris, seconded by Councilman Joseph Clement, to approve the appointment of Sean P. Connolly as Inspector General.

The motion carried by the following vote:

Aye: Councilman Joe Clement, Councilwoman Bettye Gavin, Councilman Cesar Guerrero, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilman Terry Morris, Councilwoman Jan Quillman and Councilwoman Sherri Reardon

Nay: Councilman Pat Mudron

Abstain: Mayor Robert O'Dekirk

COUNCIL COMMITTEE REPORTS:

Finance

Councilman Mudron gave an overview and explanation of the items discussed at the Tuesday, February 15, 2022 Finance Committee Meeting.

Director of Finance James Ghedotte introduced Speer Financial, Inc., Senior Vice President Anthony Miceli. Mr. Miceli presented the Future Borrowing for the Alternative Water Source Program.

Link:

https://joliet.granicus.com/player/clip/4202?view_id=6&redirect=true

Public Service

Councilman Hug gave an overview and explanation of the items discussed at the Monday, February 28, 2022 Public Service Committee Meeting.

Allison Swisher, Director of Public Utilities, briefly discussed the Regional Water Commission and water main replacement. She also explained there will be communication via mailings, doorhangers, and the city's website updating residents of the water main projects.

Link:

https://joliet.granicus.com/player/clip/4197?view_id=6&redirect=true

CONSENT AGENDA:

Approval of Minutes

Pre-Council Meeting - January 31, 2022

Council Meeting - February 1, 2022

Award of Contract for the 2022 Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation Program to Performance Pipelining Inc. in the amount of $3,539,389.25

Award of Contract for the 2022 Bulk Sodium Hypochlorite Chemical purchase to Hawkins Water Treatment Group in the amount of $157,950.00

Award of Contract for the 2022 Drinking Water Sodium Hypochlorite Chemical Purchase to Hawkins Water Treatment Group in the amount of $339,690.00

Award of Contract for the 2022 Aluminum Sulfate Solution purchase to USALCO LLC in the amount of $549,295.14

Award of Contact for the 2022 Manganese Sulfate Chemical purchase to Carus Corporation in the amount of $307,334.16

Award of Contract for the 2022 Sodium Permanganate Chemical purchase to Carus Corporation in the amount of $340,467.84

Award of Contract for the 2022 Bulk Sodium Bisulfite Chemical purchase to Hawkins Water Treatment Group in the amount of $41,040.00

Award of Contracts for the 2022 Biosolids Disposal Program to New Era Spreading in the amount of $1,535,000.00

Award of Contract for the Repair to the No. 2 and No. 3 Sludge Storage Tanks at the Eastside Wastewater Treatment Plant to Cady Inc. in the amount of $209,738.00

Award of Contract for the Parkview Water Main Improvements Project to Brandt Excavating in the amount of $2,615,855.86

Award of Contract for the Essington ComEd Crossing Water Main Improvements project to P.T. Ferro Construction in the amount of $1,195,807.34

Award of Contract for the Garnsey Park Phase 3 and Edgerton Drive Water Main Improvements project to Austin Tyler Construction, Inc. in the amount of $5,191,773.69

Award of Contract for the Oakview Water Main Improvements project to Austin Tyler Construction, Inc. in the amount of $2,986,986.43

Award of Contract for Barracuda E-Mail Archiving to CDW in the Amount of $103,695.00

Consent Agenda Items Approved

A motion was made by Councilwoman Reardon, seconded by Councilwoman Hallums Quillman, to approve all Consent Agenda items.

The motion carried by the following vote:

Absent: Mayor Robert O'Dekirk

LICENSES AND PERMIT APPLICATIONS:

Transfer of a Class “E” Liquor License at 324 Collins Street La Villa

A motion was made by Councilman Cesar Guerrero, seconded by Councilman Joseph Clement, to approve COUNCIL MEMO #98-22: Transfer of a Class “E” Liquor License at 324 Collins Street- La Villa.

The motion carried by the following vote:

Abstain: Mayor Robert O'Dekirk

Issuance of a Class “E” Liquor License at 808 W. Jefferson Street- El Pulpo

A motion was made by Councilman Cesar Guerrero, seconded by Councilman Larry E. Hug, to approve COUNCIL MEMO #99-22: Issuance of a Class “E” Liquor License at 808 W. Jefferson Street- El Pulpo.

The motion carried by the following vote:

Abstain: Mayor Robert O'Dekirk

Issuance of a Class “B” Liquor License at 24 Ohio Street Ohio Banquets

A motion was made by Councilwoman Sherri Reardon, seconded by Councilman Cesar Guerrero, to approve COUNCIL MEMO #100-22: Issuance of a Class “B” Liquor License at 24 Ohio Street- Ohio Banquets.

The motion carried by the following vote:

Abstain: Mayor Robert O'Dekirk

PUBLIC HEARINGS:

ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS:

ORDINANCES:

Ordinance Approving a Special Use Permit for Truck and Trailer Repair, Truck and Trailer Sales and Truck Parking at 198 W. Laraway Road (ZBA 2022-02)

A motion was made by Councilwoman Sherri Reardon, seconded by Councilman Joseph Clement, to adopt COUNCIL MEMO #102-22: Ordinance Approving a Special Use Permit for Truck and Trailer Repair, Truck and Trailer Sales and Truck Parking at 198 W. Laraway Road (ZBA 2022-02). (ORDINANCE NO. 18315)

The motion carried by the following vote:

Abstain: Mayor Robert O'Dekirk

Ordinance Approving the Reclassification of 222A Union Street (Rear) from R-3 (One and Two Family Residential) to R-2 (Single-Family Residential) Zoning (Z-1-22)

A motion was made by Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman, seconded by Councilman Joseph Clement, to adopt COUNCIL MEMO #103-22: Ordinance Approving the Reclassification of 222A Union Street (Rear) from R-3 (One and Two Family Residential) to R-2 (Single-Family Residential) Zoning (Z-1-22). (ORDINANCE NO. 18316)

The motion carried by the following vote:

Abstain: Mayor Robert O'Dekirk

Ordinance Approving the Reclassification of 11.9 Acres West of 2898 Schweitzer Road from I-1 (Light Industrial) to I-TB (Intermodal Terminal-Transportation Equipment) Zoning (Z-2-22)

A motion was made by Councilwoman Sherri Reardon, seconded by Councilman Joseph Clement, to adopt COUNCIL MEMO #104-22: Ordinance Approving the Reclassification of 11.9 Acres West of 2898 Schweitzer Road from I-1 (Light Industrial) to I-TB (Intermodal Terminal-Transportation Equipment) Zoning (Z-2-22). (ORDINANCE NO. 18317)

The motion carried by the following vote:

Abstain: Mayor Robert O'Dekirk

Ordinance Approving a Special Use Permit for a trucking facility with truck parking, office, and maintenance operations, located at the Southwest corner of Cherry Hill Road and Beatty Lane (Petition 2022-04)

A motion was made by Councilman Joseph Clement, seconded by Councilwoman Sherri Reardon, to adopt COUNCIL MEMO #105-22: Ordinance Approving a Special Use Permit for a trucking facility with truck parking, office, and maintenance operations, located at the Southwest corner of Cherry Hill Road and Beatty Lane (Petition 2022-04). (ORDINANCE NO. 18318)

The motion carried by the following vote:

Abstain: Mayor Robert O'Dekirk

RESOLUTIONS:

Resolution Accepting and Placing on File the Joliet Historic Preservation Commission (JHPC) Annual Report for 2021

A motion was made by Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman, seconded by Councilman Cesar Guerrero, to adopt COUNCIL MEMO #108-22: Resolution Accepting and Placing on File the Joliet Historic Preservation Commission (JHPC) Annual Report for 2021. (RESOLUTION NO. 7739)

The motion carried by the following vote:

Abstain: Mayor Robert O'Dekirk

Resolution Approving a Memorandum of Understanding Regarding Water System Capacity Allocation with the Village of Romeoville

A motion was made by Councilman Larry E. Hug, seconded by Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman, to adopt COUNCIL MEMO #109-22: Resolution Approving a Memorandum of Understanding Regarding Water System Capacity Allocation with the Village of Romeoville. (RESOLUTION NO. 7740)

The motion carried by the following vote:

Abstain: Mayor Robert O'Dekirk

Resolution Approving a Recapture Agreement with CenterPoint Properties for Reimbursement of cost of Vetter Road Improvement

At Councilwoman Quillman's request, the City Manager stated he would discuss snow removal for residents along Vetter Road with the Roadway Division.

A motion was made by Councilwoman Sherri Reardon, seconded by Councilman Joseph Clement, to adopt COUNCIL MEMO #110-22: Resolution Approving a Recapture Agreement with CenterPoint Properties for Reimbursement of cost of Vetter Road Improvement. (RESOLUTION NO. 7741)

The motion carried by the following vote:

Abstain: Mayor Robert O'Dekirk

Resolution Denying a Variation of Use to Allow Construction of a Three-Unit Commercial Building, Located at 251 E. Jackson Street (PETITION 2022-06)

A brief discussion was held regarding the businesses proposed for this location and the economic impact.

A motion was made by Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman, seconded by Councilwoman Bettye Gavin, to deny COUNCIL MEMO #111-22: Resolution Denying a Variation of Use to Allow Construction of a Three-Unit Commercial Building, Located at 251 E. Jackson Street (PETITION 2022-06).

(RESOLUTION DENIED)

(ORDINANCE NO. 18319 - Ordinance Granting a Variation of Use for 251 E. Jackson Street)

The motion carried by the following vote:

Abstain: Mayor Robert O'Dekirk

Resolution Accepting Illinois Environmental Protection Agency Low Interest Loan L175745 for the Lead Water Service Line Replacement Program Phase III

A brief discussion was held regarding the City paying 100% of the cost to replace lead service lines.

A motion was made by Councilman Larry E. Hug, seconded by Councilman Cesar Guerrero, to adopt COUNCIL MEMO #112-22: Resolution Accepting Illinois Environmental Protection Agency Low Interest Loan L175745 for the Lead Water Service Line Replacement Program Phase III. (RESOLUTION NO. 7742)

The motion carried by the following vote:

Abstain: Mayor Robert O'Dekirk

Resolution Approving IHSA State Final Boys Class 3A and 4A Baseball Tournaments Agreement

A motion was made by Councilwoman Sherri Reardon, seconded by

Councilman Joseph Clement, to adopt COUNCIL MEMO #113-22: Resolution Approving IHSA State Final Boys Class 3A and 4A Baseball Tournaments Agreement. (RESOLUTION NO. 7743)

The motion carried by the following vote:

Abstain: Mayor Robert O'Dekirk

Resolution Approving and Authorizing the Execution of the Collective Bargaining Agreement Between the City of Joliet and Joliet Fire Officers, Local 2369, IAFF AFL-CIO

A motion was made by Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman, seconded by Councilman Joseph Clement, to adopt COUNCIL MEMO #114-22: Resolution Approving and Authorizing the Execution of the Collective Bargaining Agreement Between the City of Joliet and Joliet Fire Officers, Local 2369, IAFF AFL-CIO. (RESOLUTION NO. 7744)

The motion carried by the following vote:

Abstain: Mayor Robert O'Dekirk

Resolution Approving the Execution of an Intergovernmental Agreement with Joliet Township for the Control, Collection, and Sheltering of Stray Animals

Councilman Hug explained this item applies to the entire city. A motion was made by Councilwoman Sherri Reardon, seconded by Councilman Cesar Guerrero, to adopt COUNCIL MEMO #115-22: Resolution Approving the Execution of an Intergovernmental Agreement with Joliet Township for the Control, Collection, and Sheltering of Stray Animals. (RESOLUTION NO. 7745)

The motion carried by the following vote:

Abstain: Mayor Robert O'Dekirk

CITY MANAGER:

The City Manager thanked Economic Development Director Derek Conley for his service and wished him well. He explained Rod Tonelli with Ruettiger, Tonelli & Associates will service as Interim Economic Development Director while the City searches for a new Director.

The City Manager also discussed the upcoming snow event and the possibility of there being ice on the roads and to travel with caution.

Derek Conley thanked everyone for their support and expressed his gratitude for the opportunities he had during his time as the City's Economic Development Director.

Councilwoman Quillman and Councilwoman Gavin thanked him and wished him well

NEW BUSINESS (Not for Final Action or Recommendation):

Mayor O'Dekirk thanked State Representative Natalie Manley for her assistance with Federal stimulus monies for capital improvements coming to the area.

PUBLIC COMMENTS:

Robert Webb spoke regarding anti-discrimination Ordinance No. 6295.

Eddie Robinson spoke regarding his mother's property in probate and his removal from from the property.

Renee Damouges spoke regarding training snowplow drivers with best practices and city ordinance regarding snow band on streets when snow if over two inches.

Alex Ledesma thanked the Mayor and Council for their support of Council Memo #111-22. He also discussed a grant received by the police department and their work with cornerstone.

Robert Smith spoke in opposition of the proposed homeless shelter at the YMCA on Briggs Street

Margie Cepon echoed the comments of Robert Smith and concerns of the YMCA Briggs Street becoming a homeless shelter.

MAYOR AND COUNCIL COMMENTS:

Councilman Clement congratulated and thanked Derek Conley for his service to the City of Joliet. He also discussed filling potholes and contractor's cutting down trees.

Councilwoman Gavin thanked Derek Conley.

Councilman Guerrero mentioned an active shooting on Henderson Avenue this evening. Councilman Hug congratulated and thanked Derek Conley for his service to the City of Joliet.

Councilman Morris congratulated and thanked Derek Conley for his service to the City of Joliet and highlighted the Black History celebration at the Joliet Museum.

Councilman Mudron wished Derek Conley best of luck in the future.

Councilwoman Quillman highlighted vaccination clinics at Joliet Township and St. Peter's Church health fair.

Councilwoman Reardon congratulated and thanked Derek Conley.

Mayor O'Dekirk congratulated and thanked Derek Conley. He briefly discussed the shooting on Henderson Street. He highlighted a tour of the library construction, Dirksen School Stem Fair, VASA Fitness ribbon cutting, Dragon's Den ribbon cutting. He asked residents to be mindful of ice with snow storm and a City ordinance to remove vehicles from the street.

CLOSED SESSION:

A motion was made by Councilwoman Sherri Reardon, seconded by Councilman Cesar Guerrero, to enter into closed session to discuss personnel, collective bargaining, land acquisition or conveyance, pending or threatened litigation after which the meeting will be adjourned.

The motion carried by the following vote:

Abstain: Mayor Robert O'Dekirk

ADJOURNMENT:

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