City of Joliet City Council met May 3.
Here are the minutes provided by the council:
INVOCATION:
Pastor Kurt Hoover, Messiah Lutheran Church, 40 Houbolt Road
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 and Corporation Counsel Sabrina Spano.
PRESENTATION:
Update on Historic Preservation Initiatives - Jayne Bernhard, City Planner and Staff Liaison to the HIstoric Preservation Commission
Jayne Bernhardt, City Planner and staff liaison to the Historic Preservation, gave an update on historic preservation initiatives.
A brief discussion was held regarding the Cassaday House project.
MAYOR: Proclamation declaring May as Historic Preservation Month.
Councilwoman Quillman read a Proclamation issued by Mayor O'Dekirk declaring May as Historic Preservation Month.
Sharon Merwin and Candace Johnson accepted and thanked the Mayor and Council for their recognition.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA:
A motion was made by Councilwoman Sherri Reardon, seconded by Councilwoman Jan Quillman, 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:
Jim Roolf spoke in favor of Council Memos #235-22: Professional Engineering Services Contract for Phase II Engineering for the Chicago Street (Jefferson Street - Webster Street) Streetscape Reconstruction Project and #236-22: Professional Engineering Services Contract for the Design of Joliet City Square (West of Chicago Street from Van Buren Street to Clinton Street) to Civiltech Engineering Inc. in an amount not to exceed $1,029,060.00.
APPOINTMENTS:
Reappointments to Joliet Committee and Commissions.
A motion was made by Councilwoman Sherri Reardon, seconded by Councilman Cesar Guerrero, to reappoint Quinn Adamowski, Eryn Blaser, Lori Carmine, Erick Deshaun Dorris, Eric Goder, Lauren Las, Crystal Malone, Brett Marcum, Megan Millen, Sue Regis, John Simpson, Jr., Peg (Marguerite) Stoiber, and Deborah Summers to Joliet Arts Commission.
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
Appointments to Joliet Committee and Commissions.
Giovanni Alvarado thanked the Mayor and Council for the opportunity to serve on the Arts Commission.
A motion was made by Councilwoman Jan Quillman, seconded by Councilman Cesar Guerrero, to appoint David Wheeler to Joliet Arts Commission replacing Valerie Devine and appoint Giovanni Alvarado to the Joliet Arts Commission.
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
Appointment to Joliet Committee and Commission
A motion was made by Councilwoman Quillman, seconded by Councilman Clement, to appoint Jason Heath to the Plan Commission replacing Frederick Moore.
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
COUNCIL COMMITTEE REPORTS:
Public Service
Councilman Hug gave an overview and explanation of the items discussed at the Monday, May 2, 2022 Public Service Committee Meeting.
Link:
https://joliet.granicus.com/player/clip/4284?view_id=6&redirect=true
Public Safety
Councilwoman Quillman gave an overview and explanation of the items discussed at the Tuesday, May 3, 2022 Public Safety Committee Meeting. In addition, Fire Chief Greg Blaskey briefly discussed the replacement of the Fire Department's turnout gear.
A brief discussion was held on utilizing COVID funding to purchase items used by first responders.
Link:
https://joliet.granicus.com/player/clip/4286?view_id=6&redirect=true
CONSENT AGENDA:
Approval of Minutes:
Pre-Council Meeting - April 18, 2022
Council Meeting - April 19, 2022
Regular Payroll for February 11 - February 24, 2022 - $3,587,635.73
Regular Payroll for February 25 - March 10, 2022 - $3,477,923.93
Award of Contract for Auditing Services for a Five-Year Period
Award of Contract for the Well 30D Rehabilitation Project to Great Lakes Water Resources Group in the amount of $245,960.00
Award of Contract for the Well Rock 1 Rehabilitation Project to Water Well Solutions Inc. in the amount of $267,233.00
Award of Contract for the Well 16D Rehabilitation Project to Water Well Solutions Inc. in the amount of $248,205.00
Award of Contract for the Eastside Wastewater Treatment Plant Dewatering Slab Project to D Construction in the amount of $64,900.00
Award of Contract to ESRI for Licensing Renewal and Services
Professional Engineering Services Contract for Phase II Engineering for the Chicago Street (Jefferson Street - Webster Street) Streetscape Reconstruction Project - Sect. 21-00545-00-PV to Civiltech Engineering Inc. in an amount not to exceed $553,268.00
Attachments: Approver Report
Professional Engineering Services Contract for the Design of Joliet City Square (West of Chicago Street from Van Buren Street to Clinton Street) to Civiltech Engineering Inc. in an amount not to exceed $1,029,060.00
Professional Services Agreement for Independent Review Firm for the Alternative Water Source Program with Burns & McDonnell Engineering Co. Inc. in the amount of $650,138.00
Professional Services Agreement for a Comprehensive Water and Sewer Rate Study update with Burns & McDonnell Engineering Co. Inc. in the amount of $138,592.00
Purchase three (3) vehicle mounted hydraulic valve turning machines for the Public Utilities Department from E.H. Wachs in the amount of $66,780.00
Authorization to Enter Into a Sole Source Agreement with Blue Line Professional Consultants, LLC
Amendment No. 1 to the Professional Services Agreement for Phase II Engineering Services for the Olympic Boulevard (Houbolt Road - Rock Run Creek) Roadway Extension and Improvements to Patrick Engineering, Inc. in an amount not to exceed $113,516.00
Amendment No. 1 to the Phase III Engineering Services for the Essington Road Bridge over Rock Run Creek
Improvement Project - MFT Sect. No. 16-00-489-00-BR to Hutchison Engineering, Inc. in the amount of ($45,570.37) and Payment Request No. 20 and Final in the amount of $2,870.18
Amendment No. 2 to the Phase III Engineering Services for the Caton Farm Road Bridge over the DuPage River Improvement Project - MFT Sect. No. 09-00425-00-BR to Willett, Hofmann & Associates, Inc. in the amount of ($11,774.22)
Amendment No. 2 to the Phase III Engineering Services for the Washington Street Bridge over Spring Creek Improvement Project - MFT Sect. No. 09-00426-00-BR to Willett Hofmann & Associates, Inc. in the amount of ($14,254.51)
Change Order No. 1 for the Construction of the Caton Farm Road Bridge Over the DuPage River Improvement Project - MFT Sect. No. 09-00425-00-BR to IDOT in the amount of ($17,923.88) and Payment Request No. 5 and Final in the amount of $83,249.77
Change Order No. 1 for the Construction of the Washington Street Bridge over Spring Creek Improvement Project - MFT Sect. No. 09-00426-00-BR to IDOT in the amount of ($42,198.29) and Payment Request No. 4 and Final in the amount of $87,418.38
A motion was made by Councilwoman Reardon, seconded by Councilwoman Quillman, to approve all said Consent Agenda Items.
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
LICENSES AND PERMIT APPLICATIONS:
PUBLIC HEARINGS:
ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS:
ORDINANCES:
Ordinances Associated with Joliet Logistics Park
Subdivision
Ordinance Approving the Re-Approval of the Preliminary Plat for Joliet Logistics Park Subdivision (P-8-21)
Ordinance Approving the Final Plat of Joliet Logistics Park Subdivision, Phase 2 (FP-6-21)
Ordinance Approving the Recording Plat of Joliet Logistics Park Subdivision, Phase 2 (RP-10-21)
Resolution Approving the Execution of a Development Agreement with Route 53 Land LLC
Councilman Hug thanked Chris Regis, Deputy Corporation Counsel, for his work on this agreement.
A motion was made by Councilman Larry E. Hug, seconded by Councilman Joe Clement, to adopt COUNCIL MEMO #247-22: Ordinances Associated with Joliet Logistics Park Subdivision
Ordinance Approving the Re-Approval of the Preliminary Plat for Joliet Logistics Park Subdivision (P-8-21)
(ORDINANCE NO. 18340)
Ordinance Approving the Final Plat of Joliet Logistics Park Subdivision, Phase 2 (FP-6-21)
(ORDINANCE NO. 18341)
Ordinance Approving the Recording Plat of Joliet Logistics Park Subdivision, Phase 2 (RP-10-21)
(ORDINANCE NO. 18342)
Resolution Approving the Execution of a Development Agreement with Route 53 Land LLC.
(RESOLUTION NO. 7767)
The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: Councilman Joe Clement, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilman Terry Morris, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Quillman and Councilwoman Sherri Reardon
Nay: Councilwoman Bettye Gavin and Councilman Cesar Guerrero
Abstain: Mayor Robert O'Dekirk
RESOLUTIONS:
Resolution appropriating Rebuild Illinois Bond Funds for the Phase II Professional Engineering Services Contract for the Chicago Street (Jefferson Street -Webster Street) Streetscape Reconstruction Project - Sect. No. 21-00545-00-PV in the amount of $397,988.00
A motion was made by Councilwoman Sherri Reardon, seconded by Councilman Joe Clement, to adopt COUNCIL MEMO #248-22: Resolution appropriating Rebuild Illinois Bond Funds for the Phase II Professional Engineering Services Contract for the Chicago Street (Jefferson Street -Webster Street) Streetscape Reconstruction Project - Sect. No. 21-00545-00-PV in the amount of $397,988.00. (RESOLUTION NO. 7768)
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
Resolution Approving Amendment No. 1 to the Agreement Between the City of Joliet and the Forest Preserve District of Will County for services related to the Hollywood Road / Houbolt Road (I-80 - US Route 6) Interchange Modifications and Roadway Reconstruction Project
A motion was made by Councilman Larry E. Hug, seconded by Councilman Cesar Guerrero, to adopt COUNCIL MEMO #249-22: Resolution Approving Amendment No. 1 to the Agreement Between the City of Joliet and the Forest Preserve District of Will County for services related to the Hollywood Road / Houbolt Road (I-80 - US Route 6) Interchange Modifications and Roadway Reconstruction Project. (RESOLUTION NO. 7769)
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
CITY MANAGER:
The City Manager discussed a health survey being administered by the National Center for Health Statistics as part of the Center for Disease Control (CDC) in Kendall County from June 3rd through August 17th.
NEW BUSINESS (Not for Final Action or Recommendation):
Councilman Clement spoke regarding a phone call he received from the Cathedral Area Preservation (CAPA) president concerning the city's comprehensive plan. A brief discussion was held regarding the plan.
Councilman Mudron thanked the City Manager concerning the comprehensive plan as he had also received a call from the CAPA president.
Mayor O'Dekirk highlighted an event "I Remember the Boston Store" at the Joliet Historic Museum on May 15, 2022 from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
PUBLIC COMMENTS:
Megan Cooper spoke regarding a stop work order for the proposed project at 400 Manhattan Road.
A resident spoke regarding sidewalk repair at 513 E. Jackson Street and a request for a traffic signal at this intersection of Jackson Street and Youngs Avenue. A brief discussion was held concerning issues at said intersection.
MAYOR AND COUNCIL COMMENTS:
Councilman Clement thanked Greg Ruddy for addressing issues on Demmond Street.
Councilman Guerrero marked his one year anniversary as Councilman and thanked those for supporting him during his first year.
Councilman Hug congratulated Councilman Guerrero. He also congratulated the local graduates, including his daughter who is graduating from the University of St. Francis.
Councilman Morris wished his mother, wife and all mothers a Happy Mother's Day. Councilman Mudron wished all mothers a Happy Mother's Day.
Councilwoman Quillman highlighted a Ramadon Iftar Dinner and tree planting at Thomas Jefferson School. She also wished all the mothers and others who act as mothers a Happy Mother's Day.
Councilwoman Reardon highlighted a cinco de mayo event at the Joliet Historical Museum.
Mayor O'Dekirk highlighted a ribbon cutting at Ohio Banquets, Warren Sharpe Public Garden opening, Joliet Chamber Business After Hours and ribbon cutting at the new Family Innovative Research Center at Joliet Catholic High School, opening of new Blues Brother's exhibit at the Joliet Historical Museum and Arbor Day tree planting at Thomas Jefferson School. He wished his wife, mother, mother-in-law, Councilwoman, staff and all Joliet mothers a Happy Mother's Day.
CLOSED SESSION:
A motion was made by Councilman Guerrero, seconded by Councilwoman Quillman, 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:
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
ADJOURNMENT:
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