City of Joliet City Council met July 19.
Here are the minutes provided by the council:
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.
MAYOR:
Proclamation honoring the 70th year of The Associated
Clubs of Will County
Attachments: 70th Year for Associated Clubs of Will County
Approver Report
Councilwoman Quillman read a Proclamation issued by Mayor O'Dekirk honoring the 70th year of The Associated Clubs of Will County.
Tony Arellano briefly explained the formation of The Associated Clubs of Will County and thanked the Mayor and Council for their recognition. Members of The Associated Clubs of Will County introduced themselves and their associated club.
Councilwoman Gavin thanked The Associated Club for their community support and their heart of service.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA:
A motion was made by Councilman Hug, seconded by Councilwoman Quillman, to approve the Agenda as written with the following changes: Remove the Minutes for the June 21, 2022 Minutes and Council Memo #374-22: Award of Contract for the Emergency Removal and Replacement of Existing HVAC Rooftop and Supply Air Systems at Joliet Police Department Headquarters at 150 W Washington Street to Anchor Mechanical Inc. in the amount of $613,961.50 from Consent Agenda and vote on them separately.
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:
Suzanna Ibarra spoke in opposition of Council Memo #380-22: Ordinance Amending Chapter 31 of the Code of Ordinances in Regards to Water & Sewer Rates - 2022.
Felix Ortiz spoke in opposition of Council Memo #380-22.
Stevie Guzman-Alipio spoke in opposition of Council Memo #380-22.
APPOINTMENTS:
A motion was made by Councilwoman Quillman, seconded by Councilman Clement, to reappoint Kathy Spieler and Glenda McCullum to the Joliet Housing Authority Board.
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:
A motion was made by Councilman Guerrero, seconded by Councilman Clement, to appoint Karen Ward to the Joliet Housing Authority Board replacing Yvonne White.
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:
Finance
Councilman Mudron gave an overview and explanation of the items discussed at the Tuesday, July 19, 2022 Finance Committee Meeting.
Rich Stokluska with Arthur Gallagher & Co. briefly explained the premium rate increases.
Link: https://joliet.granicus.com/player/clip/4373?view_id=6&redirect=true
Public Service
Councilman Hug gave an overview and explanation of the items discussed at the Monday, July 18, 2022 Public Service Committee Meeting.
Link: https://joliet.granicus.com/player/clip/4364?view_id=6&redirect=true
Stadium
Councilman Mudron gave an overview and explanation of the items discussed at the Thursday, July 14, 2022 Stadium Committee Meeting.
Brent Fraser briefly discussed the work being done at the baseball stadium. A brief discussion was held concerning the original stadium specs.
Link: https://joliet.granicus.com/player/clip/4395?view_id=6&redirect=true
CONSENT AGENDA:
Approval of Minutes:
Council Meeting - June 21, 2022
Council Meeting - July 5, 2022
Renewal of the Proposed Property and Casualty Coverages 369-22 Attachments: Approver Report
Renewal of the Proposed Workers’ Compensation Broker 370-22 Attachments: Approver Report
Award of Contract for the Authorization for Comprehensive Benefit Consulting/Broker Services to Gallagher Benefit Services in the amount of $76,000
Attachments: Approver Report
Award of Contract for the 2022 Sidewalk / Curb Replacement Project - East Area to Austin-Tyler Construction, Inc. in the amount of $347,350.05
Award of Contract for the 2022 Hickory-Spring Creek
Cleaning Project to Gregg W. Dobczyk Excavating in the amount of $88,000.00
Change Order No. 1 for the 2022 Municipal Parking Lot
Improvements (7196 Caton Farm Road / 1 South Des Plaines Street) to P.T. Ferro Construction Co. in the amount of $12,334.03 and Payment No. 2 and Final in the amount of $63,388.53
Consent Agenda Items Approved
A motion was made by Councilwoman Reardon, seconded by Councilwoman Quillman, to approve all said Consent Agenda Items; noting this approval included the July 5, 2022 Council Meeting Minutes only as the June 21, 2022 minutes were voted on separately.
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
Approval of Minutes:
Council Meeting - June 21, 2022
Council Meeting - July 5, 2022
A motion was made by Councilwoman Sherri Reardon, seconded by Councilman Joe Clement, to approve the minutes of the June 21, 2022 Council Meeting.
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 and Councilwoman Sherri Reardon
Abstain: Mayor Robert O'Dekirk and Councilwoman Jan Quillman
Award of Contract for the Emergency Removal and Replacement of Existing HVAC Rooftop and Supply Air Systems at Joliet Police Department Headquarters at 150 W Washington Street to Anchor Mechanical Inc. in the amount of $613,961.50
A brief discussion was held regarding current supply issues.
A motion was made by Councilman Larry E. Hug, seconded by Councilwoman Jan Quillman, to table COUNCIL MEMO #374-22: Award of Contract for the Emergency Removal and Replacement of Existing HVAC Rooftop and Supply Air Systems at Joliet Police Department Headquarters at 150 W Washington Street to Anchor Mechanical Inc. in the amount of $613,961.50.
The motion failed by the following vote:
Aye: Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilman Terry Morris and Councilwoman Jan Quillma
Nay: Councilman Joe Clement, Councilwoman Bettye Gavin, Councilman Cesar Guerrero, Councilman Pat Mudron and Councilwoman Sherri Reardon
Abstain: Mayor Robert O'Dekirk
A motion was made by Councilwoman Sherri Reardon, seconded by Councilman Cesar Guerrero, to approve COUNCIL MEMO #374-22: Award of Contract for the Emergency Removal and Replacement of Existing HVAC Rooftop and Supply Air Systems at Joliet Police Department Headquarters at 150 W Washington Street to Anchor Mechanical Inc. in the amount of $613,961.50.
The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: Councilman Joe Clement, Councilwoman Bettye Gavin, Councilman Cesar Guerrero, Councilman Pat Mudron and Councilwoman Sherri Reardon
Nay: Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilman Terry Morris and Councilwoman Jan Quillman
Abstain: Mayor Robert O'Dekirk
AGENDA ITEM:
2022 Deteriorated Roadway Resurfacing Program
Mayor O'Dekirk thanked staff for working to get more roadway repair projects completed this year.
A motion was made by Councilman Larry E. Hug, seconded by Councilwoman Jan Quillman, to approve COUNCIL MEMO #377-22: 2022 Deteriorated Roadway Resurfacing Program.
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
PUBLIC HEARINGS:
ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS:
ORDINANCES:
Ordinance Approving the Reclassification of 16.47 Acres located at 1750 W. Patterson Road from I-TC (Intermodal Terminal - Industrial Park) to I-TB (Intermodal Terminal - Transportation Equipment) Zoning (Z-5-22)
A motion was made by Councilwoman Sherri Reardon, seconded by Councilman Larry E. Hug, to adopt COUNCIL MEMO #379-22: Ordinance
Approving the Reclassification of 16.47 Acres located at 1750 W. Patterson Road from I-TC (Intermodal Terminal - Industrial Park) to I-TB (Intermodal Terminal - Transportation Equipment) Zoning (Z-5-22). (ORDINANCE NO. 18380)
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
Ordinance Amending Chapter 31 of the Code of Ordinances in Regards to Water & Sewer Rates - 2022
Allison Swisher, Director of Public Utilities, addressed water and sewer rate affordability issues, debut repayment responsibility, and the city's rate structure.
A brief discussion was held concerning when the city will not be able to meet the maximum demand for water working with surrounding communities to meet the water demand, water conservation and the city's new water customer portal.
A motion was made by Councilwoman Sherri Reardon, seconded by Councilman Cesar Guerrero, to adopt COUNCIL MEMO #380-22: Ordinance Amending Chapter 31 of the Code of Ordinances in Regards to Water & Sewer Rates - 2022. (ORDINANCE NO. 18381)
The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: Councilman Joe Clement, Councilwoman Bettye Gavin, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilman Terry Morris, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Quillman and Councilwoman Sherri Reardon
Nay: Councilman Cesar Guerrero
Abstain: Mayor Robert O'Dekirk
RESOLUTIONS:
Resolution Approving the CDBG FY 2022 Annual Action Plan to the 2020-2024 Consolidated Plan
Kristi McNicol explained CDBG (Community Development Block Grant).
A brief discussion was held to consider the possibility of utilizing CDBG funds for infrastructure. Additional discussion was held regarding funding for Flock cameras and the Snow removal program.
A motion was made by Councilman Cesar Guerrero, seconded by Councilman Joe Clement, to adopt COUNCIL MEMO #382-22: Resolution Approving the CDBG FY 2022 Annual Action Plan to the 2020-2024 Consolidated Plan. (RESOLUTION NO. 7785)
The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: Councilman Joe Clement, Councilwoman Bettye Gavin, Councilman Cesar Guerrero, Councilman Terry Morris, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Quillman and Councilwoman Sherri Reardo
Nay: Councilman Larry E. Hug
Abstain: Mayor Robert O'Dekirk
Resolution Approving a Memorandum of Understanding between Heritage Corridor Convention and Visitors Bureau and City of Joliet for Two Route 66 Shield Interactive Monuments
A brief discussion was held regarding the Route 66 monuments.
A motion was made by Councilwoman Sherri Reardon, seconded by Councilman Pat Mudron, to adopt COUNCIL MEMO #383-22: Resolution Approving a Memorandum of Understanding between Heritage Corridor
Convention and Visitors Bureau and City of Joliet for Two Route 66 Shield Interactive Monuments. (RESOLUTION NO. 7786)
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 Authorizing the Execution of a Memorandum of Understanding between the Heritage Corridor Convention & Visitors Bureau and the City of Joliet for Temporary Grant Funding
A motion was made by Councilwoman Sherri Reardon, seconded by
Councilman Cesar Guerrero, to adopt COUNCIL MEMO #384-22: Resolution Authorizing the Execution of a Memorandum of Understanding between the Heritage Corridor Convention & Visitors Bureau and the City of Joliet for Temporary Grant Funding. (RESOLUTION NO. 7787)
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:
No comments were made.
NEW BUSINESS (Not for Final Action or Recommendation):
Councilman Guerrero briefly discussed a social media post concerning a bobcat in the area and he advised residents to refrain from sharing the post due to the same picture appearing in other locations.
Mayor O'Dekirk discussed the need for a new source for water. He called for a moratorium on the additional gas tax in next year's budget.
He also discussed the property on Cora Street housing sex offenders. A brief discussion was held concerning a resolution to this problem.
PUBLIC COMMENTS:
Robert Webb spoke regarding civil rights and breach of public office.
Trista Brown, as part of the organization Speak Up, spoke concerning fentanyl poisoning and the need for an open door policy with the police department.
Commander Hawk with Royal Black Panther Party spoke regarding actions of the Mayor and Council.
John Sheridan spoke regarding actions of the Mayor and Council and was thankful for action being taken to address the sex offenders located on Cora Street.
MAYOR AND COUNCIL COMMENTS:
Councilwoman Gavin thanked the IT Department for their assistance and the Joliet Police Department for their involvement in the community with Police and Community Together (PACT) Camp.
Councilman Hug thanked Saul and Jenny Garcia for their work with JCTV.
Councilwoman Quillman concurred with Councilman Hug and also thanked Val Devine for her work at the Rialto Square Theatre and for moving to Joliet and becoming a part of the community.
Mayor O'Dekirk highlighted a ribbon cutting at El Vallartazo restaurant and the Thriveworks grand opening. He thanked Judge Kennedy for his work at the Courthouse.
CLOSED SESSION:
A motion was made by Councilman Guerrero, seconded by Councilman Clement, to enter into closed session to discuss personnel 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
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