City of Joliet City Council met Aug. 2.
Here are the minutes provided by the council:
INVOCATION:
Father Chris Groh, St. Mary Magdalene, 404 N. Hickory Street, gave the invocation.
PLEDGE TO THE FLAG:
ROLL CALL:
Present:
Mayor Robert O'Dekirk, Councilman Joe Clement, Councilman Cesar Guerrero, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilman Terry Morris, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Quillman and Councilwoman Sherri Reardon
Absent: Councilwoman Bettye Gavin
ALSO PRESENT: City Manager James V. Capparelli and Corporation Counsel Sabrina Spano.
MAYOR:
APPROVAL OF AGENDA:
A motion was made by Councilwoman Jan Quillman, seconded by Councilman Joe Clement, to approve the Agenda as written.
The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: Councilman Joe Clement, 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:
James Lanham spoke in favor of Council Memo #403-22: Ordinance Authorizing a Budget Amendment for the Purchase of 1000 N. Center Street.
Rita Renwick, Chair of the Tree Advisory Board, thanked Willie Jaeger for her 15 years of service on the board and discussed the Tree Advisory Board Nominee Jim Testin's credentials.
APPOINTMENTS:
Appointment to the Joliet Committee and Commissions
A motion was made by Councilwoman Sherri Reardon, seconded by
Councilwoman Jan Quillman, to appoint Jim Testin to the Tree Advisory Board replacing Willie Jaeger.
The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: Councilman Joe Clement, 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:
CTIS
Councilwoman Reardon gave an overview and explanation of the items discussed at the Wednesday, July 20, 2022 CTIS Committee Meeting.
Link: https://joliet.granicus.com/player/clip/4376?view_id=6&redirect=true
Public Safety
Councilwoman Quillman gave an overview and explanation of the items discussed at the Tuesday, August 2, 2022 Public Safety Committee Meeting.
Link: https://joliet.granicus.com/player/clip/4400?view_id=6&redirect=true
Public Service
Councilman Hug gave an overview and explanation of the items discussed at the Monday, August 1, 2022 Public Service Committee Meeting.
Angela Knight, Public Utilities Intern, gave a brief presentation on the Joliet Community Water Conservation Plan.
Councilman Guerrero briefly discussed the water conservation initiatives.
Link: https://joliet.granicus.com/player/clip/4396?view_id=6&redirect=true
CONSENT AGENDA:
Approval of Minutes:
Pre-Council Meeting - July 18, 2022
Position Vacancies 385-22
Award of Contract Renewal of the Community Notification System from 7/31/2022 - 7/30/2023 to Will County 9-1-1 System in the amount of $31,125.00
Award of Contract to Heartland Business Systems for VMware Licensing in the amount of $86,544.80
Professional Services Agreement for the 2022 Pre-Treatment Program Assistance to Baxter & Woodman Inc. in the amount of $110,000.00
Professional Services Agreement for the 2023 Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation Program to RJN Group Inc. in the amount of $74,990.00
Amendment No. 1 for the 2022 Sanitary Sewer Investigation and Rehabilitation Program Professional Service Agreement to RJN Group Inc. in the amount of $39,285.00
Change Order No. 2 in the amount of $35,825.97 for the 2020 Electrical Maintenance Assistance Contract to Van-Mack Electric Inc. and Payment Request No. 12 and Final in the amount of $70,032.93
Change Order No. 7 in the amount of ($699,403.03) and Final Payout in the amount of $765,710.58 for the 2020 Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation Program to Performance Pipelining Inc.
Change Order No. 1 in the amount of ($690.00) and Final Payout in the amount of $4,154.00 for the Fairmont and Garvin Sanitary Improvement Project to Performance
Construction and Engineering
Change Order No. 1 in the amount of $47,000 for Managed Print Services to Martin Whalen Office Solutions
Approve Payment of the 2022 Wastewater Discharge NPDES Permit Fees to the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency in the amount of $152,500.00
Consent Agenda Items Approved
A motion was made by Councilwoman Reardon, seconded by Councilman Clement, to approve all said Consent Agenda Items.
The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: Councilman Joe Clement, Councilman Cesar Guerrero, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilman Terry Morris, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Quillman and Councilwoman Sherri Reardon
Absent: Councilwoman Bettye Gavin
Abstain: Mayor Robert O'Dekirk
AGENDA ITEM:
Award of Contract for the 2022 Roadways Resurfacing East - Contract C to Austin Tyler Construction Inc. in the amount of $2,523,297.72
A motion was made by Councilman Cesar Guerrero, seconded by Councilman Larry E. Hug, to approve COUNCIL MEMO #397-22: Award of Contract for the 2022 Roadways Resurfacing East - Contract C to Austin Tyler Construction Inc. in the amount of $2,523,297.72.
The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: Councilman Joe Clement, 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
Award of Contract for the 2022 Roadways Resurfacing West - Contract D to Austin Tyler Construction in the amount of $2,480,853.73
A motion was made by Councilman Larry E. Hug, seconded by Councilman Joe Clement, to approve COUNCIL MEMO #398-22: Award of Contract for the 2022 Roadways Resurfacing West - Contract D to Austin Tyler Construction in the amount of $2,480,853.73.
The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: Councilman Joe Clement, 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
Award of Contract for the 2022 Roadway Arterial Resurfacing Contract - MFT Sect. No. 22-00552-00-RS to P.T. Ferro Construction Co. in the amount of $2,340,535.07
A motion was made by Councilwoman Sherri Reardon, seconded by
Councilman Cesar Guerrero, to approve COUNCIL MEMO #399-22: Award of Contract for the 2022 Roadway Arterial Resurfacing Contract - MFT Sect. No. 22-00552-00-RS to P.T. Ferro Construction Co. in the amount of $2,340,535.07.
The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: Councilman Joe Clement, 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 a Special Use Permit to Allow a B-3 (General Business) Use (Pole Vault Training Facility) in an I-2 (General Industrial) Zoning District (ZBA 2022-40)
A motion was made by Councilwoman Sherri Reardon, seconded by
Councilwoman Jan Quillman, to adopt COUNCIL MEMO #401-22: Ordinance Approving a Special Use Permit to Allow a B-3 (General Business) Use (Pole Vault Training Facility) in an I-2 (General Industrial) Zoning District (ZBA 2022-40). (ORDINANCE NO. 18382)
The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: Councilman Joe Clement, 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 Providing for the Issuance of not to Exceed $105,000,000 General Obligation Bonds, Series 2022 (Rock Run Crossings Project), of the City of Joliet, Will and Kendall Counties, Illinois, in One or More Series, and Providing for the Levy and Collection of a Direct Annual Tax Sufficient for the Payment of the Principal of and Interest of Said Bonds
At the request of Councilman Guerrero, James Ghedotte, Director of Finance, gave a brief explanation of the revenue stream implemented to pay back the General Obligation Bonds.
A motion was made by Councilman Pat Mudron, seconded by Councilwoman Jan Quillman, to adopt COUNCIL MEMO #402-22: Ordinance Providing for the Issuance of not to Exceed $105,000,000 General Obligation Bonds, Series 2022 (Rock Run Crossings Project), of the City of Joliet, Will and Kendall Counties, Illinois, in One or More Series, and Providing for the Levy and Collection of a Direct Annual Tax Sufficient for the Payment of the Principal of and Interest of Said Bonds. (ORDINANCE NO. 18383)
The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: Councilman Joe Clement, Councilman Cesar Guerrero, Councilman Terry Morris, Councilman Pat Mudron and Councilwoman Sherri Reardon
Nay: Councilman Larry E. Hug and Councilwoman Jan Quillman
Abstain: Mayor Robert O'Dekirk
Ordinance Authorizing a Budget Amendment for the Purchase of 1000 N. Center Street
A brief discussion was held concerning a state statue that could allow for a grandfathering clause to allow the sex offenders to reside in the property. Counsel informed Council there was no such clause.
A motion was made by Councilman Larry E. Hug, seconded by Councilman Cesar Guerrero, to adopt COUNCIL MEMO #403-22: Ordinance Authorizing a Budget Amendment for the Purchase of 1000 N. Center Street. (ORDINANCE NO. 18384)
The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: Councilman Joe Clement, 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
RESOLUTIONS:
Resolution Approving Dedication of a 0.18-Acre Portion of Spencer Road and a 0.85-Acre Portion of Spencer Road as Public Right of Way.
A motion was made by Councilman Cesar Guerrero, seconded by Councilman Joe Clement, to adopt COUNCIL MEMO #405-22: Resolution Approving Dedication of a 0.18-Acre Portion of Spencer Road and a 0.85-Acre Portion of Spencer Road as Public Right of Way. (RESOLUTION NO. 7788)
The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: Councilman Joe Clement, 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 Approval and Execution of a Real Estate Sales Agreement for the Purchase of Real Property (McDonough and Stryker Avenue)
A motion was made by Councilman Joe Clement, seconded by Councilman Larry E. Hug, to adopt COUNCIL MEMO #406-22: Resolution Authorizing Approval and Execution of a Real Estate Sales Agreement for the Purchase of Real Property (McDonough and Stryker Avenue). (RESOLUTION NO. 7789)
The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: Councilman Joe Clement, 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 Appropriating Motor Fuel Tax Funds for the 2022 Arterial Resurfacing Contract - MFT Sect. No. 22-00552-00-RS in the amount of $2,340,535.07
A motion was made by Councilman Larry E. Hug, seconded by Councilman Cesar Guerrero, to adopt COUNCIL MEMO #407-22: Resolution Appropriating Motor Fuel Tax Funds for the 2022 Arterial Resurfacing Contract - MFT Sect. No. 22-00552-00-RS in the amount of $2,340,535.07. (RESOLUTION NO. 7790)
The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: Councilman Joe Clement, 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 an Agreement for the Lease and Operation of Duly Health Care Field
Councilwoman Quillman congratulated John Wilson Vice President of Sales and Marketing of the Slammers on the birth of his new baby.
A motion was made by Councilman Cesar Guerrero, seconded by Councilman Joe Clement, to adopt COUNCIL MEMO #408-22: Resolution Authorizing the Execution of an Agreement for the Lease and Operation of Duly Health Care Field. (RESOLUTION NO. 7791)
The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: Councilman Joe Clement, 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):
In response to Councilman Clement's question, the City Manager briefly discussed a list of city-owned and staff working to divest these properties.
Councilman Guerrero briefly discussed property adjacent to the Canadian National Railroad requiring property maintenance.
A brief discussion was held concerning the divestment of Riverwalk Homes/Evergreen Terrace and the ballpark.
PUBLIC COMMENTS:
Robert Webb spoke regarding actions of public officials.
James Lanham thanked the Council for their vote on COUNCIL MEMO #403-22: Ordinance Authorizing a Budget Amendment for the Purchase of 1000 N. Center Street and discussed the need to remove sitting legislators for lack of activity on this item. In addition, he discussed the playground equipment at Cunningham School and overgrown weeds along the BNSF railway next to the ballpark.
Fred Hunsinger spoke regarding roadway resurfacing and assistance with picking up branches from private property.
Councilwoman Quillman left the meeting at 7:23 p.m. and reentered the meeting at 7:25 p.m.
MAYOR AND COUNCIL COMMENTS:
Councilwoman Quillman inquired about an item in the mail sent to all employees.
Mayor O'Dekirk highlighted a ribbon cuttings: Kay Brown Lux Boutique and apparel, 311 N. Reed, Big Brother Big Sisters at 14 Fairlane. He also highlighted the Hot Sauce Expo, Art Movement Annual Sculpture Reception, Tomczak Law Group grand opening, Including You Festival, Great American Big Wheel Race fundraiser, National Night Off Event.
CLOSED SESSION:
A motion was made by Councilman Guerrero, seconded by Councilman Clement, 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, Councilman Cesar Guerrero, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilman Terry Morris, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Quillman and Councilwoman Sherri Reardon
Absent: Councilwoman Bettye Gavin Abstain: Mayor Robert O'Dekirk
ADJOURNMENT:
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