Will County Gazette

Village of Romeoville Village Board met Jan. 17.

Here are the minutes provided by the board:

1. CALL TO ORDER-Roll Call

Present 6 - Trustee Jose Chavez, Trustee Dave Richards, Trustee Brian A. Clancy Sr., Mayor John Noak, Trustee Linda Palmiter, and Trustee Lourdes Aguirre

Absent 1 - Trustee Ken Griffin

2. POSTING OF COLORS-PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

3. ITEMS FOR DISCUSSION

ORD24-1897 An Ordinance Amending Chapter 112.33, Classes of Licenses-Creating Class U License Classification

Sponsors: Dawn Caldwell

Village Manager, Dawn Caldwell, explained that the Village has received an application from Sable Creek Winery. They are finalizing details regarding building plans and working on financing, although assuring that the license is available assists them in their process. We expect this to be coming to the Board for final approval within the next month. The Village currently does not have a specific liquor license that would accommodate this type of use. The proposed license creates a Class U license classification to permit the operation of a winery producing wine on premises for on premises consumption as well as for sale for off premises consumption. Special events will be permitted both indoor and outdoor with time restrictions.

Mayor Noak commented that we are excited to have this business come to our community.

Trustee Chavez wished them luck.

Mrs. Caldwell commented that we may skip the concept plan process and go into final approval to expedite the process.

RES24-3735 A Resolution Approving an Agreement with Flock Group Inc for LPR Cameras

Sponsors: Brant Hromadka

Chief of Police, Brant Hromadka, explained that we are seeking approval for an agreement with Flock Group Inc. for license plate reading cameras.

This is a 5 year agreement with Flock and allows for the continued use of the 14 cameras currently installed along Village roadways. The cameras have proven to be a great investigative tool for our Detective Unit and have assisted surrounding communities. The program began in 2021 with the purchase of 10 cameras and has continued to grow. Chief explained that in 2024 under a separate agreement we will be seeking the installation of additional cameras including along our busiest corridor of Weber and I-55.

Mayor Noak commented that this is excellent technology.

Trustee Chavez explained that this is where the technology is for the benefit of our community.

Trustee Richards commented that this is true crime fighting technology.

RES24-3737 A Resolution Authorizing a Waiver of the Bidding Process and Authorizing a Purchase Agreement with Axon Enterprise, Inc.

(Vehicle Cameras; Software Licenses)

Sponsors: Brant Hromadka

Chief Hromadka explained that we are seeking to waive the bid process to authorize a purchase agreement with Axon Enterprise, Inc. for vehicle cameras. This is a 5-year renewal agreement that would provide an upgrade to the 36 vehicles in our current fleet. The vehicles would be upgraded to Axon Fleet 3 cameras which allow for clear panoramic recording capabilities with integrated 4k automatic license plate reading capabilities across 3 lanes. They can also be live-streamed to provide live maps of the vehicle location which allows for accountability and additional

Officer safety. This technology, paired with the previously mentioned Flock network cameras, will allow our agency to have the most dynamic network in place to identify and locate criminal offenders but also individuals that have been reported missing or endangered.

Mayor Noak applauded our Police Department on their innovation, community outreach and programs, and the holistic approach to helping families.

RES24-3731 A Resolution Waiving the Bidding Requirements and Accepting the Proposals from Metropolitan Industries for the Upgrade and Modernization of Six Sewage Lift Stations

Sponsors: Chris Drey

Public Works Director, Chris Drey, explained that we have 6 lift stations that we would like to upgrade such as Airport Road, Carillon, Anderson Drive, Lakewood Falls South, Wesglen/ Wespark, and Windham Lakes Business Park. The upgrades would include a thorough electrical overhaul, new operator interface screen and new PLC with the most current and standardized operating program.

Trustee Chavez explained that this is important and is similar to updating our laptops or electronics at home. This allows up to keep up with technology changes.

4. ADJOURNMENT

A motion was made by Trustee Clancy, seconded by Trustee Aguirre, that this Meeting be Adjourned at 6:20 PM. The motion carried by a unanimous vote.

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