Will County Gazette

Village of Romeoville Village Board met June 26.

Here are the minutes provided by the board:

1. CALL TO ORDER

Roll Call

Present 5 - Trustee Dave Richards, Trustee Brian A. Clancy Sr., Mayor John Noak, Trustee Lourdes Aguirre, and Trustee Linda Palmiter

Absent 2 - Trustee Jose Chavez, and Trustee Ken Griffin

2. POSTING OF COLORS, PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

3. PUBLIC COMMENT

None

4. PRESENTATIONS

ORD24-1922 An Ordinance Approving an Annexation Agreement for Edward Rose Properties Incorporated

Rich Vogel, Village Attorney, explained that this proposed Annexation Agreement and Development Agreement would cover a portion of the Ward farm property on the corner of 135th and Weber. The proposal for the annexed property is for multifamily residential apartment complexes with a component dedicated for senior living facilities. Mr. Vogel explained the various amenities that will be located in the complex and development proposals for the site.

Mayor Noak explained that this has gone before Planning and Zoning and we had a Public Hearing at the last board meeting.

Trustee Richards commented that Planning and Zoning did not have issues with the project but wanted to ensure that it met all our design requirements, which it does.

ORD24-1924 An Ordinance to Establish the Grand Prairie Water Commission, Approve an Intergovernmental Agreement and a Water Supply Agreement,

Appoint Representatives to the Commission, and Authorize

Approval of Bylaws and a Program Management Agreement, and Other Related Matters

Rich Vogel and Village Manager, Dawn Caldwell, gave a brief presentation on the Grand Prairie Water Commission. This ordinance officially establishes the commission, approves the intergovernmental agreement and water supply agreement, appoints representatives to the commission and authorizes approval of the bylaws and other related matters.

Mrs. Caldwell recognized the efforts of all communities involved. She thanked the team from Romeoville for their amazing job. Congratulations to everyone for getting this accomplished.

Mayor Noak thanked everyone who was involved and the quality of work that has come out of it.

Trustee Richards thanked everyone for the effort they put in. Trustee Richards highlighted a few things that was mentioned during the presentation.

RES24-3834 A Resolution Waiving the Bidding Requirement and Authorizing the Purchase of a Pierce Velocity HDR Walk-in Heavy Rescue Squad from MacQueen Equipment LLC

Fire Chief, Kent Adams, explained that this truck purchase would be to replace a fire engine that was purchased in 2006. This truck will hold most of the equipment that will not fit into a fire apparatus as it does not have ladders or hoses. The vehicle will not arrive for four years but we are locking in the price now.

RES24-3837 A Resolution Approving a Facility Use Agreement with 3 Step Sports, LLC, a limited liability company

Removed from the agenda and from consideration.

RES24-3839 A Resolution to Approve a Proposal from Wight & Company for Schematic Design Through Construction Administration Professional Services for a New Concession Building at Village Park

Kelly Rajzer, Parks and Recreation Director, explained that this proposal is for the conceptual and schematic design of a new concession building at Village Park.

RES24-3840 A Resolution to Approve a Proposal from Wight & Company for Schematic Design Through Construction Administration Professional Services for Playground Redevelopment at Hampton Park

Ms. Rajzer explained that Hampton Park is approaching 20 years old and has reached it useful life span. This proposal is only for the conceptual and schematic design of the playground redevelopment and will come back to the board once the design is completed.

RES24-3845 A Resolution Waiving the Bidding Requirements and Accepting the Proposal from Spiess Construction for the Emergency Replacement of the Storm Sewer at the intersection of McKool Ave and Gordon Ave

Chris Drey, Public Works Director, explained that this is an emergency repair for a storm sewer. The goal is to replace the 78 inch storm sewer currently in place. A visual was presented to show exact locations.

5. TO DO A CONSENT AGENDA

A motion was made by Trustee Palmiter, seconded by Trustee Aguirre, to do a consent agenda. The motion carried by the following vote:

Aye: 4 - Trustee Richards, Trustee Clancy, Trustee Aguirre, and Trustee Palmiter

Absent: 2 - Trustee Chavez, and Trustee Griffin

Non-voting: 1 - Mayor Noak

Approval of the Consent Agenda

A motion was made by Trustee Richards, seconded by Trustee Clancy, to approve the Consent Agenda. The motion carried by the following vote:

Aye: 4 - Trustee Richards, Trustee Clancy, Trustee Aguirre, and Trustee Palmiter

Absent: 2 - Trustee Chavez, and Trustee Griffin

Non-voting: 1 - Mayor Noak

MIN24-0981 Approval of Minutes- Workshop Meeting June 12, 2024

This Minutes Workshop was Approved.

MIN24-0982 Approval of Minutes- Regular Meeting June 12, 2024

This Minutes Regular was Approved.

24-3321 Approval of Bills- Schedule A

This Approval Of Bills was Approved.

24-3322 Approval of Bills- Schedule B

This Approval Of Bills was Approved.

24-3323 Approval of Bills- Schedule C

This Approval Of Bills was Approved.

24-3324 Approval of Bills- Schedule D

This Approval Of Bills was Approved.

ORD24-1923 An Ordinance Amending Chapter 112 (Alcoholic Beverages) of the Village of Romeoville Code of Ordinances

This Ordinance was Approved.

RES24-3806 A Resolution Approving a Plat of Easement for PDC Chicago LPIV, LLC (Panattoni at Lewis Airport)

This Resolution was Approved.

RES24-3818 A Resolution Approving Plats of Easement for Kiddie Academy at 1311 W. Airport Rd.

This Resolution was Approved.

RES24-3833 A Resolution Approving a Plat of Easement for Fields Auto Group (Mercedes-Benz of Romeoville)

This Resolution was Approved.

RES24-3836 A Resolution Approving an Agreement with Meirtran, Inc.

(Romeoville Athletic and Event Center—ATM)

This Resolution was Approved.

RES24-3838 A Resolution Accepting the Public Improvements of Freddy’s Restaurant Romeoville, Illinois

This Resolution was Approved.

RES24-3841 A Resolution Accepting the Public Improvements for Lewis Airport South Development East Building Romeoville, Illinois

This Resolution was Approved.

RES24-3842 A Resolution Awarding the Contract for the 2024 Roadway Crack Sealing Program

This Resolution was Approved.

RES24-3843 A Resolution Approving a Task Order from Robinson Engineering, Ltd. to Provide Engineering Assistance to Staff Regarding Manhole Inspections and Program Management

This Resolution was Approved.

RES24-3844 A Resolution Approving a Task Order from Robinson Engineering, Ltd. to Provide Engineering Assistance to Staff Regarding Smoke Testing and Program Management

This Resolution was Approved.

RES24-3846 A Resolution to Approve the Professional Services from V3 Construction Group for the Ecological Management, Monitoring and Reporting

This Resolution was Approved.

RES24-3847 A Resolution Waiving the Bidding Requirements and Accepting the Proposal to Enter into a Contract with Bachman Commercial for the Purchase of three 2024 Chevrolet Tahoe PPVs

This Resolution was Approved.

RES24-3848 A Resolution Declaring Surplus Property and Authorizing the Disposition of Surplus Property

This Resolution was Approved.

6. MAYOR'S REPORT

Mayor Noak gave a brief description of the events that he was a part of the last few week such as the Workforce Kiosk at the Rec Center, Pollinator Party, reading at our newest Free Little Library, Romeoville Chamber's Manufacturers Alliance meeting, and many others. The three consecutive fireworks show will be July 3rd in town.

24-3320 A Proclamation Declaring Lightning Safety Awareness Week in the Village of Romeoville

A motion was made by Trustee Aguirre, seconded by Trustee Clancy, that this Proclamation be Accepted. The motion carried by a unanimous vote.

7. CLERK'S REPORT

Dr. Bernice Holloway, Village Clerk, thanked the Romeoville team who worked on the Grand Prairie Water Commission. The Valley View Educational Enrichment Foundation had their last meeting for this school year last Thursday. Plans are already underway for the dinner and golf outing for next year.

8. VILLAGE MANAGER'S REPORT

Mrs. Caldwell encouraged people to follow our chamber to keep up to date with what they are doing in the community and for our businesses. Great progress is being made to ensure a new landscape plan for Heidelberg is underway.

9. NEW BUSINESS

ORD24-1922 An Ordinance Approving an Annexation Agreement for Edward Rose Properties Incorporated

A motion was made by Trustee Richards, seconded by Trustee Palmiter, that this

Ordinance be Approved. The motion carried by the following vote:

Aye: 5- Trustee Richards, Trustee Clancy, Mayor Noak, Trustee Aguirre, and Trustee Palmiter

Absent: 2 - Trustee Chavez, and Trustee Griffin

ORD24-1924 An Ordinance to Establish the Grand Prairie Water Commission, Approve an Intergovernmental Agreement and a Water Supply Agreement,

Appoint Representatives to the Commission, and Authorize Approval of Bylaws and a Program Management Agreement, and Other Related Matters

A motion was made by Trustee Palmiter, seconded by Trustee Clancy, that this Ordinance be Approved. The motion carried by the following vote:

Aye: 4 - Trustee Richards, Trustee Clancy, Trustee Aguirre, and Trustee Palmiter

Absent: 2 - Trustee Chavez, and Trustee Griffin

Non-voting: 1 - Mayor Noak

RES24-3834 A Resolution Waiving the Bidding Requirement and Authorizing the Purchase of a Pierce Velocity HDR Walk-in Heavy Rescue Squad from MacQueen Equipment LLC

A motion was made by Trustee Clancy, seconded by Trustee Richards, that this Resolution be Approved. The motion carried by the following vote:

Aye: 4 - Trustee Richards, Trustee Clancy, Trustee Aguirre, and Trustee Palmiter

Absent: 2 - Trustee Chavez, and Trustee Griffin

Non-voting: 1 - Mayor Noak

RES24-3837 A Resolution Approving a Facility Use Agreement with 3 Step Sports, LLC, a limited liability company

This Resolution was Removed From Consideration.

RES24-3839 A Resolution to Approve a Proposal from Wight & Company for Schematic Design Through Construction Administration Professional Services for a New Concession Building at Village Park

A motion was made by Trustee Palmiter, seconded by Trustee Aguirre, that this Resolution be Approved. The motion carried by the following vote:

Aye: 4 - Trustee Richards, Trustee Clancy, Trustee Aguirre, and Trustee Palmiter

Absent: 2 - Trustee Chavez, and Trustee Griffin

Non-voting: 1 - Mayor Noak

RES24-3840 A Resolution to Approve a Proposal from Wight & Company for Schematic Design Through Construction Administration Professional Services for Playground Redevelopment at Hampton Park

A motion was made by Trustee Palmiter, seconded by Trustee Richards, that this Resolution be Approved. The motion carried by the following vote:

Aye: 4 - Trustee Richards, Trustee Clancy, Trustee Aguirre, and Trustee Palmiter

Absent: 2 - Trustee Chavez, and Trustee Griffin

Non-voting: 1 - Mayor Noak

RES24-3845 A Resolution Waiving the Bidding Requirements and Accepting the Proposal from Spiess Construction for the Emergency Replacement of the Storm Sewer at the intersection of McKool

Ave and Gordon Ave

A motion was made by Trustee Aguirre, seconded by Trustee Richards, that this Resolution be Approved. The motion carried by the following vote:

Aye: 4 - Trustee Richards, Trustee Clancy, Trustee Aguirre, and Trustee Palmiter

Absent: 2 - Trustee Chavez, and Trustee Griffin

Non-voting: 1 - Mayor Noak

10. BOARD COMMENTS (including Commission, Committee, Liaison Reports)

Trustee Palmiter- Thank you to all the staff involved in the water project.

Please have a safe and happy 3rd and 4th of July.

Trustee Clancy- Thank you to everyone who have put in time for the water commission. The three locations of the fireworks are Lukancic School, Volunteer Park, and Discovery Park. Linda, thank you for 46 years of marriage.

Trustee Richards- Planning and Zoning has a meeting on July 9th. Glad to see Edward Rose moving forward. Tomorrow night is Rockin the Ville with a good band. Be care and enjoy your holiday.

Trustee Aguirre- The next Fire and Police Commission meeting is July 9th.

The next Conservation and Sustainability Committee meeting is July 10th.

Congratulations to staff on the water commission. Happy Fourth of July!

TO ENTER INTO EXECUTIVE SESSION

A motion was made by Trustee Richards, seconded by Trustee Aguirre, that this

Executive Session be Opened at 7:06 PM. The motion carried by a unanimous vote.

11. EXECUTIVE SESSION: Personnel- 5 ILCS 120/2(c)(1), Land Acquistion- 5 ILCS 120/2(c)(6), Pending or Threatened Litigation- 5 ILCS 120/2(c)(11)

TO CLOSE EXECUTIVE SESSION

A motion was made by Trustee Clancy, seconded by Trustee Richards, that this Executive Session be Closed at 7:14 PM. The motion carried by a unanimous vote.

12. ADJOURNMENT

A motion was made by Trustee Richards, seconded by Trustee Aguirre, that this Meeting be Adjourned at 7:14 PM. The motion carried by a unanimous vote.

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