Committee of the Whole
Regular MeetingAurora, IL · June 5, 2018
Minutes
City Hall - 5th Floor
City of Aurora Conference Room B
44 East Downer Place
Aurora, IL
Committee of the Whole
Meeting Minutes - Final
Tuesday
June 05, 2018
5:00 PM
ROLL CALL
Mayor Irvin called the Committee of the Whole to order at 5:06 P.M. and the
roll was called.
Present 12 - Alderman Kristina "Tina" Bohman, Alderman Juany Garza, Alderman Ted
Mesiacos, Alderman Bill Donnell, Alderman Carl Franco, Alderman Mike
Saville, Alderman Scheketa Hart-Burns , Alderman Rick Mervine, Alderman
Edward Bugg, Alderman Judd Lofchie, Alderman Sherman Jenkins, and
Mayor Richard Irvin
Absent 1 - Alderman Bob O'Connor
MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF TUESDAY, MAY 15, 2018 AND TUESDAY, MAY 29,
2018 SPECIAL COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE
18-0463 Approval of the Tuesday, May 15, 2018 Committee of the Whole
Meeting Minutes.
A motion was made by Alderman Hart-Burns , seconded by Alderman Garza,
that this agenda item be approved and filed. The motion carried by voice vote.
18-0476 Approval of the Tuesday, May 29, 2018 Special Committee of the Whole
Meeting Minutes.
A motion was made by Alderman Hart-Burns , seconded by Alderman Franco,
that this agenda item be approved and filed. The motion carried by voice vote
with abstentions from Aldermen Garza, Mesiacos, Donnell, Saville and
Hart-Burns.
PUBLIC COMMENT
The following members of the public were present and requested to address
members of the City Council:
Paul Greviskes spoke regarding his opposition to Item 18-0454.
Alex Finke spoke in support of item 18-0454.
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REPORT OF THE
PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
TO THE COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE
The Planning & Development Committee Met On Friday May 25, 2018 and Reviewed
the Following Items:
18-0217 An Ordinance Vacating a Portion of Dedicated Public Right of Way for
Dancer Drive and the adjacent City Easements, in Kane County, Aurora
Illinois
(PLACED ON CONSENT AGENDA)
Enactment No: O18-044
18-0219 A Resolution Approving a Revision to the Final Plat Consolidating Lots
11, 12, 13, and 14 of Podolsky Orchard 88, Phase 2 Subdivision, located
at 1998 Melissa Lane and 2706, 2717, 2718 Dancer Drive and
Establishing Lot 1 of Podolsky Orchard 88, Phase 2 Resubdivision
(PLACED ON CONSENT AGENDA)
Enactment No: R18-136
18-0220 An Ordinance Establishing a Special Use Planned Development and
Approving the Missner Development Plan Description for the property
located at 1998 Melissa Lane and 2706, 2717, 2718 Dancer Drive
(PLACED ON CONSENT AGENDA)
Enactment No: O18-045
18-0221 A Resolution Approving a Final Plan on Lot 1 of Podolsky Orchard 88
Phase 2 Resubdivision located at 1998 Melissa Lane and 2706, 2717,
2718 Dancer Drive
(PLACED ON CONSENT AGENDA)
Enactment No: R18-137
18-0437 A Resolution Authorizing the Execution of a Roadway Agreement
regarding the roadway improvement to the intersection of Sullivan and
Deerpath Road in Kane County, Aurora, Illinois, 60506
(PLACED ON CONSENT AGENDA)
Enactment No: R18-141
18-0335 An Ordinance Granting a Special Use Permit for an Internet Auto Sales
(2814) Use on the Property located at 1175 South Frontenac Street
(PLACED ON CONSENT AGENDA)
Enactment No: O18-046
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Planning & Development Committee Resolution
18-0316 A Planning and Development Committee Resolution Approving a
Revision to the Final Plat subdividing Lot 6 of Diehl Industrial Park
Assessment Plat No. 2 located at 245 N Eola Road, and establishing
Lots 1 and 2 of Scientel Solutions Subdivision
This P&D Resolution was finalized (appealable)
Enactment No: PDFNL18-010
18-0317 A Planning and Development Committee Resolution Approving a Final
Plan on Lot 2 of Scientel Solutions Subdivision located at 245 N. Eola
Road being east of N. Eola Road and south of Diehl Road
This P&D Resolution was finalized (appealable)
Enactment No: PDFNL18-011
18-0340 A Planning and Development Committee Resolution Approving a Final
Plan on Lot 11 of Savannah Crossing Subdivision located at 1378
Butterfield Road being north of Butterfield Road and east of Church Road
for a Restaurant with a drive-through facility (2530) use
This P&D Resolution was finalized (appealable)
Enactment No: PDFNL18-012
The Planning & Development Committee held a Special meeting On Thursday May 31,
2018 and Reviewed the Following Items:
18-0454 An Ordinance adopting the 2015 International Property Maintenance
Code with local amendments and modifications of Rental Housing
standards, plus enumeration of nuisances .
John Curley, Chief Development Officer spoke regarding the item and the changes that
have been made since the Planning and Development Committee Meeting. Officer
Archer addressed questions.
(PLACED ON UNFINISHED BUSINESS)
Enactment No: O18-049
REPORT OF THE
FINANCE COMMITTEE
TO THE COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE
The Finance Committee Met On May 22, 2018 and Reviewed the Following Items:
18-0096 A Resolution requesting an annual subscription for Executive Programs
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Member Basic Service from Gartner, Inc. of 56 Top Gallant Road,
Stamford, CT 06904 in the amount of $55,900.
Mike Pegues, Chief Information Officer, was present to answer questions.
(PLACED ON UNFINISHED BUSINESS)
Enactment No: R18-143
18-0268 A Resolution authorizing the annual renewal of required software for the
City of Aurora Information Technology Division under the National
Intergovernmental Purchasing Alliance (IPA) Technology Solutions
contract (130733) from CDW Government, Vernon Hills, Illinois for the
total amount of $129,837.84.
Mike Pegues, Chief Information Officer and Marty Lyons, Chief Financial Officer,
answered questions regarding the item.
(PLACED ON UNFINISHED BUSINESS)
Enactment No: R18-142
18-0392 A Resolution to purchase one (1) E-One 1500 gallon per minute fire
engine from Fire Service Inc. of St. John, Indiana, for $513,051.
(PLACED ON CONSENT AGENDA)
Enactment No: R18-138
18-0415 A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to accept a grant and execute the
Program Funding Agreement in the amount of $250,000 from the Illinois
Housing Development Authority’s Abandoned Residential Property
Municipal Relief Program .
(PLACED ON CONSENT AGENDA)
Enactment No: R18-131
18-0419 A Resolution authorizing the purchase of installing a backup emergency
generator, transfer switch and required wiring at fire station 10, from
Frank Marshal Electric Inc. of Aurora, IL. In the amount of $94,190.00 the
Aurora Fire Department.
(PLACED ON CONSENT AGENDA)
Enactment No: R18-139
18-0435 A Resolution authorizing the funds to update/retro fit the 2002 Aurora
Command Post vehicle.
(PLACED ON CONSENT AGENDA)
Enactment No: R18-140
18-0450 An Ordinance amending Chapter 2 ("Administration"), Article V
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("Finances") of the City of Aurora Municipal Code by adding a new
Division 5 ("Local Preference in Bidding for City Contracts").
Adrienne Holloway, Chief Innovation Officer, and Marty Lyons, Chief Financial Officer
and Jolene Coulter, Purchasing Director spoke regarding the item.
This Resolution was (HELD)
REPORT OF THE
GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS COMMITTEE
TO THE COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE
The Government Operations Committee Met On May 22, 2018 and Reviewed the
Following Items:
18-0447 An Ordinance Amending Chapter 27 of the City of Aurora Code of
Ordinances Entitled "Motor Vehicles and Traffic" .
Marissa Spencer, Assistant Corporation Counsel, and Commander Cross spoke
regarding the item.
(PLACED ON CONSENT)
Enactment No: O18-048
18-0452 An Ordinance Amending Chapter 8 of the Aurora Code of Ordinances
Entitled "Amusements."
Marissa Spencer, Assistant Corporation Counsel spoke regarding the item.
(PLACED ON CONSENT AGENDA)
Enactment No: O18-047
18-0423 Tag Day Event: Roosevelt-Aurora American Legion Post #84 Poppy
Days for May 24, 25 & 26, 2018 at selected stores (e.g. grocery);
businesses (e.g. banks); and train stations (e.g. Broadway & Route 59)
(INFORMATION ONLY)
18-0441 A Parking Study for Albany Court. Ward 9, Alderman Bugg.
(INFORMATION ONLY)
18-0444 A Traffic Study for Havenshire Road and Colchester Lane/Briarheath
Drive, Havenshire Road and Colchester Lane/Kingsley Lane. Ward 1,
Alderman Bohman.
Returned to Government Operations Committee.
18-0451 An Ordinance Amending Chapter 29 of the City of Aurora Code of
Ordinances Entitled "Offenses - Miscellaneous"
Marissa Spencer, Assistant Corporation Counsel, Lt. Ahlgren, Cmdr. Cross, and Alex
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Voigt, Assistant Chief of Staff addressed questions regarding the proposed Ordinance.
This Ordinance was returned to the Government Operations Committee.
18-0453 Charitable Solicitation Campaign Application for the Springbrook Church
and Red Cross placing door hangers and yard signs Saturday, June 2,
2018
This Event was (INFORMATION ONLY)
The Mayor requested the meeting go into a five minute recess. Without
opposition the meeting entered into a recess at 7:16 P.M. and reconvened at
7:23 P.M.
REPORT OF THE
BUILDINGS, GROUNDS & INFRASTRUCTURE COMMITTEE
TO THE COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE
The Building, Grounds & Infrastructure Committee Meeting for Monday, May 21,
2018 was canceled.
There was no report because the meeting had been canceled.
MAYOR’S REPORT
The Mayor congratulated the efforts of the Aurora Veterans Advisory Council's
Vet's Week this past week. He also spoke of the "Girls Run the World" 5K
event that was hosted by Aurora Police Officer Skyy Calice this past Saturday.
He also announced that the Aurora Farmer's Market begins this Saturday.
MAYORS APPOINTMENTS
18-0482 A Resolution Appointing Marisela Fonseca and Melissa Sosa to the
Aurora Hispanic Heritage Advisory Board.
This Resolution was referred to the City Council
Enactment No: R18-132
18-0483 A Resolution Appointing Justyn Arnold and Seth Hoffman to the Aurora
Preservation Commission.
This Resolution was referred to the City Council
Enactment No: R18-133
18-0484 A Resolution Appointing Catherine Steig to the Aurora Public Art
Commission.
This Resolution was referred to the City Council
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Enactment No: R18-134
18-0485 A Resolution Appointing Sherrill Dodson-Lewis to the Aurora Housing
Authority Board.
This Resolution was referred to the City Council
Enactment No: R18-135
ALDERMAN'S CORNER
Alderman Franco spoke regarding the activities and events in Ward 5.
CLOSED SESSION
A motion was made by Alderman Hart-Burns, seconded by Alderman Bohman,
to move into Closed Session under Section 2 (c)(1) of the Open Meetings Act for
the purpose of discussing matters relating to the appointment, employment,
compensation, discipline, perfomrance, or dismissal of specific employees of
the public body and Section 2(c)(5) for the discussion of the purchase or lease
of real property for the use of the public body, including meetins held for the
purpose of discussin whether a particular parcel should be acquired. The
motion carried.
Aye: 11 - Alderman Bohman, Alderman Garza, Alderman Mesiacos, Alderman
Donnell, Alderman Franco, Alderman Saville, Alderman Hart-Burns,
Alderman Mervine, Alderman Bugg, Alderman Lofchie and Alderman
Jenkins
ADJOURN
A motion was made by Alderman Hart-Burns , seconded by Alderman
Bohman,to adjourn this meeting at the conclusion of the Closed Session. The
motion carried by voice vote. The open portion of the meeting ended at 7:35
P.M. The closed portion of the meeting began at 7:36 P.M. and concluded at
8:03 P.M.
Submitted by: _______________________________________________
Wendy McCambridge, City Clerk
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Agenda
City Hall - 5th Floor Conference
City of Aurora Room B
44 East Downer Place
Aurora, IL
Committee of the Whole
Agenda - Final
Tuesday
June 05, 2018
5:00 PM
ROLL CALL
MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF TUESDAY, MAY 15, 2018 AND TUESDAY, MAY 29,
2018 SPECIAL COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE
18-0463 Approval of the Tuesday, May 15, 2018 Committee of the Whole Meeting Minutes .
18-0476 Approval of the Tuesday, May 29, 2018 Special Committee of the Whole Meeting
Minutes.
PUBLIC COMMENT
REPORT OF THE
PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
TO THE COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE
The Planning & Development Committee Met On Friday May 25, 2018 and Reviewed
the Following Items:
18-0217 An Ordinance Vacating a Portion of Dedicated Public Right of Way for Dancer
Drive and the adjacent City Easements, in Kane County, Aurora Illinois
COMMITTEE RECOMMENDED: APPROVAL 3-0
18-0219 A Resolution Approving a Revision to the Final Plat Consolidating Lots 11, 12, 13,
and 14 of Podolsky Orchard 88, Phase 2 Subdivision, located at 1998 Melissa
Lane and 2706, 2717, 2718 Dancer Drive and Establishing Lot 1 of Podolsky
Orchard 88, Phase 2 Resubdivision
COMMITTEE RECOMMENDED: APPROVAL 3-0
18-0220 An Ordinance Establishing a Special Use Planned Development and Approving
the Missner Development Plan Description for the property located at 1998
Melissa Lane and 2706, 2717, 2718 Dancer Drive
COMMITTEE RECOMMENDED: APPROVAL 3-0
18-0221 A Resolution Approving a Final Plan on Lot 1 of Podolsky Orchard 88 Phase 2
Resubdivision located at 1998 Melissa Lane and 2706, 2717, 2718 Dancer Drive
COMMITTEE RECOMMENDED: APPROVAL 3-0
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18-0437 A Resolution Authorizing the Execution of a Roadway Agreement regarding the
roadway improvement to the intersection of Sullivan and Deerpath Road in Kane
County, Aurora, Illinois, 60506
COMMITTEE RECOMMENDED: APPROVAL 3-0
18-0335 An Ordinance Granting a Special Use Permit for an Internet Auto Sales (2814)
Use on the Property located at 1175 South Frontenac Street
COMMITTEE RECOMMENDED: APPROVAL 3-0
Planning & Development Committee Resolution
18-0316 A Planning and Development Committee Resolution Approving a Revision to the
Final Plat subdividing Lot 6 of Diehl Industrial Park Assessment Plat No. 2 located
at 245 N Eola Road, and establishing Lots 1 and 2 of Scientel Solutions
Subdivision
COMMITTEE RECOMMENDED: APPROVAL 3-0 (FINAL/APPEALABLE)
18-0317 A Planning and Development Committee Resolution Approving a Final Plan on Lot
2 of Scientel Solutions Subdivision located at 245 N. Eola Road being east of N.
Eola Road and south of Diehl Road
COMMITTEE RECOMMENDED: APPROVAL 3-0 (FINAL/APPEALABLE)
18-0340 A Planning and Development Committee Resolution Approving a Final Plan on Lot
11 of Savannah Crossing Subdivision located at 1378 Butterfield Road being
north of Butterfield Road and east of Church Road for a Restaurant with a
drive-through facility (2530) use
COMMITTEE RECOMMENDED: APPROVAL 3-0 (FINAL/APPEALABLE)
The Planning & Development Committee held a Special meeting On Thursday May 31,
2018 and Reviewed the Following Items:
18-0454 An Ordinance adopting the 2015 International Property Maintenance Code with
local amendments and modifications of Rental Housing standards, plus
enumeration of nuisances .
COMMITTEE RECOMMENDED: APPROVAL 3-0
REPORT OF THE
FINANCE COMMITTEE
TO THE COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE
The Finance Committee Met On May 22, 2018 and Reviewed the Following Items:
18-0096 A Resolution requesting an annual subscription for Executive Programs Member
Basic Service from Gartner, Inc. of 56 Top Gallant Road, Stamford, CT 06904 in
the amount of $55,900.
COMMITTEE RECOMMENDED: APPROVAL 3-0
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18-0268 A Resolution authorizing the annual renewal of required software for the City of
Aurora Information Technology Division under the National Intergovernmental
Purchasing Alliance (IPA) Technology Solutions contract (130733) from CDW
Government, Vernon Hills, Illinois for the total amount of $129,837.84.
COMMITTEE RECOMMENDED: APPROVAL 3-0
18-0392 A Resolution to purchase one (1) E-One 1500 gallon per minute fire engine from
Fire Service Inc. of St. John, Indiana, for $513,051.
COMMITTEE RECOMMENDED: APPROVAL 3-0
18-0415 A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to accept a grant and execute the Program
Funding Agreement in the amount of $250,000 from the Illinois Housing
Development Authority’s Abandoned Residential Property Municipal Relief
Program.
COMMITTEE RECOMMENDED: APPROVAL 3-0
18-0419 A Resolution authorizing the purchase of installing a backup emergency generator,
transfer switch and required wiring at fire station 10, from Frank Marshal Electric
Inc. of Aurora, IL. In the amount of $94,190.00 the Aurora Fire Department .
COMMITTEE RECOMMENDED: APPROVAL 3-0
18-0435 A Resolution authorizing the funds to update/retro fit the 2002 Aurora Command
Post vehicle.
COMMITTEE RECOMMENDED: APPROVAL 3-0
18-0450 An Ordinance amending Chapter 2 ("Administration"), Article V ("Finances") of the
City of Aurora Municipal Code by adding a new Division 5 ("Local Preference in
Bidding for City Contracts").
COMMITTEE RECOMMENDED: APPROVAL 3-0
REPORT OF THE
GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS COMMITTEE
TO THE COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE
The Government Operations Committee Met On May 22, 2018 and Reviewed the
Following Items:
18-0447 An Ordinance Amending Chapter 27 of the City of Aurora Code of Ordinances
Entitled "Motor Vehicles and Traffic" .
COMMITTEE RECOMMENDED: APPROVAL 3-0
18-0452 An Ordinance Amending Chapter 8 of the Aurora Code of Ordinances Entitled
"Amusements."
COMMITTEE RECOMMENDED: APPROVAL 3-0
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18-0423 Tag Day Event: Roosevelt-Aurora American Legion Post #84 Poppy Days for May
24, 25 & 26, 2018 at selected stores (e.g. grocery); businesses (e.g. banks); and
train stations (e.g. Broadway & Route 59)
COMMITTEE RECOMMENDED: APPROVAL 3-0 (INFORMATION ONLY)
18-0441 A Parking Study for Albany Court. Ward 9, Alderman Bugg.
COMMITTEE RECOMMENDED: APPROVAL 3-0 (INFORMATION ONLY)
18-0444 A Traffic Study for Havenshire Road and Colchester Lane/Briarheath Drive,
Havenshire Road and Colchester Lane/Kingsley Lane. Ward 1, Alderman
Bohman.
COMMITTEE RECOMMENDED: APPROVAL 3-0 (INFORMATION ONLY)
18-0451 An Ordinance Amending Chapter 29 of the City of Aurora Code of Ordinances
Entitled "Offenses - Miscellaneous"
FORWARD WITH NO RECOMMENDATIONS
18-0453 Charitable Solicitation Campaign Application for the Springbrook Church and Red
Cross placing door hangers and yard signs Saturday, June 2, 2018
COMMITTEE RECOMMENDED: APPROVAL 3-0 (INFORMATION ONLY)
REPORT OF THE
BUILDINGS, GROUNDS & INFRASTRUCTURE COMMITTEE
TO THE COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE
The Building, Grounds & Infrastructure Committee Meeting for Monday, May 21,
2018 was canceled.
MAYOR’S REPORT
MAYORS APPOINTMENTS
18-0482 A Resolution Appointing Marisela Fonseca and Melissa Sosa to the Aurora
Hispanic Heritage Advisory Board.
18-0483 A Resolution Appointing Justyn Arnold and Seth Hoffman to the Aurora
Preservation Commission.
18-0484 A Resolution Appointing Catherine Steig to the Aurora Public Art Commission .
18-0485 A Resolution Appointing Sherrill Dodson-Lewis to the Aurora Housing Authority
Board.
ALDERMAN'S CORNER
CLOSED SESSION
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ADJOURN
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