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MINUTES COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING OF CITY COUNCIL CITY OF DEKALB June 23, 2014 The City Council of DeKalb, Illinois held a Committee of the Whole Meeting on Monday, June 23, 2014 in the City Council Chambers of the DeKalb Municipal Building, 200 South Fourth Street, DeKalb, Illinois. Mayor Rey called the meeting to order at 5:06 p.m. A. ROLL CALL: City Clerk Peerboom called the roll and the following members of City Council were present: Alderman David Jacobson (arrived at 5:14 p.m.), Alderman Bill Finucane, Alderman Kristen Lash, Alderman Bob Snow, Alderman Ronald Naylor, Alderman David Baker, Alderman Monica O’Leary and Mayor John Rey. Also present were: Anne Marie Gaura, City Manager; Rudy Espiritu, Assistant City Manager; Dean Frieders, City Attorney; Gene Lowery, Police Chief; Eric Hicks, Fire Chief; T.J. Moore, Public Works Director; John Laskowski, Assistant Director Public Works–Engineering/ Transportation; Derek Hiland, Principal Planner; Jeff Birtell, I&T Technician; Liz Peerboom, City Clerk; and Diane Wright, Deputy City Clerk. B. ITEMS ALSO ON THE REGULAR MEETING AGENDA: None. C. CONSIDERATIONS: 1) Approval to Hold a Closed Session to Discuss Personnel as Provided for in 5 ILCS 120/2(c)(1); Collective Bargaining 5 ILCS 120/2(c)(2); Purchase of Real Property 5 ILCS 120/2(c)(5); and Pending or Imminent Litigation 5 ILCS 120/2(c)(11). MOTION Ald. Finucane moved to hold a Closed Session to discuss Personnel as provided for in 5 ILCS 120/2(c)(1); Collective Bargaining 5 ILCS 120/2(c)(2); Purchase of Real Property 5 ILCS 120/2(c)(5); and Pending or Imminent Litigation 5 ILCS 120/2(c)(11); seconded by Ald. Naylor. Motion carried 7-0-1 on roll call vote. Aye: Finucane, Lash, Snow, Naylor, Baker, O’Leary, Rey. Absent: Jacobson. Mayor Rey declared the motion passed. Mayor Rey closed the meeting to the public at 5:07 p.m. Committee of the Whole Meeting June 23, 2014 Page 2 of 2 Ald. Jacobson arrived during the Closed Session portion of the meeting at 5:14 p.m. Mayor Rey opened the meeting to the public at 6:31 p.m. D. ADJOURNMENT: MOTION Ald. Lash moved to adjourn the meeting; seconded by Ald. O’Leary. Motion carried on voice vote. Mayor Rey declared the meeting adjourned at 6:31 p.m. ______________________________________ DIANE K. WRIGHT, Deputy City Clerk Approved by City Council July 14, 2014  MINUTES REGULAR MEETING OF CITY COUNCIL CITY OF DEKALB June 23, 2014 The City Council of DeKalb, Illinois, held a regular meeting on Monday, June 23, 2014 in the Council Chambers of the DeKalb Municipal Building, 200 South Fourth Street, DeKalb, Illinois. Mayor Rey called the meeting to order at 6:35 p.m. A. ROLL CALL: City Clerk Peerboom called the roll and the following members of City Council were present: Mayor John Rey, Alderman David Jacobson (arrived at 6:36 p.m.), Alderman Bill Finucane, Alderman Kristen Lash, Alderman Bob Snow, Alderman Ronald Naylor, Alderman David Baker and Alderman Monica O’Leary. Also present were: Anne Marie Gaura, City Manager; Rudy Espiritu, Assistant City Manager; Dean Frieders, City Attorney; Gene Lowery, Police Chief; Eric Hicks, Fire Chief; T.J. Moore, Public Works Director; John Laskowski, Assistant Director of Public Works/City Engineer; Jamie Smirz, Community Services Planner; Jennifer Diedrich, Economic Development Coordinator; Derek Hiland, Principal Planner; Bryan Faivre, Assistant Director of Public Works – Water Division; Jeff Birtell, I&T Technician; Liz Peerboom, City Clerk; and Diane Wright, Deputy City Clerk. B. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Ald. Baker led the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. C. APPROVAL OF AGENDA – ADDITIONS/DELETIONS: Ald. Jacobson arrived at 6:36 p.m. MOTION Ald. Finucane moved to approve the Agenda; seconded by Ald. O’Leary. Motion carried 8-0 on roll call vote. Aye: Jacobson, Finucane, Lash, Snow, Naylor, Baker, O’Leary, Rey. Mayor Rey declared the motion passed. D. PUBLIC HEARINGS: 1. CDBG Consolidated Annual Performance Evaluation Review (CAPER) for Year 20 (April 1, 2013 through March 31, 2014). Regular City Council Meeting Minutes June 23, 2014 Page 2 of 12 Mayor Rey opened the Public Hearing at 6:36 p.m. There being no comments, Mayor Rey closed the Public Hearing at 6:36 p.m. E. SPECIAL ITEMS OR PRESENTATIONS & CITIZENS’ COMMENTS: 1. Special Items  Annual Presentation by Barb City Manor Ms. Maureen Harriett spoke to the Council and provided an update on Barb City Manor’s annual operations. She noted that the City’s contributions assist Barb City with capital improvement projects. In the coming year Ms. Harriett noted Barb City Manor would like to re-roof the building. She thanked Council for the City’s continued support over the years.  Annual Presentation by DeKalb Chamber of Commerce Mr. Matt Duffy, Executive Director of the Chamber, stated the Chamber took over special events previously overseen by RE:New DeKalb and hired a special events coordinator this past year. He noted the hours of the Farmer’s Market changed and as a result, the number of vendors increased. The Fourth Street Family Fun Fest was added this year, he said, with 17 participating businesses. Other events such as Halloween Spooktacular, Holly Days, Memorial Day Parade, Hop into Spring, and Girls Night Out were recapped by Mr. Duffy.  Annual Presentation by DeKalb County Convention & Visitors Bureau Ms. Debbie Armstrong, Executive Director of the Convention and Visitors Bureau, provided Council with highlights of the past year regarding hotels, tournaments, and the IHSA championship. She thanked Council for their continued support.  Annual Presentation by DeKalb County Economic Development Corp. Mr. Paul Borek, Executive Director of the DeKalb County Economic Development Corp. (DCEDC), provided Council with its accomplishments in attracting businesses over the last year. He thanked Council for their continued support of DCEDC. 2. Approval of Mayor Appointments Lisa King and Cheryl Appleton - Human Relations Commission Reappointments (3-year term July 1, 2014 through June 30, 2017) Robert Williams - Human Relations Commission Appointment (3-year term July 1, 2014 through June 30, 2017) MOTION Ald. Naylor moved to approve the Mayoral Appointments; seconded by Ald. O’Leary. Motion carried on voice vote. Mayor Rey declared the motion passed. 3. Citizens’ Comments Ms. Misty Haji-Shakh of DeKalb, Illinois, member of Preserve Our Neighborhoods, discussed an 800-page document she received from NIU on a FOIA she requested. She stated that the City has  Regular City Council Meeting Minutes June 23, 2014 Page 3 of 12 not been forthcoming in answering a FOIA she submitted. Mayor Rey asked Mr. Frieders if he had responded to Ms. Haji-Shakh. Mr. Frieders replied the City has responded to her request, and he has reached out to Ms. Haji-Shakh but has not received a response from her. F. CONSENT AGENDA – OMNIBUS VOTE: Ald. Naylor asked to remove Item F.9, F.22, F.23, and F.25. MOTION Ald. Naylor moved to approve the Consent Agenda as amended; seconded by Ald. O’Leary. Motion carried 8-0 on roll call vote. Aye: Jacobson, Finucane, Lash, Snow, Naylor, Baker, O’Leary, Rey. Mayor Rey declared the motion passed. MOTION Ald. Naylor moved to approve the listings on the Consent Agenda as amended; seconded by Ald. Lash. Motion carried on roll call vote of 8-0. Aye: Jacobson, Finucane, Lash, Snow, Naylor, Baker, O’Leary, Rey. Mayor Rey declared the motion passed. 1. Approval of City Council Minutes: Committee of the Whole: June 9, 2014 Regular Meeting: June 9, 2014 Closed Session Passed in the Consent Agenda by Omnibus Vote. 2. Receive and File: Citizens’ Community Enhancement Commission Minutes: February 18, 2014 Environmental Commission Minutes: March 6, April 3, May 1, 2014 Investment Banking Report Check Register Received and filed in the Consent Agenda by Omnibus Vote. 3. Ordinance 2014-019 Approving an Amendment to a Special Use Permit to Allow for a Non-Conforming Sign on Property Zoned “CBD” Central Business District at 112 East Lincoln Highway to Allow for a Variation from Article 13 Signs of the Unified Development Ordinance to Continue Allowing a 256 Square Foot Northern Illinois University and/or “Communiversity” Sign on the West Building Wall. Passed in the Consent Agenda by Omnibus Vote. Regular City Council Meeting Minutes June 23, 2014 Page 4 of 12 4. Resolution 2014-044 Authorizing the Mayor of the City of DeKalb, Illinois to Sign an Agreement with KishHealth Systems (KHS) to Restock Drugs or Supplies Used on City of DeKalb, Illinois Patients. Passed in the Consent Agenda by Omnibus Vote. 5. Resolution 2014-045 Authorizing the Mayor of the City of DeKalb, Illinois to Sign an FY15 Tax Increment Financing Agreement with Barb City Manor for Facility Improvements in the Amount of $100,000.00. Passed in the Consent Agenda by Omnibus Vote. 6. Resolution 2014-046 Authorizing the Mayor of the City of DeKalb, Illinois to Enter into an Agreement with the DeKalb Chamber of Commerce to Facilitate Community Events for FY15 in the Amount of $45,000.00. Passed in the Consent Agenda by Omnibus Vote. 7. Resolution 2014-047 Authorizing the Mayor of the City of DeKalb, Illinois to Enter into an Agreement with the DeKalb County Convention and Visitors Bureau for Funding in the Amount of $50,000.00 to Promote Tourism from July 1, 2014 through June 30, 2015. Passed in the Consent Agenda by Omnibus Vote. 8. Resolution 2014-048 Authorizing the Mayor of the City of DeKalb, Illinois to Enter into an Agreement with the DeKalb County Economic Development Corporation for Funding in the Amount of $45,000.00 to Promote Economic Development from July 1, 2014 through June 30, 2015. Passed in the Consent Agenda by Omnibus Vote. 10. Resolution 2014-050 Authorizing the Mayor of the City of DeKalb, Illinois to Sign an Agreement with Ben Gordon Center – Discovery House for Human Services Funding from the FY 2015 General Fund in the Amount of $3,539.00. Passed in the Consent Agenda by Omnibus Vote. 11. Resolution 2014-051 Authorizing the Mayor of the City of DeKalb, Illinois to Sign an Agreement with Community Coordinated Child Care (4-C) for Human Services Funding from the FY 2015 General Fund in the amount of $20,529.00. Passed in the Consent Agenda by Omnibus Vote. 12. Resolution 2014-052 Authorizing the Mayor of the City of DeKalb, Illinois to Sign an Agreement with DeKalb County Partnership for a Substance Abuse Free  Regular City Council Meeting Minutes June 23, 2014 Page 5 of 12 Environment (DCP/SAFE) for Human Services Funding from the FY 2015 General Fund in the Amount of $2,124.00. Passed in the Consent Agenda by Omnibus Vote. 13. Resolution 2014-053 Authorizing the Mayor of the City of DeKalb, Illinois to Sign an Agreement with Elder Care Services of DeKalb County for Human Services Funding from the FY 2015 General Fund in the Amount of $12,742.00. Passed in the Consent Agenda by Omnibus Vote. 14. Resolution 2014-054 Authorizing the Mayor of the City of DeKalb, Illinois to Sign an Agreement with Family Service Agency for Human Services Funding from the FY 2015 General Fund in the Amount of $12,742.00. Passed in the Consent Agenda by Omnibus Vote. 15. Resolution 2014-055 Authorizing the Mayor of the City of DeKalb, Illinois to Sign an Agreement with Hope Haven of DeKalb County, Inc. for Human Services Funding from the FY 2015 General Fund in the Amount of $4,247.00. Passed in the Consent Agenda by Omnibus Vote. 16. Resolution 2014-056 Authorizing the Mayor of the City of DeKalb, Illinois to Sign an Agreement with KishHealth Systems Hospice for Human Services Funding from the FY 2015 General Fund in the Amount $1,699.00. Passed in the Consent Agenda by Omnibus Vote. 17. Resolution 2014-057 Authorizing the Mayor of the City of DeKalb, Illinois to Sign an Agreement with Nguzo Saba Men’s Club of DeKalb for Human Services Funding from the FY 2015 General Fund in the Amount of $5,663.00. Passed in the Consent Agenda by Omnibus Vote. 18. Resolution 2014-058 Authorizing the Mayor of the City of DeKalb, Illinois to Sign an Agreement with Prairie State Legal Services for Human Services Funding from the FY 2015 General Fund in the Amount of $708.00. Passed in the Consent Agenda by Omnibus Vote. 19. Resolution 2014-059 Authorizing the Mayor of the City of DeKalb, Illinois to Sign an Agreement with Safe Passage, Inc. for Human Services Funding from the FY 2015 General Fund in the Amount $10,618.00. Passed in the Consent Agenda by Omnibus Vote. Regular City Council Meeting Minutes June 23, 2014 Page 6 of 12 20. Resolution 2014-060 Authorizing the Mayor of the City of DeKalb, Illinois to Sign an Agreement with Voluntary Action Center for Human Services Funding from the FY 2015 General Fund in the Amount of $31,855.00. Passed in the Consent Agenda by Omnibus Vote. 21. Resolution 2014-061 Authorizing the Mayor of the City of DeKalb, Illinois to Sign an Agreement with DeKalb County Youth Services Bureau, Inc. for Human Services Funding from the FY 2015 General Fund in the Amount of $36,456.00. Passed in the Consent Agenda by Omnibus Vote. 24. Resolution 2014-064 Seeking Permission to Regulate Traffic on Illinois Route 38 between First Street and Fourth Street, and at the Intersection of Illinois Route 38 and Illinois Route 23 on Friday, July 25, 2014 for the Purpose of Holding a Kishwaukee Fest Parade. Passed in the Consent Agenda by Omnibus Vote. 9. Resolution 2014-049 Authorizing the Mayor of the City of DeKalb, Illinois to Enter into an Agreement with Hopkins Solutions, LLC for Economic Development Services from July 1, 2014 to Approximately October 1, 2014. Mayor Rey read Resolution 2014-049 by title only. MOTION Ald. Snow moved to pass Resolution 2014-094; seconded by Ald. Finucane. Ald. Naylor noted that the other agreements tonight refer to social service agencies. He expressed concern over the loss of services of Hopkins Solutions, and that he cannot see how a new employee (Community Development Director to be hired after the fiscal year) can perform the same services as Mr. Hopkins and asked that the Hopkins agreement be extended for a time after the Community Development Director is hired. MOTION TO AMEND Ald. Naylor moved to amend Resolution 2014-094 to extend Hopkins’ contract for six additional months. Motion died for lack of a second. City Manager Gaura stated this is in the budget and had been previously reviewed by Council. Any new item in the budget has a corresponding reduction, she said. She noted if Council is interested in an extension she would not recommend anything over 30 days. MOTION TO AMEND Ald. Baker moved to amend Resolution 2014-094 and terminate the Hopkins contract and allow Jennifer Diedrich, Economic Development Coordinator to perform these duties; seconded by Ald. Jacobson.  Regular City Council Meeting Minutes June 23, 2014 Page 7 of 12 After discussion, Ald. Baker withdrew his motion and Ald. Jacobson withdrew his second. City Attorney Frieders clarified that Council is voting on the current contract. City Manager Gaura stated staff is recommending a transition with Mr. Hopkins for a few months in anticipation of the Community Development Director. Ald. Lash added that this should have been brought up a few months ago during budget discussions. VOTE Motion carried 6-2 on roll call vote. Aye: Finucane, Lash, Snow, Naylor, O’Leary, Rey. Nay: Jacobson, Baker. Mayor Rey declared the motion passed. 22. Resolution 2014-062: Authorizing the City Manager of the City of DeKalb, Illinois to Enter into an Agreement with Board of Trustees of Northern Illinois University to Prepare the DeKalb Housing Information Project –Year 2. Mayor Rey read Resolution 2014-062 by title only. MOTION Ald. Naylor moved to pass Resolution 2014-062; seconded by Ald. Snow. Ald. Naylor questioned the options presented in the proposal. City Manager Gaura explained staff received the proposal and were trying to stay within budget. She added that staff can come back before Council and make a recommendation; the important part was to focus on Phase 2. AMENDED MOTION Ald. Naylor moved to amend Resolution 2014-062 to include one-half of the costs; seconded by Ald. Finucane. City Attorney Frieders noted that staff has not had the opportunity to vet those figures with NIU. Jennifer Groce, Center for Governmental Studies of NIU, said the project shows continued participation with NIU and the City; this phase will include student data and on-campus facility information. Option 1 is comparison of rental data base versus the City’s licensing program, she added. Ald. Naylor withdrew his amended motion and Ald. Finucane withdrew his second. AMENDED MOTION Ald. Naylor moved to amend Resolution 2014-062 to include all options. Motion died for lack of a second. VOTE Motion carried 6-2 on roll call vote. Aye: Finucane, Snow, Naylor, Baker, O’Leary, Rey. Nay: Jacobson, Lash. Mayor Rey declared the motion passed. Regular City Council Meeting Minutes June 23, 2014 Page 8 of 12 23. Resolution 2014-063 Authorizing the Mayor of the City of DeKalb, Illinois to Sign an Agreement with Northern Illinois University Center for Governmental Studies for a Multi-Year Strategic Plan in the Amount of $22,426.00. Mayor Rey read Resolution 2014-063 by title only. MOTION Ald. Finucane moved to pass Resolution 2014-063; seconded by Ald. Snow. Ald. Naylor asked for an explanation of the work plan. City Manager Gaura provided a summary. She added that the survey will be able to break out data and utilize information to improve the quality of life for citizens. The results will be factored into the strategic plan. Additionally, she said, this proposal is structured from the outcome of the Council’s Strategic Planning meeting in March. VOTE Motion carried on roll call vote of 8-0. Aye: Jacobson, Finucane, Lash, Snow, Naylor, Baker, O’Leary, Rey. Mayor Rey declared the motion passed. 25. Ordinance 2014-021 Authorizing the Execution of Voluntary Separation Agreements by the City of DeKalb. Mayor Rey read Ordinance 2014-021 by title only. MOTION Ald. Finucane moved to receive and file Ordinance 2014-021; seconded by Ald. Snow. Ald. Naylor stated he wanted to note that he has a difference of opinion on this ordinance. VOTE Motion carried 7-1 on roll call vote. Aye: Jacobson, Finucane, Lash, Snow, Baker, O’Leary, Rey. Nay: Naylor. Mayor Rey declared the motion passed. MOTION Ald. Finucane moved to waive second reading of Ordinance 2014-021; seconded by Ald. O’Leary. Motion carried on roll call vote of 8-0. Aye: Jacobson, Finucane, Lash, Snow, Naylor, Baker, O’Leary, Rey. Mayor Rey declared the motion passed. MOTION Ald. Snow moved to pass Ordinance 2014-021; seconded by Ald. Finucane. Motion carried on roll call vote of 8-0. Aye: Jacobson, Finucane, Lash, Snow, Naylor, Baker, O’Leary, Rey. Mayor Rey declared the motion passed. G. PURCHASE AND BID AWARDS:  Regular City Council Meeting Minutes June 23, 2014 Page 9 of 12 1. Approval of a Request to Waive Competitive Bidding and Purchase 500 New Water Meters and Radio Transmitters from Bader Meter, Inc. in an Amount not to Exceed $200,000.00. MOTION Ald. Naylor moved to approve request to waive competitive bidding and purchase 500 new water meters and radio transmitters from Bader Meter, Inc. in an amount not to exceed $200,000.00; seconded by Ald. O’Leary. Mr. Moore provided background on the purchase and he and Mr. Faivre answered questions posed by Council. VOTE Motion carried 8-0 on roll call vote. Aye: Jacobson, Finucane, Lash, Snow, Naylor, Baker, O’Leary, Rey. Mayor Rey declared the motion passed. H. OLD BUSINESS: None. I. ORDINANCES – SECOND READING: 1. Ordinance 2014-017 Adopting the Annual Budget for the Fiscal Year Beginning July 1, 2014 and Ending June 30, 2015 in the City of DeKalb, Illinois. Mayor Rey read Ordinance 2014-017 by title only. MOTION Ald. O’Leary moved to pass Ordinance 2014-017; seconded by Ald. Finucane. Mr. Espiritu summarized that the budget reflects revenues of over $77 Million and total expenditures over $79 Million. He added that staff will be closely monitoring the budget over the next fiscal year and will be attempting to bring expenditures down. Ald. Naylor stated that he has made suggestions in the past and has not had Council support. He expressed concern on deficit spending as well as some of the other issues discussed at budget meetings. He reiterated his concerns that changes should be made and individual line items should be reviewed. Finally, he said, he has difficulty in supporting this budget. Ald. Lash stated the City is only in a deficit because of the Airport bond payment which will save the City more in the future. She added this is a transition budget and staff has made very large steps toward financial sustainability. She noted that the budget has vastly improved over the past several years and thanked staff for their hard work. Ald. Baker stated that the $600,000 bond payment will come out of the General Fund. He added he supports the budget, but the City will not have more money next year unless the City creates more taxes to which he is opposed. Regular City Council Meeting Minutes June 23, 2014 Page 10 of 12 VOTE Motion carried 6-2 on roll call vote. Aye: Finucane, Lash, Snow, Baker, O’Leary, Rey. Nay: Jacobson, Naylor. Mayor Rey declared the motion passed. J. ORDINANCES – FIRST READING: 1. Ordinance 2014-018 Rezoning Property at 2151–2205 Sycamore Road from “GC” General Commercial to “PD-C” Planned Development Commercial with approval of a Final Plan to Allow for a Montessori House of Learning School. Mayor Rey read Ordinance 2014-018 by title only. City Planner Hiland stated that the developer, John Pappas, asked to address Council. Mr. John Pappas, DeKalb, Illinois, developer of the project stated that he withdraws his request for special use permit. City Attorney Frieders stated that staff is recommending a motion to approve withdrawal. MOTION Ald. Lash moved to approve Mr. Pappas’ withdrawal for a special use permit; seconded by Ald. Finucane. Ald. Baker stated he did not participate in the debate last meeting, but he would have approved the original request. He added that the City needs to be more business friendly. He asked that staff and Council hold back on requirements. VOTE Motion carried on roll call vote of 8-0. Aye: Jacobson, Finucane, Lash, Snow, Naylor, Baker, O’Leary, Rey. Mayor Rey declared the motion passed. 2. Ordinance 2014-020: Authorizing the City Manager to Negotiate and Execute an Intergovernmental Agreement Permit with Northern Illinois University Relating to the Installation of Normal Road Improvements for Bus Service. Mayor Rey read Ordinance 2014-020 by title only. MOTION Ald. Snow moved to receive and file Ordinance 2014-020; seconded by Ald. Finucane. Mr. Moore stated that NIU is requesting a bus lane on the south side of Normal Road. NIU would like this completed by the time school convenes in the fall. He added this is not a true bus lane, but for loading and unloading only. Discussion continued with Council. Mr. Bill Nicklas, Vice President of NIU, distributed a map with a view of Normal Road. He  Regular City Council Meeting Minutes June 23, 2014 Page 11 of 12 explained the requested permit and answered further questions from Council. Ald. Lash asked if the final plan would come back to Council. City Attorney Frieders replied that if Council approves tonight, staff would have the ability to work with NIU. Also, if Council wants to include other options, he asked for direction tonight. Ald. Lash stated there are a number of big safety concerns, and she would not want to pass it without seeing those addressed. Mr. Nicklas stated that no one is more concerned about safety than NIU. NIU does police the area for speeding. Ald. Naylor said this is a main artery for the people living to the north, and added there should be a better way. He suggested looking for a better location. Mr. Nicklas replied that NIU would like to try this for one year and bring it back to Council for review; that was the point of this proposition. Ald. Lash said that she would like to have it come back with a safety plan, if not, she would have to vote no. VOTE Motion carried on voice vote. Mayor Rey declared the motion passed. MOTION Ald. Finucane moved to waive second reading of Ordinance 2014-020; seconded by Ald. Baker. Ald. Naylor asked if there is a time limit on the permit. He expressed concern about the safety aspect. City Attorney Frieders replied that the ordinance does not include an expiration for the permit. If Council wants a time limit, they can recommend revisions and amend the ordinance to include a review process. However, he added, if Council wants to review it in one year, he is unsure what effect this would have on NIU’s construction. Mr. Nicklas stated he would be comfortable with one year. VOTE Motion carried 6-2 on roll call vote. Aye: Jacobson, Finucane, Snow, Baker, O’Leary, Rey. Nay: Lash, Naylor. Mayor Rey declared the motion passed. MOTION Ald. Finucane moved to pass Ordinance 2014-020; seconded by Ald. Snow. Motion carried 6-2 on roll call vote. Aye: Jacobson, Finucane, Snow, Baker, O’Leary, Rey. Nay: Lash, Naylor. Mayor Rey declared the motion passed. K. RESOLUTIONS: None. L. REPORTS – COMMUNICATIONS: Mayor Rey stated he will ask City Manager Gaura to look at the Human Services funding and suggested that NIU projects be considered. He noted that there is a project for choral groups and additionally suggested the remaining balance be allocated to Hope Haven. Regular City Council Meeting Minutes June 23, 2014 Page 12 of 12 Ald. Finucane encouraged all to participate in the County survey. Additionally, he said the Library is also doing a survey. Ald. Lash addressed Human Service funding also and added she would the funding reviewed, but not certain the choral program at NIU is a likely candidate for funding in that it is a social program. She added she would like to see a report on the Human Services funding, i.e. what have they requested vs. what have they received and how can the City divide the $7,000 remaining. Mayor Rey clarified that the NIU choral program is a fund raiser for community gardens. M. RECESS FOR CLOSED SESSION: 1. Approval to Hold a Closed Session to Discuss Personnel as Provided for in 5 ILCS 120/2(c)(1); Collective Bargaining 5 ILCS 120/2(c)(2); Purchase of Real Property 5 ILCS 120/2(c)(5); and Pending or Imminent Litigation 5 ILCS 120/2(c)(11). Not acted on in this meeting. N. ADJOURNMENT: MOTION Ald. Lash moved to adjourn the meeting; seconded by Ald. O’Leary. Motion carried on voice vote. Mayor Rey declared the meeting adjourned at 8:35 p.m. ___________________________________ DIANE K. WRIGHT, Deputy City Clerk Approved by City Council July 14, 2014