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City of Joliet 150 West Jefferson Street Joliet, IL 60432 Meeting Minutes - Final Monday, April 5, 2021 5:30 PM City Hall, Council Chambers City Council Meeting MAYOR BOB O'DEKIRK MAYOR PRO-TEM COUNCILMAN MICHAEL F. TURK (4/1/2021 - 4/30/2021) COUNCILWOMAN BETTYE GAVIN COUNCILMAN LARRY E. HUG COUNCILMAN HERB LANDE COUNCILMAN TERRY MORRIS COUNCILMAN PAT MUDRON COUNCILWOMAN JAN HALLUMS QUILLMAN COUNCILWOMAN SHERRI REARDON City Manager - James V. Capparelli, Corporation Counsel - Sabrina Spano, City Clerk Christa M. Desiderio City Council Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final April 5, 2021 Page 1 of 1 City Council Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final April 5, 2021 Pursuant to Phase 4 of the Restore Illinois Plan, the Illinois Department of Commerce & Economic Opportunity's Guidelines recommend best practices that limit an in-person meeting to 50 people or less (Council Chambers allows for 18 members of the public) while adhering to social distancing guidelines. During meetings, any member of the public physically present in the Council Chambers in excess of the limit will be asked to wait in another room with live feed to the meeting until the Citizens To Be Heard on Agenda Items section or Public Comments section of the meeting has commenced. Speakers will be rotated into Council Chambers to allow everyone an opportunity to speak. Pursuant to the Illinois Department of Commerce & Economic Opportunity’s Guidelines, it is recommended that any individual appearing in-person wear a face-covering to cover their nose and mouth. Citizens who are unable to attend the meeting can email comments in advance of the meeting to publiccomment@joliet.gov. INVOCATION: Father Chris Groh, Police and Fire Chaplin, St. Mary Magdalene Catholic Church, 127 S. Briggs Street PLEDGE TO THE FLAG: ROLL CALL: Present: Mayor Robert O'Dekirk, Councilwoman Bettye Gavin, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilman Herb Lande, Councilman Terry Morris, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman, Councilwoman Sherri Reardon and Councilman Michael F. Turk ALSO PRESENT: Interim City Manager James V. Capparelli and Corporation Counsel Sabrina Spano MAYOR: State of the City - Mayor O'Dekirk The Mayor gave a condensed version of the State of the City Address. He reviewed last years finances, including the effects of COVID; gave an overview of the City's leadership role in the COVID response, including the vaccine response; the City's response to civil unrest - Joliet Police Department minimized the damage and maintained control; and the historic decision of choosing Chicago as the new water source for the City. The Mayor spoke about recent Economic Development - NorthPoint project, reopening of Chicago Street, Tony Finer Foods located at Jefferson and Larkin, downtown developments, Cullinan property at I-55 and I-80, and the Harbor Freight Distribution Center. Councilman Hug thanked Councilwoman Quillman for putting the well-being of others before herself and her campaign by focusing on getting the community vaccinated. He also spoke regarding NorthPoint. APPROVAL OF AGENDA: A motion was made by Councilman Herb Lande, seconded by Councilwoman Bettye Gavin, to approve the agenda as written with the following change: Remove Council Memo #163-21: Page 1 of 12 City Council Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final April 5, 2021 Approval of 2021 Vehicle Purchase Schedule from Consent Agenda to be voted on separately. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: Councilwoman Bettye Gavin, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilman Herb Lande, Councilman Terry Morris, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman, Councilwoman Sherri Reardon and Councilman Michael F. Turk Abstain: Mayor Robert O'Dekirk CITIZENS TO BE HEARD ON AGENDA ITEMS: No email comments were received. Edward Rueittiger, President of the Three Rivers Association of Realtors, spoke in favor of proposed changes to the Historic Preservation Ordinance. NOTE: There is a new temporary procedure for public speaking. Details can be found on the Joliet.gov “Public Comments” web page. APPOINTMENTS: COUNCIL COMMITTEE REPORTS: Public Safety Councilwoman Quillman and Chief Information Officer Dave Braner gave an overview and explanation of the items discussed at the Thursday, March 30, 2021 Public Safety Committee Meeting. Link: https://joliet.granicus.com/player/clip/3827?view_id=6&redirect=true Public Service Councilman Hug gave an overview and explanation of the items discussed at the Monday, April 5, 2021 Public Service Committee Meeting. Link: https://joliet.granicus.com/player/clip/3833?&redirect=true CONSENT AGENDA: Approval of Minutes: Pre-Council Meeting - March 15, 2021 Council Meeting - March 16, 2021 Page 2 of 12 City Council Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final April 5, 2021 Attachments: Pre-Council Meeting Minutes 3-15-21.pdf Council Meeting Minutes 3-16-21.pdf 2020 Annual City Collector’s Report 161-21 Attachments: 2020 Receipt Summary v2 2020 RECEIPTS BY FUND 2020 Accts Receivable Summary 2020 Accts Receivable by Fund Collector 2020 -signed CITYCLRK-20 Approver Report Position Vacancies 162-21 Attachments: Approver Report Digital Evidence Vendor Selection 164-21 Attachments: Approver Report Award of Contract for Cradlepoint Replacement Project 165-21 Attachments: Approver Report Award of Contract for the 2021 Public Works Landscape 166-21 Restoration Program to Seasons Landscape in the amount of $35,226.00 Attachments: Approver Report Award of Price Agreements for the 2021 Street Maintenance 167-21 Materials Contracts a) City of Joliet Aggregate Price Agreement Contract b) City of Joliet Bituminous Patching Materials Contract Attachments: Approver Report Award of Contract for the 2021 On-Call Lead Water Service 168-21 Line Replacement Program to Stip Bros. Excavating, Austin Tyler Construction, Inc., and Brandt Excavating, Inc. in the amount of $350,000.00 based on unit prices provided in their bids Attachments: Approver Report Award of Contract for the 2021 Utilities Restoration Program 169-21 to Lindblad Construction, Construction by Camco, and P.T. Ferro Construction in an amount not to exceed of Page 3 of 12 City Council Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final April 5, 2021 $600,000.00 based on unit prices provided in their bids Attachments: Approver Report Award of Contract for Additional Cameras and Door Access 170-21 for Existing Genetec System at Joliet Police Department to Videotec Corporation for $187,874.00 Attachments: Approver Report Professional Engineering Services Agreement for Phase II 171-21 Engineering Services for the Olympic Boulevard (Houbolt Road - Rock Run Creek) Roadway Extension and Improvements to Patrick Engineering, Inc. in the amount not to exceed $2,407,705.00 Attachments: Approver Report Change Order No. 2 and Final Payment for the Demolition of 172-21 100-106 E. Washington Street Attachments: Change Order 2 100-106 E Washington St Approver Report Change Order No.1 for Additional Cameras and Door Access 173-21 for Existing Genetec System at Police Department Attachments: Approver Report Payment for Emergency Water Main Repairs and Valve 174-21 Replacements to Austin Tyler Construction in the amount of $40,252.88 Attachments: Approver Report Consent Agenda Items Approved A motion was made by Councilwoman Gavin, seconded by Councilwoman Reardon, to approve said Consent Agenda items. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: Councilwoman Bettye Gavin, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilman Herb Lande, Councilman Terry Morris, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman, Councilwoman Sherri Reardon and Councilman Michael F. Turk Abstain: Mayor Robert O'Dekirk Approval of the 2021 Vehicle Purchase Schedule 163-21 Page 4 of 12 City Council Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final April 5, 2021 Attachments: 2021 Vehicle Purchase Exhibit Approver Report A motion was made by Councilwoman Sherri Reardon, seconded by Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman, to approve COUNCIL MEMO #163-21: Approval of the 2021 Vehicle Purchase Schedule. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: Councilwoman Bettye Gavin, Councilman Herb Lande, Councilman Terry Morris, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman, Councilwoman Sherri Reardon and Councilman Michael F. Turk Nay: Councilman Larry E. Hug Abstain: Mayor Robert O'Dekirk LICENSES AND PERMIT APPLICATIONS: Application for a Drive Thru Permit for a Dunkin Restaurant 176-21 at 3000 Maple Road Attachments: Permit - Dunkin Restaurant Approver Report A motion was made by Councilman Larry E. Hug, seconded by Councilwoman Bettye Gavin, to approve COUNCIL MEMO #176-21: Application for a Drive Thru Permit for a Dunkin Restaurant at 3000 Maple Road. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: Councilwoman Bettye Gavin, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilman Herb Lande, Councilman Terry Morris, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman, Councilwoman Sherri Reardon and Councilman Michael F. Turk Abstain: Mayor Robert O'Dekirk Application for a Drive Thru Permit for a Gas N’ Wash Car 177-21 Wash at 3000 Maple Road Attachments: Permit - 3000 Maple Rd - Lenny's Car Wash Approver Report A motion was made by Councilwoman Bettye Gavin, seconded by Councilwoman Sherri Reardon, to approve COUNCIL MEMO #177-21: Application for a Drive Thru Permit for a Gas N’ Wash Car Wash at 3000 Maple Road. The motion carried by the following vote: Page 5 of 12 City Council Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final April 5, 2021 Aye: Councilwoman Bettye Gavin, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilman Herb Lande, Councilman Terry Morris, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman, Councilwoman Sherri Reardon and Councilman Michael F. Turk Abstain: Mayor Robert O'Dekirk Application for a Drive Thru Permit for a McDonald’s 178-21 Restaurant at 2885 Plainfield Road Attachments: Permit - McDonalds - 2885 Plainfield Rd Approver Report A motion was made by Councilman Larry E. Hug, seconded by Councilman Michael F. Turk, to approve COUNCIL MEMO #178-21: Application for a Drive Thru Permit for a McDonald’s Restaurant at 2885 Plainfield Road. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: Councilwoman Bettye Gavin, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilman Herb Lande, Councilman Terry Morris, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman, Councilwoman Sherri Reardon and Councilman Michael F. Turk Abstain: Mayor Robert O'Dekirk PUBLIC HEARINGS: NOTE: There is a new temporary procedure for public speaking. Details can be found on the Joliet.gov “Public Comments” web page. ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS: ORDINANCES: Ordinance Amending the 2021 Annual Budget for the City of 180-21 Joliet to include Funding of $440,830.00 and Approval of Amendment No. 2 to the Professional Engineering Services for the Project Management Services to Oversee the Houbolt Road (I-80 - US Route 6) Interchange Modification and Roadway Reconstruction Project Phase I, II, and III to T.Y. Lin International in an amount not to exceed $740,830.00 Attachments: Ordinance - Houbolt Road Interchange Project Houbolt Road Project Agreement Approver Report At the request of Mayor O'Dekirk, the City Manager explained the expenditure for this item is for the Phase 1 engineering allowing the city oversight of the project. Page 6 of 12 City Council Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final April 5, 2021 Councilman Hug discussed cost sharing and the city's oversight of the project. A brief discussion was held regarding the Houbolt bridge project. A motion was made by Councilman Larry E. Hug, seconded by Councilman Michael F. Turk, to adopt COUNCIL MEMO #180-21: Ordinance Amending the 2021 Annual Budget for the City of Joliet to include Funding of $440,830.00 and Approval of Amendment No. 2 to the Professional Engineering Services for the Project Management Services to Oversee the Houbolt Road (I-80 - US Route 6) Interchange Modification and Roadway Reconstruction Project Phase I, II, and III to T.Y. Lin International in an amount not to exceed $740,830.00. (ORDINANCE NO. 18200) The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: Councilwoman Bettye Gavin, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilman Herb Lande, Councilman Terry Morris, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman, Councilwoman Sherri Reardon and Councilman Michael F. Turk Abstain: Mayor Robert O'Dekirk Ordinance Repealing and Replacing Chapter 31, Article V, 181-21 Section 31-281.F Requirements of Unpolluted Discharges Attachments: Ordinance Article V Sewers Section 31-281.docx Exhibit A Section 31-281 Proposed Revisions.docx Approver Report A motion was made by Councilwoman Bettye Gavin, seconded by Councilwoman Sherri Reardon, to adopt COUNCIL MEMO #181-21: Ordinance Repealing and Replacing Chapter 31, Article V, Section 31-281.F Requirements of Unpolluted Discharges. (ORDINANCE NO. 18201) The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: Councilwoman Bettye Gavin, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilman Herb Lande, Councilman Terry Morris, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman, Councilwoman Sherri Reardon and Councilman Michael F. Turk Abstain: Mayor Robert O'Dekirk RESOLUTIONS: Resolution Authorizing the Execution of an 183-21 Intergovernmental Agreement between the Forest Preserve District of Will County and the City of Joliet for a Public Bikeway along Essington Road and Theodore Street Page 7 of 12 City Council Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final April 5, 2021 Attachments: Resolution IGA - Essington & Theodore Multi-Use Path Approver Report A motion was made by Councilman Larry E. Hug, seconded by Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman, to adopt COUNCIL MEMO #183-21: Resolution Authorizing the Execution of an Intergovernmental Agreement between the Forest Preserve District of Will County and the City of Joliet for a Public Bikeway along Essington Road and Theodore Street. (RESOLUTION NO. 7634) The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: Councilwoman Bettye Gavin, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilman Herb Lande, Councilman Terry Morris, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman, Councilwoman Sherri Reardon and Councilman Michael F. Turk Abstain: Mayor Robert O'Dekirk Resolution Entering into a Memorandum of Understanding 184-21 with Cullinan Joliet, LLC Attachments: Resolution EXHIBIT 1 EXHIBIT A - Memo of Understanding Approver Report A motion was made by Councilman Larry E. Hug, seconded by Councilwoman Bettye Gavin, to adopt COUNCIL MEMO #184-21: Resolution Entering into a Memorandum of Understanding with Cullinan Joliet, LLC. (RESOLUTION NO. 7635) The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: Councilwoman Bettye Gavin, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilman Herb Lande, Councilman Terry Morris, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman, Councilwoman Sherri Reardon and Councilman Michael F. Turk Abstain: Mayor Robert O'Dekirk Resolution Authorizing a Community Development Block 185-21 Grant (CDBG) Subrecipient Agreement with Holsten Human Capital Development for Public Services Activities Page 8 of 12 City Council Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final April 5, 2021 Attachments: Resolution HHCD Agreement Public Services Exhibit A - Scope of Services HHCD Approver Report A motion was made by Councilwoman Sherri Reardon, seconded by Councilman Terry Morris, to adopt COUNCIL MEMO #185-21: Resolution Authorizing a Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Subrecipient Agreement with Holsten Human Capital Development for Public Services Activities. (RESOLUTION NO. 7636) The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: Councilwoman Bettye Gavin, Councilman Herb Lande, Councilman Terry Morris, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman, Councilwoman Sherri Reardon and Councilman Michael F. Turk Nay: Councilman Larry E. Hug Abstain: Mayor Robert O'Dekirk Resolution Authorizing a Community Development Block 186-21 Grant (CDBG) Subrecipient Agreement with Senior Services Center of Will County, Inc. Attachments: Resolution Agreement - Senior Services Exhibit A - Scope of Services Exhibit B - Lead Safe Housing Approver Report Mayor O'Dekirk thanked all those for their work at Senior Services and expressed his support of this item. A motion was made by Councilman Michael F. Turk, seconded by Councilwoman Bettye Gavin, to adopt COUNCIL MEMO #186-21: Resolution Authorizing a Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Subrecipient Agreement with Senior Services Center of Will County, Inc. (RESOLUTION NO. 7637) The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: Councilwoman Bettye Gavin, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilman Herb Lande, Councilman Terry Morris, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman, Councilwoman Sherri Reardon and Councilman Michael F. Turk Abstain: Mayor Robert O'Dekirk Page 9 of 12 City Council Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final April 5, 2021 Resolution Authorizing a Community Development Block 187-21 Grant (CDBG) Subrecipient Agreement with Holsten Human Capital Development for Rehabilitation to their Food Pantry Attachments: Resolution Agreement for Food Pantry Rehab Exhibit A - Scope of Work Approver Report A motion was made by Councilwoman Bettye Gavin, seconded by Councilwoman Sherri Reardon, to adopt COUNCIL MEMO #187-21: Resolution Authorizing a Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Subrecipient Agreement with Holsten Human Capital Development for Rehabilitation to their Food Pantry. (RESOLUTION NO. 7638) The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: Councilwoman Bettye Gavin, Councilman Herb Lande, Councilman Terry Morris, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman, Councilwoman Sherri Reardon and Councilman Michael F. Turk Nay: Councilman Larry E. Hug Abstain: Mayor Robert O'Dekirk Resolution Accepting Illinois Environmental Protection 188-21 Agency Low Interest Loan L175465 for the 2021 Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation Program Attachments: Resolution Approver Report A motion was made by Councilman Larry E. Hug, seconded by Councilman Michael F. Turk, to adopt COUNCIL MEMO #188-21: Resolution Accepting Illinois Environmental Protection Agency Low Interest Loan L175465 for the 2021 Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation Program. (RESOLUTION NO. 7639) The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: Councilwoman Bettye Gavin, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilman Herb Lande, Councilman Terry Morris, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman, Councilwoman Sherri Reardon and Councilman Michael F. Turk Abstain: Mayor Robert O'Dekirk Resolution Accepting Illinois Environmental Protection 189-21 Agency Low Interest Loan L175431 for the 2021 Water Main Rehabilitation Program Page 10 of 12 City Council Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final April 5, 2021 Attachments: Resolution Approver Report A motion was made by Councilwoman Bettye Gavin, seconded by Councilwoman Sherri Reardon, to adopt COUNCIL MEMO #189-21: Resolution Accepting Illinois Environmental Protection Agency Low Interest Loan L175431 for the 2021 Water Main Rehabilitation Program. (RESOLUTION NO. 7640) The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: Councilwoman Bettye Gavin, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilman Herb Lande, Councilman Terry Morris, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman, Councilwoman Sherri Reardon and Councilman Michael F. Turk Abstain: Mayor Robert O'Dekirk Resolution Declaring Certain City of Joliet Property as 190-21 Surplus Attachments: Resolution Surplus Vehicle Auction List Approver Report A motion was made by Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman, seconded by Councilman Michael F. Turk, to adopt COUNCIL MEMO #190-21: Resolution Declaring Certain City of Joliet Property as Surplus. (RESOLUTION NO. 7641) The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: Councilwoman Bettye Gavin, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilman Herb Lande, Councilman Terry Morris, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman, Councilwoman Sherri Reardon and Councilman Michael F. Turk Abstain: Mayor Robert O'Dekirk CITY MANAGER: Mr. Capparelli asked for future communication recommendations between him and the Mayor and Council since a recent confidential email he sent was given to the media. Mayor O'Dekirk concurred with the City Manager that personnel matters should not be discussed with the media. NEW BUSINESS (Not for Final Action or Recommendation): Mayor O'Dekirk thanked the City Manager and Chief Malec for addressing unresolved administrative issues from the last police administration. Page 11 of 12 City Council Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final April 5, 2021 PUBLIC COMMENTS: Karl Ferrel spoke regarding a Citizens Review Board. He also requested the Council submit a letter to the Department of Justice and Attorney General for possible police misconduct in the Eric Lurry case. NOTE: There is a new temporary procedure for public speaking. Details can be found on the Joliet.gov “Public Comments” web page. MAYOR AND COUNCIL COMMENTS: Councilman Hug encouraged residents to vote tomorrow. Councilman Turk thanked the City Manager, Derek Conley, and Gabe Friend for their assistance with Senor Tequilla on Jefferson Street. Mayor O'Dekirk discussed the Council returning to the dais and the possibility of life returning to normal with the administration of the COVID vaccines. CLOSED SESSION to discuss the following subjects: A motion was made by Councilman Larry E. Hug, seconded by Councilwoman Bettye Gavin, to enter into closed session to discuss personnel and litigation after which the meeting will adjourn. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: Councilwoman Bettye Gavin, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilman Herb Lande, Councilman Terry Morris, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman, Councilwoman Sherri Reardon and Councilman Michael F. Turk Abstain: Mayor Robert O'Dekirk ADJOURNMENT: Page 12 of 12