City Council Meeting

City of Joliet 150 West Jefferson Street Joliet, IL 60432 Meeting Minutes - Final Tuesday, November 15, 2022 6:30 PM City Hall, Council Chambers City Council Meeting MAYOR BOB O'DEKIRK MAYOR PRO-TEM COUNCILWOMAN SHERRI REARDON (10/1/2022 - 12/31/2022) COUNCILMAN JOE CLEMENT COUNCILWOMAN BETTYE GAVIN COUNCILMAN CESAR GUERRERO COUNCILMAN LARRY E. HUG COUNCILMAN TERRY MORRIS COUNCILMAN PAT MUDRON COUNCILWOMAN JAN QUILLMAN City Manager - James V. Capparelli, Corporation Counsel - Sabrina Spano, City Clerk Christa M. Desiderio City Council Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final November 15, 2022 Page 1 of 1 City Council Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final November 15, 2022 Citizens who are unable to attend the meeting can email comments in advance of the meeting to publiccomment@joliet.gov. INVOCATION: Pastor Lonnie Posley, New Canaan Land Christian Church, 225 E. Clinton Street PLEDGE TO THE FLAG: ROLL CALL: Councilwoman Gavin attended the meeting remotely. Present: Mayor Robert O'Dekirk, Councilman Joe Clement, Councilwoman Bettye Gavin, Councilman Cesar Guerrero, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilman Terry Morris, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman and Councilwoman Sherri Reardon MAYOR: APPROVAL OF AGENDA: A motion was made by Councilwoman Sherri Reardon, seconded by Councilwoman Jan Quillman, to approve the Agenda as written. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: Councilman Joe Clement, Councilwoman Bettye Gavin, Councilman Cesar Guerrero, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilman Terry Morris, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman and Councilwoman Sherri Reardon Abstain: Mayor Robert O'Dekirk CITIZENS TO BE HEARD ON AGENDA ITEMS: None. APPOINTMENTS: A motion was made by Councilman Guerrero, seconded by Councilman Clement, to appoint Ellis Wright to the Joliet Arts Commission. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: Councilman Joe Clement, Councilwoman Bettye Gavin, Councilman Cesar Guerrero, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilman Terry Morris, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman and Councilwoman Sherri Reardon Abstain: Mayor Robert O'Dekirk Page 1 of 11 City Council Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final November 15, 2022 APPOINTMENTS: A motion was made by Councilman Hug, seconded by Councilwoman Quillman, to reappoint Quinn Adamowski, Candace Johnson, Sharon Merwin, Sara Stovall, Mary Beth Gannon, Kevin Heinemann, Kailee Lowry, Steven Wright, and Brian Bessler to the Historic Preservation Commission. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: Councilman Joe Clement, Councilwoman Bettye Gavin, Councilman Cesar Guerrero, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilman Terry Morris, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman and Councilwoman Sherri Reardon Abstain: Mayor Robert O'Dekirk COUNCIL COMMITTEE REPORTS: Economic Development Councilman Hug gave an overview and explanation of the items discussed at the Thursday, November 10, 2022 Economic Development Committee Meeting. Link: https://joliet.granicus.com/player/clip/4631? view_id=6&redirect=true&h=55a5dddfc48585613d2f6a31594be750 Finance Councilman Guerrero gave an overview and explanation of the items discussed at the Tuesday, November 15, 2022 Finance Committee Meeting. Link: https://joliet.granicus.com/player/clip/4648? view_id=6&redirect=true&h=246bd42c57045f8500d5db65d0e76fb2 Public Service Councilman Hug gave an overview and explanation of the items discussed at the Monday, November 14, 2022 Public Service Committee Meeting. Link: https://joliet.granicus.com/player/clip/4633? view_id=6&redirect=true&h=6c2f61f50bc3dca33ce2eb0862637227 CONSENT AGENDA: Approval of Minutes: Page 2 of 11 City Council Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final November 15, 2022 Council Meeting Minutes - November 1, 2022 Attachments: Council Meeting Minutes - November 1, 2022.pdf Approver Report Invoices Paid Attachments: Invoices Paid 10.22 Approver Report Regular Payroll for July 15 - July 28, 2022 - $3,760,771.32 553-22 Attachments: PD 8.05.22 Approver Report Regular Payroll for July 29 - August 11, 2022 - $3,691,910.61 554-22 Attachments: PD 8.19.22 Approver Report Regular Payroll for August 12 - August 25, 2022 - 555-22 $3,777,702.26 Attachments: PD 9.2.22 Approver Report Regular Payroll for August 26 - September 8, 2022 - 556-22 $3,767,180.65 Attachments: PD 9.16.22 Approver Report Regular Payroll for September 9 - September 22, 2022 - 557-22 $3,822,431.39 Attachments: PD 9.30.22 22-09 OT Approver Report Purchase of one (1) Ford Escape for the Department of 558-22 Public Utilities from Ron Tirapelli Ford, Inc. in the amount of $29,525.24 Attachments: Approver Report Purchase of one (1) Ford Explorer for the E.M.A. Director 559-22 position from Ron Tirapelli Ford, Inc. in the amount of $45,000.00 Attachments: Approver Report Page 3 of 11 City Council Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final November 15, 2022 A brief discussion was held concerning reimbursement of funds for the purchase of this vehicle, use of the vehicle, and when we may receive the vehicle. Change Order No. 1 for the Eastside Wastewater Treatment 560-22 Plant South Grit Chamber Building Replacement Project to C&T Construction Inc. in the amount of $38,395.75 Attachments: Approver Report Change Order No. 3 in the Amount of ($10.41) and Payment 561-22 Estimate No. 11 and Final in the Amount of $173,137.42 for the Lead Service line Replacement Phase 2C to Austin Tyler Construction Inc. Attachments: Approver Report Amendment No. 1 for Phase I Engineering Services for the 562-22 Theodore Street Bridge over Rock Run Creek Improvement Project to Ciorba Group Inc. in the amount of $34,594.66 - MFT Sect. No. 19-00522-00-BR Attachments: TheodoreStreetBridge_Phase I_Supplemental Scope_20220927 Approver Report Amendment No. 1 to the Construction Testing / Soil Boring 563-22 Services for the 2023 Water System Rehabilitation Program to SEECO Consultants, Inc. in the amount of $36,780.00 Attachments: Approver Report Consent Agenda Items Approved A motion was made by Councilman Guerrero, seconded by Councilman Hug, to approve all said Consent Agenda Items. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: Councilman Joe Clement, Councilwoman Bettye Gavin, Councilman Cesar Guerrero, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilman Terry Morris, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman and Councilwoman Sherri Reardon Abstain: Mayor Robert O'Dekirk LICENSES AND PERMIT APPLICATIONS: PUBLIC HEARINGS: Public Hearing Regarding Ordinance Approving a Vacation 565-22 Page 4 of 11 City Council Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final November 15, 2022 of 20’ x 100’ Portion of a Public Alley South of Gross Street (V-4-22) - (TO BE TABLED) Attachments: Approver Report A motion was made by Councilwoman Sherri Reardon, seconded by Councilman Joe Clement, to table COUNCIL MEMO #565-22: Public Hearing Regarding Ordinance Approving a Vacation of 20’ x 100’ Portion of a Public Alley South of Gross Street (V-4-22) and the Public Hearing to the December 6, 2022 City Council Meeting. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: Councilman Joe Clement, Councilwoman Bettye Gavin, Councilman Cesar Guerrero, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilman Terry Morris, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman and Councilwoman Sherri Reardon Abstain: Mayor Robert O'Dekirk ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS: ORDINANCES: Ordinance Approving a Special Use Permit to Allow a 567-22 Trucking Facility that Includes Long Term Cargo Container and Chassis Storage and Stacking (Not to Exceed Five High), Located at 3350 Channahon Road (ZBA 2022-62) Attachments: Special Use Permit Ordinance - ZBA 2022-62 Channahon Rd 2022-62 ZBA Staff Report Packet 2022-62 Site Plan 2022-62 Elevations ZBA Meeting Minutes 102022 Approver Report A brief discussion was held concerning the number of containers Council will allow to be stacked at this location. A motion was made by Councilwoman Jan Quillman, seconded by Councilman Larry E. Hug, to adopt COUNCIL MEMO #567-22: Ordinance Approving a Special Use Permit to Allow a Trucking Facility that Includes Long Term Cargo Container and Chassis Storage and Stacking with the condition (Not to Exceed Three High), Located at 3350 Channahon Road (ZBA 2022-62). (ORDINANCE NO. 18423) COUNCIL MEMO #567-22 was adopted with the condition NOT TO EXCEED THREE (3) HIGH. The request for NOT TO EXCEED FIVE (5) HIGH was rejected. Page 5 of 11 City Council Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final November 15, 2022 The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: Mayor Robert O'Dekirk, Councilman Cesar Guerrero, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman and Councilwoman Sherri Reardon Nay: Councilman Joe Clement, Councilwoman Bettye Gavin, Councilman Terry Morris and Councilman Pat Mudron Ordinance Approving a Special Use Permit to Allow a 568-22 Banquet Hall, a B-3 (general business) use in an I-2 (general industrial) zoning district, located at 971 Collins Street. Attachments: Special Use Permit Ordinance_971 Collins Street Zoning_Board_of_Appeals_22-10-20_Meeting_Minutes ZBA 2022-59 (971 Collins Street) Staff Report Packet Approver Report Councilman Clement thanked the Chief of Police for informing him there were no calls for service at this location. A motion was made by Councilman Cesar Guerrero, seconded by Councilman Joe Clement, to adopt COUNCIL MEMO #568-22: Ordinance Approving a Special Use Permit to Allow a Banquet Hall, a B-3 (general business) use in an I-2 (general industrial) zoning district, located at 971 Collins Street. (ORDINANCE NO. 18424) The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: Councilman Joe Clement, Councilwoman Bettye Gavin, Councilman Cesar Guerrero, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilman Terry Morris, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman and Councilwoman Sherri Reardon Abstain: Mayor Robert O'Dekirk Ordinance Amending the 2022 Annual Budget for the 569-22 Purchase of a Ford Explorer for the E.M.A. Director Position Attachments: Ordinance Purch Ford Expl EMA Dir Approver Report A motion was made by Councilman Cesar Guerrero, seconded by Councilman Joe Clement, to adopt COUNCIL MEMO #569-22: Ordinance Amending the 2022 Annual Budget for the Purchase of a Ford Explorer for the E.M.A. Director Position. (ORDINANCE NO. 18425) The motion carried by the following vote: Page 6 of 11 City Council Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final November 15, 2022 Aye: Councilman Joe Clement, Councilwoman Bettye Gavin, Councilman Cesar Guerrero, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilman Terry Morris, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman and Councilwoman Sherri Reardon Abstain: Mayor Robert O'Dekirk Ordinances Associated with an Automotive Maintenance and 570-22 Repair Use at 356 N. Scott Street. A Special Use Permit to allow automotive maintenance and repair at an existing gas station with accessory car wash and car detail center, located at 356 N. Scott Street. (Petition 2022-60) A Variation of Use to allow a B-3 (general business district) use (automotive maintenance and repair) in a B-2 (central business district) zone, located at 356 N. Scott Street. (Petition 2022-61) Attachments: Special Use Permit Ordinance_ZBA 2022-60_356 N. Scott Street Ordinance Variation of Use ZBA 2022-61 356 N. Scott Street Concept Plan for Mtc & Repair Uses ZBA 2022-60&61 (356 N. Scott Street) ZBA Minutes 2022-60 Petition 2022-61 Petition Site Photos 2022-60 & 2022-61 2022-60a & 2022-61a Approver Report A motion was made by Councilwoman Sherri Reardon, seconded by Councilwoman Jan Quillman, to adopt COUNCIL MEMO #570-22: Ordinances Associated with an Automotive Maintenance and Repair Use at 356 N. Scott Street. A Special Use Permit to allow automotive maintenance and repair at an existing gas station with accessory car wash and car detail center, located at 356 N. Scott Street. (Petition 2022-60) (ORDINANCE NO. 18426) A Variation of Use to allow a B-3 (general business district) use (automotive maintenance and repair) in a B-2 (central business district) zone, located at 356 N. Scott Street. (Petition 2022-61). (ORDINANCE NO. 18427) Page 7 of 11 City Council Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final November 15, 2022 The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: Councilman Joe Clement, Councilwoman Bettye Gavin, Councilman Cesar Guerrero, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilman Terry Morris, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman and Councilwoman Sherri Reardon Abstain: Mayor Robert O'Dekirk Ordinance Approving a Special Use Permit to Allow a 571-22 Trucking Facility that Includes Long-Term Container and Chassis Storage and Stacking (Not to Exceed 5 High) and Trailer Parking, Located at 3850 S. Youngs Road. (Petition 2022-63) Attachments: Special Use Permit Ordinance_ZBA2022-63_3850 S. Youngs Road ZBA 2022-63 3850 S. Youngs Road - Staff Report ZBA Minutes 2020 Special Use Application._flattened 220906 G330 TRAC Site Plan-24x36 220907 G330 BTS Exhibit_Max Trailer Parking-24x36 220907 G330 Line of Site Exhibit YOUNGS-ALTA-SHT1-DRAFT YOUNGS-ALTA-SHT2-DRAFT 2022-63 2022-63a Approver Report A motion was made by Councilwoman Sherri Reardon, seconded by Councilman Larry E. Hug, to adopt COUNCIL MEMO #571-22: Ordinance Approving a Special Use Permit to Allow a Trucking Facility that Includes Long-Term Container and Chassis Storage and Stacking with the condition (Not to Exceed Three High) and Trailer Parking, Located at 3850 S. Youngs Road. (Petition 2022-63). (ORDINANCE NO. 18428) COUNCIL MEMO #571-22 was adopted with the condition NOT TO EXCEED THREE (3) HIGH. The request for NOT TO EXCEED FIVE (5) HIGH was rejected. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: Mayor Robert O'Dekirk, Councilman Cesar Guerrero, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman and Councilwoman Sherri Reardon Nay: Councilman Joe Clement, Councilwoman Bettye Gavin, Councilman Terry Morris and Councilman Pat Mudron Page 8 of 11 City Council Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final November 15, 2022 RESOLUTIONS: Resolution to Declare Surplus Real Estate for Sale 573-22 Attachments: Resolution Exhibit A - City Surplus Parcels - 221103 Exhibit B - Methods of Selling Surplus RE Approver Report A motion was made by Councilwoman Sherri Reardon, seconded by Councilman Cesar Guerrero, to adopt COUNCIL MEMO #573-22: Resolution to Declare Surplus Real Estate for Sale. (RESOLUTION NO. 7817) The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: Councilman Joe Clement, Councilwoman Bettye Gavin, Councilman Cesar Guerrero, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilman Terry Morris, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman and Councilwoman Sherri Reardon Abstain: Mayor Robert O'Dekirk Resolution Appropriating Funds for Phase I Engineering 574-22 Services for the Theodore Street Bridge over Rock Run Creek Improvement Project - MFT Sect. No. 19-00522-00-BR in the amount of $34,594.66 Attachments: Resolution Approver Report A motion was made by Councilwoman Sherri Reardon, seconded by Councilman Cesar Guerrero, to adopt COUNCIL MEMO #574-22: Resolution Appropriating Funds for Phase I Engineering Services for the Theodore Street Bridge over Rock Run Creek Improvement Project - MFT Sect. No. 19-00522-00-BR in the amount of $34,594.66. (RESOLUTION NO. 7818) The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: Councilman Joe Clement, Councilwoman Bettye Gavin, Councilman Cesar Guerrero, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilman Terry Morris, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman and Councilwoman Sherri Reardon Abstain: Mayor Robert O'Dekirk Resolution Authorizing Execution of a Lease Amendment 575-22 between the City of Joliet and Will County (10 South Chicago Street) Page 9 of 11 City Council Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final November 15, 2022 Attachments: Resolution to Lease 10 S Chicago Lease Amendment - 10 S Chicago - Will County 221103 Approver Report A motion was made by Councilman Cesar Guerrero, seconded by Councilman Joe Clement, to adopt COUNCIL MEMO #575-22: Resolution Authorizing Execution of a Lease Amendment between the City of Joliet and Will County (10 South Chicago Street). (RESOLUTION NO. 7819) The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: Councilman Joe Clement, Councilwoman Bettye Gavin, Councilman Cesar Guerrero, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilman Terry Morris, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman and Councilwoman Sherri Reardon Abstain: Mayor Robert O'Dekirk CITY MANAGER: The City Manager briefly discussed budget adjustments for sidewalk repairs and beautification of the City with weed removal and clean-up. A brief discussion was held regarding committing additional funding to increase sidewalk repairs and additional investment in City infrastructure improvements. NEW BUSINESS (Not for Final Action or Recommendation): In response to Councilman Hug's question, Greg Ruddy, Public Works Director, explained the tree trimming bids were significantly over the City's estimate. A brief discussion was held regarding the City's senior citizen snow removal program. Mayor O'Dekirk requested a sign be erected at the City's gateways to honor the American Legion Band championship. He also requested Fire Chief Carey give an update on the Thriveworks program at the next Council Meeting. PUBLIC COMMENTS: None. MAYOR AND COUNCIL COMMENTS: Councilman Clement wished everyone a Happy Thanksgiving. Councilwoman Gavin wished everyone a Happy Thanksgiving and thanked Mr. Ghedotte for all his hard work and congratulated Mr. Sing on his appointment. Councilman Hug congratulated all the varies High School sports teams on their Page 10 of 11 City Council Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final November 15, 2022 accomplishments this season. He also wished everyone a Happy Thanksgiving. Councilman Mudron highlighted the Joliet Catholic volleyball team on their placement at the State Tournament. Councilwoman Quillman highlighted the I Remember Joliet's Christmas Past event at the Joliet Area Museum and also gave an update on Brother Ed Arambasich Chaplain for the Joliet Fire Department. She wished everyone a Happy Thanksgiving. Councilwoman Reardon thanked Jayne Bernhard, City Planner, for all her work with Project Acclaim and congratulated Ed and Gloria Dollinger and Michael Turk on their induction into the organization's 2022 Hall of Pride. She also highlighted the Habitat ReStore Tinsel and 'Tinis event. Mayor O'Dekirk highlighted the Habitat for Humanities Veteran's Build on Black Road, The Pointe on Essington Road ribbon cutting, Veteran's Day celebrations by Joliet Central High School, American Legion Post 1080, and Tezak's Funeral Home; 70th Anniversary of St. Paul's MB Church, Riverwalk Community Pantry, Eisenhower School Blue Ribbon Award, Joliet Junior College Presidential Investiture of Dr. Clyne G.H. Namuo. He also wished all the veteran's a Happy Veteran's Day and everyone a Happy Thanksgiving. ADJOURNMENT: A motion was made by Councilman Larry E. Hug, seconded by Councilwoman Jan Quillman, to adjourn. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: Councilman Joe Clement, Councilwoman Bettye Gavin, Councilman Cesar Guerrero, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilman Terry Morris, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman and Councilwoman Sherri Reardon Abstain: Mayor Robert O'Dekirk Page 11 of 11