City Council Meeting

City of Joliet 150 West Jefferson Street Joliet, IL 60432 Meeting Minutes - Final Tuesday, May 7, 2024 6:30 PM City Hall, Council Chambers City Council Meeting MAYOR TERRY D'ARCY MAYOR PRO-TEM COUNCILWOMAN JAN HALLUMS QUILLMAN (4/1/2024 - 6/30/2024) COUNCILMAN CESAR CARDENAS COUNCILMAN JOE CLEMENT COUNCILMAN CESAR GUERRERO COUNCILMAN LARRY E. HUG COUNCILWOMAN SUZANNA IBARRA COUNCILMAN PAT MUDRON COUNCILWOMAN SHERRI REARDON City Manager - Beth Beatty Interim Corporation Counsel Christopher Regis, City Clerk Christa M. Desiderio City Council Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final May 7, 2024 Page 1 of 1 City Council Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final May 7, 2024 Citizens who are unable to attend the meeting can email comments in advance of the meeting to publiccomment@joliet.gov. INVOCATION: Pastor Jeff DeVries, Grace Bible Church, 114 Channahon Street, Shorewood PLEDGE TO THE FLAG: ROLL CALL: Present: Councilman Cesar Cardenas, Councilman Joe Clement, Councilman Cesar Guerrero, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilwoman Suzanna Ibarra, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman and Councilwoman Sherri Reardon Absent: Mayor Terry D'Arcy ALSO PRESENT: City Manager Beth Beatty and Interim Corporation Counsel Chris Regis. MAYOR: Proclamation - Recognizing Joliet Junior College Attachments: Joliet Junior College - Hispanic-Serving Institution.pdf Approver Report Councilman Guerrero read a Proclamation issued by Mayor D'Arcy recognizing Joliet Junior College. Joliet Junior College President Clyne Namuo acknowledge the College's Board of Trustees and staff, and he thanked the Council for their recognition. Proclamation - Recognizing St. Peter Evangelical Lutheran Church Attachments: Historic Pres. Month - St. Peter Evangelical Lutheran Church.pdf Approver Report Councilman Hug read a Proclamation issued by Mayor D'Arcy recognizing St. Peter Evangelical Lutheran Church. Mark Kroll, Chairman of congregation, thanked the Council for their recognition. Candace Johnson, Joliet Historic Preservation Commission and Bicentennial Bluffs Neighborhood Association, expressed her appreciation to the church for their support of the neighborhood. Proclamation - Recognizing Completion of the Joliet Railroad Museum Page 1 of 12 City Council Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final May 7, 2024 Attachments: Historic Pres. Month - Joliet Railroad Museum.pdf Approver Report Councilwoman Ibarra read a Proclamation issued by Mayor D'Arcy recognizing completion of the Joliet Railroad Museum. City Manager Beth Beatty recognized City staff and project partners for their efforts to bring the Joliet Railroad Museum to fruition. APPROVAL OF AGENDA: A motion was made by Councilman Cesar Guerrero, seconded by Councilman Cesar Cardenas, to approve the agenda as written with the following change: Remove COUNCIL MEMO #210-24: Authorization to Fund Predevelopment Loan Draw 9 to Riverwalk Homes LLC in the amount of $34,434.30 from Consent Agenda and vote on it separately. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: Councilman Cesar Cardenas, Councilman Joe Clement, Councilman Cesar Guerrero, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilwoman Suzanna Ibarra, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman and Councilwoman Sherri Reardon Absent: Mayor Terry D'Arcy CITIZENS TO BE HEARD ON AGENDA ITEMS: None. APPOINTMENTS: Reappointments to the Joliet Arts Commissions Attachments: Reappointments Joliet Arts Commission.pdf Approver Report A motion was made by Councilwoman Sherri Reardon, seconded by Councilwoman Suzanna Ibarra, to reappoint Eric Gorder, John Simpson, Jr., Peg Stoiber, and Deborah Summers to the Joliet Arts Commissions with their terms expiring on May 3, 2026. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: Councilman Cesar Cardenas, Councilman Joe Clement, Councilman Cesar Guerrero, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilwoman Suzanna Ibarra, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman and Councilwoman Sherri Reardon Absent: Mayor Terry D'Arcy Page 2 of 12 City Council Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final May 7, 2024 COUNCIL COMMITTEE REPORTS: Public Safety Councilman Clement gave an overview and explanation of the items discussed at the Tuesday, May 7, 2024 Public Safety Committee Meeting. Link: https://joliet.granicus.com/player/clip/5331?view_id=6&redirect=true Public Service Councilman Hug gave an overview and explanation of the items discussed at the Monday, May 6, 2024 Public Service Committee Meeting. Allison Swisher, Director of Public Utilities, briefly discussed an award given to the Public Utilities Department for water conservation. Link: https://joliet.granicus.com/player/clip/5328?view_id=6&redirect=true CONSENT AGENDA: Approval of Minutes: Pre-Council Meeting - April 15, 2024 Special City Council Meeting - April 22, 2024 Attachments: Pre-Council Meeting Minutes - April 15, 2024.pdf Special City Council Meeting Minutes - April 22, 2024.pdf Approver Report Invoices to be Paid Attachments: Invoices to be Paid 05.07.24 Approver Report Award of Contract for the Manhole Replacement at East Side 206-24 Treatment Plant to Performance Construction & Engineering LLC in the amount of $69,890.00 Attachments: Approver Report Award of Contract for the Russell Street (Highland - 207-24 Clement) Roadway Project -MFT Section No. 24-00564-00-FP to Austin Tyler Construction, Inc. in the amount of $192,250.04 Attachments: Approver Report Page 3 of 12 City Council Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final May 7, 2024 Award of Contract for the 2024 Pavement Marking Program - 208-24 MFT Section No. 24-00566-00-ST to Superior Road Striping Inc. in the amount of $260,432.00 Attachments: Approver Report Approve Purchase of Replacement Pump for the Riverside 209-24 Lift Station from Metropolitan Industries in the amount of $28,671.00 Attachments: Approver Report Authorization to Fund Draw 9 for Tax Increment Financing 211-24 District #7 in the amount of $682,036.14 Attachments: RRC Draw 9 Approver Report Amendment No. 1 to the Professional Services Agreement 212-24 for the Storm Sewer GIS Mapping Project Contract 2 to TWIG Technologies in the amount of $186,025.00 Attachments: Storm GIS Contract 2 Amendment 1 Map Exhibit.pdf Approver Report Amendment No. 1 for the Professional Servies Agreement 213-24 for the Phase III Engineering Services for the Chicago Street Sidewalk Vault Contract 2 to Civiltech Engineering Inc. in an amount not to exceed $42,630.00 Attachments: Approver Report Change Order No. 2 for the Sidewalk Vault Improvements - 214-24 102 N. Chicago Street, 175 N. Chicago Street, 2 Clinton Street to Lindblad Construction in the amount of $200,160.50 Attachments: Approver Report Approve Payment of the 2024 Membership Dues for the 215-24 Lower DuPage Watershed Group in the amount of $25,151.56 Attachments: Approver Report Consent Agenda Items Approved A motion was made by Councilman Guerrero, seconded by Councilwoman Ibarra, to approve all said Consent Agenda Items. The motion carried by the following vote: Page 4 of 12 City Council Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final May 7, 2024 Aye: Councilman Cesar Cardenas, Councilman Joe Clement, Councilman Cesar Guerrero, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilwoman Suzanna Ibarra, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman and Councilwoman Sherri Reardon Absent: Mayor Terry D'Arcy Authorization to Fund Predevelopment Loan Draw 9 to 210-24 Riverwalk Homes LLC in the amount of $34,434.30 Attachments: _Riverwalk Homes OSS Pre Dev-Draw 9 Package - 4.12.24 Approver Report A motion was made by Councilman Cesar Cardenas, seconded by Councilman Pat Mudron, to approve COUNCIL MEMO #210-24: Authorization to Fund Predevelopment Loan Draw 9 to Riverwalk Homes LLC in the amount of $34,434.30. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: Councilman Cesar Cardenas, Councilman Joe Clement, Councilman Cesar Guerrero, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman and Councilwoman Sherri Reardon Nay: Councilman Larry E. Hug Absent: Mayor Terry D'Arcy Abstain: Councilwoman Suzanna Ibarra LICENSES AND PERMIT APPLICATIONS: Application for a Drive Thru Permit for a Taco Pros 217-24 Restaurant at 2565 Plainfield Road Attachments: 2565 Plainfield Taco Pro Drive Thru Permit Application.pdf 2565 Plainfield Taco Pros Drive Thru Permit Exhibit.pdf 2565 Plainfield Taco Pros Drive Thru Permit Letter.pdf Approver Report In response to Councilwoman Quillman's question, Director of Public Works Greg Ruddy discussed the City's lighting Ordinance. A motion was made by Councilman Larry E. Hug, seconded by Councilwoman Suzanna Ibarra, to approve COUNCIL MEMO #217-24: Application for a Drive Thru Permit for a Taco Pros Restaurant at 2565 Plainfield Road. The motion carried by the following vote: Page 5 of 12 City Council Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final May 7, 2024 Aye: Councilman Cesar Cardenas, Councilman Joe Clement, Councilman Cesar Guerrero, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilwoman Suzanna Ibarra, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman and Councilwoman Sherri Reardon Absent: Mayor Terry D'Arcy PUBLIC HEARINGS: ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS: ORDINANCES: Ordinance Amending Chapter 2, Article I, Section 2-21(b) and 219-24 (c), Attendance by Members of Boards and Commissions, of the City of Joliet Code of Ordinances Attachments: Amending Chapter 2 Boards and Commissions.docx Approver Report A motion was made by Councilwoman Sherri Reardon, seconded by Councilwoman Suzanna Ibarra, to adopt COUNCIL MEMO #219-24: Ordinance Amending Chapter 2, Article I, Section 2-21(b) and (c), Attendance by Members of Boards and Commissions, of the City of Joliet Code of Ordinances. (ORDINANCE NO. 18643) The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: Councilman Cesar Cardenas, Councilman Joe Clement, Councilman Cesar Guerrero, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilwoman Suzanna Ibarra, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman and Councilwoman Sherri Reardon Absent: Mayor Terry D'Arcy Ordinance Amending Chapter 3 of the Code of Ordinances 220-24 (Administrative Adjudication) Attachments: Amending Chapter 3 Ordinance Approver Report A motion was made by Councilwoman Sherri Reardon, seconded by Councilman Pat Mudron, to adopt COUNCIL MEMO #220-24: Ordinance Amending Chapter 3 of the Code of Ordinances (Administrative Adjudication). (ORDINANCE NO. 18644) The motion carried by the following vote: Page 6 of 12 City Council Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final May 7, 2024 Aye: Councilman Cesar Cardenas, Councilman Joe Clement, Councilman Cesar Guerrero, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilwoman Suzanna Ibarra, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman and Councilwoman Sherri Reardon Absent: Mayor Terry D'Arcy RESOLUTIONS: Resolution Requesting the Closure of Routes 6 and 30 for 222-24 the 2024 Light Up the Holidays Parade Route Attachments: Resolution Parade Route.pdf Approver Report A motion was made by Councilwoman Suzanna Ibarra, seconded by Councilman Cesar Guerrero, to adopt COUNCIL MEMO #222-24: Resolution Requesting the Closure of Routes 6 and 30 for the 2024 Light Up the Holidays Parade Route. (RESOLUTION NO. 7999) The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: Councilman Cesar Cardenas, Councilman Joe Clement, Councilman Cesar Guerrero, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilwoman Suzanna Ibarra, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman and Councilwoman Sherri Reardon Absent: Mayor Terry D'Arcy Resolution Accepting and Placing on File the Joliet Historic 223-24 Preservation Commission Annual Report for 2023 Attachments: Resolution CLG-Annual-Update-City of Joliet_2023 Approver Report A motion was made by Councilman Cesar Guerrero, seconded by Councilman Joe Clement, to adopt COUNCIL MEMO #223-24: Resolution Accepting and Placing on File the Joliet Historic Preservation Commission Annual Report for 2023. (RESOLUTION NO. 8000) The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: Councilman Cesar Cardenas, Councilman Joe Clement, Councilman Cesar Guerrero, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilwoman Suzanna Ibarra, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman and Councilwoman Sherri Reardon Page 7 of 12 City Council Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final May 7, 2024 Absent: Mayor Terry D'Arcy Resolution Amending Approval Dedicating a Portion of 224-24 Cherry Hill Road and Spencer Road as Public Right of Way. Attachments: Resolution Plat of Dedication_SEC Cherry Hill & Spencer Dedication of ROW Form_Cherry Hill & Spencer Dedication Legal_SEC Cherry Hill & Spencer SEC Cherry Hill & Spencer_Concept Site Plan Council Memo_Cherry Hill & Spencer ROW Dedication Plan Commission Staff Report Approver Report A motion was made by Councilman Cesar Guerrero, seconded by Councilman Cesar Cardenas, to adopt COUNCIL MEMO #224-24: Resolution Amending Approval Dedicating a Portion of Cherry Hill Road and Spencer Road as Public Right of Way. (RESOLUTION NO. 8001) The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: Councilman Cesar Cardenas, Councilman Joe Clement, Councilman Cesar Guerrero, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilwoman Suzanna Ibarra, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman and Councilwoman Sherri Reardon Absent: Mayor Terry D'Arcy Resolution Amending Approval Dedicating a 0.18-Acre 225-24 Portion of Spencer Road and a 0.85-Acre Portion of Spencer Road as Public Right of Way. Attachments: Resolution Plat of Dedication_Spencer East Dedication of ROW Form_Spencer 0.18 & 0.85-Acre Portion Legal Description Cherry Hill Business Park West Unit 6 Phase 2 Final Plat SEC Cherry Hill & Spencer_Concept Site Plan Approver Report A motion was made by Councilman Cesar Cardenas, seconded by Councilman Joe Clement, to adopt COUNCIL MEMO #225-24: Resolution Amending Approval Dedicating a 0.18-Acre Portion of Spencer Road and a 0.85-Acre Portion of Spencer Road as Public Right of Way. (RESOLUTION NO. 8002) The motion carried by the following vote: Page 8 of 12 City Council Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final May 7, 2024 Aye: Councilman Cesar Cardenas, Councilman Joe Clement, Councilman Cesar Guerrero, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilwoman Suzanna Ibarra, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman and Councilwoman Sherri Reardon Absent: Mayor Terry D'Arcy Resolution Approving Dedication of a 2.43-Acre Portion of 226-24 Spencer Road as Public Right of Way. Attachments: Resolution Plat of Dedication_NEC Cherry Hill & Spencer Dedication of ROW Form_NEC Cherry Hill & Spencer Legal Description Cherry Hill Business Park West Unit 6 Phase 2 Final Plat SEC Cherry Hill and Spencer_Concept Site Plan Approver Report A motion was made by Councilwoman Sherri Reardon, seconded by Councilman Cesar Guerrero, to adopt COUNCIL MEMO #226-24: Resolution Approving Dedication of a 2.43-Acre Portion of Spencer Road as Public Right of Way. (RESOLUTION NO. 8003) The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: Councilman Cesar Cardenas, Councilman Joe Clement, Councilman Cesar Guerrero, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilwoman Suzanna Ibarra, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman and Councilwoman Sherri Reardon Absent: Mayor Terry D'Arcy Resolution Authorizing Approval and Execution of a Real 227-24 Estate Sales Agreement for the Purchase of Real Property (710-718 South Raynor Avenue) and Purchase of Related Insurance Attachments: Resolution Joliet-Glosky Real Estate Sales Agreement Draft 4-29-2024.pdf Approver Report A motion was made by Councilman Larry E. Hug, seconded by Councilman Cesar Guerrero, to adopt COUNCIL MEMO #227-24: Resolution Authorizing Approval and Execution of a Real Estate Sales Agreement for the Purchase of Real Property (710-718 South Raynor Avenue) and Purchase of Related Insurance. (RESOLUTION NO. 8004) Page 9 of 12 City Council Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final May 7, 2024 The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: Councilman Cesar Cardenas, Councilman Joe Clement, Councilman Cesar Guerrero, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilwoman Suzanna Ibarra, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman and Councilwoman Sherri Reardon Absent: Mayor Terry D'Arcy Resolution Approving a Memorandum of Understanding with 228-24 the Heritage Corridor Destinations for Grant Funds under the IL DCEO Rt 66 Program up to $117,000.00 Attachments: Resolution MOU R66 FY24 coj ev charging 4-30 JP.pdf Approver Report A motion was made by Councilman Pat Mudron, seconded by Councilman Cesar Cardenas, to adopt COUNCIL MEMO #228-24: Resolution Approving a Memorandum of Understanding with the Heritage Corridor Destinations for Grant Funds under the IL DCEO Rt 66 Program up to $117,000.00. (RESOLUTION NO. 8005) The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: Councilman Cesar Cardenas, Councilman Joe Clement, Councilman Cesar Guerrero, Councilwoman Suzanna Ibarra, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman and Councilwoman Sherri Reardon Nay: Councilman Larry E. Hug Absent: Mayor Terry D'Arcy Resolution Appropriating Motor Fuel Tax Funding for the 229-24 Russell Street (Highland - Clement) Roadway Project- MFT Sect. No. 24-00564-00-FP Attachments: Resolution Approver Report A motion was made by Councilwoman Sherri Reardon, seconded by Councilman Larry E. Hug, to adopt COUNCIL MEMO #229-24: Resolution Appropriating Motor Fuel Tax Funding for the Russell Street (Highland - Clement) Roadway Project- MFT Sect. No. 24-00564-00-FP. (RESOLUTION NO. 8006) The motion carried by the following vote: Page 10 of 12 City Council Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final May 7, 2024 Aye: Councilman Cesar Cardenas, Councilman Joe Clement, Councilman Cesar Guerrero, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilwoman Suzanna Ibarra, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman and Councilwoman Sherri Reardon Absent: Mayor Terry D'Arcy Resolution Appropriating Motor Fuel Tax Funds for the 2024 230-24 Pavement Marking Program - MFT Section No. 24-00566-00-ST Attachments: Resolution Approver Report A motion was made by Councilman Cesar Guerrero, seconded by Councilman Joe Clement, to adopt COUNCIL MEMO #230-24: Resolution Appropriating Motor Fuel Tax Funds for the 2024 Pavement Marking Program - MFT Section No. 24-00566-00-ST. (RESOLUTION NO. 8007) The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: Councilman Cesar Cardenas, Councilman Joe Clement, Councilman Cesar Guerrero, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilwoman Suzanna Ibarra, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman and Councilwoman Sherri Reardon Absent: Mayor Terry D'Arcy CITY MANAGER: The City Manager congratulated Joliet Junior College on officially being granted the status of a Hispanic-Serving Institution and wished Councilman Guerrero a Happy Belated Birthday. She highlighted the swearing-in of new police officers, tour of the downtown Public Library, luncheon at City Hall, and wished the Slammers good luck on opening day. PUBLIC COMMENTS: Kathy Garthus congratulated St. Peter Evangelical Lutheran Church and spoke regarding her previous property on Vetter Road. Delilah LeGrett spoke regarding East Gate Logistics Park. Matt Robins spoke regarding NorthPoint project. Margie Cepon spoke regarding NorthPoint project. MAYOR AND COUNCIL COMMENTS: Councilwoman Reardon highlighted her tour of the Slammers Stadium, wished her mother Page 11 of 12 City Council Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final May 7, 2024 and everyone a Happy Mother's Day, and congratulated the City Manager and her fianc é on their upcoming wedding. Councilman Mudron congratulated the City Manager on her upcoming wedding. He highlighted the swearing-in of new police officers, and support for the Slammers. Councilwoman Ibarra highlighted MAC mentoring with the Hook-Up of Black Women, Second Baptist Church 144th Anniversary, and Peace Over Violence at St. Mark's Church. She spoke regarding an emergency at Joshua Arms and wished her mother and everyone a Happy Mother's Day. Councilman Hug wished his wife and everyone a Happy Mother's Day. Councilman Guerrero wished his mother a Happy Birthday and Happy Mother's Day. He spoke regarding Joliet Junior College and diversity, equity, and inclusion. Councilman Clement highlighted the clean-up of viaducts and entryways. He briefly discussed continued work on weeds and sidewalk repairs. At Councilman Clement's request, Mr. Ruddy brief discussion the process for roadway repair after water main breaks. Councilman Clement discussed concerns he received regarding vans dropping off migrants in the 2200 block of Jefferson Street.. Councilman Cardenas spoke regarding traffic control with the closure of the Ruby Street bridge. He highlighted Belmont Little League opening day, wished his mother a Happy Mother's Day, highlighted Slammers opening day, and congratulated the City Manager and fiancé on their upcoming wedding. Councilwoman Quillman spoke regarding the Cass Street bridge, traffic signals on Jackson Street. She highlighted attending the National Hook Up of Black Women Convention, police officer swearing-in, clean-up of viaducts, and wished everyone a Happy Mother's Day, including her niece and her nephew's fiancé a Happy first Mother's Day. CLOSED SESSION: A motion was made by Councilman Guerrero, seconded by Councilman Cardenas, that this was enter into closed session to discuss personnel, collective bargaining, land acquisition or conveyance, pending or threatened litigation after which the meeting will be adjourned . The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: Councilman Cesar Cardenas, Councilman Joe Clement, Councilman Cesar Guerrero, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilwoman Suzanna Ibarra, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman and Councilwoman Sherri Reardon Absent: Mayor Terry D'Arcy Page 12 of 12