City Council Meeting

City of Joliet 150 West Jefferson Street Joliet, IL 60432 Meeting Minutes - Final Tuesday, October 21, 2025 6:30 PM City Hall, Council Chambers City Council Meeting MAYOR TERRY D'ARCY MAYOR PRO-TEM COUNCILMAN JUAN MORENO (10/1/2025 - 12/31/2025) COUNCILMAN CESAR CARDENAS COUNCILMAN JOE CLEMENT COUNCILMAN LARRY E. HUG COUNCILWOMAN SUZANNA IBARRA COUNCILMAN PAT MUDRON COUNCILWOMAN JAN HALLUMS QUILLMAN COUNCILWOMAN SHERRI REARDON City Manager - Beth Beatty Interim Corporation Counsel - Todd Lenzie City Clerk - Lauren O'Hara City Council Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final October 21, 2025 Citizens who are unable to attend the meeting can email comments in advance of the meeting to publiccomment@joliet.gov. INVOCATION: Father Chris Groh, Chaplain for the Joliet Police and Fire Departments PLEDGE TO THE FLAG: ROLL CALL: The Mayor took a moment of silence for the passing of Councilwoman Reardon's father-in-law. Present: Mayor Terry D'Arcy, Councilman Cesar Cardenas, Councilman Joe Clement, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilwoman Suzanna Ibarra, Councilman Juan Moreno, Councilman Pat Mudron and Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman Absent: Councilwoman Sherri Reardon ALSO PRESENT: City Manager Beth Beatty and Interim Corporation Counsel Todd Lenzie. MAYOR: Proclamation Recognizing United Nations Day 2025 Attachments: Proclamation Recognizing United Nations Day (Zonta) 2025 (2).pdf Approver Report Councilwoman Quillman read a proclamation recognizing United Nations Day 2025 for the Zonta Club of Joliet, some of whose members were in attendance. Mary Bedino - president of the Zonta Club of Joliet, spoke about what this proclamation means. APPROVAL OF AGENDA: A motion was made by Councilwoman Suzanna Ibarra, seconded by Councilman Juan Moreno, to approve the agenda as written. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: Mayor Terry D'Arcy, Councilman Cesar Cardenas, Councilman Joe Clement, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilwoman Suzanna Ibarra, Councilman Juan Moreno, Councilman Pat Mudron and Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman Absent: Councilwoman Sherri Reardon CITIZENS TO BE HEARD ON AGENDA ITEMS: None Page 1 of 11 City Council Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final October 21, 2025 This section is for anyone wanting to speak regarding agenda items and are allowed a maximum of 4 minutes. It is not a question and answer period and staff, and the City Council do not generally respond to public comments. The City Clerk has a copy of the public speaking procedures; please note, speakers who engage in conduct injurious to the harmony of the Council shall be called to order by the Presiding Officer and may forfeit the opportunity to speak. APPOINTMENTS: Appointment to the Committee for Citizens with Disabilities Attachments: Appointment to the Committee for Citizen's with Disabilities .pdf Approver Report A motion was made by Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman, seconded by Councilwoman Suzanna Ibarra, to appoint Travis Brown to replace Veronica J. Pollard on the Committee for Citizens with Disabilities. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: Mayor Terry D'Arcy, Councilman Cesar Cardenas, Councilman Joe Clement, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilwoman Suzanna Ibarra, Councilman Juan Moreno, Councilman Pat Mudron and Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman Absent: Councilwoman Sherri Reardon COUNCIL COMMITTEE REPORTS: Finance Councilman Mudron gave a brief overview of the Finance Committee meeting held October 21, 2025 in Council Chambers. Link: https://joliet.granicus.com/player/clip/6100?view_id=6&redirect=true Public Service Councilman Hug gave a brief overview of the Public Service Committee meeting held October 20, 2025 in Council Chambers. Link: https://joliet.granicus.com/player/clip/6093?view_id=6&redirect=true CONSENT AGENDA: Approval of Minutes: Attachments: Pre-Council Meeting Minutes - September 15, 2025.pdf City Council Meeting Minutes - September 16, 2025.pdf Approver Report Invoices to be Paid Attachments: Invoices 10.21.25.pdf Approver Report Page 2 of 11 City Council Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final October 21, 2025 Award of 2025 Traffic Signal Materials Purchase Order No. 5 557-25 to Traffic Control Corp. in the Amount of $28,562.00 Award of 2025 Traffic Signal Materials Purchase Order No. 5 to Traffic Control Corp. in the Amount of $28,562.00 Attachments: Approver Report Award of Professional Services Contract for the Removal of 558-25 Fuel and Fuel Tanks from 9 Osgood Street to Petroleum Technologies Equipment, Inc. in the Amount of $125,000.00 Award of Professional Services Contract for the Removal of Fuel and Fuel Tanks from 9 Osgood Street to Petroleum Technologies Equipment, Inc. in the Amount of $125,000.00 Attachments: Approver Report Award of a Professional Engineering Services Agreement 559-25 Related to the Northpoint Development Plan Review to Hutchison Engineering in an Amount Not to Exceed $40,000.00 Award of a Professional Engineering Services Agreement Related to the Northpoint Development Plan Review to Hutchison Engineering in an Amount Not to Exceed $40,000.00 Attachments: Approver Report Approval of Change Order No. 1 for the Cass Street / 560-25 Jefferson Street Streetscape Repair Project - 2024 to PT Ferro Construction Co. in the Amount of $15,015.24 and Payment Request No. 2 and Final in the Amount of $16,755.46 Approval of Change Order No. 1 for the Cass Street / Jefferson Street Streetscape Repair Project - 2024 to PT Ferro Construction Co. in the Amount of $15,015.24 and Payment Request No. 2 and Final in the Amount of $16,755.46 Attachments: Approver Report Award of Contract for the Transfer of the City of Joliet’s 561-25 Satellite Flow Monitoring Sites to the SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition) System to Metropolitan Industries in the Amount of $196,475.00 Award of Contract for the Transfer of the City of Joliet’s Satellite Flow Monitoring Sites to the SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition) System to Metropolitan Industries in the Amount of $196,475.00 Page 3 of 11 City Council Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final October 21, 2025 Attachments: Metropolitan Agreement & Proposal - SCADA Transfer for Satellite Sites Approver Report Award of Professional Services Agreement for the Southeast 562-25 Joliet Sanitary District GIS Mapping Project to TWiG Technologies in the Amount of $93,387.50 Award of Professional Services Agreement for the Southeast Joliet Sanitary District GIS Mapping Project to TWiG Technologies in the Amount of $93,387.50 Attachments: SEJSD TWiG Agreement & Proposal Approver Report Approval of Payment for the Annual Sensus Analytics and 563-25 SaaS Systems to Core & Main LP in the amount of $87,623.00 Approval of Payment for the Annual Sensus Analytics and SaaS Systems to Core & Main LP in the amount of $87,623.00 Attachments: Core & Main Annual SAAS & SA Renewal 2025 Approver Report Approval of the Purchase of Water Metering Equipment from 564-25 Core & Main LP in the Amount of $350,000.00 Approval of the Purchase of Water Metering Equipment from Core & Main LP in the Amount of $350,000.00 Attachments: Core & Main Quotation - Joliet 2025 Approver Report Approval of Amendment No. 2 for the Professional Services 565-25 Agreement for Engineering Design Services for the Fairmont Water & Sewer Extension Project on Behalf of V3 Companies for a no Change in Cost Approval of Amendment No. 2 for the Professional Services Agreement for Engineering Design Services for the Fairmont Water & Sewer Extension Project on Behalf of V3 Companies for a no Change in Cost Attachments: Fairmont WS Extension PSA - Amendment #2 Approver Report Consent Agenda Items Approved A motion was made by Councilman Joe Clement, seconded by Councilman Cesar Cardenas, to approve said Consent Agenda items. The motion carried by the following vote: Page 4 of 11 City Council Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final October 21, 2025 Aye: Mayor Terry D'Arcy, Councilman Cesar Cardenas, Councilman Joe Clement, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilwoman Suzanna Ibarra, Councilman Juan Moreno, Councilman Pat Mudron and Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman Absent: Councilwoman Sherri Reardon AGENDA ITEM: Approval of Retiree Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits 567-25 Options Approval of Retiree Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits Options Attachments: Approver Report A motion was made by Councilman Cesar Cardenas, seconded by Councilman Pat Mudron, to approve COUNCIL MEMO #567-25: Approval of Retiree Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits Options. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: Mayor Terry D'Arcy, Councilman Cesar Cardenas, Councilman Joe Clement, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilwoman Suzanna Ibarra, Councilman Juan Moreno, Councilman Pat Mudron and Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman Absent: Councilwoman Sherri Reardon LICENSES AND PERMIT APPLICATIONS: Issuance of Class “B” Liquor License at 3340 Mall Loop 569-25 Drive - El Flamingo Bar & Grill Inc. Issuance of Class “B” Liquor License at 3340 Mall Loop Drive - El Flamingo Bar & Grill Inc. Attachments: EL FLAMINGO BAR & GRILL INC - 3340 MALL LOOP DRIVE - LIQUOR HEARING FINDINGS REPORT.pdf Approver Report Councilman Hug mentions it is in his district and he approves. A motion was made by Councilman Larry E. Hug, seconded by Councilwoman Suzanna Ibarra, to approve COUNCIL MEMO #569-25: Issuance of Class “B” Liquor License at 3340 Mall Loop Drive - El Flamingo Bar & Grill Inc. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: Mayor Terry D'Arcy, Councilman Cesar Cardenas, Councilman Joe Clement, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilwoman Suzanna Ibarra, Councilman Juan Moreno, Councilman Pat Mudron and Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman Page 5 of 11 City Council Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final October 21, 2025 Absent: Councilwoman Sherri Reardon Resolution to Deny Issuance of Class “B” Liquor License at 570-25 3111 Theodore Street - Spicy Larry Café LLC Resolution to Deny Issuance of Class “B” Liquor License at 3111 Theodore Street - Spicy Larry Café LLC Attachments: SPICY LARRY CAFE -3111 THEODORE STREET - LIQUOR HEARING FINDINGS REPORT.doc.pdf SPICY LARRY CAFE - 3111 THEODORE STREET - ORDER TO DENY.pdf SPICY LARRY CAFE -3111 THEODORE STREET - RESOLUTION TO DENY.pdf Approver Report Councilman Hug mentions his is in agreement with Liquor Commissioners recommendation. A motion was made by Councilman Larry E. Hug, seconded by Councilwoman Suzanna Ibarra, to approve COUNCIL MEMO #570-25: Resolution to Deny Issuance of Class “B” Liquor License at 3111 Theodore Street - Spicy Larry Café LLC. (Resolution 8211) The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: Mayor Terry D'Arcy, Councilman Cesar Cardenas, Councilman Joe Clement, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilwoman Suzanna Ibarra, Councilman Juan Moreno, Councilman Pat Mudron and Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman Absent: Councilwoman Sherri Reardon PUBLIC HEARINGS: All evidence and testimony will be presented under oath. The petitioner will be allowed to present first. After the petitioner is completed, interested parties will be allowed to present evidence and/or cross examine the petitioner. As this hearing is legislative in nature and not administrative, an interested party shall be defined as someone who either owns property within 600 feet of the proposed development site, or a member or official representative of an affected governmental body; the remainder of those who wish to be heard shall be classified as public speakers. Interested parties will present second. Once the interested parties have completed, public speakers will be heard. These individuals are public speakers, so the applicable public speaking rules shall be in effect: Speakers should try to address all comments to the council as a whole and not to any individual member, repetitive comments are discouraged, total comment time for any one person is 4 minutes, no speaker shall engage in a debate or make direct threats or personal attacks or be uncivil or abusive, disruptive behavior by the members of the public will not be tolerated, and the presiding officer may limit irrelevant, immaterial, or inappropriate comments or statements. ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS: ORDINANCES: Ordinance for the Levy and Assessment of Taxes for the 572-25 Fiscal Year Beginning January 1, 2025 and Ending December 31, 2025, in and for the 1996 Joliet Special Service Area Number Fourteen (Joliet City Center) Page 6 of 11 City Council Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final October 21, 2025 Ordinance for the Levy and Assessment of Taxes for the Fiscal Year Beginning January 1, 2025 and Ending December 31, 2025, in and for the 1996 Joliet Special Service Area Number Fourteen (Joliet City Center) Attachments: City Center SSA Levy.docx Approver Report A motion was made by Councilman Pat Mudron, seconded by Mayor Terry D'Arcy, to approve COUNCIL MEMO #572-25: Ordinance for the Levy and Assessment of Taxes for the Fiscal Year Beginning January 1, 2025 and Ending December 31, 2025, in and for the 1996 Joliet Special Service Area Number Fourteen (Joliet City Center). (Ordinance 18795) The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: Mayor Terry D'Arcy, Councilman Cesar Cardenas, Councilman Joe Clement, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilwoman Suzanna Ibarra, Councilman Juan Moreno, Councilman Pat Mudron and Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman Absent: Councilwoman Sherri Reardon Ordinance for the Levy and Assessment of Taxes for the 573-25 Fiscal Year Beginning January 1, 2025 and Ending December 31, 2025, in and for the 2009 Joliet Special Service Area Number Seven (Park Hill Subdivision) Ordinance for the Levy and Assessment of Taxes for the Fiscal Year Beginning January 1, 2025 and Ending December 31, 2025, in and for the 2009 Joliet Special Service Area Number Seven (Park Hill Subdivision) Attachments: Park Hill SSA Levy.docx Approver Report A motion was made by Councilman Pat Mudron, seconded by Mayor Terry D'Arcy, to approve COUNCIL MEMO #573-25: Ordinance for the Levy and Assessment of Taxes for the Fiscal Year Beginning January 1, 2025 and Ending December 31, 2025, in and for the 2009 Joliet Special Service Area Number Seven (Park Hill Subdivision). (Ordinance 18796) The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: Mayor Terry D'Arcy, Councilman Cesar Cardenas, Councilman Joe Clement, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilwoman Suzanna Ibarra, Councilman Juan Moreno, Councilman Pat Mudron and Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman Absent: Councilwoman Sherri Reardon RESOLUTIONS: Resolution Appointing an Authorized Agent for Purposes of 575-25 the Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund Page 7 of 11 City Council Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final October 21, 2025 Resolution Appointing an Authorized Agent for Purposes of the Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund Attachments: IMRF Resolution Approver Report A motion was made by Councilwoman Suzanna Ibarra, seconded by Councilman Pat Mudron, to approve COUNCIL MEMO #575-25: Resolution Appointing an Authorized Agent for Purposes of the Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund. (Resolution 8212) The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: Mayor Terry D'Arcy, Councilman Cesar Cardenas, Councilman Joe Clement, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilwoman Suzanna Ibarra, Councilman Juan Moreno, Councilman Pat Mudron and Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman Absent: Councilwoman Sherri Reardon Resolution Declaring Certain City of Joliet Property as 576-25 Surplus Resolution Declaring Certain City of Joliet Property as Surplus Attachments: Resolution Surplus List 10-2025.pdf Approver Report A motion was made by Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman, seconded by Mayor Terry D'Arcy, to approve COUNCIL MEMO #576-25: Resolution Declaring Certain City of Joliet Property as Surplus. (Resolution 8213) The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: Mayor Terry D'Arcy, Councilman Cesar Cardenas, Councilman Joe Clement, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilwoman Suzanna Ibarra, Councilman Juan Moreno, Councilman Pat Mudron and Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman Absent: Councilwoman Sherri Reardon Resolution Approving the Subrecipient Award Agreement 577-25 between Will County and the City of Joliet for the Southeast Joliet Sanitary District Water System Improvements Resolution Approving the Subrecipient Award Agreement between Will County and the City of Joliet for the Southeast Joliet Sanitary District Water System Improvements Attachments: Resolution Will County and SEJoliet SGA OCT25-Updated Scope Approver Report Page 8 of 11 City Council Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final October 21, 2025 Councilwoman Ibarra spoke in support of this item and how much this will help those in that district. A motion was made by Councilman Larry E. Hug, seconded by Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman, to approve COUNCIL MEMO #577-25: Resolution Approving the Subrecipient Award Agreement between Will County and the City of Joliet for the Southeast Joliet Sanitary District Water System Improvements. (Resolution 8214) The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: Mayor Terry D'Arcy, Councilman Cesar Cardenas, Councilman Joe Clement, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilwoman Suzanna Ibarra, Councilman Juan Moreno, Councilman Pat Mudron and Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman Absent: Councilwoman Sherri Reardon Resolution Authorizing Execution of an Intergovernmental 578-25 Agreement Between the Southeast Joliet Sanitary District and the City of Joliet Resolution Authorizing Execution of an Intergovernmental Agreement Between the Southeast Joliet Sanitary District and the City of Joliet Attachments: Resolution Final IGA & Attachment - Joliet & SEJSD 101425 Approver Report A motion was made by Councilwoman Suzanna Ibarra, seconded by Councilman Cesar Cardenas, to approve COUNCIL MEMO #578-25: Resolution Authorizing Execution of an Intergovernmental Agreement Between the Southeast Joliet Sanitary District and the City of Joliet. (Resolution 8215) The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: Mayor Terry D'Arcy, Councilman Cesar Cardenas, Councilman Joe Clement, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilwoman Suzanna Ibarra, Councilman Juan Moreno, Councilman Pat Mudron and Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman Absent: Councilwoman Sherri Reardon CITY MANAGER: The City Manager congratulated Officer William Moore who was promoted to the rank of Sergeant, spoke on the workshops that occurred and will continue happening for the Unity Dome, mentioned the Halloween Map and Halloween trick or treat hours and reminded those about the JPD Trunk or Treat. PUBLIC COMMENTS: Page 9 of 11 City Council Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final October 21, 2025 Diane Matter - spoke regarding her concerns about the Love's Truck Stop and suggestions to make it better like a cul-de-sac being implemented. Cathy Garthus - offered prayers to Councilwoman Reardon and her family for their loss, spoke on her issues of securing housing, concerns on why companies get property tax reductions, thanked everyone for being there for her through all that has happened the last couple of years. This section is for anyone wanting to speak regarding non-agenda items and are allowed a maximum of 4 minutes. It is not a question and answer period and staff, and the City Council do not generally respond to public comments. The City Clerk has a copy of the public speaking procedures; please note, speakers who engage in conduct injurious to the harmony of the Council shall be called to order by the Presiding Officer and may forfeit the opportunity to speak. MAYOR AND COUNCIL COMMENTS: Councilman Cardenas - offered his condolences to Councilwoman Reardon and her family, thanked the Laraway Community Consolidated School District for inviting him to speak at their Hispanic Heritage event the week prior. Councilman Clement - offered his condolences to Councilwoman Reardon and her family. Councilman Hug - wished everyone a happy and safe Halloween, and condolences to Councilwoman Reardon and her family. Councilwoman Ibarra - invited everyone to Take Back the Night at Crossroads Church, Thursday October 23, spoke on her participation with the Unity Dome workshop and encouraged everyone to participate online, and offered her condolences to Councilwoman Reardon and her family.. Councilman Moreno - offered his condolences to Councilwoman Reardon and her family, and wished everyone a safe and happy Halloween. Councilman Mudron - Kappa Organization had two successful fundraising events Councilwoman Quillman - offered her condolences to Councilwoman Reardon and her family, mentioned to everyone to be aware of trick-or-treaters and have a safe and happy Halloween . Mayor D'Arcy - mentioned his attendance at the CED After Hours event, the Route 66 Annual Conference, the East and Southeast Regional Alliance meeting, and the Unity Dome workshop and interaction with the artist, his attendance a dedication for Crawford Honors College at JJC, and the Bays Tower Grand Opening, offered his condolences to Councilwoman Reardon and her family. ADJOURNMENT: A motion was made by Councilwoman Suzanna Ibarra, seconded by Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman, to adjourn. The motion carried by the following vote: Page 10 of 11 City Council Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final October 21, 2025 Aye: Mayor Terry D'Arcy, Councilman Cesar Cardenas, Councilman Joe Clement, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilwoman Suzanna Ibarra, Councilman Juan Moreno, Councilman Pat Mudron and Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman Absent: Councilwoman Sherri Reardon This meeting will be held in an accessible location. If you need a reasonable accommodation, please contact The City Clerk Office, 150 West Jefferson Street, Joliet, Illinois 60432 at (815) 724-3780. Live, online streaming of Regular City Council and Pre-Council meetings is now available at www.joliet.gov. Videos and agenda packets can be accessed by clicking on the Meetings & Agendas link at the center of the home page for "Joliet City Council E-Agenda & Streaming Video." The new page includes archived footage and interactive agendas available for the public to view at their convenience. Page 11 of 11