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City of Joliet 150 West Jefferson Street Joliet, IL 60432 Meeting Minutes - Final Tuesday, November 4, 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 November 4, 2025 Citizens who are unable to attend the meeting can email comments in advance of the meeting to publiccomment@joliet.gov. INVOCATION: Rabbi Jenny Steinberg-Martinez, Stepping Stones Treatment Center, 1114 N Larkin Avenue, Joliet PLEDGE TO THE FLAG: ROLL CALL: Present: Mayor Terry D'Arcy, Councilman Cesar Cardenas, Councilman Joe Clement, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilwoman Suzanna Ibarra, Councilman Juan Moreno, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman and Councilwoman Sherri Reardon ALSO PRESENT: City Manager Beth Beatty and Interim Corporation Counsel Todd Lenzie. MAYOR: APPROVAL OF AGENDA: A motion was made by Councilwoman Suzanna Ibarra, seconded by Councilman Cesar Cardenas, 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, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman and Councilwoman Sherri Reardon Aye: Mayor Terry D'Arcy, Councilman Cesar Cardenas, Councilman Joe Clement, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilwoman Suzanna Ibarra, Councilman Juan Moreno, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman and Councilwoman Sherri Reardon CITIZENS TO BE HEARD ON AGENDA ITEMS: None. 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: COUNCIL COMMITTEE REPORTS: Land Use & Economic Development Page 1 of 12 City Council Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final November 4, 2025 Councilman Cardenas gave a brief overview of the Land Use & Economic Development Committee meeting held October 22, 2025 in Council Chambers. Emily McGuire, part of the City's Economic Development department, gave a presentation regarding the Casa Catrina lease on the nights agenda under Council Memo# 598-25. The owners as well as the Chef expressed their excitement to open their restaurant in the City. Council asked questions to the owners who provided more information regarding the restaurants plans. Paulina Martinez, Economic Development Director, gave a presentation on the Public Hearing and Ordinance for the Designation of an Area for the River Edge Redevelopment Zone on the night agenda under Council Memo's 590-25 and 593-25. Council members asked followed up questions for clarifications on what the River Edge Redevelopment Zone entails. Link: https://joliet.granicus.com/player/clip/6103?view_id=6&redirect=true Public Assets Councilwoman Ibarra gave a brief overview of the Public Assets Committee meeting held November 4, 2025 in the Executive Conference Room. Councilman Hug clarified that we need to remediate the Stadium building before we can do anything with it. Link: https://joliet.granicus.com/player/clip/6111?view_id=6&redirect=true Public Service Councilman Hug gave a brief overview of the Public Service Committee meeting held November 3, 2025 in Council Chambers. Link: https://joliet.granicus.com/player/clip/6106?view_id=6&redirect=true CONSENT AGENDA: Approval of Minutes: Attachments: Pre-Council Meeting Minutes - October 6, 2025.pdf Council Meeting Minutes - October 7, 2025.pdf Approver Report Invoices to be Paid Attachments: Invoices 11.04.25.pdf Approver Report Page 2 of 12 City Council Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final November 4, 2025 Approval of Change Order No. 3 for the Bridge Street 579-25 (Nicholson Street - Center Street) Roadway Improvement Project - MFT Section No. 24-00562-00-FP to PT Ferro Construction Co., a Deduction in the Amount of ($11,139.97), and Payment Request No. 4 & Final in the Amount of $33,566.80 Attachments: Approver Report Approval of Purchase One (1) Ford F250 Service Truck from 580-25 Rod Baker Ford in the Amount of $66,063.70 Attachments: Approver Report Approval of Purchase Order No. 1 for the 2025 Bulk 581-25 Roadway Sign Materials to High Star Traffic in the Amount of $42,128.75 Attachments: Approver Report Approval of Change Order No. 1 for the 2025 Hickory - 582-25 Spring Creek Cleaning Project to Gregg W. Dobczyk Excavating in the Amount of $20,000.00 and Payment Request No. 1 & Final in the Amount of $150,000.00 Attachments: Approver Report Approval of Purchase of Replacement Waste Pumps for the 583-25 Aux Sable Wastewater Treatment Plant from Boerger LLC in the Amount of $60,000.00 Attachments: Boerger Q31018246 Aux Sable WWTP - Joliet IL bjv Approver Report Approval of a Contract with MMA Rx Solutions (Prescription 584-25 Drug Rebate Management) Attachments: Approver Report Consent Agenda Items Approved A motion was made by Councilwoman Suzanna Ibarra, seconded by Councilwoman Sherri Reardon, to approve all said Consent Agenda items. The motion carried by the follwoing 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, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman and Councilwoman Sherri Reardon Page 3 of 12 City Council Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final November 4, 2025 AGENDA ITEM: Approval of Change Order No. 2 for the Rosalind Street 586-25 Culvert Replacement Project to Austin Tyler Construction Inc., a Deduction in the Amount of ($2,704.50), and Payment Request No. 3 & Final in the Amount of $188,191.67 Attachments: Approver Report A motion was made by Councilman Cesar Cardenas, seconded by Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman, to approve COUNCIL MEMO #586-25: Approval of Change Order No. 2 for the Rosalind Street Culvert Replacement Project to Austin Tyler Construction Inc., a Deduction in the Amount of ($2,704.50), and Payment Request No. 3 & Final in the Amount of $188,191.67. 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 Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman and Councilwoman Sherri Reardon Abstain: Councilman Juan Moreno Approval of Change Order No. 2 for the Spring Creek Phase 587-25 1 Water Main Improvements Project to Austin Tyler Construction Inc. for a Deduction in the Amount of ($1,145,302.94) and Pay Estimate No. 9 and Final in the Amount of $1,302,885.60 Attachments: Approver Report A motion was made by Councilman Larry E. Hug, seconded by Mayor Terry D'Arcy, to approve COUNCIL MEMO #587-25: Approval of Change Order No. 2 for the Spring Creek Phase 1 Water Main Improvements Project to Austin Tyler Construction Inc. for a Deduction in the Amount of ($1,145,302.94) and Pay Estimate No. 9 and Final in the Amount of $1,302,885.60. 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 Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman and Councilwoman Sherri Reardon Abstain: Councilman Juan Moreno 2025 Property Tax Levy Discussion 588-25 Attachments: Approver Report Kevin Sing, Finance Director, explained this discussion is required 20 days prior Page 4 of 12 City Council Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final November 4, 2025 to it's adoption in December, he also provided background information regarding this item. Councilwoman Quillman wanted to confirm there is no tax rate increase. Councilman Hug asked for further clarifications. LICENSES AND PERMIT APPLICATIONS: 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. Public Hearing Regarding an Ordinance Designating an Area 590-25 as the Joliet River Edge Redevelopment Zone Attachments: Approver Report The City Clerk opened and advised that this is a public hearing regarding an Ordinance Designating an Area as the Joliet River Edge Redevelopment Zone so any public comments would be in order at this time. The only speaker, Quinn Adamowski, Regional Advocacy Manager for Landmarks Illinois, spoke on the importance of this item in relation to the restoration of historic properties within the City of Joliet. Seeing no other speakers, the City Clerk then closed the Public Hearing. Page 5 of 12 City Council Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final November 4, 2025 Public Hearing for a Resolution Approving an Annexation 591-25 Agreement for 8.1 Acres Located East of Thoroughbred Lane, South of Old Renwick Road Resolution Approving an Annexation Agreement for 8.1 Acres Located East of Thoroughbred Lane, South of Old Renwick Road (A-3-25) Attachments: Resolution Annexation Agreement final draft A-3-25.pdf Plat of Annexation DeLeon Sub.pdf Preliminary PUD Plat DeLeon Sub.pdf Preliminary Site Plan DeLeon Sub.pdf Preliminary Landscape Plan DeLeon Sub.pdf Plan Commission Staff Report Packet A-2-25 PUD-3-25.pdf Plan Commission Minutes 08-21-25.pdf Approver Report The City Clerk, advised that this is a Public Hearing so any public comments would be in order at this time. No public comments were made, therefore, the City Clerk closed the Public Hearing. Councilman Hug asked Greg Ruddy to clarify on some details. A motion was made A motion was made by Councilman Larry E. Hug, seconded by Councilman Cesar Cardenas, to adopt COUNCIL MEMO #591-25: Resolution Approving an Annexation Agreement for 8.1 Acres Located East of Thoroughbred Lane, South of Old Renwick Road (A-3-25) (Resolution 8216). 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, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman and Councilwoman Sherri Reardon ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS: Page 6 of 12 City Council Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final November 4, 2025 ORDINANCES: Ordinance Designating an Area as the Joliet River Edge 593-25 Redevelopment Zone Attachments: Joliet_RERZ_Designation_ORD_.docx Proposed_RERZ_Boundary.pdf RERZ_Legal_Description.docx Joliet_RERZ_Application.docx Approver Report Mayor D'Arcy thanked Dustin and Paulina for their work on this project. A motion was made by Councilwoman Sherri Reardon, seconded by Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman, to adopt COUNCIL MEMO #593-25: Ordinance Designating an Area as the Joliet River Edge Redevelopment Zone (Ordinance 18797). 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, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman and Councilwoman Sherri Reardon Ordinances Associated with DeLeon Subdivision: 594-25 Ordinance Approving the Annexation of 8.1 Acres Located East of Thoroughbred Lane, South of Old Renwick Road (A-3-25) Ordinance Approving the Classification of 8.1 Acres East of Thoroughbred Lane, South of Old Renwick Road, to R-1B (Single-Family Residential) Zoning (A-3-25) Ordinance Approving the Preliminary Planned Unit Development of DeLeon Subdivision (PUD-6-25) Page 7 of 12 City Council Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final November 4, 2025 Attachments: Ordinance - Annexation DeLeon.docx Plat of Annexation A-3-25.pdf Ordinance - Zoning Classification DeLeon.docx Ordinance - Preliminary PUD DeLeon.docx Preliminary PUD Plat DeLeon Subdivision.pdf Preliminary Site Plan DeLeon Subdivision.pdf Preliminary Landscape Plan DeLeon Subdivision.pdf Plan Commission Staff Report Packet A-2-25 PUD-3-25.pdf Plan Commission Minutes 08-21-25.pdf Approver Report A motion was made by Councilman Larry E. Hug, seconded by Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman, to adopt COUNCIL MEMO #594-25: Ordinances Associated with DeLeon Subdivision: Ordinance Approving the Annexation of 8.1 Acres Located East of Thoroughbred Lane, South of Old Renwick Road (A-3-25) (Ordinance 18798) Ordinance Approving the Classification of 8.1 Acres East of Thoroughbred Lane, South of Old Renwick Road, to R-1B (Single-Family Residential) Zoning (A-3-25) (Ordinance 18799) Ordinance Approving the Preliminary Planned Unit Development of DeLeon Subdivision (PUD-6-25) (Ordinance 18800). 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, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman and Councilwoman Sherri Reardon Ordinance Vacating 0.028 Acres of a Public Drainage 595-25 Easement at 1715 Terry Drive Attachments: Plat of Vacation.pdf Legal Description.pdf Ordinance - Easement Vacation Terry Drive.pdf Public Works Approval Letter.pdf Approver Report A motion was made by Councilwoman Suzanna Ibarra, seconded by Councilwoman Sherri Reardon, to adopt COUNCIL MEMO #595-25: Ordinance Vacating 0.028 Acres of a Public Drainage Easement at 1715 Terry Drive (Ordinance 18801). Page 8 of 12 City Council Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final November 4, 2025 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, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman and Councilwoman Sherri Reardon Ordinance Approving the Fourth Amendment to 596-25 Development Agreement for Senior Suites of Joliet, LLC Building at 215 N. Ottawa Street Attachments: Senior_Suites_Ordinance.docx Senior_Suites_Fourth_Amendment_Agreement.docx Senior_Suites_Summary_ExhibitA.docx Approver Report A motion was made by Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman, seconded by Councilman Cesar Cardenas, to adopt COUNCIL MEMO #596-25: Ordinance Approving the Fourth Amendment to Development Agreement for Senior Suites of Joliet, LLC Building at 215 N. Ottawa Street (Ordinance 18802). 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, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman and Councilwoman Sherri Reardon RESOLUTIONS: Resolution Authorizing Execution of a Lease Agreement 598-25 Between the City of Joliet and La Sociedad, Inc., DBA Casa Catrina Mexican Heritage Cuisine Attachments: Resolution Casa_Catrina_Lease_Agreement.docx Casa_Catrina_Attachments.pdf Approver Report A motion was made by Councilwoman Suzanna Ibarra, seconded by Councilman Cesar Cardenas, to adopt COUNCIL MEMO #598-25: Resolution Authorizing Execution of a Lease Agreement Between the City of Joliet and La Sociedad, Inc., DBA Casa Catrina Mexican Heritage Cuisine (Resolution 8217). The motion carried by the following vote: Page 9 of 12 City Council Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final November 4, 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, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman and Councilwoman Sherri Reardon Resolution Approving a Memorandum of Understanding 599-25 between the Regional Transportation Authority and the City of Joliet for Transit Oriented Development Zoning Regulations Attachments: Resolution Joliet Zoning Code MOU.pdf Approver Report A motion was made by Councilman Cesar Cardenas, seconded by Councilwoman Sherri Reardon, to adopt COUNCIL MEMO #599-25: Resolution Approving a Memorandum of Understanding between the Regional Transportation Authority and the City of Joliet for Transit Oriented Development Zoning Regulations (Resolution 8218). 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, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman and Councilwoman Sherri Reardon CITY MANAGER: The City Manager provided construction updates, the Des Plaines River Bridge Community Plan meeting happening November 13th, Providence Catholic High School's musical at Bicentennial Park this weekend, and the 4th CERT class graduation happening tonight. PUBLIC COMMENTS: Doris Jones - Raven Littlejohn's godmother, spoke on her murder and concerns with its investigation. Robin Anderson - spoke regarding Raven Littlejohn and the Des Plaines river concerns. Theresa Collins - History on Wheels representative, Saturday November 15 they will hosting turkey dinner giveaway to Veteran's and those in need, thanked the City for their support . DiAnn Matter - spoke regarding the answers she received for the cul-de-sac on New Lenox road ownership- and getting a cul-de-sac or concrete barrier for the Love's Truck Stop. Kathy Garthus - spoke about the effects of developments to residents. Page 10 of 12 City Council Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final November 4, 2025 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: Councilwoman Reardon - thanked everyone for their continued support following the loss of her father in law, Kevin Reardon. Councilman Mudron - congratulated Glenwood Manor's homeowner association for their parade and it's success. Councilwoman Ibarra - spoke about Sharefest this Saturday November 8th for spaghetti dinner, Millsdale road cul-de-sac, Hands of Hope Thanksgiving free food giveaway November 15th between 10 and 2 at 511 Oakleaf Court, Take Back the Night needed more media attention for awareness to domestic violence, told residents to slow down on while driving City road. Councilman Hug - also spoke about being safer while driving, mentioned the too high taxes in this state that need to be addressed, and congratulated Providence Catholic football team . Councilman Clement - wished his daughter Carsyn Happy Birthday. Councilman Cardenas - mentioned his excitement for Casa Catrina and looking forward to their opening. Mayor D'Arcy reminded everyone that November 11 is Veteran's Day and the importance of this holiday. CLOSED SESSION to discuss the following subjects: PERSONNEL: The appointment, employment, compensation, discipline, performance or dismissal of specific City employees (5 ILCS 5/120/2(c)(1)). COLLECTIVE BARGAINING: Collective negotiating matters and salary schedules for one or more classes of City employees (5 ILCS 5/120/2(c)(2)). LAND ACQUISITION or CONVEYANCE: The purchase or lease of real property for the use of the City, including whether a particular parcel should be acquired, or the setting of a price for the sale or lease of property owned by the City (5ILCS 5/120/2(c)(5,6)). PENDING or THREATENED LITIGATION: A pending legal action against, affecting or on behalf of the City or a similar legal action that is probable or imminent (5 ILCS 5/120/2(c)(11)). ADJOURNMENT: A motion was made by Councilwoman Suzanna Ibarra, seconded by Councilman Juan Moreno, to adjourn. The motion carried by the following vote: Page 11 of 12 City Council Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final November 4, 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, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman and 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 12 of 12