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City of Joliet 150 West Jefferson Street Joliet, IL 60432 Meeting Minutes - Final Tuesday, December 2, 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 December 2, 2025 Citizens who are unable to attend the meeting can email comments in advance of the meeting to publiccomment@joliet.gov. INVOCATION: Curt Paddock, Pastoral Leader, St. Edward & Christ Episcopal Church, 206 N. Midland Avenue Invocation was given by Councilman Pat Mudron as Curt Paddock was sick. 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. PRESENTATION: CERT Graduates - Presented by John Lukancic Attachments: Approver Report John Lukancic presented the newest classes of CERT graduates and gave a brief overview of what the program entails. Chief Evans gave an update of statistics for 2025 to the City. MAYOR: 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, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman and Councilwoman Sherri Reardon CITIZENS TO BE HEARD ON AGENDA ITEMS: Alicia Morales -spoke on item 649-25 Christine Johnson - spoke on item 649-25 Page 1 of 11 City Council Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final December 2, 2025 Hugh O'Hara -spoke on item 649-25 Sandra - spoke on item 649-25 Alma Montero - spoke on item 649-25 Cathy Garthus - spoke on item 642-25 and 643-25 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 Board of Fire and Police Attachments: Appointment to Board of Fire and Police .pdf Approver Report A motion was made by Councilwoman Suzanna Ibarra, seconded by Councilman Cesar Cardenas, to approve COUNCIL MEMO #: Appointment to the Board of Fire and Police. 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 COUNCIL COMMITTEE REPORTS: Land Use & Economic Development Councilman Cardenas gave a brief overview of the Land Use & Economic Development Committee meeting held November 19, 2025 in Council Chambers. Link: https://joliet.granicus.com/player/clip/6130?view_id=6&redirect=true Public Service Councilman Hug gave a brief overview of the Public Service Committee meeting held December 1, 2025 in Council Chambers. Link: https://joliet.granicus.com/player/clip/6145?view_id=6&redirect=true CONSENT AGENDA: Invoices to be Paid Page 2 of 11 City Council Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final December 2, 2025 Attachments: Invoices 12.02.25.pdf Approver Report Award of Contract to Precision Truck Center for the Engine 630-25 Rebuild in Ladder Truck FD 779 in the Amount of $28,454.54 Award of Contract to Precision Truck Center for the Engine Rebuild in Ladder Truck FD 779 in the Amount of $28,454.54 Attachments: Approver Report Award of Contract for the 2025 Roadways Resurfacing 631-25 Contract A to PT Ferro Construction Co., in the Amount of $516,142.58 Award of Contract for the 2025 Roadways Resurfacing Contract A to PT Ferro Construction Co., in the Amount of $516,142.58 Attachments: Approver Report Approval of Purchase One (1) Compact Electric Sweeper 632-25 from Brown Equipment Company in the Amount of $342,523.00 Approval of Purchase One (1) Compact Electric Sweeper from Brown Equipment Company in the Amount of $342,523.00 Attachments: Approver Report A motion was made by Councilwoman Suzanna Ibarra, seconded by Councilman Pat Mudron, to adopt COUNCIL MEMO #632-25: Approval of Purchase One (1) Compact Electric Sweeper from Brown Equipment Company in the Amount of $342,523.00. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: Mayor Terry D'Arcy, Councilman Cesar Cardenas, Councilman Joe Clement, Councilwoman Suzanna Ibarra, Councilman Juan Moreno, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman and Councilwoman Sherri Reardon Nay: Councilman Larry E. Hug Award of Contract for the District Meter Area Chamber 633-25 Installation Project to P.T. Ferro Construction Co. in the Amount of $267,550.00 Award of Contract for the District Meter Area Chamber Installation Project to P.T. Ferro Construction Co. in the Amount of $267,550.00 Attachments: Approver Report Approval of Amendment No. 1 to the Professional Services 634-25 Agreement for Engineering Design Services for the Des Page 3 of 11 City Council Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final December 2, 2025 Plaines River Tunnel Crossing Rehabilitation Project for the Water Main Replacement Program to Jacobs Associates dba Delve Underground in the Amount of $268,630.00 Approval of Amendment No. 1 to the Professional Services Agreement for Engineering Design Services for the Des Plaines River Tunnel Crossing Rehabilitation Project for the Water Main Replacement Program to Jacobs Associates dba Delve Underground in the Amount of $268,630.00 Attachments: Approver Report Approval of Change Order No. 1 for the 2025 Sanitary Sewer 635-25 Cleaning and Inspection Program to Pipe View America in the Amount of $82,779.94 Approval of Change Order No. 1 for the 2025 Sanitary Sewer Cleaning and Inspection Program to Pipe View America in the Amount of $82,779.94 Attachments: Approver Report Councilman Hug asked that 632-25 be removed - Councilwoman Reardon seconded - item was removed to be voted on separately Consent Agenda Items Approved A motion was made by Councilman Cesar Cardenas, seconded by Councilman Juan Moreno, to approve all said Consent Agenda items except 632-25 which was voted on separately. 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 AGENDA ITEM: Award of Business Continuity Grant for the Total Amount of 637-25 $63,733.50 to Cut 158, Inc. Award of Business Continuity Grant for the Total Amount of $63,733.50 to Cut 158, Inc. Attachments: Approver Report A motion was made by Councilman Cesar Cardenas, seconded by Councilwoman Suzanna Ibarra, to approve COUNCIL MEMO #637-25: Award of Business Continuity Grant for the Total Amount of $63,733.50 to Cut 158, Inc.. The motion carried by the following vote: Page 4 of 11 City Council Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final December 2, 2025 Aye: Mayor Terry D'Arcy, Councilman Cesar Cardenas, Councilman Joe Clement, Councilwoman Suzanna Ibarra, Councilman Juan Moreno, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman and Councilwoman Sherri Reardon Nay: Councilman Larry E. Hug Approval of Change Order No. 2 for the Plainfield Road 638-25 (Theodore St. to Black Rd.) Water Main Improvements Project to Austin Tyler Construction Inc. for a Decreased Amount of ($1,735,236.11) and Pay Estimate No. 11 and Final in the Amount of $564,960.68 Approval of Change Order No. 2 for the Plainfield Road (Theodore St. to Black Rd.) Water Main Improvements Project to Austin Tyler Construction Inc. for a Decreased Amount of ($1,735,236.11) and Pay Estimate No. 11 and Final in the Amount of $564,960.68 Attachments: Approver Report A motion was made by Councilman Larry E. Hug, seconded by Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman, to approve COUNCIL MEMO #638-25: Approval of Change Order No. 2 for the Plainfield Road (Theodore St. to Black Rd.) Water Main Improvements Project to Austin Tyler Construction Inc. for a Decreased Amount of ($1,735,236.11) and Pay Estimate No. 11 and Final in the Amount of $564,960.68. 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 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 for the 2026 Fiscal Year Budget 640-25 Page 5 of 11 City Council Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final December 2, 2025 Attachments: Approver Report The City Clerk opened and advised that this is a public hearing regarding the 2026 Fiscal Year Budget so any public comments would be in order at this time. Seeing no speakers, the City Clerk then closed the Public Hearing. ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS: ORDINANCES: Ordinance for the Levy and Assessment of Taxes for the 642-25 Fiscal Year Beginning January 1, 2025, and Ending December 31, 2025 in and for the Joliet Public Library, Will and Kendall Counties, Illinois 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 Joliet Public Library, Will and Kendall Counties, Illinois Attachments: 2025 Levy Ordinance -Library Approver Report Councilman Clement asked for clarification from Kevin Sing. Councilman Hug asked for clarification as well. A motion was made by Councilman Pat Mudron, seconded by Councilwoman Sherri Reardon, to adopt COUNCIL MEMO #642-25: 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 Joliet Public Library, Will and Kendall Counties, Illinois. (Ordinance 18805) The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: Mayor Terry D'Arcy, Councilman Cesar Cardenas, Councilman Joe Clement, Councilwoman Suzanna Ibarra, Councilman Juan Moreno, Councilman Pat Mudron and Councilwoman Sherri Reardon Nay: Councilman Larry E. Hug and Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman Ordinance for the Levy and Assessment of Taxes for the 643-25 Fiscal Year Beginning January 1, 2025, and Ending December 31, 2025 in and for the City of Joliet, Will and Kendall Counties, Illinois 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 City of Joliet, Will and Kendall Counties, Illinois Page 6 of 11 City Council Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final December 2, 2025 Attachments: 2025 Levy Ordinance Approver Report A motion was made by Councilman Pat Mudron, seconded by Councilwoman Sherri Reardon, to adopt COUNCIL MEMO #643-25: 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 City of Joliet, Will and Kendall Counties, Illinois. (Ordinance 18806) The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: Mayor Terry D'Arcy, Councilman Cesar Cardenas, Councilman Joe Clement, Councilwoman Suzanna Ibarra, Councilman Juan Moreno, Councilman Pat Mudron and Councilwoman Sherri Reardon Nay: Councilman Larry E. Hug and Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman Ordinance Authorizing Amendments to the Rules and 644-25 Regulations of the Board of Fire and Police Commissioners of the City of Joliet Ordinance Authorizing Amendments to the Rules and Regulations of the Board of Fire and Police Commissioners of the City of Joliet Attachments: BOFP Rules and Regulations Amendment Ordinance.docx Approver Report A motion was made by Councilwoman Suzanna Ibarra, seconded by Councilwoman Sherri Reardon, to adopt COUNCIL MEMO #644-25: Ordinance Authorizing Amendments to the Rules and Regulations of the Board of Fire and Police Commissioners of the City of Joliet. (Ordinance 18807) 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 Approving the Dedication of a Portion of Maple 646-25 Street as Public Right-of-Way Resolution Approving the Dedication of a Portion of Maple Street as Public Right-of-Way Page 7 of 11 City Council Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final December 2, 2025 Attachments: Resolution Plat of Dedication Exhibit Maple St ROW.pdf Dedication Form 300 Maple.pdf Deed 300 Maple.pdf Approver Report A motion was made by Councilwoman Sherri Reardon, seconded by Councilman Cesar Cardenas, to adopt COUNCIL MEMO #646-25: Resolution Approving the Dedication of a Portion of Maple Street as Public Right-of-Way. (Resolution 8226) 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 Resolution for the Surface Transportation Program Local 647-25 Match Commitment for the Theodore Street (East of Brighton Lane - IL Route 59) Roadway Widening Improvement Project - MFT Section No. 18-00515-04-WR Resolution for the Surface Transportation Program Local Match Commitment for the Theodore Street (East of Brighton Lane - IL Route 59) Roadway Widening Improvement Project - MFT Section No. 18-00515-04-WR Attachments: Resolution Final Theodore Street Project Phasing Map and Cost Breakdowns.pdf Approver Report A motion was made by Councilman Larry E. Hug, seconded by Councilman Joe Clement, to adopt COUNCIL MEMO #647-25: Resolution for the Surface Transportation Program Local Match Commitment for the Theodore Street (East of Brighton Lane - IL Route 59) Roadway Widening Improvement Project - MFT Section No. 18-00515-04-WR. (Resolution 8227) 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 Resolution Approving an Easement Agreement for Water 648-25 Delivery Structure by and Between the City of Joliet and the Grand Prairie Water Commission (Joliet Primary Delivery Structure) Page 8 of 11 City Council Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final December 2, 2025 Resolution Approving an Easement Agreement for Water Delivery Structure by and Between the City of Joliet and the Grand Prairie Water Commission (Joliet Primary Delivery Structure) Attachments: Resolution GPWC-Joliet WDS Easement Agreement-Stryker (Primary) 11-16-25 with Ex B For Joliet agenda packet Approver Report A motion was made by Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman, seconded by Councilwoman Sherri Reardon, to adopt COUNCIL MEMO #648-25: Resolution Approving an Easement Agreement for Water Delivery Structure by and Between the City of Joliet and the Grand Prairie Water Commission (Joliet Primary Delivery Structure). (Resolution 8228) 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 Resolution Authorizing Execution of an Intergovernmental 649-25 Agreement Between the City of Joliet and the State of Illinois for the City’s Use of the Joliet Correctional Center Resolution Authorizing Execution of an Intergovernmental Agreement Between the City of Joliet and the State of Illinois for the City’s Use of the Joliet Correctional Center Attachments: Resolution Approver Report City Manager Beth Beatty gave more information on this item to the public. Councilman Clement spoke on protecting that property. Councilman Hug explained why he is not in support of this item. Mayor D'Arcy spoke about the future of this property and the possibilities for it. A motion was made by Councilman Pat Mudron, seconded by Councilman Cesar Cardenas, to adopt COUNCIL MEMO #649-25: Resolution Authorizing Execution of an Intergovernmental Agreement Between the City of Joliet and the State of Illinois for the City’s Use of the Joliet Correctional Center. (Resolution 8229) The motion carried by the following vote: Page 9 of 11 City Council Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final December 2, 2025 Aye: Mayor Terry D'Arcy, Councilman Cesar Cardenas, Councilman Joe Clement, Councilwoman Suzanna Ibarra, Councilman Juan Moreno, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman and Councilwoman Sherri Reardon Nay: Councilman Larry E. Hug CITY MANAGER: The City Manager spoke about attendance at the Region Chamber of Commerce & Industry luncheon at Hollywood Casino, the Light up the Holidays event, thanking all staff who helped on this event, the Holiday lights map program where residents can submit their address, and the Sijia Chen presentation at the Arts Commission meeting on December 10. PUBLIC COMMENTS: Bill Dimitrioulas - thanked the City for their assistance during the last two years of construction DiAnn Matter - spoke about Love's Truck Stop concerns, and congratulated the CERT graduates including her husband. 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 Ibarra - spoke about the Thanksgiving event she attended with Morningstar Mission, Happy Birthday to Lucas Torrence, thanked everyone for those who reached out for her father and her birthday and thanked the CERT team for their hard work and preparation, and thanked the City Clerk, City Manager, Interim Corporation Counsel, Mayor and Council for their hard work and thanked Greg Ruddy and his team during the snow. Councilwoman Quillman - thanked Greg Ruddy and his crew, mentioned Santa Send Off on December 13 and encouraged everyone to attend, and safe holidays to everyone. Councilwoman Reardon - spoke about habitatwill.org and their auction fundraiser for donations, and congratulated the CERT team. Mayor D'Arcy - recognized the CERT team for all they do, thanked everyone for their work on the Light Up the Holidays event, spoke on the Comprehensive Plan workshops, and spoke on traffic issue resolutions for Millsdale Road to now go through Compass Parkway, and NorthPoint asked for Police presence at their expense for traffic assistance. ADJOURNMENT: A motion was made by Councilwoman Suzanna Ibarra, seconded by Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman, to adjourn the meeting. The motion carried by the following vote: Page 10 of 11 City Council Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final December 2, 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 11 of 11