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Joliet, IL · February 17, 2026

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City of Joliet 150 West Jefferson Street Joliet, IL 60432 Meeting Minutes - Final Tuesday, February 17, 2026 6:30 PM City Hall, Council Chambers City Council Meeting MAYOR TERRY D'ARCY MAYOR PRO-TEM COUNCILMAN PAT MUDRON (01/01/2026 - 03/31/2026) COUNCILMAN CESAR CARDENAS COUNCILMAN JOE CLEMENT COUNCILMAN LARRY E. HUG COUNCILWOMAN SUZANNA IBARRA COUNCILMAN JUAN MORENO 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 February 17, 2026 Citizens who are unable to attend the meeting can email comments in advance of the meeting to publiccomment@joliet.gov. INVOCATION: Jeff De Vries, Pray Joliet Jeff De Vries held a moment of silence in honor of the passing of Reverend Jessie Jackson . PLEDGE TO THE FLAG: ROLL CALL: Present: 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 Absent: Mayor Terry D'Arcy ALSO PRESENT: City Manager Beth Beatty and Interim Corporation Counsel Todd Lenzie. PRESENTATION: CERT Graduates - Presented by John Lukancic Attachments: Approver Report John Lukancic introduced the newest class of graduates, including the first high school graduating class, and provided an overview of the training program and its components. Joliet Comprehensive Plan - Status Update - Presentation by Jayne Bernhard, Planning Director Attachments: Approver Report Jayne Bernhard provided a status update on the Comprehensive Plan, noting it was in Phase 3. She encouraged everyone to attend the upcoming workshops and shared that information was available at joliet.gov/comprehensiveplan. Councilwoman Ibarra expressed concerns about back-to-back workshop nights and also expressed her overall support of the plan. MAYOR: Proclamation Honoring Black History Month Attachments: Proclamation Honoring Black History Month .pdf Approver Report Councilman Cardenas read a proclamation honoring Black History Month. Page 1 of 13 City Council Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final February 17, 2026 Larry Crawford thanked the Mayor for the proclamation and spoke about its significance. 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: 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 Absent: Mayor Terry D'Arcy CITIZENS TO BE HEARD ON AGENDA ITEMS: Gina Glasgow - spoke on Council Memo #138-26 and thanked the Mayor and Council for their support on the item. Councilman Hug - thanked Habitat for Humanity for all they do. Trista Brown - spoke on Council Memo #134-26 and expressed appreciation for the street dedication to Rev. Larry Ellis. Sandy Costa - spoke on Council Memo #134-26 and expressed appreciation for the street dedication to Rev. Larry Ellis. Dorothy Arrington - sister of Rev. Larry Ellis - spoke on Council Memo #134-26 and expressed appreciation for the street dedication to Rev. Larry Ellis. Jaron Nabors - spoke in support of Council Memo #134-26. Speaker - spoke in support of Council Memo #134-26. 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 does 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. COUNCIL COMMITTEE REPORTS: Communication, Technology & Information Systems Councilwoman Reardon gave a brief overview of the Communication, Technology & Information Systems Committee meeting held on February 4, 2026 in the Executive Conference Room. Link: https://joliet.granicus.com/player/clip/6227?view_id=6&redirect=true Finance Page 2 of 13 City Council Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final February 17, 2026 Councilman Mudron gave a brief overview of the Finance Committee meeting held on February 17, 2026 in Council Chambers. Link: https://joliet.granicus.com/player/clip/6239?view_id=6&redirect=true Public Service Councilman Hug gave a brief overview of the Public Service Committee meeting held on February 17, 2026 in Council Chambers. Link: https://joliet.granicus.com/player/clip/6238?view_id=6&redirect=true CONSENT AGENDA: Approval of Minutes Attachments: City Council Meeting Minutes - January 20, 2026.pdf Approver Report Invoices to be Paid Attachments: 02.17.26 Invoices Approver Report Award of a Professional Services Agreement for the 114-26 2026-2027 Bridge Program Manager Project to Willett Hofmann & Associates in the Amount of $56,475.00 Award of a Professional Services Agreement for the 2026-2027 Bridge Program Manager Project to Willett Hofmann & Associates in the Amount of $56,475.00 Attachments: Approver Report Approval of Change Order No. 1 for the Construction of the 115-26 Essington Road Bridge over Rock Run Creek Improvement Project - MFT Section No. 16-00489-00-BR to the Illinois Department of Transportation in the Amount of $112,158.64 and Payment No. 2 and Final in the Amount of $114,774.28 Approval of Change Order No. 1 for the Construction of the Essington Road Bridge over Rock Run Creek Improvement Project - MFT Section No. 16-00489-00-BR to the Illinois Department of Transportation in the Amount of $112,158.64 and Payment No. 2 and Final in the Amount of $114,774.28 Attachments: Approver Report Approval of Change Order No. 2 for the 2024 Sidewalk / Curb 116-26 Replacement Project- Central Joliet to D Construction Inc., in the Amount of $17,884.00 Approval of Change Order No. 2 for the 2024 Sidewalk / Curb Replacement Project- Central Joliet to D Construction Inc., in the Amount of $17,884.00 Page 3 of 13 City Council Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final February 17, 2026 Attachments: Approver Report Approval of Purchase and Upfit of Eleven (11) 2026 Ford 117-26 Pursuit Interceptor Vehicles in an Amount not to Exceed $810,000.00 Approval of Purchase and Upfit of Eleven (11) 2026 Ford Pursuit Interceptor Vehicles in an Amount not to Exceed $810,000.00 Attachments: Approver Report Approval of Purchase and Upfit of Four (4) Ford 2026 118-26 Explorer Vehicles in an Amount not to Exceed $208,000.00 Approval of Purchase and Upfit of Four (4) Ford 2026 Explorer Vehicles in an Amount not to Exceed $208,000.00 Attachments: Approver Report Approval of Purchase of Five (5) Ford F250 Service Body 119-26 Vehicles in the Amount of $320,957.65 Approval of Purchase of Five (5) Ford F250 Service Body Vehicles in the Amount of $320,957.65 Attachments: Approver Report Approval of Purchase of Lift Station and Wellhouse SCADA 120-26 equipment for the Southeast Joliet Sanitary District from Metropolitan Industries in the Amount of $53,951.00 Approval of Purchase of Lift Station and Wellhouse SCADA equipment for the Southeast Joliet Sanitary District from Metropolitan Industries in the Amount of $53,951.00 Attachments: Approver Report Approval of Change Order No. 1 for the Glenwood Manor 121-26 Water Main Improvements Project to Len Cox & Sons Excavating for Adjustments to Project Completion Dates Approval of Change Order No. 1 for the Glenwood Manor Water Main Improvements Project to Len Cox & Sons Excavating for Adjustments to Project Completion Dates Attachments: Approver Report Approval of Change Order No. 1 for the Reedwood Phase 3 122-26 Water Main Improvements Project to Len Cox & Sons Excavating for Adjustments to Project Completion Dates Approval of Change Order No. 1 for the Reedwood Phase 3 Water Main Improvements Project to Len Cox & Sons Excavating for Adjustments to Project Completion Dates Page 4 of 13 City Council Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final February 17, 2026 Attachments: Approver Report Approval of Change Order No. 1 for the Midland & Campbell 123-26 Water Main Improvements Project to Len Cox & Sons Excavating for Adjustments to Project Completion Dates Approval of Change Order No. 1 for the Midland & Campbell Water Main Improvements Project to Len Cox & Sons Excavating for Adjustments to Project Completion Dates Attachments: Approver Report Award of Contract to CDWG for Core Network Switch 124-26 Replacement in the Amount of $62,953.12 Award of Contract to CDWG for Core Network Switch Replacement in the Amount of $62,953.12 Attachments: CDWG - CORE SWITCH REPLACEMENT - QUOTE PRCT174.pdf Approver Report Award of Contract to Heartland Business Systems for the 125-26 Nutanix Server Replacement Project in the Amount of $223,922.42 Award of Contract to Heartland Business Systems for the Nutanix Server Replacement Project in the Amount of $223,922.42 Attachments: Nutanix Cluster.pdf Approver Report Award of Contract to Esri for the Renewal of Existing 126-26 Enterprise Agreement for Three Years in the Amount of $361,626.00 Award of Contract to Esri for the Renewal of Existing Enterprise Agreement for Three Years in the Amount of $361,626.00 Attachments: City of Joliet Esri Enterprise Agreement Contract.pdf Approver Report Consent Agenda Items Approved A motion was made by Councilwoman Sherri Reardon, seconded by Councilman Juan Moreno, to approve all said Consent Agenda items. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: 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 5 of 13 City Council Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final February 17, 2026 Absent: Mayor Terry D'Arcy AGENDA ITEM: Award of Contract for Peregrine Technologies 128-26 Award of Contract for Peregrine Technologies Attachments: Peregrine Contract 2026 Council.pdf Approver Report Deputy Chief Botzum, along with representatives from Peregrine, Sam Baldassano and Paul Vrchota, provided a demonstration of Peregrine Technologies. Councilman Mudron asked for some clarifications. Councilwoman Reardon spoke in support of the item and highlighted the software's capabilities. Councilman Clement thanked the presenters for the demonstration and spoke in support of the item. Councilman Hug asked for some clarifications and spoke about its great potential. Councilwoman Ibarra spoke in support of the item and its capabilities. Councilman Moreno spoke in support of the item. A motion was made by Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman, seconded by Councilman Larry E. Hug, to approve COUNCIL MEMO #128-26: Award of Contract for Peregrine Technologies. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: 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 Absent: Mayor Terry D'Arcy Award of Contract for the Joliet City Square - Ottawa Street 129-26 Parking Garage Building Modifications to Staalsen Construction in an Amount not to Exceed $1,027,136.00 Award of Contract for the Joliet City Square - Ottawa Street Parking Garage Building Modifications to Staalsen Construction in an Amount not to Exceed $1,027,136.00 Page 6 of 13 City Council Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final February 17, 2026 Attachments: Approver Report Councilman Clement asked for a clarification of the item. Greg Ruddy provided an explanation. Councilman Hug explained why he would not vote in support of the item. A motion was made by Councilwoman Sherri Reardon, seconded by Councilman Cesar Cardenas, to approve COUNCIL MEMO #129-26: Award of Contract for the Joliet City Square - Ottawa Street Parking Garage Building Modifications to Staalsen Construction in an Amount not to Exceed $1,027,136.00. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: 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 Absent: Mayor Terry D'Arcy ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS: RESOLUTIONS: Resolution Appropriating Supplemental Motor Fuel Tax 131-26 Funds for the 2010 Roadways Resurfacing Contract - MFT Section No. 10-00432-00-RS Resolution Appropriating Supplemental Motor Fuel Tax Funds for the 2010 Roadways Resurfacing Contract - MFT Section No. 10-00432-00-RS Attachments: Resolution Approver Report A motion was made by Councilwoman Sherri Reardon, seconded by Councilman Joe Clement, to adopt COUNCIL MEMO #131-26: Resolution Appropriating Supplemental Motor Fuel Tax Funds for the 2010 Roadways Resurfacing Contract - MFT Section No. 10-00432-00-RS. (Resolution 8245) The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: 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 7 of 13 City Council Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final February 17, 2026 Absent: Mayor Terry D'Arcy Resolution Appropriating Supplemental Motor Fuel Tax 132-26 Funds for the Various Traffic Signal Improvement Projects (IDOT Contract 62H79) in the City of Joliet - Contract A - MFT Section No. 20-00532-00-TL Resolution Appropriating Supplemental Motor Fuel Tax Funds for the Various Traffic Signal Improvement Projects (IDOT Contract 62H79) in the City of Joliet - Contract A - MFT Section No. 20-00532-00-TL Attachments: Resolution Approver Report A motion was made by Councilman Cesar Cardenas, seconded by Councilwoman Sherri Reardon, to adopt COUNCIL MEMO #132-26: Resolution Appropriating Supplemental Motor Fuel Tax Funds for the Various Traffic Signal Improvement Projects (IDOT Contract 62H79) in the City of Joliet - Contract A - MFT Section No. 20-00532-00-TL. (Resolution 8246) The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: 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 Absent: Mayor Terry D'Arcy Resolution Appropriating Supplemental Motor Fuel Tax 133-26 Funds for the Various Traffic Signal Improvement Projects (IDOT Contract 62M72) in the City of Joliet - Contract B - MFT Section No. 20-00533-00-TL Resolution Appropriating Supplemental Motor Fuel Tax Funds for the Various Traffic Signal Improvement Projects (IDOT Contract 62M72) in the City of Joliet - Contract B - MFT Section No. 20-00533-00-TL Attachments: Resolution Approver Report A motion was made by Councilwoman Sherri Reardon, seconded by Councilwoman Suzanna Ibarra, to adopt COUNCIL MEMO #133-26: Resolution Appropriating Supplemental Motor Fuel Tax Funds for the Various Traffic Signal Improvement Projects (IDOT Contract 62M72) in the City of Joliet - Contract B - MFT Section No. 20-00533-00-TL. (Resolution 8247) The motion carried by the following vote: Page 8 of 13 City Council Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final February 17, 2026 Aye: 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 Absent: Mayor Terry D'Arcy Resolution Approving an Honorary Street Name Designation 134-26 for Reverend Larry Ellis Resolution Approving an Honorary Street Name Designation for Reverend Larry Ellis Attachments: Resolution Ellis Honorary Street Packet_Redacted.pdf Approver Report Councilwoman Ibarra spoke about her time with Reverend Larry Ellis. A motion was made by Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman, seconded by Councilman Cesar Cardenas, to adopt COUNCIL MEMO #134-26: Resolution Approving an Honorary Street Name Designation for Reverend Larry Ellis. (Resolution 8248) The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: 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 Absent: Mayor Terry D'Arcy Resolution Accepting a Grant from the Illinois Department of 135-26 Commerce and Economic Opportunity for the Replacement of Water Mains along Plainfield Road Resolution Accepting a Grant from the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity for the Replacement of Water Mains along Plainfield Road Attachments: Resolution Grant Agreement Approver Report A motion was made by Councilman Cesar Cardenas, seconded by Councilwoman Suzanna Ibarra, to adopt COUNCIL MEMO #135-26: Resolution Accepting a Grant from the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity for the Replacement of Water Mains along Plainfield Road. (Resolution 8249) Page 9 of 13 City Council Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final February 17, 2026 The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: 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 Absent: Mayor Terry D'Arcy Resolution Accepting a Grant of Utility Easements from 705 136-26 Henry Street for the Washington Street Water Main Improvements Project Resolution Accepting a Grant of Utility Easements from 705 Henry Street for the Washington Street Water Main Improvements Project Attachments: Resolution Easement Exhibit (705 Henry St)unsigned 705 Henry Utility Easement Agreement Approver Report A motion was made by Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman, seconded by Councilwoman Suzanna Ibarra, to adopt COUNCIL MEMO #136-26: Resolution Accepting a Grant of Utility Easements from 705 Henry Street for the Washington Street Water Main Improvements Project. (Resolution 8250) The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: 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 Absent: Mayor Terry D'Arcy Resolution Accepting a Route 66 Grant from the Heritage 137-26 Corridor Convention and Visitors Bureau for Audio Visual Equipment and Installation in City Square for the 2026 Grant Fiscal Year Resolution Accepting a Route 66 Grant from the Heritage Corridor Convention and Visitors Bureau for Audio Visual Equipment and Installation in City Square for the 2026 Grant Fiscal Year Attachments: Resolution MOU R66 FY26 AV City Square REV Approver Report A motion was made by Councilwoman Suzanna Ibarra, seconded by Councilman Cesar Cardenas, to adopt COUNCIL MEMO #137-26: Resolution Page 10 of 13 City Council Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final February 17, 2026 Accepting a Route 66 Grant from the Heritage Corridor Convention and Visitors Bureau for Audio Visual Equipment and Installation in City Square for the 2026 Grant Fiscal Year. (Resolution 8251) The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: 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 Absent: Mayor Terry D'Arcy Resolution Approving and Authorizing the Donation of Real 138-26 Property to Will County Habitat for Humanity Resolution Approving and Authorizing the Donation of Real Property to Will County Habitat for Humanity Attachments: Resolution 20260212 Exhibit A.docx 20060212 Exhibit B.pdf Approver Report Councilman Hug spoke in support of the item. A motion was made by Councilman Larry E. Hug, seconded by Councilman Cesar Cardenas, to adopt COUNCIL MEMO #138-26: Resolution Approving and Authorizing the Donation of Real Property to Will County Habitat for Humanity. (Resolution 8252) The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: 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 Absent: Mayor Terry D'Arcy Resolution Authorizing Approval and Execution of a Project 139-26 Labor Agreement with the Fox Valley Building & Construction Trades Council and Affiliated Construction Trade Unions for Joliet Projects in the Alternative Water Source Program Resolution Authorizing Approval and Execution of a Project Labor Agreement with the Fox Valley Building & Construction Trades Council and Affiliated Construction Trade Unions for Joliet Projects in the Alternative Water Source Program Page 11 of 13 City Council Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final February 17, 2026 Attachments: Resolution Joliet-Fox Valley Water Supply PLA - 2-3-2026-For packet Approver Report A motion was made by Councilman Juan Moreno, seconded by Councilwoman Suzanna Ibarra, to adopt COUNCIL MEMO #139-26: Resolution Authorizing Approval and Execution of a Project Labor Agreement with the Fox Valley Building & Construction Trades Council and Affiliated Construction Trade Unions for Joliet Projects in the Alternative Water Source Program. (Resolution 8253) The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: 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 Absent: Mayor Terry D'Arcy CITY MANAGER: The City Manager thanked John Lukancic for his work on the CERT program and recognized all individuals who have graduated from the program. She also reminded everyone about the Comprehensive Plan Workshop scheduled for February 26 and expressed her appreciation to those who attended in support of Reverend Ellis. PUBLIC COMMENTS: Jenifer Garlitz - spoke on behalf of CARE (Citizens Against Ruining the Environment) about environmental concerns and a proposal for a single use plastic bag ordinance. Leo Vecchiarello - with Solar on Earth - spoke on his organization and what it does for solar users. Andrea Baumhardt - spoke on concerns about the data center. John Wagner - spoke on concerns about flock safety within the City of Joliet. Christine Johnson - spoke about issues with the Joliet Prison banning. Abbey Vollmer - spoke on concerns about the data center. Lavard Lee - representing All Rise, spoke regarding concerns about accessibility within the City on behalf of individuals with disabilities. Speaker - spoke on concerns about the data center. Speaker - spoke on Black History month and concerns about the data center. Page 12 of 13 City Council Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final February 17, 2026 Speaker - spoke on concerns about coyote problems in her neighborhood and odors from the tire business on Wallace Street and Water Street. Griselda Chavez - spoke on concerns about the data center. Speaker - spoke on concerns about the data center. Diane Matter - spoke on concerns about Love's Truck Stop. Cathy Garthus - spoke on concerns about the data center. 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 does 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 a resident in her district, Robert Pelkin, who is in need of a kidney donor, and addressed concerns regarding the data center. Councilman Mudron - congratulated the JCA Dance Team on their championship. Councilwoman Quillman - highlighted heart health awareness and encouraged residents to consider scheduling a $49 heart scan offered at Silver Cross Hospital. Appointments can be made directly with the hospital and no doctor’s order is required. Councilwoman Reardon - spoke about upcoming programs at the Rialto Square Theatre and reminded residents of all their events. ADJOURNMENT: A motion was made by Councilwoman Sherri Reardon, seconded by Councilman Juan Moreno, to adjourn. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: 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 Absent: Mayor Terry D'Arcy 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 13 of 13

Agenda

City of Joliet City Council Meeting Meeting Agenda MAYOR TERRY D'ARCY MAYOR PRO-TEM COUNCILMAN PAT MUDRON (01/01/2026 - 03/31/2026) COUNCILMAN CESAR CARDENAS COUNCILMAN JOE CLEMENT COUNCILMAN LARRY E. HUG COUNCILWOMAN SUZANNA IBARRA COUNCILMAN JUAN MORENO COUNCILWOMAN JAN HALLUMS QUILLMAN COUNCILWOMAN SHERRI REARDON City Manager - Beth Beatty Interim Corporation Counsel - Todd Lenzie City Clerk - Lauren O'Hara Tuesday, February 17, 2026 6:30 PM City Hall, Council Chambers Citizens who are unable to attend the meeting can email comments in advance of the meeting to publiccomment@joliet.gov. INVOCATION: Jeff De Vries, Pray Joliet PLEDGE TO THE FLAG: ROLL CALL: PRESENTATION: CERT Graduates - Presented by John Lukancic Attachments: Approver Report Page 1 of 7 City Council Meeting Meeting Agenda February 17, 2026 Joliet Comprehensive Plan - Status Update - Presentation by Jayne Bernhard, Planning Director Attachments: Approver Report MAYOR: Proclamation Honoring Black History Month Attachments: Proclamation Honoring Black History Month .pdf Approver Report APPROVAL OF AGENDA: CITIZENS TO BE HEARD ON AGENDA ITEMS: 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 does 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. COUNCIL COMMITTEE REPORTS: Communication, Technology & Information Systems Finance Public Service CONSENT AGENDA: Approval of Minutes Attachments: City Council Meeting Minutes - January 20, 2026.pdf Approver Report Invoices to be Paid Attachments: 02.17.26 Invoices Approver Report Award of a Professional Services Agreement for the 2026-2027 114-26 Bridge Program Manager Project to Willett Hofmann & Associates in the Amount of $56,475.00 Attachments: Approver Report Page 2 of 7 City Council Meeting Meeting Agenda February 17, 2026 Approval of Change Order No. 1 for the Construction of the 115-26 Essington Road Bridge over Rock Run Creek Improvement Project - MFT Section No. 16-00489-00-BR to the Illinois Department of Transportation in the Amount of $112,158.64 and Payment No. 2 and Final in the Amount of $114,774.28 Attachments: Approver Report Approval of Change Order No. 2 for the 2024 Sidewalk / Curb 116-26 Replacement Project- Central Joliet to D Construction Inc., in the Amount of $17,884.00 Attachments: Approver Report Approval of Purchase and Upfit of Eleven (11) 2026 Ford Pursuit 117-26 Interceptor Vehicles in an Amount not to Exceed $810,000.00 Attachments: Approver Report Approval of Purchase and Upfit of Four (4) Ford 2026 Explorer 118-26 Vehicles in an Amount not to Exceed $208,000.00 Attachments: Approver Report Approval of Purchase of Five (5) Ford F250 Service Body Vehicles 119-26 in the Amount of $320,957.65 Attachments: Approver Report Approval of Purchase of Lift Station and Wellhouse SCADA 120-26 equipment for the Southeast Joliet Sanitary District from Metropolitan Industries in the Amount of $53,951.00 Attachments: Approver Report Approval of Change Order No. 1 for the Glenwood Manor Water 121-26 Main Improvements Project to Len Cox & Sons Excavating for Adjustments to Project Completion Dates Attachments: Approver Report Page 3 of 7 City Council Meeting Meeting Agenda February 17, 2026 Approval of Change Order No. 1 for the Reedwood Phase 3 Water 122-26 Main Improvements Project to Len Cox & Sons Excavating for Adjustments to Project Completion Dates Attachments: Approver Report Approval of Change Order No. 1 for the Midland & Campbell Water 123-26 Main Improvements Project to Len Cox & Sons Excavating for Adjustments to Project Completion Dates Attachments: Approver Report Award of Contract to CDWG for Core Network Switch Replacement 124-26 in the Amount of $62,953.12 Attachments: CDWG - CORE SWITCH REPLACEMENT - QUOTE PRCT174.pdf Approver Report Award of Contract to Heartland Business Systems for the Nutanix 125-26 Server Replacement Project in the Amount of $223,922.42 Attachments: Nutanix Cluster.pdf Approver Report Award of Contract to Esri for the Renewal of Existing Enterprise 126-26 Agreement for Three Years in the Amount of $361,626.00 Attachments: City of Joliet Esri Enterprise Agreement Contract.pdf Approver Report AGENDA ITEM: Award of Contract for Peregrine Technologies 128-26 Attachments: Peregrine Contract 2026 Council.pdf Approver Report Award of Contract for the Joliet City Square - Ottawa Street 129-26 Parking Garage Building Modifications to Staalsen Construction in an Amount not to Exceed $1,027,136.00 Attachments: Approver Report Page 4 of 7 City Council Meeting Meeting Agenda February 17, 2026 ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS: RESOLUTIONS: Resolution Appropriating Supplemental Motor Fuel Tax Funds for 131-26 the 2010 Roadways Resurfacing Contract - MFT Section No. 10-00432-00-RS Attachments: Resolution Approver Report Resolution Appropriating Supplemental Motor Fuel Tax Funds for 132-26 the Various Traffic Signal Improvement Projects (IDOT Contract 62H79) in the City of Joliet - Contract A - MFT Section No. 20-00532-00-TL Attachments: Resolution Approver Report Resolution Appropriating Supplemental Motor Fuel Tax Funds for 133-26 the Various Traffic Signal Improvement Projects (IDOT Contract 62M72) in the City of Joliet - Contract B - MFT Section No. 20-00533-00-TL Attachments: Resolution Approver Report Resolution Approving an Honorary Street Name Designation for 134-26 Reverend Larry Ellis Attachments: Resolution Ellis Honorary Street Packet_Redacted.pdf Approver Report Resolution Accepting a Grant from the Illinois Department of 135-26 Commerce and Economic Opportunity for the Replacement of Water Mains along Plainfield Road Attachments: Resolution Grant Agreement Approver Report Page 5 of 7 City Council Meeting Meeting Agenda February 17, 2026 Resolution Accepting a Grant of Utility Easements from 705 Henry 136-26 Street for the Washington Street Water Main Improvements Project Attachments: Resolution Easement Exhibit (705 Henry St)unsigned 705 Henry Utility Easement Agreement Approver Report Resolution Accepting a Route 66 Grant from the Heritage Corridor 137-26 Convention and Visitors Bureau for Audio Visual Equipment and Installation in City Square for the 2026 Grant Fiscal Year Attachments: Resolution MOU R66 FY26 AV City Square REV Approver Report Resolution Approving and Authorizing the Donation of Real 138-26 Property to Will County Habitat for Humanity Attachments: Resolution 20260212 Exhibit A.docx 20060212 Exhibit B.pdf Approver Report Resolution Authorizing Approval and Execution of a Project Labor 139-26 Agreement with the Fox Valley Building & Construction Trades Council and Affiliated Construction Trade Unions for Joliet Projects in the Alternative Water Source Program Attachments: Resolution Joliet-Fox Valley Water Supply PLA - 2-3-2026-For packet Approver Report CITY MANAGER: PUBLIC COMMENTS: 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 does 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: Page 6 of 7 City Council Meeting Meeting Agenda February 17, 2026 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: 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 7 of 7