Public Assets Committee
Regular MeetingJoliet, IL · August 19, 2024
Minutes
City of Joliet
150 West Jefferson Street
Joliet, IL 60432
Meeting Minutes - Final
Monday, August 19, 2024
8:30 AM
City Hall, Executive Conference Room
Public Assets Committee
Committee Members
Councilwoman Suzanna Ibarra, Chairperson
Councilman Cesar Cardenas
Councilwoman Sherri Reardon
Public Assets Committee Meeting Minutes - Final August 19, 2024
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Public Assets Committee Meeting Minutes - Final August 19, 2024
Citizens who are unable to attend the meeting can email comments in advance of the meeting to publiccomment@joliet.gov.
ROLL CALL
Present Councilman Cesar Cardenas, Councilwoman Suzanna Ibarra
and Councilwoman Sherri Reardon
ALSO PRESENT: Facilities Management Director Blaine Kline and Operating Engineer Brent
Fraser
CEO of Joliet Area Historical Museum Greg Peerbolte arrived at approximately 8:35 a.m.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Public Assets Committee Meeting Minutes - 7/15/24 ID-1815-20
Attachments: Public Assets Committee Meeting Minutes 07-15-24.pdf
A motion was made by Councilwoman Sherri Reardon, seconded by
Councilman Cesar Cardenas, to approve Public Assets Committee Meeting
Minutes - 7/15/24. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: Councilman Cardenas, Councilwoman Ibarra and
Councilwoman Reardon
CITIZENS TO BE HEARD ON AGENDA ITEMS
None
AGENDA ITEMS
Museum Update
The museum update was the last agenda item and began at approximately 8:40 a.m.
Councilwoman Ibarra thanked CEO of Joliet Area Historical Museum Greg Peerbolte for
attending the meeting.
Mr. Peerbolte thanked the Committee Members, Facilities Management Director Blaine Kline,
and Operating Engineer Brent Fraser for the air conditioning at the Joliet Area Historical
Museum.
Mr. Peerbolte provided an extensive overview of the Old Joliet Prison’s Blues Brothers Con
2024 and thanked the Committee members, Mr. Kline, Mr. Fraser, Joliet Police Department,
and Joliet Roadways for their support of the event. Committee members congratulated Mr.
Peerbolte.
Mr. Peerbolte asked if there were any questions about Blues Brothers Con or other museum
properties. Councilman Cardenas highlighted the attendance, food vendor lines, food vendor
options, and his overall experience at the Blues Brothers Con 2024. Mr. Peerbolte attributed
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the event's smooth operations to Monica Bibian and his team. Councilwoman Reardon
explained Mr. Peerbolte answered her question about food and highlighted her experience at
last year’s Blues Brothers Con. Councilwoman Ibarra inquired if merchandise was still
available at the museum. Mr. Peerbolte responded yes.
At the request of Mr. Fraser, Mr. Peerbolte described upcoming events, including rooftop
summer music series at the Joliet Area Historical Museum, Old Joliet Prison tours, Martin &
Emma Planinsek Grocey and Meat Market Museum Grape Harvest Festival, and possible
programs at the Joliet Railroad Museum.
At the request of Councilwoman Ibarra, a brief discussion was held about relocating a City of
Joliet train located on the Splash Station property.
Slammers Update
None
Award of Contract for the Roofing Envelope Replacement for ID-1816-20
Union Station to Adler Roofing and Sheet Metal Inc. in the
Amount of $167,720.00
Mr. Kline briefly discussed the bids received and the Historic Union Station roof.
There were no questions from the Committee Members.
A motion was made by Councilman Cesar Cardenas, seconded by
Councilwoman Sherri Reardon, to approve Award of Contract for the Roofing
Envelope Replacement for Union Station to Adler Roofing and Sheet Metal Inc.
in the Amount of $167,720.00. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: Councilman Cardenas, Councilwoman Ibarra and
Councilwoman Reardon
Recommendation to Approve the Professional Services, ID-1817-20
Purchase, and Installation for the Bicentennial Park HVAC
Unit Replacement to Johansen & Anderson in the Amount of
$62,895.00
Attachments: Bicentennial Park 71724.pdf
Mr. Kline briefly discussed the condensing units at Bicentennial Park and the
quotes received.
Councilman Cardenas inquired about the age of the unit. Mr. Kline responded
20 years and at its end of life.
Councilwoman Ibarra highlighted the contract amount came in under budget and
complimented Mr. Fraser. In response, Mr. Fraser explained the Department’s
attempt to bring items to Committees and Council at or under budget.
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Councilwoman Reardon described Mr. Fraser as succeeding.
A motion was made by Councilman Cesar Cardenas, seconded by
Councilwoman Sherri Reardon, to approve Recommendation to Approve the
Professional Services, Purchase, and Installation for the Bicentennial Park
HVAC Unit Replacement to Johansen & Anderson in the Amount of $62,895.00.
The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: Councilman Cardenas, Councilwoman Ibarra and
Councilwoman Reardon
Recommendation to Approve the Professional Services, ID-1818-20
Purchase, and Installation for the Joliet Area Historical
Museum HVAC Replacement to Sendra Service Corp. in the
Amount of $31,970.00
Attachments: City of Joliet 3.docx
Mr. Kline briefly discussed the Joliet Area Historical Museum’s HVAC unit and
the quotes received.
In response to Councilwoman Reardon’s questions, Mr. Fraser described the
HVAC units previously replaced and explained the HVAC in question is at its
end of life with no refrigeration parts available. Mr. Fraser also explained other
older HVAC equipment does remain, but with no specific museum budget, the
items are addressed when possible.
A motion was made by Councilwoman Sherri Reardon, seconded by
Councilman Cesar Cardenas, to approve Recommendation to Approve the
Professional Services, Purchase, and Installation for the Joliet Area Historical
Museum HVAC Replacement to Sendra Service Corp. in the Amount of
$31,970.00. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: Councilman Cardenas, Councilwoman Ibarra and
Councilwoman Reardon
Recommendation to Approve the Professional Services, ID-1819-20
Purchase, and Installation for the Slammers Stadium Fire
System Update to AMS Industries Inc. in the Amount of
$100,868.13
Attachments: Joliet Slammers_Fire Alarm Upgrade.pdf
Mr. Kline briefly discussed the quotes received for the Joliet Slammers Stadium
fire system update.
In response to Councilwoman Reardon's questions, there was a brief discussion
about fire related requirements, time frame for replacement, and how the fire
system would be updated.
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A motion was made by Councilwoman Sherri Reardon, seconded by
Councilman Cesar Cardenas, to approve Recommendation to Approve the
Professional Services, Purchase, and Installation for the Slammers Stadium Fire
System Update to AMS Industries Inc. in the Amount of $100,868.13. The
motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: Councilman Cardenas, Councilwoman Ibarra and
Councilwoman Reardon
Recommendation to Approve the Professional Services, ID-1820-20
Purchase, and Installation for Bicentennial Park Theatre Seat
Replacement to Davis Furniture Company in the Amount of
$52,499.32
Attachments: DFCQuote-BillieLimacherBicentennialParkTheatre_JolietIL-C
onvention_Qty178_080624.pdf
Mr. Kline briefly discussed the existing seats at the Bicentennial Park Theatre
and quotes received.
In response to Councilwoman Ibarra’s questions, there was a brief discussion
about the height of the existing seat backs, height of the new seat backs, and
possible salvaging of existing seats.
A motion was made by Councilman Cesar Cardenas, seconded by
Councilwoman Sherri Reardon, to approve Recommendation to Approve the
Professional Services, Purchase, and Installation for Bicentennial Park Theatre
Seat Replacement to Davis Furniture Company in the Amount of $52,499.32.
The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: Councilman Cardenas, Councilwoman Ibarra and
Councilwoman Reardon
Approve the Professional Services, Purchase, and ID-1821-20
Installation of a Heating System for the Motor Maintenance
Building to Sendra Service Corp. in the Amount of
$94,655.00
Attachments: Joliet Motor Maintenance Boiler Alternate GM-04030.docx
Mr. Kline briefly discussed the boiler system at the Motor Maintenance Building
located at 402 N. Chicago Street and the quotes received.
There were no questions from the Committee Members.
A motion was made by Councilman Cesar Cardenas, seconded by
Councilwoman Sherri Reardon, to approve Approve the Professional Services,
Purchase, and Installation of a Heating System for the Motor Maintenance
Building to Sendra Service Corp. in the Amount of $94,655.00 . The motion
carried by the following vote:
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Aye: Councilman Cardenas, Councilwoman Ibarra and
Councilwoman Reardon
NEW OR OLD BUSINESS - NOT FOR FINAL ACTION OR
RECOMMENDATION
At the request of Councilman Cardenas, a brief discussion was held about the Crabigales and
Stadium Club buildings.
There was a brief discussion about the train station. Committee members, Mr. Kline, Mr.
Fraser, and Mr. Peerbolte highlighted Park Assistant Craig Smith’s work at the train station.
PUBLIC COMMENT
None
ADJOURNMENT
A motion was made by Councilwoman Sherri Reardon, seconded by Councilman Cesar
Cardenas, to approve adjournment. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: Councilman Cardenas, Councilwoman Ibarra and
Councilwoman Reardon
This meeting will be held in an accessible location. If you need a reasonable accommodation, please contact Christa M.
Desiderio, City Clerk, 150 West Jefferson Street, Joliet, Illinois 60432 at (815) 724-3780.
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Agenda
City of Joliet
Public Assets Committee
Meeting Agenda
Committee Members
Councilwoman Suzanna Ibarra, Chairperson
Councilman Cesar Cardenas
Councilwoman Sherri Reardon
Monday, August 19, 2024 8:30 AM City Hall, Executive Conference
Room
Citizens who are unable to attend the meeting can email comments in advance of the meeting to publiccomment@joliet.gov.
ROLL CALL
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Public Assets Committee Meeting Minutes - 7/15/24
Attachments: Public Assets Committee Meeting Minutes 07-15-24.pdf
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 Committee members 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 meeting shall be called to order by the Presiding Officer and may forfeit the opportunity to speak.
AGENDA ITEMS
Museum Update
Slammers Update
Award of Contract for the Roofing Envelope Replacement for Union Station to
Adler Roofing and Sheet Metal Inc. in the Amount of $167,720.00
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Recommendation to Approve the Professional Services, Purchase, and
Installation for the Bicentennial Park HVAC Unit Replacement to Johansen &
Anderson in the Amount of $62,895.00
Attachments: Bicentennial Park 71724.pdf
Recommendation to Approve the Professional Services, Purchase, and
Installation for the Joliet Area Historical Museum HVAC Replacement to Sendra
Service Corp. in the Amount of $31,970.00
Attachments: City of Joliet 3.docx
Recommendation to Approve the Professional Services, Purchase, and
Installation for the Slammers Stadium Fire System Update to AMS Industries
Inc. in the Amount of $100,868.13
Attachments: Joliet Slammers_Fire Alarm Upgrade.pdf
Recommendation to Approve the Professional Services, Purchase, and
Installation for Bicentennial Park Theatre Seat Replacement to Davis Furniture
Company in the Amount of $52,499.32
Attachments: DFCQuote-BillieLimacherBicentennialParkTheatre_JolietIL-Con
vention_Qty178_080624.pdf
Approve the Professional Services, Purchase, and Installation of a Heating
System for the Motor Maintenance Building to Sendra Service Corp. in the
Amount of $94,655.00
Attachments: Joliet Motor Maintenance Boiler Alternate GM-04030.docx
NEW OR OLD BUSINESS - NOT FOR FINAL ACTION OR
RECOMMENDATION
PUBLIC COMMENT
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 Committee members 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 meeting shall be called to order by the Presiding Officer and may forfeit the opportunity to speak.
ADJOURNMENT
This meeting will be held in an accessible location. If you need a reasonable accommodation, please contact Christa M.
Desiderio, City Clerk, 150 West Jefferson Street, Joliet, Illinois 60432 at (815) 724-3780.
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