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400 S. Eagle Street City of Naperville Naperville, IL 60540 http://www.naperville.il.us/ Meeting Minutes - Final City Council Tuesday, February 18, 2025 7:00 PM Council Chambers TO WATCH OR LISTEN TO THE CITY COUNCIL MEETING LIVE: • Watch on WCNC GOVERNMENT ACCESS TELEVISION (Ch. 6-Astound, Ch. 10 - Comcast, Ch. 99 – AT&T U-verse) • Watch online at https://naperville.legistar.com TO PROVIDE PUBLIC COMMENT: The public may choose to provide public comment in any of the following ways: 1. Address the City Council live during the City Council meeting in-person in City Council Chambers. Individuals wishing to address the City Council during the meeting must sign up online at www.naperville.il.us/speakersignup by 6:30 p.m. on February 18. 2. Individuals can also have their name added to the speaker list by calling the Community Services Department at (630) 305-5300 by 6:30 p.m. on February 18. 3. 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City of Naperville Page 1 Printed on 3/5/2025 City Council Meeting Minutes - Final February 18, 2025 PUBLIC ACCOMMODATION: • Any individual who may require an accommodation to listen to or participate in the meeting should contact the Community Services Department at (630) 305-5300 by 4 p.m. on February 18. • Questions regarding online sign-up may be directed to the Community Services Department by calling (630) 305-5300. PARTICIPATION GUIDELINES: The citizen participation guidelines are outlined in 1-5-6-6: - CITIZEN PARTICIPATION of the Naperville Municipal Code. • ALL VIEWPOINTS AND OPINIONS WELCOME: All viewpoints are welcome, positive comments and constructive criticism are encouraged. Speakers must refrain from harassing or directing threats or personal attacks at Council members, staff, other speakers or members of the public. Comments made to intentionally disrupt the meeting may be managed as necessary to maintain appropriate decorum and allow for city business to be accomplished. • SPEAKER TIME LIMITS: Speakers must limit their remarks to no more than three minutes. Petitioners may speak on an agenda item first and have up to 10 minutes and are also granted a five-minute rebuttal once all other speakers have commented. • IF YOU SIGNED UP TO SPEAK, staff will call your name at the appropriate time during the City Council meeting. Once your name is called you may identify yourself for the public record and then address remarks to the City Council as a whole. Speak clearly and try to limit remarks directly to the matter under discussion. Speakers are called in the order they sign up. A. CALL TO ORDER: B. ROLL CALL: Present: 8- Mayor Scott Wehrli Councilwoman Jennifer Bruzan Taylor Councilman Ian Holzhauer Councilman Patrick Kelly Councilman Paul Leong Councilwoman Allison Longenbaugh Councilman Josh McBroom Councilman Benjamin White Absent: 1- Councilman Nathan Wilson C. CLOSED SESSION - 6:00 p.m. A motion was made by Councilman White, seconded by Councilman Kelly, to recess to Closed Session to discuss [5 ILCS 120/2(c)(21)] Approval of Minutes and [5 ILCS 120/2(c)(1) Performance of a Specific Employee of the City. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: 8- Wehrli, Bruzan Taylor, Holzhauer, Kelly, Leong, Longenbaugh, McBroom, and White City of Naperville Page 2 Printed on 3/5/2025 City Council Meeting Minutes - Final February 18, 2025 Absent: 1- Wilson OPEN SESSION - 7:00 p.m. D. ROLL CALL: Present: 9- Mayor Scott Wehrli Councilwoman Jennifer Bruzan Taylor Councilman Ian Holzhauer Councilman Patrick Kelly Councilman Paul Leong Councilwoman Allison Longenbaugh Councilman Josh McBroom Councilman Benjamin White Councilman Nathan Wilson Also Present City Manager, Doug Krieger; Deputy City Manager, Pam Gallahue; City Attorney, Mike DiSanto; City Clerk, Dawn Portner; Assistant to the City Manager, Marcie Schatz; Fire Chief Mark Puknaitis; Police Chief, Jason Arres; Director of Finance, Raymond Munch; Director of IT, Jacqueline Nguyen; Director of TED, Bill Novack; Deputy Director of TED, Allison Laff; Director of Public Works; Dick Dublinski; Director of Public Utilities - Electric, Brian Groth; Deputy Director of Public Utilities - Water, Joe Slevnik; Director of Community Services, Melanie Marcordes; Director of Human Resources, Blaine Wing. Daily Herald, Naperville Sun, NCTV-17 E. PLEDGE TO THE FLAG: The pledge was given. F. AWARDS AND RECOGNITIONS: 1. Proclamation for the Naperville Fire Department's 150th Anniversary: Honoring a Legacy of Service, Courage, and Commitment (September 2, 2024 - May 26, 2025) The proclamation was presented by Mayor Wehrli. 2. Proclaim February 18, 2025 as Endeavor Health Edward Hospital Magnet Designation Day in the City of Naperville The proclamation was presented by Councilman Wilson. G. PUBLIC FORUM: SPEAKERS: Say No to Coal Alliance. How the Council can partner with the Alliance Joe Hus (Naperville) discussed the upcoming IMEA contract extension and how City of Naperville Page 3 Printed on 3/5/2025 City Council Meeting Minutes - Final February 18, 2025 the Say No to Coal Alliance can assist the City in making this decision. Neighborhood Organization of Southeast Aurora (N.O.S.E.A.) Michael Ochs (Aurora) discussed the safety concerns at 1105 Modaff and how his organization can be of assistance to the area residents. Rental nuisance related to 1105 Modaff, updates Dana Schultz (Naperville) discussed the safety concerns at 1105 Modaff. 1105 Modaff Zach Plancich (Naperville St. Raphael Church) discussed the safety concerns at 1105 Modaff. Marilyn L Schweitzer (Naperville) discussed how staff reductions can cause larger issues, concerns about violations of the Open Meetings Act and how policies and procedures should be standardized for the City's Boards and Commissions. Council discussed the safety concerns at 1105 Modaff, recent burglaries in the West Highlands subdivision, and a possible nuisance abatement ordinance. Arres stated the Police Department has increased visibility in the area of Modaff and Gartner at various times of the day and no criminal issues have been observed. Novack stated Code Enforcement was aware of the work being done inside the home at 1105 Modaff back in 2023 based on complaints they received from the neighbors, the City was granted access to the home and they found the only work being done was painting, tile and trim work which does not require a permit and additional research is ongoing to see what else can be done at the residence. DiSanto stated the City needs to make sure the property owners rights are being respected, the City needs cause or the consent to enter the property and additional research is on-going to see how a nuisance ordinance would apply to Naperville. WRITTEN COMMENT ONLY Joe Hus (Naperville) Say No To Coal Alliance. I’ll be speaking at the City Council meeting. I’m providing the source of the information in the presentation so you can do additional research if you would like to . Solar and Wind are already less expensive than coal <https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Levelized_cost_of_electricity> 22% to 49% estimated decline in the cost of clean power technologies by 2035 <https://www.reuters.com/sustainability/clean-energy-costs-continue-fall-this-ye ar-report-says-2025-02-06/> City of Naperville Page 4 Printed on 3/5/2025 City Council Meeting Minutes - Final February 18, 2025 2024 was the hottest year in human history (2023 was previously the warmest year on record) <https://www.noaa.gov/news/2024-was-worlds-warmest-year-on-record> 2024 had the highest CO2 emissions <https://www.statista.com/statistics/276629/global-co2-emissions/> Illinois affected by a record number of billion-dollar climate disasters in 2024 <https://www.chicagotribune.com/2025/01/20/illinois-affected-by-a-record-numb er-of-billion-dollar-climate-disasters-in-2024-mostly-severe-storms/> The list of the 10 local supporting organization and our guiding principles is available at <https://saynotocoal.com/> United Nations definition of sustainability https://www.un.org/en/academic-impact/sustainability#:~:text=In%201987%2C %20the%20United%20Nations,development%20needs%2C%20but%20with%2 0the <https://www.un.org/en/academic-impact/sustainability> Joan Park (Naperville) Crime in West Highlands neighborhood I have lived in West Highlands for 17 years and I am concerned about current break in or attempted break ins and theft happening . It seems these events do occur in waves through the years . I am hoping we can get more police patrolling the neighborhood the next 1-2 months especially during the night shift . However I think even during the day can help deter planning by these criminals . Thank you H. CONSIDERATION OF MOTION TO USE OMNIBUS METHOD FOR THE CONSENT AGENDA: A motion was made by Councilman White, seconded by Councilman Kelly, to use the Omnibus method to approve the Consent Agenda. The motion carried by a voice vote. I. CONSENT AGENDA: A motion was made by Councilman White, seconded by Councilman Kelly, to approve the Consent Agenda removing I20. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: 9- Wehrli, Bruzan Taylor, Holzhauer, Kelly, Leong, Longenbaugh, McBroom, White, and Wilson 1. Approve the Cash Disbursements for the period of January 1, 2025, through January 31, 2025, for a total of $37,510,544.48 Council approved. 2. Approve the regular City Council meeting minutes of February 4, 2025 City of Naperville Page 5 Printed on 3/5/2025 City Council Meeting Minutes - Final February 18, 2025 Council approved. 3. Approve the City Council meeting schedule for March, April, and May 2025 Council approved. 4. Receive the year-to-date budget report through January 31, 2025 Report received. 5. Approve the award of Cooperative Procurement 25-063, Front End Loader Replacement - Unit 241, to McCann Industries, Inc. for an amount not to exceed $261,508 Council approved. 6. Approve the award of Cooperative Procurement 25-071, Semi Truck Replacement - Unit 273, to JX Peterbilt, Inc. for an amount not to exceed $189,591.43 Council approved. 7. Approve the award of Cooperative Procurement 25-062, Police Patrol Vehicle Replacements, to Currie Motors Fleet for an amount not to exceed $248,091 Council approved. 8. Approve the award of Cooperative Procurement 25-047, Sanitary Sewer Main Cleaning to Hoerr Construction, Inc. for the amount not to exceed $306,272.12 Council approved. 9. Approve the award of Bid 24-274, Pipefitting, Plumbing, and Mechanical Services, to JOS Services, Inc. for an amount not to exceed $350,920 and for a 10.5-month term Council approved. 10. Approve the award of Work Order 22-067-WATER-25-01, Construction Engineering Services for Ogden Avenue and Washington Street Water Main Improvements, to Ciorba Group for an amount not to exceed $268,828.59 and for a 22-month term Council approved. 11. Approve the award of Option Year #1 to Contract 23-042, Landscape, Maintenance, Mowing and Herbicide Services, to Local Lawn Care & Landscaping, Ramiro Guzman Landscaping, Inc. and Groundworks Land Design for an amount not to exceed $893,000 Council approved. 12. Approve the award of Option Year #1 to Contract 22-027, Large Diameter Water Meter Testing and Repair/Replacement Services to, HBK Water Meter Service, Inc. for an amount not to exceed $238,227.50 Council approved. City of Naperville Page 6 Printed on 3/5/2025 City Council Meeting Minutes - Final February 18, 2025 13. Approve the award of Change Order #1 to Contract 24-067, Trip Hazard Removal Project - Fall, to ASTI Sawing, Inc. for an amount not to exceed $49,296 and a total award of $152,786 and for an additional 43 days Council approved. 14. Approve the award of Change Order #1 to Contract 24-143, Van Buren Parking Facility 2024 LED Lighting Retrofit, to Rag’s Electric, Inc. for an additional 75 days Council approved. 15. Approve the award of Change Order #1 to Contract 23-283, Cellular Service, to Cellco Partnership dba Verizon for an additional four months Council approved. 16. Approve the award of Change Order #1 to Contract 23-154, Street Lighting, Controller, Public Building and Municipal Lot Lighting Maintenance, to Meade Electric, Inc. for an amount not to exceed $24,000 and a total award of $1,014,000 Council approved. 17. Approve the award of Change Order #2 to Contract 22-052, Police and Fire Testing Services, to Industrial/Organizational Solutions, Inc. for an amount not to exceed $20,910 and for a total award of $94,930 and for an additional nine months Council approved. 18. Approve the award of Change Order #2 to Contract 24-004, Trip Hazard Removal Project - Spring, to Universal Concrete Grinding for an amount not to exceed $3,879, a total award of $109,491.24, and for an additional 290 days Council approved. 19. Approve the amended award of Contract 24-029, Excavation and Underground Utility Repairs, to Miller Pipeline, Baish Excavating, Inc. and IHC Construction Companies LLC to correct the contract term to 21 months Council approved. 20. Approve the proposed CY2025 SECA Grant Fund Program Allocations SPEAKER Marilyn L Schweitzer (Naperville) stated the approval of the SECA allocations needs to come with the stipulation that the policies and procedures of both City Obligations and grants be reviewed and approved by the Council in advance of the 2026 budget discussions, unsolicited proposals have been approved without going before Council, SECA is dealing with rising cost of City Services at a time of a future loss of the grocery tax and its time for careful financial oversight of the SECA process by the Council. City of Naperville Page 7 Printed on 3/5/2025 City Council Meeting Minutes - Final February 18, 2025 Council discussed whether SECA Commissioners funding recommendations should remain anonymous and whether Commissioners should recuse themselves from voting on organizations with which they have ties. A motion was made by Councilman White, seconded by Councilman Kelly, to approve the proposed CY2025 SECA Grant Fund Program Allocations. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: 9- Wehrli, Bruzan Taylor, Holzhauer, Kelly, Leong, Longenbaugh, McBroom, White, and Wilson 21. Pass the ordinance to establish temporary traffic controls and issue Special Event and Amplifier permits for the St. Paddy’s Day 5K and the St. Patrick’s Day Parade scheduled on Saturday, March 15, 2025 ORD 25-007 Council passed. 22. Pass the ordinance approving a variance from Section 6-6B-7:1 to allow a sunroom to encroach into the required interior side yard for the property located at 2298 Weatherford Lane - PZC 24-1-129 ORD 25-008 Council passed. 23. Pass the ordinance approving an amendment to the City of Naperville 2024 Annual Budget to accommodate the use of Rebuild Illinois Funds for the Washington Street Bridge project (requires six positive votes) ORD 25-009 Council passed. 24. Waive the first reading and pass the ordinance modifying parking restrictions on Monticello Dr. from Plank Rd. to Bellingrath Ct. ORD 25-010 Council passed. 25. Waive the first reading and pass the ordinance to remove parking restrictions on Triton Lane and Catalpa Lane ORD 25-011 Council passed. 26. Adopt the resolution approving the settlement agreement between Elexis Solomon and the City of Naperville RES 25-06 City of Naperville Page 8 Printed on 3/5/2025 City Council Meeting Minutes - Final February 18, 2025 Council adopted. J. PUBLIC HEARINGS: K. OLD BUSINESS: L. ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS: M. AWARD OF BIDS AND OTHER ITEMS OF EXPENDITURE: 1. Approve the award of Option Year #2 to Contract 23-046, Fuel Delivery - Motor Fuel & Tank Wagon, to Luke Oil Company, Inc. and Al Warren Oil Company, Inc. for an amount not to exceed $1,500,000 A motion was made by Councilman White, seconded by Councilman Kelly, to approve the award of Option Year #2 to Contract 23-046, Fuel Delivery - Motor Fuel & Tank Wagon, to Luke Oil Company, Inc. and Al Warren Oil Company, Inc. for an amount not to exceed $1,500,000. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: 9- Wehrli, Bruzan Taylor, Holzhauer, Kelly, Leong, Longenbaugh, McBroom, White, and Wilson 2. Approve the award of Bid 24-212, Fairway and Country Lakes Water Main Improvements, to Bluewater Construction, LLC for an amount not to exceed $1,385,000, plus a 3% contingency A motion was made by Councilman White, seconded by Councilman Kelly, to approve the award of Bid 24-212, Fairway and Country Lakes Water Main Improvements, to Bluewater Construction, LLC for an amount not to exceed $1,385,000, plus a 3% contingency. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: 9- Wehrli, Bruzan Taylor, Holzhauer, Kelly, Leong, Longenbaugh, McBroom, White, and Wilson 3. Approve the award of Bid 24-198, Ogden Avenue and Washington Street Water Main Improvements, to Scanlon Excavating and Concrete for an amount not to exceed $4,879,939.50, plus a 3% contingency A motion was made by Councilman White, seconded by Councilman Kelly, to approve the award of Bid 24-198, Ogden Avenue and Washington Street Water Main Improvements, to Scanlon Excavating and Concrete for an amount not to exceed $4,879,939.50, plus a 3% contingency. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: 9- Wehrli, Bruzan Taylor, Holzhauer, Kelly, Leong, Longenbaugh, McBroom, White, and Wilson N. PETITIONS AND COMMUNICATIONS: O. REPORTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS: P. NEW BUSINESS: City of Naperville Page 9 Printed on 3/5/2025 City Council Meeting Minutes - Final February 18, 2025 Expanding the ordinance banning the sale of hemp derived THC Taylor discussed the ordinance passed two years ago banning the sale of hemp derived THC to those under 21 years old, does the City's current ordinance go far enough and is Naperville experiencing any public safety concerns with the sale of these products. By consensus Council directed staff to research what ordinances other communities have in place concerning banning the sale of hemp derived THC, what are the public safety concerns or issues with the sale of these products and report the findings in a future Managers Memorandum. The cost of undergrounding electrical wires Council discussed the 10-year cost of placing the remainder of the City's distribution lines underground, why that cost has increased, the return on investment, and the cost to only underground the lines leaving the City's electrical substations Groth stated the Electric Utility has a 10-year capital, operations and maintenance plan which is always being reviewed and adjusted, both based on Utility need as well as material cost. Based on that adjustment, the cost to place the remainder of the distribution lines underground went from 55 million to 62 million since the Budget workshops were held this past fall. If the City were to underground all distribution lines in residential areas, the cost would increase to 125 million dollars and the entire project would take about 20 years. Council agreed to begin working towards undergrounding sections of cable that are most impactful to all customers of the Utility, typically these are the first sections of cable leaving the City’s electrical substations. This plan was included in the Utility’s rate study and the first year of spending on this project was approved as part of the City’s 2025 budget. Each year the Utility will include the proposed areas of work in their budget and council will have the opportunity to discuss. Q. ADJOURNMENT: A motion was made by Councilman White, seconded by Councilman Kelly, to adjourn the Regular City Council Meeting of February 18, 2025 at 8:00 p.m. The motion carried by a voice vote. /S/ Dawn C. Portner Dawn C. Portner City Clerk City of Naperville Page 10 Printed on 3/5/2025