City of Yorkville Board met July 11.
Here is the minutes provided by the Board:
Mayor Golinski called the meeting to order at 7: 00 p.m. and led the Council in the Pledge of Allegiance.
City Clerk Warren called the roll.
Ward I Koch Present
Colosimo Present
Ward II Milschewski Present
Plocher Present
Ward III Frieders Present
Funkhouser Present
Ward IV Tarulis Present
Hernandez Present
Also present: City Clerk Warren, City Administrator Olson, Deputy Chief of Police Klingel, Public Works Director Dhuse, EEI Engineer Morrison, Community Development Director Barksdale-Noble, Director of Parks and Recreation Evans, Assistant City Administrator Willrett, Purchasing Manager Callahan
Quorum:
A quorum was established.
Amendments to the Agenda:
None.
Presentations:
None.
Public Hearings:
None.
Citizen Comments on Agenda Items:
None.
Consent Agenda:
1. Resolution 2017-26 Authorizing a Contract with Baum Property Management for the Management Services of Fox Hill and Sunflower Estates Subdivisions— authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute( PW 2017-43)
2. Resolution 2017-27 to Induce the Redevelopment ofCertain Properties Within the Downtown Tax Increment Redevelopment Project Area( Imperial Investments)— authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute( EDC 2017-51)
Mayor Golinski entertained a motion to approve the consent agenda. So moved by Alderman Tarulis; seconded by Alderman Funkhouser.
Motion approved by a roll call vote. Ayes-8 Nays-0
Colosimo-aye, Milschewski-aye, Tarulis-aye, Frieders-aye, Funkhouser-aye, Koch-aye, Hernandez-aye, Plocher-aye
Minutes for Approval:
1.Minutes of the Regular City Council—June 13, 2017
Mayor Golinski entertained a motion to approve the minutes of the regular City Council meeting of June 13, 2017 as presented. So moved by Alderman Milschewski; seconded by Alderman Frieders.
Minutes approved unanimously by a viva voce vote.
Bills for Payment:
Mayor Golinski stated that the bills were$ 1, 666,179.33.
Reports:
Mayor’s Report:
Mayor Golinski called Economic Development Consultant Dubajic to the front to share some good news About the United City of Yorkville. Economic Development Consultant Dubajic Reported to the Council that Holiday Inn Express and Suites Hotel is coming to Yorkville at the Kendall Crossing Project. Economic Development Consultant Dubajic presented the details of the Holiday Inn project. The official groundbreaking will be taking place on Tuesday August 15, 2017 at 4:00 p.m. It will be followed up by a reception at Lakeview Restaurant. She also gave the specifics of the banquet hall.
Proclamation for Purple Heart City
(CC 2017-37)
Mayor Golinski stated he had a proclamation for Purple Heart City. Mayor Golinski asked if there was a Purple Heart recipient in the audience. Mayor Golinski was told that yes, there was a Korean War Veteran who received the Purple Heart after 63 years. Mayor Golinski read the proclamation and presented it to Rick Gardner. Mr. Gardner presented a Military order of Purple Heart plaque for special recognition award. It was bestowed with pride to the United City of Yorkville, IL for its dedication and support for honoring America's combat veterans becoming the Purple Heart City. It was presented by the patriot members of the department of Illinois military order ofthe Purple Heart. Mayor Golinski stated the City will fmd a place of honor for the plaque. Mr. Gardner told the Council about the Purple Heart Trail.
Appointment of Freedom of Information Officer—Jori Behland
(CC 2017-38)
Mayor Golinski entertained a motion to approve the Mayor's appointment of Jori Behland as a freedom of information act officer. So moved by Alderman Colosimo; seconded by Alderman Milschewski.
Motion approved by a roll call vote. Ayes- 8 Nays-0
Hernandez-aye, Koch-aye, Plocher-aye, Frieders-aye, Tarulis-aye, Colosimo-aye, Funkhouser-aye, Milschewski-aye
Ordinance 2017-36 Authorizing the Third Amendment to the Annual Budget for Fiscal Year Commencing on May 1, 2017 and Ending on April 30, 2018( Downtown TIF)
(CC 2017-39)
Mayor Golinski entertained a motion to approve an ordinance authorizing the third amendment to the annual budget for the fiscal year commencing on May 1, 2017 and ending on April 30, 2018 ( Downtown TIF) and authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute. So moved by Alderman Frieders; seconded by Alderman Hernandez.
Motion approved by a roll call vote. Ayes-7 Nays-0 Present- 1
Koch-aye, Plocher-present, Frieders-aye, Tarulis-aye, Colosimo-aye, Funkhouser-aye, Milschewski-aye, Hernandez-aye
Public Works Committee Report:
No report.
Economic Development Committee Report:
Resolution 2017-28 Authorizing a Contract with All Union Fence Company Inc. for the Maintenance, Repair and Removal Project for the Property at 206 Heustis Street
(EDC 2017-50)
Alderman Koch made a motion to approve a resolution authorizing a contract with All Union Fence Company Inc. for the maintenance, repair and removal project for the property at 206 Heustis Street and authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute; seconded by Alderman Milschewski.
Motion approved by a roll call vote. Ayes-7 Nays-0 Present- 1
Plocher-present, Frieders-aye, Tarulis-aye, Colosimo-aye, Funkhouser-aye, Milschewski-aye, Hernandez-aye, Koch-aye
Public Safety Committee Report:
No report.
Administration Committee Report:
No report.
Park Board:
No report.
Planning And Zoning Commission Report:
Yorkville/Kendall County Future Land Use Plan Differences CC 2017- 40) Mayor Golinski stated this is informational only. He asked Community Development Director Barksdale-Noble discussed the differences from the proposed plan and the past plan. Alderman Funkhouser discussed his thoughts on this issue. Alderman Frieders understands this plan to be more of a working document.
City Council Report:
No report.
City Clerk' S Report:
No report.
Community& Liaison Report:
Library Board
Alderman Plocher stated the Library Board decided to move ahead with filling the director position. Mayor Golinski had heard that the City's proposal was not well received. Mayor Golinski stated that the City's plan was an attempt to address what he sees as a serious budget and cash flow issue in the future. The Library Board is like any other government entity. The board needs to work within its allotted budgets. Mayor Golinski stated the City can address the issue of the Library Board in the future.
Staff Report:
River Fest
City Administrator Olson deferred to Director of Parks and Recreation Evans for an update on River Fest. Director of Parks and Recreation Evans reminded the Council of River Fest this coming weekend and went over some of the various activities planned for the event.
Additional Business:
No Parking Signs
Alderman Milschewski addressed the issue of signs for parking restricting parking on residential streets for the River Fest event.
Community Policing
Alderman Funkhouser praised the Yorkville Police Department for its handling of impaired guests at the 4th of July fireworks display. Alderman Funkhouser noted that the way this was handled was community policing at its best.
Executive Session:
None.
Citizen Comments:
Brandy Rawlish, Whispering Meadows, read the email she sent to City Hall. This letter discussed the dangerous roadways in the Whispering Meadows Community.
Adjournment:
Mayor Golinski stated meeting adjourned.
Meeting adjourned at 7: 20 p.m.
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