City of Joliet City Council met June 9.
Here is the minutes provided by the council:
INVOCATION:
The invocation was given by Councilman Hug.
PLEDGE TO THE FLAG:
ROLL CALL:
Present: Mayor Robert O'Dekirk, Councilman Don "Duck" Dickinson, Councilwoman Bettye Gavin, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilman Terry Morris, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman, and Councilman Michael F. Turk
Absent: Councilwoman Sherri Reardon
PRESENTATION:
MAYOR:
Proclamation - Honoring Robert Long
Councilwoman Quillman read the proclamation issued by Mayor O'Dekirk honoring Robert Long. Proclamation - Men's Health Month
Councilman Dickinson read the proclamation issued by Mayor O'Dekirk proclaiming May as Men's Health Month.
Appointments
A motion was made by Councilwoman Hallums Quillman, seconded by Councilman Morris, that Brad Price be appointed to the Board of Fire and Police Commissioners. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: Councilman Don "Duck" Dickinson, Councilwoman Bettye Gavin, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilman Terry Morris, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman, and Councilman Michael F. Turk
Absent: Councilwoman Sherri Reardon
Abstain: Mayor Robert O'Dekirk
APPROVAL OF AGENDA:
A motion was made by Councilman Michael F. Turk, seconded by Councilwoman Bettye Gavin, to approve the Agenda as written with the following change: Remove Council Memo #322-20: Resolution Finding that a Local State of Emergency Continues and Implementing a City-Wide Curfew which is Necessary for the Protection of Public Health, Safety and Welfare.
The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: Councilman Don "Duck" Dickinson, Councilwoman Bettye Gavin, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilman Terry Morris, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman, and Councilman Michael F. Turk
Absent: Councilwoman Sherri Reardon
Abstain: Mayor Robert O'Dekirk
CITIZENS TO BE HEARD ON AGENDA ITEMS:
NOTE: There is a new temporary procedure for public speaking. Details can be found on the Joliet.gov “Meeting Agendas, Minutes, & Videos” web page. In-person public speaking is temporarily suspended.
John Sheridan spoke in opposition of Resolution 321-20: Resolution Authorizing the Waiver of Joliet Slammers Lease Payments for 2020.
Loretta Hobbs spoke regarding body cams and concerns for the Mayor's position.
Nick Semaca spoke on behalf of the Slammers.
COUNCIL COMMITTEE REPORTS:
Ad Hoc City Manager Search
Nothing to report. Brief discussion to be held in executive session.
Land Use and Legislative
Councilman Morris gave an overview and explanation of the item discussed at the Tuesday, June 9, 2020 Land Use and Legislative Committee Meeting. Public Safety
Councilwoman Quillman stated the meeting was cancelled and briefly discussed an item that had been pulled.
Public Service
Councilman Hug gave an overview and explanation of the item discussed at the Monday, June 1, 2020
Public Service
Committee Meeting. Stadium
Councilman Mudron deferred giving the Stadium Report until the discussion on Council Memo #321-20 Resolution Authorizing the Waiver of Joliet Slammers Lease Payments for 2020.
CONSENT AGENDA:
Minutes:
Council Meeting - May 19, 2020
A motion was made by Councilwoman Bettye Gavin, seconded by Councilman Michael F. Turk to approve the minutes of the May 19, 2020 Council Meeting.
The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: Councilman Don "Duck" Dickinson, Councilwoman Bettye Gavin, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilman Terry Morris, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman, and Councilman Michael F. Turk
Absent: Councilwoman Sherri Reardon
Abstain: Mayor Robert O'Dekirk
2020 Deteriorated Neighborhood Resurfacing Program
A motion was made by Councilwoman Bettye Gavin, seconded by Councilman Michael F. Turk to approve the Council Memo #310-20: 2020 Deteriorated Neighborhood Resurfacing Program.
The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: Mayor Robert O'Dekirk, Councilman Don "Duck" Dickinson, Councilwoman Bettye Gavin, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilman Terry Morris, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman, and Councilman Michael F. Turk
Absent: Councilwoman Sherri Reardon
LICENSES AND PERMIT APPLICATIONS:
PUBLIC HEARINGS:
NOTE: There is a new temporary procedure for public speaking. Details can be found on the Joliet.gov “Meeting Agendas, Minutes, & Videos” web page. In-person public speaking is temporarily suspended.
Proposed Rock Run Crossing Redevelopment Project Area Tax Increment Financing District Eligibility Study and Redevelopment Plan and Project (To Be Continued - August 18, 2020 - 6:30 P.M.)
The City Manager gave a brief overview of Council Memo #312-20 Proposed Rock Run Crossing Redevelopment Project Area Tax Increment Financing District Eligibility Study and Redevelopment Plan and Project.
A motion was made by Councilman Michael F. Turk, seconded by Councilwoman Bettye Gavin, that this Public Hearing was opened and continued to the August 18, 2020 Council Meeting.
The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: Councilman Don "Duck" Dickinson, Councilwoman Bettye Gavin, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilman Terry Morris, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman, and Councilman Michael F. Turk
Absent: Councilwoman Sherri Reardon
Abstain: Mayor Robert O'Dekirk
ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS:
ORDINANCES:
Autobahn Parkway West 1st Resubdivision, a Minor Subdivision
Recording Plat of Autobahn Parkway West 1st Resubdivision, a Minor Subdivision
A motion was made by Councilman Michael F. Turk, seconded by Councilman Pat Mudron, to adopt: Ordinance Approving the Preliminary Plat of Autobahn Parkway West 1st Resubdivision, a Minor Subdivision (P-8-20) and Ordinance Approving the Recording Plat of Autobahn Parkway West 1st Resubdivision, a Minor Subdivision (RP-5-20). (P-8-20: ORDINANCE #18096) (RP-5-20: ORDINANCE #18097)
The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye:Councilman Don "Duck" Dickinson, Councilwoman Bettye Gavin, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilman Terry Morris, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman, and Councilman Michael F. Turk
Absent: Councilwoman Sherri Reardon
Abstain: Mayor Robert O'Dekirk
RESOLUTIONS:
Resolution Approving and Authorizing the Acceptance of a Covid 19 Emergency Supplemental Grant from the U.S. Department of Justice, Office of Justice Programs, Bureau of Justice Assistance
The Interim City Manager gave a brief overview of this Council Memo.
A motion was made by Councilman Mchael F. Turk, second by Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman to adopt Resolution Approving and Authorizing the Acceptance of a Covid-19 Emergency Supplemental Grant from the U.S. Department of Justice, Office of Justice Programs, Bureau of Justice Assistance. (RESOLUTION #7533)
The motion was carried by the following vote:
Aye: Councilman Don "Duck" Dickinson, Councilwoman Bettye Gavin, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilman Terry Morris, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman, and Councilman Michael F. Turk
Absent: Councilwoman Sherri Reardon
Abstain: Mayor Robert O'Dekirk
Resolution Authorizing a CDBG-CV Subrecipient Agreement with the Spanish Community Center
A motion was made by Councilwoman Bettye Gavin, seconded by Councilman Michael F. Turk, to adopt COUNCIL MEMO 317-20: Resolution Authorizing a CDBG-CV Subrecipient Agreement with the Spanish Community Center. (RESOLUTION #7534)
The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: Councilman Don "Duck" Dickinson, Councilwoman Bettye Gavin, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilman Terry Morris, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman, and Councilman Michael F. Turk
Absent: Councilwoman Sherri Reardon
Abstain: Mayor Robert O'Dekirk
Resolution Approving an Agreement with the Illinois Department of Transportation for Phase III Engineering and Construction of the Garnsey Avenue over Spring Creek Improvement Project in the amount of $468,600.00 - MFT Sect. No. 11-00443-00-BR
A motion was made by Councilman Larry E. Hug, seconded by Councilman Michael F. Turk, to adopt COUNCIL MEMO #318-20: Resolution Approving an Agreement with the Illinois Department of Transportation for Phase III Engineering and Construction of the Garnsey Avenue over Spring Creek Improvement Project in the amount of $468,600.00 - MFT Sect. No. 11-00443-00-BR. (RESOLUTION #7535)
The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: Councilman Don "Duck" Dickinson, Councilwoman Bettye Gavin, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilman Terry Morris, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman, and Councilman Michael F. Turk
Absent: Councilwoman Sherri Reardon
Abstain: Mayor Robert O'Dekirk
Resolution Appropriating Motor Fuel Tax Funds for the Phase III Engineering Services for the Garnsey Avenue Over Spring Creek Improvement Project in the amount of $243,000.00 - MFT Sect. No. 11-00443-00-BR
A motion was made by Councilwoman Bettye Gavin, seconded by Councilman Michael F. Turk, to adopt Resolution Appropriating Motor Fuel Tax Funds for the Phase III Engineering Services for the Garnsey Avenue Over Spring Creek Improvement Project in the amount of $243,000.00 - MFT Sect. No. 11-00443-00-BR. (RESOLUTION #7536)
The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: Councilman Don "Duck" Dickinson, Councilwoman Bettye Gavin, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilman Terry Morris, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman, and Councilman Michael F. Turk
Absent: Councilwoman Sherri Reardon
Abstain: Mayor Robert O'Dekirk
Resolution Appropriating Motor Fuel Tax Funds for the Construction of the Garnsey Avenue Over Spring Creek Improvement Project in the Amount of $420,000.00 - MFT Sect. No. 11-00443-00-BR
A motion was made by Councilman Don "Duck" Dickinson, seconded by Councilman Michael F. Turk, to adopt Resolution Appropriating Motor Fuel Tax Funds for the Construction of the Garnsey Avenue Over Spring Creek Improvement Project in the Amount of $420,000.00. (RESOLUTION #7537)
The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: Councilman Don "Duck" Dickinson, Councilwoman Bettye Gavin, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilman Terry Morris, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman, and Councilman Michael F. Turk
Absent: Councilwoman Sherri Reardon
Abstain: Mayor Robert O'Dekirk
Resolution Authorizing the Waiver of Joliet Slammers Lease Payments for 2020
Councilman Mudron gave an overview and explanation of the items discussed at the Tuesday, May 26, 2020 Stadium Committee Meeting.
A brief discussion was held regarding the Slammers' pro rata lease payments and the removal of this item from the agenda. A motion was made by Councilman Larry E. Hug, seconded by Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman, that this Resolution be removed.
The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: Councilman Don "Duck" Dickinson, Councilwoman Bettye Gavin, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilman Terry Morris, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman, and Councilman Michael F. Turk
Absent: Councilwoman Sherri Reardon
Abstain: Mayor Robert O'Dekirk
Resolution Finding That a Local State of Emergency Continues and Implementing a City-Wide Curfew Which is Necessary for the Protection of Public Health, Safety and Welfare
Approver Report The City Clerk stated Council Memo #322-20 was previously removed from the agenda.
BIDS AND CONTRACTS:
AWARD OF CONTRACTS:
Request for Authorization to Award a Professional Services Agreement for the Phase III Engineering Services for the Garnsey Avenue over Spring Creek Improvement Project to Willett, Hofmann & Associates Inc. in an amount not to Exceed $242,128.38 - MFT Sect. No. 11-00443-00-BR
approve
Request for Authorization to Award a Contract for the Arizona Avenue / Water Street / Wallace Street Water Main Improvement Project to P. T. Ferro Construction in the amount of $563,182.51
approve
Council Memos Approved - #323-20 and #324-20.
A motion was made by Councilman Hug, seconded by Councilwoman Gavin, to approve Council Memos #323-20 and #324-20.
The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: Councilman Don "Duck" Dickinson, Councilwoman Bettye Gavin, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilman Terry Morris, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman, and Councilman Michael F. Turk
Absent: Councilwoman Sherri Reardon
Abstain: Mayor Robert O'Dekirk
AMENDMENTS, CHANGE ORDERS AND PAYMENTS:
Request for Authorization to Approve Change Order No. 1 for the Westside Wastewater Treatment Plant SST Tank Repairs
Project to Lindblad Construction in the amount of $25,620.00
A motion was made by Councilwoman Bettye Gavin, seconded by Councilman Michael F. Turk, to approve Council Memo #326-20.
The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: Councilman Don "Duck" Dickinson, Councilwoman Bettye Gavin, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilman Terry Morris, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman, and Councilman Michael F. Turk
Absent: Councilwoman Sherri Reardon
Abstain: Mayor Robert O'Dekirk
CITY MANAGER:
Interim City Manager Steve Jones discussed previous consideration of City's concurrence to rehabilitate the downtown library and the library obtaining $6.5 million of state funding for this project.
He also discussed continued dialogue with staff and union representatives concerning ways to close budget gaps.
A brief discussion was held regarding money received by the Will County from the federal government due to COVID-19 and how to get a portion of the funding. NEW BUSINESS (Not for Final Action or Recommendation):
A brief discussion was held regarding funding from cannabis sales and the opening of a state grant application for approximately $31.2 million available for Region 3. PUBLIC COMMENTS: NOTE: There is a new temporary procedure for public speaking. Details can be found on the Joliet.gov “Meeting Agendas, Minutes, & Videos” web page. In-person public speaking is temporarily suspended. Mark Griglione, President of Board of Education for Troy-30C, spoke regarding concerns on the proposed Rock Run TIF District.
Mary Beth Gannon spoke regarding a recent storm, city finances, and the reopening of restaurants.
Audrey Secko spoke regarding the hiring of a permanent City Manager and also Marty Shanahan.
Neal Querio spoke regarding the need to ensure the safety of all Joliet residents due to the recent events resulting from the death of George Floyd.
Kathy Spieler spoke regarding Marty Shanahan and the recent storm, and recent events due to Mr. Floyd.
MAYOR AND COUNCIL COMMENTS:
Councilwoman Gavin thanked the peaceful protestors who marched for justice in the city. She encouraged everyone to come together and continue dialogue.
Councilwoman Quillman spoke regarding clean up from a recent storm and thanked the police department for their work protecting the City from looters and rioting.
Councilman Hug spoke about the importance of unity and gave several statements in response to the protestors, looting, rioting, and social justice issues. He also discussed his experience at one of the peaceful rallies.
Councilman Dickinson discussed his presence at Glenwood Manor during the recent storm. He also thanked the Police Department for their work on May 31, 2020. He offered his condolence to the Walsh family.
Mayor O'Dekirk expressed condolences to the Walsh family. He thanked Mike Eulitz and the City's Roadway Department for all their hard work after the recent storm. He gave a brief synopsis of an incident involving him at a recent peace rally. CLOSED SESSION to discuss the following subjects: A motion was made by Councilman Dickinson, seconded by Councilman Turk, to enter into closed session to discuss personnel, collective bargaining, land acquisition or conveyance, pending or threatened litigation after which the meeting will be adjourned.
The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: Councilman Don "Duck" Dickinson, Councilwoman Bettye Gavin, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilman Terry Morris, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman, and Councilman Michael F. Turk
Absent: Councilwoman Sherri Reardon
Abstain: Mayor Robert O'Dekirk
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. 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.
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