City of Joliet Land Use & Legislative Committee met Oct. 8.
Here is the minutes provided by the committee:
ROLL CALL
Present Terry Morris, and Jan Hallums Quillman
Absent Don "Duck" Dickinson
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
A motion was made by Jan Hallums Quillman, seconded by Terry Morris, to approve minutes from the July 23, 2020 Meeting. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: Morris, and Hallums Quillman
Absent: Dickinson
CITIZENS TO BE HEARD ON AGENDA ITEMS
Pastor Eric Hamilton, son of Rev. James Hamilton and Elgis Dortch, Applicant, appeared on behalf of the Honorary Street Name application for Rev. James Hamilton.
Mr. Hamilton and Ms. Dortch gave further background information about Rev. Hamilton.
Councilwoman Quillman asked what street they were inquiring about. Mr. Hamilton responded it is 415 Parks Avenue at the corner of Parks and Clay.
Councilman Morris inquired where the sign would go. Mr. Jackson responded.
Ms. Julia Alexander appeared on behalf of the Honorary Street Change for Terry D'Arcy. Mr. Jackson explained where the sign would be posted.
Councilwoman Quillman requested the petitioner speak with the District Council person before the project proceeds forward.
NOTE: There is a new temporary procedure for public speaking. Details can be found on the Joliet.gov “Public Comments” web page.
This section is for anyone wanting to speak regarding items listed on the agenda. Anyone speaking on an agenda item is entitled to speak for a maximum of 4 minutes. It is not a question and answer period and staff and the Land Use & Legislative Committee do not generally respond to public comments. Please note speakers who engage in conduct injurious to the harmony of the Land Use & Legislative Committee shall be called to order by the Presiding Officer and may forfeit the opportunity to speak.
HONORARY STREET CHANGE FOR REV. JAMES HAMILTON SR.
A motion was made by Jan Hallums Quillman, seconded by Terry Morris, to recommend for approval the Honorary Street Change for Rev. James Hamilton at the full City Council meeting. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: Morris, and Hallums Quillman
Absent: Dickinson
HONORARY STREET CHANGE FOR TERRY D'ARCY
A motion was made by Jan Hallums Quillman, seconded by Terry Morris, to recommend for approval the Honorary Street Change for Terry D'Arcy at the full City Council meeting. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: Morris, and Hallums Quillman
Absent: Dickinson
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 18, ARTICLE I, SECTION 18-20 AND ESTABLISHING CHAPTER 18, ARTICLE XXII OF THE CITY OF JOLIET CODE OF ORDINANCES
Mr. Conley, Economic Development Specialist, appeared on behalf of the proposed ordinance and gave the Committee additional background information about it.
Councilwoman Quillman asked if they will give the total amount of warehouses that there are. Mr. Conley said it will be for each operator. He said the warehouse is typically owned by a developer or a property owner and then they lease it to separate groups that would operate a portion of the building.
A motion was made by Jan Hallums Quillman, seconded by Terry Morris, to request the Ordinance Amending Chapter 18, Article I, Section 18-20 and Establishing Chapter 18, Article XXII of the City of Joliet Code of Ordinances go before the full City Council for approval with a possible amendment after further research is completed. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: Morris, and Hallums Quillman
Absent: Dickinson
AMENDMENT TO THE RESPONSIBLE BIDDER ORDINANCE
Mr. Regis, Legal Department, gave the Committee background information about the Responsible Bidder Ordinance. Staff had a meeting about the ordinance and there were revisions made. The revised document is before the Committee today.
Mr. Regis answered the Committee members questions.
A motion was made by Jan Hallums Quillman, seconded by Terry Morris, to recommend for approval by the full City Council the Amendment to the Responsible Bidder Ordinance with the understanding the ordinance will be amended in the future pending on the State. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: Morris, and Hallums Quillman
Absent: Dickinson
AMENDMENT TO THE DISORDERLY CONDUCT ORDINANCE
Mr. Regis, Legal Department, gave the Committee background information about the Amendment to the Disorderly Conduct Ordinance. He said this was created at the request of Councilman Morris. There were some municipalities that were doing some ordinances of this nature nationwide. He explained in further detail.
A motion was made by Jan Hallums Quillman, seconded by Terry Morris, to recommend for approval by the full City Council the Amendment to the Disorderly Conduct Ordinance. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: Morris, and Hallums Quillman
Absent: Dickinson
AMENDMENT TO THE SUBDIVISION ORDINANCE
Mr. Regis, Legal Department, gave the Committee background information about the Amendment to the Subdivision Ordinance. He said the request for the amendment came from the park district and the City Manager.
There was brief discussion.
A motion was made by Jan Hallums Quillman, seconded by Terry Morris, to table the Amendment to the Subdivision Ordinance to the next meeting. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: Morris, and Hallums Quillman
Absent: Dickinson
AMENDMENT TO THE TRAFFIC CODE
Mr. Regis, Legal Department, gave background information to the Committee regarding the Amendment to the Traffic Code.
A motion was made by Jan Hallums Quillman, seconded by Terry Morris, to recommend for approval by the full City Council the Amendment to the Traffic Code. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: Morris, and Hallums Quillman
Absent: Dickinson
TMP-0501
NEW OR OLD BUSINESS - NOT FOR FINAL ACTION OR RECOMMENDATION
Councilman Morris spoke about the joint meeting with the Public Safety Committee regarding the Police Reform.
He said there are some things on the list that can be discussed and would move the city forward in a positive way. He mentioned the Citizens Police Academy.
Mr. Regis said there is a standing called for by ordinance the Community Relations Advisory Board. Maybe it could be revamped in some fashion to address issues between the Police and the community.
Councilwoman Quillman said Axon, which is a company that specializes in body cameras and tasers, will be giving a presentation at the 10/19 City Council meeting.
PUBLIC COMMENT
A citizen appeared regarding a document that was written by citizens and would like to be heard again on the subject of Police Reform.
NOTE: There is a new temporary procedure for public speaking. Details can be found on the Joliet.gov “Public Comments” web page.
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 Land Use & Legislative Committee do not generally respond to the public comments. Please note, speakers who engage in conduct injurious to the harmony of the Committee shall be called to order by the Presiding Officer and may forfeit the opportunity to speak.
ADJOURNMENT
A motion was made by Jan Hallums Quillman, seconded by Terry Morris, to adjourn.
https://joliet.legistar1.com/joliet/meetings/2020/10/1039_M_Land_Use___Legislative_Committee_20-10-08_Meeting_Minutes.pdf
Alerts Sign-up