City of Darien City Council met May 15.
Here is the minutes provided by the Council:
1. Call to Order
The regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Darien was called to order at 7:30 p.m. by Mayor Weaver.
2. Pledge of Allegiance
Mayor Weaver led the Council and audience in the Pledge of Allegiance.
3. Roll Call — The Roll Call of Aldermen by Clerk Ragona was as follows:
Present: Tina Beilke Joseph A. Kenny
Thomas J. Belczak Joseph A. Marchese
Thomas M. Chlystek Ted V. Schauer
Absent: Sylvia McIvor
Also in Attendance: Kathleen Moesle Weaver, Mayor
JoAnne E. Ragona, City Clerk
Michael J. Coren, City Treasurer
Bryon D. Vana, City Administrator
Edward Rentka, Commander Police Department
Daniel Gombac, Director of Municipal Services
4. Declaration of a Quorum — There being six aldermen present, Mayor Weaver declared a quorum.
5. Questions, Comments and Announcements – General
There were none.
6. Approval of Minutes – May 1, 2017 City Council Meeting
It was moved by Alderman Beilke and seconded by Alderman Belczak to approve the minutes of the City Council Meeting of May 1, 2017.
Roll Call: Ayes: Beilke, Belczak, Chlystek, Kenny, Marchese, Schauer
Nays: None
Absent: McIvor
Results: Ayes 6, Nays 0, Absent 1
Motion Duly Carried
7. Receiving Of Communications
Alderman Chlystek...
...received communication from Bob Code, 8000 block of Sawyer, regarding calls made to ComEd to report power outages. Mayor Weaver advised residents need to contact Staff with details. She stated ComEd will be presenting Annual Report at an upcoming City Council Meeting.
...announced the Ward 4 block party will be held at Pinewood Park on July 23, 2017 beginning at 1:00 p.m.
8. Mayor’s Report
A. Consideration Of A Motion To Approve The Reappointment Of John M. Breslin To The Police Pension Board
It was moved by Alderman Marchese and seconded by Alderman Beilke to approve the reappointment of John M. Breslin to the Police Pension Board.
Roll Call: Ayes: Beilke, Belczak, Chlystek, Kenny, Marchese, Schauer
Nays: None
Absent: McIvor
Results: Ayes 6, Nays 0, Absent 1
Motion Duly Carried
Clerk Ragona administered the Oath of Office to John M. Breslin.
B. Consideration Of A Motion To Approve The Appointment Of Louis Mallers As Chairman Of The Planning And Zoning Commission
It was moved by Alderman Kenny and seconded by Alderman Belczak to approve the appointment of Louis Mallers as Chairman of the Planning and Zoning Commission.
Roll Call: Ayes: Beilke, Belczak, Chlystek, Kenny, Marchese, Schauer
Nays: None
Absent: McIvor
Results: Ayes 6, Nays 0, Absent 1
Motion Duly Carried
Clerk Ragona administered the Oath of Office to Louis Mallers.
C. Darien Chamber of Commerce Update
Clare Bongiovanni provided the following update:
• Welcome new Chamber members: Holtz Education Center, 8149 South Cass Avenue, and Elite Smiles Dental Care, 7531 Lemont Road.
• The 2017-2018 Neighbors of Darien Business Directory & Community Guide has been mailed. Residents are encouraged to Shop Local Shop Darien.
• The 17th Annual Darien Dash will be held on May 21, 2017 at 8:30 A.M. at the Darien Community Park. The Darien Chamber of Commerce (DCC) will award $1000 to (1) Darien School and (1) Darien 501(c)(3) not-for- profit organization. Packet pickup will be held at the Darien Police Department on May 19 from 9 A.M. to 6:00 P.M. and May 20 from 9:00 A.M. to Noon. Volunteers are needed and should call 630-968-0004 for more information. Clare thanked all sponsors and 2017 Darien Dash Partners.
• Countryside Bank, 7380 Route 83, is hosting a Business After Hours on May 25, 2017 from 5-7:00 p.m.
• DCC is hosting a Multi-Chamber Progressive Networking Luncheon at Chuck’s Southern Comforts Café on June 13, 2017. Register online at darienchamber.com.
• DCC Coffee Connection will be held June 27, 2017 at BMO Harris Bank at 8:00 A.M.
• The 30th Annual DarienFest will be held September 8-10, 2017 at Darien Community Park. The DCC is working on securing entertainment for DarienFest; Friday night will be Country night featuring headliner Hillbilly Rockstarz and Sunday night will headline American English.
• Darien Chamber Women in Business and the Rotary Club of Darien announced all ten schools will be participating in the “Battle of the Adirondack Chairs” at DarienFest. The chairs will be on display in rotation at the Indian Prairie Public Library. The winners will be announced at DarienFest on September 10, 2017. The proceeds from the chair with the highest bid will be donated back to the Art Department of the winning school.
9. City Clerk’s Report
Clerk Ragona advised that City offices will be closed on Monday, May 29, 2017 in observance of Memorial Day.
10. City Administrator’s Report
Administrator Vana provided an update on the Electric Municipal Aggregation Program, which expires September 2017. NIMEC will present bids at the June 5, 2017 City Council Meeting.
11. Department Head Information/Questions
A. Police Department Monthly Report – April 2017
The April 2017 Police Department Monthly Report is available on the City website.
Alderman Chylstek inquired about the Vacation House Watch Program; Commander Rentka responded residents must fill out the appropriate form either online or at the Police Department in order for patrol to survey house.
B. Municipal Services – No Report
12. Treasurer’s Report
A. Warrant Number 16-17-26
It was moved by Alderman Beilke and seconded by Alderman Belczak to approve payment of Warrant Number 16-17-26 in the amount of $900,423.83 from the enumerated funds, for a total to be approved of $900,423.83.
Roll Call: Ayes: Beilke, Belczak, Chlystek, Kenny, Marchese, Schauer
Nays: None
Absent: McIvor
Results: Ayes 6, Nays 0, Absent 1
Motion Duly Carried
B. Warrant Number 17-18-02
It was moved by Alderman Kenny and seconded by Alderman Belczak to approve payment of Warrant Number 17-18-02 in the amount of $117,515.35 from the enumerated funds, and $249,386.64 from payroll funds for the period ending 05/11/17 for a total to be approved of $366,901.99.
Roll Call: Ayes: Beilke, Belczak, Chlystek, Kenny, Marchese, Schauer
Nays: None
Absent: McIvor
Results: Ayes 6, Nays 0, Absent 1
Motion Duly Carried
13. Standing Committee Reports
Administrative/Finance Committee – Chairman Schauer announced the next meeting of the Administrative/Finance Committee is scheduled for June 5, 2017 at 6:00 P.M.
Municipal Services Committee – Chairman Marchese announced the next meeting of the Municipal Services Committee is scheduled for May 22, 2017 at 6:30 P.M.
Police Committee – Alderman Marchese advised the minutes of the February 21, 2017 meeting were approved and submitted to the Clerk’s Office. He announced the next meeting of the Police Committee is scheduled for June 19, 2017 at 6:00 P.M. in the Police Department Training Room.
14. Questions and Comments – Agenda Related
There were none.
15. Old Business
There was no Old Business.
16. Consent Agenda
There was no Consent Agenda
17. New Business
A. Consideration Of A Motion To Approve Authorizing The Purchase Of One (1) New Server And Installation In An Amount Not To Exceed $25,000.00 From Our Current It Provider AIS
It was moved by Alderman Beilke and seconded by Alderman Schauer to approve the motion as presented.
Roll Call: Ayes: Beilke, Belczak, Chlystek, Kenny, Marchese, Schauer
Nays: None
Absent: McIvor
Results: Ayes 6, Nays 0, Absent 1
Motion Duly Carried
B. Consideration Of A Motion To Approve A Resolution Accepting A Storm Sewer Easement From The Following Properties: 613 70th Street – Pin 09-22-407-013 And 617 70th Street – Pin 09-22-407-012
It was moved by Alderman Marchese and seconded by Alderman Belczak to approve the motion as presented.
Resolution No. R-61-17 A Resolution Accepting A Storm Sewer Easement From The Following Properties: 613 70th Street – Pin 09-22-407-013 And 617 70th Street – Pin 09-22-407-012
Roll Call: Ayes: Beilke, Belczak, Chlystek, Marchese, Schauer
Nays: Kenny
Absent: McIvor
Results: Ayes 5, Nays 1, Absent 1
Motion Duly Carried
C. Consideration Of A Motion To Approve A Resolution Authorizing The Mayor And City Clerk To Execute A Private Property – Development Storm Water Management Assistance Project For 613 And 617 70th Street With J&R Landscaping And Tree Services In An Amount Not To Exceed $9,442
It was moved by Alderman Belczak and seconded by Alderman Schauer to approve the motion as presented.
Resolution No. R-62-17 A Resolution Authorizing The Mayor And City Clerk To Execute A Private Property – Development Storm Water Management Assistance Project For 613 And 617 70th Street With J&R Landscaping And Tree Services In An Amount Not To Exceed $9,442
Roll Call: Ayes: Beilke, Belczak, Chlystek, Marchese, Schauer
Nays: Kenny
Absent: McIvor
Results: Ayes 5, Nays 1, Absent 1
Motion Duly Carried
D. Consideration Of A Motion To Approve A Resolution Authorizing The Mayor To Accept A Proposal From Lake Shore Lighting For The Removal Of The Existing Interior Lighting Of The City Hall Complex And Purchase And Installation Of New Energy Saving Fixtures At A Cost Not To Exceed $67,461
It was moved by Alderman Schauer and seconded by Alderman Marchese to approve the motion as presented.
Director Gombac stated two grants totaling $57,000 have been awarded specifying work must be completed by 5/31/17.
Resolution No. R-63-17 A Resolution Authorizing The Mayor To Accept A Proposal From Lake Shore Lighting For The Removal Of The Existing Interior Lighting Of The City Hall Complex And Purchase And Installation Of New Energy Saving Fixtures At A Cost Not To Exceed $67,461
Roll Call: Ayes: Beilke, Belczak, Chlystek, Kenny, Marchese, Schauer
Nays: None
Absent: McIvor
Results: Ayes 6, Nays 0, Absent 1
Motion Duly Carried
18. Questions, Comments And Announcements – General
Alderman Chylstek requested the link to the Vacation House Watch Program be placed on the City website home page under News & Announcements with a reminder in Direct Connect.
19. Adjournment
There being no further business to come before the City Council, it was moved by Alderman Kenny and seconded by Alderman Beilke to adjourn the City Council meeting.
Via Voice Vote – Motion Duly Carried
The City Council meeting adjourned at 7:53 p.m.
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