City of Darien City Council met November 20.
Here is the minutes as 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 ofAldermen by Clerk Ragona was as follows:
Present: Tina Beilke Joseph A. Marchese
Thomas J. Belczak Sylvia Mclvor
Thomas M. Chlystek Ted V. Schauer
Joseph A. Kenny
Absent: None
Also in Attendance: Kathleen Moesle Weaver, Mayor
JoAnne E. Ragona, City Clerk
Michael J. Coren, City Treasurer
Bryon D. Vana, City Administrator
Gregory Thomas, Police Chief
Daniel Gombac, Director of Municipal Services
4. Declaration of a Quorum - There being seven aldermen present, Mayor Weaver declared a quorum.
5. Questions, Comments and Announcements - General
There were none.
6. Approval of Minutes
A. City Council Meeting, October 16, 2017
It was moved by Alderman Belczak and seconded by Alderman Schauer to approve the minutes of the City Council Meeting of October 16, 2017.
Roll Call: Ayes: Beilke, Belczak, Chlystek, Kenny, Marchese, Schauer
Abstain: Mclvor
Nays: None
Absent: None
Results: Ayes 7, Nays 0, Absent 0
MOTION DULY CARRIED
B. Goal Setting Session, October 30, 2017 - Removed from Agenda
C. City Council Meeting, November 6, 2017
It was moved by Alderman Marchese and seconded by Alderman Beilke to approve the minutes of the City Council Meeting of November 6, 2017.
Roll Call: Ayes: Beilke, Belczak, Chlystek, Kenny, Marchese, Schauer
Abstain: Kenny, Mclvor
Nays: None
Absent: None
Results: Ayes 7, Nays 0, Absent 0
MOTION DULY CARRIED
7. Receiving of Communications
Alderman Chlystek commented that Dancing with the Starz was an amazing Chamber of Commerce event. Mayor Weaver complimented Chamber of Commerce on doing a great job.
Alderman Mclvor commented about Veteran's Day at Darien Community Park. Mayor Weaver noted that a small crowd was in attendance.
8. Mayor's Report
A. Illinois State Senator John Curran
Mayor Weaver introduced Illinois State Senator John Curran. Senator Curran commented it had been a privilege and an honor to have served Darien residents the past eight years while on the DuPage County Board. He stated he is finishing the remainder of Senator Christine Radogno's term, who retired in July. Senator Curran encouraged residents to continue to reach out to him as he represents District 41 in the Illinois State Senate. Senator Curran addressed Council questions.
9. City Clerk's Report
Clerk Ragona announced that city offices will be closed on November 23 and 24, 2017 in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday.
10. City Administrator's Report
There was no report.
11. Department Head Information/Questions
A. Police Department Monthly Report - October 2017
The October 2017 Police Department Monthly Report is available on the City website.
Chief Thomas provided an update on the heroin abuse forum, "Heroin, Not My Kid" held at Hinsdale South High School. He stated heroin usage is up in the county, nation, and locally.
Chief Thomas addressed Council questions.
B. Municipal Services - No Report
Director Gombac addressed Council questions regarding storm sewer collapse, street sweeping, dead landscaping and free-leaf pickup.
12. Treasurer's Report
A. Warrant Number 17-18-14
It was moved by Alderman Kenny and seconded by Aldennan Belczak to approve payment of Warrant Number 17-18-14 in the amount of $557,619.46 from the enumerated funds, and $252, 108.58 from payroll funds for the period ending 11/09/17 for a total to be approved of$809,728.04.
Roll Call: Ayes: Beilke, Belczak, Chlystek, Kenny, Marchese, Mcivor, Schauer
Nays: None
Absent: None
Results: Ayes 7 Nays 0, Absent 0
MOTION DULY CARRIED
B. Monthly Report - October 2017
Treasurer Coren reviewed year-to-date sources of revenue, expenditures, and fund balances through the month of October 2017:
General Fund: Revenue $9,418,251; Expenditures $6,227,707
Current Balance $3,716,310
Water Fund: Revenue $3,809,627; Expenditures $3,357,543;
Current Balance $918,521
Motor Fuel Tax Fund: Revenue $280,280; Expenditures $179,876;
Current $486,061
Water Depreciation Fund: Revenue ($792); Expenditures $97,709;
Current Balance $84,649
Capital Improvement Fund: Revenue $164,67; Expenditures $2,910,771;
Current Balance $6,233,816
13. Standing Committee Reports
Administrative/Finance Committee - Chairman Schauer announced the next meeting of the Administrative/Finance Committee is scheduled for December 4, 2017 at 6:00 P.M.
Municipal Services Committee - Chairman Marchese announced the next meeting of the Municipal Services Committee is scheduled for November 27, 2017 at 6:30 pm.
Police Committee - Chainnan Mcivor announced the next meeting of the Police Committee is scheduled for December 18, 2017 at 6:00 P.M. in the Police Department Training Room.
14. Questions and Comments-Agenda Related
Alderman Beilke inquired about Consent Agenda Item B transfer amount for Curb & Gutter into Capital Projects Fund. Administrator Vana and Treasurer Coren responded.
15. Old Business
There was no Old Business
16. Consent Agenda
It was moved by Alderman Mcivor and seconded by Alderman Beilke to approve by Omnibus Vote the following items on the Consent Agenda:
A. CONSIDERATION OF A MOTION TO AUTHORIZE THE PURCHASE OF 2 NEW CYBER POWER (PURE SINE WAVE) 1.SKV A UPS WITH REMOTE MANAGEMENT AND 1 NEW CISCO CATALYST 24 PORT NETWORK SWITCH FOR THE NEW SERVER ROOM WHICH INCLUDES THE HARDWARE, INSTALLATION, AND CONFIGURATION IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $5,422.00
B. CONSIDERATION OF A MOTION APPROVING A TRANSFER FROM THE GENERAL FUND TO THE CAPITAL PROJECTS FUND IN THE AMOUNT OF $500,000
C. CONSIDERATION OF A MOTION TO APPROVE THE RELEASE OF EXECUTIVE SESSION MINUTES THAT NO LONGER REQUIRE CONFIDENTIALITY
Roll Call: Ayes: Beilke, Belczak, Chlystek, Kenny, Marchese, Mcivor, Schauer
Nays: None
Absent: None
Results: Ayes 7, Nays 0, Absent 0
MOTION DULY CARRIED
17. New Business
A. CONSIDERATION OF A MOTION TO APPROVE AN ORDINANCE LEVYING TAXES FOR GENERAL AND SPECIAL CORPORATE PURPOSES FOR THE FISCAL YEAR COMMENCING ON THE FIRST DAY OF MAY, 2017, AND ENDING ON THE THIRTIETH DAY OF APRIL, 2018, FOR THE CITY OF DARIEN, ILLINOIS
It was moved by Alderman Schauer and seconded by Alderman Belczak to approve the motion as presented.
ORDINANCE NO. 0-23-17 AN ORDINANCE LEVYING TAXES FOR GENERAL AND SPECIAL CORPORATE PURPOSES FOR THE FISCAL YEAR COMMENCING ON THE FIRST DAY OF MAY, 2017, AND ENDING ON THE THIRTIETH DAY OF APRIL, 2018, FOR THE CITY OF DARIEN, ILLINOIS
Roll Call: Ayes: Beilke, Belczak, Chlystek, Kenny, Marchese, Mcivor, Schauer
Nays: None
Absent: None
Results: Ayes 7, Nays 0, Absent 0
MOTION DULY CARRIED
B. CONSIDERATION OF A MOTION TO APPROVE AN ORDINANCE FOR THE LEVY AND ASSESSMENT OF TAXES FOR THE FISCAL YEAR BEGINNING ON THE FIRST DAY OF MAY, 2017, AND ENDING ON THE THIRTIETH DAY OF APRIL, 2018, IN AND FOR THE CITY OF DARIEN SPECIAL SERVICE AREA NUMBER ONE KNOWN AS TARA HILL
It was moved by Aldennan Schauer and seconded by Alderman Belczak to approve the motion as presented.
Alderman Schauer commented $5,000 is the standard amount used every year for maintenance of Tara Hill BURN.
ORDINANCE NO. 0-24-17 AN ORDINANCE FOR THE LEVY AND ASSESSMENT OF TAXES FOR THE FISCAL YEAR BEGINNING ON THE FIRST DAY OF MAY, 2017, AND ENDING ON THE THIRTIETH DAY OF APRIL, 2018, IN AND FOR THE CITY OF DARIEN SPECIAL SERVICE AREA NUMBER ONE KNOWN AS TARA HILL
Roll Call: Ayes: Beilke, Belczak, Chlystek, Kenny, Marchese, Mcivor, Schauer
Nays: None
Absent: None
Results: Ayes 7, Nays 0, Absent 0
MOTION DULY CARRIED
18. Questions, Comments and Announcements - General
Alderman Marchese received an email regarding Cancer Smashers fundraiser; Mayor Weaver stated event will be held at Chuck's Southern Comforts Cafe on March 24, 2018.
Alderman Beilke reminded everyone that Citizen ofthe Year (COY) nominations can be dropped off at City Hall or submitted online (link under News and Announcements). The deadline for submittal is January 2, 2018. The COY dinner/dance will be held on March 3, 2018.
19. Adjournment
There being no further business to come before the City Council, it was moved by Alderman Mclvor and seconded by Alderman Schauer to adjourn the City Council meeting.
Via Voice Vote - Motion Duly Carried
The City Council meeting adjourned at 8:03 p.m.
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