City of Darien City Council met Nov. 6.
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 7:31 P.M. by Mayor Weaver.
2. Pledge Of Allegiance
Mayor Weaver led the Council and audience in the Pledge ofAllegiance.
3. Roll Call-The Roll Call ofAldermen by Clerk Ragona was as follows:
Present: Tina Beilke Joseph A. Marchese
Thomas J. Belczak Ted V. Schauer
Thomas M. Chlystek
Absent: Joseph A. Kenny
Sylvia Mclvor
Also in Attendance: Kathleen Moesle Weaver, Mayor
JoAnne E. Ragona, City Clerk
Michael J. Coren, City Treasurer
Bryon D. Vana, City Administrator
Gregory Thomas, Poli
Gregory Thomas, Police Chief
Daniel Gombac, Director ofMunicipal Services
Steven Manning, City Planner
4. Declaration Of A Quorum - There being five
Weaver declared a quorum.
5. Questions, Comments And Announcements
There were none.
6. Approval Of Minutes
There were none.
7. Receiving Of Communications
Alderman Chylstek received communication regarding speeding on Sawyer Road between Portsmouth Drive and 79th Street.
8. Mayor's Report
A. Consideration Of A Motion To Approve The Reappointment Of Members To The Citizen Of The Year Committee: Bonnie Kucera, Carol Mallers, And Merle Salazar
It was moved by Alderman Schauer and seconded by Alderman Beilke to approve the reappointment of members to the Citizen of the Year Committee: Bonnie Kucera, Carol Mallers, and Merle Salazar.
Roll Call: Ayes: Beilke, Belczak, Chlystek, Marchese, Schauer
Nays: None
Absent: Kenny, Mcivor
Results: Ayes 5, Nays 0, Absent 2
Motion Duly Carried
B. Consideration Of A Motion To Approve The Appointment Of Linda Borowiak To The Citizen Of The Year Committee
It was moved by Alderman Marchese and seconded by Alderman Belczak to approve the appointment ofLinda Borowiak to the Citizen of the Year Committee.
Roll Call: Ayes:
Nays:
Absent:
Beilke, Belczak, Chlystek, Marchese, Schauer
None
Kenny, Mcivor
Results: Ayes 5, Nays 0, Absent 2
Motion Duly Carried
Clerk Ragona administered the Oath of Office to Linda Borowiak, Bonnie Kucera and Carol Mallers.
Bonnie Kucera announced the Citizen ofthe Year Dinner Dance will be held on March 3, 2018 at Alpine Banquet; reception begins at 6:00 P.M. with dinner at 7:00 P.M. The cost is $35/person for family-style di1mer. Nominations should be sent to City Hall by January 2, 2018. The Citizen of the Year nominee will be announced at the January 15, 2018 City Council Meeting; Cake and Coffee Reception will be held on February 20, 2018.
9. City Clerk's Report
A. 2018 Vehicle Sticker Lottery
Clerk Ragona announced.
... there were ten organizations offered the opportunity to participate in the Darien Identification Vehicle Sticker Program with three organizations that expressed an interest. The Darien Chamber of Commerce was the winner but advised they were unable to fulfill the requirements. Clerk Ragona conducted the lottery with the remaining two organizations, Darien Historical Society and Darien Rotary Club. The winner was Darien Rotary Club.
... a meet and greet with Mayor Weaver will be held on November 20, 2017 at 6:00 P.M. at City Hall in the Conference Room.
10. City Administrator's Report
There was no report.
11. Department Head Information/Questions
A. Police Department - No Report
B. Municipal Services
Director Gombac provided an update on the storm sewer infrastructure failure located in the parking lot of the office buildings at 737 and 801 Plainfield Road; he discussed costs for repairs and addressed Council questions.
12. Treasurer's Report
A. Warrant Number 17-18-13
It was moved by Alderman Belczak and seconded by Alderman Schauer to approve payment of Warrant Number 17-18-13 in the amount of $417,496.45 from the enumerated funds, and $259,332.59 from payroll funds for the period ending 10/26/17 for a total to be approved of$676,829.04.
Roll Call: Ayes: Beilke, Belczak, Chylstek, Marchese, Schauer
Nays: None
Absent: Kenny, Mclvor
Results: Ayes 5, Nays 0, Absent 2
Motion Duly Carried
B. Monthly Report - September 2017
Treasurer Coren reviewed year-to-date sources of revenue, expenditures, and fund balances through the month of September 2017:
General Fund: Revenue $8,233,683; Expenditures $5,442,661
Current Balance $3 ,316, 789
Water Fund: Revenue $3,816,399 Expenditures $2,789,076;
Current Balance $1,493,760
Motor Fuel Tax Fund: Revenue $237,362; Expenditures $154,702; Current
Balance $468,3 17
Water Depreciation Fund: Revenue ($750); Expenditures $83,738; Current
Balance $98,662
Capital Improvement Fund: Revenue $157,358; Expenditures $2,779,3 15;
Current Balance $6,357,960
13. St Anding Committee Reports
Administrative/Finance Committee - Chairman Schauer advised the minutes of the October 2, 2017 meeting were approved and submitted to the Clerk's Office. He am1ounced the next meeting of the Administrative/Finance Committee is scheduled for December 4, 2017 at 6:00 P.M.
Municipal Services Committee - Chairman Marchese advised the minutes of the September 25, 2017 meeting were approved and submitted to the Clerk's Office. He announced the next meeting of the Municipal Services Committee is scheduled for November 27, 2017 at 6:30 P.M.
Police Committee - Clerk Ragona announced the next meeting of the Police Committee is scheduled for November 20, 2017 at 6:00 P.M. in the Police Department Training Room.
Police Pension Board_ - Liaison Coren commented on the Police Pension Board quarterly meeting held on October 25, 2017. He stated the quarter was good with 5-6% return over the last six months from the two investment advisors.
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 Grant A Waiver Of The Raffle License Bond Requirement For William F. Murphy PTO
It was moved by Alderman Schauer and seconded by Alderman Beilke to approve the motion as presented.
Roll Call: Ayes: Beilke, Belczak, Chlystek, Marchese, Schauer
Nays: None
Absent: Kenny, Mcivor
Results: Ayes 5, Nays 0, Absent 2
Motion Duly Carried
B. Consideration Of A Motion To Grant A Waiver Of The Raffle License Bond Requirement For The Darien Woman's Club
It was moved by Alderman Marchese and seconded by Alderman Belczak to approve the motion as presented.
Roll Call: Ayes: Beilke, Belczak, Chlystek, Marchese, Schauer
Nays: None
Absent: Ke1my, Mcivor
Results: Ayes 5, Nays 0, Absent 2
Motion Duly Carried
C. Consideration Of A Motion To Approve A Resolution Authorizing The Mayor To Enter Into An Engineering Agreement With Christopher B. Burke Engineering, Ltd For Pavement Corings For The Proposed 2018 Street Maintenance Program, In The Amount Not To Exceed $8,900.00
It was moved by Aldennan Schauer and seconded by Alderman Belczak to approve the motion as presented.
Resolution No. R-92-17 A Resolution Authorizing The Mayor To Enter Into An Engineering Agreement With Christopher B. Burke Engineering, Ltd For Pavement Corings For The Proposed 2018 Street Maintenance Program, In The Amount Not To Exceed $8,900.00
Roll Call: Ayes: Beilke, Belczak, Chlystek, Marchese, Schauer
Nays: None
Absent: Kenny, Mcivor
Results: Ayes 5, Nays 0, Absent 2
Motion Duly Carried
D. Consideration Of A Motion To Approve A Resolution To Enter Into An Engineering Agreement With Christopher B. Burke Engineering, Ltd. For The 2018 Street Maintenance Program In An Amount Not To Exceed $32,748.00
It was moved by Alderman Marchese and seconded by Alderman Belczak to approve the motion as presented.
Resolution No. R-93-17 A Resolution To Enter Into An Engineering Agreement With Christopher B. Burke Engineering, Ltd. For The 2018 Street Maintenance Program In An Amount Not To Exceed $32,748.00
E. Consideration Of A Motion To Approve A Resolution Accepting A Proposal From Associated Technical Services (ATS) For The 2017 Water Leak Survey, Valve Exercising Program And Creating A GIS Valve And Hydrant Database In The Amount Of $81,926.82. Included Is A Per Unit Cost For The Leak Location Phase In The Amount Of $395.00 Per Mainline Or Service Leak, And $95.00 Per Fire Hydrant Leak Or Mainline Valve For A Total Amount Not To Exceed $14,500.00
It was moved by Alderman Schauer and seconded by Alderman Beilke to approve the motion as presented.
Resolution No. R-94-17 A Resolution Accepting A Proposal From Associated Technical Services (ATS) For The 2017 Water Leak Survey, Valve Exercising Program And Creating A GIS Valve And Hydrant Database In The Amount Of $81,926.82. Included Is A Per Unit Cost For The Leak Location Phase In The Amount Of $395.00 Per Mainline Or Service Leak, And $95.00 Per Fire Hydrant Leak Or Mainline Valve For A Total Amount Not To Exceed $14,500.00
Roll Call: Ayes: Beilke, Belczak, Chlystek, Marchese, Schauer
Nays: None
Absent: Kenny, Mcivor
Results: Ayes 5, Nays 0, Absent 2
Motion Duly Carried
F. Consideration Of A Motion To Approve An Ordinance Amending Title 4, Building Regulations, Darien Building Code, Of The Darien City Code (Solar Codes)
It was moved by Aldennan Chlystek and seconded by Alderman Marchese to approve the motion as presented.
Ordinance No. 0-18-17 An Ordinance Amending Title 4, Building Regulations, Darien Building Code, Of The Darien City Code (Solar Codes)
Roll Call: Ayes: Beilke, Belczak, Chlystek, Marchese, Schauer
Nays: None
Absent: Kenny, Mclvor
Results: Ayes 5, Nays 0, Absent 2
Motion Duly Carried
G. Consideration Of A Motion To Approve An Ordinance Approving A Variation To The Darien Zoning Ordinance (PZC 2017-03 8185 Chapman Court)
It was moved by Aldennan Schauer and seconded by Alderman Belczak to approve the motion as presented.
Ordinance No. 0 -19-17 An Ordinance Approving A Variation To The Darien Zoning Ordinance (PZC 2017-03 8185 Chapman Court)
Roll Call: Ayes: Beilke, Belczak, Chlystek, Marchese, Schauer
Nays: None
Absent: Kenny, Mcivor
Results: Ayes 5, Nays 0, Absent 2
Motion Duly Carried
H. Consideration Of A Motion To Approve An Ordinance Authorizing The Execution Of An Annexation And Development Agreement (PZC 2016-10: 17w615 N. Frontage Road)
It was moved by Alderman Marchese and seconded by Alderman Schauer to approve the motion as presented.
Ordinance No. 0-20-17 An Ordinance Authorizing The Execution Of An Annexation And Development Agreement (PZC 2016 10: 17w615 N. Frontage Road)
Roll Call: Ayes: Beilke, Belczak, Chlystek, Marchese, Schauer,
Weaver
Nays: None
Absent: Kenny, Mcivor
Results: Ayes 6, Nays 0, Absent 2
Motion Duly Carried
I. Cons Id Era Tjon Of A Motion To Approve An Ordinance Annexing Certain Property To The City Of Darien (17w615 N. Frontage Road)
It was moved by Alderman Belczak and seconded by Alderman Chlystek to approve the motion as presented.
Ordinance No. 0-21-17 An Ordinance Annexing Certain Property To The City Of Darien (17w615 N. Frontage Road)
Roll Call: Ayes: Beilke, Belczak, Chlystek, Marchese, Schauer
Nays: None
Absent: Kenny, Mcivor
Results: Ayes 5, Nays 0, Absent 2
Motion Duly Carried
J. Consideration Of A Motion To Approve An Ordinance Rezoning Property In Accordance With A Certain Annexation And Redevelopment Agreement (PZC 2016-10: 17w615 N. Frontage Road)
It was moved by Alderman Marchese and seconded by Alderman Schauer to approve the motion as presented.
Ordinance No. 0-22-17 An Ordinance Rezoning Property In Accordance With A Certain Annexation And Redevelopment Agreement (PZC 2016-10: 17w615 N. Frontage Road)
Roll Call: Ayes: Beilke, Belczak, Chlystek, Marchese, Schauer
Nays: None
Absent: Kenny, Mclvor
Results: Ayes 5, Nays 0, Absent 2
Motion Duly Carried
K. Consideration Of A Motion To Authorize The Purchase Of The Following:
1. 511 Banners From Quinn Flags For The City Of Darien Banner Program, In An Amount Not To Exceed $21,436.45
2. 25 Double Banner Brackets From Bannerville USA, In An Amount Not To Exceed Amount Of $2,875.00
3. 50 6-Foot Diameter Holiday Wreaths From Houzz, In An Amount Not To Exceed $6,649.50
4. 5 Pre-Lit Holiday Trees From Balsam Hill, In An Amount Not To Exceed $4,396.98
It was moved by Alderman Marchese and seconded by Alderman Belczak to approve the motion as presented.
Alderman Beilke asked for clarification on Item 1; Director Gombac responded.
Roll Call: Ayes: Beilke, Belczak, Chlystek, Marchese, Schauer
Nays: None
Absent: Kenny, Mclvor
Results: Ayes 5, Nays 0, Absent 2
Motion Duly Carried
18. Questions, Comments And Announcements - General
Alderman Marchese announced Dancing with the Chamber Starz is November 11, 2017 at Ashton Place; cost is $80/ticket.
19. Adjournment
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