City of Darien City Council met March 5.
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: Thomas J. Belczak Joseph A. Marchese
Thomas M. Chlystek Sylvia McIvor
Joseph A. Kenny Ted V. Schauer
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 six aldermen present, Mayor
Weaver declared a quorum.
5. Questions, Comments And Announcements – General
There were none.
6. Approval Of Minutes – February 20, 2018
It was moved by Alderman Kenny and seconded by Alderman Schauer to approve the minutes of the City Council Meeting of February 20, 2018.
Roll Call: Ayes: Belczak, Chlystek, Kenny, Marchese, Schauer
Abstain: McIvor
Nays: None
Absent: None
Results: Ayes 6, Nays 0, Absent 0
Motion Duly Carried
7. Receiving Of Communications
Alderman Chlystek received communication from parents of students from Mark DeLay School and neighbors regarding school safety. He asked Chief Thomas to provide an update on school safety in the next Police Department Monthly Report. Chief Thomas indicated that safety in schools is high and students are safe. He commented on the incidences in Benton, KY; Parkland, FL; and Darien. Chief Thomas reviewed security measures and police engagement in schools and the community.
8. Mayor’s Report
Mayor Weaver introduced Charles Dabah, with the Metropolitan Mayors Caucus – a membership organization within the Chicago region; 275 cities, towns and villages participate. Mr. Dabah reviewed the SolSmart Project. He thanked Alderman McIvor, Director Gombac, and City Planner Manning for their work. Mr. Dabah presented the City with the SolSmart Bronze Award.
9. City Clerk’s Report
Clerk Ragona announced a Meet and Greet with Mayor Weaver will be held on Monday, March 19, 2018 at 6:00 p.m. in the City Hall Conference Room.
10. City Administrator’s Report
There was no report.
11. Department Head Information/Questions
A. Police Department – No Report
B. Municipal Services – No Report
12. Treasurer’s Report
A. Warrant Number 17-18-21
It was moved by Alderman Belczak seconded by Alderman Marchese to approve payment of Warrant Number 17-18-21 in the amount of $297,976.32 from the enumerated funds, and $284,251.99 from payroll funds for the period ending 03/01/18 for a total to be approved of $582,228.31.
Roll Call: Ayes: Belczak, Chlystek, Kenny, Marchese, McIvor, Schauer
Nays: None
Absent: None
Results: Ayes 6, Nays 0, Absent 0
Motion Duly Carried
13. Standing Committee Reports
Administrative/Finance Committee – Chairman Schauer stated the minutes of the November 6, 2017 meeting were approved and submitted to the Clerk’s Office. He announced the next meeting of the Administrative/Finance Committee is scheduled for April 2, 2018 at 6:00 p.m. in the City Hall Conference Room.
Municipal Services Committee – Chairman Marchese stated the minutes of the January 22, 2018 meeting were approved and submitted to the Clerk’s Office. He announced the next meeting of the Municipal Services Committee is scheduled for March 26, 2018 at 6:30 p.m.
Police Committee – Chairman McIvor advised the next meeting of the Police Committee is scheduled for March 19, 2018 at 6:00 p.m. in the Police Department Training Room.
Alderman McIvor commented the Council is minus a member. Mayor Weaver stated positive response was received from the notice placed in Direct Connect regarding the opening for Ward 2 Alderman. Mayor Weaver interviewed nine candidates; she will make an appointment at the next Council Meeting.
14. Questions And Comments – Agenda Related
There were none.
15. Old Business
There was no Old Business.
16. Consent Agenda
Mayor Weaver stated Consent Agenda Item E was moved to New Business Item H.
It was moved by Alderman Marchese and seconded by Alderman Kenny to approve by Omnibus Vote the following items on the Consent Agenda:
A. Consideration Of A Motion To Grant A Waiver Of The Raffle License
Bond Requirement For Our Lady Of Peace School Association
B. Consideration Of A Motion To Grant A Waiver Of The Raffle License Bond Requirement For Signature Event Designs On Behalf Of The Community House
C. Consideration Of A Motion To Grant A Waiver Of The Raffle License Bond Requirement For The Darien District 61 Educational Foundation
D. Consideration Of A Motion To Grant A Waiver Of The Raffle License Bond Requirement For The Rotary Club Of Darien
E. Consideration Of A Motion Granting A Waiver Of The $50.00 A Day Fee For The Class “J” Temporary Liquor License For Our Lady Of Peace Home And School Association
F. Resolution No. R-37-18 A Resolution Authorizing The Mayor And City Clerk To Execute A Contract For The 2018 Landscape Maintenance Services Within The 75th Street Right Of Ways, Clock Tower And 8 Entrance Way Planting Beds Between The City Of Darien And Eternally Green Lawn Care Inc. In An Amount Not To Exceed $6,625.00
G. Consideration Of A Motion Authorizing A Contingency In The Amount Of $3,000 For Replacement Of Plant Materials And Plant Enhancements
H. Resolution No. R-38-18 A Resolution Authorizing The Mayor To Execute A Contract For The 2018 Street Maintenance Project Between The City Of Darien And Schroeder Asphalt Inc. The Following Schedule Of Pricing: Base Bid - $1,232,513.60; Alternate 1 – Patching – $61,500.00; For A Total Of $1,294,013.60
I. Resolution No. R-39-18 A Resolution Approving The 2018 City Of Darien Zoning Map
J. Ordinance No. O-05-18 An Ordinance Granting A Minor Amendment To An Approved Planned Unit Development (Darien Towne Centre Pud, 2189 75th Street, Illinois, Amvets Collection Center At Walmart)
K. Resolution No. R-40-18 A Resolution In Support Of The Greenest Region Compact
L. Resolution No. R-41-18 A Resolution Declaring The Official Intent To Reimburse Expenditures Of The City Of Darien In Connection With The Issuance Of Not To Exceed $4,000,000 General Obligation Bonds Series 2018 Of The City Of Darien, Dupage County, Illinois
Roll Call: Ayes: Belczak, Chlystek, Kenny, Marchese, McIvor, Schauer
Nays: None
Absent: None
Results: Ayes 6, Nays 0, Absent 0
Motion Duly Carried
17. New Business
A. Approval Of A Resolution Approving A Transition Agreement With Bryon D. Vana And Approving An Employee Leasing Agreement With Govtempusa, LLC
It was moved by Alderman Schauer and seconded by Alderman Belczak to approve the motion as presented.
Resolution No. R-42-18 A Resolution Approving A Transition Agreement With Bryon D. Vana And Approving An Employee Leasing Agreement With Govtempusa, LLC
Roll Call: Ayes: Belczak, Chlystek, Kenny, Marchese, McIvor, Schauer
Nays: None
Absent: None
Results: Ayes 6, Nays 0, Absent 0
Motion Duly Carried
B. Consideration Of A Motion To Approve A Proposal From Speer Financial Inc. Dated February 6, 2018, For Municipal Advisor Services For The G.O. Water Bonds, Series 2018 In An Amount $4,500 Plus 2/10 Of 1% Of The Municipal Securities Issued In Excess Of $1,000,000
It was moved by Alderman Schauer and seconded by Alderman Belczak to approve the motion as presented.
Roll Call: Ayes: Belczak, Chlystek, Kenny, Marchese, McIvor, Schauer
Nays: None
Absent: None
Results: Ayes 6, Nays 0, Absent 0
Motion Duly Carried
C. Consideration Of A Motion To Approve A Proposal From Ice Miller Llp Dated February 16, 2018, For Bond Counsel Services For G.O. Water Bonds, Series 2018 In An Amount Of $5,900
It was moved by Alderman Marchese and seconded by Alderman McIvor to approve the motion as presented.
Roll Call: Ayes: Belczak, Chlystek, Kenny, Marchese, McIvor, Schauer
Nays: None
Absent: None
Results: Ayes 6, Nays 0, Absent 0
Motion Duly Carried
D. Consideration Of A Motion To Approve An Expenditure In The Amount Not To Exceed $14,000 To Obtain A Bond Rating From Moody’s For The G.O. Water Bonds, Series 2018
It was moved by Alderman Schauer and seconded by Alderman Belczak to approve the motion as presented.
Roll Call: Ayes: Belczak, Chlystek, Kenny, Marchese, McIvor, Schauer
Nays: None
Absent: None
Results: Ayes 6, Nays 0, Absent 0
Motion Duly Carried
E. Consideration Of A Motion To Approve An Ordinance Abating Property Tax Heretofore Levied By Ordinance No. O-28-12 In The Amount Of $298,275
It was moved by Alderman Marchese and seconded by Alderman McIvor to approve the motion as presented.
Ordinance No. O-06-18 An Ordinance Abating Property Tax Heretofore Levied By Ordinance No. O-28-12 In The Amount Of $298,275
Roll Call: Ayes: Belczak, Chlystek, Kenny, Marchese, McIvor, Schauer
Nays: None
Absent: None
Results: Ayes 6, Nays 0, Absent 0
Motion Duly Carried
F. Consideration Of A Motion To Approve A Resolution Authorizing The Mayor To Enter Into A Contract With Acqua Contractors In An Amount Not To Exceed $1,350,000 For The Replacement Of A Water Main And Restoration On Plainfield Road From 75th Street To Tennessee Avenue
It was moved by Alderman Schauer and seconded by Alderman Belczak to approve the motion as presented.
Resolution No. R-43-18 A Resolution Authorizing The Mayor To Enter Into A Contract With Acqua Contractors In An Amount Not To Exceed $1,350,000 For The Replacement Of A Water Main And Restoration On Plainfield Road From 75th Street To Tennessee Avenue
Roll Call: Ayes: Belczak, Chlystek, Kenny, Marchese, McIvor, Schauer
Nays: None
Absent: None
Results: Ayes 6, Nays 0, Absent 0
Motion Duly Carried
G. Consideration Of A Motion To Approve A Resolution Authorizing The Mayor To Accept A Proposal From Christopher B. Burke Engineering, Ltd. In An Amount Not To Exceed $121,330 For The Construction Observation For The Replacement Of A Water Main On Plainfield Road From 75th Street To Tennessee Avenue
It was moved by Alderman Marchese and seconded by Alderman Schauer to approve the motion as presented.
Resolution No. R-44-18 A Resolution Authorizing The Mayor To Accept A Proposal From Christopher B. Burke Engineering, Ltd. In An Amount Not To Exceed $121,330 For The Construction Observation For The Replacement Of A Water Main On Plainfield Road From 75th Street To Tennessee Avenue
Roll Call: Ayes: Belczak, Chlystek, Kenny, Marchese, McIvor,
Schauer
Nays: None
Absent: None
Results: Ayes 6, Nays 0, Absent 0
Motion Duly Carried
H. Consideration Of A Motion Granting A Waiver Of The $50.00 A Day Fee For The Class “J” Temporary Liquor License For Mayslake Knights Of Columbus
It was moved by Alderman Belczak and seconded by Alderman Schauer to approve the motion as presented.
Alderman Kenny explained he requested this item be moved from Consent Agenda to New Business as Alderman Marchese initiated the request for the temporary liquor license and is a member of the Knights of Columbus.
Roll Call: Ayes: Belczak, Chlystek, Kenny, McIvor, Schauer
Abstain: Marchese
Nays: None
Absent: None
Results: Ayes 6, Nays 0, Absent 0
Motion Duly Carried
18. Questions, Comments And Announcements – General
Alderman Marchese announced the Darien Lions Club Pancake Breakfast will be held at Eisenhower Junior High School on March 11, 2018 from 7:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Tickets are $5.00/adult if purchased in advance or $6.00 at the door; children 5 and under eat free. He clarified Boy Scout Troup 101 will be having their Pancake Breakfast on March 18, 2018.
Mayor Weaver complemented the Citizen of the Year Committee on a wonderful event and selection of a great recipient. The event will be available for viewing on Channel 6.
19. Budget Discussion FYE 19
Chairman Schauer reviewed the Fiscal Year 2019 Budget.
Council discussed:
• Municipal Services Water Fund Budget Summary
• Motor Fuel Tax Summary
• Special Service Area #1
20. Adjournment
There being no further business to come before the City Council, it was moved by Alderman McIvor and seconded by Alderman Marchese to adjourn the City Council meeting.
Via Voice Vote – Motion Duly Carried
The City Council meeting adjourned at 9:08 p.m.
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