City of Darien City Council met April 16.
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 Ted V. Schauer
Joseph A. Kenny Lester Vaughan
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
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
Mayor Weaver invited guest, Matthew Digman, who introduced himself. Matthew stated he attends the College of DuPage; a Political Science class requires him to become familiar with local governance.
6. Approval Of Minutes – April 2, 2018 City Council Meeting
It was moved by Alderman Kenny and seconded by Alderman Belczak to approve the minutes of the City Council Meeting of April 2, 2018.
Roll Call: Ayes: Belczak, Chlystek, Kenny, Marchese, Schauer,
Vaughan
Nays: None
Absent: McIvor
Results: Ayes 6 Nays 0, Absent 1
Motion Duly Carried
7. Receiving Of Communications
Alderman Kenny received communication from.
.Lee Lowery, 7200 block of Walden, regarding a power outage.
.Maryann Shea, 7300 block of Exner Court, regarding neighbor’s aggressive dog. Chief Thomas stated dogs must be under control by verbal command and within 7 feet of their owner. Residents need to call 911, for Police assistance.
Alderman Chlystek received communications regarding restoration needed in Ward 4 after AT&T installed fiber optic lines. Director Gombac responded.
Alderman Vaughan received communication.
.Dawn Balicki, 105 Iris, regarding water retention in rear yard. Director Gombac responded that resident elected not to participate in the rear yard drainage project.
.Ed Musial, 300 block of 69th Street, regarding the poor condition of the home at 6902 High Road. Director Gombac explained the history and current status of the home.
8. Mayor’s Report
There was no report.
9. City Clerk’s Report
There was no report.
10. City Administrator’s Report
Administrator Vana announced the City’s Environmental Committee is hosting an electronic recycling event for Darien residents on Saturday, April 21, from 8-10 a.m. Information details can be found on the City website, in Direct Connect or by calling City Hall.
11. Department Head Information/Questions
A. Police Department Monthly Report – March 2018
The March 2018 Police Department Monthly Report is available on the City website.
Alderman Kenny inquired about the increase in traffic accidents; Chief Thomas explained the variance and will verify statistics.
B. Municipal Services
Director Gombac stated a water main project will be starting on Plainfield Road from 75th Street to approximately Clarendon Hills Road. A notification board will convey construction details and encourage residents to use alternate routes. Businesses will remain open. Estimated cost of this project is $1.2M.
12. Treasurer’s Report
A. Warrant Number 17-18-24
It was moved by Alderman Marchese and seconded by Alderman Belczak to approve payment of Warrant Number 17-18-24 in the amount of $455,563.39 from the enumerated funds, and $261,175.31 from payroll funds for the period ending 04/12/18 for a total to be approved of $716,738.70.
Roll Call: Ayes: Belczak, Chlystek, Kenny, Marchese, Schauer,
Vaughan
Nays: None
Absent: McIvor
Results: Ayes 6, Nays 0, Absent 1
Motion Duly Carried
B. Treasurer’s Report – March 2018
Treasurer Coren reviewed year-to-date sources of revenue, expenditures, and fund balances through the month of March 2018:
General Fund: Revenue $14,766,249; Expenditures $10,684,184
Current Balance $4,107,832
Water Fund: Revenue $8,126,906; Expenditures $6,386,197;
Current Balance $2,207,145
Motor Fuel Tax Fund: Revenue $522,638; Expenditures $475,960; Current
Balance $432,335
Water Depreciation Fund: Revenue ($1,156); Expenditures $170,720; Current
Balance $11,274
Capital Improvement Fund: Revenue $233,932; Expenditures $3,898,933;
Current Balance $5,814,916
13. Standing Committee Reports
Administrative/Finance Committee – Chairman Schauer announced the next meeting of the Administrative/Finance Committee is scheduled for May 7, 2018 at 6:00 p.m. in the City Hall Conference Room.
Municipal Services Committee – Chairman Marchese announced the Municipal Services Committee meeting is scheduled for April 23, 2018 at 6:30 p.m.
Police Committee – Clerk Ragona announced the next meeting of the Police Committee is scheduled for May 21, 2018 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 An Ordinance Of The City Of Darien, Dupage County, Illinois, Providing For The Issuance Of General Obligation Bonds, Series 2018, Providing The Details Of Such Bonds And For A Levy Of Taxes To Pay The Principal Of And Interest On Such Bonds, And Related Matters ($3,500,000)
It was moved by Alderman Schauer and seconded by Alderman Belczak to approve the motion as presented.
Ordinance. No. O-11-18 An Ordinance Of The City Of Darien, Dupage County, Illinois, Providing For The Issuance Of General Obligation Bonds, Series 2018, Providing The Details Of Such Bonds And For A Levy Of Taxes To Pay The Principal Of And Interest On Such Bonds, And Related Matters ($3,500,000)
Roll Call: Ayes: Belczak, Chlystek, Kenny, Marchese, Schauer, Vaughn
Nays: None
Absent: McIvor
Results: Ayes 6, Nays 0, Absent 1
Motion Duly Carried
18. Questions, Comments And Announcements – General
Alderman Chlystek reminded residents to not block City sidewalks when parking on their driveways. Administrator Vana stated the Police Department will enforce city code when complaints are received. Chief Thomas included additional information in the March 2018 Monthly Report on page 2.
Clerk Ragona invited all to attend the Rotary Club of Darien’s fundraiser, “A Taste of Route 66”, on April 24, 2018. Funds raised will assist in feeding 195 children at the end of each school week. Visit www.darienrotaryclub.org for additional information.
19. Adjournment
There being no further business to come before the City Council, it was moved by Alderman Schauer and seconded by Alderman Chlystek to adjourn the City Council meeting.
Via Voice Vote – Motion Duly Carried
The City Council meeting adjourned at 7:58 p.m.
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