City of Darien City Council met Oct. 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: Thomas J. Belczak Sylvia McIvor
Thomas M. Chlystek Ted V. Schauer
Joseph A. Kenny Lester Vaughan
Joseph A. Marchese
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
Steve Leopoldo, Farmingdale Drive, expressed concern regarding proactive actions to protect public health in our community. He inquired about the establishment of a zero idling ordinance and setting limitations on emissions.
Paula Wallrich stated she emailed Council regarding Sterigenics. She inquired about protective measures residents can take should an explosion occur due to Ethylene Oxide. Administrator Vana stated Chief Thomas will address inquiry during his Monthly Report update, which includes Emergency Operations Plans.
6. APPROVAL OF MINUTES – October 1, 2018 City Council Meeting
It was moved by Alderman Marchese and seconded by Alderman Belczak to approve the minutes of the City Council Meeting of October 1, 2018.
Roll Call: Ayes: Belczak, Chlystek, Kenny, Marchese, McIvor,
Schauer, Vaughan
Nays: None
Absent: None
Results: Ayes 7, Nays 0, Absent 0
MOTION DULY CARRIED
7. RECEIVING OF COMMUNICATIONS
Alderman Kenny received communication from.
. Kelly Glisan regarding the Sterling Bay warehouse.
.Paula Wallrich regarding Sterigenics.
.Dan Bylica, 1500 block of Darien Club Drive, regarding Backflow Solutions Inc. and the Cross Connection Survey.
.Drew Kelly regarding Sterling Bay, I-55 beautification project, and District 86 referendum.
.Meghan Moore, Willowbrook, regarding the Sterling Bay warehouse.
.Steve Leopoldo regarding zero idling policy.
Alderman Chlystek.
.thanked Gerry Leganski for a successful Ward 4 Octoberfest.
.received communication from resident inquiring about the City’s ability to take legal action to shutdown Sterigenics; Mayor Weaver stated residents need to direct requests to IL and US EPA. Council discussion pursued regarding legal recourse, public notification, previous/future Sterigenics communication/meetings, taskforce, and public safety.
Alderman McIvor inquired about the placement of political signage and requested a reminder in Director Connect; Administrator Vana responded.
Alderman Vaughan inquired about the letter Alderman Chylstek submitted regarding City Code changes banning Ethylene Oxide. Administrator Vana explained issue falls under State and Federal Government regulations; he and Alderman Chylstek will be discussing with City Attorney. Council discussion pursued regarding Darien code and special use process. Administrator Vana explained home rule status, addressed Council questions, and noted the City Attorney will attend Goal Setting.
8. MAYOR’S REPORT
Mayor Weaver read statement (letter was featured in Direct Connect on October 5, 2018), into record regarding Sterling Bay.
Mayor Weaver commented Lillian Brown, prior Citizen of the Year, passed away.
A. CONSIDERATION OF A MOTION TO APPROVE THE REAPPOINTMENT OF MEMBERS TO THE HOLIDAY HOME DECORATING COMMITTEE: ELIZABETH HAYES, JIM KISER, AND GERRY LEGANSKI
It was moved by Alderman Belczak and seconded by Alderman McIvor to approve the reappointment of members to the Holiday Home Decorating Committee: Elizabeth Hayes, Jim Kiser, and Gerry Leganski.
Roll Call: Ayes: Belczak, Chlystek, Kenny, Marchese, McIvor,
Schauer, Vaughan
Nays: None
Absent: None
Results: Ayes 7, Nays 0, Absent 0
MOTION DULY CARRIED
Clerk Ragona administered the Oath of Office to Elizabeth Hayes, Jim, Kiser, and Gerry Leganski.
B. CONSIDERATION OF A MOTION TO APPROVE THE REAPPOINTMENT OF MEMBERS TO THE CITIZEN OF THE YEAR COMMITTEE: LINDA BOROWIAK, BONNIE KUCERA, CAROL MALLERS, AND MERLE SALAZAR
It was moved by Alderman Marchese and seconded by Alderman Schauer to approve the reappointment of members to the Citizen of the Year Committee: Linda Borowiak, Bonnie Kucera, Carol Mallers, and Merle Salazar.
Roll Call: Ayes: Belczak, Chlystek, Kenny, Marchese, McIvor,
Schauer, Vaughan
Nays: None
Absent: None
Results: Ayes 7, Nays 0, Absent 0
MOTION DULY CARRIED
Clerk Ragona administered the Oath of Office to Linda Borowiak, Bonnie Kucera, Carol Mallers, and Merle Salazar.
Mayor Weaver announced Alderman McIvor was appointed Council liaison working with the Citizen of the Year Committee.
Bonnie Kucera stated the nomination form is available online and requested a link be added under News and Announcements on the City’s website home page; she reviewed the submittal options and deadline date. Ms. Kucera announced the Citizen of the Year Dinner Dance will be held on March 2, 2019 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 dinner.
9. CITY CLERK’S REPORT
A. 2019 VEHICLE STICKER LOTTERY
Clerk Ragona provided a brief history of the Darien Identification Vehicle Sticker Program and read the list of non-profit organizations that were offered the opportunity to participate. Darien Historical Society was the only organization that expressed an interest in the vehicle sticker lottery and therefore was announced lottery winner.
10. CITY ADMINISTRATOR’S REPORT
Administrator Vana announced the Goal Setting Session will be held on October 29, 2018 at 6:30 P.M. in the Council Chambers.
11. DEPARTMENT HEAD INFORMATION/QUESTIONS
A. POLICE DEPARTMENT MONTHLY REPORT – SEPTEMBER 2018
The September 2018 Police Department Monthly Report is available on the City website.
Chief Thomas reviewed the Emergency Operations Plans (EOP) and provided measures that would be implemented should there be an emergency at any type of business/function.
Chief Thomas addressed Council questions.
B. MUNICIPALSERVICES–NOREPORT
Director Gombac stated the last branch pick-up of the year will be October 22-26, 2018.
Treasurer Coren commented the free fall leaf pick-up begins October 15, 2018. Direct Connect states the program ends December 14, 2018.
12. TREASURER’S REPORT
A. WARRANT NUMBER 18-19-12
It was moved by Alderman Schauer and seconded by Alderman Kenny to approve payment of Warrant Number 18-19-12 in the amount of $842,483.49 from the enumerated funds, and $259,901.74 from payroll funds for the period ending 10/11/18 for a total to be approved of $1,102,385.23.
Roll Call: Ayes: Belczak, Chlystek, Kenny, Marchese, McIvor,
Schauer, Vaughan
Nays: None
Absent: None
Results: Ayes 7, Nays 0, Absent 0
MOTION DULY CARRIED
B. MONTHLY REPORT – SEPTEMBER 2018
Treasurer Coren reviewed year-to-date sources of revenue, expenditures, and fund balances through the month of September 2018:
General Fund: Revenue $7,867,323; Expenditures $5,874,565
Current Balance $3,747,708
Water Fund: Revenue $3,733,367; Expenditures $2,365,694;
Current Balance $2,398,298
Motor Fuel Tax Fund: Revenue $240,638; Expenditures $136,452; Current Balance $493,625
Water Depreciation Fund: Revenue $3,448,636; Expenditures $1,330,590
Current Balance $2,232,091
Capital Improvement Fund: Revenue $206,160; Expenditures $3,177,832;
Current Balance $5,600,374
13. STANDING COMMITTEE REPORTS
Administrative/Finance Committee – Chairman Schauer announced the next meeting of the Administrative/Finance Committee is scheduled for November 5, 2018 at 6:00 P.M. in the City Hall Conference Room.
Municipal Services Committee – Alderman Marchese announced the next meeting of the Municipal Services Committee is scheduled for October 22, 2018 at 6:30 P.M.
Police Committee – Chairman McIvor announced the next meeting of the Police Committee is scheduled for November 19, 2018 at 6:00 P.M. in the Police Department Training Room.
Police Pension Board – Liaison Coren announced the next quarterly meeting of the Police Pension Board is scheduled for Thursday, November 1, 2018 at 7:00 P.M. in the Police Department Training Room. Investment Advisors will review performance through September 30, 2018.
14. QUESTIONS AND COMMENTS – AGENDA RELATED There were none.
15. OLD BUSINESS
There was no Old Business.
6. CONSENT AGENDA
It was moved by Alderman Kenny and seconded by Alderman Schauer 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 THE HINSDALE SOUTH HIGH SCHOOL BOOSTER CLUB
B. CONSIDERATION OF A MOTION TO APPROVE A TRANSFER FROM THE GENERAL FUND TO THE CAPITAL PROJECTS FUND IN THE AMOUNT OF $550,000
C. CONSIDERATION OF A MOTION TO APPROVE THE TAX LEVY DETERMINATION FOR GENERAL AND SPECIAL PURPOSES FOR FISCAL YEAR 2018-2019
Roll Call: Ayes: Belczak, Chlystek, Kenny, Marchese, McIvor,
Schauer, Vaughan
Nays: None
Absent: None
Results: Ayes 7, Nays 0, Absent 0
MOTION DULY CARRIED
17. NEW BUSINESS
There was no New Business.
18. QUESTIONS, COMMENTS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS – GENERAL
Alderman McIvor confirmed that the Goal Setting Session will be held on October 29, 2018 in the Council Chamber at 6:30 P.M.
Alderman Marchese announced the Darien Lions Club Halloween Party will be held on October 31, 2018 at the Darien Sportsplex from 6:30-9:00 P.M.
19. ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to come before the City Council, it was moved by Alderman McIvor and seconded by Alderman Schauer to adjourn the City Council meeting.
VIA VOICE VOTE – MOTION DULY CARRIED
The City Council meeting adjourned at 8:34 P.M.
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