City of Darien City Council met March 4.
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
Heather Conroy commented regarding Sterigenics; she voiced her concerns about testing in schools. Mayor Weaver stated no further action is being taken as the case is in the court system. Council discussion ensued.
6. APPROVAL OF MINUTES – February 19, 2019 City Council Meeting
It was moved by Alderman Schauer and seconded by Alderman Belczak to approve the minutes of the City Council Meeting of February 19, 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
7. RECEIVING OF COMMUNICATIONS
Alderman Kenny received communication from Michael Uchmanowicz, 1500 block of 77th Street, regarding the ability to put a garage in his backyard; driveway variance is needed.
Alderman Chylstek stated he spoke with parents of students at Mark Delay School; they commented that Wilmette Avenue needs additional street lighting. Director Gombac responded.
Alderman Marchese stated Bruce Danielson, Lord of Life Lutheran Church, inquired about hanging banners commemorating the Church’s 50th Anniversary. Alderman Marchese will forward information to Director Gombac. Director Gombac commented on temporary sign code.
8. MAYOR’S REPORT There was no report.
9. CITY CLERK’S REPORT
Clerk Ragona announced a Meet and Greet with Mayor Weaver will be held on Monday, March 18, 2019 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 MONTHLY REPORT – ANNUAL REPORT 2018
The 2018 Police Department Annual Report is available on the City website. Chief Thomas reviewed the Annual Report and addressed Council questions.
B. MUNICIPALSERVICES–NOREPORT
12. TREASURER’S REPORT
A. WARRANT NUMBER 18-19-21
It was moved by Alderman Kenny and seconded by Alderman Belczak to approve payment of Warrant Number 18-19-21 in the amount of $183,008.13 from the enumerated funds, and $274,802.46 from payroll funds for the period ending 02/28/19 for a total to be approved of $457,810.59.
Roll Call: Ayes: Belczak, Chlystek, Kenny, Marchese, McIvor, Schauer, Vaughan
Nays: None
Absent: None
Results: Ayes 7, Nays 0, Absent 0
MOTION DULY CARRIED
13. STANDING COMMITTEE REPORTS
Administrative/Finance Committee – Chairman Schauer announced the next meeting of the Administrative/Finance Committee is scheduled for April 1, 2019 at 6:00 P.M. in the City Hall Conference Room.
Municipal Services Committee – Chairman Marchese stated the minutes of the January 28, 2019 meeting were approved and submitted to the Clerk’s Office. He announced the next meeting of the Municipal Services Committee is scheduled for March 25, 2019 at 6:30 P.M.
Police Committee – Chairman McIvor advised the next meeting of the Police Committee is scheduled for March 18, 2019 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
It was moved by Alderman Marchese and seconded by Alderman McIvor to approve by Omnibus Vote the following items on the Consent Agenda:
A. CONSIDERATION OF A MOTION TO APPROVE:
• THE ANNUAL FOURTH OF JULY PARADE ON THURSDAY, JULY 4, 2019, BEGINNING AT 9:30 A.M., SPONSORED BY THE DARIEN LIONS CLUB AND
• AUTHORIZING THE POLICE DEPARTMENT TO ASSIST IN TRAFFIC CONTROL AND AUTHORIZING THE TEMPORARY CLOSURE OF STREETS FOR THE FOURTH OF JULY PARADE: FROM THE JEWEL PARKING LOT, NORTH ON CASS AVENUE TO 71ST STREET; EAST ON 71ST STREET TO CLARENDON HILLS ROAD; SOUTH ON CLARENDON HILLS ROAD TO HINSDALE SOUTH HIGH SCHOOL
B. RESOLUTION NO. R-39-19 A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE 2019 CITY OF DARIEN ZONING MAP
C. ORDINANCE NO. O-05-19 AN ORDINANCE GRANTING A MINOR AMENDMENT TO AN APPROVED PLAN UNIT DEVELOPMENT (DARIEN TOWNE CENTRE PUD, 2189 75TH STREET, AMVETS COLLECTION CENTER AT WALMART)
D. RESOLUTION NO. R-40-19 A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY ADMINISTRATOR TO EXECUTE THE INTERGOVERNMENTAL ANTENNA AND EQUIPMENT SPACE AGREEMENT WITH THE DUPAGE PUBLIC SAFETY COMMUNICATIONS (DUCOMM) TO LOCATE TELECOMMUNICATIONS EQUIPMENT ON THE DARIEN CELL TOWERS LOCATED AT 1041 S. FRONTAGE ROAD
E. ORDINANCE NO. O-06-19 AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE SALE OF PERSONAL PROPERTY OWNED BY THE CITY OF DARIEN
F. RESOLUTION NO. R-41-19 A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE A CONTRACT FOR THE 2019 STREET MAINTENANCE PROJECT BETWEEN THE CITY OF DARIEN AND BROTHERS ASPHALT PAVING, INC. THE FOLLOWING SCHEDULE OF PRICING: BASE BID - $1,413,669.00; ALTERNATE 1 - SUMMIT ROAD - $93,892.40; ALTERNATE 2 – PATCHING - $58,500.00; FOR A TOTAL OF $1,566,061.40
G. RESOLUTION NO. R-42-19 A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE A CONTRACT EXTENSION WITH RAG’S ELECTRIC, INC., FOR THE 2019/20 STREET LIGHT MAINTENANCE CONTRACT BEGINNING MAY 1, 2019 THROUGH APRIL 30, 2020
H. RESOLUTION NO. R-43-19 A RESOLUTION ACCEPTING A PROPOSAL FROM NORWALK TANK COMPANY FOR 36- INCH HIGH DENSITY POLYETHYLENE PIPES, AS REQUIRED FOR VARIOUS PUBLIC WORKS PROJECTS
I. ORDINANCE NO. O-07-19 AN ORDINANCE ABATING PROPERTY TAX HERETOFORE LEVIED BY ORDINANCE NO. O-28-12
J. ORDINANCE NO. O-08-19 AN ORDINANCE ABATING PROPERTY TAX HERETOFORE LEVIED BY ORDINANCE NO. O-11-18
K. ORDINANCE NO. O-09-19 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE DARIEN CITY CODE FOR PARKING RESTRICTIONS SECTIONS 9-3-1 AND 9-3-3 (TEXT AMENDMENT: VEHICLE IDLING)
L. ORDINANCE NO. O-10-19 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 7-1- 5(B) OF THE DARIEN CITY CODE TO ALLOW FOR THE PLACEMENT OF CITY- APPROVED STORAGE ENCLOSURES FOR THE REFUSE CONTAINERS WITHIN THE FRONT YARD AND SIDE YARD
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
A. CONSIDERATION OF A MOTION TO APPROVE A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE A COLLECTIVE BARGAINING AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE METROPOLITAN ALLIANCE OF POLICE (MAP) DARIEN CHAPTER #48 UNIT "B" - SWORN EMPLOYEES AND THE CITY OF DARIEN (MAY 1, 2018 THROUGH APRIL 30, 2022)
It was moved by Alderman McIvor and seconded by Alderman Belczak to approve the motion as presented.
Alderman Kenny questioned the error messages appearing in the “Table of Contents”; Chief Thomas stated the final agreement reflects corrections.
RESOLUTION NO. R-44-19 A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE A COLLECTIVE BARGAINING AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE METROPOLITAN ALLIANCE OF POLICE (MAP) DARIEN CHAPTER #48 UNIT "B" - SWORN EMPLOYEES AND THE CITY OF DARIEN (MAY 1, 2018 THROUGH APRIL 30, 2022)
Roll Call: Ayes: Belczak, Chlystek, Kenny, Marchese, McIvor, Schauer, Vaughan
Nays: None
Absent: None
Results: Ayes 7, Nays 0, Absent 0
MOTION DULY CARRIED
18. QUESTIONS, COMMENTS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS – GENERAL
Alderman Marchese announced Pancake Breakfasts will be held at Eisenhower Junior High School: Darien Lions Club on March 10, 2019 and Boy Scout Troop 101 on March 17, 2019.
Alderman Kenny stated he will be shaving his head for the St. Baldrick’s Foundation on March 9, 2019.
Heather Conroy announced Darien Woman’s Club Children’s Clothing Resale will be held on March 9, 2019 at Lace Elementary School from 9:00 – 2:00 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 Vaughan to adjourn the City Council meeting.
VIA VOICE VOTE – MOTION DULY CARRIED
The City Council meeting adjourned at 8:10 P.M.
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