City of Darien City Council met June 3.
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 Marchese.
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Mayor Marchese 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 Ted V. Schauer
Eric K. Gustafson Mary Coyle Sullivan
Joseph A. Kenny Lester Vaughan
Absent: Thomas M. Chlystek
Also in Attendance: Joseph Marchese, 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 Marchese declared a quorum.
5. QUESTIONS, COMMENTS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS – GENERAL
There were none.
6. APPROVAL OF MINUTES – May 20, 2019 City Council Meeting
It was moved by Alderman Schauer and seconded by Alderwoman Sullivan to approve the minutes of the City Council Meeting of May 20, 2019.
Roll Call: Ayes: Gustafson, Kenny, Schauer, Sullivan
Abstain: Belczak, Vaughan
Nays: None
Absent: Chlystek
Results: Ayes 6, Nays 0, Absent 1
MOTION DULY CARRIED
7. RECEIVING OF COMMUNICATIONS
Alderman Kenny received communication from Ralph Lodato, 1500 block of 71st Street, regarding traffic speeding on 71st Street.
Alderman Gustafson received communication from Ken Lechner, 7500 block of Wilton, regarding noise from Home Depot after hours and early morning. Director Gombac contacted Home Depot. Mr. Lechner was directed to call 911 if noise continues.
Alderman Vaughan.
.received communication from a resident regarding weeds and tall grass at 6929 Clarendon Hills Road; a citation was issued.
.received Facebook communication regarding the types of pesticides used to treat grass throughout the City and in the parks. Director Gombac responded on the treatment used by the City; he stated Darien Park District is responsible for their own treatment.
8. MAYOR’S REPORT
A. CYNTHIA MCGANN, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, GOOD WORX INC.
Cynthia McGann introduced herself and Mary Beth Owano, Director of Community Outreach. Ms. McGann provided the history of Good Worx Inc., explained the Sunny Patch Project, highlighted the sustainable practices of the Sunny Patch Community Farm and food rescue initiative. Ms. Owano circulated a basket of food from first harvest. Ms. McGann addressed Council questions, distributed program information, and encouraged residents to volunteer.
B. “HEARTOFDARIENAWARD”
Mayor Marchese explained the development of the “Heart of Darien Award”.
Mayor Marchese awarded the first “Heart of Darien Award” to Cynthia McGann for her dedication to the Sunny Patch Community Farm and Food Forest. He stated Ms. McGann continues to find new ways of serving others with the food rescue program, food forest, children’s fairy garden as well as interfacing with numerous community organizations. Mayor Marchese stated, “The work of Cynthia McGann and her volunteers is offered unselfishly, and she is a role model for other humanitarians who seek to make our community a special place to live.” Mayor Marchese read the inscription on the award. Mayor Marchese and award designer, Samantha Schumacher, with Bella Cosa Jewelers, presented the award to Ms. McGann.
Mayor Marchese stated that he intends to award individuals who make significant contributions to the City. Information regarding the “Heart of Darien Award” can be found on the City website.
Mayor Marchese thanked Ms. McGann for all her hard work and for being such a worthy recipient, and he thanked Ms. Schumacher for her design efforts.
9. CITY CLERK’S REPORT
Clerk Ragona announced a Meet and Greet with Mayor Marchese will be held on Monday, June 17, 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
Chief Thomas addressed resident inquiry forwarded by Alderman Chlystek regarding Firearm Owners Identification (FOID) card and revocations; he reviewed the status of the revocations.
B. MUNICIPALSERVICES
Director Gombac commented that operations pertaining to ditch, concrete, and surfacing east of Cass Avenue, north of Plainfield Road, and north of 75th Street will be completed before July 4.
12. TREASURER’S REPORT
A. WARRANT NUMBER 18-19-27
It was moved by Alderman Belczak and seconded by Alderman Kenny to approve payment of Warrant Number 18-19-27 in the amount of $11,628.65 from the enumerated funds for a total to be approved of $11,628.65.
Roll Call: Ayes: Belczak, Gustafson, Kenny, Schauer, Sullivan, Vaughan
Nays: None
Absent: Chlystek
Results: Ayes 6, Nays 0, Absent 1
MOTION DULY CARRIED
B. WARRANT NUMBER – 19-20-03
B. WARRANT NUMBER–19-20-03
It was moved by Alderman Schauer and seconded by Alderman Belczak to approve payment of Warrant Number 19-20-03 in the amount of $4,672.00 from the enumerated funds for a total to be approved of $4,672.00.
Roll Call: Ayes: Belczak, Gustafson, Kenny, Schauer, Sullivan, Vaughan
Nays: None
Absent: Chlystek
Results: Ayes 6, Nays 0, Absent 1
MOTION DULY CARRIED
C. WARRANT NUMBER – 19-20-04
It was moved by Alderman Belczak and seconded by Alderman Kenny to approve payment of Warrant Number 19-20-04 in the amount of $186,699.38 from the enumerated funds, and $254,501.73 from payroll funds for the period ending 05/23/19 for a total to be approved of $441,201.11.
Roll Call: Ayes: Belczak, Gustafson, Kenny, Schauer, Sullivan, Vaughan
Nays: None
Absent: Chlystek
Results: Ayes 6, Nays 0, Absent 1
MOTION DULY CARRIED
13. STANDING COMMITTEE REPORTS
Administrative/Finance Committee – Chairwoman Sullivan stated the minutes of the November 5, 2018 meeting were approved and submitted to the Clerk’s Office. She announced the next meeting of the Administrative/Finance Committee is scheduled for July 1, 2019 at 6:00 P.M. in the City Hall Conference Room.
Municipal Services Committee – Chairman Belczak announced the next meeting of the Municipal Services Committee is scheduled for June 24, 2019 at 7:00 P.M.
Police Committee – Chairman Kenny announced the next meeting of the Police Committee meeting is scheduled for June 17, 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
June 3, 2019
It was moved by Alderman Schauer and seconded by Alderman Vaughan to approve by Omnibus Vote the following items on the Consent Agenda:
A. CONSIDERATION OF A MOTION TO APPROVE:
• AUGUST 9TH, 10TH AND 11TH AS THE DATE FOR THE DARIEN CHAMBER
OF COMMERCE TO HOLD THE DARIENFEST 2019 CELEBRATION
• ROAD CLOSURES TO ACCOMMODATE WINDY CITY AMUSEMENT CO. INCLUDING CLARENDON HILLS ROAD FROM PLAINFIELD ROAD TO 71ST STREET FROM 10:00 A.M. ON THURSDAY, AUGUST 8TH, 2019, UNTIL 5:00 P.M. ON MONDAY, AUGUST 12TH, 2019 (WITH MAINTENANCE OF LANE FOR EMERGENCY VEHICLES); TENNESSEE AVENUE AND 72ND STREET TO BENTLEY TO BE CLOSED EXCEPT FOR LOCAL TRAFFIC; NO PARKING ON THE NORTH SIDE OF 71ST STREET FROM CLARENDON HILLS ROAD TO THE WEST END OF DARIEN COMMUNITY PARK; NO PARKING ON BOTH SIDES OF CLARENDON HILLS ROAD FROM 71ST STREET TO 69TH STREET; NO PARKING ON THE EAST SIDE OF BENTLEY AVENUE FROM 71ST STREET TO 72ND STREET; AND PARKING ON ONE
SIDE OF ROGER ROAD
• PROVIDING POLICE PROTECTION AND PUBLIC WORKS SERVICES FOR THE DARIENFEST 2019 AS PER ATTACHED AGREEMENT
B. CONSIDERATION OF A MOTION GRANTING A WAIVER OF THE $50.00 A DAY FEE FOR THE TEMPORARY LIQUOR LICENSE – DARIENFEST 2019
C. CONSIDERATION OF A MOTION TO GRANT A WAIVER OF THE RAFFLE LICENSE BOND REQUIREMENT FOR THE DARIEN LIONS CLUB
D. CONSIDERATION OF A MOTION TO APPROVE THE PAYMENT OF ANNUAL DUES FOR THE DARIEN POLICE DEPARTMENT PARTICIPATION WITH THE DUPAGE METROPOLITAN ENFORCEMENT GROUP (DUMEG) USING STATE DRUG FORFEITURE FUNDS IN THE AMOUNT OF $17,680
E. RESOLUTION NO. R-66-19
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE PURCHASE OF FIVE (5) MOTOROLA APX 6000 PORTABLE RADIOS FROM THE EMERGENCY TELEPHONE SYSTEM BOARD (ETSB) OF DUPAGE COUNTY USING DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE AWARD MONEY IN THE AMOUNT OF $20,979.65 A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF AN INTERGOVERNMENTAL POLICE SERVICE ASSISTANCE AGREEMENT TO JOIN THE DUPAGE METROPOLITAN EMERGENCY RESPONSE AND INVESTIGATION TEAM (MERIT)
F. RESOLUTION NO. R-67-19 A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE PURCHASE OF TWO (2) KUBOTA MODEL ZD1511RL-60R ZERO TURN RIDING MOWERS FROM RUSSO POWER EQUIPMENT INC IN THE AMOUNT OF $33,834.44
G. RESOLUTION NO. R-68-19 A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE PURCHASE OF ONE NEW RADIODETECTION RD-8100 PXL TX10B UTILITY LOCATION SYSTEM FROM ASSOCIATED TECHNICAL SERVICE, ATS IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $8,241
I. RESOLUTION NO. R-70-19 A RESOLUTION ACCEPTING A PROPOSAL FROM MIDWEST OFFICE INTERIORS TO REPLACE THE MUNICIPAL SERVICES FACILITY TASK CHAIRS IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $5,467.44
J. RESOLUTION NO. R-71-19 A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE PURCHASE OF ONE (1) 2019 TELEHANDLER CAT TH357D IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $112,040 FROM ALTORFER/CATERPILLAR INC.
K. RESOLUTION NO. R-72-19 A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE AUTHORIZING THE PURCHASE OF ONE (1) 2019, CATERPILLAR MODEL 440-07 BACKHOE LOADER IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $135,930 FROM ALTORFER/CATERPILLAR INC.
L. RESOLUTION NO. R-73-19 A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE AN INTERGOVERNMENTAL AGREEMENT WITH THE VILLAGE OF DOWNERS GROVE REGARDING STREET MAINTENANCE PROJECT ON WILLIAMS STREET, BETWEEN PLAINFIELD ROAD AND 75TH STREET, WITHIN THE CORPORATE LIMITS OF THE CITY OF DARIEN
Roll Call: Ayes: Belczak, Gustafson, Kenny, Schauer, Sullivan, Vaughan
Nays: None
Absent: Chlystek
Results: Ayes 6, Nays 0, Absent 1
MOTION DULY CARRIED
17. NEW BUSINESS
There was no New Business.
18. QUESTIONS, COMMENTS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS – GENERAL There were none.
19. ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to come before the City Council, it was moved by Alderwoman Sullivan and seconded by Alderman Schauer to adjourn the City Council meeting.
VIA VOICE VOTE – MOTION DULY CARRIED
The City Council meeting adjourned at 8:20 P.M.
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