City of Darien City Council met Sept. 13.
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
Thomas M. Chlystek Mary Coyle Sullivan
Joseph A. Kenny Lester Vaughan
Absent: Eric K. Gustafson
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
Mayor Marchese.
.noted that the Cannabis Survey results and discussion will take place at the end of the agenda.
.requested questions pertaining to Carriage Greens Golf Course Economic Development Agreement be held until item is addressed under New Business.
6. APPROV AL OF MINUTES There were none.
7. RECEIVING OF COMMUNICATIONS
Alderman Chylstek received communication from Ida Ray regarding trees located on 75th Street near Farmingdale Drive; Director Gombac commented.
Alderman Vaughan received communication from.
.Jean Creagan regarding network installation; Administrator Vana responded.
.Dennis Cable, 400 block of 70th Street, regarding need for streetlight; Director Gombac responded.
Alderman Kenny received communication from.
.Stan Niemiec regarding receipt of spam email. Mr. Niemiec was directed to call 911..Jeff Smith, unincorporated, inquired about annexation to Darien.
.David Gore regarding article in “Craine’s Chicago Business” regarding golf courses.
8. MAYOR’S REPORT
A. MAYORAL PROCLAMATION “NATIONAL SUICIDE PREVENTION
AWARENESS MONTH” (SEPTEMBER 2019)
Mayor Marchese read into record the proclamation declaring September 2019 as National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month.
B. CONSIDERATION OF A MOTION TO ADVICE AND CONSENT THE APPOINTMENT OF JOHN E. CALLAN TO THE BOARD OF FIRE AND POLICE COMMISSIONERS
It was moved by Alderman Belczak and seconded by Alderman Schauer to approve the motion as presented.
Roll Call: Ayes: Belczak, Chlystek, Kenny, Schauer, Sullivan, Vaughan
Nays: None
Absent: Gustafson
Results: Ayes 6, Nays 0, Absent 1
MOTION DULY CARRIED
C. ACTUARIAL PRESENTATION
Jason Franken, Foster & Foster Inc., reviewed highlights from the Police Pension Fund Actuarial Valuation as of May 1, 2019; he addressed Council questions.
Treasurer Coren clarified for the viewing audience that the Police Pension Board is responsible for retaining Foster & Foster Inc. He commented on funding options.
9. CITY CLERK’S REPORT
Clerk Ragona announced a Meet and Greet with Mayor Marchese will be held on Monday, September 16, 2019 at 6:00 P.M in the City Hall Upstairs Conference Room.
10. CITY ADMINISTRATOR’S REPORT
A. RECREATIONAL CANNABIS SURVEY RESULTS AND DISCUSSION
Administrator Vana provided Council an update on survey results and feedback received; he asked Council for direction.
Chief Thomas shared reports and statistics regarding the sale of recreational marijuana.
Mayor Marchese conducted a straw poll on whether to allow/prohibit the sale of recreational marijuana in Darien. Council discussion ensued; questions were addressed and steps were reviewed. Mayor Marchese stated this issue will be voted upon at the September 16 City Council Meeting.
Mayor Marchese commented Greg Hart, DuPage County Board Member, requested an update on preliminary results; he commented that DuPage County would like to see municipalities opt-out.
11. DEPARTMENT HEAD INFORMATION/QUESTIONS A. POLICE DEPARTMENT – NO REPORT
B. MUNICIPALSERVICES–NOREPORT
12. TREASURER’S REPORT
A. WARRANT NUMBER – 19-20-10
It was moved by Alderman Kenny and seconded by Alderwoman Sullivan to approve payment of Warrant Number 19-20-10 in the amount of $289,689.46 from the enumerated funds, and $266,529.93 from payroll funds for the period ending 08/29/19 for a total to be approved of $556,219.39.
Roll Call: Ayes: Belczak, Chlystek, Kenny, Schauer, Sullivan, Vaughan
Nays: None
Absent: Gustafson
Results: Ayes 6, Nays 0, Absent 1
MOTION DULY CARRIED
13. STANDING COMMITTEE REPORTS
Administrative/Finance Committee – Chairwoman Sullivan announced the next Administrative/Finance Committee meeting is scheduled for October 7, 2019 at 6:00 P.M. in the City Hall Conference Room. She commented the next Economic Development Committee Meeting will be held on September 11, 2019 at 7:00 P.M. in the Council Chambers.
Municipal Services Committee – Chairman Belczak announced the next meeting of the Municipal Services Committee is scheduled for September 23, 2019 at 7:00 P.M. in the Council Chambers.
Police Committee – Chairman Kenny announced the next meeting of the Police Committee is scheduled for September 16, 2019 at 6:00 P.M. in the Police Department Training Room.
14. QUESTIONS AND COMMENTS – AGENDA RELATED
Timothy Waz voiced his concerns regarding Carriage Greens Golf Course Economic Development Agreement; he circulated information to Council.
Steve Leopoldo voiced his concerns regarding Carriage Greens Golf Course Economic Development Agreement. If approved, he inquired if adequate funds would be available to protect public health matters regarding Sterigenics.
Alderman Kenny noted he has no personal interest in Kenny Construction Company as referenced in Consent Agenda Item F.
15. OLD BUSINESS
There was no Old Business.
16. CONSENT AGENDA
It was moved by Alderman Schauer and seconded by Alderman Kenny to approve by Omnibus Vote the following items on the Consent Agenda:
A. ORDINANCE NO. O-23-19 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING V ARIOUS SECTIONS OF TITLE 8, CHAPTER 13 “SALE OF TOBACCO PRODUCTS TO MINORS” OF THE CITY OF DARIEN CITY CODE
B. ORDINANCE NO. O-24-19 AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE SALE OR DISPOSAL OF SURPLUS PROPERTY (POLICE DEPARTMENT)
C. ORDINANCE NO. O-25-19 AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE SALE OF PERSONAL PROPERTY OWNED BY THE CITY OF DARIEN (MUNICIPAL SERVICES)
D. RESOLUTION NO. R-87-19 A RESOLUTION ACCEPTING A PROPOSAL FROM ASSOCIATED TECHNICAL SERVICES LTD (ATS) FOR THE 2019 WATER LEAK SURVEY, IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $12,109.50 FOR THE LEAK DETECTION PHASE AND A PER UNIT COST FOR THE LEAK DETECTION PHASE IN THE AMOUNT OF $420.00 PER MAINLINE OR SERVICE LEAK, AND $95.00 PER FIRE HYDRANT LEAK OR MAINLINE VALVE FOR A TOTAL AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $16,000
E. RESOLUTION NO. R-88-19 A RESOLUTION ACCEPTING A PROPOSAL FROM TRIA ARCHITECTURE, INC. FOR THE PROFESSIONAL DESIGN SERVICES FOR THE PUBLIC WORKS FACILITY LOCATED AT 1041 SOUTH FRONGAGE ROAD IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $23,850
F. RESOLUTION NO. R-89-19 A RESOLUTION REJECTING ALL BIDS, WAIVING THE COMPETITIVE BID PROCESS, AND ACCEPTING A PROPOSAL FROM KENNY CONSTRUCTION COMPANY IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $692,560 FOR THE SEMINOLE 72-INCH STORM SEWER LINING PROJECT - SEMINOLE DR. AND PLAINFIELD RD. - UNDER MCDONALD’S PARKING LOT, EAST TO 801 PLAINFIELD RD AND A CONTINGENCY IN THE AMOUNT OF $125,000 FOR UNFORESEEN EXCAVATIONS AND SPOT REPAIRS DUE TO POTENTIAL CONFLICTS. THE TOTAL EXPENDITURE REQUEST WOULD BE NOT TO EXCEED $817,560
G. RESOLUTION NO. R-90-19 A RESOLUTION AWARDING A CONTRACT EXTENSION TO HOMER TREE CARE, INC. IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $216,750.00 FOR THE CITY’S 2019/2020 TREE TRIMMING AND REMOV AL PROGRAM
H. RESOLUTION NO. R-91-19 A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO ACCEPT A PROPOSAL FROM CORE & MAIN FOR THE PURCHASE OF THE FOLLOWING COMMERCIAL WATER METERS AND REMOTE READERS IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $250,162.40: 85 - 1 1⁄2 INCH, 75 - 2 INCH, 35 - 3 INCH, 9 - 4 INCH, 2 - 6 INCH WATER METERS AND REMOTE READERS
Roll Call: Ayes: Belczak, Chlystek, Kenny, Schauer, Sullivan, Vaughan
Nays: None
Absent: Gustafson
Results: Ayes 6, Nays 0, Absent 1
MOTION DULY CARRIED
17. NEW BUSINESS
A. CONSIDERATION OF A MOTION TO APPROVE A RESOLUTION APPROVING AN ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT WITH CARRIAGE GREENS COUNTRY CLUB AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE THE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT
It was moved by Alderman Schauer and seconded by Alderman Belczak to approve the motion as presented.
Treasurer Coren asked for clarification on video gaming revenue; Administrator Vana responded.
Council discussion ensued; Mayor Marchese and Administrator Vana responded to Council questions.
Mr. Waz had additional comments. Mr. Leopoldo inquired regarding assessment needs for business; Mayor Marchese responded.
RESOLUTION NO.R-92-19 A RESOLUTION APPROVING AN ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT WITH CARRIAGE GREENS COUNTRY CLUB AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE THE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT
Roll Call: Ayes: Belczak, Schauer, Sullivan, Marchese
Nays: Chlystek, Kenny, Vaughan
Absent: Gustafson
Results: Ayes 4, Nays 3, Absent 1
MOTION DULY CARRIED
B. CONSIDERATION OF A MOTION TO APPROVE A RESOLUTION ACCEPTING A PROPOSAL AT THE UNIT PRICE FROM MORNING NOON NIGHT FOR THE JETTING AND CLEANING OF THE STORM SEWER INFRASTRUCTURE AT VARIOUS LOCATIONS THROUGHOUT THE CITY
It was moved by Alderman Schauer and seconded by Alderman Belczak to approve the motion as presented.
RESOLUTION NO.R-93-19 A RESOLUTION ACCEPTING A PROPOSAL AT THE UNIT PRICE FROM MORNING NOON NIGHT FOR THE JETTING AND CLEANING OF THE STORM SEWER INFRASTRUCTURE AT VARIOUS LOCATIONS THROUGHOUT THE CITY
Roll Call: Ayes: Belczak, Chlystek, Kenny, Schauer, Sullivan, Vaughan
Nays: None
Absent: Gustafson
Results: Ayes 6, Nays 0, Absent 1
MOTION DULY CARRIED
18. QUESTIONS, COMMENTS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS – GENERAL
Alderman Schauer commented he changed residences within Ward One. He thanked Mayor Marchese for encouraging him to maintain residency in Ward One and remaining on the Council; Alderman Belczak for his personal advice; and Alderman Kenny for taking the initiative in assisting him to locate a new residence.
Alderman Belczak reminded residents that blue bulbs are on sale at City Hall to honor our first responders on September 11, 2019. He encouraged residents to show their support.
19. ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to come before the City Council, it was moved by Alderman Kenny and seconded by Alderwoman Sullivan to adjourn the City Council meeting.
VIA VOICE VOTE – MOTION DULY CARRIED
The City Council meeting adjourned at 9:16 P.M.
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