City of Darien City Council met Oct. 7.
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
Eric K. Gustafson Lester Vaughan
Joseph A. Kenny
Absent: None
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 seven aldermen present, Mayor Marchese declared a quorum.
5. QUESTIONS, COMMENTS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS – GENERAL
There were none.
6. APPROVAL OF MINUTES – September 16, 2019
It was moved by Alderman Kenny and seconded by Alderwoman Sullivan to approve the minutes of the City Council Meeting of September 16, 2019.
Roll Call: Ayes: Belczak, Chlystek Gustafson, Kenny, Schauer, Sullivan, Vaughan
Nays: None
Absent: None
Results: Ayes 7, Nays 0, Absent 0
MOTION DULY CARRIED
7. RECEIVING OF COMMUNICATIONS
Alderman Kenny received communication from Mr. Lodato, 1500 block of 71st Street, regarding increasing police presence on 71st Street.
8. MAYOR’S REPORT
A. MAYORAL PROCLAMATION “FIRE PREVENTION WEEK 2019”
(OCTOBER 6TH – 12TH, 2019)
Mayor Marchese read into record a proclamation declaring October 6th through October 12th Fire Prevention Week 2019 in the City of Darien.
B. MAYORAL PROCLAMATION “FILIPINO AMERICAN HISTORY MONTH” (OCTOBER 2019)
Mayor Marchese read into the record a proclamation declaring October 2019 as Filipino American History Month in the City of Darien.
On behalf of the Filipino American Association of South DuPage, Luis Robert, President, accepted the proclamation and thanked Mayor Marchese and Council for the honor. He introduced members of the Association in attendance. Louis invited all to attend a film screening of the movie “Call her Ganda” at the Indian Prairie Public Library on October 27, 2019.
C.CONSIDERATION OF A MOTION TO APPROVE THE REAPPOINTMENT OF MEMBERS TO THE CITIZEN OF THE YEAR COMMITTEE: LINDA BOROWIAK, BONNIE KUCERA, AND CAROL MALLERS
It was moved by Alderman Belczak and seconded by Alderwoman Sullivan to approve the reappointment of members to the Citizen of the Year Committee: Linda Borowiak, Bonnie Kucera, and Carol Mallers.
Roll Call: Ayes: Belczak, Chlystek, Gustafson, Kenny, Schauer, Sullivan, Vaughan
Nays: None
Absent: None
Results: Ayes 7, Nays 0, Absent 0
MOTION DULY CARRIED
D. CONSIDERATION OF A MOTION TO ADVICE AND CONSENT THE APPOINTMENT OF RALPH A. BEARDSLEY, JAMES D. GOETZINGER, RON KIEFER AND GERALD C. KUCERA TO THE CITIZEN OF THE YEAR COMMITTEE
It was moved by Alderman Schauer and seconded by Alderman Vaughan to approve the appointment of members to the Citizen of the Year Committee: Ralph A. Beardsley, James D. Goetzinger, Ron Kiefer and Gerald C. Kucera.
Roll Call: Ayes: Belczak, Chlystek, Gustafson, Kenny, Schauer, Sullivan, Vaughan
Nays: None
Absent: None
Results: Ayes 7, Nays 0, Absent 0
MOTION DULY CARRIED
Clerk Ragona administered the Oath of Office to Bonnie Kucera, Carol Mallers, Ralph A. Beardsley, Ron Kiefer and Gerald C. Kucera. Linda Borowiak and James D. Goetzinger were not in attendance.
Mayor Marchese announced Alderwoman Sullivan was Council liaison working with the Citizen of the Year Committee.
Bonnie Kucera announced the Citizen of the Year Dinner Dance will be held on March 7, 2020 at Alpine Banquet from 6-11:00 P.M. The cost is $35/person for family-style dinner. She stated the application process for the 2020 Citizen of the Year is now open; nomination deadline date is January 6, 2020.
Mayor Marchese encouraged all community organizations in Darien to send a nomination. He stated that the application needs to be thoroughly filled out, so the committee can make a worthy decision. Mayor Marchese explained the committee does not solicit candidates.
Carol Mallers voiced the committee’s disappointment that applications for 2019 did not fit the required criteria.
E. CONSIDERATION OF A MOTION TO ADVICE AND CONSENT THE APPOINTMENT OF STEVE HIATT TO THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION
It was moved by Alderman Belczak and seconded by Alderwoman Sullivan to approve the appointment of Steve Hiatt to the Planning and Zoning Commission.
Roll Call: Ayes: Belczak, Chlystek, Gustafson, Kenny, Schauer, Sullivan, Vaughan
Nays: None
Absent: None
Results: Ayes 7, Nays 0, Absent 0
MOTION DULY CARRIED
Clerk Ragona administered the Oath of Office to Steve Hiatt.
F. ANNUAL FINANCIAL REPORT
Treasurer Coren introduced Jim Savio, Partner, with Sikich LLP. Mr. Savio thanked Treasurer Coren, Administrator Vana, Accountant Julie Saenz and Staff for their responsiveness in providing necessary documentation. Mr. Savio reviewed the audit results and highlights from the Annual Financial Report, Auditor’s Communication document and Management Letter for the year ended April 30, 2019. Mr. Savio addressed Council questions.
Mayor Marchese.
...commented Hinsdale South High School students have started painting the mural on the lobby walls of City Hall depicting Darien Past & Present. He communicated with Arwen Pokorny Lyp, Principal, regarding the group of students. Mayor Marchese introduced Jennifer Belmonte, Art Teacher; he complimented her on being a dynamic and wonderful teacher. Ms. Belmonte introduced the student artists and noted that all are members of the National Art Honor Society; she explained the color scheme and mural design. Mayor Marchese thanked the students. Once the mural is completed, Mayor Marchese stated there will be a ribbon-cutting event. He thanked the manager of the Darien Home Depot, who graciously donated the paint.
...announced that October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month; pink ribbons have been placed on the Clock Tower.
.announced Darien Lions Club Candy Day on October 11&12, 2019. He noted 40% of the proceeds go to residents in the City of Darien.
...stated Sterigenics is moving out of Willowbrook and the State of Illinois; he congratulated Mayor Trilla on his leadership, the “Stop Sterigenics” group for bringing the issue to the forefront and creating awareness, and Senator Curran and Representative Durkin for their support. Council commented.
9. CITY CLERK’S REPORT
Clerk Ragona announced a Meet and Greet with Mayor Marchese will be held on Monday, October 21, 2019 at 6:00 P.M in the City Hall Upstairs Conference Room.
10. CITY ADMINISTRATOR’S REPORT There was no report.
11. DEPARTMENT HEAD INFORMATION/QUESTIONS A. POLICE DEPARTMENT – NO REPORT
B. MUNICIPALSERVICES–NOREPORT
12. TREASURER’S REPORT
A. WARRANT NUMBER – 19-20-12
It was moved by Alderman Belczak and seconded by Alderman Kenny to approve payment of Warrant Number 19-20-12 in the amount of $694,892.36 from the enumerated funds, and $270,244.83 from payroll funds for the period ending 09/26/19 for a total to be approved of $965,137.19.
9. CITY CLERK’S REPORT
Clerk Ragona announced a Meet and Greet with Mayor Marchese will be held on Monday, October 21, 2019 at 6:00 P.M in the City Hall Upstairs Conference Room.
10. CITY ADMINISTRATOR’S REPORT There was no report.
11. DEPARTMENT HEAD INFORMATION/QUESTIONS A. POLICE DEPARTMENT – NO REPORT
B. MUNICIPALSERVICES–NOREPORT
12. TREASURER’S REPORT
A. WARRANT NUMBER – 19-20-12
It was moved by Alderman Belczak and seconded by Alderman Kenny to approve payment of Warrant Number 19-20-12 in the amount of $694,892.36 from the enumerated funds, and $270,244.83 from payroll funds for the period ending 09/26/19 for a total to be approved of $965,137.19.
Roll Call: Ayes: Belczak, Chlystek, Gustafson, Kenny, Schauer,
Sullivan, Vaughan
Nays: None
Absent: None
Results: Ayes 7, Nays 0, Absent 0
MOTION DULY CARRIED
13. STANDING COMMITTEE REPORTS
Administrative/Finance Committee – Chairwoman Sullivan announced the next Administrative/Finance Committee meeting is scheduled for November 4, 2019 at 6:00 P.M. in the City Hall Conference Room. She commented the next Economic Development Committee Meeting will be held on October 9, 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 October 28, 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 October 21, 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 Schauer and seconded by Alderman Vaughan to approve by
Omnibus Vote the following items on the Consent Agenda:
A. CONSIDERATION OF A MOTION GRANTING A WAIVER OF THE $50.00 A DAY FEE FOR THE CLASS “J” TEMPORARY LIQUOR LICENSE FOR OUR LADY OF PEACE HOME & SCHOOL ASSOCIATION
B. CONSIDERATION OF A MOTION TO GRANT A WAIVER OF THE RAFFLE LICENSE BOND REQUIREMENT FOR THE DARIEN WOMAN’S CLUB
C. CONSIDERATION OF A MOTION TO AUTHORIZE STAFF TO IMPLEMENT OPTION NO. 3 FOR THE 67TH STREET AND CLARENDON HILLS ROAD TRAFFIC SIGNAL WARRANT STUDY AS PRESENTED FROM KENIG, LINDGREN, O'HARA, ABOONA, INC. (KLOA), TRAFFIC- ENGINEERING CONSULTANTS
D. RESOLUTION NO. R-96-19
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO ACCEPT A PROPOSAL FROM CHRISTOPHER B. BURKE ENGINEERING, LTD. FOR THE PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERING SERVICES RELATED TO THE DESIGN AND PREPARATION OF CONSTRUCTION DOCUMENTS FOR THE 67TH STREET IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $32,017.00
E. CONSIDERATION OF A MOTION TO RECOMMEND ZONING ORDINANCE REVISIONS TO THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION FOR PUBLIC HEARING AND COMMISSION REVIEW REGARDING THE CANNABIS REGULATION AND TAX ACT
F. ORDINANCENO.O-26-19 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 4-1-9-1 OF THE DARIEN CITY CODE REGARDING “THE ENERGY CONSERVATION CODE”
Roll Call: Ayes: Belczak, Chlystek, Gustafson, Kenny, Schauer, Sullivan, Vaughan
Nays: None
Absent: None
Results: Ayes 7, Nays 0, Absent 0
MOTION DULY CARRIED
17. NEW BUSINESS
There was no New Business.
Results: Ayes 7, Nays 0, Absent 0
MOTION DULY CARRIED
18. QUESTIONS, COMMENTS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS – GENERAL
Mayor Marchese.
...complimented staff, Environmental Committee, and SSI on a successful Electronics Recycling Event held on October 5, 2019.
...encouraged all to make their nominations for the Citizen of the Year.
...announced the 50th Anniversary Gala will be held on December 13, 2019
...reminded all to be kind and watchful of the Darien Lions collecting for Candy Day at various intersections throughout Darien.
Alderman Chlystek thanked.
...the many residents who took advantage of the recycling event.
...Mayor Marchese for his leadership in closing down Sterigenics.
Alderwoman Sullivan.
...announced Hinsdale South High School fall musical, “Fiddler on the Roof” will be held on November 1-3 in the school auditorium.
...complimented the “Stop Sterigenics” group on their grass roots efforts and quoted Margaret Mead, “Never under estimate the power of a small group of committed people to change the world. In fact it is the only thing that ever has.”
Alderman Kenny complimented Mitchell Crane, student, for his enthusiasm in attending Council meetings.
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 8:23 P.M.
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