City of Darien City Council met Jan. 20.
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
Troup 101 Scouts and their leaders 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 – January 6, 2020
It was moved by Alderman Vaughan and seconded by Alderman Belczak to approve the minutes of the City Council Meeting of January 6, 2020.
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…
…Henry Dufresne, 1500 block of Sequoia Lane, regarding U.S. Constitution and legislative matters.
…Marie Becker, 1600 block of Clare Court, regarding rear yard drainage.
Alderman Vaughan received communication from John Pearson regarding strategy to address burglaries and home invasions in neighborhoods.
Alderwoman Sullivan announced Darien Historical Society, “Sunday Dinner” will be held on January 26, 2020 at Alpine Banquets at 1:00 P.M.
8. MAYOR’S REPORT
A. STUDENT RECOGNITION – ELLA HARDMAN, HINSDALE SOUTH HIGH SCHOOL
Mayor Marchese recognized Ella Hardman, Hinsdale South High School student and artist, for sketching the lion’s head on the 2020 Darien Vehicle Sticker commemorating Darien
Lions Club 50th Anniversary. He thanked Ms. Hardman for her contribution and presented her with a City pin. Ms. Hardman expressed her appreciation in representing Darien through her art and thanked Lion Steve Hiatt for the opportunity to participate in the project.
Mayor Marchese announced Hinsdale South High School students, which included Ms. Hardman, finished the mural depicting “Darien Past & Present” in the lobby of City Hall.
B. EAGLESCOUTRECOGNITION
Mayor Marchese presented Cole Haubenreiser, Connor Haubenreiser, and Scott Korinek certificates of recognition and City pins for achieving the rank of Eagle Scout. Scott Korinek was unable to attend; Adam, his brother, accepted on his behalf.
C. NIMEC ELECTRIC AGGREGATION – DAVID HOOVER
David Hoover, Northern Illinois Municipal Electric Collaborative (NIMEC) Executive Director, presented proposal to restart the Residential Aggregation Program. He reviewed civic grant, renewable aggregation, EPA Green Power Partners, carbon reduction, EPA designation & rankings and shared video about Renewable Energy Certificates (RECs). Mr. Hoover explained the participation/communication process to launch the Residential Aggregation Program and the criteria needed to qualify for a civic grant; he addressed Council questions.
D. MAYOR’S LETTER TO DARIEN BUSINESSES
Mayor Marchese sent a letter to local Darien businesses requesting input and assistance for the Economic Development Committee to better serve their needs.
Mayor Marchese clarified that Brookhaven Travel was not closing, it will be moving to another location within the Brookhaven Shopping Center.
E. CENSUS2020UPDATE
Mayor Marchese provided an update on the Census 2020. He stated individuals are needed to serve on the Complete Count Census Committee. He reviewed timeframes for committee appointments and outreach efforts leading to completion on June 10, 2020. He stated public service announcements (PSA's) will be featured weekly in Direct Connect. He noted DuPage County is in need of census workers; information available in Direct Connect. Census 2020 questions should be addressed to Joe Hennerfeind or Mayor Marchese.
F. 2020 CITIZEN OF THE YEAR NOMINATION
Mayor Marchese asked Alderwoman Sullivan, City Council Liaison, to present the recommendation for the 2020 Citizen of the Year. Liaison Sullivan read the Citizen of the Year Committee letter recommending that the 2020 Citizen of the Year be Aleta Peknik.
It was moved by Alderwoman Sullivan and seconded by Alderman Belczak to concur with the 2020 Citizen of the Year Committee’s nomination, and to award the title of 2020 Citizen of the Year to Aleta Peknik.
Roll Call: Ayes: Belczak, Chlystek, Gustafson, Kenny, Schauer, Sullivan, Vaughan
Nays: None
Absent: None
Results: Ayes 7, Nays 0, Absent 0
MOTION DULY CARRIED
Mayor Marchese thanked Citizen of the Year Committee members: Linda Borowiak, Ralph Beardsley, Jim Goetzinger, Ron Kiefer, Chairwoman Bonnie Kucera, Gerry Kucera, and Carol Mallers for serving on the committee and organizing the event.
Bonnie Kucera invited all to attend the Citizen of the Year Cake and Coffee Reception on Tuesday, February 18, 2020 following the City Council Meeting. The dinner/dance for Citizen of the Year will be held on March 7, 2020 at Alpine Banquets; cost is $35/person and includes family style dinner and open bar. Reservations can be made at City Hall January 27 through February 28, 2020. She encouraged all to attend.
Alderman Kenny encouraged residents to continue nominating worthy recipients. Alderwoman Sullivan commented Citizen of the Year Committee only considers nominations received.
9. CITY CLERK’S REPORT
There was no report.
10. CITY ADMINISTRATOR’S REPORT
There was no report.
11. DEPARTMENT HEAD INFORMATION/QUESTIONS
A. POLICE DEPARTMENT – NO REPORT
Due to year-end reporting, Chief Thomas advised the December 2019 Police Department Monthly Report will be completed in February.
Chief Thomas commented on burglaries to motor vehicles, residential burglaries, home invasions, strategies used to deter crime, and crime statistics. He encouraged those who “see something to say something” and call 911. Mayor Marchese commented burglaries are occurring in all communities in DuPage County.
B. MUNICIPALSERVICES–NOREPORT
12. TREASURER’S REPORT
A. WARRANT NUMBER – 19-20-19
It was moved by Alderman Schauer and seconded by Alderman Belczak to approve payment of Warrant Number 19-20-19 in the amount of $1,253,910.47 from the enumerated funds, and $274,355.71 from payroll funds for the period ending 01/16/20 for a total to be approved of $1,528,266.18.
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 February 3, 2020 at 6:00 P.M. in the City Hall Conference Room. She commented the next Economic Development Committee Meeting will be held on February 12, 2020 at 7:00 P.M. in the Council Chambers. Chairwoman Sullivan stated Committee-of-the Whole 2020-2021 Budget Meetings are scheduled to begin on February 19, 2020.
Municipal Services Committee – Chairman Belczak announced the next meeting of the Municipal Services Committee is scheduled for January 27, 2020 at 7:00 P.M. in the Council Chambers.
Police Committee – Chairman Kenny advised the minutes of the November 18, 2019 meeting were approved and submitted to the Clerk’s Office. He announced the next meeting of the Police Committee is scheduled for Tuesday, February 18, 2020 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 Alderwoman Sullivan and seconded by Alderman Belczak to approve by Omnibus Vote the following items on the Consent Agenda:
A. CONSIDERATION OF A MOTION GRANTING A WAIVER OF THE RAFFLE LICENSE BOND REQUIREMENT FOR THE WATTS OF LOVE
B. CONSIDERATION OF A MOTION TO GRANT A WAIVER OF THE RAFFLE LICENSE BOND REQUIREMENT FOR THE DARIEN HISTORICAL SOCIETY
C. CONSIDERATION OF A MOTION TO ACCEPT THE STRATEGIC COMMUNICATIONS PLAN PREPARED BY METRO STRATEGIES
D. RESOLUTION NO. R-04-20
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY ADMINISTRATOR TO APPROVE A PROPOSAL FROM METRO STRATEGIES, INC. TO PROVIDE COMMUNICATIONS AND PUBLIC ENGAGEMENT SERVICES, ALONG WITH ADVOCACY, PROJECT SERVICES
E. RESOLUTION NO. R-05-20 A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY ADMINISTRATOR TO ENTER INTO AN AGREEMENT WITH CLARKE MOSQUITO FOR AN ADDITIONAL THREE YEARS
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
Roll Call:
Ayes:
Nays: Absent:
A. CONSIDERATION OF A MOTION TO APPROVE A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO APPROVE AN AGREEMENT WITH MC SQUARED ENERGY SERVICES, LLC. (MC2) TO PROVIDE FULL- REQUIREMENTS ELECTRICITY SUPPLY AND RELATED SERVICES FOR THE CITY’S ELECTRIC AGGREGATION PROGRAM
It was moved by Alderman Vaughan and seconded by Alderman Belczak to approve the motion as presented.
RESOLUTION NO. R-06-20
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO APPROVE AN AGREEMENT WITH MC SQUARED ENERGY SERVICES, LLC. (MC2) TO PROVIDE FULL-REQUIREMENTS ELECTRICITY SUPPLY AND RELATED SERVICES FOR THE CITY’S ELECTRIC AGGREGATION PROGRAM
Roll Call: Ayes: Belczak, Chlystek, Gustafson, Kenny, Schauer, Sullivan, Vaughan
Nays: None
Absent: None
Results: Ayes 7, Nays 0, Absent 0
MOTION DULY CARRIED
18. QUESTIONS, COMMENTS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS – GENERAL
Alderman Chlystek.
.recognized Martin Luther King.
.inquired regarding the addition of items for budget consideration; Administrator Vana responded.
Director Gombac stated Public Works Facility Space Study Allocation is on the Municipal Services Committee Agenda next week; report from consultant regarding space will be discussed. He encouraged Council to visit the Public Works facility; residents are also welcome to tour facility.
Alderman Gustafson inquired if there was an opportunity to visit comparable community sites; Director Gombac responded.
Mayor Marchese commented that he has been an advocate for Public Services for years and the need for expanding the facility. Council discussion ensued.
19. ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to come before the City Council, it was moved by Alderman Schauer and seconded by Alderman Vaughan to adjourn the City Council meeting.
VIA VOICE VOTE – MOTION DULY CARRIED
The City Council meeting adjourned at 8:52 P.M.
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