City of Darien City Council met Feb. 18.
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
City Council Meeting February 18, 2020
Quentin Sims, 500 block of 71st Street, stated he had been in communication with Director Gombac and Alderman Vaughan regarding a rear-yard drainage issue. He would like Council to consider adding drainage project to the budget. Mayor Marchese stated Alderman Vaughan can covey request at budget meeting; he invited Mr. Sims to attend.
Brian Hennessy, 500 block of 71st Street, reiterated same drainage issue.
6. APPROVAL OF MINUTES – February 3, 2020
It was moved by Alderman Kenny and seconded by Alderman Schauer to approve the minutes of the City Council Meeting of February 3, 2020.
Roll Call: Ayes: Belczak, Gustafson, Kenny, Schauer, Sullivan
Abstain: Vaughan
Nays: None
Absent: Chlystek
Results: Ayes 6, Nays 0, Absent 1 MOTION DULY CARRIED
7. RECEIVING OF COMMUNICATIONS
Alderman Schauer received communication from..Matt Rynkar, 7700 block of Stratford Place, regarding vagrancy on 75th Street & Cass Avenue. Chief Thomas responded..Lisa Cairo, 7900 block of Pine Court, expressing appreciation for completion of rear- yard drainage project. She commented neighbors are interested in similar projects.
Alderman Belczak received communication from the Holzman Family, 1000 block of Hinsbrook Avenue, requesting Council to reconsider rear-yard drainage projects for upcoming fiscal year.
Alderman Vaughan received communication from Mr. Hennessy and Mr. Sims regarding rear-yard drainage projects in the 2020-21 budget year.
8. MAYORS REPORT
A. CONSIDERATION OF A MOTION TO APPROVE A RESOLUTION RECOGNIZING ALETA PEKNIK THE 2020 CITIZEN OF THE YEAR IN THE CITY OF DARIEN, ILLINOIS
Mayor Marchese read the resolution into record.
It was moved by Alderwoman Sullivan and seconded by Alderman Kenny to approve the resolution as presented.
RESOLUTION NO. R-16-20 A RESOLUTION RECOGNIZING ALETA PEKNIK THE 2020 CITIZEN OF THE YEAR IN THE CITY OF DARIEN, ILLINOIS
Roll Call: Ayes: Belczak, Chlystek, Gustafson, Kenny, Schauer, Sullivan, Vaughan, Marchese, Ragona, Coren, Murphey, Vana
Nays: None
Absent: None
Results: Ayes 12, Nays 0, Absent 1
MOTION DULY CARRIED
Mayor Marchese presented Aleta Peknik with the Citizen of the Year Resolution and plaque. There was resounding applause and a standing ovation from City Council and audience.
Aleta Peknik stated she was overwhelmed and very humbled; she thanked the Citizen of the Year Committee, Mayor and Council for the prestigious award. Aleta commented 2020 is a wonderful year for she is the 50th citizen to be recognized and will be married for 50 years. Aleta introduced and thanked her family, who are of utmost importance; she thanked friends and colleagues for their support. She invited all to celebrate with her at Alpine Banquets on March 7.
B. CENSUS 2020 UPDATE
Mayor Marchese announced the Economic Development Committee has undertaken a dual role; members will be serving as the Complete Count Committee. Tina Beilke is the Chairperson and Robert Hahn the Co-Chairperson.
Mayor Marchese stated packets of information will be sent to schools, churches, and civic organizations requesting assistance in getting membership involved to ensure an accurate census count. The Indian Prairie Public Library and Darien Park District will work with the City in disseminating information. A computer terminal will be located at City Hall for residents without home computers. He advised public service announcements and census information will continue to be featured in Darien Direct Connect eNews. He explained resident letters will be sent in March requesting online completion by April; some residents will receive paper copies of the census form.
Mayor Marchese..announced Hinsdale South Art Students completed the mural in the City Hall lobby depicting “Darien Past & Present”. A Coffee and Cake Reception and dedication will be held on March 16, 2020 at 6:00 P.M; all are welcome to attend..advised Neighbors Magazine is still publishing in other communities. Darien has elected to develop a newsletter through Metro Strategies, a social media company, and will no longer be utilizing Neighbors Magazine.
9. CITY CLERK’S REPORT
There was no report.
10. CITY ADMINISTRATOR’S REPORT
Administrator Vana announced Direct Connect has been revamped; on Thursday, February 20, issue will have a new look and be easier to utilize.
11. DEPARTMENT HEAD INFORMATION/QUESTIONS
A. POLICE DEPARTMENT – NO REPORT
B. MUNICIPAL SERVICES – NO REPORT
12. TREASURER’S REPORT
A. WARRANT NUMBER 19-20-21
It was moved by Alderwoman Sullivan and seconded by Alderman Belczak to approve payment of Warrant Number 19-20-21 in the amount of $470,837.02 from the enumerated funds, and $263,204.75 from payroll funds for the period ending 02/13/20 for a total to be approved of $734,041.77.
Roll Call: Ayes: Belczak, Gustafson, Kenny, Schauer, Sullivan, Vaughan
Nays: None
Absent: Chlystek
Results: Ayes 6, Nays 0, Absent 1
MOTION DULY CARRIED
B. MONTHLY REPORT – JANUARY 2020
Treasurer Coren reviewed year-to-date sources of revenue, expenditures, and fund balances through the month of January 2020.
General Fund: Revenue $12,887,698; Expenditures $9,932,230; Current Balance $3,769,717
Water Fund: Revenue $6,503,258; Expenditures $4,980,638; Current Balance $3,159,865
Motor Fuel Tax Fund: Revenue $596,747; Expenditures $346,681; Current Balance $598,407
Water Depreciation Fund: Revenue $14,658; Expenditures $369,356; Current Balance $2,206,862
Capital Improvement Fund: Revenue $279,866; Expenditures $5,103,003; Current Balance $4,214,119
13. STANDING COMMITTEE REPORTS
Administrative/Finance Committee –. Chairwoman Sullivan announced the Administrative/Finance Committee-of-the-Whole 2020-21 Budget Meeting is scheduled for February 19, 2020 at 6:30 P.M in the Council Chambers; subsequent meetings are scheduled for February 25, March 3 and, if necessary, March 10.
She encouraged all to attend the Citizen of the Year Dinner/Dance on March 7 at Alpine Banquets; cost is $35/person and reservation deadline is February 28.
Municipal Services Committee – Chairman Belczak announced the next meeting of the Municipal Services Committee is scheduled for February 24, 2020 at 7:00 P.M. in the Council Chambers.
Police Committee – Chairman Kenny stated the minutes of the January 20, 2020 meeting were approved and submitted to the Clerk’s Office. He announced the next meeting of the Police Committee is scheduled for March 16, 2020 at 6:00 P.M. in the Police Department Training Room.
Police Pension Board – Liaison Coren provided highlights from the quarterly meeting of the Police Pension Board held on February 6, 2020, which included investment updates by the two advisors and Public Safety Pension Fund Consolidation. He reviewed the composition and responsibilities of the Board.
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 Kenny and seconded by Alderman Belczak to approve by Omnibus Vote the following items on the Consent Agenda:
A. CONSIDERATION OF A MOTION TO APPROVE THE DARIEN CHAMBER OF COMMERCE 20TH ANNUAL DARIEN DASH, A 10K RUN/A 5K RUN/1 MILE WALK, ON MAY 17, 2020 BEGINNING AT 8:00 A.M. AND AUTHORIZE THE CHIEF OF POLICE TO FINALIZE THE DETAILS OF THIS EVENT WITH THE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
B. CONSIDERATION OF A MOTION TO APPROVE THE USE OF THE RIGHT HALF OF THE FOLLOWING STREETS FOR THE DARIEN DASH WHICH BEGINS ON IRONWOOD AVENUE AT THE DARIEN SWIM AND RECREATION CLUB AND PROCEEDS AS FOLLOWS:
THE 5K AND 10K COURSE: HEAD NORTH TO 69TH STREET. TURN EAST ON TO 69TH STREET TO RICHMOND AVENUE; TURN SOUTH ON RICHMOND AVENUE TO 70TH STREET; TURN EAST ON 70TH STREET TO BENTLEY AVENUE; TURN NORTH ON BENTLEY AVENUE TO 69TH STREET; TURN EAST ON 69TH STREET TO CLARENDON HILLS ROAD; TURN SOUTH ON CLARENDON HILLS ROAD TO 70TH STREET; TURN WEST ON 70TH STREET TO BENTLEY AVENUE; TURN SOUTH ON BENTLEY AVENUE TO MAPLE LANE; TURN EAST ON MAPLE LANE TO CLARENDON HILLS ROAD; TURN SOUTH ON CLARENDON HILLS ROAD TO 71ST STREET; TURN WEST 71ST STREET TO BENTLEY AVENUE; TURN NORTH ON BENTLEY AVENUE TO MAPLE LANE; TURN WEST ONTO MAPLE LANE TO RICHMOND AVENUE; TURN SOUTH ON RICHMOND AVENUE TO 71ST STREET; TURN WEST ON 71ST STREET TO BEECHNUT LANE; TURN NORTH ON BEECHNUT LANE TO IRONWOOD AVENUE; TURN EAST ON IRONWOOD AVENUE TO START/FINISH LINE 1-MILE COURSE: HEAD NORTH TO 69TH STREET. TURN EAST ON TO 69TH STREET TO SIERRA DRIVE; TURN SOUTH ON SIERRA DRIVE TO 71ST STREET; TURN WEST ON 71ST STREET TO BEECHNUT LANE; TURN NORTH ON BEECHNUT LANE TO IRONWOOD AVENUE; TURN WEST ON IRONWOOD AVENUE TO START/FINISH LINE
C. CONSIDERATION OF A MOTION TO GRANT A WAIVER OF THE RAFFLE LICENSE BOND REQUIREMENT FOR OUR LADY OF PEACE SCHOOL ASSOCIATION
D. CONSIDERATION OF A MOTION TO ACCEPT A PROPOSAL FROM MUNIWEB TO UPDATE AND REFRESH THE CITY’S WEBSITE IN THE AMOUNT OF $3,900.00
E. RESOLUTION NO. R-17-20
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE PARTICIPATION IN THE NORTHERN ILLINOIS MUNICIPAL ELECTRIC COLLABORATIVE (NIMEC) AND AUTHORIZING THE CITY ADMINISTRATOR TO APPROVE A CONTRACT WITH THE LOWEST COST ELECTRICITY PROVIDER FOR A PERIOD UP TO 36 MONTHS
F. RESOLUTION NO. R-18-20
A RESOLUTION TO RESCIND-RESOLUTION R-14-20-(FEBRUARY 3, 2020), AUTHORIZING THE PURCHASE OF TWO (2) SOLAR SPEED ALERT 18 SPEED LIMIT SIGNS FROM TRAFFIC LOGIX CORPORATION IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $5,598.00
G. RESOLUTION NO. R-19-20
A RESOLUTION ACCEPTING A QUOTE FROM ALL TRAFFIC SOLUTIONS), AUTHORIZING THE PURCHASE OF TWO (2) SOLAR SPEED ALERT 18 SPEED LIMIT SIGNS FROM ALL TRAFFIC SOLUTIONS CORPORATION IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $7,800.00
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
Mayor Marchese commented he was wearing the new City of Darien logo shirt; he requested Council and Staff to provide shirt sizes to Lisa Klemm.
19. ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to come before the City Council, it was moved by Alderman Vaughan and seconded by Alderman Kenny to adjourn the City Council meeting.
VIA VOICE VOTE – MOTION DULY CARRIED
The City Council meeting adjourned at 8:07 P.M.
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