City of Wood Dale City Council Met Dec. 3
Here is the minutes provided by the council:
I. CALL TO ORDER REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING (via Zoom teleconference) in accordance Governor Pritzker’s Executive Order regarding COVID-19:
Mayor Nunzio Pulice, in accordance with the Meeting Notice for a Zoom Teleconference Meeting, called the Regular City Council Meeting to Order at 7:32 p.m. Pursuant to the updated Illinois Attorney General Guidance to Public Bodies on the Open Meetings Act during the COVID-19 Pandemic, dated July 2, 2020, Aldermen and Elected Officials of the City of Wood Dale may participate in Public Meetings of the City without being physically present, in compliance with the established conditions.
II. ROLL CALL
Upon roll call, the following were:
Present: Aldermen Catalano, Jakab, Messina, Sorrentino, Susmarski, E. Wesley, Woods, and Mayor Pulice
Absent: Alderman R. Wesley
Also Present: City Clerk Curiale, Treasurer Porch, City Manager Mermuys, Police Chief Vesta, Legal Counsel Bond, IT Director Kace, Finance Director Wilson, Public Works Director Lange, Assistant Director Public Works Garelli, AICP/CD Director Cage,
Whereupon the Mayor declared a quorum present.
III. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
IV. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
A. Alderman Susmarski made a motion, seconded by Alderman Jakab, to approve the Regular City Council Minutes of November 19, 2020. When the question was put, a roll call vote was taken with the following results:
Ayes: Aldermen Catalano, Jakab, Messina, Sorrentino, Susmarski, E. Wesley and Woods
Nays: None
Whereupon the Mayor declared the motion carried.
V. COMMUNICATIONS AND PETITIONS
i. Citizens to be Heard
None
ii. Written Communiqués of Citizens to Be Heard
None
VI. MAYOR’S REPORT
A. Santa will be riding through the City to wave to all his friends Saturday, December 5, from 1-3 pm. The route was developed to allow everyone to see Santa without traveling far from their homes. The map of the route with approximate times can be found in the Community Newsletter and on the City website. The City asks that anyone assembling along the route to please follow current IDPH and CDC guidelines for gatherings, including limiting the number of people in groups, wearing a mask and maintaining social distance.
VII. CITY MANAGER’S REPORT
City Manager Mermuys reported:
i. The Wood Dale City Council understands the continuing financial strain the Covid 19 Pandemic is having on both its residents and businesses, and has developed the “Wood Dale Dollars” program to provide financial assistance and drive customer traffic to local businesses. In the coming weeks, every Wood Dale household will receive four $10 coupons that can be used at participating Wood Dale businesses or applied as a direct savings to the Resident’s utility bill. A list of participating businesses where coupons may be redeemed will be posted to the City’s website at www.wooddale.com or you may call City Hall and ask for the list. The City is happy to provide this to its Residents and hope that the Residents continue supporting our local restaurants.
VIII. CONSENT AGENDA
A. Omnibus Vote
None
IX. COMMITTEE CHAIR REPORTS
A. Planning, Zoning and Building Committee
i. A Resolution Authorizing the Approval and Execution of an Agreement for Purchase and Sale of Real Estate located at 775-777 N. Edgewood Avenue, Wood Dale, DuPage County, Illinois
Alderman Jakab stated that this matter was still in the process of being finalized with the Property Owner and made a motion to table until the next meeting.
On a motion by Alderman Jakab, seconded by Alderman Catalano, to table until the next meeting, A Resolution Authorizing the Approval and Execution of an Agreement for Purchase and Sale of Real Estate located at 775-777 N. Edgewood Avenue, Wood Dale, DuPage County, Illinois. When the question was put, a roll call vote was taken with the following results:
Ayes: Aldermen Catalano, Jakab, Messina, Sorrentino, Susmarski, E. Wesley and Woods
Nays: None
Whereupon the Mayor declared the motion carried.
B. Public Health, Safety, Judiciary and Ethics Committee
No report
C. Public Works Committee
i. Approval of Change Order No. 1 for the Royal Oaks Lift Station Improvement Project in an Amount Not to Exceed $15,641
On a motion by Alderman Catalano, seconded by Alderman Messina, to approve Approval of Change Order No. 1 for the Royal Oaks Lift Station Improvement Project in an Amount Not to Exceed $15,641. When the question was put, a roll call vote was taken with the following results: Ayes: Aldermen Catalano, Jakab, Messina, Sorrentino, Susmarski and Woods
Nays: None
Present: Alderman E. Wesley
Whereupon the Mayor declared the motion carried.
ii. Approval of Pay Request No. 4 (Final) to Cecchin Plumbing and Heating, Inc. for the Royal Oaks Lift Station Improvement Project in the Amount of $35,266.69
On a motion by Alderman Catalano, seconded by Alderman Jakab, to approve Approval of Pay Request No. 4 (Final) to Cecchin Plumbing and Heating, Inc. for the Royal Oaks Lift Station Improvement Project in the Amount of $35,266.69. When the question was put, a roll call vote was taken with the following results:
Ayes: Aldermen Catalano, Jakab, Messina, Sorrentino, Susmarski, and Woods
Nays: None
Alderman E. Wesley was out of the meeting at 7:42 pm.
Whereupon the Mayor declared the motion carried.
D. Finance and Administration Committee
i. An Ordinance Authorizing the Levy and Collection of Taxes for the Corporate and Municipal Purposes of the City of Wood Dale, DuPage County, Illinois for the Fiscal Year Commencing May 1, 2020 and Ending April 30, 2021
Alderman E. Wesley re-entered the meeting at 7:43 pm
On a motion by Alderman Woods, seconded by Alderman Susmarski, to
approve An Ordinance Authorizing the Levy and Collection of Taxes for the Corporate and Municipal Purposes of the City of Wood Dale, DuPage County, Illinois for the Fiscal Year Commencing May 1, 2020 and Ending April 30,
2021. When the question was put, a roll call vote was taken with the
following results:
Ayes: Aldermen Catalano, Jakab, Messina, Sorrentino, Susmarski, E. Wesley and Woods
Nays: None
Whereupon the Mayor declared the motion carried.
ii. An Ordinance Abating the Taxes Heretofore Levied for the Year 2020 to Pay Debt Service on $9,250,000 General Obligation Bonds (Alternate Revenue
Source), Series 2020, and $6,290,000 General Obligation Refunding Bonds (Alternate Revenue Source), Series 2020B, of the City of Wood Dale, DuPage County, Illinois
On a motion by Alderman Woods, seconded by Alderman Susmarski, to An Ordinance Abating the Taxes Heretofore Levied for the Year 2020 to Pay Debt Service on $9,250,000 General Obligation Bonds (Alternate Revenue Source), Series 2020, and $6,290,000 General Obligation Refunding Bonds (Alternate Revenue Source), Series 2020B, of the City of Wood Dale, DuPage County,
Illinois. When the question was put, a roll call vote was taken with the
following results:
Ayes: Aldermen Catalano, Jakab, Messina, Sorrentino, Susmarski, E. Wesley and Woods
Nays: None
Whereupon the Mayor declared the motion carried.
X. OTHER BUSINESS
A. Airport Noise Committee
No report
B. Stormwater Commission Report:
No report
XI. APPROVAL OF LIST OF BILLS: December 3, 2020 - - $2,596,317.16_______________ On a motion by Alderman Woods, seconded by Alderman Susmarski, to approve the December 3, 2020 payment of the List of Bills, for the total amount of $2,596,317.16 for the following:
• General Fund $ 85,650.74
• Road & Bridge Fund $ 19,014.13
• Motor Fuel Tax Fund $ 512.46
• Tourism Fund $ 6,649.33
• Narcotics Fund $ -
• TIF District #1 $ -
• TIF District #2 $ -
• Capital Projects Fund $ 2,378,148.57
• Land Acquisition Fund $ -
• Commuter Parking Lot Fund $ -
• Sanitation Fund $ -
• Water & Sewer Fund $ 93,605.65
• CERF $ 12,736.28
• Special Service Area Fund $ -
Total of all Funds: $ 2,596,317.16
Total Number of Checks: 45
When the question was put a roll call vote was taken with the following results: Ayes: Aldermen Catalano, Jakab, Messina, Sorrentino, Susmarski, E. Wesley and Woods
Nays: None
Whereupon the Mayor declared the motion carried.
XII. EXECUTIVE SESSION
On a motion by Alderman E. Wesley, seconded by Alderman Susmarski, to adjourn the Regular Meeting of December 3, 2020 to go to Executive Session to discuss Personnel [Pursuant to 5ILCS120/2(c)/1]. When the question was put, a roll call vote was taken with the following results:
Ayes: Aldermen Catalano, Jakab, Messina, Sorrentino, Susmarski, E. Wesley and Woods
Nays: None
XIII. ITEMS TO BE REFERRED
None
XIV. ITEMS FOR INFORMATION ONLY
None
XV. ADJOURNMENT
On a motion by Alderman E. Wesley, seconded by Alderman Susmarski, to adjourn the Regular Meeting of December 3, 2020 to go to Executive Session to discuss Personnel
[Pursuant to 5ILCS120/2(c)/1]. When the question was put, a roll call vote was taken with the following results:
Ayes: Aldermen Catalano, Jakab, Messina, Sorrentino, Susmarski, E. Wesley and Woods
Nays: None
Whereupon the Mayor declared the meeting adjourned at 7:46 p.m.
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