City of Darien City Council Met June 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
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 – May 17, 2021 City Council Meeting
It was moved by Alderman Kenny and seconded by Alderman Belczak to approve the minutes of the City Council Meeting of May 17, 2021.
Roll Call: Ayes: Belczak, Chlystek, Gustafson, Kenny, Sullivan, Vaughan
Abstain: Schauer
Nays: None
Absent: None
Results: Ayes 7, Nays 0, Absent 0
MOTION DULY CARRIED
7. RECEIVING OF COMMUNICATIONS
Alderman Kenny received communication from Marie and John Becker regarding Oak Trace Planned Unit Development; Director Gombac stated City Planner Yanke has been following the development.
Alderman Chlystek…
…thanked Darien Lion’s Club members Steve Wernecke and Mayor Marchese for posting flags; the block was very patriotic for Memorial Day.
…received information from local activist group, “Stop Sterigenics.”
…received communication from Charles Fischer regarding ways to improve Cass & Frontage Road.
Alderwoman Sullivan received communication from Angela McGreal, Carriage Way West resident, regarding the noise wall that was proposed as part of the I55 Managed Lane Project. Director Gombac commented that five years ago, IDOT reviewed strategies to ease congestion, which included car pool lane, privatization and additional lanes. He noted there has been no update on funding or timeline for the project. Mayor Marchese commented on prior survey sent to those that backed I55. Alderwoman Sullivan inquired regarding privatization of increased traffic due to warehouses and transportation centers.
8. MAYORS REPORT
A. MAYORAL PROCLAMATION “2021 DARIEN LIONS CLUB HUMANITARIAN OF THE YEAR (JUNE 10, 2021)
Mayor Marchese provided a brief history of the award and read the proclamation into record declaring June 10, 2021 as Karen Buckels Day.
Lion John Pearson thanked Ms. Buckels for volunteering everywhere and always trying to help with local organizations, schools, Rotary Backpack Program, and PTA District 61.
Karen thanked everyone for the honor. She stated she grew up in Darien and loves Darien. Karen noted that it takes many to make Darien stay a nice place; she thanked all those in the community who provide their support.
Mayor Marchese provided the following updates.
Local Government Distributive Fund (LGDF):
• The Governor and State Legislature have agreed not to reduce LGDF by the 10% the Governor had indicated was necessary to meet budgetary constraints.
• With the significant lobbying efforts of DuPage Mayors and Managers Conference (DMMC), of which Darien is a member, and other Councils of Governments (COGS), state legislators urged the Governor to maintain current funding. DMMC and COGS are working diligently to return the LGDF to the full 10% funding level, which is currently 6.06%.
• Last year Darien received $2,390,000 in LGDF. With a 10% cut, Darien’s budget would have experienced a loss of $239,000; monies directed toward public safety and infrastructure improvements.
DuPage County Health Department (DCHD):
• Due to reductions in metrics used to measure the impact of the coronavirus and the widespread vaccination program, we will be entering Phase V of the Restore Illinois Program on June 11.
• DuPage County leads the State with 58% of the population fully vaccinated; the goal is 80% vaccinated by July 1. 92% percent of residents 65 and over have received at least one dose; 87% have been fully vaccinated.
• Vaccine is widely available throughout DuPage County by hospitals, local doctors and pharmacies.
• Those needing vaccination can register with the DCHD and walk-in at their site located at the DuPage County Fairgrounds.
• Homebound residents should contact City Hall to request vaccination in home.
Miscellaneous Announcements:
• Darien Lions Club Independence Day Parade will be held on July 5. Council members wanting to participate in the parade need to submit their applications to Lion Bill Christenson.
• On June 21, Nikos Gomopoulos, student from Kingswood Academy will be “Mayor for a Day.”
9. CITY CLERK’S REPORT
There was no report.
Mayor Marchese stated that he attended a dinner for Municipal Clerks of DuPage County. He congratulated Clerk Ragona; she was sworn in as President of the organization.
10. CITY ADMINISTRATOR’S REPORT
There was no report.
11. DEPARTMENT HEAD INFORMATION/QUESTIONS
A. POLICE DEPARTMENT – NO REPORT
B. MUNICIPAL SERVICES – NO REPORT
12. TREASURER’S REPORT
A. WARRANT NUMBER 20-21-27
It was moved by Alderwoman Sullivan and seconded by Alderman Belczak to approve payment of Warrant Number 20-21-27 in the amount of $78,178.86 from the enumerated funds for a total to be approved of $78,178.86.
Roll Call: Ayes: Belczak, Chlystek, Gustafson, Kenny, Schauer, Sullivan, Vaughan
Nays: None
Absent: None
Results: Ayes 7, Nays 0, Absent 0
MOTION DULY CARRIED
B. WARRANT NUMBER 21-22-03
It was moved by Alderman Schauer and seconded by Alderman Kenny to approve payment of Warrant Number 21-22-03 in the amount of $549,246.68 from the enumerated funds, and $526,331.16 from payroll funds for the periods ending 5/20/21 and 6/03/21 for a total to be approved of $1,075,577.84.
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 July 6, 2021 meeting of the Administrative/Finance Committee meeting has been cancelled. The next Administrative/Finance Committee meeting is scheduled for August 2, 2021. She stated the Economic Development Committee (EDC) will be meeting on either July 1 or July 8, 2021.
Municipal Services Committee – Chairman Belczak announced the Municipal Services Committee meeting is scheduled for June 21, 2021 at 6:20 P.M.
Police Committee – Chairman Kenny announced the June 21, 2021 Police Committee meeting has been cancelled. The next Police Committee meeting is scheduled for July 19, 2021 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 Belczak to approve by Omnibus Vote the following items on the Consent Agenda:
A. ORDINANCE NO. O-09-21 AN ORDINANCE UPDATING TITLE 9, TRAFFIC REGULATIONS, CHAPTER 7, “ADMINISTRATIVE HEARING SYSTEM” OF THE CITY OF DARIEN CITY CODE
B. CONSIDERATION OF A MOTION TO APPROVE THE EXPENDITURE OF BUDGETED FUNDS TO PURCHASE AMMUNITION FROM KIESLER’S POLICE SUPPLY IN THE AMOUNT OF $13,232.20
C. CONSIDERATION OF A MOTION TO APPROVE THE PAYMENT OF ANNUAL DUES TO THE DUPAGE METROPOLITAN ENFORCEMENT GROUP (DUMEG) IN THE AMOUNT OF $17,680
D. RESOLUTION NO. R-40-21 A RESOLUTION ACCEPTING A STORM SEWER EASEMENT FROM THE FOLLOWING PROPERTY: 1022 HINSBROOK AVENUE 09-22-302-027
E. RESOLUTION NO. R-41-21 A RESOLUTION ACCEPTING A STORM SEWER EASEMENT FROM THE FOLLOWING PROPERTY: 522 69TH STREET 09-22-409-036
F. RESOLUTION NO. R-42-21 A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE PURCHASE OF ONE (1) NEW STEPP SPHOJ 3.0 (4 TON) DUMP STYLE POTHOLE PATCHING TRAILER OIL JACKETED WITH AUGER DISCHARGE HOT BOX, TO REPLACE UNIT 321, FROM BONNELL INDUSTRIES INC. IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $61,994.00
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
A. CONSIDERATION OF A MOTION TO APPROVE AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE SALE OF PERSONAL PROPERTY OWNED BY THE CITY OF DARIEN
It was moved by Alderman Belczak and seconded by Alderman Kenny to approve the motion as presented.
ORDINANCE NO. O-10-21 AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE SALE OF PERSONAL PROPERTY OWNED BY THE CITY OF DARIEN
Roll Call: Ayes: Belczak, Chlystek, Gustafson, Kenny, Schauer, Sullivan, Vaughan
Nays: None
Absent: None
Results: Ayes 7, Nays 0, Absent 0
MOTION DULY CARRIED
B. CONSIDERATION OF A MOTION TO APPROVE CHANGE ORDER #1 FOR THE 67TH STREET GEOMETRICAL RECONFIGURATION – ADDITIONAL STORM SEWER WORK IN THE AMOUNT OF $47,700
It was moved by Alderman Schauer and seconded by Alderman Vaughan to approve the motion as presented.
Roll Call: Ayes: Belczak, Chlystek, Kenny, Gustafson, Schauer, Sullivan, Vaughan
Nays: None
Absent: None
Results: Ayes 7, Nays 0, Absent 0
MOTION DULY CARRIED
18. QUESTIONS, COMMENTS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS – GENERAL
Alderman Vaughan provided a shout out to the teachers and students of District 61 and District 86 Schools for getting through the COVID year.
Alderwoman Sullivan…
…echoed Alderman Vaughan’s sentiments for Cass District 63. She encouraged all to be cognizant that children are out of school and playing on the streets, as many subdivisions have no sidewalks.
…announced Hinsdale South Booster Club is hosting “Tidy Trash” Fundraiser. Information is available on the Hinsdale South High School home page or Booster Club website.
Alderman Kenny thanked First Responders for doing a great job.
Alderman Belczak noted Miskatonic is celebrating their 6th Anniversary on Saturday, June 12 with live music and food truck.
19. ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to come before the City Council, it was moved by Alderwoman Sullivan and seconded by Alderman Kenny to adjourn the City Council meeting.
VIA VOICE VOTE – MOTION DULY CARRIED
The City Council meeting adjourned at 8:05 P.M.
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