City of Warrenville City Council met July 19.
Here are the minutes provided by the council:
I. OPENING CEREMONIES
A. Call to Order
Mayor Brummel called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.
B. Roll Call
Present: Mayor David Brummel, and Aldermen: Stu Aschauer, Clare Barry, Kathy Davolos, Leah Goodman, Jeff Krischel, Bill Weidner and Robert Wilson. Alderman Jay Anderson attended electronically due to employment purposes.
Absent: None
Also Present: City Administrator John Coakley, Assistant City Administrator Cristina White, Finance Director Kevin Dahlstrand, Community and Economic Development Director Ron Mentzer, Management Analyst Kristen Youngmeyer, Police Chief Ray Turano, Attorney Brooke Lenneman, and City Clerk Julie Clark
Also Absent: Public Works Director Phil Kuchler
C. Pledge of Allegiance
Mayor Brummel led the Pledge of Allegiance
D. Recognition of Service by Jerry Sugrue and Kate Perkins to Bicyclist and Pedestrian Advisory Commission (BPAC)
Mayor Brummel thanked Mr. Sugrue and Ms. Perkins for their volunteer spirit and years of service to the BPAC. Ms. Perkins had been on the committee for seven years and Mr. Sugrue for fifteen. Ms. Perkins was present to accept the recognition in person and commented how much she has enjoyed being on the commission and how much volunteering has given her personally and encourages everyone to say yes to volunteering. Mr. Sugrue was not able to attend.
E. Presentation by Elite Ambulance
George Hynek and Jeff Grafin, from Elite Ambulance, spoke about the proposed Elite Ambulance business at 3S140 Talbot. Mr. Grafin said that Elite is looking to invest $3 million into this location. Alderman Goodman asked about the landscape plan and timing of the project. Mr. Grafin replied that they would like to start as soon as possible and that there is a full landscaping plan. Alderman Aschauer asked about the commitment to keeping the commercial vehicles out of the residential neighborhood. Mr. Hynek assured the Council that this is not like a typical fire station with calls running in and out all day. This facility is only 50% emergency basis, and the bulk of their work is transport service. He stated that the management will train their drivers not to use Lakeview Drive.
II. CITIZENS COMMENTS
Bob Siebert, Albright Court, gave a historical account on the work of past councils and tax increment financing districts, and is concerned the same level of achievement is not being met. He also stated that if a council member cannot be physically present, they should resign.
III. OFFICIALS AND STAFF COMMENTS
A. Mayor
Mayor Brummel shared that the National Night Out will take place on Tuesday August 3.
B. Clerk
No report
C. Treasurer
No report
D. Aldermen
Alderman Weidner thanked the BPAC volunteers for their years of service and added how much the group has impacted the City. He commented that every time he sees a child wearing a helmet with the Northwest logo, it is a reminder of the partnership the BPAC has formed with them, and a reminder of the work the BPAC has done over the years. He also expressed his support of virtual attendance by an Alderman,, adding that he feels Alderman Anderson brings a lot to the group and looks forward to having him continue.
Alderman Goodman seconded her support of an Alderman attending virtually. She added, that while it does make conversations more difficult, she feels the Council has done a great job making good decisions using the virtual platform during the pandemic and can continue to do so when a member cannot attend in person.
Alderman Davolos thanked staff for the laminated sheets provided at the dais on meeting procedures. She also stated her support for virtual attendance, not just as an acceptance of change, but because it is the long standing policy to allow remote attendance.
Alderman Anderson appreciated the support his fellow Council members have given to his virtual attendance. He added that he is still coming into the office weekly to pick up his meeting packets as well as to get any questions answered by staff.
E. City Administrator (CA) Coakley
No Report
F. City Attorney Brooke Lenneman
No Report
IV. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
The following item was removed from the Consent Agenda by Alderman Goodman for discussion:
VI. B: Accept Plan Commission recommendation, waive second reading, and pass ordinance O2021-30, approving a temporary use permit for a one-day Evolet Eve Wine Shop business anniversary event on Stafford Place right-of-way
Alderman Weidner made a motion, seconded by Alderman Davolos, to approve the agenda for the July 19, 2021, City Council regular meeting as amended.
MOTION ADOPTED VIA VOICE VOTE
V. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Alderman Weidner made a motion, seconded by Alderman Davolos, to approve the minutes of the July 6, 2021, City Council regular meeting, and the minutes of the July 12, 2021, Community Development Committee meeting.
MOTION ADOPTED VIA VOICE VOTE
VI. CONSENT AGENDA – OMNIBUS VOTE
A. Accept Plan Commission recommendation, waive second reading, and pass ordinance O2021-29, conditionally approving a preliminary planned unit development special use permit, variations, and exceptions from the Warrenville Zoning Ordinance and Stormwater Management and Floodplain Ordinance for an Elite Ambulance Station at 3S140 Talbot Avenue
B. Removed for discussion
C. Accept Community Development Committee recommendation, waive second reading, and pass ordinance O2021-31, approving a carnival permit for the VFW property, 3S371 Main Street, subject to conditions and requirements outlined in the Community Development Department staff memo dated July 6, 2021
D. Accept Community Development Committee recommendation and pass resolution R2021-49, approving the change order with Engineering Resource Associates, Inc., for final Phase II engineering redesign of the Trailhead project, in the amount of $31,416
E. Accept Community Development Committee recommendation and approve the preferred Illinois Prairie Path Trailhead Redesign Option as described in Senior Civil Engineer Hocking’s memo, dated July 1, 2021
F. Accept Community Development Committee recommendation, direct staff to prepare an amended Authorized Strength Ordinance to reflect the staffing of a new Assistant Community Development Director position in lieu of refilling the existing vacant Senior Planner Position, and finalize a proposed salary range for the new position
G. Accept Mayor Brummel’s recommendation and approve the appointment of Ann Behrens as City Treasurer until the unexpired term ends April 30, 2023, and following the results of the next Consolidated Election in 2023
H. Accept Community Development Committee recommendation and designate Alderman Goodman to serve as Council Liaison to assist staff with updating the ward boundaries to reflect the population changes based on 2020 Census data
I. Receive and file minutes of the Plan Commission and Zoning Board of Appeals meeting held on July 8, 2021
J. Receive and file report of invoices paid up to July 14, 2021, in the amount of $46,666.11
K. Authorize expenditures for invoices due on or before August 2, 2021, in the amount of $140,741.57
L. Receive and file report of Master Debit Card Expenditures for the month of June 2021, in the amount of $10,487.21
Alderman Weidner made a motion, seconded by Alderman Davolos, to approve the Consent Agenda items as read.
ROLL CALL VOTE:
Aye: Alderman: Anderson, Krischel, Davolos, Weidner, Aschauer, Wilson, Barry, and Goodman
Nay: None
MOTION ADOPTED
VI. B: Accept Plan Commission recommendation, waive second reading, and pass ordinance O2021-30, approving a temporary use permit for a one-day Evolet Eve Wine Shop business anniversary event on Stafford Place right-of-way
Discussion:
Alderman Goodman expressed her concerns about this business following the rules and laws to keep everyone safe, especially related to the pandemic.
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