City of Darien City Council met Nov. 1.
Here are 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
Bryon 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
Art Kardatzke, former resident of Darien, introduced new Pastor of Lord of Life Lutheran Church, Pastor Adam Dowd. Pastor Dowd thanked Mayor Marchese for inviting him to Council meeting. Mayor Marchese stated Pastor Dowd’s intentions were to learn about Darien, Darien residents, and to better serve his parishioners.
Karem Padilla, 6700 block of Clarendon Hills Road, voiced her concerns regarding the dangers of 67th Street and Clarendon Hills Road intersection. She described recent accident that caused car to cross her property, commented on previous accidents, and noted during inclement weather accidents occur regularly. Alderman Vaughan stated he received communication and accident pictures from Ms. Padilla; he felt City should revisit making intersection safer. Mayor Marchese stated the west side of 67th Street was expanded to allow for better turning and that signage was added at the intersection. He explained traffic study did not warrant traffic light/signal. Director Gombac commented regarding traffic light; he will communicate with Village of Willowbrook regarding signalization of intersection. Administrator Vana stated accident history would need updating prior to intersection reconfiguration. Council discussion ensued.
Joe Myczek…
…inquired if a speed bump or speed table could be considered at 67th Street and Clarendon Hills Road; Director Gombac stated the intersection would not qualify due to daily volume of traffic.
…commented regarding 2022 garbage/recycling contract. He thanked Aldermen Chlystek and Kenny for responding to his email. Mr. Myczek requested Council to consider not voting on proposal; he felt residents needed additional time to review the information and provide feedback. Mayor Marchese commented that Administrator Vana responded to his email, resident inquiries regarding Request for Proposal (RFP) and that RFP information has been available for review for more than a month.
6. APPROVAL OF MINUTES – October 18, 2021 City Council Meeting
It was moved by Alderwoman Sullivan and seconded by Alderman Kenny to approve the minutes of the City Council Meeting of October 18, 2021.
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 Joe Myczek regarding refuse proposal.
Alderman Gustafson received communication regarding children riding all-terrain vehicles on Beller Road at a high rate of speed; he asked Chief Thomas to review rules during his report.
8. MAYORS REPORT
A. CONSIDERATION OF A MOTION TO APPROVE THE REAPPOINTMENT OF ELIZABETH HAYES TO THE HOLIDAY HOME DECORATING COMMITTEE
B. CONSIDERATION OF A MOTION TO APPROVE THE APPOINTMENT OF STEVE WERNECKE, TRACY THOMSON AND LESLIE SWEENEY TO THE HOLIDAY HOME DECORATING COMMITTEE
It was moved by Alderman Belczak and seconded by Alderman Kenny to approve the reappointment of Elizabeth Hayes and appointment of Steve Wernecke to the Holiday Home Decorating Committee. Tracy Thomson and Leslie Sweeney were not in attendance.
Mayor Marchese expressed his pleasure in reinstituting the Holiday Home Decorating Committee. He explained the role of the committee and shared holiday festivities. Council discussion ensued regarding holiday home nominations.
Roll Call: Ayes: Belczak, Chlystek, Gustafson, Kenny, Schauer, Sullivan, Vaughan
Nays: None
Absent: None
Results: Ayes 7, Nays 0, Absent 0
MOTION DULY CARRIED
Clerk Ragona administered the Oath of Office to Elizabeth Hayes and Steve Wernecke.
Mayor Marchese read letter from Floriano Garro expressing the amazing time he had as “Mayor for the Day” on October 4, 2021. He thanked Council for the enriching experience and the inspirational examples of leadership that allowed him to realize a passion for Political Science.
Mayor Marchese stated a young woman that works for DuPage Mayors and Managers Conference bid on the fundraiser Mayor Trilla sponsored; she will serve as “Mayor for the Day” at an upcoming City Council Meeting.
9. CITY CLERK’S REPORT
A. 2022 VEHICLE STICKER LOTTERY
Clerk Ragona read the list of non-profit organizations that were offered the opportunity to participate in the lottery; she stated no responses were received. Mayor Marchese stated a decision will be made on how to handle the 2022 Vehicle Sticker.
10. CITY ADMINISTRATOR’S REPORT
There was no report.
11. DEPARTMENT HEAD INFORMATION/QUESTIONS
A. POLICE DEPARTMENT – NO REPORT
Chief Thomas responded to communication Alderman Gustafson received regarding all terrain vehicles (ATVs). Chief Thomas stated ATVs are non-highway vehicles and should not be on public streets. He directed residents to call “911.”
Alderman Chlystek inquired about off-highway Municipal Services and Park District equipment; Chief Thomas reviewed statute exceptions for farm and municipal vehicles.
B. MUNICIPAL SERVICES – NO REPORT
12. TREASURER’S REPORT
A. WARRANT NUMBER 20-21-13
It was moved by Alderwoman Sullivan and seconded by Alderman Belczak to approve payment of Warrant Number 20-21-13 in the amount of $295,684.61 from the enumerated funds, and $257,844.93 from payroll funds for the period ending 10/21/21 for a total to be approved of $553,529.54.
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 December 6, 2021 at 6:00 P.M. She thanked all for attending the Economic Development Workshop on October 23, with special thanks to Bryan Gay for facilitating and City Planner Yanke for coordinating. She stated the Economic Development Committee meeting is scheduled for November 4, 2021 at 7:00 P.M.
Municipal Services Committee – Chairman Belczak announced the next Municipal Services Committee meeting is scheduled for November 22, 2021 at 7:00 P.M.
Police Committee – Chairman Kenny announced the next Police Committee meeting is scheduled for November 15, 2021 at 6:00 P.M. in the Police Department Training Room.
Police Pension Board – Liaison Coren announced the next quarterly meeting of the Police Pension Board is scheduled for Thursday, November 4, 2021 at 7:00 P.M. in the Police Department Training Room. In response to inquiry from Mayor Marchese regarding consolidation of funds downstate, Liaison Coren noted the law requires consolidation of pension funds for Fire and Police by June 30, 2022.
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 Gustafson and seconded by Alderman Schauer to approve by Omnibus Vote the following items on the Consent Agenda:
A. RESOLUTION NO. R-67-21 A RESOLUTION TO ENTER INTO AN ENGINEERING AGREEMENT WITH CHRISTOPHER B. BURKE ENGINEERING, LTD. FOR THE 2022 STREET MAINTENANCE PROGRAM CONTRACT BID BOOKLET, IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $34,684.00
B. RESOLUTION NO. R-68-21 A RESOLUTION TO ENTER INTO AN ENGINEERING AGREEMENT WITH CHRISTOPHER B. BURKE ENGINEERING, LTD. FOR PAVEMENT CORINGS FOR THE PROPOSED 2022 STREET MAINTENANCE PROGRAM, IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $10,400.00
C. RESOLUTION NO. R-69-21 A RESOLUTION APPROVING A PROPOSAL EXTENSION WITH VULCAN CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS, LLC, FOR THE PURCHASE AND DELIVERY OF STONE FOR PUBLIC WORKS PROJECTS FOR A PERIOD OF MAY 1, 2022 THROUGH APRIL 30, 2023
D. RESOLUTION NO. R-70-21 A RESOLUTION APPROVING A PROPOSAL EXTENSION WITH VULCAN CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS, LLC, FOR THE PURCHASE AND PICK UP OF STONE FOR PUBLIC WORKS PROJECTS AT THE PROPOSED UNIT PRICES FOR A PERIOD OF MAY 1, 2022 THROUGH APRIL 30, 2023
E. RESOLUTION NO. R-71-21 A RESOLUTION APPROVING A PROPOSAL EXTENSION WITH CHICAGOLAND PAVING CONTRACTORS INC. FOR THE REMOVAL AND REPLACEMENT OF BITUMINOUS APRONS AND ROAD PATCHES AT THE PROPOSED UNIT PRICING AS REQUIRED FOR VARIOUS PUBLIC WORKS PROJECTS FOR A PERIOD OF MAY 1, 2022 THROUGH APRIL 30, 2023
F. RESOLUTION NO. R-72-21 A RESOLUTION APPROVING A PROPOSAL EXTENSION WITH JC LANDSCAPING & TREE SERVICES, INC. AT THE PROPOSED SCHEDULE OF PRICES FOR THE REAR YARD DRAINAGE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM FOR A PERIOD OF MAY 1, 2022 THROUGH APRIL 30, 2023
G. RESOLUTION NO. R-73-21 A RESOLUTION ACCEPTING A STORM SEWER EASEMENT FROM THE FOLLOWING PROPERTY: 609 CHIPPEWA LANE 09-27-403-003
H. RESOLUTION NO. R-74-21 A RESOLUTION APPROVING A PROPOSAL EXTENSION WITH XBE, LLC TO PROVIDE TRUCKING SERVICES RELATING TO HAULING WASTE GENERATED FROM EXCAVATIONS FOR A PERIOD OF MAY 1, 2022 THROUGH APRIL 30, 2023
I. RESOLUTION NO. R-75-21 A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE PURCHASE OF THE DEICING/ANTI-ICING CHEMICAL PRODUCT, THERMAPOINT R, FROM INDUSTRIAL SYSTEMS LTD., IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $10,500 (APPROXIMATELY 9,200 GALLONS X $1.14/GALLON)
J. RESOLUTION NO. R-76-21 A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE PURCHASE OF WINTER SENTRY, THE DEICING/ANTI-ICING CHEMICAL PRODUCT, FROM HARMONEY DEICING, IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $4,500 (4,500 GALLONS X $1.00/GALLON)
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 A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE A CONTRACT BETWEEN CITY OF DARIEN AND LAKESHORE RECYCLING SYSTEMS LLC TO PROVIDE RESIDENTIAL REFUSE HAULING FOR A FIVE (5) YEAR TERM COMMENCING ON APRIL 1, 2022 AND ENDING MARCH 31, 2027
It was moved by Alderman Belczak and seconded by Alderman Schauer to approve the motion as presented.
Aldermen commented on the benefits of moving to a new contract with Lakeshore Recycling Systems LLC (RLS).
Administrator Vana commented that the City will be partnering with LRS regarding dissemination of educational program information.
Mayor Marchese thanked Katie Neary and George Strom with LRS. He stated the Environmental Committee and other organizations would like to tour the LRS state-of the-art Recycling Center.
Ms. Neary thanked Council for their trust in LRS; early bid planning makes for a smooth transition.
Administrator Vana noted Waste Management refuse/yard waste stickers will be refundable at City Hall after the current contract ends.
RESOLUTION NO. R-77-21 A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE A CONTRACT BETWEEN CITY OF DARIEN AND LAKESHORE RECYCLING SYSTEMS LLC TO PROVIDE RESIDENTIAL REFUSE HAULING FOR A FIVE (5) YEAR TERM COMMENCING ON APRIL 1, 2022 AND
ENDING MARCH 31, 2027
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
Alderwoman Sullivan announced Hinsdale South High School will present “RENT School Edition” from November 11 – 14; show times 7:00 P.M. Thursday – Saturday and 2:00 P.M. on Sunday. She reviewed ticket sales information.
Mayor Marchese…
…announced a Veterans Day Ceremony will be held on November 11 at 11:00 A.M. at Darien Community Park; a 100-year old veteran from WW1 will be honored.
…thanked Darien Lions Club for a successful Halloween Party at Darien Sportsplex; there were 600 participants.
19. ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to come before the City Council, it was moved by Alderman Kenny and seconded by Alderman Schauer to adjourn the City Council meeting.
VIA VOICE VOTE – MOTION DULY CARRIED
The City Council meeting adjourned at 8:21 P.M.
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