City of Darien City Council met Jan. 17.
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 (Zoom)
Ted V. Schauer (Zoom)
Eric K. Gustafson (Zoom)
Mary Coyle Sullivan (Zoom)
Joseph A. Kenny (Zoom)
Lester Vaughan (Zoom)
Absent: Thomas M. Chlystek
Also in Attendance: Joseph Marchese, Mayor
JoAnne E. Ragona, City Clerk
Bryon Vana, City Administrator
Gregory Thomas, Police Chief (Zoom)
Daniel Gombac, Director of Municipal Services (Zoom)
Lisa Klemm, Administrative Assistant
Jordan Yanke, City Planner (Zoom)
4. DECLARATION OF A QUORUM — There being six aldermen present, Mayor Marchese declared a quorum.
5. QUESTIONS, COMMENTS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS – GENERAL
Mayor Marchese recognized Martin Luther King, Jr. birthday and shared several of Dr. King’s powerful quotes.
6. APPROVAL OF MINUTES – December 20, 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 December 20, 2021.
Roll Call: Ayes: Belczak, Gustafson, Kenny, Schauer, Sullivan, Vaughan
Nays: None
Absent: Chlystek
Results: Ayes 6, Nays 0, Absent 1
MOTION DULY CARRIED
7. RECEIVING OF COMMUNICATIONS
Alderwoman Sullivan…
…reported there were issues with the audio on Channel 6.
…provided an update on emails from Mary & Mel Gregory and Chris Snow, Carriage Greens residents, regarding another area of temporary fencing along North Frontage Road being down, the demolished curb by Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church and the utility pole that is leaning on Frontage Road.
Council discussion ensued regarding the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) Managed Lane Project (MLP), Cass Avenue Corridor Study (CACS) and the impact Public Private Proposals have on these projects. Mayor Marchese explained the reasons for a sound wall not being a priority at the State level. Director Gombac provided an update on the MLP, the eligibility for a sound wall should IDOT reconstruct I55, and the impact the CACS would have on improvements along North Frontage Road. He addressed Council question.
Alderman Gustafson…
…received resident inquiry regarding when to call 911 versus direct line to Police Department. Chief Thomas responded residents should always call 911, so DuComm can dispatch a police vehicle or send a message to Sergeant.
…received communication from resident expressing concern with new refuse program.
…stated he has been in communication with residents that responded to his post on Nextdoor regarding suggestions for future businesses in Darien; he forwarded feedback to Director Gombac & Chestnut Court Property Manager. Council discussion ensued.
Alderwoman Sullivan commented regarding the role and plans of the Economic Development Committee (EDC), reviewed the EDC meeting schedule and encouraged participation.
8. MAYORS REPORT
A. Consideration Of A Motion To Approve The Reappointments Of Robert Erickson, Brian Liedtke And Ralph Stompanato To The Planning And Zoning Commission
It was moved by Alderman Kenny and seconded by Alderman Schauer to approve the motion as presented.
Roll Call: Ayes: Belczak, Gustafson, Kenny, Schauer, Sullivan, Vaughan
Nays: None
Absent: Chlystek
Results: Ayes 6, Nays 0, Absent 1
MOTION DULY CARRIED
B. 2022 Citizen Of The Year Nomination – Lou Mallers
Mayor Marchese asked Alderwoman Sullivan, City Council Liaison, to present the recommendation for the 2022 Citizen of the Year (COY). Liaison Sullivan read the Citizen of the Year Committee letter recommending that the 2022 Citizen of the Year be Lou Mallers.
Mayor Marchese thanked Citizen of the Year Committee members: Chairwoman Bonnie Kucera, Linda Borowiak, Jim Goetzinger, Gerry Kucera, and Carol Mallers for selecting such a deserving candidate.
Liaison Sullivan announced the Citizen of the Year Congratulatory Reception will take place on Tuesday, February 22 in the Police Department Training Room following the City Council Meeting. The Citizen of the Year dinner/dance will be held on March 4 at Alpine Banquets; cost is $49/person and includes family style dinner and open bar.
Reservations can be made at City Hall from January 31 through February 23, 2022. She encourage all to attend to celebrate an incredible man.
Mayor Marchese stated the Darien Community Action group met on January 8 in the Police Training Room; the purpose of the meeting was to bring all civic, service and social groups together to discuss the work of their organization and develop ways to work together. The next meeting of the group will take place on Saturday, February 12, at the Indian Prairie Public Library.
Mayor Marchese welcomed Archer Maxell Wilkerson to our Darien family and congratulated Kelly & Jason on the birth of their son. Archer was the first child born in DuPage County and officially became a Darien resident on January 1 at 4:59 A.M.
9. CITY CLERK’S REPORT
There was no report.
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 21-22-17
It was moved by Alderman Belczak and seconded by Alderman Vaughan to approve payment of Warrant Number 21-22-17 in the amount of $44,909.76 from the enumerated funds, and $276,356.70 from payroll funds for the period ending 12/30/21 for a total to be approved of $321,266.46.
Roll Call: Ayes: Belczak, Gustafson, Kenny, Schauer, Sullivan, Vaughan
Nays: None
Absent: Chlystek
Results: Ayes 6, Nays 0, Absent 1
MOTION DULY CARRIED
B. WARRANT NUMBER 21-22-18
It was moved by Alderman Schauer and seconded by Alderman Vaughan to approve payment of Warrant Number 21-22-18 in the amount of $840,534.69 from the enumerated funds, and $278,911.73 from payroll funds for the period ending 12/30/21 for a total to be approved of $1,119,446.42.
Roll Call: Ayes: Belczak, Gustafson, Kenny, Schauer, Sullivan, Vaughan
Nays: None
Absent: Chlystek
Results: Ayes 6, Nays 0, Absent 1
MOTION DULY CARRIED
13. STANDING COMMITTEE REPORTS
Administrative/Finance Committee – Chairwoman Sullivan announced the next Administrative/Finance Committee meeting is scheduled for February 7, 2022 at 6:00 P.M. She noted the Economic Development Committee meeting is scheduled for February 3, 2022 at 7:00 P.M. Chairwoman Sullivan stated Committee-of-the-Whole 2022-2023 Budget Meetings are scheduled to begin on February 23, 2022.
Municipal Services Committee – Chairman Belczak announced the Municipal Services Committee meeting is scheduled for January 24, 2022 at 7:00 P.M.
Police Committee – Chairman Kenny announced the Police Committee meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, February 22, 2022 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
Mayor Marchese stated New Business Item A was moved to Consent Agenda as Item J.
It was moved by Alderman Belczak and seconded by Alderman Schauer to approve by Omnibus Vote the following items on the Consent Agenda:
A. ORDINANCE NO. O-01-22 An Ordinance Approving A Variation From The Darien Zoning Ordinance (PZC2021-05: 1645 Walden Lane)
B. ORDINANCE NO. O-02-22 An Ordinance Approving Variations From The Darien Zoning Ordinance (PZC2021-06: 1813 Howdy Lane)
C. RESOLUTION NO. R-01-22 A Resolution To Execute A Contract With Eternally Green Lawn Care, Inc., For Six (6) Various Fertilizer Applications And (3) Applications For Planting Beds And Weed Control Within Rip Rap Areas And Tree Fertilization For 75th Street, In An Amount Not To Exceed $28,629.00 For The 2022 Landscape Fertilization Services
D. RESOLUTION NO. R-02-22 A Resolution Authorizing The Mayor And City Clerk To Execute A Contract For The 2022 Landscape Maintenance Services Between The City Of Darien And Lakewood Paving Company, LLC In An Amount Not To Exceed $39,629.03
E. Consideration Of A Motion To Approve A Motion Authorizing A Contingency With Lakewood Paving Company, LLC In The Amount Of $20,000 For Replacement Of Plant Materials And Plant Enhancements For The 2022 Landscape Maintenance Services
F. RESOLUTION NO. R-03-22 A Resolution Accepting A Proposal From Ziebell Water Service Products, Inc. For Waterous Pacer Fire Hydrant Repair Parts At The Proposed Unit Prices As Required For A Period Of May 1, 2022 Through April 30, 2023
G. RESOLUTION NO. R-04-22 A Resolution Authorizing The Mayor And City Clerk To Enter Into An Intergovernmental Agreement With The County Of DuPage For Meter Reading, Billing And Transition To The Automated Meter Reading (Amr) Technology
H. RESOLUTION NO. R-05-22 A Resolution Approving For The Citywide Meter And Remote Replacement Program Contract With Core And Main/Sensus For The Purchase Of Water Meters, Remote Readers, Meter Appurtenances And Installation In An Amount Not To Exceed $2,950,000
I. RESOLUTION NO. R-06-22 A Resolution Authorizing The Mayor To Execute A Contract For The 2022 Concrete Sidewalk, Apron, Curb And Gutter Removal And Replacement Program With Suburban Concrete, Inc., In An Amount Not To Exceed $1,144,090.00 And To Waive The Residential $75.00 Permit Fee Application For Concrete Work
J. RESOLUTION NO. R-07-22 A Resolution Authorizing The Mayor To Execute A Memorandum Of Understanding Between The Metropolitan Alliance Of Police (Union) Darien Chapter #48 Unit “B” Sworn Employees And The City Of Darien (City)
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 There were none.
19. ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to come before the City Council, it was moved by Alderman Schauer and seconded by Alderwoman Sullivan 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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