City of Darien Municipal Services Committee met March 28.
Here are the minutes provided by the committee:
PRESENT: Alderman Thomas Belczak -Chairman, Alderman Eric Gustafson, Alderman Joseph Kenny, Dan Gombac – Director
ABSENT: None
ESTABLISH QUORUM
Chairperson Thomas Belczak called the meeting to order at 6:17 p.m. at the City of Darien City Hall, 1702 Plainfield Road, Darien, Illinois. Chairperson Belczak declared a quorum present.
a . Resolution - Authorizing the Mayor to execute a contract between the City of Darien and GO Painters Inc. for the 2022 Fire Hydrant Painting Phase 2 in an amount not to exceed $69,600.00.
Mr. Dan Gombac, Director reported that the FY22-23 Budget includes funding for the sandblasting, priming and painting of approximately 725 of the 1,500 fire hydrants the City owns and operates. He reported that this is considered the final phase of a 2 year program.
Alderman Eric Gustafson questioned when the painting will be done.
Mr. Gombac reported that the painting will be done in June and July.
There was no one in the audience wishing to present public comment. m
Alderman Kenny made a motion, and it was seconded by Alderman Gustafson approval of a Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a contract between the City of Darien and GO Painters Inc. for the 2022 Fire Hydrant Painting Phase 2 in an amount not to exceed $69,600.00.
Upon voice vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY 3-0.
b. Resolution - Accepting a proposal from Norwalk Tank Company for storm sewer concrete structures, iron sewer grates, concrete adjusting rings as required for various Public Works projects for a period of May 1, 2022 through April 30, 2023.
Mr. Dan Gombac, Director reported that during the year, the department requires the use of storm sewer concrete structures to be used for various Public Works projects, such as storm sewer maintenance and ditching projects. He reported that competitive quotes were requested for the storm sewer concrete material and the lowest bidder was Norwalk Tank Company. He further reported that prices are up 15-20%.
There was no one in the audience wishing to present public comment.
Alderman Gustafson made a motion, and it was seconded by Alderman Kenny approval of a Resolution accepting a proposal from Norwalk Tank Company for storm sewer concrete structures, iron sewer grates, concrete adjusting rings as required for various Public Works projects for a period of May 1, 2022 through April 30, 2023.
Upon voice vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY 3-0.
c. Resolution – Accepting a proposal from Standart Park for trench drain troughs, for the bay areas of the Municipal Services building at 1041 S. Frontage Road, in an amount not to exceed $17,540.
Mr. Dan Gombac, Director reported that the existing trench drains within the bay areas of the Municipal Services building require removal and replacement. He reported that the drains serve as residual water runoff from the vehicles and during washing the washing of vehicle, equipment and cleaning of the floor. Mr. Gombac reported that the existing drains are constructed of steel and concrete and are progressively deteriorating. He stated that while staff has performed several spot repairs throughout the years the system has severed its useful life.
Mr. Gombac reported that the proposed work consists of purchasing new trough trench drains, breaking out the existing concrete, removing and disposing of the existing drains, installation of the new drains, and backfill as required.
Alderman Eric Gustafson stated that he did not want to see a dime spent on the building.
Alderman Kenny made a motion, and it was seconded by Alderman Belczak approval of a Resolution accepting a proposal from Standart Park for trench drain troughs, for the bay areas of the Municipal Services building at 1041 S. Frontage Road, in an amount not to exceed $17,540.
Upon voice vote, the MOTION CARRIED 2-1. Alderman Gustafson voted Nay.
d. Resolution - Accepting a proposal from Fortis Concrete for the purchase and installation of the concrete floor for the trench drains in an amount not to exceed $9,500.
Mr. Gombac reported that this Resolution is for a proposal from Fortis Concrete for the purchase and installation of the concrete floor for the trench drains.
Alderman Eric Gustafson stated that he did not want to see a dime spent on the building. Mr. Gombac reported that this proposal was budgeted over a year ago.
There was no one in audience wishing to present public comment.
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Alderman Kenny made a motion, and it was seconded by Alderman Belczak approval Resolution accepting a proposal from Fortis Concrete for the purchase and installation of the concrete floor for the trench drains in an amount not to exceed $9,500.
Upon voice vote, the MOTION CARRIED 2-1. Alderman Gustafson voted Nay.
e. Resolution - Authorizing the Mayor to accept a proposal from Christopher B. Burke Engineering, Ltd. (CBBEL) for the professional design services related to the surveying and preparation of plans and bid documents for the Neighborhood Sidewalks for the east side of Clarendon Hills Road from 67th Street to Plainfield Road at a cost not to exceed $50,765.
Mr. Dan Gombac, Director reported that this proposal is part of the Safe Routes to School initiative and linking to parks and joining intersecting sidewalks. He reported that the 2022-23 Budget includes funds for the installation of a new sidewalks on the east side of Clarendon Hills Road from 67th Street to Plainfield Road. He further reported that the proposed 5-foot sidewalk, 3500 lineal feet, would be designed within the limits of the right of way and inclusive of the scope of work would include a pedestrian signal and cross walk at 71st and Clarendon Hills Road.
Mr. Gombac reported that the crosswalk has been a talking point to promote a safe crosswalk to the Community Park for residents east of Clarendon Hills Road.
Chairperson Tom Belczak questioned if there would be any conflicts with the ditches.
Mr. Gombac reported that there would be limited conflicts at the crosswalks. He reported that the resident comments have been positive.
There was no one in the audience wishing to present public comment.
Alderman Kenny made a motion, and it was seconded by Alderman Gustafson approval of a Resolution authorizing the Mayor to accept a proposal from Christopher B. Burke Engineering, Ltd. (CBBEL) for the professional design services related to the surveying and preparation of plans and bid documents for the Neighborhood Sidewalks for the east side of Clarendon Hills Road from 67th Street to Plainfield Road at a cost not to exceed $50,765.
Upon voice vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY 3-0.
f. Resolution – Authorizing the Mayor to accept a proposal from Christopher B. Burke Engineering, Ltd (CBBEL) for the professional design services related to the survey. ing, engineering and bid documents for the Neighborhood Sidewalks for the south side of 79th Street from Cass Avenue to Stratford Place at a cost not to exceed $27,005.
Mr. Dan Gombac, Director reported that this Resolution authorizes Christopher B. Burke Engineering, Ltd. (CBBEL) for the professional design services related to the surveying,
engineering and bid documents for the Neighborhood Sidewalks for the south side of 79th Street from Cass Avenue to Stratford Place.
There was no one in the audience wishing to present public comment.
Alderman Kenny made a motion, and it was seconded by Alderman Gustafson approval of Resolution authorizing the Mayor to accept a proposal from Christopher B. Burke Engineering, Ltd (CBBEL) for the professional design services related to the surveying, engineering and bid documents for the Neighborhood Sidewalks for the south side of 79th Street from Cass Avenue to Stratford Place at a cost not to exceed $27,005.
Upon voice vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY 3-0.
g. Minutes – February 28, 2022 Municipal Services Committee
Chairperson Tom Belczak reported that the minutes show the start time at 7:00 p.m. and the meeting started at 6:00 p.m.
There was no one in the audience wishing to present public comment.
Alderman Kenny made a motion, and it was seconded by Alderman Gustafson approval of the February 28, 2022 Municipal Services Committee Meeting minutes as amended.
Upon voice vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY 3-0.
DIRECTOR'S REPORT
Mr. Dan Gombac, Director reported that the police department is working on the license plate readers and that staff will hard wire the light poles and wrap up the project within two weeks. He reported that CVS is closing April 25th.
Alderman Eric Gustafson requested that the CVS location be added to the Cannabis list.
NEXT SCHEDULED MEETING
Chairperson Tom Belczak announced that the next meeting is scheduled for Monday, April 25, 2022.
ADJOURNMENT
With no further business before the Committee, Alderman Gustafson made a motion, and it was seconded by Alderman Belczak to adjourn.
Upon voice vote, THE MOTION CARRIED unanimously, and the meeting adjourned at 6:48 p.m.
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