City of Darien City Council met April 18.
Here are the minutes provided by the council:
EXECUTIVE SESSION – COLLECTIVE BARGAINING SECTION 2(C)(2) OF THE OPEN MEETINGS ACT
It was moved by Alderman Schauer and seconded by Alderman Belczak to go into Executive Session for the purpose of discussion of Collective Bargaining Section 2(C)(2) of the Open Meetings Act at 7:02 P.M.
Roll Call: Ayes: Belczak, Chlystek, Gustafson, Kenny, Schauer, Sullivan
Nays: None
Absent: Vaughan
Results: Ayes 6, Nays 0, Absent 1
MOTION DULY CARRIED
It was moved by Alderman Schauer and seconded by Alderman Belczak to adjourn Executive Session.
Roll Call: Ayes: Belczak, Chlystek, Gustafson, Kenny, Schauer, Sullivan
Nays: None
Absent: Vaughan
Results: Ayes 6, Nays 0, Absent 1
MOTION DULY CARRIED
Executive Session adjourned at 7:35 P.M.
1. CALL TO ORDER
City Council Meeting April 18, 2022
The regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Darien was called to order at 7:38 P.M. by Mayor Marchese.
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Boy Scout Troop 55 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 Joseph A. Kenny
Thomas M. Chlystek Ted V. Schauer
Eric K. Gustafson Mary Coyle Sullivan
Absent: Lester Vaughan
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 six aldermen present, Mayor Marchese declared a quorum.
5. QUESTIONS, COMMENTS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS – GENERAL There were none.
6. APPROVAL OF MINUTES – April 4, 2022
It was moved by Alderman Kenny and seconded by Alderman Schauer to approve the minutes of the City Council Meeting of April 4, 2022.
Roll Call: Ayes: Belczak, Chlystek, Gustafson, Kenny, Schauer, Sullivan
Nays: None
Absent: Vaughan
Results: Ayes 6, Nays 0, Absent 1
MOTION DULY CARRIED
7. RECEIVING OF COMMUNICATIONS
Alderman Gustafson…
…met with neighbor regarding LRS missing cart; he complimented LRS for their quick response.
…received resident communication regarding loud noise from jets flying over Darien. He stated the Village of Hinsdale, also experiencing noise issues, is addressing this concern with the airports.
Alderwoman Sullivan received communication…
…from Carriage Greens residents regarding cart issues. Alderwoman Sullivan worked with Katie Neary, LRS, for resolution. She commented that residents are still waiting for Waste Management to pick up carts.
…from Mike Minardi regarding the seamless transition of refuse haulers and his satisfaction with new program.
Alderman Kenny received communication from…
…Thomas Hynes, Norman Courts, regarding LRS carts being blown down; Katie Neary responded.
...Jill Surrusco, 71st Street, regarding lack of communication by AT&T on utility project.
Mayor Marchese read letter from Father Bob Colaresi, complimenting Public Works on a job well done along Bailey Road by the Carmelite Spiritual Center. Director Gombac will provide feedback to vendor.
8. MAYORS REPORT
There was no report.
9. CITY CLERK’S REPORT
There was no report.
10. CITY ADMINISTRATOR’S REPORT
Administrator Vana provided update as follows:
• LRS has provided good communication; Katie Neary has taken on personal responsibility. Postcards announcing May E-Waste Home Collection Event were mailed to residents regarding registration; information is available on City website. Residents with Waste Management carts can leave note on carts for LRS to TAKE and LRS will recycle item.
• Thanked all those who worked on the first “Darien Connections” newsletter. The City plans to distribute the newsletter three times per year, with the intent of reaching residents that are not on Direct Connect or social media.
11. DEPARTMENT HEAD INFORMATION/QUESTIONS
A. POLICE DEPARTMENT – NO REPORT
B. MUNICIPAL SERVICES – NO REPORT
12. TREASURER’S REPORT
A. WARRANT NUMBER 21-22-24
It was moved by Alderwoman Sullivan and seconded by Alderman Schauer to approve payment of Warrant Number 21-22-24 in the amount of $452,661.88 from the enumerated funds, and $267,198.30 from payroll funds for the period ending 04/07/22 for a total to be approved of $719,860.18.
Alderman Kenny asked for clarification on two items.
Roll Call: Ayes: Belczak, Chlystek, Gustafson, Kenny, Schauer, Sullivan
Nays: None
Absent: Vaughan
Results: Ayes 6, Nays 0, Absent 1
MOTION DULY CARRIED
B. MONTHLY REPORT – MARCH 2022
Treasurer Coren reviewed year-to-date sources of revenue, expenditures, and fund balances through the month of March 2022.
General Fund: Revenue $17,130,444; Expenditures $11,778,851; Current Balance $7,913,053
Water Fund: Revenue $6,730,898; Expenditures $6,271,266; Current Balance $4,062,595
Motor Fuel Tax Fund: Revenue $1,048,867; Expenditures $1,668,030; Current Balance $747,160
Water Depreciation Fund: Revenue $1,957; Expenditures $204,838; Current Balance $2,892,488
Capital Improvement Fund: Revenue $1,997,853; Expenditures $1,603,102; Current Balance $10,409,137
13. STANDING COMMITTEE REPORTS
Administrative/Finance Committee
– Chairwoman Sullivan announced the Administrative/Finance Committee meeting is scheduled for May 2, 2022 at 6:00 P.M.
– Liaison Sullivan stated the Economic Development Committee meeting is scheduled for May 5, 2022 at 7:00 P.M.
– Alderwoman Sullivan commented that, in addition to the City newsletter being mailed, the Community Calendar sponsored by the Citizen Action Committee will go live on Friday, April 22. She provided background on the development of the user friendly calendar and explained criteria for event inclusion.
Municipal Services Committee – Chairman Belczak stated minutes of the March 2022 meeting were approved and submitted to the Clerk’s Office. He announced the Municipal Services Committee meeting is scheduled for May 23, 2022 at 6:00 P.M.
Police Committee – Chairman Kenny announced the Police Committee meeting is scheduled for May 16, 2022 at 6:00 P.M. in the Police Department Training Room.
14. QUESTIONS AND COMMENTS – AGENDA RELATED
Alderman Belczak stated New Business Item A had been removed from the agenda of the Municipal Services Committee meeting held earlier this evening.
15. OLD BUSINESS
There was no Old Business.
16. CONSENT AGENDA
Mayor Marchese stated New Business Items B – K were moved to the Consent Agenda as Items A – J respectively.
It was moved by Alderman Schauer and seconded by Alderman Kenny to approve by Omnibus Vote the following items on the Consent Agenda:
A. RESOLUTION NO. R-32-22 A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE PURCHASE OF ONE NEW ENVIROSIGHT VERISIGHT PRO & PUSH CAMERA ROVVER X HD SYSTEM PACKAGE SEWER CAMERA WITH ROVER FROM STANDARD EQUIPMENT IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $84,950.00
B. RESOLUTION NO. R-33-22 A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE PURCHASE OF ONE (1) NEW 2024 PETERBILT MODEL 548 CAB AND CHASSIS, TO REPLACE UNIT 103, FROM JX TRUCK CENTER IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $119,622
C. RESOLUTION NO. R-34-22 A RESOLUTION ACCEPTING A PROPOSAL FROM MONROE TRUCK EQUIPMENT FOR THE PURCHASE OF A DUMP BODY, SNOW PLOW EQUIPMENT PACKAGE, LIGHTING ACCESSORIES, AND HYDRAULIC CONTROLS, FOR THE 2024 PETERBILT MODEL 548, IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $167,361
D. RESOLUTION NO. R-35-22 A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE PURCHASE OF ONE (1) NEW 2024 PETERBILT MODEL 548 CAB AND CHASSIS, TO REPLACE UNIT 110, FROM JX TRUCK CENTER IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $119,622
E. RESOLUTION NO. R-36-22 A RESOLUTION ACCEPTING A PROPOSAL FROM MONROE TRUCK EQUIPMENT FOR THE PURCHASE OF A DUMP BODY, SNOW PLOW EQUIPMENT PACKAGE, LIGHTING ACCESSORIES, AND HYDRAULIC CONTROLS, FOR THE 2024 PETERBILT MODEL 548, IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $184,501
F. ORDINANCE NO. O-10-22 AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE SALE OF PERSONAL PROPERTY OWNED BY THE CITY OF DARIEN
G. RESOLUTION NO. R-37-22 A RESOLUTION APPROVING EXTENDING A NEGOTIATED CONTRACT WITH HOMER TREE CARE, INC. IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $192,500.00 FOR THE CITY'S 2022/23 TREE TRIMMING AND REMOVAL PROGRAM
H. RESOLUTION NO. R-38-22 A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO ACCEPT A PROPOSAL FROM SUPERIOR ROAD STRIPING, INC. AT THE PROPOSED UNIT PRICES, IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $20,000.00 FOR THE 2022 STREET STRIPING PROGRAM
I. RESOLUTION NO. R-39-22 A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE PRIVATE PROPERTY REAR YARD STORM WATER MANAGEMENT ASSISTANCE FOR PROJECT FYE23-A – 8422 CARRIAGE GREEN DR., IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $12,620 (CITY COST $8,715 RESIDENT REIMBURSEMENT $3,905)
J. RESOLUTION NO. R-40-22 A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING PUBLIC WORKS PROJECT FYE23-PW6 FOR THE STORM WATER IMPROVEMENTS FOR THE AILSWORTH DRIVE PROJECT IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $148,000
Roll Call: Ayes: Belczak, Chlystek, Gustafson, Kenny, Schauer, Sullivan
Nays: None
Absent: Vaughan
Results: Ayes 6, Nays 0, Absent 1
MOTION DULY CARRIED
17. NEW BUSINESS
There was no New Business.
18. QUESTIONS, COMMENTS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS – GENERAL
Alderman Gustafson reminded residents that Center Cass District 66 Community Engagement Night will be held at Lakeview Junior High School on April 21, 2022 at 7:00 P.M. He encouraged all to vote; voting by mail can be requested on the DuPage County website.
Alderwoman Sullivan encouraged individuals who are 18 years of age to register to vote in order to be eligible to vote in the June 28, 2022 election.
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 8:05 P.M.
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