Committee of the Whole
Regular MeetingAurora, IL · October 3, 2017
Minutes
City Hall - 5th Floor
City of Aurora Conference Room B
44 East Downer Place
Aurora, IL
Committee of the Whole
Meeting Minutes - Final
Tuesday
October 03, 2017
5:00 PM
ROLL CALL
Mayor Irvin called the Committee of the Whole meeting to order at 5:04 P.M.
and the roll was called.
Present 12 - Alderman Kristina "Tina" Bohman, Alderman Juany Garza, Alderman Ted
Mesiacos, Alderman Bill Donnell, Alderman Carl Franco, Alderman Mike
Saville, Alderman Scheketa Hart-Burns , Alderman Rick Mervine, Alderman
Edward Bugg, Alderman Judd Lofchie, Alderman Sherman Jenkins, and
Mayor Richard Irvin
Absent 1 - Alderman Bob O'Connor
MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 19, 2017
17-00890
Approval of the Tuesday, September 19, 2017 Committee of the Whole
Meeting Minutes.
A motion was made by Alderman Hart-Burns, seconded by Alderman Bohman,
that this agenda item be approved and filed. The motion carried by voice vote.
REPORT OF THE
PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
TO THE COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE
The Planning & Development Committee Met On Thursday, September 28, 2017 and
Reviewed the Following Items:
A motion was made by Alderman Hart-Burns, seconded by Alderman Garza, to
allow speakers to address members of the City Council. The motion carried by
voice vote.
David Silverman, attorney from Ancel Glink representing CyrusOne spoke
regarding their opposition to Items 17-00519, 17-00520, and 17-00521 presently.
17-00519 An Ordinance Approving a Revision to the Eola Venture I Plan
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Description on 2.66 Acres for Property located at 245 N Eola Rd being
south of Diehl Road and east of Eola Road
Stephane Phifer, Director of planning and Zoning spoke regarding Items 17-00519,
17-00520 and 17-00521.
Richard Williams, attorney from Griffin Williams representing Scientel Solutions, and
Nelson Santos, President of Scientel Solutions, spoke regarding the proposed project.
This Ordinance was (HELD)
17-00520 An Ordinance Granting a Special Use Permit for a Telecommunications
Facility (4211) Use on the Property located at 245 N Eola Rd being south
of Diehl Road and east of Eola Road
Stephane Phifer, Director of planning and Zoning spoke regarding Items 17-00519,
17-00520 and 17-00521.
Richard Williams, attorney from Griffin Williams representing Scientel Solutions, and
President of Scientel Solutions, Nelson Santos spoke regarding the proposed project.
This Ordinance was (HELD)
17-00521 A Resolution Approving a Revision to a portion of the Preliminary Plan
and Plat Property located at 245 N Eola Rd being south of Diehl Road
and east of Eola Road
Stephane Phifer, Director of planning and Zoning spoke regarding Items 17-00519,
17-00520 and 17-00521.
Richard Williams, attorney from Griffin Williams representing Scientel Solutions, and
President of Scientel Solutions, Nelson Santos spoke regarding the proposed project.
This Resolution was (HELD)
17-00814 A Resolution Approving a Waiver of Final Plan Requirements for Lot 2 of
the Eola Crossing Subdivision, Located at the southeast corner of Eola
Road and Hafenrichter Road, for a Parking Facilities, Non-Residential
(4170) Use.
Andrew Uttan and Matt Brolley from V3, and Steve Broadwell, City Planner were
present to answer questions regarding the proposal.
(PLACED ON CONSENT AGENDA)
Enactment No: R17-315
REPORT OF THE
FINANCE COMMITTEE
TO THE COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE
The Finance Committee Met On Tuesday, September 26, 2017 and Reviewed the
Following Items:
17-00760 A Resolution to approve a Professional Service contract with Robert Half
for technology staff augmentation for the Information Technology Division .
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(PLACED ON CONSENT AGENDA)
Enactment No: R17-314
17-00833 A Resolution authorizing the execution of a memorandum of
understanding between the City of Aurora, Kane County and the City of
Elgin; the participation in the 2017 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice
Assistance Grant (JAG) program; and the use of the City of Aurora's
portion toward the Aurora Police Department equipment purchase.
(Public Hearing at City Council on October 10, 2017.)
(PLACED ON CONSENT AGENDA)
Enactment No: R17-326
17-00860 A Resolution to accept professional services for the Division of MVPS
Enforcement from Parking Revenue Recovery Services, Inc .
(PLACED ON CONSENT AGENDA)
Enactment No: R17-316
17-00862 A Resolution to accept a grant award from the Department of Homeland
Security for the FY 2016 CCTA program to prepare communities for
Complex Coordinated Terrorist Attacks Grant Program for a total amount
of $1,373,809.00.
Joe Jones, Emergency Management Coordinator, and Lt. Rick Robertson, Aurora
Police Department spoke regarding the application and the intent for the use of the
grant funds.
(PLACED ON CONSENT AGENDA)
Enactment No: R17-317
17-00865 An Ordinance for the Establishment of a Special Service Area Number
#191 East Aurora Fresenius Medical Care 810 North Farnsworth
Avenue, Kane County, Illinois.
(PLACED ON CONSENT AGENDA)
Enactment No: O17-069
17-00867 An Ordinance for the Establishment of a Special Service Area Number
#192 O'Reilly's Auto Parts 1435 East New York Street, Kane County,
Illinois.
(PLACED ON CONSENT AGENDA)
Enactment No: O17-070
17-00878 A Resolution to Extend an Agreement with Communities in Schools of
Aurora (CIS) to serve as Third Party Administrator (TPA) for Youth
Development Programs for the 2017-2018 School Year in the amount not
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to exceed $90,000
(PLACED ON CONSENT AGENDA)
Enactment No: R17-319
17-00881 A Resolution to Reject All Bids for the Orchard Road Separation Barrier
Repair project.
Ken Scroth, Director of Public Works, spoke and answered questions regarding the
item.
(PLACED ON CONSENT AGENDA)
Enactment No: R17-321
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17-00882 A Resolution to accept a bid from Superior Excavating Company, PO
Box 575, Channahon, IL 60447 for the 2 N. Broadway (Ward 2) Vault Infill
Project in the amount of $204,290.00 .
(PLACED ON CONSENT AGENDA)
Enactment No: R17-322
17-00885 A Resolution to authorize the expenditure of up to $600,000 for
conversion of 2,070 existing lighting fixtures to LED utilizing the bids
accepted on March 21, 2017 for the 2017/2018 Electrical Materials and
Supplies for the Electrical Division .
Ken Schroth, Public of Director Works, spoke regarding the item
(PLACED ON CONSENT AGENDA)
Enactment No: R17-323
REPORT OF THE
GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS COMMITTEE
TO THE COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE
The Governmental Operations Committee Met On Tuesday, September 26, 2017 and
Reviewed the Following Items:
17-00679 A Parking Study for N. Sumner Avenue at the intersection of Fenton
Street. Ward 7, Alderman Hart-Burns.
(INFORMATION ONLY)
17-00720 A Parking Study for Liberty Street east of Farnsworth Avenue. Ward 7,
Alderman Hart-Burns.
(INFORMATION ONLY)
17-00861 The Fox Valley Park District is requesting permission to close Blackhawk
from Galena to New York on Wednesday, October 18, 2017 from 2:00 to
6:00 pm for the Blackhawk Park Opening .
(INFORMATION ONLY)
17-00879 A Traffic Study for the N. Fordham Avenue and Charles Street
intersection. Ward 4, Alderman Donnell.
(INFORMATION ONLY)
17-00886 Tag Day: Request for Charitable Solicitation Campaign permits by the
Girls Scouts of Northern Illinois for their door-to-door Fall Product Sales
October 2, 2017 to October 22, 2017.
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(INFORMATION ONLY)
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17-00887 Tag Day: Request for Charitable Solicitation Campaign permits by the
Girl Scouts of Northern Illinois for their door-to-door Annual Cookie Sale
January 5, 2018 to March 19, 2018.
(INFORMATION ONLY)
REPORT OF THE
BUILDINGS, GROUNDS & INFRASTRUCTURE COMMITTEE
TO THE COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE
The Buildings, Grounds and Infrastructure Committee Met On Monday, September
25, 2017 and Reviewed the Following Items:
17-00877 A Resolution Awarding the 2019 Overlay Sanitary Sewer Televising
contract to Visu-Sewer of Illinois, LLC of Bridgeview, Illinois, in the
amount of one hundred ninety thousand, nine hundred and ninety dollars
and zero cents ($190,990.00) .
(PLACED ON CONSENT AGENDA)
Enactment No: R17-318
17-00880 A Resolution allowing the Director of Purchasing to approve Change
Order 1 to the Contract with Brandt Excavating for the Morningside Drive
Water Main Replacement Project .
(PLACED ON CONSENT AGENDA)
Enactment No: R17-320
MAYOR’S REPORT
Mayor Irvin announced the Special Needs Resource Fair occuring on Saturday,
October 14, 2017 at the Vaughn Center from 10 A.M. until 2 P.M.
ALDERMAN'S CORNER
There was no Alderman Report from a specific ward. The Wards reported the following
upcoming events: Ward 1 - St. Joe's Octoberfest this weekend; Ward 8 - MercyFest
on October 5-8 and Diwali Festival of Lights on October 14th; Ward 7 - Our Youth and
Family Resource Fair on October 19; At-Large - Community Job Fair on October 6th at
Prisco.
CLOSED SESSION
A motion was made by Alderman Hart-Burns, seconded by Alderman Bugg, to
move into Closed Session. The motion carried.
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Aye: 11 - Alderman Bohman, Alderman Garza, Alderman Mesiacos, Alderman
Donnell, Alderman Franco, Alderman Saville, Alderman Hart-Burns,
Alderman Mervine, Alderman Bugg, Alderman Lofchie and Alderman
Jenkins
ADJOURN
A motion was made by Alderman Hart-Burns , seconded by Alderman Garza,
that this meeting be adjourned at the conclusion of the Closed Session. The
motion carried by voice vote. The public portion of the meeting ended at 5:47
P.M. and the closed session portion of the meeting began at 5:53 P.M. and
ended at 6:19 P.M.
Submitted
by:____________________________________________________________
Wendy McCambridge, City Clerk
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Agenda
City Hall - 5th Floor Conference
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44 East Downer Place
Aurora, IL
Committee of the Whole
Agenda - Final
Tuesday
October 03, 2017
5:00 PM
ROLL CALL
MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 19, 2017
17-00890
Approval of the Tuesday, September 19, 2017 Committee of the Whole Meeting
Minutes.
REPORT OF THE
PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
TO THE COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE
The Planning & Development Committee Met On Thursday, September 28, 2017 and
Reviewed the Following Items:
17-00519 An Ordinance Approving a Revision to the Eola Venture I Plan Description on 2.66
Acres for Property located at 245 N Eola Rd being south of Diehl Road and east
of Eola Road
COMMITTEE RECOMMENDED: APPROVAL 3-0
17-00520 An Ordinance Granting a Special Use Permit for a Telecommunications Facility
(4211) Use on the Property located at 245 N Eola Rd being south of Diehl Road
and east of Eola Road
COMMITTEE RECOMMENDED: APPROVAL 3-0
17-00521 A Resolution Approving a Revision to a portion of the Preliminary Plan and Plat
Property located at 245 N Eola Rd being south of Diehl Road and east of Eola
Road
COMMITTEE RECOMMENDED: APPROVAL 3-0
17-00814 A Resolution Approving a Waiver of Final Plan Requirements for Lot 2 of the Eola
Crossing Subdivision, Located at the southeast corner of Eola Road and
Hafenrichter Road, for a Parking Facilities, Non-Residential (4170) Use .
COMMITTEE RECOMMENDED: APPROVAL 3-0
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REPORT OF THE
FINANCE COMMITTEE
TO THE COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE
The Finance Committee Met On Tuesday, September 26, 2017 and Reviewed the
Following Items:
17-00760 A Resolution to approve a Professional Service contract with Robert Half for
technology staff augmentation for the Information Technology Division .
COMMITTEE RECOMMENDED: APPROVAL 3-0
17-00833 A Resolution authorizing the execution of a memorandum of understanding
between the City of Aurora, Kane County and the City of Elgin; the participation in
the 2017 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) program; and
the use of the City of Aurora's portion toward the Aurora Police Department
equipment purchase. (Public Hearing at City Council on October 10, 2017.)
COMMITTEE RECOMMENDED: APPROVAL 3-0
17-00860 A Resolution to accept professional services for the Division of MVPS
Enforcement from Parking Revenue Recovery Services, Inc .
COMMITTEE RECOMMENDED: APPROVAL 3-0
17-00862 A Resolution to accept a grant award from the Department of Homeland Security
for the FY 2016 CCTA program to prepare communities for Complex Coordinated
Terrorist Attacks Grant Program for a total amount of $1,373,809.00.
COMMITTEE RECOMMENDED: APPROVAL 3-0
17-00865 An Ordinance for the Establishment of a Special Service Area Number #191 East
Aurora Fresenius Medical Care 810 North Farnsworth Avenue, Kane County,
Illinois.
COMMITTEE RECOMMENDED: APPROVAL 3-0
17-00867 An Ordinance for the Establishment of a Special Service Area Number #192
O'Reilly's Auto Parts 1435 East New York Street, Kane County, Illinois.
COMMITTEE RECOMMENDED: APPROVAL 3-0
17-00878 A Resolution to Extend an Agreement with Communities in Schools of Aurora
(CIS) to serve as Third Party Administrator (TPA) for Youth Development
Programs for the 2017-2018 School Year in the amount not to exceed $90,000
COMMITTEE RECOMMENDED: APPROVAL 3-0
17-00881 A Resolution to Reject All Bids for the Orchard Road Separation Barrier Repair
project.
COMMITTEE RECOMMENDED: APPROVAL 3-0
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17-00882 A Resolution to accept a bid from Superior Excavating Company, PO Box 575,
Channahon, IL 60447 for the 2 N. Broadway (Ward 2) Vault Infill Project in the
amount of $204,290.00 .
COMMITTEE RECOMMENDED: APPROVAL 3-0
17-00885 A Resolution to authorize the expenditure of up to $600,000 for conversion of
2,070 existing lighting fixtures to LED utilizing the bids accepted on March 21,
2017 for the 2017/2018 Electrical Materials and Supplies for the Electrical
Division.
COMMITTEE RECOMMENDED: APPROVAL 3-0
REPORT OF THE
GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS COMMITTEE
TO THE COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE
The Governmental Operations Committee Met On Tuesday, September 26, 2017 and
Reviewed the Following Items:
17-00679 A Parking Study for N. Sumner Avenue at the intersection of Fenton Street. Ward
7, Alderman Hart-Burns.
COMMITTEE RECOMMENDED: APPROVAL 3-0 (INFORMATION ONLY)
17-00720 A Parking Study for Liberty Street east of Farnsworth Avenue. Ward 7, Alderman
Hart-Burns.
COMMITTEE RECOMMENDED: APPROVAL 3-0 (INFORMATION ONLY)
17-00861 The Fox Valley Park District is requesting permission to close Blackhawk from
Galena to New York on Wednesday, October 18, 2017 from 2:00 to 6:00 pm for
the Blackhawk Park Opening .
COMMITTEE RECOMMENDED: APPROVAL 3-0 (INFORMATION ONLY)
17-00879 A Traffic Study for the N. Fordham Avenue and Charles Street intersection. Ward
4, Alderman Donnell.
COMMITTEE RECOMMENDED: APPROVAL 3-0 (INFORMATION ONLY)
17-00886 Tag Day: Request for Charitable Solicitation Campaign permits by the Girls
Scouts of Northern Illinois for their door-to-door Fall Product Sales October 2,
2017 to October 22, 2017.
COMMITTEE RECOMMENDED: APPROVAL 3-0 (INFORMATION ONLY)
17-00887 Tag Day: Request for Charitable Solicitation Campaign permits by the Girl Scouts
of Northern Illinois for their door-to-door Annual Cookie Sale January 5, 2018 to
March 19, 2018.
COMMITTEE RECOMMENDED: APPROVAL 3-0 (INFORMATION ONLY)
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REPORT OF THE
BUILDINGS, GROUNDS & INFRASTRUCTURE COMMITTEE
TO THE COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE
The Buildings, Grounds and Infrastructure Committee Met On Monday, September
25, 2017 and Reviewed the Following Items:
17-00877 A Resolution Awarding the 2019 Overlay Sanitary Sewer Televising contract to
Visu-Sewer of Illinois, LLC of Bridgeview, Illinois, in the amount of one hundred
ninety thousand, nine hundred and ninety dollars and zero cents ($190,990.00) .
COMMITTEE RECOMMENDED: APPROVAL 3-0
17-00880 A Resolution allowing the Director of Purchasing to approve Change Order 1 to
the Contract with Brandt Excavating for the Morningside Drive Water Main
Replacement Project.
COMMITTEE RECOMMENDED: APPROVAL 3-0
MAYOR’S REPORT
ALDERMAN'S CORNER
CLOSED SESSION
ADJOURN
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