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City Hall - 2nd Floor City of Aurora Council Chambers 44 East Downer Place Aurora, IL Committee of the Whole Meeting Minutes - Final Tuesday February 15, 2022 5:00 PM Members of the public wishing to provide public comment for this meeting must be physically present at the meeting and registered to speak prior to the meeting being called to order. Please call the City Clerk's Office at (630) 256-3070 with questions. ROLL CALL Mayor Irvin called the meeting to order at 5:01 p.m. and the roll was called. A motion was made by Alderman Franco and seconded by Alderwoman Hart-Burns to allow Alderman Llamas to participate in this meeting remotely per section 2-80. The motion carried by voice vote and Alderman Llamas was allowed to participate in this meeting via Zoom. Present 13 - Alderman Emmanuel Llamas, Alderwoman Juany Garza, Alderman Ted Mesiacos, Alderman Bill Donnell, Alderman Carl Franco, Alderman Mike Saville, Alderwoman Scheketa Hart-Burns , Alderwoman Patty Smith, Alderman Edward J. Bugg, Alderwoman Shweta Baid, Alderman Ron Woerman, Alderman Sherman Jenkins, and Mayor Richard Irvin MINUTES OF THE TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 1, 2022 COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING 22-0091 Approval of the Minutes of the Tuesday, February 1, 2022 Committee of the Whole Meeting. A motion was made by Alderwoman Hart-Burns and seconded by Alderman Jenkins to approve the minutes as presented. The motion carried by voice vote. PUBLIC COMMENT The City Clerk read the rules for public comment and the following citizens presented public comment to the City of the Whole: Mr. Ben Savalio spoke regarding the warehouse on Meridian requesting that the gates remain on the street. Mr. Robert Jungels spoke in opposition to the warehouse on Meridian. Mr. Jim Wittneben spoke in opposition to the warehouse on Meridian. Mr. Dana Kaemten spoke in opposition to the warehouse on Meridian. City of Aurora Page 1 Committee of the Whole Meeting Minutes - Final February 15, 2022 REPORT OF THE BUILDING, ZONING AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE TO THE COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE The Building, Zoning and Economic Development Committee Met On February 9, 2022 and Reviewed the Following Items: 22-0054 An Ordinance Vacating Easements on the property located at 2200 Sullivan Road, in Kane County, Aurora, Illinois (PLACED ON CONSENT AGENDA) Building, Zoning and Economic Development Committee Items placed on Hold at the January 18, 2022 Committee of the Whole Meeting. 21-0924 An Ordinance Annexing Certain Property being located at the northwest corner of Sunrise Road and Meridian Road to the City of Aurora, Illinois 60563, pursuant to an Approved Annexation Agreement Jill Morgan, City Planner - City of Aurora, presented briefly regarding updates on this item. (PLACED ON CONSENT AGENDA) 21-0925 An Ordinance amending Chapter 49 of the Code of Ordinances, City of Aurora, by modifying the zoning map attached thereto to rezone Property located at the northwest corner of Sunrise Road and Meridian Road to PDD Planned Development District to be incorporated into the existing Butterfield Planned Development District pursuant to an Approved Annexation Agreement (PLACED ON CONSENT AGENDA) 21-0926 A Resolution Approving the Final Plat for Butterfield Phase II Unit 4C Subdivision, located at the southwest corner of Ferry Road and Meridian Road Ken Schroth, Director of Public Works - City of Aurora, spoke and responded to questions regarding this item. (PLACED ON CONSENT AGENDA) 21-0927 A Resolution Approving a Final Plan on Lot 402 of Butterfield Phase II Unit 4C Subdivision, located at the southwest corner of Ferry Road and Meridian Road for a Warehouse, Distribution and storage services (3300) Use (PLACED ON CONSENT AGENDA) City of Aurora Page 2 Committee of the Whole Meeting Minutes - Final February 15, 2022 21-0928 An Ordinance Vacating a Watermain Easement on the Property located at the southwest corner of Ferry Road and Meridian Road, in DuPage County, Aurora, Illinois 60502 (PLACED ON CONSENT AGENDA) REPORT OF THE FINANCE COMMITTEE TO THE COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE The Finance Committee Met On February 10, 2022 and Reviewed the Following Items: 22-0038 An Ordinance Reserving 2022 Volume Cap in connection with Private Activity Bond Issues, and Related Matters. Stacey Peterson, Director of Financial Operations - City of Aurora, presented briefly regarding this item. (PLACED ON CONSENT AGENDA) 22-0062 A Resolution authorizing the City of Aurora Police Department to enter a contract with ShotSpotter, Inc. for the installation and set-up of the necessary equipment for a gunshot detection system, and for a three-year service agreement. Commander Jack Fichtel - Aurora Police Department, introduced representatives from ShotSpotter, Inc. who presented and responded to questions regarding this item. (PLACED ON CONSENT AGENDA) 22-0064 A Resolution authorizing the City of Aurora Police Department to enter a contract with Forensic Technology, Inc. for a five-year warranty on the National Integrated Ballistics Information Network (NIBIN) that is housed at the Aurora Police Department. Commander Jack Fichtel - Aurora Police Department, presented regarding this item. (PLACED ON CONSENT AGENDA) 22-0106 A Resolution to purchase a 3-year subscription of the Appian's Workforce Safety and Readiness (WSR) solution from Allwyn Corporation, Herndon, VA, for $135,809.28. Alisia Lewis, Chief Human Resources Officer - City of Aurora, spoke regarding this item. (PLACED ON CONSENT AGENDA) City of Aurora Page 3 Committee of the Whole Meeting Minutes - Final February 15, 2022 REPORT OF THE PUBLIC HEALTH, SAFETY AND TRANSPORTATION COMMITTEE TO THE COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE The Public Health, Safety and Transportation Committee Met On February 8, 2022 and Reviewed the Following Items: 21-0945 A Resolution establishing the maximum number of Class A: Packaged Sales (Convenience Store/Beer and Wine Only) liquor licenses (unofficially related to the application from Tropical Market Aurora, LLC at 150 S Broadway, Aurora). [Ward 2] (PLACED ON CONSENT AGENDA) 22-0037 A Resolution Approving the 2022 Quality of Life Grants in the amount of $888,000 (PLACED ON UNFINISHED BUSINESS) 22-0057 A Resolution authorizing the purchase of one Zoll X series cardiac monitor/defibrillator and accessories using the Silver Cross Purchasing Cooperative in the amount of $31,457.56 for the Aurora Fire Department from Zoll Medical Corporation of Chelmsford, MA. (PLACED ON CONSENT AGENDA) 22-0079 A Resolution establishing the maximum number of Class A: Package Sales (Beer & Wine Only/Gas Station) liquor licenses, (unofficially related to the application from 7-Eleven, Inc., d/b/a 7-Eleven #32202L at 1202 N Eola Rd, Aurora). [Ward 10] (PLACED ON CONSENT AGENDA) 22-0086 A Resolution Authorizing the City of Aurora to enter an Intergovernmental Agreement with Will County that will allow the City of Aurora to host electronic recycling events. (PLACED ON CONSENT AGENDA) The Public Health, Safety, and Transportation Committee also discussed a Community Events report out for event applications that have been submitted thus far. REPORT OF THE INFRASTRUCTURE & TECHNOLOGY COMMITTEE TO THE COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE City of Aurora Page 4 Committee of the Whole Meeting Minutes - Final February 15, 2022 The Infrastructure & Technology Committee Met On February 7, 2022 and Reviewed the Following Items: 21-0603 A Resolution to award a contract to Misfits Construction Company in the amount of $334,950.00 for the McCoy Drive Pedestrian Bridge Repairs Project. (PLACED ON CONSENT AGENDA) 22-0050 A Resolution Authorizing a Contract with Trotter and Associates, Inc., to provide construction engineering services for various underground utility improvement projects during the 2022 construction season, in an amount not to exceed $390,712.60. (PLACED ON CONSENT AGENDA) 22-0052 A Resolution Authorizing the 2022-2023 Professional Services Agreements for Soil Management & CCDD Documentation services with Huff & Huff Incorporated and Deuchler, a Division of Fehr Graham for a total amount not to exceed $170,000.00. (PLACED ON CONSENT AGENDA) 22-0071 A Resolution to approve the purchase a 3-year subscription of the ePremium platform from Event Approvals, Inc., Vancouver, Canada in the amount of $46,000 annually, for a total award of $138,000. (PLACED ON CONSENT AGENDA) REPORT OF THE RULES, ADMINISTRATION AND PROCEDURES COMMITTEE The Rules, Administration and Procedure Committee Met On February 1, 2022 and Reviewed the Following Items: 22-0060 A Resolution approving the appointment of members to the Aurora Youth Council. (PLACED ON CONSENT AGENDA) 22-0061 A Resolution approving the appointment of Dan Hoffman to the Retiree Health Insurance Trust Fund Board. (PLACED ON CONSENT AGENDA) 22-0063 A Resolution approving the appointment of a member to the city's Human Relations Commission. (PLACED ON CONSENT AGENDA) City of Aurora Page 5 Committee of the Whole Meeting Minutes - Final February 15, 2022 22-0070 An Ordinance Amending Chapter 41.5, entitled Special Events, to the Aurora Code of Ordinances. (PLACED ON CONSENT AGENDA) 22-0080 A Resolution approving the appointment of members representing Aurora to the Aurora Area Convention and Visitors Bureau Board (AACVB). (PLACED ON CONSENT AGENDA) The Rules, Administration, and Procedure Committee also discussed Boards, Commissions and Councils Updates. MAYOR’S REPORT There was no Mayor's Report at this meeting. ALDERMAN'S CORNER Alderman Mesiacos presented the Alderman's Corner Report regarding the Third Ward Community. CLOSED SESSION There was no need for a closed session at this meeting. ADJOURN A motion was made by Alderwoman Hart-Burns and seconded by Alderman Franco to adjourn the meeting. The motion carried by voice vote and the meeting adjourned at 6:05 p.m. Submitted by: ______________________________________________ Jennifer Stallings, City Clerk THIS MEETING AGENDA SHALL ALSO SERVE AS NOTICE THAT A MAJORITY OF A QUORUM OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AURORA, ILLINOIS MAY ATTEND OR PARTICIPATE IN THIS COMMITTEE MEETING. NO OFFICIAL ACTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL SHALL OCCUR AT THIS COMMITTEE MEETING. MINUTES OF THE COMMITTEE MEETING SHALL CONSTITUTE THE OFFICIAL RECORD OF THE COMMITTEE MEETING AND ANY MEETING OF THE MAJORITY OF THE QUORUM OF THE CITY COUNCIL OCCURRING AT THE SAME TIME AND LOCATION. City of Aurora Page 6 Committee of the Whole Meeting Minutes - Final February 15, 2022 Any individual with a disability requesting a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in a public meeting should contact the City Clerk’s Office at least 48 hours in advance of the scheduled meeting. The City Clerk’s Office can be reached in person at 44 E. Downer Place, Aurora Illinois, via telephone at 630-256-3070, or via e-mail at cityclerk@aurora-il.org. Every effort will be made to allow for meeting participation. City of Aurora Page 7