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VOLUME XCI MARCH 25, 2026 COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ELGIN, ILLINOIS COUNCIL-MANAGER FORM OF GOVERNMENT REGULAR MEETING The regular meeting of the Council of the City of Elgin, Illinois, was held on March 25, 2026, in the Council Chambers. The meeting was called to order by Mayor Kaptain at 7:35 p.m. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Mayor David Kaptain. ROLL CALL Roll call was answered by Councilmembers Alfaro, Dixon, Good, Martinez, Ortiz, Powell, Steffen, Thoren, and Mayor Kaptain. Absent: None. MINUTES OF THE MARCH 11, 2026 COUNCIL MEETING APPROVED AS DISTRIBUTED Councilmember Martinez made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Good, to approve the March 11, 2026, regular council meeting minutes as distributed. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Alfaro, Dixon, Good, Martinez, Ortiz, Steffen, Thoren, and Mayor Kaptain. Nays: None. Councilmember Powell abstained. COMMUNICATIONS None. PUBLIC COMMENTS Charles Gross spoke in favor of the diversity and inclusion ordinance. Annaliese Jackson spoke in favor of the diversity and inclusion ordinance. Vanessa Zamudio spoke in favor of the diversity and inclusion ordinance. Lewis Wilkins spoke in favor of the diversity and inclusion ordinance. Delani Hernandez spoke in favor of the diversity and inclusion ordinance. Jennifer Rosales spoke in favor of the diversity and inclusion ordinance. 114 VOLUME XCI MARCH 25, 2026 Susanna Padilla spoke in favor of the diversity and inclusion ordinance. Angel Martinez spoke in favor of the diversity and inclusion ordinance. BID 25-060 AWARDED TO CLARION CONSTRUCTION FOR 701 HASTINGS CONCESSION STAND RENOVATION Councilmember Steffen made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Thoren, to award a contract to Clarion Construction in the amount of $49,250 to complete renovations to the concession stand located at 701 Hastings to improve functionality, safety, and overall facility condition. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Alfaro, Dixon, Good, Martinez, Ortiz, Powell, Steffen, Thoren, and Mayor Kaptain. Nays: None. BID 26-010 AWARDED TO OZINGA READYMIX CONCRETE FOR PORTLAND CEMENT CONCRETE Councilmember Ortiz made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Martinez, to authorize the purchase of Portland concrete cement for an amount not to exceed $100,000 from Ozinga Readymix Concrete in accordance with Illinois Department of Transportation regulations for Motor Fuel Tax fund allocation. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Alfaro, Dixon, Good, Martinez, Ortiz, Powell, Steffen, Thoren, and Mayor Kaptain. Nays: None. BID 26-011 AWARDED TO VARIOUS VENDORS FOR BITUMINOUS ASPHALT GROUPS I AND II Councilmember Martinez made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Steffen, to authorize the purchase of bituminous patching mixtures Group I and Group II for an amount not to exceed $350,000 from multiple vendors in accordance with Illinois Department of Transportation regulations for Motor Fuel Tax fund allocation. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Alfaro, Dixon, Good, Martinez, Ortiz, Powell, Steffen, Thoren, and Mayor Kaptain. Nays: None. BID 26-012 AWARDED TO VARIOUS VENDORS FOR GOLF COURSE LANDSCAPING SUPPLIES Councilmember Thoren made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Martinez, to award the golf course chemical supply bid to the lowest responsive bidders in the total amount of $163,029 to purchase supplies needed to maintain the turf grass at city-owned golf courses, athletic fields and parkways. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Alfaro, Dixon, Good, Martinez, Ortiz, Powell, Steffen, Thoren, and Mayor Kaptain. Nays: None. 115 MARCH 25, 2026 VOLUME XCI OMNIA PURCHASING AGREEMENT NO. R230201 APPROVED WITH PERFECT TURF DISTRIBUTING, LLC TO RENEW THE ST. FRANCIS PARK SOCCER FIELD Councilmember Martinez made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Thoren, to approve contract #R230201 with Perfect Turf Distributing, LLC, in the amount of $35,850 to remove and replace the existing synthetic turf soccer pitch at St. Francis Park to ensure continued safe play, proper field performance, and long-term durability. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Alfaro, Dixon, Good, Martinez, Ortiz, Powell, Steffen, Thoren, and Mayor Kaptain. Nays: None. PETITION 02-26 APPROVED FOR 85 MARKET STREET, CONDITIONAL USE FOR ADAPTIVE REUSE OF AN EXISTING TWO-STORY OFFICE BUILDING FOR A CHURCH Marc Mylott, Community Development Director, outlined Petition 02-26 for a conditional use for adaptive reuse of an existing office building for a church. Staff and the Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval subject to conditions. Councilmember Steffen made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Good, to approve Petition 02-26 subject to conditions. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Alfaro, Dixon, Good, Martinez, Ortiz, Powell, Steffen, Thoren, and Mayor Kaptain. Nays: None. RESOLUTION 26-54 ADOPTED AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF A 2026 AGREEMENT WITH THE KANE COUNTY CHILD ADVOCACY CENTER BY AND THROUGH THE KANE COUNTY STATE’S ATTORNEY FOR FUNDING ASSISTANCE RELATING TO THE INVESTIGATION OF SENSITIVE CRIMES INVOLVING CHILDREN Councilmember Steffen made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Good, to adopt the following resolution. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Alfaro, Dixon, Good, Martinez, Powell, Steffen, Thoren, and Mayor Kaptain. Nays: None. Councilmember Ortiz abstained. Resolution No. 26-54 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF A 2026 AGREEMENT WITH THE KANE COUNTY CHILD ADVOCACY CENTER BY AND THROUGH THE KANE COUNTY STATE’S ATTORNEY FOR FUNDING ASSISTANCE RELATING TO THE INVESTIGATION OF SENSITIVE CRIMES INVOLVING CHILDREN BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ELGIN, ILLINOIS, that Richard G. Kozal, City Manager, and Kimberly A. Dewis, City Clerk, be and are hereby authorized and directed to execute a 2026 Agreement on behalf of the City of Elgin with the Kane 116 VOLUME XCI MARCH 25, 2026 County Child Advocacy Center by and through the Kane County State’s Attorney, for funding assistance relating to the investigation of sensitive crimes involving children, a copy of which is attached hereto and made a part hereof by reference. s/ David J. Kaptain David J. Kaptain, Mayor Presented: March 25, 2026 Adopted: March 25, 2026 Vote: Yeas: 8 Nays: 0 Abstain: 1 Attest: s/ Kimberly Dewis Kimberly Dewis, City Clerk RESOLUTION 26-55 ADOPTED AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF AN ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH ELGIN AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE Councilmember Steffen made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Good, to adopt the following resolution. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Dixon, Good, Martinez, Ortiz, Powell, Steffen, Thoren, and Mayor Kaptain. Nays: None. Councilmember Alfaro abstained. Resolution No. 26-55 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF AN ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH ELGIN AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ELGIN, ILLINOIS, that Richard G. Kozal, City Manager, and Kimberly A. Dewis, City Clerk, be and are hereby authorized and directed to execute an Economic Development Services Agreement on behalf of the City of Elgin with Elgin Area Chamber of Commerce, for economic development services, in such form as approved by the Corporation Counsel. s/ David J. Kaptain David J. Kaptain, Mayor 117 MARCH 25, 2026 VOLUME XCI Presented: March 25, 2026 Adopted: March 25, 2026 Vote: Yeas: 8 Nays: 0 Abstain: 1 Attest: s/ Kimberly Dewis Kimberly Dewis, City Clerk RESOLUTION 26-56 ADOPTED AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF AMENDMENT AGREEMENT NO. 1 WITH THOMAS ENGINEERING GROUP, LLC FOR ADDITIONAL SUPPLEMENTAL PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERING SERVICES IN CONNECTION WITH THE 2025 PARKING LOT AND ALLEY MAINTENANCE PROGRAM Councilmember Good made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Steffen, to adopt the following resolution. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Dixon, Good, Martinez, Ortiz, Powell, Steffen, Thoren, and Mayor Kaptain. Nays: None. Councilmember Alfaro abstained. Resolution No. 26-56 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF AMENDMENT AGREEMENT NO. 1 WITH THOMAS ENGINEERING GROUP, LLC FOR ADDITIONAL SUPPLEMENTAL PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERING SERVICES IN CONNECTION WITH THE 2025 PARKING LOT AND ALLEY MAINTENANCE PROGRAM BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ELGIN, ILLINOIS, that pursuant to Elgin Municipal Code Section 5.02.020B(9) the City Council hereby finds that an exception to the requirements of the procurement ordinance is necessary and in the best interest of the city; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ELGIN, ILLINOIS, that Richard G. Kozal, City Manager, and Kimberly A. Dewis, City Clerk, be and are hereby authorized and directed to execute an Amendment Agreement No. 1 on behalf of the City of Elgin with Thomas Engineering Group, LLC, for additional supplemental professional engineering services in connection with the 2025 parking lot and alley maintenance program, a copy of which is attached hereto and made a part hereof by reference. s/ David J. Kaptain David J. Kaptain, Mayor 118 VOLUME XCI MARCH 25, 2026 Presented: March 25, 2026 Adopted: March 25, 2026 Vote: Yeas: 8 Nays: 0 Abstain: 1 Attest: s/ Kimberly Dewis Kimberly Dewis, City Clerk CONSENT AGENDA By unanimous consent, Councilmember Ortiz made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Good, to pass Ordinance Nos. S1-26, G12-26, and G13-26 as well as adopt Resolution Nos. 26- 43 through 26-53 by omnibus vote. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Alfaro, Dixon, Good, Martinez, Ortiz, Powell, Steffen, Thoren, and Mayor Kaptain. Nays: None. RESOLUTION 26-43 ADOPTED APPROVING CULTURAL ARTS COMMISSION GRANT RECIPIENTS Councilmember Ortiz made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Good, to adopt the following resolution. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Alfaro, Dixon, Good, Martinez, Ortiz, Powell, Steffen, Thoren, and Mayor Kaptain. Nays: None. Resolution No. 26-43 RESOLUTION APPROVING CULTURAL ARTS COMMISSION GRANT RECIPIENTS WHEREAS, the Cultural Arts Commission Grant Program has been established to provide financial assistance for arts programming; and WHEREAS, fourteen grant applications were submitted for consideration in 2026 under the Cultural Arts Commission Grant Program; and WHEREAS, said applications have been reviewed and recipients selected by the City Council. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ELGIN, ILLINOIS, that grant assistance and funds be provided under the Cultural Arts Commission Grant Program to the following eleven organizations in the amount of $62,088: Organization Event Amount Chamber Music on the Fox Masterclass series $3,240 Children’s Theatre of Elgin Production of “Newsies” $5,311 119 MARCH 25, 2026 VOLUME XCI Elgin Master Chorale Educational Connections Concert $4,877 Elgin Symphony Orchestra “Celebrating Elgin’s Cultural Heritage” and $9,750 Association Adopt-A-School program Elgin Youth Symphony 50th Season Final Concert “Infinite $5,901 Orchestras Possibilities” Hamilton Wings SCORE!: Students Creating Opera to $9,571 Reinforce Education The Janus Theatre Greed is Good: A Season of Corruption $6,711 Oddball Art Labs “8 Bit Life” visual art show $4,049 Schaumburg on Stage New original works $3,095 Side Street Studio Arts, NFP Free Arts Education for Young People $9,583 TOTAL $62,088 BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the projects shall be in conformance with all applicable codes and ordinances. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that prior to receiving any grant funds organizations shall be required to enter into an agreement with the City of Elgin in a form as approved by the Corporation Counsel. s/ David J. Kaptain David J. Kaptain, Mayor Presented: March 25, 2026 Adopted: March 25, 2026 Omnibus Vote: Yeas: 9 Nays: 0 Attest: s/ Kimberly Dewis Kimberly Dewis, City Clerk RESOLUTION 26-44 ADOPTED APPROVING OUTDOOR EVENT INCENTIVE PROGRAM GRANT RECIPIENTS Councilmember Ortiz made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Good, to adopt the following resolution. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Alfaro, Dixon, Good, Martinez, Ortiz, Powell, Steffen, Thoren, and Mayor Kaptain. Nays: None. 120 VOLUME XCI MARCH 25, 2026 Resolution No. 26-44 RESOLUTION APPROVING OUTDOOR EVENT INCENTIVE PROGRAM GRANT RECIPIENTS WHEREAS, the Outdoor Event Incentive Grant Program has been established to provide financial assistance for outdoor event programming within the community; and WHEREAS, fifteen grant applications were submitted for consideration in 2026 under the Outdoor Event Incentive Grant Program; and WHEREAS, said applications have been reviewed and recipients selected by the City Council. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ELGIN, ILLINOIS, that grant assistance and funds be provided under the Outdoor Event Incentive Grant Program to the following thirteen organizations in the amount of $211,112: Organization Event Program Amount Stateline Entertainment Elgin Micheleros Festival Encore $28,512 Elgin Pride Elgin Pride Parade & Festival Encore $30,000 Mike Page Foundation Love on the Lawn Music Festival Encore $25,632 African American Juneteenth Rhythm & Blues Cultural Encore $12,032 Coalition of Kane County Festival Side Street Studio Arts Area 22 Market $15,000 Makers Boricuas Unidos Boricua Fest Launch $12,960 Northeast Neighborhood Elgin Classic Bike Race Active $5,628 Association of Elgin Elgin Elgin Fox Trot Foundation Elgin Valley Fox Trot Active $20,000 Elgin Gail Borden Public Library El Trote de las Calacas Active $20,000 & U-46 Foundation Elgin Marklund Children’s Run, Walk & Roll Active $4,080 Home Elgin Iglesia Puerta de Sion Still Standing/Sigo en Pie 5K Active $16,160 Elgin The Makers Markets IL The Makers Market Market $8,748 Makers Vivala Entertainment iVivala! Launch $12,360 All Applicant Total $211,112 Encore Over 25k Total $84,144 121 MARCH 25, 2026 VOLUME XCI BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the projects shall be in conformance with all applicable codes and ordinances. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that prior to receiving any grant funds organizations shall be required to enter into an agreement with the City of Elgin in a form as approved by the Corporation Counsel. s/ David J. Kaptain David J. Kaptain, Mayor Presented: March 25, 2026 Adopted: March 25, 2026 Omnibus Vote: Yeas: 9 Nays: 0 Attest: s/ Kimberly Dewis Kimberly Dewis, City Clerk RESOLUTION 26-45 ADOPTED AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF A PURCHASE AGREEMENT WITH URBAN SDK HOLDINGS, INC. FOR THE PURCHASE OF TRAFFIC MONITORING SOFTWARE Councilmember Ortiz made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Good, to adopt the following resolution. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Alfaro, Dixon, Good, Martinez, Ortiz, Powell, Steffen, Thoren, and Mayor Kaptain. Nays: None. Resolution No. 26-45 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF A PURCHASE AGREEMENT WITH URBAN SDK HOLDINGS, INC. FOR THE PURCHASE OF TRAFFIC MONITORING SOFTWARE BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ELGIN, ILLINOIS, that pursuant to Elgin Municipal Code Section 5.02.020B9 the City Council hereby finds that an exception to the requirements of the procurement ordinance is necessary and in the best interests of the city; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ELGIN, ILLINOIS, that Richard G. Kozal, City Manager, and Kimberly A. Dewis, City Clerk, be and are hereby authorized and directed to execute a Purchase Agreement on behalf of the City of Elgin 122 VOLUME XCI MARCH 25, 2026 with Urban SDK Holdings, Inc., for the purchase of traffic monitoring software, a copy of which is attached hereto and made a part hereof by reference. s/ David J. Kaptain David J. Kaptain, Mayor Presented: March 25, 2026 Adopted: March 25, 2026 Omnibus Vote: Yeas: 9 Nays: 0 Attest: s/ Kimberly Dewis Kimberly Dewis, City Clerk RESOLUTION 26-46 ADOPTED AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF A PURCHASE AGREEMENT WITH STRYKER SALES, LLC FOR THE PURCHASE OF ONE AMBULANCE STRETCHER Councilmember Ortiz made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Good, to adopt the following resolution. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Alfaro, Dixon, Good, Martinez, Ortiz, Powell, Steffen, Thoren, and Mayor Kaptain. Nays: None. Resolution No. 26-46 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF A PURCHASE AGREEMENT WITH STRYKER SALES, LLC FOR THE PURCHASE OF ONE AMBULANCE STRETCHER BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ELGIN, ILLINOIS, that pursuant to Elgin Municipal Code Section 5.02.020B(9) the City Council hereby finds that an exception to the requirements of the procurement ordinance is necessary and in the best interest of the city; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ELGIN, ILLINOIS, that Richard G. Kozal, City Manager, and Kimberly A. Dewis, City Clerk, be and are hereby authorized and directed to execute a Purchase Agreement on behalf of the City of Elgin with Stryker Sales, LLC, for the purchase of one ambulance stretcher, a copy of which is attached hereto and made a part hereof by reference. s/ David J. Kaptain David J. Kaptain, Mayor 123 MARCH 25, 2026 VOLUME XCI Presented: March 25, 2026 Adopted: March 25, 2026 Omnibus Vote: Yeas: 9 Nays: 0 Attest: s/ Kimberly Dewis Kimberly Dewis, City Clerk RESOLUTION 26-47 ADOPTED AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF A PLAT OF EASEMENT FROM MARKLUND CHARITIES FOR SIDEWALK, WATERMAIN, AND STORMWATER MANAGEMENT PURPOSES AND ACCEPTANCE FOR OWNERSHIP AND MAINTENANCE CERTAIN PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS WITHIN THE SITE LOCATED AT 1425-1435 SUMMIT STREET Councilmember Ortiz made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Good, to adopt the following resolution. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Alfaro, Dixon, Good, Martinez, Ortiz, Powell, Steffen, Thoren, and Mayor Kaptain. Nays: None. Resolution No. 26-47 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF A PLAT OF EASEMENT FROM MARKLUND CHARITIES FOR SIDEWALK, WATERMAIN, AND STORMWATER MANAGEMENT PURPOSES AND ACCEPTANCE FOR OWNERSHIP AND MAINTENANCE CERTAIN PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS WITHIN THE SITE LOCATED AT 1425-1435 SUMMIT STREET BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ELGIN, ILLINOIS, that David J. Kaptain, Mayor, and Kimberly A. Dewis, City Clerk, be and are hereby authorized and directed to execute a Plat of Easement for 1425-1435 Summit Street for sidewalk, watermain, and stormwater management purposes from Marklund Charities regarding the property legally described on said plat prepared by Manhard Consulting dated July 21, 2022, last revised on December 16, 2024, a copy of which is attached hereto. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ELGIN, ILLINOIS, that the City Clerk is hereby authorized and directed to cause said Plat of Easement to be recorded in the office of the Recorder of Deeds of Cook County, Illinois. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ELGIN, ILLINOIS, that the City of Elgin hereby accepts for ownership and maintenance certain public improvements within 1425-1435 Summit Street which will include watermain, valves, hydrants and sidewalks. Acceptance of the public improvements will add the following city-maintained facilities: Approximately 391 lineal feet of eight-inch watermain; two valves in four-foot vaults; 124 VOLUME XCI MARCH 25, 2026 two fire hydrants; 585 lineal feet of sidewalk, and all their respective appurtenances to the city- maintained facilities. s/ David J. Kaptain David J. Kaptain, Mayor Presented: March 25, 2026 Adopted: March 25, 2026 Omnibus Vote: Yeas: 9 Nays: 0 Attest: s/ Kimberly Dewis Kimberly Dewis, City Clerk RESOLUTION 26-48 ADOPTED AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF AMENDMENT AGREEMENT NO. 1 WITH UPLAND DESIGN LTD. FOR SUPPLEMENTAL PROFESSIONAL SERVICES IN CONNECTION WITH THE RENOVATION OF WING PARK Councilmember Ortiz made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Good, to adopt the following resolution. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Alfaro, Dixon, Good, Martinez, Ortiz, Powell, Steffen, Thoren, and Mayor Kaptain. Nays: None. Resolution No. 26-48 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF AMENDMENT AGREEMENT NO. 1 WITH UPLAND DESIGN LTD. FOR SUPPLEMENTAL PROFESSIONAL SERVICES IN CONNECTION WITH THE RENOVATION OF WING PARK BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ELGIN, ILLINOIS, that pursuant to Elgin Municipal Code Section 5.02.020B(9) the City Council hereby finds that an exception to the requirements of the procurement ordinance is necessary and in the best interest of the city; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ELGIN, ILLINOIS, that Richard G. Kozal, City Manager, and Kimberly A. Dewis, City Clerk, be and are hereby authorized and directed to execute an Amendment Agreement No. 1 on behalf of the City of Elgin with Upland Design, Ltd., for supplemental professional services in connection with the renovation of Wing Park, a copy of which is attached hereto and made a part hereof by reference. s/ David J. Kaptain David J. Kaptain, Mayor 125 MARCH 25, 2026 VOLUME XCI Presented: March 25, 2026 Adopted: March 25, 2026 Omnibus Vote: Yeas: 9 Nays: 0 Attest: s/ Kimberly Dewis Kimberly Dewis, City Clerk RESOLUTION 26-49 ADOPTED AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF AN AGREEMENT WITH UPLAND DESIGN, LTD. FOR PROFESSIONAL SERVICES IN CONNECTION WITH LANDSCAPE IMPROVEMENTS AT SOCCER FIELDS NO. 7 AND 8 AT THE ELGIN SPORTS COMPLEX Councilmember Ortiz made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Good, to adopt the following resolution. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Alfaro, Dixon, Good, Martinez, Ortiz, Powell, Steffen, Thoren, and Mayor Kaptain. Nays: None. Resolution No. 26-49 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF AN AGREEMENT WITH UPLAND DESIGN, LTD. FOR PROFESSIONAL SERVICES IN CONNECTION WITH LANDSCAPE IMPROVEMENTS AT SOCCER FIELDS NO. 7 AND 8 AT THE ELGIN SPORTS COMPLEX BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ELGIN, ILLINOIS, that pursuant to Elgin Municipal Code Section 5.02.020B(9) the City Council hereby finds that an exception to the requirements of the procurement ordinance is necessary and in the best interest of the city; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ELGIN, ILLINOIS, that Richard G. Kozal, City Manager, and Kimberly A. Dewis, City Clerk, be and are hereby authorized and directed to execute an Agreement on behalf of the City of Elgin with Upland Design, Ltd., for professional services in connection with landscape improvements at soccer fields No. 7 and 8 at the Elgin Sports Complex, a copy of which is attached hereto and made a part hereof by reference. s/ David J. Kaptain David J. Kaptain, Mayor Presented: March 25, 2026 Adopted: March 25, 2026 Omnibus Vote: Yeas: 9 Nays: 0 126 VOLUME XCI MARCH 25, 2026 Attest: s/ Kimberly Dewis Kimberly Dewis, City Clerk RESOLUTION 26-50 ADOPTED AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF A CHANGE ORDER NO. 1 WITH LAMP, INC. FOR WING PARK GOLF COURSE CLUBHOUSE (BID NO. 25-034) Councilmember Ortiz made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Good, to adopt the following resolution. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Alfaro, Dixon, Good, Martinez, Ortiz, Powell, Steffen, Thoren, and Mayor Kaptain. Nays: None. Resolution No. 26-50 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF A CHANGE ORDER NO. 1 WITH LAMP, INC. FOR WING PARK GOLF COURSE CLUBHOUSE (Bid No. 25-034) WHEREAS, the City of Elgin has heretofore entered into a contract LAMP, Inc. for Wing Park golf course clubhouse (Bid No. 25-034); and WHEREAS, it is necessary and desirable to modify the terms of the contract as is described in Change Order No. 1 attached hereto. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ELGIN, ILLINOIS, that Richard G. Kozal, City Manager, be and is hereby authorized and directed to execute Change Order No. 1, a copy of which is attached hereto and made a part hereof by reference. s/ David J. Kaptain David J. Kaptain, Mayor Presented: March 25, 2026 Adopted: March 25, 2026 Omnibus Vote: Yeas: 9 Nays: 0 Attest: s/ Kimberly Dewis Kimberly Dewis, City Clerk 127 MARCH 25, 2026 VOLUME XCI RESOLUTION 26-51 ADOPTED AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF AN AGREEMENT WITH RJN GROUP, INC. FOR PROFESSIONAL SERVICES IN CONNECTION WITH THE RIVERSIDE WATER TREATMENT PLANT LIME SLUDGE MAIN CONDITION ASSESSMENT Councilmember Ortiz made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Good, to adopt the following resolution. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Alfaro, Dixon, Good, Martinez, Ortiz, Powell, Steffen, Thoren, and Mayor Kaptain. Nays: None. Resolution No. 26-51 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF AN AGREEMENT WITH RJN GROUP, INC. FOR PROFESSIONAL SERVICES IN CONNECTION WITH THE RIVERSIDE WATER TREATMENT PLANT LIME SLUDGE MAIN CONDITION ASSESSMENT BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ELGIN, ILLINOIS, that pursuant to Elgin Municipal Code Section 5.02.020B(9) the City Council hereby finds that an exception to the requirements of the procurement ordinance is necessary and in the best interest of the city; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ELGIN, ILLINOIS, that Richard G. Kozal, City Manager, and Kimberly A. Dewis, City Clerk, be and are hereby authorized and directed to execute an Agreement on behalf of the City of Elgin with RJN Group, Inc., for professional services in connection with the Riverside Water Treatment Plant lime sludge main condition assessment, a copy of which is attached hereto and made a part hereof by reference. s/ David J. Kaptain David J. Kaptain, Mayor Presented: March 25, 2026 Adopted: March 25, 2026 Omnibus Vote: Yeas: 9 Nays: 0 Attest: s/ Kimberly Dewis Kimberly Dewis, City Clerk 128 VOLUME XCI MARCH 25, 2026 RESOLUTION 26-52 ADOPTED AUTHORIZING THE RENEWAL OPTION UNDER AN AGREEMENT WITH ALAVAREZ, INC. FOR CONTRACTUAL GROUNDS AND PROPERTY MAINTENANCE SERVICES FOR CODE ENFORCEMENT (BID NO. 24- 005) Councilmember Ortiz made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Good, to adopt the following resolution. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Alfaro, Dixon, Good, Martinez, Ortiz, Powell, Steffen, Thoren, and Mayor Kaptain. Nays: None. Resolution No. 26-52 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE RENEWAL OPTION UNDER AN AGREEMENT WITH ALVAREZ, INC. FOR CONTRACTUAL GROUNDS AND PROPERTY MAINTENANCE SERVICES FOR CODE ENFORCEMENT (Bid No. 24-005) WHEREAS, the City of Elgin previously entered into an agreement with Alvarez, Inc. for contractual grounds and property maintenance services for code enforcement, which agreement was approved by the City Council on March 20, 2024 (Bid No. 24-005); and WHEREAS, the agreement provides for the option to renew the agreement for additional terms upon mutual agreement of the parties; and WHEREAS, the City Council has determined that it is in the best interests of the City to exercise the renewal option provided for in the agreement. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ELGIN, ILLINOIS, that the City Manager is hereby authorized and directed to exercise the renewal option contained in the agreement between the City of Elgin and Alvarez, Inc. for the years 2026, 2027 and 2028, in accordance with the terms of the agreement. s/ David J. Kaptain David J. Kaptain, Mayor Presented: March 25, 2026 Adopted: March 25, 2026 Omnibus Vote: Yeas: 9 Nays: 0 Attest: s/ Kimberly Dewis Kimberly Dewis, City Clerk 129 MARCH 25, 2026 VOLUME XCI RESOLUTION 26-53 ADOPTED AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF AMENDMENT AGREEMENT NO. 1 WITH RUBINO ENGINEERING, INC. FOR ADDITIONAL CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS TESTING AND INSPECTION SERVICES IN CONNECTION WITH THE ELGIN SPORTS COMPLEX EXPANSION PROJECT Councilmember Ortiz made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Good, to adopt the following resolution. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Alfaro, Dixon, Good, Martinez, Ortiz, Powell, Steffen, Thoren, and Mayor Kaptain. Nays: None. Resolution No. 26-53 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF AMENDMENT AGREEMENT NO. 1 WITH RUBINO ENGINEERING, INC. FOR ADDITIONAL CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS TESTING AND INSPECTION SERVICES IN CONNECTION WITH THE ELGIN SPORTS COMPLEX EXPANSION PROJECT BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ELGIN, ILLINOIS, that pursuant to Elgin Municipal Code Section 5.02.020B(9) the City Council hereby finds that an exception to the requirements of the procurement ordinance is necessary and in the best interest of the city; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ELGIN, ILLINOIS, that Richard G. Kozal, City Manager, and Kimberly A. Dewis, City Clerk, be and are hereby authorized and directed to execute an Amendment Agreement No. 1 on behalf of the City of Elgin with Rubino Engineering, Inc., for additional construction materials testing and inspection services in connection with the Elgin Sports Complex Expansion Project, a copy of which is attached hereto and made a part hereof by reference. s/ David J. Kaptain David J. Kaptain, Mayor Presented: March 25, 2026 Adopted: March 25, 2026 Omnibus Vote: Yeas: 9 Nays: 0 Attest: s/ Kimberly Dewis Kimberly Dewis, City Clerk 130 VOLUME XCI MARCH 25, 2026 ORDINANCE S1-26 PASSED ADOPTING AND PUBLISHING AN OFFICIAL ZONING MAP Councilmember Ortiz made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Good, to pass the following ordinance. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Alfaro, Dixon, Good, Martinez, Ortiz, Powell, Steffen, Thoren, and Mayor Kaptain. Nays: None. Ordinance No. S1-26 AN ORDINANCE ADOPTING AND PUBLISHING AN OFFICIAL ZONING MAP WHEREAS, 65 ILCS 5/11-13-19 provides that the corporate authorities shall cause to be published each year a map clearly showing the existing zoning uses, divisions, restrictions, regulations and classifications of a municipality. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ELGIN, ILLINOIS: Section 1. That the map attached hereto as Exhibit 1 entitled "City of Elgin 2026 Official Zoning Map" dated March 25, 2026 be and is hereby adopted as the official zoning map for the City of Elgin, Illinois. Section 2. That the city's community development department is hereby directed to cause the publication of the City of Elgin's official zoning map. Section 3. That the following fees are hereby established to be charged to any person desiring a copy of such official zoning map or portions thereof to defray the cost of publication of the official zoning map: The city-wide map - $55.00 and each quadrant map - $25.00. Section 4. That all ordinances or parts of ordinances in conflict with the provisions of this ordinance be and are hereby repealed to the extent of any such conflict. Section 5. That this ordinance shall be in full force and effect upon its passage and publication in the manner provided by law. s/ David J. Kaptain David J. Kaptain, Mayor 131 MARCH 25, 2026 VOLUME XCI Presented: March 25, 2026 Passed: March 25, 2026 Omnibus Vote: Yeas: 9 Nays: 0 Recorded: March 25, 2026 Published: March 25, 2026 Attest: s/ Kimberly Dewis Kimberly Dewis, City Clerk ORDINANCE G12-26 PASSED AMENDING CHAPTER 6.06 OF THE ELGIN MUNICIPAL CODE ENTITLED “ALCOHOLIC LIQUOR DEALERS” TO AMEND THE NUMBER OF CERTAIN AVAILABLE LIQUOR LICENSE CLASSIFICATIONS Councilmember Ortiz made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Good, to pass the following ordinance. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Alfaro, Dixon, Good, Martinez, Ortiz, Powell, Steffen, Thoren, and Mayor Kaptain. Nays: None. Ordinance No. G12-26 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 6.06 OF THE ELGIN MUNICIPAL CODE ENTITLED "ALCOHOLIC LIQUOR DEALERS" TO AMEND THE NUMBER OF CERTAIN AVAILABLE LIQUOR LICENSE CLASSIFICATIONS NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ELGIN, ILLINOIS: Section 1. That Section 6.06.050 of the Elgin Municipal Code entitled "Licenses; Number to be Issued:" be and is hereby further amended by amending subparagraphs A, H, M and Q thereof to read as follows: “A. The number of Class A licenses shall not exceed twelve (12) in number. H. The number of Class B-5 licenses shall not exceed seventeen (17) in number. M. The number of Class E licenses shall not exceed eleven (11) in number. Q. The number of Class F licenses shall not exceed eight (8) in number.” Section 2. That all ordinances or parts of ordinance in conflict with the provisions of this ordinance are hereby repealed to the extent of any such conflict. 132 VOLUME XCI MARCH 25, 2026 Section 3. That this ordinance shall be in full force upon its passage and publication in the manner provided by law. s/ David J. Kaptain David J. Kaptain, Mayor Presented: March 25, 2026 Passed: March 25, 2026 Omnibus Vote: Yeas: 9 Nays: 0 Recorded: March 25, 2026 Published: March 25, 2026 Attest: s/ Kimberly Dewis Kimberly Dewis, City Clerk ORDINANCE G13-26 PASSED AMENDING CHAPTER 6.08 OF THE ELGIN MUNICIPAL CODE ENTITLED “VIDEO GAMING” TO AMEND THE NUMBER OF AVAILABLE VIDEO GAMING LICENSES Councilmember Ortiz made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Good, to pass the following ordinance. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Alfaro, Dixon, Good, Martinez, Ortiz, Powell, Steffen, Thoren, and Mayor Kaptain. Nays: None. Ordinance No. G13-26 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 6.08 OF THE ELGIN MUNICIPAL CODE ENTITLED "VIDEO GAMING" TO AMEND THE NUMBER OF AVAILABLE VIDEO GAMING LICENSES NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ELGIN, ILLINOIS: Section 1. That Section 6.08.090 of the Elgin Municipal Code entitled "Limitations on the Issuance of Video Gaming Terminal Licenses:" be and is hereby further amended to read as follows: "The number of video gaming terminal licenses shall be limited to one hundred eighty-one (181) video gaming terminals." Section 2. That all ordinances or parts of ordinance in conflict with the provisions of this ordinance are hereby repealed to the extent of any such conflict. 133 MARCH 25, 2026 VOLUME XCI Section 3. That this ordinance shall be in full force upon its passage and publication in the manner provided by law. s/ David J. Kaptain David J. Kaptain, Mayor Presented: March 25, 2026 Passed: March 25, 2026 Omnibus Vote: Yeas: 9 Nays: 0 Recorded: March 25, 2026 Published: March 25, 2026 Attest: s/ Kimberly Dewis Kimberly Dewis, City Clerk REPORTS/MINUTES RECEIVED AND ORDERED PLACED ON FILE Councilmember Good made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Martinez, to place the following reports and minutes on file. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Alfaro, Dixon, Good, Martinez, Ortiz, Powell, Steffen, Thoren, and Mayor Kaptain. Nays: None. Cultural Arts Commission February 9, 2026 Heritage Design Review Subcommittee February 10, 2026 Sustainability Commission December 9, 2025 and January 13, 2026 Committee of the Whole February 25, 2026 City Council February 25, 2026 Cannabis Sales Excise Tax Income Tax Local Sales Tax Riverboat Revenue Sales Tax State Use Tax Disbursement Report ANNOUNCEMENTS Mayor Kaptain made announcements regarding forthcoming meetings. 134 VOLUME XCI MARCH 25, 2026 ADJOURNMENT Councilmember Dixon made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Good, to adjourn the meeting. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Alfaro, Dixon, Good, Martinez, Ortiz, Powell, Steffen, Thoren, and Mayor Kaptain. Nays: None. The meeting adjourned at 8:18 p.m. s/ Kimberly Dewis April 8, 2026 Kimberly Dewis, City Clerk Date Approved 135