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City of Joliet 150 West Jefferson Street Joliet, IL 60432 Meeting Minutes - Final Tuesday, August 18, 2020 6:30 PM City Hall, Council Chambers City Council Meeting MAYOR BOB O'DEKIRK MAYOR PRO-TEM COUNCILMAN PAT MUDRON (7/1/2020 to 9/30/2020) COUNCILMAN DON "DUCK" DICKINSON COUNCILWOMAN BETTYE GAVIN COUNCILMAN LARRY E. HUG COUNCILMAN TERRY MORRIS COUNCILWOMAN JAN HALLUMS QUILLMAN COUNCILWOMAN SHERRI REARDON COUNCILMAN MICHAEL F. TURK Interim City Manager - James D. Hock, Corporation Counsel - Sabrina Spano, City Clerk Christa M. Desiderio City Council Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final August 18, 2020 Page 1 of 1 City Council Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final August 18, 2020 Pursuant to Phase 4 of the Restore Illinois Plan, the Illinois Department of Commerce & Economic Opportunity's Guidelines recommend best practices that limit an in-person meeting to 50 people or less (Council Chambers allows for 18 members of the public) while adhering to social distancing guidelines. During meetings, any member of the public physically present in the Council Chambers in excess of the limit will be asked to wait in another room with live feed to the meeting until the Citizens To Be Heard on Agenda Items section or Public Comments section of the meeting. Pursuant to the Illinois Department of Commerce & Economic Opportunity’s Guidelines, it is recommended that any individual appearing in-person wear a face-covering to cover their nose and mouth. Citizens who are unable to attend the meeting can email comments in advance of the meeting to publiccomment@joliet.gov. INVOCATION: Father Chris Groh, St. Mary Magdalene Catholic Church, 127 S. Briggs Street PLEDGE TO THE FLAG: ROLL CALL: Father Chris Groh asked for a moment of silence for the passing of former police officer and liquor commissioner Rick Goepper. Present: Mayor Robert O'Dekirk, Councilman Don "Duck" Dickinson, Councilwoman Bettye Gavin, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilman Terry Morris, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman, Councilwoman Sherri Reardon, and Councilman Michael F. Turk ALSO PRESENT: Interim City Manager James D. Hock and Corporation Counsel Sabrina Spano MAYOR: Proclamations for Neighborhood Hero Award Winners Attachments: Proclamations.pdf Jayne Bernhard, City Planner, gave a brief explanation of the Neighborhood Hero program and the nominated properties. Mayor O'Dekirk thanked Jayne for continuing this program. Councilwoman Quillman read a Proclamation honoring the Neighborhood Hero award recipients. Appointments Reappointments to the Library Board Page 1 of 15 City Council Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final August 18, 2020 Attachments: LIBRARY BOARD A motion was made by Councilwoman Bettye Gavin, seconded by Councilwoman Sherri Reardon, to reappoint Gail Gawlik and Diane Harris to the Library Board. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: Councilman Don "Duck" Dickinson, Councilwoman Bettye Gavin, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilman Terry Morris, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman, Councilwoman Sherri Reardon, and Councilman Michael F. Turk Abstain: Mayor Robert O'Dekirk APPROVAL OF AGENDA: A motion was made by Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman, seconded by Councilwoman Bettye Gavin, to approve the agenda as written with the following change: 1) Move Council Memo #426-20: Authorization to have a competitive sale for a $10.5 million dollar bond from Consent Agenda and to vote on the library portion and the vehicle portion separately . The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: Councilman Don "Duck" Dickinson, Councilwoman Bettye Gavin, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilman Terry Morris, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman, Councilwoman Sherri Reardon, and Councilman Michael F. Turk Abstain: Mayor Robert O'Dekirk CITIZENS TO BE HEARD ON AGENDA ITEMS: NOTE: There is a new temporary procedure for public speaking. Details can be found on the Joliet.gov “Public Comments” web page. There were no citizens to be heard on agenda items. COUNCIL COMMITTEE REPORTS: Diversity & Community Relations Councilwoman Gavin gave an overview and explanation of the items discussed at the Thursday, August 13, 2020 Diversity and Community Relations Committee Meeting. A brief discussion was held regarding the snow removal program. There was a call for volunteers to participate in the program. Finance Councilman Turk gave an overview and explanation of the items discussed at the Tuesday, August 18, 2020 Finance Committee Meeting. Page 2 of 15 City Council Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final August 18, 2020 Director of Public Utilities Allison Swisher briefly discussed the alternative water source program financial update. Councilman Mudron discussed the proposed renewal of the property and casualty coverage . A brief discussion was held regarding the considered insurance carriers, loss revenue from the riverboats, and the claim denial of loss income from the riverboats due to a viral exemption on the policy. Additional discussion was held regarding COVID money distribution currently held by Will County. Land Use & Legislative/Public Safety Councilwoman Quillman gave an overview and explanation of the items discussed at the Thursday, August 13, 2020 combined meeting of the Land Use & Legislative and Public Safety Committees. She highlighted a discussion held with Congressman Foster concerning body cameras for the police department. Public Service Councilman Hug gave an overview and explanation of the items discussed at the Monday, August 17, 2020 Public Service Committee Meeting. CONSENT AGENDA: Approval of the Minutes: Special Meeting - June 23, 2020 Special Meeting - July 14, 2020 Special Meeting - July 28, 2020 Special Meeting - July 31, 2020 Pre-Council Meeting - August 3, 2020 Attachments: Combined Special Meeting Minutes 6-23-20 Special Meeting Minutes 7-14-20 Special Meeting Minutes 7-28-20 Special Meeting Minutes 7-31-20 Pre-Council Meeting Minutes 8-3-20 Approved Invoices Paid Report Attachments: 2020-07 Invoices Paid Approved Regular Payroll for June 19 - July 2, 2020 - $3,356,672.73 424-20 Page 3 of 15 City Council Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final August 18, 2020 Attachments: Council Memo 07.10.20 Approver Report Approved Regular Payroll for July 3 - July 16, 2020 - $3,457,603.54 425-20 Attachments: Council Memo 07.24.20 Approver Report Approved Council Memos Approved A motion was made by Councilman Turk, seconded by Councilwoman Gavin, to concur in the recommendations of the City Manager. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: Councilman Don "Duck" Dickinson, Councilwoman Bettye Gavin, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilman Terry Morris, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman, Councilwoman Sherri Reardon, and Councilman Michael F. Turk Abstain: Mayor Robert O'Dekirk Authorization to have a competitive sale for a $10.5 million 426-20 dollar bond. Attachments: Competitive vs Negotiated Sale Competitive Sale Approver Report A motion was made by Councilwoman Sherri Reardon, seconded by Councilwoman Bettye Gavin, to approve the VEHICLE PORTION of COUNCIL MEMO #426-20: Authorization to have a competitive sale for a $10.5 million dollar bond. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: Councilman Don "Duck" Dickinson, Councilwoman Bettye Gavin, Councilman Terry Morris, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman, Councilwoman Sherri Reardon, and Councilman Michael F. Turk Nay: Councilman Larry E. Hug Absent: Mayor Robert O'Dekirk A motion was made by Councilman Michael F. Turk, seconded by Councilwoman Sherri Reardon, to approve the LIBRARY PORTION of COUNCIL MEMO #426-20: Authorization to have a competitive sale for a $10.5 Page 4 of 15 City Council Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final August 18, 2020 million dollar bond. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: Councilman Don "Duck" Dickinson, Councilwoman Bettye Gavin, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Sherri Reardon, and Councilman Michael F. Turk Nay: Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilman Terry Morris, and Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman Abstain: Mayor Robert O'Dekirk LICENSES AND PERMIT APPLICATIONS: Memorandum regarding application for a liquor license by 428-20 Wynn Vegas, Inc. for the issuance of a Class B license for the premise located at 4704 Caton Farm Road Attachments: wynn memo updated wynnres updated word Approver Report A motion was made by Councilman Larry E. Hug, seconded by Councilman Michael F. Turk, to adopt COUNCIL MEMO #428-20: Memorandum regarding application for a liquor license by Wynn Vegas, Inc. for the issuance of a Class B license for the premise located at 4704 Caton Farm Road - a Resolution denying the issuance of a Class B liquor license. (RESOLUTION NO. 7563) The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: Councilman Don "Duck" Dickinson, Councilwoman Bettye Gavin, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilman Terry Morris, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman, Councilwoman Sherri Reardon, and Councilman Michael F. Turk Abstain: Mayor Robert O'Dekirk PUBLIC HEARINGS: NOTE: There is a new temporary procedure for public speaking. Details can be found on the Joliet.gov “Public Comments” web page. Proposed Rock Run Crossing Redevelopment Project Area 430-20 Tax Increment Financing District Eligibility Study and Redevelopment Plan and Project Attachments: EXHIBIT A - Rock Run Crossing Redevelopment Approver Report The City Clerk advised that this Public Hearing was opened at a previous meeting and continued to this meeting and staff is recommended the hearing be Page 5 of 15 City Council Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final August 18, 2020 continued to the September 15, 2020 meeting; therefore, any public comments would be in order at this time. No public comments were made at this time. A motion was made by Councilwoman Sherri Reardon, seconded by Councilwoman Bettye Gavin, to approve the continuation of the public hearing to the September 15, 2020 Council Meeting. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: Councilman Don "Duck" Dickinson, Councilwoman Bettye Gavin, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilman Terry Morris, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman, Councilwoman Sherri Reardon, and Councilman Michael F. Turk Abstain: Mayor Robert O'Dekirk ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS: ORDINANCES: Ordinance and Resolution Associated with CenterPoint 432-20 Intermodal Roadways Ordinance Approving Vacation of Abandoned Schweitzer and Brandon Roads (V-2-20) Resolution Approving Dedication of a Public Right-of-Way for a Portion of Schweitzer Road Attachments: Ordinance Schweitzer Road Truck Turnaround - Resolution for ROW Dedication V-2-20 Complete Staff Report V-2-20 Minutes Brandon & Schweitzer-Block 1_07162020 - Plat of Vacation Schweitzer-Berhard_06082020 - Plat of Dedication Dedication ROW Form-Schweitzer Road Approver Report A motion was made by Councilwoman Sherri Reardon, seconded by Councilwoman Bettye Gavin, to adopt COUNCIL MEMO #432-20: Ordinance and Resolution Associated with CenterPoint Intermodal Roadways Ordinance Approving Vacation of Abandoned Schweitzer and Brandon Roads (V-2-20) Resolution Approving Dedication of a Public Right-of-Way for a Portion of Schweitzer Road. (ORDINANCE NO. 18105) (RESOLUTION NO. 7564) The motion carried by the following vote: Page 6 of 15 City Council Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final August 18, 2020 Aye: Councilman Don "Duck" Dickinson, Councilwoman Bettye Gavin, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilman Terry Morris, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman, Councilwoman Sherri Reardon, and Councilman Michael F. Turk Abstain: Mayor Robert O'Dekirk Ordinance Repealing and Replacing Sections 31-4, 31-27, 433-20 31-82, 31-92, and 31-126 of the Code of Ordinances Attachments: Ordinance Exhibit A.pdf Approver Report A motion was made by Councilman Larry E. Hug, seconded by Councilwoman Bettye Gavin, to adopt COUNCIL MEMO #433-20: Ordinance Repealing and Replacing Sections 31-4, 31-27, 31-82, 31-92, and 31-126 of the Code of Ordinances. (ORDINANCE NO. 18106) The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: Councilman Don "Duck" Dickinson, Councilwoman Bettye Gavin, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilman Terry Morris, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman, Councilwoman Sherri Reardon, and Councilman Michael F. Turk Abstain: Mayor Robert O'Dekirk Ordinance Accepting Easements associated with the 434-20 Garnsey Avenue over Spring Creek Bridge Improvement Project - MFT Sect. No. 11-00443-00-BR Attachments: Ordinance Approver Report A motion was made by Councilman Don "Duck" Dickinson, seconded by Councilwoman Sherri Reardon, to adopt COUNCIL MEMO #434-20: Ordinance Accepting Easements associated with the Garnsey Avenue over Spring Creek Bridge Improvement Project - MFT Sect. No. 11-00443-00-BR. (ORDINANCE NO. 18107) The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: Councilman Don "Duck" Dickinson, Councilwoman Bettye Gavin, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilman Terry Morris, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman, Councilwoman Sherri Reardon, and Councilman Michael F. Turk Abstain: Mayor Robert O'Dekirk Page 7 of 15 City Council Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final August 18, 2020 RESOLUTIONS: Resolution Authorizing a Construction Agreement with CSX 436-20 Transportation, Inc. for the Houbolt Road (Hollywood Road) Railroad Crossing Widening Attachments: Resolution Approver Report A motion was made by Councilman Michael F. Turk, seconded by Councilman Larry E. Hug, to adopt COUNCIL MEMO #436-20: Resolution Authorizing a Construction Agreement with CSX Transportation, Inc. for the Houbolt Road (Hollywood Road) Railroad Crossing Widening. (RESOLUTION NO. 7565) The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: Councilman Don "Duck" Dickinson, Councilwoman Bettye Gavin, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilman Terry Morris, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman, Councilwoman Sherri Reardon, and Councilman Michael F. Turk Abstain: Mayor Robert O'Dekirk Resolution Approving the Dedication of a Public 437-20 Right-of-Way for a Portion of Schweitzer Road and Vetter Road Attachments: Resolution Dedication ROW Form-Vetter_Schweitzer Road - executed Vetter-Schweitzer (North)_07152020 - Plat of Dedication Approver Report A motion was made by Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman, seconded by Councilman Don "Duck" Dickinson, to adopt COUNCIL MEMO #437-20: Resolution Approving the Dedication of a Public Right-of-Way for a Portion of Schweitzer Road and Vetter Road. (RESOLUTION NO. 7566) The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: Councilman Don "Duck" Dickinson, Councilwoman Bettye Gavin, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilman Terry Morris, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman, Councilwoman Sherri Reardon, and Councilman Michael F. Turk Abstain: Mayor Robert O'Dekirk Resolution Appropriating Motor Fuel Tax Funds for Logan 438-20 Avenue Roadway Project in the amount of $265,374.07 - MFT Sect. No. 20-00527-00-FP Page 8 of 15 City Council Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final August 18, 2020 Attachments: Resolution Approver Report A motion was made by Councilwoman Bettye Gavin, seconded by Councilman Michael F. Turk, to adopt COUNCIL MEMO #438-20: Resolution Appropriating Motor Fuel Tax Funds for Logan Avenue Roadway Project in the amount of $265,374.07 - MFT Sect. No. 20-00527-00-FP. (RESOLUTION NO. 7567) The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: Councilman Don "Duck" Dickinson, Councilwoman Bettye Gavin, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilman Terry Morris, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman, Councilwoman Sherri Reardon, and Councilman Michael F. Turk Abstain: Mayor Robert O'Dekirk Resolution Appropriating Motor Fuel Tax Funds for the 439-20 easements associated with the Garnsey Avenue over Spring Creek Improvement Project in the amount of $8,700.00 - MFT Sect. No. 11-00443-00-BR Attachments: Resolution Approver Report A motion was made by Councilwoman Sherri Reardon, seconded by Councilman Michael F. Turk, to adopt COUNCIL MEMO #439-20: Resolution Appropriating Motor Fuel Tax Funds for the easements associated with the Garnsey Avenue over Spring Creek Improvement Project in the amount of $8,700.00 - MFT Sect. No. 11-00443-00-BR. (RESOLUTION NO. 7568) The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: Councilman Don "Duck" Dickinson, Councilwoman Bettye Gavin, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilman Terry Morris, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman, Councilwoman Sherri Reardon, and Councilman Michael F. Turk Abstain: Mayor Robert O'Dekirk BIDS AND CONTRACTS: AWARD OF CONTRACTS: Approve Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Professional 441-20 Services - GIS/Munis Integration Support Attachments: Joliet GIS Proposal for 2020 Approver Report Page 9 of 15 City Council Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final August 18, 2020 A motion was made by Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman, seconded by Councilman Don "Duck" Dickinson, to approve COUNCIL MEMOS #441-20 THROUGH #447-20 (COUNCIL MEMO #441-20: Approve Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Professional Services - GIS/Munis Integration Support.) The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: Councilman Don "Duck" Dickinson, Councilwoman Bettye Gavin, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilman Terry Morris, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman, Councilwoman Sherri Reardon, and Councilman Michael F. Turk Abstain: Mayor Robert O'Dekirk Award a Contract to Comcast Business for PD West 442-20 Substation Fiber Connection Attachments: Approver Report A motion was made by Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman, seconded by Councilman Don "Duck" Dickinson, to approve COUNCIL MEMOS #441-20 THROUGH #447-20 (COUNCIL MEMO #442-20: Award a Contract to Comcast Business for PD West Substation Fiber Connection.) The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: Councilman Don "Duck" Dickinson, Councilwoman Bettye Gavin, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilman Terry Morris, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman, Councilwoman Sherri Reardon, and Councilman Michael F. Turk Abstain: Mayor Robert O'Dekirk Award a Contract for the Logan Avenue Roadway Project to 443-20 Austin Tyler Construction, Inc. in the amount of $406,329.34 - MFT Sect. No. 20-00527-00-FP Attachments: Approver Report A motion was made by Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman, seconded by Councilman Don "Duck" Dickinson, to approve COUNCIL MEMOS #441-20 THROUGH #447-20 (COUNCIL MEMO #443-20: Award a Contract for the Logan Avenue Roadway Project to Austin Tyler Construction, Inc. in the amount of $406,329.34 - MFT Sect. No. 20-00527-00-FP.) The motion carried by the following vote: Page 10 of 15 City Council Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final August 18, 2020 Aye: Councilman Don "Duck" Dickinson, Councilwoman Bettye Gavin, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilman Terry Morris, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman, Councilwoman Sherri Reardon, and Councilman Michael F. Turk Abstain: Mayor Robert O'Dekirk Approve a Land Acquisition Services Agreement for the 444-20 Essington Road and Jefferson Street Interceptor Project to Santacruz Land Acquisitions in the amount of $26,000.00 Attachments: Approver Report A motion was made by Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman, seconded by Councilman Don "Duck" Dickinson, to approve COUNCIL MEMOS #441-20 THROUGH #447-20 (COUNCIL MEMO #444-20: Approve a Land Acquisition Services Agreement for the Essington Road and Jefferson Street Interceptor Project to Santacruz Land Acquisitions in the amount of $26,000.00.) The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: Councilman Don "Duck" Dickinson, Councilwoman Bettye Gavin, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilman Terry Morris, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman, Councilwoman Sherri Reardon, and Councilman Michael F. Turk Abstain: Mayor Robert O'Dekirk Award a Contract for the Rosalind and Fairview Water 445-20 Interconnect Project to Construction by Camco in the amount of $127,959.92 Attachments: Approver Report A motion was made by Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman, seconded by Councilman Don "Duck" Dickinson, to approve COUNCIL MEMOS #441-20 THROUGH #447-20 (COUNCIL MEMO #445-20: Award a Contract for the Rosalind and Fairview Water Interconnect Project to Construction by Camco in the amount of $127,959.92.) The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: Councilman Don "Duck" Dickinson, Councilwoman Bettye Gavin, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilman Terry Morris, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman, Councilwoman Sherri Reardon, and Councilman Michael F. Turk Abstain: Mayor Robert O'Dekirk Page 11 of 15 City Council Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final August 18, 2020 Purchase Water Metering Equipment to Core & Main in the 446-20 amount of $211,940.00 Attachments: Approver Report A motion was made by Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman, seconded by Councilman Don "Duck" Dickinson, to approve COUNCIL MEMOS #441-20 THROUGH #447-20 (COUNCIL MEMO #446-20: Purchase Water Metering Equipment to Core & Main in the amount of $211,940.00.) The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: Councilman Don "Duck" Dickinson, Councilwoman Bettye Gavin, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilman Terry Morris, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman, Councilwoman Sherri Reardon, and Councilman Michael F. Turk Abstain: Mayor Robert O'Dekirk Award a Contract for the 2020 Small Meter Replacement 447-20 Project to Calumet City Plumbing & Heating Co., Inc. in the amount of $138,980.00 Attachments: Approver Report A motion was made by Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman, seconded by Councilman Don "Duck" Dickinson, to approve COUNCIL MEMOS #441-20 THROUGH #447-20 (COUNCIL MEMO #447-20: Award a Contract for the 2020 Small Meter Replacement Project to Calumet City Plumbing & Heating Co., Inc. in the amount of $138,980.00.) The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: Councilman Don "Duck" Dickinson, Councilwoman Bettye Gavin, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilman Terry Morris, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman, Councilwoman Sherri Reardon, and Councilman Michael F. Turk Abstain: Mayor Robert O'Dekirk AMENDMENTS, CHANGE ORDERS AND PAYMENTS: Approve the Proposed Renewal of Property and Casualty 449-20 Coverages Attachments: Approver Report A motion was made by Councilwoman Bettye Gavin, seconded by Councilman Michael F. Turk, to approve COUNCIL MEMOS #449-20 THROUGH #451-20 (COUNCIL MEMO #449-20: Approve the Proposed Renewal of Property and Page 12 of 15 City Council Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final August 18, 2020 Casualty Coverages.) The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: Councilman Don "Duck" Dickinson, Councilwoman Bettye Gavin, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilman Terry Morris, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman, Councilwoman Sherri Reardon, and Councilman Michael F. Turk Abstain: Mayor Robert O'Dekirk Approve Change Order No. 5 for the Rock Run and West 450-20 Park Interceptor Rehabilitation Project to Visu-Sewer in the amount of ($325.00) Attachments: Approver Report A motion was made by Councilwoman Bettye Gavin, seconded by Councilman Michael F. Turk, to approve COUNCIL MEMOS #449-20 THROUGH #451-20 (COUNCIL MEMO #450-20: Approve Change Order No. 5 for the Rock Run and West Park Interceptor Rehabilitation Project to Visu-Sewer in the amount of ($325.00).) The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: Councilman Don "Duck" Dickinson, Councilwoman Bettye Gavin, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilman Terry Morris, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman, Councilwoman Sherri Reardon, and Councilman Michael F. Turk Abstain: Mayor Robert O'Dekirk Approve Amendment No. 4 to the Professional Services 451-20 Agreement for the Engineering for Essington Road / Jefferson Street Interceptor Sewer Project to Robert E. Hamilton Consulting Engineers in the amount of $5,750.00 Attachments: Approver Report A motion was made by Councilwoman Bettye Gavin, seconded by Councilman Michael F. Turk, to approve COUNCIL MEMOS #449-20 THROUGH #451-20 (COUNCIL MEMO #451-20: Approve Amendment No. 4 to the Professional Services Agreement for the Engineering for Essington Road / Jefferson Street Interceptor Sewer Project to Robert E. Hamilton Consulting Engineers in the amount of $5,750.00.) The motion carried by the following vote: Page 13 of 15 City Council Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final August 18, 2020 Aye: Councilman Don "Duck" Dickinson, Councilwoman Bettye Gavin, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilman Terry Morris, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman, Councilwoman Sherri Reardon, and Councilman Michael F. Turk Abstain: Mayor Robert O'Dekirk CITY MANAGER: Interim City Manager James Hock discussed the storm damage as a result of the high winds on Monday, August 10, 2020. A brief discussion was held regarding the possibility of the area being declared a disaster. NEW BUSINESS (Not for Final Action or Recommendation): Councilman Hug briefly discussed commercial insurance coverage. Interim City Manager briefly discussed services provided by the City. Councilman Mudron briefly discussed an audit letter received for the Rialto Square Theatre received by Interim City Manager James Hock and informed the Mayor this item will be discussed at the September Finance Committee. Councilwoman Gavin discussed small business grants available through Will County. Mayor O'Dekirk briefly discussed providing free parking for downtown business. PUBLIC COMMENTS: NOTE: There is a new temporary procedure for public speaking. Details can be found on the Joliet.gov “Public Comments” web page. Jerry Hervey shared his opinions concerning changes to the operation of the police department. MAYOR AND COUNCIL COMMENTS: Councilman Dickinson thanked City employees and ComEd employees for their work to restore the City from the storm on the August 10, 2020. Councilman Hug also thanked City employees for their work. He also thanked City residents for their assistance during the storm. Councilwoman Quillman also thanked City employees and residents. She highlighted the 100 year anniversary of the passing of women's right to vote and reminded everyone to complete the 2020 Census. She wished everyone a safe Labor Day. Councilman Turk, Mudron, Morris and Councilwoman Reardon concurred with sentiments expressed by the other council members. Councilwoman Gavin highlighted Margie Wood's street naming ceremony. She also thanked Page 14 of 15 City Council Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final August 18, 2020 City staff as well as gentlemen from the Parkview neighborhood for their clean up of tree debris. She highlighted the Labor of Love food pantry and thanked ComEd workers for helping to restore power due to the storm. Mayor O'Dekirk also highlighted Margie Wood's street naming ceremony, ComEd food reimbursement, and storm clean-up by City street crews and citizens. He expressed his condolences to Rick Goepper's family. CLOSED SESSION to discuss the following subjects: A motion was made by Councilman Larry E. Hug, seconded by Councilwoman Sherri Reardon, to enter into closed session to discuss personnel, collective bargaining, land acquisition or conveyance, pending or threatened litigation after which the meeting will be adjourned. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: Councilman Don "Duck" Dickinson, Councilwoman Bettye Gavin, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilman Terry Morris, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman, Councilwoman Sherri Reardon, and Councilman Michael F. Turk Absent: Mayor Robert O'Dekirk ADJOURNMENT: Page 15 of 15