City Council Meeting

City of Joliet 150 West Jefferson Street Joliet, IL 60432 Meeting Minutes - Final Tuesday, February 15, 2022 6:30 PM City Hall, Council Chambers City Council Meeting MAYOR BOB O'DEKIRK MAYOR PRO-TEM COUNCILMAN TERRY MORRIS (1/1/2022 - 3/31/2022) COUNCILMAN JOE CLEMENT COUNCILWOMAN BETTYE GAVIN COUNCILMAN CESAR GUERRERO COUNCILMAN LARRY E. HUG COUNCILMAN PAT MUDRON COUNCILWOMAN JAN QUILLMAN COUNCILWOMAN SHERRI REARDON City Manager - James V. Capparelli, Corporation Counsel - Sabrina Spano, City Clerk Christa M. Desiderio City Council Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final February 15, 2022 Page 1 of 1 City Council Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final February 15, 2022 As of August 30, 2021, Governor Pritzker announced a statewide indoor mask mandate for all Illinois residents, regardless of vaccination status. In compliance with Governor Pritzker’s mandate, any individual appearing in person must 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 / St. Bernard's Catholic Church, 127 S. Briggs Street PLEDGE TO THE FLAG: ROLL CALL: Councilwoman Gavin attended the meeting remotely. Present: Mayor Robert O'Dekirk, Councilman Joe Clement, Councilwoman Bettye Gavin, Councilman Cesar Guerrero, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilman Terry Morris, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Quillman and Councilwoman Sherri Reardon ALSO PRESENT: City Manager - James V. Capparelli, Corporation Counsel - Sabrina Spano Interim Police Chief Robert Brown introduced newly appoint Deputy Chief Chris Botzum. Deputy Chief Christ Botzum thanked the Mayor and Council and gave a brief overview of his credentials. MAYOR: APPROVAL OF AGENDA: A motion was made by Councilman Cesar Guerrero, seconded by Councilwoman Sherri Reardon, to approve the Agenda as written. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: Councilman Joe Clement, Councilwoman Bettye Gavin, Councilman Cesar Guerrero, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilman Terry Morris, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Quillman and Councilwoman Sherri Reardon Abstain: Mayor Robert O'Dekirk CITIZENS TO BE HEARD ON AGENDA ITEMS: Alex Ledesma spoke in opposition of Council Memo #111-22: Resolution Denying a Variation of Use to Allow Construction of a Three-Unit Commercial Building, Located at 251 E. Jackson Street. Robert Hernandez spoke in opposition of Council Memo #111-22. He also discussed Page 1 of 14 City Council Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final February 15, 2022 departmental appointments. APPOINTMENTS: Inspector General Appointment Attachments: Approver Report A brief discussion was held regarding the appointment of Sean P. Connolly as the Inspector General, including his credentials and contracted service agreement. A motion was made by Councilman Terry Morris, seconded by Councilman Joseph Clement, to approve the appointment of Sean P. Connolly as Inspector General. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: Councilman Joe Clement, Councilwoman Bettye Gavin, Councilman Cesar Guerrero, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilman Terry Morris, Councilwoman Jan Quillman and Councilwoman Sherri Reardon Nay: Councilman Pat Mudron Abstain: Mayor Robert O'Dekirk COUNCIL COMMITTEE REPORTS: Finance Councilman Mudron gave an overview and explanation of the items discussed at the Tuesday, February 15, 2022 Finance Committee Meeting. Director of Finance James Ghedotte introduced Speer Financial, Inc., Senior Vice President Anthony Miceli. Mr. Miceli presented the Future Borrowing for the Alternative Water Source Program. Link: https://joliet.granicus.com/player/clip/4202?view_id=6&redirect=true Public Service Councilman Hug gave an overview and explanation of the items discussed at the Monday, February 28, 2022 Public Service Committee Meeting. Allison Swisher, Director of Public Utilities, briefly discussed the Regional Water Commission and water main replacement. She also explained there will be communication via mailings, doorhangers, and the city's website updating residents of the water main projects . Link: Page 2 of 14 City Council Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final February 15, 2022 https://joliet.granicus.com/player/clip/4197?view_id=6&redirect=true CONSENT AGENDA: Approval of Minutes Pre-Council Meeting - January 31, 2022 Council Meeting - February 1, 2022 Attachments: Pre-Council Meeting - January 31, 2022.pdf Council Meeting - February 1, 2022.pdf Approver Report Award of Contract for the 2022 Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation 83-22 Program to Performance Pipelining Inc. in the amount of $3,539,389.25 Attachments: Exhibit 1- 2022 SS Rehab Program Approver Report Award of Contract for the 2022 Bulk Sodium Hypochlorite 84-22 Chemical purchase to Hawkins Water Treatment Group in the amount of $157,950.00 Attachments: Approver Report Award of Contract for the 2022 Drinking Water Sodium 85-22 Hypochlorite Chemical Purchase to Hawkins Water Treatment Group in the amount of $339,690.00 Attachments: Approver Report Award of Contract for the 2022 Aluminum Sulfate Solution 86-22 purchase to USALCO LLC in the amount of $549,295.14 Attachments: Approver Report Award of Contact for the 2022 Manganese Sulfate Chemical 87-22 purchase to Carus Corporation in the amount of $307,334.16 Attachments: Approver Report Award of Contract for the 2022 Sodium Permanganate 88-22 Chemical purchase to Carus Corporation in the amount of $340,467.84 Attachments: Approver Report Award of Contract for the 2022 Bulk Sodium Bisulfite 89-22 Chemical purchase to Hawkins Water Treatment Group in Page 3 of 14 City Council Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final February 15, 2022 the amount of $41,040.00 Attachments: Approver Report Award of Contracts for the 2022 Biosolids Disposal Program 90-22 to New Era Spreading in the amount of $1,535,000.00 Attachments: Approver Report Award of Contract for the Repair to the No. 2 and No. 3 91-22 Sludge Storage Tanks at the Eastside Wastewater Treatment Plant to Cady Inc. in the amount of $209,738.00 Attachments: Approver Report Award of Contract for the Parkview Water Main 92-22 Improvements Project to Brandt Excavating in the amount of $2,615,855.86 Attachments: Approver Report Award of Contract for the Essington ComEd Crossing Water 93-22 Main Improvements project to P.T. Ferro Construction in the amount of $1,195,807.34 Attachments: Approver Report Award of Contract for the Garnsey Park Phase 3 and 94-22 Edgerton Drive Water Main Improvements project to Austin Tyler Construction, Inc. in the amount of $5,191,773.69 Attachments: Approver Report Award of Contract for the Oakview Water Main 95-22 Improvements project to Austin Tyler Construction, Inc. in the amount of $2,986,986.43 Attachments: Approver Report Award of Contract for Barracuda E-Mail Archiving to CDW in 96-22 the Amount of $103,695.00 Attachments: Approver Report Consent Agenda Items Approved A motion was made by Councilwoman Reardon, seconded by Councilwoman Hallums Quillman, to approve all Consent Agenda items. The motion carried by the following vote: Page 4 of 14 City Council Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final February 15, 2022 Aye: Councilman Joe Clement, Councilwoman Bettye Gavin, Councilman Cesar Guerrero, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilman Terry Morris, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Quillman and Councilwoman Sherri Reardon Absent: Mayor Robert O'Dekirk LICENSES AND PERMIT APPLICATIONS: Transfer of a Class “E” Liquor License at 324 Collins Street- 98-22 La Villa Attachments: La Villa Approver Report A motion was made by Councilman Cesar Guerrero, seconded by Councilman Joseph Clement, to approve COUNCIL MEMO #98-22: Transfer of a Class “E” Liquor License at 324 Collins Street- La Villa. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: Councilman Joe Clement, Councilwoman Bettye Gavin, Councilman Cesar Guerrero, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilman Terry Morris, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Quillman and Councilwoman Sherri Reardon Abstain: Mayor Robert O'Dekirk Issuance of a Class “E” Liquor License at 808 W. Jefferson 99-22 Street- El Pulpo Attachments: Mariscos El Pulpo Approver Report A motion was made by Councilman Cesar Guerrero, seconded by Councilman Larry E. Hug, to approve COUNCIL MEMO #99-22: Issuance of a Class “E” Liquor License at 808 W. Jefferson Street- El Pulpo. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: Councilman Joe Clement, Councilwoman Bettye Gavin, Councilman Cesar Guerrero, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilman Terry Morris, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Quillman and Councilwoman Sherri Reardon Abstain: Mayor Robert O'Dekirk Issuance of a Class “B” Liquor License at 24 Ohio Street- 100-22 Ohio Banquets Page 5 of 14 City Council Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final February 15, 2022 Attachments: Ohio Banquets Approver Report A motion was made by Councilwoman Sherri Reardon, seconded by Councilman Cesar Guerrero, to approve COUNCIL MEMO #100-22: Issuance of a Class “B” Liquor License at 24 Ohio Street- Ohio Banquets. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: Councilman Joe Clement, Councilwoman Bettye Gavin, Councilman Cesar Guerrero, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilman Terry Morris, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Quillman and Councilwoman Sherri Reardon Abstain: Mayor Robert O'Dekirk PUBLIC HEARINGS: ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS: ORDINANCES: Ordinance Approving a Special Use Permit for Truck and 102-22 Trailer Repair, Truck and Trailer Sales and Truck Parking at 198 W. Laraway Road (ZBA 2022-02) Attachments: Special Use Permit Ordinance_198 W. Laraway Road Zoning_Board_of_Appeals_22-01-20_Meeting_Minutes ZBA 2022-02 (198 Laraway Road) Staff Report Packet Approver Report A motion was made by Councilwoman Sherri Reardon, seconded by Councilman Joseph Clement, to adopt COUNCIL MEMO #102-22: Ordinance Approving a Special Use Permit for Truck and Trailer Repair, Truck and Trailer Sales and Truck Parking at 198 W. Laraway Road (ZBA 2022-02). (ORDINANCE NO. 18315) The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: Councilman Joe Clement, Councilwoman Bettye Gavin, Councilman Cesar Guerrero, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilman Terry Morris, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Quillman and Councilwoman Sherri Reardon Abstain: Mayor Robert O'Dekirk Ordinance Approving the Reclassification of 222A Union 103-22 Street (Rear) from R-3 (One and Two Family Residential) to R-2 (Single-Family Residential) Zoning (Z-1-22) Page 6 of 14 City Council Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final February 15, 2022 Attachments: Z-01-22 - Zoning Reclasification Ord - 222 Union Street - REAR Plan_Commission_22-01-20_Meeting_Minutes Z-1-22 - 222 Union Street Staff Report Packet Approver Report A motion was made by Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman, seconded by Councilman Joseph Clement, to adopt COUNCIL MEMO #103-22: Ordinance Approving the Reclassification of 222A Union Street (Rear) from R-3 (One and Two Family Residential) to R-2 (Single-Family Residential) Zoning (Z-1-22). (ORDINANCE NO. 18316) The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: Councilman Joe Clement, Councilwoman Bettye Gavin, Councilman Cesar Guerrero, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilman Terry Morris, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Quillman and Councilwoman Sherri Reardon Abstain: Mayor Robert O'Dekirk Ordinance Approving the Reclassification of 11.9 Acres 104-22 West of 2898 Schweitzer Road from I-1 (Light Industrial) to I-TB (Intermodal Terminal-Transportation Equipment) Zoning (Z-2-22) Attachments: Z-2-22 - Zoning Reclassification Ord - 2898 Schweitzer Road Z-2-22 - 2898 Schweitzer Road - Combined PC Staff Report Plan_Commission_22-01-20_Meeting_Minutes Approver Report A motion was made by Councilwoman Sherri Reardon, seconded by Councilman Joseph Clement, to adopt COUNCIL MEMO #104-22: Ordinance Approving the Reclassification of 11.9 Acres West of 2898 Schweitzer Road from I-1 (Light Industrial) to I-TB (Intermodal Terminal-Transportation Equipment) Zoning (Z-2-22). (ORDINANCE NO. 18317) The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: Councilman Joe Clement, Councilwoman Bettye Gavin, Councilman Cesar Guerrero, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilman Terry Morris, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Quillman and Councilwoman Sherri Reardon Abstain: Mayor Robert O'Dekirk Ordinance Approving a Special Use Permit for a trucking 105-22 facility with truck parking, office, and maintenance operations, located at the Southwest corner of Cherry Hill Page 7 of 14 City Council Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final February 15, 2022 Road and Beatty Lane (Petition 2022-04) Attachments: 2022-04 - SUP_2350 Beatty Lane - ordinance (2) Petition 2022-04 - SWC Cherry Hill & Beatty Lane - Combined ZBA Report Zoning_Board_of_Appeals_22-01-20_Meeting_Minutes Approver Report A motion was made by Councilman Joseph Clement, seconded by Councilwoman Sherri Reardon, to adopt COUNCIL MEMO #105-22: Ordinance Approving a Special Use Permit for a trucking facility with truck parking, office, and maintenance operations, located at the Southwest corner of Cherry Hill Road and Beatty Lane (Petition 2022-04). (ORDINANCE NO. 18318) The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: Councilman Joe Clement, Councilwoman Bettye Gavin, Councilman Cesar Guerrero, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilman Terry Morris, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Quillman and Councilwoman Sherri Reardon Abstain: Mayor Robert O'Dekirk RESOLUTIONS: Resolution Accepting and Placing on File the Joliet Historic 108-22 Preservation Commission (JHPC) Annual Report for 2021 Attachments: CLG-Annual-Update_City of Joliet_Commission Resolution 01-26-22 Regular Meeting Minutes_DRAFT Approver Report A motion was made by Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman, seconded by Councilman Cesar Guerrero, to adopt COUNCIL MEMO #108-22: Resolution Accepting and Placing on File the Joliet Historic Preservation Commission (JHPC) Annual Report for 2021. (RESOLUTION NO. 7739) The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: Councilman Joe Clement, Councilwoman Bettye Gavin, Councilman Cesar Guerrero, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilman Terry Morris, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Quillman and Councilwoman Sherri Reardon Abstain: Mayor Robert O'Dekirk Resolution Approving a Memorandum of Understanding 109-22 Regarding Water System Capacity Allocation with the Village Page 8 of 14 City Council Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final February 15, 2022 of Romeoville Attachments: Resolution Joliet-Romeoville MOU Regarding System Expansion 2-8-2022 For Approval.pdf Approver Report A motion was made by Councilman Larry E. Hug, seconded by Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman, to adopt COUNCIL MEMO #109-22: Resolution Approving a Memorandum of Understanding Regarding Water System Capacity Allocation with the Village of Romeoville. (RESOLUTION NO. 7740) The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: Councilman Joe Clement, Councilwoman Bettye Gavin, Councilman Cesar Guerrero, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilman Terry Morris, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Quillman and Councilwoman Sherri Reardon Abstain: Mayor Robert O'Dekirk Resolution Approving a Recapture Agreement with 110-22 CenterPoint Properties for Reimbursement of cost of Vetter Road Improvement Attachments: Resolution Exhibit A EXHIBITS TO RECAPTURE AGREEMENT (CSpesia Feb 7 2022) Approver Report At Councilwoman Quillman's request, the City Manager stated he would discuss snow removal for residents along Vetter Road with the Roadway Division. A motion was made by Councilwoman Sherri Reardon, seconded by Councilman Joseph Clement, to adopt COUNCIL MEMO #110-22: Resolution Approving a Recapture Agreement with CenterPoint Properties for Reimbursement of cost of Vetter Road Improvement. (RESOLUTION NO. 7741) The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: Councilman Joe Clement, Councilwoman Bettye Gavin, Councilman Cesar Guerrero, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilman Terry Morris, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Quillman and Councilwoman Sherri Reardon Abstain: Mayor Robert O'Dekirk Resolution Denying a Variation of Use to Allow Construction 111-22 of a Three-Unit Commercial Building, Located at 251 E. Page 9 of 14 City Council Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final February 15, 2022 Jackson Street (PETITION 2022-06) Attachments: Resolution 251 E. Jackson Street - Var use ord Petition 2022-06 - 251 E. Jackson Street - Combined Staff Report Zoning_Board_of_Appeals_22-01-20_Meeting_Minutes Approver Report A brief discussion was held regarding the businesses proposed for this location and the economic impact. A motion was made by Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman, seconded by Councilwoman Bettye Gavin, to deny COUNCIL MEMO #111-22: Resolution Denying a Variation of Use to Allow Construction of a Three-Unit Commercial Building, Located at 251 E. Jackson Street (PETITION 2022-06). (RESOLUTION DENIED) (ORDINANCE NO. 18319 - Ordinance Granting a Variation of Use for 251 E. Jackson Street) The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: Councilman Joe Clement, Councilwoman Bettye Gavin, Councilman Cesar Guerrero, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilman Terry Morris, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Quillman and Councilwoman Sherri Reardon Abstain: Mayor Robert O'Dekirk Resolution Accepting Illinois Environmental Protection 112-22 Agency Low Interest Loan L175745 for the Lead Water Service Line Replacement Program Phase III Attachments: Resolution Approver Report A brief discussion was held regarding the City paying 100% of the cost to replace lead service lines. A motion was made by Councilman Larry E. Hug, seconded by Councilman Cesar Guerrero, to adopt COUNCIL MEMO #112-22: Resolution Accepting Illinois Environmental Protection Agency Low Interest Loan L175745 for the Lead Water Service Line Replacement Program Phase III. (RESOLUTION NO. 7742) The motion carried by the following vote: Page 10 of 14 City Council Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final February 15, 2022 Aye: Councilman Joe Clement, Councilwoman Bettye Gavin, Councilman Cesar Guerrero, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilman Terry Morris, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Quillman and Councilwoman Sherri Reardon Abstain: Mayor Robert O'Dekirk Resolution Approving IHSA State Final Boys Class 3A and 113-22 4A Baseball Tournaments Agreement Attachments: Resolution BA-3A 4A-Agree 21-22 thru 25-26 Approver Report A motion was made by Councilwoman Sherri Reardon, seconded by Councilman Joseph Clement, to adopt COUNCIL MEMO #113-22: Resolution Approving IHSA State Final Boys Class 3A and 4A Baseball Tournaments Agreement. (RESOLUTION NO. 7743) The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: Councilman Joe Clement, Councilwoman Bettye Gavin, Councilman Cesar Guerrero, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilman Terry Morris, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Quillman and Councilwoman Sherri Reardon Abstain: Mayor Robert O'Dekirk Resolution Approving and Authorizing the Execution of the 114-22 Collective Bargaining Agreement Between the City of Joliet and Joliet Fire Officers, Local 2369, IAFF AFL-CIO Attachments: Resolution FINAL CBA 1.28.22 Approver Report A motion was made by Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman, seconded by Councilman Joseph Clement, to adopt COUNCIL MEMO #114-22: Resolution Approving and Authorizing the Execution of the Collective Bargaining Agreement Between the City of Joliet and Joliet Fire Officers, Local 2369, IAFF AFL-CIO. (RESOLUTION NO. 7744) The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: Councilman Joe Clement, Councilwoman Bettye Gavin, Councilman Cesar Guerrero, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilman Terry Morris, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Quillman and Councilwoman Sherri Reardon Page 11 of 14 City Council Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final February 15, 2022 Abstain: Mayor Robert O'Dekirk Resolution Approving the Execution of an Intergovernmental 115-22 Agreement with Joliet Township for the Control, Collection, and Sheltering of Stray Animals Attachments: Resolution IGA Animal Control Service- City of Joliet Approver Report Councilman Hug explained this item applies to the entire city. A motion was made by Councilwoman Sherri Reardon, seconded by Councilman Cesar Guerrero, to adopt COUNCIL MEMO #115-22: Resolution Approving the Execution of an Intergovernmental Agreement with Joliet Township for the Control, Collection, and Sheltering of Stray Animals. (RESOLUTION NO. 7745) The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: Councilman Joe Clement, Councilwoman Bettye Gavin, Councilman Cesar Guerrero, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilman Terry Morris, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Quillman and Councilwoman Sherri Reardon Abstain: Mayor Robert O'Dekirk CITY MANAGER: The City Manager thanked Economic Development Director Derek Conley for his service and wished him well. He explained Rod Tonelli with Ruettiger, Tonelli & Associates will service as Interim Economic Development Director while the City searches for a new Director. The City Manager also discussed the upcoming snow event and the possibility of there being ice on the roads and to travel with caution. Derek Conley thanked everyone for their support and expressed his gratitude for the opportunities he had during his time as the City's Economic Development Director. Councilwoman Quillman and Councilwoman Gavin thanked him and wished him well. NEW BUSINESS (Not for Final Action or Recommendation): Mayor O'Dekirk thanked State Representative Natalie Manley for her assistance with Federal stimulus monies for capital improvements coming to the area. PUBLIC COMMENTS: Robert Webb spoke regarding anti-discrimination Ordinance No. 6295. Page 12 of 14 City Council Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final February 15, 2022 Eddie Robinson spoke regarding his mother's property in probate and his removal from from the property. Renee Damouges spoke regarding training snowplow drivers with best practices and city ordinance regarding snow band on streets when snow if over two inches. Alex Ledesma thanked the Mayor and Council for their support of Council Memo #111-22. He also discussed a grant received by the police department and their work with cornerstone . Robert Smith spoke in opposition of the proposed homeless shelter at the YMCA on Briggs Street Margie Cepon echoed the comments of Robert Smith and concerns of the YMCA Briggs Street becoming a homeless shelter. MAYOR AND COUNCIL COMMENTS: Councilman Clement congratulated and thanked Derek Conley for his service to the City of Joliet. He also discussed filling potholes and contractor's cutting down trees. Councilwoman Gavin thanked Derek Conley. Councilman Guerrero mentioned an active shooting on Henderson Avenue this evening. Councilman Hug congratulated and thanked Derek Conley for his service to the City of Joliet. Councilman Morris congratulated and thanked Derek Conley for his service to the City of Joliet and highlighted the Black History celebration at the Joliet Museum. Councilman Mudron wished Derek Conley best of luck in the future. Councilwoman Quillman highlighted vaccination clinics at Joliet Township and St. Peter's Church health fair. Councilwoman Reardon congratulated and thanked Derek Conley. Mayor O'Dekirk congratulated and thanked Derek Conley. He briefly discussed the shooting on Henderson Street. He highlighted a tour of the library construction, Dirksen School Stem Fair, VASA Fitness ribbon cutting, Dragon's Den ribbon cutting. He asked residents to be mindful of ice with snow storm and a City ordinance to remove vehicles from the street. CLOSED SESSION: A motion was made by Councilwoman Sherri Reardon, seconded by Councilman Cesar Guerrero, 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. Page 13 of 14 City Council Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final February 15, 2022 The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: Councilman Joe Clement, Councilwoman Bettye Gavin, Councilman Cesar Guerrero, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilman Terry Morris, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Quillman and Councilwoman Sherri Reardon Abstain: Mayor Robert O'Dekirk ADJOURNMENT: Page 14 of 14