City Council Meeting

City of Joliet 150 West Jefferson Street Joliet, IL 60432 Meeting Minutes - Final Tuesday, July 18, 2023 6:30 PM City Hall, Council Chambers City Council Meeting MAYOR TERRY D'ARCY MAYOR PRO- TEM COUNCILMAN LARRY E. HUG (7/1/2023 - 9/30/2023) COUNCILMAN CESAR CARDENAS COUNCILMAN JOE CLEMENT COUNCILMAN CESAR GUERRERO COUNCILWOMAN SUZANNA IBARRA COUNCILMAN PAT MUDRON COUNCILWOMAN JAN HALLUMS QUILLMAN COUNCILWOMAN SHERRI REARDON Interim City Manager - Rod Tonelli Corporation Counsel - Sabrina Spano, City Clerk Christa M. Desiderio City Council Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final July 18, 2023 Page 1 of 1 City Council Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final July 18, 2023 Citizens who are unable to attend the meeting can email comments in advance of the meeting to publiccomment@joliet.gov. This was approve. INVOCATION: Pastor Solomon Jothi, Crystal Lawns Church of the Nazarene, 2424 Caton Farm Road Councilman Hug gave the invocation. PLEDGE TO THE FLAG: ROLL CALL: Present: Mayor Terry D'Arcy, Councilman Cesar Cardenas, Councilman Joe Clement, Councilman Cesar Guerrero, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilwoman Suzanna Ibarra, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman and Councilwoman Sherri Reardon ALSO PRESENT: Interim City Manager Rod Tonelli and Corporation Counsel Sabrina Spano. MAYOR: Proclamation Congratulating Joseph Awinongya, Jr. Attachments: Proclamation Approver Report Councilman Cardenas read a Proclamation Congratulating Joseph Awinongya, Jr. Joseph Awinongya, Jr. accepted and thanked the Mayor, Council, and the Joliet community for their support. APPROVAL OF AGENDA: A motion was made by Councilman Cesar Cardenas, seconded by Councilwoman Suzanna Ibarra, to approve the Agenda written. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: Mayor Terry D'Arcy, Councilman Cesar Cardenas, Councilman Joe Clement, Councilman Cesar Guerrero, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilwoman Suzanna Ibarra, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman and Councilwoman Sherri Reardon CITIZENS TO BE HEARD ON AGENDA ITEMS: Robert Neff, part owner of 685 of Rowell Avenue, spoke regarding the history and current conditions of the quarry located at 620 Sandall Place. Page 1 of 17 City Council Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final July 18, 2023 The Interim City Manager informed the Mayor and Council that staff is researching concerns expressed by the residents who live near the quarry. Jack Bashir spoke regarding Council Memo 370-23 Denial of Transfer of Class "C" Liquor License at 83 W. Jefferson Street - Rica's Food & Liquor Corporation. APPOINTMENTS: Appointment to Library Board Attachments: Carla Montagano-Liburi Library Board Appointment A motion was made by Councilwoman Sherri Reardon, seconded by Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman, to appoint Carla Montagano-Liburi to the Library Board replacing Esperanza Chavez. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: Mayor Terry D'Arcy, Councilman Cesar Cardenas, Councilman Joe Clement, Councilman Cesar Guerrero, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilwoman Suzanna Ibarra, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman and Councilwoman Sherri Reardon Appointments to the Arts Commission Attachments: Vince Logan Arts Commission Appointment Ron Romero Arts Commission Appointment A motion was made by Councilwoman Suzanna Ibarra, seconded by Councilman Cesar Cardenas, to appoint Vince Logan (replacing Emily Brzycki) and Ron Romero (replacing Erick Deshaun Dorris) to the Arts Commission. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: Mayor Terry D'Arcy, Councilman Cesar Cardenas, Councilman Joe Clement, Councilman Cesar Guerrero, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilwoman Suzanna Ibarra, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman and Councilwoman Sherri Reardon COUNCIL COMMITTEE REPORTS: This was approve. Finance Councilman Mudron gave an overview and explanation of the items discussed at the Tuesday, July 18, 2023 Finance Committee Meeting. Link: https://joliet.granicus.com/player/clip/4979? Page 2 of 17 City Council Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final July 18, 2023 view_id=6&redirect=true&h=223657d336ee5e30e79d30255121d020 Land Use & Legislative Councilwoman Quillman gave an overview and explanation of the items discussed at the July 13, 2023 Land Use and Legislative Committee Meeting. Link: https://joliet.granicus.com/player/clip/4971? view_id=6&redirect=true&h=c1fe2554bc2972b7718a3e423f35bf0c Public Service Councilman Hug gave an overview and explanation of the items discussed at the July 17, 2023 Public Service Committee Meeting. Link: https://joliet.granicus.com/player/clip/4973? view_id=6&redirect=true&h=3b066f97666cea88fdca1313223956e1 CONSENT AGENDA: Approval of Minutes: Council Meeting - July 5, 2023 Attachments: Council Meeting - July 5, 2023.pdf Approver Report Invoices to be Paid Attachments: Invoices to be Paid 07.18.23 Approver Report June 2023 Payrolls 353-23 Attachments: June 2023 Payrolls Approver Report Award of Contract for the 2023-2025 Joliet Fire Department 354-23 Medical and Fitness Evaluations - RFP to Rock Valley Health in the amount of $362,976.00 Attachments: Approver Report Authorization to Award Contract for the Proposed Renewal 355-23 of Workers’ Compensation Broker Services Attachments: Approver Report Page 3 of 17 City Council Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final July 18, 2023 Authorization to Award Contract for the Proposed Renewal 356-23 of Property and Casualty Coverages Attachments: Approver Report Request to Upgrade/Exchange Glock Firearms for Sworn 357-23 Officers Attachments: Public Safety Glock Exchange-Purchase Attachments Approver Report Request to Approve a Spring Lease Payment to Jackie 358-23 Stunkel in the amount of $39,900.00 Attachments: Approver Report Request to Purchase 2 Navistar Large Dump Trucks under 359-23 State of Illinois Purchasing Agreement for $313,780.16 Attachments: Approver Report Renewal of Contract 2657-0822 for the 2022 - 2023 Small 360-23 Meter Replacement Program with Calumet City Plumbing (CCP) in the amount of $1,043,169.75 Attachments: Approver Report Change Order No. 1 for the 2023 Sanitary Sewer Cleaning 361-23 and Investigations Program to National Power Rodding Corp. in the amount of $45,000.00 Attachments: Approver Report Change Order No. 1 for the Sidewalk Vault Improvements - 362-23 16 W. Van Buren & 79 N. Chicago to Lindblad Const Co. of Joliet Inc. in the amount of $369,041.00 Attachments: Approver Report Consent Agenda Items Approved A motion was made by Councilwoman Reardon, seconded by Councilman Guerrero, to approve all said Consent Agenda Items. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: Mayor Terry D'Arcy, Councilman Cesar Cardenas, Councilman Joe Clement, Councilman Cesar Guerrero, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilwoman Suzanna Ibarra, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman and Councilwoman Sherri Reardon Page 4 of 17 City Council Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final July 18, 2023 LICENSES AND PERMIT APPLICATIONS: Application for a Drive Thru Permit for 7Brew Restaurant at 364-23 2421 Jefferson St Attachments: 2421 Jefferson 7Brew Drive Thru Permit Application 2421 Jefferson 7Brew Drive Thru Permit Request 2421 Jefferson 7Brew Drive Thru Permit Exhibit Approver Report A motion was made by Councilwoman Suzanna Ibarra, seconded by Councilman Pat Mudron, to approve COUNCIL MEMO #364-23: Application for a Drive Thru Permit for 7Brew Restaurant at 2421 Jefferson St. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: Mayor Terry D'Arcy, Councilman Cesar Cardenas, Councilman Joe Clement, Councilman Cesar Guerrero, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilwoman Suzanna Ibarra, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman and Councilwoman Sherri Reardon Issuance of Class “E” Liquor License at 2298 Essington 365-23 Road - Taco Mex Restaurant Attachments: TACO MEX - 2298 ESSINGTON ROAD - LIQUOR HEARING FINDINGS REPORT Approver Report A motion was made by Councilwoman Sherri Reardon, seconded by Councilman Cesar Guerrero, to approve COUNCIL MEMO #365-23: Issuance of Class “E” Liquor License at 2298 Essington Road - Taco Mex Restaurant. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: Mayor Terry D'Arcy, Councilman Cesar Cardenas, Councilman Joe Clement, Councilman Cesar Guerrero, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilwoman Suzanna Ibarra, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman and Councilwoman Sherri Reardon Issuance of Class “B” Liquor License at 1119 Essington 366-23 Road - Angie’s Pancake House Attachments: ANGIE'S PANCAKE HOUSE - 1119 ESSINGTON ROAD - LIQUOR HEARING FINDINGS REPORT Approver Report A motion was made by Councilman Larry E. Hug, seconded by Councilman Cesar Cardenas, to approve COUNCIL MEMO #366-23: Issuance of Class “B” Liquor License at 1119 Essington Road - Angie’s Pancake House. Page 5 of 17 City Council Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final July 18, 2023 The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: Mayor Terry D'Arcy, Councilman Cesar Cardenas, Councilman Joe Clement, Councilman Cesar Guerrero, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilwoman Suzanna Ibarra, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman and Councilwoman Sherri Reardon Issuance of Class “D” Liquor License at 1866 W. Jefferson 367-23 Street - Pop’s Italian Beef Attachments: POP'S ITALIAN BEEF -1866 W. JEFFERSON ST. - LIQUOR HEARING FINDINGS REPORT Approver Report A motion was made by Councilman Cesar Guerrero, seconded by Councilwoman Suzanna Ibarra, to approve COUNCIL MEMO #367-23: Issuance of Class “D” Liquor License at 1866 W. Jefferson Street - Pop’s Italian Beef. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: Mayor Terry D'Arcy, Councilman Cesar Cardenas, Councilman Joe Clement, Councilman Cesar Guerrero, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilwoman Suzanna Ibarra, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman and Councilwoman Sherri Reardon Transfer of Class “C” Liquor License at 1005 Essington 368-23 Road - Liquor Town Attachments: LIQUOR TOWN - 1005 ESSINGTON RD - LIQUOR HEARING FINDINGS REPORT Approver Report A motion was made by Councilman Cesar Cardenas, seconded by Councilman Joe Clement, to approve COUNCIL MEMO #368-23: Transfer of Class “C” Liquor License at 1005 Essington Road - Liquor Town. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: Mayor Terry D'Arcy, Councilman Cesar Cardenas, Councilman Joe Clement, Councilman Cesar Guerrero, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilwoman Suzanna Ibarra, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman and Councilwoman Sherri Reardon Denial of Class “C” Liquor License at 1224 S. Richards 369-23 Street - Family Dollar, Inc. Page 6 of 17 City Council Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final July 18, 2023 Attachments: FAMILY DOLLAR RESOLUTION - 1224 S. RICHARDS ST. FAMILY DOLLAR ORDER - 1224 S. RICHARDS ST FAMILY DOLLAR - 1224 S. RICHARDS ST - LIQUOR HEARING FINDINGS Approver Report A motion was made by Councilwoman Suzanna Ibarra, seconded by Councilman Cesar Guerrero, to adopt COUNCIL MEMO #369-23: Denial of Class “C” Liquor License at 1224 S. Richards Street - Family Dollar, Inc. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: Mayor Terry D'Arcy, Councilman Cesar Cardenas, Councilman Joe Clement, Councilman Cesar Guerrero, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilwoman Suzanna Ibarra, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman and Councilwoman Sherri Reardon Denial of Transfer of Class “C” Liquor License at 83 W. 370-23 Jefferson Street - Rica’s Food & Liquor Corporation Attachments: RICA'S FOOD AND LIQUOR CORP RESOLUTION - 83 W. JEFFERSON ST. RICA'S FOOD AND LIQUOR CORP. ORDER - 83 W JEFFERSON STREET RICA'S FOOD AND LIQUOR CORP - 83 W JEFFERSON - LIQUOR HEARING FINDINGS Approver Report A brief discussion was held regarding the qualifications of the new applicant and the subject property being leased. A motion was made by Councilman Larry E. Hug, seconded by Councilman Joe Clement, to table COUNCIL MEMO #370-23: Denial of Transfer of Class “C” Liquor License at 83 W. Jefferson Street - Rica’s Food & Liquor Corporation. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: Mayor Terry D'Arcy, Councilman Cesar Cardenas, Councilman Joe Clement, Councilman Cesar Guerrero, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilwoman Suzanna Ibarra, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman and Councilwoman Sherri Reardon PUBLIC HEARINGS: Public Hearing for a Resolution Approving the 1st 372-23 Amendment to the Annexation Agreement for 620 Sandall Place and 800 Richards Street (A-9-2022) (WITHDRAWN) Attachments: Approver Report Page 7 of 17 City Council Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final July 18, 2023 The City Clerk stated this item was withdrawn by the petitioner. ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS: ORDINANCES: Ordinance Amending the 2023 Water & Sewer Enterprise 374-23 Fund Budget Attachments: Budget Amending Ordinance 2023 W&S Budget Approver Report A motion was made by Councilman Larry E. Hug, seconded by Councilman Cesar Guerrero, to adopt COUNCIL MEMO #374-23: Ordinance Amending the 2023 Water & Sewer Enterprise Fund Budget. (ORDINANCE NO. 18529) The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: Mayor Terry D'Arcy, Councilman Cesar Cardenas, Councilman Joe Clement, Councilman Cesar Guerrero, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilwoman Suzanna Ibarra, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman and Councilwoman Sherri Reardon Ordinance Approving a Special Use Permit to Allow a 375-23 Trucking Maintenance Facility, Located at 2404 Reeves Road (ZBA 2023-36) Attachments: Ordinance - SUP ZBA 2023-36 ZBA Staff Report Packet - 2023-36 Site Plan 2023-36 Public Comment 1 - 2023-36 Zoning Board Minutes 06_15_23 Approver Report A motion was made by Councilwoman Sherri Reardon, seconded by Councilman Pat Mudron, to adopt COUNCIL MEMO #375-23: Ordinance Approving a Special Use Permit to Allow a Trucking Maintenance Facility, Located at 2404 Reeves Road (ZBA 2023-36). (ORDINANCE NO. 18530) The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: Mayor Terry D'Arcy, Councilman Cesar Cardenas, Councilman Joe Clement, Councilman Cesar Guerrero, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilwoman Suzanna Ibarra, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman and Councilwoman Sherri Reardon Ordinances Associated with 324 S. Larkin Avenue. 376-23 Page 8 of 17 City Council Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final July 18, 2023 Ordinance Approving a Variation of Use to Allow a Gas Station in a B-1 (Neighborhood Business) Zoning District, Located at 324 S. Larkin Avenue. (ZBA 2023-33) Ordinance Approving a Special Use Permit to Allow a Gas Station, Located at 324 S. Larkin Avenue. (ZBA 2023-34) Attachments: Ordinance Variation of Use ZBA 2023-33_324 S. Larkin Avenue Special Use Permit Ordinance_ZBA 2023-34_324 S. Larkin Avenue Zoning Board Minutes_06.15.2023 ZBA 2023_33-35 (324 S. Larkin Avenue) Staff Report Packet_v3 Approver Report A motion was made by Councilman Pat Mudron, seconded by Councilman Cesar Cardenas, to adopt COUNCIL MEMO #376-23: Ordinances Associated with 324 S. Larkin Avenue. Ordinance Approving a Variation of Use to Allow a Gas Station in a B-1 (Neighborhood Business) Zoning District, Located at 324 S. Larkin Avenue. (ZBA 2023-33) (ORDINANCE NO. 18531) Ordinance Approving a Special Use Permit to Allow a Gas Station, Located at 324 S. Larkin Avenue. (ZBA 2023-34). (ORDINANCE NO. 18532) The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: Mayor Terry D'Arcy, Councilman Cesar Cardenas, Councilman Joe Clement, Councilman Cesar Guerrero, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilwoman Suzanna Ibarra, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman and Councilwoman Sherri Reardon A motion was made by Councilwoman Sheri Reardon, seconded by Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman, to adopt COUNCIL MEMO #377-23: Ordinance Amending Chapter 19, Article IV, Section 19-266, Offenses Subjecting a Vehicle to Impoundment (Adding Authority to Tow Vehicles for No Insurance and Tinted Windows). A brief discussion was held regarding the violation of excessively tinted windows and a motion to table was made. Ordinance Amending Chapter 19, Article IV, Section 19-266, 377-23 Offenses Subjecting a Vehicle to Impoundment (Adding Authority to Tow Vehicles for No Insurance and Tinted Windows) Page 9 of 17 City Council Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final July 18, 2023 Attachments: Ordinance.docx Approver Report A motion was made by Councilman Joe Clement, seconded by Councilwoman Suzanna Ibarra, to table COUNCIL MEMO #377-23: Ordinance Amending Chapter 19, Article IV, Section 19-266, Offenses Subjecting a Vehicle to Impoundment (Adding Authority to Tow Vehicles for No Insurance and Tinted Windows). The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: Mayor Terry D'Arcy, Councilman Cesar Cardenas, Councilman Joe Clement, Councilman Cesar Guerrero, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilwoman Suzanna Ibarra, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman and Councilwoman Sherri Reardon Nay: Councilman Pat Mudron RESOLUTIONS: Resolution Approving the Community Development Block 379-23 Grant Program Year 2023 Annual Action Plan to the 2020-2024 Consolidated Plan Attachments: Council Resolution AAP 2023 AAP PY2023 FINAL Approver Report A motion was made by Councilman Joe Clement, seconded by Councilman Cesar Guerrero, to adopt COUNCIL MEMO #379-23: Resolution Approving the Community Development Block Grant Program Year 2023 Annual Action Plan to the 2020-2024 Consolidated Plan. (RESOLUTION NO. 7892) The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: Mayor Terry D'Arcy, Councilman Cesar Cardenas, Councilman Joe Clement, Councilman Cesar Guerrero, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilwoman Suzanna Ibarra, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman and Councilwoman Sherri Reardon Resolutions Associated with 275 W. Laraway Road: 380-23 A Resolution Approving the Dedication of a 1.8-Acre Portion of Marcella Avenue as Public Right-of-Way A Resolution Approving the Dedication of a Lift Station Easement and a Public Utility and Drainage Easement, Located at 275 W. Laraway Road Page 10 of 17 City Council Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final July 18, 2023 Attachments: Resolution Plat of Dedication Marcella ROW Resolution - Easements Plat of Easement Lift Station Plat of Easement PUDE Petition Marcella ROW Dedication Petition Easement Dedications 275 Laraway Approver Report A motion was made by Councilwoman Sherri Reardon, seconded by Councilman Cesar Guerrero, to adopt COUNCIL MEMO #380-23: Resolutions Associated with 275 W. Laraway Road: A Resolution Approving the Dedication of a 1.8-Acre Portion of Marcella Avenue as Public Right-of-Way (RESOLUTION NO. 7893) A Resolution Approving the Dedication of a Lift Station Easement and a Public Utility and Drainage Easement, Located at 275 W. Laraway Road. (RESOLUTION NO. 7894) The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: Mayor Terry D'Arcy, Councilman Cesar Cardenas, Councilman Joe Clement, Councilman Cesar Guerrero, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilwoman Suzanna Ibarra, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman and Councilwoman Sherri Reardon Resolution Approving the Dedication of a 1.4-Acre Portion of 381-23 Millsdale Road as Public Right-of-Way Attachments: Resolution Plat of Dedication Millsdale ROW Petition Millsdale ROW Dedication Approver Report A motion was made by Councilman Joe Clement, seconded by Councilman Cesar Cardenas, to adopt COUNCIL MEMO #381-23: Resolution Approving the Dedication of a 1.4-Acre Portion of Millsdale Road as Public Right-of-Way. (RESOLUTION NO. 7895) The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: Mayor Terry D'Arcy, Councilman Cesar Cardenas, Councilman Joe Clement, Councilman Cesar Guerrero, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilwoman Suzanna Ibarra, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman and Councilwoman Sherri Reardon Page 11 of 17 City Council Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final July 18, 2023 Resolution Approving an Agreement Between the City of 382-23 Joliet and the County of Will for the Provision of Police Services Mutual Aid in the Event of Disaster or Emergency Attachments: RESOLUTION - County of Will COJ Will County Mutual Aid Agreement Approver Report A motion was made by Councilwoman Sherri Reardon, seconded by Councilwoman Suzanna Ibarra, to adopt COUNCIL MEMO #382-23: Resolution Approving an Agreement Between the City of Joliet and the County of Will for the Provision of Police Services Mutual Aid in the Event of Disaster or Emergency. (RESOLUTION NO. 7896) The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: Mayor Terry D'Arcy, Councilman Cesar Cardenas, Councilman Joe Clement, Councilman Cesar Guerrero, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilwoman Suzanna Ibarra, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman and Councilwoman Sherri Reardon Resolution Adopting and Authorizing the Execution of a 383-23 Grant Agreement with the Illinois State Police for Activities Supporting the Violent Crime Intelligence Task Force Attachments: Resolution Grant Agreement ISP Violent Crime Intelligence Task Force Approver Report A motion was made by Councilman Larry E. Hug, seconded by Councilman Joe Clement, to adopt COUNCIL MEMO #383-23: Resolution Adopting and Authorizing the Execution of a Grant Agreement with the Illinois State Police for Activities Supporting the Violent Crime Intelligence Task Force. (RESOLUTION NO. 7897) The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: Mayor Terry D'Arcy, Councilman Cesar Cardenas, Councilman Joe Clement, Councilman Cesar Guerrero, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilwoman Suzanna Ibarra, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman and Councilwoman Sherri Reardon Resolution Approving a Letter of Understanding 384-23 (LU-123-022) with the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) for the Routine Maintenance of the Residential Side of Traffic Noise Abatement Walls along the Eastbound Lanes of I-80 approximately 200 Feet East of Rock Run Creek Page 12 of 17 City Council Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final July 18, 2023 Attachments: Resolution Contract 62R28 City of Joliet LOU_06092023 (LU-123-022) Approver Report A motion was made by Councilwoman Suzanna Ibarra, seconded by Councilman Cesar Cardenas, to adopt COUNCIL MEMO #384-23: Resolution Approving a Letter of Understanding (LU-123-022) with the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) for the Routine Maintenance of the Residential Side of Traffic Noise Abatement Walls along the Eastbound Lanes of I-80 approximately 200 Feet East of Rock Run Creek. (RESOLUTION NO. 7898) The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: Mayor Terry D'Arcy, Councilman Cesar Cardenas, Councilman Joe Clement, Councilman Cesar Guerrero, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilwoman Suzanna Ibarra, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman and Councilwoman Sherri Reardon Resolution Approving a Letter of Understanding 385-23 (LU-123-023) with the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) for the Routine Maintenance of the Residential Side of Traffic Noise Abatement Walls at the Houbolt Road & I-80 Interchange Attachments: Resolution Contract 62R27 City of Joliet LOU_06092023 (LU-123-023) Approver Report A motion was made by Councilwoman Suzanna Ibarra, seconded by Councilman Cesar Guerrero, to adopt COUNCIL MEMO #385-23: Resolution Approving a Letter of Understanding (LU-123-023) with the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) for the Routine Maintenance of the Residential Side of Traffic Noise Abatement Walls at the Houbolt Road & I-80 Interchange. (RESOLUTION NO. 7899) The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: Mayor Terry D'Arcy, Councilman Cesar Cardenas, Councilman Joe Clement, Councilman Cesar Guerrero, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilwoman Suzanna Ibarra, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman and Councilwoman Sherri Reardon Resolution Approving a Letter of Understanding 386-23 (JN-123-044) with the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) for the Routine Maintenance of the Residential Side of Traffic Noise Abatement Walls along the Westbound Side of I-80 at the Larkin Avenue Interchange, Eastbound Side of I-80 Immediately East of Midland Avenue, Water Main at Page 13 of 17 City Council Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final July 18, 2023 Midland Avenue & I-80, and the Highway Lighting at the Midland Avenue Underpass of I-80 Attachments: Resolution Contract 62R89 City of Joliet IGA 06092023 (JN-123-044) Contract 62R89 Exhibit A 06092023 (JN-123-044) Approver Report A motion was made by Councilwoman Suzanna Ibarra, seconded by Councilman Cesar Guerrero, to adopt COUNCIL MEMO #386-23: Resolution Approving a Letter of Understanding (JN-123-044) with the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) for the Routine Maintenance of the Residential Side of Traffic Noise Abatement Walls along the Westbound Side of I-80 at the Larkin Avenue Interchange, Eastbound Side of I-80 Immediately East of Midland Avenue, Water Main at Midland Avenue & I-80, and the Highway Lighting at the Midland Avenue Underpass of I-80. (RESOLUTION NO. 7900) The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: Mayor Terry D'Arcy, Councilman Cesar Cardenas, Councilman Joe Clement, Councilman Cesar Guerrero, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilwoman Suzanna Ibarra, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman and Councilwoman Sherri Reardon Resolution Accepting a Public Utility Easement and 387-23 Temporary Construction Easement from the Joliet Ravens Club for the Combined Sewer Overflow Long Term Control Plan Phase IV - Eastside and Westside Combined Sewer Overflow Regulators Attachments: Resolution Ravens Club of Joliet Easement Agreement_Combined Approver Report A motion was made by Councilwoman Sherri Reardon, seconded by Councilman Cesar Cardenas, to adopt COUNCIL MEMO #387-23: Resolution Accepting a Public Utility Easement and Temporary Construction Easement from the Joliet Ravens Club for the Combined Sewer Overflow Long Term Control Plan Phase IV - Eastside and Westside Combined Sewer Overflow Regulators. (RESOLUTION NO. 7901) The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: Mayor Terry D'Arcy, Councilman Cesar Cardenas, Councilman Joe Clement, Councilman Cesar Guerrero, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilwoman Suzanna Ibarra, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman and Councilwoman Sherri Reardon Resolution Accepting a Public Utility Easement from the 388-23 Page 14 of 17 City Council Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final July 18, 2023 Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago for the Combined Sewer Overflow Long Term Control Plan Phase IV - Eastside and Westside Combined Sewer Overflow Regulators Attachments: Resolution City of Joliet 75-year non-exclusive easement; File No. 22-NO-010 (KY) Approver Report A motion was made by Councilman Cesar Guerrero, seconded by Councilwoman Suzanna Ibarra, to adopt COUNCIL MEMO #388-23: Resolution Accepting a Public Utility Easement from the Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago for the Combined Sewer Overflow Long Term Control Plan Phase IV - Eastside and Westside Combined Sewer Overflow Regulators. (RESOLUTION NO. 7902) The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: Mayor Terry D'Arcy, Councilman Cesar Cardenas, Councilman Joe Clement, Councilman Cesar Guerrero, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilwoman Suzanna Ibarra, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman and Councilwoman Sherri Reardon Resolution Authorizing the Release of Executive Session 389-23 Minutes Attachments: Resolution Release of Closed Session Minutes July 2023.pdf Approver Report A motion was made by Councilman Larry E. Hug, seconded by Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman, to adopt COUNCIL MEMO #389-23: Resolution Authorizing the Release of Executive Session Minutes. (RESOLUTION NO. 7903) The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: Mayor Terry D'Arcy, Councilman Cesar Cardenas, Councilman Joe Clement, Councilman Cesar Guerrero, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilwoman Suzanna Ibarra, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman and Councilwoman Sherri Reardon Resolution Authorizing Amendment 1; Will-Grundy Medical 390-23 Clinic CDBG-CV Page 15 of 17 City Council Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final July 18, 2023 Attachments: Resolution WGMC CDBG-CV 2023 Amnd. 1 CDBG-CV-Remove Condition Letter - Joliet (002) Approver Report A motion was made by Councilwoman Suzanna Ibarra, seconded by Councilman Cesar Cardenas, to adopt COUNCIL MEMO #390-23: Resolution Authorizing Amendment 1; Will-Grundy Medical Clinic CDBG-CV. (RESOLUTION NO. 7904) The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: Mayor Terry D'Arcy, Councilman Cesar Cardenas, Councilman Joe Clement, Councilman Cesar Guerrero, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilwoman Suzanna Ibarra, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman and Councilwoman Sherri Reardon CITY MANAGER: The Interim City Manager reminded the Mayor and Council of the new city square design open house meeting at the downtown public library on Thursday. NEW BUSINESS (Not for Final Action or Recommendation): A brief discussion was held concerning the completion of the downtown parking study. Councilman Clement spoke regarding the possibility of the City getting a sidewalk grinder. Councilwoman Ibarra also discussed the upcoming new city square. Mayor D'Arcy discussed the positive feedback he received regarding the Special Meeting with Brad Cole. He highlighted the Grand Opening of the Lion Electric facility on Friday. The Mayor thanked Sabina Spano for her hard work and service. PUBLIC COMMENTS: Sara Broadnax spoke regarding neglected areas on the east side. Mr. Ramirez spoke regarding safety concerns at the intersection of Youngs Avenue and Jackson Street. A brief discussion was held regarding this intersection. Mr. Ramirez's son spoke regarding tinted window, accidents at Youngs Avenue and Jackson Street and sidewalk repairs on Youngs Street. Jewel Houston spoke regarding tinted windows. A brief discussion was held regarding tinted windows. Page 16 of 17 City Council Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final July 18, 2023 MAYOR AND COUNCIL COMMENTS: Councilman Guerrero spoke regarding Council Memo #377-23: Ordinance Amending Chapter 19, Article IV, Section 19-266, Offenses Subjecting a Vehicle to Impoundment (Adding Authority to Tow Vehicles for No Insurance and Tinted Windows). CLOSED SESSION: A motion was made by Councilwoman Suzanna Ibarra, seconded by Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman, 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: Mayor Terry D'Arcy, Councilman Cesar Cardenas, Councilman Joe Clement, Councilman Cesar Guerrero, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilwoman Suzanna Ibarra, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman and Councilwoman Sherri Reardon ADJOURNMENT Page 17 of 17