City Council Meeting

City of Joliet 150 West Jefferson Street Joliet, IL 60432 Meeting Minutes - Pending Approval Tuesday, September 19, 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 Interim Corporation Counsel - Todd Greenburg, City Clerk Christa M. Desiderio City Council Meeting Meeting Minutes - Pending Approval September 19, 2023 Page 1 of 1 City Council Meeting Meeting Minutes - Pending Approval September 19, 2023 Citizens who are unable to attend the meeting can email comments in advance of the meeting to publiccomment@joliet.gov. INVOCATION: Father Ed Shea, Formerly of St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, 404 N. Hickory Street PLEDGE TO THE FLAG: ROLL CALL: Present: Mayor Terry D'Arcy, Councilman Cesar Cardenas, Councilman Joe Clement, Councilman Cesar Guerrero, Councilwoman Suzanna Ibarra, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman and Councilwoman Sherri Reardon Absent: Councilman Larry E. Hug ALSO PRESENT: Interim City Manager Rod Tonelli and Interim Corporation Counsel Todd Greenburg. Councilman Hug entered the meeting at approximately 7:35 p.m. MAYOR: Proclamation Declaring September 17-23, 2023 as Constitution Week Attachments: Constitution Week.pdf Pauline Herpy thanked the Mayor and Council for their recognition and explained the Daughter's of the American Revolution. Councilman Clement read a Proclamation issued by Mayor D'Arcy Declaring September 17-23, 2023 as Constitution Week. APPROVAL OF AGENDA: A motion was made by Councilwoman Suzanna Ibarra, seconded by Councilwoman Sherri Reardon, to approve the Agenda as written. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: Mayor Terry D'Arcy, Councilman Cesar Cardenas, Councilman Joe Clement, Councilman Cesar Guerrero, Councilwoman Suzanna Ibarra, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman and Councilwoman Sherri Reardon Absent: Councilman Larry E. Hug CITIZENS TO BE HEARD ON AGENDA ITEMS: Jay Gregory spoke in opposition of Council Memo #474-23: Ordinance Associated with the Resubdivision of Lot 3 in Laraway Distribution Center Unit 2. Page 1 of 15 City Council Meeting Meeting Minutes - Pending Approval September 19, 2023 Marisa Nations spoke in opposition of Council Memo #474-23. Hudson Hollister spoke in opposition of Council Memo #478-23: Resolution Denying a Request to Designate 14 West Jefferson Street as a Local Historic Landmark. Janet Diaz spoke in opposition of Council Memo #478-23. Cesar Escutia spoke in opposition of Council Memo #478-23. Quinn Adamowski spoke in opposition of Council Memo #478-23. Elaine Bottomley spoke in favor of Council Memo #478-23. Betsey Satcher spoke in opposition of Council Memo #474-23. Sherry Williams spoke in opposition of Council Memo #478-23. Mary Beth Gannon spoke in opposition of Council Memo #478-23. Jeremy Bryzcki spoke in opposition of Council Memo #478-23. Julia Alexander spoke in opposition of Council Memo #474-23. Sarah Broadnax spoke in opposition of Council Memo #474-23. Samantha Gasca spoke in opposition of Council Memo #478-23. Cal Gruiton spoke in opposition of Council Memo #474-23. Tanisha Rouse spoke in opposition of Council Memo #474-23. Tom Osterberger, Attorney, spoke regarding Council Memo #474-23. APPOINTMENTS: Appointment to the Arts Commission Attachments: Tom Grotovsky_ARTS COMMISSION Appointment Memo 09.19.23 Approver Report A motion was made by Councilman Cesar Guerrero, seconded by Councilwoman Suzanna Ibarra, to appoint Tom Grotovsky to the Arts Commission. The motion carried by the following vote: Page 2 of 15 City Council Meeting Meeting Minutes - Pending Approval September 19, 2023 Aye: Mayor Terry D'Arcy, Councilman Cesar Cardenas, Councilman Joe Clement, Councilman Cesar Guerrero, Councilwoman Suzanna Ibarra, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman and Councilwoman Sherri Reardon Absent: Councilman Larry E. Hug MAYOR PRO TEM: A motion was made by Councilman Cesar Cardenas, seconded by Councilman Cesar Guerrero, to appoint Councilwoman Ibarra as Mayor Pro Tem from October 1, 2023 through December 31, 2023. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: Mayor Terry D'Arcy, Councilman Cesar Cardenas, Councilman Joe Clement, Councilman Cesar Guerrero, Councilwoman Suzanna Ibarra, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman and Councilwoman Sherri Reardon COUNCIL COMMITTEE REPORTS: Diversity & Community Relations Councilman Guerro gave an overview and explanation of the items discussed at the September 11, 2023 Diversity & Community Relations Committee Meeting. Link: https://joliet.granicus.com/player/clip/5049? view_id=6&redirect=true&h=5411345fb319949d784fa9599c46bf5d Finance Councilman Mudron gave an overview and explanation of the items discussed at the September 19, 2023 Finance Committee Meeting. Link: https://joliet.granicus.com/player/clip/5059? view_id=6&redirect=true&h=367db0cb2d9de1b77df3a4af726542ad Land Use & Legislative Councilwoman Quillman gave an overview and explanation of the items discussed at the September 14, 2023 Land Use and Legislative Committee Meeting. Link: https://joliet.granicus.com/player/clip/5051? view_id=6&redirect=true&h=4c43bc592ece9d7306a96e35d69d8359 Page 3 of 15 City Council Meeting Meeting Minutes - Pending Approval September 19, 2023 Councilman Hug entered the meeting at approximately 7:35 p.m. 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 Public Service Councilman Mudron gave an overview and explanation of the items discussed at the September 18, 2023 Public Service Committee Meeting. Link: https://joliet.granicus.com/player/clip/5053? view_id=6&redirect=true&h=84570aba19e0b92d7d0dc65ff58326d8 CONSENT AGENDA: Approval of Minutes: Council Meeting - September 5, 2023 Attachments: Council Meeting Minutes - September 5, 2023.pdf Invoices to be Paid Attachments: Invoices to be Paid 09.19.23 Approver Report Position Vacancies 454-23 Attachments: #NEW Social Worker-Fire - Job Description 2023-08-29 Approver Report Award of Contract Renewal of the Community Notification 455-23 System from 7/31/2023 - 7/30/2024 to Will County 9-1-1 System in the amount of $31,125.00 Attachments: Approver Report Award of Contract for the Joliet Street / Ottawa Street 456-23 Streetscape Improvements to PT Ferro Construction Co. in the amount of $113,238.36 Attachments: Approver Report Award of Contract for the Well 17D Emergency 457-23 Rehabilitation to Great Lakes Water Resources Group in the amount of $244,746.00 Page 4 of 15 City Council Meeting Meeting Minutes - Pending Approval September 19, 2023 Attachments: Approver Report Award of Contract for the Replacement of the Redundant 458-23 Drinking Water Master SCADA Equipment to Toric Engineering in the amount of $34,609.00 Attachments: Approver Report Amendment No. 2 for the Professional Services Agreement 459-23 for the Phase III Engineering Services for the Chicago Street Sidewalk Vault Contract 1 to Civiltech Engineering, Inc. in the amount of $21,737.00 Attachments: Approver Report Change Order No. 2 for the Joliet / IL 53 at Emerald Drive 460-23 Contract - Section No. 18-00516-00-CH to PT Ferro Construction Co. in the amount of $232,551.14 Attachments: Approver Report Change Order No. 2 for the Black Road Lift Station 461-23 Modifications Project to Williams Brothers Construction, Inc. in the amount of $107,889.52 Attachments: Approver Report Payment for the Cash Contribution Balance for the 462-23 Feasibility Cost Share Agreement (FCSA) to the Department of the Army in the amount of $45,810.00 Attachments: Approver Report Payment for Utility Relocation Required for IL Route 53 at 463-23 Emerald Drive Improvements to Comcast Cable Communications, Inc. in the amount of $41,209.65 Attachments: Approver Report Purchase of (5) Stair Chairs for the Joliet Fire Department 464-23 from STRYKER in the amount of $60,926.50. Attachments: Xpedition Direct with Trade.pdf Approver Report Request to Upfit Police Squads by Painting Doors at West 465-23 Jeff Auto Sales LLC in the amount of $77,000.00 and Branding Units at Element Graphics & Design Inc. in the amount of $47,491.50 Page 5 of 15 City Council Meeting Meeting Minutes - Pending Approval September 19, 2023 Attachments: Approver Report Professional Service Agreement for the 2025 Water System 466-23 Rehabilitation Program to Baxter & Woodman Inc. in the amount of $846,500.00 Attachments: Approver Report A brief discussion was held regarding Council Memo #454-23: Position Vacancy. Consent Agenda Items Approved A motion was made by Councilwoman Ibarra, seconded by Councilwoman Reardon, 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 AGENDA ITEM: Award of Contract to AVDG for City Council Chambers 468-23 Audio/Visual Upgrade Project in the Amount of $304,158.28 (To Be Tabled) Attachments: AVDG - Contract Documents AVDG - Quote Approver Report A motion was made by Councilman Pat Mudron, seconded by Councilwoman Suzanna Ibarra, to table COUNCIL MEMO #468-23: Award of Contract to AVDG for City Council Chambers Audio/Visual Upgrade Project in the Amount of $304,158.28 to the October 17, 2023 Council Meeting. 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 LICENSES AND PERMIT APPLICATIONS: Transfer of Class “BG” Liquor License at 1987 W. Jefferson 470-23 Street - Jefferson BP Page 6 of 15 City Council Meeting Meeting Minutes - Pending Approval September 19, 2023 Attachments: JEFFERSON BP - 1987 W. JEFFERSON STREET - LIQUOR HEARING FINDINGS REPORT Approver Report Approver Report A lengthy discussion was held regarding bringing this item back before the Council and the issuance of the Class "BG" liquor license. A motion was made by Councilwoman Suzanna Ibarra, seconded by Councilman Pat Mudron, to approve COUNCIL MEMO #470-23: Transfer of Class “BG” Liquor License at 1987 W. Jefferson Street - Jefferson BP. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: Mayor Terry D'Arcy, Councilman Cesar Cardenas, Councilman Cesar Guerrero, Councilwoman Suzanna Ibarra, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman and Councilwoman Sherri Reardon Nay: Councilman Joe Clement and Councilman Larry E. Hug PUBLIC HEARINGS: ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS: ORDINANCES: Ordinance Approving an Amendment to a Special Use Permit 472-23 (Ordinance #11978) to Allow Enrollment of Up to 160 Students in Preschool Through Eighth Grade for an Existing Public Day School, Located at 1205 N. Larkin Avenue (ZBA 2023-48) Attachments: Ordinance - SUP 1205 N Larkin Ave ZBA 2023-48 Staff Report Packet Letters of Reference Ordinance 11978 Floor Plans Zoning Board of Appeals minutes 08_17_23 Approver Report A motion was made by Councilwoman Sherri Reardon, seconded by Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman, to adopt COUNCIL MEMO #472-23: Ordinance Approving an Amendment to a Special Use Permit (Ordinance #11978) to Allow Enrollment of Up to 160 Students in Preschool Through Eighth Grade for an Existing Public Day School, Located at 1205 N. Larkin Avenue (ZBA 2023-48). (ORDINANCE NO. 18539) The motion carried by the following vote: Page 7 of 15 City Council Meeting Meeting Minutes - Pending Approval September 19, 2023 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 Councilman Hug briefly discussed his absence. Ordinance Approving a Special Use Permit to Allow an 473-23 Automotive Service and Repair Facility, Located at 217 E. Clinton Street (ZBA 2023-49) Attachments: Ordinance - SUP 217 E Clinton St ZBA 2023-49 Staff Report Packet Site plan 2023-49 Plat of Survey 2023-49 Zoning Board of Appeals minutes 08_17_23 Approver Report A motion was made by Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman, seconded by Councilwoman Suzanna Ibarra, to adopt COUNCIL MEMO #473-23: Ordinance Approving a Special Use Permit to Allow an Automotive Service and Repair Facility, Located at 217 E. Clinton Street (ZBA 2023-49). (ORDINANCE NO. 18540) 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 the Resubdivision of Lot 3 in 474-23 Laraway Distribution Center Unit 2. Ordinance Approving the Preliminary Plat of Resubdivision of Lot 3 in Laraway Distribution Center Unit 2. (P-7-23) Ordinance Approving the Final Plat of Resubdivision of Lot 3 in Laraway Distribution Center Unit 2. (FP-8-23) Ordinance Approving the Recording Plat of Resubdivision of Lot 3 in Laraway Distribution Center Unit 2. (RP-12-23) Page 8 of 15 City Council Meeting Meeting Minutes - Pending Approval September 19, 2023 Attachments: Preliminary Plat Ordinance - Preliminary Plat Resub Lot 3 Laraway Distribution Center Unit 2 Final Plat Ordinance - Final Plat Resub of Lot 3 Laraway Distribution Center Unit 2 Recording Plat Ordinance - Recording Plat - Resub of Lot 3 Laraway Distribution Center Unit 2 Traffic Study Northern Rowell Truck Access Plan Commission Minutes_08.17.2023 P-7-23 FP-8-23 Staff Report Packet_Plan Commission Approver Report Dan Uebelhor with Cabot Properties spoke regarding the industrial buildings proposed for this site and also addressed the truck traffic concerns. A lengthy discussion was held regarding a turnaround and the need for a dedication of right of way to keep truck traffic off Rowell Road. A motion was made by Councilwoman Suzanna Ibarra, seconded by Councilman Larry E. Hug, to table COUNCIL MEMO #474-23: Ordinances Associated with the Resubdivision of Lot 3 in Laraway Distribution Center Unit 2. Ordinance Approving the Preliminary Plat of Resubdivision of Lot 3 in Laraway Distribution Center Unit 2. (P-7-23) Ordinance Approving the Final Plat of Resubdivision of Lot 3 in Laraway Distribution Center Unit 2. (FP-8-23) Ordinance Approving the Recording Plat of Resubdivision of Lot 3 in Laraway Distribution Center Unit 2. (RP-12-23). 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 Council Memo #474-23 was tabled. Ordinance Amending the 2023 Annual Budget for the City 475-23 Council Chambers Upgrade Project (To Be Tabled) Page 9 of 15 City Council Meeting Meeting Minutes - Pending Approval September 19, 2023 Attachments: Ordinance.pdf Approver Report A motion was made by Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman, seconded by Councilman Cesar Guerrero, to table COUNCIL MEMO #475-23: Ordinance Amending the 2023 Annual Budget for the City Council Chambers Upgrade Project to the October 17, 2023 Council Meeting. 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 Memo #475-23 was tabled to the October 17, 2023 Council Meeting. Ordinance Amending Provisions of the Code of Ordinances 476-23 of the City of Joliet Relating to the Inspector General Attachments: Letter from State's Attorney- Inspector General.pdf Approver Report Ordinance A lengthy discussion was held regarding the suggested amendments to the Code of Ordinances of the City of Joliet Relating to the Inspector General position changing the appointing and dismissal power from the Mayor with the advice of the City Council to the City Manager. A motion was made by Councilman Larry E. Hug, seconded by Councilman Joe Clement, to table COUNCIL MEMO #476-23: Ordinance Amending Provisions of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Joliet Relating to the Inspector General. The motion failed by the following vote: Aye: Councilman Joe Clement, Councilman Larry E. Hug and Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman Nay: Mayor Terry D'Arcy, Councilman Cesar Cardenas, Councilman Cesar Guerrero, Councilwoman Suzanna Ibarra, Councilman Pat Mudron and Councilwoman Sherri Reardon A motion was made by Councilman Cesar Cardenas, seconded by Councilwoman Suzanna Ibarra, to adopt COUNCIL MEMO #476-23: Ordinance Amending Provisions of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Joliet Relating to the Inspector General. (ORDINANCE NO. 18541) The motion carried by the following vote: Page 10 of 15 City Council Meeting Meeting Minutes - Pending Approval September 19, 2023 Aye: Mayor Terry D'Arcy, Councilman Cesar Cardenas, Councilman Cesar Guerrero, Councilwoman Suzanna Ibarra, Councilman Pat Mudron and Councilwoman Sherri Reardon Nay: Councilman Joe Clement, Councilman Larry E. Hug and Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman RESOLUTIONS: Resolution Denying a Request to Designate 14 West 478-23 Jefferson Street as a Local Historic Landmark Attachments: Local Historic Landmark Nomination Form_14 West Jefferson Street Local Landmark Application Supplement Letter 04-26-23 JHPC Minutes 05-24-23 JHPC Minutes 06-28-23 JHPC Minutes 07-26-23 JHPC Minutes JHPC 08-23-23 JHPC Minutes LHD-2-2023_Staff Report_14 W. Jefferson Street August Staff Report Packet Resolution Approver Report A lengthy discussion was held regarding Council's concern that they would be interfering with the governing body of Will County who is the owner of 14 W. Jefferson Street. A motion was made by Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman, seconded by Councilman Cesar Guerrero, to table COUNCIL MEMO #478-23: Resolution Denying a Request to Designate 14 West Jefferson Street as a Local Historic Landmark to the October 3, 2023 Council Meeting. The motion failed by the following vote: Aye: Councilman Cesar Guerrero and Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman Nay: Mayor Terry D'Arcy, Councilman Cesar Cardenas, Councilman Joe Clement, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilwoman Suzanna Ibarra, Councilman Pat Mudron and Councilwoman Sherri Reardon A motion was made by Councilman Larry E. Hug, seconded by Councilman Joe Clement, to adopt COUNCIL MEMO #478-23: Resolution Denying a Request to Designate 14 West Jefferson Street as a Local Historic Landmark. (RESOLUTION NO. 7917) Page 11 of 15 City Council Meeting Meeting Minutes - Pending Approval September 19, 2023 The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: Mayor Terry D'Arcy, Councilman Cesar Cardenas, Councilman Joe Clement, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilwoman Suzanna Ibarra, Councilman Pat Mudron and Councilwoman Sherri Reardon Nay: Councilman Cesar Guerrero and Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman COUNCIL MEMO #478-23 denied a request to designate 14 W. Jefferson as a Local Historic Landmark Let the Record show that Councilwoman Quillman changed her vote on Council Memo #478-23 from Aye to Nay. Mayor D'Arcy made a commitment to discuss with the Will County Executive concerning formalizing the River's Edge tax credits. Councilman Hug explained there has not been any formal discuss held concerning a city-county campus. A brief discussion was held regarding this topic and redevelopment options. A Resolution Requesting Authorization to Enter into a 479-23 Regular 2023 Justice Assistance Grant Intergovernmental Agreement between the City of Joliet and Will County Attachments: Resolution Approver Report Interagency Agreement Justice Assistance Grant.pdf A motion was made by Councilman Cesar Guerrero, seconded by Councilman Joe Clement, to adopt COUNCIL MEMO #479-23: A Resolution Requesting Authorization to Enter into a Regular 2023 Justice Assistance Grant Intergovernmental Agreement between the City of Joliet and Will County. (RESOLUTION NO. 7918) 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 an Intergovernmental Agreement with 480-23 the Forest Preserve District of Will County for an Extension of the Rock Run Greenway Trail to Olympic Boulevard Attachments: Resolution DRAFT IA 08.03.23 Approver Report Page 12 of 15 City Council Meeting Meeting Minutes - Pending Approval September 19, 2023 A motion was made by Councilwoman Sherri Reardon, seconded by Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman, to adopt COUNCIL MEMO #480-23: Resolution Approving an Intergovernmental Agreement with the Forest Preserve District of Will County for an Extension of the Rock Run Greenway Trail to Olympic Boulevard. (RESOLUTION NO. 7919) 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 Acquisition of Right-of-Way for the 481-23 Olympic Boulevard Improvement Project Parcels 0011, 0012, 0013, 0014, 0016, 0020 Attachments: Resolution Olympic Acquisition Exhibit A -Parcel 0011.pdf Olympic Acquisition Exhibit B - Parcel 0012.pdf Olympic Acquisition Exhibit C -Parcel 0013.pdf Olympic Acquisition Exhibit D -Parcel 0014.pdf Olympic Acquisition Exhibit E -Parcel 0016.pdf Olympic Acquisition Exhibit F -Parcel 0020.pdf Approver Report A motion was made by Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman, seconded by Councilman Cesar Guerrero, to adopt COUNCIL MEMO #481-23: Resolution Approving the Acquisition of Right-of-Way for the Olympic Boulevard Improvement Project Parcels 0011, 0012, 0013, 0014, 0016, 0020. (RESOLUTION NO. 7920) 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 Subrecipient Award Agreement 482-23 between Will County and City of Joliet for the Rosalind Street Culvert Replacement Attachments: Resolution Subrecipient Agreement.pdf Approver Report Page 13 of 15 City Council Meeting Meeting Minutes - Pending Approval September 19, 2023 A motion was made by Councilman Cesar Guerrero, seconded by Councilwoman Suzanna Ibarra, to adopt COUNCIL MEMO #482-23: Resolution Approving the Subrecipient Award Agreement between Will County and City of Joliet for the Rosalind Street Culvert Replacement. (RESOLUTION NO. 7921) 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 License Agreement with Wisconsin 483-23 Central Ltd. dba CN Rail Concerning the Collins Street Water Main Improvements Project in the amount of $12,200.00 Attachments: Resolution P-11868 License Joliet IL Matteson sub MP 0.45 Approver Report A motion was made by Councilwoman Suzanna Ibarra, seconded by Councilman Cesar Guerrero, to adopt COUNCIL MEMO #483-23: Resolution Approving a License Agreement with Wisconsin Central Ltd. dba CN Rail Concerning the Collins Street Water Main Improvements Project in the amount of $12,200.00. (RESOLUTION NO. 7922) 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 Councilman Hug existed the meeting at approximately 9:31 p.m. CITY MANAGER: The Interim City Manager congratulated the Latino Economic Development Association on the Fiesta and highlighted the upcoming Mexican Independence Parade. He informed Council the consultant will give an update on the downtown parking study and the Illinois Service Commission on Volunteerism Governor's Hometown Sign Presentation will be at the next meeting. PUBLIC COMMENTS: Mary White spoke regarding Riverwalk apartments and her personal story of the opportunity given to her by staying at Riverwalk (Evergreen Terrace). Page 14 of 15 City Council Meeting Meeting Minutes - Pending Approval September 19, 2023 MAYOR AND COUNCIL COMMENTS: Councilman Cardenas thanked everyone for their support of the Fiesta En La Calle and the Joliet Park District and Foundation for the reconstruction of the park located at Parkwood and Route 6. Councilman Clement expressed his respect and appreciate for everyone on the Council. Councilman Guerrero highlighted the Fiesta En La Calle, the Mexican Independence Parade, and Pridefest. He thanked the Mayor for bringing everyone together on the resubdivision and discussed the importance of the old courthouse location to the revitalization of downtown . Councilwoman Ibarra thanked the constituents of District 5 for their involvement and staff for addressing their concerns. She also highlighted Pride month. Councilman Mudron also highlighted the ribbon cutting for the park located Parkwood and Route 6. Councilwoman Quillman highlighted the Festival En La Calle and a salsa dance lesson event at the old courthouse. She concurred with Councilman Clement's comments. Councilwoman Reardon discussed a meeting with Messiah Lutheran Church and the possibility of loosing the church and a volunteer program Saluting Branches at the Abraham Lincoln Cemetery. Mayor highlighted Rainbow Push Coalition for youth programs, Denise Winfrey receiving the Latino Award, Ecolab Celebration of 50th Anniversary of the Joliet plant, Live Well Community Day with the National Hookup of Black Women, and meeting with HUD. ADJOURNMENT: A motion was made by Councilwoman Suzanna Ibarra, seconded by Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman, to adjourn. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: Mayor Terry D'Arcy, Councilman Cesar Cardenas, Councilman Joe Clement, Councilman Cesar Guerrero, Councilwoman Suzanna Ibarra, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman and Councilwoman Sherri Reardon Absent: Councilman Larry E. Hug Page 15 of 15