City Council Meeting

City of Joliet 150 West Jefferson Street Joliet, IL 60432 Meeting Minutes - Final Tuesday, March 4, 2025 6:30 PM City Hall, Council Chambers City Council Meeting MAYOR TERRY D'ARCY MAYOR PRO-TEM COUNCILMAN JOE CLEMENT (1/1/2025 - 3/31/2025) COUNCILMAN CESAR CARDENAS COUNCILMAN CESAR GUERRERO COUNCILMAN LARRY E. HUG COUNCILWOMAN SUZANNA IBARRA COUNCILMAN PAT MUDRON COUNCILWOMAN JAN HALLUMS QUILLMAN COUNCILWOMAN SHERRI REARDON City Manager - Beth Beatty Interim Corporation Counsel - Todd Lenzie City Clerk - Lauren O'Hara City Council Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final March 4, 2025 Page 1 of 1 City Council Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final March 4, 2025 Citizens who are unable to attend the meeting can email comments in advance of the meeting to publiccomment@joliet.gov. INVOCATION: Jeff DeVries, Pray Joliet PLEDGE TO THE FLAG: ROLL CALL: Councilman Mudron entered the meeting at approximately 6:50 p.m. Present: 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 Absent: Councilman Pat Mudron ALSO PRESENT: City Manager Beth Beatty and Interim Corporation Counsel Todd Lenzie. PRESENTATION: 2025 Water Main Replacement Program – Presented by Allison Swisher, Director of Public Utilities Attachments: Approver Report Director of Public Utilities Allison Swisher gave a lengthy presentation on the 2025 Water Main Replacement Program, background, goals, lead service line replacement, schedule, and construction communication plan. MAYOR: Proclamation Recognizing Colorectal Cancer Month Attachments: Proclamation Recognizing Colorectal Cancer Month.pdf Approver Report Councilwoman Jan Quillman read a Proclamation issued by Mayor D'Arcy recognizing March as Colorectal Cancer Month. Wenora Johnson thanked the Mayor and Council for their recognition. She gave a brief overview of her cancer experience and statistics for colorectal cancer. Councilman Mudron entered the meeting at approximately 6:50 p.m. Proclamation for Illinois Athletic Trainers Association Attachments: Proclamation for Illinois Athletic Trainers Association.pdf Approver Report Councilman Hug read a Proclamation issued by Mayor D'Arcy recognizing March as Illinois Athletic Trainers Association Month. Page 1 of 12 City Council Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final March 4, 2025 Dr. Brandon Gonzales thanked the Mayor and Council for their recognition and spoke regarding the benefits of athletic trainers' services. APPROVAL OF AGENDA: A motion was made by Councilwoman Suzanna Ibarra, seconded by Councilman Cesar Guerrero, 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, 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: None. APPOINTMENTS: Appointment to Joliet Public Library Board Attachments: Appointment to Joliet Public Library Board.pdf Approver Report A motion was made by Councilwoman Suzanna Ibarra, seconded by Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman, to appoint Katie Gulas to Joliet Public Library Board replacing Carla Montagano-Liburdi. 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: Public Assets Councilwoman Ibarra gave an overview and explanation of the items discussed at the February 25, 2025 Public Assets Committee meeting. Link: https://joliet.granicus.com/player/clip/5668?view_id=6&redirect=true Public Safety Councilman Clement gave an overview and explanation of the items discussed at the March Page 2 of 12 City Council Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final March 4, 2025 4, 2025 Public Safety Committee meeting. Link: https://joliet.granicus.com/player/clip/5675?view_id=6&redirect=true Public Service Councilman Hug gave an overview and explanation of the items discussed at the March 3, 2025 Public Service Committee meeting. Link: https://joliet.granicus.com/player/clip/5672?view_id=6&redirect=true CONSENT AGENDA: Approval of Minutes: Council Meeting - February 18, 2025 Attachments: Council Meeting Minutes - February 18, 2025.pdf Approver Report Invoices to be Paid Attachments: Invoices 03.04.25 Approver Report Award of Professional Services Agreement for the 2025 157-25 Sanitary Sewer Investigations Program, to RJN Group Inc. in the Amount of $539,650.00 Attachments: Joliet 2025 Sewer Investigations Program Proposal.pdf Approver Report Award of Professional Services Agreement for the 2025 158-25 Water Loss Control Technical Assistance Program to Cavanaugh & Associates PA in the Amount of $511,140.00 Attachments: PSA - 2025 Water Loss Program - COJ Contract & Cavanaugh Proposal.pdf Approver Report Award of Professional Services Agreement for Water 159-25 Treatment Residual Rule Compliance Assistance to Duffield Consulting Engineers LTD in the Amount of $63,874.00 Attachments: Agreement for Professional Services - Duffield.pdf Approver Report Award of Professional Services Agreement for the Route 66 160-25 Page 3 of 12 City Council Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final March 4, 2025 Park at Broadway Street Greenway Improvements, Survey and Design Phase, to Geotech Engineering Inc. in the Amount of $32,500. Attachments: Geotech - RFQ - Phase II Route 66 Park at The Broadway St Greenway.pdf Approver Report Purchase and Installation of 17 Windows for Fire Station 1 161-25 from Dutchman Contracting Corporation in the Amount of $32,000.00 Attachments: Approver Report Purchase and Installation of Flooring for Fire Station 9 from 162-25 Integrity Concrete Coatings in the amount of $30,212.00 Attachments: Approver Report Advanced Traffic Management System - Phase B - Network 163-25 Switch Materials Purchase Order No. 1 - MFT Section Number 21-00546-04-TL - To Heartland Business Systems in the Amount of $79,430.81 Attachments: Approver Report Change Order No. 1 for the Broadway, Center, and Western 164-25 Water Main Improvements Project to PT Ferro Construction Co. for Adjustment of Project Completion Dates Attachments: Approver Report Change Order No. 2 for the Parkview North Water Main 165-25 Improvements Project to PT Ferro Construction Co. for a Decreased Amount of ($370,112.94) Attachments: Approver Report Consent Agenda Items Approved A motion was made by Councilman Clement, 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 AGENDA ITEM: Page 4 of 12 City Council Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final March 4, 2025 Award of Contract for the Wesmere Valve Bolts Replacement 167-25 Project to Stip Bros Excavating Inc. in the Amount of $1,139,875.00 Attachments: Approver Report A motion was made by Councilman Cesar Cardenas, seconded by Councilwoman Suzanna Ibarra, to approve COUNCIL MEMO #167-25: Award of Contract for the Wesmere Valve Bolts Replacement Project to Stip Bros Excavating Inc. in the Amount of $1,139,875.00 as amended with the following: The City may, by written order to the Contractor, terminate the contract or any portion thereof, if an Arbitrator or Judge issues a written order that directs the City to cease the work of the Contractor on the project referenced herein. 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 and Councilwoman Sherri Reardon Abstain: Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman Award of Contract for the Fairmont Water and Sewer 168-25 Extension Project to Steve Spiess Construction Inc. in the Amount of $2,055,015.08 and Amendment No. 1 to the Professional Services Agreement for the Engineering Design Services for Fairmont Water and Sewer Extension Project to V3 Companies in the Amount of $150,000.00 Attachments: Approver Report At the request of Councilman Guerrero, Ms. Swisher gave a brief explanation of the acquisition of the water and sewer system in the Fairmont area. In addition, Councilman Hug briefly discussed the previous Fairmont area acquisition. A motion was made by Councilwoman Sherri Reardon, seconded by Councilman Cesar Guerrero, to approve COUNCIL MEMO #168-25: Award of Contract for the Fairmont Water and Sewer Extension Project to Steve Spiess Construction Inc. in the Amount of $2,055,015.08 and Amendment No. 1 to the Professional Services Agreement for the Engineering Design Services for Fairmont Water and Sewer Extension Project to V3 Companies in the Amount of $150,000.00. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: Councilman Cesar Cardenas, Councilman Joe Clement, Councilman Cesar Guerrero, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Mayor Terry D'Arcy, Councilwoman Suzanna Ibarra, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman and Councilwoman Sherri Reardon Page 5 of 12 City Council Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final March 4, 2025 Purchase and Upfit of Twenty-Two (22) Ford 2025 Ford 169-25 Explorer Pursuit Interceptor Vehicles, Twenty-One (21) for the Police Department and One (1) vehicle for the Fire Department, in an Amount Not to Exceed $1,428,002.70. Attachments: Approver Report A motion was made by Councilman Larry E. Hug, seconded by Councilwoman Suzanna Ibarra, to approve COUNCIL MEMO #169-25: Purchase and Upfit of Twenty-Two (22) Ford 2025 Ford Explorer Pursuit Interceptor Vehicles, Twenty-One (21) for the Police Department and One (1) vehicle for the Fire Department, in an Amount Not to Exceed $1,428,002.70. 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: ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS: ORDINANCES: Ordinance Amending Chapter 4, Article II, Section 4-15, 171-25 Ordinance of the City of Joliet Code of Ordinances Attachments: Liquor License Class N Ordinance.docx Approver Report A motion was made by Councilman Larry E. Hug, seconded by Councilwoman Suzanna Ibarra, to adopt COUNCIL MEMO #171-25: Ordinance Amending Chapter 4, Article II, Section 4-15, Ordinance of the City of Joliet Code of Ordinances. (ORDINANCE NO. 18727) The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: Councilman Cesar Cardenas, Councilman Joe Clement, Councilman Cesar Guerrero, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilwoman Suzanna Ibarra, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman, Councilwoman Sherri Reardon and Mayor Terry D'Arcy Ordinance Amending Chapter 4, Article II, Section 4-26, 172-25 Ordinance Of The City Of Joliet Code Of Ordinances Attachments: Ordinance BG Amendment Approver Report Page 6 of 12 City Council Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final March 4, 2025 A motion was made by Councilwoman Sherri Reardon, seconded by Councilman Cesar Cardenas, to adopt COUNCIL MEMO #172-25: Ordinance Amending Chapter 4, Article II, Section 4-26, Ordinance Of The City Of Joliet Code Of Ordinances. (ORDINANCE NO. 18728) 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 Nay: Councilman Larry E. Hug Ordinance Approving a Special Use Permit to Allow a 173-25 Staffing Agency, Located at 1504 Essington Road, Unit 3 (ZBA 2024-37) Attachments: Ordinance - Special Use Permit ZBA 2024-37 ZBA Staff Report Packet 2024-37 Zoning Board of Appeals Minutes 08-15-24 Approver Report A motion was made by Councilwoman Suzanna Ibarra, seconded by Councilman Larry E. Hug, to deny COUNCIL MEMO #173-25: Ordinance Approving a Special Use Permit to Allow a Staffing Agency, Located at 1504 Essington Road, Unit 3 (ZBA 2024-37). 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 #173-25: Ordinance Approving a Special Use Permit to Allow a Staffing Agency, Located at 1504 Essington Road, Unit 3 (ZBA 2024-37) was Denied. RESOLUTIONS: Resolution to Accept and Implement the 2024 Justice 175-25 Assistance Grant Attachments: Resolution Complete JAG IGA 2024 Approver Report A motion was made by Councilman Cesar Guerrero, seconded by Councilman Joe Clement, to adopt COUNCIL MEMO #175-25: Resolution to Accept and Implement the 2024 Justice Assistance Grant. (RESOLUTION NO. 8106) Page 7 of 12 City Council Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final March 4, 2025 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 Memorandum of Agreement 176-25 between Heritage Corridor Convention and Visitors Bureau and the City of Joliet for Sidewalk Circulation and Visitor Experience Enhancements at Route 66 Park at Broadway Street Greenway Attachments: Resolution MOA RT66 FY25 coj broadway.docx Round 4 Improvements Presentation.pdf Approver Report A motion was made by Councilwoman Sherri Reardon, seconded by Councilwoman Suzanna Ibarra, to adopt COUNCIL MEMO #176-25: Resolution Approving a Memorandum of Agreement between Heritage Corridor Convention and Visitors Bureau and the City of Joliet for Sidewalk Circulation and Visitor Experience Enhancements at Route 66 Park at Broadway Street Greenway. (RESOLUTION NO. 8107) 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 to Reprogram Community Development Block 177-25 Grant Funds, and Submit HUD Substantial Amendment to Program Year 2024 Annual Action Plan Attachments: Resolution Exhibit A Substantial Amendment.pdf Public Notice. Hearing. Substantial Amendment 2024.docx Final CDBG Program Year 2024 AAP.pdf Approver Report A motion was made by Councilman Cesar Cardenas, seconded by Councilman Cesar Guerrero, to adopt COUNCIL MEMO #177-25: Resolution to Reprogram Community Development Block Grant Funds, and Submit HUD Substantial Amendment to Program Year 2024 Annual Action Plan. (RESOLUTION NO. 8108) Page 8 of 12 City Council Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final March 4, 2025 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 Appropriating Rebuild Illinois Bond Funds for the 178-25 Advanced Traffic Management System - Phase B Network Switch Materials Purchase Order No. 1 - MFT Section No. 21-00546-04-TL in the Amount of $79,430.81 Attachments: Resolution Approver Report A motion was made by Councilwoman Sherri Reardon, seconded by Councilman Joe Clement, to adopt COUNCIL MEMO #178-25: Resolution Appropriating Rebuild Illinois Bond Funds for the Advanced Traffic Management System - Phase B Network Switch Materials Purchase Order No. 1 - MFT Section No. 21-00546-04-TL in the Amount of $79,430.81. (RESOLUTION NO. 8109) The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: Mayor Terry D'Arcy, Councilman Joe Clement, Councilman Cesar Guerrero, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilman Cesar Cardenas, Councilwoman Suzanna Ibarra, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman and Councilwoman Sherri Reardon Resolution Approving an Intergovernmental Agreement with 179-25 the County of Will for the Maintenance of Traffic Signals at the Intersection of Renwick Road and Olde Renwick Trail Attachments: Resolution Renwick Old Renwick IGA.docx Approver Report A motion was made by Councilman Larry E. Hug, seconded by Councilwoman Suzanna Ibarra, to adopt COUNCIL MEMO #179-25: Resolution Approving an Intergovernmental Agreement with the County of Will for the Maintenance of Traffic Signals at the Intersection of Renwick Road and Olde Renwick Trail. (RESOLUTION NO. 8110) The motion carried by the following vote: Page 9 of 12 City Council Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final March 4, 2025 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: Issuance of Class “N” Liquor License at 3039 Theodore 181-25 Street - Ceramic Creations Attachments: CERAMIC CREATIONS - LIQUOR HEARING FINDINGS - JANUARY 8, 2025.pdf Approver Report A motion was made by Councilman Larry E. Hug, seconded by Councilwoman Suzanna Ibarra, to approve COUNCIL MEMO #181-25: Issuance of Class “N” Liquor License at 3039 Theodore Street - Ceramic Creations. 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 “A” Liquor License at 1401 Gateway 182-25 Boulevard - Hollywood Joliet Casino Attachments: HC JOLIET, LLC - 1401 GATEWAY BOULEVARD - LIQUOR HEARING FINDINGS.pdf Approver Report A motion was made by Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman, seconded by Councilwoman Suzanna Ibarra, to approve COUNCIL MEMO #182-25: Issuance of Class “A” Liquor License at 1401 Gateway Boulevard - Hollywood Joliet Casino. 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 950 Collins Street - 183-25 Delgado Sports Bar Page 10 of 12 City Council Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final March 4, 2025 Attachments: DELGADO SPORTS 950 COLLINS STREET - LIQUOR HEARING FINDINGS.pdf Approver Report A motion was made by Councilman Cesar Cardenas, seconded by Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman, to approve COUNCIL MEMO #183-25: Issuance of Class “B” Liquor License at 950 Collins Street - Delgado Sports Bar. 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 City Manager highlighted the Chamber's Annual Awards Dinner, Chamber of Commerce luncheon, Employee Appreciation Day, and International Women's Day. PUBLIC COMMENTS: Trista Brown spoke regarding Black History Month and individuals that were found in the DesPlaines River. A resident spoke regarding Black History Month and presented Councilwoman Quillman with a thank you gift. MAYOR AND COUNCIL COMMENTS: Councilman Cardenas highlighted an RFP for Union Station. Councilman Clement and Ms. Swisher discussed manholes needing repaired near six-corners. He spoke regarding repaired potholes, replacing deteriorated barricades along the river wall, and businesses on the south end of Chicago Street needing assistance . Councilman Guerrero spoke regarding the Everbridge Communication System. Councilman Hug encouraged residents in his district to contact him with potholes issues. He spoke regarding an emergency water hook up agreement Joliet has with Elwood. Councilwoman Ibarra spoke regarding community and thanked staff for getting her resident's issues resolved. Councilman Mudron highlighted Joliet West and Joliet Central IHSA State Championship wrestlers and Joliet Catholic placing 3rd in the State team event. Councilwoman Quillman highlighted the Chamber's Annual Awards Dinner, Chamber's luncheon, Black History Month Award Dinner, St. Baldricks, and Chefs' Tasting for United Cerebral Palsy. Page 11 of 12 City Council Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final March 4, 2025 Councilwoman Reardon highlighted the Chamber luncheon, Community Emergency Response Team. She wished Beth Beatty Happy Birthday, Mayor D'Arcy highlighted the Chamber's Award Dinner, the Fire Department installing life rings along the DesPlaines River, and Pray Joliet ADJOURNMENT: A motion was made by Councilman Larry E. Hug, seconded by Councilwoman Suzanna Ibarra, to adjourn. 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 12 of 12