Communication, Technology & Information Systems Committee
Regular MeetingJoliet, IL · August 4, 2020
Minutes
150 West Jefferson Street
City of Joliet Joliet, IL 60432
Communication, Technology &
Information Systems Committee
Meeting Minutes - Final
Committee Members
Sherri Reardon
Bettye Gavin
Michael F. Turk
Tuesday, August 4, 2020 5:00 PM Police Department Community Room
ROLL CALL
Present Sherri Reardon, Bettye Gavin, and Michael F. Turk
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
A motion was made by Sherri Reardon, seconded by Bettye Gavin, to approve COUNCIL
MEMO #TMP-0312: CTIS Committee Meeting Minutes March 11, 2020. The motion carried
by the following vote:
Aye: Reardon, Gavin, and Turk
TMP-0312
Attachments: CTIS Minutes 031120
AXON PROJECT UPDATE
David Braner, CIO provided an update about the Axon installation project for the city’s emergency services
vehicles. The IT Department is updating the technology in all the Police squad vehicles and Fire
Department apparatuses. Every Fire Department vehicles that should have a laptop in it has been
updated. As of 8/4/20, 61 out of 150 Police squads are complete. The plan for completion is by
Thanksgiving. IT is conducting one-on-one training sessions and providing quick reference cards to be kept
in every squad. Mr. Braner stated that IT is in the process of building the network foundation for the
additional video storage capacity needs.
TMP-0313
Attachments: Axon Quick Reference Guide v1 072420
AxonMic+CameraQuickGuide
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Communication, Technology & Information
Meeting Minutes - Final August 4, 2020
Systems Committee
MICROSOFT LICENSING
Chris Sternal, IT Manager gave an update about the city’s Microsoft License renewal. Mr. Sternal stated
that the city’s Microsoft licensing renewal is coming up in October 2020 which is purchased through
CDW’s. CDW only allows the city to modify the agreement once a year. This year, IT will continue
purchasing the Microsoft Enterprise Agreement through CDW but will also include purchasing some
software license from Heartland. Heartland will allow flexibility for changes throughout the year.
MANAGED PRINT RFP
Chris Sternal, IT Manager provided an update regarding the managed print services agreement with Martin
Whalen. Currently, the city spends $89,000 per year on printer services which consists of printers, supplies,
and technical support. The printer agreement is due for renewal at the end of 2020, therefore, Mr. Sternal and
the Purchasing department are working on a Request For Proposal
VUEWORKS ASSET MANAGEMENT PROJECT
David Braner, CIO provided information regarding an asset management software named VueWorks. Mr.
Braner stated that the city uses different databases for asset management. Mr. Braner stated that IT will
be using VueWorks for inventory fleet management which would consolidating the various public safety
vehicles databases into one. As inventory tracking matures, the city could use the additional functionality
VueWorks has to offer.
COMCAST FIBER FOR WEST PD
Chris Sternal, IT Manager will be submitting a council memo at the 8/18/20 City Council Meeting regarding the
Comcast contract information for fiber installation at the West Police Department. Mr. Sternal stated that the
contract terms are $34,000 for 36 months and asked for a recommendation to move to full council for
approval.
Motion/Vote: Betty put motions forward for full approval Mike 2nd: Recommend to full council. All in favor.
A motion was made by Bettye Gavin, seconded by Michael F. Turk, to approve COUNCIL
MEMO #TMP-0315. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: Reardon, Gavin, and Turk
TMP-0315
Attachments: City of Joliet Fiber Quote 6-4-2020
CITIZENS TO BE HEARD ON AGENDA ITEMS
None present
PUBLIC COMMENT
None
NEW OR OLD BUSINESS, NOT FOR FINAL ACTION OR
RECOMMENDATION
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Communication, Technology & Information
Meeting Minutes - Final August 4, 2020
Systems Committee
CLOSED SESSION to discuss the following subjects:
None
ADJOURNMENT
A motion was made by Michael F. Turk, seconded by Bettye Gavin, to adjourn. The motion
carried by the following vote:
Aye: Reardon, Gavin, and Turk
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Agenda
City of Joliet
Communication, Technology & Information Systems Committee
Meeting Agenda
Committee Members
Sherri Reardon
Bettye Gavin
Michael F. Turk
Tuesday, August 4, 2020 5:00 PM Police Department Community
Room
ROLE CALL
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
CTIS Committee Meeting Minutes March 11, 2020
Attachments: CTIS Minutes 031120
AXON PROJECT UPDATE
Axon Project Documents
Attachments: Axon Quick Reference Guide v1 072420
AxonMic+CameraQuickGuide
MICROSOFT LICENSING
MANAGED PRINT RFP
VUEWORKS ASSET MANAGEMENT PROJECT
COMCAST FIBER FOR WEST PD
City of Joliet Fiber Quote 6-4-2020
Attachments: City of Joliet Fiber Quote 6-4-2020
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Communication, Technology & Meeting Agenda August 4, 2020
Information Systems Committee
CITIZENS TO BE HEARD ON AGENDA ITEMS
PUBLIC COMMENT
NEW OR OLD BUSINESS, NOT FOR FINAL ACTION OR
RECOMMENDATION
CLOSED SESSION to discuss the following subjects:
ADJOURNMENT
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