North Chicago City Council met Monday, Feb. 27.
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Regular Meeting, Monday, February 27, 2017
MINUTES
The City Council of North Chicago met in a Regular Meeting Monday, February 27, 2017 at 8:04 p.m. in the City Council Chambers at 1850 Lewis Avenue with Mayor Rockingham, Jr., presiding.I. CALL TO ORDERII. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCEIII. INVOCATION
IV. ROLL CALLUpon roll call being taken, the following members were present:Present: Fisher, Mayfield, Evans, Allen, Markham, Runnels, January
Absent: None
V. MINUTES5-1 The Regular Council Meeting, February 06, 2017; 7:00 p.m. was modified and presented in typewritten form by the City Clerk, Lori L. Collins.MOTION:
Alderman Allen moved, seconded by Alderman Evans that Regular Council Meeting, February 06, 2017; 7:00 p.m. be passed as presented.MOTION CARRIED BY VOICE VOTEVI. OMNIBUS VOTE AGENDA
6-1 Treasurer’s Report – January, 20176-1A Department Head Reports – January, 20176-2 Proclamation, March 2017 as Certified Government Financial Manager MonthThe Mayor stated, was informed to remove 6-2 from Omnibus Vote Agenda.Alderman Runnels moved, seconded by Alderman Fisher to approve items 6-1 and 6-1A of the Omnibus Vote Agenda as presented.ROLL CALL:
Ayes: Fisher, Mayfield, Evans, Allen, Markham, Runnels, January
Nays: None
Absent: None
MOTION CARRIED
VII. REGULAR AGENDA
7-1 CONSIDERATION AND POSSIBLE APPROVAL OF A REQUEST TO AWARD A CONTRACT TO BP & T COMPANY IN THE AMOUNT OF $296,362.18 FOR WORK ASSOCIATED WITH SURFACE IMPROVEMENTS AT THE WATER TREATMENT PLANT
Alderman Evans moved, seconded by Alderman Allen to approve the authorization of the Mayor to finalize and sign a contract with BP & T Company of Mount Prospect, IL for surface finish improvements at the Water Treatment Plant in the amount of $296,362.18 and that a 3% contingency fund of $9,000 also be added, for a total authorization of $305,362.18.
Note: BP & T Company was the lowest qualified bidder among three and has provided documentation outlining their plan to meet the established DBE Goal of 20% minority participation for this project.
ROLL CALL:
Ayes: Fisher, Mayfield, Evans, Allen, Markham, Runnels, January
Nays: None
Absent: NoneMOTION CARRIED
7-2 CONSIDERATION AND POSSIBLE APPROVAL OF RELEASE TO LEASE A 2017 GENESIS G80 FROM KNAUZ, FOR A PERIOD OF 36 MONTHS, AT $524.00 PER MONTH. THIS ADMINSTRATION VEHICLE WOULD BE ASSIGNED TO THE MAYORAlderman Evans, moved, seconded by Alderman Mayfield to authorize the Mayor to finalize and sign a three-year lease agreement for an Administration vehicle with Knauz Motor Sales/Genesis Finance of Lake Bluff, IL for a 2017 Hundai Genesis G80, with a monthly payment of $523.83 for 36 months and that the Comptroller prepare a check in the amount of $523.83 for the first month lease payment which is due at delivery.Note: This vehicle shall be assigned to the Mayor.ROLL CALL:
Ayes: Fisher, Mayfield, Evans, Runnels
Nays: Allen, Markham, January
Absent: NoneMOTION CARRIED
7-3 CONSIDERATION AND POSSIBLE APPROVAL OF A FINANCING PLAN WITH LAKE FOREST BANK/NORTH CHICAGO COMMUNITY BANK TOTALING $232,734.00 FOR THE PURCHASE AND BUILD OUT OF SIX NEW PURSUIT VEHICLES NEEDED BY THE POLICE DEPARTMENT, WITH 36 MONTHLY INSTALLMENTS OF $6,773.92, FOR A TOTAL COST OF $243,861.12
Alderman Evans moved, seconded by Alderman Mayfield to approve the authorization of the Mayor to finalize and sign a finance agreement with Lake Forest Bank totaling $243,861.12 for the purchase and build out of (6) 2017 police interceptor vehicles, with repayment over three (3) years at 3.05%.Note: The monthly payment for this obligation is calculated to be $6,773.92 and will be an annually budgeted expense beginning with FY 2017/2018.
ROLL CALL:
Ayes: Fisher, Mayfield, Evans, Allen, Markham, Runnels
Nays: January
Absent: None
MOTION CARRIED
7-4 CONSIDERATION AND POSSIBLE APPROVAL OF A REQUEST TO PURCHASE SIX (6) 2017 FORD EXPLORER POLICE PURSUIT VEHICLES IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $166,456.00
Alderman Evans moved, seconded by Alderman Mayfield to approve the authorization of the Mayor to finalize and sign an agreement with Highland Park Ford for the purchase of six (6) 2017 Ford Explorer police interceptor vehicles at the cost of $27,204 each, for a total cost of $163,244.00 and that bidding requirements be waived for this procurement.
Note: Highland Park Ford’s quote is $36.00 per vehicle higher that the low bid awarded by the Northwest Municipal Coop Purchasing group to Currie Motors of New Lenox in 2015. However, when all costs are taken into consideration, including Staff’s time and expenses to drive to New Lenox and shuttle all six vehicles from New Lenox to North Chicago; it is staff’s position that purchasing the vehicles locally from Highland Park Ford in Lake Bluff is the better and lower cost decision.
COMMENTS/QUESTIONS:
Alderman January had strong concerns per open meetings act with the motion not amended properly. Attorney Silverman explained that the item was placed on the agenda with a different auto dealership although properly amended and motioned.
ROLL CALL:
Ayes: Fisher, Mayfield, Evans, Allen, Markham, Runnels
Nays: January
Absent: None
MOTION CARRIED
7-5 CONSIDERATION AND POSSIBLE APPROVAL, OF A REQUEST TO AWARD A CONTRACT TO HAVEY COMMUNICATIONS OF LAKE BLUFF FOR THE BUILD OUT OF SIX (6) 2017 FORD EXPLORER POLICE PURSUIT VEHICLES IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $66,278.00Alderman Evans moved, seconded by Alderman Mayfield to authorize the Mayor to finalize and sign a contract award with Havey Communications of Lake Bluff for the build out of six (6) 2017 Ford Explorer police interceptor vehicles at the cost not to exceed $11,046.40 each, for a total cost not to exceed $66,278.00 and that the bidding requirements be waived.ROLL CALL:
Ayes: Fisher, Mayfield, Evans, Allen, Markham, Runnels
Nays: January
Absent: NoneMOTION CARRIED
7-6 AUTHORIZATION OF THE EMERGENCY OPERATING PLAN (EOP)Alderman Mayfield moved, seconded by Alderman Allen to approve the authorization of the Emergency Operating Plan (EOP).ROLL CALL:
Ayes: Fisher, Mayfield, Evans, Allen, Markham, Runnels, January
Nays: None
Absent: None
MOTION CARRIED
7-7 CONSIDERATION AND POSSIBLE APPROVAL, RESOLUTION CONCERNING DESTRUCTION OF CERTAIN CLOSED SESSION VERBATIM RECORDS
Alderman January moved, seconded by Alderman Runnels that item 7-7 was continued to March 06, 2017.MOTION CARRIED BY VOICE VOTE7-8 PETITION FOR MAP AMENDMENT, PETITION FOR VARIANCE; 1325 VICTORIA
Alderman Fisher moved, seconded by Alderman Runnels to approve the Petition for Map Amendment and for the Variance at 1325 Victoria.ROLL CALL:
Ayes: Fisher, Mayfield, Evans, Allen, Markham, Runnels, January
Nays: None
Absent: None
MOTION CARRIED
VIII. CITY BILLS8-1 REGULAR CITY BILLS 02/27/17
MOTION:Alderman Runnels moved, seconded by Alderman Allen to pay the bills of Council Run, 02/27/17 in the amount of $393,643.37 when funds become available.COMMENTS/QUESTIONS:
Alderman January questioned Interim Comptroller, Mary Wells if funds were available and when they would be disbursed. Ms. Wells acknowledged its availability. The checks were to be issued within the week. The expenditures were under budget.ROLL CALL:
Ayes: Fisher, Mayfield, Evans, Allen, Markham, Runnels, January
Nays: None
Absent: NoneMOTION CARRIED
IX. MISCELLANEOUS
5th WARD MEETING
Alderman Markham announced the 5th ward meeting, Saturday, March 04, 2017; 10-12:00 p.m.
ANNOUNCEMENT
Alderman Mayfield announced the Police and Fire Departments hiring. Police Chief Wilson explained the Police Department was recruiting applicants; March 15, 2017 was the deadline for applications. Fire Chief Urban explained the qualifications for applicants; it required candidates to be paramedic qualified, a streamlined process; could pay application fee online, both departments advertised nationwide and the orientation/written test were simultaneous, March 25, 2017. The Police Department was scheduled in the afternoon. The Mayor requested that the departments were aggressively recruiting.
PARKING LOT SUGGESTIONS
Alderman Evans suggested that employees park in the north end parking lot. The Mayor stated it would to be considered. The seniors should be informed of the option to back park in the rear of the building.INCREASED PATROLAlderman Markham questioned if there was to be increased patrol in the neighborhoods. Chief Wilson acknowledged there would and saturated patrol in specific areas. The officers would be inquiring concerns of the residents.PARKING ISSUE
Alderman Runnels had strong concerns of the semi-vehicle parking in the 6th ward. Chief Wilson stated would look into the issue.BICYCLE PATROL
Alderman Evans questioned if there would be bicycle patrol. Chief Wilson stated in the warmer season during community events.X.
CITIZENS COMMENTS AND QUESTIONS
Betty Harris
She stated she received complaints from other seniors concerned with difficulty of receiving taxi rides in North Chicago. In particular as an example A-1 taxi company expressed no pick-ups; she questioned bus transportation free of charge provided for the Great Lakes military individuals to Gurnee. Quality schools were needed to impact the city’s progress in development.Charles January – Shields Township Trustee
He was strongly disappointed with the approval of additional police vehicles. The City paid for the fleet software; the police and fire board was responsible for hiring; the City owed the amount of $110,000,000 to the Police and Fire Pension Fund.
XI. ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to come before the Council; a motion was made by Alderman Runnels, seconded by Alderman Mayfield, that the meeting stand adjourned.MOTION CARRIED BY VOICE VOTEThe Council Meeting adjourned at 8:38 p.m.
ATTEST:
Lori L. Collins
City Clerk
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