Lake County Gazette

North Chicago City Council met Monday, March 6.

Here are the minutes as provided by North Chicago:

Regular Meeting, Monday,, March 06, 2017

MINUTES

The City Council of North Chicago met in a Regular meeting Monday, March 06, 2017 at 7:01 p.m. in the City Council Chambers at 1850 Lewis Avenue with Mayor Rockingham, Jr., presiding.

I. CALL TO ORDER

II. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

III. INVOCATION

IV. ROLL CALL

Upon roll call being taken, the following members were present:

Present: Fisher, Mayfield, Evans, Allen, Markham, Runnels, January

Absent: None

V. MINUTES

5-1 The Regular Council Meeting, February 27, 2017; 8:04 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 27, 2017; 8:04 p.m. be passed as presented.

MOTION CARRIED BY VOICE VOTE

VI. OMNIBUS VOTE AGENDA

6-1 Water Department Report – February, 2017

6-2 Senior Citizen hall of Fame Resolution – Annie Ruth King

Alderman Allen moved, seconded by Alderman Mayfield to approve items 6-1 and 6-2 of the Omnibus Vote Agenda as presented.

MOTION CARRIED BY VOICE VOTE

VII. REGULAR AGENDA

7-1 CONSIDERATION AND POSSIBLE APPROVAL, RESOLUTION CONCERNING DESTRUCTION OF CERTAIN CLOSED SESSION VERBATIM RECORDS

Alderman Markham moved, seconded by Alderman Allen to approve the Resolution Concerning Destruction of Certain Closed Session Verbatim Records.

Alderman Fisher called “question on the motion,” referring to a corrected approval date.

Attorney Silverman elaborated further.

Alderman Markham amended motion, seconded by Alderman Allen to reflect corrected date.

ROLL CALL:

Ayes: Fisher, Mayfield, Evans, Allen, Markham, Runnels,

Nays: January

Absent: None

MOTION CARRIED

VIII. CITY BILLS

8-1 REGULAR CITY BILLS 03/06/17

MOTION:

Alderman Runnels moved, seconded by Alderman Mayfield to pay the bills of Council Run, 03/06/17 in the amount of $267,403.20 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.

ROLL CALL:

Ayes: Fisher, Mayfield, Evans, Allen, Markham, Runnels

Nays: January

Absent: None

MOTION CARRIED

IX. MISCELLANEOUS

ANNOUNCEMENT

Alderman Allen announced the passing of James Harris, February 2017. A memorial service would be scheduled, Saturday, March 11, 2017 in Las Vegas.

The Mayor suggested a Resolution and expressed his condolence.

Alderman Markham appreciated all of the attendees of the 5th ward meeting.

X. CITIZENS COMMENTS AND QUESTIONS

Betty Harris

She commended the Police and Fire Department for their fine services. She questioned specific plans to assist the school improvement to a better rating; the children were smart; they deserved better. Education was the “key to freedom” and strongly expressed mustn’t fail “our children.”

The Mayor stated that the school board was a separate taxing body and the City had no jurisdiction; there were strong efforts ensuring the children received a quality education. The City was moving in a positive direction.

Charles January – Shields Township Trustee

He was saddened and upset that the Mayor supported the charter schools; 4 aldermen approved a new car for the Mayor; the City wasn’t funding the Fire & Police Pension; $110,000,000 with no plan; he was hoping action of the Elected Officials and all salaries were over $100,000 January and concern of no economic development.

Euphema Nelson

She recognized Alderman Evans for his support, Police Chief Wilson, Alderman Markham for their support. The Mayor expressed his condolence for her loss.

The Mayor clarified was moving forward continuing to attract new businesses. Coles Park, Lake County Housing Authority; Lake County Transportation; Sheridan Crossing site was moving forward; supporting the new smaller business creating additional opportunities.

XI. ADJOURNMENT

There being no further business to come before the Council; a motion was made by Alderman Allen, seconded by Alderman Mayfield that the meeting stand adjourned.

MOTION CARRIED BY VOICE VOTE

The Council Meeting adjourned at 7:22 p.m.