City of North Chicago City Council met November 6.
Here is the minutes provided by the Council:
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
Absent: January
The Mayor announced the absence of Alderman January.
V. Minutes
5-1 The Regular Council Meeting, October 16, 2017; 7:43 p.m. was modified and presented in typewritten form by the City Clerk, Lori L. Collins.
Motion:
Allen moved, seconded by Alderman Evans that Regular Council Meeting, October 16, 2017; 7:43 p.m. be passed as presented.
Motion Carried By Voice Vote
Alderman January was absent.
VI. Omnibus Vote Agenda
6-1 Water Department Report – October 2017
Alderman Allen moved, seconded by Alderman Evans to approve item 6-1 of the Omnibus Vote Agenda as presented.
Motion Carried By Voice Vote
Alderman January was absent.
VII. Regular Agenda
7-1 Consideration And Approval – Loud Music Ordinance Amendment
Alderman Evans moved, seconded by Alderman Allen to approve the Loud Music Ordinance Amendment. The Mayor requested to remove item 7-4 from agenda until the next Meeting, November 20, 2017
Roll Call:
Ayes: Fisher, Mayfield, Evans, Allen, Markham, Runnels
Nays: None
Absent: January
Motion Carried
7-2 Consideration And Approval – Appointment Of Jeanette E. Allen To The North Chicago Library Board (Term: November 2017-2020)
Alderman Runnels moved, seconded by Alderman Allen to approve the appointment of Jeanette E. Allen to the North Chicago Library Board (Term: November 2017-2020.
Roll Call:
Ayes: Fisher, Mayfield, Evans, Allen, Markham, Runnels
Nays: None
Absent: January
Motion Carried
7-3 Consideration And Approval - Re-Appointment Of Caroline Harrington To The North Chicago Library Board (Term: July 21, 2017-2020)
Alderman Mayfield moved, seconded by Alderman Runnels to approve the re-appointment of Caroline Harrington to the North Chicago Library Board, July 21, 2017-2020.
Roll Call:
Ayes: Fisher, Mayfield, Evans, Allen, Markham, Runnels
Nays: None
Absent: January
Motion Carried
7-4 Consideration And Approval - Re-Appointment Of Betty Fisher To The North Chicago Housing Authority (Term: November 19, 2017-2022)
Comments/Questions:
The Mayor questioned a needed motion to remove item 7-4. Attorney Silverman clarified it didn’t.
7-5 Consideration And Approval - Seiu Ratified Contract (Term: 2017-2022)
Alderman Mayfield moved, seconded by Alderman Evans to approve the SEIU Ratified Contract (Term: 2017-2022)
Roll Call:
Ayes: Fisher, Mayfield, Evans, Allen, Markham, Runnels
Nays: None
Absent: January
Motion Carried
7-6 Consideration And Approval - Intergovernmental Agreement With Shields Dial-A-Ride
Alderman Allen moved, seconded by Alderman Markham to approve the Intergovernmental Agreement with Shields Dial-a-Ride.
Comments/Questions:
Alderman Evans inquired if the Intergovernmental Agreement with Shields Dial-a-Ride could be announced in the upcoming city newsletter. The Mayor acknowledged it could.
Roll Call:
Ayes: Fisher, Mayfield, Evans, Allen, Markham, Runnels
Nays: None
Absent: January
Motion Carried
7-7 Consideration And Approval - Enterprise Zone Ordinance Amendment
Alderman Allen moved, seconded by Alderman Evans to approve the Enterprise Zone Ordinance Amendment.
Roll Call:
Ayes: Fisher, Mayfield, Evans, Allen, Markham, Runnels
Nays: None
Absent: January
Motion Carried
7-8 Consideration And Approval – Boys & Girls Club Lease Renewal
Alderman Evans moved, seconded by Alderman Mayfield to approve the Boys & Girls Club Lease Renewal.
Comments/Questions:
Alderman Allen questioned clarification that there was 880 sq. ft. added, although no change in price. The Mayor explained they would need to pay for the electric, water bills etc.
Economic & Community Development Director, Victor Barrera added they were allowed to utilize the space at a discounted rate until another tenant expressed interest in leasing the space. In the interim, Boys & Girls Club had agreed to pay the maintenance cost and property tax associated with the area.
Roll Call:
Ayes: Fisher, Mayfield, Evans, Allen, Markham, Runnels
Nays: None
Absent: January
Motion Carried
7-9 Consideration And Approval – Brownfield’s Grant – Resolution
Alderman Evans moved, seconded by Alderman Allen to approve the Brownfield’s Grant Resolution.
Roll Call:
Ayes: Fisher, Mayfield, Evans, Allen, Markham, Runnels
Nays: None
Absent: January
Motion Carried
7-10 Consideration And Approval – Cdbg Resolution
Alderman Evans moved, seconded by Alderman Runnels to approve the CDBG Resolution.
Roll Call:
Ayes: Fisher, Mayfield, Evans, Allen, Markham, Runnels
Nays: None
Absent: January
Motion Carried
7-11 Consideration And Approval – Proposal Received From Eaton To Provide Services Required For The Testing And Certification Of The High Voltage Electrical Switching Gear At The Water Treatment Plant
Alderman Evans moved, seconded by Alderman Runnels to approve the Mayor’s authorization to finalize and sign proposal CG170509 received from Eaton Corporation to provide professional services required for the testing and certification of the high voltage electrical switching gear at the Water Treatment Plant, in an amount not to exceed $12,500.00.
Comments/Questions:
Alderman Evans questioned when the contract would be signed. The Mayor stated, upon its approval.
Roll Call:
Ayes: Fisher, Mayfield, Evans, Allen, Markham, Runnels
Nays: None
Absent: January
Motion Carried
VIII. City Bills
8-1 Regular City Bills 11/06/17
Motion:
Alderman Runnels moved, seconded by Alderman Mayfield to pay the bills of Council Run, 11/06/17 in the amount of $371,213.28 when funds become available.
Comments/Questions:
Alderman Runnels questioned sufficient funds. Interim Comptroller, Mary Wells acknowledged the availability of funds.
Roll Call:
Ayes: Fisher, Mayfield, Evans, Allen, Markham Runnels
Nays: None
Absent: January
Motion Carried
IX. Miscellaneous
5th Ward Meeting
Alderman Markham announced the 5th ward meeting for resident appreciation, Saturday, December 02, 2017; 10:00-12:00 p.m., located at NICASA, 2031 Dugdale Rd. The Mayor stated wouldn’t be able to attend the meeting and directed him to contract any staff if needed.
Shields Township Provisions
Alderman Allen explained that Shields Township would provide snow removal for Senior, 65 years and those with disabilities; a fee of $7. The Mayor encouraged to contact Shields Township or their Alderman.
Various
Alderman Mayfield appreciated the attendees of the Public Safety Fair. She announced the 1st Public Safety Fair resident recipient, Donna Kalinoski; Police Chief, Richard Wilson was recognized for his years of dedication, service and Leadership to the City of North Chicago; she congratulated the new Lieutenants and newly sworn firefighters. She announced the 2nd Ward Meeting, December 08, 2017; 10:00-12:00 p.m., held in the Council Chambers. The Fire Department was recognized for the installation of 50 new smoke detectors, conjunction with the American Red Cross.
The Mayor encouraged the residents, new free smoke detectors and installation grant provided. There was also a 10-year warrantee free of charge. The Fire Department would install them if additional needed.
Alderman Allen questioned carbon monoxide detectors. Fire Chief, Dell Urban explained currently there wasn’t a grant successful with FEMA award.
X. Citizens Comments And Questions:
None
XI. Adjournment
There being no further business to come before the Council; a motion was made by Alderman Runnels, seconded by Alderman Markham that the meeting stand adjourned.
Motion Carried By Voice Vote
Alderman January was absent.
The Council Meeting adjourned at 8:02 p.m.
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