City of North Chicago City Council met March 5.
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, January
Absent: None
Motion Carried By Voice Vote
V. Minutes
5-1 The Regular Council Meeting, February 19, 2018; 8:25 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 19, 2018; 8:25 p.m. be passed as presented.
Motion Carried By Voice Vote
Vi. Omnibus Vote Agenda
None
Vii. Regular Agenda
7-1 Consideration/Approval – Resolution 2018 Cdbg Public Services Fund Award
Alderman Allen moved, seconded by Alderman Runnels to approve the Resolution for 2018 CDBG Public Services Fund Award.
Comments/Questions:
Alderman January requested the distribution of funds were announced.
City Clerk, Lori Collins read the named organizations with the amounts.
Roll Call:
Ayes: Fisher, Mayfield, Evans, Allen, Markham, Runnels, January
Nays: None
Absent: None
Motion Carried
7-2 Consideration/Approval – Resolution For Plat Of Dedication Of Farwell Avenue
Alderman Runnels moved, seconded by Alderman Markham to approve the Resolution for Plat of Dedication of Farwell Avenue.
Roll Call:
Ayes: Fisher, Mayfield, Evans, Allen, Markham, Runnels, January
Nays: None
Absent: None
Motion Carried
7-3 Consideration/Approval – Ordinance For Plat Of Vacation Of Berwyn Avenue
Alderman Runnels moved, seconded by Alderman Fisher to approve the Ordinance for the Plat of Vacation for Berwyn Avenue.
Roll Call:
Ayes: Fisher, Mayfield, Evans, Allen, Markham, Runnels, January
Nays: None
Absent: None
Motion Carried
7-4 Consideration/Approval – Request To Purchase A 2002 International Dump Truck With Snow Plow From Obenauf Auction (York Township Highway Department) For The Amount Of $ 29,425.00
Alderman Evans moved, seconded by Alderman Allen to approve the Mayor’s authorization to finalize and sign a purchase agreement with Obenauf Auctions for a 2002 International 4400 Dump Truck in the amount of $29,425 and that the Comptroller be directed to prepare a check. This item is to be added to the Attorney Silverman clarified the appointment was for the Police Citizen Advisory Committee. It was properly stated and the vote would be to amend to reflect Police not CDBG.
Roll Call:
Ayes: Fisher, Mayfield, Evans, Allen, Markham, Runnels, January
Nays: None
Absent: None
Motion Carried
Roll Call For Appointment:
Ayes: Fisher, Mayfield, Evans, Allen, Markham, Runnels, January
Nays: None
Absent: None
Motion Carried
7-6 Consideration/Approval – City Hall West Wing Hvac Renovation Project
Alderman January moved, seconded by Alderman Runnels to approve the City Hall West Wing HVAC Renovation Project for bid process.
Comments/Questions:
Alderman Markham questioned if an amendment was necessary. Attorney Silverman explained it was clarified in the Committee Meeting. There was an actual error and properly stated by the Mayor in the motion as to what was going to be approved (for bid process).
Roll Call:
Ayes: Fisher, Mayfield, Evans, Allen, Markham, Runnels, January
Nays: None
Absent: None
Motion Carried
Viii. City Bills
8-1 Regular City Bills 3/05/18
General Corporate Fund $ 120,624.30
Motor Fuel Tax $ 24,316.17
Water Operations $ 224,316.69
Grant Place Operating Fund $ 650.12
Total $ 369,907.28
Addit. Request - P.W.Dump Truck $ 29,425.00
Grand Total $ 399,332.28
Motion:
financial totals for this Bill Run.
He requested that all invoices were prepared in the Clerk’s Office prior to the issued check.
Roll Call:
Ayes: Fisher, Mayfield, Evans, Allen, Markham, Runnels, January
Nays: None
Absent: None
Motion Carried
7-5 Consideration/Approval - Appointment Of Eva L. Baldwin To Police Citizen Advisory Committee
Alderman Fisher moved, seconded by Alderman Mayfield to approve the appointment of Eva L. Baldwin to Police Citizen Advisory Committee.
Comments/Questions:
The Mayor clarified it should read Police Citizen Advisory Committee.
Alderman Markham moved to amend motion.
Alderman Markham moved, seconded by Alderman January to amend the wording.
Alderman Runnels moved, seconded by Alderman Mayfield to pay the bills of Council Run 3/05/18 in the amount of $369,907.28, including the requested additional amount of $29,425.00, = $399,328.28 when funds become available.
Comments/Questions:
Alderman January questioned Interim Comptroller, Daniela Partipilo the availability of funds, when disbursed, the total amount in the Water Fund and amount to be transferred.
Mrs. Partipilo acknowledged the availability of funds and checks would be disbursed within the week. She stated the sum of $2,454,392.98; the last quarterly transfer of $659,500, January 30, 2018. The next transfer would be in the month of April 2018 with the same amount.
Roll Call:
Ayes: Fisher, Mayfield, Evans, Allen, Markham, Runnels
Nays: January
Absent: None
Motion Carried
Ix. Miscellaneous
Littering
Alderman Runnels observed littering on the former Great Lakes Motel property. Economic & Community Development Director, Victor Barrera stated he would discuss the issue with the property owner.
Various
Alderman Mayfield recognized Alderman Evans for being named the “Most Influential of Lake County”. Also, expressed her condolence to the DeVost Family for their loss.
Announcements
Alderman Evans announced a Youth Forum March 24, 2018, held at the North Chicago Library; 1:00 – 3:00 p.m. April 14, 2018; 2nd Ward Meeting, held at the Foss Park Community Center; 10:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. He encouraged participation.
Senior Club Event
Treasurer, Kenneth Robinson announced the Senior Citizen Club Flower Show, held at the North Chicago Community High School; Tuesday, April 03, 2018 from 5:00-7:00 p.m. The tickets could be purchased from Foss Park or himself.
Citizens Comments And Questions:
Wadell Brooks
Mr. Brooks explained a great opportunity was missed for the month of February 2018 in recognition of “Black History Month.” He named Dr. Carter G. Woodson, the founder of Black History in the year of 1926. He clarified there were many individual legacies in the City of North Chicago: former Mayor Bobby Thompson; former City Clerk, Timothy Miller; former Mayor Bette Thomas, who appointed the first black Attorney; Jerry Johnson who appointed the first black City Administrator, Gerald Smith. Susan Garrett, Lake Forest State Representative provided $200,000 to School District 187, Dr. Daisy Brooks, who acquired (4) doctrine degrees had touched many lives. Oprah Winfrey donated to the Youth Center and Condoleezza Rice, former National Security Adviser, personally visited the center and highly commended them. He encouraged the citizens a chance to contribute to the livelihood of the youth.
Betty Harris
Ms. Harris stated she adored the City. The greatest police, fire department, new development of mixed-use housing and the upcoming naval museum. She was disappointed of the substandard schools and low percentage of students with African descent. The children of North Chicago deserved a great education. Charles January
Mr. January stated that the Brooks’ family was very involved in the community, his condolence to the DeVost family on their loss; was informed of a potential grocery establishment; he suggested a different schedule for the North Chicago Library to accommodate the school students; and more activities were needed for children at the Foss Park District. He encouraged the Aldermen’s involvement with the youth. He stated had taught a conceal carry class and clarified that “people kill” and not the guns. There was a need of more job opportunities that would be discussed at the following meeting.
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 Vote
The Council Meeting adjourned at 8:35 p.m
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