City of North Chicago City Council met April 02.
Here is the minutes as 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: None
4-1 NCCHS Boys Basketball Team and Wrestler; Jeremiah Duty State Championship
Presentation
Alderman January entered the Council Chambers at 7:15 p.m.
Mayor Rockingham presented Jeremiah Duty with a certification for winning 4th place in the
State for wrestling. Mr. Duty acknowledged his coach for training and personal attention as a
student. Mayor Rockingham expressed the pride from the City of North Chicago for his
accomplishment.
Mayor Rockingham then presented individually the North Chicago Boys Basketball players
with a certificate for winning 4th place in State for basketball. He also thanked the coaching
staff for their efforts and work with the players. Coach Coleman expressed gratitude for City
support
Alderman Allen moved, seconded by Alderman Markham to suspend the Regular Council
Meeting to return to Committee Meetings.
MOTION CARRIED BY VOICE VOTE TO SUSPEND (meeting suspended at 7:28 p.m.
to Committee Meeting).
Alderman Runnels moved, seconded by Alderman Mayfield to return to the Regular Council
Meeting.
MOTION CARRIED BY VOICE VOTE TO RESUME (resumed the Regular Order of
Business at 8:52 p.m.)
V. Minutes
5-1 The Regular Council Meeting, March 19, 2018; 8:48 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, March 19, 2018; 8:48 p.m. be passed as presented.
MOTION CARRIED BY VOICE VOTE
VI. Omnibus Vote Agenda
6-1 Proclamation – “National Service Recognition Day”
Alderman Evans moved, seconded by Alderman Allen to approve 6-1 as presented.
City Clerk, Lori Collins read the proclamation as requested.
ROLL CALL:
Ayes: Fisher, Mayfield, Evans, Allen, Markham, Runnels, January
Nays: None
Absent: None
MOTION CARRIED
VII. Regular Agenda
Alderman Markham moved, seconded by Alderman January to postpone items 7-2 and
7-3 to the next Regular Council Meeting.
MOTION CARRIED BY VOICE VOTE
7-1 CONSIDERATION/APPROVAL – RESOLUTION REALLOCATING 2018 PRIVATE
ACTIVITY BOND CAP AMOUNT OF $3,420,270 TO VILLAGE OF BUFFALO
GROVE
Alderman Evans moved, seconded by Alderman Allen to approve the Resolution
Reallocating 2018 Private Activity Bond Cap Amount of $3,420,270 to Village of
Buffalo Grove.
ROLL CALL:
Ayes: Fisher, Mayfield, Evans, Allen, Markham, Runnels, January
Nays: None
Absent: None
MOTION CARRIED
7-2 CONSIDERATION/APPROVAL – OFFICIAL RENAIMING OF 14TH STREET,
FROM GREEN BAY ROAD, EAST TO SHERIDAN ROAD TO “AUDREY NIXON
AVENUE”
Alderman Markham moved, seconded by Alderman January to postpone items 7-2
& 7-3, until the next Council Meeting, April 16, 2018.
ROLL CALL:
Ayes: Fisher, Mayfield, Evans, Allen, Markham, Runnels, January
Nays: None
Absent: None
MOTION CARRIED BY VOICE VOTE
7-3 CONSIDERATION/APPROVAL OF PROFESSIONAL SERVICES PROPOSAL
RECEIVED FROM TROTTER AND ASSOCIATES – DEVELOPMENT OF MASTER
PLAN FOR THE CITY’S WATER SYSTEM AND WATER TREATMENT PLANT
POSTPONED UNTIL APRIL 16, 2018
7-4 CONSIDERATION/APPROVAL – MILLER COOPER & CO. AUDIT
ENGAGEMENT LETTER
Alderman Runnels moved, seconded by Alderman Markham to approve Miller
Cooper & Co. Audit Engagement Letter.
ROLL CALL:
Ayes: Fisher, Mayfield, Evans, Allen, Markham, Runnels, January
Nays: None
Absent: None
MOTION CARRIED
VIII. City Bills
8-1 REGULAR CITY BILLS 4/02/18
General Corporate Fund $ 170,148.23
Motor Fuel Tax $ 47,329.83
Water Operations $ 75,050.01
Sewer Fund $ 28,937.63
911 Emergency Telphone Sys. $ 875.00
TIF II Downtown/Industrial $ 8,257.50
Grant Place Operating Fund $ 2,458.12
TOTAL $ 333,056.32
Motion:
Alderman Runnels moved, seconded by Alderman Mayfield to pay the bills of
Council Run 4/02/18 in the amount of $333,056.32 when funds become available.
Comments/Questions:
Alderman January questioned clarification if the attachment amount of $320.70 was
included in the total bills. Interim Comptroller, Daniela Partipilo replied they were; the
availability of funds, when disbursed, the total amount of 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 $2,359,589.92 and last quarterly
transfer of $659,000, in month of April 2018.
ROLL CALL:
Ayes: Fisher, Mayfield, Evans, Allen, Markham, Runnels
Nays: January
Absent: None
MOTION CARRIED
IX. Miscellaneous
Appreciative
Alderman Allen was appreciative to the attendees of the Easter Parade, including the Mayor,
Fire and Police Chiefs.
Various
Alderman Evans recognized the Police Chief who was dedicated with his time and dedication
to the City by being active in the community and that the Police Department wasn’t fully
staffed. He announced the 3rd Ward Meeting held at the Foss Park District from 10:30 -1:00
p.m. He encouraged participation.
Announcement
Treasurer, Kenneth Robinson reminded those of the Flower Show that was held at the North
Chicago Community High School, He encouraged participation and he had additional tickets if
needed.
Announcement
The Mayor announced National Service Recognition Day and that the North Chicago
Exchange Club would dedicating efforts to the awareness of child abuse in the front of the
City of North Chicago building, Tuesday, April 03, 2018. He commended them for their
contributions.
Citizens Comments and Questions:
Suzanne Belinky
Was appreciative in the pro-activity of the Public Works Department for development of a
Master Plan for the city’s water system and approach to funding the plan. She was a board
member of the Hampton’s Home Owner’s Association.
John Krempotic
Mr. Krempotic complained that several times within a 2-year timeframe, his trash wasn’t
picked up and strongly stated the need of accountability. He suggested a minority company
contract for refuse pickup. The City maintained 14th Street and should have “squatter’s
rights.” He recommended a minority highway ordinance.
The Mayor directed Mr. Krempotic to discuss issue of no pick-up with the Public Works
Director, Ed Wilmes. The Mayor explained that 14th Street was a county road and to address
his concerns of minority contractors to Lake County.
Donna Murphy
Ms. Murphy questioned budget expenses from previous fiscal year and the increased amount
currently for Travel & Training expenses and felt the amount was excessive. Mrs. Partipilo,
Interim Comptroller explained the amount of $57,000 included Travel & Training and
Miscellaneous items. Ms. Murphy suggested comparing the expenses as a departmental pool
based on its use. She was highly concerned with the budget expenditures as a resident and
taxpayer.
Betty Harris
Ms. Harris commended the wrestling and basketball team, many were here students. She
clarified there was hope for the Police/Fire Department and for the Mayor. They were
champions athletically and academically. She recognized Alderman January and Alderman
Markham for recognizing minority business owners. Alderman Bobby Allen, Evans and the
Mayor were also acknowledged for supporting the championship players.
XI. Adjournment
There being no further business to come before the Council; a motion was made by Alderman
Runnels seconded by Alderman Evans that the meeting stand adjourned.
Motion Carried by Voice Vote
The Council Meeting adjourned at 9:17 p.m.
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