City of North Chicago City Council met Sept. 16.
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: Mayfield, Evans, Allen, Markham, Runnels
Absent: Fisher, January
The Mayor announced that Alderman Fisher and January were unable to attend the meeting.
V. OMNIBUS VOTE AGENDA
5-1 Minutes of Regular Council Meeting, September 03, 2019
5-2 Minutes of Standing Committee Meetings – September 03, 2019
5-3 Water Department Report – August 2019
5-4 Proposed Revisions to Title 6; Chapter 1: Section 4 of the City Code; 6-1-4 – Destruction by City and Title 14, Chapter 7, Section 1; Chapter 7 – Comprehensive Rates and Fee Schedule; 14-7-1
Alderman Allen moved, seconded by Alderman Evans to approve the Omnibus Vote Agenda; 5-1, 5-2, 5-3, and 5-4.
MOTION CARRIED BY VOICE VOTE
Alderman Fisher and January were absent.
VI. PUBLIC COMMENTS
Susan Usher Dixon – 1620 Kemble Ave., North Chicago, IL
Mrs. Dixon informed council of a murder in the City.
Wadell Brooks Sr. – 1932 Sherman Ave, North Chicago, IL
Mr. Brooks explained various achievements in the City.
Diana Burdette – 213 North Ave., Waukegan, IL
Ms. Burdette explained ethylene oxide issues and various scheduled presentations with dates and times.
Officer Carl Sturt – 1850 Lewis Ave., North Chicago, IL
He announced the 3rd Ward had most participants at the National Nite Out event and presented a plaque. There was also a check presented for the 3rd Ward trip to Universoul Circus in the amount of $150. He informed attendees of upcoming Safety Fair scheduled, September 28, 2019 at the Fire Station.
VII. REGULAR AGENDA
7-1 CONSIDERATION/APPROVAL OF TREASURER’S REPORT – AUGUST 2019
Treasurer, Kenneth Robinson read report as requested.
Alderman Allen, moved, seconded by Alderman Runnels to approve the
Treasurer’s Report as presented.
MOTION CARRIED BY VOICE VOTE
Alderman Fisher and January were absent.
7-2 CONSIDERATION/APPROVAL OF MONTHLY BUDGET REPORT – AUGUST 2019
Alderman Evans moved, seconded by Alderman Mayfield to approve the Monthly Budget Report for August 2019.
Alderman Markham questioned why such a decrease in water number amount,
Aldermanic uses should have been itemized for Street Department.
ROLL CALL:
Ayes: Mayfield, Evans, Allen, Markham, Runnels
Nays: None
Absent: Fisher, January
MOTION CARRIED
7-3 CONSIDERATION/APPROVAL OF STACKS ACADEMY DONATION
MOTION DIED DUE TO LACK OF MOTION
Alderman Fisher and January were absent.
7-4 CONSIDERATION/APPROVAL OF GP LIQUOR LICENSE FOR VIDEO GAMING
– SPEEDWAY GAS STATION
Alderman Runnels moved, seconded by Alderman Evans to approve the GP Liquor License for Video Gaming to Speedway Gas Station.
ROLL CALL:
Ayes: Mayfield, Evans, Allen, Runnels
Nays: Markham,
Absent: Fisher, January
MOTION CARRIED
7-5 CONSIDERATION/APPROVAL OF GP LIQUOR LICENSE FOR MOBIL GAS STATION
Alderman Evans moved, seconded by Alderman Mayfield to approve the GP Liquor License for Video Gaming to Mobil Gas Station.
ROLL CALL:
Ayes: Mayfield, Evans, Allen, Runnels
Nays: Markham,
Absent: Fisher, January
MOTION CARRIED
7-6 CONSIDERATION/APPROVAL OF GP LIQUOR LICENSE FOR SLEEP INN HOTEL Alderman Runnels moved, seconded by Alderman Mayfield r to approve the GP Liquor License for Video Gaming to Sleep Inn Hotel.
Patricia Westcherche was present from Sleep Inn Hotel Establishment
ROLL CALL:
Ayes: Mayfield, Evans, Allen, Runnels
Nays: Markham,
Absent: Fisher, January
MOTION CARRIED
7-7 CONSIDERATION/APPROVAL OF ADDENDUM FOR 2018 WATERMAIN REPLACEMENT PROJECT – 20TH STREET AND DICKEY AVENUE WATER MAIN CONNECTION
Alderman Allen moved, seconded by Alderman Runnels to approve the Addendum of $40,075.41 for the 2018 Watermain Replacement Project at 20th and Dickey Avenue.
City Engineer, Steve Cieslica explained the urgency with the 12-inch pipe connecting into the 24-inch line cross-fitting. The addendum was the amount of 40,075.41.
Alderman Evans questioned who requested the agenda item and that he was the Public Works Chairman.
Alderman Runnels questioned if the amount was the best option. Mr. Cieslica acknowledged it was.
Alderman Markham questioned if it was funded in the budget. Ed Wilmes, Public
Works Director clarified money for separate issues.
Alderman Allen suggested more team harmony among the Director and City Engineer.
ROLL CALL:
Ayes: Mayfield, Evans, Allen, Runnels
Nays: Markham,
Absent: Fisher, January
MOTION CARRIED
7-8 CONSIDERATION/APPROVAL OF CITY BILLS
General Corporate Fund $ 140,343.31
Library $ 54.44
Motor Fuel Tax $ 79,457.38
Water Operations $ 224,368.08
Community Development - CDBG $ 8,655.00
Sewer Fund $ 28,937.63
911 Emergency Telephone System $ 247.50
Dental and Vision $ 1,119.82
Retiree's Insurance Prem $ 213.50
TIF II Downtown/Industrial $ 1,472.50
Skokie Highway TIF III $ 12,323.21
Grant Place Operating Fund $ 1,158.96
TOTAL $ 498,351.33
MOTION:
Alderman Runnels moved, seconded by Alderman Mayfield to pay the bills of Council Run 9/16/19 in the amount of $498,351.33 when funds become available.
Alderman Markham questioned pg. 6; Animal Hospital bills. Interim Comptroller, Daniela Partipilo explained the bills were from month of June – August. The City processed them as received.
Alderman Markham questioned if it included the felines or only canines. Police Chief, Lazaro Perez clarified entirely dogs.
ROLL CALL:
Ayes: Mayfield, Evans, Allen, Runnels
Nays: Markham
Absent: Fisher, January
MOTION CARRIED
VIII. MISCELLANEOUS
JOINT WARD MEETING
Alderman Mayfield appreciated attendees of the 1st and 2nd Ward meetings.
ANNOUNCEMENT
Alderman Allen announced 4th ward upcoming meeting scheduled, October 19, 2019; 10:00 a.m., held in the City Council Chambers.
APPRECIATION
Alderman Markham appreciated the attendees at the 5th ward meeting.
IX. 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
Alderman Fisher and January were absent.
The Council Meeting adjourned at 6:55 p.m
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