City of North Chicago Finance Committee met Jan. 6.
Here is the minutes provided by the committee:
ROLL CALL:
Present: Fisher, Mayfield, Evans, Allen, Markham, Runnels, January
Absent: None
I. DISCUSSION/PRESENTATION – COMPTROLLER’S OFFICE RENOVATION:
Assistant Comptroller, Tawanda Joyner explained renovation proposal needed for purposes of a more professional appearance to the public, a better use of the space, health/safety improvements and modern design. A more functional office was needed. Alderman Markham questioned if it was in the Finance budget. Ms. Joyner said it would be in the Building Facility Management budget, initially approved for $15,000. There was also a state grant that the City received for building improvements. The Mayor stated the vault wasn’t being utilized. Waukegan Safe n Lock Company removed the doors. Ms. Joyner explained the Comptroller’s Office had a smaller safe within the vault. He stated he was moving forward with the process and the end results would be beneficial to staff giving additional space.
Alderman January was hoping the renovation would be moving forward, a more automated process with cash received/transported to the bank appropriately. The Mayor stated was in the process of acquiring new software estimating in August/September 2020. Alderman Allen suggested seeking and hiring local contractors of North Chicago for the office renovation. The Mayor agreed.
II. REVIEW/DISCUSSION – GAS UTILITY TAX ORDINANCE REVISION:
Interim Comptroller, Daniela Partipilo explained the ordinance revision with changes requested by Alderman Allen.
Alderman January questioned clarification. Mrs. Partipilo explained the revision reflected pg. (5), 5-35-4 to reflect wording of “City Council” shall enter into the contract.
This would be placed on the next Council Agenda, Tuesday, January 21, 2020.
III. REVIEW/DISCUSSION – GAS TAX COLLECTION AGREEMENT:
Mrs. Partipilo stated the agreement related to the Ordinance.
This would be placed on the next Council Agenda, Tuesday, January 21, 2020.
Alderman Allen moved, seconded by Alderman Mayfield that Finance Committee Meeting stand adjourned.
MOTION CARRIED BY VOICE VOTE
The meeting adjourned at 8:01 p.m.
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