City of North Chicago City Council met Feb. 3.
Here is the minutes provided by the council:
The City Council of North Chicago met in a Regular meeting, Monday, February 03, 2020 at 6:02 p.m. in the City Council Chambers at 1850 Lewis Avenue with Mayor Leon Rockingham, Jr., presiding.
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
4-1 Resolution Presented to Staff Sergeant Jesus A. Ruiz
Deputy City Clerk read the Resolution.
Alderman Mayfield moved, seconded by Alderman Runnels to approve the Resolution Honoring Staff Sergeant, Jesus A. Ruiz.
MOTION CARRIED BY VOICE VOTE
V. OMNIBUS VOTE AGENDA
5-1 Minutes of Regular Council Meeting, January 06, 2020
5-2 Minutes of Standing Committee Meetings, January 06, 2020
5-3 Departmental Reports – January 2020
Alderman Allen moved, seconded by Alderman Evans to approve the Omnibus Vote Agenda, Items 5-1 thru 5-3 as presented.
MOTION CARRIED BY VOICE VOTE
VI. PUBLIC COMMENTS
NONE
VII. REGULAR AGENDA
7-1 CONSIDERATION/APPROVAL OF CLASS B LIQUOR LICENSE – 2004 MARTIN LUTHER KING DR., KSK, INC.
Alderman Evans moved, seconded by Alderman Allen to Table agenda item 7-1 and 7-3.
MOTION CARRIED BY VOICE VOTE
7-2 CONSIDERATION/APPROVAL OF GP LIQUOR LICENSE – 1720 SHERIDAN RD.
Alderman Mayfield moved, seconded by Alderman Fisher to approve the GP Liquor License at 1720 Sheridan Rd.
ROLL CALL:
Ayes: Fisher, Mayfield, Runnels
Nays: Evans, Allen, Markham, January
Absent: None
MOTION FAILED
7-3 CONSIDERATION/APPROVAL OF B LIQUOR LICENSE – 2704 MARTIN LUTHER KING DR., GOLDEN PETROLEUM
TABLED – SEE AGENDA ITEM 7-1
7-4 CONSIDERATION/APPROVAL – ZONING ORDINANCE MAP AMENDMENT AND VARIANCES AT 1905 ARGONNE DRIVE (NEAL MATH & SCIENCE ACADEMY)
Alderman January expressed appreciation of Abbvie for their generous support and donations; agreed with concept yet felt monies could be used for multiple facilities throughout the district to be utilized by every child (ie. school books and ipads for learning).
The Mayor stated differently, that it was a worthy project, books and proper facility constructed. It lacked funding and Abbvie was providing the “state of the art” for children of North Chicago and a beautiful opportunity.
Alderman Markham questioned if the street behind the school was part of the development. Alderman Evans mention it was part of the primary construction once the school was built.
Alderman Allen stated that Abbvie would change the image of the City and showed their committed. This was a good stepping stone for improvement.
District 187 Superintendent, John Price was grateful with joint effort of staff development team and City Council.
ROLL CALL:
Ayes: Fisher, Mayfield, Evans, Allen, Markham, Runnels Nays: January
Absent: None
MOTION CARRIED
7-5 CONSIDERATION/APPROVAL – TAI WORK ORDER IN AMOUNT OF $88,900 FOR DESIGN / BIDDING SERVICES FOR THE 14TH STREET WATERMAIN REPLACEMENT PROJECT
Alderman Evans moved, seconded by Alderman Allen to approve the TAI work order in amount of $88,900 for design / bidding services for the 14th Street Watermain Replacement Project.
Alderman January questioned potential exceeding amount. City Engineer, Steve Cieslica stated no there wasn’t.
ROLL CALL:
Ayes: Fisher, Mayfield, Evans, Allen, Markham, Runnels, January Nays: None
Absent: None
MOTION CARRIED
7-6 CONSIDERATION/APPROVAL – TAI WORK ORDER IN AMOUNT OF
Alderman Evans moved, seconded by Alderman Allen to approve the TAI work order in amount of $76,300 for design / bidding services for the Dugdale Watermain Extension Project.
ROLL CALL:
Ayes: Fisher, Mayfield, Evans, Allen, Markham, Runnels, January Nays: None
Absent: None
MOTION CARRIED
7-7 CONSIDERATION/APPROVAL OF CITY BILLS
General Corporate Fund $ 322,918.83
Library $ 7,725.16
Motor Fuel Tax $ 21,507.02
Water Operations $ 453,330.21
Dental and Vision $ 93.50
Retiree's Insurance Prem $ 16,067.34
Skokie Highway TIF III $ 2,212.50
Grant Place Operating Fund $ 3,646.79
Grant Place Capital Fund $ 1,750.00
TOTAL $ 829,251.35
MOTION:
Alderman Runnels moved, seconded by Alderman Mayfield to pay the bills of Council Run 2/03/20 in the amount of $829,251.35 when funds become available.
Alderman Evans questioned frequent light outage on Argonne Drive. Public Works Director, Ed Wilmes explained it was a 50-year system, and wire failures. ComEd and City Electrician was testing wires that were dead. The contractor charge costs were reasonable.
Alderman January questioned sufficient funds and when dispensed. Interim Comptroller, Daniela Partipilo acknowledged there were; the amount of $1,979,520.46 from the Enterprise Fund and next quarterly transfer of $650,000 next the month of April 2020.
Alderman Markham requested information e-mailed.
ROLL CALL:
Ayes: Fisher, Mayfield, Evans, Allen, Markham, Runnels Nays: January
Absent: None
MOTION CARRIED VIII. MISCELLANEOUS
STREET LIGHTS
Alderman Markham questioned street light change. Mr. Wilmes stated there would be a citywide replacement with LED lights.
3rd WARD MEETING
Alderman Evans announced 3rd Ward meeting scheduled, March 14, 2020; 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m., held at the Foss Park Community Center. He encouraged participation. Another event, April 25, 2020; 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m., also held at the same location.
VARIOUS
Alderman Mayfield encouraged taking pledge for census and picture directing individuals to Jim Moran, Interim Communication Coordinator. She announced the new animal warden who received many accolades. The job was properly advertised through Human Resources Department. He was in the interim position for (6) months and hired full-time with the City.
Alderman Markham requested to meet the new personnel.
Alderman Mayfield directed attention to Superintendent Price, looking forward to the groundbreaking ceremony and thanked Abbvie for the donation.
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
The Council Meeting adjourned at 6:49 p.m.
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