City of Highland Park City Council met Jan. 27.
Here is the minutes provided by the council:
CALL TO ORDER
At 7:39 PM, Mayor Rotering called the meeting to order and asked for a roll call:
ROLL CALL
PRESENT: Mayor Rotering, Councilmen Stolberg, Stone, Kaufman, Blumberg, Knobel, Holleman
ABSENT: None
STAFF PRESENT: City Manager Neukirch, Fire Chief Amidei, Community Development Director Fontane, Police Chief Jogmen, Public Works Director Kanapareddy, Assistant City Manager Sabo, Building Division Manager Torres, Deputy City Clerk Palbitska,
Financial Analyst Lukasik
ALSO PRESENT: Corporation Counsel Elrod, Deputy Corporation Counsel Passman
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1. Approval of the Minutes of the Regular City Council Meeting Held on January 13, 2020
Councilman Kaufman moved to approve the minutes of the Regular Meeting of the City Council held on January 13, 2020. Councilwoman Stone seconded the motion. Upon a voice vote, the Mayor declared the motion passed unanimously.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Daniel Kaufman, Councilman
SECONDER: Kim Stone, Councilwoman
AYES: Mayor Rotering, Councilmen Stolberg, Stone, Kaufman, Blumberg, Knobel, Holleman
APPROVAL OF WARRANT LIST
1. Warrant List and Wire Transfers from January 03, 2020 to January 17, 2020.
Councilman Blumberg moved to approve the Warrant List, except Warrant Item #291209.
Councilman Stolberg seconded the motion. Upon a roll call vote, the Mayor declared the motion passed unanimously.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Anthony Blumberg, Councilman
SECONDER: Adam Stolberg, Councilman
AYES: Mayor Rotering, Councilmen Stolberg, Stone, Kaufman, Blumberg, Knobel, Holleman
Councilman Kaufman recused himself from Warrant Item #291209 due to his wife being an employee with Community Partners for Affordable Housing.
Councilman Kaufman exited the meeting at 7:41 PM.
Councilman Blumberg moved to approve Warrant Item #291209. Councilman Stolberg seconded the motion. Upon a roll call vote, the Mayor declared the motion passed unanimously.
RESULT: ADOPTED [ITEM #291209]
MOVER: Anthony Blumberg, Councilman
SECONDER: Adam Stolberg, Councilman
AYES: Mayor Rotering, Councilmen Stolberg, Stone, Blumberg, Knobel, Holleman
RECUSED: Councilman Kaufman
Councilman Kaufman entered the meeting at 7:42 PM.
REPORT OF MAYOR
A. Appointments
There were none.
B. Proclamations
There were none.
C. Other business
1. 2020 International Holocaust Remembrance Day
Mayor Rotering stated that today, January 27, 2020 is International Holocaust Remembrance Day as designated by the United Nations. She asked for a moment of silence to reflect, honor and remember the six million Jewish victims and millions of other victims of the Holocaust.
2. MLK Day of Service
Mayor Rotering thanked everyone who volunteered at last Monday's Martin Luther King Day of Service.
3. State of the City
Mayor Rotering delivered the State of the City address.
BUSINESS FROM THE PUBLIC (Citizens wishing to be heard regarding items not listed on this agenda)
There was none.
SCHEDULED BUSINESS
ITEMS FOR OMNIBUS VOTE CONSIDERATION
Mayor Rotering removed item 2 from omnibus vote consideration.
Mayor Rotering and Corporation Counsel Elrod confirmed that item 1 was to be voted on as amended.
Councilman Kaufman moved to approve item 1, as amended and 3-22 by omnibus vote consideration. Councilwoman Stone seconded the motion. Upon a roll call vote, the Mayor declared the motion passed unanimously.
Administration
1. Adoption of a Resolution (R9-2020) by omnibus vote consideration titled, “A Resolution Adopting a Code of Conduct and Amendments to the City of Highland Park Ethics Guidelines”.
3. Adoption of a Resolution (R10-2020) by omnibus vote consideration titled, “A Resolution Approving the Issuance of a Small Business Facade Improvement Grant for Dana Reed Designs”.
4. Adoption of a Resolution (R11-2020) by omnibus vote consideration titled, “A Resolution Approving a Contract for Printing and Distribution Services for the Highlander and Shorelines Newsletters with Service Printing Corporation of Huntley, Illinois”.
5. Adoption of an Ordinance (O05-2020) by omnibus vote consideration titled, “An Ordinance Waiving Enforcement of Section 33.001(B) of "The Highland Park Code of 1968," As Amended, Concerning the Chairman of the Housing Commission”.
6. Appointment to Chair of the Housing Commission - Douglas Ross
Finance
7. Adoption of a Resolution (R12-2020) by omnibus vote consideration titled, “A Resolution Approving a First Amendment to the Enterprise Resource Planning Software and Implementation Contract between the City of Highland Park and Tyler Technologies Inc., of Plano, Texas”.
8. Ordinances Approving Abatements for 2019 Debt Service Levy
a. Adoption of an Ordinance (O06-2020) by omnibus vote consideration titled, “An Ordinance Abating Certain Taxes Levied Pursuant to Ordinance No. 27-10 for the Tax Year 2019 by the City of Highland Park, Lake County, Illinois”.
b. Adoption of an Ordinance (O07-2020) by omnibus vote consideration titled, “An Ordinance Abating Certain Taxes Levied Pursuant to Ordinance No. 39-10 for the Tax Year 2019 by the City of Highland Park, Lake County, Illinois”.
c. Adoption of an Ordinance (O08-2020) by omnibus vote consideration titled, “An Ordinance Abating Certain Taxes Levied Pursuant to Ordinance No. 81-11 for the Tax Year 2019 by the City of Highland Park, Lake County, Illinois”.
d. Adoption of an Ordinance (O09-2020) by omnibus vote consideration titled, “An Ordinance Abating Certain Taxes Levied Pursuant to Ordinance No. 82-11 for the Tax Year 2019 by the City of Highland Park, Lake County, Illinois”.
e. Adoption of an Ordinance (O10-2020) by omnibus vote consideration titled, “An Ordinance Abating Certain Taxes Levied Pursuant to Ordinance No. 76-12 for the Tax Year 2019 by the City of Highland Park, Lake County, Illinois”.
f. Adoption of an Ordinance (O11-2020) by omnibus vote consideration titled, “An Ordinance Abating Certain Taxes Levied Pursuant to Ordinance No. 56-13 for the Tax Year 2019 by the City of Highland Park, Lake County, Illinois”.
g. Adoption of an Ordinance (O12-2020) by omnibus vote consideration titled, “An Ordinance Abating Certain Taxes Levied Pursuant to Ordinance No. 03-14 for the Tax Year 2019 by the City of Highland Park, Lake County, Illinois”.
h. Adoption of an Ordinance (O13-2020) by omnibus vote consideration titled, “An Ordinance Abating Certain Taxes Levied Pursuant to Ordinance No. 7-15 for the Tax Year 2019 by the City of Highland Park, Lake County, Illinois”.
i. Adoption of an Ordinance (O14-2020) by omnibus vote consideration titled, “An Ordinance Abating Certain Taxes Levied Pursuant to Ordinance No. 6-16 for the Tax Year 2019 by the City of Highland Park, Lake County, Illinois”.
j. Adoption of an Ordinance (O15-2020) by omnibus vote consideration titled, “An Ordinance Abating Certain Taxes Levied Pursuant to Ordinance No. O10-2017 for the Tax Year 2019 by the City of Highland Park, Lake County, Illinois”.
Public Works
9. Adoption of a Resolution (R13-2020) by omnibus vote consideration titled, “A Resolution Authorizing Renewal of the 2019 Unit Price Tree & Stump Removal Contract to Lucas Landscaping and Design of Deerfield, Illinois”.
10. Adoption of a Resolution (R14-2020) by omnibus vote consideration titled, “A Resolution Authorizing Renewal of the 2019 Routine Grounds Maintenance Contracts to Guy Scopelliti Co. Inc. of Highland Park, Illinois, and Jack Vena Lawn Maintenance Inc., of Highland Park, Illinois”.
11. Adoption of a Resolution (R15-2020) by omnibus vote consideration titled, “A Resolution Approving the Purchase of a 2020 Freightliner M2 Multipurpose Bio-Diesel Hook Lift Truck through the Sourcewell Purchasing Cooperative”.
12. Adoption of an Ordinance (O16-2020) by omnibus vote consideration titled, “An Ordinance Waiving the Competitive Bidding Requirements of the City’s Purchasing Manual and Approving the Purchase of a Sewer Televising Truck Pipeline Inspection System from Ej Equipment of Addison, Illinois”.
Community Development
13. Adoption of an Ordinance (O17-2020) by omnibus vote consideration titled, “An Ordinance Amending Titles IX and XVII of "The Highland Park Code of 1968," as amended, Regarding the City's Building Regulations”.
14. Adoption of a Resolution (R16-2020) by omnibus vote consideration titled, “A Resolution Amending the Annual Fee Resolution Regarding Building and Property Maintenance Codes”.
15. Adoption of a Resolution (R17-2020) by omnibus vote consideration titled, “A Resolution Approving Agreements for Property Management, Operation, and Maintenance Services for the Peers Housing Association, the Ravinia Housing Association, and the Walnut Housing Association”.
16. Adoption of a Resolution (R18-2020) by omnibus vote consideration titled, “A Resolution Approving an Agreement with T.P.I. Building Code Consultants Inc. of South Elgin, Illinois for Commercial & Multi-Family Inspection Services”.
17. Adoption of a Resolution (R19-2020) by omnibus vote consideration titled, “A Resolution Approving an Agreement with T.P.I. Building Code Consultants Inc. of South Elgin, Illinois for Residential Inspection Services”.
Public Safety
18. Adoption of an Ordinance (O18-2020) by omnibus vote consideration titled, “An Ordinance Waiving the Formal Bidding Requirements of the City's Purchasing Manual and Approving the Purchase of Public Safety Radio Equipment”.
19. Adoption of an Ordinance (O19-2020) by omnibus vote consideration titled, “An Ordinance Amending Section 72.020 of the "Highland Park Code of 1968", as Amended, Regarding the Ravinia Festival East Parking Permit”.
20. Adoption of a Resolution (R20-2020) by omnibus vote consideration titled, “A Resolution Prohibiting Vehicular Parking, Stopping or Standing on St Johns Avenue Between Vine Avenue and Elm Place”.
21. Adoption of an Ordinance (O20-2020) by omnibus vote consideration titled, “An Ordinance Waiving the Formal Bidding Requirements of the City’s Purchasing Manual and Approving an Agreement With Dr. Cynthia I. Plazas LLC, of Oak Park, Illinois, for the Provision of Public Safety Social Worker Services for 2020”.
22. Adoption of a Resolution (R21-2020) by omnibus vote consideration titled, “A Resolution Approving an Agreement with Openlands for the Provision of Public Safety Services in Unincorporated Portions of Fort Sheridan”.
ITEMS REMOVED FROM OMNIBUS VOTE CONSIDERATION
2. Adoption of a Resolution (R22-2020) titled, “A Resolution Supporting the Clean Energy Jobs Act”.
City Manager Neukirch noted there was a minor change within the resolution and would need to be voted on as amended.
Eileen Shanley-Roberts, Clean Power Lake County Representative, thanked the City for embracing this legislation that will make a huge difference for environmental justice communities in Lake County, like Waukegan and North Chicago. She explained that Clean Power Lake County will increase access to clean energy, provide for transitions away from fossil fuels, and assist the community in saving money by bringing new technology that will increase jobs and increase the economic base.
Councilwoman Stone moved to approve a Resolution Supporting the Clean Energy Jobs Act, as amended. Councilman Kaufman seconded the motion. Upon a roll call vote, the Mayor declared the motion passed unanimously.
RESULT: ADOPTED AS AMENDED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Kim Stone, Councilwoman
SECONDER: Daniel Kaufman, Councilman
AYES: Mayor Rotering, Councilmen Stolberg, Stone, Kaufman, Blumberg, Knobel, Holleman
OTHER BUSINESS (the City Council will consider and then either approve or disapprove the following items)
23. Adoption of a Resolution (R23-2020) titled, “A Resolution Approving an Agreement with Williams Architects Inc., of Itasca, Illinois, for Architectural Consulting Services”.
City Manager Neukirch recognized Fire Chief Amidei, Public Works Director Kanapareddy and Deputy Chief Olson for their comprehensive review of the Request for Proposals for this project. She stated that staff is recommending architectural services be awarded to Williams Architects Inc. She explained that Councilwoman Stone provided feedback and clarification on some points in the proposal and those amendments were shared with Williams Architects and met with approval.
Mayor Rotering explained that the timeline includes planning in FY2020 and building in FY2021.
Councilman Blumberg thanked Fire Chief Amidei for allowing him to ride along and see fire departments that were built recently in surrounding communities.
Councilwoman Stone thanked City Manager Neukirch for discussing those clarifying points with Williams Architects because some of the changes that had been incorporated had to do with sustainability and making sure the City does not get charged an extra fee to incorporate sustainability into the design. She stated that discussions had previously been had about a net zero building and expressed her gratitude with moving forward and exploring some of those options.
Councilman Blumberg moved to approve a Resolution Approving an Agreement with Williams Architects Inc., of Itasca, Illinois for Architectural Consulting Services. Councilman Kaufman seconded the motion. Upon a roll call vote, the Mayor declared the motion passed unanimously.
RESULT: ADOPTED AS AMENDED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Anthony Blumberg, Councilman
SECONDER: Daniel Kaufman, Councilman
AYES: Mayor Rotering, Councilmen Stolberg, Stone, Kaufman, Blumberg, Knobel, Holleman
BUSINESS FROM THE COUNCIL
There was none.
BUSINESS FROM CITY STAFF A. City Manager Report
City Manager Neukirch provided a report on the 2020 Census, the City's Snow & Ice Control Plan, and the Volunteer Snow Shoveling Program.
Councilman Stolberg and Corporation Counsel Elrod discussed the liability of a property owner if an individual slips and falls on a sidwalk.
ADJOURNMENT
Councilman Blumberg moved to adjourn. Councilwoman Stone seconded the motion. On a voice vote, Mayor Rotering declared the motion passed unanimously.
The City Council adjourned its meeting at 8:00 PM.
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