City of North Chicago City Council met June 1.
Here is the minutes provided by the council:
I. CALL TO ORDER
II. INVOCATION
III. ROLL CALL
Upon roll call being taken, the following members were present:
Present: Fisher, Mayfield, Allen, Runnels, January
Absent: Evans, Markham
Alderman Markham joined meeting at 6:03 p.m.
The Mayor addressed the protestors staging in North Chicago and it was dissolved with police presence. Waukegan had a curfew; in process of closing Lewis Avenue from Argonne Dr. to 17th St; and group from Lake Bluff (mixed) peaceful march.
IV. OMNIBUS VOTE AGENDA
4-1 Minutes of Regular Council Meeting, May 18, 2020
4-2 Minutes of Standing Committee Meetings, May 18, 2020
4-3 Intergovernmental Agreement for Resurfacing of Great Lakes Metra Parking Lot
4-4 Treasurer’s Report – April 2020
Alderman Allen moved, seconded by Alderman Runnels to approve items 4-1 thru 4--4 of the Omnibus Vote Agenda as presented.
Alderman January requested to move item 4-3 and Alderman Mayfield; 4-4 from Omnibus Vote
Agenda to Regular Agenda.
MOTION CARRIED BY VOICE VOTE
Alderman Evans was absent.
V. PUBLIC COMMENTS
NONE
VI. REGULAR AGENDA
4-3 INTERGOVERNMENTAL AGREEMENT FOR RESURFACING OF GREAT LAKES METRA PARKING LOT
Alderman Allen moved, seconded by Alderman Mayfield to approve the Intergovernmental Agreement for Resurfacing of Great Lakes Metra Parking Lot.
ROLL CALL:
Ayes: Fisher, Mayfield, Allen, Markham, Runnels, January
Nays: None
Absent: Evans
MOTION CARRIED
4-4 TREASURER’S REPORT – APRIL 2020
Alderman Allen moved, seconded by Alderman Runnels to approve the Treasurer’s Report for May 2020.
Alderman Mayfield questioned who decided what investment; Treasurer, Kenneth Robinson stated he did including with the bank.
Alderman January questioned if the City had control of what is under the wealth account; Mr. Robinson explained the Investment manager.
Alderman Mayfield questioned who was the investment manager and the number of municipalities; Mr. Robinson explained the bank had $10,000,000.
The Mayor announced that Alderman Evans was unable to attend the meeting.
ROLL CALL:
Ayes: Fisher, Mayfield, Allen, Markham, Runnels
Nays: January
Absent: Evans
MOTION CARRIED
6-1 CONSIDERATION/APPROVAL OF CITY BILLS
General Corporate Fund $ 349,846.80
Library $ 6,771.19
Motor Fuel Tax $ 10,568.00
Water Operations $ 65,845.02
Grant $ 14,254.00
Community Development - CDBG $ 1,261.81
Dental and Vision $ 184.00
Retiree's Insurance Prem $ 17,929.05
Skokie Highway TIF III $ 2,226.25
Grant Place Operating Fund $ 55,653.32
TOTAL $ 524,539.44
MOTION:
Alderman Runnels moved, seconded by Alderman Mayfield to pay the bills of Council Run 6/01/20 in the amount of $524,539.44 when funds become available.
Alderman January questioned if funds were available and when checks were disbursed; Interim Comptroller, Daniela Partipilo acknowledged they were and sent at end of the week. Alderman January asked amount in the Water Fund and next transfer; Mrs. Partipilo stated amount of $1,415,419.93 and estimated transfer amount of 650,000 in July 2020. She clarified that the exact number was contingent upon the budget.
Alderman Allen questioned reimbursement of COVID-19 General Fund and why The City didn’t apply for a loan; The Mayor stated the government agreed and would have to manage it differently as a municipality.
ROLL CALL:
Ayes: Fisher, Mayfield, Allen, Markham, Runnels
Nays: January
Absent: Evans
MOTION CARRIED
VIII. MISCELLANEOUS
CENSUS REMINDER
Alderman Mayfield stressed reminder to complete census. She stated that North Chicago was estimated at 47% completed.
QUESTIONS/COMMENTS/CONCERNS
Alderman Allen questioned/suggested that new officers and firefighters were introduced.
Alderman January questioned status with reopening to the public; The Mayor decided to wait another week with report from Lake County. At this time there were stickers on the floor for social distancing; face masks available; hand sanitizer throughout the building; plexiglass installed in certain departments/offices and staggered shift for employees. He estimated June 08 or 15, 2020 to reopen. Alderman January requested to send the finalize plan for council review. She appreciated the due diligence for safety purposes.
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.
ROLL CALL:
Ayes: Fisher, Mayfield, Allen, Markham, Runnels, January
Nays: None
Absent: Evans
MOTION CARRIED
The Council Meeting adjourned at 6:33 p.m.
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