City of North Chicago City Council met Nov. 2.
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: Jackson, Mayfield, Evans, Allen, Markham, Runnels, January
Absent: None
MOTION CARRIED
IV. OMNIBUS VOTE AGENDA
4-1 Minutes of Regular Council Meeting, November 02, 2020
4-2 Minutes of Standing Committee Meetings, November 02, 2020
4-3 Minutes of Finance/Audit Committee Meetings, November 11, 2020
4-4 Monthly Budget Report – May 01, 2020 thru October 31, 2020
4-5 Water Department Report – October 2020
4-6 Treasurer’s Report – October 2020
Alderman Allen moved, seconded by Alderman Evans to approve the Omnibus Vote Agenda as presented.
Alderman Markham inquired of the insurance in the Treasurer’s Report (approximately $600,000); Treasurer, Kenneth Robinson explained monies were in the General Fund and the dollars are restricted. Billing comes out of the General Fund. Alderman Markham suggested the funds be removed from General Fund.
ROLL CALL:
Ayes: Jackson, Mayfield, Evans, Allen, Runnels
Nays: Markham, January
Absent: None
MOTION CARRIED
V. PUBLIC COMMENTS
NONE
VI. REGULAR AGENDA
6-1 CONSIDERATION/APPROVAL – REDFLEX TRAFFIC SYSTEMS AGREEMENT
Alderman Mayfield moved, seconded Alderman Evans to approve the Redflex Traffic Systems Agreement.
ROLL CALL:
Ayes: Jackson, Mayfield, Evans, Allen, Markham, Runnels, January
Nays: None
Absent: None
MOTION CARRIED
6-2 CONSIDERATION/APPROVAL – GP LICENSE FOR 1712 SHERIDAN RD. (WAUP STOP)
Alderman Evans moved, seconded by Alderman Mayfield to approve the GP License for 1712 Sheridan Rd. (Waup Stop)
ROLL CALL
Ayes: Jackson, Mayfield, Evans, Allen, Runnels
Nays: Markham, January
Absent: None
MOTION CARRIED
6-3 CONSIDERATION/APPROVAL – AWARD THE 2020 FAST TRACK DEMOLITION PROJECT TO C-FORCE CONSTRUCTION IN THE AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $354,792.00
Alderman moved, seconded by Alderman to approve the Award of 2020 Fast Track Demolition Project to C-Force Construction in the amount not to exceed $354,792.00.
ROLL CALL:
Ayes: Jackson, Mayfield, Evans, Allen, Markham, Runnels, January
Nays: None
Absent: None
MOTION CARRIED
6-4 CONSIDERATION/APPROVAL – AWARD A CONTRACT IN A NOT TO EXCEED VALUE OF $ AS THE LOW BIDDER FOR THE GRINDING OF TREE STUMPS AND PARKWAY RESTORATION AT LOCATIONS THROUGHOUT THE CITY; FUNDING SOURCE IS 2020 CDBG FUNDS:
Alderman Evans moved, seconded by Alderman Allen to approve the award not to exceed value of $ as the low bidder for the grinding of tree stumps and parkway restoration at locations throughout the city; funding source is 2020 CDBG Funds.
ROLL CALL:
Ayes: Jackson, Mayfield, Evans, Allen, Markham, Runnels, January
Nays: None
Absent: None
MOTION CARRIED
6-5 CONSIDERATION/APPROVAL – AWARD A CONTRACT IN A NOT TO EXCEED VALUE OF $ AS THE LOW BIDDER FOR THE REMOVAL AND REPLACEMENT OF SIDEWALKS DEEMED TO BE HAZARDOUS AT LOCATIONS THROUGHOUT THE CITY; FUNDING SOURCE IS 2020 CDBG FUNDS.
Alderman Evans moved, seconded by Alderman Allen to approve the award not to exceed value of $ as the low bidder for the removal and replacement of sidewalks deemed to be hazardous at locations throughout the City; funding source is 2020 CDBG Funds.
ROLL CALL:
Ayes: Jackson, Mayfield, Evans, Allen, Markham, Runnels, January
Nays: None Absent: None
MOTION CARRIED
6-6 CONSIDERATION/APPROVAL OF CITY BILLS
General Corporate Fund $ 313,575.65
Library. $ 11,476.21
Motor Fuel Tax $ 3,352.95
Water Operations $ 102,157.18
Grant $ 5,088.50
911 Emergency Telephone Sys. $ 19,783.56
Dental and Vision $ 577.35
Retiree's Insurance Prem. $ 13,384.61
TIF II Downtown/Industrial $ 250.00
TIF II Sheridan Crossing $ 625.00
Skokie Highway TIF III $ 625.00
Grant Place Operating Fund $ 5,017.16
Capital Project $ 142,206.32
TOTAL $ 618,119.49
Alderman January asked if there were sufficient funds; when checks would be processed and dispensed. Treasurer, Kenneth Robinson stated funds were available; checks would be disbursed before end of the week. Alderman January asked the balance of the Water Fund and the next transfer; Treasurer Robinson provided the balance of $1,729,637.71 in the Water Operations Fund and transfer of $650,000 in January 2021.
ROLL CALL:
Ayes: Jackson, Mayfield, Evans, Allen, Markham, Runnels
Nays: January
Absent: None
MOTION CARRIED VII. MISCELLANEOUS
911 CALL CENTER STATUS
Alderman Markham stated had previously requested the status of the 911 Call Center and when the information would be submitted; The Mayor stated it would be placed on the next Committee Meeting, November 16, 2020 for discussion.
Alderman Evans explained that several questions could be addressed to the Department Heads prior to the meeting.
APPRECIA TIVE
Alderman Allen was very gracious of the condolences and prayers received in the loss of his sister.
VARIOUS
Alderman Mayfield sent thanks to the Public Safety team & Fire Department for their participation in the Public Safety Fair in conjunction with the Exchange Club distributing safety kits. She commended the Police Department for distribution of candy in the neighborhood for Halloween. She reminded those to complete Sexual Harassment Training including the Elected Officials before end of the year.
VARIOUS
Alderman January had strong concerns of receiving the incorrect agendas yet stated they needed to be received in a timely way; disappointed that the Interim Comptroller’s contract wasn’t renewed; she had extensive knowledge of the costly software recently purchased who would have been the best person to implement the system. She felt the Assistant Comptroller should be a contractor based on City Ordinance.
The Mayor stated candidate for interview November 6, 2020 as Interim Comptroller. He stated the current Assistant Comptroller was capable of handing the current duties; she was familiar with the functions of the office.
Mayor Rockingham stated if there were errors in the agenda prior to the meeting (Thursday) there is opportunity for the aldermen to make necessary changes/corrections.
VIII. 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: Jackson, Mayfield, Evans, Allen, Markham, Runnels, January
Nays: None
Absent: None
MOTION CARRIED
The Council Meeting adjourned at 6:35 p.m.
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