City of North Chicago City Council met April 5
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
Absent: January
The Mayor announced that Alderman January was unable to attend the meeting.
IV. OMNIBUS VOTE AGENDA
4-1 Minutes of Public Hearing, March 15, 2021
4-2 Minutes of Regular Council Meeting, March 15, 2021
4-3 Minutes of Standing Committee Meetings, March 15, 2021
4-4 Reappointment of the Following Library Board Trustees: Etta Robinson – 3-year Term; Caroline Harrington - 3-year Term; Peter Villanueva - 3-year Term; Robert Runnels Sr. - 3- year Term;
Alderman Allen moved, seconded by Alderman Evans to approve the Omnibus Vote Items 4-1 thru 4-4.
ROLL CALL:
Ayes: Jackson, Mayfield, Evans, Allen, Markham, Runnels
Nays: None
Absent: January
MOTION CARRIED
IV. PUBLIC COMMENTS
Chris White – SEIU Local 73 Field Organizer
City Clerk Lori L. Collins read Mr. White’s emailed concern of Public Works Committee Item 4; Review/Discussion regarding a proposal received from Operations Services, Inc. for the Evaluation of Processes, Procedures and Staffing at the Water Treatment Plant. He was unclear if it was relative to outsourcing of union workers employment or the management of the plant. He strongly disagreed with outsourcing and/or privatization of any method; impacting local tax dollars from the community. He urged the committee to carefully interrogate the intention of the proposal and reject it.
The Mayor replied that he agreed with the Union in keeping those jobs within the community; he asked that they (the Union) were patient and collaborate with the City.
VI. REGULAR AGENDA
6-1 CONSIDERATION/APPROVAL OF AVA’S CAFÉ PURCHASE
Alderman Allen moved, seconded by Alderman Evans to approve the purchase of Ava’s Café.
ROLL CALL:
Ayes: Jackson, Mayfield, Evans, Allen, Runnels
Nays: Markham
Absent: January
MOTION CARRIED
6-2 CONSIDERATION/APPROVAL OF REPEALING SECTION 2-3-4 (VITAL STATISTICS)
Alderman Allen moved, seconded by Alderman Evans to approve Repealing Section 2-3-4.
Alderman Jackson asked for an overview; City Clerk, Lori Collins explained that the City Clerk’s Office no longer provided Birth or Death Certificates.
ROLL CALL:
Ayes: Jackson, Mayfield, Evans, Allen, Markham, Runnels
Nays: None
Absent: January
MOTION CARRIED
6-3 CONSIDERATION/APPROVAL OF ORDINANCE APPROVING AN AMENDMENT TO THE CITY OF NORTH CHICAGO COMPREHENSIVE PLAN (MAY 2016), APPROVING A SPECIAL USE PERMIT FOR A PHASE PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT, (PUD), APPROVING A COMBINED PRELIMINARY AND FINAL PLAN AND PLAT OF SUBDIVISION FOR PHASE I AND A PRELIMINARY PLAN AND PLAT OF SUBDIVISION FOR PHASE 2 AND APPROVING VACATIONS OF CERTAIN PLATTED AND ABANDONED ALLEY AND STREET RIGHTS-OF-WAY
Alderman Allen moved, seconded by Alderman Mayfield to approve Ordinance Approving an Amendment to the City of North Chicago Comprehensive Plan (May 2016), Approving a Special Use Permit for a Phase Planned Unit Development, (PUD), Approving a Combined Preliminary/Final Plan/Plat of Subdivision for Phase I /Preliminary Plan and Plat of Subdivision for Phase 2/Approving Vacations of Certain Platted, Abandoned Alley and Street Rights-of-Way.
Alderman Jackson asked for an overview; Victor Barrera, Economic & Community Development Director explained this document was Phase I of multiple phases for development at Sheridan Crossing; including a 220,000 sq. ft. distribution center.
Attorney Silverman added it was a portion of redevelopment, amendment to the Comprehensive Plan; it approves pre-plan and a plat of the entire property occupied by Narot, LLC. It also approved a plan and plat of the entire property which was Phase II.
Alderman Evans questioned if specifics were exclusive for Sheridan Crossing; Attorney Silverman acknowledged it was.
Alderman Allen amended motion, seconded by Alderman Mayfield to add that the vacations, alleys and street rights-of-way only pertained to Sheridan Crossing, LLC.
ROLL CALL:
Ayes: Jackson, Mayfield, Evans, Allen, Markham, Runnels
Nays: None
Absent: January
MOTION CARRIED
6-4 CONSIDERATION/APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION FOR 2021 CDBG PROGRAM FUNDING – PUBLIC SERVICES
Alderman Evans moved, seconded by Alderman Mayfield to approve the Resolution for 2021 CDBG Program Funding (Public Services).
ROLL CALL:
Ayes: Jackson, Mayfield, Evans, Allen, Markham, Runnels
Nays: None
Absent: January
MOTION CARRIED
6-5 CONSIDERATION/APPROVAL OF ORDINANCE – SPECIAL USE PERMIT AT 2300 MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. DR.
Alderman Evans moved, seconded by Alderman Mayfield to approve the Special Use Permit at 2300 Martin Luther King Jr. Dr.
ROLL CALL:
Ayes: Jackson, Mayfield, Evans, Allen, Runnels
Nays: Markham
Absent: January
MOTION CARRIED
6-6 CONSIDERATION/APPROVAL OF AN ORDINANCE PROVIDING FOR THE JURISDICTIONAL TRANSFER OF 14TH STREET FROM THE CITY OF NORTH CHICAGO TO COUNTY OF LAKE HIGHWAY SYSTEM
Alderman Evans moved, seconded by Alderman Allen to approve the Ordinance providing for the Jurisdictional Transfer of 14th Street from the City of North Chicago to County of Lake Highway System.
Alderman Jackson asked for an overview of Item 6-6; Ed Wilmes, Public Works Director explained it was a procedural housekeeping matter and the City would retain permanent authority (control of 14th Street).
ROLL CALL:
Ayes: Jackson, Mayfield, Evans, Allen, Markham, Runnels
Nays: None
Absent: January
MOTION CARRIED
6-7 CONSIDERATION/APPROVAL OF TAI WORK ORDER IN THE AMOUNT OF $33,600 FOR THE WATER SYSTEM RISK AND RESILIENCY ASSESSMENT AND EMERGENCY RESPONSE PLAN
Alderman Evans moved, seconded by Alderman Jackson to approve the TAI Work Order in the amount of $33,600 for the Water System Risk, Resiliency Assessment and Emergency Response Plan.
ROLL CALL:
Ayes: Jackson, Mayfield, Evans, Allen, Markham, Runnels
Nays: None
Absent: January
MOTION CARRIED
6-8 CONSIDERATION/APPROVAL OF CITY BILLS
General Corporate Fund $ 446,720.20
Library $ 5,277.81
Motor Fuel Tax $ 24,674.49
Water Operations $ 182,020.95
Grant $ 6,000.00
Community Development - CDBG $ 38,078.05
Retiree's Insurance Premium $ 13,346.27
TIF II Downtown/Industrial $ 5,696.10
TIF II Sheridan Crossing $ 54,219.94
Grant Place Operating Fund $ 20,116.48
TOTAL $ 796,150.29
MOTION:
Alderman Runnels moved, seconded by Alderman Mayfield to pay the bills of Council Run 4/05/21 in the amount of $796,150.29 when funds become available.
ROLL CALL:
Ayes: Jackson, Mayfield, Evans, Allen, Markham, Runnels
Nays: None
Absent: January
MOTION CARRIED
VII. MISCELLANEOUS
CONCERN
Alderman Mayfield had concerns of racing and speeding vehicles in the 2nd Ward. She directed request to Police Chief Perez to monitor the area. Chief Perez acknowledged.
IN-HOUSE MEETINGS
Alderman Allen questioned when Council Meetings would resume in-house; The Mayor explained was following directive of the Governor and have decided to remain virtual. The COVID numbers were rising.
VACCINATION
Alderman Mayfield questioned clarification with age requirements for the vaccinations; The Mayor explained currently ages 16 and over qualify. The contact#: 847-582-1362 to make an appointment to get the vaccination.
Mayor Rockingham wished all election candidates good luck in their endeavors.
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.
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