City of Waukegan City Council met May 15
Here are the minutes provided by the council:
The Council of the City of Waukegan met in regular session on Monday, May 15, 2023 at 7:30 PM
City Council Chambers, City Hall. 100 N. Martin Luther King Jr. Ave, Waukegan.
Mayor; Ann B. Taylor, City Clerk; Janet E. Kilkelly & Corporation Counsel; Stewart J. Weiss, were present.
City Treasurer; Dr. John R. Schwab, was absent.
1. Opening Items
Procedural: A. Roll Call
PRESENT: Ald Guzman, Ald Martinez, Ald Felix, Ald Newsome, Ald Turner, Ald Donnenwirth, Ald Florian, Ald Hayes, Ald Bolton.
ABSENT: None.
Procedural: B. Invocation / Pledge of Allegiance.
Procedural: C. Mayor's Comments - At this time, Mayor Taylor shared her comments.
2. Resolutions/Proclamations/Presentations/Appointments
A. National Safe Boating Week is May 20 - 26
B. Period Poverty Awareness Week is May 22 - 28
3. Audience Time
Jeannette Williams: She spoke about contractors doing her roof without a permit. She asked the city for help and to go after the contractor because they did a poor job with her roof and with no permit.
Rayon Edwards: He spoke about Donald Stallworth III who was killed in Waukegan ambulance accident. He invited everyone to attend the event honoring his passing tomorrow at 6:00PM location will be at the corner of Waukegan Township. Next he spoke about 200 Julian, gun violence, and kids not having nowhere to go. He asked the elected officials to do more because the community is hurting.
Margaret Carraso: She spoke the state of Illinois being a two license state and both the state license and the city have to be valid in order to sell and serve. She addressed an event that was hosted today and sponsored by the County using a vendor from Highland Park. She shared that she was not able to locate the vendor on the Stat of Illinois website. She then questioned permits for this event and if other Waukegan businesses were given the opportunity. Lastly, she spoke about Scoop the Loop.
Corporation Counsel Stew and Mayor Taylor addressed and clarified the event hosted by County.
Clyde Mclemore: He played an audio on his phone. He addressed Mayor Taylor and told her it is time for her to go, wished everyone a Happy Mother's Day. Spoke about people selling merchandise without permits.
Brother Blanks: He said this is the first Administration to offer to partner up with his organization. He said he would like to partner with the City regarding Civilian Police Accountability and asked the elected officials to take his offer in consideration.
Michael D. Urbancic: He shared that the attended previous meeting regarding dogs at the beach. He provided a letter to the mayor proposing to have dog owners take their dogs out to swim at the lake and have an area strictly for this.
4. Consent Agenda (Items under the Consent Agenda are considered routine and/or non-controversial and will be approved by one motion. If any one board member wishes to have a separate vote on any item, it will be pulled from the Consent Agenda and voted on separately) Motion by Ald Floian, second by Ald Newsome to approve Consent Agenda items 4.A-G
Action (Consent): A. Minutes: A. Motion to approve the Regular Meeting Minutes from Monday, April 17, 2023.
Action (Consent): B. Motion to approve the Committee of the Whole Meeting Minutes from Monday, May 01, 2023.
Action (Consent): C. Minutes: C. Motion to approve the Regular Meeting Minutes from Monday, May 01, 2023.
Action (Consent): D. Minutes: D. Motion to approve the Special Meeting Minutes from Monday, May 01, 2023.
Action (Consent): E. Motion to approve vendor payments dated May 15, 2023 in the amount of $2,500,262.84.
Action (Consent): F. Motion to Approve Regular Payroll dated May 5, 2023 in the total amount of $1,736,255.42.
Action (Consent): G. Motion to Approve Miscellaneous Payroll (PD-HBB & CT Cashout, Vacation Cashout, and Final Payout) dated May 5, 2023 in the total amount of $53,249.32.
Consent Agenda Vote:
AYE: Ald Guzman, Ald Martinez, Ald Felix, Ald Newsome, Ald Turner, Ald Donnenwirth, Ald Florian, Ald Hayes, Ald Bolton.
NAY: None.
ABSENT: None.
ABSTAIN: None.
MOTION APPROVED
5. Reports and Communication
6. Old Business
7. New Business
Motion by Ald Turner, second by Ald Guzman to omnibus vote New Business items 7. A-G and 7. I-V excluding items 7. H and W
Action (omnibus): A. Resolution approving and authorizing the proper City Officials to award the bid for the 2023 Annual Commodities, asphalt portion only, to Peter Baker & Sons for the highlighted pricing on the bid tab. This matter was presented to the Public Works & Infrastructure Committee on May 15, 2023.
Ald Turner read the approved amount: $250,000
Action (omnibus): B. Resolution approving and authorizing the proper City Officials to award the bid for the 2023 Manhole and Catch Basin Frames and Grates bid to EJ USA, Inc. for the highlighted pricing on the bid tab. This matter was presented to the Public Works & Infrastructure Committee on May 15, 2023.
Ald Turner read the approved amount: $62,000
Action (omnibus): C. Resolution approving and authorizing the proper City Officials to award the bid for the 2023 Hydrant Assemblies bid to EJ USA, Inc. for the highlighted pricing on the bid tab. This matter was presented to the Public Works & Infrastructure Committee on May 15, 2023.
Ald Turner read the approved amount: $100,00
Action (omnibus): D. Resolution approving and authorizing the proper City Officials to award the bid for the Water Meter 2023-2025 bid to Badger Meter for the highlighted pricing on the bid tab. This matter was presented to the Public Works & Infrastructure Committee on May 15, 2023.
Ald Turner read the approved amount:120,000
Action (omnibus): E. Resolution approving and authorizing the proper City Officials to award the bid for the 2023 Water Plant Chemicals Bid to multiple vendors for an anticipated amount of $250,000.00. This matter was presented to the Public Works & Infrastructure Committee on May 15, 2023.
Action (omnibus): F. Resolution approving and authorizing the proper City Officials to approve a resolution awarding the 2023-2025 Sludge Dewatering bid to Noble Environmental for a not to exceed amount of $133,000.00 for FY23-24 and $136,360.00 for FY24-25. This matter was presented to the Public Works & Infrastructure Committee on May 15, 2023.
Action (omnibus): G. Resolution approving and authorizing the proper City Officials to approve Construction Engineering Services with Crawford, Murphy and Tilly per Sec. 2-458(i)(4)(Professional Services) for a not to exceed amount of $213,300.00 for the River Road Water Main and Roadway Improvement Project. This matter was presented to the Public Works & Infrastructure Committee on May 15, 2023.
Action: H. Motion by Ald Turner, second by Ald Florian to approve Resolution approving and authorizing the proper City Officials to approve a resolution for Change Order #2 with Peter Baker & Sons for the 2023 Roadway Maintenance Program for an amount of $271,658.95. This matter was presented to the Public Works & Infrastructure Committee on May 15, 2023.
Ald Turner shared that this is a change order for Peter Baker Road Program and explained the initial approval and change orders. Roadway Program is totaling together $5,448,551.60. Ald Guzman asked if Peter Baker is the only one bidding on this.
Ald Turner explained and clarified. Mayor Taylor also further explained and shared that the Roadway Program is available on the city website.
AYE: Ald Guzman, Ald Martinez, Ald Felix, Ald Newsome, Ald Turner, Ald Donnenwirth, Ald Florian, Ald Hayes, Ald Bolton.
NAY: None.
ABSENT: None.
ABSTAIN: None.
MOTION APPROVED
Action (omnibus): I. Resolution approving and authorizing the proper City Officials to award the Glen Rock Culvert Replacement RFP to Bolder Contractors for a not to exceed amount of $1,570,191.00. This matter was presented to the Public Works & Infrastructure Committee on May 15, 2023.
Action (omnibus): J. Resolution approving and authorizing the proper City Officials to approve a resolution for Design Engineering Services from Robinson Engineering per Sec. 2-458(i)(4)(Professional Services) for the FY24 Street Rehabilitation Program for a not to exceed amount of $453,600.00. This matter was presented to the Public Works & Infrastructure Committee on May 15, 2023.
Action (omnibus): K. Resolution approving and authorizing the proper City Officials to approve a resolution adopting the Lake County All Natural Hazards Mitigation Plan 2022 update. This matter was presented to the Public Works & Infrastructure Committee on May 15, 2023.
Action (omnibus): L. Resolution approving and authorizing the proper City Officials to award the River Road Water Main and Roadway Improvements RFP to Berger for a not to exceed amount of $2,486,082.00. This matter was presented to the Public Works & Infrastructure Committee on May 15, 2023.
Action(omnibus): M. Resolution approving and authorizing the proper City Officials to approve a resolution approving an agreement between North Shore Gas and the City of Waukegan for the River Glen Lift Station and Subdivision gas main extension deposit for a not to exceed amount of $336,359.32. This matter was presented to the Public Works & Infrastructure Committee on May 15, 2023.
Action (omnibus): N. Resolution approving and authorizing the proper City Officials to enter into an agreement with Ciorba to review Watershed Permits and Plans per Sec. 2-458(i)(4)(Professional Services) for a not to exceed amount of $119,771.25. This matter was presented to the Public Works & Infrastructure Committee Meeting on May 15, 2023.
Action (omnibus): O. Resolution approving and authorizing the proper City Officials to execute a temporary construction easement with the Lake County Stormwater Management Commission for the purpose of accessing the right-of-way easement as is necessary for the maintenance of drainage infrastructure reconstruction and other purposes, on, over and through vacated Knight Avenue. This matter was presented to the Public Works & Infrastructure Committee on May 15, 2023.
Action(omnibus): P. Resolution approving and authorizing the proper City Officials to approve the leachate pumping and hauling services with Covanta Environmental Solutions per Sec. 2-458(i)(1)(Sole Source) for a three year term for $65,000.00 per year. This matter was presented to the Public Works & Infrastructure Committee on May 15, 2023.
Action (omnibus): Q. Resolution Repealing Resolution No. 23-R-65, Waiving Competitive Bidding, and Reapproving the Purchase of a Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Command Vehicle from John Jones Auto Group and a Radio From Chicomm for the Fire Department. This matter was presented to the Finance and Purchasing Committee on May 15, 2023.
Mayor Taylor shared that this was approve before but money was approved to go to John Jones Auto group only totaling $165, 857.62. This item will be split: John Jones Auto Group $ 127,730.45 and Chicomm $ 38,127.17.
Action (omnibus): R. Resolution approving the application and acceptance of a Grant from the Dickey Foundation for Ballistic Armor. This matter was presented to the Finance and Purchasing Committee on May 15, 2023.
Mayor clarified that this amount is for the Fire Department. Ald Newsome listed the amount of the grant $12,844.00
Action (omnibus): S. Resolution approving the acceptance of the Fiscal Year 2023 Co-Responder Grant from the Illinois Criminal Justice Information Authority. This matter was presented to the Finance and Purchasing Committee on May 15, 2023.
Ald Newsome listed the total amount of grant $2.3 Million dollars. Mayor Taylor spoke about grants going forward.
Action (omnibus): T. Resolution approving the purchase of an Apex Virtual Reality Training Simulator Device for the Police Department in a not to exceed amount of $67,500. This matter was presented to the Finance and Purchasing Committee on May 15, 2023.
Mayor Taylor shared that this item is to cut down on travel for police to go to training. This will allow for police to create their own training here.
Action(omnibus): U. Resolution approving an application and acceptance of a Grant from the US Department of Transportation for a Fire Boat. This matter was presented to the Finance and Purchasing Committee on May 15, 2023.
Ald Newsome shared that the program will provide 80% of cost of the fire boat totaling $436,308.80. The city will contribute if grant is awarded 20% totaling $109,777.20.
Action (omnibus): V. Resolution Approving a Release and Settlement with Shanika Williams in Case No. 23 CV 00941. This matter was presented to the Finance and Purchasing Committee on May 15, 2023.
Action: W. Ordinance Amending Section 3-32 of the Code of Ordinances regarding Permitted Hours of Operation for On-Premises Consumption of Liquor Licenses. This matter was presented to the Code Revisions, Appeals, and Negotiations Committee on May 15, 2023.
Mayor Taylor along with Corporation Counsel explained the amended item and explained what was voted on before. Ald Turner spoke about controls, rules and regulation for liquor and suggested to authorize restaurants to serve liquor with their operational hours. Ald Donnenwirth suggested to give everyone the same hours every day of the week and be consistent. Ald Turner suggested to to amend this item. Corporation Counsel Stew clarified and confirmed the on and off premises new hours for liquor.
Ald Guzman recused himself from this item, and left the room
Motion by Ald Turner, second by Ald Donnenwirth to amend item 7. W.
AYE: Ald Martinez, Ald Felix, Ald Turner, Ald Donnenwirth, Ald Florian, Ald Hayes.
NAY: Ald Newsome, Ald Bolton.
ABSENT: None.
ABSTAIN: None.
MOTION APPROVED
Motion by Ald Turner, second by Ald Donnenwirth to approve as amended an Ordinance Amending Section 3-32 of the Code of Ordinances regarding Permitted Hours of Operation for On-Premises Consumption of Liquor Licenses: 6:00 AM-1:00 AM; Sunday-Thursday the following day. 6:00 AM-2:00 AM; Friday-Saturday the following day. This matter was presented to the Code Revisions, Appeals, and Negotiations Committee on May 15, 2023.
AYE: Ald Martinez, Ald Felix, Ald Turner, Ald Donnenwirth, Ald Florian, Ald Hayes.
NAY: Ald Newsome, Ald Bolton.
ABSENT: None.
ABSTAIN: None.
MOTION APPROVED
New Business (omnibus) vote:
AYE: Ald Guzman, Ald Martinez, Ald Felix, Ald Newsome, Ald Turner, Ald Donnenwirth, Ald Florian, Ald Hayes, Ald Bolton.
NAY: None.
ABSENT: None.
ABSTAIN: None.
MOTION APPROVED
8. Ordinances
9. Closing Items
Aldermen Time
Ald Martinez: He thanked everyone who went out and also voted for him. He spoke about potholes and asked everyone to call him at 847.390.2689. Told everyone to watch their speed, and shared that he is working with Community Officer. Invited everyone to job fair happening 5/20/2022 from 10-2:00PM at La Canoa. He thanked the Waukegan Outreach and Ald Felix for their sponsorship and to call 224.733.57.82 if you would like to set up a booth there. Ward clean up May 21st 12-4PM meeting at Los Comales restaurant on McAree.
Ald Felix: He thanked everyone for coming out and for those watching. He shared assistance programs that will benefit the community such as: Waukegan Township 55+ lawn and snow removal, Job fair happening May 20th at la Canoa 10-2PM, Equal Hope, UMMA Center food pantry. He spoke about gun violence and encouraged everyone to talk to family members. He asked residents to reach out regarding homeless people, neighborhood watch and any questions regarding the city functions.
Ald Newsome: No Comment-pass-
Ald Turner: He spoke about not leaving grass clippings on side of road to avoid issues. He shared that he was a victim of burglary along with other neighbors as people went inside garages, cars and stole lawn mowers. He reminded everyone to lock their cars and be mindful of car burglaries. He spoke about having ward clean ups and will be providing those dates when they become available. Invited everyone to Cop on a Roof upcoming Friday at local Dunkin, Washington and Fountain Square and support Special Olympics. He talked about his 6th ward reward: cash reward for information leading to a conviction between Memorial-Labor Day. This year's reward will be split with the 7th ward Alderperson Donnenwirth totaling $2,000 for any gun conviction and asked other alderpersons to reach out if they want to be a part of it.
Ald Donnenwirth: He said he is happy to be back in the service of Waukegan and is happy to see old and new faces. He asked residents to contact him regarding clean up, thanked everyone for voting and shared that he has already talked to a lot of his residents and has helped them. He also shared that he will be working with Ald Turner to try to stop crime.
Ald Florian: She invited everyone to Waukegan Parks Foundation fundraiser Thursday from 6-8PM location will at the Splash zone at the Corrine J. Rose Park. Tickers for this fundraiser are available at the door $65 per person. She shared that 2nd graders come and learn Water Safety trough this program/fundraiser. She talked and read about gun violence from The Week Magazine.
Ald Hayes: He welcomed the new alderpersons. He thanked Don and the Finance Department for their presentation and for all the work they have done. He spoke about the City not raising the tax levy.
Ald Bolton: She wished her mother a Happy 85th Birthday, Mary Sims. She acknowledged and thanked Community Action Project for their event last week. She said she is glad that the city is providing Social Workers to work with the Police Department. She spoke about meeting every first and second Thursday for breakfast and coming together spiritually, as a community and providing services.
Ald Guzman: He spoke about gun violence and the tragedy of Niolis Collazo. He shared that he attended her awake and met with her family members. He spoke about job fair, the passing of Mrs.Balen and asked residents to call him at 847.390.2690 or email him jose.guzman@waukeganil.gov. He spoke about projects he is working on: Dunlay Ct Parking Zone, Parking Zone, Mikes Pizza four way stop, Lead Service Replacement Program and job fair happening on May 20th at la Canoa.
10. Adjournment
Motion by Ald Donnenwirth, second, by Ald Martinez to adjourn at 9:14PM
VOICE VOTE: MOTION APPROVED.
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