Village of Schiller Park President and Board of Trustees met March 15.
Here is the minutes provided by the Board:
I.Call To Order:
President Nick Caiafa called the meeting to order at 7:09 p.m.
II. Pledge Of Allegiance
III. Roll Call:
Upon a call of the roll by the Village Clerk, the following Elected Officials were:
Present: President Nick Caiafa, Trustees: Moses Diaz, Russ Klug, Joan Golembiewski, Tom Deegan, Robert Lima, Catherine Gorzynski, and Village Clerk Rosa Jos
Absent: None
President Caiafa declared a quorum present.
Also present: Joe Montana, Corporate Counsel, Brad Townsend, Village Manager, Brian Bursiek, Rob Romo, Paul Flood, Chief Tom Fragakis, John Komorowski, John Bealer, Mario Jos, Jim Goumas, Anthony Hatcher, and Antonio Duran
IV. Swearing In/Presentation:
None.
V. Approval Of Minutes:
Trustee Golembiewski moved, seconded by Trustee Klug that the Minutes of the Regular Board Meeting of March 1st, 2018 be approved.
Upon roll call the following voted:
Aye: Trustees: Diaz, Klug, Golembiewski, Deegan, Lima and Gorzynski
Absent: None
Nay: None
President Caiafa declared the motion carried.
VI. Public Member Wishing To Be Heard:
No one to be heard.
VII. Consent Agenda For Consideration And Action:
The President and the Board of Trustees unanimously consented to take a single Roll Call Vote on several items grouped together for voting purposes under the designation "Omnibus Vote".
Village Clerk Jos read aloud the items on the Consent Agenda. Trustee Deegan moved, seconded by Trustee Golembiewski to approve the items on the Consent Agenda, as read.
1. MCD 911 Center Director Report Omnibus Vote
2. Fire Department Report Omnibus Vote
3. Public Works Department Report Omnibus Vote
4. Community Development Department Report Omnibus Vote
5. Groot Solid Waste Collection Report Omnibus Vote
6. Police Department Annual Report Omnibus Vote
7. Fire Department Annual Report Omnibus Vote
Upon roll call the following voted:
Aye: Trustees: Diaz, Klug, Golembiewski, Deegan, Lima and Gorzynski
Absent: None
Nay: None
President Caiafa declared the motion carried.
VIII. Discussion And Action Items:
1. Brad Townsend gave a brief update on the following items:
Budget Economy for the Fiscal Year 2018-2019, and the Annual West Central Municipal Conference that Mayor Nick Caiafa, Village Clerk Rosa Jos, Trustees: Moses Diaz, Joan Golembiewski, Corporate Counsel Joe Montana, and he attended, the bi-monthly Life Source Blood Drive at the Community Center, the Employee Wellness and Lifestyle Fair, Village Officials tour of Kennedy School, Employee Appreciation events, and lastly, the dedicated, Historical Society, Annual Open House at the Schiller Park Public Library.
2. Village Intern Antonio Duran gave a report to the Village Board about his MPA Program, completed projects, current projects, and the Illinois Association for Floodplain and Storm Water Management Conference that he attended.
3. Paul Flood and John Bealer gave an update on the repairs regarding the leaky roof. The original company came to inspect it, and have determined that they will come back when weather permits and make the repairs at no cost to the Village.
4. Public Works Superintendent Mario Jos gave a quick report on the Delta Lift Station, he stated that the installation project is coming close to being completed. Jim Goumas clarified the final payment for the new lift station.
5. Trustee Diaz commented and praised the East Leyden ground breaking ceremony that he attended.
6. Trustee Klug commented on the Historical Society open house and the acquisition of a new volunteer. He also mentioned a few Recreation Department and Library Events that will be taking place in town.
7. Trustee Golembiewski commented that the Village has been diligent in looking for eyesores and is pleased that John Komorowski took care of the Public Storage problem, and cars parked on lawns. She thinks it's important that these types of things happen because it puts a better face on our Village and it makes her proud to be a Schiller Park resident.
8. Trustee Lima asked for clarification about the Crime Free Housing Program so that we can help to keep things clear for residents. Mayor Caiafa continued with more details on the subject, he said that he met with Battalion Chief Hatcher and merged Crime Free Housing and Multi-Family inspection together. This is to ensure that the tenants are protected and are not put in an unsafe condition due to some landlords' inability to act.
9. Trustee Gorzynski stated that she and Trustee Klug attended a program provided by Meals on Wheels. She said that the program has wonderful offerings for seniors. Trustee Klug took some literature and dropped it off at the lobby of Village Hall, Library, and Rec Center. The Mayor also announced that the senior breakfast will take place on March 22. There will be additional guest to explain the services they provide.
IX. Committee Reports For Consideration And Action:
A. Public Works (Streets, Water, Storm Water, Engineering, Fleet/Building Maintenance) Chr. Diaz, Klug, Golembiewski
1. Motion to adopt a Resolution of the Village of Schiller Park, Cook County, Illinois, Authorizing a 2018 CDBG Capital Improvement Project Application.
Trustee Diaz moved, seconded by Trustee Deegan to adopt Resolution No. 0318 being "A Resolution of the Village of Schiller Park, Cook County, Illinois, Authorizing a 2018 CDBG Capital Improvement Project Application."
Upon roll call the following voted:
Aye: Trustees: Diaz, Klug, Golembiewski, Deegan, Lima and Gorzynski
Absent: None
Nay: None
President Caiafa declared the motion carried.
2. Motion to adopt an Ordinance of the Village of Schiller Park, Cook County, Illinois, Adding a New Chapter 56 to Title V of the New Millennium Code of The Village of Schiller Park Establishing Responsible Bidder Guidelines.
Trustee Diaz moved, seconded by Trustee Golembiewski to adopt Ordinance No. 18-4051 being "An Ordinance of the Village of Schiller Park, Cook County, Illinois, Adding a New Chapter 56 to Title V of the New Millennium Code of The Village of Schiller Park Establishing Responsible Bidder Guidelines.”
Upon roll call the following voted:
Aye: Trustees: Diaz, Klug, Golembiewski, Deegan, Lima and Gorzynski
Absent: None
Nay: None
President Caiafa declared the motion carried.
B. Recreation (Parks, Special Events, Senior Services, Library) Chr. Klug, Lima, Golembiewski
1. Motion to approve the low quote with Image One in the amount of $2,940 per Month to provide janitorial services to Village offices and meeting spaces.
Trustee Klug moved, seconded by Trustee Gorzynski to approve the low quote with Image One in the amount of $2,940 per Month to provide janitorial services to Village offices and meeting spaces.
The Mayor asked for the Image One Starting date, they will start at the end of the current contract. Trustee Deegan noted that there is quite a bit of difference between the low bid and the 4th bid. He asked if the salaries are comparable. John Bealer said that he did do an RP and that Image One is a professional company with a lot of references. Deegan also asked if they offer insurance and Bealer said that if the Board approves the motion the papers would be sent to the attorney for assurance that everything is in order. Image One schedule is as follows:
7 days a week for the Police and Fire Departments
5 days a week for Village Hall
5 days a week for Community Development
3 days a week for the Community Center
Upon roll call the following voted:
Aye: Trustees: Diaz, Klug, Golembiewski, Deegan, Lima and Gorzynski
Absent: None
Nay: None
President Caiafa declared the motion carried.
2. Motion to approve the renewal of an agreement with Tru Green for landscaping services at Village properties in the amount of $6,937.06.
Trustee Klug moved, seconded by Trustee Diaz to approve the renewal of an agreement with Tru Green for landscaping services at Village properties in the amount of $6,937.06.
Upon roll call the following voted:
Aye: Trustees: Diaz, Klug, Golembiewski, Deegan, Lima and Gorzynski
Absent: None
Nay: None
President Caiafa declared the motion carried.
C. Community Development (Planning, Zoning, Health, Building, Environment, and Transportation) Chr. Golembiewski, Gorzynski, Lima
1. Motion to adopt an Ordinance of the Village of Schiller Park, Cook County, Illinois, Approving an Agreement Pertaining to the Repair and Improvement of the Motel 6 Located at 9408 Lawrence Avenue, Schiller Park, Illinois by and Between the Village of Schiller Park, Cook County, Illinois and G6 Hospitality Property LLC.
Trustee Golembiewski moved, seconded by Trustee Lima to adopt Ordinance No. 18-4052 being “An Ordinance of the Village of Schiller Park, Cook County, Illinois, Approving an Agreement Pertaining to the Repair and Improvement of the Motel 6 Located at 9408 Lawrence Avenue, Schiller Park, Illinois by and Between the Village of Schiller Park, Cook County, Illinois and G6 Hospitality Property LLC."
Corporate Counsel, Joe Montana explained parts of the agreement for the Board and the audience in attendance. Mayor Caiafa thanked Anthony Hatchet, John Komorowski, Jerry Budnik, and Police Chief Tom Fragakis for their diligent work in the matter. Trustee Deegan also thanked everyone involved, including our Corporate Counsel for straightening out the Motel 6 property.
Upon roll call the following voted:
Aye: Trustees: Diaz, Klug, Golembiewski, Deegan, Lima and Gorzynski
Absent: None
Nay: None
President Caiafa declared the motion carried.
D. Public Safety (Police, Fire, Emergency Management, 911, and EMS) Chr. Deegan, Diaz, Gorzynski
1. Motion to adopt a Resolution declaring property seized by the Police Department to be surplus and authorizing the Village Manager to dispose of same.
Trustee Deegan moved, seconded by Trustee Klug to adopt Resolution No. 0418 being “A Resolution declaring property seized by the Police Department to be surplus and authorizing the Village Manager to dispose of same."
Trustee Deegan asked Chief Fragakis if this is old property or new, Fragakis said it's old property.
Upon roll call the following voted:
Aye: Trustees: Diaz, Klug, Golembiewski, Deegan, Lima and Gorzynski
Absent: None
Nay: None
President Caiafa declared the motion carried.
2. Motion to Adopt an Ordinance of the Village of Schiller Park, Cook County, Illinois Approving an Emergency Operations Plan of the Village.
Trustee Deegan moved, seconded by Trustee Golembiewski to adopt Ordinance No. 18-4053 being "An Ordinance of the Village of Schiller Park, Cook County, Illinois Approving an Emergency Operations Plan of the Village.”
The Mayor thanked everyone involved with the updating of the Emergency Operation Plan.
Upon roll call the following voted:
Aye: Trustees: Diaz, Klug, Golembiewski, Deegan, Lima and Gorzynski
Absent: None
Nay: None
President Caiafa declared the motion carried.
E. Administration/Finance (Human Resources, Insurance, Bills, Legal) Chr. Lima, Diaz, Deegan
1. Motion to approve the current List of Bills in the amount of $916,142.76, including non-recurring payments to the following vendors:
a. CDS Office Technologies - Computers & Communications Equipment
b. Currie Motors - Purchase of Three New Squad Cars
c. General Mechanical Services - Repair & Preventive Maintenance HVAC Units
d. HR Green - Engineering Services Delta Lift Station
e. LOCIS - Annual Support Fee
f. Morton Salt - Purchase of Road Salt
g. Municipal Consolidated Dispatch - Final FY '18 & 1ST FY 19 Payment
h. Sports Emporium - Emergency Salt Purchase
i. Sprayer Specialties - Anti-Ice Sprayer
j. Trine Construction - Delta Lift Station Pay Estimate #4
k. Elgin Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram - Purchase of Undercover Police Vehicle
l. Midwest Air Pro - Diesel Exhaust System Fire Department
Trustee Lima moved, seconded by Trustee Diaz to approve the current List of Bills in the amount of $916,142.76.
Upon roll call the following voted:
Aye: Trustees: Diaz, Klug, Golembiewski, Deegan, Lima and Gorzynski
Absent: None
Nay: None
President Caiafa declared the motion carried.
F. License (Business, Liquor, Ordinances, Utilities, and General Permits) Chr. Gorzynski, Klug, Deegan
1. Trustee Gorzynski said that they will probably be having a meeting soon because they are going over the current Liquor License Application to make improvements updates.
Report Of The Mayor For Consideration And Action:
A. Proclamations:
None
B. Appointments:
None
C. Other Matters:
None
XI. Other Business:
None
XII. Executive Session:
There was no Executive Session.
XIII. Adjournment:
With no further business to conduct, it was moved by Trustee Klug, seconded by Trustee Gorzynski that the Regular Board Meeting be adjourned.
Upon roll call the following voted:
Aye Trustees: Diaz, Klug, Golembiewski, Deegan, Lima and Gorzynski
Absent: None
Nay: None
President Caiafa declared the motion carried and this Regular Board Meeting was adjourned at 7:50 p.m.
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