City of Countryside City Council met Sept. 13
Here are the minutes provided by the council:
1. CALL TO ORDER –The meeting was called to order at 7:30 p.m. by Mayor McDermott. Alderman Finn led the audience in the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
The Mayor asked for a Moment of Silence in memory of Firefighter Lieutenant Kevin Ward who was laid to rest today.
Roll Call: City Clerk Kmet called the Roll of those physically present as follows:
Present: Mayor McDermott, Alderman Musillami, Alderman Finn, Alderman Von Drasek, Alderman Benson, Alderman Mikolyzk, Alderman Frohlich, City Clerk Kmet, Treasurer Bolt
Also Present: City Administrator Paul, Police Chief Klimek, Deputy Chief Stern, City Attorney Peck, Finance Director Schutter, City Engineer Fitzgerald, Deputy Clerk Saucedo, Recording Secretary Prokop
2. OMNIBUS AGENDA
a. Approval of the City Council Meeting Minutes of August 9, 2023.
b. Statement of Bills submitted for payment through September 13, 2023 in the amount of $1,291,427.06.
A motion was made by Alderman Von Drasek, seconded by Alderman Musillami that this matter be APPROVED as presented; motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 6 Alderman Musillami, Alderman Von Drasek, Alderman Finn, Alderman Mikolyzk, Alderman Benson, Alderman Frohlich
Nay: 0
3. COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE PUBLIC
a. Barbara Gleespan, 5416 – 7th Ave. requested that the City Council should collaborate with the citizens re: informing residents of the businesses / enterprises coming into the City that will impact those people residing in the immediate area and seek their input /feedback prior to finalizing any projects. The Mayor thanked her for the comments.
b. Rosemary Dostal, 9521 W. 56th St. described her experience concerning her grass/weed cutting violation for the property at 5750 LaGrange Road. She does not feel she got a fair deal from the Hearing Officer; she was only one day late in cutting the grass; other violators were given leniency but Dostal was not. She felt she would get a better chance if she went to an outside court. She paid the $250 violation rather than appeal the ruling. She thanked Mr. Peck for his help. She also thanked Chief Klimek for posting additional officers to 56th, 57th and 58th streets.
4. MAYOR’S REPORT
a. Mayor McDermott administered the Oath of Office to Probationary Patrol Officer, Margaret Greenfield. Photos were taken. Welcome aboard and Congratulations were given.
b. Consideration of a Block Party Request from Deborah Blecic on September 16, 2023 from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.
A motion was made by Alderman Musillami, seconded by Alderman Benson that this matter be APPROVED as presented; motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 6 Alderman Musillami, Alderman Von Drasek, Alderman Finn, Alderman Mikolyzk, Alderman Benson, Alderman Frohlich
Nay: 0
c. Consideration of a Block Party Request from Aaron Silcox on September 16, 2023 from 1 p.m. to 7 p.m.
A motion was made by Alderman Mikolyzk, seconded by Alderman Von Drasek that this matter be APPROVED as presented; motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 6 Alderman Musillami, Alderman Von Drasek, Alderman Finn, Alderman Mikolyzk, Alderman Benson, Alderman Frohlich
Nay: 0
d. Consideration of a Block Party Request from Shawn Kaminski on September 16, 2023 from 4 p.m. to 10 p.m.
A motion was made by Alderman Mikolyzk, seconded by Alderman Von Drasek this matter be APPROVED as presented; motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 6 Alderman Musillami, Alderman Von Drasek, Alderman Finn, Alderman Mikolyzk, Alderman Benson, Alderman Frohlich
Nay: 0
e. Consideration of a Background Check / Fingerprint Waiver Request from the Girl Scouts of Greater Chicago and Northwest Indiana for their Door to Door Cookie Sales in 2023 and 2024.
A motion was made by Alderman Benson, seconded by Alderman Musillami this matter be APPROVED as presented; motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 6 Alderman Musillami, Alderman Von Drasek, Alderman Finn, Alderman Mikolyzk, Alderman Benson, Alderman Frohlich
Nay: 0
f. Consideration of a Background Check / Fingerprint Waiver Request from the Boy Scouts of America Troop 216 for their Door to Door Wreath Sales in 2023 and 2024.
A motion was made by Alderman Von Drasek, seconded by Alderman Finn this matter be APPROVED as presented; motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 6 Alderman Musillami, Alderman Von Drasek, Alderman Finn, Alderman Mikolyzk, Alderman Benson, Alderman Frohlich
Nay: 0
g. Consideration of an Ordinance Increasing the Class F Liquor Licenses by one.
A motion was made by Alderman Benson, seconded by Alderman Mikolyzk this matter be APPROVED as presented; motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 6 Alderman Musillami, Alderman Von Drasek, Alderman Finn, Alderman Mikolyzk, Alderman Benson, Alderman Frohlich
Nay: 0
City Clerk Kmet declared that this will be known as ORDINANCE 23-20-O.
h. Consideration of a Class F Liquor License for Caraways, located at 6562 Joliet Road.
A motion was made by Alderman Von Drasek, seconded by Alderman Mikolyzk this matter be APPROVED as presented; motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 6 Alderman Musillami, Alderman Von Drasek, Alderman Finn, Alderman Mikolyzk, Alderman Benson, Alderman Frohlich
Nay: 0
5. CITY CLERK’S REPORT - none
6. TREASURER’S REPORT - none
7. COMMITTEE AND COMMISSION REPORTS FOR DISCUSSION, CONSIDERATION AND, IF SO DETERMINED ACTION UPON:
a. ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT – no report
b. FINANCE COMMITTEE
1. Alderman Finn sought consideration to purchase Software and Services for the BS&A Cloud Upgrade in the amount not to exceed $65,095.00. The Committee met earlier this evening and approved moving to the Cloud based software rather than a service-based system. The Police Department is better able to utilize these services; there are multiple benefits including integration with our Cloud-based Office Suite.
A motion was made by Alderman Frohlich, seconded by Alderman Mikolyzk this matter be APPROVED as presented; motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 6 Alderman Musillami, Alderman Von Drasek, Alderman Finn, Alderman Mikolyzk, Alderman Benson, Alderman Frohlich
Nay: 0
c. HUMAN RESOURCES COMMITTEE
1.`Alderman Mikolyzk sought consideration to hire Daniel Solis for the position of Maintenance Worker 1. After interviewing three applicants, Mr. Solis was selected.
A motion was made by Alderman Von Drasek, seconded by Alderman Finn this matter be APPROVED as presented; motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 6 Alderman Musillami, Alderman Von Drasek, Alderman Finn, Alderman Mikolyzk, Alderman Benson, Alderman Frohlich
Nay: 0
d. INFRASTRUCTURE COMMITTEE - no report
e. PLAN COMMISSION/ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS - no report
f. SPECIAL EVENTS COMMITTEE – no report
1. Alderman Musillami – FYI - reported positive feedback re: the Blues Festival; it was a very popular event.
g. SUSTAINABILITY COMMITTEE
1. Alderman Musillami sought consideration to participate in the ComEd Energy Savings Program with Quiet Light Solutions, LLC for the net cost of $5,055.00.
A motion was made by Alderman Mikolyzk, seconded by Alderman Frohlich this matter be APPROVED as presented; motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 6 Alderman Musillami, Alderman Von Drasek, Alderman Finn, Alderman Mikolyzk, Alderman Benson, Alderman Frohlich
Nay: 0
2. Alderman Musillami sought consideration to participate in the ComEd Energy Savings Program with Maxson Heating and Air Conditioning for the net cost of $19,577.00. The air conditioners need to be replaced now.
A motion was made by Alderman Benson, seconded by Alderman Mikolyzk that this matter be APPROVED as presented; motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 6 Alderman Musillami, Alderman Von Drasek, Alderman Finn, Alderman Mikolyzk, Alderman Benson, Alderman Frohlich
Nay: 0
3. Alderman Musillami sought consideration to participate in the ComEd Energy Savings Program with Quiet Light Solutions, LLC for the net cost of $3,336.55.
A motion was made by Alderman Finn, seconded by Alderman Von Drasek that this matter be APPROVED as presented; motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 6 Alderman Musillami, Alderman Von Drasek, Alderman Finn, Alderman Mikolyzk, Alderman Benson, Alderman Frohlich
Nay: 0
h. FLAGG CREEK ADVISORY BOARD – no report
8. LEGAL REPORT – no report
9. CITY ADMINISTRATOR’S REPORT
a. Ms. Paul sought consideration to approve Emergency Purchase Order No. 0021091 to Chicagoland Trenchless Rehabilitation (C.T.R.) Systems, Inc., in the amount of $15,500.00. The heavy storms in July caused a sewer line leak on Madison which buckled the road. Staff reviewed the damage; it was determined that sectional lining procedures were necessary to repair faults within the storm sewer lines. This required immediate action, which was taken.
A motion was made by Alderman Musillami, seconded by Alderman Benson that this matter be APPROVED as presented; motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 6 Alderman Musillami, Alderman Von Drasek, Alderman Finn, Alderman Mikolyzk, Alderman Benson, Alderman Frohlich
Nay: 0
b. Ms. Paul sought consideration to approve the Intergovernmental Agreement for the Provision of Environmental Health Inspection Services between the City of Countryside and the Cook County Department of Public Health. This is an annual contract with CCDPH going from 12-1-23 to 11-30-24; they have been doing City restaurant inspections for many years; the inspection fee of $100 has not risen in the past few years. The Mayor added that this is an out standing service provided to the City by Cook County Public Health.
A motion was made by Alderman Von Drasek, seconded by Alderman Finn that this matter be APPROVED as presented; motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 6 Alderman Musillami, Alderman Von Drasek, Alderman Finn, Alderman Mikolyzk, Alderman Benson, Alderman Frohlich
Nay: 0
c. Ms. Paul received a request from Chariot Automotive to participate in the cost of a Route 66 Dedicated Parking Space by the Route 66 Sign. The sign has been installed on their property. They would like additional parking in front of their facility; they asked if the City is willing to participate in the cost if one spot is designated specifically for the Route 66 Sign. It appears that at least 2-3 cars stop per day to take photos in front of the sign. He is getting an estimate but it is not yet available. If the City wishes to pursue this, we can limit it not to exceed $5,000; if he came back with a higher amount, it would be brought back to the City Council. The Mayor agreed that the sign turned out great. Ms. Paul noted that they provided an easement at no cost to the City.
A motion was made by Alderman Mikolyzk, seconded by Alderman Frohlich that this matter be APPROVED as presented; motion carried by the following:
Aye: 6 Alderman Musillami, Alderman Von Drasek, Alderman Finn, Alderman Mikolyzk, Alderman Benson, Alderman Frohlich
Nay: 0
10. STAFF REPORTS
a. Police Chief Klimek
1. Chief Klimek sought consideration to waive the Formal Bidding Process and purchase two Dodge Durango Pursuit Police Vehicles from Jack Phelan Dodge and Up-fit both vehicles with MPC Communications not to exceed the budgeted amount of $142,886 from the FY24 budget. In February 2022 two Ford Explorers were ordered; delivery of those vehicles has been repeatedly delayed. After the most recent failed date of 8-20-23, future delivery date is still uncertain. The PD sought quotes from the three Dodge dealers; the lowest quote was at Jack Phelan Dodge of Countryside. MPC Communications is the vendor used for the Up-fit. They expect delivery in 60-90 days. The Mayor thanked the Chief for the increased patrols on 56th, 57th and 58th streets; residents appreciate the reduction in traffic speed.
A motion was made by Alderman Frohlich, seconded by Alderman Finn that this matter be APPROVED as presented; motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 6 Alderman Musillami, Alderman Von Drasek, Alderman Finn, Alderman Mikolyzk, Alderman Benson, Alderman Frohlich
Nay: 0
b. City Engineer Fitzgerald
1. Consideration of Engineer’s Payment Estimate #4 and Final in the amount of $12,415.00 to Lindahl Brothers, Inc. of Bensenville, IL for the 2022 MFT Street Rehabilitation Project. Sod work and other touch up work on the punch list has been completed.
A motion was made by Alderman Musillami, seconded by Alderman Benson that this matter be APPROVED as presented; motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 6 Alderman Musillami, Alderman Von Drasek, Alderman Finn, Alderman Mikolyzk, Alderman Benson, Alderman Frohlich
Nay: 0
2. Consideration of Engineer’s Payment Estimate #1 in the amount of $9,260.71 to Pavement Systems, Inc. of Blue Island, IL for the Municipal Complex-Parking Lot Sealcoating Project – that portion is completed. The City added Brainard Bike Path and Countryside Park to the project; those are being worked on at present.
A motion was made by Alderman Finn, seconded by Alderman Frohlich that this matter be APPROVED as presented; motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 6 Alderman Musillami, Alderman Von Drasek, Alderman Finn, Alderman Mikolyzk, Alderman Benson, Alderman Frohlich
Nay: 0
3. Consideration of Engineer’s Payment Estimate #2 and Final in the amount of $35,373.50 to MYS, Inc. of Palos Heights, IL for the Countryside Park-Green Infrastructure Parking Lot Improvement Project. This amount will close out the permeable paver project at Countryside Park. The Route 66 sign has also been added to this contract; that work is now complete.
A motion was made by Alderman Musillami, seconded by Alderman Mikolyzk that this matter be APPROVED as presented; motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 6 Alderman Musillami, Alderman Von Drasek, Alderman Finn, Alderman Mikolyzk, Alderman Benson, Alderman Frohlich
Nay: 0
4. Consideration of awarding a contract to the lowest responsible bidder for the 2023 Drainage Improvements (City Engineer’s letter of recommendation and bid tabulation to be distributed at the meeting). Bids were opened yesterday at 2 p.m.; six bids were received. After review, the project came in under engineer’s estimate but slightly over the City budget. The low bidder is Austin Tyler Construction in the amount of $645,124.32. This job reflects the MWRD Study that included their recommendation to make these improvements, which must be locally funded. The Mayor added that this project will assist with flood mitigation on Kensington, Ashland, Catherine and Madison where there has been significant flooding in the past. The City is attempting to reduce the risk in that area, also 6th Ave. and Bobolink – Third and First Wards.
A motion was made by Alderman Musillami, seconded by Alderman Benson that this matter be APPROVED as presented; motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 6 Alderman Musillami, Alderman Von Drasek, Alderman Finn, Alderman Mikolyzk, Alderman Benson, Alderman Frohlich
Nay: 0
11. BUSINESS FROM THE CITY COUNCIL FOR DISCUSSION, CONSIDERATION AND, IF DETERMINED, ACTION UPON:
1. Alderman Von Drasek stated they are doing a terrific job on Sunset; keep up the good work. Mr. Fitzgerald stated that a second crew began working on the Sunset water main today, they will meet in the middle; they should be done on schedule.
2. Mayor McDermott stated that every City Council Committee meeting is posted – by State law a 48-hour notice is required. Every one of those Committees is posted on the City’s website. Any resident wishing to attend meetings or monitor businesses coming into town or the activities of those committees, is encouraged to monitor the website to see what’s happening. Most of the activity takes place at Committee meetings; the issue is brought to the City Council for a final vote.
12. ADJOURNMENT
A motion was made by Alderman Von Drasek, seconded by Alderman Musillami that this meeting be ADJOURNED; motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 6 Alderman Musillami, Alderman Von Drasek, Alderman Finn, Alderman Mikolyzk, Alderman Benson, Alderman Frohlich
Nay: 0
Mayor McDermott declared the meeting adjourned at 8:01 p.m.
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