Minutes - December 20, 2004

A WORK SESSION WAS CALLED TO ORDER AT 7:05 P.M. BY MAYOR CARMEN D. SOLDATO FOR THE PURPOSE OF REVIEWING ITEMS ON THE DECEMBER 20, 2004 AGENDA WITH THE CITY COUNCIL. THE SESSION ADJOURNED AT 7:10 P.M.

Minutes of the Regular Meeting

of the City Council of the

CITY OF DARIEN

DECEMBER 20, 2004

1. CALL TO ORDER

The regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Darien was called to order at 7:30 P.M. by Mayor Carmen D. Soldato.

2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

Mayor Soldato led the Council and audience in the Pledge of Allegiance.

3. ROLL CALL — The Roll Call of Aldermen by City Clerk Coleman was as follows:

Present: Richard Biehl Joseph Marchese Morgan Cotten John F. Poteraske, Jr. David Hagen Kathleen Moesle-Weaver

Absent: James Tikalsky

Also in Attendance: Carmen D. Soldato, Mayor Joanne F. Coleman, City Clerk Kevin P. Monaghan, City Treasurer Bryon D. Vana, City Administrator Robert Pavelchik, Chief of Police Gregory Dreyer, Community Development Director Robert Mengarelli, Asst. Director of Public Works Robert Rodgers, Asst. Director of Public Works

4. DECLARATION OF A QUORUM — There being six Aldermen present, Mayor Soldato declared a quorum.

5. APPROVAL OF MINUTES — December 6, 2004

It was moved by Alderman Marchese and seconded by Alderman Cotten to approve the Minutes of the Regular Meeting of December 6, 2004, as presented.

Roll Call: Ayes: Biehl, Cotten, Marchese, Weaver

Nays: None

Abstain: Poteraske, Hagen

Absent: Tikalsky

Results: Ayes 6, Nays 0, Absent 1 MOTION DULY CARRIED

6. RECEIVING OF COMMUNICATIONS

Alderman Biehl read into and submitted for the record a copy of an email from Sharon Wollenbeg, 7213 Capital Drive, Darien, IL, requesting the City Council re-visit the previously proposed sound barrier along Route 83.

Mayor Soldato reminded the Council that the City had previously performed a sound study for areas along Route 83 in conjunction with the State of Illinois proposed improvements of Route 83.

Alderman Marchese read into and submitted for the record an email from Chris Marema, 9405 Waterfall Glen, Darien, IL, requesting the City Council also consider installation of a sound barrier wall along the South Frontage Road.

7. MAYOR’S REPORT

A. CONSIDERATION OF A MOTION TO APPROVE A RESOLUTION RECOGNIZING DOWNERS GROVE SOUTH HIGH SCHOOL SOCCER TEAM AS THE I.H.S.A. CLASS 2A STATE CHAMPIONS

It was moved by Alderman Marchese and seconded by Alderman Weaver to approve

RESOLUTION NO. R-32-04 A RESOLUTION RECOGNIZING DOWNERS GROVE SOUTH HIGH SCHOOL SOCCER TEAM AS THE I.H.S.A. CLASS 2A STATE CHAMPIONS as presented.

Roll Call: Ayes: Biehl, Cotten, Hagen, Marchese, Poteraske, Tikalsky, Weaver, Soldato, Coleman, Monaghan, Murphey, Vana

Nays: None

Absent: None

Results: Ayes 12, Nays 0, Absent 0 MOTION DULY CARRIED

Mayor Soldato presented the Resolution and City pins for all the players on the team. John Stapleton, Coach of the Downers Grove South High School Soccer Team accepted the Resolution and introduced team member, Chris Hernandez. Coach Stapleton thanked the Mayor and City Council for the meaningful recognition.

B. RECOGNITION OF 2004 HOLIDAY HOME DECORATING CONTEST WINNERS

Mayor Soldato welcomed the Holiday Home Decorating Contest Committee and thanked committee members Chairperson Jeannette Campo, Cindie Hagen, Gene Kolling, Dorothy Miller, and Anna & Herman Fein. Mayor Soldato turned the meeting over to Chairperson Jeannette Campo. Ms. Campo described the efforts of each of the holiday home decorating contest winners.

Honorable Mention Certificates were presented to: Aylward Family, 7034 Sierra Drive Ryle Family, 7924 Glen Lane Sima Family, 414 70th Street

Chairperson Campo announced the following 2004 Holiday Home Decorating Contest Winners: * Fifth Place Winner was Tim Sembach & Haline Schiechl, 8572 Ailsworth Drive; Mayor Soldato presented them with a Fifth Place Certificate and a $25.00 check. * Fourth Place Winner was The Siebold Family, 7317 Sunrise Avenue; they were presented with a Fourth Place Certificate and a $25.00 check by Mayor Soldato. * Third Place Winner was The Arsic Family, 618 79th Street; Mayor Soldato presented them with a Third Place Certificate and a $50.00 check. * Second Place Winner was The Haines Family, 921 69th Street; they were presented with a Second Place Certificate and a $100.00 check. * First Place Winner was The Aguirre Family, 1522 Claremont Drive; they were presented with a First Place Certificate and a $200.00 check by Mayor Soldato. It was noted that the Trolley Tours to view the contest winners were scheduled for December 27th, 28th, and 29th; reservations were required and could be made by contacting City Hall at 852-5000.

8. CITY CLERK’S REPORT

Clerk Coleman…

… announced that City offices would be closed on Thursday & Friday, December 23rd & 24th, in observance of the Holiday. City offices would also be closed on Friday, December 31st, in observance of the New Years Holiday.

… stated that the following meetings had been cancelled: * Environmental Committee scheduled for December 21st, * Public Works Water/Streets Committee meeting scheduled for December 22nd, and * Planning/Development Committee meeting scheduled for December 27th.

… commented that the Planning/Development Committee scheduled a ‘SPECIAL’ meeting for Monday, January 3, 2005 at 6:30 P.M.

…. announced the filing dates of January 17, 2004 through January 25, 2004 during normal business hours for those seeking nomination at the April 05, 2005 Consolidated Election.

9. CITY ADMINISTRATOR’S REPORT

Administrator Vana …

… wished everyone a very Merry Christmas and a Happy and Safe New Year.

… responded to Alderman Hagen’s inquiry regarding the appraisals of parcels in the Triangle. Administrator Vana advised he would send Alderman Hagen another copy of the information that had been previously sent to the Council.

10. DEPARTMENT HEAD REPORT

Police Department Chief Robert Pavelchik…

… thanked Director of Community Development Dreyer for reminding everyone that no parking of vehicles on City streets is permitted when it snows to allow the Public Works Department to clear the streets.

… reminded the citizens to assist the police department to prevent auto thefts by not starting their automobiles and leaving them running in the driveway unattended. The DuPage County Task Force has reported an increase in auto thefts due to people leaving their cars running unattended in their driveways.

…. reported Officer Richard Stutte and our canine dog, Rolf were pictured in the Daily Herald for their participation in the DuPage County Police Association’s Christmas toy delivery program to area hospitals. Office Stutte stated that this was a very rewarding experience.

…. requested residents to alert the police department to any vandalism in their neighborhood in order to concentrate police efforts in those areas.

11. TREASURER'S REPORT

A. WARRANT NUMBER 04-05-15

It was moved by Alderman Cotten and seconded by Alderman Poteraske to approve payment of Warrant Number 04-05-15 in the amount of $54,150.69 from the General Fund; $582,655.37 from the Water Fund; $29,649.97 from the Motor Fuel Tax Fund; $11,832.00 from the Impact Agency Fund; $1,397.85 from the Darien Area Dispatch Fund; $319,122.50 from the Joint Use Facility Fund; $248,330.11 from the General Fund Payroll for the period ending 12/09/04; $31,003.87 from the Water Fund Payroll for the period ending 12/09/04; $44,085.23 from the D.A.D.C. Fund Payroll for the period ending 12/09/04; for a total to be approved of $1,322,227.59.

Roll Call: Ayes: Biehl, Cotten, Marchese, Poteraske, Weaver

Nays: Hagen

Absent: Tikalsky

Results: Ayes 5, Nays 1, Absent 1 MOTION DULY CARRIED

B. TREASURER’S MONTHLY REPORT – OCTOBER 2004

City Treasurer Monaghan reviewed all sources of revenue and expenditures for the month of November 2004 with the following year-to-date fund balances: General Fund $3,096,554; Water Fund $610,353; Motor Fuel Tax Fund $469,919; and Darien Towne Centre Sales Tax Fund $199,278.

12. STANDING COMMITTEE REPORTS

Administrative/Finance Committee — Chairman Weaver submitted, for the record, Minutes from the November 8, 2004 meeting. She announced that the Committee would meet on January 10, 2005 at 6:30 P.M.

Planning/Development Committee — Chairman Hagen announced that the Committee would have a Special Meeting on January 3, 2005 at 6:30 P.M.

Public Works Water/Streets Committee — No report.

13. QUESTIONS AND COMMENTS — AGENDA RELATED

There were no Questions and Comments to come before the City Council.

14. OLD BUSINESS

There was no Old Business to come before the City Council.

15. CONSENT AGENDA

It was moved by Alderman Poteraske and seconded by Alderman Tikalsky to approve by Omnibus Vote the following items on the Consent Agenda:

A. RESOLUTION NO. R-33-04 A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE AN INTERGOVERN-MENTAL AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE COUNTY OF DUPAGE AND THE CITY OF DARIEN FOR THE SOUTHERN DUPAGE COUNTY REGIONAL TRAIL CLARENDON HILLS ROAD BICYCLE ROUTE (SECTION 02-00001-03-BT)

B. RESOLUTION NO. R-34-04 A RESOLUTION SUPPORTING THE NOMINATION OF THE ILLINOIS ROUTE 66 AS A NATIONAL SCENIC BYWAY

C. ORDINANCE NO. O-50-04 AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE SALE OF PERSONAL PROPERTY OWNED BY THE CITY OF DARIEN D. CONSIDERATION OF A MOTION TO APPROVE INSTALLATION OF A NEW VIDEO SYSTEM AT THE POLICE DEPARTMENT

E. ORDINANCE NO. O-51-04 AN ORDINANCE APPROVING THE FINAL PUD PLAN, THE FINAL PLAT OF SUBDIVISION AND SETTING FORTH CERTAIN CONDITIONS, RESTRICTIONS AND LIMITATIONS FOR THE MYERS COMMONS SENIOR HOUSING DEVELOPMENT (PZC 2004-13: MYERS COMMONS SENIOR HOUSING)

Roll Call: Ayes: Biehl, Cotten, Hagen, Marchese, Poteraske, Weaver

Nays: None

Absent: Tikalsky

Results: Ayes 6, Nays 0, Absent 1 MOTION DULY CARRIED

16. NEW BUSINESS

There was no New Business to come before the City Council.

17. QUESTIONS, COMMENTS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS — GENERAL

Alderman Biehl wished all the citizens and City Departments a Merry Christmas and Happy, Healthy and Prosperous New Year. Mayor Soldato and the City Council concurred with Alderman Biehl’s Holiday wishes.

Alderman Hagen expressed concern with the sound volume of the 12-20-04 City Council meeting live cable telecast. Administrator Vana noted the City had not received any complaints from residents regarding the live telecast, which is usually the case. It was pointed out that a resident had even sent email in response to conversation by the Council concerning the sound wall that she heard while watching the live telecast.

18. ADJOURNMENT

Mayor Soldato again wished every one a Merry Christmas.

There being no further business to come before the City Council, it was moved by Alderman Poteraske and seconded by Alderman Cotten to adjourn.

VIA VOICE VOTE – MOTION DULY CARRIED

The City Council meeting adjourned at 8:15 P.M.

Mayor ________________________________ City Clerk

JFC All supporting documentation and report originals of these minutes are on file in the Office of the City Clerk under File Number 12-20-04.

Minutes of 12-20-04 CCM