Meeting Minutes

Regular Meeting of the City Council

Wednesday, May 27, 2015

7:30 PM

City Hall

City Council Members

Mayor, Sean R. McDermott

City Clerk, Susan Burdett

Treasurer, Caryn Stancik

Aldermen, James Jasinski, Thomas Mikolyzk, Scott Musillami, Robert Pondelicek, John Von Drasek, and Mark Benson

A. CALL TO ORDER – Pledge of Allegiance

Dan Benson, son of Mark Benson, led the audience in the Pledge of Allegiance. The meeting was called to order at 7:30 PM.

B. ROLL CALL

City Clerk Burdett called the roll as follows:

Present: Mayor McDermott, Alderman Pondelicek, Alderman Mikolyzk, Alderman Jasinski, Alderman Von Drasek, Alderman Musillami, City Clerk Burdett, Treasurer Stancik

Also Present: City Administrator Paul, Police Chief Ford, City Engineer Fitzgerald, Asst. City Administrator Peterson, Deputy City Clerk Carey, Public Works Superintendent Essig, City Attorney Peck, ESDA Coordinator Norman, Police Board Chairman Welch, Police Board Members Burdett and Pisone, PC/ZBA Members Benson & Grotzke

C. OMNIBUS AGENDA

APPROVAL OF MEETING MINUTES

The minutes of the Regular Meeting of May 13, 2015 were previously distributed to the members of the City Council. Mayor McDermott asked if there were any corrections to be made to said minutes. There being no corrections or additions, I move to approve the minutes of the City Council Meeting of May 13, 2015.

A motion was made by Alderman Musillami, seconded by Alderman Pondelicek, that this matter be APPROVED. The motion carried by the following vote:

Aye: 5 Alderman Musillami, Alderman Von Drasek, Alderman Jasinski, Alderman Pondelicek, Alderman Mikolyzk

Nay: 0

STATEMENT OF BILLS

The Statement of Bills was submitted for payment through May 27, 2015 in the amount of $228,505.80.

A motion was made by Alderman Von Drasek, seconded by Alderman Mikolyzk, that this matter be APPROVED. The motion carried by the following vote:

Aye: 5 Alderman Musillami, Alderman Von Drasek, Alderman Jasinski, Alderman Pondelicek, Alderman Mikolyzk

Nay: 0

OTHER

Consideration of an application for a Block Party at 6907 Parkside Avenue on August 29, 2015. Motion carried by unanimous voice vote.

D. COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE PUBLIC-NONE

E. MAYOR’S REPORT

1. Mayor McDermott moved to appoint Tressler, LLP as the City Attorney.

A motion was made by Alderman Mikolyzk, seconded by Alderman Musillami that this matter be APPROVED. Motion carried by unanimous Roll Call vote:

Aye: 5 Alderman Von Drasek, Alderman Jasinski, Alderman Pondelicek, Alderman Mikolyzk, Alderman Musillami

Nay: 0

2. Mayor McDermott moved to appoint Mark Benson as Ward 3 Alderman to fill the seat vacated by Sean McDermott. Mayor McDermott stated that he will be a great addition to the City Council. Mark Benson has served on the PC/ZBA for five years.

A motion was made by Alderman Musillami, seconded by Alderman Pondelicek that this matter be APPROVED. Motion carried by unanimous Roll Call vote:

Aye: 5 Alderman Von Drasek, Alderman Jasinski, Alderman Pondelicek, Alderman Mikolyzk, Alderman Musillami

Nay: 0

3. Mayor McDermott moved to appoint Ronald Ward, 7107 Pleasantdale Court (Ward 2) to the Plan Commission/Zoning Board of Appeals.

A motion was made by Alderman Von Drasek, seconded by Alderman Jasinski that this matter be APPROVED. Motion carried by unanimous Roll Call vote:

Aye: 5 Alderman Von Drasek, Alderman Jasinski, Alderman Pondelicek, Alderman Mikolyzk, Alderman Musillami

Nay: 0

4. Mayor McDermott moved to reappoint Jerry Welch to the Board of Fire and Police Commission.

A motion was made by Alderman Mikolyzk, seconded by Alderman Pondelicek that this matter be APPROVED. Motion carried by unanimous Roll Call vote:

Aye: 5 Alderman Von Drasek, Alderman Jasinski, Alderman Pondelicek, Alderman Mikolyzk, Alderman Musillami

Nay: 0

5. Mayor McDermott sought consideration of renewal of the City Administrator’s contract for a four-year term – Ms. Gail Paul.

A motion was made by Alderman Von Drasek, seconded by Alderman Musillami that this matter be APPROVED. Motion carried by unanimous Roll Call vote:

Aye: 5 Alderman Von Drasek, Alderman Jasinski, Alderman Pondelicek, Alderman Mikolyzk, Alderman Musillami

Nay: 0

6. Mayor McDermott sought consideration of renewal of the Police Chief’s contract for a four-year term-Chief Joseph Ford.

A motion was made by Alderman Musillami, seconded by Alderman Pondelicek that this matter be APPROVED. Motion carried by unanimous Roll Call vote:

Aye: 5 Alderman Von Drasek, Alderman Jasinski, Alderman Pondelicek, Alderman Mikolyzk, Alderman Musillami

Nay: 0

7. Mayor McDermott administered the Oath of Office to Erik Peck as City Attorney for the City of Countryside. The City Council congratulated him on his appointment.

8. Mayor McDermott administered the Oath of Office to Ronald Ward as Planning and Zoning Board of Appeals Commissioner for Ward 2 of the City of Countryside. The City Council and audience congratulated Mr. Ward on his appointment and welcomed him to the PC/ZBA.

9. Mayor McDermott administered the Oath of Office to Mark Benson as Alderman of Ward 3 for the City of Countryside. The City Council and the audience congratulated Mr. Benson on his appointment and welcomed him aboard.

F. CITY CLERK’S REPORT-NO REPORT

G. TREASURER’S REPORT-NO REPORT

H. COMMITTEE AND COMMISSION REPORTS FOR DISCUSSION, CONSIDERATION AND, IF SO DETERMINED, ACTION UPON:

1. ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT-NO REPORT

2. FINANCE COMMITTEE-NO REPORT

3. HUMAN RESOURCES COMMITTEE-NO REPORT

4. INFRASTRUCTURE COMMITTEE-NO REPORT

5. LICENSE COMMITTEE

a. Alderman Musillami sought consideration of a fee waiver for a raffle application for Pleasant Dale Park District for their Third Annual Fireworks Golf Scramble at Flagg Creek Golf Course.

A motion was made by Alderman Von Drasek, seconded by Alderman Mikolyzk that this matter be APPROVED. Motion carried by unanimous Roll Call vote:

Aye: 6 Alderman Von Drasek, Alderman Jasinski, Alderman Pondelicek, Alderman Mikolyzk, Alderman Musillami, Alderman Benson.

Nay: 0

b. Alderman Musillami sought consideration of a fee waiver for a raffle application for City of Countryside Concerts.

A motion was made by Alderman Jasinski, seconded by Alderman Pondelicek that this matter be APPROVED. Motion carried by unanimous Roll Call vote:

Aye: 6 Alderman Von Drasek, Alderman Jasinski, Alderman Pondelicek, Alderman Mikolyzk, Alderman Musillami, Alderman Benson.

Nay: 0

c. Alderman Musillami sought consideration to release the $25,000 allotted for the CBA Fest. The date is July 16-19, 2015

A motion was made by Alderman Mikolyzk, seconded by Alderman Jasinski that this matter be APPROVED. Motion carried by unanimous Roll Call vote:

Aye: 6 Alderman Von Drasek, Alderman Jasinski, Alderman Pondelicek, Alderman Mikolyzk, Alderman Musillami, Alderman Benson.

Nay: 0

d. Alderman Musillami stated that a business license has been granted to Rabbeh Ice Cream Truck. Special Event Licenses have been issued to the Countryside Police Department for the Cop on Top Fundraiser at Dunkin Donuts on Friday, May 29. T-Mobile is having a customer appreciation sidewalk sale on May 23.

NO ACTION

6. PLAN COMMISSION/ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS

City Attorney Peck sought consideration of an ordinance granting a special use to Barker Shop at 1418 W. 55^th St. for a doggie daycare facility. The facility is already in that location at 1404 and 1406 W. 55^th St. — this is an expansion of the current business. At the hearing held on May 5, 2015, the PC/ZBA found that the applicant met all the necessary requirements for the special use provided that the following conditions are met: 1) That conditions set forth in Ordinance 11-50-O be fully complied with at this location as well; 2) That the placement of an additional dog run be constructed in the same manner as the current dog run and be placed in the location noted on Exhibit A, attached to the PC/ZBA recommendation; 3) That the handicap parking stalls on the site be striped and new signs installed; 4) that there be three parking stalls striped parallel along the grassy area on the north side of the rear parking lot; 5) and that the remaining Curves tenant sign be removed. With those conditions it was the recommendation of the PC/ZBA to approve this Special Use. Mayor McDermott stated that this will be a great addition to our City. Countryside has been named the 7^th most pet-friendly municipality in the State – thanks to all the veterinary facilities and pet stores located in the City.

A motion was made by Alderman Musillami, seconded by Alderman Benson that this matter be APPROVED. Motion carried by unanimous Roll Call vote:

Aye: 6 Alderman Von Drasek, Alderman Jasinski, Alderman Pondelicek, Alderman Mikolyzk, Alderman Musillami, Alderman Benson.

Nay: 0

City Clerk Burdett declared that this will be known as ORDINANCE 15-26-O.

7. POLICE COMMITTEE

Alderman Pondelicek sought consideration to direct the Board of Fire & Police Commission to hire two Probationary Officers.

A motion was made by Alderman Jasinski, seconded by Alderman Von Drasek that this matter be APPROVED. Motion carried by unanimous Roll Call vote:

Aye: 6 Alderman Von Drasek, Alderman Jasinski, Alderman Pondelicek, Alderman Mikolyzk, Alderman Musillami, Alderman Benson.

Nay: 0

Alderman Pondelicek sought consideration to direct the Board of Fire & Police Commission to select a candidate from the existing promotional list for Sergeant.

A motion was made by Alderman Musillami, seconded by Alderman Benson that this matter be APPROVED. Motion carried by unanimous Roll Call vote:

Aye: 6 Alderman Von Drasek, Alderman Jasinski, Alderman Pondelicek, Alderman Mikolyzk, Alderman Musillami, Alderman Benson.

Nay: 0

8. RECREATION COMMITTEE

Alderman Jasinski stated that the Concerts in the Park Series begins next Thursday, June 4, 2015. The Sounds of Time and Music from the 40s through the 80s will be featured. The headliner is Seventh Heaven with a wide variety of songs. More information can be found on the front page of the City’s Website, including all bands on the list. He invited all residents to attend and looks forward to a great evening of entertainment.

NO ACTION

9. WATER COMMITTEE – NO REPORT

NO ACTION

10. FLAGG CREEK ADVISORY BOARD
Alderman Von Drasek urged everyone to get out to the golf course and enjoy the great golf weather.

Alderman Von Drasek stated that the City received correspondence from the Tollway Authority inquiring about a Noise Wall Study for a 22-mile section of the Illinois Tollway. Asst. City Administrator Ms. Peterson has been in touch with them. They responded back to the City that they are preparing for a two-year study for tollway improvement; once designers are chosen, work will begin aided with input from several bordering communities, including Countryside. The earliest construction would begin is roughly 2020. Patience is required.

Alderman Von Drasek cautioned residents to be mindful of their small dogs; another dog was attacked by a coyote in Ward 2; they are a constant danger. The Pet Parade will take place this weekend; Phelan Dodge is providing a Jeep and Westfield Ford is providing a convertible for the parade. Many thanks to the car dealerships that support the City.

NO ACTION

I. LEGAL REPORT-NO REPORT

J. CITY ADMINISTRATOR’S REPORT – NO REPORT

K. STAFF REPORTS

1. CHIEF OF POLICE

Police Chief Ford stated that this Friday from 5 a.m. to 2 p.m. Police Officers will be at the Dunkin Donuts on 55^th & LaGrange Road for the COP ON TOP Fundraiser for Special Olympics. Officers are still growing their beards as well; that program raised $3,000.

Chief Ford was contacted by Eric Vaitz, General Manager of C.J. Wilson regarding giving back to the Police Department and the community by providing funding for bullet-proof vests for police officers. The vests expire every five years necessitating a yearly purchase. C.J. Wilson expressed an interest in purchasing the vests going forward beginning this year – six vests will be purchased this year. They hope to arrange an award presentation at the Concert in the Park; it is very important to acknowledge the gift to the community showing the positive relationship between businesses and the community.

2. CITY ENGINEER

City Engineer Fitzgerald sought consideration of payment estimate #7 for the 2014 Water Main replacement project to Riccio Construction Corporation in the amount of $141,554.66.

A motion was made by Alderman Von Drasek, seconded by Alderman Pondelicek that this matter be APPROVED. Motion carried by unanimous Roll Call vote:

Aye: 6 Alderman Von Drasek, Alderman Jasinski, Alderman Pondelicek, Alderman Mikolyzk, Alderman Musillami, Alderman Benson.

Nay: 0

Mr. Fitzgerald received information from IDOT on the 2015 Paving Program; after some changes are made they will be returned to IDOT; the project is going out to bid next week.

L. BUSINESS FROM THE CITY COUNCIL FOR DISCUSSION , CONSIDERATION AND, IF SO DETERMINED, ACTION UPON:

Mayor McDermott announced the passing of Carm Scarpace’s father this week. Please keep their family in your thoughts and prayers. The wake is tonight at Hallowell & James Funeral Home.

M. EXECUTIVE SESSION
Mayor McDermott sought a motion to recess to a Closed Executive Session for the purpose of discussing — a) review of Executive Session minutes of 4-22-15 under Section 2(c)(21); b) Personnel under Section 2(c)(1); and c) Litigation under Section 2(c)(11) under the Open Meetings Act.

A motion was made by Alderman Mikolyzk, seconded by Alderman Musillami that this meeting is RECESSED. The motion carried by the following vote:

Aye: 6 Alderman Von Drasek, Alderman Jasinski, Alderman Pondelicek, Alderman Mikolyzk, Alderman Musillami, Alderman Benson.

Nay: 0

Mayor McDermott declared the meeting RECESSED at 8:00 p.m.

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N., RECONVENE TO REGULAR COUNCIL SESSION-8:25 PM
The roll was called to reconvene to Open Session. Aldermen Von Drasek, Jasinski, Pondelicek, Mikolyzk, Benson and Musillami and Mayor McDermott were present.

O. REPORT ON EXECUTIVE SESSION AND ACTION AS A RESULT OF, IF ANY.

APPROVAL OF EXECUTIVE SESSION CITY COUNCIL MINUTES.

A motion was made by Alderman Von Drasek, seconded by Alderman Musillami to approve the Executive Session minutes of April 22, 2015, as presented. The motion carried by the following vote:

Aye: 6 Alderman Von Drasek, Alderman Jasinski, Alderman Pondelicek, Alderman Mikolyzk, Alderman Musillami, Alderman Benson.

Nay: 0

P. ADJOURNMENT

A motion was made by Alderman Mikolyzk, seconded by Alderman Pondelicek that this meeting be ADJOURNED. The motion carried by the following vote:

Aye: 6 Alderman Von Drasek, Alderman Jasinski, Alderman Pondelicek, Alderman Mikolyzk, Alderman Musillami

Nay: 0

Mayor McDermott declared the meeting adjourned at 8:26 p.m.

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APPROVED:

Respectfully Submitted,

SUSAN BURDETT, CITY CLERK