City CouncilMay 8, 2013 Print

Public Notice

IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE APPLICABLE STATUTES OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS AND ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF COUNTRYSIDE, NOTICE IS GIVEN HEREBY THAT THE NEXT REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COUNTRYSIDE WILL BE HELD ON MAY 5, 2013 AT THE HOUR OF 7:30 P.M. IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBER OF CITY HALL, 5550 EAST AVENUE, COUNTRYSIDE, ILLINOIS; DURING WHICH MEETING IT IS ANTICIPATED THERE WILL BE DISCUSSION AND CONSIDERATION OF AND, IF SO DETERMINED, ACTION UPON THE MATTERS CONTAINED IN THE FOLLOWING:

AGENDA

Regular Meeting of the City Council, City of Countryside

5550 East Avenue

City Hall, Council Chamber

Wednesday, May 8, 2013 – 7:30 P.M.

A.CALL TO ORDER – Pledge of Allegiance

B. ROLL CALL

Mayor Krzeminski

Alderman Pondelicek Alderman Jasinski

Alderman Michalczyk Alderman Von Drasek

Alderman McDermott Alderman Musillami

Clerk Sweeney

Treasurer Jasinski

C. APPROVAL OF MINUTES

1. Regular City Council Meeting – April 24, 2013.

SWEARING IN NEWLY ELECTED OFFICIALS Ward 1, Ward 2, and Ward 3 Aldermen Officiating Judge Peter Felice

D.OMNIBUS AGENDA

1. Statement of Bills submitted for payment through May 8, 2013: $275,154.46.

E. COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE PUBLIC

F.MAYOR’S REPORT

1. Confirmation of Appointment andSwearing in of Chief of Police: Joseph Ford.

G. CITY CLERK’S REPORT

1. Approval of the executive session minutes of City Council for 4-10-13.

H. TREASURER’S REPORT

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

1. Economic Development – Alderman McDermott

a. Recommendation to amend ordinance removing Resident Only parking signs on west side of 6th Avenue from Bobolink south to 55th St. (draft ordinance attached)

b. Status on Committee Items/Comments.

2. Finance Committee – Treasurer Jasinski

a. Consideration of allowing the CBA to use City Park for a 4-day Carnival and waiving all license and permit fees associated with the event.

b. Consideration of donating $24,000 to the CBA to hold a 4-day Carnival at City Park, June 27-30, 2013.

c. Request authorization to enter into an agreement for the City Printing services with Infinity Signs for $26,305.34.

d. Recommendation to use The Doings Newspaper for legal notices.

e. Status on Committee Items/Comments.

3. Human Resources Committee – Alderman Pondelicek

a. Status on Committee Items/ Comments.

4. Infrastructure Committee – Alderman Michalczyk

a. Seek authorization to advertise for the 2013 Street Resurfacing Program.

b. Seek authorization to advertise for the 2013 Sidewalk Program.

c. Status on Committee Items/Comments.

5. License Committee – Alderman Musillami. Business License applications submitted.

6. Plan Commission/Zoning Board of Appeals – City Attorney Peck

a. Status on Committee Items/Comments

7. Police Committee – Alderman Pondelicek

a. Status on Committee Items/Comments

8. Recreation Committee – Alderman Jasinski

a. Status on Committee Items/Comments.

9. Water Committee – Alderman Von Drasek

a. Status on Committee Items/Comments.

J.LEGAL REPORT

K.CITY ADMINISTRATOR’S REPORT

1. Consideration of a License for Parking Lot Use by Ettleson Hyundai.

L.STAFF REPORTS

1. Assistant Administrator

a. Request to extend Conditional Certificate of Compliance and Occupancy Agreement at 5503 LaGrange Road.

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

N. ADJOURN TO EXECUTIVE SESSION

1. To review the Council executive session minutes of 4-24-13. Sec. 21c and for possible ligation under Sec. 2Ah.

Sharon Sweeney, City Clerk

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O. RECONVENE TO REGULAR SESSION

1. To approve executive session Council minutes of 4-24-13.

I, the undersigned, posted the above and foregoing 3 page Agenda (this page included) at the following locations on or before 7:30 p.m., Monday, May 6, 2013.

In the office of the City Clerk, being the principal office of the City Council

At the front entry to the City Hall at 5550 East Avenue, Countryside, Illinois

In lobby of the City Hall outside of the door leading to the Council Chamber

On the City of Countryside website: https://www.countryside-il.org

Sharon Sweeney

At least 24 hours in advance of a scheduled public meeting, any individual with a disability who is in need of a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in the meeting should contact the office of the City Clerk: In person at 5550 East Avenue, Countryside, IL. via telephone at (708) 354-7270 or via e-mail at clerk@countryside-il.org.

MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING

CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COUNTRYSIDE, ILLINOIS

HELD IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBERS ON WEDNESDAY, MAY 8, 2013

CALL TO ORDER – Pledge of Allegiance

Mayor Krzeminski called the meeting to order at 7:30 p.m. City Clerk Sweeney called the Roll of those physically present as follows:

ROLL CALL

Present:Mayor Krzeminski, Alderman Pondelicek, Alderman Jasinski, Alderman Michalczyk, Alderman Von Drasek, Alderman McDermott, Alderman Musillami, Clerk Sweeney, Treasurer Jasinski.

Also Present:City Admin. Paul, Acting Police Chief Novak, City Attorney Peck, Atty. Yehl, Asst. Admin. Peterson, Fin. Dir. Drazner, City Eng. Fitzgerald, ESDA Crd. Norman, PC/ZBA member Benson.

APPROVAL OF MINUTES

1. Regular City Council Meeting – April 24, 2013. Ald. Jasinski corrected Item #28 change the word won to read he was awarded the distinction of Eagle Scout. Ald. McDermott moved to approve the minutes with that correction, seconded by Ald. Jasinski and carried by Roll Call vote.

SWEARING IN OF NEWLY ELECTED OFFICIALS

Ward 1, Ward 2 and Ward 3 Aldermen

Officiating Judge Peter Felice

2.The Honorable Peter Felice administered the Oath of Office en masse to Robert Pondelicek, Scott Musillami, Sean McDermott and John Von Drasek, as Aldermen of the City of Countryside. The Aldermen received a standing ovation. Audience members congratulated the re-elected Aldermen and new Ald. Musillami; photos were taken.

OMNIBUS AGENDA

3.Statement of Bills submitted for payment through May 8, 2013: $275,154.46.

Ald. Musillami moved to approve the Omnibus Agenda as presented, seconded by Ald. Michalczyk and carried by Roll Call vote – 6/0/0.

COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE PUBLIC – none

MAYOR’S REPORT

4.Confirmation of Appointment and Swearing in of Chief of Police – Joseph Ford.

Mayor Krzeminski administered the Oath of Office to Joseph Ford as Police Chief of the City of Countryside. The City Council welcomed Chief Ford to Countryside; the audience provided a standing ovation; he shook hands with each Council member.

CITY CLERK’S REPORT

5. Clerk Sweeney sought approval of Executive Session minutes of City Council of 4-10-13. Ald. Musillami moved to approve the minutes as presented, seconded by Ald. Michalczyk and carried unanimously.

TREASURER’S REPORT

6.Treasurer Jasinski congratulated the newly-elected officials and welcomed Chief Ford to the City. He thanked all the Aldermen for continuing the hard work they do.

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

7. Economic Development Committee – Alderman McDermott presented the recommendation to amend the ordinance and remove the Resident Only parking signs on the west side of 6th Avenue from Bobolink south to 55th St. to assist Mr. Arce with the parking situation. Ald. Pondelicek moved to approve the amended ordinance, seconded by Ald. Jasinski and carried by Roll Call vote – 6/0/0.

Clerk Sweeney declared that this will be known as ORDINANCE 13-24-O.

8. Ald. McDermott thanked his friends and neighbors for their support during the election – mostly thanks to his family, his wife Barb and daughter Maggie, for standing by his side. Today is Maggie’s birthday – the assembly sang Happy Birthday.

9. Finance Committee – Treasurer Jasinski sought consideration of allowing the CBA to use City Park for a 4-day Carnival and waiving all license and permit fees associated with the event. Ald. Musillami moved to approve, seconded by Ald. Pondelicek and carried unanimously.

10. Treasurer Jasinski sought consideration of donating $24,000 to the CBA to hold a 4-day Carnival at City Park, June 27-30, 2013. Ald. McDermott moved to approve, seconded by Ald. Musillami and carried by Roll Call vote – 6/0/0.

11. Treasurer Jasinski requested authorization to enter into an agreement for the City Printing services with Infinity Signs for $26,305.34. Ald. McDermott moved to approve, seconded by Ald. Musillami. Ald. McDermott stated that this contract is an example of the City being business oriented and resident friendly; it is a local business. Mayor Krzeminski stated that the State has a law that requires non home rule communities to go out for bids on amounts over $20,000. The Staff recommended the City go out for bids. The Finance Committee decided against bidding due to the fine quality of the product; it is up to the discretion of the Council. Motion carried by Roll Call vote – 5/1/0. Ald. Pondelicek opposed.

12. Treasurer Jasinski recommended using The Doings Newspaper for legal notices.

Ald. Michalczyk moved to approve, seconded by Ald. Musillami and carried by Roll Call vote – 6/0/0. Ald. McDermott would appreciate communication with the owners to seek coverage for the City of Countryside. The Mayor discussed this matter with the Editor. He noted a benefit to the paper and possible gain in circulation by publishing City news – but he wouldn’t do anything. They suggested that residents call the newspaper.

13. Infrastructure Committee – Alderman Michalczyk sought authorization to advertise for the 2013 Street Resurfacing Program. Part of the cost will be covered by MFT funds of $300,000; the City has budgeted for $500,000. Ald. Jasinski moved to approve the bid process, seconded by Ald. Von Drasek and carried by Roll Call vote – 6/0/0.

14. Ald. Michalczyk sought authorization to advertise for the 2013 Sidewalk Program

In the amount of $30,000. Ald. Musillami moved to approve the bid process, seconded by Ald. Jasinski and carried by Roll Call vote – 6/0/0.

15. License Committee – Alderman Musillami presented two businesses – Shirt Printing 4 U – moved to 5408 East Avenue; and Best Western is under new ownership. One Special Use is for C.J. Wilson – a Charity Concert 6060 Joliet Rd. on July 9, 2013.

16. Recreation Committee – Alderman Jasinski announced that Thursday, May 9, 2013, is Bike to School Day at Ideal School – a part of the non motorized transportation program – so watch out for kids riding their bikes.

17. The Village of Hinsdale is beginning their summer pool season – they have memberships on sale — there is a special rate for non-residents; City residents will be reimbursed up to a certain level.

18. The Beautification Committee met on Saturday for their garden opening; thanks to everyone that showed up; the event was well attended.

19. Water Committee – Alderman Von Drasek stated that May 16-23, 2013 is Celebrate Seniors Week – honoring residents over age 60. There is a lot of information out there so please take the news to your parents – to get involved with the programs.

20. Ald. Von Drasek congratulated his colleagues on their reelection, and thanked his wife, Kathy, and family members, especially Scott and his friends who picked up the signs afterwards on election night – also Tom Michalczyk.

CITY ATTORNEY’S REPORT – none

CITY ADMINISTRATOR’S REPORT

21.Consideration of a License for Parking Lot Use by Ettleson Hyundai. Ms. Paul was contacted by Mike Ettleson re: overstock inventory with a request to use the north parking lot temporarily. The City was able to accommodate him with 40 parking spaces that do not interfere with the other users. The license agreement runs from May 13 to September 30, 2013. They have provided a certificate of insurance naming the City as an additional insured. Mayor Krzeminski approves the request. Ald. Musillami moved to approve, seconded by Ald. Michalczyk and carried unanimously.

22.Ms. Paul welcomed Police Chief Ford to Countryside and looks forward to working with him.

STAFF REPORTS

23.Asst. City Admin. Ms. Peterson presented the request to extend the Conditional Certificate of Compliance and Occupancy Agreement at 5503 LaGrange Road to install their 4 sprinkler water line. They finally received the IDOT permit but due to inclement weather the work was not completed by April 2013. Mr. Castrogiovanni is seeking additional time and will have the work completed by May 31, 2013. Ald. Jasinski moved to approve the extension, seconded by Ald. Michalczyk and carried unanimously.

ADJOURN TO EXECUTIVE SESSION

24.Mayor Krzeminski sought to adjourn to Executive Session under Section 2Ah, for the purpose of discussing possible litigation, and under Section 21c, to review the Executive Session minutes of 4-24-13. the Council will return to Regular Session to vote on said minutes. Ald. McDermott moved to adjourn to Executive Session, seconded by Ald. Pondelicek and carried by Roll Call vote – 6/0/0.

25. Mayor Krzeminski declared the meeting recessed at 7:55 p.m.

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26. The Regular City Council meeting returned to Open Session with the same members present at 8:03 p.m.

27. Ald. McDermott moved to approve the Executive Session minutes of April 24, 2013, seconded by Ald. Von Drasek and carried by Roll Call vote – 6/0/0.

28. Ald. Michalczyk moved to adjourn the Regular Meeting, seconded by Ald. Pondelicek and carried by Roll Call vote – 6/0/0.

29. Mayor Krzeminski declared the meeting adjourned at 8:04 p.m.

SHARON SWEENEY, CITY CLERK