City of Geneva City Council Met April 19.
Here is the minutes provided by the council:
CALL TO ORDER
The Geneva City Council meeting was called to order by Mayor Kevin Burns at 7:00 p.m.
Aldermen present: Mike Bruno, Tara Burghart, Becky Hruby, Gabriel Kaven, Craig Maladra, Richard Marks, Robert Swanson, Dean Kilburg, Brad Kosirog,
Clerk attending by video or teleconference: Roger Godskesen.
Aldermen absent: Jeanne McGowan
Staff Present: City Administrator Stephanie Dawkins, Assistant City Administrator Ben McCready, City Atty. Ron Sandack
Staff attending by video or teleconference: Director David DeGroot, Director Rich Babic, Superintendent Bob Van Gyseghem, H/R Generalist Mera Johnson
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Led by Becky Hruby
PUBLIC HEARINGS, SPECIAL ITEMS AND PRESENTATIONS
a. Presentation of “Plant Trees for Communities” Proclamation
Moved by Ald. Marks, seconded by Ald. Bruno to so proclaim:
Roll Call:
AYES: 9 (Ald. Bruno, Burghart, Hruby, Kaven, Kilburg, Kosirog, Maladra, Marks, Swanson)
ABSENT: 1 (McGowan)
NAYS: 0 MOTION CARRIED
AMENDMENTS TO AGENDA
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Ald. Burghart requested that item 11.j be removed from the consent agenda for separate discussion.
OMNIBUS AGENDA
All Items listed on the Omnibus Agenda are considered to be routine by the City Council and will be enacted by one motion. There will be no separate discussion on these items unless a council member so requests in which event the item will be removed from the Omnibus (Consent) Agenda and considered in its normal sequence on the Agenda.
Moved by Ald. Bruno, seconded by Ald. Swanson to approve the agenda as amended. Roll Call:
AYES: 9 (Ald. Bruno, Burghart, Hruby, Kaven, Kilburg, Kosirog, Maladra, Marks, Swanson)
ABSENT: 1 (McGowan)
NAYS: 0 MOTION CARRIED
NAYS: 0 MOTION CARRIED
*6. Approve Minutes from the Regular City Council Meeting on April 5, 2021. (Clerk recommends approval)
Moved by Ald. Bruno, seconded by Ald. Swanson to approve the measure as presented. Approved by unanimous roll call vote with one absence. (Omnibus Agenda). MOTION CARRIED
*APPROVE REPORTS
a. February Financial Report
b. Tax Reports
Moved by Ald. Bruno, seconded by Ald. Swanson to approve the measure as presented. Approved by unanimous roll call vote with one absence. (Omnibus Agenda). MOTION CARRIED
COUNCIL COMMITTEES
None
OTHER ITEMS AND CORRESPONDENCE
None
MUNICIPAL BILLS FOR PAYMENT
City of Geneva Expenditures - 4/19/21 $ 2,444,061.94
Manual Check(s) –
Utility Billing Refund(s) 938.70
Misc. Refund(s) –
Sales Tax Abatement –
City of Geneva Payroll 718,996.08
Tri-Com Expenditures - 4/19/21 87,695.01
Tri-Com Payroll 105,553.65
Total Expenditures $ 3,357,245.38
Moved by Ald. Bruno, seconded by Ald. Kosirog to approve the bills as presented. Roll Call:
AYES: 9 (Ald. Bruno, Burghart, Hruby, Kaven, Kilburg, Kosirog, Maladra, Marks, Swanson)
ABSENT: 1 (McGowan)
NAYS: 0 MOTION CARRIED
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE ITEMS OF BUSINESS
*a. Approve Resolution No. 2021-23 Authorizing Acceptance of a Proposal to Bind Coverage for Property, Inland Marine, General Liability, Automobile, Employment Practices, Law Enforcement, Public Officials’, Crime, Cyber, Excess Liability, and Workers’ Compensation Insurance Coverage Effective May 1, 2021.
Moved by Ald. Bruno, seconded by Ald. Swanson to approve the measure as presented. Approved by unanimous roll call vote with one absence. (Omnibus Agenda). MOTION CARRIED
*b. Approve Resolution No. 2021-24 Authorizing Purchase of 2021 Chevrolet Tahoe from Miles Chevrolet in an Amount Not-to-Exceed $50,098.00 Inclusive of Conversion Costs for Police Department Squad Vehicle.
Moved by Ald. Bruno, seconded by Ald. Swanson to approve the measure as presented. Approved by unanimous roll call vote with one absence. (Omnibus Agenda). MOTION CARRIED
*c. Approve Resolution No. 2021-25 Authorizing Identification Sign Easement Agreement with the Forest Preserve District of Kane County.
Moved by Ald. Bruno, seconded by Ald. Swanson to approve the measure as presented. Approved by unanimous roll call vote with one absence. (Omnibus Agenda). MOTION CARRIED
*d. Approve Resolution No. 2021-26 Authorizing Execution of a Contract with Builders Paving, LLC in an Amount Not-to-Exceed $1,827,000.00 for the 2021 Street and Watermain Improvement Project.
Moved by Ald. Bruno, seconded by Ald. Swanson to approve the measure as presented. Approved by unanimous roll call vote with one absence. (Omnibus Agenda). MOTION CARRIED
*e. Approve Resolution No. 2021-27 Authorizing the Acceptance of a Proposal from Baxter & Woodman, Crystal Lake, IL for the Water System Risk and Resilience Assessment and Emergency Response Plan Update at a cost not to exceed $27,300.
Moved by Ald. Bruno, seconded by Ald. Swanson to approve the measure as presented. Approved by unanimous roll call vote with one absence. (Omnibus Agenda). MOTION CARRIED
*f. Approve Resolution No. 2021-28 Authorizing the Purchase of Two 2021 Peterbilt Model 348 Single-Axle Dump and Snowplows from JX Truck Centers in an Amount Not to Exceed $430,460.
Moved by Ald. Bruno, seconded by Ald. Swanson to approve the measure as presented. Approved by unanimous roll call vote with one absence. (Omnibus Agenda). MOTION CARRIED
*g. Approve Resolution No. 2021-29 Declaring Surplus Miscellaneous Vehicles and Equipment.
Moved by Ald. Bruno, seconded by Ald. Swanson to approve the measure as presented. Approved by unanimous roll call vote with one absence. (Omnibus Agenda). MOTION CARRIED
*h. Approve Resolution No. 2021-30 Authorizing Execution of a License Agreement with The Birdhouse Lady, LLC at 28 James Street.
Moved by Ald. Bruno, seconded by Ald. Swanson to approve the measure as presented. Approved by unanimous roll call vote with one absence. (Omnibus Agenda). MOTION CARRIED
*i. Approve Resolution No. 2021-31 Authorizing Execution of the Ride in Kane Program Sponsor Agreement Effective August 2021 Through August 2023 Subject to Approved Funds.
Moved by Ald. Bruno, seconded by Ald. Swanson to approve the measure as presented. Approved by unanimous roll call vote with one absence. (Omnibus Agenda). MOTION CARRIED
j. Approve Resolution No. 2021-32 Awarding Bid and Contract to CDW Government, LLC in the Amount of $37,050.00 for FY2020-2021 and $59,008.00 for FY2021-2022 Citywide Computer Replacement Program.
Moved by Ald. Marks, seconded by Ald. Bruno to approve the measure as presented.
Ald. Burghart asked whether, instead of desktop computers, laptops should be considered so staff could use them off-site in case of emergencies, or situations such as the current pandemic which prevent staff from working in their usual office spaces. Burghart also felt that the new computers were high-end in their configurations.
Adm. Dawkins noted that the higher cost of laptops was part of the decision to go with desk tops, and added that efforts over the past four years had ensured that senior staff had the ability to work off-site prior to and during the current pandemic.
Ald. Hruby asked how many machines were being proposed in the contract. IT Director Collings reported that 25 desk-tops, two “rugged” laptops and one server were included. Collins also noted these computers followed one single specification to allow standardization across all city computers, and that this contract followed the goal of replacing approximately 25% of the machines per year.
There being no further questions, the matter was put to a vote.
Roll Call:
AYES: 9 (Ald. Bruno, Burghart, Hruby, Kaven, Kilburg, Kosirog, Maladra, Marks, Swanson)
ABSENT: 1 (McGowan)
NAYS: 0 MOTION CARRIED
PRESENTATION OF ORDINANCES, PETITIONS, RESOLUTIONS, AND BID AWARDS
a. Consider Ordinance No. 2021-07 Granting a Sign Variance at 100 S. Glengarry Drive (DePaw Canine Campus)
Moved by Ald. Swanson, seconded by Ald. Burghart to approve the measure as presented
Roll Call:
AYES: 9 (Ald. Bruno, Burghart, Hruby, Kaven, Kilburg, Kosirog, Maladra, Marks, Swanson)
ABSENT: 1 (McGowan)
NAYS: 0 MOTION CARRIED
NAYS: 0 MOTION CARRIED
NEW BUSINESS
Ald. Kaven asked if the council could get updates on projects currently underway in the City. Mayor Burns said City Staff would provide this.
Asst. Administrator McCready said there was one person wishing to comment through the virtual platform.
William Scown spoke about the upcoming Clean Energy and Jobs Act (CEJA) to be voted on by the State Legislature in early May. Scown said he would like robust discussions including members of the public regarding Geneva’s positions on the bill, and suggested preparatory meetings be held to define benefits and costs to clean and renewable power VS fossil fuels. Scown then asked for reactions from the assembly.
Ald. Hruby asked whether it would be possible to hold a public meeting by April 26, and discussion continued as to whether there was time to hold any meeting on the topic before the scheduled State vote. Mayor Burns said he had no objection to having discussions on the overarching goal of clean energy and alternative positions being advanced by different organizations.
Ald. Bruno and Burghart were open to a meeting on the topic. Ald. Kaven asked about the nature of the discussion, noting that we don’t have specifics yet, and what the goal of such discussion would be. Ald. Maladra, Kosirog and Swanson felt there would be value for the public to have input and discussion of the process. Ald. Kilburg felt it was important to determine what the city’s interests and financial impacts were and how they can be protected, and added a suggestion that an energy consultant be engaged to advise on the topic. Mayor Burns noted that many parties had contributed to the bill and there are a lot of moving parts, adding that it seems more understanding by the state legislature is developing on the issues.
Scown proposed meeting(s) be held prior to the upcoming vote in May, with input from City Staff. Mayor Burns suggested May 10 was a better date for a public meeting, in order to allow time for City Staff to prepare a presentation on the City’s power supply mix and an overview of the status of CEJA legislation, and to inform the public of the meeting. Ald. Maladra and Marks supported the May 10 date, and Marks added his feeling that there should be a balanced discussion on the matter.
Administrator Dawkins reported that no comments were received via email. ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, moved by Ald. Marks to adjourn the Geneva City Council meeting.
Noting that this is the first time since the pandemic started that all members of the council were attending in person (albeit with one absence), that a voice vote was permitted:
MOTION CARRIED by unanimous voice vote 9/0 with one absence.
The meeting adjourned at 7:47 PM.
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