City of Park Ridge City Council met March 21.
Here is the minutes provided by the Council:
I.Call to Order
Mayor Maloney called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.
II.Roll Call
City Clerk Henneman read the roll call and the following Elected Officials indicated their presence: Ald. Moran, Wilkening, Shubert, Melidosian, Mazzuca, Joyce and Mayor Maloney. Ald. Milissis was absent.
Staff present: A. Lamberg, J. Sorensen, F. Kaminski, A. Simon, J. Gilmore, C. Peterson, J. Brown, W. Zingsheim
III. Pledge of Allegiance
A local Boy Scout led attendees of the meeting in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the United States flag.
IV. Approval of Minutes
A.Committee of the Whole – March 12, 2018
Moved by Ald. Moran. Seconded by Ald. Shubert.
Motion carried; voice vote.
B. Regular City Council Meeting – March 5, 2018
Moved by Ald. Moran. Seconded by Ald. Shubert.
Motion carried; voice vote.
C. Committee of the Whole – February 26, 2018 Moved by Ald. Moran. Seconded by Ald. Shubert.
Ald. Moran requested that the map previously presented at a prior meeting be included with the minutes.
Motion carried; voice vote.
V. Reports of City Officials
A. Mayor’s report
Mayor Maloney sadly announced the recent passing of a student from a local middle school in Park Ridge and sent sincere condolences to the family on behalf of the community. The red ribbons placed around Park Ridge signifies the support.
1. Approve the appointment of Mark Kleinschmit to the Bike Task Force
Moved by Ald. Shubert. Seconded by Ald. Moran.
Roll Call
Ayes: Ald. Moran, Wilkening, Shubert, Melidosian, Mazzuca, And Joyce (6)
Nays: None (0)
Absent: Ald. Milissis (1)
Abstain: None (0)
Motion carried, 6 – 0.
2. Proclamation – Education and Sharing Day
Mayor Marty Maloney read and presented the Education and Sharing Day Proclamation to Rabbi Lazer Hershkovich. The Proclamation is in recognition of an annual national day that commemorates the achievements of Rabbi Menachen Schneerson and the lessons and visions he set forth in learning and education. Rabbi Lazer Hershkovich spoke about the importance of good education that should have no limits and serve a cause greater than one self.
B. City Council
No report.
C. City Attorney
No report.
D. City Clerk
No report.
E. City Manager
City Manager Gilmore informed the community that an electrical energy provider, MC2, had recently sent out letters to its existing customers about service renewal. He indicated that the City once had an Electrical Aggregation program through MC2 for its resident’s but that the program was discontinued a few years ago. Since choose an electrical provider is an individual consumer’s choice, City manager Gilmore directed residents to get more information and compare rates at ICC Plug In Illinois ® (https://www.pluginillinois.org.).
VI. Consent Agenda
*All items listed with an asterisk are considered routine by the City Council and will be enacted by one motion. There will be no separate discussion of those items unless an Alderman so requests, in which event the item will be removed from the Consent Agenda and considered in its normal sequence on the Agenda.
VIII.H.1. Approve the final reading of Ordinance amending Article 5 (Health) of the Municipal Code regarding pest control measures for food establishments
VIII.H.2. Approve the final reading of an Ordinance designating the American Legion Monument as a Park Ridge landmark
VIII.I.1. Approve a contract for City Hall HVAC, PW-FY19-11 to Regan Heating Inc. of Justice Illinois in the amount of $68,500
VIII.I.2. Approve the contract for the 2017/18 Watermain Replacement Program, PW-FY-18-07 to J. Congdon Sewer Service Inc. of Carol Stream, Illinois in the amount of $1,364,733
VIII.I.3. Approve the Tree & Stump Removal contract, PW-FY-18-12 to Steve Piper & Son of Naperville, IL
VIII.I.4. Approve a contract to provide Tree Maintenance Services, PW-FY-18-13 to Steve Piper & Sons of Naperville, IL
VIII.I.5. Approve a Purchase Order increase for Groot Industries in the amount of $42,000
VIII.I.6. Approve a one-year extension to the contract for Aggregate Materials Purchase and Spoils Disposal, PW-FY-17-12 to K.L.F. Enterprises Inc. of Markham, IL
VIII.I.7. Approve a one-year extension to the contract for maintenance of street and parking lot lights traffic signals, pre-emption devices and pedestrian crosswalks, PW-FY-17-03 to Meade Electric Company of McCook, IL
VIII.I.8. Approve a one-year extension to the contract for Lawn Care Program (Cul De Sac and Center Median) PW-FY-15-12 to Twin Oaks Landscaping Inc. Oswego, Illinois
VIII.K.1. Approve the warrants for the period ending March 15, 2018 in the amount of $1,358,097.60 reviewed by Ald. Mazzuca
Moved by Ald. Moran. Seconded by Ald. Shubert.
Roll Call
Ayes: Ald. Wilkening, Shubert, Melidosian, Mazzuca, Joyce And Moran (6)
Nays: None (0)
Absent: Ald. Milissis (1)
Abstain: None (0)
Motion carried, 6 – 0.
VII. Citizens Who Wish to Address the City Council on a Non-Agenda Item
David Arena and Deanna Madigan, both who are members of the Park Ridge Farmer’s Market, presented an idea of allowing for the sale of alcoholic beverages at the Farmers Market. Mr. Arena provided a few examples: A chef would have a cooking demonstration using products from the market and Winestyles or Beer on the Wall would provide a wine or beer pairing. Another concept would be to have a mimosa or beer- mosa available for purchase at the market. Mr. Arena indicated that the Municipal Code prohibits the sale of alcohol at the Farmer’s Market (12-7).
Ald. Moran clarified with the speaker that this would be similar to the Chamber’s First Friday’s event where there are vendors at booths selling alcohol; the Chamber of Commerce is not selling the alcohol. Mr. Arena concurred indicating that the Farmer’s Market would not be selling alcohol at the market. Neither Mr. Arena nor Ms. Madigan were certain if any surrounding communities offer alcohol at their markets. Ald. Moran inquired about the time limitation on the sale of alcohol; 10:00 a.m. was verbalized as a guess.
Ald. Moran, Shubert, and Joyce were interested in discussing the idea further. Ald. Shubert would like to see the practices of other communities, as suggested by Ald. Joyce.
Ald. Wilkening was not interested in serving alcohol at 10:00 a.m.
Ald. Mazzuca was not terribly interested, but if there was consensus, he would look more towards a sampling type of service.
Ald. Melidosian was open for discussing the proposal in moderation since it is done for other events in the evenings but would look at the start times and limits.
Director Brown indicated there is no tight deadline to have this in place starting the opening day. Arena reiterated; it would be guest vendors who would be providing the alcohol. Beer on the Wall and Winestyles are anxious to start.
Mayor Maloney reviewed the proposed steps and did not want to rush the process since there are probably many questions. He asked that the matter be placed on the April 23, 2018 Procedures & Regulations Committee agenda.
VIII. Reports of Boards, Commissions and Committees
A.Community Health Commission – Ald. Joyce
No report.
B. Historic Preservation Commission – Ald. Joyce
No report.
C. Library Board of Trustees – Ald. Melidosian
Ald. Melidosian indicated that last evening, following the Library Board meeting, an offer was extended for a new Library Director; there was a verbal acceptance. Also, he provided an update on the IGA between the Library and the City.
D. Liquor License Review Board – Liquor Commissioner/Mayor Maloney
1. Approve the first reading of Ordinance approving an S-4 Liquor License for Ash Willow Salon located at 604 Devon Avenue, increasing the number of 2018 Liquor Licenses to 40
Moved by Ald. Moran. Seconded by Ald. Shubert.
Roll Call
Ayes: Ald. Shubert, Melidosian, Mazzuca, Joyce, Moran, And Wilkening (6)
Nays: None (0)
Absent: Ald. Milissis (1)
Abstain: None (0)
Motion carried, 6 – 0.
E. O’Hare Airport Commission – Ald. Mazzuca
Ald. Mazzuca explained that the next meeting is scheduled for March 22 at 7:00 p.m. A presentation will be given by FAiR.
F. Planning and Zoning Commission – Ald. Wilkening No report.
G. Zoning Board of Appeals – Ald. Moran No report.
H. Procedures and Regulations Committee – Ald. Wilkening 1. Approve the final reading of Ordinance amending Article 5 (Health) of the Municipal Code regarding pest control measures for food establishments / Approved by omnibus vote
2. Approve the final reading of an Ordinance designating the American Legion Monument as a
Park Ridge landmark / Approved by omnibus vote
I. Public Works Committee – Ald. Moran 1. Approve a contract for City Hall HVAC, PW-FY19-11 to Regan Heating Inc. of Justice Illinois in the amount of $68,500 / Approved by omnibus vote
2. Approve the contract for the 2017/18 Watermain Replacement Program, PW-FY-18-07 to J. Congdon Sewer Service Inc. of Carol Stream, Illinois in the amount of $1,364,733 / Approved by omnibus vote
3. Approve the Tree & Stump Removal contract, PW-FY-18-12 to Steve Piper & Son of Naperville, IL / Approved by omnibus vote
4. Approve a contract to provide Tree Maintenance Services, PW-FY-18-13 to Steve Piper & Sons of Naperville, IL / Approved by omnibus vote
5. Approve a Purchase Order increase for Groot Industries in the amount of $42,000 / Approved by omnibus vote
6. Approve a one-year extension to the contract for Aggregate Materials Purchase and Spoils Disposal, PW-FY-17-12 to K.L.F. Enterprises Inc. of Markham, IL / Approved by omnibus vote
7. Approve a one-year extension to the contract for maintenance of street and parking lot lights traffic signals, pre-emption devices and pedestrian crosswalks, PW-FY-17-03 to Meade Electric Company of McCook, IL / Approved by omnibus vote
8. Approve a one-year extension to the contract for Lawn Care Program (Cul De Sac and Center Median) PW-FY-15-12 to Twin Oaks Landscaping Inc. Oswego, Illinois / Approved by omnibus vote
9. Approve a purchase order for the purchase of one (1) 2018 Ford Fusion Hybrid to Roesch Ford, Bensenville, Illinois in the amount of $22,835 Moved by Ald. Moran. Seconded by Ald. Shubert.
Roll Call
Ayes: Ald. Melidosian, Joyce, Moran, Wilkening, And Shubert (5)
Nays: Ald. Mazzuca (1)
Absent: Ald. Milissis (1)
Abstain: None (0)
Motion carried, 5 – 1.
J. Public Safety Committee – Ald. Melidosian
Approve a one year contract extension for towing services with Lin Mar Towing & Recovery, LLC Moved by Ald. Melidosian. Seconded by Ald. Moran.
Ald. Mazzuca spoke about the contract, specifically the costs that can be charged to the City or the large amounts that can be charged to persons who have their vehicle towed. His concern was that the contract was, in his opinion, not strongly competed. He asked for any operational reason why that cannot be done.
According to City Manager Gilmore, he believes the contract was strongly competed but that only two responses were received. He explained that the bid was given to the company that provided the specs. There is no operational reason why the city could not put this out again this year. Procurement rules were not required since the cost did not exceed $2,500.
According to Chief Kaminski, the City requires that any seized vehicles that are towed are to be held indoors since they are evidence. Vehicles must also be monitored, caged, and secured separately from other vehicles. Other tow companies do not have indoor facilities; this limits the number of respondents. According to the Chief, the City is happy with their service. Other municipalities might have the space needed to keep their towed vehicles; Park Ridge does not.
Ald. Moran spoke about an experience of a tow he witnessed by Lin Mar.
Ald. Mazzuca believes the contract should be competed, not extended.
Ald. Melidosian respected Ald. Mazzuca’s sentiments. He will vote in favor. However, if the vote fails, he would welcome taking the matter back out to bid.
Roll Call
Ayes: Ald. Joyce, Moran, Wilkening, Shubert And Melidosian (5)
Nays: Ald. Mazzuca (1)
Absent: Ald. Milissis (1)
Abstain: None (0)
Motion carried, 5 – 1.
K. Finance and Budget Committee – Ald. Mazzuca
1. Approve the warrants for the period ending March 15, 2018 in the amount of $1,358,097.60 reviewed by Ald. Mazzuca / Approved by omnibus vote
IX. New business
Mayor Maloney recognized Mark Kleinschmit (not present) for volunteering to serve on the Bike Task Force.
Ald. Mazzuca reported that the City hosted a Volunteer Appreciation event held on Monday, March 19 with approximately 50 attendees. He thanked the volunteers for their service which is sincerely appreciated.
X. Adjournment
The meeting adjourned at 7:45 p.m.
Note: The minutes are a summary of business transacted at the meeting. They are not a verbatim copy of the recording.
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