Grundy Reporter

Village of Minooka Village Board met April 25.

Here are the minutes provided by the board:

Village President, Ric Offerman, called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m. followed by the Pledge of Allegiance. Trustees present: Gabriela Martinez, Barry Thompson, Dennis Martin, Terry Houchens, Robin White. Also present: Dan Duffy-Village Administrator, John Harrington-Village Treasurer, Ryan Anderson Superintendent of Public Works, Village Attorney-Chris Spesia, Village Engineer- Sean Kelly and Village Clerk-Orsola Evola.

Public Forum

No one was present.

Changes to Agenda-Trustee Houchens requested item 9b moved to New Business. Item was moved.

Review of the Village Board meeting minutes on March 28, 2023

Trustee White moved to approve the minutes with the change of one word from attract to distract, Trustee Martinez seconded the motion to approve the amended minutes of March 28, 2023.

Ayes: Martinez, Thompson, White, Houchens, Martin

Nays: None

Absent: Parrish

Motion carried.

Bills and Transfers

Trustee Martin moved, Trustee Thompson seconded the motion to approve the Bills and Transfers

Ayes: Martinez, Thompson, White, Houchens, Martin

Nays: None

Absent: Parrish

Motion carried.

Treasurer’s Report

Trustee Martin moved, Trustee Thompson seconded the motion to approve the Treasurer’s Report

Ayes: Martinez, Thompson, White, Houchens, Martin

Nays: None

Absent: Parrish

Motion carried.

Consent Agenda

Resolution 2023R-3476 approving pay request #2 (FINAL) for Twin Rail Drive PCC Patching Resolution 2023R-3478 approving pay request #2 & 3 (partial) for the 2022 annual tree planting program- $27,775

Resolution 2023R-3479 approving pay request #1 (FINAL) for Zone 3 tree trimming program-$96,535 Resolution 2023R-3480 approving pay request #1 (FINAL) for Sanitary Sewer Lining Repair-$44,589.75 Resolution 2023R-3481 approving pay request #1 (FINAL) for repair/or replacement for ceiling insulation at PW Department-$65,000

Resolution 2023R-3482 approving the renewal of the water meter replacement contract with United Meters, Inc, Morris, IL for an estimated amount of $122,768

Trustee Thompson moved, Trustee Houchens seconded the motion to approve consent items as presented.

Ayes: Martinez, Thompson, White, Houchens, Martin

Nays: None

Absent: Parrish

Motion carried.

Unfinished Business-none

New Business

Public Hearing for Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Budget

Trustee Martin moved to open the public hearing at 6:35 p.m., Trustee Martinez seconded the motion to open the public hearing.

Ayes: Martinez, Thompson, White, Houchens, Martin

Nays: None

Absent: Parrish

Motion carried.

Treasurer John Harrington mentioned that the budget was sent out to the board for final review. There were no issues. There are 3 snow plows that are unavailable until 2025. No one was present for public comment. No other questions.

Close Public Forum

Trustee White moved to close the public forum at 6:37 p.m., Trustee Martin seconded the motion to close the public forum.

Ayes: Martinez, Thompson, White, Houchens, Martin

Nays: None

Absent: Parrish

Motion carried.

Ordinance adopting the annual budget for the 2023-2024 Fiscal Year

Trustee Martin moved, Trustee Martinez seconded the motion to approve Ordinance 2023-17 adopting the annual budget for the 2023-2024 Fiscal Year

Ayes: Martinez, Thompson, White, Houchens, Martin

Nays: None

Absent: Parrish

Motion carried.

Resolution authorizing a professional services agreement with Robinson Engineering Ltd & Strand Engineering to conduct the alternative waste water study at a cost of $63,920 Trustee Thompson moved, Trustee Martin seconded the motion to approve Resolution 2023R-3483 authorizing a professional services agreement with Robinson Engineering and Strand Engineering

Ayes: Martinez, Thompson, White, Houchens, Martin

Nays: None

Absent: Parrish

Motion carried.

Resolution authorizing and approving an agreement with Ryan LLC for TIF Consulting Services (Phase Two TIF Redevelopment Plan & Services)

Trustee White moved, Trustee Martinez seconded the motion to approve Resolution 2023R-3484 authorizing and approving an agreement with Ryan LLC

Ayes: Martinez, White, Houchens, Martin

Nays: None

Present: Thompson

Absent: Parrish

Motion carried.

Resolution Authorizing Execution of a Collective Bargaining Agreement with the International Union of Operating Engineers, Local 150, Public Employee Division

Trustee Thompson moved, Trustee Martinez seconded the motion to approve Resolution 2023R-3485 pending attorney approval and signatures from both parties

Ayes: Martinez, Thompson, White, Houchens, Martin

Nays: None

Absent: Parrish

Motion carried.

Resolution Amending the Collective Bargaining Agreement between the Village of Minooka and the Metropolitan Alliance of Police Minooka Police Chapter #348

Trustee Thompson moved, Trustee Houchens seconded the motion to approve Resolution 2023R-3486 amending the Collective Bargaining Agreement with the Village of Minooka and the Metropolitan Alliance of Police

Ayes: Martinez, Thompson, White, Houchens, Martin

Nays: None

Absent: Parrish

Motion carried.

Ordinance Amending Title 3, Chapter 11 (Comprehensive Regulation of Tobacco Products) and Title 1 (Administration), Chapter 4 (General Penalty) Section 1-4-5 (Administrative Compliance Tickets)

Trustee Martinez moved, Trustee Martin seconded the motion to approve Ordinance 23-18 amending title 3, chapter 11 and title 1, chapter 4 section1-4-5

Ayes: Martinez, Thompson, White, Houchens, Martin

Nays: None

Absent: Parrish

Motion carried.

Ordinance Amending Title 5 (Zoning), Chapter 11 (Administration and Enforcement), Section 5-11- 6 (Variations) of the Village of Minooka Zoning Ordinance

Trustee Martinez, Trustee Martin seconded the motion to approve Ordinance 23-19 amending Title 5, Chapter 11, Section 5-11-6

Ayes: Martinez, Thompson, White, Houchens, Martin

Nays: None

Absent: Parrish

Motion carried.

Ordinance authorizing disposal of surplus property (computers)

Trustee Thompson moved, Trustee Houchens seconded the motion to approve Ordinance 23-20 authorizing the disposal of surplus property

Ayes: Martinez, Thompson, White, Houchens, Martin

Nays: None

Absent: Parrish

Motion carried.

Resolution approving agreement with Upland Design LTD. For Landscape Architectural services Trustee Houchens moved, Trustee White seconded the motion to approve Resolution 2023R-3487 approving agreement with Upland Design LTD.

Ayes: Martinez, Thompson, White, Houchens

Nays: Martin

Absent: Parrish

Motion carried.

Resolution authorizing blanket purchase for certain vendors FY 2023-2024 Trustee Thompson moved, Trustee Martinez seconded the motion to approve Resolution 2023R-3488 authorizing blanket purchase for certain vendors FY 2023-2024

Ayes: Martinez, Thompson, White, Houchens, Martin

Nays: None

Absent: Parrish

Motion carried.

Resolution waiving competitive bidding and authorizing blanket purchase orders for certain vendors FY 2023-2024

Trustee Thompson moved, Trustee Martinez seconded the motion to approve Resolution 2023R-3489 waiving competitive bidding and authorizing blanket purchase orders for certain vendors FY 2023-2024

Ayes: Martinez, Thompson, White, Houchens, Martin

Nays: None

Absent: Parrish

Motion carried.

Resolution approving pay request #1(FINAL) for Salt Conveyor-$80,836.49 Trustee Thompson moved, Trustee Martin seconded the motion to approve Resolution 2023R-3477 approving pay request #1 (FINAL) for Salt Conveyor

Ayes: Thompson, White, Martin

Nays: Houchens, Martinez

Absent: Parrish

Motion not carried.

Liquor Commission Report

Resolution approving Class E Liquor License-Aces Garage Bar & Grill, Multiple Dates Trustee Thompson moved, Trustee Houchens seconded the motion to approve Resolution 2023R-3490 approving Class E Liquor License

Ayes: Martinez, Thompson, White, Martin

Nays: None

Absent: Parrish

Present: Martin

Motion carried.

Resolution approving Class E Liquor License-Aces Garage Bar & Grill, Movie Night June 3, 2023

Trustee Thompson moved, Trustee Houchens seconded the motion to approve Resolution 2023R-3491 approving Class E Liquor License

Ayes: Martinez, Thompson, White, Martin

Nays: None

Absent: Parrish

Present: Martin

Motion carried.

Annexation Committee Report- The committee met at 5:00 p.m. prior to the Village Board Meeting. Executive Session-none

Action from Executive Session-none

As Appropriate- Administrator Duffy mentioned there will be another Annexation Meeting with Redwood. There is no draft at this time. Saturday is cleanup day. Duffy mentioned transferring the responsibility of water commission for finances as John Harrington’s last day will be May 10 and will need to transfer responsibilities until replacement is found. Trustee Thompson wanted to thank John Harrington for everything he has done for the Village.

Adjournment

Trustee Thompson moved, Trustee Martinez seconded the motion to adjourn.

All Ayes. Meeting adjourned at 7:05 p.m.

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