City of Rockford City Council met March 16.
Here is the minutes provided by the council:
I. CALL TO ORDER
Mayor McNamara called the meeting to order at 5:37 p.m.
A. Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance
B. Roll Call
| Attendee Name | Organization | Title | Status | Arrived |
| Tim Durkee | City of Rockford | Alderman | Present | |
| Tony Gasparini | City of Rockford | Alderman | Present | |
| Chad Tuneberg | City of Rockford | Alderman | Present | |
| Kevin Frost | City of Rockford | Alderman | Present | |
| Venita Hervey | City of Rockford | Alderman | Absent | |
| Natavias Ervins | City of Rockford | Alderman | Present | |
| Ann Thompson-Kelly | City of Rockford | Alderman | Absent | |
| Karen Hoffman | City of Rockford | Alderman | Present | |
| Bill Rose | City of Rockford | Alderman | Present | |
| Franklin C. Beach | City of Rockford | Alderman | Present | |
| Tuffy Quinonez | City of Rockford | Alderman | Present | |
| John C. Beck | City of Rockford | Alderman | Absent | |
| Linda McNeely | City of Rockford | Alderman | Late | 6:17 PM |
| Joseph Chiarelli | City of Rockford | Alderman | Present |
1. Journal of Proceedings for the City Council meeting held on March 2, 2020.
Alderman Beach moved to accept the Journal of Proceedings for the City Council meeting held on March 2, 2020, seconded by Alderman Durkee.
MOTION PREVAILED with a voice vote (Hervey, Aldermen ThompsonKelly and Beck were absent).
II. PROCLAMATIONS
There were no proclamations presented at this meeting.
III. PETITIONS AND COMMUNICATIONS
A. Planning and Development Committee
1. Memorandum from Jonathan Bell, Economic Development and Diversity Procurement Coordinator, regarding a Funding Agreement for Southwest Ideas for Today and Tomorrow (SWIFTT). Referred to Planning and Development Committee.
2. Memorandum from Jonathan Bell, Economic Development and Diversity Procurement Coordinator, regarding a Funding Agreement for River District. Referred to Planning and Development Committee.
3. Memorandum from Jonathan Bell, Economic Development and Diversity Procurement Coordinator, regarding a Funding Agreement for Miracle Mile Rockford. Referred to Planning and Development Committee.
4. Memorandum from Jonathan Bell, Economic Development and Diversity Procurement Coordinator, regarding a Funding Agreement for Midtown District. Referred to Planning and Development Committee.
5. Memorandum from Jonathan Bell, Economic Development and Diversity Procurement Coordinator, regarding the 2020 Allocation for the Impact Fund. Referred to Planning and Development Committee.
B. Code and Regulation Committee
1. Zoning Board of Appeals Agenda for the meeting to be held on March 17, 2020 and Minutes from that meeting for consideration at the Code and Regulation Committee meeting on March 23, 2020. Referred to Code and Regulation Committee.
2. Liquor and Tobacco Advisory Board Agenda for the meeting to be held on March 17, 2020 and Minutes from that meeting for consideration at the Code and Regulation Committee meeting on March 23, 2020. Referred to Code and Regulation Committee.
3. Memorandum from Martin Bloom, Project Manager-Permits and Special Events, regarding upcoming special events which include: Kentucky Derby Party, Miracle Mile Cruise and Car Show, Memorial Day Parade, Pride Kick-Off Party, Bite Nite, Swedish American State Street Mile and Head of the Rock Regatta. Referred to Code and Regulation Committee.
4. Memorandum from Lafakeria Vaughn, Assistant City Attorney, regarding the Jurisdictional Boundary Line Agreement by and between the Village of Machesney Park and City of Rockford. Referred to Code and Regulation Committee.
C. Finance and Personnel Committee
1. Memorandum from Carrie Hagerty, Finance Director, regarding the 2019 Supplemental Appropriation Ordinance. Referred to Finance and Personnel Committee.
2. Memorandum from Jennifer Cacciapaglia, Mayor's Office of Domestic Violence and Human Trafficking Prevention, regarding the acceptance of the ICJIA Violence Prevention and Street Intervention Program (VP-SIP) Grant Award. Referred to Finance and Personnel Committee.
3. Memorandum from Kyle Saunders, Public Works Director, regarding the consideration of a Marketing Agreement for Service Line Warranty Coverage with Utility Service Partners Inc. (USP). Referred to Finance and Personnel Committee.
4. Memorandum from Jeremy Carter, City Traffic Engineer, regarding an Application for Better Utilizing Investment to Leverage Development (BUILD) Grant - Jefferson Street and Chestnut Street / Walnut Street / 1st Avenue. Referred to Finance and Personnel Committee.
5. Memorandum from Carrie Hagerty, Finance Director, regarding a Line of Credit Extension with Associated Bank. Referred to Finance and Personnel Committee.
6. Memorandum from Fire Chief Derek Bergsten regarding the approval of Emergency Triage, Treat and Transport (ET3) Model Orientation Program. Referred to Finance and Personnel Committee.
IV. PUBLIC SPEAKERS
1. Prophet Yusef of Rockford, Illinois recited scripture and spoke about the physical benefits of garlic and how it has been used to treat infections.
2. Brendalyn Langdon of Rockford, Illinois shared her frustrations regarding a DUI arrest that was made in front of her home.
3. John Tac Brantley of Rockford, Illinois recited a scripture and shared his feeling regarding the COVID-19 virus.
V. NEW COMMITTEE REPORTS
A. Planning and Development Committee
B. Code and Regulation Committee
1. Committee recommends sustaining the Liquor and Tobacco Advisory Board's approval for the Sale of Tobacco Products in conjunction with a convenience store in a C-2, Limited Commercial Zoning District at 2209 North Main Street (Mohammed Abdulrap/North Main Convenience Store Inc./Applicant). Subject to conditions. The Legal Director shall prepare the appropriate ordinance.
RESULT: HELD OUT Next: 4/6/2020 5:45 PM
2. 2020-104-CR - Committee recommends approval of the final plat of Love's Rockford Subdivision.
Alderman Chiarelli, on behalf of the Code and Regulation Committee, read in the committee report and placed it up for passage.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
AYES: Durkee, Gasparini, Tuneberg, Frost, Ervins, Hoffman, Rose, Beach, Quinonez, Chiarelli
ABSENT: Venita Hervey, Ann Thompson-Kelly, John C. Beck, Linda McNeely
3. 2020-105-CR - Committee recommends denial of the request for modification of an existing Liquor License to add one (1) additional video gaming terminal at Spinning Slots Inc. dba Spinning Slots – 1625 Sandy Hollow Road.
Alderman Chiarelli, on behalf of the Code and Regulation Committee, read in the committee report and placed it up for passage.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
AYES: Durkee, Gasparini, Tuneberg, Frost, Ervins, Hoffman, Rose,
Beach, Quinonez, Chiarelli
ABSENT: Venita Hervey, Ann Thompson-Kelly, John C. Beck, Linda McNeely
4. Committee recommends denial of the request for modification of an existing Liquor License to add one (1) additional video gaming terminal at Ross-Pearson Post No. 5149, Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States-120906443 dba Ross Pearson VFW 5149 – 922 7th Street.
RESULT: HELD OUT Next: 4/6/2020 5:45 PM
5. 2020-106-CR - Committee recommends approval of the request for modification of an existing Liquor License to add one (1) additional video gaming terminal at Illinois Café & Service Company, LLC d/b/a Dotty’s – 318 North Alpine Road. The Legal Director shall prepare the appropriate ordinance.
Alderman Chiarelli, on behalf of the Code and Regulation Committee, read in the committee report and placed it up for passage.
RESULT: ADOPTED [6 TO 4]
AYES: Gasparini, Tuneberg, Frost, Hoffman, Quinonez, Chiarelli
NAYS: Tim Durkee, Natavias Ervins, Bill Rose, Franklin C. Beach
ABSENT: Venita Hervey, Ann Thompson-Kelly, John C. Beck, Linda McNeely
C. Finance and Personnel Committee
1. 2020-107-CR - Committee recommends approval of the vouchers in the amount of $4,882,888.77 as approved at the Finance and Personnel Committee meeting on March 9, 2020.
Alderman Frost, on behalf of the Finance and Personnel Committee, read in the committee report and placed it up for passage.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
AYES: Durkee, Gasparini, Tuneberg, Frost, Ervins, Hoffman, Rose, Beach, Quinonez, Chiarelli
ABSENT: Venita Hervey, Ann Thompson-Kelly, John C. Beck, Linda McNeely
2. 2020-108-CR - Committee recommends approval of the revisions to the Water Billing Ordinance. The changes do not affect the rates or how they are applied; they serve to memorialize current practices and provide sufficient clarity to staff and customers. The Legal Director shall prepare the appropriate ordinance.
Alderman Frost, on behalf of the Finance and Personnel Committee, read in the committee report and placed it up for passage.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
AYES: Durkee, Gasparini, Tuneberg, Frost, Ervins, Hoffman, Rose, Beach, Quinonez, Chiarelli
ABSENT: Venita Hervey, Ann Thompson-Kelly, John C. Beck, Linda McNeely
3. 2020-109-CR - Committee recommends approval of the amendment to the Intergovernmental Agreement between the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) and the City of Rockford for Traffic Signal Maintenance on State Routes. The Legal Director shall prepare the appropriate ordinance.
Alderman Frost, on behalf of the Finance and Personnel Committee, read in the committee report and placed it up for passage.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
AYES: Durkee, Gasparini, Tuneberg, Frost, Ervins, Hoffman, Rose, Beach, Quinonez, Chiarelli
ABSENT: Venita Hervey, Ann Thompson-Kelly, John C. Beck, Linda McNeely
4. 2020-110-CR - Intergovernmental Agreement among the City of Rockford, Winnebago County, Illinois, a municipality of the State of Illinois (the "City"), the Rockford Mass Transit District, Winnebago County, Illinois, a unit of local government of the State of Illinois (the "District"), and Rockford Bank & Trust, Co., (the "Bank") Rockford, Illinois, for the Guarantee of a $1,500,000.00 line of credit annually to fund district operations.
Alderman Frost, on behalf of the Finance and Personnel Committee, read in the committee report and placed it up for passage.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
AYES: Durkee, Gasparini, Tuneberg, Frost, Ervins, Hoffman, Rose, Beach, Quinonez, Chiarelli
ABSENT: Venita Hervey, Ann Thompson-Kelly, John C. Beck, Linda McNeely
VI. OFFICERS REPORTS
A. Mayor McNamara
Mayor McNamara mentioned that due to the COVID-19 pandemic and the new requirements and guidelines handed down from the Federal and State Government, the City Council and Committee meetings previously scheduled for March 23, 2020 and March 30, 2020 have been cancelled. He announced the next City Council meeting would take place on Monday, April 6, 2020. Mayor McNamara indicated there is a possibility they may schedule the committee meetings to take place prior to the City Council meeting on April 6, 2020. He informed the council members that the tour of the Embassy Suites which was scheduled for March 30, 2020 has been cancelled as well.
Mayor McNamara directed the council members and residents that have questions concerning COVID-19 to contact 815-319-6705 for more information. He indicated additional information can be found at COVID19@wchd.com and on the City of Rockford website. He urged residents to follow reliable sources of information.
Alderman Durkee replied and encouraged citizens to visit cdc.gov for reliable information regarding the COVID-19 virus.
Mayor McNamara provided a summary of the steps the City of Rockford has taken to ensure the health of city employees and to provide essential services to area residents during this time. He stated those steps include a new Temporary Emergency Paid Sick Leave Policy for employees that need to self-quarantine for 14 consecutive days, implemented a Telecommuting Policy to allow city employees to work from home, a temporary halt to water disconnections for residents and businesses and waiving a one- time electronic payment fee and a one-time phone payment fee in an effort to encourage residents to pay their your bills online or by phone.
Finance Director Carrie Hagerty clarified that the existing electronic bill fee has not been waived. She explained the convenience fees for a one- time online payment and one-time phone payment have been waived through April 3, 2020.
Mayor McNamara reminded residents that tomorrow is Election Day and he encouraged everyone to get out and vote. He indicated the election judges would be disinfecting the voting booths and pens and he informed Rockford residents they would be allowed to use their own black ballpoint pens if they choose. He announced there had been two polling location changes. He advised all residents that usually vote at Fairhaven to report to Rockford Lutheran High School and the residents that normally vote at Spring Ridge Senior Living to report to the East Branch of the Rockford Public Library at East State Street and Perryville Road.
Mayor McNamara announced that full services would be offered at the Rockford Public Library locations through Tuesday, March 17, 2020 at 8:00 p.m. and then remote services only would be offered beginning on Wednesday, March 18, 2020 at 9:00 a.m. He indicated that library staff would remain on site and would be available to provide services by phone or email. He mentioned all events and classes at the Rockford Public Library locations have been cancelled as of Wednesday, March 18, 2020.
Mayor McNamara spoke regarding Governor Pritzker's announcement yesterday to shut down the in-house dining restaurants, bars and gaming parlors. He shared his feelings about the hardship this has caused our local businesses and he explained the steps the City of Rockford has taken to help during this difficult time. Mayor McNamara encouraged citizens to patronize local business establishments by using delivery or curb side pick-up and purchasing gift cards.
Mayor McNamara indicated that city staff has worked with Rockford Local Development Corporation to create a process for small businesses that have a loan with the Rockford Local Development Corporation to defer loan payments during this time. He mentioned he has asked other financial institutions to consider programs that will also help small businesses.
Mayor McNamara indicated the City of Rockford is working to defer liquor licenses renewal fees for bars and restaurants for a period of at least 60 days. Mayor McNamara reported that license holders would still need to submit their paperwork by April 30, 2020 but payment of fees would be deferred. He shared he has been working with both State and Federal partners about other programs that may provide relief for small businesses as well as their employees during this uncertain time.
Mayor McNamara expressed his appreciation to city staff for their amazing work during these unprecedented times. He stated nearly everything the city does on a day to day basis has changed and they are having to create new policies and procedures to make sure that city services continue. He thanked the council members for their patience and support and stated he would try to keep them updated as quickly as possible.
B. Alderman Hoffman
Alderman Hoffman inquired as to when Mayor McNamara would be giving updates and televised press conferences.
Mayor McNamara indicated they are trying to coordinate regular updates and once that schedule has been finalized he would immediately inform the council members. He mentioned he believed the updates would take place on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays. He directed citizens to continue to check the City of Rockford social media pages for further updates.
C. Alderman Tuneberg
Alderman Tuneberg expressed his appreciation to Mayor McNamara for his work with the small business owners in this community. He encouraged local banking institutions to do what they can to assist small businesses in our community during this time of uncertainty. He urged residents to support local restaurants that are offering curbside pick-up, delivery or carry out.
VII. APPOINTMENTS LAID OVER
1. Appointment of Jessica Wilson to the Rockford Housing Authority Board to serve a five-year term expiring March 2025. This appointment will replace Ken Oliver. (Pursuant to Rule 18, this appointment will be up for passage on April 1, 2020.)
Mayor McNamara read in the appointment. Alderman Beach moved to suspend Rule 18, seconded by Alderman Chiarelli. MOTION PREVAILED with unanimous voice vote (Alderman Hoffman abstained and Aldermen Hervey, Thompson-Kelly and Beck were absent). The appointment was then placed up for passage.
RESULT: APPROVED [9 TO 0]
AYES: Durkee, Gasparini, Tuneberg, Frost, Ervins, Rose, Beach, Quinonez, Chiarelli
ABSTAIN: Karen Hoffman
ABSENT: Venita Hervey, Ann Thompson-Kelly, John C. Beck, Linda McNeely
VIII. MOTIONS AND RESOLUTIONS
A. Planning and Development Committee
B. Code and Regulation Committee
1. 2020-50-R - Authorization to allow the Zoning Officer to file Text Amendments for the following:
22-003 Floor Area Ratio for C-4 District
22-004 Density for C-4 District
40-002-F Outside Parking of Vehicles in Residential Districts
40-002-M M Solar Collectors (Freestanding, Transmission Lines, Abandonment)
51-010 Murals (Add as Special Use in C-2 and C-3)
71-003 Violation Penalties
Appendix A: Recommended Plant Species – Delete Ash Trees
Alderman Chiarelli, on behalf of the Code and Regulation Committee, read in the resolution and placed it up for passage.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
AYES: Durkee, Gasparini, Tuneberg, Frost, Ervins, Hoffman, Rose, Beach, Quinonez, Chiarelli
ABSENT: Venita Hervey, Ann Thompson-Kelly, John C. Beck, Linda McNeely
2. 2020-51-R - Heritage Run
This event is scheduled for April 26, 2020 from Noon to 4:00 p.m. The run will start at Wyman Street between State Street and Elm Street and will end on Elm Street.
Alderman Chiarelli, on behalf of the Code and Regulation Committee, read in the resolution and placed it up for passage.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
AYES: Durkee, Gasparini, Tuneberg, Frost, Ervins, Hoffman, Rose, Beach, Quinonez, Chiarelli
ABSENT: Venita Hervey, Ann Thompson-Kelly, John C. Beck, Linda McNeely
3. 2020-52-R - Rockford City Market
This event is scheduled for every Friday starting on May 15, 2020 and ending on September 25, 2020. The hours are as follows:
May 15th – Sept 4th 3:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Sept 11th – Sept 25th 3:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Special Request for July 3rd 3:30 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
The Market will take place at the City Market Pavilion, which is located in the area of Water Street and Market Street.
Alderman Chiarelli, on behalf of the Code and Regulation Committee, read in the resolution and placed it up for passage.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
AYES: Durkee, Gasparini, Tuneberg, Frost, Ervins, Hoffman, Rose, Beach, Quinonez, Chiarelli
ABSENT: Venita Hervey, Ann Thompson-Kelly, John C. Beck, Linda McNeely
4. 2020-53-R - North End City Market
This event is scheduled for every Saturday starting on May 16, 2020 and ending October 31, 2020 from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. The market will be located in Lot 33 at Myott Avenue and Toner Avenue.
Alderman Chiarelli, on behalf of the Code and Regulation Committee, read in the resolution and placed it up for passage.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
AYES: Durkee, Gasparini, Tuneberg, Frost, Ervins, Hoffman, Rose, Beach, Quinonez, Chiarelli
ABSENT: Venita Hervey, Ann Thompson-Kelly, John C. Beck, Linda McNeely
5. 2020-54-R - RPS 2.05 Fun Run and IDOT Resolution
This event is scheduled for May 23, 2020 from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. The run begins and ends at North Water Street and East State Street.
Alderman Chiarelli, on behalf of the Code and Regulation Committee, read in the resolution and placed it up for passage.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
AYES: Durkee, Gasparini, Tuneberg, Frost, Ervins, Hoffman, Rose, Beach, Quinonez, Chiarelli
ABSENT: Venita Hervey, Ann Thompson-Kelly, John C. Beck, Linda McNeely
6. 2020-55-R - Lifescape 4th of July Run
This event is scheduled for July 4, 2020 from 6:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. The run begins and ends on North Madison Street at Lower Jefferson Street, utilizing the Rock River Recreational Path.
Alderman Chiarelli, on behalf of the Code and Regulation Committee, read in the resolution and placed it up for passage.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
AYES: Durkee, Gasparini, Tuneberg, Frost, Ervins, Hoffman, Rose, Beach, Quinonez, Chiarelli
ABSENT: Venita Hervey, Ann Thompson-Kelly, John C. Beck, Linda McNeely
C. Finance and Personnel Committee
1. 2020-56-R - Award of Bid: Police Vehicle Equipment and Installation for 29 police vehicles to Ultra Strobe Communications Inc., of Crystal Lake, Illinois for a contract amount of $219,150.00. The funding source is Capital Lease Funds.
Alderman Frost, on behalf of the Finance and Personnel Committee, read in the resolution and placed it up for passage.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
AYES: Durkee, Gasparini, Tuneberg, Frost, Ervins, Hoffman, Rose, Beach, Quinonez, McNeely, Chiarelli
ABSENT: Venita Hervey, Ann Thompson-Kelly, John C. Beck
2. 2020-57-R - Award of Bid: Water Quality Testing to PDC Laboratories, Inc., of Peoria, Illinois for an estimated annual contract value of $50,000.00, based on unit pricing. The contract duration is through June 30, 2020 with two (2) one-year extensions. The funding source is Water Operating Budget.
Alderman Frost, on behalf of the Finance and Personnel Committee, read in the resolution and placed it up for passage.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
AYES: Durkee, Gasparini, Tuneberg, Frost, Ervins, Hoffman, Rose, Beach, Quinonez, McNeely, Chiarelli
ABSENT: Venita Hervey, Ann Thompson-Kelly, John C. Beck
3. 2020-58-R - Award of Bid: Riverside Tower Rehabilitation to Maxcor, Inc., of New Lenox, Illinois in the amount of $999,440.00. The project will be completed by December 1, 2020. The funding source is Water Replacement Improvement Account (WRIA).
Alderman Frost, on behalf of the Finance and Personnel Committee, read in the resolution and placed it up for passage.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
AYES: Durkee, Gasparini, Tuneberg, Frost, Ervins, Hoffman, Rose, Beach, Quinonez, McNeely, Chiarelli
ABSENT: Venita Hervey, Ann Thompson-Kelly, John C. Beck
4. 2020-59-R - Change Order: Submersible Pump Services to Layne
Christensen Water Resources
Original contract $475,000.00
Additional amount $300,000.00
Total amended contract $775,000.00
The funding source is Water Division Capital Budget.
Alderman Frost, on behalf of the Finance and Personnel Committee, read in the resolution and placed it up for passage.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
AYES: Durkee, Gasparini, Tuneberg, Frost, Ervins, Hoffman, Rose, Beach, Quinonez, McNeely, Chiarelli
ABSENT: Venita Hervey, Ann Thompson-Kelly, John C. Beck
5. 2020-60-R - Award of Joint Purchasing Contract: Furniture & Equipment for Police Department Shepherd Trail Facility for an amount not-toexceed $150,000.00. The contract duration is through December 31, 2020. The funding source is Bond Proceeds.
Alderman Frost, on behalf of the Finance and Personnel Committee, read in the resolution and placed it up for passage.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
AYES: Durkee, Gasparini, Tuneberg, Frost, Ervins, Hoffman, Rose, Beach, Quinonez, McNeely, Chiarelli
ABSENT: Venita Hervey, Ann Thompson-Kelly, John C. Beck
6. 2020-61-R - Resolution for Improvement under the Illinois Highway Code - Highcrest Road from Spring Creek Road to Alpine Road for preliminary engineering services for a report proposing the installation of off-street bicycle facilities in the amount of $200,000.00. The funding source is Motor Fuel Tax Funds.
Alderman Frost, on behalf of the Finance and Personnel Committee, read in the resolution and placed it up for passage.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
AYES: Durkee, Gasparini, Tuneberg, Frost, Ervins, Hoffman, Rose, Beach, Quinonez, McNeely, Chiarelli
ABSENT: Venita Hervey, Ann Thompson-Kelly, John C. Beck
7. 2020-62-R - Resolution for Improvement under the Illinois Highway Code - Parkview Avenue from University of Illinois Campus Extension to Anderson Gardens as well as a multi-use path between Parkview Drive and Highcrest Road for preliminary engineering services in the amount of $100,000.00. The funding source is Motor Fuel Tax Funds.
Alderman Frost, on behalf of the Finance and Personnel Committee, read in the resolution and placed it up for passage.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
AYES: Durkee, Gasparini, Tuneberg, Frost, Ervins, Hoffman, Rose, Beach, Quinonez, McNeely, Chiarelli
ABSENT: Venita Hervey, Ann Thompson-Kelly, John C. Beck
8. 2020-63-R - Award of Engineering Agreement: Highcrest Road Multi-Use Path Phase 1 Design to Fehr Graham, of Rockford, Illinois in the amount of $123,050.00. Completion is scheduled for 2021. The funding source is Motor Fuel Tax Funds.
Alderman Frost, on behalf of the Finance and Personnel Committee, read in the resolution and placed it up for passage.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
AYES: Durkee, Gasparini, Tuneberg, Frost, Ervins, Hoffman, Rose, Beach, Quinonez, McNeely, Chiarelli
ABSENT: Venita Hervey, Ann Thompson-Kelly, John C. Beck
9. 2020-64-R - Award of Engineering Agreement: Parkview Avenue Sidewalk Phase 1 Design to Fehr Graham, of Rockford, Illinois in the amount of $69,500.00. Completion is scheduled for 2021. The funding source is Motor Fuel Tax Funds.
Alderman Frost, on behalf of the Finance and Personnel Committee, read in the resolution and placed it up for passage.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
AYES: Durkee, Gasparini, Tuneberg, Frost, Ervins, Hoffman, Rose, Beach, Quinonez, McNeely, Chiarelli
ABSENT: Venita Hervey, Ann Thompson-Kelly, John C. Beck
10. 2020-65-R - Award of Engineering Agreement: Charles Street Rehabilitation Phase 1 Engineering to Chastain & Associates, LLC, of Rockford, Illinois in the amount of $143,800.00. The contract duration is 2020 through 2021. The funding source is Sales Tax.
Alderman Frost, on behalf of the Finance and Personnel Committee, read in the resolution and placed it up for passage.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
AYES: Durkee, Gasparini, Tuneberg, Frost, Ervins, Hoffman, Rose, Beach, Quinonez, McNeely, Chiarelli
ABSENT: Venita Hervey, Ann Thompson-Kelly, John C. Beck
11. 2020-66-R - Resolution authorizing the Central Services Manager to execute a contract for Street Lighting and Well Pumping Electric Supply.
Alderman Frost, on behalf of the Finance and Personnel Committee, read in the resolution and placed it up for passage.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
AYES: Durkee, Gasparini, Tuneberg, Frost, Ervins, Hoffman, Rose,
Beach, Quinonez, McNeely, Chiarelli
ABSENT: Venita Hervey, Ann Thompson-Kelly, John C. Beck
12. 2020-67-R - Approval of Acceptance of an Illinois Census 2020 SubAward Grant in the amount of $160,590.00. This grant will help educate and communicate the importance of the 2020 Census to Rockford-area residents.
Alderman Frost, on behalf of the Finance and Personnel Committee, read in the resolution and placed it up for passage.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
AYES: Durkee, Gasparini, Tuneberg, Frost, Ervins, Hoffman, Rose,
Beach, Quinonez, McNeely, Chiarelli
ABSENT: Venita Hervey, Ann Thompson-Kelly, John C. Beck
13. 2020-68-R - Award of Bid: 2020 Demolition Package #12 to Northern Illinois Service Company, of Rockford, Illinois in the amount of $159,800.00. The contract duration is 45 days. The funding source is East State/Alpine TIF.
Alderman Frost, on behalf of the Finance and Personnel Committee, read in the resolution and placed it up for passage.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
AYES: Durkee, Gasparini, Tuneberg, Frost, Ervins, Hoffman, Rose, Beach, Quinonez, McNeely, Chiarelli
ABSENT: Venita Hervey, Ann Thompson-Kelly, John C. Beck
IX. NEW BUSINESS (ORDINANCES)
A. Planning and Development Committee
B. Code and Regulation Committee
1. An ordinance approving the Sale of Tobacco Products in conjunction with a convenience store in a C-2, Limited Commercial Zoning District at 2209 North Main Street (Mohammed Abdulrap/North Main Convenience Store, Inc./Applicant).
RESULT: HELD OUT Next: 4/6/2020 5:45 PM
2. 2020-102-O - An ordinance approving the request for modification of an existing Liquor License to add one (1) additional video gaming terminal at Illinois Café & Service Company, LLC d/b/a Dotty’s – 318 North Alpine Road.
Alderman Chiarelli, on behalf of the Code and Regulation Committee, read in the ordinance and placed it up for passage.
RESULT: ADOPTED [8 TO 4]
AYES: Gasparini, Tuneberg, Frost, Hoffman, Quinonez, McNeely, Chiarelli, McNamara
NAYS: Tim Durkee, Natavias Ervins, Bill Rose, Franklin C. Beach
ABSENT: Venita Hervey, Ann Thompson-Kelly, John C. Beck
C. Finance and Personnel Committee
1. 2020-103-O - An ordinance approving the revisions to the Water Billing Ordinance. The changes do not affect the rates or how they are applied; they serve to memorialize current practices and provide sufficient clarity to staff and customers. Alderman Frost, on behalf of the Finance and Personnel Committee, read in the ordinance and placed it up for passage.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
AYES: Durkee, Gasparini, Tuneberg, Frost, Ervins, Hoffman, Rose, Beach, Quinonez, McNeely, Chiarelli
ABSENT: Venita Hervey, Ann Thompson-Kelly, John C. Beck
2. 2020-104-O - An ordinance approving the amendment to the Intergovernmental Agreement between the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) and the City of Rockford for traffic signal maintenance on State routes.
Alderman Frost, on behalf of the Finance and Personnel Committee, read in the ordinance and placed it up for passage.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
AYES: Durkee, Gasparini, Tuneberg, Frost, Ervins, Hoffman, Rose, Beach, Quinonez, McNeely, Chiarelli
ABSENT: Venita Hervey, Ann Thompson-Kelly, John C. Beck
3. 2020-105-O - An ordinance approving an Intergovernmental Agreement among the City of Rockford, Winnebago County, Illinois, a municipality of the State of Illinois (the "City"), the Rockford Mass Transit District,
Winnebago County, Illinois, a unit of local government of the State of Illinois (the "District"), and Rockford Bank & Trust, Co., (the "Bank") Rockford, Illinois, for the Guarantee of a $1,500,000.00 line of credit annually to fund district operations.
Alderman Frost, on behalf of the Finance and Personnel Committee, read in the ordinance and placed it up for passage.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
AYES: Durkee, Gasparini, Tuneberg, Frost, Ervins, Hoffman, Rose, Beach, Quinonez, McNeely, Chiarelli
ABSENT: Venita Hervey, Ann Thompson-Kelly, John C. Beck
X. CLOSED SESSION
1. Motion to Convene into Closed Session in order to discuss Pending Litigation matters.
The Motion to Convene into Closed Session was not made and the meeting did not convene into Closed Session.
XI. ADJOURNMENT
The meeting was closed at 6:23 p.m.
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