City of Rockford City Council met April 6.
Here is the minutes provided by the council:
I. CALL TO ORDER
Mayor McNamara called the meeting to order at 6:20 p.m. The meeting was held via teleconference.
A. 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 | Present | |
| Natavias Ervins | City of Rockford | Alderman | Absent | |
| Ann Thompson-Kelly | City of Rockford | Alderman | Present | |
| 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 | Present | |
| Joseph Chiarelli | City of Rockford | Alderman | Present |
Alderman Ervins was present during the teleconferenced meeting but had technical difficulties and was unable to participate. He advised he would have voted in favor of all items on the agenda.
B. Acceptance of the Journal
1. Journal of Proceedings for the City Council meeting held on March 16, 2020.
Alderman Beach moved to accept the Journal of Proceedings for the City Council meeting held on March 16, 2020, seconded by Alderman Hervey.
MOTION PREVAILED with a voice vote (Aldermen Ervins and Beck were absent).
II. PROCLAMATIONS
There were no proclamations presented at this meeting.
III. PETITIONS AND COMMUNICATIONS
A. Planning and Development Committee
B. Code and Regulation Committee
1. Memorandum from Lafakeria Vaughn, Assistant City Attorney, regarding the proposed Amendments to Section 117-5 of the City of Rockford Code of Ordinances - "Posting Handbills, other advertising," to allow advertising on RMTD bus shelters. Referred to Code and Regulation Committee.
C. Finance and Personnel Committee
1. Memorandum from Fire Chief Derek Bergsten regarding the Intergovernmental Agreement for Dispatching Emergency Services between Rock Valley Community College District 511 and the City of Rockford E-911. Referred to Finance and Personnel Committee.
2. Memorandum from Angela Hammer, City Attorney, regarding the Intergovernmental Agreement for Police Services with Rockford Housing Authority (RHA). Referred to Finance and Personnel Committee.
3. Memorandum from Carrie Hagerty, Finance Director, regarding the 2020 bond sale. Referred to Finance and Personnel Committee.
IV. PUBLIC SPEAKERS
1. John Tac Brantley - Legal Director Nicholas Meyer read in a statement from John Tac Brantley.
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.
Alderman Chiarelli, on behalf of the Code and Regulation Committee, requested that this item be held out.
RESULT: HELD OUT Next: 4/20/2020 5:30 PM
2. 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.
Alderman Chiarelli, on behalf of the Code and Regulation Committee, requested that this item be held out.
RESULT: HELD OUT Next: 4/20/2020 5:30 PM
3. Kilburn Avenue and Parkside Avenue
Traffic Commission recommends approval to establish “No Parking Any Time” on the east side of Kilburn Avenue from 125 feet south of Parkside Avenue to 350 feet south of Parkside Avenue, thus repealing the existing restriction “No Parking Any Time” on the east side of Kilburn Avenue from 160 feet south of Parkside Avenue to 240 feet south of Parkside Avenue
Alderman Chiarelli, on behalf of the Code and Regulation Committee, read in the committee report and placed it up for passage. Alderman
McNeely made a motion to lay this item over, seconded by Alderman Chiarelli. MOTION PREVAILED with a unanimous voice vote (Aldermen Ervins and Beck were absent).
RESULT: LAID OVER Next: 4/20/2020 5:30 PM
4. 2020-114-CR - Linden Road and Alpine Road
Traffic Commission recommends approval to establish a 45 mph Speed Limit on Linden Road from North Alpine Road east to City Limits
Alderman Chiarelli, on behalf of the Code and Regulation Committee, read in the committee report and placed it up for passage. The Legal Director shall prepare the appropriate ordinance.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
AYES: Durkee, Gasparini, Tuneberg, Frost, Hervey, Thompson-Kelly, Hoffman, Rose, Beach, Quinonez, McNeely, Chiarelli
ABSENT: Natavias Ervins, John C. Beck
5. 2020-115-CR - Warren Boulevard and Ridgeland Road Traffic Commission recommends approval that traffic on Warren Boulevard be required to yield to traffic on Ridgeland Road
Alderman Chiarelli, on behalf of the Code and Regulation Committee, read in the committee report and placed it up for passage. The Legal Director shall prepare the appropriate ordinance.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
AYES: Durkee, Gasparini, Tuneberg, Frost, Hervey, Thompson-Kelly, Hoffman, Rose, Beach, Quinonez, McNeely, Chiarelli
ABSENT: Natavias Ervins, John C. Beck
6. 2020-116-CR - No Action
Traffic Commission recommends that “No Action” be taken for the request to establish traffic control at the intersection of Warren Boulevard and Raisemore 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, Hervey, Thompson-Kelly, Hoffman, Rose, Beach, Quinonez, McNeely, Chiarelli
ABSENT: Natavias Ervins, John C. Beck
C. Finance and Personnel Committee
1. 2020-117-CR - Vouchers in the amount of $10,353,322.70
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, Hervey, Thompson-Kelly, Hoffman, Rose, Beach, Quinonez, McNeely, Chiarelli
ABSENT: Natavias Ervins, John C. Beck
2. 2020-119-CR - Approval of Emergency Triage, Treat and Transport (ET3) Model Orientation Program. 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, Hervey, Thompson-Kelly, Hoffman, Rose, Beach, Quinonez, McNeely, Chiarelli
ABSENT: Natavias Ervins, John C. Beck
3. 2020-118-CR - Approval of Tax-Exempt Lease for 30 Police Vehicles and Outfitting to PNC Equipment Finance, of Columbus, Ohio for a lease rate of 2.742%. The annual payments will be $205,680.40 for a term of seven (7) years. The total amount financed is $1,439,762.80. The funding source is Police Department Operating Budget for 2020. 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, Hervey, Thompson-Kelly, Hoffman, Rose, Beach, Quinonez, McNeely, Chiarelli
ABSENT: Natavias Ervins, John C. Beck
4. 2020-120-CR - Approval of 2019 Supplemental Appropriation Ordinance.
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, Hervey, Thompson-Kelly, Hoffman, Rose, Beach, Quinonez, McNeely, Chiarelli
ABSENT: Natavias Ervins, John C. Beck
5. 2020-121-CR - Approval of an Ordinance of the City of Rockford, Illinois authorizing the City to Execute a Loan Agreement and Taxable General Obligation Promissory Note Series 2018, Second Modification Agreement in the amount of $12,000,000 with Associated Bank, National Association. 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, Hervey, Thompson-Kelly, Hoffman, Rose, Beach, Quinonez, McNeely, Chiarelli
ABSENT: Natavias Ervins, John C. Beck
VI. MOTIONS AND RESOLUTIONS
A. Planning and Development Committee
B. Code and Regulation Committee
1. 2020-71-R - Kentucky Derby
This event was originally scheduled for May 1st, May 2nd and May 3rd.
Because of the pandemic, the organizers have requested that the event take place on the following dates at the following times:
Friday, September 4th 4 p.m. – 9 p.m.
Saturday, September 5th 9 a.m. – 9 p.m.
Sunday, September 6th 9 a.m. – 9 p.m.
The event will take place on the grounds of Don Carter Lanes located at 4007 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, Hervey, Thompson-Kelly, Hoffman, Rose, Beach, Quinonez, McNeely, Chiarelli
ABSENT: Natavias Ervins, John C. Beck
2. 2020-72-R - Miracle Mile Rockford Cruise & Car Show
This event is scheduled for Saturday, May 23rd from 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. The event will take place in the parking lot located at 4007 East State Street (Don Carter Lanes). Cars will line up at the Rockford Speedway located at 9572 Forest Hills Road, Loves Park, Illinois, and cruise to Don Carter/former CVS parking lot.
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, Hervey, Thompson-Kelly, Hoffman, Rose, Beach, Quinonez, McNeely, Chiarelli
ABSENT: Natavias Ervins, John C. Beck
3. 2020-73-R - Memorial Day Parade
This event is scheduled for Monday, May 25th from 8 a.m. – Noon. The parade steps off at 9 a.m. The traditional parade route will begin at 7th Street at 5th Avenue ending at Memorial Hall on the Wyman Street side
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, Hervey, Thompson-Kelly, Hoffman, Rose, Beach, Quinonez, McNeely, Chiarelli
ABSENT: Natavias Ervins, John C. Beck
4. 2020-74-R - 2020 Rockford Pride Kick-Off Party
This event is scheduled for Saturday, June 6th from 2 p.m. – 10 p.m. The event will take place in the alley adjacent to 513 East State Street (The Office).
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, Hervey, Thompson-Kelly, Hoffman, Rose, Beach, Quinonez, McNeely, Chiarelli
ABSENT: Natavias Ervins, John C. Beck
5. 2020-75-R - Rockford Bite Nite at City Market Pavilion
This event is scheduled for Saturday, June 27th from 2 p.m. – 8 p.m. The event will take place on Water Street between East State Street and Short Jefferson; Market Street between Water Street and the railroad tracks at the City Market Pavilion
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, Hervey, Thompson-Kelly, Hoffman, Rose, Beach, Quinonez, McNeely, Chiarelli
ABSENT: Natavias Ervins, John C. Beck
6. 2020-76-R - Swedish American State Street Mile
This event is scheduled for Saturday, August 1st from 4:45 p.m. – 8 p.m.
The one-mile run will start at 1500 East State Street near Prospect Street and will end at Water 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, Hervey, Thompson-Kelly, Hoffman, Rose, Beach, Quinonez, McNeely, Chiarelli
ABSENT: Natavias Ervins, John C. Beck
7. 2020-77-R - Head of the Rock Regatta
This event is scheduled for Sunday, October 11th from 7 a.m. – 4 p.m.
The event will take place on 200 Y Blvd, along the Rock River 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, Hervey, Thompson-Kelly, Hoffman, Rose, Beach, Quinonez, McNeely, Chiarelli
ABSENT: Natavias Ervins, John C. Beck
C. Finance and Personnel Committee
1. 2020-78-R - Award of Bid: Charles Street & 10th Street Traffic Signals 2020 to Engel Electric Company, of Sterling, Illinois in the amount of $329,964.87. The project is estimated to be completed on October 16, 2020. 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, Hervey, Thompson-Kelly, Hoffman, Rose, Beach, Quinonez, McNeely, Chiarelli
ABSENT: Natavias Ervins, John C. Beck
2. 2020-79-R - Award of Bid: City-Wide Sidewalk & ADA Repairs
Package #1 2020 to Miranda Concrete, of Rockford, Illinois in the amount of $28,295.00. The project is estimated to be completed on May 15, 2020.
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, Hervey, Thompson-Kelly, Hoffman, Rose, Beach, Quinonez, McNeely, Chiarelli
ABSENT: Natavias Ervins, John C. Beck
3. Award of Bid: City-Wide Street Repairs Group 2-2020 to William Charles Construction of Rockford, Illinois in the amount of $2,073,340.68. The funding source is Sales Tax.
This item was held out at the Finance and Personnel Committee meeting on April 6, 2020 so it did not advance to the City Council meeting.
RESULT: HELD OUT
4. 2020-80-R - Award of Bid: Concrete Materials 2020 to Point Ready Mix, of McHenry, Illinois for an estimated annual value of $130,000.00 (based on unit pricing). The contract duration is one (1) year. The funding source is Water and Street Division Operating Budgets.
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, Hervey, Thompson-Kelly, Hoffman, Rose, Beach, Quinonez, McNeely, Chiarelli
ABSENT: Natavias Ervins, John C. Beck
5. 2020-81-R - Award of Bid: Junction Road over Drainage Way Bridge Repairs to Martin and Company Excavating, of Oregon, Illinois in the amount of $49,288.00. The estimated completion date is June 30, 2020.
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, Hervey, Thompson-Kelly, Hoffman, Rose, Beach, Quinonez, McNeely, Chiarelli
ABSENT: Natavias Ervins, John C. Beck
6. 2020-82-R - Award of Joint Purchasing Contract: Purchase of Ford Police Interceptor SUV Vehicle to Currie Motors Fleet, of Forest Park, Illinois in the amount of $34,018.00. The funding source is Capital Lease Fund.
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, Hervey, Thompson-Kelly, Hoffman, Rose, Beach, Quinonez, McNeely, Chiarelli
ABSENT: Natavias Ervins, John C. Beck
7. 2020-83-R - Award of Sole Source Contract: Police Portable Radios and Accessories to Motorola Inc., of Schaumburg, Illinois in the amount of $106,162.09. The funding source is 2019 JAG Byrne Grant.
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, Hervey, Thompson-Kelly, Hoffman, Rose, Beach, Quinonez, McNeely, Chiarelli
ABSENT: Natavias Ervins, John C. Beck
VII. NEW BUSINESS (ORDINANCES)
A. Planning and Development Committee
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