City of Rockford City Council met Oct. 5.
Here is the minutes provided by the council:
I. CALL TO ORDER
Legal Director Nicholas Meyer called the meeting to order at 5:35 p.m.
Alderman Frost moved to nominate Alderman Logemann to serve as Mayor Pro Tem for this meeting. Alderman Thompson-Kelly seconded the motion. MOTION PREVAILED with a unanimous roll call vote (Aldermen Hoffman and McNeely were absent).
Aldermen Hervey and Beach appeared via teleconference.
A. Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance
The invocation was given by Alderman Ervins and the Pledge of Allegiance was led by Mayor Pro Tem Logemann.
B. Roll Call
| Attendee Name | Organization | Title | Status | Arrived |
| Tim Durkee | City of Rockford | Alderman | Present | |
| Jonathan Logemann | 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 | Remote | |
| Natavias Ervins | City of Rockford | Alderman | Present | |
| Ann Thompson-Kelly | City of Rockford | Alderman | Present | |
| Karen Hoffman | City of Rockford | Alderman | Absent | |
| Bill Rose | City of Rockford | Alderman | Present | |
| Franklin C. Beach | City of Rockford | Alderman | Remote | |
| Tuffy Quinonez | City of Rockford | Alderman | Present | |
| Ginger Hanley | City of Rockford | Alderman | Present | |
| Linda McNeely | City of Rockford | Alderman | Late | 6:03 PM |
| Joseph Chiarelli | City of Rockford | Alderman | Present |
1. Journal of Proceedings for the Special City Council meeting held on August 31, 2020.
Alderman Beach moved to accept the Journal of Proceedings for the Special City Council meeting held on August 31, 2020, seconded by Alderman Rose. MOTION PREVAILED with a unanimous roll call vote (Aldermen Hoffman and McNeely were absent).
2. Journal of Proceedings for the Strategic Planning Session held on August 31, 2020.
Alderman Beach moved to accept the Journal of Proceedings for the Strategic Planning Session meeting held on August 31, 2020, seconded by Alderman Rose. MOTION PREVAILED with a unanimous roll call vote (Aldermen Hoffman and McNeely were absent).
3. Journal of Proceedings for the City Council meeting held on September 8, 2020.
Alderman Durkee moved to accept the Journal of Proceedings for the City Council meeting held on September 8, 2020, seconded by Alderman Chiarelli. MOTION PREVAILED with a unanimous roll call vote (Aldermen Hoffman and McNeely were absent).
II. PROCLAMATIONS
III. PETITIONS AND COMMUNICATIONS
A. Planning and Development Committee
1. Memorandum from Jennifer Jaeger, Community Services Director, regarding the request for a resolution to accept the Second Allocation of Supplemental funding to the HUD Emergency Solutions Grant through the Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security Act. Referred to Planning and Development Committee.
B. Code and Regulation Committee
1. Traffic Commission Agenda for the meeting to be held on October 14, 2020 and Minutes from that meeting for consideration at the Code and Regulation Committee meeting on October 26, 2020. Referred to Code and Regulation Committee.
2. Alderman Thompson-Kelly made a request for a discussion of how the City of Rockford should respond to protesters. Referred to Code and Regulation Committee.
C. Finance and Personnel Committee
1. Memorandum from Lafakeria Vaughn, Assistant City Attorney, regarding a request for a Fine Reduction for the property located at 4518 Cleveland Avenue reducing the fine from $22,500.00 to a maximum of $750.00.
Referred to Finance and Personnel Committee.
2. Memorandum from John Pozzi, Police Business Manager, regarding the acceptance of FY 2020, United States Department of Justice, Edward
Byrne Memorial JAG Grant Award. Referred to Finance and Personnel Committee.
IV. PUBLIC SPEAKERS
1. Ari Perez of Rockford, Illinois voiced his frustrations with the way he was treated as a protestor outside of City Hall today. He mentioned he was provoked by police officers and indicated excessive force was used during his arrest.
2. John Tac Brantley of Rockford, Illinois shared his concerns regarding students and their families having to quarantine at home because the students didn't want to wear masks at school. Mr. Brantley announced he received approval as a 501c3 organization.
3. Brendan Rabbitt of Rockton, Illinois voiced his concerns regarding an incident that took place at City Market. He also spoke about protesters' rights to Free Speech and gestapo tactics that he believes are being used against the protesters.
4. Skye Garcia was not present.
5. Jodi Williams of Rockford, Illinois indicated she is the President of ATU Local 1333. She spoke regarding the safety of transit drivers and passengers of public transportation. She reported that ten percent of the members of ATU Local 1333 have already tested positive for COVID-19. Ms. Williams indicated they are still transporting up to 32 passengers at one time and some passengers are refusing to wear masks and get off the bus when they are coughing and sneezing. She pleaded with the council members to provide assistance to the drivers and some type of safety restrictions to keep the drivers and passengers safe.
V. NEW COMMITTEE REPORTS
A. Planning and Development Committee
B. Code and Regulation Committee
1. 2020-234-CR - Committee recommends approval of the Road Dedication Plat for Brookwood 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, Logemann, Tuneberg, Frost, Hervey, Ervins, Thompson Kelly, Rose, Beach, Quinonez, Hanley, McNeely, Chiarelli
ABSENT: Karen Hoffman
2. 2020-235-CR - Committee recommends approval of an Amendment to Section 2-31 of the City of Rockford Code of Ordinance Council Rules of Procedure and Order of Business. The Legal Director shall prepare the appropriate ordinance.
Alderman Chiarelli, on behalf of the Code and Regulation Committee, read in the committee report. Alderman Beach then moved to amend the committee report to reflect the following change:
Delete the proposed change that would remove the requirement that committee reports be signed by the members. All committee reports would continue to be signed by members of the committees before they are forwarded to council.
Alderman Hervey seconded the motion. MOTION PREVAILED with a roll call vote of 8 to 5 (Aldermen Durkee, Logemann, Tuneberg, Rose and Hanley voted "No" and Alderman Hoffman was absent).
The committee report, as amended, was then placed up for passage by Alderman Chiarelli.
RESULT: ADOPTED AS AMENDED [UNANIMOUS]
AYES: Durkee, Logemann, Tuneberg, Frost, Hervey, Ervins, Thompson Kelly, Rose, Beach, Quinonez, Hanley, McNeely, Chiarelli
ABSENT: Karen Hoffman
3. 2020-236-CR - Committee recommends sustaining the Traffic Commission's approval that traffic on Collins Street be required to yield prior to entering the intersection of Reed Avenue. 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 [UNANIMOUS]
AYES: Durkee, Logemann, Tuneberg, Frost, Hervey, Ervins, Thompson Kelly, Rose, Beach, Quinonez, Hanley, McNeely, Chiarelli
ABSENT: Karen Hoffman
4. 2020-237-CR - Committee recommends sustaining the Traffic Commission's approval to establish a 30 mph speed limit restriction on Christina Street from 15th Avenue to Blackhawk Park Avenue, thus repealing the existing 35 mph speed limit on Christina Street from 15th Avenue to Blackhawk Park Avenue. 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 [UNANIMOUS]
AYES: Durkee, Logemann, Tuneberg, Frost, Hervey, Ervins, Thompson Kelly, Rose, Beach, Quinonez, Hanley, McNeely, Chiarelli
ABSENT: Karen Hoffman
5. 2020-238-CR - Committee recommends sustaining the Traffic Commission's approval to establish a 30 mph speed limit on Blackhawk Park Avenue from Christina Street to Kishwaukee Street, thus repealing the existing 35 mph speed limit on Blackhawk Park Avenue from Christina Street to Kishwaukee Street. 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 [UNANIMOUS]
AYES: Durkee, Logemann, Tuneberg, Frost, Hervey, Ervins, Thompson Kelly, Rose, Beach, Quinonez, Hanley, McNeely, Chiarelli
ABSENT: Karen Hoffman
6. 2020-239-CR - Committee recommends sustaining the Traffic Commission's approval to prohibit commercial vehicles on Spring Brook Road from Spring Creek Road to Perryville 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 [UNANIMOUS]
AYES: Durkee, Logemann, Tuneberg, Frost, Hervey, Ervins, Thompson Kelly, Rose, Beach, Quinonez, Hanley, McNeely, Chiarelli
ABSENT: Karen Hoffman
7. 2020-240-CR - Committee recommends sustaining the Traffic Commission's approval to establish stop control at the following intersections:
a. Gardiner Avenue stopping for Crosby Street
b. Highland Avenue stopping for Crosby Street
c. London Avenue stopping for Crosby Street
d. Rome Avenue stopping for Crosby Street
e. Rockford Avenue stopping for Crosby Street
f. Dawson Avenue stopping for Crosby Street
g. Dougherty Place stopping for Crosby Street
h. Regan Street stopping for Crosby Street (north)
i. Regan Street stopping for Crosby Street (south)
j. Smith Avenue stopping for Crosby Street
k. Crosby Street stopping for Longwood Street
l. Crosby Street stopping for Prospect Street
m. Crosby Street stopping for Calvin Park Boulevard
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 [UNANIMOUS]
AYES: Durkee, Logemann, Tuneberg, Frost, Hervey, Ervins, Thompson Kelly, Rose, Beach, Quinonez, Hanley, McNeely, Chiarelli
ABSENT: Karen Hoffman
8. 2020-241-CR - Committee recommends sustaining the Traffic Commission's recommendation that "No Action" be taken for the following traffic items:
a. Establishing 2-way stop control on Madison Street at Y Boulevard b. Establishing 4-way stop control at the intersection of Ellis Avenue and Douglas Street, thus repealing the 2-way stop control at the intersection of Ellis Avenue and Douglas Street
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, Logemann, Tuneberg, Frost, Hervey, Ervins, Thompson Kelly, Rose, Beach, Quinonez, Hanley, McNeely, Chiarelli
ABSENT: Karen Hoffman
9. 2020-242-CR - Committee recommends sustaining the Zoning Board of Appeals' approval of a Special Use Permit for an auto dealership in a C-2, Limited Commercial Zoning District at 1430 Kishwaukee Street (Nicholas Clark/Applicant). Subject to conditions. 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 [11 TO 2]
AYES: Durkee, Logemann, Tuneberg, Frost, Ervins, Rose, Beach, Quinonez, Hanley, McNeely, Chiarelli
NAYS: Venita Hervey, Ann Thompson-Kelly
ABSENT: Karen Hoffman
10. 2020-243-CR - Committee recommends sustaining the Zoning Board of Appeals' approval for a Variation to reduce the established front yard setback from forty (40) feet to thirty-three (33) feet for a front porch addition in an R-1, Single-Family Residential Zoning District at 1211 Lundvall Avenue (Mark & Christina Castronovo/Applicants). Subject to conditions. 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 [UNANIMOUS]
AYES: Durkee, Logemann, Tuneberg, Frost, Hervey, Ervins, Thompson Kelly, Rose, Beach, Quinonez, Hanley, McNeely, Chiarelli
ABSENT: Karen Hoffman
11. 2020-244-CR - Committee recommends sustaining the Liquor and Tobacco Advisory Board's approval for the Sale of Packaged Beer and Wine in conjunction with a grocery store/retail store in a C-2, Limited Commercial Zoning District at 3831 Auburn Street (Charles
Youngstrom/Aldi Inc. dba Aldi/Applicant). Subject to amended conditions. 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 [UNANIMOUS]
AYES: Durkee, Logemann, Tuneberg, Frost, Hervey, Ervins, Thompson Kelly, Rose, Beach, Quinonez, Hanley, McNeely, Chiarelli
ABSENT: Karen Hoffman
12. 2020-245-CR - 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 1312 7th Street (Safa A. Quraishi dba M & R Mini Market/Applicant). Subject to conditions. 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 [UNANIMOUS]
AYES: Durkee, Logemann, Tuneberg, Frost, Hervey, Ervins, Thompson Kelly, Rose, Beach, Quinonez, Hanley, McNeely, Chiarelli
ABSENT: Karen Hoffman
13. 2020-246-CR - Committee recommends sustaining the Liquor and Tobacco Advisory Board's approval for the Sale of Liquor by the Drink in conjunction with a restaurant, bar and grill in a C-3, General Commercial Zoning District at 6330 East State Street (Brinker Restaurant Corporation dba Chili’s Grill & Bar/Applicants). Subject to conditions. 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 [UNANIMOUS]
AYES: Durkee, Logemann, Tuneberg, Frost, Hervey, Ervins, Thompson Kelly, Rose, Beach, Quinonez, Hanley, McNeely, Chiarelli
ABSENT: Karen Hoffman
14. 2020-247-CR - Committee recommends sustaining the Liquor and Tobacco Advisory Board's approval for the Modification to an existing Liquor License to allow full packaged liquor sales in conjunction with a convenience store in a C-2, Limited Commercial Zoning District at 513 Toner Avenue (Said Elkhatib/Northwest Food Inc. dba Northwest Food Mart/Applicant). Subject to conditions. 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 [10 TO 3]
AYES: Durkee, Logemann, Tuneberg, Frost, Ervins, Thompson-Kelly, Rose, Quinonez, Hanley, Chiarelli
NAYS: Venita Hervey, Franklin C. Beach, Linda McNeely
ABSENT: Karen Hoffman
15. 2020-248-CR - Committee recommends sustaining the Liquor and Tobacco Advisory Board's approval for:
a. The Sale of Packaged Liquor in conjunction with a liquor store; and
b. The Sale of Tobacco Products in conjunction with a liquor store; and
c. Denial of video gaming in a C-3, General Commercial Zoning District at 922 Kilburn Avenue (922 Kilburn Operations, LLC dba MaxMart/Applicant).
Subject to conditions. 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 [UNANIMOUS]
AYES: Durkee, Logemann, Tuneberg, Frost, Hervey, Ervins, Thompson Kelly, Rose, Beach, Quinonez, Hanley, McNeely, Chiarelli
ABSENT: Karen Hoffman
C. Finance and Personnel Committee
1. 2020-249-CR - Committee recommends approval of the Vouchers in the amount of $7,355,166.78 as approved at the Finance and Personnel Committee held on September 28, 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, Logemann, Tuneberg, Frost, Hervey, Ervins, Thompson Kelly, Rose, Beach, Quinonez, Hanley, McNeely, Chiarelli
ABSENT: Karen Hoffman
2. 2020-250-CR - Committee recommends approval of the proposed sale of city-owned property located at 327 Foster Avenue under the Mow to Own Program. The Mow to Own participant is Clayborn Sockwell Jr. The property has been maintained for two years. The cost to the recipient to purchase the Mow to Own property is $0. 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, Logemann, Tuneberg, Frost, Hervey, Ervins, Thompson Kelly, Rose, Beach, Quinonez, Hanley, McNeely, Chiarelli
ABSENT: Karen Hoffman
VI. MOTIONS AND RESOLUTIONS
A. Planning and Development Committee
B. Code and Regulation Committee
1. 2020-180-R - Committee recommends approval of the request for permission to place for sale the city-owned property located at 1123 7th Street (PIN 11-26-477-003) pursuant to state law, 65 ILCS 5/11-76-1 and 5/11-76-2.
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, Logemann, Tuneberg, Frost, Hervey, Ervins, Thompson Kelly, Rose, Beach, Quinonez, Hanley, McNeely, Chiarelli
ABSENT: Karen Hoffman
C. Finance and Personnel Committee
1. 2020-181-R - Committee recommends approval of the Contract Amendment: Fire Alarm Monitoring to Norcomm Public Safety Communications Inc., of Elmhurst, Illinois in the amount of $120,100.00 for annual maintenance and equipment costs (based on unit pricing). The contract duration is one (1) year with four (4) optional one-year extensions. The funding source is Fire Department Operating Budget.
Alderman Frost, on behalf of the Finance and Personnel Committee, read in the resolution and placed it up for passage.
RESULT: ADOPTED [12 TO 1]
AYES: Durkee, Logemann, Tuneberg, Frost, Hervey, Ervins, Thompson Kelly, Rose, Beach, Quinonez, Hanley, Chiarelli
NAYS: Linda McNeely
ABSENT: Karen Hoffman
2. 2020-182-R - Committee recommends approval of an Award of Non Competitive Contract: Generator and Switchgear Services to Altorfer Cat, of Elmhurst, Illinois for an estimated annual contract value of $35,000.00 based on unit pricing. The contract duration is one-year with four (4) possible annual extension options. The funding source is Water Fund Operating Budget.
Alderman Frost, on behalf of the Finance and Personnel Committee, read in the resolution and placed it up for passage.
RESULT: ADOPTED [12 TO 1]
AYES: Durkee, Logemann, Tuneberg, Frost, Hervey, Ervins, Thompson Kelly, Rose, Beach, Quinonez, Hanley, Chiarelli
NAYS: Linda McNeely
ABSENT: Karen Hoffman
3. 2020-183-R - Committee recommends approval of an Award of Bid: South 5th Street Water Main Replacement to Stenstrom Excavating, of Rockford, Illinois in the amount of $737,008.00. The project is estimated to be completed by May 21, 2021. 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 [12 TO 1]
AYES: Durkee, Logemann, Tuneberg, Frost, Hervey, Ervins, Thompson Kelly, Rose, Beach, Quinonez, Hanley, Chiarelli
NAYS: Linda McNeely
ABSENT: Karen Hoffman
4. 2020-184-R - Committee recommends approval of an Award of Engineering Agreement: 1st Street and 2nd Street over Union Pacific Railroad Bridges to Hanson Professional Services Inc., of Rockford, Illinois in the amount of $194,374.00. The contract duration is 2020 and 2021. The funding source is Motor Fuel Tax funds (To be fully reimbursed 80% GCPF/20% RR; No city match required).
Alderman Frost, on behalf of the Finance and Personnel Committee, read in the resolution and placed it up for passage.
RESULT: ADOPTED [12 TO 1]
AYES: Durkee, Logemann, Tuneberg, Frost, Hervey, Ervins, Thompson Kelly, Rose, Beach, Quinonez, Hanley, Chiarelli
NAYS: Linda McNeely
ABSENT: Karen Hoffman
5. 2020-185-R - Committee recommends approval of a Resolution for Improvement under the Illinois Highway Code for use of Motor Fuel Tax Funds for preliminary engineering for the 1st and 2nd Street over Union Pacific Railroad Bridges in the amount of $600,000.00.
Alderman Frost, on behalf of the Finance and Personnel Committee, read in the resolution and placed it up for passage.
RESULT: ADOPTED [12 TO 1]
AYES: Durkee, Logemann, Tuneberg, Frost, Hervey, Ervins, Thompson Kelly, Rose, Beach, Quinonez, Hanley, Chiarelli
NAYS: Linda McNeely
ABSENT: Karen Hoffman
6. 2020-186-R - Committee recommends approval of an Application for Illinois Transportation Enhancement Program Grant - Highcrest Road.
The estimated project amount is $2,496,981.00, of which the City's responsibility is estimated to be $499,396.00. The application is due by November 2, 2020, with award notification expected in spring 2021.
Alderman Frost, on behalf of the Finance and Personnel Committee, read in the resolution and placed it up for passage.
RESULT: ADOPTED [8 TO 5]
AYES: Durkee, Logemann, Tuneberg, Frost, Rose, Quinonez, Hanley, Chiarelli
NAYS: Hervey, Ervins, Thompson-Kelly, Beach, McNeely
ABSENT: Karen Hoffman
7. 2020-187-R - Committee recommends approval of an Application for Illinois Transportation Enhancement Program Grant - Riverwalk
Preliminary Engineering. The Phase I engineering costs are estimated at $400,000.00, of which the City's responsibility would be $80,000.00. The application is due by November 2, 2020, with award notification expected in spring 2021.
Alderman Frost, on behalf of the Finance and Personnel Committee, read in the resolution and placed it up for passage.
RESULT: ADOPTED [8 TO 5]
AYES: Durkee, Logemann, Tuneberg, Frost, Rose, Quinonez, Hanley, Chiarelli
NAYS: Hervey, Ervins, Thompson-Kelly, Beach, McNeely
ABSENT: Karen Hoffman
VII. NEW BUSINESS (ORDINANCES)
A. Planning and Development Committee
B. Code and Regulation Committee
1. 2020-209-O - An ordinance approving an Amendment to Section 2-31 of the City of Rockford Code of Ordinance Council Rules of Procedure and Order of Business.
Alderman Chiarelli, on behalf of the Code and Regulation Committee, read in the ordinance (amended to conform to 2020-235-CR) and placed it up for passage.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
AYES: Durkee, Logemann, Tuneberg, Frost, Hervey, Ervins, Thompson Kelly, Rose, Beach, Quinonez, Hanley, McNeely, Chiarelli
ABSENT: Karen Hoffman
2. 2020-210-O - An ordinance approving traffic on Collins Street be required to yield prior to entering the intersection of Reed Avenue.
Alderman Chiarelli, on behalf of the Code and Regulation Committee, read in the ordinance and placed it up for passage.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
AYES: Durkee, Logemann, Tuneberg, Frost, Hervey, Ervins, Thompson Kelly, Rose, Beach, Quinonez, Hanley, McNeely, Chiarelli
ABSENT: Karen Hoffman
3. 2020-211-O - An ordinance establishing a 30 mph speed limit restriction on Christina Street from 15th Avenue to Blackhawk Park Avenue, thus repealing the existing 35 mph speed limit on Christina Street from 15th Avenue to Blackhawk Park Avenue.
Alderman Chiarelli, on behalf of the Code and Regulation Committee, read in the ordinance and placed it up for passage.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
AYES: Durkee, Logemann, Tuneberg, Frost, Hervey, Ervins, Thompson Kelly, Rose, Beach, Quinonez, Hanley, McNeely, Chiarelli
ABSENT: Karen Hoffman
4. 2020-212-O - An ordinance establishing a 30 mph speed limit on Blackhawk Park Avenue from Christina Street to Kishwaukee Street, thus repealing the existing 35 mph speed limit on Blackhawk Park Avenue from Christina Street to Kishwaukee Street.
Alderman Chiarelli, on behalf of the Code and Regulation Committee, read in the ordinance and placed it up for passage.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
AYES: Durkee, Logemann, Tuneberg, Frost, Hervey, Ervins, Thompson Kelly, Rose, Beach, Quinonez, Hanley, McNeely, Chiarelli
ABSENT: Karen Hoffman
5. 2020-213-O - An ordinance prohibiting commercial vehicles on Spring Brook Road from Spring Creek Road to Perryville Road.
Alderman Chiarelli, on behalf of the Code and Regulation Committee, read in the ordinance and placed it up for passage.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
AYES: Durkee, Logemann, Tuneberg, Frost, Hervey, Ervins, Thompson Kelly, Rose, Beach, Quinonez, Hanley, McNeely, Chiarelli
ABSENT: Karen Hoffman
6. 2020-214-O - An ordinance establishing stop control at the following intersections:
a. Gardiner Avenue stopping for Crosby Street
b. Highland Avenue stopping for Crosby Street
c. London Avenue stopping for Crosby Street
d. Rome Avenue stopping for Crosby Street
e. Rockford Avenue stopping for Crosby Street
f. Dawson Avenue stopping for Crosby Street
g. Dougherty Place stopping for Crosby Street
h. Regan Street stopping for Crosby Street (north)
i. Regan Street stopping for Crosby Street (south)
j. Smith Avenue stopping for Crosby Street
k. Crosby Street stopping for Longwood Street
l. Crosby Street stopping for Prospect Street
m. Crosby Street stopping for Calvin Park Boulevard
Alderman Chiarelli, on behalf of the Code and Regulation Committee, read in the ordinance and placed it up for passage.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
AYES: Durkee, Logemann, Tuneberg, Frost, Hervey, Ervins, Thompson Kelly, Rose, Beach, Quinonez, Hanley, McNeely, Chiarelli
ABSENT: Karen Hoffman
7. 2020-215-O - An ordinance approving a Special Use Permit for an auto dealership in a C-2, Limited Commercial Zoning District at 1430 Kishwaukee Street (Nicholas Clark/Applicant).
Alderman Chiarelli, on behalf of the Code and Regulation Committee, read in the ordinance and placed it up for passage.
RESULT: ADOPTED [12 TO 1]
AYES: Durkee, Logemann, Tuneberg, Frost, Ervins, Thompson-Kelly, Rose, Beach, Quinonez, Hanley, McNeely, Chiarelli
NAYS: Venita Hervey
ABSENT: Karen Hoffman
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8. 2020-216-O - An ordinance approving a Variation to reduce the established front yard setback from forty (40) feet to thirty-three (33) feet for a front porch addition in an R-1, Single-Family Residential Zoning District at 1211 Lundvall Avenue (Mark & Christina
Castronovo/Applicants).
Alderman Chiarelli, on behalf of the Code and Regulation Committee, read in the ordinance and placed it up for passage.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
AYES: Durkee, Logemann, Tuneberg, Frost, Hervey, Ervins, Thompson Kelly, Rose, Beach, Quinonez, Hanley, McNeely, Chiarelli
ABSENT: Karen Hoffman
9. 2020-217-O - An ordinance approving the Sale of Packaged Beer and Wine in conjunction with a grocery store/retail store in a C-2, Limited Commercial Zoning District at 3831 Auburn Street (Charles Youngstrom/Aldi Inc. dba Aldi/Applicant).
Alderman Chiarelli, on behalf of the Code and Regulation Committee, read in the ordinance and placed it up for passage.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
AYES: Durkee, Logemann, Tuneberg, Frost, Hervey, Ervins, Thompson Kelly, Rose, Beach, Quinonez, Hanley, McNeely, Chiarelli
ABSENT: Karen Hoffman
10. 2020-218-O - An ordinance approving the Sale of Tobacco Products in conjunction with a convenience store in a C-2, Limited Commercial Zoning District at 1312 7th Street (Safa A. Quraishi dba M & R Mini Market/Applicant).
Alderman Chiarelli, on behalf of the Code and Regulation Committee, read in the ordinance and placed it up for passage.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
AYES: Durkee, Logemann, Tuneberg, Frost, Hervey, Ervins, Thompson Kelly, Rose, Beach, Quinonez, Hanley, McNeely, Chiarelli
ABSENT: Karen Hoffman
11. 2020-219-O - An ordinance approving the Sale of Liquor by the Drink in conjunction with a restaurant, bar and grill in a C-3, General Commercial Zoning District at 6330 East State Street (Brinker Restaurant Corporation dba Chili’s Grill & Bar/Applicants).
Alderman Chiarelli, on behalf of the Code and Regulation Committee, read in the ordinance and placed it up for passage.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
AYES: Durkee, Logemann, Tuneberg, Frost, Hervey, Ervins, Thompson Kelly, Rose, Beach, Quinonez, Hanley, McNeely, Chiarelli
ABSENT: Karen Hoffman
12. 2020-220-O - An ordinance approving the Modification to an existing Liquor License to allow full packaged liquor sales in conjunction with a convenience store in a C-2, Limited Commercial Zoning District at 513 Toner Avenue (Said Elkhatib/Northwest Food Inc. dba Northwest Food Mart/Applicant).
Alderman Chiarelli, on behalf of the Code and Regulation Committee, read in the ordinance and placed it up for passage.
RESULT: ADOPTED [11 TO 2]
AYES: Durkee, Logemann, Tuneberg, Frost, Ervins, Thompson-Kelly, Rose, Quinonez, Hanley, McNeely, Chiarelli
NAYS: Venita Hervey, Franklin C. Beach
ABSENT: Karen Hoffman
13. 2020-221-O - An ordinance approving the Sale of Packaged Liquor in conjunction with a liquor store in a C-3, General Commercial Zoning District at 922 Kilburn Avenue (922 Kilburn Operations, LLC dba MaxMart/Applicant).
Alderman Chiarelli, on behalf of the Code and Regulation Committee, read in the ordinance and placed it up for passage.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
AYES: Durkee, Logemann, Tuneberg, Frost, Hervey, Ervins, Thompson Kelly, Rose, Beach, Quinonez, Hanley, McNeely, Chiarelli
ABSENT: Karen Hoffman
14. 2020-222-O - An ordinance approving the Sale of Tobacco Products in conjunction with a liquor store in a C-3, General Commercial Zoning District at 922 Kilburn Avenue (922 Kilburn Operations, LLC dba MaxMart/Applicant).
Alderman Chiarelli, on behalf of the Code and Regulation Committee, read in the ordinance and placed it up for passage.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
AYES: Durkee, Logemann, Tuneberg, Frost, Hervey, Ervins, Thompson Kelly, Rose, Beach, Quinonez, Hanley, McNeely, Chiarelli
ABSENT: Karen Hoffman
C. Finance and Personnel Committee
1. 2020-223-O - An ordinance approving the sale of city-owned property located at 327 Foster Avenue under the Mow to Own Program. The Mow to Own participant is Clayborn Sockwell Jr. The property has been maintained for two years. The cost to the recipient to purchase the Mow to Own property is $0.
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, Logemann, Tuneberg, Frost, Hervey, Ervins, Thompson Kelly, Rose, Beach, Quinonez, Hanley, McNeely, Chiarelli
ABSENT: Karen Hoffman
VIII. OFFICERS REPORTS
A. Alderman Rose
Alderman Rose shared the Mel Anderson Slow Roll Event was a great success. He thanked the Northwest Neighbors Association, the financial sponsors and the planning committee for their tremendous hard work and efforts in making this event possible. He reported there were 85 bicycles and 100 helmets given away to children and he shared it was great to see all of the sponsoring organizations and the community come together for this cause.
B. Alderman Thompson-Kelly
Alderman Thompson-Kelly requested a Moment of Silence in honor of former Rockford Mayor John McNamara.
Mayor Pro Tem Logemann then conducted the Moment of Silence.
Alderman Thompson-Kelly thanked the staff of the Rockford Park District for discussing the details of their 2020 Plan with her. She stated the services the Rockford Park District provides has touched every family and organization in this community. Alderman Thompson-Kelly shared her personal feelings regarding the closure of the Riverview Ice House and she thanked the Rockford Park District for listening to the desires of the community and acting upon them.
C. Alderman McNeely
Alderman McNeely thanked Public Works Director Kyle Saunders and Assistant Deputy Chief Whisenand for their assistance with several recent issues in the Thirteenth Ward.
D. Alderman Tuneberg
Alderman Tuneberg voiced his frustrations regarding the most recent restrictions for bars and restaurants. He asked that Dr. Sandra Martell from the Winnebago County Health Department attend a City Council meeting to explain and clarify the restrictions. Alderman Tuneberg encouraged the restaurant and bar owners to stay strong during this difficult time. He shared the owners have his complete support and he would assist them any way he possibly could.
E. Alderman Durkee
Alderman Durkee disagreed with Alderman Thompson-Kelly regarding the Rockford Park District and he stated he still believes the Riverview Ice House needs to remain open.
Alderman Durkee expressed his feelings regarding the validity of the percent of positivity rate being used by the Winnebago County Health Department. He voiced his frustrations and asked that the Director of the Winnebago County Health Department attend a City Council meeting and explain their positivity rate findings and enforcement procedures.
Alderman McNeely indicated last week she spoke with City Administrator Todd Cagnoni and requested that representatives from the Winnebago County Health Department, Rockford Park District and Rockford Public Library come before the council members and answer questions regarding several issues. She then asked City Administrator Cagnoni if he knew when the agencies would be attending a City Council meeting.
City Administrator Cagnoni replied and indicated he reached out to the Executive Director of the Rockford Public Library and he believed the library staff would be present at the committee meetings next week. He informed the aldermen he contacted Dr. Martell from the Winnebago County Health Department and she has agreed to address City Council but no date has been confirmed yet. City Administrator Cagnoni reported the Rockford Park District was presenting their proposed Implementation Plan to the Park District Board next week and that meeting conflicts with the City Council meeting. He indicated he would follow up with the Park District to coordinate a date for them to attend a meeting.
F. Alderman Ervins
Alderman Ervins read a passage of scripture and expressed his thoughts and concerns about seeking wisdom and loving others.
Alderman Ervins spoke about the power of fasting and praying and he asked if a day of fasting and prayer could be established for the City of Rockford.
G. Alderman Frost
Alderman Frost wished City Administration Todd Cagnoni a Happy Birthday. H. Alderman Quinonez
Alderman Quinonez shared his concerns for small businesses, bars and restaurants and he stated he would like a representative from the Winnebago County Health Department to address City Council and answer questions.
Alderman Quinonez inquired who was enforcing the new restrictions that are in place for bars and restaurants.
Legal Director Nicholas Meyer replied and stated for the most part the City of Rockford Code Enforcement, Legal Department and the Community Development staff have been handling the complaints. He reported in the summer, when the restrictions eased up, the Winnebago County Health Department took over enforcement but now that more restrictions have been put into place the City of Rockford staff would resume handling complaints.
Alderman Quinonez then asked Chief O'Shea if the Rockford Police Officers were going out and investigating if bars are open.
Chief O'Shea replied that the Legal Department, Code Enforcement Officers and Community Development staff are handling all complaints and checking businesses at this time. He stated the Rockford Police Officers checked on one business a few months ago but he indicated they are not involved with investigating establishments now.
I. Mayor Pro Tem Logemann
Mayor Pro Tem Logemann extended his sympathies to Mayor McNamara and his family on the passing of his father, John McNamara.
J. Alderman Hervey
Alderman Hervey expressed her heartfelt condolences to the entire McNamara family on the passing of former Rockford Mayor John McNamara.
Alderman Hervey inquired if the City Council would consider discussing a Citizens Review Board who would review and respond to citizen complaints and concerns of excessive force by the Rockford Police Department. She shared her personal feelings about the importance of establishing a board and review process where citizens can feel like their voices are being heard. She asked that this issue be presented to the Code and Regulation Committee for discussion.
Legal Director Nicholas Meyer replied and indicated Mayor McNamara had already asked the Legal Department to look into a Citizens Review Board. He indicated the Legal Department was in the process of reviewing procedures of other communities in the State of Illinois and across the country. He mentioned the review process would take some time but he was planning to present the council members with a good analysis of what the options are and what would work best in this community.
Alderman Thompson-Kelly voiced her concerns about all citizens showing respect to each other and having the right to protest. She then submitted a referral to the Code and Regulation Committee to have a discussion on how the City of Rockford should respond to protesters.
IX. CLOSED SESSION
A. Motion to Convene into Closed Session in order to discuss Pending Litigation and Labor Negotiation Matters
The meeting did not convene into Closed Session.
X. ADJOURNMENT
1. Motion to Adjourn
Alderman Rose moved to adjourn the meeting, seconded by Alderman McNeely. MOTION PREVAILED with a unanimous roll call vote (Alderman Hoffman was absent). The meeting was adjourned at 7:12 p.m.
RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
AYES: Durkee, Logemann, Tuneberg, Frost, Hervey, Ervins, Thompson-Kelly, Rose, Beach, Quinonez, Hanley, McNeely, Chiarelli
ABSENT: Karen Hoffman
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