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City of Rockford City Council met May 20.

Here are the minutes provided by the council:

Regular Meeting http://www.rockfordil.gov/ Monday, May 20, 2024

I. CALL TO ORDER

Mayor McNamara called the meeting to order at 5:37 p.m.

A. Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance

The invocation was given by Chaplain Kenneth Hendley and the Pledge of Allegiance was led by Mayor McNamara.

B. Roll Call

Attendee Name	Organization	Title	Status	Arrived
Tim Durkee	City of Rockford	Alderman	Present
Jonathan Logemann	City of Rockford	Alderman	Absent
Chad Tuneberg	City of Rockford	Alderman	Present	5:39 PM
Kevin Frost	City of Rockford	Alderman	Present
Gabrielle Torina	City of Rockford	Alderman	Present
Aprel Prunty	City of Rockford	Alderman	Present
Janessa Wilkins	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
Isidro Barrios	City of Rockford	Alderman	Present
Gina Meeks	City of Rockford	Alderman	Present
Jeffrey Bailey	City of Rockford	Alderman	Present
Mark Bonne	City of Rockford	Alderman	Present	5:39 PM

C. Acceptance of the Journal

1. Journal of Proceedings for the City Council meeting held on May 6, 2024.

Alderman Beach moved to accept the Journal of Proceedings for the City Council meeting held on May 6, 2024, seconded by Alderman Wilkins.

MOTION PREVAILED with a unanimous voice vote (Alderman Logemann was absent).

2. Journal of Proceedings for the Special City Council meeting held on May 13, 2024.

Alderman Beach moved to accept the Journal of Proceedings for the Special City Council meeting held on May 13, 2024, seconded by

Alderman Wilkins. MOTION PREVAILED with a unanimous voice vote (Alderman Logemann was absent).

II. STATE OF THE CITY ADDRESS

Mayor McNamara delivered his annual State of the City Address to the council members. He expressed his appreciation to the council members for their dedication and service and for making decisions that were positively impacting this community. He thanked city staff for their commitment to their jobs and to making Rockford a better place to live. He also thanked the many volunteers, non-for-profit organizations and faith-based leaders that were working hard to lead and shape this community.

Mayor McNamara reported this was his seventh State the City Address. He mentioned the reason he delivers an annual State of the City Address is for transparency and accountability. He stated the city was facing significant challenges but he indicated the local government was doing everything it could to make the residents and the community successful. Mayor McNamara shared that through collaborations and innovation they were building a brighter future for all Rockford residents.

Mayor McNamara shared several of the significant challenges the city was facing and he reflected on the city's successes. He mentioned the City of Rockford was recently listed as the top housing market in the country and he reported the City Council implemented the largest Capital Improvement Plan in the city's history. Mayor McNamara shared the city has not increased the amount of property taxes it collects since 2016 and the city's property values have increased by 56%.

Mayor McNamara spoke about the importance of public safety, crime prevention, stabilizing neighborhoods, economic development and higher education. He mentioned numerous new initiatives, projects and programs that have been created to make meaningful change in our community while increasing hope and opportunities for residents.

Mayor McNamara stated the City of Rockford was strong and getting stronger. He encouraged residents to believe in themselves, embrace the city's potential and to work hard for a brighter future for all residents.

III. PETITIONS AND COMMUNICATIONS

A. Planning and Development Committee

1. Memorandum from Nicholas Meyer, Legal Director, regarding a proposed Redevelopment Agreement between the City of Rockford and Mulford & State Development LLC for 5909 and 5949 East State Street. Referred to Planning and Development Committee.

B. Code and Regulation Committee

1. Zoning Board of Appeals’ Agenda for the meeting to be held on May 21, 2024 and Minutes from that meeting for consideration at the Code and Regulation Committee meeting on May 28, 2024. Referred to Code and Regulation Committee.

2. Liquor and Tobacco Advisory Board’s Agenda for the meeting to be held on May 21, 2024 and Minutes from that meeting for consideration at the Code and Regulation Committee meeting on May 28, 2024. Referred to Code and Regulation Committee.

3. Memorandum from Mike Hakanson, Land Transaction Officer, regarding authorization for a resolution to grant Temporary Easement and Right-of Way to the Illinois Department of Transportation for the city-owned property located at 1105 North 2nd Street. Referred to Code and Regulation Committee.

4. Memorandum from Scott Capovilla, Planning and Zoning Manager, regarding a modification of an existing Liquor License to add an additional video gaming terminal at 2327 Kishwaukee Street. Referred to Code and Regulation Committee.

5. Memorandum from Jacob Rubin, Assistant City Attorney, regarding the annexation of 4640 West State Street. Referred to Code and Regulation Committee.

6. Memorandum from Nelson Sjostrom, Building Code Official, regarding the adoption of the 2021 International Council Codes family of codes and related codes with amendments. Referred to Code and Regulation Committee.

7. Memorandum on behalf of Alderman Aprel Prunty regarding proposed amendments to Chapter 29 of the City of Rockford Code of Ordinances to create a process for licensing pedal bar buses within the City of Rockford. Referred to Code and Regulation Committee.

C. Finance and Personnel Committee

Legal Director Nicholas Meyer announced receipt of the Comcast Quarterly Franchise Fee payment in the amount of $343,166.46.

1. Alderman Frost opened a bid for the sale of property located at 323 Soper Avenue, Rockford, Illinois from Ricky Loyd and Luretha Loyd, of Rockford, Illinois in the amount of $1,100.00. Referred to Finance and Personnel Committee.

2. Memorandum from Shurice Hunter, Human Resources Director, regarding revisions to the City of Rockford Rules and Regulations. Referred to Finance and Personnel Committee.

3. Memorandum from Shurice Hunter, Human Resources Director, regarding the adoption of Rewritten City of Rockford 457 Deferred Compensation Plan document. Referred to Finance and Personnel Committee.

4. Memorandum from Anne Wilkerson, Central Services Manager, regarding the approval of a resolution authorizing the Central Services Manager to execute a contract for electrical municipal aggregation supply. Referred to Finance and Personnel Committee.

IV. PUBLIC SPEAKERS

1. Bradley Roos spoke in favor of the parking fee waiver for the 2024 Go Solar 815 Conference and Expo that is scheduled to be held at the Embassy Suites on July18, 2024. He encouraged residents to attend the conference and to switch to solar power to save on energy expenses.

2. John Tac Brantley voiced his frustrations regarding the lack of assistance the City of Rockford has provided to grassroots organizations located on the west side.

3. Jacqueline Landreht was not present.

4. Prophet Yusef recited scripture and spoke about increasing minimum wage and the positive impact the increase would have on low income families.

5. Felicity Cowgill did not appear.

V. NEW COMMITTEE REPORTS

A. Planning and Development Committee

B. Code and Regulation Committee

C. Finance and Personnel Committee

1. 2024-107-CR - Committee recommends approval of the vouchers in the amount of $12,372,178.99 as approved at the Finance and Personnel Committee meeting held on May 13, 2024.

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, Tuneberg, Frost, Torina, Prunty, Wilkins, Hoffman, Rose, Beach, Barrios, Meeks, Bailey, Bonne ABSENT: Jonathan Logemann

2. 2024-108-CR - Committee recommends approval of the 2023

Supplemental Appropriation Ordinance (SAO). 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, Tuneberg, Frost, Torina, Prunty, Wilkins, Hoffman, Rose, Beach, Barrios, Meeks, Bailey, Bonne ABSENT: Jonathan Logemann

3. 2024-109-CR - Committee recommends approval of the 2024

Supplemental Appropriation Ordinance (SAO). 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, Tuneberg, Frost, Torina, Prunty, Wilkins, Hoffman, Rose, Beach, Barrios, Meeks, Bailey, Bonne ABSENT: Jonathan Logemann

4. Committee recommends approval of the Fine Reduction Request for the property located at 2206 Broadway. The owner, Michael Selquist, is requesting the fine total of $2,800.00 be reduced to $0, pending a sale of the property. The property is not in compliance with the appropriate building and sanitation codes at this time. The Legal Director shall prepare the appropriate ordinance.

Alderman Frost, on behalf of the Finance and Personnel Committee, read in the committee report and moved to lay this item over. Alderman Tuneberg seconded the motion. The item was then laid over.

RESULT: LAID OVER Next: 6/3/2024 5:35 PM

5. 2024-110-CR - Committee recommends approval of an Intergovernmental Agreement between the City of Rockford and Rockford Housing Authority (RHA) for an amount to be determined to facilitate weatherization services and measures on RHA scattered site properties.

The agreement does not require a cost match. The term is from execution of the agreement with a possible additional year extension option. 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 [12 TO 1] AYES: Tuneberg, Frost, Torina, Prunty, Wilkins, Hoffman, Rose, Beach, Barrios, Meeks, Bailey, Bonne NAYS: Tim Durkee ABSENT: Jonathan Logemann

VI. OFFICERS REPORTS

A. Alderman Torina

Alderman Torina announced the South Main Mercato would take place on Sunday, June 9, 2024 from noon to 7:00 p.m. She mentioned there would be live music and delicious food to enjoy and she encouraged residents to attend this event.

B. Alderman Rose

Alderman Rose thanked Jessica Anderson and the Code Enforcement staff for their efforts with stabilizing several homes in the Ninth Ward.

Alderman Rose encouraged residents throughout the city to mow their lawns. C. Alderman Wilkins

Alderman Wilkins announced the Marissa West End Community Center Ribbon Cutting Ceremony would be held on May 25, 2024 at 3:00 p.m. at 2407 N. Central Avenue.

Mayor McNamara asked that Alderman Wilkins email him the details of the event and he indicated he would distribute them to the council members.

D. Alderman Beach

Alderman Beach thanked Chief Redd for her efforts with organizing the Police Memorial events that took place last week. He gave honor to the police officers who have lost their lives in the line of duty. Alderman Beach expressed his heartfelt appreciation to the Police Officers and First Responders that serve and protect this community.

E. Alderman Meeks

Alderman Meeks thanked Jeremy Cater for his efforts to find a resolution to the issues with the roundabout on Auburn Street. She stated she was hopeful the new changes would reduce the number of accidents that were taking place at the roundabout.

F. Mayor McNamara

Mayor McNamara expressed his appreciation to the many volunteers who took time to plant flowers at the Veterans Memorial Circle.

G. Alderman Bailey

Alderman Bailey announced the West Gateway Coalition was holding an Energy Panel discussion in the Thirteenth Ward on Wednesday, May 29, 2024 at 10:30 a.m. at Police District 1.

VII. MOTIONS AND RESOLUTIONS

A. Planning and Development Committee

B. Code and Regulation Committee

1. 2024-124-R - Committee recommends approval of the request from Sustain Rockford for a waiver of parking fees in city-owned parking lots around Embassy Suites located at 416 South Main Street for the 2024 Go Solar 815 Conference and Expo that will be held on July 18, 2024.

Alderman Torina, on behalf of the Code and Regulation Committee, read in the resolution and placed it up for passage.

RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Durkee, Tuneberg, Frost, Torina, Prunty, Wilkins, Hoffman, Rose, Beach, Barrios, Meeks, Bailey, Bonne ABSENT: Jonathan Logemann

C. Finance and Personnel Committee

1. 2024-125-R - Committee recommends approval of the Award of Bid:

Water Division Lead Service Line Replacement Phase 6 to N-TRAK Group, LLC of Loves Park, Illinois in the not-to-exceed amount of$4,000,000.00 (based on unit pricing). The contract duration is one (1) year. The funding source is IEPA State Revolving Loan 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, Tuneberg, Frost, Torina, Prunty, Wilkins, Hoffman, Rose, Beach, Barrios, Meeks, Bailey, Bonne ABSENT: Jonathan Logemann

2. 2024-126-R - Committee recommends approval of the Award of Bid:

Keith Creek Flood Hazard Mitigation to Northern Illinois Service Co., of Rockford, Illinois in the amount of $148,872.50. The contract duration is through August 9, 2024. The funding source is Illinois Department of Natural Resources Hazard Mitigation Grant Program.

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, Tuneberg, Frost, Torina, Prunty, Wilkins, Hoffman, Rose, Beach, Barrios, Meeks, Bailey, Bonne ABSENT: Jonathan Logemann

3. 2024-127-R - Committee recommends approval of the Award of Bid: City Wide Street Repairs Group No. 2 (2024 - Concrete) to T.C.I. Concrete of Rockford, Illinois in the amount of $2,138,635.94. The contract duration is through October 4, 2024. The funding source is 1% Infrastructure 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, Tuneberg, Frost, Torina, Prunty, Wilkins, Hoffman, Rose, Beach, Barrios, Meeks, Bailey, Bonne ABSENT: Jonathan Logemann

4. 2024-128-R - Committee recommends approval of the Award of Bid:

Temporary Staffing Services to Workplace, of Rockford, Illinois for hourly billed rates (multiplier). Clerical and Program Aides 1.43, Technical 1.47, Direct hire: 12% of the estimated first year compensation.

Contract duration is two (2) years with three (3) subsequent one-year extensions. The funding source is Various Department 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, Tuneberg, Frost, Torina, Prunty, Wilkins, Hoffman, Rose, Beach, Barrios, Meeks, Bailey, Bonne ABSENT: Jonathan Logemann

5. 2024-129-R - Committee recommends approval of the Award of Non Competitive Contract: Police Portable Radios and Accessories to Motorola Solutions Inc., of Schaumburg, Illinois in the amount of $942,407.95. The funding source is Police 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 [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Durkee, Tuneberg, Frost, Torina, Prunty, Wilkins, Hoffman, Rose, Beach, Barrios, Meeks, Bailey, Bonne ABSENT: Jonathan Logemann

6. 2024-130-R - Committee recommends approval of the Award of Non Competitive Contract: Julota Software to Julota LLC, of Colorado Springs, Colorado in the amount of $93,950.00. The contract duration is three (3) years. The funding source is Winnebago County Community Mental Health 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, Tuneberg, Frost, Torina, Prunty, Wilkins, Hoffman, Rose, Beach, Barrios, Meeks, Bailey, Bonne ABSENT: Jonathan Logemann

7. 2024-131-R - Committee recommends approval of the Award of Non Competitive Contract: Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) Facility Canopy Construction to Stenstrom Petroleum Services Group, of Rockford, Illinois in the amount of $70,750.00. The funding source is Construction and Development Services 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, Tuneberg, Frost, Torina, Prunty, Wilkins, Hoffman, Rose, Beach, Barrios, Meeks, Bailey, Bonne ABSENT: Jonathan Logemann

8. 2024-132-R - Committee recommends approval of the renewal of a Non Competitive Contract: Neighborly Grant Management Software to Benevate, Inc. dba Neighborly Software, of Atlanta, Georgia for a contract amount of $25,220.00. The contract duration is from July 1, 2024 to June30, 2025. The funding sources are Community Development Block Grant(CDBG) and Illinois Housing Development Authority's Homeowners Assistance Fund Home Repair 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, Tuneberg, Frost, Torina, Prunty, Wilkins, Hoffman, Rose, Beach, Barrios, Meeks, Bailey, Bonne ABSENT: Jonathan Logemann

9. 2024-133-R - Committee recommends approval of a Resolution authorizing the Central Services Manager to execute a contract for Natural Gas 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, Tuneberg, Frost, Torina, Prunty, Wilkins, Hoffman, Rose, Beach, Barrios, Meeks, Bailey, Bonne ABSENT: Jonathan Logemann

10. 2024-134-R - Committee recommends approval of a Resolution authorizing the Central Services Manager to execute a contract for Street Lighting 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, Tuneberg, Frost, Torina, Prunty, Wilkins, Hoffman, Rose, Beach, Barrios, Meeks, Bailey, Bonne ABSENT: Jonathan Logemann

11. 2024-135-R - Committee recommends approval of the application and acceptance of the Weatherization Health and Human Services (HHS)Grant Award from Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) in the amount of $790,097.00, if awarded. The grant does not require a cost match. The grant term is from June 1, 2024 to September 30, 2025. The grant will provide funds for approved client's weatherization work order, client's energy usage education, contractor(s), staff training, payroll and administration.

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, Tuneberg, Frost, Torina, Prunty, Wilkins, Hoffman, Rose, Beach, Barrios, Meeks, Bailey, Bonne ABSENT: Jonathan Logemann

12. 2024-136-R - Committee recommends approval of the application and acceptance of the Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS)Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG) Award in the amount of $25,000.00, if awarded. The grant does require a 100% cost match from the Community Service Block Grant (CSBG). The grant will provide funds for approved client's landlord, housing search/placement, client's budget education, staff training, payroll and administration.

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, Tuneberg, Frost, Torina, Prunty, Wilkins, Hoffman, Rose, Beach, Barrios, Meeks, Bailey, Bonne ABSENT: Jonathan Logemann

13. 2024-137-R - Committee recommends approval of the Rosecrance Contractor Service Agreement in the amount of $40,000.00. The agreement does not require a cost match. The grant term is from June 1,2024 to May 31, 2025. The grant funds will be utilized for clinical supervision from licensed Rosecrance staff in the event that a client may need hospitalization due to a mental health crisis.

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, Tuneberg, Frost, Torina, Prunty, Wilkins, Hoffman, Rose, Beach, Barrios, Meeks, Bailey, Bonne ABSENT: Jonathan Logemann

14. 2024-138-R - Committee recommends approval and acceptance of the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO)Grant in the amount of $1,500,000.00. The Mayor's Office of Domesticand Community Violence Prevention previously received Council approval to accept a grant from DCEO in the amount of $1,380,999.84.

The City of Rockford will receive an additional $119,000.16 bringing the total awarded to $1,500,000.00. The grant does not require a cost match.

The grant term is July 1, 2023 through June 1, 2025. The grant will provide funds to pay costs associated with administration and approved projects.

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, Tuneberg, Frost, Torina, Prunty, Wilkins, Hoffman, Rose, Beach, Barrios, Meeks, Bailey, Bonne ABSENT: Jonathan Logemann

15. 2024-139-R - Committee recommends approval of the Subrecipient Service Agreement with the Rockford Park District in the amount of$130,000.00. The agreement does not require a cost match. The agreement term is from July 1, 2023 to June 30, 2025. The Subrecipient Service Agreement is funded by the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) grant. The funds will be utilized to engage with youth in the Learning Labs Intervention project.

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, Tuneberg, Frost, Torina, Prunty, Wilkins, Hoffman, Rose, Beach, Barrios, Meeks, Bailey, Bonne ABSENT: Jonathan Logemann

16. 2024-140-R - Committee recommends approval of the Subrecipient Service Agreement with the Boys and Girls Club in the amount of$200,000.00. The agreement does not require a cost match. The agreement term is from July 1, 2023 to June 30, 2025. The Subrecipient Service Agreement is funded by the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) grant. The funds will be utilized to retrofit a former parochial school built in 1958 with an accessible entrance and restrooms.

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, Tuneberg, Frost, Torina, Prunty, Wilkins, Hoffman, Rose, Beach, Barrios, Meeks, Bailey, Bonne ABSENT: Jonathan Logemann

17. 2024-141-R - Committee recommends approval and acceptance of the Winnebago County Community Mental Health Board Grant Award for the Family Peace Center in the amount of $882,700.00. The grant does not require a cost match. The grant term is from June 1, 2024 to May 31,2027. The grant will provide funds to support and expand mental health and wellness programming for survivors, staff and partners at the Family Peace Center.

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, Tuneberg, Frost, Torina, Prunty, Wilkins, Hoffman, Rose, Beach, Barrios, Meeks, Bailey, Bonne ABSENT: Jonathan Logemann

18. 2024-142-R - Committee recommends approval and acceptance of the Winnebago County Community Mental Health Board Grant Award for the Crisis Co-Response Team (CCRT) in the amount of $6,995,786.10. The grant does not require a cost match. The grant term is from June 1, 2024 to May 31, 2027. The grant will provide funds to continue the collaboration between the City of Rockford Police Department, Loves Park Police Department, Winnebago County Sheriff's Office and Rosecrance to provide a 911 police response to incidents in which there may be a mental health or substance use crisis occurring.

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, Tuneberg, Frost, Torina, Prunty, Wilkins, Hoffman, Rose, Beach, Barrios, Meeks, Bailey, Bonne ABSENT: Jonathan Logemann

19. 2024-143-R - Committee recommends approval and acceptance of the Fiscal Year 2024 Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity Grant Award for the Mayor's Office of Domestic and Community Violence Prevention in the amount of $500,000.00. The grant does not require a cost match. The grant term is from July 1, 2023 to June 30, 2024 though an extension to June 30, 2025 is anticipated. The funds will provide costs associated with one (1) full-time Program Coordinator, two (2) full-time Medical Response Advocates, facility costs and rent for a portion of the 2024 year to sustain the City of Rockford's efforts at the Family Peace Center.

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, Tuneberg, Frost, Torina, Prunty, Wilkins, Hoffman, Rose, Beach, Barrios, Meeks, Bailey, Bonne ABSENT: Jonathan Logemann

20. 2024-144-R - Committee recommends approval of a Subrecipient Contract in the amount of $50,000.00 to the Northern Illinois Blood Bank as part of the Fiscal Year 2024 Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity Grant Award for the Mayor's Office of Domestic and Community Violence Prevention grant. The grant does not require a cost match. The grant term is from July 1, 2023 to June 30, 2024 though an extension to June 30, 2025 is anticipated. The funds will be used for security fencing.

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, Tuneberg, Frost, Torina, Prunty, Wilkins, Hoffman, Rose, Beach, Barrios, Meeks, Bailey, Bonne ABSENT: Jonathan Logemann

21. 2024-145-R - Committee recommends approval and acceptance of the Illinois Community College Board (ICCB) Appropriated Funds Grant Award in the amount of $100,000.00. The grant does not require a cost match. The grant term is from July 1, 2023 to December 31, 2025. The grant will provide funds used to reimburse graduates for tuition that successfully complete Basic Law Enforcement Training and a possible second reimbursement once they successfully complete the Field Training Program.

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, Tuneberg, Frost, Torina, Prunty, Wilkins, Hoffman, Rose, Beach, Barrios, Meeks, Bailey, Bonne ABSENT: Jonathan Logemann

VIII. NEW BUSINESS ORDINANCES

A. Planning and Development Committee

B. Code and Regulation Committee

C. Finance and Personnel Committee

1. 2024-94-O - An ordinance approving the 2023 Supplemental Appropriation Ordinance (SAO).

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, Tuneberg, Frost, Torina, Prunty, Wilkins, Hoffman, Rose, Beach, Barrios, Meeks, Bailey, Bonne ABSENT: Jonathan Logemann

2. 2024-95-O - An ordinance approving the 2024 Supplemental Appropriation Ordinance (SAO).

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, Tuneberg, Frost, Torina, Prunty, Wilkins, Hoffman, Rose, Beach, Barrios, Meeks, Bailey, Bonne ABSENT: Jonathan Logemann

3. An ordinance approving a Fine Reduction Request for the property located at 2206 Broadway from $2,800.00 to $0, pending a sale of the property.

RESULT: HELD OUT Next: 6/3/2024 5:35 PM

4. 2024-96-O - An ordinance approving an Intergovernmental Agreement between the City of Rockford and Rockford Housing Authority (RHA) for an amount to be determined to facilitate weatherization services and measures on RHA scattered site properties. The agreement does not require a cost match. The term is from execution of the agreement with a potential of an additional year option.

Alderman Frost, on behalf of the Finance and Personnel Committee, read in the ordinance and placed it up for passage.

RESULT: ADOPTED [12 TO 1] AYES: Tuneberg, Frost, Torina, Prunty, Wilkins, Hoffman, Rose, Beach, Barrios, Meeks, Bailey, Bonne NAYS: Tim Durkee ABSENT: Jonathan Logemann

IX. CLOSED SESSION

1. Motion to Convene into Closed Session in order to discuss Pending Litigation matters.

Alderman Frost moved to convene into Closed Session in order to discuss pending litigation matters, seconded by Alderman Torina. MOTION PREVAILED with a voice vote (Alderman Logemann was absent). The meeting convened into Closed Session at 7:06 p.m.

Mayor McNamara reconvened the meeting back into Open Session at 7:24 p.m. and the following aldermen were present: Tuneberg, Frost, Torina, Prunty, Wilkins, Hoffman, Rose, Beach, Barrios, Meeks and Bailey (Aldermen Durkee and Bonne were away and Alderman Logemann was absent).

RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Durkee, Tuneberg, Frost, Torina, Prunty, Wilkins, Hoffman, Rose, Beach, Barrios, Meeks, Bailey, Bonne ABSENT: Jonathan Logemann

X. ADJOURNMENT

1. Motion to Adjourn

Alderman Wilkins moved to adjourn the meeting, seconded by Alderman Tuneberg. MOTION PREVAILED with a unanimous voice vote (Aldermen Durkee and Bonne were away and Alderman Logemann was absent). The meeting was adjourned at 7:25 p.m.

RESULT: APPROVED [11 TO 0] AYES: Tuneberg, Frost, Torina, Prunty, Wilkins, Hoffman, Rose, Beach, Barrios, Meeks, Bailey ABSENT: Jonathan Logemann AWAY: Tim Durkee, Mark Bonne

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