McHenry Times

City of Crystal Lake City Council met May 17.

Here are the minutes provided by the council:

Call to Order

Mayor Haleblian called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.

Roll Call

Mayor Haig Haleblian, Councilmembers Ellen Brady, Brett Hopkins, Mandy Montford, and Ian Philpot were present. Councilmember Cathy Ferguson was present telephonically. Councilmember Cameron Hubbard was absent. City Clerk Nick Kachiroubas was also present.

Deputy City Manager Eric Helm, Director of Public Works and Engineering Mike Magnuson, Director of Community Development Kathryn Cowlin, Finance Director Jodie Hartman, Fire Rescue Chief Paul DeRaedt, and Chief of Police James Black were present. City Attorney John Cowlin was also present. Special Legal Counsel Victor Filippini was present telephonically.

Approval of Councilmember Ferguson Telephonic Attendance

Councilman Hopkins moved to approve Councilmember Ferguson's telephonic attendance of the City Council Meeting. Councilman Philpot seconded the motion. On roll call, all present voted yes. Motion passed.

Pledge of Allegiance

Mayor Haleblian introduced Donna McAnally, Director of the Blue Star Banner Program. Ms. McAnally led the City Council and members of the audience in the Pledge of Allegiance.

Proclamation

Mayor Haleblian recognized May 11-17, 2022 as Police Week.

Police Swearing in Ceremony for New Police Officers, Sergeants, Commanders and Deputy Chief of Police

Mayor Haleblian swore in new Police Officers, Sergeants, Commanders and Deputy Chief of Police.

Chief of Police James Black spoke regarding Police Week and explained the dangers officers face in the line of duty. He said could not be more proud to lead the men and women of the Crystal Lake Police Department, and congratulated them on their appointments.

Approval of Minutes

Councilwoman Ferguson moved to approve the minutes of the May 3, 2022 Regular City Council Meeting. Councilman Hopkins seconded the motion. On roll call, all present voted yes. Motion passed.

Accounts Payable

Councilwoman Ferguson moved to approve the Accounts Payable in the amount of $2,515,120.61. Councilman Hopkins seconded the motion. On roll call, all present voted yes. Motion passed.

Public Presentation

Mayor Haleblian asked if there was anyone in the public who wished to make a public presentation regarding an item not on the agenda.

Bob Blazier, resident of 933 Wedgewood Drive, thanked the City Council for honoring him with an Honorary Street Designation for Williams Street at the comer of Woodstock Street and Williams Street.

The Crystal Lake Library Board members recognized Kathryn Martens for her years of service and congratulated her on her retirement. Mayor Haleblian read a proclamation for Ms. Martens on behalf of the City.

A resident expressed concern over adults handing out pamphlets to students at Crystal Lake South and Crystal Lake Central high schools. The pamphlets were from a church group and shared the group's beliefs on gay marriage, abortion, and the Book of John. He said he had contacted the schools and the Police Department and was informed there was nothing they could do. The resident asked if an ordinance could be passed to prohibit such activity. Mayor Haleblian and Councilwoman Brady said this is free speech protected by the First Amendment.

No one else wished to speak. Mayor Haleblian closed the Public Presentation portion of the meeting.

Mayor's Report

None.

City Council Reports

City Clerk Nick Kachiroubas thanked City staff for their help with the DePaul student tour this past week.

Councilwoman Brady congratulated all 2022 graduates.

Consent Agenda

Councilwoman Brady moved to approve a Consent Agenda, including Items I 1 a, I I b, 1 I c and adding Items 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, and 17. Councilman Hopkins seconded the motion.

Mayor Haleblian asked if anyone wished to speak on the Consent Agenda. No one wished to speak. On roll call, all present voted yes. Motion passed.

11 a. Approved the 2022 Johnny Appleseed Festival and Great Ball Race events, pursuant to staff recommendations.

11 b. Approved a waiver of fees for the Marine Corps League June 16, 2022 fishing derby event request at the Three Oaks Recreation Area.

11 c. Adopted a Resolution authorizing the honorary designation of Williams Street between Woodstock Street and Brink Street as Bob Blazier Drive and Williams Street between Brink Street and Crystal Lake Avenue as Ben Raue Drive.

12. Approved the Planning and Zoning Commission (PZC) recommendation and adopted an Ordinance granting the variation for 799 North Shore Drive.

13. Adopted a Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with the Woodstock Fire Rescue District for automatic aid at structure fires.

14. Awarded the bid for pavement patching to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, Chicago/and Paving and adopted a Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a one year contract with Chicago/and Paving with an option for a second year extension in the submitted bid amounts and authorize warranted completion date change orders.

15. Awarded the bid for the Municipal Complex Flooring Replacement Project to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, Red Feather Group, and adopted a Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Red Feather Group in the amount of $206,680.86 with a 10% contingency for unforeseen expenses and to approve warranted completion date extensions.

16. Awarded the bid for the purchase of Rock Salt to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, Morton Salt, and adopted a Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a one year contract with Morton Salt for the 202212023 winter season at the bid price of $86. 96 per ton.

17. Adopted a Resolution awarding a contract for thermoplastic pavement markings to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, Superior Road Striping, in the submitted bid amounts for a not-to-exceed amount of $250, 000. 00 and authorize warranted completion date change orders.

Council Inquiries and Requests

None.

Adjourn

There being no further business, Councilman Hopkins moved to adjourn the meeting at 7:42 p.m. Councilman Philpot seconded the motion. On voice vote, all present voted yes. Motion passed.

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