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REGULAR MEETING of the Council of the City of Joliet, Illinois was held on Tuesday, March 18, 2014 at 6:30 P.M. in the Council Chambers, Joliet Municipal Building, 150 W. Jefferson Street, Joliet, Illinois.

INVOCATION: Pastor Herb Brooks, Jr. St. John's Missionary Baptist Church - 104 E. Zarley Boulevard PLEDGE TO THE FLAG: I. ROLL CALL: PRESENT: Mayor Thomas Giarrante, Councilman John E. Gerl, Councilman

Larry E. Hug, Councilman Jim McFarland, Councilman Terry Morris, Councilman Robert O’Dekirk, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman, Councilman Michael F. Turk.

ABSENT: None.

ALSO PRESENT: City Manager James D. Hock, Corporation Counsel Jeffrey S. Plyman.

II. APPROVAL OF AGENDA:

Motion to approve the AGENDA as written was made by Councilman Michael F. Turk. Motion seconded by Councilman Robert O’Dekirk. Motion carried by the following vote: AYES: Mayor Thomas Giarrante, Councilman John E. Gerl, Councilman Larry E.

Hug, Councilman Jim McFarland, Councilman Terry Morris, Councilman Robert O’Dekirk, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman, Councilman Michael F. Turk.

NAYS: None.

III. COUNCIL COMMITTEE REPORTS:

A. Public Service

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Councilman Turk stated the Public Service Committee met in the Executive Conference Room and reviewed the contracts, change orders, pay estimates, and final payments and found them all to be in order. He stated the Committee discussed snowplowing of City alleys and voted to leave the current policy in place. He stated the Committee also discussed salt prices for next year.

IV. CONSENT AGENDA:

A. Approval of Minutes

1. Pre-Council Meeting - March 3, 2014

3-3-14 Minutes

2. Regular Meeting - March 4, 2014

3-4-14 Minutes

The minutes of the Pre-Council Meeting of the Council of the City of Joliet, Illinois held on Monday, March 3, 2014 at 5:30 p.m. and of the Regular Meeting of the Council of the City of Joliet, Illinois held on Tuesday, March 4, 2014 at 6:30 p.m. stand approve as recorded.

B. COUNCIL MEMO #115-14: Regular Payroll for February 7 - February 20,

2014 - $3,151,448.97

COUNCIL MEMO 115-14

The Biweekly Payroll Summary Reports of the total cost of regular salaries for the period February 7 through February 20, 2014, including a Summary of Overtime and an Overtime Budget Status Report were accompanied by a recommendation from the City Manager that said Regular Payroll be approved.

C. Treasurer's Disbursements - February, 2014 - $11,101,546.50

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TREASURERS DISBURSEMENTS

A communication from the City Manager contained his recommendation that the report be received and placed on file.

D. Regular Claims - February, 2014 - $2,911,209.25

REGULAR CLAIMS

A communication from the City Manager contained his recommendation that the report be received and placed on file.

E. Treasurer's Report - January, 2014

TREASURERS REPORT

A communication from the City Manager contained his recommendation that the report be received and placed on file.

F. COUNCIL MEMO #116-14: Position Vacancies

COUNCIL MEMO 116-14

A communication from the City Manager contained his recommendation that he be authorized to: 1) Fill five entry-level, previously unfilled, Patrol Officer positions.

G. Appointment of Mayor Pro-Tem

Appoint Councilman Jim McFarland as Mayor Pro-Tem for the period April 1 through June 30, 2014.

Motion to concur in the recommendations of the City Manager was made by Councilman Larry E. Hug. Motion seconded by Councilman Michael F. Turk. Motion carried by the following vote:

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AYES: Mayor Thomas Giarrante, Councilman John E. Gerl, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilman Jim McFarland, Councilman Terry Morris, Councilman Robert O’Dekirk, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman, Councilman Michael F. Turk.

NAYS: None. V. PUBLIC HEARINGS:

None VI. ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS:

A. ORDINANCES:

1. COUNCIL MEMO #117-14: Ordinance Approving the Preliminary Plat of CenterPoint Intermodal Center at Joliet Subdivision Phase 9 and an Ordinance Approving the Recording Plat of CenterPoint Intermodal Center at Joliet Subdivision Phase 9

COUNCIL MEMO 117-14

a. Ordinance Approving the Preliminary Plat of CenterPoint Intermodal Center at Joliet Subdivision Phase 9

Council Memo #117-14 ORDINANCE NO. 17215

b. Ordinance Approving the Recording Plat of CenterPoint

Intermodal Center at Joliet Subdivision Phase 9

Council Memo #117-14 ORDINANCE NO. 17216

Motion to adopt COUNCIL MEMO #117-14: Ordinance Approving the Preliminary Plat of CenterPoint Intermodal Center at Joliet Subdivision Phase 9 and an Ordinance Approving the Recording Plat of CenterPoint Intermodal Center at Joliet Subdivision Phase 9 was made by Councilman Jim McFarland.

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Motion seconded by Councilman Michael F. Turk. Motion carried by the following vote: AYES: Mayor Thomas Giarrante, Councilman John E. Gerl, Councilman Larry E.

Hug, Councilman Jim McFarland, Councilman Terry Morris, Councilman Robert O’Dekirk, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman, Councilman Michael F. Turk.

NAYS: None.

2. COUNCIL MEMO #118-14: Ordinance Approving a Special Use Permit to Allow Auto Salvage and Related Sales of New and Used Auto Parts in a Tenant Space Located in an Existing Warehouse at 225 Maple Street

COUNCIL MEMO 118-14

Motion to adopt COUNCIL MEMO #118-14: Ordinance Approving a Special Use Permit to Allow Auto Salvage and Related Sales of New and Used Auto Parts in a Tenant Space Located in an Existing Warehouse at 225 Maple Street was made by Councilman Michael F. Turk. Motion seconded by Councilman John E. Gerl. Motion carried by the following vote: AYES: Mayor Thomas Giarrante, Councilman John E. Gerl, Councilman Larry E.

Hug, Councilman Jim McFarland, Councilman Terry Morris, Councilman Robert O’Dekirk, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman, Councilman Michael F. Turk.

NAYS: None. Council Memo #118-14 ORDINANCE NO. 17217

3. COUNCIL MEMO #119-14: Ordinance Approving a Variation of Use to Allow a B-3 Use (Thrift Store) in a B-1 District Located at 304 Ruby Street and an Ordinance Approving a Special Use Permit to Allow a Thrift Store in an Existing Mixed-Use Structure Located at 304 Ruby Street

COUNCIL MEMO 119-14

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a. Ordinance Approving a Variation of Use to Allow a B-3 Use

(Thrift Store) in a B-1 District Located at 304 Ruby Street

Council Memo #119-14 ORDINANCE NO. 17218

b. Ordinance Approving a Special Use Permit to Allow a Thrift

Store in an Existing Mixed-Use Structure Located at 304 Ruby Street

Council Memo #119-14 ORDINANCE NO. 17219

Motion to adopt COUNCIL MEMO #119-14: Ordinance Approving a Variation of Use to Allow a B-3 Use (Thrift Store) in a B-1 District Located at 304 Ruby Street and an Ordinance Approving a Special Use Permit to Allow a Thrift Store in an Existing Mixed-Use Structure Located at 304 Ruby Street was made by Councilman Michael F. Turk. Motion seconded by Councilman Robert O’Dekirk. Motion carried by the following vote: AYES: Mayor Thomas Giarrante, Councilman John E. Gerl, Councilman Larry E.

Hug, Councilman Jim McFarland, Councilman Terry Morris, Councilman Robert O’Dekirk, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman, Councilman Michael F. Turk.

NAYS: None.

4. COUNCIL MEMO #120-14: Ordinance Approving a Special Use Permit to Allow Operation of a Public Auto Service Garage in an Existing Warehouse Located at 2402 McDonough Street

COUNCIL MEMO 120-14

Motion to adopt COUNCIL MEMO #120-14: Ordinance Approving a Special Use Permit to Allow Operation of a Public Auto Service Garage in an Existing Warehouse Located at 2402 McDonough Street was made by Councilman Larry E. Hug. Motion seconded by Councilman John E. Gerl.

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Motion carried by the following vote: AYES: Mayor Thomas Giarrante, Councilman John E. Gerl, Councilman Larry E.

Hug, Councilman Jim McFarland, Councilman Terry Morris, Councilman Robert O’Dekirk, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman, Councilman Michael F. Turk.

NAYS: None. Council Memo #120-14 ORDINANCE NO. 17220

5. COUNCIL MEMO #121-14: Ordinance Authorizing the Ceding of Joliet's 2014 Volume Cap to Will-Kankakee Regional Development Authority (WKRDA) and the Assist/Mortgage Credit Certificate Program

COUNCIL MEMO 121-14

Ms. Rosi Verdin, Community Leading Specialist - Bridgeview Bank, addressed the Mayor and Council regarding the Illinois Assist/Mortgage Credit Certificate Program. Ms. Verdin stated this is grant money for a down payment or closing costs. Ms. Verdin explained the qualifications for the grant program.

Motion to adopt COUNCIL MEMO #121-14: Ordinance Authorizing the Ceding of Joliet's 2014 Volume Cap to Will-Kankakee Regional Development Authority (WKRDA) and the Assist/Mortgage Credit Certificate Program was made by Councilman John E. Gerl. Motion seconded by Councilman Jim McFarland. Motion carried by the following vote: AYES: Mayor Thomas Giarrante, Councilman John E. Gerl, Councilman Larry E.

Hug, Councilman Jim McFarland, Councilman Terry Morris, Councilman Robert O’Dekirk, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman, Councilman Michael F. Turk.

NAYS: None. Council Memo #121-14 ORDINANCE NO. 17221

6. COUNCIL MEMO #122-14: Ordinance Amending the Subdivision

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Regulations Requiring the Transfer of Common Area Land to Homeowner Associations

COUNCIL MEMO 122-14

Motion to adopt COUNCIL MEMO #122-14: Ordinance Amending the Subdivision Regulations Requiring the Transfer of Common Area Land to Homeowner Associations was made by Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman. Motion seconded by Councilman Michael F. Turk. Motion carried by the following vote: AYES: Mayor Thomas Giarrante, Councilman John E. Gerl, Councilman Larry E.

Hug, Councilman Jim McFarland, Councilman Terry Morris, Councilman Robert O’Dekirk, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman, Councilman Michael F. Turk.

NAYS: None. Council Memo #122-14 ORDINANCE NO. 17222

B. RESOLUTIONS:

1. COUNCIL MEMO #123-14: Resolution Authorizing the Sale of Property Located at 410 Franklin Street

COUNCIL MEMO 123-14

Mr. Jeff Gregory, owner of Realty Executive Success, addressed the Mayor and Council regarding the new owner of 410 Franklin Street and the Neighborhood Stabilization Program.

Ms. Jaquetta Westley thanked the Mayor and Council for helping her obtain 410 Franklin Street through the Neighborhood Stabilization Program.

Motion to adopt COUNCIL MEMO #123-14: Resolution Authorizing the Sale of Property Located at 410 Franklin Street was made by Councilman Robert O’Dekirk. Motion seconded by Councilman Larry E. Hug.

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Motion carried by the following vote: AYES: Mayor Thomas Giarrante, Councilman John E. Gerl, Councilman Larry E.

Hug, Councilman Jim McFarland, Councilman Terry Morris, Councilman Robert O’Dekirk, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman, Councilman Michael F. Turk.

NAYS: None. Council Memo #123-14 RESOLUTION NO. 6760

2. COUNCIL MEMO #124-14: Resolution Authorizing the Acquisition of 913 McKinley Street

COUNCIL MEMO 124-14

Motion to adopt COUNCIL MEMO #124-14: Resolution Authorizing the Acquisition of 913 McKinley Street was made by Councilman Jim McFarland. Motion seconded by Councilman Michael F. Turk. Motion carried by the following vote: AYES: Mayor Thomas Giarrante, Councilman John E. Gerl, Councilman Larry E.

Hug, Councilman Jim McFarland, Councilman Terry Morris, Councilman Robert O’Dekirk, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman, Councilman Michael F. Turk.

NAYS: None. Council Memo #124-14 RESOLUTION NO. 6761

3. COUNCIL MEMO #125-14: Resolution Authorizing the Purchase of the Southwest Corner of Jefferson Street and Mayor Art Schultz Drive from BNSF Railway Company for the Multi-Modal Transportation Center Project

COUNCIL MEMO 125-14

Motion to adopt COUNCIL MEMO #125-14: Resolution Authorizing the Purchase of the Southwest Corner of Jefferson Street and Mayor Art Schultz Drive from BNSF Railway Company for the Multi-Modal Transportation Center Project was made by Councilman Jim McFarland.

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Motion seconded by Councilman Robert O’Dekirk. Motion carried by the following vote: AYES: Mayor Thomas Giarrante, Councilman John E. Gerl, Councilman Larry E.

Hug, Councilman Jim McFarland, Councilman Terry Morris, Councilman Robert O’Dekirk, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman, Councilman Michael F. Turk.

NAYS: None. Council Memo #125-14 RESOLUTION NO. 6762 VII. BIDS AND CONTRACTS:

A. AWARD OF CONTRACTS:

1. COUNCIL MEMO #127-14: Request for Authorization to Award a Contract for the Downtown Joliet City Center Master Plan

COUNCIL MEMO 127-14

The City Manager explained Council Memo #127-14.

Mr. Les Pollack, Principal in Charge - Camiros Consultant Group, and Aaron Gruen, Principal Economist - Gruen Gruen Associates, addressed the Mayor and Council regarding their involvement in the Downtown Joliet City Center Master Plan.

Councilman Gerl asked who will be responsible for the implementation of the City Center Master Plan and for regular updates on the plan for accountability.

Councilman Hug inquired about an overall budget for the City Center Master Plan and a marketing program.

Councilman McFarland inquired about the status of the Will County Courthouse and the effects on the City Center Master Plan.

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Mr. Herbert Brooks, Will County Board, addressed the Mayor and Council concerning a study and Will County being the County Seat.

Ms. Pam Owens, City Center Partnership, addressed the Mayor and Council regarding the Downtown Joliet City Center Master Plan.

A communication from the City Manager contained his recommendation that the Mayor and Council approve the agreement between the City of Joliet and Camiros Consultant Group and authorize the Mayor to sign the agreement.

2. COUNCIL MEMO #128-14: Request Authorization to Approve a

Professional Services Agreement for the Aux Sable Wastewater Treatment Plant West Basin Flow Monitoring Project

COUNCIL MEMO 128-14

A communication from the City Manager contained his recommendation that the Mayor and Council approve the Professional Services Agreement for the Aux Sable WWTP West Basin Flow Monitoring project, in the amount of $76,060.00, on behalf of RJN Group Inc.

3. COUNCIL MEMO #129-14: Request for Authorization to Purchase

Bulk Road Salt for the 2014 - 2015 Winter Season - Roadways Division

COUNCIL MEMO 129-14

A communication from the City Manager contained his recommendation that the Mayor and Council approve the purchase of approximately 6,000 tons of road salt, for a total cost of $411,900.00, from North American Salt.

4. COUNCIL MEMO #130-14: Request for Authorization to Award a

Contract for the 2014 Utilities Restoration Program - Phase I

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COUNCIL MEMO 130-14

A communication from the City Manager contained his recommendation that the Mayor and Council Award the Contract for the 2014 Utilities Restoration Program Phase I Contract, in the amount of $372,930.00, on behalf of Strada Construction Co.

5. COUNCIL MEMO #131-14: Request for Authorization to Award a

Contract for the 2014 Sewer Root Control Program

COUNCIL MEMO 131-14

A communication from the City Manager contained his recommendation that the Mayor and Council Award the Contract for the 2014 Sewer Root Control Program, in the amount of $97,009.00, to Duke's Root Control.

6. COUNCIL MEMO #132-14: Request for Authorization to Award a

Contract for the Emergency Repair and Reinstallation of Well 30D

COUNCIL MEMO 132-14

A communication from the City Manager contained his recommendation that the Mayor and Council award an emergency contract to perform the necessary tasks to return Well 30D to service, in the amount of $46,380.00, on behalf of Layne Christensen Company Inc.

7. COUNCIL MEMO #133-14: Request for Authorization to Award

Contracts for Internet Services

REVISED COUNCIL MEMO 133-14

A communication from the City Manager contained his recommendation that the Mayor and Council award a 3-year contract for secondary Internet access service to business only broadband, the low-cost bidder, in the mount of $63,000.00 ($1,750.00 per month of

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$21,000.00 per year) and continue to pay incumbent supplier Comcast for the balance of their contract the expires in December 2014 in the amount of $30,600.00 ($2,550.00 per month).

8. COUNCIL MEMO #134-14: Request for Authorization to Award a

Contract for SunGuard Public Sector Software Maintenance and Support Services

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A communication from the City Manager contained his recommendation that the Mayor and Council award a contract to SunGard Public Sector in an amount not to exceed $180,000 ($5,000 per month or $60,000 per year) to cover the cost of SunGard software maintenance and support charges during the planned 3-year conversion to Tyler Munis.

9. COUNCIL MEMO #135-14: Request for Authorization to Award a

Contract to Retain a Payroll Consultant

COUNCIL MEMO 135-14

Motion to table COUNCIL MEMO #135-14: Request for Authorization to Award a Contract to Retain a Payroll Consultant to the April 1, 2014 City Council Meeting was made by Councilman Larry E. Hug. Motion seconded by Councilman Jim McFarland. Motion carried by the following vote: AYES: Mayor Thomas Giarrante, Councilman John E. Gerl, Councilman Larry E.

Hug, Councilman Jim McFarland, Councilman Terry Morris, Councilman Robert O’Dekirk, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman, Councilman Michael F. Turk.

NAYS: None.

Motion to approve Council Memos #127-14 through #134-14 was made by Councilman John E. Gerl.

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Motion seconded by Councilman Robert O’Dekirk. Motion carried by the following vote: AYES: Mayor Thomas Giarrante, Councilman John E. Gerl, Councilman Larry E.

Hug, Councilman Jim McFarland, Councilman Terry Morris, Councilman Robert O’Dekirk, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman, Councilman Michael F. Turk.

NAYS: None.

B. AMENDMENTS, CHANGE ORDERS AND PAYMENTS:

1. COUNCIL MEMO #137-14: Request Authorization to Approve Payment for Emergency Removal of Well 30D

COUNCIL MEMO 137-14

A communication from the City Manager contained his recommendation that the Mayor and Council take the following actions: 1) Approve the increase to Purchase Order No. 126780, in the amount of $18,224.00, for the emergency removal of Well 30D and 2) Approve payment, in the amount of $28,224.00, on behalf of Layne Christensen Company Inc.

2. COUNCIL MEMO #138-14: Request Authorization to Approve

Change Order No. 2 and Payment Request No. 6 and Final for the 2013 MFT Roadways Resurfacing Contract

COUNCIL MEMO 138-14

A communication from the City Manager contained his recommendation that the Mayor and Council take the following actions: 1) Approve Change Order No. 2, a net deduction in the amount of ($209,326.64), from the 2013 MFT Roadways Resurfacing Contract and 2) Approve Payment Request No. 6 and Final, in the amount of $100,633.96, on behalf of P. T. Ferro Construction Co.

3. COUNCIL MEMO #139-14: Request Authorization to Approve

Change Order No. 1 and Payment Request No. 5 and Final for the

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2013 MFT Roadways Resurfacing Contact Phase II

COUNCIL MEMO 139-14

A communication from the City Manager contained his recommendation that the Mayor and Council take the following actions: 1) Approve Change Order No. 1, a net deduction in the amount of ($8,060.44), to the MFT Roadways Resurfacing Contract Phase II and 2) Approve Payment Request No. 5 and Final, in the amount of $7,013.63, on behalf of P. T. Ferro Construction Co.

Motion to approve Council Memos #137-14 through #139-14 was made by Councilman Michael F. Turk. Motion seconded by Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman. Motion carried by the following vote: AYES: Mayor Thomas Giarrante, Councilman John E. Gerl, Councilman Larry E.

Hug, Councilman Jim McFarland, Councilman Terry Morris, Councilman Robert O’Dekirk, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman, Councilman Michael F. Turk.

NAYS: None.

VIII. LICENSES AND PERMIT APPLICATIONS:

A. COUNCIL MEMO #141-14: Issuance of a Class "E" Liquor License at 1030 N. Hickory - El Huichol De Don Memo

COUNCIL MEMO 141-14 A communication from the Liquor Commissioner regarding the application of Juan G. Cervantes (El Huichol de Don Memo JC, Corp.) d/b/a El Huichol de Don Memo for the issuance of a Class “E” Liquor License (Restaurant or Hotel) at 1030 N. Hickory Street contained his recommendation that the issuance of this license is in the best interest of the City, and therefore, approval is recommended.

Motion to concur in the recommendation of the Liquor Commissioner was made by Councilman Michael F. Turk.

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Motion seconded by Councilman Robert O’Dekirk. Motion carried by the following vote: AYES: Mayor Thomas Giarrante, Councilman John E. Gerl, Councilman Larry E.

Hug, Councilman Jim McFarland, Councilman Terry Morris, Councilman Robert O’Dekirk, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman, Councilman Michael F. Turk.

NAYS: None. IX. MAYOR:

A. Mayor Giarrante - Appointments

1. John C. Chow to Joliet Historic Preservation Commission

APPOINTMENT

Motion to approve the appointment of John C. Chow to the Joliet Historic Preservation Commission was made by Councilman Michael F. Turk. Motion seconded by Councilman Robert O’Dekirk. Motion carried by the following vote: AYES: Mayor Thomas Giarrante, Councilman John E. Gerl, Councilman Larry E.

Hug, Councilman Jim McFarland, Councilman Terry Morris, Councilman Robert O’Dekirk, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman, Councilman Michael F. Turk.

NAYS: None. X. CITY MANAGER:

None XI. NEW BUSINESS (Not For Final Action Or Recommendation):

Councilman Hug asked the Mayor if there will be a public meeting, which would include discussion of names, for Councilwoman Barber's replacement.

Mayor Giarrante stated any interested parties may email or drop off their resumes with the Mayor's Office.

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XII. MAYOR AND COUNCIL COMMENTS:

Mr. Alex Ledesma asked to address the Mayor and Council.

Motion to approve Mr. Alex Ledesma, 422 Columbia Street, to address the Mayor and Council was made by Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman. Motion seconded by Councilman Michael F. Turk. Motion carried by the following vote: AYES: Mayor Thomas Giarrante, Councilman John E. Gerl, Councilman Larry E.

Hug, Councilman Jim McFarland, Councilman Terry Morris, Councilman Robert O’Dekirk, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman, Councilman Michael F. Turk.

NAYS: None.

Mr. Alex Ledesma, 422 Columbia Street, stated he is personally presenting his resume to the Mayor and Council to represent District 4. XIII. ADJOURNMENT:

Motion to adjourn was made by Councilman Michael F. Turk. Motion seconded by Councilman Robert O’Dekirk. Motion carried by the following vote: AYES: Mayor Thomas Giarrante, Councilman John E. Gerl, Councilman Larry E.

Hug, Councilman Jim McFarland, Councilman Terry Morris, Councilman Robert O’Dekirk, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman, Councilman Michael F. Turk.

NAYS: None.

_________________________________ CHRISTA M. DESIDERIO City Clerk