HomeMy WebLinkAboutES 2014EXECUTIVE SESSION
January 8, 2014
The Council went into Executive Session at 6:25 p.m. Present: Councilmembers Dunne, Gavin,
Moeller, Powell, Prigge, Rauschenberger, Shaw, Steffen, and Mayor Kaptain. Absent: None.
PENDING, PROBABLE OR IMMINENT LITIGATIONAGAINST, AFFECTING, OR ON
BEHALF OF THE PUBLIC BODY BEFORE A COURT OR ADMINISTRATIVE
TRIBUNAL - EXEMPT UNDER SECTION 12012(C) (11) OF THE OPEN MEETINGS
ACT
1. TLC Preananey Services etc.et al v City of Elgin —Case No. 13 CV 01759
Corporation Counsel Cogley provided information regarding the recent developments in
the lawsuit. He reminded the council that this information must remain confidential.
Councilmember Shaw made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Moeller, to authorize
corporation counsel to negotiate a potential settlement with TLC Pregnancy Services within the
terms outlined. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Dunne, Gavin, Moeller,
Rauschenberg, Shaw, Steffen, and Mayor Kaptain. Nays: Councilmembers Powell and Prigge
Adiournment
Councilmember Moeller made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Shaw, to adjourn the
meeting. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Dunne, Gavin, Moeller, Powell, Prigge,
Rauschenberger, Shaw, Steffen, and Mayor Kaptain. Nays: None
The meeting adjourned at 6:54 p.m.
s/Kimberly Dewis
Kimberly Dewis, City Clerk
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August 13, 2014
Date Approved
EXECUTIVE SESSION
January 22, 2014
The Council went into Executive Session at 9:30 p.m. Present: Councilmembers Dunne, Gavin,
Moeller, Powell, Prigge, Rauschenberger, Shaw, Steffen, and Mayor Kaptain. Absent: None.
ESTABLISHMENT OF RESERVES OR SETTLEMENT OF CLAIMS AS PROVIDED IN THE
LOCAL GOVERNMENTAL AND GOVERNMENTAL EMPLOYEES TORT IMMUNITY ACT -
EXEMPT UNDER SECTION 120/2(C)(12) OF THE OPEN MEETINGS ACT
1. Workers Compensations Claim of Christopher Harris —Case No. 13 WC 024987
Corporation Counsel Cogley outlined the case and the recommended settlement agreement.
Councilmember Shaw made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Moeller, to approve the
proposed settlement of workers compensation claim of Christopher Harris — Case No. 13 WC
024987. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Dunne, Gavin, Moeller, Powell, Prigge,
Rauschenberger, Steffen, and Mayor Kaptain.
DISCUSSION OF MINUTES OF MEETINGS LAWFULLY CLOSED UNDER THIS ACT
- EXEMPT UNDER SECTION 12012(C)21) OF THE OPEN MEETINGS ACT
2. Approval of July 2013 through December 2013 Executive Session Minutes and
Consideration of Release of Minutes Not Previously Released
Councilmember Shaw made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Dunne to approve July
2013 through December 2013 Executive Session minutes with portions noted to remain
confidential. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Dunne, Gavin, Moeller, Powell,
Prigge, Rauschenberger, Shaw, Steffen, and Mayor Kaptain. Nays: None
PENDING, PROBABLE OR IMMINENT LITIGATIONAGAINST, AFFECTING, OR ON
BEHALF OF THE PUBLIC BODY BEFORE A COURT OR ADMINISTRATIVE
TRIBUNAL - EXEMPT UNDER SECTION 12012(C)(11) OF THE OPEN MEETINGS
ACT
3. TLC Pregnancy Services, etc.et al v City of Elgin — Case No. 13 CV 01759
Corporation Counsel Cogley provided information regarding the recent developments in
the lawsuit. He reminded the council that this information must remain confidential.
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Adjournment
Councilmember Shaw made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Moeller, to adjourn the
meeting. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Dunne, Gavin, Moeller, Powell, Prigge,
Rauschenberger, Shaw, Steffen, and Mayor Kaptain. Nays: None
The meeting adjourned at 10:12 p.m.
s /Kimberly Dewis August 13, 2014
Kimberly Dewis, City Clerk Date Approved
EXECUTIVE SESSION
February 12,2014
The Council went into Executive Session at 8:16 p.m. Present: Councilmembers Dunne, Gavin,
Moeller, Powell, Prigge, Rauschenberger, Shaw, Steffen, and Mayor Kaptain. Absent: None.
ESTABLISHMENT OF RESERVES OR SETTLEMENT OF CLAIMS AS PROVIDED IN THE
LOCAL GOVERNMENTAL AND GOVERNMENTAL EMPLOYEES TORT IMMUNITYACT -
EXEMPT UNDER SECTION 12012(C)(12) OF THE OPEN MEETINGS ACT
1. Workers Compensations Claim of Edward Swierbinski —Case No. 11 WC 9210
Corporation Counsel Cogley outlined the case and the recommended settlement agreement.
Councilmember Dunne made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Steffen, to approve the
proposed settlement of workers compensation claim of Edward Swierbinski — Case No. 11 WC
9210. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Dunne, Gavin, Moeller, Powell, Prigge,
Rauschenberger, Steffen, and Mayor Kaptain.
PENDING, PROBABLE OR IMMINENT LITIGATIONAGAINST, AFFECTING, OR ON
BEHALF OF THE PUBLIC BODY BEFORE A COURT OR ADMINISTRATIVE
TRIBUNAL - EXEMPT UNDER SECTION 120/2(C)(11) OF THE OPEN MEETINGS
ACT
2. Colin Fleury v. Mascote — Case No. 08 LK 393
Corporation Counsel Cogley outlined the case and the recommended settlement agreement.
Councilmember Gavin made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Dunne, to approve the
proposed settlement of the Colin Fleury v. Mascote — Case No. 08 LK 393. Upon a roll call
vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Dunne, Gavin, Moeller, Powell, Prigge, Rauschenberger, Steffen,
and Mayor Kaptain.
SELECTION OF A PERSON TO FILL A VACANT OFFICE, INCLUDING A VACANCY INA
PUBLIC OFFICE, WHEN THE PUBLIC BODY IS GIVEN POWER TO APPOINT UNDER
LAW OR ORDINANCE, OR THE DISCIPLINE, PERFORMANCE OR REMOVAL OF THE
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OCCUPANT OF A PUBLIC OFFICE, WHEN THE PUBLIC BODY IS GIVEN POWER TO
REMOVE THE OCCUPANT UNDER LAW OR ORDINANCE -EXEMPT UNDER SECTION
12012(C) (3) OF THE OPEN MEETINGS ACT
3. Appointment to Various Boards and Commissions
Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Commission
Councilmember Moeller made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Steffen, to reappoint Jerry
Turnquist to the Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Commissionfor a term to expire September 30,
2016. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Dunne, Gavin, Moeller, Powell, Prigge,
Rauschenberg, Shaw, Steffen, and Mayor Kaptain.
Image Advisory Commission
Councilmember Dunne made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Gavin, to appoint Richard
Sherman to the Image Advisory Commission for a term to expire May 1, 2017. Upon a roll call
vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Dunne, Gavin, Moeller, Powell, Prigge, Rauschenberg, Shaw,
Steffen, and Mayor Kaptain.
Sustainability Commission
Councilmember Prigge made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Gavin, to appoint Melissa
Hernandez to the Sustainability Commission for a term to expire June 1, 2016. Upon a roll call
vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Dunne, Gavin, Moeller, Powell, Prigge, Rauschenberg, Shaw,
Steffen, and Mayor Kaptain.
Cultural Arts Commission
Councilmember Powell made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Gavin, to appoint Gail
Azinger to the Cultural Arts Commission for a term to expire November 1, 2015 and to appoint
Erin Rehberg to the Cultural Arts Commission for a term to expire November 1, 2016. Upon a
roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Dunne, Gavin, Moeller, Powell, Prigge, Rauschenberg,
Shaw, Steffen, and Mayor Kaptain.
Adjournment
Councilmember Moeller made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Dunne, to adjourn the
meeting. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Dunne, Gavin, Moeller, Powell, Prigge,
Rauschenberger, Shaw, Steffen, and Mayor Kaptain. Nays: None
The meeting adjourned at 8:30 p.m.
s /Kimberly Dewis
Kimberly Dewis, City Clerk
August 13, 2014
Date Approved
EXECUTIVE SESSION
April 9, 2014
The Council went into Executive Session at 9:00 p.m. Present: Councilmembers Dunne, Gavin,
Powell, Prigge, Rauschenberger, Shaw, Steffen, and Mayor Kaptain. Absent: None.
SELECTION OF A PERSON TO FILL A PUBLIC OFFICE, INCLUDING A VACANCY IN A
PUBLIC OFFICE, WHEN THE PUBLIC BODY IS GIVEN POWER TO APPOINT UNDER
LAW OR ORDINANCE, OR THE DISCIPLINE, PERFORMANCE OR REMOVAL OF THE
OCCUPANT OF A PUBLIC OFFICE, WHEN THE PUBLIC BODY IS GIVEN POWER TO
REMOVE THE OCCUPANT UNDER LAW OR ORDINANCE - EXEMPT UNDER SECTION
12012(C)(3) OF THE OPEN MEETINGS ACT
1. Replacement of a Councilverson
Mayor Kaptain discussed that he had been contacted by potential candidates to fill the council
vacancy. The discussion included whether the council would like to fill the vacancy and the
need for an application process and whether the council wanted to have an application process to
fill the council seat. The discussion continued among councilmembers as to a potential
application process and whether or not to fill the vacant council seat.
Councilmember Shaw made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Gavin, to not fill the vacant
councilperson position at this time. A discussion was conducted on the motion. Upon a roll call
vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Gavin, Prigge, and Shaw. Nays: Councilmembers Dunne, Powell,
Rauschenberger, Steffen, and Mayor Kaptain.
A further discussion was conducted to move forward to fill the council seat and a potential
application process. Councilmember Powell made a motion, seconded by Councilmember
Steffen, to move forward with an application process to fill the vacant council seat. Upon a roll
call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Dunne, Powell, Rauschenberger, Steffen, and Mayor Kaptain.
Nays: Councilmembers Gavin, Prigge, and Shaw.
THE PURCHASE OR LEASE OF REAL PROPERTY FOR THE USE OF THE PUBLIC BODY,
INCLUDING MEETINGS HELD FOR THE PURPOSE OF DISCUSSING WHETHER A
PARTICULAR PARCEL SHOULD BE ACQUIRED - EXEMPT UNDER SECTION 12012(c)(5)
OF THE OPEN MEETINGS ACT
2. Proposed Purchase of 266 N. State Street
Corporation Counsel Cogley outlined the history of the property and the details of its current
condition. Discussion was conducted on the proposed purchase of the property.
Councilmember Dunne made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Shaw, to approve the
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proposed purchase of 266 N. State Street. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Dunne,
Gavin, Powell, Prigge, Rauschenberger, Steffen, and Mayor Kaptain.
Adiournment
Councilmember Steffen made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Dunne, to adjourn the
meeting. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Dunne, Gavin, Powell, Prigge,
Rauschenberger, Shaw, Steffen, and Mayor Kaptain. Nays: None
The meeting adjourned at 9:43 p.m.
s/KimberlyDewis
Kimberly Dewis, City Clerk
August 13, 2014
Date Approved
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING
April 23, 2014
The regular Committee of the Whole meeting was called to order by Mayor Kaptain at 6:00 p.m.
in the Council Chambers. Present: Councilmembers Dunne, Gavin, Powell, Prigge,
Rauschenberger, Shaw, Steffen, and Mayor Kaptain. Absent: None.
Approval of Minutes
Councilmember Dunne made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Shaw, to approve the
minutes of the April 9, 2014, regular meeting. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers
Dunne, Gavin, Powell, Prigge, Rauschenberger, Shaw, Steffen, and Mayor Kaptain. Nays:
None.
Elgin Chamber of Commerce Presentation
Carol Gieske, President of the Elgin Chamber of Commerce, and Terry Royer, President of
Winergy Drive Systems Corporation, provided highlights of projects, developments, and
accomplishments of the Chamber over the past year. A copy of the presentation is on file in the
City Clerk's office.
There was discussion regarding the impact on developments due to Chamber involvement, as
well as questions about participating in the internship program and small business forums.
Downtown Neighborhood Association Presentation
Deirdre White, Executive Director, and Don Obenauf, Economic Development for the
Downtown Neighborhood Association, presented the DNA's accomplishments for the past year
and the success of its incentive programs for projecting signs and grease traps. A copy of the
presentation is on file in the City Clerk's office.
There was discussion regarding the progress of the proposed Special Service Area, a program
called First Fridays, the number of businesses opened in the last year, and addressing empty store
fronts.
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Adiournment
Councilmember Gavin made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Steffen, to adjourn the
meeting to and reconvene after the City Council meeting. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas:
Councilmembers Dunne, Gavin, Powell, Prigge, Rauschenberger, Shaw, Steffen, and Mayor
Kaptain. Nays: None.
The meeting adjourned at 7:28 p.m.
Reconvene
The meeting reconvened at 8:27 p.m.
Councilmember Gavin made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Steffen, to reconvene the
April 23, 2014, regular meeting of the Committee of the Whole. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas:
Councilmembers Dunne, Gavin, Powell, Prigge, Rauschenberger, Shaw, Steffen, and Mayor
Kaptain. Nays: None.
Consideration of Engineering Services Agreement with HR Green, Inc. for the 2014 — 2017
Bridge Inspection Program
Councilmember Dunne made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Gavin, to approve an
agreement with HR Green, Inc. in the amount of $84,893 to provide mandatory inspection and
insure quality infrastructure to maintain the city's investment in the highway bridges. Upon a roll
call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Dunne, Gavin, Powell, Prigge, Rauschenberger, Shaw,
Steffen, and Mayor Kaptain. Nays: None.
Consideration of Amendment to Ordinance 11.60.066, Limited Parking Areas, to Reflect
Changes to the Odd -Even Parking Penalty Structure
There was discussion regarding the effective date of the ordinance, how the neighborhoods
would be considered, and how enforcement would be implemented.
Councilmember Gavin made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Steffen, to approve moving
forward with an amendment to the Elgin Municipal Code to align parking penalties with all other
city -wide fines pertaining to parking violations with the exception of fire and handicapped zones.
Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Dunne, Gavin, Powell, Prigge, Rauschenberger,
Shaw, Steffen, and Mayor Kaptain. Nays: None.
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Consideration of Selection Process to Fill City Council Vacanc
Corporation Counsel Cogley explained the statute that pertains to a vacancy on the City Council
under these circumstances. He explained that the city council could choose to appoint a
replacement, meeting the qualifications as if they were elected, with a majority vote. Mr. Cogley
noted that there is no legal obligation to fill the vacant council seat in this situation.
There were discussions regarding the merits of filling the seat now or leaving the seat vacant
until the upcoming 2015 election. It was suggested that the procedures for filling a vacant
council seat be documented in case they are needed in the future.
Councilmember Steffen made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Powell, to hold a special
meeting in executive session on April 30, 2014, at 4:30 p.m. for the purpose of identifying those
applicants to be interviewed for the vacancy on the city council and to hold a special meeting in
executive session on May 7, 2014, at 7:00 p.m. for the purpose of conducting interviews with
finalists that are selected and also if warranted further discussion on a possible selection for the
council vacancy. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Dunne, Powell, Rauschenberger,
Steffen, and Mayor Kaptain. Nays: Councilmembers Gavin, Prigge, and Shaw.
Announcements from Council
Councilmember Dunne announced that at 5:30 p.m. on May 8, 2014, the Girl Scouts would be
holding a program at the Fox River Room at the Grand Victoria.
Councilmember Dunne noted there would be a forum held at the Hemmens Cultural Center at
7:00 p.m. on April 24, 2014, regarding the Com Ed Gateway Project.
Councilmember Prigge reminded residents of the Pet Health Event at the Hemmens Cultural
Center from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. on April 26, 2014.
Councilmember Prigge announced the Waste Transfer Station on Gifford Road would hold a
drop off day for excess trash on April 26, 2014, from 8:00 a.m.to 2:00 p.m. for Elgin residents.
Councilmember Rauschenberger announced a Mortgage Relief Event to be held at Elgin
Community College from 9:00 a.m.to 1:00 p.m. on June 14, 2014.
Councilmember Shaw noted that Love Elgin Day would be April 26, 2014, and there were still
volunteer opportunities for people who were interested.
Mayor Kaptain noted the passing of Gordon Schnulle, a lifelong resident of Elgin and veteran,
who was an active member of the community.
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Councilmember Gavin noted the passing of H. Evenelle "Becky" Demmin, an active member of
the community and of the American Legion Post #57.
Announcements from Staff
Laura Valdez- Wilson, Management Analyst in the City Manager's Office, announced upcoming
city events.
Executive Session — Cancellation
Councilmember Steffen made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Gavin, to cancel the
scheduled executive session. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Dunne, Gavin,
Powell, Prigge, Rauschenberger, Shaw, Steffen, and Mayor Kaptain. Nays: None.
Adiournment
Councilmember Powell made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Shaw, to adjourn the
meeting. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Dunne, Gavin, Powell, Prigge,
Rauschenberger, Shaw, Steffen, and Mayor Kaptain. Nays: None.
The meeting adjourned at 8:56 p.m.
s/ Kimberly Dewis May 14, 2014
Kimberly Dewis, City Clerk Date Approved
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1. Replacement of a Councilperson
Mayor Kaptain commented that there were twenty one applicants for the city council vacancy.
The purpose tonight would be to narrow the field and determine the next steps in the process.
Council members indicated what candidates they wished to interview. It was determined that
applicants Mitchell Esterino, Mohammad Iqbal, Rosamaria Martinez and Aaron Sellers would be
asked to come in for interviews on May 7, 2014 starting at 5:30p.m.
A further discussion was conducted regarding types of questions and how to notify the
candidates that were not asked to come in to be interviewed.
Adjournment
Councilmember Dunne made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Steffen, to adjourn the
meeting. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Dunne, Gavin, Powell, Prigge,
Rauschenberger, Shaw, Steffen, and Mayor Kaptain. Nays: None
The meeting adjourned at 5:20 p.m.
s/Kimberly Dewis
Kimberly Dewis, City Clerk
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August 13, 2014
Date Approved
SPECIAL COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE May 7, 2014
The special Committee of the Whole meeting was called to order by Mayor Kaptain at 5:30 p.m.
in the Council Chambers. Present: Councilmembers Dunne, Gavin, Powell, Prigge,
Rauschenberger, Shaw, Steffen, and Mayor Kaptain. Absent: None
Councilmember Gavin made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Powell, to adjourn and go
into the Executive Session for the purpose of discussing the following matters. Upon a roll call
vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Dunne, Gavin, Prigge, Rauschenberger, Shaw, Steffen, and Mayor
Kaptain. Nays: None.
Selection of a Person to Fill a Public Office, Including a Vacancy in a Public
Office, When the Public Body is Given Power to Appoint Under Law or
Ordinance, or the Discipline, Performance or Removal of the Occupant of a
Public Office, When the Public Body is Given Power to Remove the Occupant
Under Law or Ordinance - Exempt Under Section 120/2(c)(3) of the Open
Meetings Act
EXECUTIVE SESSION
May 7, 2014
The Council went into Executive Session at 4:32 p.m. Present: Councilmembers Dunne, Gavin,
Powell, Prigge, Rauschenberger, Shaw, Steffen, and Mayor Kaptain. Absent: None.
SELECTION OF A PERSON TO FILL A PUBLIC OFFICE, INCLUDING A VACANCY IN A
PUBLIC OFFICE, WHEN THE PUBLIC BODY IS GIVEN POWER TO APPOINT UNDER
LAW OR ORDINANCE, OR THE DISCIPLINE, PERFORMANCE OR REMOVAL OF THE
OCCUPANT OF A PUBLIC OFFICE, WHEN THE PUBLIC BODY IS GIVEN POWER TO
REMOVE THE OCCUPANT UNDER LAW OR ORDINANCE - EXEMPT UNDER SECTION
12012(C)(3) OF THE OPEN MEETINGS ACT
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1. Replacement of a Councilverson
Mayor Kaptain outlined how interview would proceed with the council asking certain
questions of each candidate and giving the candidates an opportunity to ask the council
questions. Each candidate interview was scheduled for an hour. After the candidates
were interviewed there was a brief discussion on each person's merits and what the next
steps in the process.
Adiournment
Councilmember Dunne made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Shaw, to adjourn the
meeting. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Dunne, Gavin, Powell, Prigge,
Rauschenberger, Shaw, Steffen, and Mayor Kaptain. Nays: None
The meeting adjourned at 9:48 p.m.
s /Kimberly Dewis August 13, 2014
Kimberly Dewis, City Clerk Date Approved
EXECUTIVE SESSION
May 14, 2014
The Council went into Executive Session at 8:25 p.m. Present: Councilmembers Dunne, Gavin,
Powell, Prigge, Rauschenberger, Shaw, Steffen, and Mayor Kaptain. Absent: None.
ESTABLISHMENT OF RESERVES OR SETTLEMENT OF CLAIMS AS PROVIDED IN THE
LOCAL GOVERNMENTAL AND GOVERNMENTAL EMPLOYEES TORT IMMUNITY ACT -
EXEMPT UNDER SECTION 12012(C)(12) OF THE OPEN MEETINGS ACT
1. Workers Compensations Claim of Leigh Rawson
Corporation Counsel Cogley outlined the case and the recommended settlement agreement.
Councilmember Dunne made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Steffen, to approve the
proposed settlement of workers compensation claim of Leigh Rawson. Upon a roll call vote:
Yeas: Councilmembers Dunne, Gavin, Powell, Prigge, Rauschenberger, Steffen, and Mayor
Kaptain.
2. Workers Compensations Claim of Robert Newby
Corporation Counsel Cogley outlined the case and the recommended settlement agreement.
Councilmember Shaw made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Powell, to approve the
proposed settlement of workers compensation claim of Robert Newby. Upon a roll call vote:
Yeas: Councilmembers Dunne, Gavin, Powell, Prigge, Rauschenberger, Steffen, and Mayor
Kaptain.
SELECTION OFA PERSON TO FILL A PUBLIC OFFICE, INCLUDING A VACANCY
IN A PUBLIC OFFICE, WHEN THE PUBLIC BODY IS GIVEN POWER TO APPOINT
UNDER LAW OR ORDINANCE, OR THE DISCIPLINE, PERFORMANCE OR
REMOVAL OF THE OCCUPANT OFA PUBLIC OFFICE, WHEN THE PUBLIC BODY
IS GIVEN POWER TO REMOVE THE OCCUPANT UNDER LAW OR ORDINANCE -
EXEMPT UNDER SECTION 12012(C)(3) OF THE OPEN MEETINGS ACT
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3. Replacement of a Councilperson
Mayor Kaptain asked each councilmember to provide their comments and feedback on
each of the candidates.
Councilmember Rauschenberger made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Powell, to
offer the council vacancy to Rosamaria Martinez. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas:
Councilmembers Dunne, Powell, Rauschenberger, Steffen, and Mayor Kaptain. Nays:
Councilmember Gavin and Prigge. Abstain: Councilmember Shaw.
Adjournment
Councilmember Dunne made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Shaw, to adjourn the
meeting. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Dunne, Gavin, Powell, Prigge,
Rauschenberger, Shaw, Steffen, and Mayor Kaptain. Nays: None
The meeting adjourned at 8:45 p.m.
s /Kimberly Dewis August 13, 2014
Kimberly Dewis, City Clerk Date Approved
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EXECUTIVE SESSION
June 11, 2014
The Council went into Executive Session at 8:17 p.m. Present: Councilmembers Dunne, Gavin,
Martinez, Powell, Prigge, Rauschenberger, Shaw, Steffen, and Mayor Kaptain. Absent: None.
ESTABLISHMENT OF RESERVES OR SETTLEMENT OF CLAIMS AS PROVIDED IN THE
LOCAL GOVERNMENTAL AND GOVERNMENTAL EMPLOYEES TORT IMMUNITY ACT -
EXEMPT UNDER SECTION 12012(C)(12) OF THE OPEN MEETINGS ACT
1. Workers Compensations Claim of Heather Farrell Case No 12 WC 43551
Corporation Counsel Cogley outlined the case and the recommended settlement agreement.
Councilmember Gavin made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Steffen, to approve the
proposed settlement of workers compensation claim of Heather Farrell. Upon a roll call vote:
Yeas: Councilmembers Dunne, Gavin, Martinez, Powell, Prigge, Rauschenberger, Steffen, and
Mayor Kaptain.
Adjournment
Councilmember Dunne made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Martinez, to adjourn the
meeting. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Dunne, Gavin, Martinez, Powell, Prigge,
Rauschenberger, Shaw, Steffen, and Mayor Kaptain. Nays: None
The meeting adjourned at 8:20 p.m.
s/Kimberly Dewis
Kimberly Dewis, City Clerk
August 13, 2014
Date Approved
EXECUTIVE SESSION
June 25, 2014
The Council went into Executive Session at 8:35 p.m. Present: Councilmembers Dunne, Gavin,
Martinez, Powell, Prigge, Rauschenberger, Shaw, Steffen, and Mayor Kaptain. Absent: None.
ESTABLISHMENT OF RESERVES OR SETTLEMENT OF CLAIMS AS PROVIDED IN THE
LOCAL GOVERNMENTAL AND GOVERNMENTAL EMPLOYEES TORT IMMUNITY ACT -
EXEMPT UNDER SECTION 120/2(C)(12) OF THE OPEN MEETINGS ACT
1. Workers Compensations Claim of Jason Morales Case No 13 WC 13478
Corporation Counsel Cogley outlined the case and the recommended settlement agreement.
Councilmember Gavin made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Steffen, to approve the
proposed settlement of workers compensation claim of Jason Morales. Upon a roll call vote:
Yeas: Councilmembers Dunne, Gavin, Martinez, Powell, Prigge, Rauschenberger, Steffen, and
Mayor Kaptain.
SELECTION OF PERSON TO FILL A PUBLIC OFFICE, INCLUDING A VACANCY IN
PUBLIC OFFICE, WHEN THE PUBLIC BODY IS GIVEN POWER TO APPOINT UNDER
LAW OR ORDINANCE, OR THE DISCIPLINE, PERFORMANCE OR REMOVAL OF THE
OCCUPANT OFA PUBLIC OFFICE, WHEN THE PUBLIC BODY IS GIVEN POWER TO
REMOVE THE OCCUPANT UNDER LAW OR ORDINANCE -EXEMPT UNDER SECTION
12012(C)(3) OF THE OPEN MEETINGS ACT
2. Status of Various Boards & Commissions
Buildina Commission
Councilmember Steffen made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Gavin, to reappoint Steve
Silva (Building Commission), Dave Teas (Plumbing Committee), Bill Lauderdale (Electrical
Committee), Pat Hines (Electrical Committee), Jim Biewer (HVAC Committee) for terms set to
expire May 1, 2017. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Dunne, Gavin, Martinez,
Powell, Prigge, Rauschenberger, Steffen, and Mayor Kaptain.
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Cultural Arts Commission
Councilmember Powell made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Steffen, to appoint Francis
Kostel to the Cultural Arts Commission for a term set to expire November 1, 2015. Upon a roll
call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Dunne, Gavin, Martinez, Powell, Prigge, Rauschenberger,
Steffen, and Mayor Kaptain.
Emergency Telephone System Board
Councilmember Steffen made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Powell, to appoint Philip
Laier to the Emergency Telephone System Board for a term set to expire May 1, 2015. Upon a
roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Dunne, Gavin, Martinez, Powell, Prigge, Rauschenberger,
Steffen, and Mayor Kaptain.
Heritage Commission
Councilmember Gavin made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Dunne, to reappoint Judith
Rivera and Elizabeth Femal to the Heritage Commission for terms set to expire May 1, 2017.
Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Dunne, Gavin, Martinez, Powell, Prigge,
Rauschenberger, Steffen, and Mayor Kaptain.
Heritage Commission
Councilmember Dunne made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Shaw, to appoint George
Rowe to the Heritage Commission for a term set to expire May 1, 2017. Upon a roll call vote:
Yeas: Councilmembers Dunne, Gavin, Martinez, Powell, Prigge, Rauschenberger, Steffen, and
Mayor Kaptain.
Councilmember Steffen made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Powell, to appoint
Christen Sundquist to the Heritage Commission- Design Review Subcommittee Elgin Historic
District for a term set to expire June 30, 2015. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers
Dunne, Gavin, Martinez, Powell, Prigge, Rauschenberger, Steffen, and Mayor Kaptain.
Human Relations Commission
Councilmember Powell made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Steffen, to reappoint
Brandi Benajmin and appoint Elisa Lara to the Human Relations Commission for terms set to
expire May 1, 2017. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Dunne, Gavin, Martinez,
Powell, Prigge, Rauschenberger, Steffen, and Mayor Kaptain.
Image Commission- Chair
Councilmember Steffen made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Dunne, to reappoint Tricia
Dieringer as Chair of the Image Commission for a term set to expire May 1, 2017. Upon a roll
call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Dunne, Gavin, Martinez, Powell, Prigge, Rauschenberger,
Steffen, and Mayor Kaptain.
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Image Commission
Councilmember Steffen made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Dunne, to reappoint Matt
Iverson, Michael Murschel, and Chandler Swan to the Image Commission for terms set to expire
May 1, 2017. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Dunne, Gavin, Martinez, Powell,
Prigge, Rauschenberger, Steffen, and Mayor Kaptain.
Image Commission
Councilmember Powell made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Gavin, to appoint Mary
Kirkman to the Image Commission for a term set to expire May 1, 2017. Upon a roll call vote:
Yeas: Councilmembers Dunne, Gavin, Martinez, Powell, Prigge, Rauschenberger, Steffen, and
Mayor Kaptain.
Parks and Recreation Board
Councilmember Steffen made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Shaw, to reappoint Kristen
Rowe and Carl Ferron to the Parks and Recreation Board for terms set to expire May 1, 2017.
Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Dunne, Gavin, Martinez, Powell, Prigge,
Rauschenberger, Steffen, and Mayor Kaptain.
Parks and Recreation Board
Councilmember Steffen made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Prigge, to appoint
Anthony Armato and K. Eric Larson to the Parks and Recreation Board for terms set to expire
May 1, 2015. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Dunne, Gavin, Martinez, Powell,
Prigge, Rauschenberger, Steffen, and Mayor Kaptain.
Planning and Zoning Commission
Councilmember Dunne made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Powell, to appoint Corey
Dixon to the Planning and Zoning Commission for a term set to expire July 1, 2015. Upon a roll
call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Dunne, Gavin, Martinez, Powell, Prigge, Rauschenberger,
Steffen, and Mayor Kaptain.
Adjournment
Councilmember Dunne made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Steffen, to adjourn the
meeting. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Dunne, Gavin, Martinez, Powell, Prigge,
Rauschenberger, Shaw, Steffen, and Mayor Kaptain. Nays: None
The meeting adjourned at 9:05 p.m.
s /Kimberly Dewis
Kimberly Dewis, City Clerk
August 13 2014
Date Approved
DRAFT
EXECUTIVE SESSION
July 23, 2014
The Council went into Executive Session at 10:16 p.m. Present: Councilmembers Dunne, Gavin,
Martinez, Powell, Prigge, Rauschenberger, Shaw, Steffen, and Mayor Kaptain. Absent: None.
PENDING, PROBABLE OR IMMINENT LITIGATIONAGAINST, AFFECTING, OR ON
BEHALF OF THE PUBLIC BODY BEFORE A COURT OR ADMINISTRATIVE TRIBUNAL -
EXEMPT UNDER SECTION 12012(C)(11) OF THE OPEN MEETINGS ACT
1. Settlement of First American Bank v City of Elgin Litigation
Corporation Counsel Cogley outlined the case and the recommended settlement agreement.
Councilmember Dunne made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Steffen, to approve the
proposed settlement of First American Bank v City of Elgin Litigation. Upon a roll call vote:
Yeas: Councilmembers Dunne, Gavin, Martinez, Powell, Prigge, Rauschenberger, Shaw,
Steffen, and Mayor Kaptain.
PENDING, PROBABLE OR IMMINENT LITIGATION AGAINST, AFFECTING, OR ON
BEHALF OF THE PUBLIC BODY BEFORE A COURT OR ADMINISTRATIVE TRIBUNAL -
EXEMPT UNDER SECTION 120/2(C)(11) OF THE OPEN MEETINGS ACT
2. Settlement of Property Damage Claim with IDOT
Corporation Counsel Cogley outlined the case and the recommended settlement agreement.
Councilmember Gavin made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Steffen, to approve the
proposed settlement of property damage claim with IDOT. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas:
Councilmembers Dunne, Gavin, Martinez, Powell, Prigge, Rauschenberger, Shaw, Steffen, and
Mayor Kaptain.
ESTABLISHMENT OF RESERVES OR SETTLEMENT OF CLAIMS AS PROVIDED IN THE
LOCAL GOVERNMENTAL AND GOVERNMENTAL EMPLOYEES TORT IMMUNITY ACT -
EXEMPT UNDER SECTION 12012(C)(12) OF THE OPEN MEETINGS ACT
3. Worker's Compensation Claim — Nicholas Chromek — Case No. 12 WC 37684
Corporation Counsel Cogley outlined the case and the recommended settlement agreement.
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Councilmember Dunne made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Steffen, to approve the
proposed settlement of workers compensation claim of Nicholas Chromek. Upon a roll call vote:
Yeas: Councilmembers Dunne, Gavin, Martinez, Powell, Prigge, Rauschenberger, Shaw,
Steffen, and Mayor Kaptain.
ESTABLISHMENT OF RESERVES OR SETTLEMENT OF CLAIMS AS PROVIDED IN THE
LOCAL GOVERNMENTAL AND GOVERNMENTAL EMPLOYEES TORT IMMUNITYACT -
EXEMPT UNDER SECTION 12012(C)(12) OF THE OPEN MEETINGS ACT
1. Worker's Comaensation Claim — Dan Wagner — Case No. 13 WC 35686
Corporation Counsel Cogley outlined the case and the recommended settlement agreement.
Councilmember Dunne made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Gavin, to approve the
proposed settlement of workers compensation claim of Dan Wagner. Upon a roll call vote:
Yeas: Councilmembers Dunne, Gavin, Martinez, Powell, Prigge, Rauschenberger, Shaw,
Steffen, and Mayor Kaptain.
SELECTION OF PERSON TO FILL A PUBLIC OFFICE, INCLUDING A VACANCY IN
PUBLIC OFFICE, WHEN THE PUBLIC BODY IS GIVEN POWER TO APPOINT UNDER
LAW OR ORDINANCE, OR THE DISCIPLINE, PERFORMANCE OR REMOVAL OF THE
OCCUPANT OF A PUBLIC OFFICE, WHEN THE PUBLIC BODY IS GIVEN POWER TO
REMOVE THE OCCUPANT UNDER LAW OR ORDINANCE - EXEMPT UNDER SECTION
12012(C)(3) OF THE OPEN MEETINGS ACT
L. Status of Various Boards & Commissions
Board of Health
Councilmember Dunne made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Steven, to reappoint Dr.
Dorothea Poulos and Cynthia Applehoff- Siedsma to the Board of Health for terms set to expire
May 1, 2017. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Dunne, Gavin, Martinez, Powell,
Prigge, Rauschenberger, Shaw, Steffen, and Mayor Kaptain.
Heritage Commission- Design Review Subcommittee
Councilmember Gavin made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Dunne, to reappoint John
Roberson (Watch District) and Dennis Roxworthy (DC Cook District) to the Heritage
Commission- Design Review Subcommittee for a term set to expire June 30, 2015. Upon a roll
call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Dunne, Gavin, Martinez, Powell, Prigge, Rauschenberger,
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Shaw, Steffen, and Mayor Kaptain.
Heritaee Commission- Design Review Subcommittee
Councilmember Steffen made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Dunne, to appoint Bill
Ristow to the Heritage Commission- Design Review Subcommittee for a term set to expire June
30, 2015. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Dunne, Gavin, Martinez, Powell,
Prigge, Rauschenberger, Shaw, Steffen, and Mayor Kaptain.
Sustainability Commission
Councilmember Powell made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Martinez, to reappoint
April Anderson, Toni Frazier and Mitch Jacobs to the Sustainability Commission for terms set to
expire June 1, 2017. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Dunne, Gavin, Martinez,
Powell, Prigge, Rauschenberger, Shaw, Steffen, and Mayor Kaptain.
Elgin Emergency Telephone System Board (E -911)
Councilmember Dunne made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Powell, to appoint Bill
Wolf to the Elgin Emergency Telephone System Board (E -911) for a term set to expire May 1,
2017. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Dunne, Gavin, Martinez, Powell, Prigge,
Rauschenberger, Shaw, Steffen, and Mayor Kaptain.
Board of Fire and Police Commissioners
Councilmember Dunne made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Gavin, to table
consideration of the appointments to the Board of Fire and Police Commissioners. Upon a roll
call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Dunne, Gavin, Martinez, Powell, Prigge, Rauschenberger,
Shaw, Steffen, and Mayor Kaptain.
APPOINTMENT, EMPLOYMENT, COMPENSATION, DISCIPLINE, PERFORMANCE OR
DISMISSAL OF SPECIFIC EMPLOYEES OF THE PUBLIC BODY- EXEMPT UNDER
SECTION 12012(C)(1) OF THE OPEN MEETINGS ACT
6. City Manager Performance Review
Materials to facilitate the city manager's performance review were distributed and the time table
for completion was discussed.
APPOINTMENT, EMPLOYMENT, COMPENSATION, DISCIPLINE, PERFORMANCE OR
DISMISSAL OF SPECIFIC EMPLOYEES OF THE PUBLIC BODY - EXEMPT UNDER
SECTION 12012(C)(1) OF THE OPEN MEETINGS ACT
7. Succession Planning (Councilmember Shaw)
Councilmember Shaw stated that this topic could be held until a future executive session.
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Adjournment
Councilmember Dunne made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Shaw, to adjourn the
meeting. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Dunne, Gavin, Martinez, Powell, Prigge,
Rauschenberger, Shaw, Steffen, and Mayor Kaptain. Nays: None
The meeting adjourned at 11:00 p.m.
s/Kimberly Dewis
Kimberly Dewis, City Clerk
January 15, 2015
Date Approved
EXECUTIVE SESSION
August 13, 2014
The Council went into Executive Session at 7:45 p.m. Present: Councilmembers Dunne, Gavin,
Martinez, Powell, Prigge, Rauschenberger, Shaw and Mayor Kaptain. Absent: Councilmember
Steffen.
PURCHASE OR LEASE OF REAL PROPERTY FOR THE USE OF THE PUBLIC BODY
- EXEMPT UNDER SECTION 12012(C)(5) OF THE OPEN MEETINGS ACT
1. Proposed Acquisition of 980 Lavoie Avenue
Corporation Counsel Cogley provided information regarding property and proposed
price.
Councilmember Gavin made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Powell, to move forward
with the acquisition of 980 Lavoie Avenue. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers
Dunne, Gavin, Martinez, Powell, Prigge, Rauschenberger, Shaw, and Mayor Kaptain.
PURCHASE OR LEASE OF REAL PROPERTY FOR THE USE OF THE PUBLIC BODY -
EXEMPT UNDER SECTION 12012(C)(5) OF THE OPEN MEETINGS ACT
2. Proposed Acquisition of 652 McBride Street
Corporation Counsel Cogley provided information regarding property and proposed price.
Councilmember Dunne made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Martinez, to move forward
with the acquisition of 652 McBride Street and obtain an appraisal of the property. Upon a roll
call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Dunne, Gavin, Martinez, Powell, Prigge, Rauschenberger,
Shaw, and Mayor Kaptain. .
DISCUSSION OF MINUTES OF MEETINGS LAWFULLY CLOSED UNDER THIS ACT
- EXEMPT UNDER SECTION 12012(C)21) OF THE OPEN MEETINGS ACT
3. Approval of January 2014 throu h June 2014 Executive Session Minutes and
Consideration of Release of Minutes Not Previously Released
Councilmember Gavin made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Dunne, to approve January
2014 through June 2014 Executive Session minutes with portions noted to remain confidential
and to release previously approved minutes that no longer require confidential treatment. Upon a
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roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Dunne, Gavin, Martinez, Powell, Prigge, Rauschenberger,
Shaw and Mayor Kaptain. Nays: None
Adiournment
Councilmember Dunne made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Powell, to adjourn the
meeting. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Dunne, Gavin, Martinez, Powell, Prigge,
Rauschenberger, Shaw, and Mayor Kaptain. Nays: None
The meeting adjourned at 7:57 p.m.
s/Kimberly Dewis January 15, 2015
Kimberly Dewis, City Clerk Date Approved
DRAFT
EXECUTIVE SESSION
August 27, 2014
The Council went into Executive Session at 9:16 p.m. Present: Councilmembers Dunne, Gavin,
Martinez, Powell, Prigge, Rauschenberger, Shaw, Steffen, and Mayor Kaptain. Absent: None.
COLLECTIVE BARGAINING ISSUES OR DELIBERATIONS CONCERNING SALARY
SCHEDULES FOR ONE OR MORE CLASSES OF EMPLOYEES - EXEMPT UNDER SECTION
12012(C)(2) OF THE OPEN MEETINGS ACT
L. Tenative Agreement with the Police Union
Corporation Counsel Cogley outlined the tentative agreement.
Councilmember Dunne made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Steffen, to approve the
tentative agreement with the Police Union. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers
Dunne, Gavin, Martinez, Powell, Prigge, Rauschenberger, Shaw, Steffen, and Mayor Kaptain.
APPOINTMENT, EMPLOYMENT, COMPENSATION, DISCIPLINE, PERFORMANCE OR
DISMISSAL OF SPECIFIC EMPLOYEES OF THE PUBLIC BODY (Exempt Under Section
12012(c) (1) of the Open Meetings Act)
L. Update of personnel matter under investigation
City Manager Stegall provided an update on a Police Department personnel matter that was
being investigated.
Adjournment
Councilmember Dunne made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Martinez, to adjourn the
meeting. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Dunne, Gavin, Martinez, Powell, Prigge,
Rauschenberger, Shaw, Steffen, and Mayor Kaptain. Nays: None
The meeting adjourned at 9:45 p.m.
s/Kimberly Dewis
Kimberly Dewis, City Clerk
January 14, 2015
Date Approved
DRAFT
EXECUTIVE SESSION
September 10, 2014
The Council went into Executive Session at 8:45 p.m. Present: Councilmembers Dunne, Gavin,
Martinez, Powell, Prigge, Rauschenberger, Shaw, Steffen, and Mayor Kaptain. Absent: None.
ESTABLISHMENT OF RESERVES OR SETTLEMENT OF CLAIMS AS PROVIDED IN THE
LOCAL GOVERNMENTAL AND GOVERNMENTAL EMPLOYEES TORT IMMUNITYACT -
EXEMPT UNDER SECTION 12012(C)(12) OF THE OPEN MEETINGS ACT
1. Worker's Compensation Claim — David Gartrell — Case No. 12 WC 24603
Corporation Counsel Cogley outlined the case and the recommended settlement agreement.
Councilmember Steffen made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Martinez, to approve the
proposed settlement of workers compensation claim of David Gartrell. Upon a roll call vote:
Yeas: Councilmembers Dunne, Gavin, Martinez, Powell, Prigge, Rauschenberger, Shaw,
Steffen, and Mayor Kaptain.
ESTABLISHMENT OF RESERVES OR SETTLEMENT OF CLAIMS AS PROVIDED IN THE
LOCAL GOVERNMENTAL AND GOVERNMENTAL EMPLOYEES TORT IMMUNITYACT -
EXEMPT UNDER SECTION 12012(C)(12) OF THE OPEN MEETINGS ACT
2. Worker's Compensation Claim — Heather Farrell — Case No. 12 WC 43551
Corporation Counsel Cogley outlined the case and the recommended settlement agreement.
Councilmember Dunne made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Steffen, to approve the
proposed settlement of workers compensation claim of Heather Farrell. Upon a roll call vote:
Yeas: Councilmembers Dunne, Gavin, Martinez, Powell, Prigge, Rauschenberger, Shaw,
Steffen, and Mayor Kaptain.
ESTABLISHMENT OF RESERVES OR SETTLEMENT OF CLAIMS AS PROVIDED IN THE
LOCAL GOVERNMENTAL AND GOVERNMENTAL EMPLOYEES TORT IMMUNITYACT -
EXEMPT UNDER SECTION 12012(C)(12) OF THE OPEN MEETINGS ACT
3. Worker's Compensation Claim — Brian Lawrence — Case No. 13 WC 024107
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Corporation Counsel Cogley outlined the case and the recommended settlement agreement.
Councilmember Dunne made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Martinez, to approve the
proposed settlement of workers compensation claim of Brian Lawrence. Upon a roll call vote:
Yeas: Councilmembers Dunne, Gavin, Martinez, Powell, Prigge, Rauschenberger, Shaw,
Steffen, and Mayor Kaptain.
ESTABLISHMENT OF RESERVES OR SETTLEMENT OF CLAIMS AS PROVIDED IN THE
LOCAL GOVERNMENTAL AND GOVERNMENTAL EMPLOYEES TORT IMMUNITYACT -
EXEMPT UNDER SECTION 12012(C)(12) OF THE OPEN MEETINGS ACT
4. Worker's Compensation Claim — William H. Potts III — Case No. 14 WC 02140
Corporation Counsel Cogley outlined the case and the recommended settlement agreement.
Councilmember Dunne made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Steffen, to approve the
proposed settlement of workers compensation claim of William H. Potts III. Upon a roll call
vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Dunne, Gavin, Martinez, Powell, Prigge, Rauschenberger, Shaw,
Steffen, and Mayor Kaptain.
SELECTION OF PERSON TO FILL A PUBLIC OFFICE, INCLUDING A VACANCY IN A
PUBLIC OFFICE, WHEN THE PUBLIC BODY IS GIVEN POWER TO APPOINT UNDER
LAW OR ORDINANCE, OR THE DISCIPLINE, PERFORMANCE OR REMOVAL OF THE
OCCUPANT OF A PUBLIC OFFICE, WHEN THE PUBLIC BODY IS GIVEN POWER TO
REMOVE THE OCCUPANT UNDER LAW OR ORDINANCE - EXEMPT UNDER SECTION
12012(C)(3) OF THE OPEN MEETINGS ACT
L. Status of Various Boards & Commissions
Elgin House Authority
Councilmember Dunne made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Powell, to reappoint
Nuhemi Morales Salazar for a term to expire December 31, 2019 and appoint Olivia Cheeks to
for a term to expire December 31, 2017 to the Elgin Housing Authority. Upon a roll call vote:
Yeas: Councilmembers Dunne, Gavin, Martinez, Powell, Prigge, Rauschenberger, Shaw,
Steffen, and Mayor Kaptain.
Board of Fire and Police Commissioners
Councilmember Powell made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Rauschenberger, to
appoint June Wooten to the Board of Fire and Police Commissioners for a term set to expire May
1, 2017. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Dunne, Gavin, Martinez, Powell,
Rauschenberger, Shaw, Steffen, and Mayor Kaptain. Nays: Councilmember Prigge.
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Councilmember Powell made a motion, to appoint Gil Felicano to the Board of Fire and Police
Commissioners. The motion died for a lack of a second.
Councilmember Prigge, made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Powell, to appoint Alvaro
Fernandez to the Board of Fire and Police Commissioners for a term set to expire May 1, 2017.
Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Dunne, Gavin, Martinez, Powell, Prigge,
Rauschenberger, Shaw, Steffen, and Mayor Kaptain. Nays: None.
Councilmember Powell made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Steffen, to appoint Randy
Monger to the Board of Fire and Police Commissioners. After a brief discussion the motion was
withdraw from consideration.
Councilmember Dunne made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Shaw, to appoint Thomas
Aageson to the Board of Fire and Police Commissioners for a term set to expire May 1, 2015.
Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Dunne, Gavin, Martinez, Powell, Prigge,
Rauschenberger, Shaw, Steffen, and Mayor Kaptain. Nays: None.
Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee
Councilmember Gavin made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Steffen, to reappoint Chris
Manheim and Wayne Heinmiller to the Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee for terms
set to expire September 30, 2017. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Dunne, Gavin,
Martinez, Powell, Prigge, Rauschenberger, Shaw, Steffen, and Mayor Kaptain.
Image Advisory Commission
Councilmember Powell made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Steffen, to reappoint Kai
Rush to the Image Advisory Commission for terms set to expire May 1, 2017. Upon a roll call
vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Dunne, Gavin, Martinez, Powell, Prigge, Rauschenberger, Shaw,
Steffen, and Mayor Kaptain.
Adiournment
Councilmember Shaw made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Gavin, to adjourn the
meeting. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Dunne, Gavin, Martinez, Powell, Prigge,
Rauschenberger, Shaw, Steffen, and Mayor Kaptain. Nays: None
The meeting adjourned at 9:48 p.m.
s/Kimberly Dewis
Kimberly Dewis, City Clerk
January 14, 2015
Date Approved
DRAFT
EXECUTIVE SESSION
September 24, 2014
The Council went into Executive Session at 9:35 p.m. Present: Councilmembers Dunne, Gavin,
Martinez, Powell, Prigge, Rauschenberger, Shaw, Steffen, and Mayor Kaptain. Absent: None.
COLLECTIVE BARGAINING ISSUES OR DELIBERATIONS CONCERNING SALARY
SCHEDULES FOR ONE OR MORE CLASSES OF EMPLOYEES - EXEMPT UNDER SECTION
12012(C)(2) OF THE OPEN MEETINGS ACT
1. Collective Bargaining Agreements with SEIU Local #73 Public Works Chapter,
SEIU Local #73 Clerical Technical Group and SEIU Local #73 Permanent Part -
Time Maintenance and Custodian Employee Group
Corporation Counsel Cogley outlined the agreements.
Councilmember Shaw made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Steffen, to approve the
tentative agreements with the SEIU Local #73 groups listed above. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas:
Councilmembers Dunne, Gavin, Powell, Prigge, Rauschenberger, Shaw, Steffen, and Mayor
Kaptain. Abstain: Councilmember Martinez.
ESTABLISHMENT OF RESERVES OR SETTLEMENT OF CLAIMS AS PROVIDED IN THE
LOCAL GOVERNMENTAL AND GOVERNMENTAL EMPLOYEES TORT IMMUNITYACT -
EXEMPT UNDER SECTION 12012(C)(12) OF THE OPEN MEETINGS ACT
L. Workers' Compensation Claim of Ron Reiter, Case No. 12 WC 3440
Corporation Counsel Cogley outlined the case and the recommended settlement agreement.
Councilmember Dunne made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Steffen, to approve the
proposed settlement of workers compensation claim of Ron Reiter. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas:
Councilmembers Dunne, Gavin, Martinez, Powell, Prigge, Rauschenberger, Shaw, Steffen, and
Mayor Kaptain.
ESTABLISHMENT OF RESERVES OR SETTLEMENT OF CLAIMS AS PROVIDED IN THE
LOCAL GOVERNMENTAL AND GOVERNMENTAL EMPLOYEES TORT IMMUNITYACT -
EXEMPT UNDER SECTION 12012(C)(12) OF THE OPEN MEETINGS ACT
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3. Workers' Comnensation Claim of Terry Smart Case Nos. 13 WC 2998 and 14 WC
24454
Corporation Counsel Cogley outlined the case and the recommended settlement agreement.
Councilmember Powell made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Steffen, to approve the
proposed settlement of workers compensation claims of Terry Smart. Upon a roll call vote:
Yeas: Councilmembers Dunne, Gavin, Martinez, Powell, Prigge, Rauschenberger, Shaw,
Steffen, and Mayor Kaptain.
PENDING, PROBABLE OR IMMINENT LITIGATION (EXEMPT UNDER SECTION
12012(C)(11) OF THE OPEN MEETINGS ACT)
Corporation Counsel Cogley provided an update on the following cases: City of Elgin v. Arch
Insurance Company, et al. Case No. 12 MR 53 Kane County. And Jeanne Sigman v. City of
Elgin Case No. 14 SC 1075 Kane County.
Adjournment
Councilmember Powell made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Steffen, to adjourn the
meeting. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Dunne, Gavin, Martinez, Powell, Prigge,
Rauschenberger, Shaw, Steffen, and Mayor Kaptain. Nays: None
The meeting adjourned at 10:10 p.m.
s/Kimberly Dewis
Kimberly Dewis, City Clerk
January 14, 2015
Date Approved
DRAFT
EXECUTIVE SESSION
October 22, 2014
The Council went into Executive Session at 8:00 p.m. Present: Councilmembers Dunne, Gavin,
Martinez, Powell, Prigge, Rauschenberger, Shaw, Steffen, and Mayor Kaptain. Absent: None.
PENDING, PROBABLE OR IMMINENT LITIGATION (EXEMPT UNDER SECTION
120/2(C)(11) OF THE OPEN MEETINGS ACT)
Update of City of Elgin v Arch Insurance Company, et al. Case No. 12 MR 53 Kane
County
Corporation Counsel Cogley provided an update on City of Elgin v. Arch Insurance Company, et
al. Case No. 12 MR 53 Kane County litigation. He outlined terms of a potential settlement.
Councilmember Dunne made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Shaw, to authorize the
agreement with Arch Insurance Company. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Dunne,
Gavin, Powell, Prigge, Rauschenberger, Shaw, Steffen, and Mayor Kaptain. Abstain:
Councilmember Martinez.
Adiournment
Councilmember Gavin made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Steffen, to adjourn the
meeting. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Dunne, Gavin, Martinez, Powell, Prigge,
Rauschenberger, Shaw, Steffen, and Mayor Kaptain. Nays: None
The meeting adjourned at 8:15 p.m.
s/Kimberly Dewis
Kimberly Dewis, City Clerk
January 14, 2015
Date Approved
DRAFT
EXECUTIVE SESSION
November 5, 2014
The Council went into Executive Session at 8:05 p.m. Present: Councilmembers Dunne, Gavin,
Martinez, Powell, Prigge, Rauschenberger, Shaw, Steffen, and Mayor Kaptain. Absent: None.
PENDING, PROBABLE OR IMMINENT LITIGATION (EXEMPT UNDER SECTION
12012(C)(11) OF THE OPEN MEETINGS ACT)
Update of City of Elgin v Arch Insurance Company, et al Case No. 12 MR 53 Kane
County
Corporation Counsel Cogley provided an update on City of Elgin v. Arch Insurance Company, et
al. Case No. 12 MR 53 Kane County litigation. He outlined terns of a potential settlement with
Fidelity.
Councilmember Dunne made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Steffen, to authorize the
agreement with Fidelity Insurance. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Dunne, Gavin,
Powell, Prigge, Rauschenberger, Shaw, Steffen, and Mayor Kaptain. Abstain: Councilmember
Martinez.
Adiournment
Councilmember Shaw made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Steffen, to adjourn the
meeting. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Dunne, Gavin, Martinez, Powell, Prigge,
Rauschenberger, Shaw, Steffen, and Mayor Kaptain. Nays: None
The meeting adjourned at 8:24 p.m.
s/Kimberly Dewis January 15, 2015
Kimberly Dewis, City Clerk Date Approved