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COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING
December 3, 2014
The regular Committee of the Whole meeting was called to order by Mayor Kaptain at 5:00 p.m.
in the Council Chambers. Present: Councilmembers Dunne, Gavin, Martinez, Powell, Prigge,
Rauschenberger, Shaw, Steffen, and Mayor Kaptain. Absent: None.
Approval of Minutes
Councilmember Steffen made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Gavin, to approve the
minutes of the November 12, 2014, special meeting. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas:
Councilmembers Dunne, Gavin, Martinez, Powell, Prigge, Rauschenberger, Shaw, Steffen, and
Mayor Kaptain. Nays: None.
Councilmember Gavin made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Steffen, to approve the
minutes of the November 19, 2014, regular meeting. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas:
Councilmembers Dunne, Gavin, Martinez, Powell, Prigge, Rauschenberger, Shaw, Steffen, and
Mayor Kaptain. Nays: None.
2015 Budget Presentation
City Manager Stegall provided a review of what had been discussed and the timeline for the
remainder of the budget discussions. He also highlighted the proposed changes in the 2015 City
Council schedule. A copy of the budget presentation is on file in the City Clerk’s office.
Assistant Finance Director Debra Nawrocki provided information on the city’s utility fund which
is comprised of the water and sewer funds. The budgeted revenues for 2015 are $29,343,220 and
the budgeted expenditures are $29,140,990. She noted that there would be no water or sewer rate
increases in 2015. Ms. Nawrocki highlighted noteworthy projects such as the Bris Trunk 20-2B
($5,575,500), Water Distribution Upgrades ($2,500,000) and the Sewer Vector & Sewer Jet
Truck ($500,000). In summary, the utility fund would not see a rate increase in 2015, there
would be no utility fund debt issued, and the fund positioned the city for future growth and
reliability throughout the community.
There was discussion on the utility fund reserve and ideas on how it might be handled. Ideas
included reducing the rate charged and using the funds for additional sewer separation projects.
Also discussed was the sale of water to surrounding communities and the impact of the sale on
the city’s water system.
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Aaron Cosentino provided updated information on the following items: the Cook County
homeowner exemption, the impact of implemented taxes on the typical resident, and the property
tax breakdown for different school districts. Gail Cohen, Human Resources Director, provided
information on the impact of the Affordable Health Care Act on the City. She outlined the
impact on the budget and provided suggestions to curb the financial impact.
There was a brief discussion regarding other areas for potential reductions in spending such as
the leaf pick-up program, bikeway implementation, and a review of the responsible bidder
ordinance.
Consideration of Resolution Establishing a Schedule of City Council Meetings for 2015
Councilmember Gavin made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Steffen, to establish a
proposed schedule of city council meetings for 2015 to comply with requirements of the Open
Meetings Act. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Dunne, Gavin, Martinez, Powell,
Prigge, Rauschenberger, Shaw, Steffen, and Mayor Kaptain. Nays: None.
Consideration of Fire Protection Agreements with Illinois Tool Works, DSM Desotech and
St. Charles Properties
Councilmember Dunne made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Martinez, to approve the
fire protection agreements with Illinois Tool Works, DSM Desotech, and St. Charles Properties
for revenue to the city in the amount of $59,452. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers
Dunne, Gavin, Martinez, Powell, Prigge, Rauschenberger, Shaw, Steffen, and Mayor Kaptain.
Nays: None.
Consideration of Contract with Galls LLC for Police Uniforms (RFP 14-043)
Councilmember Dunne made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Steffen, to approve a
contract with Galls LLC in the amount of $103,925 to provide uniforms and equipment for sworn
officers and community service officers. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Dunne,
Gavin, Martinez, Powell, Prigge, Rauschenberger, Shaw, Steffen, and Mayor Kaptain. Nays:
None.
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Consideration of Amendment of Taxicabs Regulations to Include Persons or Companies
that Engage in the Transportation of Passengers Through the Use of E-Hail
City Manager Stegall noted that there had been changes to the legislation at the state level that
could impact the proposed amendments and suggested tabling this item until those changes were
reviewed.
Councilmember Steffen made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Powell, to table the
proposed ordinance amendment. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Dunne, Gavin,
Martinez, Powell, Prigge, Rauschenberger, Shaw, Steffen, and Mayor Kaptain. Nays: None.
Announcements from Staff
City Manager Stegall announced upcoming city events.
Adjournment
Councilmember Dunne 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 6:35 p.m.
s/ Kimberly Dewis December 17, 2014
Kimberly Dewis, City Clerk Date Approved