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COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING
June 10, 2015
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, Martinez, Powell, Prigge,
Rauschenberger, Shaw, Steffen, and Mayor Kaptain. Absent: None.
Approval of Minutes
Councilmember Dunne made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Gavin, to approve the
minutes of the May 27, 2015, regular meeting. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers
Dunne, Gavin, Martinez, Powell, Prigge, Rauschenberger, Shaw, Steffen, and Mayor Kaptain.
Nays: None.
Consideration of Intergovernmental Agreement with Illinois Department of
Transportation for the Maintenance of Municipal Streets
There was a discussion regarding the level of maintenance provided, potential liability issues,
and if there were any issues with the current agreement. A resolution will be presented at
tonight's Council meeting for adoption by the City Council.
Fire Presentation - Public Safety Technology Discussion
Fire Chief Fahy, provided an update on the technology used to help the department do more with
less in the areas of administration and operations. On the administrative side the department is
utilizing software to assist in scheduling, track training, and inspections. Regarding operations
the department has utilized the quint concept, the paramedic engine, and wireless patient care
reporting.
There was discussion regarding equipment replacement timetables, water rescue equipment,
dispatch agreements, and the explorer program.
Code 2.0 Presentation
Marc Mylott, Community Development Director, provided a presentation on the changes in code
enforcement. He highlighted the changes and accomplishments to date and outlined upcoming
changes to software to track code cases. A copy of the presentation is on file with the City
Clerk’s office.
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There was discussion about the number of inspectors, the number of hours spent on inspections,
the impact of 311 on the code inspection process, communication between departments and
changes to the permit process relating to code issues.
Consideration of Metro West Council of Government Membership Renewal for May 2015
to April 2016
Councilmember Dunne made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Powell, to remove the item
from the table for consideration. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Dunne, Gavin,
Martinez, Powell, Prigge, Rauschenberger, Shaw, Steffen, and Mayor Kaptain. Nays: None.
Mary Randle, Executive Director for Metro West Council of Government, was present to address
questions and concerns from the city council. There was discussion on the services provided,
types of events held, website content, cost of membership, newsletter information, and the
various levels of membership
Councilmember Dunne made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Powell, to approve the
city’s annual membership renewal with Metro West Council of Government in the amount of
$30,000 in order to maintain a membership with a council of governments comprised of far west
suburban area municipalities organized to advance regional issues through intergovernmental
problem solving and cooperation. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Dunne,
Martinez, Powell, Rauschenberger, Steffen, and Mayor Kaptain. Nays: Councilmembers Gavin,
Prigge, and Shaw.
Adjourn to the City Council Meeting
Councilmember Dunne made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Shaw, to adjourn and go
into the City Council meeting. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Dunne, Gavin,
Martinez, Powell, Prigge, Rauschenberger, Shaw, Steffen, and Mayor Kaptain. Nays: None.
Reconvene
Councilmember Gavin made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Martinez, to reconvene the
Committee of the Whole meeting. 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 Resolution Establishing Prevailing Wage Rates on Public Works
Contracts
Councilmember Steffen made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Powell, to approve moving
forward with the adoption of a resolution establishing the prevailing wage rates on public works
projects in accordance with the Illinois Department of Labor’s rate schedule. Upon a roll call
vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Dunne, Martinez, Powell, Prigge, Rauschenberger, Steffen, and
Mayor Kaptain. Nays: Councilmembers Gavin and Shaw.
Consideration of Intergovernmental Agreement with South Elgin and Countryside Fire
Protection District for Emergency Dispatch Services
There was discussion regarding this regional effort and other potential opportunities for similar
intergovernmental agreements.
Councilmember Gavin made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Shaw, to approve an
intergovernmental agreement with South Elgin and Countryside Fire Protection District to
provide emergency dispatch services for annual revenue for the city in the amount of $98,535.
Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Dunne, Gavin, Martinez, Powell, Prigge,
Rauschenberger, Shaw, Steffen, and Mayor Kaptain. Nays: None.
Announcements from Council
Councilmember Rauschenberger noted that the Lord’s Park Zoo recently opened on June 6th and
would continue to operate until mid-August.
Announcements from Staff
City Manager Stegall provided additional comments on the Code 2.0 presentation.
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 9:04 p.m.
s/ Kimberly Dewis June 24, 2015
Kimberly Dewis, City Clerk Date Approved