HomeMy WebLinkAboutq - September 8, 2021 COWCOMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING
September 8, 2021
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 Dixon, Good, Martinez, Powell,
Rauschenberger, Shaw, Steffen, Thoren, and Mayor Kaptain. Absent: None. All members, with
the exception of Councilmembers Martinez, Powell, Shaw, Thoren, and Mayor Kaptain, attended
via electronic means.
Approval of Minutes
Councilmember Martinez made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Shaw, to approve the
minutes of the August 25, 2021, regular meeting. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers
Dixon, Good, Martinez, Powell, Rauschenberger, Shaw, Steffen, Thoren, and Mayor Kaptain.
Nays: None.
Arrest Diversion Program for Certain Minor Offenses
Police Chief Ana Lalley and Kane County State's Attorney Jamie Mosser provided information
on a new arrest diversion program under certain circumstances. They outlined the specifics
regarding of who might be eligible for this program including the homeless, those suffering from
addiction, and those facing mental health crisis. The offenses that would be considered included
various non-violent offenses and any victim of these crimes must consent to resolution through
this program.
There was discussion regarding the process, the training to review the cases, and when the
program would begin.
American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Funding Recommendations Update
City Manager Rick Kozal presented the community's response to the City's American
Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Funding Priorities Survey. He reminded the council what the eligible
uses were for the ARPA funds which include: premium pay, public health, revenue loss, and
investment in water, sewer and broadband. Mr. Kozal broke down the public survey including
the number of responses, how long the online survey was available and the top three priorities
that were identified. The public identified water and sewer, public safety and health as the top
three priorities.
There was discussion regarding how the ARPA funds were allocated. Also discussed was the
lead service line infrastructure replacement project including the costs and length of the project.
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Adiourn to City Council
Councilmember Martinez made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Thoren, to adjourn to the
City Council meeting. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Dixon, Good, Martinez,
Powell, Shaw, Steffen, Thoren, and Mayor Kaptain. Nays: None.
Reconvene
Councilmember Shaw made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Steffen, to reconvene the
Committee of the Whole meeting. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Dixon, Good,
Powell, Steffen, Thoren, and Mayor Kaptain. Nays: None. Absent: Councilmember
Rauschenberger.
Contract with Ecker Center for Behavioral Health for Crisis Intervention Counselor
Services
Councilmember Powell made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Martinez, to award a two-
year contract to Ecker Center for Behavior Health in the amount of $139,547 per year to provide
for one full-time and three part-time crisis counselors to offer services and assistance to those
with mental health -related needs, substance use disorder needs and individuals experiencing
homelessness. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Dixon, Good, Martinez, Powell,
Rauschenberger, Shaw, Steffen, Thoren, and Mayor Kaptain. Nays: None.
Contract with Salesforce and Cloud SynApps for Licenses, Permits and Inspections
Councilmember Martinez made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Thoren, to approve a
contact with Salesforce for the purchase of licenses, permits and inspections software and an
agreement with Cloud SynApps in the amount of $105,836 to incorporate one of the remaining
non -emergency business processes into Salesforce, the City's customer relationship management
using a first -party solution. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Dixon, Good,
Martinez, Powell, Rauschenberger, Shaw, Steffen, Thoren, and Mayor Kaptain. Nays: None.
Lease Agreement with Strategic Exceptions Professional Consulting, Inc. for Office Space
at 31 S. Grove Avenue to Operate a Minority Business Development Agency (MBDA)
There was discussion regarding the type of businesses, why the property tax would need to be
prorated, and the grant funds the businesses were awarded.
Councilmember Dixon made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Martinez, to authorize a
five-year lease with Strategic Exceptions Professional Consulting, Inc. for three office spaces
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and shared meeting areas at 31 S. Grove Avenue for the operation of a Minority Business
Development Agency. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Dixon, Good, Martinez,
Powell, Rauschenberger, Shaw, Steffen, Thoren, and Mayor Kaptain. Nays: None.
Announcements from Council
Councilmember Thoren announced the Elgin House Walk Tour being held September 1 lth and
12th.
He also announced that on September 1 lth Illinois Brews at Bowes Creek would be held. This
event is a fundraiser for the Parks and Recreation Foundation.
Announcements from Staff
City Manager Kozal, announced upcoming city events.
Adiournment
Councilmember Martinez made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Thoren, to adjourn the
meeting. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Dixon, Good, Martinez, Powell,
Rauschenberger, Shaw, Steffen, Thoren, and Mayor Kaptain. Nays: None.
The meeting adjourned at 8:15 p.m.
s/ Kimberly Dewis September 22, 2021
Kimberly Dewis, City Clerk Date Approved