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Home My Public Portal About05-17-2021 Village Board Minutes- ‘/-7%vim/ VILLAGE OF PLAINFIELD MEETING MINUTES MAY 17, 2021 AT: VILLAGE HALL BOARD PRESENT: J.ARGOUDELIS, K.CALKINS, P.KALKANIS, C.LARSON, T.RUANE, B.WOJOWSKI; AND H.BENTON. OTHERS PRESENT: T.PLECKHAM, ASSISTANT VILLAGE ADMINISTRATOR; J.HARVEY, ATTORNEY; M.GIBAS, VILLAGE CLERK; A.PERSONS, PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR; R.JESSEN, PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS SUPERINTENDENT; S.THREEWITT, LEAD ENGINEER; J.PROULX, PLANNING DIRECTOR; Y.DING, PLANNER; L.SPIRES, BUILDING OFFICIAL; AND J.KONOPEK, CHIEF OF POLICE. CALL TO ORDER, ROLL CALL, PLEDGE Mayor Argoudelis called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. Roll call was taken, all Trustees were present. Mayor Argoudelis led the Pledge of Allegiance. There were approximately 20 persons in the audience. PRESIDENTIAL COMMENTS Chief Konopek presented: • Officer of the Year Award to Adam Kalar • Civilian of the Year Award to Timothy Beam • Sean 0' Dell announced that Scott Threewitt has completed all of the requirements and has graduated from the 2020 American Public Works Association Emerging Leaders Class XIII. Mayor Argoudelis: • Proclaimed May 16-22, 2021 as National Public Works Week. • Proclaimed May 2021 as National Bike Month. • Proclaimed June 1- 6, 2021 as Lincoln Way Barber Shop Week. • Trustee Calkins moved to approve the Presidential Appointment of John Konopek as the Police Chief with the term to expire on April 30, 2025. Second by Trustee Wojowski. Vote by roll call. Calkins, yes; Kalkanis, yes; Larson, yes; Ruane, yes; Wojowski, yes; Benton, yes. 6 yes, 0 no. Motion carried. • Announced that Brian Murphy's contract expired, and he will not bring him forward for a vote for Village Administrator and that he would like to proceed with a national search for a new administrator. • Commented on the closure of Lockport Street for the refresh project and stated that he appreciates the feedback from the business owners. TRUSTEES COMMENTS Trustee Wojowski moved to have a Special Meeting on Thursday, May 20, 2021 at 12:00 p.m. for the following items: • A Motion to pass an Ordinance creating the Position of Legislative Counsel by adding Section 2-98 to the Village of Plainfield Code of Ordinances and for appointment of Legislative Counsel for the Plainfield Village Board of Trustees. Village of Plainfield Meeting Minutes — May 17, 2021 Page 2 • A Motion to authorize the execution of a professional services agreement with Odelson, Sterk, Murphey, Frazier, McGrath Ltd. Ltd. as Legislative Counsel for the Plainfield Village Board of Trustees and for said Legislative Council Legal Services. • A Motion to direct the Finance Director to stop pay on any checks written and not cashed as of 7:OOpm on May 17, 2021 for any and all severance packages, and to cease and desist from drafting any new severance paychecks without the express permission and direction of the of the Plainfield Village Board of Trustees. • A Motion to Direct the IT Department Director to reactivate the email of Administrator Murphy and to remove the "auto reply" feature that is currently in place. • A Motion to direct the Mayor not to interfere with the work of the Plainfield Village Manager, Brian Murphy. • A Motion to extend the contract for Administrator Brian Murphy for a period of two years under the same terms and conditions, salary to be discussed. Second by Trustee Larson. Vote by roll call. Calkins, no; Kalkanis, yes; Larson, yes; Ruane, yes; Wojowski, yes; Benton, no. 4 yes, 2 no. Motion carried. A discussed ensued regarding the special meeting and Brian Murphy. Trustee Benton: • Acknowledged the Lincoln Way Barber Shop Proclamation and thanked them for their service to the community. • Expressed concern that not all Trustees were receiving the same information. A discussion ensued regarding Brian Murphy. Trustee Larson moved to amend the Agenda to remove the Executive Session. Second by Trustee Woj owski. A discussion ensued regarding the motion to remove the Executive Session. Vote by roll call. Calkins, no; Kalkanis, yes; Larson, yes; Ruane, yes; Wojowski, yes; Benton, no; Argoudelis, no. 4 yes, 3 no. Motion carried. A discussion ensued regarding Brian Murphy. Trustee Ruane: • Congratulated Adam Kalar, Timothy Bean, Scott Threewitt, and Mr. & Mrs. Kinley. • Stated that he was not involved in any plotting. • Expressed concern regarding Jim Harvey not giving a straight answer. At 8:55 p.m., the Board took a 5 minute recess. The meeting resumed at 9:00 p.m., present roll call stands. Village of Plainfield Meeting Minutes — May 17, 2021 Page 3 PUBLIC COMMENTS (3-5 minutes) Mayor Argoudelis read public comments: • Geo Havel submitted an email supporting Trustee Wojowski's suggestion of putting Video Gaming as a Referendum on the ballot, questioned the interim administrator item on the agenda, and supported the appointment of John Konopek as the Chief of Police. • Becky Gruben submitted an email inquiring as to the employment status of Brian Murphy. • MD Adams submitted an email asking why Brian Murphy is no longer serving as Village Administrator. • Commander Glen Giampietro USN RET submitted an email requesting the Board adopt an Ordinance preventing parking in front of mailboxes. • Tasha Marsaglia submitted an email inquiring as to the employment status of Brian Murphy. • Eric Marsaglia submitted an email inquiring as to the employment status of Brian Murphy. • Michelle Smith submitted an email inquiring as to the employment status of Brian Murphy. • Sandy Lambert submitted an email inquiring as to the employment status of Brian Murphy. BUSINESS MEETING 1) APPROVAL OF AGENDA Trustee Larson moved to approve the Amended Agenda. Second by Trustee Kalkanis. Vote by roll call. Calkins, yes; Kalkanis, yes; Larson, yes; Ruane, yes; Wojowski, yes; Benton, yes. 6 yes, 0 no. Motion carried. 2) CONSENT AGENDA Trustee Kalkanis moved to approve the Consent Agenda to include: a) Approval of the Minutes of the Board Meeting held on May 3, 2021. b) Bills Paid and Bills Payable Reports for May 17, 2021. c) Cash & Investments, Revenue, and Expenditure Reports for April, 2021. Second by Trustee Larson. Vote by roll call. Calkins, yes; Kalkanis, yes; Larson, yes; Ruane, yes; Wojowski, yes; Benton, yes. 6 yes, 0 no. Motion carried. 3) BELLE TIRE (CASE NUMBER 1921-033121.SU/PP/FP/SPR) Trustee Larson moved to adopt Ordinance No. 3512, granting approval of a special use for planned development for Lot 1 of the proposed Sohol Commercial Center Subdivision, subject to the stipulations noted in the staff report. Second by Trustee Kalkanis. Vote by roll call. Calkins, yes; Kalkanis, yes; Larson, yes; Ruane, yes; Wojowski, yes; Benton, yes. 6 yes, 0 no. Motion carried. Trustee Larson moved to approve the requested site plan review for Belle Tire Plainfield located on Lot 1 of the proposed Sohol Commercial Center Subdivision, subject to the stipulations noted in the staff report. Second by Trustee Kalkanis. Vote by roll call. Calkins, yes; Kalkanis, yes; Larson, yes; Ruane, yes; Wojowski, yes; Benton, yes. 6 yes, 0 no. Motion carried. Trustee Larson moved to approve the preliminary plat of the Sohol Commercial Subdivision, subject to the stipulations in the staff report. Second by Trustee Kalkanis. Vote by roll call. Calkins, yes; Kalkanis, yes; Larson, yes; Ruane, yes; Wojowski, yes; Benton, yes. 6 yes, 0 no. Motion carried. Trustee Larson moved to approve the final plat of the Sohol Commercial Center Subdivision, subject to the stipulations noted in the staff report. Second by Trustee Kalkanis. Vote by roll call. Calkins, yes; Kalkanis, yes; Larson, yes; Ruane, yes; Wojowski, yes; Benton, yes. 6 yes, 0 no. Motion carried. Village of Plainfield Meeting Minutes — May 17, 2021 Page 4 4) BLACK DOG VINYL CAFE Trustee Larson moved to adopt Ordinance No. 3513, creating a Class "A 1" Liquor License for Black Dog Vinyl Cafe located at 16108 S. Route 59, Suite 112. Second by Trustee Kalkanis. Vote by roll call. Calkins, yes; Kalkanis, yes; Larson, yes; Ruane, yes; Wojowski, yes; Benton, yes. 6 yes, 0 no. Motion carried. 5) RIVER POINT ESTATE LOTS 37 & 44 CONSOLIDATION (CASE NUMBER 1920- 032621.PP/FP) Trustee Larson moved to approve the Preliminary / Final Plat of Consolidation for Lots 37 and 44 in River Point Estates, subject to the stipulations noted in the staff report. Second by Trustee Ruane. Vote by roll call. Calkins, yes; Kalkanis, yes; Larson, yes; Ruane, yes; Wojowski, yes; Benton, yes. 6 yes, 0 no. Motion carried. ADMINISTRATOR'S REPORT No Report. MANAGEMENT SERVICES REPORT No Report. ENGINEER'S REPORT No Report. PLANNING DEPARTMENT REPORT No Report. BUILDING DEPARTMENT REPORT Lonnie Spires presented the Building and Code Enforcement Report for April, 2021. PUBLIC WORKS REPORT Trustee Ruane moved to authorize the Village President to sign the 143rd Street East Extension - Wetland Credit Agreement with Mill Creek Wetland Mitigation Bank and pay a deposit not to exceed $80,000.00. Second by Trustee Larson. Vote by roll call. Calkins, no; Kalkanis, yes; Larson, yes; Ruane, yes; Wojowski, yes; Benton, yes. 5 yes, 1 no. Motion carried. Trustee Benton moved to authorize the purchase of up to 200 water meters, any related equipment, and shipping charges from Core & Main at a total cost not to exceed $75,000.00. Second by Trustee Larson. Vote by roll call. Calkins, yes; Kalkanis, yes; Larson, yes; Ruane, yes; Wojowski, yes; Benton, yes. 6 yes, 0 no. Motion carried. Trustee Larson moved to authorize the Village President to award the Settlers' Park Playground Installation contract to Hacienda Landscaping, Inc. the lowest responsible bidder, in an amount not to exceed $45,000.00. Second by Trustee Kalkanis. Vote by roll call. Calkins, yes; Kalkanis, yes; Larson, yes; Ruane, yes; Wojowski, yes; Benton, yes. 6 yes, 0 no. Motion carried. Village of Plainfield Meeting Minutes — May 17, 2021 Page 5 POLICE CHIEF'S REPORT Trustee Larson moved to authorize the purchase of one (1) 2021 American Landmaster L5 4 -WD UTV, and associated accessories from Cady's Cars in Peoria Heights, IL in the amount of $12,200.00. Second by Trustee Benton. Vote by roll call. Calkins, yes; Kalkanis, yes; Larson, yes; Ruane, yes; Wojowski, yes; Benton, yes. 6 yes, 0 no. Motion carried. Chief Konopek presented the Operations Report for April, 2021. ATTORNEY'S REPORT No Report. EXECUTIVE SESSION Removed from the Agenda. INTERIM VILLAGE ADMINISTRATOR Trustee Larson moved to table the appointment an Interim Village Administrator. Second by Trustee Wojowski. Vote by roll call. Calkins, no; Kalkanis, yes; Larson, yes; Ruane, yes; Wojowski, yes; Benton, no; Argoudelis, no. 4 yes, 3 no. Motion carried. Mayor Argoudelis read the reminders. Trustee Larson moved to adjourn. Second by Trustee Kalkanis. Voice Vote. All in favor, 0 opposed. Motion carried. The meeting adjourned at 9:27 p.m. Michelle Gibas, Village Clerk