Joliet public meetings in 2025

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings to decide on several land-use petitions. These include requests for special use permits and variations regarding parking, setbacks, and business uses. Two petitions for a self-storage facility at 1701 Drauden Road are marked to be deferred.

• Petition 2025-53: Special Use Permit for a community center at 111 McDonough Street
• Petition 2025-55 & 56: Variation for a laundromat and parking reduction at 621-629 N. Hickory Street
• Petition 2025-58: Special Exception for roof-mounted solar installation at 2114 Oak Leaf Street
• Petition 2025-59: Variation for reduced side yard setbacks at 6303 Brunswick Drive
• Petition 2025-60: Variation for rear yard setback and lot coverage at 424 W. Washington Street

The Joliet Zoning Board of Appeals approved all eight petitions on its agenda, including a special use permit for a community center at 111 McDonough Street, a variation of use for a laundromat at 629 N. Hickory Street, and a special exception for a roof-mounted solar installation at 2114 Oak Leaf Street. Two petitions regarding a self-storage facility at 1701 Drauden Road were deferred to the January 15 meeting. All votes were unanimous (7-0).

• Approved special use permit for community center at 111 McDonough St (7-0)
• Approved variation of use for laundromat at 629 N. Hickory St (7-0)
• Approved parking reduction from 31 to 19 spaces at 621-629 N. Hickory St (7-0)
• Approved variations for new ground sign at 2200 McDonough St (7-0)
• Approved special exception for roof-mounted solar at 2114 Oak Leaf St (7-0)
• Approved reduced side yard setback at 6303 Brunswick Dr (7-0)
• Approved reduced rear yard setback and lot coverage at 424 W. Washington St (7-0)
• Deferred petitions 2025-51 and 2025-52 for self-storage at 1701 Drauden Rd to Jan 15

Land Use and Economic Development Committee

The Joliet Land Use and Economic Development Committee will meet to discuss an ordinance establishing a boundary line agreement with the Village of Elwood. The meeting includes approval of previous minutes and a public comment period.

• Ordinance establishing a boundary line agreement between Joliet and Elwood
• Approval of November 19, 2025 meeting minutes
• Public comment period for agenda and non-agenda items

The Land Use and Economic Development Committee approved a new boundary line agreement between the City of Joliet and the Village of Elwood, replacing an agreement that expired in 2019. The approval was unanimous (3-0). The agreement still requires approval by the Joliet City Council and the Elwood Village Board. The committee also approved the minutes from the November 19, 2025 meeting.

• Approved new boundary line agreement with Village of Elwood (3-0)
• Approved meeting minutes from 11.19.25 (3-0)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee is reviewing resolutions and reports. Key items include a cost-sharing agreement for PACE Route 511 bus service and an ordinance to abate taxes for bond debt service. The committee will also receive monthly financial and Joliet Public Library quarterly reports.

• Resolution approving cost-sharing agreement with PACE and CenterPoint for bus service on Route 511
• Ordinance abating taxes for $3,665,000 General Obligation Bonds Series 2020A and $93,595,000 General Obligation Bonds Series 2022
• Resolution appointing an authorized agent for the Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund
• Monthly financial report for November 2025
• Joliet Public Library quarterly report for September–November 2025

The Joliet Finance Committee voted unanimously to recommend three agenda items to the full City Council for approval: a cost-sharing service agreement with PACE and CenterPoint for bus service on PACE Route 511, an ordinance abating 2025 taxes for debt service on two general obligation bond series, and a resolution appointing an authorized agent for the Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund. The committee also received reports on November 2025 monthly finances, invoice exceptions, the Joliet Public Library quarterly report, and travel expenses, but took no action on them. No public comments were made.

• Recommended cost-sharing service agreement with PACE and CenterPoint for PACE Route 511 bus service to Full Council (3-0)
• Recommended ordinance abating 2025 taxes for debt service on $3,665,000 Series 2020A and $93,595,000 Series 2022 GO bonds to Full Council (3-0)
• Recommended resolution appointing an authorized agent for the Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund to Full Council (3-0)
• Approved November 2025 meeting minutes (3-0)

City Council Meeting

The City Council will consider an ordinance approving the 2026 fiscal year budget and a bond abatement ordinance. The consent agenda includes multiple contract awards for infrastructure projects, such as water meter replacement, sewer rehabilitation, and surveillance system installation, totaling over $2.3 million. Appointments to several citizen boards are also scheduled.

• Approval of 2026 fiscal year budget ordinance
• Award of contract for sanitary sewer rehabilitation ($737,425)
• Professional services agreement for 2027 water system rehabilitation ($898,700)
• Funding for public safety PC replacement not to exceed $250,000
• Award of contract for large water meter replacement ($242,501)

The Joliet City Council approved the 2026 fiscal year budget (Ordinance 18809) with a 7-2 vote, with Councilman Hug and Councilwoman Quillman voting nay. The council also approved a consent agenda that included contracts for public safety PC replacement ($250,000), surveillance system hardware at Ottawa Street Parking Deck ($116,927.90), large water meter replacement ($242,501), sanitary sewer rehabilitation ($737,425), preliminary engineering for water system rehabilitation ($898,700), and other items. A separate vote approved the Bicentennial Park Theatre stage rigging replacement contract to Grand Stage Company ($117,000) with Councilman Hug voting nay. The council also adopted ordinances and resolutions related to bond abatement, license agreements for the Washington Street water main project, and other administrative matters.

• Approved 2026 fiscal year budget (Ordinance 18809) (7-2)
• Approved consent agenda including $250,000 for public safety PC replacement, $116,927.90 for surveillance system at Ottawa Street Parking Deck, $242,501 for water meter replacement, $737,425 for sanitary sewer rehabilitation, $898,700 for water system engineering, and other items
• Approved $117,000 contract for Bicentennial Park Theatre stage rigging replacement to Grand Stage Company (8-1)
• Adopted ordinance abating 2025 taxes for debt service on GO bonds (Ordinance 18808)
• Adopted resolutions accepting license agreements and easement for Washington Street water main project (Resolutions 8230-8232)
• Approved reappointments to Committee on Citizens with Disabilities, Plan Commission, Tree Advisory Board, and Zoning Board of Appeals
• Approved Councilman Pat Mudron as Mayor Pro Tem for Jan-Mar 2026

Public Assets Committee

The Public Assets Committee will consider a recommendation to award $117,000 for replacement of the theatre stage rigging at Bicentennial Park to Grand Stage Company. The meeting also includes approval of previous meeting minutes and public comment periods.

• Recommendation to award $117,000 payment to Grand Stage Company for Bicentennial Park Theatre Stage Rigging Replacement

The Public Assets Committee unanimously approved a $117,000 payment to Grand Stage Company for replacing the theatre stage rigging at Bicentennial Park. The current rigging, dating from the mid-to-late 1970s, is not up to code and poses a safety concern. The contract was not put out to bid; staff contacted Grand Stage and two other companies, with only Grand Stage returning a proposal. Union Ironworkers will assist with installation.

• Approved $117,000 stage rigging replacement contract to Grand Stage Company (3-0)
• Approved minutes from November 4, 2025 meeting (3-0)

Public Service Committee

The Public Service Committee will consider awarding contracts for water meter replacement, sewer rehabilitation, and water system engineering. The body will also approve change orders for water main improvement projects and accept agreements for the Washington Street Water Main Improvement Project.

• Award of $242,501.00 contract for 2025 Large Water Meter Replacement Program
• Award of $737,425.00 contract for Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation project
• Approval of $898,700.00 contract for 2027 Water System Rehabilitation Program
• Approval of $50,000.00 amendment for IDOT - I-80 Reconstruction Coordination Study
• Approval of $211,531.40 change order for Virginia Phase 1 Water Main Improvements Project

The Public Service Committee recommended approval of three contracts and two change orders/amendments for water and sewer projects, totaling about $1.88 million, to the full City Council. It also recommended three resolutions accepting license agreements and an easement for the Washington Street Water Main Improvement Project. All recommendations passed 2-0, with Chairman Hug absent. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Recommended approval of $242,501 contract to United Meters Inc. for 2025 Large Water Meter Replacement (652-25)
• Recommended approval of $737,425 contract to National Power Rodding Corp. for Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation and $69,900 amendment to RJN Group Inc. (653-25)
• Recommended approval of $898,700 professional services agreement to Baxter & Woodman Inc. for 2027 Water System Rehabilitation preliminary engineering (654-25)
• Recommended approval of $50,000 amendment to V3 Companies for I-80 Reconstruction Coordination study (655-25)
• Recommended approval of $211,531.40 change order and $636,005.01 final pay estimate to P.T. Ferro Construction Co. for Virginia Phase 1 Water Main Improvements (656-25)
• Recommended approval of resolution accepting license agreement from Canadian National Railway for Washington Street Water Main project (663-25)
• Recommended approval of resolution accepting temporary easement from Joliet Park District for Washington Street Water Main project (664-25)
• Recommended approval of resolution accepting license agreement from Metra for Washington Street Water Main project (665-25)

Pre-Council Meeting

The City Council will discuss the proposed 2026 Fiscal Year Budget and a bond abatement ordinance. The meeting includes several contract awards for water and sewer infrastructure and public safety equipment.

• Approval of the 2026 Fiscal Year Budget
• Contract for 2027 Water System Rehabilitation Preliminary Engineering with Baxter & Woodman Inc. for $898,700.00
• Contract for Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation with National Power Rodding Corp. for $737,425.00
• Funding for Public Safety PC Replacement not to exceed $250,000.00
• Contract for Ottawa Street Parking Deck surveillance hardware and installation with Orbis Solutions, Inc for $116,927.90

The pre-council meeting reviewed agenda items for the upcoming regular meeting, including the 2026 fiscal year budget ordinance and multiple contracts. No formal votes were taken; the council discussed items and received staff overviews. The meeting concluded with a unanimous motion to enter closed session.

• Reviewed 2026 FY budget ordinance (no vote)
• Reviewed $250,000 public safety PC replacement funding (no vote)
• Reviewed $116,927.90 surveillance system contract with Orbis Solutions (no vote)
• Reviewed $242,501 water meter replacement contract with United Meters Inc. (no vote)
• Reviewed $737,425 sewer rehabilitation contract with National Power Rodding Corp. (no vote)
• Reviewed $898,700 engineering agreement with Baxter & Woodman Inc. (no vote)
• Reviewed $117,000 theatre stage rigging contract with Grand Stage Company (no vote)
• Motion to enter closed session carried unanimously

Joint Review Board

The Joint Review Board will hold a largely organizational meeting, including officer selection and approval of prior minutes. The main agenda item is a review of Tax Increment Financing (TIF) reports for fiscal year 2024.

• Selection of chairperson and public member
• Approval of Joint Review Board minutes from 12.13.2024
• Review of TIF reports for FY 2024

Arts Commission

The Joliet Arts Commission will hold a special meeting to receive a final presentation from Sijia Chen on the Unity Dome project (TMP-9306). The agenda also includes routine items: roll call, approval of minutes, citizen comments on agenda items, and staff/member comments.

• Sijia Chen Unity Dome Final Presentation (TMP-9306)

The commission tabled approval of the meeting minutes until the next meeting. Sijia Chen presented the final design for the Unity Dome and discussed implementation steps. No formal approvals or funding decisions were made. A motion to adjourn was carried with votes from Simpson Jr, Grotovsky, Summers, Filotto, Franks‑Tapley, and Romero.

• Approval of minutes tabled (no vote)
• Adjournment motion carried (Simpson Jr, Grotovsky, Summers, Filotto, Franks‑Tapley, Romero)

Comprehensive Plan Advisory Committee

The Comprehensive Plan Advisory Committee will consider and discuss the vision, goals, and objectives for Joliet's Comprehensive Plan, including thematic workshops. The meeting also includes approval of prior meeting minutes and public comment periods.

• Discussion of Vision, Goals & Objectives for the Joliet Comprehensive Plan
• Thematic workshops planned as part of the comprehensive planning process
• Approval of minutes from the November 5, 2025 committee meeting

The Comprehensive Plan Advisory Committee approved the November 5 meeting minutes with 12 votes in favor, 1 abstention, and 4 members absent. The committee then adjourned the December 3 meeting with 15 votes in favor and 1 member absent. No substantive policy or project decisions were made.

• Approved November 5 minutes (12 ayes, 1 abstain)
• Adjourned meeting (15 ayes)

Communication, Technology and Information Systems Committee

The Communication, Technology & Information Systems Committee will consider two action items: a contract award for surveillance cameras at the Ottawa Street Parking Deck ($116,927.90) and funding for public safety computer replacements (up to $250,000). The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes and public comment periods.

• Award contract to Orbis Solutions Inc. for surveillance system hardware and installation at Ottawa Street Parking Deck for $116,927.90
• Approve funding for public safety PC replacement not to exceed $250,000
• Approval of minutes from the October 1, 2025 committee meeting

The Communication, Technology & Information Systems Committee approved the meeting minutes (TMP-9245). It also approved awarding a $116,927.90 contract to Orbis Solutions for surveillance hardware at the Ottawa Street Parking Deck (TMP-9246). Finally, the committee approved funding of up to $250,000 for a public safety PC replacement program (TMP-9247). All three motions passed with two votes in favor and one member absent.

• Approved meeting minutes (TMP-9245) (2-0)
• Approved award of surveillance contract to Orbis Solutions, Inc. for $116,927.90 (TMP-9246) (2-0)
• Approved funding for public safety PC replacement up to $250,000 (TMP-9247) (2-0)

City Council Meeting

The City Council will hold a public hearing on the proposed 2026 fiscal year budget. The council will also consider ordinances to levy property taxes for the city and the Joliet Public Library for 2025. Several consent agenda items include contract awards for road resurfacing ($516,142.58), an electric sweeper ($342,523), fire truck engine rebuild ($28,454.54), and water main projects. Additionally, a resolution authorizes an intergovernmental agreement with the state for use of the Joliet Correctional Center.

• Public hearing on 2026 Fiscal Year Budget (Item 640-25)
• Ordinance for City of Joliet property tax levy (643-25)
• Ordinance for Joliet Public Library property tax levy (642-25)
• Award of contract for 2025 Roadways Resurfacing Contract A to PT Ferro Construction Co. for $516,142.58 (Item 631-25)
• Award of contract for one compact electric sweeper from Brown Equipment Co. for $342,523.00 (Item 632-25)

The council approved several contracts and purchases, including a $342,523 electric sweeper and a $516,142 road resurfacing contract. It adopted two tax‑levy ordinances for the 2025 fiscal year—one for the Joliet Public Library and one for the city—passing each by a 7‑2 vote. The board also approved a $63,733 grant to Cut 158 Inc. and a change order reducing the Plainfield Road water‑main project cost to $564,960.68. All motions were carried as recorded.

• Approved appointment to the Board of Fire and Police (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of one Compact Electric Sweeper from Brown Equipment Co. for $342,523.00 (unanimous)
• Approved 2025 Roadways Resurfacing Contract A to PT Ferro Construction Co. for $516,142.58 (unanimous)
• Approved award of Business Continuity Grant to Cut 158 Inc. for $63,733.50 (unanimous)
• Approved Change Order No. 2 for Plainfield Road water‑main improvements, final amount $564,960.68 (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 642-25: levy and assessment of taxes for Joliet Public Library (7‑2 vote)
• Adopted Ordinance 643-25: levy and assessment of taxes for City of Joliet (7‑2 vote)
• Approved award of contract to Precision Truck Center for engine rebuild of Ladder Truck FD 779 for $28,454.54 (unanimous)

Pre-Council Meeting

The City Council will review the 2026 budget and hold a public hearing on the matter. The meeting includes votes on tax levy ordinances for the city and public library, as well as several infrastructure contracts.

• Public hearing for the 2026 Fiscal Year Budget
• 2025 Levy Ordinances for the City of Joliet and Joliet Public Library
• Roadways Resurfacing Contract A awarded to PT Ferro Construction Co. for $516,142.58
• Purchase of one compact electric sweeper from Brown Equipment Company for $342,523.00
• Business Continuity Grant of $63,733.50 to Cut 158, Inc.

The council approved several procurement contracts, a grant, and multiple ordinances and resolutions. Notable actions include awarding a $28,454.54 engine‑rebuild contract to Precision Truck Center and a $516,142.58 road resurfacing contract to PT Ferro Construction Co. The council also adopted a resolution authorizing an intergovernmental agreement to use the Joliet Correctional Center. A motion to enter closed session for personnel and legal matters carried.

• Awarded contract to Precision Truck Center for Ladder Truck FD 779 engine rebuild ($28,454.54)
• Awarded 2025 Roadways Resurfacing Contract A to PT Ferro Construction Co. ($516,142.58)
• Approved purchase of one Compact Electric Sweeper from Brown Equipment Company ($342,523.00)
• Approved Amendment No. 1 to professional services agreement with Jacobs Associates dba Delve Underground ($268,630.00)
• Awarded Business Continuity Grant to Cut 158, Inc. ($63,733.50)
• Approved Change Order No. 2 for Plainfield Road water main improvements to Austin Tyler Construction Inc.; decreased amount $1,735,236.11, final amount $564,960.68
• Adopted resolution authorizing intergovernmental agreement for City’s use of the Joliet Correctional Center
• Motion to enter closed session on personnel, collective bargaining, land acquisition, and litigation carried

Public Service Committee

The Public Service Committee will consider awarding several contracts and approving change orders for public works projects. Key items include a $516,142.58 road resurfacing contract, a $342,523.00 electric sweeper purchase, and a resolution for an easement with the Grand Prairie Water Commission. The committee will also review a change order reducing the Plainfield Road water main project by over $1.7 million and an engineering design amendment for the Des Plaines River tunnel rehabilitation.

• Award of contract for 2025 roadways resurfacing (Contract A) to PT Ferro Construction Co. for $516,142.58
• Approval of purchase of one compact electric sweeper from Brown Equipment Company for $342,523.00
• Award of contract for District Meter Area Chamber Installation to P.T. Ferro Construction Co. for $267,550.00
• Approval of Amendment No. 1 for engineering design services for Des Plaines River Tunnel Crossing Rehabilitation to Delve Underground for $268,630.00
• Resolution approving an easement agreement for water delivery structure between Joliet and Grand Prairie Water Commission

The Public Service Committee approved the November 17 minutes and then recommended several contracts, a equipment purchase, change orders and two resolutions for full Council approval. The contract for a compact electric sweeper was recommended with a 2‑aye, 1‑nay vote. All other recommendations passed unanimously.

• Approved 11/17/2025 Public Service Minutes (3 ayes)
• Recommended contract 630-25 (Precision Truck Center engine rebuild $28,454.54) for approval (3 ayes)
• Recommended contract 631-25 (PT Ferro road resurfacing $516,142.58) for approval (3 ayes)
• Recommended contract 633-25 (PT Ferro district meter chamber $267,550.00) for approval (3 ayes)
• Recommended purchase 632-25 (Compact Electric Sweeper $342,523.00) for approval (2 ayes, 1 nay)
• Recommended change orders 634-25, 635-25, 638-25 for approval (3 ayes)
• Recommended resolution 647-25 (Theodore Street widening local match) for approval (3 ayes)
• Recommended resolution 648-25 (Easement with Grand Prairie Water Commission) for approval (3 ayes)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Joliet Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing to consider three special use permits and a variation request. The board will also approve minutes from a previous meeting and hear public comments.

• Public hearing for day care facility at 580 Caton Farm Road
• Public hearing for self-storage facility at 1701 Drauden Road
• Public hearing for business district variation at 1701 Drauden Road
• Variation request for monument sign at 2219 W. Jefferson Street (deferred)
• Approval of Zoning Board of Appeals Meeting Minutes 10-16-25

The board approved Petition 2025-50, granting a special use permit for a daycare at 580 Caton Farm Road. Petitions 2025-51 and 2025-52 for a self‑storage facility and a B‑3 business use at 1701 Drauden Road were deferred to the December 18 meeting. Petition 2025-54 to increase monument sign area at 2219 W. Jefferson Street was deferred indefinitely.

• Approved Petition 2025-50 (daycare) – Aye: Bias, Hennessy, Nachtrieb, Roehr, Stiff; Nay: McGrath Schmig; Absent: Radakovich
• Deferred Petition 2025-51 (self‑storage) – Aye: Bias, Hennessy, Nachtrieb, Roehr, McGrath Schmig, Stiff; Absent: Radakovich
• Deferred Petition 2025-52 (B‑3 business) – Aye: Bias, Hennessy, Nachtrieb, Roehr, McGrath Schmig, Stiff; Absent: Radakovich
• Deferred Petition 2025-54 (monument sign) – Aye: Bias, Hennessy, Nachtrieb, Roehr, McGrath Schmig, Stiff; Absent: Radakovich
• Approved meeting minutes – Aye: Bias, Hennessy, Nachtrieb, Roehr, McGrath Schmig, Stiff; Absent: Radakovich
• Approved adjournment – Aye: Bias, Hennessy, Nachtrieb, Roehr, McGrath Schmig, Stiff; Absent: Radakovich

Plan Commission

The Plan Commission will hold public hearings on several items: a final plat for a pipeline subdivision, annexation and business zoning for 580 Caton Farm Road, and a planned unit development for Joliet Catholic Academy. Several previously scheduled items have been deferred indefinitely. The commission will also receive status updates on the Joliet Comprehensive Plan and the I-80 Des Plaines River Bridge Community Plan.

• Final plat for TC Energy subdivision at 4101 S. Cherry Hill Road
• Annexation of 580 Caton Farm Road to B-1 Neighborhood Business district
• Preliminary Planned Unit Development for 580 Caton Farm Road
• Preliminary Planned Unit Development for Joliet Catholic Academy at 1201 Wyoming Avenue
• Status updates on Joliet Comprehensive Plan and I-80 Des Plaines River Bridge Community Plan

The commission approved the annexation of 580 Caton Farm Road (A‑5‑25) and the related PUD‑9‑25 development. It also approved the final plat for the Laraway ANR Pipeline subdivision (FP‑4‑25) and the PUD‑10‑25 for Joliet Catholic Academy. Petitions PUD‑7‑25, A‑4‑25, and PUD‑8‑25 were deferred indefinitely. All approvals were adopted with six commissioners voting yes and three absent; the PUD‑10‑25 vote had five yes votes with one commissioner recused.

• Approved Plan Commission Meeting Minutes 10-16-25 (6-0)
• Approved FP-4-25 final plat for Laraway ANR Pipeline subdivision (6-0)
• Deferred PUD-7-25 Cumberland South Forty Unit Five (6-0)
• Deferred A-4-25 annexation of 793 acres near S. Rowell Road (6-0)
• Deferred PUD-8-25 Joliet Technology Center subdivision (6-0)
• Approved A-5-25 annexation of 580 Caton Farm Road (6-0)
• Approved PUD-9-25 development of 580 Caton Farm (6-0)
• Approved PUD-10-25 Joliet Catholic Academy subdivision (5-0, 1 recused)

Joliet Historic Preservation Commission

The Joliet Historic Preservation Commission will hold a regular meeting including approval of minutes from April 2025, public comment periods, and a discussion on a survey of hitching posts. No votes on ordinances or contracts are scheduled.

• New business: Survey of Hitching Posts discussion

The commission approved the April 23, 2025 meeting minutes by a 7‑0 vote and later approved adjournment by the same vote count. Commissioners agreed to create a geolocated inventory of Joliet’s hitching posts and stepping stones, involving the public and targeting completion by Preservation Month in May. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved April 23, 2025 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Approved adjournment of the meeting (7-0)
• Approved creation of a public‑involved geolocated inventory of hitching posts, to be completed by May Preservation Month (no vote recorded)

Arts Commission

The Arts Commission will meet to review a staff update regarding the draft Public Art Ordinance. The body will also consider the approval of meeting minutes from October 15, 2025.

• Staff update on the Draft Public Art Ordinance (TMP-9244)
• Approval of 10.15.25 meeting minutes (TMP-9229)

The Arts Commission voted unanimously to name Ron Romero as Pro‑Tem Chair for the meeting. The commission approved Council Memo #TMP-9229, the November 15 meeting minutes, with five members voting aye and four members absent. The meeting was adjourned at 5:57 p.m. after a similar vote.

• Appointed Ron Romero as Pro‑Tem Chair (unanimous)
• Approved Council Memo #TMP-9229 meeting minutes (Stoiber, Summers, Franks‑Tapley, Volling, Romero aye; Simpson Jr, Grotovsky, Filotto, Russotti absent)
• Adjourned meeting at 5:57 p.m. (Stoiber, Summers, Franks‑Tapley, Volling, Romero aye; Simpson Jr, Grotovsky, Filotto, Russotti absent)

Land Use and Economic Development Committee

The Land Use and Economic Development Committee will consider awarding a $63,733.50 business continuity grant to Cut 158 Inc. The meeting will also include the approval of minutes from a previous session and a public comment period.

• Award $63,733.50 Business Continuity Grant to Cut 158 Inc.
• Approval of 10-22-2025 Meeting Minutes TMP-9190
• Public Comment on Agenda Items (Max 4 minutes)
• Public Comment on Non-Agenda Items (Max 4 minutes)

The committee approved the minutes from the October 22, 2025 meeting. It also approved a Business Continuity Grant of $63,733.50 for Cut 158 Inc. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved 10-22-2025 meeting minutes (Councilman Cardenas, Councilwoman Ibarra, Councilman Mudron)
• Approved $63,733.50 Business Continuity Grant to Cut 158 Inc. (Councilman Cardenas, Councilwoman Ibarra, Councilman Mudron)
• Adjourned meeting (Councilman Cardenas, Councilwoman Ibarra, Councilman Mudron)

City Council Meeting

The Joliet City Council will consider a consent agenda with multiple contracts for tree removal, trimming, and engineering services, including a $296,695.86 amendment for Houbolt Road reconstruction and a $579,861.02 change order for Chicago Street streetscape improvements.

• Award of contract for 2025-2026 Tree Removal and Stump Grinding Project ($99,981.56)
• Award of contract for 2025-2026 Tree Trimming (East) Project ($92,530.00)
• Award of contract for 2025-2026 Tree Trimming (West) Project ($58,606.00)
• Approval of Amendment No. 1 to Houbolt Road (US Route 6 - I-80) Roadway Reconstruction Project ($296,695.86)
• Approval of Change Order No. 2 for Chicago Street Streetscape Project ($579,861.02)

The City Council voted to deny the mixed‑use variation of use for 616 Williamson Avenue. It approved a special‑use permit for a truck and trailer parking lot west of Vera Court. The council also approved the $156,500 Raftelis service‑level study (6‑3) and several change orders for street and road projects. All other consent‑agenda items, including tree‑service contracts and various capital‑project contracts, were approved.

• Denied Ordinance 619-25 (mixed‑use at 616 Williamson Ave) – unanimous vote
• Approved Ordinance 620-25 (truck/trailer parking lot west of Vera Court) – unanimous vote
• Approved Council Memo 603-25: Raftelis Service Level and Staffing Study ($156,500) – 6‑3 vote
• Approved Change Order 616-25 for Chicago Street Streetscape ($579,861.02) – unanimous vote
• Approved Change Order 617-25 for Houbolt Road reconstruction (deduction $2,242,739.71, final $1,812,604.25) – unanimous vote
• Approved tree removal and trimming contracts (total $251,117.56) as part of consent agenda
• Approved HVAC replacement at Slammers Stadium ($242,041.80) and asbestos/lead abatement ($227,700) as part of consent agenda
• Approved all consent‑agenda items except 603-25 – unanimous vote

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will consider awarding a $156,500 contract to Raftelis for a citywide service level study and accepting a 2025 Powering the Holidays grant from the Metropolitan Mayors Caucus and ComEd. The meeting will also include approval of minutes and reports on financial and staffing data.

• Award of $156,500 contract to Raftelis for service level study
• Acceptance of 2025 Powering the Holidays grant from ComEd
• Approval of October 2025 Finance Committee minutes
• Review of monthly financial and position summary reports

The Finance Committee approved the minutes from the October 21, 2025 meeting. It recommended awarding a $156,500 professional services agreement to Raftelis for a citywide service level and staffing study, passing with a 2‑1 vote. The committee also recommended accepting the 2025 Powering the Holidays grant from the Metropolitan Mayors Caucus and ComEd, passing unanimously. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved October 21, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Recommended award of $156,500 Raftelis study contract (2-1)
• Recommended acceptance of 2025 Powering the Holidays grant (3-0)
• Adjourned meeting (3-0)

Pre-Council Meeting

The Joliet City Council will consider approving multiple contracts for tree trimming, road reconstruction, and HVAC replacements, along with amendments to existing engineering and sidewalk projects. The body will also hear zoning appeals and intergovernmental agreements with the Illinois Department of Transportation.

• Award of Tree Removal and Trimming contracts to Arbor Tek ($250,117.56)
• Approval of Houbolt Road reconstruction project amendment ($689,545.82)
• Approval of Chicago Street streetscape change order ($579,861.02)
• Award of HVAC replacement contract for Slammers Stadium ($242,041.80)
• Public hearings for zoning appeals at 616 Williamson Avenue and 3300 Channahon Road

The council approved a series of contract awards and amendments for city projects, including tree services, road reconstruction, and sewer work. It also adopted an ordinance allowing a mixed-use structure at 616 Williamson Avenue and a special use permit for truck parking near Vera Court. Additionally, the council accepted the 2025 Powering the Holidays grant. No vote tallies were recorded in the minutes.

• Approved award of $99,981.56 contract for 2025‑2026 Tree Removal and Stump Grinding to Arbor Tek Landscape Services Inc.
• Approved award of $92,530.00 contract for 2025‑2026 Tree Trimming (East) to Arbor Tek Landscape Services Inc.
• Approved award of $58,606.00 contract for 2025‑2026 Tree Trimming (West) to Arbor Tek Landscape Services Inc.
• Approved purchase of four heavy‑duty dump‑plow bodies for $565,424.20 from Henderson Products
• Approved Amendment No. 1 to Phase III engineering services for Houbolt Road reconstruction, $296,695.86 (and final $392,850.96)
• Approved Amendment No. 1 to the 2025 Water and Sewer Financial Planning services agreement, $20,000.00
• Adopted ordinance approving a variation of use for a mixed‑use structure at 616 Williamson Avenue (ZBA 2025‑35)
• Adopted resolution accepting the 2025 Powering the Holidays grant from the Metropolitan Mayors Caucus and ComEd

Public Service Committee

The Public Service Committee will consider awarding multiple contracts for tree removal, tree trimming, and dump-plow bodies, as well as several change orders for road and sidewalk projects. The committee will also vote on intergovernmental agreements with IDOT for I-80 interchange and bridge improvements, and a project labor agreement for the Alternative Water Source Program.

• Tree removal and stump grinding contract to Arbor Tek for $99,981.56
• Purchase of four heavy-duty dump-plow bodies from Henderson Products for $565,424.20
• Change Order No. 4 for Houbolt Road reconstruction: deduction of $2,242,739.71 and final payment of $1,812,604.25
• Resolution for I-80 at IL Route 53 (Chicago Street) interchange improvement IGA with IDOT
• Amendment No. 1 for Chicago Street streetscape engineering services (not to exceed $150,000)

The Public Service Committee recommended and the full Council approved several contracts, professional services agreements, change orders, and five intergovernmental agreements with the Illinois Department of Transportation for I‑80 improvement projects. All motions were carried unanimously by Councilman Hug, Councilman Mudron, and Councilwoman Reardon. No items were denied or tabled.

• Approved $99,981.56 contract to Arbor Tek for 2025‑2026 tree removal and stump grinding (600-25)
• Approved $92,530.00 contract to Arbor Tek for 2025‑2026 east tree trimming (601-25)
• Approved $58,606.00 contract to Arbor Tek for 2025‑2026 west tree trimming (602-25)
• Approved $565,424.20 purchase of four heavy‑duty dump‑plow bodies from Henderson Products (604-25)
• Approved $181,600 professional services agreement with Baxter & Woodman for water system improvements (610-25)
• Approved $100,000 professional engineering support services agreement with Baxter & Woodman (611-25)
• Approved five IDOT intergovernmental agreements for I‑80 projects (resolutions 625‑25 to 629‑25)
• Approved project labor agreement with Will & Grundy Counties Building Trades Council and Three Rivers Construction Alliance for water projects (627‑25)

Board of Fire and Police Commissioners

The Board of Fire and Police Commissioners will vote on two promotions: Michael Pauly to Sergeant in the Police Department and Justin Bill to Lieutenant in the Fire Department. The board will also discuss hiring of police officers during a closed session. Public comments are accepted on agenda and non-agenda items.

• Promotion of Michael Pauly from Officer to Sergeant (Joliet Police Department)
• Promotion of Justin Bill from Apparatus Operator to Lieutenant (Joliet Fire Department)
• Hiring of police officers (discussed in closed session)
• Approval of minutes from October 14, 2025
• Closed session for specific employee matters (personnel, compensation, discipline)

The commissioners approved the promotion of Officer Michael Pauly to Sergeant and Justin Bill to Lieutenant. They also approved conditional hiring of three police applicants (Dominic Luciano, Sarah Bourell, Alejandro Villegas) while rejecting the hiring of six other applicants.

• Promoted Michael Pauly to Sergeant – approved (3-0)
• Promoted Justin Bill to Lieutenant – approved (3-0)
• Conditional hiring of applicant #46 Dominic Luciano – approved (3-0)
• Hiring of applicant #47 Andrew Marquez – failed (0-3)
• Hiring of applicant #48 Kameron Robertson – failed (0-3)
• Conditional hiring of applicant #49 Sarah Bourell – approved (3-0)
• Hiring of applicant #52 Raheem Byfield – failed (0-3)
• Conditional hiring of applicant #55 Alejandro Villegas – approved (3-0)

Comprehensive Plan Advisory Committee

The Comprehensive Plan Advisory Committee will review the Engagement Summary for Survey and Community Workshop #1 (TMP-9172) and discuss Thematic Working Group Meetings (TMP-9174). The meeting also includes approval of the September 3, 2025 minutes (TMP-9175). No final decisions are indicated; items are for discussion and public comment.

• Approval of minutes: Comprehensive Plan Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes 9-3-25 (TMP-9175)
• Engagement Summary: Survey and Community Workshop #1 (TMP-9172)
• Thematic Working Group Meetings (TMP-9174)

The Comprehensive Plan Advisory Committee voted to approve the minutes from the September 3, 2025 meeting. A motion to adjourn the November 5, 2025 meeting was also approved. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved September 3, 2025 meeting minutes (motion carried)
• Approved adjournment of the November 5, 2025 meeting (motion carried)

City Council Meeting

The City Council will hold a public hearing on designating the Joliet River Edge Redevelopment Zone and discuss the 2025 property tax levy. The body is also considering the annexation and zoning of the DeLeon Subdivision.

• Public hearing and ordinance for the Joliet River Edge Redevelopment Zone
• Annexation and R-1B zoning for 8.1 acres east of Thoroughbred Lane (DeLeon Subdivision)
• Purchase of a Ford F 250 Service Truck for $66,063.70
• Payment of $1,302,885.60 for Spring Creek Phase 1 Water Main Improvements
• Lease agreement with La Sociedad, Inc. (DBA Casa Catrina Mexican Heritage Cuisine)

The council approved all items on the consent agenda, including several change orders and purchases. It adopted the Ordinance Designating an Area as the Joliet River Edge Redevelopment Zone. It also approved a resolution annexing 8.1 acres east of Thoroughbred Lane. All motions carried with unanimous support.

• Approved consent agenda items (change orders, purchases, contracts) – unanimous
• Approved Change Order No. 2 for Rosalind Street Culvert Replacement ($188,191.67) – unanimous
• Approved Change Order No. 2 for Spring Creek Phase 1 Water Main Improvements ($1,302,885.60) – unanimous
• Approved purchase of Ford F250 service truck ($66,063.70) – unanimous
• Approved purchase of bulk roadway sign materials ($42,128.75) – unanimous
• Approved purchase of replacement waste pumps for Aux Sable WWTP ($60,000) – unanimous
• Adopted Ordinance Designating the Joliet River Edge Redevelopment Zone (Ordinance 18797) – unanimous
• Adopted Resolution approving annexation of 8.1 acres east of Thoroughbred Lane (Resolution 8216) – unanimous

Public Assets Committee

The Public Assets Committee is reviewing recommendations to award contracts for museum repairs, asbestos abatement, and HVAC replacements. The body will also receive updates regarding Slammers Stadium and the museum.

• Payment of $69,275.00 to Cosgrove Construction Inc. for Joliet Area Historical Museum Gallery Ceiling Repair and Painting
• Contract of $227,700.00 to Nationwide Environmental & Demo, LLC for Former Stadium Club Asbestos/Lead Abatement
• Recommendation of $242,041.80 to Anchor Mechanical Inc. for five rooftop HVAC units at Slammers Stadium

The Public Assets Committee approved three capital contracts: a $69,275 payment to Cosgrove Construction for the Joliet Area Historical Museum gallery ceiling repair, a $227,700 contract to Nationwide Environmental & Demo for asbestos/lead abatement at the former Stadium Club, and a $242,041.80 contract to Anchor Mechanical for replacement of five rooftop HVAC units at Slammers Stadium. All three motions passed unanimously. The committee also approved its previous meeting minutes.

• Approved $69,275 museum ceiling repair contract to Cosgrove Construction (unanimous)
• Approved $227,700 asbestos/lead abatement contract to Nationwide Environmental & Demo (unanimous)
• Approved $242,041.80 HVAC replacement contract to Anchor Mechanical (unanimous)
• Approved 8-25-2025 Public Assets Committee meeting minutes (unanimous)

Pre-Council Meeting

The Joliet City Council will discuss the 2025 property tax levy, hold public hearings on the Joliet River Edge Redevelopment Zone and an 8.1-acre annexation east of Thoroughbred Lane, and consider multiple ordinances and resolutions. Consent agenda items include change orders for Bridge Street and Spring Creek projects, and purchases of a service truck and wastewater pumps.

• 2025 Property Tax Levy Discussion (Item 588-25)
• Public Hearing & Ordinance for Joliet River Edge Redevelopment Zone (Items 590-25, 593-25)
• Public Hearing & Ordinances for DeLeon Subdivision annexation and zoning (8.1 acres east of Thoroughbred Lane, Items 591-25, 594-25)
• Ordinance approving Fourth Amendment to Development Agreement for Senior Suites of Joliet at 215 N. Ottawa Street (Item 596-25)
• Resolution for lease agreement between City and Casa Catrina Mexican Heritage Cuisine (Item 598-25)

The council approved several financial items, including change orders, purchases and a contract for waste pumps. It also adopted an ordinance creating the Joliet River Edge Redevelopment Zone. A lease agreement with Casa Catrina was authorized.

• Approved Change Order No. 3 for Bridge Street (Nicholson‑Center) Roadway Improvement: $11,139.97 deduction and $33,566.80 payment
• Approved purchase of one Ford F250 service truck from Rod Baker Ford for $66,063.70
• Approved purchase order for 2025 bulk roadway sign materials to High Star Traffic for $42,128.75
• Approved Change Order No. 1 for Hickory‑Spring Creek Cleaning Project to Gregg W. Dobczyk Excavating: $20,000 deduction and $150,000 payment
• Approved purchase of replacement waste pumps for Aux Sable Wastewater Treatment Plant from Boerger LLC for $60,000
• Approved Change Order No. 2 for Rosalind Street Culvert Replacement Project to Austin Tyler Construction: $2,704.50 deduction and $188,191.67 payment
• Approved Ordinance designating an area as the Joliet River Edge Redevelopment Zone
• Approved Resolution authorizing a lease agreement with La Sociedad, Inc., DBA Casa Catrina

Public Service Committee

The Public Service Committee will consider multiple contract approvals, including the purchase of a Ford F-250 service truck ($66,063.70), bulk roadway sign materials ($42,128.75), and replacement wastewater pumps ($60,000). Several change orders and final payments for infrastructure projects are also up for approval, most notably a $1.3 million final payment for the Spring Creek Phase 1 water main improvements after a $1.145 million deduction. Additionally, committee members will receive a report on utilities' maintenance activities, including valve and hydrant break data.

• Approval of final payment of $1,302,885.60 for Spring Creek Phase 1 Water Main Improvements to Austin Tyler Construction Inc., with a deduction of $1,145,302.94
• Purchase of one Ford F-250 service truck from Rod Baker Ford for $66,063.70
• Change Order No. 3 and final payment of $33,566.80 for Bridge Street (Nicholson–Center) roadway project, with a deduction of $11,139.97
• Change Order No. 1 and final payment of $150,000 for the 2025 Hickory–Spring Creek Cleaning Project to Gregg W. Dobczyk Excavating
• Approval of replacement waste pumps for Aux Sable Wastewater Treatment Plant from Boerger LLC for $60,000

The Public Service Committee approved recommendations for three purchases and four change‑order payments, totaling several hundred thousand dollars. The motions were carried unanimously by the three committee members. No public comments were received.

• Approved purchase of one Ford F250 Service Truck for $66,063.70 from Rod Baker Ford (580-25)
• Approved purchase of 2025 Bulk Roadway Sign Materials for $42,128.75 from High Star Traffic (581-25)
• Approved purchase of replacement waste pumps for the Aux Sable Wastewater Treatment Plant for $60,000 from Boerger LLC (583-25)
• Approved Change Order No. 3 (deduction $11,139.97) and Payment Request No. 4 & Final $33,566.80 for Bridge Street Roadway Improvement Project to PT Ferro Construction Co. (579-25)
• Approved Change Order No. 1 ($20,000) and Payment Request No. 1 & Final $150,000 for Hickory‑Spring Creek Cleaning Project to Gregg W. Dobczyk Excavating (582-25)
• Approved Change Order No. 2 (deduction $2,704.50) and Payment Request No. 3 & Final $188,191.67 for Rosalind Street Culvert Replacement Project to Austin Tyler Construction Inc. (586-25)
• Approved Change Order No. 2 (deduction $1,145,302.94) and Pay Estimate No. 9 & Final $1,302,885.60 for Spring Creek Phase 1 Water Main Improvements Project to Austin Tyler Construction Inc. (587-25)

Land Use and Economic Development Committee

The Land Use & Economic Development Committee will consider an ordinance designating an area as the Joliet River Edge Redevelopment Zone. They will also discuss a lease agreement with La Sociedad, Inc., an amendment to a development agreement for Senior Suites at 215 N. Ottawa Street, dedication of a portion of Maple Street as public right-of-way, and a Memorandum of Understanding with the Regional Transportation Authority for a Transit Oriented Development Zoning Code Update. The meeting includes public comment periods for agenda and non-agenda items.

• Ordinance designating Joliet River Edge Redevelopment Zone
• Lease agreement with La Sociedad, Inc.
• Amendment #4 to development agreement for Senior Suites, LLC building at 215 N. Ottawa Street
• Dedication of a portion of Maple Street as public right-of-way
• MOU with RTA for Transit Oriented Development Zoning Code Update

The committee approved a lease agreement with La Sociedad, Inc., an amendment to the Senior Suites development agreement, and a dedication of part of Maple Street as public right‑of‑way. It also moved an ordinance designating the Joliet River Edge Redevelopment Zone to a public hearing and approved a memorandum of understanding for a transit‑oriented development zoning code update. All motions were carried with unanimous aye votes except the approval of prior meeting minutes, which had one abstention.

• Approved September 3, 2025 Special Meeting minutes (2-0-1)
• Approved lease agreement with La Sociedad, Inc. (3-0)
• Approved Amendment #4 to Development Agreement for Senior Suites, LLC (3-0)
• Moved Joliet River Edge Redevelopment Zone ordinance to public hearing (3-0)
• Approved dedication of portion of Maple Street as public right‑of‑way (3-0)
• Approved MOU with Regional Transportation Authority for transit‑oriented development zoning code update (3-0)
• Adjourned meeting (3-0)

City Council Meeting

The Joliet City Council will consider a consent agenda including a $350,000 purchase of water metering equipment from Core & Main LP, among other contracts. Additionally, the council will vote on retiree medical, dental, and vision benefits options. Public hearings are scheduled for tax levies in Special Service Areas, and a resolution to deny a Class B liquor license at 3111 Theodore Street is on the agenda.

• Purchase of water metering equipment from Core & Main LP for $350,000
• Award of contract for fuel tank removal at 9 Osgood Street for $125,000
• Approval of retiree medical, dental, and vision benefits options
• Resolution to deny Class B liquor license at 3111 Theodore Street (Spicy Larry Café LLC)
• Ordinance for tax levy in Special Service Area Number Fourteen (Joliet City Center)

The City Council appointed Travis Brown to the Committee for Citizens with Disabilities. It approved retiree medical, dental and vision benefits, and adopted a tax levy ordinance for FY 2025 in the City Center Special Service Area. The council also approved a Class B liquor license for El Flamingo Bar & Grill and denied a similar license for Spicy Larry Café. Several contract awards and purchases, including traffic signal materials and water‑metering equipment, were also approved.

• Appointed Travis Brown to the Committee for Citizens with Disabilities (replacing Veronica J. Pollard)
• Approved Retiree Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits Options (COUNCIL MEMO #567-25)
• Approved issuance of Class “B” liquor license to El Flamingo Bar & Grill at 3340 Mall Loop Drive
• Approved resolution denying Class “B” liquor license to Spicy Larry Café at 3111 Theodore Street
• Approved Ordinance 18795 levying taxes for FY 2025 in the 1996 Joliet Special Service Area #14 (City Center)
• Approved contract award for traffic signal materials to Traffic Control Corp. for $28,562.00
• Approved contract for removal of fuel tanks at 9 Osgood Street to Petroleum Technologies Equipment, Inc. for $125,000.00
• Approved purchase of water metering equipment from Core & Main LP for $350,000.00

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will discuss the 2025 property tax levy and consider ordinances to levy taxes for two Special Service Areas (Joliet City Center and Park Hill Subdivision). They will also vote on retiree benefit options and a contract for prescription drug rebate management. Other business includes approval of minutes, appointment of an IMRF authorized agent, and receipt of monthly financial reports.

• Discuss 2025 property tax levy (TMP-9138)
• Ordinance to levy taxes for 1996 Joliet Special Service Area Number Fourteen (Joliet City Center) (TMP-9123)
• Ordinance to levy taxes for 2009 Joliet Special Service Area Number Seven (Park Hill Subdivision) (TMP-9125)
• Approve retiree medical, dental, and vision benefits options (TMP-9127)
• Approve contract with MMA Rx Solutions for prescription drug rebate management (TMP-9139)

The committee approved the September 16, 2025 Finance Committee minutes. It then approved five agenda items: the retirement‑fund agent resolution, two tax‑levy ordinances, retiree benefits options, and a contract with MMA Rx Solutions. No action was taken on the 2025 Property Tax Levy discussion. The meeting was adjourned.

• Approved September 16, 2025 Finance Committee minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution appointing an authorized agent for the Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (TMP-9095) (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance for levy and assessment of taxes for Joliet City Center SSA (TMP-9123) (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance for levy and assessment of taxes for Park Hill SSA (TMP-9125) (unanimous)
• Approved Retiree Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits Options (TMP-9127) (unanimous)
• Approved Contract with MMA Rx Solutions for prescription drug rebate management (TMP-9139) (unanimous)
• No action taken on 2025 Property Tax Levy Discussion (TMP-9138)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Pre-Council Meeting

The Joliet City Council will meet in pre-council session to discuss consent agenda items including multiple contracts and purchases, two liquor license actions (one issuance and one denial), tax levies for two Special Service Areas, and resolutions on surplus property and intergovernmental agreements. The meeting also includes a closed session for personnel, collective bargaining, land acquisition, and litigation matters.

• Purchase of water metering equipment from Core & Main LP for $350,000
• Award of contract for transfer of satellite flow monitoring sites to SCADA system for $196,475
• Professional services contract for removal of fuel and fuel tanks from 9 Osgood Street for $125,000
• Issuance of Class B liquor license at 3340 Mall Loop Drive to El Flamingo Bar & Grill Inc.
• Resolution to deny Class B liquor license at 3111 Theodore Street to Spicy Larry Café LLC

The Joliet City Council approved a resolution declaring certain city property surplus, adopted tax levy ordinances for two special service areas, and authorized multiple contracts and purchases ranging from traffic signal materials to water‑metering equipment. It also approved retiree medical, dental and vision benefits options and denied a Class “B” liquor license for Spicy Larry Café. The council entered closed session to discuss personnel, collective bargaining, land acquisition and litigation matters.

• Resolution Declaring Certain City of Joliet Property as Surplus (approved)
• Ordinance for Levy and Assessment of Taxes for 1996 Joliet SSA #14 (approved)
• Ordinance for Levy and Assessment of Taxes for 2009 Joliet SSA #7 (approved)
• Award of Contract for SCADA Transfer of Satellite Flow Monitoring Sites to Metropolitan Industries, $196,475.00 (approved)
• Approval of Purchase of Water Metering Equipment from Core & Main LP, $350,000.00 (approved)
• Resolution Approving Subrecipient Award Agreement between Will County and City of Joliet for SEJSD Water System Improvements (approved)
• Resolution to Deny Issuance of Class “B” Liquor License at 3111 Theodore Street – Spicy Larry Café LLC (denied)
• Motion to enter closed session to discuss personnel, collective bargaining, land acquisition and litigation (motion carried)

Public Service Committee

The Public Service Committee will consider multiple contract awards, including a $350,000 purchase of water metering equipment from Core & Main LP and a $196,475 contract for transferring satellite flow monitoring sites to the SCADA system. Other notable items include a $125,000 contract for fuel tank removal at 9 Osgood Street and resolutions declaring surplus property and approving intergovernmental agreements for the Southeast Joliet Sanitary District.

• Purchase of water metering equipment from Core & Main LP for $350,000
• Award of contract for SCADA system transfer to Metropolitan Industries for $196,475
• Award of professional services contract for fuel tank removal at 9 Osgood Street to Petroleum Technologies Equipment, Inc. for $125,000
• Award of GIS mapping project for Southeast Joliet Sanitary District to TWiG Technologies for $93,387.50
• Resolution declaring certain city property as surplus

The Public Service Committee voted to recommend several contract awards and resolutions for approval by the full City Council. It also approved a change order and final payment for the Cass Street/Jefferson Street streetscape repair project and an amendment to the Fairmont Water & Sewer Extension agreement. All motions carried with the two present members voting aye.

• Recommended approval of Traffic Signal Materials PO $28,562 (557-25) – motion carried
• Recommended approval of Fuel Tank Removal contract $125,000 (558-25) – motion carried
• Recommended approval of Northpoint Development engineering agreement up to $40,000 (559-25) – motion carried
• Recommended approval of SCADA transfer contract $196,475 (561-25) – motion carried
• Recommended approval of Sensus Analytics payment $87,623 (563-25) – motion carried
• Recommended approval of Water Metering equipment purchase $350,000 (564-25) – motion carried
• Approved Change Order No.1 and final payment for Cass/Jefferson Streetscape ($15,015.24 & $16,755.46) (560-25) – motion carried
• Approved Amendment No.2 for Fairmont Water & Sewer Extension (no cost change) (565-25) – motion carried

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Joliet Zoning Board of Appeals will hear public hearings on nine petitions, including requests for fence height variances, parking lot reconstructions, and special use permits. One petition for a home daycare expansion has been withdrawn.

• Variation to allow 6-foot fence at 2916 Reflection Drive
• Variations for parking lot reconstruction at Eastern and Van Buren
• Variations for signage at 2121 W. Jefferson Street
• Variations for new commercial building at 103 S. Briggs Street
• Special Use Permit for home daycare at 913 Plaintain Drive (withdrawn)

The Zoning Board of Appeals approved a 6‑foot fence variation at 2916 Reflection Drive and several parking‑lot design variances. It also approved wall‑sign and increased sign‑area variances at 2121 W. Jefferson Street, a new commercial building, a detached garage, truck‑and‑trailer parking uses, and a roof‑mounted solar installation. One setback‑reduction request for a pole sign was denied. All other motions carried with unanimous or majority votes.

• Approved 6‑ft fence variation at 2916 Reflection Dr (4‑2)
• Approved parking‑lot landscape and design variances west of N. Eastern Ave at Van Buren St (6‑0)
• Approved wall sign (non‑public way) at 2121 W. Jefferson St (6‑0)
• Approved increase of total permitted sign area to 234 ft at 2121 W. Jefferson St (6‑0)
• Approved construction of new commercial building at 103/105 S. Briggs St & 1522 E. Washington St (6‑0)
• Approved detached garage at 703 Clement St (6‑0)
• Approved truck and trailer parking special‑use permit and related variations west of Vera Ct (6‑0 each)
• Approved roof‑mounted solar installation at 3300 Channahon Rd (6‑0)

Plan Commission

The Joliet Plan Commission will hold public hearings on a package of items around S. Briggs Street and Second Avenue: vacation of a 14-foot by 123-foot public alley, a preliminary plat for the Briggs Street Subdivision, and a zoning reclassification from R-2 to B-1. Most other agenda items have been deferred to a later date.

• Vacation of a 14-ft by 123-ft portion of public alley south of 101 S. Briggs Street (V-5-25)
• Preliminary plat of Briggs Street Subdivision at 101 S. Briggs, 1520 E. Washington, 113 S. Briggs, and 1521 Second Avenue (P-5-25)
• Reclassification of 113 S. Briggs Street and 1521 Second Avenue from R-2 to B-1 zoning (Z-1-25)

The commission approved three related actions: vacation of a public alley (V-5-25), a preliminary plat for the Briggs Street subdivision (P-5-25), and reclassification of part of Briggs Street from R-2 to B-1 zoning (Z-1-25). All three motions passed with six votes in favor and three members absent. The commission also deferred four other petitions (FP-4-25, PUD-7-25, A-4-25, PUD-8-25) to the November 20 meeting.

• Approved V-5-25 vacation of public alley (6-0, 3 absent)
• Approved P-5-25 preliminary plat of Briggs Street Subdivision (6-0, 3 absent)
• Approved Z-1-25 reclassification from R-2 to B-1 zoning (6-0, 3 absent)
• Deferred FP-4-25 Final Plat of Laraway ANR Pipeline subdivision (6-0, 3 absent)
• Deferred PUD-7-25 Preliminary Planned Unit Development of Cumberland South Forty Unit Five (6-0, 3 absent)
• Deferred A-4-25 Annexation of approx 795 acres near S. Rowell Road (6-0, 3 absent)
• Deferred PUD-8-25 Preliminary Planned Unit Development of Joliet Technology Center Subdivision (6-0, 3 absent)

Arts Commission

The Joliet Arts Commission will hold its regular meeting with roll call and approval of the August 20, 2025 meeting minutes. Commissioners and the public may comment on non‑agenda items for up to four minutes each. The agenda includes a presentation on a city square sculpture by Sijia Chen focusing on community engagement. The meeting will conclude with adjournment.

• Approval of August 20, 2025 Arts Commission meeting minutes (TMP-9087)
• City square sculpture presentation by Sijia Chen
• Public comment period (up to 4 minutes per speaker)
• Adjournment

The commission approved the August 20 2025 Arts Commission meeting minutes. The motion carried with six votes in favor (Simpson Jr, Stoiber, Summers, Filotto, Franks‑Tapley, Romero) and three members absent. The commission then adjourned the meeting at 5:38 p.m., with the adjournment motion passing by the same vote. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved August 20 2025 Arts Commission minutes (6‑0)
• Adjourned meeting at 5:38 p.m. (6‑0)

Board of Fire and Police Commissioners

The Board of Fire and Police Commissioners will consider promotions for the Joliet Police Department (William Moore to sergeant) and the Joliet Fire Department (four promotions to lieutenant, captain, battalion chief, and deputy chief). The board will also discuss hiring of police officers and may enter closed session for personnel matters.

• Police promotion: William Moore from officer to sergeant
• Fire promotion: Mike Carlin from apparatus operator to lieutenant
• Fire promotion: Brad North from lieutenant to captain
• Fire promotion: Brad Myers from captain to battalion chief
• Fire promotion: Matthew Baxter from battalion chief to deputy chief of health services

The Board approved the promotion of Officer William Moore to Sergeant and promoted three fire department members to higher ranks. It also approved conditional hiring of four entry‑level police applicants after medical and vision exams, while denying the hiring of one lateral applicant. All votes were 3‑0 in favor, with two commissioners absent.

• Approved promotion of Officer William Moore to Sergeant (3-0)
• Approved promotion of Fire Captain Brad Myers to Battalion Chief (3-0)
• Approved promotion of Fire Lieutenant Brad North to Captain (3-0)
• Approved promotion of Fire Apparatus Operator Mike Carlin to Lieutenant (3-0)
• Approved conditional hiring of Entry Level Applicant #23 Angel Maldonado (3-0)
• Approved conditional hiring of Entry Level Applicant #26 Christopher Fabian (3-0)
• Approved conditional hiring of Entry Level Applicant #38 Dominic Talarico (3-0)
• Denied hiring of Lateral Applicant #2 Jacob Howard (0-3)

City Council Meeting

The Joliet City Council will vote on several large expenditures, including a final payment of $847,079.32 for the Combined Sewer Overflow Long‑Term Control Plan Phase IV. The agenda also includes purchases of heavy equipment, software contracts, a drive‑thru permit for a Dunkin’ restaurant, and multiple subdivision ordinances. Several resolutions will allocate CDBG funds for snow removal, community programs, and other projects.

• Approval of $847,079.32 final payment for Combined Sewer Overflow Phase IV (D Construction, Inc.)
• Purchase of one Caterpillar 930‑14 End Loader for $240,342.12 (Altorpher Industries Inc.)
• Award of $41,400 contract to Avolve Software for ProjectDox SaaS renewal
• Approval of a drive‑thru permit for a Dunkin’ restaurant at 107 S. Briggs Street
• Adoption of three ordinances for City’s Edge South Subdivision (easement vacation, preliminary plat, recording plat)

The City Council approved a $847,079.32 final payment (after a $488,698.15 deduction) for the Combined Sewer Overflow Long Term Control Plan Phase IV. It also approved several equipment purchases, a flood‑control design cost‑share, a drive‑thru permit for a Dunkin’ restaurant, and a proclamation naming Joliet a Nonviolent City.

• Approved Change Order No. 2 for Combined Sewer Overflow Long Term Control Plan Phase IV ($847,079.32 payment, $488,698.15 deduction) – motion carried
• Approved purchase of Caterpillar 930‑14 End Loader for $240,342.12 – motion carried
• Approved purchase of Caterpillar 420‑07 XE Backhoe for $170,006.00 – motion carried
• Approved $105,000 cost‑share payment for downtown flood control levee design – motion carried
• Approved drive‑thru permit for Dunkin’ at 107 S. Briggs Street – motion carried
• Approved proclamation declaring Joliet a Nonviolent City – motion carried
• Approved Change Order No. 1 for Rosalind Street Culvert Replacement ($12,614.00 change, $176,377.84 payment) – motion carried, one abstention
• Approved award of $41,400 contract to Avolve Software for ProjectDox SaaS renewal – motion carried

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee will vote on approving a $199,170 contract with The Flooring Guys, Inc. for flooring installation at the Joliet Police Department. They will also consider a resolution authorizing a Memorandum of Understanding with the Grundy County Emergency Telephone System Board and a resolution declaring surplus property from the Tri-County Auto Theft Taskforce.

• Approval of flooring purchase/installation for Joliet Police Department from The Flooring Guys, Inc. for $199,170
• Resolution authorizing a Memorandum of Understanding between Joliet and Grundy County Emergency Telephone System Board
• Resolution declaring property of the City of Joliet as surplus (Tri-County Auto Theft Taskforce)

The Public Safety Committee approved the purchase and installation of flooring for the Joliet Police Department at a cost of $199,170. It also approved a resolution authorizing a memorandum of understanding with the Grundy County Emergency Telephone System Board, and a resolution declaring the Tri‑County Auto Theft Taskforce property as surplus. The minutes from the September 2, 2025 meeting were approved as well. All three motions were carried by Councilman Clement, Councilwoman Hallums Quillman and Councilwoman Ibarra.

• Approved purchase and installation of flooring for Joliet Police Department ($199,170) – motion carried by Councilman Clement, Councilwoman Hallums Quillman and Councilwoman Ibarra
• Approved resolution authorizing execution of a Memorandum of Understanding with Grundy County Emergency Telephone System Board – motion carried by Councilman Clement, Councilwoman Hallums Quillman and Councilwoman Ibarra
• Approved resolution declaring property of the City of Joliet as surplus (Tri‑County Auto Theft Taskforce) – motion carried by Councilman Clement, Councilwoman Hallums Quillman and Councilwoman Ibarra
• Approved minutes from 9/2/2025 (Council Memo #TMP-9008) – motion carried by Councilman Clement, Councilwoman Hallums Quillman and Councilwoman Ibarra

Pre-Council Meeting

The Joliet City Council will consider a series of approvals, including major change orders for infrastructure projects, equipment purchases, software contracts, and several subdivision ordinances. The largest item is a change order of $847,079.32 for the Combined Sewer Overflow Long‑Term Control Plan Phase IV. Additional items include purchases of heavy equipment, a SaaS renewal contract, and a drive‑thru permit for a Dunkin’ restaurant.

• Change Order No. 2 for Combined Sewer Overflow Phase IV – $847,079.32 (D Construction, Inc.)
• Purchase of one Caterpillar 930‑14 End Loader – $240,342.12 (Altorpher Industries Inc.)
• Purchase of one Caterpillar 420‑07 XE Backhoe – $170,006.00 (Altorpher Industries Inc.)
• Award of contract to Avolve Software for ProjectDox SaaS Renewal – $41,400.00
• Approval of drive‑thru permit for Dunkin’ Restaurant at 107 S. Briggs Street

The council approved the purchase of one new Caterpillar 930-14 full‑size end loader from Altorpher Industries for $240,342.12. It also approved several other contracts and change orders, including a backhoe, parking system upgrades, sewer and water projects, and software services. Ordinances for the City’s Edge South and Ketone Business Center subdivisions were adopted, and resolutions for pavement marking funds and surplus property were passed.

• Approved purchase of Caterpillar 930-14 end loader – $240,342.12
• Approved purchase of Caterpillar 420-07 XE backhoe – $170,006.00
• Approved change order for Ottawa Street Parking Deck system – $74,138.00
• Approved change order for 2025 Pavement Marking Program – $82,623.34
• Approved award of contract to Avolve Software for ProjectDox SaaS renewal – $41,400.00
• Approved ordinance approving preliminary plat of City’s Edge South Subdivision (P-2-25)
• Approved resolution appropriating supplemental motor fuel tax funds for 2025 pavement marking program
• Approved drive‑thru permit for Dunkin’ Restaurant at 107 S. Briggs Street

Public Service Committee

The committee will review several equipment purchases and infrastructure project payments. The meeting includes decisions on flood control funding, parking deck upgrades, and a drive-thru permit. Members will also receive a report on utilities maintenance activities.

• Purchase of a Caterpillar 930-14 End Loader for $240,342.12 and a Caterpillar 420-07 XE Backhoe for $170,006.00
• Payment of $105,000.00 to the Department of the Army for a Downtown Flood Control Levee design agreement
• Change Order No. 1 for Ottawa Street Parking Deck access and revenue system for $74,138.00
• Drive-thru permit application for Dunkin’ at 107 S. Briggs Street
• Resolution to appropriate supplemental Motor Fuel Tax funds for the 2025 Pavement Marking Program

The Public Service Committee approved purchases of a Caterpillar loader and backhoe, a $105,000 flood‑control design payment, and several change orders and final payments for infrastructure projects. It also adopted a resolution to fund the 2025 pavement‑marking program and granted a drive‑thru permit for a Dunkin’ restaurant. All motions were carried with unanimous Ayes from the three committee members.

• Approved purchase of one Caterpillar 930‑14 loader for $240,342.12 (528‑25) – unanimous
• Approved purchase of one Caterpillar 420‑07 XE backhoe for $170,006.00 (529‑25) – unanimous
• Approved $105,000 payment for the downtown flood‑control levee design cost share (530‑25) – unanimous
• Approved Change Order No.1 for Ottawa Street Parking Deck $74,138.00 (531‑25) – unanimous
• Approved Change Order No.2 for Combined Sewer Overflow Phase IV, deduction $488,698.15 and final payment $847,079.32 (535‑25) – unanimous
• Approved Change Order No.1 for Rosalind Street Culvert Replacement, $12,614.00 and payment $176,377.84 (543‑25) – unanimous
• Approved resolution appropriating supplemental motor fuel tax funds for the 2025 pavement‑marking program (550‑25) – unanimous
• Approved drive‑thru permit for Dunkin’ at 107 S. Briggs Street (545‑25) – unanimous

Tree Advisory Board

The Tree Advisory Board will consider applying for the 35th year of Tree City USA designation and discuss an Inflation Reduction Act inventory grant. Also on the agenda are educational outreach projects, signage for the city arboretum, and Arbor Day plans. No final actions are scheduled for the new or old business items.

• Inflation Reduction Act Inventory Grant TMP-9070
• Educational Outreach Projects for the Future TMP-9071
• Educational Signage for City Arboretum TMP-9072
• Arbor Day Plans TMP-9073
• Tree City USA Application for 35th Year Designation TMP-9074

The Tree Advisory Board approved the August 7, 2025 meeting minutes. The motion was made by Jim Testin, seconded by Betsy Satcher, and was carried by the five present members. The board then adjourned the meeting on a motion by Karen Fonte, seconded by Mary Schoenheider, which also carried. No other actions were taken.

• Approved August 7, 2025 minutes (approved by Fonte, Renwick, Satcher, Schoenheider, Testin)
• Adjourned meeting (motion by Fonte, seconded by Schoenheider, carried by same five members)

Communication, Technology and Information Systems Committee

The Joliet Communication, Technology and Information Systems Committee is meeting to consider awarding five contracts for software and services. These include renewals and new implementations for project management, network security, document scanning, fleet management, and geographic information systems. The total value of the proposed contracts exceeds $326,000.

• Award of $41,400 to Avolve Software for ProjectDox SaaS Renewal
• Award to Heartland Business Systems for Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE) implementation and 3-year support (amount not stated in agenda)
• Award of $100,000 to Heartland Business Systems for 2025/2026 Document Scanning Services
• Award of $75,776.72 to RTA for Fleet 360 Fleet Management Software and Implementation
• Award of $109,440.00 to VertiGIS North America for VertiGIS Studio Enterprise Edition 3-year ELA

The Communication, Technology & Information Systems Committee approved the meeting minutes and five separate technology contracts. Contracts approved were for ProjectDox SaaS renewal, Cisco ISE implementation, document scanning services, Fleet360 fleet management software, and VertiGIS Studio Enterprise. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved $41,400 ProjectDox SaaS renewal (unanimous)
• Approved contract with Heartland Business Systems for Cisco ISE implementation and 3‑year support (unanimous)
• Approved $100,000 Document Scanning Services contract (unanimous)
• Approved $75,776.72 Fleet360 fleet management software contract (unanimous)
• Approved $109,440 VertiGIS Studio Enterprise 3‑year ELA (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings on five petitions seeking zoning variations. Key items include a mixed-use structure at 616 Williamson Avenue, a signage variation at 480 Houbolt Road, and fence height changes at 18 Woodlawn Avenue. The board may vote on recommendations for these requests.

• PETITION 2025-35: Variation of Use for a mixed-use structure at 616 Williamson Avenue (Council District #4)
• PETITION 2025-36: Variation on signage for a wall sign not facing a public way at 480 Houbolt Road (Council District #5)
• PETITION 2025-37: Variation to increase fence height from 6 ft to 7-8 ft at 18 Woodlawn Avenue (Council District #2)
• PETITION 2025-38: Variation to reduce corner side yard setback for a shed at 501 Stockton Drive (Council District #5)
• PETITION 2025-39: Variation to allow 9 ft by 18 ft parking spaces at NEC of Gateway Boulevard and Sandstone Drive

The board approved five variance petitions—mixed‑use at 616 Williamson Ave, a wall sign at 480 Houbolt Rd, increased fence height at 18 Woodlawn Ave, a shed setback reduction at 501 Stockton Dr, and larger parking spaces at Gateway Blvd and Sandstone Dr—each by a 4‑0 vote. The board also approved its meeting minutes and adjourned the session.

• Approved petition 2025-35 (mixed‑use at 616 Williamson Ave) – vote 4-0
• Approved petition 2025-36 (wall sign at 480 Houbolt Rd) – vote 4-0
• Approved petition 2025-37 (fence height increase at 18 Woodlawn Ave) – vote 4-0
• Approved petition 2025-38 (shed setback reduction at 501 Stockton Dr) – vote 4-0
• Approved petition 2025-39 (9‑ft x 18‑ft parking spaces at Gateway Blvd & Sandstone Dr) – vote 4-0
• Approved meeting minutes (8-21-25) – vote 4-0
• Approved adjournment – vote 4-0

City Council Meeting

The Joliet City Council will consider several major spending items and policy decisions, including a collective bargaining agreement with the Fraternal Order of Police, a $2.87 million engineering contract for the Laraway Road grade separation project, and a budget amendment. The council will also vote on renewals for property/liability insurance and employee health insurance, and approve multiple Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) subrecipient agreements totaling over $635,000. Additionally, a variation of use to continue a two-unit residence in an R-2 district at 421 Abe Street is proposed.

• Resolution approving collective bargaining agreement between City and Fraternal Order of Police, Labor Council (2025-2028)
• Award of $2,869,964 contract for Phase I engineering for Laraway Road grade separation project (Brandon Road to IL RT 53)
• Approval of 12 CDBG subrecipient agreements for program year 2025, including Easterseals ($120,000) and Latino Economic Development Association ($150,000)
• Ordinance granting a variation of use to allow a two-unit residence at 421 Abe Street in R-2 zoning district
• Award of up to $197,000 for City Square Sculpture to Sijia Chen Studio

The council appointed Jane McGrath Schmig to the Zoning Board of Appeals and named Councilman Juan Moreno Mayor Pro Tem through Dec. 31, 2025. It approved a series of contracts and insurance renewals, including a $2.87 M engineering services contract for the Laraway Road grade‑separation project. All motions carried with unanimous ayes.

• Appointed Jane McGrath Schmig to Zoning Board of Appeals (motion carried)
• Appointed Councilman Juan Moreno as Mayor Pro Tem (Oct 1–Dec 31, 2025) (motion carried)
• Approved $328,787.76 sidewalk maintenance contract with PT Ferro Construction (motion carried)
• Approved $110,956.00 Phase III engineering services for Farrell Rd bridge (motion carried)
• Approved $2,869,964.00 Phase I engineering services for Laraway Road Grade Separation (motion carried)
• Approved $37,709.75 emergency pump repair contract for Eastside Wastewater Treatment Plant (motion carried)
• Approved $50,000.00 SCADA system maintenance contract with Wunderlich‑Malec Environmental (motion carried)
• Approved Property, Liability, Workers Compensation insurance renewal (motion carried)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will discuss an ordinance to amend the City of Joliet's 2025 annual budget. It will also review renewals of property, liability, workers compensation, and employee health insurance policies. A resolution to authorize certain employees to sign checks, vouchers, and warrants will be considered, followed by presentation of the August 2025 monthly financial report.

• Ordinance authorizing an amendment to the 2025 annual budget (TMP-9005)
• Property, Liability, Workers Compensation Insurance Renewal (TMP-8962)
• Group Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance renewal for active employees (TMP-9012)
• Resolution authorizing certain employees to sign checks, vouchers, and warrants (TMP-9015)
• August 2025 Monthly Financial Report (TMP-8989)

The Finance Committee approved the August 19, 2025 meeting minutes after a motion by Councilwoman Sherri Reardon, seconded by Councilman Pat Mudron, with both present members voting aye and Councilman Larry E. Hug absent. No votes were taken on the insurance renewal, budget amendment, or employee signatory proposals that were presented. The meeting was then adjourned by a motion from Reardon, seconded by Mudron, with the same vote outcome.

• Approved August 19, 2025 meeting minutes (2‑0 vote)
• Adjourned meeting (2‑0 vote)

Pre-Council Meeting

The Joliet City Council will vote on a professional services contract worth $2,869,964 for Phase I engineering of the Laraway Road grade‑separation and roadway improvement project. The agenda also includes approvals of several construction contracts and change orders, insurance renewals, a budget amendment, and multiple CDBG funding agreements. Additionally, the council will consider a Class “O” outdoor liquor license for 1401 Gateway Boulevard.

• Award of Professional Services Contract for Phase I Engineering Services for the Laraway Road Grade‑Separation Project – $2,869,964 (Item 497‑25)
• Award of Contract for the 2025/2026 City Sidewalk Maintenance to PT Ferro Construction Co. – $328,787.76 (Item 484‑25)
• Approval of Change Order 2 for the Bridge Street (Nicholson St. – Center St.) Roadway Improvement – $332,632.21 (Item 486‑25)
• Resolution approving Class “O” Full Outdoor Liquor License Permit for 1401 Gateway Boulevard, Suite 110 (Item 500‑25)
• Series of CDBG funding resolutions authorizing sub‑recipient agreements ranging from $20,000 to $150,000 (Items 510‑25 through 519‑25)

The Joliet City Council approved a series of contracts, insurance renewals, and a budget amendment. Major items include a $2.87 million engineering award for the Laraway Road Grade Separation project and a contract for the City Square Sculpture. Additional approvals cover water‑meter equipment, a liquor‑license permit, and various infrastructure change orders.

• Approved Phase I engineering services for Laraway Road Grade Separation ($2,869,964) to Crawford, Murphy, and Tilly, Inc.
• Approved City Square Sculpture contract to Sijia Chen Studio (up to $197,000)
• Approved amendment to the 2025 City of Joliet annual budget
• Approved property, liability, and workers compensation insurance renewal
• Approved group health, dental, vision, and life insurance renewal for active employees
• Approved purchase of water metering equipment from Core & Main LP ($204,700)
• Approved Class “O” full outdoor liquor license permit for 1401 Gateway Boulevard, Suite 110 – Joliet Boulevard, LLC
• Approved Change Order No. 2 for Broadway, Center, and Western Water Main Improvements (deduction $1,273,767.69, final $923,887.26) to PT Ferro Construction Co.

Public Service Committee

The Public Service Committee will consider awarding several contracts and professional services agreements, including a $2.87 million engineering contract for the Laraway Road grade separation project. Also up for approval are sidewalk maintenance, wastewater treatment plant parts, water metering equipment, and change orders for road projects. Resolutions include street closures for the Light up the Holidays parade and the Spooky 5K, plus appropriations of motor fuel tax funds for bridge and road improvements.

• Award of professional services contract for Laraway Road grade separation engineering to Crawford, Murphy, and Tilly for $2,869,964.00
• Award of 2025/2026 sidewalk maintenance contract to PT Ferro Construction for $328,787.76
• Award of contract for replacement parts for Eastside WWTP primary tanks to Evoqua Water Technologies for $439,158.58
• Approval of purchase of water metering equipment from Core & Main for $204,700.00
• Resolution to close portions of IL 53, IL 30, and Scott Street for Light up the Holidays parade and Spooky 5K

The Public Service Committee voted to recommend that the full City Council approve seven contract awards, four change orders, and six resolutions. All three motions were carried with Councilman Pat Mudron and Councilwoman Sherri Reardon voting aye and Councilman Larry E. Hug absent. The recommended items will be forwarded to the full Council for final action.

• Recommended approval of contracts 484-25, 485-25, 488-25, 489-25, 490-25, 491-25, 497-25 – motion carried (Mudron and Reardon aye; Hug absent)
• Recommended approval of change orders 486-25, 487-25, 492-25, 493-25 – motion carried (Mudron and Reardon aye; Hug absent)
• Recommended approval of resolutions 520-25, 521-25, 522-25, 523-25, 524-25, 525-25 – motion carried (Mudron and Reardon aye; Hug absent)

Diversity and Community Relations Committee

This meeting of the Joliet Diversity & Community Relations Committee consists solely of procedural steps: roll call, approval of minutes, public comment periods, and a placeholder for new or old business with no action or recommendation. No substantive agenda items, such as reports, proposals, or votes, are listed.

• Roll call and approval of minutes
• Citizens to be heard on agenda items (4-minute limit)
• New or old business, not for final action or recommendation
• Public comment on non-agenda items (4-minute limit)

Diversity and Community Relations Committee

The Diversity & Community Relations Committee will review resolutions and agreements for Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funded agencies for Program Year 2025. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from May 5, 2025, and public comment periods for agenda and non-agenda items.

• Review of CDBG Funded Agencies and Agreements for Program Year 2025 with drafted resolutions for UCP, CASA, ES, SS, SCC, WCCCC, NIFB, LEDA, WWFJ, PSLS
• Consideration of Drafted Subrecipient CDBG Agreement PY25
• Approval of minutes from May 5, 2025 (TMP-8997)
• Citizens to be heard on agenda items (up to 4 minutes per speaker)
• Public comment on non-agenda items

The Diversity & Community Relations Committee approved the minutes from the May 5, 2025 meeting. No other actions were taken; the committee reviewed CDBG funded agencies but did not adopt any resolutions. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved May 5, 2025 meeting minutes (no vote tally provided)
• Adjournment approved (no vote tally provided)

Board of Fire and Police Commissioners

The Board of Fire and Police Commissioners will discuss eligibility lists and an ordinance to amend the board's rules and regulations. The meeting includes a closed session to discuss specific employee matters.

• Ordinance authorizing amendments to the Rules and Regulations of the Board of Fire and Police Commissioners
• Discussion regarding Eligibility Lists
• Closed session regarding appointment, employment, compensation, discipline, performance, or dismissal of specific employees

The commissioners approved the minutes of the July 14, July 23 and August 25, 2025 meetings. They also moved to forward Ordinance TMP-8961, which amends the board's rules and regulations, to the City Council for approval. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved minutes of July 14, 2025 regular meeting (3-0)
• Approved minutes of July 23, 2025 special meeting (3-0)
• Approved minutes of August 25, 2025 special meeting (3-0)
• Advanced Ordinance TMP-8961 to City Council (3-0)
• Adjourned meeting (3-0)

Land Use and Economic Development Committee

The Land Use & Economic Development Committee will consider three agenda items. It will review an amendment to the subdivision regulations concerning final plats (Item M-2-25, TMP-8905). It will consider a request to vacate a stormwater easement at 1715 Terry Drive (TMP-8919). It will also consider a resolution to modify the lease agreement for Union Station at 50 W. Jefferson Street with JBM Golf Properties, LLC, and will approve the June 30, 2025 special meeting minutes.

• Amendment to Subdivision Regulations regarding final plats (Item M-2-25, TMP-8905)
• Vacation of stormwater easement at 1715 Terry Drive (TMP-8919)
• Resolution to modify lease agreement for Union Station at 50 W. Jefferson Street with JBM Golf Properties, LLC
• Approval of June 30, 2025 special meeting minutes (TMP-8795)

The committee approved the June 30, 2025 special‑meeting minutes. It also approved a resolution modifying the lease for Union Station at 50 W. Jefferson Street with JBM Golf Properties, LLC, shifting property tax responsibility to the tenant. Both motions carried with votes from Councilman Cesar Cardenas and Councilman Pat Mudron; Councilwoman Suzanna Ibarra was absent.

• Approved June 30, 2025 special‑meeting minutes (Cardenas and Mudron aye; Ibarra absent)
• Approved modification of Union Station lease at 50 W. Jefferson St., shifting taxes to JBM Golf Properties (Cardenas and Mudron aye; Ibarra absent)

Comprehensive Plan Advisory Committee

The Comprehensive Plan Advisory Committee will meet to receive updates on the public survey, the first workshop, and outreach and engagement opportunities for Joliet's comprehensive plan. The agenda also includes approval of prior meeting minutes and time for public comment.

• Update on Comprehensive Plan Survey results
• Update on Comprehensive Plan Workshop #1
• Discussion of Comprehensive Plan Outreach & Engagement Opportunities
• Approval of August 6, 2025 meeting minutes

The committee approved the September 3 meeting minutes (8-6-25) with 12 ayes, 0 nays and 3 members absent. A motion to adjourn was carried with 15 ayes, 0 nays and 1 member absent. No other substantive actions or approvals were recorded. Public comment was not received.

• Approved meeting minutes (8-6-25) – 12 ayes, 0 nays, 0 abstentions; D'Arcy, Rouse, Zdunich absent
• Adjourned meeting – 15 ayes, 0 nays, 0 abstentions; Dorris absent

City Council Meeting

The Joliet City Council will consider a consent agenda including a $2,075,000 fire truck, a $197,000 city square sculpture, and numerous other contracts and purchases. Separate agenda items include a budget amendment, an ordinance restricting use of the city seal, and liquor license approvals. A closed session is scheduled for personnel, collective bargaining, land acquisition, and litigation.

• Purchase of one E-ONE Cyclone Aerial Apparatus for the fire department at $2,075,000
• Award of contract for City Square Sculpture to Sijia Chen Studio at $197,000
• Purchase of one specialized dive team van for $208,075
• Authorization to fund draw 13 for Tax Increment Financing District #7 at $1,353,970.01
• Ordinance amending the annual budget for fiscal year 2025

The council postponed the award of the City Square Sculpture contract and approved the consent agenda items. It also approved a change order for the Theodore Street Project, a $2,075,000 purchase of an E‑ONE Cyclone aerial apparatus, and funding for Tax Increment Financing District 7. Additionally, the council authorized two new liquor licenses and approved several capital purchases including a specialized dive‑team van.

• Postponed Council Memo 455-25: Award of Contract for City Square Sculpture ($197,000)
• Approved all consent agenda items except 455-25
• Approved Change Order No. 1 for Theodore Street Project 1A (amounts $28,888.06 and $243,573.70)
• Approved purchase of one E‑ONE Cyclone Aerial Apparatus for $2,075,000
• Approved funding of $1,353,970.01 for TIF District 7 Draw 13
• Approved issuance of Class “BG” liquor license at 1250 Rock Run Crossings Drive
• Approved issuance of Class “B” liquor license at 3101 W. Jefferson Street
• Approved purchase of one specialized dive‑team van for $208,075

Public Service Committee

The Public Service Committee will consider approving contracts for a new fire truck, traffic signal materials, and a specialized dive team van. The body will also vote on reclassifying a secretary position and authorizing water service agreements.

• Approval of E-ONE Cyclone Aerial Apparatus from Fire Service Inc. (up to $2,075,000)
• Award of Contract for 2025 Traffic Signal Materials Purchase Order No. 4 to Traffic Control Corp. ($222,798.00)
• Approval of Purchase for One (1) Specialized Dive Team Van from Herr Display Vans ($208,075.00)
• Approval of Reclassification of a Secretary I Position to Utilities Clerk
• Resolutions Authorizing Approval of Water Service Agreements for 809 Bronk Road

The Public Service Committee recommended six contract and purchase items and two resolutions for full Council approval. Items included reclassifying a utilities clerk, a $222,798 traffic‑signal contract, a $208,075 dive‑team van, and a fire‑apparatus purchase up to $2,075,000, as well as change orders for pavement marking and the Theodore Street project. The committee also approved resolutions for water service at 809 Bronk Road and for allocating motor‑fuel tax funds to the 2025 pavement‑marking program. All motions passed unanimously.

• Reclassification of Secretary I to Utilities Clerk (462-25) approved (unanimous)
• Award of Traffic Signal Materials contract to Traffic Control Corp. for $222,798 (463-25) approved (unanimous)
• Purchase of Specialized Dive Team Van from Herr Display Vans for $208,075 (464-25) approved (unanimous)
• Purchase of E-ONE Cyclone Aerial Apparatus up to $2,075,000 (470-25) approved (unanimous)
• Change Order No. 1 for 2025 Pavement Marking Program $7,750 and payment $7,362.50 (467-25) approved (unanimous)
• Change Order No. 1 for Theodore Street Project final payment $243,573.70 (469-25) approved (unanimous)
• Resolution authorizing water service agreements for 809 Bronk Road (482-25) approved (unanimous)
• Resolution appropriating supplemental motor fuel tax funds for 2025 Pavement Marking Program (483-25) approved (unanimous)

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee will consider several purchases including a new aerial fire apparatus for up to $2,075,000, a specialized dive team van for $208,075, and relocation of two tornado sirens. Also up for approval are a compressor for the fire department, a Ford Expedition for police use, and a tornado siren purchase from Braniff Communications. No ordinances or resolutions are listed for action.

• Approve purchase of one E-ONE Cyclone Aerial Apparatus from Fire Service Inc. not to exceed $2,075,000
• Approve purchase of one Specialized Dive Team Van from Herr Display Vans for $208,075
• Relocate two tornado sirens and purchase one new siren from Braniff Communications for $49,225
• Approve purchase of a compressor/purifier and fill station from Breathing Air Systems for $48,616.29
• Approve purchase of one Ford Expedition SSV from Ron Tirapelli Ford for $52,782

The Public Safety Committee approved five procurement contracts, including a $2,075,000 fire aerial apparatus, a tornado siren relocation and purchase for $49,225, a fire department compressor/purifier for $48,616.29, a Ford Expedition SSV for $52,782, and a specialized dive team van for $208,075. All motions were carried unanimously by Councilman Clement, Councilwoman Hallums Quillman, and Councilwoman Ibarra. The committee also approved the minutes from the August 5 meeting.

• Approved relocation of two tornado sirens and purchase of one siren for $49,225 (TMP-8901)
• Approved purchase of compressor/purifier and fill station for Fire Dept Station 1 for $48,616.29 (TMP-8909)
• Approved purchase of one E-ONE Cyclone aerial apparatus, not to exceed $2,075,000 (TMP-8929)
• Approved purchase of one Ford Expedition SSV for $52,782 (TMP-8930)
• Approved purchase of one specialized dive team van for $208,075 (TMP-8931)
• Approved minutes from 8/5/2025 (TMP-8897)

Public Assets Committee

The Public Assets Committee will consider recommendations to approve professional services, purchase, and installation contracts for four projects: the City Hall exterior painting, the West Substation generator replacement for the police department, the museum rooftop fire suppression pipe replacement, and the Route 66 Broadway Street greenway improvement. Each recommendation names a specific contractor and a dollar amount. The agenda also includes updates on the Slammers project and the museum.

• Approve City Hall exterior painting contract with Cosgrove Construction Inc. for $61,375.00
• Approve West Substation generator replacement contract with Elliott Electric Inc. for $63,182.00
• Approve museum rooftop fire suppression pipe replacement contract with AMS Industries, Inc. for $55,500.00
• Award Route 66 Broadway St greenway improvement contract to PT Fero Construction Co. for $63,063.00

The Public Assets Committee approved the June 26 meeting minutes. It then approved four contracts: City Hall exterior painting for $61,375, a generator replacement at the West Substation police station for $63,182, fire‑suppression pipe replacement at the Joliet Area Historical Museum for $55,500, and ADA improvements to the Route 66 Broadway Greenway for $63,063. All motions passed with Councilwoman Ibarra and Councilman Moreno voting aye while Councilman Clement was absent.

• Approved June 26 meeting minutes (Ibarra, Moreno ayes)
• Approved City Hall exterior painting contract $61,375 (Ibarra, Moreno ayes)
• Approved West Substation generator replacement $63,182 (Ibarra, Moreno ayes)
• Approved Historical Museum fire‑suppression pipe replacement $55,500 (Ibarra, Moreno ayes)
• Approved Route 66 Broadway Greenway improvement $63,063 (Ibarra, Moreno ayes)
• Adjourned meeting (Ibarra, Moreno ayes)

Land Use and Economic Development Committee

The Land Use & Economic Development Committee will discuss a resolution to modify the lease agreement for Union Station at 50 W. Jefferson Street with JBM Golf Properties, LLC. It will also review an amendment to the Subdivision Regulations concerning final plats (M-2-25). A third item is the vacation of a stormwater easement at 1715 Terry Drive. The meeting will begin with approval of the June 30, 2025 special meeting minutes.

• Resolution to modify lease agreement for Union Station, 50 W. Jefferson St., with JBM Golf Properties, LLC
• Amendment M-2-25 to Subdivision Regulations regarding final plats
• Vacation of stormwater easement at 1715 Terry Drive

Plan Commission

The Plan Commission will hold public hearings regarding the annexation of 8.1 acres and a preliminary Planned Unit Development for the DeLeon Subdivision. The body will also consider an amendment to subdivision regulations regarding final plats.

• Annexation of 8.1 acres east of Thoroughbred Lane and south of Old Renwick Road (A-3-25)
• Classification of annexed land to R-1B Single-Family Residential Zoning (A-3-25)
• Preliminary Planned Unit Development of DeLeon Subdivision (PUD-6-25)
• Amendment to Subdivision Regulations Regarding Final Plats (M-2-25)
• Final Plat of Laraway ANR Pipeline TC Energy Subdivision at 4101 S. Cherry Hill Road (FP-4-25) to be tabled

The commission approved the minutes from the July 17 meeting. It voted to table the Laraway ANR Pipeline final plat until September. It approved the annexation of 8.1 acres with R‑1B zoning and the related preliminary PUD. It also approved an amendment to the subdivision regulations for final plats.

• Approved July 17 minutes (Cox, Kella, Martin, Radakovich, Turk aye; Crompton, Eulitz, Perez, Roehr absent)
• Tabled FP‑4‑25 Laraway ANR Pipeline final plat (Cox, Kella, Martin, Radakovich, Turk aye; Crompton, Eulitz, Perez, Roehr absent)
• Approved A‑3‑25 annexation of 8.1 acres, R‑1B zoning and annexation agreement (Cox, Kella, Martin, Radakovich, Turk aye; Crompton, Eulitz, Perez, Roehr absent)
• Approved M‑2‑25 amendment to subdivision regulations regarding final plats (Cox, Kella, Martin, Radakovich, Turk aye; Crompton, Eulitz, Perez, Roehr absent)
• Approved adjournment (Cox, Kella, Martin, Radakovich, Turk aye; Crompton, Eulitz, Perez, Roehr absent)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings on several petitions. These include a special use permit for a day‑care center at 1932 Essington Road and a variation to allow that day‑care to be located less than 40 feet from other lots. Additional petitions seek a two‑unit residence continuation at 421 Abe Street, a reduced rear‑yard setback for a deck at 6616 Colaric Drive, and other design and setback changes at various sites. The board will review each petition based on the staff report packets attached to the agenda.

• Special Use Permit for a day‑care center at 1932 Essington Road (Petition 2025‑27)
• Variation to allow a day‑care center less than 40 ft from other lots at 1932 Essington Road (Petition 2025‑28)
• Variation of Use to continue a two‑unit residence at 421 Abe Street (Petition 2025‑29)
• Variation to reduce rear‑yard setback for a covered deck at 6616 Colaric Drive (Petition 2025‑30)
• Variation to allow an attached carport at 2815 Ruth Fitzgerald Drive (Petition 2025‑31)

The Zoning Board of Appeals, with four members present, approved six petitions covering day‑care special use permits, residential setbacks, and a two‑unit residence variation. It denied one petition for an attached carport. The board also approved the minutes from the July 17 meeting. No public comments were made.

• Approved prior meeting minutes (7-17-25) (4-0)
• Approved Petition 2025-27 special use permit for day care at 1932 Essington Rd (4-0)
• Approved Petition 2025-28 variation for day care at 1932 Essington Rd (4-0)
• Approved Petition 2025-29 variation of use for two‑unit residence at 421 Abe St (4-0)
• Approved Petition 2025-30 rear yard setback reduction for deck at 6616 Colaric Dr (3-1)
• Approved Petition 2025-33 special use permit for early childhood center at 221 Springfield Ave Unit 4 (4-0)
• Approved Petition 2025-34 corner side yard setback reduction for addition at 501 Albert Ave (4-0)
• Rejected Petition 2025-31 attached carport at 2815 Ruth Fitzgerald Dr (2-2)

Arts Commission

The Joliet Arts Commission will review the 2026 Illinois Arts Council General Operating Support Grant and consider potential future grant opportunities. It will also adopt the schedule for its 2026 meetings. No formal actions are listed; the items are for discussion only.

• Discussion of 2026 Illinois Arts Council General Operating Support Grant (TMP-8896)
• Discussion of potential future grant opportunities (TMP-8898)
• Review of 2026 Arts Commission meeting schedule (TMP-8895)
• Approval of Arts Commission meeting minutes from June 18, 2025 (TMP-8899)

The commission approved the June 18, 2025 meeting minutes. It voted 5‑0 to table discussion of future grant opportunities until the next meeting. It also approved the 2026 Arts Commission meeting dates and adjourned the session.

• Approved June 18, 2025 minutes (4‑0 vote)
• Tabled discussion on Future Grant Opportunities (5‑0 vote)
• Approved 2026 Arts Commission meeting dates (5‑0 vote)
• Adjourned meeting (5‑0 vote)

City Council Meeting

The Joliet City Council will vote on an ordinance to maintain a municipal grocery retailer's occupation tax and a grocery service occupation tax. Other major items include approving an amendment to a WIFIA loan agreement for water and sewer projects, several zoning and subdivision ordinances, and a new digital forensic crime analyst position.

• Ordinance maintaining a municipal grocery retailer's occupation tax and service occupation tax
• Amendment to WIFIA master agreement with EPA for waterworks and sewerage revenue bonds
• Special use permit for sales and maintenance of commercial vehicles including semi-trailer trucks at 3050 Channahon Road
• Final Planned Unit Development and recording plat for Luna Estates
• Approval of new Digital Forensic Crime Analyst position and authorization to fill vacancy

The City Council adopted a municipal grocery retailer occupation tax ordinance and a WIFIA loan ordinance for water and sewer projects. Council members also approved a new digital forensic crime analyst position, amendments to vehicle code ordinances, and a special use permit for commercial vehicle operations at 3050 Channahon Road. Several contracts and a change order were approved through the consent agenda.

• Approved Municipal Grocery Retailer Occupation Tax Ordinance (Ordinance No. 18771)
• Approved WIFIA Loan Ordinance authorizing water and sewerage bonds (Ordinance No. 18772)
• Approved new Digital Forensic Crime Analyst position (Council Memo #444-25)
• Approved vehicle code amendments (Ordinances No. 18773‑18775)
• Approved Special Use Permit for commercial vehicles at 3050 Channahon Road (Ordinance No. 18776)
• Approved contract to DTS for VUEWorks software support ($70,000)
• Approved contract to CDWG for Cradlepoint licensing ($44,278)
• Approved Change Order $98,848.77 and final payment $332,591.08 for Advanced Traffic Management System

Committee on Citizens with Disabilities

The Committee on Citizens with Disabilities will discuss updates for a Disability Pride Event and the ADA Transition Plan. The group will also discuss forming a research group. No final actions or recommendations are scheduled.

• Discussion: Disability Pride Event Update
• Discussion: ADA Transition Plan Updates
• Discussion: Formation of a Research Group
• Approval of Minutes from June 17, 2025
• Public Comment period

The Committee on Citizens with Disabilities approved the minutes from the June 17, 2025 meeting (TMP-8883). No other actions or decisions were taken; the discussions noted were informational only. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved June 17, 2025 minutes (TMP-8883)
• Adjournment approved

Finance Committee

The Joliet Finance Committee will consider an ordinance to maintain the municipal grocery retailer's occupation tax and grocery service occupation tax. They will also vote on reclassifying a Secretary I position to Utilities Clerk and authorizing an amendment to the 2025 fiscal year budget. Reports on monthly finances, travel expenses, and position summaries will be presented for review.

• Ordinance to maintain municipal grocery retailer's occupation tax and grocery service occupation tax (TMP-8765)
• Approval of reclassifying a Secretary I to Utilities Clerk in Public Utilities (TMP-8889)
• Ordinance authorizing an amendment to the 2025 fiscal year budget (TMP-8890)
• Monthly financial report for July 2025 (TMP-8872)
• Travel expense report (TMP-8873) and position summary report (TMP-8874)

The Finance Committee approved the July 15, 2025 minutes. It recommended the ordinance maintaining the municipal grocery retailer occupation tax to the full council, with a 2‑1 vote. It also forwarded a reclassification of a Secretary I position and an amendment to the 2025 budget to the council for approval. The committee approved three financial and personnel reports.

• Approved July 15, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Recommended grocery retailer occupation tax ordinance to full council (2-1)
• Recommended reclassification of Secretary I to Utilities Clerk to full council (unanimous)
• Recommended amendment to the 2025 annual budget to full council (unanimous)
• Approved monthly financial, travel expense, and personnel summary reports (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Pre-Council Meeting

The City Council will consider several ordinances including a new municipal grocery tax, amendments to vehicle impoundment rules, and approval of multiple development projects. Consent agenda includes contracts for software and traffic system upgrades totaling over $546,000. A closed session is scheduled for personnel, collective bargaining, land acquisition, and litigation.

• Ordinance establishing a municipal grocery retailer's occupation tax (446-25)
• Amendment of WIFIA master agreement for waterworks/sewerage revenue bonds (447-25)
• Special use permit for commercial vehicle sales/rental at 3050 Channahon Road (449-25)
• Final PUD and plat for Luna Estates residential development (450-25)
• Contract awards: $70,000 for VUEWorks software, $44,278 for Cradlepoint licensing, and $98,848.77 change order + $332,591.08 final payment for traffic management system

The pre‑council meeting approved two software and licensing contracts, a change order for the traffic‑management system, and a new digital‑forensic crime analyst position. Several ordinances covering taxes, loans, vehicle regulations, a special‑use permit, planned‑unit developments, and a subdivision were also approved, along with a resolution for a temporary sewer easement. A motion to enter closed session for personnel and legal matters was carried.

• Approved award of $70,000 contract to DTS for VUEWorks asset management software support (item 440-25)
• Approved award of $44,278 contract to CDWG for Cradlepoint NetCloud mobile router licensing (item 441-25)
• Approved Change Order No. 1 ($98,848.77) and Payment Request No. 3 ($332,591.08) to H & H Electric for the Advanced Traffic Management System Phase A (item 442-25)
• Approved creation of a new digital forensic crime analyst position (item 444-25)
• Approved multiple ordinances covering municipal grocery tax, WIFIA loan amendment, vehicle code updates, a special‑use permit at 3050 Channahon Rd, Luna Estates PUD approvals, a variation of use at 361 Wilcox St, and Rock Run Crossings Drive subdivision (items 446‑452‑25)
• Approved Resolution authorizing a temporary construction easement for the Rock Run Diversion Sewer (item 454-25)
• Motion to enter closed session to discuss personnel, collective bargaining, land acquisition, and pending litigation carried

Public Service Committee

The Public Service Committee will consider approving Change Order No. 1 for the Advanced Traffic Management System Phase A Project, authorizing a payment of $98,848.77 to H & H Electric Company and a final payment of $332,591.08. It will also consider a resolution to approve and execute a temporary construction easement for the Rock Run Diversion Sewer. The agenda includes routine items such as approval of the August 4, 2025 minutes and a public comment period.

• Approve Change Order No. 1 for the Advanced Traffic Management System Phase A – $98,848.77 to H & H Electric Company and final payment $332,591.08
• Approve resolution authorizing a temporary construction easement for the Rock Run Diversion Sewer
• Approve Public Service Committee minutes from 08/04/2025 (TMP‑8877)
• Public comment period (max 4 minutes per speaker)
• Adjournment

The committee approved the August 4, 2025 Public Service minutes (Mudron and Reardon voted aye, Hug abstained). It recommended and approved Change Order No. 1 for the Advanced Traffic Management System Phase A ($98,848.77) and Payment Request No. 3 and Final ($332,591.08) (all three members voted aye). The committee also approved a temporary construction easement for the Rock Run Diversion Sewer (all three members voted aye).

• Approved 08/04/2025 Public Service minutes (Mudron & Reardon aye, Hug abstain)
• Approved Change Order No. 1 for Advanced Traffic Management System Phase A ($98,848.77) and Payment Request No. 3 & Final ($332,591.08) (Hug, Mudron, Reardon aye)
• Approved Resolution 454-25 for temporary construction easement for Rock Run Diversion Sewer (Hug, Mudron, Reardon aye)
• Adjourned meeting (Hug, Mudron, Reardon aye)

Tree Advisory Board

The Tree Advisory Board will discuss four agenda items: appointment of a new board member, review of Arbor Day 2025 activities, the Inflation Reduction Act Inventory Grant, and a growing contract. The meeting includes a public comment period for non‑agenda items. No final actions or recommendations are scheduled for this meeting.

• New Board Member (TMP-8857)
• Arbor Day 2025 Review (TMP-8858)
• Inflation Reduction Act Inventory Grant (TMP-8860)
• Growing Contract (TMP-8861)

The Tree Advisory Board approved the April 3, 2025 meeting minutes after a motion by Mary Schoenheider and second by Jim Testin. The motion carried with four members voting aye, one abstaining, and two absent. The board then adjourned the meeting after a motion by Eric Moon and second by Karen Fonte, with five members voting aye and two absent.

• Approved April 3, 2025 minutes (4 aye, 0 no, 1 abstain, 2 absent)
• Adjourned meeting (5 aye, 0 no, 0 abstain, 2 absent)

Communication, Technology and Information Systems Committee

The Communication, Technology and Information Systems Committee is meeting to review contract awards for IT infrastructure and asset management. These items involve renewals for mobile router licensing and software hosting.

• Contract award to CDWG for Cradlepoint NetCloud Mobile Router Licensing: $44,278.00
• Contract award to DTS for VUEWorks Asset Management Software Support and Hosting: $70,000.00

The Communication, Technology & Information Systems Committee approved the meeting minutes. It approved a $44,278 contract with CDWG to renew Cradlepoint NetCloud Mobile Router licensing. It also approved a $70,000 contract with DTS for VUEWorks asset‑management software support and hosting. All motions passed with Councilwoman Reardon and Councilman Cardenas voting aye; Councilman Moreno was absent.

• Approved meeting minutes (Reardon & Cardenas aye, Moreno absent)
• Approved $44,278 Cradlepoint licensing contract with CDWG (Reardon & Cardenas aye, Moreno absent)
• Approved $70,000 VUEWorks software support contract with DTS (Reardon & Cardenas aye, Moreno absent)
• Adjourned meeting (Reardon & Cardenas aye, Moreno absent)

Comprehensive Plan Advisory Committee

The Comprehensive Plan Advisory Committee will hear updates on a survey, review workshop results, and discuss the vision and goals for the Joliet comprehensive plan. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes and public comment periods for both agenda and non-agenda items.

• Approval of minutes from July 2, 2025 meeting
• Comprehensive Plan Survey Update
• Comprehensive Plan Workshop #1
• Discussion of Comprehensive Plan Vision with handout
• Discussion of Comprehensive Plan Goals with handout

The Comprehensive Plan Advisory Committee approved the minutes from the July 2, 2025 meeting after a motion and second. The committee then approved adjournment following a motion and second. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved prior meeting minutes (motion by Hugh O'Hara, seconded by Jen Howard, motion carried)
• Approved adjournment (motion by Wendell Martin, seconded by Boise Walker, motion carried)

City Council Meeting

The City Council will consider several contract awards and change orders, including a $1,462,680.70 change order for the Black Road Acres Phase 2 Water Main Improvements Project. Additional items include contracts for landscaping, a dump truck purchase, and professional services, as well as several resolutions authorizing grants, leases, and intergovernmental agreements.

• Approve Change Order No. 1 for Black Road Acres Phase 2 Water Main Improvements – $1,462,680.70
• Award contract to Gregg W. Dobczyk Excavating for Hickory‑Spring Creek Cleaning – $130,000.00
• Award contract to McGinty Bros., Inc. for Native Landscaping Maintenance – $180,733.50
• Purchase of one Ford F‑550 Dump Body Truck from Ron Tirapelli Ford – $88,288.70
• Resolution authorizing lease agreements for 10 S. Chicago Street and 9 Osgood Street

The council approved the agenda and a series of consent‑agenda items, including contract awards for landscaping, a dump truck, HazMat equipment, and a sole‑source consulting agreement. It adopted the final plat and recording plat ordinances for the Cadence Crossings Unit 1 subdivision. It also adopted the preliminary planned unit development ordinance for Luna Estates. Change orders reducing costs for the Russell Street roadway project, Black Road Acres water‑main improvements, and the Joliet/Ottawa Streetscape repair were approved.

• Approved agenda (motion carried)
• Approved consent‑agenda contracts: $130,000 Hickory‑Spring Creek cleaning, $180,733.50 Native Landscaping, $88,288.70 Ford F‑550 truck, $42,662.08 HazMat fit, sole‑source Blue Line consultants, $38,346 Roadway Temperature Sensors
• Adopted Cadence Crossings Unit 1 Final Plat ordinance (FP‑2‑25) (motion carried)
• Adopted Cadence Crossings Unit 1 Recording Plat ordinance (RP‑6‑25) (motion carried)
• Adopted Luna Estates Preliminary PUD ordinance (PUD‑4‑25) (motion carried)
• Approved Change Order No. 1 for Russell Street roadway project, deduction $29,442.65 (motion carried)
• Approved Change Order No. 1 for Black Road Acres Phase 2 water‑main improvements, deduction $378,659.53 (motion carried)
• Approved Change Order No. 2 for Joliet/Ottawa Streetscape repair, deduction $32,087.08 (motion carried)

Public Safety Committee

The Joliet Public Safety Committee will consider several items including ordinances updating pre-tow hearings and rules for inoperable/abandoned vehicles, a sole source agreement with Blue Line Professional Consultants LLC, and approval of a new Digital Forensic-Crime Analyst position. The committee will also discuss resolutions for a paramedic program MOU with Will County Community Health Center, a tobacco enforcement grant, and a FOID enforcement grant. A presentation on the Joliet Township VPCC Network is scheduled.

• Ordinances amending Chapter 3 (pre-tow hearing, vehicle immobilization/impoundment) and Chapter 19 (illegally parked, abandoned, inoperable vehicles)
• Sole source agreement with Blue Line Professional Consultants LLC (2026 contract)
• New position: Digital Forensic-Crime Analyst
• MOU and Business Associate Agreement between City of Joliet and Will County Community Health Center for community paramedic program
• Resolution to accept a grant for Joliet’s Tobacco Enforcement Program and a FOID Enforcement Grant agreement

The committee approved a sole‑source contract with Blue Line Professional Consultants, created a new Digital Forensic Crime Analyst position, adopted three vehicle‑related ordinance amendments, and authorized three grant‑related resolutions with the Will County Community Health Center, a tobacco‑enforcement grant, and a FOID enforcement grant. All motions carried with Councilman Clement, Councilwoman Hallums Quillman, and Councilwoman Ibarra voting aye. No public comments were received.

• Approved sole‑source agreement with Blue Line Professional Consultants LLC (TMP‑8769)
• Approved creation of a new Digital Forensic Crime Analyst position (TMP‑8853)
• Approved ordinances amending vehicle towing, immobilization and abandoned‑vehicle rules (TMP‑8854)
• Approved resolution authorizing MOU and Business Associate Agreement with Will County Community Health Center (TMP‑8800)
• Approved resolution to accept grant for Joliet’s Tobacco Enforcement Program (TMP‑8803)
• Approved resolution authorizing FOID Enforcement Grant Program agreement with State of Illinois (TMP‑8804)

Legislative Committee

The Legislative Committee will consider an ordinance regarding the unauthorized use of the City Seal and emblems. The body will also review an amendment to the Des Plaines River Valley Enterprise Zone Intergovernmental Agreement.

• Ordinance amending Section 2-5 of the City Code to prohibit unauthorized use of the City Seal and Emblems
• Amendment to the Des Plaines River Valley Enterprise Zone Intergovernmental Agreement

The committee approved the August 30, 2024 Legislative Committee minutes. It also approved an ordinance amending Section 2‑5 of the City Code to prohibit unauthorized use of the city seal and emblems, and approved an amendment to the Des Plaines River Valley Enterprise Zone Intergovernmental Agreement. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved 9/30/2024 Legislative Committee minutes (motion carried by Hallums Quillman, Cardenas, Reardon)
• Approved Ordinance amending Section 2‑5 to prohibit unauthorized use of the city seal and emblems (motion carried by Hallums Quillman, Cardenas, Reardon)
• Approved amendment to the Des Plaines River Valley Enterprise Zone Intergovernmental Agreement (motion carried by Hallums Quillman, Cardenas, Reardon)
• Adjourned meeting (motion carried by Hallums Quillman, Cardenas, Reardon)

Pre-Council Meeting

The Joliet City Council will discuss a consent agenda that includes multiple contracts and purchases, as well as ordinances for two subdivisions and the assignment of the Chicago Water Supply Agreement to the Grand Prairie Water Commission. No items are listed under public hearings. The meeting will also enter closed session to discuss personnel, collective bargaining, land acquisition, and litigation.

• Award of contract for 2025 Hickory-Spring Creek Cleaning Project to Gregg W. Dobczyk Excavating for $130,000
• Approval of purchase of one Ford F-550 dump body truck from Ron Tirapelli Ford for $88,288.70
• Ordinance approving the final plat of Cadence Crossings, Unit 1 Subdivision
• Ordinance authorizing assignment of Chicago Water Supply Agreement to Grand Prairie Water Commission
• Ordinance approving the preliminary planned unit development of Luna Estates

The council approved a series of contracts, change orders, ordinances, and resolutions. Notable approvals included infrastructure contracts, a hazardous‑materials purchase, and a FOID Enforcement Grant program. Several ordinances for subdivision plats were also adopted.

• Approved $130,000 contract for Hickory‑Spring Creek Cleaning Project (415-25)
• Approved $180,733.50 contract for Native Landscaping Maintenance (416-25)
• Approved $88,288.70 purchase of a Ford F-550 Dump Body Truck (417-25)
• Approved $42,662.08 HazMat Project Up Fit purchase (418-25)
• Approved $38,346.00 annual contract for Roadway Temperature Sensors (420-25)
• Approved Change Order No.1 for Black Road Acres Phase 2 Water Main, decreasing $378,659.53, final $1,462,680.70 (421-25)
• Approved FOID Enforcement Grant Program Agreement with State of Illinois (435-25)
• Approved Ordinance for final plat of Cadence Crossings Unit 1 subdivision (429-25)

Public Service Committee

The Public Service Committee will consider contracts for a Ford truck, landscaping maintenance, and water main improvements, along with resolutions for a parking facility and a water supply agreement.

• Purchase of 1 Ford F-550 Dump Body Truck for $88,288.70
• Award of 2025 Native Landscaping Maintenance and Restoration Project to McGinty Bros., Inc. for $180,733.50
• Award of 2025 Hickory - Spring Creek Cleaning Project to Gregg W. Dobczyk Excavating for $130,000.00
• Approval of Biosolids Application Spring Lease Payments totaling $179,000.00
• Resolution accepting a permanent easement on Essington Road for the Twin Oaks Phase 1 Water Main Improvements Project

The Public Service Committee unanimously approved a series of contracts and change orders totaling over $600,000, and recommended them for full Council approval. It also approved a license agreement for a city‑owned parking facility and accepted a permanent easement from ComEd. Finally, the committee adopted an ordinance assigning the Chicago water supply agreement to the Grand Prairie Water Commission.

• Approved purchase of Ford F-550 dump truck ($88,288.70) (417-25)
• Approved HazMat vehicle upfits ($42,662.08) (418-25)
• Awarded Hickory‑Spring Creek cleaning contract ($130,000.00) (415-25)
• Awarded Native Landscape Maintenance contract ($180,733.50) (416-25)
• Approved Frost Solutions roadway temperature sensor services ($38,346.00 annual) (420-25)
• Approved biosolids lease payments: $71,400.00 to Jackie Stunkel, $57,000.00 to Homerding Family Farms, $51,600.00 to James Fleishman (424-25)
• Approved Change Order No. 2 for Joliet/Ottawa Streetscape ($32,087.08 deduction, $5,874.73 final) (422-25)
• Approved Ordinance assigning Chicago water supply agreement to Grand Prairie Water Commission (431-25)

Board of Fire and Police Commissioners

The Joliet Board of Fire and Police Commissioners is holding a special meeting to discuss and potentially act on hiring police officers under item TMP-8809. The agenda also includes routine procedural items such as a roll call, secretary's report, closed session, and public comment periods.

• Hiring Police Officers TMP-8809

The commissioners entered a closed session to discuss police hiring, which was approved. They then voted on multiple applicant motions, approving conditional hires for Jeffrey Gersch, Alexander Torres, Christopher Alexander, and Aidan Bell, and rejecting hires for Carlos Zamora, Shenoa Simmons, Geoffrey Dodge, and others. All votes were cast by Adamowski, Stefanski, Ponce, and Lande; Commissioner Coleman was absent or abstained.

• Closed session to discuss police hiring approved (Adamowski, Stefanski, Ponce, Lande aye)
• Approved conditional hiring of Lateral Applicant #1 Jeffrey Gersch (Adamowski, Stefanski, Ponce, Lande aye)
• Failed hiring of Entry Level Applicant #1 Carlos Zamora (Adamowski, Stefanski, Ponce, Lande nay)
• Approved conditional hiring of Entry Level Applicant #2 Alexander Torres (Adamowski, Stefanski, Ponce, Lande aye)
• Failed hiring of Entry Level Applicant #3 Shenoa Simmons (Adamowski, Stefanski, Ponce, Lande nay)
• Approved conditional hiring of Entry Level Applicant #5 Christopher Alexander (Adamowski, Stefanski, Ponce, Lande aye)
• Failed hiring of Entry Level Applicant #6 Geoffrey Dodge (Adamowski, Stefanski, Ponce, Lande nay)
• Approved conditional hiring of Entry Level Applicant #7 Aidan Bell (Adamowski, Stefanski, Ponce, Lande aye)

City Council Meeting

The Joliet City Council will consider a consent agenda item to approve a new municipal position identified as ID-2152-20. No other substantive items are listed on the agenda. The decision will be made during the regular council meeting on July 22, 2025.

• Approval of new city position ID-2152-20

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings on three petitions: a variation to reduce the front yard setback for a covered front porch at 217 Union Street, a special use permit for sales, leasing, rental, and maintenance of new and used commercial vehicles including semi-trailer trucks at 3050 Channahon Road, and a variation of use to continue a two-unit residence in an R-2 single-family district at 361 Wilcox Street. The board will also approve minutes from the June 19, 2025 meeting and accept public comments on agenda and non-agenda items.

• PETITION 2025-24: Variation to reduce front yard setback for a covered front porch at 217 Union Street (Council District #5)
• PETITION 2025-25: Special Use Permit for sales, leasing, rental, and maintenance of new and used commercial vehicles including semi-trailer trucks at 3050 Channahon Road (Council District #5)
• PETITION 2025-26: Variation of Use to continue a two-unit residence (R-3 use) in the R-2 single-family zoning district at 361 Wilcox Street (Council District #4)
• Approval of Zoning Board of Appeals meeting minutes from June 19, 2025
• Public comment period for agenda and non-agenda items

The Zoning Board of Appeals approved a variation to reduce the front‑yard setback for 217 Union Street. It also approved a special‑use permit for sales, leasing, rental and maintenance of commercial vehicles at 3050 Channahon Road. A third approval was a variation of use allowing a two‑unit residence at 361 Wilcox Street. All motions carried with six board members voting aye.

• Approved variation to reduce front‑yard setback for 217 Union St (6 aye)
• Approved special‑use permit for commercial vehicle sales, leasing, rental, maintenance at 3050 Channahon Rd (6 aye)
• Approved variation of use allowing two‑unit residence in R‑2 zone at 361 Wilcox St (6 aye)

Plan Commission

The Joliet Plan Commission will hear public comments on three subdivisions and review the status of the Interstate 80 Des Plaines River Bridge Community Plan. The commission will also approve minutes from the previous meeting.

• Hear preliminary plat for Ketone Business Center Unit 4 (3350 Channahon Road)
• Hear preliminary plat for Rock Run Crossings Drive Subdivision
• Hear final plat for Rock Run Crossings Drive Subdivision
• Hear vacation of right-of-way for Rock Run Crossings Drive
• Review status of Interstate 80 Des Plaines River Bridge Community Plan

The Plan Commission approved the meeting minutes and two subdivision petitions. It approved the Preliminary Plat for Ketone Business Center Unit 4 and approved the Preliminary Plat, Final Plat, and a 3‑acre right‑of‑way vacation for Rock Run Crossings Drive. The Final Plat for the Laraway ANR Pipeline subdivision was tabled until the next meeting. The commission then adjourned.

• Approved July 17 meeting minutes (7‑0 vote)
• Approved P‑3‑25: Preliminary Plat of Ketone Business Center Unit 4 (7‑0 vote)
• Approved P‑4‑25: Preliminary Plat of Rock Run Crossings Drive Subdivision (7‑0 vote)
• Approved FP‑3‑25: Final Plat of Rock Run Crossings Drive Subdivision (7‑0 vote)
• Approved V‑4‑25: Vacation of 3‑acre portion of Rock Run Crossings Drive Right‑of‑Way (7‑0 vote)
• Tabled FP‑4‑25: Final Plat of Laraway ANR Pipeline TC Energy Subdivision (7‑0 vote)
• Approved adjournment of the meeting (7‑0 vote)

City Council Meeting

The Joliet City Council will consider multiple significant items, including intergovernmental agreements with IDOT for the I-80 at Center Street interchange project, adoption of the Downtown Joliet Equitable Transit Oriented Development Plan, and a collective bargaining agreement with the firefighters union. Other actions include liquor license approvals for Fry the Coop and Boulevard Food & Drink Hall, a drive-thru permit for Jack in the Box, and a public hearing on a zoning variation for a two-unit residence at 309 Stryker Avenue.

• Intergovernmental agreements with IDOT for I-80 at Center Street interchange improvement (resolutions 411-25 & 412-25)
• Adoption of the Downtown Joliet Equitable Transit Oriented Development Plan (resolution 410-25)
• Collective bargaining agreement with IAFF Local 2369 (resolution 413-25)
• Public hearing on ordinance to allow two-unit residence in R-2A district at 309 Stryker Avenue (407-25)
• Drive-thru permit for Jack in the Box at 2307 Jefferson Street (405-25)

The council approved the agenda, appointed members to the Tree Advisory and Arts Commissions, and approved several consent‑agenda items including a $33,033.88 business continuity grant to Chicago Street Pub, an $86,000 HazMat fire truck purchase, and change orders for lift stations and a roadway project. It also approved new Class “E” and “B” liquor licenses for Fry the Coop and Boulevard Food & Drink Hall, and a drive‑thru permit for a Jack in the Box at 2307 Jefferson Street.

• Approved agenda (removed Council Memo #397-25) – approved
• Appointed Eric J. Moon to Tree Advisory Board – approved
• Reappointed Ron Romero to Joliet Arts Commission – approved
• Appointed Julia Russotti to Joliet Arts Commission – approved
• Approved $33,033.88 Business Continuity Grant to Chicago Street Pub – approved
• Approved purchase of HazMat fire truck up to $86,000 – approved
• Approved liquor licenses for Fry the Coop (Class E) and Boulevard Food & Drink Hall (Class B) – approved
• Approved drive‑thru permit for Jack in the Box at 2307 Jefferson Street – approved

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will consider an ordinance to amend the WIFIA Master Agreement and project loan agreements with the EPA, and authorize the issuance of Waterworks and Sewerage Senior Lien Revenue Bonds. The committee will also review the monthly financial report, personnel summary, and a quarterly report on the Rialto. Approval of the June 17, 2025 minutes is also on the agenda.

• Ordinance approving amendment of WIFIA Master Agreement and project loan agreements with EPA
• Authorization of Waterworks and Sewerage Senior Lien Revenue Bonds
• Monthly Financial Report for June 2025
• Personnel Summary Report for July 2025
• Rialto Quarterly Report

The committee approved the June 17, 2025 meeting minutes. It recommended TMP-8588, the ordinance amending the WIFIA Master Agreement and authorizing waterworks and sewerage senior lien revenue bonds, for full Council approval. The committee also approved the monthly financial report (TMP-8790) and the personnel summary report (TMP-8792). The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved June 17, 2025 minutes (TMP-8789) – Councilman Mudron and Councilwoman Reardon aye, Councilman Hug absent
• Recommended TMP-8588 WIFIA loan ordinance for full Council approval – Councilman Mudron and Councilwoman Reardon aye, Councilman Hug absent
• Approved TMP-8790 Monthly Financial Report – Councilman Mudron and Councilwoman Reardon aye, Councilman Hug absent
• Approved TMP-8792 Personnel Summary Report – Councilman Mudron and Councilwoman Reardon aye, Councilman Hug absent
• Adjourned meeting – Councilman Mudron and Councilwoman Reardon aye, Councilman Hug absent

Pre-Council Meeting

The council approved several contracts including a DACRA software renewal and a HazMat fire truck purchase. It also approved change orders for the 2024 lift‑station replacement and the Dekalb Street/Dora Avenue roadway project. Additional approvals covered two liquor licenses, a drive‑thru permit, a zoning variation for 309 Stryker Avenue, and the Downtown Joliet Equitable Transit Oriented Development Plan.

• Approved DACRA software renewal contract (396-25)
• Approved purchase of one HazMat fire truck up to $86,000 (398-25)
• Approved Change Order No. 1 for 2024 Lift Station Replacement Program (399-25)
• Approved Change Order No. 1 for Dekalb Street/Dora Avenue Roadway Project (401-25)
• Approved Class “E” liquor license for Fry the Coop at 2611 W. Jefferson St (403-25)
• Approved Class “B” liquor license for Boulevard Food & Drink Hall at 1401 Gateway Blvd (404-25)
• Approved drive‑thru permit for Jack in the Box at 2307 Jefferson St (405-25)
• Approved ordinance allowing a two‑unit residence at 309 Stryker Ave (407-25)

Public Service Committee

The committee approved the purchase of a HazMat truck assembly for $86,000. It also approved change orders for lift station and roadway projects, two intergovernmental agreements with IDOT for the I‑80 Center Street interchange, and a drive‑thru permit for a Jack in the Box restaurant. All motions carried with the votes of Councilman Hug, Councilman Mudron and Councilwoman Reardon.

• Approved purchase of one HazMat truck assembly from Marshall Chevrolet, up to $86,000 (unanimous)
• Approved Change Order No. 1 for 2024 Lift Station Replacement Program (deduction $9,884.33, payment $161,877.02) (unanimous)
• Approved Change Order No. 1 for Dekalb Street/Dora Avenue Roadway Project (deduction $24,552.88, payment $19,785.61) (unanimous)
• Approved Intergovernmental Agreement with IDOT for I‑80 Center Street Interchange (Contract No. 62R22 / JN‑125‑033) (unanimous)
• Approved Intergovernmental Agreement with IDOT for I‑80 Center Street Interchange (Contract No. 62R22 / JN‑125‑035) (unanimous)
• Approved drive‑thru permit for Jack in the Box at 2307 Jefferson Street (unanimous)

Board of Fire and Police Commissioners

The Board of Fire and Police Commissioners approved the promotion of four captains to Battalion Chief, two lieutenants to Captain, and two apparatus operators to Lieutenant. All promotion motions carried with votes from Adamowski, Stefanski, Ponce, and Coleman; Lande was absent. The Board also approved the minutes from the June 9 and June 23 meetings and adjourned.

• Approved promotion of Paul Yanak from Captain to Battalion Chief (motion carried)
• Approved promotion of John Miller from Captain to Battalion Chief (motion carried)
• Approved promotion of Jim Lukancic from Captain to Battalion Chief (motion carried)
• Approved promotion of Craig Sayles from Lieutenant to Captain (motion carried)
• Approved promotion of Anthony Maffeo from Lieutenant to Captain (motion carried)
• Approved promotion of Anthony Frankovich from Apparatus Operator Paramedic to Lieutenant (motion carried)
• Approved promotion of Nathan Kren from Apparatus Operator Paramedic to Lieutenant (motion carried)
• Approved minutes of June 9, 2025 meeting (motion carried)

Comprehensive Plan Advisory Committee

The Comprehensive Plan Advisory Committee will discuss the Existing Conditions Report for the City of Joliet, a key document for the ongoing comprehensive plan update. The agenda also includes approval of previous meeting minutes and opportunities for public comment on agenda and non-agenda items.

• Discussion of the Existing Conditions Report for the City of Joliet comprehensive plan update
• Approval of minutes from the May 7, 2025, committee meeting
• Public comment periods for agenda items (4 minutes per speaker) and non-agenda items

The Comprehensive Plan Advisory Committee approved the July 2 meeting minutes by a vote of 14‑0. The committee then approved adjournment by a vote of 15‑0. No other substantive actions or decisions were taken.

• Approved meeting minutes (14 ayes, 0 nays)
• Approved adjournment (15 ayes, 0 nays)

City Council Meeting

The Joliet City Council will vote on a collective bargaining agreement with IAFF Local 44 for firefighters, and hold a public hearing on the 2025-2029 Community Development Block Grant Consolidated Plan. Other decisions include an ordinance to stop issuing new Class A liquor licenses, several professional services and change orders for water and sewer projects, and agreements with the Joliet Slammers baseball club and Pabst Brewing Company.

• Resolution approving collective bargaining agreement with IAFF Local 44 (firefighters)
• Public hearing for CDBG Consolidated Plan 2025-2029 and annual action plan
• Ordinance amending Section 4-15 to cease issuing new Class A liquor licenses
• Change Order No. 2 for Varnado Park Water Main Improvements – deduction of $807,418.80
• Professional Services Agreement for District Metered Area Design to Cavanaugh & Associates for $155,428.70

The council adopted Ordinance 18765 amending Section 4‑15 to cease issuance of new Class A liquor licenses, passing 5‑3 with Mayor D’Arcy and five council members voting aye and three voting nay; Councilman Pat Mudron was absent. The council also approved the Intergovernmental Agreement with Plainfield Community Consolidated School District (Resolution 8157) and the agreement with the Joliet Fire Department Cares Foundation (Resolution 8158), each passing unanimously among the eight members present. Additionally, the council approved four professional‑services contracts and related change orders—including a $155,428.70 design agreement for the District Metered Area and a $807,418.80 deduction for the Varnado Park water‑main project—through the consent agenda, with all present members voting aye.

• Adopt Ordinance 18765 halting new Class A liquor licenses (passed 5‑3; Mudron absent)
• Approve Intergovernmental Agreement with Plainfield Community Consolidated School District (Resolution 8157) (passed unanimously 8‑0; Mudron absent)
• Approve Agreement with Joliet Fire Department Cares Foundation (Resolution 8158) (passed unanimously 8‑0; Mudron absent)
• Approve Professional Services Agreement for District Metered Area Design ($155,428.70) (approved via consent agenda, all present ayes)
• Approve Professional Services Agreement for 2026 Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation ($114,100.00) (approved via consent agenda, all present ayes)
• Approve Amendment No.1 for On‑call Wastewater Treatment Engineering ($30,000) (approved via consent agenda, all present ayes)
• Approve Change Order No.2 for Varnado Park Water Main Improvements (deduction $807,418.80) (approved via consent agenda, all present ayes)
• Approve Change Order No.2 for Garnsey Park Phase 5B Water Main Improvements (deduction $6,757.66) (approved via consent agenda, all present ayes)

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee will review a payment for web-based fire inspection services. The body is also considering an intergovernmental agreement with a school district and a memorandum of understanding with a job corps center.

• Payment of $112,793.51 to First Due for Web Based Fire Inspection Services
• Intergovernmental Agreement with Plainfield Community Consolidated School District 202
• Memorandum of Understanding between the City of Joliet and the Joliet Job Corps Center

The committee approved the minutes from the June 3 meeting. It authorized payment of the first due invoice for web‑based fire inspection services totaling $112,793.51. The committee also approved a resolution to enter an intergovernmental agreement with Plainfield Community Consolidated School District 202 and a resolution to execute a memorandum of understanding with the Joliet Job Corps Center. All motions carried with Councilman Joseph Clement and Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman voting aye; Councilwoman Suzanna Ibarra was absent.

• Approved minutes (TMP-8695)
• Approved payment of $112,793.51 for fire inspection services (TMP-8735)
• Approved resolution for intergovernmental agreement with Plainfield Community Consolidated School District 202 (TMP-8700)
• Approved resolution to execute MOU with Joliet Job Corps Center (TMP-8738)

Pre-Council Meeting

The City Council will hear public comments on the Community Development Block Grant Consolidated Plan and the 2025 Annual Action Plan. The meeting also includes approval of several professional services agreements, change orders for park water‑main projects, a contract for fire‑inspection web services, and a resolution to amend the Class A liquor‑license ordinance.

• Public hearing for the CDBG Consolidated Plan 2025‑2029 and 2025 Annual Action Plan
• Approve Professional Services Agreement with Cavanaugh & Associates for $155,428.70
• Approve Professional Services Agreement with RJN Group Inc. for $114,100.00
• Approve Change Order No. 2 for Varnado Park Water Main Improvements – deduction of $807,418.80
• Ordinance amending Section 4‑15 to cease issuance of new Class A liquor licenses

The Joliet City Council adopted an ordinance that stops the issuance of new Class A liquor licenses and changes licensing rules upon transfer. It also approved several professional services agreements, change orders, and a payment for fire inspection services. In addition, the council adopted multiple resolutions covering school district cooperation, a fire department sponsorship, and other city matters.

• Approved Ordinance amending Section 4-15 to cease issuance of new Class A liquor licenses (no vote recorded)
• Approved Professional Services Agreement with Cavanaugh & Associates PA for District Metered Area Design, $155,428.70
• Approved Professional Services Agreement with RJN Group Inc. for 2026 Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation Program, $114,100.00
• Approved Amendment No. 1 to Professional Services Agreement with Strand Assoc Inc. for on‑call wastewater treatment engineering, $30,000.00
• Approved Change Order No. 2 for Garnsey Park Phase 5B Water Main Improvements, deduction of $6,757.66
• Approved Change Order No. 2 for Varnado Park Water Main Improvements, deduction of $807,418.80
• Approved payment to Locality Media, Inc. for web‑based fire inspection services, $112,793.51
• Approved award of contract to Marsh McLennan Agency for comprehensive benefit consulting, $83,600

Public Service Committee

The Public Service Committee approved two professional services agreements for district metered area design and sewer rehabilitation. It also approved an amendment and three change orders related to wastewater and water‑main projects. Finally, the committee approved a resolution dedicating a 0.019‑acre segment of Old Castle Road as public right‑of‑way.

• Approved Professional Services Agreement with Cavanaugh & Associates for District Metered Area Design ($155,428.70) (2-0)
• Approved Professional Services Agreement with RJN Group Inc. for 2026 Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation ($114,100.00) (2-0)
• Approved Amendment No. 1 to On‑call Wastewater Treatment Engineering agreement with Strand Assoc Inc. ($30,000.00) (2-0)
• Approved Change Order No. 2 for Garnsey Park Phase 5B Water Main Improvements, deduction $6,757.66 (2-0)
• Approved Change Order No. 2 for Varnado Park Water Main Improvements, deduction $807,418.80 (2-0)
• Approved Resolution dedicating 0.019‑acre portion of Old Castle Road as public right‑of‑way (2-0)

Land Use and Economic Development Committee

The committee approved the minutes from the May 28, 2025 meeting. It approved the final plat for Cadence Crossings Unit 1, which subdivides the parcel but does not approve a business use. It approved a $33,033.88 Business Continuity Grant for Chicago Street Pub. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved May 28, 2025 committee minutes (Aye: Cardenas, Ibarra; Absent: Mudron)
• Approved Final Plat of Cadence Crossings, Unit 1 (Aye: Cardenas, Ibarra; Absent: Mudron)
• Approved Business Continuity Grant of $33,033.88 to Chicago Street Pub (Aye: Cardenas, Ibarra; Absent: Mudron)
• Adjourned meeting (Aye: Cardenas, Ibarra; Absent: Mudron)

Diversity and Community Relations Committee

This meeting was cancelled due to lack of quorum. No decisions or discussions occurred. The agenda had included a presentation on the Community Development Block Grant Consolidated Plan 2025-2029 and Annual Action Plan 2025.

• Meeting cancelled; intended agenda item: CDBG Consolidated Plan 2025-2029 overview

Public Assets Committee

The Public Assets Committee will vote on a resolution accepting a sponsorship agreement with Pabst Brewing Company, LLC. Another resolution authorizes a memorandum of understanding with the Joliet Slammers Baseball Club for stadium field netting. The committee will also receive updates on Slammers operations and the City Museum.

• Resolution accepting sponsorship agreement with Pabst Brewing Company, LLC (TMP-8760)
• Resolution authorizing MOU with Joliet Slammers for stadium field netting (TMP-8758)
• Update on Joliet Slammers operations (TMP-8756)
• Update on City Museum operations (TMP-8757)
• Approval of minutes from February 25, 2025 meeting

The Public Assets Committee approved its June 25 meeting minutes. The committee also approved a resolution accepting a sponsorship agreement with Pabst Brewing Company, LLC. Additionally, the committee approved a resolution authorizing a Memorandum of Understanding for field netting at Slammers Stadium, both by unanimous vote of the three members present.

• Approved June 25 meeting minutes (unanimous vote of Ibarra, Clement, Moreno)
• Approved Resolution Accepting Sponsorship Agreement with Pabst Brewing Company, LLC (unanimous vote of Ibarra, Clement, Moreno)
• Approved Resolution Authorizing MOU for Slammers Stadium field netting (unanimous vote of Ibarra, Clement, Moreno)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous vote of Ibarra, Clement, Moreno)