Joliet City Council Meeting Recap
Meeting Highlights for Tuesday, October 6, 2026
JOLIET, Ill. — The Joliet City Council met on Tuesday, October 6, 2026. Highlights of the meeting are recapped in brief below. Please note: this media release does not reflect official minutes of the meeting. Minutes from the Tuesday, October 6, 2026, meeting will be posted on the City's website once they have been approved by Council at the next regularly scheduled City Council meeting.
Members Present: Mayor Terry D'Arcy, Mayor Pro-Tem Councilman Cesar Cardenas, Councilman Joe Clement, Councilman Larry E. Hug, Councilwoman Suzanna Ibarra, Councilman Juan Moreno, Councilman Pat Mudron, Councilwoman Sherri Reardon, Councilwoman Jan Hallums Quillman
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Approved Contract with Fisher Tank Company to Build Four New Water Storage Tanks (495-26)
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Council approved a $41 million contract to build four water storage tanks and improve three sites, so Joliet is prepared to receive Lake Michigan water in 2030.
Motion Approved: 9-0
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Approved Contract for Sewer Repairs Ahead of 2027 Water Pipe Replacement (496-26)
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Council voted to approve $1.24 million for Hoerr Construction to repair 18,000 feet of sewer pipes and up to $69,900 for RJN Group’s engineering help to meet EPA rules for keeping water and sewer lines safely apart.
Motion Approved: 9-0
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Approved Plans for Neustoneshire Phase Two (502-26)
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Council approved final plans and the subdivision map for Neustoneshire Phase Two, where D.R. Horton plans to build 147 single-family homes.
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Approved Budget Amendment for Rock Run Collection and NorthPoint Reviews (503-26)
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Council approved a $250,000 budget change so the City can pay consultants to review work at Rock Run Collection and NorthPoint, with the developers reimbursing the City for these costs.
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Approved Resolution to Accept Justice Assistance Grant (505-26)
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Council voted to approve a $96,673 grant to be split equally with Will County, with Joliet’s share funding continued use of a police mental health app and DNA testing for cold cases.
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Approved Resolution Authorizing Agreement Between Joliet Police and the DEA (506-26)
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Council approved an agreement for a Joliet police officer to serve on a DEA task force for at least two years, working together to investigate drug activity and help keep residents safe.
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Approved Resolution Authorizing Agreement Between Joliet Police and the ATF (507-26)
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Council approved an agreement to continue the partnership between Joliet Police and the ATF, setting clear roles for both agencies and they work to reduce violent crime.
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Approved Resolution for Grant Agreement with Will County (508-26)
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Council voted to approve an agreement to split an $87,448 grant equally with Will County, with Joliet’s $43,724 share going towards technology to assist police in responding faster and reducing the risk of squad car crashes during emergencies.
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Approved Resolutions Accepting Agreements for Community Development Block Grants (509-26)
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Council approved agreements with non-profit organizations receiving a share of $924,055 in federal funds to support local services and improve public facilities and infrastructure in Joliet. This year’s recipients are: African American Business Association of Will County; CASA of River Valley; Catholic Charities, Diocese of Joliet; Joliet Latino Economic Development Association; MorningStar Mission; Northern Illinois Food Bank; Prairie State Legal Services; ShareFest Will County; Trinity Services; and United Cerebral Palsy – Center for Disability Services.
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Approved Resolution Authorizing Land Dedications for 129th Infantry Drive (510-26)
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Council approved setting aside City land and acquiring a small piece of land from American Legion Post 1080 to clarify public street boundaries and allow new watermain to be installed along 129th Infantry Drive.
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Approved Dedication of Land for Quartz Drive at Rock Run Collection (511-26)
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Council approved setting aside 1.2 acres for Quartz Drive, a future public road connecting Rock Run Crossings Drive and Gateway Boulevard near the planned Dick’s House of Sport.
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Approved Resolution Accepting a Temporary Traffic Signal on Larkin Avenue (512-26)
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Council voted to approve a no-cost agreement with North Windham Properties, LLC to allow a temporary traffic signal at 1444 N. Larkin Avenue during watermain improvements.
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Approved Water Project Agreements with Joliet Park District (513-26)
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Council approved agreements allowing a water delivery site and pipes on Park District land, setting public street boundaries along 129th Infantry Drive, and sharing work on a new water service line for the Inwood Athletic Club and Sports Complex.
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Approved Resolution Extending Joliet's Poet Laureate (514-26)
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Council approved extending Uxmar Torres’ services as Joliet’s poet laureate through December 2027, with free poetry readings, workshops, and a poem about Joliet, plus $5,000 for open mic and karaoke events.
- Approved minutes and invoices
- Approved payments for:
- Web-based fire inspection services (479-26)
- Approved contract for:
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Drainage improvements on Ontario Street (480-26)
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Awarded professional services agreements for:
- Construction engineering services to support rehabilitation of the water tunnel crossing beneath the Des Plaines River (481-26 and 482-26)
- Preliminary engineering for the 2028 water system rehabilitation program (483-26)
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Approved the purchase of:
- Replacement pump for the Aux Sable Wastewater Treatment Plant (484-26)
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Approved amendments to engineering agreements for:
- Design work for the Des Plaines River water tunnel rehabilitation and water main replacement project (485-26)
- Engineering services for the 2026 sanitary sewer rehabilitation program (486-26)
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Approved change orders for:
- Electrical equipment replacements and updates for the Eastside Wastewater Treatment Plant (487-26)
- Contract reductions for various watermain improvements (488-26, 489-26, 490-26, and 491-26)
- Contract reduction and engineering agreement for Garnsey Park sewer rehabilitation (492-26)
Licenses & Permit Applications:
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Approved Class “C” liquor license for Trader Joe’s (2741 Plainfield Road) (498-26)
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Approved Class “E” liquor license for First Watch (16319 S. Boulevard Place, Unit 103) (499-26)
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Approved Class “B” liquor license to Picanha Y Fuego (307 N. Chicago Street) (500-26)
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Reappointment of Pat Strocchia to the Board of Fire and Police Commissioners
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Reappointment of Debbie Radakovich to the Plan Commission
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Reappointment of Jason Cox to the Plan Commission
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Reappointment of Jeff Crompton to the Plan Commission
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Reappointment of Scott Ness to the Zoning Board of Appeals
The regular Council meeting began at 6:30 p.m. on October 6, 2026, and adjourned at 8:12 p.m. on October 6, 2026. The next regular City Council meeting will take place on October 20, 2026, at 6:30 p.m.
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