Riverwalk Commission — Naperville, IL
Date: 2023-04-12

400 S. Eagle Street
 City of Naperville Naperville, IL 60540



 Meeting Agenda

 Riverwalk Commission

Wednesday, April 12, 2023 7:30 AM Municipal Center Lunchroom




A. CALL TO ORDER:

B. ROLL CALL:

C. PUBLIC FORUM:

D. OLD BUSINESS:

 1. Moser Tower Rehabilitation - Bill Novack

 2. Fredenhagen Park Fountain - Bill Novack

 3. Fredenhagen Park Maintenance - Bill Novack and Tom Stibbe

 4. Riverwalk Master Plan - Pat Kennedy

 5. Riverwalk Bicentennial Fund - Pat Kennedy

 6. Update on Preliminary Design of South Extension - Brian Dusak

 7. Washington Street Bridge Construction - Bill Novack


E. NEW BUSINESS:

 1. Asset Management Plan Walk Date - Tom Stibbe

 2. Private Request to Utilize Fredenhagen Park Building for Food Service to
 Public - Bill Novack

F. REPORTS:

 1. Approval of Minutes - Pat Kennedy

 23-0448 Approve minutes from the March 8, 2023 Riverwalk Commission
 meeting


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 2. Chairman - Pat Kennedy

 3. Finance - Bill Novack

 23-0449 Receive the March Riverwalk financial report


 4. Park District - Tom Stibbe

 23-0450 Receive the monthly Park District report


 5. Riverwalk Foundation - John Cuff

 6. Donor Recognition - Rebecca DeLarme

 7. Public Relations - Valla Aguilar

 23-0451 Receive the monthly Public Relations report


 8. Planning, Design, and Construction - Jeff Friant

 23-0452 Receive the April 4, 2023 Riverwalk Planning, Design and
 Construction Committee draft meeting minutes

G. MEETING SCHEDULE:
 **Riverwalk Planning, Design & Construction, May 2, 2023, 7:30 a.m.
 TED Conference Room 164, 400 S. Eagle St., Naperville, IL

 **Riverwalk Commission Annual Asset Management Plan Walk, May 4, 2023, 3:00 p.m.
 Tentative date – Meet in Municipal Center Lunchroom, 400 S. Eagle St., Naperville, IL

 Riverwalk Commission, May 10, 2023, 7:30 a.m.
 Municipal Center Lunchroom, 400 S. Eagle St., Naperville, IL

 Riverwalk Planning, Design & Construction, June 6, 2023, 7:30 a.m.
 Municipal Center Lunchroom, 400 S. Eagle St., Naperville, IL

 Riverwalk Commission, June 14, 2023, 7:30 a.m.
 Municipal Center Lunchroom, 400 S. Eagle St., Naperville, IL


H. ADJOURNMENT:
 Any individual with a disability requesting a reasonable accommodation in order to
 participate in a public meeting should contact the Communications Department at least
 48 hours in advance of the scheduled meeting. The Communications Department can
 be reached in person at 400 S. Eagle Street, Naperville, IL., via telephone at
 630-420-6707 or 630-305-5205 (TDD) or via e-mail at info@naperville.il.us. Every effort
 will be made to allow for meeting participation.


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400 S. Eagle Street
 City of Naperville Naperville, IL 60540



 Meeting Minutes

 Riverwalk Commission


Wednesday, April 12, 2023 7:30 AM Municipal Center Lunchroom


A. CALL TO ORDER:

 The Riverwalk Commission Chairman Kennedy called the April 12, 2023
 Naperville Riverwalk Commission meeting to order at 7:30 a.m. The
 meeting was held in the lunchroom of the Naperville Municipal Center
 located at 400 S. Eagle St., Naperville, IL.

B. ROLL CALL:

 Present: Pam Bartlett; John Cuff; Jeff Friant; Mary Gibson; Ian Holzhauer
 (until 8:48 a.m.); John Joseph (until 8:42 a.m.); Pat Kennedy, Chairman; Bill
 Novack; Tom Stibbe; and Carl Wohlt

 Absent: Valla Aguilar; Jan Erickson; Leo Martinez; and Mike Sullivan

 Also Present: Rebecca DeLarme, City Staff; Brian Dusak, ERA; Jim
 Ensign, resident; Rick Hitchcock, former Riverwalk Commission Chairman;
 Carl Peterson, GRWA; and Marilyn Schweitzer, resident

 Kennedy welcomed Joseph to the meeting as a Riverwalk Commissioner
 and representative of the Riverwalk Bicentennial Fund.

C. PUBLIC FORUM:

 Hitchcock reported that the covered pedestrian bridge between
 Fredenhagen Park and Hillside Road was closed for construction and
 requested that a sign be placed near Hillside Road to advise pedestrians.
 Novack reported that the bridge was temporarily closed for roof repairs
 which should be completed by the end of the week. Novack will work with
 the City’s Public Works Department on a temporary sign suggesting use of
 the sidewalk on Washington Street.

 Bartlett received an inquiry on how to stop people from smoking on the
 Riverwalk. Stibbe noted that smoking is prohibited in Naperville parks but
 that it is a difficult ordinance to enforce. Bartlett will advise that a rule is
 currently in place.

D. OLD BUSINESS:


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 1. Moser Tower Rehabilitation - Bill Novack

 Novack reported the contractor has completed repairs to the walkway on
 Eagle Street. They are now awaiting completion of the landscaping.
 Schweitzer inquired if an opening celebration was planned. Novack
 advised this was previously discussed and could be addressed again after
 the work is completed.
 2. Fredenhagen Park Fountain - Bill Novack

 Novack advised that he met last week with Trish Krenick (Exchange Club
 of Naperville), Erickson, Hitchcock and Kennedy. A meeting with Tom
 Castagnoli of the Fredenhagen family is scheduled for next week.
 Kennedy reviewed key points from the meeting and a summary provided
 by Hitchcock was distributed to the group. The Exchange Club has
 expressed openness to a simpler, less maintenance intensive solution for
 the fountain. The origin behind the Exchange Club’s mission of preventing
 child abuse, promoting Americanism, community service and youth
 programs was discussed. The process going forward will be placed with
 the Riverwalk Planning, Design and Construction Committee (PDC), with
 Kennedy suggesting that a smaller group consisting of Hitchcock, Novack
 and Erickson continue to drive the meetings and bring back for review with
 the PDC Committee. All Riverwalk Commissioners were encouraged to
 attend the PDC meetings. Kennedy thanked Hitchcock for the meeting
 summaries and advised the Commission that more information would be
 forthcoming.
 3. Fredenhagen Park Maintenance - Bill Novack and Tom Stibbe

 Stibbe continues to meet with contractors and collect quotes for the
 maintenance work for the Ipe wood and various structures at Fredenhagen
 Park. He will provide more information at next month’s PDC meeting. The
 consensus is that work could begin now with some contractors suggesting
 coming back to clean up after the bridge construction is complete. Stibbe
 will continue to get the contractors’ opinions for the timing of repairs.
 Discussion followed on the timeline for the bridge repair which is a
 two-year project, and the 430 South Washington project which should go
 out to bid in 2024. Kennedy requested a plan schedule for addressing the
 fountain that could be discussed once the bids are received. Schweitzer
 inquired about an open house for the possible re-design of the fountain.
 Novack agreed it was a good idea but he would like to get prior
 approval/support from the Exchange Club and Fredenhagen family.
 4. Riverwalk Master Plan - Pat Kennedy

 Kennedy talked about the Master Plan being a living document and the
 timeline for reviewing updates. Friant confirmed that the process would

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 begin with the Annual Asset Management Plan Walk in April or early May,
 with information being reviewed with the consultants during the next couple
 of PDC meetings, then any changes/recommendations being brought to
 the Riverwalk Commission for approval prior to the City’s budgeting
 process.
 5. Riverwalk Bicentennial Fund - Pat Kennedy

 Kennedy advised they are looking to revisit meetings with the new Mayor
 and Edward Hospital. Joseph will provide an update on marketing and
 fundraising timelines at next month’s Riverwalk Commission meeting.
 Kennedy inquired about the marketing video that was being developed by
 Deborah Newman Marketing/Communications with Joseph advising that it
 should be completed within the next two months as they want to include
 spring footage of the Riverwalk.

 Kennedy will be meeting with Jim Kleinwachter with the Conservation
 Foundation to discuss the Conservation’s mission and provide updates on
 the Riverwalk. Discussion followed on the City Council’s resolution in
 support of the DuPage Monarch project and coordinating this initiative with
 the Prairie Nature Garden project in the Master Plan, as it aligns with our
 mission of cleaner water and better ecology along the Riverwalk.
 Holzhauer suggested having someone from the Riverwalk Commission
 reach out to the DuPage Monarch Project. The group further discussed the
 Park District’s efforts with Monarch waystations and park prairie projects in
 various areas, with Gibson noting Ashbury Parkway as an example. The
 importance of public education with signage was suggested.
 6. Update on Preliminary Design of South Extension - Brian Dusak

 Dusak reported that at last week’s PDC meeting, they reviewed what they
 felt was very close to the final concept. Additional comments were brought
 forth by Hitchcock and he and the consultants had a working session
 yesterday to review those additional items. Peterson provided an update
 for the Commission, explaining the areas for a multi-use trail, and the
 gateway area consisting of Riverwalk pavers that they would like to tie in
 with the other areas at the intersection at Washington Street and Hillside
 Road. Hitchcock noted that they introduced repetition of stone wall
 elements and other familiar Riverwalk materials. The group continued to
 discuss the areas where bicycles would have access and the area where
 the Riverwalk path would separate. Schweitzer inquired about the bus stop
 on the north side of Brom Drive, off of Martin Avenue, and the need to
 design the area to accommodate a future sidewalk. Kennedy asked
 Dusak to review this information.
 7. Washington Street Bridge Construction - Bill Novack

 Novack provided an update on the Washington Street bridge construction,
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 noting that Nicor is doing their main installation and AT&T will be doing
 their utility relocates soon. Stibbe inquired about the river level rising with
 Novack advising that will be the existing condition through the summer as a
 cofferdam was created as a platform for the contractors to work from. The
 bridge project timeline consists of demo and replacement of the east half in
 2023, then moving traffic onto the east half during the winter and beginning
 demo and building the west half in 2024. The 430 South Washington area
 is currently being used for staging. The state grant for this project expires
 August 30, 2024 and Novack is working with the state on the timeline.

E. NEW BUSINESS:

 1. Asset Management Plan Walk Date - Tom Stibbe

 The Annual Asset Management Plan Walk has been scheduled for May 4,
 2023, 3:00 p.m., with everyone meeting in the Municipal Center lunchroom
 at 3:00 p.m. The group will review the Eagle Street Gateway area first,
 then move southward through Fredenhagen Park and toward the south
 extension.
 2. Private Request to Utilize Fredenhagen Park Building for Food Service to
 Public - Bill Novack

 Novack reviewed a request with the Commission for use of the
 Fredenhagen Park building for food service. Discussion followed on the
 existing service window being too high for food service and the building’s
 current use as storage for the Park District. Consensus from the group is
 that the facility has logistical issues related to accessibility and is not set up
 for food service at this time.

 The Riverwalk Commission has previously discussed potential use of this
 building and it was noted that the window is not accessible therefore major
 renovations would have to be done. Jim Ensign suggested that the
 accessibility issue could be solved with a tent or table outside of the
 building and suggested using this model before any rebuilding is done.
 Discussion followed on downtown businesses and mobile vendors. The
 group also discussed the possibility of using this area for art fairs or crafts
 and the window only as a display space. The Riverwalk Café was
 discussed, with Gibson advising they are trying something new this year in
 an effort to attract more patrons. Schweitzer expressed support for doing a
 retrofit study. Kennedy encouraged the group to bring ideas to next
 month’s Annual AMP walk for further discussion.

F. REPORTS:

 1. Approval of Minutes - Pat Kennedy


 Approve minutes from the March 8, 2023 Riverwalk Commission meeting

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 Attachments: 23RWCMinutes0308

 A motion to approve the March 8, 2023 Riverwalk Commission meeting
 minutes was made by Cuff and seconded by Novack. MOTION CARRIED
 with Friant abstaining
 2. Chairman - Pat Kennedy

 Kennedy encouraged the group to think about the Master Plan and the
 mission to preserve and take care of what we already have in preparation
 for next month’s AMP Walk.
 3. Finance - Bill Novack


 Receive the March Riverwalk financial report
 Attachments: 23RWCFinancials03

 Novack reviewed the financial report through March 31, 2023 that was
 included in the agenda packet.
 4. Park District - Tom Stibbe


 Receive the monthly Park District report
 Attachments: 23ParkDistrictMemo0412

 Stibbe reviewed highlights from the Park District report that was included in
 the agenda packet. The tulips are pushing through and the Magnolias are
 blooming. Spring flowers have been placed in some of the planters and
 staff is working on mulching. Centennial Beach should be filled beginning
 next week.

 Stibbe reported on recent vandalism on the Riverwalk, explaining that a lot
 of areas on the Riverwalk were tagged with graffiti. They are working with
 an outside contractor on graffiti removal as it was too extensive for Park
 District staff to handle. Camera footage is available and the Park District
 Police are working with the Naperville Police Department.
 5. Riverwalk Foundation - John Cuff

 There was no report for the Riverwalk Foundation.

 6. Donor Recognition - Rebecca DeLarme

 DeLarme reported that the Spring ’23 Legacy Gift order deadline was
 March 15th and consisted of twenty-seven 4” x 8” and nine 8” x 8”
 commemorative bricks. Installation should occur sometime in May, once
 the engraving is completed. One granite stone was purchased at a cost of
 $2,500.
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 7. Public Relations - Valla Aguilar


 Receive the monthly Public Relations report
 Attachments: 23PublicRelationsReport0412

 Kennedy referred to the Public Relations report included in the agenda
 packet. The Naperville Riverwalk was mentioned in 79 articles, social
 media posts and broadcasts during the month of March. Highlights
 included: Naperville Named 4th Best Place to Live in America
 (Niche.com); Naperville Named One of the 8 Most Beautiful Cities in Illinois
 (WorldAtlas.com); and Mayor Chirico State of the City Address.

 Hitchcock suggested taking a proactive posture with Public Relations with
 regard to the many projects and timelines. Kennedy advised that a
 meeting would need to be held with the new Mayor prior to advancing this
 process. Schweitzer suggested using the space outside of Council
 Chambers as a display area during the summer, prior to launching of
 events. Novack noted working with the City’s Communications Team.
 8. Planning, Design, and Construction - Jeff Friant


 Receive the April 4, 2023 Riverwalk Planning, Design and Construction
 Committee draft meeting minutes
 Attachments: 23PDCMinutes0404Draft

 All pertinent information from the PDC meeting was already discussed at
 this meeting.

 Bartlett noted a safety concern from a friend who lives in RiverPlace
 Condominiums who stated she has recently been afraid to walk home at
 night on the Riverwalk. Bartlett noted that some safety concerns with
 lighting, etc. would be addressed with the proposed Netzley Overlook
 Master Plan project but will follow up for more specific information.

G. MEETING SCHEDULE:

 Riverwalk Planning, Design & Construction, May 2, 2023, 7:30 a.m.
 TED Conference Room 164, 400 S. Eagle St., Naperville, IL

 **Riverwalk Commission Annual Asset Management Plan Walk, May 4,
 2023, 3:00 p.m.
 Meet in Municipal Center Lunchroom, 400 S. Eagle St., Naperville, IL

 Riverwalk Commission, May 10, 2023, 7:30 a.m.
 Municipal Center Lunchroom, 400 S. Eagle St., Naperville, IL


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 Riverwalk Planning, Design & Construction, June 6, 2023, 7:30 a.m.
 Municipal Center Lunchroom, 400 S. Eagle St., Naperville, IL

 Riverwalk Commission, June 14, 2023, 7:30 a.m.
 Municipal Center Lunchroom, 400 S. Eagle St., Naperville, IL

H. ADJOURNMENT:

 A motion to adjourn was made by Friant and seconded by Stibbe. The
 meeting adjourned at 8:53 a.m. MOTION CARRIED

 Respectfully submitted by
 Rebecca DeLarme, City Staff




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