District 5 Council Member· 2023–2027 (cycle default: IL municipal terms begin May 1, end Apr 30)
Suzanna Ibarra
Joliet
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Voice
- Meetings spoken in
- 54
- Total speaking time
- 2:29:09
- Avg per meeting
- 2:46
- Segments
- 2496
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Top issues during term (20)
Roadway and Infrastructure Improvements
$2,769,186.30 funded through Motor Fuel Tax revenues.
Houbolt Road Industrial Annexation and Truck Traffic Concerns
A nearby resident says warehouses along the road have repeatedly raised her old neighbors' property taxes.
Alternative Water Source Program
The distribution system upgrade contract is valued at $15,196,257.72, coming in below engineer estimates.
Fiscal Year 2027 Proposed Budget
The budget sets city spending for all of 2027, which shapes services and any property tax impact.
Integration of Public Art and Cultural Investments
Members asked staff to research comparable cities' arts spending to help set a budget figure.
Draft Comprehensive Plan Character Areas and Land Use Strategy
The city has anticipated funding a comprehensive zoning update in the draft budget, and home repair programs would draw on city and Illinois Housing Development Authority funds.
Federal Grant Award for No-Cost Mental Health Program
Brings $1 million in federal money into the city at no local cost.
Southeast Joliet Utility and Meter Upgrades
The committee recommended professional services and technical assistance agreements totaling over $830,000 for water loss management and leak detection.
Poet Laureate Program Extension
$5,000 total contract cost allocated for Poet Laureate programming.
Ascension Saint Joseph Medical Center Service Reductions and Union Concerns
Loss of local healthcare services and increased strain on regional medical facilities.
Louis Joliet Mall Redevelopment & Rivers Edge Tax Credits
Rivers Edge tax credits provide multi-million dollar incentives for eligible redevelopment projects.
Expansion of Local Paramedic Training Academy
The city will lease USF space for the academy at $7,041.66 per month.
Rock Run Crossing Amended Agreement & Dick's House of Sport
Expected to stimulate commercial activity and tax increment financing within the Rock Run Crossings district.
CDBG Program Administration and Subrecipient Support
Involves federal Community Development Block Grant funding allocations administered by the city.
IT Software and Cloud Infrastructure Renewals
Combined software costs of about $120,000, offset long-term by recovered warranty reimbursements.
Zoning Variation for UCP Offices at 317 S. Reed Street
Private investment by the nonprofit to rehabilitate a vacant and deteriorated residential property.
Third Coast Intermodal Hub & Warehouse Development
Substantial private industrial investment with required public utility, sewer, and development impact fees.
Flock Safety Camera Transparency and Data Reporting
Ongoing contract costs for surveillance technology maintenance.
Open Lands Grant and Neighborhood Tree Plantings
Grant-funded community tree planting initiative.
2026 Sidewalk Replacement Program (West of Larkin)
Changes include $51,004.14 for 2025 contract balancing, with significantly higher allocations budgeted for 2026.
Decisions during term (661)
Recorded while Ibarra was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.
Approval of minutes, August 26, 2026
Adjournment
Approval of Minutes: Board of Fire & Police Meeting - August 10, 2026
Conditional hiring of Gabriela Guerra (applicant #2)
Conditional hiring of Carlos Contreras (applicant #4)
Denial of hiring of Matthew Markley (applicant #5)
Conditional hiring of Christian Silva (applicant #6)
Conditional hiring of Bianca Salinas (applicant #7)
Conditional hiring of Dejain Perry (applicant #9)
Conditional hiring of Jaden McNeely (applicant #10)
Denial of hiring of Demetrius Lindsay (applicant #12)
Conditional hiring of Declan McElroy (applicant #15)
Conditional hiring of Ryan Hirsch (applicant #16)
Limited Disclosure of Closed Session Audio Recording (May 13, 2026)
Motion to Reconsider Lt. Harrison's Request for Reinstatement
Approval of September 16, 2026 Meeting Minutes
Approval of 2027 Arts Commission Meeting Dates
Artist Selection for 114 E. Jefferson Street Vinyl Window Art Project
Approval of Minutes for September 15, 2026 TMP-10372
Resolution Accepting a $1,000,000.00 FY2026 Community Project Funding Award from SAMHSA
Voting record (243)
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