Alton City Council met November 14

By Angelica Saylo Pilo

Dec 27, 2018

Alton City Council met Nov. 14.

Here is the minutes provided by the council:

A Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of Alton, Illinois was held in the City Council Chambers, City Hall Building, Alton, Illinois at the hour of 6:30 P.M. on the above date.

The meeting was called to order by Mayor Walker.

The Council Members present on call of the roll:

PRESENT: Campbell, MacAfee, Velloff, Smith, Brake, Elliott, Boulds – 7 ABSENT: None – 0

Mayor Walker called upon Fire Chief Sebold to lead the Pledge to the Flag.

Mayor Walker called for a moment of silence for Police Officer James Hubbard who had served the City of Alton Police Department from 1977 to 2002.

COUNCIL MINUTES, COMMUNICATIONS AND REPORT OF OFFICERS

The Clerk presented the following Council Meeting Minutes of October 24, 2018 and the following Communications: Illinois Environmental Protection Agency, re: Alton Sewage Treatment Plant (Illinois EPA BOW ID# IL0027464) NPDES Renewal Permit; Illinois Department of Transportation, re: Annual River Road Run sponsored by the Alton Road Runners Club and the following Report of Officers: Department of Building and Zoning, re: Monthly Report for October, 2018; Alton Fire Department, re: Monthly Fire Damage Report to Assessor’s Office for October, 2018; Alton Fire Department, re: Estimated Fire Loss for October, 2018; Alton Fire Department, re: Largest Single Fire Loss for October, 2018; City Treasurer, re: Monthly Report for October, 2018. Mr. Boulds made a motion, seconded by Mrs. Elliott, that said Minutes, Communications and Report of Officers be placed on file. The Chair so ordered.

COMMITTEE REPORT

Chairwoman Smith presented the following Committee of the Whole Meeting Report for November 13, 2018. Resolution, re: Discount and Special Bills Paid; Resolution, re: That officials of the Dept. of Planning & development are hereby authorized to purchase property commonly known as 501 Piasa St; Resolution, re: The City Council of the City of Alton finds and determines that it is in the best interest of the City to increase the number of Class I liquor licenses by one, to a total of 4 Class I liquor licenses authorized to be issued by the City Code; Resolution, re: The Mayor and appropriate city officials are hereby authorized and directed to accept the deed of a donation of real property to the City of Alton tendered from Mary Pat Vernardos, Executrix of the Estate of Laura M. Hellrung deceased; Resolution, re: To commence with demolition proceedings concerning 1211 Alby St.; Resolution, re: That the Redevelopment Agreement between the City of Alton, Illinois and DanMar Enterprises Inc. be amended in Section II A so as to change the potential funds provided to the developer in “Redevelopment Assistance”; Resolution, re: That the following described street(s)/road(s)/structures be improved under the Illinois Highway Code Work shall be done by Contract; Resolution, re: Qualification Statements for preliminary and construction engineering services for the Alton Safe Routes to School Project; Resolution, re: That the Maintenance Engineering Agreement between JMH Consulting Services LLC and the City of Alton for engineering services pertaining to the City of Alton’s 2019 MFT Maintenance Program; Resolution, re: That there is hereby appropriated the sum of Nine Hundred Sixty Thousand Dollars of Motor Fuel Tax funds for the purpose of maintaining streets and highways under the applicable provisions of Illinois Highway Code from 01/01/19 to 12/31/19; Resolution, re: That the Comptroller’s Office be authorized to advertise for bids pertaining to the City of Alton’s 2019 MFT Maintenance Program; Resolution, re: Bid #2018 – 22; Alton Fire Department Station 2 Roof Replacement for the Fire Department. Ms. Smith made a motion, seconded by Mr. Campbell, that said report be placed on file. The Chair so ordered.

Ms. Smith presented the following resolution:

BE IT RESOLVED that the Discount and Special Bills Paid; also all Expenditure Detail Bills as listed in the Comptroller’s report dated November 13, 2018 be allowed and payment be made for same. Ms. Smith made a motion, seconded by Mr. Campbell, that said resolution be approved. The motion passed by the following vote:

AYES: Campbell, MacAfee, Velloff, Smith, Brake, Elliott, Boulds – 7 NAYS: None – 0

Ms. Smith presented the following resolution:

BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALTON, ILLINOIS, that officials of the Dept. of Planning & Development are hereby authorized to purchase property identified by Parcel Index Number: 23-2-07-11-19-401-008 commonly known as 501 Piasa St. at a cost not to exceed $175,000.00, with said acquisition costs paid from the TIF #1 (Riverfront) Project Account. Ms. Smith made a motion, seconded by Mr. Campbell, that said resolution be approved. The motion passed by the following vote:

AYES: Campbell, MacAfee, Velloff, Smith, Brake, Elliott, Boulds – 7 NAYS: None – 0

Ms. Smith presented the following resolution:

WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Alton finds and determines that it is in the best interest of the City of Alton finds and determines that it is in the best interest of the City to increase the number of Class I liquor licenses, by one, to a total of 4 Class I liquor licenses authorized to be issued by the City Code; and

NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL THE CITY OF ALTON ILLINOIS, that the attached ordinance be considered. Ms. Smith made a motion, seconded by Mr. Campbell, that said resolution be approved. The motion passed by the following vote:

AYES: Campbell, MacAfee, Velloff, Smith, Brake, Elliott, Boulds – 7 NAYS: None – 0

Ms. Smith presented the following resolution:

BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALTON, ILLINOIS, THAT the Mayor and appropriate city officials are hereby authorized and directed to accept an the deed of a donation of real property to the City of Alton tendered from Mary Pat Vernardos, Executrix of the Estate of Laura M. Hellrung deceased and that the City shall pay all expenses for the preparation of the deed and recording of same. Ms. Smith made a motion, seconded by Mr. Boulds, that said resolution be approved. The motion passed by the following vote:

AYES: Campbell, MacAfee, Velloff, Smith, Brake, Elliott, Boulds – 7 NAYS: None – 0

Ms. Smith presented the following resolution:

RESOLUTION TO COMMENCE WITH DEMOLITION PROCEEDINGS CONCERNING 1211 Alby St.

WHEREAS, it is necessary to effect the demolition of certain structures deemed unsafe under 65 ILCS 5/11-31-1, the owners of which have neglected or refuses to perform required demolition.

NOW, THEREFORE:

BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALTON, ILLINOIS, that its officials and agents are hereby authorized to pursue appropriate legal action against such properties in the Circuit Court as listed below: 1211 Alby St. Ms. Smith made a motion, seconded by Mrs. MacAfee, that said resolution be approved. The motion passed by the following vote:

AYES: Campbell, MacAfee, Velloff, Smith, Brake, Elliott, Boulds – 7 NAYS: None – 0

Ms. Smith presented the following resolution:

BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALTON, ILLINOIS, that the Redevelopment Agreement between the City of Alton, Illinois and DanMar Enterprises Inc. be amended in Section II A so as to change the potential funds provided to the developer in “Redevelopment Assistance” from “$6,963.00 or 25% of the total eligible project costs for the redevelopment projects, whichever is the lessor amount”, to “$12,879.00 or 25% of the total eligible project costs for the redevelopment project, whichever is the lessor amount” as shown on the attached Redevelopment Agreement due to the expanded scope of the project and the developer’s costs related thereto. Ms. Smith made a motion, seconded by Mr. Velloff, that said resolution be Placed on File. The motion passed by the following vote:

AYES: Campbell, MacAfee, Velloff, Smith, Brake, Elliott, Boulds – 7 NAYS: None – 0

Ms. Smith presented the following resolution:

BE IT RESOLVED, by the Council of the City of Alton Illinois that the following

described street(s)/road(s)/structure be improved under the Illinois Highway Code. Work shall

be done by Contract.

For Roadway/Street improvements:

Name of Street(s)/Road(s) Length (miles) Route From To

+ College Avenue Holman Street Johnson Street

+ Rock Springs Drive Memorial Drive College Avenue

+ Johnson Street College Avenue Tremont Street

+ College Avenue Johnson Street Pleasant Street

For Structures:

Name of Street(s)/Road(s) Existing Route Location Feature Crossed

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED,

1. That the proposed improvement shall consist of sidewalk removal and replacement, curb ramp upgrades, and other miscellaneous items.

2. That there is hereby appropriated the sum of fifteen thousand two hundred. Dollars ($15,200.00) for the improvement of said section from the Local Public Agency’s allotment of Motor Fuel Tax funds.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Clerk is hereby directed to transmit four (4) certified originals of this resolution to the district office of the Department of Transportation. Ms. Smith made a motion, seconded by Mrs. Elliott, that said resolution be approved. The motion passed by the following vote:

AYES: Campbell, MacAfee, Velloff, Smith, Brake, Elliott, Boulds – 7 NAYS: None – 0

Ms. Smith presented the following resolution:

WHEREAS, Qualification Statements for preliminary and construction engineering services for the Alton Safe Routes to School Project (MFT Sec. 17-00231-02-SW) were solicited by the Alton Public Works Department using Federal Qualification Based Selection (QBS) Procedures; and

WHEREAS, only one Qualification Statement was received for this project on October 16, 2018, and that Qualification Statement was submitted by Sheppard, Morgan & Schwaab Inc. from Alton, Illinois.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALTON, ILLINOIS that the Preliminary Engineering Services Agreement for Federal Participation between the City of Alton and Sheppard, Morgan & Schwaab Inc., a copy of which is attached hereto, be and is hereby approved. Ms. Smith made a motion, seconded by Mrs. Elliott, that said resolution be approved. The motion passed by the following vote:

AYES: Campbell, MacAfee, Velloff, Smith, Brake, Elliott, Boulds – 7 NAYS: None – 0

Ms. Smith presented the following resolution:

BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALTON, ILLINOIS, that the Maintenance Engineering Agreement between JMH Consulting Services, LLC and the City of Alton for engineering services pertaining to the City of Alton’s MFT Maintenance Program, a copy of which is attached hereto, be and is hereby approved and that the Mayor is hereby authorized to execute said agreement. Ms. Smith made a motion, seconded by Mr. Boulds, that said resolution be approved. The motion passed by the following vote:

AYES: Campbell, MacAfee, Velloff, Smith, Brake, Elliott, Boulds – 7 NAYS: None – 0

Ms. Smith presented the following resolution:

BE IT RESOLVED, by the Council of the City of Alton Illinois that there is hereby appropriated the sum of Nine Hundred Sixty Thousand Dollars ($960,000.00) of Motor Fuel Tax funds for the purpose of maintaining streets and highways under the applicable provisions of Illinois Highway Code from 01/01/19 to 12/31/19.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that only those operations as listed and described on the approved Estimate of Maintenance Costs, including supplemental or revised estimates approved in connection with this resolution, are eligible for maintenance with Motor Fuel Tax funds during the period as specified above.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that City of Alton shall submit within three months after the end of the maintenance period as stated above, to the Department of Transportation, on forms available from the Department, a certified statement showing expenditures and the balances remaining in the funds authorized for expenditure by the Department under this appropriation, and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Clerk is hereby directed to transmit four (4) certified originals of this resolution to the district office of the Department of Transportation. Ms. Smith made a motion, seconded by Mr. Boulds, that said resolution be approved. The motion passed by the following vote:

AYES: Campbell, MacAfee, Velloff, Smith, Brake, Elliott, Boulds – 7 NAYS: None – 0

Ms. Smith presented the following resolution:

BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALTON, ILLINOIS, that the Comptroller’s Office be authorized to advertise for bids pertaining to the City of Alton’s 2019 MFT Maintenance Program. Ms. Smith made a motion, seconded by Mr. Boulds, that said resolution be approved. The motion passed by the following vote:

AYES: Campbell, MacAfee, Velloff, Smith, Brake, Elliott, Boulds – 7 NAYS: None – 0

Ms. Smith presented the following resolution:

BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALTON IL, that the best bid of Geissler Roofing Co. Inc. for Fire Station 2 Roof Replacement in the amount of $33,614.00 and $96.00 Time & Material to replace damaged roof sheeting on a 4’ x 8’ sheet of plywood basis be awarded for Bid #2018 – 22 for the Fire Department. Ms. Smith made a motion, seconded by Mr. Boulds, that said resolution be approved. The motion passed by the following vote:

AYES: Campbell, MacAfee, Velloff, Smith, Brake, Elliott, Boulds – 7 NAYS: None – 0

SECOND READING OF ORDINANCES

Mayor Pro Tem MacAfee presented the following ordinance for second reading.

Ordinance No. 7668. An Ordinance amending the City Code of the City of Alton pertaining to the Building Permit: Fees. Mrs. MacAfee made a motion, seconded by Mr. Boulds, that said ordinance be adopted. The motion passed by the following vote:

AYES: Campbell, MacAfee, Velloff, Smith, Brake, Elliott, Boulds – 7 NAYS: None – 0

Mayor Pro Tem MacAfee presented the following ordinance for second reading.

Ordinance No. 7669. An Ordinance establishing no parking on Admiral Drive. Mrs. MacAfee made a motion, seconded by Mr. Boulds, that said ordinance be adopted. The motion passed by the following vote:

AYES: Campbell, MacAfee, Velloff, Smith, Brake, Elliott, Boulds – 7 NAYS: None – 0

Mayor Pro Tem MacAfee presented the following ordinance for second reading.

Ordinance No. 7670. An Ordinance establishing three (3) handicapped parking space in front of 2603 North Rodgers Avenue in the City of Alton. Mrs. MacAfee made a motion, seconded by Mrs. Elliott, that said ordinance be adopted. The motion passed by the following vote:

AYES: Campbell, MacAfee, Velloff, Smith, Brake, Elliott, Boulds – 7 NAYS: None – 0

REPORTS AND/OR RESOLUTIONS OF SPECIAL COMMITTEES

The Clerk presented the following Alton Historic Commission, re: Minutes of October 2, 2018; Minutes of October 16, 2018; Appearance Review Commission, re: Minutes of October 10, 2018; Minutes of October 24, 2018; Civil Service Commission, re: Minutes of October 17, 2018. Mr. Boulds made a motion, seconded by Mrs. Elliott, that said minutes be placed on file. The Chair so ordered.

APPOINTMENTS

Mayor Walker presented the following appointment of Jesse Jemison to Deputy Fire Chief. Mr. Boulds made a motion, seconded by Ms. Smith, that said appointment be approved. The motion passed by the following vote:

AYES: Campbell, MacAfee, Velloff, Smith, Brake, Elliott, Boulds – 7 NAYS: None – 0

PUBLIC FORUM ADDRESSING CITY BUSINESS

Mayor Pro Tem MacAfee presented the following request for the floor from Bill Miller. Mrs. MacAfee made a motion, seconded by Mr. Velloff, that said request be approved. The Chair so ordered.

Mr. Miller took the floor and spoke regarding mismanagement by City Officials. COMMENTS OR RESOLUTIONS FROM THE COUNCIL

Mr. Campbell presented the following five (5) resolutions:

1. WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Alton approved a lease agreement with North Alton-Godfrey Business Council for the lease of city owned property; and

WHEREAS, the Corporation Counselor recommends revisions to the Lease Agreement after further discussion with the North Alton-Godfrey Business Council.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALTON, ILLINOIS that the Mayor and appropriate City officials to be designated by the Mayor are hereby authorized and directed to sign the attached revised Lease Agreement between the City of Alton and North Alton-Godfrey Business Council.

2. RESOLUTION TO COMMENCE WITH DEMOLITION PROCEEDINGS CONCERNING 306 Dry St.

WHEREAS, it is necessary to effect the demolition of certain structures deemed unsafe under 65 ILCS 5/11-31-1, the owners of which have neglected or refuses to perform required demolition.

NOW, THEREFORE:

3. WHEREAS, the Alton Convention and Visitors Bureau has requested, that the City parking lot between Frontier Furnishings and Paul Lauschke Real Estate be closed on January 5, 2019 at 3:00 p.m. until January 6, 2019 at 3:00 p.m., to facilitate a event sponsored by the Alton CVB; and

WHEREAS, the City Council has considered the request, which was submitted in a timely manner, and does hereby approve said request.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALTON, ILLINOIS, that the Public Works Department, Police Department and Fire Department are hereby authorized and directed to restrict the parking on the parking lot between Frontier Furnishings and Paul Lauschke Real Estate on January 5, 2019 at 3:00 p.m. until January 6, 2019 at 3:00 p.m. for use of the guests of the Alton Convention and Visitors bureau on the condition that the Alton Convention and Visitors Bureau will be responsible for any extra labor costs incurred by the City as it relates to this event.

4. RESOLUTION TO COMMENCE WITH DEMOLITION PROCEEDINGS CONCERNING 622 State

WHEREAS, it is necessary to effect the demolition of certain structures deemed unsafe under 65 ILCS 5/11-31-1, the owners of which have neglected or refuses to perform required demolition.

NOW, THEREFORE:

5. RESOLUTION TO COMMENCE WITH DEMOLITION PROCEEDINGS CONCERNING 503 Emerald

WHEREAS, it is necessary to effect the demolition of certain structures deemed unsafe under 65 ILCS 5/11-31-1, the owners of which have neglected or refuses to perform required demolition.

NOW, THEREFORE:

BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALTON, ILLINOIS, that its officials and agents are hereby authorized to pursue appropriate legal action against such properties in the Circuit Court as listed below: 503 Emerald. Mr. Campbell made a motion, seconded by Mr. Velloff, that said resolutions be referred to the Committee of the Whole. The Chair so ordered.

Mrs. MacAfee presented the following resolution:

WHEREAS, Illinois has adopted the Smoke Free Illinois Act now found at 410 ILCS 82/1 et seq.; and,

WHEREAS, the Act defines a “retail tobacco store”, the premises of which are exempt from the prohibition of smoking in public places otherwise prohibited by the Smoke Free Illinois Act; and,

WHEREAS, as a home rule municipality the City of Alton is free to adopt additional restrictions as to smoking in public places such as a retail tobacco store as defined by the Smoke Free Illinois Act; and,

WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Alton finds that an additional restriction on the operation of a retail tobacco store is appropriate to promote the health, safety and welfare of the residents, visitors and businesses within the City of Alton.

NOW THEREFORE BE RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALTON that an ordinance be adopted which shall prohibit the possession or consumption of alcoholic liquor, including beer, within the premises of any location operated as a retail tobacco store within the City of Alton. Mrs. MacAfee made a motion, seconded by Mr. Campbell, that said resolution be referred to the Committee of the Whole. The Chair so ordered.

Mr. Velloff presented the following two (2) resolutions:

1. RESOLUTION TO COMMENCE WITH DEMOLITION PROCEEDINGS CONCERNING 728 Humboldt Ct

WHEREAS, it is necessary to effect the demolition of certain structures deemed unsafe under 65 ILCS 5/11-31-1, the owners of which have neglected or refuses to perform required demolition.

NOW, THEREFORE:

2. RESOLUTION TO COMMENCE WITH DEMOLITION PROCEEDINGS CONCERNING 1420 E 4TH St

WHEREAS, it is necessary to effect the demolition of certain structures deemed unsafe under 65 ILCS 5/11-31-1, the owners of which have neglected or refuses to perform required demolition.

NOW, THEREFORE:

BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALTON, ILLINOIS, that its officials and agents are hereby authorized to pursue appropriate legal action against such properties in the Circuit Court as listed below: 1420 E 4th St. Mr. Velloff made a motion, seconded by Mr. Campbell, that said resolutions be referred to the Committee of the Whole. The Chair so ordered.

Ms. Smith presented the following five (5) resolutions:

1. RESOLUTION TO COMMENCE WITH DEMOLITION PROCEEDINGS CONCERNING 730 Humboldt

WHEREAS, it is necessary to effect the demolition of certain structures deemed unsafe under 65 ILCS 5/11-31-1, the owners of which have neglected or refuses to perform required demolition.

NOW, THEREFORE:

2. RESOLUTION TO COMMENCE WITH DEMOLITION PROCEEDINGS CONCERNING 1221 Pearl

WHEREAS, it is necessary to effect the demolition of certain structures deemed unsafe under 65 ILCS 5/11-31-1, the owners of which have neglected or refuses to perform required demolition.

NOW, THEREFORE:

3. RESOLUTION TO COMMENCE WITH DEMOLITION PROCEEDINGS CONCERNING 1715 Maupin

WHEREAS, it is necessary to effect the demolition of certain structures deemed unsafe under 65 ILCS 5/11-31-1, the owners of which have neglected or refuses to perform required demolition.

NOW, THEREFORE:

4. RESOLUTION TO COMMENCE WITH DEMOLITION PROCEEDINGS CONCERNING 1033 Wallace

WHEREAS, it is necessary to effect the demolition of certain structures deemed unsafe under 65 ILCS 5/11-31-1, the owners of which have neglected or refuses to perform required demolition.

NOW, THEREFORE:

5. RESOLUTION TO COMMENCE WITH DEMOLITION PROCEEDINGS CONCERNING 723 Brown

WHEREAS, it is necessary to effect the demolition of certain structures deemed unsafe under 65 ILCS 5/11-31-1, the owners of which have neglected or refuses to perform required demolition.

NOW, THEREFORE:

BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALTON, ILLINOIS, that its officials and agents are hereby authorized to pursue appropriate legal action against such properties in the Circuit Court as listed below: 723 Brown. Ms. Smith made a motion, seconded by Mr. Boulds, that said resolutions be referred to the Committee of the Whole. The Chair so ordered.

Mr. Brake presented the following three (3) resolutions:

1. RESOLUTION TO COMMENCE WITH DEMOLITION PROCEEDINGS CONCERNING 1805 Main St.

WHEREAS, it is necessary to effect the demolition of certain structures deemed unsafe under 65 ILCS 5/11-31-1, the owners of which have neglected or refuses to perform required demolition.

NOW, THEREFORE:

2. WHEREAS, Illinois Public Act 100 – 0663 provided authority to a local liquor control commission or to grant an exemption to the prohibition against issuing a liquor license within 200 feet of the nearest part of any buildings used as a church, school, hospital, Young Men’s Christian Association, Young Women’s Christians Association, home for the aged or indigent persons or veterans, their wives or children or in a military or naval station if a local ordinance authorizes the local liquor control commissioner to grant the exemption; and,

WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Alton Illinois finds that such an exemption from the prohibition against issuing a liquor license may be appropriate under certain circumstances.

NOW THEREFORE BE RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALTON ILLINOIS that the attached ordinance be considered.

3. WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Alton deems it necessary and appropriate to amend Chapter 21 of the City Code pertaining to the regulations of rental dwelling units as recommended by the Director of Code Enforcement.

NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALTON, ILLINOIS THAT the attached ordinance be considered. Mr. Brake made a motion, seconded by Ms. Smith, that said resolutions be referred to the Committee of the Whole. The Chair so ordered.

Mrs. Elliott presented the following resolution:

RESOLUTION TO COMMENCE WITH DEMOLITION PROCEEDINGS CONCERNING 3105 Hillcrest Ave

WHEREAS, it is necessary to effect the demolition of certain structures deemed unsafe under 65 ILCS 5/11-31-1, the owners of which have neglected or refuses to perform required demolition.

NOW, THEREFORE:

BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALTON, ILLINOIS, that its officials and agents are hereby authorized to pursue appropriate legal action against such properties in the Circuit Court as listed below: 3105 Hillcrest Ave. Mrs. Elliott made a motion, seconded by Mr. Boulds, that said resolution be referred to the Committee of the Whole. The Chair so ordered.

Mr. Boulds presented the following application for rezoning from Larry Manns, re: Map Amendment from present zoning classification R1 to proposed zoning classification M-2 per annexation agreement. Mr. Boulds made a motion, seconded by Mrs. Elliott, that said application be referred to the Plan Commission. The Chair so ordered.

Mr. Boulds presented the following two (2) resolutions:

1. Be it resolved that the attached Agreement between City of Alton and Piasa Charitable Foundation and Pride Inc. be accepted.

2. WHEREAS, it is necessary to adopt a tax levy ordinance for the fiscal year commencing on the first day of April 2018 and ending on the 31st day of March 2019; and

NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALTON, ILLINOIS, that a tax levy ordinance be considered for the fiscal year commencing on the first day of April 2018 and ending on the 31st day of March 2019 in an amount recommended by the City Comptroller. Mr. Boulds made a motion, seconded by Mrs. Elliott, that said resolutions be referred to the Committee of the Whole. The Chair so ordered.

Mr. Boulds presented the following two (2) resolutions:

1. WHEREAS, Alderwoman MacAfee had requested that the 4400 block of Alby Street, in front of the VFW, be closed on November 11, 2018, from 10:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. to facilitate the VFW Veterans’ Day event, and;

WHEREAS, the City Council did not receive the request in time to consider and approve the request before the scheduled event; and

WHEREAS, the mayor approved the requested street closure as an emergency action.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALTON, ILLINOIS, that the temporary closure of the 4400 block of Alby Street, in front of the VFW, on November 11, 2018, from 10:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. as ordered by the mayor is hereby ratified and affirmed.

2. WHEREAS, the Fire Chief has requested approval to develop specifications to solicit bids for portable radios for the police, fire and public works departments.

NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALTON, ILLINOIS, that the Fire Chief is hereby authorized to prepare specifications to solicit bids for portable radios for the police, fire and public works departments coordinating the solicitations of bids effort through the Comptroller’s office;

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that upon approval of the best bid as recommended by the Fire Chief and Comptroller’s Office the purchase of said equipment shall be funded from the previously approved line of credit for the public safety radio system for the City of Alton. Mr. Boulds made a motion, seconded by Mrs. Elliott, that the Rules of the Council be Suspended in order to act upon said resolutions. The motion passed by the following vote:

AYES: Campbell, MacAfee, Velloff, Smith, Brake, Elliott, Boulds, Mayor Walker – 8 NAYS: None – 0

Mr. Boulds made a motion, seconded by Mrs. Elliott, that the above and foregoing resolutions be approved. The motion passed by the following vote:

AYES: Campbell, MacAfee, Velloff, Smith, Brake, Elliott, Boulds – 7 NAYS: None – 0

There being no further business to come before the Council at this time. Mr. Boulds made a motion, seconded by Mrs. Elliott, that said meeting adjourn. The motion passed by the following vote:

AYES: Campbell, MacAfee, Velloff, Smith, Brake, Elliott, Boulds – 7 NAYS: None – 0

https://www.cityofaltonil.com/minutes/5/2018-11-14%20Minutes.pdf

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