City of Alton City Council met Sept. 11.
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 Jemison to lead the Pledge to the Flag.
At this time, Mayor Walker called for a moment of silence for the First Responders and all the Citizens who lost their lives on 911.
BID OPENING
Mayor Walker presented the following:
BID OPENING – PROPOSAL FOR PURCHASE OF 504 BROOKSIDE AVENUE, ALTON, ILLINOIS.
At this time, Corporation Counselor Schrempf read the one (1) Bid Proposal. The Bid was received on September 11, 2019 at 12:28 P.M. and was submitted by Adam Wright in the amount of $601.00. Mr. Boulds made a motion, seconded by Ms. Smith, that said bid be approved. The motion passed by the following vote:
AYES: Campbell, MacAfee, Velloff, Smith, Brake, Elliott, Boulds – 7
NAYS: None - 0
COUNCIL MINUTES AND REPORT OF OFFICERS
The Clerk presented the following Council Minutes of August 28, 2019 and the following Report of Officers: Department of Building and Zoning, re: Monthly Report for August, 2019; Alton Fire Department, re: Monthly Fire Damage Report to Assessor’s Office for August, 2019; Alton Fire Department, re: Estimated Fire Loss for August, 2019; Alton Fire Department, re: Largest Single Fire Loss for August, 2019. Mr. Boulds made a motion, seconded by Mrs. Elliott, that said Minutes and Report of Officers be placed on file. The Chair so ordered.
COMMITTEE REPORT
Chairman Brake presented the following Committee of the Whole Meeting Report for September 9, 2019. Resolution, re: Discount and Special Bills Paid; Resolution, re: Discount and Special Bills Paid; Amended Resolution, re: That Broadway between Langdon Street and Alton Street be closed beginning September 21, 2019 to facilitate the Mississippi Earthtones Festival sponsored by Alton Main Street; Resolution, re: Marquette Catholic High School has requested, that 4th Street beginning at 4th Street and George and ending at 4th Street and Langdon be closed on September 21, 2019 to facilitate the Marquette Catholic High School homecoming; Resolution, re: That the eastbound lane of Third Street beginning at 304 E. Third Street and ending at Henry Street be closed on September 21, 2019, to facilitate the lst annual Know your Worth Walk-A-Thon; Amended Resolution, re: Dorothy Hummel, on behalf of the YWCA, has requested, that a portion of certain streets be closed on October 11, 2019, to facilitate the YWCA block party; Resolution, re: To commence with demolition proceedings concerning 1814 Sycamore St.; Resolution, re: The Chief Examiner for the Civil Service Commission has worked with various City departments and has recommended updates and modifications to the rules of the Civil Service Commission and that the attached ordinance be considered; Resolution, re: That the City Treasurer is hereby authorized and directed to make payment from the Alton Municipal Band Fund to the individuals listed on the attached minutes as and for their salaries for the 2019 summer season pursuant to the minutes; Resolution, re: That the City Treasurer is hereby authorized and directed to make payment from the Alton Municipal Band Fund; Resolution, re: That the City Treasurer is hereby authorized and directed to make payment from the Western Military Academy Memorial Site Fund; Resolution, re: That the Mayor, Comptroller, Police Chief or any other appropriate city officials are authorized and directed to sign and execute any and all documents necessary for CSR Asphalt Paving & Concrete Construction to seal the parking lot at the Alton Police Department; Resolution, re: To commence with demolition proceedings concerning 725 Central Ave.; Resolution, re: To commence with demolition proceedings concerning 3235 Edgewood; Resolution, re: Bid #2019 – 19, Asbestos Abatement at 3410 California Avenue & 616 Anderson Street, and 928 Hawley Avenue for the Building and Zoning Department; Resolution, re: Bid #2019 – 20, Asbestos Abatement at 1812 Ervay Avenue for the Building and Zoning Department; Resolution, re: Bid #2019 – 21; Demolition of 1011 & 1013 Elliott Avenue, 721 Central Avenue & 811 Ridge Street, 1260 State Street & 1107 West 9th Street,1604 & 1610 Greenwood Street, 2028 Main Street, and 614 Marsh Avenue for the Building and Zoning Department; Resolution, re: Bid #2019 – 22; Demolition of 406 Vine Street for the Building and Zoning Department; Resolution, re: Bid #2019 – 23, Asbestos Abatement at 1317 & 1321 Pearl Street, 1720 Maupin Street, and 615 Sering Avenue for the Building and Zoning Department; Resolution, re: Bid #2019 – 24; Demolition of 501 Clay Street, 619 Leonard Street, and 1319 Pearl Street for the Building and Zoning Department; Resolution, re: Bid #2019 – 25; Demolition of 2208 East Broadway for the Building and Zoning Department. Mr. Brake made a motion, seconded by Mrs. Elliott, that said report be placed on file. The Chair so ordered.
Mr. Brake 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 September 9, 2019 be allowed and payment be made for same. Mr. Brake 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
Mr. Brake presented the following amended resolution:
WHEREAS, Alderman Campbell has requested that Broadway Street be closed beginning September 21, 2019 from 7:00 a.m. until 11:30 p.m. to facilitate the Mississippi Earthtones Festival sponsored by Alton Main Street.
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 effectuate the temporary closure of Broadway Street from the east line of 210 E. Broadway to the east line of 410 E. Broadway beginning September 21, 2019 from 7:00 a.m. until 11:30 p.m. to facilitate the Mississippi Earthtones Festival sponsored by Alton Main Street on the following conditions:
1. Alton Main Street shall be responsible for any extra labor costs incurred by the City as it relates to this event.
2. Alton Main Street shall provide an off-duty Alton Police Officer for Security at the event from 6:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.
Mr. Brake made a motion, seconded by Mr. Campbell, that said amended resolution be approved. The motion passed by the following vote:
AYES: Campbell, MacAfee, Velloff, Smith, Brake, Elliott, Boulds – 7
NAYS: None – 0
Mr. Brake presented the following resolution:
WHEREAS, Marquette Catholic High School has requested, that 4th Street beginning at 4th Street and George and ending at 4th Street and Langdon be closed on September 21, 2019, from 8:00 a.m. until midnight to facilitate the Marquette Catholic High School homecoming.
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 effectuate the temporary closure of 4th Street from George Street to Langdon Street on September 21, 2019, from 8:00 a.m. until midnight on the condition that Marquette Catholic High School be responsible for any extra labor costs incurred by the City as it relates to this event. Mr. Brake 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
Mr. Brake presented the following resolution:
WHEREAS, Alderman Campbell has requested, that the eastbound lane of Third Street beginning at 304 E. Third Street and ending at Henry Street be closed on September 21, 2019, from 10:30 a.m. until 12:30 p.m. to facilitate the 1st annual Know your Worth Walk-A-Thon; 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 Public Works Department, Police Department and Fire Department are hereby authorized and directed to effectuate the temporary closure of eastbound lane of Third Street beginning at 304 E. Third Street and ending at Henry Street be closed on September 21, 2019, from 10:30 a.m. until 12:30 p.m. on the condition that the YWCA be responsible for any extra labor costs incurred by the City as it relates to this event. Mr. Brake made a motion, seconded by Ms. Smith, that said resolution be approved. The motion passed by the following vote:
AYES: Campbell, MacAfee, Velloff, Smith, Brake, Elliott, Boulds – 7
NAYS: None – 0
Mr. Brake presented the following amended resolution:
WHEREAS, Dorothy Hummel, on behalf of the YWCA, has requested, that a portion of certain streets be closed on October 11, 2019, to facilitate the YWCA block party; 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 (contingent upon all required IDOT approvals where applicable) to effectuate the temporary closure of one lane of Third Street from Alton Street to George Street on October 11, 2019, from 3:30 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. on the condition that the YWCA shall be responsible for any extra labor costs incurred by the City as it relates to this event. Mr. Brake made a motion, seconded by Ms. Smith, that said amended resolution be approved. The motion passed by the following vote:
AYES: Campbell, MacAfee, Velloff, Smith, Brake, Elliott, Boulds – 7
NAYS: None – 0
Mr. Brake presented the following three (3) resolutions:
RESOLUTION TO COMMENCE WITH DEMOLITION PROCEEDINGS CONCERNING 1814 Sycamore 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: 1814 Sycamore St.
2. RESOLUTION TO COMMENCE WITH DEMOLITION PROCEEDINGS CONCERNING 725 Central 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: 725 Central Ave.
3. RESOLUTION TO COMMENCE WITH DEMOLITION PROCEEDINGS CONCERNING 3235 Edgewood
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: 3235 Edgewood. Mr. Brake made a motion, seconded by Mrs. Elliott, that said resolutions be approved. The motion passed by the following vote:
AYES: Campbell, MacAfee, Velloff, Smith, Brake, Elliott, Boulds – 7
NAYS: None – 0
Mr. Brake presented the following resolution:
WHEREAS, the Chief Examiner for the Civil Service Commission has worked with various City departments and has recommended updates and modifications to the rules of the Civil Service Commission; and
WHEREAS, the Civil Service Commission has reviewed the recommended changes and has approved a proposed comprehensive update of the rules of the Civil Service Commission; and
WHEREAS, it is appropriate to approve the rules of the Civil Service Commission by the City Council by way of ordinance.
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 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
Mr. Brake presented the following resolution:
WHEREAS, the City of Alton holds the Alton Municipal Band Fund; and
WHEREAS, the Alton Municipal Band Committee at its August 14, 2019 meeting recommended approval of a payment of the salaries for the 2019 summer season.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALTON, ILLINOIS that the City Treasurer is hereby authorized and directed to make payment from the Alton Municipal Band Fund to the individuals listed on the attached minutes as and for their salaries for the 2019 summer season pursuant to the minutes attached hereto. Mr. Brake made a motion, seconded by Mr. Velloff, that said resolution be approved. The motion passed by the following vote:
AYES: Campbell, MacAfee, Velloff, Smith, Brake, Elliott, Boulds – 7
NAYS: None – 0
Mr. Brake presented the following resolution:
WHEREAS, the City of Alton holds the Alton Municipal Band Fund; and
WHEREAS, the Alton Municipal Band Committee at its August 14, 2019 meeting recommended approval of a payments to $251.12 to ASCAP for licensing; $84.69 to Kasey Oglesby for reimbursement for Band materials; $1,800 for guest soloists for the 2019 season; $480.00 for substitute players for the 2019 season; $80.62 to Kasey Oglesby for reimbursement of damaged iPad used for concerts; and $165 to Schwartzkopf Printing for 2019 concert flyers.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALTON, ILLINOIS that the City Treasurer is hereby authorized and directed to make payment from the Alton Municipal Fund to Music & Arts in the amount of $251.12 to ASCAP; $84.69 to Kasey Oglesby; $1,800 for guest soloists; $480.00 for substitute players for the 2019 season; $80.62 to Kasey Oglesby; and $165 to Schwartzkopf Printing pursuant to the invoices and
minutes attached hereto. Mr. Brake made a motion, seconded by Mr. Velloff, that said resolution be approved. The motion passed by the following vote:
AYES: Campbell, MacAfee, Velloff, Smith, Brake, Elliott, Boulds – 7
NAYS: None – 0
Mr. Brake presented the following resolution:
WHEREAS, the City of Alton holds the Western Military Academy Memorial Site Fund pursuant to an Agreement entered into with Greater Alton Community Development Inc.; and
WHEREAS, the Western Military Academy Memorial Site Committee desires to improve the site pursuant to the Agreement; and
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALTON, ILLINOIS that the City Treasurer is hereby authorized and directed to make payment from the Western Military Academy Memorial Site Fund to Baldwin/Priesmeyer in the amount of $559.70; Jay Rowden in the amount of $465.00 and Mike Doucleff in the amount of $1,092.33 pursuant to the minutes and invoice attached. Mr. Brake 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
Mr. Brake presented the following resolution:
WHEREAS, the parking lot at the Alton Police Department is in need of resealing; and
WHEREAS, the Police Chief has budgeted for the re-sealing of the parking lot; and
WHEREAS, the Police Chief has obtained bids from CSR Asphalt Paving and Concrete Construction in the amount of $13,900.00; Charles E. Mahoney Co. in the amount of $17,5000.00; and LWS Construction LLC in the amount of $16,400.00 for the sealing and striping of the parking lot.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALTON, ILLINOIS, that the Mayor, Comptroller, Police Chief or any other appropriate city official are authorized and directed to sign and execute any and all documents necessary for CSR Asphalt Paving & Concrete Construction to seal the parking lot at the Alton Police Department in accordance with the specifications attached hereto and made a part hereof. Mr. Brake 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
Mr. Brake presented the following resolution:
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALTON IL, that the best bid of Abatement Management for Asbestos Abatement at 3410 California Avenue & 616 Anderson Street in the amount of $ 8,989.00, and for 928 Hawley Avenue in the amount of $1,998.00 be awarded for Bid #2019 – 19 for the Building & Zoning Department. Mr. Brake 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
Mr. Brake presented the following resolution:
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALTON IL, that the best bid of Universal Abatement for asbestos abatement at 1812 Ervay Avenue in the amount of $1,214.00, be awarded for Bid #2019 – 20 for the Building & Zoning Department. Mr. Brake made a motion, seconded by Ms. Smith, that said resolution be approved. The motion passed by the following vote:
AYES: Campbell, MacAfee, Velloff, Smith, Brake, Elliott, Boulds – 7
NAYS: None – 0
Mr. Brake presented the following resolution:
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALTON IL, that the best bids for demolition of 1011 & 1013 Elliott Avenue, 721 Central Avenue & 811 Ridge Street, 1260 State Street & 1107 West 9th Street, 1604 & 1610 Greenwood Street, 2028 Main Street, and 614 Marsh Avenue be awarded per the attached bid tab sheet for Bid #2019 – 21 for the Building & Zoning Department. Mr. Brake made a motion, seconded by Mr. Velloff, that said resolution be approved. The motion passed by the following vote:
AYES: Campbell, MacAfee, Velloff, Smith, Brake, Elliott, Boulds – 7
NAYS: None – 0
Mr. Brake presented the following resolution:
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALTON, IL, that the best bid of S. Shafer Excavating Inc for demolition of 406 Vine Street in the amount of $9,200.00 be awarded for Bid #2019 – 22 for the Building & Zoning Department. Mr. Brake made a motion, seconded by Mr. Velloff, that said resolution be approved. The motion passed by the following vote:
AYES: Campbell, MacAfee, Velloff, Smith, Brake, Elliott, Boulds – 7
NAYS: None – 0
Mr. Brake presented the following resolution:
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALTON IL, that the best bid of Abatement Management for Asbestos Abatement at 1317 & 1321 Pearl Street in the amount of $6,720.00, and 1720 Maupin Street in the amount of $3,310.00, and 615 Sering Avenue in the amount of $2,100.00 be awarded for Bid #2019 – 23 for the Building & Zoning Department. Mr. Brake 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
Mr. Brake presented the following resolution:
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALTON IL, that the best bid of S. Shafer Excavating Inc for demolition of 501 Clay Street in the amount of $6,400.00, and of Supreme Trucking & Excavating for demolition of 619 Leonard Street in the amount of $4,850.00 and of 1319 Pearl Street in the amount of $8,300.00 be awarded for Bid #2019 – 24 for the Building & Zoning Department. Mr. Brake 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
Mr. Brake presented the following resolution:
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALTON IL, that the best bid of S. Shafer Excavating Inc for demolition of 2208 East Broadway in the amount of $11,400.00 be awarded for Bid #2019 – 25 for the Building & Zoning Department. Mr. Brake 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
FIRST READING OF ORDINANCES
Mayor Pro Tem MacAfee presented the following ordinance for first reading.
Ordinance No. 7716. An Ordinance establishing no parking in front of 513 State Street. Mrs. MacAfee made a motion, seconded by Mr. Campbell, that said ordinance be Laid Over. The Chair so ordered.
Mayor Pro Tem MacAfee presented the following ordinance for first reading.
Ordinance No. 7717. An Ordinance amending Section 8 of Chapter 2 of Title 5 of the City Code of the City of Alton pertaining to billing procedures with regard to refuse charges. Mrs. MacAfee made a motion, seconded by Mr. Boulds, that said ordinance be Laid Over. The Chair so ordered.
REPORTS AND/OR RESOLUTIONS OF SPECIAL COMMITTEES
The Clerk presented the following Civil Service Commission, re: Minutes of August 21, 2019. 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 reappointment of Todd Harpole to the Zoning Board of Appeals. Mr. Boulds made a motion, seconded by Mrs. Elliott, that said reappointment be approved. The motion passed by the following vote:
AYES: Campbell, MacAfee, Velloff, Smith, Brake, Elliott, Boulds – 7
NAYS: None – 0
Mayor Walker presented the following appointment of Brad Sweetman 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
At this time Mayor Walker called upon Fire Chief Jesse Jemison and Deputy Fire Chief Brad Sweetman to come forward for the pinning ceremony for the position of Fire Chief and Deputy Fire Chief.
APPROVAL OF ACTIONS TAKEN UNDER SUSPENSION OF RULES AT PRIOR MEETING
The Clerk presented the following two (2) ordinances and three (3) resolutions:
1. Ordinance No. 7714. An Ordinance amending Chapter 20 of Title 4 of the City Code pertaining to Video Terminals.
2. Ordinance No. 7715. An Ordinance amending the City of Alton to enter into an agreement with American Cruise Line Inc.
3. WHEREAS, Alderman Velloff has requested that Riley Street between Johnson and Della Streets be closed on Saturday, September 7, 2019 from 12:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m. to facilitate a community block party; 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 effectuate the temporary closure of Riley
Street between Johnson and Della Streets be closed on Saturday, September 7, 2019 from 12:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m.
4. WHEREAS, the City of Alton desires to enter into a formal agreement with Richard Eldridge and Melissa Scharfinski to lease a vacant lot owned by City located at 312 Dry Street; and
WHEREAS, a formal agreement has been negotiated and recommended by the City staff for consideration of the City 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 Lease Agreement between the City of Alton and Richard Eldridge and Melissa Scharfinski.
5. WHEREAS, Alderman Campbell has requested that Logan Street, between State Street and the unnamed alley behind Johnson’s Corner be closed on August 24, 2019; from 12:00 p.m. until 12:00 a.m. on August 25, 2019, for the Marquette High School Blue-Gray game; 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, and Fire Department are hereby authorized and directed to effectuate the temporary closure of Logan Street, between State Street and the unnamed alley behind Johnson’s Corner be closed on August 24, 2019, from 12:00 p.m. until 12:00 a.m. on August 25, 2019, for the Marquette High School Blue-Gray game on the condition that Marquette High School be responsible for any extra labor costs incurred by the City at it relates to this event. Mr. Boulds made a motion, seconded by Mrs. Elliott, that said ordinances and resolutions be approved. The motion passed by the following vote:
AYES: Campbell, MacAfee, Velloff, Smith, Brake, Elliott, Boulds – 7
NAYS: None – 0
COMMENTS OR RESOLUTIONS FROM THE CITY COUNCIL
Mr. Campbell presented the following resolution:
WHEREAS, Alderman Brian Campbell has requested, that a portion of certain streets be closed on March 21, 2020, to facilitate the Annual Alton Marathon and 5K run; 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 (contingent upon all required IDOT approvals where applicable) to effectuate the temporary closure on March 21, 2020, at 5:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. portions of the following streets as specified below:
Riverfront Drive from the west side Amphitheater parking lot to Henry Street;
Boat Launch Road from Henry Street to Discovery Pkwy;
Discovery Pkwy from Russell Commons Park entrance to State Route 143 (Berm Hwy);
The outer lane of North bound U.S. 67 (Clark Bridge) from the City limits to State Route 143 (Landmarks Blvd);
The outer lane of East bound State Route 143 (Landmarks Blvd) from U.S. 67 (Clark Bridge) to the Broadway Connector; And Both East bound lanes of State Route 143 (Berm Hwy) from the Broadway Connector to Melvin Price Lock and Dam Way. Mr. Campbell made a motion, seconded by Mr. Velloff, that said resolution be referred to the Committee of the Whole. The Chair so ordered.
Mrs. MacAfee presented the following resolution:
WHEREAS, the City has the authority to adopt ordinances and to promulgate rules and regulations that pertain to its government and affairs and that protect the public health, safety and welfare of its citizens.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALTON, ILLINOIS THAT the attached ordinance be considered. Mrs. MacAfee made a motion, seconded by Mr. Velloff, that said resolution be referred to the Committee of the Whole. The Chair so ordered.
Ms. Smith presented the following two (2) resolutions:
1. RESOLUTION TO COMMENCE WITH DEMOLITION PROCEEDINGS CONCERNING 1110 E. 6th 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: 1110 E. 6th St.
2. RESOLUTION TO COMMENCE WITH DEMOLITION PROCEEDINGS CONCERNING 2018 Central 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: 2018 Central Ave. Ms. Smith made a motion, seconded by Mrs. Elliott, that said resolutions be referred to the Committee of the Whole. The Chair so ordered.
At this time, Mr. Boulds made a motion, seconded by Mrs. MacAfee, to go into Executive Session to discuss collective bargaining issues concerning the Teamsters Agreement with the Comptroller, Treasurer, Personnel Director, Public Works Director, Attorneys and Kim Clark requested to attend. The motion passed by the following vote:
AYES: Campbell, MacAfee, Velloff, Smith, Brake, Elliott, Boulds 7
NAYS: None - 0
The City Council adjourned to Executive Session at 6:54 P.M.
The City Council reconvened at 7:18 and the following were present:
PRESENT: Campbell, MacAfee, Velloff, Smith, Brake, Elliott, Boulds – 7 ABSENT: None – 0
The Clerk presented the following resolution:
WHEREAS, the City of Alton and Chauffeurs, Teamsters, Warehousemen and Helpers Local Union No. 525 had a collective bargaining agreement for April 1, 2014 through March 31, 2018 which is attached hereto and made a part hereof; and
WHEREAS, the City of Alton negotiators and Chauffeurs, Teamsters, Warehousemen and Helpers Local Union No. 525 negotiators have reached a tentative agreement modifying the above referenced agreement being memorialized in the attachment labeled “CITY OF ALTON AND IBT LOCAL 525 TENTATIVE AGREEMENT 8/27/19”.
NOW, THEREFORE, 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 execute a new collective bargaining agreement to effectuate the confirmation of a new four-year agreement between the City of Alton and Teamsters Local 525 incorporating the terms of the Tentative Agreement dated 8/27/19 as attached hereto and made a part hereof. Mr. Boulds 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
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
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