City of Alton City Council met September 25

By Kristine Gonzales-Abella

Oct 23, 2019

City of Alton City Council met Sept. 25.

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: MacAfee, Velloff, Smith, Brake, Elliott, Boulds – 6

ABSENT: Campbell - 1

Mayor Walker called upon Director of Code Enforcement Buhs to lead the Pledge to the Flag.

COUNCIL MINUTES, COMMUNICATIONS AND REPORT OF OFFICERS

The Clerk presented the following Council Meeting Minutes of September 11, 2019 and the following Communications: Republic Services, re: Solid Waste and Recycle Volumes for the City of Alton for the month of August, 2019; Illinois Department of Transportation, re: Grants permission to temporarily close a portion of IL Route 140 from Washington Avenue to the East Broadway connector and a portion of IL Route 67 from East Broadway to 9th Street for the purpose of holding a Halloween parade and the following Report of Officers: City Treasurer, re: Monthly Report for August, 2019; City Treasurer, re: Annual Treasurers Report of Cash Receipts and Disbursements for the Fiscal Year Ending March 31, 2019. 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

Chairman Brake presented the following Committee of the Whole Meeting Report for September 23, 2019; Resolution, re: Discount and Special Bills paid; Resolution, re: That a portion of certain streets be closed on March 21, 2020, to facilitate the Annual Alton Marathon and 5K run; Resolution, re: 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 and that the attached ordinance be considered; Resolution, re: To commence with demolition proceedings concerning 1110 E. 6th St; Resolution, re: To commence with demolition proceedings concerning 2018 Central Ave.; Resolution, re: Bid #2019 – 26, Contract for Asbestos Surveys for the Building and Zoning Department. Mr. Brake made a motion, seconded by Mr. Boulds, 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 23, 2019 be allowed and payment be made. Mr. Brake made a motion, seconded by Ms. Smith, that said resolution be approved. The motion passed by the following vote:

AYES: MacAfee, Velloff, Smith, Brake, Elliott, Boulds – 6

NAYS: None – 0

ABSENT: Campbell - 1

Mr. Brake 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.

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. Brake made a motion, seconded by Mrs. Elliott, that said resolution be approved. The motion passed by the following vote:

AYES: MacAfee, Velloff, Smith, Brake, Elliott, Boulds – 6

NAYS: None – 0

ABSENT: Campbell - 1

Mr. Brake 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. Mr. Brake made a motion, seconded by Ms. Smith, that said resolution be approved. The motion passed by the following vote:

AYES: MacAfee, Velloff, Smith, Brake, Elliott, Boulds – 6

NAYS: None – 0

ABSENT: Campbell - 1

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

1. 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, 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. Mr. Brake made a motion, seconded by Ms. Smith, that said resolutions be approved. The motion passed by the following vote:

AYES: MacAfee, Velloff, Smith, Brake, Elliott, Boulds – 6

NAYS: None – 0

ABSENT: Campbell - 1

Mr. Brake presented the following resolutions:

BE IT RESOLVED, By the City Council of the City of Alton, Illinois, that the best bid of EnviroLife, in the amount of $42.00 inspection per hour; $7.00 bulk sample each; and $0.00 (zero) for EPA notification is hereby awarded for Bid #2019 – 26, Contract for Asbestos Surveys for the Building and Zoning Department. Mr. Brake made a motion, seconded by Mr. Boulds, that said resolution be approved. The motion passed by the following vote:

AYES: MacAfee, Velloff, Smith, Brake, Elliott, Boulds – 6

NAYS: None – 0

ABSENT: Campbell - 1

FIRST READING OF ORDINANCES

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

Ordinance No. 7718. An Ordinance amending the Civil Service Rules. Mrs. MacAfee made a motion, seconded by Mrs. Elliott, that said ordinance be Laid Over. The Chair so ordered.

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

Ordinance No. 7719. An Ordinance amending the Municipal Code of the City of Alton by the addition of Section 12 to Chapter 3 of Title 4 imposing a Municipal Cannabis Retailers’ Occupation Tax. Mrs. MacAfee made a motion, seconded by Mr. Boulds, that said Rules of the Council be Suspended in order to act on said ordinance. The motion passed by the following vote:

AYES: MacAfee, Velloff, Smith, Brake, Elliott, Boulds, Mayor Walker – 7

NAYS: None – 0

ABSENT: Campbell - 1

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

Ordinance No. 7719. An Ordinance amending the Municipal Code of the City of Alton by the addition of Section 12 to Chapter 3 of Title 4 imposing a Municipal Cannabis Retailers’ Occupation Tax. Mrs. MacAfee made a motion, seconded by Mr. Boulds, that said ordinance be approved. The motion passed by the following vote:

AYES: MacAfee, Velloff, Smith, Brake, Elliott, Boulds – 6

NAYS: None – 0

ABSENT: Campbell - 1

SECOND READING OF ORDINANCES

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

Ordinance No. 7716. An Ordinance establishing no parking in front of 513 State Street. Mrs. MacAfee made a motion, seconded by Mr. Boulds, that said ordinance be adopted. The motion passed by the following vote:

AYES: MacAfee, Velloff, Smith, Brake, Elliott, Boulds – 6

NAYS: None – 0

ABSENT: Campbell - 1

Mayor Pro Tem MacAfee presented the following ordinance for second 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 adopted. The motion passed by the following vote:

AYES: MacAfee, Velloff, Smith, Brake, Elliott, Boulds – 6

NAYS: None – 0

ABSENT: Campbell - 1

REPORTS AND/OR RESOLUTIONS OF SPECIAL COMMITTEES

The Clerk presented the following Civil Service Commission, re: Minutes of September 4, 2019; Appearance Review Commission, re: Minutes of April 24, 2019; May 22, 2019; July 3, 2019; July 17, 2019; July 31, 2019; August 14, 2019; Alton Historic Commission, re: Minutes of May 7, 2019; May 21, 2019; June 4, 2019; July 2, 2019; July 16, 2019; July 29, 2019; August 6, 2019; August 9, 2019; August 20, 2019; September 3, 2019; Alton Plan Commission, re: Minutes of September 10, 2019. Mr. Boulds made a motion, seconded by Mrs. Elliott, that said minutes be placed on file. The Chair so ordered.

The Clerk presented the following resolution:

BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALTON, ILLINOIS that a special use permit be granted on the property identified by permanent parcel number 23-2- 08-07-06-102-045, Section 7, Township 5 North, Range 9 West of the Third Principal Meridian, also known as 1720 Main Street, Alton, Illinois, to occupy portion of existing commercial building as office for business of used vehicle sales with the following restrictions:

The petitioner intends to operate a boutique Used Vehicle Sales business on the subject property. Hildebrand Imports will occupy a portion of the existing commercial building as an office for used vehicle sales. No inventory for sale will be maintained on property. Office will maintain regular business hours and close at 5 pm. No construction or alterations to the existing building are proposed.

The anticipated hours of operation at the subject property at 9:00 A.M. until 5:00 P.M., Monday through Friday, with appointments only on Saturday. The business anticipates employing approximately one (1) individual. There is no inventory anticipated due to the fact that this is a boutique car buying operation.

No signage except attached to the building. No long-term storage of cars over 4 hours. No additional lighting.

Cars off the lot by 6:00 P.M.

Never more than two cars for sale on the lot. No maintenance of vehicles.

BE AND HEREBY IS APPROVED. Mr. Boulds made a motion, seconded by Mrs. Elliott, that said resolution be approved. The motion passed by the following vote:

AYES: MacAfee, Velloff, Smith, Brake, Elliott, Boulds – 6

NAYS: None – 0

ABSENT: Campbell - 1

The Clerk presented the following resolution:

BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALTON, ILLINOIS, that no special use permit shall be required for installation and maintenance of solar panels in the City except that a special use permit shall be required for installation and maintenance of solar panels on structures within a historical district or designated Landmark if the solar panel will be substantially visible from a public or right-of-way, BE AND HEREBY IS APPROVED. Mr. Boulds made a motion, seconded by Ms. Smith, that said resolution be approved. The motion passed by the following vote:

AYES: MacAfee, Velloff, Smith, Brake, Elliott, Boulds – 6

NAYS: None – 0

ABSENT: Campbell – 1

PUBLIC FORUM ADDRESSING CITY BUSINESS

Mayor Pro Tem MacAfee presented the following request for the floor from Thomas Hildebrand; Nick Pendergrass; Jeffrey Pfeifer. Mrs. MacAfee made a motion, seconded by Mr. Boulds, that requests be approved. The Chair so ordered.

Mr. Hildebrand took the floor and spoke regarding Special Use Permit for auto sales. Mr. Nick Pendergrass was not present to speak.

Mr. Pfeifer was not present to speak.

COMMENTS OR RESOLUTIONS FROM THE COUNCIL Mrs. MacAfee presented the following three (3) resolutions:

1. RESOLUTION TO COMMENCE WITH DEMOLITION PROCEEDINGS CONCERNING 269 Madison 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:

2. BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALTON, ILLINOIS that the attached Ordinance amending the number of Class D liquor licenses be considered.

3. WHEREAS, the Civil Service Commission has recommended modifications to the rules of the Civil Service Commission; and

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 Ms. Smith, that said resolutions be referred to the Committee of the Whole. The Chair so ordered.

Mr. Velloff presented the following resolution:

WHEREAS, the City Council approved a resolution at its regular meeting of August 14, 2019 authorizing the public works director to begin emergency procedures to stabilize the retaining wall on Riverview Drive immediately west of Park Drive; and

WHEREAS the public works director retained Justin Kleinschmidt of Sheppard Morgan and Schwab Inc. to conduct and engineering assessment of the options for a permanent solution to the destabilizing retaining wall on Riverview Drive; and

WHEREAS Justin Kleinschmidt has prepared a study of various options to be considered by the city for a permanent solution to the destabilizing retaining wall on Riverview Drive.

NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Alton, Illinois that the Comptroller, in association with Justin Kleinschmidt, solicit bids to complete the project described as Option No. _____________as outlined in the attached report from Sheppard Morgan and Schwab Inc. and

BE IT RESOLVED FURTHER RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Alton, Illinois that the Comptroller shall report the bids received along with a recommendation from Justin Kleinschmidt to the City Council for further action. Mr. Velloff made a motion, seconded by Mrs. MacAfee, 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 1613 Joesting 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:

2. RESOLUTION TO COMMENCE WITH DEMOLITION PROCEEDINGS CONCERNING 1321 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: 1321 Central Ave. 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 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 Professional Landscaping in the amount of $1,875.00 and Godfrey Stump Removal in the amount of $700.00 pursuant to the minutes and invoice attached. Mr. Brake made a motion, seconded by Mrs. Elliott, that said resolution be referred to the Committee of the Whole. The Chair so ordered.

Mr. Boulds presented the following resolution:

WHEREAS, the City of Alton, Illinois, a Municipal Corporation, is the owner of property as shown in the plat prepared by Sheppard, Morgan & Schwaab Inc. dated January 18, 1999, a copy of which is attached hereto; and

WHEREAS, the City of Alton, Illinois, did enter into a Lease Agreement with Mississippi Lime Co., a corporation, for the lease of said property on August 23, 1979; and

WHEREAS, Mississippi Lime Company assigned its interest in such Lease to Bluff City Minerals, LLC on December 23, 2002; and

WHEREAS, Bluff City Minerals, LLC and the City of Alton, desire to extend said lease.

NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALTON ILLINOIS THAT THE ATTACHED ORDINANCE BE CONSIDERED. Mr. Boulds made a motion, seconded by Mrs. Elliott, that said resolution be referred to the Committee of the Whole. The Chair so ordered.

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

1. WHEREAS, Alderwoman Smith has requested that Webster Street from the corner of Fletcher Street to Highland Street be closed on October 5, 2019, from 9:00 a.m. until 6:00 p.m. to facilitate Webster Temple’s Annual Fall Festival.

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 Webster Street from the corner of Hampton Street to Highland Street be closed on October 5, 2019, from 9:00 a.m. until 6:00 p.m.

2. WHEREAS, Eliot Gray, on behalf of Four Siblings LLC (Woodstock), has requested, that a street be closed on October 6, 2019, to facilitate a motorcycle 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 an alley way that appears to be a westerly extension of Adams Court between Ridge Street toward Henry Street on October 6, 2019, from 10:00 a.m. until 10:00 p.m. to facilitate a motorcycle party on the condition that Four Siblings LLC (Woodstock) shall be responsible for any extra labor costs incurred by the City as it relates to this event. Mr. Boulds made a motion, seconded by Ms. Smith, that the Rules of the Council be Suspended in order to act upon said resolutions. The motion passed by the following vote:

AYES: MacAfee, Velloff, Smith, Brake, Elliott, Boulds, Mayor Walker – 7

NAYS: None – 0

ABSENT: Campbell – 1

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: MacAfee, Velloff, Smith, Brake, Elliott, Boulds – 6

NAYS: None – 0

ABSENT: Campbell – 1

Mr. Boulds presented the following resolution:

WHEREAS, Mac Lenhardt has requested, that a portion of certain streets be closed on September 28, 2019 to facilitate a party for graduates of the 60’s in downtown Alton in the vicinity of Mac’s Time Out Lounge; and

WHEREAS, the City Council has considered the request 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 Belle Street from Third Street to Fourth Street on September 28, 2019 from 6:00 a.m. until September 29, 2019 at 6:00 a.m.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALTON, ILLINOIS that any extra labor costs incurred by the City as it relates to the implementation of this Resolution shall be reimbursed by Mac’s Timeout Lounge. Mr. Boulds made a motion, seconded by Mrs. Elliott, that the Rules of the Council be Suspended in order to act upon said resolution. The motion passed by the following vote:

AYES: MacAfee, Velloff, Smith, Brake, Elliott, Boulds, Mayor Walker – 7

NAYS: None – 0

ABSENT: Campbell – 1

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

AYES: MacAfee, Velloff, Smith, Brake, Elliott, Boulds – 6

NAYS: None – 0

ABSENT: Campbell – 1

Mr. Boulds presented the following resolution:

WHEREAS, the City and the Alton Community Unit School District #11 have determined that there exists a need for on-site police services at the Alton Middle School, MAC and Alton Elementary Schools to reduce the incident of criminal activity at or around the campus of the schools or at other location as determined by City after consultation and input from School; and

WHEREAS, the City has determined that it can provide the on-site police services that the City and School desire; and,

WHEREAS, the City and the School are authorized by the terms and provisions of the Intergovernmental Act, 5 ILCS 220/1 ET seq. to enter into intergovernmental agreements, ventures and undertakings to perform jointly any governmental purposes or undertaking either of them could do singularly; and,

WHEREAS, the School is desirous of contracting with City to obtain and provide police services in and for the School District.

NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALTON, ILLINOIS that the Mayor and appropriate officials are hereby authorized and directed to execute on behalf of the City of Alton the attached.

INTERGOVERNMENTAL AGREEMENT FOR CONTRACT POLICE SERVICES. Mr. Boulds made a motion, seconded by Ms. Smith, that the Rules of the Council be Suspended in order to act upon said resolution. The motion passed by the following vote:

AYES: MacAfee, Velloff, Smith, Brake, Elliott, Boulds, Mayor Walker - 7

NAYS: None - 0

ABSENT: Campbell – 1

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

AYES: MacAfee, Velloff, Smith, Brake, Elliott, Boulds – 6

NAYS: None – 0

ABSENT: Campbell – 1

Mr. Boulds made a motion, seconded by Mrs. Elliott, that the Rules of the Council be Suspended in order to act upon Ordinance No. 7720 – An Ordinance granting a special use permit to allow the operation of a used car lot at 1720 Main, Alton, Illinois. The motion passed by the following vote:

AYES: MacAfee, Velloff, Smith, Brake, Elliott, Boulds, Mayor Walker – 7

NAYS: None – 0

ABSENT: Campbell – 1

The Clerk presented the following ordinance for first reading:

Ordinance No. 7720. An Ordinance granting a special use permit to allow the operation of used car lot at 1720 Main, Alton, Illinois.

The Clerk presented the following ordinance for second reading.

Ordinance No. 7720. An Ordinance granting a special use permit to allow the operation of a used car lot at 1720 Main, Alton, Illinois. Mr. Boulds made a motion, seconded by Mrs. Elliott, that said ordinance be adopted. The motion passed by the following vote:

AYES: MacAfee, Velloff, Smith, Brake, Elliott, Boulds – 6

NAYS: None – 0

ABSENT: Campbell – 1

Mr. Boulds presented the following resolution:

WHEREAS, the Comptroller of the City of Alton has requested certain changes to the current budget of the City of Alton previously approved by the City Council of the City of Alton; and

WHEREAS, those changes or amendments appear to be necessary and appropriate to perform the functions of the City of Alton.

NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALTON, ILLINOIS, that the attached Amendment to Ordinance No. 7699 be considered. Mr. Boulds made a motion, seconded by Ms. Smith, that the Rules of the Council be Suspended in order act on said resolution. The motion passed by the following vote:

AYES: MacAfee, Smith, Brake, Elliott, Boulds, Mayor Walker – 6

NAYS: Velloff – 1

ABSENT: Campbell – 1

Mr. Boulds made a motion, seconded by Ms. Smith, that the above and foregoing resolution be approved. The motion passed by the following vote:

AYES: MacAfee, Smith, Brake, Elliott, Boulds – 5

NAYS: Velloff – 1

ABSENT: Campbell – 1

Mr. Boulds made a motion, seconded by Ms. Smith, that the Rules of the Council be Suspended to act upon said First Amendment to Ordinance No. 7699. An Ordinance making an annual appropriation for the City of Alton, in the County of Madison, State of Illinois, for the fiscal year beginning April 1, 2019, and ending March 31, 2020. The motion passed by the following vote:

AYES: MacAfee, Velloff, Smith, Brake, Boulds, Mayor Walker – 6

NAYS: Elliott – 1

ABSENT: Campbell – 1

The Clerk presented the following ordinance for first reading.

The Clerk presented the following ordinance for second reading.

First Amendment to Ordinance No. 7699. An Ordinance making an annual appropriation for the City of Alton, in the County of Madison, State of Illinois, for the fiscal year beginning April 1, 2019, and ending March 31, 2020. Mr. Boulds made a motion, seconded by Ms. Smith, that said Ordinance be adopted. The motion passed by the following vote:

AYES: MacAfee, Smith, Brake, Boulds – 4

NAYS: Velloff, Elliott – 2

ABSENT: Campbell – 1

Mr. Boulds made a motion, seconded by Mrs. MacAfee, that the Rules of the Council be Suspended in order to act on said Ordinance No. 7721. An Ordinance amending Title 11 of the City Code pertaining to small solar energy systems. The motion passed by the following vote:

AYES: MacAfee, Velloff, Smith, Brake, Elliott, Boulds, Mayor Walker - 7

NAYS: None – 0

ABSENT: Campbell – 1

The Clerk presented the following ordinance for first reading.

Ordinance No. 7721. An Ordinance amending Title 11 of the City Code pertaining to small solar energy systems.

The Clerk presented the following ordinance for second reading.

Ordinance No. 7721. An Ordinance amending Title 11 of the City Code pertaining to small solar energy systems. Mr. Boulds made a motion, seconded by Mrs. MacAfee, that said ordinance be adopted. The motion passed by the following vote:

AYES: MacAfee, Velloff, Smith, Brake, Elliott, Boulds – 6

NAYS: None – 0

ABSENT: Campbell - 1

Mr. Boulds presented the following resolution:

WHEREAS, the Comptroller has requested permission to solicit bids for the purchase of three (3) 2019 Ford Escape Front Wheel Drive Equipment Group 100A vehicles pursuant to bid specifications to be submitted by the Comptroller.

NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Alton, Illinois that the Comptroller is hereby authorized to solicit bids for the purchase of three (3) 2019 Ford Escape Front Wheel Drive Equipment Group 100A vehicles one being for use of the IT department and the other two being for the use of the Building & Zoning Department. Mr. Boulds made a motion, seconded by Ms. Smith, that the Rules of the Council be Suspended in order to act on said resolution. The motion passed by the following vote:

AYES: MacAfee, Velloff, Smith, Brake, Elliott, Boulds, Mayor Walker – 7

NAYS: None – 0

ABSENT: Campbell – 1

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

AYES: MacAfee, Smith, Brake, Elliott, Boulds – 5

NAYS: Velloff – 1

ABSENT: Campbell – 1

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: MacAfee, Velloff, Smith, Brake, Elliott, Boulds – 6

NAYS: None – 0

ABSENT: Campbell – 1

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