The Alton City Council met Wednesday, May 25.
The Alton City Council is charged with reviewing all of the city's ordinances and amendments, along with approving the city’s budget, expenditures and bid awards. Members meet at 7:30 p.m. every second and fourth Wednesday.
Here are the meeting minutes as provided by the Alton City Council:
CITY OF ALTON
ALTON CITY COUNCIL
MAY 25, 2016
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 7:30 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: Ryan, MacAfee, Velloff, Brake, Fleming, Boulds – 6
ABSENT: Martin - 1
Mayor Walker called upon Alderman Ryan to lead the Pledge to the Flag.
The Mayor presented a proclamation to representatives of the ABATE declaring the month of May, 2016 to be “Motorcycle Awareness Month” in the City of Alton, Illinois.
COUNCIL MINUTES, COMMUNICATIONS AND REPORT OF OFFICERS
The Clerk presented the following Council Meeting Minutes of May 11, 2016 and the following Communications: Republic Services, re: Solid Waste and Recycle Volumes for the month of April, 2016; Illinois Department of Transportation, re: Grants the City of Alton permission for the purpose of holding a Memorial Day Parade on May 30, 2016; Office of the Attorney General, re: Certification of Completion OMA 2016 Training FOIA Officer Matthew H. Asselmeier; Office of the Attorney General, re: Certificate of Completion FOIA 2016 Training Matthew H. Asselmeier; Debra D. Ming-Mendoza, County Clerk, re: Hunterstown TIF and the following Report of Officers: Animal Control Officer, re: Monthly Report for April, 2016; Comptroller, re: Overtime Analysis for April, 2016. Mr. Ryan made a motion, seconded by Mr. Boulds, that said Minutes, Communications and Report of Officers be placed on file. The motion passed by the following vote:
AYES: Ryan, MacAfee, Velloff, Brake, Fleming, Boulds – 6
NAYS: None – 0
ABSENT: Martin – 1
COMMITTEE REPORT
Chairman Fleming presented the following Committee of the Whole Meeting Report for May 23, 2016; Resolution, re: Discount and Special Bills Paid; Laid Over Resolution, re: City Council consider a Budget and Appropriation Ordinance No. 7520; Resolution, re: Redevelopment agreement with Gross Realty, LLC; Resolution, re: Portion of certain streets be closed to facilitate the All Wheels Drive-In Car Show; Resolution, re: Parking lot located between Henry Street and Landmarks Boulevard be used for the Alton Farmers and Artisans Market; Resolution, re: Redevelopment agreement with Alton Winnelson Co.; Resolution, re: College Avenue between Rock Spring Drive and Holman be honorably named as “Eunice Smith
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Memorial Drive”; Resolution, re: City Treasurer is hereby authorized and directed to make payment from the Oriental Garden Fund; Bid Report and Resolution, re: Bid #2016 – 15, Demolition of 1310 Washington Avenue. Mr. Fleming made a motion, seconded by Mr. Boulds, that said report be placed on file. The motion passed by the following vote:
AYES: Ryan, MacAfee, Velloff, Brake, Fleming, Boulds – 6
NAYS: None – 0
ABSENT: Martin - 1
Mr. Fleming 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 May 23, 2016 be allowed and payment be made for same. Mr. Fleming made a motion, seconded by Mr. Boulds, that said resolution be approved. The motion passed by the following vote:
AYES: Ryan, MacAfee, Velloff, Brake, Fleming, Boulds – 6
NAYS: None – 0
ABSENT: Martin - 1
Mr. Fleming presented the following amended resolution:
BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Alton, Madison County, Illinois, that the City Council consider a Budget and Appropriation Ordinance No. 7520 in substantially the form as attached hereto for the fiscal year commencing on the 1st day of April, 2016 and ending on the 31st day of March, 2017. Mr. Fleming made a motion, seconded by Mr. Boulds, that said resolution be approved. The motion passed by the following vote:
AYES: Ryan, MacAfee, Velloff, Brake, Boulds – 5
NAYS: Fleming – 1
ABSENT: Martin - 1
Mr. Fleming presented the following resolution:
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALTON, ILLINOIS, that the Mayor is hereby authorized and directed to execute the attached redevelopment agreement with Gross Realty, LLC, pursuant to the terms of the Alton Tax Increment Finance Grant Program. Mr. Fleming made motion, seconded by Mr. Boulds, that said resolution be approved. The motion passed by the following vote:
AYES: Ryan, MacAfee, Velloff, Brake, Fleming, Boulds – 6
NAYS: None – 0
ABSENT: Martin - 1
Mr. Fleming presented the following resolution:
WHEREAS, Alderman James Ryan has requested, that a portion of certain streets be closed on June 12, 2016 from 7:00 a.m. until 4:30 p.m., to facilitate the All Wheels Drive-In Car Show; and
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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 on June 12, 2016 from 7:00 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. of the portions of the following streets and City owned properties as specified below:
Third Street from Piasa Street to State Street
State Street from Broadway to Fourth Street
Belle Street from Third Street to Fourth Street
Fourth Street from Piasa to Belle Street
The two parking lots adjacent to Third Street
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 Alton Main Street. Mr. Fleming made a motion, seconded by Mr. Ryan, that said resolution be approved. The motion passed by the following vote:
AYES: Ryan, MacAfee, Velloff, Brake, Fleming, Boulds – 6
NAYS: None – 0
ABSENT: Martin – 1
Mr. Fleming presented the following resolution:
WHEREAS, Alderman James Ryan has requested, that the parking lot located between Henry Street and Landmarks Boulevard be used on Wednesday’s from 4:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. and on Saturday’s from 8:00 a.m. until 12:00 p.m. beginning June 4, 2016 and ending October 15, 2016, for the Alton Farmers and Artisans Market; 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 use for Alton Farmers and Artisans Market of the parking lot located at the southwest corner of Henry Street and Landmarks Boulevard on the dates and times as specified below:
June 8, 15, 22, 29, 2016 from 4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
June 4, 11, 18, 25, 2016 from 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
July 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, 2016 from 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
July 6, 13, 20, 27, 2016 from 4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
August 6, 13, 20, 27, 2016 from 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
August 3, 10, 17, 24, 31, 2016 from 4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
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September 3, 10, 17, 24, 2016 from 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
September 7, 14, 21, 28, 2016 from 4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
October 8, 15, 2016 from 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
October 5, 12, 2016 from 4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.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 Alton Main Street. Mr. Fleming made a motion, seconded by Mr. Ryan, that said resolution be approved. The motion passed by the following vote:
AYES: Ryan, MacAfee, Velloff, Brake, Fleming, Boulds – 6
NAYS: None - 0
ABSENT: Martin – 1
Mr. Fleming presented the following resolution:
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALTON, ILLINOIS, that the Mayor is hereby authorized and directed to execute the attached redevelopment agreement with Alton Winnelson Co., pursuant to the terms of the Alton Tax Increment Finance Grant Program. Mr. Fleming made a motion, seconded by Mr. Velloff, that said resolution be approved. The motion passed by the following vote:
AYES: Ryan, MacAfee, Velloff, Brake, Fleming, Boulds – 6
NAYS: None – 0
ABSENT: Martin – 1
Mr. Fleming presented the following resolution:
WHEREAS, Alderwoman Martin has requested that College Avenue between Rock Spring Drive and Holman be honorably designated as “Eunice Smith Memorial Drive” and that appropriate signage be placed prior to October 1, 2016; 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 College Avenue between Rock Spring Drive and Holman be honorably named as “Eunice Smith Memorial Drive” and that appropriate signage be placed prior to October 1, 2016. Mr. Fleming made a motion, seconded by Mr. Ryan, that said resolution be approved. The motion passed by the following vote:
AYES: Ryan, MacAfee, Velloff, Brake, Fleming, Boulds – 6
NAYS: None – 0
ABSENT: Martin – 1
Mr. Fleming presented the following resolution:
WHEREAS, the City of Alton holds the Oriental Garden Fund; and
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WHEREAS, the Oriental Garden Committee at its April 28, 2106, meeting recommended approval of a payment to the Benjaimin Chu in the amount of $180.00 for work performed at the Oriental Garden.
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 Oriental Garden Fund to: Benjaimin Chu in the amount of $180.00 pursuant to the minutes attached hereto. Mr. Fleming made a motion, seconded by Mr. Boulds, that said resolution be approved. The motion passed by the following vote:
AYES: Ryan, MacAfee, Velloff, Brake, Fleming, Boulds – 6
NAYS: None – 0
ABSENT: Martin – 1
Mr. Fleming presented the following resolution:
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALTON IL, that the best bid of G L Warren Construction Inc. for demolition of 1310 Washington Avenue in the amount of $8,766.00 be awarded for Bid #2016 – 15 for the Building & Zoning Department.
Mr. Fleming made a motion, seconded by Mr. Brake, that said resolution be approved. The motion passed by the following vote:
AYES: Ryan, MacAfee, Velloff, Brake, Fleming, Boulds – 6
NAYS: None – 0
ABSENT: Martin – 1
SECOND READING OF ORDINANCES
Mayor Pro Tem Ryan presented the following ordinance for second reading. Ordinance No. 7521. An Ordinance amending Ordinance No. 7275, related to parking in the vicinity of City Hall. Mr. Ryan made a motion, seconded by Mr. Boulds, that said ordinance be adopted. The motion passed by the following vote:
AYES: Ryan, MacAfee, Velloff, Brake, Fleming, Boulds – 6
NAYS: None – 0
ABSENT: Martin – 1
Mayor Pro Tem Ryan presented the following ordinance for second reading. Ordinance No. 7522. An Ordinance ascertaining the prevailing rate of wages for Laborers, Workmen, and Mechanics employed on Public Works for the City of Alton, Illinois. Mr. Ryan made a motion, seconded by Mr. Boulds, that said ordinance be adopted. The motion passed by the following vote:
AYES: Ryan, MacAfee, Velloff, Brake, Fleming, Boulds – 6
NAYS: None – 0
ABSENT: Martin – 1
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Mayor Pro Tem Ryan presented the following ordinance for second reading. Ordinance No. 7523. An Ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance concerning Permitted Uses by adding Kidney Dialysis Centers. Mr. Ryan made a motion, seconded by Mr. Boulds, that said ordinance be adopted. The motion passed by the following vote:
AYES: Ryan, MacAfee, Velloff, Brake, Fleming, Boulds – 6
NAYS: None – 0
ABSENT: Martin – 1
REPORTS AND/OR RESOLUTIONS OF SPECIAL COMMITTEES
The Clerk presented the following Alton Historic Commission, re: Minutes of May 3, 2016; Park and Recreation Commissions, re: Minutes of March 15, 2016 and April 19, 2016; Alton Amphitheater Commission, re: Minutes of April 18, 2016, Mr. Ryan made a motion, seconded by Mr. Boulds, that said minutes be placed on file. The motion passed by the following vote:
AYES: Ryan, MacAfee, Velloff, Brake, Fleming, Boulds – 6
NAYS: None – 0
ABSENT: Martin – 1
APPOINTMENTS
Mayor Walker presented the following appointment of Jarvis Swope to the IT Department. Mr. Ryan made a motion, seconded by Mr. Boulds, that said appointment be approved. The motion passed by the following vote:
AYES: Ryan, MacAfee, Velloff, Brake, Fleming, Boulds – 6
NAYS: None – 0
ABSENT: Martin – 1
APPROVAL OF ACTIONS TAKEN UNDER SUSPENSION OF RULES
AT PRIOR MEETING
The Clerk presented the following four (4) resolutions:
1. BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALTON, ILLINOIS, that a public hearing be held before the City Council at its regular meeting of June 8, 2016, pursuant to 65 ILCS 5/11-91-1 and Alton City Code 6-1-8, to consider the vacation of a portion of an unnamed alley between Joesting Avenue and Washington Avenue as legally described on the attached legal description and map, with the real estate to accrue to the adjacent parcel owned by Stonebriar Townhomes LLC; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the City Clerk shall publish notice of the public hearing with regard to this matter at the earliest possible date.
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2. WHEREAS, Alderwoman Martin has requested that Riley Avenue between Johnson and Della Streets be closed on Saturday, May 28, 2016 from 2:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m. to facilitate a Unity in the Community function; 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 Avenue between Johnson and Della Streets on Saturday, May 28, 2016 from 2:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m.
3. WHEREAS, SS. Peter & Paul church has requested, that Dry Street from its intersection with State Street to 9th Street be closed on Friday, May 13, 2016 and Saturday May 14, 2016 from 3:00 p.m. until 12:00 a.m. to facilitate the SS Peter & Paul Spring Fling fundraiser. 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 Dry Street from its intersection with State Street to 9th Street on Friday, May 13, 2016 and Saturday May 14, 2016 from 3:00 p.m. until 12:00 a.m. to facilitate the SS Peter & Paul Spring Fling fundraiser on the condition that SS Peter & Paul be responsible for any extra labor costs incurred by the City as it relates to this event.
4. WHEREAS, the structure currently located on the property commonly known as 1315-1317 State Street, Alton, Illinois is found to constitute a dangerous and unsafe structure necessary or appropriate to be acquired by the City of Alton for the rehabilitation or redevelopment of the area near said property which is currently blighted by the substandard structure located upon said property; and WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Alton has determined that it is appropriate to acquire said property and demolish the substandard structure located thereon in an effort to contribute to the viability of the surrounding residential neighborhood; and WHEREAS, by purchase of the aforesaid property by the City of Alton demolition will be accomplished far more promptly than will the pursuit of a Complaint for Demolition.
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 purchase the property commonly known at 1315-1317 State Street, Alton, Illinois at a total purchase price not to exceed $10,000.00 together with any appropriate and customary costs
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incurred by a purchaser in connection with the closing of a real estate transaction in Madison County, Illinois.
Mr. Ryan made a motion, seconded by Mr. Boulds, that said resolutions be approved. The motion passed by the following vote:
AYES: Ryan, MacAfee, Velloff, Brake, Fleming, Boulds – 6
NAYS: None – 0
ABSENT: Martin – 1
PUBLIC FORUM ADDRESSING CITY BUSINESS
Mayor Pro Tem Ryan presented the following request for the floor from Margaret Freer, Eric Zyung and Cedric Hampton. Mr. Ryan made a motion, seconded by Mr. Boulds, that said request be approved.
Mrs. Freer took the floor and spoke, re: Alton United Soccer Team would like to hold Tournaments in Alton at Gordon Moore Park, but the fields are not in good shape.
Mr. Zyung took the floor and spoke, re: Alton United trying to increase member and to fix the condition of soccer fields at Gordon Moore Park.
Mr. Hampton took the floor and spoke, re: As a concerned citizen regarding the safety of the City of Alton and re: Belle Meadows Apts.
At this time, Mayor Walker granted Josh Young to request the floor to speak.
Mr. Young took the floor and spoke, re: Belle Meadows relocation.
COMMENTS OR RESOLUTIONS FROM THE CITY COUNCIL
Mr. Ryan presented the following four (4) resolutions:
1. BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALTON, ILLINOIS, that officials of the Dept. of Development & Housing are hereby authorized and directed to accept transfer of real property identified by Parcel Index Number(s): 23-2-07-11-19-401-040, commonly known as 26 E. 6th St., subject to appropriate title search and review.
2. WHEREAS, the City of Alton proposes to apply for funding from the 2016 Illinois Transportation Enhancement Program (ITEP) for the rehabilitation of Williams Street which is a brick street in the Christian Hill Historic District; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALTON, ILLINOIS, that the Mayor and other appropriate City officials are hereby authorized and directed to complete the above listed ITEP application in accordance with all applicable rules and regulations of the Federal Highway Administration and the Illinois Department of Transportation; and
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BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that if the ITEP grant is awarded, the City of Alton will fund the local share of project costs as required to complete the project.
3. WHEREAS, in connection with the city budget for fiscal year 2016 – 2017 the administration has recommended changes to the sick leave policies of the City of Alton with regard to persons hired after July 1, 2016, including providing that such persons will not be afforded the opportunity to sell back unused sick days on an annual basis; and WHEREAS, such changes require an amendment to Chapter 11 of the City Code of the City of Alton.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALTON ILLINOIS THAT the attached ordinance be considered.
4. WHEREAS, the Parks and Recreation Commission of the City of Alton desires to hold special events in cooperation with Alton Casino LLC on the dates of major events at the Alton Amphitheater which special events shall include the outdoor sale of food and alcoholic beverages to promote tourism and the use of Alton Parks; and
WHEREAS, the sale of alcoholic beverages on City of Alton property, requires a variance from the Alton City Council.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALTON, ILLINOIS, that the following special events be and are hereby approved pursuant to City of Alton Code 4-4-9 and a variance is hereby granted for sale and distribution of alcoholic liquors on public property:
Alton Parks and Recreation Commission shall be entitled to cooperate with Alton Casino LLC to permit the sale of alcoholic liquor in Alton Riverfront Park in the area now utilized for valet parking at Alton Casino LLC on the following dates:
July 16, 2016 from 4:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m.
July 23, 2016 from 4:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m.
September 9, 2016 from 4:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m.
Mr. Ryan made a motion, seconded by Mr. Velloff, that said resolutions be referred to the Committee of the Whole. The Chair so ordered.
Mr. Velloff presented presented the following two (2) resolutions:
1. BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALTON, ILLINOIS, that the Mayor is hereby authorized and directed to execute the attached redevelopment agreement with IGS Investment Properties, LLC, pursuant to the terms of the Alton Tax Increment Finance Grant Program.
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2. WHEREAS, Bethesda Temple Church of Alton desires to lease 513 Spring Street, Alton, Illinois, which is a vacant lot owned by the City of Alton to maintain the lot and have a small garden; and WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Alton finds and determines that said portions of City owned property are not currently necessary or required for any municipal purposes and therefore it is appropriate for said lease to be continued.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALTON, ILLINOIS, that the Mayor and appropriate officials of the City of Alton, Illinois are hereby authorized and directed to sign on behalf of the City of Alton, the attached Lease Agreement with Bethesda Temple Church of Alton.
Mr. Velloff made a motion, seconded by Mr. Ryan, that said resolutions be referred to the Committee of the Whole. The Chair so ordered.
Mr. Boulds presented the following two (2) resolutions:
1. BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALTON ILLINOIS THAT the Corporation Counselor of the City of Alton to hereby authorized to accept the attached GRANT OF EASEMENT on behalf of the City of Alton and that the City Clerk be and is hereby authorized and directed to file the original GRANT OF EASEMENT with the Recorder of Deeds Office, Madison County, Illinois.
2. WHEREAS, the Police Department of the City of Alton, Illinois, desires to purchase Three (3) Ford Explorer SUV and One (1) Ford Taurus Police Sedan, from Victory Lane Ford, Litchfield, Illinois; and
WHEREAS, the vehicles are to be purchased at the price of $28,441.00 per Ford Explorer SUV and $27,200.00 per Ford Taurus Police Sedan.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALTON, ILLINOIS, that the Police Chief is hereby authorized and directed to sign and execute any and all documents necessary to purchase Three (3) Ford Explorer SUV and One (1) Ford Taurus Police Sedan, from Victory Lane Ford, Litchfield, Illinois.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Police Chief is hereby authorized and directed to finance said purchases by way of a 48 month Lease/Purchase Agreement with Liberty Bank of Alton, Illinois for the lease/purchase of said vehicles with an interest rate not to exceed 1.9% per annum; and that the Mayor, Comptroller, Police Chief or any other appropriate city official are further authorized to sign any documents related to said lease/purchase of said vehicles. Mr. Boulds made a motion, seconded by Mr. Ryan, that the Rules of the Council be Suspended in order to act upon said resolutions. The motion passed by the following vote:
AYES: Ryan, MacAfee, Velloff, Brake, Fleming, Boulds, Mayor Walker – 7
NAYS: None – 0
ABSENT: Martin – 1
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Mr. Boulds made a motion, seconded by Mr. Ryan, that the above and foregoing resolutions be approved. The motion passed by the following vote:
AYES: Ryan, MacAfee, Velloff, Brake, Fleming, Boulds – 6
NAYS: None – 0
ABSENT: Martin – 1
EXECUTIVE SESSION
Mr. Boulds made a motion, seconded by Mr.Ryan, that we go to executive session to discuss collective bargaining issues with the Attorneys, Police Chief, Fire Chief, Personnel Director, Comptroller, Council Coordinator, and Treasurer requested to attend. The motion passed by the following vote:
AYES: Ryan, MacAfee, Velloff, Brake, Fleming, Boulds – 6
NAYS: None – 0
ABSENT: Martin – 1
The Council adjourned into Executive Session at 8:04 p.m.
The Council reconvened to open session at 8:32 p.m.
The Council Members present on call of the roll:
PRESENT: Ryan, MacAfee, Velloff, Brake, Fleming, Boulds – 6
ABSENT: Martin – 1
Mr. Boulds presented the following resolution:
WHEREAS, the Mayor, Chief of Police and Personnel Director have recommended approval of the agreement between the City of Alton, Illinois and the Police Benevolent and Protective Association Unit #14 covering the command staff of the City of Alton police department; and
WHEREAS, the City Council was advised of the pertinent terms and conditions of said contract in executive session of the regular meeting of the City Council of May 25, 2016 and all questions were satisfactorily answered with regard thereto.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALTON, ILLINOIS, that the Mayor, Police Chief and all other appropriate officials of the City of Alton, Illinois are hereby authorized and directed to execute on behalf of the City of Alton,
THE AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF ALTON, ALTON, ILLINOIS AND THE POLICE BENEVOLENT AND PROTECTIVE ASSOCIATION UNIT #14 attached hereto and made a part hereof. Mr. Boulds made a motion, seconded by Mr. Ryan, that the Rules of the Council be Suspended in order to act upon said resolution. The motion passed by the following vote:
AYES: Ryan, MacAfee, Velloff, Brake, Fleming, Boulds, Mayor Walker - 7
NAYS: None – 0
ABSENT: Martin – 1
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Mr. Boulds made a motion, seconded by Mr. Ryan, that the above and foregoing resolution be approved. The motion passed by the following vote:
AYES: Ryan, MacAfee, Velloff, Brake, Fleming, Boulds – 6
NAYS: None – 0
ABSENT: Martin – 1
There being no further business to come before the Council at this time. Mr. Boulds made a motion, seconded by Mr. Fleming, that the meeting adjourn. The motion passed by the following vote:
AYES: Ryan, MacAfee, Velloff, Brake, Fleming, Boulds – 6
NAYS: None – 0
ABSENT: Martin – 1
______________________________
Mary T. Boulds MMC
City Clerk
(Seal of the City of Alton)
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