The Alton City Council met Jan. 11 to accept donated shuttles.
Here are the meeting's minutes, as provided by the council:
CITY OF ALTON
ALTON CITY COUNCIL
JANUARY 11, 2017
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: Ryan, MacAfee, Velloff, Smith, Brake, Fleming, Boulds – 7
ABSENT: None – 0
Mayor Walker called upon Alderwoman Smith to lead the Pledge to the Flag.
COUNCIL MINUTES, COMMUNICATIONS AND REPORT OF OFFICERS
The Clerk presented the following Council Meeting Minutes of December 21, 2016 and
the following Communications: AFSCME, re: Fair share rates (full and part time) for Local
3388; AFSCME, re: Union dues rates for Members (full and part time) and the Fair Share rates
(full and part time) for AFSCME Local 3388; Debra D. Ming-Mendoza, County Clerk, re:
Property annexed by the City of Alton for tax year 2016 City of Alton Ordinance No. 7533;
William T. Ambrose, Supervisor Foster Township, re: Senate Bill 465 creating Public Act 94-
0529 for property annexed by the City of Alton and the following Report of Officers:
Comptroller, re: Overtime Analysis for October, 2016 and November, 2016; Animal Control
Officer, re: Monthly Report for the months of June – November, 2016; Department of Building
and Zoning, re: Monthly Report for December, 2016; Department of Building and Zoning, re:
Annual Report for July 16, 2016 to December 30, 2016; Matthew H. Asselmeier, Deputy
Director of Development and Housing, re: Informing Office of the Attorney General of no longer
the Freedom of Information Act Officer and the Open Meetings Act Officer for the City of
Alton; Alton Fire Department, re: Estimated Fire Loss for December, 2016; Alton Fire
Department, re: Monthly Fire Damage Report to Assessor’s Office for December, 2016; Alton
Fire Department, re: Largest Single Fire Loss for December, 2016. Mr. Boulds made a motion,
seconded by Mr. Ryan, that said reports be placed on file. The motion passed by the following
vote:
AYES: Ryan, MacAfee, Velloff, Smith, Brake, Fleming, Boulds – 7
NAYS: None – 0
COMMITTEE REPORT
Chairman Boulds presented the following Committee of the Whole Meeting Report for
January 9, 2017; Resolution, re: Discount and Special Bills paid; Resolution, re: Officials and
agents are hereby authorized to pursue appropriate legal action against such properties in the
Circuit Court 1812 Ervay; Resolution, re: City Clerk was authorized and directed to advertise for
sale surplus real property identified as 210 Lampert St.; Amended Resolution, re: Attached
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ordinance be considered providing for the payment of only one fee for multiple regulatory
certificates or liquor licenses for the same location; Resolution, re: 2017 MFT Maintenance
Program (Alton MFT Section 17-00000-00-GM). Mr. Boulds made a motion, seconded by Mr.
Fleming, that said report be placed on file. The Chair so ordered.
Mr. Boulds 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 January 9, 2017 be allowed and payment be
made for same. Mr. Boulds made a motion, seconded by Mr. Fleming, that said resolution be
approved. The motion passed by the following vote:
AYES: Ryan, MacAfee, Velloff, Smith, Brake, Fleming, Boulds – 7
NAYS: None – 0
Mr. Boulds presented the following resolution:
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:
1812 Ervay
Mr. Boulds made a motion, seconded by Mr. Ryan, that said resolution be approved. The
motion passed by the following vote:
AYES: Ryan, MacAfee, Velloff, Smith, Brake, Fleming, Boulds – 7
NAYS: None – 0
Mr. Boulds presented the following resolution:
WHEREAS, the City Clerk was authorized and directed to advertise for sale surplus real
property identified as 210 Lampert St,; and
WHEREAS, proposals were received and publicly opened at the regular meeting of the
Alton City Council on November 22, 2016;
NOW THEREFORE 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 convey title to the aforementioned surplus property for the expressed
consideration of $500.00. Mr. Boulds made a motion, seconded by Ms. Smith, that said
resolution be approved. The motion passed by the following vote:
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AYES: Ryan, MacAfee, Velloff, Smith, Brake, Fleming, Boulds – 7
NAYS: None – 0
Mr. Boulds presented the following amended resolution:
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALTON, ILLINOIS,
that the attached ordinance be considered providing for the payment of only one fee for multiple
regulatory certificates or liquor licenses for the same location. Mr. Boulds made a motion,
seconded by Mr. Fleming, that said amended resolution be approved. The motion passed by the
following vote:
AYES: Ryan, MacAfee, Velloff, Smith, Brake, Fleming, Boulds – 7
NAYS: None – 0
Mr. Boulds presented the following resolution:
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALTON, ILLINOIS
that the material proposals submitted by the following companies be and are hereby accepted for
the 2017 MFT Maintenance Program (Alton MFT Section 17-00000-00-GM):
Group 1 – Bituminous Patching Material (UPM):
Asphalt Sales and Products
Group 2 – Hot-Mix Asphalt Surface Course:
Mahoney Asphalt
Group 4 – Seal Coat Aggregate (Crushed Slag):
Beelman Logistics
Group 5 – Coarse Aggregate (Crushed Stone):
Bluff City Minerals
Group 6 – Stone Riprap:
Bluff City Minerals
Group 7 – Fine Aggregate (Sand):
Bluff City Minerals
Group 8 – Concrete Materials:
Kienstra Illinois
Mr. Boulds made a motion, seconded by Mr. Fleming, that said resolution be approved. The
motion passed by the following vote:
AYES: Ryan, MacAfee, Velloff, Smith, Brake, Fleming, Boulds – 7
NAYS: None – 0
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SECOND READING OF ORDINANCES
Mayor Pro Tem Ryan presented the following ordinance for second reading.
Ordinance No. 7555. An Ordinance amending the Traffic Code of the City of Alton,
Illinois, to establish a stop sign on Putnam Street at its intersection with Garden Street. Mr. Ryan
made a motion, seconded by Ms. Smith, that said ordinance be adopted. The motion passed by
the following vote:
AYES: Ryan, MacAfee, Velloff, Smith, Brake, Fleming, Boulds – 7
NAYS: None – 0
REPORTS AND/OR RESOLUTIONS OF SPECIAL COMMITTEES
The Clerk presented the following Alton Amphitheater Commission, re: Minutes of
October 17, 2016; Civil Service Commission, re: Minutes of December 7, 2016 and Minutes of
December 21, 2016. Mr. Boulds made a motion, seconded by Mr. Ryan, that said minutes be
placed on file. The motion passed by the following vote:
AYES: Ryan, MacAfee, Velloff, Smith, Brake, Fleming, Boulds – 7
NAYS: None – 0
APPROVAL OF ACTIONS TAKEN UNDER SUSPENSION OF RULES
AT PRIOR MEETING
The Clerk presented the following Resolution:
WHEREAS, the ALTON REGIONAL CONVENTION & VISITORS BUREAU has a
shuttles that they no longer need and would like to donate said shuttle to the City of Alton for use
by the Alton Park and Recreation Department;
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Alton believes it in the best interest of the
City of Alton to accept said shuttle for use by the Alton Park and Recreation Department; and
WHEREAS, ALTON REGIONAL CONVENTION & VISITORS BUREAU and the
City of Alton, hereby determine a fair compensation to be charged to the City of Alton, for the
below listed shuttle is One Dollar ($1.00).
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 and accept delivery of a 2005 FORD E450 / VIN: 1FDXE45565HB44786
from the ALTON REGIONAL CONVENTION & VISITORS BUREAU to the City of Alton,
Illinois for One Dollar ($1.00) and upon the condition and understanding that said shuttle is
transferred “as is” without any warranties of any nature, including any warranty of fitness for any
particular purpose.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Mayor is hereby authorized and directed to
execute on behalf of the City of Alton the attached VEHICLE LIABILITY RELEASE.
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Mr. Ryan made a motion, seconded by Mr. Boulds, that said resolution be approved. The
motion passed by the following vote:
AYES: Ryan, MacAfee, Velloff, Smith, Brake, Fleming, Boulds – 7
NAYS: None – 0
PUBLIC FORUM ADDRESSING CITY BUSINESS
Mayor Pro Tem Ryan presented the following request for the floor from Andrew Geisler,
Patrick Riney and Joshua Young. Mr. Ryan made a motion, seconded by Mr. Velloff, that said
request be approved.
Andrew Giesler and Patrick Riney took the floor along with the Cub Scout Den Pack
3073 and spoke, re: New playground for Gordon Moore Park.
Joshua Young took the floor and spoke, re: Previously discussed infrastructure regarding
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th Ward.
COMMENTS OR RESOLUTIONS FROM THE COUNCIL
Mr. Ryan presented the following seven (7) resolutions:
1. WHEREAS, representatives of Cutting Edge Lawn Service have requested the renewal of
their existing contract with the City of Alton; and
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Alton, Illinois finds that it is in the best
interest of the City of Alton to agree to the renewal of the existing contract between the City of
Alton and Cutting Edge Lawn Service upon the terms and conditions as set forth therein.
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 any and all appropriate documents to extend the existing contract between the
City and Cutting Edge Lawn Service as requested by Cutting Edge Lawn Service in their letter.
2. WHEREAS, the Alton Half Marathon Group is sponsoring a Half Marathon Run in The
City of Alton which constitutes a public purpose;
WHEREAS, this Half Marathon Run will require the temporary closure of the outermost
northbound lane of US Route 67 (The Clark Bridge) from the Alton City limits to Illinois Route
143, and the outermost eastbound lane of Illinois Route 143 from US Route 67 (The Clark
Bridge) to the Broadway Connector, and the outermost eastbound lane of Illinois Route 143 from
the Broadway Connector to the Melvin Price Lock and Dam way, a State Highway in the City of
Alton from 7:00 A.M. to 1:00 P.M. on March 25th 2017;
WHEREAS, Section 4-408 of the Illinois Highway Code authorizes the Department of
Transportation to issue permits to local authorities to temporarily close portions of State
Highways for such public purposes.
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NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Alton that
permission to close off the outermost eastbound lane of Illinois Route 143 from US Route 67
(The Clark Bridge) to the Melvin Price Lock and Dam Way and the outermost northbound lane
of US Route 67 (The Clark Bridge) from the City Limits of Alton and border with the State of
Missouri to Illinois Route 143 as above designated, be requested of the Department of
Transportation.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that this closure shall occur during the approximate time
period between 7:00 A.M. and 1:00 P.M. on March 25th, 2017.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that traffic from that closed portion of highway shall be
detoured over routes with an all-weather surface that can accept the anticipated traffic, which
will be maintained to the satisfaction of the Department and which is conspicuously marked for
the benefit of traffic diverted from the State highway. (The parking of vehicles shall be
prohibited on the detour routes to allow an uninterrupted flow of two-way traffic.) The detour
route shall be as follows: The inside lane of northbound US Route 67, and the inside lane of
eastbound Illinois Route 143.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the City of Alton assumes full responsibility for the
direction, protection, and regulation of the traffic during the time the detour is in effect.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that police officers or authorized flaggers shall at the
expense of the Alton Half Marathon Group be positioned at each end of the closed section and at
other points (such as intersections) as may be necessary to assist in directing traffic through the
detour.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that police officers, flaggers, and officials shall permit
emergency vehicles in emergency situations to pass through the closed area as swiftly as is safe
for all concerned.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that all debris shall be removed by the Alton Half
Marathon Group prior to reopening the State highway.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that such signs, flags, barricades, etc., shall be used by
the Alton Half Marathon Group as may be approved by the Illinois Department of
Transportation. These items shall be provided by the Alton Half Marathon Group.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the closure and detour shall be marked according to
the Illinois Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that an occasional break shall be made in the procession
so that traffic may pass through. In any event, adequate provisions will be made for traffic on
intersecting highways pursuant to conditions noted above. (Note: This paragraph is applicable
when the Resolution pertains to a Parade or when no detour is required.)
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BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that to the fullest extent permitted by law, the Alton Half
Marathon Group shall be responsible for any and all injuries to persons or damages to property,
and shall indemnify and hold harmless the Illinois Department of Transportation, its officers,
employees and agents from any and all claims, lawsuits, actions, costs and fees (including
reasonable attorneys” fees and expenses) of every nature or description, arising out of, resulting
from or connected with the exercise of authority granted by the Department which is the subject
of this resolution. The obligation is binding upon the Alton Half Marathon Group regardless of
whether or not such claim, damage, loss or expense is caused in part by the act, omission or
negligence of the Department or its officers, employees or agents.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Alton Half Marathon Group shall provide a
comprehensive general liability policy or an additional named insured endorsement in the
minimum amount of $1,000,000 per person and $2,000,000 aggregate which has the Illinois
Department of Transportation, its officials, employees and agents as insureds and which protects
them from all claims arising from the requested road closing. A copy of said policy or
endorsement will be provided to the Department before the road is closed.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that a copy of this resolution be forwarded to the Illinois
Department of Transportation, District 8, to serve as a formal request for the permission sought
in this resolution and to operate as part of the conditions of said permission.
3. WHEREAS, Alderman James Ryan has requested, that a portion of certain streets be
closed on March 25, 2017, 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 25, 2017, at 5:00 a.m. until 1:00
p.m. portions of the following streets as specified below:
Riverfront Drive (including TSGT Russell Dunham Parkway) from the parking lot by the
Mississippi River to Henry Street;
The access road from Henry Street to Ridge Street;
Ridge Street (Discovery Parkway) from Russell Commons Park Entrance to State Route 143;
The outer lane on north bound U.S. 67 from the City Limits to State Route 143;
The outer lane on east bound State Route 143 from U.S. 67 to the Broadway Connector.; and
East bound lanes of State Route 143 from the Broadway Connector to entrance of the Melvin
Price Locks and Dam
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4. 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:
314 Belle St
5. BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Alton, Illinois, that it be a matter
of public record that the City of Alton supports and endorses the Alton Regional Convention and
Visitor Bureau as the State Certified Bureau for the Alton Metroplex.
6. BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALTON, ILLINOIS
THAT an ordinance be drafted to be considered which would prohibit the practice of permitting
the owner or operator of a restaurant or a banquet facility from allowing patrons to bring
alcoholic liquor, beer, or wine to the restaurant or banquet facility for consumption on the
premises when the owner or operator of the restaurant or banquet facility does not enjoy the
privileges of a liquor license from the City of Alton.
7. 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 repair and
replacement of Summit Street, known as the Summit Street Landslide Repair Project. Funding
for said project will be made from the General Fund and the Sewer Fund.
Mr. Ryan 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 the City of Alton desires to construct the Hopp Hollow Pump Station
Improvements, and
WHEREAS the plans and specifications for said facilities have been completed by the
City’s Project Engineers, Sheppard, Morgan & Schwaab Inc.,
NOW THEREFORE, be it resolved that the City of Alton does hereby authorize the
City’s Project Engineers, Sheppard, Morgan & Schwaab Inc., to advertise for bids for the
construction of said Hopp Hollow Pump Station Improvements and to report the results of the
bids received to the City Council for their consideration. Mrs. MacAfee made a motion,
seconded by Mr. Ryan, that said resolution be referred to the Committee of the Whole. The
Chair so ordered.
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Mr. Brake presented the following resolution:
WHEREAS, representatives of D&D Tire Service have requested the renewal of their
existing contract with the City of Alton; and
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Alton, Illinois finds that it is in the best
interest of the City of Alton to agree to the renewal of the existing contract between the City of
Alton and D&D Tire Service upon the terms and conditions as set forth therein.
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 any and all appropriate documents to extend the existing contract between the
City and D&D Tire Service as requested by D&D Tire Service in their letter. Mr. Brake 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 three (3) resolutions:
1. WHEREAS, the Fire Chief of the City of Alton has requested authority to seek a grant
requesting Staffing for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response known as the FY 16 SAFER
grant and;
WHEREAS, the City Council being fully informed supports the efforts of the Fire Chief
to obtain the FY 16 SAFER grant upon the terms and conditions and for the purposes hereinafter
provided.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Alton
Illinois, approves and supports the efforts of the Fire Chief of the City of Alton to pursue with all
appropriate documentation a FY 16 SAFER grant providing staffing for Adequate Fire and
Emergency Response for the purpose of funding four firefighters salaries and benefits with the
grant paying 75% of salary and benefits in years 1 and 2 and the grant paying 35% of salary and
benefits in year 3.
2. 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 improvements to
the Simpson tennis court complex. Funding for said project will be made from a PEP grant
secured by the City of Alton and from private donations.
3. WHEREAS the City of Alton desires to construct the Wastewater Treatment Plant
Storage Shed improvements, and
WHEREAS the plans and specifications for said facilities have been completed by the
City’s Project Engineers, Sheppard, Morgan & Schwaab Inc.,
NOW THEREFORE, be it resolved that the City of Alton does hereby authorize the
City’s Project Engineers, Sheppard, Morgan & Schwaab Inc., to advertise for bids for the
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construction of said Wastewater Treatment Plant Storage Shed improvements and to report the
results of the bids received to the City Council for their consideration.
Mr. Boulds 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 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 sign on behalf of the City of
Alton the attached LETTER OF AGREEMENT with Hurford Architects Inc. dated December
29, 2016. Mr. Boulds made a motion, seconded by Mr. Ryan, 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 has provided that certain holders of liquor licenses may
enjoy the privilege to extend the lawful hours of the sale of alcoholic liquor on the respective
licenses premises; and
WHEREAS, the privilege to extend the lawful sale of liquor was intended by the City to
be a separate and distinct privilege afforded to holders of certain liquor licenses and as such is
subject to suspension or revocation separate and apart from the general liquor license of such
licensees; and
WHEREAS, further clarification of the intent of the City Council with regard to extended
hours of operation may be appropriate.
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 Ms. Smith, that Rules of the Council be Suspended in order to act upon said
resolution and first and seconded reading of Ordinance. The motion passed by the following
vote:
AYES: Ryan, MacAfee, Velloff, Smith, Brake, Fleming, Boulds, Mayor Walker – 8
NAYS: None – 0
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, Smith, Brake, Fleming, Boulds – 7
NAYS: None – 0
Mr. Boulds presented the following Ordinance for first reading.
Ordinance No. 7556. An Ordinance amending Section 10 of Chapter 4 of Title 4 of the
City Code pertaining to late night liquor license.
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Mr. Boulds presented the following Ordinance for second reading.
Ordinance No. 7556. An Ordinance amending Section 10 of Chapter 4 of Title 4 of the
City Code pertaining to late night liquor license. Mr. Boulds made a motion, seconded by Mr.
Ryan, that said ordinance be adopted. The motion passed by the following vote:
AYES: Ryan, MacAfee, Velloff, Smith, Brake, Fleming, 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 Mr. Fleming, that the meeting adjourn. The motion passed by the
following vote:
AYES: Ryan, MacAfee, Velloff, Smith, Brake, Fleming, Boulds – 7
NAYS: None – 0
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Mary T. Boulds MMC
City Clerk
(Seal of the City of Alton, Illinois)
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