Alton City Council met August 9.
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 City Treasurer Foster to lead the Pledge to the Flag.
At this time, Mayor Walker presented an Agreement regarding Killion Park to pick up litter and trash with the voluntary assistance provided by the Alton branch of the NAACP, the 100 Black Men, The Coalition of Concerned Citizens along with other community organizations and in appreciation and consideration of the voluntary assistance Mayor Brant Walker will order the basketball rims to be reinstalled on the backboards at Killion Park no later than Monday, August 14, 2017.
Council Minutes and Report of Officers:
The Clerk presented the following Council Meeting Minutes of July 26, 2017 and the following Report of Officers; Department of Building and Zoning, re: Monthly Report for July, 2017. Mr. Boulds made a motion, seconded by Ms. Smith, that said Minutes and Report of Officers be placed on file. The Chair so ordered.
Committee Report:
Acting Chairman MacAfee presented the following Committee of the Whole Meeting Report for August 7, 2017; Resolution, re: Discount and Special Bills paid; Resolution, re: That the Mayor is hereby authorized and directed to execute the attached lease agreement between National Railroad Passenger Corporation (“Amtrak”) and the City of Alton; Resolution, re: The City Council of the City of Alton, Illinois desires to update its City Code to more fully comply with statutory requirements of the State of Illinois and that the attached ordinance be considered; Resolution, re: That the Mayor and appropriate City officials are hereby authorized and directed to sign the attached Gordon Moore Park Naming Rights/Sponsorship Agreement with 1st MidAmerica Credit Union. Mrs. MacAfee made a motion, seconded by Mr. Boulds, that said report be placed on file. The Chair so ordered.
Acting Chairman MacAfee presented the following resolution:
Be It Resolved that the Discount and Special Bills Paid; also all Expenditure Bills as listed in the Comptroller’s report dated August 7, 2017 be allowed and payment be made for same. Mrs. MacAfee 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
Acting Chairman MacAfee 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 lease agreement between National Railroad Passenger Corporation (“Amtrak”) and the City of Alton, Illinois for the purpose of operating rail passenger service at the Alton Regional Multi-modal Transportation Center. Mrs. MacAfee made a motion, seconded by Ms. Smith, that said resolution be approved. The motion passed by the following vote:
Ayes: Macafee, Smith, Brake, Elliott, Boulds – 5
Nays: Velloff – 1
Absent: Campbell – 1
Acting Chairman MacAfee presented the following resolution:
Whereas, the City Council of the City of Alton, Illinois desires to update its City Code to more fully comply with statutory requirements of the State of Illinois.
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 resolution be approved. The motion passed by the following vote:
Ayes: Macafee, Velloff, Smith, Brake, Elliott, Boulds – 6
Nays: None – 0
Absent: Campbell – 1
Acting Chairman MacAfee presented the following resolution:
Whereas, the City of Alton is the owner of a public park commonly now as Gordon Moore Park; and
Whereas, the City of Alton in conjunction with a private citizens’ group has undertaken a major project to upgrade the existing entry area to Gordon Moore Park (Park), install an additional entry to the park, and repair and upgrade certain facilities in the Park, including a concession stand, restrooms in the concession stand area, and various athletic fields and facilities within the Park; and
Whereas, in addition to the use of governmental funds, funding for this project is also being generated through private donations and individuals and businesses in the Greater Alton Community; and
Whereas, 1st MidAmerica Credit Union desires and has agreed to make a major donation to the project and in recognition be named as the sponsors of the Park.
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 sign the attached Gordon Moore Park Naming Rights/Sponsorship Agreement with 1st MidAmerica Credit Union. Mrs. MacAfee 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. 7581. An Ordinance granting a Special Use Permit to allow a grid tied ground mounted 3.84 kilowatt solar photovoltaic array at the property located at 2100 Fernwood Place, Alton, Illinois. Mrs. MacAfee made a motion, seconded by Mr. Brake, that said ordinance be Laid Over. The Chair so ordered.
Second Reading of Ordinances:
Mayor Pro Tem MacAfee presented the following ordinance for second reading.
Ordinance No. 7577. An Ordinance further amending Ordinance No. 7275, related to parking in the vicinity of City Hall. 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. 7578. An Ordinance establishing no parking on the East Side of Gillis Street between 2429 and 2216 Gillis Street. Mrs. MacAfee made a motion, seconded by Ms. Smith, 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 Community Relations Commission, re: Minutes of May 3, 2017 and Minutes of June 7, 2017 and Civil Service Commission, re: Minutes of July 19, 2017 and Minutes of August 2, 2017. Mr. Boulds made a motion, seconded by Mr. Brake, that said minutes be placed on file. The Chair so ordered.
Resignations:
Mayor Walker presented the following resignation from Mary T. Boulds from the Police Pension Board. Mr. Boulds made a motion, seconded by Mrs. Elliott, that said resignation be approved. The motion passed by the following vote:
Ayes: Macafee, Velloff, Smith, Brake, Elliott, Boulds – 6
Nays: None – 0
Absent: Campbell – 1
Appointments:
Mayor Walker presented the following reappointment of Barb Gearing to the Appearance Review Commission; appointment of Deborah Kelley to the Alton Municipal Band; appointment of Sydney Reynolds to the Alton Municipal Band; appointment of David Drillinger to the Alton Municipal Band; appointment of Aaron Schindewolf to the Alton Municipal Band; appointment of Michael Davis to the Alton Municipal Band; appointment of Julie McPike to the Alton Municipal Band; appointment of Martha Roberts to the Alton Municipal Band. Mr. Boulds made a motion, seconded by Mrs. Elliott, that said reappointment and appointments be approved. The motion passed by the following vote:
Ayes: Macafee, Velloff, Smith, Brake, Elliott, Boulds – 6
Nays: None – 0
Absent: Campbell - 1
Approval of Actions Taken Under Suspension of Rules at Prior Meeting:
The Clerk presented the following ordinances and resolution.
1. Ordinance No. 7579. An Ordinance amending Section 7 of Chapter 3 of Title 4 of the City Code pertaining to a Hotel/Motel Tax.
2. Ordinance No. 7580. An Ordinance amending Section 10 of Chapter 3 of Title 4 of the City of Alton providing for a method of collecting taxes for the privilege of using electricity based upon kilowatt-hour usage of individual customers.
3. Whereas, the Fire Chief of the City of Alton 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 supported the efforts of the Fire Chief to obtain the FY 16 Safer grant providing Staffing for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response for the purpose of funding four firefighters salaries and benefits with the City paying 25% of salary and benefits in years 1 and 2 and the City paying 65% of salary and benefits in year 3; and
Whereas, through the efforts of the Fire Chief the City was able to secure the FY 16 Safer grant.
Now Therefore Be It Resolved by the City Council of the City of Alton Illinois, that the Fire Chief of the City of Alton, together with any other city official required to participate, is hereby authorized and directed to accept the FY 16 Safer grant in the amount $863,202 and to execute any and all appropriate documentation in connection therewith.
At this time, Mr. Velloff requested a separation of vote on Agenda item a and b. Ordinance No. 7579 and Ordinance No. 7580.
Mr. Boulds made a motion, seconded by Ms. Smith, that said Ordinance No. 7579 and Ordinance No. 7580, be approved. 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 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 Mae Biddlecome; Joshua Young; Carlton Cannon; Anthony Booker, Sr.; Abe L. Barham; Christian Gully; Nate Keener; Cedric Parker. Mrs. MacAfee made a motion, seconded by Mr. Velloff, that said requests be approved. The Chair so ordered.
Ms. Biddlecome took the floor and spoke, re: Cats & dogs.
Mr. Young took the floor and spoke, re: Equity versus equality.
Mr. Cannon took the floor and spoke, re: Basketball Rims at Salu Park/litter in the City.
Mr. Booker was not present.
Mr. Barham took the floor and spoke, re: Killion Park.
Mr. Gully took the floor and spoke, re: Basketball rim ban at James H. Killion Park at Salu.
Mr. Keener took the floor and spoke, re: Basketball Hoops at Killion Park.
Mr. Parker took the floor and spoke, re: Salu Park/Killion Park.
Comments or Resolutions from the Council:
Mrs. MacAfee presented the following resolution:
Whereas, Dorothy Hummel, on behalf of the YWCA, has requested, that a portion of certain streets be closed on September 15, 2017, 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 September 15, 2017, from 4:00 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. 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 resolution:
Whereas, Alderwoman Smith has requested, that Maupin Street from 1500 Maupin to 1600 Maupin be closed on September 9, 2017, from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. to facilitate a church event.
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 Maupin Street from 1500 Maupin to 1600 Maupin on September 9, 2017, from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on the condition that Church of the Living God be responsible for any extra labor costs incurred by the City as it relates to this event. Ms. Smith made a motion, seconded by Mr. Boulds, that said resolution be referred to the Committee of the Whole. The Chair so ordered.
Mr. Brake presented the following two (2) resolutions:
1. Whereas, Jarvis Swope has recommended the City to enter into the attached agreement with CDW Government to purchase Microsoft Licenses for the police department to stay compliant with the Microsoft contract for the State of Illinois at a total cost of $14,105.22; and
Now Therefore Be It Resolved By The City Council Of The City Of Alton Illinois, that Jarvis Swope and other appropriate city officials are hereby authorized and directed to sign on behalf of the City of Alton the any and all documents necessary to purchase Microsoft Licenses from CDW Government as set forth in the attached quote.
2. Whereas, the City Council of the City of Alton, Illinois desires to update its City Code to pertaining to littering.
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 resolutions be referred to the Committee of the Whole. The Chair so ordered.
Mr. Boulds presented the following two (2) resolutions:
1. Whereas, Market Street, by Antonio Stephens, has requested, that a portion of certain streets be closed on August 19, 2017, to facilitate the Market Street 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 (contingent upon all required IDOT approvals where applicable) to effectuate the temporary closure on August 19, 2017, the following streets on the condition that Market Street shall be responsible for any extra labor costs incurred by the City as it relates to this event.
1. Fifth Street from Alby Street to Market Street from 8:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m.
2. Fourth Street from Alby Street to Market Street from 8:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m.
3. Market Street from Third Street to Sixth Street from 8:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m.
2. Whereas, Alderman Campbell has requested that Logan Street, between State Street and the unnamed alley behind Johnson’s Corner be closed on August 19, 2017, from 12:00 p.m. until 12:00 a.m. on August 20, 2017, 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 19, 2017, from 12:00 p.m. until 12:00 a.m. on August 20, 2017, 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 as it relates to this event. Mr. Boulds made a motion, seconded by Mrs. Elliott, that the Rules of the Council be Suspended in order to act upon said resolutions. The motion passed by the following vote:
Ayes: 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:
Be It Resolved that appropriate officials are hereby authorized to lease police vehicle pursuant to the terms of an Lease Agreement in substantially in the form as attached hereto and made a part hereof. Mr. Boulds made a motion, seconded by Mrs. MacAfee, that said resolution be referred to the Committee of the Whole. The Chair so ordered.
There being no further business to come before the Council at this time, Mr. Boulds made a motion, seconded by Ms. Smith, 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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