Alton City Council met December 13.
Here is the minutes provided by the Council:
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Walker.
The Council Members present on call of the roll:
Present: Campbell, Macafee, Velloff, Smith, Brake, Elliott, Boulds – 7
Absent: None – 0
Mayor Walker called upon City Treasurer Foster to lead the Pledge to the Flag.
At this time, Mayor Walker asked for a moment of silence for Keith Stampley who had served as Fourth Ward Alderman.
Council Minutes And Report Of Officers:
The Clerk presented the following Council Meeting Minutes of November 21, 2017 and the following Report of Officers: Department of Building and Zoning, re: Monthly Report for November, 2017; Alton Fire Department, re: Monthly Fire Damage Report to Assessor’s Office for November, 2017; Alton Fire Department, re: Largest Single Fire Loss for November, 2017; Alton Fire Department, re: Estimated Fire Loss for November, 2017; City Treasurer, re: Monthly Report for November, 2017. Mr. Boulds made a motion, seconded by Mr. Campbell, that said reports be placed on file. The Chair so ordered.
Petitions:
The Clerk presented the following Petition, re: Excel Signs & Design, LLC, re: Requesting special use permit to be allowed an Electronic Message Center (animated sign) for a parcel in a commercial at 2801 Homer M. Adams Pkwy. Mr. Boulds made a motion, seconded by Mrs. Elliott, that said petition be referred to the Plan Commission. The Chair so ordered.
Committee Report:
Chairman MacAfee presented the following Committee of the Whole Meeting Report for December 11, 2017; Resolution, re: Discount and Special Bills paid; Resolution, re: The Brown Bag has requested that a loading zone be established in front of 318 E. Broadway; Resolution, re: The City Council of the City of Alton finds and determines that it is in the best interest of the City to increase the number of Class D liquor licenses, by one and to increase the number of Class C-1 liquor licenses by one and that it is in the best interest of the City to decrease the number of Class C-2 liquor licenses by one; Resolution, re: Establish “No Parking” zone on both sides of the 1600 block of Nolte Place; Resolution, re: City Council desires to extend the current
Agreement with Homefield Energy at a reduced rate; Resolution, re: Bid #2017 – 23 Demolition of 10 Houses; Resolution, re: Bid #2017 – 24, Asbestos Abatement of 9 houses. Mrs. MacAfee made a motion, seconded by Mr. Boulds, that said report be placed on file. The Chair so ordered.
Mrs. MacAfee 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 December 11, 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: Campbell, Macafee, Velloff, Smith, Brake, Elliott, Boulds – 7
Nays: None – 0
Mrs. MacAfee presented the following resolution:
Whereas, the Brown Bag Bistro has requested that a loading zone be established in front of 318 E. Broadway.
Now Therefore Be It Resolved, that the attached ordinance be considered. Mrs. MacAfee made a motion, seconded by Mr. Campbell, that said resolution be approved. The motion passed by the following vote:
Ayes: Campbell, Macafee, Velloff, Smith, Brake, Elliott, Boulds – 7
Nays: None – 0
Mrs. MacAfee presented the following resolution:
Whereas, the City Council of the City of Alton finds and determines that it is in the best interest of the City to increase the number of Class D liquor licenses, by one, to a total of 28 Class D liquor licenses authorized to be issued by the City Code; and
Whereas, the City Council of the City of Alton finds and determines that it is in the best interest of the City to increase the number of Class C-1 liquor licenses, by one, to a total of 8 Class C-1 liquor licenses authorized to be issued by the City Code; and
Whereas, the City Council of the City of Alton find and determines that it is in the best interest of the City to decrease the number of Class C-2 liquor licenses, by one to a total of 3 Class C-2 liquor licenses.
Now Therefore, Be It Resolved By The City Council The City Of Alton Illinois, that the attached ordinance be considered. Mrs. MacAfee made a motion, seconded by Mr. Boulds, that said resolution be approved.
Mrs. MacAfee presented the following amendment:
Whereas, the City Council of the City of Alton finds and determines that it is in the best interest of the City to increase the number of Class D liquor licenses, by two, to a total of 29 Class D liquor licenses authorized to be issued by the City Code; and
Whereas, the City Council of the City of Alton finds and determines that it is in the best interest of the City to increase the number of Class C-1 liquor licenses, by one, to a total of 8 Class C-1 liquor licenses authorized to be issued by the City Code; and
Whereas, the City Council of the City of Alton find and determines that it is in the best interest of the City to decrease the number of Class C-2 liquor licenses, by one to a total of 3 Class C-2 liquor licenses.
Now Therefore, Be It Resolved By The City Council The City Of Alton, Illinois, that the attached ordinance be considered. Mrs. MacAfee made a motion, seconded by Mr. Boulds, that said amendment be approved. The motion passed by the following vote:
Ayes: Campbell, Macafee, Velloff, Smith, Brake, Elliott, Boulds – 7
Nays: None – 0
Mr. Boulds made a motion, seconded by Mrs. MacAfee, that said resolution as amended be approved. The motion passed by the following vote:
Ayes: Campbell, Macafee, Velloff, Smith, Brake, Elliott, Boulds – 7
Nays: None – 0
Mrs. MacAfee presented the following resolution:
Whereas, the City Council of the City of Alton, Illinois deems it advisable to establish “No Parking” zone on both sides of the 1600 block of Nolte Place and
Whereas, the Police Department of the City of Alton has conducted a traffic study and made recommendations with regard thereto.
Now Therefore, Be It Resolved By The City Council The City Of Alton Illinois, that the attached ordinance be considered. Mrs. MacAfee made a motion, seconded by Mr. Brake, that said resolution be approved. The motion passed by the following vote:
Ayes: Campbell, Macafee, Velloff, Smith, Brake, Elliott, Boulds – 7
Nays: None – 0
Mrs. MacAfee presented the following resolution:
Whereas, the City of Alton has by Resolution approved an Aggregation Program Agreement dated on or about February 24,2016 between Illinois Power Marketing Company d/b/a Homefield Energy and the City of Alton; and
Whereas, City Council desires to extend the current Agreement with Homefield Energy at a reduced rate; and
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 Amendment Letter dated October 25, 2017 and be it further resolved that any execution of said agreement by the Mayor prior to formal approval of this Resolution is hereby ratified and confirmed as authorized by the City Council of the City of Alton Illinois. Mrs. MacAfee made a motion, seconded by Mr. Boulds, that said resolution be approved. The motion passed by the following vote:
Ayes: Campbell, Macafee, Velloff, Smith, Brake, Elliott, Boulds – 7
Nays: None – 0
Mrs. MacAfee presented the following resolution:
Be It Resolved By The City Council Of The City Of Alton IL, that the best bids of Stutz Excavating Inc, Supreme Trucking & Excavating, and S. Shafer Excavating, Inc for demolition of 10 Houses as listed in the attached Bid Tabulations document be awarded for Bid #2017 – 23 for the Building & Zoning Department. Mrs. MacAfee made a motion, seconded by Mrs. Elliott, that said resolution be approved. The motion passed by the following vote:
Ayes: Campbell, Macafee, Velloff, Smith, Brake, Elliott, Boulds – 7
Nays: None – 0
Mrs. MacAfee presented the following resolution:
Be It Resolved By The City Council Of The City Of Alton IL, that the best bid of AbatePro Inc., Abatement Management, and Gen Corp for Asbestos Abatement of 9 Houses as listed in the attached Bid Tabulations document, be awarded for Bid #2017 – 24 for the Building & Zoning Department. Mrs. MacAfee made a motion, seconded by Mrs. Elliott, that said resolution be approved. The motion passed by the following vote:
Ayes: Campbell, Macafee, Velloff, Smith, Brake, Elliott, Boulds – 7
Nays: None – 0
First Reading Of Ordinances
Mayor Pro Tem MacAfee presented the following ordinance for first reading.
Ordinance No. 7605. An Ordinance abating the tax heretofore levied by Ordinance No. 7393 for the year 2017 to pay debt service on $3,550,000 General Obligation Bonds, Series 2014, as established by Ordinance No. 7393, of the City of Alton, Madison County, Illinois. Mrs. MacAfee made a motion, seconded by Mr. Boulds, that the Rules of the Council be Suspended in order to act on said Ordinance No. 7605. The motion passed by the following vote:
Ayes: Campbell, Macafee, Velloff, Smith, Brake, Elliott, Boulds, Mayor Walker – 8
Nays: None – 0
Mayor Pro Tem MacAfee presented the following ordinance for second reading.
Ordinance No. 7605. An Ordinance abating the tax heretofore levied by Ordinance No. 7393 for the year 2017 to pay debt service on $3,550,000 General Obligation Bonds, Series 2014, as established by Ordinance No. 7393, of the City of Alton, Madison County, Illinois. Mrs. MacAfee made a motion, seconded by Mr. Boulds, that said ordinance be adopted. The motion passed by the following vote:
Ayes: Campbell, Macafee, Velloff, Smith, Brake, Elliott, Boulds – 7
Nays: None – 0
Mayor Pro Tem MacAfee requested first and second reading of Ordinance No. 7606. Mrs. MacAfee made a motion, seconded by Mr. Boulds, that the Rules of the Council be Suspended in order to act upon said ordinance. The motion passed by the following vote:
Ayes: Campbell, Macafee, Velloff, Smith, Brake, Elliott, Boulds, Mayor Walker – 8
Nays: None – 0
Mayor Pro Tem MacAfee presented the following ordinance for first reading.
Ordinance No. 7606. An Ordinance partially abating the tax heretofore levied by Ordinance No. 7488 for the year 2017 to pay debt service on $8,750,000 General Obligation Refunding Bonds, Series 2015, as established by Ordinance No. 7488, of the City of Alton, Madison County, Illinois.
Mayor Pro Tem MacAfee presented the following ordinance for second reading.
Ordinance No. 7606. An Ordinance partially abating the tax heretofore levied by Ordinance No. 7488 for the year 2017 to pay debt service on $8,750,000 General Obligation Refunding Bonds, Series 2015, as established by Ordinance No. 7488, of the City of Alton, Madison County, Illinois. Mrs. MacAfee made a motion, seconded by Mr. Campbell, that said ordinance be adopted. The motion passed by the following vote:
Ayes: Campbell, MacAfee, Velloff, Smith, Brake, Elliott, Boulds – 7
Nays: None – 0
Mayor Pro Tem MacAfee requested first and second reading of Ordinance No. 7607. Mrs. MacAfee made a motion, seconded by Mr. Campbell, that the Rules of the Council be Suspended in order to act upon said Ordinance. The motion passed by the following vote:
Ayes: Campbell, Macafee, Velloff, Smith, Brake, Elliott, Boulds, Mayor Walker – 8
Nays: None – 0
Mayor Pro Tem MacAfee presented the following ordinance for first reading.
Ordinance No. 7607. An Ordinance abating the tax heretofore levied by Ordinance No. 7202 for the year 2017 to pay debt service on $2,750,000 General Obligation Bonds, Series 2010, as established by Ordinance No. 7202, of the City of Alton, Madison County, Illinois.
Mayor Pro Tem MacAfee presented the following ordinance for second reading.
Ordinance No. 7607. An Ordinance abating the tax heretofore levied by Ordinance No. 7202 for the year 2017 to pay debt service on $2,750,000 General Obligation Bonds, Series 2010, as established by Ordinance No. 7202, of the City of Alton, Madison County, Illinois. Mrs. MacAfee made a motion, seconded by Mr. Campbell, that said ordinance be adopted. The motion passed by the following vote:
Ayes: Campbell, Macafee, Velloff, Smiith, Brake, Elliott, Boulds – 7
Nays: None – 0
Second Reading Of Ordinances
Mayor Pro Tem MacAfee presented the following ordinance for second reading.
Ordinance No. 7600. An Ordinance amending Chapter 4 of Title 4 pertaining to sealed growler. Mrs. MacAfee made a motion, seconded by Mr. Boulds, that said ordinance be adopted. The motion passed by the following vote:
Ayes: Campbell, Macafee, Velloff, Smith, Brake, Elliott, Boulds – 7
Nays: None – 0
Mayor Pro Tem MacAfee presented the following ordinance for second reading.
Ordinance No. 7602. An Ordinance providing for the Annual Tax Levy upon the real estate situated within the corporate limits of the City of Alton, in the County of Madison, State of Illinois, subject to taxation for the fiscal year commencing on the lst day of April, 2017, and ending on the 31st day of March, 2018. Mrs. MacAfee made a motion, seconded by Mr. Campbell, that said ordinance be adopted. The motion passed by the following vote:
Ayes: Campbell, Macafee, Velloff, Smith, Brake, Elliott, Boulds – 7
Nays: None – 0
Mayor Pro Tem MacAfee presented the following ordinance for second reading.
Ordinance No. 7603. An Ordinance granting a Special Use Permit to allow a hair salon at 3209 Edwards Street, Alton, Illinois. Mrs. MacAfee made a motion, seconded by Mrs. Elliott, that said ordinance be adopted. The motion passed by the following vote:
Ayes: Campbell, Macafee, Velloff, Smith, Brake, Elliott, Boulds – 7
Nays: None – 0
Mayor Pro Tem MacAfee presented the following ordinance for second reading.
Ordinance No. 7604. An Ordinance granting a Special Use Permit to allow a pre-owned automotive sales dealership at 1301 Milton Road, Alton, Illinois. Mrs. MacAfee made a motion, seconded by Mr. Boulds, that said ordinance be adopted. The motion passed by the following vote:
Ayes: Campbell, Macafee, Velloff, Smith, Brake, Elliott, Boulds – 7
Nays: None – 0
Reports And/Or Resolutions Of Special Committees
The Clerk presented the following Alton Historic Commission, re: Minutes of November 7, 2017; Appearance Review Commission, re: Minutes of November 8, 2017. Mr. Boulds made a motion, seconded by Mrs. Elliott, that said minutes be placed on file. The Chair so ordered.
Resignations
Mayor Walker presented the following resignation of James M. Ryan from the Alton Convention and Visitors Board. Mr. Boulds made a motion, seconded by Mr. Velloff, that said resignation be approved. The motion passed by the following vote:
Ayes: Campbell, Macafee, Velloff, Smith, Brake, Elliott, Boulds – 7
Nays: None – 0
Appointments
Mayor Walker presented the following appointment of Brian Campbell to the Alton Regional Convention & Visitor’s Bureau Board of Directors; Appointment of Nick Moehn to the Appearance Review Commission; Appointment of Kim Lane to the Appearance Review Commission; Reappointment of Ruth Birmingham to the Alton Amphitheater Commission. Mr. Boulds made a motion, seconded by Mrs. MacAfee, that said appointments and reappointment be approved. The motion passed by the following vote:
Ayes: Macafee, Velloff, Smith, Brake, Elliott, Boulds – 6
Nays: None – 0
Abstain – Campbell - 1
Approval Of Actions Taken Under Suspension Of Rules At Prior Meeting
The Clerk presented the following ordinance:
Ordinance No. 7601. An Ordinance amending the City Code pertaining to Sidewalk Café’ Licenses. Mr. Boulds made a motion, seconded by Mr. Campbell, that said ordinance be approved. The motion passed by the following vote:
Ayes: Campbell, Macafee, Velloff, Smith, Brake, Elliott, Boulds – 7
Nays: None – 0
Comments Or Resolutions From The Council
Mr. Campbell presented the following fourteen (14) resolutions:
1. Be It Resolved By The City Council Of The City Of Alton, Illinois, that the attached Lease Agreement between the City of Alton and Ragin Cajun Piano Bar, be and hereby is approved subject to Ragin Cajun Piano Bar complying with the requirements in establishing a sidewalk café’. Upon approval of application and payment of any application fees and/or lease fees, the Mayor is authorized to execute the Lease Agreement.
2. Be It Resolved By The City Council Of The City Of Alton, Illinois, that the attached Lease Agreement between the City of Alton and Bossanova, be and hereby is approved subject to Bossanova complying with the requirements in establishing a sidewalk café. Upon approval of application and payment of any application fees and/or lease fees, the Mayor is authorized to execute the Lease Agreement.
3. Be It Resolved By The City Council Of The City Of Alton, Illinois, that the attached Lease Agreement between the City of Alton and Catdaddy’s Tavern, be and hereby is approved subject to Catdaddy’s Tavern complying with the requirements in establishing a sidewalk café’. Upon approval of application and payment of any application fees and/or lease fees, the Mayor is authorized to execute the Lease Agreement.
4. Be It Resolved By The City Council Of The City Of Alton, Illinois, that the attached Lease Agreement between the City of Alton and Chez Marilyn Inc., be and hereby is approved subject to Chez Marilyn Inc. complying with the requirements in establishing a sidewalk café’. Upon approval of application and payment of any application fees and/or lease fees, the Mayor is authorized to execute the Lease Agreement.
5. Be It Resolved By The City Council Of The City Of Alton, Illinois, that the attached Lease Agreement between the City of Alton and Tony’s Lounge Inc., be and hereby is approved subject to Tony’s Lounge Inc. complying with the requirements in establishing a sidewalk café’. Upon approval of application and payment of any application fees and/or lease fees, the Mayor is authorized to execute the Lease Agreement.
6. Be It Resolved By The City Council Of The City Of Alton, Illinois, that the attached Lease Agreement between the City of Alton and Solera Wines, be and hereby is approved subject to Solera Wines, complying with the requirements in establishing a sidewalk café’. Upon approval of application and payment of any application fees and/or lease fees, the Mayor is authorized to execute the Lease Agreement.
7. Whereas, the Alton Convention and Visitors Bureau has requested, that the City parking lot between Frontier Furnishings and Paul Lauschke Real Estate be closed on January 5, 2018 at 3:00 p.m. until January 6, 2018 at 3:00 p.m., to facilitate a event sponsored by the Alton CVB; 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 restrict the parking on the parking lot between Frontier Furnishings and Paul Lauschke Real Estate on January 5, 2018 at 3:00 p.m. until January 6, 2018 at 3:00 p.m. for use of the guests of the Alton Convention and Visitors Bureau on the condition that the Alton Convention and Visitors Bureau will be responsible for any extra labor costs incurred by the City as it relates to this event.
8. Whereas, Alderman Brian Campbell has requested, that a portion of certain streets be closed on March 24, 2018, 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 24, 2018, at 5:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. portions of the following streets as specified below:
Riverfront Drive from the west side Amphitheater parking lot to Henry Street;
Boat Launch Road from Henry Street to Discovery Pkwy;
Discovery Pkwy from Russell Commons Park entrance to State Route 143 (Berm Hwy);
The outer lane of North bound U.S. 67 (Clark Bridge) from the City Limits to State Route 143 (Landmarks Blvd);
The outer lane of East bound State Route 143 (Landmarks Blvd) from U.S. 67 (Clark Bridge) to the Broadway Connector; And
Both East bound lanes of State Route 143 (Berm Hwy) from the Broadway Connector to Melvin Price Lock and Dam Way
9. 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 24th 2018.
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.
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 24th, 2018.
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 and 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.)
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 If 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.
10. Whereas, the City of Alton, through the Alton Amphitheater Commission, sponsors numerous events throughout the calendar year where beer and other alcoholic liquors are desired to be sold.
Now, Therefore, Be It Resolved By The City Council Of The City Of Alton, Illinois, that the attached ordinance be considered.
11. Whereas the City of Alton desires to construct the Sunken Garden Drainage Improvements project, 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 Sunken Garden Drainage Improvements project and to report the results of the bids received to the City Council for their consideration.
12. Whereas the City of Alton desires to construct the Broadway-Wall St. Alley Reconstruction project, 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 Broadway-Wall St. Alley Reconstruction project and to report the results of the bids received to the City Council for their consideration.
13. Whereas the City of Alton desires to construct the Prospect Street Sewer Improvements project, 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 Prospect Street Sewer Improvements project and to report the results of the bids received to the City Council for their consideration.
14. Whereas, the City of Alton, Madison County, Illinois operates its sanitary sewage collection system and treatment facility; and
Whereas, the City Council of the City of Alton has determined that it may be in the best interest of the public health, safety and welfare to sell its sanitary sewage collection system and treatment facility.
Now Therefore, be it resolved by the City Council of the City of Alton, that the Mayor and appropriate City Officials are directed to pursue all reasonable and necessary activities and procedures to request proposals from qualified utility companies for the purchase of the sanitary sewage collection system and treatment facility of the City of Alton upon terms determined by the City Council to be in the best interest of the City of Alton; and
Be It Further Resolved that the City Clerk is authorized and directed to publish the attached Notice Of Sale Of Real And Personal Property Owned By The City Of Alton And An Invitation To Bid Thereon for three consecutive weeks in the Alton Telegraph beginning on or before December 30, 2017. Mr. Campbell made a motion, seconded by Mr. Boulds, that said resolutions be referred to the Committee of the Whole. The Chair so ordered.
Ms. Smith presented the following two (2) resolutions:
1. Whereas the City of Alton desires to construct the Holman Street Sanitary Sewer Improvements project, 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 Holman Street Sanitary Sewer Improvements project and to report the results of the bids received to the City Council for their consideration.
2. Be It Resolved By The City Council Of The City Of Alton, Illinois, that the City Clerk is hereby authorized and directed to publish the attached notice regarding the sale of a municipally-owned vacant lot 2411 Salu Street, Alton, Illinois; also identified by Madison County Tax Parcel ID Number 23-2-08-06-18-301-002. The real estate is currently encumbered by a lien in favor of the City of Alton in the amount of $20,385.50. No bid for the purchase of said property will be accepted in an amount less than the amount of the aforesaid lien. The attached Notice shall be published by the City Clerk once a week for three consecutive weeks commencing no later than December 30, 2017. Ms. Smith made a motion, seconded by Mr. Boulds, that said resolutions be referred to the Committee of the Whole. The Chair so ordered
Mrs. Elliott 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: 2709 Viewland. Mrs. Elliott made a motion, seconded by Mr. Boulds, that said resolution be referred to the Committee of the Whole. The Chair so ordered.
Mrs. Elliott 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: 611 Brookside, 614 Brookside. Mrs. Elliott made a motion, seconded by Mr. Boulds, that said resolution be referred to the Committee of the Whole. The Chair so ordered.
Mrs. Elliott presented the following petition, re: Senior Services Plus is requesting a Special Use Permit. Mrs. Elliott made a motion, seconded by Mr. Boulds, that said petition be referred to the Plan Commission. The Chair so ordered.
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: 1407 Cyrus, 501 Clay. 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 resolution:
Resolution Establishing A Time And Place For A Public Hearing To Consider A Tax Increment Financing Redevelopment Plan And Project For The Proposed Alton Square Mall Redevelopment Project Area.
Be It Resolved By The City Council Of The City Of Alton, Illinois as follows:
That the City of Alton, Illinois hereby establishes February 14, 2018, at 1:00 p.m. at Alton City Hall as the time and place for the Public Hearing to consider the adoption of the tax Increment Financing Redevelopment Plan and Project for the Alton Square Mall Redevelopment Project Area. Mr. Boulds made a motion, seconded by Mrs. MacAfee, that the Rules of the Council be Suspended in order to act upon said resolution. The motion passed by the following vote:
Ayes: Campbell, Macafee, Velloff, Smith, Brake, Elliott, Boulds, Mayor Walker – 8
Nays: None – 0
Mr. Boulds made a motion, seconded by Mr. Campbell, that the above and foregoing resolution be approved. The motion passed by the following vote:
Ayes: Campbell, Macafee, Velloff, Smith, Brake, Elliott, Boulds – 7
Nays: None – 0
There being no further business to come before the Council at this time, Mr. Boulds made a motion, seconded by Mrs. Elliott, that said meeting adjourn. The motion passed by the following vote:
Ayes: Campbell, Macafee, Velloff, Smith, Brake, Elliott, Boulds – 7
Nays: None – 0
https://www.cityofaltonil.com/minutes/5/2017-12-13%20Minutes.pdf
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