City of Belleville City Council met December 18.
Here is the minutes provided by the Council:
Mayor Mark Eckert called this meeting to order.
Mayor Eckert explained the disaster procedures. Mayor Eckert reminded anyone speaking this evening to step up to a microphone because the meetings are being taped and posted the next day on the website.
Mayor Eckert requested City Clerk Jennifer Gain Meyer to call roll. Members present on roll call: Alderman Hazel, Alderman Kinsella, Alderwoman Pusa, Alderman Buettner, Alderman Randle, Alderman Tyler, Alderman Anthony, Alderman Ovian, Alderwoman Schaefer, Alderman Dintelman, Alderman Gaa, Alderwoman Stiehl and Alderman Barfield.
Members excused on roll call: Alderman Weygandt, Alderman Elmore and Alderman Wigginton.
Roll Call Department Heads:
Roll Call Department Heads: City Clerk, Jennifer Gain Meyer, City Treasurer Hardt and City Attorney Hoerner. Police Chief, Bill Clay; Fire Chief Tom Pour; City Engineer, Tim Gregowicz; Director of Maintenance, Ken Vaughn; Human Resource Director, Sherry Favre; Director of Parks and Recreation, Debbie Belleville: Health and Housing Director, Bob Sabo: Director of Public Works, Jason Poole; Director of Economic Development, Annissa McCaskill and Director of Library, Leander Spearman.
Royce Carlisle, Director of Wastewater and Finance Director, Jamie Maitret excused.
Pledge:
Mayor Eckert led the Pledge of Allegiance.
Public Hearing:
None.
Public Participation:
Ken Smith-
Mr. Smith stated he would like to notify the council he received a notice in his door on Monday morning indicating the city engineer and his people were going to clear cut 3 acres of woods that are literally twenty feet from his back door and build a detention pond. This is the first he had heard of it. This is to address flooding issues in the Orchards. There was a study done three years ago by the homeowners association, which he is a member of. He hopes the city engineer and their people will look at better solutions than building a three acre detention pond twenty feet from his back door.
Mr. Smith is active duty Air Civil Engineer for twenty six years and he has dealt with storm water throughout his career and he does not think this is the best solution. They refer to Illinois Department of Natural Resources permit which he still has not seen which required this detention basin which was to be built fifteen-twenty years ago when the Orchards was built and long before Bobby Jones Court was there.
City Attorney Hoerner stated this issue is a matter of pending litigation, therefore, what can be discussed is limited. The homeowners association is represented by an attorney. The homeowners association and Illinois Department of Natural Resources initiated individual action against the city for enforcement of a permit that was actually issued to the original developers of the Orchards subdivision and the city was merely a co-permitee to provide Secondary maintenance for the water mitigation efforts. Unfortunately, the original developer is now defunct. This detention basin which was originally contemplated under the permit was not built. Illinois Department of Natural Resources and the homeowners association are attempting to enforce the permit against the city. City Attorney Hoerner suggested Mr. Smith or any other members of the homeowners association communicate with your representatives from the homeowners association and your attorney.
Mr. Smith stated this is a $500,000 project and the taxes being raised will be discussed: therefore, $500,000 might be better spent more wise than building a pond in his backyard.
Michael Hagberg-
There is an ordinance abating the bond payments for the property tax levy. The required bond payments were never listed on the levy. He would contend that the required bond payment should first appear on the levy before being abated. All you are accomplishing by this by not listing them is to hide from the public that this year alone we are paying $2.8 million toward outstanding bond balance of $41 million. The aldermen have details listing the initial amount borrowed but no information on the required principal and interest payments. This year alone we are paying $1 million in interest payments. That is $1 million that is not available for street or sidewalk repair. This is just interest on passed projects.
He read in the BND that the mayor plans on using general assistance funds to make building improvements to the Parks and Rec office. He hopes this is another case of "fake news". As the city promised with the city hall remodel is to consolidated all city functions under one roof. These funds were levied with the express use of providing assistance for the poor. In his opinion, using these funds for anything other than assisting the poor would be misappropriation of taxpayer funds. As far as the comments made for the general assistance levy - he reminds you a few years ago the township had a levy of $488,000. A few trustees showed they could reduce it to $264,000 while maintaining existing general assistance funding and increasing funding for community projects. Overall, he is pleased with the city keeping the $264,000 general assistance levy as this is the city's first year of assuming the responsibilities from the township and there were additional expenses due to the delay with city hall remodel.
Can you tell us is the $1 million increase is a one-time deal or can the taxpayers expect to see another increase above and beyond a million dollars in next year's tax levy.
Kathy Draper-
The neighborhood situation was in control when Officer Ellis was on staff, Eiskant had it under control and now she hears it is not a priority with the police department. A car cannot sit longer than 78 hours on a city street. It takes the city two to three weeks for the city to come out. There are nine cars on Bunsen and 19th Street for one house. There is a commercial business being ran in a residential neighborhood. This needs to be stopped, the cars need to be stopped and if he wants to run a business then he should have a business license. She called the aldermen and police and left messages. She heard from one of the aldermen and they advised this is not a high priority.
She was told by an alderman that the person running the business has a wood stove sitting outside and it should have a flu and is considered a fire pit.
Stewart Lannert-
He is not running in a popularity contest and probably the most disliked person in Belleville. When you have too many police you have to pay high priced pensions and then you have to raise the taxes to pay the pensions. The police do not stop crime they just investigate after it is committed. The metal detector is unconstitutional as he has been through many background checks but have the aldermen and city workers and city officials. There are a lot of homeless people in Belleville and nowhere for them to sleep.
Presentations, Recognitions & Appointments:
Mayor Eckert read a proclamation for Charlie Woodford in recognition of his dedicated serviceto our community.
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Mayor Eckert read a proclamation for Bob Goalby in recognition of his dedicated service to our community.
Approval Of Minutes:
Alderman Barfield made a motion seconded by Alderwoman Pusa to accept and file the minutes of City Council December 4, 2017 and December 11, 2017.
All members voted aye.
Claims, Payroll And Disbursements:
Alderman Anthony made a motion seconded by Alderman Ovian to approve claims and disbursements in the amount of S1,306,705.96 and payroll in the amount of $881,216.12.
Members voting aye on roll call: Hazel, Kinsella, Pusa, Buettner, Randle, Tyler, Anthony, Ovian, Schaefer, Dintelman, Gaa, Stiehl and Barfield. (13)
Reports:
None.
Oral Reports:
Alderman Kinsella made a motion seconded by Alderwoman Schaefer to approve Change Order No.6 with Impact Strategies for the City Hall Project.
Discussion.
Alderman Buettner asked if this will be the last change order; Mayor Eckert stated the only thing pending is the outstanding bill for the architect. Mayor Eckert stated the city attorney is working on this and there are funds that have been retained for this.
Members voting aye on roll call: Hazel, Kinsella, Pusa, Buettner, Randle, Tyler, Anthony, Ovian, Schaefer, Dintelman, Gaa, Stiehl and Barfield. (13)
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Alderman Kinsella made a motion seconded by Alderwoman Pusa to approve the 2017 Tax Levy.
Discussion.
Alderman Buettner stated he has received calls from constituents that are upset with a 12% increase in their property taxes. There are older citizens that are on fixed incomes; therefore, this becomes a burden. Alderman Buettner asked if there are other ways to fund the pensions without sales tax.
Mayor Eckert stated criticism comes up every couple years when there is an increase never once has he seen anyone come forward with a recommendation on how else it can be funded. Mayor Eckert stated the city has funded the pensions with property tax and has been going on since the pensions began. In 1997 the State of Illinois passed a statute that said cities must fund police/fire pensions to the level of the actuary. The past administration underfunded pensions. If you choose not to pass the levy the State of Illinois comptroller's office can and will hold the cities fund i.e. income tax which would have a direct correlation to the general fund which would mean the salaries for police/fire.
City Attorney Hoerner stated the statute that contemplates this type of funding expressly property tax funding and if the council would want to look at an alternative it would have to be determined if it would be a proper exercise of home rule authority in addition of investigating of how to fund it. This mechanism is the statutory mechanism of funding. Alderman Buettner asked under home rule the city can come up with an alternative: City Attorney Hoerner stated if and when you would like to investigate alternatives the city would have to ensure that it is a proper exercise of home rule authority. Alderman Buettner stated the State of Illinois wants to tax and spend in which they are in a flux and seems the city is going down the same road which doesn't make it right. Mayor Eckert stated he will gladly entertain alternatives. This past year the city was down $1.1 million because of the money that was passed through the state. $500,000 was from income tax alone due to the people/business that have left the state. Motor fuel tax is based on population which was down. Alderman Ovian recommended consolidating the pension funds and have one representing everyone. Mayor Eckert stated he sent an email from IML in which IML submitted five (5) proposal to the legislative bodies for consideration on how to improve pension reform.
Alderman Randle stated the city is being handcuffed by state mandates which is just not on residents of Belleville but residents throughout the state. Alderman Randle stated the city is looking at a change in State law or a change in the funding mechanism.
Alderman Tyler stated the city wants to raise taxes 11.98% which is $1.2 million. The EAV is expected to go up in 2018. If the EAV goes up would theoretically give the city more money. Would there need to be a percentage or would it just be the $1.2 million. City Attorney Hoerner stated this is an aggregate levy. City Attorney Hoerner stated the finance department has couched the increase tax levy in the terms required under the law based on the information available.
Alderman Kinsella stated the city got into this predicament because people before kicked the can down the road. The city has gotten here because someone else didn't do their job. If the council does not vote for the levy this council is kicking the can further down the road. Our job is to set it back in the right direction.
Mayor Eckert stated he entered the council in 1997 when the statute changed and he is proud to say the city has funded the pensions properly and adequately since 1997; however, prior to that there were many years where the actuary was given and the city would only fund 50-60%. The elected officials at that time could say they did not raise taxes.
Members voting aye on roll call: Hazel, Kinsella, Pusa, Randle, Anthony, Ovian, Schaefer, Dintelman, Gaa and Stiehl. (10)
Members voting nay on roll call: Buettner. (1)
Members voting abstaining on roll call: Tyler and Barfield. (2)
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Alderman Kinsella made a motion seconded by Alderman Gaa to approve the budget amendments as recommended by the Finance Director.
Members voting aye on roll call: Hazel, Kinsella, Pusa, Buettner, Randle, Tyler, Anthony, Ovian, Schaefer, Dintelman, Gaa, Stiehl and Barfield. (13)
Administration:
Alderman Hazel made a motion seconded by Alderman Tyler adopt a policy prohibiting sexual harassment.
Discussion.
Mayor Eckert stated the general assembly passed a legislation that within sixty (60) days that all cities must adopt this policy.
Members voting aye on roll call: Hazel, Kinsella, Pusa, Buettner, Randle, Tyler, Anthony, Ovian, Schaefer, Dintelman, Gaa, Stiehl and Barfield. (13)
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Alderman Kinsella made a motion seconded by Alderman Pusa to approve the following motions:
•Motion to approve scrapping a 1997 Ford F 150 due to blown engine (VIN # 1FTDF1726VNC01702) from the Street Department.
•Motion to approve scrapping Truck #33 2001 Mack 600 LE Garbage Truck (VIN #1M2AC07C11M003846) from the Sanitation Department.
• Motion to approve scrapping Truck #34 2000 Mack 600 LE Garbage Truck (VIN #1M2AC07C9YM003751) from the Sanitation Department.
•Motion to approve scrapping Truck #35 2001 Mack 600 LE Garbage Truck (VIN #1M2AC07CX1 M003845) from the Sanitation Department.
•Motion to approve scrapping Truck #40 1997 International Garbage Truck 4900 (VIN #1 HTSDADR1 VH480234) from the Sanitation Department.
•Motion to approve scrapping Truck #41 1997 International Garbage Truck 4900 (VIN #1 HTSDADR1VH480235) from the Sanitation Department.
All members voted aye.
Planning Commission:
Alderman Hazel made a motion seconded by Alderwoman Schaefer to approve Marco Plaza Plat | Final Plat/Glenwood Equities.
Members voting aye on roll call: Hazel, Kinsella, Pusa, Buettner, Randle, Tyler, Anthony, Ovian, Schaefer, Dintelman, Gaa, Stiehl and Barfield. (13)
Board Of Fire And Police Commission:
Alderman Anthony made a motion seconded by Alderman Hazel to promote Police Officer Mark Kroenig to Sergeant effective December 19, 2017 at 12:01 am.
Members voting aye on roll call: Hazel, Kinsella, Pusa, Buettner, Randle, Tyler, Anthony, Ovian, Schaefer, Dintelman, Gaa, Stiehl and Barfield. (13)
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Alderman Ovian made a motion seconded by Alderman Dintelman to promote Police Master Sergeant Gary Becker to Lieutenant effective January 11, 2018 at 12:01 am.
Members voting aye on roll call: Hazel, Kinsella, Pusa, Buettner, Randle, Tyler, Anthony, Ovian, Schaefer, Dintelman, Gaa, Stiehl and Barfield. (13)
Zoning Board:
Alderwoman Pusa made motion Seconded by Alderwoman Stiehl to approve 66-Nov 17-Phillips Investments, LLC (Villas of Holly Brook) - A request for a Use Variance to permit homes for the aged in the form of assisted living and memory care facilities at 2956 Gina Marie Lane & various adjacent properties located in an "A-1" Single Family Residence District. Applicable Section of the Zoning Code: 162,093, 162.570) Ward 8 (Parcels: 08-30.0-102-001, 08-30.0-102-024, 08-30.0-102-023, 08-30.0-102-022,08-30.0-102021, 08-30.0-102-020, 08-30.0-102-019, 08-30.0-102-018, 08-30.0-102-017, 08-30.0-102-016, 08-30.0-102-015, 08-30.0-102-014, 08-30.0-102-013, 08-30.0-102-012, 08-30.0-102-011, 0830.0-102-010. 08-30.0-102-009, 08-30.0-103-001, 08-30.0-103-002, 08-30.0-103-003, 0830.0 103-004, 08-30.0-103-005, 08- 30.0-103-006, 08-30.0-103-007, 08-30.0-103-014, 08-30.0- 103-013, 08-30.0-103-012, 08-30.0-103-011, 08-30.0-103-010. 08-30.0-103-009, 08-30.0-103008, 08-30.0-104-002, 08-30.0-104-003, 08-30.0-104-004, 08-30.0-104-005, 08-30.0-104-006, 08-30.0-104-007, 08-30.0-104-008, 08-30.0-104-009). Approved by a unanimous vote of all members present.
Discussion.
Alderwoman Pusa stated she attended the meeting and said this is probably the best thing that can happen for the city in that area.
Alderman Barfield stated he went to the Autumn Woods neighborhood and knocked on doors and the response was the impact on the neighborhood i.e. traffic. They would like to keep the neighborhood zoned single family.
Alderman Ovian asked if the medical director have a background in geriatric care; Mr. Phillips, the owner of the Villas of Holly Brook, stated they are licensed by the State of Illinois; therefore, the employees are qualified through the state standards and are qualified in geriatric care. Alderman Ovian asked if there will be a local physician as the medical director; Mr. Phillips stated they do not necessarily hire physicians, a lot of times there is an RN on staff 24/7. The State of Illinois does not require a physician on staff. Alderman Ovian asked if there will be federal subsidies; Mr. Phillips stated no this is private pay. Alderman Ovian asked if there have been any patient abuse cases reported in 2016 at any locations; Mr. Phillips stated they received five (5) perfect surveys on five different communities in Illinois.
Alderman Tyler asked if they intended to ask for TIF or rebates; Mayor Eckert stated they have asked the Economic Development department to talk with them.
Members voting aye on roll call: Hazel, Kinsella, Pusa, Anthony, Ovian, Schaefer, Dintelman, Gaa and Stiehl. (9)
Members voting nay on roll call: Buettner, Randle, Tyler and Barfield. (4)
Communications:
Alderman Hazel made a motion seconded by Alderman Gaa to approved the following communications:
Communication from Belleville School District 118 requesting to hold a 5K followed by a 1 mile fun run/walk on Saturday, October 27, 2018 starting at 8:30 am ending at 11:30 AM through Reunion and Westhaven Subdivision.
Communication from Trail Life USA Troop IL-0076 requesting to hold their Legacy Memorial Day 5K on Monday, May 28, 2018. Event will start at 9:00 am from Laderman Park and end at 10:00 am. Street closure at West Main between 2nd and 4th Streets, one lane minimum.
Communication from Belleville Main Street requesting approval for Ladies Night Out 2018. The dates of the event will be the third Thursday of the month from March through December starting at 5:00 pm ending at 8:00 pm. On June 21, 2018 and August 16, 2018 requesting the closure of the 1st block of North Church from East Main Street to the alley, use of Gaslight Park, electricity from the BASIC Building for music and trash toters and barricades as requested.
Communication from Belleville Main Street requesting approval for Sparkles, Suds & Sweets Walk on Friday, February 16, 2018. Event will start at 4:30 PM ending at 8:30 PM. No street closures or city services requested.
Communication from Belleville Main Street requesting approval for the Leprechaun 5K on Saturday, March 17, 2018. Event will start at 9:00 am ending at 10:30 am. There will be rolling street closures for this event beginning at 9:00 am to 10:30 am as required for the participants. Police Officers, barricades and no parking signs as requested.
Communication from Belleville Main Street requesting approval for the St. Pat's Block Party on Saturday, March 17, 2018. Event will start at 12:00 pm ending at 7:00 pm. Street closures begin at 12:00 pm (following the parade) ending at 8:00 pm. Requested street closures are East Main Street between Jackson and Charles; East Main Street between IL/159 and High Street; and 1st block of South High Street between East Main Street and East Washington Street. Police officers, barricades, posting of no parking signs, 3 Sewing machine drop-off only signs in city parking located at the NE corner of South High Street and East Washington, electrical panels and trash toters as requested.
Communication from Belleville Main Street requesting approval for the Home Brew & Music Walk 2018 on Saturday, April 28, 2018. Event will start at 4:00 pm ending at 9:00 pm. No Street closures or city services requested.
Communication from Belleville Main Street requesting approval for the Old Town Market 2018. Event will be every Saturday from May 5, 2018 through November 3, 2018 starting at 7:30 AM ending at noon. Street closure request is for first block of South Charles between East Main and East Washington. Street closure begins at 6:30 AM and reopens at 1:00 pm. Request use of city owned parking lots on the NW and NE corners of S Charles St and E Washington St for vendors, as necessary. The Saturdays of Art on the Square, Oktoberfest and Chili Cook-Off, S Charles St will be a detour route for traffic. Vendors will occupy the city owned parking lot on the NW corner of S Charles St and E Washington St during those events. Request further asks to provide a "pop-up" vendor the first Saturday of January, February and March on the city owned parking lot on the NE corner of S Charles St and E Washington St. Barricades, trash toters and port-a-potty as requested.
Communication from Belleville Main Street requesting approval for the Spring Progressive Dinner 2018 on Thursday, May 10, 2018. Event will start at 5:00 pm ending at 9:00 pm. No Street closures or city services requested.
Communication from Belleville Main Street requesting approval for the Craft Beer Walk 2018 on Saturday, June 16, 2018. Event begins at 4:00 pm ending at 9:00 pm. No street closures or city services requested.
Communication from Belleville Main Street requesting approval for the Downtown Sidewalk Sale 2018 Friday, July 27 and Saturday, 28, 2018. Event will start at 9:00 am ending at 7:00 pm. No street closures or city services requested.
Communication from Belleville Main Street requesting approval for the Fall Progressive Dinner 2018 on Thursday, September 28, 2018. Event will start at 5:00 pm ending at 9:00 pm. No street closures or city Services requested.
Communication from Belleville Main Street requesting approval for the Art & Wine Walk 2018 on Saturday, November 3, 2018. Event will start at 4:00 pm ending at 8:00 pm. No street closures or city services requested.
Members voting aye on roll call: Hazel, Kinsella, Pusa, Buettner, Randle, Tyler, Anthony, Ovian, Schaefer, Dintelman, Gaa, Stiehl and Barfield. (13)
Petitions:
None.
Resolutions:
Alderwoman Schaefer made a motion seconded by Alderman Hazel to read by title only and as a group Resolutions 3317 and 33.18.
All members voted aye.
AlderWoman Pusa made a motion seconded by Alderman Hazel to approve the following Resolutions:
Resolution 3317 A Resolution amending the annual budget of the City of Belleville, Illinois for the fiscal year beginning on the first day of May 2017 and ending on the 30th day of April, 201:8.
Resolution 33.18 A Resolution amending the annual budget of the City of Belleville, Illinois for the fiscal year beginning on the first day of May 2017 and ending on the 30th day of April, 2018.
Members voting aye on roll call: Hazel, Kinsella, Pusa, Buettner, Randle, Tyler, Anthony, Ovian, Schaefer, Dintelman, Gaa, Stiehl and Barfield. (13)
Ordinances
Alderwoman Schaefer made a motion seconded by Alderwoman Pusa to read by title only 81402017.
All members voted aye.
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Alderwoman Schaefer made a motion seconded by Alderman Kinsella to approve Ordinance 8140-2017. An ordinance providing for the Annual Tax Levy upon real estate situated within the corporate limits of the City of Belleville, in the County of St. Clair and the State of Illinois, subject to taxation, for the fiscal year commencing on the 1st day of May, 2017 and ending on the 30th day of April, 2018.
Members voting aye on roll call: Hazel, Kinsella, Pusa, Randle, Anthony, Ovian, Schaefer, Dintelman, Gaa and Stiehl. (10)
Members voting nay on roll call: Buettner. (1)
Members voting abstaining on roll call: Tyler and Barfield. (2)
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Alderman Kinsella made a motion seconded by Alderwoman Pusa to read by title only 81412017.
All members voted aye.
Alderwoman Schaefer made a motion seconded by Alderwoman Stiehl to approve Ordinance 814.1-2017An Ordinance adopting a policy prohibiting sexual harassment.
Members voting aye on roll call: Hazel, Kinsella, Pusa, Buettner, Randle, Tyler, Anthony, Ovian, Schaefer, Dintelman, Gaa, Stiehl and Barfield. (13)
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Alderman Hazel made a motion seconded by Alderwoman Schaefer to read by title only and a group 8142-2017, 8143-2017, 8144-2017,8145-2017,8146-2017, 8147-2017, 8148-2017.
All members voted aye.
Alderman Hazel made a motion seconded by Alderwoman Schaefer to approve the following Ordinances:
Ordinance 8142-2017. An Ordinance authorizing sale/conversion of personal property (1997 Ford F-150 - Street Department Vehicle).
Ordinance 8143-2017. An Ordinance authorizing sale/conversion of personal property (Truck 33 - 2001 Mack 600 LE Garbage Truck - Sanitation Department Vehicle).
Ordinance 8144-2017. An Ordinance authorizing sale/conversion of personal property (Truck 34-2000 Mack 600 LE Garbage Truck - Sanitation Department Vehicle).
Ordinance 8145-2017An Ordinance authorizing sale/conversion of personal property (Truck 35 - 2001 Mack 600 LE Garbage Truck - Sanitation Department Vehicle).
Ordinance 8146-2017. An Ordinance authorizing sale/conversion of personal property (Truck 40 - 1997 International Garbage Truck 4900 - Sanitation Department Vehicle).
Ordinance 8147-2017. An Ordinance authorizing sale/conversion of personal property (Truck 41 - 1997 International Garbage Truck 4900 - Sanitation Department Vehicle).
Members voting aye on roll call: Hazel, Kinsella, Pusa, Buettner, Randle, Tyler, Anthony, Ovian, Schaefer, Dintelman, Gaa, Stiehl and Barfield. (13)
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Alderman Hazel made a motion seconded by Alderwoman Schaefer to read by title only 81482017.
All members voted aye.
Alderwoman Schaefer made a motion seconded by Alderman Gaa to approve Ordinance 8148-2017. A Zoning Ordinance In Re Case #66NOV17 Phillips Investments, LLC (Villas of Holly Brook).
Members Voting aye on roll call: Hazel, Kinsella, Pusa, Anthony, Ovian, Schaefer, Dintelman, Gaa and Stiehl. (9)
Members voting nay on roll call: Buettner, Randle, Tyler and Barfield. (4)
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AlderWoman Schaefer made a motion seconded by Alderman Dintelman to read by title only 81.49-2017.
All members voted aye.
Alderwoman Schaefer made a motion seconded by Alderwoman Pusa to approve Ordinance 81.49-2017. An Ordinance approving the final plat of Marco Plaza plat I/Glenwood Equities.
Members voting aye on roll call: Hazel, Kinsella, Pusa, Buettner, Randle, Tyler, Anthony, Ovian, Schaefer, Dintelman, Gaa, Stiehl and Barfield. (13)
Alderman Dintelman made a motion seconded by Alderwoman Schaefer to read by title only 8150-2017.
All members voted aye.
Alderwoman Pusa made a motion seconded by Alderwoman Stiehl to approve Ordinance 8150-2017. An Ordinance abating all taxes hereto levied for the year 2017 to pay the principal of the interest of general obligation bonds of the City of Belleville, Illinois.
Members voting aye on roll call: Hazel, Kinsella, Pusa, Buettner, Randle, Tyler, Anthony, Ovian, Schaefer, Dintelman, Gaa, Stiehl and Barfield. (13)
Unfinished Business:
None.
Miscellaneous & New Business:
Alderman Barfield made a motion seconded by Alderwoman Schaefer to approve the Motor Fuel Claims in the Amount of S26,778.91.
Members voting aye on roll call: Hazel, Kinsella, Pusa, Buettner, Randle, Tyler, Anthony, Ovian, Schaefer, Dintelman, Gaa, Stiehl and Barfield. (13)
Executive Session:
Alderman Randle made a motion seconded by Alderwoman Pusa to go into executive session to discuss personnel, litigation, Workers compensation, property acquisition, transfer of property, review of executive session minutes (5 ILCS 120/2(c)(21)).
All members voted aye.
Entered executive session at 8:24 p.m.
Resumed from Executive Session at 8:50 p.m.
Alderman Randle made a motion seconded by Alderwoman Schaefer to approve and release or maintain confidentiality of the executive session minutes from 1995 to 2012 as set forth in the city attorney's memo on review of executive session minutes dated December 18, 2017.
Executive session minutes of the following City Council Meetings be released as public because the need for confidentiality no longer exists:
December 4, 1995 September 8, 1998 January 18, 2000 November 7, 2005
January 10, 1996 October 5, 1998 March 6, 2000 November 21, 2005
February 5, 1996 December 7, 1998 April 17, 2000 December 19, 2005
February 19, 1996 March 1, 1999 August 7, 2000 October 16, 2006
March 4, 1996 March 15, 1999 August 21, 2000 November 17, 2008
March 18, 1996 April 5, 1999 February 2, 2000 October 19, 2009
April 1, 1996 April 19, 1999 January 16, 2001 February 16, 2010
May 20, 1996 May 7, 1999 February 19, 2001 August 16, 2010
February 17, 1997 May 17, 1999 March 5, 2001 September 7, 2010
March 3, 1997 July 19, 1999 March 19, 2001 October 4, 2010
June 2, 1997 August 2, 1999 April 16, 2001 December 20, 2010
February 16, 1998 October 4, 1999 April 30, 2001 March 7, 2011
March 10, 1998 October 18, 1999 March 4, 2002 March 18, 2011
June 1, 1998 November 15, 1999 May 20, 2002 September 19, 2011
June 21, 1998 December 6, 1999 June 17, 2002 November 21, 2011
August 17, 1998 December 20, 1999 September 16, 2002 February 6, 2012
August 17, 1998 January 3, 2000 October 21, 2002 November 19, 2012
Executive session minutes remain so because the need for confidentiality still exists:
February 20, 1995 December 15, 1997 February 5, 2001 July 2, 2001
March 2, 1995 February 21, 2000 June 4, 2001 September 4, 2001
November 3, 1997 June 5, 2000 June 18, 2001 June 3, 2002
Members voting aye on roll call: Hazel, Kinsella, Pusa, Buettner, Randle, Tyler, Anthony, Ovian, Schaefer, Dintelman, Gaa, Stiehl and Barfield. (13)
Adjournment:
Alderman Dintelman made a motion seconded by Alderman Hazel to adjourn at 8:51 pm.
All members voted aye.
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