City of Belleville City Council met February 20.
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 Meyer to call roll. Members present on roll call: Alderman Hazel, Alderwoman Pusa, Alderman Buettner, Alderman Randle, Alderman Tyler, Alderman Anthony, Alderman Ovian, Alderwoman Schaefer, Alderman Dintelman, Alderman Gaa, Alderwoman Stiehl, Alderman Weygandt, Alderman Elmore, Alderman Wigginton and Alderman Barfield.
Members absent on roll call: Alderman Kinsella.
Roll Call Department Heads:
Roll Call Department Heads: City Treasurer Hardt and Assistant City Attorney Flynn. Fire Chief Tom Pour; Finance Director, Jamie Maitret; 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.
City Attorney Hoerner, Police Chief, Bill Clay and Director of Wastewater, Royce Carlisle excused.
Pledge:
Mayor Eckert led the Pledge of Allegiance.
Public Hearing:
None.
Public Participation:
Stewart Lannert-
Mr. Lannert stated the City has requested that public participation be directed to what is on the agenda. What is on the agenda is cut and dried and decided long before the meeting starts.
As far as Frisbee golf at Bicentennial Park it is a bad idea. The carpet and tile in the city council chambers takes two different types of cleaner (vacuum for the carpet and a mop for the tile). This is a poor design and should have been designed with one cleaning operation.
When is the beer hall opening? It was supposed to open on February 26th but didn't say a time. What happens if it loses money like the airport.
The house on McClintock should have been monitored closer to see if it conforms to code.
There are too many police cars around Lindenwood. The Lindenwood police should have proper training. The Belleville police have enough to do.
Presentations, Recognitions & Appointments:
Mike Toolen, Sarah West, Dan Trapp, Rebecca Wohltman, Sean Toolen and other members of the Belleville Main Street Marathon planning committee presented a check to the Belleville Parks and Recreation Department with proceeds from the Second Annual Belleville Main Street Marathon that took place Sept. 30, 2017. Proceeds from the marathon are split between the Parks and Recreation Department and Backstoppers.
Approval Of Minutes:
Alderwoman Schaefer made a motion seconded by Alderman Wigginton to accept and file the minutes of City Council Minutes dated February 5, 2018 and Executive Session Minutes dated February 5, 2018.
All members voted aye.
Claims, Payroll, And Disbursements:
Alderman Anthony made a motion seconded by Alderman Dintelman to approve claims and disbursements in the amount of $1,294,201.62 and payroll in the amount of $853,694.88.
Members voting aye on roll call: Hazel, Pusa, Buettner, Randle, Tyler, Anthony, Ovian, Schaefer, Dintelman, Gaa, Stiehl, Weygandt, Elmore, Wigginton and Barfield. (15)
Reports:
Alderman Elmore made a motion seconded by Alderwoman Schaefer to receive and file for audit the Treasurer Report-January 2018. Statement of Cash and Investments Report-January 2018.
All members voted aye.
Oral Reports:
Traffic Committee:
Alderman Ovian made a motion seconded by Alderman Randle to approve No Parking Loading Zone signs on the west side of North 30th Street from West Main Street to alley.
All members voted aye.
Finance Committee:
Alderwoman Pusa made a motion seconded by Alderwoman Stiehl to approve Professional Services Agreement with EWR Architects, not to exceed $12,000, for Design and Other Services Related to Roof Repairs, Window Replacement, and ADA Improvements to 510-512 West Main.
Discussion.
Alderman Buettner asked what budget will the $12,000 be taken from; Director of Finance, Jamie Maitret, stated it will be split with Community General Assistance and TIF. Alderman Buettner stated the $12,000 is for the study; therefore, how much money will it take for the project; Mayor Eckert stated until the bids are received the top end could be around $40,000.
Mayor Eckert stated when the city knew at the time they purchased the building the roof had ten (10) years left which was in 2007. The room was not used until City Hall was under renovation.
Members voting aye on roll call: Hazel, Pusa, Randle, Tyler, Anthony, Ovian, Schaefer, Dintelman, Gaa, Stiehl, Weygandt, Elmore, Wigginton and Barfield. (14)
Members voting nay on roll call: Buettner. (1)
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Alderwoman Pusa made a motion seconded by Alderwoman Schaefer to approve new contract with Watts Copy Machines.
Discussion.
Director of Finance, Jamie Maitret, stated the City is currently under contract with Watts for another year and this includes all machines in city departments. With the new contract comes new machines in most departments, extend the contract out for five (5) years and add four new machines to offices in need. With this the contract will decrease the monthly cost $100. Members voting aye on roll call: Hazel, Pusa, Buettner, Randle, Tyler, Anthony, Ovian, Schaefer, Dintelman, Gaa, Stiehl, Weygandt, Elmore, Wigginton and Barfield. (15)
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Alderwoman Pusa made a motion seconded by Alderwoman Schaefer to approve closing Fund 45 (2015 PD Project Construction) and corresponding checking account.
Members voting aye on roll call: Hazel, Pusa, Buettner, Randle, Tyler, Anthony, Ovian, Schaefer, Dintelman, Gaa, Stiehl, Weygandt, Elmore, Wigginton and Barfield. (15)
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Alderwoman Pusa made a motion seconded by Alderwoman Schaefer motion to approve the budget amendment as recommended by the Finance Director.
Members voting aye on roll call: Hazel, Pusa, Buettner, Randle, Tyler, Anthony, Ovian, Schaefer, Dintelman, Gaa, Stiehl, Weygandt, Elmore, Wigginton and Barfield. (15)
Economic Development & Annexation Committee:
Alderwoman Pusa made a motion seconded by Alderman Gaa motion to approve a development agreement with Tygracon Properties Inc. for the remodeling of the existing facility located at 300 E. Main Street.
Members voting aye on roll call: Hazel, Pusa, Buettner, Randle, Tyler, Anthony, Ovian, Schaefer, Dintelman, Gaa, Stiehl, Weygandt, Elmore, Wigginton and Barfield. (15)
Streets And Grades Committee:
Alderman Wigginton made a motion seconded by Alderman Dintelman to approve SCI Engineering, Inc for Consulting and Engineering Services at various locations. (MFT/TIF Funds)
Members voting aye on roll call: Hazel, Pusa, Buettner, Randle, Tyler, Anthony, Ovian, Schaefer, Dintelman, Gaa, Stiehl, Weygandt, Elmore, Wigginton and Barfield. (15)
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Alderman Wigginton made a motion seconded by Alderman Dintelman to approve Kaskaskia Engineering Inc. in the amount of $195,971.00 for the Centreville Ave from St. Clair to West Lincoln St improvements. (TIF FUND) Members voting aye on roll call: Hazel, Pusa, Buettner, Randle, Tyler, Anthony, Ovian, Schaefer, Dintelman, Gaa, Stiehl, Weygandt, Elmore, Wigginton and Barfield. (15)
Ordinance And Legal Committee:
Alderman Wigginton made a motion seconded by Alderwoman Stiehl to approve revising Chapter 154 (Property Maintenance Code), Section 154.46 (Rental Property Registration Form) of the Revised Code of Ordinances of Belleville, IL.
Members voting aye on roll call: Hazel, Pusa, Buettner, Randle, Tyler, Anthony, Ovian, Schaefer, Dintelman, Gaa, Stiehl, Weygandt, Elmore, Wigginton and Barfield. (15)
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Alderman Wigginton made a motion seconded by Alderman Hazel to approve revising Title V (Public Works), Chapter 51 (Industrial Pretreatment) of the Revised Code of Ordinances of Belleville, IL.
Members voting aye on roll call: Hazel, Pusa, Buettner, Randle, Tyler, Anthony, Ovian, Schaefer, Dintelman, Gaa, Stiehl, Weygandt, Elmore, Wigginton and Barfield. (15)
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Alderman Wigginton made a motion seconded by Alderwoman Pusa to approve revising Chapter 121 (Liquor Code), Section 121.28 (Underage Sales), of the Revised Code of Ordinances of Belleville, IL.
Members voting aye on roll call: Hazel, Pusa, Buettner, Randle, Tyler, Anthony, Ovian, Schaefer, Dintelman, Gaa, Stiehl, Weygandt, Elmore, Wigginton and Barfield. (15)
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Alderman Wigginton made a motion seconded by Alderwoman Pusa to approve revising Title XI (Business Regulations). Chapter 118 (Food and Beverage Businesses), Section 118.16 (Convenience Stores - Definitions) of the Revised Code of Ordinance of Belleville, IL.
Discussion.
Mayor Eckert stated convenience stores could never have gaming or sell alcohol that was open. The State of Illinois has a truck stop ordinance that the City of Belleville adopted for Jack Flash. This allows gaming; however, no pour alcohol. They have to be on a minimum of 3 acres, they have to sell 10,000 gallons of diesel fuel.
There is a request for another truck stop at location of 161 and Fullerton. Moto would like to put a large Moto there. This will adjust the ordinance that was passed amend to say instead of two miles from an interstate that these facilities must be on a state highway and must have a minimum building size of at least 5000 sq. ft.
Swansea City Council approved this. Mayor Eckert stated the city has been trying for 13 years while he has been mayor to try and get something at this location. Alderman Buettner asked if they will have gambling at the new location; Mayor Eckert stated they will have a gaming room and there will be no open liquor.
Members voting aye on roll call: Hazel, Pusa, Buettner, Randle, Tyler, Anthony, Ovian, Schaefer, Dintelman, Gaa, Stiehl, Weygandt, Elmore, Wigginton and Barfield. (15)
Administration:
Alderman Tyler made a motion seconded by Alderman Dintelman to approve the revised Director of Human Resources & Community Development Job Description.
Members voting aye on roll call: Hazel, Pusa, Buettner, Randle, Tyler, Anthony, Ovian, Schaefer, Dintelman, Gaa, Stiehl, Weygandt, Elmore, Wigginton and Barfield. (15)
Communications:
Alderwoman Schaefer made a motion seconded by Alderman Dintelman to approve the following Communications:
LU Urban Warrior Games, Saturday, 4/14/2018-
Communication from Lindenwood University-Belleville, Sport Management Group requesting to hold LU Urban Warrior Games on Saturday, April 14, 2018 at Jaycee Park. Event starts at 10:00am and ends at 7:00 pm. City services requested: trash containers, picnic tables and electric as available at the Park.
Races for Rescues 5K, Sunday, 4/22/2018-
Communication from Belleville Area Humane Society requesting to hold “Race for Rescues” 5K and one mile fun walk on April 22, 2018 at 9:00am. Street closure of Belleville West Parkway from Frank Scott Parkway to Route 15 will begin at 8:45am until 10:15am during the 5k. City services requested: police officer, barricades, trash toters, picnic tables and safety cones.
Annual Law Day Run, Saturday, 4/28/2018-
Communication from St. Clair County Bar Association requesting permission to hold their 17th Annual 5K run and 1K Youth Fun Run on April 28, 2018, from 9:00am to 12:00pm with rolling street closures along route. Start and Finish line street closures begin at 8:30am to 12:00pm on North High Street from East Main Street to East "A" Street and East "A" Street from North High Street to Jackson Street, City services requested: No Parking signs, flashing stop lights, trash toters, picnic tables, barricades, route chalker and six police officers
Belleville Senior Celebration, Friday, 5/11/2018-
Communication from Southwestern Illinois College Programs and Services for Older Persons and City of Belleville requesting to hold their Belleville Senior Celebration on May 11, 2018 from 10:00am to 2:00pm at 201 North Church Street. Street closures begin 7:30am to 3:30pm for the for the 200 Block of North Church Street between East "B" Street and East "C" Street. Request to reserve city parking lot at corner of North Jackson Street and East "B" Street, City services requested: barricades, picnic tables, trash toters and signage.
Art on the Square, Thursday 5/17/2018 to Sunday 5/20/2018-
Communication from Art on the Square to hold their annual art show from Friday, May 18, 2018 to Sunday, May 20, 2018. Street closures begin 12:00pm on Thursday, May 17, 2018 and re-open by 11:00pm on Sunday, May 20, 2018 for one block north, south, east and west of the Belleville Public Square. City services requested: barricades, police officers, picnic tables, trash toters.
Shriner's 5K, Friday, 6/1/2018-
Communication from Shriner's Parade 5K Committee requesting to hold a 5k prior to the parade starting at 6:15 p.m. from Union United Methodist Church to North 15th Street. Street closure from Douglas Ave to Forest 5:00pm for start/finish set-up. Streets re-open after the parade. Rolling street closures along route during the 5k to re-open after the parade. City services requested: police officers as requested for parade, tables, chairs, trash toters, water jugs, rakes, barricades, safety cones and safety vests.
Ogre & Princess 5K, Saturday, 10/13/2018-
Communication from Ogles Watch Neighborhood Association requesting to hold a 5 K on October 13, 2018 starting at 8:30 am ending at 10:30am. Event will start and end at St. Matthew UMC. No closures and no city services.
Belleville Christkindlmarkt, Friday 11/23/2018 to Sunday 12/23/2018-
Communication from BCEO/Belleville Christkindlmarkt requesting to hold the Annual Belleville Christkindlmarkt from November 23rd daily through December 23rd held on the southeast and northeast quadrant of the public square. Opening Ceremonies will commence with the lighting of the tree and concert on the northwest quadrant of the public square on Friday, November 23rd, 6:00pm to 9:00pm with street closure of West Main Street from First Street to Illinois Street, 6:00pm to 11:00pm. City services requested: police officers, trash toters, picnic tables, water barriers, and electric.
Belleville Marathon Saturday, September 29, 2018-
Communication from Belleville Main Street Marathon requesting to hold the annual Belleville Marathon on September 29, 2018, 7:00am to 2:00pm. Street closure of West Main Street from Illinois Street to 2nd Street, 5:00am to 4:00pm. City services requested: trash toters, police officers, rices requested: trash toters, police officers, picnic tables, electric, flashing lights placed along major intersections.
BASIC Teeter-totter Display, Monday, March 19, 2018 through Friday, April 20, 2018.-
Communication from BASIC Youth Board to place a special designed teeter-totter on the northeast quadrant of the Public Square for four(4) weeks prior to their Teeter-totter Event on April 20, 2018 to raise awareness and promote the BASIC Youth Board members achievements. Teetertotter will be surrounded by fencing with a lock and signage of its significance.
Keep Belleville Beautiful City-Wide Litter Pick Up, Saturday, April 28, 2018.-
Communication from BASIC Youth Board to hold a Keep Belleville Beautiful City-Wide Litter Pick Up on April 28, 2018 as a volunteer extension of Belleville Helping Belleville Day.
All members voted aye.
Petitions:
None.
Resolutions:
Alderman Hazel made a motion seconded by Alderwoman Pusa to read by title only and as a group Resolution 3322, 3323 and 3324.
All members voted aye.
Alderwoman Schaefer made a motion seconded by Alderman Dintelman to approved the following Resolutions:
Resolution 3322-
A Resolution approving the transfer of Volume Cap in connection with Private Activity Bond Issues, and related matters.
Resolution 3323-
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.
Resolution No. 3324-
A Resolution requesting permission from IDOT to close Route 159 for Art on the Square - May 17-20, 2018.
Members voting aye on roll call: Hazel, Pusa, Buettner, Randle, Tyler, Anthony, Ovian, Schaefer, Dintelman, Gaa, Stiehl, Weygandt, Elmore, Wigginton and Barfield. (15)
Ordinances:
Alderman Wigginton made a motion seconded by Alderman Gaa to read by title only and as a group 8170-2018, 8171-2018, 8172-2018, 8173-2018, 8174-2018 and 8175-2018.
All members voted aye.
Alderwoman Schaefer made a motion seconded by Alderman Wigginton to approve the following ordinances:
Ordinance 8170-2018-
A Zoning Ordinance In Re: 01-JAN-18 Adam Karr.
Ordinance 8171-2018-
An Ordinance amending Chapter 76 (Parking Schedules) of the Revised Code of Ordinances of Belleville, IL.
Ordinance 8172-2018-
An Ordinance revising Chapter 154 (Property Maintenance Code), Section 154.46 (Rental Property Registration Form) of the Revised Code of Ordinances of Belleville, IL.
Ordinance 8173-2018-
An Ordinance revising Title V (Public Works), Chapter 51 (Industrial Pretreatment) of the Revised Code of Ordinances of Belleville, IL.
Ordinance 8174-2018-
An Ordinance approve revising Chapter 121 (Liquor Code), Section 121.28 (Underage Sales), of the Revised Code of Ordinances of Belleville, IL.
Ordinance 8175-2018-
Motion to approve revising Title XI (Business Regulations), Chapter 118 (Food and Beverage Businesses), Section 118.16 (Convenience Stores -Definitions) of the Revised Code of Ordinance of Belleville, IL.
Members voting aye on roll call: Hazel, Pusa, Buettner, Randle, Tyler, Anthony, Ovian, Schaefer, Dintelman, Gaa, Stiehl, Weygandt, Elmore, Wigginton and Barfield. (15)
Unfinished Business:
None.
Miscellaneous & New Business:
Mayor Eckert welcomed Rich Peppers back after heart surgery.
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Alderman Dintelman made a motion seconded by Alderwoman Stiehl to approve the Motor Fuel Claims in the Amount of $27,509.98.
Members voting aye on roll call: Hazel, Pusa, Buettner, Randle, Tyler, Anthony, Ovian, Schaefer, Dintelman, Gaa, Stiehl, Weygandt, Elmore, Wigginton and Barfield. (15)
Mayor Eckert announced there will be a Special Finance meeting and possible Special City Council during February 2018.
Executive Session:
Alderman Elmore made a motion seconded by Alderwoman Schaefer to go into executive session to discuss collective bargaining, personnel, litigation, workers' compensation, property acquisition, transfer of property.
All members voted aye.
Entered executive session at 7:41 p.m. Resumed from Executive Session at 7:43 p.m.
Alderwoman Schaefer made a motion seconded by Alderman Hazel to accept the Memorandum of Understanding with Teamsters Clerical 50.
Members voting aye on roll call: Hazel, Pusa, Buettner, Randle, Tyler, Anthony, Ovian, Schaefer, Dintelman, Gaa, Stiehl, Weygandt, Elmore, Wigginton and Barfield. (15)
Adjournment:
Alderman Randle made a motion seconded by Alderwoman Pusa to adjourn at 7:44 pm.
All members voted aye.
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