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Alton City Council met March 14.

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 Deputy Police Chief Buhs to lead the Pledge to the Flag.

Mayor Walker presented the following announcement of Alton being in the Top 5 for a chance to be the next host city on the Hulu Series for the Small Business Revolution – Main Street. We need your votes for the chance at a $500,000 revitalization that will be featured on Season 3 of Small Business Revolution – Main Street.

Bid Opening:

Mayor Walker presented the following:

Bid Opening – Proposal-Sale Of 2411 Salu Street, Alton, Illinois.

At this time, Mayor Walker opened one (1) Bid Proposal received on January 25, 2018 at 11:33 p.m. The Bid was submitted by Fred’s Towing Inc., in the amount of $20,385.50 contingent upon the Fred’s Towing Inc. ability to petition the Plan Commission for rezoning that lot to a zoning district that will allow us to expand our business and utilize that lot for property located at 2411 Salu Street, Alton, Illinois. Mr. Brake made a motion that we accept the best bid from Fred’s Towing Inc. as presented to the Council tonight for the purchase of 2411 Salu Street and that the Mayor be authorized to sign acceptance of that bid proposal on behalf of the City of Alton. Mr. Boulds seconded the motion. The motion passed by the following vote:

Ayes: Campbell, MacAfee, Velloff, Smith, Brake, Elliott, Boulds – 7

Nays: None – 0

Mayor Walker presented the following:

Bid Opening – Proposal-Sale Of 20 Chessen Lane, Alton, Illinois.

Mayor Walker opened one (1) Bid Proposal received on February 12, 2018 at 12:34 p.m.

At this time Corporation Counselor Jim Schrempf read the Bid that was submitted by Bruce Hauk, President of Illinois-American Water Company the following bid proposal on behalf of Illinois American Water Company for the purchase of all of the assets of the Wastewater System of the City of Alton in the amount of Fifty Million ($50,000.000) or Fifty Three Million Eight Hundred Thousand ($53,800.000) or Sixty Million ($60,000.000) each amount based on corresponding proposal set forth on pages 5 to 7 for property located at 20 Chessen Lane, Alton, Illinois. Mr. Boulds made a motion that the proposal received from Illinois American Water company be referred to the Mayor, Corporation Counselor, Comptroller, Public Works Director, and Treasurer for review with their recommendation to be presented at the next City Council meeting. Mrs. MacAfee seconded the motion. The motion passed by the following vote:

Ayes: Campbell, MacAfee, Velloff, Smith, Brake, Boulds – 6

Nays: Elliott - 1

Council Minutes, Communications And Report Of Officers:

The Clerk presented the following Council Meeting Minutes of January 24, 2018 and the following Communications: Madison County Clerk’s Office, Debra D. Ming-Mendoza, County Clerk, re: 2017 Levy Confirmation for City of Alton; Madison County Clerk’s Office, Debra D. Ming-Mendoza, County Clerk, re: 2017 Levy Confirmation for Alton Township and the following Report of Officers: Department of Building and Zoning, re: Monthly Report for January, 2018; Civil Service Commission, re: 2017 Annual Report; City Treasurer, re: Monthly Report for January, 2018; Alton Fire Department, re: Monthly Fire Damage Report to Assessor’s Office for January, 2018; Alton Fire Department, re: Largest Single Fire Loss for January, 2018; Alton Fire Department, re: Estimated Fire Loss for January, 2018. Mr. Boulds made a motion, seconded by Mr. Campbell, that said Minutes, Communications and Report of Officers be placed on file. The Chair so ordered.

Petitions:

The Clerk presented the following Petition, re: Jay H. Stanley, re: Special Use Permit at 626 E. Broadway to open a sound studio. Mr. Boulds made a motion, seconded by Mrs. MacAfee, 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 February 12, 2018; Resolution, re: Discount and Special Bills paid; Resolution, re: That its officials and agents are hereby authorized to pursue appropriate legal action against such properties in the Circuit Court 1300 Hayden; Resolution, re: That officials of the Dept. of Development & Housing are hereby authorized and directed to accept transfer of real property commonly known as 1258 State St.; Laid Over Resolution, re: 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 Avenue Sewer Improvements project; Resolution, re: Public Works Director of the City of Alton has requested permission to purchase certain camera equipment to be used in the sewer system in the City of Alton; Resolution, re: That the City Treasurer is authorized and directed to make payment from the Lucy Haskell Playhouse Committee Fund to SnM Works LLC; Resolution, re: That its officials and agents are hereby authorized to pursue appropriate legal action against such properties in the Circuit Court 1106 Garden; Resolution, re: That the Public Works Director is hereby authorized to purchase a Duramax Patcher from William Nobbe and that the Comptroller shall seek additional proposals for the financing of said equipment from various local financial institutions; Laid Over Resolution, re: Prospect Street Sewer Improvements.; Laid Over Resolution, re: Holman Street Sanitary Sewer Improvements; Laid Over Resolution, re: Broadway- Wall St. Alley Reconstruction; Laid Over Resolution, re: Sunken Garden Separation Project; Resolution, re: Bid #2018-05, Asbestos Abatement at 3 Signal Drive for the Building and Zoning Department; Resolution, re: Bid #2018-06; Demolition of 9 Houses for the Building and Zoning Department. 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 February 12, 2018 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, 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:

1300 Hayden

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, Illinois, that officials of the Dept. of Development & Housing are hereby authorized and directed to accept transfer of real property identified by Parcel Index Number(s): 23-2-07-11-09-101-046 and -047, commonly known as 1258 State St., subject to appropriate title search and review. 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 Public Works Director of the City of Alton has requested permission to purchase certain camera equipment to be used in the sewer system in the City of Alton; and

Whereas, the Public Works Director is advised that this camera equipment needed by the City of Alton must be compatible with our existing systems and is only available from one manufacturer whose product is distributed locally by E. J. Equipment Inc. of 6949 N. 3000 E. Road, Manteno, Illinois 60950.

Now Therefore Be It Resolved By The City Council Of The City Of Alton, Illinois that the Public Works Director is hereby authorized to purchase at a total cost of $26,451.45 the camera equipment as more fully detailed in the attached price quote from E J Equipment Inc. 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 City of Alton holds the Lucy Haskell Playhouse Committee Fund; and

Whereas, the Lucy Haskell Playhouse Committee at its January meeting recommended approval of a payment to SnM Works LLC in the amount of $300.00.

Now Therefore Be It Resolved By The City Council Of The City Of Alton, Illinois that the City Treasurer is hereby authorized and directed to make payment from the Lucy Haskell Playhouse Committee Fund to SnM Works LLC in the amount of $300.00 pursuant to the minutes and invoice attached hereto. Mrs. MacAfee made a motion, seconded by Mr. Velloff, 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, 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:

931 College

Mrs. MacAfee made a motion, seconded by Ms. Smith, 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, 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:

1106 Garden

Mrs. MacAfee made a motion, seconded by Ms. Smith, 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 Public Works Director of the City of Alton has recommended the purchase of a street patching machine known as a Duramax Patcher as described in the attached documents from an authorized dealer, William Nobbe, 3573 Veterans Memorial Parkway, Saint Charles, Missouri 63033. The Duramax Patcher will come with a cab and chassis being a 2018 Kenworth; and

Whereas, the total purchase price of the aforesaid equipment is $206,000.00; and

Whereas, financing has been offered from the dealer for a five (5) year term with semi- annual payments required at an interest rate of 3.66% per annum.

Now Therefore Be It Resolved By The City Council Of The City Of Alton, Illinois that the Public Works Director is hereby authorized to purchase a Duramax Patcher at a total cost of $206,000.00 from William Nobbe located at 3573 Veterans Memorial Parkway, Saint Charles, Missouri 63033; and

Be It Further Resolved, that the Comptroller shall seek additional proposals for the financing of said equipment from various local financial institutions with the goal of obtaining competitive quotes for the financing of said equipment; and

Be It Further Resolved, that the Comptroller shall select and procure the financing determined by the Comptroller to be in the best interest of the City of Alton. 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

At this time Ms. Smith made a motion for the suspension of the rules to remove from Committee and allow to act on the four bid reports and resolutions, shown as items 13-16 on the committee report. Mr. Boulds seconded the motion. The motion passed by the following vote:

Ayes: Campbell, MacAfee, Velloff, Smith, Brake, Elliott, Boulds, Mayor Walker – 8

Nays: None – 0

Ms. Smith made a motion, to approve the bid reports and resolutions as presented to the Committee last Monday for the Prospect Street Sewer Improvements, Holman Street Sanitary Sewer Improvements, Broadway Wall Street Alley Reconstruction and Sunken Garden Separation Project. Mr. Boulds seconded the motion. 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 for Asbestos Abatement at 3 Signal Drive in the amount of $ 12,470.00, be awarded for Bid #2018 – 05 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 bids of Stutz Excavating Inc, Supreme Trucking & Excavating, and S. Shafer Excavating, Inc for demolition of 9 Houses as listed in the attached Bid Tabulations document be awarded for Bid #2018 – 06 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. 7616. An Ordinance establishing licensing for the business of supplying residential rental properties in the City of Alton. Mrs. MacAfee made a motion, seconded by Mr. Boulds, that said ordinance be Laid Over. The Chair so ordered.

Mayor Pro Tem MacAfee presented the following ordinance for first reading.

Ordinance No. 7617. An Ordinance repealing a handicapped parking space at 627 Liberty Street, Alton, Illinois. Mrs. MacAfee made a motion, seconded by Mr. Velloff, that said ordinance be Laid Over. The Chair so ordered.

Mayor Pro Tem MacAfee presented the following ordinance for first reading.

Ordinance No. 7618. An Ordinance prohibiting the use of groundwater as a potable water supply by the installation or use of potable water supply wells or by any other method. Mrs. MacAfee made a motion, seconded by Mr. Boulds, that said ordinance be Laid Over. The Chair so ordered.

Mayor Pro Tem MacAfee presented the following ordinance for first reading.

Ordinance No. 7619. An Ordinance granting a Special Use Permit to allow a electronic message sign at 2801 Homer Adams Parkway Alton, Illinois. Mrs. MacAfee made a motion, seconded by Mr. Velloff, that said ordinance be Laid Over. The Chair so ordered.

Mayor Pro Tem MacAfee presented the following ordinance for first reading.

Ordinance No. 7620. An Ordinance granting a Special Use Permit to allow Senior Services Plus to operate an office at 3403 Agnes Street, Alton, Illinois. Mrs. MacAfee made a motion, seconded by Mrs. Elliott, that said ordinance be Laid Over. The Chair so ordered.

Public Forum Addressing City Business:

Mayor Pro Tem MacAfee presented the following request for the floor from Chris Velloff; Ronald Deedrick. Mrs. MacAfee made a motion, seconded by Mr. Boulds, that said requests be approved. The Chair so ordered.

Mrs. Velloff took the floor and spoke, re: Proposed fee per unit for Landlords.

Mr. Deedrick took the floor and spoke, re: Ordinance No. 7616.

Second Reading Of Ordinances:

Mrs. MacAfee presented the following ordinance for second reading.

Ordinance No. 7613. An Ordinance establishing a handicapped parking space in front of 318 East Broadway in the City of Alton. 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

Mrs. MacAfee presented the following ordinance for second reading.

Ordinance No. 7614. An Ordinance establishing no parking on Silver Street and Pearl Street. Mrs. MacAfee made a motion, seconded by Ms. Smith, that said Ordinance be adopted. The motion passed by the following vote:

Ayes: Campbell, MacAfee, Velloff, Smith, Brake, Elliott, Boulds – 7

Nays: None – 0

Mrs. MacAfee presented the following ordinance for second reading.

Ordinance No. 7615. An Ordinance establishing a handicapped parking space in front of 910 Milnor Street in the City of Alton. Mrs. MacAfee made a motion, seconded by Ms. Smith, 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 Appearance Review Commission, re: Minutes of January 3, 2018; Alton Historic Commission, re: Minutes of December 19, 2017; Haskell Playhouse Committee, re: Minutes of January 19, 2018; Civil Service Commission, re: Minutes of January 17, 2018. Mr. Boulds made a motion, seconded by Mrs. Elliott, that said minutes be placed on file. The Chair so ordered.

Comments Or Resolutions From The Council:

Mr. Campbell presented the following two (2) resolutions:

1. Whereas, Frontier Furnishing has requested that a loading zone be established in front of 101 W. Third Street, Alton, Illinois.

Be It Resolved By The City Council Of The City Of Alton, Illinois that the Police Department is authorized and directed to prepare a traffic study to determine if a loading zone is suitable at this location and that an Ordinance be approved for first reading at our next regular City Council meeting.

2. Whereas, Alderman Brian Campbell has requested, that certain streets be closed on Saturday, March 17, 2018, from 11:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. to facilitate a St. Patrick’s Day event; 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 effectuate the temporary closure on Saturday, March 17, 2018, from 11:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. to facilitate a St. Patrick’s Day event of the following streets:

State Street between Wall and Broadway

Wall Street

Be It Further Resolved, that the closure of the aforesaid streets shall be contingent upon the following:

1. The Riverbend Growth Association, Convention and Tourism Bureau and Fritz

Distributing shall be responsible for the extra costs incurred by the City in connection with closing State Street between Wall and Broadway, including placement of appropriate barricades and signage.

2. Carol Snyders, licensee of the Firehouse Tavern shall be responsible for the extra costs incurred by the City in connection with closing Wall Street, including placement of appropriate barricades and signage. Mr. Campbell made a motion, seconded by Mr. Velloff, that said resolutions be referred to the Committee of the Whole. The Chair so ordered.

Mrs. MacAfee presented the following resolution:

Whereas, Alderwoman MacAfee has requested a handicap parking space in front of 722 Alby Street; 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. Velloff, that said resolutions be referred to the Committee of the Whole. The Chair so ordered.

Ms. Smith presented the following resolution:

Whereas, the City of Alton has previously approved an ordinance limiting the use of ground water in the vicinity of 616 Central Avenue, Alton, Illinois in an effort to corporate with the future utilization of that property in compliance with Illinois EPA regulations; and

Whereas, the Public Works Director of the City of Alton has reviewed a highway authority agreement related thereto and has agreed that the Department of Public Works can comply with the requirements thereof.

Now, Therefore, Be It Resolved By The City Council Of The City Of Alton, Illinois, that the Public Works Director and appropriate city officials are authorized to sign and deliver the attached Highway Authority Agreement with GBL Properties Inc.

Ms. Smith 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:

645 E. 5th 2820 Residence 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:

3208 Duco

2713 Viewland

2715 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, the Director of Public Works for the City of Alton has recommended that the City grant an easement to Ameren over certain City owned property to increase the current right-of- way by 9 feet on both sides of the existing easement to allow Ameren Illinois to maintain the property to prevent trees and vegetation from compromising existing transmission lines.

Now, Therefore, Be It Resolved By The City Council Of The City Of Alton, Illinois, that the Mayor and appropriate officials are authorized to sign and deliver the attached Transmission Easement in favor of Ameren Illinois. Mrs. Elliott made a motion, seconded by Mr. Boulds, that said resolution be referred to the Committee of the Whole. The Chair so ordered.

Mr. Boulds presented the following resolutions:

1. 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:

619 Leonard

2. Be It Resolved By The City Council Of The City Of Alton, Illinois, that a new ordinance be considered establishing additional regulations concerning the purchase of used tires, rims, and wheels by wholesales or retailers of such products in the City of Alton. Mr. Boulds made a motion, seconded by Mrs. Elliott, that said resolutions be referred to the Committee of the Whole. The Chair so ordered.

Mr. Boulds presented the following two (2) resolutions:

1. 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 redevelopment agreement with Dan Mar Enterprises Inc., pursuant to the terms of the Alton Tax Increment Finance Grant Program.

2. Be It Resolved By The City Council Of The City Of Alton, Illinois, that the Deputy Comptroller be and is hereby authorized to advertise for bids a project to construct a Secondary Access Road to Gordon Moore Park off of Illinois Route 140 / 111 located west of Parker Road. The construction of this project is being funded by a Madison County Community Development grant known as project number 3835-171-03-02. 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: 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

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