City of Belleville City Council met July 16.
Here is the agenda 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, Alderman Kinsella, 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.
Roll call department heads
Roll Call Department Heads: City Clerk, Jennifer Gain Meyer, City Treasurer Hardt and City Attorney Hoerner; Police Chief, Bill Clay; Finance Director, Jamie Maitret; City Engineer, Tim Gregowicz; 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 Wastewater, Royce Carlisle; and Director of Economic Development, Annissa McCaskill and Director of Library, Leander Spearman.
Fire Chief, Tom Pour and Director of Maintenance, Ken Vaughn excused.
Pledge
Mayor Eckert led the Pledge of Allegiance.
Public hearing
Public Hearing started: 7:02 p.m.
Brook Taylor Estates (Austin Engineering) Public Hearing for a Vacation Plat for Brook Taylor Estates, a 67.02 acre "A- 1" Single Family Residence District-zoned parcel located at the northwest quadrant of the intersection of Frank Scott Parkway and 11th Street. Ward 8
Public Hearing ended: 7:08 p.m.
Public participation
Allie Dyer
For the past two year she has organized the Blessing Belleville Banquet. The event benefits three local charities (Beacon Ministries, Caritas House, Project Compassion). Each charity works with families and children that are in need/crisis in the community.
The event is August 11, 2018. There will be a silent auction and music. She has also coordinated a mentoring program to help organize the event.
Michael Haaberg
Regarding Union Avenue project funding it with CDBG money instead of TIF 3. TIF 3 will collect $12.7 million from the taxpayers this year. He does not see how the $323,000 isn't' available for a road project within TIF allowing the CDBG money to be used for projects that are outside of TIF such as the West End.
He asked this question during Streets and Grades and didn't get a good answer. Alderman Buettner asked for a follow up and he didn't get a good answer either. Maybe Alderman Ovian can explain why his area of town which is CDBG which is not in a TIF is foregoing $323,000 project to be done inside a TIF district instead o fhelping the streets on the West End.
In reference to the Belle Valley grants that is being applied for. The Mayor stated he didn't know if the funding for this grant was up front or reimbursement but he say if it was a reimbursement the city would not pursue the grant because the city does not have the money to pay up front and wait for a reimbursement.
That question needs to be answered before the city spends $3, 500 to apply for a grant that we won't be able to use in the future.
Mayor Eckert stated the $ 3,500 needs to be considered for the engineering. The bridge is necessary for any grant that is applied forpresent orfuture.
Presentations, recognitions & appointments
None.
Approval of minutes
Alderwoman Schaefer made a motion seconded by Alderman Wigginton to approve City Council Meeting Minutes and Executive Session Minutes- July 2, 2018.
All members voted aye.
Claims, payroll, and disbursements
Alderwoman Schaefer made a motion seconded by Alderwoman Stiehl to approve claims and disbursements in the amount of$1, 758,648.48 and payroll in the amount of $891, 733.81.
Members voting aye on roll call: Hazel, Kinsella, Pusa, Buettner, Randle, Tyler, Anthony, Ovian, Schaefer, Dintelman, Gaa, Stiehl, Weygandt, Elmore, Wigginton, Barfield. ( 16)
Reports
None.
Oral reports
Ordinance & legal review committee
Alderman Wigginton made a motion seconded by Alderwoman Pusa to approve an Ordinance Amending Article XV (Land Usage) ofthe Revised Code of Ordinances ofthe City of Belleville, Illinois by Adding Chapter 163 ( Small Wireless Facilities) Providing for the Regulation of and Application for Small Wireless Facilities.
Members voting aye on roll call: Kinsella, Pusa, Buettner, Randle, Tyler, Anthony, Ovian, Schaefer, Dintelman, Gaa, Stiehl, Weygandt, Elmore, Wigginton, Barfield, Hazel. ( 16)
Master sewer committee
Alderman Dintelman made a motion seconded by Alderwoman Stiehl to approve Change Order #2 of the Long Term Control Plan Phase 4, 23rd Street Sewer project in the amount of 127,860.69.
Members voting aye on roll call: Pusa, Buettner, Randle, Tyler, Anthony, Ovian, Schaefer, Dintelman, Gaa, Stiehl, Weygandt, Elmore, Wigginton, Barfield, Hazel, Kinsella. ( 16)
Public health & housing committee
Alderwoman Pusa made a motion seconded by Alderman Elmore to approve the low bid of 145,700.00 from S. Shafer Excavating for the demolition of the following properties: 9623 West Main Street( temporary hold, 326 North 10th Street, 15 North 10th Street, 2510 East Main Street, 26 South 77th Street, 500 Park (temporary hold, 1015 Arthur, 509 West Adams Street, 30 Periwinkle Circle, 1005 West " D" Street, 1803 Bunsen, 906 North Charles Street, 600 Wabash Avenue and 210 West Adams Street.
Discussion.
Mayor Eckert advised the committee reviewed and 9623 West Main Street and 500 Park will be put on a temporary hold due to finances.
Members voting aye on roll call: Buettner, Randle, Tyler, Anthony, Ovian, Schaefer, Dintelman, Gaa, Stiehl, Weygandt, Elmore, Wigginton, Barfield, Hazel, Kinsella, Pusa. ( 16)
Traffic Committee
Alderman Ovian made a motion seconded by Alderman Anthony to approve to Amend Chapter 52 ( Traffic) of the Revised Ordinances of the City of Belleville by Repealing Section 52.218 of Ordinance 7603- 2012 Schedule " O" ( remove handicap parking sign from 503 North Jackson).
All members voted aye.
Finance committee
Alderman Kinsella made a motion seconded by Alderwoman Stiehl to approve the following motions:
Motion to approve purchase of one used sanitation truck from Elliott Equipment for 69,750.
Motion to approve purchase of sanitation truck body from Downing Sales & Service for 105, 102.
Motion to approve financing from Commerce Bank/Clayton Holdings, LLC at 3.18% for the purchase of WWTP vactor/rodder truck.
Discussion.
Alderman Elmore asked if the purchase of$105, 102 is a rebuild; Mayor Eckert stated the truck will get a new body.
Alderwoman Stiehl stated when the trucks are welded they still drip grease on the streets which causes another problem; Mayor Eckert stated the street sweeper is following these trucks.
Mayor Eckert stated the turnaround time on a new truck is nine months. Alderman Elmore asked how much is a new truck; Mayor Eckert stated$ 250,000 for a one man truck.
Members voting aye on roll call:Randle, Tyler, Anthony, Ovian, Schaefer, Dintelman, Gaa, Stiehl, Weygandt, Elmore, Wigginton, Barfield, Hazel, Kinsella, Pusa, Buettner.
(16)
Alderman Kinsella made a motion seconded by Alderman Gaa to approve a contract with AT&T for Police Department' s LEADS connection to comply with State mandated connection upgrade.
Discussion.
Director of Finance, Jamie Maitret, stated this will be approximately $120/mo more than was budgeted.
Members voting aye on roll call: Tyler, Anthony, Ovian, Schaefer, Dintelman, Gaa, Stiehl, Weygandt, Elmore, Wigginton, Barfield, Hazel, Kinsella, Pusa, Buettner, Randle. (16)
Alderman Kinsella made a motion seconded by Alderwoman Pusa to approve payment for outstanding Motorola invoice for new dispatch equipment, with administration to negotiate payment terms.
Discussion.
Alderman Wigginton asked how much was the invoice; Director of Finance, Jamie Maitret, stated $330,000. Alderman Wigginton asked if this will be negotiated; Mayor Eckert stated the city will submit payments in thirds.
Alderman Wigginton asked if this will come out of general fund; Mayor Eckert stated TIF and drug forfeiture monies.
Alderwoman Schaefer stated the bill was sent to St. Clair County.
Alderwoman Stiehl asked if St. Clair County is paying for a part; Mayor Eckert stated they paid their portion.
Alderman Ovian requested the payments be made in 90 day increments.
Members voting aye on roll call: Anthony, Ovian, Schaefer, Dintelman, Gaa, Stiehl, Weygandt, Elmore, Wigginton, Barfield, Hazel, Kinsella, Pusa, Buettner, Randle, Tyler. (16)
Alderman Kinsella made a motion seconded by Alderman Gaa to approve contract amendment with TWM for Belle Valley III Industrial Park services, with cost not to exceed$ 3, 500.
Members voting aye on roll call: Ovian, Schaefer, Dintelman, Gaa, Stiehl, Weygandt, Elmore, Wigginton, Barfield, Hazel, Kinsella, Pusa, Buettner, Randle, Tyler, Anthony. (16)
Zoning Board of Appeals
Alderwoman Schaefer made a motion seconded by Alderman Buettner to approve 30-JUN18 - Sikorski Signs / Tim Miesner (Raymond James) - A request for a Sign Installation Permit in the Area of Special Control for signage at 23 Public Square (Parcel Number: 08-21. 0-439-026) located in a "C-2" Heavy Commercial District. (Applicable sections of the Zoning Code: 155.052, 155.053). Ward 2 Zoning Board unanimously recommended approval
All members voted aye. Alderman Randle abstained.
Alderwoman Pusa made a motion seconded by Alderman Buettner to approve the following cases:
31-JUN18 – Arthur and Janice Nirscher- A request for an Area/Bulk Variance to establish an open air carport in the front yard at 1617 Foster Drive (Parcel Number: 08- 17.0-215-005) located in an "A- 1" Single-Family Residence District. (Applicable sections of the Zoning Code: 162.036, 162.570). Ward 3 Zoning Board unanimously recommended approval
32-JUN18 - Christi Robertson - A request for a Special Use Permit for a Liquor License at 223-225 North Illinois Street (C and C Food for Your Soul) (Parcel Number: 08-21.0-427-016) located in a "C- 2" Heavy Commercial District. (Applicable sections of the Zoning Code: 162.248, 162. 515). Ward 2Zoning Board unanimously recommended approval
33-JUN18 - The Basic Initiative - A request for a Sign Installation Permit in the Area of Special Control for signage at 227 East Main Street( Parcel Number: 08-22.0-334-038) located in a"C-2" Heavy Commercial District. (Applicable sections of the Zoning Code: 155. 052, 155.053). Ward 2 Zoning Board unanimously recommended approval
35-JUN18 - Susan Dyer - A request for a Use Variance to allow the retail sale of general
merchandise a2801 West Main Street( Parcel Number: 08-20.0-200-001) located in a "C-1" Light Commercial District. (Applicable sections of the Zoning Code: 162.232, 162. 233, 162. 570). Ward 3 Zoning Board unanimously recommended approval
36-JUN18 - Susan Dyer - A request for a Use Variance to allow the retail sale of secondhand goods at 2801 West Main Street (Parcel Number: 08- 20.0-200-001) located in a "C- l" Light Commercial District. (Applicable sections of the Zoning Code: 113.001, 162. 570). Ward 3 Zoning Board unanimously recommended approval
37-JUN18 - Susan Dyer - A request for a Use Variance to allow arcade entertainment at 2801 West Main Street ( Parcel Number: 08-20.0-200-001) located in a "C- l" Light Commercial District. (Applicable sections of the Zoning Code: 162.232, 162. 233, 162.570). Ward 3 Zoning Board unanimously recommended approval
All members voted aye.
Planning commission
Alderman Dintelman made a motion seconded by Alderwoman Schaefer to approve Brook Tavlor Estates (Austin Engineering) Vacation Plat for Brook Taylor Estates, a 67.02 acre " A- 1" Single Family Residence District-zoned parcel located at the northwest quadrant of the intersection of Frank Scott Parkway and 11th Street. Ward 8 Planning Commission recommended approval of Vacation Plat
Members voting aye on roll call: Schaefer, Dintelman, Gaa, Stiehl, Weygandt, Elmore, Wigginton, Barfield, Hazel, Kinsella, Pusa, Buettner, Randle, Tyler, Anthony, Ovian.(16)
Alderman Dintelman made a motion seconded by Alderman Wigginton to approve the following cases:
The Villas of Hollvbrook (Phillips Investments)Preliminary Plat: A Preliminary Plat for the subdivision of a 67.02 acre "A- 1" Single Family Residence District-zoned parcel located at the northwest quadrant the intersection of Frank Scott Parkway and 11th Street into two (2) lots. Ward 8 Planning Commission recommended APPROVAL of Preliminary Plat The Villas of Hollvbrook (Phillips Investments) Final Plat: A Final Plat for subdivision a 67.02 acre "A- 1" Single Family Residence District-zoned parcel located at the northwest quadrant the intersection of Frank Scott Parkway and 11th Street into two (2) lots. Ward 8 Planning Commission recommended APPROVAL of Final Plat
Members voting aye on roll call: Dintelman, Gaa, Stiehl, Weygandt, Elmore, Wigginton, Hazel, Kinsella, Pusa, Randle, Tyler, Anthony, Ovian, Schaefer. (14)
Members voting nay on roll call: Barfield and Buettner. (2)
Alderman Dintelman made a motion seconded by Alderman Wigginton to approve Jack Flash and Jack Flash Splash ( Wortman Stores): Site Plan, Landscape Plan and Architectural Elevations for a 6,370 square foot Convenience Store ( Jack Flash) with fueling stations for passenger and semi-trailer vehicles and a 3,020 square foot car wash (Jack Splash) to be located on the intersection of intersection of North DeMazenod Drive and Illinois Route 15 ( Parcel Number: 07- 03. 0- 300- 007). Ward 8 Planning Commission recommended approval of site plan.
Discussion.
Alderman Buettner stated the Kellers had said there would be a fast food restaurant; Mayor Eckert stated it will be inside; Director of Economic Development, Annissa McCaskill concurred. Director of Economic Development, Annissa McCaskill, advised they are in discussions at this time and the restaurant will be similar to a Subway.
Alderman Wigginton asked what type of wash; Director of Economic Development, Annissa McCaskill, stated a car wash. There is a separate area for trucks.
Members voting aye on roll call: Gaa, Stiehl, Weygandt, Elmore, Wigginton, Barfield, Hazel, Kinsella, Pusa, Buettner, Randle, Tyler, Anthony, Ovian, Schaefer, Dintelman. (16)
Streets and Grades Committee
Alderman Wigginton made a motion seconded by Alderman Dintelman to approve Hank's Excavating in the amount of $323,073.10 for Union Avenue street improvements. (CDBG Funds)
Members voting aye on roll call: Stiehl, Weygandt, Elmore, Wigginton, Barfield, Hazel, Kinsella, Pusa, Buettner, Randle, Tyler, Anthony, Ovian, Schaefer, Dintelman, Gaa. (16)
Administration
Alderman Elmore made a motion seconded by Alderwoman Schaefer to approve scrapping 1996 Jeep Cherokee (VlN:IJ4FJ27S8TL226830) to Paule Towing, LLC from the Health & Housing Department in exchange for three vehicles to use for training by the Fire Department.
Members voting aye on roll call: Weygandt, Elmore, Wigginton, Barfield, Hazel, Kinsella, Pusa, Buettner, Randle, Anthony, Ovian, Schaefer, Dintelman, Gaa, Stiehl. (15)
Alderman Tyler abstained. (1)
Communications
Alderwoman Pusa made a motion seconded by Alderwoman Schaefer to approve the following Communications:
Community outreach summer 2018 07/28/18 Request from Call to Worship Ministries to hold their Summer 2018 Community Outreach event, Saturday, July 28, 2019, 10: 00 am to 4:00 pm. Street closure request area of North 47th Street directly in front of church. Additional services requested: barricades.
Queen of peace-blessed sacrament 5k 09/15/ 8
Request from Queen of Peace and Blessed Sacrament for a 5k event on Saturday, September 15, 2018 from 3: 30 pm to 4:30 pm. Rolling street closures along 5k route through Ogles Subdivision. Additional services requested: barricades. Corrected date of 9/8/18.
Blood drive 08/18/18
Request from st. Clair lodge# 24 a.f. and a.m. (masonic lodge) to use up to 20 parking spaces in the parking lot located on the north side of the 200 block of East a street between North Jackson and N Church Street for a blood drive on Saturday, August 18, 2018. No city services requested.
All members voted aye.
Alderman Elmore made a motion seconded by Alderman Kinsella to approve Belleville East Reunion 10/13/18 Request from Tavern on Main to hold a Belleville East Reunion Saturday, October 13, 2018, 5:00 pm to 12: 00 am ( October 14, 2018). Street closure request: half block of North Church Street to alley from 5:00 pm to 1: 00 am (October 14, 2018) along with use of Gas Light Park. Additional services requested: barricades," No Parking" signs and picnic tables.
Discussion.
Alderman Weygandt asked how many time have this street been closed and is there being favoritism being shown; Mayor Eckert stated Tavern on Main and the Wine Tap are the only two businesses that can utilize this area. This brings people downtown.
All members voted aye.
Petitions None.
Resolutions
Alderman Wigginton made a motion seconded by Alderwoman Schaefer to read by Title Only Resolution 3336.
All members voted aye.
Alderwoman Schaefer made a motion seconded by Alderwoman Pusa to approve Resolution 3336-2018 A Resolution Authorizing Bank Loan for Vactor Truck.
Members voting aye on roll call: Elmore, Wigginton, Barfield, Hazel, Kinsella, Pusa, Buettner, Randle, Tyler, Anthony, Ovian, Schaefer, Dintelman, Gaa, Stiehl, Weygandt. (16)
Ordinances
Alderwoman Schaefer made a motion seconded by Alderman Wigginton to read by Title Only Ordinances 8211-2018, 8213-2018, 8214-2018, 8216-2018, 8218-2018, 8219-2018, 8220-2018, 8221- 2018, 8222-2018, 8223-2018, 8224-2018.
All members voted aye.
Alderwoman Schaefer made a motion seconded by Alderwoman Pusa to approve the following Ordinances:
Ordinance 8211- 2018 An ordinance amending ordinance No. 7829 to add territory to the Belleville Enterprise Zone.
Ordinance 8213-2018 An ordinance amending Article XV (Land Usage) of the Revised Code of Ordinances of the City of Belleville, Illinois by adding Chapter 163 (Small Wireless Facilities) providing for the regulation of and application for Small Wireless Facilities.
Ordinance 8214-2018 Brook Taylor Estates (Austin Engineering) Vacation Plat.
Ordinance 8216- 2018 Ordinance amending Title VII (Traffic Code) Chapter 76 (Parking Regulations) by Repealing Ordinance 7603.2012
Ordinance 8218-2018
A Zoning Ordinance In Re: 31- JUN-18 - Arthur and Janice Nirscher.
Ordinance 8219-2018 A Zoning Ordinance In Re: 32- JUN- 18 - Christi Robertson.
Ordinance 8220-2018 A Zoning Ordinance In Re: 33- JUN- 18 - The Basic Initiative.
Ordinance 8221-2018 A Zoning Ordinance In Re: 35- JUN- 18 - Susan Dyer.
Ordinance 8222-2018 A Zoning Ordinance In Re: 36-JUN- 18 - Susan Dyer.
Ordinance 8223-2018 A Zoning Ordinance In Re: 37-JUN-18 - Susan Dyer.
Ordinance 8224-2018 An Ordinance authorizing sale/conversion of personal property( 1996 Jeep Cherokee Carryall - Housing Department Vehicle).
Members voting aye on roll call: Wigginton, Barfield, Hazel, Kinsella, Pusa, Buettner, Randle, Tyler, Anthony, Ovian, Schaefer, Dintelman, Gaa, Stiehl, Weygandt, Elmore. (16)
Alderwoman Schaefer made a motion seconded by Alderman Gaa to read by Title Only Ordinance 8212-2018.
All members voted aye.
Alderwoman Schaefer made a motion seconded by Alderman Wigginton Ordinance 8212- 2018 An Ordinance amending Ordinance No. 7829 to Add Territory to the Belleville Enterprise Zone.
Members voting aye on roll call: Hazel, Kinsella, Pusa, Randle, Tyler, Anthony, Ovian, Schaefer, Dintelman, Gaa, Stiehl, Weygandt, Elmore, Wigginton. (14)
Members voting nay on roll call: Barfield and Buettner. (2)
Alderwoman Schaefer made a motion seconded by Alderman Gaa to read by Title Only Ordinance 8215- 2018.
All members voted aye.
Alderwoman Pusa made a motion seconded by Alderman Hazel to approve Ordinance 8215 2018 The Villas of Hollybrook( Phillips Investments) Final Plat
Members voting aye on roll call: Hazel, Kinsella, Pusa, Randle, Tyler, Anthony, Ovian, Schaefer, Dintelman, Gaa, Stiehl, Weygandt, Elmore, Wigginton. (14)
Members voting nay on roll call: Barfield and Buettner. (2)
Alderwoman Schaefer made a motion seconded by Alderwoman Stiehl to read by Title Only Ordinance 8217-2018.
All members voted aye.
Alderwoman Pusa made a motion seconded by Alderwoman Schaefer to approve Ordinance 8217-2018 A Zoning Ordinance In Re: 30-JUN-18 - Sikorski Signs/Tim Miesner( Raymond James).
Members voting aye on roll call: Kinsella, Pusa, Buettner, Tyler, Anthony, Ovian, Schaefer, Dintelman, Gaa, Stiehl, Weygandt, Elmore, Wigginton, Barfield, Hazel. (15)
Alderman Randle abstained.
Unfinished business
Alderman Buettner stated he has not heard if the annual meeting with Lindenwood has been scheduled; Mayor Eckert stated it was held six weeks ago.
Alderman Buettner stated thirty days ago Alderman Elmore asked about the hotel at the Shrine; Mayor Eckert stated the Oblates continue to meet with several individuals to move it forward.
Alderman Kinsella stated it was referenced earlier that the City missed out on getting a new trash truck. Alderman Kinsella requested researching a way to get to council quicker so the City doesn't miss out on a demonstrator truck.
Alderman Wigginton asked if the City has a broker regarding the trash trucks; Mayor Eckert stated yes.
Miscellaneous & New business
Alderwoman Schaefer made a motion seconded by Alderwoman Pusa to approve Motor Fuel Claims in the Amount of$7,505.44.
Members voting aye on roll call: Pusa, Buettner, Randle, Tyler, Anthony, Ovian, Schaefer, Dintelman, Gaa, Stiehl, Weygandt, Elmore, Wigginton, Barfield, Hazel, Kinsella. (16)
Executive session
None.
Adjournment
Alderman Wigginton made a motion seconded by Alderwoman Stiehl to adjourn at 8:12 pm.
All members voted aye.
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