City of Alton City Council met July 10.
Here is the minutes provided by the council:
A Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of Alton, Illinois was held in the City Council Chambers, City Hall Building, Alton, Illinois at the hour of 6:30 P.M. on the above date.
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 Director of Park & Recreation Haynes to lead the Pledge to the Flag.
PROCLAMATIONS
The Mayor presented a proclamation to the St. Mary’s Athletic Club declaring April 13, 2019 to be “St. Mary’s Athletic Day” in the City of Alton, Illinois.
COUNCIL MINUTES AND REPORT OF OFFICERS
The Clerk presented the following Council Meeting Minutes of June 26, 2019 and the following Report of Officers: Department of Building and Zoning, re: Monthly Report for June, 2019; Alton Fire Department, re: Monthly Fire Damage Report to Assessor’s Office for June, 2019; Alton Fire Department, re: Largest Single Fire Loss for June, 2019; Alton Fire Department, re: Estimated Fire Loss for June, 2019. Mr. Brake made a motion, seconded by Mrs. Elliott, that said Minutes and Report of Officers be placed on file. The Chair so ordered.
COMMITTEE REPORT
Chairman Brake presented the following Committee of the Whole Meeting Report for July 8, 2019; Resolution, re: Discount and Special Bills paid; Resolution, re: To commence with demolition proceedings concerning 1333 State St.; Resolution, re: That a portion of certain streets be closed to facilitate the Going Back to Mexico event by the Mexico Homecoming Committee; Resolution, re: To commence with demolition proceedings concerning 112 Tara Ct.; Resolution, re: Bid #2019 – 12; Demolition of 1315 Highland Avenue for the Building and Zoning Department; Resolution, re: Bid #2019 – 13, Asbestos Abatement at 1504 & 1610 Greenwood Street, 765 Park Drive, 614 Marsh Avenue & 2028 Main Street, 3532 Aberdeen Avenue for the Building and Zoning Department; Resolution, re: Bid #2019 – 14; Demolition of 221 Brookside Avenue, 3225 Edsall Avenue, and 918 Danforth for the Building and Zoning Department; Resolution, re: Bid #2019 – 15, Asbestos Abatement at 1925 Gross Street & 2487
Johnson Street for the Building and Zoning Department. Mr. Brake made a motion, seconded by Ms. Smith, that said report be placed on file. The Chair so ordered.
Mr. Brake 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 July 8, 2019 be allowed and payment be made. Mr. Brake 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
Mr. Brake presented the following two (2) resolutions:
1. RESOLUTION TO COMMENCE WITH DEMOLITION PROCEEDINGS CONCERNING 1333 State St.
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: 1333 State St.
2. RESOLUTION TO COMMENCE WITH DEMOLITION PROCEEDINGS CONCERNING 112 Tara Ct.
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: 112 Tara Ct. Mr. Brake made a motion, seconded by Mr. Boulds, that said resolutions be approved. The motion passed by the following vote:
AYES: Campbell, MacAfee, Velloff, Smith, Brake, Elliott, Boulds – 7
NAYS: None – 0
Mr. Brake presented the following resolution:
WHEREAS, Alderwoman Smith has requested, that a portion of certain streets be closed on August 10, 2019 from 11:00 a.m. until 6:00 p.m. to facilitate the Going Back to Mexico event by the Mexico Homecoming Committee; and
WHEREAS, the City Council has considered the request, which was submitted in a timely manner, and does hereby approve said request.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALTON, ILLINOIS, that the Public Works Department, Police Department and Fire Department are hereby authorized and directed (contingent upon all required IDOT approvals where applicable) to effectuate the temporary closure on Highland Avenue between Gold Street and Silver Street on August 10, 2019 from 11:00 a.m. until 6:00 p.m. on the condition that the Mexico Homecoming Committee shall be responsible for any extra labor costs incurred by the City as it relates to this event. Mr. Brake 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
Mr. Brake presented the following resolution:
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALTON IL, that the best bid of S. Shafer Excavating Inc for demolition of 1315 Highland Avenue in the amount of $7,400.00 be awarded for Bid #2019 – 12 for the Building & Zoning Department. Mr. Brake 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
Mr. Brake presented the following resolution:
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALTON, IL, that the best bid of Abatepro for Asbestos Abatement at 765 Park Drive and 3532 Aberdeen Avenue and Abatement Management for Asbestos Abatement at 1604 & 1610 Greenwood Street and 614 Marsh Avenue & 2028 Main Street per the attached bid tab sheet be awarded for Bid #2019 – 13 for the Building & Zoning Department. Mr. Brake 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
Mr. Brake presented the following resolution:
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALTON IL, that the best bid of Supreme Trucking & Excavating for demolition of 221 Brookside Avenue in the amount of $4,750.00 and 3225 Edsall Avenue in the amount of $4,800.00 and S. Shafer Excavating Inc for demolition of 918 Danforth Street in the amount of $10,600.00 be awarded for Bid #2019 – 14 for the Building & Zoning Department. Mr. Brake 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
Mr. Brake presented the following resolution:
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALTON IL, that the best bid of Abatepro for Asbestos Abatement at 1925 Gross Street & 2487 Johnson Street in the amount of $2,450.00 be awarded for Bid #2019 – 15 for the Building & Zoning Department. Mr. Brake 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
FIRST READING OF ORDINANCES
Mayor Pro Tem MacAfee presented the following ordinance for first reading.
Ordinance No. 7711. An Ordinance amending the Traffic Code of the City of Alton, Illinois, to establish Stop Signs. Mrs. MacAfee made a motion, seconded by Mr. Boulds, that said ordinance be Laid Over. The Chair so ordered.
REPORTS AND/OR RESOLUTIONS OF SPECIAL COMMITTEES
The Clerk presented the following Alton Amphitheater Commission, re: Minutes of June 25, 2019; Civil Service Commission, re: Minutes of June 19, 2019. Mr. Boulds made a motion, seconded by Mrs. Elliott, that said minutes be placed on file. The Chair so ordered.
APPOINTMENTS
Mayor Walker presented the following reappointment of Robert Stephan to the Alton Amphitheater Commission and the Appointment of Karen Baker-Brncic to the Alton Regional Convention & Visitor’s Bureau Board of Directors. Mr. Boulds made a motion, seconded by Ms. Smith, that said reappointment and appointment be approved. The motion passed by the following vote:
AYES: Campbell, MacAfee, Velloff, Smith, Brake, Elliott, Boulds – 7
NAYS: None - 0
OTHER BUSINESS
The Clerk presented the following Agreement between The City of Alton and The American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees (AFSCME), Council 31, AFL- CIO. Mr. Boulds made a motion, seconded by Ms. Smith, that said Agreement be approved. The motion passed by the following vote:
AYES: Campbell, MacAfee, Velloff, Smith, Brake, Elliott, Boulds – 7
NAYS: None – 0
APPROVAL OF ACTIONS TAKEN UNDER SUSPENSION OF RULES AT PRIOR MEETING
The Clerk presented the following ordinance:
Ordinance No. 7710. An Ordinance amending Ordinance Number 7436 to add territory in and around the Village of Bethalto to the Riverbend Enterprise Zone. Mr. Boulds made a motion, seconded by Mrs. Elliott, that said ordinance be approved. The motion passed by the following vote:
AYES: Campbell, MacAfee, Velloff, Smith, Brake, Elliott, Boulds – 7
NAYS: None – 0
PUBLIC FORUM ADDRESSING CITY BUSINESS
Mayor Pro Tem MacAfee presented the following request for the floor from David Bland. Mrs. MacAfee made a motion, seconded by Mr. Velloff, that said request be approved. The Chair so ordered.
Mr. Bland took the floor and spoke, re: Property clean-up.
COMMENTS OR RESOLUTIONS FROM THE CITY COUNCIL
Mr. Campbell presented the following resolution:
RESOLUTION TO COMMENCE WITH DEMOLITION PROCEEDINGS CONCERNING 1310 State St.
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: 1310 State St. Mr. Campbell made a motion, seconded by Mr. Boulds, that said resolution be referred to the Committee of the Whole. The Chair so ordered.
Ms. Smith presented the following resolution:
RESOLUTION TO COMMENCE WITH DEMOLITION PROCEEDINGS CONCERNING 1036 Union St.
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: 1036 Union St. Ms. Smith made a motion, seconded by Mr. Campbell, that said resolution be referred to the Committee of the Whole. The Chair so ordered.
Mr. Brake presented the following resolution:
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALTON, ILLINOIS, that the execution of the ALTON HOUSING AUTHORITY AGREEMENT FOR THE PROVISION OF SUPPLEMENTAL POLICE SERVICES between the City of Alton and the Alton Housing Authority in the form attached hereto and made a part hereof is hereby ratified and confirmed. Mr. Brake 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 property owned by the City of Alton commonly known as 504 Brookside Ave., Alton, Illinois is found to be surplus property owned by the City of Alton and is no longer necessary for any public purpose of the City of Alton; and
WHEREAS, it would be advisable to offer said property for sale for private use thus returning the property to a productive purpose and use thereby increasing the tax base available to the City of Alton.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALTON, ILLINOIS that the attached NOTICE OF SALE concerning 504 Brookside Ave., Alton, Illinois be published by the City Clerk for three consecutive weeks in a qualified newspaper published in the City of Alton. 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 resolution:
WHEREAS, Simmons Hanly Conroy has requested, that a portion of certain streets be closed on July 20, 2019, to facilitate the 20th year anniversary celebration of Simmons, Hanley, Conroy; and
WHEREAS. Simmons Hanly Conroy desires to hold a special event on July 20, 2019, between the parking lot and the fountain located at 1 Court Street, which event shall include the outdoor distribution of alcoholic beverages; and
WHEREAS, the City Council has considered the request, which was submitted in a timely manner, and does hereby approve said request.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALTON, ILLINOIS, that the Public Works Department, Police Department and Fire Department are hereby authorized and directed (contingent upon all required IDOT approvals where applicable) to effectuate the temporary closure on July 20, 2019, of the portions of the following streets as specified below:
Court Street from Fourth Street to the foundations in front of Marquette High School from 3:00 P.M. until 11:00 P.M.
George Street from Fourth Street to the fountains in front of Marquette High School from 3:00 P.M. until 11:00 P.M.
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALTON, ILLINOIS, that the following special event be and is hereby approved pursuant to City of Alton Code 4-4-9 and a variance is hereby granted for sale and distribution of alcoholic liquors on public property:
Simmons Hanly Conroy shall be entitled to distribute alcoholic liquor on Court Street between the parking lot and the fountain on July 20, 2019, during the 20th year anniversary celebration to be held on that date with Simmons Hanly Conroy LLC to be responsible for any extra labor costs incurred by the City as it relates to this event.
Mr. Boulds made a motion, seconded by Mrs. Elliott, that the Rules of the Council be Suspended in order to act upon said resolution. The motion passed by the following vote:
AYES: Campbell, MacAfee, Velloff, Smith, Brake, Elliott, Boulds, Mayor Walker – 8
NAYS: None – 0
Mr. Boulds made a motion, seconded by Mrs. Elliott, 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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