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City of Alton City Council met Aug. 14.

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 Information Technology Swope to lead the Pledge to the Flag.

COUNCIL MINUTES, COMMUNICATIONS AND REPORT OF OFFICERS

The Clerk presented the following Council Minutes of July 24, 2019 and the following Communications: Greater Madison County Federation of Labor, re: Moved the Labor Day Celebration Parade to Wood River and East Alton and the following Report of Officers: Alton Fire Department, re: Monthly Fire Damage Report to Assessor’s Office for July, 2019; Alton Fire Department, re: Estimated Fire Loss for July, 2019; Alton Fire Department, re: Largest Single Fire Loss for July, 2019; City Treasurer, re: Monthly Report for July, 2019; Department of Building and Zoning, re: Monthly Report for July, 2019. Mr. Boulds made a motion, seconded by Mrs. Elliott, that said Minutes, Communications and Report of Officers be placed on file. The Chair so ordered.

PETITIONS

The Clerk presented the following petition, re: Thomas R. Hildebrand request a Special Use Permit to occupy portion of existing commercial building as office for business of used vehicle sales at 1720 Main St., Alton, IL. 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 Brake presented the following Committee of the Whole Meeting Report for August 12, 2019. Resolution, re: Discount and Special Bills Paid; Resolution, re: To commence with demolition proceedings concerning 1806 Woodland Ave.; Resolution, re: To commence with demolition proceedings concerning 1010 Alton St.; Resolution, re: To commence with demolition proceedings concerning 1815 Smith Ave.; Resolution, re: To commence with demolition proceedings concerning 1218 Clawson St.; Resolution, re: Greater Madison County Federation of Laborers desires to hold a special event on August 21, 2019 and August 24, 2019; Resolution, re: That the Fire Chief is authorized to purchase from Sentinel Emergency Solutions, 10 sections of 5’ hose; Resolution, re: To commence with demolition proceedings concerning 501 Clay St.; Resolution, re: Bid #2019 – 16, Contract for Fuels for Various Departments; Resolution, re: Bid #2019 – 18, Demolition of 307 & 614 Brookside Avenue, 2306 Sunset Avenue for the Building and Zoning Department. Mr. Brake made a motion, seconded by Mrs. Elliott, 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 August 12, 2019 be allowed and payment be made for same. 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 five (5) resolutions:

1. RESOLUTION TO COMMENCE WITH DEMOLITION PROCEEDINGS CONCERNING 1806 Woodland Ave.

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: 1806 Woodland Ave.

2. RESOLUTION TO COMMENCE WITH DEMOLITION PROCEEDINGS CONCERNING 1010 Alton 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: 1010 Alton St.

3. RESOLUTION TO COMMENCE WITH DEMOLITION PROCEEDINGS CONCERNING 1815 Smith Ave.

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: 1815 Smith Ave.

4. RESOLUTION TO COMMENCE WITH DEMOLITION PROCEEDINGS CONCERNING 1218 Clawson 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: 1218 Clawson St.

5. RESOLUTION TO COMMENCE WITH DEMOLITION PROCEEDINGS CONCERNING 501 Clay 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: 501 Clay St. Mr. Brake made a motion, seconded by Ms. Smith, 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, Greater Madison County Federation of Laborers desires to hold a special event on August 21, 2019 and August 24, 2019, which event shall include the outdoor sale of food and alcoholic beverages; and

WHEREAS, the sale of alcoholic beverages on the City of Alton property, at Gordon Moore Park, requires a variance from the Alton City Council.

NOW, THEREFORE, 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:

Greater Madison County Federation of Laborers shall be entitled to sell alcoholic liquor at the Annual Labor Day Family Picnic and Softball Tournament on August 21, 2019 and August 24, 2019 at Gordon Moore Park.

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:

WHEREAS, the Fire Chief of the City of Alton has recommended purchasing 10 sections of 5” fire hose; and

WHEREAS, the Fire Chief has solicited bids from four vendors and obtained the lowest bid from Sentinel Emergency Solutions.

NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALTON, ILLINOIS, that the Fire Chief is authorized to purchase from Sentinel Emergency Solutions, 10 sections of 5” hose at the total cost of $5,560.00 to be paid from line 9712 of the fire department budget. Mr. Brake 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

Mr. Brake presented the following resolution:

BE IT RESOLVED, By the City Council of the City of Alton, Illinois, that the best bid of Piasa Motor Fuels, per the tabulation sheet, is hereby awarded for Bid #2019 – 16 Contract for Fuels for Various Departments. 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 307 & 614 Brookside Avenue in the amount of $12,800.00, and of 2306 Sunset Avenue in the amount of $6,600.00 be awarded for Bid #2019 – 18 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

FIRST READING OF ORDINANCES

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

Ordinance No. 7712. An Ordinance granting a Special Use Permit to allow the operation of a used car lot at 3001 Washington, Alton, Illinois. Mrs. MacAfee made a motion, seconded by Mr. Boulds, that the Rules of the Council be Suspended in order to act on said ordinance. The motion passed by the following vote:

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

NAYS: None – 0

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

Ordinance No. 7712. An Ordinance granting a Special Use Permit to allow the operation of used car lot at 3001 Washington, Alton, Illinois. Mrs. MacAfee made a motion, seconded by Mr. Brake, 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 Alton Amphitheater Commission, re: Minutes of June 17, 2019; Minutes of June 25, 2019; Civil Service Commission, re: Minutes of July 17, 2019; Alton Plan Commission, re: Minutes of August 13, 2019. Mr. Boulds made a motion, seconded by Mrs. Elliott, that said minutes be placed on file. The Chair so ordered.

The Clerk presented the following resolution:

BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALTON, ILLINOIS, that a special use permit be granted on the property identified by permanent parcel number 23-2- 07-14-07-201-021, Section 14, Township 5 North, Range 10 West of the Third Principal Meridian, also known as 219 E 4th Street, Alton, Illinois, for LED signs, BE AND HEREBY IS APPROVED. Mr. Campbell 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

The Clerk presented the following ordinance:

Ordinance No. 7713. An Ordinance granting a Special Use Permit to allow a electronic message sign at 219 E. Fourth Street Alton, Illinois. Mr. Campbell made a motion, seconded by Mrs. Elliott, that the Rules of the Council be Suspended in order to act on said ordinance. The motion passed by the following vote:

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

NAYS: None – 0

The Clerk presented the following for first reading:

Ordinance No. 7713. An Ordinance granting a Special Use Permit to allow a electronic message sign at 219 E. Fourth Street, Alton, Illinois.

The Clerk presented the following for second reading:

Ordinance No. 7713. An Ordinance granting a Special Use Permit to allow a electronic message sign at 219 E. Fourth Street, Alton, Illinois. Mr. Campbell 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

APPOINTMENTS

Mayor Walker presented the following reappointment of Vicki L. Searles-Williams to the Civil Service Commission; Reappointment of Richard E. Rook to the Building Board of Appeals and the appointment of Terry Buhs to the Director Department of Code Enforcement. Mr. Boulds made a motion, seconded by Ms. Smith, that said appointments be approved.

At this time, Mr. Velloff asked for a separation of vote on the appointment of Terry Buhs.

Mr. Boulds made a motion, seconded by Ms. Smith, that the reappointment of Vicki L. Searles-Williams and the reappointment of Richard E. Rook to the Building Board of Appeals be approved. The motion passed by the following vote:

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

NAYS: None – 0

Mr. Boulds made a motion, seconded by Ms. Smith, that said appointment of Terry Buhs to the Director Department of Code Enforcement be approved. The motion passed by the following vote:

AYES: Campbell, MacAfee, Smith, Brake, Elliott, Boulds – 6 

NAYS: Velloff – 1

Mayor Walker presented the following appointment of Marcos Pulido to Deputy Police Chief. Mr. Boulds made a motion, seconded by Mrs. MacAfee, that said appointment 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 three (3) resolutions:

1. WHEREAS, the City of Alton holds the Alton Municipal Band Fund; and

WHEREAS, the Alton Municipal Band Committee at its July 10, 2019 meeting recommended approval of a payment to Music & Arts in the amount of $11.50 and

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 Alton Municipal Band Fund to Music & Arts in the amount of $11.50 pursuant to the invoices and minutes attached hereto.

2. WHEREAS, Alderman Velloff has requested that Blair Street from Central to Liberty Street be closed on August 10, 2019, from 7:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. for an event at Millennium Temple Church; 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 of that portion of the following streets on the time and dates specified below:

1. Blair Street Central to Liberty Street, be closed on August 10, 2019, from 7:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. for an event at Millennium Temple Church.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that Millennium Temple Church be responsible for any costs related to the closure of said street.

3. WHEREAS, Alderman Campbell has requested that State Street between Morrison’s Irish Pub and W. Third Street, be closed on Saturday, July 27, 2019, from 11:00 a.m. until 7:00 p.m., for the grand re-opening of Morrison’s Irish Pub; 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 of that portion of the following streets on the time and dates specified below:

1. Morrison’s Irish Pub and W. Third Street, be closed on Saturday, July 27, 2019, from 11:00 a.m. until 7:00 p.m., for the grand re-opening of Morrison’s Irish Pub.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that Morrison’s Irish Pub be responsible for any costs related to the closure of said street. Mr. Boulds made a motion, seconded by Mrs. Elliott, that said resolutions 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 Brett Stawar. Mrs. MacAfee made a motion, seconded by Mr. Boulds, that said request be approved. The Chair so ordered.

Mr. Stawar took the floor and spoke, re: American Cruise Line. COMMENTS OR RESOLUTIONS FROM THE CITY COUNCIL

Mr. Campbell presented the following three (3) resolutions:

1. WHEREAS, Alderman Campbell has requested Sycamore Street between Mildred and Miller Street, be closed on Saturday, August 3, 2019, from 3:00 p.m. until 8:30 p.m., to facilitate a block party; 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 of that portion of the following streets on the time and dates specified below:

1. Sycamore Street between Mildred and Miller Street, be closed on Saturday, August 3, 2019, from 3:00 p.m. until 8:30 p.m., to facilitate a block party.

2. WHEREAS, Alderman Campbell has requested that Broadway between Langdon Street and Alton Street be closed beginning September 21, 2019 from 7:00 a.m. until 11:30 p.m. to facilitate the Mississippi Earthtones Festival sponsored by Alton Main Street.

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 of Broadway between Langdon Street and Alton Street be closed beginning September 21, 2019 from 7:00 a.m. until 11:30 p.m. to facilitate the Mississippi Earthtones Festival with Alton Main Street being responsible for any extra labor costs incurred by the City as it relates to this event.

3. BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALTON, ILLINOIS that the attached Ordinance pertaining to establishing a no parking zone in front of 513 State Street be considered. Mr. Campbell made a motion, seconded by Mr. Boulds, that said resolutions be referred to the Committee of the Whole. The Chair so ordered.

Mrs. MacAfee presented the following two (2) resolutions:

1. WHEREAS, the State of Illinois passed SB0690 authorizing licensed establishments to operate up to 6 video gaming terminals; and

WHEREAS, the City Council deems it necessary and appropriate to amend the City Code to be incompliance with the new bill.

NOW THEREFORE be it resolved by the City Council of the City of Alton, Illinois that the attached ordinance be considered.

2. WHEREAS, Buxton has submitted a proposal to the City of Alton and to the Village of Godfrey to offer a retail recruitment and retention solution for the benefit of each community; and

WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Alton, Illinois has considered the proposal as submitted and desires to accept said proposal.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALTON, ILLINOIS, that Mayor and appropriate city officials are authorized and directed to execute on behalf of the City of Alton the proposal for the services of Buxton in substantially in the form as attached hereto and made a part hereof. Mrs. MacAfee made a motion, seconded by Mr. Velloff, that said resolutions be referred to the Committee of the Whole. The Chair so ordered.

Mr. Velloff presented the following four (4) resolutions:

1. RESOLUTION TO COMMENCE WITH DEMOLITION PROCEEDINGS CONCERNING 413 Monument Ave.

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: 413 Monument Ave.

2. RESOLUTION TO COMMENCE WITH DEMOLITION PROCEEDINGS CONCERNING 1023 Diamond 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: 1023 Diamond St.

3. WHEREAS, St. Mary’s Catholic Church has requested, that 3rd Street between Langdon Street and Henry Street and Langdon Street between 3rd and 4th Streets be closed beginning October 11, 2019 from 10:00 a.m. until October 13, 2019 at 11:00 p.m. to facilitate St. Mary’s Oktoberfest.

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 of 3rd Street between Langdon Street and Henry Street and Langdon Street between 3rd and 4th Streets beginning October 11, 2019 from 10:00 a.m. until October 13, 2019 at 11:00 p.m. on the condition that St. Mary’s be responsible for any extra labor costs incurred by the City as it relates to this event.

4. WHEREAS, St. Mary’s desires to hold a special event October 11, 2019 through October 13, 2019, which event shall include the sale of alcoholic beverages to benefit St. Mary’s; and

NOW, THEREFORE, 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 4-4-9B and a variance is hereby granted for sale and distribution of alcoholic liquors:

St. Mary’s shall be entitled to sell alcoholic liquor at Oktoberfest beginning on October 11, 2019 through and ending on October 13, 2019, to benefit St. Mary’s On Third Street between Langdon and Henry Street as well as Landon Street between Third and Fourth Streets.

Mr. Velloff made a motion, seconded by Mrs. MacAfee, that said resolutions be referred to the Committee of the Whole. The Chair so ordered.

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

1. WHEREAS, Alderman Brake has requested, that Amelia Street from the west end of the Tabernacle Missionary Baptist Church located at 2621 Amelia Street to its intersection with Clawson Street be closed on September 21, 2019, from 12:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. to facilitate a church event.

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 of Amelia Street from the west end of the Tabernacle Missionary Baptist Church located at 2621 Amelia Street to its intersection with Clawson Street September 21, 2019, from 12:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. on the condition that Tabernacle Missionary Baptist Church is responsible for any extra labor costs incurred by the City as it relates to this event.

2. WHEREAS, the East End is sponsoring a Halloween Parade in the City of Alton which constitutes a public purpose;

WHEREAS, this Halloween Parade will require the temporary closure of IL Route 140 and IL Route 67, a State Highway in the City of Alton from Main Street to Piasa Street (IL Route 140) and from 9th Street to Henry Street (IL Route 67);

WHEREAS, Section 4-408 of the Illinois Highway Code authorizes the Department of Transportation to issue permits to local authorities to temporarily close portions of State Highways for such public purposes.

NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Alton that permission to close off IL Route 140 from Washington Avenue to the East Broadway Connector and from IL Route 67 from East Broadway to 9th Street as above designated, be requested of the Department of Transportation.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that this closure shall occur during the approximate time period between 5:00 P.M. and 10:00 P.M. on October 31, 2019.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that traffic from that closed portion of highway shall be detoured over routes with an all-weather surface that can accept the anticipated traffic, which will be maintained to the satisfaction of the Department and which is conspicuously marked for the benefit of traffic diverted from the State highway. (The parking of vehicles shall be prohibited on the detour routes to allow an uninterrupted flow of two-way traffic)* The detour route shall be as follows: Over marked routes under Police supervision, southbound IL Route 67 at IL Route 3 will reroute east/south at IL Route 3 to IL Route 143, west to Southbound IL Route 67, Local traffic will reroute west on 9th Street to Henry Street, south on Henry Street to IL Route 67 south. Northbound traffic will reroute east on IL Route 143 to north/west IL Route 67 north. Local traffic will reroute north on Henry Street to 9th Street, west on 9th Street to IL Route 67 north, IL Route 140 will be closed from Washington Avenue to the East Broadway Connector.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the City of Alton assumes full responsibility for the direction, protection, and regulation of the traffic during the time the detour is in effect.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that police officers or authorized flaggers shall at the expense of the City of Alton be positioned at each end of the closed section and at other points (such as intersections) as may be necessary to assist in directing traffic through the detour.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that police officers, flaggers, and officials shall permit emergency vehicles in emergency situations to pass through the closed area as swiftly as is safe for all concerned.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that all debris shall be removed by the City of Alton prior to reopening the State highway.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that such signs, flags, barricades, etc., shall be used by the East End Improvement Association as may be approved by the Illinois Department of Transportation. These items shall be provided by the City of Alton.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the closure and detour shall be marked according to the Illinois Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that an occasional break shall be made in the procession so that traffic may pass through. In any event, adequate provisions will be made for traffic on intersecting highways pursuant to conditions noted above. (Note: This paragraph is applicable when the Resolution pertains to a Parade or when no detour is required.)

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that to the fullest extent permitted by law, the East End Improvement Association shall be responsible for any and all injuries to persons or damages to property, and shall indemnify and hold harmless the Illinois Department of Transportation, its officers, employees and agents from any and all claims, lawsuits, actions, costs and fees (including reasonable attorneys’ fees and expenses) of every nature or description, arising out of, resulting from or connected with the exercise of authority granted by the Department which is the subject of this resolution. The obligation is binding upon the East End Improvement Association regardless of whether or not such claim, damage, loss or expense is caused in part by the act, omission or negligence of the Department or its officers, employees or agents.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the East End Improvement Association shall provide a comprehensive general liability policy or an additional named insured endorsement in the minimum amount of $1,000,000 per person and $2,000,000 aggregate which has the Illinois Department of Transportation, its officials, employees and agents as insureds and which protects them from all claims arising from the requested road closing. A copy of said policy or endorsement will be provided to the Department before the road is closed.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a copy of this resolution be forwarded to the Illinois Department of Transportation, District 8, to serve as a formal request for the permission sought in this resolution and to operate as part of the conditions of said permission. Mr. Brake made a motion, seconded by Ms. Smith, that said resolutions be referred to the Committee of the Whole. The Chair so ordered.

Mrs. Elliott presented the following resolution:

WHEREAS, the Office of the Comptroller has recommended changes to the billing procedures with regard to the refuse charge of the City of Alton as set forth in Section 8 of Chapter 2 of title 5 of the City Code of the City of Alton; and

NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALTON, ILLINOIS that the attached ordinance be considered. 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, the Fire Chief has recommended to offer for sale certain items of surplus personal property through the on-line auction service of, Govdeals.com

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALTON, ILLINOIS, that the Deputy Comptroller be and is hereby authorized to list for sale through Govdeals.com, the surplus items of personal property owned by the City of Alton as identified below with the proceeds from the sale being deposited into the City of Alton General Fund.

2 – Lifepack 10 Cardiac Monitors

2 – Lifepack 10 Battery chargers

1 – Talisman Thermal imaging camera

1 – RAE 4 gas monitor

Slide out command bed for pick up truck

1999 Dodge Dakota VIN# 1B7GL22X6X6127488

2001 Spartan Smeal fire truck (wrecked) VIN#4S7H724902C040416

EMS trauma box

2-MSA brand breathing air masks

Miscellaneous fire hose fittings

Weight lifting rack

Hurst extrication equipment

Fire service electric cord reels

Biosystems Posi-check flow tester

Mr. Boulds made a motion, seconded by Mrs. Elliot, that said resolution be referred to the Committee of the Whole. The Chair so ordered.

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

1. WHEREAS, the City of Alton holds the Oriental Garden Fund; and

WHEREAS, the Oriental Garden Committee at its June 13, 2019, meeting recommended approval of a payment to Peggy Tavernier in the amount of $245.00 for reimbursement of plants.

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 Oriental Garden Fund to Peggy Tavernier in the amount of $254.00 pursuant to the minutes and invoices attached hereto.

2. WHEREAS, it is necessary to perform emergency repairs to the storm water culvert on Baron’s Commerce Parkway as described by Justin Kleinschmidt of Sheppard Morgan Schwaab Engineers in the attached email.

NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALTON ILLINOIS that the public works director Bob Barnhart is hereby authorized and directed to effectuate the emergency repairs to Barons Commerce Parkway as recommended by the engineer of Sheppard Morgan and Schwaab without formal bidding procedures. 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 Mrs. Elliott, that the above and foregoing resolutions be approved. The motion passed by the following vote:

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

NAYS: None – 0

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Mr. Boulds presented the following resolution:

WHEREAS, on or around the morning of August 13, 2019, after receiving a large rainfall event the day prior, the retaining wall along Riverview Drive west of Park Drive, showed signs of further deteriation and sliding down the bluff face, causing additional fractures and cracking in the wall, sidewalk, curb, and pavement in the immediate area; and,

WHEREAS, the location is above the Abbott Machine Shop, roughly 150 feet higher in elevation, and is a cause for concern;

WHEREAS, it is recommended to proceed under emergency conditions to stabilize the retaining wall and proceed with designing a solution to stabilize the bluff in this location.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALTON, ILLINOIS that the Public Works Director of the City of Alton be and is hereby authorized to begin emergency procedures to stabilize the retaining wall from further collapse. 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

Mr. Boulds presented the following resolution:

WHEREAS, the City of Alton has been contacted by authorized representatives of American Cruise Line Inc.; and

WHEREAS, American Cruise Line Inc. hopes to establish a working relationship with the City of Alton to have regular cruise vessels to be docked at Alton Riverfront Park; and

WHEREAS, such arrangements will improve tourism, hotel stays and other economic benefits to the City.

NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALTON, ILLINOIS, that an ordinance be presented at our next regular City Council meeting to approve a Lease Agreement with American Cruise Line Inc. in substantially the form as attached hereto. 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, Smith, Brake, Elliott, Boulds – 6 

NAYS: Velloff – 1

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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