City of Alton City Council met Aug. 26.
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, Brake, Elliott, Boulds – 6
ABSENT: Smith - 1
Mayor Walker called upon City Treasurer Holland to lead the Pledge to the Flag.
COUNCIL MINUTES
Chairman Brake presented the following Committee of the Whole Meeting Report for August 26, 2019; Resolution, re: Discount and Special Bills paid; Laid Over Resolution, re: Broadway between Langdon Street and Alton Street be closed beginning September 21, 2019 to facilitate the Mississippi Earthtones Festival; Resolution, re: Sycamore Street between Mildred and Miller Street be closed on August 3, 2019 to facilitate a block party; Resolution, re: That the attached Ordinance pertaining to establishing a no parking zone in front of 513 State Street be considered; Resolution, re: State of Illinois passed SB0690 authorizing licensed establishments to operate up to 6 video gaming terminals; Resolution, re: 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; Resolution, re: To commence with demolition proceedings concerning 413 Monument Ave.; Resolution, re: To commence with demolition proceedings concerning 1023 Diamond St.; Resolution, re: 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 until October 13, 2019 to facilitate St. Mary’s Oktoberfest; Resolution, re: St. Mary’s desires to hold a special event October 11, 2019 through October 13, 2019 and that the following special event be and is hereby approved pursuant to City of Alton Code 4-4-9B; Resolution, re: That Amelia Street from the west end of the Tabernacle Missionary Baptist Church to its intersection with Clawson Street be closed to facilitate a church event; Resolution, re: East End is sponsoring a Halloween Parade in the City of Alton which constitutes a public purpose and 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 and from 9th Street to Henry Street on October 31, 2019; Amended Resolution, re: The office of the Comptroller has recommended changes to the billing procedures with regard to the refuse charge of the City of Alton; Resolution, re: The Fire Chief has recommended to offer for sale certain items of surplus personal property through the on-line auction service of Govdeals.com and 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. 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 26, 2019 be allowed and payment be made. 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, Brake, Elliott, Boulds – 6
NAYS: None – 0
ABSENT: Smith - 1
Mr. Brake presented the following resolution:
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. 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, Brake, Elliott, Boulds – 6
NAYS: None – 0
ABSENT: Smith - 1
Mr. Brake presented the following resolution:
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. Brake made a motion, seconded by Mr. Campbell, that said resolution be approved. The motion passed by the following vote:
AYES: Campbell, MacAfee, Velloff, Brake, Elliott, Boulds – 6
NAYS: None – 0
ABSENT: Smith - 1
Mr. Brake presented the following resolution:
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 in compliance 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. 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, Brake, Elliott, Boulds – 6
NAYS: None – 0
ABSENT: Smith - 1
Mr. Brake presented the following resolution:
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. 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, Brake, Elliott, Boulds – 6
NAYS: None – 0
ABSENT: Smith - 1
Mr. Brake presented the following two (2) 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. Mr. Brake made a motion, seconded by Mrs. Elliott, that said resolutions be approved. The motion passed by the following vote:
AYES: Campbell, MacAfee, Velloff, Brake, Elliott, Boulds – 6
NAYS: None – 0
ABSENT: Smith - 1
Mr. Brake presented the following resolution:
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. Mr. Brake made a motion, seconded by Mr. Velloff, that said resolution be approved. The motion passed by the following vote:
AYES: Campbell, MacAfee, Velloff, Brake, Elliott, Boulds – 6
NAYS: None – 0
ABSENT: Smith - 1
Mr. Brake presented the following resolution:
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 Langdon Street between Third and Fourth Streets.
Mr. Brake made a motion, seconded by Mr. Velloff, that said resolution be approved. The motion passed by the following vote:
AYES: Campbell, MacAfee, Velloff, Brake, Elliott, Boulds – 6
NAYS: None – 0
ABSENT: Smith - 1
Mr. Brake presented the following resolution:
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. 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, Brake, Elliott, Boulds – 6
NAYS: None – 0
ABSENT: Smith - 1
Mr. Brake presented the following resolution:
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 Mr. Boulds, that said resolution be approved. The motion passed by the following vote:
AYES: Campbell, MacAfee, Velloff, Brake, Elliott, Boulds – 6
NAYS: None – 0
ABSENT: Smith – 1
Mr. Brake presented the following amended 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. Mr. Brake made a motion, seconded by Mr. Boulds, that said amended resolution be approved. The motion passed by the following vote:
AYES: Campbell, MacAfee, Velloff, Brake, Elliott, Boulds – 6
NAYS: None – 0
ABSENT: Smith – 1
Mr. Brake 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. Brake made a motion, seconded by Mr. Boulds, that said resolution be approved. The motion passed by the following vote:
AYES: Campbell, MacAfee, Velloff, Brake, Elliott, Boulds – 6
NAYS: None – 0
ABSENT: Smith – 1
FIRST READING OF ORDINANCES
Mayor Pro Tem MacAfee presented the following ordinance for first reading.
Ordinance No. 7714. An Ordinance amending Chapter 20 of Title 4 of the City Code pertaining to Video Terminals. 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, Brake, Elliott, Boulds, Mayor Walker – 7
NAYS: None – 0
ABSENT: Smith – 1
Mayor Pro Tem MacAfee presented the following ordinance for second reading.
Ordinance No. 7714. An Ordinance amending Chapter 20 of Title 4 of the City Code pertaining to Video Terminals. Mrs. MacAfee made a motion, seconded by Mr. Boulds, that said ordinance be adopted. The motion passed by the following vote:
AYES: Campbell, MacAfee, Velloff, Brake, Elliott, Boulds – 6
NAYS: None – 0
ABSENT: Smith – 1
Mayor Pro Tem MacAfee presented the following ordinance for first reading.
Ordinance No. 7715. An Ordinance authorizing the City of Alton to enter into an agreement with American Cruise Line Inc. Mrs. MacAfee made a motion, seconded by Mr. Campbell, 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, Brake, Elliott, Boulds, Mayor Walker – 7
NAYS: None – 0
ABSENT: Smith – 1
Mayor Pro Tem MacAfee presented the following ordinance for second reading.
Ordinance No. 7715. An Ordinance authorizing the City of Alton to enter into an agreement with American Cruise Line Inc. Mrs. MacAfee made a motion, seconded by Mr. Campbell, that said ordinance be adopted. The motion passed by the following vote:
AYES: Campbell, MacAfee, Velloff, Brake, Elliott, Boulds – 6
NAYS: None – 0
ABSENT: Smith – 1
REPORTS AND/OR RESOLUTIONS OF SPECIAL COMMITTEES
The Clerk presented the following Civil Service Commission, re: Minutes of August 7, 2019; Alton Amphitheater Commission, re: Minutes of July 22, 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 appointment of Judy Roth to the Oriental Garden Committee and the reappointment of Julie McPike to the Alton Municipal Band. Mr. Boulds made a motion, seconded by Mrs. Elliott, appointment and reappointment be approved. The motion passed by the following vote:
AYES: Campbell, MacAfee, Velloff, Brake, Elliott, Boulds – 6
NAYS: None – 0
ABSENT: Smith – 1
RESIGNATIONS
Mayor Walker presented the following letter of resignation from Fire Chief Bernie Sebold. Mr. Boulds made a motion, seconded by Mr. Campbell, that said resignation be approved. The motion passed by the following vote:
AYES: Campbell, MacAfee, Velloff, Brake, Boulds – 5
NAYS: Elliott – 1
ABSENT: Smith – 1
APPOINTMENTS
Mayor Walker presented the following appointment of Jesse Jemison to Fire Chief. Mr. Boulds made a motion, seconded by Mrs. Elliott, that said appointment be approved. The motion passed by the following vote:
AYES: Campbell, MacAfee, Velloff, Brake, Elliott, Boulds – 6
NAYS: None – 0
ABSENT: Smith – 1
APPROVAL OF ACTIONS TAKEN UNDER SUSPENSION OF RULES AT PRIOR MEETING
The Clerk presented the following two (2) ordinances and four (4) resolutions:
1. Ordinance No. 7712. An Ordinance granting a Special Use Permit to allow the operation of a used car lot at 3001 Washington, Alton, Illinois.
2. Ordinance No. 7713. An Ordinance granting a Special Use Permit to allow a electronic message sign at 219 E. Fourth Street Alton, Illinois.
3. 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.
4. 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.
5. WHEREAS, on or around the morning of August 13th, 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, this 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.
6. 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 said ordinances and resolutions be approved. The motion passed by the following vote:
AYES: Campbell, MacAfee, Velloff, Brake, Elliott, Boulds – 6
NAYS: None – 0
ABSENT: Smith – 1
COMMENTS OR RESOLUTIONS FROM THE CITY COUNCIL Mr. Campbell presented the following four (4) resolutions:
1. WHEREAS, Marquette Catholic High School has requested, that 4th Street beginning at 4th Street and George and ending at 4th Street and Langdon be closed on September 21, 2019, from 8:00 a.m. until midnight to facilitate the Marquette Catholic High School homecoming.
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 Public Works Department, Police Department and Fire Department are hereby authorized and directed to effectuate the temporary closure of 4th Street from George Street to Langdon Street on September 21, 2019, from 8:00 a.m. until midnight on the condition that Marquette Catholic High School be responsible for any extra labor costs incurred by the City as it relates to this event.
2. WHEREAS, Alderman Campbell has requested, that the eastbound lane of Third Street beginning at 304 E. Third Street and ending at Henry Street be closed on September 21, 2019, from 10:30 a.m. until 12:30 p.m. to facilitate the lst annual Know your Worth Walk-A-Thon; 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 eastbound lane of Third Street beginning at 304 E. Third Street and ending at Henry Street be closed on September 21, 2019, from 10:30 a.m. until 12:30 p.m. on the condition that the YWCA be responsible for any extra labor costs incurred by the City as it relates to this event.
3. WHEREAS, Dorothy Hummel, on behalf of the YWCA, has requested, that a portion of certain streets be closed on October 4, 2019, to facilitate the YWCA 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 (contingent upon all required IDOT approvals where applicable) to effectuate the temporary closure of one lane of Third Street from Alton Street to George Street on October 4, 2019, from 3:30 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. on the condition that the YWCA shall be responsible for any extra labor costs incurred by the City as it relates to this event.
4. RESOLUTION TO COMMENCE WITH DEMOLITION PROCEEDINGS CONCERNING 1814 Sycamore 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: 1814 Sycamore St. Mr. Campbell made a motion, seconded by Mrs. MacAfee, that said resolutions be referred to the Committee of the Whole.
The Chair so ordered.
Mrs. MacAfee presented the following resolution:
WHEREAS, the Chief Examiner for the Civil Service Commission has worked with various City departments and has recommended updates and modifications to the rules of the Civil Service Commission; and
WHEREAS, the Civil Service Commission has reviewed the recommended changes and has approved a proposed comprehensive update of the rules of the Civil Service Commission; and
WHEREAS, it is appropriate to approve the rules of the Civil Service Commission by the City Council by way of ordinance.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALTON, ILLINOIS that the attached ordinance be considered. Mrs. MacAfee made a motion, seconded by Mr. Velloff, that said resolution be referred to the Committee of the Whole. The Chair so ordered.
Mr. Velloff presented the following three (3) resolutions:
1. WHEREAS, Alderman Velloff has requested that Riley Street between Johnson and Della Streets be closed on Saturday, September 7, 2019 from 12:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m. to facilitate a community 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 Riley Street between Johnson and Della Streets be closed on Saturday, September 7, 2019 from 12:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m.
2. WHEREAS, the City of Alton holds the Alton Municipal Band Fund; and
WHEREAS, the Alton Municipal Band Committee at its August 14, 2019 meeting recommended approval of a payment of the salaries for the 2019 summer season.
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 the individuals listed on the attached minutes as and for their salaries for the 2019 summer season pursuant to the minutes attached hereto.
3. WHEREAS, the City of Alton holds the Alton Municipal Band Fund; and
WHEREAS, the Alton Municipal Band Committee at its August 14, 2019 meeting recommended approval of a payments to $251.12 to ASCAP for licensing; $84.69 to Kasey Oglesby for reimbursement for Band materials; $1,800 for guest soloists for the 2019 season; $480.00 for substitute players for the 2019 season; $80.62 to Kasey Oglesby for reimbursement of damaged iPad used for concerts; and $165 to Schwartzkopf Printing for 2019 concert flyers.
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 $251.12 to ASCAP; $84.69 TO Kasey Oglesby; $1,800 for guest soloists; $480.00 for substitute players for the 2019 season; $80.62 to Kasey Oglesby; and $165 to Schwartzkopf Printing pursuant to the invoices and minutes attached hereto. Mr. Velloff made a motion, seconded by Mr. Campbell, that said resolutions be referred to the Committee of the Whole. The Chair so ordered.
At this time, Corporation Counselor Schrempf stated that the above and foregoing resolution regarding Riley Street between Johnson and Della Streets be closed on Saturday, September 7, 2019 from 12:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m. to facilitate a community block party and that said event would be before the Committee of the Whole meets again.
Mr. Velloff made a motion, seconded by Mr. Boulds, that the above and foregoing resolution regarding Riley Street between Johnson and Della Streets be closed on Saturday, September 7, 2019 from 12:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m. to facilitate a community block party 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, Brake, Elliott, Boulds, Mayor Walker – 7
NAYS: None – 0
ABSENT: Smith – 1
Mr. Velloff made a motion, seconded by Mr. Boulds, that the above and foregoing resolution be approved. The motion passed by the following vote:
AYES: Campbell, MacAfee, Velloff, Brake, Elliott, Boulds – 6
NAYS: None – 0
ABSENT: Smith – 1
Mr. Brake presented the following resolution:
WHEREAS, the City of Alton holds the Western Military Academy Memorial Site Fund pursuant to an Agreement entered into with Greater Alton Community Development Inc.; and
WHEREAS, the Western Military Academy Memorial Site Committee desires to improve the site pursuant to the Agreement; 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 Western Military Academy Memorial Site Fund to Baldwin/Priesmeyer in the amount of $559.70; Jay Rowden in the amount of $465.00 and Mike Doucleff in the amount of $1,092.33 pursuant to the minutes and invoice attached. Mr. Brake made a motion, seconded by Mrs. Elliott, that said resolution be referred to the Committee of the Whole. The Chair so ordered.
Mrs. Elliott presented the following resolution:
WHEREAS, the parking lot at the Alton Police Department is in need of resealing; and WHEREAS, the Police Chief has budgeted for the re-sealing of the parking lot; and
WHEREAS, the Police Chief has obtained bids from CSR Asphalt Paving and Concrete Construction in the amount of $13,900.00; Charles E. Mahoney Co. in the amount of $17,5000.00; and LWS Construction LLC in the amount of $16,400.00 for the sealing and striping of the parking lot.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALTON, ILLINOIS, that the Mayor, Comptroller, Police Chief or any other appropriate city official are authorized and directed to sign and execute any and all documents necessary for CSR Asphalt Paving & Concrete Construction to seal the parking lot at the Alton Police Department in accordance with the specifications attached hereto and made a part hereof. 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 two (2) resolutions:
1. RESOLUTION TO COMMENCE WITH DEMOLITION PROCEEDINGS CONCERNING 725 Central 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: 725 Central Ave.
2. RESOLUTION TO COMMENCE WITH DEMOLITION PROCEEDINGS CONCERNING 3235 Edgewood
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: 3235 Edgewood. Mrs. Elliott made a motion, seconded by Mr. Boulds, that said resolutions 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 desires to enter into a formal agreement with Richard Eldridge and Melissa Scharfinski to lease a vacant lot owned by City located at 312 Dry Street; and
WHEREAS, a formal agreement has been negotiated and recommended by the City staff for consideration of the City Council
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALTON, ILLINOIS that the Mayor and appropriate City officials to be designated by the Mayor are hereby authorized and directed to sign the attached Lease Agreement between the City of Alton and Richard Eldridge and Melissa Scharfinski.
2. WHEREAS, Alderman Campbell has requested that Logan Street between State Street and the unnamed alley behind Johnson’s Corner be closed on August 24, 2019, from 12:00 p.m. until 12:00 a.m. on August 25, 2019, for the Marquette High School Blue-Gray game; 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, and Fire Department are hereby authorized and directed to effectuate the temporary closure of Logan Street, between State Street and the unnamed alley behind Johnson’s Corner be closed on August 24, 2019, from 12:00 p.m. until 12:00 a.m. on August 25, 2019, for the Marquette High School Blue-Gray game on the condition that Marquette High School 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 resolutions. The motion passed by the following vote:
AYES: Campbell, MacAfee, Velloff, Brake, Elliott, Boulds, Mayor Walker – 7
NAYS: None – 0
ABSENT: Smith – 1
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, Brake, Elliott, Boulds – 6
NAYS: None – 0
ABSENT: Smith – 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, Brake, Elliott, Boulds – 6
NAYS: None – 0
ABSENT: Smith – 1
https://www.cityofaltonil.com/minutes/5/2019-08-28%20Minutes.pdf
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