City of Alton City Council met Jan. 22.
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 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 Alderwoman Elliott to lead the Pledge to the Flag.
BID OPENING
Mayor Walker presented the following:
BID OPENING – PROPOSAL FOR PURCHASE OF UNIMPROVED VACANT LOTS – GOLF RD. ALTON, ILLINOIS.
At this time, Corporation Counselor Jim Schrempf read the two (2) Bid Proposals received on January 22, 2020. The first Bid was submitted by Amerilodge Group - Alton Hotels LLC in the amount of $350,000.00 for property located at Golf Rd 3.7 acres of Tract A and Jack Holdings, LLC in the amount of $100,000.00 for approximately 1 up to 1.25 +/- Acres known as the Northeast corner of Golf Road and Homer Adams Parkway. Mr. Boulds made a motion, seconded by Mrs. Elliott, that said bids be referred to the Director of Department of Planning & Development for his review and recommendation and to report back to the City Council. The Chair so ordered.
COUNCIL MINUTES AND REPORT OF OFFICERS
The Clerk presented the following Council Minutes of January 8, 2020 and the following Report of Officers: City Treasurer, re: Monthly Report for December, 2019. Mr. Boulds made a motion, seconded by Mrs. Elliott, that said Minutes and Report of Officers be placed on file. The Chair so ordered.
COMMITTEE REPORT
Chairwoman Elliott presented the following Committee of the Whole Report for January 21, 2020; Resolution, re: Discount and Special Bills Paid; Laid Over Resolution, re: The public works director retained Justin Kleinschmidt of Sheppard Morgan and Schwaab Inc. to conduct an engineering assessment of the options for a permanent solution to the destabilizing retaining wall on Riverview Drive; Resolution, re: That it be a matter of public record that the City of Alton supports and endorses the Great Rivers & Routes Tourism Bureau as the State Certified Bureau for the Alton Metroplex; Resolution, re: That the following described street(s)/road(s)structure be improved under the Illinois Highway Code. State Street from south of Rozier St to City limits north a Delmar and Belle Street from State St. to south; Resolution, re: City Treasurer is hereby authorized and directed to make payment from the Lucy Haskell Playhouse Committee Fund; Resolution, re: City Treasurer is hereby authorized and directed to make payment from the Alton Municipal Band Fund; Resolution, re: To commence with demolition proceedings concerning 1923 Gross St.; Resolution, re: To commence with demolition proceedings concerning 3108 Hillcrest Ave.; Resolution, re: The Public Works Department has negotiated an agreement with The SNIP Alliance and Riverbend Pet Food Pantry; Resolution, re: Disputes concerning certain aspects of funds established by and between STO. LLC and the City of Alton; Resolution, re: Bid #2019 – 31, Asbestos Abatement at 2807 North Street, 1332 Monroe Street, 909 Rixon Street, 1407 Cyrus Street and 2724 Residence Street for the Building and Zoning Department; Resolution, re: Bid #2020 – 02; Equipment Rental with Operator for Gordon Moore Park Site Improvements for the Public Works Department; Resolution, re: Bid #2019 – 32, Demolition of 619 Brookside Avenue, 905 Gold Street, 1812 Ervay Avenue, 2709 & 2713 Viewland Avenue, and 1305 Harold Avenue for the Building and Zoning Department. Mrs. Elliott made a motion, seconded by Mr. Boulds, that said report be placed on file. The Chair so ordered.
Mrs. Elliott 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 January 21, 2020 be allowed and payment be made for same. Mrs. Elliott made a motion, seconded by Mr. Boulds, that said resolution be approved. The motion passed by the following vote:
AYES: Campbell, MacAfee, Velloff, Smith, Brake, Elliott, Boulds – 7
NAYS: None – 0
Mrs. Elliott presented the following resolution:
WHEREAS, the City Council approved a resolution at its regular meeting of August 14, 2019 authorizing the public works director to begin emergency procedures to stabilize the retaining wall on Riverview Drive immediately west of Park Drive; and
WHEREAS the public works director retained Justin Kleinschmidt of Sheppard Morgan and Schwaab Inc. to conduct an engineering assessment of the options for a permanent solution to the destabilizing retaining wall on Riverview Drive; and
WHEREAS Justin Kleinschmidt has prepared a study of various options to be considered by the city for a permanent solution to the destabilizing retaining wall on Riverview Drive.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Alton, Illinois that the Comptroller, in association with Justin Kleinschmidt, solicit bids to complete the project described as Option No. ______________as outlined in the attached report from Sheppard Morgan and Schwaab Inc. and
BE IT RESOLVED FURTHER RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Alton, Illinois that the Comptroller shall report the bids received along with a recommendation from Justin Kleinschmidt to the City Council for further action. Mrs. Elliott made a motion, seconded by Mr. Boulds, that said Resolution be Placed on File. The Chair so ordered
Mrs. Elliott presented the following resolution:
BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Alton, Illinois that it be a matter of public record that the City of Alton supports and endorses the Great Rivers & Routes Tourism Bureau as the State Certified Bureau for the Alton Metroplex. Mrs. Elliott made a motion, seconded by Mr. Campbell, that said resolution be approved. The motion passed by the following vote:
AYES: Campbell, MacAfee, Velloff, Smith, Brake, Elliott, Boulds – 7
NAYS: None – 0
Mrs. Elliott presented the following resolution:
BE IT RESOLVED, by the Council of the City of Alton Illinois that the following described street(s)/road(s)/structure be improved under the Illinois Highway Code, Work shall be done by Contract.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED,
1. That the proposed improvement shall consist of Pavement patching, pavement milling, hot- mix asphalt resurfacing, traffic signal work at Elm St., sidewalk curb ramp upgrades and other miscellaneous items of construction.
2. That there is hereby appropriated the sum of Two Hundred Eleven Thousand Two Hundred Fifty Dollars ($211,250.00) for the improvement of said section from the Local Public Agency’s allotment of Motor Fuel Tax funds.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Clerk is hereby directed to transmit four (4) certified originals of this resolution to the district office of the Department of Transportation. Mrs. Elliott made a motion, seconded by Mrs. MacAfee, that said resolution be approved. The motion passed by the following vote:
AYES: Campbell, MacAfee, Velloff, Smith, Brake, Elliott, Boulds – 7
NAYS: None – 0
Mrs. Elliott presented the following resolution:
WHEREAS, the City of Alton holds the Lucy Haskell Playhouse Committee Fund; and
WHEREAS, the Lucy Haskell Playhouse Committee at its December 17, 2019, meeting recommended approval of a payment to SnMWorks LLC in the amount of $240.00; George Alarm Company in the amount of $116.00 and the City of Alton Parks and Recreation Department in the amount of $701.00.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALTON, ILLINOIS that the City Treasurer is hereby authorized and directed to make payment from the Lucy Haskell Playhouse Committee Fund to: SnMWorks LLC in the amount of $240.00; George Alarm Company in the amount of $116.00 and the City of Alton Parks and Recreation Department in the amount of $701.00 pursuant to the minutes and invoices attached hereto. Mrs. Elliott made a motion, seconded by Mr. Velloff, that said resolution be approved. The motion passed by the following vote:
AYES: Campbell, MacAfee, Velloff, Smith, Brake, Elliott, Boulds – 7
NAYS: None – 0
Mrs. Elliott presented the following resolution:
WHEREAS, the City of Alton holds the Alton Municipal Band Fund; and
WHEREAS, the Alton Municipal Band Committee at its December 11, 2019 meeting recommended approval of a payment to Sign Magic in the amount of $125.00 and to the band members for the 2019 holiday concert in the amount of $2,250.00.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALTON, ILLINOIS that the City Treasurer is hereby authorized and directed to make payment from the Alton Municipal Band Fund to Sign Magic in the amount of $125.00 and to the band members for the 2019 holiday concert in the amount of $2,250.00 pursuant to the minutes attached hereto. Mrs. Elliott made a motion, seconded by Mr. Velloff, that said resolution be approved. The motion passed by the following vote:
AYES: Campbell, MacAfee, Velloff, Smith, Brake, Elliott, Boulds – 7
NAYS: None – 0
Mrs. Elliott presented the following resolution:
RESOLUTION TO COMMENCE WITH DEMOLITION PROCEEDINGS CONCERNING 1923 Gross 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: 1923 Gross St. Mrs. Elliott made a motion, seconded by Ms. Smith, that said resolution be approved. The motion passed by the following vote:
AYES: Campbell, MacAfee, Velloff, Smith, Brake, Elliott, Boulds – 7
NAYS: None – 0
Mrs. Elliott presented the following resolution:
RESOLUTION TO COMMENCE WITH DEMOLITION PROCEEDINGS CONCERNING 3108 Hillcrest 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: 3108 Hillcrest Ave. Mrs. Elliott made a motion, seconded by Mr. Boulds, that said resolution be Placed on File. The Chair so ordered.
Mrs. Elliott presented the following resolution:
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Alton has agreed to cooperate with the SNIP Alliance and the Riverbend Pet Food Pantry to make available certain City facilities to assist the SNIP Alliance and Riverbend Pet Food Pantry in their efforts to promote the spaying and neutering of dogs and cats; and,
WHEREAS, the Public Works Department has negotiated an agreement with The SNIP Alliance and Riverbend Pet Food Pantry sufficient to meet the desires of each party.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALTON, ILLINOIS, THAT the attached document is hereby approved and that the Mayor and appropriate City officials are authorized and directed to sign the document on behalf of the City of Alton. Mrs. Elliott made a motion, seconded by Ms. Smith, that said resolution be approved. The motion passed by the following vote:
AYES: Campbell, MacAfee, Velloff, Smith, Brake, Elliott, Boulds – 7
NAYS: None – 0
Mrs. Elliott presented the following resolution:
WHEREAS, disputes concerning certain aspects of funds established by and between STO, LLC and the City of Alton have arisen with regard to the Golf Course Lease Agreement executed by the respective parties on May 13, 2014; and
WHEREAS, the parties have reached an agreement to resolve those disputes.
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 approved. The motion passed by the following vote:
AYES: MacAfee, Velloff, Smith, Brake, Elliott, Boulds – 6
NAYS: None – 0
ABSTAIN: Campbell - 1
Mrs. Elliott presented the following resolution:
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALTON IL, that the best bid of Abatement Management for Asbestos Abatement at 2807 North Street in the amount of $950.00, and of AC Environmental of Willsonville for 1332 Monroe Street in the amount of $500.00, 909 Rixon Street in the amount of $2,600.00, 1407 Cyrus Street in the amount of $1,600.00, and 2724 Residence Street in the amount of $500.00 be awarded for Bid #2019 – 31 for the Building & Zoning Department. Mrs. Elliott made a motion, seconded by Ms. Smith, that said resolution be approved. The motion passed by the following vote:
AYES: Campbell, MacAfee, Velloff, Smith, Brake, Elliott, Boulds – 7
NAYS: None – 0
Mrs. Elliott presented the following resolution:
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALTON IL, that the best bid of Seiler Excavation for Equipment Rental with Operator for Gordon Moore Park Site Improvements per the attached bid tab sheet be awarded for Bid #2020 – 02 for the Public Works Department. Mrs. Elliott made a motion, seconded by Mr. Boulds, that said resolution be approved. The motion passed by the following vote:
AYES: Campbell, MacAfee, Velloff, Smith, Brake, Elliott, Boulds – 7
NAYS: None – 0
Mrs. Elliott 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 619 Brookside Avenue in the amount of $13,800.00 and of Supreme Trucking & Excavating for demolition of 905 Gold Street in the amount of $6,490.00 and 2709 & 2713 Viewland Avenue in the amount of $9,325.00, and 1305 Harold Avenue in the amount of $5,670.00 be awarded for Bid #2019 – 32 for the Building & Zoning Department. Mrs. Elliott 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. 7742. An Ordinance modifying the Golf Course Lease Agreement dated May 13, 2014 with STO LLC. 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: MacAfee, Velloff, Smith, Brake, Elliott, Boulds, Mayor Walker - 7
NAYS: None – 0
ABSTAIN: Campbell - 1
Mayor Pro Tem MacAfee presented the following ordinance for second reading.
Ordinance No. 7742. An Ordinance modifying the Golf Course Lease Agreement dated May 13, 2014 with STO LLC. Mrs. MacAfee made a motion, seconded by Mr. Boulds, that said ordinance be adopted. The motion passed by the following vote:
AYES: MacAfee, Velloff, Smith, Brake, Elliott, Boulds – 6
NAYS: None – 0
ABSTAIN: Campbell - 1
SECOND READING OF ORDINANCES
Mayor Pro Tem MacAfee presented the following ordinance for second reading.
Ordinance No. 7741. An Ordinance repealing Ordinance No. 3922 and establishing two hour parking on Belle Street between 7th Street and 9th Street. 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, Smith, Brake, Elliott, Boulds – 7
NAYS: None - 0
APPROVAL OF ACTIONS TAKEN UNDER SUSPENSION OF RULES AT PRIOR MEETING
The Clerk presented the following Civil Service Commission, re: Minutes of December 18, 2019; Civil Service Commission, re: 2019 Annual Report; Plan Commission, re: Minutes of January 7, 2020. 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 s special use permit be granted on the property identified by permanent parcel number 23-2- 07-02-11-202-039, Southwest One Quarter Northeast One Quarter Section 2, Township 5 North, Range 10 West of the Third Principal Meridian, also known as 2211 Gillis Street, Alton, Illinois, for roof mount solar panels, BE AND HEREBY IS APPROVED. Mr. Boulds made a motion, seconded by Mrs. MacAfee, that said resolution be approved. The motion passed by following vote:
AYES: Campbell, MacAfee, Velloff, Smith, Brake, Elliott, Boulds – 7
NAYS: None – 0
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- 07-11-19-403-022, Southwest One Quarter Southeast One Quarter Section 11, Township 5 North, Range 10 West of the Third Principal Meridian, also known as 902 Alton Street, Alton, Illinois, for bed and breakfast, BE AND HEREBY IS APPROVED. Mr. Boulds made a motion, seconded by Mr. Campbell, that said resolution be approved.
PUBLIC FORUM ADDRESSING CITY BUSINESS
Mayor Pro Tem MacAfee presented the following request for the floor from Keith Edwards; Dallas Beard; Alice Layton. Mrs. MacAfee made a motion, seconded by Mr. Campbell, that said request be approved. The Chair so ordered.
Ms. Layton took the floor and spoke, re: Application for Air BNB Permit at my property (special use) place of residence.
Mr. Beard took the floor and spoke, re: Regarding B&B on Alton St. Mr. Edwards took the floor and spoke, re: BNB proposal on Alton St.
The vote is as follows for the above and foregoing resolution:
AYES: None – 0
NAYS: Campbell, MacAfee, Velloff, Smith, Brake, Elliott, Boulds – 7
The Clerk presented the following resolution:
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALTON, for the approval of the proposed roadway dedication plat, also known as #1 Golf Road, for dedication of roadway and easements as on the plat, BE AND IS HEREBY IS APPROVED. Mr. Boulds 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 resolution:
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALTON, ILLINOIS, for text amendments that Section 12 (B) of Chapter 5 of Title 11 of the City Code of the City of Alton shall be amended by adding an additional permitted use: “marijuana stores, medical or recreational (uses within NAICS code 453998), that Section 15 (B) of Chapter 5 of Title 11 of the City Code of the City of Alton shall be amended by adding an additional permitted use: “marijuana stores, medical or recreational (used with NAICS code 453998)”, that Section 11 (D) of Chapter 5 of Title 11 of the City Code of the City of Alton shall be amended by adding an additional special use: “marijuana stores, medical or recreational (used within NAICS CODE 453998)”, that Section 10 (D) of Chapter 5 of Title 11 of the City Code of the City of Alton shall be amended by adding an additional special use: “marijuana stores, medical or recreational (used within NAICS code 453998)”, that Section 14 (B) of Chapter 5 of Title 11 of the City Code of the City of Alton shall be amended by deleting from the permitted uses “retail use building under fifteen thousand (15,000) square feet including” and substituting it with the following wording therefore: “retail use buildings under fifteen thousand (15,000) square feet, including:
Department stores (uses within NAICS code 4522).
Miscellaneous store retailers (used within NAICS code 453998) except Tobacco stores
and Marijuana stores.
Other general merchandise stores (used within NAICS code 452319).
Pharmacies and drug stores (446110).
BE AND HEREBY IS APPROVED. Mr. Boulds made a motion, seconded by Mrs. MacAfee, 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 for first reading:
Ordinance No. 7743. An Ordinance amending Title 11 of the City Code pertaining to Marijuana Stores. Mr. Boulds made a motion, seconded by Mrs. Elliott, that said ordinance be Laid Over. The Chair so ordered.
The Clerk presented the following ordinance for first reading:
Ordinance No. 7744. An Ordinance granting a Special Use Permit to allow a grid roof mount solar panel at the property located at 2211 Gillis Street, Alton, Illinois. Mr. Boulds 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 ordinance for second reading:
Ordinance No. 7744. An Ordinance granting a Special Use Permit to allow a grid roof mount solar panel at the property located at 2211 Gillis Street, Alton, Illinois. Mr. Boulds made a motion, seconded by Mrs. MacAfee, that said ordinance be adopted. 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 two (2) resolutions:
1. WHEREAS, the Deputy Director of Planning & Development has prepared a “Request for Proposal” for “a utility-scale solar farm (greater than 2 MW)” in the form as attached hereto and made a part hereof; and
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Alton desires to issue said Request for Proposal.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALTON, ILLINOIS, that the City Comptroller shall cause to be published in the Alton Telegraph and on the Riverbender website the attached Notice of Request for Proposals for a utility-scale solar farm.
2. WHEREAS, the Brown Street bridge, identified as Structure No. 060-6104, carries Rock Springs Creek under Brown Street approximately 100 feet east of Rock Springs Drive; and
WHEREAS, the Brown Street bridge has a sufficiency rating of 34.8 out of 100 as indicated on the City’s 2020 bridge inspection report of this structure, and a sufficiency rating of 50 or less indicates that the structure is in need of replacement;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALTON, ILLINOIS, that the Public Works Department be and is hereby authorized to solicit proposals using Federal QBS procedures for preliminary and construction engineering services required for the replacement or reconstruction of the Brown Street bridge, Structure No. 060-6104. 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 Derrick Ketchum. Mrs. MacAfee made a motion, seconded by Mr. Campbell, that said request be approved.
Mr. Ketchum was not present to speak.
COMMENTS OR RESOLUTIONS FROM THE CITY COUNCIL
Mrs. MacAfee presented the following resolution:
WHEREAS, there are currently 24 late night liquor licenses authorized by the City Code of the City of Alton; and
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Alton finds and determines that it is in the best interest of the City to decrease the number of liquor licenses issued by the City Code.
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.
Mrs. MacAfee presented the following resolution:
WHEREAS, there are currently 26 Class A liquor licenses, 24 Class B liquor licenses and 8 Class C-1 liquor licenses authorized by the City Code of the City of Alton; and
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Alton finds and determines that it is in the best interest of the City to decrease the number of liquor licenses issued by the City Code.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALTON, ILLINOIS, THAT the attached ordinances 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.
Ms. Smith presented the following two (2) resolutions:
1. WHEREAS, the Illinois Transportation Committee and the East West Gateway Council of Governments have approved Alton’s application for federal highway funds for improvements to Brown Street from Main Street to Worden Avenue; and
WHEREAS, the engineering services for design and construction of the project is the responsibility of the City of Alton;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALTON, ILLINOIS, that the Preliminary/Construction Engineering Services Agreement for Motor Fuel Tax Funds between the City of Alton and Sheppard, Morgan and Schwaab Inc., a copy of which is attached hereto, be and is hereby approved, and the Mayor and City Clerk are hereby authorized to sign said agreement.
2. BE IT RESOLVED, by the Council of the City of Alton Illinois that the following described street(s)/road(s)/structure be improved under the Illinois Highway Code. Work shall be done by Contract.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED,
1. That the proposed improvement shall consist of Pavement patching, pavement milling, hot- mix asphalt resurfacing, sidewalk curb ramp upgrades, side road crosswalk upgrades and other miscellaneous items.
2. That there is hereby appropriated the sum of Two Hundred Twenty Six Thousand Five Hundred Dollars ($226,500.00) for the improvement of said section from the Local Public Agency’s allotment of Motor Fuel Tax funds.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Clerk is hereby directed to transmit four (4) certified originals of this resolution to the district office of the Department of Transportation. Ms. Smith made a motion, seconded by Mr. Boulds, that said resolutions be referred to the Committee of the Whole. The Chair so ordered.
Mr. Brake presented the following ordinance:
An Ordinance amending Title 11 of the City Code pertaining to Marijuana Stores. Mr. Brake made a motion, seconded by Ms. Smith, that said ordinance be referred to the Plan Commission. The Chair so ordered.
Mr. Boulds presented the following three (3) resolutions:
1. WHEREAS, The Information Technology Director requests to apply for a grant to purchase 17 WatchGuard In-Car Camera Systems for the Police Department for the amount of $90,000.
WHEREAS, to qualify for the Grant the purchase must be invoiced and installed by June 30, 2020.
WHEREAS, the current In-Car system is antiquated and parts are no longer available; and
WHEREAS, the Police Department and IT Department has done due diligence in researching what In-Car System is required to fit the need of the department, to obtain the best pricing and to provide the best quality In-Car System that ensures longevity in tis use; and
WHEREAS, the Police Department and IT Department has chosen WatchGuard Video, for the purchase of equipment; and
WHEREAS, the Police Department and IT Department has determined that WatchGuard provides the best value.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALTON ILLINOIS, that the Information Technology Director and other appropriate city officials are hereby authorized and directed to sign on behalf of the City of Alton the attached agreement with WatchGuard Video.
2. WHEREAS, the City of Alton desires to enter into a formal Use Agreement with E&G Baseball/Alton to for non-exclusive use of 4.60 acres of City owned property commonly known as 4550 College Avenue within Gordon Moore Park; and
WHEREAS, a formal Use Agreement has been negotiated and recommended by the Director of Park and Recreation.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALTON, ILLINOIS that the Mayor is hereby authorized and directed to sign the attached Use Agreement between the City of Alton and E&G Baseball/Alton.
3. WHEREAS, Riverview Drive has recently suffered severe damage creating an emergency situation.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALTON, ILLINOIS as follows:
1. The City Council supports and approves of the emergency measures undertaken by Bob Barnhart, Alton Public Works Director, to retain Stutz Excavating Inc. and others to complete emergency temporary stabilization efforts to support Riverview Drive.
2. The City Council approves and directs Bob Barnhart to retain Sheppard Morgan & Schwaab Inc., and additional consultants as they may recommend to design and prepare construction specifications for the permanent repair and stabilization of Riverview Drive in a manner deemed most effective and practical to serve the residents of Riverview Drive.
3. The City Council does hereby authorize Sheppard Morgan & Schwaab Inc., to solicit bids or proposals from qualified construction companies to complete the permanent repair and stabilization of Riverview Drive as designed by Sheppard Morgan & Schwaab Inc.
Mr. Boulds made a motion, seconded by Mrs. Elliott, that the Rules of the Council be Suspended in order to act on 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
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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