City of Alton City Council met Feb. 12.
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 Alderman Campbell to lead the Pledge to the Flag.
COUNCIL MINUTES, COMMUNICATIONS AND REPORT OF OFFICERS
The Clerk presented the following Council Minutes of January 22, 2020 and the following Communications: Republic Services, re: Solid Waste and Recycle Volumes for the City of Alton for the month of December, 2019 and the following Report of Officers: Alton Fire Department, re: Monthly Fire Damage Report to Assessor’s Office January, 2020; Alton Fire Department, re: Estimated Fire Loss for January, 2020; Alton Fire Department, re: Largest Single Fire Loss for January, 2020; Department of Building and Zoning, re: Monthly report for January, 2020; City Treasurer, re: Monthly Report for January, 2020. 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.
COMMITTEE REPORT
Chairwoman Elliott presented the following Committee of the Whole Meeting Report for February 12, 2020; Resolution, re: Discount and Special Bills Paid; Resolution, re: There are currently 24 late night liquor licenses authorized by the City Code and 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 and the attached ordinance be considered; Resolution, re: 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 and 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; Resolution, re: 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; Resolution, re: That the following described street(s)/structures be improved under the Illinois Highway Code for roadway/street improvements Brown Street from Main St. to Worden Ave.; Resolution, re: Bid #2020 – 05, Asbestos Abatement at 1121/1123 East 5th Street & 811 Union Street, and 2041 Alby Street & 914 Riley 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 February 10, 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, 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. 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, 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 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: Campbell, MacAfee, Velloff, Smith, Brake, Elliott, Boulds – 7
NAYS: None – 0
Mrs. Elliott presented the following resolution:
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. 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 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.
For Roadway/Street Improvements Name of Street(s)/Road(s) Length Route From To (miles) Brown Street 0.5 FAU 8962 Main St. Worden Ave.
For Structures Name of Street(s)/Road(s) Existing Route Location Feature Crossed Structure No.
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. Mrs. Elliott made a motion, seconded by Mr. Brake, 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 Abatement Management for Asbestos Abatement at 2041 Alby Street & 914 Riley Avenue in the amount of $950.00 be awarded for Bid #2020 – 05 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
SECOND READING OF ORDINANCES
Mayor Pro Tem MacAfee presented the following ordinance for second reading.
Ordinance No. 7743. An Ordinance amending Title 11 of the City Code pertaining to Marijuana Stores. Mrs. MacAfee made a motion, seconded by Mr. Boulds, that said ordinance be approved. 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 November 18, 2019; Civil Service Commission, re: Minutes of January 15, 2020. Mr. Boulds made a motion, seconded by Ms. Smith, that said minutes be placed on file. The chair so ordered.
APPROVAL OF ACTIONS TAKEN UNDER SUSPENSION OF RULES AT PRIOR MEETING
The Clerk presented the following two (2) ordinances and three (3) resolutions:
1. Ordinance No. 7742. An Ordinance modifying the Golf Course Lease Agreement dated May 13, 2014 with STO LLC.
2. 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.
3. 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 its 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.
4. 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.
5. 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 Ms. Smith, that said ordinances and resolutions be approved. The motion passed by the following vote:
AYES: Campbell, MacAfee, Velloff, Smith, Brake, Elliott, Boulds – 7
NAYS: None – 0
COMMENTS OR RESOLUTIONS FROM THE CITY COUNCIL
Mr. Campbell presented the following three (3) resolutions:
1. WHEREAS, it is occasionally necessary for the City of Alton to procure consultant services in order to meet the needs of various departments in completing planning surveying engineering and other projects that require professional services from qualified consultants; and
WHEREAS, local public agencies that are seeking or are in receipt of federal funding must adhere to the rules and regulations set forth for the procurement of consultant services; and
WHEREAS, federal agencies may require Qualification Based Selection for Engineering and Professional Services;
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALTON, ILLINOIS that appropriate city officials are hereby authorized and directed to solicit Letters of Interest and Qualifications (LIQ) for engineering and professional services related to flood mitigation.
2. WHEREAS, Alderman Campbell has requested, that Wall Street from State Street to the rear of the Firehouse be closed on May 2, 2020 from 2:00 p.m. until 12:00 p.m. to facilitate a Cinco De Mayo party at the Firehouse; 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 Wall Street from State Street to the rear of the Firehouse on May 2, 2020 from 2:00 p.m. until 12:00 p.m., on the condition that the Firehouse shall be responsible for any extra labor costs incurred by the City as it relates to this event.
3. WHEREAS, Alderman Brian Campbell has requested, that certain streets be closed on Saturday, March 14, 2020, from 11:00 a.m. until 11:00 p.m. to facilitate a St. Patrick’s Day event, 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 State Street between Wall and Broadway on Saturday, March 14, 2020, from 11:00 a.m. until 11:00 p.m. to facilitate a St. Patrick’s Day event. Mr. Campbell made a motion, seconded by Mrs. MacAfee, that said resolutions be referred to the Committee of the Whole. The Chair so ordered.
Mr. Velloff 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 LogoIt in the amount of $154.00.
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 LogoIt in the amount of $154.00 pursuant to the minutes attached hereto. Mr. Velloff 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 two (2) resolutions:
1. WHEREAS, the City of Alton is preparing applications for Federal STP funding to improve State Street from Rozier Street to Logan Street and to improve Milton Road from Worden Avenue to Hillcrest Avenue; and
WHEREAS, the applications for said funding require an application fee of 0.5% of the federal funds requested which is refunded to the City if applications are not successful; and
WHEREAS, the application fees will be paid by using Motor Fuel Tax funds.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALTON, ILLINOIS, that the Resolution for Improvement Under the Illinois Highway Code authorizing Motor Fuel Tax Funds for application fees to East West Gateway Council of Governments, a copy of which is attached hereto, be and is hereby approved, and the City Clerk is hereby authorized to sign and seal said resolution form.
2. WHEREAS, the Illinois Department of Transportation by letter dated November 19, 2019 has modified its cost sharing agreement for certain improvements along Illinois Route 140, original letter dated October 3, 2018 and approved by City on February 13, 2019; and
WHEREAS, there are two options for repaving parking lanes, where option 1 states “As part of construction contract 76N49, the City of Alton will participate in the resurfacing of the parking lanes along IL Route 140 from Terra Drive to east of Annex Street (outdated in attached letter.
WHEREAS, the funds for the work will be paid from Street Maintenance budget and Motor Fuel Tax funds.
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. 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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