City of Alton City Council met Feb. 26.
Here is the minutes provided by the council:
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: MacAfee, Velloff, Smith, Brake, Elliott, Boulds – 6
ABSENT: Campbell - 1
Mayor Walker called upon Alderwoman MacAfee to lead the Pledge to the Flag.
COUNCIL MINUTES
The Clerk presented the following Council Minutes of February 12, 2020. Mr. Boulds made a motion, seconded by Mrs. Elliott, that said Minutes be placed on file. The Chair so ordered.
COMMITTEE REPORT
Chairwoman Elliott presented the following Committee of the Whole Report for February 24, 2020; Resolution, re: Discount and Special Bills Paid; Resolution, re: 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; Resolution, re: That Wall Street from State Street to the rear of the Firehouse be closed on May 2, 2020 to facilitate a Cinco De Mayor party at the Firehouse; Resolution, re: That certain streets be closed on Saturday, March 14, 2020, to facilitate a St. Patrick’s Day event; Resolution, re: 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; 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; Resolution, re: Bid #2020 – 04; Demolition of 2518 Washington Avenue; 1022 Tremont Street, and 1617 Piasa Street & 1211 Alby Street for the Building and Zoning Department; Resolution, re: Bid #2020 – 06, Asbestos Abatement at 1259 Carl Street, 1118 Long Avenue & 811 Union Street, 622 State Street and 3217 Belle Street for the Building and Zoning Department; Resolution, re: Bid #2020 – 07, Asbestos Abatement at 313 Oak Street & 721 Ridge Street, and 2945 & 2949 Hillcrest Avenue & 2800 Sanford Avenue for the Building and Zoning Department; Resolution, re: Bid #2020 – 08; Demolition of 1107 Long Avenue & 1432 Thorpe Street & 1414 Fletcher Street, 3253 Hawthorne Boulevard, 2414 Locust Avenue, 1264 & 1310 State Street, 3016 Glenwood Avenue & 610 Sheppard Street, and 1041 College 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 24, 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: MacAfee, Velloff, Smith, Brake, Elliott, Boulds – 6
NAYS: None – 0
ABSENT: Campbell - 1
Mrs. Elliott presented the following resolution:
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. 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
ABSENT: Campbell - 1
Mrs. Elliott presented the following resolution:
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. Mrs. Elliott made a motion, seconded by Mr. Velloff, that said resolution be approved. The motion passed by the following vote:
AYES: MacAfee, Velloff, Smith, Brake, Elliott, Boulds – 6
NAYS: None – 0
ABSENT: Campbell - 1
Mrs. Elliott presented the following resolution:
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. Mrs. Elliott made a motion, seconded by Mr. Velloff, that said resolution be approved. The motion passed by the following vote:
AYES: MacAfee, Velloff, Smith, Brake, Elliott, Boulds – 6
NAYS: None – 0
ABSENT: Campbell - 1
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 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. Mrs. Elliott made a motion, seconded by Mr. Velloff, that said resolution be approved. The motion passed by the following vote:
AYES: MacAfee, Velloff, Smith, Brake, Elliott, Boulds – 6
NAYS: None – 0
ABSENT: 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 S. Shafer Excavating Inc for demolition of 1812 Ervay Avenue in the amount of $6,500.00 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: MacAfee, Velloff, Smith, Brake, Elliott, Boulds – 6
NAYS: None – 0
ABSENT: 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 S. Shafer Excavating Inc for demolition of 2518 Washington Avenue in the amount of $6,900.00 GreenTrac LLC for demolition of 1022 Tremont Street in the amount of $7,200.00 and for demolition of 1617 Piasa Street & 1211 Alby Street in the amount of $12,900.00 be awarded for Bid #2020 – 04 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: MacAfee, Velloff, Smith, Brake, Elliott, Boulds – 6
NAYS: None – 0
ABSENT: 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 Thornburgh Abatement for Asbestos Abatement at 1259 Carl Street in the amount of $1,650.00 and of AC Environmental for Asbestos Abatement at 1118 Long Avenue & 811 Union Street in the amount of $1,300.00, and at 622 State Street in the amount of $600.00, and at 3217 Belle Street in the amount of $800.00 be awarded for Bid #2020 – 06 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: MacAfee, Velloff, Smith, Brake, Elliott, Boulds – 6
NAYS: None – 0
ABSENT: 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 313 Oak Street & 721 Ridge Street in the amount of $495.00, and for 2945 & 2949 Hillcrest Avenue & 2800 Sanford Avenue in the amount of $1,995.00 be awarded for Bid #2020 -07 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: MacAfee, Velloff, Smith, Brake, Elliott, Boulds – 6
NAYS: None – 0
ABSENT: 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 Stutz Excavating for demolition of 1170 Long Avenue & 1432 Thorpe Street & 1414 Fletcher Street in the amount of $19,500.00 for demolition of 1041 College Avenue in the amount of $8,200.00 and of GreenTrac, LLC for demolition of 2414 Locust Avenue in the amount of $6,480.00 and for demolition of 3016 Glenwood Avenue & 610 Sheppard Street in the amount of $12,817.00 and of Grafton Material Services, Inc for the demolition of 3253 Hawthorne Boulevard in the amount of $5,000.00 be awarded for Bid #2020 – 08 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: MacAfee, Velloff, Smith, Brake, Elliott, Boulds – 6
NAYS: None – 0
ABSENT: Campbell – 1
FIRST READING OF ORDINANCES
Mayor Pro Tem MacAfee presented the following ordinance for first reading.
Ordinance No. 7745. An Ordinance amending Section 10 A(1) (B) of Chapter 4 of Title 4, of the City Code of Alton, Illinois be limiting the maximum number of Liquor Licenses authorized in the City of Alton. Mrs. MacAfee made a motion, seconded by Mr. Velloff, that said ordinance be Laid Over. The Chair so ordered.
Mayor Pro Tem MacAfee presented the following ordinance for first reading.
Ordinance No. 7746. An Ordinance amending Section 4 (B) of Chapter 4 of Title 4, of the City Code of Alton, Illinois by amending the number of Liquor Licenses authorized in the City of Alton. Mrs. MacAfee made a motion, seconded by Mr. Velloff, that said ordinance be Laid Over. The Chair so ordered.
APPROVAL OF ACTIONS TAKEN UNDER SUSPENSION OF RULES AT PRIOR MEETING
The Clerk 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 Rout 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 said resolutions be approved. The motion passed by the following vote:
AYES: MacAfee, Velloff, Smith, Brake, Elliott, Boulds – 6
NAYS: None – 0
ABSENT: Campbell – 1
COMMENTS OR RESOLUTIONS FROM THE CITY COUNCIL Mrs. MacAfee presented the following three (3) resolutions:
1. BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALTON, ILLINOIS, that the Mayor is hereby authorized and directed to execute the attached redevelopment agreement with Alton Encore Properties, LLC, pursuant to the terms of the Alton Tax Increment Finance Grant Program.
2. BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALTON, ILLINOIS, that the Mayor is hereby authorized and directed to execute the attached redevelopment agreement with Waterfront Properties Holdings, LLC, pursuant to the terms of the Alton Tax Increment Finance Grant Program.
3. Be it resolved by the City Council of Alton Illinois that the attached ordinance be considering updating the list of depositories designed as appropriate for deposits of funds or monies of the City of Alton. Mrs. MacAfee made a motion, seconded by Mr. Velloff, that said resolutions be referred to the Committee of the Whole. The Chair so ordered.
Mrs. MacAfee presented the following two (2) petitions:
1. Petition, re: James R. Schwank request a Special Use Permit to allow a Guest House at 1103 Exchange Street.
2. Petition, re: Crisis Food Center Inc. request a Zoning Classification change from R-3 to C-4 for a new parking lot for 16 cars will be constructed at 532 Alby Street. Mrs. MacAfee made a motion, seconded by Mr. Velloff, that said petitions be referred to the Plan Commission. The Chair so ordered.
Mr. Velloff presented the following seven (7) resolutions:
1. WHEREAS, Alderman Campbell has requested, that a portion of certain streets be closed on June 7, 2020 from 7:00 a.m. until 5:30 p.m., to facilitate the All Wheels Drive-In Car Show; 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 on June 7, 2020 from 7:00 a.m. until 5:30 p.m. of the portions of the following streets and City owned properties as specified below:
Third Street from Piasa Street to State Street State Street from Broadway to Fourth Street Belle Street from Third Street to Fourth Street Fourth Street from Piasa to Belle Street
The two parking lots, on the south side of Third Street between State Street and Piasa Street, adjacent to Third Street.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALTON, ILLINOIS, that the Alton Police Department provide 60 “No Parking” signs to be placed along the streets and in the parking lots on Saturday, June 7, 2020.
2. WHEREAS, Alderman Campbell has requested that Market Street from Broadway to Third Street be closed on April 18, 2020 from 10:00 a.m. until 7:00 p.m. to facilitate the Meander on Market 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 Market
Street from Broadway to Third Street on April 18, 2020 from 10:00 a.m. until 7:00 p.m. to facilitate the Meander on Market event with Alton Main Street being responsible for any extra labor costs incurred by the City as it relates to this event.
3. WHEREAS, Alderman Campbell has requested that Broadway between 210 E. Broadway and 410 E. Broadway be closed beginning September 19, 2020 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 210 E. Broadway and 410 E. Broadway be closed beginning September 19, 2020 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.
4. WHEREAS, Alton Main Street desires to hold a special event on April 18, 2020, on Market Street between Broadway and Third Street, which event shall include the outdoor sale of food and alcoholic beverages to benefit the Alton Main Street; and
WHEREAS, the sale of alcoholic beverages on the City of Alton property, 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;
Alton Main Street shall be entitled to sell alcoholic liquor on Market Street between Broadway and Third Street on April 18, 2020 to benefit Alton Main Street to be held on that date.
5. WHEREAS, Alton Main Street desires to hold a special event on September 19, 2020, on Broadway between 210 E. Broadway and 410 E. Broadway, which event shall include the outdoor sale of food and alcoholic beverages to benefit the Mississippi Earthtones Festival Event; and
WHEREAS, the sale of alcoholic beverages on the City of Alton property, 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; Alton Main Street shall be entitled to sell alcoholic liquor on Broadway between 210 E. Broadway and 410 E. Broadway on September 19, 2020, to benefit the Mississippi Earthtones Festival Event to be held on that date.
6. BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALTON, ILLINOIS that the City Clerk is hereby authorized and directed to publish the attached notice of sale for three consecutive weeks in a qualified newspaper published in the City of Alton.
7. WHEREAS, the City of Alton holds the Alton Municipal Band Fund; and
WHEREAS, the Alton Municipal Band Committee at its February 19, 2020 meeting recommended approval of a payments to: Schwartzkopf Printing for $425.00, Stanton Music for $77.40, Gary Gatstattler for $325.00, JW Pepper for $160.00, Halpin Music for $1,067.89, and Music and Art for $1,482.15 for a total of $3,537.44.
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 Schwartzkopf Printing for $425.00, Stanton Music for $77.40, Gary Gatstattler for $325.00, JW Pepper for $160.00, Halpin Music for $1,067.89, and Music and Art for $1,482.15 for a total of $3,537.44 , pursuant to the minutes attached hereto. Mr. Velloff made a motion, seconded by Mrs. MacAfee, that said resolutions be referred to the Committee of the Whole. The Chair so ordered.
Ms. Smith presented the following three (3) resolutions:
1. 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 the replacement or reconstruction of the existing double box culverts under Brown Street located approximately 100 feet east of Rock Springs Drive in Alton, Illinois.
2. That there is hereby appropriated the sum of One Hundred Thousand Dollars ($100,000.00) for the improvement 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.
2. WHEREAS, Qualification Statements for preliminary and construction engineering services for the Brown Street Bridge Replacement Project (MFT Sec. 20-00241-00-BR) were solicited by the Alton Public Works Department using Federal Qualification Based Selection (QBS) Procedures; and,
WHEREAS, seven (7) Qualification Statements were received from structural engineering firms for this project on February 10, 2020, at 3:00 pm at the Public Works Building, and the Public Works Selection Committee ranked the top three (3) engineering firms to be interviewed for the project as Oates Associates from Collinsville, Illinois; Lochmueller Group from Troy, Illinois; and TWM from Edwardsville, Illinois;
WHEREAS, all three (3) of these engineering firms were interviewed on February 13, 2020 by the Public Works Selection Committee, and it was the recommendation of the Selection Committee that the Alton City Council award the contract for preliminary and construction engineering services for the Brown Street Bridge Replacement Project to Oates Associates.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALTON, ILLINOIS that the Preliminary and Construction Engineering Services Agreement between the City of Alton and Oates Associates for the Brown Street Bridge Replacement Project (MFT Sec. 20-00241-00-BR), a copy of which is attached hereto, be and is hereby approved.
3. RESOLUTION TO COMMENCE WITH DEMOLITION PROCEEDINGS CONCERNING 2017 Country Club
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: 2017 Country Club. 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 two (2) resolutions:
1. RESOLUTION TO COMMENCE WITH DEMOLITION PROCEEDINGS CONCERNING 2116 Halliburton 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: 2116 Halliburton St.
2. WHEREAS, representatives of Municipal Dynamics have requested the renewal of their existing contract with the City of Alton; and
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Alton, Illinois finds that it is in the best interest of the City of Alton to agree to the renewal of the existing contract between the City of Alton and Municipal Dynamics upon the terms and conditions as set forth therein.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALTON, ILLINOIS, that the Mayor and other appropriate city officials are hereby authorized and directed to execute the attached PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT ALARM REGISTRATION AND FALSE ALARM MANAGEMENT. 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 petition and ordinance:
1. Petition, re: EFS Energy Inc. – Pete Oswald, request a Special Use Permit for installation of a 10.27kW roof mounted solar array at 1126 Milton Road.
2. Ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance pertaining to cannabis as recommended by the Zoning Administrator for public hearing and recommendation. Mrs. Elliott made a motion, seconded by Mr. Boulds, that said petition and ordinance be referred to the Plan Commission. The Chair so ordered.
Mr. Boulds presented the following three (3) resolutions:
1. WHEREAS, the City Council has approved the purchase of two Precision/Spartan Custom 4-Door Heavy Duty Extruded Aluminum Mid Mount Pumper Fire Trucks; and
WHEREAS, the cost of said fire trucks $880,812.00 as shown on the attached invoice.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALTON, ILLINOIS that the City Comptroller shall seek the best proposal from lending institutions to borrow up to $880,812.00 to pay for said vehicles over a period not to exceed 10 years and execute all documents to close said loan upon terms to be negotiated by the Comptroller.
2. WHEREAS, Fire Chief has recommended the purchase of three cardiac monitors and related equipment from the Stryker company with the total purchase price of $99,017.10 as itemized on the attached Quote No. 10086015 from the Stryker company dated December 2, 2019; and
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALTON, ILLINOIS, the Fire Chief, Comptroller and other appropriate officials of the city of Alton hereby authorized and directed to accept the aforesaid quote from Stryker company and effectuate the purchase and delivery of three cardiac monitors, related equipment and services as set forth in the aforesaid quote.
3. WHEREAS, the City of Alton Public Works Director has requested permission to purchase goods and services through the TIPS purchasing cooperative to allow improvements to Gordon Moore Park to be completed and coordinated with the construction of road improvements benefiting Gordon Moore Park, the construction of a new concession stand at Gordon Moore Park and the construction of an all-inclusive play area.
NOW THEREFORE THE RESOLVED OF CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALTON, ILLINOIS that the public works director is authorized to purchase goods and services through the TIPS purchasing cooperative to allow construction of improvements to Gordon Moore Park, including but not limited to, site work and grading work, stormwater runoff, drainage and surface improvements with work to be performed in accordance with the contract pricing available to the city by its membership in TIPS. Mr. Boulds made a motion, seconded by Mrs. Elliott, that said resolutions be referred to the Committee of the Whole. The Chair so ordered.
Mr. Boulds presented the following four (4) resolutions:
1. WHEREAS, the City of Alton (Village, City, Township or Park Board) proposes to apply for PEP funds for the following project(s);
Gordon Moore Park Rock Springs Park Killion Park Northside Park; and
WHEREAS, the funding for the projects may exceed the actual amount granted from PEP funds in which the Village, City, Township or Park Board of City of Alton agrees to fund the completion of the project from another source;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Official Board of the Village, City, Township or Park Board of City of Alton authorizes the filing of the above listed applications to Madison County in adherence to all applicable rules and regulations of the PEP program; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the official Board of the Village, City, Township or Park Board of City of Alton. City of Alton hereby directs and designates the Chief Elected Official to act as the authorized representative in connection with the filing of the aforementioned applications and all concurrent meetings and hearings associated with the project approval process.
2. WHEREAS, Good Energy, L.P., serves as agent and consultant for the City of Alton with regard to purchasing utility supply (electric and natural gas supply) for the City of Alton in the performance of its municipal responsibilities; and
WHEREAS, Good Energy, L.P., has previously acted and continues to act as the broker for the supply portion of electric and natural gas supply; and
WHEREAS, Good Energy, L.P., electric and natural gas supply is a commodity and prices change daily and to capture the best rates must be acted on within a minimal timeframe; and
WHEREAS, Good Energy, L.P., has expert knowledge and awareness of such prices and has previously worked with other numerous municipalities; and
WHEREAS, Good Energy, L.P., has negotiated the best utility rates and terms for electrical and natural gas supplies for the City of Alton.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALTON, ILLINOIS that the Mayor and appropriate city officials are hereby authorized and directed to execute on behalf of the City, an Electric and or Natural Gas Supply Agreement with a supplier for electrical/or natural gas supply for City owned accounts as recommended by Good Energy L.P. as long as substantial savings are realized.
3. WHEREAS, The Public Works Director has recommended replacement and upgrade of the fire alarm system at the Public Works Facility, as approved in FY 2019-2020 budget. Based on attached quote number 354439831 from Johnson Controls for equipment, technical/commissioning labor, installation and materials to replace an existing defective fire alarm control panel and all initiating devices. Items cited on this quote are products and services of Johnson Controls Fire Protection LP Sourcewell Contract 031517 SGL, with a total price for the job of $40,670.00, dated February 21, 2020.
THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALTON, ILLINOIS, the Public Works Director, Comptroller and other appropriate officials of the City of Alton hereby authorized and directed to accept the aforesaid quote from Johnson Controls Fire Protection LP Sourcewell Contract 031517 SGL and effectuate the replacement and upgrade of the Public Works Facility fire alarm system as set forth in the aforesaid quote.
4. WHEREAS, the Public Works Department of the City of Alton, Illinois, requested bids for the purchase of 5 pickup trucks and have received bids from 3 reputable companies; and
WHEREAS, Roberts Ford of Alton was the only bidder that met the bid specifications; and
WHEREAS, the Public Works Department finds it necessary and appropriate to purchase 6 pickup trucks pursuant to the bids received; and
WHEREAS, the Public Works Department of the City of Alton, Illinois, desires to purchase three (3) Class 2b Regular Cab Pickup Trucks at the cost of $30,392.22 each; and
WHEREAS, the Public Works Department of the City of Alton, Illinois, desires to purchase one (1) Class 2b Extended Cab Pickup Truck at the cost of $32,277.92; and
WHEREAS, the Public Works Department of the City of Alton, Illinois, desires to purchase two (2) Class 4 Cab and Chassi Trucks at the cost of $38,188.81 each.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALTON, ILLINOIS, that the Mayor and Public Works Director are hereby authorized and directed to purchase from Roberts Ford of Alton the 6 pickup trucks listed above with the funds for the purchase coming from accounts, 1150, 1450, 1501, 1520, 1711, and 1901 for the 2019- 2020 fiscal year. Mr. Boulds made a motion, seconded by Mr. Elliott, that Rules of the Council be Suspended in order to act on said resolutions. The motion passed by the following vote:
AYES: MacAfee, Velloff, Smith, Brake, Elliott, Boulds, Mayor Walker - 7
NAYS: None – 0
ABSENT: Campbell – 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: MacAfee, Velloff, Smith, Brake, Elliott, Boulds – 6
NAYS: None – 0
ABSENT: Campbell – 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: MacAfee, Velloff, Smith, Brake, Elliott, Boulds – 6
NAYS: None – 0
ABSENT: Campbell – 1
https://www.cityofaltonil.com/minutes/5/2020-02-26%20%20Minutes.pdf
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