City of Belleville City Council met Aug. 3.
Here is the minutes provided by the council:
Mayor Eckert called this meeting to order.
City Clerk Meyer called roll. Members present on roll call: Alderman Kinsella, Alderman Hazel, Alderwoman Duco, Alderman Pusa, Alderman Randle, Alderman Ferguson, Alderman Anthony, Alderman Ovian, Alderman Dintelman, Alderwoman Schaefer, Alderwoman Stiehl, Alderman Rothweiler, Alderman Elmore, Alderman Weygwa t, Alderman Barfield.
Alderman Wigginton excused.ROLL CALL DEPARTMENT HEADS
Roll Call Department Heads: Mayor Eckert; City Clerk, Jennifer Gain Meyer; City Treasurer, Dean Hardt; City Attorney Hoerner; Fire Chief, Tom Pour; Director of Finance, Jamie Maitret; Director of Maintenance, Ken Vaughn; Director of Public Works, Jason Poole; Director of Wastewater, Randy Smith; Director of Residential and Commercial Development Services, Annissa McCaskill; Director of Library, Leander Spearmint; City Engineer, Michael Velloff; Human Resource Manager, Emma Qualls; Police Chief, Bill Clay (technical difficulty: joined 7: 15 p.m.)
PLEDGE
Mayor Eckert led the Pledge of Allegiance.
PUBLIC PARTICIPATION
Sandra Crockett Ms. Crockett present from Sip & Chew Express— Item No. 11- B( 1) regarding outdoor seating. Mayor Eckert advised the Zoning Board unanimously recommended the approval.
Tom Petrekovich Mr. present from Curt Smith Sporting Goods— Item 11- B( 3).
Lynn Clapp Mr. Clapp is speaking on behalf of the Human Relations Commission. The Commission is wanting to begin the process of reestablishing the seven ( 7) current members to make sure they are still current. There are three (3) potential candidates; however, three more are still needed to complete the Commission. He would like to present a slate to the Council He asked the Council members if they have potential candidates in their Wards for consideration. They are looking for candidates that represent the diversity of Belleville including the LGBQT community, religious and ethnic population.
The requirements are the following: most live in the City of Belleville or work or own a business in Belleville.
PRESENTATIONS, RECOGNITIONS& APPOINTMENTS
Mayor Eckert recognized the character word of the month " Caring" meaning being compassionate and showing others you care.
Alderwoman Schaefer made a motion seconded by Alderwoman Duces to appointment David L. Zahn as Deputy Fire Chief, effective 12:01 am, August 15, 2020.
Members voting aye on roll call: Kinsella, Hazel, Duco, Pose, Randle, Ferguson, Anthony, Ovian, Dintelman, Schaefer, Stiehl, Rothweiler, Elmore, Weygandt, Barfield. ( 15)
PUBLIC HEARING
None.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Alderwoman Stiehl made a motion seconded by Alderman Pusa to approve City Council Meeting Minutes—July 20, 2020.
Members voting aye on roll call: Hazel, Duco, Puss, Randle, Ferguson, Anthony, Ovian, Dintelman, Schaefer, Stiehl, Rothweiler, Elmore, Weygandt, Barfield, Kinsella. ( 15)
CLAIMS, PAYROLL AND DISBURSEMENTS
Alderwoman Schaefer made a motion seconded by Alderman Dintelman to approve claims and disbursements in the amount of$698,652.01 and payroll in the amount of$803,172.96.
Members voting aye on roll call: Duro, Pusa, Randle, Ferguson, Anthony, Ovian, Dintelman, Schaefer, Stiehl, Rothweiler, Elmore, Weygandt, Barfield, Kinsella, Hazel. ( 15)
REPORTS
Alderman Ferguson made a motion seconded by Alderwoman Duco to approve the following motions:Motion to approve City Attorney' s Report dated July 31, 2020.
Motion to approve Treasurer Report June 2020.
Motion to approve Statement ofCash and Investments Report- June 2020.
Members voting aye on roll call: Pass, Randle, Ferguson, Anthony, Ovian, Dintelman, Schaefer, Stiehl, Rothweiler, Elmore, Weygandt, Barfield, Kinsella, Hazel, Duco. (15)
ORAL REPORTS
ADMINISTRATION
Alderwoman Schaefer made a motion seconded by Alderwoman Duco to approve waiving the bid process and use the State Bid Contractor( Morrow Brother' s Ford) to directly purchase six(6) police interceptor vehicles for the fiscal year 2020/2021.
Discussion.
Alderman Elmore asked if the money is coming from TIF 3; Mayor Eckert stated yes. Alderman Anthony asked if these are all SUV vehicles; Mayor Eckert advised they are all SUV Police Interceptors.
Members voting aye on roll call: Randle, Ferguson, Anthony, Ovian, Dintelman, Schaefer, Stiehl, Rothweiler, Elmore, Weygandt, Barfield, Kinsella, Hazel, Duco, Puss. ( 15)
Alderman Rothweiler made a motion seconded by Alderman Dintelman to approve waiving the bid process and utilize Sourcewell Cooperative Purchasing Alliance to purchase one(1) 2020 Caterpillar Inc. Model 420 Backhoe Loader from Fabick CAT in the mount of$ 113, 870.00.
Members voting aye on roll call: Ferguson, Anthony, Ovian, Dintelman, Schaefer, Stiehl, Rothweiler, Elmore, Weygandt, Barfield, Kinsella, Hazel, Duco, Puss, Randle. ( 15)
ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS
Alderwoman Stiehl made a motion seconded by Alderman Ovian to approve the following cases:
28-JUL20 — ANTONIO BAXTON: A request for a Special Use Permit for outdoor dining for Sip & Chew Express, a cafe / bar, at 124 West Main Street (parcel 08-21. 0- 443- 044) located in a " C-2" Heavy Commercial District. ( Applicable sections of the Zoning Code: 162.248, 162.515) Ward 2 Zoning Board unanimously recommended Approval
Alderman Ferguson advised he noticed the sidewalk needs repair; Mayor Eckert stated he noticed the sidewalk issues and he and the City Engineer will inspect and submit a work order.
30-JUL20 — CHRISTOPHER LOWRENCE: A request for a Special Use Permit to establish a metal sided garage at 912 Wabash Avenue (parcel #08-26.0-300-032) located in an " A-2" Two-Family Residence District. (Applicable sections of the Zoning Code: 162. 169, 162.515) Ward 6 Zoning Board unanimously recommended Approval.
31JUL20 — CURT SMITH SPORTING GOODS INC: A request for a Sign Installation Permit for Area of Special Control to install awning signage for Curt Smith Sporting Goods at 213 East Main Street ( parcel # 08-22.0-334-039) located in a " C-2" Heavy Commercial District. (Applicable sections of the Sign Code: 155.052, 155.053) Ward 2 Zoning Board recommended Approval by a majority vote oj4-1.
32JUL20—CULLEN PROPERTIES LLC: A request for a Use Variance to establish a multi-family dwelling ( 3 units) at 530 South 20th Street ( parcel # 08-20.0-317-009) located in a " A-1" Single- Family Residence District. (Applicable section of the Zoning Code: 162.570) Ward 2 Zoning Board unanimously recommended Approval.
33JUL20 — ZACHARY A. BAIR: A request for a Use Variance to establish a two- family dwelling at 10 North Church Street( parcel #08-22.0-335-009) located in a" C-2" Heavy Commercial District. (Applicable sections of the Zoning Code: 162.570) Ward 2 Zoning Board unanimously recommended Approval.
34JUL20—ZACHARY A. BAIR: A request for a Special Use Permit to use the first floor of 10 North Church Street ( parcel #08-22.0-335-009) for personal storage, located in a" C- 2" heavy Commercial District. (Applicable sections ofthe Zoning Code: 162.248, 162.515) ward 2 Zoning Board unanimously recommendedApproval.
Members voting aye on roll call: Anthony, Ovian, Dintelman, Schaefer, Stiehl, Rothweiler, Elmore, Weygandt, Barfield, Kinsella, Hazel, Duco, Pusa, Randle, Ferguson. ( 15)
COMMUNICATIONS
Alderwoman Schaefer made a motion seconded by Alderman Dintelman to approve the following Communications:
ARC Blood Drive American Red Cross requests to host a blood drive at Fire House No. 4, Monday, September 28, 2020, 2:00p.m. to 7:00p.m. COVID safety measures to be followed.
Music at the Venue Venue on Main request to host Music ( two musicians maximum per event) at the Venue on Friday, August 7, Friday, August 21, Friday, September 4, Friday, September 18, Friday, October 9, Friday, October 16 and Friday, October 30. Street closure request first block of South 2nd Street to alley, 4:00pm to 11: 00pm on all dates. Additional request of barricades. Tables will be socially distanced.
Members voting aye on roll call: Ovian, Dintelman, Schaefer, Stiehl, Rothweiler, Elmore, Weygandt, Barfield, Kinsella, Hazel, Duce, Pusa, Randle, Ferguson, Anthony. ( 15)
PETITIONS
None.
RESOLUTIONS
Alderwoman Schaefer made a motion seconded by Alderman Dintelman to read by title only Resolution 3389-2020.
Members voting aye on roll call: Dintelman, Schaefer, Stiehl, Rothweiler, Elmore, Weygandt, Barfield, Kinsella, Hazel, Duco, Pusa, Randle, Ferguson, Anthony, Ovian. ( 15)
Alderman Ferguson made a motion seconded by Alderwoman Duro to approve RESOLUTION 3389-2020 Resolution Implementing Local Measures Related to the Restore Illinois Guidelines/Mitigation Plan for Business Operations During the COVID-19 Pandemic.
Members voting aye on roll call: Schaefer, Stiehl, Rothweiler, Elmore, Weygandt, Barfield, Kinsella, Hazel, Duco, Puss, Randle, Ferguson, Anthony, Ovian, Dintelman. ( 15)
ORDINANCES
Alderwoman Stiehl made a motion seconded by Alderman Weygandt to read by title only and as a group Ordinances 8857-2020; 8858-2020; 8859-2020; 8860-2020; 8861- 2020; 8862-2020.
Members voting aye on roll call: Stiehl, Rothweiler, Elmore, Weygandt, Barfield, Kinsella, Hazel, Duco, Puss, Randle, Ferguson, Anthony, Ovian, Dintelman, Schaefer. ( 15)
Alderwoman Duco made a motion seconded by Alderman Ferguson to approve the following Ordinances:
ORDINANCE 8857-2020 A Zoning Ordinance In Re: 28-JUL20—ANTONIO BAXTON.
ORDINANCE 8858-2020 A Zoning Ordinance In Re: 30-JUL20— CHRISTOPHER LOWRENCE.
ORDINANCE 8859-2020 A Zoning Ordinance In Re: 31- JUL20— CURT SMITH SPORTING GOODS INC.
ORDINANCE 8860-2020 A Zoning Ordinance In Re: 32-JUL20—CULLEN PROPERTIES LLC.
ORDINANCE 8861- 2020 A Zoning Ordinance In Re: 33- JUL20—ZACHARY A. BAIR.
ORDINANCE 8862-2020 A Zoning Ordinance In Re: 33- JUL20— ZACHARY A. BAIR.
Members voting aye on roll call: Rothweiler, Elmore, Weygandt, Barfield, Kinsella, Hazel, Duco, Pusa, Randle, Ferguson, Anthony, Ovian, Dintelman, Schaefer, Stiehl. ( 15)
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
None.
MISCELLANEOUS & NEW BUSINESS
Alderman Elmore referenced the nice press release from Jennifer Ferguson regarding the food drive.
Alderman Ovian advised Schnucks at Country Club Plaza participated a can food drive with the Belleville Food Pantry.
Alderman Randle stated that he and the Mayor had a conversation regarding giving the Belleville Food Pantry a monthly stipend from the General Community Assistance Fund; Director of Community Development, Leander Spearman advised they were given $10,000 last year; however, nothing thus far this year. Mayor Eckert% ill research regarding the CARES Act and if that money has not come through the money that has been budgeted can be sent.
Alderman Dintelman made a motion seconded by Alderman Ferguson to approve Motor Fuel Claims in the Amount of$10,965.63.
Members voting aye on roll call: Elmore, Weygandt, Barfield, Kinsella, Hazel, Duco, Puss, Randle, Ferguson, Anthony, Ovian, Dintelman, Schaefer, Stiehl, Rothweiler. ( 15)
Alderman Elmore made a motion seconded by Alderman Rothweiler to recall Sherry Wright and Sarah Biermann( Sewer Collections), from unpaid-furlough status, effective August 4, 2020.
Discussion.
Alderman Randle asked if there is a positive trend with revenue numbers; Director of Finance, Jamie Maitret, advised these two employees are paid from the sewer fund. There has been a better trend for the April and May sales tax, waiting on June results.
Members voting aye on roll call: Weygandt, Barfield, Kinsella, Haul, Duco, Pusa, Randle, Ferguson, Anthony, Ovian, Dintehnan, Schaefer, Stiehl, Rothweiler, Elmore. ( 15)
EXECUTIVE SESSION
None.
ADJOURNMENT
Alderman Ferguson made a motion seconded by Alderman Rothweiler to adjourn at 7:56 p.m.
Members voting aye on roll call: Barfield, Kinsella, Hazel, Duces, Pusa, Randle, Ferguson, Anthony, Ov Diintelman, Schaefer, Stiehl, Rothweiler, Elmore, Weygandt. ( 15)
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