City of Collinsville City Council met July 14.
Here is the minutes provided by the council:
A. CALL MEETING TO ORDER
Mayor Miller called the meeting to order at 6:30 pm.
B. ROLL CALL
Also present: City Manager Mitch Bair, Corporate Counsel Steve Giacoletto, and City Clerk Kim Wasser.
Present: 4 - Councilman Tony Hausmann, Councilman Jeff Stehman, Councilman David Jerome, and Mayor John Miller
Absent: 1 - Councilman Donna Green
C. INVOCATION
Delivered by Pastor Dale Barnhurst of Seventh-day Adventist Church.
D. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Recited.
E. PROCLAMATIONS/RECOGNITION/PRESENTATIONS
F. BUSINESS PRIOR TO PUBLIC INPUT
1. Ordinance Rezoning Real Estate Owned by Robert and Audrey Watt from "R-3" Multi-Family Residential District and Establishing a Planned Development District "P-R-1" Planned Single Family Residential District (402 Short Street and 305 Beidler Street)
Associate Planner Cristen Hardin advised the parcel consists of two single family residential structures in which the property owner wishes to divide the parcel with a structure on each. She displayed aerial view of the property and zoning of neighboring properties. She highlighted the non-conformities for each property to include lot (area, width and depth) as well as setbacks (front, rear and side yards).
Councilman Jerome clarified that no modifications are being considered to the structures at this time to which Ms. Hardin advised they were not.
A motion was made by Councilman Jerome, seconded by Councilman Hausmann to approve. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 4 - Hausmann, Stehman, Jerome, and Miller
Nay: 0
Absent: 1 - Green
Abstain: 0
2. Ordinance Rezoning Real Estate Owned by Karibian Family Revocable Trust from "B-2" Limited Commercial District to "UCD" Uptown Collinsville District (110 W. Main St.)
Ms. Hardin advised OSewpersonal is proposing to purchase and open a fabric store at 110 W. Main.
She advised the storefront is currently vacant but was previously occupied by A-1 Party and Wedding Rental. She displayed aerial view of the property. She recommended approval.
A motion was made by Councilman Stehman, seconded by Councilman Hausmann to approve. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 4 - Hausmann, Stehman, Jerome, and Miller
Nay: 0
Absent: 1 - Green
Abstain: 0
G. COUNCIL DISCUSSION
1. Overview of STARCOM21 Radio Project (PD19-007)
Police Chief Steve Evans and Lt. Eric Herman (project manager) gave an update regarding the STARCOM radio project. He advised the Capital Improvement Plan project was initially approved by Council with a budget of $630,000 ($330,000 Capital Project Fund and $300,000 Federal Forfeiture Fund). The project costs $625,898. He summarized the improvements to include upgraded radio consoles in the Communications Center, car radios and portable radio docking stations. He spoke of the efficiently in city-wide communications.
2. Commercial Design and Landscape Guideline Discussion
Community Development Intern Caitlin Rice gave an overview regarding the commercial design and landscape guidelines. She referenced Maryland Heights' guidelines as they are well done and demographics are similar in nature. She outlined the purpose for establishing building and landscape designs for commercial properties. She displayed pictures of preferred facades. She spoke of landscape design goals. She described Maryland Heights' and Edwardsville's point system when determining landscape standards for new development. A discussion was had regarding building design and landscape guidelines.
H. SPEAKERS FROM THE FLOOR
None.
I. COMMENTS & ANNOUNCEMENTS - MAYOR
None.
J COMMENTS & ANNOUNCEMENTS - COUNCIL MEMBERS
Councilman Stehman commended the businesses complying with CDC requirements. He spoke of issues regarding the pandemic.
Councilman Jerome spoke of restaurants and businesses who have reinvented themselves during the pandemic.
K. COMMENTS & ANNOUNCEMENTS - CITY STAFF
Deputy City Manager Derek Jackson announced that City Hall reopened to the public on July 6. He spoke of modifications made at the customer service counters due to COVID 19. Employees serving the public will be wearing a face mask and the City asks customers to wear one as well. Hours are 8:30am - 4pm in order to allow for additional sanitization. City Manager Bair commended Mr.
Jackson for his efforts.
Councilman Jerome thanked City Manager Bair for his leadership and staff for their efforts during the pandemic.
L. CONSENT AGENDA
City Clerk Wasser read the Consent Agenda.
1. Motion to Approve Payment of Bills for the Period Ending July 3, 2020, in the Amount of $1,221,389.29
2. Motion to Approve Payroll for the Period Ending June 26, 2020, in the Amount of $1,423,227.31
3. Motion to Approve Minutes of the June 23, 2020 Council Meeting
Mayor Miller asked if the Council wished to pull any items prior to a Motion.
No items were pulled. A motion was made by Councilman Jerome, seconded by Councilman Stehman, to approve the Consent Agenda. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 4 - Hausmann, Stehman, Jerome, and Miller
Nay: 0
Absent: 1 - Green
Abstain: 0
M. NEW BUSINESS
1. Ordinance Adopting a Taxpayers' Bill of Rights for the City of Collinsville
City Manager Bair advised this is a text amendment to Title 3 of the Municipal Code which ensures the rights, privacy, and property of taxpayers are protected during assessment and collection of taxes and provides for consistency.
A motion was made by Councilman Hausmann, seconded by Councilman Stehman to approve. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 4 - Hausmann, Stehman, Jerome, and Miller
Nay: 0
Absent: 1 - Green
Abstain: 0
2. Ordinance Amending Section 2.08.040 of the Collinsville Municipal Code with Regard to the Bonds of Officers Elected and Appointed in the City of Collinsville
Overview by City Manager Bair, who advised this text amendments is necessary per Illinois State Statutes regarding bonding requirements. This ordinance would add all Department Heads, the Mayor and Council to be bonded. City's insurance company recommends a bond in the amount of $25,000 each for all except the City Treasurer which would be in the amount of $75,000.
A motion was made by Councilman Stehman, seconded by Councilman Hausmann to approve. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 4 - Hausmann, Stehman, Jerome, and Miller
Nay: 0
Absent: 1 - Green
Abstain: 0
3. Ordinance Authorizing a Professional Services Agreement with Volkert Inc. in
the Amount of $27,466 for Right-of-Way Acquisition Services for Sugar Loaf
Road Reconstruction
City Engineer Troy Turner advised this ordinance would authorize an agreement with Volkert, in the amount of $27,466, for services regarding right-of-way acquisition for the Sugar Loaf Road reconstruction project. He described the project and displayed an aerial view of the property. Lastly, he advised MFT funds will be utilized to pay for the services.
A motion was made by Councilman Jerome, seconded by Councilman Stehman to approve. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 4 - Hausmann, Stehman, Jerome, and Miller
Nay: 0
Absent: 1 - Green
Abstain: 0
4. Resolution Authorizing Use of MFT Funds in the amount of $27,466 for Right-of-Way Acquisition Services for the Sugar Loaf Road Reconstruction Project (SEC 15-00101-01-PV).
Mr. Turner advised this resolution authorizes the use of MFT funds to pay for services related to the right-of-way acquisition for the Sugar Loaf Road reconstruction project. The cost of the services is estimated at $27,466.
A motion was made by Councilman Hausmann, seconded by Councilman Jerome to approve. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 4 - Hausmann, Stehman, Jerome, and Miller
Nay: 0
Absent: 1 - Green
Abstain: 0
5. Ordinance Providing for the Acceptance of a Gift of Real Estate and Improvements Located at 409 North Morrison Avenue in the City of Collinsville, Illinois
Overview by Deputy City Manager Jackson, who advised the owner of 409 N. Morrison wishes to donate the property to the City. The property has a single family residential structure on it which has been the subject of multiple code violations. If approved, the City plans to demolish the dwelling. He advised $2,104.32 in taxes are due on the property.
A motion was made by Councilman Jerome, seconded by Councilman Stehman to approve. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 4 - Hausmann, Stehman, Jerome, and Miller
Nay: 0
Absent: 1 - Green
Abstain: 0
6. Ordinance Authorizing the Mayor to Sign a Real Estate Purchase Contract (408 St. Louis Rd.)
Agenda Item
Deputy City Manager Jackson advised this ordinance would authorize the purchase of 408 St. Louis Road. He described the property and advised the box trailers and their contents will be removed. He indicated the property appraised for $17,000. He advised the City's intent is to convert the property into public parking in conjunction with the redevelopment of Kruta's Bakery and McDill's Pub.
Acquisition of this property also allows for alignment of the intersection as part of the Great Streets Initiative.
A motion was made by Councilman Hausmann, seconded by Councilman Jerome to approve. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 4 - Hausmann, Stehman, Jerome, and Miller
Nay: 0
Absent: 1 - Green
Abstain: 0
7. Ordinance Amending Title 8 (Health and Safety) of the Collinsville Municipal Code with Regard to the Regulation of Noise and Vibrations in the City of Collinsville, Illinois
Overview by Deputy City Manager Jackson, who advised the purpose of the text amendment was to set measurable standards regarding noise and vibrations within the City's nuisance ordinance. He spoke of the current language being vague and open for interpretation.
A motion was made by Councilman Stehman, seconded by Councilman Jerome to approve. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 4 - Hausmann, Stehman, Jerome, and Miller
Nay: 0
Absent: 1 - Green
Abstain: 0
8. Ordinance Amending the Collinsville Municipal Code with Regard to the Food and Beverage Tax in the City of Collinsville, Illinois
Deputy City Manager Jackson advised this amendment addresses language in the Food and Beverage Tax. He advised the ordinance gives clarification of prepared foods, references the City's business license process, addresses that state's filing process, and codifies monthly filing and penalties for violations. He clarified that the ordinance does not increase or expand the Food and Beverage Tax.
A motion was made by Councilman Jerome, seconded by Councilman Stehman to approve. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 4 - Hausmann, Stehman, Jerome, and Miller
Nay: 0
Absent: 1 - Green
Abstain: 0
N. OLD BUSINESS
O. CLOSED SESSION
P. ANNOUNCEMENTS
Q. ADJOURNMENT
A motion was made by Councilman Hausmann, seconded by Councilman Jerome to adjourn at 8:14pm. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 4 - Hausmann, Stehman, Jerome, and Miller
Nay: 0
Absent: 1 - Green
Abstain: 0
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