City of Collinsville City Council met Jan. 11.
Here are the minutes provided by the council:
A. CALL MEETING TO ORDER
Mayor Miller called the meeting to order at 6:30pm.
B. ROLL CALL
Also present: City Manager Mitch Bair, Corporate Counsel Steve Giacoletto, and City Clerk Kim Wasser.
Present: 5 - Councilman Tony Hausmann, Councilman Donna Green, Councilman Jeff Stehman, Councilman David Jerome, and Mayor John Miller
Absent: 0
C. INVOCATION
Delivered by Pastor Ron Habermehl of North Smoke Church.
D. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Recited.
E. PROCLAMATIONS/RECOGNITION/PRESENTATIONS
1. Swearing-In of New Police Officers:
Emily Briley
Brian Joy
Police Chief Evans introduced and welcomed Emily Briley and Brian Joy to the Collinsville Police Department.
Mayor Miller swore in Emily Briley and Brian Joy as Collinsville Police Officers and welcomed them to the City
F. BUSINESS PRIOR TO PUBLIC INPUT
G. COUNCIL DISCUSSION
H. SPEAKERS FROM THE FLOOR
Tony Furhman spoke of the workforce development program. He thanked the City for their leadership in becoming a partner in the counties workforce initiative. He also thanked H.R. Director Payton Drury for her assistance in the apprenticeship program. He mentioned a delayed start to the program due to the pandemic.
I. COMMENTS & ANNOUNCEMENTS - MAYOR
Mayor Miller spoke of the swearing in of dedicated people in public service fields. He spoke of the new year and exciting things forthcoming. He mentioned City Hall being closed to the public as a safety precaution due to the pandemic and encouraged the public to either sign up for automatic bill paying or utilize the drop box.
J COMMENTS & ANNOUNCEMENTS - COUNCIL MEMBERS None.
K. COMMENTS & ANNOUNCEMENTS - CITY STAFF
City Manager Bair thanked Mr. Furhman for bringing the workforce program opportunities to the City. He too recognized H.R. Director Drury for her efforts in coordinating the program.
Parks and Recreation Director Kimberly Caughran highlighted upcoming events:
White Elephant Bingo - January 21, Activity Center
Urban Ecology Club - January 23, Willoughby Farm
Job Fair, January 14, Activity Center
L. CONSENT AGENDA
City Clerk Wasser read the Consent Agenda.
1. Motion to Approve Payment of Bills for the Period Ending December 31, 2021, in the Amount of $7,952,137.28
2. Motion to Approve Payroll for the Period Ending December 31, 2021, in the Amount of $1,465,855.62
3. Motion to Approve Minutes of the December 14, 2021 Council Meeting
4. Resolution with Regards to Fair Housing Opportunities within the City of Collinsville
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 Hausmann, seconded by Councilman Stehman, to approve the Consent Agenda. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 5 - Hausmann, Green, Stehman, Jerome, and Miller
Nay: 0
Absent: 0
Abstain: 0
M. NEW BUSINESS
1. Ordinance to Authorize Contract with American Response Vehicles in the Amount of $282,594 for the Purchase of a 2023 Ambulance and Approve the Total Project Authorization in an Amount Not to Exceed $351,294
Fire Chief Bailot advised this is the same project and purchase as was presented in July of 2021. He advised this ambulance purchase will replace the oldest ambulance in the fleet which is a 2016 with over 100,000 miles. He spoke of the need to place the order now as there is a 12-13 month delay in delivery due to a vehicle chip shortage. He advised this purchase was listed in the previous bid documents as an additional purchase in the future. ARV submitted their bid with a 3.5% increase which is less than the going rate. He gave a breakdown of the purchase and advised the total amount $351,294 includes a 2023 ambulance, financing charges and equipment (radio, computer and IT equipment, and power cot stretcher). He hopes to take delivery of this purchase by 2nd quarter of 2023. Lastly, he advised he hopes to take delivery of the 2022 ambulance, previously approved in July of 2021, later this year.
A motion was made by Councilman Green, seconded by Councilman Jerome to approve. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 5 - Hausmann, Green, Stehman, Jerome, and Miller
Nay: 0
Absent: 0
Abstain: 0
2. Ordinance Approving A Collective Bargaining Agreement Between the International Association of Firefighters, Local 2625, and The City of Collinsville, Illinois
Chief Bailot spoke of the collaborated efforts of all involved in finalizing a 3 year (January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2024) labor agreement with the Firefighter's union within 2 negotiation meetings. He spoke of the wage schedule which is based on the CPI, 1.5% base to a 4% cap. Next, he highlighted changes to the contract:
Language as to how overtime is calculated.
Annual emergency call out bonus.
Rollover of vacation hours.
Health insurance for retirees.
Increase in uniform allowance.
Residency - 15 mile radius to be eligible for call ins, 30 mile radius from station(s).
Peer Fitness Trainers stipend.
Light duty options.
A motion was made by Councilman Jerome, seconded by Councilman Green to approve. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 5 - Hausmann, Green, Stehman, Jerome, and Miller
Nay: 0
Absent: 0
Abstain: 0
3. Ordinance Adopting a Whistleblower Protection Policy for the City of Collinsville
H.R. Director Drury advised this ordinance would amend the Employee Handbook to include the Whistleblowers Protection Policy as defined by State Statute. The policy provides confidentiality and protection against retaliation.
A motion was made by Councilman Hausmann, seconded by Councilman Stehman to approve. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 5 - Hausmann, Green, Stehman, Jerome, and Miller
Nay: 0
Absent: 0
Abstain: 0
4. Resolution is Support of and Authorizing the Mayor to Apply for the Park Enhancement Grant Funds from Madison County
Director Caughran advised this resolution of support is required as part of the grant program. The grant reimbursement amount is $86,372 which will go towards the Rotary playground replacement project, CIP-PR22-006, at Woodland Park.
On a side note, Councilman Stehman inquired of the St. Clair County Park Enhancement Grant to which Director Caughran advised the grant was awarded to the City and the items have been ordered. Councilman Stehman spoke of the efforts by St. Clair County Trustees for the grant.
A motion was made by Councilman Green, seconded by Councilman Jerome to approve. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 5 - Hausmann, Green, Stehman, Jerome, and Miller
Nay: 0
Absent: 0
Abstain: 0
N. OLD BUSINESS
O. CLOSED SESSION
P. ANNOUNCEMENTS
Q. ADJOURNMENT
A motion was made by Councilman Stehman, seconded by Councilman Green to adjourn at 7:11pm. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 5 - Hausmann, Green, Stehman, Jerome, and Miller
Nay: 0
Absent: 0
Abstain: 0
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