City of Collinsville City Council met Dec. 13.
Here are 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: 5 - Absent: 0
Councilman Jeff Stehman, Councilman David Jerome, Councilman Tony Hausmann, Councilman Donna Green, and Mayor John Miller
C. INVOCATION
Delivered by Pastor Myles Holmes of Revive Church.
D. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Recited.
E. PROCLAMATIONS/RECOGNITION/PRESENTATIONS
1. Swearing In Ceremony of New Police Officers:
Troy Lecroy
Sergio Perez Lamas
Jacob Besserman
Police Chief Evans thanked the Council for their support of public safety. He mentioned hiring professionals individuals and introduced the new Police Officers. Mayor Miller swore in Sergio Perez and Jacob Besserman (Troy Lecroy was unable to attend).
F. BUSINESS PRIOR TO PUBLIC INPUT
1. Ordinance Adopting a Budget for the Fiscal Year 2023 (Beginning January 1, 2023)
Finance Director Ziebold advised a Public Hearing was held on November 22, 2022 regarding the 2023 Budget. He gave a summary of the proposed budget based on comments at the Public Hearing (estimated figures):
Revenues - $67,228,025
Expenditures - $67,191,125
Projected General Fund revenues - $34,984,450
Projected General Fund expenses - $35,150,350
Balance budget using Unassigned Funds for Capital Projects
Projected Water/Sewer revenues with 5% increase - $12,697,050
Projected Water/Sewer expenses - $13,717,650
He advised the property tax rate will decrease to an estimated 0.6715 rate; however, the dollar amount will increase by $86,485 due to the EAV. The projected Unassigned Fund Account for the General Fund will be at 20%.
A motion was made by Councilman Stehman, seconded by Councilman Jerome to approve. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 5 - Stehman, Jerome, Hausmann, Green, and Miller
Nay: 0
Absent: 0
Abstain: 0
2. Ordinance Rezoning Real Estate Owned by Diane S Witthoft Located at 306, 308, 310, and 310A W. Main Street from "B-2" Limited Commercial District to "UCD" Uptown Collinsville District
Associate Planner Logan Pelo described the site as being 7,600 sf mixed use consisting of mail floor retail/commercial with 2nd floor apartment. The new proposed use would be an antique store. He displayed pictures of the exterior of the building. He also displayed Zoning and Land Use maps as well as the Uptown Planning Area. He indicated staff reviewing Zoning District Amendment Analysis in which all criteria was met.
Councilman Jerome inquired of the vinyl siding on the front facade as not being permitted in the Uptown Collinsville District. Mr. Pelo advised he was not aware of any proposed exterior renovations; however, the siding could be discussed during the site plan review process.
A motion was made by Councilman Hausmann, seconded by Councilman Green to approve. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 4 - Jerome, Hausmann, Green, and Miller
Nay: 0
Absent: 0
Abstain: 1 - Stehman
G. COUNCIL DISCUSSION
1. 2023 Capital Improvement Plan Discussion
City Manager Bair thanked Finance Director Ziebold for his assistance in facilitating CIP process. He identified various funding sources for CIP projects. He identified 32 projects with a total estimated cost of $4,384,421. He spotlighted priority projects:
1. St. Louis Rd. - reconstruct stormwater, sewer and water from Main to Caseyville Rd., estimated cost $3-5 million, various funding sources, 1-5 year project.
2. Sport Complex - reconstruct facility, estimated cost $30-40 million, funding includes operational revenues, TIF 4 and Southwest Corridor Business District revenues, construction slated for 2024-2025.
3. Public Works Facility - design and construction of new facility, estimated at $6.5 million, various funding sources utilizing General Obligation Bonds, Fund 28 and General Fund, Phased project with construction to start in 2023.
4. Woodland Park - various improvements with a estimated cost to be determined, Hotel/Motel Tax Revenues and Grants as funding sources.
5. Glidden Park - various improvements, estimated cost of $1.2 million, utilizing Hotel/Motel Tax Revenues.
6. Willoughby Farm - various improvements with an estimated cost to be determined, Hotel/Motel Tax Revenues for funding.
7. Uptown Event Pavilion - construct new event space with cost to be determined, utilizing Hotel/Motel Tax Revenues, ARPA and Grants for funding.
8. Redmon Park Event Space - construct event plaza that is food truck friendly, cost to be determined using Hotel/Motel Tax Revenues, ARPA and Grants.
9. Fire Station 2 Relocation - design and construction new facility as Fire Station 2, estimated cost to be determined, Northeast Business District as funding source.
10. Sugar Loaf Rd. - improvements estimated at $2.75 - $3.25 million, utilizing various funding sources, project completion estimated at 3-5 years but depending on IDOT.
11. Summit Ave. - road and sidewalk construction, cost to be determined using Federal Funding with local match, 1-3 years schedule.
12. W. Main Sidewalks - construction of shared use walkway, cost to be determined but using grants and Capital Projects Fund, 2-5 years timeline.
He mentioned other Capital Programs to include City infrastructure improvements (street rehabilitation, maintenance and replacements, sidewalk construction and maintenance, Uptown trees and way finding signage, walking trail development, sanitary sewer and water lines, and stormwater projects) as well as equipment and vehicle replacement.
Finance Director Ziebold spoke of utilizing excess funds in the Unassigned Fund Account to offset expenses in the budget. He explained the CIP allows for Council to foresee proposed projects with an appropriation ordinance forthcoming to move funds from reserves and earmarked for specific CIP projects.
City Manager Bair advised Council will still need to award bids and authorize contracts associated with these projects but would not need to appropriate funds again as they (Council) authorized the associated funds in the approved CIP.
City Manager Bair advised the next step would be to present a draft for Council's review at the January 10 meeting and approval of the appropriation ordinance at January 24 meeting.
Councilman Jerome inquired of assisting Miners Theatre with architectural needs. He spoke of being in favor of moving forward on various projects.
Councilman Stehman also spoke in favor of moving forwards on projects that have been in the works for some time now but were on hold for various reasons.
Mayor Miller agreed. He spoke in favor of improvements utilizing a variety of funding avenues to include grants and matching funds.
H. SPEAKERS FROM THE FLOOR
Kevin Wrigley asked the Council to consider tabling the unmanned aerial project because the use case is not attached. He spoke of outsourcing as a cheaper method due to software expenses. He voiced his concerns regarding the budget due to the potential economic downturn. He inquired of a tax relief for the citizens. He spoke in favor of utilizing grant funds for CIP projects. He mentioned an increase in the tax levy.
I. COMMENTS & ANNOUNCEMENTS - MAYOR
Mayor Miller thanked staff for working on projects that keeps the City moving forward. He mentioned this being the last meeting of the year. He wished the citizens a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. He spoke of the true meaning of Christmas.
J COMMENTS & ANNOUNCEMENTS - COUNCIL MEMBERS
Councilman Stehman mentioned the Rotary group and other civic organizations in Collinsville that do a lot for the community. He mentioned volunteers who participate in these organizations includes Council members and City employees as well as local citizens and that they do so in order to give back to their community. With Council's permission, he suggested inviting representatives from the local organizations to future meetings so they could explain what the organization does for the community and potentially encourage others to volunteer.
Councilman Hausmann spoke of the various CIP projects. He mentioned issues with IDOT and encouraged ongoing discussions as an effort to remedy issues. He spoke of the need of pedestrian walkways.
Councilman Jerome addressed Mr. Wrigley's comments. He advised many of the CIP projects have been in the works for several years but are either slow moving projects due to grant requirements or were on hold due to funding. He also advised the pandemic played a part in the delay of some of the projects. He spoke of the planning process which takes time to secure resources and funding options. He too wished everyone a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.
Councilman Green mentioned the recent Festival of Trees fundraiser event which helped 3 local organizations that do a lot in the community. She also wished everyone a Merry Christmas and a blessed New Year.
K. COMMENTS & ANNOUNCEMENTS - CITY STAFF
City Manager Bair addressed some of the comments made by Mr. Wrigley. He advised the property tax rate was reduced to 0.67 from 0.729. He indicated residents will pay less due to the EAV. He clarified that a majority of the tax levy is earmarked to pay Police and Fire pension benefits. He referred to the budget as being conservative due to a potential recession.
Finance Director Ziebold clarified that the budget is higher than past years but it is due to his plan to pay down the City's debt and eliminate some bonds by using funds from the Unassigned Fund Account. He spoke of many factors to consider when determining a budget and adjusting when necessary in the event of a recession.
Councilman Green spoke in favor of the budget as well as Council's and staff's responsibility to stay within the budget guidelines. She spoke of missed opportunities, inadequate equipment and deteriorating infrastructure due to the lack of responsibility by former City leaders. She spoke of the retreat workshop in which a plan for a better community for the residents was a common goal for all.
Councilman Stehman spoke of the need to have factual information from informed sources to better educate one's self.
IT Director Sean Seckler gave a cyber security update. He advised the City switched to a new Antivirus (AV) solution in July. The AV's reporting tools allows staff to see what the threat environment looks like. During a one month period from November 6 through December 6, over 2,000 threats were stopped to the City's IT infrastructure. He spoke of the various types of attacks that were attempted.
City Manager Bair spoke of the successful Festival of Trees event which helped raise funds for 3 local organizations - Miners Theatre, Collinsville Charities for Children, and Children's Dyslexia Center. He also mentioned Aqua Park season passes on sale.
L. CONSENT AGENDA
City Clerk Wasser read the Consent Agenda.
Councilman Hausmann advised he will be voting on the minutes as he watched the last meeting on the website.
1. Motion to Approve Payment of Bills for the Period Ending December 2, 2022, in the Amount of $2,366,446.46
2. Motion to Approve Payroll for the Period Ending November 25, 2022, in the amount of $1,670,851.83
3. Motion to Approve Minutes of the November 22, 2022 Council Meeting
4. Resolution Approving the 2023 City Council Meeting Schedule and Boards/Commission Schedule
5. Ordinance Appointing the Chairmen to Certain Commissions and Committees of the City of Collinsville for the Year 2023
6. Resolution Appointing a Member to the Fire Pension Board (Dustin Ziebold)
7. Resolution Appointing a Member to the Police Pension Board (Dustin Ziebold)
8. Ordinance Providing for Tax Abatement for the General Obligation Bonds, Series 2014, of the City of Collinsville, Madison and St. Clair Counties, Illinois
9. Ordinance Providing for Tax Abatement for the General Obligation Bonds, Series 2017B, of the City of Collinsville, Madison and St. Clair Counties, Illinois
10. Ordinance Providing for Tax Abatement for the General Obligation Bonds, Series 2020, of the City of Collinsville, Madison and St. Clair Counties, Illinois
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 Green, to approve the Consent Agenda. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 5 - Stehman, Jerome, Hausmann, Green, and Miller
Nay: 0
Absent: 0
Abstain: 0
M. NEW BUSINESS
1. Ordinance Authorizing the Mayor to Sign an Agreement with Thomas McGee Group it to provide Third Party Administration and Other Services Relative to Insurance Claims
HR Director Payton Drury advised this is a 3 year service agreement with Thomas McGee Group, who is a third party claims administrator. They manage claims, stewardship reports, and safety and loss control. She advised staff has been happy with their services so far and recommends approval.
A motion was made by Councilman Hausmann, seconded by Councilman Stehman to approve. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 5 - Stehman, Jerome, Hausmann, Green, and Miller
Nay: 0
Absent: 0
Abstain: 0
2. Ordinance Providing for the Tax Levy and Assessment of Taxes for 2022 for the City of Collinsville, Madison and St. Clair Counties, Illinois
City Manager Bair advised this Ordinance will levy the 2022 property tax in the amount of $3,253,915 to be collected in 2023. He advised the Property Tax Rate for Madison and St. Clair Counties is estimated to decrease to 0.6715 due to the increase EAV from TIF 1). He gave a breakdown of the tax levy: $3,028,647 (93.08%) will fund the Police and Firefighter's Pension Benefits $ 225,268 (6.92%) will to into the general fund for operations $3,253,915 Total Tax Levy Councilman Green spoke of the small portion of the tax bill that goes to the City for operational expenses.
A motion was made by Councilman Jerome, seconded by Councilman Green to approve. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 5 - Stehman, Jerome, Hausmann, Green, and Miller
Nay: 0
Absent: 0
Abstain: 0
3. Ordinance Authorizing the Mayor to Sign a Distributed Energy Resource Agreement (Energy Curtailment Agreement) with Voltus, Inc.
Public Works Director Dennis Kress advised this Ordinance would authorize the Mayor to sign a Distributed Energy Resource Agreement with Voltus. He explained distributed energy re sourcing is the practice of power grid operator paying small scale power suppliers and large power users to provide additional power generation or curtail energy consumption during times of high energy demands as a way to avoid blackouts. The agreement would allow the City to receive compensation from Voltus to curtail energy usage at the water and wastewater treatment facilities by switching to generator power during threatened blackouts. He advised the City will receive $27,000 per year for enrolling in the program and an additional $2,000/MWh of power reduction if called to reduce energy usage. Voltus will also reimburse the City's fuel expenses to operate the generators. He noted that the City is not obligated to curtail energy usage if asked.
A motion was made by Councilman Green, seconded by Councilman Stehman to approve. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 5 - Stehman, Jerome, Hausmann, Green, and Miller
Nay: 0
Absent: 0
Abstain: 0
4. Ordinance to Award Bid and Authorize the Mayor to Sign a Contract and Change Order with Midwest Municipal Supply in the Amount of $147,643.65 (Purchase of Materials for the Emery Place Subdivision Water Main Replacement - Project #WD23-001)
Director Kress advised this Ordinance would authorize a contract and change order with Midwest Municipal Supply for the purchase of water main materials in the amount of $147,643.65. He indicated a change order is required for the purchase of additional pipe that was not in the initial bid documents. The total estimated project cost is $315,000 with funding from the Enterprise Fund as a CIP project. He gave the scope of the project to include replacement of approximately 3,900' of undersized (2" and 4") water main with 4,500' of 8" which will improve the quality and service for 73 customers. Project also replaces 1 fire hydrant with 7 new hydrants. The project will be constructed in-house.
Brief discussion was had regard the possibility of annexing the properties.
A motion was made by Councilman Jerome, seconded by Councilman Green to approve. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 5 - Stehman, Jerome, Hausmann, Green, and Miller
Nay: 0
Absent: 0
Abstain: 0
5. Ordinance to Award Bid and Authorize a Contract with JP Burns Excavating, Inc. in the amount of $304,327.61 for the St. Louis Road Storm Sewer Project (ST22-006)
City Engineer Troy Turner advised this Ordinance would award bid and authorize a contract with JP Burns Excavating for the St. Louis Rd. Storm Sewer Project in the amount of $304,327.61. He advised the City was awarded $1,828,350 through the Illinois Rebuild Downtowns and Main Streets Grant Program to be used for this project. He described the scope of the project which includes replacing undersized failing storm sewer system, replacing 2 water mains (over 90 years old), and line sanitary sewer system.
A motion was made by Councilman Hausmann, seconded by Councilman Green to approve. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 5 - Stehman, Jerome, Hausmann, Green, and Miller
Nay: 0
Absent: 0
Abstain: 0
6. Resolution Authorizing Use of Motor Fuel Tax (MFT) Funds for Preliminary Engineering for the Construction of Pedestrian Improvements Along Clay Street (Sec 22-00098-02-SP)
City Engineer Turner advised this Resolution would appropriate MFT funds to be used towards the engineering for construction of pedestrian improvements along Clay St. (N. Morrison Ave. to N. Seminary St.). He advised the City received $302,400 in Highway Safety Improvement Program funds to address safety issues. He described the scope of the project to include bump outs, high visibility crosswalks with signage, and address storm sewer issues..
A motion was made by Councilman Green, seconded by Councilman Stehman to approve. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 5 - Stehman, Jerome, Hausmann, Green, and Miller
Nay: 0
Absent: 0
Abstain: 0
7. Ordinance Authorizing a Professional Services Agreement with Oates Associates, Inc. in the Amount of $104,001 (Preliminary Engineering Services for Clay St. Pedestrian Improvements - Sec 22-00098-02-SP)
City Engineer Turner advised this Ordinance would authorize an agreement with Oates Associates in the amount of $104,001 for engineering services for the construction of pedestrian improvements along Clay Street as described in the previous Resolution.
A motion was made by Councilman Jerome, seconded by Councilman Hausmann to approve. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 5 - Stehman, Jerome, Hausmann, Green, and Miller
Nay: 0
Absent: 0
Abstain: 0
8. Ordinance to Award Bid and Authorize a Contract with SAK Construction in the Amount of $234,735.00 for the 2022 Sewer Rehabilitation - Relining with Cured-In-Place Pipe (CIPP) Project - Project #SD22-010
Kevin Madden, Associate Engineer, advised this Ordinance authorizes a contract with SAK Construction for the sewer rehabilitation relining project in the amount of $234,735. He advised the project was budgeted in the 2022 CIP at $80,000 and supplemented with CDBG grant for a total of $180,000. He indicated the cost difference funding will come from the Enterprise Capital Improvement.
A motion was made by Councilman Stehman, seconded by Councilman Green to approve. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 5 - Stehman, Jerome, Hausmann, Green, and Miller
Nay: 0
Absent: 0
Abstain: 0
9. Ordinance to Authorize Change Order #1 to the Contract with Insituform Technologies USA, LLC, in the Amount of $6,731.00 (2022 Storm Sewer Rehabilitation - Lining with Cured-In-Place Pipe (CIPP) Project - Project #ST22-SSR) Bringing the Total Amount of the Contract to $47,771.00
Mr. Madden advised this Ordinance would authorize a change order with Insituform in the amount of $6,731 regarding the storm sewer rehabilitation project #ST22-SSR. He explained the reason for the change order which includes an additional 30' of CIPP liner and CCTV of sewer. The total project cost, including this charge order, is $47,771.
A motion was made by Councilman Hausmann, seconded by Councilman Green to approve. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 5 - Stehman, Jerome, Hausmann, Green, and Miller
Nay: 0
Absent: 0
Abstain: 0
10. Ordinance Naming an Unnamed, East-West Alley Located South of W. Washington Street, to Sienna Alley
Community Development Director Travis Taylor advised he was contacted by a resident requesting to name an alleyway in which he is the only resident on due to issues regarding mail and parcel delivery services. His current address is listed off of Hadley as a "Rear" address to another property on Hadley. Naming the alley would clear up delivery confusions and potential 9-1-1 emergency responses.
A motion was made by Councilman Jerome, seconded by Councilman Green to approve. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 5 - Stehman, Jerome, Hausmann, Green, and Miller
Nay: 0
Absent: 0
Abstain: 0
11. Ordinance Authorizing the Mayor to Enter Into a Master Services Agreement with Tierpoint, LLC for the Licensing and Software in Relation to Electronic Data Recovery
Sean Seckler, IT Director, advised this Ordinance would authorize an agreement with Tierpoint for licensing and services regarding disaster recovery of data (DRaaS = Disaster Recover as a Service). He explained DRaaS was selected as the preferred service because is less likely to be affected by catastrophic events that a self-hosted program and less likely to be impacted by network intrusions. He described Tierpoint, LLC as a sole provider of the DRaaS service. Based on current usage, the project will cost $4,923.70 per month ($177,253.20 over the 3 year contract). A motion was made by Councilman Stehman, seconded by Councilman Hausmann to approve. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 5 - Stehman, Jerome, Hausmann, Green, and Miller
Nay: 0
Absent: 0
Abstain: 0
12. Ordinance Authorizing the Mayor to Enter Into a Master Services and Purchasing Agreement with Axon Enterprise, Inc. In Relation to the Licensing and Software for the Usage of Unmanned Aerial Systems
Director Seckler advised this Ordinance would authorize a service and purchase agreement with Axon Enterprises for unmanned aerial systems (drone) and associated licensing through 2025. He identified the preferred unit models (DJI Matrice 30R and Fotokite Sigma) as meeting the City's needs. He advised Axon Enterprises as being the only provider for the preferred models; therefore, making them sole source. He gave a breakdown of the cost and funding:
2022 - $45,966.00, capital
2023 - $14,712.20, operations
2024 - $10,958.90, operations
2025 - $10,958.90, operations
Total = $82,596
He answered questions and comments brought about by Mr. Wrigley concerning the project. He mentioned various use cases to include situational awareness of incidents for EMS and Police services, real time coverage of events, search and rescue efforts, infrastructure inspections, stormwater runoff issues, impervious surface analysis, surveying, etc. He explained that third party drone services may not be authorized for some emergency situations. He described how this drone would have aided in the large water main break situation the City recently experienced.
A motion was made by Councilman Hausmann, seconded by Councilman Green to approve. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 5 - Stehman, Jerome, Hausmann, Green, and Miller
Nay: 0
Absent: 0
Abstain: 0
13. Ordinance Amending the Collinsville Municipal Code, Title 4 (Fees and Fines) Water Usage Fees, Sewer Usage Fees, Garbage Collection Fees, Fingerprint Fees, and Tattoo Parlor Fees
Derek Jackson, Deputy City Manager, advised this Ordinance would repeal and replace Title 4 Fines and Fees. He outlined the amendments:
1. Water Usage Fees - $6.11/1000 gal for city residents and $9.16/1000 gal for outside of city limits
2. Sewer Usage Fees - $8.31/1000 gal
3. Garbage Collection Fees - $16.01/mon per unit and $12.17/mon per household with up to 2 persons over the age of 65
4. Fingerprint Fees - remove language associated with massage establishment permit and tattoo license due to text amendments
5. Tattoo Parlor Fees - remove entirely due to recent text amendments
A motion was made by Councilman Jerome, seconded by Councilman Stehman to approve. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 5 - Stehman, Jerome, Hausmann, Green, and Miller
Nay: 0
Absent: 0
Abstain: 0
N. OLD BUSINESS
O. CLOSED SESSION
Mayor Miller asked for a motion to proceed into closed session in accordance with 5 ILCS 120/2(c): 11. Pending or Threatened or Imminent Litigation
A motion was made by Councilman Jerome, seconded by Councilman Green to approve. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 5 - Stehman, Jerome, Hausmann, Green, and Miller
Nay: 0
Absent: 0
Abstain: 0
P. ANNOUNCEMENTS
Q. ADJOURNMENT
A motion was made by Councilman Hausmann, seconded by Councilman Green to adjourn at 8:55 pm. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 5 - Stehman, Jerome, Hausmann, Green, and Miller
Nay: 0
Absent: 0
Abstain: 0
ADDRESSING THE COUNCIL DURING SPEAKERS FROM THE FLOOR
Below are the rules for input during City Council meetings as set out in Ordinance No. 4765 entitled “Ordinance Governing Speakers From the Floor During Meetings of the City Council and the Commission, Boards, and Sub-Bodies of Collinsville, Illinois”. Speakers may address the Council during the time designated as Speakers From the Floor on the agenda.
RULE 1: Speakers shall be allowed only during “Speakers from the Floor,” or at any other time if requested by a member of the City Council.
RULE 2: Input must relate to a matter under the authority of the City of Collinsville.
RULE 3: Upon request by the meeting Chairman for speakers from the floor, a prospective speaker shall express the desire to speak, be recognized by the meeting Chairman, approach the designated podium, and state their name and general subject matter to which they will address the City Council.
RULE 4: After establishing their identity, prospective speakers shall immediately address only the City Council.
RULE 5: Each speaker is limited to four (4) minutes to address the City Council. No extensions will be granted and no time shall be compensated to the speaker resulting from interruptions by or discussion with the City Council, City Manager, or any other City officer or employee.
RULE 6: Speakers shall address only the City Council collectively or its members individually. Speakers shall speak to issues and shall refrain from personal attacks on City appointed officials and employees. Speakers may not address issues related to pending litigation in which the City or its subsidiary bodies, officers, agents, employees, boards or commissions is a party.
RULE 7: Speakers shall not be permitted to advertise, solicit, request, urge, summon, or cajole the City Council or the general public, except as otherwise provided for herein, with regard to any products, goods, services, information, gains, losses, advantages, consequences, or any other similar matter, notwithstanding that there may or may not be any pecuniary, monetary, financial or property gain, loss, or benefit to the speaker or any other person or entity.
RULE 8: Speakers shall act and speak with decorum and conform to conventional social manners in speech, writing, dress, and behavior. The audience shall refrain from conduct that disrupts the meeting in any way such as clapping, booing, loud talking or outbursts. A speaker may be immediately terminated at the meeting Chairman’s discretion.
RULE 9: Determination of breaches of this Ordinance shall be made by the meeting Chairman. The meeting Chairman customarily will warn the speaker or members of the audience of inappropriate behavior through one warning use of the gavel. Subsequent inappropriate behavior shall result in the immediate removal of the responsible parties at the discretion of the meeting Chairman.
https://collinsville.legistar1.com/collinsville/meetings/2022/12/1611_M_City_Council_22-12-13_Minutes.pdf
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