City of Belleville City Council met May 1
Here are the minutes provided by the council:
Mayor Gregory called this meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.
City Clerk Gain Meyer called roll. Members present on roll call: Alderperson Whitaker, Alderperson Schneider, Alderperson Duco, Alderperson Eros, Alderperson Randle, Alderperson Ferguson, Alderperson Anthony, Alderperson Ovian, Alderperson Dintelman, Alderperson Schaefer, Alderperson Rothweiler, Alderperson Elmore, Alderperson Weygandt, Alderperson Sullivan, Alderperson Osthoff.
Excused: Alderperson Stiehl
ROLL CALL DEPARTMENT HEADS
City Clerk Gain Meyer called roll of Department Heads: City Treasurer Sarah Biermann; City Attorney, Garrett Hoerner; Police Chief, Matt Eiskant; Fire Chief, Lloyd Stinson; Finance Director, Jamie Maitret; Director of Public Works, Jason Poole; Director of Wastewater, Randy Smith; Library Director, Leander Spearman; Director of IT, Eric Walls; City Engineer, Sal Elkott; Director of Health, Housing & Building, Planning & Zoning, Clifford Cross; Director of Communications & PR, Kathy Kaiser.
Excused: Scott Tyler; Director of Economic Development; Director of Human Resources, William Clay.
PLEDGE
PUBLIC HEARING
Catherine Kreher: I am a former Alderman in Ward 8, I just wanted to congratulate all the newly elected Aldermen, all the re-elected Aldermen, I want to thank you all for all you do for Belleville.
PUBLIC PARTICIPATION
None.
PRESENTATIONS, RECOGNITIONS & APPOINTMENTS
Mayor Gregory recognized the character word of the month "self-discipline" meaning; think about your words and actions and then making choices that are right.
Congress designated May as National Military Appreciation Month in 1999 to ensure the nation was given the opportunity to publicly demonstrate their appreciation for the sacrifices and successes made by our service members – past and present.
Alderperson Schaefer made a motion second by Alderperson Eros to approve Mayor Gregory's recommended City Council Committee Appointments for fiscal year 2023-2024
Mayor Gregory's recommended appointment of William Stiehl as the licensed attorney to serve as the Hearing Officer for Crime-Free Housing.
Mayor Gregory's recommended appointment of Mike Heisler to serve a 1-year term on the Historic Preservation Commission.
Members voting aye on roll call: Whitaker, Schneider, Duco, Eros, Randle, Ferguson, Anthony, Ovian, Dintelman, Schaefer, Rothweiler, Elmore, Weygandt, Sullivan, Osthoff. (15)
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Alderperson Schneider made a motion second by Alderperson Schaefer to approve City Council Meeting Minutes and Executive Session Minutes of April 17, 2023.
All members present voted aye.
Motion carries.
CLAIMS, PAYROLL AND DISBURSEMENTS
Alderperson Whitaker made a motion second by Alderperson Weygandt to approve claims and disbursements in the amount of $2,612,450.87 and payroll in the amount of $960,875.54.
Members voting aye on roll call: Schneider, Duco, Eros, Randle, Ferguson, Anthony, Ovian, Dintelman, Schaefer, Rothweiler, Elmore, Weygandt, Sullivan, Osthoff, Whitaker. (15)
Motion carries.
REPORTS
Alderperson Rothweiler made a motion second by Alderperson Weygandt to approve the City Attorney's Report dated May 1, 2023.
Motion to approve Treasurer Report March 2023 and to approve Statement of Cash and Investments Report - March 2023.
All members present voted aye.
Motion carries.
ORAL REPORTS FROM STANDING COMMITTEES, SPECIAL COMMITTEES AND ANY OTHER ORAL REPORTS FROM THE ELECTED OFFICIALS OR STAFF
FINANCE COMMITTEE
Alderperson Whitaker made a motion second by Alderperson Schaefer to approve disposal of surplus property at SIJWDC.
Members voting aye on roll call: Duco, Eros, Randle, Ferguson, Anthony, Ovian, Dintelman, Schaefer, Rothweiler, Elmore, Weygandt, Sullivan, Osthoff, Whitaker, Schneider. (15)
Motion carries.
STREETS & GRADES
Alderperson Randle made a motion second by Alderperson Schaefer to approve the following:
Motion to approve a Joint Funding Agreement for State-Let Construction Work in the amount of $570,773.70 for resurfacing and work on Lebanon Avenue (TIF/MFT)
Motion to approve Hank's Excavating and Landscaping, Inc., as lowest responsible bidder, in the amount of $439,730.60 for improvements to N. Charles and Dewey Street (TIF 12 Funds)
Motion to approve DMS Contracting, Inc., as lowest responsible bidder, in the amount of $292,020.00 for 2024 Roadway Oil/Chip Program (MFT)
Motion to approve Hank's Excavating & Landscaping, Inc., as lowest responsible bidder, in the amount of $197,950.00 for 2024 Ditching Program (MFT)
Motion to approve agreement with Oates Associates in the amount of $139,900.00 for improvements to South Church Street from South Belt East to Garfield Street (CDBG/ARPA Funds)
Motion to approve agreement with Lochmueller Group, LLC., in the amount of $126,000.00 for improvements on Main Street from 6th Street to just east of Oak St.; West "A" Street from 3rd Street to Illinois Street; 3rd Street from Main Street to “A” St.; 1st Street from Main Street to “A” Street; Illinois Street from Washington Street to "A" Street (ARPA Funds)
Motion to approve agreement with Lochmueller Group, in the amount of $32,781.10 for Construction Inspection for North Charles Street & Dewey Street (TIF 12 Funds)
Motion to approve agreement with Oates Associates, in the amount of $29,900.00 for the preparation of engineering documents for the resurfacing of Susann Court from South Park Drive to North Park Drive (CDBG/ARPA Funds)
Members voting aye on roll call: Eros, Randle, Ferguson, Anthony, Ovian, Dintelman, Schaefer, Rothweiler, Elmore, Weygandt, Sullivan, Osthoff, Whitaker, Schneider, Duco. (15)
Motion carries.
ADMINISTRATION
Alderperson Eros made a motion second by Alderperson Schaefer to approve the following:
Amend a Resolution authorizing the execution of a joint agreement with St. Clair County, Illinois. (Frank Scott Parkway and North Belt West) providing an increase in funding in the amount of $5,000.00.
Clarify/correct Use Variance Ordinance 7975-2016 to identify applicant as Ron & Michele Centerfield Tavern, LLC.
Members voting aye on roll call: Randle, Ferguson, Anthony, Ovian, Dintelman, Schaefer, Rothweiler, Elmore, Weygandt, Sullivan, Osthoff, Whitaker, Schneider, Duco, Eros. (15)
Motion carries.
Alderperson Schaefer made a motion second by Alderperson Eros to extend the Special Use Permit to establish and operate an adult-use cannabis dispensing organization in RE Case #20-APR22 Blounts & Moore Holdings LLC, 7300 Twin Pyramid Parkway (07-13.0-107-002) until December 1, 2023.
Members voting aye on roll call: Ferguson, Anthony, Dintelman, Schaefer, Rothweiler, Elmore, Weygandt, Sullivan, Osthoff, Whitaker, Schneider, Duco, Eros, Randle. (14)
Members voting nay on roll call: Ovian (1)
Motion carries.
COMMUNICATIONS
Alderperson Eros made a motion second by Alderperson Schaefer to approve the following communication:
MEMORIAL DAY CEREMONY – 05/29/2023
Request from Belleville Memorial Day Association to host the Memorial Day Ceremony, Monday, May 29, 2023, 11:00am to 12:00pm at Walnut Hill Cemetery. City services requested: tents, chairs, and flag poles.
CINCO de MAYO – 05/05/2023 and 05/06/2023
Request from El Gordito to host Cinco de Mayo, Friday, May 5, 2023 and Saturday, May 6, 2023, 11:00am to 11:00pm on parking lot and grassy area. Music 11:00am to 11:00pm. No city services requested.
CINCO de MAYO – 05/05/2023 and 05/06/2023
Request from Casa Maria to host Cinco de Mayo, Friday, May 5, 2023 and Saturday, May 6, 2023, 11:00am to 11:00pm with music. Use of City parking lot for tent, 8:00am, Friday, May 5, 2023 through 12:00pm, Sunday, May 7, 2023 at corner of North High and East "A" Street. Additional City request: "No Parking" signage and barricades.
PADERBORN SQUARE DEDICATION – 07/15/2023
Request from Belleville Sister Cities to change the date of the Paderborn Square Dedication to Saturday, July 15, 2023.
All members present voted aye.
Motion carries.
None.
PETITIONS
RESOLUTIONS
Alderperson Randle made a motion second by Alderperson Schaefer to read Resolutions 3478, 3479 and 3480 by title only and as a group.
All members present voted aye.
Motion carries.
RESOLUTION 3478
A Resolution requesting permission from IDOT to close Route 159 for Veteran's Day Ceremony, Saturday, November 11, 2023.
RESOLUTION 3479
A Resolution for Improvement Under the Illinois Highway Code in the Amount of $570,773.70 for Lebanon Avenue.
RESOLUTION 3480
A Resolution for Improvement Under the Illinois Highway Code in the Amount of $55,000.00 for Frank Scott Parkway and North Belt West.
Alderperson Eros made a motion second by Alderperson Schaefer to approve the Resolutions as read.
Members voting aye on roll call: Anthony, Ovian, Dintelman, Schaefer, Rothweiler, Elmore, Weygandt, Sullivan, Osthoff, Whitaker, Schneider, Duco, Eros, Randle, Ferguson. (15)
Motion carries.
ORDINANCES
Alderperson Rothweiler made a motion second by Alderperson Whitaker to read Ordinances 9148, 9149, and 9150 by title only.
All members present voted aye.
Motion carries.
ORDINANCE 9148-2023
An Ordinance Authorizing Sale/Conversion of Personal Property (Furniture and Equipment at SIJWDC - 2300 West Main Street).
ORDINANCE 9150-2023
A Zoning Ordinance in RE Case #26-JUL16- Ronald Bartlett & Michele Schifferdecker (Ron & Michele Centerfield Tavern, LLC).
Alderperson Whitaker made a motion second by Alderperson Schaefer to approve the Ordinances as read.
Members voting aye on roll call: Ovian, Dintelman, Schaefer, Rothweiler, Elmore, Weygandt, Sullivan, Osthoff, Whitaker, Schneider, Duco, Eros, Randle, Ferguson, Anthony. (15)
Motion carries.
ORDINANCE 9149-2023
A Zoning Ordinance in RE Case #20-APR22- Blounts and Moore Holdings, LLC.
Alderperson Anthony made a motion second by Alderperson Schaefer to approve Ordinance 9149- 2023.
Members voting aye on roll call: Dintelman, Schaefer, Rothweiler, Elmore, Weygandt, Sullivan, Osthoff, Whitaker, Schneider, Duco, Eros, Randle, Ferguson, Anthony. (14)
Members voting nay on roll call: Ovian (1)
Motion carries.
None.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
MISCELLANEOUS & NEW BUSINESS
Alderperson Dintelman made a motion second by Alderperson Randle to approve Motor Fuel Claims in the Amount of $9,945.17.
Members voting aye on roll call: Schaefer, Rothweiler, Elmore, Weygandt, Sullivan, Osthoff, Whitaker, Schneider, Duco, Eros, Randle, Ferguson, Anthony, Ovian, Dintelman. (15)
Motion carries.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
Alderperson Randle made a motion second by Alderperson Whitaker to go into executive session to discuss collective negotiation matters (5 ILCS 120/2(c)(2)), and personnel, litigation, workers' compensation, property acquisition, transfer of property, (5 ILCS 120/2(c)).
All members present voted aye.
Motion carries.
Executive Session Began: 7:38 pm
Regular Session Resume: 7:58 pm
ADJOURNMENT
Alderperson Randle made a motion second by Alderperson Sullivan to adjourn at 8:02 p.m.
All members voted aye.
Motion carries.
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