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City of Edwardsville City Council met June 3

Here are the minutes provided by the council:

The regularly scheduled meeting of the Edwardsville City Council took place at 7:00 p.m. at Edwardsville City Hall, located at 118 Hillsboro Avenue in Edwardsville, Illinois, with Mayor Risavy presiding.

Council members Morrison, Krause, Warren, Grant, Farrar, Hanna and Miracle answered present on roll call.

Mayor Risavy welcomed everyone in attendance and those viewing on Facebook Live to the meeting.

Special Recognition/Proclamations/Oaths

Mayor Risavy announced the Recognition of Lt. Gregg Signorotti. Chief Brandan McKee came forward to read letter from Darin Hartman, EMS Coordinator at Anderson Hospital. The letter commended the exceptional actions of Lt. Signorotti on April 20, 2025. The Edwardsville Fire Department had transported a patient to the emergency room. While on site Lt. Signorotti observed a woman in the parking lot seeking medical assistance for her husband. Lt. Signorotti administered critical care support which significantly contributed to the positive outcome of the emergency. Anderson Hospital is deeply grateful for his professionalism and assistance. Edwardsville is proud to have Lt. Signorotti on their team! Mayor Risavy opened the Public Comment portion of the meeting. No public commented received.

Consent Agenda

Mayor Risavy read Consent Agenda items as follows:

• Approval of minutes of Council Meeting on May 20, 2025

• Executive session for the Purchase or Lease of Real Property for the use of the Public Body pursuant to 5 ILCS 120/2(c)(5).

Motion by Warren, seconded by Grant to approve the Consent Agenda presented.

Roll Call on Consent Agenda: Seven Ayes with Aldermen Morrison, Krause, Warren, Grant, Farrar, Hanna, and Miracle voting aye. Motion carried.

Legislative & Executive

Motion by Morrison, second by Miracle to approve a Resolution of the City of Edwardsville in Support of the Illinois America250 Commemoration.

Mayor Risavy commented this is a statewide effort.

Roll Call: Seven Ayes with Aldermen Morrison, Krause, Warren, Grant, Farrar, Hanna and Miracle voting aye. Motion carried.

Petitions and Communications

Mayor Risavy presented Letter from the Zoning Board of Appeals regarding a Special Use Permit for 817 Kingshighway Street.

Legal & Judicial

None

City Clerk

None

Finance Committee

Alderwoman Miracle presented the Finance Committee meeting minutes from the May 01, 2025 meeting for information and file.

Motion by Miracle, second by Farrar to approve the Claims - the total claims amount - $1,235,299.88.

Roll Call: Seven Ayes with Aldermen Morrison, Krause, Warren, Grant, Farrar, Hanna and Miracle voting aye. Motion carried.

Finance Committee will meet on Thursday, June 12, 2025 at 4:00 p.m. in City Hall located at 118 Hillsboro Avenue, Edwardsville, IL 62025.

Public Services Committee

Alderman Morrison presented the Minutes of the Public Services Committee meeting on May 14, 2025 for information and file.

Motion by Warren, second by Morrison to approve a Resolution Authorizing the Police Department to Apply for the Illinois Office of the Attorney General for FY2026 Organized Crime Retail Grant.

Alderwoman Warren commented this grant will help to deter retail crime. The police department will apply for a grant up to $59,000.

Roll Call: Seven Ayes with Aldermen Morrison, Krause, Warren, Grant, Farrar, Hanna and Miracle voting aye. Motion carried.

Motion by Warren, second by Hanna for Approval of a Professional Services Agreement with Sheppard, Morgan & Schwaab, Inc. for design services for Madison Avenue between Jaime Lynn Ct. and Montclaire Ave.

Alderwoman Warren commented this is exciting. It approves the engineering expenses.

Roll Call: Seven Ayes with Aldermen Morrison, Krause, Warren, Grant, Farrar, Hanna and Miracle voting aye. Motion carried.

Motion by Warren, second by Morrison for Approval of a Resolution Authorizing the Mayor to execute an Agreement with Carbon Solutions Group.

Alderwoman Warren commented the agreement enrolls the city owned solar panel facility into the Illinois Shines Adjustable Block Program. Carbon Solutions monitors, reports and distributes payments to the city over the contracted time of fifteen years. The total payments anticipated to be received are 1.1 million over the fifteen years.

Roll Call: Seven Ayes with Aldermen Morrison, Krause, Warren, Grant, Farrar, Hanna and Miracle voting aye. Motion carried.

Motion by Warren, second by Hanna for Approval to Award the 2025 Manhole Lining Contract to Advanced Rehabilitation Technologies in the amount of $178,807.50.

Alderwoman Warren commented this includes cleaning, inspecting and lining of manholes throughout the city. It increases the longevity of existing manholes and improves sewer systems. The city only received one bid for the work.

Roll Call: Seven Ayes with Aldermen Morrison, Krause, Warren, Grant, Farrar, Hanna and Miracle voting aye. Motion carried.

Public Services Committee will meet on Wednesday, June 11, 2025 at 4:30 p.m. at City Hall located at 118 Hillsboro Avenue, Edwardsville, IL 62025.

Administrative & Community Services Committee

Alderwoman Grant presented the Minutes of the Administrative and Community Services Committee meeting on May 15, 2025 for information and file.

Motion by Grant, second by Miracle to approve a Resolution Approving a Special Use Permit for a Single-Family Dwelling in an "R-2" Multiple-Family Residential District located at 817 Kingshighway Street.

Alderwoman Grant commented the structure has been vacant for more than one year. The property owner would like to make improvements and have this stay as a single-family dwelling. Passed Zoning Board of Appeals with a unanimous vote.

Roll Call: Seven Ayes with Aldermen Morrison, Krause, Warren, Grant, Farrar, Hanna and Miracle voting aye. Motion carried.

Motion by Grant, second by Miracle to approve a Resolution Authorizing an Amendment to Lease Agreement with the Edwardsville Arts Center.

Alderwoman Grant commented this extends the lease by two years. The EAC has commented that space is working well for them. The lease extends to 2028.

Roll Call: Seven Ayes with Aldermen Morrison, Krause, Warren, Grant, Farrar, Hanna and Miracle voting aye. Motion carried.

Alderwoman Grant presented an Ordinance Amending Chapter 82, Article II of the Codified Ordinances of Edwardsville, Illinois Concerning Solicitors for first reading.

Motion by Grant, second by Miracle for Approval of a Professional Services Agreement with SMS for Leclaire Park Wall Reconstruction.

Alderwoman Grant commented the wall reconstruction. The wall is from the mid-1930's.

Alderman Krause commented Leclaire Lake used to have a beach.

Roll Call: Seven Ayes with Aldermen Morrison, Krause, Warren, Grant, Farrar, Hanna and Miracle voting aye. Motion carried.

Motion by Grant, second by Krause to approve a Resolution Authorizing Purchase and Installation of Sports Lighting and Associate Equipment for One Baseball Diamond at Leclaire Field in an amount not to exceed $168,500.00.

Alderwoman Grant commented the lighting will be LED. Field is used for little league.

Roll Call: Seven Ayes with Aldermen Morrison, Krause, Warren, Grant, Farrar, Hanna and Miracle voting aye. Motion carried.

Motion by Grant, second by Krause for approval of a Resolution Authorizing Purchase and Installation of Poured in Place Playground Surface at Leclaire Park.

Alderwoman Grant commented the playground did not meet safety standards. This surface will get the playground in code.

Roll Call: Seven Ayes with Aldermen Morrison, Krause, Warren, Grant, Farrar, Hanna and Miracle voting aye. Motion carried.

Motion by Grant, second by Krause for Approval of a Sole Source Resolution Authorizing the Contract with J.F. Electric for Supply and Installation of Electrical and Lighting for the Leclaire Water Tower for $148,327.00.

Alderwoman Grant commented the water tower can be lit up with different colors. Alderman Krause commented this is for the restoration of the Leclaire Water towers. It is called a tinman water tower. The financing comes from the Edwardsville Enhancement tax.

Roll Call: Seven Ayes with Aldermen Morrison, Krause, Warren, Grant, Farrar, Hanna and Miracle voting aye. Motion carried.

Motion by Grant, second by Krause for Approval of a Sole Source Resolution Authorizing the Contract with Federal Steel and Erection Co. for Structural Repairs of the Leclaire Water Tower in the sum of $61,698.00.

Alderwoman Grant commented the money for the project is from the Edwardsville Enhancement fund. Repairs are minor. Alderman Farrar commented the costs came is less than expected.

Roll Call: Seven Ayes with Aldermen Morrison, Krause, Warren, Grant, Farrar, Hanna and Miracle voting aye. Motion carried.

Motion by Grant, second by Krause for Approval of a Sole Source Resolution Authorizing the Contract with Moore Painting Company for Painting of the Leclaire Water Tower for $285,975.00.

Alderman Krause commented the color should be close to current color. Discussion of a "relighting ceremony". The project should start soon. Projecting a fall completion.

Roll Call: Seven Ayes with Aldermen Morrison, Krause, Warren, Grant, Farrar, Hanna and Miracle voting aye. Motion carried.

Alderwoman Grant presented the minutes from the Plan Commission meeting on May 7, 2025 for information and file.

Alderwoman Grant presented the minutes from the Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee meeting on April 2, 2025 for information and file.

Alderwoman Grant presented the Tourism Advisory Committee - Annual Report for review and file.

Administrative Services Committee will meet on Thursday, June 12, 2025 at 5:00 p.m. in City Hall

Old Business

Mayor Risavy, Alderman Morrison and Chief Fillback attended the NCAA Freedom Fund Banquet! Great event!

OMG Pickleball tournament was a success!

New Business

Thursday is the first Municipal Band concert. Route 66 Festival this weekend with many great events. West End Service Station turns two!

June 14 Flag retirement at the American Legion.

Closed Session

Motion by Morrison, second by Hanna at 7:32 p.m. to end open session and move into closed session.

Roll Call: Seven Ayes with Aldermen Morrison, Krause, Warren, Grant, Farrar, Hanna and Miracle voting aye. Motion carried.

Council entered into Executive Session at 7:35 p.m.

Motion by Grant, second by Hanna to end closed session at 8:32 p.m.

Roll Call: Seven Ayes with Aldermen Morrison, Krause, Warren, Grant, Farrar, Hanna and Miracle voting aye. Motion carried.

Council reconvened at 8:32 p.m.

Action Taken on Executive Session Items

Motion by Morrison, second by Hanna to authorize staff to execute a real estate contract not to exceed $365,000.00 for the purchase of real estate from Schrage Farm Development, LLC.

Roll Call: Seven Ayes with Aldermen Morrison, Krause, Warren, Grant, Farrar, Hanna and

Miracle voting aye. Motion carried.

Motion by Morrison, second by Farrar to authorize staff to execute a real estate contract not to exceed $2,932,600.00 for the purchase of real estate from TSG Plum Street, LLC.

Roll Call: Seven Ayes with Aldermen Morrison, Krause, Warren, Grant, Farrar, Hanna and Miracle voting aye. Motion carried.

There being no further action required, Council adjourned at 8:34 p.m. with a motion by Miracle.

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