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City of Edwardsville City Council met Sept. 2

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

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

Mayor Risavy recognized the passing of Ralph Korte, founder of the Korte Company. Mr. Korte was a native of Highland and supported many local causes in the region. Korte Stadium bears his name and he also helped to start SIUE's Construction Management Program. His company is also responsible for many notable projects in and around Edwardsville. Mayor Risavy asked for moment of silence to recognize Ralph Korte.

Special Recognition/Proclamations/Oaths

Mayor Risavy announced the Excellence in Edwardsville recognition of the Edwardsville Moose Lodge. Cathy Hensley, Communication Coordinator came forward provide background on the Moose Lodge and the many community contributions. The Moose Lodge is responsible for benefits, blood drives and fundraisers for community members and organizations. In June the Moose Lodge held a fundraiser for First Responders. The fundraiser included a vendor fair, bbq, kid's events and more! The fundraiser contributed $8400 to local First Responders. In addition, the Moose Lodge has decided to make this an annual event. The compassion and generosity is the Moose way! The Moose Lodge definitely has community minded spirit. Edwardsville is fortunate to have them in our community!

Petitions and Communications

None

Mayor Risavy opened the Public Comment portion of the meeting. One public comments was received. Mr. Larry Miller came forward to make a public comment. Mr. Miller addressed the agenda item for the Sole Source Resolution to repair city vehicles from hail damage. He believes this is an excessive amount of money for vehicle repair. He commented that hail damage is cosmetic and the company is not an Edwardsville company. Can the city use a company in Edwardsville? In addition, he provided comment on Madison Avenue between Kohl's parking lot and Hadley Lane. That area is in desperate need of repair. Mr. Miller commented that the road is rough, and the sidewalk is covered in mud. Portions of the sidewalk has thick mud. The sidewalk needs to be repaired.

Consent Agenda

Mayor Risavy read Consent Agenda items as follows:

• Approval of minutes of Council Meeting on August 19, 2025

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

• Executive Session - Collective Bargaining pursuant to 5 ILCS 120/2(c)(2)

• Executive Session - Collective Bargaining pursuant to 5 ILCS 120/2(c)(2)

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

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

Legislative & Executive

Motion by Morrison, second by Farrar to approve the Appointment of Anna Glauber to the Edwardsville Environmental Commission with a term ending April 2028.

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

Motion by Farrar, second by Hanna for Approval of the bond for the Class B-Retail sale of alcohol for consumption on the premises only for Panteras Edwardsville, LLC owned by John (Jack) Tolliver and located at1522 Troy Rd., Edwardsville, IL 62025.

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

Motion by Grant, second by Miracle for approval of the Resignation of Eric Crist from the Tourism Advisory Committee effective immediately.

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

Motion by Morrison, second by Hanna for approval of the Resignation of Sherrill Wible from the Edwardsville Environmental Commission effective immediately.

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

Legal & Judicial

None

City Clerk

None

Finance Committee

Motion by Miracle, second by Farrar to approve the Claims - the total claims amount - $1,570,595.24.

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

Motion by Miracle, second by Krause to approve Resolution Authorizing the Purchase of a Software Platform from First Due Holdings, Inc. in The Amount Of $6,200.00.

Alderwoman Miracle commented this is a federal mandate to transition to National Emergency Response System. This is due by December 2025. Three software systems were evaluated. This choice was the best fit for the city. The training for implementation is great.

Chief McKee came forward and commented that the platform decision was researched. This was the best choice.

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

Finance Committee will meet on Thursday, September 11, 2025 at 4:00 p.m. in City Hall located at 118 Hillsboro Avenue, Edwardsville, IL 62025.

Public Services Committee

Alderman Warren presented the Minutes of the Public Services Committee meeting on July 19, 2025 for information and file.

Motion by Warren, second by Hanna for Approval of a Sole Source Resolution for the Repair of Hail Damage on City Vehicles to Dent Specialists, Inc. in the Amount of $528,403.04.

Alderwoman Warren commented that damage happened to a large number of city vehicles (they included different sizes and uses). The cost is a reimbursable insurance claim. The company that was sourced is due to the different types of vehicles and the skill needed to repair all of the types. Ryan Zwijack, Director of Public Works came forward and commented that many shops could not handle the different types of vehicles. They referred us to the Dent Specialists, Inc. (out of Highland) who could handle all types of vehicles.

Ryan commented that fifty-nine vehicles were affected. Alderman Krause asked about the insurance process. Ryan commented that each vehicle was reviewed by the insurance company and will reimburse for the cost. The out of pocket is $500 for the entire claim.

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

Motion by Warren, second by Morrison to approve Resolution to Dedicate Right of Way on Century Drive.

Alderwoman Warren commented the city currently owns the parcel Century Drive is located on, between South Cherry Hills and Campus Edge Drive. This will allow Century Drive to be on the public right of way.

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

Public Services Committee will meet on Wednesday, September 10, 2025 at 4:30 p.m. at City Hall located at 118 Hillsboro Avenue, Edwardsville, IL 62025.

Administrative & Community Services Committee

Alderwoman Grant announced the Administrative Services Committee will meet on Thursday, September 11, 2025 at 5:00 p.m. in City Hall

Old Business

Mayor Risavy attended the Lincoln Middle School ribbon cutting with Alderman Hanna. We are lucky to have such a great school! Alderman Hanna commented the school is an asset to the community.

New Business

Cathy Hensley, Communications Coordinator came forward to review upcoming events.

• Opera Edwardsville, on Friday at 7:30 in City Park

• Land of Goshen Community Market on Saturday

• Police Department will be out at Schnuck's to raise money for the Special Olympics

Closed Session

Motion by Morrison, second by Hanna at 7:27 p.m. to end open session and move into closed session.

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

Council entered into Executive Session at 7:29 p.m.

Motion by Krause, second by Miracle to end closed session at 9:55 p.m.

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

Council reconvened at 9:55 p.m.

Action Taken on Executive Session Items

None

There being no further action required, Council adjourned at 9:55 p.m. with a motion by Miracle.

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