HomeMy WebLinkAbout10-16-2018 Council Meeting City of Canton
Council Meeting
The Donald Edwards Way (Historic Depot) Canton II 61520
October 16, 2018
6:30pm
A regular meeting of the Canton City Council was held on October 16, 2018 (6:30pm) in the
Council Chambers, The Donald E. Edwards Way-50 North 4th Avenue, Canton, Illinois 61520.
STAFF IN ATTENDANCE
Mayor Kent McDowell, Attorney Curtis Lane, City Clerk Diana Pavley Rock, Treasurer Crystal
Wilkinson, Public Safety Director Richard Fairburn, System Maintenance Superintendent Dash
Wilson, Street Superintendent Ron Robinson, WTP Superintendent Greg Pollitt, City Engineer
Keith Plavec
MEDIA IN ATTENDANCE:
Daily Ledger, Fulton Democrat
VIDEO SERVICES BY JOE GINGER
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE OPENED THE MEETING
INVOCATION— Sarah Eddy, Salvation Army
PUBLIC PARTICIPATION
ROLL CALL Yes No Absent
Alderman Quinn X
Mayhew
Alderwoman X
Lingenfelter
Alderman Putrich X
Alderwoman Hale X
Alderman West X
Alderman Lovell X
Alderman Nelson X
Alderman Ryan X
Mayhew
The motion carried.
ADDITIONS OR CORRECTIONS TO THE AGENDA
Mayor McDowell will move part of his communication to the beginning of the meeting
MAYOR COMMUNICATION
DEDICATION OF CRIME LAB AT WESTERN ILLINOIS UNIVERSITY IN HONOR OF WILLIAM
MCCAMEY
Jody McCamey was at the meeting to explain that she established an endowed college
scholarship at Western's Law Enforcement and Justice Administration Department in his name.
WIU's school of law enforcement and Justice Administration (LEJA) has been recognized as one
of the top criminal justice/public safety programs in the world. To maintain, and possibly build
on that distinction she met with the school of law enforcement and justice administrations
director Jill Myers to address future endeavors for LEJA. Without hesitation she stated "Crime
Lab". In 2015 Jody and her mother in law donated additional funds for the crime lab because of
Bill's love for WIU. The crime lab is expected to be complete by Mid November with its official
debut spring 2019 classes. The lab will house alternate light source equipment and magnifying
lenses and interchangeable barrier filters to examine hair, fibers, semen, dust, prints, blood and
palmar oils as well as other physiological fluids. In addition the lab will also house an optical
comparator which examines palm prints, foot prints and glass fragments, a forensic
workstation, a duckless dry safe and numerous evidence recovery kits including a liquid silicone
casting kit a latent print kit and a digital mobile device kit and a blood spatter documentation
kit. The crime lab affords students the experience in cutting edge and best practice techniques.
A dedication and tour of WIU's crime lab at Tillman Hall will be Monday, November 5, 2018 at
5:00pm.
CONSENT AGENDA
APPROVAL OF THE COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES HELD OCTOBER 2, 2018
BILL LIST
DISBURSEMENT REPORT
SEPTEMBER'S TREASURER REPORT
ANNUAL TREASURER REPORT
POLICE REPORT
FIRE REPORT
The firefighters looked at the used engine and did a pump test. Everything was good with the
inspection, so the engine will be shipped to Canton.
GREENWOOD CEMETERY REPORT
The cemetery report will be reported quarterly rather than monthly.
Motion and second were made by Aldermen Nelson/Lovell to approve the consent agenda.
The motion carried by voice vote and was unanimous.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
Motion and second were made by Aldermen Nelson/West to go into executive session for:
5ILCS 120/2 Cl, C11
The motion carried by voice vote and was unanimous.
RECOVENED
City of Canton
Council Meeting
The Donald Edwards Way (Historic Depot) Canton II 61520
October 16, 2018
7:09PM
ROLL CALL Yes No Absent
Alderman Quinn X
Mayhew
Alderwoman X
Lingenfelter
Alderman Putrich X
Alderwoman Hale X
Alderman West X
Alderman Lovell X
Alderman Nelson X
Alderman Ryan X
Mayhew
The motion carried.
COMMITTEE REPORTS:
FINANCE
ALDERMAN RYAN MAYHEW, CHAIRMAN
ELM STREET LIGHTING IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT APPLICATION FOR PAYMENT NO 1 FROM
QUICK ELECTRICAL CONTRACTORS IN THE AMOUNT OF $48,355
The project is on Elm Street between 1st and 2nd Avenue. A replacement light in front of the
barber shop still needs to be finished. This will be paid from the TIF 1 bond fund.
Motion and second were made by Aldermen Nelson/Lovell to approve the project
ROLL CALL Yes No Absent
Alderman Quinn X
Mayhew
Alderwoman X
Lingenfelter
Alderman Putrich Abstain
Alderwoman Hale X
Alderman West X
Alderman Lovell X
Alderman Nelson X
Alderman Ryan X
Mayhew
The motion carried.
DISCUSS, CONSIDER AND VOTE ON RETAINING LAYNE TO PULL PUMP# 1 INSPECT PUMP FOR
REPAIRS QUOTE AND INSTALL REPAIRED PUMP AT RADIAL COLLECTOR WELL
The parts for the pump are being shipped and should be installed for the other pump. At this
same time they will pull pump #1 to inspect for repairs. The estimated cost is $25,200.00 to be
paid from the capital investment account
Motion and second were made by Aldermen Nelson/Putrich to retain Layne to pull pump #1 to
inspect the pump for repairs for an amount up to $25,230.00 from the WTP capital investment
fund
ROLL CALL Yes No Absent
Alderman Quinn X
Mayhew
Alderwoman X
Lingenfelter
Alderman Putrich X
Alderwoman Hale X
Alderman West X
Alderman Lovell X
Alderman Nelson X
Alderman Ryan X
Mayhew
The motion carried.
LEGAL AND ORDINANCE
ALDERMAN CRAIG WEST, CHAIRMAN
DISCUSS, CONSIDER AND VOTE ON AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE SALE OF CERTAIN
PERSONAL PROPERTY OWNED BY THE CITY OF CANTON #4116
The City is wanted to sell a 1991 Ford dump truck that is no longer useful. The vehicle has over
170,000 miles. The City will have a bidding process with the bid opened at a future council
meeting. The City may replace this vehicle next fiscal year.
Motion and second were made by Aldermen Nelson/West to waive the rules for the first
reading of the ordinance.
ROLL CALL Yes No Absent
Alderman Quinn X
Mayhew
Alderwoman X
Li ngenfelter
Alderman Putrich X
Alderwoman Hale X
Alderman West X
Alderman Lovell X
Alderman Nelson X
Alderman Ryan X
Mayhew
The motion carried.
Motion and second were made by Aldermen West/Nelson to approve the ordinance and place
it on file.
ROLL CALL Yes No Absent
Alderman Quinn X
Mayhew
Alderwoman X
Lingenfelter
Alderman Putrich X
Alderwoman Hale X
Alderman West X
Alderman Lovell X
Alderman Nelson X
Alderman Ryan X
Mayhew
The motion carried.
DISCUSS, CONSIDER AND VOTE ON INSURANCE COUNSEL (ANCEL GLINK) ON PURSUING
SUBROGATION FROM OPERA HOUSE EXPLOSION
Attorney Lane explained that the City was added as respondents in discovery to a law suit filed
by the catholic church as a result of the explosion from the Opera House. The issue came up if
the City wanted to seek subrogation against the individual causing the damages. It's been
recommended by the former insurance provider and the insurance counsel not to pursue
subrogation. The individual responsible canceled insurance before starting this job so there is
not a fund to go subrogate against. Attorney Lane recommends voting against subrogation.
Motion and second were made by Aldermen West/Lingenfelter to vote against subrogation.
ROLL CALL Yes No Absent
Alderman Quinn X
Mayhew
Alderwoman X
Lingenfelter
Alderman Putrich X
Alderwoman Hale X
Alderman West X
Alderman Lovell X
Alderman Nelson X
Alderman Ryan X
Mayhew
The motion carried.
DISCUSS, CONSIDER AND VOTE ON AN ORDINANCE TO ALLOW FOR LIMIT RESTRICTIONS TO
BE POSTED VIA A PROPER IDOT SIGN FOR CASS STREET BRIDGE#4117
Engineer Keith Plavec explained that the City currently goes through Fulton County for bridge
inspections. The underside of the bridge at Cass Place had some areas of concern. They are
concerned with the long term structure. IDOT agrees that it is not in immediate need of
replacement. The recommended signage would place weight restrictions for vehicles on the
bridge. The signs are ordered to be installed. The first step is to create an ordinance to place
the signs.
Motion and second were made by Aldermen Nelson/Lovell to waive the first reading of the
ordinance.
ROLL CALL Yes No Absent
Alderman Quinn X
Mayhew
Alderwoman X
Lingenfelter
Alderman Putrich X
Alderwoman Hale X
Alderman West X
Alderman Lovell X
Alderman Nelson X
Alderman Ryan X
Mayhew
The motion carried.
Motion and second were made by Aldermen West/Nelson to approve the ordinance and place
on file.
ROLL CALL Yes No Absent
Alderman Quinn X
Mayhew
Alderwoman X
Lingenfelter
Alderman Putrich X
Alderwoman Hale X
Alderman West X
Alderman Lovell X
Alderman Nelson X
Alderman Ryan X
Mayhew
The motion carried.
DISCUSS, CONSIDER AND VOTE ON A RESOLUTION APPROVING A REPORTING AGREEMENT
BETWEEN THE CANTON UNION SCHOOL DISTRICT AND THE FULTON COUNTY STATES
ATTORNEY'S OFFICE#5167
This is an annual agreement between the school district and the City. The juvenile justice act of
1987 and intergovernmental agreement act allow for the City to work with the school district
and to the states attorney's office to share information that is confidential regarding juvenile
matters. The resolution outlines how to do the reporting.
Motion and second were made by Aldermen West/Lingenfelter to approve the resolution.
ROLL CALL Yes No Absent
Alderman Quinn X
Mayhew
Alderwoman X
Lingenfelter
Alderman Putrich X
Alderwoman Hale X
Alderman West X
Alderman Lovell X
Alderman Nelson X
Alderman Ryan X
Mayhew
The motion carried
NEGOTIATIONS, GRIEVANCE & PERSONNEL
ALDERMAN JUSTIN NELSON, CHAIRMAN
DISCUSS, CONSIDER AND VOTE ON A RESOLUTION APPROVING A RETIREMENT AGREEMENT
AND SEPARATION AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF CANTON AND GREG POLLITT#5168
Attorney Lane explained that there would be revisions to the resolutions pertaining to health
insurance so it includes dental insurance coverage. There is also a provision in the personnel
policy that was not originally put in the agreement that is for a 12 week payment that is in the
personnel policy. Adding this language does not change the substance, but will better clarify
what is getting paid. This will be added as part of the motion. There is also language
pertaining to health insurance that has the word "offered" that will state "provided". The word
provided is consistent with the personnel policy.
Motion and second were made by Aldermen Nelson/Hale to approve the resolution with the
amended provisions provided by Attorney Lane.
ROLL CALL Yes No Absent
Alderman Quinn X
Mayhew
Alderwoman X
Lingenfelter
Alderman Putrich X
Alderwoman Hale X
Alderman West X
Alderman Lovell X
Alderman Nelson X
Alderman Ryan X
Mayhew
The motion carried.
COMMUNITY AND INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT
ALDERMAN JOHN LOVELL, CHAIRMAN
PUBLIC WORKS, WATER AND SEWER
ALDERWOMAN ANGIE LINGENFELTER, CHAIRMAN
PUBLIC SAFETY AND TRAFFIC
ALDERWOMAN ANGELA HALE
DISCUSS, CONSIDER AND VOTE ON AN ORDINANCE CREATING PROVISIONS -5-18 RELATIVE TO
A STUDENT PICK UP LANE FOR EASTVIEW SCHOOL IN THE CITY OF CANTON ILLINOIS#4118
There is a lot of traffic congestion at Eastview School at the pickup lane. The City did a trial
basis setting up cones that helped relieve the congestion. This area will be designated as a
pickup lane for children after school.
Motion and second were made by Aldermen Hale/Putrich to waive the first reading of the
ordinance.
ROLL CALL Yes No Absent
Alderman Quinn X
Mayhew
Alderwoman X
Lingenfelter
Alderman Putrich X
Alderwoman Hale X
Alderman West X
Alderman Lovell X
Alderman Nelson X
Alderman Ryan X
Mayhew
The motion carried.
Motion and second were made by Aldermen Hale/Quin Mayhew to approve the ordinance and
place on file.
ROLL CALL Yes No Absent
Alderman Quinn X
Mayhew
Alderwoman X
Lingenfelter
Alderman Putrich X
Alderwoman Hale X
Alderman West X
Alderman Lovell X
Alderman Nelson X
Alderman Ryan X
Mayhew
The motion carried.
STREETS AND GARBAGE
ALDERMAN QUINN MAYHEW, CHAIRMAN
LAKE, BUILDINGS AND GROUNDS
ALDERMAN TAD PUTRICH, CHAIRMAN
MAYOR COMMUNICATION
RECOGNITION OF CERTIFICATION FOR ERIC KELLY
Mayor McDowell congratulated Eric Kelly at the WWTP for obtaining his certification at the
WWTP.
OLD BUSINESS
NEW BUSINESS
ADJOURNMENT
MOTION and second were made by Aldermen Nelson/Lovell to adjourn
The motion carried by voice vote and was unanimous.
Diana Pavley-Rock, City Clerk
Kent McDowell-Mayor