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HomeMy WebLinkAbout01-03-06 City Council Meeting Minutes A regular meeting of the Canton City Council was held on January 3, 2006, in Council th Chambers at 50 North 4 Avenue, Canton, Illinois. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE OPENED THE MEETING FOLLOWED BY THE INVOCATION GIVEN BY CITY CLERK NANCY WHITES. Mayor Heinze asked for roll call at 6:30 p.m. Present - Aldermen Jim Hartford, Joe Berardi, Larry Sarff, Craig West, Les Carl, Rick Reed. Absent – Alderman Kevin Meade. TH MINUTES OF DECEMBER 20, 2005 COUNCIL MEETING. Motion and second th by Aldermen West/Hartford, the minutes of December 20, 2005 be accepted and placed on file. The motion carried by voice vote, and was unanimous. TH MINUTES OF DECEMBER 27, 2005 MECHANICAL MEETING. Motion and th second by Aldermen Hartford/Berardi, the minutes of December 27, 2005 be accepted and placed on file. The motion carried by voice vote, and was unanimous. COMMITTEE REPORTS: Public Safety & Traffic. Council Action None. Streets & Garbage. Council Action None. Lake, Buildings & Grounds. Council Action Motion and second by Aldermen Reed/Schenck, to request assistance from the District Forester with the Illinois Department of Natural Resources for an updated Plan for the site. (Former motorcycle Club area.) The motion carried by voice vote, and was unanimous. Public Works, Water & Sewer. Council Action Motion and second by Aldermen Berardi/Carl, the approval for the City of Cuba to extend its water line outside the city limits of 4,000 feet, with 10 additional lots. Discussion. Alderman Sarff said he was not opposed to the extension, was concerned about 10 additional lots and maybe more. Mayor Heinze mentioned that the lady requesting the water has a contaiminated well. Alderman Berardi mentioned that the City of Cuba should have come to the Public Works Committee first with the request. City Attorney Jim Elson said he has conferred with Cuba’s city attorney and if they need to have the additional 10 lots they will petition the City of Canton. Motion and second Motion withdrawn. and second by Aldermen Berardi/Carl, to allow the City of Cuba to extend their water line outside the city limits. Roll call. AYES – Aldermen Schenck, Reed, Carl, West, Sarff, Berardi, Hartford. NAYS – None. 7 AYES, 0 NAYS, 1 ABSENT. Motion carried. COMMUNICATIONS FROM MAYOR HEINZE – 1 rd Council meeting of January 3, 2006 Mayoral Appointments to Planning & Zoning Commission.Motion and second by Aldermen Sarff/Reed, the appointments of Bruce Meade be confirmed. The motion carried by voice vote, and was unanimous. Motion and second by Aldermen Sarff/Carl, the appointment of Alderman Jim Hartford, to the Planning & Zoning Commission be confirmed. The motion carried by voice vote, and was unanimous. Update on Wal-Mart. Mayor Heinze gave a brief outline of Wal-Mart when he first came into office. He said he had asked them to locate in the former IH property. Was told they would look at, and Wal-Mart decided to consider the property not viable. Discussions continued and Wal-Mart wants to build on the back side of current building. Also had discussed this issue with Alderman Eric Schenck. City employee Larry Ford, his wife Vicky passed away this week. Economic Development Transition Committee – recommendation. Slide presentation by Economic Development Director Mark Rothert. Economic Development Transition Committee Recommendation. Canton Area Chamber of Commerce, City of Canton, Canton Area Development Corp, and the Canton Revitalization Committee. Recommend in partnership Public Sector (City of Canton) Business, Industry & Non-profit, and call it Spoon River Partnership for Economic Development. MISSION Become the lead agency to promote, support, and enhance industry, commerce, growth, and economic development in the Canton area by partnering the collective interests of individuals, governments, businesses, and non-profits. VALUES Work for the benefit and service of the community. Value ethical conduct, openness, and an efficient, effective, and equitable use of pooled resources. Embrace a philosophy that economic development is a community wide effort. VISION To make the Canton area a premiere location in central Illinois to live, work, and play. ________________________________________________________________________ ORGANIZATIONAL CHART City of Business, Industry & Canton Non-Profits/Other Spoon River Partnership for Economic Development Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Deputy Director Executive Assistant(s) Chamber Areas of Focus Programming in Economic 2 Council meeting January 3, 2006 Development ________________________________________________________________________ What are areas of Focus? Economic Development Business/Chamber Programming -Business Retention - Annual Golf Outing - Business Expansion - Business After Hours - Business Attraction - Chamber Ambassadors - Entrepreneur Assistance - Annual Awards Banquet - Marketing/Public Relations - Meet the Candidates Night - Tourism - Other Possibilities - Workforce Development - Brown Bag Lunch Series - Infrastructure & Technology Development - Farmer’s Market - IH Redevelopment - 4 Seasonal Events - Residential Development - Getaway Packages - Downtown Redevelopment - Beautification - Volunteer Coordination - Enterprise Zone/Business Park -Grant Seeking _______________________________________________________________________ Who is on the Board? 11 member board City of Canton Chamber of SRPED’s Residents Commerce 2 highest contributors* (selected by Board) 4 3 2 2 ? Excludes the City of Canton and Chamber of Commerce ________________________________________________________________________ How might the SRPED be funded? The goal is to create a public, private and non-profit partnership through collaboration and pooled resources. Example of annual participation: City of Canton $100,000 Business, Industry & Non-Profits $ 40,000 Chamber of Commerce $ 70,000 Total $210,000 ________________________________________________________________________ How do businesses and non-profits join the SRPED? 3 Council meeting January 3, 2006 Participation Levels: Minimum Annual Contribution: CIVIC CHAMPION $ 10,000 COMMUNITY PARTNER $ 5,000 DEVELOPMENT ASSOCIATE $ 2,000 SUSTANINING MEMBER $ 500 CONTRIBUTOR Under $500 ________________________________________________________________________ How is the Chamber affected? Chamber partners with the SRPED to oversee and manage all of its current administrative and business programming operations The Chamber will provide input into the SRPED Executive Director’s hire of a Deputy Director whose primary responsibility will be to manage the business programming functions traditionally associated with the Chamber Two dues structures and two boards of directors are created: one for SRPED and one for the Chamber ________________________________________________________________________ How will the CADC be affected? The CADC has not decided on its own future. The organization was waiting on the recommendation of the EDTC and the decisions made by the City to support and fund a new economic development organization. The CADC still has remaining funds left that it could transfer to the SRPED if it chooses to dissolve. ________________________________________________________________________ How will the City of Canton be affected? Benefits to the City: Enhanced stewardship Establishment of a defined economic development program with continuity from administration to administration. City gets appropriate level of input considering its financial stake Positions the City as a proactive leader in the area Enables the Canton Community to speak with one voice in economic development. ________________________________________________________________________ What is the role of the SRPED Board? Leadership and Governance Hire/support/evaluate/discharge Executive Director Review and approve annual budget 4 Council meeting January 3, 2006 Establish strategic goals and priorities Evaluate progress toward program and financial goals Review and approve major organizational decisions, commitments, and plans In partnership with Executive Director and staff, guide the mission and direction of the organization. Stewardship Ensure dedication to the use of assets for the benefit of the public Support Functions Fundraising/Membership Recruitment Conduit for economic development leads Public relations on economic development activities ________________________________________________________________________ What is the role of the SRPED staff? Executive Director: Hired by majority vote of Board of Directors Professionally administers economic development programs of the organization Manages day-to-day operations of the organization such as administration, finance and human resources Reports regularly to the Board of Directors and Chamber of Commerce Deputy Director: Manages the business programming function (existing Chamber functions) of the organization Assist the Executive Director in the day-to-day operations and implementation of economic development programs Executive Assistant(s): Administrative/clerical/receptionist duties for the SRPED Possibly a full-time qualified individual or 2 part-time individuals ________________________________________________________________________ Working Together Regional WIU’s Small Peoria Area Economic Business Convention Development Development and Visitors Councils Center Bureau Area SRPED Communities A Private, Public & Non-Profit Partnership Spoon River Fulton Il Dept of College County Commerce Tourism and Alliance Economic Opportunity ________________________________________________________________________ LOCATION 5 Council meeting January 3, 2006 Recommendation: Relocate office to third floor of the Opera House where current Chamber of Commerce offices are located Continually search for downtown office space on first floor level This ends the slide presentation by Economic Development Director Mark Rothert. ________________________________________________________________________ Alderman Berardi ask for Rod Ahitow Executive Director of the Chamber of Commerce to respond to this. Rod Ahitow said he supports the plan and the need for openness. Ready to give a long term commitment and the City needs to give a long term commitment so it does not stop at every election. Alderman Berardi ask for the Chairman of CADC Mark Johann to comment. He said he echoed what Rod Ahitow had said. And he said he is waiting on the outcome of tonights meeting. Alderman Berardi said his concern is what does the city get for $100,000, unless we get a Comprehensive Plan. We still don’t have the direction to go, as we need a plan. Alderman Sarff said a long term commitment was mentioned. It is a must, but how do you give this to another council? Mayor Heinze wants to refer the issue to Alderman West committee next week. Lets shoot for a goal. Alderman Carl wants Economic Development Director Mark Rothert to come up with a Budget to look at. Alderman Berardi said to use the minimal amount you can get by with? OLD BUSINESS: ORDINANCE – AMENDING THE PROVISIONS FOR DISPOSITION OF ABANDONED AND WRECKED VEHICLES. Second reading, read by title. Motion and second by Aldermen West/Sarff, the ordinance be placed on its passage. Roll call. AYES – Aldermen Hartford, Berardi, Sarff, West, Carl, Reed, Schenck. NAYS – None. 7 AYES, 0 NAYS, 1 ABSENT. Motion carried. Ordinance being # 1853. ORDINANCE – AMENDING THE PROVISIONS FOR CONTRACTS FOR PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS. Motion Second reading, read by title. and second by Aldermen Hartford/Reed, the ordinance be placed on its passage. Roll call. AYES – Aldermen Schenck, Reed, Carl, West, Sarff Berardi, Hartford. NAYS – None. 7 AYES, 0 NAYS, 1 ABSENT. Motion carried. Ordinance being # 1854. NEW BUSINESS: ORDINANCE – RATIFYING THE SALE OF THE FORMER CITY BUILDING AT 210 EAST CHESTNUT STREET TO BRUKETTA ACCOUNTING, INC. Motion First reading, read by title. and second by Aldermen Hartford/Berardi, to suspend the rules for placing the ordinance on its passage. Roll call. AYES – Aldermen Hartford, Berardi, Sarff, West, Carl, Reed, Schenck. NAYS – None. 7 AYES, 0 NAYS 1 ABSENT. Motion carried. Motion by Aldermen Hartford/Berardi, the ordinance to be placed on its passage. Roll call. AYES – Aldermen Schenck, Reed, Carl, West, Sarff, Berardi, Hartford. NAYS – None. 7 AYES, 0 NAYS, 1 ABSENT. Motion carried. Ordinance being #1855. Alderman Berardi ask who had sat down with Wal-Mart representatives and had negotiations? There are a lot of issues that have to be answered. 1) What are they going to do with the building after they leave it? 2) Why was Public Works, Water & Sewer committee not involved in plans to build a new building? 3) A traffic study needs done. 6 Council meeting January 3, 2006 4) Joe mentioned of a water pressure problem in the area. Joe said been elected to represent the City and to get these questions ask. He said he did not care if Wal Mart comes to town or not. Want to see some studies done. They are wanting something, what is it? Alderman Sarff said has to be what both want! Mayor Heinze said he had talked with a representative of Wal-Mart and had asked about money. I was not receptive, and it went away. They have to go before the Planning & Zoning Commission. Should not give zoning request until know what they are planning for their building they are in now. Alderman Schenck said we should take a more proactive approach in the future. Alderman Reed disagreed of having Wal-Mart build downtown. Don’t want to see one business in the IH property as he wants to see variety for diversity. Traffic would be a hinderance. Has Petersen Company been asked if they want Wal-Mart across from them? Where Wal-Mart is now is a good place for them. Alderman Carl said he partly agreed with Alderman Reed and partly disagreed. But he does agree with Alderman Sarff and Alderman Berardi as the City has a trump in their hand with Planning & Zoning. Feels the IEPA should be involved, and to use all our resources. Alderman West agreed with Alderman Reed, don’t feel belongs downtown. The downtown would be a ghost town. Alderman Sarff said he remembers when traffic was a problem, and hopes we have it again. The City Council will have a vote on the zoning classification change. Alderman Sarff said his problem is the infrastructure. A super Wal-Mart on those streets are not good enough. Wal-Mart should be thinking of traffic lights, street lights, and cost of all this, and who is going to pick up the tab? Council members should have a copy in front of them before goes to zoning board. Alderman Hartford said that no Wal-Mart store is built in the downtown areas. Alderman Berardi ask for Public Works Director Clif O’Brien to comment on sewer and water for the proposed building area. Public Works Director Clif O’Brien said there is a th 12-inch water main on 4 Avenue and was upgraded in 1990. The sewer should not be a problem. When you are on North Main Street, we have a problem now. And the City has a Ground Water Ordinance they will have to abide by. Fire Chief John Stanko said the area will be remarkably improved as fire protection would be better. Public Works Director Clif O’Brien said the City needs to loop all dead end streets EXECUTIVE SESSION – NEGOTIATIONS, GRIEVANCE & PERSONNEL COMMITTEE – TO DISCUSS FIRE DEPARMENT NEGOTIATIONS. Motion and second by Aldermen Sarff/Hartford, to go into executive session to discuss fire department negotiations. Roll call. AYES – Aldermen Hartford, Berardi, Sarff, West, Carl, Reed, Schenck. NAYS – None. 7 AYES, 0 NAYS, 1 ABSENT. Motion carried. The regular scheduled council meeting convened into executive session at 7:50 p.m. The executive session minutes are on file in the office of the City Clerk for review. 7 Council meeting January 3, 2006 The regular scheduled council meeting reconvened into open session at 9:21 p.m. to adjourn. Adjournment. Motion and second by Aldermen Berardi/Reed, to adjourn. The motion carried by voice vote, and was unanimous. The regular scheduled council meeting adjourned at 9:22 p.m. ______________________________ Nancy Whites, City Clerk APPROVED: _______________________________ Rodney W. Heinze, Mayor 8