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Home My WebLink About06-07-05 City Council Meeting Minutes A regular meeting of the Canton City Council was held on June 7, 2005 in Council th Chambers at the Historic Depot at 50 North 4 Avenue. 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 Beraridi, Larry Sarff, Craig West, Les Carl, Kevin Meade, Rick Reed, Eric Schenck. Absent – None. MINUTES OF MAY 17, 2005 MEETING. Motion and second by Aldermen Hartford/Schenck, the minutes of May 17, 2005 be accepted and placed on file. Voice vote, motion carried unanimously. MINUTES OF MAY 2, 2005 EXECUTIVE SESSION SPECIAL MEETING. nd Motion and second by Aldermen Sarff/Carl, the minutes of May 2, 2005 executive session special meeting be accepted and placed on file. Voice vote, motion carried unanimously. COMMITTEE REPORTS. Public Safety & Traffic. Council Action None. Streets & Garbage. Council Action None. Lake, Buildings & Grounds. Council Action Motion and second by Aldermen , to accept the quote from Brooks Tech for two (2) XP Office Professional computers and hardware in the amount of $2,888.80 for the mayor and secretary’s office. Discussion. Alderman Berardi asked where the business was located and if they have a Home Occupation Permit? Mayor Heinze answered the rd business is in the home at 3 and Ash Street and the business does not have a Home Occupation Permit. The business is by telephone and there is no foot traffic. The Fire Department uses their equipment and they are quite pleased with it. City Attorney Jim Elson mentioned a home occupation permit depends entirely upon the type of business being conducted, and this is a telephone type of business. They don’t need a home 1 Council meeting June 7, 2005 occupation permit. Alderman Reed ask in the other office where did that computer go? Mayor Heinze said he was using the lap top of David Byerly’s in his office. Roll call. AYES – Aldermen Schenck, Reed, Meade, Carl, West, Sarff, Hartford. Nays – Alderman Berardi. 7 AYES, 1 NAY, 0 ABSENT. Motion carried. Public Works, Water & Sewer. Council Action Motion and second by Aldermen Berardi/Schenck, Police Chief Don Edwards call the State Police to support his findings of a stolen lap top computer from city hall. Discussion. Alderman Berardi said this does not reflect on the Police Department. Alderman Schenck said he would like to see this issue behind us, and move on to new business and wants to see the end of this issue. Alderman Meade said he agrees on getting this behind us. The only reason for it I know will have a stamp of approval, and we take it out of speculation. He also believes the state police will not accept it. And there are times we are so close to it we may not have seen everything. Alderman Meade said he would support the motion. Alderman Carl said he agreed with Alderman Meade on some things he said. Alderman Carl said, he did not agree with Alderman Berardi as we are questioning the integrity of Don Edwards the Police Chief. Secondly Alderman Carl said what the discussion is tonight is to not find the computer but merely to make the former mayor look bad, and he does not need help in that area. Third, the city collected $721 from the insurance company. Alderman Carl said he will not support the motion. Alderman Reed felt the city has investigated as best it can, and we should move on as the computer is probably in pieces. Lets put it to bed as he has trust in the police department. Roll call. AYES – Aldermen Berardi, Sarff, Meade, Schenck. NAYS – Aldermen Hartford, West, Carl, Reed. 4 AYES, 4 NAYS, 0 ABSENT. Mayor Heinze voted AYE to break the tie vote. Motion carried. ndth Motion and second by Aldermen Meade/Berardi, to open up Maple Street from 2 to 4 Avenue to see if complies with Vandewalle Associates, and referred to Streets & Garbage Committee. Discussion. Alderman Carl said it would be a benefit to the citizens using this area and it would get rid of congestion. Alderman Berardi said to have Cliff check the cost of opening up the street. Voice vote, motion carried unanimously. Keith Plavec from Maurer Stutz Inc. introduced the owners David Maurer and Joe Stutz. David Maurer reported that there are 12 employees and 10 of them live in the Canton surrounding area. All of the employees are available to do work with the City. David said he appreciates the opportunity to work with the City of Canton, as you are very important to us. David introduced Ron Cloninger, Steve Arahead who are vice presidents and Keith Plavec, who is associate vice president and soon to be vice president. Joe Stutz remarked that he is very appreciative serving the City of Canton. We invested time, people and a new facility which allows continuity. Motion and second by Aldermen Schenck/Berardi, to approve the General Engineer of Public Works for $36,000 a year for three (3) year contract of Maurer Stutz Inc. Discussion. Alderman Carl thought this was premature as he has not seen the contract, and this is nothing against Maurer Stutz Inc. firm, just wants to review it. Alderman Meade said he does not have any problems with the firm but ask if the appointment since it is the mayor’s appointment, can this be done for more than one year? City Attorney Jim Elson remarked it’s really what ever you want. In some instances you cannot, but in this one you can make the term as long as the council members. Motion and second with drawn. Mayor Heinze said that the contract would be made available to the committee and then the mayor will make the appointment. To be added to Public Works, Water & Sewer Committee agenda for June 28th. Informational. 2 Council meeting June 7, 2005 Low bid from Hohulin Brothers Fence Company for 920 linear feet of chain link for the IH area in the amount of $22,816.00. Alderman Berardi commented that Cliff and I reviewed this and we are not wanting to put up a fence on the IH property until Petersen shows his effort of building. We know there has been some EPA work that is pending. Cliff O’Brien said he has talked with Hohulin Fence and they have a 45 day bid price and ends June 24. They will extend the contract unless he gets an increase from his supplier. COMMUNICATIONS FROM MAYOR HEINZE. David Pistorius of First Midstate Inc. spoke about the $36,000,000 Bond Issue and went through what has transpired for the new council members. David did mentioned the firm has what they need from the IEPA When the bonds are issued they have to be bank qualified when over $10 million is being issued. If bonds become over qualified they are not attractive to a bank, they become non bank qualified. David also remarked that the two readings the city requires for passage of ordinances is not required for a bond issue. David will supply the city with a draft ordinance that has to be on July 19 meeting and wants the city to consider passing at that meeting by waiving the second reading of the ordinance. The fisability study is being prepared by David Pistorius and Keith Plavec. David said you will need a Bond Registrar paying agent. They can be a local bank that makes the payments and pays the interest. David reported the rating of the bonds with be with Moody’s. Greenways and Trails Plan. Bill Kuhn, Fulton County Engineer said on behalf of Fulton County, and with guidance from the Fulton County Board’s Tourism and Economic Development Committee, he is completing a Greenways and Trails Plan under Illinois Department of Natural Resources guidelines. A proposed Canton plan can be included in this document. Inclusion may provide many benefits, including possible future funding opportunities. He introduced a walkway-bikeway plan for the Canton area. Your concurrence and support are essential to move forward in its planning, design and implementation. Bill believes we have an opportunity to transform Canton into an even more beautiful place to live, to further improve quality of life, and to create additional visitor attractions. The transportation project I propose is a combination of greenways and trails that line schools, health care facilities, public services and downtown. Building upon significant to existing facilities and improved as opportunities arise, the project will target users that include the elderly, school children, pedestrians, bicyclists, the disabled, and visitors. Please understand that we are creating and alternative transportation facility to the automobile, with a significant opportunity for side benefits. The Trail connects Spoon River College to Wallace Park, continues north to Big Creek Park, connects Lakeland Park, Westview School and continues to the Canton Country Club. It then circles to Fourth Avenue, Lincoln School, the High School, and continues down First Avenue and out Ash Street to Eastview School. Several additional spurs connect local Nursing Homes, Graham Hospital, Parlin-Ingersoll Library, the Downtown and IH site, and many other public places. This plan can be modified as desired, but time is of extreme essence for an immediate funding opportunity. The proposed project is approximately 16 miles in length. The very preliminary cost guess of the “Cadillac Version: is $1.25 million, while the “Hugo Version: can cost as little as $100,000. There is additional good news. The Illinois Department of Transportation is accepting applications through July for Transportation Enhancement Funds that this proposed transportation project might be eligible. Up to 80% matching funds are available. That means $250,000 may buy a “Cadillac Version”. Although this is a large task and will need immediate attention, he proposed we act quickly and apply for funding of engineering planning, engineering design and construction of this entire facility. It will require effort by Fulton County, the City of 3 Council meeting June 7, 2005 Canton, Spoon River College, Canton Park District, Canton Country Club, Canton School District, and others. It will require letters of support from key elected officials in the State of Illinois, a demonstration of community support for the required matching dollars and for maintenance, and a success in the application and approval process. Otherwise, we will be relying solely on local funding. Preliminary Guess of Costs Location Mileage +/- Type of facility Guess of Costs_____ Spoon River College to CH5 .75 B $ 65,000 CH 5 to Avenue D 2.0 A $120,000 Avenue D to Wallace Park .25 A + RR $ 50,000 Wallace to Big Creek to CCC 4.75 C $120,000 2 bridges, 3 parking lots $180,000 Westview spur .75 A $ 20,000 CSHS spur .05 A $ 30,000 Lincoln spur .05 A $ 30,000 CCC spur w/Tunnel 1.0 A $100,000 Fourth Avenue spur 1.75 A $100,000 First Avenue spur .5 A $ 30,000 Ash Street spur 1.5 A $ 90,000 Chestnut spur 1.5 + A $ 90,000 ADA, signs, 4 x-walk lights $225,000 Other spurs $ ? Total Guess 15.75 mi $1,250,000 The attached map summarizes the project. Bill appreciates our consideration of this matter and awaits quick response for June 24. Bill would like for the City of Canton to come up with $150,000 and the Park District $100,000. Alderman Carl asked if Hotel/Motel Tax could be used for this project? City Attorney Jim Elson said he would check into that. Bill said the target date is February 2006 for completion. Motion and second by Aldermen Carl/Berardi, to have the city treasurer to provide funding information, and for the city to ask the county board for Bill Kuhn to work on our behalf, and send to Finance Committee. Roll call. AYES – Aldermen Schenck, Reed, Meade, Carl, West, Sarff, Berardi, Hartford. NAYS – None. 8 AYES, 0 NAYS, 0 ABSENT. Motion carried. Police Chief Don Edwards brought up that Roko has a broken tooth and an exposed nerve. Dr. Coonradt the City vet recommends that this be repaired as soon as possible as it will only get worse in a relatively short time. He recommends using the University of Illinois College of Veterinary Medicine. Because Roko is a service dog, the City will receive approximately a 50% discount. The work to be performed will require three one- day trips to Urbana. The total estimate for all three visits will be $1,184 - $1,292 after the discount. Drug forfeiture funds could be utilized for this procedure. This is a necessary procedure and I took the liberty of getting the first appointment scheduled for th June 9. Motion and second by Aldermen Meade/West, to allow for K-9 officer Roko to have his tooth repaired by Illinois College of Veterinary Medicine at a cost between $1,100 through $1,300, and using Drug Forfeiture funds. Roll call. AYES – Aldermen Hartford, Berardi, Sarff, West, Carl, Meade, Reed, Schenck. NAYS – None. 8 AYES, 0 NAYS, 0 ABSENT. Motion carried. 4 Council meeting June 7, 2005 OLD BUSINESS: ORDINANCE – ESTABLISHING COMPENSATION FOR EMPLOYEES OF THE CITY OF CANTON FOR THE FISCAL YEAR BEGINNING MAY, 2005. Motion Second reading, read by title. and second by Aldermen Carl/Sarff, to amend the wage scale of Kim Scott as it is listed as $125.00 and should be $150.00. Roll call. AYES – Aldermen Schenck, Reed, Meade, Carl, West, Sarff, Berardi, Hartford. NAYS – None. 8 AYES, 0 NAYS, 0 ABSENT. Motion carried. Motion and second by Aldermen Sarff/Hartford, the ordinance be placed on its passage as amended. Roll call. AYES – Aldermen Hartford, Berardi, Sarff, West, Carl, Reed, Schenck. NAYS – Alderman Meade. 7 AYES, 1 NAY, 0 ABSENT. Motion carried. Ordinance being #1837. NEW BUSINESS: RESOLUTION – RESCINDING RESOLUTION NUMBER 3726 INVOLVING SPECIFIC SALARIES FOR VARIOUS EMPLOYEES OF THE CITY OF CANTON. Motion First reading, read by title. and second by Aldermen Hartford/West, the resolution be adopted. Roll call. AYES – Aldermen Schenck, Reed, Meade, Carl, West, Sarff, Berardi, Hartford. NAYS – None. 8 AYES, 0 NAYS, 0 ABSENT. Motion carried. Resolution being #3729. EXECUTIVE SESSION: PENDING LITIGATION (CITY OF CANTON vs. DON INMON; CITY OF CANTON vs. RICK LILLIE; REVIEW OF EEOC MATTER.) Motion and second by Aldermen Sarff/Meade, to go into executive session to discuss pending litigation of Rick Lillie and Don Inmon; and review EEOC matter. Roll call. AYES – Aldermen Hartford, Berardi, Sarff, West, Carl, Meade, Reed, Schenck. NAYS – None. 8 AYES, 0 NAYS, 0 ABSENT. Motion carried. Mayor Heinze announced those staying for the executive session are Aldermen, Mayor, City Clerk, City Treasurer, City Attorney. Mayor Heinze did not believe there would be any action afterwards. If there is Rod said he will call the news media. The regular scheduled council meeting convened into executive session at 8:52 p.m. The regular scheduled council meeting reconvened in open session at 9:28 p.m. to adjourn. Adjournment. Motion and second by Aldermen Carl/Reed, to adjourn. Voice vote, motion carried unanimously. The regular scheduled council meeting adjourned at 9:29 p.m. ______________________________ Nancy Whites, City Clerk APPROVED:______________________________ Rodney W. Heinze, Mayor 5