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Home My WebLink About05-04-04 Canton City Council3fi6 A regular meeting of the Canton City Council was held on May 4, 2004 in the Council Chambers at the Historic Depot, 50 North 4`" Avenue, Canton, Illinois. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE OPENED THE MEETING FOLLOWED BY THE INVOCATION GIVEN BY NANCY WHITES, CITY CLERK. Mayor Bohler asked for roll call at 6:30 p.m. Present -Aldermen Larry Sarff, Mary Fillingham, Bob Molleck, Elny Harn, Les Carl, Jim Hartford, Rick Reed, Craig West. Absent -None. MINUTES OF APRIL 20th, 2004. Motion and second by Aldermen MollecklHartford, the minutes of April 20`", 2004 to be placed on file as presented. Voice vote, motion carried unanimously. COMMITTEE REPORTS: Public Safety & Traffic. Council Action None. Streets & Garbage. Council Action None. Lake, Buildings & Grounds. Council Action None. Public Works, Water & Sewer. Council Action None. COMMUNICATIONS FROM MAYOR BOHLER. YEAR END SPEECH 2003 - 2004. It is again time to share with you the projects we have been working on throughout the community. These projects will prepare Canton for the future. Probably the most eventful was seeing the NE Corner of the IH Site come down. That was a very touching moment for all of us. This project has involved countless hours of dedication by city staff and has been a primary objective of our economic development program. It is important to realize we are not finished yet. This Council has moved forward with the demolition of remaining buildings and we are . 1 .1 1 •11 1T 1 .1 . • 1 . Tl . 365 City Council meeting Apri120, 2004 ORDINANCE AMENDING TITLE 2, CHAPTER 1, SECTION 5, OF THE CANTON MUNICIPAL CODE REGARDING THE BOARD OF FIRE AND POLICE COMMISSIONERS. First reading, read by title. ORDINANCE -AMENDING TITLE 9, CHAPTER 3, SECTION 24 OF THE CANTON MUNICIPAL CODE REGARDING SKATEBOARDS AND ROLLER SKATES. First reading, read by title. Motion and second by Aldermen Hartford/Molleck, to adjourn for an Executive Session for Negotiations, Grievance & Personnel -Discuss Personnel. Roll call. AYES - Aldermen Hartford, Molleck, West, Sarff, Carl, Fillingham, Reed. NAYS -None. 7 AYES, 0 NAYS, 1 ABSENT. Motion carried unanimously. The regular scheduled Council meeting convened for the Executive Session at 6:54 p.m. The regular scheduled Council meeting reconvened at 8:08 p.m. Motion and second by Aldermen CarUReed, to hire additional staff in the Water Treatment Plant and Wastewater Treatment Plant. Roll call. Aldermen Hartford, Molleck, West, Sarff, Carl, Fillingham, Reed. NAYS -None. 7 AYES, 0 NAYS, 1 ABSENT. Motion carried. Mayor Bohler gave the following information...we may be able to keep the Gabby Days and the Leaf Program. Also we will have to shift some personnel around and I believe we will be able to come up with a balanced budget. Adjournment. Motion and second by Aldermen West/Molleck, to adjourn. Voice vote, motion carried unanimously. The regular scheduled council meeting adjourned at 8:09 p.m. ., ~ ~~ ?~- ancy Wl es, City Clerk APPROVED: ~ .,._ rry M. Bohler, Mayor 367 City Council meeting May 4, 2004 Much of this new construction is within many of the communities long held treasures and is those very things that have made Canton a wonderful place to raise a family. These include; Graham Hospital's expansion; YMCA's new gym; Parlin Ingersoll Library's expansion and renovation project; Spoon River College's new conference center and the creation of the teen/senior activity center and swimming pool at Big Creek Park. We are excited to see addition of new treasures to our community such as the anticipated creation of a new modern Cineplex at the IH Site. With these developments underway it is more important than ever that the city do its part to address and meet the needs of a community determined to move forward. With IH underway that attention must be directed to the improvement of our community's infrastructure. We have completed a Wastewater study and will soon have a water study completed. These studies will identify the areas that must be improved in order for the community to grow and continuing serving its existing residents. If Canton is to build a future, our infrastructure is the key, because without it we will stand still. If this Council decides to move forward with the infrastructure improvements, the city will need to find new and alternate sources of revenue, we cannot make these improvements by simply raising property taxes. This administration is willing to tighten its budget to make these improvements happen. In fact, over the last 3 years our budget has only increased 1.43%. In order to keep the budget balanced we will see layoffs and cuts in other areas. Even with these necessary cuts we must maintain the safety of Canton residents. Everything we have down over the last 3 years has been to build the foundation of Canton's future. Last year our Motor Fuel Tax fund received $600,000 for road improvements. Our Lake committee has made great progress this past year and in the up and coming year we will see pavilions, more road improvements and improved camping areas. On September 11 we showed our service men and women that they are in our hearts and in our prayers. We would all like to see them return home safely. Now I would like to do something different this year. Our Economic Development Director, Department Heads, and our engineers will speak to you on what they feel is needed for Canton's future growth. Keith Plavic from the city's engineering firm of Maurer Stutz Inc. presented for the Wastewater Treatment, Water Treatment, System Maintenance, Street Department a slide presentation of the working components for each department. Water Related Items. Completed Projects Updating Computer Equipment Modified Billing to Enhance Bill Collecting Improved customer satisfaction Capability to communicate with the customer 368 Currently obtaining information (i.e preliminary costs, drawings, etc.) from water treatment supplies Working with the Illinois State Geological Survey to determine future well location Completed limited fire flow testing for distribution system looping Currently completing water distribution water main looping scenario Greg said a lot of the water mains are not connected and we're looking to looping them Water Plant Lime Slaker -Built in 1993, Greg said if this particular equipment fails we are in trouble. This machinery serves its purpose well. This study is about answering questions of which direction they need to go. We're in safety every day as some 20,000 people drink the water. The Superintendent's and staff before us did an outstanding job. We want to have a better product to send to the community. The Chlorine Removal methods Aids in meeting discharge permit requirements Upcoming Projects and Concerns Pilot Plant and water testing. 3. Modification of NPDES Permit Design and Construction Phase of Water Study Plan Improvements Raw Water Intake Structure (currently seeking grants). Should know next month if have the grant Radar inspection of dam spillway Annual dam inspection Annual sludge program Continued maintenance of existing plant Lake area improvements Personnel Separation of water and sewer funds Wastewater Related Items. Completed Projects Wastewater Facilities Planning Study Anaerobic Digestor taken offLine Converted sludge digestion from anaerobic to aerobic Sludge handling facilities modified to be more efficient Designed a more efficient maintenance program to study equipment and personnel needs Joe Carruthers Superintendent mentioned the reservoir holds 44 million gallons of water from offthe city streets. Storm Building Rehabilitation Replacement of three (3) storm and two (2) tertiary pumps Valve rehabilitation and replacement Installation of Overhead Crane Installation of VFD's for the tertiary pumps Upcoming Projects and Concerns West Side WWTP Improvements East Side Facility Improvements Purchase of sampling equipment and flow meter(s) Kilroy Lift Station Design and Construction Modifications to Excess Flow Basins at Main WWTP and East Side Facility r~,.,...t...,.:. i.mT~C~ D,........:a i,7..,. n,.+,.1..,... nn~ 369 City Council meeting May 4, 2004 Completed Projects Chestnut Street Canton Square NE Corner IH Asbestos Abatement and Demolition Canton Lake Campground Road Improvement Clif O'Brien mentioned that we need to thank Ed Locke for his help on the Campground Road Improvement. Current Projects in Progress Vine Street Bridge Construction IH West Asbestos Abatement and Demolition NE Corner IH Concrete Removal New City Maintenance Shed and Storage Area (Il. Rt 9 -Street Department) Upcoming Projects and Concerns Ash Street (5't` to 15"' Street) 4`h Avenue Sidewalk/Railroad Right-of--Way Water Main Extensions/Looping Comprehensive Mapping of Water Mains and Sewer System Keith Plavic said the railroad might abandon the line, and were looking at grants to make a walk way and bicycle trails. Police Chief Donald Edwards spoke about his biggest concern is absolutely safety. He wants all citizens to feel safe day or night walking on the city's streets, as we have a greater number of elderly citizens. The amount of traffic accidents we are trying to lower. Road To Reality is a way of teaching younger citizens on what happens to you when drinking then driving. One concern is the Resource Officer and Dare Office Denny Brown will be retiring. We need to know what steps we need to take in this area. We also need citizens input of their concerns they have. We have a very modern facility. Will answer any questions you might have. Fire Chief John Stanko said his two concerns are fire suppression and fire inspection. The demands of the department have continued to increase. We will continue to see demands grow. All equipment is necessary and we need to see that the apparatus is quality equipment, and have some financial plan. We are a very proactive department, and hope to see future expansion. Will answer any questions you might have. Economic Development Director David Byerly, a Comprehensive Plan is being drafted and will start with you, as to the growth we want, as to stimulate people and businesses. We have a new fund of a HoteUMotel tax and will have a budget for that fund to be used on Tourism. Our purpose is to advance the city's goals. Mayor Bohler commented that the department heads work very hard we should be behind them and put our trust in them as they do a fantastic job. 370 City Cotmcil rieeting May 4, 2004 ORDINANCE -AMENDING 6-17-1 OF THE CANTON MUNICIPAL CODE FOR THE CITY OF CANTON REGARING CITY CURFEW. Second reading, read by title. Motion and second by Aldermen Molleck/West, the ordinance be placed on its passage. Roll call. AYES -Aldermen West, Reed, Hartford, Carl, Harn, Molleck, Fillingham, Sarff. NAYS -None. 8 AYES, 0 NAYS, 0 ABSENT. Motion carried. Ordinance being #1795. ORDINANCE -AMENDING TITLE 2, CHAPTER 1, SECTION 5 OF THE CANTON MUNICIPAL CODE, REGARDING THE BOARD OF FIRE AND POLICE COMMISSIONERS. Motion and second by Aldermen Hartford/Reed, the ordinance be placed on its passage. Roll call. AYES -Aldermen Sarff, Fillingham, Molleck, Harn, Carl, Hartford, Reed, West. 8 AYES, 0 NAYS, 0 ABSENT. Motion carried. Ordinance being # 1796. ORDINANCE -AMENDING TITLE 9, CHAPTER 3, SECTION 24 OF THE CANTON MUNICIPAL CODE REGARDING SKATEBOARDS AND ROLLER SKATES. Motion and second by Aldermen Molleck/West, the ordinance be placed on its passage. Roll call. AYES -Aldermen West, Reed, Hartford, Carl, Harn, Molleck, Fillingham, Sarff. 8 AYES, 0 NAYS, 0 ABSENT. Motion carried. Ordinance being # 1797. MOTION -SINE & DIE. Motion by Aldermen Molleck/Harn, to adjourn. Voice vote, motion carried unanimously. The regular scheduled council meeting adjourned at 7:31 p.m. ,, r Nancy hites, City Clerk APPROVED: .,.._. Jerry M. Bohler, Mayor i