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Home My WebLink About11-15-2022 Canton City Council Meeting Minutes CANTON CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 15, 2022 at 6:30 p.m. Historic Depot-Donald E. Edwards Way th 50 North 4 Avenue, Canton, IL 61520 A regular meeting of the Canton City Council was held on November 15, 2022 (6:30pm) at the th Historic Depot located at 50 North 4 Avenue Canton Illinois with zoom attendance available. STAFF IN ATTENDANCE: Mayor Kent McDowell, Acting City Clerk Andi Walters, Treasurer Crystal Wilkinson, Fire Chief Scott Roos, Police Chief Michael Eveland, Superintendent Ron Robinson, Utility Director Joe Carruthers MEDIA IN ATTENDANCE: Fulton Democrat PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE OPENED THE MEETING INVOCATION – Mayor Kent McDowell PUBLIC PARTICIPATION – ROLL CALL Yes No Absent Alderperson Gossett x Alderperson x Lingenfelter Alderperson Fritz x Alderperson Hale x Alderperson West X Resigned Alderperson Lovell x Alderperson Nelson x Alderperson x Chamberlin ADDITIONS OR CORRECTIONS TO THE AGENDA Mayor McDowell stated that he would like to move his communications up front. Recognition of 9U JFL football team, Appointment of Ralph Grimm as Alderperson for Ward 2, Discuss, consider and vote on a resolution appointing Ralph Grimm as Alderperson for Ward 2, Oath of Office for Ralph Grimm as Alderperson for Ward 2 and Item number one under Public Works, Water and Sewer. CONSENT AGENDA APPROVAL OF THE COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES HELD NOVEMBER 01, 2022 BILL LIST DISBURSEMENT REPORT TREASURER’S REPORT COMPTROLLER’S REPORT PUBLIC WORKS REPORT POLICE REPORT FIRE REPORT Motion and second were made by Alderpersons Gossett/Lingenfelter to approve the consent agenda. ROLL CALL Yes No Absent Alderperson Gossett x Alderperson x Lingenfelter Alderperson Fritz x Alderperson Hale x Alderperson West x Resigned Alderperson Lovell x Alderperson Nelson x Alderperson x Chamberlin The motion carried. Mayor McDowell introduced the 9U JFL team and congratulated them on their recent championship. The Coach also congratulated them. Each member of team introduced themselves and stated their position on the team. Mayor McDowell stated he would like to entertain a motion for a resolution to appoint Ralph Grimm as Alderman for Ward 2 replacing Craig West. Motion and second were made by Alderpersons Hale/Fritz to approve a resolution appointing Ralph Grimm as Alderman for Ward 2. ROLL CALL Yes No Absent Alderperson Gossett x Alderperson x Lingenfelter Alderperson Fritz x Alderperson Hale x Alderperson West x Resigned Alderperson Lovell x Alderperson Nelson x Alderperson x Chamberlin The motion carried. Acting City Clerk, Andi Walters administered the Oath of Office to Ralph Grimm for Alderman of Ward 2. COMMITTEE REPORTS: FINANCE ALDERPERSON ANDRA CHAMBERLIN, CHAIR DISCUSS, CONSIDER AND VOTE ON AUHORIZING THE MAYOR TO ENTER INTO AN AGREEMENT TO REIMBURSE A PORTION OF THE DEMOLITION COSTS OF 130 WEST OLIVE STREET, CANTON, IL 61520. Mayor McDowell stated that this house has been a constant problem. Bob Ackerman and Drake Wilson have condemned it. The surrounding neighborhood has been wanting it gone for a long time. One of the neighbors bought the house that was lost to a bank. Chris Piper is the gentleman that purchased it. The Mayor went on to say Piper approached him and asked if the City would consider helping with the demolition. He went on to say that his proposal to council would be no more then $5000.00, which would come out of our commercial residential fund. Attorney Jump explained that this would be a reimbursement. Piper would have to show that everything is up to standard pertaining to a demolishment of a residence before reimbursement. Alderman Lovell recommended that the city agree to pay 50%, up to $5,000.00 of the demolition. Motion and second were made by Alderpersons Lovell/Chamberlin to approve the city reimbursement of 50% of the project, not to exceed $5000.00 subject to an agreement. ROLL CALL Yes No Absent Alderperson Gossett x Alderperson x Lingenfelter Alderperson Fritz x Alderperson Hale x Alderperson Grimm x Alderperson Lovell x Alderperson Nelson x Alderperson x Chamberlin The motion carried. DISCUSS, CONSIDER AND VOTE ON THE AMOUNTS OF MONEY, EXCLUSIVE OF ANY PORTION OF THE LEVY ATTRIBUTABLE TO THE COST OF CONDUCTING AN ELECTION REQUIRED BY THE GENERAL ELECTION LAW, ESTIMATED TO BE NECESSARY TO BE RAISED BY TAXATION UPON THE TAXABLE PROPERTY IN THE CITY OF CANTON’S TAXING DISTRICT. Attorney Jump explained that this is just the legal jargon from the statute about an estimate on the tax levy. Motion and second were made by Alderpersons Chamberlin/Lovell to recommend increasing the levy by 3%, $97,510.00 for a total of $3,339,735.00 beginning 05-01-2022 and ending 04-30-2023. ROLL CALL Yes No Absent Alderperson Gossett x Alderperson x Lingenfelter Alderperson Fritz x Alderperson Hale x Alderperson Grimm x Alderperson Lovell x Alderperson Nelson x Alderperson x Chamberlin The motion carried. DISCUSS, CONSIDER AND VOTE ON AN ORDINANCE LEVYING AND ASSESSING TAXES FOR CORPORATE PURPOSES OF THE CITY OF CANTON, ILLINOIS FOR THE FISCAL YEAR BEGINNING ST MAY 1, 2022 AND ENDING APRIL 30, 2023 (1 READING). LEGAL & ORDINANCE ALDERPERSON RALPH GRIMM, CHAIR DISCUSS, CONSIDER AND VOTE ON A RESOLUTION APPROVING A LEASE AGREEMENT WITH JASON ELWELL. Mayor McDowell said this pertains to the property that used for an outdoor café. This is a recurring lease agreement. Attorney Jump said he made a few language changes on the property tax issues. He expects that he will be getting a property tax bill for the lease hold interest on that property. Motion and second were made by Alderpersons Gossett/Hale to approve a lease agreement with Jason Elwell. ROLL CALL Yes No Absent Alderperson Gossett x Alderperson x Lingenfelter Alderperson Fritz x Alderperson Hale x Alderperson Grimm x Alderperson Lovell x Alderperson Nelson x Alderperson x Chamberlin The motion carried. DISCUSS, CONSIDER AND VOTE ON A LEASE AGREEMENT WITH MISSISSIPPI VALLEY REGIONAL BLOOD CENTER FOR USE OF DEPOT. Mayor McDowell stated that this has been an ongoing lease for years. Motion and second were made by Alderpersons Gossett/Lingenfelter to approve a lease agreement with Mississippi Valley Regional Blood Center for use of the Depot. ROLL CALL Yes No Absent Alderperson Gossett x Alderperson x Lingenfelter Alderperson Fritz x Alderperson Hale x Alderperson Grimm x Alderperson Lovell x Alderperson Nelson x Alderperson x Chamberlin The motion carried. NEGOTIATIONS, GRIEVANCE & PERSONNEL ALDERPERSON JUSTIN NELSON, CHAIR DISCUSS, CONSIDER AND VOTE ON HIRING ONE FIREFIGHTER TO REPLACE RETIRING FIREFIGHTER. Chief Roos stated that there is an upcoming retirement coming up. Lt. Clark Evans was hired back in November 28, 1999. He has put in for his effective retirement date to be as of January 02, 2023. The Chief said that the council’s vote allows them to start the process on a new hire. He explained that new hires can be a lengthy process due to background checks, psych evaluations and the physical. Motion and second were made by Alderpersons Gossett/Lingenfelter to approve the hiring of one firefighter to replace a retiring firefighter. ROLL CALL Yes No Absent Alderperson Gossett x Alderperson x Lingenfelter Alderperson Fritz x Alderperson Hale x Alderperson Grimm x Alderperson Lovell x Alderperson Nelson x Alderperson x Chamberlin The motion carried COMMUNITY & INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT ALDERPERSON JOHN LOVELL, CHAIR DISCUSS, CONSIDER AND VOTE ON A SPECIAL EVENT REQUEST FOR THE YMCA’S TURKEY TROT. This is an annual event that will take place on Thanksgiving morning. Motion and second were made by Alderpersons Lovell/Gossett to approve the Special Event request for the YMCA’s Turkey Trot. ROLL CALL Yes No Absent Alderperson Gossett x Alderperson x Lingenfelter Alderperson Fritz x Alderperson Hale x Alderperson Grimm x Alderperson Lovell x Alderperson Nelson x Alderperson x Chamberlin The motion carried SRPED UPDATE FROM EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, COLE MCDANIEL. Cole explained that there would be one item coming up which is the Jacob and Brooke Postin who bought the former antiques building on the east side square and have made significant improvements on the interior of the building on both commercial spaces and above in the water department unit. They have an amendment for their TIF agreement. That amendment is to add JBP LLC which is a new LLC that’s been formed by Jacob and Brooke just so that they can incur costs. PUBLIC WORKS, WATER & SEWER ALDERPERSON ANGIE LINGENFELTER, CHAIR DISCUSS, CONSIDER AND VOTE ON LIGHTING OPTIONS FOR LIBERTY STREET. Alderwoman Lingenfelter explained that this is the alley that runs east and west and the area being looked at is from the 800 to the 1100 block. She said that she has had numerous concerns and complaints because that alley is utilized by many children and adults and there is absolutely no street lights. She stated that her and Ronnie Robinson have looked at it and Ameren as well. Josh Singleton, a representative of Ameren stated there are a couple of different options to consider. The first would be to utilize the existing poles and set the lights at every other pole for a total of four lights at a cost of $6,050.00. Alternatively, they could set a light on every single pole. He stated that per Ameren’s policy they offer an incentive with this option with an upfront cost of $4,581.50. Attorney Jump asked Josh if there was more of a cost then the upfront cost. Josh explained that the city would pay the upfront cost and the city would be billed per light per month. To have the four lights it would be an additional $17.00 to $18.00 per month. He said for the seven lights we are looking at another $31.00. Motion and second were made by Alderpersons Lingenfelter/Lovell to approve option two lighting for Liberty Street in the amount of $4,581.50 for seven lights. ROLL CALL Yes No Absent Alderperson Gossett x Alderperson x Lingenfelter Alderperson Fritz x Alderperson Hale x Alderperson Grimm x Alderperson Lovell x Alderperson Nelson x Alderperson x Chamberlin The motion carried. DISCUSS, CONSIDER AND VOTE ON CAMERA RECOMMENDATIONS FROM IT COMMITTEE th of Joe Carruthers explained that the IT Committee got together on the 25 last month to discuss equipment components from two bids. Alderman Lovell said that the IT Committee has not met since that last meeting to determine a decision but his opinion was they should go with Seeko. Carruthers said that both Chiefs believed that would be the most compatible company to go with as well. He stated he would get a final number for cost so we could get an Ordinance drawn up. No action was taken. PUBLIC SAFETY & TRAFFIC ALDERPERSON ANGELA HALE, CHAIR STREETS AND GARBAGE ALDERPERSON JEFF FRITZ, CHAIR LAKE, BUILDINGS & GROUNDS ALDERPERSON GREG GOSSETT, CHAIR DISCUSS, CONSIDER AND VOTE ON HISTORIC DEPOT IMPROVEMENTS. Joe Carruthers stated that this topic was discussed last meeting with Carol Kohler. He explained that Alderman Fritz had requested a break down of the total project. He went on to say that the insurance company provides a grant reimbursement for safety. Carruthers provided council with an itemized list of projects. $26,500.00 is the total cost of project with $28,000.00. Motion and second were made by Alderpersons Gossett/Lovell to approve funds allowing the Mayor not to exceed $28,597.00 that is being reimbursed from IPRF and to the extent required we are waiving competitive bidding requirements in the public interest. ROLL CALL Yes No Absent Alderperson Gossett x Alderperson x Lingenfelter Alderperson Fritz x Alderperson Hale x Alderperson Grimm x Alderperson Lovell x Alderperson Nelson x Alderperson x Chamberlin Mayor McDowell x The motion carried. MAYOR COMMUNICATION OLD BUSINESS NEW BUSINESS ADJOURNMENT Motion and second were made by Alderpersons Hale/Lovell to adjourn without the need for executive session. ROLL CALL Yes No Absent Alderperson Gossett x Alderperson x Lingenfelter Alderperson Fritz x Alderperson Hale x Alderperson Grimm x Alderperson Lovell x Alderperson Nelson x Alderperson x Chamberlin The motion carried. _________________________________________________________________ Andi Smith-Walters, Acting City Clerk _________________________________________________________________ Kent McDowell, Mayor