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CANTON CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
TUESDAY, DECEMBER 06, 2022 at 6:30 p.m.
Historic Depot-Donald E. Edwards Way
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50 North 4 Avenue, Canton IL 61520
A regular meeting of the Canton City Council was held on December 06, 2022 (6:30pm) at the
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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, City Engineer Keith Plavec
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 Grimm
x
Alderperson Lovell
x
Alderperson Nelson
x
Alderperson x
Chamberlin
ADDITIONS OR CORRECTIONS TO THE AGENDA
Mayor McDowell said he wanted to move legal and ordinance to the end and move the
proclamation-Boomer Grigsby Day to the beginning.
The Mayor went on to read the Proclamation dedicated to Boomer Grigsby to declare
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December 6 officially, “Boomer Grigsby Day”. Boomer was being inducted into the College
Football Hall of Fame in Las Vegas on this same evening.
CONSENT AGENDA
APPROVAL OF THE COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES HELD JULY 19, 2022
Motion and second were made by Alderpersons Nelson/Hale to approve the consent agenda.
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.
COMMITTEE REPORTS:
FINANCE
ALDERPERSON ANDRA CHAMBERLIN, CHAIR
DISCUSS, CONSIDER AND VOTE ON A PAYMENT FOR SPRAY PATCHING CITY STREETS BY ACE IN
THE HOLE, INC. IN THE AMOUNT OF $55,625.00 OUT OF THE MFT ACCOUNT.
Keith Plavec, City Engineer stated that this is an annual ongoing contract.
Motion and second were made by Alderpersons Nelson/Chamberlin to approve spray patching
city streets by Ace In The Hole, Inc in the amount of $55,625.00 out of MFT account.
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 ELECTRIC RENEWAL OPTIONS FOR THE CITY OF CANTON.
The City of Canton’s electric contract with AEP is expiring this month which, is for city owned
property such as street lights, government owned buildings, etc. The recommendation was to
go with a twelve-month fixed price contract with constellation.
Motion and second were made by Alderpersons Chamberlin/Nelson to approve a twelve-month
contract with Constellation upon review of contract.
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 AUTHORIZING THE SALE OF A 2009 PIERCE
VELOCITY FIRE ENGINE (ENGINE 3).
The discussion was to sell the fire engine for no less than $85,000.00.
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Motion and second were made by Alderpersons Chamberlin/Nelson to waive the 1 reading.
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.
Motion and second were made by Alderpersons Chamberlin/Nelson to the Ordinance
authorizing the sale of the 2009 Pierce Velocity Fire Engine (Engine 3) for not less than
$85,000.00.
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.
LEGAL & ORDINANCE
ALDERPERSON RALPH GRIMM, CHAIR
DISCUSS, CONSIDER AND VOTE ON AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING A LEASE OF MUNICIPALLY
OWNED REAL PROPERTY LOCATED AT 25891 N. WELDONS ROAD.
Motion and second were made by Alderpersons Grimm/Lovell to approve an ordinance
authorizing a lease of municipally owned real property located at 25891 N. Weldon Road.
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 APPROVING AND AUTHORIZING THE
EXECUTION OF FIRST AMENDMENT TO THE TIF REDEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT BY AND
BETWEEN THE CITY OF CANTON, FULTON COUNTY, ILLINOIS AND JACOB POSTIN AND BROOKE
POSTIN.
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Mayor McDowell stated that this is the 2 reading.
Motion and second were made by Alderpersons to
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.
Mayor McDowell asked to adjourn into executive session. The council will return to the regular
council meeting after the executive session.
Motion and second were made by Alderpersons Nelson/Chamberlin to go into executive session
for 5ILCS 120/2 C11
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
CITY OF CANTON
RECONVENED COUNCIL MEETING
HISTORIC DEPOT-DONALD E. EDWARDS WAY
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50 NORTH 4 AVENUE
12-06-2022
8:55 P.M.
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
DISCUSS, CONSIDER AND VOTE ON A RESOLUTION APPROVING A SETTLEMENT AGREEMENT
AND MUTUAL RELEASE WITH NAVISTAR, INC.
Motion and second were made by Alderpersons Grimm/Nelson to approve a settlement
agreement and mutual release with Navistar, Inc.
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 OR RESOLUTION APPROVING AN
AGREEMENT TO AMEND A REDEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT FOR THE FORMER INTERNATIONAL
HARVESTER SITE BETWEEN THE CITY OF CANTON, ILLINOIS AND COOK CANTON
INCORPORATED, DATED JUNE 5, 2009, AND TO ESTABLISH THE CITY OF CANTON’S
REMEDIATION REIMBURSEMENT OBLIGATIONS TO COOK CANTON INCORPORATED, COOK
CANTON REAL ESTATE, LLC, AND /OR OTHER COOK ENTITIES FOR THE FORMER
INTERNATIONAL HARVESTER SITE.
Motion and second were made by Alderpersons Nelson/Chamberlin to waive the first reading.
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
Motion and second were made by Alderpersons Grimm/Nelson to approve an Ordinance to
approve an agreement to amend a redevelopment agreement for the former international
harvester site between the city of canton, Illinois and cook canton incorporated, dated June 5,
2009, and to establish the city of Canton’s remediation reimbursement obligations to cook
canton incorporated, Cook International Harvester site.
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 AN ADDITIONAL OFFICER TO CREATE A SECOND
SCHOOL RESOURCE OFFICER.
Police chief, Eveland explained that he has been in negotiations with School Superintendent
DeRenzy. They feel that it is in the best interest of the children and employees to add more
security presence. This would enhance the safety of the schools.
There was discussion about the increased violence by students that has been going on.
After much discussion, council decided to table the item.
COMMUNITY & INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT
ALDERPERSON JOHN LOVELL, CHAIR
PUBLIC WORKS, WATER & SEWER
ALDERPERSON ANGIE LINGENFELTER, CHAIR
PUBLIC SAFETY & TRAFFIC
ALDERPERSON ANGELA HALE, CHAIR
DISCUSS, CONSIDER AND VOTE ON AN ORDINANCE WAIVING COMPETITIVE BIDDING
REQUIREMENTS AND AUTHORIZING THE PURCHASE OF CAMERAS AND SECURITY UPGRADES
FROM SEICO, INC.
These upgrades are for City Hall, the boat dock, the north and south boat ramp, wtp, park
cameras and fire department. The total amount for this is $93,840.05.
Motion and second were made by Alderpersons Hale/Lovell to waive the first reading.
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
Motion and second were made by Alderpersons Hale/Nelson to approve an ordinance waiving
competitive bidding requirements and authorizing the purchase of cameras and other security
upgrades from Seico, Inc with cannabis funds and the departments affected by the security
upgrades to the extent not covered by the grant funds.
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
STREETS AND GARBAGE
ALDERPERSON JEFF FRITZ, CHAIR
DISCUSS, CONSIDER AND VOTE ON THE FOLLOWING ITEMS FOR THE LAKELAND PARK ROAD
CULVERT EXTENSION:
a. Approval of a Local Public Agency Formal Contract with Illinois Civil
Contractors, Inc.
Motion and second were made by Alderpersons Fritz/Nelson to approve a local public agency
formal contract with Illinois Civil Contractors, Inc.
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
b. Resolution for Improvement Under the Illinois Highway Code (for construction
inspection of the extension of the existing multi-place pipe arch carrying
Lakeland Park Place over Big Creek in the City of Canton in Fulton County);
Motion and second were made by Alderpersons Fritz/Nelson to approve a Resolution for
Improvement under the Illinois Highway Code (for construction inspection of the extension of
the existing multi-place pipe arch carrying Lakeland Park Place over Big Creek Park in the City of
Canton in Fulton County);
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
c. Resolution for Improvement Under the Illinois Highway Code (for extension of
the existing multi-plate pipe arch over Big Creek);
Motion and second were made by Alderpersons Fritz/Lingenfelter to approve a Resolution for
improvement under the Illinois Highway Code (for extension of existing multi-plate pipe arch over
Big Creek)
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
d. Approval of a Request for Expenditure/Authorization of Motor Fuel Tax Funds
(Motor Fuel Tax Amount: $459,575.57);
Motion and second were made by Alderpersons Fritz/Nelson to approve a request for
expenditure/authorization of motor fuel tax funds (Motor Fuel Tax Amount: $459,575.57)
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
e. Approval of a Local Public Agency Engineering Services Agreement with
Maurer-Stutz, Inc.; and
Motion and second were made by Alderpersons Gossett/Nelson to approve a local public agency
agreement with Maurer-Stutz, Inc. and
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
f. Authorizing Mayor to execute Award Justification Letter to Kensil Garnett,
P.E., Region 3 Engineer.
Motion and second were made by Alderpersons Fritz/Nelson to authorize Mayor to execute
award justification letter to Kensil Garnett, P.E., Region 3 Engineer.
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 FOLLOWING ITEMS FOR THE CASS PLACE BRIDGE
REPLACEMENT:
a. Approval of a Local Public Agency Formal Contract with Otto Baum Company,
Inc.;
Motion and second were made by Alderpersons Fritz/Nelson to approve a local public agency
contract with Otto Baum Company, Inc.
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
b. Resolution for Improvement Under the Illinois Highway Code (for construction
inspection of the replacement of the structure carrying Cass Place over Big
Creek in the City of Canton);
Motion and second were made by Alderpersons Fritz/Nelson to approve a Resolution for
improvement under the Illinois Highway Code (for construction inspection of the replacement of
the structure carrying Cass Place over Big Creek in the City of Canton).
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
c. Resolution for Improvement Under the Illinois Highway Code (for replacement
of a 2-span deck beam with a 3-span R.C. slab bridge);
Motion and second were made by Alderpersons Fritz/Nelson to approve a Resolution for
Improvement under the Illinois Highway Code (for replacement of a 2-span deck beam with a 3-
span R.C. slab bridge).
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
d. Approval of a Request for Expenditure/Authorization of Motor Fuel Tax Funds
(Motor Fuel Tax Amount: $178,648.52, Rebuild Illinois Amount: $969,051.58);
and
Motion and second were made by Alderpersons Fritz/Nelson to approve a Request for
Expenditure/Authorization of Motor Fuel Tax Funds (Motor Fuel Tax Amount: $178,648.52,
Rebuild Illinois Amount: $969,051.58).
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
e. Approval of a Local Public Agency Engineering Services Agreement with
Maurer-Stutz, Inc.
Motion and second were made by Alderpersons Fritz/Nelson to approve a local public agency
engineering services agreement with Maurer-Stutz, Inc.
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
LAKE, BUILDINGS & GROUNDS
ALDERPERSON GREG GOSSETT, CHAIR
MAYOR COMMUNICATION
OLD BUSINESS
NEW BUSINESS
ADJOURNMENT
Motion and second were made by Alderpersons Nelson/Chamberlin to adjourn.
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.
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Andi Walters, Acting City Clerk
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Kent McDowell, Mayor