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HomeMy WebLinkAbout11-26-1991 Mechanical Mechanical Committee City Council Chambers November 26, 1991 6:30 P.M. Members Present: Harry Steck, Dave Barnett, Dick Coay, Jim May Others Present: Don Edwards, Jim Matmgren, Clif O'Brien, Ray McKinney, Gary Orwig, P,~ike Elam, George Spahn, Bob Molleck, Bob DeRenzy, Larry Sarff, Chris Spears, Ross Gardiner, Don Hopper, Gladys Young Public Works - Water & Sewer Committee Jim May, Chairman Jim May addressed the Committee concerning a high sewer bill. He stated that Mr. Paul Robinson of 925 South 7th Avenue receives a bill of sewer only. Jim stated that the $17.78 amount seemed to be high and wanted to know how he could get a sewer bill when he does not have water. Ray McKinney stated that he would have to check into the bill and asked Mr. Robinson to come into the office in the morning. No action was necessary by the Committee. Ray McKinney asked the Committee's consideration in continuing with the exchange program with Badger Meter. Ray stated that the price is the same as before. A motion was made by Jim May and seconded by Dick Coay recommending continuance of the program with Badger meter. Voice vote. Motion carried. Repairs to the flat bed was discussed next. Ray McKinney stated that part of the carburetor has broken off and fell into the motor. Ray stated that this was more of an informational item than a request for repairs. He stated that Rick will be tearing the motor down to look at the damage. This item was tabled until further information is available on the repair costs. Ray McKinney addressed the Committee concerning problems with shut off valves. He stated that there are several cases where more than one residence is hooked on to the same line. When the water department goes out to shut a customer off for non-payment and more than residence is hooked to the service line, both houses are shut off. He asked the Committee's consideration in allowing him to hire a plumber to repair the shut offs. He stated that normally when there is a problem, the owner is notified to repair the problem or the city will repair and bill for the labor and materials. At the point, the System Maintenance department repairs the problem. Ray stated that they have been busy and would like to hire a plumber to do the work, the city pay the plumber and bill the homeowner. Discussion followed concerning the property owners responsibility for maintaining and/or having a shut off on their line. A motion was made by Jim May and seconded by Dick Coay to allow Ray McKinney to have the option to hire a plumber to repair and/or install shut offs if System Maintenance personnel are unavailable. Discussion. Voice vote. 2 ayes, 2 nays. Mayor Edwards stated that a contractor should do contractor's work and Ray is here looking for policy. The matter was referred to the City Council for consideration. Clif O'Brien addressed the Committee with a request to renew the city's lease of the backhoe for an additional year at the rate of $4,950 per year. A motion was made by Harry Steck and seconded by Dick Coay recommending renewal of the lease for one year. Voice vote. Motion carried. No further business was discussed and the Public Works - Water and Sewer Committee was adjourned. Streets & Garbage Committee Richard Coay, CHairman The first item on the agenda was a presentation by Peoria Disposal Company. Lynn Eich addressed the Committee stating the the state has more stringent regulations than the federal regulations. Ron Edwards outlined some of the changes in the laws governing the operations of landfills. Royal Coulter outlined the various services PDC offers to municipalities such as: transfer stations, recycling, transportation, planning and disposal of refuse. The Committee discussed the status of the Fulton County Landfill. Mayor Edwards suggested a separate night be scheduled to hear proposals from various interested parties. He stated that Leroy Brown of Macomb, Gallatin National, Tazewell County as well as Peoria Disposal Company have all shown interest in obtaining additional landfill customers. Committee agreed to schedule additional time for the presentations and discussions. No action was taken at this time. No further business was discussed and the Streets and Garbage Committee was adjourned. Lake, Buildings & Grounds Committee David Barnett, Chairman Ray McKinney addressed the Committee with a request to purchase steel roofing for the bath houses and the campground. He stated that cost is approximately $1200. Discussion followed. A motion was made by Harry Steck and seconded by Jim May to allow the expenditure but not to purchase the material until needed. Voice vote. Motion carried. Larry Sarff asked if Ray was looking at having the beach open next sunnier and how it would be run - the city would hire personnel, hire a manager, or let it out for bids. Ray stated that he would be bringing a rate structure to the Committee after the first of the year for discussion and consideration. Ray addressed the Committee concerning a problem at the lake. He stated that he has received complaints concerning sewage in the lake and residents raking leaves and grass in the lake. He stated that following one instance, he contacted the Health Department but no response was received. He asked if there were provisions which allowed the Police Department to issue tickets. Jim F,~almgren stated that the Police Department has jurisdiction over city owned property outside the city limits the same as inside the city limits. Mike Elam stated that manpower would be the main problem. Discussion followed. Harry Steck made a motion to have Mike Elam and Ray McKinney review the ordinances to enforce violations at the lake with a review with the City Attorney. Seconded by Dave Barnett. Voice vote. Notion carried. Mayor Edwards presented a pay estimate from Pollitt Mobile Concrete in the amount of $1,860.50 for the downtown sidewalks. He stated that he has instructed Clif O'Brien to talk with Ed Pollitt on the possibility, weather permitting, in replacing the walk in front of the Beckner building before the first of the year. Mr. Beckner has leased the building. A motion was made by Dave Barnett and seconded by Jim May recommending payment of the pay estimate for Pollitt Mobile Concrete in the amount of $1,860.50. Voice vote. Motion carried. No further business was discussed and the Lake, Buildings and Grounds Committee was adjourned. Public Safety & Traffic Committee Harry Steck, Chairman The first item was the fire report. Bob DeRenzy stated that the report was self-explanatory. No action was necessary by the Committee. The police report was next. Mike Elam stated that the report speaks for itself. No action was necessary by the Committee. Harry informed the Committee that Howard was not able to attend the meeting. A request for three persons to attend a class for amateur radio operations at a cost of $40.00 was requested in the ESNIA report. This would provide licenses for operations in case of emergencies. A motion was made by Harry Steck to allow the expenditure. Seconded by Dave Barnett. Voice vote. Motion carried. Bob DeRenzy addressed the Committee concerning the rescue vehicle. He stated that he has the specifications ready for a new chassis and rescue box. He requested permission to advertise and receive/open the bids at the Mechanical Committee meeting of December 23rd. A motion was made by Dave Barnett and seconded by Dick Coay to put the rescue vehicle specifications out for bid with the opening to be at the December 23rd meeting. Voice vote. Motion carried. At this time Harry Steck made a motion to convene in executive session for the purpose of personnel. Seconded by Dave Barnett. Discussion. Mayor Edwards stated that Jim Malmgren submitted his resignation orally effective when his license is suspended. He stated that he has not accepted it in writing. He stated that he opposed the executive session for discussion of the city attorney and no criminal action has been done and feels that the discussion should be in open session. Larry Sarff stated he would rather discuss the matter in open session. Jim May stated that they had talked about this last week. He feels that if they hire anybody and they are not doing their job, fire him. The recent events were outside the work for the city. Voice vote. Motion carried. Executive session minutes are on file for review. The Committee reconvened in open session. Harry stated that no action resulted from the executive session. A motion was made by Dave Barnett and seconded by Jim Play to reschedule the Mechanical Committee meeting to December 23rd due to the holiday. Voice vote. Motion carried. At this time Bob DeRenzy addressed the Committee. He stated that the five department heads (he, Clif O'Brien, Gary Orwig, Mike Elam and George Spahn) waited for the executive session to be over in order to address the Committee. He stated that while speaking for all of them, they feel this is the time they should support everyone and try to get along. They wanted Jim Malmgren to know that they support him and wanted him to know that and if there is anything they can do, they are willing to do it. Jimf'~Aalmgren stated he appreciated the support and it meant alot to him. No further business was discussed and the Public Safety and Traffic Committee was adjourned. Kayma Duncan - Committee Secretary