HomeMy WebLinkAbout02-14-2012 Clerical Committee Minutes CLERICAL COMMITTEE
TUESDAY FEBRUARY 14 2012- 6:30 P.M.
DONALD E. EDWARDS WAY
50 NORTH 4T" AVENUE CANTON IL 61520
Aldermen in attendance: Dave Pickel, Jim Hartford, leff Fritz, Eric Schenck, Craig West, and
Gerald Ellis
Staff in attendance: Mayor Kevin Meade, City Clerk Diana Pavley, City Treasurer Nicole
Marter, City Attorney Chrissie Peterson, Police Chief Dan Taylor, Fire Chief Keith Frank, Joe
Ginger Video Services. SRPED Mark Rothert
In the audience: Phil Fleming, Missy Towery
News Media- John Froehling from Daily Ledger.
FINANCE
ALDERMAN CRAIG WEST, CHAIRMAN
1ANUARY CHECK REGISTER
A new format for the bill list was presented this month by Treasurer Nicole Marter.
Motion and second were made by Aldermen West/Pickel to send the bills to Council for
consideration.
The motion carried by voice vote and was unanimous.
TREASURER'S REPORT
Treasurer Nicole Marter reported the available cash of 3.9 million dollars at the end of January.
The total investments were 5.9 million dollars at the end of January. The budget comparison
report reflects a$89,797.00 gain in the general fund at the end of January, however the YTD
loss was $97,357.00. The water and sewer fund gain at the end of January was $153,916.00
The YTD gain was $988,557.00. Page 7 reflects the revolving loan with Katy and Tory's as being
paid in full that was not scheduled to be paid until September 2012. The other two loans have
been assessed late fees along with a 9.0% interest rate for the remainder of the loan.
Motion and second were made by Aldermen West/Fritz to send the Treasurer's report to
Council for consideration.
The motion carried by voice vote and was unanimous.
SPENDING AUTHORIZATION/PURCHASING POLICY
Treasurer Nicole Marter presented the following purchasing policy. The increase in the
spending limits will help ensure timely payment on emergency situations.
The purpose of this document is to provide a purchasing policy and procedure as guidance for
the City of Canton's operating departments in procuring goods and services. This policy is
intended for use by City personnel as a general reference and will be revised for departmental
distribution as policies and procedures require revisions or clarification. The policies and
procedures set forth in the manual are meant to serve as guidelines and will not be applicable
to every purchasing situation that may arise. When purchases that are not covered by this
manual are necessary, they should be made in accordance with the objectives outlined below.
1. Purchasing services, commodities, materials, and equipment of sufficient quality at the
most economical price available and which best meet the needs of the City;
2. Purchasing in an open, forthright, and ethical manner;
3. Purchasing in a manner which will comply with all local, state, and federal laws; and
4. Purchasing in a timely manner so that services, commodities, materials, and equipment
are available when needed.
Purchasing Function and Responsibilities:
Sections 8-9-1 and 8-9-2 of the Illinois Municipal Code (65 ILCS 5/8-9-1) establish the
dollar value for requiring sealed bids for public works contracts and municipal supplies. The
City Council may by a 2/3 majority vote waive bids and negotiate purchases. The City currently
utilizes the State threshold for sealed bids. Effective August 5, 2005, Public Act 94-0435
increased the municipal bid threshold from $10,000 to $20,000.
City Ordinance 1845 Redefined the Spending Authority of the Mayor and Department
Heads as follows: Section 1. That the following amounts shall be the maximum
amounts of city funds which may be expended by the listed officials on official business
for the city without prior council approval:
Mayor $1,500.00 ***Recommendation $10,000
Department Heads $1,000.00 ***Recommendation $5,000
City Ordinance 1986 Article 1-16-3 of the Canton City Code states as follows: "Powers
and Duties: The City Administrator shall be responsible to Mayor for proper
administration of all affairs of the city. In discharging this responsibility the City
Administrator shall, as directed by the mayor: (A) Supervise and coordinate the
administrative function of all departments, offices and agencies of the city... (FJ
Coordinate activities between the departments to ensure efficient utilization of
resources and maximize interdependent coordination. (M) Oversee the operations of
the City Administration department providinq assistance when needed."
Procedure:
The Mayor and each Department Head shall be responsible for purchasing items up to their
respective limits while following these prescribed procedures for his/her department. All
purchases much meet department requirements and are to be purchased at competitive prices.
It is the desire of the City to purchase from Canton vendors whenever possible. This can be
accomplished by insuring that local vendors who have goods and services available which are
needed by the City are included in the competitive shopping process which will precede most
purchases. The City has a responsibility to its residents, however, to insure that the maximum
value is obtained for each public dollar spent. It is assumed that local vendors who wish to do
business with the City will offer the lowest possible quote for the item being purchased.
The City Purchase Order Form must be completed and signed by the Department Head by
entering the necessary data under the procedures established in this policy. In order to insure
expeditious processing for purchase order it is important that all forms are completed
accurately by the requisitioning department.
Purchases and Contracts Under $1,000
Items and contracts $1,000 or less are not subject to any bid/proposal requirements and
shall be at the discretion of the Department Head or his/her designee to determine if the
price is fair and equitable. However, as time allows price comparisons may be obtained.
When items purchased are of a varying nature and quantity, as is the case with office
supplies and auto parts, standard discounts will be negotiated with several suppliers.
Purchases and Contracts Between $1,000 and $5,000
Items and contracts in excess of $1,000 but less than $5,000 may be purchased after
obtaining two or more verbal price quotations. These quotations may be obtained via
telephone or in person from the vendors and must be submitted on a Price Inquiry Form
with the Purchase Order Form.
Purchases and Contracts Between $5,000 and $10,000
Items and contracts in excess of $5,000 up to $10,000 may be obtained after receiving two
or more written quotations when and where possible (or if the situation dictates, oral
quotes, followed by vendor written confirmation). A quotation that is submitted via a
facsimile machine by the bidder shall meet this requirement. These quotes must be
submitted with the Purchase Order Form.
Considerations for Purchases Less Than $10,000 Per Item:
Purchase standard "off the shelf" items rather than special or custom made products.
Whenever practicable, buy in quantities which are standard, (i.e.: a dozen, a full carton,
etc.) to realize better prices. Also, care should be taken to consider the shelf life of the item
needed.
Generally speaking, when making purchases less than $10,000 per item, the specifications,
terms and conditions, and other requirements are usually simplified compared to formal
competitive bidding. This method of purchasing saves staff time when compared to the
process required for formal bidding.
Purchases and Contracts Over $10,000 Per Item
Formal bids/proposals are designed to protect the interest of the bidder, as well as the City
of Canton and to do away with favoritism by reinforcing the concepts of openness and
impartiality.
The following guidelines shall be followed when soliciting for purchases and contracts in
excess of $10,000 per item:
1. Bids/Proposals - Services, Commodities, Materials, or Equipment in Excess of
$10,000
Except as otherwise specified, all services, commodities, materials, or equipment that
cost in excess of $10,000 shall require solicitation of competitive bids/proposals. This
process may be waived in emergencies or where it is impracticable.
2. Advertisement for Bids/Proposals
Where required by state or local law or this policy, the City shall advertise by invitation
or publication in newspaper or trade journals for sealed bids/proposals for any
proposed work, materials, commodities, or equipment. Such advertisement shall be
inserted not less than 10 days or more than 30 days before the date set for opening
bids/proposals. The notice for bids/proposals need give only a general description
and/or plans and specifications shall be on file in the Administrative Office for
inspection. The advertisement may call for each bid to be accompanied by a cashier's or
certified check or bid bond in an amount equal up to 10 percent of the bid, to secure
said bid. However, there shall be no duty on the part of the City, or its employees, to
convert said check or bond into cash, and the bidder shall accept all responsibility for
failure of the bank to pay or honor sums.
Said bids/proposals shall be opened by the City Clerk and reported to the City
Administrator, the Mayor, and City Council. The contract shall be let to the lowest
responsible bidder, except that all bids/proposals may be rejected and any
advertisement shall so state.
It should be noted that if only one bid/proposal is received a contract may still be
awarded. Care must be taken to make sure the bid/proposal meets all statutory
procedures and that the price received is fair and reasonable. This will help avoid any
claims of impropriety.
In the event of a tie between two vendors, the contract will be awarded after taking into
consideration such factors as past performance of the vendor, locality, delivery time,
and any other factors deemed appropriate.
Public Works Contracts in Excess of $10,000
1. Bids/Proposals - Public Works Contracts Between $10,000 and $20,000
Contracts in excess of $10,000 up to $20,000 may be obtained after receiving two or
more written quotations when and where possible (or if the situation dictates, oral
quotes, followed by vendor written confirmation). A quotation that is submitted via a
facsimile machine by the bidder shall meet this requirement. These quotes must be
submitted with the check requisition form.
2. Bids/Proposals - Public Works Contracts in Excess of $20,000
Section 8-9-1 of the Illinois Municipal Code requires that a municipality go out to bid for
any work or other public improvement which is not to be paid for in whole or in part by
special assessment or special taxation when the expense thereof shall exceed $20,000
(65 ILCS 5/8-9-1). The municipality must let the contract to the lowest responsibility
bidder in manner and form as is prescribed by Ordinance, except that any such contract
may be entered into without advertising for bids by a vote of two-thirds of the Trustees
elected. Whenever, the requirement for advertising for bids is waived by the City
Council Members, the reason for the waiver must be stated publicly. Acceptable
reasons for waiver of the bid requirements include but are not limited to:
a. an emergency purchase;
b. only one vendor available;
c. equipment standardization;
d. the technical nature of the item makes competition impractical;
e. use of joint governmental purchasing program;
f. intergovernmental cooperation governing public improvement projects; or
g. competitive unit prices from a previously awarded contract.
3. Bids/Proposals - Public Works Contracts in Excess $100,000
Contracts in excess of $100,000 follow the same rules as contracts in excess of $20,000,
but the contract has to be awarded to a company that participates in an approved BAT
(Bureau of Apprenticeship Training) program, as per Resolution No 3748.
4. Advertisement for Bids/Proposals
Where required by state or local law or this policy, the City shall advertise by invitation
or publication in newspaper or trade journals for sealed bids/proposals for any
proposed work, materials, commodities, or equipment. Such advertisement shall be
inserted not less than 10 days or more than 30 days before the date set for opening
bids/proposals. The notice for bids/proposals need give only a general description
and/or plans and specifications shall be on file in the Administrative Office for
inspection. The advertisement may call for each bid to be accompanied by a cashier's or
certified check or bid bond in an amount equal up to 10 percent of the bid, to secure
said bid. However, there shall be no duty on the part of the City, or its employees, to
convert said check or bond into cash, and the bidder shall accept all responsibility for
failure of the bank to pay or honor sums.
Said bids/proposals shall be opened by the department head and reported to the City
Administrator, the Mayor, and the City Council. The contract shall be awarded to the
lowest responsible bidder, except that all bids/proposals may be rejected and any
advertisement shall so state.
It should be noted that if only one bid/proposal is received a contract may still be
awarded. Care must be taken to make sure the bid/proposal meets all statutory
procedures and that the price received is fair and reasonable. This will help avoid any
claims of impropriety.
In the event of a tie between two vendors, the contract will be awarded after taking into
consideration such factors as past performance of the vendor, locality, delivery time,
and any other factors deemed appropriate.
Emergency Purchases
Emergency purchases are made to protect public health, safety, and welfare that are
threatened due to an event that has occurred or may soon occur. An emergency purchase
shall be considered to be warranted when the purchase of supplies, equipment, or services
is necessary to maintain continuation of vital City services.
When an emergency exists, the Department Head or his/her designee should inform the
City Administrator or his/her designee not later than noon of the work day following the
emergency purchase as to what was required to correct the emergency situation.
While the need for occasional emergency purchases is recognized, this practice shall be
discouraged as much as possible. On-going materials and services utilized by the City
should never be considered as an emergency purchase. Poor planning, inaccurate usage
history, and inadequate forecasting, however, are often responsible for expedited
purchases and are not bona fide emergency situations. Planning in advance for the needs
of the department is the key to avoiding emergency purchases.
Emergency purchases are normally costly and should be kept to a minimum. They are
usually made hurriedly, on a non-competitive basis and at premium prices. Most vendors
charge a premium when goods must be obtained immediately. By avoiding emergency
orders, the City will save money.
Petty Cash Purchases
A petty cash fund has been established to expedite miscellaneous small purchases. The use
of petty cash funds is authorized for reimbursement purposes. Petty cash funds should not
exceed a single purchase amount of $50 unless previously authorized by the City
Administrator, City Treasurer, or City Comptroller.
Use of petty cash is intended for convenience and/or unforeseen purchases. It is not
intended to circumvent the established purchasing procedures or to avoid proper planning
of activities. Petty cash should be limited to:
1. The purchase of items which are not ordinarily on hand in the City.
2. The payment of handling or C.O.D. charges for goods delivered.
3. Small purchases that must be made in a timely fashion.
In order to receive reimbursement, it is mandatory to present a receipt obtained from the
vendor and complete a Petty Cash Slip. Petty cash is available from the City Treasurer or
the City Comptroller.
Credit Card Purchases
Prior to any employee receiving a City credit card, the employee is required to sign a
Cardholder Agreement form.
When purchases are made on any City credit card, an itemized receipt must be attached to
the statement in order for the City Treasurer/City Comptroller to process the payment. If a
receipt is not available, a Missing Receipt Statement must be filled out and signed by the
Department Head prior to submitting to the City Treasurer/City Comptroller. If not
approved by the Department Head, the employee is responsible for paying the total amount
of the purchase.
The City credit card may not be used for the following purchases:
• Meals and related expenses while cardholder is in a per diem travel status
• Alcohol or any substance, material or service which violates policy, law or
regulations pertaining to the City of Canton
• Personal expenses
• Cash advances
• Prescription drugs/controlled substances
• Equipment with a trade-in
• Any purchase that is prohibited by current City purchasing policies and procedures
Only the approved cardholder may use the City credit card. Use by anyone other than the
cardholder is prohibited. The card is NOT transferable between cardholders or
departments.
Purchasing card transaction must not be split to divide a larger purchase, which is over the
cardholder's single purchase limit.
The cardholder shall retain a copy of the original itemized charge slip/receipt or invoice for
all goods and services purchased, and any other information related to the purchase. These
items need to be forwarded on to the Department Head as soon as possible for inclusion
with their monthly report.
It is the responsibility of the cardholder to attempt to resolve any disputes with a vendor. If
a resolution is not possible, the cardholder should report the problem to the Department
Head and the City Treasurer/City Comptroller.
The cardholder is responsible for reporting the loss/theft of the card immediately to Wells
Fargo (1-800-231-5511), the Department Head, City Administrator and the City
Treasurer/City Comptroller.
Employees using their own credit cards to make purchases on the City's behalf should
follow the same guidelines stated above. Employees should not use their own credit cards
unless it is an emergency situation or they have prior approval from their Department Head.
To the degree practicable, City issued credit cards shall be utilized.
Misuse of the card is considered a violation that could result in disciplinary action. If it is
determined that a card has been used inappropriately, the card will be immediately
cancelled and a full reimbursement for those charges will be made to the City.
Expenditure Reimbursement Guidelines
Employees must complete an Expense Report Form with attach itemized receipts and
obtain Department Head approval. If a receipt is not available, a Missing Receipt Statement
must be filled out and signed by the Department Head prior to submitting to the City
Treasurer/City Comptroller. If not approved by the Department Head, the employee is
responsible for paying the total amount of the purchase. The Department Head needs to
submit a Purchase Order with the Expense Report Form and itemized receipts to the City
Treasurer/City Comptroller to process the payment.
The City will not reimburse the following expenses:
• Meals and related expenses while cardholder is in a per diem travel status
• Alcohol or any substance, material or service which violates policy, law or
regulations pertaining to the City of Canton
• Personal expenses
• Prescription drugs/controlled substances
• Equipment with a trade-in
• Any purchase that is prohibited by current City purchasing policies and procedures
Travel Expenses
Reimbursable travel expenses include only those expenses incurred while traveling on
official City business.
Mileage
Employees utilizing personal vehicles shall carry their own insurance with business use
protection. The employee's personal vehicle insurance coverage is considered primary.
Google Maps will be used to determine mileage among all points of travel. All vicinity
mileage must be justified with an explanation on the Expense Report Form. Employees are
still expected to record beginning and ending odometer readings for exact mileage in the
event of a traffic detour. Mileage reimbursement will be refunded at a rate of $0.55 per
mile (effective July 1, 2011).
Meals
To be eligible for a meal reimbursement while traveling on official business, the employee
must be in travel status for more than three (3) hours within the meal time frame and be a
distance of at least 10 miles from headquarters or home, whichever is closer. In the event
that meals are included in a registration fee, no meal allowance should be claimed for that
meal. An itemized receipt is required to obtain reimbursement. Alcohol is NOT
reimbursable.
Registration Fees
If lodging and/or meals are included in the registration fee, the lodging and meal expense
cannot be claimed for reimbursement. Whenever lodging and/or meals are included in a
conference or registration fee, they must be noted on the Expense Report Form.
Miscellaneous Expenses
Miscellaneous business expenses associated with travel are reimbursable. Individual
expense items MUST be supported by paid itemized receipts. All miscellaneous expenses
are reported in the Expense Reimbursement (For items other than travel expenses to be
reimbursed) section the Expense Report Form and must be explained in the space provided
at the bottom of the form with sufficient information to be verified. Examples of allowable
miscellaneous expenses include: needed work supplies purchased on an emergency basis,
taxi fares, business telephone calls, etc. Miscellaneous expenses do NOT include tips and
taxes on meals.
If a receipt is not available, a Missing Receipt Statement must be filled out and signed by the
Department Head prior to submitting to the City Treasurer/City Comptroller. If not
approved by the Department Head, the employee will not receive reimbursement.
Educational Reimbursement
The City shall reimburse the employee for tuition and books required for attending any job
related course or for attending any course required for a job related degree, in the amount
not reimbursed by other agencies, provided the Mayor and the Department Head approve
such in advance. The employee must fill out an Educational Reimbursement form prior to
the beginning of the course. The above requirement would be contingent upon the
successful completion of such a course. Successful completion is obtaining a grade of "C" or
higher. The City will also pay the cost for continuing education to maintain any required
license.
Alderman Schenck further discussed the budgeting process along with the policy regarding
emergency situations. Further discussion took place regarding the need for clarification in the
language in the policy that would clearly state the increase is strictly for emergency situations
that would be outside of the approved budget. The language will be revised and brought back
for further review.
PURCHASE OF NEW GENERATOR FOR SQUAD 1-FIRE DEPARTMENT
Chief Frank explained that this is the truck the City was trying to sell. The City found out that
one of the fuel injectors broke off and went into the engine. The small engine people say it can
be fixed, but it will cost more than the $1134.99 it would take for the city to order a new one
and the mechanic to put it in. The City is not currently using this vehicle, but feels it needs to
be repaired. The general consensus is to try to sell the vehicle "as is". The City will try to sell
the vehicle as is, however if the vehicle can't be sold "as is" the repairs will be approved to help
sell the vehicle.
PURCHASE OF 10 SCBA AIR BOTTLES
Chief Frank explained that this request is part of the air bottle replacement program. The air
bottles are $640.00 per bottle. Ten bottles would cost $6400.00
Motion and second were made by Aldermen Fritz/Pickel to send the request to Council for
consideration.
The motion carried by voice vote and was unanimous.
APPLE IPAD II PURCHASE
This will be brought forward for further discussion at the next meeting.
ELECTRIC SUPPLY QUOTES- INTEGRYS ENERGY
Integrys Energy supplies the electricity for our Canton operations. The existing two year
contract has saved over $200,000. In order to take advantage of the low prices in the market
currently Integrys has provided proposals for a new term beginning June 1, 2012. The
recommendation is to accept the Integrys quote for a two year term. This two year contract
will save the city an additional $21,536 over this period.
Motion and second were made by Aldermen West/Pickel to send the request to Council for
consideration.
The motion carried by voice vote and was unanimous.
ANIMAL CONTROL AGREEMENT
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M E M O R A N D U M Ctty of Carrton - 2 Main 3treet, CaMan, IL 815Z0
Office of the City Administrator Phone: 309/647-2640 Fax: 309l647-234$
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From: Jim Sni
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Re: Animal Control Agreemern
This memo wiil serve as a suminaiy of the Iates# proposal prepared by County Administrator
Mike Hays, 'This updated propasal came as a result of a meedng I had with Fulton County
State's Attorney John Clark and Mike Hays a few weeks ago.
Attached yau will fmd Mike Hays' updated spreadsheets for the proposed animal control
a~rreemen~ The anima,t control figures are for a 12 month period from Decamber, 2Q10 to
Navember, 2011. Our shere of the anirnals for this period is 46%. This is higher than the
previous spreads~heet which showed our share of the auimals at 44% (December, 2008 - May,
aoio~.
The second spreadsheet reflects ti~ same 12 month period as new animal control nwnbers -
December, 2010 to November, 2011. They are now showing a$590.56 credit for tbe rabies t~gs,
as per Alderrnan Fritz's request. Hawever, our share of the overall costs is increased to
$24,893A2 from $21,091.48 due to increased oveiall expenses for ihe year. I have also attached
a copy of the County's animal cantrol expense report for FY 11 that was requested by Alderman
Ellis, for yaur review. There is no credit for rabies tags revenue. The County has this as a
funding source and would continue to assess this f~ whether we contract with them or not.
, The County is asking us to consider making the $24,893.a2 amount as a retroactive payment for
the 12 montb period beginning November 1, 2010. We have already paid $10,000 for this past
year, so the additional amount they m~e asking for is $14,893.42.
In order to move ttus move this matter forward, I recommend we offer to make a$24,893.42
payment for the 12 month period beginning November 1, 2d11. Thie amount wonld be the
llmit of our contribution for this new fiscal year. Tbe following year's contribution would
be baaed on oar sharc FY 2011 aetaal costa and percentage of unimals. A term woald also
have to be determined.
pleasc advise as W your questions and or camments.
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Alderman Ellis explained that the city should receive 100% credit for the services the city
provides, thus adjusting the credit reported.
Motion and second were made by Aldermen West/Pickel to pay the retroactive amount but get
the full credit of the $3,000.00 for the services provided. The amount to be paid will be
$23,523.32
The motion carried by voice vote and was unanimous.
PURCHASE OF BALISTIC VESTS-POLICE DEPARTMENT
Chief Dan Taylor reported:
According to the National Institute for Justice, ballistic vests should be replaced every five (5)
years. This year there are four (4) officers due for vest replacement. These vests are a
budgeted item that will be covered partly under our bullet proof vest grant which is a
reimbursement grant. (50% through the Department of Justice and 50% through Police
Department line item 470). Therefore, I am requesting to purchase four (4) Paca Blue Steel
Leve) IIA vests from the Ray O'Herron Company. The Ray O'Herron Company has quoted a
price of $725.00 per vest. The cost breakdown for the Paca Blue Steel Level IIA vests is as
follows:
Paca Blue Steel Level IIA vest - 4@$725.00 each $2900.00
Less Grant Funding ($1450.00)
Total Cost to Department $1450.00
Chief Taylor respectfully request authorization to purchase four (4) Paca Blue Steel Level IIA
vests from the Ray 0'Herron Company 3549 N. Vermilion Danville, Illinois. The total cost to the
Department is $1450.00. However, the City needs to pay the full amount ($2900.00) up front
and then submit for reimbursement from the Department of Justice.
Motion and second were made by Aldermen Fritz/Pickel to send the request to Council for
consideration.
The motion carried by voice vote and was unanimous.
The Finance Committee adjourned at 7:06 p.m.
LEGAL & ORDINANCE
ALDERMAN JEFF FRITZ, CHAIRMAN
NOISE ORDINANCE
This will be brought back next month for review.
SPECIAL EVENT PERMIT/APPLICATION
Attorney Peterson met with Missy Towery and Dana Smith at the Chamber of Commerce to get
feedback on the permit and application process for special events to be held in Jones Park. The
only thing coming to council for a special event would be if an individual wanted to close a
public right of way. Changing the permit application from 60 days to 30 days was also a
recommendation. The chamber and Main Street should be made aware of closures as well.
Determination would need to be made if fees would be assessed for the services provided for
special events. On occasion the events require overtime from various departments. Some
communities provide fee schedules for special events.
Insurance was another item that was discussed for special events. Alderman Fritz
recommended having the organizations provide an insurance certificate for the one day events
as previously required.
Further discussion took place regarding what fees would be charged and what types of
organizations would be required to pay fees. Attorney Peterson will bring additional
information back for further review.
RECAPTURE AGREEMENT
Attorney Peterson explained that the City had an agreement with prior owners. The City
received correspondence from the new owners requesting a transfer of the agreement. The
new owners would be responsible to pay the balance of the agreement. 3600.00. Below is a
copy of the agreement proposed.
WHEREAS, the Owner(s) is/are the holder of legal title to certain real estate on which a business
(the "Business") is located, commonly known as 17 E. Side Square, Canton, Illinois (the
"Property"). The real estate is legally described in Exhibit A attached hereto and by this
reference made a part hereof; and
WHEREAS, the Grantor has received a grant from the Illinois Department of Commerce and
Economic Opportunity (DCEO) from which the Grantor made a forgiveable loan to the prior
owner(s) of the building, 17 E. Side Square Inc., and/or Vicki Versace (n/k/a Vicki Napoli) (the
"Prior Owners") in the amount of Seventeen Thousand and no/100's ($17,000.00); and
WHEREAS, the Grantor and the Prior Owners entered into a Recapture Agreement on or about
October 14, 2009, wherein it stated that if Prior Owners sold the property or a conveyance or
transfer of the Property other than a transfer by will or by operation of law upon the death of
the Prior Owners or such other transfer as may be approved by the City of Canton, in their sole
discretion, occurs within the applicable "Recapture Period") for the DCEO loan, the Prior
Owners agreed to pay the City of Canton a prorated portion of said loan. For the loan, the
Recapture Period is five (5) years and the amount of repayment would be the amount of the
loan reduced by twenty percent (20%) for a five (5) year Recapture Period or 1/60th per month
for each full year of ownership of the Property from the date of completion of the project and
sign off by the Prior Owners on the date of inspection; and
WHEREAS, on or about January 23, 2012, Dearl and Patty Rose requested the City of Canton
approve the transfer of the Property from the Prior Owners to themselves without requiring
any repayment under the Recapture Agreement; and
WHEREAS, the City Council approved such requests on , 2012; and
WHEREAS, as an inducement to the Grantor to waive immediate repayment under the
Recapture Agreement, Dearl and Patty Rose have agreed to enter into this Agreement and in
accordance to the terms, conditions and covenants set forth below.
NOW, THERFORE, the parties hereto covenant and agree as follows:
1. Incorporation. The foregoing recitals are made a part of this Agreement as fully and with
the same force and effect as if repeated herein at length.
2. Restrictions. As a condition of the provision of the Grant, Owners agree, among other
things, to repay to the Grantor a pro-rated portion of the DCEO Grant or net proceeds of
the sale if the Owners cease to own the Property or if a sale, conveyance or transfer of the
Property other than a transfer by will or by operation of law upon the death of the Owners
or such other transfer as may be approved by the Grantor, in their sole discretion, occurs
within the applicable "Recapture Period: for the DCEO Grant. For this Grant, the Recapture
Period is five (t) years and the amount of the repayment shall be the amount of the Grant
reduced by twenty percent (20%) for a five (5) year Recapture Period for each full year of
occupancy of the Business by the Business Owners from the original date the Recapture
Agreement was fully executed with Prior Owners on October 14, 2009.
3. Covenants to Run With the Land: Termination. The agreements set forth in this Agreement
shall encumber the Property and be binding on any future owner of the Property and the
holder of any legal, equitable or beneficial interest in it for the term of this Agreement. This
Agreement shall automatically terminate as of the fifth (5t") annual anniversary of its date.
4. Violation of A~reement bv Owner. Upon the Owners' failure to make any payment due
under this Agreement, the Grantor shall give written notice thereof to the Owners by
registered or certified mail addressed to the address stated in this Agreement, or such other
address as subsequently, upon appropriate written notice thereof to the Grantor, be
designated by the Owners. If payment is not made within such further time as the Grantor
in its sole discretion permits, but not less than thirty (30) days, the Grantor may declare a
default under this Agreement effective on the date of such declaration of default and notice
thereof to the Owners, and upon such default the Grantor may:
a. Declare the unforgiven portion of the Grant is due and payable; and/or
b. Exercise such other rights or remedies as may be available to the Grantor hereunder,
at law or in equity.
The Grantor's remedies are cumulative and the exercise of one shall not be deemed
an election of remedies, nor foreclose the exercise of the Grantor's other remedies.
5. Amendment. This Agreement shall not be altered or amended except in a writing signed by
the parties hereto.
6. Partial Invaliditv. The invalidity of any clause, part or provision of this Agreement shall not
affect the validity of the remaining portions thereof.
7. Gender. The use of the plural in this Agreement shall include the singular; the singular shall
include the plural; and the use of any gender shall be deemed to include all genders.
8. Captions. The captions used in this Agreement are inserted only as a matter of convenience
and for reference and in no way define, limit or describe the scope or the intent of the
agreement.
9. Waiver of Jurv Trial. The parties waive trial by jury in any action, proceeding or
counterclaim brought by either of the parties hereto against the other on an matter
whatsoever arising out of or in any way connected with the loan or this agreement.
Motion and second were made by Aldermen Fritz/West to forward to Council for
consideration.
The motion carried by voice vote and was unanimous.
DISCUSS. CONSIDER AND VOTE ON BANNING SYNTHETIC DRUGS
Attorney Peterson and Chief Taylor worked together in drafting an ordinance for banning
synthetic drugs. The school along with the coilition will host a town hall meeting on March 26,
2012. Below is a copy of the ordinance presented for banning of synthetic drugs.
WHEREAS, the City of Canton is a non-home rule municipality within Article VII, Section
6A of the Illinois Constitution and, pursuant to the powers granted to it under 65 ILCS 5/1-1 et
seq.; and,
WHEREAS, the City of Canton has encountered products being sold at commercial
businesses within its corporate boundaries containing compounds originally designed as
synthetic alternatives (i.e., synthetic cannabinoids, synthetic stimulants and/or synthetic
psychedelic/hallucinogens) to prohibited controlled substances such as tetrahydrocannibol
(THC), cathinone, methcathinone, MDMA and MDEA; and
WHEREAS, the City of Canton find that products containing such synthetic alternatives
may be purchased for recreational use currently as an alternative to otherwise regulated
controlled substances banned at the Federal, State, and local levels; and
WHEREAS, the City of Canton finds that products containing synthetic cannabinoids,
synthetic stimulants and synthetic psychedelic/hallucinogens are particularly attractive to
children and young adults due to their availability in small packages at neighborhood stores at
minimal costs, as well as due to the names being given to these substances which are intended
to appeal to children and young adults, as set forth on Exhibit "A" attached hereto and
incorporated herein; and
WHEREAS, the U.S. Department of Justice Drug Enforcement Administration ("DEA")
has determined that the consumption of synthetic cannabinoids can have adverse health
effects such as agitation, anxiety, nausea, vomiting, tachycardia (accelerated heart rate),
elevated blood pressure, tremors, seizures, hallucinations, paranoid behavior and non-
responsiveness; and
WHEREAS, the DEA has determined that consumption of synthetic stimulants affect
alertness, and have been linked to severe psychotic episodes, increased heart rates, panic
attacks, and hallucinations; and
WHEREAS, the American Association of Poison Control Centers ("AAPCC") monitors and
records call to the 57 poison control centers in the United States; and
WHEREAS, in 2010 the AAPCC recorded 303 calls regarding synthetic drugs labeled as
"bath salts" and 2,915 calls for synthetic marijuana; and
WHEREAS, the numbers rose dramatically in 2011 as the AAPCC received 6,072 calis
regarding synthetic drugs labeled as "bath salts" and 6,890 calls for synthetic marijuana; and
WHEREAS, the City of Canton is aware of fatal overdoses in other Illinois communities
and in other States, which are believed to have resulted from the users' consumption of
synthetic stimulants, cannabinoids or psychedelic/hallucinogens; and
WHEREAS, the corporate authorities have the power and duty to provide for and
protect the public health, safety and welfare of the citizens of the City of Canton; and
WHEREAS, the City of Canton deems it necessary and desirable to prohibit the sale,
delivery, possession and use of products containing synthetic cannabinoids, synthetic
stimulants and synthetic psychedelic/hallucinogens in order to protect the public health, safety
and welfare of the citizens of Canton.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED by the corporate authorities of the City of Canton,
County of Fulton, State of Illinois, as follows:
SECTION ONE:The foregoing recitals are hereby incorporated as though fully set forth herein.
SECTION TWO: That Title 6, Chapter 22 of the Canton Municipal Code be amended by
adding the following new subsections to read as follows:
6-22: Synthetic Alternative Drugs.
6-22-1: Definitions.
For purposes of this article, the following definitions shall apply unless the context clearly
indicates or requires different meaning:
(1) A product containing a synthetic alternative drug means any product containing a
synthetic cannabinoid, stimulant or psychedelic/hallucinogen, as those terms are
defined herein such as, but not limited to, the examples of brand names or identifiers
listed on Exhibit "A" attached hereto and incorporated herein.
(2) Synthetic cannabinoid means any laboratory-created compound that functions similar
to the active ingredient in marijuana, tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), including, but not
limited to, any quantity of a natural or synthetic material, compound, mixture,
preparation, substance and their analog (including isomers, esters, ethers, salts, and
salts of isomers) containing a cannabinoid receptor agonist, such as:
• JWH-007 (1-pentyl-2-methyl-3-(1-naphthoyl)indole)
• JWH-015 ((2-Methyl-l-propyl-lH-indol-3-yl)-1-naphthalenylmethanone)
• JWH-018 (1-pentyl-3-(1-naphthoyl)indole)
• JWH-019 (1-hexyl-3-(naphthalen-l-oyl)indole)
• 1WH-073 (naphthalen-l-yl-(1-butylindol-3-yl)methanone)
• JWH-081 (4-methoxynaphthalen-l-yl-(1-pentylindol-3-yl)methanone)
• JWH-098 (4-methoxynaphthalen-l-yl-(1-pentyl-2-methylindol-3-yl)methanone)
• JWH-122 (1-Pentyl-3-(4-methyl-l-naphthoyl)indole)
• JWH-164 (7-methoxynaphthalen-l-yl-(1-pentylindol-3-yl)methanone
• JWH-200 (1-(2-morpholin-4-ylethyl)indol-3-yl)-naphthalen-l-ylmethanone)
• JWH-203 (2-(2-chlorophenyl)-1-(1-pentylindol-3-yl)ethanone
• 1WH-210 (4-ethylnaphthalen-l-yl-(1-pentylindol-3-yl)methanone
• JWH-250 (1-pentyl-3-(2-methoxyphenylacetyl)indole)
• JWH-251 (1-pentyl-3-(2-methylphenylacetyl)indole)
• JWH-398 (1-pentyl-3-(4-chloro-l-naphthoyl)indole)
• HU-210 ((6aR,10aR)-9-(Hydroxymethyl)-6,6-dimethyl-3-(2-methyloctan-2-yl)-
6a,7,10,10a-tetrahydrobenzo [c]chromen-l-ol)
• HU-211 ((6aS,10aS)-9-(Hydroxymethyl)-6,6-dimethyl-3-(2-methyloctan-2-yl)-
6a,7,10,10a-tetrahydrobenzo [cJchromen-l-ol)
• HU-308 ([(1R,2R,5R)-2-[2,6-dimethoxy-4-(2-methyloctan-2-yl)phenyl)-7,7-dimethyl-
4-bicyclo[3.1.1]hept-3-enyl] methanol)
• HU-331 ((3-hydroxy-2-[(1R,6R)-3-methyl-6-(1-methylethenyl)-2-cyclohexen-l-yl~-5-
pentyl-2,5-cyclohexadiene-l,4-dione)
• CP 55,940 (2-[(1R,2R,5R)-5-hydroxy-2-(3-hydroxypropyl) cyclohexyl]- 5-(2-
methyloctan-2-yl)phenol)
• CP 47,497 (2-[(1R,3S)-3-hydroxycyclohexyl]- 5- (2-methyloctan-2-yl)phenol) and its
homologues
• WIN 55,212-2 ((R)-(+)-[2,3-Dihydro-5-methyl-3-(4-morpholinylmethyl)pyrrolo [1,2,3-
de)-1,4-benzoxazin-6-yl]-1-nepthalenylmethanone)
• RCS-4 ((4-methoxyphenyl)(1-pentyl-lH-indol-3-yl)methanone)
• RCS-8 (1-(1-(2-cyclohexylethyl)-1H-indol-3-yl)-2-(2-methoxyphenyl)ethanone)
(3) Synthetic stimulant means any compound that mimics the effects of any federally
controlled Schedule I substance such as cathinone, methcathinone, MDMA and MDEA,
including, but not limited to, any quantity of a natural or synthetic material, compound,
mixture, preparation, substance and their analog (including salts, isomers, and salts of
isomers) containing substances which have a stimulant effect on the central nervous
system, such as:
• 3-Fluoromethcathinone
• 4-Fluoromethcathinone (other name: flephedrone)
• 3,4-Methylenedioxymethcathinone (other name: methylone, MDMC)
• 3,4-Methylenedioxypyrovalerone (other name: MDPV)
• 4-Methylmethcathinon (other names: mephedrone, 4-MMC)
• 4-Methoxymethcathinone (other names: methedrone, bk-PMMA, PMMC)
• 4-Ethylmethcathinone (other name: 4-EMC)
• Ethcathinone
• Beta-keto-N-methylbenzodioxyolylpropylamine (other names: butylone, bk-MBDB)
• Napthylpyrovalerone (other names: naphyrone, NRG-1)
• N,N-dimethylcathinone (other name: metamfepramone)
• Alpha-pyrrolidinopropiophenone (other name: alpha-PPP)
• 4-methoxy-alpha-pyrrolidinopropiophenone (other name: MOPPP)
• 3,4-methylenedioxy-alpha-pyrrolidinopropiophenone (other name: MDPPP)
• Alpha-pyrrolidinovalerophenone (other name: alpha-PVP)
~ 6,7-kihydro-SH-indeno(5,6-d)-1,3-dioxal-6-amine) (other name: MDAI)
• Any compound that is structurally derived from 2-amino-l-phenyl-l-propanone by
modification or substitution in any of the following ways:
¦ in the phenyl ring to any extent with alkyl, alkoxy, alkylenedioxy,
haloalkyl, or halide substituents, whether or not further substituted in
the phenyl ring by one or more other univalent substituents;
¦ at the 3-position with an alkyl substituent;
¦ at the nitrogen atom with alkyl, dialkyl, benzyl, or methoxybenzyl groups;
¦ or by inclusion of the nitrogen atom in a cyclic structure.
(4) Synthetic psychedelic/hallucinogen means any compound that mimics the effects of any
federally controlled Schedule I substance, including but not limited to, any quantity of a
natural or synthetic material, compound, mixture, preparation, substance and their
analog (including salts, isomers, esters, ethers and salts of isomers) containing
substances which have a psychedelic/hallucinogenic effect on the central nervous
system and/or brain, such as:
• 2-(2,5-Dimethoxy-4-ethylphenyl)ethanamine (2GE);
• 2-(2,5-dimethoxy-4-methylphenyl)ethanamine (2C-D);
• 2-(4-Chloro-2,5-dimethoxyphenyl)ethanamine (2C-C);
• 2-(4-lodo-2,5-dimethoxyphenyl)ethanamine (2C-I);
• 2-(4-(Ethylthio)-2,5-dimethoxyphenyl)ethanamine (2C-T-2);
• 2-(4-(Isopropylthio)-2,5-dimethoxyphenyl)ethanamine (2C-T-4);
• 2-(2,5-Dimethoxyphenyl)ethanamine (2C-Hj;
• 2-(2,5-Dimethoxy-4-nitro-phenyl)ethanamine (2C-N);
• 2-(2,5-Dimethoxy-4-(n)-propylphenyl)ethanamine (2C-P).
6-22-2: Sale or Delivery. It shall be unlawful for any person, firm, partnership, corporation, LLC
or other legal entity to sell, offer for sale, advertise, display or deliver any product containing a
synthetic cannabinoid, stimulant or psychedelic/hallucinogen.
6-22-3: Possession. It shall be unlawful for any person to knowingly possess a product
containing a synthetic cannabinoid, stimulant or psychedelic/hallucinogen.
6-22-4: Use. It shall be unlawful for any person to be under the influence of a synthetic
cannabinoid, stimulant or psychedelic/hallucinogen.
6-22-5: Penalties. Any person, firm, partnership, corporation, LLC or other legal entity
found to be in violation of this Chapter shall be subject to a fine of not less than five hundred
($500.00) nor more than seven hundred fifty dollars ($750.00) for each offense thereof. Each
violation of this ordinance, or everyday a violation continues to exist, shall constitute a separate
offense.
For any person guilty of violating this Chapter a penalty of up to fifty (50) hours of community
service work may be sentenced in addition to or as an alternative to any fines issues.
SECTION THREE: All ordinances or portions thereof in conflict with this ordinance are
hereby repealed.
SECTION FOUR: Should any provision of this Ordinance be declared invalid by a court of
competent jurisdiction, the remaining provisions will remain in full force and effect the same as
if the invalid provision had not been a part of this Ordinance.
SECTION FIVE: This Ordinance shall be in full force and effect after its approval, passage and
publication in pamphlet form as provided by law.
Motion and second were made by Alderman Fritz/Pickel to send to Council for consideration.
The motion carried by voice vote and was unanimous.
The Legal & Ordinance Committee adjourned at 7:29 p.m.
COMMUNITY & INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT
ALDERMAN JEREMY PASLEY, CHAIRMAN (ABSENTJ
UPDATE FROM MARK ROTHERT
• RETAIL/COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT
o I will be providing a presentation on 2/28 about the downtown movie theater and efforts by
our local working group comprised of community leaders to look into the feasibility of
revitalizing the facility. This will be preceded by a presentation by some students from the
Canton High School civics class on their survey project as it related to the theater.
o I recently received a TIF request from a relocating business in the downtown for assistance
with architectural plans. The amount requested is below $1,000. Every time a request is
made and approved a redevelopment agreement has to be created. A more efficient way to
process future request may be for the council to create a TIF grant program that stipulates
the parameters of what the TIF grant can be used for (i.e. plans, facades, etc.). Under a
defined grant program, redevelopment agreements would no longer be needed for
incentives that are approved by the city council. Setting aside funding for such a program is,
of course, at the discretion of the city council.
o I am currently working leads for the following sites of high interest:
1. 61 East Side Square
2. Main and Locust
3. Sirloin Stockade property
o The former Maid Rite building has been purchased by a Jacksonville business owner looking
to move here.
o I met with officials from Aventine who plan to hopefully have the ethanol plant up and
running by this summer.
• TOURISM REPORT:
o Please see the reverse for a report from Dana Smith.
• OTHER:
o Ameren Quality of Labor Survey: Ameren, Western Illinois Workforce Investment Board and
the SRPED are working together to conduct a survey of area employers. The goal of the
survey is to evaluate the area's workforce in a multi-county region from a business
operator's perspective. The results will be used to identify and address workforce issues
within the region and take steps to assure that the needs of area employers are being met,
both now and in the future.
o Upcoming Grant Opportunities:
¦ Our Town (see memo in agenda packet) & IDOT ITEP, due in May 2012
o Lt. Gov. Sheila Simon will be hosting a Rural Listening Post Tuesday, March 6th from 4-6 p.m.
at the Four Points by Sheraton Hotel and Conference Center in Downtown Peoria. The
listening posts will provide an interactive format for rural elected officials, policymakers,
and local leaders to share their insights with the Lieutenant Governor and members of the
Governor's Rural Affairs Council on issues facing rural Illinois.
o Canton Main Street members at this morning's Coffee at Crawford's brought up the recent
commercials that the city helped in paying for 50% of the costs. Those at the meeting, and
other businesses that took part in the program, wanted to thank the city for undertaking
such a program.
General Marketing & Tourism
• Met with Kelvin Sampson at Dickson Mounds Museum to tour the facility and discuss
Canton's participation in the Lewistown Visitor's Center. Will solicit input from the
Marketing & Tourism committee on content and highlights to be featured in Canon's
display.
• Contacted Aimee Francis with Interpretive Graphics to move forward on the Historic
Walking Tour plaques.
• Met with Gary and Heidi Leese to gain approval of the Historic Walking Tour plaque for
their building, formerly the Canton Hotel.
• Attended ribbon cuttings and Business After Hours for County Market Pharmacy, The
Paw Spa, and Ipava State Bank/White Oaks.
• Updated shopping and dining guides for distribution to the Canton Harvester Inn and
local businesses.
Canton Main Street
• Assisted with taking down "Light the Night" decorations in Jones Park.
• Was the featured speaker at the Rotary Club meeting on January 4 to speak about
Canton Main Street and solicit support.
• Attended Canton Main Street Coffee at Crawford's on January 10.
• Met with Missy Towery, Mark Rothert and Heidi Wilner to discuss Canton Main Street
events and programs on January 17.
• Assisted with the planning and execution of Canton Main Street's annual fundraiser,
Glacial Golf, as well as serving as an at-large coordinator and "hole-watcher" during the
event on Saturday, January 21.
• Met with a new committee to assist with the development of a Canton art fair as a
Canton Main Street event in June 2013.
• Met with Canton Main Street Organization Committee to assist with development of a
membership campaign in February. This included re-designing a membership brochure
and assembling packets for the committee to use in the campaign.
• Attended Canton Main Street Board on Monday, January 30, at the Palm Cafe.
Scenic Drive
• Began development of mailing to be dropped in March.
GRANT OPPORTUNITY WITH NATIONAL ENDOWMENT FOR THE ARTS- OUR TOWN PROGRAM
Mark Rothert discussed the following:
BACKGROUND The National Endowment for the Arts is sponsoring a grant opportunity through
its Our Town program. Our Town will invest in creative and innovative projects in which
communities, together with their arts and design organizations and artists, seek to:
Improve their quality of life.
Encourage creative activity.
Create community identity and a sense of place.
Revitalize local economies.
Projects may include planning, design, and arts engagement activities that reflect a systemic
approach to civic development and a persuasive vision for enhanced community vibrancy.
Projects will start on or after September 1, 2012.
POTENTIAL PROJECT
Our Town goals for creative place-making through the arts fits perfectly with previously
proposed plans here in Canton for additional murals in the downtown.
FISCAL IMPACT
Applicants must request a grant amount at one of the following levels: $25,000, $50,000,
$75,000, $100,000, or $150,000. NEA will award very few grants at the $150,000 level. The Our
Town grant requires a 100% local match of funds. TIF funds are the likeliest source of funds to
support such a project.
RECCOMENDATION
If the city council supports this grant application and commits funding to the project, I would
recommend applying for an amount that is $50,000 or lower. In looking at communities that
received a grant last year that were near Canton's size, this amount seems like where our
community would be best competitive.
Motion and second were made by Aldermen West/Pickel to apply for the 50,000.00 grant and
direct Mark ROthert to begin the grant application process.
The motion carried by voice vote and was unanimous.
The Community & Industrial Development Committee adjourned at 7:40 p.m.
Negotiations, Grievance & Personnel
Alderman Dave Pickel, Chairman
Nothing for open session.
The Clerical Committee adjourned at 7:41 p.m.
No Executive Session Held
Adiournment
The Clerical Committee adjourned at 7:41 pm
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