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CANTON CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING MINUTES
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 25, 2026, at 6:03 p.m.
Historic Depot-Donald E. Edwards Way
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50 North 4 Avenue, Canton, Il 61520
A special meeting of the Canton City Council was held on March 25, 2026 (6:03pm) at the Historic
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Depot located at 50 North 4 Avenue Canton Illinois.
STAFF IN ATTENDANCE: Mayor Kent McDowell, City Clerk Andi Smith-Walters, Acting City
Treasurer Paula Grigsby, Police Chief Corey Miller, Fire Chief Scoot Roos, and Streets Supervisor
Dash Wilson.
OTHERS IN ATTENDANCE: City Attorney Chris Jump and Comptroller Beka Shultz.
MEDIA IN ATTENDANCE:
Fulton Democrat
MEETING CALLED TO ORDER
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE OPENED THE MEETING
INVOCATION – Mayor Kent McDowell
ROLL CALL Yes No Absent
Alderperson Gossett
x
Alderperson Pickel
x
Alderperson Ketcham
x
Alderperson Hale
x
Alderperson Grimm
x
Alderperson Lovell
X (Announced he
has to leave at 6:40)
Alderperson Nelson
x
Alderperson
x
Chamberlin
ADDITIONS OR CORRECTIONS TO THE AGENDA:
No additions or deletions were made to the agenda.
PUBLIC PARTICIPATION:
No public participation was offered on the evening’s agenda items.
MAYORAL COMMUNICATIONS/REQUESTED ACTION:
The first budget meeting will be held tonight after council.
CITY CLERK COMMUNICATIONS/REQUESTED ACTION:
DEPARTMENT HEAD COMMUNICATIONS/REPORTS:
Acting City Treasurer, Paula Grigsby – Nothing to report.
Police Chief, Corey Miller – The chiefs report is available to council to review.
Fire Chief, Scott Roos – Speaking on behalf of one of the special Olympic basketball teams that
Roos coaches, they went to state over at ISU a couple weeks ago where they had two close
games. They won the first game by 5 points, and the second game went into a double
overtime.
CONSENT AGENDA:
APPROVAL OF THE COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES HELD MARCH 3, 2026.
BILL LIST
DISBURSEMENT REPORT
TREASURER’S REPORT
PUBLIC WORKS REPORT
POLICE REPORT
FIRE REPORT
Motion and second were made by Alderpersons Gossett/Ketcham to approve the consent
agenda.
ROLL CALL Yes No Absent
Alderperson Gossett
x
Alderperson Pickel
x
Alderperson Ketcham
x
Alderperson Hale
x
Alderperson Grimm
x
Alderperson Lovell
x
Alderperson Nelson
x
Alderperson
x
Chamberlin
The motion carried.
COMMITTEE REPORTS:
PUBLIC SAFETY AND LEGAL
ALDERPERSON JUSTIN NELSON, CHAIR
APPROVAL OF A SPECIAL USE PERMIT FOR HALO SOLAR TO MOUNT SOLAR ARRAY AT 2115 N.
MAIN STREET, CANTON, IL 61520.
The special use permit is for solar array installation behind the Bank of Farmington. The planning
and zoning commission have already approved the request.
Motion and second were made by Alderpersons Nelson/Grimm for approval of a special use
permit for Halo Solar to mount solar array at 2115 N. Main Street, Canton, IL 61520.
ROLL CALL Yes No Absent
Alderperson Gossett
x
Alderperson Pickel
x
Alderperson Ketcham
x
Alderperson Hale
x
Alderperson Grimm
x
Alderperson Lovell
x
Alderperson Nelson
x
Alderperson
x
Chamberlin
The motion carried.
ORDINANCE REGULATING PARKING AND TRAFFIC PATTERNS ON SOUTH SIXTH AVENUE.
This addresses parking issues on South Sixth Avenue between Holly and Linn, near the Marathon
gas station. Due to increased parking from a new business in the old Seasonal building, semi-
trucks exiting the gas station and attempting to turn left have been obstructed. The ordinance
prohibits parking on both sides of that block and maintains the existing no right turn restriction
to prevent semi traffic from entering residential areas. Several business people and truckers who
use the area have contacted the city in favor of this ordinance.
Motion and second were made by Alderpersons Nelson/Pickel to approve an ordinance
regulating parking and traffic patterns on South Sixth Avenue.
ROLL CALL Yes No Absent
Alderperson Gossett
x
Alderperson Pickel
x
Alderperson Ketcham
x
Alderperson Hale
x
Alderperson Grimm
x
Alderperson Lovell
x
Alderperson Nelson
x
Alderperson
x
Chamberlin
The motion carried.
Alderman Nelson reminds residents to watch for children on bikes, walkers, and runners as the
weather improves.
REGULATORY AND POLICY
ALDERPERSON ANGELA HALE, CHAIR
APPROVAL OF A SPECIAL EVENT PERMIT REQUEST FOR THE GREENWOOD CEMETERY
HEADSTONE CLEANING/REPAIRING WORKSHOP TO BE HELD MAY 23, 2026.
It was explained the request came from former mayor Kevin Meade, who connected with a group
that conducts these workshops through IDNR. Kyle Jansen reviewed and approved the products
and processes to be used. The city has hosted similar workshops in the past. This is conducted by
a separate group with their own liability coverage.
Motion and second were made by Alderpersons Hale/Gossett for approval of a special event
permit request for the Greenwood Cemetery headstone cleaning/repairing workshop to be held
May 23, 2026.
ROLL CALL Yes No Absent
Alderperson Gossett
x
Alderperson Pickel
x
Alderperson Ketcham
x
Alderperson Hale
x
Alderperson Grimm
x
Alderperson Lovell
x
Alderperson Nelson
x
Alderperson
x
Chamberlin
The motion carried.
FINANCE
ALDERPERSON ANDRA CHAMBERLIN, CHAIR
RESOLUTION APPROVING A DEMOLITION REIMBURSEMENT AGREEMENT RELATED TO
PROPERTY LOCATED AT 157 WEST HICKORY, CANTON, IL 61520.
The uninhabitable house has been purchased by neighbor Billy Jump across the street. He
received a demolition bid for $12,000 and the city is asking to approve a reimbursement of 50%
or $6,000, whichever comes first.
Motion and second were made by Alderpersons Gossett/Pickel for approval of a resolution
approving a demolition reimbursement agreement related to property located at 157 West
Hickory, Canton, IL 61520.
ROLL CALL Yes No Absent
Alderperson Gossett
x
Alderperson Pickel
x
Alderperson Ketcham
x
Alderperson Hale
x
Alderperson Grimm
x
Alderperson Lovell
x
Alderperson Nelson
x
Alderperson
x
Chamberlin
The motion carried.
ORDINANCE AMENDING BUDGET RELATED EXPENDITURES OF HOTEL/MOTEL FUNDS.
Jump explained this budget amendment is necessary to allow the $50,000 contribution to Spoon
River Partnership from hotel/motel funds, as discussed under Alderman Lovell’s committee
items. Since the expense is not currently budgeted and hotel/motel funds must be used for
marketing and tourism purposes by law, an amendment is required. Sufficient funds are available
in that account.
Motion and second were made by Alderpersons Nelson/Lovell for approval of an ordinance
amending budget related expenditures of hotel/motel funds.
ROLL CALL Yes No Absent
Alderperson Gossett
x
Alderperson Pickel
x
Alderperson Ketcham
x
Alderperson Hale
x
Alderperson Grimm
x
Alderperson Lovell
x
Alderperson Nelson
x
Alderperson
x
Chamberlin
The motion carried.
DISCUSS BUDGET REGARDING FY27.
General Fund :
Revenues – FY27 projected costs are $15,850,965 which is a $2,503,955 or 18.76%
change since FY26. FY26 budget was $13,347,010.
Administration – FY27 projected costs are $2,229,090 which is a $134,110 or 6.40%
change since FY26. FY26 budget was $2,094,980. Insurance costs mainly increased as well as
the hiring of a full-time deputy treasurer.
Police – FY27 projected costs are $4,845,540 which is a ($335,666) or -6.48% change
since FY26. FY26 budget was $5,181,206. There were fewer retirements this year with less
payouts, vehicle requests for unmarked cars (cost less than outfitted police cars).
Fire – FY27 projected costs are $4,167,910 which is a ($570,035) or -12.03% change
since FY26. FY26 budget was $4,737,945. Fire truck purchased PY, payout for retirements, reed
to be replaced on firehouse, raising door for tower, continuing to save for new tower.
Streets – FY27 projected costs are $4,629,715 which is a $1,031,845 or 28.68% change
since FY26. FY26 budget was $3,597,870. PW director retired this year, increase for expected
costs of new street building.
Garbage – FY27 projected costs are $1,514,400 which is a $514,550 or 51.46% change
since FY26. FY26 budget was $999,850. Minimal increase overall, purchase of 2 new garbage
trucks, nothing currently on estimate of sale of current 2.
Buildings & Grounds – FY27 projected costs are $895,320 which is a ($50,405) or -5.33%
since FY26. FY26 budget was $945,725. Partial payment was made on elevator upgrade, some
of Cardosi building work completed.
Total Expenses : FY27 projected costs are $18,281,975 which is a $723,417 or 4.12% since FY26.
FY26 budget was $17,558,558.
Hotel Motel:
Revenues – FY27 projected costs are $96,000 which is $16,000 or 20.00% change
since FY26. FY26 budget was $80,000. Adding Airbnb’s could increase.
Expenses – FY27 projected costs are $65,000 which is the same at FY26. Same
SRPED request.
Workers Compensation:
Revenues – FY27 projected costs are $380.00 which is a ($246,620) or -99.85%
since FY26. FY26 budget was $247,000. Levied Revenue.
Expenses – FY27 projected costs are $333,820 which is a $75,425 or 29.19%
change since FY26. FY26 budget was $258,395. 10% increase based on most recent payment.
Liability Insurance:
Revenues – FY27 projected costs are $420,000 which is a ($30,000) or -6.67%
since FY26. FY26 budget was $450,000. Levied revenue.
Expenses – FY27 projected costs are $456,915 which is a $11,250 or 2.52%
change since FY26. FY26 budget was $445,665. 10% increase based on most recent payment.
State Unemployment Insurance:
Revenues – FY27 projected costs are $26,685 which is a ($900) or -3.26% change
since FY26. FY26 budget was $27,585. Levied revenue.
Expenses – FY27 projected costs are $19,645 which is the same as FY26.
Video Gaming Tax:
Revenues – FY27 projected costs are $276,000 which is a $36,000 or 15.00%
change since FY26. FY26 budget was $240,000.
Expenses- FY27 projected costs are $276,000 which is a $36,000 or 15.00%
change since FY26. FY26 budget was $240,000.
Demolition:
Revenues – FY27 projected costs are $91,080 which is a $11,880 or 15.00%
change since FY26. FY26 budget was $79,200.
Expenses – FY27 projected costs are $200,000 which is a $146,000 or 270.37%
change since FY26. FY26 budget was $54,000.
Sidewalk Program:
Revenues: FY27 projected costs are $93,840 which is a $12,240 or 15.00%
change since FY26. FY26 budget was $81,600.
Expenses: FY27 projected costs are $80,000 which is the same as FY26.
Vehicle:
Revenues: FY27 projected costs are $150 which is a ($350) or -70.00% change
since FY26. FY26 budget was $500.
Back to School Bash:
Revenues: FY27 projected costs are $1,000. This is a new fund and does not have
a budget sheet yet or import file. Will be on the next one.
Expenses: FY27 projected costs are $1000.
Civil Defense:
Revenues – FY27 projected costs are $3,200 which is a $20 or 0.63% change
since FY26. FY26 budget was $3,200. Levied Revenue.
Social Security:
Revenues – FY27 projected costs are $473,890 which is a ($5,000) or -1.04%
change since FY26. FY26 budget was $478,890. Levied revenue.
Expenses – FY27 projected costs are $333,040 which is a ($87,265) or -20.76%
change since FY26. FY26 budget was $420,305.
IMRF:
Revenues – FY27 projected costs are $851,915 which is a ($55,725) or -6.14%
change since FY26. FY26 budget was $907,640. Levied revenue.
Expenses – FY27 projected costs are $746,200 which is a ($35,575) or -4.55%
change since FY26. FY26 budget was $781,775.
Audit:
Revenues – FY27 projected costs are $26,000 which is a ($5,250) or -16.80%
change since FY26. FY26 budget was $31,250. Levied revenue.
Expenses – FY27 projected costs are $27,000 which is the same as FY26.
Non-Federal Forfeiture:
Revenues – FY27 projected costs are $3,000 which is the same as FY26.
DUI:
Revenues – FY27 projected costs are $6,000 which is the same as FY26.
Bond Fees:
Revenues – FY27 is ($1,000) or -100.00% change since FY26 which was $1,000.
DCCA:
Revenues – FY27 projected costs are $600 which is the same as FY26.
MFT:
Revenues – FY27 projected costs are $599,045 which is the same as FY26. IML
estimates to be fairly static.
Expenses – FY27 projected costs are $350,000 which is a ($250,150) or -41.68%
change since FY26. FY26 budget was $600,150. Estimates from Maurer-Stutz.
TIF1:
Revenues – FY27 projected costs are $808,215 which is a ($283,640) or -25.98%
change since FY26. FY26 budget was $1,091,855. Estimates from Klein Group.
Expenses – FY27 projected costs are $849,180 which is a $45,000 or 5.60%
change since FY26. FY26 budget was $804,180. Estimated from Klein Group.
TIF2:
Revenues – FY27 projected costs are $809,715 which is a $11,825 or 1.48%
change since FY26. FY26 budget was $797,890. Estimated from Klein Group.
Expenses – FY27 projected costs are $1,450,145 which is a $800,000 or 123.05%
change since FY26. FY26 budget was $650,145. Includes industrial park lift station.
TIF3:
Revenues – FY27 projected costs are $226,195 which is the same as FY26 but still
needs updates.
Expenses – FY27 projected costs are $186,590 which is the same as FY26.
BDD:
Revenues – FY27 projected costs are $1,320,000 which is a($2,040,000) -60.71%
change since FY26. FY26 budget was $3,360,000. Increased tax, but no loan proceeds.
Expenses – FY27 projected costs are $1,225,000 which is a $925,000 or 308.33%
change since FY26. FY26 budget was $300,000. Loan payments beginning.
Escrow:
Revenues – FY27 projected costs are $20,000 which is a $10,000 or 100.00%
change since FY26. FY26 budget was $10,000.
Housing Grant:
Revenues – FY27 projected costs are $2,200,000 which was the same as FY26.
Pass through entity.
Expenses – FY27 projected costs are $2,200,000 which are the same as FY26.
Library:
Revenues – FY27 projected costs are $289,905 which is a $1,560 or 0.54%
change since FY26. FY26 budget was $288,345. Pass through entity.
Expenses – FY27 projected costs are $289,905 which is a $1,560 or 0.54% change
since FY26. FY26 budget was $288,345.
Water Sewer:
Revenues – FY27 projected costs are $32,898,200 which is a $13,523,800 or
69.80% change since FY26. FY26 budget was $19,374,400. Grants and loans are major factors.
Administration – FY27 projected costs are $1,146,425 which is a ($854,455) or
-42.70% change since FY26. FY26 budget was $2,000,880. No bonds or loan payments yet.
System Maintenance – FY27 projected costs are $6,536,425 which is a $494,255
or 8.18% change since FY26. FY26 budget was $6,042,170. Continuing repairs and construction.
Water Treatment Plant – FY27 projected costs are $2,984,270 which is a
$286,005 or 10.60% change since FY26. FY26 budget was $2,698,265.
Waste Water Treatment Plant – FY27 projected costs are $22,650,685 which is a
$13,292,645 or 142.05% change since FY26. FY26 budget was $9,358,040. New WWTP
construction.
Lake & Dam:
Revenues – FY27 projected costs are $78,750 which is a ($635,300) or -88.97%
since FY26. FY26 budget was $714,050. Removal of Osland Grant and ADA Pier as a award is
unlikely.
Expenses – FY27 projected costs are $211,800 which is a ($759,200) or -78.19%
change since FY26. FY26 budget was $971,000.
Cemetery & Trust:
Revenues – FY27 projected costs are $245,380 which is a ($4,620) or -1.85%
change since FY26. FY26 budget was 250,000.
Expenses – FY27 projected costs are $243,735 which is a ($6,145) or -2.46%
change since FY26. FY26 budget was $249,880.
Special Use:
Revenues – FY27 projected costs are $150,395 which is a ($14,250) or -8.65%
change since FY26. FY26 budget was $164,645. Reduced revenues is the current trend.
Expenses – FY27 projected costs are $339,200 which is a ($32,600) or -8.77%
change since FY26. FY26 budget was $371,800.
Fire Pension:
Revenues – FY27 projected costs are 1,386,710 which is the same as FY26 but
still needs updated as transitions are occurring.
Expenses – FY27 projected costs are $1,384,135 which is the same as FY26.
Police Pension:
Revenues – FY27 projected costs are $1,783,205 which is the same as FY26 but
still needs updated as transition are occurring.
Expenses – FY27 projected costs are $1,764,965 which is the same as FY26.
COMMUNITY & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
ALDERPERSON JOHN LOVELL, CHAIR
Lovell announced he would have to leave the meeting at 6:40
ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING CONTRIBUTION OF $50,000.00 OF HOTEL/MOTEL FUNDS TO
SPOON RIVER PARTNERSHIP FOR ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT FOR MARKETING AND TOURISM
PURPOSES AND FOR EVENTS AT THE OPERA HOUSE PLAZA.
The Canton History and Arts Alliance committee is sponsoring events, and this money would be
given to Spoon River Partnership would then distribute it to the committee. The funds will
support events bringing people to town, along with Canton history and beautification initiatives.
Motion and second were made by Alderpersons Lovell/Grimm to approve an ordinance
authorizing contribution of $50,000 of hotel/motel funds to Spoon River Partnership for
economic development for marketing and tourism purposes and for events at the Opera House
Plaza.
ROLL CALL Yes No Absent
Alderperson Gossett
x
Alderperson Pickel
x
Alderperson Ketcham
x
Alderperson Hale
x
Alderperson Grimm
x
Alderperson Lovell
x
Alderperson Nelson
x
Alderperson
x
Chamberlin
The motion carried.
ORDINANCE APPROVING AND AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF A FIRST AMENDMENT TO
THE REDEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT BY AND BETWEEN THE CITY OF CANTON, FULTON
COUNTY, ILLINOIS, AND GIANT INVESTORS, INC., AND GIANT REAL ESTATE INVESTORS, INC.,
AND JEROMIE HALE (101 E. ELM ST./PHASE 2).
This amendment extends the timeline to April 30, 2026. Alderwoman Angela Hale noted she is
not related to any parties involved in the agreement.
Motion and second were made by Alderpersons Lovell/Nelson for an ordinance approving and
authorizing the execution of a first amendment to the redevelopment agreement by and
between the City of Canton, Fulton County, Illinois, and Giant Investors, INC., and Giant Real
Estate Investors, INC., and Jeromie Hale (101 E. Elm St./Phase 2) to extend the timeline to April
30, 2026.
ROLL CALL Yes No Absent
Alderperson Gossett
x
Alderperson Pickel
x
Alderperson Ketcham
x
Alderperson Hale
x
Alderperson Grimm
x
Alderperson Lovell
x
Alderperson Nelson
x
Alderperson
x
Chamberlin
Mayor McDowell x
The motion carried.
ORDINANCE APPROVING AND AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF A CANTON BUSINESS
DISTRICT NO. 1 REDEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT BY AND BETWEEN THE CITY OF CANTON AND
LEDGAR REAL ESTATE, LLC., DANIEL R. FITZJARRALD, MIDSTATE APPAREL LLC., AND KARA E.
FITZJARRALD.
This agreement scored at 30% incentive through the scoring matrix, totaling $345,900. This
building was a priority before the BDD was created, and this type of project is exactly what the
BDD was designed to address.
Motion and second were made by Alderpersons Lovell/Pickel for an ordinance approving and
authorizing the execution of a Canton Business District No.1 redevelopment agreement by and
between the City of Canton and Ledgar Real Estate, LLC, Daniel R. Fitzjarrald, Midstate Apparel
LLC, and Kara E. Fitzjarrald with a total project cost of $345,900.
ROLL CALL Yes No Absent
Alderperson Gossett
x
Alderperson Pickel
x
Alderperson Ketcham
x
Alderperson Hale
x
Alderperson Grimm
x
Alderperson Lovell
x
Alderperson Nelson
x
Alderperson
x
Chamberlin
Mayor McDowell x
The motion carried.
ORDINANCE APPROVING AND AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF A CANTON BUSINESS
DISTRICT NO. 1 REDEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT BY AND BETWEEN THE CITY OF CANTON AND
BIG CAT’S BOWLS, LLC., JASON COULTER, AND EMILY SCHAEFFER.
This agreement was modified because the business is receiving a grant. The BDD agreement will
only incentivize the portion of their project not covered by the grant, not exceeding $18,000.
Motion and second were made by Alderpersons Lovell/Ketcham for an ordinance approving and
authorizing the execution of a Canton Business District No.1 redevelopment agreement by and
between the City of Canton and Big Cat’s Bowls, LLC, Jason Coulter, and Emily Schaeffer.
ROLL CALL Yes No Absent
Alderperson Gossett
x
Alderperson Pickel
x
Alderperson Ketcham
x
Alderperson Hale
x
Alderperson Grimm
x
Alderperson Lovell
x
Alderperson Nelson
x
Alderperson
x
Chamberlin
Mayor McDowell x
The motion carried.
PUBLIC WORKS
ALDERPERSON GREG GOSSETT, CHAIR
APPROVAL TO PURCHASE A 2026 FORD F550 4X4 CHASSIS FROM OLATHE LINCOLN FORD, INC
FOR THE STREET DEPARTMENT BUCKET TRUCK.
This is a fleet purchase for $63,642. The total truck cost will be $173,327, but purchasing the
chassis this fiscal year allows them to budget $109,685 for the next fiscal year. This will replace a
2002 bucket truck that needs $10,000-$12,000 in repairs. The purchase is through SourceWell
Cooperative Purchasing and includes a one-time delivery fee.
Motion and second were made by Alderpersons Gossett/Pickel for approval to purchase a 2026
ford F550 4x4 chassis from Olathe Lincoln Ford, INC for the Street Department bucket truck in
the amount of $63,642.
ROLL CALL Yes No Absent
Alderperson Gossett
x
Alderperson Pickel
x
Alderperson Ketcham
x
Alderperson Hale
x
Alderperson Grimm
x
Alderperson Lovell
x
Alderperson Nelson
x
Alderperson
x
Chamberlin
The motion carried.
IT AND CYBERSECURITY
ALDERPESON DAVE PICKEL, CHAIR
LABOR AND EMPLOYMENT
ALDERPERSON RALPH GRIMM, CHAIR
APPROVAL TO HIRE TWO NEW FIREFIGHTERS.
Fire Chief Scott Roos stated one of the positions is to replace his position upon retirement in
June, filled by promoting from within. A second position opened due to a resignation from a
probationary employee who found employment elsewhere. Two training sessions are upcoming,
and they need to meet the early April deadline to minimize overtime costs from the vacant
position.
Motion and second were made by Alderpersons Grimm/Ketcham for approval to hire two new
firefighters.
ROLL CALL Yes No Absent
Alderperson Gossett
x
Alderperson Pickel
x
Alderperson Ketcham
x
Alderperson Hale
x
Alderperson Grimm
x
Alderperson Lovell
x
Alderperson Nelson
x
Alderperson
x
Chamberlin
The motion carried.
PROPERTY
ALDERPERSON PATRICK KETCHAM, CHAIR
ORDINANCE AMENDING TITLE 8, CHAPTER 12 (PARKS) OF THE CANTON MUNICIPIAL CODE
AND ESTABLISHING RULES AND REGULATIONS FOR CERTAIN PARKS.
This updates the outdated park custodian position and language. The ordinance adds provisions
for the Opera House Plaza and establishes a formal process for downtown special event permits.
It allows the mayor to establish detailed rules and regulations rather than requiring council
amendments for minor rule changes.
Motion and second were made by Alderpersons Ketcham/Gossett for approval of an ordinance
amending Title 8, Chapter 12 (Parks) of the Canton Municipal Code and establishing rules and
regulations for certain parks.
ROLL CALL Yes No Absent
Alderperson Gossett
x
Alderperson Pickel
x
Alderperson Ketcham
x
Alderperson Hale
x
Alderperson Grimm
x
Alderperson Lovell
x
Alderperson Nelson
x
Alderperson
x
Chamberlin
The motion carried.
APPROVAL OF EXPENDITURES REGARDING ELECTRICAL IMPROVEMENTS AT THE PARK PLAZA.
The $3,000 expenditure will provide 200 amp service for stage performances, eliminating the
need for ground fault circuit interrupter outlets that audio companies refuse to use. Currently,
companies require a generator costing $500 per show. The stage has four quad outlets, but they
are ground fault protected and not suitable for higher-powered audio systems.
Motion and second were made by Alderpersons Ketcham/Pickel for approval of expenditures
regarding electrical improvements at the park plaza in the amount of $3,000.
ROLL CALL Yes No Absent
Alderperson Gossett
x
Alderperson Pickel
x
Alderperson Ketcham
x
Alderperson Hale
x
Alderperson Grimm
x
Alderperson Lovell
x
Alderperson Nelson
x
Alderperson
x
Chamberlin
The motion carried.
ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING MAYOR TO MAKE LEASES RELATED TO 209 E. CHESTNUT STREET,
CANTON, IL 61520.
The city now owns the Sedgwick Business Suites building. This authorizes leases for existing
tenants McCarthy and Jackson law firm and United Way through the end of April at their current
rent rates. Both tenants have been cooperative in the transition and plan to evacuate by April
th
30. The rent rates remained the same as they were previously paying, with no proration for
March as Mr. Sedgwick was allowed to keep that month.
Motion and second were made by Alderpersons Ketcham/Gossett for approval of an ordinance
authorizing mayor to make leases related to 209 E. Chestnut Street, Canton, IL 61520.
ROLL CALL Yes No Absent
Alderperson Gossett
x
Alderperson Pickel
x
Alderperson Ketcham
x
Alderperson Hale
x
Alderperson Grimm
x
Alderperson Lovell
x
Alderperson Nelson
x
Alderperson
x
Chamberlin
The motion carried.
EXECUTIVE SESSION/CLOSED MEETING
ADJOURNMENT
Motion and second were made by Alderpersons Nelson/Hale to adjourn.
ROLL CALL Yes No Absent
Alderperson Gossett
x
Alderperson Pickel
x
Alderperson Ketcham
x
Alderperson Hale
x
Alderperson Grimm
x
Alderperson Lovell
x
Alderperson Nelson
x
Alderperson
x
Chamberlin
The motion carried.
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Andi Smith-Walters, City Clerk
_________________________________________________________________
Kent McDowell, Mayor