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Mechanical Carmittee
City Council Chambers
December 28, 1993
6:30 P.M.
Members Present: Chet Phillips, Dick Coay, Jim May, Chuck Chapman
Others Present: Don Edwards, James Elson, Clif O'Brien, Gary Orwig,
Ray McKinney, Bob DeRenzy, Mike Elam, George Spahn,
Bob Molleck, Kevin Meade, John Froehling, Don Hopper
Public Safety & Traffic Committee
Chuck Chapman, Chairman
The first item on the agenda was the fire report. Bob DeRenzy stated
the monthly report was self explanatory. No action was necessary by
the Committee.
Bob informed the Committee that the two cycle engine and pump which
runs the jaws of life needs to be replaced. The cost of a new engine
and pump with a trade in of the old unit, is $4500.00. Bob stated
that the fire department is willing to pay for ;half from their 2%
money if the city will pay for the other half. A motion was made by
Jim May and seconded by Chet Phillips recommending approval of the
purchase with the city paying half and the fire department paying
half. Voice vote. Motion carried.
The police report was next. The report was self explanatory. No
action was necessary by the Committee.
Mike Elam informed the Committee that the' video camera has been
installed in the booking room and invited the aldermen over to see the
setup.
The ESMA report was next. No action was necessary by the Committee.
No further action was taken by the Committee and the Public Safety and
Traffic Committee was adjourned.
Streets and Garbage Committee
Richard Coay, Chairman
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The first item on the agenda was a request to have stop signs placed
at the 12th Avenue and Vine Street intersection. A petition has been
received from residents in the area for the stop sign. A motion was
made by Dick Coay and seconded by Chuck Chapman to have the petition
placed on file and to have the police chief conduct a study of the
area.
When asked about the city's liability for Feaster's sign, it was noted
that a memo had been sent and had possibly been returned holding the
city harmless. The city attorney will check on the matter.
Chet Phillips asked about the possibility of opening the square to
traffic in front of Spurgeon's. The Committee discussed the blind
area at Chestnut Street and Main Street and the possibility of having
a right turn only at this intersection. The Committee instructed the
city attorney to look into the matter.
Mayor Edwards asked the Committee to look into the possibility of
placing a stop sign at Martin Avenue and Pine Street to stop
southbound traffic.
When asked about striping the crosswalks, Clif O'Brien stated that
they will be painted when Chestnut Street is permanently striped. He
stated they did not have time this fall.
Kevin Meade asked what the city's expense was for the street dances.
Dave Cope has indicated to him that McDonald's is willing to pay the
city's expense. Mayor Edwards stated he did not know at this time but
would check and let Kevin know the amount.
No further business was discussed and the Streets and Garbage
Committee was adjourned.
Lake, Buildings & Grounds Committee
Chet Phillips, Chairman
The first item on the agenda was a fish report from Ray P~AcKinney. He
stated that the Department of Conservation has suggested that 40,000
pounds of carp be removed frorn Canton Lake by comrierciai fishermen.
Ray stated he would like to advertise in the Canton Daily Ledger and
the Peoria Journal Star for the removal of the fish. A motion was
made by Chet Phillips and seconded by Dick Coay to allow Ray to
advertise for the removal of the fish. Voice vote. Motion carried.
Ray also stated that DOC has suggested that the city limit the size
and number of bass taken from the lake. They suggested a 15" limit
with three fish per day per fishermen. A motion was made by Chet
Phillips and seconded by Chuck Chapman to send this to the Legal and
Ordinance Committee to update the ordinance. Voice vote. Motion
carried.
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No further business was discussed and the Lake, Buildings and Grounds
Committee was adjourned.
Public Works - Water and Sewer Committee
Jim May, Chairman
The first item on the agenda was a water bill. Ray stated that the
original bill was $216.00 due to the fact that the outsider meter had
been going dead. After the adjustment, the bill was $113.00.
Discussion followed on the length of time the meter had been going
dead and the adjustment policy in place. The Committee referred the
ordinance to the Legal and Ordinance Committee for review and
consideration.
Ray requested permission to continue the contract with Badger Meter
Company for the replacement of the water meters. A motion was made by
Dick Coay and seconded by Chet Phillips to continue the contract.
Voice vote. Motion carried.
Ray McKinney requested permission to replace a clarifier drive. He
stated that CMT has recommended a Sumitomo unit at a cost of $7841.00.
Discussion followed on the nature of the item and the bidding
procedures. A motion was made by Jim May and seconded by Dick Coay
that specifications be drawn and the item be put out for bids. Voice
vote. Motion carried.
At this time a motion was made by Dick Coay and seconded by Chet
Phillips to go into executive session for the purpose of personnel.
Voice vote. Motion carried.
Executive session minutes are on file for review. The Committee
reconvened in open session.
No further business was discussed and the Public Works - Water and
Sewer Committee was adjourned.
Kayma Duncan - Committee Secretary
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