The Rock Island City Council met for Study Session at 5:00 p.m. on Monday, April 5, 2004, in the Personnel Conference Room of Rock Island City Hall. Present were Mayor Mark W. Schwiebert, presiding, and Aldermen Terry M. A. Brooks I, David R. Conroy, John E. Bauersfeld, Jr., Daniel Rockwell, Evelyn "Evie" R. White and Ann L. Keefe. Alderman Frank J. Forlini, Jr. was absent. Staff present included City Manager John C. Phillips, Public Works Director Bob Hawes, Personnel Director/Assistant to the City Manager John Thorson, Community and Economic Development Department Director Greg Champagne, Planning Administrator Alan Carmen, Public Works Department Administrative Assistant Tim Ridder, and Park and Recreation Director Bill Nelson.
City Manager John C. Phillips noted that the Executive Session would be on Personnel and Litigation, to be followed by a report on the TIF update that was included in the packets and a report on the Marina slip rentals. He called attention to the letter from the Rock Island Summerfest Committee, and their request to extend the hours for music on Thursday evening to 12:30 a.m. as in the past years. He stated that the City Attorney has reviewed this and indicated that someone who voted on the prevailing side could make the motion to place it on the Agenda for the next meeting (April 12) and it would need someone on the prevailing side to make the motion at that meeting as well if there was to be another vote taken. He suggested that the City Attorney could respond to questions from Council on this.
A motion made by Alderman White and seconded by Alderman Keefe to recess to Executive Session on matters of Personnel and Litigation CARRIED on a Roll Call vote. AYES: Aldermen Brooks, Conroy, Bauersfeld, Rockwell, White and Keefe. NAYS: None. The meeting was recessed at 5:20 p.m.
Mayor Schwiebert reconvened the regular session at 6:30 p.m.
Public Works Director Bob Hawes distributed information
regarding the slip inventory at the Marina.
Council discussed the concern about the number of slips that are not
rented, and it was determined that a report will be prepared for Council in the
near future that will include a marketing plan for these unleased slips. Council requested that the report also
include the waiting list for the slips that have been leased, noting that the
majority of the unleased slips are the uncovered without power.
A motion made by Alderman Rockwell and seconded by Alderman Keefe to adjourn the meeting CARRIED on a Roll Call vote. AYES: Aldermen Brooks, Conroy, Bauersfeld, Rockwell, White and Keefe. NAYS: None. The meeting was adjourned at 6:35 p.m.
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Jeanne F. Paggen, City Clerk
The Rock Island City Council met in regular session at 6:45 p.m. on Monday, April 5, 2004 in the Council Chambers of Rock Island City Hall. Present were Mayor Mark W. Schwiebert, presiding, and Aldermen Terry M. A. Brooks I, David R. Conroy, John E. Bauersfeld, Jr., Daniel Rockwell, Evelyn "Evie" R. White and Ann L. Keefe. Alderman Frank J. Forlini, Jr. was absent.
Mayor Schwiebert called the meeting to Order, led in the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America and gave the Invocation. A motion made by Alderman Keefe and seconded by Alderman White to approve the Minutes of the meeting of March 22 as printed CARRIED on a Voice vote.
Agenda Item #6
Alan Carmen, Planning Administrator, presented the “Preserve America Designation Award” to the Mayor and City Council. Representative Lane Evans who received it on behalf of the City of Rock Island from the First Lady Laura Bush had presented the award earlier in the day to Mayor Schwiebert at a press conference held in the Office of the Mayor. Mr. Carmen discussed the award, noting that Rock Island is only one of twenty cities in the United States receiving this designation, and this award entitles them to apply for grant money. He also discussed the two new brochures that have been updated and are now available to the public in City Hall and at the Library.
Agenda Item #7
Mayor Schwiebert read a
resolution in support of retaining state funding for the Quad Cities Convention
and Visitors Bureau. Joe Taylor,
Executive Director of the Quad Cities Convention and Visitors Bureau, spoke to
Council briefly on the reasons for the resolution. A motion made by Alderman White and seconded by Alderman
Bauersfeld to adopt the Resolution CARRIED on a Roll Call vote. AYES: Aldermen Brooks, Conroy, Bauersfeld,
Rockwell, White and Keefe. NAYS:
None.
Agenda Item #8
MARTIN LUTHER KING CENTER/DELIVERY OF BEER AND WINE
The City Clerk read a Special Ordinance establishing delivery of beer and wine, without compensation, for events as approved by the martin Luther King Community Center. Gerald Jones, Martin Luther King Center Director, spoke briefly about the ordinance. In response to a concern expressed by council members regarding this being a six-month trial, Mr. Jones noted that they would still be able to review it after six months, and at that time, the ordinance could be amended or rescinded if needed. A motion made by Alderman White and seconded by Alderman Brooks to consider, suspend the rules and pass the Ordinance CARRIED on a Roll Call vote. AYES: Aldermen Brooks, Conroy, Bauersfeld, Rockwell, White and Keefe. NAYS: None.
Agenda Item #9a
The City Clerk read a statement from the City Attorney in the amount of $7,389.00 for legal services through the month of March.
Agenda Item #9b
The City Clerk read a report from the Personnel Department recommending payment in the amount of $3,500 to Mr. Shultz for vehicle damage.
Agenda Item #9c
The City Clerk read a report from the Police Department recommending payment in the amount of $5,850.00 for the purchase of fifteen bulletproof vests.
Agenda Item #9d
The City Clerk read a report from the Police Department recommending payment in the amount of $6,953.52 to the Quad Cities Gang Task Force for the city’s share of the secretarial services.
Agenda Item #9e
The City Clerk read a report from the Finance Department recommending payment in the amount of $3,760.00 to Eide Bailly for research and work regarding payroll tax issues in the Park/Recreation Department.
Agenda Item #9f
The City Clerk read a report from the Information Technology Services Department recommending payment in the amount of $65,497.00 to Harris Computer Systems for maintenance contracts.
Agenda Item #9g
The City Clerk read a report from the Public Works Department recommending payment in the amount of $163,134.72 to Brandt Construction for the 17th Street Resurfacing.
Agenda Item #9h
The City Clerk read a report from the Public Works Department recommending payment in the amount of $4,663.25 to Triad Engineering for professional services in regard to the Water Extension to Turkey Hollow Road.
Agenda Item #9i
ENVIRONMARK/ENVIRONMENTAL
CLEANING, WASTE DISPOSAL
The City Clerk read a report from the Public Works Department recommending payment in the amount of $5,894.13 to Enviromark for environmental cleaning and hazardous waste disposal services.
Agenda Item #9j
TRIAD ENGINEERING/LONG TERM
CONTROL PLAN
The City Clerk read a report from the Public Works Department recommending payment in the amount of $116,158.24 to Triad Engineering for the Long Term Control Plan.
Agenda Item #9k
The City Clerk read a report from the Public Works Department recommending payment in the amount of $27,620.15 to Triad Engineering for the Raw Water Intake Study.
Agenda Item #9l
The City Clerk read a report from the Public Works Department recommending payment in the amount of $9,225.44 to Gardner Carton and Douglas for professional services for the Pretreatment Program.
Agenda Item #9m
The City Clerk read a report from the Public Works Department recommending payment in the amount of $1,980.00 to Langman Construction for the Creek Repair at 46th Street and 39th Avenue project.
Agenda Item #9n
The City Clerk read a report from the Public Works Department recommending payment in the amount of $4,429.90 to Valley Construction for an emergency water main repair at Blackhawk Road and 44th Street.
Agenda Item #9o
The City Clerk read a report from the Public Works Department recommending payment in the amount of $2,920.08 to Brandt Construction for an emergency water main repair at 8905 35th Street West.
Agenda Item #9p
LANGMAN CONSTRUCTION/SEWER
REPAIR – 24 STREET, 9 AVENUE
The City Clerk read a report from the Public Works Department recommending payment in the amount of $25,827.84 to Langman Construction for an emergency sewer repair at 24th Street and 9th Avenue.
Agenda Item #9q
LANGMAN CONSTRUCTION/SEWER
REPAIR – 1 AVENUE, 18 STREET
The City Clerk read a report from the Public Works Department recommending payment in the amount of $6,810.53 to Langman Construction for an emergency sewer repair at 1st Avenue and 18th Street.
A motion made by Alderman Keefe and seconded by Alderman Rockwell to accept the reports and authorize payments as recommended CARRIED on a Roll Call vote. AYES: Aldermen Brooks, Conroy, Bauersfeld, Rockwell, White and Keefe. NAYS: None.
Agenda Item #10
MARCH
19 THROUGH APRIL 1
The City Clerk read the claims for the weeks of March 19 through April 1 in the amount of $1,443,064.57. A motion made by Alderman White and seconded by Alderman Bauersfeld to allow the claims CARRIED on a Roll Call vote. AYES: Aldermen Brooks, Conroy, Bauersfeld, Rockwell, White and Keefe. NAYS: None.
PAYROLL
Agenda Item #11
MARCH
15 THROUGH 28
The City Clerk read the payroll for the weeks of March 15 through 28 in the amount of $928,179.17.
|
GENERAL FUND |
$643,129.46 |
|
TIF DISTRICT #1 DOWNTOWN |
513.13 |
|
TIF DISTRICT #2 SOUTH 11 STREET |
196.87 |
|
TIF DISTRICT #3 NORTH |
196.86 |
|
KING CENTER |
3,677.57 |
|
FEDERAL COPS GRANT |
4,115.52 |
|
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
BLOCK GRANT |
24,050.92 |
|
LIBRARY |
40,587.63 |
|
ELDERLY SERVICES CONTRIBUTION |
99.52 |
|
CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS |
3,891.30 |
|
WATER |
55,949.46 |
|
SEWER |
39,110.44 |
|
COMMUNITY/ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT |
6,234.05 |
|
BRIDGE |
830.99 |
|
SUNSET MARINA |
8,840.31 |
|
PARK AND RECREATION |
62,556.40 |
|
EQUIPMENT MAINTENANCE |
23,862.38 |
|
SELF INSURANCE |
1,442.56 |
|
EMPLOYEE HEALTH INSURANCE |
787.53 |
|
MLK ACTIVITY FUND |
4,587.22 |
|
DRUG PREVENTION FUND |
3,519.05 |
|
TOTAL |
$928,179.17 |
A motion made by Alderman White and seconded by Alderman Keefe to allow the payroll CARRIED on a Roll Call vote. AYES: Aldermen Brooks, Conroy, Bauersfeld, Rockwell, White and Keefe. NAYS: None.
CONTRACTS/AGREEMENTS
Agenda Item #12
GODWIN
PUMPS/FLOOD CONTROL LEVEE
The City Clerk read a report from the Public Works Department regarding bids for the purchase of two pumps for use on the flood control levee, recommending the bid of Godwin Pumps of America in the amount of $423,149.00. (Note: Correction made April 12 – should be “amount of $42,149.00.) Alderman Rockwell and Alderman Bauersfeld expressed concern about the purchase of these pumps at this time with the limited budget, rather than continuing to rent them. Public Works Director Bob Hawes responded that it is more cost effective, and the pumps may not be available at a time when they are needed most. He explained the purpose of purchasing two pumps, noting that they would continue to rent more pumps as needed. Alderman Conroy stated that a City on the River should have pumps in case of a flood. Mr. Hawes added that the Stormwater Utility revenue is being used for this purchase. Following discussion, a motion made by Alderman Keefe and seconded by Alderman White to award the bid as recommended and authorize the City Manager to execute the contract documents CARRIED on a Roll Call vote. AYES: Aldermen Brooks, Conroy, Bauersfeld, Rockwell, White and Keefe. NAYS: None.
Agenda Item #13
MIDWEST
AWNINGS/PLAZA STAGE CANOPY
The City Clerk read a report from the Public Works Department regarding bids for the replacement of the Plaza Stage Canopy, recommending the bid of Midwest Awnings in the amount of $7,100.00. A motion made by Alderman Bauersfeld and seconded by Alderman Conroy to award the bid as recommended and authorize the City Manager to execute the contract documents CARRIED on a Roll Call vote. AYES: Aldermen Brooks, Conroy, Bauersfeld, Rockwell, White and Keefe. NAYS: None.
Agenda Item #14
LOWER
CONSTRUCTION/FIRE STATION 3 ROOF
The City Clerk read a report from the Fire Department regarding bids on the roof of Fire Station 3, recommending the bid of Lower Construction in the amount of $53,600.00. A motion made by Alderman White and seconded by Alderman Keefe to award the bid as recommended and authorize the City Manager to execute the contract documents CARRIED on a Roll Call vote. AYES: Aldermen Brooks, Conroy, Bauersfeld, Rockwell, White and Keefe. NAYS: None.
Agenda Item #15
KYMBOL
KOMPLETE KARE/2004 WEED SPRAYING CONTRACT
The City Clerk read a report from the Public Works Department regarding bids for the 2004 Weed Spraying Contract, recommending the bid of Kymbol Komplete Kare in the amount of $8,650.00. A motion made by Alderman White and seconded by Alderman Bauersfeld to award the bid as recommended and authorize the City Manager to execute the contract documents CARRIED on a Roll Call vote. AYES: Aldermen Brooks, Conroy, Bauersfeld, Rockwell, White and Keefe. NAYS: None.
Agenda Item #16
CENTENNIAL
CONTRACTORS/2004 UTILITY CUT STREET REPAIR
The City Clerk read a report from the Public Works Department regarding bids for the 2004 Utility Cut Street Repair Program, recommending the bid of Centennial Contractors in the amount of $336,635.50. A motion made by Alderman Keefe and seconded by Alderman White to award the bid as recommended and authorize the City Manager to execute the contract documents CARRIED on a Roll Call vote. AYES: Aldermen Brooks, Conroy, Bauersfeld, Rockwell, White and Keefe. NAYS: None.
Agenda Item #17
BRANDT
CONSTRUCTION/85 AVENUE WEST
The City Clerk read a report from the Public Works Department regarding bids for the 85th Avenue West Watermain Extension, recommending the bid of Brandt Construction in the amount of $122,199.11. A motion made by Alderman Conroy and seconded by Alderman White to award the bid as recommended and authorize the City Manager to execute the contract documents CARRIED on a Roll Call vote. AYES: Aldermen Brooks, Conroy, Bauersfeld, Rockwell, White and Keefe. NAYS: None.
Agenda Item #18
PDC
LABORATORIES/ANNUAL LABORATORY SERVICE FEES
The City Clerk read a report from the Public Works Department regarding proposals for the Annual Laboratory Service Fees, recommending a three-year contract with PDC Laboratories in the total amount of $12,807.00. A motion made by Alderman Rockwell and seconded by Alderman Bauersfeld to award the contract as recommended and authorize the City Manager to execute the contract documents CARRIED on a Roll Call vote. AYES: Aldermen Brooks, Conroy, Bauersfeld, Rockwell, White and Keefe. NAYS: None.
Agenda Item #19
US
CELLULAR/WATER TOWER LEASE
The City Clerk read a report from the Public Works Department regarding a Water Tower Lease with US Cellular. A motion made by Alderman White and seconded by Alderman Rockwell to approve the lease agreement as recommended and authorize the City Manager to execute the contract documents CARRIED on a Roll Call vote. AYES: Aldermen Brooks, Conroy, Bauersfeld, Rockwell, White and Keefe. NAYS: None.
Agenda Item #20
MISSMAN,
STANLEY & ASSOCIATES/BLACKHAWK ROAD, 30 STREET
The City Clerk read a report from the Public Works Department regarding an agreement with Missman, Stanley and Associates for engineering services in connection with the city’s participation in the development of the property south of Blackhawk Road at 30th Street. A motion made by Alderman Bauersfeld and seconded by Alderman Conroy to approve the agreement and authorize the City Manager to execute the contract documents CARRIED on a Roll Call vote. AYES: Aldermen Brooks, Conroy, Bauersfeld, Rockwell, White and Keefe. NAYS: None.
Agenda Item #21
MISSMAN,
STANLEY & ASSOCIATES/17 STREET RESURFACING
The City Clerk read a report from the Public Works Department regarding an agreement with Missman, Stanley and Associates for structural engineering services for the retaining wall design as part of the 17th Street Resurfacing Project, at a cost of $4,900.00. A motion made by Alderman Bauersfeld and seconded by Alderman White to approve the agreement and authorize the City Manager to execute the contract documents CARRIED on a Roll Call vote. AYES: Aldermen Brooks, Conroy, Bauersfeld, Rockwell, White and Keefe. NAYS: None.
Agenda Item #22
MISSMAN,
STANLEY & ASSOCIATES/R I PARKWAY SLOPE STABILIZATION
The City Clerk read a report from the Public Works Department regarding an agreement with Missman, Stanley and Associates for structural engineering services for the retaining wall design as part of the Rock Island Parkway Slope Stabilization, at a cost of $4,900.00. A motion made by Alderman White and seconded by Alderman Bauersfeld to approve the agreement and authorize the City Manager to execute the contract documents CARRIED on a Roll Call vote. AYES: Aldermen Brooks, Conroy, Bauersfeld, Rockwell, White and Keefe. NAYS: None.
Agenda Item #23
SHIVE-HATTERY/STORM
WATER ISSUES – GENESIS
The City Clerk read a report from the Public Works Department regarding an amendment to a contract with Shive-Hattery for engineering services at a cost not to exceed $7,000.00 for a study of storm water issues associated with the Genesis property at 38th Street.
Alderman White asked if Genesis was contributing to this project, and Public Works Director Bob Hawes responded that they would not be contributing to the engineering portion, but would contribute to the construction work as part of the development agreement.
He noted that, by the time they begin construction, they would need to comply with the Stormwater Ordinance. He added that the engineering contract with Shive-Hattery is to look at options for the design and the increase of the size of the pipes. He noted that the plans for building are indefinite at this time, but the work being done on the water/sewer service pipes should alleviate the flooding problems in that neighborhood. Following discussion, a motion made by Alderman Rockwell and seconded by Alderman Brooks to approve the agreement and authorize the City Manager to execute the contract documents CARRIED on a Roll Call vote. AYES: Aldermen Brooks, Conroy, Bauersfeld, Rockwell, White and Keefe. NAYS: None.
Agenda Item #24
ILLINOIS
DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES/LICENSE AGREEMENT
The City Clerk read a report from the Public Works Department regarding a license agreement between the City of Rock Island and the Illinois Department of Natural Resources, recommending approval of the license at a cost of $210.00. A motion made by Alderman Rockwell and seconded by Alderman Bauersfeld to approve the license agreement and authorize the City Manager to execute the contract documents CARRIED on a Roll Call vote. AYES: Aldermen Brooks, Conroy, Bauersfeld, Rockwell, White and Keefe. NAYS: None.
Agenda Item #25
Q C
BOTANICAL CENTER/LEASE AGREEMENT
The City Clerk read a report from the Public Works Department regarding renewal of a lease agreement with the Quad City Botanical Center for a portion of the Raw Water Pumping Station to use for storage. A motion made by Alderman White and seconded by Alderman Keefe to approve the lease agreement and authorize the City Manager to execute the contract documents CARRIED on a Roll Call vote. AYES: Aldermen Brooks, Conroy, Rockwell, White and Keefe. NAYS: None. ABSTAIN: Alderman Bauersfeld.
Agenda Item #26
COMPRESSOR/SURPLUS
The City Clerk read a report from the Fire Department recommending that the old compressor be declared as surplus material, to be sold for $500.00 with the understanding that it is “sold as is.” A motion made by Alderman Keefe and seconded by Alderman Bauersfeld to declare the old compressor as surplus and refer to the City Attorney for an Ordinance CARRIED on a Voice vote.
Agenda Item #27
UNDERGROUND
STORAGE TANKS/ORDINANCE AMENDMENT
The City Clerk read a report from the Fire Department regarding the addition of a separate category to the existing ordinance for underground storage tanks at a fee not to exceed $200.00 per year. A motion made by Alderman Rockwell and seconded by Alderman Conroy to approve the change in fees and refer to the City Attorney for an Ordinance CARRIED on a Voice vote.
COMMUNITY AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
Agenda Item #28
Q C
INDUSTRIAL CENTER PROPERTY/ALLOCATION OF FUNDS
The City Clerk read a report from the Community and Economic Development Department regarding an allocation of $27,500.00 in economic development special project funds to assist with the development of a future land use plan for the Quad City Industrial Center property. A motion made by Alderman Keefe and seconded by Alderman White to approve the allocation of funds as recommended CARRIED on a Roll Call vote. AYES: Aldermen Brooks, Conroy, Bauersfeld, Rockwell, White and Keefe. NAYS: None.
Agenda Item #29
RI
GROWTH CORPORATION/
COMMITMENT
– LONGVIEW NEIGHBORHOOD INFILL
The City Clerk read a report from the Community and Economic Development Department regarding a commitment to the Rock Island Growth Corporation in the amount of $20,190.00 in CDBG funding to support the Longview Neighborhood infill construction incentive. A motion made by Alderman Bauersfeld and seconded by Alderman White to commit the funds as recommended CARRIED on a Roll Call vote. AYES: Aldermen Brooks, Conroy, Bauersfeld, Rockwell, White and Keefe. NAYS: None.
Agenda Item #30
PAYMENT
IN LIEU OF TAXES/HOUSING UNITS
The City Clerk read a report from the Community and Economic Development Department regarding a request for a “Payment in Lieu of Taxes” agreement for the development of six new units of housing to be owned and managed by the Housing Authority as rental units with the prospect of becoming owner-occupied in time. Brian Hollenback, of Rock Island Economic Growth Corporation, spoke to Council regarding the plans for this project. He noted that they plan to do this in two stages, with the first of the units to be started in thirty to forty five days, and the next three units to be started in about ninety days. He noted that the intent is to move people into home ownership, but there is not time frame on this and it will depend on when the person is ready to own their home. He noted that the prospective home owners will be required to take some classes in maintenance and other areas that will assist them in home ownership.
Alderman Bauersfeld commended Mr. Hollenback on the project, and indicated that he would encourage more of the same. Alderman Brooks commented that infill housing is one of the goals of the Council, and this will be good for the community. A motion made by Alderman Keefe and seconded by Alderman Brooks to approve the concept of the PILOT with the Housing Authority as recommended and authorize the City Manager to execute the contract documents CARRIED on a Roll Call vote. AYES: Aldermen Brooks, Conroy, Bauersfeld, Rockwell, White and Keefe. NAYS: None.
Agenda Item #31
12116
3 AVENUE/EMERGENCY PRL PROGRAM
The City Clerk read a report from the Community and Economic Development Department regarding a commitment from City Council for the Emergency-PRL Program at 1116 3rd Avenue in the amount of $29,172.00. A motion made by Alderman White and seconded by Alderman Rockwell to commit $29,172.00 for the Emergency-PRL Program CARRIED on a Roll Call vote. AYES: Aldermen Brooks, Conroy, Bauersfeld, Rockwell, White and Keefe. NAYS: None.
TRAFFIC ENGINEERING/PARKING
Agenda Item #32
TWO
–HOUR PARKING/FANTH CURRY HOME IMPROVEMENTS
The City Clerk read a report from the Traffic Engineering Committee regarding a request from Mark Preston, General Manager of Fanth Curry Home Improvements, to remove the two-hour parking zone in front of his business, recommending denial of the request. Alderman White asked why this is being denied, when there are not a lot of people parking there. Public Works Director Bob Hawes responded that, if this were to be a free parking space, the spaces would be filled all the time, and the customers and employees would not necessarily have these places available to park in. He added that they can get a Rover Permit which will allow them unlimited parking in any space that is not metered. He added that the ticket referred to by Mr. Preston has been forgiven, as they often do for space-to-space tickets. Following further discussion, a motion made by Alderman White and seconded by Alderman Rockwell to deny the request as recommended CARRIED on a Voice vote.
Agenda Item #33
NO
PARKING/EXTENSION
The City Clerk read a report from the Traffic Engineering Committee regarding a request from Nicholas Lentz for an extension of the no parking zone in front of his residence from the fire hydrant east to the driveway. A motion made by Alderman Keefe and seconded by Alderman Bauersfeld to approve the extension of the no parking zone as recommended and refer to the City Attorney for an Ordinance CARRIED on a Voice vote.
BOARDS/COMMISSIONS
Agenda Item #34
APPOINTMENTS/REAPPOINTMENTS
The City Clerk read the following appointments and reappointments:
Planning Commission:
Tim Meegan, Dennis Pauley, Lorian Swanson (reappointments)
Preservation Commission:
Pete Brauch, Daryl Empen, Deb Kuntzi (reappointments)
Electrical Code Board of Appeals:
Randy Tacey (reappointment)
Plumbing Code Board of Appeals:
Bill Kale, Alan Spears, Jim Lowry (reappointments)
Park Board:
Fred Dasso, Carolyn Ross (reappointments)
Sunset Marina Boaters Advisory Committee:
Mike Thoms (new appointment)
Bi-State Regional Commission:
Ann Keefe (new appointment)
Neighborhood Partners:
Carla McGreevey, Faye Jalloh, Rev. Greg Moore (new appointments)
A motion made by Alderman White and seconded by Alderman Conroy to approve the appointments and reappointments as recommended CARRIED on a Voice vote.
LICENSES/PERMITS
Agenda
Item #35
AUGIE’S/OUTDOOR
EVENT
The City Clerk read a report from the City Clerk regarding an outdoor event at Augie’s from Noon to 10:00 p.m. on May 1, requesting permission to sell alcohol outdoors in a fenced in area, Sound Amplification, alley closing and a portion of 20th Street blocked off in front of their establishment during the event, recommending approval of the event. Concern was expressed by Council regarding the closing of only a portion of 20th Street for the event. Captain Scott Harris and the City Clerk indicated that Agent Sponsler, RIPD, has been working with Augie’s on the traffic control and security that will be needed. A motion made by Alderman Keefe and seconded by Alderman Rockwell to approve the event, Sound Amplification, sale of alcohol outside, and alley and street closing, pending compliance with required security CARRIED on a Voice vote.
Agenda Item #36
CORNBELT
RUNNING CLUB/Q C DISTANCE CLASSIC
The City Clerk read a report from the City Clerk regarding an application from the Cornbelt Running Club for the annual Quad Cities Distance Classic to be held Sunday, May 9 beginning at 7:30 a.m. A motion made by Alderman Conroy and seconded by Alderman White to approve the application CARRIED on a Voice vote.
Agenda Item #37
R I
STRIDERS, MISSISSIPPI VALLEY GIRL SCOUTS/RUN-WALK
The City Clerk read a report from the City Clerk regarding an application from the Rock Island Striders and Mississippi Valley Girl Scouts for a Run/Walk to be held Saturday, May 15 beginning at 7:30 a.m. A motion made by Alderman White and seconded by Alderman Rockwell to approve the application CARRIED on a Voice vote.
ITEMS
FROM THE CITY MANAGER’S MEMORANDUM PACKET
City Manager John C. Phillips called attention to the information regarding the Volunteer Appreciation Event to be held May 24 at TPC; to Captain Wright, RIPD, being qualified to attend the FBI National Academy; and to the RiverVision Public Meeting, which will be held in Davenport at the River Center on Wednesday, May 12 at 7:00 p.m. He noted that this will be a joint meeting of the Davenport and Rock Island City Councils.
OTHER
BUSINESS
Alderman Bauersfeld asked Mr. Hawes about IDOT doing some resurfacing on 7th Avenue, (Note: correction made April 12 – should be “..resurfacing on 4th and 5th Avenue,) and asked if this could be postponed and another area done instead. He noted the proposal for narrowing of 7th Avenue (Note: correction made April 12 – should be “..narrowing of 5th Avenue) , which will affect the work being done by IDOT. Mr. Hawes indicated that IDOT would be doing a quick resurfacing and not a very involved labor project. Alderman Bauersfeld asked if they could address the 38th Street project with the change of traffic lanes.
Alderman Rockwell announced his Ward Meeting on April 13 at First Baptist Church at 6:00 p.m. He stated that he expects it to last about one hour, and they will focus on yard waste and stormwater, with representatives from Public Works present to address the questions and issues. He noted that they would also respond to any other questions from the audience.
Alderman White noted that she received a call from a young lady who wanted to know where the Rock Island Square is. Nobody seemed to know where that is.
Alderman Keefe noted that Longfellow School has received recognition as the best school in the nation for “Reading Is Fundamental” program. It was noted that a part of this program involved students attending a Council meeting to read a poem and to present a hat to Mayor Schwiebert.
Alderman Bauersfeld noted the letter from Claudia Robinson regarding the Summerfest. He asked about his standing to vote on the issue since he was absent. City Attorney John Konecky responded that someone on the prevailing side should make the main motion. Alderman Brooks indicated that he intended to make the motion to allow the music to continue until 12:30 a.m. on Thursday evening. Attorney Konecky clarified that the motion at this meeting should be to place the item on the Agenda for the meeting of April 12 for reconsideration. At that time, a Council member on the prevailing side of the previous motion can make the motion.
Claudia Robinson, Chairperson of the Rock Island Summerfest Committee, spoke to Council and reviewed her letter to them. She indicated that they have already contracted with a band for that period of time, and also noted that many of the not-for-profit organizations with food booths make the majority of their money during those hours. She stated that the committee has agreed to only have one band from 11:00 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. She added also that any excess money generated by the Committee over the cost of the event goes back into the District for Plaza improvements.
Following discussion, a motion made by Alderman Brooks and seconded by Alderman Keefe to place the item on the Agenda of April 12, to amend the motion made March 22, allowing the Rock Island Summerfest to continue the music until 12:30 a.m. CARRIED on a Voice vote.
RECESS
A motion made by Alderman Bauersfeld and seconded by Alderman White to recess to Monday, April 12 at 5:00 p.m. CARRIED on a Roll Call vote. AYES: Aldermen Brooks, Conroy, Bauersfeld, Rockwell, White and Keefe. NAYS: None.
The meeting was recessed at 8:00 p.m.
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Jeanne F. Paggen, City Clerk