The Rock Island City Council met in Study Session at 5:00 p.m. in the Personnel Conference Room of Rock Island City Hall.  Present were Mayor Mark W. Schwiebert, presiding, and Alderman Terry M.A. Brooks I, David Conroy, Dennis E. Pauley, Stephen L. Tollenaer, Margie Mejia-Caraballo, Joy Murphy, and Charles O. Austin III. Also present were City Manager John Phillips, Planning and Redevelopment Administrator Alan Carmen, Construction Officer Rick Daley, Housing Program Officer Carol Triebel, Lead Program Manager Mel Piff, and Grants and Website Coordinator Trisha Taylor.

 

 

City Manager John Phillips lead the discussion by noting that the Citizen Of The Year process was approaching, and inquired upon the Council for two volunteers. Alderwoman Joy Murphy and Alderwoman Mejia-Caraballo accepted the honor.   

 

City Manager John Phillips made reference to a handout (Letter) he distributed regarding the site on the United Quad Cities project.

 

HOUSING REHABILITATION PROGRAM

 

Mr. Phillips then inquired upon Planning and Redevelopment Administrator Alan Carmen to provide a presentation on information regarding the Housing Rehabilitation Program in which livable neighborhoods has been one of the City’s broad goals for some time. Mr. Phillips also commented that Rock Island has been a leader in efforts to preserve the older housing in the City.

 

Planning and Redevelopment Administrator Alan Carmen lead the discussion by introducing the staff affiliated with the Housing Rehabilitation Program: Construction Officer Rick Daly, Housing Program Officer Carol Triebel, Lead Program Manager Mel Piff and Grants and Website Coordinator Trisha Taylor. Mr. Carmen stated that the main goals of the program are to eliminate unsafe conditions, improve the quality of housing, stabilize neighborhoods and increase the housing supply.

 

Mr. Carmen noted the programs that are offered under the Housing Rehabilitation programs. Various programs are the Emergency Loan Program, Roof Loan Program, Lead Based Treatment Program and the Downtown TIF Upper Story Housing Rehab Program. Also, the qualifications for all of the programs are based on an applicant’s household size and income.

 

Mr. Carmen stated that the City has operated a variety of loan programs over the years. The programs are annually evaluated and modified in response to community needs, program demand and changes in federal regulations. Mr. Carmen also commented that the Paint, Facelift, Supplemental Rehab Loan, and Emergency Principal Reduction Loan Programs were all discontinued. This was in response to shifts in program demand and lead-based paint regulations that rendered the programs.

 

Mr. Carmen acknowledged that the City has maintained its most popular and cost effective programs including the Roof Loan, Emergency Loan and Targeted Rehabilitation Loan Programs. These programs have been unique to the Rock Island community because other agencies operating housing programs typically do not address emergency situations, and do not serve the proportion of extremely low-income households.

 

Mr. Carmen stated that over the past seven years, the City has completed an average of 59 units a year with total investments, and an average of 55 units a year with CDBG investments. In addition to the 50 plus units of CDBG cases completed each year, the City Rehab staff also maintains a steady workload of Downtown TIF Upper Story housing rehabilitation cases.

 

Mr. Carmen acknowledged that the average household assisted by City housing programs is a Female - headed family household earning between 30% to 50 % of the median family income. Also, a diverse range of households were assisted with 53% Caucasian, 37% African American and 10% of Hispanic ethnicity.

 

Mr. Carmen concluded that the Housing rehabilitation Programs help families stay in their homes, the multiple programs meets multiple needs and the programs are modified to meet changing needs. Also, these programs are achieving City Council goals of livable neighborhoods and an improved downtown.

 

 

Human Relations Commission

 

Mayor Schwiebert then spoke on the Human Relations Commission Fair Housing Board. Mayor Schwiebert stated that a month ago, some folks from the NAACP Rock Island County Chapter visited him, and inquired upon the Mayor as to what the City was doing about the inactive Human Relations Commission. The Mayor commented that the reason the commission has not been activated is because there hasn’t been a lot of call for service for it. The Mayor noted that the Human Relations Commission Fair Housing Board serves as a mediation Board. The NAACP explained to the Mayor that there have been complaints they have not been able to deal with. The Mayor was asked to reconstitute the Commission.

 

Mayor Schwiebert noted that as reactivated, the first function of the Commission would be to collect and disseminate information through brochures or other material, and the second function of the Commission would be to resolve the issues between the parties in a mutually acceptable fashion. Mayor Schwiebert also noted that if the issues were not resolvable then the Commission could refer the parties on to the State Human Relations Commission or EEOC for action.

 

Mayor Schwiebert concluded that he would look for favorable action from the Council on the appointment of individuals to the Human Relations Commission Fair Housing Board.

 

 

 

EXECUTIVE SESSION

 

A motion was made by Alderman Austin and seconded by Alderman Conroy to recess to Executive Session on matters of Property Acquisition and Personnel. The motion carried on a roll call vote. Those voting Aye being Alderman Brooks, Alderman Conroy, Alderman Pauley, Alderman Tollenaer, Alderwoman Mejia-Caraballo, Alderwoman Murphy and Alderman Austin; those voting No, none.  The meeting was recessed at 6:15 p.m.

 

ADJOURNMENT

 

 Mayor Schwiebert reconvened the regular meeting at 6:38 p.m.  A motion made by Alderman Conroy and seconded by Alderman Tollenaer to adjourn the meeting carried on a roll call vote. Those voting Aye being Alderman Brooks, Alderman Conroy, Alderman Pauley, Alderman Tollenaer, Alderwoman Mejia-Caraballo, Alderwoman Murphy and Alderman Austin; those voting No, none. The meeting was adjourned at 6:39 p. m.

 

   

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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                                                                      Aleisha L. Patchin, City Clerk

 

 

 

 

 

The Rock Island City Council met in regular session at 6:45 p.m. in the Council Chambers of Rock Island City Hall. Present were Mayor Mark W. Schwiebert, presiding, and Aldermen Terry M.A. Brooks I, David Conroy, Dennis E. Pauley, Stephen L. Tollenaer, Margie Mejia-Caraballo, Joy Murphy and Charles O. Austin III. City Manager   John Phillips was also present.

 

Introductory Proceedings

 

Mayor Schwiebert called the meeting to order and lead in the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America.  Alderman Tollenaer gave the Invocation. 

 

Agenda Item #5

Minutes of the Meeting of May 21, 2007. 

 

A motion was made by Alderwoman Murphy and seconded by Alderwoman Mejia-Caraballo to approve the Minutes of the Meeting of May 21, 2007 as written. The motion carried by the following Aye and No vote; those voting Aye being Alderman Brooks, Alderman Conroy, Alderman Pauley, Alderman Tollenaer, Alderwoman Mejia-Caraballo, Alderwoman Murphy, and Alderman Austin; those voting No, none.

 

Agenda Item #6

Proclamation declaring the month of June, 2007 as Catholic Charities Month.

 

Mayer Schwiebert read the Proclamation declaring the month of June 2007 as Catholic Charities Month. Mr. Pat Carlson stepped forward to receive the Proclamation on behalf of the Catholic Charities. Mr. Carlson noted that it was his personal privilege to serve the residents of Rock Island and the Quad Cities for the last sixteen years, and thanked the Mayor for the Proclamation.

 

Agenda Item #7

Proclamation declaring the month of June, 2007 as National Homeownership Month.

 

Mayor Schwiebert read the Proclamation declaring the month of June, 2007 as National Homeownership Month. Rock Island Economic Growth Executive Director Brian Hollenback stepped forward to receive the Proclamation. Mr. Hollenback stated that the Homeownership event is on June 20th of this year at 12:00 p. m. in Blackhawk State Park, and this year all of the local, regional and national partners will be acknowledged. Mr. Hollenback then noted that they will celebrate over 350 new homeowners in Rock Island since 1998. Mr. Hollenback also stated that through the numerous contributions, there is a leverage of approximately 55 million dollars that will literally change the face of the housing stock, and create new homes in older neighborhoods.  Mr. Hollenback concluded that this is a huge accomplishment for a city of our size to have this type of investment within our neighborhoods.

 

Agenda Item # 8

Designation of Mayor Pro Tem

 

Alderman Conroy nominated Alderman Pauley to be Mayor Pro Tem for 2007-2008, which nomination was seconded by Alderman Brooks. Nominations were then closed. Alderman Pauley was elected as Mayor Pro Tem. The motion carried by the following Aye and No vote: those voting Aye being Alderman Brooks, Alderman Conroy,  Alderman Tollenaer, Alderwoman Mejia-Caraballo, Alderwoman Murphy, and Alderman Austin; those voting No, none.  Alderman Pauley abstained.

 

Agenda Item #9

 

 Mayor Schwiebert closed the regular meeting at 6:58 p.m. and opened a Public Hearing on a request from Ed and Julie Dean to amend an existing Special Use Permit for a dog and cat grooming business, and a second floor apartment at 1610 18th Avenue.

  

 Mayor Schwiebert Swore in Ed Dean.

 

Mr. Dean of 1604 18th Avenue (business located at 1610 18th Avenue) addressed the Council and explained that the business has grown, and with the first Permit one individual was employed from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday.  Mr. Dean noted that they would like to expand the business and employ three (3) individuals from 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday.

 

Mayor Schwiebert addressed Mr. Dean and noted that this was a previously approved Special Use Permit with some expansion. 

 

Mayor Schwiebert then read the changes in stipulations for approval of this request, which include: The business be limited to three full-time employees, hours of operation are limited to 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, and a total of five off street parking spaces be provided on the subject site.

 

With no other persons present to speak in favor of, or in opposition to the Special Use Permit application, Mayor Schwiebert closed the Public Hearing and reconvened the regular meeting at 7:04 p.m.

 

It was moved by Alderman Austin, seconded by Alderman Pauley, to approve the request for an amendment to the Special Use Permit at 1610 18th Avenue subject to changes in stipulations being that the business be limited to three full-time employees, hours of operation are limited to 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, a total of five off street parking spaces be provided on the subject site, and refer to the City Attorney for an Ordinance. The motion carried by the following Aye and No vote:  those voting Aye being Alderman Brooks, Alderman Conroy, Alderman Pauley, Alderman Tollenaer, Alderwoman Mejia-Caraballo, Alderwoman Murphy, and Alderman Austin; those voting No, none.

 

Agenda Item #10

 
 
Special Ordinance vacating the south ten feet of 20th Avenue adjacent to the property located at 2001 46th Street, extending east from 46th Street to the corporate border with the City of Moline.

 

It was moved by Alderman Pauley , seconded by Alderman Austin to consider, suspend the rules and pass the Ordinance vacating the south ten feet of 20th Avenue adjacent to the property located at 2001 46th Street, extending east from 46th Street to the corporate border with the City of Moline. The motion carried by the following Aye and No vote:  those voting Aye being Alderman Brooks, Alderman Conroy, Alderman Pauley, Alderman Tollenaer, Alderwoman Mejia-Caraballo, Alderwoman Murphy, and Alderman Austin; those voting No, none.

 

Agenda Item #11

Special Ordinance eliminating a handicapped parking space located at 909 21st Street.

 

Alderman Pauley moved and Alderwoman Murphy seconded to consider, suspend the rules and pass the Ordinance eliminating a handicapped parking space located at 909 21st Street. The motion carried by the following Aye and No vote:  those voting Aye being Alderman Brooks, Alderman Conroy, Alderman Pauley, Alderman Tollenaer, Alderwoman Mejia-Caraballo, Alderwoman Murphy, and Alderman Austin; those voting No, none

 

Agenda Item #12

 
 
Special Ordinance vacating a 14.44’ by 97.16’ segment of an East/West alley between 8th and 9th Streets and North of 4th Avenue.

 

It was moved by Alderwoman Murphy, seconded by Alderwoman Mejia-Caraballo to consider, suspend the rules and pass the Ordinance vacating a 14.44’ by 97.16’ segment of an East/West alley between 8th and 9th Streets and North of 4th Avenue. The motion carried by the following Aye and No vote:  those voting Aye being Alderman Brooks, Alderman Conroy, Alderman Pauley, Alderman Tollenaer, Alderwoman Mejia-Caraballo, Alderwoman Murphy, and Alderman Austin; those voting No, none.

 

Agenda Item #13

CLAIMS

 

It was moved by Alderman Pauley, seconded by Alderman Austin, to accept the following reports and authorize payments as recommended.  The motion carried by the following Aye and No vote: those voting Aye being Alderman Brooks, Alderman Conroy, Alderman Pauley, Alderman Tollenaer, Alderwoman Mejia-Caraballo, Alderwoman Murphy and Alderman Austin; those voting No, none.

 

a.       Report from the Personnel Department regarding payment in the amount of $3,990.05 to Patrick Ibarro (Mejorando Group) for Succession Planning Training.   

 

b.      Report from the Personnel Department regarding payment in the amount of $5,718.95 to Califf and Harper for legal services rendered for the month of April 2007.

 

c.       Report from the Personnel Department regarding payment in the amount of $6,484.77 to Konecky, Koenig, Kutsunis and Weng for legal services rendered for May 2007.

 

d.      Report from the Personnel Department regarding payment in the amount of $1,422.43 to Cynthia Bryson and payment in the amount of $1,686.65 to Pekin Insurance for General Liability Claims.

 

e.       Report from the Public Works Department regarding payment #1 in the amount of $87,727.59 to Centennial Contractors Inc. for the 2007 PCC Street Patch Program. (136)

 

f.       Report from the Public Works Department regarding payment #1 and final in the amount of $73,076.50 to Walter D. Laud Inc. for the 2007 Brick Street Patch project. (137)

 

g.      Report from the Public Works Department regarding payment #8 in the amount of $55,190.47 to Brandt Construction Co. for 7th Avenue Resurfacing of 11 to 21 Streets. (138)

 

 

Agenda Item #14

Claims for the weeks of May 18 through May 31 in the amount of $1,157,892.10.

 

Alderman Pauley moved and Alderwoman Murphy seconded to allow the claims.  The motion carried by the following Aye and No vote:  those voting Aye being Alderman Brooks, Alderman Conroy, Alderman Pauley, Alderman Tollenaer, Alderwoman Mejia-Caraballo, Alderwoman Murphy, and Alderman Austin; those voting No, none.

 

Agenda Item #15

Payroll for the weeks of May 7 through May 20 in the amount of $1,079,326.20.  

 

It was moved by Alderwoman Mejia-Caraballo, seconded by Alderman Pauley to allow the payroll. The motion carried by the following Aye and No vote: those voting Aye being Alderman Brooks, Alderman Conroy, Alderman Pauley, Alderman Tollenaer, Alderwoman Mejia-Caraballo, Alderwoman Murphy, and Alderman Austin; those voting No, none.

 

Agenda Item #16

 
 
Report from the Public Works Department regarding the purchase of eight (8) 2007 Ford F150 Extended Cab Pickups from Morrow Brothers Ford Inc. in the amount of $147,915.04.

 

Alderman Conroy moved and Alderwoman Murphy seconded to approve the purchase as recommended, and refer to the City Attorney for an Ordinance declaring the current trucks as surplus. The motion carried by the following Aye and No vote: those voting Aye being Alderman Brooks, Alderman Conroy, Alderman Pauley, Alderman Tollenaer, Alderwoman Mejia-Caraballo, Alderwoman Murphy, and Alderman Austin; those voting No, none.

 

Agenda Item #17

Report from the Public Works Department regarding the purchase of ten (10) 2008 Ford Ranger Extended Cab Pickups and five (5) Ford F350 Extended Cab Chassis from Landmark Ford Inc. in the amount of $224,707.00.

 

It was moved by Alderwoman Murphy, seconded by Alderwoman Mejia-Caraballo to approve the purchase as recommended, and refer to the City Attorney for an Ordinance declaring the current trucks as surplus. The motion carried by the following Aye and No vote: those voting Aye being Alderman Brooks, Alderman Conroy, Alderman Pauley, Alderman Tollenaer, Alderwoman Mejia-Caraballo, Alderwoman Murphy, and Alderman Austin; those voting No, none.

 

Agenda Item #18

Report from the Public Works Department regarding bids for the 2007 Parking Ramp Improvements, recommending the bid be awarded to Truesdell Corporation of Wisconsin Inc. in the amount of $174, 174.74.

 

Alderwoman Mejia-Caraballo moved and Alderwoman Murphy seconded to award the bid as recommended and authorize the City Manager to execute the contract documents.

 

Discussion followed with Alderman Pauley inquiring upon Tim Ridder, Assistant to the Public Work Director as to why the City decided on Truesdell when the bid was rather low compared to the other estimates.

 

Mr. Ridder explained that the Truesdell Corporation is a relatively large company, and the City has a local individual who used to be employed for civil construction. This individual will be the lead man on the job. Mr. Ridder felt comfortable with the situation.

 

After discussion, the motion carried by the following Aye and No vote: those voting Aye being Alderman Brooks, Alderman Conroy, Alderman Pauley, Alderman Tollenaer, Alderwoman Mejia-Caraballo, Alderwoman Murphy, and Alderman Austin; those voting No, none.

 

 

Agenda Item #19

 
 
Report from the Public Works Department regarding the Environmental Site Assessment, recommending a contract be awarded to Symbiont in the amount of $39,490.00 for a Phase II Environmental Site Assessment of the property located at 601 1st Street.

 

It was moved by Alderman Pauley, seconded by Alderman Conroy to award the contract as recommended, and authorize the City Manager to execute the contract documents. The motion carried by the following Aye and No vote: those voting Aye being Alderman Brooks, Alderman Conroy, Alderman Pauley, Alderman Tollenaer, Alderwoman Mejia-Caraballo, Alderwoman Murphy, and Alderman Austin; those voting No, none.

 

Agenda Item #20

Report from the Finance Department regarding adjustments to the fiscal year 2008 Budget.

 

Alderman Tollenaer moved and Alderwoman Murphy seconded approve the adjustments to the fiscal year 2008 Budget as recommended. The motion carried by the following Aye and No vote: those voting Aye being Alderman Brooks, Alderman Conroy, Alderman Pauley, Alderman Tollenaer, Alderwoman Mejia-Caraballo, Alderwoman Murphy, and Alderman Austin; those voting No, none.

 

Agenda Item #21

 
 
Report from the Public Works Department regarding a request from the Coast Guard Auxiliary to use the parking lot area at Sunset Marina on Sunday, June 17, July 22, and August 12, 2007 from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p. m. for their Boat-in Pancake Breakfast.

 

It was moved by Alderwoman Mejia-Caraballo, seconded by Alderwoman Murphy to

approve the use of the parking lot area on the requested dates for the Coast Guard Auxiliary as recommended. The motion carried by the following Aye and No vote: those voting Aye being Alderman Brooks, Alderman Conroy, Alderman Pauley, Alderman Tollenaer, Alderwoman Mejia-Caraballo, Alderwoman Murphy, and Alderman Austin; those voting No, none.

 

Agenda Item #22

Report from the Traffic Engineering Committee regarding a request for removal of a handicapped parking space located at 712 14 ˝ Street.

 

Alderman Conroy moved and Alderwoman Murphy seconded approve the request for removal of a handicapped parking space located at 712 14 ˝ Street, and refer to the City Attorney for an Ordinance. The motion carried by the following Aye and No vote: those voting Aye being Alderman Brooks, Alderman Conroy, Alderman Pauley, Alderman Tollenaer, Alderwoman Mejia-Caraballo, Alderwoman Murphy, and Alderman Austin; those voting No, none.

 

Agenda Item # 23

Report from the Mayor regarding Appointments to the Water Pollution Control Board and Park Board.

 

It was moved by Alderwoman Murphy, seconded by Alderwoman Mejia-Caraballo to approve the appointments as recommended. The motion carried by the following Aye and No vote: those voting Aye being Alderman Brooks, Alderman Conroy, Alderman Pauley, Alderman Tollenaer, Alderwoman Mejia-Caraballo, Alderwoman Murphy, and Alderman Austin; those voting No, none.

 

Appointments/Reappointments to the Water Pollution Control Board include Emily Smith, John Hass, Gary Kennelly, Robert Motz and Dr. Dell Jensen. All of these individuals have been reappointed for a three (3) year term expiring on April 30, 2010.

 

Appointments/Reappointments to the Park Board include Fred Dasso and Carolyn Ross. Both individuals have been reappointed for a three (3) year term expiring April 30, 2010.

 

Agenda Item #24

Report from the Mayor regarding a Resolution for Passenger Rail Service

 
 

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Alderman Pauley moved and Alderwoman Mejia-Caraballo seconded to adopt the Resolution as recommended.

 

Discussion followed with Mayor Schwiebert stating to Council that the Resolution had been requested by the Chamber as part of the City’s efforts to encourage the development of passenger rail service to the Quad Cities.  Mayor Schwiebert noted that there has been funding made available for a study of the best route between Chicago and the Quad Cities for reestablishment of Passenger Rail Service. The Mayor commented that in three (3) to five (5) years, there could be passenger rail service provided funding is made available at the Federal and State levels.  

 

After discussion, the motion carried by the following Aye and No vote: those voting Aye being Alderman Brooks, Alderman Conroy, Alderman Pauley, Alderman Tollenaer, Alderwoman Mejia-Caraballo, Alderwoman Murphy, and Alderman Austin; those voting No, none.

 

Agenda Item #25

Report from the City Clerk’s Office regarding an activity application and Resolution for the annual Ride the River on June 17, 2007.

 

Alderwoman Murphy moved and Alderwoman Mejia-Caraballo seconded to approve

the application and adopt the Resolution as recommended. The motion carried by the following Aye and No vote: those voting Aye being Alderman Brooks, Alderman Conroy, Alderman Pauley, Alderman Tollenaer, Alderwoman Mejia-Caraballo, Alderwoman Murphy, and Alderman Austin; those voting No, none.

Agenda Item #26

Report from the City Clerk’s Office regarding a Great River Plaza Activity/Event application for SK Model Management to hold their Grand Opening on Friday, June 22, 2007 from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

 

It was moved by Alderman Austin, seconded by Alderwoman Murphy to approve the Activity/Event application as recommended. The motion carried by the following Aye and No vote: those voting Aye being Alderman Brooks, Alderman Conroy, Alderman Pauley, Alderman Tollenaer, Alderwoman Mejia-Caraballo, Alderwoman Murphy, and Alderman Austin; those voting No, none.

 

Agenda Item #27

Report from the City Clerk’s Office regarding a Resolution for the Downtown Partnership (Davenport) and the District of Rock Island to sponsor the “Red, White and Boom” Independence Day Celebration with a fireworks display off of the Centennial Bridge.

 

Alderwoman Mejia-Caraballo moved and Alderman Conroy seconded to adopt the Resolution as recommended. The motion carried by the following Aye and No vote: those voting Aye being Alderman Brooks, Alderman Conroy, Alderman Pauley, Alderman Tollenaer, Alderwoman Mejia-Caraballo, Alderwoman Murphy, and Alderman Austin; those voting No, none.

 


Agenda Item #28

Items from the City Manager’s Memorandum Packet.

 

City Manager John Phillips made reference to the annual certified report on Historic Preservation Activities, which needs to be submitted to the Illinois Historic Preservation Agency.

 

Alderman Brooks commented on the amazing people and efforts involved on the May 24th Travis Hearn Build Project.

 

Mayor Schwiebert noted that this project showed great teamwork, and a remarkable concern and commitment for the Hearn Family.

 

City Manager Phillips commented that the Travis Hearn Build Project was the first ever speed build project, and a good coordinated effort.

 

Alderman Austin encouraged people to drive by the neighborhood where Mr. Hearn’s house was built. Alderman Austin also made reference to the June 8th and 9th event in the downtown Plaza, Gumbo Ya, Ya. Alderman Austin stated there will be an excellent quality of music that the District staff has lined up for the event.  Alderman Austin also referenced a few calls he had received regarding curbside recycling in Rock Island, stating that citizens were inquiring as to when Rock Island would offer the service. Alderman Austin also stated that he was very pleased to see a pamphlet distributed by the Police and Public Works about the City’s Deer Population. Alderman Austin noted that the pamphlet gives ideas on how to deter the deer population.  

 

Alderwoman Murphy commented that she and some neighbors were the unfortunate recipients of Gang Graffiti recently. Alderman Murphy inquired upon citizens, if they fall victim to Gang Graffiti call the Police first so they can take pictures. Alderwoman Murphy also stated that beginning on June 7th, Rock Island Parks and Recreation Department will start their Music Under The Stars. It will be a free event every Tuesday evening for ten (10) weeks. There will be an ice-cream social every Tuesday beginning at 6:00 p.m. with music at 7:00 p.m.

 

Alderman Conroy congratulated all of the 2007 graduates, and noted that Rock Island High School produced four (4) merit scholars this year.

 

Agenda Item #29

Other Business

 

Mr. Phil Scott of 8701 51st Street West signed in to speak on outdoor music at Cabanas, but was not available when called upon by Mayor Schwiebert.

 

Ms. Pat Helmich of 1612 18th Avenue addressed the Council regarding Item # 9 ( Public Hearing on a existing Special Use Permit for a dog and cat grooming business, and a second floor apartment at 1610 18th Avenue.)  Ms. Helmich had concerns regarding compliance of the Special Use Permit  regarding landscaping between the business and her property.

 

Mayor Schwiebert inquired upon Planning and Redevelopment Administrator Alan Carmen to address this concern.  Mr. Carmen stated that to his recollection there was nothing specifically discussed, and it is not reflected in the Ordinance regarding the landscape separation of the two adjoining properties.  Mayor Schwiebert inquired upon Mr. Carmen to talk to Ms. Helmich about her concerns.

 

Machelle Guy of 3515 9 ˝ Street Court addressed the Council to discuss the Rock Island Striders Track Team. Ms. Guy inquired upon the Council for a donation to help fund the Rock Island Striders Track Team with uniforms and spikes.  After discussion, Mayor Schwiebert suggested that Ms. Guy prepare a report for Council and converse with Parks and Recreation Director Bill Nelson. Mayor Schwiebert also noted that the report would be placed on the Agenda for June 11th, 2007.

 

Agenda Item #30

Executive Session II on matters of Property Acquisition and Personnel

 

A motion was made by Alderwoman Murphy, seconded by Alderman Conroy at 7:46 p.m. to recess to Executive Session on matters of Property Acquisition and Personnel. The motion carried on a roll call vote. Those voting Aye being Alderman Brooks, Alderman Conroy, Alderman Pauley, Alderman Tollenaer, Alderwoman Mejia-Caraballo, Alderwoman Murphy and Alderman Austin; those voting No, none. 

 

Agenda Item #31

Recess

 

Mayor Schwiebert reconvened the regular meeting at 8:35 p.m. A motion was made by Alderwoman Mejia-Caraballo and seconded by Alderman Pauley to recess to Monday, June 11, 2007 at 5:00 pm.  The motion carried by the following Aye and No vote: those voting Aye being Alderman Brooks, Alderman Conroy, Alderman Pauley, Alderman Tollenaer, Alderwoman Mejia-Caraballo, Alderwoman Murphy, and Alderman Austin; those voting No, none.

 

The meeting was recessed at 8:36 pm.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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                                                                      Aleisha L. Patchin, City Clerk