The Rock Island City Council met in Study Session at 5:00 p.m. on Monday, July 12, 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., Dan Rockwell, Evelyn "Evie" R. White, Ann Keefe and Charles “Chuck” O. Austin. Staff present included Public Works Director/Acting City Manager Bob Hawes, City Attorney John P. Konecky, Community and Economic Development Department Director Greg Champagne, Planning Administrator Alan Carmen, Information Technology Services Director Claire Dubuisson, and Personnel Director/Assistant to the City Manager John Thorson. Also present was Dave McAdams.
Alan Carmen, Planning Administrator, reviewed the background of this issue, stating that the Council had received a request from Dave McAdams to vacate a portion of 15th Avenue east of 44th Street in May. There were issues and concerns expressed by Council, which resulted in a motion to defer the matter until the July 12 meeting. Mr. Carmen indicated that Mr. McAdams has been filling property that he owns for the last three years with the permission of the Engineering Division. He is now requesting that the 50 foot wide unimproved right-of-way segment of 15th Avenue east of 44th Street, be vacated so he can fill the remainder of the area, using material from his construction demolition business.
Mr. Carmen then shared slides of the area taken at various times. Some showed the area before improvements had been made. He indicated that a site visit was made June 4 to locate public utilities, to review the work completed by Mr. McAdam to date, and to identify issues and steps to be taken. A follow-up was done June 9, with Mr. McAdam at the site. A number of existing conditions, issues and agreements were identified at this time.
The issue of the right of way vacation has not been resolved, according to staff. If granted, Mr. McAdam would work with the Public Works Department so that the stormwater is conveyed from 44th Street through property tin question to the east where it will flow into the existing ravine. Mr. McAdams noted that he would be willing to work with staff to meet the conditions necessary. He indicated that some of the neighbors have talked about using the property for green space.
Council discussed having Mr. McAdams and his company do the work at the site in exchange for the property received from the City. Mr. McAdams stated that they would be able to do this. It was also suggested that a restrictive covenant be placed on the deed limiting the use to green space, with no building allowed on that area. Staff will come back to Council with recommendations for resolving this issue.
Community and Economic Development Department Director Greg Champagne reviewed the housing units and assistance provided by the city for infill housing. He noted that the city has helped with the development of 215 housing units, and there is still a lot of room on the market. He stated that staff would like to try to reduce the level of support, and there are a couple of projects still in negotiations and a couple that want support from the city.
Council discussed the direction staff is taking to reduce the level of support provided, noting that it is important that the project is still able to take off without the support requested. Alderman Conroy noted that each project is unique in size and scope, and suggested keeping the doors open, allowing staff to negotiate with the developers. Alderman Bauersfeld added that each project should be treated individually, with discussion to include costs as well as profits to determine the level of support from the city.
Mayor Schwiebert stated that there should be no standardized approach, noting that less support is given to infill than to projects in Southwest Rock Island. He suggested having some input into the design of infill housing to create some uniqueness of housing in Rock Island. Alderman Bauersfeld noted that the taxes are based on the purchase price, and taxes are not increased when the property is upgraded to a higher level. Alderman Brooks suggested that Council should not lose focus on the infill housing discussion in existing neighborhoods.
Following discussion, it was determined that staff will do a follow-up report for Council.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
A motion made by Alderman Rockwell and seconded by Alderman Keefe to recess to Executive Session on matters of Litigation CARRIED on a Roll Call vote. AYES: Aldermen Brooks, Conroy, Bauersfeld, Rockwell, White, Keefe and Austin. NAYS: None. The meeting was recessed at 6:15 p.m.
Mayor Schwiebert reconvened the regular meeting at 6:40 p.m. A motion made by Alderman Keefe and seconded by Alderman Austin to adjourn the meeting CARRIED on a Roll Call vote. AYES: Aldermen Brooks, Conroy, Bauersfeld, Rockwell, White, Keefe and Austin. NAYS: None.
The meeting was adjourned at 6:41 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, July 12, 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., Dan Rockwell, Evelyn "Evie" R. White, Ann Keefe and Charles “Chuck” O. Austin.
Mayor Schwiebert called the meeting to Order and led in the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America. Alderman Bauersfeld gave the Invocation. A motion made by Alderman White and seconded by Alderman Austin to approve the Minutes of the meeting of June 28 as printed CARRIED on a Voice vote.
Agenda Item #7
NOTE:
Since Mr. Youngs had called earlier to tell staff he may be late as he was
driving in from Chicago, the Agenda Items #6 and #7 were reversed, and Item #7
was heard first.
Mayor Schwiebert closed the regular meeting at 6:50 p.m. and opened a Public Hearing on a request from Zenon Herrera for a Special Use Permit to operate a vehicle repair business in the rear yard detached garage at 1634 12th Street.
Zenon Herrera, 1634 12th Street, reviewed his request for Council. He indicated that he has a full-time job, and does auto repair as a hobby. He noted that several of his friends have asked him to work on their cars, and he has been doing this, but would like to start charging for the work. He indicated that he does his work inside the garage, and does not intend to work in the driveway on the vehicles. He stated that he does mainly electrical work, and not bodywork. He responded to questions from Council, and indicated that he does not do jobs that take too long so he does not plan to have cars stacked up waiting for work.
Alderman Brooks stated that people make different statements, and he hoped that the people who signed the petition for Mr. Herrera would not be the ones calling him later to complain about the vehicles parked there. Alderman White suggested restricting him to one vehicle at a time.
Alderman Keefe noted that notices were sent to ten property owners, and only three of the signatures belonged to these people. Mr. Herrera indicated that the other signatures were renters. Alderman Keefe stated that when this first came to Council for permission to apply, she drove by and noticed a lot of cars there, including a van parked on the grass. Mr. Herrera indicated that they had relatives visiting at the time, but normally there were not that many cars parked there.
Alderman Austin asked if the garage is heated in the winter, and Mr. Herrera responded that it is not heated now, but he hopes to add that to the building. In response to a question about the three-car garage, Mr. Herrera stated that he owns two vehicles that are sometimes parked in the driveway. He stated that if he is working on a car, it is worked on in the garage.
Alderman Austin asked about the requirement for three parking spaces per bay, and Alan Carmen, Planning Administrator, responded that stack parking is not allowed. He added that he just found a letter from Duane Tschappat in his file stating that Mr. Tschappat is opposed to the Special Use Permit.
Alderman Brooks asked Mr. Herrera what he would do to prevent the cars from stacking up, and he was unable to give a response. He indicated that, if there were complaints, he knew the Special Use Permit would be revoked.
Rocklett Smith, 1229 12th Street, spoke in favor of the Special Use Permit. He indicated that Mr. Herrera has worked on his vehicle when he was a neighbor for 12 years, and did a good job. He also indicated that Mr. Herrera was a good neighbor, and kept up his property.
Mayor Schwiebert closed the Public Hearing, reconvened the regular meeting at 7:10 p.m. and entertained a motion. A motion was made by Alderman Brooks and seconded by Alderman Bauersfeld to approve the Special Use Permit with the stipulations that he be restricted to working on one car at a time, and direct staff to come back with the restrictions for signage, hours, etc.
Following further discussion and additional questions, Alderman Brooks made an amendment to the motion, which was seconded by Alderman Bauersfeld, to give Mr. Herrera a six-month trial period, which motion CARRIED on a Roll Call vote. AYES: Aldermen Brooks, Conroy, Bauersfeld and Austin. NAYS: Aldermen Rockwell, White and Keefe.
The main motion, as amended, FAILED on a Roll Call vote. AYES: Aldermen Brooks, Conroy and Bauersfeld. NAYS: Aldermen Rockwell, White, Keefe and Austin. The Special Use Permit was denied.
Agenda Item #6
Mayor Schwiebert closed the regular meeting at 7:28 p.m. and opened a Public Hearing on a request from Joel Youngs for a Special Use Permit to operate an insurance office at 2225 24th Street.
Joel Youngs, 10426 103 Street Court West, Taylor Ridge, reviewed his request for a Special Use Permit. He stated that he purchased the house at 2225 24th Street for the purpose of opening an Insurance Office. He stated that he is currently a Life Insurance salesperson for another company, but intends to work for All State Insurance Agency to sell various types of insurance. He noted that there is no All State Insurance Office in Rock Island.
He stated that there are other businesses around there – two day care centers, schools, etc. and he feels that this type of business would have a minimal impact on the neighborhood. He added that he, his wife and children walked the neighborhood and introduced themselves to the neighbors. He explained his purpose for buying the house and the neighbors did not express any concerns at that time. He stated that the parking issue is one that he has requested a year to settle, stating that he wants to work with the neighbors and the city on that. He indicated that he would probably have a maximum of six walk-in customers per day, so there would be a low traffic impact.
Alderman Rockwell asked about the 3’ x 5’ sign. Mr. Youngs stated that he had not yet decided whether it would be lighted, but if the neighbors had a concern about it, it did not need to be lighted. He said he could put it on the house rather than have a freestanding sign if that is what the neighbors and Council want.
Mayor Schwiebert noted that applicants for Special Use Permits usually live in the house they want to do a small business from, and he asked what is being done with the rest of the house. Mr. Youngs indicated that his children will live there while they attend Augustana College, and perhaps his mother would move in there at some time also. He stated that one daughter is attending Augustana now, and his son intends to go there. He noted that he is the fourth generation to attend Augustana. Mayor Schwiebert asked if he had looked at a business location, and Mr. Youngs responded that he did look at several, but could not afford them. Mayor Schwiebert stated that this would be setting a precedent if it were approved – to allow a business in a residential neighborhood when the applicant lives elsewhere. In response to a question about clients who could not meet with him in his office during the stated hours, Mr. Youngs indicated that he usually meets with the client after hours at their house or a restaurant.
There were no supporters in the audience to speak at this time.
Greg Maiers, 2223 24th Street, stated that Mr. Youngs did speak to his wife about his plans, but he had not yet met with him. He expressed concerns about the added traffic in the alley behind his house with children in the neighborhood. He also stated that a 3’x 5’ sign is very large, and should not be allowed. He asked if the house would be vacant if the children decided to go to another college. Mr. Maiers stated that he feels that Mr. Youngs misrepresented himself by saying that he is changing careers.
Mr. Youngs responded to the concerns and questions of Mr. Maiers. He stated that the office would be in the living room area, with a door separating that from the living quarters. He noted that his daughter is already attending Augustana, and his son has applied. He indicated that he feels this is a change in careers, in that he will own the business and be selling a different type of insurance than he is now. He added that there are a lot of tests he needs to take to be able to sell this insurance.
Mayor Schwiebert closed the Public Hearing, reconvened the regular meeting at 7:50 p.m. and entertained a motion. Following discussion, a motion made by Alderman White and seconded by Alderman Rockwell to deny the Special Use Permit CARRIED on a Roll Call vote. AYES: Aldermen Brooks, Rockwell, White, Keefe and Austin. NAYS: Aldermen Conroy and Bauersfeld.
Agenda Item #8
The City Clerk read a Special Ordinance regarding the Illinois Prevailing Wage Act. 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, Keefe and Austin. NAYS: None.
Agenda Item #9
The City Clerk read an Ordinance amending Chapter 10, regarding the fees for Storm Water Control. A motion made by Alderman Keefe 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, Keefe and Austin. NAYS: None.
Agenda Item #10
The City Clerk read a Resolution in support of “American Supporting Americans Adopt-A-Unit Program. A motion made by Alderman Bauersfeld and seconded by Alderman Rockwell to adopt the Resolution CARRIED on a Roll Call vote. AYES: Aldermen Brooks, Conroy, Bauersfeld, Rockwell, White, Keefe and Austin. NAYS: None. Mayor Schwiebert indicated that he would like a member of the Council to be a liaison on the committee, and suggested that they let him know later if they are interested.
Agenda Item #11
The City Clerk read an Inducement Resolution relating to the adoption of the Tax Increment Financing. A motion made by Alderman Keefe and seconded by Alderman White to adopt the Resolution CARRIED on a Roll Call vote. AYES: Aldermen Brooks, Conroy, Bauersfeld, Rockwell, White, Keefe and Austin. NAYS: None.
CLAIMS
Agenda Item #12a
CITY
ATTORNEY/LEGAL SERVICES
The City Clerk read the statement from the City Attorney in the amount of $6,447.00 for legal services during the month of June.
Agenda Item #12b
SERSLAND/VEHICLE
DAMAGE
The City Clerk read a report from the Personnel Department recommending payment to Cheryl Sersland in the amount of $925.00 for vehicle damage.
Agenda Item #12c
KONE, INC./MAINTENANCE
AGREEMENT
The City Clerk read a report from the Personnel Department recommending payment to KONE, Inc. in the amount of $5,135.88 for the maintenance agreement on the elevators located in the Parking Ramp and in City Hall.
Agenda Item #12d
CENTENNIAL
CONTRACTORS/2004 UTILITY PATCHING PROGRAM
The City Clerk read a report from the Public Works Department recommending payment to Centennial Contractors in the amount of $11,023.60 for the 2004 Utility Patching Program.
Agenda Item #12e
PHOENIX
CORPORATION/14 ½ STREET SANITARY SEWER IMPROVEMENTS
The City Clerk read a report from the Public Works Department recommending payment to Phoenix Corporation in the amount of $134,654,78 for the 14 ½ Street Sanitary Street Sewer Improvements.
A motion made by Alderman Rockwell and seconded by Alderman White to accept the reports and authorize payments as recommended CARRIED on a Roll Call vote. AYES: Aldermen Brooks, Conroy, Bauersfeld, Rockwell, White, Keefe and Austin. NAYS: None.
Agenda Item #13
JUNE 25
THROUGH JULY 8
The City Clerk read the claims for the week of June 25 through July 8 in the amount of $953,500.64. A motion made by Alderman Austin and seconded by Alderman Keefe to allow the claims CARRIED on a Roll Call vote. AYES: Aldermen Brooks, Conroy, Bauersfeld, Rockwell, White, Keefe and Austin. NAYS: None.
Agenda Item #14
JUNE 21
THROUGH JULY 4
The City Clerk read the payroll for the weeks of June 21 through July 4 in the amount of $1,003,297.56.
|
GENERAL FUND |
$631,020.34 |
|
TIF DISTRICT #1 DOWNTOWN |
457.78 |
|
TIF DISTRICT #2 S 11 STREET |
192.18 |
|
TIF DISTRICT #3 N 11 STREET |
192.22 |
|
KING CENTER |
3,309.85 |
|
FEDERAL COPS GRANT |
2,530.17 |
|
COMMUNITY DEV. BLOCK GRANT |
23,349.78 |
|
LIBRARY |
42,361.56 |
|
ELDERLY SERVICES CONTRIBUTION |
874.02 |
|
WATER |
59,328.43 |
|
SEWER |
34,841.79 |
|
COMMUNITY/ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT |
11,191.18 |
|
SUNSET MARINA |
8,914.26 |
|
PARK AND RECREATION |
121,753.23 |
|
EQUIPMENT MAINTENANCE |
23,499.25 |
|
ENGINEERING |
28,038.73 |
|
SELF INSURANCE |
1,740.00 |
|
EMPLOYEE HEALTH INSURANCE |
859.10 |
|
MLK ACTIVITY FUND |
4,824.52 |
|
DRUG PREVENTION |
4,019.17 |
|
TOTAL |
$1,003,297.56 |
A motion made by Alderman Conroy and seconded by Alderman Rockwell to allow the payroll CARRIED on a Roll Call vote. AYES: Aldermen Brooks, Conroy, Bauersfeld, Rockwell, White, Keefe and Austin. NAYS: None.
BIDS/PURCHASES
Agenda Item #15
PRAIRIE
INTERNATIONAL TRUCK/SEWER-CATCH BASIN CLEANING MACHINE
The City Clerk read a report from the Public Works Department regarding the purchase of a Truck Mounted Combination Sewer/Catch Basin Cleaning Machine in the amount of $147,067.00 from Prairie International Truck Inc. A motion made by Alderman Rockwell and seconded by Alderman Austin to authorize purchase as recommended carried on a Roll Call vote. AYES: Aldermen Brooks, Conroy, Bauersfeld, Rockwell, White, Keefe and Austin. NAYS: None.
CONTRACTS/AGREEMENTS
Agenda Item #16
MALIK,
L.C./SUMMER FEST CLEAN UP
The City Clerk read a report from the Public Works Department regarding bids for the cleanup for the Summer Fest, recommending the bid of Malik, L. C. in the amount of $5,000.00. A motion made by Alderman Keefe and seconded by Alderman Austin 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, Keefe and Austin. NAYS: None.
Agenda Item #17
KONE/ELEVATOR
UPGRADES
The City Clerk read a report from the Public Works Department regarding an upgrade to the Parking Ramp Elevator by KONE, in the amount of $6,948.00. A motion made by Alderman Conroy and seconded by Alderman White to approve the upgrades of the elevator as recommended CARRIED on a Roll Call vote. AYES: Aldermen Brooks, Conroy, Bauersfeld, Rockwell, White, Keefe and Austin. NAYS: None.
Agenda Item #18
WATER
TREATMENT PLANT SLUDGE DECHLORINATION SYSTEM
The City Clerk read a report from the Public Works Department regarding bids for the Water Treatment Plant Sludge Dechlorination System, recommending the bid of General Constructors in the amount of $24,775.00.
A motion made by Alderman Rockwell 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, Keefe and Austin. NAYS: None.
Agenda Item #19
GENERAL
CONSTRUCTORS/2004 CATCH BASIN REBUILD PROGRAM
The City Clerk read a report from the Public Works Department regarding bids for the 2004 Catch Basin Rebuild Program, recommending the bid of General Constructors in the amount of $63,550.00. A motion made by Alderman Keefe and seconded by Alderman Austin 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, Keefe and Austin. NAYS: None.
Agenda Item #20
The City Clerk read a report from the Public Works Department regarding bids for the 2004 Ditch Cleaning, recommending the bid of Phoenix Construction in the amount of $19,382.25. A motion made by Alderman Austin 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, Keefe and Austin. NAYS: None.
Agenda Item #21
McCARTHY
IMPROVEMENT/17 STREET RESURFACING PROJECT
The City Clerk read a report from the Public Works Department regarding bids for the 17th Street Resurfacing from 31st Avenue to 24th Avenue, recommending the bid of McCarthy Improvement in the amount of $1,032,598.10. Alderman Bauersfeld asked what the completion date is, and Mr. Hawes responded that there is not a completion date in the contract. He noted that there are “working days” indicated, which limit the number of days they have to work on the project. He added that they plan to have the pre-construction conference next week. Alderman Bauersfeld expressed concern about the time the project will take to complete, and stated that the public should be informed of the construction schedule. A motion made by Alderman Rockwell 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, Keefe and Austin. NAYS: None.
Agenda Item #22
DESIGN AND
CONSTRUCTION INSPECTION SERVICES
The City Clerk read a report from the Public Works Department regarding a contract with Missman, Stanley and Associates for required design services for a not to exceed amount of $63,500, and the required inspection services in an estimated amount of $24,500 for the 24th Street Resurfacing from 17th Street to Blackhawk Road. A motion made by Alderman Bauersfeld and seconded by Alderman Conroy to approve 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, Keefe and Austin. NAYS: None.
Agenda Item #23
The City Clerk read a report from the Public Works Department regarding Water Distribution Facility Renovations, recommending the contract be awarded to Howard R. Green Company at a cost not to exceed $16,800, plus construction inspection at an estimated cost of $9,600. A motion was made by Alderman Bauersfeld (for discussion purposes) and seconded by Alderman White to approve the contract as recommended and authorize the City Manager to execute the contract documents.
Council asked where this building is, and Mr. Hawes stated that it is a building that has been put back in service to house the parking staff. He stated that the roof is leaking and there are other problems there, and added that it would take about $220,000 to take care of these problems.
Council members expressed concern about this project, asking if staff could do this work. Mr. Hawes responded that they would need assistance to do the structural engineering work, adding that staff could do the windows, painting, etc. but they would have to be pulled off of other projects included in the Capital Improvement Plan to do this one.
Following discussion, the motion made by Alderman Bauersfeld and seconded by Alderman White to approve the contract as recommended and authorize the City Manager to execute the contract documents CARRIED on a Roll Call vote. AYES: Aldermen Brooks, Conroy, Rockwell, White, Keefe and Austin. NAYS: Alderman Bauersfeld.
Agenda Item #24
WEED CONTROL ORDINANCE/REVISION
The City Clerk read a report from the Public Works Department regarding a revision of the Weed Control Ordinance to allow the use of native vegetation. Mr. Hawes explained the need for this ordinance, stating that the storm water retention ordinance allows for cultivated natural grasses, etc. that are not allowed under our current weed ordinance. This more clearly defines what is allowed to be part of the storm water retention projects. He noted that the state has a list of things that are forbidden, and that needs to be adhered to as well.
Following discussion, a motion made by Alderman White and seconded by Alderman Keefe to approve the revisions as recommended and refer to the City Attorney for an Ordinance CARRIED on a Voice vote.
Agenda Item #25
ANCEL, GLINK, DIAMOND, BUSH, DiCIANNI &
ROLEK/LITIGATION CONSULTATION
The City Clerk noted an agreement with AncelGlink to consult on matters of Litigation, Property Acquisition and Franchise Review. A motion made by Alderman Keefe and seconded by Alderman Conroy to hire Ancel, Glink, Diamond, Bush, DiCianni & Rolek to consult on matters of Litigation, Property Acquisition and Franchise Review as recommended CARRIED on a Roll Call vote. AYES: Aldermen Brooks, Conroy, Bauersfeld, Rockwell, White, Keefe and Austin. NAYS: None.
Agenda Item #26
The City Clerk read a report from the Community and Economic Development Department regarding the Old Town Chicago Banner Program, recommending that Council authorize Public Works to install 12 banners along 7th Avenue from 14 ½ to 4th Streets to support the Old Town Chicago Historic Area Association project. A motion made by Alderman Brooks and seconded by Alderman White to authorize staff to install the banners as recommended CARRIED on a Voice vote.
Agenda Item #27
The City Clerk read a report from the Community and Economic Development Department regarding the opening of proposals for an Infill Development Opportunity at 8th Avenue and 19th Street, recommending that Council refer all proposals to staff for review and a recommendation. Only one proposal had been received. Following the opening of the one proposal from Steve Rudolph, a motion made by Alderman White and seconded by Alderman Austin to refer all proposals to staff for review and a recommendation back to Council CARRIED on a Voice vote.
Agenda Item #28
1544 30
STREET/TARGETED REHABILITATION LOAN
The City Clerk read a report from the Community and Economic Development Department regarding a commitment from the City Council for a Targeted Rehabilitation Loan in the amount of $5,649.48 for 1544 30 Street. A motion made by Alderman White and seconded by Alderman Keefe to commit $5,649.48 for the Targeted Rehabilitation Loan as recommended CARRIED on a Roll Call vote. AYES: Aldermen Brooks, Conroy, Bauersfeld, Rockwell, White, Keefe and Austin. NAYS: None.
Agenda Item #29
1720 13 AVENUE/TARGETED REHABILITATION LOAN
The City Clerk read a report from the Community and Economic Development Department regarding a commitment from the City Council for a Targeted Rehabilitation Loan in the amount of $3,773.00 for 1720 13th Avenue. A motion made by Alderman White and seconded by Alderman Rockwell to commit $3,773.00 for the Targeted Rehabilitation Loan as recommended CARRIED on a Roll Call vote. AYES: Aldermen Brooks, Conroy, Bauersfeld, Rockwell, White, Keefe and Austin. NAYS: None.
Agenda Item #30
804 20
STREET/EXTERIOR PAINT PROGRAM
The City Clerk read a report from the Community and Economic Development Department regarding a commitment from the City Council for the Exterior Paint Program in the amount of $17,770.00 for 804 20th Street. A motion made by Alderman White and seconded by Alderman Brooks to commit $17,770.00 for the Exterior Paint Program as recommended CARRIED on a Roll Call vote. AYES: Aldermen Brooks, Conroy, Bauersfeld, Rockwell, White, Keefe and Austin. NAYS: None.
Agenda Item #31
The City Clerk read a memorandum from Mayor Schwiebert recommending two reappointments and one new appointment to the Board of Zoning Appeals, and three new appointments to the new Ethics Board.
Board of Zoning Appeals:
Gary Snyder – reappointment
Karen Williams – reappointment
Mike Healea – New Appointment
Ethics Board:
Daniel Lee – new appointment
Stuart Lefstein – new appointment
Berlinda Tyler-Jamison – new appointment
A motion made by Alderman Rockwell and seconded by Alderman White to approve the appointments as recommended CARRIED on a Voice vote.
Agenda Item #32
The City Clerk read a report from the City Clerk regarding an application for a Sound Amplification Permit at 2529 5th Avenue for a Grand Opening July 17 from 8:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. A motion made by Alderman White and seconded by Alderman Rockwell to approve the application CARRIED on a Voice vote.
Agenda Item #33
The City Clerk read a report from the City Clerk regarding an application for a Sound Amplification Permit at the Relay For Life at Augustana College August 13 from 5:00 p.m. to Midnight. A motion made by Alderman Rockwell and seconded by Alderman Keefe to approve the application CARRIED on a Voice vote.
Agenda Item #34
The City Clerk read a report from the City Clerk regarding an application for a Sound Amplification Permit at 903 14th Avenue August 6 from 4:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. for a Family Reunion. A motion made by Alderman White and seconded by Alderman Brooks to approve the application CARRIED on a Voice vote.
Agenda Item #35
The City Clerk read a report from the City Clerk regarding an application for a Sound Amplification Permit and a request to close off 10th Avenue from 12 to 14 ½ Street, and 14th Street from 9 to 10th Avenues, on July 31 from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. for the Grand Opening for the new Literacy/Skills Center at 925 14th Street. A motion made by Alderman Brooks and seconded by Alderman Conroy to approve the sound amplification and street closings CARRIED on a Voice vote.
Agenda Item #36
The City Clerk read a report from the City Clerk regarding an application from Calvary’s Faith Climber Church to hold a concert on the East Plaza Friday, July 23 from 8:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. A motion made by Alderman Rockwell and seconded by Alderman Brooks to approve the application CARRIED on a Voice vote.
Public Works Director/Acting City Manager Bob Hawes indicated that there were no items to be discussed from the memorandum packet.
Alderman Conroy indicated that he had received calls from several residents of Shadybrook Addition regarding the trees that were cut down and the length of time it took to remove the stumps and replace the sod. Mr. Hawes stated that they are looking at tightening the specs to require the stump to be removed as soon as the tree is cut down. He noted that some of the tree removers prefer to cut down the trees and then return with other equipment to remove the stumps. He added that this year was more of a problem than other years, with the first contractor losing the contract and having to hire a second contractor to finish the work. He indicated that the tree removal was to be completed by the end of February and the contractor had been given extensions to complete the work, which delayed tree removal in the first place. Mr. Hawes stated that they have changed the policy for next year, and will be looking at sod prices soon.
Alderman Brooks stated that he toured several properties with Bob Hawes, Tim Ridder and Stan Saunders, looking at problems with weeds, etc. He indicated that he felt this tour had some positive results, and he plans to do the same thing with Greg Champagne next.
Alderman White reminded people to nominate candidates for Citizen of the Year. The deadline is July 23, and only a few have been received to date.
RECESS
A motion made by Alderman Brooks and seconded by Alderman Conroy to recess to Monday, July 26 at 5:00 p.m. CARRIED on a Roll Call vote. AYES: Aldermen Brooks, Conroy, Bauersfeld, Rockwell, White, Keefe and Austin. NAYS: None.
The meeting was recessed at 8:30 p.m.
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Jeanne F. Paggen, City Clerk