The Rock Island City Council met in reconvened session on Monday, July 25, 2005 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 A. Conroy, Dennis E. Pauley, Daniel Rockwell, Evelyn "Evie" R. White, Joy Murphy and Charles O. Austin III. Staff present included Public Works Director/Acting City Manager Bob Hawes, Assistant Public Works Director Tim Ridder, Finance Director Bill Scott, Planning Administrator Alan Carmen, RIPD Captain/Acting Chief Donald Reichert, RIPD Captain John Wright, Water Superintendent Dave Suman and Risk Manager Troy Larson.
Public Works Director Bob Hawes reviewed the history of the Rock Island Water System, which began in 1871 when a pumping station at 6th Street began distributing untreated Mississippi River water to customers. He noted the various changes made over the years, with the latest being in 1999 when all the components of the Water Treatment Plant except the filters were replaced or reconstructed. He discussed water production and storage, and stated that all the water towers will need to be painted within the next decade. He stated that of the two hundred twenty three miles of watermain throughout the city, one hundred eight are six inches or less in diameter.
Mr. Hawes discussed the Water Utility Goals. The first one is Production Quality – “The city will produce water that surpasses state and federal drinking water quality standards.” He indicated that this one is currently being met. The second goal is Production Quantity – “The city will produce enough water to satisfy all customer and fire protection needs.” He noted that this goal is also being satisfied.
The third goal is Water Distribution Quantity and Reliability – “The city will dependably deliver water to customers at pressures and volumes that allow all customers to utilize normal plumbing fixtures.” Mr. Hawes noted that this goal is not being met in some areas. Water distribution system is becoming less dependable and some neighborhoods do not have sufficient water volume. He stated that 8” water mains are necessary to meet this goal. Alderman Conroy asked for a map that would show where the various water mains are and the sizes of the pipes.
Mr. Hawes discussed the ways that Rock Island can meet the distribution system goals. These include an increase in the annual contract maintenance, and increase in in-house maintenance and the implementation of a Watermain Replacement Program. He stated that the current water rates will not provide enough revenue to satisfy the long-range water system goals, and rates must be increased to finance the distribution system improvements. Mr. Hawes noted that the next step would be to have staff visit community groups to explain the water system needs and seek customer support for the goals and rate changes. Following the gathering of information and input, the City Council would adopt the four long-range goals for the water system, and the final step would be the Council authorizing staff to draft the next editions of the Five Year CIP and operating budget accordingly.
Council discussed the proposed increase in water rates, but requested further information before considering anything further. Mayor Schwiebert suggested that staff find out what other cities are doing. They reviewed the chart, which showed the amount each city is currently charging, noting that the proposed increase would put Rock Island at about the same level as other cities except Moline.
Mr. Hawes stated that Moline has already had a large increase in water rates and the Iowa cities have a private water company. He indicated that all water services in the area are approximately the same age. Council also discussed the sewer rates that will be increased with the new EPA rulings. Alderman Conroy stated that he wants all the information about both water and sewer in front of him before he makes a decision about any increases.
Alderman Brooks discussed the sale of airline bottles in convenience stores. He suggested that the City Council should eliminate the sale of small airline bottles and other alcohol in the city. He indicated that the convenience stores are liquor stores that sell a few other items. He also discussed the visibility of the alcohol in these stores, indicating that the children buying pop or potato chips are seeing all the alcohol being bought.
Johnny Ellis, Rock Island County Board member, spoke about the unlawful sale of drug paraphernalia in the convenience stores. He stated that he plans to discuss this with the County Board Chairman also, and if nothing is done, he plans to picket these stores.
Mayor Schwiebert called attention to the list of convenience stores and grocery stores selling package alcohol, and noted that these are all Class A licensees. He also noted that both Class A and Class E are the same price, with Class E licensees being limited to Beer and Wine sales only. He indicated that the ordinance does have provisions to keep the alcohol within a confined area. Alderman Conroy stated that if the sale of liquor were banned, several of the convenience stores would close up and open in Milan or Moline. He stated that he would be in favor of getting rid of the small bottles, and limit the display of liquor. Alderman Brooks stated that he would like to see convenience stores banned from selling any alcohol.
Mayor Schwiebert suggested that the discussion be continued at another Study Session. He further suggested that the liquor licensees be invited to attend the session also. City Attorney John Konecky suggested that Assistant City Attorney Ted Kutsunis be invited to attend since he works with the Liquor Commission. Mayor Schwiebert asked that these people all be notified of the time and date for this Study Session.
ADJOURNMENT
A motion made by Alderman White and seconded by Alderman Brooks to adjourn the meeting CARRIED on a Roll Call vote. AYES: Aldermen Brooks, Conroy, Pauley, Rockwell, White, Murphy and Austin. 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 on Monday, July 25 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 A. Conroy, Dennis E. Pauley, Daniel Rockwell, Evelyn "Evie" R. White, Joy Murphy and Charles O. Austin III.
Mayor Schwiebert called the meeting to order and lead in the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America. Alderman Pauley gave the Invocation. Alderman Austin noted a correction in the Minutes – page 13 contained an extra sentence that did not belong on that page. (Note: Sentence was removed from posted Minutes.) A motion made by Alderman Austin and seconded by Alderman White to approve the Minutes of the meeting of July 11, as corrected, CARRIED on a Voice vote.
Agenda Item #6
Mayor Schwiebert read a proclamation declaring August 2 as National Night Out. Kevin Isaacs and Ed Hammer accepted the signed document and spoke to Council about the rally being held Tuesday, August 2 at Sunset Park beginning at 5:00 p.m. They said there would be games and other activities for children, and free food, and the Metro Youth Group will perform at 6:30 p.m.
Agenda Item #7
Mayor Schwiebert called attention to a proclamation declaring August 5 and 6 as V. F. W. Buddy Poppies Days.
Agenda Item #8
Mayor Schwiebert
closed the regular meeting at 6:50 p.m. and opened a Public Hearing on a
request from Rock
Island Housing Authority to vacate a 16’ x 100’ segment of a north/south alley
between 9th and 10th Street s and 8th and 10th
Avenues.
Steve Moller, 227 21st
Street, representing the Director of the Rock Island Housing Authority Susan
Anderson, reviewed the request. He
stated that they are planning to vacate the alley, remove the parking lot and
put in some green space. At this time,
they have not definite plans for the use of the building except to maintain it,
clean it out and improve it.
Alderman Conroy stated that
usually when an alley is vacated, it is divided between the two adjacent
property owners. City Attorney John
Konecky stated that he would review the issue before the Ordinance is presented
to Council. He indicated that he
believes the property can be vacated to the Housing Authority without dividing
it between two property owners. He will
review this before Ordinance comes back for Council approval.
Mayor Schwiebert closed the
Public Hearing and reconvened the regular meeting at 6:55 p.m. A motion made by Alderman Pauley and
seconded by Alderman Austin to approve the alley vacation and refer to the City
Attorney for an Ordinance CARRIED on a Voice vote.
Agenda Item #9
The City Clerk read an Ordinance amending Chapter 2 of the Code of Ordinances, eliminating Council Meetings on the last Monday of each month, except during July and August when the Council meets the second and fourth Mondays. A motion was made by Alderman Conroy and seconded by Alderman Rockwell to consider, suspend the rules and pass the Ordinance.
Alderman Conroy then made a motion to add a Sunshine Provision to try this for one year, with the motion being seconded by Alderman Rockwell, which motion CARRIED on a Voice vote. A motion made by Alderman Conroy and seconded by Alderman White to begin the new schedule on September 1, 2005, and end it on August 31, 2006, unless extended by the City Council, CARRIED on a Voice vote.
The motion, made by Alderman Conroy and seconded by Alderman Rockwell to consider, suspend the rules and pass the Ordinance, with the amendments, CARRIED on a Roll Call vote. AYES: Aldermen Brooks, Conroy, Pauley, Rockwell, White, Murphy and Austin. NAYS: None.
Agenda Item #10
2110 11 STREET/SPECIAL USE PERMIT
The City Clerk read a Special Ordinance granting a Special Use Permit to operate an auto body shop at 2110 11th Street. A motion made by Alderman Pauley and seconded by Alderman Conroy to consider, suspend the rules and pass the Ordinance CARRIED on a Roll Call vote. AYES: Aldermen Brooks, Conroy, Pauley, Rockwell, White, Murphy and Austin. NAYS: None.
CLAIMS
Agenda Item #11a
CALIFF AND HARPER/LEGAL SERVICES
The City Clerk read a report from the Personnel Department recommending payment to Califf and Harper in the amount of $5,872.02 for legal services during the month of June.
Agenda Item #11b
GARDNER CARTON AND DOUGLAS/PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
The City Clerk read a report from the Public Works Department recommending payment to Gardner Carton and Douglas in the amount of $8,877.75 for professional services for the Pretreatment Program.
Agenda Item #11c
WALTER LAUD CONSTRUCTION/2005 PCC STREET PATCHING
PROGRAM
The City Clerk read a report from the Public Works Department recommending payment to Walter Laud Construction in the amount of $37,538.86 for the 2005 PCC Street Patching Program.
A motion made by Alderman Conroy and seconded by Alderman White to accept the reports and authorize payments as recommended CARRIED on a Roll Call vote. AYES: Aldermen Brooks, Conroy, Pauley, Rockwell, White, Murphy and Austin. NAYS: None.
Agenda Item #12
JULY 8 THROUGH 21
The City Clerk read the claims for the weeks of July 8 through 21 in the amount of $2,437,514.43. A motion made by Alderman Conroy and seconded by Alderman Murphy to allow the claims CARRIED on a Roll Call vote. AYES: Aldermen Brooks, Conroy, Pauley, Rockwell, White, Murphy and Austin. NAYS: None.
Agenda Item #13
JULY 4 THROUGH 17
The City Clerk read the payroll for the weeks of July 4 through 17 in the amount of $1,118,836.86. A motion made by Alderman Rockwell and seconded by Alderman Murphy to allow the payroll CARRIED on a Roll Call vote. AYES: Aldermen Brooks, Conroy, Pauley, Rockwell, White, Murphy and Austin. NAYS: None.
Agenda Item #14
STAFF SCHEDULING SOFTWARE MODULE/FIRE DEPARTMENT
The City Clerk read a report from the Information Technology Services Department regarding purchase of Staff Scheduling software module in the amount of $3,577.50 for the Fire Department. A motion made by Alderman White and seconded by Alderman Murphy to approve purchase and authorize payment as recommended CARRIED on a Roll Call vote. AYES: Aldermen Brooks, Conroy, Pauley, Rockwell, White, Murphy and Austin. NAYS: None.
Agenda Item #15
CARGO VAN/JOHN KEADY’S GM SUPERSTORE
The City Clerk read a report from the Public Works Department regarding bids for a full-size Cargo Van, recommending that the bid be awarded to John Keady’s GM Superstore in the amount of $13,846.85 for a 2006 GMC Savana Cargo Van, and that the 1994 Ford Van be declared surplus for purpose of trade-in. A motion made by Alderman White and seconded by Alderman Conroy to award the bid, authorize purchase, declare the 1994 van as surplus and refer to the City Attorney for an Ordinance CARRIED on a Roll Call vote. AYES: Aldermen Brooks, Conroy, Pauley, Rockwell, White, Murphy and Austin. NAYS: None.
Agenda Item #16
HANDY TRUE VALUE/FALL LEAF BAGS
The City Clerk read a report from the Public Works Department regarding bids for the Free Fall Leaf Bags, recommending the bid of Handy True Value in Rock Island at a cost of $22,320.00. A motion made by Alderman Rockwell and seconded by Alderman Murphy to award the bid as recommended and authorize purchase CARRIED on a Roll Call vote. AYES: Aldermen Brooks, Conroy, Pauley, Rockwell, White, Murphy and Austin. NAYS: None.
Agenda Item #17
VALLEY CONSTRUCTION/2005 ASPHALT STREET MILLING,
PATCHING PROGRAM
The City Clerk read a report from the Public Works Department regarding bids for the 2005 Asphalt Street Milling and Patching Program, recommending the bid of Valley Construction in the amount of $94,497.50. A motion made by Alderman Pauley 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, Pauley, Rockwell, White, Murphy and Austin. NAYS: None.
Agenda Item #18
C. H. LANGMAN AND SON/2005 DITCH CLEANING PROJECT
The City Clerk read a report from the Public Works Department regarding bids for the 2005 Ditch Cleaning Project, recommending the bid of C. H. Langman and Son in the amount of $15,941.50. A motion made by Alderman Murphy 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, Pauley, Rockwell, White, Murphy and Austin. NAYS: None.
Agenda Item #19
The City
Clerk read a report
from the Public Works Department regarding a Water Tower Lease with Iowa
Wireless for space on the city’s water tower. In response to questions from
Council, Mr. Hawes stated that there are eleven leases on water towers. Following discussion, a motion made by
Alderman Austin and seconded by Alderman Rockwell 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, Pauley, Rockwell, White, Murphy and Austin. NAYS: None.
Agenda
Item #20
JOINT
ANIMAL CONTROL FACILITY/ADDENDUM
The City Clerk read a report from the Police Department regarding an addendum to the Intergovernmental Agreement for the Joint Animal Control Facility. Alderman Conroy asked if this would increase our costs, and staff responded that there would not be any increases in the costs. This agreement addendum added East Moline to the other cities involved in the Joint Animal Control facility. A motion made by Alderman Austin and seconded by Alderman Murphy to approve the agreement addendum and authorize the Mayor, City Clerk and City Attorney to execute the contract documents CARRIED on a Roll Call vote. AYES: Aldermen Brooks, Conroy, Pauley, Rockwell, White, Murphy and Austin. NAYS: None.
Agenda
Item #21
The City Clerk read a report from
the Community and Economic Development Department regarding resolutions
supporting applications to the Illinois Department of Transportation
Enhancements Program for the West Rock River Bridge Trail Connection project
and the Rock Island Cross Town Bicycle Trail Connector project. Park and Recreation Director Bill Nelson
and Community and Economic Development Director Greg Champagne reviewed the
applications. Mayor Schwiebert
requested a bike path map that would include the trails proposed for the next
five years. Mr. Nelson noted that
Bi-State has a proposed plan and will probably be doing this type of map soon.
A motion made by Alderman
White and seconded by Alderman Pauley to adopt the Resolution in support of the
Rock Island Cross Town Bike Trail Connector Project, and commit $213,443 in
matching funds for the project CARRIED on a Roll Call vote. AYES: Aldermen Brooks, Conroy, Pauley,
Rockwell, White, Murphy and Austin.
NAYS: None.
A
motion made by Alderman Pauley and seconded by Alderman Austin to adopt the
Resolution in support of the West Rock River Bridge Recreational Bike Trail
Connection and commit $61,957 in matching funds for the project CARRIED on a
Roll Call vote. AYES: Aldermen Brooks,
Conroy, Pauley, Rockwell, White, Murphy and Austin. NAYS: None.
Agenda Item #22
The
City Clerk read a report from the Community and Economic Development Department Regarding
Preservation Ordinance Appeals of Two Certificate of Appropriateness
Applications for Vinyl Fences on Landmark Properties at 852 19th
Street (Karen Williams appealing) and 836 22nd Street (Mark McVey
appealing).
Mayor
Schwiebert deferred to the City Attorney to explain the role of the City
Council in this matter. City Attorney
John Konecky stated that no new matter could be introduced into the discussion. He stated that the Council could affirm or
deny the appeal. He indicated that the
staff report can be reviewed and referred to, but no testimony is to be taken.
Planning
Administrator Alan Carmen and Urban Planner Jill Doak responded to questions
from Council. Mr. Carmen stated that
this is a rather unique situation, and there has not been an appeal of this
type for about twenty years. He
explained that the two requests are similar in nature. The request from Karen Williams received a
4-4 vote from the Preservation Commission when staff used residential design
guidelines. He stated that the next time the Commission met, they considered a
policy on vinyl fences, and voted 8–0 on a policy to not allow vinyl
fences. At the same meeting, they
considered a request from Mark McVey to be allowed to place a vinyl fence on
his property, and they voted 4-4 to deny the request. These votes resulted in the two appeals to the decision by the
Preservation Commission being considered by the City Council at this time. Mr. Carmen stated that the Commission does
not regulate color, but does regulate materials used.
Mayor
Schwiebert stated that he supported the requests, noting that the vote was a
tie vote and not a majority vote.
Alderman Conroy noted that the Preservation Commission voted 8–0 in
favor of the policy to not allow vinyl fences, and then voted 4 – 4 when it
came time to address one person’s request to have vinyl fences. He stated that he does not know all the
guidelines and rules, but he does not want to see a floodgate of appeals coming
to the Council. He stated that everyone
is entitled to the same concern.
Alderman Pauley stated that he would be going along with the staff recommendation.
Alderman
White stated that she would be voting against the vinyl fences. She stated that she knows the background of
the houses in question, and the vinyl fencing was not an appropriate material
to be used with a historic house. She
stated that vinyl is shiny and looks plastic, and she suggested that there are
other materials to protect the owners from the termites and other problems
stated by the applicant. Alderman Rockwell asked if the historical significance
of a fence at the side or back of the property would have impact on the
historical significance of the property.
Mr. Carmen stated that the fence material may or may not attract your
attention. The question for the
Commission was whether the fence for these two properties would affect the
historical significance of these two properties. Jill Doak explained the staff
recommendation to approve the vinyl fences, which was written before the
Preservation Commission established the guideline. Mr. Carmen added that the Preservation Commission is planning to
hold some informal sessions next year to discuss the options available to
anyone wishing to make changes on a historic property.
Mayor
Schwiebert stated that the Preservation Commission needs to consider improving
technology, and he suggested some flexibility.
He noted that many materials are improving over time, such as vinyl
fences, which would not have the same maintenance issues that other types of
fences have. He stated that hard and
fast rules are not appropriate in situations like this. Following discussion, a motion made by
Alderman White and seconded by Alderman Austin to deny both appeals CARRIED on
a Roll Call vote. AYES: Aldermen Brooks, White, Murphy and Austin. NAYS: Aldermen Conroy, Pauley and Rockwell.
Agenda Item #23
The City Clerk read a report
from the Public Works Department regarding that the City initiate a landscape
barrier grant program for the properties on the south side of 85th
Avenue West between the Rock Island Parkway and Turkey Hollow Road with
parameters listed. A motion was made by
Alderman Conroy and seconded by Alderman White to approve the initiation of the
grant program as recommended. On a
request from Mayor Schwiebert to defer this item for further discussion, a
motion made by Alderman Rockwell and seconded by Alderman Austin to DEFER for
thirty days CARRIED on a Voice vote.
Agenda Item #24
The
City Clerk read a report from the Parks and Recreation Department regarding a
request to transfer oversight of property to construct a recreation sports
field on the site of the old sedimentation basins at the water treatment
plant. A motion made by Alderman Murphy
and seconded by Alderman White to approve the construction of the recreation
sports field as requested CARRIED on a Roll Call vote. AYES: Aldermen Brooks, Conroy, Pauley,
Rockwell, White, Murphy and Austin.
NAYS: None.
Agenda Item #25
The City Clerk read a report
from the Community and Economic Development Department regarding the National
DOLLAR WI$E Campaign, recommending that the Mayor sign up for the program and
that the city work through the KTN Task Force to implement the program. Lisa Ahern, staff representative with
Neighborhood Partners, Gena McCullough of the Neighborhood Partners, and Alan
Carmen responded to questions from Council.
Ms. Ahern stated that the purpose of this program is to promote
financial literacy in the community.
Ms. McCullough stated that she came across this campaign in one of the
newsletters at Bi-State. Neighborhood
Partners reviewed it and felt that it would be a good fit with what they are
already doing. She stated that a
program like this would be good for the community.
Following discussion, a
motion made by Alderman White and seconded by Alderman Rockwell to approve
participation and implementation of the program as recommended CARRIED on a
Roll Call vote. AYES: Aldermen Brooks,
Conroy, Pauley, Rockwell, White, Murphy and Austin. NAYS: None.
Agenda Item #26
The City Clerk read a report from the Community and Economic Development Department requesting a commitment from the City Council in the amount of $6,490 for a Roof Deferred Payment Loan at 1511 Sixth Avenue. A motion made by Alderman Conroy and seconded by Alderman Brooks to commit $6,490 as recommended CARRIED on a Roll Call vote. AYES: Aldermen Brooks, Conroy, Pauley, Rockwell, White, Murphy and Austin. NAYS: None.
Agenda Item #27
830 21 STREET/ROOF STANDARD PAYMENT LOAN
The City Clerk read a report from the Community and Economic Development Department requesting a commitment from the City Council in the amount of $5,159 for a Roof Standard Payment Loan at 830 21 Street. A motion made by Alderman White and seconded by Alderman Brooks to commit $5,159 as recommended CARRIED on a Roll Call vote. AYES: Aldermen Brooks, Conroy, Pauley, Rockwell, White, Murphy and Austin. NAYS: None.
Agenda Item #28
2412 47 STREET/ROOF STANDARD PAYMENT LOAN
The City Clerk read a report from the Community and Economic Development Department requesting a commitment from the City Council in the amount of $3,652 for a Roof Standard Payment Loan at 2412 47 Street. A motion made by Alderman Brooks and seconded by Alderman Conroy to commit $3,652 as recommended CARRIED on a Roll Call vote. AYES: Aldermen Brooks, Conroy, Pauley, Rockwell, White, Murphy and Austin. NAYS: None.
Agenda Item #29
The
report from the Traffic Engineering Committee was in regards to a request from
David Wise for Residential Parking on the south side of 12th Avenue
between 21st and 22nd Streets, and a parking ban on the
north side of the same area. Before the
City Clerk read the item, Alderman White stated that they had contacted her
earlier in the day and wished to withdraw the request for the Residential
Parking but keep the request for the parking ban. The item was then read eliminating the request for the
Residential Parking. A motion made by
Alderman Murphy and seconded by Alderman Austin to approve the request for the
parking ban and refer to the City Attorney for an Ordinance CARRIED on a Voice
vote.
Agenda Item #30
The
City Clerk read a report from the Traffic Engineering Committee regarding a
request from the Public Works Department for a review of the intersection of 45th
Street and 6th Avenue, recommending that no action be taken at this
time. A motion made by Alderman Brooks and seconded by Alderman Rockwell to
approve the recommendation to leave the intersection as it is at this time
CARRIED on a Voice vote.
Agenda Item #31
The
City Clerk read a report from the City Clerk regarding the election of voting
delegates for the IML Conference in Chicago in November. Alderman Conroy
nominated Alderman Austin as the Voting Delegate, which nomination was seconded
by Alderman White and CARRIED on a Voice vote.
Alderman Brooks nominated Alderman Conroy as the Alternate Voting
Delegate, which nomination was seconded by Alderman White and CARRIED on a
Voice vote.
Agenda Item #32
The
City Clerk read a report from the City Clerk regarding a request to close off
10th Avenue from 12th to 14 ˝ Street and 14th
Street from 9th to 10th Avenue, along with a Sound
Amplification permit, for July 30 from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. A motion made by Alderman White and seconded
by Alderman Austin to approve the street closing and the Sound Amplification Permit
CARRIED on a Voice vote.
Agenda Item #33
The
City Clerk read a report from the City Clerk regarding a Sound Amplification
application for July 30 from 7:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. at 1030 and 1032 21st
Street. A motion made by Alderman
Murphy and seconded by Alderman Brooks to approve the Sound Amplification as
recommended CARRIED on a Voice vote.
Agenda Item #34
The City Clerk read a report from the City Clerk regarding a Press Conference to be held in the District on Monday, August 1 regarding Speed Week and the Rock Island Grand Prix, requesting approval of the application and waiver of the fee for the use of the Plaza. A motion made by Alderman White and seconded by Alderman Brooks to approve the application and waiver of fees CARRIED on a Roll Call vote. AYES: Aldermen Brooks, Conroy, Pauley, Rockwell, White, Murphy and Austin. NAYS: None.
Agenda Item #35
STREET CLOSING/BLOCK PARTY
The City Clerk read a report from the City Clerk regarding a request to close off 20th Avenue between 25th and 27th Street on Saturday, August 6 from 5:00 p.m. to Midnight for a block party. A motion made by Alderman Brooks and seconded by Alderman Rockwell to approve the street closing CARRIED on a Voice vote.
Agenda Item #36
SAND VOLLEYBALL TOURNAMENT/YA MAKA MY WEEKEND
The City Clerk read a report from the City Clerk regarding an application from Del’s in the District for an addition to the Ya Maka My Weekend events, consisting of a Sand Volleyball Tournament on 19th Street east of their establishment on Saturday, August 13 beginning at 4:00 p.m. A motion was made by Alderman Brooks and seconded by Alderman Rockwell to approve the event as recommended. Alderman White made a motion to amend to allow the volleyball only until Midnight, which motion was seconded by Alderman Austin and CARRIED on a Voice vote. The original motion as amended then CARRIED on a Voice vote.
Agenda Item #37
AUGUSTANA COLLEGE/SOUND AMPLIFICATION
The City Clerk read a report from the City Clerk regarding a Sound Amplification application from Augustana College for September 3 from 10:30 p.m. to 11:45 p.m. on the Augustana College campus. A motion made by Alderman Conroy and seconded by Alderman Brooks to approve the Sound Amplification permit CARRIED on a Voice vote.
Agenda Item #38
STREET CLOSING/32 STREET, 34 – 35 AVENUE
The City Clerk read a report from the City Clerk regarding a request to close off 22nd Street between 34th and 35th Avenue, and a Sound Amplification Permit, for Saturday, September 17 from 3:00 p.m. to Midnight for a block party. A motion made by Alderman White and seconded by Alderman Brooks to approve the street closing and Sound Amplification as recommended CARRIED on a Voice vote.
ITEMS FROM THE CITY MANAGER’S MEMORANDUM PACKET
Acting City Manager Bob Hawes called attention to the Management Report, and suggested that Council call Finance Director Bill Scott if they had any questions or comments.
Alderman White asked for a
traffic count for vehicles traveling across Centennial Bridge onto 15th
Street.
Alderman Conroy called
attention to the devastation at the Villa because of the fire that occurred
there. The Villa is a historical
landmark in the City of Rock Island. He
commended the Fire Department, and commented on the intergovernmental
cooperation and assistance from the other cities and the Rock Island
Arsenal.
Alderman
Rockwell stated that there would be information with the Manager’s Memorandum
Packet August 8 regarding the latest River Vision Meeting and Plan for the
Armory Park Area. He stated that there
is also information on the website. He
noted that there would be a public meeting in September, and he encouraged
people to come down to offer some input into the project. He stated that the Hendricks group did a
market feasibility study that will be ready in August.
Alderman
Brooks stated that there was some discussion regarding the liquor ordinance
during Study Session, and added that there would be more discussion at a future
Study Session. He stated that he would
like to see the elimination of liquor sales, stating that the Council need to
improve the quality of life.
Alderman
White stated that Circa 21 re-opened, and she commended staff and others who
assisted with this for the wonderful job they did following the fire there last
month.
Johnny
Ellis, 1403 13th Avenue, spoke to Council regarding the convenience
stores selling products without a price tag.
He indicated that they are misappropriating millions of dollars from the
City and the County by doing this. He also stated that they are selling drug
paraphernalia. He added that if the
convenience stores continue to do this, he and others would picket the stores
until they close.
Ametra
Carroll, 1040 Avenue of the Cities, East Moline, stated that she is concerned
about the lives of youth. She talked
about her personal history with drugs, and the problems with convenience stores
marketing drug paraphernalia. She
commended the Rock Island Police Department and Alderman Brooks for their work,
and noted that the convenience stores are placing the alcohol in view of the
children who enter the store for other purchases. She also talked about the
flavored cigars that are being sold to kids, and commented that they remove the
center core and fill it with marijuana. She stated that the flavors of the
original cigar cover the odor of the marijuana.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
A motion made by Alderman White and seconded by Alderman Rockwell to recess to Executive Session on matters of Personnel and Property Acquisition CARRIED on a Roll Call vote. AYES: Aldermen Brooks, Conroy, Pauley, Rockwell, White, Murphy and Austin. NAYS: None. The meeting was recessed at 8:40 p.m.
Mayor Schwiebert reconvened
the regular meeting at 8:57 p.m. A motion made by Alderman White and seconded
by Alderman Murphy to recess to Monday, August 8 CARRIED on a Roll Call
vote. AYES: Aldermen Brooks, Conroy,
Pauley, Rockwell, White, Murphy and Austin.
NAYS: None. The meeting was
recessed at 9:00 p.m.
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Jeanne F. Paggen, City Clerk