The Rock Island City Council met in reconvened session at 5:00 p.m. ion Monday, August 22, 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, Dennis E. Pauley, Daniel Rockwell, Evelyn "Evie" R. White, Joy Murphy and Charles O. Austin III. Alderman David A. Conroy was absent. Staff present included City Manager John C. Phillips, Community and Economic Development Department Director Greg Champagne and Planning Administrator Alan Carmen.
City Manager John C. Phillips distributed copies of the Job Description for the City Clerk, and a proposed schedule for replacement of the City Clerk. Council members clarified that they want the person to be a Rock Island resident.
Bill Nelson, Parks and Recreation Director, showed the Council a sketch of the plans for landscaping the 44th Street entrance to Rock Island near the Quad City Industrial Center. The item was on the Agenda, but the attachment was not available with the report. Alderman Austin suggested that he plantings be easy to maintain, and further suggested that the signage be similar to that used by the Centennial Bridge entrance. Mayor Schwiebert noted that the signs used by the Centennial Bridge probably cost more than the city can afford to pay at this time for these signs, but something similar in design could be used. Funding would come from a variety of sources.
City Manager John Phillips stated that they are anticipating a decline in Block Grant Funds. Planning Administrator Alan Carmen stated that staff is suggesting looking at a 10% overall reduction.
Mr. Carmen reviewed the Social Services funding. He noted that the Martin Luther King Center has recently received a large portion of the Social Services allocation, leaving the remainder of the Social Service agencies to receive a minimum amount. He suggested that the amount allocated for Social Services would not even meet the requested amount from the King Center. He asked Council to determine whether they should notify other agencies that they would not be allocating any money to them this year. Council discussed the need to provide funding to keep the King Center programs at the level they are. A change in wording was suggested for Policy 13 – Martin Luther King Community Center. They suggested changing the word “adequate” to “available.” The revised policy 13a will read as follows: “13a. The Martin Luther King Community Center shall receive an allocation of Block Grant funds available to meet operating and maintenance expenses.”
Mr. Carmen stated that there would still be funding for the neighborhoods and the housing as well as other non-social service applications. He indicated that this would eliminate one review meeting, and the recommendation from the CAC will go to the City Council later in October.
Alderman Brooks stated that they have to look at ways to fund the King Center in addition to CDBG funds. Jerry Jones, Executive Director of the King Center, will be presenting options for funding to the City Council after discussion with his Board.
Mr. Carmen discussed the Code Enforcement, noting that the new Rental Inspection Program will have to depend on CDBG funding for its operating costs. He pointed out the change in the policy to reflect this need. He also discussed the administrative funding, stating that the 10% cut would reflect on this area as well. He indicated the need to look at a long-term solution, since the CDBG funds continue to decline, and the long-term experienced employees are receiving salary increases and benefits. There would not be a policy change in this area at this time. Mr. Carmen stated that other sources of funding are available for staff such as TIF and the General Fund.
Mr. Phillips stated that the Rental Inspection is partially covered by CDBG, with less than anticipated revenues. Staff suggested shifting some of the money from demolition to the Rental Inspection Program. He suggested that a change be made for the Policy 6 – Demolition Funding. He noted that the demolition projects can use TIF or gaming funds for some of the projects, and that would allow more of the CDBG money to be used elsewhere. He added that the demolition efforts would not be reduced by this change in funding sources. Community and Economic Development Department Director Greg Champagne indicated that the all the license registration fees have been collected, but the inspection fees have not been generated as planned. Building Official Tom Ayers discussed the Rental Inspection Program, noting that other cities are modeling their Rental Inspection program after the Rock Island Ordinance.
Consensus of Council was to not allow outside agencies to apply for CDBG funds, which will allow the 15% of the CDBG funds (Social Service Allocation) to go to the Martin Luther King Community Center.
ADJOURNMENT
A motion made by Alderman White and seconded by Alderman Austin to adjourn the meeting CARRIED on a Roll Call vote. AYES: Aldermen Brooks, Pauley, Rockwell, White, Murphy and Austin. NAYS: None.
The meeting was adjourned at 6:15 p.m. to allow Council to attend the reception in Council Chambers for the winners for the Citizen of the Year.
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Jeanne F. Paggen, City Clerk
The Rock Island City Council met in regular session on Monday, August 22, 2005, 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, Dennis E. Pauley, Daniel Rockwell, Evelyn "Evie" R. White, Joy Murphy and Charles O. Austin III. (Alderman David A. Conroy was absent at the time of Roll Call, but arrived at approximately 7:00 p.m.)
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 Rockwell gave the Invocation. Alderman Rockwell noted an error in the Minutes on Page 7, Item #14, which stated that the motion was made and seconded by him. Following the correction, a motion made by Alderman Austin and seconded by Alderman White to approve the Minutes of the meeting of August 8 as corrected CARRIED on a Voice vote.
PRESENTATIONS
Agenda Item #6
2005 CITIZEN OF THE YEAR
AWARDS
Chairperson/Alderman White and Mayor Schwiebert presented the awards to the winners in each of the categories for Citizen of the Year. Each winner was introduced by a member of the current committee made up of winners for 2004 Citizen of the Year – Bob Towler, Gary Miner, Fred Houlton, Grace Shirk of the Labor Day Parade Committee, Alderman Austin, Alderman Murphy and City Clerk Jeanne Paggen.
The winners were:
Business – City Limits – owner Bob Anderson
Professional – Kevin Koski, Engineer – Missman & Stanley
Education – Don Adams – Teacher, Alleman High School
Organization – Rock Island Rotary
Individual – Rhoda Humphrey
City Employee – Jerry Jones, Director of Martin Luther King Community Center
Youth – Adam Conger, Student at Rock Island High School
Honorary – Mary Lou Buckrop, of Taylor Ridge
Alderman White then announced Kevin Koski as the overall winner of the Citizen of the Year Award. She reviewed the reasons for his nomination and selection by the committee. (Alderman Conroy arrived during the presentation.)
PROCLAMATIONS
Agenda Item #7
PROSTATE CANCER AWARENESS
MONTH/SEPTEMBER
Mayor Schwiebert called attention to a proclamation declaring the month of September as “Prostate Cancer Awareness” month.
Agenda Item #8
SAVE A LIFE MONTH/SEPTEMBER
Mayor Schwiebert called attention to a proclamation declaring the month of September as “Save A Life” month.
ORDINANCES
Agenda Item #9
415 19 STREET/CITY ORDINANCE
CONTROL LOT
The City Clerk read a Special Ordinance placing the parking area at 415 19th street under City Ordinance Control. A motion made by Alderman Austin and seconded by Alderman White 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.
Agenda Item #10
1219, 1223 1st
STREET/PROPERTY ACQUISITION
The City Clerk read a Special Ordinance authorizing acquisition of property at 1219 and 1223 1st Street. A motion made by Alderman Pauley and seconded by Alderman White 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.
Agenda Item #11
716 14 STREET/HANDICAPPED PARKING
ELIMINATED
The City Clerk read a Special Ordinance eliminating a Handicapped Parking Space at 716 14th street. A motion made by Alderman Conroy and seconded by Alderman White 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.
Agenda Item #12
1836 30 STREET/HANDICAPPED
PARKING SPACES
The City Clerk read a Special Ordinance establishing two Handicapped Parking Spaces in front of 1836 30th Street. A motion made by Alderman Rockwell and seconded by Alderman Pauley 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.
Agenda Item #13
The City Clerk read a Special Ordinance declaring a 1997 Roll-Off Container as surplus property to be sold by sealed bid. A motion made by Alderman Austin and seconded by Alderman White 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.
Agenda Item #14
The City Clerk read a Special Ordinance declaring the 1981 and 1985 Air Compressors as surplus property to be sold at the auction September 24. A motion made by Alderman Pauley and seconded by Alderman Murphy 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.
Agenda Item #15a through #15o
A motion made by Alderman Conroy and seconded by Alderman Rockwell 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.
The reports were as follows:
a. Report from the Public Works Department recommending payment to Settle Inc. in the amount of $32,241.54 for the work completed on the 2005 Sealcoat Program.
b. Report from the Public Works Department recommending payment to Randy and Joanna Allison in the amount of $2,960.00 for the rain garden at 1420 98th Avenue Court West.
c. Report from the Public Works Department recommending payment to Quality Construction Services in the amount of $3,400.00 for the repair of the Salt Dome Roof.
d. Report from the Public Works Department recommending payment to Walter D. Laud in the amount of $76,745.65 for the 13th Avenue Reconstruction project.
e. Report from the Public Works Department recommending payment to Miller Trucking and Excavating in the amount of $35,678.77 for the Saukie Baseball Field Detention Pond and Storm Sewer Improvements project.
f. Report from the Public Works Department recommending payment to Missman Stanley and Associates in the amount of $11,141.75 for the 85th Avenue West Reconstruction.
g. Report from the Public Works Department recommending payment to Valley Construction in the amount of $50,217.38 for the 2526 38th Street Emergency Storm Sewer Repair.
h. Report from the Public Works Department recommending payment to Walter D. Laud in the amount of $66,999.35.
i. Report from the Public Works Department recommending payment to Phoenix Corporation in the amount of $45,619.55 for the 5th and 7th Street Storm Sewer Improvements.
j. Report from the Public Works Department recommending payment to Andrews Carpentry and Construction in the amount of $31,513.12 for the #33 Blackhawk Hills Court Storm Sewer Repair project.
k. Report from the Public Works Department recommending payment to Peeters Sod Company in the amount of $2,209.13 for the 2005 Sod and Tree Program.
l. Report from the Public Works Department recommending payment to Miller Trucking and Excavating in the amount of $25,320.08 for the construction of the new sanitary sewer system to serve the College Hill Development.
m. Report from the Public Works Department recommending payment to Kelly Construction in the amount of $32,770.50 for the 2005 Catch Basin Rebuild Program.
n. Report from the Public Works Department recommending payment to C. H. Langman & Son in the amount of $122,057.14 for the 14 ½ Street Resurfacing.
o. Report from the Public Works Department recommending payment to C. H. Langman & Son in the amount of $25,738.50 for the 2005 Ditch Cleaning Program.
Agenda Item #16
The City Clerk read the claims for the weeks of August 5 through 18 in the amount of $2,129,910.77. A motion made by Alderman Brooks 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 #17
The City Clerk read the payroll for the weeks of August 1 through 14 in the amount of $1,089,483.74. A motion made by Alderman Pauley and seconded by Alderman White to allow the payroll CARRIED on a Roll Call vote. AYES: Aldermen Brooks, Conroy, Pauley, Rockwell, White, Murphy and Austin. NAYS: None.
Agenda Item #18
The City Clerk read a report from the Information Technology Services Department regarding the purchase of Police Mobile Data Computers. Purchases were recommended from CDS Office Technologies in the amount of $93,320.00, CDW-G in the amount of $10,728.14, Sungard OSSI in the amount of $58,525.00, and Hewlett Packard in the amount of $10,368.00 and Lund Industries in the amount of $6,136.72. Interim Chief of Police/Captain Don Reichert, and Information Technology Systems Assistant Director Tim Bain responded to questions from Council, noting that this will allow the officers to receive information on the screen rather than over the radio.
Following discussion, a motion made by Alderman White and seconded by Alderman Rockwell to authorize purchase and payments as recommended 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 Information Technology Services Department regarding the annual maintenance contract for the GOVERN System Software, recommending authorization of the payment in the amount of $11,821.00 for the software licenses. A motion made by Alderman Murphy and seconded by Alderman White to approve the maintenance contract 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 #20
CRAWFORD
COMPANY/PARKING RAMP DRAINAGE
The City Clerk read a report from the Public Works Department regarding bids for the Parking Ramp Drainage and gutters, recommending the bid of Crawford Company in the amount of $13,200.00. A motion made by Alderman Rockwell 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 #21
RILCO FLUID CARE/WASTE HANDLING
The City Clerk read a report from the Public Works Department regarding bids for a three year lease/service agreement for parts washer services and special waste handling for the Parks and Public Works Department, recommending the bid of Rilco Fluid Care. In response to a question from Council, staff noted that this included waste oil products. 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 document CARRIED on a Roll Call vote. AYES: Aldermen Brooks, Conroy, Pauley, Rockwell, White, Murphy and Austin. NAYS: None.
Agenda Item #22
ENTRY AREA/44 STREET
The City Clerk read a report from the Park Department regarding proposed plans for the entry area for the City of Rock Island at the Moline Border of 44th Street near the QCIC. Council asked if they would see a more detailed description of the plantings that will be going in there. City Manager Phillips responded that the diagram shown to them earlier is the only one available. Parks Director Bill Nelson stated that they plan to use some form of irrigation or sprinkler system at this location. A motion made by Alderman Austin and seconded by Alderman White to authorize the Park Department to construct the entry area as recommended CARRIED on a Roll Call vote. AYES: Aldermen Brooks, Conroy, Pauley, Rockwell, White, Murphy and Austin. NAYS: None.
Agenda Item #23
COUNTY OFFICE BUILDING/OVERLAY
ALLEY
The City Clerk read a report from the Public Works Department regarding a request from Rock Island County to overlay the alley behind the County Office Building, recommending that the County be allowed to overlay the alley as requested with the stipulation that plans and specification be submitted to the City Engineer for approval before any work begins. Alderman Conroy commented that it was good to see this being done, adding that it is less costly to do the overlay than to reconstruct it. A motion made by Alderman Rockwell and seconded by Alderman Pauley to allow Rock Island County to overlay the alley with the stipulation stated CARRIED on a Roll Call vote. AYES: Aldermen Brooks, Conroy, Pauley, Rockwell, White, Murphy and Austin. NAYS: None.
Agenda Item #24
CHAMPION ENVIRONMENTAL
SERVICES/DEMOLITION
The City Clerk read a report from the Community and Economic Development Department regarding an agreement with Champion Environmental Services for salvage work of the powerhouse and other buildings on property owned by the city north of the Quad City Industrial Center. A motion was made by Alderman Austin and seconded by Alderman White to approve the agreement as recommended and authorize the City Manager to execute the contract documents. Mayor Schwiebert noted that the picture showed lot 33, but the contract with Champion excluded lot 33.
A motion was then made by Alderman Austin and seconded by Alderman White to DEFER this item, which motion was subsequently withdrawn. A motion was then made by Alderman Austin and seconded by Alderman Murphy to amend the main motion, to include lot 33, which CARRIED on a Voice vote. The main motion, made by Alderman Austin and seconded by Alderman White, with the amendment, CARRIED on a Roll Call Vote. AYES: Aldermen Brooks, Conroy, Pauley, Rockwell, White, Murphy and Austin. NAYS: None.
Agenda Item #25
MILLENNIUM WASTE/LANDFILL
TIPPING FEES
The City Clerk read a report from the Public Works Department regarding joint Rock Island and Moline Landfill Tipping Fee RFP, recommending Millennium Waste for the regular refuse, wastewater treatment sludge and yard waste, and Upper Rock Island Landfill for the yard waste. Public Works Director Bob Hawes was commended for his work on the project and for the savings that it will mean to the city by working together with Moline on the RFP. Following discussion, a motion made by Alderman Rockwell and seconded by Alderman White to award the bids 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 #26
ILLINOIS GREAT RIVERS RIDE/IDOT
The City Clerk read a report from the Public Works Department regarding an agreement with the Illinois Department of Transportation for the Illinois Great Rivers Ride.
A motion made by Alderman Conroy and seconded by Alderman Murphy to approve the agreement and authorize the Mayor to execute the contract documents CARRIED on a Roll Call vote. AYES: Aldermen Brooks, Conroy, Pauley, Rockwell, White, Murphy and Austin. NAYS: None.
ECONOMIC
DEVELOPMENT
Agenda Item #27
8 AVENUE, 20 STREET/PROPOSALS
FOR USE
The City Clerk read a report from the Community and Economic Development Department regarding two proposals for the property at the northwest corner of 8th Avenue and 20th Street, recommending that the Council refer the two proposals to staff for review and a recommendation. Alderman White asked what the process would be and how long it will take. Planning Administrator Alan Carmen responded that it will be reviewed by the Broadway Association, and will have to go to the Preservation Commission for review. He noted that the report with recommendations should be back to the Council in October. A motion made by Alderman Murphy and seconded by Alderman White to direct staff to review the two proposals and come back to Council with a recommendation CARRIED on a Roll Call vote. AYES: Aldermen Brooks, Conroy, Pauley, Rockwell, White, Murphy and Austin. NAYS: None.
Agenda Item #28
2228 NINTH STREET/TARGETED
REHABILITATION LOAN
The City Clerk read a report from the Community and Economic Development Department requesting a commitment from the City Council for a Targeted Rehabilitation Loan at 2228 Ninth Street in the amount of $876.00. A motion made by Alderman Austin and seconded by Alderman Murphy to commit $876.00 for the Targeted Rehabilitation Loan as recommended CARRIED on a Roll Call vote. AYES: Aldermen Brooks, Conroy, Pauley, Rockwell, White, Murphy and Austin. NAYS: None.
Agenda Item #29
501 18 ½ AVENUE/TARGETED
REHABILITATION LOAN
The City Clerk read a report from the Community and Economic Development Department requesting a commitment from the City Council for a Targeted Rehabilitation Loan at 501 18 ½ Avenue in the amount of $2,970.00. A motion made by Alderman Murphy and seconded by Alderman Austin to commit $2,970.00 for the Targeted Rehabilitation Loan as recommended CARRIED on a Roll Call vote. AYES: Aldermen Brooks, Conroy, Pauley, Rockwell, White, Murphy and Austin. NAYS: None.
Agenda Item #30
520 18 AVENUE/TARGETED
REHABILITATION LOAN
The City Clerk read a report from the Community and Economic Development Department requesting a commitment from the City Council for a Targeted Rehabilitation Loan at 520 18th Avenue in the amount of $5,335.00. A motion made by Alderman Conroy and seconded by Alderman White to commit $5,335.00 for the Targeted Rehabilitation Loan as recommended CARRIED on a Roll Call vote. AYES: Aldermen Brooks, Conroy, Pauley, Rockwell, White, Murphy and Austin. NAYS: None.
Agenda Item #31
3401 25 STREET/TARGETED
REHABILITATION LOAN
The City Clerk read a report from the Community and Economic Development Department requesting a commitment from the City Council for a Targeted Rehabilitation Loan at 3401 25th Street in the amount of $2,000.00. A motion made by Alderman Murphy and seconded by Alderman White to commit $2,000.00 for the Targeted Rehabilitation Loan as recommended CARRIED on a Roll Call vote. AYES: Aldermen Brooks, Conroy, Pauley, Rockwell, White, Murphy and Austin. NAYS: None.
Agenda Item #32
The City Clerk read a report from the City Clerk regarding an application for the Rock Island High School Homecoming Parade to be held Friday, September 23 at 3:30 pm. A motion made by Alderman Pauley and seconded by Alderman Conroy to approve the activity CARRIED on a Voice vote.
Agenda Item #33
The City Clerk read a report from the City Clerk regarding a request from Rock Island High School to use the intersections of 31st Avenue at 24th Street on October 1, 2 8 and 9 from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. for the Student Hunger Drive. A motion made by Alderman Conroy and seconded by Alderman White to approve the activity CARRIED on a Voice vote.
Agenda Item #34
4 STREET, 11 AVENUE/BLOCK
PARTY
The City Clerk read a report from the City Clerk regarding an application to close 4th Street from 11th Avenue to the dead end, and a Sound Amplification application for a Block Party to be held August 27 from Noon to 9:00 p.m. A motion made by Alderman White and seconded by Alderman Austin to approve the street closing and sound amplification CARRIED on a Voice vote.
Agenda Item #35
The City Clerk read a report form the City Clerk regarding a request from Second Baptist Church to close off 6th Avenue between 9th and 10th Street, and a Sound Amplification application for a church picnic to be held Saturday, August 27 from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. A motion made by Alderman White and seconded by Alderman Rockwell to approve the street closing and sound amplification CARRIED on a Voice vote.
Agenda Item #36
The City Clerk read a report from the City Clerk regarding a request to close off part of 31st Street from 20th Avenue to approximately 1844 31st Street on Saturday, September 10 from 3:00 p.m. to Midnight for a Block Party. A motion made by Alderman Murphy and seconded by Alderman Rockwell to approve the street closing and sound amplification CARRIED on a Voice vote.
Agenda Item #37
The City Clerk read a report from the City Clerk regarding an application from Churches United for a Crop Walk to be held Sunday, October 9 beginning at 2:00 p.m., with a rally to begin at Noon at Memorial Christian Church at 15th Street and Third Avenue. A motion made by Alderman Austin and seconded by Alderman Murphy to approve the event CARRIED on a Voice vote.
Agenda Item #38
The City Clerk read a report from the City Clerk regarding a request to close off 45th Street between 6th and 7th Avenue and the alley east of 45th Street, and a Sound Amplification application for the annual East End Fair to be held Saturday, September 10 from Noon to 4:30 p.m. A motion made by Alderman Murphy and seconded by Alderman White to approve the street closing and sound amplification CARRIED on a Voice vote.
Agenda Item #39
The City Clerk read a report from the City Clerk regarding an outdoor event at the Moose Lodge on September 24 from 11:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., to include outdoor Sound Amplification and the sale of alcohol and food. A motion made by Alderman Conroy and seconded by Alderman Pauley to approve the outdoor sale of alcohol and the Sound Amplification CARRIED on a Voice vote.
City Manager John C. Phillips asked Sally Heffernan and Bill Nelson to discuss this celebration that is being planned. Ms. Heffernan explained that staff has been attending planning meetings. She stated that they plan to update materials and encourage teachers to take the students on field trips beginning September. She stated that Rock Island would be taking care of the railroad logistics for the event. She also noted that the committee decided to focus on something that would help our local businesses.
Mayor Schwiebert stated that this is an important celebration, but it needs to be privately supported with sponsorships for the events. He asked that staff report on the availability of funding and details. Alderman Conroy stated that money was not mentioned in the report. Mr. Phillips noted that his is just the beginning of the planning process, and the purpose of the report was to share the concept with Council. He stated that the committee is still putting details together.
Public Works Director Bob Hawes reviewed the recent change in the enforcement procedure modifications for temporary signs. He indicated that the signs will be allowed to remain on the City right-of-way between noon on Thursday and 8:00 a.m. the following Monday if they are not creating a public hazard or nuisance, and if the sign is behind the sidewalk. If there is no sidewalk, the sign should be at least ten feet from the curb or edge of roadway. Mr. Hawes stated that they revised these enforcement procedures due to the ongoing difficulty some citizens were having identifying the exact location of the street right-of-way.
Mr. Phillips called attention to the July Management report and encouraged Council to contact him or Finance Director Bill Scott if they had questions.
Jennifer Fowler, Community Marketing Director, reviewed the general results of the survey completed earlier this year. She presented the highlights and invited Council to visit her office to review the larger documents if they wished to do so.
Mr. Phillips called attention to the Project Status Report from Public Works, and asked that Council contact either Bob Hawes or Jim Johnson if they have any questions about the report.
Mr. Phillips announced his recommendation of Captain John Wright to be the new Chief of Police. He noted that the appointment would be on the Agenda for September 12 for Council approval.
9th STREET TRUCKS
Alderman Conroy stated that residents are complaining about the trucks continuing to use 9th Street. He stated that they are going from one end to the other, which is not allowed on that street. He commented that there are concerns about the truck traffic also because there are two schools located along that street. He stated that the residents want STOP signs on 9th Street.
Alderman Brooks stated that he has received calls supporting not having alcohol in convenience stores.
Alderman Rockwell announced that the Adopt A Unit Committee, along with the Rock Island High School Spanish Club and the VFW, are sponsoring a Trivia Night September 17 beginning at 6:30 p.m. at the VFW Post 1303.
Alderman Murphy announced the East End Fair to be held September 10 beginning at Noon until 4:30 p.m. in the area of St. John’s Lutheran Church in the Keystone Neighborhood. She indicated that there will be fun and games for everyone as well as informational booths and food for sale.
Alderman Austin announced that there will be a Ward Meeting September 13 at 6:30 p.m. at the First Church of the Nazarene. He stated that anyone is welcome to attend, and there will be staff members from the Public Works Department and Police Department to speak and to respond to questions and concerns from the audience.
BACKWATER GAMBLERS
Alderman Pauley stated that the Backwater Gamblers had just finished a weekend of waterskiing for people with disabilities. He noted that they do this in conjunction with Trinity, and they work with the people allowing them to water-ski. He also encouraged audience members to see the Backwater Gamblers show, noting that they have won several awards. He stated that their last show would be on Labor Day.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
A motion made by Alderman Conroy and seconded by Alderman Rockwell to recess to Executive Session on matters of Property Acquisition and Personnel CARRIED on a Roll Call vote. AYES: Aldermen Brooks, Conroy, Pauley, Rockwell, White, Murphy and Austin. NAYS: None. The meeting was recessed at 8:25 p.m.
Mayor Schwiebert reconvened the regular meeting at 9:10 p.m. A motion made by Alderman Brooks and seconded by Alderman Pauley to recess to Friday, September 9 at 12:00 Noon for Goal Settting CARRIED on a Roll Call vote. AYES: Aldermen Brooks, Conroy, Pauley, Rockwell, White, Murphy and Austin. NAYS: None. The meeting was recessed at 9:11 p.m.
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Jeanne F. Paggen, City Clerk