The Rock Island City Council met for Study Session at 5:00 p.m. on Monday, September 8, 2003       in the Personnel Conference Room of Rock Island City Hall.  Present were Mayor Mark W. Schwiebert, presiding, and Aldermen Terry M. A. Brooks I, David R. Conroy, John E. Bauersfeld, Jr., Daniel Rockwell, Evelyn "Evie" R. White, Ann L. Keefe and Frank J. Forlini, Jr.  Staff present included City Manager John C. Phillips, Public Works Director Bob Hawes, Finance Director Bill Scott, Fire Chief Jerry Shirk, Community and Economic Development Department Director Greg Champagne, Planning Administrator Alan Carmen, Parks Director Bill Nelson and Information Services Director Claire Dubuisson.

 

MISCELLANEOUS ITEMS

 

            City Manager John C. Phillips distributed some items of interest to the City Council, including the printed version of the goals set by them Friday and Saturday.

 

GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND

 

            Finance Director Bill Scott introduced John Miller of R. V. Norene and Associates.  Mr. Miller reviewed the bond and bond ordinance, and distributed the bond ordinance with the numbers completed.  This was done after the bonds were sold.  He noted that there were eight bids received covering $3,080,000 General Obligation Bonds, Series 20003.  He noted that the best bid was from the Metrobank, National Association, of East Moline, and the recommendation of R. V. Norene was to award the bonds to Metrobank at par less a discount of $9,240.00.  Net interest rate for the bonds is 3.62597%, which was the lowest bid submitted.

 

            Mr. Miller noted that the Moody Rating of A2 reflects an expectation of moderate long-term growth in taxable resources; the city’s sound financial operations supported by favorable reserves and recurring, non-budgeted gaming tax revenues, and a manageable debt burden with direct debt rapidly retired.  He explained that the “manageable debt burden” was the fact that the major debts are generally paid off within ten years.  Following discussion, Mr. Miller left the meeting, and staff recessed to Executive Session.

 

EXECUTIVE SESSION

 

            A motion made by Alderman Conroy and seconded by Alderman White  to recess to Executive Session on matter of Property Acquisition CARRIED on a Roll Call vote.  AYES: Aldermen Brooks, Conroy, Bauersfeld, Rockwell, White, Keefe and Forlini.  NAYS: None.

 

            The meeting was recessed at 5:20 p.m. 

 

RECONVENED SESSION

 

            Mayor Schwiebert reconvened the regular meeting at 6:20 p.m.  Council briefly discussed the Moratorium issue, which was an item on the agenda for the 6:45 meeting.  Council suggested that the owners of Convenience stores selling alcohol be given the opportunity for input, and a Study Session should be held before it is placed on the regular agenda. 

 

 

Mayor Schwiebert noted that the Eagles Club, which is moving to 5103 11th Street, has applied for a Liquor License, and they have nearly completed the application process.  Mayor Schwiebert asked Council if they would agree to not include the Eagles in the Moratorium and Council consented to that exception. 

 

            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, Bauersfeld, Rockwell, White, Keefe and Forlini.  NAYS: None.

 

            The meeting was adjourned at 6:30 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, September 8, 2003, in the Council Chambers of Rock Island City Hall.  Present were Mayor Mark W. Schwiebert, presiding, and Aldermen Terry M. A. Brooks I, David R. Conroy, John E. Bauersfeld, Jr., Daniel Rockwell, Evelyn "Evie" R. White, Ann L. Keefe and Frank J. Forlini, Jr.

 

INTRODUCTORY PROCEEDINGS

 

            Mayor Schwiebert called the meeting to Order and led in the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America.  Alderman Keefe gave the Invocation.  A motion made by Alderman Forlini and seconded by Alderman Keefe to approve the Minutes of the meeting of August 25, 2003, as printed, CARRIED on a Voice vote.

 

PROCLAMATIONS

Agenda Item #6

PROSTATE CANCER AWARENESS MONTH/SEPTEMBER

 

            Mayor Schwiebert called attention to a proclamation declaring the month of September as Prostate Cancer Awareness Month.

 

ORDINANCES

Agenda Item #7

SURPLUS PROPERTY/AUCTION

 

            The City Clerk read a Special Ordinance declaring certain personal property as surplus for the purpose of sale at the annual Bi-State Regional Commission Auction on September 27.  A motion made by Alderman White and seconded by Alderman Rockwell to consider, suspend the rules and pass the Ordinance CARRIED on a Roll Call vote.  AYES: Aldermen Brooks, Conroy, Bauersfeld, Rockwell, White, Keefe and Forlini.  NAYS: None.

 

Agenda Item #8

GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS/SERIES 2003

 

            The City Clerk read a Special Ordinance authorizing the issuance of $3,080,000 General Obligation Bonds, Series 2003.  City Manager John C. Phillips reviewed the bonds and noted that the money is generally borrowed for special projects.  He noted that the City was again given Moody Rating of A2, which is good.  Following discussion, a motion made by Alderman Forlini and seconded by Alderman Keefe to consider, suspend the rules and pass the Ordinance CARRIED on a Roll Call vote.  AYES: Aldermen Brooks, Conroy, Bauersfeld, Rockwell, White, Keefe and Forlini.  NAYS: None.

 

CLAIMS

 

Agenda Item #9a

CITY ATTORNEY/LEGAL FEES

 

            The City Clerk read a statement from the City Attorney in the amount of $6,370.10 for legal services during the month of August.

 

Agenda Item #9b

NEPPL, POTTER/VEHICLE DAMAGE

 

            The City Clerk read a report from the Personnel Department recommending payment to Attorney Jeff Neppl and Phillip Potter in the amount of $9,000.00 for vehicle damage.

 

Agenda Item #9c

SHIVE-HATTERY/THIRD AVENUE RECONSTRUCTION

 

            The City Clerk read a report from the Public Works Department recommending payment to Shive-Hattery, Inc. in the amount of $3,222.56 for the Third Avenue Reconstruction from 20th to 24th Streets.

 

Agenda Item #9d

CENTENNIAL CONTRACTORS/2003 UTILITY PATCHING PROGRAM

 

            The City Clerk read a report from the Public Works Department recommending payment to Centennial Contractor in the amount of $26,515.97 for the 2003 Utility Patching Program.

 

Agenda Item #9e

GENERAL CONSTRUCTORS/20 STREET, 3 AVENUE

 

            The City Clerk read a report from the Public Works Department recommending payment to General Constructors in the amount of $41,631.93 for the removal of existing services at 20th Street and 3rd Avenue.

 

Agenda Item #9f

PARAGON CONSTRUCTORS/16 STREET, 3 AVENUE PARKING STRUCTURE

 

            The City Clerk read a report from the Public Works Department recommending payment to Paragon Constructors in the amount of $97,745.40 for the 16th Street and 3rd Avenue Parking Structure Restoration.

 

Agenda Item #9g

RUSSELL ELECTRIC/ILLINOIS CASUALTY PROJECT

 

            The City Clerk read a report from the Public Works Department recommending payment to Russell Electric in the amount of $2,834.81 for the Illinois Casualty 20th Street and 3rd Avenue Project.

 

Agenda Item #9h

GODWIN PUMPS/RENTAL DURING FLOODS

 

            The City Clerk read a report from the Public Works Department recommending payment to Godwin Pumps in the amount of $3,470.60 for the rental of pumps used during the flooding this past May.

 

           

            A motion made by Alderman Forlini and seconded by Alderman Rockwell to accept the reports and authorize payments as recommended CARRIED on a Roll Call vote. AYES: Aldermen Brooks, Conroy, Bauersfeld, Rockwell, White, Keefe and Forlini.  NAYS: None.

 

Agenda Item #10

AUGUST 22 THROUGH SEPTEMBER 4

           

            The City Clerk read the claims for the weeks of August 22 through September 4, 2003 in the amount of $1,534,123.36.  A motion made by Alderman Rockwell and seconded by Alderman Forlini   to allow the claims CARRIED on a Roll Call vote. AYES: Aldermen Brooks, Conroy, Bauersfeld, Rockwell, White, Keefe and Forlini.  NAYS: None.

 

PAYROLL

 

Agenda Item #11

AUGUST 18 THROUGH 31

 

            The City Clerk read the payroll for the weeks of August 18 through 31 in the amount of $913,703.85. 

 

GENERAL FUND

613,379.61

 

TIF DISTRICT #1 DOWNTOWN

1,960.97

 

TIF DISTRICT #2 SOUTH 11 STREET

189.57

 

TIF DISTRICT #3 NORTH 11 STREET

189.56

 

COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT

21.43

 

M L K COMMUNITY CENTER

3,177.12

 

FEDERAL COPS GRANT

4,129.41

 

COMMUNITY DEV. BLOCK GRANT

21,927.90

 

LIBRARY

41,686.58

 

ELDERLY SERVICES CONTRIBUTION

981.70

 

CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS

7,033.30

 

WATER

53,554.97

 

SEWER

38,456.36

 

COMMUNITY/EC DEVELOPMENT

5,687.31

 

BRIDGE

754.64

 

SUNSET MARINA

8,049.58

 

PARK AND RECREATION

79,983.21

 

EQUIPMENT MAINTENANCE

22,425.87

 

SELF INSURANCE

1,833.60

 

EMPLOYEE HEALTH INSURANCE

906.03

 

M L K ACTIVITY FUND

4,952.64

 

DRUG PREVENTION

3,422.49

 

TOTAL

914,703.85

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

A motion made by Alderman Forlini and seconded by Alderman Bauersfeld to allow the payroll CARRIED on a Roll Call vote. AYES: Aldermen Brooks, Conroy, Bauersfeld, Rockwell, White, Keefe and Forlini.  NAYS: None.

 

CONTRACTS/AGREEMENTS

 

Agenda Item #12

WALT LAMBACH/FIRE EXTINGUISHER MAINTENANCE, INSPECTION

 

            The City Clerk read a report from the Public Works Department regarding bids for the Fire Extinguisher Maintenance and Inspection, recommending the bid of Walt Lambach for one year.  Alderman Bauersfeld stated that he generally is in favor of local businesses getting the bids if they are within a certain percentage, but this bid is lower than his percentage. A motion made by Alderman     Forlini and seconded by Alderman Bauersfeld to award the bid as recommended and authorize the City Manager to execute the contract documents CARRIED on a Roll Call vote.  AYES: Aldermen Brooks, Conroy, Bauersfeld, Rockwell, White, Keefe and Forlini.  NAYS: None.

 

Agenda Item #13

BRACKE-HAYES-MILLER ARCHITECTS/STATION ROOF

 

            The City Clerk read a report from the Fire Department regarding a proposal from Bracke-Hayes-Miller Architects for the Station 3 Roof in the amount of $5,800.00.  Alderman White asked what was meant by the lack of ventilation, and Fire Chief Jerry Shirk explained it.  Following discussion, a motion made by Alderman Rockwell and seconded by Alderman Forlini to award the contract as recommended and authorize the City Manager to execute the contract documents CARRIED on a Roll Call vote.  AYES: Aldermen Brooks, Conroy, Bauersfeld, Rockwell, White, Keefe and Forlini.  NAYS: None.

 

Agenda Item #14

BUSINESS TECHNOLOGY INTEGRATORS/POLICE COPIER

 

            The City Clerk read a report from the Personnel Department regarding a maintenance agreement for Business Technology Integrators of Rock Island for the Police Copier in the amount of $3,000.00 per year.  Alderman White noted that the agreement could not be cancelled while it is in effect. She asked what would happen if they found a good copy machine.  Personnel Director/Assistant to the City Manager John Thorson responded that they planned to keep the same machine for this year while doing some research into a new machine that will meet the needs of the Police Department.  A motion made by Alderman Forlini and seconded by Alderman Brooks to approve the maintenance agreement as recommended and authorize the City Manager to execute the contract documents CARRIED on a Roll Call vote.  AYES: Aldermen Brooks, Conroy, Bauersfeld, Rockwell, White, Keefe and Forlini.  NAYS: None.

 

Agenda Item #15

VALLEY CONSTRUCTION/PAVEMENT GRINDING PROGRAM

 

            The City Clerk read a report from the Public Works Department regarding bids for the Pavement Grinding Program, recommending the bid of Valley Construction in the amount of $249.00 per hour. 

Alderman Bauersfeld requested a list of the locations where the grinding is going to be done.  A motion made by Alderman White and seconded by Alderman Forlini to award the bid as recommended and authorize the City Manager to authorize the contract documents CARRIED on a Roll Call vote.  AYES: Aldermen Brooks, Conroy, Bauersfeld, Rockwell, White, Keefe and Forlini.  NAYS: None.

 

Agenda Item #16

3910 38 STREET/LANDSCAPING BOULDERS

 

            The City Clerk read a report from the Public Works Department regarding a letter from the Sharps requesting permission to leave some existing landscaping boulders within the street Right of Way at 3910 38th Street.  Dan Sharp spoke to Council regarding his request.  Alderman Forlini discussed the process of the insurance policy naming the City as additional insured.  Following discussion, a motion made by Alderman White and seconded by Alderman Bauersfeld to approve the existing boulders pending receipt of a certificate of insurance naming the City as additional insured CARRIED on a Roll Call vote.  AYES: Aldermen Brooks, Conroy, Bauersfeld, Rockwell, White, Keefe and Forlini.  NAYS: None.

 

Agenda Item #17

EMPLOYEE POLICIES/ADDITIONAL AMENDMENTS

 

            The City Clerk read a report from the Personnel Department regarding the Employee Retirement Security Act language updates to the first and fourth amendments and summary plan description, and adding a fifth amendment that will allow retirees to have money taken out of their pension checks on a pre-tax basis. A motion made by Alderman White and seconded by Alderman Rockwell to approve the changes and accept the Fifth Amendment as recommended CARRIED on a Roll Call vote.  AYES: Aldermen Brooks, Conroy, Bauersfeld, Rockwell, White, Keefe and Forlini.  NAYS: None.

 

Agenda Item #18

SEWER BACKUP CLAIM/REESE

 

            The City Clerk read a report from the Personnel Department regarding a request for a review of a denial of a sewer backup claim.  A motion was made by Alderman Bauersfeld and seconded by Alderman Forlini to pay the claim in the amount of $864.00, explaining that the amount was the value of the lost property less the cost of their own labor.  Alderman Keefe stated that she would be voting against this motion because the city has no legal responsibility to pay this type of claim because the incident occurred through no fault of the city.  Alderman Rockwell stated that this is a unique circumstance, and he would vote in favor of the motion because it was the right thing to do.  Following discussion, the motion CARRIED on a Roll Call vote.  AYES: Aldermen Brooks, Conroy, Bauersfeld, Rockwell, White and Forlini.  NAYS: Alderman Keefe.

 

Agenda Item #19

RESOLUTION/MORATORIUM

 

            The City Clerk read a report from the Police Department regarding a Resolution creating a Moratorium for one year for any new Liquor Licenses on 11th Street with the exception of restaurants.  A motion was made by Alderman Keefe and seconded by Alderman Brooks to adopt the Resolution. 

 

 

Alderman Bauersfeld noted that this one-year moratorium would allow some time to review the liquor ordinance and make changes to it.  He noted that this would also minimize the expansion of significant neighborhood blight that is being created by some of the convenience stores selling alcohol.  Alderman Brooks stated that the sale of alcohol is beginning to become a problem that needs some restraints. Alderman Rockwell stated that the review would include looking at the definitions in the liquor ordinance. Following discussion, the motion CARRIED on a Roll Call vote.  AYES: Aldermen Brooks, Conroy, Bauersfeld, Rockwell, White, Keefe and Forlini.  NAYS: None.

 

Agenda Item #20

LEAF BURNING/RESTRICTIONS

 

            There was no report with this item.  Alderman Conroy made a motion to allow leaf burning on Monday, Wednesday and Saturday only, and refer to the City Attorney for an Ordinance. 

 

            Kai Swanson, 2514 22 ˝ Avenue, spoke in support of a leaf burning ban and commended the Council for taking this step.  He stated that any time leaf burning is allowed, carcinogens are released into the air. 

 

            Deb Peterson, 3532 51st Street, Moline, representing Trinity Medical Centers, stated that leaf burning is a problem for patients as well as their employees.  She stated that it is a quality of life issue, and also commended Council for taking this step.

 

            Patricia Nederbrock, 3633 14th Street, stated she was opposed to any ban on leaf burning.  She stated that she is asthmatic, and controls it with medicine.  She noted that she burns leaves and stands by the smoke. She stated that if the number of hours to burn are limited as well as the days left to burn, people will be burning wet leaves, which makes the situation worse.  Alderman Conroy stated that the hours are not being limited, but rather are remaining the same – from dawn to dusk.

 

            Alderman Rockwell stated that this issue is important to a lot of people, and this will give time to come up with viable options that aren’t economically painful. 

 

            Charles Hizer, 1801 15 ˝ Street Court, stated that he mulches when he can, but he does not bag or burn.  He has two asthmatic children who are grown now, but he suggested that they ultimately need a total ban on burning.  He also noted that two people in his department at Augustana College are living across the river because Rock Island does not have a ban on burning.

 

            John Sherwin, 1520 20th Avenue, stated that he has over one hundred trees, and he mulches, composts and still burns.  He stated that he and his children actually enjoy the smoke from burning leaves.

 

            Alderman Keefe stated that in due time the city will be required to ban leaf burning completely, and this will give an idea of what could be done in that instance.  She noted that this is a one-year trial of limited days, which offers a good opportunity for residents to bag their leaves, mulch or compost.  She suggested that the current restrictions should be enforced strictly.

 

           

Alderman Bauersfeld stated that he is opposed to mandates without funding.  He stated that the state and federal government have done it to the city, and this is becoming an unfunded mandate for our citizens.  He stated that Ward 3 is a “tree Ward” and the three days of banning leaf burning reduces the burn opportunities by 59%.  He suggested a minimum of four days for burning be allowed, which will give more flexibility to the residents.  A motion was made by Alderman Bauersfeld and seconded by Alderman Rockwell to amend the motion and add Thursday as a burn day. 

 

            Alderman Brooks stated that many residents in his ward are living on fixed incomes, and changing the burn days from seven to three would create a heavy burden.  He stated that, if people are not allowed to burn leaves, they would pile them up rather than using another option.  He noted that bagging leaves cost a lot of money and many will not be able to do that, either.

 

            Alderman White indicated that she understood where the others are coming from, and she can support the ban.  She stated that she would rather see three days than four days being allowed for burning, because it gives the children more time to play outside.

 

            Alderman Conroy stated that, whether the burning is allowed for three or four days, it is still making an inroad.  He noted that leaf burning lasts into the night, and he sees this as a first step to a complete ban on burning.  He stated that this will keep things moving forward and this is a good start.

 

            Following discussion, the motion to amend, adding Thursday to the other three days, CARRIED on a Roll Call vote.  AYES: Aldermen Brooks, Bauersfeld, Rockwell and Forlini.  NAYS: Aldermen Conroy, White and Keefe.

 

            The main motion, as amended, banning leaf burning on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Saturday, and refer to the City Attorney for an Ordinance, CARRIED on a Voice vote.

 

COMMUNITY/ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT

 

Agenda Item #21

EAGLE FOOD STORE/TESBO, L.L.C.

 

            The City Clerk read a report from the Community and Economic Development Department regarding a proposed development agreement with TESBO, L.L.C. for the purchase of the Eagle Food Store. Alderman Forlini stated that about two weeks ago, he surveyed about fourteen people in the Eagle store, asking them if they were in favor of the store remaining open. He noted that they all indicated that they would continue to shop there if it stayed open, and he indicated that it is crucial that this agreement gets passed.  Greg Champagne, Community and Economic Development Department Director, reviewed the proposed development agreement.  He noted that it would be difficult to find another use for this site, and this will continue to provide a grocery store for the residents who need it. 

 

            Ben Eastep, of the TESBO, L.L.C. group, spoke to Council about the project.  Alderman White asked if they would be providing a line of high quality goods.  Mr. Eastep stated that they would change the name, and would continue to provide the same high-end line of goods offered by Eagles. He stated that there are still a lot of issues to be resolved, but the group is very optimistic.  Alderman Bauersfeld stated that he applauds them for stepping forward to do this project, and also the staff and the group for the work that has already been done.  He asked Mr. Eastep to keep Council informed of the progress.

 

            Following discussion, a motion made by Alderman Bauersfeld and seconded by Alderman Rockwell to approve the agreement and authorize the City Manager to execute the contract documents CARRIED on a Roll Call vote.  AYES: Aldermen Brooks, Conroy, Bauersfeld, Rockwell, White, Keefe and Forlini.  NAYS: None.

 

 

Agenda Item #22

400 9 STREET/SPECIAL USE PERMIT REQUEST TO APPLY

 

            The City Clerk read a report from the Community and Economic Development Department regarding a request from Ronald Day for a Special Use Permit to operate a towing and major vehicle repair business at 400 9th Street.  A motion made by Alderman Bauersfeld and seconded by Alderman Brooks not to allow Mr. Day to apply for the Special Use Permit CARRIED on a Voice vote, with Alderman Forlini voting against the motion.

 

 

Agenda Item #23

1600 6 STREET/ROOF DEFERRED PAYMENT LOAN

 

            The City Clerk read a report from the Community and Economic Development Department regarding a request for a commitment from the City Council in the amount of $4,840.00 for a Roof Deferred Payment Loan at 1600 6th Street. A motion made by Alderman Brooks and seconded by Alderman Rockwell to commit $4,840.00 as recommended CARRIED on a Roll Call vote.  AYES: Aldermen Brooks, Conroy, Bauersfeld, Rockwell, White, Keefe and Forlini.  NAYS: None.

 

 

Agenda Item #24

1312 12 STREET/PROJECT FACELIFT PROGRAM

 

            The City Clerk read a report from the Community and Economic Development Department regarding a request for a commitment from the City Council in the amount of $10,890.00 for the Project Facelift Program at 1312 12th Street.  A motion made by Alderman White and seconded by Alderman Bauersfeld to commit $10,890.00 as recommended CARRIED on a Roll Call vote. AYES: Aldermen Brooks, Conroy, Bauersfeld, Rockwell, White, Keefe and Forlini.  NAYS: None.

 

 

TRAFFIC ENGINEERING/PARKING

 

Agenda Item #25

2018 17 STREET/NO PARKING TO CORNER REMOVED

 

            The City Clerk read a report from the Traffic Engineering Committee regarding a request from Dorothy Menting for the removal of a portion of the NO PARKING TO CORNER area located at 2018 17th Street.  A motion made by Alderman White and seconded by Alderman Rockwell to deny the request as recommended CARRIED on a Voice vote.

 

 

Agenda Item #26

14 STREET WEST/NO PARKING ZONE

 

            The City Clerk read a report from the Traffic Engineering Committee regarding a request from the Public Works Department to approve a NO PARKING zone near the crosswalks on 14th Street West by Ridgewood School.  A motion made by Alderman Keefe and seconded by Alderman White to approve the request and refer to the City Attorney for an Ordinance CARRIED on a Voice vote. 

 

Agenda Item #27

YWCA/LOADING ZONE REPLACED WITH FIVE-MINUTE PARKING SPACE

 

            The City Clerk read a report from the Traffic Engineering Committee regarding a request from the YWCA of the Quad Cities to replace the existing Loading Zone with a five-minute parking space.  A motion made by Alderman White and seconded by Alderman Bauersfeld to approve the replacement of the Loading Zone with the five-minute parking space and refer to the City Attorney for an Ordinance CARRIED on a Voice vote.

 

BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS

 

Agenda Item #28

WATER RESOURCES, MLK BOARD, LIBRARY BOARD/APPOINTMENTS

 

            The City Clerk read a memorandum from Mayor Schwiebert recommending eleven new appointments to the Water Resources Advisory Committee, one new appointment to the Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center Board of Directors, and two reappointments to the Library Board. 

 

WATER RESOURCES ADVISORY COMMITTEE:

            Jim Hass

            Robert Schroeder

            Lane Trefftzs

            Norm Moline

            George Coin

            Bob Votroubek

            Mike Thoms

            Mike Oberhaus

            Sharon Cramer

            Mary Donnelly

            Donna Goldberg

 

MARTIN LUTHER KING Jr. COMMUNITY CENTER BOARD OF DIRECTORS

            Dr. I. V. Foster

 

LIBRARY BOARD

            Ruth Evelyn Katz

            Nancy Hass

 

           

A motion made by Alderman Keefe and seconded by Alderman White to approve the appointments as recommended CARRIED on a Voice vote.

 

PERMITS/LICENSES

 

Agenda Item #29

HILLTOP INN/SEPTEMBER 11

 

            The City Clerk read a letter from Mike Kavanaugh of the Hilltop Inn, requesting to hold an outside event in the parking lot of the Hilltop Inn on September 11 from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.  A motion made by Alderman White and seconded by Alderman Bauersfeld to allow the outside event CARRIED on a Voice vote.

 

Agenda Item #30

RIHS HOMECOMING/SEPTEMBER 19

 

            The City Clerk read a report from the City Clerk regarding an application for the Rock Island High School Homecoming Parade to be held September 19 at 3:15 p.m.  A motion made by Alderman  Conroy and seconded by Alderman Rockwell to approve the application CARRIED on a Voice vote.

 

Agenda Item #31

STUDENT HUNGER DRIVE/ROCK ISLAND HIGH SCHOOL, ALLEMAN HIGH SCHOOL

 

            The City Clerk read a report from the City Clerk regarding requests from both Rock Island High School and Alleman High School to use the intersection of 24th Street at 31st Avenue for the Student Hunger Drive this year  - on September 28, October 5 and 19 from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.  A motion made by Alderman Rockwell and seconded by Alderman White to approve the requests CARRIED on a Voice vote, with Alderman Forlini voting against the motion.  Alderman Forlini stated that he is against this because of the safety factors.

 

Agenda Item #32

CROP WALK/STREET CLOSING

 

            The City Clerk read a report from the City Clerk regarding a request to close off part of Third Avenue from west of the alley by Royal Neighbors to 15th Street on Sunday, October 12 at 12:30 p.m. for the beginning of the Crop Walk.  A motion made by Alderman Forlini and seconded by Alderman White to approve the street closing CARRIED on a Voice vote.

 

Agenda Item #33

SBC/SOUND AMPLIFICATION

 

            The City Clerk read a report from the City Clerk regarding an application for Sound Amplification from SBC for an outdoor event on September 28 from 12 Noon to 5:00 p.m. for the employees and their families.  A motion made by Alderman Forlini and seconded by Alderman Conroy   to approve the Sound Amplification CARRIED on a Voice vote.

 

 

Agenda Item #34

BLOCK PARTY/STREET CLOSING, SOUND AMPLIFICATION

 

            The City Clerk read a report from the City Clerk regarding a request to close off part of 31st Street, from 3027 20th Avenue to 1841 31st Street on Saturday, September 20 from 3:00 p.m. to Midnight for a block party with Sound Amplification.  Council questioned the time for the music to end, which was indicated on the application as 3:00 a.m.  The City Clerk clarified that this was changed when the applicant was in the office, but did not get changed on the application itself. Following discussion, a motion made by Alderman White and seconded by Alderman Forlini to approve the street closing and Sound Amplification for the event CARRIED on a Voice vote.

 

ITEMS FROM THE CITY MANAGER’S MEMORANDUM

 

            Alan Carmen, Planning Administrator, reviewed the “Get Personal Program Created by Neighborhood Partners School-Community Task Force.”   He noted that Mr. Markward will be presenting this to the School Board, and if there is a consensus of approval, they will go ahead with the program.

 

            City Manager John C. Phillips called attention to the annual year-end letter from the US Department of Housing and Urban Development.

 

OTHER BUSINESS - COUNCIL

 

            Alderman Rockwell thanked the Police Department and Fire Department for allowing him to participate in their programs.  Last week, he rode along with a Police Officer for a number of hours, and he also participated in training with the Fire Department. 

 

            In response to a question from Alderman Rockwell, Greg Champagne and Alan Carmen spoke briefly about the Central Riverfront Design Strategy, noting that the negotiations are ongoing, and there have been adjustments made in the scope of work. Mr. Carmen stated that the committee would be getting back together and the report should be on the agenda in September or October.

 

            Alderman Keefe reminded the audience about the East End Fair coming up this weekend in the parking lot of St. John’s Church on 7th Avenue.  It will be Saturday, September 13 from Noon to 5:00 p.m.

 

            Mayor Schwiebert reviewed the Goal Setting Sessions held with the City Council members on Friday and Saturday.  He read the Vision Statement and the goals that were determined by Council.  Alderman Brooks stated that there was a lot of concentration on neighborhoods and population growth.  Alderman Keefe noted that there was little emphasis on the downtown, indicating that a lot has been accomplished there already.

 

OTHER BUSINESS – AUDIENCE

 

            Ametra Carroll, 1609 6th Street, spoke to Council about her plan to help youth choose education.  She also asked Council to work toward creating a stiffer penalty for marijuana use or make it legal.

 

            Steve Teeter, 1417 43rd Street, stated that he is a crossing guard at 18th Avenue and 41st Street. He asked people to slow down when they are near the crossings, and noted that nobody pays attention to signs in the crosswalk.  He also encouraged others to apply for the crossing guard positions, noting that it is a good experience.

 

RECESS

 

            A motion made by Alderman Bauersfeld and seconded by Alderman White to recess to Monday, September 15 at 5:00 p.m. CARRIED on a Roll Call vote.  AYES: Aldermen Brooks, Conroy, Bauersfeld, Rockwell, White, Keefe and Forlini.  NAYS: None.

 

            The meeting was recessed at 8:25 p.m.

 

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                                                                                                            Jeanne F. Paggen, City Clerk