Rock Island City Council met in regular session at 6:45 p.m. in the Council Chambers of Rock Island City Hall. Present were Mayor Dennis E. Pauley, presiding, and Aldermen Terry M.A. Brooks I, David Conroy, P. J. Foley, Jason W. Jones, Joy Murphy and Charles O. Austin III. City Manager John Phillips was also present. Alderman Stephen L. Tollenaer was absent.  

 

Introductory Proceedings

 

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

 

Agenda Item #5

Minutes of the Meeting of September 21, 2009.

 

A motion was made by Alderman Austin and seconded by Alderman Jones to approve the Minutes of the Meeting of September 21, 2009. The motion carried by the following Aye and No vote; those voting Aye being Alderman Brooks, Alderman Conroy, Alderman Foley,  Alderman Jones, Alderwoman Murphy and Alderman Austin; those voting No, none.

 

Agenda Item #6

Update Rock Island by Mayor Pauley.

 

Mayor Pauley discussed the annual Goal Setting session that was held this past weekend. Mayor Pauley stated that on Friday morning, staff members met with the facilitator to discuss accomplishments and outline what they saw as issues for next year.  It was noted that on Friday afternoon, the Mayor, Council members, City Manager and Public Works Director met to establish goals for the next year and to look five (5) years towards the future.  Mayor Pauley explained that the session gives the team an opportunity to discuss a wide range of issues that they will be confronted with over the next year and at the same time allows for team building.

 

Mayor Pauley stated that at the end of the session, targets for action were voted on and separated into two (2) categories, which include Top and High priorities. It was noted that the Top Council targets for 2010 include; Examine and Evaluate Alternative Revenue Sources; Promote Casino Area  Development; Support the Safer Communities Task Force; Encourage Campustown Development; and Establish Rock Island Housing Vision and Plan and Solidify Working Relationships.

 

Mayor Pauley indicated that the High priorities include; Determine Direction for Operation of Sunset Marina; Update and Fund the Capital Improvement Plan; Promote Development on the Andalusia Corridor and South along the Rock Island Parkway; Support Columbia Park Development; and Encourage Retail Development on the Blackhawk Road Corridor.

 

Mayor Pauley stated that the Council has been given a list of 20 people that will comprise the Safer Communities Task Force.  It was noted that the Police Department will give presentations regarding crime statistics and what has been done in the past as well as any plans for the future.  Mayor Pauley indicated that the task force will hear from focus groups that will include youth groups and any other individuals or groups that they believe will be important in  helping to find solutions in regards to safety. Mayor Pauley added that when the task force’s work is complete, there will be a public read out of the results and plans of action.

 

Mayor Pauley reminded everyone of the Food For Thought fundraiser being held at the Rock Island Library, Downtown on October 8, 2009 from 5:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. It was noted that the donation to attend is $25.00 per person or $45.00 per couple. Mayor Pauley offered that there will be a wide variety of food, wine and beer.

 

Mayor Pauley stated that at the last Council meeting, there was a bet placed on who would win the football game between Rock Island High School and Alleman High School.  Mayor Pauley stated that it was a great game and Rock Island High School came out on top with the last second touchdown pass.  Mayor Pauley congratulated both teams.  It was noted that the Council members that were Alleman graduates lived up to their bet and they sang the Rock Island Fight Song accompanied by the Rock Island High School Cheerleaders.

 

Agenda Item #7

United Way Campaign Presentation.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        

Mayor Pauley inquired upon Waste Water Plant Supervisor Randy James to update the Council on this year’s annual United Way Campaign.

 

Mr. James accompanied by RIFAC Manager Cindy Dasso and Bruce Pieper, Loaned Executive from United Way addressed Council. Mr. James thanked the City for their support last year and stated that local agencies as well as a lot of people in the Quad Cities need a lot of help this year.  Mr. James added that on Friday, October 9, 2009, the City will hold the annual United Way Cookout from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. in the City parking ramp. It was noted that all proceeds will benefit United Way.

 

Mr. James then inquired upon Mr. Bruce Pieper to comment on this year’s United Way Campaign.

 

Mr. Pieper thanked everyone for the United Way Campaign last year, and stated that there are many people that are in need of help this year that have never faced this situation before.  It was noted that the agencies are having problems meeting the demand due to less funding and an increase in clients.  Mr. Pieper stated that now is the time and the opportunity to bring the community together to unite and help fellow neighbors and friends that are in need.  Mr. Pieper offered that if everyone that is currently making a donation to United Way would increase their pledge by $1.00 a week, an additional two million dollars would be raised for the community and that would make a difference.   Mr.  Pieper thanked everyone for their continued support.

 

Mayor Pauley encouraged everyone to support United Way.

 

City Manager Phillips thanked Mr. James and Ms. Dasso for their leadership regarding the United Way Campaign.

 

Agenda Item #8

Presentation of the 2009 Labor Day Parade Awards.

 

Mayor Pauley inquired upon Grace Shirk, Art Milton and Mary Chappell who are all members of the Labor Day Parade Advisory Board to join him at the podium for the 2009 Presentation of the Labor Day Parade Awards.

 

Mr. Milton stated that this year’s annual parade’s theme was “#25: Silver Celebration.” Mr. Milton commented on the highlights of the parade. Mr. Milton stated that there were over 180 entries this year, which included; 52 organizations, 32 businesses, 12 churches, 27 school units, 29 individuals, 27 government related entries and 7 musical groups.  Mr. Milton thanked everyone involved with the parade for making it safe and successful.

 

Ms. Shirk along with Mayor Pauley presented the 2009 Labor Day Parade Awards to the winning recipients.

 

 The following winners accepted their awards:

      

The Citizen’s Choice Award winners were selected by various citizens watching the parade. The winners included; American Bank & Trust Company, Church of Peace, United Church of Christ, First Baptist Church of Rock Island, The Polish Pub, QC PAWS: RI County Animal Care & Control and the Red Hat Ladies.

 

The Council’s Choice Award winners included; Backwater Gamblers Water Ski Show Club, Earl Hanson Elementary School, Edgewood Baptist Church - Celebrate Recovery,   Hy-Vee Foods of Rock Island, Quad City Elite Robotics Team #648, Rick’s House of Hope and the Rock Island Center for Math & Science. Ganson’s Neighborhood Bakery & Café was the recipient of the Parade Committee’s Choice Award. Denkmann Elementary School received the Marshal’s Choice Award for the best theme-related entry and Comedy Sports was the recipient of The Mayor’s Cup Winner.

 

Ms. Chappell discussed the background history concerning the establishment of the Labor Day Parade and then along with Mayor Pauley presented special plaques to the nine (9) 25 year entry participants, which included; Alleman Catholic High School, Alleman High School Band, Association of Retired Firefighters, Rock Island Fire Department, Rock Island High School Band, Rock Island – Milan District 41, Rock Island Police Department, Whitey’s Ice Cream, Inc. and Valley Construction Company.   

 

Mayor Pauley congratulated all of the winners and everyone involved with the parade.                    

Agenda Item #9

Proclamation declaring October 6, 2009 as a day honoring Persons With Mental Illnesses: People of Courage.

 

Mayor Pauley read the Proclamation declaring October 6, 2009 as a day honoring Persons With Mental Illnesses: People of Courage.

 

Mr. David Weinstein, CEO of Transitions accepted the Proclamation. Mr. Weinstein thanked the Council and the Mayor for the Proclamation. Mr. Weinstein stated that this week is Mental Illness Awareness Week; it is designated as such to specifically honor these courageous individuals and to make everyone aware that there is still much that needs to be done in regards to mental illness.

 

Agenda Item #10

A Special Ordinance amending a Special Ordinance establishing a No Parking space and a handicapped parking space next to the No parking space on 14th Avenue in front of Harris Pizza located at 3903 14th Avenue.

 

Alderwoman Murphy moved and Alderman Conroy seconded to consider, suspend the rules and pass the Ordinance.

 

Discussion followed with Alderwoman Murphy thanking Harris Pizza for their support in giving up a parking space in front of their business.

 

After discussion, the motion carried by the following Aye and No vote: those voting Aye being Alderman Brooks, Alderman Conroy, Alderman Foley, Alderman Jones, Alderwoman Murphy and Alderman Austin; those voting No, none.

 

Agenda Item #11

A Special Ordinance amending a Special Ordinance by eliminating a handicapped parking space 2157 14th Street.

 

It was moved by Alderman Austin, seconded by Alderman Foley to consider, suspend the rules and pass the Ordinance. The motion carried by the following Aye and No vote: those voting Aye being Alderman Brooks, Alderman Conroy, Alderman Foley, Alderman Jones, Alderwoman Murphy and Alderman Austin; those voting No, none.

 

Agenda Item #12

CLAIMS

 

It was moved by Alderman Austin, seconded by Alderman Jones to accept the following reports and authorize payment as recommended. The motion carried by the following Aye and No vote: those voting Aye being Alderman Brooks, Alderman Conroy, Alderman Foley,  Alderman Jones, Alderwoman Murphy and  Alderman Austin; those voting No, none.

 

 

a.       Report from the Administrative Services Department regarding payment in the amount of $5,025.50 to Konecky, Koenig, Kutsunis and Weng for legal services rendered for September 2009.

 

b.      Report from the Administrative Services Department regarding payment in the amount of $80,539.05 to Attorney David Goldberg (Crawford & Company) for Worker’s Compensation Settlement for Anthony Mendoza.

 

c.       Report from General Administration regarding payment in the amount of $3,474.94 to Lyle Sumek Associates, Inc. for services provided for the Governance session held on June 1, 2009.

 

d.      Report from the Public Works Department regarding payment in the amount of $21,293.99 to C.H. Langman Son, Inc. for an emergency sewer repair at 25th Street and 22½ Avenue. (304)

 

e.       Report from the Public Works Department regarding payment in the amount of $11,114.08 to C.H. Langman Son, Inc. for an emergency sewer patch in the alley on 30th Street and 14th Avenue. (305)

 

f.       Report from the Public Works Department regarding payment #1 in the amount of $19,050.36 to Atlas Excavating, Inc. for services provided for the 2009 Sewer Cleaning and Televising project. (310)

 

Agenda Item #13

Claims for the weeks of September 18 through October 1 in the amount of $2,245,088.57.

 

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

 

Agenda Item #14

Payroll for the weeks of September 7 through September 20 in the amount of $1,232,761.90.

 

It was moved by Alderman Foley, seconded by Alderman Austin to allow the payroll as recommended. The motion carried by the following Aye and No vote: those voting Aye being Alderman Brooks, Alderman Conroy, Alderman Foley, Alderman Jones, Alderwoman Murphy and Alderman Austin; those voting No, none.

 

Agenda Item #15

Report from the Administrative Services Department regarding the purchase of five (5) time clocks from Midwest Automated Time Systems in the amount of $7,500.00.

 

Alderwoman Murphy moved and Alderman Austin seconded to approve the purchase as recommended. The motion carried by the following Aye and No vote: those voting Aye being Alderman Brooks, Alderman Conroy, Alderman Foley, Alderman Jones, Alderwoman Murphy and Alderman Austin; those voting No, none.

 

Agenda Item #16

Report from the Community and Economic Development Department regarding the purchase of eight (8) tax auction properties in the amount of $8,920.00. 

 

It was moved by Alderman Conroy, seconded by Alderman Jones to approve the purchase as recommended, authorize the City Manager to execute the contract documents and refer to the City Attorney for an Ordinance.  The motion carried by the following Aye and No vote: those voting Aye being Alderman Brooks, Alderman Conroy, Alderman Foley,  Alderman Jones, Alderwoman Murphy and Alderman Austin; those voting No, none.

 

Agenda Item #17

Report from the Community and Economic Development Department regarding the purchase of property at 1023 3rd Avenue from Diana Pizano in the amount of $42,250.00. 

 

Alderman Austin moved and Alderman Foley seconded to approve the purchase as recommended, authorize the City Manager to execute the contract documents and refer to the City Attorney for an Ordinance. The motion carried by the following Aye and No vote: those voting Aye being Alderman Brooks, Alderman Conroy, Alderman Foley,  Alderman Jones, Alderwoman Murphy and Alderman Austin; those voting No, none.

 

Agenda Item #18

Report from the Public Works Department regarding bids for the purchase of a 2010 IH Truck Mounted Sewer Combination Machine, recommending the bid be awarded to Coe Equipment Company in the amount of $271,223.00

 

It was moved by Alderman Jones, seconded by Alderwoman Murphy to award the bid as recommended, authorize purchase and refer to the City Attorney for an Ordinance declaring the current 1993 IH Vac-con as surplus. The motion carried by the following Aye and No vote: those voting Aye being Alderman Brooks, Alderman Conroy, Alderman Foley, Alderman Jones, Alderwoman Murphy and Alderman Austin; those voting No, none.

 

 

 

 

Agenda Item #19

Report from the Administrative Services Department regarding an agreement with the BNSF Railroad for a permit for a fiber optic line to cross the railroad as part of the QC-ICC project.

 

Alderman Austin moved and Alderman Conroy  seconded to approve the agreement as recommended, authorize payment in the amount of $2,500 for fees, payment in the amount $800.00 for rail insurance and authorize the City Manager to execute the contract documents. The motion carried by the following Aye and No vote: those voting Aye being Alderman Brooks, Alderman Conroy, Alderman Foley, Alderman Jones, Alderwoman Murphy and Alderman Austin; those voting No, none.

 

Agenda Item #20

Report from the Police Department regarding a one (1) year renewal contract expiring December 31, 2010 with Quad City Towing, Inc. for towing services at the prices quoted in the existing contract. 

 

It was moved by Alderwoman Murphy, seconded by Alderman Conroy to approve the one (1) year renewal contract as recommended and authorize the City Manager to execute the contract documents. The motion carried by the following Aye and No vote: those voting Aye being Alderman Brooks, Alderman Conroy, Alderman Foley,  Alderman Jones, Alderwoman Murphy and Alderman Austin; those voting No, none.

 

Agenda Item #21

Report from the Police Department regarding a one (1) year renewal contract expiring December 31, 2010 with Ray O’Herron Company for the purchase of police uniforms and equipment at the prices quoted in the existing contract.

 

Alderman Jones moved and Alderwoman Murphy seconded to approve the one (1) year renewal contract as recommended and authorize the City Manager to execute the contract documents. The motion carried by the following Aye and No vote: those voting Aye being Alderman Brooks, Alderman Conroy, Alderman Foley, Alderman Jones, Alderwoman Murphy and Alderman Austin; those voting No, none.

 

Agenda Item #22

Report from the Police Department regarding a one (1) year renewal contract expiring December 31, 2010 with Uniform Den, Inc. for the purchase of Police uniforms and equipment at the prices quoted in the existing contract.

 

It was moved by Alderman Conroy, seconded by Alderman Foley to approve the one (1) year renewal contract as recommended and authorize the City Manager to execute the contract documents. The motion carried by the following Aye and No vote: those voting Aye being Alderman Brooks, Alderman Conroy, Alderman Foley, Alderman Jones, Alderwoman Murphy and Alderman Austin; those voting No, none.

 

 

Agenda Item #23

Report from the Finance Department regarding an adjustment to the Fiscal Year 2010 Budget, recommending an adjustment to the Sunset Marina Fund in the amount of $26,330.15. 

 

Alderman Foley moved and Alderwoman Murphy seconded to approve the adjustment as recommended. The motion carried by the following Aye and No vote: those voting Aye being Alderman Brooks, Alderman Conroy, Alderman Foley, Alderman Jones, Alderwoman Murphy and Alderman Austin; those voting No, none.

 

Agenda Item #24

Report from General Administration regarding a Special Ordinance establishing Lakeview Estates as the City of Rock Island’s Agent according to the Illinois Abandoned Mobile Home Act. 

 

It was moved by Alderman Austin, seconded by Alderman Jones to consider, suspend the rules and pass the Ordinance. The motion carried by the following Aye and No vote: those voting Aye being Alderman Brooks, Alderman Conroy, Alderman Foley, Alderman Jones, Alderwoman Murphy and Alderman Austin; those voting No, none.

 

Agenda Item #25

Report from the Public Works Department regarding payment to the J.L. Watts Company, recommending a final relocation expense payment in the amount of $54,447.00 for the removal of property stored on the site.

 

Alderman Conroy moved and Alderwoman Murphy seconded to approve the payment as recommended. The motion carried by the following Aye and No vote: those voting Aye being Alderman Brooks, Alderman Conroy, Alderman Foley, Alderman Jones, Alderwoman Murphy and Alderman Austin; those voting No, none.

 

Agenda Item #26

Report from the Community and Economic Development Department regarding a grant application for the establishment of a Brownfield Revolving Loan Fund, recommending submission of the Revolving Loan Fund application to the USEPA in an amount not to exceed $500,000.00.

 

It was moved by Alderwoman Murphy, seconded by Alderman Austin to approve the submission of the application as recommended and authorize the Mayor to execute the grant application.  The motion carried by the following Aye and No vote: those voting Aye being Alderman Brooks, Alderman Conroy, Alderman Foley, Alderman Jones, Alderwoman Murphy and Alderman Austin; those voting No, none.

 

Agenda Item #27

Report from the Community and Economic Development Department regarding the donation of two (2) vacant lots located at 431 9th Street and 917 5th Avenue.

Alderwoman Murphy moved and Alderman Conroy seconded to approve the donation as recommended, authorize the City Manager to execute the contract documents and refer to the City Attorney for an Ordinance. The motion carried by the following Aye and No vote: those voting Aye being Alderman Brooks, Alderman Conroy, Alderman Foley, Alderman Jones, Alderwoman Murphy and Alderman Austin; those voting No, none.

 

Agenda Item #28

Report from the Community and Economic Development Department regarding the donation of property located at 920 6th Street. 

 

It was moved by Alderman Jones, seconded by Alderman Foley to approve the donation as recommended, authorize the City Manager to execute the contract documents and refer to the City Attorney for an Ordinance.  The motion carried by the following Aye and No vote: those voting Aye being Alderman Brooks, Alderman Conroy, Alderman Foley,  Alderman Jones, Alderwoman Murphy and Alderman Austin; those voting No, none.

 

Agenda Item #29

Report from the Community and Economic Development Department regarding a street light request appeal for the placement of a street light in the middle of the 2400 block of 8th Avenue.

 

Alderman Jones moved and Alderman Conroy seconded to open Agenda Item #29 for discussion.

 

Mayor Pauley inquired as to whether there was anyone that wished to speak on Agenda Item #29.

 

Linda and Tom Wheatley of 2415 8th Avenue stepped forward. Mrs. Wheatley stated that neither of the lights on 24th or 25th Street illuminates 8th Avenue. It was noted that the street has a heavy canopy of trees that contributes to the darkness on the street. Mrs. Wheatley also voiced concerns regarding safety issues when taking walks in the mornings and evenings.

 

Mr. Alan Curl of 2435 8th Avenue stepped forward. Mr. Curl agreed that a streetlight was needed on 8th Avenue.

 

Mrs. Jean McAdam of 2422 8th Avenue stepped forward. Mrs. McAdam stated that there is a street light at the end of each block in which one street light illuminates 24th Street and the other one illuminates 25th Street, but 8th Avenue is very dark.

 

Mr. Dave McAdam of 2422 8th Avenue stepped forward. Mr. McAdam voiced concerns regarding crime and safety issues in the area and stated that a streetlight is needed on 8th Avenue. Mr. McAdam commented on the darkness of the area. Mr. McAdam also voiced concerns regarding standard policy as it relates to the distance and measurement regarding the installation of a streetlight.

 

Discussion followed regarding costs as it relates to the installation of a streetlight and policy standards as it relates to the amount of feet allowable between streetlights on a street and intersection.

 

Mayor Pauley inquired upon Planning and Redevelopment Administrator Alan Carmen to comment on the cost and placement of a street light as it relates to 8th Avenue and policy standards.

 

Mr. Carmen stated that there are no installation costs; typically, it is approximately $100.00 per year for the cost of electricity. Mr. Carmen stated that the standard measurement for a streetlight is 400 feet between lights.  If there is another mid block light placed as requested, then it would be approximately 215 feet between a light at 24th Street and a light at 25th Street, which according to policy would not be met.

 

More discussion followed regarding distance and measurement as it relates to the installation of a streetlight on the 2400 block of 8th Avenue; security measures as it relates to installing a street light in that area; costs as it relates to neighborhoods wanting more lighting; and easement issues as it relates to gaining easement permission from adjoining property owners for power from the alley.

 

Mr. Steve Trainor, a representative of the Community Caring Conference stepped forward. Mr. Trainor stated that the neighbors on 8th Avenue want a streetlight.

 

Mr. Trainor indicated that he had checked with MidAmerican Energy Company and stated that they would require an easement from the alley to wire the streetlight on the street. It was noted that the neighbors have given permission for the 2 ½ foot easement.  Mr. Trainor also discussed the measurement and placement of streetlights on 24th and 25th Streets.

 

After more discussion, Alderwoman Murphy moved and Alderman Brooks seconded to approve the request appeal for placement of a streetlight in the middle of the 2400 block of 8th Avenue. The motion carried by the following Aye and No vote: those voting Aye being Alderman Brooks, Alderman Conroy, Alderman Foley, Alderman Jones, Alderwoman Murphy and Alderman Austin; those voting No, none.

 

Agenda Item #30

Report from the Traffic Engineering Committee regarding a request for the installation of a handicapped parking space at 914 42nd Avenue.

 

It was moved by Alderman Austin, seconded by Alderman Conroy to approve the request as recommended and refer to the City Attorney for an Ordinance.  The motion carried by the following Aye and No vote: those voting Aye being Alderman Brooks, Alderman Conroy, Alderman Foley,  Alderman Jones, Alderwoman Murphy and Alderman Austin; those voting No, none.

 

 

Agenda Item #31

Report from the Traffic Engineering Committee regarding a request for reducing the speed limit on 21st Avenue from 9th to 11th Street.

 

Alderman Foley moved and Alderman Conroy seconded to approve the request as recommended and refer to the City Attorney for an Ordinance.

 

Discussion followed. Alderman Conroy stated that he doesn’t usually vote to approve changing the speed limits on streets.  Alderman Conroy added that this is a unique case and there is a daycare center in this area. Alderman Conroy indicated that he would support reducing the speed limit on 21st Avenue from 9th to 11th Street.

 

Alderman Brooks stated that he was in favor of reducing the speed limit on 21st Avenue from 9th to 11th Street.

 

Alderman Foley stated that this particular area is in his ward, and vehicles move quickly along this street. Alderman Foley stated that he would support reducing the speed limit due to a daycare center being in the area.

 

After discussion, the  motion carried by the following Aye and No vote: those voting Aye being Alderman Brooks, Alderman Conroy, Alderman Foley,  Alderman Jones, Alderwoman Murphy and Alderman Austin; those voting No, none.

 

Agenda Item #32

Report from the Mayor regarding appointments to the Safer Community Task Force.

 

Alderwoman Murphy moved and Alderman Austin seconded to approve the appointments as recommended.

 

Discussion followed with Alderman Brooks stating that this challenge will be handled better by having a diverse representation of people throughout the City on this task force.

 

After discussion, the motion carried by the following Aye and No vote: those voting Aye being Alderman Brooks, Alderman Conroy, Alderman Foley, Alderman Jones, Alderwoman Murphy and Alderman Austin; those voting No, none.

 

Appointments to the Safer Community Task Force include; Ms. Connie Hayes-Community Caring Conference; Tad Birditt-NAACP; Kai Swanson-Augustana College; Jessica Terry-Mayes-Rock Island resident; Preston Muhammed-Ministry of Nation of Islam; Kim Foley-Sharp-Rock Island resident; Johnnie Woods-Rock Island resident; Greg Hass-Rock Island business owner; Ed Littig-Broadway District/Rock Island Housing Authority; Thomas Merchie-Investigator; Lee Strohbehn-Rock Island business owner; Pat Chatinski-Rock Island resident; Jerry Wolking-Realtor; Ed Veasey-Assistant Principal of Rock Island High School; Rufus Greer-Youth Build; Althia Saunders-12/21 Block Club member; Rev. Jay Bland-Greater Antioch Baptist Church; Shellie Moore-Guy-Rock Island resident, Nick Camlin-Rock Island resident and Andy Boswell-Keystone Neighborhood.

 

Agenda Item #33

Report from the City Clerk regarding a request from Martinis on the Rock to hold a fundraising event outside on Sunday, October 11, 2009 from 12:00 noon to 7:00 p.m. , and a request for a fundraising event with outdoor entertainment on Sunday, October 18, 2009 from 1:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

 

It was moved by Alderwoman Murphy, seconded by Alderman Foley to approve the outdoor events as recommended, subject to complying will all liquor license regulations and subject to being closed down early if noise complaints are received.

 

Alderman Austin commented that the property owner is very responsible and if anyone is looking to dine on the river, this establishment is an option.

 

The motion carried by the following Aye and No vote: those voting Aye being Alderman Brooks, Alderman Conroy, Alderman Foley,  Alderman Jones, Alderwoman Murphy and Alderman Austin; those voting No, none.

 

Agenda Item #34

Report from the City Clerk regarding a Sound Amplification Permit for Augustana College to hold a concert outside on campus grounds from 8:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. on Tuesday, October 13, 2009.  

 

Alderman Conroy moved and Alderman Jones seconded to approve the sound amplification permit as recommended. The motion carried by the following Aye and No vote: those voting Aye being Alderman Brooks, Alderman Conroy, Alderman Foley,  Alderman Jones, Alderwoman Murphy and Alderman Austin; those voting No, none.

 

Agenda Item #35

Report from the City Clerk regarding a request from the District for a modification to their October 29, 2009 event application, requesting the temporary closure of 18th Street and 2nd Avenue from sidewalk to sidewalk and the use of six (6) barricades and two (2) Road Closed Ahead barricades to restrict traffic.

 

It was moved by Alderman Foley, seconded by Alderman Jones to approve the requests as recommended. The motion carried by the following Aye and No vote: those voting Aye being Alderman Brooks, Alderman Conroy, Alderman Foley, Alderman Jones, Alderwoman Murphy and Alderman Austin; those voting No, none.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Agenda Item #36

Items from the City Manager’s Memorandum Packet.

 

City Manager Phillips stated that a press release was included in the memo packet regarding the Free Leaf Collection Program, which will begin on the week of October 12, 2009. It was noted that yard waste bags are available as of today, October 5th.

 

City Manager Phillips offered that included in the memo packet is a report regarding the Martin Luther King Center programs for this past year. Mr. Phillips stated that there was a high level of participation in the after school programs as well as the summer programs this year.

 

Mr. Phillips reminded Council of RIFAC’s groundbreaking for the new addition that will be held on Thursday, October 8, 2009 at 4:00 p.m.

 

Alderman Jones inquired as to where citizens may pick up free leaf bags.

 

City Manager Phillips stated that citizens may pick up bags at City Hall, Public Works, Community Caring Conference, Martin Luther King Center, South Rock Island Township Office and Sunset Marina Office.

 

Alderman Austin reminded everyone of the Food For Thought event to be held on Thursday, October 8, 2009 at the Main Library. 

 

Alderwoman Murphy reminded everyone to Shop Rock Island. Alderwoman Murphy stated that Sports Depot is located at 1316 30th Street and they have a lot of Quad City team’s sports merchandise. 

 

Agenda Item #37

Other Business

 

Mr. Virgil Mayberry of 559 22nd Avenue addressed Council. Mr. Mayberry stated that he has come to the meeting as a representative of his neighborhood. Mr. Mayberry indicated that he had requested Slow-Children Playing signs from the City due to speeding traffic in his neighborhood area.  Mr. Mayberry noted that the City sent a letter to him explaining that the installation of the signs is not authorized by the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices for Streets and Highways due to enforceability, proliferation of signs and the signs being a danger to children. Mr. Mayberry inquired upon Council to consider installing speed bumps on the street in his neighborhood.

 

Alderman Conroy inquired upon Public Works Director Bob Hawes to follow up with a report regarding this matter.

 

Tim Dooling of 832 14½ Street voiced concerns regarding police issues. 

 

 

Agenda Item #38

No Executive Session.

 

An Executive Session was not held.

 

Agenda Item #39

Recess

 

A motion was made by Alderman Jones and seconded by Alderwoman Murphy to recess to Monday, October 12, 2009 at 5:00 p.m. The motion carried by the following Aye and No vote: those voting Aye being Alderman Brooks, Alderman Conroy, Alderman Foley,  Alderman Jones, Alderwoman Murphy and Alderman Austin; those voting No, none.

 

The meeting was recessed at 8: 16 p.m.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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                                                                     Aleisha L. Patchin, City Clerk