The Rock Island City Council met in Study Session at 5:00 p.m. in the Personnel Conference Room of Rock Island City Hall. Present were Mayor Mark W. Schwiebert, presiding, and Alderman Terry M.A. Brooks I, David Conroy, Dennis E. Pauley, Margie Mejia-Caraballo, Joy Murphy, and Charles O. Austin III. Also present were City Manager John Phillips, Trent Lehman and Bob Schmidt of the Ferguson Group and Martin Luther King Center Director Jerry Jones. Alderman Stephen L. Tollenaer was absent.

FERGUSON GROUP

City Manager John Phillips opened the discussion by stating that Mr. Lehman and Mr. Schmidt would review the status of projects that are priorities for the City for this fiscal year, review the status of the Federal appropriations process, and then discuss projects and appropriations for the next fiscal year.

Mr. Lehman addressed the Council and stated that there were eight (8) project requests for fiscal year 2008, seven (7) of the projects were appropriations related while one project was a water resource development act authorization request. Mr. Lehman offered that five (5) of the seven (7) projects are pending in either the House or Senate versions of the spending bills that received some type of funding. Mr. Lehman then reviewed the requests and appropriations. Mr. Lehman stated that the request for Citywide Wastewater/Stormwater Management Plan Federal assistance was not included in the House or Senate versions of the bill; and it was highly unlikely that it would be in the House Senate Conference Committee to receive funding.

Mayor Schwiebert inquired upon Mr. Lehman to describe the final item on the list regarding the Combined Sewer Long Term Control Plan as it is interconnected with Wastewater/Stormwater Management Plan, and why it was not included for funding. Mr. Schmidt offered that the WRDA Bill is law now, and the problem may stem from the event that the new Congress took last year’s bill and put it through the congressional process all over again without adding any new projects. The City was possibly caught in that situation. Mr. Lehman offered that while the Combined Sewer Long Term Control Plan is not included as an authorized project does not mean that funds will never be available. By being on the list puts the City in Line to receive funds in the future. Mayor Schwiebert added that if the City is not on the list as part of the authorization process, then the City would not be eligible for those dollars.

Mr. Lehman then indicated that the Martin Luther King Center request for the Community Center Training Program to educate and mentor youths at risk received funding of $200,000.00, which was included in the House CJS account of the Labor Health Human Services appropriations Bill. Mr. Lehman stated that the request for the Renovation of the Martin Luther King Center Community Center received $170,000.00 in the House and $1,000,000.00 in the Senate. The next request item was MetroLink, and Mr. Lehman noted that it was a successful request with $300,000.00 included in the House with a soft earmark in the Senate. Mr. Lehman offered that the request of $100,000.00 for the Sunset Marina Dredging was included in the House, but not in the Senate. The funding request for the Sunset Marina Improvements was not included in the House or Senate, and Mr. Lehman stated that it would not be included in the final House Senate Conference. Mr. Lehman offered that the request of $150,000.00 for the Mill Creek South Slough Project was included in the House.

Mr. Lehman stated to Council that after the House and Senate pass versions of the Bills with the dollar amounts, it is expected to go to Conference. They will decide what the overall dollar amounts will be. Mr. Lehman noted that sometimes the dollar amounts may shift. It was also noted that once an amount is included in the House or Senate, it is more than likely that a project will receive some type of funding.

Mr. Schmidt then discussed the appropriations process, after which was followed with questions from Council.

After more discussion, Mr. Lehman discussed the process for putting projects for funding together for fiscal year 2009. Mr. Lehman offered that over 20 project ideas had been discussed with staff regarding federal funding for the next fiscal year. Mr. Lehman stated that he and Mr. Schmidt would discuss those ideas with the Ferguson Group and will provide the City with a master list of everything that has been discussed in several weeks. The City would also be given ten (10) or eleven (11) ideas that the Ferguson Group thinks would be the best opportunities for the City, and then more discussion would follow to decide what the priorities would be for the Federal Agenda for Fiscal Year 2009.

FINANCIAL SOFTWARE UPDATE

City Manager John Phillips inquired upon Martin Luther King Center Director Jerry Jones to provide an update on the status of new Financial Software. Mr. Jones provided Council with background information on the City’s current vendor, Harris Inc. Mr. Jones noted that Harris has indicated that the current CCS Software is still supported, but will not be enhanced. The City has understood this to be a gradual elimination of CCS/Harris select financials as it is today. Mr. Jones indicated that the City committee agreed that the City should replace the core financial systems with software that would provide all essential financial processes, enhance value for Rock Island citizens and integrate and interface with current and future City software.

Mr. Jones acknowledged that last year, the committee examined the current software systems that are available. The committee met with various vendors, City staff and other stakeholders involved. Mr. Jones commented that through the selection process, the committee is recommending an upgrade to GEMS. Mr. Jones also offered that it meets the needs identified by the stakeholders that include the added value to citizens with online bill paying; the core financial functions that City staff has identified; integration and interfacing with other City software; and it uses a language that will enhance the City’s ability to communicate with a variety of other software. Mr. Jones also noted that GEMS provides free upgrades to software for life, which is the best value for what the City needs.

Mr. Jones then discussed the cost for GEMS financial software. The estimated cost is approximately $430,000.00. This would include a $131,650.00 savings, and a utility billing system, time for training, data conversion and customizations, and the first year maintenance cost would be $31,330.00.

Mayor Schwiebert inquired as to how the City ended up with the figure of $131,650.00 in savings. Mr. Jones responded that the $131,650.00 is the cost for the application software. Mr. Jones also offered that the City is currently a customer, and the City does not have to pay for the upgrades. If the City was not a current customer then the $131, 650.00 would be added to the 430,000.00.

Discussion followed concerning the maintenance costs. It was noted that the City would not be charged for the first year of maintenance costs, but in future years, the $31, 330.00 would be a base of which to calculate the maintenance costs.

Mr. Jones concluded that in January, it will be recommended for Council approval of the contract with implementation to begin in April of 2008, and implementation will be completed in 2009.

Mr. Phillips offered that the CIP would be brought to Council in the next several weeks.

ADJOURNMENT

A motion made by Alderman Austin and seconded by Alderwoman Murphy to adjourn the meeting carried on a roll call vote. Those voting Aye being Alderman Brooks, Alderman Conroy, Alderman Pauley, Alderwoman Mejia-Caraballo, Alderwoman Murphy and Alderman Austin; those voting No, none.

The meeting was adjourned at 6:18 p. m.

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Aleisha L. Patchin, City Clerk

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 Mark W. Schwiebert, presiding, and Aldermen Terry M.A. Brooks I, David Conroy, Dennis E. Pauley, Stephen L. Tollenaer, Margie Mejia-Caraballo, Joy Murphy and Charles O. Austin III. City Manager John Phillips was also present.

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 Conroy gave the Invocation.

Agenda Item #5

Minutes of the Meeting of November 5, 2007.

A motion was made by Alderman Austin and seconded by Alderwoman Murphy to approve the Minutes of the Meeting of November 5, 2007 as written. The motion carried by the following Aye and No vote; those voting Aye being Alderman Brooks, Alderman Conroy, Alderman Pauley, Alderman Tollenaer, Alderwoman Mejia-Caraballo, Alderwoman Murphy, and Alderman Austin; those voting No, none.

Agenda Item #6

A Special Ordinance amending a Special Ordinance by eliminating a handicapped parking space located at 1848 33^rd Street.

Alderman Pauley moved and Alderman Conroy seconded to consider, suspend the rules and pass the Special Ordinance amending a Special Ordinance by eliminating a handicapped parking space located at 1848 33^rd Street. The motion carried by the following Aye and No vote; those voting Aye being Alderman Brooks, Alderman Conroy, Alderman Pauley, Alderman Tollenaer, Alderwoman Mejia-Caraballo, Alderwoman Murphy, and Alderman Austin; those voting No, none.

Agenda Item #7

CLAIMS

It was moved by Alderman Austin, seconded by Alderman Pauley, 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 Pauley, Alderman Tollenaer, Alderwoman Mejia-Caraballo, Alderwoman Murphy, and Alderman Austin; those voting No, none.

a. Report from the Public Works Department regarding payment in the amount of $4,498.00 to DOI-USGS for installing, operating and maintaining two (2) acoustic flowmeters for the north and south side interceptor sewers. (293)

b. Report from the Public Works Department regarding payment #1 in the amount of $147,522.60 to Sterling Commercial Roofing Company for roof replacements and repairs. (306)

c. Report from the Personnel Department regarding payment in the amount of $32,458.00 to Joe Sisler and Attorney Thomas Cady (Crawford and Company) for Workers Compensation settlement.

Agenda Item #8

Claims for the weeks of November 2 through November 8 in the amount of $1,104,570.78

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

Agenda Item #9

Payroll for the weeks of October 22 through November 4 in the amount of $1,112,345.90.

It was moved by Alderman Pauley, seconded by Alderwoman Murphy to allow the payroll. The motion carried by the following Aye and No vote: those voting Aye being Alderman Brooks, Alderman Conroy, Alderman Pauley, Alderman Tollenaer, Alderwoman Mejia-Caraballo, Alderwoman Murphy, and Alderman Austin; those voting No, none.

Agenda Item #10

Report from the Information Technology Services Department regarding the purchase of a Bizhub C252 printer/copier from Mason City Business Systems in the amount of $23,750.00.

Alderwoman Mejia-Caraballo moved and Alderwoman Murphy seconded to approve the purchase and authorize payment as recommend. The motion carried by the following Aye and No vote: those voting Aye being Alderman Brooks, Alderman Conroy, Alderman Pauley, Alderman Tollenaer, Alderwoman Mejia-Caraballo, Alderwoman Murphy, and Alderman Austin; those voting No, none.

Agenda Item #11

Report from the Police Department regarding bids for the Dry Cleaning Contract, recommending the bid be awarded to Burke Cleaners in the amount of $5,582.25.

It was moved by Alderman Austin, seconded by Alderwoman Murphy to award the bid 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 Pauley, Alderman Tollenaer, Alderwoman Mejia-Caraballo, Alderwoman Murphy, and Alderman Austin; those voting No, none.

Agenda Item #12

Report from the Community and Economic Development Department regarding a request for the Riverfront Corridor Overlay District site plan review for a freestanding sign in a B-4 (highway business) district at 2940 Blackhawk Road.

Alderman Pauley moved and Alderman Conroy seconded to approve the request as recommended. The motion carried by the following Aye and No vote: those voting Aye being Alderman Brooks, Alderman Conroy, Alderman Pauley, Alderman Tollenaer, Alderwoman Mejia-Caraballo, Alderwoman Murphy, and Alderman Austin; those voting No, none.

Agenda Item #13

Report from the Community and Economic Development Department regarding a request for annexation of property located in an R-1 (one family residence) district at 3300 Blackhawk Road.

It was moved by Alderman Pauley, seconded by Alderwoman Murphy to approve the annexation 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 Pauley, Alderman Tollenaer, Alderwoman Mejia-Caraballo, Alderwoman Murphy, and Alderman Austin; those voting No, none.

Agenda Item #14

Report from the Community and Economic Development Department regarding a request for a rezoning from an R-1 (one family residence) district to a PUD (planned unit development) district at 3300 Blackhawk Road.

Alderman Pauley moved and Alderwoman Mejia-Caraballo seconded 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 Pauley, Alderman Tollenaer, Alderwoman Mejia-Caraballo, Alderwoman Murphy, and Alderman Austin; those voting No, none.

Agenda Item #15

Report from the Community and Economic Development Department regarding an appeal of the Villa de Chantal Landmark rescission denial at 2101 16^th Avenue.

It was moved by Alderman Pauley, seconded by Alderman Conroy to reject (rescind) the Preservation Commission’s decision of retaining the landmark designation of the Villa de Chantal as recommended.

Discussion followed with Mayor Schwiebert inquiring upon the applicants for the reversal of the Preservation Commission’s decision (Well Fargo Bank and the School District) to step forward.

Mr. Larry Brandt, Business Banking Manager for Wells Fargo Bank stepped forward and stated that Wells Fargo Bank has requested that the decision by the Historic Preservation Commission give consideration to the appeal. Mr. Brandt offered that it is felt that this is a good project for the community; it would be economically prohibitive to uphold the Commission’s decision.

Mr. Steve Clark, residing at 1701 88^th Avenue West and President of the Milan-Rock Island School Board stepped forward and stated that he is extremely excited for the school board and City Council to be working together to improve the community. Mr. Clark offered that this is a wonderful opportunity for plans for a 21^st century magnet school that is centrally located for the children of District 41 to be involved in a partnership with Western Illinois University, St. Ambrose College and Augustana College. Mr. Clark indicated that if the historic designation is not removed, the entire plan for the new school will collapse. Mr. Clark noted that a new school would not raise the tax rate, and inquired upon the City Council for support to make something great happen.

Mr. Rick Loy, Superintendent of Rock Island Schools and residing at 2741 47^th Street Ct. stepped forward, and stated that the construction for a new elementary school on the Villa site is contingent upon the City of Rock Island rescinding the historic designation of the Villa and rezoning the Villa site; that the Illinois Historic Preservation Agency rescinds the historic designation; and the community approve a bond referendum that is planned to be put on the February 5, 2007 ballot. Mr. Loy commented that the new school will have an enrollment of 550 students (Pre-K through sixth grade); it will be a magnet school emphasizing math and science.

Mr. Mike Oberhaus, Associate Superintendent of Rock Island Schools stepped forward and stated that they have a planning committee in place, which will meet on a weekly basis for the design phase of the new school. Mr. Oberhaus also commented that some plans have changed regarding the traffic patterns in and out of the site. And, the building plan has been changed from a one (1) story to a two (2) story building to bring back some of the historic significance to the site.

Mr. Bruce Harding who is an Architect with Shive/Hattery stepped forward and provided Council with the details of the plans for the new school on the Villa site. Mr. Harding explained the parking arrangements and traffic patterns as well as the added amenities including fencing, trees, trails and the overall green space.

Alderman Pauley inquired to Mr. Harding regarding the traffic pattern. Mr. Harding explained that buses would utilize 24^th Street, and come down 16^th Avenue and enter the site.

Mayor Schwiebert inquired as to what were the requirements for a two-story building with enrollment of 500 students. Mr. Harding responded that it would hinge on the size of the building and the number of students. Mr. Harding also noted that this plan is considered on the border between a medium and large elementary school.

Mayor Schwiebert inquired as to whether there was anyone who wished to speak in favor of the motion that was on the floor.

Ms. Diane Ewing of 1802 East 3^rd Street in Milan, Illinois stepped forward and voiced excitement for a new school to be built on the Villa site. Ms. Ewing also stated that the new school will give children an opportunity for a better education and future.

With no one else to speak in favor of the motion that was on the floor, Mayor Schwiebert inquired as to whether there was anyone who wished to speak in opposition to the motion that was on the floor, which would be to essentially speak in favor of the historic preservation designation.

Senator Joe Seng of 4804 Northwest Boulevard in Davenport, Iowa stepped forward and voiced strong concerns against lifting the historic designation of the Villa. Senator Seng stated that parts of the Villa could be saved. Senator Seng offered strong remarks for renovation of the Villa, and stated that the historic status of the property should not be disturbed.

Mayor Schwiebert commented on the integrity of Villa structure, the cost, and shape it was in after the fire and stated that the Villa was in ruins.

Ms. Colette Spurgetis of 1617 21^st Street stepped forward and voiced concerns regarding the Villa Landmark Designation, and requested that Council retain the Villa’s historic landmark designation.

Mayor Schwiebert clarified and commented that the Historic Preservation Ordinance is intended to preserve an existing structure. The Mayor offered that as of July 2005, much of the attractive architectural portion of the structure is gone due to the fire. Mayor Schwiebert then stated that assuming there is a building to preserve, the planning and zoning Ordinances are intended to assist with planning how the site will be in the future. This is where the citizens and the community’s input will continue.

After the Mayor’s comments, Mr. Brian Lees of 1419 32^nd Avenue stepped forward and stated that he was concerned for his children’s education and agreed that the Villa’s historic landmark designation should be retained.

Mr. Terry Anderson of 1704 22^nd Street stepped forward and favored retaining the Villa’s historic landmark designation.

Ms. Wanda Aspen of 1719 20^th Street No.6 stepped forward and stated that the Villa’s historic landmark designation should be retained.

Chad Bohonek of 1611 21^st Street stepped forward and voiced concerns regarding traffic and the safety of children. Mr. Bohonek also favored retaining the Villa’s historic landmark designation.

Ms. Sue Swords of 1620 22^nd Street stepped forward and favored retaining the Villa’s historic landmark designation.

Mr. Vince Thomas of 1000 21^st Street stepped forward and voiced concerns regarding the school board not showing any interest in historic preservation.

Mr. Ken Bratsch, Vice President of the Preservation Commission, and residing at 1036 21^st Street stepped forward and requested that Council not overturn the Preservation Commission’s decision to retain the historic landmark status of the Villa de Chantal.

Mr. Don Crawford of 1808 7^th Avenue stepped forward and requested that Council retain the Villa’s historic landmark designation.

Ms. Beth Anna Johnson of 1015 21^st Street stepped forward and agreed that the Villa’s historic landmark designation should remain.

Ms. Ann Steckel of 4025 36^th Avenue Ct. in Moline, Illinois stepped forward and was in favor of retaining the Villa’s historic landmark designation.

Ms. Maggie McMahon of 937 22^nd Street stepped forward and agreed that the Villa’s historic landmark designation should remain.

Ms. Diane Oestreich who is a Preservation Commission member and resides at 816 22^nd Street stepped forward, and requested that landmark status of the Villa be kept until after the voters weigh in on the bond sale during the February 5, 2008 Primary Election.

Mayor Schwiebert inquired if there was anyone else to speak in opposition to the motion on the floor. With no one else stepping forward, Mayor Schwiebert inquired if anyone from the school board wished to speak in response to what had been said.

Mr. Earl Strupp who is a Rock Island School Board member and resides at 3520 14^th Avenue stepped forward, and stated that we as a community are laying the future of our children at our feet. We are here to grow children. Mr. Strupp voiced remarks that were very much in favor of lifting the landmark designation of the Villa to make way for a new elementary school.

With no one else stepping forward to respond, discussion followed with Alderwoman Mejia-Caraballo stating that it could be a win/win situation if everyone worked together to retain the landmark designation and have a school. Alderwoman Mejia-Caraballo stated that she would vote to retain landmark designation of the Villa.

Alderman Austin stated that everything is destroyed, and the Villa is no longer the Villa. Alderman Austin stated that he was in favor of the motion on the floor.

Alderman Pauley stated that the facility is a ruin, and he would vote to rescind the Villa designation.

Alderman Conroy stated that this is a very important decision for the whole City. Alderman Conroy also stated that if the buildings could be salvaged, the tax payers could not afford what would be equal to half of the City’s annual property tax revenue to restore the buildings. Alderman Conroy noted that he would vote to rescind the landmark designation.

Alderman Brooks stated that this is an opportunity to have a great school. Alderman Brooks also noted that he would vote to rescind the landmark designation.

Alderwoman Murphy stated that she did not want this City just to be a city of old buildings that no one is taking care of. Alderwoman Murphy stated that the structure was too far gone, and she would vote to rescind the landmark designation.

Mayor Schwiebert stated that the process that brought everyone together was a useful one. Mayor Schwiebert commended the school board and the Preservation Commission. Mayor Schwiebert stated that he respectfully disagreed with the Preservation Commission.

After discussion, the motion reads as follows:

It was moved by Alderman Pauley seconded by Alderman Conroy to reject (rescind) the Preservation Commission’s decision of retaining the landmark designation of the Villa de Chantal as recommended. The motion carried by the following Aye and No vote: those voting Aye being Alderman Brooks, Alderman Conroy, Alderman Pauley, Alderman Tollenaer, Alderwoman Murphy, Alderman Austin and Mayor Schwiebert; those voting No, Alderwoman Mejia-Caraballo.

Agenda Item #16

Report from the Community and Economic Development Department regarding a request for a Preliminary Plan Amendment for the Planned Unit Development (PUD) district for the Villa de Chantal property at 2101 16^th Avenue.

Alderman Conroy moved and Alderwoman Murphy seconded to approve the request as recommended.

Discussion followed with Mayor Schwiebert stating that this item is for the preliminary approval for the Planned Unit Development. Mayor Schwiebert commented that this item will come back to Council for final action after they have developed final plans, at which time there will be more detailed drawings.

After discussion, the motion carried by the following Aye and No vote: those voting Aye being Alderman Brooks, Alderman Conroy, Alderman Pauley, Alderman Tollenaer, Alderwoman Mejia-Caraballo, Alderwoman Murphy, and Alderman Austin; those voting No, none.

Agenda Item #17

Report from the Traffic Engineering Committee regarding a request for removal of the residential parking (type B) restriction located at 23^rd Street between 5^th and 6^th Avenues.

It was moved by Alderman Austin seconded by Alderman Pauley to approve the request as recommended, and refer to the City Attorney for an Ordinance.

Alderwoman Mejia-Caraballo made a motion to amend the stated motion to state that on Sundays and Wednesdays restricted parking would not be enforced. Alderman Conroy seconded to amend.

Mayor Schwiebert stated that the motion before us is that parking would be allowed on 23^rd Street next to the People’s Missionary Baptist Church at 553 23^rd Street, and Thomas W. Hammer, C.P.A., P.C., at 2300 5^th Avenue, and the parking restriction would be eliminated for the remainder of the block on Sundays and Wednesdays.

Alderman Pauley stated that this is not a change, but an addition to the motion, which is to eliminate the restriction on parking in front of the church and Mr. Hammers. The motion to amend will allow parking in the rest of the residential area on Wednesdays and Sundays, which would be a motion to amend.

Pastor Willie Jones of Peoples Missionary Baptist Church located at 553 23^rd Street stepped forward and stated that the parking restriction has caused problems for congregation members and visitors of the Peoples Missionary Baptist Church.

Mayor Schwiebert inquired to Pastor Jones if the amendment would address his concerns. Pastor Jones responded that there are other activities that are held throughout the week including funerals, elderly activities, holiday worship services, and youth ministry services. Pastor Jones also noted that the church does not have any designated parking areas and rely heavily on street parking near the church property.

Mayor Schwiebert commented that it is not the City’s obligation to provide parking. However, we are trying to compromise by amending the Ordinance. Mayor Schwiebert also noted that there has to be some type of balance.

Mr. Shaun Daniels of 544 23^rd Street stepped forward and voiced concerns regarding parking on Wednesdays and Sundays.

Ms. Beth Anna Johnson of 1015 21^st Street stepped forward and gave suggestions to Council for the parking situation.

Mr. Glen Evans of 1120 8^th Avenue stepped forward and stated that he had talked to most of the neighbors in that area; the majority of neighbors did not have any problems with the parking issue.

Reverend Jarrod Parker of 3408 22^nd Street stepped forward and voiced concerns regarding the parking situation for funerals and other services at the church.

After more discussion, the motion to amend reads as follows:

It was moved by Alderwoman Mejia-Caraballo and seconded by Alderman Conroy to remove the parking restriction for the remainder of the block on 23^rd Street on Sundays and Wednesdays. The motion carried by the following Aye and No vote: those voting Aye being Alderman Brooks, Alderman Conroy, Alderman Pauley, Alderman Tollenaer, Alderwoman Mejia-Caraballo, Alderwoman Murphy, and Alderman Austin; those voting No, none.

The final amended motion reads as follows:

It was moved by Alderman Austin, seconded by Alderman Pauley to allow parking on 23^rd Street next to the Peoples Missionary Baptist Church at 553 23^rd Street, and Thomas W. Hammer, C.P.A, P.C., at 2300 5^th Avenue, and to remove the restriction on parking for the remainder of 23^rd Street (block) on Sundays and Wednesdays, 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 Pauley, Alderman Tollenaer, Alderwoman Mejia-Caraballo, Alderwoman Murphy, and Alderman Austin; those voting No, none.

Agenda Item #18

Items from the City Manager’s Memorandum Packet.

City Manager John Phillips did not have any items to discuss.

Agenda Item #19

Other Business

None

Agenda Item #20

No Executive Session

An Executive Session was not held.

Agenda Item #21

Recess

A motion was made by Alderman Brooks and seconded by Alderman Tollenaer to recess to Monday, November 19, 2007 at 5:00 p.m. The motion carried by the following Aye and No vote: those voting Aye being Alderman Brooks, Alderman Conroy, Alderman Pauley, Alderman Tollenaer, Alderwoman Mejia-Caraballo, Alderwoman Murphy, and Alderman Austin; those voting No, none.

The meeting was recessed at 9:35 p.m.

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Aleisha L. Patchin, City Clerk