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| Meeting Date : 14 January 2002 7:00 P.M. | |
On The Agenda |
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1. |
Minutes of prior meetings |
2. |
Police Report |
3. |
Public comments |
| 4. | Commissioners reports |
| 5. | Communications |
| 6. | Unfinished business |
| 7. | Approval of bills |
| 8. | New business |
| A. Approve notice of award to Korte & Luitjohan Contractors, Inc. for East Meadows Pump Station replacement. | |
| 9. | Adjourn |
Meeting Minutes |
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| Present: | Y | Mayor Taylor | N | Commissioner Smith | Y | Commissioner Wendling | N | Commissioner White | Y | Commissioner Zeigler |
| Also present were Police Chief Mark Walker and City Clerk Helen Moll. | ||||||||||
| 1. | Prior minutes were read and approved | |||||||||
| 2. | Public comments | |||||||||
| 3. | Routine Business | |||||||||
| 4. | Police Chief Mark Walker gave the report of the Police Department activities for the month of December. | |||||||||
| 5. | On January 7 four bids were received and opened for East Meadows Pump Station replacement, the call for bids having been advertised in the Altamont Independent on December 17th, 2001 and the Altamont News on December 18th, 2001. On the recommendation of Curry and Associates Engineers, Inc. and on a motion by Com. Wendling and seconded by Com. Zeigler, the bid of Korte & Luitjohan Contractors, Inc. in the amount of $55,461.00 was accepted. Members voted as follows: Com. Wendling - Y, Com. Zeigler - Y and Mayor Taylor - Y. | |||||||||
| 6. | The Annual Report for the fiscal year ending April 30, 2001 was received from the auditors on December 24, 2001 and distributed to Council members at the regular Council Meeting held on December 26, 2001 for their study. Having been given time to study same, on a motion by Com. Wendling and seconded by Com. Zeigler, the Council approved the Annual Report prepared by Daughhetee & Parks, P.C. as submitted. Members voted as follows: Members voted as follows: Com. Wendling - Y, Com. Zeigler - Y and Mayor Taylor - Y. | |||||||||
| 7. | Adjourned | |||||||||
| Meeting Date : 28 January 2002 6:30 P.M. | |
On The Agenda |
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1. |
Minutes of prior meetings |
2. |
Public comments |
| 3. | Commissioners reports |
| 4. | Communications |
| 5. | Unfinished business |
| 6. | Approval of bills |
| 7. | New business |
| A. Consider Variance of Business sign at 1 E. Jefferson Ave. per Zoning Board recommendation and Ordinance on same, Ordinance No. VA-804. | |
| 8. | Adjourn |
Meeting Minutes |
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| Present: | Y | Mayor Taylor | Y | Commissioner Smith | N | Commissioner Wendling | N | Commissioner White | Y | Commissioner Zeigler |
| Also present were Dr. Stephen Bailey, Clyde Barr, The Altamont News, Rana Connolly, The Effingham Daily News and Helen Moll, City Clerk. | ||||||||||
| 1. | Prior minutes were read and approved | |||||||||
| 2. | Public comments | |||||||||
| 3. | Routine Business | |||||||||
| 4. | A request for Variance by Dr. Stephen Bailey of Bailey Family Chiropractic, to modify the setback for a freestanding sign by his place of Business at 1 E. Jefferson Ave., was presented to the council. The Zoning Board of Appeals recommended this variance for approval on January 23rd, 2002. On a motion by Com. Smith and seconded by Com. Zeigler, the Council approved Ordinance No. VA804, a variance permit specifying and approving the above subject. Members voted as follows: Com. Smith - Y, Com. Zeigler - Y and Mayor Taylor - Y. | |||||||||
| 5. | Mayor Taylor told the Council a "Thank You" from the Effingham County Chapter of the American Red Cross had been received expressing appreciation for the donation from the City of Altamont for financial support for the September 11th tradegy. | |||||||||
| 6. | Com. Smith informed the Council that Public Works Superintendent and his crew have been working on playground equipment in the parks and have listed items to be repaired or replaced. On a motion by Com. Smith and seconded by Com. Zeigler, the Council approved the expenditure of $4,931.00 for playground equipment, the largest to be a merry-go-round in Schmidt Park. Members voted as follows: Com. Smith - Y, Com. Zeigler - Y and Mayor Taylor - Y. | |||||||||
| 7. | Adjourn | |||||||||
| Meeting Date : 11 February 2002 7:00 P.M. | |
On The Agenda |
|
1. |
Minutes of prior meetings |
2. |
Police Report |
3. |
Public comments |
| 4. | Commissioners reports |
| 5. | Communications |
| 6. | Unfinished business |
| 7. | Approval of bills |
| 8. | New business |
| A. Discuss possible waterline extension from water tower, south past Interstate 70. | |
| B. Discussion of GIS mapping of the City of Altamont | |
| C. Review of intergovernmental agreement concerning the Altamont Enterprise Zone. | |
| D. Possible Executive Session to discuss possible litigation. | |
| 9. | Adjourn |
Meeting Minutes |
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| Present: | Y | Mayor Taylor | Y | Commissioner Smith | Y | Commissioner Wendling | Y | Commissioner White | Y | Commissioner Zeigler |
| Also present were Police Chief Mark Walker, Rana Connolly, Effingham Daily News and City Clerk Helen Moll. | ||||||||||
| 1. | Prior minutes were read and approved | |||||||||
| 2. | Public comments | |||||||||
| 3. | Routine Business | |||||||||
| 4. | Police Chief Mark Walker gave the report of the Police Department activities for the month of January. | |||||||||
| 5. | The Council discussed the proposed extension of a 12" water main from the water tower along the old B&O Railroad to the north limits of Frederking's Subdivision. The replacement of the existing line would improve water pressure which is not low but not great, replace old undersize lines, valves and hydrants and would permit Roger's Custom Cabinets and Millwork to install a sprinkler system. To hire a contractor the cost would be $214,885, including valve interconnects, plus or minus $3000. There is the possibility of a grant for assistance in this project. | |||||||||
| 6. | Information on GIS - Geographic Information System has been received and a discussion was made of having topographical maps developed of the city by the same company that was hired recently by Effingham and Jasper Counties. Mayor Taylor presented the Council with information of GIS as well as a breakdown of how each department in the city would benefit from the mapping. The Council discussed information at hand and the fact that the city could get better pricing if they decide to use this company while it is working with the county. It was also noted this would need to be done while there are no leaves on the trees. | |||||||||
| 7. | Altamont Enterprise Zone Intergovernmental Agreement with the Villages of Dieterich, Farina, Beecher City and Fayette, Effingham Counties was presented to the Council for members to study and consider. The Council is expected to make a decision at it's next meeting. | |||||||||
| 8. | Com. White reported that a work crew from Vandalia Correctional Center has been here cleaning brush and saplings around the North & South Sewer Lagoons and are doing a good job. | |||||||||
| 9. | Com. Wendling reported that Eric Morris has been appointed to a Pole Attachment Steering Committee. Several I.M.E.A. Member Cities are involved in this project. | |||||||||
| 10. | On a motion by Com. Wendling and seconded by Com. Zeigler, the Council approved a permit request from Laborers Local 1048 Roadblock for Disabled Children on May 17th from 4pm until dusk and on May 18th from 8am until 1pm. Members voted as follows: Com. Smith - Y, Com. Wendling - Y, Com. White - Y, Com. Zeigler - Y and Mayor Taylor - Y. | |||||||||
| 11. | At 8:07pm on a motion by Com. Wendling and seconded by Com. Smith, the Council went into Executive Session to discuss possible litigation. Members voted as follows: Com. Smith - Y, Com. Wendling - Y, Com. White - Y, Com. Zeigler - Y and Mayor Taylor - Y. | |||||||||
| 12. | At 8:22pm on a motion by Com. White and seconded by Com. Wendling, the Council returned to regular session. Members voted as follows: Com. Smith - Y, Com. Wendling - Y, Com. White - Y, Com. Zeigler - Y and Mayor Taylor - Y. | |||||||||
| 13. | On a motion by Com. Wendling and seconded by Com. White, the Council approved having the City Attorney prepare a lien on the remaining lots in South Tower Acres Subdivision for an unpaid monetary commitment to the City of Altamont. Members voted as follows: Com. Smith - Y, Com. Wendling - Y, Com. White - Y, Com. Zeigler - Y and Mayor Taylor - Y. | |||||||||
| 14. | Adjourned | |||||||||
| Meeting Date : 25 February 2002 7:00 P.M. | |
On The Agenda |
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1. |
Minutes of prior meetings |
2. |
Public comments |
| 3. | Commissioners reports |
| 4. | Communications |
| 5. | Unfinished business |
| 6. | Approval of bills |
| 7. | New business |
| A. Discuss mowing - 2002 Mowing Season | |
| 8. | Adjourn |
Meeting Minutes |
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| Present: | Y | Mayor Taylor | Y | Commissioner Smith | N | Commissioner Wendling | Y | Commissioner White | Y | Commissioner Zeigler |
| Also present were Altamont resident Jim Baker and City Clerk Helen Moll. | ||||||||||
| 1. | Prior minutes were read and approved | |||||||||
| 2. | Public comments | |||||||||
| 3. | Routine Business | |||||||||
| 4. | On a motion by Com. Zeigler and seconded by Com. White, the Council approved entering into an agreement with Bruce Harris and Associates for Geographical Information System Mapping of the City as discussed at the February 11th Council Meeting. Members voted as follows: Com. Smith - Y, Com. White - Y, Com. Zeigler - Y and Mayor Taylor - Y. | |||||||||
| 5. | On a motion by Com. White and seconded by Com. Smith, the Council authorized Mayor Taylor to sign the necessary paperwork in regards to the Altamont Enterprise Zone Intergorvernmental Agreement along with other authorities. Members voted as follows: Com. Smith - Y, Com. White - Y, Com. Zeigler - Y and Mayor Taylor - Y. | |||||||||
| 6. | On a motion by Com. Smith and seconded by Com. White, the Council approved a quote for mowing from Only-To-Go Mowing Service, Linda Ballinger, for $1,100.00 per mowing which includes Gilbert Park, 4 Ball Diamonds, Heritage Park, Schmidt Park, Municipal Building, Triangle, Union Cemetery and no charge for the Frog Pond location and Parking Lot at 2 S. Third Street. This is a firm price for 5 years. Members voted as follows: Com. Smith - Y, Com. White - Y, Com. Zeigler - Y and Mayor Taylor - Y. | |||||||||
| 7. | On a motion by Com. Smith and seconded by Com. Zeigler, the Council approved the closing of W. Washington Street at the north end of the Triangle on March 30th for porkburger sales by the Boy Scouts, Alan Shumaker, leader , from 10:30 AM until 2:00 PM. This is a firm price for 5 years. Members voted as follows: Com. Smith - Y, Com. White - Y, Com. Zeigler - Y and Mayor Taylor - Y. | |||||||||
| 8. | Com. White presented a letter received from Illinois Environmental Protection Agency in regard to the Priority Lake and Watershed Implementation Program. | |||||||||
| 9. | Adjourned | |||||||||
| Meeting Date : 11 March 2002 7:00 P.M. | |
On The Agenda |
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1. |
Minutes of prior meetings |
2. |
Public comments |
| 3. | Commissioners reports |
| 4. | Communications |
| 5. | Unfinished business |
| 6. | Approval of bills |
| 7. | New business |
| A. Approve Audit Report No. 65 - Motor Fuel Tax Funds | |
| B. Approve Resolution appropriating $3,800.00 of Motor Fuel Tax Funds for engineering for East Division Street Resurfacing | |
| 8. | Adjourn |
Meeting Minutes |
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| Present: | Y | Mayor Taylor | N | Commissioner Smith | Y | Commissioner Wendling | Y | Commissioner White | Y | Commissioner Zeigler |
| Also present were Josh Wohltman from a High School Government Class and City Clerk Helen Moll. | ||||||||||
| 1. | Prior minutes were read and approved | |||||||||
| 2. | Public comments | |||||||||
| 3. | Routine Business | |||||||||
| 4. | On a motion by Com. Zeigler and seconded by Com. Wendling, Moror Fuel Audit Report No. 65 was presented and approved. Members voted as folllows: Com. Wendling - Y, Com. White - Y, Com. Zeigler - Y and Mayor Taylor - Y. | |||||||||
| 5. | The Electric Department was commended on the good job they did in restarting service on Saturday, March 9th during outages when we were experiencing very strong winds. | |||||||||
| 6. | On a motion by Com. Wendling and seconded by Com. White, Jeremiah Colman, an Electric Department employee, will be paid $8.50 per hour effective April 1. Due to a resignation in the department, Jeremiah will assume more responsibility. Members voted as folllows: Com. Wendling - Y, Com. White - Y, Com. Zeigler - Y and Mayor Taylor - Y. | |||||||||
| 7. | In regard to Wireless Internet Service for Altamont residents the following motion was made by Com. Wendling and seconded by Com. White. Approval for the Electric Department to install a telecommunications tower south of the creek in Gilbert Park, lease antenna space to PD Computers in exchange for internet service to city offices and lease excess tower space to telecommunications and internet providers as available. Members voted as folllows: Com. Wendling - Y, Com. White - Y, Com. Zeigler - Y and Mayor Taylor - Y. | |||||||||
| 8. | Adjourned | |||||||||
| Meeting Date : 25 March 2002 7:00 P.M. | |
On The Agenda |
|
1. |
Minutes of prior meetings |
2. |
Police Report |
2. |
Public comments |
| 3. | Commissioners reports |
| 4. | Communications |
| 5. | Unfinished business |
| 6. | Approval of bills |
| 7. | New business |
| A. Approve Engineering Services Agreement for Motor Fuel Tax Funds for East Division Street resurfacing. | |
| B. Approve appointment of Bill Wendling to Altamont Library Board. | |
| C. Approve Alcoholic Beverage Permit - July 6, 2002. | |
| D. Approve week of June 3 - 7 for Spring Clean-up Days. | |
| E. Approve Daughhetee & Parks, P.C. Audit Proposal for Fiscal Year 2002. | |
| F. Review Zoning Board's Advisory Report on VA-815. Take action on VA-815, a Request For Variation of setback at 104 E. Lincoln Ave. | |
| G. Review Zoning Board's Advisory Report on VA-817. Take action on VA-817, a Request For Variation of setback and rear yard coverage at 301 N. Main St. | |
| 8. | Adjourn |
Meeting Minutes |
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| Present: | Y | Mayor Taylor | Y | Commissioner Smith | Y | Commissioner Wendling | N | Commissioner White | Y | Commissioner Zeigler |
| Also present were Police Chief Mark Walker, Jason Weiss from J.D.'s PCS, Rana Connoly from The Effingham Daily News and City Clerk Helen Moll. | ||||||||||
| 1. | Prior minutes were read and approved | |||||||||
| 2. | Public comments | |||||||||
| 3. | Routine Business | |||||||||
| 4. | Police Chief Mark Walker gave the report of the Police Department activities for the month of February. | |||||||||
| 5. | On a motion by Com. Zeigler and seconded by Com. Wendling, engineering services with Milano & Grunloh Engineers with MFT funds for East Division Street resurfacing were approved. Members voted as follows: Com. Smith - Y, Com. Wendling - Y, Com. Zeigler - Y and Mayor Taylor - Y. | |||||||||
| 6. | On a motion by Com. Smith and seconded by Com. Wendling, Bill Wendling was named a member of the Altamont Library Board to fill a vacancy due to a resignation. Members voted as follows: Com. Smith - Y, Com. Wendling - Y, Com. Zeigler - Y and Mayor Taylor - Y. | |||||||||
| 7. | On a motion by Com. Wendling and seconded by Com. Smith, an Alcoholic Beverage Permit for July 6th for a Roedl Family Reunion at No. 3 Pavilion in Schmidt Park , with Gale Roedl applying, was approved. Members voted as follows: Com. Smith - Y, Com. Wendling - Y, Com. Zeigler - Y and Mayor Taylor - Y. | |||||||||
| 8. | On a motion by Com. Zeigler and seconded by Com. White, Annual Spring Clean-Up Days were set for June 3 through June 7 with the following schedule: northwest section of City on June 3, northeast section on June 4, southeast section on June 5, southwest section on June 6 and wrap-up on June 7, with Main Street and CSX Railroad as the dividing lines. Businesses will be included in the pick-up. Members voted as follows: Com. Smith - N, Com. Wendling - Y, Com. Zeigler - Y and Mayor Taylor - Y. | |||||||||
| 9. | On a motion by Com. Smith and seconded by Com. Zeigler, Daughhetee & Parks, P.C. were approved to provide the City of Altamont audit for the fiscal year ending April 30, 2002 for a fee of $4,700.00. Members voted as follows: Com. Smith - Y, Com. Wendling - Y, Com. Zeigler - Y and Mayor Taylor - Y. | |||||||||
| 10. | The Council considered a Variance Request, VA-815, for property at 104 East Lincoln Ave. to allow variance of the 18 ft. setback to +-16 ft. on the north line adjoining East Lincoln Ave. which variance had been approved by the Zoning Board of Appeals. On a motion by Com. Wendling and seconded by Com. Smith, the Council approved the recommendation of the Zoning Board of Appeals on the above. Members voted as follows: Com. Smith - Y, Com. Wendling - Y, Com. Zeigler - Y and Mayor Taylor - Y. | |||||||||
| 11. | The Council considered a Variance Request, VA-817, for property described as Lot 11 Block 3 of E.H. Ehler's Addition to City of Altamont, 301 North Main St. Zoning Board of Appeals recommended reducing the size of the building, placement on the lot and that the existing sewer line be relocated prior to construction. On a motion by Com. Wendling and seconded by Com. Zeigler, the Council approved the recommendation of the Zoning Board of Appeals on the above. Members voted as follows: Com. Smith - Y, Com. Wendling - Y, Com. Zeigler - Y and Mayor Taylor - Y. | |||||||||
| 12. | Jason Weiss of J.D.'s was present to discuss with the Council what he had to offer and to be given the opportunity to bid if the need arises for his services. | |||||||||
| 13. | Com. Smith was given the go ahead to find someone to clean restrooms, remove trash and work ball diamonds at Gilbert Park, which would be a daily requirement including weekends. | |||||||||
| 14. | Adjourned | |||||||||
| Meeting Date : 8 April 2002 7:00 P.M. | |
On The Agenda |
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1. |
Minutes of prior meetings |
2. |
Public comments |
| 3. | Commissioners reports |
| 4. | Communications |
| 5. | Unfinished business |
| 6. | Approval of bills |
| 7. | New business |
| A. Approve Ordinance amending the Altamont Enterprise Zone by action of the City of Altamont, Illinois. | |
| B. Discuss Employees health insurance - May 1 renewal | |
| C. Discuss budget items | |
| D. Discuss confined space issue | |
| E. Approve Ordinance No. VA-815 - Variance Permit | |
| F. Approve Ordinance No. VA-817 - Variance Permit | |
| 8. | Adjourn |
Meeting Minutes |
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| Present: | Y | Mayor Taylor | Y | Commissioner Smith | Y | Commissioner Wendling | Y | Commissioner White | Y | Commissioner Zeigler |
| Also present were Rana Connoly from The Effingham Daily News, Michele Anderson, Megan Siddens and Ryan Zacha from a High School Government Class and City Clerk Helen Moll. | ||||||||||
| 1. | Prior minutes were read and approved with one minor correction which has been made. | |||||||||
| 2. | Public comments | |||||||||
| 3. | Routine Business | |||||||||
| 4. | On a motion by Com. Zeigler and seconded by Com. White, a Resolution for Improvement by Municipality Under the Illinois Highway Code for the resurfacing of East Division Street from Main Street to the East Corporate Limits was approved. Members voted as follows to approve this Resolution: Com. Smith - Yes, Com. Wendling - Y, Com. White - Yes, Com. Zeigler - Yes and Mayor Taylor - Yes. | |||||||||
| 5. | On a motion by Com. Wendling and seconded by Com. Zeigler, Ordinance No. VA-815 Variance Permit and Ordinance No. VA-817 Variance Permit were approved. Members voted as follows: Com. Smith - Yes, Com. Wendling - Y, Com. White - Yes, Com. Zeigler - Yes and Mayor Taylor - Yes. | |||||||||
| 6. | On a motion by Com. Smith and seconded by Com. Wendling, Ordinance No. 354-02, an Ordinance Amending the Altamont Enterprise Zone by action of the City of Altamont, Illinois was passed and approved. Members voted as follows: Com. Smith - Yes, Com. Wendling - Y, Com. White - Yes, Com. Zeigler - Yes and Mayor Taylor - Yes. | |||||||||
| 7. | On a motion by Com. White and seconded by Com. Smith, the Council voted to discontinue the policy of having Altamont City Employees entering areas deemed "Permit Required Confined Spaces". Until such time that the Council changes the policy, only contracted companies, having the necessary equipment, training and expertise to enter "Permit Required Confined Spaces" will be allowed in such areas. All employees will be required to sign a statement in regard to this policy. Members voted as follows: Com. Smith - Yes, Com. Wendling - Y, Com. White - Yes, Com. Zeigler - Yes and Mayor Taylor - Yes. | |||||||||
| 8. | The Council discussed employee health insurance with American Community Insurance Co. which is due for renewal on May 1. Mayor Taylor has discussed with Bill Myers of Althoff Unlimited, Effingham, broker for American Community. The billing, as presented, indicates an approximate 16.4% increase, which includes 80% out of network. If we would agree to 70% out of network, the increase would be approximately 10%. Following discussion and on a motion by Com. White and seconded by Com. Wendling, the Council agreed top have the billing changed to 70% out of network to reduce the increase to near 10%. Members voted as follows: Com. Smith - Yes, Com. Wendling - Y, Com. White - Yes, Com. Zeigler - Yes and Mayor Taylor - Yes. | |||||||||
| 9. | Com. Smith, as per permission given her at the last Council meeting, stated that Jacob Falk would be employed for work at Gilbert Park. | |||||||||
| 10. | On a motion by Com. Zeigler and seconded by Com. Smith, the Council went into Executive Session at 7:33 P.M. Members voted as follows: Com. Smith - Yes, Com. Wendling - Y, Com. Zeigler - Yes and Mayor Taylor - Yes. No vote by Com. White as he had to leave the meeting at this time due to an emergency. | |||||||||
| 11. | On a motion by Com. Zeigler and seconded by Com. Smith, the Council returned to Regular Session at 8:36 P.M. Members voted as follows: Com. Smith - Yes, Com. Wendling - Y, Com. Zeigler - Yes and Mayor Taylor - Yes. | |||||||||
| 12. | On a motion by Com. Smith and seconded by Com. Zeigler, the Council approved tabling salary increases for City of Altamont Employees. Members voted as follows: Com. Smith - Yes, Com. Wendling - Y, Com. Zeigler - Yes and Mayor Taylor - Yes. | |||||||||
| 13. | Adjourned | |||||||||
| Meeting Date : 22 April 2002 7:00 P.M. | |
On The Agenda |
|
1. |
Minutes of prior meetings |
| 2. | Police report |
3. |
Public comments |
| 4. | Commissioners reports |
| 5. | Communications |
| 6. | Unfinished business |
| 7. | Approval of bills |
| 8. | New business |
| A. Approve Alcoholic Beverage Permit - June 1, 2002 | |
| 9. | Adjourn |
Meeting Minutes |
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| Present: | Y | Mayor Taylor | Y | Commissioner Smith | Y | Commissioner Wendling | Y | Commissioner White | N | Commissioner Zeigler |
| Also present were Rana Connoly from The Effingham Daily News, Police Chief Mark Walker, Government Class students Jason Evans, Matthew LeCrone, Dane Milleville, Derek Bowman and City Clerk Helen Moll. | ||||||||||
| 1. | Prior minutes were read and approved with one minor correction which has been made. | |||||||||
| 2. | Police Chief Walker gave the report of the Police Department activities for the Month March. | |||||||||
| 3. | Public comments | |||||||||
| 4. | Routine Business | |||||||||
| 5. | On a motion by Com. Wendling and seconded by Com. White, the Council approved an Alcoholic Beverage Permit for Dave & Pete's Car Show at the American Legion Pavilion in Lions Addition to Schmidt Park on June 1, 2002, with Cheri Hammer applying. Members voted as follows to approve this permit: Com. Smith - Yes, Com. Wendling - Yes, Com. White - Yes and Mayor Taylor - Yes. | |||||||||
| 6. | On a motion by Com. Smith and seconded by Com. Wendling, the Council approved City of Altamont employee rate adjustments as discussed. Members voted as follows: Com. Smith - Yes, Com. Wendling - Yes, Com. White - Yes and Mayor Taylor - Yes. | |||||||||
| 7. | Adjourned | |||||||||
| Meeting Date : 13 May 2002 7:00 P.M. | |
On The Agenda |
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1. |
Minutes of prior meetings |
| 2. | Police report |
3. |
Public comments |
| 4. | Commissioners reports |
| 5. | Communications |
| 6. | Unfinished business |
| 7. | Approval of bills |
| 8. | New business |
| A. Approve Resolution approving plat of survey for Yagow's Addition | |
| B. Approve Resolution for 2002 maintenance program - Motor Fuel Funds | |
| C. Approve street closings for Memorial Day Parade - May 27th | |
| D. Resolution concerning state income tax and photo processing shared with city. | |
| E. Discussion about the City of Altamont supporting the Altamont Chamber of Commerce taking over the Illinois High School Rodeo in year 2003 | |
| F. Approve All Service Contracting Corp. to furnish carbon | |
| G. Approve job: Street and approach to the Folding Bleacher Co. and Gilbert Park. Approximately 7,363 S.F. | |
| 9. | Adjourn |
Meeting Minutes |
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| Present: | Y | Mayor Taylor | N | Commissioner Smith | Y | Commissioner Wendling | N | Commissioner White | Y | Commissioner Zeigler |
| Also present were Leigh Ann Stuckemeyer, Carol Kassel and Tom Rector, residents of Southmore Heights; also Terri Branson and Doug Holman from Marten Heights Subdivision, Clyde Barr from the Altamont News Banner; Police Chief Mark Walker and City Clerk Helen Moll. | ||||||||||
| 1. | Prior minutes were read and approved | |||||||||
| 2. | Police Chief Walker gave the report of the Police Department activities for the Month April. | |||||||||
| 3. | Public comments | |||||||||
| 4. | Routine Business | |||||||||
| 5. | The Southmore Heights and Marten Heights Subdivision residents were present to discuss the water problems they experienced during the very heavy rainfall the City experienced lately, especially Sunday, May 12. Flooding conditions were prevalent throughout the City due to the amount of rainfall in a short period of time. Efforts planned to alleviate some of the areas experiencing flooding were discussed, with Mayor Taylor stating, in some situations the problem can be helped, but not necessarily solved. | |||||||||
| 6. | On a motion by Com. Wendling and seconded by Com. Zeigler the Council approved an Alcoholic Beverage Permit for a wedding reception of the Johnson Family on May 18th with Dorsey Johnson applying. Members voted as follows: Com. Wendling - Y, Com. Zeigler - Y and Mayor Taylor - Y. | |||||||||
| 7. | On a motion by Com. Wendling and seconded by Com. Zeigler the Council approved a Resolution approving Plat of Survey for Yagow's Addition. Members voted as follows: Com. Wendling - Y, Com. Zeigler - Y and Mayor Taylor - Y. | |||||||||
| 8. | On a motion by Com. Zeigler and seconded by Com. Wendling the Council approved the following street closings for the Memorial Day Parade on Monday, May 27. Close: High school parking lot for parade assembly, Division from Ewing to Main and Main from Division to Union Cemetery.. No Parking on Main Street from Division to Railroad from 10:00 A.M. to end of parade. Police Officers will be needed. Members voted as follows: Com. Wendling - Y, Com. Zeigler - Y and Mayor Taylor - Y. | |||||||||
| 9. | On a motion by Com. Zeigler and seconded by Com. Wendling the Council endorses the Altamont Chamber of Commerce efforts to take over the Illinois High School Rodeo in 2003. Members voted as follows: Com. Wendling - Y, Com. Zeigler - Y and Mayor Taylor - Y. | |||||||||
| 10. | On a motion by Com. Wendling and seconded by Com. Zeigler the Council approved "All Service Contracting Corp" to provide carbon for the Water Plant for a total delivered price of $7,400.00, also removal and installation in the amount of $7,100.00 was also approved. Members voted as follows: Com. Wendling - Y, Com. Zeigler - Y and Mayor Taylor - Y. | |||||||||
| 11. | On a motion by Com. Zeigler and seconded by Com. Wendling the Council approved the Resolution for Maintenance of Streets and Highways by Municipality Under the Illinois Highway Code for 2002. Members voted as follows: Com. Wendling - Y, Com. Zeigler - Y and Mayor Taylor - Y. | |||||||||
| 12. | On a motion by Com. Zeigler and seconded by Com. Wendling the Council approved a Resolution going on record in strong opposition to reducing state shared revenues, especially the state income tax and photo processing tax, to Illinois Municipalities. Members voted as follows: Com. Wendling - Y, Com. Zeigler - Y and Mayor Taylor - Y. | |||||||||
| 13. | On a motion by Com. Zeigler and seconded by Com. Wendling the Council approved the proposal from Effingham Asphalt Co. for the street and approach to Folding Bleacher Co. and Gilbert Park approximately 7,363 S.F. for $14,078.00. Members voted as follows: Com. Wendling - Y, Com. Zeigler - Y and Mayor Taylor - Y. | |||||||||
| 14. | On a motion by Com. Wendling and seconded by Com. Zeigler the Council approved closing Washington Street at the north end of the Triangle from 10:00 A.M. until 1:30 P.M. on Monday, May 27 for porkburger sales. This is at the request of the Lady Squazz Basketball Team. Members voted as follows: Com. Wendling - Y, Com. Zeigler - Y and Mayor Taylor - Y. | |||||||||
| 15. | On a motion by Com. Wendling and seconded by Com. Zeigler the Council approved the purchase of a Canon IR2200 digital copier from Ikon Office Solutions for a total of $6,835.00. The Savin 9020 copier now in the Clerk's office will be moved to the Police Department. Members voted as follows: Com. Wendling - Y, Com. Zeigler - Y and Mayor Taylor - Y. | |||||||||
| 16. | On a motion by Com. Zeigler and seconded by Com. Wendling, Jason Weiss was named to the Zoning Board to replace Phil Schultz, who asked to be replaced. Members voted as follows: Com. Wendling - Y, Com. Zeigler - Y and Mayor Taylor - Y. | |||||||||
| 17. | Com. Wendling reported that Dan Veach will be hired to fill a vacancy in the Electric Department beginning May 20 at a rate of $8.50 per hour. | |||||||||
| 18. | Adjourned | |||||||||
| Meeting Date : 29 May 2002 7:00 P.M. | |
On The Agenda |
|
1. |
Minutes of prior meetings |
2. |
Public comments |
| 3. | Commissioners reports |
| 4. | Communications |
| 5. | Unfinished business |
| 6. | Approval of bills |
| 7. | New business |
| A. Reminder of articles not included in Annual Spring Clean-Up Days - tires, asbestos, batteries and paint cans. June 3-7 | |
| B. Special liqour license - Altamont Softball, Inc. | |
| C. Present budget | |
| D. Discuss proposed annexations to the City of Altamont | |
| 8. | Adjourn |
| Present: | Y | Mayor Taylor | Y | Commissioner Smith | N | Commissioner Wendling | N | Commissioner White | Y | Commissioner Zeigler |
| Also present were Rana Connolly from the Effingham Daily News and City Clerk Helen Moll. | ||||||||||
| 1. | Prior minutes were read and approved | |||||||||
| 2. | Public comments | |||||||||
| 3. | Routine Business | |||||||||
| 4. | The Council asked that residents be reminded that no tires, asbestos, batteries or paint cans will be accepted during Spring Clean-Up Days scheduled for June 3 through June 7. | |||||||||
| 5. | On a motion by Com. Smith and seconded by Com. Zeigler, the Council approved Special Liquor License No. SP-24 for Altamont Softball Inc. for the softball tournament on June 21, 22, 23 and June 28, 29, 30 with July 4 as rain date. Members voted as follows to approve the license: Com. Smith - Y, Com. Zeigler - Y and Mayor Taylor - Y. | |||||||||
| 6. | Ordinances annexing city property presently not in the city limits were presented, namely North and South Wastewater Treatment Plants, Union Cemetery and an area East of Rt 128 in the vicinity of the South Wastewater Treatment Plant with the necessary procedures to be forthcoming. | |||||||||
| 7. | On a motion by Com. Zeigler and seconded by Com. Smith, the Council set June 19 at 10:00 A.M. for bid opening for material for maintenance of streets with Motor Fuel Tax funds. Members voted as follows: Com. Smith - Y, Com. Zeigler - Y and Mayor Taylor - Y. | |||||||||
| 8. | On a motion by Com. Zeigler and seconded by Com. Smith, the Council approved the final payment to Howell Paving & Howell Asphalt Co. for Main Street resurfacing. Members voted as follows: Com. Smith - Y, Com. Zeigler - Y and Mayor Taylor - Y. | |||||||||
| 9. | Members asked that Altamont Residents be reminded that grass clippings from mowing are not to be thrown out into the streets. This practice causes drains to be clogged when rain occurs and they are washed down into the drains. Also a reminder that there is to be no burning after 4:00 P.M. | |||||||||
| 10. | Compliments have been received by Council members on the flags being flown from city light poles. Mayor Taylor stated that plans are to extend these North to Union Cemetery. | |||||||||
| 11. | A Proclamation will be prepared declaring Saturday, June 1 a Meadowlark Lemon Day and proclaiming him as an Honary Citizen of the City of Altamont. This is in recognition of his efforts and time spent with the youth of the city. He has been in Altamont previously and will return, stating he was impressed with the youth here and this will be the first time he has made a return visit to any area. | |||||||||
| 12. | Adjourned | |||||||||
| Meeting Date : 10 June 2002 6:30 P.M. | |
On The Agenda |
|
1. |
Minutes of prior meetings |
2. |
Police Report |
3. |
Public comments |
| 4. | Commissioners reports |
| 5. | Communications |
| 6. | Unfinished business |
| 7. | Approval of bills |
| 8. | New business |
| A. Public Hearing on FY 2003 Appropriation Ordinance prior to Regular Meeting at 7:00 P.M. | |
| B. Resolution - Fair Parade sponsored by Effingham County Fair Association | |
| C. Approve Payment to Korte & Luitjohan Contractors, Inc. - East Meadows Pump Station - $7,561.80 | |
| 8. | Adjourn |
Meeting Minutes |
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| Present: | Y | Mayor Taylor | N | Commissioner Smith | Y | Commissioner Wendling | N | Commissioner White | Y | Commissioner Zeigler |
| The Council of the City of Altamont convened at 6:30 P.M. Monday, June 10, 2002 for a Public Hearing prior to the regular meeting at 7:00 P.M. The purpose of the hearing was to present FY2003 Appropriation Ordinance and give all interested parties the right to provide written and/or oral comments regarding the Ordinance. Notice of the Public Hearing was published in the Altamont Independent on May 27 and the Altamont News on May 28. There being none from the public in attendance and consequently no questions or comments, the hearing was declared closed at 6:47 P.M. on a motion by Com. Wendling and seconded by Com. Zeigler. Members voted as follows: Com. Wendling - Y, Com Zeigler - Y and Mayor Taylor - Y. | ||||||||||
| Also present was City Clerk Helen Moll. | ||||||||||
| The regular meeting was called to order at 7:00 P.M. | ||||||||||
| 1. | Prior minutes were read and approved | |||||||||
| 2. | Public comments | |||||||||
| 3. | Routine Business | |||||||||
| 4. | On a motion by Com. Zeigler and seconded by Com. Wendling, the Council approved a Resolution on a Fair Parade sponsored by the Effingham County Fair Association. Members voted as follows to approve the resolution: Com. Wendling - Y, Com Zeigler - Y and Mayor Taylor - Y. | |||||||||
| 5. | On a motion by Com. Zeigler and seconded by Com. Wendling, the Council approved a payment in the ammount of $7,561.80 to Korte & Luitjohan Contractors, Inc. of Highland, Illinois for East Meadows Pump Station replacement. Members voted as follows to approve this payment: Com. Wendling - Y, Com Zeigler - Y and Mayor Taylor - Y. | |||||||||
| 6. | Adjourned | |||||||||
| Meeting Date : 24 June 2002 7:00 P.M. | |
On The Agenda |
|
1. |
Minutes of prior meetings |
2. |
Police Report |
3. |
Public comments |
| 4. | Commissioners reports |
| 5. | Communications |
| 6. | Unfinished business |
| 7. | Approval of bills |
| 8. | New business |
| A. Approve bids for materials - Street Maintenance - MFT Funds | |
| B. Approve Prevailing Wage Ordinance | |
| C. Approve FY2003 Appropriation Ordinance | |
| D. Mileage Reimbursement | |
| E. Re Roleau - Review replat of Block 20 & a part of Block 21 Conlogue's Addition "A" to Altamont | |
| 8. | Adjourn |
Meeting Minutes |
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| Present: | Y | Mayor Taylor | Y | Commissioner Smith | Y | Commissioner Wendling | Y | Commissioner White | Y | Commissioner Zeigler |
| Also present were Police Chief Mark Walker, Rana Connolly from the Effingham Daily News, Altamont residents Bill Durbin and Bill Overton, and City Clerk Helen Moll. | ||||||||||
| 1. | Prior minutes were read and approved | |||||||||
| 2. | Police Chief Walker gave the report of the Police Department activities for the Month May. | |||||||||
| 3. | Public comments | |||||||||
| 4. | Routine Business | |||||||||
| 5. | Mayor Taylor reported he had attended a meeting of the County Board at which members of the Effingham County Animal Control were present. They would like to see two more part-time officers hired to better control complaints of animals running loose at night. Representatives of other cities were also present. | |||||||||
| 6. | On a motion by Com. Zeigler and seconded by Com. Wendling, the following bids for materials for street maintenance from Motor Fuel Tax Funds were accepted. Larry Heurman, Montrose, Bit. Material (seal coat) 7918 Gal., $7,047.02; Beelman Trucking, St. Libory, CM-16 (crushed stone) 396 Ton $4,748.04, Aggregate CA6 800 Ton $5,992.00; Charles Heuerman Trucking, Teutopolis, Load, Weigh, Spread and Roll CM16 from city stockpile 396 Ton $2,455.20. Members voted as follows to approve the above bids. Com. Smith - Y, Com. Wendling - Y, Com. White - Y, Com. Zeigler - Y and Mayor Taylor - Y. | |||||||||
| 7. | On a motion by Com. Wendling and seconded by Com. Smith, Ordinance No. 356-02, an Ordinance of the City of Altamont, Effingham County, Illinois,Ascertaining the Prevailing Wage Rate of Wages for Laborers, Wormen and Mechanics Employed on Public Works of said city was passed and approved. Members voted as follows. Com. Smith - Y, Com. Wendling - Y, Com. White - Y, Com. Zeigler - Y and Mayor Taylor - Y. | |||||||||
| 8. | On a motion by Com. White and seconded by Com. Wendling, Ordinance No. 356-02 was passed and approved. An Ordinance making Appropriation for the Corporate Purchases of the City of Altamont for the Fiscal Year Commencing May 1, 2002 and Ending April 30, 2003 was passed and approved. Members voted as follows. Com. Smith - Y, Com. Wendling - Y, Com. White - Y, Com. Zeigler - Y and Mayor Taylor - Y. | |||||||||
| 9. | On a motion by Com. Zeigler and seconded by Com. Smith, the mileage reimbursement for the use of personal vehicles while traveling on City business will increase to 36.5 cents per mile, effective July 1, 2002. Present rate is 35.5 cents. This coincides with rates paid by the state. Members voted as follows. Com. Smith - Y, Com. Wendling - Y, Com. White - Y, Com. Zeigler - Y and Mayor Taylor - Y. | |||||||||
| 10. | The Council took note of a Replat of Block 20 and a Part of Block 21, Conlogue's Addition A, which has been prepared for Roger Roleau by Heneghan & Associates, Engineers and Surveyors. Plans call for the lot line to be changed, existing buildings on proposed Lot 2 to be removed and a garage to be relocated onto proposed lot 1. The Council was in agreement with the proposal but took no action until legal documents are received. | |||||||||
| 11. | Problems of the chipper were discussed, but no decisions on repairs or replacement was made. | |||||||||
| 12. | Com. Smith reported improvements have been made at Gilbert Park prior to the Fourth of July Tournament, some of which were parking lot, new restroom equipment and ceilings painted, also roof replacement of park buildings. Painting of bleachers is also planned. | |||||||||
| 13. | Mayor Taylor reminded Council Members to be sure to get any issue requiring a vote by the City Council on the Agenda. Matters can be discussed but not voted on if they are not on the Agenda. | |||||||||
| 14. | Mayor Taylor read a letter from David Coslet in regard to birds testing positive for West Nile virus, which is mosquito transmitted and can also be spread to humans by infected mosquitos. Coslet feels an area owned by the Willard Strullmeyer's, 904 South Main, which has not been mowed and is referred to as a "wild life refuge" is a perfect breeding place for the birds carrying the virus and should be mowed. | |||||||||
| 15. | Com. Wendling mentioned the scheduled interruption of electric service for approximately one-half hour, beginning at 11:00 pm on Thursday, June 27 for the purpose of testing the generators. | |||||||||
| 16. | Adjourned. | |||||||||
| Meeting Date : 8 July 2002 7:00 P.M. | |
On The Agenda |
|
1. |
Minutes of prior meetings |
2. |
Police Report |
3. |
Public comments |
| 4. | Commissioners reports |
| 5. | Communications |
| 6. | Unfinished business |
| 7. | Approval of bills |
| 8. | New business |
| A. Approve bids for materials - Street Maintenance - MFT FundsPay Request # 2 - Korte & Luitjohan Contractors, Inc. East Meadows Pump Station - $1,344.60 | |
| B. Receive bids on "Offset Mower" - Sewer Department | |
| C. Resolution - Participation of Elected Officials in the Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund | |
| D. Resolution approving Replat of Block 20 & a Part of Block 21, Conlogue's Addition "A" | |
| E. Re Buddy Estates - Review preliminary replat of Lot 11, Buddy Estates Subdivision, First Addition | |
| F. An Ordinance Annexing Certain Territory to the City of Altamont, Illinois. | |
| 8. | Adjourn |
Meeting Minutes |
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| Present: | Y | Mayor Taylor | N | Commissioner Smith | Y | Commissioner Wendling | Y | Commissioner White | Y | Commissioner Zeigler |
| Also present were Police Chief Mark Walker, Rana Connolly from the Effingham Daily News and City Clerk Helen Moll. | ||||||||||
| 1. | Prior minutes were read and approved | |||||||||
| 2. | Police Chief Walker gave the report of the Police Department activities for the Month June. | |||||||||
| 3. | Public comments | |||||||||
| 4. | Routine Business | |||||||||
| 5. | On a motion by Com. White and seconded by Com. Wendling, the Council approve pay resquest n. 2 from Korte & Luitjohan Contractors, Inc. for East Meadows Pump Station in the amount of $1,344.60. Members voted as follows: Com. Wendling - Y, Com. White - Y, Com. Zeigler - Y and Mayor Taylor - Y. | |||||||||
| 6. | In response to our call for bids for a category II offset quick-hitch adaptable disc mower, 5 disc - 82" swath, the following bids were received. Dittamor Implement Co., Hwy. 40 West, P.O. Box 280, Teutopolis, Illinois 62467 - Bush Hog model HM2007 disc mower, 540 PTO / 7 ft $5,300.00 - Bahrns Equipment, Inc., 1708 Banker, Effingham, Illinois 62401 - Landpride model DM3605 36 series disc mower, 5 disc / 82" swath $4,566.00 On a motion by Com. White and seconded by Com. Wendling, the bid of Barrns Equipment, Inc. in the amount of $4,566.00 was accepted. Members voted as follows: Com. Wendling - Y, Com. White - Y, Com. Zeigler - Y and Mayor Taylor - Y. | |||||||||
| 7. | On a motion by Com. Wendling and seconded by Com. Zeigler the Council approved aA resolution Relating to Participation by Elected Officials in the Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund. Members voted as follows to approve the Resolution: Com. Wendling - Y, Com. White - Y, Com. Zeigler - Y and Mayor Taylor - Y. | |||||||||
| 8. | On a motion by Com. Zeigler and seconded by Com. White, the Council approved Resolution No. 2002-07-7, A Resolution Approving Replat of Block 20 & a Part of Block 21, Conlogue's Addition "A". Members voted as follows to approve the Resolution: Com. Wendling - Y, Com. White - Y, Com. Zeigler - Y and Mayor Taylor - Y. | |||||||||
| 9. | The Council took note of a preliminary plat of lot 11, Buddy Estates Subdivision, First Addition which had been prepared for Carl E. Becker by Heneghan & Associates, P.C., Engineers & Surveyors in regard to a lot at the corner of Division Street and Whitler Lane. Also a copy of the description for a 10 foot wide Permanent Easement for the private sewer force line that is to serve the proposed Lot 11. The Council was in agreement with the above, but no action taken until final plat and papers are received. | |||||||||
| 10. | On a motion by Com. White and seconded by Com. Zeigler, the Council approved Ordinance No. 357-02 - Am Ordinance Annexing Certain Territory to the City of Altamont, Illinois. This involves city Owned property which, until now, has not been in the City Limits. Members voted as follows to approve the Ordinance: Com. Wendling - Y, Com. White - Y, Com. Zeigler - Y and Mayor Taylor - Y. | |||||||||
| 11. | Adjourned | |||||||||
| Meeting Date : 22 July 2002 7:00 P.M. | |
On The Agenda |
|
1. |
Minutes of prior meetings |
2. |
Public comments |
| 3. | Commissioners reports |
| 4. | Communications |
| 5. | Unfinished business |
| 6. | Approval of bills |
| 7. | New business |
| A. Approve annual report by Daughhette & Parks P.C. Fiscal Year April 30, 2002. | |
| B. Approve Estimate of Revenues - Fiscal Year 2002-2003 | |
| C. Resolution approving plat of survey for Lot 11, Buddy Estates Subdivision, First Addition. | |
| D. An Ordinance Annexing Certain Wholly Bounded Territory to the City of Altamont. | |
| 8. | Adjourn |
Meeting Minutes |
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| Present: | Y | Mayor Taylor | Y | Commissioner Smith | N | Commissioner Wendling | N | Commissioner White | Y | Commissioner Zeigler |
| Also present was City Clerk Helen Moll. | ||||||||||
| 1. | Prior minutes were read and approved | |||||||||
| 2. | Public comments | |||||||||
| 3. | Routine Business | |||||||||
| 4. | On a motion by Com. Smith and seconded by Com. Zeigler, the Council approved the Annual Report by Daughhette & Parks, P.C. for the fiscal year April 30, 2002. Members voted as follows: Com. Smith - Y, Com. Zeigler - Y and Mayor Taylor - Y | |||||||||
| 5. | On a motion by Com. Zeigler and seconded by Com. Smith, the Council approved the Estimate of Revenues for Fiscal Year 2002 - 2003 in the amount of $4,140,875.00. Members voted as follows: Com. Smith - Y, Com. Zeigler - Y and Mayor Taylor - Y | |||||||||
| 6. | On a motion by Com. Smith and seconded by Com. Zeigler, the Council approved Resolution No. 2002-07-8. A Resolution Approving Plat of Survey for Lot 11, Buddy Estates Subdivision, First Addition. Members voted as follows: Com. Smith - Y, Com. Zeigler - Y and Mayor Taylor - Y | |||||||||
| 7. | On a motion by Com. Zeigler and seconded by Com. Smith, the Council approved Ordinance No. 358-02 - An Ordinance Annexing Certain Wholly Bounded Territory to the City of Altamont, Illinois. Members voted as follows: Com. Smith - Y, Com. Zeigler - Y and Mayor Taylor - Y | |||||||||
| 8. | Adjourned | |||||||||
| Meeting Date : 12 August 2002 7:00 P.M. | |
On The Agenda |
|
1. |
Minutes of prior meetings |
2. |
Police Report |
3. |
Public comments |
| 4. | Commissioners reports |
| 5. | Communications |
| 6. | Approval of bills |
| 7. | Agenda Items |
| A. Approve Submittal of Operating Forecast to GMAC | |
| B. Approve Budget, Income and Equity Report to Rural Development | |
| C. Discuss sewer line at Altamont Grade School (replacement) | |
| D. Discuss Telecommunications Infrastructure Maintenance Fee Ordinance | |
| 8. | Adjourn |
Meeting Minutes |
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| Present: | Y | Mayor Taylor | N | Commissioner Smith | Y | Commissioner Wendling | Y | Commissioner White | Y | Commissioner Zeigler |
| Also present were Hillard Morris, Rana Connaly from the Effingham Daily News and City Clerk Helen Moll. | ||||||||||
| 1. | Prior minutes were read and approved | |||||||||
| 2. | Public comments | |||||||||
| 3. | Routine Business | |||||||||
| 4. | Hillard Morris was present with concerns on
projects at Effingham Equity which joins a subdivision being developed by the Morris'.
He was told this would be addressed at a zoning meeting the next night. Being
on the Library Board, he also told the Council of an extensive fund drive in an effort to
pay off the balance due on the Library which was opened in 1989 and is being paid for
without taxpayer's money. In regard to tourism, he would like to see the tour groups welcomed, mentioning attractions such as the Wright House, the Ballard Nature Center, the Ben Winter Museum and Alwerdt's Gardens. |
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| 4. | On a motion by Com. White and seconded by Com. Wendling, the Council approved the Operating Budget Forecast, an annual requirement to be submitted to GMAC Commercial Mortgage, one of our water bond holders. Members voted as follows: Com. Wendling - Y, Com. White - Y, Com. Zeigler - Y and Mayor Taylor - Y. | |||||||||
| 5. | On a motion by Com. Wendling and seconded by Com. White, the Council approved the Statement of Budget Income and Equity, also an annual requirement to be submitted to Rural Development Area office, our other water bond holder. Members voted as follows: Com. Wendling - Y, Com. White - Y, Com. Zeigler - Y and Mayor Taylor - Y. | |||||||||
| 6. | The Council discussed the problems with the sewer line at Altamont Grade School. Contact has been made with Curry & Associates, Engineers, Inc. in regard to same. Arrow Drain & Sewer has been hired to video the sewer line which disclosed cracks, and soil materials and root penetration in the line, in addition to sink holes. Curry submitted options for the City's consideration. Complete replacement of the line would be cost prohibitive at this time. Following discussion and on a motion by Com. White and seconded by Com. Zeigler, the Council approved the installation of two 400 foot sections of cured in place liner, estimated at $45.00 per foot plus $5,000.00 mobilization cost or an estimated total of $23,000.00. Members voted as follows: Com. Wendling - Y, Com. White - Y, Com. Zeigler - Y and Mayor Taylor - Y. | |||||||||
| 7. | The Council discussed the Infrastructure Maintenance Fee Ordinance which now stands at 1%. An amendatory ordinance can be passed, with the rate still to be determined. This will need to be done prior to October 1, 2002. | |||||||||
| 8. | Adjourned | |||||||||
| Meeting Date : 26 August 2002 7:00 P.M. | |
On The Agenda |
|
1. |
Minutes of prior meetings |
2. |
Police Report |
3. |
Public comments |
| 4. | Commissioners reports |
| 5. | Communications |
| 6. | Approval of bills |
| 7. | New business |
| A. Approve vendor agreement for LIHEAP FY 2003 | |
| B. Approve solicitation - Knights of Columbus - Tootsie Roll Drive - Sept. 20 & 21 - 7 A.M. to 7:00 P.M. - Chris Westjohn - Jim Zacha | |
| C. Pay request # 3 - Korte & Luitjohan Contractors, Inc. East Meadows Pump Station - $42,338.97 | |
| D. Approve Howell Asphalt Co. & Howell Paving, Inc Joint Venture Bid for East Division Street resurfacing in the amount of $71,267.80 | |
| E. Approve route for 5K Fun Run/Walk sponsored by Chamber of Commerce and Schuetzenfest | |
| F. Consider Zoning Amendment Request AM-828 of SR-2 to B-3 at Effingham Equity property per Zoning Board recommendation and Ordinance on same | |
| G. Consider Special Use Permit Request SP-828 of bulk warehousing at Effingham Equity property per Zoning Board recommendation and Ordinance on same. | |
| H. Consider Special Use Permit Request SP-833 of Home occupation at 402 N. 8th St per Zoning Board recommendation and Ordinance on same. | |
| I. Consider Area Variance Request VA-823 of side yard setback at 115 N. Edwards per Zoning Board recommendation and Ordinance on same. | |
| 8. | Adjourn |
Meeting Minutes |
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| Present: | Y | Mayor Taylor | Y | Commissioner Smith | Y | Commissioner Wendling | N | Commissioner White | Y | Commissioner Zeigler |
| Also present were Police Chief Mark Walker, George Soltwedel, Doug McDevitt, Alan Morris, Brandon Frederking, Rana Connaly and Helen Moll, City Clerk. | ||||||||||
| 1. | Prior minutes were read and approved | |||||||||
| 2. | Public comments | |||||||||
| 3. | Routine Business | |||||||||
| 4. | Police Chief Walker gave a report of Police Department activities for the month og July. | |||||||||
| 5. | On a motion by Com. Wendling and seconded by Com. Zeigler, the Council approved the vendor agreement with C.E.F.S. Economic Opportunity Corporation for FY 2003. Members voted as follows: Com. Smith - Y, Com. Wendling - Y, Com. Zeigler - Y and Mayor Taylor - Y. | |||||||||
| 6. | On a motion by Com. Smith and seconded by Com. Zeigler, the Council approved solicitation their Tootsie Roll Drive by Knights of Columbus for the benefit of disabled or handicapped children to be held on September 20 and 21 from 7:00 A.M. to 7:00 P.M. with Chris Westjohn and Jim Zacha in charge. Members voted as follows: Com. Smith - Y, Com. Wendling - Y, Com. Zeigler - Y and Mayor Taylor - Y. | |||||||||