City of East Peoria City Council Met November 3

By Angelica Saylo Pilo

Jan 4, 2021

City of East Peoria City Council met Nov. 3.

Here is the minutes provided by the council:

The Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of East Peoria, Illinois was called to order by his Honor Mayor John P. Kahl presiding at 6:00 P.M. with proper notice having been given.

Upon the roll being called the following answered present: Mayor John P. Kahl, Commissioner Daniel S. Decker, Commissioner Mark E. Hill, Commissioner Seth D. Mingus, and Commissioner Michael L. Sutherland.

Absent: Commissioner Decker.

The invocation was given by Commissioner Hill.

Mayor Kahl led the Council and the audience in the pledge of allegiance to the flag.

Motion by Commissioner Mingus, seconded by Commissioner Sutherland; Mr. Mayor, I move that the minutes of the Regular Meeting held on October 20, 2020 be approved as printed.

Yeas: Commissioner Hill, Mingus, Sutherland, and Mayor Kahl.

Nays: None.

Mayor Kahl declared the motion carried.

Mayor Kahl stated if there was anyone in the audience who wanted to speak on any items on the agenda to come to the podium and state the matter or matters to be discussed. There was no response.

CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS BY OMNIBUS VOTE:

Mayor Kahl asked if any Commissioner wished to remove any items from the Consent Agenda for discussion. There was no response.

Motion by Commissioner Hill, seconded by Commissioner Mingus; Mr. Mayor, I move to adopt a consent agenda consisting of items numbered 1 through 4 as listed on the agenda for this meeting to be considered by omnibus vote.

Item Number 1 – Adoption of Resolution Number 2021-061 – Resolution to Approve Payment of the Schedule of Bills Listed on Schedule Number 12 in the amount of $1,901,697.30.

Item Number 2 – Adoption of Ordinance Number 4524 on its Second Reading – (AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE ZONING REGULATIONS IN TITLE 5 OF THE EAST PEORIA CITY CODE FOR REVIEW OF SPECIAL USE APPLICATIONS). (Amending the City Code to address the timing for Special Uses to proceed to the City Council if the application is recommended for denial by the Zoning Board of Appeals.)

Item Number 3 – Adoption of Ordinance Number 4525 on its Second Reading – (AN ORDINANCE AMENDING LOCATION REQUIREMENTS FOR RECREATIONAL CANNABIS DISPENSARIES UNDER THE CITY OF EAST PEORIA ZONING CODE).

Item Number 4 – Adoption of Resolution Number 2021-053 on its Second Reading – Resolution authorizing and directing the Payment of an Invoice to Cahoy Pump Service Inc. for the Emergency Removal and Installation of New Well Pump, Motor, and Standpipe at the North Main Water Treatment Plant in the amount of $22,851.

Yeas: Commissioners Hill, Mingus, Sutherland, and Mayor Kahl.

Nays: None.

Mayor Kahl declared the motion carried.

Motion by Commissioner Hill, seconded by Commissioner Mingus; Mr. Mayor, I move you that Items numbered 1 through 3 listed on the Consent Agenda be hereby approved and adopted, the items numbered 2 through 3 having been read once by their title and having laid on the table for no less than one week for public inspection be adopted as presented.

Item Number 1 – Adoption of Resolution Number 2021-061 – Resolution to Approve Payment of the Schedule of Bills Listed on Schedule Number 12 in the amount of $1,901,697.30. (Adopted by omnibus vote)

Yeas: Commissioners Hill, Mingus, Sutherland, and Mayor Kahl.

Nays: None.

Mayor Kahl declared the motion carried and the items adopted by omnibus vote designation.

Resolution No. 2021-056 by Commissioner Hill, seconded by Commissioner Mingus; BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EAST PEORIA, ILLINOIS that Resolution No. 2021-056, hereto attached, a Resolution approving the Annual Contribution to the Greater Peoria Economic Development Council, be approved. Mr. Mayor, I move you that this Resolution No. 2021-056 be accepted on its first reading as read by its title, and be laid on the table for no less than one week for public inspection.

Commissioner Hill explained that this resolution is for the annual contribution for the year to the Greater Peoria Economic Development Council. Cities the size of East Peoria are asked to give a $10,000 contribution. The Greater Peoria Economic Development Council facilitates federal and state funds to connect members with money. Stabilization grants and other assistance for businesses has been assisted by the Greater Peoria Economic Development Council.

Mayor Kahl explained that from a regional standpoint the Greater Peoria Economic Development Council is valuable. The organization is a valuable resource for state and federal resources and do a great job.

Yeas: Commissioners Hill, Mingus, Sutherland, and Mayor Kahl.

Nays: None.

Mayor Kahl declared the motion carried.

Motion by Commissioner Hill, seconded by Commissioner Sutherland; Mr. Mayor, I move you that Ordinance No. 4526 hereto attached, (AN ORDINANCE ADOPTING A TAX LEVY FOR CITY OF EAST PEORIA SPECIAL SERVICE AREA 2019A (ACCESS ROAD 6 IMPROVEMENT)) be accepted on its first reading as read by its title, and be laid on the table for no less than one week for public inspection.

Commissioner Hill explained that the ordinance is for the levy of a tax for the Special Service Area 2019A which is for Access Road 6 to be improved. The loan was approved at a previous City Council Meeting, and this ordinance is approving a tax levy for the owners of the properties that have benefitted from the roadway improvement. The year 2021 will be the first debt payment.

Mayor Kahl explained that it is a $400,000 loan over ten years at an interest rate of 1.95%.

Yeas: Commissioners Hill, Mingus, Sutherland, and Mayor Kahl.

Nays: None.

Mayor Kahl declared the motion carried.

Motion by Commissioner Hill, seconded by Commissioner Mingus; Mr. Mayor, I move you that Ordinance No. 4527 hereto attached, (AN ORDINANCE ADDING A NEW CLASS OF LICENSE FOR PUBLIC GOLF COURSES TO THE LIQUOR CONTROL REGULATIONS OF THE EAST PEORIA CITY CODE) be accepted on its first reading as read by its title, and be laid on the table for no less than one week for public inspection.

Commissioner Hill explained that the Fon du Lac Park District has requested that the Quail Meadows Golf Course property be annexed into the City, and this ordinance allows for a license for the golf course.

Mayor Kahl explained that the Class GC license cost is $1,000, and the property will be annexed in a few weeks. It will be a good fit for the City and the Park District.

Yeas: Commissioners Hill, Mingus, Sutherland, and Mayor Kahl.

Nays: None.

Mayor Kahl declared the motion carried.

Motion by Commissioner Hill, seconded by Commissioner Sutherland; Mr. Mayor, I move you that Ordinance No. 4528 hereto attached, (AN ORDINANCE PROVIDING FOR THE VACATION OF A PORTION OF HIGHVIEW ROAD RIGHT-OF-WAY) be accepted on its first reading as read by its title, and be laid on the table for no less than one week for public inspection.

Commissioner Hill explained that this was a portion of land was not useful to the city. The parcel of land off Highview Road was attached to a large parcel of land to the south of the subdivision. This vacation of land will be going to 821 or 825 Highview Road. This vacation will leave just enough for the right-of-way.

Yeas: Commissioners Hill, Mingus, Sutherland, and Mayor Kahl.

Nays: None.

Mayor Kahl declared the motion carried.

Motion by Commissioner Hill, seconded by Commissioner Mingus; Mr. Mayor, I move you that Ordinance No. 4529 hereto attached, (AN ORDINANCE PROVIDING FOR ACCEPTANCE OF RIGHT-OF-WAY DEDICATION FOR ADDITION TO CITY RIGHT-OF-WAY FOR HIGHVIEW ROAD) be accepted on its first reading as read by its title, and be laid on the table for no less than one week for public inspection.

Commissioner Hill explained that the owner is giving a small portion of their property for Right-of-Way. This ordinance goes along with Ordinance 4528 and completes the process.

Yeas: Commissioners Hill, Mingus, Sutherland, and Mayor Kahl.

Nays: None.

Mayor Kahl declared the motion carried.

Resolution No. 2021-060 by Commissioner Hill, seconded by Commissioner Sutherland; BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EAST PEORIA, ILLINOIS that Resolution No. 2021-060, hereto attached, a Resolution Approving Renewal of Property, Casualty, and Liability Insurance Coverage and Workers Compensation Insurance Coverage, be approved. Mr. Mayor, I move you that this Resolution No. 2021-060 be accepted on its first reading as read by its title, and be laid on the table for no less than one week for public inspection.

Commissioner Hill explained that the insurance renewal went out for bid and the decision was to go with the low bid. The City has been with ICRMT and Kuhl & Company since 2008. There was a savings of $26,000 and there was also a COVID-19 discount. The total cost for the insurance is $572,168.

Mayor Kahl explained that ICRMT and Kuhl & Company have done a good job and are especially helpful.

Yeas: Commissioners Hill, Mingus, Sutherland, and Mayor Kahl.

Nays: None.

Mayor Kahl declared the motion carried.

Resolution No. 2021-063 by Commissioner Hill, seconded by Commissioner Mingus; BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EAST PEORIA, ILLINOIS that Resolution No. 2021-063, hereto attached, a Resolution approving the Public Safety Building Camera Replacement Project by Christenberry Systems & Alarm Company Inc. in the amount of $32,320, be approved. Mr. Mayor, I move you that this Resolution No. 2021-063 be accepted on its first reading as read by its title, and be laid on the table for no less than one week for public inspection.

Commissioner Hill explained that the camera system at the Public Safety building is out of date, and this resolution updates and replaces the old camera system. The cost breakdown is $26,826.00 for the Public Safety Building, $2,821.00 for the Interview Room, and $2,673.00 for the Server.

Commissioner Sutherland and Mayor Kahl discussed traffic cameras and access to those cameras which are not associated with the camera upgrade at the Public Safety Building.

Yeas: Commissioners Hill, Mingus, Sutherland, and Mayor Kahl.

Nays: None.

Mayor Kahl declared the motion carried.

Resolution No. 2021-059 by Commissioner Mingus;

WHEREAS, former Chief of Police Steven Roegge was the City’s representative on the Tazewell County Emergency Telephone Systems Board; and

WHEREAS, Mayor John P. Kahl recommends the appointment of Interim Chief of Police, Rich Brodrick, to now serve as the City’s representative on the Tazewell County Emergency Telephone Systems Board; and

WHEREAS, consistent with the Mayor’s recommendation, the City desires to appoint Interim Chief of Police Rich Brodrick as the City’s representatives on the Tazewell County Emergency Telephone Systems Board to replace the City’s representative position that was most recently held by the former Chief of Police Steven Roegge;

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EAST PEORIA, TAZEWELL COUNTY, ILLINOIS, THAT Interim Chief of Police Rich Brodrick is hereby appointed as the City’s representatives on the Tazewell County Emergency Telephone Systems Board.

Motion by Commissioner Mingus, seconded by Commissioner Sutherland; Mr. Mayor, I move that Resolution No. 2021-059 be adopted as presented.

Commissioner Mingus explained that this resolution appoints Rich Brodrick as the City’s representative on the Tazewell County Emergency Telephone Systems Board.

Yeas: Commissioners Hill, Mingus, Sutherland, and Mayor Kahl.

Nays: None.

Mayor Kahl declared the motion carried and Resolution No. 2021-059 be duly adopted as presented.

Resolution No. 2021-058 by Commissioner Mingus;

WHEREAS, the City has previously entered into an intergovernmental agreement (the “Agreement”) with Pekin, Washington, Morton, Tazewell County, the Tazewell County Sheriff’s Office, and the Tazewell County Emergency Telephone Systems Board for 911 dispatch centers serving Tazewell County; and

WHEREAS, under the terms of the Agreement, the Parties established an intergovernmental agency named TC3 for the purpose of providing 911 dispatch services in Tazewell County; and

WHEREAS, the Agreement provides that TC3 is to be governed by a Governance Board and that daily operations of TC3 are to be managed by an Operations Committee; and

WHEREAS, the Agreement further provides that the Governance Board and Operations Committee are each to be comprised of representatives of municipalities that entered into the Agreement; and

WHEREAS, pursuant to the Agreement creating TC3 and associated Bylaws for TC3, the City of East Peoria has two seats on the Governance Board and two seats on the Operations Committee; and

WHEREAS, consistent with the Mayor’s recommendation, the City desires to appoint Temporary Deputy Chief of Police David Horn as one of the City’s representatives on the TC3 Operations Committee to replace the City’s representative position that was most recently held by the former Chief of Police Steven Roegge;

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EAST PEORIA, TAZEWELL COUNTY, ILLINOIS, THAT Temporary Deputy Chief of Police David Horn is hereby appointed as one of the City’s representatives on the TC3 Operations Committee

Motion by Commissioner Mingus, seconded by Commissioner Hill; Mr. Mayor, I move that Resolution No. 2021- 058 be adopted as presented.

The City of East Peoria has two representatives on the Operations Committee and appointing Temporary Deputy Chief of Police David Horn fills one of those seats previously held by former Chief of Police Steven Roegge.

Yeas: Commissioners Hill, Mingus, Sutherland, and Mayor Kahl.

Nays: None.

Mayor Kahl declared the motion carried and Resolution No. 2021-058 be duly adopted as presented.

Resolution No. 2021-057 by Commissioner Mingus, seconded by Commissioner Sutherland; BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EAST PEORIA, ILLINOIS that Resolution No. 2021-057, hereto attached, a Resolution Approving an Intergovernmental Agreement between the City and the County of Tazewell for Animal and Rabies Control Services, be approved. Mr. Mayor, I move you that this Resolution No. 2021-057 be accepted on its first reading as read by its title, and be laid on the table for no less than one week for public inspection.

Commissioner Mingus explained that it is a yearly contract and the amount for these services this year are $29,327.04.

Yeas: Commissioners Hill, Mingus, Sutherland, and Mayor Kahl.

Nays: None.

Mayor Kahl declared the motion carried.

Resolution No. 2021-062 by Commissioner Mingus, seconded by Commissioner Sutherland; BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EAST PEORIA, ILLINOIS that Resolution No. 2021-062, hereto attached, a Resolution Approving an Agreement between the City of East Peoria Police Department and the East Peoria High School District 309 to Provide School Resource Officer Services, be approved. Mr. Mayor, I move you that this Resolution No. 2021-062 be accepted on its first reading as read by its title, and be laid on the table for no less than one week for public inspection.

Commissioner Mingus explained that this is an agreement with District 309 for School Resource Officer (“SRO”) Services. The amount paid for this year for the services is prorated due to the late start of school.

Mayor Kahl explained that the Officer Roos is the SRO for the school, and this agreement benefits the community.

Yeas: Commissioners Hill, Mingus, Sutherland, and Mayor Kahl.

Nays: None.

Mayor Kahl declared the motion carried.

Mayor Kahl stated if there was anyone in the audience who wanted to speak on any items not on the agenda to come to the podium state the matter or matters to be discussed. There was no response.

Mayor Kahl then asked for comments from Council.

Commissioner Sutherland explained that the sewer repair project is going well. The project involves putting in new culverts and bringing in rocks for the system, and one of the next stops involves installing an I-beam bridge. The sewer treatment plant upgrade project is going well; however, there have been some issues in the last month. Commissioner Sutherland explained that he road along with the garbage department last week where there were over 800 stops. He commented on the great work that was done when a sensor went down on the garbage truck and the maintenance staff came out while the truck was still on the route and fixed it within fifteen to twenty minutes.

Commissioner Sutherland commented on most households putting their garbage cans out correctly. However, there are some that do not. He reminded everyone to place your garbage cans with the handle going toward the house, keep a six-foot separation between cans and other objects, try to combine cans into one if you have two half full garbage cans, and if possible, put the garbage cans on the same level as the street.

Commissioner Mingus and Mayor Kahl thanked Cole Smith for his great job in picking up garbage.

Mayor Kahl explained that the Working Session that was planned for this evening would be moved to the November 17 meeting. There will also be discussion on the upcoming tax levy during the working session. He thanked several City employees for their help in ensuring the polling places were ready to go this morning. Mayor Kahl encouraged citizens to attend the Veteran’s Day Parade on Saturday and explained the route for the parade. He reminded everyone that there are a lot of emotions with the election and that election day is a great day to be an American. It is a privilege to have the right to vote, and he hopes that everyone can come together. Mayor Kahl expressed gratitude to the City Council on the magnitude of the decisions that have been made during the pandemic in supporting small businesses in the City. He explained that they understand that they have been elected as representatives for the City.

Motion by Commissioner Sutherland, seconded by Commissioner Mingus; Mr. Mayor, I move you that we adjourn until Tuesday evening, November 17, 2020 at 6:00 P.M.

Yeas: Commissioners Decker, Hill, Mingus, Sutherland, and Mayor Kahl.

Nays: None

Mayor Kahl declared the motion carried and the meeting adjourned at 6:38 P.M.

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