City of Pekin City Council Met April 5.
Here is the minutes provided by the council:
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Due to the Governor’s Executive Order regarding COVID-19 and the relaxing of the Open Meetings Act requirements, this meeting was held remotely via Zoom Meetings with the option of an in person meeting at Council Chambers for the public to attend with proper social distancing. Therefore, the provisions of the City Code regarding electronic attendance did not apply.
The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Councilmember Orrick. The Clerk confirmed by roll call vote, that all Councilmembers were physically present except Councilmember Hohimer, who was absent.
| Attendee Name | Title | Status | Arrived |
| Michael Garrison | Councilman | Absent | 5:09 PM |
| Rick Hilst | Councilman | Present | 5:07 PM |
| Karen Hohimer | Councilwoman | Absent | 5:09 PM |
| Dave Nutter | Councilman | Present | 5:06 PM |
| Lloyd Orrick | Mayor Pro-Tem | Present | 5:08 PM |
| John P Abel | Councilman | Present | 5:09 PM |
| Mark Luft | Mayor | Present | 5:07 PM |
Motion to: Approve Agenda
| RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Lloyd Orrick, Mayor Pro-Tem SECONDER: John P Abel, Councilman AYES: Hilst, Nutter, Orrick, Abel, Luft ABSENT: Michael Garrison, Karen Hohimer |
The City Clerk confirmed that no public input was received.
PRESENTATION CAPITAL BUDGET PART I
Property Manager, Mr. Jayson Brienen, presented a power point presentation with departmental requests as it related to Capital document given in the budget. Mr. Brienen explained that the presentation correlated with public property assessment also given to Council. Mr. Brienen discussed Capital improvements in City Hall and the police station falling in the BDD that included a service counter remodel, main entry drainage and resurface, various flooring upgrades, painting, boiler upgrades, VAV upgrades, LED lighting upgrades, parking lot crack filling, sealing and striping, exterior cleaning and sealing, locker room and an expansion/remodel.
Council discussed not allowing in person payments at City Hall to avoid the cost of a bullet proof protective shield at the front counter. Mr. Brienen explained that there were problems with the current gate and the light switches and addressed the lack of safety at the front counter.
Council continued to discuss the cost difference between bullet proof and non-bullet proof glass. Mr. Brienen stated that it was only a 10-20% difference in cost.
Councilmember Hilst did not feel protective glass was a priority and suggested that money from the BDD be used for infrastructure and streets.
Council continued the discussion and requested the proposed improvements be prioritized and discussed when the BDD takes effect.
Mr. Brienen continued his presentation and discussed the Street Department improvements that included Capital improvement items such as interior concrete refinishing, upgrade of building drainage, painting, HVAC zoning upgrades, office and locker room remodel, front entrance upgrades, parking lot crack filling, sealing and striping, man door upgrades, new roof for the salt building, upgraded security camera system, and a North side clear span salt storage.
Council discussed the cost of showers and the EOC recording system. Council also discussed the age of the salt barn, the north side treatment plant property and items to defer to next budget year.
Mr. Brienen moved on to discuss the Pekin Municipal Airport capital improvement items that included a main hanger reskin, new terminal roof membrane, main hangar drainage improvements, t-hanger upgrades, parking lot and entry way repaving, LED lighting upgrade, terminal improvements, upgraded security system hangar relocation and expansion.
Council discussed the possibility of private funding. Airport Manager, Mr. Todd Dugan, stated that if he could add something to the list of improvements it would aesthetics. Mr. Dugan felt that the building was dilapidated and was in desperate need to replace the furniture from the 1980’s.
Council discussed the status of the new hangars, the need for upgrades, and possible funding.
Council continued a discussion of the restrooms on the riverfront with regards to vandalism and upkeep and the docks at the pier.
City Manager, Mr. Mark Rothert, also pointed out that the clock in front of City Hall needed replaced or the option of a digital board.
Mr. Brenien continued his presentation onto the Wastewater Treatment Plant improvements that included digester roof lid, concrete area for waste material, man door improvements, HVAC improvements and old headwater building improvements.
Mr. Brienen also presented the Fire Station I improvements that included storage facility, fire alarm system, LED lighting upgrades, plumbing scope and assessment, dewatering and sump upgrades to the basement, deep clean and paint in basement, parking lot drainage rework and repaving, elevator repairs, day room, bathroom/locker room, and patio upgrades.
Mr. Rothert added that the fire stations were build when JFK was President but some items could be deferred.
Council discussed the cost of the fire station improvements and the project manager. Council also discussed deferring items to next budget year and the FY21 surplus.
Councilmember Orrick discussed the proposed budget of three new employees but wanted to see a summer crew instead.
Councilmember Hilst discussed the hangar expansion and requested supplemental salary information within the budget.
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CITY COUNCIL OR STAFF REPORTS
Councilmember Abel reminded everyone that election day was tomorrow.
Councilmember Nutter requested a list of demo properties and the status of Enterprise pickup up the vehicles in front of City Hall.
EXECUTIVE SESSION 5 ILCS 120/2 (C) IF APPLICABLE
ADJOURN
There being no further business coming to Council, a motion was made by Council Member Orrick to adjourn seconded by Council Member Abel. Motion carried viva voce. Mayor Luft adjourned the meeting at 6:58 P.M
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