Rock Island County Public Works & Facilities Committee met March 7.
Here are the minutes provided by the committee:
The Public Works and Facilities Committee of the Rock Island County Board will met at the above date and time in the Board Chambers on the third floor of the County Building, 1504 Third Avenue, Rock Island Illinois.
Per section 7(e) of the State of Illinois Open Meetings Act, Members of the County Board may attend the meeting remotely, if they prefer. The public may attend in person or may call in remotely to the meeting by dialing 312-626- 6799 and entering Meeting ID: 942 592 50168 when prompted.
Call to order and roll call
Chairman L. Burns called the meeting to order at 8:30 a.m.
Members Present: Chairman L. Burns, D. Adams, M. Burns, D. Clevenger, E. Langdon, R. Morthland, E. Sowards, Chairman R. Brunk
Members absent: B. Westpfahl
Public Comment:
Chairman Burns made three calls for public comment. There were no responses for public comment.
Approval of the minutes from the February 7th, 2022 Public Works & Facilities Meeting
Motion to approve by D. Adams, seconded by D. Clevenger
A roll call was established
Motion carries
Reports to the Committee:
Greg Thorpe reported $21,460.00 net revenue in receipts, estimated value of work was $2.5 million, 4 new residences, and estimated value at $189.00 per square foot.
Motion to approve is report by D. Adams, seconded by D. Clevenger
Roll Call was taken, member B. Westpfahl now present
Motion carries
Josh Boudi reported they continue to work on the two major projects. The assessment tax parcel maps project, and the 911 upgrade. $17,051.00 was received.
Motion to approve his report by D. Adams, seconded by D. Clevenger
Motion to adopt previous roll call by E. Langdon, seconded by R. Morthland.
Motion carries.
John Massa reported the engineering department is working on the design of Ridgewood Road. He also shared that there’s a possibility of a feasibility study for Indian Bluff Road. He stated the work on the diesel tank started today. Also, the work on the bridge on County Highway 9 which is 140th St. W, south of Edgington will start March 14th. The road will be closed.
Motion to approve his report D. Adams, seconded by D. Clevenger
Motion to adopt previous roll call by E. Langdon, seconded by E. Sowards and R. Morthland Motion carries.
Jim Grafton reported that they have identified some priorities for renovations for this building which would include, the elevator, the heating and air conditioning, the electrical system which still has screw in fuses. A significant update to the board chambers as well as some office accommodations for the future finance director. He stated they have contacted some folks for bids so they will be able to come back to the board for recommendations.
Motion to approve his report from E. Langdon, seconded by D. Adams
Motion to adopt previous roll call by D. Adams, seconded by D. Clevenger
Motion carries.
ASA Patty Castro shared that they have received a complaint from the widow of Richard Rich, the gentleman that was struck by a vehicle last fall. The county has been named a “Respondent in discovery”, which means they are seeking information from us to assist them in their lawsuit. The county has not been named in the lawsuit. Ms Castro stated she just wanted the committee and the board to be aware and she will keep them updated on the case and the next steps.
Consider Zoning Board of Appeals Cases
a. SU-22-203 Dan Crownhart; Motorsports Facility; CR
b. RZ-22-104 Richard N. Genung Trust; AG-1 to AG-2; CR
c. RZ-22-105 Beverly Vollrath Estate; I-2 to SE-2; HA
d. RZ-22-106 Todd Declercq Trust; AG-1 to SE-1; CO
Motion to approve by D. Clevenger and seconded by R. Morthland
Motion to adopt previous roll call by D. Adams, seconded by D. Clevenger
Motion carries.
Consider Highway Item(s)
a. Review and award of bids received Friday, February 25th, 2022
i. Route and Seal Project; Section 22-00000-01-GM
ii. Seal Coast; Section 22-XX000-00-GM
iii. Bituminous Materials Letting
iv. Crack Seal Materials Letting
Motion to approve by B. Westpfahl, seconded by D. Clevenger.
Motion to adopt previous roll call by R. Morthland, seconded by E. Sowards
Motion carries.
b. Engineering Services Agreement—Supplemental to the HSIP Guardrail Project
Motion to approve by R. Morthland, seconded by D. Adams
Motion to adopt previous roll call by E. Langdon seconded by D. Clevenger
Motion carries
c. MFT Resolution appropriating funds for Supplemental Engineering Work
Motion to approve by D. Adams, seconded by D. Clevenger
Motion to adopt previous roll call by D. Adams, seconded by B. Westpfahl
Motion carries
d. Engineering Services Agreement—2022 Guardrail Design
Motion to approve by D. Adams, seconded by D. Clevenger
Motion to adopt previous roll call by E. Langdon, seconded by R. Morthland and B. Westpfahl Motion carries
e. MFT Resolution Appropriating Funds for Guardrail Design
Motion to approve by D. Adams, seconded by M. Burns
Motion to adopt previous roll call by E. Langdon, seconded by B. Westpfahl
Motion carries
Consider purchase of vehicles for Building and Zoning
Motion to approve by B. Westpfahl, seconded by D. Clevenger
Motion to adopt previous roll call by E. Langdon, seconded by E. Sowards and B. Westpfahl Motion carries
Committee member opportunity for brief comment (no decisions will be made)
Adjourn
Motion to approve by D. Adams, seconded by D. Clevenger
Motion to adopt previous roll call by E. Langdon, seconded by E. Sowards Motion carries adjourn at 9:02 a.m.
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