Peoria Standard

City of East Peoria City Council met Oct. 17.

Here are 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 Pro-Tem Mark E. Hill presiding at 6:00 P.M. with proper notice having been given.

Upon the roll being called the following answered present: Commissioner Mark E. Hill, Commissioner Seth D. Mingus, and Commissioner Michael L. Sutherland.

Absent: Mayor John P. Kahl and Commissioner Daniel S. Decker.

The invocation was given by Mayor Pro-Tem Hill.

Mayor Pro-Tem Hill led the Council and the audience in the pledge of allegiance to the flag.

Motion by Commissioner Mingus, seconded by Commissioner Sutherland; Mr. Mayor Pro-Tem, I move that the minutes of the Regular Meeting held on October 3, 2023 be approved as printed.

Yeas: Commissioner Mingus and Sutherland, and Mayor Pro-Tem Hill.

Nays: None.

Mayor Pro-Tem Hill declared the motion carried.

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

Motion by Mayor Pro-Tem Hill, seconded by Commissioner Mingus; I move to adopt a consent agenda consisting of items numbered 1 through 8 as listed on the agenda for this meeting to be considered by omnibus vote.

Item Number 1 - Adoption of Resolution Number 2324-089 – Resolution to Approve Payment of the Schedule of Bills Listed on Schedule Number 10 in the amount of $1,655,285.77.

Item Number 2 - Adoption of Resolution Number 2324-081 on its Second Reading - Resolution Approving an Intergovernmental Agreement Between the City and the County of Tazewell for Aerial Photography Project.

Item Number 3 - Adoption of Resolution Number 2324-082 on its Second Reading - Resolution Approving Conduit Agreement with i3 Broadband for Use of City Conduit in the Levee District.

Item Number 4 - Adoption of Resolution Number 2324-084 on its Second Reading - Resolution Approving Additional Software Licenses from Tyler Technologies Inc. for Permitting and Licensing Services Provided by the City.

Item Number 5 - Adoption of Resolution Number 2324-085 on its Second Reading - Resolution to Approve Services Agreement with Hera Property Registry for Administering the City’s Vacant and Foreclosed Property Registration Program.

Item Number 6 – Adoption of Resolution Number 2324-086 on its Second Reading - Resolution Approving an Easement Agreement with U.S. Army Corps of Engineers for Sanitary Sewer Easement Across Fondulac Dam and Reservoir Property.

Item Number 7 – Adoption of Ordinance Number 4753 on its Second Reading - (AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING AN INTERGOVERNMENTAL AGREEMENT FOR PARTICIPATION IN THE MUTUAL AID BOX ALARM SYSTEM (MABAS MASTER AGREEMENT 2022).)

Item Number 8 - Adoption of Resolution Number 2324-083 on its Second Reading - Resolution Approving and Authorizing Purchase of a New Fire Engine (E-One Pumper on Spartan FC-94 Chassis) from Banner Fire Equipment Inc. for the Fire Department.

Yeas: Commissioner Mingus and Sutherland, and Mayor Pro-Tem Hill.

Nays: None.

Mayor Pro-Tem Hill declared the motion carried.

Motion by Mayor Pro Tem Hill, seconded by Commissioner Sutherland; I move you that Items numbered 1 through 8 listed on the Consent Agenda be hereby approved and adopted, the items numbered 2 through 8 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 2324-089 – Resolution to Approve Payment of the Schedule of Bills Listed on Schedule Number 10 in the amount of $1,655,285.77. (Adopted by omnibus vote)

Item Number 2 - Adoption of Resolution Number 2324-081 on its Second Reading - Resolution Approving an Intergovernmental Agreement Between the City and the County of Tazewell for Aerial Photography Project. (Adopted by omnibus vote)

Item Number 3 - Adoption of Resolution Number 2324-082 on its Second Reading - Resolution Approving Conduit Agreement with i3 Broadband for Use of City Conduit in the Levee District. (Adopted by omnibus vote)

Item Number 4 - Adoption of Resolution Number 2324-084 on its Second Reading - Resolution Approving Additional Software Licenses from Tyler Technologies Inc. for Permitting and Licensing Services Provided by the City. (Adopted by omnibus vote)

Item Number 5 - Adoption of Resolution Number 2324-085 on its Second Reading - Resolution to Approve Services Agreement with Hera Property Registry for Administering the City’s Vacant and Foreclosed Property Registration Program. (Adopted by omnibus vote)

Item Number 6 – Adoption of Resolution Number 2324-086 on its Second Reading - Resolution Approving an Easement Agreement with U.S. Army Corps of Engineers for Sanitary Sewer Easement Across Fondulac Dam and Reservoir Property. (Adopted by omnibus vote)

Item Number 7 – Adoption of Ordinance Number 4753 on its Second Reading - (AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING AN INTERGOVERNMENTAL AGREEMENT FOR PARTICIPATION IN THE MUTUAL AID BOX ALARM SYSTEM (MABAS MASTER AGREEMENT 2022).) (Adopted by omnibus vote)

Item Number 8 - Adoption of Resolution Number 2324-083 on its Second Reading - Resolution Approving and Authorizing Purchase of a New Fire Engine (E-One Pumper on Spartan FC-94 Chassis) from Banner Fire Equipment Inc. for the Fire Department. (Adopted by omnibus vote)

Yeas: Commissioner Mingus and Sutherland, and Mayor Pro-Tem Hill.

Nays: None.

Mayor Pro-Tem Hill declared the motion carried and the items adopted by omnibus vote designation.

Motion by Mayor Pro-Tem Hill, seconded by Commissioner Mingus; I move that Ordinance No. 4756 hereto attached, (AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING A SPECIAL USE FOR ACCESSORY STRUCTURE ON PROPERTY LOCATED AT 200 CASTLE LANE IN THE CITY OF EAST PEORIA, TAZEWELL COUNTY, ILLINOIS) 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.

Mayor Pro-Tem Hill commented on the special use for the accessory structure. He explained that the accessory structure is technically in the front yard because it is located on the corner of Castle Lane and another street. The ZBA recommended for the approval the property, and permits will be issued after the special use is approved.

Yeas: Commissioner Mingus and Sutherland, and Mayor Pro-Tem Hill.

Nays: None.

Mayor Pro-Tem Hill declared the motion carried.

Motion by Mayor Pro-Tem Hill, seconded by Commissioner Sutherland; I move that Ordinance No. 4757 hereto attached, (AN ORDINANCE APPROVING A REAL ESTATE PURCHASE AGREEMENT FOR THE CITY’S ACQUISITION OF PROPERTY LOCATED ALONG EDMUND STREET LOCATED IN THE WEST WASHINGTON STREET TIF DISTRICT) 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.

Mayor Pro Tem Hill commented on the purchase agreement and the location of property that is purchase being behind CEFCU. He explained that he feels that this positions the City for potential further develop in the area. This is a Tax Increment Financing (“TIF”) eligible expense.

Yeas: Commissioner Mingus and Sutherland, and Mayor Pro-Tem Hill.

Nays: None.

Mayor Pro-Tem Hill declared the motion carried.

Motion by Mayor Pro-Tem Hill, seconded by Commissioner Mingus; I move that Ordinance No. 4758 hereto attached, (AN ORDINANCE APPROVING A REAL ESTATE PURCHASE-SALE AGREEMENT WITH FRONTIER HOSPITALITY GROUP FOR SALE OF LOT 2 IN RIVERFRONT SUBDIVISION FOR HOTEL DEVELOPMENT PROJECT SITE) 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.

Mayor Pro Tem Hill commented on Lot 2 being in the Camp Street TIF. It is across the bridge from the Embassy Suites. The proposal is for a high quality hotel. He explained that Frontier Hospitality Group operates other high quality hotels in the area.

Yeas: Commissioner Mingus and Sutherland, and Mayor Pro-Tem Hill.

Nays: None.

Mayor Pro-Tem Hill declared the motion carried.

Resolution No. 2324-087 by Commissioner Sutherland, seconded by Commissioner Mingus; BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EAST PEORIA, ILLINOIS that Resolution No. 2324- 087, hereto attached, a Resolution Authorizing the Purchase of a New Dump Truck Body from Koenig Body and Equipment, Inc. for the Water/Wastewater Truck Number 11, be approved. Mr. Mayor Pro-Tem, I move you that this Resolution No. 2324-087 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 Sutherland explained that a new truck bed is needed, and this is for the purchase of the needed new dump body.

Yeas: Commissioner Mingus and Sutherland, and Mayor Pro-Tem Hill.

Nays: None.

Mayor Pro-Tem Hill declared the motion carried.

Resolution No. 2324-088 by Commissioner Mingus; RESOLUTION APPROVING LICENSE AGREEMENT WITH EAST PEORIA GRADE SCHOOL DISTRICT 86 FOR USE OF PORTION OF SCHOOL PROPERTY FOR FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS ACTIVITIES

WHEREAS, the City of East Peoria (the “City”) annually conducts the Festival of Lights (“FOL”), which includes the Parade of Lights, and the East Peoria Grade School District No. 86 (“District 86”) has allowed the City to use of portion of District 86 property as a staging area for the Parade of Lights and for FOL displays during the FOL season that runs from the beginning of November through the subsequent New Year’s Day; and

WHEREAS, the City and District 86 now seek to formalize this arrangement that will also clarify the City’s responsibilities regarding the installation and maintenance of a new electrical power source on District 86 property for these FOL activities, as set forth in the License Agreement, attached hereto as Exhibit A and incorporated herein by reference; and

WHEREAS, the City Council hereby finds that it is in the best interests of the City to enter into the License Agreement with District 86 for conducting these activities related to the City’s annual Festival of Lights and Parade of Lights; and

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EAST PEORIA, TAZEWELL COUNTY, ILLINOIS, THAT the License Agreement (Exhibit A) with District 86 is approved, and the Mayor or his designee is hereby authorized and directed to execute the License Agreement on behalf of the City, together with such changes therein as the Mayor in his discretion deems appropriate.

Motion by Commissioner Mingus, seconded by Commissioner Sutherland; Mr. Mayor Pro-Tem, I move that Resolution No. 2324-088 be adopted as presented.

Commissioner Mingus explained that this resolution is for an agreement that the city will maintain the power source.

Yeas: Commissioner Mingus and Sutherland, and Mayor Pro-Tem Hill.

Nays: None.

Mayor Pro-Tem Hill declared the motion carried and Resolution No. 2324-088 be duly adopted as presented.

Mayor Pro-Tem Hill 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 Pro-Tem Hill then asked for comments from Council.

Motion by Commissioner Sutherland, seconded by Commissioner Mingus; Mr. Mayor Pro-Tem, I move you that we adjourn until Tuesday evening, November 7, 2023 at 6:00 P.M.

Yeas: Commissioner Mingus and Sutherland, and Mayor Pro-Tem Hill.

Nays: None.

Mayor Pro-Tem Hill declared the motion carried and the meeting adjourned at 6:17 P.M.

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