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City of Batavia City Council met Nov. 4.

Here are the minutes provided by the council:

PLEASE NOTE: These minutes are not a word-for-word transcription of the statements made at the meeting, nor intended to be a comprehensive review of all discussions. Minutes are intended to make an official record of the actions taken by the Committee/City Council, and to include some description of discussion points as understood by the minute-taker. Any references to discussion and/or statements are only to provide greater clarity to the public and they may not reference all, some, or any of an individual speaker’s comments.

1. MEETING CALLED TO ORDER

The Mayor called the meeting to order at 7:02 p.m.

2. INVOCATION followed by PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

Ald. Malay led the Pledge of Allegiance.

3. ROLL CALL

Aldermen in attendance at roll: Barraza (7), Beck (5), Pieper (4), Malone (3), Wolff (2), Solfa (1), Bearren (1), Leman (2), Ajazi (3), Malay (4), Uher (5), Cerone (6), Vogelsinger (7).

Attending remotely: none

4. REMINDER: Please Speak Into The Microphone For BATV Recording

5. ITEMS REMOVED/ADDED/CHANGED

none seen

6. CONSENT AGENDA

Approvals:

A. October 25, 2024 Payroll $1,086.213.09

B. Accounts Payable Check Register $2,127,671.37

C. City Council Minutes October 21, 2024

D. Resolution 2024-138-R: Approving IGA with Batavia Park District for Fiber to Callahan Community Center (SA 10/21/24 COW 10/29/24 9/0)

E. Resolution 2024-125-R: Authorizing execution of Task Order 46 with Engineering Enterprises for Design Engineering Services of the S Mallory Ave water system improvements (JB 10/29/24 COW 10/29/24 9/0)

F. Resolution 2024-141-R: Approving Purchase of a Sanitary Sewer Lateral Launch CCTV System with Standard Equipment Company in the amount of $139,374.61 (JB 10/29/24 COW 10/29/24 9/0) PU

G. Resolution 2024-134-R: approving Task Order #7 with V3 Companies, Ltd. for construction engineering services for the Safe Routes to School Project for an amount not to exceed $84,614.00. (CB 10/15/24 COW 10/29/24 10/0) CS

H. Resolution 2024-135-R: Approving a Joint Funding Agreement for Federally Funded Construction for the Safe Routes to School Project. (CB 10/15/24 COW 10/29/24 10/0) CS

I. Resolution 2024-136-R: Approving a Master Services Agreement with Strand Assoc., Inc. (CB 10/29/24 COW 10/29/24 10/0) CS

J. Resolution 2024-137-R: approving Task Order #1 with Strand Associates, Inc. for a Feasibility Study for a Pedestrian Crossing at the Intersection of Randall Rd and Main St (CB 10/22/24 COW 10/29/24 9/0 COW 10/29/24 10/0) CS

K. Ordinance 2024- 071: Conditional Use for an Entertainment and Recreation, Indoor Facility- Large Scale (ZE 10/24/24 COW 10/29/24 10/0) CD

L. Ordinance 2024-062: Proposing the Establishment of an Amendment to Special Service Area Number 17 (Hazelwood Pointe Subdivision Phase I and II) in the City of Batavia and Providing for a Public Hearing and Other Procedures (DMR 10/23/24 COW 10/29/24 10/0) CD

M. Ordinance 2024-072: Amendments to Text of the Zoning Code (Miscellaneous Amendments Chapter 5.1, Chapter 5.2, Section 5.606.B, and Chapter 6) (ZE 10/24/24) CD

N. Approval: COW Executive Session Minutes for February 14, 2023 – Purchase of Real Estate; March 28, 2023 – Collective Bargaining; April 11, 2023- Purchase of Real Estate; May 9, 2023 – a. Land Acquisition b. Setting the Price of Land for Sale; September 12, 2023 – a. Litigation b. Purchase of Real Estate and December 12, 2023 - Litigation

Ald. Beck read aloud the Consent Agenda.

Motion by Ald. Beck, seconded by Ald. Solfa, to approve the consent agenda. Motion carried 13 yea/ 0 nay/ 1 absent.

7. MATTERS FROM THE PUBLIC: (For Items NOT On The Agenda) none seen

8. RECOGNITION: Honoring Allen+Pepa Architects for winning the 2024 Governmental Category for Excellence in Masonry from the Chicago Masonry Advisory Council for the Jeffery D. Schielke Government Center

Lane Allen rose to address the City Council. He spoke about the work done by his firm, Allen+Pepa, to address the design needs of the current City government offices by renovating the former Appleton Manufacturing plant. Allen+Pepa received an award from the Chicago Masonry Advisory Council for excellence in masonry in the Governmental category. He thanked the City staff, Mayor, Aldermen, and colleagues for their collaboration, support and assistance. Mayor Schielke read a statement acknowledging Allen+Pepa’s high quality, standard-setting work.

9. APPOINTMENT: Bob White, Kim Fredricks and Liam McKay to the Batavia Active Transportation Advisory Commission for at 3-Year Term

Motion by Ald. Wolf , seconded by Ald. Beck, to approve the appointment. Motion carried 13 yea/ 0 nay/ 1 absent.

Kimberly Fredricks introduced herself to the Council and expressed her enthusiasm for active transportation in the Fox Valley.

Bob White introduced himself to the Council. He has been a resident of Batavia since June, and expressed his excitement to be able to be involved in the community through the BATAC.

Liam McKay introduced himself to the Council. He shared his passion for connecting people with options to move in their communities.

10. PRESENTATION: BATAC Quarterly Update

The Chair of the BATAC delivered his report on the recent and upcoming activities of the BATAC. Personnel changes have created opportunities for new members to join the commission in a leadership role. The “road diet” has been a significant victory for the Commission. Future projects include replacing the bike repair station near the Government Center and adding one at the Clark Island pump track, with collaboration of the Batavia Park District.

11. RECOGNITION: Joanne Spitz for 15 Years of Service on the Batavia Bicycle Commission and the Batavia Active Transportation Advisory Commission

Mayor Schielke presented an award of recognition to Joanne Spitz for her years of service to Batavia on the BATAC. Spitz expressed her gratitude to the community and fellow BATAC members and her pride in the work accomplished over her 15 year service.

12. CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

President Margaret Perreault delivered her report on the recent and upcoming activities of the Batavia Chamber of Commerce. Letters of recommendation are currently being accepted for the Citizen of the Year award. The Chamber of Commerce recently launched a new website. She welcomed new members to the Chamber of Commerce. Chamber Holiday Bucks will be available again this year; they will be accepted through March 2025.

Perreault introduced her guest, Scott Miller from Moka Coffee. Miller’s coffee shop opened in Batavia in March, 2023. Miller explained how the idea for Moka started and its unique points. Moka works with a specialty roaster and employs mostly local workforce.

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13. ADMINISTRATOR'S REPORT

Administrator Newman delivered her report on the recent and upcoming initiatives of the City of Batavia. One of the major projects is to overhaul the liquor code to create consistency and efficiency for applicants. Leaf pickup continues. Residents are advised to keep leaves six feet back from the curb and to keep sewer grates clear.

Ald. Malay asked about the status of the Fire Department staffing study. The final draft is in hand and planned to be provided to Aldermen this week.

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14. OTHER BUSINESS

None seen.

15. MAYOR’S REPORT

Mayor Schielke delivered his report. He is pleased by the number of inquiries and comments on City services recently, especially leaf collection, active transportation, and first responders.

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16. ADJOURNMENT

Motion by Ald. Solfa, seconded by Ald. Wolf , to adjourn. Motion carried by voice vote. The meeting adjourned at 7:57 p.m.

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