City of Rock Falls Council met Jan. 16.
Here is the minutes provided by the Council:
The regular meeting of the Mayor and City Council of Rock Falls, Illinois was called to order by Mayor William B.Wescott at 6:30 p.m. on January 16th, 2018in the Council Chambers of Rock Falls.
City Clerk Eric Arduini called the roll following the pledge of allegiance. A quorum was present including Aldermen Daehle Reitzel, George Logan Jr., Brian Snow, Glen Kuhlemier, Jim Schuneman, Rod Kleckler, and Violet Sobottka. Alderman Lee Folsom was absent. In addition Attorney Tom Sanders and City Administrator Robbin Blackert were present.
Proclamation:
National Mentoring Month - January 2018- Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Mississippi Valley- Whiteside County
Clerk Arduini read the proclamation. Amanda Wike approached the Council and explained that the Big Brothers Big Sisters organization is committed to mentoring helping kids have fun, and learn skills from their mentor. The organization has over 40 members, and in the month of January they are honoring the mentors. Mrs. Wike, and Landon joined Mayor Wescott for pictures. Landon is in 3rd grade, and is Mayor Wescott's "Little".
A motion to approve the proclamation was made by Alderman Logan, and second by Alderman Sobottka.
Vote 7 aye, motion carried
Consent Agenda:
The consent agenda was read aloud by City Clerk Eric Arduini. A motion to approve consent agenda as read by omnibus designation was made by Alderman Schuneman and second by Alderman Kuhlemier.
1. Approve the Minutes of the January 2nd, 2018 Regular Council Meeting.
2. Approval of bills as presented.
Vote 7 aye, motion carried
Ordinance Second Reading / Adoption:
A motion was made Alderman Reitzel, and second by Alderman Snow for the adoption of Ordinance 2018-2357 Disposal of surplus property - 2006 Chrysler Pacifica.
Vote 7 aye, motion carried
Attorney Tom Sanders:
Mr. Sanders wished Jim Reese a happy and healthy 75th birthday.
Ward Reports:
Ward 1:
Alderman Daehle Reitzel thanked the Street and Water Departments for their work during the recent cold weather.
Ward 3:
Alderman Schuneman invited everyone to the next Finance Committee meeting on Tuesday where they will be discussing water and wastewater rates. He also thanked all of the street department and other departments for clearing snow and working in the cold weather.
Ward 4:
Alderman Sobottka, wished Jim Reese happy birthday.
With nothing else for the good of the Council a motion was made by Alderman Sobottka and second by Alderman Reitzel to adjourn the meeting at 6:34pm.
Viva Voce Vote, motion carried
Meeting is adjourned at 6:34pm
https://rockfalls61071.net/download/agendas_and_minutes/2018_agendas_and_minutes/2018_city_council/2018_city_council_minutes/01-16-2018-City-Council-Minutes.pdf
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