City of Rock Falls Council met Feb. 20.
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 February 20th, 2018 in 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, Lee Folsom and Violet Sobottka. In addition Attorney Tom Sanders and City Administrator Robbin Blackert were present.
Mayor Wescott informed the Council that Ordinance 2018-2359 would be removed from second reading, and brought back with revisions at the next Council meeting.
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 Sobottka and second by Alderman Schuneman.
1. Approval of the Minutes of the February 6th, 2018 Regular Council Meeting. 2. Approval of bills as presented. Vote 8 aye, motion carried
Ordinance Second Reading / Adoption:
A motion was made by Alderman Reitzel, and second by Alderman Sobottka for the second reading and adoption of Ordinance 2018-2358 Adding Section 16-398 governing the removal of open wine bottles from restaurants. Vote 7aye, motion carried (Alderman Snow recused himself from this vote)
Information/Correspondence: Eric Arduini, City Clerk
A motion was made by Alderman Snow, and second by Alderman Schuneman to approve the issuance of the Business License for Taxi Durango of Sterling Illinois. Mayor Wescott added that the ordinance states that the City Council approves taxi licenses after they determine that another service is needed. It may have been instituted when there were too many taxi companies. Administrator Blackert will be bringing a revised ordinance to the next Ordinance Committee meeting. Vote 8 aye, motion carried
Department Heads: Building Inspector- Mark Searing
A motion was made by Alderman Snow, and second by Alderman Sobottka to allow that bids be let for the 2018 Lawn Maintenance Program. This program is for mowing private properties for non-compliance. Vote 8 aye, motion carried
Tourism - Janell Loos
A motion was made by Alderman Schuneman, and second by Alderman Kuhlemier to approve the RB&W District Application for the Sun Kissed Music Festival to be held on June 8th and 9th, 2018 as recommended by the Tourism Committee. Director Loos added that there will be 15 bands, and tickets will be $30.00for two days. Alderman Kuhlemier mentioned that the Tourism Committee went in depth with the promoter who was in attendance at the last meeting. This may be the cookie cutter for future events. The rain date will be for limited time on Sunday. Alderman Kleckler asked about parking for the event which will be allowed south of the slab. It was confirmed that there will be no alcohol sales at the concert. Vote 6 aye, 1 nay (Kleckler), motion carried (Alderman Reitzel recused himself from this vote)
A motion was made by Alderman Snow, and second by Alderman Sobottka for the approval of the Amplifier License for the Sun Kissed Music Festival with additional acceptance as required in Section 16-122(a) of the Municipal Code to extend the hours from 8:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. on June 8-9,2018and on Sunday, June 10, 2018 from 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. should there be a rain event on the two (2)days of the scheduled event.
Mayor Wescott added that the current ordinance only allows amplifiers until 8:00 p.m. without Council approval, and does not allow amplifiers on Sunday without approval. Vote 6 aye, 1 nay (Kleckler), motion carried (Alderman Reitzel recused himself from this vote)
Director Loos informed the committee that Percussion Palooza has received a $250.00Sponsorship Grant.
The Blackhawk Hills Regional Council has received a facade grant for two signs in the amount of $1603.00.
Touch of Thai II has received a facade grant for a new awning in the amount of $1717.00.
The Northwest Illinois Film Office has come to Rock Falls to rent stuffed animals from Fin and Fur Taxidermy for the movie "Hunting God". The movie is being filmed in Savanna.
Ward Reports:
Alderman Kuhlemier expressed his sympathy to the family of Duane Nielsen. He and his wife Marge Stewart were very active in the community.
Mayor's Report:
A motion was made by Alderman Folsom, and second by Alderman Logan to approve the re-appointment of Terry Gisi to the Rock Falls Police Department Pension Board for the term 6/30/2018 through 6/30/2020. Vote 8 aye, motion carried
A motion was made by Alderman Reitzel, and second by Alderman Snow to approve the appointment of Alderman Glen Kuhlemier as Mayor Pro-tem for the period of February 26 through March 1,2018. Vote 7aye, motion carried (Alderman Kuhlemier abstained from this vote)
Mayor Bill Wescott reminded the Council to keep up to date on the bills being considered in Springfield.
Mayor Wescott invited the Council to a ground breaking ceremony to be held on March 7th, 2018 at noon. The new CGH Medical Center Clinic on Dixon Avenue will begin construction in a month, and hopefully will be open near November.
With nothing else for the good of the Council a motion was made by Alderman Folsom and second by Alderman Sobottka to adjourn the meeting at 6:50pm. Viva Voce Vote, motion carried
Meeting is adjourned at 6:50pm
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