East Moline City Council met Nov. 19.
Here is the minutes provided by the council:
PLEDGE:
Mayor Freeman led the City Council and all those present in the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag,
ROLL CALL
Mayor Freeman called the meeting to order and directed City Clerk Arletta D. Holmes, to call the roll. The following Aldermen were present: Alissa Sallows, Gary Almblade, Ed DeJaynes, Gary Miller, Maria Tapia, Jose Rico, and Mayor Freeman.
PUBLIC COMMENT:
None
CITY CLERK’S REPORT None
ADDITIONS/CORRECTIONS TO AGENDA:
None
CONSENT AGENDA:
City Clerk Arletta Holmes read the Consent Agenda that included the following:
a. Approval of the City Council Minutes of November 5, 2018.
b. Approval of the Committee-of-the-Whole Minutes of November 5, 2018.
c. Approval of Salaries for November 16, 2018 in the amount of $421,449.29.
d. Approval of Bills in the amount of $448,512.20.
A motion was made by Alderman DeJaynes, seconded by Alderman Tapia, to approve the Consent Agenda as presented. Upon roll call the following voted in favor: Mulcahey, DeJaynes, Miller, Tapia, Rico, Sallows and Almblade. Motion carried.
REPORT BY MAYOR
Mayor Freeman thanked Mr. Brad Cole of the Illinois Municipal League (IML) for his presentation regarding City Council rules and procedures.
CITY ATTORNEY GRAHAM LEE PRESENTED THE FOLLOWING ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS:
ORDINANCE 18-18: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF EAST MOLINE AMENDING TITLE 6 “POLICE REGULATIONS”, CHAPTER 13 “CAR OWNER RESPONSIBILITY ASSIGNMENT”, SECTION 6-13-2 “PUBLIC NUISANCE” AND CHAPTER 14 “IMPOUNDMENT OF FLEEING VEHICLES”, SECTION 6-14-1 “AUTHORITY TO IMPOUND FLEEING VEHICLES”, OF THE CITY CODE OF THE CITY OF EAST MOLINE, ROCK ISLAND COUNTY, ILLINOIS.
A motion was made by Alderman Rico, seconded by Alderman Tapia, to waive the reading of Ordinance 18-18. Upon roll call the following voted in favor: Mulcahey, DeJaynes, Miller, Tapia, Rico, Sallows, and Almblade. Motion carried.
A motion was made by Alderman Miller, seconded by Alderman Almblade, to approve Ordinance 18- 18. Upon roll call the following voted in favor: Mulcahey, DeJaynes, Miller, Tapia, Rico, Sallows, and Almblade. Motion carried.
ORDINANCE 18-19: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF EAST MOLINE CREATING TITLE 2 “BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS”, CHAPTER 22 “ADMINISTRATIVE HEARINGS FOR PSEBA”, OF THE CITY CODE OF THE CITY OF EAST MOLINE, ROCK ISLAND COUNTY, ILLINOIS.
A motion was made by Alderman Almblade, seconded by Alderman Miller, to waive the reading of Ordinance 18-19. Upon roll call the following voted in favor: Mulcahey, DeJaynes, Miller, Tapia, Rico, Sallows, and Almblade. Motion carried.
A motion was made by Alderman Miller, seconded by Alderman Sallows, to approve Ordinance 18-19. Upon roll call the following voted in favor: Mulcahey, DeJaynes, Miller, Tapia, Rico, Sallows, and Almblade. Motion carried.
ORDINANCE 18-20: AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCES WHICH ESTABLISHED AN ENTERPRISE ZONE ENCOMPASSING CONTIGUOUS PORTIONS OF THE CITY OF EAST MOLINE, ILLINOIS, CITY OF MOLINE, ILLINOIS, CITY OF ROCK ISLAND, ILLINOIS, CITY OF SILVIS, ILLINOIS, VILLAGE OF MILAN, ILLINOIS, AND ROCK ISLAND COUNTY, ILLINOIS (AND ALL AMENDATORY ORDINANCES THERETO).
A motion was made by Alderman Almblade, seconded by Alderman Miller, to waive the reading of Ordinance 18-20. Upon roll call the following voted in favor: Mulcahey, DeJaynes, Miller, Tapia, Rico, Sallows, and Almblade. Motion carried.
A motion was made by Alderman DeJaynes, seconded by Alderman Miller, to approve Ordinance 18- 20. Upon roll call the following voted in favor: Mulcahey, DeJaynes, Miller, Tapia, Rico, Sallows, and Almblade. Motion carried.
ORDINANCE 18-21: AN ORDINANCE ENACTING A POLICY STATEMENT EXPRESSING A COMMITMENT TO ENCOURAGE THE DEVELOPMENT OF BUSINESS ENTITIES AND THE HIRING OF INDIVIDUALS DEFINED AS MINORITIES, WOMEN AND PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES WITHIN THE QUAD CITIES ENTERPRISE ZONE.
DISCUSSION:
Alderman Almblade asked if this was a requirement. Mr. Gridler stated that this is part of the Enterprise Zone process requirements. Mr. Gridler noted that this is guidance material, for the City to meet the requirements of the Ordinance.
Alderman Sallows commented that the City would be eligible to receive federal funding and could seek other types of funding when those requirements are met. There could possibly be additional benefits for having met all these requirements.
Mayor Freeman stated State and Federal Funding Not City.
A motion was made by Alderman Rico, seconded by Alderman DeJaynes, to waive the reading of Ordinance 18-21. Upon roll call the following voted in favor: Mulcahey, DeJaynes, Miller, Tapia, Rico, Sallows, and Almblade. Motion carried.
A motion was made by Alderman Sallows, seconded by Alderman DeJaynes, to approve Ordinance 18- 21. Upon roll call the following voted in favor: Mulcahey, DeJaynes, Miller, Tapia, Rico, Sallows, and Almblade. Motion carried.
RESOLUTION 18-65: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EAST MOLINE, ILLINOIS, APPROVING THE GRANT AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF EAST MOLINE AND FEMA FOR THE ASSISTANCE TO FIREFIGHTERS GRANT.
A motion was made by Alderman Almblade, seconded by Alderman Tapia, to approve Resolution 18-65. Upon roll call the following voted in favor: Mulcahey, DeJaynes, Miller, Tapia, Rico, Sallows, and Almblade. Motion carried.
RESOLUTION 18-66: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EAST MOLINE, ILLINOIS, AUTHORIZING APPROVAL OF THE PURCHASE OF A REPLACEMENT VEHICLE FROM REYNOLDS FORD, IN THE AMOUNT OF $30,368.68.
A motion was made by Alderman Almblade, seconded by Alderman Rico, to approve Resolution 18-66. Upon roll call the following voted in favor: Mulcahey, DeJaynes, Miller, Tapia, Rico, Sallows, and Almblade. Motion carried.
RESOLUTION 18-67: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EAST MOLINE, ILLINOIS, AUTHORIZING APPROVAL OF AFFIRMITAVE ACTION PLANS PART I AND II PER FEDERAL REQUIREMENTS.
A motion was made by Alderman Almblade, seconded by Alderman DeJaynes, to approve Resolution 18-67. Upon roll call the following voted in favor: Mulcahey, DeJaynes, Miller, Tapia, Rico, Sallows, and Almblade. Motion carried.
COMMITTEE-OF-THE-WHOLE (Alderman DeJaynes)
Alderman DeJaynes had no items for discussion. All items have been covered under the Consent Agenda, Resolution, or Ordinance.
CITY STAFF COMMUNICATION:
Each City Staff member present was given the opportunity to inform the City Council and those present of events in their departments:
John Reynolds, Chief EMPD – Chief Reynolds informed the City Council of the upcoming activities.
The Month of November is no shave month and all proceeds will go to charity.
The Benevolent will be distributing 30 baskets to needy families.
On December 11, 2018 the East Moline Police Department will be hosting a safety and security seminar for places of worship considering recent events.
Annaka Whiting, Finance Director – Ms. Whiting informed the City Council she has received an email from TBK Bank asking the City to remove the remaining funds that we have in access of $250,000. It is costing us money for keeping it there. It was a Council directive last November. Ms. Whiting stated that information will be discussed at the next City Council meeting on (December 3, 2018) to see what additional options are available to the City.
Mayor Freeman - stated that TBK Bank came to the City approximately 8 - 9 months ago asking the City to remove their money.
Darren Gridler, City Administrator – Mr. Gridler informed the City Council of the following
Mr. Gridler informed City Council that their email accounts will be sent out next month.
Mr. Gridler informed Council Member that when emails are sent to only send to people effected.
(Do not send to all.)
Annaka Whiting, Finance Director and myself will be discussing garbage rates next week. We will be bringing recommendations to the Council in December.
Alderman Sallows asked the garbage rates will it include Carbon Cliff? Mr. Gridler stated yes, we will have to include Carbon Cliff.
Mr. Kammler, Director of Engineering – Mr. Kammler informed the City Council that they continue working construction projects within the City.
Sewer lying program is underway with Herr Construction.
Water Main which we are doing design with MidAmerican Energy to relocate a gas main in Rail Road alley had a major water main break.
Corp of Engineers inspection this last week. Pending
Four active site developments going on in East Moline.
Made an offer for Storm Water and Construction Coordinator looking forward to that person starting right after the first of the year.
Rob DeFrance, EMFP – Chief DeFrance informed City Council that they completed the rescue training at the Tax Slayer Center last week. The Apparatus is out of service as of Friday, November 16, 2018 it is over in Davenport being repaired. We contacted other Cities which has similar trucks Moline, Silvis, and Arsenal.
Mr. Todd Stickler, Supervisor of Maintenance Services – Mr. Stickler informed City Council that the Corp of Engineers moved up inspection date.
Mayor Freeman thanked Mr. Stickler and Maintenance Services employees of the great job they did with the last snow fall.
Mr. Drake, WWWTP Facilities Director – Mr. Drake informed City Council that Odetta Frommelt will be retiring from the Sewer Plant on November 30, 2018 with 3 years of service.
ADJOURNMENT:
A motion was made by Alderman DeJaynes, seconded by Alderman Almblade, to adjourn the City Council meeting. Upon roll call the following voted in favor: Almblade, Mulcahey, DeJaynes, Miller, Tapia, and Rico. Motion carried. 6:50 p.m.
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