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Moline City Council met June 11

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Moline City Council met June 11.

Here is the agenda provided by the council:

Call to Order

Pledge of Allegiance

Invocation – Alderman Potter Roll Call

Consent Agenda

All items under the consent agenda will be enacted by one motion. There will be no separate discussions of these items unless a Council Member so requests, in which case, the item will be moved from the Consent Agenda and considered as the first item after the Omnibus Vote.

Approval of Minutes & Appointments Made

Committee-of-the-Whole and Council meeting minutes of June 4, 2019.

Second Reading Ordinances

1. Council Bill/General Ordinance 3016-2019

An Ordinance amending Chapter 5, “AMUSEMENTS,” of the Moline Code of Ordinances, Article I, “VIDEO GAMING,” by repealing said article in its entirety and enacting in lieu thereof one new Article I relating to the same subject matter; and Chapter 3, “ADVERTISING AND SIGNS,” of the Moline Code of Ordinances, Table 3-2105.1 of Section 3-2105, by adding video gaming exception provisions to the table’s footnotes for temporary signs (f) and banners (g)

Explanation: The City adopted Council Bill/General Ordinance No. 3051-2018 in December 2018 to establish restrictions for advertising by and for all establishments that possess a City of Moline Class K Video Gaming Establishment liquor license. The intent of the ordinance was to help counter the negative effects of gambling by limiting the advertising of such establishments and thereby lessen enticement to the establishments while still

allowing them the opportunity to continue their businesses. This proposed ordinance will further restrict the type of video gaming advertising/signage allowed and impose the restrictions to all Licensed Establishments, as defined in Chapter 5, that are eligible for video gaming; specifically, those that possess a valid City of Moline Class A, AA, B, D or K liquor license, and that meet the remaining requirements of Chapter 5, Article I. (The referenced liquor license classes are: A and AA – Restaurant, B – Tavern, D – Clubs/Fraternal or Veterans Organization, and K – Video Gaming Establishment.)

The video gaming advertising restrictions are as written in Sec. 5-1105 of the proposed redline ordinance attached; they include restrictions on off-premises advertising, temporary signs, freestanding banners, building banners and window signs. Additional changes to Article I have been made for clarification and consistency of definitions and terms, and exception provisions have been added to the footnotes of Table 3-2105.1 of the Advertising and Signs Code to correspond with the proposed changes to Article I.

Fiscal Impact: N/A

Public Notice/Recording: N/A

Resolutions

2. Council Bill/Resolution 1069-2019

A Resolution authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to execute an Intergovernmental Agreement between the City of Moline, Illinois, the City of Rock Island, Illinois, and the City of Davenport, Iowa, for the purpose of sharing the cost to develop a “2020 – 2025 Housing Needs Assessment.”

Explanation: The Cities of Moline, Rock Island, and Davenport, are entitlement cities receiving community development formula grant funds through the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). Pursuant to HUD requirements, each community is required to complete a “Housing Needs Assessment.” The Program Participants of Moline, Rock Island and Davenport wish to collaborate on a regional 2020 – 2025 Housing Needs Assessment. Additional documentation attached.

Fiscal Impact: $15,000 Public Notice/Recording: N/A

3. Council Bill/Resolution 1070-2019

A Resolution authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to execute a Memorandum of Understanding between the City of Moline and Moline Promenade Investors, LLC related to ongoing maintenance costs of the areas identified as Common Areas at the Element Hotel / Q Multi-Modal Station.

Explanation: A Plat of Condominium for the Element Hotel / Q Multi-Modal Station establishes Condo Unit #1 for the Moline Promenade Investors, LLC (MPI) privately-owned hotel space, Condo Unit #2 for the City of Moline’s publicly owned space, and Common Areas shared by both parties. The initial Plat of Condominium identifies that 93% of the non-Common Area interior building space is owned by Condo Unit #1 and 7% is owned by Condo Unit #2. This 93/7 ratio was used to split the cost of maintaining the Common Areas.

MPI and the City subsequently agreed to revise the Plat of Condominium to change the Port Cochere from Common Area to Condo Unit #1 and the City-owned elevator, stairwell, and HVAC equipment from Condo Unit #2 to Common Area. These changes revise the ownership percentages to 95% and 5%. Both parties agree that future Common Area maintenance costs will be split at this new 95/5 ratio. Further, maintenance of the public restrooms in Condo Unit #2 shall be performed by MPI and split 95/5. Additionally, MPI may enter into maintenance agreements for the City’s elevator and HVAC equipment and the cost of such agreements shall be split 95/5. Additional documentation attached.

Fiscal Impact: N/A Public Notice/Recording: N/A

4. Council Bill/Resolution 1071-2019

A Resolution authorizing approval of revisions to the Infrastructure Improvement Policy.

Explanation: City staff proposes to revise the Infrastructure Improvement Policy to add language addressing the need to monitor changes in asphalt and concrete pavement pricing and to accommodate the need to perform some work after normal work hours and at night. Additional documentation attached.

Fiscal Impact: N/A Public Notice/Recording: N/A

5. Council Bill/Resolution 1072-2019

A Resolution authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to execute an Amendment to the Master Traffic Signal Agreement with the Illinois Department of Transportation.

Explanation: The City of Moline and the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) previously entered into a traffic signal agreement which reimburses the City for costs to maintain certain traffic signals in Moline. This amendment revises the list of signals to reflect changes due to the John Deere Road and I-74 Bridge projects. Additional documentation attached.

Fiscal Impact: N/A

Public Notice/Recording: N/A

Omnibus Vote

Non - Consent Agenda

Resolutions

6. Council Bill/Resolution 1073-2019

A Resolution authorizing the budgeted purchase of twelve (12) fleet vehicles for the amount of $327,662.92.

1) Nine 2019 Ford F150 4x2 Super Cab Pickup Trucks - $200,997

Explanation: Fleet Services has budgeted to replace eight light duty pickup trucks and a sedan in the 2019 budget year. The units being replaced are 2001 – 2007 models that are used by City staff in Code Enforcement, Engineering, and Water Pollution Control, as they have reached the end of their reliable lives. Specifications were developed and a Request for Proposal (RFP) was published. The most responsive and responsible proposal was received by Sexton Ford of Moline, Illinois, for the amount of $200,997.00. Staff is also requesting that the current equipment to be disposed of by the Fleet Manager through the legal disposal process that is most advantageous to the City, whether sealed bid, auction, negotiation, or otherwise. Additional documentation attached.

Fiscal Impact: $216,000 is budgeted in Account #448-0867-437.07-03 Public Notice/Recording: N/A

2) 2019 Ford F350 Super Duty XL 4x2 Super Cab Truck - $30.312

Explanation: In 2017, Fleet budgeted to replace a half-ton pickup truck assigned to the Fire Department. That purchase was postponed due to utilization concerns. With the addition of Fire Department staff and operational changes, a replacement needs to be purchased. Some of the added duties of this unit will be towing the Mutual Aid Box Alarm System (MABAS) trailer and large Oquawka Rescue Boat. Specifications were developed by City staff and a Request for Proposal (RFP) was published. The most responsive and responsible proposal was received by Sexton Ford of Moline, Illinois, for the amount of $30,312.00. Staff is also requesting that the current equipment to be disposed of by the Fleet Manager through the legal disposal process that is most advantageous to the City, whether sealed bid, auction, negotiation, or otherwise. Additional documentation attached.

Fiscal Impact: $25,488.00 was budgeted in 2017 in Account #448-0867-437.07-03 and the balance is available in Fleet Reserves.

Public Notice/Recording: N/A

3) 2019 Ford F250 Super Duty XL 4x4 Pickup Truck - $26,863

Explanation: The current 2003 Ford pickup used by the Traffic Division has reached the end of its reliable life and was budgeted to be replaced in 2019. Specifications were developed by City staff and a Request for Proposal (RFP) was published. The most responsive and responsible proposal was received by Sexton Ford of Moline, Illinois, for the amount of $26,863 for a 2019 Ford F250 Super Duty XL 4x4 Pickup Truck. Operations require this unit to carry large traffic light control boxes and other items required to maintain the City’s traffic light system, so the truck will have a utility body and lift gate installed after delivery to the City. Staff is also requesting that the current equipment be disposed of by the Fleet Manager through the legal disposal process that is most advantageous to the City, whether sealed bid, auction, negotiation, or otherwise. Additional documentation attached.

Fiscal Impact: $35,000.00 is budgeted in Account #448-0867-437.07-03.

Public Notice/Recording: N/A

4) 2019 Ford F250 Super Duty XL 4x4 Super Cab Pickup Truck - $30,665

Explanation: In April of 2018, a 2015 Ford Police Interceptors was involved in an accident and sustained $25,000.00 in damages and was determined to be a total loss. An insurance settlement of $14,949.31 was received in August of 2018. During this time, the Police Department has been without this unit and it has been determined that it needs to be replaced with a pickup truck due to operational changes. The new unit will be required to tow a command center by trailer and haul larger evidence items. Specifications were developed by City staff and a Request for Proposal (RFP) was published. The most responsive and responsible proposal was submitted by Sexton Ford of Moline, Illinois, for the amount of $30,665.00 for a 2019 Ford F250 Super Duty XL 4x4 Super Cab Pickup Truck. Additional documentation attached.

Fiscal Impact: Funds are available in Fleet Reserves, Insurance settlement of $14,949.31, and vehicle replacement funds collected of $18,501.84.

Public Notice/Recording: N/A

First Reading Ordinances

7. Council Bill/General Ordinance 3017-2019

An Ordinance amending Chapter 17, “LICENSES AND BUSINESS REGULATIONS,” of the Moline Code of Ordinances, Sections 17-8116 and 17-8120, concerning false alarms, the grounds for suspension and/or revocation of an alarm system permit, and the appeal process, by repealing said sections in their entirety and enacting in lieu thereof new Sections 17-8116 and 17-8120 relating to the same subject matter.

Explanation: The City, pursuant to the Illinois Municipal Code and in the exercise of its home rule powers, has the power and authority to regulate the provision of alarm services within its boundaries. The City finds that response to false alarms by its police and fire personnel impacts their resources and may put residents at greater risk. The City Council therefore finds that it is in the best interests of the City and its residents to amend the Code of Ordinances to further deter false alarms. Sec. 17-8116 of the Code sets forth the grounds for suspension and/or revocation of an alarm system permit issued by the City, and Sec. 17-8120 concerns the appeal process. To simplify the permit application process, applicants may apply and pay the permit fee online on the City’s website. The attachment to this item is a redline ordinance amendment and supporting documentation. Additional documentation attached.

Fiscal impact: Revenue generated by fee increase for false alarm response 

Public Notice/Recording: N/A

Miscellaneous Business (if necessary) Public Comment

Members of the Public are permitted to speak after coming to the podium and stating their names.

Executive Session (if necessary)

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