City of Moline Committee of the Whole met Dec. 3.
Here is the minutes provided by the Committee:
Present: Mayor Stephanie Acri (Chair)
Alderman Scott Williams (Ward 1)
Alderman David Parker, Jr. (Ward 2)
Alderman Mike Wendt (Ward 3)
Alderman Richard “Dick” Potter (Ward 4)
Alderman Sam Moyer (Ward 5)
Alderman Sonia Berg (Alderman At-Large)
Absent: Alderman Kevin Schoonmaker (Ward 6)
Alderman Mike Waldron (Ward 7)
Staff: J.D. Schulte, Interim City Administrator
Janine Hollembaek Parr, City Clerk
Rodd Schick, Interim Public Works Director
Alison Fleming, Human Resources Manager
Lori Wilson, Parks Recreation Director
Greg Johnson, Interim Parks Recreation Director
Don Goff, Information Technology Manager
Bryon Lear, Library Director
Darren Gault, Chief of Police
Jeff Snyder, Fire Chief
Scott Hinton, City Engineer
Carol Barnes, Finance Director
Jeff Anderson, City Planner
K.J. Whitley, Community Development Program Manager
Michael Corvelli, Police Officer
Garrett Tuttle, Police Officer
Sharmaine Harris-Howell, Police Officer
Chris Mathias, Property Management Coordinator
Brian Johnson, Police Captain
Others: Derke Price, Ancel Glink
Jamie Simone, Sam Schwartz Consulting, LLC
Alexandra Elias, Renew Moline
Police Personnel, friends and families
Mayor Acri called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. in Council Chambers.
Oaths of Office
Oaths of Office for regular commissioned appointments as Police Officer to Michael Corvelli and Garrett Tuttle, effective November 14, 2019 (hire date May 14, 2018).
Proclamation
A proclamation to join the “Mayors Challenge to End Veteran Homelessness in the Quad Cities.” Allison Hannah, Iowa City VA Community Resource and Referral Center, and Ashley Valez, Humility Homes and Services, accepted Mayor Acri’s proclamation. Moline Police Officer Sharmaine Harris-Howell explained what the City is doing to provide resources to homeless within the City and help them obtain a permanent residence.
Presentation
19th Street Bike Path (Scott Hinton, City Engineer; Jamie Simone, Sam Schwartz Consulting, LLC). City Engineer Scott Hinton explained that the City received a $2mm Illinois Transportation Enhancement Grant to install a bike path along the 19th Street corridor from Avenue of the Cities to the river near the new I-74 bridge landing. There will be a pedestrian bike amenity on the bridge. Although the corridor is pretty well defined, challenges exist between 7th Avenue and River Drive. Sam Schwartz Consulting, LLC, an engineering and planning firm focused on transportation, was engaged to conduct a study to determine the ideal location for the bike path and formulate solutions to such challenges. Jamie Simone of Sam Schwartz Consulting, LLC presented the results of the study. The study’s primary goal was to connect the River to River Trail with the new 1-74 Mississippi River Bridge. Objectives presented: 1) provide safe and comfortable pedestrian and bicycle facilities; 2) activate land along riverfront and downtown Moline; 3) improve walk/bike connections in downtown Moline and; 4) Reestablish 20th Street right-of-way (ROW). Alternatives were identified and scored. Pros and cons, as well as challenges were determined, and the options were narrowed to four. The 19th Street corridor is the recommended location for the new bike path. Additional details of the study, and alternatives for future development were also noted. Alderman Wendt, seconded by Alderman Potter, moved to approve the Bike Path Plan as presented. There was discussion. Hinton stated that narrowing 19th street and adding landscaping are part of the Plan, however are dependent on what Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) will allow. Staff will present the recommendation in Dixon next Tuesday, and if approved by IDOT and the Federal Highway Administration, Phase 1 of the Plan will be implemented. Simone indicated that key intersections deserve further study moving into Phase 1. IDOT regulation and private property lines will require further research and negotiation. Hinton stated that there are still some unknowns to be addressed before a project cost can be determined. Motion passed unanimously.
Questions on the Agenda
A scrivener’s error was corrected in the November 19, 2019, Committee-of-the-Whole Minutes.
Agenda Items
1. An Ordinance amending Chapter 20, “Motor Vehicles and Traffic,” of the Moline Code of Ordinances, Appendix 10 thereof, “Parking Prohibited at Any Time,” by repealing Forty-third Street, on the east side, from Fifth Avenue to Seventh Avenue, and replacing it with Forty-third Street, on the east and west sides, from Fifth Avenue to Seventh Avenue. Scott Hinton, City Engineer, stated that parking is currently prohibited on the east side of 43rd Street from 5th Avenue to 7th Avenue. The Traffic Committee received a request to prohibit parking on the west side of 43rd Street, from 5th Avenue to 7th Avenue. The vehicles currently parking on 43rd Street create line of sight issues for eastbound 5th Avenue traffic. Prohibiting parking on the west side will eliminate the line of sight issue. The Traffic Committee reviewed the request and recommends prohibiting parking on both the east and west sides of 43rd Street, from 5th Avenue to 7th Avenue. A motion was made by Alderman Parker to approve. Seconded by Alderman Berg. Motion passed unanimously.
2. An Ordinance amending Chapter 20, “Motor Vehicles and Traffic,” of the Moline Code of Ordinances, Appendix 10 thereof, “Parking Prohibited at Any Time,” by including Fifth Avenue, on the north side from Twenty-fourth Street east 25 feet; Fifth Avenue, on the south side from Twenty-fifth Street east 25 feet; and Sixth Avenue, on the north side, from Twenty-fifth Street east 25 feet. Scott Hinton, City Engineer, explained that the Traffic Committee received a request for “No Parking Here to Corner” signs at the following intersections: the northeast corner of 24th Street and 5th Avenue, and the southeast corner of 25th Street and 5th Avenue, however the northwest corner of 25th Street and 6th Avenue was mistakenly included in the explanation. This request was made due to safety concerns because of the line of sight issues at each of these intersections. Prohibiting parking will provide drivers with a better view of approaching traffic. The Traffic Committee reviewed the request and recommends prohibiting the parking. A motion was made by Alderman Potter to approve as presented. Seconded by Alderman Wendt. Motion passed unanimously.
3. An Ordinance amending Chapter 20, “Motor Vehicles and Traffic,” of the Moline Code of Ordinances, Appendix 10 thereof, “Parking Prohibited at Any Time,” by including Eighth Street, on the east side, 60 feet south of Eleventh Avenue for a distance of 46 feet. City Engineer Scott Hinton indicated that the Traffic Committee received a request to install “No Parking Between Signs” at the midblock pedestrian crossing across 8th Street, south of 11th Avenue, at the set of stairs from the east parking lot to the William Butterworth Center entrance. Patrons are having difficulty seeing oncoming traffic due to parked vehicles. Prohibiting parking will provide a safer means to cross 8th Street for the patrons of the William Butterworth Center. Traffic Committee reviewed the request and recommends prohibiting parking. A motion was made by Alderman Wendt to approve. Seconded by Alderman Berg. There was discussion. Motion passed unanimously.
4. A Resolution authorizing approval of Change Order #1 with Tri-City Electric Company of Iowa for Project #1314, River Drive and University Drive Traffic Signals, in the amount of $17,996.09. Scott Hinton, City Engineer, shared that in order to make the final payment to the contractor and close out the contract, a change order is needed in the amount of $17,996.09. This change order increases the original contract value of $101,429.58 by 17.7% to $119,425.67. The change order reflects actual quantities constructed and includes necessary items that were omitted from the bid documents. Additionally, the City purchased materials totaling $103,131.98, which brings the total project cost to $222,557.65. Hinton stated that FY2019 street repair expenditures are coming in approximately $30,000 to $40,000 under budget. A motion was made by Alderman Berg to approve. Seconded by Alderman Wendt. Motion passed unanimously.
5. A Resolution authorizing approval of Change Order #1 with Legacy Corporation of IL for Project #1315, 2019 Trenchless Water Main Project, in the amount of $8,206.46. City Engineer Scott Hinton explained that Project #1315, 2019 Trenchless Water Main Project, includes the replacement of water main at three dead end, red water locations: 8th Street, north of 32nd Avenue; 11th Street, south of 23rd Avenue; and 17th Avenue, west of 27th Street. In order to make the final payment to the contractor and close out the contract, a change order is needed in the amount of $8,206.46. This change order reflects actual quantities constructed and increases the original contract value of $287,002.00 by 2.9 percent to $295,208.46. The change order reflects final quantities constructed. A motion was made by Alderman Parker to approve. Seconded by Alderman Wendt. Motion passed unanimously.
6. A Resolution authorizing approval of Change Order #1 with Walter D. Laud Inc. for Project #1308, 27th Avenue Reconstruction East of 16th Street, in the amount of $81,802.22. Scott Hinton, City Engineer, stated that in order to make the final payment to the contractor and close out the contract, a change order is needed in the amount of $81,802.22. This change order increases the original contract value of $779,966.88 by 10.5 percent to $861,769.10. The change order reflects actual quantities constructed and includes an additional $46,382.35 for water main trench backfill omitted from the plans and $27,668.49 for additional costs related to changing from asphalt pavement to concrete. A motion was made by Alderman Wendt to approve. Seconded by Alderman Berg. Motion passed unanimously.
7. A Resolution authorizing approval of Change Order #1 with Needham Excavating Inc. for Project #1283, 11th Street Reconstruction, 19th–23rd Avenue, in the amount of $39,882.79. City Engineer Scott Hinton indicated that in order to make the final payment to the contractor and close out the contract, a change order is needed in the amount of $39,882.79. This change order increases the original contract value of $1,342,683.20 by 3.0 percent to $1,382,565.99. The change order reflects actual quantities constructed and includes additional costs for addressing soft subgrade, additional sidewalk, and unanticipated pavement patching costs on 19th Avenue. A motion was made by Alderman Wendt to approve. Seconded by Alderman Parker. Motion passed unanimously.
8. A Resolution authorizing the City Engineer to accept a quote from Mobotrex of Davenport, Iowa, in the amount of $13,506, for the purchase of custom traffic control equipment for the intersection of 12th Avenue and 12th Street, Moline. Scott Hinton, City Engineer, explained that the Traffic Committee received a request to review the current traffic control equipment at the intersection of 12th Avenue and 12th Street, Moline, and make recommendations to improve safety. The intersection is a three-way stop with southbound traffic having the right-of-way and not stopping. A review of accident history reports shows 19 accidents in the last three years related to oncoming vehicles not yielding to southbound traffic. City staff recommends installing advanced warning beacons on the signs advising that southbound traffic does not stop. The lights will be activated by southbound traffic rather than flashing continuously. Hinton distributed a quote just received from SA-SO of Arlington, Texas, for the custom traffic control equipment for $10,612.10. Budgeted 2020 Capital Improvement Funds are available for this purchase. Alderman Parker, seconded by Alderman Berg, moved to approve as presented using 2020 Capital Improvement Funds. There was discussion. Motion passed unanimously.
9. A Resolution authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to accept two Deeds of Dedication for Street Rightof-Way from grantors Jody L. Reynolds, 2503 44th Street, Moline, and Michael L. Tidwell, 2425 44th Street, Moline, to allow construction to proceed on Project #1322, 2019 Pavement Patching and Sidewalk Replacement Program. Chris Mathias, Property Management Coordinator, shared that two Deeds of Dedication for Street Right-of-Way are necessary to allow sidewalk to be installed along the 26th Avenue in-fill sites east of 41st Street. The deeds have been executed by grantors Jody L. Reynolds, 2503 44th Street, Moline, and Michael L. Tidwell, 2425 44th Street, Moline. A motion was made by Alderman Berg to approve. Seconded by Alderman Wendt. Motion passed unanimously.
10. A Resolution authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to accept a Deed of Dedication for Street Rightof-Way at 1901 7th Street, Moline, from Tom L. Slininger and Jacqueline L. Slininger, on behalf of grantor 40 Love, LLC. Property Management Coordinator Chris Mathias stated that a Deed of Dedication for Street Right-of-Way is necessary to allow public sidewalks to be installed adjacent to 1901 7th Street, Moline. The grantor is 40 Love, LLC. Owners Tom L. Slininger and Jacqueline L. Slininger have executed the deed. The sidewalks will be installed by the developer as part of a new coffee shop construction project. A motion was made by Alderman Berg to approve. Seconded by Alderman Williams. Motion passed unanimously.
11. A Resolution authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to accept one Permanent Utility Easement, more particularly described herein, to allow construction of a new gymnasium at Moline High School, 3600 Avenue of the Cities, Moline. Chris Mathias, Property Management Coordinator, indicated that a Permanent Utility Easement from Moline School District No. 40, at 3600 Avenue of the Cities, Moline, is necessary to allow the relocation of an existing water main as part of the construction of the new gymnasium at the high school. A motion was made by Alderman Berg to approve. Seconded by Alderman Wendt. There was discussion. Motion passed unanimously.
12. A Resolution authorizing the Human Resources Manager to execute a policy with UnitedHealthcareBP to provide reinsurance coverage for medical and prescription drug benefit claims for a one-year period commencing January 1, 2020. Alison Fleming, Human Resources Manager, explained that a request for proposals was published, and eight organizations were contacted by TrueNorth, the City’s health benefits consultant. UnitedHealthcare-BP provided a negotiated proposal to the City, which was the only proposal received. UnitedHealthcare-BP currently provides specific and aggregate reinsurance for the City’s medical and prescription drug benefit plans for active employees and their dependents, as well as retirees under age 65 and retirees’ dependents under age 65. Expected annual costs for specific and aggregate reinsurance total $473,390. However, that estimate would be decreased by an anticipated experience refund related to the specific reinsurance premium. For 2019, the experience refund is anticipated to be $46,915, bringing total estimated reinsurance expenses to $426,474. With the anticipated experience refund, the proposal reflects a 33.70 percent increase from 2019 rates. An experience refund of 15% is included in the 2020 contract. Funds received for the 2020 experience refund, if any, will be dispensed in 2021. A motion was made by Alderman Berg to approve. Seconded by Alderman Moyer. Motion passed unanimously.
13. A Resolution authorizing the Human Resources Manager to execute a policy with UnitedHealthcare to provide a fully insured prescription drug plan (Employer Group Waiver Plan – “EGWP”) for Medicareeligible retirees and retirees’ dependents for a one-year period commencing January 1, 2020. Human Resources Manager Alison Fleming shared that UnitedHealthcare currently provides a fully insured prescription drug plan (Employer Group Waiver Plan – “EGWP”) for Medicare-eligible retirees and retirees’ dependents. Expected annual premiums for the EGWP plan total $458,371. While this reflects a 4 percent increase to the Per Member monthly premium rate over 2019, the EGWP plan is still anticipated to save the Health Fund approximately $267,040 in 2020. A motion was made by Alderman Berg to approve. Seconded by Alderman Wendt. Motion passed unanimously.
14. An Ordinance approving the Marquis Harbor-West Business District Plan; and designating the Marquis Harbor-West Business District; and establishing the Marquis Harbor-West Business District within the City of Moline. Jeff Anderson, City Planner, stated that as part of the Lease Agreement for the proposed Captain’s Table Restaurant to be constructed at Marquis Harbor, the City has agreed to establish a Business District pursuant to the Illinois Business District Development and Redevelopment Business District Law. As an initial step in this process, the City is obliged to adopt the Business District Plan, which describes the proposed Business District, the proposed development project objectives, project costs, and how the Business District will assist with certain eligible project costs. The City conducted a public hearing on November 19, 2019. This ordinance will also designate and establish the Marquis Harbor-West Business District in relation to the adoption of said Business District Plan. A motion was made by Alderman Potter to approve. Seconded by Alderman Wendt. Motion passed unanimously.
15. An Ordinance establishing the certain business district taxes in the Marquis Harbor-West Business District; and imposing the certain business district taxes in the Marquis Harbor-West Business District. City Planner Jeff Anderson indicated that as part of the Lease Agreement for the proposed Captain’s Table Restaurant to be constructed at Marquis Harbor, the City has agreed to establish a Business District pursuant to the Illinois Business District Development and Redevelopment Business District Law. As an initial step in this process, the City is obliged to adopt the Business District Plan, which describes the proposed Business District, the proposed development project objectives, project costs, and how the Business District will assist with certain eligible project costs. As set forth in the Marquis Harbor-West Business District Plan, a 1.0 percent Business District Retailers’ Occupation Tax and a 1.0 percent Business District Service Occupation Tax are to be established and imposed to fund certain improvements within the Business District. A motion was made by Alderman Parker to approve. Seconded by Alderman Berg. There was discussion. Motion passed unanimously.
16. A Resolution authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to execute and attest to a Program Funding Agreement between the City of Moline and the Illinois Housing Development Authority for the City’s acceptance of $51,500 in grant funding, and to do all things necessary to execute all assurances and certifications to the Illinois Housing Development Authority for the Land Bank Capacity Program; and authorizing the Community Development Department to begin work upon execution of the Program Funding Agreement between the City of Moline and the Illinois Housing Development Authority for the Land Bank Capacity Program, and to do all things necessary to implement said program requirements. K.J. Whitley, Community Development Program Manager, explained that the City of Moline applied for a $50,000 Land Bank Capacity Program (LBCP) Round 2 Grant in September 2019. The City received funding approval in the amount of $51,500 from the Illinois Housing Development Authority (IHDA) on November 15, 2019. The City’s Community Development Department, along with a consultant, neighboring jurisdictions and non-profit agencies, will conduct a feasibility study regarding the possibility of creating a land bank. The LBCP seeks to provide the funds necessary for units of local government, or multiple units of local government via an intergovernmental agreement, to create and operate one or more land banks, including funds necessary to ensure that a revitalized affordable housing stock is created from some of the parcels acquired or held by the recipient of LBCP Funds. Land banks are effective tools in the elimination of blight and promotion of community revitalization. By acquiring, managing, and repurposing vacant and abandoned properties, land banks can help promote environmental improvements, housing redevelopment, economic investment, and reduce criminal activity. While research has shown that vacant and abandoned properties depress the values of neighboring properties, the removal or repurposing of these properties can foster many community benefits, such as an increased property tax base and improved quality of life for residents. Land banks help local governments to acquire, develop, maintain, dispose of, and otherwise repurpose vacant and abandoned properties. These activities allow communities to return properties to productive use. A motion was made by Alderman Wendt to approve. Seconded by Alderman Moyer. There was discussion. Motion passed with Alderman Berg abstaining citing her membership on the IHDA board.
17. An Ordinance amending Chapter 34, “Water and Sewers,” of the Moline Code of Ordinances, Section 34-2121, “Charges and Collections,” by enacting one new subsection (j) to allow for an exemption of charges for customers who are directly affected by red water. Tony Loete, Utilities General Manager, shared that City staff has been actively working to resolve the red water problem since it became a Council goal in 2015. At the October 22, 2019, Committee-of-the-Whole meeting, Council authorized a waiver of the use charge for water used by customers directly affected by the discoloration issue. Staff has developed an amendment to Section 34-2121 of the Code of Ordinances to allow for exemption of such charges for customers who are directly affected. This exemption would be in effect for all utility bills issued after January 1, 2020, and would remain in effect until such time as mains are replaced or the problem is solved by chemistry changes. In either event, the exemption would be removed beginning with the first utility bill issued after analysis indicates iron concentrations are reduced to appropriate levels. The attachment to this item is a redline version of the proposed ordinance amendment. A motion was made by Alderman Parker to approve. Seconded by Alderman Wendt. There was discussion. Motion passed unanimously.
18. A Resolution authorizing acceptance of the Bi-State Regional Commission Joint Purchasing Council’s 2020 Water Treatment Chemical vendors as tentatively awarded, pursuant to its bid process; and authorizing the Utilities General Manager to purchase treatment chemicals to be used by the Department of Public Works for the calendar year 2020, and to execute the necessary contract documents for purchase of said treatment chemicals in the quantities needed. Utilities General Manager Tony Loete stated that treatment chemicals used by the water and wastewater treatment plants are purchased through the Bi-State Regional Commission’s Joint Purchasing Program via a sealed bid process. City staff recommends awarding the annual contracts for chemicals to the lowest responsive and responsible bidders that meet specifications for each treatment chemical. Polymer and phosphate chemicals are an exception to this, however. Polymer and polyphosphates are specialized chemicals with proprietary formulas and are specifically permitted at each plant by the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency (IEPA) based on efficiency and performance testing. In the case of these two chemicals, staff recommends continued use of treatment chemicals from the current vendors, until such time as bench and plant scale testing determines that satisfactory performance can be obtained from alternate treatment chemicals procured at a lower cost and until any related operating permit changes have been authorized by the IEPA. A motion was made by Alderman Wendt to approve. Seconded by Alderman Berg. Motion passed unanimously.
19. An Ordinance levying and assessing taxes for the City of Moline, Illinois, for the tax levy year 2019, collectible 2020, and enacting an ordinance relating to the same subject matter. Carol Barnes, Finance Director, indicated that annually, the City of Moline levies a tax on all real property within the City. It is collectible the following year and utilized as a revenue source for the budget. The recommended 2019 Tax Levy is $15,903,100. No public hearing is required as the levy is less than 105 percent of the previous year. A motion was made by Alderman Wendt to approve. Seconded by Alderman Berg. Motion passed unanimously.
20. An Ordinance levying a special Ad Valorem Tax within the City of Moline, Illinois, Special Service Area #5 of the City of Moline, Illinois, for the tax levy year 2019, collectible 2020, and enacting an ordinance relating to the same subject matter. Finance Director Carol Barnes explained that on November 15, 2005, the City Council adopted Ordinance No. 4068-2005 to establish a Special Service Area. As provided by the Special Service Area Act, the services are to be provided through a levy of an annual property tax. For 2019, a levy of $117,475 is required to fund the 2020 budget. No public hearing is required as the levy is less than 105 percent of the previous year. A motion was made by Alderman Wendt to approve. Seconded by Alderman Berg. There was discussion. Motion passed unanimously.
21. An Ordinance levying a special Ad Valorem Tax within the City of Moline, Illinois, Special Service Area #6 of the City of Moline, Illinois, for the tax levy year 2019, collectible 2020, and enacting an ordinance relating to the same subject matter. Carol Barnes, Finance Director, shared that on July 15, 2008, the City Council adopted Ordinance No. 4034-2008 to establish Special Service Area #6. As provided by the Special Service Area Act, the services are to be provided through a levy of an annual property tax. For 2019, a levy of $269,255 is required to fund the 2020 budget. No public hearing is required as the levy is less than 105 percent of the previous year. A motion was made by Alderman Wendt to approve. Seconded by Alderman Berg. Motion passed unanimously.
22. An Ordinance making Appropriations for Corporate Purposes for the Fiscal Year beginning January 1, 2020, and ending December 31, 2020. Finance Director Carol Barnes stated that this is the annual Appropriation Ordinance, which is required to be passed by State Statute. This ordinance allows the City to expend funds during the fiscal year 2020. A motion was made by Alderman Wendt to approve. Seconded by Alderman Berg. Motion passed unanimously.
23. A Resolution setting the annual meetings schedule for 2020; and authorizing City staff to do all things necessary to notify the media of the 2020 annual meetings schedule. Janine Hollembaek Parr, City Clerk, indicated that Section 2-2201 of the Moline Code of Ordinances provides that an annual meetings schedule of proposed regular meetings of the City Council and its boards and commissions shall be prepared, and that any local media that has filed an annual request for such notice shall be provided a copy of the schedule. This resolution will set the meetings schedule for 2020 and authorize notification to the media by City staff. Hollembaek Parr distributed a revised schedule, labeled “B”, for consideration as well. A motion was made by Alderman Wendt to approve Schedule B. Seconded by Alderman Potter. There was discussion. Alderman Parker, seconded by Alderman Wendt, moved to amend and move the January 28, 2020, meeting to January 21, 2020. Motion passed unanimously. Alderman Wendt, seconded by Alderman Parker, moved to amend and add a meeting on November 10, 2020, as a regular meeting. Motion passed with Alderman Potter voting nay. Alderman Wendt moved to amend by changing the October 13, 2020, meeting to a work session and moving the October 27, 2020, meeting to October 20, 2020. The motion was withdrawn. Alderman Berg moved to amend and change the October 27, 2020, meeting to a work session. Motion was not considered for lack of second. Alderman Moyer, seconded by Alderman Parker, moved to amend and change the October 13, 2020, meeting to a work session. Motion passed unanimously. Alderman Wendt, seconded by Alderman Berg, moved to amend and move the November 7, 2020, work session to October 24, 2020. Motion passed unanimously. The amended motion passed unanimously.
24. Other. Corporation Counsel Derke Price explained that goats are a natural solution to poison ivy removal, and advised that the Butterworth Foundation has requested permission to hire/use goats temporarily to clean up the underbrush on its private property.
25. Other. Derke Price, Corporation Counsel, indicated that the City is engaging the economic development services of consultant Sally Heffernan through sole source procurement. Alderman Berg asked that Ms. Heffernan begin working with the City as soon as possible. Staff will follow-up with Ms. Heffernan to expedite her services.
Public Comment
There was no public comment.
The meeting adjourned at 7:48 p.m.
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