City of Moline Committee of the Whole/Council met Sept. 12.
Here are the minutes provided by the council:
Committee-of-the-Whole Call to Order
PRESENT: Mayor Sangeetha Rayapati (Chair)
Alderperson Debbie Murphy (Ward 1)
Alderperson Alvaro Macias (Ward 2)
Alderperson Jessica Finch (Ward 5)
Alderperson Pat O’Brien (Ward 6)
Alderperson Anna Castro (Ward 7)
Alderperson James Patrick Schmidt (Alderperson At-Large)
ABSENT: Alderperson Abdur Razzaque (Ward 3)
Alderperson Matt Timion (Ward 4)
STAFF: Barry Dykhuizen, Assistant City Administrator
Stephanie Murphy, City Clerk
Brandi Russell, Deputy City Clerk
Carol Barnes, Finance Director
David Dryer, Director of Engineering ~electronically
Darren Gault, Chief of Police
Eric Griffith, Parks & Recreation Director
Chris Mathias, Community and Economic Development Director ~ electronically
Jennifer Bizarri, Assistant Community and Economic Development Director
Bryon Lear, Library Director
Tony Loete, Director of Utilities ~electronically
Leah Miller, Human Resources Director
Steve Regenwether, Fire Chief
David Rowatt, Information Technology Manager
K.J. Whitley, Community Development Manager
Sean Foley, City Planner ~electronically
Drake Daley, Building Official
Brad Hauman, Neighborhood Improvement Officer
Amy Saunders, Legal Services Specialist
OTHERS: Margaret Kostopulos, Corporation Counsel
Grace Kinnecut, Dispatch/Argus
Jasmine Lee, Moline Resident
Lucie VanHecke, Project Administrator, QC MetroLINK Doug House, Consultant Owner, Stoke Solutions and Strategies Rev. Dwight Ford, Executive Director, Project NOW, Inc. Christopher Moore, Principal, Moline High School
Dr. Rachel Savage, Superintendent of Schools, Moline-Coal Valley School District Teresa Todd, Work Based Learning Intermediary, Black Hawk College Dominick Storelli, Account Manager, Motorola Solutions ~electronically Bernie Vaysenberg, Sr. Sales Executive, Private LTE/5G – NITRO ~electronically Stan Urban, National Sales Manager, Hera Property Registry, LLC ~electronically Kevin Belgrave, Sr. Project Mgr., Gewalt/Hamilton ~electronically
Mayor Rayapati called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. in Council Chambers.
Approval of Remote Electronic Attendance
Alderperson Finch, seconded by Alderperson Castro, moved to approve the remote electronic attendance of Alderperson Murphy. Motion passed on roll call with the following vote: ayes: Alderpersons Finch, O’Brien, Castro, Schmidt, and Macias; nays: none.
Oath of Office
Oath of office for appointment of Stephanie Murphy to City Clerk.
Board Appointments
Mayor's appointment of Avery Pearl to the Human Rights Commission for a full two-year term to expire August 31, 2025.
Presentation
5.1 2023 Moline Coal Valley School District and City of Moline Student Internship Program – Intern Recognition. Leah Miller, Director of Human Resources, shared work readiness and expanding the applicant pool for the City. Interns are exposed to various departments. There are various tiers and options for interns. Fifteen (15) interns were recognized and certificates were handed out.
5.2 Neighborhood Partnership Committee September 2023 Neighbor of the Month Awards: Maryellen & Cary Brown, Touch of Tuscany, 3625 27th Street - Commercial Award Jordan Danielsen, 1901 Glenwood Drive - Residential Award
Mayor Rayapati introduced the award recipients and thanked them for beautifying the community.
5.3 Avenue of the Cities Traffic Study. David Dryer, Director of Engineering, stated the traffic study was completed for the Avenue of the Cities (AOC) corridor between 16th Street and 53rd Street. Dryer introduced Kevin Belgrave of Gewalt Hamilton Associates, Inc. Belgrave summarized the details of the approach, methodology, and findings for the evaluation of AOC with regards to existing roadway capacities, potential road diets, also known as road re-configuration, on-street parking accommodations, potential access control changes, and considerations for pedestrian improvements. Belgrave’s presentation included the corridor overview and analysis for four different segments. The recommended improvements are included in the attached presentation. Alderperson O’Brien inquired about crash reports and whether the number, which is low, is typical for the volume of traffic. Belgrave shared that data was collected from 2019-2022 and the crashes incidents were rated as “low-to-medium”. O’Brien then inquired as to whether or not the traffic lights are set to trigger when a car approaches an intersection. Dryer stated there are intersections where the traffic detection has failed. Some intersections are antiquated and therefore traffic lights are not being as responsive as they should be. Mayor Rayapati thanked Dryer and all of the staff who were part of the traffic study and thanked Belgrave for his partnership.
Public Comment
Henry Weber, Moline Resident for 50 years, shared that the tennis courts have history and he hopes the City will put in new courts. He saw details for the project previously and would like to know the current priority of the tennis court project.
Bradley Dye mentioned the Riverside Legacy project needs to be finished. He noted that in 2025 there is a Midwest tournament and this tournament would have a large economic impact. In order for Moline to host the Midwest tournament, it would need to have 24 courts available. He is looking forward to the pool project, but wants the tennis courts to be addressed.
Randy Nelson, longtime resident of Moline, shared that the Riverside courts are in bad shape and need to be fixed properly.
Brandi Russell, Deputy City Clerk, read aloud a comment on behalf Jonathon Marler, owner of Keep Pushing Skate Shop located in downtown Moline. Marler would like to see the skate park completed in Moline.
Questions on the Agenda
Mayor Rayapati shared that the executive session minutes from August 22, 2023 were edited after they were posted to add Alderperson Matt Timion and Assistant City Administrator Barry Dykhuizen as attendees. She reminded all in attendance that Section 2.2212 of the Moline Code of Ordinances, Limitations on Speaking Upon Questions, states that “No member of the City Council shall speak more than twice on the same general question on the Council Agenda nor more than once on a previous question except by leave of the chair. No person in the gallery shall speak on a subject more than once except by leave of the chair. This shall not restrict or limit a member from making motions as outlined in this chapter”.
COW Agenda Items
8.1 A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a Professional Services Agreement with Hera Property Registry, LLC, to provide vacant and foreclosure property registration services in the City of Moline. Barry Dykhuizen, Assistant City Administrator, stated this software provides city a tool to track vacant properties. A motion was made by Alderperson Finch to approve. Seconded by Alderperson O’Brien. Alderperson Schmidt inquired about fee currently being charged. Amy Saunders, Legal Services Specialist, replied that currently, the initial fee is $150.00, and every six months it will go up by $100.00, so long as the property remains vacant. Alderperson Castro inquired whether it is just identifying single family homes or if it also includes commercial properties. Saunders confirmed that the Professional Services Agreement with Hera Property Registry, LLC does include commercial properties. Motion passed on roll call with the following vote: ayes: Alderpersons Finch, O’Brien, Castro, Schmidt, Murphy, and Macias; nays: none.
8.2 A Resolution declaring the property at 1316 26th Street and 1330 26th Street, Moline, as surplus; and authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to execute and attest to an Agreement for Sale of Real Estate and do all things necessary to convey the City-owned property at 1316 26th Street and 1330 26th Street, Moline, to Landeros & Sons Construction, Inc. Amy Saunders, Legal Services Specialist, stated the parcels at 1316 26th Street and 1330 26th Street were acquired by the City via a MUNICES judgment due to a number of property maintenance code violations which were previously cited by Brad Hauman, Neighborhood Improvement Officer. The 1330 parcel was formerly a church. It ceased to be a church as there were no attendees. Saunders stated the City could not locate any trustees or members of said church. The 1316 parcel was the parsonage to the church. The City is looking to declare this property as a surplus. There was a Request for Proposal (RFP) issued on July 11, 2023. The two RFPs received were opened on July 26, 2023. The submission most advantageous to the City is from Landeros & Sons Construction in the amount of $27,000.00. The buyer has agreed to purchase both properties for $27,000.00 and complete the repair and restoration of both buildings by February 28, 2026, with possible extension of three additional months, for a date of May 28, 2026. The next step is approval from the City Council to accept this proposal so the properties can be repaired and returned to the tax roll. A motion was made by Alderperson O’Brien to approve. Seconded by Alderperson Macias. The proposal is for both parcels to become single family residences. Alderperson Schmidt asked about 1330 parcel and when it would switch back to being on the property tax roll. Saunders stated the property would be on the property tax roll from the closing date forward. Therefore, the buyer is responsible for the taxes immediately upon the sale of the parcels. Motion passed on roll call with the following vote: ayes: Alderpersons Finch, O’Brien, Castro, Schmidt, Murphy, and Macias; nays: none.
8.3 A Resolution authorizing the acceptance of the Fiscal Year (FY) 2023 Port Security Grant Program award for the amount of $21,541 and acknowledging that the terms of the Agreement Articles, Obligating Document, FY 2023 Port Security Grant Program Notice of Funding Opportunity, and FEMA Preparedness Grants Manual are incorporated into the terms of the grant award received on behalf of the Department of Homeland Security, and authorizing the Police Business Analyst to digitally accept said award and its terms, and authorizing the Police Department staff to do all things necessary to administer said grant. Darren Gault, Chief of Police, shared that this is the second year the City has been awarded a grant from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). This year, the Police Department applied for $21,541.00 to purchase 12 headsets for the tactical team and two ballistic shields. A motion was made by Alderperson Schmidt to approve. Seconded by Alderperson Castro. Gault also reported that this item is also on the Non-Consent agenda tonight for approval due to grant deadlines. Motion passed on roll call with the following vote: ayes: Alderpersons Finch, O’Brien, Castro, Schmidt, Murphy, and Macias; nays: none.
8.4 A Resolution authorizing the Chief of Police to accept the Operation Underground Railroad (O.U.R.) Global Rescue and Recovery Support Mutual Agreement for the Receipt of Contributions Mutual Agreement Document (MAD), governing contributions from O.U.R. to the Moline Police Department for the acquisition of an Electronic Storage Detection (ESD) K-9 and authorizing the Chief of Police to submit the Electronic Storage Detection (ESD) K-9 Award Application to Jordan Detection K-9, setting forth the terms of participation in the not-for-profit grant program and acceptance of an ESD K-9. Darren Gault, Chief of Police, stated the Moline Police Department has maintained a task force for about 15 years with the Illinois Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) and the United States Secret Serve to investigate crimes against children and similar crimes where most of them involve digital evidence. Operation Underground Railroad has been financing and funding programs to add electronic storage detection K-9s since around 2014 when a dog trained to detect those devices was instrumental in a raid of Subway spokesperson Jared Fogle’s home where it located evidence. The Moline Police Department is looking to obtain a Labrador Retriever who can detect the chemical compound triphenylphosphine oxide (TPPO) which is the flame retardant chemical used in all electronic materials such as cell phones, USB drives, flash drives, and SIM cards that contain digital evidence in these types of cases. The total program is between $20,000.00 and $25,000.00. A motion was made by Alderperson Schmidt to approve. Seconded by Alderperson Castro. The aforementioned item is also on the Non Consent agenda for approval due to time constraints. Schmidt wondered if this would create a responsibility for the City of Moline to participate in more regional investigations. Gault said the City has complete control of the deployment of the K-9 if the City resources allow it. Motion passed on roll call with the following vote: ayes: Alderpersons Finch, O’Brien, Castro, Schmidt, Murphy, and Macias; nays: none.
8.5 A Resolution approving the special event application for the Moline High School Homecoming Parade scheduled for Friday October 13, 2023, that is sponsored by the Moline High School and closing certain streets more particularly described herein to vehicular traffic. Barry Dykhuizen, Assistant City Administrator, stated this event will require the temporary closure of 36th Street and the Avenue of the Cities between the hours of 1:30 p.m. and 3:00 p.m., including set-up and clean-up time. A motion was made by Alderperson O’Brien to approve. Seconded by Alderperson Finch. Motion passed on roll call with the following vote: ayes: Alderpersons Finch, O’Brien, Castro, Schmidt, Murphy, and Macias; nays: none.
8.6 A Resolution approving the special event application for the Walk to Emmaus event scheduled for Saturday, October 7, 2023, that is sponsored by the Diocese of Peoria and closing certain streets more particularly described herein to vehicular traffic. Barry Dykhuizen, Assistant City Administrator, stated this event will require the temporary partial closure and use of 17th Avenue, 10th Street, 12th Street, River Drive, and the I-74 Bridge Walk Path, from 8:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., including set-up and clean-up time. A motion was made by Alderperson Finch to approve. Seconded by Alderperson O’Brien. Motion passed on roll call with the following vote: ayes: Alderpersons Finch, O’Brien, Castro, Schmidt, Murphy, and Macias; nays: none.
8.7 A Resolution authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to execute and attest to a Memorandum of Understanding by and between Rock Island County Metropolitan Mass Transit District (MetroLINK) and the City of Moline, Illinois to facilitate the creation and operation of electric vehicle (“EV”) charging networks. Barry Dykhuizen, Assistant City Administrator, stated the City and MetroLINK intend to join in achieving a mutual objective in expanding the EV charging network through additional installations, all toward the furtherance of helping the City attract progressive business, new residents, safe fossil fuels, and achieve job growth. The MOU will provide the cornerstone and structure for any and all future contracts, including intergovernmental agreements, being consider by the City and MetroLINK. A motion was made by Alderperson Schmidt to approve. Seconded by Alderperson Finch. Alderperson Castro shared that her son works at MetroLINK and she has been advised by counsel that there is no conflict of interest because he is not benefitting and Castro is not benefitting. Doug House, Consultant Owner of Stoke Solutions and Strategies, stated that current partners include City of Rock Island, City of East Moline, and County of Rock Island. House stated this agreement has been approved by the City of Rock Island and the City of East Moline. MetroLINK received a grant from the State of Illinois for electric vehicle charging for $600,000.00 which is being put towards any future grants for this collective effort. Discussion was held. Lucie VanHecke, Project Administrator, QC MetroLINK, shared information about charger levels. VanHecke shared that the draw of adding these charging stations is that the City of Moline is near major interstates and people need to stop to charge their electric vehicles. Currently, the Illinois Quad Cities only has two locations with DC charging stations and they are both located at car dealerships. Having EV charging stations would draw people from outside the area to charge their car and visit local businesses. Fees were discussed; this will require upgrades to the electrical grid. Motion passed on roll call with the following vote: ayes: Alderpersons Finch, O’Brien, Castro, Schmidt, Murphy, and Macias; nays: none.
8.8 A Resolution approving a Grant Agreement with Project Now Affordable Housing, LLC, for the administration of the “Level Up” Program. Mayor Rayapati introduced the “Level Up” Program, noting that $200,000 from the cannabis tax revenue would be put towards building a stable foundation for particular parts of our community for residents. This is an economic opportunity program for residents that meet certain requirements. Mayor shared the background of how this program came to fruition. Project Now would administer the program. Rev. Dwight Ford, Executive Director with Project NOW, Inc. spoke about the mission of the program, which is eliminating the conditions of poverty. Reverend Ford shared various success stories with City Council. Alderperson Macias said this is a great investment in helping individuals in the community, and that it also benefits all sectors of business. Alderperson Finch is happy to see cannabis funds allocated to this program. Discussion held on how Project Now will manage the applicant process. Alderperson Schmidt shared support for the program, but inquired about the limitations on education institutions listed. A motion was made by Alderperson Macias to approve. Seconded by Alderperson Schmidt. Alderperson Schmidt made a motion to amend Exhibit A, “Scope of Services, How to Qualify”. Seconded by Alderperson Macias. The proposed amendments are underlined and bolded below:
Level A (year-long grants): Single parent or two-parent families where a parent is enrolled in an educational program such as Black Hawk College, WIU- QC, Unity Point or University of Illinois Nursing Programs, or in a local apprenticeship in a trade organization¸ or other credentialing program. A parent is defined as any legal guardian who claims the child(ren) as a dependent on tax returns. Parameters of qualification extend to parents of children 18 years of age and younger.
The amendment passed on roll call with the following vote: ayes: Alderpersons Finch, O’Brien, Castro, Schmidt, Murphy, and Macias; nays: none. The motion as amended passed on roll call with the following vote: ayes: Alderpersons Finch, O’Brien, Castro, Schmidt, Murphy, and Macias; nays: none.
8.9 An Ordinance amending Chapter 35, “ZONING AND LAND DEVELOPMENT,” of the Moline Code of Ordinances, ARTICLE 1, “GENERAL PROVISIONS AND ADMINISTRATION,” DIVISION 2, “WORD USAGE, ABBREVIATIONS AND DEFINITIONS,” Section 35-1203, “Definitions;” ARTICLE III, “ZONING,” DIVISION 4, “LAND USE REGULATIONS,” Section 35-3401, “REGULATION OF ALLOWED USES,” Table 35-3401.1, “PERMITTED LAND USES;” Section 35-3408, “PRINCIPAL COMMERCIAL LAND USES;” Section 35-3414, “ACCESSORY COMMERCIAL LAND USES,” regarding zoning text amendments concerning food trucks or motorized food vendors. Barry Dykhuizen, Assistant City Administrator, reviewed the amendments proposed. The Plan Commission voted unanimously in approval. Chris Mathias, Director of Community and Economic Development, shared a special use permit would have to be applied for. It will be reviewed by the Plan Commission. A motion was made by Alderperson Finch to approve. Seconded by Alderperson Macias. Alderperson O’Brien asked about the proliferation of food trucks recently, and expressed concern about empty storefronts. Mathias shared that while it is important to fill vacant storefronts, there are currently no limits to the amount of food trucks allowed in the City. This ordinance is a response to a trend in the food industry. Motion passed on roll call with the following vote: ayes: Alderpersons Finch, O’Brien, Castro, Schmidt, Murphy, and Macias; nays: none.
Informational
9.1 Motorola Nitro Private LTE
Darren Gault, Chief of Police, shared that there is detailed information available to City Council in their agenda packet regarding Private LTE. Gault noted that the Motorola Nitro Private LTE supports the City’s Action Plan objectives listed within the 2022-2024 Action Plan Dashboard. Those objectives are 1.1, Technology Enhancement and 1.4, Physical Safety. Gault gave a high-level overview of the project, stating that this is not meant to replace buried fiber; instead, it will supplement and connect areas without fiber. The benefits are City-wide. There was discussion on expansion of the project. The proposed phases are: Phase 1 (the pilot) with 1 tower, and Phase 2 (City-wide). Bernie Vaysenberg, Sr. Sales Executive, Private LTE/5G – NITRO, echoed Gault’s overview and said they are excited about the project. Gault says the City has applied for a grant to fund this project, possibly making it cost-neutral.
9.2 Tennis and Futsal Courts at Riverside Park
Eric Griffith, Parks & Recreation Director, introduced the proposed improvements for the Riverside Tennis and Futsal Courts. Griffith shared the various options and costs to improve the tennis courts, ranging from resurfacing at $170,000 to new concrete courts at $1,380,754.95. Griffith also shared information on mini pitch soccer courts. A third option would be creating a multi-course use. Griffith shared his opinion that the asphalt or concrete replacements would be the best options. However, they are also the most expensive options. Griffith stated resurfacing would be a good, less expensive option that would add five more years to the life of the current tennis courts.
9.3 Skate Park Project
Eric Griffith, Parks & Recreation Director, shared the design development report from Newline Skateparks. Griffith outlined existing conditions, concept design development, and the final concept design. The community was engaged throughout the design development process, and the participation rate was high. The main goal is for the skatepark to serve all ages. Public art will also be integrated in the final concept design, including “skateable art”. Skate parks and general programming located under bridges are increasing in popularity around the United States. Mayor Rayapati inquired about the breakdown of maintenance and upkeep costs to the City and asked Griffith to supply those. Alderperson Macias inquired about future events that could be held at the proposed skate park. Griffith shared that the City is in a good position to bring events like this to the area. Alderperson Schmidt supports the project, but wonders how financially feasible it will be with all competing projects.
9.4 September Status & Information Report
Barry Dykhuizen, Assistant City Administrator, introduced the monthly status and information report and there were no questions by council.
Adjournment of the Committee-of-the-Whole and Council Call to Order
Pledge of Allegiance
Invocation
None.
Roll Call
Roll call was taken with Mayor Rayapati, Alderpersons Murphy, Macias, Finch, O’Brien, Castro, and Schmidt present. Absent: Alderpersons Razzaque, Timion.
Consent Agenda
Approval of Minutes
Committee-of-the-Whole, Council, and Executive Session meeting minutes of August 22, 2023, and appointments made at Committee-of-the-Whole on September 12, 2023.
Resolutions
15.1 1166-2023 A Resolution amending the annual meetings schedule for 2023 to reflect the new meeting date and time of the Public Art Commission, to be set as the third Monday of each month at 3:30 p.m., effective October 16, 2023, and authorizing City staff to do all things necessary to notify the media of the amended 2023 annual meetings schedule.
15.2 1167-2023 A Resolution amending Budget Resolution #3050-2022 by authorizing changes to various line items in the FY 2023 Budget and authorizing the Finance Director to do all things necessary to complete said changes.
15.3 1168-2023 A Resolution authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to Addendum No. 3 to Amended Lease Agreement Authorizing Installation of Monument Sign on Premises with Pretasky Roach Properties, LLC, a North Carolina Limited Liability Corporation authorized to do business in Illinois.
15.4 1169-2023 A Resolution authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to execute and attest to a contract with Five Cities Construction Company for Project #1424, Storm Water Project 19th Avenue, East of 34th Street, for the amount of $341,002.95.
15.5 1170-2023 A Resolution authorizing the Department of Engineering Staff to apply to the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) for the 2023 Safe Routes to School (SRTS) grant for the amount of $250,000 to install permanent traffic control devices at seven (7) schools in the City of Moline and authorizing the Mayor, City Clerk, and City staff to do all things necessary to prepare and submit said grant application.
15.6 1171-2023 A Resolution approving the special event application for the Dia de los Muertos Parade scheduled for Saturday, October 28, 2023, that is sponsored by Mercado on Fifth and closing certain streets more particularly described herein to vehicular traffic.
Omnibus Vote
Alderperson Schmidt, seconded by Alderperson Castro, moved to approve and adopt, by omnibus vote, these items. Motion carried on roll call with the following vote: ayes: Alderpersons Finch, O’Brien, Castro, Schmidt, Murphy, and Macias; nays: none.
Non-Consent Agenda
Second Reading Ordinances
17.1 3034-2023 An Ordinance amending Chapter 20, “MOTOR VEHICLES AND TRAFFIC,” of the Moline Code of Ordinances, Appendix 35, “ALTERED SPEED LIMITS,” by reducing the speed limit along 34th Street between 5th Avenue and 12th Avenue to 35 mph.
Adopted. Alderperson O’Brien, seconded by Alderperson Finch, moved to approve Council Bill 3034- 2023. Motion carried on roll call with the following vote: ayes: Alderpersons Finch, O’Brien, Castro, Schmidt, Murphy, and Macias; nays: none.
17.2 3035-2023 An Ordinance amending various sections of Chapter 4, “ALCOHOLIC LIQUOR,” of the Moline Code of Ordinances, to be more business friendly and to streamline the liquor licensing process.
Adopted. Alderperson Schmidt, seconded by Alderperson Macias, moved to approve Council Bill 3035- 2023. Motion carried on roll call with the following vote: ayes: Alderpersons Finch, O’Brien, Castro, Schmidt, Murphy, and Macias; nays: none.
Resolutions
18.1 1172-2023 A Resolution authorizing the Chief of Police to accept the Operation Underground Railroad (O.U.R.) Global Rescue and Recovery Support Mutual Agreement for the Receipt of Contributions Mutual Agreement Document (MAD), governing contributions from O.U.R. to the Moline Police Department for the acquisition of an Electronic Storage Detection (ESD) K-9 and authorizing the Chief of Police to submit the Electronic Storage Detection (ESD) K-9 Award Application to Jordan Detection K-9, setting forth the terms of participation in the not-for-profit grant program and acceptance of an ESD K-9.
Approved. Alderperson O’Brien seconded by Alderperson Finch, moved to approve Council Bill 1172- 2023. Motion carried on roll call with the following vote: ayes: Alderpersons Finch, O’Brien, Castro, Schmidt, Murphy and Macias; nays: none.
18.2 1173-2023 A Resolution authorizing the acceptance of the Fiscal Year (FY) 2023 Port Security Grant Program award for the amount of $21,541 and acknowledging that the terms of the Agreement Articles, Obligating Document, FY 2023 Port Security Grant Program Notice of Funding Opportunity, and FEMA Preparedness Grants Manual are incorporated into the terms of the grant award received on behalf of the Department of Homeland Security, and authorizing the Police Business Analyst to digitally accept said award and its terms, and authorizing the Police Department staff to do all things necessary to administer said grant.
Approved. Alderperson Finch, seconded by Alderperson O’Brien, moved to approve Council Bill 1173- 2023. Motion carried on roll call with the following vote: ayes: Alderpersons Finch, O’Brien, Castro, Schmidt, Murphy and Macias; nays: none.
Non-Consent Agenda
First Reading Ordinances
19.1 3036-2023 An Ordinance amending Chapter 22, “OFFENSES-MISCELLANEOUS,” ARTICLE 1, DIVISION 1, Section 22-1105, “TOBACCO PRODUCTS, TOBACCO ACCESSORIES, SMOKING HERBS AND ALTERNATIVE NICOTINE PRODUCTS,” of the City of Moline Code of Ordinances, regarding tobacco dealer’s licenses.
Advanced. Alderperson Finch, seconded by Alderperson O’Brien moved to advance Council Bill 3036- 2023 to second reading. Motion carried on roll call with the following vote: ayes: Alderpersons Finch, O’Brien, Castro, Schmidt, Murphy, and Macias; nays: none.
19.2 3037-2023 An Ordinance amending Chapter 35, “ZONING AND LAND DEVELOPMENT,” of the Moline Code of Ordinances, ARTICLE 1, “GENERAL PROVISIONS AND ADMINISTRATION,” DIVISION 2, “WORD USAGE, ABBREVIATIONS AND DEFINITIONS,” Section 35-1203, “Definitions;” ARTICLE III, “ZONING,” DIVISION 4, “LAND USE REGULATIONS,” Section 35-3408, “PRINCIPAL COMMERCIAL LAND USES;” and ARTICLE V, “SITE IMPROVEMENT AND PERFORMANCE STANDARDS,” DIVISION 1, “PARKING AND LOADING STANDARDS,” Section 35- 5100.3, “OFF-STREET PARKING AND TRAFFIC CIRCULATION STANDARDS, MINIMUM REQUIRED PARKING SPACES,” regarding zoning text amendments concerning Minimum Off-Street Parking and Traffic Circulation Standards for In-Vehicle Sales and Service Uses.
Advanced. Alderperson Schmidt, seconded by Alderperson Macias, moved to advance Council Bill 3037- 2023 to second reading. Alderperson Schmidt made a motion to amend the ordinance, Section 35- 3408(e)(1)(b), to remove the following portion of #3, “Drive-through facilities shall not be located in the front of the principal building”. Seconded by Alderperson Macias. The amendment passed on roll call with the following vote: ayes: Alderpersons Finch, O’Brien, Castro, Schmidt, Murphy and Macias; nays: none. Discussion had regarding bypass lanes. Alderperson Schmidt made a motion to add a condition to Section 35-3408(e)(1)(b) stating “For new construction, drive-through facilities shall provide a by-pass lane adjacent to the drive-through lanes, so vehicles may pass the drive-through lanes”. Motion to amend failed for lack of second. The motion to advance Council Bill 3037-2023 as amended to second reading passed on roll call with the following vote: ayes: Alderpersons Finch, O’Brien, Castro, Schmidt, Murphy and Macias; nays: none.
19.3 3038-2023 An Ordinance amending Chapter 8, “BUILDINGS AND OTHER CONSTRUCTION AND BUILDING SERVICES,” of the Moline Code of Ordinances, by repealing ARTICLE VII, “MISCELLANEOUS,” DIVISION 2, “RENTAL HOUSING INSPECTION PROGRAM,” in its entirety and enacting in lieu thereof one new ARTICLE VII, “MISCELLANEOUS,” DIVISION 2, “RENTAL HOUSING INSPECTION PROGRAM,” dealing with the same subject matter.
Advanced. Alderperson Finch, seconded by Alderperson Castro, moved to advance Council Bill 3038- 2023 to second reading. Motion carried on roll call with the following vote: ayes: Alderpersons Finch, O’Brien, Castro, Schmidt, Murphy, and Macias; nays: none.
Miscellaneous Business
Mayor Rayapati shared upcoming events where Alderperson Finch will be acting as mayor pro-tem kicking off some events the weekend of September 15, 2023, including the pickle ball tournament at Riverside and Taming of the Slough Adventure Triathlon. Mayor Rayapati noted she would be attending NamiWalks 2023. She participated in the QC Health initiative as a representative of the Bi-State Regional Commission. She shared an update to Legacy Corporation. Legacy is a company who was completing construction work in the City in June 2023 and residents in Moline were affected by sewage back-ups in their homes near the intersection of 47th Street and 28th Avenue. Mayor is working with staff to gather an informational plan to update residents. Mayor offered four thoughts regarding the sewage back-ups: 1) the contractor’s insurer has not yet made a determination on liability and wants metallurgic analysis. 2) the City has hired its own metallurgist to test alongside the contractor’s metallurgist. 3) the City immediately paid initial cleanup costs for affected residents. 4) the City has remained in close contact with the affected residents and has asked each to gather bids for reconstruction and other costs to expedite their claims once the contractor’s insurer makes a liability determination.
Alderperson Finch noted that Sunday, September 17, 2023 in the old Belgium Village at Stephen’s Park is the annual Belgian Fest.
Mayor Rayapati stated there is a Porch Party at the Butterworth Center on September 17, 2023 that is working in conjunction with the Belgian Fest.
Alderperson Schmidt shared through the process with the Legacy Corporation, he has begun to look closer at how the City evaluates which contractors to work. He wants the City to ensure it is evaluating the contractors being chosen. Schmidt noted he believes it becomes a resident problem if the City is not careful in making those decisions.
Public Comment
There was no additional public comment.
Executive Session:
Alderperson Macias, seconded by Alderperson Schmidt, moved for Executive Session, for the purpose of Collective Negotiating Matters-5 ILCS 120/2(C)(2) and Pending, Probable or Imminent Litigation-5 ILCS 120/2(C)(11). Motion carried on roll call with the following vote: ayes: Alderpersons Finch, O’Brien, Castro, Schmidt, Murphy, and Macias; nays: none.
City Council took a five minute recess.
City Council convened in Executive Session at 8:27 p.m.
Council reconvened in open session at 9:16 p.m.
Adjournment of City Council
Upon motion of Alderperson Macias, seconded by Alderperson Finch, the Council meeting adjourned at 9:17 p.m.
The next regularly scheduled City Council meeting is on September 19, 2023. View recorded meetings at http://www.moline.il.us/CivicMedia?CID=9
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