Craig Arnold - Alderman First Ward | City of Geneseo
Craig Arnold - Alderman First Ward | City of Geneseo
City of Geneseo Committee of the Whole met June 25.
Here are the minutes provided by the committee:
The Committee of the Whole of the City of Geneseo was called to order on Tuesday, June 25, 2024, at 6:00 PM, in the Council Chambers, with the following members present:
COUNCIL PRESENT: Council Bob James, Council Brett Barnhart, Mayor Sean Johnson, Council Martin Rothschild, Council Paula Simosky, and Alderman Kent Swanson
COUNCIL ABSENT: Council Craig Arnold, Council Keith Kennett, and Alderman James Roodhouse
STAFF PRESENT: City Administrator Brandon Maeglin, Attorney Derke Price, Director of IT Garrett Griswold, Director of Public Works Chad VandeWoestyne, Chief of Police Casey Disterhoft, Director of Electrical Operations Eric Rowold, Building Inspector Rick Mills, and City Clerk Paige Seibel
PUBLIC PRESENT:
1 INVOCATION
Led by Alderman Bob James
2 PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
3 ROLL CALL
Meeting began at 6:00 pm
4 PUBLIC COMMENT - AGENDA ITEMS
City Ordinance allows members of the Public to speak and give input up to 3 minutes during Public Comment, there can be no debate or action by the City Council at this time.
Nadine Palmgren suggested to council members that they consider adopting Tree USA as a solution to maintain Geneseo's aesthetic appeal and address the ongoing tree management issues, such as replanting and removal. She pointed out that Bettendorf, IA successfully utilizes this program, which involves a board and volunteers to develop a comprehensive Policy Plan. Nadine emphasized that implementing such a plan could enhance Geneseo's environmental profile and increase property values by beautifying neighborhoods with trees.
She recommended that the council postpone the decision on the Tree Replanting Incentive Program. During the ensuing discussion, it was noted that there is an enrollment period for the program and that previous attempts had been made in Geneseo to implement similar initiatives.
5 MAYOR'S COMMENTS
Mayor Johnson thanked the members of the Zoning Board of Appeals and the Plan Committee for their service, specifically mentioning Morgan Thurman and Rhonda Ludwig from the Plan Commission, and Derrick Seys and Gary Joyner from the Zoning Board of Appeals.
5.1. PROCLAMATION: NATIONAL COMMUNITY IS STRONGER THAN CANCER DAY - JUNE 28, 2024
Mayor Johnson read the proclamation, making June 28th, 2024, National Community is Strong than Cancer Day
6 CITY COUNCIL COMMENTS
None
7 CITY ADMINISTRATOR'S COMMENTS
Thrill on the Hill: 07/04/24
IML Conference: 09/19 - 09/21
City Administrator Maeglin reminded everyone of Thrill on the Hill on July 4th adding the rain date will be on July 5th. The Concert will be held on July 4th regardless, if it does rain the concert will be moved into Shelter 4.
8 ADMINISTRATION
8.1. CITY ENGINEER WATER INFRASTRUCTURE PROJECT UPDATE
REVIEW: NORTH STATE & NORTH STREET
E. NORTH BID OPENING - 07/08
N. STATE BID OPENING - 07/09
City Engineer Rains gave the update on E. North and N. State Bid opening.
Rains advised Well #33 materials are still three to five weeks out.
8.2. O-24-04: AMENDMENT TO CHAPTER 10 - ARTICLE 3 - ALCOHOLIC LIQUOR SALES
City Administrator Maeglin spoke to council about implementing a new rider license that can be added on a Class E liquor license. He advised the rider license is a supplemental option for convenient stores to carry liquor under new requirements per the amendment to Chapter 10 that is being proposed.
Brett Barnhart moved, seconded by Kent Swanson, Motion to recommend O-24- 04 to the City Council Meeting and to place on the consent agenda.
| RESULT: Carried
MOVER: Brett Barnhart SECONDER: Kent Swanson AYES: Bob James, Brett Barnhart, Martin Rothschild, Paula Simosky, and Kent Swanson ABSENT: Craig Arnold, Keith Kennett, and James Roodhouse |
Mayor Johnson suggested that pursuing the Tree USA program is a positive direction. However, he also believes that implementing an incentive program would benefit our residents as we explore the Tree USA program further.
A discussion took place between council members, City Staff, and Mayor Johnson.
Brett Barnhart moved, seconded by Martin Rothschild, Motion to direct staff to develop an associated application for the Tree Replanting Incentive Program and to bring back to City Council for final approval consideration.
| RESULT: Carried
MOVER: Brett Barnhart SECONDER: Martin Rothschild AYES: Bob James, Brett Barnhart, Martin Rothschild, Paula Simosky, and Kent Swanson ABSENT: Craig Arnold, Keith Kennett, and James Roodhouse |
City Administrator Maeglin spoke to council about the suggested appointments to Plan/Zoning board.
Brett Barnhart moved, seconded by Bob James, Motion to recommend approval of R-24-13 to the Special City Council Meeting.
| RESULT: Carried
MOVER: Brett Barnhart SECONDER: Bob James AYES: Bob James, Brett Barnhart, Martin Rothschild, Paula Simosky, and Kent Swanson ABSENT: Craig Arnold, Keith Kennett, and James Roodhouse |
City Administrator Maeglin advised the council of surplus property.
Kent Swanson moved, seconded by Bob James, Motion to recommend to City Council R-24-14 and to place on the consent agenda.
| RESULT: Carried
MOVER: Kent Swanson SECONDER: Bob James AYES: Bob James, Brett Barnhart, Martin Rothschild, Paula Simosky, and Kent Swanson ABSENT: Craig Arnold, Keith Kennett, and James Roodhouse |
Director of Electrical Operations Rowold addressed the council regarding the additional amount requested, which totals $63,500 on top of the budgeted $96,500.32 for the Electric Unit #2 Generator. Rowold advised there have been issued with one of the inner - cooler air blowers on the unit.
A Q&A took place
Bob James moved, seconded by Martin Rothschild, Motion to recommend to City Council approval of the additional expenditure of $63,500 in 2024 for the Unit #2 Project, and to place on the consent agenda.
| RESULT: Carried
MOVER: Bob James SECONDER: Martin Rothschild AYES: Bob James, Brett Barnhart, Martin Rothschild, Paula Simosky, and Kent Swanson ABSENT: Craig Arnold, Keith Kennett, and James Roodhouse |
9.1. PAYMENT OF THE BILLS
A Q&A took place between Simosky and IT Director Griswold.
Paula Simosky moved, seconded by Bob James, Motion to pay the bills as presented.
| RESULT: Carried
MOVER: Paula Simosky SECONDER: Bob James AYES: Bob James, Brett Barnhart, Martin Rothschild, Paula Simosky, and Kent Swanson ABSENT: Craig Arnold, Keith Kennett, and James Roodhouse |
City Ordinance allows members of the Public to speak and give input up to 3 minutes during Public Comment, there can be no debate or action by the City Council at this time.
Mayor Johnson proposed that the City consider organizing an event for residents to dispose of large batteries, and city staff will be looking into the matter.
11 ADJOURNMENT
11.1. MOVE TO CLOSE THE MEETING
Meeting adjourned at 6:33 pm
Martin Rothschild moved, seconded by Kent Swanson, Motion to Adjourn
| RESULT: Carried
MOVER: Martin Rothschild SECONDER: Kent Swanson AYES: Bob James, Brett Barnhart, Martin Rothschild, Paula Simosky, and Kent Swanson ABSENT: Craig Arnold, Keith Kennett, and James Roodhouse |
Alerts Sign-up