Anna Castro, 7th Ward Council Member | City of Moline
Anna Castro, 7th Ward Council Member | City of Moline
City of Moline Committee of the Whole/Council met July 9.
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) ~electronically
Alderperson Alvaro Macias (Ward 2)
Alderperson Abdur Razzaque (Ward 3)
Alderperson Matt Timion (Ward 4)
Alderperson Daniel McNeil (Ward 6)
Alderperson Anna Castro (Ward 7)
Alderperson James Patrick Schmidt (Alderperson At-Large)
ABSENT: Alderperson Jessica Finch (Ward 5)
STAFF: Bob Vitas, City Administrator
Barry Dykhuizen, Assistant City Administrator
Stephanie Murphy, City Clerk
Lori Ulloa, Assistant Director of Finance
David Dryer, Director of Engineering ~electronically
Eric Griffith, Director of Parks & Recreation
Chris Mathias, Director of Community & Economic Development
Bryon Lear, Director of Library Services ~electronically
Charly Brown, Assistant Director of Utilities
Denver Schmitt, Director of Public Works
Leah Madsen, Director of Human Resources
Darren Gault, Chief of Police
Steve Regenwether, Fire Chief
Travis Noyd, Deputy Fire Chief
David Rowatt, Information Technology Manager
K.J. Whitley, Community Development Manager ~electronically
OTHERS: David Silverman, Corporation Counsel
Joshua Shimkus, Dispatch/Argus
Michael Malatt, Baker Tilly ~electronically
Mayor Rayapati called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. in Council Chambers.
Approval of Remote Electronic Attendance
Alderperson McNeil, seconded by Alderperson Schmidt, moved to approve the remote electronic attendance of Alderperson Murphy due to personal illness. Motion passed on roll call with the following vote: ayes: Alderpersons Macias, Razzaque, Timion, McNeil, Castro, and Schmidt; nays: none.
Roll Call
Roll call was taken with Mayor Rayapati, Alderpersons Murphy, Macias, Razzaque, Timion, McNeil, Castro, and Schmidt present. Absent: Alderperson Finch.
Oath of Office
Oath of office for regular commissioned appointment of Chase Bollman to the rank of Firefighter/Paramedic, effective June 22, 2024.
Oath of office for regular commissioned appointment of Christopher Diaz to the rank of Police Officer, effective June 28, 2024.
Oath of office for regular commissioned appointment of Tyler Lewis-Bresnahan to the rank of Police Officer, effective June 28, 2024.
Oath of office for regular commissioned appointment of Rory Mannion to the rank of Police Officer, effective June 28, 2024.
Oath of office for regular commissioned appointment of Katherine Noyd to the rank of Police Officer, effective June 28, 2024.
Board Appointments
Mayor’s appointment of Thomas Schwarz to the Moline Park and Recreation Board for a full 5-year term to expire May 31, 2029.
Mayor’s appointment of Betsy Greenlee to the Moline Park and Recreation Board for a full 5-year term to expire May 31, 2029.
Presentation
6.1 Meritorious Achievement Award to Detective Michael Griffin and Detective Brett Kopf. Darren Gault, Chief of Police shared that May 5, 2024 was a difficult day in the Moline community. The surrounding 21 days after the senseless murders of two individuals touched every corner of the community. Behind the scenes was a team of detectives who worked alongside the lead detectives, Michael Griffin and Brett Kopf, in investigating the daunting task of solving the crime involving Zachary Meincke and Giovanni Flores. An arrest was made for the double homicide which is now awaiting trial. Chief Gault presented Detective Griffin and Detective Kopf with a Meritorious Achievement Award.
6.2 July 2024 Neighbor of the Month Awards - Commercial Award: New Hairstyle Academy (Miguel Rosas), 1628 15th Street Place & Residential Award: Eric & Jennifer Vendermeersch, 3005 14th Street. K.J. Whitley, Community Development Manager, presented a neighborhood improvement award to Miguel Rosas with New Hairstyle Academy and Eric and Jennifer Vendermeersch, residents of 3005 14th Street, Moline.
6.3 2023 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report. Lori Ulloa, Assistant Director of Finance, reminded Council that Carol Barnes, Director of Finance, presented the annual financial report findings at the June 11, 2024 Roundtable meeting. Ulloa introduced Michael E. Malatt, Baker Tilly US, LLP. Malatt thanked Barnes and Ulloa for their responsiveness and for preparing clean and accurate information. Council members were provided a hard copy of the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report. Malatt reviewed each of the reports within the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report. Bob Vitas, City Administrator, complimented Carol Barnes, Lori Ulloa, and their staff for their work in holding the City’s financial system together, ensuring the needs of all departments are met, and ending up with a clean financial report for 2023.
Proclamation
Eric Griffith, Director of Parks and Recreation, stated for nearly 40 years the City has celebrated Park and Recreation month in July. The month of July is dedicated to recognizing and celebrating more than 160,000 full-time parks and recreation professionals along with hundreds of thousands of part-time and seasonal employees and volunteers who help maintain the country’s local, state, and community parks.
Mayor Rayapati read the proclamation aloud and presented it to Griffith, declaring the month of July 2024 as "Park and Recreation Month".
Public Comment
There was no public comment.
Questions on the Agenda
Mayor Rayapati reported that the Council agenda is typically Consent Agenda Resolutions followed by Non-Consent Agenda Resolutions. However, on the Council agenda for July 9, 2024, the Non-Consent Agenda Resolutions will appear before the Consent Agenda Resolutions.
Agenda Items
10.1 A Resolution approving the quotation from APG-Neuros for the sole source repair and re installation of two high speed turbo blowers at the North Slope Wastewater Treatment Plant for the amount of $53,625.00 and authorizing the Director of Utilities to execute any necessary documents related to this work. Bob Vitas, City Administrator, shared that two blowers failed at the plant due to dust build up within the high speed turbo blowers. Charly Brown, Assistant Director of Utilities, explained the process of how the blowers work, remarking that they will be repaired. At this time, two of the four blowers are working. A motion was made by Alderperson Castro to approve. Seconded by Alderperson Razzaque. Motion carried on roll call with the following vote: ayes: Alderpersons Murphy, Macias, Razzaque, Timion, McNeil, Castro, and Schmidt; nays: none.
10.2 An Ordinance approving a Preliminary/Final Development Plan for a Planned Unit Development Site and Rezoning from “B-3” Community Business District to “B-3-PUD” for an approximately 11.85 acre tract of land commonly known as 4902-5000 Avenue of the Cities (PIN 17-02-300-008). Chris Mathias, Director of Community and Economic Development, reported that this item is a PUD re-zoning at the former K-Mart site. Mathias shared photographs of the site noting it is an almost a 12-acre site. A PUD rezoning is intended for a situation where the applicant needs zoning flexibility and the city requires a higher set of amenities to go along with that. Mathias shared the requests of the applicant. The Plan Commission recommends approval with a vote of 5-1. Staff is also recommending approval. A motion was made by Alderperson Timion to approve. Seconded by Alderperson Castro. Discussion held. Motion carried on roll call with the following vote: ayes: Alderpersons Murphy, Macias, Razzaque, Timion, McNeil, Castro, and Schmidt; nays: none.
10.3 An Ordinance approving the Termination of Collateral Assignment and an Amendment to Redevelopment Agreement By, Between, and Among, the City of Moline, 5 & 15 Moline Apartments, LLC, and Blackhawk Bank & Trust (Chase Bank Building). Bob Vitas, City Administrator, reported there has been a change in ownership of the Chase Bank Building on 5th Avenue. It is no longer the organization the City entered into a redevelopment agreement with several years ago. The property has changed hands between the original developer and Becovic Holdings. As part of the redevelopment agreement, they are entitled to the tax increments that will be generated by the increase in tax on the property during the remainder of the agreement. A motion was made by Alderperson Schmidt to approve. Seconded by Alderperson Razzaque. Motion carried on roll call with the following vote: ayes: Alderpersons Murphy, Macias, Razzaque, Timion, McNeil, Castro, and Schmidt; nays: none.
Informational
11.1 Rebuild Downtown & Main Streets Grant Funding Opportunity. Chris Mathias, Director of Community and Economic Development, shared information regarding a grant opportunity available through the State. Mathias shared an overview of the project ideas for this grant funding, stating that ultimately the grant is about revitalizing the commercial corridor. The grant application is due July 22, 2024. Mathias requested feedback from the Council. Discussion held.
11.2 July 2024 Status & Information Report. Bob Vitas, City Administrator, reported that in the 37- page Status and Information report, there are a number of highlights. Vitas praised the Community and Economic Development department for getting the Citizens Advisory Council on Urban Policy (CACUP) action plan submitted on time. Second, the Annual Financial Report (AFR) is complete. Vitas remarked it is a stellar report based on the financial performance of the City. Last, Vitas reported on the Moline Community Compass ID card program. The equipment and necessary materials have been delivered to the library. The goal is to have the Community ID program up and running by August so that the ID cards can be issued to the Moline community. Discussion held.
Adjournment of the Committee-of-the-Whole and Council Call to Order
Pledge of Allegiance
Invocation
There was no Invocation.
Roll Call
Roll call was taken with Mayor Rayapati, Alderpersons Murphy, Macias, Razzaque, Timion, McNeil, Castro, and Schmidt present. Absent: Alderperson Finch.
Non-Consent Agenda
Resolutions
16.1 1094-2024 A Resolution accepting the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report prepared by Baker Tilly US, LLP for the Fiscal Year of January 1, 2023, through December 31, 2023, for all municipal funds.
Approved. Alderperson Timion, seconded by Alderperson Castro, moved to approve Council Bill 1094- 2024. Motion carried on roll call with the following vote: ayes: Alderpersons Murphy, Macias, Razzaque, Timion, McNeil, Castro, and Schmidt; nays: none.
Consent Agenda
Approval of Minutes
Council meeting minutes of June 11, 2024, Committee-of-the-Whole, Council, and Executive Session meeting minutes of June 18, 2024, Committee-of-the-Whole and Council Special meeting minutes of June 27, 2024, and appointments made at Committee-of-the-Whole on July 9, 2024.
Resolutions
18.1 1095-2024 A Resolution approving the renaming of “East End Park” to “O’Brien Park” in memory of Pat and Cecilia O’Brien.
18.2 1096-2024 A Resolution authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to execute and attest to a Licensing Agreement with Finney’s of Moline, LLC dba River House Bar & Grill for use of public right-of-way for use of the Historic Block Courtyard for the outdoor service of alcoholic liquor and food in conjunction with “Chillin’ in the Courtyard,” on Saturday, August 10, 2024, and Saturday, September 14, 2024.
18.3 1097-2024 A Resolution authorizing the creation of the position of Facilities Manager, together with any required adjustments to the compensation and classification plan.
18.4 1098-2024 A Resolution authorizing the Chief of Police, on behalf of the City of Moline, to execute a Memorandum of Understanding between the Rock Island County Drug Court and the Moline Police Department, setting forth the roles and expectations for agency participation.
18.5 1099-2024 A Resolution authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to execute and attest to acceptance of a Traffic Signal Easement related to Project #1468, John Deere Seeding Pedestrian Crossing Traffic Signal Installation, 416 and 501 River Drive.
18.6 1100-2024 A Resolution approving the amended 2024 Capital Improvement Plan and the 2025- 2027 Capital Improvement Plan as presented during the Roundtable Discussion at the City Council Meeting held on June 11, 2024.
Omnibus Vote
Alderperson Schmidt, seconded by Alderperson Razzaque, moved to approve and adopt, by omnibus vote, these items. Motion carried on roll call with the following vote: ayes: Alderpersons Murphy, Macias, Razzaque, Timion, McNeil, Castro, and Schmidt; nays: none.
Miscellaneous Business
Mayor Rayapati shared there is a ribbon cutting July 10, 2024 at 11:00 a.m. for the new DuTrac Community Credit Union located at 3153 Avenue of the Cities. Mayor Rayapati reported that at the Project Management Team (PMT) meeting on July 9, 2024, there were reports from Moline Centre and Moline Community Development Corporation (MCDC). MCDC’s Handy at Home Series was well received. They are helping people to be resilient and self-reliant with support from a lot of great partners such as Jerry’s Market, Trinity Lutheran Church, and Blue Bench Workshop. Rayapati mentioned that it was nice to see that program series finalized and look at how they are going to move forward. That information will be presented in a future Status and Information Report so that those who are not on PMT can read more about that.
Alderperson Razzaque reported he had a ward meeting on June 19. Razzaque proclaimed it was a successful meeting and he received mail from residents concerning the ward meeting success. He thanked staff for their attendance at the ward meeting.
Alderperson Timion thanked the Moline Police Department for their work on July 4, 2024 in relation to the fireworks. Timion reported that overall he believes it was a very successful holiday and people were safe.
Public Comment
There was no additional public comment.
Executive Session:
Alderperson Macias, seconded by Alderperson Timion, moved for Executive Session, for the purpose of discussion of Appointment, Employment, Compensation, Discipline, Performance, or Dismissal of Specific Employees-5 ILCS 120/2(C)(1). Motion carried on roll call with the following vote: ayes: Alderpersons Murphy, Macias, Razzaque, Timion, McNeil, Castro, and Schmidt; nays: none.
City Council convened in Executive Session at 7:15 p.m.
Council reconvened in open session at 7:47 p.m.
Adjournment of City Council
Upon motion of Alderperson Castro, seconded by Alderperson Macias, the Council meeting adjourned at 7:47 p.m.
City of Moline Committee of the Whole/Council met July 9.
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) ~electronically
Alderperson Alvaro Macias (Ward 2)
Alderperson Abdur Razzaque (Ward 3)
Alderperson Matt Timion (Ward 4)
Alderperson Daniel McNeil (Ward 6)
Alderperson Anna Castro (Ward 7)
Alderperson James Patrick Schmidt (Alderperson At-Large)
ABSENT: Alderperson Jessica Finch (Ward 5)
STAFF: Bob Vitas, City Administrator
Barry Dykhuizen, Assistant City Administrator
Stephanie Murphy, City Clerk
Lori Ulloa, Assistant Director of Finance
David Dryer, Director of Engineering ~electronically
Eric Griffith, Director of Parks & Recreation
Chris Mathias, Director of Community & Economic Development
Bryon Lear, Director of Library Services ~electronically
Charly Brown, Assistant Director of Utilities
Denver Schmitt, Director of Public Works
Leah Madsen, Director of Human Resources
Darren Gault, Chief of Police
Steve Regenwether, Fire Chief
Travis Noyd, Deputy Fire Chief
David Rowatt, Information Technology Manager
K.J. Whitley, Community Development Manager ~electronically
OTHERS: David Silverman, Corporation Counsel
Joshua Shimkus, Dispatch/Argus
Michael Malatt, Baker Tilly ~electronically
Mayor Rayapati called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. in Council Chambers.
Approval of Remote Electronic Attendance
Alderperson McNeil, seconded by Alderperson Schmidt, moved to approve the remote electronic attendance of Alderperson Murphy due to personal illness. Motion passed on roll call with the following vote: ayes: Alderpersons Macias, Razzaque, Timion, McNeil, Castro, and Schmidt; nays: none.
Roll Call
Roll call was taken with Mayor Rayapati, Alderpersons Murphy, Macias, Razzaque, Timion, McNeil, Castro, and Schmidt present. Absent: Alderperson Finch.
Oath of Office
Oath of office for regular commissioned appointment of Chase Bollman to the rank of Firefighter/Paramedic, effective June 22, 2024.
Oath of office for regular commissioned appointment of Christopher Diaz to the rank of Police Officer, effective June 28, 2024.
Oath of office for regular commissioned appointment of Tyler Lewis-Bresnahan to the rank of Police Officer, effective June 28, 2024.
Oath of office for regular commissioned appointment of Rory Mannion to the rank of Police Officer, effective June 28, 2024.
Oath of office for regular commissioned appointment of Katherine Noyd to the rank of Police Officer, effective June 28, 2024.
Board Appointments
Mayor’s appointment of Thomas Schwarz to the Moline Park and Recreation Board for a full 5-year term to expire May 31, 2029.
Mayor’s appointment of Betsy Greenlee to the Moline Park and Recreation Board for a full 5-year term to expire May 31, 2029.
Presentation
6.1 Meritorious Achievement Award to Detective Michael Griffin and Detective Brett Kopf. Darren Gault, Chief of Police shared that May 5, 2024 was a difficult day in the Moline community. The surrounding 21 days after the senseless murders of two individuals touched every corner of the community. Behind the scenes was a team of detectives who worked alongside the lead detectives, Michael Griffin and Brett Kopf, in investigating the daunting task of solving the crime involving Zachary Meincke and Giovanni Flores. An arrest was made for the double homicide which is now awaiting trial. Chief Gault presented Detective Griffin and Detective Kopf with a Meritorious Achievement Award.
6.2 July 2024 Neighbor of the Month Awards - Commercial Award: New Hairstyle Academy (Miguel Rosas), 1628 15th Street Place & Residential Award: Eric & Jennifer Vendermeersch, 3005 14th Street. K.J. Whitley, Community Development Manager, presented a neighborhood improvement award to Miguel Rosas with New Hairstyle Academy and Eric and Jennifer Vendermeersch, residents of 3005 14th Street, Moline.
6.3 2023 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report. Lori Ulloa, Assistant Director of Finance, reminded Council that Carol Barnes, Director of Finance, presented the annual financial report findings at the June 11, 2024 Roundtable meeting. Ulloa introduced Michael E. Malatt, Baker Tilly US, LLP. Malatt thanked Barnes and Ulloa for their responsiveness and for preparing clean and accurate information. Council members were provided a hard copy of the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report. Malatt reviewed each of the reports within the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report. Bob Vitas, City Administrator, complimented Carol Barnes, Lori Ulloa, and their staff for their work in holding the City’s financial system together, ensuring the needs of all departments are met, and ending up with a clean financial report for 2023.
Proclamation
Eric Griffith, Director of Parks and Recreation, stated for nearly 40 years the City has celebrated Park and Recreation month in July. The month of July is dedicated to recognizing and celebrating more than 160,000 full-time parks and recreation professionals along with hundreds of thousands of part-time and seasonal employees and volunteers who help maintain the country’s local, state, and community parks.
Mayor Rayapati read the proclamation aloud and presented it to Griffith, declaring the month of July 2024 as "Park and Recreation Month".
Public Comment
There was no public comment.
Questions on the Agenda
Mayor Rayapati reported that the Council agenda is typically Consent Agenda Resolutions followed by Non-Consent Agenda Resolutions. However, on the Council agenda for July 9, 2024, the Non-Consent Agenda Resolutions will appear before the Consent Agenda Resolutions.
Agenda Items
10.1 A Resolution approving the quotation from APG-Neuros for the sole source repair and re installation of two high speed turbo blowers at the North Slope Wastewater Treatment Plant for the amount of $53,625.00 and authorizing the Director of Utilities to execute any necessary documents related to this work. Bob Vitas, City Administrator, shared that two blowers failed at the plant due to dust build up within the high speed turbo blowers. Charly Brown, Assistant Director of Utilities, explained the process of how the blowers work, remarking that they will be repaired. At this time, two of the four blowers are working. A motion was made by Alderperson Castro to approve. Seconded by Alderperson Razzaque. Motion carried on roll call with the following vote: ayes: Alderpersons Murphy, Macias, Razzaque, Timion, McNeil, Castro, and Schmidt; nays: none.
10.2 An Ordinance approving a Preliminary/Final Development Plan for a Planned Unit Development Site and Rezoning from “B-3” Community Business District to “B-3-PUD” for an approximately 11.85 acre tract of land commonly known as 4902-5000 Avenue of the Cities (PIN 17-02-300-008). Chris Mathias, Director of Community and Economic Development, reported that this item is a PUD re-zoning at the former K-Mart site. Mathias shared photographs of the site noting it is an almost a 12-acre site. A PUD rezoning is intended for a situation where the applicant needs zoning flexibility and the city requires a higher set of amenities to go along with that. Mathias shared the requests of the applicant. The Plan Commission recommends approval with a vote of 5-1. Staff is also recommending approval. A motion was made by Alderperson Timion to approve. Seconded by Alderperson Castro. Discussion held. Motion carried on roll call with the following vote: ayes: Alderpersons Murphy, Macias, Razzaque, Timion, McNeil, Castro, and Schmidt; nays: none.
10.3 An Ordinance approving the Termination of Collateral Assignment and an Amendment to Redevelopment Agreement By, Between, and Among, the City of Moline, 5 & 15 Moline Apartments, LLC, and Blackhawk Bank & Trust (Chase Bank Building). Bob Vitas, City Administrator, reported there has been a change in ownership of the Chase Bank Building on 5th Avenue. It is no longer the organization the City entered into a redevelopment agreement with several years ago. The property has changed hands between the original developer and Becovic Holdings. As part of the redevelopment agreement, they are entitled to the tax increments that will be generated by the increase in tax on the property during the remainder of the agreement. A motion was made by Alderperson Schmidt to approve. Seconded by Alderperson Razzaque. Motion carried on roll call with the following vote: ayes: Alderpersons Murphy, Macias, Razzaque, Timion, McNeil, Castro, and Schmidt; nays: none.
Informational
11.1 Rebuild Downtown & Main Streets Grant Funding Opportunity. Chris Mathias, Director of Community and Economic Development, shared information regarding a grant opportunity available through the State. Mathias shared an overview of the project ideas for this grant funding, stating that ultimately the grant is about revitalizing the commercial corridor. The grant application is due July 22, 2024. Mathias requested feedback from the Council. Discussion held.
11.2 July 2024 Status & Information Report. Bob Vitas, City Administrator, reported that in the 37- page Status and Information report, there are a number of highlights. Vitas praised the Community and Economic Development department for getting the Citizens Advisory Council on Urban Policy (CACUP) action plan submitted on time. Second, the Annual Financial Report (AFR) is complete. Vitas remarked it is a stellar report based on the financial performance of the City. Last, Vitas reported on the Moline Community Compass ID card program. The equipment and necessary materials have been delivered to the library. The goal is to have the Community ID program up and running by August so that the ID cards can be issued to the Moline community. Discussion held.
Adjournment of the Committee-of-the-Whole and Council Call to Order
Pledge of Allegiance
Invocation
There was no Invocation.
Roll Call
Roll call was taken with Mayor Rayapati, Alderpersons Murphy, Macias, Razzaque, Timion, McNeil, Castro, and Schmidt present. Absent: Alderperson Finch.
Non-Consent Agenda
Resolutions
16.1 1094-2024 A Resolution accepting the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report prepared by Baker Tilly US, LLP for the Fiscal Year of January 1, 2023, through December 31, 2023, for all municipal funds.
Approved. Alderperson Timion, seconded by Alderperson Castro, moved to approve Council Bill 1094- 2024. Motion carried on roll call with the following vote: ayes: Alderpersons Murphy, Macias, Razzaque, Timion, McNeil, Castro, and Schmidt; nays: none.
Consent Agenda
Approval of Minutes
Council meeting minutes of June 11, 2024, Committee-of-the-Whole, Council, and Executive Session meeting minutes of June 18, 2024, Committee-of-the-Whole and Council Special meeting minutes of June 27, 2024, and appointments made at Committee-of-the-Whole on July 9, 2024.
Resolutions
18.1 1095-2024 A Resolution approving the renaming of “East End Park” to “O’Brien Park” in memory of Pat and Cecilia O’Brien.
18.2 1096-2024 A Resolution authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to execute and attest to a Licensing Agreement with Finney’s of Moline, LLC dba River House Bar & Grill for use of public right-of-way for use of the Historic Block Courtyard for the outdoor service of alcoholic liquor and food in conjunction with “Chillin’ in the Courtyard,” on Saturday, August 10, 2024, and Saturday, September 14, 2024.
18.3 1097-2024 A Resolution authorizing the creation of the position of Facilities Manager, together with any required adjustments to the compensation and classification plan.
18.4 1098-2024 A Resolution authorizing the Chief of Police, on behalf of the City of Moline, to execute a Memorandum of Understanding between the Rock Island County Drug Court and the Moline Police Department, setting forth the roles and expectations for agency participation.
18.5 1099-2024 A Resolution authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to execute and attest to acceptance of a Traffic Signal Easement related to Project #1468, John Deere Seeding Pedestrian Crossing Traffic Signal Installation, 416 and 501 River Drive.
18.6 1100-2024 A Resolution approving the amended 2024 Capital Improvement Plan and the 2025- 2027 Capital Improvement Plan as presented during the Roundtable Discussion at the City Council Meeting held on June 11, 2024.
Omnibus Vote
Alderperson Schmidt, seconded by Alderperson Razzaque, moved to approve and adopt, by omnibus vote, these items. Motion carried on roll call with the following vote: ayes: Alderpersons Murphy, Macias, Razzaque, Timion, McNeil, Castro, and Schmidt; nays: none.
Miscellaneous Business
Mayor Rayapati shared there is a ribbon cutting July 10, 2024 at 11:00 a.m. for the new DuTrac Community Credit Union located at 3153 Avenue of the Cities. Mayor Rayapati reported that at the Project Management Team (PMT) meeting on July 9, 2024, there were reports from Moline Centre and Moline Community Development Corporation (MCDC). MCDC’s Handy at Home Series was well received. They are helping people to be resilient and self-reliant with support from a lot of great partners such as Jerry’s Market, Trinity Lutheran Church, and Blue Bench Workshop. Rayapati mentioned that it was nice to see that program series finalized and look at how they are going to move forward. That information will be presented in a future Status and Information Report so that those who are not on PMT can read more about that.
Alderperson Razzaque reported he had a ward meeting on June 19. Razzaque proclaimed it was a successful meeting and he received mail from residents concerning the ward meeting success. He thanked staff for their attendance at the ward meeting.
Alderperson Timion thanked the Moline Police Department for their work on July 4, 2024 in relation to the fireworks. Timion reported that overall he believes it was a very successful holiday and people were safe.
Public Comment
There was no additional public comment.
Executive Session:
Alderperson Macias, seconded by Alderperson Timion, moved for Executive Session, for the purpose of discussion of Appointment, Employment, Compensation, Discipline, Performance, or Dismissal of Specific Employees-5 ILCS 120/2(C)(1). Motion carried on roll call with the following vote: ayes: Alderpersons Murphy, Macias, Razzaque, Timion, McNeil, Castro, and Schmidt; nays: none.
City Council convened in Executive Session at 7:15 p.m.
Council reconvened in open session at 7:47 p.m.
Adjournment of City Council
Upon motion of Alderperson Castro, seconded by Alderperson Macias, the Council meeting adjourned at 7:47 p.m.
The next regularly scheduled City Council meeting is on July 23, 2024. View recorded meetings at http://www.moline.il.us/remotecouncil
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