City of Rock Falls Council met March 3.
Here is the minutes as provided by the council:
The regular meeting of the Mayor and City Council of Rock Falls, Illinois was called to order by Mayor William B. Wescott at 6:30 p.m. March 7th, 2017 in the Council Chambers of Rock Falls.
City Clerk Eric Arduini called the roll following the pledge of allegiance. A quorum was present including Aldermen Logan, Snow, Kuhlemier, Schuneman, Kleckler, and Folsom. Alderman Reitzel was absent. In addition Attorney Tom Sanders and City Administrator Robbin Blackert were present,
Public Hearing
A Public hearing concerning the intent of the City Council of the City of Rock Falls, Whiteside County, Illinois, to sell not to exceed $13,000,000 General Obligation Bonds (Alternate Revenue Source) was held. The minutes of the Public Hearing are attached separately as 'Exhibit A'
Proclamation:
A proclamation was read aloud by Clerk Arduini. A motion was made by Alderman Snow, and second by Alderman Folsom to proclaim March 7th, 2017 as "Niles Ager Day" in the City of Rock Falls for his achievements in IHSA wrestling.
Consent Agenda:
The Consent agenda was read aloud by Clerk Arduini. A motion to approve the Consent agenda by Omnibus designation was made by Alderman Snow, and second by Alderman Schuneman,
1. Approve the Minutes of the February 21st, 2017 Regular Council Meeting
2. Approval of bills as presented
3. Approval of the agreement for Hearing Services with Tim Slavin ADR Services 620 Lincolnway Court, Morrison IL,
Vote 6 aye, motion carried
Information/Correspondence:
City Clerk Eric Arduini informed the Council that the Hennepin Canal / Trails Committee originally scheduled for March 9th has been moved to March 16th, 2017 at Noon,
Department Heads:
Electric - Dick Simon
A motion was made by Alderman Kuhlemier, and second by Alderman Logan to approve the directional boring quotes from Kirby Cable Service Inc. PO Box 37 Pecatonica, IL in the amount of $23,410.00.
Vote 6 aye, motion carried
Mr. Simon informed the Council that the IMEA Energy Efficiency Program is available to businesses who wish to upgrade items such as lighting, heat pumps, compressors, and motors. This program will offer up to $2000 per business. Typically $8000.00 goes to help businesses, and $8000.00 is used by the city to upgrade to LED lighting. Alderman Kleckler asked if the program to recycle refrigerators is still available for residents, and Mr. Simon Confirmed that it is.
Fire - Gary Cook
Mayor Wescott wished Fire Chief Gary Cook a Happy Birthday. Mr. Cook had no report for the Council,
Ward Reports:
Ward 2:
Alderman Kuhlemier wished congratulations to Geneva Dussler. She recently celebrated her 101st Birthday.
Mayor's Report:
Mayor Wescott mentioned that the Public Works / Public Property Committee had approved street dances along west 2nd Street on May 27th and June 17th. These dances will involve blocking off west 2nd street. The Mayor has met with Police Chief Nelson, and Commander Koett. The road will be blocked off from 2nd Avenue to 4th Avenue. A motion to approve the street dances was made by Alderman Snow, and second by Alderman Logan. Viva Voce Vote, motion carried
Mayor Wescott spoke about a recent trip to Washington DC for the APPA legislative rally. They were able to visit the offices of Tammy Duckworth, Cheri Bustos, and Dick Durbin. The group urged legislators to not pull the tax free municipal bonds. 77% of municipal projects utilize this funding Source, Rock Falls over the years has used municipal tax-free bonds for $26 million in projects, and $3.1 million has been saved by using these types of bonds. The alternatives to these bonds are direct pay and tax credits, and there are no programs to pick up the slack that would be left if these bonds are taken away. Other issues that were discussed with our legislators were pole attachments, and the higher costs of electricity for northern Illinois from the energy markets that began after Illinois energy deregulation.
Mayor Wescott has reviewed the minutes of the Public Works / Public Property Committee meeting as he was notable to attend the meeting. He would like to encourage all of the Aldermen review the minutes concerning the direction that the committee has taken for the Coming road work. Would the Council like to do away with the oil and slag program? The residents trusted the City with the increase in taxes to go for road and alley projects, and no alleys were discussed at the meeting.
Executive Session:
A motion to enter executive session for Collective Bargaining Section 2(c)(2) was made by Alderman Kuhlemier, and second by Alderman Logan.
Vote 6 aye, motion carried
City Council entered executive session at 7:02pm
City Council exited executive session at 7:14pm
A motion was made by Alderman Kuhlemier and second by Alderman Schuneman for the adoption of Ordinance 2017-2300 authorizing execution of collective bargaining agreement with firefighters.
Vote 6 aye, motion carried
With nothing else for the good of the Council a motion was made by Alderman Folsom and Second by Alderman Snow to adjourn the meeting at 7:16pm,
Viva Voce Vote, motion carried
Meeting is adjourned at 7:16pm
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