City of Rock Falls City Council met May 21.
Here is the minutes provided by the council:
The regular meeting of the Mayor and City Council of Rock Falls, Illinois was called to order at 6:30 p.m. May 21, 2019 in the Council Chambers by Mayor William B. Wescott.
Deputy City Clerk Michelle Conklin called the roll following the pledge of allegiance. A quorum was present including Mayor William B. Wescott, Aldermen Wangelin, Snow, Kuhlemier, Schuneman, Kleckler, Folsom and Sobottka. In addition Attorney Matt Cole, Attorney Tim Zollinger and City Administrator Robbin Blackert were present.
Consent Agenda:
The consent agenda numbers 1 and 2 were read aloud by Deputy City Clerk Michelle Conklin.
1. Approval of the Minutes of the May 7, 2019 Regular Council Meeting 2. Approval of bills as presented.
A motion was made by Alderman Folsom and second by Alderman Sobottka to approve consent agenda items 1 and 2.
Vote 7 aye, motion carried.
Ordinance Second Reading and Adoption:
A motion was made by Alderman Schuneman and second by Alderman Sobottka to approve Ordinance 2019-2423 Amending Chapter 32, Articles II and III; relating to Changes in Utility Bills. Vote 7 aye, motion carried.
Alderman Reports/Committee Chairman Requests:
Alderman Wangelin thanked Mr, Reitzel for all of the help he received when he was first appointed to the City Council.
Alderman Kuhlemier stated that he was privileged to attend the 35th Annual IMEA/IMUA Conference.
A motion was made by Alderman Snow and second by Alderman Wangelin to approve Ordinance 2019-2424 Authorizing the Sale of Real Estate and Invitation to bid thereon - 200 1/2 E 4th Street, Rock Falls IL.
Vote 7 aye, motion carried.
A motion was made by Alderman Schuneman and second by Alderman Sobottka to approve the agreement for Wireless Monitoring Services with Metropolitan Industries Inc. 37 Forestwood Drive, Romeoville, IL 60446 in the amount of $45.00 per month.
Vote 7 aye, motion carried.
Alderman Schuneman thanked Sauk Valley Media for the editorial on the Solar Project, and informed the City Council that Megan will be on Paula Sands Live on May 23, 2019 at 3:00 p.m.
Mayor's Report:
A motion was made by Alderman Snow and second by Alderman Schuneman to approve Resolution 2019-824 Approving and Consenting to Refinancing of Rock Falls Holiday Inn located in the Downtown Redevelopment Project Area,
Alderman Kleckler asked Attorney Cole how this Resolution affects the City. Attorney Cole stated that the City's position does not change, the Hotel has to come to the City for any additional liens on the property. This Resolution will be beneficial to the Hotel and the City,
Alderman Kleckler noted that the address of the Hotel is listed as 310 East 2nd Street, Rock Falls in the Resolution instead of 301 East 2nd Street, Rock Falls.
Motion was amended to correct the address in Resolution 2019-824 to read 301 East 2nd Street, Rock Falls, Illinois 61071.
Vote 7 aye, motion carried.
Mayor Wescott read Alderman Daehle Reitzel's resignation from his Ward 1 Alderman seat.
Mayor Wescott stated that with the elections complete and the newly elected Aldermen seated, he will be sending out committee structure changes. He would like to hear from any Aldermen if they wish to be placed on certain committees.
Monday May 27, 2019 is Memorial Day, City Hall will be closed.
A motion was made by Alderman Folsom and second by Alderman Sobottka to adjourn.
Viva Voce Vote, motion carried (6:43 p.m.)
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