City of Rock Falls Mayor and City Council met Oct. 1.
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. October 1, 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 Palmer, Wangelin, Snow, Kuhlemier, Kleckler, Folsom and Sobottka. Alderman Jim Schuneman being absent. In addition Attorney Matt Cole and City Administrator Robbin Blackert were present.
A motion was made by Alderman Snow and second by Alderman Wangelin to approve the Rock Falls Township High School's Annual Homecoming Parade on Thursday, October 17, 2019. Chief Nelson stated that the High School had been in touch with the Police Department and the Parade Route will be the same as last year. Viva Voce Vote, motion carried.
A motion was made by Alderman Snow and second by Alderman Folsom to approve the Proclamation proclaiming October 6 - 12, 2019 as Fire Prevention Week in the City of Rock Falls. Vote 7 aye, motion carried.
Consent Agenda items 1 through 3 were read aloud by Deputy City Clerk Michelle Conklin.
1. Approval of the Minutes of the September 17, 2019 Regular Council Meeting
2. Approval of bills as presented
3. Resolution 2019-832 Authorizing Acceptance of Donation (Sculpture from Charles Yost)
A motion was made by Alderman Folsom and second by Alderman Wangelin to approve Consent Agenda items 1 through 3,
Vote 7 aye, motion carried.
A motion was made by Alderman Snow and second by Alderman Sobottka to approve First Reading of Ordinances:
1. Ordinance 2019-2444 - Establishing a Municipal Cannabis Retailers' Occupation Tax within the City Limits of Rock Falls
2. Ordinance 2019-2445 - Approving Contract and Authorizing the Purchase and Financing of Personal Property - 3 - 2020 Ford Police Interceptor Utility AWD Base
Viva Voce Vote, motion carried.
A motion was made by Alderman Kuhlemier and second by Alderman Sobottka to waive bidding for the replacement of the north secondary screwlift upper and lower bearings and accept the proposal from DPS Equipment Services Inc., P.O, Box 55 Caldonia, Illinois 61001 in the amount of $113,000.00
Vote 7 aye, motion carried.
A motion was made by Alderman Kuhlemier and second by Alderman Snow to approve the estimate from CEC, 215 West 14th Street, Rock Falls, Illinois 61071 for installation of additional lighting at Veterans Park in the amount of $11,950.00
Vote 6 aye, 1 nay (Kleckler), motion carried.
Mayor Wescott informed the City Council that he will not be able to attend the October 15, 2019 City Council Meeting so the City Council will need to nominate someone to be Mayor Pro-Tem.
A motion was made by Alderman Snow and second by Alderman Sobottka to enter into Executive Session for the purposes of:
1. Personnel - Section 2(c)(1) Employee hiring, firing, compensation, discipline and performance
Vote 7 aye, motion carried. (6:40 p.m.)
A motion was made by Alderman Sobottka and second by Alderman Wangelin to return to regular session.
Vote 7 aye, motion carried. (6:43 p.m.)
A motion was made by Alderman Sobottka and second by Alderman Wangelin to offer the position of Journeyman Lineman for the Electric Department to the individual discussed.
Vote 7 aye, motion carried.
A motion was made by Alderman Folsom and second by Alderman Sobottka to adjourn.
Viva Voce Vote, motion carried. (6:46 p.m.)
https://rockfalls61071.net/download/agendas_and_minutes/2019_agendas_and_minutes/2019_city_council/2019_city_council_minutes/10-01-2019-City-Council-Meeting-Minutes.pdf
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