City of Dixon City Council met June 20.
Here are the minutes provided by the council:
CALL TO ORDER
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Arellano at 5:30pm.
ROLL CALL
Councilman Venier, Bishop, Considine, Oros, and Mayor Arellano answered roll call.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE/INVOCATION
The Pledge of Allegiance was cited. Invocation was given by Reverend David Spaulding, First Presbyterian Church.
VISITOR/PUBLIC COMMENT
None
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Councilman Bishop moved that the minutes of the Regular Session Meeting of Monday, June 6, 2022; be accepted and placed on file. Seconded by Councilman Venier. Voting Yea: Councilman Venier, Bishop, Considine, Oros and Mayor Arellano. Voting Nay: None. Motion Carried
APPROVAL OF TOTAL LABOR AND OUTSIDE CLAIMS
Councilman Considine moved that the Total Labor and Outside Claims in the amount of $291,429.09 be approved and ordered paid. Seconded by Councilman Venier. Voting Yea: Councilman Venier, Bishop, Considine, Oros and Mayor Arellano. Voting Nay: None. Motion Carried
APPROVE YEAR-TO-DATE FINANCIALS
Councilman Considine moved that the year-to-date Financial Summary through May 2022 be accepted. Seconded by Councilman Venier. Voting Yea: Councilman Venier, Bishop, Considine, Oros and Mayor Arellano. Voting Nay: None. Motion Carried
DEPARTMENT REPORTS
None
CITY MANAGER REPORT
None
COUNCIL REPORTS
Mayor Arellano – reported regarding: Housing study; Petunia Festival; Library board meeting and thanked the public for speaking; will not be running for Mayor next year and recapped things that have been accomplished; City Clerk has received written documentation designating Mike Venier as Designated Signatory while Mayor is at Military Duty in July/August; pay attention for motorcycles, scooters, and bicycle riders.
Councilman Bishop – brought up the discussion regarding intergovernmental agreements IGA’s with designation of when needed, discussion ensued.
Councilman Considine – complemented the community and organizers for the past weekend’s Pride Fest great clean fun and respectful – 2400plus people in attendance.
Councilman Oros – spoke about the Lincoln Highway Golf Tournament, the oldest organized golf tournament, 100 years; reported her resignation from the Next Picture Show Board and will be an ex-officio member.
Councilman Venier – thanked Councilman Oros for her service to the Next Picture Show; echoed Councilman Considine’s sentiments for the Pride Festival- 40 vendors and 50 business sponsors, peaceful, acceptance, and understanding, with no issues of any kind. Petunia Festival performer Lyle Grobe (85 years old) who has performed the “Its Petunia Time in Dixon’ song in each of the festivals since 1968 will perform again on Sunday this year.
BOARDS & COMMISSION REPORTS
None
VISITORS/PUBLIC COMMENT
None
ORD# 3310 – AMENDING THE DIXON CITY CODE TITLE VIII, CHAPTER 3 (FIRE PREVENTION INSPECTION FEES)
Fire Chief Buskohl explained the request and discussion ensued. Councilman Venier moved to approve the ordinance amending the Dixon City Code Title VIII, Chapter 3 – Fire Prevention Inspection Fees. Seconded by Councilman Bishop. Voting Yea: Councilman Venier, Bishop, Considine, Oros and Mayor Arellano. Voting Nay: None. Motion Carried
ORD# 3311 – AMENDING THE DIXON CITY CODE TITLE VIII, CHAPTER 2 (FALSE ALARM FEES)
Fire Chief Buskohl explained the request and discussion ensued. Councilman Bishop moved to approve the ordinance amending the Dixon City Code Title VIII, Chapter 3 – False Alarm Fees. Seconded by Councilman Venier. Voting Yea: Councilman Venier, Bishop, Considine, Oros and Mayor Arellano. Voting Nay: None. Motion Carried
ORD# 3312 – AMENDING THE DIXON CITY CODE TITLE VIII, CHAPTER 5 (REIMBURSEMENT FOR SPECIALIZED RESCUE SERVICES)
Fire Chief Buskohl explained the request and discussion ensued. Councilman Oros moved to approve the ordinance amending the Dixon City Code Title VIII, Chapter 5 – Reimbursement for Specialized Rescue Services. Seconded by Councilman Considine. Voting Yea: Councilman Venier, Bishop, Considine, Oros and Mayor Arellano. Voting Nay: None. Motion Carried
ORD# 3313 – AMENDING THE DIXON CITY CODE TITLE V, CHAPTER 13, SECTION 5-13-6 (NUMBER OF LIQUOR LICENSES)
Councilman Considine moved to approve the ordinance amending the Dixon City Code Title V, Chapter 13, Section 5-13-6, number of liquor licenses with respect to the Class D license. Seconded by Councilman Venier. Mayor Arellano explained the request. Voting Yea: Councilman Venier, Bishop, Considine, Oros and Mayor Arellano. Voting Nay: None. Motion Carried
ORD # 3314 – AMENDING THE LIQUOR CODE IN CONNECTION WITH THE DIXON CITY MARKET PURSUANT TO THE REQUEST OF
DIXON CHAMBER OF COMMERCE AND MAIN STREET, INC.
Councilman Venier moved to approve the ordinance amending the liquor code in connection with the Dixon City Market pursuant to the request of Dixon Chamber of Commerce and Main Street, Inc. Seconded by Councilman Bishop. Discussion ensued. Voting Yea: Councilman Venier, Bishop, Considine, Oros and Mayor Arellano. Voting Nay: None. Motion Carried
RES# 3016-22 – RESOLUTION AMENDING 2022-2023 BUDGET – LIBRARY
Discussion ensued regarding the role of the City and Library. Councilman Bishop moved to approve the resolution amending FY22/23 Budget with respect to the Library. Seconded by Councilman Venier. Discussion ensued. Voting Yea: Councilman Venier, Bishop, Considine, Oros and Mayor Arellano. Voting Nay: None. Motion Carried
RES# 3017-22 – APPOINTMENT TO THE HISTORIC PRESERVATION BOARD
Mayor Arellano explained the request, and thanked John McLane for his years of service. Councilman Venier moved that Geoff Vanderlin be appointment to the Historic Preservation Commission for a term commencing June 20, 2022 and ending May 31, 2024, or until his respective successor is duly appointed and qualified. Seconded by Councilman Considine. Voting Yea: Councilman Venier, Bishop, Considine, Oros and Mayor Arellano. Voting Nay: None. Motion Carried
RES# 3018-22 – RE-APPOINTMENT TO THE ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS
Mayor Arellano explained the request, discussion ensued. Councilman Considine moved to re appoint Ted Hvarre to the City of Dixon Zoning Board of Appeals for a term ending June 30, 2027. Seconded by Councilman Venier. Voting Yea: Councilman Venier, Considine, Bishop, Oros and Mayor Arellano. Voting Nay: None. Motion Carried
APPROVAL TO PURCHASE AN ERB 400 BOAT WITH TRAILER FROM ZODIAC OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.
Fire Chief Buskohl explained the request and discussion ensued. Councilman Venier moved to approve the purchase of an ERB 400 Boat with Trailer from Zodiac of North America, Inc. for $25,333.73. Seconded by Councilman Bishop. Voting Yea: Councilman Venier, Bishop, Considine, Oros and Mayor Arellano. Voting Nay: None. Motion Carried
APPROVAL OF AN AGREEMENT WITH WILLETT HOFMANN AND ASSOCIATES LINCOLN/WOODLAWN WATERMAIN PROJECT
Water Manager Huyett explained the request and discussion ensued. Councilman Bishop moved to approve the agreement with Willett Hofmann and Associates for work related to the Lincoln/Woodlawn Watermain Project. Seconded by Councilman Oros. Voting Yea: Councilman Venier, Bishop, Considine, Oros and Mayor Arellano. Voting Nay: None. Motion Carried
APPROVAL TO EXTEND THE FY 2021-2022 BILLING RATES FOR ALL WATER AND WASTEWATER CUSTOMERS FOR THE MONTH OF JUNE
Public Works Director/Assistant City Manager Heckman explained the request and discussion ensued. Councilman Oros moved, notwithstanding the prior adoption of Ordinances No. 3308 and No. 3309, to extend the FY2021-22 billing rates for all Water and Wastewater customers for the month of June. Seconded by Councilman Considine. Discussion ensued. Voting Yea:
Councilman Venier, Bishop, Considine, Oros and Mayor Arellano. Voting Nay: None. Motion Carried
DISCUSSION
Discussion ensued regarding the Library incident, that the Library Director getting unnecessary criticism.
ADJOURMENT
Councilman Considine moved that the Regular Council Meeting of Monday, June 20, 2022 be adjourned to meet in Regular Session on Tuesday, July 5, 2022, at 5:30pm in the Council Chambers at City Hall. Seconded by Councilman Venier. Voting Yea: Councilman Venier, Bishop, Considine, Oros and Mayor Arellano. Voting Nay: None. Motion Carried
The meeting adjourned at 6:39pm.
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