Mark Moran, City Administrator | City of Galena
Mark Moran, City Administrator | City of Galena
City of Galena City Council met Feb. 10.
Here are the minutes provided by the council:
25C-0036 – CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Renner called the regular meeting to order at 6:30 p.m. in the Board Chambers at 101 Green Street on 02 February 2024.
25C-0037 – ROLL CALL
Upon roll call, the following members were present: Behlke, Kieffer, Tegtmeyer, Westemeier, Wienen, Renner
Absent: Johnson
25C-0038 – ESTABLISHMENT OF QUORUM
Mayor Renner announced a quorum of board members present to conduct City business.
25C-0039 – PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The Pledge was recited.
25C-0040 - REPORTS OF STANDING COMMITTEES
Comprehensive Plan – Hillary Dickerson gave an update on the Comprehensive Plan. Community engagement sessions were held in October. Information from these sessions is available on the comprehensive plan website under the “documents” section.
The existing conditions memo has been compiled using the feedback and data collected. Staff have reviewed it, and there are a few map changes pending before it is published on the website.
The next step is the vision, goals and future land use memo, which is being finalized by Houseal Lavigne. Once completed City staff will review it, and it will be posted on the website.
The Planning Commission will reconvene in mid-February to discuss both memos. This will be an open meeting, properly noticed, and held in accordance with standard planning procedures. Information will be shared on the comprehensive plan website.
The comprehensive plan is expected to be completed by fall 2025.
25C-0041 – CITIZENS COMMENTS
None.
CONSENT AGENDA CA25-3
25C-0042 – APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF JANUARY 27, 2025
25C-0043 – APPROVAL OF THE EIGHTH ANNUAL FALL HALF MARATHON ON THE GALENA RIVER TRAIL, OCTOBER 25, 2025
25C-0044 – APPROVAL OF BUDGET AMENDMENT BA24-12 FOR CLARK VS. CITY LITIGATION EXPENSES, DEWEY AVENUE BRIDGE REPAIRS, AND RECAPTURE AGREEMENT FOR WATER MAIN
25C-0045 – APPROVAL OF THE RE-APPOINTMENT OF CRAIG BROWN AS CHAIRPERSON OF THE HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION FOR A TERM ENDING FEBRUARY 28, 2027
25C-0046 – APPROVAL OF THE RE-APPOINTMENT OF CHUCK HORTON TO THE HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION FOR A TERM ENDING FEBRUARY 28, 2027
25C-0047 – APPROVAL OF THE RE-APPOINTMENT OF STEVE MONAHAN TO THE HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION FOR A TERM ENDING FEBRUARY 28, 2027
25C-0048 – APPROVAL OF THE RE-APPOINTMENT OF LARRY WIEDENHEFT TO THE HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION FOR A TERM ENDING FEBRUARY 28, 2027
25C-0049 – APPROVAL OF PUBLIC WATER SUPPLY LOAN 14-6109 REQUEST #12 IN THE AMOUNT OF $57,117.11, INCLUDING ORIGIN DESIGN INVOICES #81469 AND FIVE STAR PAY APPLICATION #10
25C-0050 – APPROVAL OF PUBLIC WATER SUPPLY LOAN 14-6109 CHANGE ORDER #6
25C-0051 – APPROVAL OF A REQUEST BY THE GALENA PUBLIC LIBRARY FOR A FESTIVAL PERMIT FOR THIRD ANNUAL PRIDE PICNIC IN GRANT PARK, JUNE 14, 2025, FROM NOON TO 5 P.M.
Motion: Wienen moved, seconded by Kieffer, to approve Consent Agenda CA25-3.
Discussion: Tegtmeyer expressed appreciation for keeping the registration fee for the half marathon low. She advised organizers of the event are seeking sponsors. Tegtmeyer noted and remaining funds after paying vendors will go towards supporting a family or organization in need. Tegtmeyer urged anyone interested in sponsoring a worthwhile cause to consider getting involved.
Tegtmeyer noted the budget amendment for the Clark vs. City litigation was for an additional $4,202.50, bringing the total litigation expenses to $181,374.51.
Roll Call: AYES: Kieffer, Tegtmeyer, Westemeier, Wienen, Behlke, Renner NAYS: None
ABSENT: Johnson
The motion carried.
NEW BUSINESS
25C-0052 – DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION ON A CONTRACT FOR THE INSTALLATION OF CONCRETE FOR THE NEW SHADE STRUCTURES AT THE POOL
| Company | Bid |
| Louie’s Trenching Service, Inc. | $28,360 |
| Oak Leaf Construction & Electrical | $23,500 |
Discussion: Council appreciated Hillary’s due diligence in researching the company.
Roll Call: AYES: Kieffer, Tegtmeyer, Westemeier, Wienen, Behlke, Renner
NAYS: None
ABSENT: Johnson
The motion carried.
25C-0053 – WARRANTS
Motion: Kieffer moved, seconded by Wienen, to approve the Warrants as presented, 25C-0053. Discussion: None.
Roll Call: AYES: Tegtmeyer, Westemeier, Wienen, Behlke, Kieffer, Renner
NAYS: None
ABSENT: Johnson
The motion carried.
25C-0054 – ALDERPERSONS’ COMMENTS
Snow – Westemeier reminded everyone to be prepared for the possibility of snow on Wednesday and Thursday, use caution when traveling.
U. S. Water Monthly Report – Tegtmeyer questioned when the monthly report from the last meeting would be given.
Lead Line Replacement Grant – Tegtmeyer noted there was a hold on the Illinois EPA grant intended for lead replacement due to issues at the federal level. She questioned how this uncertainty might affect the lead line replacement project and asked what the city’s Plan B is if the funding does not come through.
25C-0055 – CITY ADMINISTRATOR’S REPORT
No report.
25C-0056 – MAYOR’S REPORT
Mayor Renner thanked everyone for taking over the previous meeting. He mentioned Special Olympics will be coming to town tomorrow and urged everyone to get ready for the potential weather challenges.
24C-0057 - MOTION FOR EXECUTIVE SESSION
Motion: Wienen moved, seconded by Tegtmeyer, to recess to Executive Session to discuss the following:
∙ Section 2 (c) (1) – Employee Hiring, Firing, Compensation, Discipline and Performance
∙ Section 2 (c) (2) – Collective Negotiating Matters and Deliberations Concerning Salary Schedules
∙ Section 2 (c) (21) – Review of Executive Session Minutes.
Discussion: None.
Roll Call: AYES: Westemeier, Wienen, Behlke, Kieffer, Tegtmeyer, Renner
NAYS: None
ABSENT: Johnson
The motion carried.
The meeting recessed at 6:40 p.m.
The meeting was reconvened at 7:08 p.m.
25C-0058 – ADJOURNMENT
Motion: Wienen moved, seconded by Kieffer, to adjourn.
Discussion: None.
Roll Call: AYES: Kieffer, Tegtmeyer, Westemeier, Wienen, Behlke, Renner
NAYS: None
ABSENT: Johnson
The motion carried.
The meeting was adjourned at 7:09 p.m.
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