City of Yorkville Library Board met April 11.
Here is the minutes provided by the Board:
Mayor Golinski called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. and led the Council in the Pledge of Allegiance.
City Clerk Warren called the roll.
Ward I Koch Present
Colosimo Present
Ward II Milschewski Present
Plocher Present
Ward III Frieders Present
Funkhouser Present
Ward IV Tarulis Present
Teeling Present
Also present: City Clerk Warren, City Attorney Orr, City Administrator Olson, Police Chief Hart, Deputy Chief of Police Klingel, Public Works Director Dhuse, Finance Director Fredrickson, EEI Engineer Sanderson, Community Development Director Barksdale-Noble, Director of Parks and Recreation Evans, Assistant City Administrator Willrett
Quorum:
A quorum was established.
Amendments to the Agenda:
None.
Presentations:
None.
Public Hearings:
None.
Citizen Comments on Agenda Items:
None.
Consent Agenda:
Resolution 2017-21 to Induce the Redevelopment of Certain Property within the US Route 34 and Illinois Route 47 Tax Increment Financing Redevelopment Project Area( Kendall Hospitality, LLC)— authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute( EDC 2017-26)
Mayor Golinski entertained a motion to approve the consent agenda as presented. So moved by Alderman Milschewski; seconded by Alderman Funkhouser.
Motion approved by a roll call vote. Ayes-7 Nay-0
Colosimo-aye, Milschewski-aye, Tarulis-aye, Frieders-aye, Funkhouser-aye, Koch-aye, Teeling-aye
Minutes for Approval:
1. Minutes of the Regular City Council—March 14, 2017 Mayor Golinski entertained a motion to approve the minutes of the regular City Council meeting of March 14, 2017 as presented. So moved by Alderman Tarulis; seconded by Alderman Milschewski.
Minutes approved unanimously by a viva voce vote.
Bii.Ls For Payment:
Mayor Golinski stated that the bills were$ 914,855.45.
Reports:
Mayor's Report:
Appointment of Ward H Alderman
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Mayor Golinski entertained a motion to approve the Mayor's appointment of Arden Joe Plocher as Alderman of Ward II to serve the remainder of Larry Kot's term of office. So move by Alderman Teeling; seconded by Alderman Frieders.
Motion approved by a roll call vote. Ayes-7 Nays-0
Teeling-aye, Koch-aye, Frieders-aye, Tarulis-aye, Colosimo-aye, Funkhouser-aye, Milschewski-aye
Mayor Golinski swore Arden Joe Plocher into the City Council.
Proclamation for Motorcycle Awareness Month-
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Mayor Golinski stated watch out for motorcycles. He stated if citizens would like to read the proclamation it is in the packet.
Resolution 2017-22 Approving an Amendment to Project Agreement# OS 13- 1864 with the Illinois Department of Natural Resources( Riverfront Park)-
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Mayor Golinski entertained a motion to approve a resolution approving an amendment to project agreement# OS 13- 1864 with the Illinois Department ofNatural resources( Riverfront Park) and authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute. So moved by Alderman Milschewski; seconded by Alderman Frieders
Motion approved by a roll call vote. Ayes-8 Nays-0
Plocher-aye, Frieders-aye, Tarulis-aye, Colosimo-aye, Funkhouser-aye, Milschewski-aye, Teeling-aye, Koch-aye
Downtown Sidewalk and Fencing Replacement RFP-
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Mayor Golinski entertained a motion to authorize staff to issue a request for proposals for downtown sidewalk and fencing replacement. So moved by Alderman Funkhouser; seconded by Alderman Milschewski.
Motion approved by a roll call vote. Ayes-8 Nays-0
Frieders-aye Tarulis-aye, Colosimo-aye, Funkhouser-aye, Milschewski-aye, Teeling-aye, Koch-aye, Plocher-aye
Purchase of 102 E. Van Emmon-
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a. Resolution 2017-23 Approving the Purchase of 102 E. Van Emmon
Mayor Golinski entertained a motion to approve a resolution approving the purchase of 102 E. Van Emmon and authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute. So moved by Alderman Tarulis; seconded by Alderman Colosimo.
Motion approved by a roll call vote. Ayes-7 Nays-0 Recused-1
Tarulis-aye, Colosimo-aye, Funkhouser-aye, Milschewski-aye, Teeling-aye, Koch-aye, Plocher-aye, Frieders-Recused
b. Ordinance 2017- 15 Approving the Seventh Amendment to the Annual Budget for the Fiscal Year Commencing on May 1, 2016 and Ending on April 30, 2017
Mayor Golinski entertained a motion to approve an ordinance approving the seventh amendment to the annual budget for the fiscal year commencing on May 1, 2016 and ending on April 30, 2017. So moved by Alderman Colosimo; seconded by Alderman Plocher.
Motion approved by a roll call vote. Ayes-8 Nays-0
Colosimo-aye, Funkhouser-aye, Milschewski-aye, Teeling-aye, Koch-aye, Plocher-aye, Frieders-aye, Tarulis-aye
Public Works Committee Report:
No Report.
Economic Development Committee Report:
Ordinance Adding Licensing Requirements and Regulation of Vacant Buildings-
(EDC 2017-20)
Alderman Koch made a motion to approve an ordinance adding licensing requirements and regulations of vacant buildings and authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute; seconded by Alderman Teeling.
Alderman Frieders made note of a software program to facilitate zone properties with interested parties. Alderman Colosimo is concerned about the burden this ordinance puts on the residents, the registration process, and the potential fees involved. He cannot support this ordinance as it stands right now.
Alderman Koch stated those on this committee presented this proposal for the purpose ofgetting feedback from the Council to take back to committee. Alderman Frieders recognizes some ofthe pitfalls to an ordinance ofthis nature but sees a tremendous benefit in obtaining the information described in this ordinance. Alderman Teeling supports a registry for vacant properties. Alderman Milschewski asked for clarification ofthe ordinance. Community Development Director Barksdale-Noble discussed the details and procedures for the proposed ordinance. There was continued discussion between Alderman Milschewski and Community Development Director Barksdale-Noble in regards to this ordinance. Alderman Colosimo pointed out that in all the communities in Illinois, this type of ordinance is an exception more than a rule and believes this to be an overreach of government oversight. Alderman Funkhouser agrees with Alderman Colosimo. He has concerns with the ordinance and believes this should go back to committee. Alderman Koch and Alderman Funkhouser discussed the fees. Alderman Funkhouser had a concern as to what happens to the data. Mayor Golinski and Community Director Barksdale-Noble discussed issues the City has had from not knowing that a property was vacant. Mayor Golinski, City Administrator Olson, and Community Director Barksdale-Noble discussed how banks know if a property is vacant.
Alderman Colosimo made a motion to table this ordinance and send it back to Economic Development Committee; seconded by Alderman Koch.
Motion approved by a roll call vote. Ayes-8 Nays-0
Milschewski-aye, Teeling-aye, Koch-aye, Plocher-aye, Frieders-aye, Tarulis-aye, Colosimo-aye, Funkhouser-aye
Public Safety Committee Report:
No Report.
Administration Committee Report:
No Report.
Park Board:
No Report.
Plan Commission:
No Report.
Zoning Board of Appeals:
No Report.
City Council Report:
No Report.
City Clerk' S Report:
No Report.
Community& Liaison Report:
Yorkville Resident Interview by WGN-
Alderman Milschewski stated that her son, Thomas Milschewski, has been creative with photos he has been given. He was interviewed by WGN and it will be aired on Tuesday April 18, 2017. Alderman Milschewski stated Thomas Milschewski's photos can be viewed on Yorkville's" Then and Now website".
Staff Report:
Real Estate Sale Contract-
City Administrator Olson stated there is a real estate sale contract for 102 East Van Emmon. There were three recommended changes by City Attorney Orr associates. City Attorney Orr discussed items referenced in the amendments of the contract.
Department of Revenue-
City Administrator Olson discussed issues involving the Department of Revenue from change in the City's treasurer position.
Vacant Property Registry-
City Administrator Olson stated that the staff is in favor of the vacant property registry ordinance.
Mayor's Report( cont' d):
Ordinance 2017-16 Approving 2017-2018 Fiscal Budget-
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Mayor Golinski entertained a motion to approve an ordinance approving the 2017-2018 Fiscal Budget, incorporating budget adjustment# 1 and authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute. So moved by Alderman Colosimo; seconded by Alderman Milschewski.
Alderman Funkhouser and City Administrator Olson discussed the training for staff in regards to expense and scheduling. Also, Alderman Funkhouser wanted to discuss objectives and courses for staff. He wanted to make sure that were there was a measurable benefit to the City. City Administrator Olson discussed this issue and explained how the training works. He believes the City has leveraged the capacity ofthe website pretty well. Alderman Funkhouser asked questions in regards to the salaries for the City Treasurer and City Clerk. City Administrator Olson answered Alderman Funkhouser's questions. Alderman Funkhouser and City Administrator Olson discussed the City cleaning contracts. Alderman Funkhouser discussed his feelings on the building and structures for Parks and Recreation. He would like to have that removed from the budget. Alderman Frieders wanted to disagree with having that item taken off the budget. City Administrator Olson stated any expenditure over$ 20,000 has to be publicly bid and then approved by the City Council. That would be a designed bid or an RFP type process, which would require multiple other City Council votes to approve. Alderman Funkhouser continued the discussion about his thoughts on Parks and Rec. Alderman Colosimo understands Alderman Funkhouser's point. Since the Council can still vote to say yes or no, he is ok with leaving this part in the budget. Alderman Colosimo commented on how the budget is developed and amended. He plans to vote in favor of the budget despite expressing displeasure about the Build program.
Motion approved by a roll call vote. Ayes-8 Nays-0
Teeling-aye, Koch-aye, Plocher-aye, Frieders-aye, Tarulis-aye, Colosimo-aye, Funkhouser-aye, Milschewski-aye
Additional Business:
Committee Assignments-
Mayor Golinski stated in May, with the two new alderman being sworn in, it will be time to redo committee assignments. Mayor Golinski stated if anyone has any preferences just let him know. Every few years the committees usually change chairmen and things are moved around a little bit. If any of the alderman have any preferences just send him an email or give him a call and that will be done the first meeting in May.
Executive Session:
None.
Citizen Comments:
None.
Adjournment:
Mayor Golinski stated meeting adjourned.
Meeting adjourned at 7:48 p.m.
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