Plano City Council met April 23.
Here is the minutes provided by the Council:
A motion was made by Alderman Jones, seconded by Alderman Mulliner, to open the public hearing for the FY ’19 annual budget. A unanimous “Aye” voice vote was heard. The motion passed.
Attorney Grant read the notice of the public hearing. There were no public comment.
A motion was made by Alderman Jones, seconded by Alderman Rennels, to close the public hearing. A unanimous “Aye” voice vote was heard. The motion passed.
The regular meeting of the Plano City Council was called to order on Monday, April 23, 2018 by Mayor Robert A. Hausler in the Council Room at City Hall. The Mayor led the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
Roll Call:
Steve DeBolt Present Barb Nadeau Present
Ben Eaton Present Jamal Williams Absent
Bob Jones Present Tommy Johns Present
Mike Rennels Present Scott Mulliner Present
There was a quorum.
Minutes:
A motion was made by Alderman Jones, seconded by Alderman Nadeau, to approve the minutes of the regular meeting on April 9, 2018. A unanimous “Aye” voice vote was heard. The motion passed.
Agenda:
A motion was made by Alderman Nadeau, seconded by Alderman Eaton, to approve the agenda for the regular meeting of April 23, 2018. A unanimous “Aye” voice vote was heard. The motion passed.
Warrants:
A motion was made by Alderman Eaton, seconded by Alderman Nadeau, that orders are drawn on the Treasury to pay per warrant list dated April 23, 2018 in the amount of $ 73,394.63
Roll Call:
Voting “Aye”: Nadeau, Jones, Mulliner, Eaton, DeBolt, Johns, Rennels
Voting “Nay”:
Absent: Williams
Motion passed.
Wage Report:
A motion was made by Alderman Eaton, seconded by Alderman Rennels, to approve the FY ’18 December wage report in the amount of $ 248,424.91.
Roll Call:
Voting “Aye”: Nadeau, Jones, Mulliner, Eaton, DeBolt, Johns, Rennels
Voting “Nay”:
Absent: Williams
Motion passed.
Introduction Of Guests:
Guests and members of the press were welcomed by Mayor Hausler.
Citizen’s Comments: None
Mayor’s Report: Bob Hausler
Service awards were presented to employees for their years of service. Receiving awards were Josh Beyer for 15 years, Christopher Baxa for 15 years, Yvonne Hill for 10 years and Derek Stoch for 10 years. Scott Hogan, 5 years, Anthony Joutras, 10 years, Jonathan Whowell, 20 years and Jamie Klein, 10 years were not present but will receive their awards.
A motion was made by Alderman Jones, seconded by Alderman DeBolt, to approve a proposal for asbestos and lead bid documents from Midwest Environmental in the amount of $2,200.00.
Roll Call:
Voting “Aye”: Nadeau, DeBolt, Johns, Jones
Voting “Nay”: Eaton, Mulliner, Rennels
Absent: Williams
Motion passed.
A proclamation for Kendall County Rain Barrel Month was read by the Mayor.
A proclamation for Motorcycle awareness month was read by the Mayor.
The Mayor announced that he would be in Springfield on Wednesday and Thursday for Lobby Day and the IML Board of Director’s meeting.
Plano Area Chamber Of Commerce: Rich Healy
There were two ribbon cuttings, one at MI Homes on April 12, 2018 at 5:00 pm and a ribbon cutting at Bat Arms on April 18, 2018 at 4:00 pm. May 12, 2018 is National Train Day, June 21, 2018 will be the annual golf outing.
City Attorney: Tom Grant
Ordinance 2018-12 FY ’19 Annual Budget
A motion was made by Alderman Eaton, seconded by Alderman Mulliner, to approve an Ordinance adopting the budget for all corporate purposes of the City of Plano, Kendall County, Illinois, in lieu of appropriations ordinance, for the fiscal year commencing on the 1st day of May 2018, and ending on the 30th day of April, 2019
Roll Call:
Voting “Aye”: Nadeau, Mulliner, Eaton, DeBolt, Johns, Rennels
Voting “Nay”: Jones
Absent: Williams
Motion passed.
City Clerk: Kathleen Miller – Nothing to report
City Treasurer: Janet Goehst
A motion was made by Alderman Jones, seconded by Alderman Mulliner, to approve the February 28, 2018 Treasurer’s report in the amount of $6,735,879.65.
Roll Call:
Voting “Aye”: Nadeau, Jones, Mulliner, Eaton, DeBolt, Johns, Rennels
Voting “Nay”:
Absent: Williams
Motion passed.
Police Chief’s Report: Chief Jonathan Whowell – Absent – Lt. Allison present
A motion was made by Alderman Mulliner, seconded by Alderman Eaton, to approve hiring Joseph Bonifas and Luis Lozano-Ortiz with a start date of May 7, 2018 at a starting salary of $ 53,552.46 as full time Police Officers contingent on passing required testing.
Roll Call:
Voting “Aye”: Nadeau, Jones, Mulliner, Eaton, DeBolt, Johns, Rennels
Voting “Nay”:
Absent: Williams
Motion passed.
Lt. Allison also informed the Council that April 23 through April 27, 2018 is Distracted Driver Awareness week. The Police Department has applied for a bulletproof vest grant.
Director Of Public Works & Water Reclamation Report: Darrin Boyer
A motion was made by Alderman Eaton, seconded by Alderman Rennels, to approve the Hach maintenance contract renewal in the amount of $ 4,543.00.
Roll Call:
Voting “Aye”: Nadeau, Jones, Mulliner, Eaton, DeBolt, Johns, Rennels
Voting “Nay”:
Absent: Williams
Motion passed.
Water Superintendent: Josh Beyer
A motion was made by Alderman Eaton, seconded by Alderman Rennels, to approve hiring 2 new employees in the Water Department.
Roll Call:
Voting “Aye”: Nadeau, Jones, Mulliner, Eaton, DeBolt, Johns, Rennels
Voting “Nay”:
Absent: Williams
Motion passed.
Bringing Steve Kolka back on the payroll to assist the Water Department was removed. No action.
Building, Planning & Zoning: Tom Karpus
Tom Karpus reported that progress is being made on the demolition at 17 W. Jones. He also reminded individuals to purchase bricks to honor Vets.
Committee Reports:
Administrative/Health & Safety: Alderman Mulliner
Alderman Mulliner called a meeting for May 1, 2018 at 6:00 pm.
Buildings, Grounds And Zoning: Alderman DeBolt – Nothing to report
Community Development: Alderman Rennels
Alderman Rennels called a meeting for May 1, 2018 at 7:00 pm.
Finance: Alderman Williams - Absent
Alderman Eaton called a meeting for May 14, 2018 at 5:30 p.m.
Parks: Alderman Johns
Alderman Johns called a meeting for May 8, 2018 at 5:30 pm.
Personnel & Insurance: Alderman Jones
Alderman Jones had a meeting April 17, 2018 at 7:00 pm to discuss the employee manual. This is still a work in process.
Special Events: Alderman Nadeau
A motion was made by Alderman Nadeau, seconded by Alderman Eaton, to approve City services for the May carnival; this will also include moving Amtrak overnight parking to the parking lot west of the Depot.
Roll Call:
Voting “Aye”: Nadeau, Jones, Mulliner, Eaton, DeBolt, Johns, Rennels
Voting “Nay”:
Absent: Williams
Motion passed.
Alderman Nadeau had a meeting April 17, 2018. The Odd Fellows will be working on another Fall Festival. The May carnival was also discussed. Alderman Nadeau explained that the paper work for the carnival was delayed due to the new policy not being adopted until April 9, 2018. A meeting was called for May 1, 2018 at 5:00 pm.
Streets & Utilities: Alderman Eaton
Alderman Eaton had a meeting April 17, 2018 at 6:00 pm. A meeting was called for May 8, 2018 at 6:00 pm.
Citizen’s Comments:
Mr. Banning commented on a water bill issue that was discussed at a committee meeting. He also thinks we should look at hiring an outside vendor to install new meters for the Water Department.
Ms. Diaz commented on putting together a Parks Department for Park issues. She is not in favor of a Park District due to the cost.
Closed Session:
A motion was made by Alderman Eaton, seconded by Alderman Jones, to go into closed session.
Roll Call:
Voting “Aye”: Nadeau, Jones, Mulliner, Eaton, DeBolt, Johns, Rennels
Voting “Nay”:
Absent: Williams
Motion passed.
A motion was made by Alderman Jones, seconded by Alderman Eaton, to return to open session. Roll Call:
Voting “Aye”: Nadeau, Jones, Mulliner, Eaton, DeBolt, Johns, Rennels Voting “Nay”: Absent: Williams Motion passed. Attorney Grant commented that the Council went into closed session to discuss the status of collective bargaining, litigation and acquisition of property and no action was taken.
Adjournment:
A motion was made by Alderman Jones, seconded by Alderman Eaton, to adjourn. A unanimous “Aye” voice vote was heard. The motion passed. The meeting adjourned at 7:15 p.m.
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