City of Plano City Council met April 25.
Here are the minutes provided by the council:
A motion was made by Alderman Williams, seconded by Alderman Nadeau, to open a public hearing to consider the annual budget for FY ’23.
A unanimous “Aye” voice vote was heard. Motion carried.
The City Attorney read the public notice; there were no comments from the public.
A motion was made by Alderman Nadeau, seconded by Alderman Fawver, to close the public hearing. A unanimous “Aye” voice vote was heard. Motion carried.
The regular meeting of the Plano City Council was called to order by the Mayor in the Council Room at City Hall. The Mayor led the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. Roll Call:
Steve DeBolt Absent John Fawver Present
Ben Eaton Present Jamal Williams Present
Tommy Johns Present Barb Nadeau Present
Scott Mulliner Present Mark Swoboda Present
There was a quorum.
MINUTES:
A motion was made by Alderman Eaton, seconded by Alderman Williams, to approve the minutes of the regular meeting on April 11, 2022. A unanimous “Aye” voice vote was heard. The motion passed.
AGENDA:
A motion was made by Alderman Swoboda, seconded by Alderman Eaton, to approve the agenda for the regular meeting of April 25, 2022. A unanimous “Aye” voice vote was heard. The motion passed.
WARRANTS:
A motion was made by Alderman Swoboda, seconded by Alderman Fawver, to accept the report of the Finance Committee and that orders are drawn on the Treasury to pay per warrant list dated April 25, 2022 in the amount of $ 95,132.45.
Roll Call:
Voting “Aye”: Nadeau, Johns, Mulliner, Swoboda, Williams, Fawver, Eaton
Voting “Nay”:
Absent: DeBolt
Motion passed.
WAGE REPORT:
A motion was made by Alderman Swoboda, seconded by Alderman Fawver, to approve the March 2022 wage report in the amount of $ 436,707.55.
Roll Call:
Voting “Aye”: Nadeau, Johns, Mulliner, Swoboda, Williams, Fawver, Eaton
Voting “Nay”:
Absent: DeBolt
Motion passed.
INTRODUCTION OF GUESTS:
Guests and members of the press were welcomed by Mayor Rennels.
CITIZEN’S COMMENTS:
Robyn Harris, with Youth Service America was present to inform the Council of Global Youth Service Day, the group will be assisting the Kendall County Food Pantry on April 30, 2022.
PLANO AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE:
Karylin Clevenger was present and said that the Biz bunny Hop event was a huge success, there were 300 to 400 children present. On May 4, 2022 there will be a Mother’s Day Wine Tasting Event at Cedardell. There was a Trivia Night at the Plano American Legion on April 20, 2022 that was a big hit. There will be a family game night on May 18, 2022 at the Odd Fellows Lodge.
MAYOR’S REPORT: Michael Rennels
A motion was made by Alderman Johns, seconded by Alderman Mulliner, to approve the mayor’s appointment of Cliff Oleson to the Plan Commission Board for a 3 year term; to expire May of 2025. A unanimous “Aye” voice vote was heard. Motion carried.
A motion was made by Alderman Mulliner, seconded by Alderman Williams, to approve the mayor’s appointment of Cynthia Fuchs to the Police & Fire Commission Board for a 3 year term; to expire May of 2025. A unanimous “Aye” voice vote was heard. Motion carried.
A motion was made by Alderman Mulliner, seconded by Alderman Nadeau, to approve the mayor’s appointment of Janet Goehst to the Police Pension Fund Board for a 2 year term; to expire May of 2024. A unanimous “Aye” voice vote was heard. Motion carried.
Mayor Rennels read a proclamation for Motorcycle Awareness Month.
CITY ATTORNEY: William Thomas
Ordinance 2022-6 FY ’23 Original budget
A motion was made by Alderman Mulliner, seconded by Alderman Nadeau, 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, 2022 and ending on the 30th day of April 2023.
Roll Call:
Voting “Aye”: Nadeau, Johns, Mulliner, Swoboda, Fawver, Eaton
Voting “Nay”: Williams
Absent: DeBolt
Motion passed.
Ordinance 2022-7 Sale of personal property
A motion was made by Alderman Swoboda, seconded by Alderman Williams, to approve an ordinance authorizing the sale of personal property; a 2002 Honda CRV. The ordinance gives the Police Department the option of taking the vehicle to auction or selling by sealed bid.
Roll Call:
Voting “Aye”: Nadeau, Johns, Swoboda, Fawver, Eaton, Williams
Voting “Nay”: Mulliner
Absent: DeBolt
Motion passed.
Resolution R2022-7 contract for roof repair
A motion was made by Alderman Swoboda, seconded by Alderman Nadeau, to approve a resolution approving and authorizing the execution of an agreement by and between the City of Plano and Plattville Coatings Inc. for roof repair at the city garage and storage building in the amount of $ 48,650.00.
Roll Call:
Voting “Aye”: Nadeau, Johns, Mulliner, Swoboda, Fawver, Eaton, Williams
Voting “Nay”:
Absent: DeBolt
Motion passed.
CITY CLERK: Kathleen Miller
Sales and related taxes for February 2022 were in the amount of $ 146,396.92; which is down $ 28,810.68 from the same time last year.
MFT current unobligated balance for March 2022 was in the amount of $ 1,263,906.66.
CITY TREASURER: Zoila Gomez
The March 2022 Treasurers report was in the amount of $ 10,184,417.07.
The March 2022 disbursements were in the amount of $ 516,349.19.
March 2022 Revenue & Expenditure and tax revenue reports were distributed in mailboxes on April 22, 2022.
Zoila thanked the Aldermen for approving the FY ’23 budget.
POLICE CHIEF’S REPORT: Chief Whowell – Absent – Lt. Allison present
The Police Department is utilizing a mentor program through BRIT for the Officers. Lt. Allison requested that approving the mayor to sign a certificate of hire be on the next agenda.
DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC WORKS/CITY ENGINEER: D. Boyer, J. Beyer, K. Tisberger
A motion was made by Alderman Williams, seconded by Alderman Eaton, to approve an engineering agreement for the 2022 sidewalk replacement projects in the amount of $ 8,400.00.
Roll Call:
Voting “Aye”: Nadeau, Johns, Mulliner, Swoboda, Fawver, Eaton, Williams
Voting “Nay”:
Absent: DeBolt
Motion passed.
BUILDING, PLANNING & ZONING: Jeff Sobotka
Jeff gave an update on the hiring process for a new employee in his department. He should have a candidate to discuss at the May 9, 2022 meeting.
COMMITTEE REPORTS:
ADMINISTRATIVE/HEALTH & SAFETY: Alderman Mulliner
Alderman Mulliner called a meeting for May 3, 2022 at 7:00 PM to discuss the KenCom IGA, transient business regarding food trucks and the PD 5 year plan.
BUILDINGS, GROUNDS AND ZONING: Alderman DeBolt - Absent
Alderman DeBolt has a meeting on May 3, 2022 at 6:00 PM.
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT: Alderman Fawver
Alderman Fawver has a meeting May 3, 2022 at 6:30 PM.
FINANCE: Alderman Swoboda
Alderman Swoboda called a meeting for May 9, 2022 at 5:15 PM.
PARKS: Alderman Johns
Alderman Johns had a meeting on April 19, 2022 and discussed walking paths, the Dog Park, landscaping at Foli Park, an Eagle Scout project at Foli Park, a kids fishing date event scheduled for June 18, 2022 and some landscaping that needs to be done at some of the playgrounds.
PERSONNEL & INSURANCE: Alderman Williams – Nothing to report
SPECIAL EVENTS: Alderman Nadeau – Nothing to report
Alderman Nadeau’s April 19, 2022 meeting had to be canceled due to not having any agenda items to discuss. Alderman Nadeau thanked Robyn Harris for being present at our meeting and gave out Robyn’s contact information if anybody would be interested in speaking with her.
STREETS & UTILITIES: Alderman Eaton
Alderman Eaton had a meeting on April 13, 2022 and discussed the water tower maintenance and the rate study. The next meetings will be April 27, 2022 at 6:00 PM.
CITIZEN’S COMMENTS: None
CLOSED SESSION: None
ADJOURNMENT:
A motion was made by Alderman Eaton seconded by Alderman Swoboda, to adjourn. A unanimous “Aye” voice vote was heard. The motion passed. The meeting adjourned at 6:35 pm.
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