City of Le Roy City Council met July 20.
Here is the minutes provided by the council:
The meeting was called to order at 7:00 PM by Mayor Dean via live stream access. Council members in remote access were Dawn Hanafin, Rick Kline, Kyle Merkle, Brad Poindexter, Kelly Lay, Ron Legner, Matt Steffen and Greg Steffen.
Staff members in remote session were Chief Williamson, Dan Lush, Perry Mayer, Nathan Wilkins, Samantha Walley and Vicki Moreland.
Also in remote attendance, Sue Bratcher and Robert Timm.
Included on the consent agenda were Regular Meeting Minutes from June 15, 2020, invoices from July 6, 2020 in the amount of $ 64,146.70, invoices from July 20, 2020 in the amount of $115,467.63, payroll for the period ending July 3, 2020 in the amount of $44,684.37 and payroll for the period ending July 17, 2020 in the amount of $45,934.87. Motion was made by Dawn and seconded by Matt for approval of the consent agenda. Roll call: Dawn Hanafin-yes, Rick Kline-abstain, Kyle Merkle-yes, Brad Poindexter yes, Kelly Lay-yes, Ron Legner-abstain, Matt Steffen-yes, Greg Steffen-yes. Motion carried 6 yeas, O nays, 2 abstain.
Dan reported that the street department had been working on improvements at Howard Virgin Timber Park and was currently cleaning up brush in Le Roy from previous storms.
Perry reported that the water department had been experiencing several issues, including 4 leaks, three of which were service lines and one main leak. Two of three compressors at the water plant had to be serviced and they were currently working on the third one. They had experienced filtration feed pump failure and were working on a solution. The alarm system dialer had experienced issues, but was currently working, and they had previously had issues with the pre-chlorination. Perry also stated that they had been working on changing out meters and 583 had been changed out.
Chief Williamson reported that they had two remaining applicants after the first round and were performing intensive investigations on the applicants. He also reported that he would begin getting bids for a new squad.
Samantha reported for Scott that the 2020 sanitary sewer project on Meadow Lane would start next week. It was supposed to have begun last week but was postponed due to the contractor having difficulty obtaining materials.
Motion was made by Greg and seconded by Rick for approval of ZBA recommendation to approve a variance requested by Mr. Robert Timm. (ZBA Hearing 20-V-01), variance for rear and side yard setback requirement to allow for construction of a garden shed. Dawn Hanafin yes, Rick Kline-yes, Kyle Merkle-yes, Brad Poindexter-yes, Kelly Lay-yes, Ron Legner-yes, Matt Steffen-yes, Greg Steffen-yes. Motion carried 8 yeas, 0 nays.
Motion was made by Rick and seconded by Kyle for approval of ZBA recommendation to approve a variance requested by Mr. Brian McDonald (ZBA Hearing 20-V-02), variance in rear yard setback to allow for the construction of a wooden deck. After neighbor complained about privacy, ZBA also recommended for approval a 6' privacy fence around the 2.5' deck with a total height of 8.5'. Dawn Hanafin-yes, Rick Kline-yes, Kyle Merkle-yes, Brad Poindexter-yes, Kelly Lay-yes, Ron Legner-yes, Matt Steffen-yes, Greg Steffen-yes. Motion carried 8 yeas, 0 nays.
Motion was made by Greg and seconded by Kelly to table the Façade Improvement Program Grant Application submitted by Ms. Sylvia Clouser until the application was appropriately completed. Dawn Hanafin-yes, Rick Kline-yes, Kyle Merkle-yes, Brad Poindexter-yes, Kelly Lay-yes, Ron Legner-yes, Matt Steffen-yes, Greg Steffen-yes. Motion carried 8 yeas, o nays.
Motion was made by Rick and seconded by Greg to table the motion of the rescission of outdoor service for Downtown Le Roy liquor license holders until completion of the new ordinance for review. Dawn Hanafin yes, Rick Kline-yes, Kyle Merkle-yes, Brad Poindexter-yes, Kelly Lay-yes, Ron Legner-yes, Matt Steffen-yes, Greg Steffen-yes. Motion carried 8 yeas, 0 nays.
Motion was made by Rick and seconded by Ron for allowance of curbside beer sales at Casey's General Store in Le Roy, Illinois on a temporary 6 month trial. Dawn Hanafin-yes, Rick Kline-yes, Kyle Merkle-yes, Brad Poindexter-yes, Kelly Lay-yes, Ron Legner-yes, Matt Steffen-yes, Greg Steffen-yes. Motion carried 8 yeas, 0 nays.
Motion was made by Ron and seconded by Kyle for waiver of bid letting requirement by 2/3 of the City Council pursuant to 65 ILCS 5/8-9-1 et seq. and acceptance of bid in the amount of $19,308.00 from G.A. Rich& Sons Inc. for water main repair at the intersection of Elm and Chestnut Streets. Dawn Hanafin-yes, Rick Kline-yes, Kyle Merkle-yes, Brad Poindexter-yes, Kelly Lay-yes, Ron Legner-yes, Matt Steffen-yes, Greg Steffen-yes. Motion carried 8 yeas, O nays. (bid attached).
Motion was made by Dawn and seconded by Matt for approval of RFP for Refuse and Recycle Collection Services for November 1, 2020 through October 31, 2023 to include quotes for electronic recycling, commercial recycling with the agreement between business owner and recycler, and addition of bid for once weekly recycling. Dawn Hanafin-yes, Rick Kline yes, Kyle Merkle-yes, Brad Poindexter-yes, Kelly Lay-yes, Ron Legner-yes, Matt Steffen-yes, Greg Steffen-yes. Motion carried 8 yeas, 0 nays.
Council discussed the General code Supplement estimate and determined that they would submit once per year in December for ordinance supplements.
Motion was made by Greg and seconded by Rick to table transfer of City of Le Roy natural gas thermal credits to cash from Nicor Gas until they received more clarification. The council would like for Berni Anderson to attend the next council meeting to answer council questions/concerns.
In Old and New Business Mayor Dean questioned the council on their preference for returning to in-house council meetings from live stream. In-house council meetings are scheduled to resume with the first meeting in September with masks and social distancing requirements.
Mayor Dean also stated that a new business, Birch and Beams had opened
on Chestnut Street in Le Roy and the owners had also purchased two additional buildings that would be opened in the next couple of months. The Mexican restaurant planned for Center Street is scheduled to open end of August or early September.
Greg asked about the effects of the flow of water resulting from the recent ditch work on Salt Creek at Falcon Ridge Drive. Dan stated that there should be no water issues resulting in the ditch work performed by the City.
Council members were provided with a copy of the letter from Jack Burcham commending a member of the City Crew for helping with an issue he had at one of his properties. The letter commending Dustin Whalen was one of many positive comments the City has received.
Samantha stated that December was the deadline for mandatory sexual harassment training and the City of Le Roy liability insurance company will provide the link and password for the on-line training. Certificates of completion will be kept on file at City Hall.
Motion was made by Kyle and seconded by Matt to adjourn the regular council meeting at 8:04 PM. Dawn Hanafin-yes, Rick Kline-yes, Kyle Merkle-yes, Brad Poindexter-yes, Kelly Lay-yes, Ron Legner-yes, Matt Steffen-yes, Greg Steffen-yes. Motion carried 8 yeas, 0 nays.
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