McLean County Times

City of Pontiac City Council met Nov. 2

Here is the minutes provided by the council:

The regular meeting of the Pontiac City Council was held at the Eagle Theater. 

Mayor Alvey called to order the meeting of the City Council at 7:00 P.M. 

The City Clerk was directed to call roll, and the following members of the Council were present: Barr, Swanson, Eckhoff, Causer, Hicks, Bradshaw, Myers, and Wille. Absent: Kallas and Gabor 

MEETING OF THE PONTIAC CIVIC CENTER AUTHORITY 

Mayor Alvey asked that the record show the same Aldermen present for this meeting as are present for the regular Council meeting: Barr, Swanson, Eckhoff, Causer, Hicks, Bradshaw, Myers, and Wille 

Mayor Alvey asked if there was any business to come before the Civic Center Board this evening. Hearing none, he declared the meeting closed.  

CONSENT AGENDA 

Mayor Alvey stated that there were three items on the consent agenda. He asked if there was a need to have any item removed for later discussion. Hearing none, motion made by Eckhoff,  second by Wille that the items on the consent agenda be approved as presented. 

A. Motion by Eckhoff, second by Wille to approve the minutes of the October 19, 2020 City Council meeting. On a roll call vote, motion carried 8-0. Aye votes recorded: Barr, Swanson, Eckhoff, Causer, Hicks, Bradshaw, Myers, and Wille.  

B. Motion by Eckhoff, second by Wille to approve the minutes of Jan. 6, 2020; Feb 3, 2020; Feb. 17, 2020; Mar 16. 2020 and July 6th, 2020 Executive Session Minutes. On a roll call vote, motion carried 8-0. Aye votes recorded: Barr, Swanson, Eckhoff, Causer, Hicks, Bradshaw, Myers, and Wille.  

C. Motion by Eckhoff, second by Wille to approve the payment of bills totaling $882,010.92 from all funds. On a roll call vote, motion carried 8-0. Aye votes recorded: Barr, Swanson, Eckhoff, Causer, Hicks, Bradshaw, Myers, and Wille.  

REGULAR AGENDA 

A. Wally’s Deerfield Multi Business Sign 

Motion by Hicks, second by Swanson to approve Wally’s Multi Business sign on Deerfield Road as presented. On a roll call vote, motion carried 8-0. Aye votes recorded: Barr, Swanson, Eckhoff, Causer, Hicks, Bradshaw, Myers, and Wille.  

Bill Kallas is now present at Council Meeting

B. Indiana Ave Plans 

Brian Verdun discussed the Indiana Ave project; explaining widening of road & sidewalks in certain areas, the bike path, entryways to Evenglow Inn and subdivisions and hopefully starting May 1, 2021. 

C. Ordinance 2020-O-026 

Motion by Myers, second by Bradshaw to approve Ordinance 2020-O-026, the City’s purchase of 206 S. Mill Street for $62,000.00. On a roll call vote, motion carried 9-0. Aye votes recorded: Barr, Swanson, Eckhoff, Kallas, Causer, Hicks, Bradshaw, Myers, and Wille.  

D. Solar Farm Decommissioning Plan 

Motion by Bradshaw, second by Kallas to approve the Airport Solar Farm Decommissioning Plan as written. On a roll call vote, motion carried 9-0. Aye votes recorded: Barr, Swanson, Eckhoff, Kallas, Causer, Hicks, Bradshaw, Myers, and Wille.

E. Rec Plex Sanitary Sewer System Bid Request 

Motion by Swanson, second by Barr to approve going out for bids on the Rec Plex Sanitary Sewer Project. On a roll call vote, motion carried 9-0. Aye votes recorded: Barr, Swanson, Eckhoff, Kallas, Causer, Hicks, Bradshaw, Myers, and Wille.  

F. 2020-R-013 Resolution of Adoption of the Livingston County Emergency Disaster Plan 

Motion by Eckhoff, second by Causer to approve Resolution 2020-R-013, adoption of the Livingston County Emergency Disaster Plan as written. On a roll call vote, motion carried 9-0.  Aye votes recorded: Barr, Swanson, Eckhoff, Kallas, Causer, Hicks, Bradshaw, Myers, and Wille.  

G. Proposed Removal of No Parking on 100 Block of Murphy St. 

Motion by Kallas, second by Causer to approve a 30-day trial of removing the “No Parking” in the 100 Block of Murphy St. On a roll call vote, motion carried 9-0. Aye votes recorded: Barr, Swanson, Eckhoff, Kallas, Causer, Hicks, Bradshaw, Myers, and Wille 

H. Appointment to Police & Fire Commission 

Motion by Kallas, second by Hicks to approve the appointment of Dave Lopeman to the Police & Fire Commission board. On a roll call vote, motion carried 9-0. Aye votes recorded: Barr, Swanson, Eckhoff, Kallas, Causer, Hicks, Bradshaw, Myers, and Wille 

I. Holiday Community Development Programs 

Taylor Baxter gave an update on the Fall Fest, which was highly attended. The Ice Rink is being installed and there may be a need to have the Christmas Tree Lighting, a virtual event. November 27this the City Light Up Parade and the City may do a Fire Works display at the Rec Plex at the end of the year.

Mayor Comments 

Mayor Alvey reminded everyone to vote. 

Administrator Comments 

Bob Karls brought up the guidelines for amount of people attending City meetings. The amount is 25 and there may be a need to change regular Council meetings. 

Council Comments 

None 

Public Comments 

Representatives from local bars and restaurants attended the Council meeting to voice their concerns regarding the upcoming restrictions of no inside dining or drinking because of COVID. Some of those making statements and or questions were Mike & Sherri Elliott from Corner Junction; Dave Lindsey from David’s; and Justin Fry from Pub 13. Their main concerns are, what will happen if they do not comply with restrictions. All were questioning about their liquor licenses and fines. Chief Woolford spoke about what is done now by his force with regards to educating owners and staff of establishments. 

Executive Session 

Motion by Kallas, second by Causer to adjourn to Executive Session to discuss and consider property acquisition matters as authorized under Section 2(c)2 of the Illinois Open Meetings Act. No action will be taken. On a roll call vote, motion carried 9-0. Aye votes recorded: Barr, Swanson, Eckhoff, Kallas, Causer, Hicks, Bradshaw, Myers, and Wille 

Adjournment 

On motion duly made and seconded, the regular meeting of the City Council was adjourned. 

https://www.pontiac.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_11022020-775