McLean County Times

City of Le Roy City Council met Aug. 15.

Here are the minutes provided by the council:

The meeting was called to order by Mayor Steve Dean at 7:00 PM at Le Roy City Hall, 207 S East Street, Le Roy. Council members present were Matt Steffen, Justin Morfey, Patti Welander, Dawn Hanafin, and Ron Legner.

Staff members present were Jason Williamson, Perry Mayer, Dave Jenkins and Anita Corso. Colin Dunafin introduced himself as a boy scout attending the meeting as part of a merit badge.

Included on the consent agenda were Regular Meeting Minutes from July 18, 2022, invoices from August 1, 2022 in the amount of $54,520.73, invoices from August 15, 2022, in the amount of $123,964.94, payroll for the period of July 29, 2022, in the amount of $55,950.75, and payroll for the period of August 12, 2022, in the amount of $50,267.53.

The items in the consent agenda were voted on separately.

Motion was made by Justin and seconded by Matt for approval of the Council Meeting Minutes. Roll call: Matt Steffen-yes, Justin Morfey-yes, Patti Welander-yes, Dawn Hanafin-yes, and Ron Legner-yes. Motion carried 5 yeas, 0 nays.

Motion was made by Patti and seconded by Justin for approval of the invoices and payroll. Roll call: Matt Steffen-yes, Justin Morfey-yes, Patti Welander-yes, Dawn Hanafin-abstain, and Ron Legner-abstain. Motion carried 3 yeas, 0 nays, 2 abstain.

Jason reported the license plate readers have been installed and are working well.

Perry reported all hydrants have been flushed and painted. The flushing process found 3 broken hydrants. One has been replaced and the other two are on back order. This year was the 7 year evaluation for flow testing. The hydrants tested showed an overall improvement.

The leak in Falcon Ridge has been repaired, however there is another that is too deep for City equipment so a contractor has been called.

The IL EPA requires a lead / copper education notice be sent to all residents. The information as well as frequently asked questions are also on the City website.

Dave reported Metronet will begin underground installations this week.

Motion was made by Justin and seconded by Patti to approve the Le Roy Summer League Board request for additional field space to be added at Brickyard Park. Discussion included the letter from the park district stating approval of the addition. Roll call: Matt Steffen-yes, Justin Morfey-yes, Patti Welander-yes, Dawn Hanafin-yes, and Ron Legner-yes. Motion carried 5 yeas, 0 nays.

Motion was made by Dawn and seconded by Ron for Compass Insurance to provide comprehensive liability / workers compensation coverage for the policy period 12/1/22 to 12/1/23. Roll call: Matt Steffen-yes, Justin Morfey-yes, Patti Welander-yes, Dawn Hanafin-yes, and Ron Legner-yes. Motion carried 5 yeas, 0 nays.

RESOLUTION NO. 22-08-01-70 A resolution adopting the McLean County Multi-Jurisdictional all hazards mitigation plan. Motion to approve by Patti was seconded by Matt. Roll call: Matt Steffen-yes, Justin Morfey yes, Patti Welander-yes, Dawn Hanafin-yes, and Ron Legner-yes. Motion carried 5 yeas, 0 nays.

ORD No. 22-08-02-51 An ordinance approving a variation of rear yard setback requirements of the municipal code of the City of Le Roy, Illinois 2003 Title 10-Zoning. Specifically for 810 N. Main St. Motion to approve by Matt and seconded by Dawn. Roll call: Matt Steffen-yes, Justin Morfey-yes, Patti Welander-yes, Dawn Hanafin-yes, and Ron Legner-yes. Motion carried 5 yeas, 0 nays.

In Old and New Business the Mayor said the summer help was gone. They did an excellent job this year and he hoped they would return next summer. There is also a plan for another job fair next year.

The Mayor also reviewed the upcoming schedule of concerts at the bandstand for the remainder of the summer.

Motion was made by Matt and seconded by Justin at 7:35 pm to enter closed session pursuant to 5 ILCS 120/2(c)(21) to review closed session minutes, including semi-annual review of closed session minutes Roll call: Matt Steffen-yes, Justin Morfey-yes, Patti Welander-yes, Dawn Hanafin-yes, and Ron Legner-yes. Motion carried 5 yeas, 0 nays.

Motion was made by Matt and seconded by Dawn to return to regular session at 7:43p.m. Roll call: Matt Steffen-yes, Justin Morfey-yes, Patti Welander-yes, Dawn Hanafin-yes, and Ron Legner-yes. Motion carried 5 yeas, 0 nays.

Motion was made by Matt and seconded by Dawn to adjourn the regular council meeting. Roll call: Matt Steffen-yes, Justin Morfey-yes, Patti Welander-yes, Dawn Hanafin-yes, and Ron Legner-yes. Motion carried 5 yeas, 0 nays.

Meeting was adjourned at 7:44 PM.

https://www.leroy.org/file/2404/2022%20reg%20mtg%20Aug%2015.pdf