Town of Normal Town Council met May 15.
Here are the minutes provided by the council:
1. CALL TO ORDER:
Mayor Pro Tern McCarthy called the Regular Meeting of the Normal Town Council to Order at 7:02 p.m., Monday, May 15, 2023.
2. ROLL CALL:
The Clerk called the roll with the following persons
PRESENT: Mayor Pro Tern Kevin McCarthy and Councilmembers Chemberly Harris, Scott Preston, Andy Byars, and Kathleen Lorenz, also present were City Manager Pamela Reece, Assistant City Manager Eric Hanson, Corporation Counsel Brian Day, and Town Clerk Angie Huonker.
ABSENT: Councilmember Karyn Smith and Mayor Chris Koos.
3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
Mayor Pro Tern McCarthy led the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
4. PUBLIC COMMENT:
There was no Public Comment.
5. OMNIBUS VOTE AGENDA:
Mayor Pro Tern McCarthy read aloud the items to be considered by the Omnibus Vote Agenda.
A. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES OF THE REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING OF MAY 1, 2023
B. REPORT TO RECEIVE AND FILE TOWN OF NORMAL EXPENDITURES FOR PAYMENT AS OF MAY l 0, 2023
C. RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE RENEWAL OF THE TOWN'S PARTICIPATION IN THE MUNICIPAL INSURANCE COOPERATIVE AGENCY (MICA) INSURANCE PROGRAM FOR PLAN YEAR 2023-24: Resolution No. 6099
D. MOTION TO APPROVE RECOMMENDED HARMON ARTS GRANT AWARDS
E. RESOLUTION TO ACCEPT BIDS AND AW ARD A CONTRACT TO ROWE CONSTRUCTION, A DIVISION OF UNITED CONTRACTORS MIDWEST, £NC., FOR THEE. COLLEGE A VENUE RESURF ACrNG (BLAIR DR. TO YOUNG DR.) PROJECT IN THE AMOUNT OF $1,795,411.48: Resolution No. 6100
F. RESOLUTION WAIVING THE FORMAL BIDDING PROCESS AND AUTHORIZING THE PURCHASE OF REFUSE CONTAINERS FROM SCHAEFER SYSTEMS INTERNATIONAL, INC IN THE AMOUNT OF $45,696: Resolution No. 6101
G. RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF A CONTRACT WITH THE FPI INC. {ATHLETE FACTORY) FOR SERVICES PROVIDED THROUGH THE DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE AND ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITY {DCEO) GRANT FUNDS: Resolution No. 6102
H. RESOLUTION WAIVING THE FORMAL BIDDING PROCESS AND AUTHORIZING THE PURCHASE OF A KUBOTA RTV UTILITY VEHICLE FROM NORD OUTDOOR POWER VIA THE SOURCEWELL JOINT PURCHASING CONTRACT #122220 FOR $39,592.41: Resolution No. 6103
I. RESOLUTION WAIVING THE FORMAL BIDDING PROCESS AND AUTHORIZING THE PURCHASE OF A TORO GREENMASTER GREENS MOWER FROM MTI DISTRIBUTING VIA THE OMNIA PARTNERS JOINT PURCHASING CONTRACT #2017025 FOR $55,675.45: Resolution No. 6104
J. RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF AN AGREEMENT WITH THE CITY OF BLOOMINGTON, MCLEAN COUNTY, BLOOMINGTON NORMAL WATER RECLAMATION DISTRICT, AND THE ECOLOGY ACTION CENTER FOR THE TREE CORPS PROGRAM SERVICES: Resolution 6105
There were no items removed from the Omnibus Vote Agenda.
MOTION:
Councilmember Harris moved, seconded by Councilmember Preston, the Council Approval of the Omnibus Vote Agenda.
A YES: Lorenz, Harris, Byars, Preston, McCarthy.
NAYS: None.
ABSENT: Smith, Koos.
Motion declared carried.
Items A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H, I and J were approved by Omnibus Vote.
6. ITEMS REMOVED FROM OMNIBUS VOTE AGENDA:
There were no items removed from the Omnibus Vote Agenda.
GENERAL ORDERS:
7. RESOLUTION APPROVING AN AMENDED FINAL DEVELOPMENT PLAN FOR THE ONE NORMAL PLAZA PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT (ROUTE 66 ROADSIDE ATTRACTION): Resolution No. 6106
MOTION:
Councilmember Preston moved, seconded by Councilmember Harris, the Council Approval of a Resolution Approving an Amended Final Development Plan for the One Normal Plaza Planned Unit Development (Route 66 Roadside Attraction).
AYES: Harris, Byars, Preston, Lorenz, McCarthy.
NAYS: None.
ABSENT: Smith, Koos.
Motion declared carried.
8. RESOLUTION CONDITIONALLY REAPPROVING THE FINAL PLAT OF THE FOURTH ADDITION TO BLACKSTONE TRAILS: Resolution No. 6107
MOTION:
Councilmember Preston moved, seconded by Councilmember Harris, the Council Approval of a Resolution Conditionally Reapproving the Final Plat of the Fourth Addition to Blackstone Trails.
AYES: Byars, Preston, Lorenz, Harris, McCarthy.
NAYS: None.
ABSENT: Smith, Koos.
Motion declared carried.
9. RESOLUTION CONDITIONALLY REAPPROVING THE FINAL PLAT OF THE FIFTH ADDITION TO BLACKSTONE TRAILS: Resolution No. 6108
MOTION:
Councilmember Preston moved, seconded by Councilmember Lorenz, the Council Approval of a Resolution Conditionally Reapproving the Final Plat of the Fifth Addition to Blackstone Trails.
AYES: Preston, Lorenz, Harris, Byars, McCarthy.
NAYS: None.
ABSENT: Smith, Koos.
Motion declared carried.
10. RESOLUTION CONDITIONALLY APPROVING A SITE PLAN FOR THE APOSTOLIC CHRISTIAN CHURCH (4408 E. RAAB): Resolution No. 6109
MOTION:
Councilmember Lorenz moved, seconded by Councilmember Preston, the Council Approval of a Resolution Conditionally Approving a Site Plan for the Apostolic Christian Church (4408 E. Raab).
AYES: Lorenz, Harris, Byars, Preston, McCarthy.
NAYS: None.
ABSENT: Smith, Koos.
Motion declared carried.
Councilmember Kathleen Lorenz asked questions about the building's location and whether it was possible to avoid re-subdividing the land. Town Planner Mercy Davison responded. Ms. Lorenz asked about the site's future development plans. Town Planner Mercy Davison responded.
11. RESOLUTION CONDITIONALLY APPROVING THE FINAL PLAT OF THE APOSTOLIC CHRISTIAN CHURCH (4408 E. RAAB): Resolution No. 6110
MOTION:
Councilmember Preston moved, seconded by Councilmember McCarthy, the Council Approval of a Resolution Conditionally Approving the Final Plat of the Apostolic Christian Church ( 4408 E. Raab).
AYES: Harris, Byars, Preston, McCarthy, Lorenz, Koos.
NAYS: None.
ABSENT: Smith.
Motion declared carried.
Mayor Koos arrived at 7:13 pm.
NEW BUSINESS
12. PRESENTATION OF THE YOUTH ON A MISSION ADVISORY COUNCIL
Tracie Freeman, a teacher at Normal Community West High School, gave a brief introduction to the Youth on a Mission program.
Paige Malloy, a Youth on a Mission mentor, discussed the program's goals as well as the various opportunities and experiences provided to the students during the program.
Cana Brooks and Shloka Ravinuthala presented their proposal for adding lactation stations, gender-neutral bathrooms, and free menstrual products to town facilities with the goal to normalize feminine hygiene.
Shreya Nallamothu and Richa Shulka presented their ideas for improving the Town's 2012 sustainability plan, including a stronger approach to recycling and composting, as well as public transportation.
Following the presentations, Mayor Koos and Councilmembers commended the students for their passion and professionalism and encouraged them to stay involved in the community.
13. MOTION TO APPROVE APOINTMENTS TO THE HUMAN RELATIONS COMMISSION AND THE ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS
MOTION:
Councilmember McCarthy moved, seconded by Councilmember Harris, the Council Approval of a Motion to Approve Appointments to the Human Relations Commission and the Zoning Board of Appeals.
AYES: Byars, Preston, McCarthy, Lorenz, Harris, Koos.
NAYS: None.
ABSENT: Smith.
Motion declared carried.
Councilmember Kevin McCarthy read aloud the appointment of Brian Peterson to the Human Relations Commission and Matthew Coates to the Zoning Board of Appeals.
14. PUBLIC COMMENTS:
There was no Public Comment.
15. CONCERNS:
Councilmember Scott Preston congratulated all the college and high school graduates.
12. ADJOURNMENT:
There being no further business to come before the Council, Mayor Koos called for a Motion to Adjourn the Regular Meeting of the Normal Town Council.
MOTION:
Councilmember McCarthy moved, seconded by Councilmember Harris the Council Accept a Motion to Adjourn the Regular Meeting of the Normal Town Council.
AYES: Preston, McCarthy, Lorenz, Harris, Byars, Koos.
NAYS: None.
ABSENT: Smith.
Motion declared carried.
Mayor Koos adjourned the Regular Meeting of the Normal Town Council at 7:41 p.m., Monday, May 15, 2023.
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