City of Pontiac City Council met Aug. 21.
Here are the minutes provided by the council:
The regular meeting of the Pontiac City Council was held on August 21, 2023. 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, Giovanini, Eckhoff, Kallas, Lee, Causer, Bradshaw, Wille, Cranford and Howard.
CONSENT AGENDA
Mayor Alvey stated that there was three items on the consent agenda. He asked if it needed to be removed for later discussion. Hearing none, motion made by Eckhoff, second by Howard that the items on the consent agenda be approved as presented.
A. Motion by Eckhoff, second by Howard to approve the minutes of the August 7, 2023 City Council meeting. On a roll call vote motion carried 10-0. Aye votes recorded: Barr, Giovanini, Eckhoff, Kallas, Lee, Causer, Bradshaw, Wille, Cranford and Howard.
B. Motion by Eckhoff, second by Howard to approve payment of bills totaling $754,363.45 from all funds. On a roll call vote motion carried 10-0. Aye votes recorded: Barr, Giovanini, Eckhoff, Kallas, Lee, Causer, Bradshaw, Wille, Cranford and Howard.
C. Motion by Eckhoff, second by Howard to approve referral to Planning & Zoning Board an application for a Special Use Permit by MCC to construct a fiber optic structure in an M-1 District. On a roll call vote motion carried 10-0. Aye votes recorded: Barr, Giovanini, Eckhoff, Kallas, Lee, Causer, Bradshaw, Wille, Cranford and Howard.
REGULAR AGENDA
A. Ordinance 2023-0-019
Motion by Eckhoff, second by Cranford to approve Ordinance 2023-0-019, closing out the
TIF III District, as written. On a roll call vote motion carried 10-0. Aye votes recorded: Barr, Giovanini, Eckhoff, Kallas, Lee, Causer, Bradshaw, Wille, Cranford and Howard.
B. Zoning Admendment - McKinley and Elm St.
Motion by Barr, second by Wile to ratify the Planning and Zoning Board's denial of a change of R-1 to R-2 at the property located at McKinley and Elm St. On a roll call vote motion carried 10-0. Aye votes recorded: Barr, Giovanini, Eckhoff, Kallas, Lee, Causer, Bradshaw, Wille, Cranford and Howard.
C. Approval - Street Maintenance Spray Patching
Motion by Kallas, second by Lee to approve the bid of $13,000.00 for spray patching from Ace in the Hole of Hanna City. On a roll call vote motion carried 10-0. Aye votes recorded: Barr, Giovanini, Eckhoff, Kallas, Lee, Causer, Bradshaw, Wille, Cranford and Howard.
D. Committee Service Committee Meeting Minutes
The Community Service Committee met on August 14, 2023 and discussed the advertising in public spaces as in Block 59. The Committee recommended to only allow signage in the area of Block 59 when the specific group using the area would like to have a banner/sign. Otherwise they suggested to advertise on the community calendar. Also discussed was the need to upgrade pickle ball courts in Pontiac and possibly add more courts. The committee recommended to explore the costs and check into funding options.
E. Approval - Community Advertising Policy
Continued discussion for publicizing and advertising through/at the City of Pontiac. Motion by Bradshaw, second by Barr to approve the gridlines for plublizing through the City of Pontiac including banners and signs at Block 59. On a roll call vote motion carried 10-0. Aye votes recorded: Barr, Giovanini, Eckhoff, Kallas, Lee, Causer, Bradshaw, Wille, Cranford and Howard.
Mayor Comments
Mayor Alvey reminded all, that the Threshermans Reunion will begin on August 31st with the parade on September 3rd. Misty Bell has been hired as the new Main Street Manager along with other duties in the Community Enrichment Department.
Administrator Comments
Jim Woolford announced because of the Heat Warnings it will be decided day of if the Rockin at the River will be moved to Eagle Theater. He also explained that the Splash Pad did not have a leak, but the pad was drained by mistake. The Splash Pad will close after Labor Day and the contractors for the pad will be here to find out about ongoing electrical problems.
Council Comments
Alderman Barr asked about getting a Committee Meeting and or a Committee of the Whole to discuss the City's vision on zoning and to update the City's planning model for a 5-year plan.
Alderwomen Eckhoff asked about contemplating any problems with the skating rink
Public Comments
Kevin Flessner thanked Council for their help with the recent variance request for a zoning change on the property at McKinley and Elm St.
Kevin Duquette introduced himself as running for Senator Tom Bennett position as he will be retiring
Adjournment
On motion duly made and seconded, the regular meeting of the City Council is adjourned.
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