McLean County Times

Town of Normal Town Council met Oct. 2.

Here are the minutes provided by the council:

1. CALL TO ORDER:

Mayor Koos called the Regular Meeting of the Normal Town Council to Order at 7:01 p.m., Monday, October 2, 2023.

2. ROLL CALL:

The Clerk called the roll with the following persons

PRESENT: Mayor Chris Koos and Councilmembers Kevin McCarthy, Scott Preston, Kathleen Lorenz, Andy Byars and Karyn Smith, also present were City Manager Pamela Reece, Assistant Corporation Counsel Kevin Sheahan, and Town Clerk Angie Huonker.

ABSENT: Councilmember Chemberly Harris, Assistant City Manager Eric Hanson, and Corporation Counsel Brian Day.

3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:

Mayor Koos led the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.

4. PUBLIC COMMENT:

There was no Public Comment.

5. OMNIBUS VOTE AGENDA:

Mayor Koos read aloud the items to be considered by the Omnibus Vote Agenda.

A. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES OF THE REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING OF SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

B. REPORT TO RECEIVE AND FILE TOWN OF NORMAL EXPENDITURES FOR PAYMENT AS OF SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

C. RESOLUTION TO ACCEPT WATER TREATMENT PLANT CHEMICAL BIDS FROM NOVEMBER 2023 THROUGH OCTOBER 2024: Resolution No. 6174

D. RESOLUTION ACCEPTING THE PROPOSAL AND AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF A WORK-ORDER BASED CONTRACT WITH J. SPENCER CONSTRUCTION, LLC., FOR GENERAL CONTRACTOR SERVICES FOR PROJECTS IDENTIFIED IN THE TOWN OF NORMAL HISTORIC PROPERTY PRESERVATION – WORK ORDER PROGRAM

E. RESOLUTION APPROVING A LICENSE AGREEMENT FOR THE ECOLOGY ACTION CENTER AT 202 W. COLLEGE AVENUE: Resolution No. 6175 COUNCIL MINUTES - 2 - OCTOBER 2, 2023

F. RESOLUTION ACCEPTING BIDS AND AUTHORIZING THE PURCHASE OF THREE (3) 2024 FORD F250 4X4 PICKUP TRUCKS FROM BOB RIDINGS FLEET SALES IN THE AMOUNT OF $176,979 AND AN ASSOCIATED BUDGET ADJUSTMENT: Resolution No. 6176

G. RESOLUTION CONDITIONALLY APPROVING THE FINAL PLAT FOR THE WELDON RESERVE SUBDIVISION FIRST ADDITION: Resolution No. 6177

H. ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE SALE OF TOWN PROPERTY AT 1210 S. ADELAIDE ST.: Ordinance No. 5956

MOTION:

Councilmember McCarthy moved, seconded by Councilmember Smith, the Council Approval of the Omnibus Vote Agenda.

AYES: Lorenz, Byars, Smith, Preston, McCarthy, Koos.

NAYS: None.

ABSENT: Harris.

Motion declared carried.

Item B was removed from Omnibus Vote by Councilmember Lorenz and Item D was removed from Omnibus Vote by Councilmember Smith.

Items A, C, E, F, G and H were approved by Omnibus Vote.

6. ITEMS REMOVED FROM OMNIBUS VOTE AGENDA:

REPORT TO RECEIVE AND FILE TOWN OF NORMAL EXPENDITURES FOR PAYMENT AS OF SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

MOTION:

Councilmember Lorenz moved, seconded by Councilmember McCarthy, the Council Approval of a Report to Receive and File Town of Normal Expenditures for Payment as of September 27, 2023.

AYES: Byars, Smith, Preston, McCarthy, Lorenz, Koos.

NAYS: None.

ABSENT: Harris.

Motion declared carried.

Councilmember Kathleen Lorenz requested more information regarding the Children’s Discovery Museum’s expense to the Illinois Art Station. City Manager Pamela explained that this reflects a collaborative arrangement between the Children's Discovery Museum and the Art Station for art related programs.

RESOLUTION ACCEPTING THE PROPOSAL AND AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF A WORK-ORDER BASED CONTRACT WITH J. SPENCER CONSTRUCTION, LLC., FOR GENERAL CONTRACTOR SERVICES FOR PROJECTS IDENTIFIED IN THE TOWN OF NORMAL HISTORIC PROPERTY PRESERVATION – WORK ORDER PROGRAM: Resolution No. 6178

MOTION:

Councilmember Smith moved, seconded by Councilmember Preston, the Council Approval of a Resolution Accepting the Proposal and Authorizing the Execution of a Work-Order Based Contract with J. Spencer Construction, LLC., for General Contractor Services for Projects Identified in the Town of Normal Historic Property Preservation – Work Order Program.

AYES: Smith, Preston, McCarthy, Lorenz, Byars, Koos.

NAYS: None.

ABSENT: Harris.

Motion declared carried.

Councilmember Karyn Smith asked for clarification on the vendor selection process. City Manager Pamela Reece responded by outlining the procedure and repairs required. Ms. Smith asked if priority items will be addressed before winter. City Manager Pamela Reece responded.

Councilmember Kathleen Lorenz questioned whether additional funding for this kind of maintenance will be required in the future. City Manager Pamela Reece responded.

GENERAL ORDERS:

7. There were no General Orders.

8. NEW BUSINESS:

There was no New Business.

9. PUBLIC COMMENTS:

Ryan Whitehouse, a member of the St. Jude Board, expressed appreciation for the Town staff’s cooperation with the St. Jude walk-run event, which helped to assure the event’s safety and efficiency. Mr. Whitehouse went on to discuss St. Jude’s Mission.

10. CONCERNS:

Councilmember Karyn Smith stated that the Parks and Recreation department needs volunteers for the upcoming Haunted Trail event. Ms. Smith noted that the Americans with Disabilities Act will celebrate its 33rd anniversary and extended a thank you to the community and all service organizations for their support. Ms. Smith also noted that the Bloomington V.A. clinic is offering flu shots to veterans.

Councilmember Kevin McCarthy commended all Town departments who assisted with the Sugar Creeks Arts Festival and the Worldwide Day of Play.

11. 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 Preston, the Council Accept a Motion to Adjourn the Regular Meeting of the Normal Town Council.

AYES: Preston, McCarthy, Lorenz, Byars, Smith, Koos.

NAYS: None.

ABSENT: Harris.

Motion declared carried.

Mayor Koos adjourned the Regular Meeting of the Normal Town Council at 7:18 p.m., Monday, October 2, 2023.

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