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City of Pontiac City Council met Aug. 5.

Here are the minutes provided by the council:

The regular meeting of the Pontiac City Council was held on August 5, 2024. 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, Eckhoff, Causer, Lee, Cranford, Howard and Wille.

Absent: Giovanini, Kallas, and Bradshaw

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, Eckhoff, Causer, Lee, Cranford, Howard 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 (5) items on the consent agenda. He asked if any needed to be removed for later discussion. Hearing none, motion made by Eckhoff and second by Causer that the items on the consent agenda be approved as presented.

A. Motion by Eckhoff, second by Causer to approve the minutes of the July 15, 2024 City Council meeting. On a roll call vote motion carried 7-0. Aye votes recorded: Barr, Eckhoff, Causer, Lee, Cranford, Howard and Wille.

B. Motion by Eckhoff, second by Causer to approve payment of bills totaling $443,639.79 from all funds. On a roll call vote motion carried 7-0. Aye votes recorded: Barr, Eckhoff, Causer, Lee, Cranford, Howard and Wille.

C Motion by Eckhoff, second by Causer to approve the parade permit for Central State Threshermen's Reunion Tractor Drive on August 31, 2024. On a roll call vote motion carried 7-0. Aye votes recorded: Barr, Eckhoff, Causer, Lee, Cranford, Howard and Wille

D. Motion by Eckhoff, second by Causer to approve the parade permit on September 1, 2024 to Central State Threshermen's Reunion. On a roll call vote motion carried 7-0. Aye votes recorded: Barr, Eckhoff, Causer, Lee, Cranford, Howard and Wille

E Motion by Eckhoff, second by Causer to approve referral to Planning & Zoning Board an application to rezone property at 1311 N. Division St. On a roll call vote motion carried 7-0. Aye votes recorded: Barr, Eckhoff, Causer, Lee, Cranford, Howard and Wille

REGULAR AGENDA

Alderwoman Bradshaw Is Now Present At Meeting.

A. Designation and Disposition of Surplus Property

Motion by Wille, second by Cranford to approve the disposal whether by sale or scrap, a utility trailer at the Waste Water Treatment Plant. On a roll call vote motion carried 7-0. Aye votes recorded: Barr, Eckhoff, Causer, Lee, Cranford, Howard and Wille. Abstain vote recorded: Bradshaw

Alderman Giovanini Is Now Present At Meeting

B. Street Department Purchase - Dirt Pulverize

Motion by Eckhoff, second by Lee to approve the purchase of a Dirt Pulverize for the Street Department at a cost of $19,879.00 from Central Illinois Equipment of Peoria. On a roll call vote motion carried 8-0. Aye votes recorded: Barr, Eckhoff, Causer, Lee, Cranford, Bradshaw, Howard and Wille. Abstain vote recorded: Giovanini

C. Agreement to Combine (4) Lots to be used as (1) lot - Cardwell

Motion by Eckhoff, second by Howard to approve the Property Owner, Brandon & Dawn Cardwell, Agreement to combine (4) lots at 1019 N. Chicago into (1) parcel. On a roll call vote motion carried 8-1. Aye votes recorded: Barr, Eckhoff, Causer, Lee, Cranford, Bradshaw, Howard and Wille. Nay vote recorded: Giovanini

D. Ordinance 2024-O-020 - Special Use Permit - Mike's Car Wash

Motion by Bradshaw, second by Howard to approve Ordinance 2024-0-020, a Special Use Permit for the construction and operation of a Car Wash. On a roll call vote motion carried 9-0. Aye votes recorded: Barr, Giovanini, Eckhoff, Causer, Lee, Cranford, Bradshaw, Howard and Wille.

E. Ordinance 2024-0-021 - Sewer Easement with OSF

Motion by Causer, second by Wille to approve Ordinance 2024-0-021, an acquisition of a sanitary sewer easement with OSF Healthcare, as written. On a roll call vote motion carried 9-0. Aye votes recorded: Barr, Giovanini, Eckhoff, Causer, Lee, Cranford, Bradshaw, Howard and Wille.

F. Ordinance 2024-0-022 - First Amendment to Solar Farm Lease with ESP Pontiac 2A

Motion by Barr, second by Causer to approve Ordinance 2024-0-022, an ordinance approving solar energy facility lease with ESP Pontiac, LLC, as written along with authorization for electronic payment by ESP Pontiac, LLC. On a roll call vote motion carried 8-1. Aye votes recorded: Barr, Giovanini, Eckhoff, Causer, Lee, Cranford, Bradshaw and Wille. Nay vote recorded: Howard

G. Library Board Appointment - (3) Year Term Expiring 6-30-2027

Motion by Howard, second by Lee to approve the appointments to the Library Board for a 3-year term expiring 6/30/2027 for William Bertram, Lisa Martin and John Wille. On a roll call vote motion carried 8-0. Aye votes recorded: Barr, Giovanini, Eckhoff, Causer, Lee, Cranford, Bradshaw, and Howard. Abstain vote recorded: Wille

H. Authorization to Seek Pre-Demolition Abatement

Motion by Howard, second by Wille to approve the abatement inspection from the Deigan Group at a cost of $2,500.00 for the properties at 206 S. Mill St and 210 S. Mill St. On a roll call vote motion carried 9-0. Aye votes recorded: Barr, Giovanini, Eckhoff, Causer, Lee, Cranford, Bradshaw, Howard and Wille.

I. Seek Requests for Proposal for Sale of 220 W. Madison St.

Motion by Eckhoff, second by Giovanini to issue a request for proposals for the purchase of 220 W. Madison St, with the preferred proposal for retail use. On a roll call vote motion carried 9-0. Aye votes recorded: Barr, Giovanini, Eckhoff, Causer, Lee, Cranford, Bradshaw, Howard and Wille.

J. Environmental Report Proposal for Ambulance Sub Station

Motion by Bradshaw, second by Howard to approve the Environmental Report Proposal for the Ambulance substation from Farnsworth Group to satisfy the USDA. TIF Funds will be used. On a roll call vote motion carried 9-0. Aye votes recorded: Barr, Giovanini, Eckhoff, Causer, Lee, Cranford, Bradshaw, Howard and Wille.

Mayor Comments

Mayor Alvey noted the paint job on the safety complex and the Rockin at the River concert. Also, mentioned the passing of Bill Cole who had been on the Building & Zoning Board for 40 years.

Administrator Comments

Jim Woolford explained again the 1% sales tax that will go into effect next year. Also updates on the Vermillion Plaza and the sales tax in that area.

City Clerk announced who would be up for election next year. Mayor, Clerk, Treasurer, 1st Ward (Barr); 2nd Ward (Kallas); 3rd Ward (Lee); 4th Ward (Cranford) and 5th Ward (Wille) If anyone needs a packet for running to contact Shari Dunham. If there is a primary, it would be held on February 25, 2025. General election is April 1st 2025

Council Comments

Mike Barr attended the Tom Bennett Breakfast. There were speakers on what is available from the State to help municipalities.

Kelly Eckhoff has been asked about the new sales tax increase and those asking if the extra sale tax at the Vermillion Plaza would increase total sales tax and she & Barbara are planning to attend the IML Conference in Chicago.

Frank Giovanini asked about the proposed Illinois Water increase and can the City do anything to voice their opinion. Jim Woolford is going to check with IML.

Barbara Howard is getting more complaint on the cable company construction. All inquires should go to Chris Brock.

Public Comments

None

Executive Session

Motion by Eckhoff, second by Lee to adjourn to Executive Session for the purpose of discussing Property Acquisition as authorized under Section 2(c)2 of the Illinois Open Meetings Act. On a roll call vote motion carried 9-0. Aye votes recorded: Barr, Giovanini, Eckhoff, Causer, Lee, Cranford, Bradshaw, Howard and Wille.

Return from Executive Session

Adjournment

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

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