McLean County Times

City of Pontiac City Council met July 7.

Here are the minutes provided by the council:

The regular meeting of the Pontiac City Council was held on July 7, 2025. Mayor Eckhoff 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, S. Hoerner, Gill, A. Hoerner, Causer, Cranford, Bradshaw, Howard and Wille.

REGULAR AGENDA

A. Solar on Earth Anchor Community Solar Agreement

Presentation was made by Solar on Earth group. Discussed the pros and cons of having this system in our community. Discussion was held and questions were asked regarding process and grid work.

Motion was made by Barr, seconded by Causer to approve the agreement pending Attorney Schrock and City Administrator Woolford's approval of the agreement. On a roll call vote motion carried 7 Aye, 3 Nay. Aye votes recorded. Giovanini, Barr, S. Hoerner, Gill, A. Hoerner, Causer, Wille. Nay votes recorded. Cranford, Bradshaw, Howard.

B. License agreement - Noah Nelson Route 66 Roadhouse Outdoor Cafe

City Administrator Woolford presented the agreement with the City and Route 66 Roadhouse. The outdoor furniture would be the city, but at Route 66 Roadhouse. When events on Block 59 happen, the city would have access to the furniture. Discussion was held.

Motion was made by Bradshaw, seconded by Howard to approve the license agreement. On a roll call vote, motion carried 10-0. Aye votes recorded. Giovanini, Barr, S. Hoerner, Gill, A. Hoerner, Causer, Cranford, Bradshaw, Howard, Wille.

C. Pickle Ball Bids

City Administrator Woolford presents the bids that have come in regarding the pickleball courts. There were five total bids. Discussion was held regarding the bids.

Motion was made by Howard, seconded by Cranford to approve the bid from Vissering Construction. On a roll call vote, motion carried 8-2. Aye votes recorded. Barr, S. Hoerner, Gill, Causer, Cranford, Bradshaw, Howard, Wille. Nay votes recorded. Giovanini, A. Hoerner.

D. Parks Purchase Maintenance coat for splashpad surface

Parks and Recreation Supervisor Beckman presented the issue with the splash pad and

what the coating will do to help. Discussion was held.

Motion was made by Causer, seconded by Barr to approve maintenance coat for the splash pad. On a roll call vote motion carried 10 Aye, oNay. Aye votes recorded. Barr, Giovanini, S. Hoerner, Gill, A. Hoerner, Causer Cranford, Bradshaw, Howard and Wille.

E. Resolution 2025-R-004

City Administrator Woolford presented the resolution levying additional .02% tax under Section 3-1 of the Illinois Local Library Act for building and building maintenance. Discussion was held.

Motion was made by Howard, seconded by Wille to approve resolution 2025-R-004. On a roll call vote motion carried 5-0. Wille abstained. Aye votes recorded: Barr, Giovanini, Cranford, Howard and Wille.

F. Committee Report

Alderman Cranford presented the report from the most recent meeting. Questions were

discussed. Meeting being postponed.

No Vote.

G. Social District Parameters

Mayor Eckhoff presented a map of where the parameters would be for the drink program.

Discussion was held.

Motion was made by Bradshaw and seconded by Cranford to Vote to approve social district parameters pending Attorney Schrock's ordinance. On a roll call vote, motion carried 9-1. Aye votes recorded: Barr, S. Hoerner, Gill, A. Hoerner, Causer, Cranford, Bradshaw, Howard and Wille. Nay votes recorded. Giovanini.

H. Art Cars update

Liz Vincent presented an update on the Art Cars program. 2 proposals have been

accepted. Looking for potential space for artists to work.

No vote.

I Art Cars 218 Madison Street Proposal

Liz Vincent presents a proposal for the empty space at 218 Madison to be a workspace for artists who want to do this program but might not have a space to work. Discussion was held.

Motion was made by Cranford and seconded by Causer to approve 218 Madison Street to be a workspace for artists working on the art cars. On a roll call vote, motion carried 10- o. Aye votes recorded: Barr, Giovanni, S. Hoerner, Gill, A. Hoerner, Causer, Cranford, Bradshaw, Howard and Wille.

J. Archeological Survey - Ambulance Substation

City Administrator Woolford presented hopefully the last survey needed before the

substation can be started. Discussion held.

Motion was made by Barr seconded by Gill to approve Archeological Survey. On a roll call vote, motion carried 10-0. Aye votes recorded: Barr, Giovanni, S. Hoerner, Gill, A. Hoerner, Causer, Cranford, Bradshaw, Howard and Wille.

Mayor Comments

Mayor Eckhoff commented on the great event for the Fourth of July. Spoke about the IML Conference, as well as the new committee assignments.

Administrator Comments

Jim Woolford thanked the staff for the busy month of events happening in the city.

Council Comments

Alderman Causer asked about the rumors at Kmart, was told they are under new management and planning on opening. Aiderman Giovanini spoke about the issues on Kathryn Street and the bad neighboring. Alderman Barr spoke about the lost water service at the trailer park on Water Street. The city council talked about the turnout at the municipal band despite the heat.

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