Vienna City Council met May 3.
Here is the minutes provided by the Council:
Elected/Appointed Officials Present:
Jon Simmons, Mayor
Alan Racey, Alderman
Melissa Hill, Alderwoman
Chesley Williams, Alderman
Richard Owen, Alderman
Jim Evans, Alderman
Josh Stratemeyer, City Attorney
Aleatha Wright, City Clerk
Jim Miller, Police Chief
Shane Racey, City Superintendent
Brent Williams, Fire Chief
Margaret Mathis, City Librarian
Phil Morris, Depot
Elected/Appointed Officials Absent:
Cheryl Myrick, Alderwoman
Guests:
Debbie Riddle
Austin Tuey
Kelin Field
Linda Williams
Jennifer Goines
Colton Goines
Brian Ziegler
Gary Dahmer
Tambra Cain
There being a quorum, Mayor Simmons called the meeting of the Vienna City Council to order at 6:30 p.m.
Alderman Hill made a motion to approve the Omnibus Consent Agenda consisting of the April 19, 2017 City Council Meeting Minutes, the Warrant ($14,931.32), and March 2017 Treasurer's Report. Alderman Evans seconded the motion. Roll call: Hill-yes, Evans- yes, Myrick-absent, Owen-yes, Racey-yes, and Williams-yes. Motion carried.
New Business:
The Swearing in ceremony of newly elected officials took place. Sworn in officials included Mayor, Jon Simmons, City Clerk, Aleatha Wright, Alderman Ward 1- Austin Tuey, Alderman Ward 2- Alan Racey, and Alderman Ward 3-Debbie Riddle.
Mayor Simmons presented awards to outgoing Alderman, Chesley Williams and Jim Evans. Simmons expressed gratitude on behalf of the city for their many years of service and dedication.
Alderman Owen made a motion to Authorize and Approve the Perkins House Inn TIF Redevelopment Agreement. The motion was seconded by Alderman Hill. Roll call: Hill-yes, Riddle-yes, Myrick-absent, Owen-yes, Racey-yes, and Tuey-yes. Motion carried
Alderman Hill made a motion to Authorize and Approve Resolution 17-04, A Resolution to Kathy Harper for Development of Certain Property Located in the City of Vienna, IL. The motion was seconded by Alderman Tuey. Roll call: Hill-yes, Riddle-yes, Myrick- absent, Owen-yes, Racey-yes, and Tuey-yes. Motion carried.
Alderman Tuey made a motion to Authorize and Approve Ordinance No. 17-02, an Ordinance adding Section 130.27- Removal of and Protection from Animal Excrement- To Chapter 130 (Offenses) Of Title 13 (General Offenses) of the Vienna Code of Ordinances. The motion was seconded by Alderman Riddle. Roll call: Hill-yes, Riddle-yes, Myrick- absent, Owen-yes, Racey-yes, and Tuey-yes. Motion carried.
Alderman Hill made a motion to Authorize and Approve Funds for a Speed Reducer Gearbox from Motion Industries. Estimated cost $1,287.29. The motion was seconded by Alderman Owen. Roll call: Hill-yes, Riddle-yes, Myrick-absent, Owen-yes, Racey-yes, and Tuey-yes. Motion carried.
Alderman Hill made a motion to Authorize and Approve the change of residential address of 822 1/2 North 6th St. to 824 North 6th St. per recommendation from Johnson County 911 Coordinator. The motion was seconded by Alderman Racey. Roll call: Hill-yes, Riddle-yes, Myrick- absent, Owen- yes, Racey-yes, and Tuey-yes. Motion carried.
Public Comment:
Gary Dahmer was present seeking authorization from council for a sewer lift station to be installed at the former Gambit for development. Council had discussion on loan options. Alderman Owen made a motion to give consent to Clarida & Ziegler to move forward with design of the lift station and a verbal commitment for the city to cover costs as Dahmer verbally committed to $20,000.00 towards the lift station. The motion was seconded by Alderman Racey. Roll call: Hill-yes, Riddle-yes, Myrick-absent, Owen-yes, Racey-yes, and Tuey-yes. Motion carried.
Kelin Field was present to update council on his Court Street Cafe plans as his TIF packet recommendation would be on the next scheduled meetings agenda.
City Elected and Appointed Officials:
Mayor Simmons mentioned obtaining a quote of electrical outlets being installed around the city square. Simmons discussed the Fall Fest being organized by the Elks Lodge with Alderman Hill and Riddle.
Wright discussed additional cyber liability coverage suggested by the city's current insurance provider. Council was in consent to get a quote.
Supt. Racey discussed estimate of a solar powered crosswalk sign with timer for the school crosswalk on 146. Racey said VGS would be discussing splitting costs with the city at their next scheduled board meeting.
Police Chief Miller discussed the city adopting an ordinance for administrative fees for towing. City Attorney Stratemeyer was present to review state statute and comment on details to prepare the ordinance. Council gave consent for Stratemeyer to prepare ordinance for passage. Miller also mention citations issued for ordinance violation of tall weeds/grass.
Fire Chief Williams congratulated newly elected officials and updated council on the status if hotel burn at the old Gambit Inn.
At 7:55 p.m. Alderman Owen made a motion to go out of Regular Session into closed Session. Pending Litigation as per 5ILCS 120/2(c)(11). The motion was seconded by Alderman Racey. Motion Carried.
At 8:40 p.m. Alderman Racey made a motion to resume the Regular session meeting. Motion was seconded by Alderman Hill. Motion carried.
As there was no further business to discuss Alderman Racey made a motion to adjourn. Motion was seconded by Alderman Riddle. Motion carried.
Mayor Simmons declared the meeting adjourned at 8:40 p.m.
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