Wilmington City Council met Aug. 1.
Here is the minutes provided by the Council:
Call to Order
The Regular Meeting of the Wilmington City Council on August 1, 2017 was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Mayor Strong in the Council Chambers of the Wilmington City Hall.
Roll Call
Upon Roll Call by the Clerk the following members of the corporate authorities answered “Here” or “Present”:
Aldermen Present Persic, L. Hall, K. Hall, Tutor, Kirwin, Evans, Studer, Butler
Quorum
There being a sufficient number of members of the corporate authorities in attendance to constitute a quorum, the meeting was declared in order.
Other Officials in Attendance
Also in attendance was the Interim City Administrator Frank Koehler, Deputy City Clerk Joie Ziller, City Accountant Kim Doglio, Attorney George Mahoney, Attorney Bryan Wellner
Approval of Minutes
Alderman Tutor made a motion and Alderman Kirwin seconded to approve the July 18, 2017 Regular City Council meeting minutes and the July 25, 2017 Special City Council meeting minutes and have them placed on file
Upon roll call, the vote was:
AYES: 8 Aldermen Persic, L. Hall, K. Hall, Tutor, Butler, Kirwin, Evans, Studer
NAYS: 0
The motion carried.
Mayor’ Report
Mayor Strong requested a moment of silence for Elizabeth Larson. Ms. Larson died Saturday, July 29, 2017 in a boating accident on the Kankakee River at the dam.
Mayor Strong reported that the Catfish Days festival went well. He stated that only three arrests were made, three which were carnival works.
Mayor Strong informed the Council that he would like the Council to meet (Committee-of-the-Whole) prior to each City Council meeting held on the 1st Tuesday of each month. These meetings would begin at 6:30 p.m. and open to the public. The Council was in favor of this type of workshop meeting.
Alderman Persic made a motion and Alderman Tutor seconded to approve the Mayoral Appointment of Patrick Nugent as Water Treatment Plant Superintendent
Discussion: Mayor Strong reported that the previous appointee, Ryan Foster, declined the Mayoral Appointment so now it goes to the next person interested in the position. Mayor Strong did confirm that Patrick Nugent does hold a Class A Water Operator License.
Upon roll call, the vote was:
AYES: 8 Aldermen Persic, L. Hall, K. Hall, Tutor, Butler, Kirwin, Evans, Studer
NAYS: 0
The motion carried.
Citizen Comments
None
Planning & Zoning Commission
The next meeting is scheduled for Thursday, August 3, 2017 at 5:00 p.m.
Committee Reports
Buildings, Grounds, Parks, Health & Safety Committee
The next scheduled meeting is Wednesday, August 9, 2017 at 5:30 p.m.
Water, Sewer, Streets and Alleys Committee
The next scheduled meeting is Wednesday, August 9, 2017 at 6:00 p.m.
Police & ESDA Committee
The next scheduled meeting is Tuesday, August 8, 2017 at 5:30 p.m.
Finance, Administration & Land Acquisition Committee
Alderman Studer made a motion and Alderman Tutor seconded to approve the Accounts Payable Report dated August 1, 2017 in the amount of $323,709.81 as presented by the City Accountant
Upon roll call, the vote was:
AYES: 8 Aldermen Persic, L. Hall, K. Hall, Tutor, Butler, Kirwin, Evans, Studer
NAYS: 0
The motion carried.
Discussion: None
The next scheduled meeting is Tuesday, August 15, 2017 at 6:00 p.m.
Ordinance & License Committee
Co-Chairs – Larry Hall & John Persic Jr.
Alderman K. Hall announced the second reading of the following ordinances:
An Ordinance Amending Title III of the City of Wilmington Code of Ordinances Providing for Cost Recovery Provisions
An Ordinance Establishing Vehicle Weight Limits, Dimension and Permits for the City of Wilmington
An Ordinance Establishing Policies and Procedures for the Issuance of a Commercial Filming Permit in the City of Wilmington
The next scheduled meeting is Tuesday, August 8, 2017 at 5:30 p.m.
Personnel & Collective Bargaining Committee
Co-Chairs – Larry Hall & John Persic Jr.
Nothing at this time
Interim City Administrator’s Report
Interim City Administrator Koehler’s report is attached to these minutes for future reference.
Alderman Studer questioned the status of the sales tax of Ozinga. He stated that there is great deal of concrete work at Ridgeport Logistics Park and wants to make sure this is being handled in accordance with the Department of Revenue. Interim City Administrator Koehler stated that this is something the City is checking on.
Alderman Evans asked Mr. Koehler if he has had a chance to meet with City Engineer Zemaitis to discuss opening up and renegotiating his contract with the City. City Interim Koehler stated that he would have to meet with Mayor Strong first to discuss this.
Alderman L. Hall questioned the City’s involvement with the Kankakee River Water Trail knowing that the City does not have money in the budget for a study or grant match. Interim City Administrator Koehler assured Alderman L. Hall that the City would incur no cost.
Attorney’s Report
Attorney Wellner reported that one of issues they are working on is the property maintenance issue on Joliet Street.
Adjournment
Motion to adjourn the meeting made by Alderman Tutor and seconded by Alderman K. Hall. Upon voice vote, the motion carried. The Regular Meeting of the City of Wilmington City Council held on August 1, 2017 adjourned at 7:18 p.m.
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