The Waterloo City Council met Monday, June 6.
The Waterloo City Council, along with the mayor, approve all ordinances, resolutions and contracts with the city. The mayor and city council also review any programs to meet community needs. In addition, the council oversees the financing of city operations, approves appointments to various city boards and commissions, liaisons with other government agencies, and responds to the concerns of community groups and citizens.
Here are the minutes as provided by Waterloo:
MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL MEETING JUNE 06, 2016
1. The meeting was called to order by Mayor Tom Smith.
2. The following Aldermen were present: Notheisen, Thomas, Hopkins, Trantham, Darter,Frederick, Koerber and Heller.
Mayor Tom Smith called for a moment of silence for former alderman and Planning Commission member Eric Baker, who died May 30 at the age of 48. The moment of silence was also conducted in recognition of the 72nd anniversary of the D-Day invasion on June 6, 1944.
3. Pledge of Allegiance led by Mayor Smith.
4. Correction or Withdrawal of Agenda Items by Sponsor. None.
5. Approval of Minutes as Written or Amended. Motion made by Alderman Darter and seconded by Alderman Frederick to approve May 16, 2016 7:30 p.m. City Council Meeting Minutes. Motion passed unanimously with Aldermen Darter, Frederick, Koerber, Heller, Notheisen, Thomas, Hopkins and Trantham voting yea.
6. Petitions by Citizens on Non-Agenda Items.None.
7. Reports and Communications from the Mayor and other City Officers.
A. Report of Collector.
No report.
B. Report of Treasurer.
No report.
C. Report of Zoning Administrator.
Administrator Nagel said 14 single family building permits have been issued this month. 500-600 comprehensive plan surveys have been received to date with one more public workshop being planned and the results at a later date.
D. Report of Director of Public Works.
Director Birk stated Rte. 156 and Park Street have been reopened. Safe Routes to School is 50% complete. On Friday, 6-10-16, bids will be open for the Hamacher Street, Osterhage Drive and Bradford Lane resurfacing project.
E. Report of Chief of Police.
No report.
F. Report of City Attorney.No report.
G. Report and Communication by Mayor.
No report.
8. Report of Standing Committees.
No report.
9. Report of Special Committees.
No report.
June 06, 2016 – CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
10. Presentation of Communications, Petitions, Resolutions, Orders and Ordinances by Aldermen.
A. Consideration and Action on Resolution No.16-08 Authorizing the Local Public Agency Agreement for Federal Participation and Appropriation of Funds for the Hamacher Street, Osterhage Drive and Bradford Lane Resurfacing Project. Motion for approval made by Alderman Koerber and seconded by Alderman Heller. Discussion. Alderman Koerber requested posting of ‘work’ signs. Motion passed unanimously with Aldermen Koerber, Heller, Notheisen, Thomas, Hopkins, Trantham, Darter and Frederick voting yea.
11. Unfinished Business.
None.
12. Miscellaneous Business.
A. Consideration and Action on Warrant No. 542.
Motion made by Alderman Notheisen and seconded by Alderman Hopkins to approve Warrant No. 542. Motion passed unanimously with Aldermen Notheisen, Thomas, Hopkins, Trantham, Darter, Frederick, Koerber and Heller voting yea.
B. Consideration and Action on Raffle License Request and Waiver of Bond from Stratton Chiropractic for a Raffle to be held on June 16, 2016, 5:30 p.m., at the Stratton Chiropractic office located at 434 West Fourth Street, Waterloo, IL. Motion made by Alderman Darter and seconded by Alderman Hopkins to approve a Raffle License Request and Waiver of Bond from Stratton Chiropractic for a raffle to be held on June 16, 2016, 5:30 p.m. at the Stratton Chiropractic office located at 434 West Fourth Street, Waterloo, IL. Discussion. Alderman Notheisen stated raffles should be for non-profit organizations and made a motion to table this request with a second by Alderman Frederick. According to the city ordinances, a raffle must be for a non-profit cause. It was determined the aforesaid raffle did not meet this criteria. A second motion was made by Alderman Darter and the motion died for lack of a second.
C. Consideration and Action on Street Closure Request from Real Life United Methodist Church for the Partial Closure of Stiening Street, between Park Street and the rear church alley, from 4:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. for their Third Annual Block Party to be held on Friday, June 24, 2016. Motion made by Alderman Heller and seconded by Alderman Hopkins to approve a Street Closure Request from Real Life United Methodist Church for the partial closure of Stiening Street, between Park Street and the rear church alley, from 4:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. for their Third Annual Block Party to be held on Friday, June 24, 2016. Discussion. Melissa Scott from the Real Life United Methodist Church spoke to the council and explained the block party. Motion passed unanimously with Aldermen Heller, Koerber, Notheisen, Thomas, Hopkins, Trantham, Darter and Frederick voting yea.
D. Consideration and Action on Approval of Insituform as Low Bidder in the Amount of $117,814.50 from the 2016 Sewer Lining Bid Opening held on June 01, 2016 at 2:00 p.m. Motion made by Alderman Trantham and seconded by Alderman Hopkins to approve Insituform as low bidder in the amount of $117,814.50 from the 2016 Sewer Lining Bid Opening held on June 01, 2016 at 2:00 p.m. Discussion. Alderman Hopkins asked about the budget for this bid and it was explained the bid came under the budget of $150,000. Motion passed unanimously with Aldermen Trantham, Darter, Frederick, Koerber, Heller, Notheisen, Thomas and Hopkins voting yea.
E. Consideration and Action on Approval of Creekside Estates Second Addition, FinalPlat. Motion made by Alderman Trantham and seconded by Alderman Hopkins to approve the Creekside Estates Second Addition, Final Plat. Motion passed unanimously with Aldermen Trantham, Darter, Frederick, Koerber, Heller, Notheisen, Thomas and Hopkins voting yea.
F. Consideration and Action on Oak Hill Care and Rehabilitation Center Site Plan for New Addition and Signing of EPA Permits. Motion made by Alderman Notheisen and seconded by Alderman Frederick to approve the Oak Hill Care and Rehabilitation Center Site Plan for a new addition and signing of EPA Permits. Discussion. It was confirmed there will be a separate drainage site. Motion passed unanimously with Aldermen Notheisen, Thomas, Hopkins, Trantham, Darter, Frederick, Koerber and Heller voting yea.
F. Consideration and Action on Renewal of Dental Insurance with Delta Dental.
Motion made by Alderman Heller and seconded by Alderman Notheisen to approve the renewal of dental insurance with Delta Dental. Discussion. Alderman Heller stated this is for 15 months with 0% increase. Motion passed unanimously with Aldermen Heller, Notheisen, Thomas, Hopkins, Trantham, Darter, Frederick and Koerber voting yea.
G. Consideration and Action on Renewal of Life Insurance with ProTec Insurance Company. Motion made by Alderman Heller and seconded by Alderman Thomas to approve the renewal of life insurance with Protect Insurance Company. Discussion. Alderman Heller stated this is for a 15-month period with 0% increase. Motion passed unanimously with Aldermen Heller, Notheisen, Thomas, Hopkins, Trantham, Darter, Frederick and Koerber voting yea.
13. Discussion of Matters by Council Members Arising After Agenda Deadline.
Alderman Notheisen announced the arrival of his new grandson.
Alderman Hopkins noted the picnic tables at Lakeview need repair and ground needs mulching and noticed 3 cars from Missouri at the fishing pier. The last Ministerial Meeting for the summer will be June 8. Impact Day will be held at Hope Church on October 2.
Alderman Koerber stated the ‘Vicious Animal Rules’ need reviewing at the Dog Park.
Alderman Darter reported the Optimist car show Sunday was well attended with 170 cars on display.
Mayor Smith reminded the council of the band concert Tuesday, June 7, 2016 @ 7:30, Cricket Wireless ribbon cutting Tuesday, June 7, 2016 @ 10 a.m., Oak Hill Block Party, Tuesday, June 7, 2016 @ 5 p.m. and the Kaskaskia Trail Media Tour Thursday, June 9, 2016 @ 8 a.m.
14. Motion to Adjourn. Motion made by Alderman Notheisen and seconded by Alderman Frederick to adjourn. Motion passed by unanimous voice vote. Mayor Smith adjourned the meeting at 8:05 p.m.
Barbara Pace, CITY CLERK
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