City of Waterloo City Council met Feb. 6.
Here is the minutes as provided by the Council:
1. The meeting was called to order by Mayor Tom Smith.
2. The following Aldermen were present: Notheisen, Thomas, Hopkins, Trantham, Darter, Frederick, Row and Heller.
3. Pledge of Allegiance led by Mayor Tom Smith.
4. Correction or Withdrawal of Agenda Items by Sponsor.
5. Approval of Minutes as Written or Amended.
Motion made by Alderman Darter and seconded by Alderman Heller to approve January 16, 2017, 7:30 p.m. City Council Meeting Minutes. Motion passed unanimously to approve the minutes with Alderman Darter, Frederick, Row, Heller, Notheisen, Thomas, Hopkins andTrantham voting yea.
6. Petitions by Citizens on Non-Agenda Items.
Mr. Gerald Siekerka of Links Lane, Waterloo, addressed the Council regarding the bright light that shines from Mystic Oaks parking lot. He stated he has difficulty watching TV and driving safely. Mayor Smith said the city officials will look into the matter.
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.
No report.
D. Report of Director of Public Works.
No report.
E. Report of Chief of Police.
Chief Douglas reported on charges pending after police found several firearms inside a Waterloo residence that a convicted felon had access to in a case that began on Instagram.
F. Report of City Attorney.
No report.
G. Report and Communication by Mayor.
1. Reappointment of Mr. Ken Gibbs to the Zoning Board of Appeals for a 5-year Term to Expire on Feb. 01, 2022.
Motion to approve the appointment of Mr. Ken Gibbs to the Zoning Board of Appeals for a 5-year Term to Expire on Feb. 01, 2022 passed unanimously with Aldermen Notheisen, Thomas, Hopkins, Trantham, Darter, Frederick, Row and Heller voting yea.
8. Report of Standing Committees.
No report.
9. Report of Special Committees.
No report.
10. Presentation of Communications, Petitions, Resolutions, Orders and Ordinances by Aldermen.
A. Consideration and Action on Ordinance No. 1713 Amending the Revised Code of Ordinances of the City of Waterloo, Illinois, Chapter 38 Utility Systems, Article I, Electric Systems, by the Amendment of Section 38-1-36 Electric Rates by the Addition of (G) Utility Tax and (H) City Tax.Motion made by Alderman Heller and seconded by Alderman Hopkins to approve Ordinance No. 1713 amending the Revised Code of Ordinances of the City of Waterloo, Illinois, Chapter 38 Utility Systems, Article I, Electric Systems, by the amendment of Section 38-1-36 Electric Rates by the addition of (G) Utility Tax and (H) City Tax. Discussion. Alderman Heller stated the Ordinance Committee was in 100% agreement for this ordinance. Motion passed unanimously with Aldermen Heller, Notheisen, Thomas, Hopkins, Trantham, Darter, Frederick and Row voting yea.
B. Consideration and Action on Ordinance No. 1714 Revised Code of Ordinances of the City of Waterloo, Illinois, Chapter 38 Utility Systems, Article I, Electric Systems, by the Amendment of Section 38-1-9(C) Nonresidential Customers. Motion made by Alderman Heller and seconded by Alderman Hopkins to approve Ordinance No. 1714 amending the Revised Code of Ordinances of the City of Waterloo, Illinois, Chapter 38 Utility Systems, Article I, Electric Systems, by the amendment of Section 38-1-9(C) Nonresidential Customers. Discussion. Alderman Heller stated the Ordinance Committee was in 100% agreement for this ordinance. Motion passed unanimously with Aldermen Heller, Notheisen, Thomas, Hopkins, Trantham, Darter, Frederick and Row voting yea.
C. Consideration and Action on Ordinance No. 1715 Providing for the Vacation of a Portion of a Public and Municipal Utility and Drainage Easement on Lot 7 of the North Pointe Phase III, First Phase, Subdivision; and, a Portion of a Public and Municipal Utility and Drainage Easement on Lot 8 of the Elsie Kolmer Subdivision in the City of Waterloo, Illinois. Motion made by Alderman Notheisen and seconded by Alderman Hopkins to approve Ordinance No. 1715 providing for the vacation of a portion of a Public and Municipal Utility and Drainage Easement on Lot 7 of the North Pointe Phase III, First Phase, Subdivision; and, a portion of a Public and Municipal Utility and Drainage Easement on Lot 8 of the Elsie Kolmer Subdivision in the City of Waterloo, Illinois. Discussion. Craig Brauer spoke to the Council and answered questions regarding North Pointe Phase III. Motion passed unanimously with Aldermen Notheisen, Thomas, Hopkins, Trantham, Darter, Frederick, Row and Heller voting yea.
D. Consideration and Action on Resolution No. 17-02 Authorizing the Execution of a Professional Services Agreement - Task Order No. 15 Between the City of Waterloo, Illinois and HMG Engineers Inc. for Engineering Services Related to the South Market Street Sidewalk Project with a Not to Exceed Amount of $45,500.00. Motion made by Alderman Trantham and seconded by Alderman Hopkins to approve Resolution No. 17-02 authorizing the execution of a Professional Services Agreement - Task Order No. 15 between the City of Waterloo, Illinois and HMG Engineers Inc. for Engineering Services related to the South Market Street Sidewalk Project with a not to exceed amount of $45,500.00. Discussion. Alderman Trantham stated the Street Committee unanimously approved this project. Motion passed unanimously with Aldermen Trantham, Darter, Frederick, Row, Heller, Notheisen, Thomas and Hopkins voting yea.
E. Consideration and Action on Resolution No. 17-03 Authorizing the Execution of a Professional Services Agreement - Task Order No. 16 Between the City of Waterloo, Illinois and HMG Engineers Inc. for Engineering Services Related to the Lou-Del Subdivision Streets Mill / Overlay Project with a Not to Exceed Amount of $87,500.00.
Motion made by Alderman Notheisen and seconded by Alderman Hopkins to approve Resolution No. 17-03 authorizing the execution of a Professional Services Agreement - Task Order No. 16 between the City of Waterloo, Illinois and HMG Engineers Inc. for Engineering Services related to the Lou-Del Subdivision Streets Mill / Overlay Project with a not to exceed amount of $87,500.00. Discussion. Alderman Notheisen stated Lou-Del needs better streets. Motion passed unanimously with Aldermen Notheisen, Thomas, Hopkins, Trantham, Darter, Frederick, Row and Heller voting yea.
11. Unfinished Business.
None.
12. Miscellaneous Business.
A. Consideration and Action on Warrant No. 550.
Motion made by Alderman Darter and seconded by Alderman Frederick to approve Warrant No. 550. Motion passed unanimously with Aldermen Darter, Frederick, Row, Heller, Notheisen, Thomas, Hopkins and Trantham voting yea.
B. Consideration and Action on Request from the Waterloo Lions Club for their Annual Car Show to be held on April 23, 2017 and for the Street Closures of 1) Mill Street – Market to alley west of Main; 2) Main Street – alley north of Mill to alley south of Third; and, 3) Third Street – Market to alley west of Main. Motion made by Alderman Notheisen and seconded by Alderman Hopkins to approve a request from the Waterloo Lions Club for their Annual Car Show to be held on April 23, 2017 and for the street closures of 1) Mill Street – Market to alley west of Main; 2) Main Street – alley north of Mill to alley south of Third; and, 3) Third Street – Market to alley west of Main. Discussion. The Aldermen agreed the annual car show is a big draw to downtown. Motion passed unanimously with Aldermen Notheisen, Thomas, Hopkins, Trantham, Darter, Frederick, Row and Heller voting yea.
C. Consideration and Action on Approval of the Final Plat for North Pointe Phase III, 2nd Phase. Motion made by Alderman Trantham and seconded by Alderman Hopkins to approve the Final Plat for North Pointe Phase III, 2nd Phase. Motion passed unanimously with Aldermen Trantham, Darter, Frederick, Row, Heller, Notheisen, Thomas and Hopkins
voting yea.
D. Consideration and Action on Route Approval and Partial Street Closure Request from the Maidez Center – Autism Committee for Partial Closure of East Fourth Street between the Gardner Elementary Entrance and Rogers Street, and Rogers Street between East Fourth Street and the North Entrance to Rogers Grade School for their 4th Annual SUPERHERO 5K Run and Fun Walk to be held on Saturday, September 02, 2017 beginning at 8:00 a.m. Motion made by Alderman Notheisen and seconded by Alderman Row to approve the route and partial street closure request from the Maidez Center – Autism Committee for partial closure of East Fourth Street between the Gardner Elementary Entrance and Rogers Street, and Rogers Street between East Fourth Street and the North Entrance to Rogers Grade School for their 4th Annual SUPERHERO 5K Run and Fun Walk to be held on Saturday, September 02, 2017 beginning at 8:00 a.m. Motion passed unanimously with Aldermen Notheisen, Thomas, Hopkins, Trantham, Darter, Frederick, Row and Heller voting yea.
13. Discussion of Matters by Council Members Arising After Agenda Deadline.
Alderman Hopkins announced the annual basketball game between Waterloo and Gibault high schools will be this Tuesday at the Waterloo gym. Alderman Heller stated he has spoken with Mr. Siekerka of Links Lane regarding the bright light from Mystic Oak parking lot.
14. Motion to Adjourn. Motion made by Alderman Trantham and seconded by Alderman Row to adjourn. Motion passed by unanimous voice vote. Mayor Smith adjourned the meeting at 8:05 p.m.