Pinckneyville City Council met Sept. 11.
Here is the minutes provided by the Council:
ROLL CALL
Mayor Robert L. Spencer called the regular meeting of the Pinckneyville City Council to order at 6:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers, City Hall. Members present: Commissioners Kevin B. Hicks, Sammy D. Peradotta, David M. Stone, William B. Stotlar and Mayor Robert L. Spencer. Mayor Spencer declared a quorum present. Clerk West reported that he received a call from Ms. Beth Porter and they would like their council appearance to be postponed. This is agenda item #1 on Commissioner Stone’s agenda. Mayor Spencer then announced the agenda was set. Administrative staff present: City Clerk Larry S. West, City Attorney Donald Bigham, Police Chief John Griffin, Fire Chief James Gielow and Economic Development Officer Ms. Carrie Gilliam.
The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Commissioner David M. Stone.
PREVIOUS MINUTES
Commissioner Stone made a motion to approve the previous minutes. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Stotlar. On roll call: Commissioners Hicks, Peradotta, Stone, Stotlar, and Mayor Spencer voted YEA. NAYS: None. Motion declared carried.
TREASURER’S REPORT
Treasurer Reese reported that total bank balances are $5,291,745.31 at the end of August, 2017. He then stated that unrestricted bank balances are $722,351.79 which is $286,717.70 lower than last year. Clerk West reported that the Department of Corrections owes the city $880,591.13. Commissioner Stotlar made a motion to approve the treasurer’s report. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Peradotta. On roll call: Commissioners Hicks, Peradotta, Stone, Stotlar, and Mayor Spencer voted YEA. NAYS: None. Motion declared carried.
ACCOUNTS PAYABLE
Commissioner Stotlar made a motion to approve accounts payable. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Stone. On roll call: Commissioners Hicks, Peradotta, Stone, Stotlar, and Mayor Spencer voted YEA. NAYS: None. Motion declared carried.
CORRESPONDENCE
Commissioner Stone reported on the Jake Bender Pool’s 2017 season. He stated that concession net margin was 72%. Swim parties were up 145%, swim lessons were up 93%, and gate sales, and passes were also up substantially. He commended Ms. Carrie Hardin on the great job she does.
Commissioner Peradotta said that he thought his comments at the last meeting regarding Ms. Beth Boling’s ‘back windshield’ were blown out of proportion. He apologized to Ms. Boling for the remarks and said he was sorry if he offended her.
CLASS A LIQUOR ESTABLISHMENTS
Commissioner Hicks announced he has received a request from Class A liquor establishments to remain open until 2:00 a.m. on the dates of October 28 and 29, 2017 and on January 1, 2018. He stated that the city has done this in the past. Commissioner Hicks moved to approve the request. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Peradotta. On roll call: Commissioners Hicks, Peradotta, Stone, Stotlar, and Mayor Spencer voted YEA. NAYS: None. Motion declared carried.
PURCHASE A DUMPER DOGG PICKUP INSERT
Commissioner Peradotta asked for permission to purchase an eight foot Digger Dogg Pickup Dump insert at a price of $3,565.00 from Midwest System Truck Equipment, St. Louis, Missouri. He stated that he has received three quotes on the insert. This insert goes on a pickup truck and will allow easier dumping of debris. Commissioner Peradotta then made a motion to approve the purchase. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Stotlar. On roll call: Commissioners Hicks, Peradotta, Stone, Stotlar, and Mayor Spencer voted YEA. NAYS: None. Motion declared carried.
PURCHASE CULVERT PIPE AND MATERIALS
Commissioner Peradotta asked to table this request until he receives additional quotes.
PERMISSION TO REPAIR A FORD F550 TRUCK
Commissioner Peradotta asked permission to repair a 2012 Ford F550 Super Duty truck at a price of $6,173.21. The repairs would be made by Vogler Motor Company. He explained that initially the turbo charger was replaced but the truck stopped operating immediately. Upon further inspection it was determined that the catalytic converter needed replaced. Commissioner Peradotta then made a motion to approve the repair of the truck. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Hicks. On roll call: Commissioners Hicks, Peradotta, Stone, Stotlar, and Mayor Spencer voted YEA. NAYS: None. Motion declared carried.
PURCHASE A NEW FILTER BACK WASH PUMP
Commissioner Stone asked for permission to purchase a new filter back wash pump for the east sewer plant at a price of $6,500.00 from Sandner Electric in West Frankfort, Illinois. He stated that they couldn’t find a perfect match for the pump. He stated that the pump could be re-built but it is 20 years old. Commissioner Hicks asked if the department received other quotes. Commissioner Stone said this was the only one. Commissioner Stone made a motion to approve the request. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Stotlar. On roll call: Commissioners Hicks, Peradotta, Stone, Stotlar, and Mayor Spencer voted YEA. NAYS: None. Motion declared carried.
FY 2017 AUDIT
Commissioner Stotlar recognized Mr. Harold Emling, of Emling & Hoffman, P.C. to present the FY 2017 audit report. Mr. Emling spoke in regards to the city’s statement of net position, found on page 11 of the FY 2017 audit. He then referred council to the city’s statement of activities found on page 12 of the audit. The city realized a $973,832 increase in net position for the year. On page 37 of the audit, Mr. Emling reported as to the position of the city’s long term debt. He stated that in 2018, much of the debt burden would be relieved strengthening the city’s cash flow. Mr. Emling thanked the staff for their cooperation in the audit process and responding to requests in a timely fashion. Commissioner Stotlar moved to place on file the City of Pinckneyville’s 2017 audit report. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Hicks. On roll call: Commissioners Hicks, Peradotta, Stone, Stotlar, and Mayor Spencer voted YEA. NAYS: None. Motion declared carried.
RESOLUTION NO. R-2017-27
Commissioner Stotlar made a motion to place on file Resolution No. R-2017-29, a resolution authorizing the City of Pinckneyville, Perry County, Illinois, to establish a wage deferral plan for city employees under Section 457(b) of the Internal Revenue Code. Clerk West explained that this plan was similar to a Section 401(b) plan except the 457 is for municipalities. He then said that the plan allows employees to save and the tax on the contributions would be deferred. He also stated that the city is not matching contributions. Commissioner Stotlar made a motion to approve Resolution No. R-2017-27. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Peradotta. On roll call: Commissioners Hicks, Peradotta, Stone, Stotlar, and Mayor Spencer voted YEA. NAYS: None. Motion declared carried.
EXECUTIVE SESSION FOR SECTION 2 (C) (1)
Commissioner Stotlar asked to move executive session to the end of the meeting.
ORDINANCE NO. O-2017-26
Mayor Spencer asked the council to consider Ordinance No. O-2017-26, an ordinance placed on file at the August 28, 2017 city council meeting authorizing the City of Pinckneyville, Perry County, Illinois, to enter into a sales agreement for purchase of real estate located at 4-8 East Water Street, Pinckneyville, Illinois. Commissioner Hicks made a motion to approve Ordinance No. O-2017-26. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Stone. On roll call: Commissioners Hicks, Peradotta, Stone, Stotlar, and Mayor Spencer voted YEA. NAYS: None. Motion declared carried.
ORDINANCE NO. O-2017-27
Mayor Spencer asked the council to consider Ordinance No. O-2017-27, an ordinance to be placed on file authorizing the City of Pinckneyville, Perry County, Illinois, to enter into a sales agreement for purchase of real estate located at 2 East Water Street, Pinckneyville, Illinois. Commissioner Hicks made a motion to place Ordinance No. O-2017-27 on file. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Stone. On roll call: Commissioners Hicks, Peradotta, Stone, Stotlar, and Mayor Spencer voted YEA. NAYS: None. Motion declared carried.
PUBLIC COMMENT
Ms. Beth Boling asked if the property located at 2 East Water Street was a sale. Mayor Spencer responded that no, the city is purchasing the property.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
Commissioner Stotlar made a motion to move into executive session for Section 2 (c) (1), appointment, employment, compensation, discipline, performance or dismissal of an employee. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Stone. On roll call: Commissioners Hicks, Peradotta, Stone, Stotlar, and Mayor Spencer voted YEA. NAYS: None. Motion declared carried. Council moved to executive session at 6:29 p.m.
RETURN TO REGULAR SESSION
Commissioner Stotlar made a motion to return to regular session. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Stone. On roll call: Commissioners Hicks, Peradotta, Stone, Stotlar, and Mayor Spencer voted YEA. NAYS: None. Motion declared carried. Regular session resumed at 7:50 p.m.
ADJOURNMENT
Commissioner Stone made a motion to adjourn the regular meeting. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Hicks. On roll call: Commissioners Hicks, Peradotta, Stone, Stotlar, and Mayor Spencer voted YEA. NAYS: None. Motion declared carried. The meeting adjourned at 7:51 p.m.
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