Pinckneyville City Council met Aug. 28.
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. There were no changes to the agenda and 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 Sammy D. Peradotta.
PREVIOUS MINUTES
Commissioner Stone made a motion to approve the previous minutes. 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.
TREASURER’S REPORT
Treasurer Reese reported that comparative payroll currently is $98,813.97 higher than last year. However, the pool payroll fell for the second straight year. Payroll hours for this year are 5,189.31 hours higher than last year. Overtime hours are 12 hours lower than last year. Commissioner Stotlar made a motion to approve the treasurer’s report. 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.
ACCOUNTS PAYABLE
Commissioner Stotlar made a motion to approve accounts payable. 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.
CORRESPONDENCE
Commissioner Peradotta reported that the sidewalk repair at Murphy-Wall State Bank began today. The work will take seven to ten working days to complete. He also stated that the Pinckneyville Press had a mistake in last week’s publication. The paper stated that the flashing stop lights were approved when in fact the motion died for a lack of a second. He said the other commissioners have put a price on public safety.
RESIGNATION
Commissioner Hicks announced he has received a letter of resignation from Officer Nicholas McLaughlin. His resignation is effective August 22, 2017. Commissioner Hicks thanked Officer McLaughlin for his service to the Pinckneyville Police Department.
NO PARKING ON KASKASKIA STREET
Commissioner Hicks said he has received a request from Mr. Sam Opp to discuss the possibility of making Kaskaskia Street from South Walnut to South Perry Street a no parking zone. Mr. Opp stated that the first priority should be safety. Kaskaskia Street gets very narrow and parking along the street makes it difficult for traffic flow. F/S traffic has increased with box trailers, anhydrous trucks, and the like using Kaskaskia Street as a means to reach the plant. The Food Pantry, Thresherman’s, and the fair also increase traffic flow. There are small children in the area and that kids and parked cars with heavy traffic are not a good mix. Commissioner Hicks explained that when the city grants a new no parking area, everyone else wants one too.
He stated that the police will be monitoring the street and see if the city could come up with a solution. Commissioner Stone asked how many people park there to which Commissioner Hicks responded that it varies. Ms. Beth Boling of the DuQuoin Evening call asked how long the police would be monitoring the street. Police Chief John Griffin responded they started today and every shift will be monitoring. Commissioner Hicks said they would probably know something in a month. He also said the F/S traffic should be decreasing as they utilize the new plant.
PURCHASE OF A HVAC SYSTEM AT THE FIREHOUSE
Commissioner Hicks has received a request from Fire Chief Jim Gielow to purchase a new HVAC system for the lower level of the fire station. The original unit has stopped working and is not repairable. Chief Gielow has received proposals for replacement from J.C.’s Air Conditioning and Refrigeration for $4,650.00 and from Parker Heating & Cooling for $4,339.00. Both bids were discussed at length. The bid from J.C.’s included a 3 ton unit which is bigger than the other bid. Also, J.C.’s would waive the service call fee if granted the work. Commissioner Hicks asked the other commissioners what their thoughts were and the council thought J.C.’s was the best proposal. Commissioner Hicks made a motion to approve the purchase of the HVAC system from J.C.’s Air Conditioning and Cooling. 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.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
Commissioner Hicks stated that he no longer has a need for executive session and tabled this item.
PURCHASE OF FLASHING LED LIGHTS
Commissioner Peradotta tabled the purchase of flashing LED lights.
INTERGOVERNMENTAL AGREEMENT
Commissioner Stotlar made a motion to approve Resolution No. R-2017-26, a resolution placed on file at the August 14, 2017 city council meeting to authorize and approve an intergovernmental agreement between the Illinois Office of the Comptroller and the City of Pinckneyville. 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.
ORDINANCE NO. O-2017-22
Mayor Spencer presented Ordinance No. O-2017-22, an ordinance authorizing approval of an application from McDaniel’s Furniture & Appliances Inc., for Business District funds and committing Business District funds from the City of Pinckneyville, Perry County, Illinois. Mr. Mark McDaniel explained that the funds would be used for roof repairs in the back of the building. This is an area that is used to store equipment. Commissioner Stone asked if he was repairing the entire roof. Mr. McDaniel said just a few sections. Commissioner Peradotta made a motion to approve Ordinance No. O-2017-22. 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-2017-23
Mayor Spencer asked the council to consider Ordinance No. O-2017-23, an ordinance authorizing the sale of municipally owned real property located at 407 S. Main Street, Pinckneyville, Illinois. Attorney Bigham stated the council opened bids at the last council meeting. This ordinance authorizes the sale and the sales agreement. The property should close quickly. Commissioner Peradotta made a motion to approve Ordinance No. O-2017-23. 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-2017-24
Mayor Spencer introduced Ordinance No. O-2017-24, an ordinance authorizing approval of an application from Grecian of Pinckneyville Inc., D/B/A Grecian Steak & Seafood House, for Business District funds and committing Business District funds from the City of Pinckneyville, Perry County, Illinois. Mr. Angelo Sandravelis of the Grecian stated that he wants to expand the business. The plan is to build on, have a face lift of the building, remodel the restrooms and the inside of the building, and replace the HVAC system and freezers. The Grecian has plans to develop a sports bar with video gaming machines. Attorney Bigham explained what is required for the grants, the revolving loan and the development agreement and what is necessary for meeting the requirements of all the agreements. Commissioner Peradotta made a motion to approve Ordinance No. O-2017-24. 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.
ORDINANCE NO. O-2017-25
Mayor Spencer introduced Ordinance No. O-2017-25, an ordinance authorizing approval of an application from Grecian of Pinckneyville Inc., D/B/A Grecian Steak & Seafood House for Façade Improvement Grant funds of the City of Pinckneyville, Perry County, Illinois and committing Façade Improvement Grant funds from the City of Pinckneyville, Perry County, Illinois. Commissioner Peradotta made a motion to approve Ordinance No. O-2017-25. 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.
RESOLUTION NO. R-2017-27
Mayor Spencer asked the council to consider Resolution No. R-2017-27, a resolution to be placed on file committing Revolving Loan funds of the City of Pinckneyville, Perry County, Illinois to Grecian of Pinckneyville, D/B/A Grecian Steak & Seafood House, for the purpose of acquiring equipment, inventory, and remodeling, and approve the terms of a loan agreement for such purposes. Commissioner Peradotta made a motion to approve Resolution No. R-2017-27. 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.
RESOLUTION NO. R-2017-28
Mayor Spencer introduced Resolution No. R-2017-28, a resolution to be placed on file authorizing a development agreement between the City of Pinckneyville, Perry County, Illinois, and Grecian of Pinckneyville Inc., D/B/A Grecian Steak & Seafood House. Commissioner Peradotta made a motion to approve Resolution No. R-2017-28. 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-2017-26
Mayor Spencer asked the council to consider Ordinance No. O-2017-26, an ordinance to be place on file 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 Peradotta asked for verification of the location of the property. Commissioner Hicks made a motion to approve Ordinance No. O-2017-26. 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.
PUBLIC COMMENT
Ms. Beth Boling stated that on Facebook that there were conversations on problems in Imperial Heights regarding thefts. She also noted that she lives there and had her back window of her car smashed. She asked Chief Griffin if something was going. Chief Griffin responded yes there is. Ms. Boling asked exactly what is going on. Chief Griffin responded that someone is getting into garages that are open and stealing things. Also, they are checking if doors are open and then they would go into the house.
Mr. Sam Opp asked what was going on at Joe Holder’s lot west of town. Commissioner Hicks stated that Progressive Pipeline is using the spot to make pipe for pipeline repairs. The pipe is made here and then heads south for installation.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
Commissioner Hicks made a motion to move into executive session for Section 2 (c) (5), purchase or lease of real property for the use of the public body. 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 6:39 p.m.
RETURN TO REGULAR SESSION
Commissioner Hicks made a motion to return to regular session. 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. Regular session resumed at 7:03 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 7:04 p.m.
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