Chester City Council met September 6.
Here is the minutes provided by the Council:
I.Call To Order
The City Council of Chester, Illinois, met in regular session on Tuesday, September 6, 2016, in the Municipal Building, 1330 Swanwick Street. Mayor Tom Page called the meeting to order at 7:02 p.m.
II.Roll Call
Present:Alderman Russ RaderAlderman Robert Platt
Alderman Dan OhlauAlderman Nancy J. Crossland
Alderman Donald R. ClarkAlderman Ray Allison
Alderman D. Michael Blechle
Absent:Alderman Daniel Geisen
III.Pledge Of Allegiance
IV.Reading Of Minutes Of Previous Meeting
Alderman Crossland moved to dispense with the reading of the minutes of the previous meeting and to approve them as prepared by the city clerk. Alderman Clark seconded the motion. Upon Roll Call: Ayes: Aldermen Clark, Ohlau, Platt, Rader, Allison, Crossland, Blechle. Nays: None. Absent: Alderman Geisen. Motion carried.
V.Correspondence
The following correspondence was acknowledged:
•Monthly Status report provided by Chief Ryan Coffey
•Monthly Chester Water Plant Report provided by Tim Crow
•Recreation Report provided by Patti Carter
•Regional Leaders Breakfast on October 13th at the Chester American Legion
•Monthly Maintenance Report provided by Randy Eggemeyer
•Chester Christian Food Pantry newsletter dated August 10, 2016
•Email regarding a meeting with Beautification-Tourism and River City Renewal
VI.Reports
City Clerk:
A raffle license application for the Knights of Columbus Council 3790 was presented by the City Clerk. Alderman Crossland moved to issue the license and to waive the fidelity bond required of the raffle manager. Alderman Clark seconded the motion. Upon Roll Call: Ayes: Aldermen Ohlau, Platt, Blechle, Crossland, Rader, Allison, Clark. Nays: None. Absent: Alderman Geisen. Motion carried.
Cemetery & Finance Committee (Chairman Platt):
Chairman Platt advised that the committee met prior to the council meeting to review city bills. His motion to approve payment of bills as prepared by the city clerk, subject to audit, was seconded by Alderman Rader. Upon Roll Call: Ayes: Aldermen Clark, Ohlau, Platt, Crossland, Blechle, Rader, Allison. Nays: None. Absent: Alderman Geisen. Motion carried.
Chairman Platt moved to approve the August report of the Evergreen Cemetery Clerk Randy Wofford. Alderman Allison seconded the motion. Upon Roll Call: Ayes: Aldermen Clark, Ohlau, Platt, Rader, Crossland, Blechle, Allison. Nays: None. Absent: Alderman Geisen. Motion carried.
Water-Sewer Committee (Chairman Rader):
Chairman Rader reported that a water main break occurred in front of the Chester High School on August 25, 2016.
Chief of Police (Ryan Coffey):
Chief Coffey summarized the department’s monthly status report which was included in the agenda packets.
Fire Chief (Marty Bert)
Chester Fire Department responded to five calls during the month of August. The department responded for mutual aid on a train derailment. Chief Bert reported that the month of October is Fire Prevention month and the department will be providing a demonstration at the fire house for all the schools. The Chester Fire Department has received $2,500.00 in donations for Fire Prevention month activities.
VII.Public Discussion
VIII.Old Business
IX.New Business
IDOT Resolution – Chester High School Homecoming Parade:
Alderman Clark moved to pass a resolution to request permission from IDOT to temporarily close a portion Route 150 from the intersection of Route 150 and Stacey Street to the intersection of Taylor Street and Route 150 on October 7, 2016 from approximately 4-5p.m. Alderman Platt seconded the motion. Upon Roll Call: Ayes: Aldermen Clark, Ohlau, Platt, Rader, Crossland, Blechle, Allison. Nays: None. Absent: Alderman Geisen. Motion carried.
Beautification-Tourism Commission – Christmas Decorations:
Alderman Crossland reported that the Beautification-Tourism Commission would like to purchase a new Christmas swag this year. After Alderman Platt’s injury, Mayor Page noted the new swag will be displayed in Cole Park. Alderman Crossland stated the cost will be $1,688.00 and is within budget. Alderman Crossland moved to approve the purchase of the Christmas swag for $1,688.00. Alderman Platt seconded the motion. Upon Roll Call: Ayes: Aldermen Clark, Ohlau, Platt, Crossland, Blechle, Rader, Allison. Nays: None. Absent: Alderman Geisen. Motion carried.
Auxiliary Firefighter:
Alderman Crossland moved to approve John Powell as an auxiliary firefighter. Alderman Clark seconded the motion. Upon Roll Call: Ayes: Aldermen Clark, Ohlau, Platt, Crossland, Blechle, Rader, Allison. Nays: None. Absent: Alderman Geisen. Motion carried.
X.Adjournment
At 7:18 p.m., Alderman Crossland moved to adjourn the meeting. Alderman Clark seconded the motion. Vote: Ayes: Aldermen Clark, Ohlau, Platt, Crossland, Rader, Allison. Nays: None. Absent: Alderman Geisen. Motion carried.
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