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City of Columbia City Council met March 4.

Here are the minutes provided by the council:

Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of Columbia, Illinois Held Monday, March 04, 2024 in the Council Room of City Hall.

A. Call Meetine to Order

Mayor Hill called the City Council of Columbia, Illinois to order at 7:00 PM. B. Roll Call

Present: Aldermen Niemietz, Huch, Holtkamp, Riddle, Garmer, Lawlor, and Nobbe.

Absent: Alderman Khoury.

Quorum present.

Administrative Staff present:

City Clerk Andrew Hitzemann

City Attorney Terry Bruckert

Deputy City Clerk Kelly Mathews

EMS Chief Kim Lamprecht

City Engineer Chris Smith

C. Pleda:e of Alleeiance

City Administrator Douglas Brimm

Director of Public Works Mike Sander

Chief of Police Jason Donjon

Asst. Dir. Of DOPW Doug Stinemetz

Those in attendance recited the Pledge of Allegiance.

D. Proclamations/Recowitions/Presentations

Mayor Hill introduced the new Building Official Jared Kertz to the Council.

E. Business Prior to Public Input

1. Public Hearing Regarding the Proposed Route 3/1-255 Business District Plan

i. Motion to Open Public Hearing

Motion:

It was moved by Alderman Lawlor, and seconded by Alderman Niemietz, to open public hearing on the Proposed Route 3/1-255 Business District Plan at 7:04 PM

Motion Passed.

Roll Call Vote results:

7 Aye: Niemietz, Huch, Holtkamp, Riddle, Garmer, Lawlor, and Nobbe

0 Nay:

1 Absent: Khoury

0 Abstain:

ii. Staff Report

John Brancaglione from PGAV Planners reviewed the changes to the Business District Plan. He explained that five Parcels were added to the plan. Two of these are located where the Public Works Facility are located. This added a few acres with the new total being 411 acres. The provision to eminent domain was removed. Cost estimates remain the same.

City Attorney Terry Bruckert explained expenditures go through the City. The City works with the participants on a Development agreement. Each participant has their own subaccount.

iii. Public Input

1. Sanjay Patel

Mr. Patel expressed concern on how the additional 1% tax on gas would affect his business.

2. Lisa Braun

Ms. Braun also expressed concern on how the 1% tax on gas would affect her business.

3. Tim Wheeler

Mr. Wheeler expressed concern regarding the impact to Mr. Patel and Ms. Braun's businesses. He stressed he wanted what's best for the community and didn't want their businesses impacted.

4. John Descher

Mr. Descher explained he is a resident on Skyline Drive and he is concerned regarding the impact on the area and the change of landscape. He is also concerned about the property values of the· houses on his road and the vision of the Business District.

5. David Waister

Mr. Waister, who is a representative of the Prairie Dupont Levy District, expressed concern regarding the Business District and any potential issues with storm water.

6. Mel Stuckmeyer

Mr. Stuckmeyer expressed concerns regarding the two businesses which would be affected.

City Administrator Douglas Brimm suggested due to the additional concerns the Council continue the Public Hearing until the March 18, Council Meeting in which it will be resumed at 7:00pm.

iv. Motion to Continue Public Hearing until March 18, 2024 Council Meeting at 7:00PM

Motion:

It was moved by Alderman Niemietz, and seconded by Alderman Garmer, to continue public hearing until March 18th, 2024 Council Meeting at 7:00PM on the Proposed Route 3/1-255 Business District Plan at 8:29 PM

Motion Passed.

Roll Call Vote results:

7 Aye: Niemietz, Huch, Holtkamp, Riddle, Garmer, Lawlor, and Nobbe

0 Nay:

1 Absent: Khoury

0 Abstain:

F. Public Input

There was no public input.

G. Comments & Announcements - Mayor

Mayor There were no Mayor Comments & Announcements

H. Comments & Announcements - Aldermen

There were no Aldermen Comments & Announcements.

I. Comments & Announcements - Department Directors

1. Emergency Medical Service Department - Chief Kim Lamprecht

EMS Chief Kim Lamprecht provided a review of Columbia Emergency Medical Service Department.

J. Consent A&enda

City Clerk Hitzemann read the Consent Agenda.

1. Motion to Approve Minutes of the February 20, 2024 Regular City Council Meeting

2. Motion to Approve Closed Session Minutes of the February 20, 2024 Regular City Council Meeting

3. Motion to Approve Payment of Vouchers for the Period of February 15, 2024 through February 28, 2024 totaling $106,154.76

4. Motion to Approve Statement of Funds for January 31, 2024

5. Motion to Approve Special Event Application - Sons of the American Legion Squadron 581 Meat Shoot (March 30, 2024)

6. Motion to Approve Special Event Application - Makers on Main Street Anniversary Event ( May 18, 2024)

7. Motion to Approve Special Event Application - Halloween Hi-Jinks (October 26, 2024)

8. Ordinance No. 3664 Authorizing the Sale of Surplus Personal Property

Mayor Hill inquired if the Council wished to remove any items prior to a motion. There were none.

Motion:

It was moved by Alderman Niemietz, and seconded by Alderman Nobbe, to approve the Consent Agenda as read.

Motion Passed.

Roll Call Vote results:

7 Aye: Niemietz, Huch, Holtkamp, Riddle, Garmer, Lawlor, and Nobbe

0 Nay:

1 Absent: Khoury

0 Abstain::

K. Unfinished Business

1. Ordinance No. 3665 Amending Titles 5 and 17 of the Columbia Municipal Code to Provide for the Licensing and Regulation of Short-Term Rental of Property

Mr. Brimm noted there have been no changes since last presented at the February 20 Council Meeting. Mr. Brimm explained different ways to calculate what the capacity of Type-A and Type-B should be based upon population.

After a brief discussion, Mayor Hill Tabled Ordinance No. 3665 until the next City Council Meeting.

2. Ordinance No. 3666 Approving Special Use Permit Application for a Ground-Mounted Solar Energy System at 200 Quarry Road

Motion:

It was moved by Alderman Huch, and seconded by Alderman Nobbe, to pass and approve Ordinance No. 3666 Approving Special Use Permit Application for a Ground Mounted Solar Energy System at 200 Quarry Road

Motion Passed.

Roll Call Vote results:

7 Aye: Niemietz, Huch, Holtkamp, Riddle, Garmer, Lawlor, and Nobbe

0 Nay:

1 Absent: Khoury

0 Abstain:

3. Resolution No. 2024-05 Authorizing and Approving an Agreement between the City of Columbia, Illinois and the United Steel, Paper and Forestry, Rubber, Manufacturing, Energy, Allied Industrial and Service Workers International (USW) with Regard to the Full-Time and Regular Part-Time Employees of the City of Columbia, Illinois Department of Public Works for the Period of May 1, 2024 - April 30, 2027

Mayor Hill inquired if the Council wished go into Closed Session to discuss the agreement. There were none.

Motion:

It was moved by Alderman Nobbe, and seconded by Alderman Huch, to pass and approve Resolution No. 2024-05, a Resolution Authorizing and Approving an Agreement between the City of Columbia, Illinois and the United Steel, Paper and Forestry, Rubber, Manufacturing, Energy, Allied Industrial and Service Workers International (USW) with Regard to the Full-Time and Regular Part-Time Employees of the City of Columbia, Illinois Department of Public Works for the Period of May 1, 2024 - April 30, 2027

Motion Passed.

Roll Call Vote results:

7 Aye: Niemietz, Huch, Holtkamp, Riddle, Garmer, Lawlor, and Nobbe

0 Nay:

1 Absent: Khoury

0 Abstain:

4. Resolution No. 2024-06 Accepting Warranty Deed from Frederick Stumpf- Carl Street Bridge Replacement Project

Motion:

It was moved by Alderman Riddle, and seconded by Alderman Garmer, to pass and approve Resolution No. 2024-06, a Resolution Accepting Warranty Deed from Frederick Stumpf- Carl Street Bridge Replacement Project

Motion Passed.

Roll Call Vote results:

7 Aye: Niemietz, Huch, Holtkamp, Riddle, Garmer, Lawlor, and Nobbe

0 Nay:

1 Absent: Khoury

0 Abstain:

5. Resolution No. 2024-07 Accepting Warranty Deed from Nancy Gregory- Carl Street Bridge Replacement Project

Motion:

It was moved by Alderman Garmer, and seconded by Alderman Riddle, to pass and approve Resolution No. 2024-07, a Resolution Accepting Warranty Deed from Nancy Gregory - Carl Street Bridge Replacement Project

Motion Passed.

Roll Call Vote results:

7 Aye: Niemietz, Huch, Holtkamp, Riddle, Garmer, Lawlor, and Nobbe

0 Nay:

1 Absent: Khoury

0 Abstain:

6. Resolution No. 2024-08 Accepting Warranty Deed from Robert and Sheila McDaniel - Carl Street Bridge Replacement Project

Motion:

It was moved by Alderman Riddle, and seconded by Alderman Garmer, to pass and approve Resolution No. 2024-08, a Resolution Accepting Warranty Deed from Robert and Sheila McDaniel - Carl Street Bridge Replacement Project

Motion Passed.

Roll Call Vote results:

7 Aye: Niemietz, Huch, Holtkamp, Riddle, Garmer, Lawlor, and Nobbe

0 Nay:

1 Absent: Khoury

0 Abstain:

7. Motion to Approve Construction Engineering Agreement for the Carl Street Bridge Replacement Project

Motion:

It was moved by Alderman Garmer, and seconded by Alderman Riddle, to approve the Motion to Approve Construction Engineering Agreement for the Carl Street Bridge Replacement Project

Motion Passed.

Roll Call Vote results:

7 Aye: Niemietz, Huch, Holtkamp, Riddle, Garmer, Lawlor, and Nobbe

0 Nay:

1 Absent: Khoury

0 Abstain:

8. Discussion of Municipal Code Update

Mr. Brimm reported he is working to setup time to discuss this project with General Code. They expressed interest in salvaging the project. Mr. Brimm stated there are also two other proposals to consider.

L. New Business

1. Discussion of the Terms of a Franchise Agreement between the City of Columbia and Charter Communications

Mr. Bruckert reviewed the Franchise Agreement with the Council.

M. Closed Session

There was no Closed Session.

N. Announcements

There were no announcements.

0. Adjournment

Motion:

It was moved by Alderman Lawlor, and seconded by Alderman Niemietz, to adjourn the Regular City Council meeting held Monday, March 04, 2024 at 9:27 PM.

Motion Passed.

Roll Call Vote results:

7 Aye: Niemietz, Huch, Holtkamp, Riddle, Garmer, Lawlor, and Nobbe

0 Nay:

1 Absent: Khoury

0 Abstain::

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