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City of Waterloo City Council met Jan. 6.

Here are the minutes provided by the council:

1. The meeting was called to order by Mayor Darter at 7:30 p.m.

2. The following Aldermen were present: Vogt, Matt Buettner, Hopkins, Trantham, Charron, Kyle Buettner, Row, and Most.

3. Pledge of Allegiance led by Mayor Stan Darter.

4. Correction or Withdrawal of Agenda Items by Sponsor. None.

5. Approval of Minutes as Written or Amended.

A. Consideration and Action on Approval of the December 16, 2024 Public Hearing Minutes.

Motion made by Alderman Most and seconded by Alderman Row to approve the December 16, 2024 Public Hearing Minutes. Motion passed unanimously with Aldermen Most, Vogt, Matt Buettner, Hopkins, Trantham, Charron, Kyle Buettner, and Row voting ‘aye’.

B. Consideration and Action on Approval of the December 16, 2024 City Council Mtg Minutes.

Motion made by Alderman Matt Buettner and seconded by Alderman Hopkins to approve the December 16, 2024 City Council Mtg Minutes. Motion passed unanimously with Aldermen Matt Buettner, Hopkins, Trantham, Charron, Kyle Buettner, Row, Most, and Vogt voting ‘aye’.

6. Petitions by Citizens on Non-Agenda Items.

Mr. George Bieber wished to inform the Council that some individuals are paying minimal real estate taxes on land that is benefiting from the City's improvements.

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 Subdivision Administrator. No report.

D. Report of Building Official. No report.

E. Report of Director of Public Works – A total of 352 tons of salt was used during the recent snow/ice storm. A big thanks to the team, especially Eric Maurer, for all their hard work.

F. Report of Chief of Police. – The snowstorm resulted in 4 to 5 vehicles getting stuck, but no accidents occurred.

G. Report of City Attorney. No report.

H. Report and Communication by Mayor.

1. Presentation of Commendation to Shawn Kennedy in Recognition of her Retirement and 24 Years of Service to the City of Waterloo, IL.

2. Waterloo Beautification Check Presentation in the amount of $7,965.50 to Groves Investments for the Rooted Flower Bar located at 120 N. Main Street.

8. Report of Standing Committees. None.

9. Report of Special Committees. None.

10. Presentation of Communications, Petitions, Resolutions, Orders and Ordinances by Aldermen. None.

11. Unfinished Business. None.

12. Miscellaneous Business.

A. Consideration and Action on Warrant No. 645.

Motion made by Alderman Hopkins and seconded by Alderman Kyle Buettner to approve Warrant No. 645. Motion passed unanimously with Aldermen Hopkins, Trantham, Charron, Kyle Buettner, Row, Most, Vogt, and Matt Buettner voting ‘aye’.

B. Consideration and Action on Approval of a Six-Month Extension for the “Ja Bowl” Waterloo Beautification Application, from Groves Investments, to July 01, 2025. (Originally approved 07-01-24 to expire on 01-01-25.)

Motion made by Alderman Charron and seconded by Alderman Most to approve a Six Month Extension for the “Ja Bowl” Waterloo Beautification Application, from Groves Investments, to July 01, 2025. (Originally approved 07-01-24 to expire on 01-01-25.) Motion passed unanimously with Aldermen Charron, Kyle Buettner, Row, Most, Vogt, Matt Buettner, Hopkins, and Trantham voting ‘aye’.

C. Consideration and Action on Approval of Quote from Baer Heating & Cooling in the amount of $148,916.00 for Boiler Installation at the Waterloo City Hall.

Motion made by Alderman Hopkins and seconded by Alderman Row on Approval of the Quote from Baer Heating & Cooling in the amount of $148,916.00 for Boiler Installation at the Waterloo City Hall.

Motion passed unanimously with Aldermen Hopkins, Trantham, Charron, Kyle Buettner, Row, Most, Vogt, and Matt Buettner voting ‘aye’.

13. Discussion of Matters by Council Members Arising After Agenda Deadline. Alderman Vogt commented that he would like to address any other deferred maintenance to avoid emergency meetings.

Alderman Trantham stated he had received three calls regarding the hardness of the water.

Everyone expressed their gratitude to Shawn Kennedy for her 25 years of service and for her assistance in helping them throughout the years.

14. Motion to Adjourn made by Alderman Vogt and seconded by Alderman Most. Motion passed with a unanimous voice vote.

Mayor Darter adjourned the meeting at 7:51 p.m.

https://www.waterloo.il.us/wp-content/uploads/CC-01-06-25-Minutes.pdf