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Urbana City Council met August 21.

Here is the minutes provided by the Council:

The City Council of the City of Urbana, Illinois met on Monday, August 21, 2017 at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers at the Urbana City Building.

Elected Officials Physically Present:

Maryalice Wu, Alderwoman Ward 1

Aaron Ammons, Alderman Ward 3

Bill Brown, Alderman Ward 4

Dennis Roberts, Alderman Ward 5

Dean Hazen, Alderman Ward 6

Jared Miller, Alderman Ward 7

Diane Wolfe Marlin, Mayor

Elected Officials Present Via Teleconference:

None

Elected Officials Absent:

Eric Jakobsson, Alderman Ward 2

Charles A. Smyth, City Clerk

Staff Present:

Celeste Choate; William Gray; Elizabeth Hannan; Wendy Hundley; Christopher Marx; Kay Meharry; Sylvia Morgan; Brian Nightlinger; Jason Norton; John Schneider; James Simon

Others Present:

Janice Parker; Bishop King James Underwood; Members of the Media

A. Call to Order and Roll Call

Mayor Marlin called the meeting of the Urbana City Council to order at 7:01 pm.

B. Approval of Minutes of Previous Meeting

Alderman Ammons made a motion to approve minutes from the City Council meeting held on August 7, 2017, three special City Council meetings held on June 2, 2017, September 22, 2014, September 26, 2016 and two public hearings held on August 7, 2017 and August 14, 2014. Motion to approve the minutes for all meetings was seconded by Alderman Roberts and carried by voice vote.

C. Additions to the Agenda

There were none.

D. Public Input

1. Library Board Annual Report

Library Executive Director Celeste Choate presented the Library Board Annual Report. Ms. Choate informed the council that there are currently 12,201 library card holders, circulation of 812,219, and almost 380,000 people visited the library in the past year. She said a big event for the library was the purchase of the vacant lot at 202 West Green Street by the Urbana Free Library Foundation. Ms. Choate informed council members about new items at the library, including:

- Music collection with guitars and amplifiers and a percussion cliphit, with ukuleles and a mandolin to be added soon

- A Chromebook, laptop and tablet for checkout and use in the library

- Videogames

- Human anatomy models

- Telescopes, microscopes, globes and hands-on learning kits

Ms. Choate went over improvements and repairs needed at the library. She answered questions and concerns from council members.

Mayor Marlin proclaimed September 2017 as library card sign up month in the City of Urbana, Illinois.

This presentation is available for viewing at:

https://www2.city.urbana.il.us/Scripts/CouncilVideo/Video.asp?v=/_Video/City_Council /2017/20170821/18._Announcement.mp4

Bishop King James did not wish to speak, but asked that his position be entered into the record regarding the Dr. Ellis Subdivision sewer issues.

E. Unfinished Business

There was none.

F. Reports of Standing Committees

1. Committee Of The Whole (Alderman Jared Miller)

a. Ordinance No. 2017-08-044: An Ordinance Authorizing the Dedication of Rightof-Way (2201 Philo Road)

Alderman Miller made a motion to approve Ordinance No. 2017-08-044 as forwarded from committee. The motion was seconded by Alderman Roberts and carried by roll call vote as follows:

Ammons – aye Miller – aye

Brown – aye Roberts – aye

Hazen – aye Wu – aye

Disposition: Ordinance No. 2017-08-044 was carried by roll call vote (6-Aye; 0- Nay)

b. Resolution No. 2017-08-050R: A Resolution to Approve an Intergovernmental Agreement (Agreement between City of Urbana, Urbana Free Library, and Champaign County Regarding Cooperative Purchase of internet Service)

Alderman Miller made a motion to approve Resolution No. 2017-08-050R as forwarded from committee. Motion seconded by Alderman Brown and carried by roll call vote as follows:

Ammons – aye Miller – aye

Brown – aye Roberts - aye

Hazen – aye Wu – aye

Disposition: Resolution No. 2017-08-050R was carried by roll call vote (6-Aye; 0- Nay)

c. Ordinance No. 2017-07-038: An Ordinance Approving An Annexation Agreement (801 North Smith Road/David Borchers)

Alderman Miller made a motion to approve Ordinance No. 2017-07-038 as forwarded from Committee. Motion seconded by Alderman Ammons. There was discussion about increased traffic and noise factor in the area of 801 North Smith Road. Community Development Manager John Schneider and Planner Christopher Marx explained changes made to accommodate the surrounding residences. The changes were in use restrictions, screening requirements and building setbacks. Mr. Schneider and Mr. Marx responded to questions and concerns from council members. After discussion Ordinance No. 2017-07-038 was approved by roll call vote as follows:

Ammons – aye Miller – aye Marlin - aye

Brown – aye Roberts – nay

Hazen – aye Wu – aye

Disposition: Ordinance No. 2017-07-038 was carried by roll call vote (6-Aye; 1- Nay)

Presentation for this item is available for viewing at:

https://www2.city.urbana.il.us/Scripts/CouncilVideo/Video.asp?v=/_Video/City_ Council/2017/20170821/05._Ordinance_2017-08-038.mp4

d. Ordinance No. 2017-07-039: An Ordinance Annexing Certain Territory to the City of Urbana (801 North Smith Road / David Borchers)

Alderman Miller made a motion to approve Ordinance No. 2017-08-039 as forwarded from Committee. Motion seconded by Alderman Ammons and carried by roll call vote as follows:

Ammons – aye Miller – aye Marlin - aye

Brown – aye Roberts – nay

Hazen – aye Wu – aye

Disposition: Ordinance No. 2017-07-038 was carried by roll call vote (6-Aye; 1- Nay)

e. Ordinance No. 2017-08-045: An Ordinance Approving an Amendment to an Annexation Agreement (2707 East Airport Road / Terrance A. Bialeschki)

Alderman Miller made a motion to approve Ordinance No. 2017-08-045 as forwarded from Committee. Motion seconded by Alderman Roberts and carried by roll call vote as follows:

Ammons – aye Miller – aye Marlin - aye

Brown – aye Roberts – aye

Hazen – aye Wu – aye

Disposition: Ordinance No. 2017-08-045 was carried by roll call vote (6-Aye; 0- Nay)

f. Ordinance No. 2017-08-046: An Ordinance Approving an Amendment to Redevelopment Agreement by and Between the City of Urbana, Champaign County, Illinois and 129 North Race LLC (129 North Race Street)

Alderman Miller made a motion to approve Ordinance No. 2017-08-046 as forwarded from Committee. Motion seconded by Alderwoman Wu and carried by roll call vote as follows:

Ammons – aye Miller – aye

Brown – aye Roberts – aye

Hazen – aye Wu – aye

Disposition: Ordinance No. 2017-08-46 was carried by roll call vote (6-Aye; 0-Nay)

g. Ordinance No. 2017-08-047: An Ordinance Approving an Amendment to Redevelopment Agreement by and Between the City of Urbana, Champaign County, Illinois and Broadway Market LLC (401 North Broadway Avenue)

Alderman Miller made a motion to approve Ordinance No. 2017-08-047 as forwarded from Committee. Motion seconded by Alderman Roberts and carried by roll call vote as follows:

Ammons – aye Miller – aye

Brown – aye Roberts – aye

Hazen – aye Wu – aye

Disposition: Ordinance No. 2017-08-047 was carried by roll call vote (6-Aye; 0- Nay)

h. Resolution No. 2017-08-051R: A Resolution Approving and Authorizing the Execution of an Urbana Home Consortium Subrecipient Agreement (Courage Connection TBRA FY 2017-2018)

Alderman Miller made a motion to approve Resolution No. 2017-08-051R as forwarded from Committee. Motion seconded by Alderwoman Wu and carried by roll call vote as follows:

Ammons – aye Miller – aye

Brown – aye Roberts – aye

Hazen – aye Wu – aye

Disposition: Resolution No. 2017-08-051R was carried by roll call vote (6-Aye; 0- Nay)

i. Resolution No. 2017-08-052R: A Resolution Approving and Authorizing The Execution of an Urbana Home Consortium Subrecipient Agreement (Habitat FY 2017-2018)

Alderman Miller made a motion to approve Resolution No. 2017-08-052R as forwarded from Committee. Motion seconded by Alderman Roberts and carried by roll call vote as follows:

Ammons – aye Miller– aye

Brown – aye Roberts – aye

Hazen – aye Wu – aye

Disposition: Resolution No. 2017-08-052R was carried by roll call vote (6-Aye; 0- Nay)

j. Resolution No. 2017-08-053R: A Resolution Approving and Authorizing the Execution of an Urbana Home Consortium Subrecipient Agreement (Down Payment Assistance FY 2017-2018)

Alderman Miller made a motion to approve Resolution No. 2017-08-053R as forwarded from Committee. Motion was seconded by Alderwoman Wu. Community Development Manager John Schneider told council that the resolution had been changed at council’s request to include in-person counseling if a client requests it. Janice Parker, of Navicore Solutions, was present to answer questions from council members. The motion to approve Resolution No. 2017-08-053R was carried by roll call vote as follows:

Ammons – aye Miller – aye

Brown – aye Roberts – aye

Hazen – aye Wu – aye

Disposition: Resolution No. 2017-08-053R was carried by roll call vote (6-Aye; 0- Nay)

k. Resolution No. 2017-08-054R: A Resolution Approving a City of Urbana Community Development Block Grant Program Agreement (Courage Connection – Domestic Violence Services Program, Project No. 1718-CSSP-01)

Alderman Miller made a motion to approve Resolution No. 2017-08-054R as forwarded from Committee. Motion seconded by Alderwoman Wu and carried by roll call vote as follows:

Ammons – aye Miller – aye

Brown – aye Roberts – aye

Hazen – aye Wu – aye

Disposition: Resolution No. 2017-08-054R was carried by roll call vote (6-Aye; 0- Nay)

l. Resolution No. 2017-08-055R: A Resolution Approving a City of Urbana Community Development Block Grant Program Agreement (Urbana Neighborhood Connections Center Urbana Youth Development and Employment Program, Project No. 1718-CSSP-02)

Alderman Miller made a motion to approve Resolution No. 2017-08-055R as forwarded from Committee. Motion seconded by Alderman Brown and carried by roll call vote as follows:

Ammons – aye Miller – aye

Brown – aye Roberts – aye

Hazen – aye Wu – aye

Disposition: Resolution No. 2017-08-055R was carried by roll call vote (6-Aye; 0- Nay)

G. Reports of Special Committees

Alderman Roberts commented about the success of the trip by the Sister City Committee to Malawi. He said he would give a more detailed presentation about the trip in the near future.

H. Reports of Officers

Public Works Director William Gray announced the grand opening of the Kickapoo Rail Trail on Friday, August 25 at 5:30pm in downtown St. Joseph, Illinois.

Mayor Marlin reminded everyone about the Sweetcorn Festival taking place on Friday, August 25 and Saturday, August 26 in downtown Urbana.

I. New Business

1. Mayoral Staff Appointments

a. Police Lieutenant

1. Jason Norton

Mayor Marlin presented the appointment of Sergeant Jason Norton to Police Lieutenant. Lt. Norton and Police Chief Sylvia Morgan answered questions from council members.

Mayor Marlin announced that she and Champaign Mayor Deb Feinen had a joint statement. She said that as mayors of the cities of Urbana and Champaign, they condemn the violence, racism and bigotry associated with groups promoting white supremacy. They believe their communities are enriched by the diverse people from around the world who reside in them.

The statement from Mayor Marlin and Mayor Feinen is available for viewing at:

https://www2.city.urbana.il.us/Scripts/CouncilVideo/Video.asp?v=/_Video/City_ Council/2017/20170821/18._Announcement.mp4

J. Adjournment

With no further business to come before the City Council, Mayor Marlin declared the meeting adjourned at 7:58 pm.

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