Chambana Sun

City of Paxton Council met May 8.

Here is the minutes provided by the Council:

Mayor Ingold called the meeting to order at 7:03 p.m.

Roll call showed the following aldermen in attendance: Evans, Flesner, Glad, Pacey, Satterlee, Steiger, and Wylie. Alderman Wilson was absent. Also, in attendance were: Mayor Ingold, Treasurer/Comptroller Tammy Jensen, Public Works Director Mark LeClair, EMA Director Ed Hanson, Chief of Police Coy Cornett, and members of the audience and press.

Mayor Ingold led everyone in saying the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.

Minutes:

Mayor Ingold asked if there were any changes, corrections or additions that needed made to the minutes from the April Council meeting. Alderman Evans made a motion to approve the minutes of the April Council meeting. Aldermen Steiger seconded the motion. All ayes, motion carried on a voice vote.

List Of Claims:

Alderman Wylie made a motion to approve the lists of claims. Alderman Steiger seconded the motion. Roll Call: ayes – Aldermen Evans, Flesner, Glad, Pacey, Satterlee, Steiger, and Wylie. All ayes, motion carried.

Treasurer’s Report And Investment Register:

The reports have been emailed to all Aldermen. Alderman Wylie made a motion to approve the Treasurer’s Report and Investment Register. Alderman Steiger seconded the motion. All ayes - motion carried on a voice vote.

Mayor Ingold spoke to the Council regarding the book signing by Jodi Barth that includes the shooting incident near Paxton. She mentioned that there might be a made for television movie in the works on this. There was a good turnout for the event.

Mayor Ingold recognized Public Works Director Mark LeClair and his 40th anniversary with the city. He is greatly appreciated!

Finance/Budget:

There were no committee meetings.

Alderman Wylie gave an update on Union negotiations. They are going well and an agreement is expected soon.

Alderman Wylie also let the Council know that budget talks are beginning tomorrow.

Public Works:

There were no committee meetings.

Alderman Steiger asked for more information on the total inspection cost. These numbers will not be available until the inspections are complete. Greg Gustafson thinks the cost of the inspections, between the two tanks, should not exceed $6,000. Alderman Steiger made a motion to approve the inspections and allow Mayor Ingold to act on the city’s behalf in this regard. Alderman Pacey seconded the motion. Roll Call: ayes – Aldermen Evans, Flesner, Glad, Pacey, Satterlee, Steiger, and Wylie. All ayes, motion carried.

The Council has received a list of potential MFT projects. $110,000 would come from MFT and $60,000 from the general fund for road repairs for this budget year. Treasurer/Comptroller Jensen said that in the previous years we have had specific budget lines for Engineering, City funds used for MFT Roads, and one for City funds for Non-MFT Roads.

Alderman Steiger made a motion to approve the listed MFT projects. Alderman Wylie seconded the motion. Roll Call: ayes – Aldermen Evans, Flesner, Glad, Pacey, Satterlee, Steiger, and Wylie. All ayes, motion carried.

Michael Streff had a question about the dollar amount on the MFT projects and the paperwork. Discussion followed.

Alderman Steiger made a motion to Strike The Prior Vote And Approve Resolution 18-08 A Resolution For Maintenance Under The Illinois Highway Code For $205,000 As Presented And To Approve The Idot Contract With The Consulting Engineer As Presented. Alderman Pacey seconded the motion. Roll Call: ayes – Aldermen Evans, Flesner, Glad, Pacey, Satterlee, Steiger, and Wylie. All ayes, motion carried.

Mayor Ingold let the Council know that our water tower was in the Illinois Rural Water Association Magazine.

Paxton resident Alan Doss spoke to the Council to request a curb cutout for wheelchair access. At East Orleans on Route 45, where the walk bridge meets the road, the curb isn’t cut out for his wheelchair. Mayor Ingold will contact IDOT about getting this fixed.

There has still been some trailer traffic on Market Street. Mayor Ingold is working with our IDOT representative to get some additional signage up.

Public Safety:

There were no committee meetings.

EMS Director Hanson is working on the upcoming 4th of July celebration. They are looking at traffic flows and how to make the area safer for pedestrians.

The tornado sirens are all up and installed.

City Property:

There were no committee meetings.

There was discussion regarding the contract for the sale of the Paxton Municipal Airport. This is still in progress. Mayor Ingold spoke with City Attorney Miller regarding this recently. They will be working towards the sale of the airport and a long-term lease on another part of the property. This item was tabled until June.

Kodi Smith is still looking into the financial aspect of the easement for Ameren. This item was tabled until June.

Mayor Ingold asked the Council for permission for the American Legion to sell poppies at the corners of Patton and Market St and Pells and Market St. on May 25th and 26th. Alderman Evans made a motion to allow the American Legion to sell poppies at the corners of Patton and Market St and Pells and Market St. on May 25th and 26th. Alderman Steiger seconded the motion. All ayes, motion carried on a voice vote.

There was discussion regarding a request for a temporary variance request for temporary support wall during construction. Mayor Ingold has spoken with the owner and they are trying to make sure their property is protected during this construction. Alderman Evans made a motion to approve a temporary license to install a temporary wall in the public right of way to accommodate building construction for 30 days under terms and conditions approved by the City Superintendent at 125 N. Market St, Paxton, IL. Alderman Pacey seconded the motion. Roll Call: ayes – Aldermen Evans, Flesner, Glad, Pacey, Satterlee, Steiger, and Wylie. All ayes, motion carried.

Treasurer/Comptroller Jensen discussed the disposal of used office equipment, used postage machine, odds and ends computer things, phone system, and old electronic recording equipment. Alderman Evans made a motion to approve the disposal of used office equipment. Alderman Pacey seconded the motion. Roll Call: ayes – Aldermen Evans, Flesner, Glad, Pacey, Satterlee, Steiger, and Wylie. All ayes, motion carried.

License, Permit, Zoning & Insurance:

There were no committee meetings.

Alderman Glad spoke about the UTV permits. Chief Cornett has spoken with several cities and feels like there are not any problems and the ordinance is okay. There was some discussion on the speed limit. To clarify, Chief Cornett said that this is not for anything with a saddle style seat. Alderman Glad made a motion to Approve Ordinance 18-09 An Ordinance Amending Chapter 80 Of The Code Of Paxton To Regulate Neighborhood Vehicles And Golf Carts. Alderman Evans seconded the motion. Roll Call: ayes – Aldermen Evans, Flesner, Glad, Pacey, Satterlee, Steiger, and Wylie. All ayes, motion carried.

The owner of the Little Chef restaurant approached Mayor Ingold to ask for a Class C liquor license. This person also owns Pueblo Lindo and is very compliant with the current license. Alderman Glad made a motion to Approve Ordinance 18-10 An Ordinance Amending Chapter 115 Of The Code Of Paxton To Add An Additional Class C License. Alderman Evans seconded the motion. Roll Call: ayes – Aldermen Evans, Flesner, Glad, Pacey, Satterlee, Steiger, and Wylie. All ayes, motion carried.

Justin Burnett was here to discuss his request for a zoning change. It would change from M2 to B3. He would like to install a stand-alone ice machine. The Planning Commission unanimously approved the request. Alderman Evans made a motion to Approve Ordinance 18-11 An Ordinance Granting A Change In Zoning Classification To Zoning Ordinance No. 88-30. Alderman Flesner seconded the motion. Roll Call: ayes – Aldermen Evans, Flesner, Glad, Pacey, Satterlee, Steiger, and Wylie. All ayes, motion carried.

Aldermen Wylie and Pacey spoke to the Council about some of the zoning issues that are prevalent around the City. These need to be fixed. Some of these have been fixed as requests have been made, but no systematic process has been done around town. Philo hired an outside planner to work on these changes, and they did a fabulous job. City Attorney Miller will find out how much this cost and bring this information back to the Council.

Community:

There were no committee meetings.

Melissa Frias spoke with Mayor Ingold about some contract details for the website redesign. Once the budget is completed, this will be sent in. Treasurer/Comptroller Jensen has been working with PSN on the online payment system to start up around August 1st.

Economic Development:

There were no committee meetings and nothing on the agenda.

Mayor Ingold would like to get a committee meeting with Long-Term Planning committee set up. Revolving Loan Fund (RLF) information is available for discussion at that committee meeting. There needs to be a finished plan in place in order to get the RLF dollars.

Long Term Planning:

There were no committee meetings and nothing on the agenda.

Other:

At 7:58 p.m. Alderman Evans made a motion to adjourn tonight’s regular meeting of the Mayor and City Council. Alderman Steiger seconded the motion. All ayes, motion carried on a voice vote.

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