HomeMy WebLinkAbout090622 City Council Meeting MinutesGalesburg City Council Regular Meeting
City Council Chambers
55 West Tompkins Street, Galesburg, Illinois
September 6, 2022
5:30 p.m.
Called to order by Mayor Peter Schwartzman at 5:30 p.m.
Roll Call #1:Present:Mayor Peter Schwartzman,Council Members Bradley Hix,Wayne Dennis,
Kevin Wallace,Dwight White,Jaclyn Smith-Esters,and Larry Cox,7.Present via Telephone:
Council Member Sarah Davis,1.Also Present:Interim City Manager Wayne Carl and City Clerk
Kelli Bennewitz.
Mayor Schwartzman declared a quorum present.
The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.
Reverend Andrew Jowers gave the invocation.
Council Member Dennis moved,seconded by Council Member Wallace,to approve the minutes
of the City Council’s regular meeting from August 15, 2022.
Roll Call #2:
Ayes:Council Members Hix, Dennis, Wallace, White, Smith-Esters, Davis, and Cox, 7.
Nays:None
Absent:None
Chairman declared motion carried.
CONSENT AGENDA #2022-17
All matters listed under the Consent Agenda are considered routine by the City Council and will
be enacted by one motion.
22-2049
Approve Resolution 22-44 supporting the Illinois Housing Development Authority’s Home Repair
and Accessibility Program.
22-2050
Approve an MFT Resolution for the City’s share of a project to modernize traffic signal
equipment at twelve signalized intersections. The City’s share is estimated at $6,704.
22-2051
Approve Resolution 22-45 authorizing the transfer of $20,720 from the TIF District II Fund to the
TIF District IV Fund to provide redeveloper assistance to R3DOGS,LLC (Cherry Street Brewing
Company).
22-3031
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Approve the bid from 9 to 5 Computer in the amount of $34,500 for the replacement of three
servers for City Hall network services.
22-4079
Approve a revised contract with Assured Partners to provide Benefits Consulting and Wellness
Services for the period January 1, 2023, through December 31, 2025.
22-4080
Approve a Technical Services Agreement with Western Illinois Regional Council in the amount
$1,500 to submit an application for the Housing Rehabilitation and Act grant program.
22-4081
Approve waiving normal purchasing policies and approve the purchase of phosphate inhibitor
from Hawkins, Inc. at a cost of $0.662 per pound.
22-4082
Approve a joint agreement with the Illinois Department of Transportation for a project to
modernize traffic signal equipment.
22-5013
Receive a Schedule of Rates for Big Daddy Cab Company,effective September 1,2022.Taxi rate
information will be posted on the City ’s website.
22-6003
Approve the following commission appointments:
Airport Advisory Commission
David Carlton, term expires September 2025.
Aaron Repp, term expires September 2024.
Planning & Zoning Commission
Katina Cochrane, term expires June 2025.
22-8016
Approve bills in the amount of $1,704,118.71 and advance checks in the amount of
$572,878.66.
Council Member Wallace moved,seconded by Council Member Smith-Esters,to approve
Consent Agenda 2022-17.
Roll Call #3:
Ayes:Council Members Hix, Dennis, Wallace, Smith-Esters, Davis, and Cox, 6.
Nays:None
Absent:None
Abstain:Council Member White, 1.
Chairman declared motion carried by omnibus vote.
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22-4083
Council Member Smith-Esters moved,seconded by Council Member White,to approve a
contract for legal services with Barash &Everett,LLC in the amount of $8,333.33 per month.
Justin Raver,CEO,addressed the Council and explained the process should a conflict of interest
arise.
Roll Call #4:
Ayes:Council Members Hix, Dennis, Wallace, White, Smith-Esters, Davis, and Cox, 7.
Nays:None
Absent:None
Chairman declared motion carried.
Paul Mangieri joined the Council at the dais as the Interim City Attorney at 5:42 p.m.
PASSAGE OF ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS
22-1026
Ordinance on first reading authorizing the sale of a vacant lot formerly known as 848 South
Broad Street for the amount of $100.
22-1027
Ordinance on first reading authorizing the purchase of 1212 Maple Avenue for a cost of $8,000.
22-1028
Ordinance on first reading authorizing the sale of unused or retired vehicles,miscellaneous
obsolete parts,miscellaneous tools,and various office storage items and equipment through
PurpleWave Auctions
BIDS, PETITIONS, AND COMMUNICATIONS
22-3032
Council Member Wallace moved,seconded by Council Member White,to approve a bid from
CAD Construction in the amount of $1,988,197 for exterior and structural repair to the
Hawthorne Pool building.
Bill Butts addressed the Council and thanked them for all the work they have done so far with
the pool project,especially Elizabeth Varner and Administration.He added that Hawthorne
Pool is one of a kind and he hopes it is promoted as such.
Molly Miller addressed the Council and hopes that the City sees the potential and value in
keeping the pool properly maintained and investing in its upkeep.
Pam Davidsion addressed the Council as a lifelong resident of Galesburg and is proud that the
City is fixing the pool.The pool,which is public and not private,is open for the entire
community and surrounding communities and an entity that the City needs to maintain.She
hopes the Council will vote yes on the improvements.
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Steven,a native of Galesburg,addressed the Council and stated that he is a former lifeguard.
He feels that the pool gives everyone the opportunity to take lessons,which is a lifelong skill,
and is powerful for our community.
Linda Miller read some history on the pool from the former Mayo Clinic to the State Research
Hospital and how it has served our community and citizens since 1943.In February,a petition
with 1,215 signatures was submitted to the City in support of Hawthorne Pool.She implored
the Council to keep the historic gem open.
Reverend Jowers stated that he and his wife have recently gotten involved with the Save the
Hawthorne Pool group and feels that keeping the pool open is a positive initiative the Council
can approve. He hopes they are open, creative, and innovative in ways to get the funding.
Council Member Smith-Esters inquired about the original budget.Interim City Manager Carl
stated that it was originally budgeted for $1.285 million but that the project came in at $1.9
million.The first phase is estimated at $2.2 million,with the HVAC at $1.2 million,for a total of
$3.4 million.
Council Member Hix asked about funding.Carl stated that he is recommending an additional
$900,000 come from ARPA funding, which had not been earmarked yet.
Council Member Smith-Esters stated that she hoped in the meantime,when the pool is closed
over the winter,staff can meet and contract with hospitals and physical therapy facilities to use
the pool when it reopens.She is in full support of renovating the pool but understands that the
City will need help in offsetting costs.She hopes that the Save the Hawthorne Pool group helps
with this initiative, as well as the Community Center project.
Roll Call #5:
Ayes:Council Members Hix, Dennis, Wallace, White, Smith-Esters, Davis, and Cox, 7.
Nays:None
Absent:None
Chairman declared motion carried.
22-3033
Council Member Dennis moved,seconded by Council Member White,to approve a bid from
Aquatic Renovation Systems,Inc.in the amount of $81,725 for the replacement of the indoor
pool liner for the Hawthorne Pool.
Roll Call #6:
Ayes:Council Members Hix, Dennis, Wallace, White, Smith-Esters, Davis, and Cox, 7.
Nays:None
Absent:None
Chairman declared motion carried.
PUBLIC COMMENT
CITY MANAGER’S REPORT
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MISCELLANEOUS BUSINESS (Agreements, Approvals, Etc.)
22-4084
Council Member Cox moved,seconded by Council Member Smith-Esters,to approve a Tax
Increment Financing Redeveloper Agreement with R3DOGS,LLC (Cherry Street Brewing
Company)for the redevelopment of the property located at 57 South Cherry Street.The total
interior project is estimated at $138,134.The proposed incentive would be approximately 15%
of the eligible expenses or $20,720.
Roll Call #7:
Ayes:Council Members Hix, Dennis, Wallace, White, Smith-Esters, Davis, and Cox, 7.
Nays:None
Absent:None
Chairman declared motion carried.
22-4085
Council Member White moved,seconded by Council Member Smith-Esters,to approve a
Business Startup Assistance grant in the amount of $7,500 for MBS Food Truck,LLC.Food Truck
Zones will be sent to the Council for their information.
Roll Call #8:
Ayes:Council Members Hix, Dennis, Wallace, White, Smith-Esters, Davis, and Cox, 7.
Nays:None
Absent:None
Chairman declared motion carried.
22-4086
Council Member Dennis moved,seconded by Council Member Smith-Esters,to approve a
Business Startup Assistance grant in the amount of $10,000 for Olympia’s Restaurant, LLC.
Roll Call #9:
Ayes:Council Members Hix, Dennis, Wallace, White, Smith-Esters, Davis, and Cox, 7.
Nays:None
Absent:None
Chairman declared motion carried.
22-4087
Council Member Dennis moved,seconded by Council Member Cox,to approve a Water
Infrastructure grant in the amount of $10,000 for Bible Center Church and the Galesburg Rescue
Mission for the property located at 547 North Farnham Street.
Council Member Smith-Esters asked if there are requirements for grant applicants that they be
inclusive to the entire community.Interim City Manager Carl stated that there are no
requirements at this time.
Roll Call #10:
Ayes:Council Members Hix, Dennis, Wallace, White, Smith-Esters, Davis, and Cox, 7.
Nays:None
Absent:None
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Chairman declared motion carried.
22-4088
Council Member Smith-Esters moved,seconded by Council Member Cox,to approve a Water
Infrastructure grant in the amount of $10,000 for D’Agnolo International,LLC for the property
located at 354 East Main Street.
Roll Call #11:
Ayes:Council Members Hix, Dennis, Wallace, White, Smith-Esters, Davis, and Cox, 7.
Nays:None
Absent:None
Chairman declared motion carried.
Council Member Smith-Esters moved,seconded by Council Member Cox,to sit as the Town
Board. The motion carried.
TOWN BUSINESS
22-9019
Trustee Dennis moved,seconded by Trustee Smith-Esters,to approve Town bills and warrants
be drawn in payment of same.
Fund Title Amount
Town Fund $868.25
General Assistance Fund $9,406.94
IMRF Fund
Social Security/Medicare Fund $2,250.81
Liability Fund
Audit Fund
Total $12,526.00
Roll Call #12:
Ayes:Trustees Hix, Dennis, Wallace, Smith-Esters, White, Davis, and Cox, 7.
Nays:None
Absent:None
Chairman declared motion carried.
Council Member Smith-Esters moved,seconded by Council Member Wallace,to resume as the
City Council. The motion carried.
CLOSING COMMENTS
Council Member Wallace stated that over the last year,Council has been aggressive about many
items and understands that the cost for many of these have increased.He noted that they may
have to do some shuffling of projects but also hopes that the community will donate their
money and time to them.He added that possibly the Save the Hawthorne Pool group could
have a campaign and noted that the Council has to also be respectful of the public’s money as
well.
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Council Member White stated that the Labor Day Parade,one of the longest running,was great
but was disheartened to not see any African Americans in any of the unions.He was a plumber
and pipefitter but never made it into the union after trying for three years.He still tries to
recruit young men into the trades and noted that college isn’t for everyone.
Council Member White added that he is in favor of the pool and that the maintenance has been
deferred for too long.
Council Member Smith-Esters is encouraged to hear that the pool will reopen in May 2023 and
hopes that the word spreads what a great opportunity the pool is and that people take
advantage of it.
Mayor Schwartzman thanked the Council for their support of the pool,which will be
remembered for years to come.He also thanked the Save the Hawthorne Pool group for their
support.
The Mayor thanked Ken Springer,KCAP,for his hard work,especially on the four companies who
received incentives tonight.He knows that he is getting phone calls constantly and appreciates
his dedication.
Mayor Schwartzman noted that this is a trying time for the City but that he is confident in our
resources and believes it was the right decision to support the pool.He added that many
exciting projects are coming up,including the work on the pool,the library,and the proposed
community center.A work session will be held soon on the community center project.All of
these projects are investments in our community and our residents and he is confident in the
City ’s Administration and Finance Director.
He also announced that the Stearman Fly In is taking place and encouraged everyone to go to
the airport and support this event.
Council Member Cox moved,seconded by Council Member White,to adjourn into Executive
Session at 6:43 p.m.for the purpose of discussing the appointment,employment,
compensation, discipline, performance, or dismissal of specific employees (5 ILCS 120/2 (c) (1).
Roll Call #13:
Ayes:Council Members Hix, Dennis, Wallace, White, Smith-Esters, Davis, and Cox, 7.
Nays:None
Absent:None
Chairman declared motion carried.
During the Executive Session,Council Member Smith-Esters,seconded by Council Member Hix,
to adjourn the Executive Session at 7:45 p.m.
Roll Call #14:
Ayes:Council Members Hix, Dennis, Wallace, White, Smith-Esters, Davis, and Cox, 7.
Nays:None
Absent:None
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Chairman declared motion carried.
Peter D. Schwartzman, Mayor
Kelli R. Bennewitz, City Clerk
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