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City Council Meeting Agenda
City of Galesburg, Illinois
City Council Chambers
June 19, 2023
Galesburg City Council meetings are streamed live on the City's website and Comcast channel 7.
6:00 p.m. Roll Call Pledge of Allegiance
Proclamation Juneteenth
Presentation Youth Commission
Invocation
Approve Minutes from the June 5, 2023 City Council Meeting
Approve Minutes from the June 12, 2023 special City Council meeting
Public Comment
Consent Agenda #2023-12
23-3018 Bid 2023 Miscellaneous Sidewalk Replacements
23-3019 Bid Partial Driveway Replacement at Central Fire Station
23-6003 Approve Appointment Memo
23-8011 Bills and Advance Approval and warrants drawn in payment of same
Checks
Passage of Ordinances and Resolutions
23-1014 Ordinance Proposing amendment to Special Service Area Number One to provide
a 10 year extension of the $1.50 tax and establish a Public Hearing date
(Final Reading).
23-2043 Resolution Fixed route single rides and punch passes to Galesburg Township at a
25% discount
Bids, Petitions and Communications
City Manager's Report
Miscellaneous Business (Agreements, Approvals, Etc.)
23-4056 Approve Amending the salary schedule to add the position of City Attorney and
remove the positions of Assistant Director of Public Works and
Assistant City Manager/Director of Public Works
23-4057 Approve Urban Ag Grant for Greenlords Pharms
23-4058 Approve Urban Ag Grant for Galesburg Fruit Orchards
Town Business
23-9013 Bills
Closing Comments
Adjournment
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CITY MANAGER'S OFFICE
Operating Under Council — Manager Government Since 1957
CITY COUNCIL MEETING
City Manager's Report
June 19, 2023
CONSENT AGENDA #2023-12
Item 23-3018 Miscellaneous Sidewalk Replacements
Staff recommends approval of the bid in the amount of $123,857.93 from Gunther Construction
for sidewalk replacement at various locations within the City. The contract requires the
contractor to replace deteriorated sections of sidewalk at locations identified to need
replacement due to their poor condition, which includes having trip hazards, non -compliant cross
slope, and excessive settling and cracking. Locations to be replaced include 752 Lombard Street,
Lombard Street from Knox Street to Brooks Street, and South Street from Pine Street to Lombard
Street. Thirteen bid proposals were sent out and one bid was received, which is within estimates.
It is anticipated the project would begin in July and the contractor has 25 working days to
complete the project.
Item 23-3019 Partial Driveway Replacement at Central Fire Station
Staff recommends approval of the bid in the amount of $48,444.45 submitted by Gunther
Construction for replacement of driveway pavement at Central Fire Station. The pavement on
the west side of the station has deteriorated and is in need of replacement. Four bids were
received for the project, with Gunther Construction submitting the low and best bid.
Item 23-6003 Appointment Memo
Appointments to boards and commissions are submitted by Mayor Schwartzman for Council
consideration and approval.
Item 23-8011 Bills
Bills and advanced checks are submitted for approval. All purchases are made in accordance with
purchasing policies, with purchases over $25,000 utilizing the competitive bid process and
approved individually by City Council. Please direct questions pertaining to bills and/or advance
checks prior to the council meeting to Gloria Osborn, Director of Finance and Information
Systems.
ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS
Item 23-1014 Proposing amendment to Special Service Area Number One to provide a 10 year
extension of the $1.50 tax and establish a Public Hearing date (Final Reading)
Staff recommends approval of an ordinance proposing amendment to Special Service Area
Number One to provide for a ten-year extension of the $1.50 tax. The Downtown Council utilizes
funds from this levy to cover a variety of expenses including administrative, maintenance, other
operational costs, as well as capital improvements (e.g., fagade grants). The third ten-year
extension was requested and approved in 2013 and this extension will expire with the 2023 levy
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for property taxes payable 2024. The Downtown Council has requested the City Council consider
another ten-year extension of the $1.50 tax. The process to initiate the ten-year extension begins
with the Council consideration of the attached ordinance that proposes the extension and
schedules a public hearing on the process. If this ordinance is approved, a legal notice is published
in the paper and all owners of property located within the Special Service Area are sent notice of
the public hearing. Once the public hearing is held, there is a 60-day period where no action can
be taken to give any objectors time to file a petition opposing the amendment. Once the 60-day
period expires, the City Council will consider an ordinance that approves the ten-year extension.
There would be no impact on the City's budget. The property owners in the Special Service Area
would pay additional property taxes to fund this.
Item 23-2043 Galesburg Township Transit Discount
The Public Transportation Advisory Commission (PTAC) recommends approval of a resolution
authorizing Galesburg Township to purchase single and punch passes for fixed route public
transportation at a 25% discount. Galesburg Township's General Assistance Office is
implementing a new, needs based program to assist those in our community who have no other
means of transportation and lack resources to purchase bus passes. This program will be fully
managed by the General Assistance office, and they have requested the ability to purchase the
passes at a 25% discount to utilize for this assistance program.
BIDS, PETITIONS AND COMMUNICATIONS
CITY MANAGER'S REPORT
MISCELLANEOUS BUSINESS (Agreements, Approvals, Etc.)
Item 23-4056 Salary Schedule
Staff recommends approval of amending the salary schedule to add the position of City Attorney
and remove the positions of Assistant Public Works Director and Assistant City Manager/Director
of Public Works. The City has utilized Barash and Everett, LLC for interim legal counsel since
September 2022. Barash and Everett, LLC submitted their written termination of interim legal
representation, but indicated they would continue to provide services to the City while
recruitment efforts for legal counsel are underway to ensure a smooth transition. To begin the
recruitment process to fill the position of City Attorney, it is recommended to add the position of
City Attorney to the classification and salary schedule at pay grade 32 EX, which is where the
position was classified when the prior City Attorney was hired in 2015. It is also recommended to
remove the positions of Assistant Director of Public Works and Assistant City Manager/Public
Works Director, which have not been filled since their creation. Staff will begin recruitment
efforts to fill the existing position of Public Works Director.
Item 23-4057 Urban Ag Grant for Greenlords Pharms
Staff recommends approval of a $25,000 Urban Agriculture Grant application submitted by
Demarkius Medley for Greenlords Pharms. The proposed project includes the growing of various
leafy greens, tomatoes, herbs, and fruits and berries with the use of hydroponic and aquaponic
gardening methods. The company will target various retail grocery store outlets to distribute the
product. The grant funds will be utilized for startup costs such as advertising, crops, and
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equipment. Once the grant funds are depleted the owner plans to use the proceeds from sales
to sustain the business. If approved the Urban Agriculture grant will be paid from the Planning
Fund (054). $12,500 will be paid upfront in 2023, with the remaining $12,500 being paid out in
reimbursements in 2024.
Item 23-4058 Urban Ag Grant for Galesburg Fruit Orchards
Staff recommends approval of a $25,000 Urban Agriculture Grant application submitted by Mark
Rasmussen for a Galesburg Fruit Orchards project. The proposed project includes the planting
and growing of various fruit trees on multiple vacant lots throughout the city. Mr. Rasmussen has
purchased several surplus lots in the annual city sale over the years. The owner's goal is to have
an orchard within one mile of every residence within the city limits. The orchards will be open to
the public for picking, with the remainder to be donated to local agencies. The grant funds will
be utilized for startup costs such as advertising, crops, and equipment. Once the grant funds are
depleted the owner plans to use personal funds to maintain the business. If approved the Urban
Agriculture grant will be paid from the Planning Fund (054). $12,500 will be paid upfront in 2023,
with the remaining $12,500 being paid out in reimbursements in 2024.
Item 23-4059 Contract with LexiPol for Law Enforcement Training & Accreditation
Staff recommends approval of a proposal from Lexipol to provide professional services for a
police policy manual and ILEAP accreditation in the amount of $25,506.55. Lexipol is a risk
management solution, which assists agencies in Illinois with policies, training and accreditation
processes. The Galesburg Police Department is in the process of starting the accreditation
process through Illinois Law Enforcement Accreditation Program (ILEAP). Accreditation provides
several advantages, which include liability protection, quality control, and ensuring the agency is
employing best practices in line with the concepts of 21st Century policing. The tier two level of
service is recommended, as the manager for the ILEAP accreditation process indicated this tier
of service will provide the Police Department with the proper management and implementation
needed to complete the accreditation process. This purchase will be paid for from fund (53)
$24,500.00, and Fund (16) $1,006.55.
TOWN BUSINESS
Item 23-9013 Town Bills
Respectfully submitted,
Steve Gugliotta
Acting City Manager
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Galesburg City Council Regular Meeting
City Council Chambers
55 West Tompkins Street, Galesburg, Illinois
June 5, 2023
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,
Evan Miller, Dwight White, Heather Acerra, Sarah Davis, and Steve Cheesman, 8. Also Present:
Acting City Manager Steve Gugliotta, Interim City Attorney Paul Mangieri, and City Clerk Kelli
Ben newitz.
Mayor Schwartzman declared a quorum present.
A moment of silence was observed in lieu of an invocation.
Council Member Cheesman moved, seconded by Council Member Miller, to adjourn into
executive session at 5:31 p.m. for the purposes of discussing personnel, 5 ILCS/2(c)(1).
Roll Call #2:
Ayes: Council Members Hix, Dennis, Miller, White, Acerra, Davis, and Cheesman, 7.
Nays: None
Absent: None
Chairman declared the motion carried.
During the Executive Session, Council Member Dennis moved, seconded by Council Member
Hix, to recess back to the Regular City Council meeting at 5:48 p.m.
Roll Call #3:
Ayes: Council Members Hix, Dennis, Miller, White, Acerra, Davis, and Cheesman, 7.
Nays: None
Absent: None
Chairman declared the motion carried.
Council Member Dennis moved, seconded by Council Member Miller, to approve the minutes of
the City Council's special meeting from May 15, 2023.
Roll Call #4:
Ayes: Council Members Hix, Dennis, Miller, Acerra, Davis, and Cheesman, 6.
Nays: None
Absent: None
Abstain: Council Member White, 1.
Chairman declared the motion carried.
Council Member Miller moved, seconded by Council Member Acerra, to approve the minutes of
the City Council's regular meeting from May 15, 2023.
Roll Call #5:
Ayes: Council Members Hix, Dennis, Miller, White, Acerra, Davis, and Cheesman, 7.
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Nays: None
Absent: None
Chairman declared the motion carried.
Mayor Schwartzman asked for nominations for Deputy Mayor.
Council Member White nominated Council Member Cheesman, seconded by Council Member
Davis.
Council Member Acerra nominated Council Member Dennis, seconded by Council Member Hix.
Council Member Cheesman removed his name from consideration. No further nominations
were received.
Roll Call #6:
Ayes: Council Members Hix, Miller, Acerra, Davis, and Cheesman, 5.
Nays: Council Member White, 1.
Absent: None
Abstain: Council Member Dennis, 1.
Chairman declared the motion carried. Council Member Dennis was elected as Deputy Mayor.
CONSENT AGENDA #2023-11
All matters listed under the Consent Agenda are considered routine by the City Council and will
be enacted by one motion.
23-2031
Approve Resolution 23-35 in support of the Illinois Housing Development Authority's (IHDA)
Strong Community Program Grant Ground 2.
23-4046
Approve membership renewal with Western Illinois Regional Council in the amount of $17,085.
23-4047
Approve a three-year maintenance agreement with Altorfer Power Systems in the amount of
$13,792 per year for emergency standby generators for the Water Division.
23-4048
Approve the purchase of phosphate inhibitor from Hawkins, Inc. at a cost of $0.795 per pound
for the Water Division.
23-4049
Approve waiving normal purchasing policies and approve the product pricing by Core & Main
for various water meters and radio units to be purchased for the Water Division.
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23-4050
Approve the renewal of an agreement for use of the Right of Way by Unite Private
Networks -Illinois, LLC for installing a fiber optic cable.
23-8010
Approve bills in the amount of $1,117,722.68 and advance checks in the amount of
$955,502.34.
Council Member Davis moved, seconded by Council Member Miller, to approve Consent Agenda
2023-11.
Roll Call #7:
Ayes: Council Members Hix, Dennis, Miller, White, Acerra, Davis, and Cheesman 7.
Nays: None
Absent: None
Chairman declared the motion carried by omnibus vote.
23-4051
Council Member Dennis moved, seconded by Council Member Miller, to approve a $5,000
Minority and/or Woman owned Business Startup Assistance grant to MOD Esthetics, LLC. Sarah
Howerter thanked the Council for their support.
Roll Call #8:
Ayes: Council Members Hix, Dennis, Miller, White, Acerra, Davis, and Cheesman, 7.
Nays: None.
Absent: None
Chairman declared the motion carried.
23-4052
Council Member Dennis moved, seconded by Council Member Davis, to approve a $5,000
Minority and/or Woman owned Business Startup Assistance grant to Get Sum Ink LLC. George
Hamblen thanked the Council for their support.
Roll Call #9:
Ayes: Council Members Hix, Dennis, Miller, White, Acerra, Davis, and Cheesman, 7.
Nays: None
Absent: None
Chairman declared the motion carried.
23-4053
Council Member White moved, seconded by Council Member Miller, to approve a $10,000
Minority and/or Woman owned Business Startup Assistance grant to Greenlords Pharms LLC.
Demarkius Medley Sr. and Demarkius Medley Jr. thanked the Council for their support.
Roll Call #10:
Ayes: Council Members Hix, Dennis, Miller, White, Acerra, Davis, and Cheesman, 7.
Nays: None
Absent: None
Chairman declared the motion carried.
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PASSAGE OF ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS
23-1008
Council Member Hix moved, seconded by Council Member White, to approve Ordinance
23-3699 on final reading directing the sale of City owned property located at 905 Maple
Avenue.
Roll Call #11:
Ayes: Council Members Hix, Dennis, Miller, Acerra, and Cheesman, 5.
Nays: Council Member White and Davis, 2.
Absent: None
Chairman declared the motion carried.
23-1009
Council Member Acerra moved, seconded by Council Member Hix, to approve Ordinance
23-3700 on final reading amending section 30.06 (h) regarding speakers limiting their comments
to three minutes during Public Participation with a not to exceed total limit for public comments
to 60 minutes at Regular City Council meetings and 30 minutes at City Council Work Sessions
and Special Meetings.
Council Member White stated that he feels this is an encroachment on the first amendment
right and reminded Council that the public is their employer and should have the right to
address the City Council. He stated that he can ignore emails and phone calls, but everyone has
to listen when someone is speaking to them in person. He feels that limiting their time to speak
is improper and believes the Supreme Court would agree. Furthermore, he reiterated that he
fought for people's right for freedom.
Council Member Davis stated that it's not normal for so many people to show up at a meeting
unless there is a reason. She doesn't feel a limit should be instituted and that citizens should
have the right to stand up and feel heard.
Mayor Schwartzman stated his concern over the number of minutes allotted and that it could
be problematic in terms of people positioning themselves to make sure they are heard.
Council Member Cheesman stated that he doesn't want anyone not to be heard and that a
compromise is needed. He also understands that City business needs to get done and would be
amenable to approving an extension if the time limit was over and there were still residents
who wanted to make a comment.
Council Member Acerra noted that having some of these limits is not unconventional and that
both the County Board and the School District have something similar.
Council Member White stated that the compromise should be to remove both time limits and
that the Council should not control people in this way and that it is highly unfair.
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Council Member Hix stated that with the Council's four-hour limit, that leaves 25% of the
meeting devoted to public comment. He would be in favor of removing the time limit if the
Mayor could give his word that he would monitor the public and their comments.
The Mayor stated that he has asked people to only speak for one -minute in the past when there
has been a lot of public comment, which he has the discretion to do. He noted that a lot of
time and work goes into the preparation of the agenda by staff but does not want the public to
feel restricted.
Council Member White moved, seconded by Council Member Davis, to amend the ordinance by
removing the 60-minute limit at Regular City Council meetings and the 30-minute limit at City
Council Work Sessions and Special Meetings.
Roll Call #12:
Ayes: Council Members Hix, Dennis, White, and Davis, 4.
Nays: Council Members Miller, Acerra, and Cheesman, 3.
Absent: None
Chairman declared the motion carried.
23-1010
Council Member Davis moved, seconded by Council Member Miller, to approve an Ordinance
on final reading amending section 30.15 (B) regarding the order of business for City Council
meetings and limiting closing comments by City Council Members to two minutes per member.
Council Member White moved, seconded by Council Member Davis, to amend the ordinance by
removing the two minute per Council Member time limit.
Roll Call #13:
Ayes: Council Members White and Davis, 2.
Nays: Council Members Hix, Dennis, Miller, Acerra, and Cheesman, 5.
Absent: None
Chairman declared the motion failed.
Council Member Cheesman asked what time limit could be considered as a compromise.
Council Member White stated that this is his platform and that he likes to speak. He takes it
personally that there is a limit being suggested and that in the end, it would be his right to
filibuster the meeting.
Council Member Cheesman moved, seconded by Council Member Miller, to amend the
ordinance by allowing a three minute per Council Member time limit.
Roll Call #14:
Ayes: Council Members Hix, Dennis, Miller, Acerra, Davis, and Cheesman, 6.
Nays: Council Member White, 1.
Absent: None
Chairman declared the motion carried.
Approve Ordinance 23-3701 on final reading as amended.
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Roll Call #15:
Ayes: Council Members Hix, Dennis, Miller, Acerra, and Cheesman, 5.
Nays: Council Member White and Davis, 2.
Absent: None
Chairman declared the motion carried.
23-1011
Council Member Dennis moved, seconded by Council Member Acerra, to approve Ordinance
23-3702 on final reading amending section 30.02 (B) to change the start time of City Council
meetings to 6:00 p.m.
Roll Call #16:
Ayes: Council Members Hix, Dennis, Miller, White, Acerra, Davis, and Cheesman, 7.
Nays: None
Absent: None
Chairman declared the motion carried.
23-1013
Council Member Acerra moved, seconded by Council Member Miller, to approve Ordinance
23-3703 on final reading authorizing the City Council to retain independent legislative counsel,
Ancel Glink, P.C.
Discussion was held on the process of which a Council Member would contact legislative
counsel. The current process was explained by Interim City Attorney Mangieri, as well as other
options. If approved, the Acting City Manager would discuss options with the City Council.
Council Member White inquired about the law firm and how they were chosen. Council
Member Acerra noted that after attending a conference, she contacted them as they are the
premier municipal law firm in Illinois. Council Member White stated that he still had many
questions. Council Member Hix noted that Council has had three weeks to ask questions or
reach out to staff for information.
Keri-Lyn Krafthefer, Ancel Glink, stated that she would be happy to talk to or meet with any
Council Members. Council Member Acerra also noted that Ms. Krafthefer and her firm
authored the IML Handbook, which she recently received at her Council Orientation.
Mayor Schwartzman stated that if approved, legislative counsel would not replace or usurp the
City's legal counsel. Interim City Attorney Mangieri stated that his hourly fee is $300 per hour
compared to Ancel Glink's rate of $250 per hour. He also noted that municipal law is not his
area of expertise.
It was also noted that the City has many attorneys that they use at different times for such
items as labor negotiations, workers compensation cases, insurance cases, discrimination, bond
counsel, etc. Legislative counsel would provide advice and counsel to the Council; the City
Attorney provides legal support to carry out the decisions of the Council.
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Reverend Vince Marolla addressed the Council and asked if Ms. Krafthefer had been paid to
date and if she had already provided services. She stated no to both questions.
Jim Jacobs addressed the Council and stated that those who ran for office ran to save the City
money and in the recent past, fired the interim Public Works Director to save money. He's
unclear as to why some on the Council now want to spend money on a Chicago law firm. He
believes that has never been done before and that the City does not need additional
representation. This is a contradiction of what most individuals ran on during the election.
Bruce Weik addressed the Council and feels that this was in motion before the election and that
Ms. Krafthefer is sitting at the table before she has been approved.
Council Member Dennis left the meeting at 7:15 p.m.
Mr. Weik stated that it is a shame that four right-wing republicans have been seated and that
this legal representation is not needed and is likely illegal. He believes it is a scam by a Chicago
law firm.
Reverend Andrew Jowers addressed the Council and read part of the proposed ordinance out
loud. He feels that this is a duplication of services and that Ms. Krafthefer should not be sitting
at the table since she has yet to be hired. He feels that something like this should be put out to
bid by the City.
Council Member Dennis returned to the meeting at 7:19 p.m.
Gabriel Lincoln addressed the Council and hopes that people more intelligent than him are
asking questions. He asked if hiring legislative counsel is meant to save money in the long run
and to save the Council from legislative blunders.
Pastor Tony Franklin addressed the Council and stated that he doesn't understand why this item
is coming to the Council now and was not needed before. He wondered what has changed that
he is not seeing.
Bernie Cowan addressed the Council and asked if this was protection for each Council Member
and that he is disappointed in the misleading of the public.
Louise Wilder asked the Council to each explain why the extra attorney is needed so that she
can better understand.
Steve Smith addressed the Council and stated he has moved back to Galesburg and is upset by
the attacks on his Council Member (Acerra) and that having legislative counsel could be a good
idea. He is tired of these attacks happening at every single meeting and that everyone needs to
stop.
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Chris Deligiannis addressed the Council and stated that he has lived in Galesburg his whole life
and doesn't understand how this attorney was contacted by one Council Member and that
taxpayer dollars will pay for these services.
Council Member Miller left the meeting at 7:29 p.m.
Darla Krejci addressed the Council and stated that she recommends the City get a new City
Attorney first before additional legal counsel is approved. She would expect that an itemized
bill and list of questions, topics, and who called would be made available to the public.
Jerry Ryberg stated that Al learns about everything.
Council Member Acerra stated that working with Ancel Glink will be helpful for policy decisions,
and they will be the Council's "go to" for special counsel. Ancel Glink has worked with many
municipalities and is the premier municipal law firm in Illinois.
Council Member Miller returned to the meeting at 7:32 p.m.
Council Member White read a portion of the ordinance that discussed using legislative counsel
for divergent or political views different from the City Manager or Mayor. He notes that if
Council had divergent views from the City Manager they wouldn't hire that person and if there
are differences, he would be fired. He stated that he believes the Council needs to trust the
City Manager for decisions and that that position works for the Council. He reminded everyone
that the Mayor represents the whole City, not separate wards.
Council Member White left the meeting at 7:35 p.m.
Mayor Schwartzman did report that he talked to Ms. Krafthefer on May 15th. He noted that
there have been times when outside counsel has been needed and could be a benefit to the
City Council on occasion. However, he noted that he was not pleased how it was handled. He
also noted that he cannot make a judgment on Ancel Glink, but he is concerned about the fees
that were not budgeted.
Council Member Cheesman stated that these are difficult and challenging times and noted that
Paul Mangieri and Leslie Day have done a great job for the City, but are moving on. He feels
there is a need for in-house counsel, but understands that it will take time.
Council Member White returned to the meeting at 7:38 p.m.
Council Member Cheesman further stated that he would envision using legislative counsel for a
short time and that the arrangement with Ancel Glink would be re-evaluated once a new City
Attorney is hired.
Roll Call #17:
Ayes: Council Members Hix, Dennis, Miller, Acerra, and Cheesman, 5.
Nays: Council Members White and Davis, 2.
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Absent: None
Chairman declared the motion carried.
23-1014
Ordinance on first reading proposing an amendment to Special Service Area One to provide for
a ten-year extension of the $1.50 tax and authorizes staff to establish a date for a public hearing
for the proposed amendment.
23-2027
Council Member Cheesman moved, seconded by Council Member Acerra, to defer agenda item
23-2027 to the July 3, 2023, City Council Meeting.
Dale Carlson, Galesburg Rescue Mission Board Member, addressed the Council and would also
like to see the Council defer this item. He would like to recommend residents in the third and
fourth wards contact their Council Members and express their ideas and concerns. He hopes
the Council can all work in harmony.
Roll Call #18:
Ayes: Council Members Hix, Dennis, Miller, White, Acerra, Davis, and Cheesman, 7.
Nays: None
Absent: None
Chairman declared the motion carried.
23-2039
Council Member Davis moved, seconded by Council Member Acerra, to approve a Resolution
declaring the month of June as LGBTQIA+ Pride Month.
Mayor Schwartzman asked the public to keep their comments as concise as possible, germane
to City business, and respectful. He asked everyone to refrain from ridicule, personal attacks,
and abusive language. If a Council Member/s has done something they don't agree with, he
asks the public to focus on the action, not on the person. He asked members of the public to
respect the elected body and for the elected body to show restraint and model good
comportment.
The Mayor further stated that as the presiding officer, he has the authority to call people out of
order. He asked that people remain civil, orderly, and respectful during these important
meetings.
Jerry Ryberg addressed the Council and read a statement from a May 1st article. It noted that
no one lives as a transgender out of caprice, but instead they lose their family, friends, jobs, and
even their lives. We need love, diversity, and equity, and he asked the Council to fly the Pride
Flag.
Holly McDorman addressed the Council as the president of Galesburg PFLAG. She asked the
City Council to fly the Pride Flag at City Hall, Welcome Center, and the square. She stated that
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this flag can save a life and shows that we are a safe community for many who are in a life or
death situation. She asked the Council to consider a flag ordinance after the month of June.
Jim Jacobs addressed the Council, stating that he would like the Pride Flag flown during the
month of June in the same locations as last year. He added that if a flag ordinance is adopted,
the Pride Flag should be grandfathered in.
Reverend Andrew Jowers addressed the Council and stated that he knows this topic is a hard
one for religious reasons but that he is ordained to love all and doesn't understand the
objection. He stated that there is no need to have a fear of a flag and that everyone falls short
of what the American flag stands for -- liberty and justice for all.
Karen Cabrera addressed the Council and stated that she is the mother of a gay son, who has
said before that he didn't choose to be gay. One year ago, her son held a drag show in
Galesburg and it sold out in ten minutes. She hopes the Pride Flag is flown to show all kids they
are accepted.
Christina King addressed the Council and stated that the Pride Flag is not a political statement
but does represent people who have been oppressed for years. She herself has struggled with
this topic and has been called names, attacked, and sexually assaulted, are not things she has
asked for or wanted. In order for her to be here today, she had to accept herself. She stated
that this is a real life issue that affects people who see the Pride Flag as a beacon of hope. She
has many youths who have asked for help and she tells them to hold on, be patient and that
they have rights, choices and options. It gives people hope and sometimes gives them one
more day.
Ms. King presented statistics regarding trans people and stated that this is reality and why the
flag is life-saving for many people. She added that a precedent has been set with flying the
Pride Flag and that many of the current Council have voted for it in the past.
Joseph Taylor addressed the Council and quoted a saying that gay people are marvels who have
fought persecution, bullied, and in a constant battle with the government. He noted that most
of them still believe in the humanity that continues to suppress them. He stated that he is
present today so that he can look back in five years and say it's going to be okay and to show
support for everyone.
Reverend Carrie Carnes addressed the Council and stated that week after week, community
members come to the City Council meetings and express fear for themselves and who they love.
She stated that legislation is proposed on a daily basis that targets the LG13TQIA+ community.
She noted that the City is at a critical juncture to create a community in which everyone thrives,
has a sense of dignity and belonging.
Reverend Carnes stated that she agrees with some people who say that flying the Pride Flag is a
performative and symbolic act. She believes that flying the flag both describes the community
in which we live and transforms it into that same community. The Council has the power to be
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the change and that their actions will dictate the extent to which all members of the community
have a safe and dignified place.
Duane Oldfield addressed the Council on behalf of his daughter who had homophobic slurs put
on her locker. He noted that many years ago, the City's Human Relations Commission added
LGBTQ language to their ordinance and it was voted down. There is now a Gay Straight Alliance
at the high school and the Pride Flag means a lot to youth and helps them make decisions. He
implored the Council to fly the flag and that an ordinance can come at a later date.
Karen Kampwirth addressed the Council and hopes that this resolution passes with the approval
to fly the Pride Flag in the same places as last year. If it is not flown, she feels that it will send a
message that the Council is hostile to the community.
Kyle Rohweder addressed the Council and stated that gay history is part of American history and
shows the diversity of God's creation. The advocacy for and recognition of such marginalized
people is a birthright and obligation for any human who values decency, acknowledges the
tremendous diversity of God's beautiful creation, and holds any basic level of respect for other
human beings and their own right to exist as happily and authentically as they were created. He
stated that the recognition of equal rights for some does not mean fewer rights for you.
Ella Oligney-Estill addressed the Council as a member of the youth population. She noted that
there has been a precedent set by flying the Pride Flag in 2020. She would support a flag
ordinance but would ask that the flag be flown in June and the ordinance evaluated later. She is
a member of the high school GSA and the flying of the flag means a lot to the youth of
Galesburg. She reminded the Council that it is just a piece of fabric but that it means a lot to
people and to a little girl who was scared to approach the podium.
Susan Vinson addressed the Council and asked that they adopt a flag policy in order to keep the
City out of a precarious position. She believes that the City Council shouldn't be endorsing
flags, which is what people will assume, and that it will be seen as political.
Ryan Sherwin, a member of the high school's GSA, addressed the Council and stated that not
flying the flag hurts and that many people have been looking forward to seeing it. He noted
that many have not been able to represent themselves at high school and that the flag is viewed
as something important and represents community. Not flying the Pride Flag shows that not
everyone is important.
Brandy Wilcox addressed the Council and stated that she came to Galesburg in June 2022 for
Knox College. She came from Madison, WI, where they are very supportive of LGBTQ rights and
that she was scared to show her identity here. When she moved here, she noticed a Pride Flag
in her apartment building and it made her feel safe and that it was going to be okay.
Diane Crock addressed the Council and stated that she agrees this topic shouldn't be political.
She read a statement from the Knox County Patriots that was endorsed by four Council
Members.
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Reverend Vince Marolla addressed the Council and stated that God is the God of love with no
conditions, no creed, etc. One year ago, seven people voted yes to fly the Pride Flag and in
January all seven voted for the LGBTQ resolution. Four of those individuals are still on the
Council and he doesn't understand what has changed.
Iris Veneracion addressed the Council and stated that seeing the Pride Flag makes her feel safe
and physically relaxed. The flag means the City is looking out for the queer community and
making a statement. She reminded the Council that there are queer individuals in all their
districts and that this is their job.
Dez Stenger addressed the Council and stated that being part of the LGBTQ community has
been difficult and that she identifies with the she/her pronouns. She moved near here in 2021,
after starting a family, but some people want her dead because she's transgender. She flies the
Pride Flag every day and simply wants to live her life with respect. She wants her spouse and
child to be safe and to not be alienated because of her. She hopes for a community that is
focused on love, not hate.
Walt McAllister addressed the Council and stated that hiding behind a flag ordinance is
disingenuous and that the community knows and sees it. He implored the Council to be
truthful.
Darla Krejci addressed the Council and stated that as tourists, the Pride Flag means a lot to
those who like to travel. For her and her partner, many times while traveling they have to
survey the situation and act accordingly, sometimes playing that they are sisters. Seeing the
Pride Flag in another city means they can relax and not be judged. She noted that the flag was
flown at the Welcome Center last year during the month of June and that they will follow the
lead of the City this year. A precedent has been set and the flag, which identifies love not hate,
should continue to be flown.
Nancy Eberhardt addressed the Council as a member of the local United Against Hate chapter
and thanked the Council for listening. Their group is composed of concerned citizens from the
community, created to provide support and to resist acts of politically motivated hatred and
intimidation against members of ethnic or religious minority groups, immigrants, LGBTQ people
and others. Ms. Eberhardt stated that hate crime incidents have been surging in recent years
and that scholarly research shows that the best ways to prevent hate crimes in a community is
to identify which people/groups will most likely to be targets of hate crimes and determine how
to make these groups feel safe, respected and protected (which includes public displays of
support of these people/groups). She implored the Council to fly the Pride Flag.
Doug Summers addressed the Council and stated that he is a member of the "old guard" and
remembers a time of riots, and has lost jobs and apartments for being gay. He moved here
seventeen years ago and believes Galesburg is wonderful and full of kind and considerate
people. He added that the City Council approved a proclamation and flying the Pride Flag three
years ago and asked them to vote for flying it again this year.
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Stephen Smith addressed the Council and stated that flying the Pride Flag in Galesburg is not
new and that they need to honor it by flying it again.
Edan addressed the Council and stated that living a transgender life is not fantastic and that
there has been a lot of legislation introduced to hurt that community. When she lived in
Canton, she was the first to own a Pride Flag, which was threatened to be burned. She came to
Galesburg in 2022, she felt safe by seeing the flags flown here. She does not want to live in fear
for the rest of her life and asked the City to put up the flag.
Council Member Davis stated that everyone has heard plenty tonight of how the Pride Flag
saves lives and that it should not be a political statement. She has heard divisive and alienating
hate speech from one Council Member and is disappointed to see that three others have
aligned themselves with him. As the only queer Council Member she was sad to see that she
wasn't consulted about the flag, but was instead alienated and blindsided. She noted that she
came out only a year ago so she has not lived through as much hatred, violence, and death
threats as others. The City needs to demonstrate that they care about the entire community
and that a flag is the smallest action they can take.
Council Member Davis stated that there is much legislation that is basically genocide and
making people not feel safe, forcing them to leave their jobs and community. She noted that
her fiance once felt safe in Galesburg but does not. A precedent has been set by flying the Pride
Flag and that you cannot put one person's discomfort over another person's existence. The flag
is life-saving.
Council Member Davis moved, seconded by Council Member White, to amend the Resolution
by adding language that the Pride Flag will be flown during the month of June.
Council Member Cheesman stated that he believes it is reasonable, makes common sense, and
provides decency to fly the flag during the month of June. In the future, he recommended
looking at a flag policy, but to move forward with the Pride Flag at this time.
Council Member Hix inquired about the legal ramifications of another group requesting to fly a
flag and if the City be required or obligated to do so.
Interim City Attorney Mangieri stated that there is a U.S. Supreme Court opinion from the city of
Boston that ruled the city must let a Christian group fly its flag over city hall. He stated that the
things that go towards the First Amendment and the free speech clause does not prevent a
governmental entity from expressing a view or require a governmental entity to allow every
view to be presented. The distinction that the Supreme Court has made is whether flying a flag
constitutes speech from the government or from a private entity.
He noted that this has a lot to do with how the flag gets flown, and in the absence of a policy,
there is nothing to hold up and show that there is one being used. However, he stated that the
City has in the past, during the month of June, approved a resolution that has provided for the
month of June in the City of Galesburg is Gay Pride Month, and it did have the provision that the
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flag will be flown. He believes this is permissible, but that Council also has the right to not
approve.
Council Member White left the meeting at 9:07 p.m.
Interim City Attorney Mangieri added that where Council could run afoul is where there is no
legislative input, or any determination, and there is a lack of a policy where everybody that
wants to fly a flag gets to do it. He noted that this is what happened in Boston. In this case, they
had no parameters and they allowed everyone to fly a flag, including a commercial bank. He
read that the First Amendment's free speech clause does not prevent the government from
expressing a view or declining to express a view when the government wishes to state an
opinion to speak for the community to formulate policies, or to implement programs.
He stated that if the Council is in favor of the principles to continue to support and accept
LGBTQ+ individuals, in particular youth, then they could approve to fly the flag. He expressed
again that the City has a practice right now, but no policy. He noted that in concert with the
Supreme Court case, another case noted that city flag poles are not intended to serve as a form
for free expression by the public. In that community, the following flags may be displayed by the
city as an expression of the city's official sediments, official ceremony items or proclamations of
city council. He feels extremely confident that the Council will not run afoul or not expose the
City if they pass this resolution because they are making the finding that those are the values
that the City of Galesburg wishes to endorse and that the Pride Flag symbolizes that.
Council Member White returned to the meeting at 9:09 p.m.
Council Member Acerra stated that this is a complicated issue because the Council Members
represent all of our Wards. She stated that she has two concerns about the legislative aspect of
this, one being that in the Supreme Court case in Boston, the City had to pay $2.1 million to a
Christian group that wanted to fly a Christian flag because they didn't want to endorse religion.
She further clarified that this isn't the same circumstance, but that in the City of Moline,
because of the whole element of freedom of speech, they have an after school Satan club now.
She added that this is upsetting a lot of parents, but they can't deny it because of freedom of
speech. She also noted that in Springfield they have a display at Christmastime where there's a
menorah, a Christmas creche, and a satanic display. She's guessing that most in attendance
aren't satanists and most would say that doesn't reflect their values.
She has heard from a lot of residents and most are split on this subject. Therefore, she is trying
to represent a lot of people and trying to do something that's fair for everyone. She noted that
she and the Mayor have talked quite a bit about this subject and she does believe in inclusion,
and suggested that in the future, possibly a welcome sign that says specifically either an
inclusive statement or something similar to what the City has now with logos of clubs and
service organizations. Council Member Acerra stated her concern over how the Council will
determine what the values are for certain requests, such as a Right to Life flag, which a lot of
people feel very seriously about. How will the Council feel comfortable making a decision and
wonders if it is their place as a City to do so. If someone comes with a more mainstream value,
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or maybe what some might deem to be a conservative value, such as right to life, how should
the City process that.
Council Member Cheesman stated to the Mayor that he has sat here all night long and heard
people say things. He emphatically stated that we really, really need to stop the stuff that goes
on here in terms of what happens after every comment and someone laughs or we have an
insulting type of gesture. He respects everything that people are saying and expects the same
toward what's said by Council Members.
Mayor Schwartzman stated that he agreed with Council Member Cheesman but that it is very
difficult to pick individuals out of a room. He asked that people please conduct themselves
properly.
Council Member White stated that the Right to Life organization has been active with his church
throughout many years. Most of those involved are conservatives and the first tenant of a
conservative is for the government to stay out of their business. He believes this as well and
doesn't want the government in his business, but that it's necessary. He has supported Right to
Life for a long time but he does wish they took all the energy, time and money to figure the
problem out and talk to young people about how to love themselves so they will have
self-esteem and not have to depend on some guy that say he loves them and they end up
having a child that they don't want.
Council Member White challenged everybody to read the American flag code and noted the
people walking around with it on their shoulder are trashing it. However, they call themselves
patriots or constitutionalists.
The Mayor explained that a vote in favor of this amendment would add the language to fly the
Pride Flag during the month of June.
Roll Call #19:
Ayes: Council Members Hix, White, Davis, and Cheesman, 4.
Nays: Council Members Dennis and Miller, 2.
Absent: None
Abstain: Council Member Acerra, 1.
Chairman declared the motion carried.
Approve Resolution 23-36 as amended.
Roll Call #20:
Ayes: Council Members Hix, Dennis, White, Acerra, Davis, and Cheesman, 6.
Nays: Council Member Miller, 1.
Absent: None
Chairman declared the motion carried.
Council Member Hix moved, seconded by Council member White, to extend the meeting by 15
minutes.
Roll Call #21:
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Ayes: Council Members Hix, Dennis, Miller, White, Acerra, Davis, and Cheesman, 7.
Nays: None
Absent: None
Chairman declared the motion carried.
23-2040
Council Member White moved, seconded by Council Member Davis, to approve Resolution
23-37 releasing Executive Session minutes from the December 5, 2022, meeting, and portions
of the December 19, 2022, meeting.
Roll Call #22:
Ayes: Council Members Hix, Dennis, Miller, White, Acerra, Davis, and Cheesman, 7.
Nays: None
Absent: None
Chairman declared the motion carried.
23-2041
Council Member Davis moved, seconded by Council Member White, to approve Resolution
23-38 accepting the donation of 782 East Berrien Street.
Roll Call #23:
Ayes: Council Members Hix, Dennis, Miller, White, Acerra, Davis, and Cheesman, 7.
Nays: None
Absent: None
Chairman declared the motion carried.
23-2042
Council Member Cheesman moved, seconded by Council Member Acerra, to approve a
Resolution approving compensation for Steve Gugliotta as Acting City Manager.
Council Member Hix moved, seconded by Council Member White, to amend the Resolution to
allow for acting pay retroactive to May 23, 2023.
Roll Call #24:
Ayes: Council Members Hix, Dennis, Miller, White, Acerra, Davis, and Cheesman, 7.
Nays: None
Absent: None
Chairman declared the motion carried.
Approve Resolution 23-39 as amended.
Roll Call #25:
Ayes: Council Members Hix, Dennis, Miller, White, Acerra, Davis, and Cheesman, 7.
Nays: None
Absent: None
Chairman declared the motion carried.
BIDS, PETITIONS, AND COMMUNICATIONS
23-3016
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Council Member Dennis moved, seconded by Council Member Davis to approve the sale of the
following City -owned properties:
ACCEPT SOLE BID:
Tract 2: Greg & Jackie Saul for $103.00.
Tract 3: Greg & Jackie Saul for $103.00.
Tract 5: Elias Rogers for $400.00.
Tract 7: Mark Rassmussen for $151.00.
Tract 8: T.J. McNaught for $400.00.
Tract 12: Larry & Sue Knuth for $255.00.
ACCEPT HIGH AND BEST BID:
Tract 11: David Christianson for $850.00.
Roll Call #26:
Ayes: Council Members Hix, Dennis, Miller, White, Acerra, Davis, and Cheesman, 7.
Nays: None
Absent: None
Chairman declared the motion carried.
23-3017
Council Member Cheesman moved, seconded by Council Member Dennis, to approve the
purchase of a 2023 Alexis Spartan Fire Engine from Alexis Fire Equipment in the amount of
$622,917, with trade, for the Fire Department.
Roll Call #27:
Ayes: Council Members Hix, Dennis, Miller, White, Acerra, Davis, and Cheesman, 7.
Nays: None
Absent: None
Chairman declared the motion carried.
PUBLIC COMMENT
CITY MANAGER'S REPORT
MISCELLANEOUS BUSINESS (AGREEMENTS, APPROVALS, ETC.)
23-4054
Council Member White moved, seconded by Council Member Dennis, to approve a Plat of
Dedication of right-of-way for the property located on Farnham Street.
Roll Call #28:
Ayes: Council Members Hix, Dennis, Miller, White, Acerra, Davis, and Cheesman, 7.
Nays: None
Absent: None
Chairman declared the motion carried.
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Council Member White moved, seconded by Council Member Dennis, to sit as the Town Board.
The motion carried.
TOWN BUSINESS
23-9012
Trustee Dennis moved, seconded by Trustee White, to approve Town bills and warrants to be
drawn in payment of same.
Fund Title
Amount
Town Fund
$3,793.26
General Assistance Fund
$13,230.85
IMRF Fund
Social Security/Medicare Fund
Liability Fund
Audit Fund
Total
$17,024.11
Roll Call #29:
Ayes: Trustees Hix, Dennis, Miller, White, Acerra, Davis, and Cheesman, 7.
Nays: None
Absent: None
Chairman declared the motion carried.
Trustees Member Davis moved, seconded by Council Member Dennis, to resume as the City
Council. The motion carried.
CLOSING COMMENTS
Council Member White stated that he attends the Memorial Day Parade every year, and he
knows there were people that were there recognizing the gentleman from Galesburg who died.
As a Vietnam veteran, he stated that this hurts since our country only acknowledges 58,000
men that died. He wanted to acknowledge a gentleman by the name of Terry Hodge who
survived the battle but lost the war and died a horrendous death from Agent Orange. He stated
that he tells people all the time that 58,000 men were killed in combat but 300,000 men have
died of Agent Orange. He feels that they should be honored on Memorial Day just like the
soldiers that didn't come home and should be honored before anybody else. He asked people to
look up the name Isaac Woodard and another thing called Bonus Army. He stated that he loves
his country and that it's the only place he knows.
Council Member White stated that he wanted to speak about Miss Wilder, who posed a
question to the City Council and no one answered. He thinks as a citizen, they should find the
time to find her and answer her question. He added that Mr. Dale Carlson said only voters can
influence the City Council Members and he hopes that's true. He hopes that when the voters
and constituents call a Council Member, they don't decide to do what they want to do, but
instead what they asked you to do. He again asked everyone to look up the flag code, which is
not a law, but it's respect, honor, how what you are supposed to say and how you're supposed
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to treat the flag. You're not supposed to put blue lines through a flag, or make it black and green
and orange. Council Member White further stated that we have a law that says that a
policeman can lie to him, but he can't lie to a police officer. Sometimes even the rule of law is
terrible.
Council Member Acerra noted that she and the Mayor had a great meeting on Sunday and that
she is looking forward to actually getting a lot of great stuff done. They were able to get some
good headway going on youth programming and ideas and she's been talking to a lot of people.
She added that she is excited about the new library, which has so much potential. She's looking
forward to moving forward in a positive direction and hopes everyone will support that.
Council Member Davis encouraged everyone to listen to the song Pride by Jake Edwards, which
breaks down the history of the treatment of queer people in this country. She added that
someone talked about everyone being covered under that US flag, but unfortunately the
treatment that has many times been sponsored by the government demonstrates that the
queer community doesn't get covered by that and that they need something more. She stated
that we need to be intentional because it saves lives.
Council Member Cheesman thanked Council Member White for his service. He also agrees with
Council Member Acerra and that this Council has a lot of things that they can get done in a
positive way. He implored people to understand that the Council also has a lot of work to do,
and that they are trying to understand each other and where people are coming from. He
added that because someone has a different view, doesn't mean they're the enemy. He hopes
everyone can work together to make that a special emphasis.
Council Member Hix stated that he also had some really good conversations with some of the
new Council Members and some of the former members. He noted that he appreciates Council
Member Cheesman's thoughts and taking the lead on a community center task force, which he
feels will be very valuable.
Council Member Dennis announced that he was able to tour the Galesburg Sanitary District and
was very impressed with their new facility.
Council Member Miller stated that he also had the opportunity to visit the Sanitary District as
well as meet with Chief Idle. He's encouraged by their conversation of great things to come.
Mayor Schwartzman stated that agrees with other Council Members that there is a lot of
potential happening. They are having some discussions, breaking down some barriers, and he
does think they can make some progress. He knows tonight was a long meeting, but they were
able to come to a resolution and move forward. He wanted to encourage people, particularly
those who might not be as acquainted with the gay or queer community, that the Pride Picnic
will be at Lake Storey on June 11th, which is this Sunday from 1-5 p.m.
The consensus of the City Council was to schedule a Special City Council Meeting for Monday,
June 12, 2023, 5:30 p.m.
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There being no further business, Council Member Davis moved, seconded by Council Member
Dennis, to adjourn the regular meeting at 9:47 p.m.
Roll Call #30:
Ayes: Council Members Hix, Dennis, Miller, White, Acerra, Davis, and Cheesman, 7.
Nays: None
Absent: None
Chairman declared the motion carried.
Peter D. Mayor Schwartzman, Mayor
Kelli R. Bennewitz, City Clerk
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Galesburg City Council Special Meeting
City Council Chambers
55 West Tompkins Street, Galesburg, Illinois
June 12, 2023
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,
Evan Miller, Dwight White, Heather Acerra, and Steve Cheesman, 7. Absent: Council Member
Sarah Davis, 1. Also Present: Acting City Manager Steve Gugliotta, Interim City Attorney Paul
Mangieri, and City Clerk Kelli Bennewitz.
Mayor Schwartzman declared a quorum present.
The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.
Council Member Miller moved, seconded by Council Member Hix, to adjourn into Executive
Session at 5:33 p.m. for the purposes of discussing the appointment, employment,
compensation, discipline, performance or dismissal of specific employees of the public body or
legal counsel for the public body (5 ILCS 120/2(c)(1), and approval of the executive session
minutes from the May 15, 2023, and June 5, 2023, meetings, (5 ILCS 120/2 (c)(21).
Roll Call #2:
Ayes: Council Members Hix, Dennis, Miller, White, Acerra, and Cheesman, 6.
Nays: None
Absent: Council Member Davis, 1.
Chairman declared the motion carried.
During the Executive Session, Council Member Miller moved, seconded by Council Member
Dennis, to return to the Special City Council Meeting at 6:47 p.m.
Roll Call #3:
Ayes: Council Members Hix, Dennis, Miller, White, Acerra, and Cheesman, 6.
Nays: None
Absent: Council Member Davis, 1.
Chairman declared the motion carried.
Interim City Attorney Paul Mangieri announced that together with Attorney Jeffrey McDaniel, a
severance of employment and compensatory settlement agreement with full and final release
of all claims between the City of Galesburg and Gerald Smith is being proposed to the City
Council to accept and approve.
Council Member Miller moved, seconded by Council Member Dennis, to approve the presented
Severance of Employment and Compensatory Settlement with City Manager Gerald Smith.
Roll Call #4:
Ayes: Council Members Hix, Dennis, Miller, Acerra, and Cheesman, 5.
Nays: None
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Absent: Council Member Davis, 1.
Abstain: Council Member White, 1.
Chairman declared the motion carried.
Council Member White stated that he was part of the group who hired Mr. Smith and he had a
chance to speak to him and apologized for getting him into this mess.
Mayor Schwartzman announced that based on previous meetings, he asked everyone to remain
civil. No cheering or clapping will be tolerated. He noted that it is not fair to those in the room
who may disagree and that they are entitled to their opinion. He asked that comments are
directly related to City business.
Jim Jacobs addressed the Council and shamed Council Members Hix, Dennis, Miller, and Acerra,
for running the City Manager out of town.
Kevin Wallace addressed the Council and distributed information about the rail park and the
lack of safety. He also stated regarding the City Manager, that he and Council Member White
never wavered on choosing him. He was the individual with the best education, background,
knowledge, and they hired the best person. Not because he was black, but because he was
progressive and knew what he was doing. He stands with Mr. Smith and is ashamed of the
process that happened tonight.
Mr. Wallace added that he has been talking with Chief Hovind about issues of preparedness
with the railroad and any possible spills of hazardous materials. He has been involved for many
years with the railroad and stated that they don't care about such things and will bury the cart
or burn the hazardous materials. The Council has the opportunity to negotiate these items with
the railroad and because he is employed by the railroad, that is one of the reasons why he
abstained on any rail projects when he was on the Council. He further added that we are all still
dealing with a race problem but he's praying the Council turns around and sees what they're
doing. We're dividing our cities and telling lies. He hopes in the near future that they gain
confidence and do what they're supposed to be doing to represent the city.
Wendell Hunnigan addressed the Council and stated that he moved to Galesburg over 50 years
ago and has taught at Carl Sandburg College, Knox College, and Monmouth College. Over the
years, he believes he's taught close to 9,000 students during his half century career. He also
served as a library board member for 35 years, and just completed his term on the school
board. He stated that he heard someone use the analogy to describe diversity and inclusion as
diversity being the process of being invited to the party, while inclusion is the process of being
asked to dance. Mr. Hunnigan further stated that he feels that not only has he been asked to sit
down and shut up, but warned by several members of the City Council in no uncertain terms to
never attend this dance again unless he conforms to their beliefs and agenda.
He stated that they may have won this battle but they have started an unnecessary war,
particularly with the black and brown community of Galesburg. He wondered how they are
going to attract first class talent to this community when the first thing on the meeting agenda
is to fire the City Manager.
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Andrea Bejarano-Robinson addressed the Council and stated that she is a new member of our
community and chose Galesburg specifically because she's a Latin woman. She felt that a city
led by an African American would understand the realities that her children have, but instead all
she sees is division. She added that her kids don't feel safe or want to attend school here.
Additionally, she hopes that if Council Members are invited to their events, to be part of their
community, they attend.
Reverend Jowers addressed the Council and stated in full disclosure that he worked for Mayor
Schwartzman to help him get elected. He noted that his church is in the Fifth Ward but that he
lives in the Sixth Ward. He added that he wanted to use his three minutes for a moment of
silence. He stated that he would rather people get their sheet with eyes cut out and the hood
instead of what happened tonight. He stated that the LGBTQ+ people don't mind being real and
letting you know who they are. The City Manager has a family, children, and relatives that look
up to him. He quoted Jeremiah 17:9 that the heart is above all else deceitful and wicked.
Reverend James Hailey addressed the Council and stated that he has invited members of the
Council to functions and they have not shown up and noted past Juneteenth celebrations. He
hoped they all would support each other's Wards and invited them to attend this year's
Juneteenth events at Carl Sandburg College.
Pastor Tony Franklin addressed the Council and stated that it hurts his heart to move back after
seven years and witness what he saw tonight. He noted that he and Jim Jacobs used to present
diversity training around the City to help people understand how they need to come together as
a community and be unified. He stated that when he spoke at the dedication of the underpass
for Reverend Sibley, he talked about him being a bridge builder, which is what the Council needs
now.
Pastor Franklin noted that the community had a diverse City Council and for some reason,
people didn't like that. Council needs to realize that the community is made up of more than
people that look like them and start sitting down at a table with people who are different. He
hopes they can develop true relationships with people different from themselves. He believes
each person has a conscience and they need to take time to evaluate themselves. He hopes the
Council pays attention to the people and listens to what they have to say and invited everyone
to attend a workshop during the Juneteenth event, 1 p.m., with a panel of people to talk about
the thin line between love and hate.
Jeanette Chernin addressed the Council and distributed information on recently burned out
houses on East North Street that happened in early April. She stated that there is no fencing
around these homes, a generator on the front porch, several inoperable vehicles and children in
the home. She asked what it would take to condemn these properties for the safety of the
neighborhood and children.
Council Member Acerra stated that she totally supports what Ms. Chernin has stated that these
houses are also very close to her home. She thanked her for taking the time to document issues
with many of the homes in the Ward. She added that she has shared her concerns with Mayor
Schwartzman, as well as several pages of other initiatives that she would like to undertake to
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really help the City in addressing abandoned and specifically burned properties. She's learning
that there are various legal steps that have to be taken to address these to be fair to the
property owner, but this is a huge commitment of hers.
Debbie Ward addressed the Council and stated that she loves rainbows and loves our
community. She hopes everyone has a chance to live their best life, not be judged and that
there is no room for bigotry in our community. She asked the Council to be united, inclusive,
and promote peace and acceptance.
Sallee Wade addressed the Council and stated that she still believes Galesburg can be a
lighthouse instead of a clubhouse. She invited everyone to read an article that will be coming
out this weekend on facing issues with resilience and creativity. She added that many who have
white privilege have no idea what black individuals have had to face in their lifetime. She is
concerned that with the actions tonight, the City will be hard-pressed to find another City
Manager.
Reverend Jowers stated to the Council that he was unaware of the new public comment
ordinance not taking effect for ten days. He noted that he is of African descent and that his
ancestors were slaves. He added that people are watching, especially when they place their
hand on their hearts and recite the pledge.
Bruce Weik addressed the Council and asked the amount of severance payout Mr. Smith would
be receiving. Interim City Attorney Mangieri announced that the amount will be $74,795.56.
Mr. Weik stated that the City is lucky that Mr. Smith's attorney isn't suing for $50 million or
giving him City Hall. He believes this is a blatant racist act and that four Council Members led
this charge and are also attending Patriot meetings. He stated that they will be dealt with and
gotten rid of.
There being no further business, Council Member Dennis moved, seconded by Council Member
Miller, to adjourn the Special City Council Meeting at 7:39 p.m.
Roll Call #5:
Ayes: Council Members Hix, Dennis, Miller, White, Acerra, and Cheesman, 6.
Nays: None
Absent: Council Member Davis, 1.
Chairman declared the motion carried.
Peter D. Schwartzman, Mayor
Kelli R. Bennewitz, City Clerk
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CITY OF
GALESBURG
WHEREAS, on June 19, 1865, the freedom of all people was announced when Major
General Gordon Granger read General Order Number 3 in Galveston, Texas, nearly two and a
half years after the Emancipation Proclamation was issued and nearly six months after the
13th Amendment was passed by both houses of Congress; and
WHEREAS, this momentous day is remembered as "Juneteenth," honoring that
declaration of emancipation and is today marked by celebrations, reflection and rejoicing; and
WHEREAS, Juneteenth is an important day commemorating independence in the
United States and has been declared a federal holiday, a State holiday in Illinois and in states
throughout the country in celebration of freedom and emphasizing education and
achievement; and
WHEREAS, the City of Galesburg is proud to join cities and states across the country in
celebrating Juneteenth, honoring Black history, art and culture, and heritage in our
community; and
WHEREAS, the City of Galesburg's commitment to growing as a welcoming and
inclusive community in which all are valued, respected and welcomed remains steadfast.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that I, Peter Schwartzman, Mayor of the City of
Galesburg, do hereby proclaim June 19, 2023 as
JUNETEENTH
in the City of Galesburg and encourage all celebrate the day and learn about this
important day in our country's history.
Dated this 19th day of June 2023.
Mayor Peter Schwartzman
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CITY OF GALESBURG
COUNCIL LETTER
J U N E 19, 2023
AGENDA ITEM: Bids for miscellaneous sidewalk replacement at various locations within the City.
SUMMARY RECOMMENDATION: The Interim City Manager, Interim Director of Public Works,
and Purchasing Agent recommend approval of the bid in the amount of $123,857.93 from
Gunther Construction, a div of UCM.
BACKGROUND: The contract requires the Contractor to replace deteriorated sections of
sidewalk at various locations within the City. The locations selected for replacement have been
identified to need replacement due to their poor condition, which includes having trip hazards,
non -compliant cross slope, and excessive settling and cracking. This work also helps to address
a backlog of sidewalk repair requests made by residents. Locations to be replaced include 752
Lombard Street, Lombard Street from Knox Street to Brooks Street, and South Street from Pine
Street to Lombard Street.
The project was advertised in the Register Mail and on the City's website. Thirteen (13) bid
proposals were sent out and one (1) bid was received. The low bidder for the project was
Gunther Construction of Galesburg, IL in the amount of $123,857.93. The bid for this project was
within the estimated amount anticipated for the work. It is anticipated the project would begin
in July and the Contractor has 25 working days to complete the project.
BUDGET IMPACT: Sufficient funds are budgeted for this project in the City Gas Tax Fund (Fund
14).
SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS:
1. Vendors contacted
2. Bid Tabulation
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VENDORS CONTACTED:
Gunther Construction Co., Galesburg, IL
Brandt Construction, Milan, IL
Laverdiere Construction, Macomb, IL
McCarthy/Foley, Davenport, IA
Illinois Civil Contractors, Inc., East Peoria, IL
Hein Construction Co., Galesburg, IL
Valley Construction Co., Rock Island, IL
Otto Baum Co., Morton IL
Miller & Son Construction, Mackinaw, IL
Stark Excavating, Bloomington, IL
Phoenix Corporation, Port Byron, IL
Lockwood Excavating & Construction, Galesburg, IL
Miller Trucking & Excavating, Silvis, IL
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CITY OF GALESBURG
Purchasing
Operating Under council- Manager Government Since 1957
2023 Misc Sidewalk Replacement
BIDDER NAME: Gunther Construction, div of UCM
Section: 23-01003-61-GM BIDDER ADDRESS: 816 N Henderson St
Bid Date: 6/7/2023 CITY/STATE/ZIP: Galesburg, It 61401
ATTENDED BY: T.MILLER/B.SCHMITT/J.SEITZ Bid Bond
CITY
UNIT
ITEM
UNIT
PRICE
TOTAL
UNIT
PRICE
TOTAL
UNIT
PRICE
TOTAL
UNIT
PRICE
TOTAL
4
SY
AGG BASE CSE B 2
$ 115.76
$ 463.04
$
$
$
3
SY
AGG BASE CSE B 6
$ 128.30
$ 384.90
4
SY
PCC DRIVEWAY PAV 6
$ 253.76
$ 1,015.04
3483
SF
PC CONC SIDEWALK 4
$ 10.82
$ 37,686.06
$
$
$
560
SF
PC CONC SIDEWALK 6
$ 14.39
$ 8,058.40
$
$
$
221
SF
PC CONC SIDEWALK 8
$ 45.11
$ 9,969.31
$
$
$
72
SF
DETECTABLE WARNINGS
$ 46.71
$ 3,363.12
7
SY
PAVEMENT REM
$ 317.82
$ 2,224.74
$
$
$
4
SY
DRIVEWAY PAVEMENT REM
$ 365.32
$ 1,461.28
$
$
$
18
FT
COMB CURB GUTTER REM
$ 71.74
$ 1,291.32
$
$
$
895
SF
SIDEWALK REM
$ 3.82
$ 3,418.90
$
$
$
51
FT
PIPE CULVERT REMOV
$ 43.54
$ 2,220.54
$
$
$
7
FT
P CUL CUD 1 6
$ 162.00
$ 1,134.00
$
$
$
18
FT
P CUL CUD 1 8
$ 188.76
$ 3,397.68
$
$
$
28
FT
P CUL CUD 1 10
$ 120.20
$ 3,365.60
$
$
$
18
FT
COMB CC&G TB6.12 AEP
$ 193.33
$ 3,479.94
$
$
$
1
LSUM
MOBILIZATION
$ 10,979.04
$ 10,979.04
$
$
$
3119
SF
BRICK SIDEWALK REMOVAL
$ 3.56
$ 11,103.64
$
$
$
25
SF
REM & REIN BRIC PAVER
$ 38.37
$ 959.25
$
$
$
1
LSUM
TRAF CONT & PROT SPL
$ 3,596.65
$ 3,596.65
$
$
$
282
SF
HMA SIDEWALK REMOVAL
$ 4.54
$ 1,280.28
$
$
$
4264
SF
AGG BASE CSE B 2 (SPL)
$ 3.05
$ 13,005.20
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
TOTAL COST I $ 123,857.93
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CITY OF GALESBURG
COUNCIL LETTER
JUNE 19, 2023
AGENDA ITEM: Bids for replacement of driveway pavement at Central Fire Station.
SUMMARY RECOMMENDATION: The Interim City Manager, Interim Director of Public Works,
Fire Chief and Purchasing Agent recommend approval of the bid in the amount of $48,444.45 to
Gunther Construction, div of UCM.
BACKGROUND: The project requires the Contractor to remove and replace the driveway
pavement on the west side of Central Fire Station. This section of pavement has deteriorated
and is in need of replacement. The southern portion of the driveway was replaced in 2020 due
to water damage from a nearby main break causing the concrete to settle and deteriorate.
In addition to being advertised in the local paper, a formal request for bid was made available on
the city website and emailed to known vendors for this type of request. Four bids were received
for the project. The low bidder was Gunther Construction, div of UCM of Galesburg, IL in the
amount of $48,444.45. The bid for this project was within the budgeted amount anticipated for
the work. City staff recommend approval of this purchase.
BUDGET IMPACT: Sufficient funds are budgeted for this project in the general fund.
SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS:
1. Bid Tabulation
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CITY OF GALESBURG
Purchasing
Operating Under Council- Manager Government Since 1957
Driveway Replacement at Central Fire Station
BIDDER NAME:
Hein Cosntruction Company Inc
Lockwood Excavating & Construction
Gunther Construction, div of UCM
Otto Baum Company Inc
Inc
Section: 23-01502-48-GM
BIDDER ADDRESS:
56 N Cedar St
945 Monmouth Blvd
816 N Henderson St
866 N Main
St
Bid Date: 6/7/2023
CITY/STATE/ZIP:
Galesburg, IL 61401
Galesburg, IL 61401
Galesburg, IL 61401
Morton, IL 61550
ATTENDED BY: T.MILLER/B.SCHMITT/J.SEITZ
Bid Bond
Cashiers Check
Bid Bond
Bid Bond
UNIT
UNIT
UNIT
UNIT
CITY
UNIT
ITEM
PRICE
TOTAL
PRICE
TOTAL
PRICE
TOTAL
PRICE
TOTAL
271.2
SY
GEOTECHNICAL FABRIC FOR GROUND STABILZATION
$ 3.90
$ 1,057.68
$ 11.05
$ 2,996.76
$ 6.52
$ 1,768.22
$ 7.16
$
1,941.79
271.2
SY
AGGREGATE BASE COURSE TYPE B 8"
$ 34.12
$ 9,253.34
$ 67.40
$ 18,278.88
$ 34.13
$ 9,256.06
$ 81.87
$
22,203.14
271.2
SY
PORTLAND CEMENT CONC DRIVEWAY PAVEMENT 10"
$ 107.03
$ 29,026.54
$ 125.00
$ 33,900.00
$ 90.11
$ 24,437.83
$ 146.22
$
39,654.86
271.2
SY
DRIVEWAY PAVEMENT REMOVAL
$ 34.01
$ 9,223.51
$ 70.80
$ 19,200.96
$ 47.87
$ 12,982.34
$ 90.20
$
24,462.24
TOTAL COST Is 48,561.07 $ 74,376.60 Is 48,444.45 $ 88,262.03
*Low and best bid
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FROM: Mayor Peter Schwartzman
DATE: June 19, 2023
SUBJECT: Commission Appointment
COMMISSION
Youth Commission
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Accounts Payable
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Account Number Vendor
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001-0000-10407-00
001-0000-10801-00
001-0000-10801-00
001-0000-10801-00
001-0000-10801-00
001-0000-20102-00
001-0000-22006-00
001-0000-22006-00
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001-0000-22006-00
001-0105-51000-00
001-0105-54000-00
001-0105-54000-00
001-0105-54000-00
001-0105-54000-00
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001-0115-54000-00
001-0115-54500-00
001-0115-61000-00
001-0115-69400-00
Description
Jarrod Logsdon
Refund Over Payment of Ticket #E021261
Amanda Jennings
Cell Phone Allowance - AJennings
Ford of Galesburg
Sensors
Moore Tires, Inc
Tires
Map Automotive of Peoria
Batteries
Moore Tires, Inc
Tires
Stratus Networks, Inc
06/23 Acct#7382
Fire Pension
2021 Fire Pension Actuarial Contributuion
Fire Pension
2020 Fire Pension Actuarial Contributuion
Police Pension
2021 Police Pension Actuarial Contributuion
Police Pension
2020 Police Pension Actuarial Contributuion
Subtotal for Divison: 0000
Baker Tilly US, LLP
FY22 audit services
Bradley Hix
Cell Phone Allowance
Dwight White
Cell Phone Allowance
W Wayne Dennis
Cell Phone Allowance
Steve Cheesman
Cell Phone Allowance
Galesburg Area Chamber of Commej
23 Local Elected Offical Luncheon - Account #166-HAcerra
Subtotal for Divison: 0105
Cathy St George
Knox County Recorders Office
Kelli Bennewitz
Municipal Clerks of Illinois
Office Specialists, Inc.
National Band & Tag Co.
Cell Phone Allowance
Subtotal for Divison: 0110
05/23 Service
Cell Phone Allowance
Seminar Registration - Carbondale Il - KBennewitz - EGugiliotta
Plastic Cutlery
Animal Registration Tags
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GALESBURG
Date Amount PO No
06/13/2023
05/31/2023
05/31/2023
05/31/2023
05/31/2023
05/31/2023
06/13/2023
06/13/2023
06/13/2023
06/13/2023
06/13/2023
06/13/2023
05/31/2023
05/31/2023
05/31/2023
05/31/2023
06/13/2023
05/31/2023
06/13/2023
05/31/2023
06/13/2023
06/13/2023
06/13/2023
10.00
15.00
33.00
628.08
464.68
302.44
1,322.68
790,567.00
83,322.00
820,326.00
83,178.00
1,780,168.88
18,310.00
30.00
30.00
30.00
30.00
25.00
18,455.00
30.00
21.15
30.00
70.00
13.45
510.01
0000092405
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Account Number Vendor Description Date Amount PO No
Subtotal for Divison: 0115
644.61
001-0120-54000-00
Janet Lytle
Cell Phone Allowance
05/31/2023
30.00
001-0120-54000-00
Jessica Pease
Cell Phone Allowance
05/31/2023
30.00
001-0120-61000-00
Office Specialists, Inc.
Hand Sanitizer
06/13/2023
5.72
001-0120-61000-00
Office Specialists, Inc.
Tissue
06/13/2023
85.15
Subtotal for Divison: 0120
150.87
001-0160-51000-00
Credit Collection Partners
04/23 Services
06/13/2023
42.50
001-0160-59521-00
Knox County Humane Society
07/23 Animal Control Contract
06/13/2023
19,510.00 0000092360
Subtotal for Divison: 0160
19,552.50
001-0205-51000-00
AAA Certified Confidential Security
Confidential Shredding
06/13/2023
330.60
001-0205-51000-00
Great Eastern Mgmt., Inc.
Tab Bank
06/13/2023
249.68
001-0205-51000-00
US Sterling Capital Corp., Inc.
Reliance Bank
06/13/2023
240.66
001-0205-54000-00
Tanya Billeter
Cell Phone Allowance
05/31/2023
30.00
001-0205-54000-00
Denise Hensley
Cell Phone Allowance
05/31/2023
30.00
001-0205-54000-00
Bobbi Chockley
Cell Phone Allowance
05/31/2023
30.00
001-0205-54000-00
Sharon Heiden
Cell Phone Allowance
05/31/2023
30.00
001-0205-54000-00
Gloria Osborn
Cell Phone Allowance
05/31/2023
30.00
001-0205-54000-00
Tifani Miller
Cell Phone Allowance
05/31/2023
30.00
001-0205-54500-00
Bobbi Chockley
Mileage-GFOA Conference -Peoria Il Airport -Portland OR BChockle;
06/13/2023
68.12
001-0205-61000-00
Office Specialists, Inc.
Binder Clips
06/13/2023
3.83
Subtotal for Divison: 0205
1,072.89
001-0207-51000-00
AAA Certified Confidential Security
Confidential Shredding
06/13/2023
339.04
001-0207-54000-00
Oneida Network Services, Inc
06/23 Internet - Kerzi
06/13/2023
50.00
001-0207-54000-00
Kerzi Peterson
Cell Phone Allowance
05/31/2023
30.00
001-0207-54000-00
Orlando Lucero
Cell Phone Allowance
05/31/2023
30.00
001-0207-61700-00
Galesburg Electric, Inc.
Supplies for Hotel Demolition
06/13/2023
74.90
001-0207-61700-00
Galesburg Electric, Inc.
Supplies for Hotel Demolition
06/13/2023
63.30
Subtotal for Divison: 0207
587.24
001-0305-54000-00
Stephen Gugliotta
Cell Phone Allowance
05/31/2023
30.00
Subtotal for Divison: 0305
30.00
001-0306-51000-00
Knox County Recorders Office
05/23 Service
06/13/2023
21.15
001-0306-54000-00
Eric Heiden
Cell Phone Allowance
05/31/2023
30.00
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Account Number Vendor Description Date Amount PO No
001-0306-54000-00
Robert Elsbury
Cell Phone Allowance
05/31/2023
30.00
001-0306-54000-00
Richard Slagel
Cell Phone Allowance
05/31/2023
30.00
001-0306-54000-00
Tammera Matejewski
Cell Phone Allowance
05/31/2023
30.00
001-0306-55400-00
Kendall Zimmerman
Call Out Fee - 85 S Arthur
06/13/2023
30.00
001-0306-55400-00
Werner Restoraton Services, Inc.
Board Up Services - 624 W Brooks
06/13/2023
358.59
001-0306-55400-00
Werner Restoraton Services, Inc.
Board Up Services - 559 Union
06/13/2023
356.09
001-0306-55400-00
Kendall Zimmerman
Removal and Haul Away Trash and Debris - 559 Union
06/13/2023
168.00
001-0306-55400-00
Werner Restoraton Services, Inc.
Board Up Services - 1150 W Carl Sandburg
06/13/2023
363.04
001-0306-55400-00
Kendall Zimmerman
Removal and Haul Away Trash and Debris - 325 S Chambers
06/13/2023
211.00
001-0306-55400-00
Kendall Zimmerman
Removal and Haul Away Trash and Debris - 721 Peck
06/13/2023
601.00
001-0306-55400-00
Werner Restoraton Services, Inc.
Board Up Services - 260 W First
06/13/2023
310.54
001-0306-55400-00
Werner Restoraton Services, Inc.
Board Up Services - 84 Division
06/13/2023
466.09
001-0306-55400-00
Kendall Zimmerman
Removal and Haul Away Trash and Debris - 620 N Cedar
06/13/2023
218.00
001-0306-61000-00
Office Specialists, Inc.
Guide Tabs, Arrow Flags, Sign Here Flags, Pens
06/13/2023
25.08
001-0306-61000-00
Office Specialists, Inc.
Guide Tabs
06/13/2023
40.61
001-0306-62500-00
Advance Auto Parts
Fuses #408
06/13/2023
6.86
001-0306-62500-00
Map Automotive of Peoria
Fan Motor 4408
06/13/2023
185.33
Subtotal for Divison: 0306
3,481.38
001-0410-51000-00
Knox County Recorders Office
05/23 Service
06/13/2023
21.15
001-0410-54000-00
Jamie West
Cell Phone Allowance
05/31/2023
30.00
001-0410-54000-00
Matthew Kirgan
Cell Phone Allowance
05/31/2023
30.00
001-0410-54000-00
Brayden Bledsoe
Cell Phone Allowance
05/31/2023
30.00
001-0410-54000-00
Aaron Gavin
Cell Phone Allowance
05/31/2023
30.00
001-0410-61000-00
Office Specialists, Inc.
Guide Tabs, Arrow Flags, Sign Here Flags, Pens
06/13/2023
18.48
001-0410-61000-00
Office Specialists, Inc.
Pocket File Folders
06/13/2023
69.28
Subtotal for Divison: 0410
228.91
001-0445-54000-00
Myron Miller
Cell Phone Allowance
05/31/2023
30.00
001-0445-55500-00
Steve K Jr. Goel
Spray in Bedliner #169
06/13/2023
900.00
001-0445-55500-00
Steve K Jr. Goel
Spray in Bedliner #162
06/13/2023
900.00
001-0445-55500-00
Lock & Key Shop LLC
Vehicle Ignition ReKey
06/13/2023
25.00
001-0445-55500-00
Nichols Diesel Service, Inc.
State & Fed Tests #180
06/13/2023
59.64
001-0445-55700-00
Royal Cleaning Services
06/23 Janitorial Services
06/13/2023
292.00
001-0445-57500-00
Aramark Uniform Serv. Inc.
05/23 Service
06/13/2023
134.90
001-0445-57500-00
Aramark Uniform Serv. Inc.
05/23 Service
06/13/2023
82.08
001-0445-57500-00
Aramark Uniform Serv. Inc.
05/23 Service
06/13/2023
26.70
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Account Number Vendor Description Date Amount PO No
001-0445-57500-00
Aramark Uniform Serv. Inc.
05/23 Service
06/13/2023
82.08
001-0445-57500-00
Aramark Uniform Serv. Inc.
06/23 Service
06/13/2023
82.08
001-0445-61000-00
Office Specialists, Inc.
Toner
06/13/2023
281.69
001-0445-62500-00
Galesburg Electric, Inc.
Wire 9169
06/13/2023
33.36
001-0445-62500-00
Advance Auto Parts
Fuel Filter #170
06/13/2023
2.62
001-0445-62500-00
Martin, Inc
Seal Kit #170
06/13/2023
25.71
001-0445-62500-00
Galesburg Welding, Inc
Steel #169
06/13/2023
248.50
001-0445-62500-00
Martin, Inc
Injector #170
06/13/2023
526.48
001-0445-62500-00
Mutual Wheel Co., Inc.
Light Bar #169
06/13/2023
295.00
001-0445-62500-00
Martin, Inc
Core Return #170
06/13/2023
-75.00
001-0445-63000-00
Napa Auto Parts
Cable Ties
06/13/2023
22.47
Subtotal for Divison: 0445
3,975.31
001-0450-54000-00
Marc McMahon
Cell Phone Allowance
05/31/2023
30.00
001-0450-54000-00
Justin McNaught
Cell Phone Allowance
05/31/2023
30.00
001-0450-54000-00
JR Knaack
Cell Phone Allowance
05/31/2023
30.00
001-0450-55500-00
Nichols Diesel Service, Inc.
State & Fed Tests #108
06/13/2023
40.18
001-0450-55500-00
Nichols Diesel Service, Inc.
State & Fed Tests #107
06/13/2023
40.18
001-0450-55500-00
Nichols Diesel Service, Inc.
State & Fed Tests #110
06/13/2023
57.61
001-0450-55500-00
Nichols Diesel Service, Inc.
State & Fed Tests #110
06/13/2023
40.18
001-0450-55500-00
Nichols Diesel Service, Inc.
State & Fed Tests #114
06/13/2023
40.17
001-0450-55500-00
Drake Scruggs Equipment, Inc
Repair of Hose #301
06/13/2023
1,176.51
001-0450-55700-00
Four Seasons Pest Control
05/23 Monthly Service
06/13/2023
20.00
001-0450-55700-00
Four Seasons Pest Control
05/23 Monthly Service
06/13/2023
40.00
001-0450-62500-00
Advance Auto Parts
Filter Kit #140
06/13/2023
66.13
001-0450-62500-00
Grainger, Inc.
Parts for Truck Mounted Machine
06/13/2023
193.55
001-0450-65500-00
Galesburg Electric, Inc.
Drill Bit
06/13/2023
72.52
001-0450-65500-00
AM Construction Supply Inc
Concrete/Asphalt
06/13/2023
299.99
001-0450-66500-00
Galesburg Electric, Inc.
Containers for Trucks
06/13/2023
102.36
001-0450-66500-00
Galesburg Electric, Inc.
Tools for Shop, Supplies for Ap's
06/13/2023
89.64
001-0450-67500-00
Blue Cardinal Chemical
Nitrile Gloves
06/13/2023
118.05
Subtotal for Divison: 0450
2,487.07
001-0505-51000-00
Stanard & Associates, Inc
Battalion Chief Assessment Center
06/13/2023
5,375.00
0000092464
001-0505-51500-00
AD Scott Company, LLC
Ads - The Burg
06/13/2023
150.00
Subtotal for Divison: 0505
5,525.00
001-0510-54000-00
Ryne Sage
Cell Phone Allowance
05/31/2023
30.00
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Account Number Vendor Description Date Amount PO No
001-0510-54000-00
Jason Shaw
Cell Phone Allowance
05/31/2023
30.00
001-0510-54000-00
Patrick Kisler
Cell Phone Allowance
05/31/2023
30.00
001-0510-54000-00
Kevin Legate
Cell Phone Allowance
05/31/2023
30.00
001-0510-54000-00
Kyle A Winbigler
Cell Phone Allowance
05/31/2023
30.00
001-0510-54000-00
Bryan Anderson
Cell Phone Allowance
05/31/2023
30.00
001-0510-54000-00
Steffanie Cromien
Cell Phone Allowance
05/31/2023
30.00
001-0510-54000-00
Daniel Hostens
Cell Phone Allowance
05/31/2023
11.52
001-0510-54000-00
Russell Idle
Cell Phone Allowance
05/31/2023
30.00
001-0510-54000-00
Lane Mings
Cell Phone Allowance
05/31/2023
30.00
001-0510-54000-00
Anthony Oligney-Estill
Cell Phone Allowance
05/31/2023
30.00
001-0510-54000-00
Christopher Hootman
Cell Phone Allowance
05/31/2023
30.00
001-0510-54500-00
Jared Tapscott
Meals - Tactical Rifle Training - Champaign IL - JTapscott
06/13/2023
175.00
001-0510-54500-00
Jason Shaw
Meals - Tactical Rifle Training - Champaign IL - JShaw
06/13/2023
175.00
001-0510-54500-00
University of Illinois
16 week basic police training Pawlak, Meyer, Harlan,Perez
06/13/2023
29,736.00
001-0510-55500-00
Ford of Galesburg
Update Powertrain Control Module #26
06/13/2023
151.05
001-0510-55500-00
Ford of Galesburg
Repair of Driveshaft Speed Sensor #20
06/13/2023
329.64
001-0510-57500-00
JSLK Management Iowa LLC
05/23 Police Uniform Cleaning as per agreement.
06/13/2023
38.47
001-0510-61700-00
Supreme Radio Communications, Ini
GETAC A140 Computer W/ Keyboard, Airlink, Docking Station
06/13/2023
10,139.06
001-0510-61700-00
CDW Computer Centers, Inc.
Label Printer, Barcode Scanner
06/13/2023
1,292.54
001-0510-62500-00
Napa Auto Parts
Brake Pads #21
06/13/2023
62.00
001-0510-62500-00
Ford of Galesburg
Drain Plug #22
06/13/2023
4.44
001-0510-62500-00
Ford of Galesburg
Battery #27
06/13/2023
104.96
001-0510-66500-00
Super Smart Shoppers
Blood/Urine Collection Kits, Needles
06/13/2023
713.33
001-0510-67000-00
Blue 360 Media
Illinois Criminal Traffic Law Manual, Book w/ eBook + App
06/13/2023
82.75
001-0510-67500-00
Ray O'Herron Co., Inc.
Pants, Shirts - MEscobedo,CPerez,JWalsten
06/13/2023
2,102.98
001-0510-67500-00
Ray O'Herron Co., Inc.
Shirt - CSO Fox
06/13/2023
98.98
001-0510-67500-00
Ray O'Herron Co., Inc.
Shirt - Harpin
06/13/2023
53.99
001-0510-67500-00
Midwest Uniform Supply, Inc
Shirts - ABuccalo
06/13/2023
204.00
001-0510-67500-00
Ray O'Herron Co., Inc.
Pants - Buccalo
06/13/2023
80.99
001-0510-67500-00
Artistic Engraving
Namebars - Escobedo-Perez-Walsten-Mings
06/13/2023
115.45
001-0510-67500-00
Artistic Engraving
Namebar - KSmall
06/13/2023
22.06
001-0510-67500-00
Ray O'Herron Co., Inc.
Raincoats - MEscobedo,CPerez,JWalsten
06/13/2023
469.77
001-0510-67500-00
Ray O'Herron Co., Inc.
Pants - KLegate
06/13/2023
161.98
001-0510-67500-00
Ray O'Herron Co., Inc.
SGT Chevron
06/13/2023
16.51
001-0510-67500-00
Midwest Uniform Supply, Inc
Pants - MIngles
06/13/2023
53.95
001-0510-67500-00
Ray O'Herron Co., Inc.
Pants - Hayes,Matuszyk
06/13/2023
273.25
0000092466
0000092359
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Subtotal for Divison: 0510
46,999.67
001-0525-54700-00
Royce Kunkle
05/23 - Mileage Reimbursement - RKunkle
06/13/2023
137.55
Subtotal for Divison: 0525
137.55
001-0550-54000-00
Cameron Lemaster
Cell Phone Allowance
05/31/2023
30.00
001-0550-54000-00
Amanda Jennings
Cell Phone Allowance
05/31/2023
15.00
001-0550-85902-00
Southern Computer Warehouse
Computer back end equipment to operate City/County car and body
06/13/2023
73.20 0000092425
001-0550-85902-00
CDW Computer Centers, Inc.
Label Printers, Barcode Scanner
06/13/2023
1,926.49
Subtotal for Divison: 0550
2,044.69
001-0605-54000-00
Randy Hovind
Cell Phone Allowance
05/31/2023
30.00
001-0605-54000-00
John Seitz
Cell Phone Allowance
05/31/2023
30.00
001-0605-54000-00
Donald Brackett
Cell Phone Allowance
05/31/2023
30.00
001-0605-54000-00
Jennifer Moser
Cell Phone Allowance
05/31/2023
30.00
001-0605-54000-00
Derek Perry
Cell Phone Allowance
05/31/2023
30.00
001-0605-54000-00
David Farrell
Cell Phone Allowance
05/31/2023
30.00
001-0605-55000-00
Nicholas Walters
Reimbursement for EMT-P National Registry
06/13/2023
41.00
001-0605-55000-00
Western IL. Firefighters Assoc.
23 Membership Mabas Division #31,23 WIFA Membership,Maintew
06/13/2023
455.00
001-0605-55500-00
Getz Fire Equipment Co., Inc.
Fill of Extinguisher, On Site Service, Labor
06/13/2023
99.70
001-0605-55700-00
Four Seasons Pest Control
05/23 Monthly Service
06/13/2023
20.00
001-0605-55700-00
Four Seasons Pest Control
05/23 Monthly Service
06/13/2023
20.00
001-0605-55700-00
Four Seasons Pest Control
05/23 Monthly Service
06/13/2023
20.00
001-0605-61000-00
Office Specialists, Inc.
Mesh Desk Holder
06/13/2023
23.26
001-0605-61000-00
Office Specialists, Inc.
Folders
06/13/2023
10.99
001-0605-61000-00
Office Specialists, Inc.
Copy Paper
06/13/2023
65.92
001-0605-61700-00
Southern Computer Warehouse
Monitor
06/13/2023
138.10
001-0605-62500-00
Napa Auto Parts
Bulb #52
06/13/2023
71.99
001-0605-62500-00
Advance Auto Parts
Filter Cap #59
06/13/2023
31.74
001-0605-62500-00
Advance Auto Parts
Oil Seal #57
06/13/2023
13.59
001-0605-65000-00
Office Specialists, Inc.
Trash Bags
06/13/2023
59.29
001-0605-65000-00
Office Specialists, Inc.
Toilet Paper, Paper Towels,Disinfectant Cleaner
06/13/2023
125.06
001-0605-65000-00
Office Specialists, Inc.
Disinfectant Cleaner
06/13/2023
3.35
001-0605-65000-00
Office Specialists, Inc.
Trash Bags
06/13/2023
62.98
001-0605-65000-00
Office Specialists, Inc.
Laundry Detergent
06/13/2023
143.51
001-0605-65000-00
Office Specialists, Inc.
Dish Soap, Hand Soap
06/13/2023
119.18
001-0605-65000-00
Office Specialists, Inc.
Toilet Paper
06/13/2023
31.49
001-0605-66000-00
Galesburg Electric, Inc.
Recycle Light Bulbs, Light Bulbs
06/13/2023
373.44
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Account Number Vendor Description Date Amount PO No
001-0605-67500-00
Harry Sandry
Googles, Helmets
06/13/2023
2,387.76
001-0605-67500-00
Midwest Uniform Supply, Inc
Shorts - TBrackett
06/13/2023
59.99
001-0605-67500-00
Josh Lenz
Safety Toe Boots
06/13/2023
154.95
001-0605-67500-00
Ray O'Herron Co., Inc.
Captain Brass - Caruana
06/13/2023
56.12
001-0605-67500-00
Ray O'Herron Co., Inc.
Shirts, Patches, Hat Band,Buttons, Washer - Caruana
06/13/2023
125.46
001-0605-68600-00
Office Specialists, Inc.
Nitrile Gloves
06/13/2023
147.05
001-0605-68600-00
Office Specialists, Inc.
Nitrile Gloves
06/13/2023
73.52
001-0605-68600-00
Office Specialists, Inc.
Nitrile Gloves
06/13/2023
46.17
001-0605-68600-00
Office Specialists, Inc.
Nitrile Gloves
06/13/2023
73.52
Subtotal for Divison: 0605
5,234.13
Subtotal for Fund 001
1,890,805.70
011-0000-66000-00
Galesburg Builders Supply, Inc
Portland Cement Concrete supply for 2023
06/13/2023
582.75
0000092331
011-0000-66000-00
Tazewell County Asphalt Co, Inc
Asphalt supply for 2023
06/13/2023
927.78
0000092326
011-0000-66000-00
Galesburg Builders Supply, Inc
Portland Cement Concrete supply for 2023
06/13/2023
388.50
0000092331
011-0000-66000-00
Galesburg Builders Supply, Inc
Portland Cement Concrete supply for 2023
06/13/2023
184.00
0000092331
011-0000-66000-00
Roanoke Concrete Products Co
Portland cement concrete class PP2 mix supply for 2023
06/13/2023
1,203.75
0000092334
Subtotal for Divison: 0000
3,286.78
Subtotal for Fund 011
3,286.78
013-0000-20103-00
JC Dillon, Inc
Retainage - Phase VI of lead service line replacements
06/13/2023
-26,555.40
0000092400
013-0000-76000-00
Farnsworth Group, Inc.
Engineering and Architectural Services -H.T. Custer Park Renovat
06/13/2023
945.00
0000092399
013-0000-83100-00
Bruner, Cooper and Zuck, Inc.
Preparation of Bid Documents and Construction Engineering for Ph
06/13/2023
5,129.32
0000092007
013-0000-83100-00
JC Dillon, Inc
Phase VI of lead service line replacements
06/13/2023
265,554.05
0000092400
Subtotal for Divison: 0000
245,072.97
Subtotal for Fund 013
245,072.97
014-0000-51000-00
Galesburg Termite & Pest Control In
01/23 - 06/23 - Monthly Services
06/13/2023
18.00
014-0000-55700-00
Diamond Cut Inc
Saw Cut 35 LF Curb w/ Rebar - 80 N Seminary
06/13/2023
1,137.50
014-0000-64500-00
Galesburg Electric, Inc.
Marking Paint for Locates
06/13/2023
102.84
014-0000-64500-00
Galesburg Electric, Inc.
Supplies for Street Light Repair - Broad St
06/13/2023
553.32
014-0000-64500-00
Fastenal Company
Bolts for Signs
06/13/2023
91.72
014-0000-64500-00
Galesburg Electric, Inc.
Twist -Lock
06/13/2023
56.31
014-0000-66000-00
Office Specialists, Inc.
Street Banners
06/13/2023
3,877.57
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Account Number Vendor Description Date Amount PO No
014-0000-66000-00
Galesburg Builders Supply, Inc.
Flowable
06/13/2023
176.00
014-0000-66000-00
Galesburg Electric, Inc.
Relamping of residential street lights
06/13/2023
6,566.40 0000092449
014-0000-66000-00
Galesburg Builders Supply, Inc.
Raising Ring
06/13/2023
741.00
Subtotal for Divison: 0000
13,320.66
Subtotal for Fund 014
13,320.66
015-0000-54500-00
University of Illinois
Lodging -Tactical Rifle-Champaign-JShawJTapscott Acct #@009804'
06/13/2023
1,000.00
015-0000-54500-00
University of Illinois
Lodging -Tactical Firearms- Champaign Il-TSmith Acct #@00980458
06/13/2023
500.00
015-0000-61700-00
Southern Computer Warehouse
Computer Memory
06/13/2023
198.54
015-0000-61700-00
Southern Computer Warehouse
Monitors, Tower Work Station
06/13/2023
1,874.70
015-0000-61700-00
Southern Computer Warehouse
Computer Internal Memory
06/13/2023
355.50
Subtotal for Divison: 0000
3,928.74
Subtotal for Fund 015
3,928.74
016-0000-54000-00
Paul Vannaken
Cell Phone Allowance
05/31/2023
30.00
016-0000-54000-00
Timothy Spitzer
Cell Phone Allowance
05/31/2023
30.00
016-0000-54000-00
Mark McLaughlin
Cell Phone Allowance
05/31/2023
30.00
016-0000-54000-00
Travis Smith
Cell Phone Allowance
05/31/2023
30.00
Subtotal for Divison: 0000
120.00
Subtotal for Fund 016
120.00
018-0000-55500-00
Nichols Diesel Service, Inc.
State & Fed Tests #112
06/13/2023
40.18
018-0000-62500-00
Midstate Manufacturing, Inc.
Hose #131
06/13/2023
91.17
018-0000-62500-00
Key Equipment & Supply Co
Conveyor Belt #128
06/13/2023
2,631.58
018-0000-78050-00
Bruner, Cooper and Zuck, Inc.
Carl Sandburg Drive Storm Sewer Design
06/13/2023
856.65 0000092403
Subtotal for Divison: 0000
3,619.58
Subtotal for Fund 018
3,619.58
019-0000-20102-00
Stratus Networks, Inc
06/23 Acct#7382
06/13/2023
305.42
Subtotal for Divison: 0000
305.42
019-1905-51500-00
WGIL/WAAG/WLSR, Inc.
05/23 Radio Ads
06/13/2023
583.00
019-1905-51500-00
WMOI - FM
05/23 Radio Ads
06/13/2023
260.00
019-1905-51500-00
AD Scott Company, LLC
Ads - The Burg
06/13/2023
225.00
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019-1905-54000-00
Elizabeth Varner
Cell Phone Allowance
05/31/2023
30.00
019-1905-54000-00
Angela Buchen
Cell Phone Allowance
05/31/2023
30.00
019-1905-59511-00
Galesburg Tourism Fund
05/23 Tourism Agreement
06/13/2023
15,833.33
Subtotal for Divison: 1905
16,961.33
019-1910-55700-00
Cummins Sale & Service
Repair of Generator
06/13/2023
1,166.30
019-1910-65000-00
Office Specialists, Inc.
Towels
06/13/2023
95.20
019-1910-65000-00
Office Specialists, Inc.
Paper Towels
06/13/2023
31.49
019-1910-65000-00
Office Specialists, Inc.
Disinfectant Cleaner
06/13/2023
20.11
Subtotal for Divison: 1910
1,313.10
019-1911-55700-00
Four Seasons Pest Control
05/23 Monthly Service
06/13/2023
30.00
019-1911-65000-00
Office Specialists, Inc.
Air Freshener, Urinal Mats
06/13/2023
151.61
Subtotal for Divison: 1911
181.61
019-1915-54000-00
Jason Asbury
Cell Phone Allowance
05/31/2023
30.00
019-1915-54000-00
Don Miles
Cell Phone Allowance
05/31/2023
30.00
019-1915-54000-00
Michael Markley
Cell Phone Allowance
05/31/2023
30.00
019-1915-54000-00
Travis Huffinan
Cell Phone Allowance
05/31/2023
30.00
019-1915-55500-00
Berg's Towing & Auto, Inc.
Towing of #509
06/13/2023
300.00
019-1915-55500-00
Berg's Towing & Auto, Inc.
Towing of #523
06/13/2023
285.00
019-1915-55500-00
Martin, Inc
Freight #522
06/13/2023
12.75
019-1915-55500-00
Nichols Diesel Service, Inc.
State & Fed Tests #502
06/13/2023
40.18
019-1915-55500-00
Nichols Diesel Service, Inc.
State & Fed Tests #506
06/13/2023
40.18
019-1915-55500-00
Martin, Inc
Frieght#539
06/13/2023
15.31
019-1915-55500-00
Martin, Inc
Freight #525
06/13/2023
20.07
019-1915-55700-00
Four Seasons Pest Control
06/23 Monthly Service
06/13/2023
30.00
019-1915-55700-00
Four Seasons Pest Control
06/23 Monthly Service
06/13/2023
40.00
019-1915-55700-00
Galesburg Electric, Inc.
Annual Service of Generators
06/13/2023
199.95
019-1915-55700-00
Knox County Landfill
05/23 Service Acct#122
06/13/2023
379.25
019-1915-56000-00
Terry Allen, Inc
Fishing Derby - Lincoln Park - Toilet Rental - 1 Handicapped Uni
06/13/2023
90.00
0000092358
019-1915-56000-00
Terry Allen, Inc
Peck Park - Toilet Rental - 1 Regular Unit 4/l/23-10/31/23.
06/13/2023
80.00
0000092358
019-1915-56000-00
Terry Allen, Inc
Fishing Derby - Lincoln Park - Toilet Rental - 7 Regular Units.
06/13/2023
455.00
0000092358
019-1915-56000-00
Terry Allen, Inc
East Boat Ramp - Toilet Rental - 1 Regular Unit 1/l/23-12/31/23.
06/13/2023
80.00
0000092358
019-1915-56000-00
Terry Allen, Inc
Bersie Williams Area - Toilet Rental - 1 Regular Unit 4/1/23-10/
06/13/2023
80.00
0000092358
019-1915-56000-00
Terry Allen, Inc
Fishing Derby - Lincoln Park - 1 Handwashing Station. One Day Re
06/13/2023
65.00
0000092358
019-1915-57500-00
Aramark Uniform Serv. Inc.
06/23 Service
06/13/2023
67.66
019-1915-57500-00
Aramark Uniform Serv. Inc.
05/23 Service
06/13/2023
67.66
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019-1915-62500-00
A C McCartney Farm Equip Inc
Belt # 523
06/13/2023
200.90
019-1915-62500-00
Advance Auto Parts
Multifunction Switch #508
06/13/2023
116.43
019-1915-62500-00
Burris Equipment
Brake Kit #500
06/13/2023
88.36
019-1915-62500-00
Martin, Inc
Switch #525
06/13/2023
81.33
019-1915-62500-00
Napa Auto Parts
Loom #523
06/13/2023
7.49
019-1915-62500-00
Napa Auto Parts
Bearings #523
06/13/2023
18.18
019-1915-62500-00
Martin, Inc
Steering Kit #539
06/13/2023
376.34
019-1915-62500-00
Midstate Manufacturing, Inc.
Hose #522
06/13/2023
348.24
019-1915-62500-00
Midstate Manufacturing, Inc.
Hose #525
06/13/2023
124.04
019-1915-62500-00
Napa Auto Parts
Bolts #523
06/13/2023
25.60
019-1915-62500-00
Martin, Inc
Filter Kit #539
06/13/2023
68.74
019-1915-62510-00
Herr Petroleum Corp
603.4 Gal Diesel #2, 380.2 Gal Unleaded Ethanol
06/13/2023
3,043.81 0000092349
019-1915-65000-00
Office Specialists, Inc.
Toilet Bowl Brush
06/13/2023
9.60
019-1915-65000-00
Office Specialists, Inc.
Air Fresheners - Urinal Screen, Bowl Brush
06/13/2023
76.70
019-1915-65500-00
Scott Equipment, LLC
Oil
06/13/2023
62.74
019-1915-66000-00
Galesburg Electric, Inc.
Breakers
06/13/2023
22.47
019-1915-66500-00
Scott Equipment, LLC
Trimmer Loops
06/13/2023
600.00
019-1915-68500-00
Hawkins, Inc
Misc Chemicals
06/13/2023
1,740.44
Subtotal for Divison: 1915
9,479.42
019-1920-54000-00
Bryan Luedtke
Cell Phone Allowance
05/31/2023
30.00
019-1920-55700-00
Four Seasons Pest Control
06/23 Monthly Service
06/13/2023
20.00
019-1920-57500-00
Aramark Uniform Serv. Inc.
05/23 Service
06/13/2023
39.75
019-1920-57500-00
Aramark Uniform Serv. Inc.
06/23 Service
06/13/2023
39.75
019-1920-61000-00
Office Specialists, Inc.
Toner
06/13/2023
191.84
019-1920-61000-00
Office Specialists, Inc.
Thermal Roll Paper
06/13/2023
30.00
019-1920-62510-00
Herr Petroleum Corp
273.4 Gal Diesel #2, 216 Gal Unleaded Ethanol
06/13/2023
1,511.01 0000092350
019-1920-64000-00
SRIXON/Cleveland Golf/XXIO
Golf Balls
06/13/2023
153.45
019-1920-64125-00
Smithfield Direct, LLC
Misc Concessions
06/13/2023
129.00
019-1920-64125-00
Smithfield Direct, LLC
Misc Concessions
06/13/2023
129.00
019-1920-64125-00
Butch's Pizza Inc.
Pizzas
06/13/2023
27.50
019-1920-64125-00
Atlantic Coca-Cola
Misc Concessions
06/13/2023
540.64
019-1920-64125-00
Atlantic Coca-Cola
Misc Concessions
06/13/2023
688.26
019-1920-65500-00
Van Wall Equipment, Inc.
Spacers, Nuts, Screws, Filters, Yokes, Guards, Hitches,
06/13/2023
2,217.76
019-1920-65500-00
Van Wall Equipment, Inc.
Bushings, Swivels, Screws, Knife,Control Valve,Strainer, Freight
06/13/2023
1,088.61
019-1920-65500-00
Van Wall Equipment, Inc.
Stationary Knife, O-Ring,Filter,Freight
06/13/2023
137.12
019-1920-65500-00
Van Wall Equipment, Inc.
Refund of Invoice 5900285 -Motor
06/13/2023
-459.68
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019-1920-65500-00
MTI Distributing, Inc
Edgemax Bedknife
06/13/2023
106.87
019-1920-88300-00
M&M Golf Cars, LLC
2023 Lease of 48 Golf Carts and 1 Utility Vehicle as per agreeme
06/13/2023
5,335.97 0000092361
Subtotal for Divison: 1920
11,956.85
019-1925-56000-00
Terry Allen, Inc
Campground - Toilet Rental - 4 Regular Units 4/13/23-10/16/23. I
06/13/2023
320.00 0000092358
019-1925-64000-00
The Home City Ice Company
Bags of Ice
06/13/2023
280.20
019-1925-64000-00
Volrath Hardwoods, LLC
Bundles of Wood
06/14/2023
1,500.00
019-1925-66000-00
Galesburg Electric, Inc.
Breakers
06/13/2023
30.56
Subtotal for Divison: 1925
2,130.76
019-1930-59300-00
UniFirst First Aid Corp
Misc First Aid Supplies
06/13/2023
230.63
019-1930-64125-00
Gold Medal - Central Illinois, LLC
Misc Concessions
06/13/2023
582.86
Subtotal for Divison: 1930
813.49
019-1935-55700-00
Four Seasons Pest Control
06/23 Monthly Service
06/13/2023
35.00
019-1935-57500-00
Aramark Uniform Serv.Inc.
06/23 Service
06/13/2023
454.48
019-1935-57500-00
Aramark Uniform Serv.Inc.
05/23 Service
06/13/2023
454.48
019-1935-59300-00
UniFirst First Aid Corp
Misc First Aid Supplies
06/13/2023
202.03
Subtotal for Divison: 1935
1,145.99
019-1940-59300-00
UniFirst First Aid Corp
Misc First Aid Supplies
06/13/2023
140.63
Subtotal for Divison: 1940
140.63
019-1945-55700-00
Four Seasons Pest Control
06/23 Monthly Service
06/13/2023
20.00
Subtotal for Divison: 1945
20.00
019-1950-55700-00
J.P. Benbow, Inc.
Repair of Cracked Valve
06/13/2023
199.38
019-1950-55700-00
Four Seasons Pest Control
06/23 Monthly Service
06/13/2023
25.00
019-1950-55700-00
J.P. Benbow, Inc.
Repair of upper thermostat -Lakeside
06/13/2023
325.48
019-1950-64125-00
Gold Medal - Central Illinois, LLC
Misc Concessions
06/13/2023
1,781.89
019-1950-64125-00
Gold Medal - Central Illinois, LLC
Misc Concessions
06/13/2023
2,278.03
019-1950-64125-00
Butch's Pizza Inc.
Pizzas, Misc Concessions
06/13/2023
819.30
019-1950-67500-00
Original Waterman Inc
Swimsuits
06/13/2023
1,323.67
019-1950-68500-00
Hawkins, Inc
Misc Chemicals
06/13/2023
1,009.29
Subtotal for Divison: 1950
7,762.04
019-1955-55700-00
Four Seasons Pest Control
06/23 Monthly Service
06/13/2023
20.00
019-1955-67500-00
Original Waterman Inc
Swimsuits
06/13/2023
780.00
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Subtotal for Divison: 1955
019-1960-55700-00
Four Seasons Pest Control
06/23 Monthly Service
Subtotal for Divison: 1960
019-1965-51000-00
Lacky Monument Co.
Date of Passing -Huff,DDavis,DZefo,JZefo,BTownsend,LTownsend
019-1965-54000-00
Roger Darst
Cell Phone Allowance
019-1965-55700-00
Four Seasons Pest Control
05/23 Monthly Service
019-1965-57500-00
Aramark Uniform Serv. Inc.
06/23 Service
019-1965-57500-00
Aramark Uniform Serv. Inc.
05/23 Service
019-1965-57500-00
Aramark Uniform Serv. Inc.
05/23 Service
019-1965-62500-00
MTI Distributing, Inc
Rear Axle #583
019-1965-62500-00
MTI Distributing, Inc
Rocker Switch #588
019-1965-62500-00
MTI Distributing, Inc
Axle #583
019-1965-62510-00
Herr Petroleum Corp
165.2 Gal Diesel #2
019-1965-65500-00
Scott Equipment, LLC
Belt
019-1965-65500-00
Scott Equipment, LLC
Deck Idler Assy
019-1965-66000-00
Galesburg Electric, Inc.
Spot Light, Photo Controls
Subtotal for Divison: 1965
019-1975-54000-00
Cris Fones
Cell Phone Allowance
Subtotal for Divison: 1975
Subtotal for Fund 019
020-0000-62500-00
Martin, Inc
Nut#352
020-0000-62500-00
Martin, Inc
Bushing #352
020-0000-62510-00
Herr Petroleum Corp
257.1 Gal Diesel #2
020-0000-65500-00
Scott Equipment, LLC
Nylon Line
Subtotal for Divison: 0000
Subtotal for Fund 020
023-0000-51000-00
Klingner & Associates, P.C. - Archit
Legal Description & Plat of Dedications
023-0000-83100-00
RAP Roofing & Construction
Roof Installation- 79 W Third St
023-0000-83100-00
Galesburg Termite & Pest Control In
01/23 - 06/23 - Monthly Services
023-0000-84500-00
Knox County Collector
Property Taxes for 1212 Maple Ave Pin9903356019
800.00
06/13/2023
20.00
20.00
06/13/2023
1,200.00
05/31/2023
30.00
06/13/2023
20.00
06/13/2023
36.74
06/13/2023
36.74
06/13/2023
36.74
06/13/2023
659.91
06/13/2023
78.99
06/13/2023
950.41
06/13/2023
527.62
06/13/2023
65.00
06/13/2023
34.75
06/13/2023
336.70
4,013.60
05/31/2023
30.00
30.00
57,074.24
06/13/2023
31.69
06/13/2023
36.88
06/13/2023
821.11
06/13/2023
113.98
1,003.66
1,003.66
06/13/2023
3,967.25
06/13/2023
4,500.00
06/13/2023
342.00
06/13/2023
864.34
0000092351
0000092352
0000092247
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024-0000-51000-00 Great Eastern Mgmt., Inc.
030-0000-20102-00 Stratus Networks, Inc
Grand Ridge National Bank
06/23 Acct#7382
Subtotal for Divison: 0000
Subtotal for Fund 023
Subtotal for Divison: 0000
Subtotal for Fund 024
Subtotal for Divison: 0000
9,673.59
9,673.59
06/13/2023 240.66
240.66
240.66
06/13/2023 129.90
030-0320-51500-00
WGIL/WAAG/WLSR, Inc.
05/23 Radio Ads
05/31/2023
250.00
030-0320-54500-00
Kraig Boynton
Mileage - HSTP Meeting - Peoria Il - KBoynton
06/13/2023
32.09
030-0320-55500-00
Ford of Galesburg
Repair, Replace Injectors, Fuel System F1ush,Pulley,Belt
05/31/2023
217.10
030-0320-61000-00
Office Specialists, Inc.
Lined Paper, Pencils
05/31/2023
56.30
030-0320-61000-00
Office Specialists, Inc.
Hole Punch
05/31/2023
60.60
030-0320-62500-00
Midwest Transit Equipment, Inc.
Module Assembly
05/31/2023
696.65
030-0320-62500-00
Napa Auto Parts
Gas Grande Shock
05/31/2023
124.58
030-0320-62500-00
Midwest Transit Equipment, Inc.
Gas Springs
05/31/2023
768.91
030-0320-62500-00
Napa Auto Parts
Tie Rod Ends, Steering Stabilizer
05/31/2023
231.66
030-0320-62500-00
Napa Auto Parts
Gas Grande Shock
05/31/2023
124.58
030-0320-62500-00
O'Reilly Auto Parts
Gas Magnum
05/31/2023
132.08
030-0320-62500-00
Napa Auto Parts
Auto Belt Tensioner
05/31/2023
51.83
030-0320-62500-00
Napa Auto Parts
Tie Rod Ends
05/31/2023
64.29
030-0320-62500-00
Napa Auto Parts
Return Shock Absorber
05/31/2023
-67.98
030-0320-62500-00
Eastern Iowa Tire
Tires, Tire User Fee
05/31/2023
2,168.16
030-0320-62500-00
Napa Auto Parts
Tie Rods
05/31/2023
302.75
030-0320-62500-00
Napa Auto Parts
Fleet Pads, Shock Absorber
05/31/2023
149.23
030-0320-62500-00
Napa Auto Parts
A/C Blower Motor
06/13/2023
88.69
030-0320-62500-00
Napa Auto Parts
Wheel Stud
05/31/2023
31.30
030-0320-62510-00
Herr Petroleum Corp
228.2 Gal Unleaded Ethanol
05/31/2023
648.21
0000092348
030-0320-62510-00
Herr Petroleum Corp
179.4 Gal Unleaded Ethanol
05/31/2023
537.66
0000092348
030-0320-62510-00
Herr Petroleum Corp
146 Gal Unleaded Ethanol
05/31/2023
440.19
0000092348
030-0320-62510-00
Herr Petroleum Corp
170.5 Gal Unleaded Ethanol
05/31/2023
484.32
0000092348
030-0320-62510-00
Herr Petroleum Corp
224.9 Gal Unleaded Ethanol
05/31/2023
674.00
0000092348
030-0320-62510-00
Herr Petroleum Corp
202.7 Gal Unleaded Ethanol
05/31/2023
607.47
0000092348
030-0320-65000-00
Office Specialists, Inc.
Paper Towels
05/31/2023
100.96
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030-0320-65000-00
Office Specialists, Inc.
Trash Bags
05/31/2023
153.08
030-0320-65000-00
Office Specialists, Inc.
Tissue, Trash Bags
05/31/2023
262.00
Subtotal for Divison: 0320
9,390.71
030-0370-51000-00
Baker Tilly US, LLP
FY22 audit services
06/13/2023
2,675.00 0000092405
030-0370-51500-00
WGIL/WAAG/WLSR, Inc.
05/23 Radio Ads
05/31/2023
250.00
030-0370-54000-00
Kraig Boynton
Cell Phone Allowance
05/31/2023
30.00
030-0370-54000-00
Ronald Larson
Cell Phone Allowance
05/31/2023
24.96
030-0370-54500-00
Kraig Boynton
Mileage - HSTP Meeting - Peoria Il - KBoynton
06/13/2023
32.10
030-0370-55700-00
Howe Overhead Doors, Inc.
Remote for Operator, Programing of Remote
05/31/2023
120.00
030-0370-55700-00
Galesburg Termite & Pest Control In
06/23 Semi Monthly Service
06/13/2023
45.00
030-0370-57500-00
Cintas, Inc
05/23 Services
05/31/2023
135.08
030-0370-57500-00
Cintas, Inc
06/23 Service
06/13/2023
214.35
030-0370-62500-00
Eastern Iowa Tire
Tires, Reapir of Tire,Curbguard, Tire User Fee
05/31/2023
1,379.14
030-0370-62500-00
Batterton Auto Supply
Steel Weights
05/31/2023
117.75
030-0370-62500-00
A-L-L Equipment
Service Call, Oil Sample Kit, Filters, Filter Elements
05/31/2023
1,246.25
030-0370-62500-00
Eastern Iowa Tire
Disposal of Tires
06/13/2023
78.00
030-0370-62500-00
Gillig
Hex Bolts
05/31/2023
365.60
030-0370-62500-00
Kimball Midwest
Hand Cleaner
05/31/2023
129.56
030-0370-62500-00
Thompson Truck & Trailer, Inc
Pulley Fan, Pulley Drive, Screws, Belt, Alternator
05/31/2023
869.28
030-0370-62500-00
Thompson Truck & Trailer, Inc
Tensioner Belt
05/31/2023
179.64
030-0370-62510-00
Herr Petroleum Corp
348.7 Gal Diesel #2
05/31/2023
1,113.66 0000092348
030-0370-62510-00
Herr Petroleum Corp
224.4 Gal Diesel #2
05/31/2023
716.67 0000092348
030-0370-66500-00
Napa Auto Parts
Grease Gun
05/31/2023
299.00
030-0370-66500-00
Napa Auto Parts
Brake Caliper Press
05/31/2023
60.68
030-0370-66500-00
Napa Auto Parts
Grease Cart
05/31/2023
65.88
Subtotal for Divison: 0370
10,147.60
Subtotal for Fund 030
19,668.21
054-0000-20103-00
CAD Construction
Retainage - Exterior & Structural Repairs of Hawthorne Pool Bldg
06/13/2023
-25,273.48 0000092256
054-0000-63500-00
Timanda Landscaping & Garden Cer
Brandywine Maple Tree
06/13/2023
189.95
054-0000-63500-00
Timanda Landscaping & Garden Cer
Sunvalley Trees
06/13/2023
379.80
054-0000-63500-00
Timanda Landscaping & Garden Cer
Vanilla Strawberry Hydrangea Tree
06/13/2023
199.95
054-0000-76000-00
CAD Construction
Exterior & Structural Repairs of Hawthorne Pool Bldg
06/13/2023
252,734.80 0000092256
Subtotal for Divison: 0000
228,231.02
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Subtotal for Fund 054
228,231.02
059-0000-76000-00
Farnsworth Group, Inc.
Engineering and Architectural Services -H.T. Custer Park Renovat
06/13/2023
39,375.00
Subtotal for Divison: 0000
39,375.00
Subtotal for Fund 059
39,375.00
061-0000-10701-00
Jack Henry & Associates
01/24-06/24 - CAR/LAR-RemitPlus-FormxtraAnnual License Fees
06/13/2023
853.57
061-0000-20101-00
BONNIE HARRIS
Refund Check 007110-038, 218 S WHITESBORO ST
06/07/2023
90.11
061-0000-20101-00
BARBARA DENNIS
Refund Check 010015-001, 85 N FARNHAM ST
06/07/2023
79.94
061-0000-20101-00
JUSTIN MCNAUGHT
Refund Check 045622-000, 173 HAWKINSON AVE
06/02/2023
57.32
061-0000-20101-00
ABIGAIL STRANGER
Refund Check 063686-000, 665 ARNOLD ST
06/02/2023
23.50
061-0000-20101-00
ALYSSA PACHECO
Refund Check 062464-000, 1264 HARRISON ST
06/02/2023
85.38
061-0000-20101-00
TELLIE KELLEY II
Refund Check 057616-000, 1539 EDGEBROOK DR
06/06/2023
64.33
061-0000-20101-00
EDWARD PALA
Refund Check 065057-000, 540 MATHEWS ST B
06/07/2023
126.44
061-0000-20101-00
JUDY SIMKINS
Refund Check 055145-000, 1470 BEECHERAVE
06/13/2023
107.89
061-0000-20101-00
TITI NKANGI MPUTU
Refund Check 066170-000, 392 N BROAD ST 2
06/02/2023
63.05
061-0000-20101-00
SAMANTHA GOBEN
Refund Check 064422-000, 6 LORRAINE DR
06/13/2023
11.15
061-0000-20101-00
ANTHONYAMICK
Refund Check 062761-000, 402 W SOUTH ST
06/02/2023
66.31
061-0000-20101-00
CAROLINE HALL
Refund Check 062073-000, 484 LAWRENCE AVE
06/07/2023
104.27
061-0000-20101-00
ROGER HAGERTY
Refund Check 007167-072, 1560 WILLIAMS ST
06/02/2023
91.50
061-0000-20101-00
JEANNETTE FERGUSON
Refund Check 064220-000, 814 N WEST ST
06/02/2023
73.67
061-0000-20101-00
STELLADURDLE
Refund Check 061952-000, 795 ARNOLD ST
06/07/2023
80.24
061-0000-20101-00
DEBRA ESTRADA
Refund Check 056109-000, 416 N BROAD ST
06/02/2023
53.32
061-0000-20101-00
DAVID NUTZHORN
Refund Check 009091-004, 554 IRWIN ST
06/02/2023
93.94
061-0000-20101-00
MADGE RENWICK
Refund Check 044605-002, 1564 RONALD RD
06/02/2023
57.62
061-0000-20101-00
LILLY JONES
Refund Check 058263-001, 57 S FARNHAM ST
06/07/2023
1.39
061-0000-20101-00
ROLAND PAULSGROVE
Refund Check 047298-001, 83 S FARNHAM ST
06/07/2023
55.11
061-0000-20101-00
WILLIAM LARKIN
Refund Check 048089-000, 933 W MAIN ST
06/02/2023
50.38
061-0000-20101-00
TAYLOR LEINDECKER
Refund Check 064060-000, 141 MAPLE AVE A
06/08/2023
50.77
061-0000-20101-00
ELIZABETH MALLOY
Refund Check 065584-000, 1411 E FIFTH ST 22
06/07/2023
123.32
061-0000-20101-00
MAUREEN SCHIERER
Refund Check 054066-000, 85 S SEMINARY ST 2
06/06/2023
54.46
061-0000-20101-00
DIXIT SOLANKI
Refund Check 061786-000, 935 DAYTON DR 1
06/02/2023
72.35
061-0000-20101-00
THOMAS KNAPP
Refund Check 0 12012-004,1409 N ACADEMY ST
06/07/2023
131.57
061-0000-20101-00
PAUL NEWHALL
Refund Check 058046-003, 942 MONROE ST
06/02/2023
85.06
061-0000-20101-00
JORDAN MEDINA
Refund Check 064459-000, 731 E BROOKS ST
06/07/2023
94.94
061-0000-20101-00
MATTHEW ROGAN
Refund Check 066545-000, 721 MULBERRY ST
06/02/2023
130.18
0000092399
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061-0000-20101-00
JUSTIN MCNAUGHT
Refund Check 045622-000, 173 HAWKINSON AVE
06/02/2023
0.57
061-0000-20101-00
EMILY THEBEAU
Refund Check 063186-000, 1465 MEADOW DR
06/06/2023
60.72
061-0000-20101-00
GABRIEL TRULSON
Refund Check 063726-001, 1135 PARK VIEW RD
06/07/2023
39.27
061-0000-20101-00
KYLE WELTY-CLARK
Refund Check 060235-001, 490 N BROAD ST 4
06/08/2023
97.92
061-0000-20101-00
TLR LLC
Refund Check 052642-016, 784 FLORENCE AVE
06/07/2023
133.29
061-0000-20101-00
KRISTOPHER WINGO
Refund Check 045565-005, 1555 BEECHER AVE
06/08/2023
7.11
061-0000-20101-00
DOROTHY WEATHERS
Refund Check 012365-001, 375 HACKBERRY RD
06/07/2023
45.77
061-0000-20102-00
Stratus Networks, Inc
06/23 Acct#7382
06/13/2023
125.72
061-0000-51000-00
ARMARC/Municipa1H2O
MONTHLY MAINTENANCE FEE
06/13/2023
350.00
0000092423
061-0000-51000-00
Credit Collection Partners
04/23 Services
06/13/2023
409.47
061-0000-51000-00
Knox County Recorders Office
05/23 Service
06/13/2023
21.15
061-0000-51000-00
Pace Analytical Services LLC
Water Testing
06/13/2023
14.00
061-0000-51000-00
UMB Bank, N.A.
Go Series 2015 Paying Agent Fee
06/14/2023
371.00
061-0000-51000-00
UMB Bank, N.A.
Go Series 2017 Paying Agent Fee
06/14/2023
300.00
061-0000-51000-00
US Sterling Capital Corp., Inc.
American Metro Bank
06/13/2023
240.66
061-0000-52000-00
American Electric Power
05/23 Service
05/31/2023
12,198.82
061-0000-54000-00
Mark Schwieter
Cell Phone Allowance
05/31/2023
30.00
061-0000-54000-00
Michael Mackey
Cell Phone Allowance
05/31/2023
30.00
061-0000-54000-00
Shelby Schwieter
Cell Phone Allowance
05/31/2023
30.00
061-0000-54000-00
Jerami Brown
Cell Phone Allowance
05/31/2023
30.00
061-0000-54000-00
Timothy Fey
Cell Phone Allowance
05/31/2023
30.00
061-0000-55500-00
AMP Companies Inc
Repair of Motor and Load Cables
06/13/2023
916.75
061-0000-55500-00
Sidener Environmental Service, Inc.
Repair of Broken Regulator Yoke Screw, Chlorine Cabinet
06/13/2023
1,126.49
061-0000-55700-00
Four Seasons Pest Control
05/23 Monthly Service
06/13/2023
55.00
061-0000-55700-00
Four Seasons Pest Control
05/23 Monthly Service
06/13/2023
30.00
061-0000-55700-00
Royal Cleaning Services
06/23 Janitorial Services
06/13/2023
510.00
061-0000-55800-00
Jack Henry & Associates
07/23-12/23 - CAR/LAR-RemitPlus-Fonnxtra Annual License Fees
06/13/2023
853.58
061-0000-66000-00
Core & Main
Double Strap
06/13/2023
1,099.03
061-0000-66000-00
Core & Main
Service Connectors
06/13/2023
2,645.00
061-0000-66000-00
Core & Main
Service Connectors
06/13/2023
1,315.00
061-0000-66900-00
Zimmer & Francescon, Inc
6FT MEDALLION HYDRANT; SAFETY YELLOW, 3-WAY, OPE]
06/13/2023
3,231.00
0000092442
061-0000-66900-00
Zimmer & Francescon, Inc
5FT 61N MEDALLION HYDRANT; SAFETY YELLOW, 3-WAY, (
06/13/2023
3,163.00
0000092442
061-0000-66900-00
Zimmer & Francescon, Inc
4FT MEDALLION HYDRANT; SAFETY YELLOW, 3-WAY, OPE]
06/13/2023
2,957.00
0000092442
061-0000-66900-00
Zimmer & Francescon, Inc
4FT 6IN MEDALLION HYDRANT; SAFETY YELLOW, 3-WAY, (
06/13/2023
3,025.00
0000092442
061-0000-66900-00
Zimmer & Francescon, Inc
6FT 61N MEDALLION HYDRANT; SAFETY YELLOW, 3-WAY, (
06/13/2023
6,600.00
0000092442
061-0000-66900-00
Zimmer & Francescon, Inc
7FT MEDALLION HYDRANT; SAFETY YELLOW, 3-WAY, OPE]
06/13/2023
3,369.00
0000092442
061-0000-68500-00
Hawkins, Inc
2023 Liquid Chlorine for Water Division as per bid. This is a b
06/13/2023
6,282.00
0000092306
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Account Number Vendor Description Date Amount PO No
Subtotal for Divison: 0000
Subtotal for Fund 061
067-0000-20101-00
JUSTIN MCNAUGHT
Refund Check 045622-000, 173 HAWKINSON AVE
067-0000-51000-00
Knox County Recorders Office
05/23 Service
067-0000-51000-00
Baker Tilly US, LLP
FY22 audit services
067-0000-56000-00
Terry Allen, Inc
Pickard Road - Toilet Rental - 1 Regular Unit 3/17/23-11/19/23.
067-0000-59502-00
Waste Management, Inc.
05/23 Service ID# 5-33430-33004
Subtotal for Divison: 0000
Subtotal for Fund 067
078-0000-56535-00
OSF Medical Group, Inc.
Workers Comp - DOS 05/16/23 Acct#P520767211
078-0000-56535-00
OSF St Mary Medical Center
Workers Comp - DOS 04/03/23 - Acct#10278526001
078-0000-56535-00
ECS Compliance Solutions
Workers Comp - MSA - Customer # 1-8K213D
078-0000-56535-00
OSF St Mary Medical Center
Workers Comp - DOS 04/23/23-Acct#10365535700
078-0000-56597-00
Dave Dunn's Auto Body, Inc.
Final repairs to Squad #22 damaged in our fault accident 03/25/2
078-0000-56597-00
Municipal Emergency Services, Inc
Replacement Rubber Liners -Due to Damaged Equipment -Fire North
078-0000-56597-00
Traffic Control Corp., Inc.
Supplies to Fix Signals Main/Farnham From Jan Accident
Subtotal for Divison: 0000
Subtotal for Fund 078
091-0000-20102-00
Galesburg Sanitary Dist.
03/23 - 04/23 Lien Collection Fees
091-0000-20102-00
Galesburg Sanitary Dist.
04/23 Credit Card Processing Fees
091-0000-20102-00
Galesburg Sanitary Dist.
04/23 Postage for Liens
091-0000-20102-00
Galesburg Sanitary Dist.
06/23 Sanitary District Fees - Less 3% Collection Fee
091-0000-22003-00
Galesburg Sanitary Dist.
06/23 Sanitary District Fees
Subtotal for Divison: 0000
Subtotal for Fund 091
Report Total:
54,776.40
54,776.40
06/02/2023
0.81
06/13/2023
21.15
06/13/2023
4,015.00
06/13/2023
80.00
06/13/2023
76,716.27
80,833.23
80,833.23
06/13/2023
101.52
06/13/2023
765.02
06/13/2023
2,500.00
06/13/2023
723.37
06/13/2023
19,216.45
06/13/2023
937.00
06/13/2023
798.00
25,041.36
25,041.36
06/13/2023
-182.49
06/13/2023
-2,818.30
06/13/2023
-13.56
06/13/2023
-20,062.14
06/13/2023
668,737.92
645,661.43
645,661.43
3,321,733.23
0000092405
0000092358
0000092463
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Advance Checks and ACH Payments as of 6/13/2023
Check Date
Check #
Vendor Name
Description
Account #
Amount
6/l/2023
0
Chuck Humes
05/30 - Umpire Softball - 3 Games
019-1940-51400
105.00
6/l/2023
0
Dan Burgland
05/30 - Umpire Softball - 2 Games
019-1940-51400
70.00
6/l/2023
0
Tyler Burris
Meals -Dispatcher Training - O'Fallon Il - TBurris
001-0000-10706
47.00
6/l/2023
0
Amber Courson
Meals -Dispatcher Training - O'Fallon Il - ACourson
001-0000-10706
47.00
6/l/2023
0
Jennifer Tucker
Meals -Dispatcher Training - O'Fallon Il - JTucker
001-0000-10706
47.00
6/l/2023
98118
Knox County Recorders Office
Release 1 Property Maint Lien
001-0160-51300
63.00
6/l/2023
98118
Knox County Recorders Office
1 Water/Sewer/Ref ise Lien Filed
061-0000-51000
63.00
6/2/2023
0
G & M Distributors
LIquor for Golf Concessions
019-1920-64125
538.20
6/2/2023
0
Bluefin Payment Systems
05/23 Pay Pad Processing Fees
001-0410-51000
7.32
6/2/2023
0
Bluefin Payment Systems
05/23 Pay Pad Processing Fees
061-0000-51000
1,135.87
6/2/2023
0
Bluefin Payment Systems
05/23 UB Webpayment credit card processing fees
061-0000-51000
3,448.20
6/2/2023
0
Bluefin Payment Systems
05/23 Pay Pad Processing Fees
001-0115-51000
168.86
6/2/2023
0
Bluefin Payment Systems
05/23 Pay Pad Processing Fees
001-0306-51000
7.32
6/2/2023
0
Bluefin Payment Systems
05/23 Pay Pad Processing Fees
067-0000-51000
567.96
6/2/2023
0
Bluefin Payment Systems
05/23 UB Webpayment credit card processing fees
067-0000-51000
1,724.10
6/5/2023
98120
Knox County Recorders Office
File 14 Weed/Trash/Demo Liens
001-0160-51300
138.00
6/7/2023
0
Quadient Leasing USA, Inc
Postage for machine
061-0000-10702
500.00
6/7/2023
0
Cardconnect
05/23 Card Connect Credit Card Charges
019-1905-51000
1,108.44
6/7/2023
0
Cardconnect
05/23 Card Connect Credit Card Charges
051-0000-51000
1.92
6/7/2023
0
Cardconnect
05/23 Card Connect Credit Card Charges
019-1935-51000
27.55
6/7/2023
0
Cardconnect
05/23 Card Connect Credit Card Charges
019-1960-51000
24.45
6/7/2023
0
Cardconnect
05/23 Card Connect Credit Card Charges
019-1950-51000
485.79
6/7/2023
0
Cardconnect
05/23 Card Connect Credit Card Charges
019-1925-51000
17.26
6/7/2023
0
Cardconnect
05/23 Card Connect Credit Card Charges
019-1930-51000
41.42
6/7/2023
0
Euclid Beverage
Liquor for Golf Course
019-1920-64125
491.65
6/7/2023
0
Farmers & Mechanics Bank
05/23 F&M Bank Trust Fees
001-0205-51000
123.63
6/7/2023
0
Farmers & Mechanics Bank
05/23 F&M Bank Trust Fees
058-0000-51000
20.46
6/7/2023
0
Farmers & Mechanics Bank
05/23 F&M Bank Trust Fees
019-1905-51000
4.06
6/7/2023
0
Farmers & Mechanics Bank
05/23 F&M Bank Trust Fees
061-0000-51000
20.46
6/7/2023
0
Farmers & Mechanics Bank
05/23 F&M Bank Trust Fees
052-0000-51000
272.41
6/7/2023
0
Wells Fargo Merchant Services
05/23 Golf Credit Card fees
019-1920-51000
3,129.24
6/8/2023
0
Chuck Humes
06/06 - Umpire Softball - 3 Games
019-1940-51400
105.00
6/8/2023
0
Barash & Everett, LLC
06/23 Legal Services
001-0145-51010
8,644.33
6/8/2023
0
Dan Burgland
06/06 - Umpire Softball - 2 Games
019-1940-51400
70.00
6/8/2023
0
Flexible Benefit Service LLC
05/23 Service
001-0120-56506
75.00
6/8/2023
4071
J W Summy Contracting Corp.
DCEO RLF at 1404 E Main St
013-0000-83100
5,000.00
6/8/2023
5124
J W Summy Contracting Corp.
HUD LBPHC at 607 Monmouth Blvd.
013-0000-83100
19,420.00
6/8/2023
5124
J W Summy Contracting Corp.
HUD LBPHC @ 451 Phillips Street
013-0000-83100
18,400.00
6/8/2023
5125
Rihan Hotels LLC
HUD LBPHC - Temporary Lead Safe Housing - 667 W Main St
013-0000-83100
750.00
6/8/2023
5125
Rihan Hotels LLC
HUD LBPHC - Temporary Lead Safe Housing - 1850 E Main St
013-0000-83100
630.00
6/8/2023
6064
J W Summy Contracting Corp.
HUD Healthy Homes at 607 Monmouth Blvd.
013-0000-83100
5,000.00
6/8/2023
6064
J W Summy Contracting Corp.
HUD Healthy Homes at 418 Pine Street
013-0000-83100
3,950.00
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6/8/2023
6064
J W Summy Contracting Corp.
HUD Healthy Homes at 1087 Willard St
013-0000-83100
6/8/2023
6064
J W Summy Contracting Corp.
HUD Healthy Homes @ 451 Phillips Street
013-0000-83100
6/8/2023
20090
J W Summy Contracting Corp.
DCEO HELP Pilot at 1404 E Main St
013-0000-83100
6/8/2023
20090
J W Summy Contracting Corp.
CO#1 DCEO HELP Pilot at 1404 E Main St Shift Funds to HUD LBPHC
013-0000-83100
6/9/2023
0
Brittany's Boutique
Minority/Woman owned Southside Occupancy Assistance Program
054-0000-83100
6/9/2023
0
Brittany's Boutique
Minority/Woman owned Business Startup incentive
054-0000-83100
6/9/2023
0
G & M Distributors
Liquor for Golf Concessions
019-1920-64125
6/9/2023
0
G & M Distributors
Liquor for Golf Concessions
019-1920-64125
6/9/2023
0
IMRF
05/23 Contributions
001-0000-20311
6/13/2023
0
Quadient Leasing USA, Inc
Postage for machine
061-0000-10702
6/13/2023
0
Breakthru Beverage Illinois, LLC
Liquor for Golf Course
019-1920-64125
6/13/2023
0
Euclid Beverage
Liquor for Golf Course
019-1920-64125
Grand Total
4,775.00
4,000.00
38,900.00
(18,600.00)
500.00
523.41
743.00
45.00
102,107.38
500.00
409.87
579.90
$ 210,974.46
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I►A01130
COUNCIL LETTER
CITY OF GALESBURG
JUNE 19, 2023
AGENDA ITEM: Ordinance proposing amendment to Special Service Area Number One to provide
for a ten-year extension of the $1.50 tax.
SUMMARY RECOMMENDATION: The Acting City Manager/Director of Community Development
recommends the City Council approve the ordinance. By approving the ordinance, the City
Administration would be authorized to schedule a public hearing concerning the ten-year
extension of the $1.50 Special Service Area tax. This tax is only placed upon properties located
within the Special Service Area (see attached map of the area).
BACKGROUND: On January 20, 1975, the City Council approved Special Ordinance No. 75-4 which
created Special Service Area Number One. The purpose of this was to provide a funding
mechanism for needed improvements in the "Downtown". The special ordinance authorized the
levy of two taxes, the first tax was for the payment of principal and interest for a bond issue in
the amount of $1,060,000. The funds from the bond issue helped to pay for the various capital
improvements in the "Downtown" area, such as lighting, landscaping, etc. Repayment was
established with final payment being in the City's 1994-95 fiscal year. A tax rate was established
each year in an amount to assure bond repayments were covered, with the final levy having been
in 1993, for taxes payable in 1994. The yearly levy ranged from $1.40 to $1.70 per $100 of
equalized assessed value.
The second tax levy which was established in Special Ordinance No. 75-4 was for a flat rate of
$1.00 per $100 of equalized assessed value and was approved to continue annually. Monies
generated from this levy are utilized to pay maintenance services in the "Downtown" area. This
levy will continue on a yearly basis until the City Council decides to change this.
When the bonds were paid off in 1994, the Downtown Council requested, and the City Council
approved a new tax to replace the "bond" tax for a ten-year period. This was a yearly tax levy of
$1.50 per $100 of equalized assessed value. The Downtown Council utilized funds from this levy
to cover a variety of expenses including administrative, maintenance, other operational costs, as
well as capital improvements (e.g. fagade grants). This tax expired with the 2003 levy, payable
2004.
A second ten-year extension was requested by the Downtown Council and approved by the City
Council in 2003. This extension expires with the 2013 levy for property taxes payable in 2014.
The Downtown Council has requested the City Council consider another ten-year extension of
the $1.50 tax.
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The process to initiate the ten-year extension begins with the Council consideration of the
attached ordinance that proposes the extension and schedules a public hearing on the process.
If this ordinance is approved by the City Council, a legal notice is published in the paper and all
owners of property located within the Special Service Area are sent notice of the public hearing.
Once the public hearing is held, there is a 60-day period where no action can be taken to give any
objectors time to file a petition opposing the amendment. Once the 60-day period expires, the
City Council will consider an ordinance that approves the ten-year extension. Attached is a
proposed time schedule for this process.
BUDGET IMPACT: There would be no impact on the City's budget. The property owners in the
Special Service Area would pay additional property taxes to fund this.
SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS:
1. Information from Galesburg Downtown Council requesting ten-year extension of $1.50 rate.
2. Ordinance.
3. Location Map.
4. Proposed time schedule.
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150 S. Main Street
Galesburg, IL 61401
https://galesbu-rgdowntownc.wixsite.com/ip4aw-firm
galesburgdowntowneouncil@gmail.com
Galesburg Downtown Council
April 19, 2023
Mr. Gerald Smith
City Manager
City of Galesburg
55 West Tompkins Street
Galesburg, IL 61401
Dear Mr. Smith:
On behalf of the Board of Directors of the Galesburg Downtown Council) please let
this letter serve as the formal request to amend the current Special Service Area (SSA)
Number One as per the Board's recommendation,
While no changes have been recommended in the current SSA levy rate or the
current SSA boundaries, the Board has recommended that the current SSA be
amended to renew the current SSA levy for an additional ten (10) year period
(Payable: 2025 through 2034). Funds generated by the SSA would continue to be
used to maintain capital improvement/ development programs, ongoing short and
long term maintenance efforts, as well as grant awards for community events and
special projects in the Downtown Galesburg area.
Please note that the attached documents have been developed to specifically address
the seven steps recommended to propose an amendment to the SSA. The information
within the document has been expanded to include the History of the Galesburg
Downtown Council and the SSA as well as the accomplishments noted within
Downtown Galesburg during the past ten (10) years of the SSA levy.
Please do not hesitate to contact me at 309-358-1213 if you have any questions and/or
concerns regarding this SSA amendment request.
Sincerely,
J iBullisYre
s
Galesburg Downtown Council
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Galesburg Downtown Council
Proposal to Amend Special Service Area Number One
The Name and Legal Status of the Applicant
The name of the applicant of this applicant shall be the Galesburg Downtown Council
(Thereinafter referred to as the "Council' and/or the "GDC"). The history and legal status of the GDC
has been summarized as follows:
In 1973, the Downtown Galesburg community responded to the development of a regional shopping
center within the northwest quadrant of Galesburg with the creation of the Galesburg Downtown
Council (GDC). The GDC was established as a private non-profit corporation formed for the purpose
of promoting continuing development of the Galesburg Central business District (Downtown) through
programs of business retention and acquisition, marketing, landscape .improvement and maintenance,
general coordination of downtown activities and other activities to advance efforts to maintain and
improve Downtown Galesburg..
One of the first duties of the GDC was to implement an economic impact study to determine the
potential consequences of the development on the Downtown Galesburg community. One of the
preliminary recommendations from that study was the creation of a Special Service Area (SSA) which
would generate funds be used to improve downtown infrastructure and maintain the viability of
Downtown Galesburg.
In response to the study recommendations and requests by the GDC, and pursuant -to the provisions of
Article of the Constitution of the State of Illinois (PA 78-901), the Galesburg City Council approved
the creation of the SSA in January, 1975 pursuant to Ordinance 75-4 .approved on January 20, 1975
and as amended by Ordinance 76-63, approved March 15, 1976 and Ordinance 92-415, approved May
4, 1992, and Ordinance 13-547, approved November 18, 2013 as well as the management of the SSA
Funds by .the GDC Board.
The GDC was also mandated with the responsibility to make recommendations to the Galesburg City
Council regarding the extension and changes to the SSA Fund(s) as necessary.
Services Provided within the Special Service Area
The mission of the GDC has been the same since its inception in 1973: The promotion and
development of Downtown Galesburg through business retention and acquisition, marketing,
landscape improvement and maintenance, coordination of downtown activities and any other
effort to advance the purpose of downtown Galesburg.
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The GDC has continued to be governed by a Board of Directors, which consists of volunteer members
elected to represent the downtown property owners. The Council Board of Directors is made up of 13
Directors of various backgrounds. The Board also has liaison members from the City of Galesburg and
Tourism. GDC staff is a full time Director of Operations who has been tasked to oversee all of
downtown service/maintenance activities including but not limited to,
Hire one part time helper for summer watering and trash pickup.
Maintain GDC Facebook page.
Trash collection/removal, snow plowing, landscaping, flower planting/installation,
Christmas decorations/lighting, banner installation removal, graffiti/vandalism
reduction/removal, bush/tree trimming, to report and coordinate infrastructure needs
(sidewalks/streets) with City of Galesburg Public Works/Street Department personnel as
necessary and the coordination of all downtown special events as noted/requested.
Those efforts have been accomplished with direct invention by the Director of
Operations and/or the supervision of part-time employees by the Director of Operations.
The previous history of the GDC and SSA, as it is related to specific Downtown Galesburg
developments/improvements (many in cooperation with the City of Galesburg), has been impressive and
include major programs such as:
• The City of Galesburg and the GDC's Downtown Facade Redevelopment Grant Program.
The Facade committee since its inception has approved an estimated $3,431,797. for 31
facade projects throughout downtown. Monies granted from the TIF total $914,847 and the
GDC Grant funds total $497,806.
• New Holiday lights were purchased and installed over the last few years and a large yellow
steel decorative GALESBURG sign was installed on Main Street.
• GDC collaborates with The Downtown Community Partnership to assist in the many events
they have.
• The Banner program continues to change with the new design. With the help form the city
banners now extend over the two bridges and around the underpass on Main Street.
Likewise, GDC Grants for improvement to the Galesburg Downtown properties during the current ten
(10) year funding period have been equally productive. Those grants have included everything from
full facade renovations to awnings installation/improvements, lighting, specialty signs, painting and
masonry work. Some of the properties which have benefited from the GDC SSA Program within that
period have included but were not limited to:
• 41 S Seminary St (Craft Restaurant), 119 S Cherry St (Browns Business College), 64 S Prairie
St (Weinberg Arcade}, 45 S Cherry St. (old Knights of Columbus), 250 E Main St, 450 E
Main (Four Seasons Store), 311 E Main St (Bondi Building). Among the many others.
Several of the recent larger projects during this period have also had a significant positive impact on
the Galesburg Downtown Community. Those projects have included:
0 56 S Kellogg St, (The Matzelle building), & 66 N Seminary Street (Willis Lofts).
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Special Service Boundaries
Special Service Area Number One generally consists of all property on the west by Cedar Street and
on the east by Chambers Street and extending within one block north and one and one half .blocks
south of Main Street. This area has been indicated on the attached map (Exhibit A). Proposed change:
The GDC has proposed no change in the current boundaries for Special Service Area Number One.
Tax Levy Rate
When the Special Service Area (S SA) was established in 19751 the Galesburg City Council approved
the levy of two taxes which were dedicated to funding maintenance and improvements to Downtown
Galesburg.
One of the levies was established to provide funding for the continuing maintenance needs of
Downtown Galesburg (known as the "Maintenance Fund"). That levy was set at a flat rate of $1.00
per Equalized Assessed Valuation (EAV) and was approved to continue -annually.
The other levy was initially used to ensure payment of principal and interest for bonds issued to
complete the improvements to downtown Galesburg within the "Streetscape Project" approved at
that time, The levy rate for that fund varied and was set annually to address the principal and interest
payments for those bonds.
When those obligations were completed in 1995, the Galesburg City Council approved the
replacement of that levy to provide funding for various projects including but not limited to:
additional maintenance needs within the SSA, administrative needs within the SSA, Capital
improvements within the SSA and Other operational costs associated with the SSA. That levy
(known as the "Multipurpose Fund") was initially set at a rate of $ 1.50 per Equalized Assessed
Valuation (EAV) and was originally approved to continue for a ten (10) year period until 2023. In
2013 the Galesburg City Council approved a ten (10) year extension to the levy.
The Multipurpose Fund has now been scheduled for consideration by the Galesburg City Council
during 2023 for the 2024 tax levy (payable in 2025). The GDC has recommended that there be no
increase proposed in the fund (See below):
Proposed change: The GDC has proposed no change in the current levy rate of $1.50 per $100.00 of
Equalized Assessed Evaluation (EAV) for Special Service Area Number One.
Without change, the current renewable rate would be computed as follows: A downtown property
valued at $30,000 (assessed at 1/3 market value or $10,000) would pay 1.5% of $10,000 or: $ 150.00
per year to the SSA.
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Tax Lew Time Period
In 2013, the Galesburg City Council approved a ten (10) year extension of the $1.50 per $100.00
Equalized Assessed Evaluation; the extension period will expire and require consideration by the
Galesburg City Council during 2023 for the 2024 tax levy (payable in 2025). As Administrators of
the SSA Funds the GDC has been tasked to submit recommendation(s) regarding the Levy Rate and
time period to the Galesburg City Council
Proposed change: The GDC has proposed that the previous ten (10) year extension period of the
current levy rate of $1.50 per $100.00 of Equalized Assessed Evaluation (EAV) granted for Special
Service Area Number One be extended for an additional ten (10) year period (Payable: 2025-2034).
Support for Extension of the Tax Levu
The GDC has conducted an Annual meeting during February of each year of the SSA funding
period. The meetings are conducted to elect the GDC Board of Directors, update the GDC
membership with a summary of the completed and ongoing property improvement projects,
provide an explanation of any changes within the grant application process as well as other
collaboration efforts to improve the Downtown Galesburg area. In recent years those collaborative
efforts have included shared funding for decorative refuse receptacles which were placed
throughout the downtown as well as decorative lighting elements which have been erected during
the Holiday Season. Input from the GDC membership regarding the SSA concept and contribution
has remained positive and supportive through the funding period.
The GDC has also conducted monthly meetings which are open to the GDC membership. The
meetings are designed to discuss ongoing projects, funding availability, committee assignments
and accomplishments within the funding period. The monthly meetings also provide an
opportunity for input from Board members, as well as general membership, regarding the operation
of the GDC and the SSA process. Input from the GDC Board Members and general membership
regarding the SSA concept and contribution has also remained positive and supportive through the
funding period.
Additionally, in preparation for the SSA extension proposal and GDC recommendation,
information was provided to the Galesburg Downtown property owners within the SSA. That
information included the GDC recommendation to the City of Galesburg to extend the SSA levy at
the current rate for the ten (10) year period previously noted (Payable: 2025-2034) and also provided
details regarding the manner in which the funding for the SSA has been computed.
Based on feedback from the Downtown property owners during the previous ten (10) year period, it
is anticipated that the response to that information will also remain positive and supportive
regarding the SSA extension recommendation by the GDC
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Need for the Extension of the Tax Lew
The successful record of past and current projects, as outlined above, would not have been
possible without the creation and continued funding provided by the SSA. Likewise, the
continuation of the maintenance programs as noted above would not be possible without the
extension of the funding provided by the SSA.
It is also important to note that, much like the decisions made in the past to improve and transform
the GDC in an effort to remain viable and responsive to demographic and marketing changes, the
ability to impact the Galesburg Downtown in a positive manner would cease to exist without the
extension of the SSA funding program.
Current discussions within the GDC have also included the increased desire to encourage second floor
residential developments in Downtown Galesburg. Those discussions have again attempted to change,
with the needs of the Downtown property owners and have considered a willingness to identify
different funding eligibilities for property owners within the SSA. An example of such new
opportunities and a significant step away from the current funding guidelines would be the
development of a program that would attempt to ensure that costs associated with such upgrades (ie.
The installation of residential sprinkler systems) may be off -set by SSA funding.
The viable state of Downtown Galesburg stands as quiet but strong testimony to the success of the
SSA Program and management of the program by the GDC. There is a sincere concern that the
forward thinking and forward movement of Downtown Galesburg, as demonstrated above, would stop
without the funding that the SSA would provide in the future.
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SPECIAL ORDINANCE NO.
AN ORDINANCE PROPOSING THE AMENDMENT OF
SPECIAL SERVICE AREA NUMBER ONE IN THE CITY OF GALESBURG AND
PROVIDING FOR A PUBLIC HEARING AND OTHER PROCEDURES IN CONNECTION THEREWITH
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GALESBURG,
KNOX COUNTY, ILLINOIS:
SECTION ONE: Authority to establish Special Service Area.
Special service areas are established pursuant to Article VII, Section 6L of the Constituion of the
State of Illinois, which provides:
"The General Assembly may not deny or limit the power of home rule units (1) to make
local improvements by special assessment and to exercise this power jointly with other
counties and municipalities, and other classes of units of local government having that
power on the effective date of this Constitution unless that power is subsequently denied
by law to any such other units of local government or (2) to levy or impose additional
taxes upon areas within their boundaries in the manner provided by law for the provision
of special services to those areas and for the payment of debt incurred in order to provide
those special services."
and are established pursuant to the provisions of the provisions of the Special Service Area Tax
Law 35 ILCS 200/27-5, et. seq.
SECTION TWO: Findings. This City Council finds:
A. That a Special Service Area was previously created by the Galesburg City
Council, pursuant to Ordinance No. 75-4 passed January 20, 1975, and as
amended by Ordinance No. 76-63 passed March 15, 1976 for the area
hereinafter described. Said Special Service Area is designated as Special
Service Area Number One, and provides for the levy of an annual tax of not to
exceed one percent (1%) of the assessed value, as equalized, of the property
in Special Service Area. Said tax is levied annually for a special maintenance
services fund. In addition, said ordinance provided for the levy of a tax on
property in the Special Services Area to pay the principal and interest on the
bonds referred to in said ordinance. Said bonds have since been paid and are
no longer outstanding.
B. That said Special Service Area was thereafter amended by the Galesburg City
Council by Special Ordinance No. 92-415 passed May 4, 1992, which provided
for the levy of an additional tax at a rate not to exceed one and one half
percent ( 1 1/2 %) of the assessed value, as equalized, of the property in the
Special Service Area for an additional period not to exceed ten years,
commencing with the 1994 tax levy. Said additional tax was levied for the
purpose of providing special municpal services to the area including, but not
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limited to, services in connection with maintenance of property in the Special
Service Area, administrative activities for the Special Service Area, other
operational costs associated with the Special Service Area and needed capital
improvements (both public and private) in the Special Service Area.
C. That said Special Service Area was thereafter amended by the Galesburg City
Council by Special Ordinance No. 03-501 passed May 5, 2003, which provided
for the levy of an additional tax at a rate not to exceed one and one half
percent ( 1 1/2 %) of the assessed value, as equalized, of the property in the
Special Service Area for an additional period not to exceed ten years,
commencing with the 2004 tax levy. Said additional tax was levied for the
purpose of providing special municpal services to the area including, but not
limited to, services in connection with maintenance of property in the Special
Service Area, administrative activities for the Special Service Area, other
operational costs associated with the Special Service Area and needed capital
improvements (both public and private) in the Special Service Area.
D. That said Special Service Area was thereafter amended by the Galesburg City
Council by Special Ordinance No. 13-547 passed November 18, 2013, which
provided for the levy of an additional tax at a rate not to exceed one and one
half percent ( 1 1/2 %) of the assessed value, as equalized, of the property in
the Special Service Area for an additional period not to exceed ten years,
commencing with the 1994 tax levy. Said additional tax was levied for the
purpose of providing special municpal services to the area including, but not
limited to, services in connection with maintenance of property in the Special
Service Area, administrative activities for the Special Service Area, other
operational costs associated with the Special Service Area and needed capital
improvements (both public and private) in the Special Service Area.
E. That said area is compact and contiguous and constitutes the principal
downtown shopping area of the City of Galesburg.
F. That said area is zoned for commercial purposes and will benefit specially from
the municipal services to be provided and that the proposed municipal
services are in addition to municipal services provided to the City of Galesburg
as a whole and it is, therefore, in the best interests of the City of Galesburg
that the levy of special taxes against said area for the services to be provided
by considered.
G. It is in the public interest that consideration be given to amending the Special
Service Area Number One by providing for the levy of an additional tax at a
rate not to exceed one and one half percent (1 %%) of the assessed value, as
equalized, of the property in the Special Service Area Number One,
commencing with the 2024 tax levy, as set forth below. Said additional tax is
proposed for the purpose of providing special municipal services to the area
including, but not limited to, services in connection with maintenance of
property in the Special Service Area Number One, administrative activities for
the Special Service Area Number One, other operational costs associated with
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the Special Service Area Number One and needed capital improvements, both
public and private, associated with Special Service Area Number One.
SECTION THREE: Public Hearing — Tax Rates
That a public hearing shall be held on the 21st day of August, 2023, at 5:15 p.m. in the Council
Chambers of the Galesburg City Hall, 55 W Tompkins Street, Galesburg, Illinois, to consider the
amendment of Special Service Area Number One of the City of Galesburg, in the territory
described in the notice set forth in Section 4 hereof. At the hearing, there will be considered the
levy of an annual tax of not to exceed an annual rate of one and one half percent (1 Y%) of the
assessed value, as equalized, of the property in the Special Service Area, said tax to be levied for
a maximum of ten (10) years, commencing with the 2024 tax levy. Said tax shall be in addition to
all other taxes provided by law and shall be levied pursuant to the provisions of the Revenue Act
of 1939.
SECTION FOUR: Notice of Hearing
Notice of hearing shall be published at least once not less than fifteen (15) days prior to the public
hearing in a newspaper of general circulation in the City of Galesburg. In addition, notice by
mailing shall be given by depositing said notice in the U.S. mail addressed to the person or
persons in whose name the general taxes for the last preceding year were paid on each lot, block,
tract or parcel of land lying within the proposed Special Service Area. Said Notice shall be mailed
not less than ten (10) days prior to the time set for the public hearing. In the event taxes for the
last preceding year were not paid, the Notice shall be sent to the person last listed on the tax
rolls prior to the year as the owner of the property. The notice shall be in subtantially the
following form:
NOTICE OF HEARING
CITY OF GALESBURG SPECIAL
SERVICE AREA NUMBER ONE
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on August 21, 2023, at 5:15 pm in the Council Chambers of the
Galesburg City Hall, 55 West Tompkins Street, Galesburg, Illinois, a hearing will be held by the
City Council of the City of Galesburg to consider amending Special Service Area Number One
consisting of the following described territory:
Blocks 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 24, 25, 26, 27, and 28; the North 198 feet of Block 29; the North
102 feet of Block 30; the North 198 feet of Blocks 31, 32, and 33; the South 66 feet of the
West 132 feet, and all of the rest of Block 62 laying Northerly of the railroad spur track
known as the Brown Factory Switch Track; the South 313.5 feet of the West 330 feet and
the South 280.5 feet of the East 231 feet of Block 63; all in the City of Galesburg, Knox
County Illinois.
The approximate street location is within the area bounded as follows: Commencing at
the center point of the intersection of North Cedar Street and West Ferris Street, thence
South along the center line of Cedar Street to a point approximately one-half block South
of West Simmons Street, thence East to the center line of Seminary Street, thence South
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to the North line of Mulberry Street, thence East 132 feet, thence in a Northeasterly
direction along the railroad spur track known as the Brown Factory Switch Track to the
center line of South Chambers Street, thence North on Chambers Street to a point 280.5
feet North of Main Street, thence Westerly 264 feet, thence Northerly 33 feet, thence
Westerly 330 feet to a point on the east line of North Seminary Street 313.5 feet North of
Easy Main Street, thence North 33 feet to the center line of East Ferris Street along the
East line of North Seminary Street, thence West along the center line of Ferris Street to
the point of beginning.
The permanent tax index numbers of all parcels located within the Special Service Area
Number One are as follows:
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9910460002 9910483020 9910487023 9914101012 9915203020 9915226029 9915229007 9915230033
9910460003 9910483021 9910487024 9914101030 9915203021 9915227005 9915229008 9915231001
9910460004 9910483022 9910487026 9914101031 9915205001 9915227006 9915229009 9915231002
9910460016 9910483023 9910487027 9914101032 9915206001 9915227007 9915229010 9915231004
9910479000 9910483024 9910487028 9914101034 9915206002 9915227012 9915229020 9915231006
9910479003 9910483025 9911351034 9914101035 9915226001 9915227016 9915229022 9915231015
9910479005 9910487001 9911351036 9914101036 9915226002 9915227018 9915229023 9915231018
9910479006 9910487002 9911351037 9915202003 9915226003 9915227020 9915229024 9915231019
9910479016 9910487003 9911351038 9915202004 9915226004 9915228004 9915229025 9915232001
9910479021 9910487004 9911351039 9915202013 9915226005 9915228005 9915229026 9915232005
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9910479028 9910487010 9914101001 9915203001 9915226022 9915228010 9915230009 9915232033
9910483014 9910487014 9914101002 9915203008 9915226023 9915228011 9915230013 9915232034
9910483015 9910487015 9914101005 9915203013 9915226024 9915228014 9915230014
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An accurate map of said territory is on file in the office of the City Clerk and available for
public inspection.
All interested persons, including all persons owning taxable real property located within
Special Service Area Number One, will be given an opportunity to be heard regarding the
amendment of Special Service Area Number One and may object to the levy of additional
taxes affecting said area.
The purpose of the amendment of City of Galesburg Special Service Area Number One, in
general, is to provide special municipal services to the area, including but not limited to
municipal services in connection with maintenance services of property in the Special
Service Area, administrative activities for the Special Service Area, other operational costs
associated with the Special Service Area and needed capital improvements (both public
and private) in Special Service Area.
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A special tax will be considered at the public hearing to be levied for a period not to
exceed ten (10) years, commencing with the 2024 tax levy, and not to exceed an amount
of one and one half percent (1 %%) per annum of assessed value, as equalized, to be levied
against the real property included in the Special Service Area.
The proposed amount of the tax levy for special services for the initial year (2024 payable
2025) for which taxes will be levied within the special sericea area is anticipated to be
$111,365; but the final amount will be calculated utilizing the equalized assessed value
for the properties within the special service area as determined by the Knox County
Supervisor of Assessments for 2024 payable 2025 times the $1.50 tax rate.
At the hearing, all interested persons affected by the amendment of such Special Service
Area, including all persons owning taxable real estate therein, will be given an opportunity
to be heard at the hearing regarding the tax levy and an opportunity to file objection to
the amount of the tax levy. The hearing may be adjourned by the Council without further
notice to another date without further notice other than a motion to be entered upon
the minutes of its meeting fixing the time and place of its adjournment.
If a petition signed by at least 51% of the electors residing within the Special Service Area
and by at least 51% of the owners of record of the land included within the boundaries of
the Special Service Area is filed with the municipal clerk within 60 days following the final
adjournment of the public hearing, objecting to the amendment of the Special Service
District, for the additional levy and increase in the tax rate, no such district may be
amended, or tax may be levied, or imposed nor the rate increased.
SECTION FIVE: Effective Date. This Ordinance shall be in full force and effect from its passage,
approval and publication as required by law.
Approved this day of , 2023 by a roll call vote as follows:
Roll Call #:
Ayes:
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Absent:
Abstain:
Peter Schwartzman, Mayor
ATTEST:
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PROPOSED TIME SCHEDULE FOR AMENDMENT OF
SPECIAL SERVICE AREA NUMBER ONE TO
EXTEND $1.50 TAX LEVY AN ADDITIONAL TEN YEARS
4.
6/5/2023
First reading of an ordinance proposing the extension and schedules the
required public hearing date
5.
6/19/2023
Final reading of an ordinance proposing the extension and schedules
the required public hearing date
6.
NST
7/22/2023
Notice of Public hearing published in newspaper (not more than 30 nor
less than 15 days before public hearing).
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8/5/2023
7.
8/9/2023
Notice of Public hearing is mailed to all mailed to all property owners'
within the SSA ( at least 10 days in advance of the public hearing)
8.
8/21/23
Public Hearing held (not less than 60 days after adoption of ordinance
5:15PM
proposing extension)
9.
8/22/2023
The end of the public hearing begins a 60-day period where no action
may be taken to give any objectors time to file a petition opposing the
amendment.
10.
10/21/2023
60-day period expires
11.
11/6/2023
First reading of an ordinance approving the extension of the $1.50 tax
levy for an additional ten years.
12.
11/20/2023
Final reading of an ordinance approving the extension of the $1.50 tax
levy for an additional ten years.
13.
11/24/2023
Within 60 days of adopting ordinances, City Clerk records certified
copies of ordinances with the Knox County Office of Recorders
14.
11/24/2023
Within 60 days of adopting ordinances, City Clerk files certified copies of
ordinances, with cover letter specifying start and end dates, with Knox
County Clerk's Office
1 Person(s) in whose name property taxes were paid in preceeding year. If taxes not paid then to person listed on tax rolls
in prior year
NOTE: Dates may be altered so long as statutory requirements are satisfied.
NST = No sooner than
NLT = No later than
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COUNCIL LETTER
CITY OF GALESBURG
J U N E 19, 2023
AGENDA ITEM: Resolution authorizing discounted pricing to Galesburg Township for the
purchase of both single and punch passes for fixed route public transportation.
SUMMARY RECOMMENDATION: The Public Transportation Advisory Commission (PTAC) met
on June 08, 2023 and approved the consideration to provide both fixed route public
transportation single passes and punch passes to Galesburg Township at a twenty-five percent
discounted.
BACKGROUND: Galesburg Township's General Assistance Office is implementing a new, needs
based program to assist those in our community who have no other means for transportation
and lack resources to purchase bus passes. This program will be fully managed by the General
Assistance office.
General Assistance Staff have communicated their desire to purchase fixed route system daily
single passes as well as punch passes from Galesburg Public Transportation for this project.
Galesburg Public Transportation has agreed to sell these passes to Galesburg Township at a
twenty-five percent discount.
Fee updates are as follows:
Description of Service
Current Regular Price
25% Discounted Rate
Single Pass
$0.60
$0.45
10 — Punch Pass
$5.00
$3.75
PTAC has had the opportunity to meet, review, and approve this request. This discount is
reasonable as a cooperation between government agencies.
BUDGET IMPACT: Based on the program parameters, this discount program should have limited
impact on the ridership revenue for the fixed route system.
SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS:
1. Resolution authorizing discounted rate for fixed route services to the Galesburg Township.
2. Bus Pass program from the Office of General Assistance
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RESOLUTION NO.
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING DISCOUNTED PRICING TO GALESBURG TOWNSHIP FOR THE
PURCHASE OF SINGLE AND PUNCH PASSES FOR FIXED ROUTE PUBLIC
TRANSPORTATION
WHEREAS, the City of Galesburg provides fixed route public transportation through grants from
the Federal and State governments; and
WHEREAS, Galesburg Township provides general assistance to residents who are going through
financial hardship; and
WHEREAS, the Public Transportation Advisory Commission has met and unanimously agreed
that this service is beneficial to the community and that the discount is justified.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
GALESBURG, KNOX COUNTY, ILLINOIS:
Section 1. The City of Galesburg will provide fixed route public transportation single passes and
punch passes to the Galesburg Township at a discounted rate of twenty-five percent.
Section 2. Galesburg Township will reimburse the City for said purchases through payment of
monthly invoicing received from the City of Galesburg when purchases are made.
PASSED:
APPROVED:
Approved this day of June , 2023, by a roll call vote as follows:
Roll Call #:
Ayes:
Nays: _
Absent:
Abstain:
Peter Schwartzman, Mayor
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ATTEST:
Kelli R. Bennewitz, City Clerk
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Connecting Galesburg Bus Pass Program Effective as of6/1/2023
Office of General Assistance
121 W. Tompkins Street, Galesburg, IL 61401
PH # 309-343-9059
The Connecting Galesburg Bus Pass Program is a brand new, needs -based program
offered by the Office of General Assistance to those in our community who have no
other means for transportation and lack resources to purchase bus passes.
Stop in at the Office of General Assistance, 121 W. Tompkins Street, Galesburg, IL during
office hours: Monday -Friday from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm.
General Assistance staff will do an intake, collect basic information, ask what the need is for
a bus pass, create a voucher to sign and then provide residents with up to four 10-punch bus
passes at a time. Residents are limited to a total of 3 months of passes or twelve 10-punch
passes per year. A limited amount of bus passes will be distributed per month and once they
are gone, will not be available again until the following month. The process for obtaining a
pass should take 15 minutes or less. This is a low -barrier program which means there are very
few requirements to participate. Some proof of ID is expected, but not required.
• Must reside in Knox County.
• You must come in person. A friend/family member cannot pick up for you.
• Your income will not disqualify you from participating in this program.
• Current General Assistance clients are not eligible for this program.
• This intake process will screen residents for potential eligibility for General Assistance.
If you qualify, you will be encouraged to apply for General Assistance.
0 Referrals to other agencies will be provided on an as -needed basis.
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CITY OF GALESBURG
COUNCIL LETTER
J U N E 19, 2023
AGENDA ITEM: 2023 Classification and Salary Schedule for Exempt employees.
SUMMARY RECOMMENDATION: The Acting City Manager and HR Manager recommend
amending the 2023 Classification and Salary Schedule to add the position of City Attorney and
remove the positions of Assistant Public Works Director, and Assistant City Manager/Director of
Public Works.
BACKGROUND: At the September 6, 2022, City Council meeting, City Council approved a contract
for interim legal services with Barash & Everett, LLC. The interim contract provided for monthly
payments of $8,333.33 with the ability for either party to discontinue representation with 30
days' written notice. Upon discontinuation of representation, the contract stipulates that all fees
will be prorated to the date on which representation concludes.
Barash and Everett, LLC submitted their written termination of interim legal representation, but
indicated they would continue to provide services to the City while recruitment efforts for legal
counsel are underway to ensure a smooth transition. To begin the recruitment process to fill the
position of City Attorney, it is recommended to add the position of City Attorney to the
classification and salary schedule at pay grade 32 EX, which is where the position was classified
when the prior City Attorney was hired in 2015. The City Attorney provides all day-to-day legal
services for the City of Galesburg. This includes, but is not limited to, defending the city's interest
in litigation, prosecuting ordinance violations, providing legal opinions, property transfers, and
drafting contracts, ordinances, and resolutions.
At the December 19, 2022 City Council meeting, the City Council approved a revised salary
schedule, which created the positions of Assistant Director of Public Works (32 EX) and Assistant
City Manager & Public Works Director (33 EX). The existing position of Public Works Director
remained on the salary schedule at its current placement of 33 EX. At the April 17, 2023 City
Council meeting, it was approved to move the position of Assistant City Manager/Director of
Public Works from range 33 EX to range 36 EX. At this time, it is recommended to move forward
with recruitment of a Public Works Director at the historical range of 33 EX. No changes are
needed to the salary schedule to accomplish this, as the Public Works Director position is on the
salary schedule. As fulfillment of the Public Works Director position eliminates the need to recruit
for the newly created Assistant Director of Public Works and Assistant City Manager/Public Works
Director, it is recommended to remove those positions from the salary schedule. The positions
have not been filled since their creation.
The Public Works Director and City Attorney positions will be included with all the other exempt
and non -represented positions in the compensation and classification study currently underway.
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If it is found any adjustment to the classification of the positions is recommended, those
recommendations would be brought forward at the conclusion of that study in synchrony with
any other proposed changes.
BUDGET IMPACT: There are sufficient funds budgeted for the positions of City Attorney and
Public Works Director. Removal of the Assistant Director of Public Works and Assistant City
Manager/Public Works Director will remove the obligation to budget for those positions in future
yea rs.
SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS:
1. 2023 Classification and Salary Schedule for Exempt employees
2. City Attorney Job Description
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6/19/2023
Exempt Salaried Personnel (EX)
Range
Step A
Step B
Step C
Step D
Step E
Step F
Step G
Step H
Step I
Step J
Step K
15EX
45,231.76
46,358.10
47,535.59
48,713.10
49,941.81
51,170.51
52,450.43
53,755.92
55,112.62
56,494.91
57,902.81
17EX
49,634.63
50,888.94
52,143.25
53,448.75
54,779.85
56,162.14
57,570.04
59,003.53
60,488.21
61,998.51
63,534.39
18 EX
52,015.25
53,320.76
54,651.86
56,008.55
57,416.43
58,849.93
60,309.04
61,819.31
63,355.20
64,942.27
66,580.57
19EX
54,549.46
55,931.78
57,314.04
58,747.55
60,232.24
61,716.93
63,278.41
64,839.89
66,478.16
68,142.03
69,831.52
20 EX
57,109.28
58,542.76
60,001.85
61,512.13
63,048.02
64,609.50
66,222.19
67,886.05
69,575.54
71,316.19
73,108.06
21 EX
59,925.07
61,409.74
62,945.62
64,532.72
66,145.37
67,783.67
69,498.73
71,213.80
73,005.68
74,823.12
76,691.78
22 EX
62,740.84
64,302.34
65,915.00
67,553.28
69,242.75
70,983.43
72,749.67
74,567.14
76,435.81
78,330.06
80,301.10
23 EX
65,761.43
67,399.70
69,089.15
70,804.23
72,570.49
74,387.97
76,256.62
78,150.88
80,121.92
82,118.56
84,166.42
24 EX
68,935.59
70,650.64
72,416.91
74,234.37
76,077.43
77,997.28
79,942.73
81,939.40
83,987.24
86,086.27
88,236.52
25 EX
72,382.37
74,183.17
76,037.76
77,946.09
79,881.30
81,897.14
83,939.87
86,036.37
88,186.60
90,390.58
92,648.35
26 EX
75,770.27
77,664.52
79,609.97
81,581.01
83,628.85
85,727.89
87,852.53
90,053.97
92,306.61
94,610.44
96,991.06
27 EX
79,558.78
81,529.81
83,577.66
85,676.70
87,801.34
90,002.77
92,255.41
94,559.22
96,914.26
99,346.10
101,829.09
28 EX
83,536.68
85,625.10
87,765.73
89,959.87
92,208.87
94,514.08
96,876.94
99,298.85
101,781.32
104,325.85
106,934.00
29 EX
87,371.29
89,557.37
91,779.30
94,072.87
96,438.12
98,839.23
101,312.00
103,820.61
106,436.73
109,088.68
111,812.32
31 EX
96,069.52
98,475.74
100,933.15
103,441.77
106,052.75
108,689.36
111,402.76
114,192.94
117,059.92
119,978.11
122,973.07
32 EX
100,933.13
103,441.77
106,052.75
108,689.36
111,402.76
114,192.94
117,059.92
119,978.11
122,973.07
126,047.41
129,198.61
33 EX
105,979.79
108,613.87
111,355.40
114,123.83
116,972.90
119,902.60
122,912.93
125,977.01
129,121.73
132,349.78
135,658.53
Pay Ranges and Classification Titles
Range
Title
15 EX
Deputy City Clerk
18 EX
StaffAccountant
Recreation Supervisor
General Inspector
20 EX
Golf Professional
Purchasing Agent
Associate Planner
9-1-1 Coordinator
22 EX
Garage Superintendent
Junior Systems Adminstrator
PSB Junior Systems Administrator
Transit Operations Supervisor
23 EX
GIS Analyst
Project Manager I
Pay Ranges and Classification Titles
Range
ITitle
Administrative Services Manager
Benefits & Risk Manager
24 EX
Code Compliance Supervisor
Housing Program Coordinator
Human Resource Manager
Park Superintendent
Assistant Finance Director
IT Manager
26 EX
Project Manager II
Senior Systems Administrator
Transit Manager
27 EX
Water Superintendent
29 EX
Director of Parks and Recreation
City Engineer
31 EX
Director of Community Development
Director of Finance & Information Systems
32 EX
CityAttorney
33 EX
I Director of Public Works
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CITY OF
GALESBUR.G
DATE: May 2023
POSITION TITLE: City Attorney
DEPARTMENT: Administration
REPORTS TO: City Manager
SALARY RANGE: 32 EX
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
Serves asthe primary legal specialist forthe city by providing professional legal work under the direction
of the City Manager and in support of policies set by the city council; provides comprehensive verbal and
written advice to the mayor, city manager, department heads, city council, various committees and other
public officials upon request; drafts proposed city ordinances; reviews and follows up on council action
at bi-monthly meetings; prepares legal and confidential documents; defends the city in a myriad of issues;
prosecutes violations of city code or ordinances; and responsible for the overall performance of the law
department.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Ensure that all city operations are in compliance with local, state and federal regulations and laws, and in
conformance with acceptable standards and practices.
Prepare legal and highly confidential information. Develop, analyze and provide appropriate factual and
policy background information.
Defend the city in general liability, public official liability, policy liability actions and from equal employment
opportunity claims.
Develop annual budget based on anticipated needs and administer assigned budget for law.
Represent the city as plaintiff in collections, small claims, judgments and tax foreclosures; prepare
contract, bond and other documents.
Provide advice to the city manager on policy issues and pending litigation.
Represent the City in union grievance and arbitration hearings as needed, and advises on other personnel
matters in coordination with the human resources manager.
Serves on negotiation team for collective bargaining agreements.
Provide assistance to the city manager on special projects as assigned.
This description is intended to indicate the kinds of tasks and levels of difficulty that will be required of this position and shall not be construed as
declaring what the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position shall be. It is not intended to limit or in any way modify the right
of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under his/her supervision. The use of a particular expression or illustration
describing the duties shall not be held to exclude other duties not mentioned that are of similar kind or level of difficulty.
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Attend all regular and special meetings of the city council and acts as parliamentarian.
Prosecute ordinance violators and represents the city as complainant in administrative hearings.
Examine all assessment and tax lists and represent the city in all special assessment proceedings. Respond
orally and/or in writing to requests for legal advice.
Monitor and supervise the investigation, review and enforcement of city technical codes.
Ex-officio member of the Community Relations Commission.
Other duties as may be assigned.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Graduation from a law school of recognized standing and extensive experience as a practicing
attorney in general law; workexperience in municipal law desired; or any equivalent combination of training
and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities to successfully perform the
duties of the position.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Extensive knowledge of local, state and federal law and court decisions including those which affect
municipalities; principles, methods, materials, practices and references utilized in legal research;
principles of criminal laws and the methods and practices of drafting complaints; general municipal laws,
including but not limited to, urban planning, employment law, labor law, municipal code enforcement,
worker's compensation and risk management, etc.; and knowledge and education which enables the
candidate to perform as required.
Excellent skill in public, employee and labor relations and in maintaining effective working relationships;
making public presentations to a variety of community organizations; written and oral communications;
completing accurate financial and operational information reports, specifically budgeting and financial
reporting; contract administration; and operating Microsoft Office software programs.
Ability to maintain absolute confidentiality of the materials and situations encountered on the job; read,
analyze and interpret complex documents such as policies, regulations, instructions, procedure manuals,
diagrams, schedules and labor agreements; effectively present information and respond to questions
from managers, employees, elected officials, other attorneys and the general public; participate in labor
contract negotiations; analyze, appraise and organize facts, evidence and precedence to ascertain the
determining aspects of cases and to present such material in a clear and logical form; determine
alternative courses of action and the impacts of such courses of action and direct and indirect results
expected in such choices; present and argue cases in court and to handle unanticipated problems
smoothly; work and produce under pressure and in compliance with all appropriate deadlines; self start
and work without constant supervision while exercising independent judgment; and manage and
supervise various other employees in a trade or profession.
This description is intended to indicate the kinds of tasks and levels of difficulty that will be required of this position and shall not be construed as
declaring what the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position shall be. It is not intended to limit or in any way modify the right
of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under his/her supervision. The use of a particular expression or illustration
describing the duties shall not be held to exclude other duties not mentioned that are of similar kind or level of difficulty.
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LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS
Valid Illinois driver's license or equivalent.
License to practice law in the State of Illinois and ability to maintain same.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to
successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to
enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit and talk or hear. The
employee is occasionally required to stand, walk and lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision
abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work
environment is usually quiet.
This description is intended to indicate the kinds of tasks and levels of difficulty that will be required of this position and shall not be construed as
declaring what the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position shall be. It is not intended to limit or in any way modify the right
of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under his/her supervision. The use of a particular expression or illustration
describing the duties shall not be held to exclude other duties not mentioned that are of similar kind or level of difficulty.
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COUNCIL LETTER
CITY OF GALESBURG
J U N E 19, 2023
AGENDA ITEM: Urban Agriculture grant for Greenlords Pharms LLC
SUMMARY RECOMMENDATION: City staff have reviewed the submitted request and recommend
approval of the $25,000 Urban Agriculture Grant.
BACKGROUND: Council approved the creation of the Urban Agriculture Grant program at the
February 21, 2022 meeting. The program was created to determine the viability of Urban Agriculture
in the City.
Demarkius Medley of Greenlords Pharms applied for the grant.
The proposed project includes the growing of various leafy greens, tomatoes, herbs, and fruits and
berries with the use of hydroponic and aquaponic gardening methods. The company will target
various retail grocery store outlets to distribute the product.
The grant funds will be utilized for startup costs such as advertising, crops, and equipment. Once the
grant funds are depleted the owner plans to use the proceeds from sales to sustain the business.
If approved the owner anticipates beginning work as soon as possible.
BUDGET IMPACT: If approved the Urban Agriculture grant will be paid from the Planning Fund (054).
$12,500 will be paid upfront in 2023, with the remaining $12,500 being paid out in reimbursements
in 2024.
SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS:
1. Aerial map
2. Submitted grant application.
3. Grant Agreement
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BUSINESS PLAN
Prepared By
Demarkius Medley
Founder, CEO
GREENLORDS Pharms LLC.
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Business Plan Table of Contents
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY Page 1
Industry Overview 8
Company Overview 28
Current Products & Services 39
Planned Expanded Products & Services 45
1326 and Direct -to -Consumer Target Marketing 55
Marketing Strategy 69
Management Team & Staffing Plan 74
SWOT Analysis 78
FINANCIAL PROJECTIONS 80
Volume Projections 81
Product Pricing 84
Revenue Projections 87
Net Income, Profit/(Loss) 92
Operating Expenses 94
Break -Even Analysis 101
Pro Forma Cash Flow: 2023-2027 107
Notes & Assumptions 110
Contact 114
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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY Page 2
The Global Hydroponics Market reached a milestone in 2016, surpassing $21-billion in sales.
The market is expected to register a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 6.5% from
2018 to 2023.
Soil -less farming, which includes indoor farming, vertical farming, hydroponics and C.E.A.
(Controlled Environment Agriculture) — is the "IT" industry and has seen continuous,
explosive growth and acceptance into mainstream agriculture. Key consumer contributions
to growth evolved from a shift towards healthy eating and living, changing weather
patterns, and an increasing acceptance of alternative farming methods.
The last three quarters of a decade has brought a tremendous amount of technological
growth to the science, advancing not only commercial hydroponic growing systems but also
developing systems which are easy to use and manage by small-scale operations.
Europe is traditionally the largest market that is implementing advanced techniques in
hydroponics, and the Asia -Pacific market region, which forms the second largest market for
hydroponics, is expected to continue to grow at a steady pace.
In the U.S., as consumers increasingly buy locally sourced and grown produce, revenue is
expected to grow, supported by rising vegetable prices. Extreme weather conditions also
play a major role in revenue. When crops are damaged, due to weather produced by fresh
field farmers, grocery stores and farmers' markets quickly turn to hydroponic farmers to
meet their ongoing demand.
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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
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Hemp and hemp CBD are federally legal following the signing of the 2018 Farm Bill.
Still relatively new to the mainstream, cannabidiol, more commonly known as CBD, is
becoming a household name. The purported therapeutic and health benefits of CBD, one
of many compounds found in cannabis and hemp plants, has created a buzz. CBD oil has
entered the marketplace in the form of tinctures, infused edibles, topicals and more. the
growth of CBD oil products has been so immense, in fact, that industry analytics predicts
the U.S. CDB market will reach $20 billion in sales by 2024.
The potential of the CBD industry has prompted many people to explore how they can
launch a CBD business. The industry is not without its challenges, though, especially
surrounding the evolving legal landscape, but the opportunity is significant
In 2018 he international CBD markets had set for a big year. With the passage of the
Cannabis Act, Canada opened the CBD flower market and the the world's largest legal
cannabis companies (Canadian LPs) acquired hemp companies to secure supply chains and
processing equipment in preparation for these legislative changes. Canopy Growth
acquired Mettrum and Green Hemp Industries. Aphria and Aurora also made strategic
hemp acquisitions
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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY Page 4
Now, hydroponic, aquaponic, and aeroponic farms — which grow produce in nutrient -rich
solutions without soil and most often indoors — are booming. And many businesses have
been granted the "organic" label for their products.
In a recent 2017 survey conducted by Agrilyst, an agronomist platform for indoor farmers,
hydroponic operations reported a minimum of $6.67 per square foot to $42.86 per square
foot, averaging at around $21.15 per square foot. Aquaponic operations, on the other
hand, reported more than double the revenue per square foot. Similarly, for facility types,
indoor vertical farming operations reported double that of greenhouse revenue.
Founded in 2023 by the father/son team of Demarkius Medley SR. and Demarkius Medley
JR, GREENLORDS Pharms. is a small business with big plans, big ideas, and an even bigger
and brighter business future. Located in the small city of Galesburg, Illinois, Greenlords is
involved in an industry that few like them have the audacity to pursue: hydroponic and
aquaponic gardening. What makes them unique and audacious is that the youngest of the
team is only 19 and the oldest is only 37 and they are all African American men.
Demarkius Medley Sr purchased outright and own the 4-acres of land where Greenlords
Farm is located.
Person -by -person, one day at a time, the Medley family have now enlightened the
community to what hydroponic and aquaponics gardening is — and most importantly, the
marvelous benefits it provides by educating people about its health and economic benefits
and making fresh, healthy produce accessible and available to all. Especially for
lower -income people and urban dwellers.
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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY Page 5
GREENLORDS FARM is located at 1367 Monmouth Boulevard, Galesburg, Illinois, on a
current lot size of 4 Acres. The location is easily accessible for shipping and distribution and
ideal to establish the Greenlords brand as a model urban farm. Plus, locals and visitors will
be able to find it with no problem.
The Galesburg -based farming company produces:
• Leafy Greens
• Tomatoes
• Berries and Fruits
• Herbs (Industrial Hemp)
GREENLORDS will utilize best -in -class fish and nutrient -based aquaponic farming
techniques. By doing so, the company conservatively projects annual crop yields of over
20,000 heads of leafy greens alone in 2024 to over 200,000 heads by end -of -year 2028.
From 2024-2027 (Phase One) - the company will target retail Grocery Stores and
distributors serving areas located as far North as Chicago IL, as far west as Des Moines IA, as
far South as Springfield IL, and as far East as Indianapolis IN.
From 2027 and onward (Phase Two), the company will expand its wholesale/retail fresh
produce marketing plan to achieve distribution in as far North as Milwaukee WI, as far west
as Kansas City MO/KS, as far South as Lexington KY, and as far East as Columbus OH.
Branding efforts will include the development of pre -packaged leafy green salad greens
blends to service grocery stores, convenience stores, cafeterias and food service
distributors under store brands — and under the Greenlords label — USDA Certified Organic!
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As well, the company will proactively and aggressively pursue 13213 food service targets,
including (but not limited to): Hotels and Restaurants - Four -Star, Farm -to -Table, Vegetarian
and Ethnic. In addition, food service/B2B targets will include Corporate, Government and
Institutional Employee Cafeterias that support healthy eating choices.
GREENLORDS will also proactively seek strategic partnerships with companies in the
subscription food box service category that focus on providing their consumers with fresh
produce. Such as Fresh Box, Blue Apron, Home Chef and more.
Likewise, GREENLORDS will develop its very own online/Ecommerce "FRESH BOX" offering
to leverage the current consumer popularity and preference for eating fresh, eating organic
and at-home meal preparation.
In addition, the company will develop a Community/CSR program where members of
Galesburg IL and surrounding areas will be able to purchase membership "shares" at a deep
discount and be able to come to Greenlords Farm to pick their own vegetables and/or
receive pre-sorted selections of leafy greens, tomatoes, fruits and berries, and herbs.
GREENLORDS will make its facilities accessible to the USDA, farm extensions and public
school classes for study, experimentation and innovation.
The overarching benefit of taking a multi -tiered strategic marketing approach will result in
the company having five revenue streams:
• Wholesale • B2B Food Service • On -Premise Sales
• Community/CSR • Ecommerce
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Combined revenue from all revenue streams is projected as follows:
2023: $90,000
2024: 565,973
2025: 786,865
2026: 1,499,234
2027: 3,009,908
As a result, the company is seeking funding from the City of Galesburg in the following
amounts
to implement and execute this Business Plan:
Minority Business Startup Assistance Program Grant: $10,000 (hemp processing business)
Urban Ag Pilot Program: $25,000
Investor Capital $150,000
In addition to funding by the City of Galesburg and the $150,000 from investors, the
company will pursue additional funding for strategic marketing efforts to develop the
Greenlords brand and maximize efforts in the Ecommerce space.
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INDUSTRY OVERVIEW
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Industry Overview Page 9
History of Hydroponic Farming
While it may seem like a fairly new technology to consumers and non -farmers, growing plants
hydroponically is actually an ancient system dating back to the hanging gardens of Babylonian
and Aztec cultures. Used intermittently through the ages, the technique of growing plants in
soil -less environments was perfected in the 1940's. The last three quarters of a decade has
brought a tremendous amount of technological growth to the science, advancing not only
commercial hydroponic growing systems but also developing systems which are easy to use and
manage by home growers or small-scale operations.
Hydroponics is a method of growing plants using mineral nutrient solutions in water, without
soil. Operators in this industry generally grow food crops under glass or protective cover.
Now, hydroponic, aquaponic, and aeroponic farms — which grow produce in nutrient -rich
solutions without soil, often indoors — are booming. And many businesses have been granted
the "organic" label for their products.
Hydroponic, Aquaponic and Aeroponic Farming
The indoor farming industry in the United States has been predominantly dominated by
greenhouse crop production in the past. Tomato production is a staple greenhouse crop because
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growers can produce the crop more efficiently indoors. Now, due to decreases in technology
costs (LEDs in particular) and an increase in local demand for food, the farming industry is seeing
an increase in alternate growing systems, particularly fully enclosed vertical systems.
Soil -less farming, indoor farming, vertical farming, hydroponics or C.E.A. (Controlled
Environment Agriculture) — is the "IT" industry and has seen continuous, explosive growth and
acceptance into mainstream agriculture. Key consumer contributions to growth evolved from a
shift towards healthy eating and living, changing weather patterns, and an increasing acceptance
of alternative farming methods.
Market Size
The Global Hydroponics Market stood at a value of around USD 10.2 billion 2020. The market is
further expected to grow at a CAGR of 11.30% in the forecast period of 2023-2028 to attain a
value of around USD 19.50 billion by 2026. Europe is traditionally the largest market that is
implementing advanced techniques in hydroponics, and the Asia -Pacific market region, which
forms the second largest market for hydroponics, is expected to continue to grow at a steady
pace.
In the U.S., as consumers increasingly buy locally grown produce, revenue is expected to grow,
supported by rising vegetable prices. Extreme weather conditions also play a major role in
revenue. When crops are damaged, due to weather produced by fresh field farmers, grocery
stores and farmers' markets quickly turn to hydroponic farmers to meet their ongoing demand.
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Industry Overview
Revenue Generation
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In a recent 2017 survey conducted by Agrilyst, an agronomist platform for indoor farmers,
hydroponic operations reported a minimum of $6.67 per square foot to $42.86 per square foot,
averaging at around $21.15 per square foot. Aquaponic operations, on the other hand, reported
more than double the revenue per square foot. Similarly, for facility types, indoor vertical
farming operations reported double that of greenhouse revenue.
Crop Types
By crop type, the global hydroponics market includes products, such as tomato, cucurbits
(cucumbers, pumpkins, squash, watermelons), lettuce & leafy vegetables, peppers, and other
food crops. Tomato forms the largest market segment and it will account for more than 30% of
the share of the global market in 2023.
Industry Products
• Tomatoes • Peppers
• Lettuce • Strawberries
• Fresh herbs • Other food crops
• Cucumbers
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Industry
Industry Activities
• Hydroponic greenhouse tomato farming
• Hydroponic greenhouse cucumber farming
• Hydroponic greenhouse bell pepper farming
• Other hydroponic greenhouse vegetable farming
• Hydroponic greenhouse fruit production
U.S. Farming Locations
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As hydroponic growing operations are less susceptible to weather conditions, the industry's
business locations vary significantly from the broader Vegetable Farming industry. Nevertheless,
large-scale commercial hydroponic production still tends to be concentrated in temperate
climates with year-round sunshine, enabling for the best quality and highest profit margins. As a
result, large producers are predominantly located in Pennsylvania (8.3% of establishments),
California (5.5%), New York (4.9%), Vermont (4.4%) and Wisconsin (3.9%) which make up about
one half of this industry's revenue, while comprising about one-third of the farms. Hydroponic
farms in the remaining states are typically very small and owner operated.
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Profitability
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The most profitable non -soil -based operations rely on indoor deep water culture (DWC) —
hydroponics and aquaponics, followed by greenhouse operations.
Tomatoes, microgreens, and flowers are most profitable because microgreens have extremely
high revenue per pound, and flower and tomato producers have lower operating costs.
Benefits & Advantages of Hydroponic & Aquaponic Indoor Agriculture
One of the main advantages of indoor agriculture is its higher yield compared with conventional,
soil -based farming. Enclosing facilities create:
• Ideal growing environments
• Farmers can grow a crop from seed to harvest in less time
• Realize higher yields in each cycle
• And, repeat the harvest more times in a given year.
The average yield of conventionally grown tomatoes in 2022 was 805 cwt per acre, or 1.85
pounds per square foot, according to USDA data. Greenhouse hydroponic tomato growers on
the other hand, reported an average yield of 10.59 pounds per square foot.
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Similarly, the average yield of conventionally grown head, leaf, and romaine lettuce is 0.69
pounds per square foot, compared with 8.71 pounds per square foot for leafy greens grown
using hydroponic systems in a greenhouse.
Indoor vertical growers report yields of 5.45 pounds per square foot for leafy greens. Container
farms report the lowest yields at 3.75 pounds per square foot for leafy greens. Indoor vertical
farms can increase their overall yield by stacking additional layers and increasing their growing
area as a percentage of available square footage.
Operating Costs
The most profitable operation is leafy greens grown hydroponically in a greenhouse. They
average at a 46% profit margin, with average revenues at about $20 per square foot. Growing
leafy greens hydroponically in a greenhouse also has one of the lowest operational costs per
square foot, at $20 per square foot. This nets a grower $17 per square foot in profit. For an acre
facility, that amounts to about $750,000 in profit.
According to data authored by Agrilyst for hydroponic operations, the largest single contributor
to cost is labor, averaging 49% across both small and large farms. Cost inputs include: seeds,
nutrients, and grow media. Shipping costs account for 2% of overall costs, and the remaining
38% of costs include: rent, packaging, energy, and miscellaneous costs.
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For aquaponic operations, the cost of labor increases pretty significantly to 79%. The cost of
inputs reduces slightly to about 6%, shipping stays low at 4%, and the other costs decrease
proportionally.
Industry Trends
Growing Consumer Adoption of Organic Produce, Healthy Eating, Healthy Lifestyles
The rise in consumer adoption of eating healthy and eating organic is fueling growth. Consumers
are recognizing and committing themselves to leading healthier lifestyles. What they eat is key
to how they view themselves as demonstrating their commitment. As a result, consumers are
opting for organically grown vegetables for home consumption, being label -conscious about
what they consume, and incorporating more fresh foods into their daily diets. In terms of
out -of -home dining, restaurants are rallying to consumer demands. Many are branding
themselves as providing "farm -to -table" vegetables on their menus and celebrating that they
source vegetables locally. Even corporations are in on the trend, providing fresh, organic and
locally sourced vegetables in office lunchrooms and serving up menu ideas to employees via
company newsletters and social media. And insurance companies are getting in on the trend by
offering the same via online content on their websites.
Federal Agency Adoption of Hydroponics and Aquaponics
In 2017, The National Organic Standards Board (NOSB), an advisory committee to the US
Department of Agriculture, voted to allow some crops grown using hydroponic and aquaponic
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systems to have organic labels. The NOSB decision created an organics standard for non -soil
farming, which did not exist previously.
Technology & Trends
Automation tops the list of technologies that hydroponic and aquaponic growers are most
excited about. Second to automation is HVAC (heating, venting, and air conditioning) equipment.
Third is a desire among growers to incorporate data analytics, LEDs, and sensors into their
farming systems.
As more and more consumers subscribe to healthy eating and living healthy lifestyles, consumer
interest in at-home and in -home growing systems and kits for hydroponic and aquaponic
gardening is a trend that's rising in adoption and usage. Start-up companies are manufacturing
systems that people with little -to -no gardening experience can easily set-up and get to growing
straight out of the box. Some systems are small enough to sit on a kitchen window sill. Most use
LED lighting. And some are designed to look like a piece of furniture. Many use vertical gardening
structures to save space.
The growth in states who have made marijuana legal to use for medical or recreational purposes
is also contributing to the rise in hydroponic gardening as many growers rely on indoor systems
to control temperatures, pests and to grow crops year-round.
Last, but certainly not least, is the overarching social responsibility trend that hydroponic and
aquaponic gardening is driving: eradication of urban food deserts. Companies such as Greenlords
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Pharms LLC are providing a much -needed community service by making fresh, healthy produce
available for people who live in urban areas and do not have access to grocery stores nearby.
Hydroponics and aquaponics will play a vital role in making sure that urban citizens have
sustainable access to fresh produce by making them indoor urban gardeners so they can live and
eat healthy — right from the comfort of their apartments and homes!
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Overview of Farming Systems
Hydroponics Glass or Poly Greenhouse
Plants are grown in water as opposed t , Transparent, enclosed structure made of
to soil. glass or polycarbonate.
Aeroponics Indoor Vertical Farm
Plant roots are suspended in the air Fully enclosed and opaque room with a
and misted with nutrient solution. vertical growing system (hydroponic,
aeroponic, and/or aquaponic). Artificial
Aquaponics lights are used.
Plants are grown in water that has
been used to cultivate aquatic Low -tech Plastic Hoop House
organisms (typically fish). Semi -circular, tunnel -shaped structure
made of steel and polythene.
Soil -based
Plants are grown in soil. Container Farm
Standardized, self-contained growing unit
Hybrid (Aquaponics, that employs vertical farming systems and
artificial lighting.
Hydroponics, Aeroponics)
Plants are grown in multiple systems Indoor DWC
in one facility.
Fully enclosed and opaque room with a
non -vertical growing system where plants
are grown in a deep -water culture system.
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Farming Facilities and Systems By U.S. Region
Glass or Poly Greenhouse
Indoor Vertical Farm 1
Low -Tech Plastic Mouse
Glass or Poly Greenhouse
Indoor Vertical Farm
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Glass or Poly Greenhouse
Indoor Vertical Farm 16
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Main Crop Type
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Tomatoes - -
Source: Agrilyst Survey Respondents, 2017.
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erbs
Microgreens
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Crop Yields by Type Farming System
(In Pounds Per Square Foot)
Vertical Hydroponic
0 Leafy Greens
0 Tomatoes
Source: Agrilyst Survey Respondents, 2017.
Container Farm
Hydroponic
" Herbs
Greenhouse
Hydroponic
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Average Revenue Per Square Foot
by Type Farming System
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Indoor Vertical Farms $2.13
$100
$20.06 Avg
Glass or Poly $1.00 _
Greenhouse
Source: Agrilyst Survey Respondents, 2017.
$50.91
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Profitability by crop type as reported by percent of Agrilyst survey respondents
who operate profitable farms and unprofitable farms.
Source: Agrilyst Survey Respondents, 2017.
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Profitability by crop type as reported by percent of Agrilyst survey respondents
who operate profitable farms and unprofitable farms.
Source: Agrilyst Survey Respondents, 2017.
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Average Revenue, Operating Expenses and Profits
among Profitable Farms
(by type farming system used, in dollars per square foot)
Indoor Vertical & Indoor DWC Glass/Poly Greenhouse
$51.98
Avg Avg Avg Profit
Revenue Operating
Exp
Source: Agrilyst Survey Respondents, 2017.
Avg Avg Avg Profit
Revenue Operating
Exp
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Average Revenue, Operating Expenses and Profits
among Profitable Farms for Leafy Green Crops
(by type farming system used, in dollars per square foot)
Glass/Poly Greenhouse, Leafy Greens Across
Hydroponic, Leafy Greens Different Growing Systems
$37
Avg Avg Avg Profit
Revenue Operating
Exp
Source: Agrilyst Survey Respondents, 2017.
Avg Avg Avg Profit
Revenue Operating
Exp
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Average Reported Percent Profit Margin
By Type Crop among Profitable Farms
Leafy Greens ..
Source: Agrilyst Survey Respondents, 2017.
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COMPANY OVERVIEW
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Founded in 2023 by the Father/Son team of Demarkius Medley Sr and Demarkius Medley Jr,
GREENLORDS Pharms. is a small business with big plans, big ideas, and an even bigger and
brighter business future. Located in the small city of Galesburg, Illinois, Greenlords is involved in
an industry that few like them have the audacity to pursue: hydroponic and aquaponic
gardening. What makes them unique and audacious is that the youngest of the team is only 19
and the oldest is only 37 and they are all African American men. You can count on one hand and
still have fingers left over to find African American men who are involved in hydroponic and
aquaponics gardening in the United States. Few even understand what either of those two terms
actually mean.
But the Greenlords team members do. The father son duo has worked steadfastly and
purposefully in creating a positive impact on the Galesburg community. Person -by -person, one
day at a time, they have now enlightened the community to what hydroponic and aquaponics
gardening is — and most importantly, the marvelous benefits it provides by educating people
about its health and economic benefits and making fresh, healthy produce accessible and
available to all. Especially for lower -income people and urban dwellers.
The Galesburg -based company produces:
• leafy Greens
• Tomatoes
• Berries and Fruits
• Herbs
• Industrial Hemp
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Why Aquaponics?
Aquaponics refers to any system that combines conventional aquaculture (raising aquatic
animals such as snails, fish, crayfish or prawns in tanks) with hydroponics (cultivating plants in
water) in a symbiotic environment.
Why Hydroponics?
Hydroponics uses only water and chemical nutrients to cultivate plants, without the necessity of
soil. It's not only the main production method of much of the greenhouse tomato, basil and
lettuce grown in North America, but it's also popular among marijuana growers.
Key Business Benefits of Aquaponic and Hydroponic Farming ...
• Cost Of Chemical Nutrients — In a hydroponics system, chemical nutrients used to feed
plants are expensive and costs are gradually rising due to over -mining and scarcity. In an
aquaponics system, fish feed is used instead which is not only cheaper, but will provide you with
bigger as well as support for plants.
• Retained Nutrient Solution — During certain periods, water in hydroponic systems needs
to be unloaded because of the build-up of salts and chemicals to the point where levels become
toxic to plants. Where the wastewater is disposed of needs to be carefully considered, but in a
aquaponic system, there's a natural balance of nitrogen and water is never replaced, only
topped up due to evaporation.
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• Productivity — It has been shown in several studies and research that once the aquaponic
biofilter is fully established (after a period of 6 months), an aquaponic gardener will
generally see quicker and more efficient results in terms of plant growth compared to
hydroponics.
• Ease Of Maintenance — An aquaponic system is much easier to maintain since there's no
need to check the electrical conductivity once everyday as you would have to in a hydroponic
system. The natural ecosystem in aquaponics means that elements have a tendency to
balance each other out, and you would only need to check pH and ammonia levels once a
week, and nitrate levels once a month.
• Organic Growth — Hydroponics is made up of a sterile man-made environment while
aquaponics is a replication of a natural ecosystem, thus making it completely organic.
Hydroponic systems use costly nutrients made up of a mixture of chemicals and salts to feed
plants, but in an aquaponic system, plant food is made from the conversion of solid fish waste
by bacteria and composting worms. This natural process results in better plant growth and
lower disease rates.
And by using hydroponic and aquaponics gardening — GREENLORDS will be able to provide
fresh produce year-round!
No longer will Galesburg residents have to settle for less -than -the -best in fresh produce. No
longer will residents have to consume canned produce that has sat on the shelf of a convenience
store for who knows how many months. Thanks to Greenlords — they will eat healthy. They will
eat fresh.
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They will be able to taste and see and even smell the difference between a tomato from the
grocery store, versus one grown by Greenlords. They may even see the pounds melting away
once they have attended a class at Greenlords and converted from a high -fat, high -starch diet to
one where their plates are balanced with the colors and nutrients of fresh produce, instead of
one that's loaded with sugar and everything on the plate is a variation of the color brown.
Greenlords is changing lives. Greenlords is transforming minds.
Greenlords. An on -trend, profit, give -back, sustainability-focused business.
Think about successful businesses who have leveraged profitability with corporate social
responsibility by capitalizing on growth -oriented consumer trends and most importantly —
consumer mindsets. One great example is the personal care products company, Tom's of Maine,
started by a husband and wife team of Tom and Kate Chappell with a loan from a friend for
$5,000. Like Greenlords, they made an early commitment to give back by donating 10% of their
profits to nonprofit organizations. It worked. So much so that in 2006 multinational
conglomerate Colgate Palmolive purchased a 85% stake in Tom's of Maine for a reported
$100-million dollars.
While Greenlords may not achieve that level of success — the founders are 150% committed to
become a major player in the hydroponics and aquaponics marketplace and to establish a fresh
produce brand and in -home gardening product line that is loved and preferred, almost beyond
reason - in Galesburg, the State of Illinois and throughout the Midwestern States of the United
States. That's the kind of future that the Medley's see for Greenlords Pharms. One where
everybody wins — from the founders to investors, to grocery, restaurant and 13213 clients and to
the consumers and communities they serve.
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FARM LOCATION
& FACILITIES
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Company Location
GREENLORDS FARM is located at
1367 Monmouth Boulevard,
Galesburg, Illinois.
Current Lot Size: 4 Acres
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urban farm. Plus, locals and
visitors will be able to find it
with no problem.
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Farm Location & Facilities
GREENLORDS will use best -in -class fish and
nutrient -based aquaponic farming techniques.
GREENLORDS will make its facilities accessible to
the USDA, farm extensions and public school
classes for study, experimentation and innovation.
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GREENLORDS projects annual crop yield
growth of 20,400 heads of leafy greens in
2024 to 214,245 heads by end -of -year 2028.
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Crops will also include fresh herbs to supply the
growing consumer adoption of organic eating
and farm -to -table ingredients used by restaurants
and hotels.
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Administrative Office, Welcome Center & Fresh Produce Distribution
Farm Tours, Classes About
Aquaponic & Hydroponic Farming
Visitors and locals pick
up a weekly Greenlords
Fresh Box!
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Illinois -Grown fresh produce shipped
direct to stores, hotels, restaurants
and more throughout the Midwest!
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Farm Location & Facilities
Key Benefits & Advantages of Yurt Office
& Visitors Welcome Center Structure
• Environmentally friendly
• Efficiency (A yurt is warm in the winter and
cool in the summer, thanks to its wall structure,
insulation and coverings
• Environmentally compatible (the rounded
shape of the yurt blends into natural
surroundings)
• User flexibility (The openness of the interior
allows for its many uses as well)
• Aesthetics and conditions of a yurt (often
attributed to healing, as well as creative, warm
and welcoming place, communal, spiritual and
inviting.
• Unique, Highly Identifiable structure that
will assist in branding Greenlords as an iconic
Galesburg -based urban farming enterprise.
Proposed Architectural Plan
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DISTRIBUTION CHANNELS
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• GROCERY STORES
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• FOOD BOX COMPANIES
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• CAFETERIAS: GOVERNMENT,
CORPORATE
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MIXED SALADS
GREENLORDS PREPACKAGED
MIXED SALADS
LOAN REPAYMENT(S), DEBT RETIREMENT
REINVESTMENT IN GREENLORDS CROPS, TECHNOLOGY,
RESEARCH, EXPANDED PRODUCE AND PRODUCT OFFERINGS,
ADVERTISING & MARKETING
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CURRENT PRODUCTS
�& SERVICES
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Products & Services Page 40
GREENLORDS will provide fresh produce in the following four categories:
Leafy Greens
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Fruits
Fresh Produce
Herbs
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Products & Services: Leafy Greens
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So fresh — you can even smell
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Kale and Chard
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Curly Green
Spring Green Onions
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Products & Services: Fresh Vegetables & Produce
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Peppers, Squash, Cucumbers and Eggplant — a// grown at hydroponic and aquoponic forms!
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Products & Services: Fruits
The berry best ...
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Products & Services: Herbs
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Herbs that add savory flavor,
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PLANNED EXPANDED
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Branded Prepackaged Mixed Greens Salads & Kits
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Salads and Produce,
USDA Certified Organic!
Greenlords will produce salad greens and
blends for grocery stores, convenience
stores, cafeterias and food service
distributors under store brands — and under
the Greenlords label!
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Expanded & Future Products & Services
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Greenlords branded At-Home/Indoor Hydroponic Gardening Kits
and Appliances to make the availability of fresh tomatoes and herbs as
accessible as your kitchen table, counter -tops or window sill!
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Expanded & Future Products & Services
Greenlords branded In -Home Hydroponic Growing Systems
Complete with LED lighting, starter seeds and easy -to -follow instructions,
with designs that blend in well and integrate with interior living spaces!
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Expanded & Future Products & Services
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Greenlords branded Pre -Packaged Smoothie Boost Blends
Packaged herb blends, straight from Greenlords Farms to add to smoothies to
boost and increase nutrients. Can be used for blends made at home — and to add
to purchased smoothies.
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Expanded & Future Products & Services
Greenlords Branded
Herbal Teas
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Expanded & Future Products & Services
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Greenlords Bottled Sauces & Marinades
Blended and bottled at Greenlords Farms to provide fresh, savory flavor to
poultry, meat and pasta dishes!
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Chicken Rice Oven, Oven,
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For Grilling,
Oven,
Stove -Top
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Expanded & Future Products & Services
Greenlords Spice Blends
Bottled from fresh herbs grown
at Greenlords Farms to provide
a higher level of freshness and
flavor to perfectly accentuate all
meals prepared and cooked at
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Expanded & Future Products & Services
Greenlords HOT Sauces!
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Greenlords Gear
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Greenlords will produce products to use for sales promotions and to
sell online and in the Greenlords Farm Gift Shop!
Recyclable Shopping
& Tote Bags
Mugs
and Beverage
Cups
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TARGET MARKETING
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Consumer Targets: Demographics
DEMOGRAPHIC PROFILE
• Women, Men
• Ages 20+
• Single or Married with Children
• Household Income (HHI)
$40,000+
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• Some College+
• Managerial Position+
• Renter, Homeowner
• Urban Resident
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Consumer Targets: Psychographic Profile
Health Conscious. Strives Ingredients conscious,
to eat balanced diet. reads labels. Might
Exercises have restricted diet,
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Does not mind paying a
premium for freshness.
Intrigued by new trends,
has heard of hydroponics.
Interested in how to
incorporate into lifestyle,
DIY choices.
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and as far East as Columbus OH.
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Fresh Produce Distributor Targets
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GREENLORDS recognizes that produce distributors play an all-important
role in gaining product distribution with targeted retailers. As a result,
the company will proactively pursue distributors that have established
relationships with grocery store chains, restaurants and food service
suppliers in the Midwest.
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Retail Targets Phase One: Local Grocery Stores
GREENLORDS will target established and popular grocery store
chains within a 200-mile radius of its Galesburg operation for sales
of its produce products.
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GREENLORDS will proactively pursue wholesale distribution of its produce
products with grocers who position their stores as providing "fresh" and farmer's
market -style offerings, in stores as far North as Milwaukee Wl, as far west as
Kansas City, as far South as Saint Louis MO, and as far East as Columbus OH.
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Retail Targets Phase Two: Regional and National Grocery Chains
GREENLORDS will grow in awareness, pricing and preference to pursue
opportunities with recognized grocery leaders by building relationships with
key distributors. As a result, the company will grow to become a purveyor
and provider of fresh produce with established grocery stores with regional
and national retail outlets, known for providing the best in fresh produce.
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GREENLORDS will leverage current healthy eating trends and heightened consumer
interests in locally sourced/"farm-to-table" foods by targeting the following business
segments and categories:
Restaurants & Hotels. Four -Star, Farm -to -Table, Vegetarian and Ethnic.
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Corporate, Government and Institutional Employee Cafeterias that support healthy
eating choices.
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GREENLORDS will proactively seek strategic partnerships with companies in the
subscription food box service category that focus on providing their consumers
with fresh produce.
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On -Premise Healthy Eating & Hydro Gardening Classes Page 65
GREENLORDS will provide community education to residents and tourists on
hydroponic and aquaponic gardening to promote the benefits of healthy eating.
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Partnership with Schools and STEM Education
STEM-a-licious!
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GREENLORDS will partner with Illinois
schools to provide on -premise STEM
education at Greenlords Farm!
Students will learn how to apply science,
technology, engineering and math to
aquaponic and hydroponic gardening.
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Marketing & Advertising Tactics
Branded Produce. All products
proudly bear the Greenlords
tag, USDA organic certification,
and freshness promise!
Pop -Up Freshlords Trucks.
Pre -bagged and boxed
produce, value -priced.
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and fresh from Greenlords
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Box Sales & Subscriptions
via the Freshlords website.
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GREENLORDS is genuinely committed to become a visible, actively involved
corporate citizen of Galesburg. To that end, it will demonstrate its commitment
by providing food to agencies and organizations that feed those in need,
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Marketing Strategy
Page 70
Build, brand and expand awareness of GREENLORDS as THE premier provider
of the very finest and freshest produce, grown using hydroponic and
aquaponic gardening systems, and grown in Galesburg, Illinois.
• Women, Men
• Ages 20+
• Single or Married with Children
• Household Income (HHI) $40,000+
• Some College+
• Managerial Position+
• Renter, Homeowner
• Urban Resident
• Grocery Stores
• Wholesale/Retail Fresh Produce Distributors
• Food Service Suppliers/Distributors
• Restaurants
• Corporate Employee Cafeteria Food/Produce Buyers
• "Food Box" Ecommerce Companies
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• Online/Ecommerce
• Social Media
• Press Releases, Media Coverage: Industry/Trade, Consumer
Publications —Online, Print, Broadcast
• Crowdfunding
• Branded produce with GREENLORDs logo tag, USDA Organic
certification
• Leverage identification as a Minority -Owned African American
business
• Educate targets — consumer and B2B on the health and environmental
benefits of hydroponic and aquaponic gardening and quality of
produce
• Drive awareness via website
• Drive brand preference via Subscription Food Box Service
• Exploit opportunities to connect with consumer preferences for
"Farm -to -Table" and "Locally Sourced" produce with fresh markets,
grocery stores, restaurants
• Demonstrate corporate social responsibility via food donations to civic
and faith -based organizations
• Connect with eCommerce and Crowdfunding contributors who support
efforts to provide fresh foods to low-income, homeless and veteran
citizens.
GREENLORDS MARKETING MODEL
Efforts to be taken to achieve set annual volume
and revenue targets.
132C SALES CHANNELS
PRODUCTS & SERVICES
• LEAFY GREENS
•TOMATOES
• FRUITS
•HERBS
• PRIVATE LABEL MIXED SALADS
•GREENLORDS MIXED SALADS
6213 TARGETS
• GROCERY STORES
• RESTAURANTS, HOTELS
• PRODUCE DISTRIBUTORS
• FOOD SERVICE SUPPLIERS
• CAFETERIAS: GOVERNMENT,
CORPORATE
• INSTITUTIONAL SALES
DIRECT -TO -CONSUMER
PRODUCTS
•SMALL, MEDIUM, LARGE
GREENLORDS "FRESH BOX"
• HYDRO -GROW KITS
•TEAS, SMOOTHIE BLENDS
• HERBS & SPICES
• BOTTLED SAUCES, MARINADES
•GREENLORDS GEAR
CONSUMER TARGETS
• ONLINE/ECOMM SUBSCRIBERS
• CROWDFUNDING CONTRIBUTORS
• GREENLORDS FARM ON PREMISE
PURCHASERS
ADVERTISING, SALES & MARKETING CHANNELS
• PRODUCE & FOOD SERVICE DISTRIBUTORS
• GREENLORDS WEBSITE
• GREENLORDS FARM ON -PREMISE SALES
• CROWDFUNDING
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MANAGEMENT TEAM
& STAFFING PLAN
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Management Team
The Medley Duo
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Demarkius Medley Jr, Farm Manger (left)
and Demarkius Medley Sr, Greenlords CEO (right).
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Management Team Page 75
Demarkius Medley Sr
"I am an urban farmer, and CEO Greenlords Pharms . I have been an urban
farmer since 2017. My goal for Greenlords is to introduce aquaponics as a
trend -forward, urban farming growing method to provide USDA -certified organic
produce year round. I am 37 years married with 4 kids and 2 step kids. I grew up
on the west side of Chicago and relocated to Galesburg IL in 2002 at the age of
16. 1 have degrees in Mechanical Engineering Technology, and Business
Administration. My family has a deep rooted history in agriculture. My mother
picked cotton alongside her mother, father grandmother and grandfather as
plantation workers in the deep south area of the Mississippi delta. The same
fields that our ancestors were forced into slavery. Decades later my brother and I
formed Greenlords Inc. We made it our mission to not only make fresh produce
available to all ... but to also teach youth about the importance of eating healthy
... and encourage other African Americans to venture into agriculture."
Demarkius Medley Jr
A am an urban farmer and Farm Manager of Greenlords Pharms . I am 19 years
old. I share my fathers°s contagious passion for agriculture, and specifically for
aquaponic and hydroponic farming. I see a great opportunity, and vision for
Greenlords as a business enterprise that also has a community give -back
component as an educational resource for life transformation. It worked for me.
And I will make sure that Greenlords makes it work for others."
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Strategic Alliances
Jon Myers
Page 75
"My Experience with the Hemp Product has been amazing, I am the Owner of
Sacred Roots Kava Lounge . I have personally used the hemp products and
benefited from them. I attended a cannabis expo called Cadillacs in Jamaica
where Ralph Malcolm spoke on the discovery of the endocannabinoid system and
the numerous health benefits of derivatives from the hemp plant. I have
dedicated hundreds of hours to study the hemp plant and sold hundreds of
thousands of dollars retail. Using hemp products have personally benefited me
and it drives my passion to help others receive so of those same benefits
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Staffing Plan: 2019-2023
PART TIME
CEO
DEMARKIUS MEDLEY Sr
Farm Manager
Demarkius MEDLEY Jr
MGR, DISTRIBUTION
& FULFILLMENT
FT FARM ASST A
FT FARM ASST B
PT FARM ASST D
FT ADMIN/SALES ASST
CUSTM SERV
PT ADMIN/SALES ASST
FT PACK/SHIP
PT PACK/SHIP
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Strengths Weaknesses • ANALYSIS
•
Opportunities Threats
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y SWOT Analysis
• Soil -less Aquaponic and Hydroponic farming is
a growing market, CAGR of 6.5% 2018-2023
• Aquaponic operations report more than
double the revenue per square foot vs
traditional soil -based operations
• Company owns farmland outright
• Major crop will be leafy greens — highest in
profitability
• Products will be USDA Certified Organic
• Company will leverage current consumer
popularity for subscription -based "fresh box"
ingredients
• Develop company -branded subscription box
via Ecommerce
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• Small farm size limits annual crop yield potential
• Lack of management team member with
marketing expertise
• Predictable ramp -up time required and
barriers -to -entry to build 13213/Wholesale and
Distributor channels/relationships
• Inability to pursue and leverage opportunities
in 13213 channels and with distributors, given
small farm/crop yield size
• Market/purveyor entry barriers to partner with
established "fresh box" companies
• Leverage out -of -home dining popularity for • Ability to compete, price -wise, to gain
fresh, farm -to -table produce with restaurants retail/wholesale distribution
• Leverage corporate and institutional interest in
food service produce that promote healthy
eating
• Leverage opportunities to brand as "fresh
grown in Illinois"
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FINANCIAL PROJECTIONS
2023-2027
• PROJECTED SALES VOLUME
• PROJECTED REVENUE
• OPERATING COSTS
• PRO FORMA CASH FLOW
• BREAK-EVEN ANALYSIS
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SALES VOLUME PROJECTIONS
2023-2027
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Financial Projections: Projected Sales Volume: WHOLESALE
FRESH PRODUCE
LEAFY GREENS
ROMAINE LETTUCE
TOMATOES
FRUITS, BERRIES
BASIL
PREPACKAGED MIXED GREENS SALADS
NON FRESH PRODUCE PRODUCTS
SAUCES
SMOOTHIE BLENDS
SPICE BLENDS
TEAS
BACKYARD GROW KITS
Hemp Products
PRODUCT
CSA COMMUNITY SHARES
ECOMM "FRESH BOX" SUBSCRIPTION
ECOMM "FRESH BOX" SHIPMENTS
AT-HOME GROW KIT: AQUAPONIC
TABLETOP HYDRO GROW KIT
UNIT OF
MEASUREMENT
(POUND, HEAD,
ETC)
HEAD
H EAD
LB
LB
LB
10 OZ BAG
SALES UNIT
JARS
BOXED PACKETS
JARS, PACKETS
BOXED PACKETS
UNITS
UNITS
UNIT OF
MEASUREMENT
SHARE
MONTHLY
SUBSCRIBERS
PROJECTED ANNUAL
UNIT
UNIT
TOTAL ANNUAL VOLUME TARGETS
0
24,000
30,000
40,500
0
96,000
108,000
145,800
0
10,000
15,000
20,250
0
1,000
5,000
6,750
0
500
1,000
1,350
0
2,400
5,000
6,750
TOTAL ANNUAL VOLUME TARGETS
(IN UNITS SOLD)
0
240
500
900
0
120
250
450
0
120
250
450
0
240
500
900
0
5
10
20
9000
22000
27,720
33,440
46,575
167,670
23,288
7,762
1,552
7,762
1,350
675
675
1,350
30
39,160
ESTIMATED TOTAL ANNUAL VOLUME
150
200
250
300
500
1,000
3,000
7,500
4,000
8,000
24,000
60,000
0 5
10
20
50
0 0
0
100
250
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Financial Projections: Projected Sales Volume: ECOMM/DIRECT-TO-CONSUMER
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WHOLESALE/DISTRIBUTOR
1
: 1
/
1
FRESH PRODUCE
ANNUAL REVENUE TARGETS
LEAFY GREENS
0
$11,760
$14,700
$20,655
$24,219
ROMAINE LETTUCE
0
40,320
45,360
62,694
73,775
TOMATOES
0
4,800
7,200
10,125
11,877
FRUITS, BERRIES
0
1,310
6,550
8,977
10,478
BASIL
0
2,400
4,800
6,669
7,698
PREPACKAGED MIXED GREENS SALADS
0
3,360
7,000
9,720
11,255
TOTAL:
$0
$63,950
$85,610
$118,840
$139,302
NON FRESH PRODUCE PRODUCTS
ANNUAL REVENUE TARGETS
SAUCES
$0
$372
$775
$1,440
$2,160
SMOOTHIE BLENDS
0
378
787
1,404
2,106
SPICE BLENDS
0
191
398
7,210
1,080
TEAS
0
382
795
1,440
2,160
BACKYARD GROW KITS
0
2,700
5,300
10,500
15,000
Hemp Products
90000
264,000
277,200
334,400
391,600
TOTAL:
$90000
$268,023
$285,255
$356,394
$414,106
PRODUCT/SERVICE
ANNUAL REVENUE TARGETS
CSA COMMUNITY SHARES
50
150
200
250
300
ECOMM "FRESH BOX" SUBSCRIPTION
100
500
1,000
3,000
7,500
ECOMM "FRESH BOX" SHIPMENTS
800
4,000
8,000
24,000
60,000
AT-HOME GROW KIT: AQUAPONIC
0
5
10
20
50
TABLETOP HYDRO GROW KIT
0
0
0
100
250
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PROJECTED PRODUCT PRICING
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Financial Projections: Projected Pricing: WHOLESALE
FRESH PRODUCE
LEAFY GREENS
ROMAINE LETTUCE
TOMATOES
FRUITS, BERRIES
BASIL
PREPACKAGED MIXED GREENS SALADS
NON FRESH PRODUCE PRODUCTS
SAUCES
SMOOTHIE BLENDS
SPICE BLENDS
TEAS
BACKYARD GROW KITS
Hemp Products
SALES UNIT
HEAD
HEAD
LB
LB
LB
10 OZ BAG
PROJECTED WHSLE COST/UNIT (IN DOLLARS)
0.49
0.49
0.49
0.42
0.42
0.42
0.48
0.48
0.48
1.31
1.31
1.31
4.80
4.80
4.80
1.40
1.40
1.40
0.51
0.43
0.5
1.33
4.94
1.44
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0.52
0.44
0.51
1.35
4.96
1.45
JAR
1.50
1.55
1.55
1.6
1.60
BOXED PACKETS
3.00
3.15
3.15
3.12
3.12
JARS, PACKETS
1.50
1.59
1.59
1.6
1.60
BOXED PACKETS
1.50
1.59
1.59
1.6
1.60
UNITS
0
540
530
525
500
UNITS
10
10
10
10
10
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Financial Projections: Pricing: ECOMM/DIRECT-TO-CONSUMER
PRODUCT
CSA COMMUNITY SHARES
ECOMM "FRESH BOX" SUBSCRIPTION
AT-HOME GROW KIT: AQUAPONIC
TABLETOP HYRDO GROW KIT
UNIT OF
MEASUREMENT
SHARE
MONTHLY
SUBSCRIBERS
UNIT
UNIT
PRICING PER UNIT
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$60/MONTH $60/MONTH $60/MONTH $65/MONTH $65/MONTH
$30/MONTH $30.00/MONTH $32.50/MONTH $32.50/MONTH $35.00/MONTH
$1,200 $1,200 $1,200 $1,200 $1,200
0 0 0 $250 $250
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REVENUE PROJECTIONS
BY REVENUE STREAM 2023-2027
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Financial Projections: Projected Revenue By Revenue Stream
100%
75%
50%
25%
O%
2023 2024 2025 2026 2027
ECOMM
COMMUNITY
WHSLEfDIST
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GREENLORDS revenue will increasingly be derived from Ecommerce/Direct-to-Consumer and
Community Shares Sales, thereby contributing to greater opportunities for sustainable profitability.
WHSLE/DIST
COMMUNITY SHARES
ECOMM/DIRECT-TO-CONSUMER
TOTAL:
REVENUE
%TOT
REVENUE
%TOT
REVENUE
%TOT
REVENUE
%TOT
90,000
100%
331,973
58.6
370,865
47.1%
475,234
31.7%
0
0
108,000
19.1
144,000
18.3
195,000
13
0
0
126,000
22.3
272,000
34.6
829,000
55.3
$90,000
100%
565,973
100%
786,865
100%
1,499,234
100%
REVENUE %TOT
553,408 18.4%
234,000 7.8
2,222,500 73.8
3,009,908 100%
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Financial Projections: 5-Year Projected Sales Revenue 2023-2027
FRESH PRODUCE
LEAFY GREENS
ROMAINE LETTUCE
TOMATOES
FRUITS, BERRIES
BASIL
PREPACKAGED MIXED GREENS SALADS
TOTAL:
NON FRESH PRODUCE
PRODUCTS
SAUCES IN JARS
SMOOTHIE BLENDS
SPICE BLENDS
TEAS
BACKYARD GROW KITS
Hemp Products
TOTAL:
TOT PROJECTED WHSLE
REVENUE:
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0 11,760
14,700
20,655
24,219
0 40,320
45,360
62,694
73,775
0 4,800
7,200
10,125
11,877
0 1,310
6,550
8,977
10,478
0 2,400
4,800
6,669
7,698
0 3,360
7,000
9,720
11,255
0 63,950
85,610
118,840
139,302
0
372
775
1,440
2,160
0
378
787
1,404
2,106
0
191
398
7210
1,080
0
382
795
1,440
2,160
0
2,700
5,300
10,500
15,000
90,000
264,000
277,200
334,400
391,600
0
268,023
285,255
356,394
414,106
90,000
331,973
370,865
475,234
553,408
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Financial Projections: 5-Year Projected Sales Revenue 2023-2027
GRENLORDS FRESH BOX ECOMM
SUBSCRIBERS: GREENS, FRUITS,
BERRIES, SALAD MIX, SAUCES, SMOOTHIE
BLENDS, SPICES, TEAS
GREENLORDS FRESH BOX
"COMMUNITY SHARES": GREENS,
FRUITS, BERRIES, SALAD MIX, SAUCES,
SMOOTHIE BLENDS, SPICES, TEAS
AT HOME GROW KIT: AQUAPONIC
TABLETOP AT HOME GROW KIT:
HYRDOPONIC
TOTAL:
0 120,000
0 108,000
0 6,000
0 0
0 234,000
260,000
144,000
12,000
0
416,000
195,000
24,000
25,000
1,024,000
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2,100, 000
234,000
60,000
62,500
2,456,500
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Financial Projections: 5-Year Projected Sales Revenue 2023-2027
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WHOLESALE REVENUE $90,000 3311973 370,865 475,234 $553,408
ECOMM/DIRECT-TO-CONSU
MER REVENU
GRAND TOT PROJECTED
REVENUE:
0 234,000 416,000 1,024,000 2,456,500
$90,000 565,973 786,865 1,49%234 $3,009,908
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NET INCOME, PROFIT/(LOSS)
2023-2027
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Financial Projections: Net Income/Profit/(Loss) Page 93
NET INCOME/PROFIT/(LOSS): 2023-2027
2024 2025 2026
GROSS REVENUE
$90,000
565,973
786,865
11499,234
3,009,908
(LESS) OPERATING EXP
(246,732)
(288,404)
(370,822)
(560,460)
(781,480)
NET INCOME, PROFIT/LOSS $(156,732) +277,569 +416,043 +938,774 +2,301,428
By incorporating a marketing strategy that includes eCommerce
/Direct -to -Consumer sales to maximize revenue,
GREENLORDS will be on track to become a profitable business operation
by end -of -year 2024, and onward!
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OPERATING EXPENSES
2023-2027
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Financial Projections: Operating Expenses 2023-2027
100%
75%
50%
25%
0%
2023 2024 2025 2026 2027
OPERATING EXPENSES
J DEBT
TAXES
OFC ADMIN
r PROFNL SERVC
ADV MKTG
EQUIPMENT
LIC, FEES, INS
DISTRIBUTION
CROPS
FACILITY
SALJVVAG ES
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2023
2024
2025
2026
2027
EXPENSE
%TOT
EXPENSE
%TOT
EXPENSE
%TOT
EXPENSE
%TOT
EXPENSE
%TOT
SALARIES & WAGES
26,880
10.5
37,400
13.6
111,360
30.3
180,960
32.5
236,520
30.4
GROUNDS & FACILITY BUILDOUT
145,200
56.5
33,400
12.1
14,600
4.0
15,450
2.8
16,300
2.1
EQUIPMENT & MACHINERY
19,500
7.6
40,000
14.5
15,000
4.1
5,000
0.9
17,500
2.2
PACKAGING, SHIPPING & FREIGHT
29,222
11.4
117,520
42.6
134,746
36.7
166,074
29.8
197,004
25.3
LICENSES, FEES, INSURANCE
2,200
0.9
2400
0.9
24,772
6.7
47,092
8.4
56,764
7.3
PRODUCE & CROP DEVELOPMENT
4,300
1.7
12,500
4.5
15,800
4.3
25,300
4.5
36,000
4.6
OUTSIDE PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
8,500
3.3
8,250
3.0
11,250
3.1
17,500
3.1
24,000
3.1
OFFICE & ADMINISTRATIVE
5,820
2.3
3,600
1.3
6,000
1.6
8,600
1.5
10,200
1.3
ADVERTISING, MARKETING, PR
4,000
1.6
7,000
2.5
10,000
2.7
13,000
2.3
18,500
2.4
TAXES
2,826
1.1
4,976
1.8
15,000
4.1
69,890
12.5
157,098
20.2
DEBT RETIREMENT
8,594
3.3
8,594
3.1
8,594
2.3
8,594
1.5
8,594
1.1
TOTAL PROJECTED OPERATING EXP:
257,042
100%
275,640
100%
367,122
100%
557,460
100%
778,480
100%
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Financial Projections: Operating Expenses 2023-2027
PRODUCE & CROP DEVELOPMENT
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RESEARCH, TESTING
500
1,000
1,200
2,500
5,000
SEEDLINGS
0
2,600
3,000
4,000
5,000
FINGERLINGS
0
1,500
2,000
4,000
6,000
WATER
0
2,500
3,000
5,000
7,000
FISH FOOD
0
1,300
2,500
4,000
5,000
ELECTRICITY
0
2400
2,600
2,800
3,000
CBD Oil
3,000
0
0
0
0
TRANSPORTATION/DELIVERY
800
1,200
1,500
3,000
5,000
TOTAL:
4,300
12,500
15,800
25,300
36,000
EQUIPMENT & MACHINERY
Hemp Processing Equipment
020,000
0
0
0
SECURITY FENCING AND INSTALLATION
5,000
0
0
0
0
SUPPLEMENTAL LIGHTING
0
7000
12,000
0
10,000
TRACTOR
0
10,000
0
0
0
CARTRIDGES FILLING MACHINE
11,500
0
0
0
0
ADDITIONAL/MISCELLANEOUS
3,000
3,000
3,000
5,000
7,500
TOTAL:
19,500
40,000
15,000
5,000
17,500
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Financial Projections: Operating Expenses 2023-2027
GROUNDS & FACILITY BUILDOUT
Rent
CROP GROWING FACILITY BUILDOUT
+ LABOR
SEWER LINE
CROP SUPPORT STRUCTURES, DEVICES
YURT BLDG AND INSTALLATION
LANDSCAPING
MAINTENANCE
ADDITIONAL/MISCELLANEOUS
TOTAL:
SALARIES & WAGES
D MEDLEY SR, CEO
D MEDLEY JR, MANGER
MGR, DISTRIBUTION & FULFILLMENT
FT FARM ASST A
FT FARM ASST B
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6000
6000
6000
6000
6000
0
20,000
0
0
0
10,000
0
500
500
750
1,000
125,000
0
0
0
0
600
600
600
700
800
600
1800
2500
3,000
3,500
3,000
4,500
5,000
5,000
5,000
145,200
33,400
14,600
15,450
16,300
9,600
9,600
18,000
24,000
30,000
9,600
9,600
18,000
24,000
30,000
0
0
0
0
36,000
0
0
24,000
25,200
26,460
0
0
0
24,000
25,200
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PT FARM ASST C
PT FARM ASST D
FT ADMIN/SALES ASST CUSTM SERV
PT ADMIN/SALES ASST
FT PACK/SHIP
PT PACK/SHIP
TOTAL:
OFFICE & ADMINISTRATIVE
OFC EQUIPMENT
OFC FURNITURE
OFC SUPPLIES
UTILITIES
WATER
TOTAL:
ADVERTISING, MARKETING, PR
WEBSITE/ECOMM DEVELOPMENT
ADVERTISING, MARKETING, PR
TOTAL
7,680
8,640
9,120
9,600
10,080
0
0
7,680
8,640
9,120
0
0
24,000
25,200
26,460
0
9,600
10,560
11,520
12,960
0
0
0
19,200
20,160
0
0
0
9,600
10,080
26,880
37,440
111,360
180,960
236,520
1,500
0
1,000
2,000
2,500
1,500
0
500
1,000
1,000
500
1,000
1,500
2,000
2,500
1,800
1,900
2,000
2,100
2,200
550
700
1,000
1,500
2,000
5850
3600
6,000
8,600
10,200
1,500
2,000
2,500
3,000
3,500
2,500
5,000
7,500
10,000
15,000
4,000
7,000
10,000
13,000
18,500
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OUTSIDE PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
LEGAL
ACCOUNTING
PROFNL, TRADE ASSOCIATION DUES
CONSULTANT(S)
TOTAL:
PACKAGING, SHIPPING & FREIGHT
WHSLE, DISTRIBUTOR
COSTS/COMMSNS
ECOMM/DIRECT-TO-CONSUMER
SHIPPING & PACKAGING MATERIALS
(WHSLE/DISTR)
PACKAGING: MIXED GREENS SALADS
TOTAL:
LICENSES, FEES, INSURANCE
LICENSES
FEES
BUSN, CROP LIABILITY INSURANCE
EMPLOYEE HEALTH INSURANCE
TOTAL
4,500
4,S00
4,S00
4,S00
4,500
1,500
1,000
1,250
1,500
2,000
500
750
1,000
2,500
2,500
0
5,000
7,500
12,000
18,000
6,500
11,250
14,250
20,500
27,000
2,222
13,580
18,773
28,167
32,362
0
2,000
4,000
12,000
30000
27,000
101,440
111,173
125,107
133,842
0
500
800
800
800
29,222
117,520
134,746
166,074
197,004
700
700
700
700
700
300
300
500
500
700
1,200
1,400
2,000
2,500
3,000
0
0
22,272
43,392
52,364
2200
2,400
25,472
47,092
56,764
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TAXES
CITY, COUNTY
STATE
FEDERAL
DEBT RETIREMENT
LOAN:
TOTAL:
TOTAL
PRODUCE & CROP DEVELOPMENT
EQUIPMENT & MACHINERY
GROUNDS & FACILITY BUILDOUT
SALARIES & WAGES
OFFICE & ADMINISTRATIVE
ADVERTISING, MARKETING, PR
OUTSIDE PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
PACKAGING, SHIPPING & FREIGHT
LICENSES, FEES, INSURANCE
TAXES
DEBT RETIREMENT
TOTAL PROJECTED OPERATING EXP:
471
829
2,500
11,648
26,183
942
1,658
5,000
23,297
52,366
1,413
2,489
7,500
34,945
78,549
2,826
4,976
15,000
69,890
157,098
8,594
8,594
8,594
8,594
8,594
8,594
8,594
8,594
8,594
8,594
SUMMARY OF
OPERATING EXPENSES
4,300
12,500
15,800
25,300
36,000
19,500
40,000
15,000
5,000
17,500
145,200
33,400
14,600
15,450
16,300
26,880
37,440
111,360
180,960
236,520
5,820
3,600
6,000
8,600
10,200
4,000
7,000
10,000
13,000
18,500
8,500
8,250
11,250
17,500
24,000
27,225
105,298
117,850
140,724
167,878
2,200
2400
24,472
47,092
56,764
2,826
4,976
15,000
69,890
157,098
8,594
8,594
8,594
8,594
8,594
255,045
263,458
349,926
532,110
749,354
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BREAK-EVEN ANALYSIS
2023-2027
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BREAK-EVEN ANALYSIS: 2023-2027
4,000,000
2,000,000
1,000,000
11
2023 2024 2025 2026 2027
BREAK EVEN ANALYSIS
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Colt VARIABLE COSTS
FIXED COSTS
TOTAL COSTS
* REVENUE
GREENLORDS will be on a upward trajectory where revenues exceed costs, beginning
in 2024. Profits begin to soar in 2025, with a clear path to break-even beginning in 2024.
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BREAK-EVEN ANALYSIS
GROSS REVENUE $90,000 5651973 786,865 1,499,234 3,00%908
FIXED COSTS
RENT
6,000
6,000
6,000
6,000
6,000
RESEARCH, TESTING
500
1,000
1,200
2,500
5,000
SEEDLINGS
0
2,600
3,000
4,000
5,000
FLINGERLINGS
0
1,500
2,000
4,000
6,000
WATER
0
2,500
3,000
5,000
7,000
FISH FOOD
0
1,300
2,500
4,000
5,000
ELECTRICITY
0
2,400
2,600
2,800
3,000
TRANSPORTATION/DELIVERY
800
1,200
1,500
3,000
5,000
SUPPLEMENTAL LIGHTING
07,000
12,000
0
10,000
SECURITY FENCING AND INSTALLATION
5,000
0
0
0
0
TRACTOR
0
10,000
0
0
0
CARTRIDGES FILLING MACHINE
11,500
0
0
0
0
CBD OIL
3,000
0
0
0
0
LANDSCAPING
600
600
600
700
800
CROP SUPORT STRUCTURES, DEVICES
0
500
500
750
1,000
HEMP PROCESSING EQUIPMENT
0
20,000
0
0
0
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(FIXED COSTS - Continued)
D MEDLEY Sr, CEO
D MEDLEY Jr, Manger
MGR, DISTRIBUTION & FULFILLMENT
FT FARM ASST A
FT FARM ASST B
FT ADMIN/SALES ASST CUSTM SERV
FT PACK/SHIP
UTI LITI ES
WATER
WEBSITE/ECOMM DEVELOPMENT
ADVERTISING, MARKETING, PR
LICENSES
FEES
BUSN, CROP LIABILITY INSURANCE
EMPLOYEE HEALTH INSURANCE
TAXES: CITY, COUNTY
TAXES:STATE
TAXES: FEDERAL
LOAN REPAYMENT
TOTAL FIXED COSTS:
9,600
9,600
18,000
24,000
30,000
9,600
9,600
18,000
24,000
30,000
0
0
0
0
36,000
0
0
24,000
25,200
26,460
0
0
0
24,000
25,200
0
0
24,000
25,200
26,460
0
0
0
19,200
20,160
1,800
1,900
2,000
2,100
2,200
550
700
1,000
1,500
2,000
1,500
2,000
2,500
3,000
3,500
2,500
5,000
7,500
10,000
15,000
700
700
700
700
700
300
300
500
500
700
1,200
1,400
2,000
2,500
3,000
0
0
22,272
43,392
52,364
471
829
2,500
11,648
26,183
942
1,658
5,000
23,297
52,366
1,413
2,489
7,500
34,945
78,549
8,594
8,594
8,594
8,594
8,594
68,593
111,094
180,966
316,526
493,236
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VARIABLE COSTS
MISCELLANEOUS EQUIP
CROP GROWING FACILITY BUILDOUT
+ LABOR
YURT BLDG AND INSTALLATION
MAINTENANCE
MISCELLANEOUS FACILITY, GROUNDS
PT FARM ASST C
PT FARM ASST D
PT ADM IN/SALES ASST
PT PACK/SHIP
OFC EQUIPMENT
OFC FURNITURE
OFC SUPPLIES
LEGAL
ACCOUNTING
PROFNL, TRADE ASSOCIATION DUES
CONSULTANT(S)
3,000
3,000
3,000
5,000
7,500
0
20,000
0
0
0
125,000
0
0
0
0
600
1800
2500
3,000
3,500
3,000
4,500
5,000
5,000
5,000
7,680
8,640
9,120
9,600
10,080
0
0
7,680
8,640
9,120
0
9,600
10,560
11,520
12,960
0
0
0
9,600
10,080
1,500
0
1,000
2,000
2,500
1,500
0
S00
1,000
1,000
500
1,000
1,500
2,000
2,500
4,500
4,500
4,500
4,500
4,500
1,500
1,000
1,250
1,500
2,000
500
750
1,000
2,500
2,500
0
5,000
7,500
12,000
18,000
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(VARIABLE COSTS — Continued)
WHSLE, DISTRIBUTOR
COSTS/COMMSNS
ECOMM/D2C SHIPPING
SHIPPING & PACKAGING MATERIALS
(WHSLE/DISTR)
PACKAGING: MIXED GREENS SALADS
TOTAL VARIABLE COSTS:
TOTAL COSTS
TOTAL FIXED COSTS:
TOTAL VARIABLE COSTS:
GRAND TOTAL COSTS:
21222
13,580
18,773
28,167
32362
0
2,000
4,000
12,000
30000
27,000
101,440
111,173
125,107
133,842
0
500
800
800
800
178,502
177,310
189,856
243,934
288,244
68,593
111,094
180,966
316,526
493,236
178,502
177,310
189,856
243,934
288,244
2460732
288,404
370,822
560,460
781,480
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PRO FORMA CASH FLOW
2023-2027
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BEGINNING CASH
REVENUE
WHSLE/DIST FRESH PRODUCE
NON -FRESH PRODUCE
GREENLORDS COMMUNITY SHARES
GRENLORDS ECOMM FRESH BOX
AT HOME GROW KIT: AQUAPONIC
AT HOME GROW KIT: HYRDOPONIC
HEMP PRODUCTS
TOTAL:
TOTAL AVAILABLE CASH:
OPERATING EXPENSES
PRODUCE & CROP DEVELOPMENT
EQUIPMENT & MACHINERY
GROUNDS & FACILITY BUILDOUT
SALARIES & WAGES
OFFICE & ADMINISTRATIVE
ADVERTISING, MARKETING, PR
OUTSIDE PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
PACKAGING, SHIPPING & FREIGHT
LICENSES, FEES, INSURANCE
TAXES
DEBT RETIREMENT
TOTAL PROJECTED OPERATING EXP:
Page
185,000
42,958
281,450
532,191
1,250,057
0
63,950
85,610
118,840
139,302
0
4,023
8,055
21,994
22,506
0
108,000
144,000
195,000
234,000
0
120,000
260,000
780,000
2,100,000
0
6,000
12,000
24,000
60,000
0
0
0
25,000
62,500
90,000
264,000
277,200
334,400
391,600
90,000
565,973
509,665
1,164,834
2,618,308
275,000
608,931
791,115
1,697,025
3,868,365
4,300
12,500
15,800
25,300
36,000
19,500
40,000
15,000
5,000
17,500
145,200
33,400
14,600
15,450
16,300
26,880
37,400
111,360
180,960
236,520
5,820
3,600
6,000
8,600
10,200
4,000
7,000
10,000
13,000
18,500
8,500
8,250
11,250
17,500
24,000
29,222
117,520
134,746
166,074
197,004
2,200
2,400
24,772
47,092
56,764
2,826
4,976
151000
69,890
157,098
8,594
8,594
8,594
8,594
8,594
257,042
275,640
367,122
557,460
778,480
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BEGINNING CASH:
185,000
42,958
333,291
753,034
1,694,808
GRAND TOT PROJECTED REVENUE:
90,000
565,973
786,865
1,499,234
3,009,908
TOTAL AVAILABLE CASH
275,000
608,931
1,120,156
2,252,268
4,704,716
(LESS) OPERATING EXPENSES:
-257,042
-275,640
-367,122
-557,460
-778,480
REMAINING CASH BEFORE FUNDING:
17,958
333,291
753,034
1,694,808
3,926,236
FUNDING: URBAN FARM PILOT PRG
25,000
0
0
0
0
CASH AFTER FUNDING:
42,958
333,291
753,034
1,694,808
3,926,236
ENDING CASH:
42,958
331,291
753,034
1,694,808
$3,926,236
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NOTES & ASSUMPTIONS
USED FOR FINANCIAL PROJECTIONS
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Page 111
Below are notes and assumptions used to develop all financial projections, 2023-2027.
CBD Processing Business
Greenlords Pharms will initial start as a Hemp/CBD processing business in 2023. Greenlords
will buy wholesale CBD, and sell hemp products both locally and working with our strategic
partner Jon Rosenbloom, owner of Roots Kava lounge. Greenlords will wholesale hemp
products to retail stores and Kava lounges in the state of Florida. Jon has established
relationships with multiple Hemp retailers in the state of Florida. The revenue from the
hemp sales we allow us to fund the produce/foods business the following year. After year
1, we will grow and process our hemp products
Projected Annual Wholesale Volume and Revenue
Reflects projected volume and sales by primarily targeting retail grocers, restaurants,
hotels, and government, school and corporate cafeterias in the State of Illinois and
throughout neighboring states: Wisconsin, Indiana, Missouri, and Ohio. In addition, the
company will aggressively pursue opportunities for "local sourcing" of fresh produce with
meal delivery and "meal -in -a -box" distributors such as Amazon, Home Fresh and more. As
well, the company will deploy sales and marketing tactics for 13213 direct sales as well as via
food produce distributors.
Sources Used for Projected Wholesale Pricing
The company used wholesale pricing cited for fresh produce by Western Growers, which
also accesses data from the USDA. Reference: http://www.producepriceindex.com/
Pricing was used consistently to provide a conservative estimate for all five years,
2023-2027.
Ecommerce & Direct -to -Consumer Volume and Revenue Projections
It is projected that sales via Ecommerce and Direct -to -Consumer sales channels will
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achieved through strategic target marketing to consumers/end users. The company will
develop a website to market and leverage consumer interest in "fresh" and "farm -to -table"
produce products by implementing and executing a subscription -based service on its
website ala highly popular and existing "meal -in -a -box" companies such as Blue Apron,
Hello Fresh and Home Fresh. This will enable and empower the company to establish and
drive awareness of the Greenlords brand, and generate retail revenue at full/100% pricing
vs 30-40% wholesale pricing, and commission monies paid to produce distributors.
As well, the company will deploy crowdfunding campaigns to build awareness of its
community and educational efforts, which will further drive subscription sales and revenue.
CSA—Community Shares
Greenlords will participate and develop a CSA program to provide much -needed, affordably
priced, organic and aquaponically grown fresh produce to residents in Galesburg, Illinois
and surrounding areas. This will enable residents to eat fresher, better quality foods as
shareholders in the Greenlords CSA program.
Five Year Substantially Reduced Owner Salaries
Owners/Management team members Demarkius Medley SR and Demarkius Medley Jr will
work at "bare bones"salary levels until Greenlords is established and profitability is clearly
demonstrated.
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City of Galesburg Grant
As reflected in the Pro Forma Cash Flow projections, Greenlords is poised to receive a grant in the
amount of $35,000 from the Clty of Galesburg in 2023 to help launch the Industrial Hemp/CBD
processing business. the funds would be use as following
https://www.ci.galesburg.il.us/government/community development/economic development/busin
ess incentives.phn
Packing Fence CBD Oil Packaging Hemp Operating Office Office Lawyer
Machine Licence expenses Equipment Furniture
$11,500 $5,000 $3,000 $4500 $700 $2800 $1500 1500 $4500
Investors
As well, Greenlords has raise $150,000 in Capital from investors to build infrastructure in return for
equality in the company.
Greenlords Farm Land Ownership
Demarkius Medley Sr owns 4 acres of land and will lease to Greenlords Pharms for $6,000 annually.
Land location: 1367 Monmouth Boulevard, Galesburg, Illinois.
Taxes
Greenlords will benefit from all current tax programs and reductions that the federal, state, local and
cities provide. In addition, the company will proactively seek tax reliefs and subsidies for programs
that are geared for and target: small/urban farming, educational resources and learning programs for
schools and students at all grade levels: K-12, Community College, State -run colleges and universities,
internships, community education.
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CONTACT
Thank you for your review time of this Business Plan.
For more information and to discuss further,
please contact:
Demarkius Medley
CEO, GREENLORDS INC
Tele: 309.297.9272 (Galesburg IL/CST)
Email: green lordsinc@gmaiLcom
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GALESBURG ASSISTANCE PROGRAM
GRANT AGREEMENT
THIS AGREEMENT is made and entered into this __ day of ......... 2023 (the "EFFECTIVE DATE"),
by and between the City of Galesburg, an Illinois municipal corporation (hereinafter referred to as "CITY"), and
( hereinafter the "GRANTEE").
WHEREAS, the Mayor and City Council desire to advance agricultural education and/or urban agricultural
community development in Galesburg; and
WHEREAS, the Mayor and City Council of the CITY approved the Urban Agriculture Pilot Program (hereinafter
the "PROGRAM") at their February 21, 2022 meeting to aid in the development of the urban agriculture industry
with certain qualifying expenses; and
WHEREAS, the GRANTEE is the owner of a qualifying property located within the CITY and has applied for a
grant through the PROGRAM, and the CITY has approved such application.
NOW, THEREFORE, the parties, for good and valuable consideration, the receipt and sufficiency of
which are hereby acknowledged, agree as follows:
Section 1. Grant Amount. Upon the execution of this Agreement, the CITY shall cause the disbursement of
proceeds in an amount not to exceed $25,000 (the "GRANT").
Section 2. Funds Disbursement. Per this agreement $12,500 of the total amount will be distributed up front
in Calendar year 2023. The remaining $12,500 will be distributed as reimbursements in calendar year 2024.
Section 3. Grant Requirements. GRANTEE agrees that it shall utilize the GRANT solely for purposes in
connection with the business located at the 1367 Monmouth Blvd, Parcel Identification Numbers 99-16-401-002,
Galesburg, IL 61401 and as outlined in its funding request previously submitted by the GRANTEE, which is
incorporated by reference into this agreement. GRANTEE hereby accepts the funding for the sole purposes listed in
its said funding request and agrees that the funds provided by the CITY shall be used for those purposes, and no
other. A GRANTEE's request for any modification must be made in writing and approved by CITY before any
expenditures differing from the original GRANT award are paid from funds provided by CITY.
Section 4. Representations of GRANTEE. In connection with the GRANT, the GRANTEE represents and
warrants that:
a. It will work with established and/or new community partnerships to leverage resources and/or
increase the quality or quantity of services provided; and
b. Provide for neighborhood communication and participation as well as youth engagement and education;
and
c. The applicant, including all owners with at least 10% ownership, is/are in good standing with the CITY and
the State of Illinois (i.e. no outstanding fines or fees, no tax delinquencies, and possess all required
licenses); and
d. Provide progress reports and proof that grant project work has been done by submitting details of each
purchase on receipts or invoices and proof vendors have been paid; and
e. Upon completion of the grant project, submission and approval of a final progress report will be required
to receive the final payment.
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Section 5. CITY not liable. The parties agree that the CITY is not herein entering into any contract or
agreement with any vendors or contractors for the purchase of any goods or services under the PROGRAM. The
parties also agree that the CITY is not in any manner providing any warranties or other assurances about the quality
or suitability of any goods or services provided to the GRANTEE for under the PROGRAM. The parties agree further
that GRANTEE shall hold the CITY harmless for any damages to persons or property that may occur during or in any
manner arising from the PROGRAM.
Section 6. Default. If the CITY determines that any funds have been disbursed for ineligible activities, in
violation of the terms of this Agreement, the CITY shall provide written notice of said violation to the GRANTEE. The
CITY shall be entitled to terminate this Agreement within five days of said written notice. GRANTEE shall, within 30
days of a written demand made by the CITY, reimburse the CITY for all funds disbursed for said ineligible costs.
The CITY may, at its option, continue further disbursements pursuant to this Agreement after any disbursement for
any ineligible activities if the GRANTEE reimburses the CITY for the improper disbursements, or otherwise cures the
violation to the CITY's satisfaction.
If the GRANTEE fails to fulfill the obligations specified under Section 3 the City shall provide written notice of default
to the GRANTEE, and the GRANTEE shall, within 30 days of a written demand made by the City, reimburse the CITY
for all funds provided under this agreement.
In the event the GRANTEE should default under any of the provisions of this Agreement and the City should employ
attorneys or incur other expenses for the collection of the payments due under this Agreement or the enforcement
of performance or observance of any obligation or agreement on the part of the GRANTEE herein contained the
GRANTEE agrees that it will on demand therefore pay to the City the reasonable fees of such attorneys and such
other expenses so incurred by the City.
Section 7. Notices. Required notices, as provided herein, shall be mailed by first class mail, and shall be
deemed served on the party in question on the date of mailing. Said notices shall be addressed to the pertinent party
at addresses listed below.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have caused this AGREEMENT to be executed as of the day
and year first above written.
CITY OF GALESBURG, an Illinois
municipal corporation,
.m
Peter Schwartzman, Mayor
Kelli Bennewitz, City Clerk
92
Attest:
Address: 55 W. Tompkins St Address:
Galesburg, IL 61401
Grantee (Print name of organization)
Signature of representative
Print name & title
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COUNCIL LETTER
CITY OF GALESBURG
J U N E 19, 2023
AGENDA ITEM: Urban Agriculture grant for Galesburg Fruit Orchards Project
SUMMARY RECOMMENDATION: City staff have reviewed the submitted request and recommend
approval of the $25,000 Urban Agriculture Grant.
BACKGROUND: Council approved the creation of the Urban Agriculture Grant program at the
February 21, 2022 meeting. The program was created to determine the viability of Urban Agriculture
in the City.
Mark Rasmussen of Galesburg Fruit Orchards Project applied for the grant.
The proposed project includes the planting and growing of various fruit trees on multiple vacant lots
throughout the city. Mr. Rasmussen has purchased several surplus lots in the annual city sale over
the years. The owner's goal is to have an orchard within 1 mile of every residence within the city
limits. The orchards will be open to the public for picking, with the remainder to be donated to local
agencies.
The grant funds will be utilized for startup costs such as advertising, crops, and equipment. Once the
grant funds are depleted the owner plans to use personal funds to maintain the business.
If approved the owner anticipates beginning work as soon as possible.
BUDGET IMPACT: If approved the Urban Agriculture grant will be paid from the Planning Fund (054).
$12,500 will be paid upfront in 2023, with the remaining $12,500 being paid out in reimbursements
in 2024.
SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS:
1. Aerial map
2. Submitted grant application.
3. Grant Agreement
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Proposed Urban Agriculture Plo.,
Community Development Department West of Broad Street w�E
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Date: 5/15/2023
Applicant Information
Applicant Name: Mr. Mark F. Rasmussen
Applicant Address: 663 N. Prairie St., Galesburg, IL 61401 Phone Number: (847) 828-3836
Applicant Email: markfrazz@yahoo.com
Business Information
Business Name: LightChase Photography, Inc.
Business Owner: Mr. Mark F. Rasmussen % owned: 100
Owner Phone: (847) 828-3836 E-mail: markfrazz@yahoo.com
Location of Business: 663 N. Prairie St., Galesburg, IL 61401
NAICS Code: 71
Legal status:❑ Corporation❑ ❑
Banking Information
Bank Name: F&M Bank
Fed. Tax ID#: 36-4558982
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Branch Location: Main Street, Galesburg, IL
Lender Name: Mr. Trent Cox Lender Phone Number: (309) 642-7814
Lender Email: _TRENT.COX@thefmbank.com
How it works
1. The applicant submits this application and all documents/information required under
the Submittal Requirements section of this packet to the Community Development
Department.
2. The Urban Agricultural Committee will review the applications
3. City Council will consider request
4. If approved, an agreement between the city and business will be executed and your
project may begin
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Mr. Mark F. Rasmussen 5/12/2023
LightChase Photography, Inc.
663 N. Prairie St.
Galesburg, IL 61401
Dear Galesburg Urban Agricultural Committee,
I hope that you are well today, as you receive my Submittal for an Urban Agricultural
Grant from the City of Galesburg. My name is Mark F. Rasmussen. I am Owner,
President, & Head Guide of LightChase Photography Inc. My responsibilities in
respect to the Galesburg Fruit Orchards Project (GFOP) are as follows:
1) Fruit Orchard Design: Lot Selection, Fruit & Tree Sizing/ Maturity Selection, and
Orchard Layout including Sunlight Availability Analysis (SAA).
2) Fruit Tree Purchasing: Decision -maker for tree sources and purchase decisions.
3) Orchard Lot Purchasing: Decision -maker for lot choice and purchase decisions.
4) Head of Educational Department: Lead Instructor for Public Education regarding
Fruit Tree Selection, Planting, Watering, Pruning, and Environmental Impacts; such
as the promotion of healthy soils, carbon sequestration, reduction of waste, and the
promotion of organic and sustainable agriculture, including protection of pollinizing
insect populations.
5) Head of Community Engagement: Lead Community Engagement Agent (LCEA) for
the GFOP, coordinating and collaborating community engagement with local
organizations, such as the Galesburg Permaculture Club, Girl Scouts, Boy Scouts,
Student Groups, Senior Center, and Private Individuals.
6) Lead Fruit Tree Planter / Supervisor: Fruit Tree Planter & Supervisor of Plantings.
I, Mark F. Rasmussen, thoroughly understand the services relevant to the GFOP.
Proposed Lots, Including Parcel Identification Number (PIN), & Zoning Districts.
1) 432 N. Broad St / PIN: 99-10-403-039 / Zone R-1
2) SW Corner of North St & Cedar St/ PIN: 99-10-451-006 / Zone R-1
3) 213 M. West St / PIN: 99-10-451-009 / Zone R-1
4) 233 N. West St / PIN: 99-10-451-008 / Zone R-1
5) 210 S. Michigan Ave / PIN: 99-13-134-008 / Zone R-1
6) 230 S. Michigan Ave / PIN: 99-13-134-009 / Zone R-1
7) 250 S. Michigan Ave / PIN: 99-13-134-010 / Zone R-1
8) 270 S. Michigan Ave / PIN: 99-13-134-011 / Zone R-1
9) 240 Ohio Ave / PIN: 99-13-110-011 / Zone R-1
10) 243 Ohio Ave / PIN: 99-13-134-003 / Zone R-1
11) 273 Ohio Ave / PIN: 99-13-134-004 / Zone R-1
12) 333 Ohio Ave / PIN: 99-13-176-006 / Zone R-1
13) 353 Ohio Ave / PIN: 99-13-176-007 / Zone R-1
14) 373 Ohio Ave / PIN: 99-13-176-008 / Zone R-1
15) 330 S. Michigan Ave / PIN: 99-13-176-016 / Zone R-1
16) 350 S. Michigan Ave / PIN: 99-13-176-017 / Zone R-1
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17) 370 S. Michigan Ave / PIN: 99-13-176-018 / Zone R-1
18) 390 S. Michigan Ave / PIN: 99-13-176-019 / Zone R-1
19) 2133 E. Knox St / PIN: 99-13-327-010 / Zone R-1
20) 2167 E. Knox St / PIN: 99-13-327-011 / Zone R-1
hereby state that the following are intended aspects of the GFOP.
A) Estimated Total Project Cost of $30,000.
B) Requested Grant Amount of $25,000.
C) Matching Funds of $5,000.
Mr. Mark F. Rasmussen
Mr. Mark F. Rasmussen
Signature
Owner, President, Head Guide
LightChase Photography Inc.
www.lightchasephotograr)hv.com
847-828-3836
Markfrazz@yahoo.com
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Galesburg Urban Agricultural Grant Submittal
Litigation
The Galesburg Fruit Orchards Project (GFOP) does not have any litigation as
described by Litigation Section I, nor described by Litigation Section ii. The Applicant
does not have any Illinois or federal EPA Actions pending.
Operational Approach
The proposed GFOP will advance Agricultural Education and Urban Agricultural
Community Development in the following ways.
Agricultural Education
1) Most people are not aware that fruit trees can be grown and harvested in our part
of the country. For example, the saying "Georgia Peach" has us believing peaches
can only be grown in the south. This is not true, peaches can be quite successful in
our region. Our current orchards provide peaches, plums, apples, cherries, pears,
pluots, apriums, and apricots. By successfully growing these fruit trees in the GFOP,
we can educate and empower people on what can be done where we live, right here
in our own neighborhood, and even at their own home. Knowing what is possible is
an important step.
2) Create awareness in the field of Orchard Science, such as expanding the harvest
season through a "4 Dimensional Approach" (4DA). Many fruit trees have been
hybridized enough that the harvest time for different varieties can be spread
throughout the entire summer, so that the supply of fresh fruit lasts longer through
the season, and does not "lump together" to provide too much fruit at one time. For
example, through clever design, peaches can be harvested from late June all the way
through mid -September, that is almost 3 months for the harvest season. The second
part of 4DA, is there are dwarf, semi -dwarf, and standard fruit trees. Dwarf trees
produce earlier in their lifetime and end earlier, as compared to standard trees.
Typically, dwarf trees will produce fruit 2 seasons after planting, up to 10 seasons.
Whereas, standard trees often take 5 years to start to produce after planting, up to
25 to 30 seasons. Semi -Dwarf trees take a bout 3 years to start to produce, up to 20
seasons. By choosing wisely what tree size, the fruit production can be modulated
equally from 2 years after planting to 30 years after planting. This strategy increases
the longevity of the orchards in the GFOP.
3) The GFOP Educational Outreach Programs will advance Agricultural Education by
providing educational services regarding the entire process, starting with fruit tree
lot selection (including Sunlight Availability Assessment (SAA)), lot purchase, fruit
tree selection, fruit tree purchase options, planting preparation, planting, watering,
pruning, harvesting, and options for produce. These educational services will be
more than just discussion. Interested people can attend free seminars and outings
that will enable them to learn by doing, every single step in the entire process.
They can be involved in lot selection, lot purchase, fruit tree selection, tree purchase
options, planting preparation, planting, watering, pruning, and harvesting. For
example, they can prune a real, growing, live fruit tree which is far more educational
than reading or hearing about pruning.
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Urban Agricultural Community Development
1) A few of the GFOP's orchards can be designated as "Show Case Orchards" for
Educational Opportunities, where people whom are planning to create their own
orchards or plant their own fruit trees can come to learn, view, and understand by
seeing a successful, working orchard in person, accompanied by a Representative of
the GFOP to interact with, answer questions, and discuss ideas specific to their plans.
2) Interpretive signage can be created and placed in a "Show Case Orchard" that
illustrates and explains Fruit Tree Orchard Science, and illustrate all the steps in the
entire process. This signage can be created to educate much in the fashion of an
interactive museum. Booklets can also be created with these principles illustrated
and described.
3) The Educational Services provided in #3 above in Agricultural Education, will bring
the Community together, allow people to meet each other, spend time together,
create friendships, share ideas, and make connections. This process is a major
advancement for Urban Agricultural Community Development.
4) Much of what we think of as Community Development has effects here and now.
However, by reaching out to the and getting children and families interested,
Community Development takes on a whole new expanded meaning. The growth of
the GFOP will grow the Community of Galesburg, whether it be the Urban
Agricultural Community being developed, or the entire Community of Galesburg.
Subcontractor Involvement
Sub -Contractors are:
1) "Jonny's Landscape and Trim, LLC", which includes Jonathan Rodriguez, Sheryl
Rodriguez, and Alicia Rodriguez. Primary activities are Orchard Maintenance,
including mowing, trimming, removal of pruned brush, removal of deceased trees,
and mower repair.
2) "Anderson Firewood & Tree Service", which includes Trent Anderson. Primary
activities are Orchard Maintenance, including removal of pruned brush and removal
of deceased trees.
Summary of Experience
Mark has been designing, creating, maintaining, sharing, and educating about Fruit
Tree Orchards here in Galesburg since he began buying lots, and planting fruit tree
orchards, back in April 2012. In these last 11 years, Mark has planted and
successfully grown for fruit production more than 800 fruit trees in over 24 different
locations. Mark's experience is not in similar sized communities but rather is
primarily IN GALESBURG, so is the most appropriate experience of all. Over these last
11 years, Mark has sustained all activity from his own personal finances.
References
1) Mr. Peter Schwartzman (Mayor of Galesburg, IL)
Contact Number is (309) 877-1988
2) Mr. Trent Cox (Vice President of Commercial Banking at F&M Bank, Galesburg, IL)
Contact Number is (309) 642-7814
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GFOP Objectives
1) Create Awareness of what can reasonably be grown, where we live: meaning the
inherent Climate and Precipitation levels, and in an Urban Area.
2) Educate & Share Knowledge of Practical Orchard Science.
Illustrate the practices of 4 Dimensional Approach (4DA) through expanded harvest
season in a year, and maximizing the number of years of harvest throughout the
lifetime of the orchard.
3) Provide Education and "Hands-on" Experience in all aspects and all steps involved
in creating and sustaining fruit tree orchards.
4) Designate & Fortify "Show Case Orchards" for Educational Purposes
"Show Case Orchards" will be used for gatherings and events. Illustrative and
Educational Signage will be created and installed.
5) Bring the Community Together to develop and strengthen neighborhoods.
Use as a vehicle for creating friendships, sharing ideas, and forging connections.
6) Target Education of Young People, to maximize the effects throughout future
generations. What we do today, has a huge effect upon tomorrow.
7) Establish and Illustrate the Value and Importance of the Preservation of Open
Space, and Connection to Nature. Impress upon our neighbors here in the City of
Galesburg that having community space that offers Open Space and Connection to
Nature is of significant importance.
8) Bring Healthy, Nutritious, Delicious, Wonderful Fruit to Everyone, and with this,
engagement, respect, and connection due to all, as HUMAN BEINGS.
Timeline
1) Official Submittal of Grant Application: 5/15/2023
2) Potential Notice of Grant Award: 7/15/2023
3) Target Dates for Quotes
Pre -arranged, already determined upon success of Submittal: 7/15/2023
4) Hiring Contractors
Pre -arranged, already determined upon success of Submittal: 7/15/2023
5) Harvest of Existing Mature Orchards: 7/15/2023 to 10/15/2023
6) Ordering & Purchasing Equipment
Zero Turn Riding Lawn Mower, Trimmers, Shovels, etc: 7/31/2023
7) Full Launch of the GFOP: 8/15/2023
8) Pruning of Mature Fruit Trees: 12/15/2023
9) Fruit Tree Order Placement: 2/15/2024
10) Receipt of Fruit Tree Orders: 4/15/2024
11) Fruit Tree Planting & Watering: 4/17 to 5/15/2024
12) Signage for Show Case Orchards: 6/15/2024
13) Harvest of Orchards: 6/25/24 to 10/15/2024
14) Completion of Grant Funded GFOP: 11/12024
15) Sustained GFOP: For many, many years to come.
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Hours Onsite and Hours of Operation
Orchard Production Activities are very much seasonal.
A) Planting activity is heavy in April.
B) Watering Activity is heavy in April/May.
C) Orchard Mowing is heavy in May, June, July, and September.
D) Orchard Harvesting is heavy in late June, July, August, September, & early
October.
E) Orchard Pruning is heavy in December and February.
F) Removal of Deceased Trees is sporadic, with higher activity in spring because of
storms, and in winter. Heavier times of year are April, May, November, & March.
Due to this intermittent and sporadic activity, On Site Activity and Hours of
Operation will vary by the time of year. Regular hours of operation will be more
useful during the Harvest Season of June, July, August, & September. Educational
Hours of Operation would see peaks in April, July, & November. Education Hours of
Operation will primarily be set by appointment and by the Seminar Schedule.
Production Outlets
Directly to Neighbors, Neighborhoods, Galesburg Residents, & Visitors.
Any overflow would be to the Food Pantries of Galesburg, IL.
Production consumed within our neighborhoods and within Galesburg.
Organizational Plan and Chart
The purpose of the organization is to expand our existing network of Fruit Orchards
throughout the City of Galesburg, which eventually would entail that every citizen is
within one mile from any Galesburg Fruit Orchard, that would provide delicious,
nutritious, healthy, and organically grown fruit, available for free during the harvest
season.
The Management Structure emanates from a "Presidential Management" format,
which then branches into a "Triple Department" Format, with each branch
being a Department for "Orchard Creation", "Orchard Maintenance",and "Orchard
Engagement". Each Department, has a Department Head, whom is in charge of the
activities and responsibilities of their Department, and Assistants, who perform
specific roles within the specific Department of the Organization. The Department
Head answers to the President.
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President
Mark Rasmussen
Orchard Creation Orchard Maintenance
DH: Mark Rasmussen DH: Jonathan Rodriguez
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1) Orchard Selection
2) Orchard Purchase
3) Fruit Tree Planting
4) Fruit Tree Pruning
5) Fruit Tree Harvest
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Orchard Creation
Assistants
1) Jonathan Rodriguez
2) Sheryl Rodriguez
3) Trent Anderson
4) Volunteers
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2) Orchard Trimming
3) Pruned Wood Removal
4) Deceased Tree Removal
5) Mower Repair
Orchard Maintenance
Assistants
1) Sheryl Rodriguez
2) Trent Anderson
3) Alicia Rodriguez
4) Volunteers
Orchard Engagement
DH: Mark Rasmussen
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1) Engagement With
Public & Private Entities
2) Educational Aspects
3) Fruit Trees Outreach
4) Environmental Impacts
5) Speaker Acquisition
Orchard Engagement
Assistants
1) Jonathan Rodriguez
2) Guest Biologists
3) Guest Speakers
Proposed Manpower on Which Cost Is Based Will Exceed Requirements
Over the last 3 years, from April 2020 until April 2023, the Team of Mark Rasmussen,
Jonathan Rodriquez, and Sheryl Rodriguez has been productive enough to exceed
the needs of the current GFOP's orchards and lots. We currently have 10 lots
completed as orchards, and 15 more lots waiting to be converted to Orchards.
Our funded proposal and submittal would expand the GFOP's orchards significantly.
In order to keep production and maintenance successful and continue to exceed
the needs of all of the orchards in the GFOP, this proposal/submittal includes the
following:
1) 50% Increased Activity by Mark Rasmussen
2) 50% Increased Activity by Jonathan Rodriguez
3) 80% Increased Activity by Sheryl Rodriguez
4) Addition of Trent Anderson, 100% Increase
5) Addition of Alicia Rodriguez, 100% Increase
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Qualifications of Personnel
The following executives, supervisors, and personnel are considered key to the
successful performance of the services.
A) Mr. Mark Rasmussen
Individual's Qualifications: Mark has been heavily involved in creating Fruit Tree
Orchards and Permaculture since May 2001. In these last 22 years, Mark has planted
and successfully grown for fruit production more than 1,000 fruit trees in over 30
different locations. Mark has been involved in horticulture, permaculture, gardening,
landscaping, and orchard science for the last 49 years. Mark has presented more
than 500 public presentations since 1996, in the fields of Lighting, Leadership in
Energy & Environmental Design (LEED), Photography, Travel, and Orchard Science.
Training & Education: Mark's degree is a Bachelor of Science in Electrical
Engineering from the University of Illinois in Urbana / Champaign, Illinois
Training & Education in permaculture and fruit tree orchard science and experience
is self-taught.
Experience with Similar Projects: Mark has been creating Orchards in Galesburg and
the surrounding cities of Galva and Knoxville, IL since April 2012. In these last 11
years, Mark has planted and successfully grown for fruit production more than 800
fruit trees in over 24 different locations.
Position Within GFOP: Mark is President, Orchard Creation Department Head,
and Orchard Engagement Department Head of the GFOP. Mark also leads the Fruit
Tree Outreach Program (FTOP).
B) Mr. Jonathan Rodriguez
individual's Qualifications: Jonathan has been involved in maintenance of the Fruit
Tree Orchards and Landscaping since May 2020. In these last 3 years, Jonathan has
maintained more than 10 orchards. Jonathan has experience in horticulture,
permaculture, and landscaping for the last 20 years.
Training & Education: Training & Education in permaculture and fruit tree orchard
science and experience is self-taught.
Experience with Similar Projects: Jonathan has his own Landscaping Company,
"Jonny's Landscape and Trim" LLC, since March 2022. Jonathan has completed
various Landscaping Projects in Galesburg during this time.
Position Within GFOP: Jonathan is Orchard Maintenance Department Head,
and is an Assistant in the Orchard Creation and Orchard Engagement Departments.
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RESUME
MARK F. RASMUSSEN
663 N. Prairie St, Galesburg, IL 61401
(847) 828-3836 / markfrazz@yahoo.com
SUMMARY
Mark Rasmussen has had many accomplishments in his various careers, including the
following. Mark has created and achieved success in three (3) business ventures. In
all of these business ventures, Mark has been the creator and Principal of the
business.
1) Energy Specialists (Energy Engineering, Building Design, LEED): 1/1993 to 2/2013
2) LightChase Photography (Photo Tours, Seminars, & Exhibits): 7/2003 to Present
3) Victorian Lives (Restoration of Victorian Homes): 8/2008 to Present
In all of these ventures, the common themes have been:
1) Providing Education, Instruction, & Empowerment
2) Environmental Awareness, Protection, and Inspiration
3) Advancement of Community Involvement
4) Economic Justice and Opportunity
WORK EXPERIENCE
1) Center for Neighborhood Technology (CNT): Energy Engineer (8/91 to 1/93)
Energy Engineer for not -for -profit organization in Chicago. Head engineer for
Lighting Design and Grant Writer.
2) Energy Specialists: Principal, Energy Engineer, LEED (1/93 to 2/13)
Energy Conservation, Building Design, and LEED Certification.
3) LightChase Photography: President & Head Guide (7/03 to Present)
President & Head Guide of worldwide photography tour business,
Seminar Provider, and Art Exhibitions.
4) Victorian Lives: Restoration of Victorian Homes (8/08 to Present)
President and Team Leader of twelve (12) man team, of all specialties needed to
restore Victorian Homes, including: Vision, Finance, Purchase, Plumbing, Heating,
Cooling, Carpentry, Roofing & Siding, Painting (exterior and interior), Appliance
Repair & Maintenance, Foundations, and Landscaping. Our team has restored or is in
the process of restoring seventeen (17) homes in Galesburg, Galva, and Knoxville, IL
in the last 15 years.
ACCOMPLISHMENTS
1) Creator of officially certified National Wildlife Federation Mini -Wildlife Refuge in
the country near Princeton, IL. Invented the "Water Ladder System" which allows
creatures that are normally bound to separated water entities to become mobile
through the creation and maintenance of water features that are close enough
together, and of different types (ponds, creeks, streams) that the creatures can
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move throughout the habitat created. Thus, creatures that are usually immobile on a
larger scale, can become mobile.
2) Creation & Maintenance of 150 Fruit Tree Orchard in Princeton, IL area.
3) Team Member of First LEED Platinum Certification in the USA.
4) Highest Efficiency of Awarded Grant Applications in the ECE Grant Program, from
1993 to 2003.
5) LightChase Photography offers 112 different Photography Tours throughout the
world. This is more than double any other photography tour company offers, and
more than 4 times as many as a photography tour company operated by one
photographer.
6) LightChase Photography has presented more than 300 seminars over the last 20
years.
7) Have created, developed, & maintained 10 Fruit Tree Orchards plus Fruit Tree
Orchards at restored Victorian Homes in the Galesburg, Illinois Area. All total this
encompasses more than 800 fruit trees in 24 locations.
EDUCATION / CERTIFICATIONS
1) Valedictorian of St. Laurence High School, Burbank, IL Class of 1987
2) Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering, University of Illinois Ubana-
Champaign, Class of 1991
3) Leadership in Energy & Environmental Design (LEED) Certified
4) Certification of National Wildlife Federation Mini -Wildlife Refuge
Budget Table & Narrative
(See Excel Printouts)
Urban Agricultural Grant Advance Request
The GFOP respectfully requests an Advance of $6,250 from the City of Galesburg if
the GFOP should be successful in its application to be awarded a grant. This advance
would be used to purchase a zero turn riding mower for $3,750 and to fund mowing
operations for the rest of the mowing season, in an amount of $2,500, for 2023. The
$6,250 advance is equal to 25% of the $25,000 Grant being applied for. As such, it is
well below the 50% limit on Advance Requests.
Crops & Equipment
A) Crops grown are and will be:
1) Peaches
2) Plums
3) Pluots
4) Apriums
5) Apricots
6) Apples
7) Cherries
8) Pears
9) Grapes
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B) Equipment necessary are:
1) Riding & Zero Turn Mowers for Orchard Grass Mowing
2) Pruning Poles, Saws, and Loppers
3) Shovels for digging holes for tree plantings
4) Borrow Water storage barrels for watering
5) Borrow trailer for water transport
Community Engagement
Since Orchard Engagement (aka Community Engagement) is one of the three (3)
Departments in the GFOP, this firmly illustrates the importance of Community
Engagement to this project. Essentially, the entire purpose of the GFOP is to engage
with the Community. When we tie this in with Mark's past experience in all of his
ventures, all of which have been heavily tuned into Community Engagement, it is
perfectly clear that the highest intent of the GFOP is Community Engagement.
The highest form of educational methods is a full "hands on" experience, which is
what the GFOP offers to the Community. Years ago, I read a study which quantified
student's recall to various means and methods of education. If students and an
instructor were in a classroom and the instructor was only speaking, only 5% of what
was taught was recalled by the students at a later date. This is our base case. If the
method of education was the instructor doing an activity with the intent of
educating the students, but the students were not directly involved, the percent
recall was increased to 20%, which is 4 times more effective than the base case. If
the method of education was the student doing the activity, and the instructor was
only speaking, the percentage of recall rose to 45%, which is 9 times more effective
than the base case. If both the instructor and the student collaborated and both
were directly involved in a "hands on" experience, then the percentage of recall rose
to 90%, which is 18 times higher than the base case, and twice as high as the next
highest method. As such, the GFOP fully intends to maximize the educational
component of their Community Engagement by using the highest efficiency
educational method of having both the instructor and the community / individual
collaborate in a "hands on" experience.
The old adage about "giving a man a fish, and you feed him for a day, but teach him
how to fish, and you feed him for a lifetime" applies here, but with fresh fruit, a
more beautiful landscape, and the pride and enjoyment that growing your own food
brings.
The GFOP will pursue and accomplish Community Engagement through the following
venues. Some of these venues have already been established, denoted as "Existing
Engagements", and some will be created and established, denoted as "Future
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1) Direct Community Engagement Through Organizations
A) Galesburg Permaculture Club (Existing Engagements)
1) Fruit Tree Planting & Educational Outings in April
2) Pruning & Educational Outings in November and March
3) Fruit Harvesting & Educational Outings in July & August
B) Girl Scouts (Future Engagements)
1) Fruit Tree Planting & Educational Outings in April
2) Photography & Educational Outings in April
3) Pruning & Educational Outings in November and March
4) Fruit Harvesting & Educational Outings in July & August
C) Boy Scouts (Future Engagements)
1) Fruit Tree Planting & Educational Outings in April
2) Photography & Educational Outings in April
3) Pruning & Educational Outings in November and March
4) Fruit Harvesting & Educational Outings in July & August
D) Local Outdoor Camps (Existing Engagements)
1) Fruit Tree Planting Outings in April
2) Pruning Outings in November and March
3) Fruit Harvesting Outings in July & August
E) Senior Center (Future Engagements)
1) Fruit Harvesting Outings in July & August
F) Domestic Violence Shelters (Future Engagements)
1) Photography Outings in April
2) Fruit Harvesting Outings in July & August
G) Places of Business: Banks, Restaurants, Community Organizations
1) Engage as Funding Opportunity for GFOP From Community Businesses
2) Direct Community Engagement with Individuals (Existing & Future Engagement)
A) Fruit Tree Planting & Educational Outings in April
B) Photography & Educational Outings in April
C) Pruning & Educational Outings in November and March
D) Fruit Harvesting & Educational Outings in July & August
Financial Capability
We have the financial capability and wherewithal to sustain the GFOP after the
requested grant funds have been depleted. Quite simply, the first 10 years of the
GFOP have been financed completely and solely by Mark Rasmussen. We have
created and maintained the first 10 orchards and nearly 25 lots total during these
initial 10 years prior to applying for a grant. With a grant allowing us to collaborate
with the City of Galesburg, our plan is to expand the GFOP system to another
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10 orchards, for a total of 20 orchards. Once the target number of orchards created
has been reached, the expense profile of the GFOP will shift beyond Orchard
Creation to Orchard Maintenance and Orchard (Community) Engagement.
The highest expenses are typically encountered in Orchard Creation (Lot Purchase,
Fruit Tree Purchase, Fruit Tree Planting, and Fruit Tree Watering). Beyond the
collaboration in the form of the grant, Orchard Creation expenses become very low,
because all the orchards will have been planted, and only fruit tree replacement due
to mortality is needed. Beyond the collaboration in the form of a grant, Orchard
Maintenance (Mowing & Pruning), becomes the greatest expense. However,
neighbors near the Fruit Tree Orchards of the GFOP will be stepping up to volunteer
to mow the orchards, as a number of neighbors already do, and extremely well. The
Galesburg Permaculture Club already volunteers during outings to prune a portion of
the orchards. Truly, in time, the Neighborhood will sustain the Neighborhood
Orchard.
The GFOP intends to reach out to Community Organizations, Community Businesses,
Banks, Restaurants, and Philanthropists once the grant has been depleted, offering
signage and advertising for these entities, in exchange for "Sponsoring A
Neighborhood Orchard" in an amount of funds that will pay for Orchard
Maintenance for the year.
Applicant's Financial Statements for the 3 most recent years have been provided
within this package. A written reference from Mr. Trent Cox, Vice President of
Commercial Banking at F&M Bank, has also been included within this package.
Environmental Impact
The GFOP will have a significant positive Environmental Impact. This is true now, and
will be even more true when the City of Galesburg and the GFOP collaborate. To
educate, to inspire, to show what is possible, to bring people together for the best of
reasons as a community, or as a group of individuals, that become a group of
neighbors, that become a group of friends is the very best way to make a positive
Environmental Impact. To have people's awareness expand of the good, the
benefits, and the positive feeling about being part of making those benefits happen,
is what advancement is, seeing and knowing that the goal, the dream, can and is
coming true.
To plant the seed of knowledge within the young where, when it grows, the benefits
multiply, just as a single peach seed grows into a Peach Tree, and the fruits of that
labor and care, multiply into many thousands of peaches. This is why we of the GFOP
focus our educational efforts most toward the young.
So, the first step of making an Environmental Impact is to inspire, which in turn
motivates, which then turns into action. The actions then promote positive
Environmental Impact through the following:
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Promotion of Clean Water
When people witness the use of clean water, and the nourishing effect that it has on
plants ( in this case, fruit trees), they begin to understand the value that clean water
has in terms of producing and improving life, both that of plants, to animals, and
including human beings. Life expectancy in the US was only in the upper 30s of years
back in the early part of the 1900s, when drinking water purification was nearly non-
existent. When water purification techniques were invented, the life expectancy
leapt up by more than 15 years, to be into the early to mid-50s. Basically, people's
life expectancy in the USA increased by 40% just because of clean water.
Part of the Signage of the Community Engagement Department will present
information about Clean Water, and what it means to everything on Earth. This is
where we have the opportunity to directly make people aware of the power and
importance of Clean Water.
Promotion of Healthy Soils
When people see the soil, as we dig to plant the fruit trees, their thoughts then go
beyond just what they see on the surface, their thoughts now begin to think beneath
the surface, and into the ground. With this expanded awareness, the potential for
educating, inspiring, and motivating people to create healthy soils by cleaning up
soils that have been degraded, and to protect healthy soils that exist now from
pollution and toxic deposition.
Part of the Signage of the Community Engagement Department will present
information about Healthy Soils, and what it means to everything on Earth. This is
where we have the opportunity to directly make people aware of the power and
importance of Healthy Soils.
Promotion of Carbon Sequestration
As we guide people through a mature orchard, and the fruit trees wrap around and
above them, they feel surrounded by the trees of the orchard. The orchard comes to
life essentially as it surrounds them and frames their world for these precious
moments. This is when we have the greatest opportunity to again inspire and
motivate about how the trees and people collaborate as a Team, with people
breathing in Oxygen (02) and breathing out Carbon Dioxide (CO2), which the Trees
then breathe the CO2 in, and upon expulsion, breathe out Oxygen (02). In essence,
the trees give us what we need for life, and we return that back to the trees. This is a
wonderful cycle of rejuvenation that people and trees share. In this process, Carbon
(C) is captured (sequestered) by the trees. This cycle takes the Carbon that people
expel in their breathing, and captures it, releasing only the Oxygen (02) instead.
Part of the Signage of the Community Engagement Department will present
information about Carbon Sequestration, and what it means to everything on Earth.
This is where we have the opportunity to directly make people aware of the power
and importance of Carbon Sequestration.
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Pollinator Habitat
Each year, in the spring season, typically from April 7th to May 7th in Galesburg, the
fruit tree orchards come to life with an abundance of blossoms, with the plum trees
blossoming first, then the peaches and cherries, then the apples, and pears. This 30
day period is a joyous time to be alive, and to immerse yourself into the beauty and
fragrance of the orchards. There are literally millions of blossoms, blooming
simultaneously. Thus, the orchards produce an amazing habitat for Pollinizing
creatures and insects. At a time when menns usage of toxic chemicals is at its highest,
and these chemicals are destroying massive amounts of pollinizing creatures and
insects, our orchards stand out as a beacon of light to the pollinators that are critical
to our ability to produce harvests to sustain our world, and US ourselves.
Part of the Signage of the Community Engagement Department will present
information about Pollinator Habitat & Pollinators, and what it means to everything
on Earth. This is where we have the opportunity to directly make people aware of
the power and importance of Pollinator Habitat and Pollinizing Creatures & Insects.
Reduction of Waste, Increased Efficiency of Energy & Water Usage
When established methods of providing produce for human consumption are used,
typically under ripe fruit is harvested, packaged heavily, then shipped by truck over
many miles of open road travel (along with all the air pollution, energy usage, fuel
consumption, noise pollution, and traffic hazards involved), then the packaging is
removed, discarded or recycled, the fruit is washed, and presented at the grocery
store for purchase. Throughout this process materials, energy, water, fuel, and
human effort are all consumed to produce an inferior product, when compared to
fresh fruit picked right off a tree by your very own hand!
Instead, at the GFOP orchards, tree -ripened fresh fruit is hand-picked (with joy),
And there is no packaging necessary, no trucking or shipping necessary, no air
pollution created, no wasted energy usage, no wasted fuel consumption, no noise
pollution generated (is instead replaced by sounds of happiness!), no need to
purchase at the grocery store, no time wasted shopping, and your money stays in
your own pocket. All this has been improved, and you have the best produce
product imaginable.
Promotion of Organic & Sustainable Agriculture
Most people are quite aware of the quality or lack thereof in some cases, of fruit
available for purchase in a grocery store. They are not aware of the chemicals used
in the production of that fruit, or the energy, water, materials and waste that is
consumed and created by the process of getting this fruit to that grocery store. Very
few people are aware of the quality of fresh fruit hand-picked at the height of
ripeness, right from the tree. However, we can change ALL that with the GFOP,
because we can empower people with a choice of the inferior versus the superior,
by having them taste a grocery store peach and taste a GFOP Peach right from the
tree, that they harvested by and for themselves. Instant results, instant
understanding, and instant fulfillment are offered. We can enable people to choose
how much chemicals and pesticides are used to produce their food, we can show
them that they DO have a choice. This choice of organic, chemical free and pesticide-
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free, wonderful fruit promotes clean water, healthy soils, carbon sequestration,
pollinator habitat, reduction of waste, increased efficiency of energy and water, and
promotes a Community, which is Engaged with One Another!
Yes, both the Agriculture and the Community Engagement are both Sustainable!
Economic Justice
The GFOP will provide delicious, nutritious, healthy, and organically grown fruit,
available for free during the harvest season. Sharing of the bounty, including the
educational aspects of entrepreneurial education / skills training, will be offered to
ALL, independent of income, economic means, gender, race, creed, and color. ALL
will be seen, related to, and engaged with as HUMAN BEINGS, with all respect due
another Human Being.
Certificate of Insurance
General Liability Insurance for the activities that GFOP will offer will be obtained
through Porter -Hay Insurance, through their office here in Galesburg, IL. Evidence of
the required insurance shall be provided within 10 days of grant notification by the
City of Galesburg.
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Potential Addition to the Galesburg Fruit Orchard Program
Fruit Tree Outreach Program
The Fruit Tree Outreach Program will expand Community Development by going
beyond the Fruit Tree Orchards themselves to the homes of people in the
community. It is one concept to have centers of production in the form of the GFOP
orchards, but it is something beyond that, to educate, empower, and even directly
assist homeowners with growing fruit trees on their own property.
Currently, at retail locations in Galesburg, good quality 5 gallon fruit trees cost
approximately $55 per tree. With the GFOP's purchasing power and connections
with Adams County Nursery (ACN), we can purchase bare root stock fruit trees
of equal or better quality, variety, type, and size for approximately $13 to $16 per
tree, including freight cost. Effectively, we can get four (4) fruit trees for the price of
one (1). Using this purchasing power, the GFOP plans to create and maintain a "Fruit
Tree Outreach Program" (FTOP) where a GFOP Representative will meet with
interested homeowners, survey their property, and ascertain the potential for the
homeowner to grow their own fruit trees. If the potential is high enough, the FTOP
will provide free fruit trees, assistance in planting, and advice to the homeowner.
The old adage about "giving a man a fish, and you feed him for a day, but teach him
how to fish, and you feed him for a lifetime" applies here, but with fresh fruit, a
more beautiful landscape, and the pride and enjoyment that growing your own food
brings.
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GALESBURG FRUIT ORCHARD PROGRAM SUBMITTAL
Budget Table & Narrative
45055
Item Description
Quantity
Cost / Unit
Labor/Hour
Total Cost
Source of Estimate / Actual Experience
A) Lot Purchases
3
$150
N/A
$450
Galesburg City Lot Sale, Past Experience
B) Zero Turn Riding Mower
1
$3,750
N/A
$3,750
Farm King Flyer, Sale in April 2023, Includes Tax
C) Fruit Trees Purchasing
420
$18
N/A
$7,560
Adams County Nursery ACN, Past Experience
D) Fruit Tree Planting
380
$5
$20 / Hr
$1,900
15 Minutes Per Tree, Past Experience
Volunteer Work Not Included
60
$0
N/A
$0
15 Minutes Per Tree, Past Experience
E) Fruit Tree Watering
333
N/A
$15 / hr
$750
3 Minutes Per Tree, Past Experience
Volunteer Work Not Included
107
$0
N/A
$0
3 Minutes Per Tree, Past Experience
F) Orchard Pruning (Rotational 50% Per Year)
5
$0
$15 / hr
$600
8 Hours Per Orchard, Past Experience
Volunteer Work Not Included
1
$0
N/A
$0
8 Hours Per Orchard, Past Experience
G) Harvest Fruit from Orchards
6.5
$0
$15 / hr
$780
8 Hours Per Orchard, Past Experience, 65% GFOP
Volunteer Work Not Included
3.5
$0
N/A
$0
18 Hours Per Orchard, Post Experience, 35% Volunteer
H) Mowing & Trimming Orchards
340
$25
N/A
$8,500
20 Mowings Per Season, 17 Orchards, $25per (Past Experience)
Volunteer Work Not Included
60
$0
N/A
$0
20 Mowings Per Season, 3 Orchards Volunteer (Existing)
1) Mower Repair & Materials
20
$20
$15 / hr
$1,000
Repairs/Maintenance, Plus 40 Hours Labor (Maint Dept Head)
J) Pruning Waste Removal
10
$0
$15 / hr
$300
10 Orchards, 2 Hours per Orchard (Past Experience)
K) Show Case Orchard Signage
20
$50
N/A
$1,000
20 Signs @ $50 per Sign (Anticipated by Department Head)
L) Education & Community Engagement
20
N/A
$20 / hr
$1,050
20 Events, 2.625hrs / event (Anticipated by Department Head)
M) Real Estate Taxes
20
$75
N/A
$1,500
Real Estate Taxes Vary, $75 Average Shown, Past Experience
N) General Liability Insurance
1
$860
N/A
$860
Porter -Hay Insurance Quote by Ms. Jacky Cain, Galesburg
TOTALS
$30,000
NARRATIVE:
A) Lot Purchases: The intent is to purchase three (3) new lots for the GFOP in the calendar year following the Grant Inception Date.
B) Zero Turn Riding Mower: The intent is to purchase a Husqvarna Zero Turn Riding Mower following the Grant Inception Date.
C) Fruit Trees Purchasing: LCP has a 10 year relationship with Adams County Nursery (ACN) in Adams County Pennsylvania.
The $18 per bare root tree indicated is an average over all types of fruit trees ordered, and includes the cost of the tree, any royalties,
the fruit tree improvement tax, sales tax, and freight.
D) Fruit Tree Planting: From the last 10 years experience, we know that it takes about 15 minutes on average for a tree to be planted,
including laying out the orchard design. Intended pay rate for digging, placing bare root fruit tree, and recovering with dirt and
dressing is $20 per hour. We anticipate volunteer assistance in this activity.
E) Fruit Tree Watering: From the last 10 years experience, we know that it takes about 3 minutes on average for a tree to be watered,
including bringing water on site. Intended pay rate for bringing water to on site, and watering is $15 per hour. We anticipate volunteer
assistance in this activity.
F) Orchard Pruning (Rotational 50% Per Year): The GPOF intends to prune 50% of the mature orchards each year, thus in the first
year there are 5 mature orchards needing pruning.
G) Harvest Fruit from Orchards: In the first year, there will be 10 mature orchards that will have a harvest. We anticipate a 65%
staff harvest & a 35% volunteer harvest.
H) Mowing & Trimming Orchards: Mowing Season is April 15th to October 15th, with 4 mowings per month in May, June, July,
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& September. April & October are expected to have 1 mowing each, and August is expected to have 2 mowings due to the heat slowing
grass growth. This mowing season equates to 20 mowings per season. There are 20 orchards total, with 18 being mowed by
contractor @ $25 per orchard, and 2 being mowed by Volunteers. The GFOP already has volunteers that have mown
for the last 5 years.
1) Mower Repair & Materials: For maintenance, we expect 10 belt replacements, 10 other repairs, and 40 hours of labor @ $15
per hour for maintenance for the season. These estimates are based upon actual past experience, and provided by the
Orchard Maintenance Department Head.
J) Pruning Waste Removal: Prunings from the fruit trees for the 10 mature orchards need to be removed, this usually takes
2 hours per orchard. Current Contractor signed on.
K) Show Case Orchard Signage: Estimated, 20 signs in the Show Case Orchard, at a cost, including design of $50 per sign,
for a project total of $1,000.
L) Education & Community Engagement: We anticipate 20 events: including planting, watering, harvesting, pruning, and photography.
Estimates by Orchard Engagement Dept Head. Each event is expected to last anywhere from 1 hour to 4 hours, with a weighted
average of 2.625 hours per event. Staff pay rate is intended to be $20 per hour.
M) Real Estate Taxes: Real Estate Taxes paid for the various lots depend upon where the lots are, how long ago we purchased the lots,
and current assessed values for each lot. These various factors result in various real estate taxes for each lot. Some lots have $0
real estate taxes (they are valued lower than the threshold for paying real estate taxes),some have real estate taxes of less than $60,
and some as high as the $100 to $150 range. Ultimately, real estate tax amount can change over time. As such, we have estimated
the real estate taxes that will be paid for the lots total in this table.
N) General Liability Insurance: Annual Premium for GLI from Ms. Jacky Cain, with Porter -Hay Insurance Agency, Galesburg Office.
O) Major Benefit of Existing Relationship With Adams County Nursery: LightChase Photography / Mark Rasmussen has a
long term relationship with Adams County Nursery (ACN), as I have ordered many fruit trees from ACN nearly every year over the last
10 years. Based upon this, we are able to purchase bare root stock trees of various fruit types and of considerable size, typically a trunk
diameter of 7/8", which is an excellent size for starting fruit trees. The average cost, including the trees themselves, all fees, and
freight is about $18 per tree. In comparison, to shop locally, we can only purchase inferior trees, with far fewer choices for type
of fruit and variety, and the cost is $55 per tree. If we consider the difference in cost between these two (2) scenarios, and we
apply the difference to the 420 fruit trees in the budget, the difference is $23,100 if we purchase locally, and only $7,560
from ACN. Thus, this relationship with ACN generates an avoided cost of $15,540. These avoided costs can be applied to
the rest of the project, making our use of the Urban Agricultural Grant a very efficient use of grant funds.
NECESSITY OF GRANT FUNDING TO COMPLETE THE GALESBURG FRUIT ORCHARD PROGRAM
The Galesburg Fruit Orchard Program (GFOP) has been in existance since April 2013, which is now 10 years of time.
Mr. Mark Rasmussen has been the sole financial backer for the GFOP over these intial 10 years. There are a handful
of people who have been supportive in this endeavor by volunteering to mow some orchards, help plant a few trees,
offer their water from their home spigot to water newly planted trees, but in general, Mark has paid all the bills, and done
the vast majority of the labor, thought, and planning. This project has truly been a labor of love for Mark.
The Project now consists of 10 fully planted orchards, some of which are a few lots per orchard, and with a total of
25 different lots. This is a sizeable venture, and in the last few years, we have provided fresh fruit for anywhere from
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100 to 150 people. Mark continues to sustain this project through the use of his own finances.
However, the GFOP can be much more, and can reach out to many more people. The current project size is reaching
a level that Mark can sustain but not grow. The purposes of pursuing an Urban Agricultural Grant are many, but a few
of the most important are to reach out to even more people, more families, more neighborhoods, and more areas of Galesburg.
In order to accomplish this, Mark is reaching out to the City of Galesburg, so that we can collaborate to effectively
and efficiently expand the GFOP to include twenty (20) orchards rather than the existing ten (10). Grant funds are necessary to
purchase enough fruit trees to plant all twenty (20) orchards and to purchase more high quality equipment to maintain
the additional orchards. And, very importantly, the Grant Funds would enable the GFOP to substantially increase Community
Engagement, Education, and Advancement of Urban Agricultural Opportunities in Galesburg and the surrounding areas.
This expansion to twenty (20) orchards, will still be sustainable by Mark alone after it is accomplished. In part, the reason is
that planting the orchards are the greatest expense, and once the orchards are all planted, the expense to maintain
them is less than the cost to create them. So, once the expansion is complete, the cost to maintain the entity of
the GFOP will be reduced, and will be sustainable. With the Educational & Community Engagement aspects of the GFOP,
it is quite certain that volunteers will step forward, at an even higher level than the last fews years. This will make the
expanded GFOP ever more sustainable. Together, the City of Galesburg and the GFOP can make great things happen!
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Aim High. Bank Strong.
May 10, 2023
To Whom It May Concern:
I am writing on behalf of Mark Rasmussen regarding his grant application with the City of Galesburg for
his new fruit orchard business. I have known Mark for over 8 years, since the time he started his
relationship with F&M Bank. During this time I have worked with Mark on numerous occasions for both
personal and business banking needs. We went from two people knowing very little about each other
to good friends who share a great connection to their community and just enjoy conversation.
Mark has proven his ability to follow through on his commitments and has performed as agreed on all of
his relationships with the bank. He consistently provides effective and timely responses to requests as
needed. He has displayed the ability to own and operate a successful photography business for the 8
years that I have known him. He works with his clients to provide an enjoyable experience with his
services, as well as, provides instructional learning to enhance their individual skillset.
Mark has shared his passion and talents for growing fruit over the years, by bringing in samples of items
grown from is personal garden. He has shared his desire to support the growth and well-being of our
community with the addition of his new fruit orchard business and I look forward to seeing his vision
become a reality. I believe that Mark is committed to providing a community garden and has the
knowledge and financial capability to sustain such a project.
Sincerely,
Trent D. Cox
Vice President
Commercial Banking Manager
N M LS #571424
Main Street Office 21 E. Main St., Galesburg, IL 61402-1208 309.343.7141
Henderson Street Office 1230 N. Henderson St., Galesburg, IL 61402-1208 309.344.3700
Seminary Square Office 2616 Veterans Dr., Galesburg, IL 61402-1208 309.344.3232
Peoria Office 4900 N. Glen Park Place, Peoria, IL 61614 309.683.2881
Brimfield Office 123 E. Knoxville Ave., Brimfield, IL 61517 309.446.3344
Monmouth Office 2 Americlnn Way Suite D, Monmouth, IL 61462 309 734 5757
Member FDIC
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Recommendation Letter from Ms, Hannah Lyon
On Behalf of Galesburg Fruit Orchard Program
HB Lyon
Mark Rasmussen
Fri, May 12 at 5:52 PM
I am writing on behalf of Mark Rasmussen's community orchard
grant application. My name is Hannah Lyon. Three years ago, I
started Permaculture Club, a group of local residents interested in
growing food, planting trees, restoring ecosystems, and connecting
around nature. The group has around 80 members and we meet
up about every other month for resource sharing, workshops,
garden tours and more. It has been wonderful to connect with
Mark and his orchards. Permaculture Club has helped plant and
prune the fruit trees, and enjoyed the abundance of fruit. We have
held three pruning workshops, in which attendees learned pruning
techniques for young and established trees. The orchards are
great learning spaces, as they have many types of fruit trees, each
with their own specifications. I am looking forward to helping with
this incredible community asset in the years to come.
Going forward, Permaculture Club will partner with more planting
and pruning days, help establish pollinator plots, put in fruiting
bushes, teach food preservation skills, and continue to utilize the
orchards are teaching locations. Residents can take the skills they
learn at these events to better care for their home gardens and/or
improve their home economies with healthy fresh foods.
On a side note, whenever I have friends visiting from out of town, I
make sure to take them by an orchard. These orchards and Mark's
quiet diligence over the years make me proud of our town and
community.
Thanks for your consideration,
Hana Lyon
hblyon gmail.com
546 N Chambers St
Galesburg IL 61401
(510) 759-3269
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GALESBURG ASSISTANCE PROGRAM
GRANT AGREEMENT
THIS AGREEMENT is made and entered into this __ day of ......... 2023 (the "EFFECTIVE DATE"),
by and between the City of Galesburg, an Illinois municipal corporation (hereinafter referred to as "CITY"), and
( hereinafter the "GRANTEE").
WHEREAS, the Mayor and City Council desire to advance agricultural education and/or urban agricultural
community development in Galesburg; and
WHEREAS, the Mayor and City Council of the CITY approved the Urban Agriculture Pilot Program (hereinafter
the "PROGRAM") at their February 21, 2022 meeting to aid in the development of the urban agriculture industry
with certain qualifying expenses; and
WHEREAS, the GRANTEE is the owner of a qualifying property located within the CITY and has applied for a
grant through the PROGRAM, and the CITY has approved such application.
NOW, THEREFORE, the parties, for good and valuable consideration, the receipt and sufficiency of
which are hereby acknowledged, agree as follows:
Section 1. Grant Amount. Upon the execution of this Agreement, the CITY shall cause the disbursement of
proceeds in an amount not to exceed $25,000 (the "GRANT").
Section 2. Funds Disbursement. Per this agreement $12,500 of the total amount will be distributed up front
in Calendar year 2023. The remaining $12,500 will be distributed as reimbursements in calendar year 2024.
Section 3. Grant Requirements. GRANTEE agrees that it shall utilize the GRANT solely for purposes in
connection with the business located in Galesburg, IL 61401 and as outlined in its funding request previously
submitted by the GRANTEE, which is incorporated by reference into this agreement. GRANTEE hereby accepts the
funding for the sole purposes listed in its said funding request and agrees that the funds provided by the CITY shall
be used for those purposes, and no other. A GRANTEE's request for any modification must be made in writing and
approved by CITY before any expenditures differing from the original GRANT award are paid from funds provided
by CITY.
Section 4. Representations of GRANTEE. In connection with the GRANT, the GRANTEE represents and
warrants that:
a. It will work with established and/or new community partnerships to leverage resources and/or
increase the quality or quantity of services provided; and
b. Provide for neighborhood communication and participation as well as youth engagement and education;
and
c. The applicant, including all owners with at least 10% ownership, is/are in good standing with the CITY and
the State of Illinois (i.e. no outstanding fines or fees, no tax delinquencies, and possess all required
licenses); and
d. Provide progress reports and proof that grant project work has been done by submitting details of each
purchase on receipts or invoices and proof vendors have been paid; and
e. Upon completion of the grant project, submission and approval of a final progress report will be required
to receive the final payment.
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Section 5. CITY not liable. The parties agree that the CITY is not herein entering into any contract or
agreement with any vendors or contractors for the purchase of any goods or services under the PROGRAM. The
parties also agree that the CITY is not in any manner providing any warranties or other assurances about the quality
or suitability of any goods or services provided to the GRANTEE for under the PROGRAM. The parties agree further
that GRANTEE shall hold the CITY harmless for any damages to persons or property that may occur during or in any
manner arising from the PROGRAM.
Section 6. Default. If the CITY determines that any funds have been disbursed for ineligible activities, in
violation of the terms of this Agreement, the CITY shall provide written notice of said violation to the GRANTEE. The
CITY shall be entitled to terminate this Agreement within five days of said written notice. GRANTEE shall, within 30
days of a written demand made by the CITY, reimburse the CITY for all funds disbursed for said ineligible costs.
The CITY may, at its option, continue further disbursements pursuant to this Agreement after any disbursement for
any ineligible activities if the GRANTEE reimburses the CITY for the improper disbursements, or otherwise cures the
violation to the CITY's satisfaction.
If the GRANTEE fails to fulfill the obligations specified under Section 3 the City shall provide written notice of default
to the GRANTEE, and the GRANTEE shall, within 30 days of a written demand made by the City, reimburse the CITY
for all funds provided under this agreement.
In the event the GRANTEE should default under any of the provisions of this Agreement and the City should employ
attorneys or incur other expenses for the collection of the payments due under this Agreement or the enforcement
of performance or observance of any obligation or agreement on the part of the GRANTEE herein contained the
GRANTEE agrees that it will on demand therefore pay to the City the reasonable fees of such attorneys and such
other expenses so incurred by the City.
Section 7. Notices. Required notices, as provided herein, shall be mailed by first class mail, and shall be
deemed served on the party in question on the date of mailing. Said notices shall be addressed to the pertinent party
at addresses listed below.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have caused this AGREEMENT to be executed as of the day
and year first above written.
CITY OF GALESBURG, an Illinois
municipal corporation,
.m
Peter Schwartzman, Mayor
Kelli Bennewitz, City Clerk
92
Attest:
Address: 55 W. Tompkins St Address:
Galesburg, IL 61401
Grantee (Print name of organization)
Signature of representative
Print name & title
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TOWN OF THE CITY OF GALESBURG
Date: June 19, 2023 Agenda Number: 23-9013
TOWN FUND $8,856.76
GENERAL ASSISTANCE FUND $4,478.74
IMRF FUND $2,958.56
SOCIAL SECURITY/MEDICARE FUND $2,440.81
LIABILITY FUND
AUDIT FUND $8,200.00
TOTAL $26,934.87
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06/08123
Type
Date
Num
Current
Bill
06/01/2023
0460917
Bill
06/01/2023
0460918
Bill
06/03/2023
43
Bill
06/06/2023
0460960
Bill
06107/2023
9111942
Bill
06/07/2023
060723
Total Current
1 - 35
Total 1 - 35
36 - 40
Total 36 - 40
7 40
Total > 40
TOTAL
based on AIP Aging Detail
TOWN of the City of Galesburg - TOWN
TOWN Payment Due Report
May 31 to .Tune 8, 2023
Flame
CityGalesburg GROUP INS
CityGalesburg GROUP INS
Lora Cleaning
CityGalesburg EXPENSES
F&M Credit Card
Expense Hart
Memo
July 2023 Group Insurance
May 2023 & June 2023 Group Insurance for H. Ledbetter
Cleaning Township Building May 14 - June 14, 2023
Cust# 018974 June Stratus
Summit QBs hosting for May 21 - June 21, 2023
Expense Reimbursement Effingham class 614I23 to 616123
Due Date
Open Balance
06/20/2023
6,496.87
06/20/2023
1,500.18
06/20/2023
320.00
06/20/2023
106.93
06/20/2023
71.89
06/20/2023
360.89
8,856.76
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11:11 AM TOWN OF THE CITY OF GALESEURG - GA
06108/23 General Assistance Advance Payment Report
Cash Basis May 31 - June 8, 2023
Date Plum Name Memo Paid Amount
Income
Expense
601 " Gen Assistance - Food
06/06/2023 G15786
Hy-Vee Main St # 1216
G15786 Food Assist for
06/0612023 G15697
Hy-Vee Main St # 1216
G15697 Personal Assist for P
06/06/2023 G15797
Hy-Vee Main St# 1216
G15797 Food Assist for -
0610612023 G15781
Hy-Vee Main St # 1216
G15781 Food Assist for l
06/06/2023 G15800
Hy-Vee Main St # 1216
G15800 Food Assist for
Total 601 - Gen Assistance - Food
602 - Gen Assistance - Rent
06/02/2023 24422
LL Finzel, Paul
G15848 r ihelter Assist @ 1520 Monmouth Blvd, 9
06/02/2023 24431
LL KCHA
G15843 for tv Shelter Assist
Total 602 - Gen Assistance - Rent
605 • Gen Assistance - P & H
06/06/2023 3100028...
Sig Lots
615763 Household Assist for[
06/06/2023 3100028...
Sig Lots
G15767 Household Assist for ,
06/06/2023 3100028...
Big Lots
G15772 Household Assist for r
06/06/2023 3100028...
Big Lots
G15785 Household Assist for
Total 605 - Gen Assistance - P & H
612 - Gen Assistance - MisclLndrylTra
06/02/2023 24430
LL KCHA Laundry
G15847 Laundry Assist fnr - Quarters Only
06/02/2023 24432
LL KCHA Laundry
G15842 P t 209 - Laundry Assist
Total 612 - Gen Assistance - MisclLndry(Tra
613 • Emergency Assistance - Rent
06/06/2023 24433 LE. Bridlecreek I Rural Rentals E15858 Emerg Shelter Assist for
Total 613 - Emergency Assistance - Rent
614 - Emergency Assistance - Utility
06/06/2023 24434 AMEREN PLEDGE E15857 Emerg Utility Assist for
Total 614 • Emergency Assistance - Utility
Total Expense
Net Income
22
ct 81778-86123
99.81
50.10
40.00
50.00
36.13
276.04
200.00
17.00
217.00
50.00
49.83
49.84
99.11
248.78
10.00
10.00
20.00
950.00
950.00
1,000.00
1,000.00
2,711.82
-2,711.82
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1INFIVAM
TOWN OF THE CITY OF GALESBURG - GA
06108/23 General Assistance Payment Due Report
May 31 to June 8, 2023
Type
Name
Num
Date
Memo
Amount
May 31
- Jun 8, 23
Bill
Big Lots
3100028272 G15829
06/05/2023
Household Supplies for
50.42
Bill
Big Lots
3100028274 G15838
06/05/2023
Household Supplies for
49.64
Bill
Big Lots
3100028273_G16778
06/05/2022
Household Supplies Assist tor
98.49
Bill
City TRANSIT Galesburg
0460961
06/06/2023
May Transit Passes - GA Assistance...
50.00
Bill
City TRANSIT Galesburg
July2023
06/05/2023
Connecting Galesburg Bus Pass Pro...
795.00
Bill
F & M Credit Card
060423
06/04/2023
HumbleFax June 2023
20.00
Bill
Hy-Vee Main St # 1216
G15822
06/05/2023
Food Assist for
93.24
Bill
Hy-Vee Main St # 1216
G15827
06/0512023
Food Assist for "
98.44
Bill
Hy-Vee Main St## 1216
G15836
06/05/2023
Food Assist for __.__._
74.47
Bill
Hy-Vee Main St # 1216
G15807
06/05/2023
Food Assist for '
74.02
Bill
Hy-Vee Main St # 1216
G15788
06/05/2023
Food Assist for _ _.__
99.84
Bill
OSl
1146640-0
06/05/2023
Acct# 10254
20.36
Bill
Purple Hangar
G15789
06/05/2023
G15789 Household Supplies Assist f.._
30.00
Bill
U.S. Postmaster Galesburg
June2023
06/08/2023
Postage
213.00
May 31 -Jun 8, 23 1,766.92
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10:42 AM TOWN of the City of Galesburg - IMRF
06108/23 IMRF Payment Due Report
Accrual Basis As of June 8, 2023
Type Date Num Name Split Amount
215•IMRF WIH
Liability Check 06/05/2023 21133 I.M.R.F. 10—-825.66
Liability Check 06/05/2023 21118 I.M.R.F. 10...-745,90
Liability Check 06/05/2023 21133 I.M_R.F. 10...-1,387.00
Total 215 • IMRF WH-2,958.56
TOTAL. -2, 958.56
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Accrual Basis
TOWN of the City of Galesburg - TOWN
SSMC Payment Due Report
As of June 8, 2023
Type Date Memo C Split De Credit
108 - Cash in Bank - SSMC FUND
Transfer 05/31/2023 Funds Transfer Redistribute SSMC for MAY 2023 t... 106 - Cash in ... 2,440.81
Total 108 • Cash in Bank - SSMC FUND 2,440,81
TOTAL ' 2,440.81
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11:02 AM TOWN of the City of Galesburg - AUDIT
06/08/23 AUDIT Payment Due Report
Accrual Basis As of June 8, 2023
Type Date Name Memo Split Amount
474 . Audit Expense - Audit Fund
Bill 06/08/2023 Philli... Final Balance due for 2022 Audit 201 • Accounts Payable 8,200.00
Total 474 - Audit Expense - Audit Fund 8,200.00
TOTAL 8,200.00
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