O’FALLON CITY COUNCIL
MEETING MINUTES
June 7, 2004
The meeting was called to order at 7:04 p.m. by Mayor Gary Graham who then led “The Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.”
Philip Goodwin, City Clerk, called the roll: David Horton, present; Nila Grogan, present; Ed True, present; Becky Henry, present; Rick Reckamp, excused; Jerry Mouser, present; Tom Bequette, present; Allen Medford, present; Michael Bennett, present; Dennis Renner, present; Jason Boone, present; Ned Drolet, present; John West, present; Jerry Albrecht, excused; A quorum was declared present.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Motion was made by A. Medford and seconded by E. True to approve the minutes of the May 17th meeting. All ayes. Motion carried.
PUBLIC HEARING: None.
REPORTS
Residents of O’Fallon
Mr. Schneider of the Military Affairs Committee of the O’Fallon Chamber of Commerce thanked the Council and Mayor for their continued support. He invited all to attend the upcoming Annual SAFB Appreciation Day on June 19th.
Clerk
Request from O'Fallon Public Library/Youth Services to conduct a raffle from June 14
- July 8, 2004 at the library.
Request from 92 Jets Girls Basketball to conduct a roadblock at the intersection of
State and Lincoln on June 12-13, 2004 from 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Motion was made by J. Mouser and seconded by B. Henry to approve both items under
the clerks report. All ayes. Motion carried.
Discussion was made regarding the Jets roadblock. Request changed to approve only
June 12th. N. Drolet objected to this request for use of roadblocks. J. Boone stated
the issue of roadblocks had come before the safety committee in the past and he stated
that a motion had been made to block future roadblocks, but it was not
seconded, therefore no action. He encourages the alderman to attend the next committee
meeting to discussion this issue. Mayor Graham stated the City is not against helping
organizations raise money, but they are concerned about safety. The fire and police
departments have discontinued the use of roadblocks as fundraisers, and he feels it is time
for the Council to take a stand.
Mayors Report
Mayor Graham introduced Colonel Faulkenberry from SAFB and read a proclamation declaring June 19th as Scott Appreciation Day. He stated Friends of Scott was formed in 1995 to raise awareness for SAFB as a major player in the national defense structure, and to help facilitate cooperation between the base and the surrounding communities. He invited the public to come out and enjoy the day at the park and thanked the military personnel for their fine work. Colonel Faulkenbery thanked the Mayor and the community for their support. She also challenged him to a match of racquetball.
Mayor Graham recognized Jonathan Hamby and Bryan Schneider, of Troop 46, who have attained the highest rank in scouting as Eagle Scouts. He presented them with a proclamation for their outstanding dedication, leadership and citizenship skills.
Mayor Graham recognized Matthew Hardin and his family. As an exceptional athlete and member of the OTHS track team, he has attained State Champion status, winning the 300 Intermediate Hurdle, for which the City of O’Fallon is very proud. He presented a proclamation declaring June 7, 2004 as Matthew Hardin Day in O’Fallon to recognize the contributions that he has made to OTHS and the community.
Mayor Graham recognized Larry Stroup and five members of Troop 35, who are in attendance at tonight’s meeting working on their Citizenship in the Community badge.
Mayor Graham informed the community and Council that due to the motorcycle incident at the Mayfest he has asked the Safety Committee to discuss this issue and take a look at removing cycles from parades.
Mayor Graham stated that there was concern about trees in the cemetery being cut down. He stated that no healthy trees would be removed.
RESOLUTIONS
Motion was made by J. Mouser and seconded by D. Renner to consider the Omnibus Rule on Items 1, 2 & 3. All ayes. Motion carried.
Motion was made by J. Mouser and seconded by E. True to pass Item 1, 2 & 3 under the Omnibus Agreement.
ITEM 1 -Resolution Ascertaining the Prevailing Rate of Wages for Laborers, Workmen, and Mechanics Employed by Contractors or Subcontractors in the Performance of
Public Works Contracts from June 1, 2004 - May 31, 2005
ITEM 2 - Resolution Authorizing the Mayor to Execute an Agreement with BCI General
Contractors for the Community Park Restrooms in the amount of $98,450.00
ITEM 3 - Resolution Authorizing the Director of Finance to Secure a Lease/Purchase
Agreement for Vehicles for FY 2004/2005
ROLL CALL: N. Grogan, aye; E. True, aye; B. Henry, aye; J. Mouser, aye; T. Bequette aye; A. Medford, aye; M. Bennett, aye; D. Renner, aye; J. Boone, aye; J. West, aye; N. Drolet, aye; D. Horton, aye. All ayes. Motion carried.
ORDINANCES
1st Reading Motion was made by J. Mouser and seconded by N. Grogan to consider The Omnibus Agreement for Items 4, 5, 6, & 7 on 1st reading.
N. Drolet addressed Item #5. He stated the report was unclear about the two trailers that were owned by another business adjacent to the property. He stated he would like to see the trailers removed, so as the property is developed those trailers are not locked in. They are an eyesore for downtown, and he would like to see them removed from the premises.
J. West addressed Item #7. He asked if a requirement was made for sidewalks to be placed along Frank Scott Parkway in front of Waterfall Business Park. T. Shekell stated that that was not a requirement but agreed they could take a look at it.
ITEM 4 - Ord. Annexing Certain Territory (Kurtz Annexation) Containing Approximately 3.19 acres.
ITEM 5 - Ord. Amending Ord. 623, Zoning, Planned Use Development known as
KFC/Texaco Redevelopment.
ITEM 6 - Ord. Amending Ord. 623, Zoning, Planned Use Development known as Gator's Drive-Thru.
ITEM 7 - Ord. Amending Ord. 623, Zoning, Planned Use Development known as Waterfall Business Park".
Motion was made by J. Mouser and seconded by E. True to approve Items 4, 5, 6, and 7 under The Omnibus Agreement on 1st reading. ROLL CALL: N. Grogan, aye; E. True, aye; B. Henry, aye; J. Mouser, aye; T. Bequette aye; A. Medford, aye; M. Bennett, aye; D. Renner, aye; J. Boone, aye; J. West, aye; N. Drolet, aye; D. Horton, aye. All ayes. Motion carried.
2nd Reading
Motion was made by J. Mouser and seconded by N. Grogan to consider The Omnibus Rule on Items 8, 9 & 10 on 2nd reading. All ayes. Motion carried.
ITEM 8 - Ord. Annexing Certain Territory, Ponder-Witt-Nance Annexation containing approximately 13.79 acres.
ITEM 9- Ord. Annexing Certain Territory, Schumacher Annexation containing
approximately 4.25 acres.
ITEM 10 - Ord. Approving the Final Plat Central Park Plaza 3rd Addition, 1st Amendment.
Motion was made by J. Mouser and seconded by N. Grogan to approve Items 8, 9, & 10 under The Omnibus agreement on 2nd reading. ROLL CALL: N. Grogan, aye; E. True, aye; B. Henry, aye; J. Mouser, aye; T. Bequette aye; A. Medford, aye; M. Bennett, aye; D. Renner, aye; J. Boone, aye; J. West, aye; N. Drolet, aye; D. Horton, aye. All ayes. Motion carried .
STANDING COMMITTEES
Community Development: J. Mouser stated the last meeting was May 18h. Two motions came out of that meeting. Motion was made by J. Mouser and seconded by A. Medford to approve the following:
Motion to Approve the Special Event Permit for the Keller Farms Sweet Corn Stand from June 15 - August 30, 2004.
Motion to Approve the Special Event Permit for Jack Schmitt Chevrolet Car Sale from June 17 - June 19 at the Sam's Club Parking Lot.
All ayes. Motion carried.
Public Works: A. Medford said that they did not meet last month. The next meeting is Thursday, June 10th at 6:30 p.m. Dennis Sullivan introduced Mary Beth Wilson, new Assistant City Engineer.
Safety: E. True stated they met on May 12th. All action items were taken care of at last Council meeting. The next committee meeting will be Wednesday, June 9th at 6:30 p.m. He stated they would hopefully discuss the roadblocks and motorcycles.
Personnel/Finance: J. West stated they did not meet on May 20th but they met before tonight’s Council meeting to discuss Warrant #65. Motion was made by J. West and seconded by N. Grogan to approve Warrant #65 in the amount of $1,309,495.068.
ROLL CALL: N. Grogan, aye; E. True, aye; B. Henry, aye; J. Mouser, aye; T. Bequette aye; A. Medford, aye; M. Bennett, aye; D. Renner, aye; J. Boone, aye; J. West, aye; N. Drolet, aye; D. Horton, aye. All ayes. Motion carried.
The next meeting is scheduled for Thursday, June 10th at 5:30 p.m.
Parks/Environment: The next meeting is scheduled for June 14th at 7:00 p.m.
D. Renner thanked all who have donated fishing equipment and gave compliments to Mary Jean Hutchison on the success and beauty of St. Ellen Park.
EXECUTIVE SESSION: Pending litigation and purchase of property.
Motion by J. Mouser and was seconded by E. True to go into Executive Session.
ROLL CALL: N. Grogan, aye; E. True, aye; B. Henry, aye; J. Mouser, aye; T. Bequette aye; A. Medford, aye; M. Bennett, aye; D. Renner, aye; J. Boone, aye; J. West, aye; N. Drolet, aye; D. Horton, aye. All ayes. Motion carried
The Council went into Executive Session at 7:25 p.m. and came out at 7:50 p.m.
ACTION TAKEN ON EXECUTIVE SESSION ITEMS
Motion was made by A. Medford seconded by J. Mouser to authorize the Mayor to negotiate and complete the purchase of three parcels of land as discussed in Executive Session. ROLL CALL: N. Grogan, aye; E. True, aye; B. Henry, aye; J. Mouser, aye; T. Bequette aye; A. Medford, aye; M. Bennett, aye; D. Renner, aye; J. Boone, aye; J. West, aye; N. Drolet, aye; D. Horton, aye. All ayes. Motion carried.
ADJOURNMENT
Motion was made by D. Horton and seconded by J. Mouser adjourn. All ayes. Motion carried.
The meeting was adjourned at 8:00 p.m.
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Respectfully submitted by,
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Philip A. Goodwin, City Clerk
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