City of Flora City Council met Nov. 17.
Here are the minutes provided by the council:
Mayor Linda Spicer called the Regular Council Meeting of the City of Flora to order, and City Clerk Kaci O’Dell called roll. Present were Mayor Linda Spicer, Commissioner Jeremy Henderson, Commissioner Phil Wiley, Commissioner Jim Fehrenbacher and Commissioner Lacey Lewis.
Others in attendance were Chief of Police Jeremy Ruger, City Attorney Bob Coble, City Administrator/Economic Development Director Mike Stanford, City Clerk Kaci O’Dell, Building and Zoning Official Chad Bayles and Superintendent of Public Services Toby Rinehart. City Treasurer Stephanie Bailey was absent. There were a few guests and two media representatives in attendance.
Mayor Linda Spicer led the Pledge of Allegiance and Commissioner Jeremy Henderson offered the Invocation.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
There were no public comments.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
A MOTION TO APPROVE THE AGENDA FOR THE NOVEMBER 17, 2025, REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING FOR THE CITY OF FLORA WAS MADE BY COMMISSIONER WILEY; SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER LEWIS.
> Vote: Yes -Spicer, Henderson, Wiley, Fehrenbacher, Lewis
No – None
Abstain – None; Absent – None
CONSENT AGENDA
The following items were listed under the Consent Agenda:
ACCEPT POLICE DEPARTMENT ACTIVITY REPORT FOR OCTOBER 2025 ACCEPT BUILDING AND ZONING REPORT FOR OCTOBER 2025
APPROVE TREASURERS REPORT FOR OCTOBER 2025
APPROVE SPECIAL COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES OF OCTOBER 27, 2025 APPROVE REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES OF NOVEMBER 3, 2025
APPROVE WARRANT LIST OCTOBER 29, 2025 THROUGH NOVEMBER 11, 2025
A MOTION TO APPROVE THE CONSENT AGENDA WAS MADE BY COMMISSIONER WILEY; SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER FEHRENBACHER.
> Vote: Yes -Spicer, Henderson, Wiley, Fehrenbacher, Lewis
No – None
Abstain – None; Absent – None
Mayor Spicer congratulated the Flora Wolves, coaches, parents and all associated with the trip that they took us on this season. It was a rewarding experience for all involved. Spicer also thanked the community for their support. Next, she asked Pat Garrett if he would like to say anything. Garrett stated it was a historic season and the Maroa-Forsyth team that beat us has been to that play-off game eleven times and won twice. He believes it’s safe to say that we were beat by state champions. Lastly, Spicer congratulated the downtown businesses for structuring and carrying out a successful Glow and Go event. There was a huge crowd and it was great to see the businesses rewarded for their extra efforts and hours.
A MOTION TO APPROVE GIFTING FULL-TIME CITY EMPLOYEES WITH CERTIFICATES FOR LOCAL DINING ESTABLISHMENTS ($50 PER EMPLOYEE) WAS MADE BY COMMISSIONER WILEY; SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER LEWIS.
> Vote: Yes -Spicer, Henderson, Wiley, Fehrenbacher, Lewis
No – None
Abstain – None; Absent – None
A MOTION TO ACCEPT RESIGNATION FROM JESSICA THOMPSON FROM THE ZONING BOARD EFFECTIVE NOVEMBER 4, 2025 WAS MADE BY COMMISSIONER FEHRENBACHER; SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER LEWIS.
> Vote: Yes -Spicer, Henderson, Wiley, Fehrenbacher, Lewis
No – None
Abstain – None; Absent – None
A MOTION TO APPOINT BETH SULSBERGER TO THE INDUSTRIAL COMMISSION FOR A 4- YEAR TERM (TO EXPIRE NOVEMBER 17, 2029) WAS MADE BY COMMISSIONER WILEY; SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER FEHRENBACHER.
> Vote: Yes -Spicer, Henderson, Wiley, Fehrenbacher, Lewis
No – None
Abstain – None; Absent – None
Commissioner Phil Wiley thanked the Wolves for their successful season before thanking Pat and Larry for their work and efforts throughout the football season. Wiley stated the Glow and Go Event was unbelievable and had a great crowd. Wiley then reminded everyone that the Kriskindle Market will be downtown on December 12th, 13th, and 14th. There will be ice skating, shopping and more.
City Administrator/Economic Development Director Mike Stanford had a few items for approval.
A MOTION TO APPROVE ORDINANCE NO. 25-3472 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING TITLE 8, CHAPTER 3, SECTION 2 HIGH VOLUME USE SERVICE FOR WATER WAS MADE BY COMMISSIONER WILEY; SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER LEWIS.
> Vote: Yes – Spicer, Henderson, Wiley, Fehrenbacher, Lewis
No – None
Abstain – None; Absent – None
A MOTION TO APPROVE ORDINANCE NO. 25-3473, AN ORDINANCE APPROVING A CONTRACT FOR ROOFING WITH JOINER SHEET METAL & ROOFING, INC. WAS MADE BY COMMISSIONER WILEY; SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER FEHRENBACHER.
> Vote: Yes – Spicer, Henderson, Wiley, Fehrenbacher, Lewis
No – None
Abstain – None; Absent – None
A MOTION TO PASS A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF FLORA IN SUPPORT OF TAX INCREMENT FINANCING WAS MADE BY COMMISSIONER WILEY; SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER LEWIS.
> Vote: Yes – Spicer, Henderson, Wiley, Fehrenbacher, Lewis
No – None
Abstain – None; Absent – None
City Administrator/Economic Development Director Mike Stanford then announced that the City has received the permit from IEPA to construct the new wastewater plant. Stanford has been in contact with Fehr Graham Engineer Matt Johnson, who will be preparing an updated opinion of project costs, update on operating budget, and rate structures. This step must be completed before bid information can be posted.
City Clerk Kaci O’Dell had one item for approval.
A MOTION TO PASS A RESOLUTION ADOPTING A STANDARD OPERATING PROCEDURE FOR RETURNED CHECKS/ACH WAS MADE BY COMMISSIONER WILEY; SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER LEWIS.
> Vote: Yes – Spicer, Henderson, Wiley, Fehrenbacher, Lewis
No – None
Abstain – None; Absent – None
Building and Zoning Official Chad Bayles had two items for approval.
A MOTION TO APPROVE ORDINANCE NO. 25-3474, AN ORDINANCE GRANTING A VARIANCE TO WESLEY A. YOUNG (SELF-STORAGE UNITS AT 32 CRABAPPLE) WAS MADE BY COMMISSIONER FEHRENBACHER; SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER LEWIS.
> Vote: Yes – Spicer, Henderson, Wiley, Fehrenbacher, Lewis
No – None
Abstain – None; Absent – None
A MOTION TO APPROVE ORDINANCE NO. 25-3475, AN ORDINANCE GRANTING A VARIANCE TO WESLEY A. YOUNG (SELF-STORAGE UNITS AT 282 JUNEBERRY) WAS MADE BY COMMISSIONER LEWIS; SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER FEHRENBACHER.
> Vote: Yes – Spicer, Henderson, Wiley, Fehrenbacher, Lewis
No – None
Abstain – None; Absent – None
Superintendent of Public Services Toby Rinehart had one item for approval.
A MOTION TO APPROVE PAYMENT TO VIPOWER SERVICES (A BUDGETED ITEM) FOR UPGRADING GENERATOR CONTROLS IN THE AMOUNT OF $157,116.00 WAS MADE BY COMMISSIONER WILEY; SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER FEHRENBACHER.
> Vote: Yes – Spicer, Henderson, Wiley, Fehrenbacher, Lewis
No – None
Abstain – None; Absent – None
Before adjournment, Commissioner Wiley wanted to mention that Christmas decorations are going up at Library Park and they are bigger and better than ever. Also, Wiley was excited to announce that after twenty plus years, the street light Christmas decorations have been upgraded and they will be going up soon. Wiley hopes that making downtown beautiful will encourage the community to shop local.
ADJOURN
At approximately 4:45 p.m. with no further business to discuss, Mayor Spicer requested a motion to adjourn.
COMMISSIONER WILEY MADE A MOTION TO ADJOURN; SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER LEWIS. COUNCIL MEMBERS CONCURRED AND MAYOR SPICER DECLARED SAID MEETING ADJOURNED.
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