Arcola City Council met July 2.
Here is the minutes as provided by the council:
Mayor Ferguson called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. Members present were Alderpersons Ferguson, Foran, Smith and Hensley. Alderpersons Guyot and Huckstep were not present. City Administrator Wagoner, Treasurer Anderson and Attorney Bequette were also present.
Pledge of Allegiance Alderwoman Ferguson led the council and audience in the Pledge of Allegiance.
Public Comment There was none.
Approval of June 18, 2018 Council Meeting Minutes Alderman Foran moved to approve the June 18, 2018 council meeting minutes as presented and was seconded by Alderman Smith. Roll call vote, all ayes. Motion carried.
Approval of June 16 – June 29, 2018 Bills Alderman Foran moved to approve the June 16 – June 29, 2018 bills as presented and was seconded by Alderman Smith. Roll call vote, all ayes. Motion carried.
Approval of the Treasurer’s Report for June Alderman Hensley moved to approve the Treasurer’s report for June and was seconded by Alderwoman Ferguson. Roll call vote, all ayes. Motion carried.
Approval of the June Zoning Officer’s Report The Zoning Officer reported 7 permits issued in the month of June with valuation of $769,168.75 and $1,064.42 in fees collected. Alderman Foran moved to approve the June Zoning Officer’s report as presented and was seconded by Alderman Smith. Roll call vote, all ayes. Motion carried.
Request from it’ll do for Outdoor Event Alderman Foran moved to approve request from It’ll Do for Outdoor Event to take place August 25th allowing alcoholic drinks outdoor during a benefit poker run. Alderman Smith seconded the motion. Roll call vote, all ayes. Motion carried.
Consider and Approve Ordinance No. 18-S-10, TIF Redevelopment Agreement with Jeff & Toni Fishel – 60% Tax Rebate Alderman Foran moved to approve Ordinance No. 18-S-10 and was seconded by Alderman Hensley. Roll call vote, all ayes. Motion carried.
Consider and Approve Ordinance No. 18-S-11, TIF Redevelopment Agreement with Paul and Anne Harshbarger – TIF Storefront – 112 E. Main Alderman Smith moved to approve Ordinance No. 18-S-11 and was seconded by Alderwoman Ferguson. Roll call vote, all ayes. Motion carried.
Adoption of Ordinance No. 18-R-4 Resolution Granting TIF Funds for Water Main Improvements Alderman Foran moved to approve Ordinance No. 18-R-4 and was seconded by Alderman Hensley. Roll call vote, all ayes. Motion carried.
Committee Reports
Alderwoman Ferguson Had nothing at this time.
Alderman Foran Had nothing at this time.
Alderman Smith Had nothing at this time.
Alderman Hensley Reported the Health, Trash & Recycling Committee met prior to this meeting and discussed restaurants allowing servers 18 years of age and up to serve alcohol. Also discussed putting the leaf burning question on a referendum. Reviewed the possibility of a waste hauler franchise and allowing chickens.
Mayor Ferguson stated that there is a lot of construction going on and there is an issue with people going around barricades. Also stated that the west side water mains are being replaced and asked for everyones patience during construction.
As this concluded the business of the meeting, Alderman Smith moved to adjourn and was seconded by Alderman Hensley. Roll call vote, all ayes. Motion carried.
Adjourned at 7:10 p.m
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