City of Altamont City Council met March 25.
Here is the minutes provided by the council:
The Council of the City of Altamont met in regular session at 6:00 pm on March 25, 2019, in the Council Chambers of the Municipal Building. The following members were present: Mayor Jason Rippetoe; Commissioner Richard Frailey; Commissioner Dan Milleville; Commissioner Todd Slingerland; Commissioner Jason Williams. Also present – Shelby Niehaus, Altamont News; Clarence Pagel; Taylor Polk; Anna Solan; Mark Workman; Lois Frost; Carol Laue; Charlene Calhoun; Mary Jo Kessler; Mary Ann Meeks; Nick Burrus; Dave Frederking and City Clerk Sarah Stephen.
The Omnibus Vote Agenda comprised of prior meeting minutes and payment of bills, was approved on a motion by Commissioner Williams and seconded by Commissioner Milleville. Members voted as follows: Commissioner Milleville, yes; Commissioner Frailey, yes; Commissioner Slingerland, yes; Commissioner Williams, yes; Mayor Rippetoe, yes. (Attachment 1)
Nick Burrus, Milano & Grunloh, reported plans of the Division Street project have been sent to IDOT for review. An additional inlet at Fourth & Division was added to relieve standing water. He asked Council if the drainage from 2 South Main Street should be connected to the new storm system. Council recommended it be taken to the back of the inlet. He stated the sidewalk from Third to Main is 50/50 funding match with IDOT to include only the ADA sidewalk ramps. The sidewalk is a 100% cost to the City. The sidewalk will be subcontracted.
Carol Laue, President of the Altamont Garden Club addressed the Council to explain a plan to place benches along the Schmidt Park walking path. At this time, funding of four benches, at a cost of $1,400 each, is secured. She asked that the City assist with assembly of benches, pouring of concrete and setting of benches. Commissioner Milleville suggested the area of diseased ash trees be avoided until the trees can be removed.
Commissioner Williams motioned to approve Bid Advertising for Roof Replacement of the Street & Alley shop. Commissioner Frailey seconded. Members voted as follows: Commissioner Milleville, yes; Commissioner Frailey, yes; Commissioner Slingerland, yes; Commissioner Williams, yes; Mayor Rippetoe, yes.
Ordinance SP-1553; Carpet & Upholstery Cleaning Home Occupation at 14 Lincoln Drive was approved on a motion by Commissioner Frailey and seconded by Commissioner Milleville. Members voted as follows: Commissioner Milleville, yes; Commissioner Frailey, yes; Commissioner Slingerland, yes; Commissioner Williams, yes; Mayor Rippetoe, yes.
Commissioner Williams motioned to approve Mosquito Larviciding Agreement with Effingham County Health Department for an Annual Cost of $845.00. Commissioner Milleville seconded the motion. Members voted as follows: Commissioner Milleville, yes; Commissioner Frailey, yes; Commissioner Slingerland, yes; Commissioner Williams, yes; Mayor Rippetoe, yes.
Ordinance 657-19; Authorizing Execution of Contract for Private Development Pursuant to Tax Increment Area; (Richard & Tammy Kelly) was approved on a motion by Commissioner Williams. Commissioner Frailey seconded. Members voted as follows: Commissioner Milleville, yes; Commissioner Frailey, yes; Commissioner Slingerland, abstained; Commissioner Williams, yes; Mayor Rippetoe, yes. The agreement provided demolition of 107 North Main Street, City to reimburse, with TIF funds, demolition costs of $30,000 and City obtains ownership after demolition; 1334 South Main Street & 3061 Mill Drive to be demolished, City to reimburse owner demolition costs of $10,000, from TIF funds. All demolitions shall be completed by December 31, 2019.
A current mobile home park owner requested the Council consider exceptions to the City’s 10 year age restriction of mobile homes allowed within the City. The new owner is seeking to improve the mobile home park. Mayor Rippetoe stated the mobile home would need to be inspected. Commissioner Slingerland stated newer mobile homes have better construction than in earlier years. Commissioner Milleville stated updated units could encourage additional upgraded units.
Mark Workman addressed Council regarding improvement plans of the Whistle Stop. Mayor Rippetoe explained a set of construction plans were needed. Workman stated he is planning to place a majority of the parking area under roof to include a drive-up and outdoor seating.
Dave Frederking explained to Council he would like to expedite a water line extension to eight residential lots. A permit previously obtained is still in effect.
Commissioner Slingerland reported the clearwell repairs were accomplished in two days and has passed testing. A wastewater lift station pump was replaced. A new pump will be purchased for a backup.
Commissioner Frailey reported work is completed for the new senior apartment complex. He asked what maintenance was needed at the Gilbert Park Frisbee Golf tees. Past discussions did not advance to repair or change the tees.
Commissioner Williams reported an estimate of $6,993.00 was received from S&K Concrete for sidewalk installation from Main to Third St. More faults in concrete streets are appearing and S&K may be needed to correct those locations.
Commissioner Milleville reported new hand dryers have been installed in park restrooms. He met with contracted mowing companies to plan for the approaching season.
Mayor Rippetoe reported he attended the Beecher City Village board meeting to offer them partnership in the enterprise zone application process. The Village Board seemed favorable. He and Luke Easton, of South Central IL Regional Planning & Development will present details at the April Beecher City monthly meeting. A Zoning Board public hearing will be held April 16th as part of the process to annex acreage south of I70. He urged the Council to think about redevelopment plans for the annexed properties.
Council discussed the possibility of contracting removal of the diseased ash trees in Schmidt Park.
The meeting was adjourned on a motion by Commissioner Williams and seconded by Commissioner Milleville. Members voted as follows: Commissioner Milleville, yes; Commissioner Frailey, yes; Commissioner Slingerland, yes; Commissioner Williams, yes; Mayor Rippetoe, yes.
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