City of Paris City Council met July 25.
Here are the minutes provided by the council:
Mayor Smith called the regular meeting of the Paris City Council to order at 5:30 PM. Rich Kash said the opening prayer. Present on roll call were Commissioners Branson, Hasler (phone), Hughes, Ruff and Mayor Smith.
The Pledge of Allegiance was repeated in unison.
PETITIONS, CORRESPONDENCE, AWARDS
PROCLAMATIONS
CITIZEN PARTICIPATION
Members of the Neighborhood Watch Committee wanted to bring forth an idea of registering security cameras in the community, volunteer only, so that if a crime occurred the Police would have quick access to who had cameras in the area and ask for permission to obtain that footage, they also stated that anyone who registers has the right to refuse handing over any footage. Only the Police department would have access to the registry of names. Mayor Smith thought that was an excellent idea and approved the go a head to get a sight and link developed to be added to the City’s website.
CONSENT AGENDA
Commissioner Ruff moved for approval of the Consent Agenda. Commissioner Branson seconded the motion. Included on the consent agenda was the approval of the minutes of the July 11, 2022 regular meeting, bills previously paid $17,320.00, bills to be paid $340,226.99, salaries $167,218.88. All answered aye on roll call, no nays.
ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS
1. ORDINANCE 10 SERIES 2022 – Annexing Land South of Route 150 and North of Route 16. Commissioner Ruff introduced and moved to adopt, Commissioner Branson seconded the motion. All answered aye on roll call, no nays.
2. ORDINANCE 11 SERIES 2022 – Annexing Farm Credit Illinois, FLCA for Land South of Route 16. Commissioner Hughes introduced and moved to adopt, Commissioner Ruff seconded the motion. All answered aye on roll call, no nays.
3. RESOLUTION for Improvement Under the Illinois Highway Code. Commissioner Branson introduced and moved to adopt, Commissioner Hughes seconded the motion. All answered aye on roll call, no nays.
Commissioner Reports
Mayor Smith:
1. Motion to approve Petition for Annexation from Paul Brinkerhoff for Land South of Route 150 and North of Route 16. Mayor Smith introduced and moved to adopt, Commissioner Hughes seconded the motion. All answered aye on roll call, no nays.
2. Motion to approve Petition for Annexation from Farm Credit Illinois, FLCA for Land South of Route 16. Mayor Smith introduced and moved to adopt, Commissioner Ruff seconded the motion. All answered aye on roll call, no nays.
3. Motion to approve quote from Ray O’Herron for new bullet proof vest for the Police Department in the amount of $7,426.00. Mayor Smith introduced and moved to adopt, Commissioner Branson seconded the motion. All answered aye on roll call, no nays.
4. Motion to approve TIF Advisory Committee recommendation of an $8,950.00 grant to Mike Wilhoit. Mayor Smith introduced and moved to adopt, Commissioner Hughes seconded the motion. All answered aye on roll call, no nays.
5. Motion to approve TIF Advisory Committee recommendation of a Grant up too $9,205.00 to Charles Powers for the 139 Bar. Mayor Smith introduced and moved to adopt, Commissioner Branson seconded the motion. All answered aye on roll call, no nays.
Commissioner Branson:
1. Motion to approve quote from Kate’s Kars & Trailers for a trailer for the Street Department in the amount of $11,663.00. Commissioner Branson introduced and moved to adopt, Commissioner Ruff seconded the motion. All answered aye on roll call, no nays.
2. Motion to approve invoice from Tingly Roofing for repairs to Spicer Pavillion in the park in the amount to not exceed $2,000.00. Commissioner Branson introduced and moved to adopt, Commissioner Hughes seconded the motion. All answered aye on roll call, no nays.
Commissioner Hasler:
Commissioner Hughes:
1. Motion to approve Hotel/Motel Fund request for the EastSide Motor Club Midsummer Classic Car Show in the amount of $1,000.00 for advertising. Commissioner Hughes introduced and moved to adopt, Commissioner Ruff seconded the motion. All answered aye on roll call, no nays.
Commissioner Ruff:
1. Motion to approve quote from IMCO for 8” valve for the Water/Sewer Maintenance Department in the amount of $1,250.00. Commissioner Ruff introduced and moved to adopt, Commissioner Hughes seconded the motion. All answered aye on roll call, no nays.
2. Motion to approve quote from IMCO for 10” valve for the Water/Sewer Maintenance Department in the amount of $1,925.00. Commissioner Ruff introduced and moved to adopt, Commissioner Branson seconded the motion. All answered aye on roll call, no nays.
3. Motion to approve quote from Wabash Valley Motor for 2nd sand filter pump for the Sewer Treatment Plant in the amount of $7,931.40. Commissioner Ruff introduced and moved to adopt, Commissioner Hasler seconded the motion. All answered aye on roll call, no nays.
4. Motion to approve quote from Diepholz for a 2022 Chevrolet Silverado for the Water Treatment Plant in the amount of $43,292.00. Commissioner Ruff introduced and moved to adopt, Commissioner Branson seconded the motion. All answered aye on roll call, no nays.
TREASURER’S REPORT
ADMINISTRATOR’S REPORT
CITY ATTORNEY’S REPORT
CITIZEN PARTICIPATION
OLD BUSINESS
NEW BUSINESS
EXECUTIVE SESSION
ADJOURNMENT
At 5:50PM Commissioner Hughes moved to adjourn, Commissioner Ruff seconded the motion. All answered aye on roll call, no nays.
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