East Central Reporter

City of Casey City Council met May 6

Here are the minutes provided by the council:

The Regular Meeting of the City Council was held Monday, May 6th 2024; beginning at 6:00 p.m. Mayor Mike Nichols was present and called the meeting to order. Jeremiah Hanley led the Pledge of Allegiance.

Roll Call:

Present: Alderman Hanley

Alderman Jenkins

Alderman Mumford

Alderman Richardson

Alderman Williams

Absent: Alderman Wilson

A quorum was declared.

Public Forum:

None

Community Affairs:

None

Meeting Minutes:

Mayor Nichols looked for approval of the minutes of the April 15th, 2024 City Council Meeting.

Alderman Mumford motioned approval of the minutes of the April 15th, 2024 City Council Meeting, seconded by Alderman Hanley. Upon roll call the vote was:

Ayes: 5 – Hanley, Jenkins, Mumford Richardson and Williams

Nays: 0 – None

Abstain 0 – None

Motion declared carried.

Officers Reports:

Treasurer Lorton presented the April, 2024 Bills Paid for approval in the amount of $811,757.45.

Alderman Richardson motioned approval of the April 2024 Bills Paid, seconded by Alderman Jenkins. Upon roll call the vote was:

Ayes: 5 – Jenkins, Mumford, Richardson, Williams and Hanley

Nays: 0 – None

Abstain: 0 – None

Motion declared carried.

Treasurer Lorton presented the April 2024 Treasurer’s Collection Deposit Report totaling $584,088.27 for approval.

Alderman Williams motioned approval of the April 2024 Treasurer’s Collection Deposit Report totaling $584,088.27, seconded by Alderman Hanley. Upon roll call the vote was:

Ayes: 5 – Williams, Hanley, Jenkins, Mumford and Richardson

Nays: 0 – None

Abstain: 0 – None

Motion declared carried.

Superintendent Biggs was absent due to a broken valve at the water tower. Mayor Nichols reported that the fishing pier has been delayed due to health issues, the concrete landing has been poured for the dock. Downtown Restrooms are progressing.

Economic Development Director Tait gave the Council information on the upcoming 4th of July events. The Parade will be on Thursday, July 4th, 2024.

Chief Henderson reported that the new squad is in. Grass signs have been placed in yards. An eviction notice has been served on an address previous discussed.

EMA Director Craig, reported that 16 have been certified on weather spotting. The Warning Siren will not be set off tomorrow due to incoming weather.

New Business:

Alderman Mumford motioned approval of Resolution # 050624A for the 4th of July parade to be held on Thursday, July 4th, 2024, seconded by Alderman Richardson. Upon roll call the vote was:

Ayes: 5 – Hanley, Jenkins, Mumford, Richardson and Williams

Nays: 0 – None

Abstain: 0 – None

Motion declared carried.

Alderman Richardson reported on the Park Committee meeting held on Monday, April 22nd, 2024. The committee and Shelby met and toured the old Pool Shower House. The building needs torn down. The bathrooms need new roofs. Discussed putting metal roofs on them at the cost of approximately $3,200.00. Work is continuing at the playground.

Alderman Richardson motioned to tear down the old Pool House after bids are reviewed, seconded by Alderman Jenkins. Upon roll call the vote was:

Ayes: 5 – Hanley, Jenkins, Mumford, Richardson and Williams

Nays: 0 – None

Abstain: 0 – None

Motion declared carried.

Unfinished Business:

Alderman Williams reported on the 4/16/24, 4/16/24, 4/23/24, and the 4/26/24 finance meetings. Appropriations are well underway. Drawings for upgrading the Collectors area and new floor coverings were discussed. The utility expansion was also discussed with plans for paying for it. Alderman Williams reminded that the water we purchase from Marshall is going up 3% again this year.

Alderman Williams motioned to set aside funds for the utility expansion, seconded by Alderman Mumford. Upon roll call the vote was:

Ayes: 5 – Hanley, Jenkins, Mumford, Richardson and Williams

Nays: 0 – None

Abstain: 0 – None

Motion declared carried.

Mayor Nichols looked for a motion to go into Executive Session for discussion on personnel and compensation.

Alderman Williams motioned approval to go into Executive Session for the purpose of the following subjects, pursuant to 5 ILCS 120/2 ©; Personnel – Section 2 © (1) and compensation, seconded by Alderman Jenkins. Upon roll call the vote was:

Ayes: 5 – Hanley, Jenkins, Mumford, Richardson and Williams

Nays: 0 – None

Abstain: 0 – None

Motion declared carried.

Executive session began at 6:56 p.m.

Regular session resumed at 7:16 p.m.

Roll call back in regular session:

Ayes: 5 – Hanley, Jenkins, Mumford, Richardson and Williams

Nays: 0 – None

Abstain: 0 – None

Mayor Nichols reported that they will table Ordinance #558 and the Assistance Collectors’ Salary until the next City Council Meeting.

Alderman Reports:

Alderman Hanley reported a sidewalk on NE 3rd St and Colorado that needs repair. And inquired about cutting down dead trees.

Alderman Mumford asked about the progress on S Central. No progress at this time.

Adjournment:

Alderman Richardson motioned to adjourn, seconded by Alderman Hanley. Upon roll call the vote was:

Ayes: 5 – Hanley, Jenkins, Mumford, Richardson and Williams

Nays: 0 – None

Abstain: 0 – None

Motion declared carried.

Adjournment of the City Council was at 7:23 p.m.

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