East Central Reporter

City of Arcola City Council met Sept. 16.

Here are the minutes provided by the council:

Mayor Garza called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. Members present were Alderpersons Hensley, Helmuth, Henson, Becerra, Budd and Foran. City Administrator Wagoner, Treasurer Anderson and Attorney Bequette were also present.

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Alderman Hensley led the council and audience in the Pledge of Allegiance.

PUBLIC COMMENT Adam Kremer of Milano & Grunloh Engineers, LLC. Gave an update on the Libman Street improvements; MFT – Schrock Drive; DCEO Grant for sanitary sewer improvements; RIPI and Downtown Grant.

APPROVAL OF SEPTEMBER 03, 2024 COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES Alderman Foran moved to approve the September 03, 2024 council meeting minutes as presented and was seconded by Alderwoman Helmuth. Roll call vote, all ayes. Motion carried.

APPROVAL OF AUGUST 31, 2024 THROUGH SEPTEMBER 13, 2024 BILLS Alderman Hensley moved to approve the August 31, 2024 – September 13, 2024 bills as presented and was seconded by Alderman Henson. Roll call vote, all ayes. Motion carried.

CONSIDER AND APPROVE HIRING PART-TIME POLICE OFFICER – SEAN LANE Alderman Henson moved to approve hiring part-time police officer – Sean Lane, effective immediately. Alderman Becerra seconded the motion. Roll call vote, all ayes. Motion carried.

COMMITTEE REPORTS

Alderman Hensley Had nothing at this time.

Alderwoman Helmuth Had nothing at this time.

Alderman Henson Had nothing at this time.

Alderman Becerra Had nothing at this time.

Alderman Budd Had nothing at this time.

Alderman Foran Had nothing at this time.

As this concluded the business of the meeting, Alderman Hensley moved to adjourn and was seconded by Alderman Henson. Roll call vote, all ayes. Motion carried.

Adjourned at 7:05 p.m.

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