East Central Reporter

City of Arcola City Council met Jan. 20.

Here are the minutes provided by the council:

Mayor Garza called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. Members present were Alderpersons Helmuth, Henson, Becerra, Budd, Foran and Hensley. City Administrator Wagoner and Treasurer Anderson were also present. Attorney Petty was not present.

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

Alderwoman Helmuth led the council and audience in the Pledge of Allegiance.

PUBLIC COMMENT

Adam Kremer of Milano & Grunloh Engineers, LLC gave an update on Libman Street improvements; DCEO Grant for sanitary sewer improvements; RIPI; Downtown Grant and State Legislative Grant (Arcola Center).

APPROVAL OF DECEMBER 16, 2024 COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES

Alderman Foran moved to approve the December 16, 2024 council meeting minutes as presented and was seconded by Alderman Henson. Roll call vote, all ayes. Motion carried.

APPROVAL OF DECEMBER 14, 2024 THROUGH JANUARY 03, 2025 BILLS

Alderwoman Helmuth moved to approve the December 14, 2024 – January 03, 2025 bills as presented and was seconded by Alderman Hensley. Roll call vote, all ayes. Motion carried.

APPROVAL OF JANUARY 04, 2025 THROUGH JANUARY 17, 2025 BILLS

Alderman Becerra moved to approve the January 04, 2025 – January 17, 2025 bills as presented and was seconded by Alderman Henson. Roll call vote, all ayes. Motion carried.

APPROVAL OF THE TREASURER’S REPORT FOR DECEMBER 2024

Alderman Hensley moved to approve the Treasurer’s report for December 2024 and was seconded by Alderman Becerra. Roll call vote, all ayes. Motion carried.

APPROVAL OF THE DECEMBER ZONING OFFICER’S REPORT

The Zoning Officer reported no permits issued in the month of December. There was 1 Variance/Special Use Permit Application with a fee in amount of $45 collected. Alderman Foran moved to approve the December Zoning Officer’s report as presented. Alderman Hensley seconded the motion. Roll call vote, all ayes. Motion carried.

REPORT FROM THE ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS

The Zoning Board of Appeals met January 06, 2025, reviewed and recommended the council approve a request from Libman Company for a variance for non-conforming wall mounted sign. Alderman Foran moved to accept the recommendation of the Zoning Board of Appeals and was seconded by Alderman Henson. Roll call vote, all ayes. Motion carried.

CONSIDER AND APPROVE ORDINANCE NO. 25-Z-1, VARIANCE FOR WALL MOUNTED SIGN – 1 LIBMAN WAY

Alderman Henson moved to approve Ordinance No. 25-Z-1 and was seconded by Alderman Hensley. Roll call vote, all ayes. Motion carried.

CONSIDER AND APPROVE CHANGE ORDER NO. 2 – LIBMAN TRUCK ROUTE -- $7,815.90

Alderman Hensley moved to approve Change Order No. 2 – Libman Truck Route in amount of $7,815.90. Alderman Foran seconded the motion. Roll call vote, all ayes. Motion carried.

CONSIDER AND APPROVE CHANGE ORDER NO. 1 – REDEVELOPMENT MAIN STREET PROJECT -- $34,325.50

Alderman Becerra moved to approve Change Order No. 1 – Redevelopment Main Street Project in amount of $34,325.50. Alderman Budd seconded the motion. Roll call vote, all ayes. Motion carried.

CONSIDER AND APPROVE PAY REQUEST NO. 2 – REDEVELOP MAIN STREET PROJECT -- $312,932.70

Alderman Foran moved to approve Pay Request No. 2 – Redevelop Main Street Project in amount of $312,932.70. Alderwoman Helmuth seconded the motion. Roll call vote, all ayes. Motion carried.

CONSIDER AND APPROVE RESOLUTION NO. 25-R-1, A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF A SERVICE AGREEMENT WITH THE LOWEST RESPONSIBLE BIDDER FOR THE SUPPLY OF ELECTRICITY FOR RESIDENTIAL AND SMALL COMMERCIAL RETAIL CUSTOMERS

Alderman Becerra moved to approve Resolution No. 25-R-1 and was seconded by Alderman Henson. Roll call vote, all ayes. Motion carried.

COMMITTEE REPORTS

Alderwoman Helmuth Had nothing at this time.

Alderman Henson Had nothing at this time.

Alderman Becerra Had nothing at this time.

Alderman Budd Reported the Water & Sewer Committee met prior to this committee and reviewed the Illinois American rate increase and discussed increasing water rates and other fees.

Alderman Foran Had nothing at this time.

Alderman Hensley Had nothing at this time.

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

Adjourned at 7;12 p.m.

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