East Central Reporter

City of Flora City Council met April 7.

Here are the minutes provided by the council:

OPENING CEREMONIES

Mayor Pro Tem Linda Spicer called the Regular Council Meeting of the City of Flora to order, and City Clerk Kaci O'Dell called roll. Present were Mayor Pro Tem Linda Spicer, Commissioner Jeremy Henderson, Commissioner Phil Wiley and Commissioner Jim Fehrenbacher. Mayor Rick Slaughter was absent.

Others in attendance were Chief of Police Jeremy Ruger, City Administrator/Economic Development Director Mike Stanford, City Clerk Kaci O'Dell, and Building and Zoning Official Chad Bayles. City Attorney Bob Coble and Superintendent of Public Services Toby Rinehart were absent. Two media representatives were also in attendance.

Mayor Pro Tem Linda Spicer led the Pledge of Allegiance and Commissioner Jeremy Henderson offered the Invocation.

PUBLIC COMMENTS

Jessica Muskopf had one request on behalf of Flora Rotary Club.

A MOTION TO APPROVE THE USE OF CHARLEY BROWN PARK ON MAY 25, 2025 TO EXTEND THE ROTARY ANNUAL DISC GOLF TOURNAMENT TO A TWO-DAY EVENT WAS MADE BY COMMISSIONER WILEY; SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER FEHRENBACHER.

➤ Vote: Yes -Spicer, Henderson, Wiley, Fehrenbacher

No - None

Abstain - None; Absent - Slaughter

Mike Genthe, representing the Clay County Cruisers, Inc. had one request for approval.

A MOTION TO APPROVE USE OF CHARLEY BROWN PARK ON JULY 19, 2025 (RAIN DATE JULY 26, 2025) FOR THE 21ST ANNUAL CAR AND TRUCK SHOW WAS MADE BY COMMISSIONER FEHRENBACHER; SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER HENDERSON.

➤ Vote: Yes -Spicer, Henderson, Wiley, Fehrenbacher

No - None

Abstain - None; Absent - Slaughter

Roy Smith was listed on the agenda but was not present at the meeting. No action was taken.

APPROVAL OF AGENDA

A MOTION TO APPROVE THE AGENDA FOR THE APRIL 7, 2025, REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING FOR THE CITY OF FLORA WAS MADE BY COMMISSIONER WILEY; SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER FEHRENBACHER.

➤ Vote: Yes -Spicer, Henderson, Wiley, Fehrenbacher

No - None

Abstain - None; Absent - Slaughter

CONSENT AGENDA

The following items were listed under the Consent Agenda:

APPROVE REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES OF MARCH 17, 2025

APPROVE SCHEDULE OF BILLS FOR MARCH 12, 2025 THROUGH MARCH 25, 2025

APPROVE REQUEST FROM MEGAN PIERSON, CLAY COUNTY EXTENSION, TO USE CHARLEY BROWN PARK ON JUNE 17, 2025 (LIVESTOCK SKILL-A-THON CONTEST)

A MOTION TO APPROVE THE CONSENT AGENDA WAS MADE BY COMMISSIONER WILEY; SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER HENDERSON.

➤ Vote: Yes - Spicer, Henderson, Wiley, Fehrenbacher

No - None

Abstain - None; Absent - Slaughter

REGULAR BUSINESS

Mayor Pro Tem Linda Spicer began the meeting by praising the City team who worked to prepare for the excess rain that was forecasted and came to fruition. They expanded ditches, cleaned out culverts, checked storm drains and lift stations. The employees at the waste water treatment plant handled lots of extra water throughout several surges of rain. Their efforts are greatly appreciated.

Next, Mayor Pro Tem Spicer touched on the Pickleball Courts. As winter tries to move behind us, we are pleased to see people back on the courts. Please help us keep them clean, make sure to pick up after yourself, and share court time.

Commissioner Phil Wiley informed everyone of an upcoming event - Spring Fest. On Saturday, May 3rd Flora Tourism will host the first Spring Fest at Library Park. This date is also the first day of the farmers market season. Spring Fest will include a BBQ cook-off, home and garden show, and live music. To register as a vendor, contact Anna at the Chamber 618-662-5646. There is no fee.

Commissioner Jim Fehrenbacher had one item for council approval.

A MOTION TO PASS A RESOLUTION FOR IMPROVEMENT UNDER THE ILLINOIS HIGHWAY CODE WAS MADE BY COMMISSIONER WILEY; SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER HENDERSON.

➤ Vote: Yes -Spicer, Henderson, Wiley, Fehrenbacher

No - None

Abstain - None; Absent - Slaughter

City Administrator/Economic Development Director Mike Stanford introduced Lee Beckman with Milano & Grunloh Engineers, LLC to give an update on various grants. Then, Stanford presented one item for approval.

A MOTION TO PASS ORDINANCE NO. 25-3420, AN ORDINANCE APPROVING A CONVEYANCE TO VANESSA I. FOPAY AND RICHARD G. FOPAY (409 W. 12TH) WAS MADE BY COMMISSIONER WILEY; SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER FEHRENBACHER

➤ Vote: Yes -Spicer, Henderson, Wiley, Fehrenbacher

No - None

Abstain – None; Absent – Slaughter

Building and Zoning Official Chad Bayles had one item to present to council.

A MOTION TO PASS ORDINANCE NO. 25-3421, AN ORDINANCE APPROVING THE AWARDING OF BID AND SALE OF REAL ESTATE FOR 508 VINCENNES AVENUE, FLORA, ILLINOIS (ANTHONY WOOLEVER - $1,000.00) WAS MADE BY COMMISSIONER WILEY; SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER HENDERSON.

➤ Vote: Yes -Spicer, Henderson, Wiley, Fehrenbacher

No - None

ADJOURN

Abstain - None; Absent - Slaughter

At approximately 4:43 p.m. with no further business to discuss, Mayor Pro Tem Spicer requested a motion to adjourn.

COMMISSIONER WILEY MADE A MOTION TO ADJOURN; SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER FEHRENBACHER. COUNCIL MEMBERS CONCURRED AND MAYOR PRO TEM SPICER DECLARED SAID MEETING ADJOURNED.

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