City of Peru City Council met July 17.
Here are the minutes provided by the council:
A regular meeting of the Peru City Council was called to order by Mayor Ken Kolowski in the Peru City Council Chambers on Monday, July 17, 2023, at 7:05 p.m.
City Clerk Dave Bartley called the roll with Aldermen Ballard, Tieman, Payton, Edgcomb, Sapienza, O’Sadnick, Lukosus and Moreno present; Mayor Kolowski present.
All joined in the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America.
PUBLIC COMMENT
PRESENTATION
MINUTES/FINANCIAL REPORTS/ACTIVITY REPORTS
Mayor Kolowski presented the Regular Minutes of July 5, 2023 and Peru Police Department Monthly Report for June 2023. Alderman Payton made a motion the minutes and reports be received and placed on file. Alderman Tieman seconded the motion; motion carried.
FINANCE AND SAFETY COMMITTEE
Alderman Sapienza presented the following disbursements for payment on July 19, 2023:
FUND NAME TOTAL EXPENSES
General Fund $702,515.75
Utility Fund 2,115,200.81
Airport Fund 9,770.10
Total $2,827,486.66
Alderman Sapienza made a motion the disbursements be received, placed on file and the bills be paid in the usual manner. Alderman Tieman seconded the motion. Clerk Bartley called the roll with Aldermen Ballard, Tieman, Payton, Edgcomb, Sapienza, O’Sadnick, Lukosus and Moreno voting aye; motion carried.
PUBLIC SERVICES COMMITTEE
Alderman Edgcomb made a motion to approve proposal from Ladzinski Cement Finishing in the amount of $19,700 to remove cemetery wall/pour footings. Alderman Payton seconded the motion. Clerk Bartley called the roll with Aldermen Ballard, Tieman, Payton, Edgcomb, Sapienza, O’Sadnick, Lukosus and Moreno voting aye; motion carried.
PUBLIC WORKS COMMITTEE
Alderman Moreno made a motion to approve purchase of 2023 Ford XL FWD van from Golf Mill Ford in the amount of $36,975 (meter service van). Alderman Lukosus seconded the motion. Alderman Edgcomb inquired about looking for local option. PSM/Fire Chief Jeff King confirmed he was unable to locate a local dealership. Clerk Bartley called the roll with Aldermen Ballard, Tieman, Payton, Edgcomb, Sapienza, O’Sadnick, Lukosus and Moreno voting aye; motion carried.
Alderman Ballard made a motion to approve the John Pohar & Sons final invoice in the amount of $13,307.00 for the Baker Lake southeast parking lot improvements. Alderman Sapienza seconded the motion. Clerk Bartley called the roll with Aldermen Ballard, Tieman, Payton, Edgcomb, Sapienza, O’Sadnick, Lukosus and Moreno voting aye; motion carried.
Alderman Lukosus made a motion to approve the John Pohar & Sons final invoice in the amount of $24,028.28 for the Baker Lake southeast storm sewer improvements. Alderman O’Sadnick seconded the motion. Clerk Bartley called the roll with Aldermen Ballard, Tieman, Payton, Edgcomb, Sapienza, O’Sadnick, Lukosus and Moreno voting aye; motion carried.
Alderman Lukosus made a motion to approve rate design study with BHMG in the amount of $37,700.00. Alderman Ballard seconded the motion. Clerk Bartley called the roll with Aldermen Ballard, Tieman, Payton, Edgcomb, Sapienza, O’Sadnick, Lukosus and Moreno voting aye; motion carried.
Alderman Sapienza made a motion to approve fiber consultant proposal by Vantage Point Solutions in the amount of $25,000. Alderman Lukosus seconded the motion. Clerk Bartley called the roll with Aldermen Ballard, Tieman, Payton, Edgcomb, Sapienza, O’Sadnick, Lukosus and Moreno voting aye; motion carried.
REPORT OF CITY ATTOREY/ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS
Corporate Counsel Scott Schweickert presented a proposed resolution entitled:
RESOLUTION NO. 2023-10
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF A MEMORANDUM OF AGREEMENT WITH ILSBDC AT STARVED ROCK COUNTRY ALLIANCE, INC.
Alderman Tieman made a motion the resolution be adopted as written and read. Alderman Payton seconded the motion. Clerk Bartley called the roll with Aldermen Ballard, Tieman, Payton, Edgcomb, Sapienza, O’Sadnick, Lukosus and Moreno voting aye; motion carried.
Corporate Counsel Scott Schweickert presented the Planning/Zoning Commission Hearing Minutes of July 12, 2023 concerning petition of Steven V. Michelini and Laura L. Michelini concerning property generally located east of Plank Road in unincorporated Bureau County, Illinois (JR’s Subdivision – part of Bureau County PIN# 18-12-400-002). Alderman Lukosus made a motion the minutes be received, placed on file and concur with the recommendation. Alderman Moreno seconded the motion; motion carried.
Corporate Counsel Scott Schweickert presented a proposed ordinance entitled:
ORDINANCE NO. 6780
AN ORDINANCE ANNEXING AND ZONING CERTAIN TERRITORY TO THE CITY OF PERU, ILLINOIS (15.365± acres)
Alderman Moreno made a motion the ordinance be adopted as written and read. Alderman Lukosus seconded the motion. Clerk Bartley called the roll with Aldermen Ballard, Tieman, Payton, Edgcomb, Sapienza, O’Sadnick, Lukosus and Moreno voting aye; motion carried.
Corporate Counsel Scott Schweickert presented a proposed ordinance entitled:
ORDINANCE NO. 6781
AN ORDINANCE APPROVING THE PRELIMINARY AND FINAL PLATS FOR JR’s SUBDIVISION TO THE CITY OF PERU, AND GRANTING WAIVERS AND OTHER RELIEF AS SOUGHT BY THE PETITION OF STEVEN V. MICHELINI AND LAURA L. MICHELINI
Alderman Lukosus made a motion the ordinance be adopted as written and read. Alderman Moreno seconded the motion. Clerk Bartley called the roll with Aldermen Ballard, Tieman, Payton, Edgcomb, Sapienza, O’Sadnick, Lukosus and Moreno voting aye; motion carried.
Corporate Counsel Scott Schweickert presented a proposed resolution entitled:
RESOLUTION NO. 2023-11
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE SALE OF SURPLUS PERSONAL PROPERTY OWNED BY THE CITY OF PERU, ILLINOIS (2015 Kenworth T400 Vactor Truck – VIN#: 3BKBLJ0X0GF492260)
Alderman Payton made a motion the resolution be adopted as written and read. Alderman Edgcomb seconded the motion. Clerk Bartley called the roll with Aldermen Ballard, Tieman, Payton, Edgcomb, Sapienza, O’Sadnick, Lukosus and Moreno voting aye; motion carried.
Corporate Counsel Scott Schweickert presented a proposed ordinance entitled:
ORDINANCE NO. 6782
AN ORDINANCE GRANTING AN ADMINISTRATIVE VARIANCE UNDER THE ZONING ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PERU AS SOUGHT BY THE PETITION OF BENJAMIN BENTLEY CONCERNING PROPERTY LOCATED AT 2322 2nd STREET, PERU, ILLINOIS
Alderman Sapienza made a motion the ordinance be adopted as written and read. Alderman O’Sadnick seconded the motion. Clerk Bartley called the roll with Aldermen Ballard, Tieman, Payton, Edgcomb, Sapienza, O’Sadnick, Lukosus and Moreno voting aye; motion carried.
PROCLAMATIONS
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
Alderman Lukosus made a motion to approve the selected candidate for the position of Electric Operations Manager. Alderman Sapienza seconded the motion. Clerk Bartley called the roll with Aldermen Ballard, Tieman, Payton, Edgcomb, Sapienza, O’Sadnick, Lukosus and Moreno voting aye; motion carried.
NEW BUSINESS
PETITIONS AND COMMUNICATIONS
Clerk Bartley presented a petition from Dwayne & Amy Potthoff seeking variances for the property located at 516 Grant Street. Alderman Payton made a motion the petition be received, placed on file and referred to the Planning/Zoning Commission for review and recommendation. Alderman Sapienza seconded the motion; motion carried.
Clerk Bartley presented a communication from St. Bede Academy requesting permission to hold homecoming parade on Friday, September 29th and 5:00 p.m. Alderman O’Sadnick made a motion to receive the communication, place it on file and permission granted. Alderman Edgcomb seconded the motion; motion carried.
Clerk Bartley presented communication from St. Bede Academy requesting permission to use the Washington Park tennis courts for the St. Bede Academy Tennis Team (boys and girls’ season). Girl’s season runs August 8th-October; Boys season runs February 26th – May. Alderman Edgcomb made a motion to receive the communication, place it on file and permission granted. Alderman Payton seconded the motion; motion carried.
Clerk Bartley presented a communication from Dominic Ponsetti requesting permission to reserve the bandshell at Centennial Park on Saturday, June 22, 2024, for a Christian music for local churches. Event would possibly include 100 people. Alderman Tieman made a motion the communication be received, placed on file and permission granted. Alderman O’Sadnick seconded the motion; motion carried.
MAYOR’S NOTES
Adam Thorson, Director of Parks, Recreation and Special Events reported on the Central States Senior League Tournament opening ceremony on July 21st. Mr. Thorson reported the tournament begins July 21st and runs through July 27th.
Adam Thorson, Director of Parks, Recreation and Special Events reported on the J.A. Happ sign dedication at Washington Park on July 30th. Mr. Thorson also reported there will be a St. Bede alumni baseball game.
Alderman Moreno complimented the amazing condition of our parks and ballparks.
PSM/Fire Chief Jeff King noted the response to the Westclox fire was well executed by all departments. PSM/Fire Chief King reported there were no injuries and thanked all mutual aid respondents.
Adam Thorson, Director of Parks, Recreation and Special Events reported the Taste of the Illinois Valley 50/50 raffle total is over $3,800.00.
Adam Thorson, Director of Parks, Recreation and Special Events reported the Taste of the Illinois Valley has received $26,350.00 in sponsorship dollars.
CLOSED SESSION
PUBLIC COMMENT
ADJOURNMENT
Alderman Edgcomb made a motion that the meeting be adjourned. Alderman Payton seconded the motion and motion carried. Meeting adjourned at 7:32 p.m.
https://www.peru.il.us/government/agendas-and-minutes/minutes/regular-council-meeting/2023-cm/6193-regular-meeting-minutes-07-17-23/file
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