Illinois Valley Times

City of Peru City Council met July 29

Here are the minutes provided by the council:

Alderman Lukosus made a motion the resolution be adopted as written and read. Alderman Moreno seconded the motion. Eric Carls, Director of Engineering and Zoning reported he is requesting $400,000 in MFT Funds for the milling and resurfacing of Water Street from Maze Lumber east to city limits. Alderman Moreno seconded the motion. Clerk Bartley called the roll with Aldermen Ballard, Tieman, Sapienza, O’Sadnick, Lukosus and Moreno voting aye. Aldermen Payton, Edgcomb absent. Motion carried.

Alderman Moreno made a motion to approve the purchase of up to 10,000 gallons of Jet A fuel, for a price not to exceed $27,941.90 from Michlig Energy. Alderman Lukosus seconded the motion. Clerk Bartley called the roll with Aldermen Ballard, Tieman, Sapienza, O’Sadnick, Lukosus and Moreno voting aye. Aldermen Payton, Edgcomb absent. Motion carried.

Alderman Moreno made a motion to approve the purchase of up to 7,000 gallons of #2 diesel for off road use, for a price not to exceed $18,362.40 from Michlig Energy. Alderman Lukosus seconded the motion. Clerk Bartley called the roll with Aldermen Ballard, Tieman, Sapienza, O’Sadnick, Lukosus and Moreno voting aye. Aldermen Payton, Edgcomb absent. Motion carried.

Alderman Sapienza made a motion to approve the purchase of 3 pole mount transformers with cluster hanger for $14,015.00 from T&R Electric for emergency storm repairs. Alderman Moreno seconded the motion. Clerk Bartley called the roll with Aldermen Ballard, Tieman, Sapienza, O’Sadnick, Lukosus and Moreno voting aye. Aldermen Payton, Edgcomb absent. Motion carried.

Alderman Ballard made a motion to approve invoice from T&R Electric, in the amount of $25,565.00 for the purchase of the following:

• 3-Single Phase 100 KVA Pole Mount Transformers (3 @ $4,450.00)

• 3-Single Phase 100 KVA Pole Mount Transformers (3 @ $3,850.00)

• 1-Large Cluster Hanger Transformer ($665.00)

Alderman Sapienza seconded the motion. Clerk Bartley called the roll with Aldermen Ballard, Tieman, Sapienza, O’Sadnick, Lukosus and Moreno voting aye. Aldermen Payton, Edgcomb absent. Motion carried.

PSM/Fire Chief Jeff King reported that storm related branch pickup continues to progress and catch basin clean up has been initiated.

REPORT OF CITY ATTOREY/ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS

Corporate Counsel Scott Schweickert presented the minutes of the July 24, 2024, Planning/Zoning Commission hearing on the petition of COCAOL Investments LLC concerning property commonly known as 2 Terminal Road, Peru, IL. Alderman Tieman 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. 6869

AN ORDINANCE ANNEXING AND ZONING CERTAIN PROPERTY COMMONLY KNOWN AS 2 TERMINAL ROAD TO THE CITY OF PERU, ILLINOIS PURSUANT TO 65 ILCS 5/7-1-8 (PIN: 17-18-415-000 | 2.76± acres)

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, Sapienza, O’Sadnick, Lukosus and Moreno voting aye. Aldermen Payton and Edgcomb absent; Motion carried.

Corporate Counsel Scott Schweickert presented the minutes of the July 24, 2024, Planning/Zoning Commission hearing on the petition of Cinthia R. Gonzalez concerning property located at 1815 Main Street, Peru, IL. Alderman O’Sadnick made a motion the minutes be received, placed on file and noted there will be an August 7th meeting of the Planning/Zoning to continue discussions. Alderman Sapienza seconded the motion; motion carried.

Corporate Counsel Scott Schweickert presented the minutes of the July 24, 2024, Planning/Zoning Commission hearing on the petition of Pete Stefenel Jr. concerning property located at 1860 Pike Street, Peru, IL. 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. 6870

AN ORDINANCE GRANTING A SPECIAL USE AND VARIANCE AS SOUGHT BY THE PETITION OF PETE STEFENEL JR. CONCERNING PROPERTY LOCATED AT 1860 PIKE STREET IN THE CITY OF PERU, ILLINOIS

Alderman Moreno 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, Sapienza, O’Sadnick, Lukosus and Moreno voting aye. Aldermen Payton and Edgcomb absent; Motion carried.

Corporate Counsel Scott Schweickert presented a proposed ordinance entitled:

ORDINANCE NO. 6871

AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF A LEASE AGREEMENT WITH BABS BREW, LLC, FOR PROPERTY COMMONLY KNOWN AS 2130 4TH 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, Sapienza, O’Sadnick, Lukosus and Moreno voting aye. Aldermen Payton and Edgcomb absent; Motion carried.

Corporate Counsel Scott Schweickert presented a proposed ordinance entitled:

ORDINANCE NO. 6872

AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING ACCEPTANCE OF A UTILITY EASEMENT FROM LYLE A. EITEN (6131 Plank Road, Peru - Bureau County PIN 18-12-400-004)

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, Sapienza, O’Sadnick, Lukosus and Moreno voting aye. Aldermen Payton and Edgcomb absent; Motion carried.

PROCLAMATIONS

UNFINISHED BUSINESS

NEW BUSINESS

PETITIONS AND COMMUNICATIONS

Clerk Bartley presented a petition from ABY Groups/Popeyes seeking variances/waivers for the property located at 1843 May Road, Peru, IL. Alderman Tieman made a motion the petition be received, placed on file and referred to the Planning/Zoning Commission for review and recommendation. Alderman Ballard seconded the motion; motion carried.

Clerk Bartley presented a communication from St. Bede Athletic Director Michael Armato requesting permission to use the Washington Park tennis courts for their home matches (9/4, 9/17, 9/18, 9/30, 10/3 and 10/8). Match days would require the use of the entire facility, including pickleball courts; and to hold daily practices (would not need entire facility). Alderman Tieman made a motion the communication be received, placed on file and permission granted. Alderman O’Sadnick seconded the motion; motion carried.

Clerk Bartley presented a communication from Chuck Studer requesting permission to close the 700 block of 26th Street on August 10th from 2pm-10pm for a block party. Alderman Tieman made a motion the communication be received, placed on file and permission granted. Alderman Ballard seconded the motion; motion carried.

MAYOR’S NOTES

Mayor Kolowski complimented the Street Department on chipping services.

Adam Thorson, Director of Parks, Recreation and Special Events reported on the following:

• Illinois Valley Pistol Shrimp Post Season

◦ Closure of Veteran’s Park on August 1st from 8am-4:45pm

◦ No seat saving

• Taste of the Illinois Valley (August 1-3)

◦ Closure of 13th Street between Putnam Street and West Street

◦ Event begins at 5pm on Thursday and Friday

◦ Event begins at 3pm on Saturday; sensory hour from 3pm-4pm

◦ Looking for volunteers; especially for Saturday

◦ $23,750 in sponsorships

◦ 50/50 up to $4,500

◦ Bands: Thursday-Cody Calkins; Friday-Libido Funk Circus; Saturday-Kevin Kramer and Fleetwood Mac cover band

PUBLIC COMMENT

Resident Ilene Helwig of 2410 Main Street addressed the council concerning water issues on Main Street between Church Street and Cross Street. Ms. Helwig stated she is thankful that after 33 years of waiting she’s happy there is a plan. Eric Carls, Director of Engineering and Zoning reported the timeline from planning to inception usually takes 3-5 years. Mr. Carls stated the project is slated for 2026.

CLOSED SESSION

ADJOURNMENT

Alderman Lukosus made a motion that the meeting be adjourned. Alderman O’Sadnick seconded the motion and motion carried. The meeting was adjourned at 7:30 p.m.

https://www.peru.il.us/government/agendas-and-minutes/agendas/regular-council-meeting-agendas/regular-council-meeting-agendas-2024/6607-regular-meeting-packet-08-12-24/file