Minutes arnold building 100 S. Main street, east peoria, illinois november 5, 2013

MINUTES

ARNOLD BUILDING

100 S. MAIN STREET, EAST PEORIA, ILLINOIS
NOVEMBER 5, 2013
The Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of East Peoria, Illinois was called to order by his Honor Mayor David Mingus at 6:01 P.M.
Upon the roll being called the following answered present: Mayor David Mingus, Commissioner Daniel Decker, Commissioner Gary Densberger, Commissioner Timothy Jeffers and Commissioner Benjamin C. Joos.

Absent: None.

The invocation was given by Commissioner Jeffers.
Mayor Mingus led the Council and the audience in the pledge of allegiance to the flag.
Motion by Commissioner Decker, seconded by Commissioner Densberger; Mr. Mayor, I move that the minutes of the Working Session and Regular Meeting held on October 29, 2013 be approved as printed.

Yeas: Commissioner Decker, Densberger, Jeffers, Joos and Mayor Mingus.

Nays: None.

Mayor Mingus declared the motion carried.

Mayor Mingus proclaimed November 2013 as “National Hospice Month.” Mayor Mingus presented the proclamation to representatives from Hospice.
Mayor Mingus proclaimed November 2013 as “National American Indian Heritage Month” and November 29, 2013 as “Native American Heritage Day.” Mayor Mingus presented the proclamation to representatives from the Daughters of the American Revolution.
Mayor Mingus proclaimed November 11, 2013 as “Veterans Day.” Mayor Mingus presented the proclamation to John Gardner. Mr. Gardner presented the City with a check for $10,000.00 for flags at the Riverfront Veteran’s Park.
Mayor Mingus stated if there was anyone in the audience who wanted to speak on any items on the agenda to come to the podium, state their name, address and the matter or matters to be discussed. There was no response.
Resolution No. 1314-062 by Commissioner Densberger, seconded by Commissioner Decker; BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EAST PEORIA, ILLINOIS that the claims as listed on Schedule No. 12 be allowed. Mr. Mayor, I, move that the Clerk is hereby authorized and directed to issue orders on the Treasurer for the various amounts, totaling $1,992,393.93, and the schedule of bills be hereby adopted as presented.

Yeas: Commissioners Decker, Densberger, Jeffers, Joos and Mayor Mingus.

Nays: None

Mayor Mingus declared the motion carried.

Resolution No. 1314-061 by Commissioner Densberger, seconded by Commissioner Jeffers; BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EAST PEORIA, ILLINOIS that Resolution No. 1314-061 hereto attached, a Resolution approving contract with Optimum Health Solutions for Assisting with Employee Wellness Program, be hereby approved, and that this Resolution No. 1314-061 having been read once by its title and having laid on the table for no less than one week for public inspection, be adopted as presented.

Yeas: Commissioners Densberger, Jeffers, Joos and Mayor Mingus.

Abstain: Commissioner Decker.

Nays: None.

Mayor Mingus declared the motion carried and Resolution No. 1314-061 be duly adopted as presented.

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Resolution No. 1314-060 by Commissioner Densberger, seconded by Commissioner Decker; BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EAST PEORIA, ILLINOIS that Resolution No. 1314-060 hereto attached, a Resolution approving Second Amendment to Intergovernmental Agreement with Fondulac Library District, be hereby approved, and that this Resolution No. 1314-060 having been read once by its title and having laid on the table for no less than one week for public inspection, be adopted as presented.

Yeas: Commissioners Decker, Densberger, Jeffers, Joos and Mayor Mingus.

Nays: None.

Mayor Mingus declared the motion carried and Resolution No. 1314-060 be duly adopted as presented.
Resolution No. 1314-063 by Commissioner Densberger; WHEREAS, a healthy economy in Central Illinois is of great importance to all of Tazewell County and to the City of East Peoria; and

WHEREAS, the new tri-county regional economic development entity, Focus Forward Central Illinois (“FFCI”), is becoming a reality after a year of public input and milestone meetings; and

WHEREAS, the East Peoria City Council supports the goals as established by FFCI; and

WHEREAS, in order to be a financially viable and successful entity, FFCI has sought support from the regional communities, including the City; and

WHEREAS, FFCI has requested $0.375 per capital (or $8,776.00 total) from each municipality for participation in and support of the FFCI and their economic development efforts, and the City Council finds that supporting FFCI is in the best interests of the City;

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EAST PEORIA, TAZEWELL COUNTY, ILLINOIS, THAT the City approve the contribution to FFCI in the amount of $8,776.00 for the fiscal year May 1, 2013 to April 30, 2014.
Motion by Commissioner Densberger, seconded by Commissioner Jeffers; Mr. Mayor, I move that Resolution No. 1314-063 be adopted as presented.
Commissioner Densberger explained that regional economic development is a necessity in the area, and it is in the best interest of the City to support it. He and Commissioner Decker voiced concerns about ensuring that metrics are met and value is received by the taxpayers of the community.
Yeas: Commissioners Decker, Densberger, Jeffers, Joos and Mayor Mingus.

Nays: None.

Mayor Mingus declared the motion carried and Resolution No. 1314-063 be duly adopted as presented.
Resolution No. 1314-064 by Commissioner Densberger, seconded by Commissioner Jeffers; BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EAST PEORIA, ILLINOIS that Resolution No. 1314-064, hereto attached, a Resolution approving Renewal of Property, Casualty, and Liability Insurance Coverage and Workers Compensation Insurance Coverage, be approved, and that this Resolution No. 1314-064 be accepted on its first reading as read by its title, and be laid on the table for no less than one week for public inspection.
Commissioner Densberger discussed changes to the coverage, including a change in the deductible level for worker’s compensation and savings that would be received by the City for this change.
Commissioner Joos discussed the savings from the changes. He discussed savings in being for the most part self-insured with high deductibles.
Yeas: Commissioners Decker, Densberger, Jeffers, Joos and Mayor Mingus.

Nays: None.

Mayor Mingus declared the motion carried.
Motion by Commissioner Jeffers, seconded by Commissioner Decker; Mr. Mayor, I move you that Ordinance No. 4143 hereto attached, (AN ORDINANCE AMENDING TITLE 3, CHAPTER 3 OF THE EAST PEORIA CITY CODE TO CHANGE THE NUMBER OF CLASS D AND SC LIQUOR LICENSES AUTHORIZED TO BE ISSUED WITHIN THE CORPORATE LIMITS OF THE CITY) be read at length by the Clerk, and that said Ordinance No. 4143 be accepted on its first reading, and be hereby adopted as presented.

Yeas: Commissioners Decker, Densberger, Jeffers, Joos and Mayor Mingus.

Nays: None.

Mayor Mingus declared the motion carried and Ordinance No. 4143 to be duly adopted as presented.

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Resolution No. 1314-058 by Commissioner Joos, seconded by Commissioner Densberger; BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EAST PEORIA, ILLINOIS that Resolution No. 1314-058 hereto attached, a Resolution regarding City Contribution for Employee Health Savings Account (HSA) for High Deductible Health Plan Option (Plan C) under the City’s Group Health Insurance Plan, be hereby approved, and that this Resolution No. 1314-058 having been read once by its title and having laid on the table for no less than one week for public inspection, be adopted as presented.

Yeas: Commissioners Densberger, Jeffers, Joos and Mayor Mingus.

Abstain: Commissioner Joos.

Nays: None.

Mayor Mingus declared the motion carried and Resolution No. 1314-058 be duly adopted as presented.
Mayor Mingus stated if there was anyone in the audience who wanted to speak on any nonagenda items to come to the podium, state their name, address and the matter or matters to be discussed. There was no response.
Mayor Mingus then asked for comments from Council.
Commissioner Decker discussed the City Council Retreat and discussions that were had during the meeting. He discussed the Tax Levy. He thanked everyone on their assistance on the Theresa Tracy Trot on behalf of John Kahl.
Commissioner Densberger discussed the Tax Levy and cooperating with other taxing bodies regarding values and tax levies.
Commissioner Jeffers discussed Veteran’s Day.
Commissioner Joos discussed the library and recommended that everyone take advantage of the beautiful facility. He discussed the retreat and invited everyone to the retreat. He commended John Kahl on the Theresa Tracy Trot and the amount of participation.
Mayor Mingus discussed the vision of the Council and City even though there are differences if opinions with the Council Members. He discussed the Veteran’s Day event to be held on Saturday, November 9, 2013 at the Cemetery.
Motion by Commissioner Decker, seconded by Commissioner Densberger; Mr. Mayor, I move you that we adjourn until Tuesday evening, November 19, 2013 at 6:00 P.M.

Yeas: Commissioners Decker, Densberger, Jeffers, Joos and Mayor Mingus.

Nays: None

Mayor Mingus declared the motion carried and the meeting adjourned at 6:33 P.M.

_/s/ Morgan R. Cadwalader________

City Clerk Morgan R. Cadwalader