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City of Springfield City Council met April 17.

Here is the minutes provided by the Council:

Pre-Council Session:

City Clerk Frank Lesko called the Pre Council Session of the Springfield City Council to Order at 5:00 p.m., Tuesday, April 17, 2018 in the Council Chambers of the Municipal Center West.

Clerk Lesko read the ordinances on First Reading and assigned to the Committee of the Whole.

CWLP:

2018-179 An Ordinance Accepting Bids And Authorizing Contract Ue18-01-73- Rental Of Heavy Equipment With Jmarkk Equipment Inc., Dba Bobcat Of Springfield; Cummings, Mcgowan & West Inc.; Herc Rentals Inc.; Machine Maintenance Inc., Dba Luby Equipment Services; Martin Equipment Of Illinois Inc.; Roland Machinery Company And Vermeer Sales And Services Of Central Illinois Inc. In An Amount Not To Exceed $198,000.00 For The Office Of Public Utilities

2018-180 An Ordinance Accepting Bids And Authorizing The Execution Of Contract Ue18-01-75- General Maintenance And Repair At The Generating Facility With Henson Robinson Company From April 17, 2018 To February 28, 2021, In An Amount Not To Exceed $2,400,000.00 For The Office Of Public Utilities

2018-181 An Ordinance Accepting Bids And Authorizing Contract Ue18-02-94 –Two (2) Digger Derrick Trucks With Truck Centers Inc. In An Amount Not To Exceed $390,432.00.00, For The Office Of Public Utilities

2018-182 An Ordinance Authorizing Additional Funding In An Amount Not To Exceed $19,169.29 For The One-Month Trial For Mercury Oxidation, Capture And Removal At Dallman Units 31 And Unit 32 With Redox Technology Group Llc D/B/A Redox Solutions For A Total Amount Not To Exceed $98,676.89, For The Office Of Public Utilities

2018-183 An Ordinance Authorizing An Agreement With Toshiba America Energy Systems Corporation For Turbine Valve Cartridge Overhaul Of Unit 4 In An Amount Not To Exceed $50,750.00, For The Office Of Public Utilities

2018-184 An Ordinance Authorizing Payment Of Bank Service Fees In An Amount Not To Exceed $70,000.00 To Illinois National Bank For Banking Services Through July 31, 2019, For The Office Of Public Utilities

2018-185 An Ordinance Approving And Authorizing The Execution Of A Proposal With Ibiden Ceram Environmental Inc. For A Five-Year Term In The Amount Not To Exceed $671,000.00 For Selective Catalytic Reduction (Scr) System Catalyst Management Services For The City Of Springfield For The Electric Division For The Office Of Public Utilities

2018-186 An Ordinance Amending Chapter 50, Section 50.30 Of The 1988 City Of Springfield Code Of Ordinances, As Amended, Regarding Electric Utility Rate Schedules In Renumbering Subsections In 50.30(M) And 50.30(N) For The Office Of Public Utilities

Public Safety:

2018-187 An Ordinance Declaring 10 Unclaimed Bicycles Being Held In The Springfield Police Department’s Evidence Room To Be Surplus Property And Authorizing The Springfield Police Department To Donate Said Bicycles To Contact Ministries And American Legion Post 809 Not-For-Profit Organizations

Public Works:

2018-188 An Ordinance Accepting The Lowest Bid And Authorizing Execution Of Contract Number Pw 18-02-83 With Was Construction Company For The 2019 Sidewalk Program In An Amount Not To Exceed $1,713,356.00 For The Office Of Public Works

2018-189 An Ordinance Accepting Rfp Pw18-21 With Clean Harbors Inc. And Heritage Environmental Services For 2018 Spring And Fall Household Hazardous Waste Collections For An Amount Not To Exceed $160,000.00 For The Office Of Public Works

2018-190 An Ordinance Accepting The Low Bid And Authorizing The Execution Of Contract Number Pw 19-03-09 With Lincolnland Concrete Inc., To Purchase Ready Mix Concrete And Related Material For An Amount Not To Exceed $400,000.00 For The Office Of Public Works And The Office Of Public Utilities

2018-191 An Ordinance Accepting The Proposal Submitted By Knight E/A Inc. For Design Engineering Comprised Of Plans, Specifications And Estimates To Modernize Traffic Signals And Switch From One-Way To Two-Way Streets On 4t11, 7th And E. Adams, For An Amount Not To Exceed $219,060.00, For The Office Of Public Works

2018-192 An Ordinance Authorizing A Contract With Adam Maletich For The Purchase Of One Parcel Of Real Estate Located At 2403 S. 5th Street In The Amount Of $82,000.00 And Relocation Expenses And Closing Costs Not To Exceed $32,412.60 And For A Total Amount Not To Exceed $114,412.60 Relating To The Springfield Rail Improvement Project, For The Office Of Public Works

2018-193 An Ordinance Authorizing A Contract With Peter Grebler Revocable Trust For The Purchase Of One Parcel Of Real Estate Located At 241 S. 5th Street In The Amount Of $6,700.00 Relating To The Springfield Rail Improvement Project, For The Office Of Public Works

2018-194 An Ordinance Authorizing A Contract With Jin Zhi Chen For The Purchase Of One Parcel Of Real Estate Located At 2407 S. 5th Street In The Amount Of $65,000.00 And Relocation Expenses And Closing Costs Not To Exceed $2,000.00 And For A Total Amount Not To Exceed $67,000.00 Relating To The Springfield Rail Improvement Project, For The Office Of Public Works

2018-195 A Supplemental Resolution Notifying The State Of Illinois Department Of Transportation That Motor Fuel Tax Funds In The Amount Of $188,112.60 May Be Used For Land Acquisition For Springfield Rail Improvement Projects, Mft Section # 18-00478-00-Br, For The Office Of Public Works

2018-196 An Ordinance Authorizing Execution Of A Supplemental Agreement With Hanson Professional Services Inc., For Design Engineering And Land Acquisition Services For The Springfield Rail Improvements Project For The Office Of Public Works

Finance:

2018-197 An Ordinance Authorizing Execution Of A Redevelopment Agreement With Lumberyard Suppliers Inc. As Ls Building Products For Assistance In Redeveloping The Property Located At 3441 Lumber Lane Utilizing Lumber Lane Tax Increment Financing Funds, If Available, And Sales Tax Rebate, In An Amount Not To Exceed $1,200,000.00

2018-198 An Ordinance Providing For And Authorizing The Issuance Of Taxable Special Service Area (Legacy Pointe) Ad Valorem Tax Bonds, Series 2018 Of The City Of Springfield, Sangamon County, Illinois, In An Amount Not To Exceed $16,000,000 For The Purpose Of Refunding The City’s Special Service Area (Legacy Pointe) Ad Valorem Tax Bonds, Series 2009 And Special Service Area (Legacy Pointe) Ad Valorem Tax Bonds, Series 2010

2018-199 An Ordinance Authorizing A Supplemental Appropriation In The Amount Of $16,000.00 From Unappropriated Fund Balance For The Flexible Benefits Plan Fund

2018-200 An Ordinance Authorizing Execution Of Sub-Recipient Agreement No. 14-Sr-0008 With, And Authorizing Payment To, Fifth Street Renaissance Sara Center, For Property Located At 1520 N. 7th Street, Utilizing Community Development Block Grant Funds In An Amount Not To Exceed $546,370.00 Through The Office Of Planning And Economic Development

General City Business:

2018-201 An Ordinance Approving The Transfer Of Property Located At 715 E. Cook Street, Springfield, Illinois, To Elijah Iles House Foundation For Redevelopment As A Carriage House

2018-202 An Ordinance Approving The Appointment Of Scot E. Dahl As The Director Of The Convention And Visitors Bureau

2018-203 An Ordinance Approving The Appointment Of Neil Hervey To The Springfield Electrical Commission

2018-204 An Ordinance Reappointing Roger W. Holmes As Inspector General For The City Of Springfield

The following ordinances are on tonight’s consent agenda. 2018-143; 2018-144; 2018-145; 2018-146; 2018-147; 2018-148; 2018-149; 2018-151; 2018-152; 2018-153; 2018-154; 2018-155; 2018-156; 2018-157; 2018-158; 2018-159; 2018-160; 2018-161; 2018-162; 2018-163; 2018-166; 2018-167; 2018-169; 2018-170; 2018-171; 2018-172; 2018-173; 2018-174; and 2018-177

The Pre-Council session concluded at 5:12 PM

City Council Zoning Agenda:

Mayor Langfelder called the April 17, 2018 meeting of the Springfield City Council to order at 5:30pm. He asked everyone to join in reciting of the Pledge of Allegiance.

Clerk Lesko took the roll call of members.

Present: Alderman Redpath , Alderman Senor , Alderman Turner , Alderman Fulgenzi , Alderman Proctor , Alderman DiCenso , Alderman McMenamin , Alderman Theilen , Alderman Donelan , Alderman Hanauer and Mayor Langfelder

Clerk Lesko announced that there is a quorum to conduct the City Council meeting.

Next, Mayor Langfelder made a proclamation recognizing Wynton Gage from Southeast High School as the state champion in the Poetry Out Loud. He will be representing Illinois at the national level in Washington D.C.

Next docket number 2018-004 for the property located at 26 Maple Grove Lane.

Petitioner(S): Aaron R. Rucker

Present Zoning Classification: R-1, Single Family Residence District, Section 155.016.

Requested Zoning Relief: A Variance of paragraph 3 (setbacks) of Appendix A of the Lake Land Use Plan for Lake Springfield and its Marginal Properties to allow the addition/structure to have a 24’ setback from the lake shoreline instead of the 75 feet required.

Springfield-Sangamon County Regional Planning Commission Recommendation Is: Denial.

Planning And Zoning Commission Recommendation Is: Accept the Springfield Sangamon County Regional Planning Commission recommendation to deny the petition as submitted.

Alderman Redpath made a motion to grant the variance. Alderman Hanauer seconded the motion. The motion passed on a vote of 10-0 voting yes: Alderman Redpath , Alderman Senor , Alderman Turner , Alderman Fulgenzi , Alderman Proctor , Alderman DiCenso , Alderman McMenamin , Alderman Theilen , Alderman Donelan and Alderman Hanauer

Next, docket number 2018-010 for the property located at 3935 Peoria Road.

Petitioner(S): Darlene A. Anderson

Present Zoning Classification: B-2, General Business Service District, Section 155.034

REQuested Zoning Relief: Reclassification from B-2, General Business Service District 155.034 to B-1, Highway Business Service District Section 155.033.

Springfield-Sangamon County Regional Planning Commission Recommendation Is: Approval.

Planning And Zoning Commission Recommendation Is: Accept Springfield Sangamon County Regional Planning Commission recommendation to approve the petition as submitted.

Alderman Fulgenzi made a motion accept the Springfield-Sangamon County Regional Planning Commission recommendation. Alderman Proctor seconded the motion. The motion passed on a vote of 10-0 voting yes: Alderman Redpath , Alderman Senor , Alderman Turner , Alderman Fulgenzi , Alderman Proctor , Alderman DiCenso , Alderman McMenamin , Alderman Theilen , Alderman Donelan and Alderman Hanauer

City Council Regular Agenda:

Next, Mayor Langfelder asked Treasurer Buscher for the Treasurer’s Report. The Corporate Fund had beginning balance for the month of March 2018 $1,800,960. The City took in $8,811,342 and total disbursements of $7,123,759 with an ending balance for March 2018 of $3,488,543. Alderman Donelan made a motion to approve the Treasurer’s report. Aldermen Proctor and DiCenso seconded the motion. The motion passed on a voice vote of 10-0.

Next, Mayor Langfelder asked for a motion to dispense with a reading of the minutes of the April 3, 2018 City Council meeting and approve the minutes. Aldermen Proctor made the motion with Alderman DiCenso seconding the motion. The motion passed on a voice vote of 10-0.

Next, Mayor Langfelder asked for a motion to incorporate the Pre Council first reading of ordinances into the record of the Council meeting. Alderman Donelan made the motion with Aldermen DiCenso and Hanauer seconding. The motion passed on a voice vote of 10-0.

Next, Mayor Langfelder asked for a motion to incorporate the pre-council reading of the consent agenda into the record of the city council meeting. Alderman Donelan made the motion with Alderman Hanauer seconding the motion. The motion passed on a voice vote of 10-0.

Next, Mayor Langfelder asked for a motion to put the consent agenda on final passage. Alderman Hanauer made the motion for final passage. Alderman Senor seconded the motion.

Alderman DiCenso asked that 2018-174 be removed from the consent agenda and place on tonight’s debate agenda. Alderman McMenamin asked that 2018-171 be place on the debate agenda tonight.

The motion to put the consent agenda on final passage passed on a vote of 10-0 voting yes: Alderman Redpath , Alderman Senor , Alderman Turner , Alderman Fulgenzi , Alderman Proctor , Alderman DiCenso , Alderman McMenamin , Alderman Theilen , Alderman Donelan and Alderman Hanauer

Next, Alderman Theilen said that in an email from Corporation Council’s office it was stated that three agenda items could come out of committee and be withdrawn from consideration. The agenda items 2015-121, 2017-475 and 2017-532 need to be removed from the committee. Alderman Theilen made the motion. Alderman Turner seconded the motion. The motion passed on a voice

Next, agenda item 2018-150 an ordinance authorizing an agreement with GP Strategies Corporation in an amount not to exceed $183,500.00 for phase 3 and 4 of an implementation of operator and training and qualification program at the Dallman Power Station for a total amount no to exceed $208,000.00 for the Office of Public Utilities. Alderman Redpath made a motion to place the agenda item on final passage. Alderman Hanauer seconded the motion. The motion passed on a vote of 10-0 voting yes: Alderman Redpath , Alderman Senor , Alderman Turner , Alderman Fulgenzi , Alderman Proctor , Alderman DiCenso , Alderman McMenamin , Alderman Theilen , Alderman Donelan and Alderman Hanauer

Next, agenda item 2018-164 an ordinance authorizing execution of an agreement with Linda Hall-Lewis for annexation of property located at 1915 Chelsea Drive. Alderman Donelan made a motion to recess to hold a public hearing regarding the annexation. Alderman Redpath seconded the motion. The motion passed on a voice vote of 10-0. No one came forward during the public meeting. Alderman Redpath made a motion to adjourn the public hearing and resume the regular city council meeting. Alderman Proctor seconded the motion. The motion passed on a voice vote of 10-0. Alderman Donelan made a motion to place the agenda item on final passage. Alderman DiCenso seconded the motion. The motion passed on a vote of 11-0 voting yes: Alderman Redpath , Alderman Senor , Alderman Turner , Alderman Fulgenzi , Alderman Proctor , Alderman DiCenso , Alderman McMenamin , Alderman Theilen , Alderman Donelan , Alderman Hanauer and Mayor Langfelder

Next, agenda item 2018-165 an ordinance annexing certain described real property located at 1915 Chelsea Drive to the City of Springfield. Alderman Hanauer made motion to place the agenda item on final passage. Aldermen Proctor and DiCenso seconded the motion. The motion passed on a vote of 10-0 voting yes: Alderman Redpath , Alderman Senor , Alderman Turner , Alderman Fulgenzi , Alderman Proctor , Alderman DiCenso , Alderman McMenamin , Alderman Theilen , Alderman Donelan and Alderman Hanauer

Next, agenda item 2018-168 an ordinance authorizing execution of a tentative collective barging agreement with the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers, District Number 9, from October 1, 2017 through September 30, 2020 Alderman Redpath made a motion to place the agenda item on final passage. Alderman Theilen seconded the motion. The motion passed on a vote of 10-0 voting yes: Alderman Redpath , Alderman Senor , Alderman Turner , Alderman Fulgenzi , Alderman Proctor , Alderman DiCenso , Alderman McMenamin , Alderman Theilen , Alderman Donelan and Alderman Hanauer

Next, Mayor Langfelder gave a proclamation congratulating Southeast High School boys’ basketball team on finishing second in the state.

Next, agenda item 2018-171 an ordinance authorizing the execution of a professional services agreement with and payment in an amount not to exceed $22,000.00 to Beckman, Guyton, Albers & Viets Inc. (PGAV) to provide for a feasibility study regarding a tax increment finance district for an area generally bounded along the north side of Lumber Lane between Golf Road on the east, East Sangamon Avenue (IL Route 29) and Camp Butler Road (Route 36) on the north, and I-55 on the west and generally known as Lumber Lane. Alderman Fulgenzi made a motion to place the agenda item on final passage. Alderman Turner seconded the motion. Alderman McMenamin said that the Aldermen received an email from a Prairie Wholesale saying that there are already wholesalers in the city and it is wrong to subsidize bringing in another wholesaler. Mayor Langfelder said that Prairie Wholesale is outside of the city and fought being annexed into the city. The new company would be doing business in Springfield and the surrounding area in a fifty mile radius. The motion passed on a vote of 10-0 voting yes: Alderman Redpath , Alderman Senor , Alderman Turner , Alderman Fulgenzi , Alderman Proctor , Alderman DiCenso , Alderman McMenamin , Alderman Theilen , Alderman Donelan and Alderman Hanauer

Next, agenda item 2018-174 an ordinance authorizing a five-year memorandum of understanding with the State of Illinois Department of Natural Resources for space located at 1 Old State Capitol Plaza, known as the Lincoln-Herndon Law Office, to be used for a tourist visitors center for an amount not to exceed $20,000.00 annually. Alderman Redpath made a motion to place the agenda item on final passage. Alderman Theilen seconded the motion. Alderman DiCenso wanted to know who would be staffing the center. Mayor Langfelder said that there would be shared time with SCVB staffers and volunteers. Alderman Donelan wanted to know what the total cost would be because in the agreement it said that the city would split the utilities and insurance obligations. CC Zerkle said that this is a five year agreement and that at anytime either the state or city has the ability to cancel the agreement if it is not working. Justin Blanford, Superintendent of Historic Sites in Springfield for the Illinois Department of Natural Resources said that the plan is to have Lincoln’s law office up and running every day. The motion passed on a vote of 10-0 voting yes: Alderman Redpath , Alderman Senor , Alderman Turner , Alderman Fulgenzi , Alderman Proctor , Alderman DiCenso , Alderman McMenamin , Alderman Theilen , Alderman Donelan and Alderman Hanauer

Next, agenda item 2018-175 an ordinance approving the appointment of Allen Reyne as Fire Chief of the Springfield Fire Department. Alderman Donelan made a motion to place the agenda item on final passage. Aldermen Fulgenzi and Proctor seconded the motion. Alderman McMenamin said that he met with the Chief earlier in the week and talked about everything from equipment to pension. The motion passed on a vote of 10-0 voting yes: Alderman Redpath , Alderman Senor , Alderman Turner , Alderman Fulgenzi , Alderman Proctor , Alderman DiCenso , Alderman McMenamin , Alderman Theilen , Alderman Donelan and Alderman Hanauer

Next, Chief Reyne was then pinned by his family. Chief Reyne said that he is thankful for the opportunity to serve as the new Fire Chief. He would also like to thank Chief Helmerichs for helping in the transition to Chief.

Next, agenda item 2018-176 an ordinance approving the appointment of Susy Woods to the Springfield Disabilities Commission Alderman Redpath made a motion to place the agenda item on final passage. Alderman Senor seconded the motion. The motion passed on a vote of 10-0 voting yes: Alderman Redpath , Alderman Senor , Alderman Turner , Alderman Fulgenzi , Alderman Proctor , Alderman DiCenso , Alderman McMenamin , Alderman Theilen , Alderman Donelan and Alderman Hanauer

Next, agenda item 2018-178 an ordinance authorizing change order #1 and additional funding in an amount not to exceed $89,480.00 with Alliance Special TY Motors Inc. D/B/A Louis Allis for contract UE 18-09-44 Unit 33 south boiler feed pump motor repair for a total amount payable of $183,560.00 for the Office of Public Utilities, for Emergency Passage. Alderman Theilen made a motion to place the agenda item on final passage. Alderman Turner seconded the motion. Alderman Hanauer wanted to better understand what is going on with this motor. Doug Brown with CWLP said that during some testing there was a problem with a rotor which was sent in for repairs, and they found some additional problems with the motor. The motion passed on a vote of 10-0 voting yes: Alderman Senor , Alderman Turner , Alderman Fulgenzi , Alderman Proctor , Alderman DiCenso , Alderman McMenamin , Alderman Theilen , Alderman Donelan , Alderman Hanauer , and Mayor Langfelder Alderman Redpath was absent during the vote.

Next, Mayor Langfelder entertained a motion to suspend the rules and place on first reading by omnibus vote agenda items 2018-205 through 2018-209 Alderman Proctor made the motion with Alderman Turner seconding the motion. The motion passed on a voice vote of 10-0.

Agenda item 2018-205 an ordinance authorizing execution of a water agreement with Lincoln Land Energy Center LLC event to be held Tuesday, June 19, 2018 Pursuant to Article VII Chapter 37, Section 37.62 of the 1988 City of Springfield Code of Ordinances, as amended, for the Springfield Convention & Visitors Bureau

Agenda item 2018-206 an ordinance authorizing settlement in the amount of $980,000.00 with Comcast of Illinois/ Indiana/Ohio LLC (“Comcast”) regarding franchise fee audit

Agenda item 2018-207 an ordinance authorizing a sponsorship of $30,000.00 to Springfield Sliders and authorizing a sponsorship payment for an amount not to exceed $10,000.00 for the Juneteenth

Agenda item 2018-208 an ordinance accepting the lowest responsible bid authorizing the execution of contract number PW 19-03-05 with PH Broughton and Sons, Inc for the FY 2019 seal coat overlay program in an amount not to exceed $517,803.00 for the Office if Public Works and Public Utilities

Agenda item 2018-209 an ordinance approving and authorizing a settlement agreement with General Electric International Inc. (“GE”) and National Union Fire Insurance Company of Pittsburgh, PA, (“National Union”) for the Dallman Unit 33 turbine mechanical failure totaling $4,520,751.30 and authorizing a refund payment to National Union in an amount not to exceed $1,500,000.00 for the Office of Public Utilities The motion to place the following agenda items on first reading passed on a voice vote of 10-0.

Next, Alderman Theilen asked Oak Ridge Cemetery Director Mike Lelys to come forward and answer some questions about the Lincoln internment papers that have been restored. Mr. Lelys said that the Oak Ridge Cemetery board planned to take on the cost to restore the books, the cost of which is $30,000 for both books. The Mayor then found money in the budget to take on the project. On May 4, 2018 at 2 PM there will be a ceremony for the unveiling of the books.

Next, Alderman Hanauer wanted to know more about the bank service fees that is on first reading and wanted Treasurer Buscher to look into lowering the fees.

Next, Alderman Theilen wanted to know more about the Scott Byrd portion of the OBM contract. He seems to be doing the work of a Director at a fourth of the cost. Mayor Langfelder said that he is helping with the international visitors and the sister city program.

Next, Alderman Theilen wanted to know if there is any way the Chatham Road can get repairs or place on the repair list because it is getting bad. Director Mahoney said he gave the Aldermen a four year plan for Chatham Road. He said that there will be some patching done on the road this year and they will be overlaying the road in sections over the next four years.

Next, Alderman Theilen wanted to know what the actual ordinance says if a dog is barking continuously for 15 minutes. CC Zerkle said he would have to take a look and give them a response later.

Next, Alderman Proctor wanted to thank Director Juan Huerta for keeping the overflow shelter open during the recent cold snap. He also requested the police department to give a presentation on the homeless efforts that the Springfield Police are doing.

Next, Alderman DiCenso asked that the second May Committee meeting be moved up a week from May 29 to May 22 Alderman Hanauer seconded the motion. The motion passed on voice vote of 10-0.

Next, Alderman Senor wanted to remind everyone that on Saturday, April 21, 2018 the Little Miracles 5K run will take place in Washington Park.

Next, Alderman Senor asked for a moment of silence for the passing of Rudy Davenport.

Next, Mayor Langfelder said that the Far East Side TIF extension made it out of committee and moved on to the Senate for a full vote and is now waiting on a vote in the House.

Next, Mayor Langfelder reminded everyone about the all city talent show that will take place at the Lincoln Library on Wednesday, April 18, 2018 from 6 PM to 7:30 PM

Mayor Langfelder said that on Saturday, April 21, 2018 at the Old State Capitol is the Earth Awareness Fair.

Butler School is part of the Proud Penny Drive to help raise money to help purchase a book about Abraham Lincoln as a person of good, moral character and bring it back in Springfield.

Next, Alderman DiCenso wanted to thank everyone that came out to the Ward 6 Clean Up Day. There was a lot of trash cleaned up off the streets and alleyways.

Next, Jim Keefer 332 North Lincoln spoke about the mowing contracts and the process in which people are selected.

Next, Alice Ramey spoke about the need to get a better ordinance for the nuisance barking dog issue.

Next, Mayor Langfelder entertained a motion to go into Executive Session. Alderman Senor made a motion to recess the regular session of the City Council meeting for pending and probable litigation. Alderman DiCenso seconded the motion. The motion passed on a voice vote of 10-0.

The City Council went into Executive Session at 7:21 pm

Next, Alderman Theilen made a motion to reconvene the City Council meeting. Alderman Senor seconded the motion. The motion passed on a voice vote of 10-0. City Council reconvened at 7:45 pm

Next, Mayor Langfelder asked for a motion to adjourn the council meeting. The motion was made by Alderman Hanauer and seconded by Aldermen DiCenso. The motion passed on a voice vote of 10-0. The April 17, 2018 City Council Meeting adjourned at 7:46 p.m.

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