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City of Springfield Committee of the Whole met February 13.

Here is the minutes provided by the Committee:

Alderman Turner called the Committee of the Whole Meeting to order at 5:30pm. She invited the visiting Girl Scouts from Troop 6195 to lead the audience in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance.

Next, Janet Kenny introduced the delegation from the Ukraine and they are studying the legislative process.

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 and Alderman Hanauer

Clerk Lesko announced that the committee had a quorum.

Next, Alderman Turner asked for a motion to approve the committee meeting minutes for January 30, 2018. Alderman Donelan made the motion with Alderman DiCenso seconding the motion to dispense with the reading and approve the minutes. The motion passed with a voice vote of 10-0.

Next, Treasurer Buscher gave the Treasurer’s report. The Corporate Fund had beginning balance for the month of January 2018 $3,671,364. The City took in $6,752,955 and total disbursements of $7,462,912 with an ending balance for January 2018 of $2,961,407. Alderman Redpath made a motion to approve the Treasurer’s report. Alderman Proctor seconded the motion. The motion passed on a voice vote on 10-0.

Next, Alderman Turner asked if there was an Office of Budget and Management Contract Report. Director McCarty said that there have been multiple people off and they will get the repot out as soon as someone returns.

Next, Mira Hoffman from HIP Advertising gave an update on the marketing plan that they did for the fall and winter plan. The plan began on October 18, 2017 and ran through February 11, 2018. The digital advertising made 2.6 million impressions on users.

The fiscal year 2019 overview they would like to attract leisure travelers that are history/Lincoln/ Civil War buffs, Route 66 enthusiasts and festival goers the most. The target area is throughout the Midwest in 12 states. There will be a large digital ad campaign on Facebook and Instagram.

Next, Alderman Turner read the ordinances remaining in committee. Alderman Theilen asked that 2018-029 be added to the agenda for discussion. Aldermen Proctor and DiCenso seconded. The motion passed on a voice vote of 10-0.

Next, agenda item 2018-029 An Ordinance Authorizing The Execution Of An Agreement With Innovate Springfield To Provide Economic Development Services To The City For The Time Period Covering March 1, 2018, Through February 28, 2019, For An Amount Not To Exceed $100,000.00 Alderman Theilen thinks that the $35,000.00 that pays for rent and utilities could be covered through TIF. He feels that this will not pass unless it is fully funded by TIF funds. CC Zerkle said that they are looking into what are the TIF payable expenses.

Next, agenda item 2018-030an Ordinance Authorizing Additional Funding In An Amount Not To Exceed $85,000.00 Under Contract No. Uw15-11-67 With Mississippi Lime Company For Quicklime For The Water Purification Plant For A Total Amount Not To Exceed $2,409,835.00, For The Office Of Public Utilities Alderman Redpath made a motion to place on the consent agenda. Alderman Hanauer seconded the motion. The motion to place the agenda item on the consent agenda passed on a voice vote of 10-0.

Next, agenda 2018-031 An Ordinance Authorizing A One-Year Contract Extension Under Contract No. Uw16-01-71 - Ductile Iron Pipe With No Additional Funding Authorization With Illinois Meter Inc. For A Total Amount Payable Of $1,014,234.12 Under Said Contract For The Office Of Public Utilities Alderman Redpath made a motion to place the agenda item on the consent agenda. Alderman Theilen seconded the motion. The motion to place the agenda item on consent agenda passed on a voice vote on 10-0.

Next, agenda item 2018-032 An Ordinance Authorizing A One-Year Contract Extension And Additional Funding In The Amount Of $76,050.00 Under Contract No. Uw16-12-63-Carbon Dioxide With Praxair Inc. For A Total Amount Not To Exceed $228,150.00, For The Office Of Public Utilities Alderman Redpath made a motion to place the agenda item on the consent agenda. Aldermen DiCenso and Theilen seconded the motion. Alderman Hanauer wanted to make sure that these were not “no bid” contracts. Mr. Brown said that is correct; and they look at what other cities are paying to make sure they get the lowest price. The motion to place the agenda item on the consent agenda passed on a voice vote on 10-0.

Next, agenda item 2018-033 An Ordinance Authorizing A One-Year Contract Extension And Additional Funding In The Amount Of $29,200.00 Under Contract No. Uw17-01-86-Anhydrous Ammonia With Tanner Industries Inc. For A Total Amount Payable Not To Exceed $58,400.00 For The Office Of Public Utilities Alderman Redpath made a motion to place the agenda item on the consent agenda. Alderman Theilen seconded the motion. The motion to place the agenda item on the consent agenda passed on a voice vote of 10-0.

Next, agenda item 2018-034 An Ordinance Accepting Bids And Authorizing Contract Uw18-01-69- Quicklime For A Two-Year Term With Mississippi Lime Company In An Amount Not To Exceed $1,691,550.00, For The Office Of Public Utilities Alderman Redpath made a motion to place the agenda item on the consent agenda. Alderman Theilen seconded the motion. Alderman Hanauer wanted to know what the difference between this ordinance and the one from a couple weeks ago. This is for the new contract. The previous one was for a couple of loads under the old contract and they took them up on the offer. The motion to place the agenda item on the consent agenda passed on a voice vote of 10-0.

Next, agenda item 2018-035 An Ordinance Accepting Bids And Authorizing Contract Uw18-11-61 - Powdered Activated Carbon With Carbpure Technologies, Llc In An Amount Not To Exceed $154,070.00, For The Office Of Public Utilities Alderman Redpath made a motion to place the agenda item on the consent agenda. Aldermen Proctor and Hanauer seconded the motion. The motion to place the agenda items on the consent agenda passed on a voice vote of 10-0.

Next, agenda item 2018-036 An Ordinance Authorizing Addendum Ii And Approving Of A Five Year Contract Extension Under Proposal No. Ue13-47 For The Sale Of Boiler Slag Produced At The Dallman Power Plant To Harsco Metals And Minerals, A Division Of Harsco Corporation For The Office Of Public Utilities Alderman Hanauer made a motion to place the agenda item on the consent agenda. Alderman Theilen seconded the motion. The motion to place the agenda item on the consent agenda passed on a voice vote of 10-0.

Next, agenda item 2018-037 An Ordinance Authorizing Change Order #1 And Additional Funding In An Amount Not To Exceed $81,060.00 With F L Smidth Usa Inc. For Unit 33 Scrubber Hydroclone Replacement Project For A Total Amount Payable Of $161,176.00 For The Office Of Public Utilities Alderman Redpath made a motion to place on the consent agenda. Alderman Hanauer seconded the motion. The motion to place the agenda item on the consent agenda passed on a voice vote of 10-0.

Next, agenda item 2018-038 An Ordinance Accepting The Bid And Authorizing The Execution Of Contract Ue18-12-63- Line Clearance Services For A Two-Year Term For The Electric Division With Nelson Tree Service, Llc In An Amount Not To Exceed $6,000,000.00 For The Office Of Public Utilities Alderman Hanauer made a motion to place the agenda item on the debate agenda. Alderman Theilen seconded the motion. Alderman Hanauer wanted to know if there could be a way to cut the tree down and replace it with smaller growing trees. Alderman Theilen wanted to know how much effort there is to put some of these lines underground. Mr. Meckes said that the cost to bury power lines is huge and that there is a lot of things already underground. Alderman Thelien would like to see the city hire and train a crew that could just do tree trimming around the power lines. That would add 20 people to payroll with the added benefits. The motion to place the agenda item on the debate agenda passed on a voice vote of 10-0.

Next, agenda item 2018-039 An Ordinance Accepting Bids And Authorizing The Execution Of Contract Ue18-12-64 - Wire Alliance Contract With Power Line Supply Company In An Amount Not To Exceed $128, 167.65 For A 5 Year Term For The Office Of Public Utilities Alderman Redpath made a motion to place the agenda item on the consent agenda. Alderman Theilen seconded the motion. The motion to place the agenda item on the consent agenda passed on a voice vote of 10-0.

Next, agenda item 2018-040 An Ordinance Accepting Bids And Authorizing Contract Ue18-12-67- Two (2) Ford F150 Pickup Trucks With Wright Automotive Inc. In An Amount Not To Exceed $52,274.00, For The Office Of Public Utilities Alderman Redpath made a motion to place the agenda item on the consent agenda. Alderman DiCenso seconded the motion. The motion to place the agenda item on the consent agenda passed on a voice vote of 10-0.

Next, agenda item 2018-041 An Ordinance Approving 30 Separate Farm Leases With Various Tenants For A One-Year Term, For The Office Of Public Utilities Alderman Redpath made a motion to place the agenda item on the consent agenda. Aldermen Fulgenzi and Hanauer seconded the motion. Alderman Redpath said that he has heard that there are new rules regarding cattle. Mr. Brown said that CWLP is trying to improve the watershed quality. The motion to place the agenda item on the consent agenda passed on a voice vote of 10-0.

Next, agenda item 2018-042 An Ordinance Authorizing A Contract With Joseph P. Moore For The Purchase Of One Parcel Of Real Estate Located At 2500 Burton Drive In The Amount Of $66,500.00 And Relocation Expenses And Closing Costs In The Amount Of $30,003.60 And For A Total Amount Not To Exceed $96,503.60 Relating To The Springfield Rail Improvement Project, For The Office Of Public Works Alderman Donelan made a motion to place the agenda item on the consent agenda. Alderman DiCenso seconded the motion. The motion to place the agenda item on the consent agenda passed on a voice vote of 10-0.

Next, agenda item 2018-043 A Resolution Notifying The State Of Illinois Department Of Transportation That Motor Fuel Tax Funds In The Amount Of $483,937.00 May Be Used For Land Acquisition For Springfield Rail Improvement Projects, For The Office Of Public Works Alderman Redpath made motion to place the agenda item on the consent agenda. Aldermen DiCenso and Theilen seconded the motion. The motion to place the agenda item on the consent agenda passed on a voice vote of 10-0.

Next, agenda item 2018-044 An Ordinance Authorizing A Contract With Rendlen M. Link And Marlyn K. Link For The Purchase Of One Parcel Of Real Estate Located At 2436 S. 4th Street In The Amount Of $62,000.00 And Relocation Expenses And Closing Costs In The Amount Of $29,117.00 And For A Total Amount Not To Exceed $91,117.00 Relating To The Springfield Rail Improvement Project, For The Office Of Public Works Alderman Redpath made a motion to place the agenda on the consent agenda for approval. Aldermen DiCenso and Theilen seconded the motion. The motion to place the agenda item on the consent agenda passed on a voice vote of 10-0.

Next, agenda item 2018-045 An Ordinance Authorizing A Contract With George M. Seagle For The Purchase Of One Parcel Of Real Estate Located At 2337 S. 6th Street In The Amount Of $9,550.00 And Relocation Expenses And Closing Costs In The Amount Of $1,000.00 And For A Total Amount Not To Exceed $10,550.00 Relating To The Springfield Rail Improvement Project, For The Office Of Public Works Alderman Redpath made a motion to place the agenda item on the consent agenda. Alderman Theilen seconded the motion. The motion to place the agenda item on the consent agenda passed on a voice vote of 10- 0.

Next, agenda item 2018-046 An Ordinance Authorizing A Contract With Corie Lynn Meneghetti For The Purchase Of One Parcel Of Real Estate Located At 2405 S. 5th Street In The Amount Of $86,000.00 And Relocation Expenses And Closing Costs In The Amount Of $39,710.00 And For A Total Amount Not To Exceed $125,710.00 Relating To The Springfield Rail Improvement Project, For The Office Of Public Works Alderman Redpath made a motion to place the agenda item on the consent agenda. Alderman DiCenso seconded the motion. The motion to place the agenda item on the consent agenda passed on a voice vote of 10- 0.

Next, agenda item 2018-047 An Ordinance Authorizing A Contract With Matthew Nelson Kendall For The Purchase Of One Parcel Of Real Estate Located At 2406 S. 5th Street In The Amount Of $85,000.00 And Relocation Expenses And Closing Costs In The Amount Of $43,560.00 And For A Total Amount Not To Exceed $128,560.00 Relating To The Springfield Rail Improvement Project, For The Office Of Public Works Alderman Redpath made a motion to place the consent agenda. Alderman Senor seconded the motion. The motion to place the agenda item on the consent agenda passed on voice vote of 10- 0.

Next, agenda item 2018-048 An Ordinance Authorizing A Contract With Brian H. Kenner Jr. For The Purchase Of One Parcel Of Real Estate Located At 2342 S. 5rn Street In The Amount Of $65,100.00 And Relocation Expenses And Closing Costs In The Amount Of $35,200.00 And For A Tot Al Amount Not To Exceed $103,000.00 Relating To The Springfield Rail Improvement Project, For The Office Of Public Works Alderman Hanauer made a motion to place the agenda item on the consent agenda. Alderman DiCenso seconded the motion. The motion to place the agenda item on the consent agenda passed on a voice vote of 10- 0.

Next, agenda item 2018-049 An Ordinance Authorizing A Contract With Cityscape Properties L.P. For Purchase Of One Parcel Located At 2140 S.6th Street For An Amount Not To Exceed $25,000.00 Relating To The Springfield Rail Improvement Project, For The Office Of Public Works Alderman Redpath made a motion to place the agenda item on the consent agenda. Alderman DiCenso seconded the motion. The motion to place the agenda item on the consent agenda passed on a voice vote of 10-0.

Next, agenda item 2018-050 An Ordinance Accepting The Lowest Responsible Bid And Authorizing Execution Of Contract No. Pw18-12-62 With Harold O'shea Builders, For Jackson Street Corridor Improvements For The Office Of Public Works Alderman Redpath made a motion to place the agenda item on the consent agenda. Alderman Theilen seconded the motion. Alderman McMenamin said that there is a concern that funding this project without the use of TIF funds takes money away from other project areas that are not a part of a TIF district.

Alderman Redpath said that he would like to amend the agenda item so that some of the funds come from the TIF. Alderman Donelan seconded the motion. The amendment passed on a voice vote of 9-1 with Alderman DiCenso voting no. Mayor Langfelder asked that there be language that would allow for the TIF to be repaid. Alderman Hanauer asked to place the agenda item on debate agenda. Alderman Proctor seconded the motion. The motion passed on a voice vote of 9-1 with Alderman Proctor voting no.

Next, agenda item 2018-051 Annual Appropriation Ordinance Of The City Of Springfield, Illinois, For The Fiscal Year Beginning March 1, 2018 And Ending February 28, 2019 Alderman Thelien made a motion to place the agenda item on the debate agenda. Alderman DiCenso seconded the motion. Alderman Turner asked to have a motion to have public meeting on the agenda item as well. Alderman Donelan made the motion to have a public hearing. Alderman Proctor seconded the motion. The motion passed on a voice vote of 10-0.

First was a Vanessa Tyler, Amelia Hopkins, and Brandy Span from a Girl Scout troop asked that the City Council to keep solar array in the budget. They are making the request on behalf of children that suffer from lung related issues.

Next, Ben Jones 2040 East Hamilton spoke about the need to have some big name acts come to the Convention

Next, John Williams 1427 South College spoke about issues facing CWLP and the power plant and IRP.

Next, David Sicuto 3309 Lake Rear Drive spoke about the need not to raise taxes and try to live within the means and there will need to cuts to personal at the city.

Next, Don Hanrahan 4981 Smith Road, Pleasant Plains spoke about the need to come up with an integrated resource plan for CWLP.

Next, Beverly Bunch 871 South English encouraged the Council not to dip into the fund balance as a way to solve the budget problems. She did encourage them to look to TIF funds as a way to solve some problems.

Next, Jane McBride 3300 Forsyth spoke in favor integrated resource plan and the other alternative energy plans that CWLP may take on.

Next, Mary Reid spoke in favor integrated resource plan and the other alternative energy plans that CWLP may take on.

Next, Alderman Turner asked for a motion to close the public hearing portion of the budget. Alderman Donelan made a motion to close the public hearing portion of the meeting. Alderman DiCenso seconded the motion. The motion passed on a voice vote of 10-0.

Alderman McMenamin said that one of the two tax hikes passed last week, there were different reasons for voting no on sales tax hike. There should be different tax hikes on taxes that are growing and not flat or decreasing.

Alderman Redpath wanted to know if the telecommunication tax has to be directed to the library or can it go into the general fund. CC Zerkle said that the language in the code book said that there would have to be an ordinance to move those funds. Alderman Redpath wanted to know how much projected income would come from the raised amount. Director McCarty said 2.3 million would be coming into the library fund,

The motion to place the agenda item on the debate passed on a voice vote of 10-0.

Next, agenda item 2018-053 An Ordinance Authorizing Payment To Richard Wiese, A City Of Springfield Firefighter, To Settle A Workers' Compensation Claim For Case Number 17-WC-027237 Alderman Redpath made a motion to place the agenda item on the consent agenda. Alderman DiCenso seconded the motion. Alderman McMenamin said that the amount of the award is usually in the caption of the ordinance and ask that the practice resume. The motion to place the agenda item on the consent agenda passed on a voice vote of 10-0.

Next, agenda item 2018-054 An Ordinance Accepting Rfp #Hr18-66 Authorizing A Two-Year Contract With Psi To Continue To Furnish, Develop And Administer Entry Level Exams For The Police And Fire Departments From February 21, 2018, Through February 20, 2020, For An Amount Not To Exceed $125,000.00, For The Office Of Human Resources Alderman Donelan made a motion to place the agenda item on the consent agenda. Alderman Hanauer seconded the motion. Alderman Donelan wanted to know when the last time the contract was up for renewal. Director Kuizin said that it was two years ago.

Alderman Donelan wanted to know what budgetary analysis went into a decision to have a firefighter class if there was going to be budget shortfalls coming. Chief Helmerichs said that they are planning on some retirements coming in. It takes 6 months to get a class together and another 6 months to get them on the street.

Alderman Hanauer asked if this money would be used if the city didn’t use its services. Director Kuizin said, only if the city does a police or firefighters test will this money be used for the services. Alderman Donelan asked to change his motion from the consent agenda to the debate agenda. Alderman Theilen seconded the motion. The motion passed on a voice vote of 10-0.

Next, agenda item 2018-055 An Ordinance To Increase The Number Of Class "E" Liquor Licenses By One For Patrizia Guerriero Llc D/B/A Lapiazza Cucina Italiana Located At 218-220 S. 6th Street Alderman Proctor made a motion to place the agenda item on the consent agenda. Alderman McMenamin seconded the motion. The motion passed on a voice vote of 9-0-1 with Alderman Fulgenzi voting present.

Next, agenda item 2018-056 An Ordinance To Increase The Number Of Class "O" Liquor Licenses By One For American Multi-Cinema Inc. D/B/A Amc Springfield 8 Located At 2945 S. Dirksen Parkway Alderman Senor made a motion to place the agenda item on the consent agenda. Alderman Theilen seconded the motion. The motion passed on a voice vote of 9-0-1 with Alderman Fulgenzi voting present.

Next, Alderman Donelan wanted to recognize former Alderman Frank Kunz was in the crowd this evening.

Next, Alderman Senor mentioned that Lincoln Magnet School won the 7th Grade State Championship

Next, Mayor Langfelder wanted to thank Girl Scout Troop 6195 for the Valentine’s card.

Next, Elizabeth Roars of 1600 Hochester Road spoke in favor of the firefighter class that is planning to graduate and there needs to be a strong work force for the firefighters.

Next, Alice Remmey 1212 South Livingston is upset that the Council didn’t vote in favor of the sales tax and hopes that someone comes up with a solution. She also wants to address the homeless person that yelled at her in downtown.

Next, CC Zerkle wanted to remind the Aldermen that amendments for the budget are due by Friday.

Next, Alderman Turner asked for a motion to adjourn the meeting. Alderman Donelan made the motion. Alderman Hanauer seconded the motion. The motion passed on a voice vote of 10-0. The Committee of the Whole adjourned at 7:54 pm

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