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City of Atlanta Council met Dec. 18.

Here is the agenda provided by the council:

OPEN: The regular meeting of the Atlanta City Council was held on Tuesday December 18, 2018 at the Atlanta City Hall. The meeting was called to order by Mayor Fred Finchum at 7:30pm.

ROLL CALL: Eimer, Young, McVey, Cheek and Finchum were present. Halley was absent.

Motion by Cheek second by Finchum to approve the minutes as presented.

ROLL CALL:

Halley-A Finchum-yes

Eimer-yes Cheek-yes

Young-yes McVey-yes

Motion Carries.

Motion by McVey second by Eimer to pay all bills as approved by their respected chairman or as far as money allows.

ROLL CALL:

Halley-A Finchum-yes

Eimer-yes Cheek-yes

Young-yes McVey-yes

Motion Carries.

George Menken told the council of some requirements for purchase of the Golf Course. Direct and indirect benefits from the golf Course as it pertains to the sale of the course.

Alderman Halley entered the meeting at 7:40p.m.

Paul Eckert asked if Keith Eimer should be participate in executive session since he is related to a general partner of the Golf Course?

Jim Welchel asked that everyone consider the benefits of having the Golf Course and the other attractions to the community.

Chief Chad Eimer gave a short report of Police activity. A problem with someone cutting Christmas lights.

Motion by McVey second by Cheek to enter executive session to discuss the lease of the Golf Course property pursuant to 5 ILCS 120/2 c 5

ROLL CALL:

Halley-yes Finchum-yes

Eimer-Abstain Cheek-yes

Young- yes McVey-yes

Motion Carries.

The council re-entered regular session.

Alderwoman Finchum asked if there was a decision on Christmas party for the employees.

Motion by Cheek second by Finchum to adjourn the meeting.

ROLL CALL:

Halley-yes Finchum-yes

Eimer-yes Cheek-yes

Young-yes McVey-yes

Motion Carries.

The meeting adjourned at 8:30 pm

Kenneth Martin

City Clerk

Atlanta City Council

Meeting Minutes

December 4, 2018

OPEN: The regular meeting of the Atlanta City Council was held on Tuesday December 4, 2018 at the Atlanta City Hall. The meeting was called to order by Mayor Fred Finchum at 7:30pm.

ROLL CALL: Eimer, Young, McVey, Cheek and Finchum were present. Halley was absent.

Motion by Cheek second by Finchum to approve the minutes as presented.

ROLL CALL:

Halley-A Finchum-yes

Eimer-yes Cheek-yes

Young-yes McVey-yes

Motion Carries.

Halley entered the meeting at 7:35pm

Motion by McVey second by Eimer to pay all bills as approved by their respected chairman or as far as money allows.

ROLL CALL:

Halley-yes Finchum-yes

Eimer-yes Cheek-yes

Young-yes McVey-yes

Motion Carries.

George Menken commented on the reason for Executive Session was incorrect. Menken also commented on amount of money spent on the Golf Course for operations. He felt that the City had spent too much.

Alan Grigg submitting a petition pursuant to IL Election code to put a referendum on the April ballot, stating Should Atlanta purchase North Greens Golf Course with an answer of yes or no.

Officer Griffin reported that the Police Dept was investigating a sexual assault case. And there has been some juvenile activity regarding cutting Christmas lights and knocking on doors.

The City Attorney reported that the City could issue a special event permit pertaining to the library property due to the Library having Dram Shop Insurance.

The Council took up the 2018 Tax Levy. The recommended levy was down by $7,643.

Motion by McVey second by Cheek to accept the Tax Levy Ordinance as presented.

ROLL CALL:

Halley-yes Finchum-yes

Eimer-yes Cheek-yes

Young-no McVey-yes

Motion Carries.

The Attorney reported on potential conflict of interest. Disclosures was gone over and requirements of the council pertaining to any member of the council that has more than 7 1/2 percent interest of the ownership of that Golf Course.

Motion by McVey second by Finchum to enter executive session to discuss the lease of the Golf Course property pursuant to 5 ILCS 120/2 c 5

ROLL CALL:

Halley-yes Finchum-yes

Eimer-Abstain Cheek-yes

Young- yes McVey-yes

Motion Carries.

The council re-entered regular session.

Alderwoman Finchum recommended that the Dept. Heads put together a Christmas party or dinner for their employees.

Alderman Eimer praised everyone involved in the Tree Lighting ceremony. Weather did not cooperate but otherwise successful event.

Motion by McVey second by Cheek to adjourn the meeting.

ROLL CALL:

Halley-yes Finchum-yes

Eimer-yes Cheek-yes

Young-yes McVey-yes

Motion Carries.

The meeting adjourned at 8:45 pm

Kenneth Martin

City Clerk

Atlanta City Council

Meeting Minutes

November 20, 2018

OPEN: The regular meeting of the Atlanta City Council was held on Tuesday November 20, 2018 at the Atlanta City Hall. The meeting was called to order by Mayor Fred Finchum at 7:30pm.

ROLL CALL: Halley, Eimer, Young, McVey, Cheek and Finchum were present.

Motion by Cheek second by Eimer to approve the minutes as presented.

ROLL CALL:

Halley-yes Finchum-yes

Eimer-yes Cheek-yes

Young-yes McVey-yes

Motion Carries.

Motion by McVey second by Halley to pay all bills as approved by their respected chairman or as far as money allows.

ROLL CALL:

Halley-yes Finchum-yes

Eimer-yes Cheek-yes

Young-yes McVey-yes

Motion Carries.

Mary Hill brought up that liquor at the Library events is unnecessary. She asked that the City put up the Golf Course to a vote as a referendum. She also stated that in the Façade Grant request for roofing, was not listed as eligible.

Rick Lynch asked that the Golf Course expenses be available for view.

George Menken felt that the City should not be involved in the Golf Course.

Melanie Blankenship asked if employees got a different pay scale to play. Also, disclosure was needed on the Golf Course as to the Limited Partners. She made a lengthy statement on operations and apposing purchasing.

Alan Grigg agreed with the group.

Paul Eckert asked if the clock could be repaired at the library. The library takes care of the clock not the city.

Randy Brooks reported the weather has suspended play until it gets warmer.

Officer Geriets had nothing new to report for the Police Dept.

The Mayor reported on a recycling proposal from Area Disposal was brought up. The new cost will be close to the current costs.

Motion by McVey second by Cheek to accept the proposal from Area Disposal.

ROLL CALL:

Halley-yes Finchum-yes

Eimer-yes Cheek-yes

Young-yes McVey-yes

Motion Carries.

The first meeting in January falls on the 1st and it was agreed that would be changed to January 2nd, 2019.

The council reviewed a petition, if approved by the ICC, to allow much higher speeds up to 80mph for freight and 110 mph for passenger trains.

A Resolution to Abate Tax for $480,000 General Obligation Bonds was discussed.

Motion by McVey second by Halley to Abate the Tax for $480,000 General Obligation Bonds.

ROLL CALL:

Halley-yes Finchum-yes

Eimer-yes Cheek-yes

Young-yes McVey-yes

Motion Carries.

A Resolution to Abate Tax for $1,890,000 General Obligation Bonds was discussed.

Motion by Cheek second by Finchum to Abate the Tax for $1,890,000 General obligation Bonds.

ROLL CALL:

Halley-yes Finchum-yes

Eimer-yes Cheek-yes

Young-yes McVey-yes

Motion Carries.

A Tourism request from the Hotel/Motel Tax from the Hawes Elevator for $240 to repair the I55 sign.

Motion by Young second by Eimer to approve the request for the Hawes Elevator.

ROLL CALL:

Halley-yes Finchum-yes

Eimer-yes Cheek-yes

Young-yes McVey-yes

Motion Carries.

A request was received from the Atlanta Museum for $1,225.00 to finish brick work on the 5-lamp post on Vine St.

Motion by McVey second by Finchum to accept the bid and pay the $1225.00 from the Hotel/Motel Tax to help the Museum finish the brick work.

ROLL CALL:

Halley-no Finchum-yes

Eimer-yes Cheek-Abstain

Young-no McVey-yes

Motion Carries.

The City received 2 Façade Improvement Grant requests. John Sherman requested a $2000 grant for roof repair.

Alderman Young asked if the roof repair work should be included. The work was not expressly prohibited.

Alderwoman Halley felt that it doesn’t qualify for the program.

Motion by Halley second by Finchum to deny that roof repair is eligible for Façade Improvement Grant on this request from John Sherman for roof repair.

ROLL CALL:

Halley-yes Finchum-yes

Eimer-yes Cheek-yes

Young-yes McVey-yes

Motion Carries.

The second request was for masonry work at 112 SE Vine St. for $2000 from Charlie Lamascola.

Motion by Cheek second by Eimer to approve the Façade Improvement Grant request from Charlie Lomascola for $2000.

ROLL CALL:

Halley-yes Finchum-yes

Eimer-yes Cheek-yes

Young-yes McVey-yes

Motion Carries.

Cindy Bailey requested a Special Event permit for a Reception on 12/31/18 from 4pm to 8pm.

The council felt insurance should be required to cover the event.

Motion by Eimer second by Halley to deny the Special Event permit request from Cindy Bailey.

ROLL CALL:

Halley-yes Finchum-yes

Eimer-yes Cheek-yes

Young-yes McVey-yes

Motion Carries.

The council instructed City attorney to make changes to Liquor ordinance requiring Insurance for any Special Event permit held on public property.

The Mayor went over Health Insurance Premiums for the next year. The increase was $19.

Motion by Cheek second by Halley to accept the new premiums.

ROLL CALL:

Halley-yes Finchum-yes

Eimer-yes Cheek-yes

Young-yes McVey-yes

Motion Carries.

Motion by Halley second by Cheek to enter executive session to discuss the lease of the Golf Course property pursuant to 5 ILC 5/2 c 5

ROLL CALL:

Halley-yes Finchum-yes

Eimer-Abstain Cheek-yes

Young- yes McVey-yes

Motion Carries.

The council re-entered regular session.

The Mayor reported that Paul Goodwin has had surgery and will be out for approximately 6 weeks.

Alderman Finchum reported that the tree lighting will be Dec. 1st.

Motion by Halley second by Finchum to adjourn the meeting.

ROLL CALL:

Halley-yes Finchum-yes

Eimer-yes Cheek-yes

Young-yes McVey-yes

Motion Carries.

The meeting adjourned at 10:00 pm

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