City of Auburn City Council met March 4.
Here is the minutes as provided by the council:
Mayor Berola called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.
Present: Tom Berola, Julie Barnhill, Chris Warwick, Lori Basiewicz, Vic Devos, Jr., Jason Garrett, Larry Hemmerle, Rod Johnson, Joe Powell, and Tracy Sheppard.
Junior Alderman Attendance: None
Absent: Superintendent Mike McCarthy
Junior Alderman Absent: Bailey Devine, Mitch Jones and Samantha Wheeler
Department Heads: Chief Dave Campbell, Assistant Superintendent TJ Henson, City Office Manager Kristy Ponsler and Attorney Rusty Reed
I. Mayor’s Comments
II. Visitors/Public Comments
A. Representative Mike Murphy, 99th District
Representative Mike Murphy attended the City Council meeting to formally introduce himself and hand out his business card. If anyone needs to reach him, they now have the information.
B. Carnival Update – Brandy Brown
Brandy Brown informed the Council that they are still trying to find viable location options to having the Queen’s pageant rehearsal on Wednesday night and pageant on Thursday night.
C. Division of Property – Jencore/Dambacher
Rhett & Ryan Dambacher were present at the Council meeting for the City to sign off on the Division of Property North of Casey’s on Route 4, 45.9 + 5 acres North of property owned by Jencore. Jencore representative was not present. Attorney Reed suggested that this matter go to Executive Session. Mayor Berola informed the Dambacher’s that he would reach out to them sometime next week after the executive session takes place.
D. EDC New Business Proposal
Derek Lees, Nikki Lees and Corey Maynard, Owners and Brewmasters of Craft Nano-Brewery were present at the Council Meeting to share an overview of their plans for a Brewery, outdoor patio and beer garden in the old Magro’s building. Craft Nano-Brewery currently reside at that location and is serving as a microbrewery. They are working with Alderman Sheppard on getting the correct zoning for this Craft Nano-Brewery. The Council will continue to receive updates on this prospective business.
III. City Clerk’s Report – Barnhill
A. February 19, 2019 Meeting Minutes
Clerk Barnhill presented the meeting minutes from the meeting on February 19, 2019 for the Council’s review and approval. A motion was made by Sheppard to approve the minutes for February 19, 2019 minutes, second by Garrett. VOICE Vote Aye: Lori Basiewicz, Vic Devos Jr, Jason Garrett, Larry Hemmerle, Vince Nadalini, Rod Johnson, Joe Powell, and Tracy Sheppard. NAY: None. PRESENT: None. ABSENT: None (8-0-0-0)
IV. Treasurer’s Report –
A. Bills List February 20, 2019 to March 4, 2019
Treasurer Chris Warwick presented the Bills List from February 20, 2019 to March 4, 2019 for the Council’s review and approval. A motion was made by Sheppard to approve the Bills List from February 20, 2019 to March 4, 2019, second by Basiewicz. VOICE Vote Aye: Lori Basiewicz, Vic Devos Jr, Jason Garrett, Larry Hemmerle, Vince Nadalini, Rod Johnson, Joe Powell, and Tracy Sheppard. NAY: None. PRESENT: None. ABSENT: None (8-0-0-0)
V. Attorney’s Report – Reed
A. Ordinance – First Reading, Ameren Illinois Franchise Agreement
Attorney Rusty Reed provided the Council the first reading of Ordinance Ameren Illinois Franchise Agreement for the Council to review.
VI. Department Heads
A. Chief Dave Campbell
Chief Campbell informed the Council he is working with Alderman Sheppard on ordinance violations. He is also working on some additional grants. Alderman Garrett inquired about part time police officers and how many we currently employ. Campbell informed Garrett that they currently employ 1 part time officer and do not have a need for additional right now due to shifts not be available.
B. Superintendent -- Mike McCarthy
Superintendent Mike McCarthy was out ill so Assistant TJ Henson was available and reported that they did not have a report.
C. City Office Manager Kristy Ponsler
City Office Manager Kristy Ponsler provided an update on the IDOT Safe Roads Grant. Ponsler is hoping for answer later in March.
Committee Reports
A. Administration – Johnson
Alderman Johnson informed that Council that an Administration Committee meeting will meet March 19, 7:00 p.m. to start budget planning for next fiscal year.
B. Public Works/Public Utilities – Johnson/Hemmerle
Aldermen Johnson indicated to the Council that the Public Works/Public Utilities Committee will meet on March 20, 7 p.m.
C. Health & Safety – Alderman Nadalini
Alderman Nadalini indicated that the Health & Safety Committee will be meeting prior to the Administration Budget Committee Meeting on March 19, 6:30 p.m.
D. Health & Housing – Sheppard
1. 173 E Monroe – Inoperable Vehicle
Alderman Sheppard indicated that they have reached out to Dale Wagner, property owner of 173 E. Monroe, and have not heard a word from them. The Council decided to send an extra letter (certified) be sent to them to give them ample opportunity to clean it up. This matter will be discussed at the next City Council meeting.
2. 222 E. Adams – Inoperable Vehicle and Unsightly Accumulations (Gresham)
Alderman Sheppard asked Mr. Gary Gresham to attend the Council meeting and he did make an appearance. He indicated to the Council that he is in the process of cleaning up the yard and will continue to do so once the weather clears up. The vehicle that they deemed inoperable has been proven to Officer Edwards that it is clearly operable and has current tags on it. Alderman Sheppard commended Mr. Gresham for coming to the Council meeting and making an effort of cleaning up his property.
E. Parks – Hemmerle
Alderman Hemmerle indicated that the Parks Committee will be meeting after the Public Works/Public Utilities meeting on March 20, 7 p.m.
F. Sidewalks -- Garrett
Alderman Garrett asked each Council members to provide information to him regarding the need for sidewalk repairs in their respective Wards.
G. Economic Development Committee – Basiewicz
Alderman Basiewicz indicated the EDC met on February 21, 2019 and reviewed membership assignments. Basiewicz also applauded Nano Craft Brewery for the new business venture they are undertaking. Alderman Basiewicz informed the Council that Tanner’s Barbershop Grand Opening Ceremony will be Saturday, March 9 at 12:00 p.m. She encouraged all Council members to attend if their schedule allowed it.
VII. Other Business
A. Zoning
a. Zoning Board Recommendations
Alderman Sheppard informed the Council of the Zoning Board Recommendations. A motion was made by Sheppard to accept all of the recommendation to the zoning board, permitted uses updated; bulk regulations; schedule of district regulations; off street parking and loading; and fees; second by Johnson. Vote Aye: Lori Basiewicz, Vic Devos Jr, Jason Garrett, Larry Hemmerle, Vince Nadalini, Rod Johnson, Joe Powell, and Tracy Sheppard. NAY: None. PRESENT: None. ABSENT: None (8-0-0-0)
IX. Adjournment
Motion to adjournment at 8:26 p.m. from public meeting to executive session was made by Johnson and second by Nadalini. VOICE Vote Aye: Lori Basiewicz, Vic Devos Jr, Jason Garrett, Larry Hemmerle, Vince Nadalini, Rod Johnson, Joe Powell, and Tracy Sheppard. NAY: None. PRESENT: None. ABSENT: None (8-0-0-0)
Motion to adjournment at 9:08 p.m. out of executive session was made by Garrett and second by Sheppard. VOICE Vote Aye: Lori Basiewicz, Vic Devos Jr, Jason Garrett, Larry Hemmerle, Vince Nadalini, Rod Johnson, Joe Powell, and Tracy Sheppard. NAY: None. PRESENT: None. ABSENT: None (8-0-0-0)
Motion to come back in regular meeting at 9:09 p.m. by Basiewicz, second by Sheppard. VOICE Vote Aye: Lori Basiewicz, Vic Devos Jr, Jason Garrett, Larry Hemmerle, Vince Nadalini, Rod Johnson, Joe Powell, and Tracy Sheppard. NAY: None. PRESENT: None. ABSENT: None (8-0-0-0)
Motion to adjournment at 9:09 p.m. was made by Sheppard and second by Basiewicz. VOICE Vote Aye: Lori Basiewicz, Vic Devos Jr, Jason Garrett, Larry Hemmerle, Vince Nadalini, Rod Johnson, Joe Powell, and Tracy Sheppard. NAY: None. PRESENT: None. ABSENT: None (8-0-0-0)
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