City of Vienna City Council met Wednesday, Nov. 21.
Here is the minutes provided by the council:
The City Council of the City of Vienna met in regular session, Wednesday, November 21, 2018 at Vienna City Hall with the following members and guest:
ELECTED/APPOINTED OFFICIALS PRESENT:
Jon Simmons, Mayor
Alan Racey, Alderman
Austin Tuey, Alderman
Richard Owen, Alderman
Melissa Hill, Alderman
Aleatha Wright, City Clerk
Shane Racey, City Supt
Brent Williams, Fire Chief
Phil Morris, Depot
Margaret Mathis, Librarian
ELECTED/APPOINTED OFFICIALS ABSENT:
Debbie Riddle, Alderman
Cheryl Myrick, Alderman
Josh Stratemeyer, City Attorney
Jim Miller, Police Chief
Michelle Meyers, Treasurer
GUESTS: Doug Patton, IDOT
There being a quorum, Mayor Simmons called the meeting of the Vienna City Council to order at 6:30 p.m.
NEW BUSINESS
Alderman Owen made a motion to Authorize and Approve to amend an original motion to purchase fruit for the 50/100 mile run, increasing the amount by $433.00 (Tourism Fund). Alderman Hill seconded the motion. Motion carried: 4-yes, 2-absent.
Alderman Tuey made a motion to approve the Omnibus Consent Agenda consisting of the November 7, 2018 Council Meeting Minutes, November 14, 2018 Special Meeting Minutes, and the Warrant ($23,956.5). Alderman Owen seconded the motion. Motion carried: 4-yes, 2 absent.
Doug Patton with IDOT was present to speak with city officials for the purchase of a 10 ft strip of property from the city for the replacement of a bridge structure on US Hwy 45 South that crosses Little Cache Creek. Discussion was had over location of city utility lines as well as other details of the project. Patton said the estimated time for this project could be around a year to complete. City officials were in agreement this would be an improvement for the city.
Alderman Tuey made a motion to Authorize and Approve Resolution 18-13, A Resolution Authorizing the sale of property to Illinois Department of Transportation for highway purposes for the sum of $1,100.00. Alderman Hill seconded the motion. Motion carried: 4-yes, 2-absent.
Alderman Hill made a motion to Authorize and Approve the purchase of a Radio detection RD8100PDL Receiver, TX10 Transmitter/RX Batpack charger, Lion, TX Batt Pack charger, Locator Bag. Cost: $6,760.48-Subsurface Solutions. (Split between Water, Sewer, and Gas Funds) Supt Racey noted this piece of equipment is essential for locating the city lines for JULIE calls. As of the now the city owns one and with the increase installation of internet throughout town there is a higher volume of JULIE calls.
Alderman Tuey made a motion to Authorize and approve the purchase of Holiday Hams/Turkeys for City Employees. The motion was seconded by Alderman Hill. Motion carried: 4-yes, 2 absent.
CITY ELECTED AND APPOINTED OFFICIALS
Mayor Simmons briefly mentioned the start of the county demolition on the old funeral home.
Clerk Wright announced there would be a residential demolition grant opportunity. Will place on next agenda for consent from council.
City Supt Racey said Shawnee Telephone Company would be working on 11th and Hess installing internet.
Fire Chief, Williams said new bulbs per the Ameren lighting program were replaced in the Fire Dept. by Scott Wright. Williams also said he hoped to have a sample ordinance to review with council by the next meeting concerning a billing company taking over invoicing fire calls for the city.
Margaret Mathis, City Librarian thanked all who assisted with the Veterans Day service.
Phil Morris, Depot briefly mentioned reaching out to Senator Fowler concerning the OSLAD grant.
Alderman Tuey briefly mentioned he was still pursuing changes with the burn ban and would like to discuss the topic further at the next scheduled meeting.
As there was no further business to discuss Alderman Hill made a motion to adjourn. The motion was seconded by Alderman Owen. Motion carried.
Mayor Simmons declared the meeting adjourned at 7:18 p.m.
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