Grundy Reporter

City of Vienna City Council Met June 16.

Here is the minutes provided by the council:

The City Council of the City of Vienna met in regular session at Vienna City Hall with the following members and guest: 

ELECTED/APPOINTED OFFICIALS PRESENT: Steve Penrod, Mayor Richard Owen, Alderman Alan Racey, Alderman Melissa Hill, Alderman Austin Tuey, Alderman Angela Moore, Alderman Ron Pitts, Alderman Shane Racey, Superintendent Aleatha Wright, City Clerk 

ELECTED/APPOINTED OFFICIALS ABSENT: Brent Williams, Fire Chief Jim Miller, Police Chief Michelle Meyers, Treasurer 

GUESTS Joseph Emery Diana Steele 

There being a quorum, Mayor Penrod 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 the Omnibus Consent Agenda consisting of the June 2, 2021 council meeting minutes and the Warrant ($35,892.64). Alderman Tuey seconded the motion. All in favor motion carried. 

Alderman Pitts made a motion to Authorize and Approve Resolution 21-03, A Resolution Authorizing and Agreement with C&K Auto Sales, LLC for Redevelopment of Property Tax Increment financing located at 1004 West Vine Street in the City of Vienna, IL. Alderman Moore seconded the motion. The vote was as follows: Hill-yes, Moore-yes, Owen-yes, Pitts-yes, Racey-yes, Tuey-no. Motion carried. 

Alderman Racey made a motion to Authorize and Approve a Tax Increment Financing Redevelopment Agreement for Property Acquisition and New Construction for Business 1004 West Vine Street, C&K Equipment & Auto Sales, LLC. Alderman Pitts seconded the motion. The vote was as follows: Hill-yes, Moore-yes, Owen-yes, Pitts-yes, Racey yes, Tuey-no. Motion carried. 

PUBLIC COMMENT - None 

ELECTED/APPOINTED OFFICIALS 

Wright requested permission from council to enter into a Managed Print Program through Konica Minolta which would service two printers in city hall to provide unlimited printing, supplies, services and replacement of device. Wright said the duration of the agreement could be up to 60 months. Council gave consent. 

Wright said she received a resignation letter from administrative assistant, Diana Steele as she would be retiring. Alderman Owen and Racey both commented, thanking Steele for her service to the city. Wright said she would advertise for the position. 

Supt Racey said public works had seeded and placed dirt and straw around the amphitheater. Penrod thanked Larry Mizell and Johnson County 2000 for the donation of dirt that came from the industrial park. 

Alderman Moore and Hill briefly discussed the amphitheater rental fees. Council was in agreement for a $50.00 fee (up to four hours) as well as a $50.00 cash deposit for cleanup fee. In addition, park shelters would increase from $20.00 to $25.00. A resolution would be passed to finalize the new fees. 

Alderman Owen briefly mentioned the successful amphitheater dedication that took place Saturday, June 5th, that honored Phil Morris by naming the new amphit said there was interest in placing sidewalks around the amphitheater, asking other members for suggestions of location. 

Alderman Pitts revisited the topic of concern with pulling out on highway 146 from North 5th Street due to parking on the north side of the highway. Penrod said after reviewing the city ordinances, there was parking allowed on both sides of Vine Street between 7th Street and highway 45 but not within twenty feet of an intersection. Pitts suggested the idea of looking into a convex traffic mirror to be placed across from 5th Street. 

Alderman Tuey discussed the Jon Simmons memorial bench project as he and Supt. Racey had reviewed the location at the city park. Tuey said the 6ft. bench and plaque were in and ready for installation. Racey commented on the concrete purchase for the bench pad as well as redoing the walkway to the playground equipment. Racey suggested a 4 ft. sidewalk to the playground and pavilion #4, showing a diagram of proposed sidewalks. Tuey also mentioned recognition of the project donors when the dedication takes place. 

Mayor Penrod expressed appreciation for the Elks Lodge helping with the amphitheater dedication. Penrod said the library roof replacement was completed; complimenting Trico Roofing Company for a quick and clean job. Penrod discussed the upcoming Rt 146 East bridge replacement project as the city would have to relocate a raw waterline. Penrod said he met with city engineer, Brian Zeigler and Supt Racey earlier in the week to discuss the project. Penrod noted a gas line would also have to be moved for the project estimating that cost around $37,000 which is TIF eligible. 

At this time Penrod reviewed the city's Tax Increment Fund status update with council. This update included TIF funds that were reserved for business projects, prior commitments, upcoming planned infrastructure projects for 2021, and estimated new tax projected additions. Penrod also mentioned projects that would need to be done within the next few years at the water plant including tank sandblasting/painting and filter repair and media replacement. Grants were being sought for these projects. 

Penrod said he spoke with Chief Miller concerning several abandoned vehicles around town in which Miller contacted owners. Penrod said he reached out to Heartland Ag and they agreed to haul off the vehicles as long as a signed title was provided. 

Penrod said there was clean up taking place at the old Fairgrounds property. Penrod also mentioned the location of the old Gambit Hotel that needed to be cleaned up as well. 

Penrod said the businesses around the square had met and discussed having street signs made with their business names on them. They were looking for a location to place the signs at the city park, with consent of council, to help with advertising and sending tourists downtown from the park. 

Penrod also mentioned attending the recent commissioners meeting in which American Rescue Plan funds were discussed. Penrod said county was considering hiring a firm to handle their funds as the rules were not yet clear on how the money could be spent at this time. The City of Vienna is listed to receive approximately $177,000.00 in funds. 

As there was no further business to discuss Alderman Owen made a motion to adjourn the meeting. Alderman Pitts seconded the motion. Motion carried. 

Mayor Penrod declared the meeting adjourned at 7:43 p.m. 

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