Grundy Reporter

City of Vienna City Council met Feb. 16

Here are 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 Angela Moore, Alderman Richard Owen, Alderman Austin Tuey, Alderman Alan Racey, Alderman Melissa Hill, Alderman Ron Pitts, Alderman Shane Racey, Superintendent Rick Abell, City Attorney Aleatha Wright, City Clerk

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

GUESTS Jennifer Jacobsen Joe Emery

There being a quorum, Mayor Penrod called the meeting of the Vienna City Council to order at 6:30 p.m.

NEW BUSINESS

Alderman Tuey made a motion to Authorize and Approve the Omnibus Consent Agenda consisting of the February 2, 2022 council meeting minutes, the Warrant ($20,830.67), and January Treasurer's Report. Alderman Moore seconded the motion. All in favor motion carried.

Alderman Racey made a motion to Authorize and Approve donation for Community Easter egg hunt. April 16th at the city park in the amount of $150.00 (Community Funds). The motion was seconded by Alderman Owen. All in favor motion carried.

Alderman Pitts made a motion to Authorize and Approve $1,225.00 (General Funds) for the purchase of an auger torque stump planer from the Attachment Company, LLC. Alderman Tuey seconded the motion. All in favor, motion carried.

Alderman Owen made a motion to Authorize and Approve application for a Class A liquor license at the location of 102 North 1st Street, Red Fox Tavern. Alderman Hill seconded the motion. All in favor, motion carried.

Jennifer Jacobsen, Vienna Town Square Mall owner was present to comment on the city's current ordinance prohibiting alcohol sales around the city square. Jacobsen said she was aware of individuals approaching the city to remove the ordinance. Jacobsen said she had inquired of liquor license information from the city but said she would not be pursuing a license at this time as she understood there was opposition. Jacobsen thanked the council for their time on the subject. Jacobsen also mentioned her TIF facade project agreement as she was still waiting for a door to be delivered for installation. Council said, if necessary, they would extend the TIF agreement.

PUBLIC COMMENT None

ELECTED/APPOINTED OFFICIALS

Attorney Abell informed council the small claims process on delinquent fire calls has started. Abell also said after some research, he did not locate anything in the state statutes that would allow the city to impose a camping tax as discussed at a previous meeting.

Wright informed council, on behalf of Fire Chief Williams, that repairs were needed to the engine #4 onboard charger as well as new rear tires for engine #7. Wright said Williams would obtain quotes before purchasing tires.

Wright also said the cost of the fireworks display through Starfire Corporation would be increasing thirty percent. Wright said per Chief Williams, the city would need to find a different lead shooter. Williams had also requested a date be set for the show. Council discussed cost and requested an updated quote for display options. Council was in agreement to hold the fireworks display on 2nd or Sunday, July 3t4 as a second choice concerning availability of a lead shooter.

Supt Racey commented on the old gambit hotel property being cleaned up.

Alderman Racey commended the public works department's efforts with snow/ice removal the prior week. Racey mentioned a grant funding opportunity through AARP he was made aware of at a recent Southern Five Planning District meeting.

Alderman Hill said she was contacted by Little Egypt Shows concerning the annual fall carnival. There were no dates available in October as changes were made to their 2022 schedule.

Mayor Penrod reappointed Ruby Moore to the Zoning Board with consent of council for the term 2022-2027.

Penrod said flooring was ordered for city hall and would be in March 18th

Penrod said he accepted an invitation to join the SIDEZ (Southernmost Illinois Delta Empowerment Zone) board.

Penrod said Arrowleaf would be hosting a 10k/5k and fun run at the city park April 2nd. Sponsorship approval would be placed on the next meeting agenda.

Penrod discussed design of the roundabout that would be included in the 146 East project. Penrod reviewed a policy from IDOT for town name signs, banners, etc. with council. Policy restrictions would not allow for several ideas the council had on the roundabout/landscaping design. Discussion was had on modifications. Penrod said IDOT would need input from the city on the design by the end of March.

As there was no further business to discuss, Alderman Owen made a motion to adjourn. Seconded by Alderman Pitts.

Mayor Penrod declared the meeting adjourned at 7:16 p.m.

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