City of Bushnell Council met June 18.
Here is the minutes provided by the Council:
Mayor Wilt called the meeting to order.
The Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag was given.
Roll Call:
Ald. Donna Coates - PAld. Jim Miller - PMayor Robin Wilt - PPublic Works Director Justin Griffith - P
Ald. Chuck Howell – PAld. Christina Steelman - PCity Clerk Tashina Bradford - PPolice Chief Joe Fosdyck - A
Ald. Mike Howell – P Ald. Bruce Lorton – ATreasurer Dan Cortelyou - PStreet Superintendent David Raymond - P
Ald. David Norton –P Ald. Brent Glisan – PCity Attorney Elizabeth Duvall - A
Ald. Miller made a motion to approve the consent agenda, which include the following items;
1. Acceptance of June 4 Minutes
2. Acceptance of May Financial Report
It was seconded by Ald. Norton. A roll call vote was taken and the results of that vote are as follows:
Ald. Coates “aye”Ald. Miller“aye”
Ald. C. Howell “aye”Ald. Steelman“aye “
Ald. M. Howell “aye”Ald. LortonAbsent
Ald. Norton “aye”Ald. Glisan “aye”
Where upon Mayor Wilt declared the motion carried.
Treasurers Report:
1. Treasurer Cortelyou advised there was a meeting held 6/14 where items were discussed to help get the budget on target for this year. Cortelyou will meet with department heads to discuss the budget further and make cuts where needed. He also advising to hold off on capital purchases.
Recognition of Guest:
1. Mark Rauschert was recognized and spoke to the council regarding the burned out property that used to be the Brickhouse. Rauschert encouraged the council to consider putting a lien on the property with a contingent clean-up plan if purchased. Rauschert expressed his concern for the condition of the property for the last 7 years. The council will discuss the options with our City Attorney.
Ad Hoc (Mayor’s Report):
1. Mayor Wilt has seen on Facebook that Macomb Police has put in a custody exchange/internet purchase pick up area in their parking lot that is monitored by cameras. Mayor Wilt would like to see this here in Bushnell as well. Once the Police Department has a camera set up we will look in to adding this.
2. There is not a sign that marks the cemetery turn. Mayor Wilt would like to have IDOT contacted to see about getting the signs replaced. Clerk Bradford will contact IDOT concerning the cemetery signs.
3. Mayor Wilt advised she had been asked by a citizen to have signs put up on each end of town saying “thank you for shopping and spending time in our town” This will be something we will look into.
4. Lakelawn needs a sign to slow traffic for children. Mayor Wilt will reach out to someone from the Lakelawn covenant about the sign.
5. Mayor Wilt advised the Council that IL 9 Highway Bridge will be replaced and the road will be closed from July 2nd through November 1st. The detour will be Waco Rd.
6. Mayor Wilt sent out a request for a small trailer to be used for her and the National Anthem singer the night of our Fireworks Display. Justin advised the city has one that can be utilized.
7. Mayor Wilt will be attending the Liquor Commission Conference in Springfield on June 26th.
8. Mayor Wilt asked everyone to keep former City employee, Kevin McCleery in their thoughts as he is healing from a medical procedure.
9. Mayor Wilt asked the Council to let Clerk Bradford know if they send someone to City Hall. She asked that they call and let the Clerk know who and what purpose they have sent so everyone can be on the same page.
Personnel/Finance/Budget
Public Works – Street/Sewer/Alley:
1. Street Department will be down an employee June 29th, as Corey Howell is leaving for another job. Justin has been sifting through applications and is recommending Jesse Carter for the replacement.
Ald. Miller made a motion to approve the replacement of Howell’s position. It was seconded by Ald. Coates. A roll call vote was taken and the results of that vote are as follows:
Ald. Coates “aye”Ald. Miller“aye”
Ald. C. Howell “aye”Ald. Steelman“aye “
Ald. M. Howell “aye”Ald. LortonAbsent
Ald. Norton “aye”Ald. Glisan “aye”
Where upon Mayor Wilt declared the motion carried.
2. Miller asked for Council consent to allow the closure of the 400 block of Crafford St. on June 30th for Bushnell’s Family Fun Day and Car Raffle. Council consented to the one day closure.
3. Public Works Director Griffith advised the Council that there is an employee going out on medical leave and is unsure the length he will be out. They will further discuss the possibility of a temporary position at a later date.
Police/Liquor/ESDA:
1. Ald. Glisan advised that Jessica Riden has completed all background checks and is clear to be added to Casey’s Liquor License.
2. Christi Steelman asked for permission to close the 400 block of Crafford St. for a Food Truck Festival held on July 26th from 4pm to 9pm. She is looking also for permission for a one-time special event liquor license for a fenced in beer garden during those times in the East Park. The Council gives consent for the street closure.
Ald. Norton made a motion to approve the one-time special event liquor license in the East Park between the hours of 4pm and 9pm on July 26th, 2018. It was seconded by Ald. Coates. A roll call vote was taken and the results of that vote are as follows:
Ald. Coates “aye”Ald. Miller“aye”
Ald. C. Howell “aye”Ald. SteelmanAbstain
Ald. M. Howell “aye”Ald. LortonAbsent
Ald. Norton “aye”Ald. Glisan “aye”
Where upon Mayor Wilt declared the motion carried.
3. ESDA Director Rench advised there will be a wait for the McDonough County Power Grant. He believes to hear back from them later in July.
Parks/Recreation:
1. Committee Chair, Brent Glisan, advised that Judy Brooks is looking for consent to utilize the Bushnell logo for the sale of Christmas Ornaments as a fund raiser for the Historical Society. The Council agreed to consent the use of the City logo.
Real Estate:
1. Coates advised that the wording in the Waste Fee Assistance Grant will be held over to the next Council meeting when our City Attorney is available.
Economic Development:
1. Ald. Steelman advised she would like to see signs pointing to Timberview Lakes. She will reach out to IDOT to discuss.
2. Ald. Steelman advised there is a meeting tomorrow discussing “Filling Empty Buildings” tomorrow at 11am here at City Hall. She invited everyone to attend and watch the webinar with her.
MAEDCO:
1. Pierce advised the Council that she had a meeting with Dan Chambers at Vaughan & Bushnell discussing a job search for this summer. She is also working to put together a brochure highlighting our housing options for those currently working in Rockford plant that may want to relocate.
Attorney’s Report:
1. Mayor Wilt pointed out the Prevailing Wage Ordinance that was in the Council packets per City Attorney, Liz Duvall. Mayor Wilt asked for approval.
Ald. Norton made a motion to approve Ordinance 2018-5 Prevailing Wage Ordinance. It was seconded by Ald. M. Howell. A roll call vote was taken and the results of that vote are as follows:
Ald. Coates “aye”Ald. Miller“aye”
Ald. C. Howell “aye”Ald. Steelman“aye “
Ald. M. Howell “aye”Ald. LortonAbsent
Ald. Norton “aye”Ald. Glisan “aye”
Where upon Mayor Wilt declared the motion carried.
Ald. Miller made motion to adjourn.
Ald. Steelman seconded motion.
Meeting was adjourned
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