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MINUTES OF THE REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
HELD AUGUST 4, 2003
The meeting was called to order at 7:05 P.M. by Mayor Robert Rice with all council
members present at roll call except Dawn Thompson.
Minutes of the July 21, 2003 Council Meeting were approved on a motion made
by Jerry second by Gary. Roll call: John Haney-yes, Dave McClelland-yes,
Butch Cook-yes, Jerry Henson-yes, Chad Farischon-yes, Gary Koerner-yes, Theresa
O’Hare-yes. Motion carried 7 yeas, 0 nays.
City Attorney, David Staczak explained the annexation procedure should be handled
the same as a variance procedure where as the Zoning Board of Appeals would
conduct the public hearing for the request of annexation of property and the
Zoning Board’s recommendation would then be passed on to the City Council.
A Public Hearing was opened at 7:15 P.M. by Mayor Robert Rice to receive public
input regarding the future of the Community Building located at 201 S. East
Street. Public attendance sign in sheet is attached to the minutes.
Representatives of the Boy Scouts stated they had received their letter announcing
the closure of the community building and instructions to remove all their articles
of storage at the site. They felt they needed more time to comply with
the city’s instruction. It was mentioned there was a strong need
for the scout leaders, Kiwanis members and the city to work together to find
a suitable replacement for the scouts use. Bill Swindle was concerned
about electrical service and the parking area provided to the carnival at the
community building during the Annual Fall Festival. Fire Chief, Ed Underhill
wanted the city to be aware that phone service lines located at the ESDA Department
in the basement of the Community Building are configured to operate emergency
service equipment. Viola Williamson spoke on behalf of the Peace Meal.
She spoke of her concern whether the Chamber would continue to allow Peace Meal
to use Water Tower Place. The Public Hearing was closed at 7:45 P.M.
Rick Hanafin who works with AT&T updating digital communication equipment
throughout the Midwest area has requested to rent 6000 square feet of storage
at the permabilt building for $800.00 per month. Motion was made by Gary,
second by Jerry to approve leasing 6000 square feet of storage space at the
permabilt building for the amount of $800.00 per month and directing Dave Stanczak
to prepare the lease agreement. Roll call: John Haney-yes, Dave
McClelland-yes, Butch Cook-yes, Jerry Henson-yes, Chad Farischon-yes, Gary Koerner-yes,
Theresa O’Hare-yes. Motion carried 7 yeas, 0 nays.
Minutes of meeting held 08/04/03 continued.
The City recently purchased a new set of Sidwell aerial photos which include
the city lot lines. Jeff requested the city approve the purchase of 31
sections of aerial photos of Le Roy and the surrounding area. Motion was
made by John, second by Chad to approve the purchase of aerial photos of 31
sections of Le Roy and surrounding area from the Regional Planning Commission
at a cost of $1,550.00. Roll call: John Haney-yes, Dave McClelland-yes,
Butch Cook-yes, Jerry Henson-yes, Chad Farischon-yes, Gary Koerner-yes, Theresa
O’Hare-yes. Motion carried 7 yeas, 0 nays.
Motion was made by Jerry, second by John directing the public hearing for Bishop
Estates Annexation to the Zoning Board of Appeals for consideration for approval.
Roll call: John Haney-yes, Dave McClelland-yes, Butch Cook-yes, Jerry
Henson-yes, Chad Farischon-yes, Gary Koerner-yes, Theresa O’Hare-yes.
Motion carried 7 yeas, 0 nays.
Motion was made by Butch, second by John to approve the agreement to write off
50% of the total lien of $3,362.25 filed against the property at 300 E. Center,
the Princess Theater, owned by Mary Engan. The payment of $1,681.13 will
be required at closing. Roll call: John Haney-yes, Dave McClelland-yes,
Butch Cook-yes, Jerry Henson-yes, Chad Farischon-yes, Gary Koerner-yes, Theresa
O’Hare-yes. Motion carried 7 yeas, 0 nays.
Motion was made by Gary, second by Dave to table the Intergovernmental Agreement
with El Paso and to direct staff to approach El Paso with the suggestion of
a service contract. Roll call: John Haney-yes, Dave McClelland-yes,
Butch Cook-yes, Jerry Henson-yes, Chad Farischon-yes, Gary Koerner-yes, Theresa
O’Hare-yes. Motion carried 7 yeas, 0 nays.
Motion was made by Theresa, second by John approving the request of Empire Capitol
to construct an awning over the storefront at 208 E. Center Street. Roll
call: John Haney-yes, Dave McClelland-yes, Butch Cook-yes, Jerry Henson-yes,
Chad Farischon-yes, Gary Koerner-yes, Theresa O’Hare-yes. Motion
carried 7 yeas, 0 nays.
Motion was made by Gary, second by Theresa to approve the listed invoices in
the amount of $63,655.92 for payment with the stipulation that the check in
the amount of $56,425.16 to Empire Capitol be held until they provide the appropriate
documentation of eligible expenses. Roll call: John Haney-yes, Dave
McClelland-yes, Butch Cook-yes, Jerry Henson-yes, Chad Farischon-yes, Gary Koerner-yes,
Theresa O’Hare-yes. Motion carried 7 yeas, 0 nays.
Ordinance No. 03-08-01-52, An ordinance approving the
Final Subdivision Plat for Crumbaugh Subdivision Sixth Addition to the City
of Le Roy, McLean County, Illinois was passed on a motion made by Dave, second
by Gary. Roll call: John Haney-yes, Dave McClelland-yes, Butch Cook-yes,
Jerry Henson-yes, Chad Farischon-yes, Gary Koerner-yes, Theresa O’Hare-yes.
Motion carried 7 yeas, 0 nays.
Minutes of meeting held 08/04/03 continued.
Motion was made by John to allow the scout troops two additional weeks before
closing of the Community Building. Motion died for lack of second.
Concern for standing water in between the drives into the Shell Station was
discussed. Staff suggested they put together some options needed to correct
the situation and bring back to the next meeting.
Motion was made by Gary, second by John to adjourn the regular scheduled council
meeting at 9:20 P.M. Roll call: John Haney-yes, Dave McClelland-yes,
Butch Cook-yes, Jerry Henson-yes, Chad Farischon-yes, Gary Koerner-yes, Theresa
O’Hare-yes. Motion carried 7 yeas, 0 nays.
Sue Marcum,
City Clerk