City of Batavia City Council met April 4.
Here are the minutes provided by the council:
PLEASE NOTE: These minutes are not a word-for-word transcription of the statements made at the meeting, nor intended to be a comprehensive review of all discussions. Minutes are intended to make an official record of the actions taken by the Committee/City Council, and to include some description of discussion points as understood by the minute-taker. Any references to discussion and/or statements are only to provide greater clarity to the public and they may not reference all, some, or any of an individual speaker’s comments.
1. MEETING CALLED TO ORDER
The Mayor called the meeting to order at 7:30 PM.
2. INVOCATION followed by PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Alderman Cerone led the Pledge of Allegiance.
3. ROLL CALL
Aldermen in attendance at roll: Baerren (1), Solfa (1), Leman (2), Wolff (2), Ajazi (3), Malay (4), Connelly (4), Uher (5), Beck (5), Cerone (6), Russoto (6), Miller (7), Vogelsinger (7).
Attending remotely: Malay, Vogelsinger
4. REMINDER: Please speak into the microphone for BATV recording 5. ITEMS REMOVED/ADDED/CHANGED
6. CONSENT AGENDA
Accept and Place on File:
A. Committee of the Whole Minutes January 25, 2022
Approvals:
B. April 1, 2022 Payroll $969,756.03
C. Accounts Payable Check Register $1,341,462.31
D. City Council Minutes for March 21, 2022
E. RESOLUTION 22-038-R: Final Plat of Winding Creek Subdivision Phase 1, Pulte Home Co., applicant (JLS 3/17/22 COW 3/22/22 11/0) CD
F. RESOLUTION 22-039-R: Plat of Dedication of Branson Drive (crossing of McKee Tributary for Winding Creek Subdivision) Phase, Pulte Home Co., applicant (JLS 3/17/22 COW 3/22/22 11/0) CD
G. RESOLUTION 22-040-R: Plats of Easement (bike path and sanitary sewer on McKee Tributary property for Winding Creek Subdivision), Pulte Home Co., applicant (JLS 3/17/22 COW 3/22/22 11/0) CD
H. RESOLUTION 22-041-R: Authorizing the Execution of a Stormwater Detention Easement Agreement with Pulte Home Co. (use of McKee Tributary property for Winding Creek Subdivision), Pulte Home Co., applicant (JLS 3/17/22 COW 3/22/22 11/0) CD
I. ORDINANCE 22-17: Proposing the Establishment of an Amendment to Special Service Area Number 58 (SCB 3/14/22 COW 3/29/22 10/0) CD
J. RESOLUTION 22-037-R: Authorizing Supplement #1 for Engineering Services for the Prairie Street and Wilson Street Intersection Improvements Project with TranSystems Corporation (RB/TG 3/2/22 COW 3/22/22 11/0) CS
K. RESOLUTION 22-042-R: Authorization to purchase a drone from Seiler Design Solutions (AMP 3/14/22 COW 3/22/22 11/0) CS
L. RESOLUTION 22-046-R: Acceptance of public sidewalk, watermain and sanitary sewer system and authorize the city Engineer to release the Letter of Credit for Public Improvements at 2401 Hawks Dr aka Windmill Landings (RB 3/21/22 COW 3/22/22 11/0) CS.
Ald. Beck read aloud the Consent agenda.
Motion by Ald. Beck, seconded by Ald. Connelly, to approve the consent agenda. Motion carried 13 yea/ 0 nay/1 absent.
7. MATTERS FROM THE PUBLIC: (For Items NOT on the Agenda)
Maryann Mars rose to address the council. She requested more information regarding what the plans are for the dam near Riverrain where she lives. Mayor Schielke informed Ms. Mars that there are likely to be no updates in the short term. Administrator Newman noted that there will continue to be opportunities for the public to weigh in on plans as they develop.
8. PROCLAMATION: Week Of The Young Child – Millcreek Early Childhood Program (Ilana Marczak)
Alderman Beck read the proclamation aloud.
Motion by Ald. Beck, seconded by Ald. Leman, to approve the proclamation. Motion carried 12 yea/ 0 nay/2 absent.
The Mayor presented Director Ilana Marczak with a copy of the proclamation. Director Marzek addressed the Council and expressed her hope that the community will continue to support childhood education.
9. CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
Margaret Perreault delivered her report on the recent and upcoming activities of the Chamber of Commerce.
The Chamber of Commerce will host the Inspire Awards on April 28th, after rescheduling due to pandemic concerns.
Ald. Wolff asked how people can receive the downtown map. Perreault offered to send him information directly.
Perreault introduced her guest for the evening: Belinda Demski, of Douglas Carpet One. They are opening a new showroom at 490 N. Randall Road. She spoke about the history of the company, the services offered, and the loyalty of their staff.
10. ORDINANCE 22-21: Extending Effective Dates For An Annexation Agreement Approved Under Ordinance 21-55, And Ordinances 21-56 And 21-57 For Winding Creek Subdivision 2500 And 37W330 McKee Street (JLS 3/30/22) CD
Motion by Ald. Wolf , seconded by Ald. Ajazi, to approve the ordinance. Motion carried 13 yea/ 0 nay/1 absent.
11. ORDINANCE 22-18: Amending The Zoning Code (City Code Title 10) Related To Single Family Residence Attached Garage Setback (JLS 3/24/22 COW 3/29/22 10/0) CD
Motion by Ald. Wolf , seconded by Ald. Solfa, to approve the ordinance. Motion carried 13 yea/ 0 nay/1 absent.
12. ORDINANCE 22-19: Granting A Variance For A Side Setback For A Deck, 416 N. Batavia Ave., Sue Wohld, Applicant (JLS 3/24/22 COW 3/29/22 9/0) CD
Ald. Uher recused himself from the conversation because of his proximity to the lot in question.
Motion by Ald. Wolf , seconded by Ald. Leman, to approve the ordinance. Motion carried 12 yea/ 0 nay/1 absent/1 abstention.
13. RESOLUTION 22-047-R: Approval For A Sign Grant, Façade Grant And Downtown Improvement Grant For Sturdy Shelter Brewing, 10 S. Shumway (SJ 3/24/22 COW 3/29/22 9/0) CD
Ald. Beck left the meeting at 8:08 PM.
Motion by Ald. Wolf , seconded by Ald. Solfa, to approve the resolution. Motion carried 12 yea/ 0 nay/2 absent.
14. RESOLUTION 22-048-R: Authorizing An Intergovernmental Agreement Between The City Of Batavia And County Of Kane For Household Hazardous
Waste Collection Services And Rider To The Offer To Contract (RFP 22-010) With Clean Harbors Environmental Services, Inc. (SH 3/25/22) CS
Ald Beck returned to the meeting at 8:11 PM.
Motion by Ald. Russotto, seconded by Ald. Beck, to approve the resolution. Motion carried 13 yea/ 0 nay/1 absent.
15. RESOLUTION 22-045-R: Authorizing Execution Of An Intergovernmental Agreement With The Batavia Township And Countryside Fire Protection District For Fire Protection Services (LN 3/16/22 COW 3/22/22 11/0) GS
Motion by Ald. Beck, seconded by Ald. Solfa, to approve the resolution. Motion carried 13 yea/ 0 nay/1 absent..
16. ORDINANCE 22-16: Establishing An Administrative PSEBA Process (WB 3/16/22 COW 3/22/22 11/0) GS
Motion by Ald. Beck, seconded by Ald. Wolf , to approve the ordinance. Motion carried 13 yea/ 0 nay/1 absent.
17. CITY ADMINISTRATOR'S REPORT
City Administrator Laura Newman. delivered her report. Review recording for comments in full.
There will be no COW meeting on Tuesday April 5th. There will be a joint meeting on April 12th between the School Board and City Council to discuss upcoming projects.
The contractors who are working on the Mahoney Creek project are mobilizing.
Barriers are being placed in preparation for closing North River Street for outdoor dining.
Ald Cerone asked how it is determined whether or not to hold a COW meeting. Newman replied that if there are no agenda items to consider, the COW may be canceled. He also asked what there would need to be done to have a more informal meeting with no agenda items in order to address broader topics.
18. COMMITTEE REPORTS
| City Services: | none |
| Community Development: | none |
| Public Utilities: | none |
| Government Services: | none |
none
20. MAYOR’S REPORT
Mayor Schielke delivered his report. He addressed the technology skills gap in the growing senior population. He also spoke about the spike in motor vehicle fatalities and how those events have impacted the first responders serving in Batavia. Review recording for comments in full.
21. ADJOURNMENT
Motion by Ald. Wolf , seconded by Ald. Solfa, to adjourn. Motion carried by voice vote. The meeting adjourned at 8:34 p.m.
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