City of Batavia City Council met July 5.
Here are the minutes provided by the council:
1. MEETING CALLED TO ORDER
The Mayor called the meeting to order at 7:30 PM.
2. INVOCATION followed by PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Alderman Russotto led the Pledge of Allegiance.
3. ROLL CALL
Aldermen in attendance at roll: Baerren (1), Solfa (1), Leman (2), Wolff (2), Ajazi (3), Chanzit (3), Connelly (4), Uher (5), Beck (5), Cerone (6), Russotto (6), Miller (7).
Attending remotely: Solfa, Ajazi, Chanzit, Connelly, Beck, Cerone
REMINDER: Please speak into the microphone for BATV recording
4. ITEMS REMOVED/ADDED/CHANGED
Ald. Chanzit made a motion to remove item 13 and return it to the Committee of the Whole for further discussion.
Motion by Ald. Chanzit, seconded by Ald. Wolf , to approve the agenda as amended. Motion carried 12 yea/ 0 nay/ 2 absent.
6. CONSENT AGENDA
Accept and Place on File:
A. Committee of the Whole Minutes April 26, 2022, May 10, 2022 and May 17, 2022
B. May 2022 City Council Financial Reports
Approvals:
C. June 24, 2022 Payroll $944,279.44
D. Accounts Payable Check Register $1,397,612.15
E. City Council Minutes for June 21, 2022
F. APPROVAL: City Council Executive Session – June 21, 2022: Litigation
G. APPROVAL: COW Executive Session April 12, 2022 (Litigation), April 19, 2022 (Personnel & Litigation), April 26, 2022 (Potential Litigation) and May 10, 2022 (Personnel & Litigation)
H. APPROVAL: Third Amendment to Intergovernmental Agreement with Kane County for Utility Cost Payment and Police & Fire Services for 501 N. Randall Rd (RES 21-024-R)
I. RESOLUTION 22-049-R: Authorizing Execution of an Intergovernmental Agreement with Kane County for Animal Control Services (AI 6/28/22 COW 6/28/22 9/0) GS
J. RESOLUTION 22-067-R: Authorizing a Contract with Electric Conduit Construction to Install Underground Conduit on Maple Avenue for an amount not to exceed $30,852 which includes 10 percent contingency (RB 6/24/222 COW 6/28/22 10/0) PU
K. RESOLUTION 22-068-R: Authorizing a Contract with Dynamic Ratings Inc to Provide and Perform Monitoring Equipment Installation at McKee Substation for an amount not to exceed $97,997 which includes 10 percent contingency (RB 6/24/22 COW 6/28/22 9/0) PU
Ald. Chanzit read aloud the Consent agenda.
Motion by Ald. Chanzit, seconded by Ald. Wolf , to approve the consent agenda. Motion carried 12 yea/ 0 nay/ 2 absent.
7. MATTERS FROM THE PUBLIC: (For Items NOT on the Agenda) None seen.
8. PRESENTATION: Bikes For Batavia – Evan Thomas
Jared Heck and Evan Thomas addressed the Council. Seeking support from the Council and community to continue the “Bikes For Batavia” program which repairs pre-owned bikes to donate to people in need. They are seeking space or funding to secure space in order to maintain the program.
Mayor Schielke addressed Heck and Thomas affirming that Bikes for Batavia is a worthy effort and noted that the request will be discussed at an upcoming Committee of the Whole.
9. APPROVAL: Carnival Permit For Windmill City Festival And Waive Fee (JA 6/23/22 COW 6/28/22 9/0)
Motion by Ald. Wolf , seconded by Ald. Russotto, to approve the permit. Motion carried 12 yea/ 0 nay/ 2 absent.
10. ORDINANCE 22-33: Grant Of Variances For Building Height And Signage – 550 North Randall Road (DMR 6/9/22 COW 6/28/22 9/0) CD
Ald. Wolff invited Paul Glantz, owner of Emagine Entertainment to speak about his business initiative and the amenities he hopes to bring to Batavia.
Motion by Ald. Wolf , seconded by Ald. Russotto, to approve the ordinance. Motion carried 12 yea/ 0 nay/ 2 absent.
11. ORDINANCE 22-32: Authorizing Execution Of An Annexation Agreement For Property At 2S327 And 2S337 Hart Road (SCB 6/7/22 COW 6/28/22 9/0) CD
Motion by Ald. Wolf , seconded by Ald. Russotto, to approve the ordinance. Motion carried 12 yea/ 0 nay/ 2 absent.
12. RESOLUTION 22-065-R: Authorizing The Sale Of Excess Land At The Northwest Corner Of Batavia Avenue And West Wilson Street By Auction (SCB 6/9/22 COW 6/28/22 9/0) CD
Motion by Ald. Wolf , seconded by Ald. Leman, to approve the resolution. Motion carried 12 yea/ 0 nay/ 2 absent.
13. ORDINANCE 22-31: Amending Title 3 Of The City Code To Revise Business License Requirements And Clarify The Business Registration Process (SMJ 5/26/22 COW 6/6/22 9/1) CD
Removed per vote in item 4.
14. ORDINANCE 22-34: Amending Adjunct Outdoor Liquor License Provisions (LN 6/24/22 COW 6/28/22 9/0) GS
Ald. Beck left the meeting at 8:07 PM
Motion by Ald. Chanzit, seconded by Ald. Wolf , to approve the ordinance. Motion carried 12 yea/ 0 nay/ 2 absent.
15. CITY ADMINISTRATOR'S REPORT
Ald. Beck returned to the meeting at 8:11 PM.
City Administrator Laura Newman delivered her report. Review recording for comments in full.
16. COMMITTEE REPORTS
| City Services: | none |
| Community Development: | none |
| Public Utilities: | none |
| Government Services: | none |
Ald. Chanzit provided an update on his email offering a cash reward for a tip that leads to a conviction in the incident of the theft of Pride flags.
Ald. Cerone inquired what steps have been taken towards posting a Deputy Fire Chief position opening. Administrator Newman reported that the job description has been finalized and that the position will be posted shortly.
18. MAYOR’S REPORT
Mayor Schielke delivered his report. Review recording for comments in full.
19. ADJOURNMENT
Motion by Ald. Wolf , seconded by Ald. Russotto, to adjourn. Motion carried by voice vote. The meeting adjourned at 8:23 p.m.
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