DeKalb Times

City of Genoa City Council met Aug. 21.

Here is the minutes provided by the Council:

Mayor Vicary called the regular meeting of the City Council to order at 7:00 p.m. Roll call was taken. Aldermen Wesner, Carroll, Di Guido, Stevenson, Winter and Lang were present. Aldermen Brust and Cravatta were absent.

Mayor Vicary lead the Pledge of Allegiance. Guest Speakers –None

Motion made by Alderman Wesner to approve the minutes of the regular City Council meeting of August 7, 2018, seconded by Alderman Lang. Voice vote was taken. All voted yes. Motion carried.

Motion made by Alderman Stevenson to approve payment of the accounts payables for the 1st half of August 2018, in the amount of $64,305.05, seconded by Alderman Lang. Alderman Carroll asked if item #4 to B&F Construction Code Services is a monthly bill. Consultant Ganek responded yes, depending on building permits issued each month. Alderman Carroll asked if the City would recoup some of those fees. Consultant Ganek responded that the City will recoup all of the fees from the Builders who request the permits. Alderman Lang asked if there has been any performance feedback for the job that ENCAP Inc. is doing on the native area wetlands. Public Works Director, Rich Gentile responded that they are doing a great job. They had just been there the previous week to get rid of the weeds so they don’t overwhelm the wetland areas. Roll call vote was taken. Aldermen Stevenson, Winter, Lang, Wesner, Carroll and Di Guido voted yes. Motion carried.

ITEMS FROM INDIVIDUALS IN ATTENDANCE – Mr. Chuck Berndt addressed Council and stated that there used to be speed limit signs posted on both sides of the road, heading South on Derby Line Road, just past Walnut Street where it curves. He indicated that they were taken out some time ago during road construction and were not put back up. Mr. Berndt stated that there is currently only 1 speed limit sign when turning onto Derby Line Road from Route 23. He indicated that there is no sign posted on the East bound side of the road going around the turn and isn’t sure if that would be a City or County issue. Mr. Berndt stated that he would like to see a speed limit sign by the curve to eliminate the confusion as to what the speed limit is. Director Gentile stated that the City will look into it.

OLD BUSINESS – None

NEW BUSINESS

CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION TO ALLOW THE KISHWAUKEE VALLEY WANDERERS USE OF CARROLL MEMORIAL PARK AND TWO ONE DAY LIQUOR LICENSES: Motion made by Alderman Di Guido to approve a Resolution for two one day liquor licenses and fund raising event for September 7&8, 2018, for the Kishwaukee Valley Wanderers, seconded by Alderman Wesner. Roll call vote was taken. Aldermen Di Guido, Stevenson, Winter, Lang, Wesner and Carroll voted yes. Motion carried.

CONSIDERATION OF AN ORDINANCE APPROVING A PRELIMINARY PUD FOR THE PROPOSED IBEW ELECTRICAL TRAINING FACILITY: Motion made by Alderman Lang to approve an Ordinance granting the issuance of a preliminary Planned Unit Development for a training facility located between Walnut Street and Forest View Drive, along Sycamore Street, seconded by Alderman Stevenson. Alderman Di Guido stated that in reading the memo regarding the proposed training facility, he noticed that one of the concerns is the speed limit on Derby Line Road, so signage would be beneficial. Consultant Ganek responded that this would be discussed at the next staff meeting. Alderman Lang asked for confirmation that the lighting, landscaping and final engineering would be brought back to the Plan Commission and City Council at a later date. Consultant Ganek responded yes. Roll call vote was taken. Aldermen Lang, Wesner, Carroll, Di Guido, Stevenson and Winter voted yes. Motion carried.

DEPARTMENT REPORTS

Administrative Report – Consultant Ganek reported that the Committee of the Whole meeting scheduled for August 27, 2018 has been cancelled. He also reported that the next Plan Commission meeting is scheduled for September 20, 2018 and if everything is in order and we receive the completed packet from the Developer, the Riverbend Proposal will be on the agenda. Mr. Ganek indicated that in the next few weeks, some staff will be attending small business connection meetings sponsored by NIU and DeKalb County. The City is attending to see if any businesses would be interested in opening in Genoa to assist with growth and development in our community.

Public Works – Director Gentile reported that August 24, 2018 is the deadline for the Public Works job applications. So far, he has received 11 applications. He also reported that the downtown streetlights on the South side have been tripping. Meade Electric will be coming out to repair them.

Police Department – Chief Smith reported that they will be moving the speed trailer to Sycamore/Derby Line Road. He stated that he receives emails when people are speeding and he has received quite a few of them. He also indicated that he will have to research that area because he believes that by the curve, it may be County property. Chief Smith also reported that the Police Department received a donation of $1,000.00 from former Alderman, Laurie Curley. The money will be used to purchase another Taser. Lastly, Chief Smith handed out a report of the number of calls the Police Department has received and they have gone up except non-injury accidents. He stated that most calls are domestic battery and fights.

Mayor’s Report - Mayor Vicary reported that the Cruizin’ to Genoa Car Show was very successful. He stated that there were approximately 200 vehicles. He also reported that he has sent a letter to Secretary of Transportation, Randall Blankenhorn, State Representative, Jeff Keicher and State Senator, Dave Syverson regarding the decision to not do road repairs on Route 72 in Genoa. Director Rich Gentile had previously sent a letter regarding this matter and received no response.

ANNOUNCEMENTS – Alderman Winter stated that the Camelot School has started classes and everything has been going smoothly so far. Resident, Gordon Jones announced Pioneer Day is scheduled for August 26th. Alderman Di Guido recognized Mike Cretsinger from Genoa Motors Auto Repair, who put in a Joe Misurelli memorial bench to show appreciation for all of Joe’s help in expanding Mike’s business. Alderman Carroll stated that the new PolarTech building on Railroad Street is looking nice.

Motion to adjourn the regular meeting of the City Council was made by Alderman Wesner, seconded by Alderman Winter. Voice vote was taken. All voted yes. Motion carried. Meeting was adjourned at 7:20 p.m.

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