City of Genoa City Council met Feb. 4.
Here is the minutes provided by the council:
In the absence of Mayor Vicary, Mayor Pro Tem Stevenson called the regular meeting of the City Council to order at 7:02 p.m. Roll call was taken. Aldermen Wesner, Carroll, Di Guido, Winter, Cravatta, Brust, Lang and Mayor Pro Tem Stevenson were present.
Mayor Pro Tem Stevenson led the Pledge of Allegiance.
Guest Speaker: Krissy Johnson, Executive Director of the Genoa Area Chamber of Commerce provided Council with a review of the 2019 Chamber Events. She indicated that with the continued support of the Chamber Businesses, other organizations and the City, the events have been very successful. There was some discussion amongst Council regarding the possibility of applying for grants and donating part of the money to the Chamber of Commerce to offer additional support.
Motion made by Alderman Winter to accept the minutes of the January 21, 2020 City Council minutes, seconded by Alderman Carroll. Voice vote was taken. All voted yes. Motion carried.
Motion made by Alderman Carroll to approve payment of the accounts payables for the second half of January 2020, in the amount of $96,040.75, seconded by Alderman Wesner. Roll call vote was taken. Aldermen Carroll, Di Guido, Winter, Cravatta, Brust, Lang, Wesner and Mayor Pro Tem Stevenson voted yes. Motion carried.
ITEMS FROM INDIVIDUALS IN ATTENDANCE - None NEW BUSINESS
CONSENT AGENDA BY OMNIBUS VOTE
1. Motion made by Alderman Brust for unanimous consent of the City Council for use of an Omnibus vote to approve the consent agenda, seconded by Alderman Di Guido. Roll call vote was taken. Aldermen Brust, Lang, Wesner, Carroll, Di Guido, Winter, Cravatta and Mayor Pro Tem Stevenson voted yes. Motion carried.
2. Motion made by Alderman Di Guido to approve the consent agenda that includes the following items, seconded by Alderman Wesner:
A Resolution for IDOT approval to close Route 72 (Main Street) for the Genoa Vets Club Memorial Day Parade on May 25, 2020
A Resolution for IDOT approval to close Route 72 (Main Street) for the 2020 Genoa Days Celebration/Carnival June 9-14, 2020
A Resolution for IDOT approval to close Route 72 (Main Street) for the Genoa Area Chamber of Commerce 2020 Cruisin’ to Genoa Car Show on August 15, 2020
A Resolution for IDOT approval to close Route 72 (Main Street) for the Genoa-Kingston High School 2020 Homecoming Parade on September 18, 2020
A Resolution for IDOT approval to close Route 72 (Main Street) for the Genoa Area Chamber of Commerce 2020 Celebrate the Season Event on December 4, 2020
Use of the Municipal Parking Lot and City Streets during the Genoa Area Chamber of Commerce 2020 Farmers’ Markets on 5/23/2020, 6/27/2020, 7/25/2020, 8/22/2020 and 9/26/2020
Use of City Streets for the Genoa Vets Club Memorial Day Parade on May 25, 2020
Use of the Municipal Parking Lot and City Streets during the G-K Fire District Annual Genoa Days Event June 9-14, 2020
Use of Citizen’s/Carroll Park during the Kishwaukee Valley Wanderers Kayak & Canoe the Kish Event on July 11, 2020
Closure of South Washington Street between Hill Street and Church Street for the G-K Fire District Water Fights on July 11, 2020
Use of the Municipal Parking Lot and City Streets during the Genoa Area Chamber of Commerce 2020 Cruisin’ to Genoa Car Show on August 15, 2020
Use of Citizen’s/Carroll Park during the Genoa Area Chamber of Commerce Rockin’ the Kish Event on September 11, 2020
Use of Citizen’s/Carroll Park during the Kishwaukee Valley Wanderers Volksfest Event on September 12, 2020
Use of Citizen’s/Carroll Park during the Genoa Area Chamber of Commerce Great Genoa Duck Race event on September 13, 2020
Use of City Streets for the Genoa-Kingston High School Homecoming Parade on September 18, 2020
Use of the Municipal Parking Lot during the Genoa Area Chamber of Commerce Fall Crawl event September 26, 2020
Use of the Municipal Parking Lot and City Streets during the Genoa Area Chamber of Commerce 2020 Celebrate the Season event December 4, 2020
Roll call vote was taken. Aldermen Di Guido, Winter, Cravatta, Brust, Lang, Wesner, Carroll and Mayor Pro Tem Stevenson voted yes. Motion carried.
CONSIDER AN INTERGOVERNMENTAL AGREEMENT WITH DEKALB COUNTY FOR ENGINEERING SERVICES: Motion made by Alderman Wesner to approve an Intergovernmental Agreement for the provision of Engineering Services for the City of Genoa, Illinois in DeKalb County, Illinois, seconded by Alderman Winter. Roll call vote was taken. Aldermen Wesner, Carroll, Di Guido, Winter, Cravatta, Brust, Lang and Mayor Pro Tem Stevenson voted yes. Motion carried.
CONSIDER REIMBURSING FUNDS FOR A FAÇADE GRANT: Motion made by Alderman Cravatta to waive the interior property maintenance inspection requirement and reimburse grant funds for the property at 113 West Main Street in the amount of $13,750, seconded by Alderman Wesner. Roll call vote was taken. Aldermen Cravatta, Brust, Lang, Wesner, Carroll, Di Guido, Winter and Mayor Pro Tem Stevenson voted yes. Motion carried.
CONSIDER INSTALLING WATER MAIN ALONG RAILROAD AVENUE: Motion made by Alderman Winter to approve the memo dated January 28, 2020 for the purpose of installing a water main, seconded by Alderman Cravatta. Public Works Director, Rich Gentile provided a brief description of the project. Roll call vote was taken. Aldermen Winter, Cravatta, Brust, Lang, Wesner, Carroll, Di Guido and Mayor Pro Tem Stevenson voted yes. Motion carried.
CONSIDER A BID FOR A WATER MAIN PROJECT: Motion made by Alderman Wesner to award a contract to Performance Construction and Engineering not to exceed $855,000, contingent upon the City’s receipt of a low interest loan and forgiveness from the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency and acquisition of right-of-way for the Genoa Street Water Main Replacement Project, seconded by Alderman Cravatta. Public Works Director, Rich Gentile was asked why there was such a large difference in cost between the bidders. He responded that he was unsure, but Baxter and Woodman is familiar with the company that has been awarded the project. He then provided a brief description of the areas that will be included in the project. Roll call vote was taken. Aldermen Wesner, Carroll, Di Guido, Winter, Cravatta, Brust, Lang and Mayor Pro Tem Stevenson voted yes. Motion carried.
CONSIDER A BID FOR WELL 4 MODIFICATIONS: Motion made by Alderman Cravatta to award a contract to Midwest Well Services INC, DBA Municipal Well & Pump, not to Exceed $157,890 contingent upon the City’s receipt of a low interest loan and forgiveness from the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency, seconded by Alderman Winter. Public Works Director, Rich Gentile indicated that this is the final project for Well 4. Roll call vote was taken. Aldermen Cravatta, Brust, Lang, Wesner, Carroll, Di Guido, Winter and Mayor Pro Tem Stevenson voted yes. Motion carried.
DEPARTMENT REPORTS
Administrative Report – Administrative Director, Alyssa Seguss reported that the IBEW has completed their permitting process and have begun the project of building their electrical training facility on Forest View Drive. The signs that were outside along the old Dollar General building have been moved inside. Alyssa and Chief Smith will be meeting with the Mighty Cogs Football Organization to address the parking issues in Oak Creek Estates where the team practices. She and Chief Smith will also be meeting with the DeKalb County Administrator and Sheriff to discuss the dispatch fees. Lastly, she indicated that in 2015 the City began discussing the possibility of creating a TIF District. A study was done to establish eligibility, but the City has been advised not to create the TIF District until there is a project. A project proposal has been submitted to Teska and staff will keep Council apprised as more information is available. Alyssa was asked about updates regarding Rosati’s, Sib’s Corner Grill and Dunkin Donuts. She responded that Rosati’s has completed their permitting process; Sib’s Corner Grill has paid for their liquor license and are finishing up renovations and the Developer has an upcoming meeting with Dunkin Donuts, but the PUD expires in July.
Finance Report – Finance Office Manager & Treasurer, Jan Tures reported that there was nothing additional to what had already been discussed.
Public Works – Public Works Director, Rich Gentile reported that there will be a bid opening on Monday, February 10th for sewer lining on North Locust Street and the 300 block of South Stott Street. The cost will be approximately $80,000. A few new street lights are being installed. Lastly, he is working with ComEd regarding LED lights, which are much brighter and more energy & cost efficient. Finance Officer Manager & Treasurer, Jan Tures indicated that staff is currently trying to obtain a list from ComEd comprised of light locations, quantity and monthly charges, to assist with budget cuts. She indicated that it costs the City approximately $75,000 per year for the streetlights.
Police Department – Chief Smith reported that he met with Jan Tures to go over the budget. He is looking into applying for a grant.
Mayor’s Report – None
ANNOUNCEMENTS – In August the City of Genoa will have a new resident, as our Administrative Director, Alyssa Seguss will be having a baby. Congratulations Alyssa! The Fire & Rescue Dinner will be February 22, 2020 at the Genoa Vets Club.
Motion to adjourn the regular meeting of the City Council was made by Alderman Wesner, seconded by Alderman Di Guido. Voice vote was taken. All voted yes. Motion carried. Meeting was adjourned at 7:48p.m.
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