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City of Dekalb City Council met May 23.

Here are the minutes provided by the council:

The City Council of DeKalb, Illinois held a Regular meeting in the Yusunas Meeting Room of the DeKalb Public Library, 309 Oak Street, DeKalb, Illinois.

A. CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL

Mayor Barnes called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.

Recording Secretary Ruth Scott called the roll, and the following members of the City Council were present: Alderman Carolyn Morris, Alderman Barb Larson, Alderman Tracy Smith, Alderman Greg Perkins, Alderman Scott McAdams, Alderman Mike Verbic, Alderman Tony Faivre, and Mayor Cohen Barnes.

City Clerk Sasha Cohen was absent.

Other in attendance included City Manager Bill Nicklas, City Attorney Matt Rose, Transit Manager Mike Neuenkirchen, and Finance Director Carrie Dittman.

B. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

Shadow Gentry led the Pledge of Allegiance.

C. APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA

Mayor Barnes asked for a motion to amend the agenda in order to remove Item K.4. Resolution 2022-049 Authorizing an Intergovernmental Agreement with the DeKalb Community Unit School District No. 428 as it Pertains to School Resource Officers.

MOTION: Alderman Perkins moved to amend the agenda; seconded by Alderman Larson.

VOTE: Motion carried by an 8-0 roll call vote. Aye: Morris, Larson, Smith, Perkins, McAdams, Verbic, Faivre, Barnes. Nay: None. Mayor Barnes declared the motion passed.

MOTION: Alderman Smith moved to approve the agenda as amended; seconded by Alderman Faivre.

VOTE: Motion carried by an 8-0 roll call vote. Aye: Morris, Larson, Smith, Perkins, McAdams, Verbic, Faivre, Barnes. Nay: None. Mayor Barnes declared the motion passed.

Alderman Morris asked why the item was removed. Mayor Barnes replied that the City had received modifications to the agreement from the school district’s attorney that the City had yet to review.

D. PRESENTATIONS

There were none.

E. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION

There was none.

F. APPOINTMENTS

There were none.

G. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES

1. Minutes Submitted by the City Clerk

There were none.

2. Minutes Submitted by the Recording Secretary

Mayor Barnes read the following by title only:

a. Minutes of the Special City Council Meeting of May 9, 2022.

b. Minutes of the Regular City Council Meeting of May 9, 2022.

MOTION: Alderman McAdams moved to approve the minutes as submitted by the Recording Secretary; seconded by Alderman Morris.

Prior to the vote, Alderman McAdams asked that the City Clerk’s absence from City Council meetings be noted in the minutes moving forward. Mayor Barnes agreed, noting that City Clerk Cohen was absent from the May 9, 2022, City Council Special and Regular meetings, and this meeting as well.

VOTE: Motion carried by an 8-0 roll call vote. Aye: Morris, Larson, Smith, Perkins, McAdams, Verbic, Faivre, Barnes. Nay: None. Mayor Barnes declared the motion passed.

H. CONSENT AGENDA

Mayor Barnes read the following Consent Agenda items by title only:

1. Accounts Payable and Payroll through May 23, in the Amount of $ 2,172,381.06.

2. Investment and Bank Balance Summary through March 2022.

3. Year-to-Date Revenues and Expenditures through March 2022.

4. Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) Report – April 2022.

5. DeKalb Chamber of Commerce 2021 Annual Report.

6. DeKalb County Convention & Visitors Bureau 2021 Annual Report.

7. DeKalb Municipal Band 2021 Annual Report.

8. Resolution 2022-045 Authorizing the Execution of a Workers’ Compensation Lump Sum Petition and Order in the Amount of $58,185 (Geoffrey Guzinski).

MOTION: Alderman Faivre moved to approve the Consent Agenda items; seconded by Alderman Verbic.

Prior to the vote, Mayor Barnes referenced a list provided to Council of the top 10 FOIA requestors. City Manager Nicklas replied that the report, which includes time spent by City staff collecting requested data, as well as the cost for time spent, was compiled for the Council’s information.

Mayor Barnes asked what’s included in the “hours spent” calculation. City Manager Nicklas replied that the calculation includes the base hourly rate for various City staff members, including FOIA Officer Scott Zak, as well as City Attorney Matt Rose.

Mayor Barnes stated the report shows that the City spent $2,333 (47 staff hours) in the last year on the top requestor (Mark Charvat), which is 25% of the total staff cost of all FOIA requests. He further noted that the second top requestor was a reporter from the Daily Chronicle, which makes sense.

Alderman Larson asked how much time the City has to respond to FOIA requests. City Attorney Rose replied there’s a five-day response requirement, which can be extended for an additional five days depending on certain factors. Commercial requests have a 21-day response time.

Alderman Larson commented that due to the timelines involved, normal City business is delayed when a FOIA request is received. City Attorney Rose agreed.

Mayor Barnes asked Management Analyst Zak if processing FOIA requests was his only role, to which Mr. Zak replied it was not.

Mayor Barnes commented he believes that the FOIA is an important component to transparency, but 47 hours seems excessive. He then indicated his appreciation for the report.

VOTE: Motion carried by an 8-0 roll call vote. Aye: Morris, Larson, Smith, Perkins, McAdams, Verbic, Faivre, Barnes. Nay: None. Mayor Barnes declared the motion passed.

I. PUBLIC HEARINGS

There were none.

J. CONSIDERATIONS

1. Consideration of the City’s Public Transit Fares.

MOTION: Alderman Smith moved to bring this item to the floor for discussion; seconded by Alderman Morris.

City Manager Nicklas provided an overview of this item based on the information provided in the agenda packet. The City suspended fares on all fixed route and paratransit service routes in March 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic. In July and December of 2021, Council discussed the moratorium of fare collection and chose to maintain a fare free public transit system until further notice. City staff have been tracking usage and believe that ridership will return to its 2019 levels by the end of this year.

Continuing, City Manager Nicklas stated the system does not rely on fares to maintain operations, but it does generate approximately $60,000 in revenue per year, which is then used for a variety of transit needs. He further noted that the City’s fixed route bus fare was one of the lowest in the state with one-way trips for general public passengers costing only .50 cents. Senior citizens, individuals with disabilities, and K-12 students pay a reduced fare of .25 cents, while Northern Illinois University (NIU) students and children under the age of five riding free of charge. A portion of NIU student tuition is devoted to public transportation, and NIU uses that portion of the tuition to fund the annual transit contribution as agreed upon in the intergovernmental agreement between the City and NIU.

Closing out his overview, City Manager Nicklas stated that City staff recommends a re-institution of the 2019 fare system for the balance of 2022, with further consideration of bus fare levels in general sometime before the end of the fiscal year.

Alderman Perkins asked about not only reinstituting the fares, but also adjusting the fares to a rate that mirrors what the rest of the state is charging. Transit Manager Mike Neuenkirchen replied that it would be hard to say what the impact of ridership would be if fares were increased. Further, the City would be required under FTA regulations to allow for a public comment period in order to study the impact.

Alderman Perkins stated that if the City is able to collect additional revenue, then it will be more prepared to deal with some of the added pressures of inflation everyone is starting to see. City Manager Nicklas agreed, stating if the City reinstitutes fares now, it will allow riders to get in the habit of paying again. Then, come this Fall, Council can discuss the overall fare system in relation to other parts of the state and follow the required public comment process. Alderman Perkins agreed.

Alderman Morris asked what percentage of the entire cost of the bus system are fares. Transit Manager Neuenkirchen stated it’s a very small amount, noting that local income is an important element to the long-term health of the system. In reference to Alderman Morris’ question, City Manager Nicklas commented that it’s less than one percent.

There was consensus among Council to move forward with reinstating transit fares.

City Manager Nicklas asked if the FTA would require further action with the reinstatement. Transit Manager Neuenkirchen stated that Council is not raising the fares, but merely lifting the suspension. City Attorney Rose agreed.

2. Consideration of Refunding General Obligation Bonds, Series 2013A (DeKalb Public Library Bonds).

MOTION: Alderman McAdams moved to bring this item to the floor for discussion; seconded by Alderman Faivre.

City Manager Nicklas provided an overview of this item based on the information provided in the agenda packet. The City has one outstanding bond issue, the General Obligation Bonds, Series 2013A (Library Bonds), that meets the eligibility and logical requirements for refunding (refinancing). The bonds, used to finance the DeKalb Public Library’s renovation and expansion, have a call date of January 1, 2023, and could be refunded up to three months in advance, in October 2022, to take advantage of the current market’s low interest rates and reduce the overall debt service over the remaining term of the bonds.

Continuing, City Manager Nicklas stated that Baird Public Finance, the City’s underwriters on five previous bond issues, has advised that the City’s greatest savings opportunity may lie with a private placement (i.e., direct placement to a bank), which the City undertook with its 2019 refunding bonds. Referencing the background information provided in the agenda packet, City Manager Nicklas stated that City staff is recommending Option #2, which is a Four-Month Forward

Delivery that locks in a tax-exempt rate in June with delivery to occur in October, eliminating some market risk. If the City pursues a forward delivery, it will save approximately $190,000.

There was consensus among Council to move forward with the recommended option.

City Manager Nicklas stated an action item will be brought before Council at the June 13, 2022, Regular meeting.

K. RESOLUTIONS

1. Resolution 2022-046 Authorizing an Architectural Improvement Program Economic Incentive for the Aurora Music Company, Inc., 137 E. Lincoln Highway, in the Amount of $25,000.

Mayor Barnes recused himself from this item siting a conflict of interest and asked Alderman Faivre to step in on his behalf during this portion of the meeting. Mayor Barnes left the meeting at 6:24 p.m.

Alderman Faivre read the resolution by title only.

MOTION: Alderman Morris moved to approve the resolution; seconded by Alderman McAdams.

City Manager Nicklas provided an overview of this item based on the information provided in the agenda packet, stating this type of project is what the AIP program was designed for. The owner, Rob Mondi, has already invested approximately $75,000 into the project, which focuses on ADA compliance. Based on the AIP criteria, Mr. Mondi qualifies for the maximum AIP forgivable loan of $25,000. He has provided the required number of estimates and is hoping to keep working through his prime list of building improvements, with the City’s AIP assistance.

Continuing, City Manager Nicklas stated that if Council approves this request, the remaining funds available in the AIP budget for FY2022 will be $8,085 due to several late-2021 projects that were not reimbursed until the work was completed in January 2022.

Alderman Larson thanked Mr. Mondi for choosing DeKalb. Referencing the photos provided in the agenda’s background material, she stated it looks fabulous.

Alderman Perkins agreed with Alderman Larson’s comments and encouraged citizens to look at the photos provided, noting they tell a story of the changes made so far. He welcomed Mr. Mondi to DeKalb and wished him good luck.

VOTE: Motion carried by a 7-0-1 roll call vote. Aye: Morris, Larson, Smith, Perkins, McAdams, Verbic, Faivre. Nay: None. Recused: Barnes. Alderman Faivre declared the motion passed and welcomed Mr. Mondi to DeKalb’s downtown area.

Mayor Barnes returned to the meeting at 6:29 p.m.

2. Resolution 2022-047 Authorizing a Concurrence Letter as Requested by the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) Concurring with a Bid Award and Authorizing Local Funding of a Bid Over-Run (Peace Road and Fairview Drive).

Mayor Barnes read the resolution by title only.

MOTION: Alderman Verbic moved to approve the resolution; seconded by Alderman Smith.

City Manager Nicklas provided an overview of this item based on the information provided in the agenda packet. He briefly described the project, which is a multi-phased upgrade of Peace Road from the Peace Road interchange to the railroad bridge north of Illinois Route 38. The first phase extends the widening and reconstruction from the interchange to a point north of Fairview Drive, with improvements finished with a narrowing taper, northbound, until other funding can be secured. The first phase will also receive funding from the U.S. Department of Transportation, DeKalb County, and the developer of Park 88.

Continuing, City Manager Nicklas explained that re-surfacing costs are skyrocketing. The estimated City’s share in the first phase project was to be about $500,000 but it has since doubled. If the City doesn’t accept the concurrence letter recommended by IDOT, it stands to lose a $1.5 million IDOT grant. As such, IDOT is recommending that the City accept and award the contract to the low bidder, William Charles Construction Company. The additional funding will be provided via the City’s 210 Fund (Motor Fuel Tax Fund).

There was no discussion among Council.

VOTE: Motion carried by an 8-0 roll call vote. Aye: Morris, Larson, Smith, Perkins, McAdams, Verbic, Faivre, Barnes. Nay: None. Mayor Barnes declared the motion passed.

3. Resolution 2022-048 Authorizing a Payment to the DeKalb County Community Foundation on Behalf of the DeKalb Municipal Band for Services Beginning January 1, 2022, through December 31, 2022, in the Amount of $41,088.

Mayor Barnes read the resolution by title only.

MOTION: Alderman Larson moved to approve the resolution; seconded by Alderman Perkins.

City Manager Nicklas provided an overview of this item based on the information provided in the agenda packet. The City’s FY2022 budget contains an allocation of $41,088 for the DeKalb Municipal Band’s 2022 season. Because the band was unable to obtain a 503c non-profit standing due to their affiliation with the City, a pass-through fund was created with the DeKalb County Community Foundation to encourage private donations.

There was no discussion among Council.

VOTE: Motion carried by an 8-0 roll call vote. Aye: Morris, Larson, Smith, Perkins, McAdams, Verbic, Faivre, Barnes. Nay: None. Mayor Barnes declared the motion passed.

4. Resolution 2022-049 Authorizing an Intergovernmental Agreement with the DeKalb Community Unit School District No. 428 as it Pertains to School Resource Officers.

No action was taken on this item at this meeting as per the agenda amendment.

5. Resolution 2022-050 Authorizing a Change Order to Expand the Scope of Work Provided by Northern Illinois Services Company in Relation to the Demolition and Restoration of 1011-1027 W. Hillcrest Drive in the Amount of $49,824.

Mayor Barnes read the resolution by title only.

MOTION: Alderman Smith moved to approve the resolution; seconded by Alderman Faivre.

City Manager Nicklas provided an overview of this item based on the information provided in the agenda packet, explaining that while removing the asphalt parking lot, an existing reinforced concrete parking was discovered below the surface, which was unknown at the time of the initial bidding process. Northern Illinois Services Company has provided a change order proposal in the amount of $49,824 to remove and crush the additional concrete to make the site ready for future re-development opportunities. The concrete will be crushed into a CA-6 gradation that will be repurposed by the Public Works Department for backfill on utility projects in the future.

There was no discussion among Council.

VOTE: Motion carried by an 8-0 roll call vote. Aye: Morris, Larson, Smith, Perkins, McAdams, Verbic, Faivre, Barnes. Nay: None. Mayor Barnes declared the motion passed.

L. ORDINANCES – SECOND READING

There were none.

M. ORDINANCES – FIRST READING

1. Ordinance 2022-022 Approving the Final Development Plan and Final Plat for Arista Residences Located at 1383 Barber Greene Road.

Mayor Barnes read the ordinance by title only.

MOTION: Alderman Verbic moved to approve first reading of the ordinance; seconded by Alderman Faivre.

City Manager Nicklas provided an overview of this item based on the information provided in the agenda packet. The City Council passed Ordinance 2022-008 in January of this year, which approved the annexation, rezoning, and preliminary plan for the construction of Arista Residences. The development consists of a residential building with 61 one-bedroom dwelling

units, located on the former site of Buhr’s Landscaping and Lawncare. Based on comments made by Council in January, some building appearance changes have been made, including a revised elevation, the color of the masonry, additional greenery, etc.

Continuing, City Manager Nicklas explained there were three points of access proposed on the original plat: 1) a right-in/right-out access along Barber Greene Road; 2) a full entrance at County Farm Road; and 3) an access point at an existing access along a private access drive along the north side of the property. The proposed third access point is controlled by the ownership of Northland Plaza Shopping Center, who is no longer interested in the private drive access. The site plan has been revised and the change will not diminish effective emergency access to the site.

Adding that the Planning and Zoning Commission has reviewed and approved the final development plan and plat, City Manager Nicklas recommended Council approval of this item.

Referencing discussion among Council in January, Alderman Morris asked about amending the parking ordinance with regard to the number of parking spaces required in the development. City Manager Nicklas replied that the City is in the process of revising the Comprehensive Plan and the issue of parking spaces required is being reviewed. In this case, however, the developer is content with the number of parking spaces required.

Alderman Faivre commented that he likes the revised elevation.

VOTE: Motion carried by an 8-0 roll call vote. Aye: Morris, Larson, Smith, Perkins, McAdams, Verbic, Faivre, Barnes. Nay: None. Mayor Barnes declared the motion passed.

MOTION: Alderman Verbic moved to waive second reading of the ordinance and approve; seconded by Alderman McAdams.

VOTE: Motion carried by an 8-0 roll call vote. Aye: Morris, Larson, Smith, Perkins, McAdams, Verbic, Faivre, Barnes. Nay: None. Mayor Barnes declared the motion passed.

2. Ordinance 2022-023 Amending the Fiscal Year-End December 31, 2022, Budget. Mayor Barnes read the ordinance by title only.

MOTION: Alderman Faivre moved to approve first reading of the ordinance; seconded by Alderman Perkins.

City Manager Nicklas provided a brief overview of this item based on the information provided in the agenda packet. Recommended amendments were briefly described by Finance Director Dittman and are as follows:

Items 1 and 2 relate to ongoing road projects that are partially funded by the MFT Fund and partially by the TIF 3 Fund. Within MFT architect/engineering services, one project needs to be increased – $30,000 for the continuation of Afton Road. Also, within MFT, $650,000 is added to street improvements for local maintenance projects and the local share related to the Peace Road and Fairview Drive reconstruction project due to a bid overrun by IDOT. Further, the Lincoln Highway reconfiguration project received one bid that exceeded the budget and engineer’s estimates. The construction will be paid from TIF 3. The TIF 3 “Other Capital Improvements” line item will increase by $550,000 to accommodate the higher contractor bid plus a 2% contingency. The total increase to expenditures in MFT and TIF 3 is $680,000 and $550,000, respectively.

Items 3 and 4 relate to capital equipment purchases. When the FY2022 budget was adopted, a transfer of $800,000 from the General Fund to the Capital Equipment Replacement Fund was budgeted to apply to the purchase of a new fire truck. Upon further analysis, it’s preferable to track the fire capital purchases in the GEMT Fund. Item 3 moves the $800,000 budgeted transfer from Capital Equipment Replacement to GEMT. There is no net effect from this transaction. Item 4, the vehicle expense line item in Capital Equipment Replacement, is reduced by $800,000. Within GEMT, the vehicle expense line item is increased by $615,000 to account for the fire truck purchase at a revised price. An additional $314,000 is added to GEMT equipment to purchase motorized cots and SCBAs. The net increase to expenditures from Item 4 is $129,000.

Item 5 relates to the continuation of several large road projects in the Capital Projects Fund. Within architect/engineering services, $236,000 is added for the carryover of the Fairview Road bike path, Route 23/Gurler Road construction, and Lincoln Highway reconfiguration. Within street improvements, $1,892,020 is budgeted to fund the continuation of Afton Road, Dresser Road, Gurler Road/Route 23, and for work on the Knolls subdivision. Offsetting reimbursement revenue from Ferrara of $573,000 and grants from the State of Illinois totaling $1,580,020 are also increased. Additionally, $75,000 in revenue from the sales of surplus City property is not likely to occur and has been eliminated. The net effect to the fund is an increase in expenditures of $50,000.

Items 6 and 7 relate to reclassifications between departments of the General Fund related to budgeted pension contributions. Item 6 reclassifies between Fire Department accounts, and item 7 reclassifies between Police Department accounts. There is no net effect to the General Fund.

Item 8 relates to reclassifications between two revenue line items of the General Fund and pertains to the material amount of revenue received as part of the IGA with the school district for utilizing City police officers as School Resource Officers. The City’s auditors have recommended that this revenue be presented within charges for services, rather than refunds/reimbursements. There is no net effect to the General Fund.

Item 9 is a housekeeping item to correct a minor error in the FY2022 budget. Within the Police Department, Community Support Services (CSS) was combined with Communications in FY2022. The line item for CSS supplies/parts for vehicles was inadvertently zeroed out, however there are four CSS vehicles, which are quite old that typically require a small amount of maintenance each year. An amount of $2,000 has been added to the General Fund budget for this line item.

Item 10 – As the final 2021 tax extensions are now available, the revised estimate for TIF property taxes to be received in FY2022 is $507,254. A $47,000 amendment to increase the property tax revenue to $507,000 will be offset by an increase of $47,000 to the private property rehab/development expenditure to fund additional AIP projects in the downtown TIF. There is no net effect to the fund.

Item 11 – With the recent award of a $50,000 grant from T-Mobile to the City to fund a public art program, $50,000 of revenue is added which is offset by $50,000 in contracted services to complete the projects. There is no net effect to the fund.

Item 12 is a reclassification between accounts in the Capital Equipment Replacement Fund. A $40,000 budgeted leaf vacuum purchase was postponed when high quotes were received, so instead, a second F-250 pickup truck is planned to be purchased for $40,000. There is no net effect to the fund.

Item 13 is an increase to vehicle expenditures in the Capital Equipment Replacement Fund. A used squad became available for purchase from another police department, as well as a new 2021 squad, which was approved at the January 24, 2022, Council meeting. The purchase price plus upfitting necessitates an increase of $51,000 to the fund’s expenditures.

There was no discussion among Council.

VOTE: Motion carried by an 8-0 roll call vote. Aye: Morris, Larson, Smith, Perkins, McAdams, Verbic, Faivre, Barnes. Nay: None. Mayor Barnes declared the motion passed.

MOTION: Alderman Verbic moved to waive second reading of the ordinance and approve; seconded by Alderman Morris.

VOTE: Motion carried by an 8-0 roll call vote. Aye: Morris, Larson, Smith, Perkins, McAdams, Verbic, Faivre, Barnes. Nay: None. Mayor Barnes declared the motion passed.

N. REPORTS AND COMMUNICATIONS

1. Council Member Reports.

Alderman Faivre reported that an Airport Advisory Board meeting is scheduled for May 24, 2022. He further reported that the Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA) will be hosting events at the DeKalb Taylor Municipal Airport on June 4 and June 5.

Alderman McAdams congratulated Associate Judge John McAdams who was recently appointed to the Illinois Supreme Court in the 23rd Judicial Circuit.

Alderman Smith reported on the continuing improvements being made on the 13th Street project, noting the residents are happy with how it’s progressing, as are 14th Street residents.

Alderman Morris reported she will be hosting a Ward 1 meeting on June 28 at 6:30 p.m. The location has yet to be determined.

Alderman Larson reported that she was pleased to be present at the swearing in ceremonies of a new police officer and a new firefighter. She also complimented those involved with setting up the City’s downtown planters, noting they look lovely.

Alderman Perkins reminded everyone of the Ward 4 meeting scheduled for May 25. He also encouraged citizens to take part in upcoming Memorial Day events.

Mayor Barnes reported on his attendance at the Northern Illinois Mayor’s Association event. He further reported on his participation at the swearing ceremonies of the new police officer and firefighter and asked that not only he, but the entire Council, be invited to the swearing in ceremonies moving forward.

Mayor Barnes also reported on a recent meeting with the school district regarding School Resource Officers, as well as a meeting with Opportunity DeKalb to discuss the former Hunter Hillcrest location and future possibilities within Annie Glidden North. He further reported that he met with a developer with an interesting prospect.

Continuing, Mayor Barnes reported on the recent Welsh Park ribbon cutting, noting there was a great turnout. Lastly, he reported that he and City Manager Nicklas met with NIU leadership, as they do on a regular basis, to keep each entity informed on what the other is doing.

2. City Manager Report.

City Manager Nicklas had no report.

Alderman Smith reminded everyone of the Memorial Day Parade scheduled for May 30 and Management Analyst Zak provided details. City Manager Nicklas also mentioned the Mayor’s Breakfast scheduled for the same day.

O. EXECUTIVE SESSION

Mayor Barnes read the following Executive Session exemption titles as follows:

1. Approval to Hold an Executive Session in Order to Discuss the Sale or Lease of Real Property as Provided for in 5 ILCS 120/2(c)(6); and

2. Pending Litigation as Provided for in 5 ILCS 120/2(c)(11).

MOTION: Alderman Perkins moved to recess for Executive Session; seconded by Alderman Smith.

VOTE: Motion carried by an 8-0 roll call vote. Aye: Morris, Larson, Smith, Perkins, McAdams, Verbic, Faivre, Barnes. Nay: None. Mayor Barnes declared the motion passed and recessed the meeting at 6:59 p.m.

Following adjournment of the Executive Session, Mayor Barnes opened the meeting to the public at 8:03 p.m.

P. ADJOURNMENT

MOTION: Alderman Perkins moved to adjourn the Regular meeting; seconded by Alderman Smith.

VOTE: Motion carried by an 8-0 roll call vote. Aye: Morris, Larson, Smith, Perkins, McAdams, Verbic, Faivre, Barnes. Nay: None. Mayor Barnes declared the motion passed and adjourned the meeting at 8:04 p.m.

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