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125 S. Center Street City of Collinsville Collinsville, IL 62234 Minutes - Final City Council Councilman Jeff Stehman Councilman Cheryl Brombolich Councilman Donna Green Councilman David Jerome Mayor John Miller City Manager Mitch Bair Corporate Counsel Steve Giacoletto City Clerk Kim Wasser Monday, September 10, 2018 6:30 PM Council Chambers A. CALL MEETING TO ORDER Mayor Miller called the meeting to order at 6:30pm. B. ROLL CALL Also present: City Manager Mitch Bair, Corporate Counsel Steve Giacoletto, and City Clerk Kim Wasser. Present: 5 - Councilman Donna Green, Councilman David Jerome, Councilman Cheryl Brombolich, Councilman Jeff Stehman, and Mayor John Miller Absent: 0 C. INVOCATION Delivered by Mayor Miller. D. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Recited. E. PROCLAMATIONS/RECOGNITION/PRESENTATIONS F. BUSINESS PRIOR TO PUBLIC INPUT G. COUNCIL DISCUSSION 1. Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR) Attachments: Staff Memo 2017 CAFR Report City of Collinsville Page 1 Printed on 9/25/2018 City Council Minutes - Final September 10, 2018 City Manager Bair introduced Penny Scoville of Hochschild Bloom and Company and Andrea Loeh, Interim City Treasurer. He explained what the CAFR report is and how it is used. He advised the report is comprised of three (3) sections: Introduction, Financial, and Statistical. The report helps to present the City's financial statement in a transparent manner and is required for participation in the Certificate of Excellence program. He indicated the report allows the City to measure performance and progress of the bi-annual budget. It allows the City to focus on debt management, capital investments, and business plan. The CAFR is impacted by the local economy. He advised the City's EAV has increased by 3% and the sales tax revenue has increased by 9.2%. He mentioned the ability to focus on long term financial planning. He highlighted major initiatives that impacted the CAFR as being the new water treatment plant as an investment in capital improvements, the addition of the Parks and Recreation Department, consolidation with the Gateway Convention Center, Hotel/Motel Tax increase and city-wide expansion of the Food and Beverage Tax. He displayed the financial report in his presentation. He spoke of the City's net position and the need to invest in various improvements that had not been done over the past several years. Ms. Scoville spoke of restricted funds (TIF, Business Districts, and Police Forfeitures and Seizures). She spoke of funding the Police and Fire Pension funds City Manager Bair advised the 2017 ending balance in the General fund was $18.1 million. He indicated the increase was due to additional revenues. He mentioned Collinsville's property tax rate is the 3rd lowest in the surrounding area. Capital assets were valued at $75,611,238. He clarified that the biggest impact on net position are capital asset investments, revenue increases and department expansion (Parks and Recreation, Gateway Convention Center). He spoke of the need for a debt management policy. Ms. Scoville spoke of an additional audit that was required due to the City receiving grant funds over the threshold of $750,000. She advised they reviewed internal controls and made some suggestions to strengthen the current controls but found no significant issues to report. She indicated the City's financial report as being in good standing with opportunity of increasing the net position by investing in future improvements. Councilman Stehman spoke of improvements and an update to the CIP. City Manager Bair advised an update is forthcoming. Councilman Brombolich mentioned the additional audit report as being a positive aspect in that it was necessary because staff has pursued and received various grant funds for City improvements. Mayor Miller spoke of the pension funds. Councilman Brombolich asked for a history of what was done to be addressed in the CIP update. Ms. Scoville thanked staff for presenting thorough information for the audit. City of Collinsville Page 2 Printed on 9/25/2018 City Council Minutes - Final September 10, 2018 2. Northeast Business District Incentive Request for Mane Attraction Hair Boutique (1501 Vandalia) Attachments: Staff Memo Application Bids Proposed Railing Associate Planner Cristen Hardin displayed an aerial map and surrounding area of 1501 Vandalia. She highlighted the proposed improvement project to include new vinyl railing with solar light caps at a cost of $3,840. She spoke of other improvements that were done by the owner to include landscaping, painting, replacement of porch posts and flooring, and two (2) additional new work stations. She advised the applicant is requesting a 40% reimbursement ($1,586) of the total project cost. City Manager Bair explained the applicant previously received NEBD incentive for signage back in 2010. He advised staff is working on drafting a policy, similar to that of the TIF program, for Business District incentives. 3. Smart Waste Receptacles Attachments: Staff Memo Kimberly Caughran, Director of Parks and Recreation, displayed an aerial map of the Uptown area where the proposed waste receptacles will be placed. She indicated staff is recommending obtaining 10 pairs with each pair consisting of a sealed, self contained garbage can and recycling bin. She advised the units are solar powered and cloud based in which the garbage can will compact the waste and the unit will notify staff when it needs to be emptied. Currently, the Uptown area does not have recycling containers. She mentioned the option to allow for advertisement to promote events or offset cost. She advised these receptacles are currently in use at Webster University and Mercy Hospital in Creve Coeur. City Manager Bair spoke of the receptacles in use in Normal, IL. Mayor Miller inquired of color options. Director Caughran advised that each pair is approximately $6,600 which includes software and updates. She advised she is looking for possible grant funding to offset the cost. Councilman Jerome mentioned previous complaints regarding trash in the Uptown area. He spoke of potential advertising on the cans as a way to defray cost. 4. Comprehensive Guaranteed Energy Savings Contracts - CTS Group and Fire Station 1 Attachments: Staff Memo Assistant City Manager Derek Jackson advised the City recently accepted requests for proposals for City of Collinsville Page 3 Printed on 9/25/2018 City Council Minutes - Final September 10, 2018 energy savings options. He advised the Fire Department received a grant for improvements that would reflect energy saving and Fire Station 1 was identified as needing such improvements. Ellie Blankenship introduced herself and other members of CTS Group and displayed a presentation regarding their energy savings services and recommendations. She advised the presentation will address guaranteed energy savings projects, information about their company, existing conditions and recommendations to remedy them, and a financial summary. She spoke of State Statute 50 ILCS 515 that addresses guaranteed energy savings contracts as well as funding, efficient operations, and a 20 year pay back. She advised CTS has been a privately owned energy services company since 2000, participated in 275 projects totaling more than $500 million with $43 million in savings. The company is an accredited member of the National Association of Energy Services Company. She also advised CTS is vendor neutral which allows for competitive pricing. CTS recently acquired a solar company. She spoke of performance, lifecycle costs, acquiring the lowest bid for projects and no change orders. She highlighted the issues they discovered at Fire Station 1 to include lack of temperature and humidity control, mold, inadequate HVAC system, fluorescent lighting, and some exterior concerns involving the gutters and flashing. CTS is recommending HVAC upgraded system with variable volume temperature system installed, vehicle exhaust evacuation system, LED lighting, and building envelope improvements. She mentioned issues at Fire Station 2 to include humidity and comfort issues due to one HVAC system split to serve multiple areas, and fluorescent lighting. They did not address exterior of building. They are recommending to install a new 3 ton unit to replace the existing split system and replace lighting with LED's. Ms. Blankenship gave a breakdown of the financial summary. She advised the total cost for improvements to both stations would be $275,390 with an annual energy savings of $3,725. They estimated 20 years via energy savings to recoup the cost of the project. Chief Edmond spoke of the exhaust system as a cancer relief system. He mentioned finding mold and spoke of the humidity issues. Councilman Stehman asked if the proposed recommendations are in compliance with the current Illinois Energy Code to which Ms. Blankenship confirmed. Mayor Miller spoke of the mold issue being a health hazard. Councilman Brombolich mentioned the Firemen are actually living at the stations due to their schedules. Ms. Blankenship spoke of making the repairs during regular operations. A discussion was had regarding how the energy savings is calculated. City of Collinsville Page 4 Printed on 9/25/2018 City Council Minutes - Final September 10, 2018 H. SPEAKERS FROM THE FLOOR None. I. COMMENTS & ANNOUNCEMENTS - MAYOR Mayor Miller spoke of the Veteran's Monument that will be unveiled at the Collinsville High School on Tuesday. He thanked the teacher, students and supporters for their efforts and invited the public to attend the ceremony. J COMMENTS & ANNOUNCEMENTS - COUNCIL MEMBERS Councilman Jerome congratulated Twin Echo School for receiving the National PTA School of Excellence Award. K. COMMENTS & ANNOUNCEMENTS - CITY STAFF Fire Chief Edmond spoke of the Fire Department Master Fire Plan that will include the purpose, process and phase implementation. The plan will include location study, staffing study information, operations, training, address infrastructure needs related to hydrants and water lines, etc. Parks and Recreation Director Kimberly Caughran invited the public to attend the recreation relaunch on Saturday, September 15 at Woodland Park. She mentioned the upcoming Farmer's Market on Main event to be held on September 12 at the Blum House. She also spoke of the annual Fall Festival and Chili Cook-Off event which will be held on October 27 in the Uptown area. She updated the public regarding an accident involving 2 employees of the Parks and Recreation Department that were injured. Councilman Jerome asked, on behalf of his daughter, to send surveys to the high school students regarding park amenities. Director Caughran indicated that to be a great suggestion and advised she would consult with the School District to include the online survey on their website. Police Chief Evans mentioned that both the Fire and Police Departments will host an open house during the Fall Festival. He also spoke of the 9-1-1 Stair Climb Challenge to be held at Cahokia Mounds on Tuesday, September 11 at 5pm. City Clerk Wasser encouraged the public to download the City's 311 App on their cellular phones. She highlighted the aspects of the App. Community Development Director David Bookless gave an up to date summary of the Occupancy Permit Program since implemented on September 1: - 21 applications received - 12 inspections conducted, 7 scheduled and 2 pending - 11 permits granted - 1 inspection failed City of Collinsville Page 5 Printed on 9/25/2018 City Council Minutes - Final September 10, 2018 Asst. City Manager Jackson mentioned staffs progress in updating the City's website with a new program. Vision is part of the Granicus system the City uses for agenda processing and meeting manager. L. CONSENT AGENDA City Clerk Wasser read the Consent Agenda. 1. Motion to Approve Payment of Bills for the Period Ending August 31, 2018, in the Amount of $657,241.21 Attachments: Agenda Item Report BOARD LIST 08-24-18 BOARD LIST 08-31-18 2. Motion to Approve Payroll for the Period Ending August 31, 2018, in the Amount of $647,091.26 Attachments: Agenda Item Report Board List 08-24-18.pdf Board List 08-31-18.pdf 3. Motion to Approve Minutes of the August 27, 2018 Meeting Attachments: Agenda Item Report 08272018RegMtg.pdf 4. Resolution Requesting Permission from the Illinois Department of Transportation to Close Main Street for Fall Festival Attachments: Agenda Item Report Resolution Application and Certificates of Insurance Mayor Miller asked if the Council wished to pull any items prior to a Motion. No items were pulled. A motion was made by Councilman Brombolich, seconded by Councilman Green, to approve the Consent Agenda. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: 5 - Green, Jerome, Brombolich, Stehman, and Miller Nay: 0 Absent: 0 Abstain: 0 City of Collinsville Page 6 Printed on 9/25/2018 City Council Minutes - Final September 10, 2018 M. NEW BUSINESS 1. Ordinance Amending the Crime Free Housing Program Attachments: Agenda Item Report Ordinance Staff Memo Chief Evans advised amendments to the Crime Free Housing Program are being proposed based on previous discussions. Amendments are: - Late Fees/Penalties - Manager Locational Requirements - Landlord License - Continuing Education Requirement - Require owner and/or Manager Email Address - Connectivity to Occupancy Permit Program Councilman Green commented on the program. She spoke of receiving a phone call from the CFH Coordinator who informed her of some burglaries in the area of her rental property. He also updated her email address and she received various updates regarding activity in the area. She spoke of the program's value. This agenda item was approve. 2. Ordinance Amending the Collinsville Municipal Code Chapter 4 Entitled Fees (Crime Free) Attachments: Agenda Item Report Ordinance Master Fee Schedule Asst. City Manager Jackson advised this amendment addresses the Crime Free Housing Program with regards to fees. He advised that staff researched what other surrounding communities are charging. Based on previous discussions with Council, the late fee time period on delinquent renewals is $50 after 60 days and added a subsequent fee of $50 per unit for every 30 days beyond the 60 days. He clarified that this is a deterrence fee. Councilman Brombolich asked if the Master Fee Schedule was available on the website to which he indicated it was. Councilman Jerome indicated he did not want the fee to be punitive but understands the reasoning. Mayor Miller asked of revocation of the license after being delinquent for an extended amount of time. Asst. City Manager Jackson advised Corporate Counsel would be consulted should this occur. City of Collinsville Page 7 Printed on 9/25/2018 City Council Minutes - Final September 10, 2018 A motion was made by Councilman Jerome, seconded by Councilman Green to approve. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: 5 - Green, Jerome, Brombolich, Stehman, and Miller Nay: 0 Absent: 0 Abstain: 0 3. Ordinance Authorizing Expenditure of TIF Funds - Miner's Institute Foundation (204 W. Main) Attachments: Agenda Item Report Ordinance Application Bids Overview by Associate Planner Cristen Hardin, who advised this ordinance would authorize TIF reimbursements for Fire and Life Safety improvements. Total project cost is $93,719 with a TIF award in the amount of $80,347.10 which represents 90% for the Life Safety improvements and 40% for architect services. Councilman Jerome spoke of this being an opportunity to preserve a part of Collinsville's history. He spoke of Miner's Theatre being a destination and an opportunity for revenue to the Uptown area. Mayor Miller inquired of State Fire Marshal requirements. Fire Chief Edmond advised this improvement would allow some occupancy into the building. A motion was made by Councilman Jerome, seconded by Councilman Brombolich to approve. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: 5 - Green, Jerome, Brombolich, Stehman, and Miller Nay: 0 Absent: 0 Abstain: 0 4. Ordinance Authorizing Expenditure of Northeast Business District Funds to Scuba Duck Car Wash (1840 Vandalia) Attachments: Agenda Item Report Ordinance Application Bids Ms. Hardin advised this ordinance would allow for reimbursement through the Northeast Business District Funds for improvements to Scuba Duck Car Wash. She spoke of previous discussions City of Collinsville Page 8 Printed on 9/25/2018 City Council Minutes - Final September 10, 2018 regarding the improvements. She advised staff is recommending an award in the amount of $21,444 which represents 40% of the total project cost. She advised this is in the form of a reimbursement once the work is complete. Councilman Jerome advised he is friends with the applicant so he will abstain from discussions and vote. A motion was made by Councilman Brombolich, seconded by Councilman Green to approve. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: 4 - Green, Brombolich, Stehman, and Miller Nay: 0 Absent: 0 Abstain: 1 - Jerome 5. Ordinance to Award Bid and Authorize a Contract for the 2018 Resurfacing Program - Project #CIP 666-18 to Byrne & Jones Construction in the Amount of $578,612.37. Attachments: Agenda Item Report Ordinance Bid Tab Byrne & Jones Bid Troy Turner, City Engineer, advised 2 bids were received. One was at the expected dollar amount ($715,125.25) and the other, from Byrnes and Jones Construction, returned much lower at $578,612.37. Staff is recommending to award the project to Byrnes and Jones. Due to the lower than expected bid, staff considered adding more streets to the project but Street's construction crew does not have the time to prep the additional streets. He advised staff will look into pavement restoration technology to further funds and extend the life of the roadway improvements. Councilman Brombolich asked for a list of the streets that will be repairs. City Manager Bair advised the streets are listed on the staff report within the agenda which is available on the City's website. She advised these improvements include sidewalk, curb and gutters, and storm water work. She inquire of the contractor. Mr. Turner advised they are out of St. Charles and have done work within the area but mainly in Missouri. He advised an individual will monitor construction observation and address any issues, if necessary. City Manager Bair indicated that this is a company who presented a competitive bid in order to obtain work in the area. Mr. Turner spoke of how staff determines which streets are in need of repair and the timeframe in which they will be repairs. He advised they are inspected and rated which evaluates a rating score of City of Collinsville Page 9 Printed on 9/25/2018 City Council Minutes - Final September 10, 2018 1-10 (1 being the lowest rating and in need of repairs). He spoke of grouping streets together within an area. A motion was made by Councilman Jerome, seconded by Councilman Green to approve. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: 5 - Green, Jerome, Brombolich, Stehman, and Miller Nay: 0 Absent: 0 Abstain: 0 6. Ordinance Authorizing a Professional Services Agreement with Brotcke Well and Pump for Annual Flow Testing and Planned Maintenance of the City's Domestic Water Wells. Attachments: Agenda Item Report Ordinance Agreement Public Works Director Dennis Kress advised this is a 3 year contract with Brotcke Well and Pump for the annual flow testing and preventative maintenance of the water wells at the treatment plant. Brotcke has been serving the wells for many years with no issues. He spoke of receiving a limited number of bids for this type of work in the past. The contract offers an additional 2 years for the same price. He highlighted the services of the contract and associated costs. He advised that 2 of the 6 wells are over 50 years old but have been maintained. A motion was made by Councilman Brombolich, seconded by Councilman Stehman to approve. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: 5 - Green, Jerome, Brombolich, Stehman, and Miller Nay: 0 Absent: 0 Abstain: 0 7. Ordinance Authorizing the Mayor to Sign a Purchase Contract with Madison County (312 E. Main Street) Attachments: Agenda Item Report Ordinance Purchase Contract and Letter City Manager Bair advised this ordinance will authorize the Mayor to execute a purchase contact with Madison County for the purchase of 312 E. Main Street. He identified the property as having numerous issues (fire damage, opening in roof, broken windows and exposed water damage). The purchase price is $634. Upon the purchase, an asbestos survey will be conducted to explore City of Collinsville Page 10 Printed on 9/25/2018 City Council Minutes - Final September 10, 2018 demolition options. Councilman Jerome inquired of liens. Corporate Counsel Steve Giacoletto indicated there were various insignificant liens on the property but this is an opportunity for property that could be sold at a later date. He further indicated it is a Quit Claim Deed. A motion was made by Councilman Stehman, seconded by Councilman Brombolich to approve. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: 5 - Green, Jerome, Brombolich, Stehman, and Miller Nay: 0 Absent: 0 Abstain: 0 8. Resolution Appointing Members to the Cool Cities Committee (Stephanie Malench and Rosalie Marconi) Attachments: Agenda Item Report Resolution Application Ord18-72 Est Cool Cities Committee Asst. City Manager Jackson advised this ordinance will appoint 2 members to the committee for a 3 year term, following ordinance will appoint 2 members to a 2 year term and another ordinance in the near future will appoint the 5th member to a 1 year term. He indicated that an interview is scheduled for the 5th member. Staff recommends approving the appointments. Mayor Miller agreed with the sustainability efforts the committee will focus on. A motion was made by Councilman Jerome, seconded by Councilman Green to approve. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: 5 - Green, Jerome, Brombolich, Stehman, and Miller Nay: 0 Absent: 0 Abstain: 0 9. Resolution Appointing Members to the Cool Cities Committee (Roger Glotfelty and Jerry Young) City of Collinsville Page 11 Printed on 9/25/2018 City Council Minutes - Final September 10, 2018 Attachments: Agenda Item Report Resolution Applications Ord18-72 Est Cool Cities Committee Mr. Jackson advised this appointment will be for 2 members to a 2 year term. He identified Mr. Glotfelty as being the individual who brought this initiative to the City's attention at the Town Hall meeting last November and works for Straight Up Solar. He indicated that Mr. Young is a blogger on how to build green. A motion was made by Councilman Brombolich, seconded by Councilman Green to approve. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: 5 - Green, Jerome, Brombolich, Stehman, and Miller Nay: 0 Absent: 0 Abstain: 0 10. Resolution of the City of Collinsville, Illinois Regarding the Assumption of Outstanding Bond Debt of the Collinsville Metropolitan Exposition Auditorium and Office Building Authority Attachments: Agenda Item Report Resolution Bank Certificate City Manager Bair advised this resolution is to formally authorize the City as assuming the debt of the Gateway Center due to the consolidation. A resolution is required by the bank with a pledge that we plan to pay down the debt. The resolution also removes the requirement for the City to hold $545,000 in reserve. Councilman Jerome commented that he thought this was done when the consolidation took place. City Manager Bair agreed but indicated the bank requires a resolution as a formal acceptance. A motion was made by Councilman Jerome, seconded by Councilman Stehman to approve. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: 5 - Green, Jerome, Brombolich, Stehman, and Miller Nay: 0 Absent: 0 Abstain: 0 11. Resolution in Support of and Authorizing the Mayor to Apply for the Open Space Land Acquisition and Development Grant (Glidden Park Improvement Project) City of Collinsville Page 12 Printed on 9/25/2018 City Council Minutes - Final September 10, 2018 Attachments: Agenda Item Report Resolution Director Caughran asked the Council to support an application for the Open Space Land Acquisition and Development (OSLAD) grant. She indicated the grant is funded by the State and is in the form of a reimbursement up to 50% of the cost with a maximum of $400,000 for development. She would like to earmark the grant funds for improvements at Glidden Park. She received input from members of the Junior Service Club for improvement suggestions. She received numerous suggestions to include improvements to the existing skating rink and shelter. She advised the restroom and amenities are in need of repairs and improvements. She listed many other improvements that are needed. Councilman Jerome inquired of the grant. Director Caughran advised this is a matching grant for up to $400,000 and within the same project. Grant is due in October and then once awarded it is a 3 year timeframe to complete the project. She spoke of other grants she could apply for to offset the costs. A motion was made by Councilman Brombolich, seconded by Councilman Green to approve. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: 5 - Green, Jerome, Brombolich, Stehman, and Miller Nay: 0 Absent: 0 Abstain: 0 12. Resolution in Support of and Authorizing the Mayor to Apply for the St. Clair County Parks Grant (Sports Complex Improvement Project) Attachments: Agenda Item Report Resolution Director Caughran advised this resolution would authorize the application for the St. Clair County Parks Grant program. Funds would be used towards amenity improvements at the St. Clair County portion of the Sports Complex. A motion was made by Councilman Brombolich, seconded by Councilman Green to approve. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: 5 - Green, Jerome, Brombolich, Stehman, and Miller Nay: 0 Absent: 0 Abstain: 0 N. OLD BUSINESS O. CLOSED SESSION P. ANNOUNCEMENTS City of Collinsville Page 13 Printed on 9/25/2018 City Council Minutes - Final September 10, 2018 Q. ADJOURNMENT A motion was made by Councilman Brombolich, seconded by Councilman Stehman to adjourn at 8:37pm. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: 5 - Green, Jerome, Brombolich, Stehman, and Miller Nay: 0 Absent: 0 Abstain: 0 City of Collinsville Page 14 Printed on 9/25/2018 City Council Minutes - Final September 10, 2018 ADDRESSING THE COUNCIL DURING SPEAKERS FROM THE FLOOR Below are the rules for input during City Council meetings as set out in Ordinance No. 4765 entitled “Ordinance Governing Speakers From the Floor During Meetings of the City Council and the Commission, Boards, and Sub-Bodies of Collinsville, Illinois”. Speakers may address the Council during the time designated as Speakers From the Floor on the agenda. RULE 1: Speakers shall be allowed only during “Speakers from the Floor,” or at any other time if requested by a member of the City Council. RULE 2: Input must relate to a matter under the authority of the City of Collinsville. RULE 3: Upon request by the meeting Chairman for speakers from the floor, a prospective speaker shall express the desire to speak, be recognized by the meeting Chairman, approach the designated podium, and state their name and general subject matter to which they will address the City Council. RULE 4: After establishing their identity, prospective speakers shall immediately address only the City Council. RULE 5: Each speaker is limited to four (4) minutes to address the City Council. No extensions will be granted and no time shall be compensated to the speaker resulting from interruptions by or discussion with the City Council, City Manager, or any other City officer or employee. RULE 6: Speakers shall address only the City Council collectively or its members individually. Speakers shall speak to issues and shall refrain from personal attacks on City appointed officials and employees. Speakers may not address issues related to pending litigation in which the City or its subsidiary bodies, officers, agents, employees, boards or commissions is a party. RULE 7: Speakers shall not be permitted to advertise, solicit, request, urge, summon, or cajole the City Council or the general public, except as otherwise provided for herein, with regard to any products, goods, services, information, gains, losses, advantages, consequences, or any other similar matter, notwithstanding that there may or may not be any pecuniary, monetary, financial or property gain, loss, or benefit to the speaker or any other person or entity. RULE 8: Speakers shall act and speak with decorum and conform to conventional social manners in speech, writing, dress, and behavior. The audience shall refrain from conduct that disrupts the meeting in any way such as clapping, booing, loud talking or outbursts. A speaker may be immediately terminated at the meeting Chairman’s discretion. RULE 9: Determination of breaches of this Ordinance shall be made by the meeting Chairman. The meeting Chairman customarily will warn the speaker or members of the audience of inappropriate behavior through one warning use of the gavel. Subsequent inappropriate behavior shall result in the immediate removal of the responsible parties at the discretion of the meeting Chairman. City of Collinsville Page 15 Printed on 9/25/2018