City Commission

Regular Meeting Minutes City Hall Minutes of August 28, 2024 The Governing Body met at 4:00 pm on this date for the Regular City Commission Meeting with the following members present and participating to wit: Mayor Skidmore, Mayor Pro Tem Allen, Commissioner Caylor, Commissioner Clayton, and Commissioner Crowley. Mayor Skidmore called the meeting to order. Mayor Skidmore welcomed the audience and led the Pledge of Allegiance to the American flag. Pastor Darron Story from Westminster Presbyterian Church gave the invocation. Public Comments None were received. Consent Agenda Commissioner Crowley made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Clayton, to approve the consent agenda, including minutes from the August 21, 2024 Regular Meeting and the Regular Meeting agenda. The motion was considered, and upon being put, all present voted aye. The Mayor declared the consent agenda duly approved. Declaration No declarations were made. Unfinished Business New Business Public Hearing for Amended TIF Project Plan for Premier Auto This public hearing has been called to consider the amendments to the TIF Project Plan for Premier Auto within the South 59 TIF District. Mayor Skidmore opened the public hearing at 4:03 pm. The Governing Body heard from Tyler Ellsworth, Kutak Rock who stated the Commission is requested to continue the public hearing to the September 11, 2024, meeting when the TIF Ordinance amending the Project Plan and the Development Agreement is ready for consideration. Ordinance Authorizing Issuance of Phase I IRB The Governing Body has tabled this item until the TIF public hearing is reconvened at the September 11, 2024, meeting. Resolution of Intent for Phase II IRB The Governing Body has tabled this item until the TIF public hearing is reconvened at the September 11, 2024, meeting. Review of Monthly Reports for July 2024 August 28, 2024 1 City of Ottawa Regular Meeting Minutes August 28, 2024 Page 2 The Governing Body reviewed the July 2024 Monthly Reports with community support organizations. Ordinance Amending Municipal Code, Section 12-314, to Update Parking Regulations on 11th Street The City Commission heard from Director Neece who presented an ordinance authorizing angle parking on the north side of 11th Street between Cedar Street and College Street. The ordinance amends Section 12-314 of the Municipal Code to address parking needs for Ottawa University, which has proposed this angle parking as part of a broader parking solution. The change has been discussed by the Development Review Committee and is expected to meet the University's parking requirements without negatively impacting the surrounding neighborhood or traffic flow. After discussion, Commissioner Crowley made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Clayton, to approve this ordinance. The motion was considered and upon being put, all present voted aye. The Mayor declared this ordinance duly approved, and the ordinance was duly numbered Ordinance No. 4142-24. Public Hearing for the Purpose of Hearing and Considering Objections of Tax Payers Related to the Proposed Use of Funds for 2024 Budget Amendments This public hearing was called to consider amending the 2024 Budget for the following funds: Water Utility Fund, Library Fund, Special Parks Fund, Proximity Park-Special Sales Tax Fund, and Golf Course Fund. Mayor Skidmore opened this public hearing at 4:22 pm. The Governing Body heard from Finance Director Melanie Landis, who stated that these 2024 Budget amendments are necessary for the following funds: • Water Utility Fund • Library Fund • Special Parks Fund • Proximity Park – Special Sales Tax Fund • Golf Course Fund There were no further comments offered during the public hearing. The Mayor closed the public hearing at 4:33 pm. Acceptance of the 2024 Budget Amendments Commissioner Crowley made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Clayton, to accept the 2024 Budget amendments to the Water Utility Fund, Library Fund, Special Parks Fund, Proximity Park-Special Sales Tax, and Golf Course Fund. The motion was considered and upon being put, all present voted aye. The Mayor declared the amendments duly approved. City Manager’s Comments City Manager Silcott provided an overview of the tentative agenda items for the upcoming City Commission meeting and provided an update on upcoming events. August 28, 2024 2 City of Ottawa Regular Meeting Minutes August 28, 2024 Page 3 Governing Body Comments Commissioner Clayton and Mayor Skidmore commended the OU Fusion event, highlighting its success and positive impact on the community. Announcements A. August 29, 2024 Chamber Eggs & Issues – 8:00 am, Advent Health B. August 31, 2024 Snow Cones with a Cop – 12:00 – 2:00 pm, Legacy Square C. September 4, 2024 City Commission Meeting – 7:00 pm, City Hall Adjournment There was no further business before the Governing Body, the Mayor declared the meeting duly adjourned at 4:40 pm. /s/ Melissa Reed Melissa Reed, City Clerk August 28, 2024 3