City Council Regular Meeting

STATE OF ILLINOIS CITY OF URBANA Laurel Lunt Prussing, Mayor Phyllis D. Clark, City Clerk URBANA CITY COUNCIL Monday, June 16, 2014 The City Council of the City of Urbana, Illinois, met in regular session Monday, June 16, 2014 at 7 p.m. in the Council Chambers at the Urbana City Building. ELECTED OFFICIALS PHYSICALLY PRESENT Eric Jakobsson, Alderman Ward 2 Carol Ammons, Alderwoman Ward 3 Bill Brown, Alderman Ward 4 Dennis Roberts, Alderman Ward 5 Michael P. Madigan, Alderman Ward 6 Diane Marlin, Alderwoman Ward 7 Laurel Lunt Prussing, Mayor Phyllis D. Clark, City Clerk ELECTED OFFICIALS PRESENT VIA TELECONFERENCE None ELECTED OFFICIALS ABSENT Charles Smyth, Alderman Ward 1 STAFF PRESENT Brandon Boys; Patrick Connolly; William Gray; Rich Hentschel; Kelly Mierkowski; Mike Monson; Brian Nightlinger; John Schneider; James Simon OTHERS PRESENT Carletta Donaldson; Cynthia Green; Bishop King James Underwood; Rev. Dr. Evelyn Underwood; Members of the Media. A. CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL There being a quorum, Mayor Prussing called the meeting of the Urbana City Council to order at 7:03 p.m. Urbana City Council Minutes: June 16, 2014 Page 2 of 10 B. APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING Alderwoman Ammons made a motion to approve minutes from meeting held on June 2, 2014. Alderman Jakobsson seconded. Motion carried by voice vote. C. ADDITIONS TO THE AGENDA There were none. D. PETITIONS AND COMMUNICATIONS Ryan Peters Associate Broker Bradley Company presented a proposal for Medical Cannabis Pilot Program. Carletta Donaldson addressed the council with a weekly moment of silence and also reminded everyone about the Jettie Rhodes Day celebration that will take place June 28, 2014. Cynthia Green addressed the council regarding the Barnes Mobile Home Park. Bishop King James and Rev. Dr. Evelyn Underwood did not wish to speak but are still concerned about the Dr. Ellis Subdivision sewer Problems. Alderman Jakobsson communicated on behalf of two of his constituents regarding Carle Foundation Hospital and how grateful they were because of the service that was provided. E. UNFINISHED BUSINESS There were none. F. REPORTS OF STANDING COMMITTEES 1. Committee of the Whole a. Resolution No. 2014-05-027R: A Resolution Approving and Authorizing the Execution of a Promotional and Marketing Agreement (Urbana Business Association, FY 2014-2015, FY 2015- 2016, & FY 2016-2017) [sent from council 06/02/14][committee 06/06/14] After discussion Alderman Brown made a motion to amend Resolution No. 2014-05-027R as follows: Lower each yearly amount by $5,000.00. Alderman Roberts seconded. Motion carried by voice vote. Alderwoman Ammons made a motion to approve amended Resolution No. 2014-05-027R. Alderman Roberts seconded. Motion carried by roll call. Vote was as follows: Carol Ammons - Aye Michael P. Madigan - Aye Bill Brown – Aye Diane Marlin - Nay Eric Jakobsson - Aye Dennis Roberts - Aye Urbana City Council Minutes: June 16, 2014 Page 3 of 10 Action: Resolution No. 2014-05-027R was approved by roll call vote (5-Ayes; 1-Nay) b. Resolution No. 2014-06-033R: A Resolution Approving Modifications to the City Of Urbana And Urbana Home Consortium FY 2013-2014 Annual Action Plan (301 Thompson and Community Elements TBRA) Alderwoman Ammons made a motion to approve Resolution No. 2014-06-033R. Alderman Roberts seconded. Motion carried by roll call. Vote was as follows: Carol Ammons - Aye Michael P. Madigan - Aye Bill Brown – Aye Diane Marlin - Aye Eric Jakobsson - Aye Dennis Roberts - Aye Action: Resolution No. 2014-06-033R was approved by roll call vote (6-Ayes; 0-Nay) c. Discussion: Social Service Funding Allocations Alderman Jakobsson is still working on the final copy of allocations. d. Resolution No. 2014-06-034R: A Resolution Authorizing the Execution of a Law Enforcement Mutual Aid Agreement and the Existence and Formation of the Illinois Law Enforcement Alarm System (“ILEAS”) (Intergovernmental Agreement for Law Enforcement Mutual Aid) Alderwoman Ammons made a motion to approve Resolution No. 2014-06-034R. Alderman Roberts seconded. Motion carried by roll call. Vote was as follows: Carol Ammons - Aye Michael P. Madigan - Aye Bill Brown – Aye Diane Marlin - Aye Eric Jakobsson - Aye Dennis Roberts - Aye Action: Resolution No. 2014-06-034R was approve by roll call vote (6-Ayes; 0-Nay) e. Ordinance No. 2014-06-057: An Ordinance Of The City Of Urbana, Champaign County, Illinois, Providing For The Issuance Of General Obligation Bonds, Series 2014, Providing The Details Of Such Bonds and For A Levy Of Taxes To Pay The Principal Of And Interest On Such Bonds, And Related Matters Alderwoman Ammons made a motion to approve Ordinance No. 2014-06-057. Alderman Roberts seconded. Motion carried by roll call. Vote was as follows: Carol Ammons - Aye Michael P. Madigan - Aye Bill Brown – Aye Diane Marlin - Aye Eric Jakobsson - Aye Dennis Roberts – Aye Mayor Prussing - Aye Action: Ordinance No. 2014-06-057 was approved by roll call vote (7-Ayes; 0-Nay) Urbana City Council Minutes: June 16, 2014 Page 4 of 10 f. Ordinance No. 2014-05-053: An Ordinance Approving the Champaign-Urbana Solid Waste Disposal System Annual Budget (FY 2014-2015) Alderwoman Ammons made a motion to approve Ordinance No. 2014-06-053. Alderman Jakobsson seconded. Motion carried by roll call. Vote was as follows: Carol Ammons - Aye Michael P. Madigan - Aye Bill Brown – Aye Diane Marlin - Aye Eric Jakobsson - Aye Dennis Roberts – Aye Mayor Prussing - Aye Action: Ordinance No. 2014-06-053 was approve by roll call vote (7-Ayes; 0-Nay) G. REPORTS OF SPECIAL COMMITTEES There were none. H. REPORTS OF OFFICERS Celeste Choate, Library Executive Director announced the upcoming celebration in honor of the 140th year of service to the community and extended the invitation to the public and council members to celebrate the kick off this Sunday from 2-3pm. I. NEW BUSINESS Alderman Madigan recused himself from New Business due to conflict of interest from 7:37-7:40pm. 1. Ordinance No. 2014-06-058: An Ordinance Amending Urbana City Code Chapter 3, Section 3-43 (Increasing number of Class R-2 liquor licenses for Blackhawk Restaurant Group, LLC, Series UCUrbana, d/b/a Emma’s Eatery, 114 Vine Street) Mayor Prussing presented Ordinance No. 2014-06-058 for approval. After presentation Alderman Roberts made a motion to approve Ordinance No. 2014-06-058. Alderman Jakobsson seconded. Motion carried by roll call. Carol Ammons - Aye Michael P. Madigan – Recuse Bill Brown – Aye Diane Marlin - Aye Eric Jakobsson - Aye Dennis Roberts – Aye Action: Ordinance No. 2014-06-058 was approved by roll call vote (5-Ayes; 0-Nay; 1-Recuse) 2. Ordinance No. 2014-06-059: An Ordinance Amending Urbana City Code Chapter 3, Section 3-43 (Increasing number of Class R-1 liquor licenses for Hot Spot Restaurant, LLC, 1809 S. Philo Road) Mayor Prussing presented Ordinance No. 2014-06-059 for approval. After presentation Alderman Roberts made a motion to approve Ordinance No. 2014-06-059. Alderwoman Marlin seconded. Motion carried by roll call. Urbana City Council Minutes: June 16, 2014 Page 5 of 10 Carol Ammons - Aye Michael P. Madigan – Recuse Bill Brown – Aye Diane Marlin - Aye Eric Jakobsson - Aye Dennis Roberts – Aye Action: Ordinance No. 2014-06-059 was approved by roll call vote (5-Ayes; 0-Nay; 1-Recuse) 3. Ordinance No. 2014-06-060: An Ordinance Amending Urbana City Code chapter 3, Section 3-43 (Increasing number of Class C liquor licenses for La Morenita Mexican Store, Inc., 607 N. Cunningham Avenue) Mayor Prussing presented Ordinance No. 2014-06-060 for approval. After presentation Alderwoman Ammons made a motion to approve Ordinance No. 2014-06-060. Alderman Roberts seconded. Motion carried by roll call. Carol Ammons - Aye Michael P. Madigan – Recuse Bill Brown – Aye Diane Marlin - Aye Eric Jakobsson - Aye Dennis Roberts – Aye Action: Ordinance No. 2014-06-060 was approved by roll call vote (5-Ayes; 0-Nay; 1-Recuse) 4. Ordinance No. 2014-06-061: An Ordinance Amending Urbana City Code Chapter 3, Section 3-43 (Increasing number of Class R-2 liquor licenses for The Dancing Dog Eatery & Juicery, LLC, 126 W. Main Street) Mayor Prussing presented Ordinance No. 2014-06-061 for approval. After presentation Alderman Roberts made a motion to approve Ordinance No. 2014-06-061. Alderwoman Marlin seconded. Motion carried by roll call. Carol Ammons - Aye Michael P. Madigan – Recuse Bill Brown – Aye Diane Marlin - Aye Eric Jakobsson - Aye Dennis Roberts – Aye Action: Ordinance No. 2014-06-061 was approved by roll call vote (5-Ayes; 0-Nay; 1-Recuse) 5. Ordinance No. 2014-06-062: An Ordinance Approving the Annual Budget (FY 2014-2015) Rich Hentschel, City Comptroller presented Ordinance No. 2014-06- 062 for approval. Alderman Roberts made a motion to approve Ordinance No. 2014-06- 062 as modified. Alderman Jakobsson seconded. After discussion Alderman Brown made a motion to reduce social service funding by $50,000.00. Alderman Roberts seconded. Motion carried by voice vote. Mayor Prussing relinquishes chair to Alderwoman Ammons from 7:49- 7:50pm to join discussion. Urbana City Council Minutes: June 16, 2014 Page 6 of 10 After further consideration Alderman Roberts made a friendly amendment to the amendment to reserve $ 50,000.00 into a reserve account unspecified at this time and use it potentially to help relocate families in need at the Barnes Mobile Home Park if needed. Alderwoman Marlin seconded. Motion carried by voice vote. Alderman Brown made a friendly amendment to the friendly amendment to add $50,000.00 to the Emergency Relocation Fund instead of restricted to Barnes Mobile Home Park. Alderman Roberts seconded. Motion carried by voice vote. After final agreements on amendments Ordinance No. 2014-06-062 was approve by roll call. Vote was as follows: Carol Ammons - Aye Michael P. Madigan – Nay Bill Brown – Aye Diane Marlin - Aye Eric Jakobsson - Aye Dennis Roberts – Aye Mayor Prussing - Aye Action: Ordinance No. 2014-06-062 was approved by roll call vote (6-Ayes; 1-Nay) 6. Resolution No. 2014-06-035R: Resolution to Accept the Comprehensive Annual Financial Report and Single Audit Report of The City Of Urbana For The Fiscal Year Ending June 30, 2013 Rich Hentschel, City Comptroller presented Resolution No. 2014- 06-035R for approval. Alderman Roberts made a motion to approve Resolution No. 2014-06- 035R. Alderman Jakobsson seconded. Motion carried by voice vote. Action: Resolution No. 2014-06-035R was approved by voice vote. 7. Mayoral Re-Appointments to Boards and Commissions a. Bicycle & Pedestrian Advisory Commission – term to expire June 30, 2017. 1. Nadine Schmitz - Appointed 6/20/11 2. Cynthia Hoyle - Appointed 10/1/12 b. Building Safety Code Board of Appeals – term to expire June 30, 2019. 1. Scott Kunkel - Appointed 11/6/09 c. Civil Service Commission – term to expire June 30, 2017. 1. Tom Betz - Appointed 9/3/13 d. Community Development Commission – term to expire June 30, 2017. Urbana City Council Minutes: June 16, 2014 Page 7 of 10 1. Lisa Searing - Appointed 4/15/13 e. Design Review Board - term to expire June 30, 2017. 1. Dannie Otto - Appointed 12/5/11 2. Janice Bengston – Appointed 07/14/08 f. MOR Development Review Board – term to expire June 30, 2017. 1. Dannie Otto - Appointed 12/5/11 g. Free Library Board – term to expire June 30, 2017. 1. Mark Netter - Appointed 9/17/12 2. Chris Scherer - Appointed 7/6/99 3. Jane Williams - Appointed 7/1/80 h. Historic Preservation Commission – term to expire June 30, 2017. 1. Trent Shepard - Appointed 1/11/99 2. David Seyler - Appointed 9/20/10 i. Human Relations Commission – term to expire June 30, 2017. 1. Frances Rigberg Baker - Appointed 5/5/08 j. Market at the Square Advisory Board – term to expire June 30, 2017. 1. Shea Belahi - Appointed 2/3/14 2. Kent Miles - Appointed 1/22/13 k. Plan Commission – term to expire June 30, 2017. 1. Dannie Otto - Appointed 5/18/09 l. Property Maintenance Code Board of Appeals – term to expire June 30, 2017. 1. David Seyler - Appointed 9/20/10 m. Sustainability Advisory Commission – term to expire June 30, 2017. 1. Bart Bartels - Appointed 2/18/14 2. Marya Ryan - Appointed 7/14/08 n. Tree Commission – term to expire June 30, 2017. Urbana City Council Minutes: June 16, 2014 Page 8 of 10 1. Carol Augspurger - Appointed 1/22/13 Mayor Prussing presented Re-Appointments to Boards and Commissions. After presentation Alderwoman Ammons made a motion to approve appointments as presented. Alderman Madigan seconded. Motion carried by voice vote. 8. Mayoral Appointments: a. GIS Policy Committee - Sanford Hess (replacing Bill Gray), effective June 17, 2014. b. UC2B – Charlie Smyth (replacing Carol Ammons), effective July 1, 2014. c. Community Development, Planning Manager – Michael Schwarz, effective June 23, 2014. Mayor Prussing presented Mayoral Appointments. After presentation alderwoman Ammons made a motion to approve Mayoral Appointments as presented. Alderman Roberts seconded. Motion carried by voice vote. 9. Mayoral Annual Staff Appointments: Appointments to be approved for FY 2014-2015 with initial date of appointment 1. Executive Department a. Michael R. Monson Chief of Staff - 8/09 b. Vacellia P. Clark Human Resources Manager - 2/94 c. Todd E. Rent Human Relations Officer - 3/07 d. James L. Simon City Attorney - 11/12 e. Sanford Hess Information Technology Manager 12/13 2. Community Development Services Department a. Elizabeth Tyler City Planner/Director of Community Development - 12/01 b. Michael Schwarz Planning Manager - 6/14 c. John Schneider Building Safety Manager - 9/05 d. Kelly Mierkowski Grants Manager - 8/11 e. Vacant Economic Development Manager 3. Finance Department a. Richard Hentschel Comptroller - 12/13 Urbana City Council Minutes: June 16, 2014 Page 9 of 10 b. Elizabeth Beaty Administrative Service Manager - 9/10 c. Matthew Dillon Deputy Comptroller - 12/13 4. Fire Department a. Brian Nightlinger Fire Chief - 12/13 b. Russell Chism Division Chief - 10/07 c. Chad Hensch Division Chief - 8/11 d. Kyle Hensch Division Chief - 7/13 e. Phillip Edwards Fire Marshall - 7/10 5. Police Department a. Patrick Connolly Police Chief - 9/10 b. Sylvia Morgan Deputy Chief - 3/12 c. Robert Fitzgerald Police Lieutenant - 10/10 d. Richard Surles Police Lieutenant - 10/10 6. Public Works a. William Gray Director of Public Works and City Engineer - 10/92 b. Brad Bennett Assistant City Engineer - 12/13 c. Craig Shonkwiler Assistant City Engineer - 12/13 d. John Collins Operations Manager - 12/11 e. Larry Fredrick Fleet Manager - 1/89 d. Mike Brunk City Arborist - 7/92 e. Scott Tess Environmental Manager - 8/12 d. Bruce Cubberley Arbor Division Manager - 7/12 Mayor Prussing presented Mayoral Annual Staff Appointments. After presentation Alderwoman Ammons made a motion to approve Mayoral Annual Staff Appointments as presented. Alderman Roberts seconded. Motion carried by voice vote. Urbana City Council Minutes: June 16, 2014 Page 10 of 10 J. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business to come before the City Council, Mayor Prussing declared the meeting adjourned at 8:12 p.m. ______________________ Wendy M. Hundley Recording Secretary _____________________________ Phyllis D. Clark City Clerk *This meeting was taped. **This meeting was broadcast on cable television. Minutes Approved: July 07, 2014