Aledo public meetings in 2021

Personnel Committee

The committee will review the minutes from the December 06, 2021, meeting and hold a closed session regarding personnel matters. No new business or old business items are listed on the agenda.

• Approval of December 06, 2021, minutes
• Closed session regarding personnel

The Personnel Committee met on December 20, 2021, and approved the minutes from its December 6 meeting by a 4-0 vote. The committee then voted unanimously to enter a closed session to discuss personnel matters under the Open Meetings Act, reconvening in open session at 6:18 P.M. and adjourning at 6:19 P.M. No substantive decisions were made beyond these procedural actions.

• Approved December 6, 2021 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Adjourned to closed session for personnel discussion (4-0)

Aledo City Council

The Aledo City Council approved an ordinance creating an open enrollment period for the Water and Sewer Lateral Repair Program, waiving the $25 application fee and camera inspection for two-year commitments. The council also rezoned 205 N College Avenue from R-2 to R-3 Residential, approved an amendment to the redevelopment agreement with Rock Island Economic Growth Corporation, and accepted the resignation of police officer Scott Waldrup. All votes were unanimous except for one abstention on the rezoning and redevelopment agreement items.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 26 approving open enrollment in water/sewer lateral repair program (8-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 27 rezoning 205 N College Ave from R-2 to R-3 Residential (7-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved amendment to redevelopment agreement with Rock Island Economic Growth Corp (7-0, 1 abstention)
• Accepted resignation of police officer Scott Waldrup effective Dec 27, 2021 (8-0)
• Approved CivicEngage Platinum hosting and security services for $14,172.14 (8-0)
• Approved consent agenda including hiring of four Public Works employees (8-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 43R with IUOE Local 150 for administrative staff (8-0)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Aledo Zoning Board of Appeals will meet to consider a rezoning request for 205 N College Avenue, changing the zoning from R-2 to R-3. The meeting includes a public hearing on the matter, along with approval of previous meeting minutes.

• Public hearing for ZBA 2021-04: rezoning 205 N College Avenue from R-2 to R-3
• Approval of minutes from July 15, 2021 meeting

The Zoning Board of Appeals approved a rezoning request for 205 N College Avenue from R-2 to R-3, allowing the former Northside Middle School to be converted into 30 multifamily rental units. The approval was unanimous (6-0) and will be sent to the Aledo City Council for final approval. The board also approved the minutes from the July 15, 2021 meeting.

• Approved rezoning of 205 N College Avenue from R-2 to R-3 (6-0)
• Approved ZBA minutes of 07/15/2021 (unanimous voice vote)
• Closed public hearing for Case No. 2021-04 (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved finding of fact for Case No. 2021-04 (6-0)
• Sent Case No. 2021-04 to Aledo City Council for final approval (6-0)

Personnel Committee

The Aledo Personnel Committee is meeting to approve minutes from August 9, 2021, take public comment, and discuss old and new business. The agenda includes a closed session under the Open Meetings Act for personnel matters, followed by adjournment. No specific decisions or proposals are listed beyond the routine items.

• Approval of minutes from August 09, 2021
• Public comment limited to 5 minutes per speaker
• Closed session under Personnel Section 2(c)(1) Open Meetings Act
• Meeting at Aledo City Hall, 120 N College Avenue, 5:45 p.m.

The Personnel Committee approved the minutes from its August 9, 2021 meeting and then voted to enter a closed session to discuss personnel matters under the Open Meetings Act. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting was procedural and brief.

• Approved August 9, 2021 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Approved motion to enter closed session for personnel discussion (3-0)

Aledo City Council

The Aledo City Council approved an amended resolution awarding the Public Works Exterior Renovation Project to Bruce Builders for a total cost not to exceed $945,000. The amendment removed the requirement that the project be paid solely from the TIF Fund. The council also approved several other items, including the FY2022 budget, a grant application, and a new utility billing clerk.

• Approved the consent agenda, including the FY2022 budget of $11,864,879 and a tax levy of $469,269.
• Approved Resolution 38R, accepting the irrevocable offer of dedication for Buttonwood Trails streets.
• Approved Resolution 39R, adopting the Five-Year Capital Improvement Program.
• Approved Resolution 40R, authorizing participation in the Rebuild Downtown & Main Streets Capital Grant Program seeking up to $3,000,000.
• Approved amended Resolution 41R, awarding the Public Works Exterior Renovation contract to Bruce Builders for $945,000.
• Approved Resolution 42R, a proposal by Klingner & Associates for construction administration and testing for $23,500.
• Rejected all bids for the City Hall Phase II & Phase III project.
• Approved the appointment of Kayde Gerber as Utility Billing Clerk, effective December 20, 2021.

Tax Increment Financing Committee

The committee will discuss a TIF application for property at 112 S College Avenue and receive updates on the Aledo Main Street Economic Development Agreement. The meeting also includes discussions regarding renovation bids for City Hall and the Public Works Building.

• TIF Downtown Revitalization Application by Ty Cutkomp (112 S College Avenue)
• Bids for City Hall Phase II & III Renovation
• Public Works Building Renovation bids
• Status update on Aledo Main Street Economic Development Agreement

The Joint TIF & Public Property Committee voted to reject all bids for the City Hall Phase II/III and Public Works Building renovation projects, moving the decision to the full City Council. The committee also approved a $79,974.89 TIF grant for the restoration of 112 S College Avenue, despite the program's $50,000 cap, and forwarded it to the City Council. Additionally, the committee discussed a proposed $50,000 annual funding increase for Aledo Main Street but requested more information before making a recommendation.

• Rejected all bids for City Hall and Public Works Building renovations (3-0, with one no vote) and sent the matter to the City Council.
• Approved a $79,974.89 TIF grant to Ty Cutkomp for the restoration of 112 S College Avenue, to be phased and sent to the City Council (4-0).
• Approved the minutes of the October 25, 2021, Joint TIF/Property Committee meeting unanimously.
• Discussed but did not decide on a proposed $50,000 annual funding increase for Aledo Main Street; requested more information.
• Discussed the status of the former Casey's store and the former gun report building; no formal action taken.

Aledo City Council

The City Council will conduct a public hearing regarding the estimated Fiscal Year 2022 budget and tax levy. The meeting also includes first readings for ordinances related to the Aledo Central TIF District and the municipal budget.

• Public hearing for Estimated F/Y 2022 Budget & Tax Levy
• Second reading of Ordinance No. 21 regarding a redevelopment agreement and property sale to Windborn Group, LLC
• First reading of Ordinance No. 22 regarding the Aledo Central TIF District redevelopment project
• Resolution No. 35R for trade-in and purchase of three police squad vehicles for $113,414.00
• Resolution No. 36R for outfitting three police squad vehicles for $17,866.00

The Aledo City Council approved the purchase of three police squad vehicles from Miles Chevrolet for $113,414, including trade-ins, and separately approved $17,866 for outfitting them with lights and sirens. The council also approved a $13,750 engineering services agreement with HDR Engineering for a state grant application. Three ordinances (TIF district completion, FY2022 budget, and tax levy) were introduced for first reading, with second readings scheduled for December 6, 2021. The consent agenda, including the sale of property to Windborn Group, LLC for $5,550, was approved unanimously.

• Approved Resolution 35R: purchase of three police squad vehicles for $113,414 (8-0)
• Approved Resolution 36R: outfitting of three police squad vehicles for $17,866 (8-0)
• Approved Resolution 37R: engineering services agreement with HDR Engineering for $13,750 (8-0)
• Approved consent agenda including sale of property at 101-103 N College Ave to Windborn Group, LLC for $5,550 (8-0)
• Introduced Ordinance 22 (first reading): extending Aledo Central TIF District completion to Dec 31, 2022
• Introduced Ordinance 23 (first reading): adopting FY2022 municipal budget of $11,864,879
• Introduced Ordinance 24 (first reading): levying $464,269 in taxes for FY2022, a 3.1% increase
• Discussed 2022 fireworks display; no final agreement yet

Water, Sewer, and Storm Drain Committee

The Water, Sewer, and Storm Drain Committee is meeting to approve minutes from a prior session and discuss new business. The main item is a discussion and review of the Water Lateral Repair Program and Sewer Lateral Repair Program, as established under Ordinance No. 03, Series 2013. Public comment is also scheduled.

• Approval of minutes from 02/04/20
• Discussion of Water Lateral Repair Program
• Discussion of Sewer Lateral Repair Program
• Public comment period (5-minute limit per speaker)

The Water, Sewer & Storm Drain Committee reviewed the five-year-old lateral repair program and agreed to reopen enrollment starting January 1, 2022, waiving the $25 application fee and requiring new enrollees to stay in the program for at least two years, with no claims allowed in the first 60 days. The committee directed staff to work with the City Attorney to update program agreements and forward the proposal to the City Council for final approval. No formal vote was taken; the decision was by consensus.

• Approved committee minutes of 02/04/20 (unanimous)
• Consensus to reopen lateral repair program enrollment effective Jan. 1, 2022
• Consensus to waive $25 application fee for new enrollees
• Consensus to require new enrollees to stay in program for minimum two years
• Consensus to impose 60-day no-claims period for new enrollees
• Directed staff to work with City Attorney to update program agreements and send to City Council

Aledo City Council

The Aledo City Council will hold its regular meeting, preceded by a Committee of the Whole. The main agenda includes several action items: a first reading of an ordinance approving a redevelopment agreement and property sale to Windborn Group, LLC, and resolutions approving a $50,000 downtown revitalization loan, a $17,695 water meter replacement, $16,600 water main work, and a $13,500 fence installation. The consent agenda includes second readings of ordinances on park closing times and neighborhood vehicle permits, plus routine approvals.

• Ordinance No. 21: Redevelopment agreement and property sale to Windborn Group, LLC (first reading)
• Resolution 31R: $50,000 Downtown Revitalization loan to Perryton, LLC / William J. Albertson
• Resolution 32R: $17,695.00 for High Service Flow Meter replacement
• Resolution 33R: $16,600.00 for water main and hydrant work on N.W. 2nd and S.E. 2nd Avenue
• Resolution 34R: $13,500.00 for fence installation at South Lagoon

The Aledo City Council approved a $50,000 Downtown Revitalization Program loan for Perryton, LLC to renovate the building at 114 E. Main Street, and approved several other resolutions including a $17,695 flow meter replacement, $16,600 water main work, and $13,500 fence installation. The council also gave first reading to an ordinance selling the Button Building to Windborn Group, LLC for $5,550, with a required $200,000 investment. No substantive decisions were made on other matters; several items were discussed or tabled.

• Approved $50,000 loan for Perryton, LLC building at 114 E. Main St (7-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved $17,695 flow meter replacement by Britton Electronics (8-0)
• Approved $16,600 water main/hydrant work by Laverdiere Construction (8-0)
• Approved $13,500 fence installation at South Lagoon by Lovewell Fence (8-0)
• Approved consent agenda including park closing time and golf cart ordinance amendments (8-0)
• Approved resignation of Street Maintenance Worker Kevin Dixon (8-0)
• Gave first reading to Button Building sale to Windborn Group, LLC for $5,550
• Tabled YMCA additional TIF funding request of $26,092.70

Tax Increment Financing Committee

The committee will review a proposed TIF study area boundary map and discuss several new business items. Discussions include a grant application for 114 E Main Street and a request for additional TIF funds from the Mercer County Family Y.M.C.A.

• Review of Proposed TIF Study Area Boundary Map
• RFP discussion for property at 101 – 105 N College Avenue
• Downtown Revitalization Grant Application for 114 E Main Street
• Request for additional TIF Funds by Mercer County Family Y.M.C.A.
• City of Aledo & Aledo Main Street Economic Development Agreement

The committee unanimously approved forwarding the sale of the City-owned Button Building to Windborn Group, LLC for $5,500, and also approved a $50,000 Downtown Revitalization grant for Perryton, LLC. A request for additional TIF funds from the YMCA was tabled until January 2022. The committee also discussed a proposed TIF boundary map and a potential economic development agreement with Aledo Main Street, but took no action on those items.

• Approved forwarding Windborn Group, LLC proposal to purchase Button Building for $5,500 (unanimous)
• Approved $50,000 Downtown Revitalization grant for Perryton, LLC at 114 E Main Street (unanimous)
• Tabled YMCA additional TIF funds request until January 2022 (3-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved minutes of prior TIF and Public Property committee meetings (unanimous)

Aledo City Council

The City Council will review several ordinances regarding public park closing times and permits for neighborhood vehicles and golf carts. The agenda also includes a request for proposals for the Button Building and approval of a street closure for the Veteran's Day Parade.

• First reading of Ordinance No. 19 regarding public park closing times
• First reading of Ordinance No. 20 regarding neighborhood vehicle and golf cart permits
• Approval of street closure request for Veteran’s Day Parade on November 11, 2021
• Resolution No. 29R approving STS Service Agreement with ANR Pipeline Company
• Request for Proposal for the Button Building at 101-105 N College Avenue

The Aledo City Council approved an amendment to the Downtown Revitalization Program loan agreement for 110 S. College Avenue, allowing the developer to use loan funds for Phase I and defer Phases II and III, with the loan amount increased to $150,000. The council also approved the consent agenda, which included a special event permit for the Veterans Day Parade and a park ban notice. Two ordinances were introduced for first reading: one to change park closing times from 10 p.m. to dusk, and another to update golf cart and neighborhood vehicle permit rules.

• Approved Resolution 30R amending loan agreement for 110 S. College Ave (8-0)
• Approved consent agenda including Veterans Day Parade street closure (8-0)
• Introduced Ordinance 19 to change park closing time to dusk (first reading)
• Introduced Ordinance 20 to amend golf cart/neighborhood vehicle permits (first reading)

Cemetery and Cable TV Committee

The Cemetery and Cable TV Committee is meeting to approve minutes from 2017 and discuss a single new business item: flat grave markers in the 7th Addition of the Aledo Cemetery. Public comment is limited to five minutes per speaker. The meeting is held in person with a mask requirement due to COVID-19.

• Approval of minutes from November 6, 2017
• Discussion of flat grave markers in the 7th Addition of the Aledo Cemetery
• Public comment period with 5-minute speaker limit
• Mask required for public attendance due to COVID-19

The Cemetery & Cable TV Committee discussed altering the flat grave marker requirement in the 7th Addition of Aledo Cemetery. They considered allowing stand-up stones with apron foundations west of SE 6th Avenue and any option east of it. No formal decision was made; the City Attorney will draft a policy for City Council review.

• Approved meeting minutes of 11/06/17 (unanimous)
• Discussed changing flat grave marker requirement in 7th Addition
• No formal action taken; policy to be drafted by City Attorney

Ordinance Committee

The committee will receive status updates on the Dancer’s Creek liquor license and golf cart amendments. Members will also discuss regulations regarding park rules, public area hours of operation, and departmental staffing impacts.

• Status update on Dancer’s Creek Liquor License Classification
• Status update on Amendment to Chapter 10: Golf Carts & Neighborhood Vehicles
• Discussion regarding Chapter 3: Park Rules & Regulations
• Discussion regarding Chapter 11: Public Area Regulations (Hours of Operation)
• Discussion of departmental staffing issues

The Ordinance & Police Committee discussed but did not finalize several items. It reviewed a draft ordinance amending golf cart and neighborhood vehicle rules, suggesting Aledo continue selling permits and eliminating inspection and proof of insurance requirements. It also discussed creating an ordinance to ban park offenders, with proposed bans of 3 months, 6 months, and 1 year for first, second, and third offenses, to be drafted by the City Attorney and forwarded to the City Council. No final votes were taken on these items; the committee only approved the minutes of the previous meeting.

• Approved the Ordinance & Police Committee minutes of 08/09/21 as presented.
• Discussed Dancer's Creek liquor license; Mayor requested a 30-day notice to apply for a new permit or license will be pulled.
• Reviewed draft ordinance for golf carts/neighborhood vehicles; suggested Aledo continue selling permits and eliminate inspection and proof of insurance requirements.
• Discussed squad vehicle purchases; Chief to contact dealerships and report back.
• Discussed junk vehicle removal; Chief and DPW to research options and report back.
• Discussed park hours discrepancy and proposed no-loitering signage; committee set proposed ban lengths for park offenders.
• Discussed police staffing; committee encouraged continued advertising.

Aledo City Council

The Aledo City Council is meeting to act on several routine and action items, including approving minutes, an invoice listing, and a service agreement extension. Action items include resolutions to fund a Safe Routes to School grant application and award a contract for sanitary sewer replacement on SE 8th Avenue, plus motions to purchase two radar traffic display signs and install a fire hydrant. The mayor will also proclaim Halloween trick-or-treat hours.

• Resolution 27R: Approving funding for Safe Routes to School grant application
• Resolution 28R: Accepting bid and awarding contract for sanitary sewer replacement on SE 8th Avenue from SE 3rd to SE 2nd Street
• Motion to purchase two Stalker Radar Traffic Display Signs with Traffic Analyst for $6,598.00
• Motion to install fire hydrant at NW 9th Street and NW 5th Avenue for $5,900.00
• Proclamation of Halloween Trick or Treat Hours for October 31, 2021

The Aledo City Council approved a resolution to fund the Safe Routes to School grant application, pledging $112,843 as the local match for a sidewalk project. They also awarded a $123,706 contract to Brandt Construction Co. for sanitary sewer replacement on SE 8th Avenue. Additionally, the council approved the purchase of two radar traffic display signs and the installation of a fire hydrant.

• Approved Resolution 27R for Safe Routes to School grant application, with $112,843 local match (8-0)
• Awarded $123,706 sewer replacement contract to Brandt Construction Co. (8-0)
• Approved $6,476 purchase of two Stalker Radar Traffic Display Signs (8-0)
• Approved $5,900 installation of fire hydrant at NW 9th St & NW 5th Ave (8-0)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes, finance invoices, and gas service agreement extension (8-0)

Aledo City Council

The Aledo City Council is meeting to consider routine consent agenda items, including approval of minutes, invoices, and two ordinances. The main action item is a resolution approving a redevelopment agreement between the City and the Rock Island Economic Growth Corporation. The council will also hold a closed session, the purpose of which is not specified in the agenda.

• Resolution No. 26R approving a redevelopment agreement between the City of Aledo and Rock Island Economic Growth Corporation
• Ordinance No. 17 authorizing the sale of surplus property (second reading)
• Ordinance No. 18 pertaining to the Coronavirus Local Fiscal Recovery Fund (second reading)
• Approval of street closure for Trunk or Treat at Aledo United Methodist Church on October 31, 2021, 5-7 p.m.
• Approval of invoice listing AP17

The Aledo City Council approved Resolution No. 26R, a redevelopment agreement with Rock Island Economic Growth Corporation for the old Junior High School at 205 North College Avenue. The city will provide a TIF grant of up to $250,000 to reimburse the developer for converting the building into a multi-unit residential facility. The council also approved the consent agenda, including the sale of surplus property, a Coronavirus Local Fiscal Recovery Fund ordinance, and a street closure for Trunk or Treat. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved Resolution No. 26R: Redevelopment Agreement with Rock Island Economic Growth Corporation for $250,000 TIF grant (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes, finance invoice listing AP17, Ordinance 17 (surplus property sale), Ordinance 18 (Coronavirus Local Fiscal Recovery Fund), and Trunk or Treat street closure (6-0)
• Approved street closure for Trunk or Treat on October 31, 2021, 5-7 p.m., on NW 3rd Street between N. College Avenue and NW 2nd Avenue

Aledo City Council

The Aledo City Council will hold a regular meeting with a consent agenda covering routine approvals and several action items, including first readings of ordinances for surplus property sale and coronavirus fiscal recovery funds, and resolutions for a TIF services agreement and a public works storage building contract. The council will also consider rejecting bids for a natural gas replacement project and discuss new business.

• Resolution No. 24R: $20,000 agreement with Aledo Main Street for TIF redevelopment plan services
• Resolution No. 25R: $40,846 contract for public works storage building construction
• Ordinance No. 17: Authorizing sale of surplus property (first reading)
• Ordinance No. 18: Coronavirus Local Fiscal Recovery Fund (first reading)
• Consent agenda includes $5,500 engineering for NE 6th Ave sewer, $6,000 tires, $7,500 fencing, $14,700 cemetery sealcoating

The City Council approved a $20,000 agreement with Aledo Main Street for TIF redevelopment plan implementation, and awarded a $40,846 contract to Indian Bluff Supply for a public works storage building. All bids for the SW 3rd Avenue natural gas replacement project were rejected as over budget. Several other items were approved on the consent agenda, including cemetery transfers and a homecoming parade permit.

• Approved Resolution 24R: $20,000 agreement with Aledo Main Street for TIF redevelopment services.
• Approved Resolution 25R: $40,846 contract with Indian Bluff Supply for public works storage building.
• Rejected all bids for SW 3rd Avenue natural gas replacement project (bids were $435,735 and $258,990.51, over budget).
• Approved consent agenda including minutes, cemetery transfers, parade permit, engineering services, tire purchase, fencing, sealcoating, RFQ for signage, and RFP for Button Building sale.
• Approved invoice listing less the Gilmour Construction item (sidewalk issue under discussion).
• Held first reading of ordinance to sell surplus city vehicles and equipment.
• Held first reading of ordinance for Coronavirus Local Fiscal Recovery Fund acceptance.
• Discussed property at 1009 SW 4th Street (vehicle ordinance review) and water leak on North College Lane.

Aledo City Council

The Aledo City Council will review several personnel appointments and a professional services agreement for the 2022 TIF District. The agenda also includes a vote on purchasing computer equipment and software.

• Hiring of Christian Aldinger as a full-time Water/Wastewater Worker
• Hiring of Ellie Lower as a full-time Utility Worker
• Establishing a part-time Police Officer pay rate of $25.00 per hour
• Professional services agreement for Aledo TIF District administration with Jacob & Klein, Ltd. and the Economic Development Group, Ltd.
• Purchase of computer equipment and software for $11,815.79

The Aledo City Council unanimously approved several items, including repealing the city's dancing and entertainment permit ordinance, authorizing a $41,400 professional services agreement for a new TIF district, and approving the purchase of computer equipment and software for $11,815.79. The council also gave consensus to proceed with a $14,700 oil and seal project at the Aledo Cemetery, with formal approval to be ratified at the September 7 meeting.

• Repealed dancing/entertainment permit ordinance (8-0)
• Approved $41,400 TIF district professional services agreement (8-0)
• Approved $11,815.79 computer equipment and software purchase (8-0)
• Authorized police officer hiring/training expense reimbursement agreement (8-0)
• Approved consent agenda including part-time police pay at $25/hr (8-0)
• Consensus to proceed with $14,700 cemetery oil & seal project (formal approval pending)

Ordinance Committee

The Ordinance & Police Committee is meeting to discuss several city code and policy items. They will review a proposed change to the waste dumping prohibition ordinance, consider the liquor license classification for Dancer's Creek, discuss police officer retention, and talk about neighborhood vehicle permits. The meeting also includes approval of the April 26 minutes and a public comment period.

• Discussion of Title 7, Chapter 3, Section 1: Throwing and Dumping Waste Prohibited
• Discussion of Dancer's Creek Liquor License Classification
• Discussion of Police Officer Retention
• Discussion of Neighborhood Vehicle Permits
• Approval of minutes from 04/26/21

The Ordinance & Police Committee discussed amending the city code on waste dumping, heard from Millennium Waste about road stains and garbage, and agreed to have the company reach out to clients about closing dumpster lids. The committee also decided to send an ordinance eliminating the $100 dancing/entertainment fee to the city attorney, and discussed police officer retention, neighborhood vehicle permits, and a potential pathway to Walmart. No formal votes were taken on these items; the only vote was to approve the previous meeting minutes.

• Approved minutes of 04/26/21 meeting (unanimous)
• Sent ordinance to eliminate $100 dancing/entertainment fee to city attorney
• Agreed to have Millennium Waste contact clients about closing dumpster lids
• Referred police officer retention to Personnel Committee on 8/9
• Planned monthly social media posts on 2022 neighborhood vehicle permits
• Discussed future pathway to Walmart at Public Property, Streets & Sidewalks Committee

Personnel Committee

The Aledo Personnel Committee is meeting to discuss filling several city positions. The agenda lists discussions about hiring a full-time water/wastewater worker, a full-time gas worker, police officers, and filling the Cemetery Sexton and Utility Billing Clerk roles. No votes or decisions are listed on the agenda, only discussions.

• Discussion on hiring a full-time Water/WasteWater Worker in the Public Works Department
• Discussion on hiring a full-time Gas Worker in the Public Works Department
• Discussion related to the position of Cemetery Sexton in the Public Works Department
• Discussion on hiring full-time Aledo Police Officers
• Discussion related to the position of Utility Billing Clerk in the Administrative Department

The Personnel Committee discussed several hiring and retention issues. They reached consensus to recommend hiring CJ Aldinger as a full-time Water/Wastewater Worker, pending City Council approval. They also discussed hiring for a Gas Worker, a Utility Worker (with Ellie Lower as interim), and police officer recruitment strategies, but no formal votes were taken on these items.

• Consensus to recommend hiring CJ Aldinger as Water/Wastewater Worker (moved to City Council)
• Discussed hiring a full-time Gas Worker after resignation of Gavin King
• Discussed re-activating Utility Worker position and approving Ellie Lower as interim
• Discussed police officer recruitment strategies, including lateral hires and training cost repayment contracts
• Recommended increasing part-time officer pay rate and creating agreements for future new employees
• Discussed hiring a Utility Billing Clerk to replace retiring Rose Bodeen

Tax Increment Financing Committee

The committee will review the minutes from the July 8, 2021 meeting. Members will receive a status update on a Professional Services Agreement with Jacob & Klein, Ltd. and discuss the future of a Tax Increment Financing (TIF) District.

• Status update on Professional Services Agreement with Jacob & Klein, Ltd.
• Discussion on the future of a Tax Increment Financing (TIF) District

The TIF Committee voted unanimously to approve a professional services agreement with Jacob & Klein, Ltd. and Economic Development Group, Ltd. for $41,400 plus reimbursable costs to close out the current TIF district and establish a new one (Aledo TIF District – 2022). The item will be referred to the City Council for final approval. The committee also discussed the future of a new TIF district, including potential inclusion of residential developments and a possible housing assistance program, but no formal action was taken on those discussions.

• Approved professional services agreement with Jacob & Klein and Economic Development Group for $41,400 (unanimous)
• Referred the agreement to City Council for final approval

Aledo City Council

The Aledo City Council will hold a regular meeting on August 2, 2021, preceded by a Committee of the Whole at 6:15 p.m. The agenda includes a consent agenda with routine items: approval of minutes, invoice listing, a second reading of an annexation ordinance for property owned by Steve R. Kenney, acceptance of Officer Tyler Mattson's resignation, and hiring of Clifford Adam as a full-time police officer. The meeting also includes public comment, action items, old/new business, and a closed session.

• Annexation of property owned by Steve R. Kenney (Ordinance No. 15, Series of 2021, second reading)
• Resignation of Officer Tyler Mattson effective August 8, 2021
• Hiring of Clifford Adam as full-time police officer effective July 27, 2021
• Approval of minutes and invoice listing

The Aledo City Council approved the consent agenda, which included the annexation of property owned by Steve R. Kenney, the hiring of Clifford Adam as a full-time police officer, and the resignation of Officer Tyler Mattson. The vote was unanimous (8-0). No other substantive decisions were made; the rest of the meeting consisted of reports and discussions.

• Approved consent agenda including annexation of Kenney property (8-0)
• Approved hiring of Clifford Adam as full-time police officer (8-0)
• Approved resignation of Officer Tyler Mattson effective August 8, 2021 (8-0)
• Approved minutes of July 19, 2021 meeting (8-0)
• Approved finance invoice listing AP14 (8-0)

Aledo City Council

The Aledo City Council will review several action items, including a contract for an emergency water valve replacement and a bid for the North Lagoon Fencing Project. The agenda also includes a first reading of an annexation ordinance and a downtown revitalization loan agreement.

• Emergency replacement of faulty water valve contract: $16,250
• North Lagoon Fencing Project contract award: $82,500
• Downtown Revitalization Program Loan Agreement for Martin J. Herman and Sheila D. Herman: $17,516
• First reading of Ordinance No. 15 for the annexation of property owned by Steve R. Kenney
• Presentation by Bi-State Regional Commission

The Aledo City Council approved Resolution 19R for the emergency replacement of a faulty water valve, increasing the contract amount from $16,250 to $19,850. They also approved a $17,516 Downtown Revitalization loan for property repairs at 127 E. Main Street and awarded an $82,500 contract for the North Lagoon fencing project. The council held the first reading of an annexation ordinance for property at 604 SE 8th Avenue, with a second reading scheduled for August 2, 2021.

• Approved Resolution 19R for emergency water valve replacement at $19,850 (8-0).
• Approved Resolution 20R for a Downtown Revitalization loan to Martin and Sheila Herman for $17,516 (8-0).
• Approved Resolution 21R awarding the North Lagoon fencing contract to Lovewell Commercial Fence and Rail for $82,500 (8-0).
• Held first reading of Ordinance 15 for annexation of property at 604 SE 8th Avenue; second reading set for August 2, 2021.
• Approved consent agenda items (minutes and invoice listing) after initial motion failed due to one abstention; reconsidered and passed 8-0.
• Discussed county SXS sticker policy; directed staff to inform residents and review further in committee.
• Requested updates on Button Building painting and Farmer's Grain & Coal demolition; both pending contractor action.
• Noted sidewalk repairs at Mercer County Senior Center on hold pending contractor's workman's comp.

Tax Increment Financing Committee

The Aledo Tax Increment Financing Committee is meeting to discuss a potential agreement with Jacob & Klein, Ltd. regarding the sunset of the Aledo TIF District, and to review a TIF application from Martin J. and Sheila D. Herman for property at 127 E Main Street. The agenda includes approval of minutes from May 12, 2021, and public comment.

• Discussion of potential agreement with Jacob & Klein, Ltd. on TIF district sunset
• TIF application by Martin J. Herman and Sheila D. Herman for 127 E Main Street, Aledo, IL 61231
• Approval of minutes from 05/12/21

The TIF Committee approved a $17,516 funding request for building repairs at 127 E Main St, sending it to the City Council for final approval. The committee also discussed creating a new TIF District starting January 1, 2022, and agreed to continue development. No public comment was received.

• Approved the TIF funding request of $17,516 for 127 E Main St repairs, sending it to City Council
• Approved the minutes of the TIF Committee meeting held on 05/12/21
• Reached consensus to continue developing a new TIF District, including soliciting support from taxing bodies

Aledo City Council

The Aledo City Council is meeting to handle routine business, including approving prior meeting minutes, an invoice listing, and a cemetery plot transfer. The agenda also includes a liquor commissioner's report and a closed session discussion, with no major policy decisions listed.

• Cemetery transfer of Grave Spaces 3 and 4, Lot 183D, Third Addition, Aledo Cemetery, from Dean Epperly to Daryl Epperly
• Approval of minutes from the June 21, 2021 regular meeting
• Approval of finance invoice listing
• Liquor Commissioner's Report dated July 1, 2021
• Closed session discussion (topic not specified)

The Aledo City Council approved the consent agenda, which included the minutes of the June 21, 2021 meeting, the invoice listing AP12, and the transfer of two grave spaces in the Aledo Cemetery from Dean Epperly to Daryl Epperly. No action was taken on any other action items. The council also gave a consensus to proceed with an emergency repair of a faulty valve on a 12-inch water main along SE 12th Street, with a cost estimate of $16,000, and formal action will be taken at the July 19 meeting.

• Approved the consent agenda, including the minutes of the June 21, 2021 meeting, the invoice listing AP12, and the cemetery transfer of grave spaces 3 and 4, Lot 183D, from Dean Epperly to Daryl Epperly.
• Gave consensus to proceed with the emergency repair of a faulty valve on a 12-inch water main along SE 12th Street, with a cost estimate of $16,000, with formal action to be taken at the July 19 meeting.

Aledo City Council

The Aledo City Council is meeting to handle routine business, including approving minutes and an invoice listing, and to give a second reading to an ordinance establishing a yield sign at a specific intersection. The agenda also includes public comment and a possible closed session, but no major policy decisions are listed.

• Second reading of Ordinance No. 14, Series of 2021, designating a yield sign at S.E. 8th Street & S.E. 22nd Avenue
• Approval of minutes from the June 7, 2021 regular meeting
• Approval of finance invoice listing
• Public comment period (5-minute limit per speaker)
• Closed session discussion (topic not specified)

The Aledo City Council approved the consent agenda, including minutes, an invoice listing, and a yield sign ordinance at SE 8th Street and SE 22nd Avenue. No other action items were taken. The meeting was brief, with discussions on the Button Building storefront, a potential four-way stop, and property cleanup.

• Approved minutes of June 7, 2021 meeting (5-0)
• Approved Finance Invoice Listing AP11 (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 14, Series of 2021, establishing a yield sign at SE 8th Street and SE 22nd Avenue (5-0)

Aledo City Council

The Aledo City Council will hear the FY2020 financial audit report and consider several routine consent agenda items, including a computer equipment purchase and a resolution on the Civic Center Authority Board. They will also hold a first reading of an ordinance to install a yield sign at a specific intersection. The meeting includes a closed session, but the agenda does not specify the topic.

• FY2020 Financial Audit Report presentation
• Purchase of computer equipment and software for $8,870.37
• Ordinance No. 13 approving withdrawal of Creal Springs and Tamms from Interstate Municipal Gas Agency (second reading)
• Ordinance No. 14 designating a yield sign at S.E. 8th Street & S.E. 22nd Avenue (first reading)
• Resolution No. 18R approving Aledo Civic Center Authority Board appointments

The Aledo City Council approved the consent agenda, which included minutes, an invoice listing, a computer equipment purchase, a resignation, and two resolutions. The council also held a first reading of an ordinance to establish a yield sign at SE 8th Street and SE 22nd Avenue, with a second reading scheduled for June 21. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included reports and discussions on the FY2020 audit, public works, police, and other administrative matters.

• Approved consent agenda including minutes, invoice listing, computer purchase, resignation, and two resolutions (8-0)
• Held first reading of ordinance to establish yield sign at SE 8th Street and SE 22nd Avenue
• Scheduled second reading of yield sign ordinance for June 21, 2021

Public Property, Streets, & Sidewalk Committee

The Public Property, Streets, & Sidewalk Committee is meeting to discuss accepting a dedication of public infrastructure and right-of-way for the 400 blocks of SE 10th and SE 11th Avenues, and to discuss exterior repairs to the Button Building at 101-103 N. College Avenue. The agenda also includes approval of the previous meeting's minutes and public comment.

• Discussion on accepting dedication of public infrastructure and right-of-way for 400 Block of SE 10th Avenue
• Discussion on accepting dedication of public infrastructure and right-of-way for 400 Block of SE 11th Avenue
• Discussion on exterior repairs to the Button Building, 101-103 N. College Avenue
• Approval of minutes from 04/26/21

The committee voted 4-0 to approve accepting the dedication of public infrastructure and right-of-way for the 400 blocks of SE 10th and 11th Avenues, moving it to the full City Council for final approval. The streets were previously private, limiting city traffic enforcement and police jurisdiction. The committee also discussed exterior repairs to the Button Building and the potential sale of three vacant city-owned properties, but took no formal action on those items.

• Approved dedication of public infrastructure and right-of-way for 400 block of SE 10th & 11th Avenues (4-0)
• Approved minutes of April 26, 2021 committee meeting (unanimous voice vote)
• Directed staff to obtain quotes for painting the Button Building storefront
• Noted mayor's request to advertise sale of three vacant city-owned properties

Aledo City Council

The Aledo City Council will consider a consent agenda with routine items including special event permits, a tree maintenance bid, a sidewalk replacement proposal, and several resolutions. They will also hold a first reading of an ordinance to withdraw two Illinois cities from the Interstate Municipal Gas Agency and vote on a consultant agreement. The meeting includes public comment and a closed session.

• Approval of 2021 Spring Tree Maintenance Program bid to Shaw Stump Removal for $4,012.00
• Approval of Sidewalk Replacement Program proposal by Gilmore Construction for $9,425.00
• Resolution No. 13R: Meter reading equipment and software for $32,300
• Resolution No. 14R and 15R: Downtown Revitalization Program loan agreements for Perryton, LLC and LAN, Ltd.
• Ordinance No. 13, Series of 2021: Withdrawal of Creal Springs and Tamms from Interstate Municipal Gas Agency (first reading)

The Aledo City Council approved multiple items, including two $50,000 Downtown Revitalization Program loans for properties at 129 and 106 S College Avenue, a $35,159.50 redevelopment loan for 204 SE 6th Avenue, a $39,000 marketing contract with Haven Creative, and a $32,300 meter reading equipment purchase. All votes were unanimous (8-0), except for the redevelopment loan which had one abstention. The council also approved a $4,012 tree maintenance bid, a $9,425 sidewalk replacement proposal, and an employment contract for the Public Works Director.

• Approved $4,012 tree maintenance bid to Shaw Stump Removal (8-0)
• Approved IDOT Signal Master Agreement for 2021-2031 (8-0)
• Approved employment contract for Public Works Director Justin Blaser at $59,150/year (8-0)
• Approved $9,425 sidewalk replacement proposal by Gilmore Construction (8-0)
• Approved $32,300 meter reading equipment purchase from Midwest Meter (8-0)
• Approved $50,000 Downtown Revitalization loan for Perryton LLC / William J. Albertson (8-0)
• Approved $50,000 Downtown Revitalization loan for LAN Ltd. / Timothy J. Arbet / Christopher F. Lear (8-0)
• Approved $35,159.50 redevelopment loan for Jason Doherty (7-0, 1 abstention)

Tax Increment Financing Committee

The Aledo Tax Increment Financing Committee is meeting to discuss three TIF applications for properties on College Avenue and 6th Avenue, as well as a public relations/marketing contract and a potential agreement related to the sunset of the TIF district. The meeting includes approval of minutes and public comment.

• TIF application by Perryton, LLC / William J. Albertson for 129 S College Avenue
• TIF application by LAN, LTD / Timothy Arbert / Christopher Lear for 106 S College Avenue
• TIF application by Jason Doherty / Doherty Brothers for 204 SE 6th Avenue
• Discussion on PR/Marketing contract with Haven Creative
• Potential agreement with Jacob & Klein, Ltd. regarding TIF district sunset

The TIF Committee approved three TIF applications and a marketing contract, all to be forwarded to the City Council for final approval. The Perryton LLC application for $50,000 to renovate the former Cooper TV Building was approved unanimously. The LAN, LTD application for $50,000 for interior renovation at 106 S College Ave was also approved unanimously. The Doherty Brothers application for $35,159.50 for renovation at 204 SE 6th Ave was approved unanimously. A $39,000 public relations/marketing contract with Haven Creative was approved unanimously. The committee also gave consensus to move forward with Jacob & Klein for TIF district sunset paperwork.

• Approved $50,000 TIF application for Perryton LLC at 129 S College Ave (4-0)
• Approved $50,000 TIF application for LAN, LTD at 106 S College Ave (4-0)
• Approved $35,159.50 TIF application for Doherty Brothers at 204 SE 6th Ave (4-0)
• Approved $39,000 Haven Creative PR/Marketing contract (4-0)
• Consensus to move forward with Jacob & Klein for TIF sunset paperwork

Aledo City Council

The Aledo City Council will hold its regular meeting on May 3, 2021, with a Committee of the Whole at 6:15 p.m. and the council meeting at 6:30 p.m. The council will take action on several items, including the second reading of an ordinance to acquire property from Farmers Grain & Coal Company, first readings of ordinances on council approval procedures, depositories, and annexation of city-owned property, and motions to approve special events and accept a police officer's resignation. The agenda also includes public comment, committee reports, and a closed session.

• Ordinance No. 09, Series of 2021: Approving acquisition of property from Farmers Grain & Coal Company of Aledo (second reading)
• Ordinance No. 10, Series of 2021: Amending City Code on approval of matters at council meetings (first reading)
• Ordinance No. 11, Series of 2021: Designating depositories for city funds (first reading)
• Ordinance No. 12, Series of 2021: Annexation of property owned by the City of Aledo (first reading)
• Motions to approve special events: Memorial Day Parade (May 31), Traveling Vietnam Memorial Wall (June 2-7), and Aledo Rhubarb Festival (June 4-5) with street closure

The Aledo City Council approved the acquisition of property at 110 SE 3rd Avenue from Farmer's Grain & Coal for $41,450, with the city covering half of demolition costs exceeding $82,900 up to a total purchase price of $50,000. The council also adopted ordinances to amend the consent agenda process, designate depositories for city funds, and annex city-owned property south of 604 SE 8th Avenue. Additionally, the council approved $500 in sponsorship for Memorial Day flags at Aledo Cemetery, accepted Officer Andrew Christie's resignation, and approved special events including the Memorial Day Parade and Traveling Vietnam Memorial Wall.

• Approved acquisition of property from Farmer's Grain & Coal for $41,450 (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 10 amending consent agenda procedures (8-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 11 designating depositories for city funds (8-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 12 annexing city-owned property south of 604 SE 8th Avenue (8-0)
• Approved $500 city sponsorship for Memorial Day flags at Aledo Cemetery
• Approved resignation of Police Officer Andrew Christie effective May 7, 2021 (8-0)
• Approved special events: Memorial Day Parade and Traveling Vietnam Memorial Wall (8-0)
• Approved 2021-2023 City Council committees and boards (8-0)

Public Property, Streets, & Sidewalk Committee

The Public Property, Streets, & Sidewalk Committee will discuss ordinances for two property annexations. The committee will also discuss a property located at NE 10th Street, Sponsler’s Manor.

• Ordinance for annexation of City-owned property adjacent to Aledo Cemetery
• Ordinance for annexation of property owned by Steve Kenney at 604 SE 8th Avenue
• Discussion regarding property at NE 10th Street, Sponsler’s Manor

The Public Property, Streets & Sidewalks Committee voted unanimously to forward two annexation ordinances to the full City Council for final approval: one for 7.43 acres of city-owned property adjacent to Aledo Cemetery, and one for the property at 604 SE 8th Avenue owned by Steve Kenney. The committee also tabled a discussion about selling six lots in Sponslor's Manor until the requestor can attend a future meeting, and discussed possibly vacating a shared roadway at 1402 SE 2nd Avenue.

• Approved motion to forward annexation of city-owned 7.43 acres adjacent to Aledo Cemetery to full Council (3-0)
• Approved motion to forward annexation of 604 SE 8th Avenue (Steve Kenney property) to full Council (3-0)
• Tabled discussion on sale of six lots in Sponslor's Manor until requestor attends future meeting (3-0)
• Approved minutes of February 8, 2021 committee meeting (unanimous voice vote)

Ordinance Committee

The Ordinance & Police Committee will discuss two proposed code amendments: one on how matters are approved at council meetings and another on prohibited waste dumping. Public comment is limited to five minutes per speaker. The meeting is otherwise routine.

• Discussion of amending Title 1, Chapter 5, Section 10 on approval of matters at council meetings
• Discussion of Title 7, Chapter 3, Section 1 on throwing and dumping waste prohibition

The Ordinance & Police Committee approved a draft ordinance to add a Consent Agenda to City Council procedures, moving it to the City Council for final approval. The committee also discussed waste dumping violations and directed the City Attorney to draft a warning letter to MWI, and discussed pursuing state legislation to allow hiring ex-military or former police officers as School Resource Officers.

• Approved committee minutes of 03/29/21 (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved draft ordinance for Consent Agenda, moved to City Council (3-0 roll call: Bertrand, Chausse, Kopp)
• Directed City Attorney to draft warning letter to MWI about potential waste dumping citations
• Agreed to contact state representatives to request legislation change for SRO hiring

Aledo City Council

The Aledo City Council will hold a Committee of the Whole meeting at 6:15 p.m. followed by a regular meeting at 6:30 p.m. on April 19, 2021. The council will take action on three ordinances: annexing property owned by Eric M. Baker, approving a development agreement for property in Sponsor Manor Third Addition, and acquiring property from Farmers Grain and Coal Company. They will also discuss amending city code regarding approval of matters at council meetings.

• Ordinance No. 07: Annexation of property owned by Eric M. Baker (second reading)
• Ordinance No. 08: Development agreement for property in Sponsor Manor, Third Addition (second reading)
• Ordinance No. 09: Acquisition of property from Farmers Grain and Coal Company of Aledo (first reading)
• Discussion on amending Title 1, Chapter 5, Section 10 of City Code regarding approval of matters at council meetings
• Finance invoice list approval

The Aledo City Council approved the annexation of property owned by Eric M. Baker and a development agreement for residential property in Sponsler Manor, Third Addition. The council also authorized the invoice list and discussed the acquisition of Farmers Grain & Coal property, with a first reading of the ordinance. No substantive decisions were made on the Farmers Grain & Coal acquisition, as it was only introduced for first reading.

• Approved minutes of April 5, 2021 (7-0-1)
• Authorized invoice list and checks (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 07 for annexation of Baker property (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 08 for development agreement in Sponsler Manor (7-0)
• Introduced Ordinance No. 09 for Farmers Grain & Coal property acquisition (first reading, no vote)

Aledo City Council

The Aledo City Council will hold a Committee of the Whole and a regular meeting. Action items include second reading of a seal ordinance, first readings for annexation and a development agreement, and resolutions for sewer engineering, pump inspection, and a flow meter purchase. The council will also consider a $5,000 sponsorship and two cemetery transfers.

• Ordinance No. 07: annexation of property owned by Eric M. Baker (first reading)
• Ordinance No. 08: development agreement for property in Sponsler Manor, Third Addition (first reading)
• Resolution No. 10R: preliminary engineering for sanitary sewer main on SE 8th Avenue
• Resolution No. 11R: Cahoy Pump Service proposal for inspection of High Service Pump No. 2
• Motion: $5,000 sponsorship to Mercer County Family Crisis Center

The Aledo City Council approved several items, including a first reading of a development agreement for the Sponsler Manor subdivision, which outlines phased residential development and city utility obligations. The council also approved resolutions for engineering services, pump maintenance, and a lagoon flow meter purchase, as well as a $5,000 sponsorship for the Mercer County Family Crisis Center. Cemetery transfers and a special event application were approved. The meeting included a closed session for personnel matters.

• Approved minutes of March 15, 2021, with 7 yeas, 0 nays, 1 abstention.
• Approved invoice list and authorized checks (8 yeas, 0 nays).
• Adopted Ordinance No. 06, Series of 2021, amending the City Code regarding the official seal (8 yeas, 0 nays).
• Held first reading of Ordinance No. 07, Series of 2021, for annexation of property owned by Eric M. Baker; second reading set for April 19.
• Held first reading of Ordinance No. 08, Series of 2021, approving a development agreement for Sponsler Manor; second reading set for April 19.
• Approved Resolution No. 10R for preliminary engineering services for a sanitary sewer main on S.E. 8th Avenue, not to exceed $20,000 (8 yeas, 0 nays).
• Approved Resolution No. 11R for Cahoy Pump Service proposal for inspection and maintenance of High Service Pump No. 02, cost $19,655 (8 yeas, 0 nays).
• Approved Resolution No. 12R for purchase of lagoon effluent flow meter and radio system from Britton Electronics Automation, not to exceed $26,000 (8 yeas, 0 nays).

Ordinance Committee

The Ordinance & Police and Personnel Committee approved raising the part-time police officer hourly wage from $16.25 to $18.00, citing competitive market rates and training requirements. The committee also approved hiring a temporary part-time worker to handle records and expungement tasks. Both items were approved by the committee, with the pay increase to be enacted administratively by city staff.

• Approved raising part-time police officer pay from $16.25 to $18.00/hr (consensus, no formal vote)
• Approved temporary part-time worker for police records and expungement (5-0, 1 abstention)

Aledo City Council

The Aledo City Council will hold a regular meeting on March 15, 2021, preceded by a Committee of the Whole session. The council will consider several ordinances, including reducing Class D liquor licenses, creating a fifth Class C license, approving the 2021 official zoning map, and amending the city code regarding the official seal. They will also vote on a contract for exterior repairs to the Public Works Building and a sanitary sewer repair. The meeting includes a branding presentation and a sponsorship request.

• Ordinance No. 03: Reducing number of Class D liquor licenses (second reading)
• Ordinance No. 04: Creating a fifth Class C liquor license (first reading)
• Ordinance No. 05: Approving official zoning map for 2021 (first reading)
• Resolution No. 09R: Contract with Klingner & Associates for Public Works Building exterior repairs
• Motion: Sanitary sewer repair at NE 6th Avenue and NE 4th Street

The Aledo City Council adopted Ordinance No. 03, Series of 2021, reducing the maximum number of Class D liquor licenses to four. The council also adopted Ordinance No. 04, Series of 2021, creating a fifth Class C liquor license. Both ordinances were approved by unanimous 7-0 roll call votes.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 03, Series of 2021, reducing the number of Class D liquor licenses to a maximum of four.
• Adopted Ordinance No. 04, Series of 2021, creating a fifth Class C liquor license.
• Adopted Ordinance No. 05, Series of 2021, approving the Official Zoning Map for 2021.
• Approved Resolution No. 09R, Series of 2021, for engineering and asbestos testing services by Klingner & Associates for Public Works building exterior repairs at a lump sum of $84,000.
• Approved emergency sanitary sewer repairs by Craig Zenk Excavating at NE 6th Avenue and NE 4th Street for an amount not to exceed $9,630.10.
• Approved the invoice list and authorized checks to be issued.
• Approved the meeting minutes of March 1, 2021, as presented.
• Introduced Ordinance No. 06, Series of 2021, amending the city code regarding the official city seal; second reading scheduled for April 5, 2021.

Aledo City Council

The Aledo City Council will hold a Committee of the Whole meeting followed by a regular meeting. Action items include a first reading of an ordinance to reduce Class D liquor licenses, a redevelopment agreement with Hank's Power and Equipment for property at 104 NE 15th Avenue, and agreements for gas management and timekeeping software. The council will also consider a tabled resolution for a TIF redevelopment plan with Aledo Main Street.

• Casey's Retail Company requests liquor license transfer from Class B to Class C
• Ordinance No. 03, Series of 2021: reducing number of Class D liquor licenses (first reading)
• Resolution No. 06R: redevelopment agreement with Hank's Power and Equipment for 104 NE 15th Avenue
• Resolution No. 07R: first amendment to Natural Gas Management Agreement with Utility Gas Management
• Resolution No. 08R: agreement with Tyler Technologies for timekeeping software

The Aledo City Council approved a redevelopment agreement with Hank's Power & Equipment, LLC, authorizing up to $80,000 in TIF reimbursement for eligible project costs at 104 NE 15th Avenue. The council also approved a first amendment to the natural gas management agreement with Utility Gas Management, extending it through March 31, 2023, and approved a $44,580 agreement with Tyler Technologies for timekeeping software. Additionally, the council approved a $20,000 agreement with Aledo Main Street for TIF implementation services, despite concerns from Alderman Cooper.

• Approved Resolution 06R: TIF redevelopment agreement with Hank's Power & Equipment, up to $80,000 (7-0-1).
• Approved Resolution 07R: First amendment to natural gas management agreement with Utility Gas Management, extending term to March 31, 2023 (8-0).
• Approved Resolution 08R: Agreement with Tyler Technologies for timekeeping software, $44,580 over 5 years (8-0).
• Approved Resolution 05R: $20,000 agreement with Aledo Main Street for TIF implementation services (7-0-1).
• Approved minutes of February 16, 2021 (7-0-1).
• Authorized invoice list and checks (8-0).
• Held first reading of Ordinance 03, Series 2021, reducing Class D liquor licenses to four.
• Consensus to proceed with emergency sewer repair on NE 6th Avenue, to be ratified on March 15.

Finance Committee

The Aledo Finance Committee is meeting to discuss, not vote on, the approval of Tyler Technology software and related services by ExecuTime for time and attendance tracking. The agenda also includes approval of prior meeting minutes and public comment. No final action will be taken at this meeting.

• Discussion of Tyler Technology Software and ExecuTime Time & Attendance Software
• Approval of minutes from 11/09/20
• Public comment period (5-minute limit per speaker)

The Finance Committee recommended approval of Tyler Technologies' cloud-based time and attendance software, with a one-time implementation fee of $12,740 and a net annual fee of $6,368, to move to the full City Council for final approval. The decision was made after reviewing quotes for both cloud and on-premise options, with the cloud option chosen for lower upfront costs and reduced maintenance. The motion passed unanimously (4-0).

• Recommended approval of Tyler Software (cloud) with $12,740 one-time fee and $6,368 net annual fee (4-0)
• Approved minutes of November 09, 2020 meeting (4-0)

Tax Increment Financing Committee

The Aledo Tax Increment Financing Committee is meeting to discuss a TIF application from Jonathon Hank / Hank's Power & Equipment, LLC for property at 104 SE 15th Avenue. No final action will be taken at this meeting; it is for discussion only. The agenda also includes approval of prior minutes and public comment.

• Discussion on TIF application by Jonathon Hank / Hank's Power & Equipment, LLC for 104 SE 15th Avenue
• Approval of minutes from 09/30/20
• Public comment period (5-minute limit per speaker)

The TIF Committee voted 3-0 (with one abstention) to move Hank's Power & Equipment's $80,000 TIF funding request for 104 SE 15th Avenue to the City Council for consideration on March 1. The request exceeds the Downtown Revitalization program's $50,000 limit, and the committee discussed options like phasing the project. Staff also reported they would consider drafting a regular TIF redevelopment agreement instead of a Downtown Revitalization program agreement.

• Approved moving Hank's Power & Equipment TIF application to City Council (3-0, 1 present)
• Approved minutes of 09/30/20 TIF Committee meeting (unanimous)

Aledo City Council

The Aledo City Council is holding a regular meeting with a Committee of the Whole session beforehand. The main business is a series of action items, including resolutions to approve contracts for aerial imagery, water and sewer system operation and maintenance, water system engineering support, and TIF redevelopment services. The council will also consider a $18,000 sponsorship for Aledo Main Street.

• Resolution 02R: Approving proposal for aerial imagery services
• Resolution 03R: Approving operation and maintenance service agreement for water and sewer systems
• Resolution 04R: Approving water system engineering support services agreement with Strand Associates, Inc.
• Resolution 05R: Authorizing agreement with Aledo Main Street for TIF redevelopment plan implementation
• City sponsorship of Aledo Main Street F/Y 2021 in the amount of $18,000

The Aledo City Council approved several resolutions, including a $5,000 aerial imagery contract with Eagleview, a water/sewer operation agreement with Ion Environmental Solutions, and a water engineering support contract with Strand Associates. The council also approved an $18,000 city sponsorship for Aledo Main Street and tabled a TIF redevelopment agreement with Aledo Main Street pending additional details. All votes were unanimous except for one abstention on the invoice list and the tabled resolution.

• Approved $18,000 city sponsorship for Aledo Main Street (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 02R: Eagleview aerial imagery services, $5,000 plus $3,240 for high-res (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 03R: Ion Environmental Solutions water/sewer O&M agreement, $6,788/month (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 04R: Strand Associates water engineering support, est. $10,000 (7-0)
• Tabled Resolution 05R: Aledo Main Street TIF redevelopment agreement (6-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved invoice list (6-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved minutes of Feb 1, 2021 (7-0)

Public Property, Streets, & Sidewalk Committee

The Public Property, Streets & Sidewalk Committee will meet virtually to discuss two items: the Breezy Acres Subdivision with Brad Krstic and the potential sale of property at 204 NE 2nd Avenue. No final action will be taken at this meeting. Public attendance is not allowed due to COVID-19, but comments can be submitted by email.

• Discussion on Breezy Acres Subdivision – Brad Krstic
• Discussion on potential sale of property at 204 NE 2nd Avenue, Aledo, IL
• Approval of Committee Minutes from 01/11/21
• Public comment period (5-minute limit per speaker)

The committee discussed a proposed 15-lot Breezy Acres Subdivision, with the developer requesting city-installed gas, water, and sewer mains (estimated $460,000-$500,000) and a sidewalk variance. The committee reached consensus to continue discussions and have the city attorney prepare an annexation/development agreement. The committee also unanimously approved advertising an RFP for the sale of city-owned property at 204 NE 2nd Avenue.

• Approved minutes of January 11, 2021 (unanimous)
• Approved advertising RFP for sale of 204 NE 2nd Avenue (unanimous)
• Consensus to continue Breezy Acres discussions and prepare annexation/development agreement

Aledo City Council

The Aledo City Council voted to uphold the Zoning Board of Appeals' recommendation to deny a rezoning request for property at 205 N. College Avenue, filed by Jennievee O. Maynard, to change from R-2 Residential to B-2 Commercial. The council also approved several expenditures, including repairs to the water treatment plant's reverse osmosis feed pump and the purchase of calibration equipment. Additionally, they accepted the notification from Mark Blythe to conclude his services as the certified water system operator.

• Approved minutes of January 19, 2021 (8-0)
• Authorized invoice list and checks (7-0, 1 abstention)
• Denied rezoning at 205 N. College Ave from R-2 to B-2 (7-0, 1 abstention)
• Accepted Mark Blythe's notification to conclude water operator contract (8-0)
• Approved $5,970.00 for water treatment plant reverse osmosis feed pump repairs (8-0)
• Approved $6,869.19 for CGI Smart Calibration Equipment (8-0)

Aledo City Council

The Aledo City Council will hold a Committee of the Whole meeting followed by a regular City Council meeting. Action items include first readings of ordinances on home kitchen operations and golf cart/neighborhood vehicle permitting fees, a resolution to purchase a motor and pump for Water Well No. 6 for $29,979, and a motion to extend the Homefield Energy agreement for three years. The council will also review the finance invoice list and approve minutes from the January 4 meeting.

• Ordinance No. 01, Series of 2021: Home Kitchen Operations (first reading)
• Ordinance No. 02, Series of 2021: Golf cart and neighborhood vehicle permitting fees (first reading)
• Resolution No. 01R: Purchase of motor and pump for Water Well No. 6, $29,979.00
• Motion to extend Homefield Energy agreement for three-year term
• Finance invoice list approval

Ordinance Committee

The Ordinance & Police Committee voted to move a proposed 'Cupcake Ordinance' to the full City Council, which would allow individuals and groups to sell non-hazardous homemade foods without commercial kitchen requirements. The committee also voted to eliminate annual inspections for neighborhood vehicle (NV) permit renewals, with new vehicles still requiring inspection. Both items are set for City Council consideration on January 19, 2021.

• Moved 'Cupcake Ordinance' to full Council (3-0, 1 abstention)
• Eliminated annual inspections for NV permit renewals (4-0)
• Discussed prorating first-year NV permit fees: $50 before July 1, $25 after

Public Property, Streets, & Sidewalk Committee

The Public Property, Streets & Sidewalk Committee met via video conference on January 11, 2021, with no public attendance allowed due to COVID-19. The agenda explicitly states that no final action will be taken. The meeting focused on discussions regarding the Sponsler Manor Third Addition and Public Works Garage Building Upgrades.

• Discussion on Sponsler Manor Third Addition
• Discussion on Public Works Garage Building Upgrades
• Approval of Committee Minutes from 11/23/20

Aledo City Council

The Aledo City Council is meeting to consider routine business, including approving the finance invoice list and a motion to hire Scott Waldrup as a full-time police officer. The meeting also includes public comment, committee reports, and a closed session. Due to COVID-19, public attendance is not allowed, but comments can be submitted by email and the meeting can be observed via Zoom.

• Motion to hire Scott Waldrup as full-time police officer
• Finance invoice list approval
• Liquor Commissioner's report for January 1, 2021
• Closed session discussion
• Public comment via email or Zoom

The Aledo City Council approved the hiring of Scott Waldrup as a full-time police officer for the Aledo Police Department, effective January 10, 2021, by a unanimous 8-0 vote. The council also approved the minutes from December 21, 2020, and authorized the invoice list for payment, both by 8-0 votes. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included reports on public works, police, and administrative activities.

• Approved hiring Scott Waldrup as full-time police officer (8-0)
• Approved minutes of December 21, 2020 (8-0)
• Authorized invoice list and check issuance (8-0)