Geneseo public meetings in 2021
46 substantive meetings from 2021, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Regular Council
The Geneseo City Council will consider approving Ordinance O-21-20 to prohibit parking on the east side of North Center Street between Exchange and Brown streets, following earlier discussion and public opposition. The council will also review financial reports, ratify a cell service lease amendment, and discuss performance reviews and a five-year forecast.
- Ordinance O-21-20: no parking on east side of North Center Street between Exchange and Brown
- Ratification of 1st amendment to North Water Tower cellular service lease
- Approval of Treasurer's Report, Budget Book, and Capital Asset Reports
- Discussion of City Administrator and Police Chief performance review packet process
- Approval of city and utility bills as presented
Board of Police Commission
The Geneseo Board of Police Commission will meet to handle routine business, including approving minutes, discussing lateral transfers, and considering the release of Officer Ingle from a one-year probation period. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major policy decisions or public hearings listed.
- Approval of minutes from September 7, 2021 regular meeting and November 23, 2021 special meeting
- Discussion of lateral list and lateral applications
- Update on Officer Schulte
- Set date for lateral interviews
- Consider release of Officer Ingle from 1-year probation
Public Hearing
The Geneseo City Council is holding a public hearing on Ordinance O-21-12, which sets the 2021 tax levy for the fiscal year beginning January 1, 2022. The proposed levy totals $1,495,725, a 4.99% increase over the previous year's $1,424,600. The hearing allows public comment up to 3 minutes per person, with no council debate or action during that time.
- Proposed 2021 tax levy of $1,495,725, a 4.99% increase over 2020's $1,424,600
- Corporate General Fund levy of $492,750
- Police Pension Fund levy of $205,775
- Police Protection Fund levy of $222,300
- Public hearing scheduled for 5:45 PM at City Hall, 115 South Oakwood Avenue
Special Board of Police Commission
The Geneseo Board of Police Commission is meeting to consider opening and merging the lateral list due to Officer Hergert's pending retirement. The agenda includes roll call, public comment, and the single new business item, followed by adjournment.
- Consider opening and merging the lateral list due to Ofc. Hergert pending retirement
Special City Council
The Geneseo City Council is meeting to consider several routine items, including adopting the 2022 meeting schedule, allowing employee HSA advances, and approving the 2021 tax levy. The tax levy would raise $1,495,725, a 4.99% increase over the previous year. The council will also consider awarding a contract for a standby generator at the Iron Removal Plant.
- 2021 tax levy ordinance (O-21-12) totaling $1,495,725, a 4.99% increase
- Contract award to Rock River Electric, Inc. for Iron Removal Plant standby generator at $247,843
- Resolution R-21-19 allowing employee HSA advances up to $2,800 single / $5,600 family
- Resolution R-21-18 adopting 2022 schedule of meetings
- Cancel December 28, 2021 Committee of the Whole meeting
Committee of the Whole
The Geneseo Committee of the Whole is recommending several items to the City Council, including the 2022 schedule of meetings, an employee HSA advance program, the 2021 tax levy ordinance, and a contract for a standby generator. The committee will also discuss canceling the December 28 meeting and paying bills.
- Cancel December 28, 2021 Committee of the Whole meeting due to holidays
- Resolution R-21-18 adopting 2022 schedule of meetings
- Resolution R-21-19 allowing employee HSA advances up to $2,800 single/$5,600 family
- Ordinance O-21-12 for 2021 tax levy totaling $1,495,725 (4.99% increase)
- Contract award to Rock River Electric, Inc. for $247,843 for Iron Removal Plant Standby Generator
Regular Council
The Geneseo City Council is meeting to consider a 30-year lease renewal with the Izaak Walton League, declare a police vehicle surplus, accept public improvements for Olivia Drive, and approve several bond abatement ordinances. The consent agenda includes approval of minutes, an intergovernmental agreement with the Illinois Municipal League Risk Management Association, and a resolution setting a price for city-owned property. The council will also receive the treasurer's report, budget book, and capital asset reports, and approve city and utility bills.
- 30-year lease renewal with Izaak Walton League
- Resolution R-21-16 declaring police department unit 20 as surplus property
- Ordinance O-21-13 accepting public improvements for Olivia Drive
- Ordinances O-21-14 through O-21-19 abatement of General Obligation Bonds
- Resolution R-21-17 setting price for City owned property 08-21-154-012
Public Hearing
The Geneseo City Council is holding a public hearing to review Ordinance O-21-11, the FY 2022 budget. The agenda includes a presentation of the budget, followed by public comment (up to 3 minutes per speaker) and a motion to adjourn. No formal action is scheduled during the hearing.
- Review of Ordinance O-21-11 - FY 2022 Budget
- FY 2022 budget totals $3,397,593 in expenditures
- New revenue accounts: video gaming ($50,000), towing fines ($3,000), licensing fees ($1,350)
- Transfers to funds: public safety ($1,702,109), streets ($378,500), parks ($181,800), cemetery ($93,050), inspections ($73,024)
- Public comment period (3 minutes per speaker)
Committee of the Whole
The Geneseo Committee of the Whole will discuss and recommend actions on several items, including the FY 2022 budget ordinance, the 2022 tax levy, a resolution to sell surplus police vehicle, and a resolution to sell city-owned property. The committee will also consider renewing a lease with the Geneseo Chamber and approving an intergovernmental agreement for risk management. The meeting includes an executive session for personnel and property price setting.
- FY 2022 budget ordinance (O-21-11) with $3,372,593 in general fund revenue
- 2022 tax levy ordinance (O-21-12)
- Resolution R-21-16 declaring 2016 Ford Explorer surplus, expected sale $2,000-$3,000
- Resolution R-21-17 to sell city-owned property (parcel #08-21-154-012) to Mark Westrom
- Chamber lease renewal at $450 for 2022, $475 for 2023-2024
Geneseo Police Pension Fund
The Geneseo Police Pension Fund board will meet to review quarterly investment performance, approve financial reports and bills, and consider a new membership application. They will also discuss retirement and disability applications, review the actuarial valuation and tax levy request, and establish 2022 meeting dates. The agenda is routine, with no major policy changes or large expenditures listed.
- Quarterly investment performance report from Sawyer Falduto Asset Management
- Monthly financial report and approval of bills from Lauterbach & Amen
- Application for membership by Amber Berthoud
- Review/approve actuarial valuation and tax levy request
- Establish 2022 board meeting dates
Special City Council
The Geneseo City Council will consider replacing the aging downtown music system at a cost not to exceed $30,000, funded from the TIF balance of $472,186. They will also vote on Ordinance O-21-11, which approves the 2022 budget. The meeting includes public comment periods for agenda items and other matters.
- Motion to replace downtown music system, not to exceed $30,000, funded from TIF
- Consideration of Ordinance O-21-11 for the 2022 Budget
- Quotes for system ($25,895) and wire installation ($3,500) included
- Public comment allowed up to 3 minutes per speaker
Regular Council
The Geneseo City Council will consider routine financial approvals, including the Treasurer's Report, Capital Assets Report, Budget Book, and payment of city and utility bills. It will also vote on appointing Kent Swanson to the Zoning Board. The agenda is largely procedural, with most items on the consent agenda and a move into executive session for personnel and legal matters.
- Approve Kent Swanson to Zoning Board, term expiring 07/14/2025
- Approve Treasurer's Report, Capital Assets Report, and Budget Book as submitted
- Approve city and utility bills as presented
- Move into executive session for personnel, collective bargaining, and executive session minutes review
- Consider Resolution R-21-14 to release closed and open executive session minutes
Committee of the Whole
The Geneseo Committee of the Whole will discuss replacing the aging downtown music system at a cost not to exceed $30,000, funded from TIF. They will also review the 2022 budget and consider an intergovernmental lease agreement with the Geneseo School District for Stonefield. The meeting includes public comment periods and a move into executive session to discuss real property acquisition.
- Discussion and possible recommendation to replace downtown music system, not to exceed $30,000 (system $25,895 plus wire $3,500, paid from TIF balance of $472,186)
- First review of the 2022 budget
- Discussion of Intergovernmental Lease Agreement for Stonefield between City and Geneseo School District, with annual charge to be determined
- Approval of bills as submitted
- Move into executive session per 5 ILCS 120/2(c)(5) for real property purchase or lease
Regular Council
The Geneseo City Council will consider Ordinance O-21-10 amending the alcohol code and public offenses, approve the Budget Book, Capital Assets, and Treasurer's Report, and discuss uses for ARPA funds, signage, streets/sidewalks, and downtown improvements. The meeting includes consent agenda items, payment of bills, and a move into executive session for property purchase discussions.
- Ordinance O-21-10 amending alcohol code and public offenses
- Approval of Budget Book, Capital Assets, and Treasurer's Report
- Discussion on uses for ARPA funds
- Signage: stone columns with Hunter Green signs, discuss highway signs
- Move into executive session for property purchase
Board of Police Commission
The Geneseo Board of Police Commission is meeting to handle routine business: approving minutes from four prior meetings, hearing public comment, and discussing new business items including lateral and new hire lists, updates on Officer Schulte and Amber Berthoud, and commission training. No old business is on the agenda.
- Approval of minutes from March 26, April 19, May 4, and August 10, 2021 meetings
- Review of lateral list for potential officer hires
- Review of new hire list
- Update on Officer Schulte
- Update on Amber Berthoud
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole will discuss a resolution to release Patrick Hernandez from his personal guarantee on a revolving loan fund agreement with NOSH Good Mood Food, LLC, and consider a motion to recommend approval to the city council. The committee will also discuss welcome signs at S. Oakwood, Bestor Drive, and near Casey's, and review a capital improvement forecast. The agenda includes routine items such as paying city and utility bills and entering executive session for the sale of city-owned property.
- Resolution R-21-12: remove Patrick Hernandez personal guarantee from NOSH Good Mood Food revolving loan fund
- Discussion of welcome signs at S. Oakwood, Bestor Drive, and near Casey's
- Capital improvement forecast for 2022, including $13.5 million in projects
- Payment of city and utility bills totaling $160,345.41
- Executive session for sale of city-owned property
Police Pension Board
The Geneseo Police Pension Fund Board of Trustees is meeting to approve routine financial and administrative items, including the quarterly investment report, monthly financial report, and bills. They will also review and approve the FYE 2020 audit, actuarial valuation, and tax levy request, and elect board officers. The meeting is held remotely due to COVID-19 concerns.
- Review/Approve FYE 2020 Audit
- Review/Approve Actuarial Valuation & Tax Levy Request
- Quarterly Investment Performance Report (as of June 30, 2021)
- Approval of Trustee Training Registration Fees and Reimbursable Expenses
- Board Officer Elections - President, Vice President, Secretary & Assistant Secretary
Regular Council
The Geneseo City Council is meeting to consider routine financial reports, including the Treasurer's Report, Capital Asset Report, and Budget Book, and to approve city bills. The consent agenda includes several items such as a revolving loan for Lisa Woolums, a facade improvement application, an ordinance on city administrator powers, and an agreement for the Village of Atkinson Police to use the Geneseo Police shooting range. The council will also move into executive session to discuss the purchase of real property.
- Approval of Treasurer's Report, Capital Asset Report, and Budget Book
- Resolution R-21-13: revolving loan for Lisa Woolums
- Ordinance O-21-09: powers of the City Administrator
- Agreement for Village of Atkinson Police use of Geneseo Police shooting range
- Facade Improvement grant for Michele Weber-Enck at 229 W. State St.
Board of Police Commission- Special Meeting
The Geneseo Board of Police Commission is meeting in a special session. The agenda is largely procedural, with the main substantive item being a closed session to discuss background information and hiring, which may cover employee appointment, employment, compensation, discipline, performance, or dismissal. Public comment is limited to three minutes per person.
- Closed session for background information/hiring
- Public comment period (3-minute limit per person)
- Roll call and adjournment
Committee of the Whole
The Geneseo Committee of the Whole will discuss and recommend actions on several items, including a zoning change for a possible vet clinic, two facade grants, a revolving loan, new city entrance signs, and receipt of federal ARPA funds. The committee will also consider an ordinance on city administrator powers and an intergovernmental agreement for a police shooting range. The meeting includes an executive session for property purchase and sale discussions.
- Zoning change for 936 S. Oakwood Ave from R-2 to B-2 for possible Geneseo Vet Clinic
- Revolving loan of $10,000 at 3% for 10 years to Lisa Woolums for salon repairs
- Facade grants up to $10,000 each for 209 West Exchange St and 229 W. State St
- Replace three city entrance signs with brick/stone type, not to exceed $30,000 total
- First installment of ARPA funds (50%) expected in about 30 days
Regular Council
The Geneseo City Council will hold its regular meeting, featuring guest 'Junior Members' who will participate in discussions and non-binding votes. The council will consider approving the treasurer's report, budget book, capital asset reports, city and utility bills, and minutes from previous meetings. The agenda also includes a presentation by Inspire Continuing Care, updates from the city administrator (including a tentative office lease to Senator Win Stoller and an email server migration), and an executive session for property purchase and personnel matters.
- Approval of Treasurer's Report, Budget Book, and Capital Asset Reports as submitted
- Approval of City bills as presented (07.09.21 AP and 07.13.21 Last Minute Bill Packet)
- Tentative lease of City Hall office to Senator Win Stoller effective 08-01-2021 for government business only
- Presentation by Inspire Continuing Care
- Executive session for land purchase and personnel
Plan Commission
The Geneseo Plan Commission will hold a public hearing and consider a request from Grant Venema to reclassify two vacant parcels at 936 S. Oakwood Ave from R-2 residential to B-2 Business (highway) zoning. The change would allow for a possible new structure for the Geneseo Vet Clinic. The commission will vote on whether to recommend the zoning change to the City Council.
- Public hearing and consideration of zoning classification change for Parcel ID #08-21-451-023 and #08-21-451-024 (936 S. Oakwood Ave, Geneseo, IL 61254)
- Request to reclassify from R-2 residential to B-2 Business (highway) zoning
- Zoning change would allow for a possible new structure for the Geneseo Vet Clinic
- Approval of previous Plan Commission minutes from June 2, 2021
Special City Council Meeting
The Geneseo City Council is holding a special meeting to consider several consent agenda items, including awarding a $313,090 contract to Miller Trucking for the Cherry Drive lift station force main reroute, renewing the audit contract with Wipfli through 2027, clarifying cemetery rules, and purchasing a vacant lot at 116 East First Street. The meeting also includes public comment and roll call.
- Award $313,090 contract to Miller Trucking for Cherry Drive lift station force main reroute
- Renew audit services contract with Wipfli through 2027 (fees $35,500-$36,000/year)
- Minor clarifications to cemetery rules
- Purchase of vacant lot at 116 East First Street
Committee of the Whole
The Geneseo Committee of the Whole is discussing several items to recommend to the City Council, including awarding a construction contract, extending an audit agreement, purchasing a vacant lot, and updating cemetery rules. They will also review a comparison of the audit to the treasurer's report and approve payment of bills.
- Award Cherry Drive lift station force main reroute to Miller Trucking for $313,090; Bear Development pays $143,000, city uses $170,090 in ARPA funds
- Extend audit contract with Wipfli through 2027; fees range $35,500-$36,000 per year
- Purchase vacant lot at 116 East First Street for $5,000 to create public parking
- Approve updated cemetery rules
- Payment of city and utility bills
Regular Council
The Geneseo City Council will vote on several items, including approving the final audit, two commercial building expansions, and a tobacco sales ordinance. The agenda also includes routine approvals of minutes, financial reports, and city bills.
- Approve final audit for 07-01-2020 through 12-31-2020
- Approve Beck Oil Company building expansion (19' x 22')
- Approve Dollar Fresh expansion of old Save a Lot store
- Approve Ordinance O-21-08 pertaining to sale of tobacco
- Approve Treasurer's Report, Capital Asset Report, and Budget Book
Plan Commission
The Geneseo Plan Commission will hold a public hearing and consider recommending approval of two development permits: a 19' x 22' addition to the Beck Oil station at 2433 S. Oakwood Ave for video gaming, and an expansion of the Dollar Fresh store (former Save a Lot). The commission will vote on motions to recommend both projects to the City Council.
- Public hearing and recommendation for Beck Oil addition (19' x 22') at 2433 S. Oakwood Ave for video gaming
- Public hearing and recommendation for Dollar Fresh expansion of old Save a Lot store
- Approval of previous meeting minutes (May 3, 2021)
Committee of the Whole
The Geneseo Committee of the Whole will discuss and potentially recommend several items to the City Council, including a draft audit report, formation of a Geneseo Creek Study Committee, cemetery rule changes, and two ordinances. The most consequential item is Ordinance O-21-06, authorizing up to $4.2 million in taxable general obligation bonds to fund the police pension plan's unfunded liability. The committee will also enter executive session to discuss employee compensation and property purchases.
- Ordinance O-21-06: issue up to $4,200,000 in taxable GO bonds for police pension unfunded liability
- Discussion to form Geneseo Creek Study Committee with recommended members
- Discussion of city cemetery rules, including limiting new sections to flat stones
- Ordinance O-21-07: amend gaming rules for truck stops to align with state statute
- Presentation of draft audit financial report for six months ended December 31, 2020
Special City Council Meeting
The Geneseo City Council is holding a special meeting to discuss and vote on two ordinances. The main item is Ordinance O-21-06, which would authorize up to $4.2 million in taxable general obligation bonds to help fund the city's police pension plan. The council will also consider Ordinance O-21-07, which would change the number of video gaming terminals allowed at licensed truck stops.
- Ordinance O-21-06: Issue up to $4,200,000 in taxable general obligation bonds (Series 2021) to finance a portion of the unfunded actuarial liability of the Police Pension Plan
- Ordinance O-21-07: Amend gaming rules to allow truck stops to have as many video terminals as state statute permits, instead of a fixed number of 6
- Public comment period (up to 3 minutes per speaker, no council debate or action during this time)
Regular Council
The Geneseo City Council will consider implementing a no-parking restriction on the west side of N. Center Street between Exchange and Brown, and will review a proposed new building at 4160 S. Oakwood Avenue. The council will also vote on an intergovernmental agreement with IDOT for traffic control device maintenance, approve financial reports and bills, and discuss a property purchase in executive session.
- No-parking on west side of N. Center Street between Exchange & Brown
- New building at 4160 S. Oakwood Avenue (parcel #08-28-300-005)
- Resolution R-21-11: IDOT intergovernmental agreement for traffic control device maintenance
- Annexation of 19775 E 1500 Street
- Approval of Treasurer's Report, Capital Asset and Budget Book Reports
Special Meeting Board of Police Commission
The Geneseo Board of Police Commission is meeting for a special session. The agenda includes roll call, public comment, and a closed session to discuss the appointment, employment, compensation, discipline, performance, or dismissal of specific employees, as permitted by state law. The meeting is expected to adjourn after the closed session.
- Closed session under 5 ILCS 120/2(c)(1) for employee matters
- Public comment limited to 3 minutes per person
Plan Commission
The Geneseo Plan Commission will hold a public hearing and consider recommending City Council approval for a new building at 4160 S. Oakwood Avenue (parcel #08-28-300-005), located in the Highway Corridor. The building is for a business that sells large diesel vehicles online. The commission will also approve prior meeting minutes and welcome new members.
- Public hearing and recommendation on new building at 4160 S. Oakwood Avenue
- Building in Highway Corridor for online diesel vehicle sales
- Approval of previous Plan Commission minutes
- Swearing in of new members Morgan Thurman and Julia McAvoy
Committee of the Whole
The Geneseo Committee of the Whole will discuss and recommend actions on annexing property at 19775 E 1500 Street, switching employee retirement savings vendors to ICMA-RC, and a no-parking proposal on N. Center Street. They will also receive an update on the Cherry Drive Lift Station force main reroute project and hear public comments. The meeting includes routine items like bill payments and swearing in newly elected officials.
- Annexation of 19775 E 1500 Street, Geneseo (Parcel ID 08-28-227-009)
- Vendor change to ICMA-RC for employee retirement savings (Resolutions R-21-09 and R-21-10)
- Proposed no parking on west side of N. Center Street between Exchange and Brown
- Cherry Drive Lift Station force main reroute update; bid opening May 6, 2021
- Legacy Mural Proposal at 109 S. Center St.
Special City Council Meeting
The Geneseo City Council is holding a special meeting to discuss and vote on resolutions R-21-09 and R-21-10, which would adopt the ICMA Retirement Corporation's Deferred Compensation Plan and the VantageCare Retirement Health Savings Program. This change consolidates the city's two current vendors into one, aiming to reduce administrative burden and lower fees for employees. The meeting includes roll call, public comment, and adjournment.
- Resolution R-21-09 adopting ICMA Retirement Corporation Deferred Compensation Plan and Trust
- Resolution R-21-10 adopting VantageCare Retirement Health Savings (RHS) Program
- Administrative Services Agreement with ICMA-RC for VantageCare RHS (Account #800230)
- New 457b contract (304878) and RHS contract (800230) with ICMA-RC
Police Pension Board
The Geneseo Police Pension Board is meeting to handle routine pension fund business, including approving investment reports, financial statements, and bills. The board will also vote on a new member application, a retirement benefit, and several administrative items like insurance renewal and trustee training fees.
- Approval of Quarterly Investment Performance Report and Investment Policy update
- Approval of monthly financial report and bills, including Illinois Department of Insurance Compliance Fee
- Application for membership - Jamie Shoemaker
- Regular retirement benefits - Michael Chavez
- Fiduciary liability insurance renewal
Plan Commission
The Geneseo Plan Commission is meeting to hold a public hearing and vote on recommending the annexation of 19775 E 1500 Street into the city. The property is owned by the Evelyn O. Leonhart Living Trust and is contiguous to Geneseo. The commission will also approve prior meeting minutes and take public comment.
- Public hearing and recommendation on annexation of 19775 E 1500 Street, Geneseo, IL (Parcel ID 08-28-227-009)
- Approval of previous Plan Commission minutes from January 6, 2020
- Public comment period limited to 3 minutes per speaker
Board of Police Commission-Speical
The Geneseo Board of Police Commission is meeting to discuss new business, including setting dates for lateral interviews, and will enter a closed session to discuss employee matters and an after-action review. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with roll call, public comment, and adjournment.
- Set dates for lateral interview
- Closed session under 5 ILCS 120/2(c)(1) for employee appointment, employment, compensation, discipline, performance, or dismissal
- Closed session for after-action review
Regular Council
The Geneseo City Council will consider issuing up to $4.2 million in general obligation bonds to cover part of the Police Pension Plan's unfunded liability, and will review the 2020 Police Department annual report and a Geneseo Creek study. The agenda also includes routine approvals of minutes, bills, and financial reports, plus a proclamation for Fair Housing Month. Several items will be discussed in executive session, including property purchases and a legal settlement.
- Resolution R-21-03: issue up to $4,200,000 in non-referendum general obligation bonds for Police Pension Plan
- Police Department 2020 Annual Report presented by Deputy Police Chief Gene Karzin
- Geneseo Creek Study presented by IMEG
- Purchase of 0.38 acres from Francis C. Scranton and Mary I. Scranton Revocable Trust for $10,000
- Settle IMLRMA Preston case for $10,000
Public Hearing
The Geneseo City Council held a public hearing to receive comments on a proposal to sell up to $4,200,000 in general obligation bonds to fund a portion of the unfunded actuarial liabilities of the Police Pension Plan. No public comments were recorded. The council adopted Resolution R-21-03, which deems the bond sale advisable and allows for the ordinance selling the bonds to be adopted after at least seven days.
- Public hearing on proposed sale of up to $4,200,000 in taxable general obligation bonds (Series 2021) to fund Police Pension Plan liabilities
- Resolution R-21-03 adopted, declaring intent to proceed with bond sale
- No persons presented written or oral testimony at the hearing
- Notice of hearing published in Geneseo Republic on March 19, 2021
Board of Police Commission
The Geneseo Board of Police Commission is meeting to consider amending its local rules to require a minimum score of 70% for inclusion on the Lateral List. Currently, there is no minimum scoring for this list. The change is proposed by Chief of Police Casey Disterhoft and has no financial impact.
- Motion to amend Local Rules to add 70% minimum for Lateral List inclusion
- Proposed change to Section 11 (Alternative Eligibility Register) rules
- No financial impact reported for the rule change
Committee of the Whole
The Geneseo Committee of the Whole is discussing several items for recommendation to the City Council, including two $10,000 TIF facade improvement grants, a proposal to permanently close Spring Street at the railroad crossing, and declaring a police vehicle surplus. The committee will also consider approving city and utility bills and may enter executive session for personnel and property matters.
- Discussion of $10,000 TIF facade grant for Scott McAvoy at 127 N. State Street
- Discussion of $10,000 TIF facade grant for 207 N. State Street (Peterson application)
- Ordinance O-21-05 to vacate a portion of Spring Street at R/R crossing; Resolution R-21-04 for ICC agreement 2139 closure
- Resolution R-21-05 declaring police department unit 19 as surplus property
- Discussion of cell tower lease buyout (details to be determined)
Special City Council Meeting
The Geneseo City Council is meeting to discuss and likely approve several consent agenda items, including two facade improvement grants for properties on North State Street, the permanent closure of Spring Street at the railroad crossing, and declaring a police vehicle as surplus. The meeting includes public comment and a motion to approve all items via the omnibus method.
- Discussion of $10,000 facade grant for 127 N. State Street (project cost $42,000)
- Discussion of $10,000 facade grant for 207 N. State Street (project cost $24,900)
- Ordinance O-21-05 to vacate Spring Street at railroad crossing; Resolution R-21-04 for ICC agreement 2139; city to receive ~$170,000
- Resolution R-21-05 declaring police department unit 19 vehicle as surplus
Regular Council
The Geneseo City Council is meeting to consider several financial and administrative items, including a $4.2 million bond issuance to address the police pension fund's unfunded liability, a pay application for the wastewater treatment plant, and a street milling contract. They will also vote on consent agenda items such as carry-over expenses, a park mower purchase, and a yard waste contract extension. The meeting includes public comment periods and routine reports.
- Ordinance O-21-04: $4.2M taxable general obligation bonds for police pension unfunded liability
- Pay application #1 to Vissering Construction: $78,837.09 for wastewater treatment plant
- Street milling contract award to Valley Construction: $27,672.70
- Resolution R-21-02: carry-over expenses for Ash Street Lift Station, Northeast Drainage, etc.
- Ordinance O-21-03: eliminating red door tags for past due payments
Committee of the Whole
The Geneseo Committee of the Whole will hear a presentation on Geneseo Communications' fiber optic expansion and discuss multiple administrative items, including a resolution to carry over $858,000 in expenses, purchases of mowers, and a proposal to bond the police pension to reach 90% funding. The council will also consider extending the yard waste contract with Republic and modifying ordinances on red door tags and video gaming.
- Resolution R-21-02: carry-over of $858,000 for Ash Street Lift Station, Northeast Drainage, Control Panel for East Iron Removal Plant, and Hydraulic Jack Hammer
- Purchase of used mower from Prairie State Tractors for $15,000 (cemetery)
- Purchase of John Deere riding mower for the Park for $8,126.75
- Bonding police pension to 90% position, potential savings of $2 million+
- Extend yard waste contract with Republic for two years, reduce sticker cost by $1.50
Regular Council
The Geneseo City Council will review a General Fund financial forecast showing stagnant revenues and rising expenses, and vote on the Budget Book, Treasurer's Report, and Capital Asset Reports. They will also consider several consent agenda items, including a net metering fee resolution and a Unit #8 engine panel upgrade, plus a license agreement with GBC for outdoor services.
- General Fund forecast projects expenses exceeding revenues by FY24-25
- Motion to approve Budget Book, Treasurer's Report, and Capital Asset Reports
- Resolution R-21-01 for net metering distribution utilization fee (annual adoption)
- Unit #8 engine panel upgrade project
- License agreement with GBC for outdoor services
Committee of the Whole
The Geneseo Committee of the Whole will discuss and recommend actions on several items, including a proposed cell tower buyout, an annual net metering utilization fee resolution, and a lease agreement with Geneseo Brewing Company for outdoor dining. The committee will also review a recap of Richmond Hill project expenses and consider employee evaluations. The meeting includes public comment periods and a move to executive session for lease and employee discussions.
- Cell tower buyout offer of $200,000 with lease payments increasing 3% annually through 2047
- Resolution R-21-01: net metering distribution utilization fee (annual adoption)
- Unit #8 engine panel upgrade project (budgeted)
- Lease of part of City Hall parking lot to Geneseo Brewing Company for outdoor dining
- Payment of city and utility bills totaling $215,504.92
Regular Council
The Geneseo City Council will meet remotely to consider routine financial approvals, including the Treasurer's Report, Budget Book, and Capital Asset Reports, as well as a resolution for 2021 Motor Fuel Tax (MFT) estimated costs. The agenda also includes consent items for prior meeting minutes and a proclamation for National Mentoring Month. Most items are procedural, with no major policy decisions or public hearings listed.
- Resolution R-20-37 for 2021 MFT estimated costs
- Approval of Treasurer's Report, Budget Book, and Capital Asset Reports as of 12/31/20
- Proclamation of January as National Mentoring Month (Big Brothers Big Sisters)
- Approval of city and utility bills for 01/12/21
- Consent agenda: approval of minutes from Dec 8 and Dec 15, 2020 meetings