City Council
Regular MeetingCollinsville, IL · April 22, 2019
Minutes
125 S. Center Street
City of Collinsville Collinsville, IL 62234
Minutes - Final
City Council
Monday, April 22, 2019 6:30 PM Council Chambers
A. CALL MEETING TO ORDER
Mayor Miller called the meeting to order at 6:30 pm.
B. ROLL CALL
Also present: City Manager Mitch Bair, Corporate Counsel Steve Giacoletto, and City Clerk Kim
Wasser.
Present: 4 - Councilman Cheryl Brombolich, Councilman Jeff Stehman,
Councilman Donna Green, and Mayor John Miller
Absent: 1 - Councilman David Jerome
C. INVOCATION
Delivered by Pastor Sherman Smith of Pleasant Ridge Baptist Church.
D. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Recited.
E. PROCLAMATIONS/RECOGNITION/PRESENTATIONS
1. Building Safety Month Proclamation
Attachments: Proclamation
Mayor Miller read the Proclamation and proclaimed May as Building Safety Month.
2. Motorcycle Awareness Month Proclamation
Attachments: Proclamation
Mayor Miller read the Proclamation and declared May as Motorcycle Awareness Month.
F. BUSINESS PRIOR TO PUBLIC INPUT
G. COUNCIL DISCUSSION
H. SPEAKERS FROM THE FLOOR
Bob DesPain read Rule #3 of Ordinance #4765. He mentioned the location of the podium. He
spoke of a recent Illinois Municipal League publication regarding leaders, public meetings, records and
notifications.
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Phil Astrauskas spoke of testimony given in litigation case. He spoke of the Crime Free Program and
access of files. He mentioned an inspection done at an apartment building at 2106 Vandalia.
Scott Rayho mentioned being grateful for proactive efforts by the City. He mentioned the use of grant
funds to offset expenses for infrastructure improvements.
I. COMMENTS & ANNOUNCEMENTS - MAYOR
Mayor Miller spoke of the ribbon cutting event for the new Water Treatment Plant. He thanked
Public Works Director Dennis Kress for all his efforts and his knowledge in the development of a new
facility. He spoke of the process in building a new facility.
J COMMENTS & ANNOUNCEMENTS - COUNCIL MEMBERS
Councilman Stehman thanked Councilman Brombolich for her service. He spoke of the issues they
faced when initially elected. He spoke highly of Councilman Brombolich's knowledge and experience
she brought to the dais.
Councilman Green spoke of how she was impressed by the new Water Treatment Plant and efforts
taken to ensure quality for the community. She too, spoke highly of Councilman Brombolich and
thanked her for her service. She spoke of her (Brombolich) wisdom and knowledge.
K. COMMENTS & ANNOUNCEMENTS - CITY STAFF
City Manager Bair mentioned updating the CIP this summer. He advised the Yard of the Month
program, sponsored by the Community Appearance Board, is starting up and explained how
nominations are accepted.
L. CONSENT AGENDA
City Clerk Wasser read the Consent Agenda.
1. Motion to Approve Payment of Bills for the Period Ending April 12, 2019, in
the Amount of $761,680.44
Attachments: Agenda Item Report
BOARD LIST 04-05-19
BOARD LIST 04-12-19
2. Motion to Approve Payroll for the Period Ending April 12, 2019, in the
Amount of $711,920.45
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Attachments: Agenda Item Report
Board List 04-05-19
Board List 04-05-19 (2)
3. Motion to Approve Minutes of the April 8, 2019 Council Meeting
Attachments: Agenda Item Report
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4. Resolution Appointing a Member to the Police Pension Board (Pam Reid)
Attachments: Agenda Item Report
Resolution
5. Resolution Reappointing a Member of the Community Appearance Board
(Janice Georg)
Attachments: Agenda Item Report
Letter of Interest
Resolution
6. Resolution Reappointing Members to the Collinsville Planning Commission
(Scott Rayho, Erik Illies)
Attachments: Agenda Item Report
Resolution
Mayor Miller asked if the Council wished to pull any items prior to a Motion.
No items were pulled. A motion was made by Councilman Brombolich,
seconded by Councilman Green, to approve the Consent Agenda. The motion
carried by the following vote:
Aye: 4 - Brombolich, Stehman, Green, and Miller
Nay: 0
Absent: 1 - Jerome
Abstain: 0
M. NEW BUSINESS
1. Resolution Authorizing the Allocation of Water Enterprise Funds as Leveraged
Funds for the Courtland Place Water Main Replacement Project
Attachments: Agenda Item Report
Resolution
Director Kress indicated this resolution is a new requirement in the grant application process for
Madison County Block Grant funds. He gave a brief overview of the Courtland Place water main
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replacement project. He advised the project would improve water quality and safety to the area.
Councilman Brombolich spoke of the benefits for having a CIP plan in place.
A motion was made by Councilman Green, seconded by Councilman Stehman
to approve. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 4 - Brombolich, Stehman, Green, and Miller
Nay: 0
Absent: 1 - Jerome
Abstain: 0
2. Resolution Giving Final Plat Approval to Subdivision Under Collinsville
Subdivision Control Ordinance Being a Subdivision In Part Of The Northeast
Quarter of Section 29, Township 3 North, Range 8 West of the 3rd Principal
Meridian, City of Collinsville, Madison County, Illinois (Re-Subdivision of Lot
5, Lot 6, and Outlot A of Sandridge Villas)
Attachments: Agenda Item Report
Resolution
Planning Commission Staff Report
Final Plat
Draft Planning Commission Minutes
Assistant City Manager Derek Jackson advised the applicant, Sandridge Manors, is requesting
approval of a final subdivision plat in order to consolidate 3 lots into 2. He displayed an aerial view of
the lots and indicated the rear outlot would be divided up into Lot 5 and Lot 6. He advised the
developer would be responsible for the maintenance of the easement area. He further advised the
newly created lots are in compliance with minimum subdivision requirements.
A motion was made by Councilman Brombolich, seconded by Councilman
Green to approve. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 4 - Brombolich, Stehman, Green, and Miller
Nay: 0
Absent: 1 - Jerome
Abstain: 0
3. Resolution Authorizing the Adoption of the Americans with Disabilities Act
Transition Plan for the City of Collinsville, Illinois
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Attachments: Agenda Item Report
Resolution
City of Collinsville ADA Transition Plan 2019
City Engineer Troy Turner indicated he started on this project in 2016 with collecting data and
evaluating the information. He indicated the City, as a public agency with over 50 employees, was
required to have an ADA Transition Plan in place. The ADA Transition Plan is also a requirement in
order to be eligible for grant funds. The plan is to be reviewed on an annual basis and updated
accordingly. He mentioned receiving only 1 comment regarding the plan which was from Cathy
Contarino of Impact CIL. Ms. Contarino advised the plan was thorough and well done.
Mayor Miller spoke of the need for a thorough plan that is ever changing. He thanked Mr. Turner for
his efforts.
A motion was made by Councilman Green, seconded by Councilman Stehman
to approve. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 4 - Brombolich, Stehman, Green, and Miller
Nay: 0
Absent: 1 - Jerome
Abstain: 0
4. Resolution Appointing a Member to the Planning Commission (Michelle
Forneris)
Attachments: Agenda Item Report
Resolution
Application
Asst. City Manager Jackson advised Ms. Forneris would fill the vacancy created by Tony Hausmann,
City Councilman elect, on the Planning Commission. He advised Ms. Forneris is a City resident with
an engineering background and has worked for the Missouri Department of Transportation.
Councilman Stehman spoke of the professionalism among the Planning Commission members.
Councilman Brombolich spoke of her appreciation for the volunteers who serve on the various City
boards and commissions.
Mayor Miller spoke of meeting Ms. Forneris and recall knowing her. He thanked her for being willing
to serve.
A motion was made by Councilman Brombolich, seconded by Councilman
Green to approve. The motion carried by the following vote:
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Aye: 4 - Brombolich, Stehman, Green, and Miller
Nay: 0
Absent: 1 - Jerome
Abstain: 0
N. OLD BUSINESS
O. CLOSED SESSION
Mayor Miller asked for a motion to proceed into closed session in accordance with 5 ILCS 120/2(c):
1. Appointment, employment, compensation, discipline or performance of employees
A motion was made by Councilman Stehman, seconded by Councilman Green.
to approve. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 4 - Brombolich, Stehman, Green, and Miller
Nay: 0
Absent: 1 - Jerome
Abstain: 0
P. ANNOUNCEMENTS
Q. ADJOURNMENT
A motion was made by Councilman Brombolich, seconded by Councilman
Green to adjourn at 7:20 pm. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 4 - Brombolich, Stehman, Green, and Miller
Nay: 0
Absent: 1 - Jerome
Abstain: 0
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ADDRESSING THE COUNCIL DURING SPEAKERS FROM THE FLOOR
Below are the rules for input during City Council meetings as set out in Ordinance No. 4765 entitled “Ordinance
Governing Speakers From the Floor During Meetings of the City Council and the Commission, Boards, and
Sub-Bodies of Collinsville, Illinois”. Speakers may address the Council during the time designated as Speakers
From the Floor on the agenda.
RULE 1: Speakers shall be allowed only during “Speakers from the Floor,” or at any other time if requested by a
member of the City Council.
RULE 2: Input must relate to a matter under the authority of the City of Collinsville.
RULE 3: Upon request by the meeting Chairman for speakers from the floor, a prospective speaker shall express
the desire to speak, be recognized by the meeting Chairman, approach the designated podium, and state their
name and general subject matter to which they will address the City Council.
RULE 4: After establishing their identity, prospective speakers shall immediately address only the City Council.
RULE 5: Each speaker is limited to four (4) minutes to address the City Council. No extensions will be granted
and no time shall be compensated to the speaker resulting from interruptions by or discussion with the City
Council, City Manager, or any other City officer or employee.
RULE 6: Speakers shall address only the City Council collectively or its members individually. Speakers shall
speak to issues and shall refrain from personal attacks on City appointed officials and employees. Speakers may
not address issues related to pending litigation in which the City or its subsidiary bodies, officers, agents,
employees, boards or commissions is a party.
RULE 7: Speakers shall not be permitted to advertise, solicit, request, urge, summon, or cajole the City Council or
the general public, except as otherwise provided for herein, with regard to any products, goods, services,
information, gains, losses, advantages, consequences, or any other similar matter, notwithstanding that there may
or may not be any pecuniary, monetary, financial or property gain, loss, or benefit to the speaker or any other
person or entity.
RULE 8: Speakers shall act and speak with decorum and conform to conventional social manners in speech,
writing, dress, and behavior. The audience shall refrain from conduct that disrupts the meeting in any way such
as clapping, booing, loud talking or outbursts. A speaker may be immediately terminated at the meeting
Chairman’s discretion.
RULE 9: Determination of breaches of this Ordinance shall be made by the meeting Chairman. The meeting
Chairman customarily will warn the speaker or members of the audience of inappropriate behavior through one
warning use of the gavel. Subsequent inappropriate behavior shall result in the immediate removal of the
responsible parties at the discretion of the meeting Chairman.
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Agenda
City of Collinsville
125 S. Center Street
Collinsville, IL 62234
Regular Meeting Agenda
Monday, April 22, 2019
6:30 PM
Council Chambers
City Council
Councilman Jeff Stehman
Councilman Cheryl Brombolich
Councilman Donna Green
Councilman David Jerome
Mayor John Miller
City Manager Mitch Bair
Corporate Counsel Steve Giacoletto
City Clerk Kim Wasser
City Council Regular Meeting Agenda April 22, 2019
A. CALL MEETING TO ORDER
B. ROLL CALL
C. INVOCATION
D. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
E. PROCLAMATIONS/RECOGNITION/PRESENTATIONS
1. Building Safety Month Proclamation
Attachments: Proclamation
2. Motorcycle Awareness Month Proclamation
Attachments: Proclamation
F. BUSINESS PRIOR TO PUBLIC INPUT
G. COUNCIL DISCUSSION
H. SPEAKERS FROM THE FLOOR
Speakers may address the Council under the terms of Ordinance No. 4765. Time is
limited to 4 minutes per speaker. Please refer to the last page of the agenda for
specific rules governing input.
I. COMMENTS & ANNOUNCEMENTS - MAYOR
J COMMENTS & ANNOUNCEMENTS - COUNCIL MEMBERS
K. COMMENTS & ANNOUNCEMENTS - CITY STAFF
L. CONSENT AGENDA
1. Motion to Approve Payment of Bills for the Period Ending April 12, 2019, in
the Amount of $761,680.44
Attachments: Agenda Item Report
BOARD LIST 04-05-19
BOARD LIST 04-12-19
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2. Motion to Approve Payroll for the Period Ending April 12, 2019, in the
Amount of $711,920.45
Attachments: Agenda Item Report
Board List 04-05-19
Board List 04-05-19 (2)
3. Motion to Approve Minutes of the April 8, 2019 Council Meeting
Attachments: Agenda Item Report
04082019RegMtg
4. Resolution Appointing a Member to the Police Pension Board (Pam Reid)
Attachments: Agenda Item Report
Resolution
5. Resolution Reappointing a Member of the Community Appearance Board
(Janice Georg)
Attachments: Agenda Item Report
Letter of Interest
Resolution
6. Resolution Reappointing Members to the Collinsville Planning Commission
(Scott Rayho, Erik Illies)
Attachments: Agenda Item Report
Resolution
M. NEW BUSINESS
1. Resolution Authorizing the Allocation of Water Enterprise Funds as Leveraged
Funds for the Courtland Place Water Main Replacement Project
Attachments: Agenda Item Report
Resolution
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2. Resolution Giving Final Plat Approval to Subdivision Under Collinsville
Subdivision Control Ordinance Being a Subdivision In Part Of The Northeast
Quarter of Section 29, Township 3 North, Range 8 West of the 3rd Principal
Meridian, City of Collinsville, Madison County, Illinois (Re-Subdivision of Lot
5, Lot 6, and Outlot A of Sandridge Villas)
Attachments: Agenda Item Report
Resolution
Planning Commission Staff Report
Final Plat
Draft Planning Commission Minutes
3. Resolution Authorizing the Adoption of the Americans with Disabilities Act
Transition Plan for the City of Collinsville, Illinois
Attachments: Agenda Item Report
Resolution
City of Collinsville ADA Transition Plan 2019
4. Resolution Appointing a Member to the Planning Commission (Michelle
Forneris)
Attachments: Agenda Item Report
Resolution
Application
N. OLD BUSINESS
O. CLOSED SESSION
Discuss in accordance with 5 ILCS 120/2(c):
1. Appointment, employment, compensation, discipline or performance of employees
2. Collective bargaining
3. The selection or performance of a person in a public office
5. The purchase or lease of real property
6. The setting of a price for sale or lease of property
7. The sale or purchase of securities, investments, or investment contracts.
8. Security procedures
11. Pending or Threatened or Imminent Litigation
21. Discussion of Closed Meeting minutes
P. ANNOUNCEMENTS
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Q. ADJOURNMENT
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ADDRESSING THE COUNCIL DURING SPEAKERS FROM THE FLOOR
Below are the rules for input during City Council meetings as set out in Ordinance No. 4765 entitled “Ordinance
Governing Speakers From the Floor During Meetings of the City Council and the Commission, Boards, and
Sub-Bodies of Collinsville, Illinois”. Speakers may address the Council during the time designated as Speakers
From the Floor on the agenda.
RULE 1: Speakers shall be allowed only during “Speakers from the Floor,” or at any other time if requested by a
member of the City Council.
RULE 2: Input must relate to a matter under the authority of the City of Collinsville.
RULE 3: Upon request by the meeting Chairman for speakers from the floor, a prospective speaker shall
express the desire to speak, be recognized by the meeting Chairman, approach the designated podium, and state
their name and general subject matter to which they will address the City Council.
RULE 4: After establishing their identity, prospective speakers shall immediately address only the City Council.
RULE 5: Each speaker is limited to four (4) minutes to address the City Council. No extensions will be granted
and no time shall be compensated to the speaker resulting from interruptions by or discussion with the City
Council, City Manager, or any other City officer or employee.
RULE 6: Speakers shall address only the City Council collectively or its members individually. Speakers shall
speak to issues and shall refrain from personal attacks on City appointed officials and employees. Speakers may
not address issues related to pending litigation in which the City or its subsidiary bodies, officers, agents,
employees, boards or commissions is a party.
RULE 7: Speakers shall not be permitted to advertise, solicit, request, urge, summon, or cajole the City Council or
the general public, except as otherwise provided for herein, with regard to any products, goods, services,
information, gains, losses, advantages, consequences, or any other similar matter, notwithstanding that there may
or may not be any pecuniary, monetary, financial or property gain, loss, or benefit to the speaker or any other
person or entity.
RULE 8: Speakers shall act and speak with decorum and conform to conventional social manners in speech,
writing, dress, and behavior. The audience shall refrain from conduct that disrupts the meeting in any way such
as clapping, booing, loud talking or outbursts. A speaker may be immediately terminated at the meeting
Chairman’s discretion.
RULE 9: Determination of breaches of this Ordinance shall be made by the meeting Chairman. The meeting
Chairman customarily will warn the speaker or members of the audience of inappropriate behavior through one
warning use of the gavel. Subsequent inappropriate behavior shall result in the immediate removal of the
responsible parties at the discretion of the meeting Chairman.
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