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City of Rockford City Council Met April 19.

Here is the minutes provided by the council:

I. CALL TO ORDER

Mayor McNamara called the meeting to order at 5:42 p.m. Aldermen Hervey, Ervins and Thompson-Kelly appeared via teleconference.

A. Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance

The invocation was given by Alderman Beach and the Pledge of Allegiance was led by Mayor McNamara.

B. Roll Call

Attendee Name	Organization	Title	Status	Arrived
Tim Durkee	City of Rockford	Alderman	Late	6:11 PM
Jonathan Logemann	City of Rockford	Alderman	Present
Chad Tuneberg	City of Rockford	Alderman	Present
Kevin Frost	City of Rockford	Alderman	Present
Venita Hervey	City of Rockford	Alderman	Remote
Natavias Ervins	City of Rockford	Alderman	Remote
Ann Thompson-Kelly	City of Rockford	Alderman	Remote
Karen Hoffman	City of Rockford	Alderman	Present
Bill Rose	City of Rockford	Alderman	Present
Franklin C. Beach	City of Rockford	Alderman	Present
Tuffy Quinonez	City of Rockford	Alderman	Present
Ginger Hanley	City of Rockford	Alderman	Present
Linda McNeely	City of Rockford	Alderman	Absent

C. Acceptance of the Journal

1. Journal of Proceedings for the Special City Council meeting held on March 22, 2021.

Alderman Beach moved to accept the Journal of Proceedings for the

Special City Council meeting held on March 22, 2021, seconded by

Alderman Quinonez. MOTION PREVAILED with a unanimous roll call vote (Aldermen Durkee and McNeely were absent).

II. PROCLAMATIONS

There were no proclamations presented during this meeting.

III. PUBLIC HEARING

1. Public Hearing on the Amendment to the 2020 Comprehensive Plan to include the 11th Street Corridor Study.

Mayor McNamara called upon Alderman Rose to conduct the Public Hearing for the amendment to the 2020 Comprehensive Plan to include the 11th Street Corridor Study.

Alderman Rose called the Public Hearing to order at 5:45 p.m. pursuant to 65 Illinois Compiled Statues 5/11-12-7-1, a Public Hearing must be conducted by the corporate authorities upon submission of a proposed amendment to an existing Comprehensive Plan. Notice of this hearing was given by publication in the Rockford Register Star on April 1, 2021. That notice informed citizens of Rockford that the Rockford City Council would hold a Public Hearing on Monday, April 19, 2021 at 5:30 p.m. in Council Chambers, on the 2nd floor, at Rockford City Hall, located at 425 E. State Street, Rockford, Illinois for the consideration of a proposed amendment to the 2020 Comprehensive Plan to include the 11th Street Corridor Study.

Alderman Rose asked for questions or comments from the council members and the general public with regard to the proposed amendment to the 2020

Comprehensive Plan to include the 11th Street Corridor Study. Hearing none, the Public Hearing was adjourned at 5:47 p.m.

The meeting returned to regular business at 5:48 p.m.

IV. PUBLIC SPEAKERS

1. Rev. Earl Dotson of Rockford, Illinois spoke about how the Illinois Legislative Black Caucus advocates for justice for black citizens.

2. John Tac Brantley of Rockford, Illinois shared his feelings regarding helping others in need and he encouraged citizens to participate in the Great American Cleanup Day on April 24, 2021.

V. PETITIONS AND COMMUNICATIONS

A. Planning and Development Committee

1. Memorandum from Karl Franzen, Community and Economic Development Director, regarding a Tax Increment Financing Loan (TIF) Agreement with Awaken Foundation L3C. Referred to Planning and Development Committee.

B. Code and Regulation Committee

1. Zoning Board of Appeals Agenda for the meeting to be held on April 20, 2021 and Minutes from that meeting for consideration at the Code and Regulation Committee meeting on April 26, 2021. Referred to Code and Regulation Committee.

2. Liquor and Tobacco Advisory Board Agenda for the meeting to be held on April 20, 2021 and Minutes from that meeting for consideration at the Code and Regulation Committee meeting on April 26, 2021. Referred to Code and Regulation Committee.

3. Memorandum from Martin Bloom, Project Manager-Permits and Special Events, regarding upcoming special events which include: Pride Month Kick-Off Party, Pasqua Mercato, Inclusion Pride Party, Arts Happening Downtown and Alpine Kiwanis Brat Days. Referred to Code and Regulation Committee.

4. Memorandum from Megan McNeill, Assistant City Attorney, regarding the Pre-Annexation of 1203 South Meridian Road. Referred to Code and Regulation Committee.

5. Memorandum from Scott Capovilla, Planning and Zoning Manager, regarding the final Plat No. 6 of Rockford Crossing Subdivision. Referred to Code and Regulation Committee.

6. Memorandum from Mike Hakanson, Land Transaction Officer, regarding the authorization to place for sale a portion of the city-owned property located at 1057 Kilburn Road. Referred to Code and Regulation Committee.

7. Memorandum from Scott Capovilla, Planning and Zoning Manager, regarding the authorization to allow the Zoning Officer to file a Text Amendment for Article 80-009-D. Referred to Code and Regulation Committee.

C. Finance and Personnel Committee

1. Memorandum from Kyle Saunders, Public Works Director, regarding the acceptance of the Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) Rebuild Illinois Capital Grant Award for Downtown Streetscape Improvements. Referred to Finance and Personnel Committee.

2. Memorandum from Xavier Whitford, Central Services Manager, regarding the 2020 Supplemental Appropriation Ordinance (SAO). Referred to Finance and Personnel Committee.

3. Memorandum from Kyle Saunders, Public Works Director, regarding the approval of the Private Tree Removal Program. Referred to Finance and Personnel Committee.

4. Alderman Frost opened a bid for the city-owned property located at 1210 6th Avenue from Ryan Smith of Rockford, Illinois in the amount of $1,000.00. Referred to Finance and Personnel Committee.

5. Memorandum from Kyle Saunders, Public Works Director, regarding a Development Agreement for Downtown Streetscape Enhancements with Rockford Area Convention & Visitors Bureau (RACVB). Referred to Finance and Personnel Committee.

6. Memorandum from Jennifer Jaeger, Community Services Director, regarding the acceptance of seven (7) grant awards for Weatherization, Homeless Prevention, and Utility Payment Assistance. Referred to Finance and Personnel Committee.

VI. NEW COMMITTEE REPORTS

A. Planning and Development Committee

1. 2021-67-CR - Committee recommends approval of the Intergovernmental Agreement with the Rock River Water Reclamation District for installation of an antenna on the City's tower located at 204 South First Street (Fire Administration Building). The Legal Director shall prepare the appropriate ordinance.

Alderman Rose, on behalf of the Planning and Development Committee, read in the committee report and placed it up for passage.

RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Logemann, Tuneberg, Frost, Hervey, Ervins, Thompson-Kelly, Hoffman, Rose, Beach, Quinonez, Hanley ABSENT: Tim Durkee, Linda McNeely

2. 2021-68-CR - Committee recommends approval of the Pilot Operating Agreement with Bird Rides. The Legal Director shall prepare the appropriate ordinance.

Alderman Rose, on behalf of the Planning and Development Committee, read in the committee report and placed it up for passage.

RESULT: ADOPTED [10 TO 1] AYES: Logemann, Tuneberg, Frost, Ervins, Thompson-Kelly, Hoffman, Rose, Beach, Quinonez, Hanley NAYS: Venita Hervey ABSENT: Tim Durkee, Linda McNeely

B. Code and Regulation Committee

1. 2021-69-CR - Committee recommends sustaining the Liquor and Tobacco Advisory Board's approval for the Modification of an existing Liquor License to add video gaming terminals in conjunction with a restaurant in a C-3, General Commercial Zoning District at 7403 Argus Drive (Alfonso Galluzo/Gerry’s Pizza, Inc. dba Gerry’s Pizza). Subject to amended conditions. The Legal Director shall prepare the appropriate ordinance.

Alderman Beach, on behalf of the Code and Regulation Committee, read in the committee report and placed it up for passage.

RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Logemann, Tuneberg, Frost, Hervey, Ervins, Thompson-Kelly, Hoffman, Rose, Beach, Quinonez, Hanley ABSENT: Tim Durkee, Linda McNeely

2. 2021-70-CR - Committee recommends sustaining the Liquor and Tobacco Advisory Board's approval for the Sale of Tobacco Products in conjunction with a hookah lounge in a C-3 General Commercial Zoning District at 2510 South Alpine Road (LIT Hookah Bar, LLC dba LIT Hookah Bar/Applicant). Subject to amended conditions. The Legal Director shall prepare the appropriate ordinance.

Alderman Beach, on behalf of the Code and Regulation Committee, read in the committee report and placed it up for passage.

RESULT: ADOPTED [8 TO 3] AYES: Logemann, Tuneberg, Frost, Ervins, Thompson-Kelly, Hoffman, Rose, Hanley NAYS: Venita Hervey, Franklin C. Beach, Tuffy Quinonez ABSENT: Tim Durkee, Linda McNeely

3. 2021-71-CR - Committee recommends approval of the request to enact an ordinance to prohibit the use of groundwater as a potable water supply at 3005 North Rockton Avenue. The Legal Director shall prepare the appropriate ordinance.

Alderman Beach, on behalf of the Code and Regulation Committee, read in the committee report and placed it up for passage.

RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Logemann, Tuneberg, Frost, Hervey, Ervins, Thompson-Kelly, Hoffman, Rose, Beach, Quinonez, Hanley ABSENT: Tim Durkee, Linda McNeely

4. 2021-72-CR - Committee recommends approval of the amendments to the City of Rockford Code of Ordinances Chapter 19, Article I Sec. 19-13 - Disorderly Conduct. The Legal Director shall prepare the appropriate ordinance.

Alderman Beach, on behalf of the Code and Regulation Committee, read in the committee report and placed it up for passage.

RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Logemann, Tuneberg, Frost, Hervey, Ervins, Thompson-Kelly, Hoffman, Rose, Beach, Quinonez, Hanley ABSENT: Tim Durkee, Linda McNeely

5. 2021-73-CR - Committee recommends approval of the amendments to the City of Rockford Code of Ordinances Chapter 2, Division 5 (Human Services Department). The Legal Director shall prepare the appropriate ordinance.

Alderman Beach, on behalf of the Code and Regulation Committee, read in the committee report and placed it up for passage.

RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Logemann, Tuneberg, Frost, Hervey, Ervins, Thompson-Kelly, Hoffman, Rose, Beach, Quinonez, Hanley ABSENT: Tim Durkee, Linda McNeely

6. 2021-74-CR - Committee recommends approval of the request for authorization to place for sale the city-owned parcel located at 17xx Blackhawk Road. The Legal Director shall prepare the appropriate ordinance.

Alderman Beach, on behalf of the Code and Regulation Committee, read in the committee report and placed it up for passage.

RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Logemann, Tuneberg, Frost, Hervey, Ervins, Thompson-Kelly, Hoffman, Rose, Beach, Quinonez, Hanley ABSENT: Tim Durkee, Linda McNeely

C. Finance and Personnel Committee

1. 2021-75-CR - Committee recommends approval of the vouchers in the amount of $6,481,779.00 as approved at the Finance and Personnel Committee meeting held on April 12, 2021.

Alderman Frost, on behalf of the Finance and Personnel Committee, read in the committee report and placed it up for passage.

RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Logemann, Tuneberg, Frost, Hervey, Ervins, Thompson-Kelly, Hoffman, Rose, Beach, Quinonez, Hanley ABSENT: Tim Durkee, Linda McNeely

2. 2021-76-CR - Committee recommends approval of Voluntary Employee Beneficiary Association (VEBA) Plan for IAFF members. This is an employee funded retirement health care supplement that is a pass through service by the City of Rockford. The Legal Director shall prepare the appropriate ordinance.

Alderman Frost, on behalf of the Finance and Personnel Committee, read in the committee report and placed it up for passage.

RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Logemann, Tuneberg, Frost, Hervey, Ervins, Thompson-Kelly, Hoffman, Rose, Beach, Quinonez, Hanley ABSENT: Tim Durkee, Linda McNeely

3. 2021-77-CR - Committee recommends approval of the extension of the Intergovernmental Agreement with Rockford Public School District 205 for police services. The Legal Director shall prepare the appropriate ordinance.

Alderman Frost, on behalf of the Finance and Personnel Committee, read in the committee report and placed it up for passage.

RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Logemann, Tuneberg, Frost, Hervey, Ervins, Thompson-Kelly, Hoffman, Rose, Beach, Quinonez, Hanley ABSENT: Tim Durkee, Linda McNeely

4. 2021-78-CR - Committee recommends approval of the update to the Fee Schedule to include Hookah License. The Legal Director shall prepare the appropriate ordinance.

Alderman Frost, on behalf of the Finance and Personnel Committee, read in the committee report and placed it up for passage.

RESULT: ADOPTED [10 TO 1] AYES: Logemann, Tuneberg, Frost, Ervins, Thompson-Kelly, Hoffman, Rose, Beach, Quinonez, Hanley NAYS: Venita Hervey ABSENT: Tim Durkee, Linda McNeely

VII. APPOINTMENTS LAID OVER

1. Appointment of Tom Okite to the Traffic Commission for a five-year term, effective upon the retirement of Fred Lierman. (Pursuant to Rule 18, this appointment will be up for passage after May 5, 2021.)

RESULT: LAID OVER Next: 5/3/2021 5:30 PM

2. Appointment of Ana Montoya to the Community Relations Commission to fill the vacant position left by Charles Prorok. This appointment is for a three-year term. (Pursuant to Rule 18, this appointment will be up for passage after May 12, 2021.)

RESULT: LAID OVER Next: 5/3/2021 5:30 PM

VIII. MOTIONS AND RESOLUTIONS

A. Planning and Development Committee

1. 2021-62-R - Committee recommends approval of the proposed amendment to the 2020 Comprehensive Plan to include the 11th Street Corridor Study.

Alderman Rose, on behalf of the Planning and Development Committee, read in the resolution and placed it up for passage.

RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Logemann, Tuneberg, Frost, Hervey, Ervins, Thompson-Kelly, Hoffman, Rose, Beach, Quinonez, Hanley ABSENT: Tim Durkee, Linda McNeely

2. 2021-63-R - Resolution in support of World Migratory Bird Day.

Alderman Rose, on behalf of the Planning and Development Committee, read in the resolution and placed it up for passage.

RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Logemann, Tuneberg, Frost, Hervey, Ervins, Thompson-Kelly, Hoffman, Rose, Beach, Quinonez, Hanley ABSENT: Tim Durkee, Linda McNeely

B. Code and Regulation Committee

1. 2021-64-R - Committee recommends approval of the request to file as Legal Objector on Winnebago County Zoning Petition Z-02-21 at 1975 North Lyford Road (NE Corner of Rote and Lyford).

Alderman Beach, on behalf of the Code and Regulation Committee, read in the resolution and placed it up for passage.

RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Logemann, Tuneberg, Frost, Hervey, Ervins, Thompson-Kelly, Hoffman, Rose, Beach, Quinonez, Hanley ABSENT: Tim Durkee, Linda McNeely

2. 2021-65-R - Committee recommends approval of the Rockford City Market

This ongoing event is scheduled for every Friday, beginning May 21st–

September 24th for the following hours:

May 21st– September 3rd 3:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.

September 10th– September 24th 3:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.

Alderman Beach, on behalf of the Code and Regulation Committee, read in the resolution and placed it up for passage.

RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Logemann, Tuneberg, Frost, Hervey, Ervins, Thompson-Kelly, Hoffman, Rose, Beach, Quinonez, Hanley ABSENT: Tim Durkee, Linda McNeely

3. 2021-66-R - Committee recommends approval of the North End Market

This ongoing event is scheduled for every Saturday, beginning on May 22nd– October 16th from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. The market will be set up in Municipal Lot 33 at Myott Avenue and Toner Avenue

Alderman Beach, on behalf of the Code and Regulation Committee, read in the resolution and placed it up for passage.

RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Logemann, Tuneberg, Frost, Hervey, Ervins, Thompson-Kelly, Hoffman, Rose, Beach, Quinonez, Hanley ABSENT: Tim Durkee, Linda McNeely

4. 2021-67-R - Committee recommends approval of the RPS 2.05 Fun Run and IDOT Resolution

This event is scheduled for May 29th from 5:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. The run will step off at 6:30 p.m.

Alderman Beach, on behalf of the Code and Regulation Committee, read in the resolution and placed it up for passage.

RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Logemann, Tuneberg, Frost, Hervey, Ervins, Thompson-Kelly, Hoffman, Rose, Beach, Quinonez, Hanley ABSENT: Tim Durkee, Linda McNeely

5. 2021-68-R - Committee recommends approval of the Girl Scouts Over the Edge Event and IDOT Resolution

This event is scheduled for June 4th and June 5th in front of the SupplyCore Building. The times are as follows:

June 4th 1:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

June 5th 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Alderman Beach, on behalf of the Code and Regulation Committee, read in the resolution and placed it up for passage.

RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Logemann, Tuneberg, Frost, Hervey, Ervins, Thompson-Kelly, Hoffman, Rose, Beach, Quinonez, Hanley ABSENT: Tim Durkee, Linda McNeely

6. 2021-69-R - Committee recommends approval of the Head of the Rock Regatta

This event is scheduled for October 10th from 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at 200 Y Blvd. along the Rock River.

Alderman Beach, on behalf of the Code and Regulation Committee, read in the resolution and placed it up for passage.

RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Logemann, Tuneberg, Frost, Hervey, Ervins, Thompson-Kelly, Hoffman, Rose, Beach, Quinonez, Hanley ABSENT: Tim Durkee, Linda McNeely

C. Finance and Personnel Committee

1. 2021-70-R - Committee recommends approval of the Award of Bid: East State Street and New Towne Drive Pedestrian Signals to N-TRAK Group, of Loves Park, Illinois in the amount of $479,505.26. The contract is estimated to be completed October 15, 2021. The funding source is Sales Tax.

Alderman Frost, on behalf of the Finance and Personnel Committee, read in the resolution and placed it up for passage.

RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Durkee, Logemann, Tuneberg, Frost, Hervey, Ervins, Thompson Kelly, Hoffman, Rose, Beach, Quinonez, Hanley ABSENT: Linda McNeely

2. 2021-71-R - Committee recommends approval of the Award of Bid: Grounds Maintenance for Water Sites and Fire Stations to LCU Properties, of Machesney Park, Illinois for an amount based on unit pricing with an estimated annual value of $45,000.00 for Water Sites and an estimated annual value of $16,000.00 for Fire Stations. The total contract is estimated at $61,000.00. The contract duration is one (1) year from date of award with four (4) possible one-year extension options.

Annual Price adjustments for CPI considered at contract renewal only.

The funding source is Water Fund and Fire Division Operating Budgets.

Alderman Frost, on behalf of the Finance and Personnel Committee, read in the resolution and placed it up for passage.

RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Durkee, Logemann, Tuneberg, Frost, Hervey, Ervins, Thompson Kelly, Hoffman, Rose, Beach, Quinonez, Hanley ABSENT: Linda McNeely

3. 2021-72-R - Committee recommends approval of the Award of Bid: Grey Iron Sewer Castings to Neenah Foundry, of Neenah, Wisconsin for an estimated value of $125,000.00 based on unit pricing. The contract duration is through March 31, 2022 with four (4) possible one-year extension options. Annual price adjustments for CPI considered at contract renewal only. The funding source is Street Division & Water Fund Operating Budgets.

Alderman Frost, on behalf of the Finance and Personnel Committee, read in the resolution and placed it up for passage.

RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Durkee, Logemann, Tuneberg, Frost, Hervey, Ervins, Thompson Kelly, Hoffman, Rose, Beach, Quinonez, Hanley ABSENT: Linda McNeely

4. 2021-73-R - Committee recommends approval of the Award of Professional Services: Water Loss Control Program 2021 to M.E. Simpson Co., Inc., of Valparaiso, Indiana in the amount of $63,450.00. The contract duration is 12 months. The funding source is Water Fund Operating Budget.

Alderman Frost, on behalf of the Finance and Personnel Committee, read in the resolution and placed it up for passage.

RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Durkee, Logemann, Tuneberg, Frost, Hervey, Ervins, Thompson Kelly, Hoffman, Rose, Beach, Quinonez, Hanley ABSENT: Linda McNeely

5. 2021-74-R - Committee recommends approval of the Award of Joint Purchasing Contract: Purchase of Police Vehicle to Currie Motors Fleet, of Forest Park, Illinois in the amount of $34,772.00. The funding source is Private Fundraising.

Alderman Frost, on behalf of the Finance and Personnel Committee, read in the resolution and placed it up for passage.

RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Durkee, Logemann, Tuneberg, Frost, Hervey, Ervins, Thompson Kelly, Hoffman, Rose, Beach, Quinonez, Hanley ABSENT: Linda McNeely

6. 2021-75-R - Committee recommends approval of the acceptance of State of Illinois, Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity Grant Award for the Police Department in the amount of $400,000.00. The purpose of this grant is to assist with the completion of the Police Department's Shepherd Trail Facility's weapons firing range.

Alderman Frost, on behalf of the Finance and Personnel Committee, read in the resolution and placed it up for passage.

RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Durkee, Logemann, Tuneberg, Frost, Hervey, Ervins, Thompson Kelly, Hoffman, Rose, Beach, Quinonez, Hanley ABSENT: Linda McNeely

7. 2021-76-R - Committee recommends approval of the application for Bloomberg Asphalt Art Initiative Grant for public art and traffic safety interventions. This grant is a competitive grant and the maximum amount is $25,000.00. The Rockford Arts Council would be the co-applicant.

The estimated project amount is $31,000.00, of which the City's responsibility is estimated to be $6,000.00. The funding source is Traffic Operation Budget.

Alderman Frost, on behalf of the Finance and Personnel Committee, read in the resolution and placed it up for passage.

RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Durkee, Logemann, Tuneberg, Frost, Hervey, Ervins, Thompson Kelly, Hoffman, Rose, Beach, Quinonez, Hanley ABSENT: Linda McNeely

8. 2021-77-R - Committee recommends approval of the acceptance of the Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) Rebuild Illinois Capital Grant Program for Davis Park Improvements in the amount of $250,000.00. The grant does not require a cost match.

Alderman Frost, on behalf of the Finance and Personnel Committee, read in the resolution and placed it up for passage.

RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Durkee, Logemann, Tuneberg, Frost, Hervey, Ervins, Thompson Kelly, Hoffman, Rose, Beach, Quinonez, Hanley ABSENT: Linda McNeely

9. 2021-78-R - Committee recommends approval of the acceptance of Restore, Reinvest, Renew (R3) Grant from Illinois Criminal Justice

Information Agency in an amount of up to $520,783.00. The grant does not require a cost match. The initial grant term is from February 1, 2021 to January 31, 2022 with a renewal for an additional two years.

Alderman Frost, on behalf of the Finance and Personnel Committee, read in the resolution and placed it up for passage.

RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Durkee, Logemann, Tuneberg, Frost, Hervey, Ervins, Thompson Kelly, Hoffman, Rose, Beach, Quinonez, Hanley ABSENT: Linda McNeely

10. 2021-79-R - Committee recommends approval of a resolution authorizing negotiation of an Electrical Municipal Aggregation Contract. The current electrical municipal aggregation supply is with Nordic and expires in September 2021.

Alderman Frost, on behalf of the Finance and Personnel Committee, read in the resolution and placed it up for passage.

RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Durkee, Logemann, Tuneberg, Frost, Hervey, Ervins, Thompson Kelly, Hoffman, Rose, Beach, Quinonez, Hanley ABSENT: Linda McNeely

IX. NEW BUSINESS (ORDINANCES)

A. Planning and Development Committee

1. 2021-64-O - An ordinance approving the Intergovernmental Agreement with the Rock River Water Reclamation District for installation of an antenna on the City's tower located at 204 South First Street (Fire Administration Building).

Alderman Rose, on behalf of the Planning and Development Committee, read in the ordinance and placed it up for passage.

RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Durkee, Logemann, Tuneberg, Frost, Hervey, Ervins, Thompson Kelly, Hoffman, Rose, Beach, Quinonez, Hanley ABSENT: Linda McNeely

2. 2021-65-O - An ordinance approving the Pilot Operating Agreement with Bird Rides.

Alderman Rose, on behalf of the Planning and Development Committee, read in the ordinance and placed it up for passage.

RESULT: ADOPTED [11 TO 1] AYES: Durkee, Logemann, Tuneberg, Frost, Ervins, Thompson-Kelly, Hoffman, Rose, Beach, Quinonez, Hanley NAYS: Venita Hervey ABSENT: Linda McNeely

B. Code and Regulation Committee

1. 2021-66-O - An ordinance approving the Modification of an Existing Liquor License to add video gaming terminals in conjunction with a restaurant in a C-3, General Commercial Zoning District at 7403 Argus Drive (Alfonso Galluzo/Gerry’s Pizza, Inc. dba Gerry’s Pizza).

Alderman Beach, on behalf of the Code and Regulation Committee, read in the ordinance and placed it up for passage.

RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Durkee, Logemann, Tuneberg, Frost, Hervey, Ervins, Thompson Kelly, Hoffman, Rose, Beach, Quinonez, Hanley ABSENT: Linda McNeely

2. 2021-67-O - An ordinance approving the Sale of Tobacco Products in conjunction with a hookah lounge in a C-3 General Commercial Zoning District at 2510 South Alpine Road (LIT Hookah Bar, LLC dba LIT Hookah Bar/Applicant).

Alderman Beach, on behalf of the Code and Regulation Committee, read in the ordinance and placed it up for passage.

RESULT: ADOPTED [9 TO 3] AYES: Durkee, Logemann, Tuneberg, Frost, Ervins, Thompson-Kelly, Hoffman, Rose, Hanley NAYS: Venita Hervey, Franklin C. Beach, Tuffy Quinonez ABSENT: Linda McNeely

3. 2021-68-O - An ordinance approving the request to enact an ordinance to prohibit the use of groundwater as a potable water supply at 3005 North Rockton Avenue.

Alderman Beach, on behalf of the Code and Regulation Committee, read in the ordinance and placed it up for passage.

RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Durkee, Logemann, Tuneberg, Frost, Hervey, Ervins, Thompson Kelly, Hoffman, Rose, Beach, Quinonez, Hanley ABSENT: Linda McNeely

4. 2021-69-O - An ordinance approving the amendments to the City of

Rockford Code of Ordinances Chapter 19, Article I Sec. 19-13 - Disorderly Conduct.

Alderman Beach, on behalf of the Code and Regulation Committee, read in the ordinance and placed it up for passage.

RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Durkee, Logemann, Tuneberg, Frost, Hervey, Ervins, Thompson Kelly, Hoffman, Rose, Beach, Quinonez, Hanley ABSENT: Linda McNeely

5. 2021-70-O - An ordinance approving the amendments to the City of Rockford Code of Ordinances Chapter 2, Division 5 (Human Services Department).

Alderman Beach, on behalf of the Code and Regulation Committee, read in the ordinance and placed it up for passage.

RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Durkee, Logemann, Tuneberg, Frost, Hervey, Ervins, Thompson Kelly, Hoffman, Rose, Beach, Quinonez, Hanley ABSENT: Linda McNeely

6. 2021-71-O - An ordinance approving the request for authorization to place for sale the city-owned parcel located at 17xx Blackhawk Road.

Alderman Beach, on behalf of the Code and Regulation Committee, read in the ordinance and placed it up for passage.

RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Durkee, Logemann, Tuneberg, Frost, Hervey, Ervins, Thompson Kelly, Hoffman, Rose, Beach, Quinonez, Hanley ABSENT: Linda McNeely

C. Finance and Personnel Committee

1. 2021-72-O - An ordinance approving the Voluntary Employee Beneficiary Association (VEBA) Plan for IAFF members. This is an employee funded retirement health care supplement that is a pass through service by the City of Rockford.

Alderman Frost, on behalf of the Finance and Personnel Committee, read in the ordinance and placed it up for passage.

RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Durkee, Logemann, Tuneberg, Frost, Hervey, Ervins, Thompson Kelly, Hoffman, Rose, Beach, Quinonez, Hanley ABSENT: Linda McNeely

2. 2021-73-O - An ordinance approving an extension of the

Intergovernmental Agreement with Rockford Public School District 205 for police services.

Alderman Frost, on behalf of the Finance and Personnel Committee, read in the ordinance and placed it up for passage.

RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Durkee, Logemann, Tuneberg, Frost, Hervey, Ervins, Thompson Kelly, Hoffman, Rose, Beach, Quinonez, Hanley ABSENT: Linda McNeely

3. 2021-74-O - An ordinance approving an update to the Fee Schedule to include Hookah License.

Alderman Frost, on behalf of the Finance and Personnel Committee, read in the ordinance and placed it up for passage.

RESULT: ADOPTED [11 TO 1] AYES: Durkee, Logemann, Tuneberg, Frost, Ervins, Thompson-Kelly, Hoffman, Rose, Beach, Quinonez, Hanley NAYS: Venita Hervey ABSENT: Linda McNeely

X. OFFICERS REPORTS

A. Mayor McNamara

Mayor McNamara distributed a memorandum regarding the appointment of Joyce Higgins to the Community Relations Commission. The memorandum indicated that pursuant to Rule 18, the appointment would lay over for 30 days.

Mayor McNamara acknowledged and welcomed Aldermen-Elect Bonne, Prunty and Wilkins to the City Council meeting.

XI. CLOSED SESSION

1. Motion to Convene into Closed Session in order to discuss Pending and/or Threatened Litigation matters

Alderman Rose moved to convene into Closed Session in order to discuss pending and/or threatened litigation matters, seconded by Alderman Beach. MOTION PREVAILED with a unanimous roll call vote (Alderman McNeely was absent).

The meeting convened into Closed Session at 6:20 p.m.

Mayor McNamara called the meeting back into Open Session at 6:28 p.m. and the following aldermen were present: Durkee, Logemann, Tuneberg, Frost, Hervey, Ervins, Thompson-Kelly, Rose, Beach, Quinonez and Hanley (Alderman Hoffman rejoined the meeting at 6:29 p.m. and Alderman McNeely was absent).

RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Durkee, Logemann, Tuneberg, Frost, Hervey, Ervins, Thompson-Kelly, Hoffman, Rose, Beach, Quinonez, Hanley ABSENT: Linda McNeely

XII. ADJOURNMENT

1. Motion to Adjourn

Alderman Beach moved to adjourn the meeting, seconded by Alderman Durkee.

MOTION PREVAILED with a unanimous roll call vote (Alderman McNeely was absent). The meeting was adjourned at 6:30 p.m.

RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Durkee, Logemann, Tuneberg, Frost, Hervey, Ervins, Thompson-Kelly, Hoffman, Rose, Beach, Quinonez, Hanley ABSENT: Linda McNeely

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