City of Centralia City Council met Oct. 25.
Here are the minutes provided by the council:
This meeting was conducted and attended as a full hybrid meeting. The City Council for Centralia, Illinois met in person with a video conference option for the public. Mayor Kuder called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.
ROLL CALL
Present: Mayor Kuder, Councilman Castellari, Councilman Griffin, & Councilman Jackson
Absent: Councilman Smith
Staff Members Participating Physically at City Hall: Scott Randall, City Manager; Derek Sherman, Assistant City Manager/Economic Development Director; Gayla Harting, Community Development Director; Jeff Schwartz; Public Works Director; Michelle Liggett, Finance Director; Chief Dodson, Police Department; John Lynch Fire Department; Bill Agee, City Treasurer; William Smith, City Attorney; and Kim Enke, City Clerk
Staff Members Participating Electronically: None
PRAYER & PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Mayor Kuder led the Pledge of Allegiance and Vernell Burris led the prayer.
AMENDMENTS AND/OR ADDITIONS TO AGENDA
None
PUBLIC PARTICIPATION
Tim Snyder thanked Councilman Jackson for his statements at the last meeting and City Manager Scott Randall for following up with him about the question he had. He stated that he received a call from the City Manager and although it was not the answer he wanted, he was grateful that he considered other alternatives. He stated that he will standby for any questions and help in any way.
Steve Coleman asked if the intersections near Walmart could be reviewed and traffic lights be added. He also questioned if the City is prepared for the snow removal for the season and if more emphasis could be put on the northeast part of the city.
Vernell Burris discussed the 2020 census and the decreasing population in Illinois. He stated that with the population and revenue decreasing, consolidations of communities should be considered. Mr. Burris also requested that stop signs be considered at Rasback and Franklin, Jackson and Cormick, and E. Kell and Franklin that currently do not have stop signs in place. He also expressed that the he hopes the City Council will consider the swimming pool in the budget. He stated that the city is too large to not have a pool.
Mayor Kuder recognized the retirement of Public Property Foreman Patrick Stedelin following 36 years of service and recognition of the retirement of Police Sergeant James Ramsey following 25 years of service.
CONSENT AGENDA
A Motion was made by Councilman Jackson and seconded by Councilman Griffin to Approve Items 1-5 of the Consent Agenda.
1. Approval Of The Minutes Of The October 12, 2021 City Council Meeting
2. Approval Of The Minutes Of The October 20, 2021 City Council Retreat
3. Approval Of Payrolls And Vouchers In The Amount Of $967,432.46
4. Receive And Place On File The Monthly Treasurer’s Report As Of September 31, 2021
5. An Ordinance Approving The Closure And Use Of Streets And Sidewalks For The Downtown Centralia Christmas Stroll On December 3, 2021
Ayes: Councilman Castellari, Councilman Griffin, Councilman Jackson, and Mayor Kuder
Nays: None
A majority of the Council voting aye, the motion carried.
REPORTS AND COMMUNICATIONS
None
BIDS
None
ORDINANCES
City Attorney Smith gave a brief overview of the Class H license to be considered. He stated that it is a special designation license that has defined terms for cosmetic services establishments such as barber shops or salons. He stated that there are also terms to exclude certain businesses such as tanning salons, nail salons, body piercing establishments and tattoo parlors. He stated that it was tailored to meet the request that was made to the Mayor and Council. He stated that each applicant or renewal applicant will have to provide evidence to the Liquor Control Commissioner that at least 51% of the gross sales are coming from salon services including cuts, colors, etc. He stated that they will also have to provide proof of registration from the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulations. He stated that this will ensure that they are an actual salon or barber shop. He stated that no outdoor signage will be allowed on or around the building to advertise that liquor is being sold. He noted that in addition to these requirements, the servers at the establishment will be required to be BASSET trained and the time for service of alcohol will be between the hours of 10 a.m. and 10 p.m. which is different from the other licenses that are able to serve until 2 a.m. Councilman Griffin asked what the insurance requirements included. Attorney Smith noted that they have the same dram shop insurance requirements as any of the other licensed establishments. Councilman Castellari asked if this was the first license of this kind issued. Attorney Smith stated that this is the first kind for salons but there are other special designation licenses for certain types of establishments such as wineries and breweries. He stated that this license is tailored for a business with a specific need. Mayor Kuder explained the process to create this license stating that he contacted the salon after learning that they had been denied a license previously by the previous administration when it was requested. He stated research was done on other communities that have similar establishments. He stated that many were in the Metro East. He stated that they are selling an experience to their customers. He stated that he discussed the business with the owner and managers, and they completed an application. He stated that the Clerk, Attorney, and himself reviewed the request and started working out how they could best put it forth for the City of Centralia. He noted that is why there are certain requirements such as the limits to signage, hours, and basset training for each server. A Motion was made by Councilman Castellari and seconded by Councilman Jackson to Approve An Ordinance Amending The Centralia Municipal Code Regarding The Addition Of The H Class Of Liquor Licenses.
Ayes: Councilman Castellari, Councilman Griffin, Councilman Jackson, and Mayor Kuder
Nays: None
A majority of the Council voting aye, the motion carried.
RESOLUTIONS
None
OTHER BUSINESS
None
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
None
REPORTS
City Manager Randall reported that the public works clean up was not able to be completed by Friday but hope to complete it early this week. He stated that also the budget preparation is on target to be ready by Monday, November 8th for the Council and then work sessions will be scheduled for the formal adoption of the budget.
Councilman Castellari, regarding Mr. Coleman’s inquiry about the winter plan for snow removal, asked if there was a plan in place. Public Works Director Schwartz stated that there is a plan in place for winter snow removal.
ADJOURNMENT
A motion was made by Councilman Griffin and seconded by Councilman Jackson to Adjourn The Meeting.
Ayes: Councilman Castellari, Councilman Griffin, Councilman Jackson, and Mayor Kuder
Nays: None
A majority of the Council voting aye, the motion carried, and the meeting was adjourned at 6:17 p.m.
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