South Central Reporter

City of Pana City Council met Sept. 25.

Here are the minutes provided by the council:

Mayor Nathan Pastor called the meeting of the Pana City Council to order at 7:00 P.M.

The Pledge of Allegiance to the flag was recited.

Roll Call showed the following Aldermen as being present: Christer, Eddy, Schneider, Stephens, Scott, Smith, Garrett, Beeson were present. Eight aldermen were present. None were absent.

Scott/Beeson to approve the consent agenda as presented. Items included in the consent agenda are the minutes of the September 11, 2023 regular and closed session meetings, payrolls to be paid on September 22 and 29, 2023, disbursements to be paid October 1, 2023, and the Treasurer’s Report of August 2023. The motion carried on the following roll call vote: Christer, Eddy, Schneider, Stephens, Scott, Smith, Garrett, Beeson voting aye. No nays. Eight ayes.

Scott/Beeson to acknowledge the first presentation of “An Ordinance Designating an Area Near Lake Pana as the Spillway Nature Park.” The motion carried on the following roll call vote: Eddy, Schneider, Stephens, Scott, Smith, Garrett, Beeson, Christer voting aye. No nays. Eight ayes.

The second presentation of “An Ordinance Amending Chapter 13 – Nuisances” is pending committee recommendations.

Schneider/Scott to pass Resolution #23-33, “A Resolution Authorizing Execution of Police Chief Agreement 2023-2025.” The motion carried on the following roll call vote: Schneider, Stephens, Scott, Smith, Garrett, Beeson, Christer, Eddy voting aye. No nays. Eight ayes.

Scott/Smith to pass Resolution #23-34, “A Resolution Approving a Water Main Easement with Pana Bait Co.” The motion carried on the following roll call vote: Stephens, Scott, Smith, Garrett, Beeson, Christer, Eddy, Schneider voting aye. No nays. Eight ayes.

Economic Development Director Kirby Casner informed Council that the DCEO Grant of $200,000 to be put towards demolition costs for Jack Flash can no longer be used for that project and funds need to be allocated to a different project. Pathfinder Disc is requesting reimbursement as agreed to in their Redevelopment Agreement. The building improvements must be complete and in compliance with the Redevelopment Agreement for approval.

Christer/Scott to approve the Special Events Application for the Eagles Lawnmower Poker Run to be held on September 30, 2023. The motion carried on a voice vote.

Stephens/Schneider to approve the Special Events Application for Pana Pride’s December to Remember event which includes Saturday and Sunday setup starting October 14 with the lights being turned on December 5th throughout the Christmas Season. The motion carried on a voice vote.

Scott/Christer to approve the Special Events Application for the City of Rose’s Classic Softball Tournament to be held April 26-28, 2023. The motion carried on a voice vote.

City Treasurer Pete Scherzer informed Council that the Fiscal Year 2023 Audit is complete and will be presented at the October 23, 2023 Council Meeting.

Mayor Nathan Pastor stated that the next Council Meeting will be held on October 10, 2023 due to the Columbus Day Holiday. Trick or Treat Nights will be held on October 30 & 31, 2023 from 5 – 8 p.m.

Scott/Schneider to approve sewer adjustment for Bub Moore at 903 East Third in the amount of $79.46 leaving a balance of $174.62. The motion carried on the following roll call vote: Scott, Smith, Garrett, Beeson, Christer, Eddy, Schneider, Stephens voting aye. No nays. Eight ayes.

Scott/Beeson to approve city’s participation in the crosswalk north of the intersection of Magnolia and Rt. 29 in the amount of $20,010 to be paid from Rebuild Illinois. The motion carried on the following roll call vote: Smith, Garrett, Beeson, Christer, Eddy, Schneider, Stephens, Scott voting aye. No nays. Eight ayes.

Scott/Stephens to approve street names and addresses for the Shelby County 911 system for Sections K, H, N, HN, A and G. The motion carried on the following roll call vote: Garrett, Beeson, Christer, Eddy, Schneider, Stephens, Scott, Smith voting aye. No nays. Eight ayes.

Alderman Scott informed Council that the lights at the Chautauqua have been fixed and are working.

Smith/Scott to allow painting and repairs to the tennis court fences and poles at Kitchell Park by an anonymous donor on the condition or proper paperwork being filed in the City Clerk’s office. The motion carried on the following roll call vote: Beeson, Christer, Eddy, Schneider, Stephens, Scott, Smith, Garrett voting aye. No nays. Eight ayes.

Smith/Beeson to allow CTI to install fiber at Kehias Park for security cameras. The motion carried on the following roll call vote: Christer, Eddy, Schneider, Stephens, Scott, Smith, Garrett, Beeson voting aye. No nays. Eight ayes.

Smith/Christer to approve the planting of a Memorial Tree for Jace Christer at Kitchell Park. The motion carried on the following roll call vote: Eddy, Schneider, Stephens, Scott, Smith, Garrett, Beeson, Christer voting aye. No nays. Eight ayes.

Smith/Scott to allow fencing to be installed at the Pana Dog Park using donated funds. The motion carried on the following roll call vote: Schneider, Stephens, Scott, Smith, Garrett, Beeson, Christer, Eddy voting aye. No nays. Eight ayes.

Alderman Smith read a letter from the Pana Parks Revitalization Committee.

Luke Durbin asked Council to reconsider semi truck parking in residential areas. The Operations Committee will discuss.

Stephens/Beeson to enter Closed Session to discuss “the purchase or lease of real property for the use of a public body” – Exemption C(5). The motion carried on the following roll call vote: Stephens, Scott, Smith, Garrett, Beeson, Christer, Eddy, Schneider voting aye. No nays. Eight ayes.

Council entered closed session at 7:34 p.m.

Council resumed normal session at 7:55 p.m.

Roll Call showed the following Aldermen as being present: Christer, Eddy, Schneider, Stephens, Scott, Smith, Garrett, Beeson were present. Eight aldermen were present. None were absent.

Mayor Pastor reported that no action was taken during closed session.

Beeson/Christer to pass Resolution #23-35, “A Resolution Approving Purchase Contract for Property at 142 S Locust St.” The motion carried on the following roll call vote: Scott, Smith, Garrett, Beeson, Christer, Schneider, Stephens voting aye. Eddy voting nay. One nay. Seven ayes.

Beeson/Smith to pass Resolution #23-36, “A Resolution Approving Purchase Contract for Property at 144 S Locust St.” The motion carried on the following roll call vote: Smith, Garrett, Beeson, Christer, Schneider, Stephens, Scott voting aye. Eddy voting nay. One nay. Seven ayes.

Scott/Stephens to adjourn. The meeting adjourned at 7:58 p.m.

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