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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      June 7, 2010 

The Board of Trustees of the Village of Winnebago met in Special Session at 6:00 P.M.

 ROLL CALL

 In attendance: ELSEN – LEONARD – MYERS –TARGOSZ:  present

MALIGRANDA – SMITH:  absent

Guests:   Kelli Jeffers, Mark Crosby, Jaynellen Holloway, and Chuck Vansickle

In the absence of President Eubank the Clerk requested a motion for an acting President, a motion was made by MR. MYERS, seconded by MR. ELSEN to appoint MRS. TARGOSZ as the Acting President for the meeting. Motion carried on a voice vote. 

Mark Crosby, on behalf of the owners, described what he foresees for the land at 1951 South Meridian Road, Rockford, Illinois, Meridian Pointe. 

He feels that pre-annexing the land to Winnebago will “Plant the Flag” for the Village and protect the other taxing bodies.

Mr. Maligranda arrived at 6:40 P.M.

The Board asked Mr. Crosby some questions.

MRS. TARGOSZ thanked Mr. Crosby for his input.  The Board will discuss the issue later.

 A motion was made by MR. MYERS, seconded by MRS. ELSEN  to adjourn the meeting at 6:52 p.m.  Motion carried on voice vote.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                

Sally Jo Huggins, Village Clerk

 

June 7, 2010

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The Board of Trustees of the Village of Winnebago met at 7:00 p.m.

ROLL CALL

ELSEN - LEONARD – MALIGRANDA - MYERS – TARGOSZ: present

SMITH: absent

Guests: Attorney Mary Gaziano, Kelli Jeffers, Sally Bennett, Todd Stockburger, Jaynellen Holloway, Vivian Gaines, Michelle Princer, and Melody Campbell.

In the absence of President Eubank the Clerk requested a motion for an acting President. A motion was made by MR. MYERS, seconded by MR. LEONARD to appoint MRS. TARGOSZ as the acting President for the meeting. Motion carried on a voice vote.

A motion was made by MR. ELSEN, seconded by MR. MYERS to accept the minutes of the May 10, 2010, Regular Board Meeting and Executive Session as submitted. Motion carried on a voice vote.

A motion was made by MR. MALIGRANDA, seconded by MR. ELSEN to make a line item transfers from 17-47-916 to 90-383. The motion and second were rescinded.

A motion was made by MR. MALIGRANDA, seconded by MR. MYERS to pay the bills over $5,000 to Gill’s Freeport Disposal and Cam Music Entertainment. Motion carried on a unanimous roll call vote of those present.

A motion was made by MR. ELSEN, seconded by MR. LEONARD to pay the bills as presented. Motion carried on a unanimous roll call vote of those present.

The Treasurer’s Report has been placed on file for audit.

PUBLIC COMMENT

No one requested the opportunity to speak to the Board.

OLD BUSINESS

A. Items with planned action

    1. Village Engineer

             a. It is hoped the award of the 2010 CDAP Grant will be held in August.

      b. The 2009 CDAP Grant Project is all but completed.

      c. The RRWRD Feasibility Study remains open.

      d. The Infrastructure Planning and Funding remains open.

      e. Village Map Updates remain open.

      f. Development Codes & Ordinances remain open.

2. Public Works Committee

a. Pricing isn’t available at this time for the well improvements and repairs but will include: upgrade of well number two including new pump, motor, electric and controls. In addition upgrades to the building are needed as well as new receivers for wells number three and four.

3. Village Attorney

a. A motion was made by MR. MYERS, seconded by MR. LEONARD to adopt Resolution 2010-04R a Resolution authorizing Village of Winnebago Board to enter into Intergovernmental Cooperation Agreement with Winnebago County for collection of fees, fines, costs, and penalties through fine compliance court for traffic and ordinance violation cases. Motion carried on a unanimous roll call vote of those present.

b. & c. The Board discussed revision of the Liquor Ordinance and the outside event at Toni’s. See new business.

d. A motion was made by MR. MYERS, seconded by MR. LEONARD to adopt Ordinance 2010-05 an Ordinance ascertaining the prevailing rate of wages for construction work in Village of Winnebago, Illinois. Motion carried on a unanimous roll call vote of those present.

e. There will be a Public Hearing on July 12, 2010 at 6:15 p.m., to receive input on the Appropriation Ordinance for Fiscal Yearend 2010-2011.

4. Finance Committee

5. Community Development Committee/Fourth of July Team

a. A motion was made by MR. MALIGRANDA, seconded by MR. MYERS to donate $10,000 from the Community Development Fund to the Fourth of July Family Festival. Motion carried on a unanimous role call of those present.

b. A motion was made by MR. MALIGRANDA, seconded by MR. MYERS to spend up to $31,000 for the Fourth of July Family Festival prior to the next Board Meeting. Motion carried on a unanimous roll call vote of those present.

6. Advisory Team/Clerk

7. Police Committee

a. The committee provided a handout, which will be available to the public, of factual information on the Police Department.

One of the part-time officers is "up to speed" and able to cover an absence of a full-time officer. The other one is still training.

8. President

III. NEW BUSINESS

    A. ITEMS WITH PLANNED ACTION AT THIS MEETING

1. Village Engineer

2. Public Works Committee

3. Village Attorney

4. Finance Committee

5. Community Development Committee/Fourth of July Team

6. Advisory Team/Clerk

7. Police Committee

8. President

9. Other Business

        Future Committee Meetings

        Finance - June 15, 2010 at 6:30 p.m.

        Community Development - June 22, 2010 at 7:00 p.m.

        Public Works - June 23, 2010 at 6:30 p.m.

        Police - June 28, 2010 at 6:30 p.m.

      Mr. Leonard thanked Mary Gross and helpers for the flags and for putting them up for "Flags over Bago". It looks so nice.

      Acting President Mrs. Targosz asked the Board if they wished to take any action on the amended Liquor Ordinance and a special permit for Toni’s of Winnebago. After discussion it was decided to go forward as the request was made at the May 2010 meeting.

      A motion was made by MR. MYERS, seconded by MR. LEONARD to adopt Ordinance 2010-06 with a revision to charge a fee of $50.00 for a Special Permit.

        An ordinance further amending Ordinance no. 97-11 entitled "An ordinance establishing a Liquor Control Commission and providing for liquors in the Village of Winnebago, Illinois" to Provide for Special Event Permit for Class A, B, C, and F Liquor License holders. Motion carried on a unanimous roll call vote of those present.

      A motion was made by MR. LEONARD, seconded by MR. MYERS, to issue a Special Permit to Toni’s of Winnebago for the "Dust off your Boots Night" June 26, 2010 with the following conditions:

1. Hours of the event shall be from 6:00 p.m. to Midnight.

2. Staked snow fencing shall be erected for this outside event to define the physical parameters of the event.

3. No one under 21 years of age shall be allowed access into the fenced area.

4. Photographic Identification (ID) of each person, upon entrance to the event, shall be checked only by Toni’s of Winnebago, Inc., employees to verify proof of age or at least 21 years, and a wristband shall be issued and worn by all patrons.

5. A non-uniformed police officer shall be hired for the event and be present for the entire event, with the arrangements for and cost of such hire being the responsibility of the event sponsor(s).

6.Courtesy notification of the event and its hours to residents that live closest to the event shall be made by Toni’s of Winnebago, Inc., personnel.

7.Toni’s of Winnebago, Inc., personnel shall obtain any permission necessary from neighbors for parking so as to ensure compliance with all Village Ordinances, including, but not limited to, the provisions of the Illinois Motor Vehicle Code covering parking, as previously adopted by the Village of Winnebago.

8. Toni’s of Winnebago, Inc., personnel, prior to the event, shall provide written proof to the Village that this "outdoor" event is covered under Toni’s of Winnebago’s Inc., Liquor Liability "dram shop" Insurance.

9. Village of Winnebago shall be named as an additional insured on Winnebago Park District’s Liability Insurance Policy, with written proof of the same submitted to the Village prior to the event. Motion carried on a unanimous roll call vote of those present.

Mr. Myers offered congratulations to the Winnebago Boys Track Team for the Second Place finish at State and to Alex Thompson for being the State Discus Champion for the third year in a row.

A motion was made by MR. LEONARD, seconded by MR. MYERS to adjourn at 9:20 p.m. Motion carried on a voice vote.

 

Sally Jo Huggins, Village Clerk

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Sally Jo Huggins, Village Clerk

 

 

 

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