City of Metropolis City Council met Feb. 13.
Here are the minutes provided by the council:
The regular meeting of the City Council, City of Metropolis, Illinois was held at 7:00 p.m. on Monday, February 13, 2023 in Council Chambers of City Hall at 106 West 5th Street, Metropolis, Illinois. Upon roll call the following Council members were present: Alderwoman Michele Longworth, Aldermen Jeremy Holley, Chuck Short, Brian Anderson, Chad Lewis, Darryl Neill, Al Wagner, Mayor Don Canada, Corporate Counsel Rick Abell, City Clerk Jan Adams and concerned citizens of Metropolis. Alderman Dylan Chambers conferenced in.
ROLL CALL:
Anderson Yea Longworth Yea
Chambers Yea Neill Yea
Holley Yea Short Yea
Lewis Yea Wagner Yea
Moved by Alderman Jeremy Holley and second by Alderwoman Michele Longworth to approve the minutes of the previous meeting held on 1-23-2023 as presented;
Anderson Yea Longworth Yea
Chambers Yea Neill Yea
Holley Yea Short Yea
Lewis Yea Wagner Yea
MAYOR’S REPORT:
The mayor introduced Andrew Leonard as our new part-time corporate counsel. He owns his own firm, Leonard Law Firm, in Paducah, Kentucky. We want to welcome him and look forward to building a working relationship.
Moved by Alderman Chuck Short and second by Alderman Brian Anderson to approve the appointment of Corporate Counsel;
MOTION CARRIED:
Anderson Yea Longworth Yea
Chambers Yea Neill Yea
Holley Yea Short Yea
Lewis Yea Wagner Yea
Moved by Alderman Jeremy Holley and second by Alderman Chuck Short to accept purchase of a 2019 Chevy Colorado for Parks Department in the amount of $14,500;
MOTION CARRIED:
Anderson Yea Longworth Yea
Chambers Yea Neill Yea
Holley Yea Short Yea
Lewis Yea Wagner Yea
Moved by Alderman Jeremy Holley and second by Alderwoman Michele Longworth to place 106 W. 9th Street in paper up for bids;
MOTION CARRIED:
Anderson Yea Longworth Yea
Chambers Yea Neill Yea
Holley Yea Short Yea
Lewis Yea Wagner Yea
Moved by Alderman Darryl Neill and second by Alderman Chuck Short to accept purchase of a 2001 Ford F350 for Street Department in the amount of $10,055;
MOTION CARRIED:
Anderson Yea Longworth Yea
Chambers Yea Neill Yea
Holley Yea Short Yea
Lewis Yea Wagner Yea
Moved by Alderman Chuck Short and second by Alderman Jeremy Holley to accept purchase of 200 meters for Light Department in the amount of $29,800 from Smart Guard;
MOTION CARRIED:
Anderson Yea Longworth Yea
Chambers Yea Neill Yea
Holley Yea Short Yea
Lewis Yea Wagner Yea
A proclamation recognizing Harrahs success in the City of Metropolis was read aloud. It’s proclaimed by the mayor and the council the month of February shall be known as Harrahs Metropolis month. They have been a pillar of the business community for 30 years. They provided thousands of job opportunities for local residents and surrounding communities, provided millions of dollars in financial assistance in support of the following community programs; COPE, Guardian House, United Way, MCDAC, Project Hope, Metropolis Chamber of Commerce and Back to School to name a few. Harrahs Metropolis has also contributed to American Cancer Society, Alzheimer’s Association and many more. We are proud to have them in Metropolis and thank them for their continual support and services to the community.
Moved by Alderwoman Michele Longworth and second by Alderman Darryl Neill to approve Proclamation for Harrah’s anniversary;
MOTION CARRIED:
Anderson Yea Longworth Yea
Chambers Yea Neill Yea
Holley Yea Short Yea
Lewis Yea Wagner Yea
Moved by Alderman Brian Anderson and second by Alderman Al Wagner to accept authorizing the Fire & Police Commission to fill two vacancies with the next available candidates on the Eligibility List at Fire Department due to a retirement and a resignation;
MOTION CARRIED:
Anderson Yea Longworth Yea
Chambers Yea Neill Yea
Holley Yea Short Yea
Lewis Yea Wagner Yea
Moved by Alderman Chad Lewis and second by Alderman Al Wagner to accept authorizing the Fire & Police Commission to fill vacancies with the next available candidates on the Eligibility List at Police Department due to a retirement;
MOTION CARRIED:
Anderson Yea Longworth Yea
Chambers Yea Neill Yea
Holley Yea Short Yea
Lewis Yea Wagner Yea
Moved by Alderman Chuck Short and second by Alderman Brian Anderson to Adopt an Ordinance Authorizing the Sale or Other Disposition of Personal Property of the City of Metropolis; 2023-02
MOTION CARRIED:
Anderson Yea Longworth Yea
Chambers Yea Neill Yea
Holley Yea Short Yea
Lewis Yea Wagner Yea
FINANCIAL REPORT:
Moved by Alderman Chad Lewis and second by Alderman Jeremy Holley to approve the Finance Report be received and approved and that the orders be drawn on the Treasurer for the different amounts mentioned therein and that the Mayor and the City Clerk be authorized to make necessary arrangements for payment of current Salaries, Payroll and Contract bills;
MOTION CARRIED:
Anderson Yea Longworth Yea
Chambers Yea Neill Yea
Holley Yea Short Yea
Lewis Yea Wagner Yea
Moved by Alderwoman Michele Longworth and second by Alderman Dylan Chambers to approve the Finance Report be received and approved and that the orders be drawn on the Treasurer for the different amounts mentioned therein and that the Mayor and the City Clerk be authorized to make necessary arrangements for payment of miscellaneous bills;
MOTION CARRIED:
Anderson Yea Longworth Yea
Chambers Yea Neill Yea
Holley Yea Short Yea
Lewis Yea Wagner Yea
Moved by Alderman Jeremy Holley and second by Alderman Darryl Neill to go into Executive Session for the reasons listed on the agenda: 7:10 MOTION CARRIED:
Anderson Yea Longworth Yea
Chambers Yea Neill Yea
Holley Yea Short Yea
Lewis Yea Wagner Yea
Moved by Alderman Chuck Short and second by Alderman Jeremy Holley that we approve the minutes of the Executive Session and that they are to remain close;
MOTION CARRIED:
Anderson Yea Longworth Yea
Chambers Yea Neill Yea
Holley Yea Short Yea
Lewis Yea Wagner Yea
Moved by Alderwoman Michele Longworth and second by Alderman Darryl Neill to adjourn: 7:17
MOTION CARRIED:
Anderson Yea Longworth Yea
Chambers Yea Neill Yea
Holley Yea Short Yea
Lewis Yea Wagner Yea
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