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Moline Committee-of-the-Whole and City Council Meeting - March 25, 2026

Committee of the Whole & Council — Wednesday, March 25, 2026
BodyMoline, Illinois
SessionCommittee of the Whole & Council
DateWednesday, March 25, 2026
StatusFILED
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Transcript — Verbatim
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Good evening, everyone.

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I'll call today's meeting to order here in council chambers at 6 p.m.

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Roll call, please.

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Alder Person Messias.

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Present.

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Rosak.

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President.

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Timmy and President.

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Finch.

0:11

Present Nick Neal.

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President.

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Castro.

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Present.

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Schmidt.

0:16

All right.

0:17

We do not have remote electronic attendance this evening.

0:20

Is there public comment, Chief?

0:22

No, no.

0:23

All right.

0:24

We'll move to questions on the agenda.

0:25

I have one update for you.

0:28

Um in regard to item 19.4 on the agenda.

0:33

There will need to be a motion to reconsider.

0:36

This item was approved on March 3rd, 2026, stating that work would not begin until an impact agreement was completed.

0:42

Due to receipt of the attached letter.

0:45

Do you all have that in front of you?

0:48

Yeah.

0:49

Um from Illwoo Construction Labor and Management Council.

0:52

The impact agreement condition appears to be unenforceable.

0:57

They're handling it inside of Illowa.

1:01

So that's why we can have the motion to read.

1:04

One further point of order with regards to that.

1:07

Um it requires a supermajority of the full council membership.

1:13

So I believe you will need a six-person vote uh to pass that particular item.

1:19

Oh, okay.

1:20

And the the mayor will count in that since it is a uh supermajority.

1:25

You would be a voting.

1:26

And that's a supermajority without first award because there is no first ward alder person at the moment.

1:32

I I hope we'll have six, and I won't have to address that.

1:36

Okay.

1:36

Okay.

1:37

So that is for 19.4.

1:39

Just um all right.

1:41

We move to our agenda item 6.1.

1:45

A resolution authorizing the mayor and city clerk to execute an attest to an independent contractor agreement for professional services with McGuire Iglesky and Associates Inc.

1:56

an Illinois Corporation to conduct the Mowling Intensive Historic Structure Survey of the Forest Hill neighborhood.

2:02

Yes, thank you, Your Honor.

2:04

This was um we had come to council previously to request uh authorization to apply for this grant.

2:09

Of course, we receipt the grant.

2:11

Um my staff has been working um to review the RFPs, and we've selected here the contractor um or excuse me, the consultant here that'll be handling the survey for the city of the Forest Hill neighborhood.

2:23

That's McGuire Igleskian Associates.

2:26

So as part of the grant, as you can see, the the cost of the um the total cost could be 19,500.

2:35

That's the most that it could cost, but 70% of that will be refunded, uh reimbursable through SHIPO as part of the grant.

2:41

So it's important to understand the cost here is only 70% of that 19.5.

2:46

Um and really what they'll do is they'll go through the Forest Hill neighborhood.

2:49

Uh there's a map that attached the exact area of where they'll be going through, and they'll be doing a survey of all those structures, noting the architecture, the dates, you know, including with pictures and data.

2:59

So we'll get a chance to really see the historic potential of all those properties, find out if there's any that are uh potential for landmarking or anything like that.

3:08

So um we're asking for your support here, and uh if you have any questions, please let me know.

3:13

Motion to approve, second motion by Finch, seconded by Castro Discussion, Mr.

3:19

Timian.

Discussion Breakdown — Share of Meeting
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Engineering And Infrastructure████████████████16%
Public Safety██████████████14%
Parks and Recreation████████████12%
Economic Development█████████9%
Zoning And Land Use████████8%
Historic Preservation███████7%
Environmental Protection███████7%
Public Engagement█████5%
Summary of Proceedings

Moline Committee-of-the-Whole and City Council Meeting — March 25, 2026

Note: The official agenda listed the meeting date as Tuesday, March 24, 2026, but per the user instruction, this summary uses the date March 25, 2026 as provided.

The Moline City Council met in a combined Committee-of-the-Whole and regular City Council session on March 25, 2026. The meeting covered 20 Committee-of-the-Whole items, consent agenda approvals, second-reading ordinances, and non-consent resolutions. All agenda items were approved, with the most notable action being the reconsideration and passage of a $637,427.81 traffic signal contract after removing an unenforceable impact agreement requirement. Council also heard updates on liquor enforcement, utility rates, Rock River dam studies, and upcoming community events.

Consent Calendar

  • Approved the minutes of the March 3, 2026, Committee-of-the-Whole and Council meetings.
  • Approved second-reading ordinances: Chapter 32 (Vegetation – Tree Ordinance) and Chapter 35 (Zoning – text amendments for small institutional group homes).
  • Approved resolutions: declaration of surplus playground equipment at McCandless Park (donation to Kids Around the World), Safe Routes to School Signing Project ($25,000), and rock salt contract with State of Illinois CMS (4,000 tons, minimum 3,200 tons).

Discussion Items

  • 6.1 – Historic Structures Survey (Forest Hill): Authorized $19,500 contract with McGuire Igleski & Associates for an intensive historic survey of the Forest Hill neighborhood; 70% reimbursable through SHIPO grant. Council clarified the survey is voluntary for property owners.
  • 6.2 – Farm Leases: Approved three leases with Mitchell Trouten: one-year lease for Pryce Boeye Farms (solar farm location) and five-year leases for Runge and Bealer Farms.
  • 6.3 – Bonding Authority Cession: Ceded 2026 home rule volume cap of $5,729,670 to QCREDA for regional economic development.
  • 6.4 – Tobacco License Increase: Increased Class B Incidental Tobacco Dealer’s licenses for Webb Services LLC (Casey’s Tavern) for a vending machine with ID-scanning age verification.
  • 6.5 – Parking Lease Amendment: Reduced leased spaces in Midtown Parking Ramp from 34 to 15 for Bozeman, Neighbour, Patton & Noe, LLP due to staff reduction.
  • 6.6 – Liquor License Increase: Increased Class B Tavern licenses for 1522 River Dr. LLC (1522 River Drive) – applicant Christopher Townsend thanked for downtown investment.
  • 6.7 – 7th Street Demolition: Awarded $450,245 contract to H. Coopman Trucking & Excavating for demolition of three buildings for new central fire station (anticipated start late April/early May).
  • 6.8 – Security Camera Upgrades: Approved $170,340.94 purchase from Inteconnex via TIPS-USA co-op for 21 replacement and 4 additional cameras at Public Works.
  • 6.9 – Inlet Replacement Program: Awarded $102,975 contract to Walter D. Laud, Inc. for annual inlet replacement.
  • 6.10 – Sanitary Sewer Lift Station Pumps: Authorized $135,880 sole-source purchase from Electric Pump for two submersible pumps and controls for John Deere Road sewer improvements.
  • 6.11 & 6.12 – Asphalt Maintenance Program: Approved $167,520 contract with Valley Construction Co. and corresponding MFT resolution for 2026 asphalt maintenance.
  • 6.13 – 4th Street Resurfacing: Awarded $396,187.07 contract to Langman Construction, adding an extra block (4th to 5th Avenue) due to favorable bids.
  • 6.14 – Utility Easement: Accepted permanent drainage easement at 3620 38th Avenue for future sanitary sewer access before property sale to Texas Roadhouse developer.
  • 6.15 – Mercado on Fifth 2026: Approved special event application for Friday night markets (May 22–Oct 23) and Día de los Muertos (Oct 31); waived police reimbursements up to $30,000.
  • 6.16 – Horseshoe Tournament Grant: Approved $2,000 grant from Special Events Fund to Riverside Horseshoe Club for Illinois State Horseshoe Tournament.
  • 6.17 – The Cities Spring Classic: Approved 5K fundraiser (April 4, 2026) benefiting Empowering Abilities, with street closures.
  • 6.18 – Bass Street Landing Licenses: Approved licensing agreements with PUB 1848 and Stoney Creek Inn for outdoor food and alcohol service on public plaza (April 4–Sept 30, 2026).
  • 6.19 – Lead Service Line Engineering: Authorized $125,000 contract with Robinson Engineering for IEPA SRF FY26 lead service line replacement grant administration.
  • 6.20 – Opioid Litigation Settlement: Approved final settlement agreement with remnant defendants; funds will supplement the existing Path Forward program (over 40 individuals served so far).

Key Outcomes

  • All Committee-of-the-Whole items (6.1–6.20) passed unanimously (voice votes or roll calls as recorded).
  • Consent Agenda (minutes, second-reading ordinances, resolutions) passed 6-0 (roll call: McNeil, Castro, Messias, Rosak, Timian, Finch all aye).
  • Second Reading Ordinance 18.1 (Zoning text amendments for group homes) passed 6-1 (Castro nay, all others aye, plus Mayor aye for seven total).
  • Non-Consent Resolutions:
    • 19.1 (Spring Classic), 19.2 (Bass Street Landing), 19.3 (Sewer pumps) passed unanimously.
    • 19.4 (Traffic Signal Installation – $637,427.81) : After a motion to reconsider, council voted 7-0 to remove the prior impact agreement amendment and revert to the original contract. The supermajority vote was achieved with all seven alderpersons and the Mayor in favor. The project will proceed without the impact agreement condition.
  • First Reading Ordinance 20.1 (Class B liquor license increase for 1522 River Drive) advanced to second reading unanimously.

Informational & Miscellaneous

  • Mayor reported holding two liquor commission hearings, imposing fines for non-compliance, and emphasized safety goals.
  • Mayor noted receipt of Mid-American Energy rate letters and ongoing conversations to manage costs for residents.
  • Alderman Timian updated on a public hearing regarding the Rock River dams (Steel and Sears); five proposals including full removal were presented, with public opposition from riverfront residents. Comment deadline March 31, 2026. City will file comments addressing potential impacts on the cell slope treatment facility.
  • Alderman McNeil mentioned attending a One Table discussion on homelessness and affordable housing with nonprofit partners.
  • City Administrator Vitas announced travel to Springfield to oppose bills that would strip local zoning authority and reduce state shared revenues; encouraged alderpersons to advocate.
  • Mayor gave a shout-out to young resident Brody Charles Lambden, future firefighter enthusiast.
  • The meeting adjourned to executive session for property acquisition and pending litigation (7-0 vote).

Meeting Transcript

Good evening, everyone. I'll call today's meeting to order here in council chambers at 6 p.m. Roll call, please. Alder Person Messias. Present. Rosak. President. Timmy and President. Finch. Present Nick Neal. President. Castro. Present. Schmidt. All right. We do not have remote electronic attendance this evening. Is there public comment, Chief? No, no. All right. We'll move to questions on the agenda. I have one update for you. Um in regard to item 19.4 on the agenda. There will need to be a motion to reconsider. This item was approved on March 3rd, 2026, stating that work would not begin until an impact agreement was completed. Due to receipt of the attached letter. Do you all have that in front of you? Yeah. Um from Illwoo Construction Labor and Management Council. The impact agreement condition appears to be unenforceable. They're handling it inside of Illowa. So that's why we can have the motion to read. One further point of order with regards to that. Um it requires a supermajority of the full council membership. So I believe you will need a six-person vote uh to pass that particular item. Oh, okay. And the the mayor will count in that since it is a uh supermajority. You would be a voting. And that's a supermajority without first award because there is no first ward alder person at the moment. I I hope we'll have six, and I won't have to address that. Okay. Okay. So that is for 19.4. Just um all right. We move to our agenda item 6.1. A resolution authorizing the mayor and city clerk to execute an attest to an independent contractor agreement for professional services with McGuire Iglesky and Associates Inc. an Illinois Corporation to conduct the Mowling Intensive Historic Structure Survey of the Forest Hill neighborhood. Yes, thank you, Your Honor. This was um we had come to council previously to request uh authorization to apply for this grant. Of course, we receipt the grant. Um my staff has been working um to review the RFPs, and we've selected here the contractor um or excuse me, the consultant here that'll be handling the survey for the city of the Forest Hill neighborhood.

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