Taylorville City Council met for their first of two regular November meetings Monday night. All of the Alderman were present except for Megan Bryant.
Nearly 50 members of the public attended, which included Boy Scouts, Eagle Scouts, and the Taylorville High School Volleyball team.
Mayor Barry named November 12th Taylorville High School Volleyball day and wished the team good luck in their trip to State this weekend.
Mayor Bruce Barry named Kaden Sleboda youth of the month for his work on a local trail. Sleboda says he’s proud of his work.
Then, aldermen went over planning commission recommendations. The first concerned property near the gun range.
Alderman Larry Budd said he couldn't support authorizing this agreement.
The ordinance passed 6-1.
The aldermen approved an ordinance to amend the closing hours for Sunday Liquor Licenses. Then, the aldermen passed on addressing a request to change a liquor license classification for El Cactus from Class C (restaurant) to C-1 (restaurant with gaming).
The council approved motion for an investment of $1.1 million Water CD funds.
City Attorney Rocci Romano updated the council on the water treatment plant solar plan.
Under Committee Reports, the board expanded the business development district No 1, and approved a motion to recommend the city attorney write up a Whistleblower Protection Policy.
Under Street and Sewer, the Aldermen approved the purchase of a Vactor Truck not to exceed $550,000. Alderman Steve Dorchinecz voted no. The motion passed 6-1. The Alderman also approved the purchase of a new mower for the cemetery. Aldermen Dorchinecz and Chris Skultety voted no.
The council changed the Cemetery Rule Book to include a $100 charge for funerals requested after 2 p.m weekdays.
It also recommended a limit of two interments per grave. Mayor Barry says this will be grandfathered in, so those who paid for more than one interment receive what they paid for. Aldermen approved both motions.
The board approved payment of bills and went into Closed Session to discuss personnel.
The next city council meeting is November 21st.
