City of Murphysboro City Council met April 11.
Here is the agenda provided by the Council:
1. Call to Order, Invocation given by Pastor Larry Gilbert, Pledge of Allegiance led by Mayor Stephens
2. Roll Call
3. Introduction of Noah Wunderlich, Patrolman
4. Consideration of Council Minutes – March 28th, 2017
5. Consideration of Accounts Payable Registers
6. Committee/Commission Reports
a. Budget & Finance – Chairman Dan Bratton
Old Business
New Business
Discussion regarding Sr. Citizens Van
Public Comment
b. Building & Grounds – Chairman Russell Brown
Old Business
New Business
Discussion regarding proposal submitted by Murphysboro Lawn & Garden
Public Comment
c. Community Relations – Chairman Dan Bratton
Old Business
Camping during the Eclipse
New Business
Status of Old Depot
Public Comment
d. Public Improvement – Chairman Gary McComb
Old Business
Discussion regarding deterioration of alleys and weight limits
Discussion regarding the Cemetery Contract
New Business
Public Comment
e. Public Works – Chairman Bill Pierson
Old Business
Discussion regarding the Pond Creek/Roberta Drive Drainage Issue
Discussion of Estimate for Osburn Street Extended
New Business
Discussion regarding ordinance for living in unsuitable conditions
Public Comment
f. Public Safety – Chairman Russell Brown
Old Business
New Business
Public Comment
g. Personnel – Chairman Barbara Hughes
Old Business
New Business
Discussion regarding resolution for IMRF – 600 hourly requirement for elected officials
Public Comment
7. Mayors Report
a. Consideration of appointment of Linda Herrold to the Historic Preservation Commission
b. Consideration of appointment of Madelyn Steimle to the Historic Preservation Commission
c. Consideration of moving the August City Council meetings to August 15th and August 29th
d. Mark your calendars for May 4th– Plan Commission Meeting to discuss the Comprehensive Plan
8. Council Members Requests
9. Department Head Requests
10. Executive Session
a. Review of previous Executive Session Minutes
11. Adjournment
http://www.murphysboro-il.gov/files/Council_Agenda_-_2017-04-11.pdf