Pete Whiting

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Robert O’Donnell

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Dave Blanton

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Jim Simpson

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Bill Wescott

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Mike Straub

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Ted Padilla

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Issue

Discussion

Plan of Action

Public Works sewer line valve problem with Lawrence Bros. Line

Ted Padilla reported on problem with check valves on the sewer line feeding National Mfg. & Lawrence Bros. On E. Rt. 30.  Mr. Padilla to obtain pricing on the check valves and equipment to change out the valve.

Mr. Padilla plans to report back to the Committee with the cost.

List of improved customer service options and E-Pay

Committee reviewed the improved customer service options to improve customer service after the new billing program is installed.  Also reviewed the Illinois State Treasurers E-Pay program that the state will setup and train the staff.  This program will allow customers to pay by credit card and bills to be sent out on-line.  The setup will cost the customer a small convenience charge for the service and no charge for the City to use the system. 

The Committee recommended the City Council approval for the E-Pay program.

Pedestrian Bridge Project between Sterling and Rock Falls over the Rock River

Mr. O’Donnell presented the Intergovernmental agreement between the City of Sterling and the Sterling Park District along with the City of Rock Falls and the Coloma Park District.  The agreement has a $2,500.00 yearly funding clause from each participant.  The agreement covers the Dam Pedestrian Bridge Project across the river between Sterling and Rock Falls.  Alderman Blanton plans to check with tourism for funding the $2,500.00.  The other option would be the Electric Department.

Alderman Blanton plans to look for funding options and will report back to the Committee.

Summer help for the GIS System data collection

Mr. O’Donnell discussed with the Committee obtaining two students to assist staff in collecting field data to complete the Electric Department’s GIS System.  The Committee agreed to allow this under the same guidelines as before.

None required.

Utility delinquent account right-off for past due accounts

Committee reviewed the delinquent account list and agreed with the City Attorney these accounts need to be reviewed to determine what attempt was made to collect on these accounts.

The accounts are under review.

Review wording of Article 25 of IBEW Contract

No discussion.

The article will be reviewed at the upcoming City Council meeting with the Business Agent.