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Contract Review
The City Engineer reviewed the project contract and specifications to clarify how aggregate base material used in sidewalk construction is measured and paid for.
The project plans specify where two inches of Aggregate Base Course, Type B, are required beneath the sidewalks. The pay-item list on the same plan identifies the aggregate base course as being measured and paid for in square yards. The item number, 35101582, references Section 351 of the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) Standard Specifications. The City Engineer provided the applicable specifications, highlighting pages 164 and 165, which explain that the aggregate is measured in place and paid for by the square yard.
Under these specifications, payment is based on the material incorporated into the completed work, rather than on unused piles of gravel delivered to or stored at the project site. Based on the engineer's explanation, material that has not yet been incorporated into the project remains subject to the applicable contractor and contract arrangements.
The contract review provided additional information to help clarify questions raised about the gravel used for private concrete work. When questions arise regarding public projects, residents are encouraged to contact City Hall or the City Engineer for clarification and to review the relevant project documentation.
The City recognizes that public concerns deserve clear, accurate information. Reviewing the contract and consulting the appropriate professionals can help address questions and prevent misunderstandings before conclusions are drawn.
Approved pay estimated #1 to PPI for the Illinois Street Sanitary Sewer Project $38,628.67. Ayes: Kaminski, Small, Buckingham, Scheib, Hollenbeck.
Approved the purchase of 2 new Ford F-150 Pickups for Public Works. Ayes: Kaminski, Small, Buckingham, Scheib, Hollenbeck.
Approved a resolution for maintenance under the Illinois Highway Code. This is for the pavement striping on Main Street and Commercial Street along with the crosswalks. Ayes: Kaminski, Small, Buckingham. Nays: Scheib.
Placed on file a proposal from Seal-A-Lot in the amount of $23,900.00 to seal and re-stripe the parking lot at the city complex. Ayes: Kaminski, Small, Buckingham, Hollenbeck. Nays: Scheib.
Mayor Hollenbeck: Approved a $2,500.00 donation to Starved Rock Country Community Foundation. Ayes: Kaminski, Small, Buckingham, Hollenbeck, Scheib.
Upon recommendation of the Planning and Zoning Commission. Adopted an ordinance annexing 38.08 acres of land at Route 6 and East 2625th Rd. owned by Marseilles Development LLC. A Glamping campground has been proposed. Ayes: Kaminski, Small, Buckingham, Hollenbeck. Nays: Scheib.
The ITEP Grant application for Phase 1 of the Main Street revitalization plan grant application. The IDOT ITEP (Illinois Transportation Enhancement Program) was submitted to IDOT last Friday. The City will be once again trying for a Main Street Streetscape Grant for Phase 1 of the City’s plan. Phase 1 covers Main Street from the railroad tracks north of US Route 6. If awarded this area will receive all new sidewalks, curbs, gutters, and pavement and street lighting. All businesses will be made handicap accessible.
Thanked the Marseilles Firefighters Association for once again putting on an excellent pork chop dinner.
Stated IDOT has advised that in the spring of 2027 the plans are to resurface Route 6 (Bluff Street) from Jefferson on the east side of town to Illinois Route 71.
City Engineer Mike Etscheid worked out for the city to obtain the rubberized crossings and the railroad agreed to install them on the Main Street crossing when the rebuild it. Hopefully still this year.
The Marseilles Ambulance Service will be doing their annual food drive the first Saturday in November.
Mayor Hollenbeck has been asked about work being performed south of town on Constellations property. Transparency by the City is important. The following is a statement from Ryan Tozer the City’s public information contact.
Good morning, Mayor Hollenbeck.
Below is the update on the old Coyle property.
Constellation has received Nationwide Permit 57 from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to clear trees for future electrical lines and a substation. A temporary fence has been installed to prevent soil erosion and sediment runoff. In late October, Constellation will conduct a required archaeological investigation to identify any historic or cultural resources on the site. No construction activities are planned for the next ~12 months, as we continue to perform due diligence, evaluate the project's feasibility for a possible future project, and market the area to potential customers.
Ryan Tozer
City Attorney: No report.
City Engineer: The plans for the replacement of the Sycamore Street Bridge over Long Creek are approximately 75% completed. Once completed they will be sent to IDOT for review and approval.
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