Peru
The city of Peru had a drawing for ballot positions this morning. The list of names shows them in the order they will appear on the ballot.
Mayor — Michael K. Hart, incumbent Scott J. Harl, James J. Giordano and former mayor Don Baker. Harl was elected in 2009.
Treasurer — Gary Hylla, appointed in 2009, filed for re-election.
City clerk — Dave Bartley, elected in 2009, filed for re-election.
Ward 1 — Alderman Tony Ferrari, elected in 2001, faces challenger Becky Mueller.
Ward 2 — Alderman Sherry Mayszak, appointed in 2011, faces challenger Megan Keeney and Alderman Mike Radtke, elected in 2011.
Ward 3 — Mike Sapienza is challenging Alderman Bob Ankiewicz, elected in 1999.
Ward 4 — Steve Weberski and Justin Loger are challenging Alderman Jim Lukosus, who was appointed in 2011.(Correction should read Steve Weberski, Jim Lukosus and Justin Loger)
Thursday, December 27, 2012
Wednesday, December 26, 2012
Big Gas Price Differences In La Salle County « AM1220 WLPO News
Big Gas Price Differences In La Salle County « AM1220 WLPO News
We noticed that the cheapest gas in Peru was at Sapp Brothers @3.11 a gal
We noticed that the cheapest gas in Peru was at Sapp Brothers @3.11 a gal
Monday, December 24, 2012
Sunday, December 23, 2012
Winter Recreation Area, Is This Our Best?
Peru has been unable to find a good venue for many years. When my kids were young, a rink was prepared near Washington Park south of the school in the location of the current play equipment. The area was flooded and some sort of lean to was set up for children to warm and not sure but there might have been an adult present. I do remember my younger ones going there.
Sometime either before or after that I was told that it was at McKinley Park on a concrete slab. I also remember an attempt to use the slue water south of the bridge.
Somehow I don't consider the new location to be a step forward for a progressive city. When I stop to think back about this past summer and how the city bent over backwards to satisfy a few adult pickleball players and then I look at this picture and I can only say "how sad". It might have made more sense to install enough concrete on the 28th Street Park to put up a rink for skating. Easy access for most kids and quite safe because of the many homes in the area. If they were able to skate at McKinley why not here.
Of course the best place existed at the location where the current ambulance building sits. Put together by the Westclox Company, it was fenced in, lighted, with a heated shelter and music and maintained by Westclox. But society has prevented anything like that happening ever again.
Back to the present, I simply believe we can do better.
If you are wondering what the city truck is doing in the middle of the rink, it is an attempt to keep the liner from bubbling up because of the strong winds in the area.
Saturday, December 22, 2012
There Will Be a 4 Way Mayoral Race in Peru in April
Thursday James J. Giordano filed his petition for mayor and former Mayor Baker did the same on Friday, said city clerk Dave Bartley .
Mayor Scott Harl and newcomer Michael Hart previously filed to run.
The last day to file for local municipal elections is Wednesday, Dec. 26.
Giordano’s name will appear third on the ballot on April 9, and Baker’s will appear fourth. The top position on the ballot will be determined next week.
a lottery drawing on the 27th at 9 a.m., Bartley said.
Peru city elections are nonpartisan with no primary
Friday, December 21, 2012
Tuesday, December 18, 2012
La Salle News Tribune Letters to the Editor Message to Peru
This was removed at the request of the LaSalle New Tribune as it is an infringement upon their ownership of the article.
Monday, December 17, 2012
Beginning of the Election Cycle in Peru
This morning at 8 AM, candidates could come to city hall, petitions in hand to announce their official candidacy. Those that did not come today have until December 26 to submit petitions.
Mayor Scott Harl and Mike Hart brought their petitions in at 8AM for the office of Mayor of Peru.
This morning Tony Ferrari came in at 8 AM and later Becky Mueller came in with a petition for First Ward alderman. They will both be automatically elected unless someone else should come in out of the blue by 12/26.
Second Ward brought current alderman Sherry Mayszak, Mike Radtke and Megan Keeney in at 8 AM
Third Ward, Mike Sapienza came with his petition at 8 AM. Ald. Ankiewicz came in later.
Fourth Ward, Ald. Jim Lukosus and Steve Weberski brought their petitions in at 8 AM.
For the 1st, 2nd, and 4 th ward and mayoral contests there will be a lotto drawing to determine placement on the ballot.
In a conversation with a friend this morning, I thought wouldn't it have been interesting to have former Mayor Baker on the ballot running for alderman in the First Ward. With his experience, I believe he would have been a shoo in and it would have been interesting how the members would have aligned themselves no matter who was mayor.
Mayor Scott Harl and Mike Hart brought their petitions in at 8AM for the office of Mayor of Peru.
This morning Tony Ferrari came in at 8 AM and later Becky Mueller came in with a petition for First Ward alderman. They will both be automatically elected unless someone else should come in out of the blue by 12/26.
Second Ward brought current alderman Sherry Mayszak, Mike Radtke and Megan Keeney in at 8 AM
Third Ward, Mike Sapienza came with his petition at 8 AM. Ald. Ankiewicz came in later.
Fourth Ward, Ald. Jim Lukosus and Steve Weberski brought their petitions in at 8 AM.
For the 1st, 2nd, and 4 th ward and mayoral contests there will be a lotto drawing to determine placement on the ballot.
In a conversation with a friend this morning, I thought wouldn't it have been interesting to have former Mayor Baker on the ballot running for alderman in the First Ward. With his experience, I believe he would have been a shoo in and it would have been interesting how the members would have aligned themselves no matter who was mayor.
Thursday, December 13, 2012
After more than 10 years of letters and litigation, the city is buying the Kings Inn it to demolish the building.
City Attorney Doug Schweickert explained the city’s long history with the property Wednesday night before the city council agreed to buy the property He showed them a letter written to a former owner from October 3, 2001. In it the city’s former Building and Zoner Officer Wayne Kasza complained about various building violations.
The building would eventually go through a couple owners but none Schweickert considered to be “responsible parties.”
The city will pay the tax scavenger SiteSale $27,717.89 for its tax certificate and pay the La Salle County Clerk nearly $9,730.85 for the 2011 real estate taxes.
Chamlin has been asked to draw up plans for demolition. How much that will cost is unknown. Most of the asbestos has been removed.
Mayor Harl says they’ll be paying for the building and demolition using hotel-motel tax money.
Wednesday, December 12, 2012
Tuesday, December 11, 2012
Can Don Baker Be Elected Again?
Heard a petition was taken out? Is it true? Would you vote for him? Harl, Hart or former Mayor Baker?
Monday, December 10, 2012
New Schedules Peru Shopper Bus
This was removed at the request of the LaSalle New Tribune as it is an infringement upon their ownership of the article.
Peru City Council Meeting 12/12/12
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AGENDA
AGENDA
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 12, 2012
ROLL CALL 7:30 P.M.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
PRESENTATION
PUBLIC COMMENT
COMMITTEE REPORTS ALDERMEN
1. ACCOUNTS AND FINANCE Potthoff & Radtke
(Wage-Negotiations, License)
Motion to renew health insurance with Blue Cross Blue Shield for a total premium of
$1,144,384.80 with the following three options for health reimbursement:
· Option 1-Existing structure for reimbursement Single-First $300 of $2,500
deductible is reimbursed by City at 100%. Next $2,000 is reimbursed at 50%.
Last $200 is employee’s responsibility. Potential out of pocket expense to
employee is $1,200. Family-First $600 of $5,000 deductible is reimbursed by
City at 100%. Next $4,000 is reimbursed at 50%. Last $400 is employee’s
responsibility. Potential out of pocket expense to employee is $2,400.
· Option 2-Changing structure for reimbursement to Single-First $1,200 of $2,500
deductible is employee’s responsibility. Next $1,300 City will reimburse at 100%.
Potential out of pocket expense to employee is $1,200. Family-First $2,400 of
$5,000 deductible is employee’s responsibility. Next $2,600 City will reimburse
at 100%. Potential out of pocket expense to employee is $2,400.
· Option 3-Changing structure for reimbursement to Single-First $100 of $2,500
deductible is reimbursed by City at 100%. Next $2400 is reimbursed at 50%.
Family-First $200 of $5,000 deductible is reimbursed by City at 100%. Next
$4,800 is reimbursed at 50%.
Approve a Christmas Bonus for City employees: $50 for full-time and $25 for part-time
2. PUBLIC WORKS Waldorf & Lukosus
(Electric, Street & Alley, Water & Sewer)
Motion to approve Combined Sewer Separation Area 4 & 6 closeout documentation for
EPA loan
Motion to advertise for bids for pool demolition
Motion to approve change order 2/final disbursement for 2012 Non MFT Street Program
Motion to approve Opperman Construction Co. Pay Request #3 in the amount of
$242,731.39 for submittal to NCICG for funding
Motion to purchase back-up pump for Arby’s lift station from Thompson-Hopps Pumps,
Inc. in the amount of $5,767.00
3. PUBLIC HEALTH & SAFETY Ferrari & Perez
(Fire & Police, ESDA, Health)
4. PUBLIC PROPERTY COMMITTEE Ankiewicz & Mayszak
(Recreation & Parks, Airport, Buildings & Grounds)
Motion to approve payment to LaSalle County Clerk’s Office in the amount of $9,730.85
for deed acquisition for the Kings Inn
Motion to approve payment to SiteSale, LTD in the amount of $27,717.89 for payment of
back taxes for the Kings Inn property
REPORT OF CITY ATTORNEY/ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS
AN ORDINANCE LEVYING TAXES FOR CORPORATE PURPOSES FOR THE CITY OF PERU,
ILLINOIS, FOR THE FISCAL YEAR BEGINNING ON MAY 1, 2012, AND ENDING APRIL 30, 2013,
INCLUSIVE
AN ORDINANCE ABATING 2012 TAX LEVY AS PROVIDED BY GENERAL OBLIGATION TAX
INCREMENT FINANCING REFUNDING BONDS, SERIES 2003A, BOND ORDINANCE NO. 3986
DULY PASSED AND ADOPTED ON AUGUST 25, 2003
AN ORDINANCE ABATING 2012 TAX LEVY AS PROVIDED BY $2,960,000 BOND ORDINANCE NO.
4657 ENTITLED: “AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF GENERAL OBLIGATION
BONDS, SERIES 2009A, OF THE CITY OF PERU, ILLINOIS”
AN ORDINANCE ABATING 2012 TAX LEVY AS PROVIDED BY $9,150,000 BOND ORDINANCE NO.
4585 DULY PASSED AND ADOPTED MARCH 16, 2009
AN ORDINANCE ABATING 2012 TAX LEVY AS PROVIDED BY $4,750,000 BOND ORDINANCE NO.
3811 DULY PASSED AND ADOPTED AUGUST 1, 2012
AN ORDINANCE ABATING 2012 TAX LEVY AS PROVIDED BY GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS,
SERIES 2010, “RECOVERY ZONE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT BONDS-DIRECT PAYMENT”
BOND ORDINANCE NO. 4692 DULY PASSED AND ADOPTED ON FEBRUARY 15, 2010
AN ORDINANCE ABATING 2012 TAX LEVY AS PROVIDED BY GENERAL OBLIGATION TAX
INCREMENT FINANCING REFUNDING BONDS, SERIES 2011A AND GENERAL OBLIGATION
REFUNDING BONDS, SERIES 2011B, BOND ORDINANCE NO. 4835 DULY PASSED AND
ADOPTED SEPTEMBER 7, 2011
AN ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING MEETING DATES FOR THE CITY OF PERU FINANCE
COMMITTEE FOR CALENDAR YEAR 2013
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF THE IMLRMA MINIMUM/MAXIMUM
CONTRIBUTION AGREEMENT
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE ACQUISITION AND DEMOLITION OF KING’S INN
LOCATED AT 1841 MAY ROAD, PERU, IL
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
Discuss Rental Property Registration Ordinance
NEW BUSINESS
PROCLAMATION
PETITIONS AND COMMUNICATIONS
ITEM NO. 1 Communication from Chamlin & Associates requesting approval of Final Plat
for the Peru Marketplace Commercial Subdivision
PUBLIC COMMENT
CLOSED SESSION
ADJOURNMENT
AGENDA
AGENDA
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 12, 2012
ROLL CALL 7:30 P.M.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
PRESENTATION
PUBLIC COMMENT
COMMITTEE REPORTS ALDERMEN
1. ACCOUNTS AND FINANCE Potthoff & Radtke
(Wage-Negotiations, License)
Motion to renew health insurance with Blue Cross Blue Shield for a total premium of
$1,144,384.80 with the following three options for health reimbursement:
· Option 1-Existing structure for reimbursement Single-First $300 of $2,500
deductible is reimbursed by City at 100%. Next $2,000 is reimbursed at 50%.
Last $200 is employee’s responsibility. Potential out of pocket expense to
employee is $1,200. Family-First $600 of $5,000 deductible is reimbursed by
City at 100%. Next $4,000 is reimbursed at 50%. Last $400 is employee’s
responsibility. Potential out of pocket expense to employee is $2,400.
· Option 2-Changing structure for reimbursement to Single-First $1,200 of $2,500
deductible is employee’s responsibility. Next $1,300 City will reimburse at 100%.
Potential out of pocket expense to employee is $1,200. Family-First $2,400 of
$5,000 deductible is employee’s responsibility. Next $2,600 City will reimburse
at 100%. Potential out of pocket expense to employee is $2,400.
· Option 3-Changing structure for reimbursement to Single-First $100 of $2,500
deductible is reimbursed by City at 100%. Next $2400 is reimbursed at 50%.
Family-First $200 of $5,000 deductible is reimbursed by City at 100%. Next
$4,800 is reimbursed at 50%.
Approve a Christmas Bonus for City employees: $50 for full-time and $25 for part-time
2. PUBLIC WORKS Waldorf & Lukosus
(Electric, Street & Alley, Water & Sewer)
Motion to approve Combined Sewer Separation Area 4 & 6 closeout documentation for
EPA loan
Motion to advertise for bids for pool demolition
Motion to approve change order 2/final disbursement for 2012 Non MFT Street Program
Motion to approve Opperman Construction Co. Pay Request #3 in the amount of
$242,731.39 for submittal to NCICG for funding
Motion to purchase back-up pump for Arby’s lift station from Thompson-Hopps Pumps,
Inc. in the amount of $5,767.00
3. PUBLIC HEALTH & SAFETY Ferrari & Perez
(Fire & Police, ESDA, Health)
4. PUBLIC PROPERTY COMMITTEE Ankiewicz & Mayszak
(Recreation & Parks, Airport, Buildings & Grounds)
Motion to approve payment to LaSalle County Clerk’s Office in the amount of $9,730.85
for deed acquisition for the Kings Inn
Motion to approve payment to SiteSale, LTD in the amount of $27,717.89 for payment of
back taxes for the Kings Inn property
REPORT OF CITY ATTORNEY/ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS
AN ORDINANCE LEVYING TAXES FOR CORPORATE PURPOSES FOR THE CITY OF PERU,
ILLINOIS, FOR THE FISCAL YEAR BEGINNING ON MAY 1, 2012, AND ENDING APRIL 30, 2013,
INCLUSIVE
AN ORDINANCE ABATING 2012 TAX LEVY AS PROVIDED BY GENERAL OBLIGATION TAX
INCREMENT FINANCING REFUNDING BONDS, SERIES 2003A, BOND ORDINANCE NO. 3986
DULY PASSED AND ADOPTED ON AUGUST 25, 2003
AN ORDINANCE ABATING 2012 TAX LEVY AS PROVIDED BY $2,960,000 BOND ORDINANCE NO.
4657 ENTITLED: “AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF GENERAL OBLIGATION
BONDS, SERIES 2009A, OF THE CITY OF PERU, ILLINOIS”
AN ORDINANCE ABATING 2012 TAX LEVY AS PROVIDED BY $9,150,000 BOND ORDINANCE NO.
4585 DULY PASSED AND ADOPTED MARCH 16, 2009
AN ORDINANCE ABATING 2012 TAX LEVY AS PROVIDED BY $4,750,000 BOND ORDINANCE NO.
3811 DULY PASSED AND ADOPTED AUGUST 1, 2012
AN ORDINANCE ABATING 2012 TAX LEVY AS PROVIDED BY GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS,
SERIES 2010, “RECOVERY ZONE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT BONDS-DIRECT PAYMENT”
BOND ORDINANCE NO. 4692 DULY PASSED AND ADOPTED ON FEBRUARY 15, 2010
AN ORDINANCE ABATING 2012 TAX LEVY AS PROVIDED BY GENERAL OBLIGATION TAX
INCREMENT FINANCING REFUNDING BONDS, SERIES 2011A AND GENERAL OBLIGATION
REFUNDING BONDS, SERIES 2011B, BOND ORDINANCE NO. 4835 DULY PASSED AND
ADOPTED SEPTEMBER 7, 2011
AN ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING MEETING DATES FOR THE CITY OF PERU FINANCE
COMMITTEE FOR CALENDAR YEAR 2013
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF THE IMLRMA MINIMUM/MAXIMUM
CONTRIBUTION AGREEMENT
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE ACQUISITION AND DEMOLITION OF KING’S INN
LOCATED AT 1841 MAY ROAD, PERU, IL
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
Discuss Rental Property Registration Ordinance
NEW BUSINESS
PROCLAMATION
PETITIONS AND COMMUNICATIONS
ITEM NO. 1 Communication from Chamlin & Associates requesting approval of Final Plat
for the Peru Marketplace Commercial Subdivision
PUBLIC COMMENT
CLOSED SESSION
ADJOURNMENT
Recreation Board Mtg Cancel for 12/11
The scheduled Recreation Board mtg for tomorrow has been cancelled due to the fact that they failed to post an agenda 48 hours ahead of the meeting date. This was the meeting that they were to announce the company who gave us the most bang for the buck, meaning the July 3 fireworks. The bids were in last month as required but the Board has a problem interpreting them and delayed the announcement until December. Looks like it will be at least January unless they get snowed out.
The Public Property Committee said this summer that if this Board did not handle this by September or October, they would revisit who should be handling this decision. Comments previously were made by this Board that they didn't understand why we had to get this done so early, when March was working just fine for years. This seems to be more of the "this is the way we have always done it".
And might I add right or wrong that is the way this Recreation Board seems to function.
The Public Property Committee said this summer that if this Board did not handle this by September or October, they would revisit who should be handling this decision. Comments previously were made by this Board that they didn't understand why we had to get this done so early, when March was working just fine for years. This seems to be more of the "this is the way we have always done it".
And might I add right or wrong that is the way this Recreation Board seems to function.
Friday, December 07, 2012
Peru Has Had 46 Closed Sessions 2009-2012
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IL: Crushing debt squeezing out schools, services in Land of Lincoln « Watchdog News
IL: Crushing debt squeezing out schools, services in Land of Lincoln « Watchdog News
I would hope the state of Illinois is going to take a serious look at the township situation and whether the money some of them are getting could be put to better use than salaries and benefits for a few.
I would hope the state of Illinois is going to take a serious look at the township situation and whether the money some of them are getting could be put to better use than salaries and benefits for a few.
Thursday, December 06, 2012
Illinois General Assembly - Senator Biography
Illinois General Assembly - Senator Biography
Senator Holmes is from Plainfield and is part of a committee looking into the functioning of townships, I see where this commission is to submit their report by 12/31/12. In the report townships included in local governments or governing bodies.
The Commission shall:
make a survey of the entire structure of local governments and of their organization, powers, jurisdiction, and functions. Among other things, and without limiting its activities, the Commission shall:
(1) Study all laws governing the organization, powers, jurisdiction, and functions of local governments. (2) Study the inter-relationships of local governments to each other and to federal and State governments. (3) Formulate specific recommendations for legislation or constitutional amendments to (i) permit effective management of local affairs, (ii) encourage local policy decision making, (iii) reduce the multiplicity of local governments, (iv) eliminate overlapping and duplicating of unnecessary powers, (v) increase efficiency and economy in local governments, and (vi) allow optional forms of local governments and increase their authority for cooperation among the levels of government.
http://appointments.illinois.gov/appointmentsDetail.cfm?id=423
Senator Holmes is from Plainfield and is part of a committee looking into the functioning of townships, I see where this commission is to submit their report by 12/31/12. In the report townships included in local governments or governing bodies.
The Commission shall:
make a survey of the entire structure of local governments and of their organization, powers, jurisdiction, and functions. Among other things, and without limiting its activities, the Commission shall:
(1) Study all laws governing the organization, powers, jurisdiction, and functions of local governments. (2) Study the inter-relationships of local governments to each other and to federal and State governments. (3) Formulate specific recommendations for legislation or constitutional amendments to (i) permit effective management of local affairs, (ii) encourage local policy decision making, (iii) reduce the multiplicity of local governments, (iv) eliminate overlapping and duplicating of unnecessary powers, (v) increase efficiency and economy in local governments, and (vi) allow optional forms of local governments and increase their authority for cooperation among the levels of government.
http://appointments.illinois.gov/appointmentsDetail.cfm?id=423
Duties :: DeKalb Township, Illinois
Duties :: DeKalb Township, Illinois
OK since Peru Township does NOT maintain a web site, this is the information from DeKalb Twp. I would think that their Road Commissioner and ours in Peru would have the same job responsibilities. But in DeKalb they maintain 800 miles of road, while we do 7!!
OK since Peru Township does NOT maintain a web site, this is the information from DeKalb Twp. I would think that their Road Commissioner and ours in Peru would have the same job responsibilities. But in DeKalb they maintain 800 miles of road, while we do 7!!
Wednesday, December 05, 2012
Tuesday, December 04, 2012
Tuesday December 4 Caucus Day for Peru Twp
Democrats will caucus at Peru City Hall and doors will be locked at 6 PM
Republicans will caucus at 2123 Fourth St Peru - Oval Mirror building (empty half) also @ 6 PM, no entry after that.
The only agenda I was able to secure was the one printed above. I understand the central committee to be the township board. Anyone that can give additional information would be appreciated.
Sunday, December 02, 2012
Illinois EPA - Information Statement on the Removal of Lead-Based Paint
Illinois EPA - Information Statement on the Removal of Lead-Based Paint
The city of Peru is not new to the field of demolition of old structures and we have never heard of a problem with lead based paint or LBP for short. For example we are currently in the process of demolition of the old power plant on Water Street, and the Westclox debris sits in the elements and the Peru Pool and yet the only time I have heard mention of paint is the pool, yet all those buildings plus one taken down on 7th and Buffalo were old and I have no doubt that everyone of them had LBP in their structure or debris. Why is the pool singled out for concern for LBP? What don't I know? What do I need to know?
The city of Peru is not new to the field of demolition of old structures and we have never heard of a problem with lead based paint or LBP for short. For example we are currently in the process of demolition of the old power plant on Water Street, and the Westclox debris sits in the elements and the Peru Pool and yet the only time I have heard mention of paint is the pool, yet all those buildings plus one taken down on 7th and Buffalo were old and I have no doubt that everyone of them had LBP in their structure or debris. Why is the pool singled out for concern for LBP? What don't I know? What do I need to know?
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