Peru to build aesthetically pleasing public works building? - LaSalle News Tribune - LaSalle, IL
Location??? Aesthetically pleasing "in Peru" (lol)?? Really it is not funny but as a life long resident of this city and know this city quite well, I can't help but laugh because it is this type of thought that has left our downtown looking like it does as well as neglected aspects of some of our city parks, lack of reacreation facilities and on and on. I pray for some real leaders to emerge into this community to work for all of us not only the selected few.
Thursday, October 29, 2015
Thursday, October 22, 2015
Our view: Police step out in front of heroin scourge
Our view: Police step out in front of heroin scourge
Since we in the Illinois Valley have a similar problem, is this something out PD might consider to help remedy the situation?. I say that because while it is a physical problem, it is also a mental health issue and the number of places offering mental health is very limited here in the IV.
Since we in the Illinois Valley have a similar problem, is this something out PD might consider to help remedy the situation?. I say that because while it is a physical problem, it is also a mental health issue and the number of places offering mental health is very limited here in the IV.
Tuesday, October 20, 2015
Don't Ask Questions in Peru and We the City Will Not Tell You
REQUEST FOR CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT QUALIFICATIONS FOR PUBLIC WORKS BUILDING
Public Works Building Construction Management RFQ's
This link is seen on the Peru City web site and the information is all about the building of the 25 million dollar Public Works Bldg., even though we no longer have a Public Works director only a part time ASM and DSM. Evidently we have more city vehicles than we have room available to store them. The document is 5 pages in length and I encourage you to read if you have an interest.
The Peru City Council met for about 20 minutes last night and the only info was the Public burning ban including recreational fire pits.
But prior to that mtg., the Committee of a Whole (the Harl Committee) met from 5 PM to 7:15 PM met with 3 different entities concerning the razing of the Econo Lodge and future construction of a bldg., by one of the 3 companies interrested in owning the land. This was a CLOSED SESSION. Technically I believe it qualifies for being closed since it involves selling property but if they discussed what the 3 companies would like to do with the land, does that meet the closed meeting discussion. or should this part have been open to the public??.
Public Works Building Construction Management RFQ's
This link is seen on the Peru City web site and the information is all about the building of the 25 million dollar Public Works Bldg., even though we no longer have a Public Works director only a part time ASM and DSM. Evidently we have more city vehicles than we have room available to store them. The document is 5 pages in length and I encourage you to read if you have an interest.
The Peru City Council met for about 20 minutes last night and the only info was the Public burning ban including recreational fire pits.
But prior to that mtg., the Committee of a Whole (the Harl Committee) met from 5 PM to 7:15 PM met with 3 different entities concerning the razing of the Econo Lodge and future construction of a bldg., by one of the 3 companies interrested in owning the land. This was a CLOSED SESSION. Technically I believe it qualifies for being closed since it involves selling property but if they discussed what the 3 companies would like to do with the land, does that meet the closed meeting discussion. or should this part have been open to the public??.
Thursday, October 15, 2015
Public Service 9/28 Minutes = Re: Grass Cutting
BUILDING & GROUNDSASM Bernabei reported the grass cutting bid has an annual renewal clause stating the contract canbe renewed with no price increase for 2016, if both the Cityand vendor agree. He stated there were 1,300 less hours for summer personnel with the same or more work completed. In response to a question from Alderman Mueller, ASM Bernabei stated the vendor would like to renew the contract with no price increase. Dave Pellegrini, owner ofD&MLandscaping, addressed the committee stating that D&M was the lowest of the 7 initial bidders. He said he compiled aspreadsheet together for comparison, noting the second lowest bidder was $23,000.00 higher on an annual basis and the highest bidder was $119,000.00 higher. He stated that the City’s business is very important to D&M and accounts for 20% of their gross revenue. He saidthey address any requests from the City ASM and PSM immediately and arenot aware of any complaints. He said he understands due diligence to the citizens. He stated he will offer a zero percent increase for 2016 and a city option for renewal for 2017 and 2018 at zero percent increase. Chairman Waldorf stated that he has seen the work and does not have any questions. Alderman Lukosus said he is unaware of any complaints. Chairman Waldorf made a motion to add the item to the October 5, 2015 City Council Agenda. Alderman Mueller seconded the motion; motion carried.ASM Bernabei commented the mums in the city planters look great. Alderman Mueller said the planters were weeded, cleaned up and replanted in one day by Peru Greenhouse. ASM Bernabei stated the plan is to add 20 more planters.
IS THIS ANOTHER NO BID CONTRACT and for years into the future?
IS THIS ANOTHER NO BID CONTRACT and for years into the future?
Tuesday, October 13, 2015
Being Catholic: No union dues required
Being Catholic: No union dues required
Madigan and his interpretation of Catholic doctrine and unions.
Madigan and his interpretation of Catholic doctrine and unions.
Monday, October 12, 2015
Political News in the Illinois Valley
Time for a new heading to keep up with the political thoughts true and false, permeating the Illinois Valley. Local Elections are only about 18 months away and state wide and national elections just about one year.
Locally signs are beginning to appear in a few yards (Pride in Peru), do you have one?
and of course the Illinois Representative position being vacated by Frank Mautino and rumors surrounding that soon to be filled position by the Democratic Party.
Will the national election results have any impact on the upcoming local elections?
Locally signs are beginning to appear in a few yards (Pride in Peru), do you have one?
and of course the Illinois Representative position being vacated by Frank Mautino and rumors surrounding that soon to be filled position by the Democratic Party.
Will the national election results have any impact on the upcoming local elections?
Sunday, October 04, 2015
Former Junction City police officer files $1.5-million federal lawsuit | Local | Eugene, Oregon
Former Junction City police officer files $1.5-million federal lawsuit | Local | Eugene, Oregon
And we think we have issues, see if you can follow the plot in this true article. Police officers, police chiefs, city administrators and election signs in a police officers yard and finally lawsuits.
And we think we have issues, see if you can follow the plot in this true article. Police officers, police chiefs, city administrators and election signs in a police officers yard and finally lawsuits.
Friday, October 02, 2015
Employment Opportunities in Peru Public Utilities Director
Public Utilities Director
The City of Peru is accepting resumes for the position of Public Utilities Director. This position is responsible for providing complete administrative and operational oversight for the Public Works and Electric Departments. Qualified individual will have a 4 year degree in Engineering or related field, Civil Engineering preferred. 5 years managerial and administrative experience for municipal public works or equivalent field also preferred. Must be knowledgeable in the principles of planning, design, construction and administration of municipal public works programs.
City of Peru
Attn: Human Resources
P.O. Box 299
Peru, IL 61354
Fax: 815-223-9489
Phone: 815-223-0061
kreese@peru.il.us
www.peru.il.us
EOE
FOLLOW THE LINKS ON THE CITY OF PERU WEB SITE.
This was recently brought to my attention as a position that Peru is looking to fill. I have to be honest and say that I don't keep up with the city site and don't know how long this has been on there. We have the ASM and the DSM positions so if we hire another Department head, what happens to the previously mentioned positions. According to the interviews conducted with them by the Administrative Task Force, everything is running perfectly now. What am I missing?
The City of Peru is accepting resumes for the position of Public Utilities Director. This position is responsible for providing complete administrative and operational oversight for the Public Works and Electric Departments. Qualified individual will have a 4 year degree in Engineering or related field, Civil Engineering preferred. 5 years managerial and administrative experience for municipal public works or equivalent field also preferred. Must be knowledgeable in the principles of planning, design, construction and administration of municipal public works programs.
City of Peru
Attn: Human Resources
P.O. Box 299
Peru, IL 61354
Fax: 815-223-9489
Phone: 815-223-0061
kreese@peru.il.us
www.peru.il.us
EOE
FOLLOW THE LINKS ON THE CITY OF PERU WEB SITE.
This was recently brought to my attention as a position that Peru is looking to fill. I have to be honest and say that I don't keep up with the city site and don't know how long this has been on there. We have the ASM and the DSM positions so if we hire another Department head, what happens to the previously mentioned positions. According to the interviews conducted with them by the Administrative Task Force, everything is running perfectly now. What am I missing?
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