March 6, 2023

Call to order at 7:00 pm by President Mat

Members answering roll call, President Diehl, Bob Asche, Bob Knoup, Mike Tichler, Dave Dixon, Tim Martens, Cheryl Liebenstein and Jamie Melville.

The minutes from the February meeting were reviewed and accepted without dissent, by Bob A. Second by Tim. Motion Carried.

Committee made a motion to pay all bills as presented. Motion second by Bob A.  Motion carried.

Tim made a motion to approve the treasurer report as presented. Second by Bob K. Motion carried.

No transfer of funds needed

Maintenance Report

Rob will be advertising for two part time summer help. Interested students should send a resume to the village.  The part time help will be paid minimum wage and the committee will be responsible for the interviews and hiring.

Visitors

Derek (Fehr Graham) was present to discuss our projects.  He met with Rob to look at items that needed to be corrected at the well #3. Gasvoda will fix the lights and the door seals.  The continuous alarm has been fixed.  All items will be done under warranty.

Derek presented the plans for the Walgren Rd improvements.  This is to include sidewalk on the North side, full construction of the road with curb and gutter on both sides. IDOT has approved the access permit for the intersection on Rt 73. There will not be enough room for on street parking. There will be a substantial completion date of August 1, 2023 with completion by September 1, 2023.

Bob K made a motion to approve the plans and to bid the project for the Walgren Rd improvements. Motion second by Tim.  Motion carried.

Rob has gotten a quote from Gasvoda for supplies for piping and scales at Well #4.  Rob can do most of the work but will need Loescher to wire the well to the SCADA system. Rob also noted that the well uses the gas chlorine.  Board members discussed the option of converting the gas chlorine to liquid.  It was also discussed if we wanted to replace the current building at the site.  The committee will meet to discuss all options and report back to the board.  Rob will have to replace the check valve now.

 Travis Voss, President of the Park Board, was present to discuss the Park District’s desire to build a new recreation center. The building would be 23,000 to 25,000 square feet.  The Park District goal is to host tournament volleyball and basketball.  Travis noted that they are in the process of setting up a Not for Profit fundraising board. Their goal is 1 million. Travis is requesting our support and possible TIF options available to them. Travis said there are grants available that may cover 75%-90% of building costs. The Park Board would like to do this build without a tax referendum.  Travis was advised to come to our next TIF Joint Review meeting and discuss his options with our TIF lawyer.

Bob K made a motion to support the Park District with the new building project any way that we can.  Motion second by Tim.  Motion carried.

Oconnor Brooks was not present for the annual audit.

FINANCE/TIF FINANCE

The engagement letter is here to sign for the Lucas Group for our annual audits. Jamie will also send a letter to Oconnor Brooks stating our approval to give the Lucas Group any information they request regarding our prior audits.

WATER/SEWER

No report

STREETS/ALLEYS/LIGHTS/SIDEWALK

No report

BUILDINGS/GROUNDS

Rob estimated that it will be around $25,000.00 to put up a cinder block building, with handicap access, for a permanent bathroom at the campground. The bathroom would also contain a single stall shower. Rob will continue to get a more firm price and also check with the Lion’s Club to see if they have interest in this project.

CEMETERY

No report

 POLICE

Dave reported that the squad will need new tires and estimated the cost at $1,100.00

Liquor

Application renewals have been given to the businesses.

Old Business

Kempel Urish Construction is requesting TIF reimbursement for the 2nd half of their 4-unit building. Initially they were approved for 10% or $2467.50 for 133 Main St.  This was for only half of the building on the application.  Dave requested that we offer reimbursement for the 2nd half.  The board will not approve the 2nd half since it was not part of the application.

We have received notice from the State that they have approved the digital sign and it can be mounted on the East side of Boco building. Mat will speak with Ron Johnson to see if he received any specifics on what can be posted on the sign.

New Business

Clean up day will be tentatively set for the first Saturday in May.  The Boy Scouts will be helping that day.  Rob will confirm the date with Gill’s Disposal.

Tony McCombie’s representative will be at the Village Hall March 7th at 1pm.

Jamie will confirm the Water and Sewer rates at the April meeting.

 Motion to adjourn at 8:15 by Dave.  Second by Mike.  Motion carried.

Attest: Cheryl Liebenstein, Village Clerk