Monday, April 21, 2014

April 2014 Minutes

STATE OF ILLINOIS                   }                                       REGULAR MEETING
COUNTY OF CHRISTIAN            }  SS.                      April 7, 2014
VILLAGE OF STONINGTON       }


The Board of Trustees met in Regular Session Monday, April 7, 2014, at 7:00 p.m. in the Village Hall.

The Meeting was called to order by President Frank Paulek with the following Members present:

President: Frank Paulek
Trustees:  David Blakeman, Bruce Dowdy, Ray Likes, Ryan Marucco (Absent), Todd Thomason and Steve Boldini
Clerk:  Jill Gilpin
Treasurer: Kevin LeVault
Superintendent: Jeff Tumiati                                                         
Village Engineer: Steve Bainbridge
Village Attorney: Scott Garwood (Absent)
Chief of Police: Travis Peden
Zoning Officer: Doug Hoy

Also in attendance:  Debbie Niles, Village Employee

Minutes of the Regular Meeting March 3, 2014 were presented to the Board for their approval with one change.  Motion made by Blakeman, seconded by Boldini, that the Minutes be approved and filed as presented.  Motion passed by all “Yea” votes.

The Treasurer’s Report for the month of March was presented to the Board for their approval.  Motion made by Dowdy, seconded by Thomason, that the Treasurer’s Report be approved and filed as presented.  Motion passed by all “Yea” votes.

The Gas Report for the month of March was presented to the Board for their approval.  Motion made by Blakeman, seconded by Boldini, that the Gas Report be approved and filed as presented.  Motion passed by all “Yea” votes.

The Water Report for the month of March was presented to the Board for their approval.  Motion made by Boldini, seconded by Thomason, that the Water Report be approved and filed as presented.  Motion passed by all “Yea” votes.

The Sewer Report for the month of March was presented to the Board for their approval.  Motion made by Likes, seconded by Boldini, that the Sewer Report be approved and filed as presented.  Motion passed by all “Yea” votes.  
 
The Police Report for the month of March was presented to the Board for their approval.  Motion made by Thomason, seconded by Dowdy, that the Police Report be approved and filed as presented.  Motion passed by all “Yea” votes.  

Bills against the Village were presented for the approval of the Board.  Motion made by Blakeman, seconded by Dowdy, to approve and issue warrants for all bills.  Motion passed by all “Yea” votes.

Zoning Officer’s Report:  There were no zoning permits issued in the month of March. 

President’s Report:  Village Cleanup Day will be held Saturday, May 10, 2014 from 8:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.

Village Garage Sales will be held May 2-3, 2014.

President Paulek requested a Motion to rehire Sheridan Pulley of Pulley, Martynowski and Blakeman as the Village Auditor.  Motion was made by Blakeman, seconded by Boldini, to rehire Sheridan Pulley of Pulley, Martynowski and Blakeman as the Village Auditor.   Motion passed with 5-0 vote. 

President Paulek requested a Motion to Amend Ordinance 7.105 for anyone with a 1” water meter or larger will be charged an additional $1.00 per month maintenance fee.  Motion made by Blakeman, seconded by Boldini, for anyone with a 1” water meter or larger will be charged an additional $1.00 per month maintenance fee. Motion passed with a 5-0 vote.

A discussion was held regarding increasing the maintenance fee for all customers by $3.00/month to pay for water system improvements.  After discussion, this was tabled until next month.

Village Attorney Report:  Nothing to report.

Engineer’s Report:  Engineer Bainbridge advised the Board that he had acquired agreement for easement from Margaret Doyle for a raw water line.

President Paulek requested a Motion to approve a resolution to Margaret A. Doyle, et al. for $2.00 a running foot for easement for a raw water line.  Motion made by Boldini, seconded by Likes, to approve a Resolution to Margaret A. Doyle, et al. for $2.00 a running foot for easement for a raw water line.  Motion passed with a 5-0 vote.

Superintendent’s Report:  Superintendent Tumiati discussed with the Board getting the Water Tower cleaned.  He had received a bid from National Wash Authority for $4,200.00.

President Paulek requested a Motion to hire National Wash Authority to clean the Water Tower at a cost of up to $4,200.00.  Motion made by Blakeman, seconded by Boldini, to hire National Wash Authority to clean the Water Tower at a cost of up to $4,200.00.  Motion passed with a 5-0 vote.

WATER – The Water Report for January 28 – February 21, 2014 billing period was presented.

GAS – The Gas Report for January 28 – February 21, 2014 billing period was presented.

SEWER – The Sewer Report for January 28 – February 21, 2014 billing period was presented.

Committee Reports: STREETS & ALLEYS:  Nothing to report.
 
HEALTH & SAFETY – Nothing to report.

FINANCE –   Dowdy reported on the renewal of the medical insurance for Village employees to Blue Cross/Blue Shield Renewal Policy G512PPO. Motion made by Dowdy, seconded by Likes, to renew the medical insurance to Blue Cross/Blue Shield Renewal Policy G512PPO. Motion passed with a 5-0 vote.

WATER – Nothing to report.

SEWER – Nothing to report.

GAS – Nothing to report.

President Paulek set the date and time for the May Regular Meeting as Monday, May 5, 2014 at 7:00 p.m. in the Village Hall.

With no further business coming before the Board, a motion was made by Blakeman, seconded by Boldini, to adjourn the Meeting at 8:42 p.m.  Motion passed by all “Yea” votes. 


APPROVED:


___________________________________
Frank Paulek, Village President


ATTEST:


______________________________________

Jill Gilpin, Village Clerk

Tuesday, December 3, 2013

December 2013 Board Minutes

STATE OF ILLINOIS                   }                                       REGULAR MEETING
COUNTY OF CHRISTIAN            }  SS.                      December 2, 2013
VILLAGE OF STONINGTON       }


The Board of Trustees met in Regular Session Monday, December 2, 2013, at 7:00 p.m. in the Village Hall.

The Meeting was called to order by President Frank Paulek with the following Members present:

President: Frank Paulek
Trustees:  David Blakeman, Bruce Dowdy, Ray Likes, Ryan Marucco, Todd Thomason and Steve Boldini
Clerk:  Jill Gilpin
Treasurer: Kevin LeVault
Superintendent: Jeff Tumiati                                                         
Village Engineer: Steve Bainbridge
Village Attorney: Scott Garwood (Absent)
Chief of Police: Travis Peden (Absent)
Zoning Officer: Doug Hoy

Also in attendance:  Debbie Niles, Village Employee

Minutes of the Regular Meeting November 4, 2013 were presented to the Board for their approval.  Motion made by Dowdy, seconded by Likes, that the Minutes be approved and filed as presented.  Motion passed by all “Yea” votes.

The Treasurer’s Report for the month of November was presented to the Board for their approval.  Motion made by Dowdy, seconded by Blakeman, that the Treasurer’s Report be approved and filed as presented.  Motion passed by all “Yea” votes.

The Gas Report for the month of November was presented to the Board for their approval.  Motion made by Blakeman, seconded by Marucco, that the Gas Report be approved and filed as presented.  Motion passed by all “Yea” votes.

The Water Report for the month of November was presented to the Board for their approval.  Motion made by Marucco, seconded by Blakeman, that the Water Report be approved and filed as presented.  Motion passed by all “Yea” votes.

The Sewer Report for the month of November was presented to the Board for their approval.  Motion made by Likes, seconded by Marucco, that the Sewer Report be approved and filed as presented.  Motion passed by all “Yea” votes.  
 
The Police Report for the month of November was presented to the Board for their approval.  Motion made by Thomason, seconded by Blakeman, that the Police Report be approved and filed as presented.  Motion passed by all “Yea” votes.  

Bills against the Village were presented for the approval of the Board.  Motion made by Dowdy, seconded by Thomason, to approve and issue warrants for all bills.  Motion passed by all “Yea” votes.

Zoning Officer’s Report:  Zoning Officer Doug Hoy issued one zoning permit in the month of November. 

Permit #711-13 was issued to Hathaway Homes LP located at Hathaway Street for eight single family homes. 

President’s Report:  President Paulek advised the Board that he will be having a meeting with Steve Bainbridge, Steve Pamperin, Jeff Tumiati, and Debbie Niles on Tuesday, December 17, 2013 at 9:00 a.m. to discuss proceeding with the water grant paperwork.  Any Board member is welcome to attend.

Village Attorney Report:  Nothing to report.

Engineer’s Report:  Engineer Steve Bainbridge discussed further with the Board regarding the meeting with Steve Pamperin.

Superintendent’s Report:  Superintendent Tumiati advised the Board that he would be attending the National Rural Water Rally in Washington, D.C. in February, 2014.

WATER – The Water Report for September 28 – October 25, 2013 billing period was presented.

GAS – The Gas Report for September 28 – October 25, 2013 billing period was presented.

SEWER – The Sewer Report for September 28 – October 25, 2013 billing period was presented.

Committee Reports: STREETS & ALLEYS: - Nothing to report.

HEALTH & SAFETY - Nothing to report.

FINANCE - Nothing to report.

WATER – Trustee Marucco scheduled a Water Committee meeting for Wednesday, December 18, 2013 at 6:30 p.m.

SEWER – Nothing to report.

GAS – Nothing to report.

President Paulek set the date and time for the January Regular Meeting as Monday, January 6, 2014 at 7:00 p.m. in the Village Hall.

With no further business coming before the Board, a motion was made by Boldini, seconded by Marucco, to adjourn the Meeting at 7:55 p.m.  Motion passed by all “Yea” votes. 


APPROVED:


___________________________________
Frank Paulek, Village President


ATTEST:


______________________________________

Jill Gilpin, Village Clerk