Sangamon Sun

Riverton Village Board of Trustees met February 6.

Here is the minutes provided by the Board:

The board meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m. Those answering roll call: Mayor Tom Rader. Trustees: Russ Patrick, Dave Charles, Joe Bartley, Jim Mileham, and Tina Raycraft. Also in attendance were: Chief Lawley , Treasurer Lashonda Fitch, Office Manager Stacy Patterson and Superintendent Alex Lyons. Trustee Fisher was absent.

The pledge of allegiance was recited.

Trustee Bartley made a motion to approve January 17th meeting minutes and pay the bills. It was seconded by Trustee Mileham. Trustees Patrick, Charles, Bart;ey, Mileham and Raycraft voted yes. Trustees Fisher was absent.

Don Gray with Sangamon County Clerk came to address the board. He wanted to let the residents of Riverton know his goal is to provide you with customer service that is prompt, courteous and informative. Such as applying for vital records and registering to vote on line.

Andy Goleman with Sangamon County Auditor Office came to address the board. He wanted to provide insight into the functions of the Sangamon County Auditor’s Office and the revenue structure of Sangamon County’s General Fund.

Adam Beatty and Steve Gemoules, representing the Riverton Youth Baseball League asked about completing the fencing around the west diamond at field of dreams. Trustee Charles explained the Center Park Concession Stand takes top priority, but the fencing and scoreboard were on the list. Trustee Charles asked that he be invited to their coaches meeting so he can explain what is expected of them and what the coaches will expect from the village. Alex Lyons also ask for a wish list from them to see what the village can do.

Michelle Landess had questions about the PSN App. She wanted to know why she could not see all her charges and usage on the phone app. Mayor Rader explained in order to view all that information you have to use a computer. The phone app only allows you to see the balance due.

Old Business: Trustee Charles made a motion to accept the low bid of $123,250.00 from Leka Construction, pending review, to build the new concession stand at Center Park. Trustee Charles said they will compare all four bids received (Cloyd Builders $162,241.00, Franklin Construction $131,000.00 and Mark Wolder $161,500.00) and will have a final decision by end of the week. Trustee Patrick seconded. Trustee Patrick, Charles, Bartley, Mileham and Raycraft voted yes.

New Business: Trustee Bartley made a motion to accept the Service agreement with Kuhn and Trello Engineers. Trustee Raycraft seconded. Trustee Patrick, Charles, Bartley, Mileham and Raycraft voted yes.

Trustee Raycraft made a motion to approve Ordinance #17-001 Ordinance Approving the Creation of Deputy Chief of Police and Amending the Village Code of Ordinance. Trustee Bartley seconded. Trustees Patrick, Charles, Bartley, Mileham, and Raycraft voted yes.

Trustee Bartley made a motion to approve Ordinance #17-002 Ordinance correcting an error in section 155.118 of the Village of Riverton Code of Ordinance (it incorrectly stated Village of Chatham). Trustee Mileham seconded. Trustee Patrick, Charles, Bartley, Mileham and Raycraft voted yes.

Superintendent Lyons presented the board with his report. (See attached report).

Water Department:

1)Cleaned waste pit at water plant

2)Well#8 cleaned

3)Installing new auto read meters on stopped meters

4)Repaired several water leaks on service side

Sewer Department:

1)Replaced new valve at main lift station

2)Repaired leak on sewer main in Lucky Horseshoe

3)Replaced water pump and belts on main lift station generator

Street Department:

1)Drainage on 4th Street hooked up

2)Graded Center Park for new concession stand

3)Repaired and replaced several posts and street signs

4)Cleaned up around Garage #1 and hauling dirt and spoils away

5)Patching of potholes

Electric Department:

1)Trimming trees from R.O.W.

2)Installed new LED lights at F.O.D. Crow’s Nest

3)Installed temp power at Center Park for contractors

4)Installed new electric service

Gas Department:

1)Re-routed gas main at Lucky Horseshoe and installed two new valves.

2)Repaired several service leaks

Parks:

1)Staked out area for new concession stand

2)Park benches put together for F.O.D.

Updates:

1)Each department budget sheets completed

2)Need to replace waste pump at water plant.

Approximate cost $2600.00

3)Need to purchase mosquito mist and larvicide. Early bird prices: Mist: $3149.00, 55 gallons of Larvicide: $806.75.

Trustee Patrick made a motion to approve the purchase of a waste pump at the water plant for $2,600.00. Trustee Raycraft seconded. Trustees Patrick, Charles, Bartley, Mileham, and Raycraft voted yes.

Trustee Bartley made a motion to purchase mosquito mist ($3149) and larvicide ($806.75) both for the lagoon. Trustee Patrick seconded. Trustees Patrick, Charles, Bartley, Mileham, and Raycraft voted yes.

Trustee Bartley made a motion to approve the two gas employees to attend a federally mandated training in the spring and fall at $945.00 per employee. Trustee Raycraft seconded. Trustees Patrick, Charles, Bartley, Mileham, and Raycraft voted yes.

Officer Lawley presented the board with his report. (See attached).

Office Manager Patterson had nothing to report.

Treasurer Fitch requested that the budget sheets get completed and turned into her no later than February 13th.

Trustee Mileham, chairman of the Administration Committee, stated that March 1st will be the cut off for E-pay.

Trustee Raycraft, chairman of the Public Safety Committee, had nothing to report other than she had a personnel issue for executive session.

Trustee Patrick, chairman of the Public Utility Committee, had nothing to report.

Trustee Charles, chairman of the Parks Committee, had nothing to report.

Trustee Fisher, chairman of the Public Works, was not in attendance. Trustee Bartley made a motion to approve a donation of $3000.00 for Fireworks to the KC 4th of July Celebration. Trustee Mileham seconded. Trustee Patrick, Charles, Bartley, Mileham and Raycraft voted yes.

Trustee Bartley, chairman of the Economic Development Committee, stated that he has been talking with the engineer about what projects would fit into the transportation corridor and rural development grants. He has also gotten the village’s name out there with DCEO to attract new businesses. Trustee Bartley also stated he has received the packet to update the census.

Mayor Rader wanted to commend the employees for all the day-to-day things they do to make the village look nice. He feels it is valuable to continue to meet and communicate with the Regional Leadership Council for the growth of Riverton.

Trustee Bartley made a motion to go into executive session at 7:43 for personnel. Trustee Raycraft seconded. Trustee Patrick, Charles, Bartley, Mileham and Raycraft voted yes.

The board went into open session at 7:56 with a motion from Trustee Bartley. Trustee Raycraft seconded. Trustee Patrick, Charles, Bartley, Mileham and Raycraft voted yes.

Trustee Raycraft made a motion to Appoint Andrew Landgrebe as Deputy Chief effective February 18, 2017. Trustee Bartley seconded. Trustee Patrick, Charles, Bartley, Mileham and Raycraft voted yes.

Trustee Bartley made a motion to adjourn the meeting at 7:58. Trustee Patrick seconded. Trustee Patrick, Charles, Bartley, Mileham and Raycraft voted yes.

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