Village of Williamsville Village Board met July 13.
Here is the minutes provided by the board:
The Town Hall/board meeting was called to order at 6:30 pm by President Yokley. Clerk: Karen Winger. Trustees Present: Tierney, Gettleman, Carter, Brennan, Trustee Bunger (via telephone), Trustee Hofferkamp.
GUESTS: See attached list.
Jerry Turner, who resides on Luthin Road, attended the meeting. He, along with several other residents in his area, are interested in obtaining city water. He stated there are approximately 30 homes who are in that area. The residents are also speaking to Ameren and to Cass Communications about obtaining their services in that area as well.
COMMUNICATIONS: President Yokley shared a thank you note from Williamsville Vocal Music Boosters thanking the Village for funding their scholarship.
Steve Wilson and his family attended the board meeting to thank the Village for everything they have done and for all the support. He stated the bake sale for the “buddy bench” was a great success, raising over $8,000.00. He said they will be donating some money to the park. They are also looking into possibly installing an obstacle course. He asked if there would be a place at the park to install it. President Yokley suggested they possibly add to the current one that is out by the lake. The bake sale idea was started by six young ladies. They also attended the meeting to thank the Village.
Trustee Brennan made a motion to approve the minutes of the regular board meeting held on June 22, 2020. Trustee Hofferkamp seconded the motion. All ayes, motion carried.
COMMITTEE REPORTS:
FINANCE: Trustee Tierney made a motion to pay bills as presented. Trustee Hofferkamp seconded the motion. All ayes, motion carried.
PUBLIC SAFETY (John Brennan): Trustee Brennan made a motion to pass Ordinance #2020-06, amending Chapter 285, Article VI non-highway vehicles. This ordinance is reducing the annual inspection fee from $100 to $50. Trustee Carter seconded the motion. All ayes, motion carried.
Trustee Brennan made a motion to approve using Watch Guard Video. This company is used for storage of videos from the officers’ body cameras and vehicle cameras. The current method of storage is not capable of handling all this information. This motion is to authorize use of Tier 1, which is.03 cents per gigabyte. Officer Harmon states the cost should be approximately $72/mo. Some months the cost will fluctuate according to usage. Trustee Tierney seconded the motion. All ayes, motion carried.
Trustee Brennan stated the current server that the Police Department is using is overrun with data. They have an estimate from Lloyd It Services in the amount of $3,142.62. They have also requested a bid from Dell directly, which have not yet received a response.
Trustee Brennan made a motion to purchase a new server not to exceed $3,200.00. Trustee Tierney seconded the motion. All ayes, motion carried.
WATER & SEWER, (Matt Bunger): Kent Thompson gave an update about the ongoing projects. He stated the wastewater treatment pumps have both been installed. He stated the telemetry project is half-way complete. He stated he is currently waiting on Petersburg Plumbing to give him an estimate on the sewer lining.
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT (Hofferkamp): Trustee stated the grand opening of the Interurban Merchant was a success. She stated she has received positive feedback regarding the new business. She stated they are looking into having a farmer’s market on Sundays from 10-2:00. She stated she has offered the street to be closed off for the duration of the farmers market. The farmer’s market will be for local vendors. Trustee Hofferkamp stated she is trying to work with Interurban Merchant and Market on the Hill (Mt. Pulaski). She would like to see the small local businesses work together.
Trustee Hofferkamp stated a certificate of appreciation was given to Bob Kording for all his hard work in seeking a new business for our Village. She stated the Interurban Merchant will only be open on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays until their business increases.
Trustee Hofferkamp stated John Shafer (architect for Community Center) will have the final proof ready for the July 27th meeting.
PARKS & RECREATION (Dave Carter): Trustee Carter made a motion to allow President Yokley to attend the meetings regarding the Multi-Use Trail and sign any documents that President Yokley and the attorney agree to. Trustee Hofferkamp seconded the motion. All ayes, motion carried.
President Yokley stated the bids for the Multi-Use Trail were 10% over what they budgeted for. This means there will be additional costs to both Sherman and Williamsville. President Yokley stated the additional expense will not be near as significant as if we would scratch the project and have to repay all the funds that have already been paid to us.
Trustee Carter discussed the Springfield Park District’s article in the newspaper regarding annexing properties in Sangamon County. Randy Segatto will research this issue.
Randy Segatto stated a complaint has been filed with the county regarding the lot located at 101 West Jones Street. He stated there are numerous liens on the property that will need to be researched.
STREETS, ALLEYS, SIDEWALKS & STORM SEWERS (Patrick Gettleman): Trustee Gettleman had nothing to report.
ADDITIONAL BUSINESS: President Yokley stated the air conditioner at the Village Hall is approximately 10-12 years old and needs replaced.
Trustee Tierney made a motion to replace the air conditioner in the amount of $8,260.00 from Gatschenberger Heating & Cooling. Trustee Hofferkamp seconded the motion. All ayes, motion carried.
President Yokley stated the purchase of the riprap has been put on hold until Trustee Bunger researches some grants.
Trustee Carter made a motion to approve Trick-or-Treating hours to be 5:00-8:00 p.m. Trustee Hofferkamp seconded the motion. All ayes, motion carried.
President Yokley stated the Village has received approximately $34,000 for donations towards the park project. President Yokley stated the Kona Ice (snow cone fundraiser for the park) proceeds totaled $175.00. The regular board meeting of the Board of Trustees for the Village of Williamsville adjourned at 7:08 p.m.
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