The village of Hampton Board of Trustees met Oct. 11 to update the hazard mitigation plan.
Here are the meeting's minutes, as provided by the board:
VILLAGE OF HAMPTON, ROCK ISLAND COUNTY, ILLINOIS
REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE VILLAGE OF HAMPTON, ILLINOIS OCTOBER 11, 2016 7:00 PM
BE IT REMEMBERED, THAT THERE CAME AND WAS HELD A REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE VILLAGE OF HAMPTON, ILLINOIS IN THE VILLAGE HALL OFSAID VILLAGE:
Members present: Trustee Kevin Hamilton *---
Trustee Jeff Heintz Trustee Matt King Trustee Richard Vershaw Treasurer Christine Lage Fire/Rescue Chief Dave Johnson Public Works Supervisor Scott McKay Attorney Clayton Lee
Members absent: President Kevin Irby
Trustee Cari Griffin Trustee Mickey Van Dieren Chief of Police Terry Engle Deputy Clerk Carissa DeGeeter
Others present: Rich and Linda Churchill, 613 12" Avenue; Mike and Dona Patton, 613 3"Avenue; Robert Whitmire, 8072"Avenue Court; Steffanie Adams, 5133"Avenue; SGT Devin McNeill, Hampton Police Department.
Due to the absence of President Irby and President protem Van Dieren, Clerk Toalson called the meeting to order at 7:00 PM and asked for a motion for a Trustee to preside over the meeting. It was motioned by Trustee King with a second by Trustee Hamilton to appoint Trustee Wershaw to preside over the meeting. Motion carried by unanimous voice vote. Clerk Toalson called the roll noting a quorum present and the Pledge of Allegiance was recited.
Approval of the Minutes of the Regular Meeting of September 26, 2016: Motion by Trustee Hamilton, second by Trustee Heintz to approve the minutes as presented. Roll call vote as follows: Hamilton, Heintz, King and Vershaw: "Aye”. VanDieren and Griffin: absent. Motion carried.
Approval and Authorization for Payment of Bills: Motion by Trustee Hamilton, second by Trustee Heintz to approve the bills and authorize for payment. Roll call vote as follows: Hamilton, Heintz, King and Vershaw: "Aye”. Van Dieren and Griffin: absent. Motion carried.
Approval of the Treasurer's Report for the Month Ending September, 2016: Motion by Trustee Hamilton, second by Trustee Heintz to approve the Treasurer's Report. Roll call vote as follows: Hamilton, Heintz, King and Vershaw: "Aye”. Van Dieren and Griffin: absent. Motion carried.
Consideration and Approval of Resolution 16-04 In Support of Approval and Adoption of the Rock Island County Multi-Jurisdiction Local Hazard Mitigation Plan Update: Michael Saponaro, Bi-State Regional Commission was present to answer any questions about the updated plan. There was a specific question about creating a voluntary flood acquisition program near the City Park on 8"Street. There is no park on 8"Street. Mr. Saponaro explained that it is a voluntary program and any changes would require a complete review of the entire plan by FEMA. Discussed. Motion by Trustee King, second by Trustee Hamilton to approve the Resolution. Roll call vote as follows: King, Hamilton, Heintz and Wershaw: "Aye". Van Dieren and Griffin: absent. Motion Carried.
Consideration and Approval for the Purchase of Halloween Candy and Supplies for the Halloween Weenie Roast by the Police Department NTE S670.00: SGT. McNeill stated this would be everything needed for Halloween. Motion by Trustee King, second by Trustee Hamilton to approve the Resolution. Roll call vote as follows: King, Hamilton, Heintz and Vershaw: "Aye”. Van Dieren and Griffin: absent. Motion carried.
Committee Reports.
Streets and Alleys: Trustee Heintz asked about when Brandt Construction is scheduled to start work on 3"Avenue. The contracts were received today for signatures. The project is contracted to be completed by November 15. Tri-City Blacktop did a good job on the alleys and the hope is to budget for the rest to be done next year.
Public Safety: No report.
Police Chief Report: No report.
Fire Rescue Chief Report: Chief Johnson reported the Open House last Saturday went well. They department is now preparing for the chilisupper in November.
Finance: No report.
Administration, Insurance and Code Enforcement: No report.
Village Clerk: No report.
Public Works: Trustee Vershaw stated he is still waiting on an estimate for some drainage work along 3"Avenue.
Supervisor Report: Supervisor McKay reported that he had to replace some valves at the pump house and exceeded his spending authority. The valves needed to be replaced and Couldn't wait for the meeting.
Parks & Recreation: Supervisor McKay reported the last yard hydrant in the park has been replaced.
President's Report and Comments: No report or comments.
Village Attorney Report: No report.
Acknowledgement of Visitors Who Desire to Address the Board: Richard and Linda Churchill, 613 12th Avenue, voiced concerns about enforcement of the Junk, Trash and Refuse Ordinance and the conditions of some properties in Hampton. Discussed reviving the Spring/Fall Cleanup weeks.
Closed Session to Discuss Personnel: Motion by Trustee King, second by Trustee Wershaw to adjourn to closed session to discuss personnel. Roll call vote as follows: King, Vershaw, Heintz and Hamilton: "Aye”. Van Dieren and Griffin: absent. Motion carried. The
meeting adjourned to closed session at 7:38 PM.
VILLAGE OF HAMPTON
Michael J. Toalson Clerk
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