Village of Hampton Board of Trustees met Jan. 8.
Here is the minutes provided by the Board:
President Vershaw called the meeting to order at 7:00 PM. Clerk Bergeson called the roll noting a quorum present and the Pledge of Allegiance was recited.
Approval of the Minutes of the Regular Meeting of December 14, 2017: Motion was made by Trustee Hamilton second by Trustee Goodman. Voice Vote. Motion carried.
Approval of the Minutes of the Regular Meeting of December 26, 2017: Motion was made by Trustee Hamilton second by Trustee Goodma carried.
Approval and Authorization of Payment of Bills: Motion was made by Trustee Adams second by Trustee Hamilton. Discussion regarding the late fees charged for unpaid bills, Clerk Bergeson is now entering invoices instead of Treasurer. Roll call vote as follows: Adams, Hamilton, Heintz, King, VanDieren and Goodman. Motion carried.
Discussion regarding the Lift Station matter on 9th Avenue Court: Resident Randy Baldridge appeared on behalf of his daughter who owns the home regarding the matter. (The lift station located on 9th Avenue Court services only one home, there has been many clogs from foreign matter, the resident was notified that under normal wear and tear the Village would pay for any maintenance to the pump inside the lift station. On Saturday, July 29, 2017, a call was placed to our Public Works department regarding an issue with the pump. Public works went to the lift station to repair the pump, it was later discovered by MVP Pump as a scented warmer which was the reason for the failure of the pump. The Village notified the home owner that this was beyond the Village's responsibility.) Mr. Baldridge would like the Village to look into a more aggressive pump (grinder pump) to install at the lift station, to eliminate this from happening again. Mr. Baldridge stated he would even be willing to pay for the more aggressive pump. Mr. Baldridge stated they will pay the invoice to MVP Pump for the replacement.
Consideration and Approval of the Memorandum of Water Tower Lease. Motion by Trustee Adams second by Trustee Hamilton. Discussion as follows: Roll call vote as follows: Adams, Hamilton, Heintz, King, VanDieren and Adams. Motion carried.
Discussion, Consideration and Approval regarding the Maintenance Truck repairs and replacement. Supervisor McKay spoke with the Board regarding the condition of the F550 Maintenance Truck. The box on the bed is in very poor condition and the truck broke down during use. Supervisor McKay presented the Board with quotes on new trucks and a quote on repairs. Motion by Trustee Adams second by Trustee Goodman for this matter to be table until more quotes were obtained for a replacement bed. Voice Vote, Matter tabled.
Consideration and Approval of the 2018 Wireless Communications Service Contract with Racom. Motion by Hamilton second by Trustee Adams to approve the contact with Racom for $509.40. Roll call vote as follows: Hamilton, Adams, Heintz, King, VanDieren and Goodman: "Aye" Motion carried.
Consideration and Approval to send Supervisor McKay to the 36th Annual IRWA Technical Conference. Motion by VanDieren second by Trustee Goodman to approve sending Supervisor McKay to the conference in order for his training to continue. Roll call vote as follows: VanDieren, Goodman, Heintz, Hamilton, King and Adams: "Aye" Motion carried.
Consideration and Approval Resolution of the Village of Hampton to Create an Economic Development Committee. Motion by Goodman second by VanDieren. Discussion regarding adding some language to the Resolution, Resolution to be on next agenda.
Committee Reports - Streets and Alleys: No report, Special thanks to Tyler and Scott!
Trustee Heintz
Public Safety: No report
Trustee Hamilton
Police Chief Report: Blue & Red Christmas was successful, more kids.
Chief Engle
Fire Rescue Chief Report: Absent
Chief Johnson
Finance: need a special meeting to discuss several matters.
Trustee Adams
Trustee Van Dieren
Administration, Insurance and Code Enforcement. No report Village Clerk: The Health plans will be available shortly.
Clerk Bergeson
Public Works: No report
Trustee King
Supervisor Report: No report
Supervisor McKay
Parks & Recreation: No report
Trustee Goodman
President's Report and Comments: Thank you Public Works!
President Vershaw
Village Attorney Report: No report
Attorney Lee
Acknowledgement of Visitors Who Desire to Address the Board: Thank you to Public Works for keeping the streets clear.
There being no further business, it was motioned by Trustee King, second by Trustee Hamilton, to adjourn until the next regular meeting, voice vote, All in favor: "Aye". None opposed. Motion carried. The meeting was adjourned at 7:57 PM.
http://www.hamptonil.org/downloads/01-08-18%20Minutes.pdf
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