Village of Winslow

Village Board Meeting

 

 

 

The Winslow Village Board met in regular session on Wednesday, August 6, 2003 at 7:00 PM. at the Village Hall.  The meeting was called to order by President Croup.  The roll call went as follows:

Members Present:                Mrs. Graham, Mr. Hastings, Mrs. Mc Phillips, Mrs. Stark,

Mrs. Wire, Ms. Hook, Mr. Croup

Members Absent:                 Mr. Diffenderfer

Others Present:                     Dawn Sweeney, Dennis Bunker, Al and Phyllis Broge,

                                                Andy Youtzy, Don Visel, Tracy Canon, Marty Campbell, Ron Pina

 

            A motion was made by Mrs. Mc Phillips and seconded by Mrs. Graham to approve the minutes of the meeting on July 2nd as submitted/amended.  All were in favor.  Motion carried.

 

            A motion was made by Mrs. Wire and seconded by Mrs. Stark to approve the treasurer’s report.  All were in favor.  Motion carried.

           

AUDIENCE PARTICIPATION:

 

            Mrs. Wire is having trouble getting people involved in becoming a non profit organization put together for the TIF project.  Mr. Croup has some people working on Mr. Crosby.  There will be an informational meeting with Fehr Graham Wednesday concerning grant money for the infrastructure.  To be considered, some changes are required.

1.                  Financing method

2.                  Land Purchase?

 

Mr. Croup will be contacting Mr. Ammon to see if we can use development money.

 

            Mr. Diffenderfer arrived at 7:20 PM.

 

            Mr. Broge mentioned that he spent a lot of time working on the Old Village Hall Building (currently housing the Historical Museum).  He would like to see a restroom put in the back.  He also mentioned that on the rear side of the building where water ran down, the mortar has washed out. He recommends that some tuck-pointing be done.  Mr. Croup will be meeting with Fehr Graham on Wednesday and will ask if Public Facilities Grant money can be used for that purpose.

 

            Mr. Broge also said that the parking in front should be level with the other parking stalls.  Right now the stalls are close to the building and pose a problem.  The committee will look into this and get back with recommendations.

 

            Tracy Canon wanted to clarify the County (Village?) Ordinance that is being considered in Winslow regarding animals.  If passed, the two horses they have will be allowed to remain under the Grandfather clause.  However, they cannot replace a horse once it’s gone.

 

            Marty Campbell asked if he needed a permit for the addition he wanted.  As long as it is a remodeling of the existing building, he does not have to have a permit.

 

            Mrs. Broge stated that a Flea Market will be at the Museum during River Days and welcomed all to come.

           

STREETS, ALLEYS, BRIDGES AND SIDEWALKS:

 

            Mrs. Stark met with Mr. Hastings:

1.                  Bridge on School Street:

a.      Inspection was performed last in November 2001.  Mr. Hastings contacted Fehr Graham and found out that the bridge must be inspected every two years. 

b.      If the bridge needs replacing, the tube method is being considered at a cost of $60,000 with Motor Fuel taxes paying for the project. Trying to contact Paul Hartman, Savanna City Engineer, for additional information.

c.      Mr. Steve Solace informed us that bridge should be rated at 73,280#.  The bridge on Winslow Road is rated at 18 tons.  Was told that a loaded fire truck weighs 33,000#.

 

2.                  Sidewalks:

Many of the sidewalks in Winslow are in need of repair.  Recommend that letter be sent to all property owners in the village that will read:

“Due to public safety, the Village is willing to reimburse for half of sidewalk repair, which runs parallel with the street.  All requests for the money must be made prior to the work being started.  The work must be done per the Village Code ____, Please submit the request in writing to Bonnie Stark, Street Chairman, 293 Carver Street or bring it to the Village Board Meeting, the first Wednesday of the month at 7:00 PM.  The payment will be decided upon before you start the work, but payment will be made after the work is complete.  The Village Board is trying to help you make Winslow a better place to live”.

 

Mrs. Mc Phillips recommended that there be a dollar value mentioned in the letter to the residents.  Mrs. Stark will get information regarding what was charged for the last repairs.

 

3.                  Streets:

Mrs. Stark mentioned that there are holes on Bridge Street downtown that are in dire repair.  She will be contacting Chris Isbell and have the County repair them.  There are also 2 spots near 439 Hubbard Street that will be mentioned for repair as well.

 

                       

PUBLIC PROPERTY, WATER AND SEWER:

 

            Mr. Krahmer said that his property had been zoned industrial quite a few years ago.  According to the zoning maps, this property could not have been zoned industrial.  All the property around it are residential.

 

            We have an opening for the position of Zoning Commissioner.  Mr. Langguth can no longer handle the position due to his wife’s health.  Mr. Croup mentioned that maybe a local contractor would be willing.  He will contact some.  At this time, a Building Permit is needed for a deck at the Mulder’s Just a Little Farm.  The Board decided that this should not pose a problem and a permit would be granted.

 

HEALTH, WELFARE AND POLICE:

 

            Mr. Visel said he had just had a situation over by the bike ramp.  He was questioning what we were going to do.  Do we want to sanction or what? 

            Ron Pina was very concerned that the Village would tear down the bike ramps.  He has a son and several other boys who are working the path to become professional racers and he’d like to see that the ramps stay.  He also promised that if the Village keeps it, he would set some rules and regulations regarding protection, etc.   He wants to work at this with the Village to see that it stays.

            Are we covered by insurance?   Mr. Hastings will look into the liability and check cost.  He will also check other communities to see what their liability has been. 

            There was some conversation as to whether the Village would consider putting this bike track in the Park.

           

            Mr. Visel has a bid for the computer system, but would like to get a few more quotes.  At present, the bid was for about $1500.

                       

FINANCE AND APPROPRIATIONS:

 

            Mr. Croup had some information regarding the tax imposed on communities by Governor Blagojevich.  According to Mr. Sacia, this tax bill was given to them at the 11th hour.  It was the feeling among most of the attendants of the Warren meeting that the fee should have been established per capita, and not per community.  We should not be charged the same as cities like Chicago.  All that can be done at this time is to express your dislike of what has happened and send a letter.  Mr. Croup has done this.

 

A motion was made by Mrs. Mc Phillips and seconded by Mrs. Wire to approve the bills as follows:

General Fund - $5,546.59, Econ Development - $36.94, Water and Sewer Fund - $1,693.68, WW-SS Bond Reserve Fund - $1,619.18 for a total of $8,896.39. 

Roll call went as follows:

Yea:    Mr. Diffenderfer, Mrs. Graham, Mr. Hastings, Mrs. Mc Phillips, Mrs. Stark, Mrs. Wire

Nay:  None

All were in favor.  Motion carried.

 

PERMITS AND LICENSE:

 

            Nothing at this time

                       

OTHER BUSINESS:

 

            Mr. Croup mentioned that we needed more water bills that are  sent out to customers.  It was agreed that  we should purchase 1000 at this time.

 

            A donation of $500 was sent in by the Ocker family for a memorial fund to be used for the Community Building.  A thank you will be sent.

 

 

A motion was made by Mr. Diffenderfer and seconded by Mrs. Graham to adjourn the meeting at 9:15 PM.  All were in favor.  Motion carried.

 

                                                                                    ______________________________

                                                                                    Village President

 

                                                                                    ______________________________

                                                                                    Village Clerk

 

 

Red italics are inserted by Mayor Croup