Village of Winslow

Village Board Meeting

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

Members Present:                Mrs. Graham, Mrs. Stark, Mrs. Wire, Mr. Diffenderfer, Mr. Hastings,

Ms. Hook, Mr. Croup

Others Present:                     Bev Mc Phillips, Dawn Sweeney, Denny Bunker,

Steve Solace, Mark Broderick, JR Temperly,

Al and Phyllis Broge, Don Kaufman

 

            A motion was made by Mr. Diffenderfer and seconded by Mr. Hastings to have Mrs. Beverly McPhillips take the position of Village Trustee left vacant by Mr. Croup.  All were in favor.  Motion carried.

 

            Mrs. McPhillips went to the Illinois Tax Increment Association Spring Conference regarding TIF.  A book regarding TIF has been brought back for review.  What was thought to be a free conference turned out to cost $185.00. 

 

            Audience Participation:  Mr. Croup asked the participants if it would be better if we hear what the audience has to say at the beginning of the meeting instead of at the end of the meeting.  Mrs. Stark motioned that audience participation be held first instead of last.  Mrs. Graham seconded it.  All were in favor.  Motion carried.

 

COMMUNICATIONS:

 

            The new contract for Mediacom is here. However, there seems to be a little confusion on the fee. Contract was for $70.50, now it is $50.00.  When questioned, Mediacom came back with $80.00.  $80.00 is good but Mr. Croup thinks he can get a better deal.  No contract has been sent in yet.

           

STREETS, ALLEYS, BRIDGES, AND SIDEWALKS:

 

            Steve Solace mentioned that the road on School Street needed gravel.  It would take 3-4 loads at approximately $40.00 per load to fix and he would level it free.  Mr. Hastings motioned to pay for the 3-4 loads of gravel.  Mrs. Mc Phillips seconded the motion.  Roll call went as follows:

Yeas:  Mrs. Graham, Mr. Hastings, Mrs. Mc Phillips, Mrs. Stark,

Mrs. Wire, Mr. Diffenderfer

Nays:  None

All were in favor.  Motion carried.

 

            Mrs. Stark will be surveying streets and sidewalks to see what improvements are necessary.  She will bring back suggestions at the next meeting.  The bridge repair was also mentioned.  A discussion was made on putting tubes in the bridge.  Mr. Croup has some information and will furnish it to Mrs. Stark as soon as possible.

 

 

 

 

PUBLIC PROPERTY, WATER AND SEWER:

 

The Women’s Club has offered to replace the kitchen floor in the Community Building.  Mr. Hastings motioned that the Board allow the Women’s Club to replace the floor in the kitchen.  It was seconded by Mrs. Graham.  All were in favor.  Motion carried.

 

            GMJ Painting bid for the Township Building was $850.00.  There was some discussion on whether to pay for professional painting or get volunteers.  If volunteers are used there will be cost for paint, liability, etc.  Mrs. Wire will contact GMJ Painting to discuss color scheme and negotiate a price.  This information will be given to Mr. Croup and Mr. Hastings for review and further discussion at the next meeting.

 

            The Website renewal is due.  Renewal for one year is $35.00 whereas if a renewal is done for 5 years, price is only $19.00 per year.  Mrs. Stark motioned that the website be renewed for 5 years at $19.00 per year or $95.00 and Mrs. Mc Phillips seconded it.  Roll call vote was taken:

Yeas:  Mrs. Graham, Mr. Hastings, Mrs. Stark, Mrs. McPhillips, Mrs. Wire, and

            Mr. Diffenderfer

Nays:  None

All were in favor.  Motion carried.

 

            The fire chief asked if we would store their tables in the Old Township Building.  They even offered to let anyone use them with the stipulation that they could not be removed from the building.  Mrs. McPhillips motioned that the fire department could store their tables in the Old Township Building with the stipulation that the tables may be used by anyone using the Old Township Building.  Mrs. Wire seconded the motion.  All were in favor.  Motion carried.

 

            The Fire Department also wanted to store their old pumper in the building for 4-5 months while trying to sell it.  Mr. Hastings motioned that they be allowed to store the old pumper in the Township Building with a re-evaluation or re-negotiation in 6 months.  Mrs. Graham seconded the motion.  All were in favor.  Motion carried.

 

            The Fire Department will also be flushing the fire hydrants on May 24th at 1:00 P.M. 

 

            The manhole at Mr. Diffenderfer’s house is about 5’ deep.  The hill is being re-graded.  The manhole will need another ring added to it.  Mr. Diffenderfer will get details and bring back to the next meeting.

 

            Property owned by Art Stitzer on the hill has a water bill against the people who lived there prior to Mr. Stitzer’s purchase.  He does not feel he is obligated to pay the water bill.  A lien was not placed against the property for the water bill. 

A motion was made by Mrs. McPhillips that Mr. Stitzer not be responsible for the water bill and turn the water on the property.  Mr. Diffenderfer seconded the motion.  All were in favor. Motion carried.

 

Mr. Stitzer’s property also goes over the cliff and down into Paradise Cove.  He would like to deed that part of the property to the Village before he sells the home.  Art Stitzer to be contacted for further discussion regarding property being surveyed, etc.

 

            Mr. Broge suggested that the two electric meters in back of the Museum be changed to one only.  It was mentioned that nothing is paid on them so Mr. Hastings is checking it out.

 

            It was also noted that the Membership Drive, posted in the Journal Standard, was wrong.  A change will be made.

 

            There was discussion on a revised ordinance book.  This needs to be discussed with Mark Zaleski. Don Visel will help to devise a new book.  It was decided to work further on it.

 

 

HEALTH, WELFARE AND POLICE:

 

            It was mentioned that there are rats by the manure pile that is accumulating again at one of the residences.  Don Visel should confront the owner and have it cleaned up again.  Some research will be done as to whether this is covered on the Nuisance Ordinance.

 

            Richard Fuchs is interested in becoming certified for Mosquito Control.  We were asked to be supportive when he decides to go for certification.

 

            There was concern about all the kids on bikes after dark.  All that can be done is talk with the parents and get some rules established.  Some mention was made to revitalize the “Neighborhood Watch”.

 

FINANCE AND APPROPRIATIONS

 

            Motion was made and seconded to reimburse Mrs. Mc Phillips for the $185.00 she had to pay for the Seminar she went to on the TIF Project.  Roll call vote was taken.

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

Nays:  None

All were in favor.  Motion was carried.

 

            Mr. Croup said that the computer needs a new printer.  He can purchase one at Wal Mart for $30.00.  Mr. Diffenderfer motioned that we pay the $30.00 for a new printer.  Mr. Hastings seconded the motion.  Roll call vote was taken.

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

Nays:  None

All were in favor.  Motion was carried.

 

 

 

PERMITS AND LICENSE:

 

            Davey’s Riverside Inn, Ed’s Bar and Grill, and Boco Mini Mart have submitted their liquor license fees.

 

 

OTHER BUSINESS:

 

            Mr. Croup stated that he wanted a Mission Statement.  He would like all of us to think of something.  He wants input.

 

            Paradise Cove will have entertainment on September 21st.  There will be Music in the Cove by Glenda Linderman and the Country Aires at a price of $390.00.  The Motion was made by Mrs. Graham that we pay for the entertainment for September 21st in Paradise Cove provided by Country Aires – Glenda Lindeman band of Freeport in the amount of $390.00.  Bob Hastings seconded the motion.

Roll call vote was taken.

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

Nays:  None

All were in favor.  Motion approved.

 

            Tami Etheridge was appointed to the Planning Commission Zoning Board of Review, position vacated by Mike Croup. 

 

            The Village flag is in rugged shape.  We should replace by Memorial Day.  There is a flag burning ceremony on June 16th in Orangeville.  Richard  Fuchs working on getting a new flag with Laverne Schneider.  Mr. Croup will talk to Mr. Fuchs and get details.

 

            There is a membership drive going on at the Winslow Historical Museum.  Membership dues are $5.00 per year or $100 for a lifetime membership.

           

            John Ammon has three books he has developed for the Paradise Cove.  He’s willing to let us have them for $60.00 total.  Motion was made by Mrs. McPhillips to pay Mr. Ammon for the three books, Mr. Hastings seconded the motion.  Roll call vote was taken.

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

Nays:  None

All were in favor.  Motion carried.

 

            It was moved to approve bills as follows:  General Fund:  $8,122.50; Water and Sewer Fund - $3813.84; Econ Development – Revolving Loan Fund - $36.94; WW-SS Bond Reserve Fund - $1619.18.  Roll call vote was taken.

Yeas:  Mrs. Graham, Mrs. Stark, Mrs. Wire, Mr. Diffenderfer, Mrs. Mc Phillips

Nays:  Mr. Hastings

Motion carried.

 

A motion was made to adjourn the meeting and it was adjourned at 10:20 P.M.

 

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                                                                        Village President - Michael D Croup

 

 

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                                                                        Village Clerk - Linda Hook