Village of Winslow

Village Board Meeting

 

 

 

The Winslow Village Board met in regular session on Wednesday, September 3,

 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. Stark, Mrs. Wire, Ms. Hook, Mr. Diffenderfer, Mr. Croup

Members Absent:                 Mrs. Mc Phillips

Others Present:                     Dawn Sweeney, Dennis Bunker, Al Broge, Nancy Boeck,

                                                Dale Spinhirne

 

            A motion was made by Mr. Diffenderfer and seconded by Mrs. Graham to approve the minutes of the meeting on August 6th as submitted/amended.  All were in favor.  Motion carried.

 

            A motion was made by Mr. Diffenderfer and seconded by Mr. Hastings to approve the treasurer’s report.  All were in favor.  Motion carried.

           

AUDIENCE PARTICIPATION:

 

Mrs. Spinhirne has a concern regarding the kids out on the streets late at night.  She does not feel safe.  The kids are vulgar and threatening and the elderly are getting abused and scared.  She has a notebook she is keeping up on the incidents that have been happening.  Would like to see something done.  Mrs. Wire is getting Neighborhood Watch together and should have something in place by next month.

 

Mrs. Spinhirne also had a check from Gene and Elaine Rockow’s estate for $177.00.  This is to be used for Paradise Cove.  The only thing they stipulated is that if we buy something, a plaque showing the memorial and a picture should be taken and sent to the daughter, Karlene Gardner.

 

Al Broge said that if sidewalks are to be replaced, the Village should look at the banking for water flow issues.  He also stated that all the barrels have been replaced in the village. 

 

            Mr. Croup mentioned that there have been journalists who have been contacting him regarding stories dealing with the Village of Winslow.

           

STREETS, ALLEYS, BRIDGES AND SIDEWALKS:

 

            Mrs. Stark mentioned that the bridge on School Street should be inspected in November.  If the bridge needs replacing there are a few alternatives:

 

1.                  Replace with same kind of bridge

2.                  We can save money by putting tubes down and laying gravel over it.

3.                  We can save money by tearing bridge out, putting tube down, concrete over and grade the road down to the tube so water can flow freely.

 

There are no rules by the State that can make the Village do anything with the bridge.

 

A letter is being composed regarding sidewalk repairs.  This will be distributed to the residents shortly.

 

            Mrs. Stark raised a question as to whether maintenance records are maintained for the vehicles. This should be done.  Denny should keep a record of when oil gets changed, battery changed, engine work, etc. for each vehicle.  This will keep the Village alert as to what needs to be done.  Mrs. Stark will find some maintenance forms that can be filled out easily.

 

            Mr. Diffenderfer mentioned that we need a sign for Taylor stating “Not a Through Street”.  There have been several instances where semi trucks have gone down Taylor and cannot get turned around without problems.

 

PUBLIC PROPERTY, WATER AND SEWER:

 

            Mr. Krahmer is complaining that there is a water leak in the basement.  Mr. Hastings will have to get someone out to check the water turn off.  Seems it can’t be turned off.  Then they can fix the problem in the basement.

 

            Mr. Hastings said that the committee has gone through the new Ordinance Book for any changes that would have to be made.  There will only have to be a few changes.  However, the “Sewer” section should be gone through by Marlin Mason for any suggestions or changes.

 

            Per Mr. Diffenderfer, Cox is checking out the hydrants.  So far the hydrant in front of Dale Spinhirne’s home will cost approximately $4000 to fix.  More estimates are coming.

 

            The house on Taylor was purchased.  The yard has been cleaned somewhat.  However, the windows and doors are still not repaired.  The consensus was to try to contact the owner and let him know our expectations and find out what his intentions are.

 

            The court case of the State of Illinois vs. Robert Krahmer was continued for another month. 

 

HEALTH, WELFARE AND POLICE:

 

            As mentioned above, the Neighborhood Watch program will be running shortly.  Mrs. Wire and Mrs. Hook will get together to get a flyer together for a meeting that will take place for all those who are interested.  This should happen in the next week or so.

 

            Mr. Croup mentioned that there are two bankruptcies pending and we should check to see what the liability is.

                                   

FINANCE AND APPROPRIATIONS:

 

            It was brought up that Mr. Al Broge has done an excellent job and getting the Historical Building complete before he leaves in November.  A thank you will be sent to him.

A motion was made by Mr. Hastings and seconded by Mrs. Graham to approve the bills as follows:

General Fund - $5,690.65, Econ Development - $36.94, Water and Sewer Fund - $3,552.39, WW-SS Bond Reserve Fund - $1,619.18 for a total of $10,899.16. 

Roll call went as follows:

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

Nay:  None

All were in favor.  Motion carried.

 

PERMITS AND LICENSE:

 

            Nothing at this time

                       

OTHER BUSINESS:

 

            Mr. Croup has contacted Leslie Mastroianni regarding whether we could recalculate the Housing Refurbishment Grant to apply toward a Public Facilities Grant.  Deadline is October 1.  Mr. Croup thinks that it should be tabled at this time but we could find out what has to be done. Fehr-Graham has a 95-98% success rate in getting funds.  We should talk to them.  A special information meeting has been set for September 10th at 7:00 PM. 

 

            Mr. Hastings has also sent a letter to Springfield asking for funds for the TIF from existing CDAP monies.  All that can be done is wait for their answer.

 

A motion was made by Mrs. Stark and seconded by Mr. Diffenderfer to adjourn the meeting at 9:25 PM.  All were in favor.  Motion carried.

 

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                                                                                    Village President

 

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                                                                                    Village Clerk