Village of Diamond Village Board met July 27
Here is the minutes provided by the board:
The scheduled meeting of the Diamond Village Board was held at 6:00 p.m. with Mayor Teresa “Terry” Kernc presiding. Upon roll call Commissioner’s present were Dean Johnson, Jeff Kasher and Dave Warner. Absent: Commissioner Mark Adair. Face masks for non vaccinated attendees along with social distancing was required.
Approval of 07-13-2021 Minutes
MOTION was made by Commissioner Kasher, SECOND by Commissioner Johnson to approve the 07/13/2021 minutes with correction and place on file. All Ayes: Motion Carried.
Approval of July 27, 2021, Bill List
Commissioner Warner inquired of the $5,000.00 payment. Village Attorney John Gallo stated that is the refund of the bond which was posted by Diamond Indoor Trap Range for development purposes. MOTION was made by Commissioner Johnson, SECOND by Commissioner Warner to approve the July 27, 2021, bill list and place on file. All Ayes: Motion Carried.
Public Comment
None
New Business
Mack and Associates Fiscal Audit Presentation
Mayor Kernc welcomed Cate Moulton to the meeting. Cate stated she was the auditor, and they entered an unqualified opinion on the modified cash basis. This is the highest level they can issue. Moulton stated it was a very clean audit. After further information presented by Moulton, MOTION was made by Commissioner Warner, SECOND by Commissioner Kasher to Approve the Fiscal Audit closing April 30, 2021. All Ayes: Motion Carried.
Approve Mayor Kernc Travel, Meal and Lodging Expense for IML Conference in the amount of $864.00
Mayor Kernc stated this was given consensus at the July 13, 2021, which now needs formal approval. MOTION was made by Commissioner Kasher, SECOND by Commissioner Johnson to approve Mayor Kernc Travel, Meal and Lodging Expense for IML Conference in the amount of $864.00. All Ayes: Motion Carried.
Approve Acting Public Works Supervisor Jim Dunning attending the IPWMAN 2021 Conference held October 19-20, 2021
Mayor Kernc stated the information on cost of conference and lodging has not been published yet, but it would be the cost of a room for 2-3 nights, conference cost and meals. Kernc added, it is important and an asset to the village for Dunning to attend this conference. MOTION was made by Commissioner Warner, SECOND by Commissioner Kasher to Approve Acting Public Works
Supervisor Jim Dunning attending the IPWMAN 2021 Conference held October 19-20, 2021. All Ayes: Motion Carried.
Discuss CD Rates at Midland States Bank
Mayor Kernc presented the current rates; 0.20% for 6 months and 0.35% for 15 months. Village Treasurer Wendy Herbert stated she did not feel it would be in the best interest to tie up the money at these rates. Commissioner Kasher agreed not to re-invest into a CD at this present time. Mayor Kernc stated we will revisit this later when the rates increase.
Approve Release of Maintenance Security for Diamond Indoor Trap Range Subdivision Village Attorney John Gallo stated once the public improvements were accepted, Diamond Indoor Trap Range had to post a maintenance bond. Village Engineer Mike Perry and Village Building Administrator Cindy Haywood approved, and no claims had to be made. This is to release the $5,000.00 maintenance bond money. MOTION was made by Commissioner Johnson, SECOND by Commissioner Kasher to Approve Release of Maintenance Security for Diamond Indoor Trap Range Subdivision in the amount of $5,000.00. All Ayes: Motion Carried.
Water Restrictions
Mayor Kernc stated the village received a call from a resident inquiring if watering restrictions are in place within the village. Kernc stated it might be a good idea to do so. Commissioner Warner stated the month of August is around the corner usually a high temperature month. Kernc stated the village might want to visit this topic and implement earlier in the summer for the education and conservation of water. After discussion, Commissioner Kasher stated it cannot hurt to have this in place for the next several months. Kernc stated this will go into effect starting August 1, 2021, and a Smart Message will be sent out to inform the residents. MOTION was made by Commissioner Kasher, SECOND
by Commissioner Warner to Implement the Watering Restrictions Starting August 1, 2021. All Ayes: Motion Carried.
Old Business
Grundy and Will County Sheriff’s Monthly Update
Mayor Kernc presented the Will County Sheriff’s Report. Overall, pretty good report and not a lot of activity. Our cost for services in 2022 is based on the calls completed this current year. A decrease in call activity could mean a decrease in cost for the village for next year’s contract.
Legal Counsel
No Report
Engineer Updates
No Report
Public Works Department Updates
Acting Public Works Supervisor Jim Dunning stated doors for sewer plant have been ordered unfortunately, it will take 8-10 weeks to arrive. The damper and the air handler device have not arrived yet and once received, will be installed. Mayor Kernc, Village Engineer Mike Perry and Dunning met with Wren Construction to discuss possible solutions to resolve the flooding at the plant for the wet well. The solution is to install a restrictor plate like the ones installed at our retention ponds and utilize a smaller opening on the pipe. This install will be completed tomorrow. The installation of the drainpipe at the Division St. residence was completed by the owner. Commissioner Warner inquired about the fence repair at the plant. Dunning stated it has not been completed. Kernc stated that is a priority and needs to be completed as soon as possible.
Clerk Updates
No Report
Commissioner Comments
Commissioner Adair
Absent
Commissioner Johnson
No Report
Commissioner Kasher
No Report
Commissioner Warner
No Report
Mayor Kernc
No Report however, Kernc stated the spreadsheet in the board packet reflects the grants which the village has applied for, and we are approved for phase II engineering 2022 and contingent for the Will Road project construction.
Adjournment
MOTION was made to adjourn at 6:25 p.m. by Commissioner Kasher, SECOND by Commissioner Warner. All Ayes: Motion Carried.
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