Village of Diamond Village Board met Sept. 25.
Here is the minutes provided by the board:
Proceedings, transactions and resolution made and order of said record of said Board in the Village of Diamond, IL on the 25th Day of September 2018.
The scheduled meeting of the Diamond Village Board was held on Tuesday, September 25th, 2018 at 6:00 p.m. with Mayor Teresa Kernc presiding. Upon roll call Commissioners present were Denise Brown and Jeff Kasher. Dave Warner-Absent. Mark Adair-arrived at 6:03 p.m.
Approval of Minutes
MOTION was made by Commissioner Kasher, SECOND by Commissioner Brown to approve the 9/11/2018 regular meeting minutes as reviewed and place on file. All Ayes; Motion Carried.
Approval of Bill List
MOTION was made by Commissioner Brown, SECOND by Commissioner Kasher to approve the September 25, 2018 Bill List and place on file. All Ayes; Motion Carried.
Approve August 2018 Treasurer’s Report
MOTION made by Commissioner Kasher, SECOND by Commissioner Brown to approve the August 2018 Treasurer’s Report and place it on file. All Ayes; Motion Carried.
Public Comment
None
New Business
Discuss and Approve Call One Service Agreement
Mayor Kernc stated this is for the POTS lines that are required at the lift stations.
made by Commissioner Brown, SECOND by Commissioner Kasher to approve the Call One Service Agreement. All Ayes; Motion Carried.
2295 E. Clark St. Water Leak/Sewer Credit
Village Clerk Lori Holmes stated this leak was discussed at a previous meeting however, the leak was over 2 billing cycles, therefore, the remaining gallons leaked is reflected on this bill. Holmes stated a credit of $53.94 applied to sewer would reflect the average usage for this resident. MOTION was made by Commissioner Kasher, SECOND by Commissioner Brown for a sewer credit in the amount of $53.94 for 2295 E. Clark’s November utility bill. All Ayes; Motion Carried.
Approve Grundy County Shop Local Advertisement in the amount of $300.00
Mayor Kernc stated a consensus was given at the September 11, 2018 meeting therefore, an official approval is required. MOTION was made by Commissioner Adair, SECOND by Commissioner Brown to approve payment in the amount of $300.00 for the Grundy County Shop Local Sponsorship. All Ayes; Motion Carried.
Discuss and Approve Marseilles Sheet Metal Inc. in the Amount of $5,825.00 to Fabricate Two Stainless Steel Riser Lids Mayor Kernc stated the fabrication of lids are needed for the salt brine tanks. Kernc stated the village has difficulties getting bids on small jobs that are needed within the village. Marseilles Sheet Metal Inc. is completing the air handler project and the chimney pipe extension. Kernc stated this project needs to be completed for safety. Public Works Director Austin Vining stated there is a rock currently holding the tank lids down into a closed position. Commissioner Kasher inquired the size and material of the lids. After discussion, decision was made to postpone and pass this item until Commissioner Kasher can receive an additional bid for this work. This item was passed.
Discuss and Approve Proposals for Flow Meter for Well #3; Gasvoda and Associates and MB Controls, LLC
Mayor Kernc stated she would like Commissioner Warner involved with this approval since there is a $4,000.00 difference between the two proposals. Village Engineer Mike Perry stated he has not been able to complete the comparisons on the different flow meters proposed. Commissioner Kasher stated he would feel more comfortable to pass until next meeting until further information for comparison purposes is completed as well as having Commissioner Warner present for discussion and approval. This item was passed.
Old Business
Grundy and Will County Sheriff’s Monthly Update No Report
Approval of Revised Fiscal Audit
This item was passed
Discuss and Approve Employee Sick Benefits and IMRF Sick Benefits for Village Employees
Village Attorney John Gallo stated he was able to speak with the IMRF representative. Gallo stated this benefit would allow those employees who exceed the 30 days maximum sick day policy to have an option. Instead of losing days or using them if not actually needed, they can turn those unused sick days into IMRF for service credit. This is at no cost to the village to offer this benefit. Gallo presented the amended policy for the employee handbook. All employees will be given the updated amendment and an acknowledgement will be signed and placed on file once employees receive the amendment. MOTION was made by Commissioner Brown, SECOND by Commissioner Kasher to approve the Employee Sick Benefits section 2.04 to the employee handbook. All Ayes; Motion Carried.
Legal Counsel
No Report
Engineer Updates
Village Engineer Mike Perry stated he has received the 1st draft for the site plans from Morris Hospital. Perry stated crack seal was performed on the bike path.
Maintenance Updates
Public Works Director Austin Vining stated the ventilation system is scheduled to be installed on Friday.
Clerk Updates
No Report
Commissioner Comments
Commissioner Kasher
Commissioner Kasher stated he is still searching for a good used bucket truck for the village. Kasher asked Vining if a stop sign could be installed at Dollar General. A sign was once there however, it is missing and he is concerned for the safety of the traffic.
Commissioner Brown
No Report
Commissioner Warner
Absent
Commissioner Adair
No Report
Mayor Kernc
No Report
Adjournment to Closed Session ((2(c)(1) Employment, Compensation, Discipline, Performance or Dismissal of Specific Employees)
MOTION was made by Commissioner Kasher, SECOND by Commissioner Adair to enter closed session at 6:25 P.M. All Ayes; Motion Carried.
MOTION was made by Commissioner Kasher, SECOND by Commissioner Adair to enter back into open session with no action taken at 6:30 P.M. All Ayes; Motion Carried.
Adjournment
MOTION was made to adjourn the meeting at 6:30 P.M. by Commissioner Adair, SECOND by Commissioner Kasher. All Ayes; Motion Carried.
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