Grundy Reporter

Village of Diamond Village Board met Sept. 11.

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 11th Day of September 2018.

The scheduled meeting of the Diamond Village Board was held on Tuesday, September 11th, 2018 at 6:00 p.m. with Mayor Teresa Kernc presiding. Upon roll call Commissioners present were Mark Adair, Denise Brown, Jeff Kasher and Dave Warner.

Approval of Minutes

MOTION was made by Commissioner Warner, SECOND by Commissioner Adair to approve the 8/28/2018 regular meeting minutes as reviewed and place on file. All Ayes; Motion Carried.

Approval of Bill List and additional check #2298

MOTION was made by Commissioner Kasher, SECOND by Commissioner Brown to approve the September 11, 2018 Bill List and additional check for TEST Inc. in the amount of $950.00 and place on file. All Ayes; Motion Carried.

Public Comment

None

New Business

Discuss and Approve Research Study for Doctoral Student at U of I

Village Clerk Lori Holmes stated she received a letter from a doctoral student who is attending the University of Illinois and they are requesting permission to conduct a research study regarding residency requirements of our municipal employees. MOTION was made by Commissioner Kasher, SECOND by Commissioner Warner to approve the research study for doctoral student attending the University of Illinois. All Ayes; Motion Carried.

Discuss Rate Analysis Information

Mayor Kernc stated RCAP conducted a study on the water and waste water treatment plant and the results have been completed. Kernc presented the results starting from 2014 until 2017. The outcome from the results determined that our water and sewer rates are adequate based on a 5% yearly increase which was part of the loan requirement.

Discuss and Approve Marino Truck & Equipment Repair Inc. Estimate to Repair Bucket Truck

Public Work Director Austin Vining stated during the village’s bucket training presented by our risk management carrier, numerous issues were found regarding the safety and outdated equipment on the truck. The truck was brought in for repairs and the estimate for all repairs necessary is in the amount of $9,571.26. Discussion regarding to repair the 1996 truck or to purchase a newer used bucket truck. Commissioner Kasher stated a list of requirements will be needed before searching for a used truck.

Kasher recommended gas not diesel fuel, down riggers and specific height capabilities. Vining and Kasher will pursue in a search for a good used bucket truck.

Discuss and Approve Treasurer Sheryl McDaniel to attend the Illinois Enterprise Zone Association Conference Oct. 3-5, 2018

Mayor Kernc presented the estimated expense report in the amount of $550.00 since the exact costs have not been released. Commissioner Kasher asked if attending is worthwhile. Kernc stated McDaniel has learned some valuable information regarding Enterprise Zone procedures. MOTION was made by Commissioner Kasher, SECOND by Commissioner Brown to approve Treasurer Sheryl McDaniel attending the Illinois Enterprise Zone conference Oct. 3-5, 2018. All Ayes; Motion

Discuss and Approve TEST Inc. Contract for WWTP/WTP

Mayor Kernc stated she had received consensus for these agreements. The agreements were necessary for compliance for the operations at the water and waste water treatment plants. The agreements are effective for 1 year but can be canceled by either party by giving a 30-day notice in writing. MOTION was made by Commissioner Warner, SECOND by Commissioner Kasher to approve the TEST Inc. service agreements for the WWTP and WTP in the amount of $ 950.00 per month. All Ayes; Motion Carried.

Old Business

Grundy and Will County Sheriff’s Monthly Update

An officer from the Grundy County Sheriff’s department was in attendance and reviewed the monthly calls. Mayor Kernc presented the Will County Sheriff’s calls.

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 has not be able to discuss the information with the IMRF representative. This item was passed.

Legal Counsel

No Report

Engineer Updates

No Report

Maintenance Updates

Public Works Director Austin Vining stated water meter replacements have begun on Hugh Street. Mayor Kernc stated she and Vining have comprised a list of priority items which need attention and completed before winter arrives.

Clerk Updates

No Report

Commissioner Comments Commissioner Kasher

No Report

Commissioner Brown

No Report

Commissioner Warner

Commissioner Warner presented the WWTP/WTP service repair spreadsheet.

Commissioner Adair

Commissioner Adair stated the fence has been completed at the baseball field.

Mayor Kernc

Mayor Kernc stated the Grundy County Chamber if promoting a Shop Local Campaign and is asking formunicipalitiestoadvertisetheirtownandlogotopromotetheirvillage’sbusinesses. Consensus was given by the board for the $300.00 sponsorship.

Adjournment to Closed Session ((2(c)(1) Employment, Compensation, Discipline, Performance or Dismissal of Specific Employees)

MOTION was made by Commissioner Warner, SECOND by Commissioner Adair to enter closed session at 6:45 P.M. All Ayes; Motion Carried.

MOTION was made by Commissioner Warner, SECOND by Commissioner Kasher to enter back into open session with no action taken at 7:27 P.M. All Ayes; Motion Carried.

Adjournment

MOTION was made to adjourn the meeting at 7:28 P.M. by Commissioner Warner, SECOND by Commissioner Kasher. All Ayes; Motion Carried.

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