Grundy Reporter

Village of Diamond Village Board of Commission met May 9.

Here are the minutes provided by the commission:

Proceedings, transactions, and resolutions made and order of said record of said Board in the Village of Diamond, IL on the 9th day of May 2023.

The scheduled meeting of the Diamond Village Board was held on Tuesday, May 9, 2023, at 6:00 p.m. with Mayor Teresa “Terry” Kernc presiding. Upon roll call Commissioners present were Mark Adair, Jeff Kasher, Dean Johnson, and Dave Warner.

Oath of Office- Commissioner Addis Dean Johnson

Village Clerk Lori Holmes administered the oath of office to Commissioner Johnson.

Approval of 04-25-2023 Minutes

MOTION was made by Commissioner Kasher, SECOND by Commissioner Warner to approve the 04/25/2023 regular meeting minutes and place on file. All Ayes: Motion Carried.

Approval of May 9, 2023, Bill List

MOTION was made by Commissioner Johnson, SECOND by Commissioner Adair to approve the May 9, 2023, bill list and place on file. All Ayes: Motion Carried.

Approval of the April 2023 Treasurer’s Report

MOTION was made by Commissioner Adair, SECOND by Commissioner Kasher to approve the April 2023 Treasurer’s Report and place it on file. All Ayes: Motion Carried.

Public Comment

None

New Business

Approve and Appoint Mark Adair as Commissioner of Public Health, Safety and Parks MOTION was made by Commissioner Warner, SECOND by Commissioner Johnson to Approve and Appoint Mark Adair as Commissioner of Public Health, Safety and Parks. Ayes: Johnson, Kasher, Warner, Kernc. Abstain: Adair; Motion Carried.

Oath of Office- Commissioner Mark Adair

Village Clerk Lori Holmes administered the oath of office to Commissioner Adair.

Approve to Appoint Craig Van Duyne as Chairman of the Planning and Zoning Board for a 1-year term expiring April 30, 2024.

MOTION was made by Commissioner Adair, SECOND by Commissioner Kasher to Approve to Appoint Craig Van Duyne as Chairman of the Planning and Zoning Board for a 1-year term expiring April 30, 2024. All Ayes: Motion Carried.

Approve Ordinance #2023-04, Designating Commissioners Post and Appointing Other Representatives

MOTION was made by Commissioner Johnson, SECOND by Commissioner Warner to Approve Ordinance #2023-04, Designating Commissioners Post and Appointing Other Representatives. All Ayes: Motion Carried.

Approve Resolution #2023-04, The Village of Diamond Adopting Civility Pledge Mayor Kernc stated the IML has adopted this pledge and would like the village to adopt it as well. She would like the residents to adhere to it when conducting business in the village hall. Kernc stated she can attest the staff adheres to this daily. Commissioner Warner doesn’t feel this is necessary. The fact that we need to make a statement on how to conduct ourselves does not seem necessary. He doesn’t feel that passing a resolution means individuals will change their conduct. There are expectations on how one should behave, and this resolution will have no weight. Kernc doesn’t disagree, however she feels it is worth mentioning this for those conducting business with the village, that the conduct of the staff will be done with respect. Kernc feels if we had this pledge placed on the web, placed in newspapers, etc. it would make individuals feel comfortable discussing matters within the village. Commissioner Kasher stated the village board hasn’t had “heated” discussions and has always conducted us appropriately. Warner added, we already adhere to this, so we don’t need a resolution stating so. Kasher stated, he agrees this is fluff. Commissioner Adair agreed and doesn’t feel it would accomplish anything. This item was passed.

Accept Low Bid for Street Maintenance

Mayor Kernc stated she was very pleased with the results of the bids. D Construction was the lowest bid at $294,127.50. Following: PT Ferro at $310,907.50 and Gallagher Asphalt at $331,526.30. Kernc stated there are 11 locations needing asphalt which the village was going to use Premier Asphalt, however, would like to extend this work to this contract if possible. Village Engineer Mike Perry stated we can ask them if they would be able while they are completing the other work in the area. A change order for the additional asphalting would be required. Kernc will contact D Construction to discuss and move forward with change order if needed. MOTION was made by Commissioner Kasher, SECOND by Commissioner Warner to Accept Low Bid for 2023 Street Maintenance to D Construction in the amount of $ 294,127.50. All Ayes: Motion Carried.

Discussion: Food Trucks; Mobile Food Vendors

Mayor Kernc presented ordinances from other municipalities and would like to implement something similar to the ones presented since there has been an increase in this type of business. She would like to have an ordinance in place for the village for food trucks. Commissioner Warner stated he feels it is a good idea to make sure they are following health department regulations etc. Commissioners Kasher and Adair agree to have something in place. Kernc will work on this and once completed, bring it to board for approval.

Old Business

Grundy and Will County Sheriff’s Monthly Update

Mayor Kernc stated nothing out of the ordinary for Will County or Grundy County Sheriff’s Monthly Report.

Legal Counsel

No Report

Engineer Updates

No Report

Public Works Department Updates

Public Works Supervisor Jim Dunning stated the SCADA has not been operable for several days. Elliot Electric came out to check the electric coming into the building to try to determine why a surge has happened to the computer. The new VFD screens have not been installed yet. The monitoring on Well 2 will start mid-summer. Dunning is meeting with CPV. They have rock available for free which the village can use for shoulder work etc. Dunning is still awaiting a quote from Huber. Commissioner Warner discussed the possible issue which is occurring with our Scada computer. After discussion, Warner did suggest that all computers need to do a weekly re-boot to clear computers out. This will be implemented at the plant and at the village hall.

Clerk Updates

Village Clerk Lori Holmes stated she and Public Work Supervisor Jim Dunning conducted an interview with an individual for the part-time seasonal work. He has been scheduled for his pre employment hiring exams etc. After we receive the results, he will start work the week of the 22nd.

Commissioner Comments

Commissioner Adair

No Report

Commissioner Johnson

Commissioner Johnson stated there is fencing falling located behind retail center on Division St. as well as high grass at the site. Clerk Holmes stated Building Administrator Cindy Haywood is reaching out to the owner already regarding the grass. She will inform her of the fence also.

Commissioner Kasher

No Report

Commissioner Warner

Commissioner Warner stated he and Dunning went to Coal City to see the new Huber which was installed at their plant. They were impressed with it. It is more streamlined than the current system and easier to maintain. Warner did take pictures for comparison and will be presenting them to the board at a future meeting.

Mayor Kernc

Kernc stated she, Perry and Jim Clinard will be meeting on May 16, 2023, with IDOT regarding potential different funding for Will Road.

Adjournment to Closed Session: 2(c) (1) Performance Reviews/Compensation

MOTION was made by Commissioner Warner, SECOND by Commissioner Johnson to enter closed session at 6:53 p.m. All Ayes: Motion Carried.

MOTION was made by Commissioner Kasher, SECOND by Commissioner Warner to enter open session with no action taken at 7:08 p.m. All Ayes: Motion Carried.

Adjournment

MOTION was made to adjourn at 7:09 p.m. by Commissioner Adair, SECOND by Commissioner Kasher. All Ayes: Motion Carried.

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