Village of Decatur Meeting Minutes

September 16, 2015 Leave a comment


Village Board of Decatur Regular Meeting
September 10, 2015 4:30P.M.
The Board of the Village of Decatur met in regular session at 4:30 P.M. at the City Hall on September 10, 2015. Visitors signing in were Dale Wolf, Larry Mussack with the Hillcrest Cemetery, Ellen Olson, Wendy Phillips, Jim Nicola, Susan Houck, Steve Kellogg, Cheryl Gatewood, Donnie Warren, Jeania McCulloch, Nina Mussack, Bob Kellogg, Jean Morgan, Dave Kwikkel of Pop N Docs, Doug Kwikkel of Pop N Docs, Debbie Maryott, Don Warren. Not signing in Betty Sparks, Therese Magill, and Marylyn Andersen.

1)        The meeting was called to order by Chairman Loretta Kellogg.
Roll Call: Bolln-here, Kellogg-here, Richards-here, Tolby-here, Wolf-here.
2)         Agenda and minutes of the previous month’s meeting were received:
Roll Call: Bolln-yes, Kellogg-yes, Richards-yes, Tolby-yes, Wolf-yes.
3)         Approval and/or corrections and suspended reading of the previous month’s minutes.

Correction: None to report
Roll Call: Bolln-yes, Kellogg-yes, Richards-yes Tolby-yes, Wolf-yes.
4)         EXCUSE BOARD MEMBERS NOT ATTENDING MEETING:
            All Present

5)         REPORTS OF OFFICERS, BOARDS, AND OR COMMITTEES
1) Police Monthly Report- Kellogg reported that Gatto is going to the academy October 26, She informed the       Board that they have to provide him with a car or pay for his gas. Bolln stated that we will pay his gas and he can drive his car. Kellogg made a motion that they go into executive session 2nd by Tolby, Roll call: Richards-y,

Bolln-y, Wolf-y, Kellogg-y Tolby-y. Went into executive session at 4:32. At 5:02 Richards made a motion to         come out of executive session 2nd by Bolln, Roll call: Wolf-y, Kellogg-y, Tolby-y, Richards-y and Bolln-y.

2) Lights Monthly Report- Wolf stated there has been nothing brought to her attention. Clerk stated that they will          be reading meters next week. Wolf asked the clerk to explain how the employees get their electric at cost. Clerk      report that Larry and her or the only two that get that benefit. Wolf asked how much is it yearly. Clerk stated     around $1000.00 per year that has to be reported as income on our taxes.

3) Water & Sewer Monthly Report- Richards stated that we have a customer down by the ballpark that is not       getting any pressure in his water. Richards said that it has been a problem before. Richards said that it is             something with our main line, as it is not going through his meter.

4) Parks Monthly Report – Tolby reported income of $7,778.26 in August. Tolby stated that the park is paying             for itself and all the nice reports she is hearing from the campers are good.

A)Outdoor boxes for brochures and booklets.

Tolby presented to the board a place to have brochures and booklets down at the park. Clerk stated that they are           weather proof holders. Clerk also reported that the cost of both of the them would be $42.18. Wolf made a             motion to purchase the 2 items and put them down at the park because if the park makes $7000. then we can     afford it. 2nd by Richards Roll call: Kellogg-y, Tolby-y, Bolln-y, Wolf-y, Richards-y. Kellogg asked Tolby    about the fence. Clerk stated that they had one bid come in from Boden and Hightree for $5,700.00. Bolln stated     one section at Menards is $25.00, and we would need 710 feet. Kellogg asked the clerk to check with Menards          and one other place. Then if we purchase the fence we can get bids for labor.

5) Streets Monthly Report –Bolln reported sales tax for June $4,439.57. Bolln reported that they were going to           have the locate come out for 7th St. and see what we can do with the culvert. Bolln also stated that he would be    contacting Knife River to come down and look at some of the streets.

 

6) Recycling- nothing to report.

6)        OLD BUSINESS

1) Park fence. This was discussed up in the park report.

2) The Dump Clean-up- Clerk stated that we are awaiting a letter that states we have returned to compliance      from EPA.

 

 

7)         NEW BUSINESS
            1) Wendy Phillips-Sewer problems 212 E 9th- Wendy came to the board and stated that her mom’s old place had         sewer problems. They called Leonard Olson to come out. She said that he put a new clean out in. But that the     problem was on the city. She does not feel that her mom should have to pay for the whole bill. Richards stated           that we have some mysteries down in that area, and that something does need to be done. Phillips would like the            board to entertain the thought of helping pay the bill. Kellogg asked Richards to do some checking to see what      the Village’s liability and homeowners liability. Phillips stated that it is working properly know.

2) Cheryl Gatewood and Jeania McCulloch- Complain about cop and junk property. Cheryl and Jeania came to            the board. Cheryl stated that he needs to slow down. Kellogg stated that she has talked with him. Kellogg stated             that we will discuss his driving with him again. Kellogg stated that she will let him know that more complaints         have been received. Cheryl wants the place across from her cleaned up. Our Peace officer is able to enforce our      ordinances. Cheryl was also concerned with the two properties that had fires. Kellogg stated that they will be           getting notices.

3) Larry Mussack (Hillcrest Cemetery)-Snow removal at cemetery. Larry came to the table and informed the Board that he is the president of the Hillcrest Cemetery Board. He asked the Board if the Village crew will continue to remove snow up at the cemetery. The Board assured him that they will continue to remove snow at the cemetery. Kellogg stated speaking of snow removal down at Pop n Docs they are requesting that the crew lift the blade up an inch when doing their area.
4) Recall Election date needs to be set. Kellogg stated that a date needs to be set. She stated that November 3rd is regular election date. Wolf made a motion that we do the voting at our regular polling place on November 3rd Tolby 2nd Roll call: Kellogg-y Richards-y, Bolln-y, Wolf-y, Tolby-y.

5) Sapp Bros Petroleum, Inc. Contract- Clerk reported that Sapp Bros has converted our prepaid for 2015-2016    @ .92 per gal. Total Dollar Amount $5744.32. Clerk stated that propane is not going to be in the budget this      year.

 

8)        CORRESPONDENCE

Burt County Economic Development is asking us to become a partner. The total for the membership is $2800.00         payable in 2 payments of $1400.00. Marylyn Andersen came to the table and stated that Patty Plugge works hard       to find grants and other things that could improve Burt County. She said that there are grants out there to clean-        up the run down houses in Tekamah. Richards said that we are going to table this. Also a thank you card was     received from Chevy thanking us for allowing him to build the dock.

9)       ANNOUNCEMENTS

10)       APPROPRIATIONS AND CONSIDERATION OF THE CLAIMS:

1) Claims preapproved by Bolln and Tolby

2) Motion to Approve the Claims as Submitted

Richards 2nd Wolf

Roll Call: Kellogg-Y, Tolby-Y, Bolln-Y, Richards-Y, Wolf-Y

Any questions from the audience-

Dave Kwikkel came to the table he is concerned about the road leading down to the marina. Bolln stated that he             is having Knife River come next week. Kwikkel also voiced his concern about the police man.

Therese Magill came to the table and made a statement that there have been people stopping by the house and      saying that Dan Magill is the one who called EPA. Therese just wants everyone to know that he is not the one      that called.

11)       MOTION TO ADJOURN THE MEETING          
Richards 2nd Bolln
Adjournment Time:   6:02 pm
Loretta Kellogg/Chairperson

Ann Chytka /Village Clerk

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Village of Decatur Meeting Minutes

July 15, 2015 Leave a comment


Village Board of Decatur Regular Meeting
July 9, 2015 4:30P.M.
The Board of the Village of Decatur met in regular session at 4:30 P.M. at the City Hall on July 9, 2015. Visitors signing in were Nina Mussack, Shiela Maryott, Dale Wolf, Jim Maryott, Betty Sparks, Laura Sparks, Debbie Maryott, Jaime Bacon, Patty Plugge, Stephanie Warren, Jimmy Warren, Jason Troutman, Jolene Stevens, Bob Kellogg, Susan Houck, Cheyanne Jessen, Jill Maryott, Jeanea McCulloch, Kay Kellogg, Penny Warren, Theresa Magill, Debbie & Charlie Krutilek, Jackie Anderson. Not signing in Donnie Warren, Ellen Olson, Matt Connealy, Steve Kellogg, and Jim Nicola

1)        The meeting was called to order by Chairman Loretta Kellogg.
Roll Call: Bolln-here, Kellogg-here, Richards-here, Tolby-here, Wolf-here.
2)         Agenda and minutes of the previous month’s meeting were received:
Roll Call: Bolln-yes, Kellogg-yes, Richards-yes, Tolby-yes, Wolf-yes.
3)         Approval and/or corrections and suspended reading of the previous month’s minutes.

Correction: None to report
Roll Call: Bolln-yes, Kellogg-yes, Richards-yes Tolby-yes, Wolf-yes.

4)         EXCUSE BOARD MEMBERS NOT ATTENDING MEETING:
            All Present

5)         REPORTS OF OFFICERS, BOARDS, AND OR COMMITTEES
1) Police Monthly Report- Kellogg stated that we are waiting to hear if Joseph Gatto is accepted to the police academy in Grand Island.

A-Sleuth Program Bolln made a motion that we drop the Sleuth program 2nd Wolf, Roll Call Tolby -yes     Richards-Yes, Wolf -yes, Bolln- Yes Kellogg-yes

2) Lights Monthly Report- Wolf reported no problems and no complaints

3) Water & Sewer Monthly Report- Richards reported that the sewer issue has been fixed and all covered up.      Alta asked about Judy Andersons water. Bob stated that the water is running through the meter. Kellogg asked   that Richards follow up with Judy.
4) Parks Monthly Report – Tolby reported income of $7567.88 for June. She stated that the bathrooms need to be tended to. Kellogg stated that the floors in the bathrooms need to have the bumpy stuff on it and then a coat that will keep the floors dry. The shower needs a curtain. Tolby stated that they need to have a light in the bathroom. The walk down to the dock the railing needs to be repaired. A concerned citizen asked if the mold in the bathrooms is black mold?

Kellogg stated she said that when she was down she saw people fishing from the dock and laying out on the dock. Kellogg stated that we should invest in a sign that states No Fishing or Swimming off dock and no unattended boats. Kellogg stated that when the boy scouts came they were rained out. When they come this month they will do the painting.

 

5) Streets Monthly Report –Bolln reported sales tax received for April was $2,628.11. He said maybe next year can do something with the money coming in from sales tax. Kellogg asked if there was a bid for rock for the roads up by Holidays and Skips. No bid for rock has been published but we will run an ad.

6) Recycling- Nothing to report

6)         OLD BUSINESS
            1) Health & Life Insurance bids- Jaime and Kay came to the table. Jaime stated that the Blue Cross renewal is coming in with a 7.73% raise in premiums which is high. She also presented a bid for United Health Care. The comparable UHC is 700.00 savings. She asked if we had any questions on the current plan. The insurance takes affect 8-1-2015. Kay stated she also has a bid from United Health Care. Bolln made a motion that this be tabled until next meeting. 2nd by Tolby. Roll call Richard-yes, Wolf-yes, Kellogg-yes, Bolln-Yes, Tolby-yes. There will be a special meeting, due to the next regular board meeting is after the 1st.

2) Employee hours- Kellogg stated we are discussing the hours not any person or their character. We are discussing hours. Right now we pay 112 hours out from maintenance and 80 hours out of the office. Somewhere along the line we need to cut these because not all these hours are needed. She stated that we do need about 50-70 hours per week out of the maintenance building and 40 hours in office so someone is there each day. We need to do some budget cuts and she needs to know what other board members ideas are. She asked what the board members for their ideas. Wolf stated that she has been driving around the city for weeks and she finds many things that are in bad shape. She would like to purpose that we cut some hours and hire someone to clean the clinic because they are not happy with how it is being cleaned. That we hire someone to take care of the park, the city hall and the dump. Because Melvin is getting so old and he is not able to take care of the dump. The dump is full of weeds and Frank burned the dump and that helped. Wolf thinks that we need to hire a maintenance person for so many hours a week to take over of all four jobs. Kellogg questioned if it would be cheaper by not having to pay an hourly wage.  Bolln said you are just adding another person. Kellogg stated would not have to pay insurance, vacation or sick leave. Kellogg stated that she has had a lot of people come to her to mow for 8 or 9 dollars a hour. Kellogg stated that if we eliminate 40 hours from the maintenance and hours limited in the office area that would cut out a bunch of the budget. Bolln made a motion to leave the hours as is. Motion died for lack of 2nd. Tolby made a motion that we eliminate Mr. Magill. Kellogg stated that Tolby made a motion to eliminate the 40 hours that Dan Magill holds she requested a 2nd. Wolf 2nd roll call- Richards-no, Bolln-no, Tolby-yes, Wolf-yes, Kellogg-yes. Kellogg stated that we will be eliminating the 40 hours that Dan carries so when do we want it to end. Wolf made a motion that the hours will end on the 15th of July. 2nd by Tolby Roll call- Richards-no, Bolln-no, Wolf-yes, Tolby-yes, Kellogg-yes. Then they discussed the office hours. The clerk asked if they could do a trend study and see when there needs to be 2 people in the office. Also maybe reducing both of the office hours down to 32 hours per week. discussion went on. Bolln made a motion that we table the office hours until next meeting. 2nd by Tolby Roll call- Richards-yes, Wolf-yes, Kellogg-yes, Bolln- yes, Tolby- yes.

7)         NEW BUSINESS
            1) Nina Mussack- Cops/ Nina came to the table she said her first question was covered at the beginning. Nina stated that the information she had was that Joseph had been refused entrance into the academy. Kellogg stated that he had applied in 2010 and the guy at the academy many people can redeem themselves. Kellogg stated if he cannot go to the academy we do not need his services. Nina said true. Nina thought that the background check should have been done before his hiring. Nina asked if that was done. Loretta said yes the back ground check we did is the one that anyone can get. Alta stated that only a police chief or a sheriff can pull a background record. Nina wanted to know if he has a permit to carry a gun. Nina would like to see the permit. Kellogg said yes. Nina asked if he was still going to be on as an active officer in Decatur? Kellogg stated that he can be for 1 year has a peace officer. Nina asked what the difference between peace officer and police officer. A police officer has certified training and a peace officer is not certified. Alta said he is a peace officer he can give tickets and stop people. Nina also stated that Joe’s speeding around town needs to be addressed. Nina also stated that in her opinion she John Paul was hired illegally because this was not advertised in the paper. Kellogg stated we advertised for a police man in Decatur. Loretta stated that at the board last month they voted to let her hire a part time police officer. Nina asked if they were any interviews for a part-time officer.     Kellogg stated she interviewed many and all were considered for both full and part time. Clerk stated that motion in the last meeting was for Loretta to set a schedule for the part-time, but not to hire. Bolln stated that he didn’t remember hearing the motion to hire. Nina is saying not to get rid of John Paul she just thinks it was done wrong. Kellogg stated at the last meeting it was agreed to hire Joe full time and hire a part time officer. Nina said she has nothing bad to say about John Paul. Nina stated as far as the part-time you did have other part-time applicants. Kellogg stated yes. Nina then went back to Joseph and asked that he has paper work to fill out to file. Kellogg stated yes he has filed the paper work with the academy. Nina stated then if he is not accepted then will you open the position up for a full time officer. Kellogg stated yes. Kellogg stated that if he cannot go to the academy there is no sense in continuing his service. Nina also stated she was concerned about him carrying a gun. Kellogg stated that she appreciated that the community coming to us and asking questions.

2) 4-H Contract- Jackie came to the table they reviewed the contract Wolf made a motion to renew the lease with 4-H 2nd Tolby Roll call Richards-yes, Bolln-no, Tolby-yes, Wolf-yes, Kellogg-yes.

 

3) Jim Maryott- Answering emergency questions/ Jim came to the table to talk to the board about the sirens and the emergency procedures for the city. He stated that there has been a lot of talk since the last storm event. Legion Hall was open and the park was evacuated and they had 35-40 adults, kids, and dogs. Things that we learned from that is maybe have a sign-in sheet so everyone is accounted for. He talked with Bill Pook region 5and 6the civil defense he has given us a lot of money for the 911 system, and the repeaters. The bottom line lowest siren you can get is about $12,000 up to $20,000. He stated that we would like to place a siren down by the new river houses, one down in the marina and in Beck Park. But that would be a big cost to the village. The new siren blast to take shelter is one 2 minute blast and all clear will be 3 blasts. Testing is done on the 1st Saturday of each month at 10 AM. Jim stated that the best defense is would be to purchase a storm radio. He also discussed the Village may want a generator for the power in the future.

 

4) Consideration to vacate portioning 12th St adjacent to lots 11 through 17 Block 41 – at request of property owners. The board discussed this. Richards made a motion to carry out the vacate. 2nd Bolln Roll call Tolby-yes, Wolf-yes, Kellogg-yes, Richards-yes, Bolln-yes. Clerk stated that the ordinance will be done at next month’s meeting.

5) Patty Plugge – Burt Co. Economic Development. Patty came to the table and invited Decatur to become part of the organization. Burt County Board of Supervisor has agreed to pay 1/2 of the fees. So the cost to the Village would be $1400 in January and $1400 in July. There was a discussion about a news article about the county board implementing a lodging tax in Burt County.   Patty stated that she is not for or against it. Shiela Maryott came to the table and joined this discussion. Shiela is against a lodging tax. Patty said that she is just here to let us know about Burt County Economic Development organization. Alta made a motion to table this matter until next month 2nd by Bolln Roll call Tolby-yes, Richards-yes, Wolf-yes, Bolln-yes, Kellogg-yes.
6) The dump – Weeds, road, and tree limb dumped on the road. Kellogg said that we have already discussed the       dump.

 

8)        CORRESPONDENCE

Email from EPA showing the graffiti on the sign going into the dump was going to be left out of the             inspection report. Clerk stated the we will be receiving a complete inspection report is on its way.

 

9)       ANNOUNCEMENTS

1) Clerk announced that the ATV/UTV stickers will be ordered next week for the 2015-2016. They are to be             renewed in August.

 

10)       APPROPRIATIONS AND CONSIDERATION OF THE CLAIMS:

 

1) Claims preapproved by Wolf and Tolby

2) Motion to Approve the Claims as Submitted

Richards 2nd Bolln

 

Roll Call: Tolby-Y, Wolf-Y, Richards-Y, Bolln-Y, Kellogg-Y,

Are there any questions from the audience? Debbie Maryott came to the table and suggested the with employee hours cut go to 30/30. Debbie Krutilek had a question about the 40 hours. Kellogg said that we will not be rehiring for those 40 hours. But will hire out for a few hours. Susan Houck was questioning how much will be saving by eliminating 40 hours. Kellogg stated that we have been working on this budget since January.

10)       MOTION TO ADJOURN THE MEETING          

Richards 2nd Bolln

Adjournment Time:   6:20 pm
 

Loretta Kellogg/Chairperson

Ann Chytka /Village Clerk

 

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Village of Decatur Meeting Minutes

June 16, 2015 Leave a comment


Village Board of Decatur Regular Meeting
June 11, 2015 4:30P.M.
The Board of the Village of Decatur met in regular session at 4:30 P.M. at the City Hall on June 11, 2015. Visitors signing in were Nina Mussack, Bob & Sandra Kellogg, Theresa Magill, Dan Magill, Betty Sparks, Steve Kellogg, Dale Wolf, Jim Nicola, Jason Troutman, Jolene Stevens, Jeania McCulloch, Penny Warren, Paul Richards, Debbie Maryott, Joyce McCullock, Jimmy Warren, Stephanie Warren, Larry Lasher, Jackie Anderson, Betty Tyndall, Susan Houck, Karma Farrens, Not signing in Brantley Vavra, Debbie & Charlie Krutilek, Donnie Warren, Ellen Olson, Matt Munderloh, Jamie Horter, Mark Jackson

1)        The meeting was called to order by Chairman Loretta Kellogg.
Roll Call: Bolln-here, Kellogg-here, Richards-here, Tolby-here, Wolf-here.
2)         Agenda and minutes of the previous month’s meeting were received:
Roll Call: Bolln-Yes, Kellogg-yes, Richards-yes, Tolby-yes, Wolf-yes.
3)         Approval and/or corrections and suspended reading of the previous month’s minutes.

Correction: None to report
Roll Call: Bolln-yes, Kellogg-yes, Richards-yes Tolby-yes, Wolf-yes.

4)         EXCUSE BOARD MEMBERS NOT ATTENDING MEETING:
            All Present

5)         REPORTS OF OFFICERS, BOARDS, AND OR COMMITTEES
1) Police Monthly Report-Kellogg reported that she that we have had some applications and that she has interviewed Joseph Gotto he is going to need housing, and that he is willing to pay for his police training. His information was passed around to the board members. Bolln asked Kellogg if he would be able to write tickets while he is school. Kellogg stated that he looked into it and yes he would be able to. Wolf asked Kellogg if he had been interviewed Kellogg stated yes and that is concern was housing and that he would need a 2 to 3 bedroom house. She stated that he is looking for housing in Blair and Tekamah, he is moving this way. Richards asked if an interview has been set up Kellogg stated it has already been done. Kellogg stated that he is willing to relocate and pay for his schooling. Kellogg asked if we would be hiring him and that we needed part-time also. Wolf asked Kellogg what her recommendation was. Kellogg stated that we definitely need a police officer and the sooner we get one the better off we will be. Wolf made a motion to hire Joseph Gotto for a full time police. 2nd by Richards, Roll call Tolby-yes, Bolln-yes, Kellogg-Yes, Wolf-yes, Richards, yes. Kellogg also stated we are going to need part time officer John Paul Sparks said that he could fill in on Mondays and Tuesdays part-time and Justin Smith stated that he would be able to work the last part of the month here and there if we need him. Kellogg stated for a part-time person we will need one of those to. Wolf made a motion to give Kellogg the authorization to work out the schedule for the part time officer 2nd Tolby Roll call- Richards-yes Bolln-yes, Kellogg-yes, Wolf- yes, Tolby

2) Lights Monthly Report- Wolf reported everything is has gone well. We had a outage it was 2 miles south of the sub plant had a line break underground. It was not the villages fault. Kellogg asked about the box that was out down at the marina clerk stated that the guys took care of that. The clerk stated that the outage today was due to a tree limb on the wire that the guys took care of.
3) Water & Sewer Monthly Report- Richards stated that there was a pole issue up at John Mussack pole and that was taken care of. He said that he had a resident complain when the generator came on it was very loud. Richards stated that when the generator was purchased it was the lowest decibel available. Kellogg stated that we will look for a solution to the noise. The clerk stated that they had received a proposal from Lee to fix the tank. The cost is $98,850.00 but she thought that when Frank and talked to them that it would be lower than before. She stated that Frank will call when he is back on Monday.
4) Parks Monthly Report – Tolby reported income of $3,886.79 for May. Parks have been mowed and look good. She also stated that the fish cleaning station had water running continually, and that the rail leading down to the boat dock needed repaired.

A)Dan Elder- Boy Scouts- clerk stated that she had received an email from Dan stating the days they will arrive. The will arrive on Wednesdays June 24th and July 15th around noon and devote 2 hours to a service project and leave Thursdays around 7:30 AM. Loretta stated that the poles need to be painted and possibly the bathrooms at Beck Park. Walt asked about the 4-H Bronco’s project. Loretta stated that Amy wants that done so they are working on it.

5) Streets Monthly Report – Bolln reported that the crew had been out patching up holes and leveling out the alley down by Jumps. Wolf was asked if there could be asphalt put down on the approach to Elm Creek bridge. Richards stated that last time they were wanting a speed bump down there and that the pot holes are serving a purpose because now people slow down because of the pot holes. Richards stated that there are a couple of holes that need to be filled.

6) Recycling- Nothing to report

6)         OLD BUSINESS
            1) Commercial Insurance- The board were given copies of the proposal and the insurance has gone up $2,116.00 due to workman’s comp. Alta asked if the new dock was covered clerk stated it only is in liability insurance and the clerk stated that the boat docks themselves did not have insurance on them, so if they floated away it wouldn’t be covered. Bolln asked if there would be a difference in the price Kellogg stated it would be a little bit. Tolby made a motion that we insure the new dock under property and liability. 2nd Wolf, Roll call Richards-yes, Bolln-yes, Kellogg-yes, Tolby-yes, Wolf-yes.

2) Ordinance violation letters. The clerk stated that the letters sent out to property owners in violation was very effective and that there was good response. She stated that Greg Haselhorst replied that he had thought that he hired it out for someone to take care of. Jeff Tracy worked on the front yard and Judy Davis cleaned up her yard. Kellogg stated others have been cleaned up.

7)         NEW BUSINESS Clerk stated that # 3 and #9 are being switched
            1) Employee Health and Life Insurance (Bids). The clerk asked for permission to run the ad for 2 weeks. Permission was given.

2) Street Cleaner (Sweeper)- Kellogg asked if we wanted to have the streets cleaned before Riverfront days. Richards made the motion to hire curb appeal to clean the streets 2nd Bolln, Role call- Tolby-yes, Wolf-yes, Kellogg-yes Richards-yes, Bolln- yes.

 

9) Executive Session- Kellogg stated that they need a motion to go into executive session over possible litigation. Wolf motioned to go into executive session of possible litigation. 2nd by Tolby. Roll-call Richards-yes, Bolln-yes, Kellogg-yes, Tolby-yes, Wolf-yes Time 4:55. Motion to come out of executive session was made by Bolln 2nd by Tolby Roll call- Richards-yes, Bolln-yes, Kellogg-yes, Tolby- yes, Wolf-yes. Time 5:39

 

4) Basement water coming in- Kellogg stated that water is coming in the basement and ruining the cabinet stands. Kellogg stated that she had talked with Joyce and that it happens when the water table is high. Richards stated that everything has been tried. it has been sealed, and water still comes in. Kellogg stated that we will have to look into other options.

 

5) Burgess lease- Clerk stated that the Burgess lease is up June 30th and I have printed out the lease agreement. The amount of rent was raised to $725.00 per month. This lease will run July 1, 2015 to June 30, 2016.

 

6) Senior Citizens Center Lease- lease is up June 30th and I have printed out the lease agreement. The amount of rent was raised to $425 per month. This lease will run July 1, 2015 to June 30, 2016.

 

7) Bridge signs- Resolution #143 Clerk stated she handed out pictures of no truck s allowed and then one that has Truck Route with an arrow. And will leave the weight sign up. Richards made a motion to buy these signs for Broadway Bridge stating No Trucks allowed and truck route. 2nd by Bolln Roll call- Tolby-yes, Wolf-yes, Kellogg-yes

Richards-yes, Bolln-yes.

Richards: I would like to introduce the following: Resolution # 143 to prohibit the operation of trucks or other commercial vehicles or impose limitations as to the weight thereof on designated streets and highways;

Kellogg: Clerk would you read Resolution # 143 to prohibit the operation of trucks or other commercial vehicles or impose limitations as to the weight thereof on designated streets and highways;

Village Clerk: Read the Resolution # 143 to prohibit the operation of trucks or other commercial vehicles or impose limitations as to the weight thereof on designated streets and highways;

Bolln I move that said Resolution # 143 to prohibit the operation of trucks or other commercial vehicles or impose limitations as to the weight thereof on designated streets and highways; be passed

Richards: I second the motion

Kellogg: Shall Resolution # 143 to prohibit the operation of trucks or other commercial vehicles or impose limitations as to the weight thereof on designated streets and highways; be passed and adopted by Roll Call:

Village Clerk: Bolln-y, Kellogg-y Richards-y, Tolby-y, Wolf-y

Kellogg : Motion Carried

RESOLUTION NO. 143

WHEREAS Neb. Rev. Stat. §§ 60-680 and 60-681, as amended, grant the Chairperson and Board of Trustees of the Village of Decatur power to regulate traffic and specifically permit local authorities, by resolution, to prohibit the operation of trucks or other commercial vehicles or impose limitations as to the weight thereof on designated streets and highways;

WHEREAS §§ 71.01 and 71.06 of the Code of Decatur permit the Chairperson and Board of Trustees to designate truck routes and to regulate traffic generally; and

WHEREAS the Chairperson and Board of Trustees deem it necessary to prohibit trucks, commercial vehicles, and other motor vehicles of heavy weight from traveling on or over the bridge located on Broadway Avenue;

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Chairperson and Board of Trustees of the Village of Decatur, Nebraska, as follows:

Section 1. No motor vehicle with a gross vehicle weight rating in excess of 14,000 pounds is permitted to travel at any time on or over the bridge located on Broadway Avenue.

Section 2. Signs shall be posted on each side of the Broadway Avenue bridge stating the weight restrictions set forth in the above, or indicating “cars and pickups only,” or state verbiage of similar effect, so as to notify the traveling public of the weight restrictions.

Section 3. Any violation of this Resolution shall be punished as provided generally in the Code of Decatur.

Passed and adopted this 11th day of June, 2015.

 

Loretta Kellogg-                 Chairperson

ATTEST: Ann Chytka/ Village Clerk

8) 2015-2016 Budget preparations/ Clerk advised the board members that they each had a packet with figures to look over.

 

3) Therese Magill-Who decided to let one employee go and when?/ Therese came before the board- She was wondering where it was decided to let Dan go. Kellogg stated I ended up making that decision, but she cannot discuss it because it is confidential and private. Kellogg stated I do apologized for going about it the wrong way and we will do it right way. Kellogg stated that it will be on the agenda for next month. It will be decided if the current hours will continue. Matt Munderloh stated that Dan is a current employee.
10) Copies for Non-profit groups / Churches (fees) Clerk asked who she should charge .25 to? Clerk stated that she did not want to have to call each time to make sure it is ok to make the copies for Non-profit groups / Churches. Bolln made a motion to not charge a fee for Non-profit groups 2nd Richards Roll call Wolf-yes, Tolby-yes, Kellogg-yes, Bolln-yes, Richards-yes
11) Larry Lasher-Fireworks/ Larry came to the before the board asking for permission to do fireworks on the 4th of July down at the ball field. Wolf made a motion to give $150.00 to Larry Lasher and $150.00 to Community Club for their fireworks. 2nd by Tolby Roll Call Bolln-yes, Kellogg-yes, Richards-yes, Wolf-yes, Tolby.

 

12) Resolution #144 – Northeast Nebraska Economic Development

Richards: I would like to introduce the following: Resolution # 144 accepting and adopting the Northeast Economic Development, Inc. (NED, INC.) regional owner/occupied housing rehabilitation guidelines.

Kellogg: Clerk would you read Resolution # 144 accepting and adopting the Northeast Economic Development, Inc. (NED, INC.) regional owner/occupied housing rehabilitation guidelines.

Village Clerk: Read the Resolution # 144 accepting and adopting the Northeast Economic Development, Inc. (NED, INC.) regional owner/occupied housing rehabilitation guidelines.

RESOLUTION NO #144

A RESOLUTION OF THE CHAIRPERSON AND VILLAGE BOARD OF THE VILLAGE OF DECATUR, NEBRASKA ACCEPTING AND ADOPTING THE NORTHEAST ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT, INC.(NED,INC.) REGIONAL OWNER/OCCUPIED HOUSING REHABILITATION GUIDELINES, WHICH ARE ATTACHED HERETO.

BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CHAIRPERSON AND VILLAGE BOARD OF THE VILLAGE OF DECATUR, NEBRASKA THAT THE LOCAL HOUSING REHABILITIATION REUSE FUNDS WILL ADHERE TO THE CURRENT NED, INC. REGIONAL HOUSING REHABILITATION GUIDELINES AS APPROVED BY NEBRASKA DEPARTMENT OF ECONOMICE DEVELOPMENT. IT IS EXPRESSLY UNDERSTOOD THAT PROGRAM INCOME AND RECAPTURED FUNDS WILL CONTINUE TO BE MADE TO THE VILLAGE OF DECATUR AND REUSED WITHIN THE CORPORATE LIMITS OF THE LOCAL GOVERNMENT, IS HEREBY APPROVED AND ADOPTED.

PASSED AND ADOPTED THIS 11 DAY OF JUNE 2015

Loretta Kellogg/Chairperson

ATTEST: Ann Chytka /Village Clerk

 

Bolln: I move that said Resolution # 144 accepting and adopting the Northeast Economic Development, Inc. (NED, INC.) regional owner/occupied housing rehabilitation guidelines be passed

Richards: I second the motion

Kellogg: Shall Resolution # 144 accepting and adopting the Northeast Economic Development, Inc. (NED, INC.) regional owner/occupied housing rehabilitation guidelines be passed and adopted by Roll Call:

Village Clerk:Kellogg-y, Tolby-y, Wolf-y, Bolln-y, Richards-y

Kellogg:Motion Carried

 

13) Bug Guy- Not Spraying @ Marina area- Kellogg stated they have been around twice. Kellogg stated that she has received complaints from the marina that the bug sprayer is not going down there. Kellogg asked if Richards wanted to remind him. Then a question from the audience she wanted to know what they were using to spray, as it smelled like diesel fuel. Richards stated that is what they use to fog. Kellogg stated that we will look into what they are using.
14) NENEDD- Village Representative Clerk stated that they are honoring us again as members and we are needing a representative which Bolln was last year. Bolln agreed to be the representative again this year.
15) Karma Farrens-Siren for storm warnings/ Karma came to the table and stated the other night when the sirens went off she did not hear it and she was in her store. She said that people up west and up north. She couldn’t hear it until she went outside. She stated that she thinks we need more sirens in town. There should be some type of Civil defense grants to help with the Sirens. Jim Maryott is currently working on this. She asked if the second sound was blown, no. Our siren blows 9 continuing cycle blasts to take shelter and the all clear is one 15-second blast. Clerk advised that the notice is out on the message board. Karma would like one up at the store. Clerk will make new signs to post around town. Karma stated campers came to the store and she told them that City Hall was closed. Wolf stated that Jim Maryott was notified and that the City Hall was opened when he was notified. Kellogg stated will check into getting more sirens. Karma was concerned about the Maple Villa residents. Kellogg stated they are to go to their bathtub.

16) Norma Farrens-Dogs Alta stated that Norma had contacted her. The Community Club is hold a 5K race on Saturday during Riverfront days. Norma said when they we doing a trial run they had dogs chasing. Alta asked Kellogg how we can take care of this. Kellogg stated that we need to let the dog owners know that this run is taking place and to keep dogs inside. Bolln suggested put an ad in the paper. It should cost around $25.00. Kellogg stated then the runners will feel safe.

 

8)        CORRESPONDENCE

None

9)       ANNOUNCEMENTS

1) Kellogg stated twelve tons of refuge was collected on clean up day. The Village saved $1,787.70 from last year’s cost by using a different company for its dumpsters. Clerk stated I think that have Chad on site to haul when full was a good thing. Thank you to all who volunteered.

2) The Village would like to thank Brad & Anita Brewer for their donation of multiple kitchen supplies to the Community Center.
10)       APPROPRIATIONS AND CONSIDERATION OF THE CLAIMS:

 

1) Claims preapproved by Wolf and Tolby

2) Motion to Approve the Claims as Submitted

 

Richards 2nd Bolln

 

 

Roll Call: Kellogg-Y, Tolby-Y, Wolf-Y, Richards-Y, Bolln-Y

Are there any questions from the audience? There were residents that are concerned with the rehiring of John Paul Sparks as Part-time police officer.

 

10)       MOTION TO ADJOURN THE MEETING          

Richards 2nd Wolf

Adjournment Time:   6:30 pm
 

 

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Village of Decatur Meeting Minutes

March 18, 2015 Leave a comment


Village Board of Decatur Regular Meeting
March 12, 2015
4:30P.M.
The Board of the Village of Decatur met in regular session at 4:30 P.M. at the City Hall on March 12, 2015. Visitors signing in were Ellen Olson, Jimmy Phelps, Joe Zink, James Phelps, Judy Connealy, Matt Connealy, and Harold Hayes not signing in was Ayden Chytka.
1) The meeting was called to order by Chairman Loretta Kellogg.
Roll Call: Bolln-here, Kellogg-here, Richards-here, Tolby-here, Wolf-here.
2)         Agenda and minutes of the previous month’s meeting were received:
Roll Call: Bolln-Yes, Kellogg-yes, Richards-yes, Tolby-yes, Wolf-yes.
3) Approval and/or corrections and suspended reading of the previous month’s minutes.

Correction: Loretta Kellogg would visit with Bob Pickell not Bob Hadcock about the snow mobile incident.
Roll Call: Bolln-yes, Kellogg-yes, Richards-yes, Tolby-yes, Wolf-yes.

4) EXCUSE BOARD MEMBERS NOT ATTENDING MEETING:
            All present
5) REPORTS OF OFFICERS, BOARDS, AND OR COMMITTEES
1) Police Monthly Report-None

2) Lights Monthly Report- The 3 energy efficient lights were donated by Gary and Sharon Fugman and the                     Village workers installed them.

3) Water & Sewer Monthly Report- There was a leak at the at one of the fill tanks at the water treatment both are now up and running that and a water pipe on 10th that broke was also fixed.

4) Parks Monthly Report –No income but since it is getting nice we will need to get it cleaned up and ready for the summer. The mowing should start very shortly.

5) Streets Monthly Report –Holes are getting worse.

6) Recycling- No income, Jason Troutman hauled some of the recycling to Tekamah, and the card board should be dried out and we are trying to coordinate a time to get that hauled to Tekamah within the next week

6)        OLD BUSINESS
           1) Police Applications- On going as the phone # on one of the applications was disconnected

2) Hansen Pest Control-Richards will meet with Hansen Pest Control to go over the area streets that need to be fogged.

Bolln motioned that we accept the contract at $600.00 per month Wolf 2nd Roll call-Kellogg-yes, Richards-yes, Tolby- yes, Bolln- yes, Wolf- yes.
7)         NEW BUSINESS
           1) Comp time for Employees-Kellogg stated that we need to table this, so she can talk with the Village attorney. She thinks that the employees need to be paid for their overtime at 1 1/2 rate and not receive comp time.

2) Zoning Commissioner Jimmy Phelps presented to the board stating he was interested in becoming the zoning commissioner. He stated that we would leave his number with the clerk and will check in. Kellogg motioned that we accept Jimmy Phelps as Zoning Commissioner Wolf 2nd Roll call Tolby- yes, Richards- yes, Bolln- yes, Kellogg- yes, Wolf- Yes.

3) Fire Dept. Liquor License for Fireman’s Diner April 11th, 2015. Harold Hayes Jr. represented the Fire Dept. Bolln made a motion that we allow the Fire Dept to have a liquor license for the Fireman’s Dance April 11th Richards 2nd the motion roll call-Kellogg-yes, Tolby-yes, Wolf-yes, Bolln-yes, Richards-yes.
4) Road limit weight James Phelps- James asked the Board if there could be a weight limit put on the road west of the Catholic Church. Motion was made that they check into this matter and possibly draw up a resolution Wolf 2nd Kellogg Roll call- Tolby-yes, Richards-yes, Bolln-yes, Wolf- yes, Kellogg- yes.

5) The Board member discussed the fees from last year and Kellogg stated that the Clerk Ann Chytka is reviewing prices and that it may be cheaper to go with someone else.

Richards motioned that we make May 16th, 2015 the cleanup day for The Village residents Bolln 2nd. Roll call Kellogg-yes, Tolby-yes, Wolf-yes, Richards-yes, Bolln-yes.

Wolf motioned to table who we are going to have provided the dumpsters Kellogg 2nd. Roll call Tolby-yes, Richards-yes, Bolln-yes, Wolf-yes, Kellogg-yes.
8)         CORRESPONDENCE

1) Papio-Missouri River NRD Urban Cost Share Programs- Kellogg motioned to table this Bolln 2nd. Roll call Tolby-yes, Richards- Yes, Wolf-yes, Kellogg-yes, Bolln-yes.

 

9)     APPROPRIATIONS AND CONSIDERATIONS OF THE CLAIMS:
            1) Claims preapproved by Wolf and Tolby
2) Motion to Approve the Claims as Submitted

Richards 2nd Kellogg
Roll Call: Tolby-yes, Bolln-yes, Wolf-yes, Richards-yes, Kellogg- yes

Are there any questions from the audience?

Judy Conneally came up and explained how the Future of Decatur Foundation and the Sears Center funding is handled. They are non-profit and she was just here to answer questions.

 
9)        MOTION TO ADJOURN THE MEETING

            Bolln 2nd Richards

ADJOURNMENT TIME 5:11 P.M.

 

 

 

__________________________________

Loretta Kellogg, Chairman

 

 

 

______________________________

Ann Chytka, Village Clerk

 

 

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Village of Decatur Meeting Minutes

February 14, 2015 Leave a comment


Village Board of Decatur Regular Meeting February 12, 2015
4:30 P.M.

The Board of the Village of Decatur met in regular session at 4:30 P.M. at the Community Center on February 12, 2015. Visitors signing in were Dale Wolf, Rev. Gary Fugman, Ellen Olson, Ryan Chytka, Sally Santos, &Pete Santos.
1) The meeting was called to order by Chairman Loretta Kellogg.
Roll Call: Walt Bolln-here, Loretta Kellogg-here, Bob Richards-here, Margaret Tolby-here, Alta Wolf-here. 2) Agenda and minutes of the previous month’s meeting were received:
Roll Call: Walt Bolln-yes, Loretta Kellogg-yes, Bob Richards-yes, Margaret Tolby-yes, Alta Wolf-yes.
3) Approval and/or corrections and suspended reading of the previous months minutes.
Roll Call: Walt Bolln-yes, Loretta Kellogg-yes, Bob Richards-yes, Margaret Tolby-yes, Alta Wolf-yes.
4) EXCUSE BOARD MEMBERS NOT ATTENDING MEETING:
All were present
5) REPORTS OF OFFICERS, BOARDS, AND OR COMMITTEES

1) Police Monthly Report- A. Police Applications- The Village received two police applications that were reviewed by the board. Both applicants are not certified in the state of Nebraska. One of the applicants was present, Ryan Chytka, if chosen he would look into using a grant from the Veterans Affair. Ryan served 5 years in the Marine Corp being honorably discharged at the rank of Sergeant. Wolf made a motion that they go into executive session to discuss this and Kellogg seconded the motion Roll Call Tolby-yes, Richards-yes, Bolin-yes, Wolf-yes, Kellogg-yes. Time 4:34. Richards made the motion to come out of executive session. was seconded by Bolln, Roll call: Kellogg- yes, Tolby-yes, Wolf-yes, Richards-yes, Bolln-yes. Wolf motion to table this until the March meeting to give the boards member that have not met this young man an opportunity to get to know him and we will make a decision in the March meeting and this was seconded by Richards. Roll call Kellogg-yes, Tolby-yes, Bolln-yes, Wolf-yes, Richards-yes.

2) Light Monthly Report- Wolf reported that there were several utility bills that were taking care that were let go and were catching them up. Wolf reported that there are 2 proposals from Gary Fugman, and one of them is that Gary and Sharon will purchase three Caretaker LED Roadway Luminaries without globes to be installed at 2nd Avenue & 14th Street, 3rd Avenue & 14th Street, and 304 E 15th Street. This will be installed by the city workers at no cost to the city. Wolf motioned that we accept this gift and this was seconded by Bolln Roll Call- Kellogg-yes, Tolby-yes, Richards-yes, Wolf-yes, Bolln-yes. His second proposal is a signed petition from the residents on Riverview Drive stating that they wish not to have utility poles put on their street, they wish to keep it dark. Wolf stated that she asked Ryan Chytka if he were the officer in Decatur what he thought about policing Riverfront Drive if it was dark. Ryan stated that he thought that it would make it more difficult to police that area, and that the lights would act as a deterrent. Wolf recommended we table it. Gary Fugman came to the table and discussed this matter with the board. Wolf motioned to table, seconded by Kellogg, Roll Call- Kellogg-yes, Tolby-yes, Richards-yes, Bolln-yes, Wolf-yes. Gary Fugman left a check with the Clerk for the three lights he is purchasing for the village.

3) Water & Sewer Monthly Report- Richards reported nothing- and the Phelps problem is on their property so it is their responsibility and that it was a call by the boys.

4) Park Monthly Report-Tolby reported no rentals through the winter and the time is getting near when we will need to clean the areas to prepare for the spring, there is no grass to be mowed at this time. Kellogg asked if the area needed to be shut off with the chain and Richard replied that it has been done for years.

5) Street Monthly Report- Bolln reported that there was a lot of snow and the our guys took good care of it. Loretta received many phones call saying thank to the guys that cleared the snow and the slush.

6) Recycling Monthly Report- it was reported that the recycling will be taken to Tekamah, Dansco is going to furnish a semi to haul it down at no charge.

6) OLD BUSINESS None

7) NEW BUSINESS
1. Resolution #141 Check signer
Wolf introduced Resolution #141- Authorizing a check signer
Kellogg asked the clerk to read Resolution #141- Authorizing a check signer Clerk Read Resolution #141- Authorizing a check signer

WHEREAS: The Village of Decatur, Burt County, Nebraska, has appointed a Village Clerk. and

WHEREAS: It is required that all Village checks be signed by the Board Chairman and one non-Board Member

THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Trustees of the Village of Decatur, Burt County, Nebraska by majority vote that Ann Chytka is hereby authorized to sign all checks as may be required in the processing and payment of the Village’s payroll and other liabilities.

Wolf moved that Resolution #141- Authorizing a check signer be passed.
Tolby second the motion
Kellogg Shall Resolution #141- Authorizing a check signer be passed and adopted by roll call Clerk Roll call- Bolln-yes, Kellogg-yes Richards-yes, Tolby-yes, Wolf-yes
Kellogg- Motion carried
Date: February 12th, 2015 Loretta Kellogg

Chairman

ATTEST: Ann Chytka Village Clerk

2. Snowmobile in private yard- Bob Hadcock-Kellogg will visit with Bob Hadcock about having snowmobiles going through his yard to see if the matter is resolved.

3. Community Survey- Kellogg would like the community survey to go out to see what is important to the community, to see what their concerns are, suggestions, ideas and Kellogg feels that their feedback is more important than signing a name. Kellogg wishes that they will all send them back.

Kellogg made a motion that the survey be sent out with this month’s utility bills
seconded by Wolf
Roll call- Kellogg-yes, Tolby-yes, Bolln-yes, Wolf-yes, Richards-yes
4. Hansen Pest Control- Fogging for mosquitoes The clerk received a call from Hansen Pest Control

asking if the village was going to continue using their service this year. The price will remain the same. There was discussion. Kellogg made a motion to table this until next meeting while the clerk gets further information. Seconded by Tolby Roll call- Kellogg-yes, Richards-yes, Bolln-yes, Wolf-yes, Tolby-yes
8) APPROPRIATIONS AND CONSIDERATIONS OF THE CLAIMS:

1) Claims preapproved by Bolln, Wolf, and Tolby

2) Motion to Approve Claims as Submitted Tolby 2nd Bolln Roll Call: Kellogg-yes, Richards-yes, Wolf-yes, Tolby-yes, Bolln-yes.

Are there any questions from the audience? None

9) MOTION TO ADJOURN THE MEETING Wolf 2nd Richards

ADJOURNMENT TIME 5:21 P.M.

Ann Chytka Village Clerk

Loretta Kellogg Chairman

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Village of Decatur Meeting Minutes

October 13, 2014 Leave a comment


Village Board of Decatur
Regular Meeting
October 9, 2014
4:30 P.M.
The Board of the Village of Decatur met in regular session at 4:30 P.M. at the Community Center on October 9, 2014. Guests signing in Alta Wolf, Arthur Henneman, Denny Klatt, Robert & Brooks Mayo, Adele Phillips, Amy Soll. Guests not signing in Tim Anderson and Tim Slaughter.

1)      The meeting was called to order by Chairman Jim Nicola.
Roll Call: Walt Bolln-here, Bob Richards-here, Margaret Tolby-here Stephanie Warren-here.
2)      Agenda and minutes of the previous month’s meeting were received:
Roll Call: Walt Bolln-yes, Bob Richards-yes, Margaret Tolby-yes, Stephanie Warren-yes.
3)    Approval and/or corrections and suspended reading of the previous months minutes.
Roll Call: Walt Bolln-yes, Bob Richards-yes, Margaret Tolby-yes, Stephanie Warren-yes.
4)      EXCUSE BOARD MEMBERS NOT ATTENDING MEETING:
5)      REPORTS OF OFFICERS, BOARDS, AND OR COMMITTEES
All were present
1)         Police: Monthly Report

Chief McFarland was not in attendance.
A. Denny Klatt and Tim Slaughter-Police
Denny came to the table to talk to the Board members about police. In dealing with the situation on the budget, and there is a short fall in the budget, which the board has taken care of. His question is “why did the Board decide not to contract with the Tekamah Police department”? Bolln stated it was going to cost just as much if not more than having our own police officer. He also stated that we would only have a police officer until 11:00 PM and that would be like not having a police officer at all. Klatt asked the Board if they had seen a proposal? Bolln stated only what was said when the Police Chief and officer (from Tekamah) came to talk with them. Klatt mentioned that he has not been here his whole life, but has been here 16 or 17 years, he has about a half a dozen situations where the Village has certified officers and then they leave. Klatt is assuming that if the Village contracted with the County, or Tekamah or whomever that the costs would be fixed, it was also stated that one man cannot work 24 hours a day 7 days a week, so they have to have some sort of schedule. Klatt feels it really does not make a difference if our police officer lives in Decatur, as long as we have some kind of representation. Warren stated that if the Village contracts with Tekamah we will still have to provide them with a vehicle and insurance, (this is what she read in the paper). Warren was not able to meet with the Tekamah Police Chief that day because she was working. Richards stated that the meeting they had never went that far into detail. The way Richards understood, the Village would turn the vehicles over to Tekamah and they would trade them for a four wheel drive vehicle, and that is what they would use to drive back and forth from Tekamah to Decatur. Tekamah would take care of insurance and we would pay the officers wage for hours worked. Klatt asked again has there be a formal proposal made, and why would you not listen to the proposal. Bolln stated that when the Police Chief came and talked with some of the Board members that he hadn’t even talked with the Tekamah Board. Klatt asked if Tom Lamb had talked with his Board members? Bolln stated yes but Tom should have spoken with his Board first before coming to the Decatur Board. Klatt thinks the Board should consider having a contract with Tekamah, and if it does not work out then run an ad in the newspaper. Richards stated that Tekamah could enforce our Village ordinances where the County could or would not. Klatt asked the Board if they have talked with any of the public about this matter. Bolln said that the people he has spoken with want to keep our local police department. Klatt asked Bolln if he knew why these people wanted to keep our local department. Bolln stated that the people are only going to be here 8 hours a day and then all hoodlums will come out. In short Klatt thinks it would be worth a conversation with Tekamah to hear what they have to offer. Warren stated she feels safer with an officer that lives in town. Klatt’s opinion is that maybe it would be better if our officer did not live in town.
B. Advertise for Police Position

Bolln made a motion to advertise for a certified officer.
Warren seconded motion.
Roll Call: Richards-yes, Tolby-yes, Bolln-yes, Warren-yes.

2)         Lights: Monthly Report

There has been a pole placed at Dan Small’s property.

3)         Water & Sewer: Monthly Report
One of the water filters at the filter house has been fixed. We will put off repairing the other for a while.

4)         Parks: Monthly Report- Income of $1,520.37

The park bathrooms will be winterized soon.

5)         Streets: Monthly Report

Nothing to report.

6)         Recycling: No Income. Recycling has been hauled to Tekamah.

6)         OLD BUSINESS

  1. Adele Phillips (Center for Rural Affairs) here to discuss the progress of moving the toll house project.
    Adele thanked the Board for allowing them to have the Main street coffee session and Alta for the coverage.
    OPTION: Toll Structure Salvage
    October 9, 2014
    1) Current status:
  • Starting in November, the State will be taking bids for removal and destruction of the Decatur toll structure. The concrete around where the structure will have stood will be amended in the spring.
  • However, the State is willing to grant the Town of Decatur a salvage permit to remove the structure—free of obligation to do post-removal concrete work—should the Town Board make a motion to salvage the structure on October 9, 2014.
  • Center for Rural Affairs (CFRA; Lyons, NE) is interested in supporting the salvaging, relocation, and repurposing of the entirety of the toll structure should the Town decide to do so.

IF the toll structure were to be relocated for the purpose of future use as a civic event space as part of a socially-engaged art project, HOW would this happen?

2) Logistics

  • Timeframe:
    • Removal and re-situation of the entire toll structure needs to occur by mid-spring, in accordance with the State’s goals for the site.
  • Pre-move:
    • Detailed plans of the relocation site will be drawn. The anticipated site is southeast of the toll structure’s current location, and in the proximity of the water treatment facility.
    • The new foundation for the structure will be a combination of column footings and poured floor.
    • Vinyl siding will be removed by volunteers.
    • A reputable building mover has been identified (DNC Moving) as the mover for this project, and he has verbally committed to working us into his schedule as we need.
    • The building mover will receive a move permit from the State of Nebraska
    • Wires running from the bridge ramp to the water treatment facility do not need to be raised; the clearance is there.
    • Advanced notification of road closings will be broadcast on radio and by State-provided signage.
  • Actual Move:
    • Richards and Bolln will serve as representatives of the Town of Decatur
    • State will make signage available to provide advance warning of road closure
    • Town police will be helpful in traffic control, and the county police will be advised of the move.
    • Volunteer Fire Department crew will provide traffic control during day of move at such locations: IA viaduct, the casino, Hwy 51, etc.
  • Post-Move:
    • The State will provide barricades to ensure visibility of the remaining concrete structure
  • Cost:
    • State is looking into providing some money to help to cover the cost of removal of toll structure. We are waiting to hear the amount.
    • Cost-share of moving and foundation pouring by community and CFRA
    • Funds will be raised, plus machinery donated and hours volunteered

Given the interest in salvaging the structure held by the community and the heritage it represents, we—Center for Rural Affairs and community members of Decatur—request that the Decatur Town Board make a motion to salvage the entirety of the Decatur toll structure and request a salvage permit from the State of Nebraska Department of Roads.
Bolln made a motion to apply for a salvage permit.
Tolby seconded the motion.
Roll Call: Richards-yes, Warren-yes, Bolln-yes, Tolby-yes.
7)         NEW BUSINESS
1. Possibility of raising prices of copies, laminating and liquor license fees.

Tolby made a motion to approve the raising of the following services.
All Copies                   $.25
Fax Fees                      $1.00 per page
Laminating                  $1.50 for large page
Laminating                  $.50 for card size
Return Check fee        $25.00
Liquor license fee        $100.00
Bolln seconded the motion
Roll Call: Richards-yes, Warren-yes, Tolby-yes, Bolln-yes.

  1. Garbage Bids, raising price on utility bills for cleanup day, (currently $.65 per month)
    Mayo Sanitation was the only bid that the Village received.
    The bid is for 2 years, beginning November 1, 2014 and ending October 31, 2016.
    Trash pickup once per week on Thursday for 209 households.
    Option #1 $8.25 per month per household.
    Option # 2 $10.00 per month per household with Mayo Sanitation supplying one poly-cart container at each residence. Poly-carts are lidded containers on wheels.
    Option #3 If interested, curbside recycling is available. The cost is $5.00 extra per customer which includes a recycling receptacle. Cost is only to those who participate.
    We will supply four additional containers as requested to be used at current Village facilities and parks. All churches and the fire department are also included in this free service.
    * No restrictions on trash removal for household items, includes yard waste. They would like to be called before any appliances or larger items are put on the curb side. All this is at no extra cost. 402-307-0369 or 402-374-3960.
    Warren made a motion to go with option #1.
    Bolln seconded the motion.
    Roll Call: Richards-yes, Tolby-yes, Warren-yes, Bolln-yes.
    Richards asked the Clerk to read the resolution.
    Resolution #137

Establishment of Garbage Rates
A resolution by the Board of Trustees of the Village of Decatur, Burt County, Nebraska pursuant to of the Code of Decatur, establishing the clean-up day rates and administration fees the Village shall charge for the collection of garbage.
BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Trustees of the Village of Decatur, Burt County, Nebraska the Village hereby establishes the following garbage rates and shall charge garbage rates as follows for the collection of garbage it provides:

$ 8.25     per household per month for collection fees
$ 1.00     per household per month for clean-up day fees
$   .75     per household per month for administration fees

Pursuant to § 54.04 of the Code of Decatur, the Village Clerk shall have the duty of billing persons and collecting all monies the Village receives related to providing garbage collection. The Village clerk shall faithfully account for and report to the Village Treasurer, all monies collected.

Passed and adopted this 9th day of October, 2014.

This resolution shall take effect and be in full force after its passage, approval and publication as required by law.

Village of Decatur, Nebraska

Robert Richards

Chairman
ATTEST:
Therese Magill
Village Clerk
Tolby made a motion to pass resolution #137.
Bolln seconded the motion.
Richards-yes, Warren-yes, Tolby-yes, Bolln-yes.

  1. Chevy Henneman-School project, placing of a second dock at Beck Park boat ramp.
    Arthur Henneman came to the table to discuss Chevy’s idea of installing a second boat ramp at Beck Park. Chevy was not able to attend the meeting because of football practice. Everyone thought it was a good idea. There were suggestions on how to arrange the two docks, so there would be no accidents. Arthur told the Board he has already had donations for his project.
    Bolln made a motion to accept Chevy’s plan for installing a second boat dock at Beck Park.
    Warren seconded the motion.
    Roll Call: Richards-yes, Tolby-yes, Bolln-yes, Warren-yes.
    4. Employee Hours
    The Board has discussed cutting Frank Holiday’s time down to two days per week.

Warren mentioned that Frank should be called back to work if we needed extra help. Don Greve would be called last if needed.

Bolln made a motion to cut Frank Holiday’s hours to two days per week.
Warren seconded the motion.
Roll Call: Richards-yes, Tolby-yes, Bolln-yes, Warren-yes.

8)         CORRESPONDENCE
1. Letter from Nebraska Emergency Management Agency
The Village has to pay back FEMA ($5,397.75) for the money that was given for removing the earthen berm. The Village chose not to take down the berm by the sewer plant. The Clerk called and talked to NEMA to see if the Village could pay back the money monthly. The Clerk received an email stating as soon as FEMA receives the money for reimbursement from the Village, then NEMA will pay the State share of $5,164.25 within 2-3 weeks.

9)         APPROPRIATIONS AND CONSIDERATION OF THE CLAIMS:

1) Claims preapproved by Bolln and Tolby

2) Motion to Approve the Claims as Submitted

 

Warren 2nd Tolby
Roll Call: Richards-yes, Tolby-yes, Warren-yes, Bolln-yes

Are there any questions from the audience?
Alta Wolf asked why we did not stay with the current Garbage service?
We only received one bid and that was from Mayo Sanitation.

10)       MOTION TO ADJOURN THE MEETING

 

Warren 2nd Tolby

Adjournment Time: 5:40 PM

 

 

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Robert Richards

Chairman

 

 

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ATTEST:                                            Therese Magill

Village Clerk
 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Village of Decatur Minutes

August 15, 2014 Leave a comment


Village Board of Decatur
Regular Meeting
August 14, 2014
4:30 P.M.
The Board of the Village of Decatur met in regular session at 4:30 P.M. at the Community Center on August 14, 2014.

Guests signing in were Alta Wolf, Cheryl Gatewood, Nicola Kampa.
1)         The meeting was called to order by Vice-Chairman Bob Richards .
Roll Call: Walt Bolln-here, Jim Nicola-absent, Bob Richards-here, Margaret Tolby-here, Stephanie Warren-here.
2)         Agenda and minutes of the previous month’s meeting were received:
Roll Call: Walt Bolln-yes, Jim Nicola-absent Robert Richards-here, Margaret Tolby-yes, Stephanie Warren-yes.
3)         Approval and/or corrections and suspended reading of the previous month’s minutes.
Roll Call: Walt Bolln-yes, Jim Nicola-absent, Robert Richards-here, Margaret Tolby-yes, Stephanie Warren-yes.
4)         EXCUSE BOARD MEMBERS NOT ATTENDING MEETING:
Nicola called and said he would not be at the meeting.
Bolln made a motion to excuse Nicola from the meeting.
Warren seconded the motion.
Roll Call: Richards-yes, Tolby-yes, Bolln-yes, Warren-yes.
5)         REPORTS OF OFFICERS, BOARDS, AND OR COMMITTEES

1) Police-Monthly Report
A. Cheryl Gatewood, Nicole Kampa-Dogs

Cheryl and Nicole came to the table to plead their cases about their dogs not being dangerous. They are both working very hard to keep their dogs at home either in the house or on a chain.
Bolln made a motion to deem their dogs not dangerous.
Warren seconded the motion.
Roll Call: Richards-yes, Tolby-yes (with hesitation), Bolln-yes, Warren-yes.

  1. Tekamah City Council requests a meeting with the Decatur Village Board
    Tom Lamb was not able to come to the meeting. He had called this morning and stated that his council will meet tonight, and they would like to meet with our Village Board about merging Police departments.

Warren stated that she was not included in the meetings that had taken place with Tom Lamb (Chief of Police in Tekamah). Tolby stated that only two members of the Board could meet with him at a time. Warren stated that she did not even know about the meetings, and she should have been offered a chance to meet with him. The Clerk tried to set a time for Tom to meet with Warren, but she had to work and Tom was on vacation.
2) Lights-Monthly Report
The new poles are in at the ball park.
3) Water & Sewer- Monthly Report

Dan Sawyer from the Nebraska department of roads was in the office, he had a phone call from Ernest Madison about the erosion problem at the storm sewer drainage ditch. He suggested putting rip rap in the ditch and said he would check to see if the Nebraska Department of Roads could help the Village with the cost.
4) Parks- Monthly Report

  1. Income for August $3,678.00.
    B. Playground Ground Equipment is up.

The play ground equipment is up and the pea gravel has been put in at Beck-Busse memorial Campground.
5) Streets- Monthly Report
A. Howard Storm and Jeremiah Sears hill
Frank has put rock on both hills. Richards stated that with all the unusual rainfall we had this spring, it has really took a toll on these hills. The Village had an engineer look at Jeremiah’s hill but it would cost over $100,000.00 to resurface this hill. The straight away on Howard’s hill is the Village’s responsibility, the curve is the owners responsibility.
B. Charlie Davis’s driveway
6) Recycling- No Income.
6)         OLD BUSINESS

1) 2014-2015 Budget
The Board discussed prepaying propane this year.
Warren made a motion to prepay 6,000 gallons of propane.
Bolln seconded motion.
Richards-yes, Tolby-yes, Warren-yes, Bolln-yes.

The Village Clerks worked on the budget along with the help of the Board.
Bolln made a motion to send the copy of the budget to the auditors as written.
Warren seconded the motion.
Roll Call: Richards-yes, Tolby-yes, Bolln-yes, Warren-yes.

7)         CORRESPONDENCE

The Board received an apology letter from Steven Swaner for the unfortunate event that took place at Beck-Busse Memorial Campground a few weeks ago. Margaret Tolby read the letter to the rest of the Board and audience. He has completed his community service hours by helping the Village, Fire department and American Legion.
8)         APPROPRIATIONS AND CONSIDERATIONS OF THE CLAIMS:
1) Claims preapproved by Bolln, Nicola and Tolby

2) Motion to Approve the Claims as Submitted

Warren 2nd Bolln

Roll Call: Richards-yes, Tolby-yes, Warren-yes, Bolln-yes.

Wolf asked if the meeting that is set up with the Tekamah City Council will be an open meeting? The Board stated it will be open to the public and will be advertised as any other Village meeting. It was also asked if the meeting will take place in Decatur or Tekamah? The Board is not sure of the location of the meeting at this time.

 

9)         MOTION TO ADJOURN THE MEETING

Bolln 2nd Warren

ADJOURNMENT TIME 5:01 P.M.

 

Jim Nicola
Chairman
 

Therese Magill
Village Clerk

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Village of Decatur Special Meeting Minutes

July 25, 2014 Leave a comment


Village Board of Decatur

Special Board Meeting
July 24, 2014

4:30 P.M.

The Board of the Village of Decatur met in special session at 4:30 P.M. at the Community Center on July 24, 2014. The guest signing in was Alta Wolf representing the Lyons Mirror Sun.

The meeting was called to order by Chairman, Jim Nicola.

Roll Call: Walt Bolln-yes, Jim Nicola-yes, Robert Richards-yes, Margaret Tolby-yes, Stephanie Warren-yes.

Agenda and minutes of the previous month’s meeting were received:

Roll Call: Walt Bolln-yes, Jim Nicola-yes, Robert Richards-yes, Margaret Tolby-yes, Stephanie Warren-yes.

Approval and/or correction and suspended reading of the previous month’s minutes:

Roll Call: Walt Bolln-yes, Jim Nicola-yes, Robert Richards-yes, Margaret Tolby-yes, Stephanie Warren-yes.

Excusing Board members not attending:
All members were present.

 

NEW BUSINESS

 

1. Lawsuit
The Board discussed the lawsuit against the Village. Tammy Maul-Bodlak had emailed the Village Board members and suggested to have two items added to the settlement. The Board members also discussed having the defendants wife’s signature also added to the settlement agreement.
Bolln made a motion to have Jim Nicola sign the settlement with the changes.
Richards seconded the motion.
Roll Call: Nicola-yes, Tolby-yes, Warren-yes, Bolln-yes, Richards-yes.

 

2. 2014-2015 Budget
The Board discussed the budget. They will have all the figures ready for the August 14, 2014 Board meeting. There was a change in the health insurance, on the original quote our Police chief was not on there.
The Clerk asked if the Board members would like her to put the Police position on the August agenda, they would like to wait until September. Some of the Board members were concerned about our Chief leaving sooner than Oct. 31, 2014. Nicola and Bolln stated that the Chief would stay until the end of October. This issue will be put on the September 11, 2014 agenda.
There was also discussion on talking to the County Sheriff about taking over the patrolling of Decatur. Three of the Board members do not like the idea. Jim stated that Bob and himself would go talk to the Sheriff about this idea. Bolln stated that they should invite the Sheriff to a Board meeting so that all the Board members could discuss the option. The Sheriff’s department cannot enforce Village ordinances, so there was discussion of hiring someone part time to enforce the Village ordinances.
The Board discussed the Fitness Center. There have been citizens using the fitness center who have no membership. They have been using it when no one is there to monitor it’s usage. Also there was discussion on the children who are using the media center. The Board and ADHOC committee will try to figure out a solution to this problem. There are cameras in the building, we will have to take a look at them.

MOTION TO ADJOURN THE SPECIAL MEETING

Motion Richards 2nd Warren

 

Adjournment Time 4:48 P.M

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Jim Nicola, Chairman
 

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Therese Magill, Village Clerk

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Village of Decatur Special Meeting Minutes

July 18, 2014 Leave a comment


Village Board of Decatur

Special Board Meeting
July 17, 2014

4:30 P.M.

The Board of the Village of Decatur met in special session at 4:30 P.M. at the Community Center on July 17, 2014. The guest signing in was Alta Wolf. Guests not signing in were Jaime Bacon with Burt County Insurance and Kay Kellogg with K&H Insurance.

The meeting was called to order by Chairman, Jim Nicola.

Roll Call: Walt Bolln-yes, Jim Nicola-yes, Robert Richards-yes, Margaret Tolby-yes, Stephanie Warren-absent.

Agenda and minutes of the previous month’s meeting were received:

Roll Call: Walt Bolln-yes, Jim Nicola-yes, Robert Richards-yes, Margaret Tolby-yes.

Approval and/or correction and suspended reading of the previous month’s minutes:

Roll Call: Walt Bolln-yes, Jim Nicola-yes, Robert Richards-yes, Margaret Tolby-yes.

Excusing Board members not attending:
Stephanie Warren had to work. Richards made a motion to excuse Warren. Tolby seconded the motion. Roll Call: Nicola-yes, Bolln-yes, Richards-yes. Tolby-yes.

 

NEW BUSINESS

 

Health & Life Insurance Bids. All board members reviewed the Insurance bids. Bolln made a motion to accept the BluePride Plus Option 101 Gold Plan health insurance, and life Insurance from Burt County Insurance for a period of one year. Richards seconded the motion. Roll Call: Nicola-yes, Tolby-yes, Bolln-yes, Richards-yes. The employees pay for their own dental and vision insurance, so they can decide who they want to be their policy carrier for this part of insurance.

ANY QUESTIONS FROM THE AUDIENCE

Alta Wolf asked why the board went with the policy they chose. Jim Nicola replied it was felt that this was a better policy.
MOTION TO ADJOURN THE SPECIAL MEETING
Motion Bolln 2nd Richards
Adjournment Time 4:33 P.M

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Jim Nicola, Chairman
 

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Joyce McCullock, Village Clerk

 

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Village of Decatur Meeting Minutes

July 16, 2014 Leave a comment


Village Board of Decatur
Regular Meeting
July 10, 2014
4:30 P.M.
The Board of the Village of Decatur met in regular session at 4:30 P.M. at the City Hall on July 10, 2014.

Guests signing in were Alta Wolf, Adele Phillips, Kay Kellogg , Debbie Sorenson, Steve Shonkwiler, Scott Johnson, and Nico Hardeman. Guest not signing in was Misti Johnson.
1)         The meeting was called to order by Chairman Jim Nicola.
Roll Call: Walt Bolln -here, Jim Nicola-here, Bob Richards-absent, Margaret Tolby-here, Stephanie Warren-here
2)         Agenda and minutes of the previous month’s meeting were received:
Roll Call: Walt Bolln-yes, Jim Nicola-yes, Margaret Tolby-yes, Stephanie Warren-yes
3)         Approval and/or corrections and suspended reading of the previous month’s minutes.
Roll Call: Walt Bolln-yes, Jim Nicola-yes, Margaret Tolby-yes, Stephanie Warren-yes
4)         EXCUSE BOARD MEMBERS NOT ATTENDING MEETING:
Bob Richards was not present.
Bolln made a motion to excuse Richards. Warren seconded the motion. Roll Call: Nicola-yes, Tolby-yes, Bolln-yes, Warren-yes.

5) REPORTS OF OFFICERS, BOARDS, AND OR COMMITTEES

1) Police – The board reviewed the monthly police report. Bolln stated that something needed to be done with dogs.
2) Lights – Bolln reported that some new poles need to be set, but NREA has been busy due to recent storms.
3) Water & Sewer- There were several water leaks in the past month that had to be fixed.

4) Parks – Tolby reported an income of $7021.57 for the month.
A. July 12th playground equipment – Kay Kellogg had talked to some people, and they wondered if the 12th of July would work with the city guys to put the playground equipment up. It was felt that another week would be needed to get things organized. Saturday July 19th was the date set to install the playground equipment at Beck Park. In other matters Warren reported that it was caving off by the outhouses at the campground. She was told that it was just the sand caving off due to the rains and it wouldn’t make it as far as the outhouses. The clerk also reported that it was brought to her attention that the Village police officer had been harassing the campers. She stated that it was just hear say and didn’t know if it was true or not. He supposedly told the campers that if they have their beer or whatever in a cooler cup or something they are fine, but they can’t have a six pack or something setting on the table or they will get a ticket. Bolln stated that it has been like that for over twenty years. It was that way when he used to camp there. A sign is posted at the park prohibiting alcohol use. There was discussion about people not being bothered at other parks if they had their alcohol exposed, as long as they are not causing trouble. The clerk stated that she didn’t want the Village to lose their campers if they are not causing any trouble.
5) Streets-
A. Jane Farber – West 10th St. Jane called and asked to have her name taken off the agenda. Jim Nicola told the board that he had talked with Jane about the issue.
B. Marina entrance – The tube that goes across the road entrance into the marina is in need of repair. It was discussed by the board, and since this is private property the Village is not liable for the repairs.
6) Recycling- No income.
A. Nebraska State Recycling Association membership. The Village chose not to make a donation to this organization.
6) OLD BUSINESS
1. Sparks trial begins July 17th. Nicola made a motion to go into executive session to discuss the Sparks trial. Warren seconded the motion. Roll Call: Tolby-yes, Bolln-yes, Nicola-yes, Warren-yes. Time 4:32 p.m. Bolln made a motion to come out of executive session. Tolby seconded the motion. Roll Call: Nicola-yes, Warren-yes, Bolln -yes, Tolby-yes. Time 4:46 p.m.

7) NEW BUSINESS
1. Health Insurance & Life Insurance Bids. Misti Johnson from Burt County Insurance Agency and Kay Kellogg from K&H Insurance explained their proposals to the board. Bolln made a motion to table this for a week. Tolby seconded the motion. Roll Call: Nicola-yes, Warren-yes, Bolln-yes, Tolby-yes. Warren made a motion for a special meeting next Thursday July 17th at 4:30 p.m. Bolln seconded the motion. Roll Call: Nicola-yes, Tolby-yes, Warren-yes, Bolln-yes.

2. Shonkwilers permission to serve alcohol at wedding reception on August 16, 2014. Bolln made a motion to allow them to have alcohol on the 16th of Aug. at the City Hall. Warren seconded the motion. Roll Call: Nicola-yes, Tolby-yes, Bolln-yes, Warren-yes.
3. Contract with 4-H Group- Bolln made a motion to renew the contract with the 4-H group. Tolby seconded the motion. Roll Call: Nicola-yes, Warren-yes, Bolln-yes, Tolby-yes.

4. ATV & UTV License renewal- The new stickers have been ordered. There will not be a day designated for license renewal this year. Renewal can be done at the Clerk’s office Monday through Friday during the regular business hours. Everyone that purchased a sticker last year was sent a letter reminding them to renew. Signs will also be made and placed at local businesses advertising the renewal.

5. Burgess Lease Agreement. Bolln made a motion to renew Burgess Lease Agreement. Warren seconded the motion. Roll Call: Nicola-yes, Tolby-yes, Warren-yes, Bolln-yes .

6. Adele Phillips – Center for Rural Affairs. Adele had spoke with the Village board members at the March 2014 board meeting about a grant application that was being submitted involving the communities of Macy, Decatur, Lyons, and Oakland. She has been informed that they were awarded the grant. There will be news articles about it in the Lyons Mirror Sun, Oakland Independent, and Burt County Plaindealer papers. The grant has $200,000 in value and a lot of intangible benefits as well. It will support the location of a public art works in Decatur. What this means for Decatur is there will be a person at Center for Rural Affairs (Adele Phillips) dedicated to you, promoting local filtering creativity in this area and there is funding for a part time temporary position specifically in Decatur. Job applications will be made available at the Sears Center, Museum, and Clerk’s office in Decatur. The council will be regularly updated on the project.

7. Nico Hardeman – Property clean- up. Nico told the board that he wanted to burn the home but couldn’t because he has to have it checked for asbestos. He is waiting on this inspection before he can do anything. He then asked the board when they were going to clean up the property on main street by his building. Nicola explained to him that this property is not owned by the Village, and the Village has tried many times to correct this problem. They have even had an attorney involved. The Village will continue trying to find a way to get the property on main street cleaned up.

8. Jim Maryott – Siren hooked up with Sheriff’s office. There used to be a way to blow the siren at the toll house, but the toll house has closed. There are two other locations it can be blown from. They are the City Shop and the Fire hall. If the maintenance office is closed and the firemen are all out, there is no one to blow the siren for warnings. The surrounding towns in Burt county are able to have their sirens blown from the sheriff’s office in Tekamah. It was suggested to split the cost of being connected through the sheriff’s office between the Village, Rural Board, and Fire Dept.

9. Charlie Davis – Water & mud in his basement & garage due to water from Sears Center. The heavy rains are causing runoff from the parking lot. The Village is working on a berm to slow down the running water.

10. Della Kellogg – Weeds, dogs, cats and permits. Not present.

8) CORRESPONDENCE

9) ANNOUNCEMENTS
1. 12.84 tons of refuse was collected on cleanup day.

10) APPROPRIATIONS AND CONSIDERATIONS OF THE CLAIMS:

1) Claims preapproved by Nicola and Bolln

2) Motion to Approve the Claims as Submitted

Tolby 2nd Warren
Roll Call: Nicola-yes, Bolln-yes, Tolby-yes, Warren-yes.

Any questions from the audience?

11)      MOTION TO ADJOURN THE MEETING

Bolln 2nd Warren

ADJOURNMENT TIME: 5:34 P.M.

Jim Nicola
Chairman
Joyce McCullock

Village Clerk

 

 

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