Town Board — Minutes

September 9, 2024 The regular monthly meeting of the Town of Rantoul was called to order at 7: 00pm at the Village Hall of Potter by Chairman Mertz. He verified that meeting notices were posted on September5, 2024. All members were present. The Town Board reviewed the most current updated sales listing for the Town, and the monthly permit activity log from Calumet County. Motion by Eickert, second by Janetteto approve the August 2024minutes as printed ;motion carried by voice vote . Motion by Jannette, second by Eickert to accept th e Treasurer’s reportof Checking account balance of $ 91,365.17, Money Market account balance of $ 153,095.22 and Tax Collection Account of $1 0.84 for a total of $244,471.23;motion carried by voice vote. Pat and Chris Stache were present to request a speed reduction from 55 to 45 on Irish Road, from County Hwy PP to Peik Rd.Similar speed reductions have occurred at County Hwy BB to Dundas, and Swamp Road. The Staches have concerns with high-speed traffic through that area, especially between 4 -6pm. Not able to attend were Denise Hintz and Tony Breit, who are neighbors, and also expressed their concerns over the excessive speed in that are of Irish Road. At this time, the Town Board will monitor the situation and take these concerns into consideration. Fallen headstones at eh EUB Cemetery were discussed. There are several large stones that have fallen over . Roads Supervisor Wunrow to get a repair estimate for the costs to repair stones. This issue will be tabled until the October meeting for estimate review. Discussion took place regarding the 202 4 WTA Conference in Steven’s Point in October. At the moment, n one of the Town Board plan to attend this year, but Supervisor Jannette and Clerk Mink to look into the possibility of attending. The 202 5 Town budget was discussed. Possible projects and expenses were suggested such as replacement of the pickup truck, as well as possible ARPA funds usage for the current year . Further discussion to take place regarding the 2025 budget at the October meeting. The final Statement of Equalized Values Report was viewed by the Board which increased 8.54% to $121,343,100, from $111,343,100 from 2023. The Schedule of Rates for Services was reviewed and no changes were made this year. That schedule of rates is as follows: TOWN OF RANTOUL SCHEDULE OF RATES FOR SERVICES EFFECTIVE: 09/9/2024 EQUIPMENT Single axle truck $80/hr Tractor/mower $160/hr Truck & tool $105/hr Grader $160/hr JD Tractor/loader $105/hr Tandem Axle $90/hr Tandem Axle/tool $100/hr Road Maintenance Supervisor $50/hr OTHER Request for Special Assessment letter (From title companies, banks, etc.) $15/request Public Records Request Fees $.25/page + actual costs for material other than copies $15/hr for locating records Electronic Fees for Public Records Request Same as above **Calls from the sheriff, residents, or landowners for unscheduled road mess cleanups, which will be a minimum $300/call, plus $100/hr thereafter. This fee includes vehicle and truck cleanup. Motion by Jannette, second by Eickert to make no changes to the current Schedule for Rates and Services pricing; motion carried by voice vote. The First Responder meeting will be held September 18th at 5pm. Chairman Mertz and Supervisor Jannette to attend. Due to resident complaints , rumble strips have been requested by a resident after a vehicle ran the stop sign on Irish by County H wy E. Due to the same incident complaints, the county has added flags to both the stop signs on Irish Road by the Hwy E intersection. Rantoul to add new, larger stop ahead signs as well. The monthly road maintenance meeting will be called as needed. Billstotaling $33,890.23were presented . Motion by Eickert, second by Janetteto approve the bills as presented; motion carried by voice vote. With no further business, motion by Jannette, second by Eickert to adjourn; motion carried by voice vote. Respectfully submitted, Ashley Mink Clerk, Town of Rantoul