Village Board — Minutes

MINUTES August 14, 2024 The Regular Board Meeting of the Village Board was called to order by Village President, Robert Spurley on Wednesday, August 14, 2024, at 6:33 p.m. at the Village Hall. Roll Call: John Trace, Denny Rickard, Larry Dale Schultz, Stephen Troester, Robert Spurley. Absent: Jason Cartwright Employees: Sue Lindner, Randy Kitelinger, Mike Silvers, Alan Schrank Citizens: None Citizens: Consent Agenda: a) Approval of July 2024 Regular Board minutes. b) Approval of July 24, 2024, Village of Linden Cemetery Committee minutes. c) Approval of August 1, 2024, Linden Streets & Sidewalk Committee minutes. d) Approval of July 2024 Treasurer’s reports. Motion by John Trace seconded by Denny Rickard to approve the consent agenda as presented. Motion carried 5-0. Presidents Correspondence: Bob Spurley asked about the Brush Truck that the fire department was planning on purchasing. Alan Schrank said the fire department is doing fundraising and applying for grants to purchase it. Clerk/Treasurer Correspondence: Sue Lindner reported that she received donations from the fire department and the Sun program for the new stoves that were purchased for the municipal building. She also reported that she received the 2025 EMS contract from Mineral Point and the fee is increasing 25% from 2024. She reminded the board that she would be attending the clerk’s conference August 28th-August 30th. Staff Reports: Sewer/Water/Public Works Randy Kitelinger said the sludge samples were sent in, and the land application was almost complete. The meter testing at the cheese factory and well has been completed. Randy purchased a new spare 2’ meter at a discounted price of $250.00. Lead & copper testing will be redone next week. The new truck was picked up on July 31st. The new gravely lawn mower was in for repairs and waiting on new parts and hoping to get back in a week. The hot water heater at the park quit working Sunday morning of Frolics. Randy replaced the heating element and said the water heater would need to be replaced eventually. Police Correspondence: Alan Schrank confirmed with the board about getting a new zoning map for the village and he will work on getting that completed. Alan reported that the Linden Frolic went well with no issues. He is currently working on letters for junk/abandoned vehicles. He also reported that there was rust on the radar trailer and he was going to get quotes to remove it. He also mentioned working with the buildings committee on any dilapidated buildings within the village. Old Business: None New Business: A. Stephen Troester made a motion and seconded by Denny Rickard that John Trace is liable for the unpaid utility bill @ 307 Faull St. Lot 8 after the former owners left. Motion passed 4-0. John Trace abstained. B. Denny Rickard made a motion and seconded by Stephen Troester that the frolic committee would be taking down the old bleachers at the park. Motion passed 5-0. C. Sue Lindner told the village board that the village would have to look at getting a new utility billing system as the current system was bought out by a different company. Sue presented information to the village board about two new systems available, Workhorse or gWorks. Sue will be gathering more information along with prices for the next board meeting. D. The village board talked about our current building inspections and if any changes were needed. The building inspections will continue as stated in the ordinances. Motion by Denny Rickard and seconded by Stephen Troester to approve the August 2024 bill list. Motion passed 4-0. John Trace abstained. Motion by Denny Rickard and seconded by Stephen Troester to adjourn @ 9:13 pm. Sue Lindner/Linden Village Clerk