Village Board — Minutes

MINUTES April 19, 2023 The Regular Board Meeting of the Village Board was called to order by Village President, Robert Spurley on Wednesday, April 19, 2023, at 7:00 p.m. at the Village Hall. Roll Call: Robert Spurley, Denny Rickard, Jason Cartwright, Sarah Brindley, Linda Sudmeier, Jim Wardell, John Trace Absent: None Employees: Sue Lindner, Randy Kitelinger, Kevin Liddicoat Citizens: Motion by Sarah Brindley and seconded by Denny Rickard to approve the March 2023 regular board minutes. Motion carried 7-0. Motion by John Trace and seconded by Jim Wardell to approve the March 2023, treasurer’s reports. Motion carried 7-0. Citizens: STAFF REPORTS: Sewer/Water/Public Works Randy Kitelinger reported the sewer plant numbers are good. Sludge hauling will start when weather permits. Work will begin in the village on the handicap ramps and sidewalks as part of the Hwy 39 project. Randy reported that the fence at the ballpark is getting bad and needs to be replaced. The Park Committee will meet to discuss the needs at the park. He also explained the need to contact Scott’s construction about yearly crack filling within the village. Kevin Liddicoat said that water test kits are here. Hydrant flushing will take place on May 23rd from 8:00 am – 12:00 pm. The mixer that was out for repairs is coming back. The street sweeper is having hydraulic issues so will need to investigate and work with Cobb to get repaired. Clerk The rest of the books in the Municipal Building were picked up and taken away and they are interested in purchasing the bookshelves also. Sue Lindner will contact them about purchasing the shelving. President Bob Spurley thanked Jake Johnson for his time served as Village Trustee and welcomed Linda Sudmeier to the Village Board. Bob reported that the cleanup at 826 Franklin St has been completed. Bob also reminded the board that we need to continue again with the repairs on stones at the cemetery. New Business: A) The board reviewed the invoice sent from Mineral Point Ambulance Service for 2023 services in the amount of $19,187 (the previous year was $2,793) After much discussion Jim Wardell made a motion and it was seconded by Sarah Brindley to pay $10,000 to Mineral Point Ambulance Service for their 2023 services. Roll call vote. Wardell-aye, Brindley-aye, Trace-aye, Cartwright-aye, Rickard-aye, Sudmeier-aye, Spurley-aye. Motion passed 7-0. B) The board reviewed AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND SECTION 31.03 OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE OF THE VILLAGE OF LINDEN, IOWA COUNTY, WISCONSIN, RELATED TO BONDS FOR PUBLIC OFFICIALS. Motion was made by John Trace and seconded by Jason Cartwright to approve the amended ordinance. Motion passed 7-0. C) The board discussed the future of the Well House at the park. The Park Committee will meet to discuss the overall needs at the park. D) Sue Lindner brought up the need for a laptop for clerk virtual training and meetings. John Trace made a motion and Jason Cartwright seconded it for the Village Clerk to purchase a laptop up to $1000 for the village. Motion Carried. Motion by Sarah Brindley and seconded by Denny Rickard to approve the April 2023 bill list. Motion carried 6-0. John Trace abstained. Motion by Jim Wardell and seconded by Sarah Brindley to adjourn the meeting @ 8:45 pm. Motion carried 7-0. Sue Lindner/Linden Village Clerk