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MEETING MINUTES - APRIL 13TH, 2010
REGULAR MEETING
APRIL 13, 2009
SILVER LAKE TOWN HALL
7:00 P.M.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL: Council Members Gale Owens, Linda Baker, Ron Jones were present. Also present were Angela Glass, Clerk-Treasurer, Craig Hollopeter, Town Marshall, Jasun Blocher, Town Superintendent, John Conley representing the fire department and Town Attorney, Vern Landis.
MINUTES:
Ron Jones made the first motion to accept the minutes from March 9 and 22, 2010. Gale seconded, motion carried with no further disscussion.
CITIZENS:
Paul Kuhn-has contacted the owner of the Silver Lake School and wanted to open businesses within the school. He would also like to hold banquets, rent the gymnasium and he has various other ideas. Mr. Kuhn wanted to know if the board had any restrictions. The Council at this time had no problems with any of Mr. Kuhn's ideas. They also agreed that the playground was a public area and could be used by any children attending any of his events. Mr. Kuhn will be in contact when he has a more final plan.
Angel McGlennen-requested to be on the agenda and did not attend the meeting.
Melanie McKinley-requested to be on the agenda and did not attend the meeting.
Beth Mondel-complained about barking dogs on Edgewater Drive. Craig said that he would continue to look into the issue.
OLD BUSINESS:
Creating a Building Commissioner Position- Two gentlemen attended the meeting about the position. Ed Vanosdol presented a proposal to the council. Ed is a licensed home inspector. Rick Elliott did not have a presentation at that moment but he is going to school to receive his home inspection license. NO decisions were made at this time.
NEW BUSINESS:
Farm Bids-Two bids were received, one from Robbie Clark and one from John Parker. Both were thrown out because proper procedures were not followed. A call was made to the office by one of the gentlemen and the bid of the other was revealed.
Spring Clean-up Day-was set for Stafford's Waste for May 8th.
Chris Cotton (Health Insurance)-Quotes were presented by Chris Cotton of Hall and Marose Insurance. The council voted to keep the same carrier at this time due to an employee's dependent getting ready to have surgery. It was agreed upon that Chris would re-quote the insurance in 60 to 90 days.
Payroll Ordinance Amendment-was not reviewed at this time. Attorney, Vern landis is preparing the amendment and need more information. The issue will be dealt with at the May meeting.
Server Backup Protection Quote-was not received.
DEPARTMENT HEADS:
Craig Hollopeter, Town Marshall stated that the Marshal’s department will be present Saturday May 1st at the Lions Club Breakfast to do finger printing on any children present ~ Jason McGlennen requested vacation for April 19-23 -council granted ~ Craig would like another power source to be installed by the school for Silver Lake Days vendors and the carnival. If this were to be granted the Silver Lake Days Committee is willing to pay half and the town would pay half of the cost. A motion was made by Gale and 2nd by Ron, motion carried with no further discusssion. ~ Citizens need to be aware of a home improvement scam that has been going on. ~ We had three officers involved in a high speed pursuit that ended very well. All three officers were commended for their great efforts.
Jasun Blocher, Town Superintendent stated hydrant flushing is done ~ fixing treelawns and planting trees are in progress ~ leaves and limbs need bagged no grass clippings accepted ~ Mosquito spraying will begin this week ~ sidewalks are complete ~ Weed will be coming back one more time for the storm sewers.
John Conley, Fire Department Secretary stated the department has had 4 runs since last meeting ~ radios are being switched from wide band to narrow band ~ the cost will be around $15,000.00 and has to be done to work with dispatch. The change needs to be done by the end of January 2011. ~ The FD received a K21 grant for extrication equipment. By the end of April or first of May they should have the equipment and training.The SLFD is putting up $2000.00 towards the equipment.
LETTERS:
William Brown requested a water and sewage adjustment for a water leak. Linda made the first motion to adjust both the water and the sewage, Gale seconded, motion carried with no further discussion.
ADJOURNMENT:
Linda made the first motion to adjourn, Gale seconded, motion carried with no further discussion. 8:30 pm.
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Linda Baker, Council President
Angela Glass, Clerk-Treasurer