South Central Reporter

Village Of Aviston Village Board Met March 1.

Here is the minutes provided by the board:

The regular meeting of the President and Board of Trustees was held at 7:00 pm in the Village Hall. In attendance were Village President Dale Haukap, Village Clerk Jennifer Jansen, Trustees Larry Harper (via conference call), Mike Kampwerth (via conference call), Gary Litteken, Kurt Schmitz, and Kevin Eversgerd. Employees present included Gary Rakers, Dave Trame, Mike Kuhl, Kyle Markus and Village Attorney Henry Bergmann (via conference call). Guests included Jena Hemann, Curt Albers, Matt Kohnen, Mike Toeben, Dustin Nelson, Troy Kapp and John Kues.

1. GUESTS:

Jena Hemann was present to discuss the issues with her Vintage Hall rental in January. She apologized for miscommunication with one of our officers and asked if there is a reason, she can no longer rent the facility. The Board accepted the apology and stated she may rent the venue again as needed.

John Kues was present to discuss drainage issues along Logan Street. Kues was informed that all property owners were sent a letter about the drainage. Kues also asked about the completion of Steel Bridge Road to which the Board stated has not been discussed recently.

2. MINUTES:

Minutes of the previous meeting were available for review. A motion to approve the minutes as presented was made by Kurt Schmitz, second by Kevin Eversgerd. Motion carried 5-0.

3. FINANCIAL REPORT:

Steve Goestenkors was not available to review the financial report but did leave a copy for all to review.

A motion to pay all bills was made by Kurt Schmitz, second by Gary Litteken. Motion carried 5-0.

4. POLICE REPORT:

Mike Kuhl gave an update on the issues at 101 S Clement Street and stated that owners are looking at moving some residents out of the CILA.

Mike stated he is working with the County on a new computer system. The quote is for $34K and is payable over 10 years. All County municipalities are asked to review the quote. Kyle Markus was present to share some information on this topic as well.

Mike then discussed the possibility of a bathroom in the back for officer use. A motion to approve this was made by Gary Litteken, second by Kevin Eversgerd. Motion carried 5-0. Mike had a mileage report for all to review but no UCR as the site is still down. Mike also stated there is no update on the shooting on Schumacher Road.

5. VILLAGE CLERK:

A copy of the report was available in everyone’s packet for review.

The sewer rate ordinance was present for all to review. A motion to accept the ordinance as read was made by Gary Litteken, second by Larry Harper. Motion carried by roll call vote as follows:

L. Harper – aye                 G. Litteken – aye

M. Kampwerth – aye         K. Schmitz – aye

                                          K. Eversgerd -aye.

6. PARK DISTRICT:

The Park District minutes were in everyone’s packet for review. Park District President Mike Toeben and Dustin Nelson were present to review Park District information with the Board. Mike stated the elections are coming up and there are a few people getting off the Board. Mike also asked the Village audit and if the Park District can use the same auditor. Jenny suggested he contact Steve Goestenkors regarding this.

A motion to support the Park District in the project of a dog park was made by Gary Litteken, second by Mike Kampwerth. Motion carried 5-0.

7. CURRENT PROJECTS:

-Infiltration/Inflow Meters: Dave Trame is working with Kurt Schmitz to get the data.

 - Water meter replacement – Kurt stated he has received responses and will move forward with committee meetings to review all proposals. The ad for employee will also be added to the March newsletter for installing meters.

- Village Hall repairs – Mike Kampwerth stated the front door work should be completed in the next week or so and that the concrete work will begin as soon as weather permits. -Drop Box – The new drop box for the Village Hall is still on hold, awaiting delivery.

8. VILLAGE ADMINISTRATOR’S REPORT:

-WW#4 – Dale Haukap stated they met with Brodke about test well estimates. HMG suggested getting a second estimate from Layne.

- TIF – Kurt Schmitz mentioned that he has been in contact with Moran Development and what the next step is for the TIF extension. The APEX agreement has been signed and all is good to move forward.

9. ZONING ADMINISTRATOR’S REPORT:

Zoning Board did not have a meeting in February so there are no minutes for review.

10. DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC WORKS REPORT:

The Board discussed standing water behind Moe’s apartments. Jenny is to get the summer help and grass cutter positions in the March newsletter again.

11. OLD BUSINESS:

Jenny confirmed the Christmas party has been canceled.

A motion to adjourn was made by Kevin Eversgerd, second by Larry Harper. Motion carried 5- 0. Time was 8:20pm.

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