Gary Thompson

The committee meeting included a review of the Ordinance Book and a discussion regarding a proposed 1% grocery sales tax ordinance, which the Mayor aims to advance to the next board meeting.

The committee discussed a pending business license for AT Auto Performance, the planning and scheduling for a local festival, and updates to the employee manual table of contents. Committee reports provided status updates on public works projects, including the delay of a truck, and the progress of the water project and the construction of a jail cell.

The Board reviewed and approved the January 2026 Collector's Report for the General Fund and the January 2026 Treasurer's Report. Additionally, the Board approved the January 2026 warrant list and authorized the payment of bills. A business license for AT Auto Performance located at 824 Rollins Road was also approved. Updates were provided regarding the return of a borrowed public works vehicle, which included the purchase of a new license plate, and plans for a tree planting initiative were discussed.

The committee discussed a recent water main break near Lynwood Apartments and the subsequent repairs. Old business included updates on the planned one-day village festival, including arrangements for food trucks and entertainment. New business topics included a decision to participate in an American Legion event for veterans, scheduling the upcoming Easter Egg Hunt and breakfast, and setting dates for the village-wide garage sale and subsequent garbage collection.

The board reviewed and approved the Collector's Report and Treasurer's Report for December 2025. Key administrative actions included the approval of a payment to Shroeder Asphalt in the amount of $126,329.36 and the extension of the radio station lease agreement with WLCB. Additionally, the board approved the December 2025 warrant list, authorized payment of all bills, and granted a new business license for Top Notch Auto Brokers.