Greg Young

The meeting includes reports from village trustees regarding sewer system maintenance, including the potential installation of a permanent generator at the lift station, main drainage culvert repairs, and shop garage organization. Additionally, the board will address new business items such as a request for 'No Parking' signage near an alley, the removal of hazardous tree branches on the right-of-way, and a discussion regarding a resolution to increase sewer rates for the second quarter of 2026 to align with operating and relocation costs.

The meeting involved discussions regarding maintenance of village equipment, an update from MSA on the outfall relocation project, and the necessity to increase sewer rates due to a shortfall in anticipated funding. Additionally, members were reminded of an upcoming primary election, and a candidate running for the County Board Supervisory District 14 position introduced himself to the board.

The meeting agenda included calling the meeting to order and a compliance check regarding public notice postings. Reports from Village Officers covered general operational status, maintenance on a plow, and fire run statistics for January, noting an increase of one run compared to the previous year. Business items included a scheduled update from MSA, a presentation by a candidate running for County Supervisory District 14, and a motion to open the floor for public comments related only to agenda items.

The meeting was called to order by the President. Compliance with Open Meeting requirements was confirmed via postings at four locations. Communications included confirmation from the County Clerk regarding a Primary election. Officer reports covered system status, notification for Christmas tree pickup (January 13), and a comparison of service runs between December 2024 and December 2025, showing a decrease of 37 runs for 2025 compared to 2024. The board approved the Treasurer's Report from December 11, 2025, and approved signed vouchers. Unfinished business involved follow-up requests to MSA concerning chemical feed and filter systems to reduce phosphorus levels.

The agenda for the regular board meeting included the approval of accounts payable vouchers. Key discussions involved updated information concerning a property cleanup order at 6614 John Ave, with cleanup required by October 3rd following a September 18th final bid approval. Officer reports noted that all Village ponds were mowed for the year and a discussion is needed regarding a replacement pump for the mail lift station as the removed one is irreparable. Road shouldering was completed on John Street, and the President reported a decrease in Village runs compared to the previous year, noting activity on a new house construction on John Ave. The meeting included motions to approve the treasurer's report and signed vouchers, and was opened to public comments for agenda items only before adjournment.