Mark D. Voumard

The board reviewed the treasurer's report for the prior month and authorized the payment of operation and maintenance bills. Discussion topics included an operational work report covering main leaks and frozen meters, a bulk load report, and updates regarding the Illinois American water rate increase. The board also received progress reports on the Illinois Alluvial Regional Water Company and the Phase V application process. Additionally, the board approved the conveyance of a water line for Apple Pine Acres.

The board reviewed the December Treasurer's report and approved the 4th Quarter and Annual Investment Reports. Additionally, the board approved payment for January O&M bills. The work report included discussions on leak repairs, heater maintenance, and chemical adjustments. The manager provided updates regarding a USDA Rural Development loan application and the status of the Illinois Alluvial Regional Water Company. Finally, the board authorized the manager's attendance at the 2026 Illinois Rural Water Tech Conference.

The regular board meeting agenda included approving O & M bills for December and reviewing the November Treasurer's report, which indicated an income of $335,455.52 and a profit of $31,876.26. Old business involved work reports detailing box truck brake repairs and recurring water loss issues, along with reviewing bulk load reports. Under the manager's report, updates were provided on the Illinois Alluvial Regional Water Company project, noting research into alternate funding and progress on Phase 1 with Rural Development, and updates on Phase V engineering completion.

The regular board meeting included the review and approval of the October meeting minutes and the October Treasurer's report, which detailed income, expenses, and interest, resulting in a profit of $60,277.68. The board approved the transfer of $250,000 from CDs to the loan account. Monthly operating and maintenance (O & M) bills for November were approved for payment. Under Old Business, the work report noted $14k in boring machine repairs and the readiness of the Apple Pine subdivision for tap-ons. The Manager's report covered an EPA Sanitary Survey update allowing emailed records and an update on the Illinois Alluvial Regional Water Company purchase, leading to an approved payment of $100,000 to them. Phase V progress noted that Jarden's easement was signed, pending Hilyard's easement. New Business involved the presentation and subsequent approval of the 2026 Budget, which included a 5% payroll increase exception for two employees receiving 7%. A modification to the employee vacation schedule was also presented and unanimously approved.

The meeting addressed several key areas including the review of the September Treasurer's report, approval for payment of October's O & M bills, and discussion around work reports detailing leaks and bulk load reports. The Manager's report included updates on Illinois American's line installation, the Altitude Valve Control buildings' construction readiness, and the Illinois Alluvial Regional Water Company's land purchase and funding options. There were also discussions regarding business and health insurance increases, with decisions made to retain the current insurance plans.