Rodney Smith

The board meeting addressed several key business items, including committee reports on water infrastructure, street cleanup, zoning enforcement, and liquor permit renewals. The Mayor provided updates regarding utility rate increases from Ameren and Illinois American Water, as well as reminders for economic interest statements. The board discussed maintenance building updates, adopted the 2024 International Building and Residential Codes, planned for future garbage contract bidding, and approved the renewal of certificates of deposit. Furthermore, dates were set for Dumpster Days, and plans for upcoming MFT road work projects were reviewed.

The board discussed committee reports, including water infrastructure projects and property code enforcement efforts. The Mayor provided an update on new Illinois Municipal League laws. The board approved amendments to the animal control ordinance, reviewed findings from the 2024-2025 audit, and approved a proposal for municipal code recodification. Additionally, the board decided to release long-held water and garbage deposits with accrued interest and addressed resident inquiries regarding street signage and water quality.

The board discussed committee reports regarding street maintenance, ditch cleaning, and tree trimming, as well as zoning concerns related to honeybee hives and fine schedules for ordinance violations. The Mayor reported on recent cleanup efforts following a flood. Business items included planning for a new garbage contract and approval of a fund transfer to cover downtown street project costs. The board also approved the purchase of a new laptop for water system management, authorized an increase in petty cash, and held preliminary discussions on potential building and vehicle acquisitions for the water and street departments.

The meeting included reports from various committees, including Finance, Health and Water, Streets and Alleys, and Zoning and Code Enforcement. The board addressed new business involving the amendment of ordinances regarding tap fees, material costs, and the salary payment schedule. Additionally, the board reviewed a proposal from G.A. Rich and Sons for the installation of a pressure-reducing valve for $52,088.00.

The agenda for the regular board meeting included a consent agenda requiring approval for the January 2026 Treasurer Reports and payment of January bills. Key new business items slated for discussion involved three proposed ordinances to amend Chapters 13 (tap fees), Chapter 5 (material costs), and Chapter 2 (salaries payment schedule). Additionally, the board was scheduled to review a proposal from G.A. Rich & Sons for pressure-reducing valve installation totaling $52,088.00. Committee reports were also scheduled for Finance, Health & Water, Streets & Alleys, Zoning and Code Enforcement, and Liquor.