The Sidney Village Board met on the above date for the regular monthly meeting. President Arrasmith called the meeting to order at 7:00pm with the Pledge of Allegiance. The following Trustees were present: Dan Gadeken, Donna Hooker, Leroy Schluter, Matt Laurent, and Bret Harris. Village Clerk/Treasurer Reinhart and Supervisor of Operations Jeff Wyant were also present. Trustee Tyler Bickers and Attorney Marc Miller were absent.
Public Comments:There has been a report of a prowler peeking through windows and lurking in backyards.
Residents have been urged to call the police if they see any suspicious activity.
Several residents of Southview came to voice their concerns over the standing water throughout the ditches, their crawl spaces and basements. Residents want to know what the future plan is, and the water removed. President Arrasmith said that Jeff could answer on the matter. Jeff stated there was a water leak, but Illinois American Water had located the leak and repaired it. Trustee Harris stated a line had been broken by the internet installation, but the Supervisor of Illinois American Water has assured him the line had been fixed. Residents then inquired as to who authorized the internet installation.
President Arrasmith responded, the state made the authorization and we as a Village created an Ordinance requiring them to give us a copy of their bond insurance to fix issues they may create; if they broke the line, they will be required to fix it. The residents stated in the spring there is always water, almost to the houses in places and has increased since the addition of the newer subdivision. Residents also stated they had seen a resident dump something into the ditch on Southview. Jeff would like the residents of the area to keep him informed if they continue to see suspicious activity and if the water issue persists. Since the repair the water has begun to recede and has almost completely cleared. Jeff stated that he will continue to monitor the situation and if there continues to be a problem, he would like to have an engineer investigate it, potentially adding better drainage. He added that he cannot address the water in their homes, but he can address the ditches.
A resident also inquired about the culvert pipe running beneath their driveway, it has become squished through the years and would like to know who is responsible for fixing. President Arrasmith stated it would be the resident's responsibility to fix.
Approve Minutes:Trustee Schluter moved that the minutes from the December 4, 2023, Board of Trustees meeting be approved. Trustee Gadeken seconded the motion. The motion carried with all ayes on a roll call vote.
President Arrasmith's Comments:Discuss purchase of 203 S. David Street. President Arrasmith stated this was the location of the building that had burned down and the gentleman that owns the property is now interested in selling. President Arrasmith would like the Village to purchase the property and was thinking of an offer around $3-4 thousand; the gentleman is more interested in $5-6thousand. After discussion with the seller, he will
lower his asking price to $3,500 and allow Marc Miller, the Village Attorney to handle the paperwork. President Arrasmith would like the Board to approve at least $4,700 to cover any additional taxes and fees. Trustee Harris made a motion to approve $5,000 and Ordinance No. 2024-01 Approving a Contract to Purchase Real Estate Located At 203 S. David Street, Sidney, Illinois. Trustee Laurent seconded and the motion was carried with all ayes on a roll call vote.
Attorney's Comments:Attorney Miller was not present.
Jeff Wyant's Comments:February 22-27 Jeff will be out of town, but he has already set up help if there is snow and Eric needs assistance.
The new trash cans have been distributed throughout town and the old ones have been removed.
There has been a resident driving through the west flood plain; barricades have been put up and a letter has been sent to the resident. The resident is now doing doughnuts, tearing up property. Jeff does have photos of the vehicle driving through. The Board has advised the authorities to be contacted immediately.
The fence at Little Bears must come down per the contract with the Village. Jeff will contact the owners.
307 E. Byron had water in their basement. Jeff jetted the drain, clearing it and water is now leaving the basement. The resident would like to know when we will fix the issue. Jeff explained we will not fix the issue beyond what he has done, it is the resident's responsibility to fix their side of the property, but Jeff will continue to monitor the issue and when the water completely goes down, he will have the jet truck back out to continue to inspect and determine where the resident’s property ties into the Village line.
Pictures of abandoned cars are done and have been submitted to the attorney's office; the railroad is handling those along the railway.
Finance:Trustee Hooker read the finance reports, there were no additions. Trustee Hooker then made a motion to approve the monthly bills with no additions, Trustee Laurent seconded, and all ayes carried on a roll call vote.
Streets and Alleys:Nothing to report.
Water and Drainage:Nothing to report.
Public Property:Trustee Bickers was not present. President Arrasmith read on his behalf. Permit #780 was issued to 200 Washington Street for a fence.
Parks and Recreation:Nothing to report.
Community Development:Nothing to report.
New and Old Business:Nothing to report.
Adjourn:Trustee Schluter made a motion to adjourn. Trustee Harris seconded and all ayes carried on a roll call vote. The meeting adjourned at 7:38pm.
Public Comments:There has been a report of a prowler peeking through windows and lurking in backyards.
Residents have been urged to call the police if they see any suspicious activity.
Several residents of Southview came to voice their concerns over the standing water throughout the ditches, their crawl spaces and basements. Residents want to know what the future plan is, and the water removed. President Arrasmith said that Jeff could answer on the matter. Jeff stated there was a water leak, but Illinois American Water had located the leak and repaired it. Trustee Harris stated a line had been broken by the internet installation, but the Supervisor of Illinois American Water has assured him the line had been fixed. Residents then inquired as to who authorized the internet installation.
President Arrasmith responded, the state made the authorization and we as a Village created an Ordinance requiring them to give us a copy of their bond insurance to fix issues they may create; if they broke the line, they will be required to fix it. The residents stated in the spring there is always water, almost to the houses in places and has increased since the addition of the newer subdivision. Residents also stated they had seen a resident dump something into the ditch on Southview. Jeff would like the residents of the area to keep him informed if they continue to see suspicious activity and if the water issue persists. Since the repair the water has begun to recede and has almost completely cleared. Jeff stated that he will continue to monitor the situation and if there continues to be a problem, he would like to have an engineer investigate it, potentially adding better drainage. He added that he cannot address the water in their homes, but he can address the ditches.
A resident also inquired about the culvert pipe running beneath their driveway, it has become squished through the years and would like to know who is responsible for fixing. President Arrasmith stated it would be the resident's responsibility to fix.
Approve Minutes:Trustee Schluter moved that the minutes from the December 4, 2023, Board of Trustees meeting be approved. Trustee Gadeken seconded the motion. The motion carried with all ayes on a roll call vote.
President Arrasmith's Comments:Discuss purchase of 203 S. David Street. President Arrasmith stated this was the location of the building that had burned down and the gentleman that owns the property is now interested in selling. President Arrasmith would like the Village to purchase the property and was thinking of an offer around $3-4 thousand; the gentleman is more interested in $5-6thousand. After discussion with the seller, he will
lower his asking price to $3,500 and allow Marc Miller, the Village Attorney to handle the paperwork. President Arrasmith would like the Board to approve at least $4,700 to cover any additional taxes and fees. Trustee Harris made a motion to approve $5,000 and Ordinance No. 2024-01 Approving a Contract to Purchase Real Estate Located At 203 S. David Street, Sidney, Illinois. Trustee Laurent seconded and the motion was carried with all ayes on a roll call vote.
Attorney's Comments:Attorney Miller was not present.
Jeff Wyant's Comments:February 22-27 Jeff will be out of town, but he has already set up help if there is snow and Eric needs assistance.
The new trash cans have been distributed throughout town and the old ones have been removed.
There has been a resident driving through the west flood plain; barricades have been put up and a letter has been sent to the resident. The resident is now doing doughnuts, tearing up property. Jeff does have photos of the vehicle driving through. The Board has advised the authorities to be contacted immediately.
The fence at Little Bears must come down per the contract with the Village. Jeff will contact the owners.
307 E. Byron had water in their basement. Jeff jetted the drain, clearing it and water is now leaving the basement. The resident would like to know when we will fix the issue. Jeff explained we will not fix the issue beyond what he has done, it is the resident's responsibility to fix their side of the property, but Jeff will continue to monitor the issue and when the water completely goes down, he will have the jet truck back out to continue to inspect and determine where the resident’s property ties into the Village line.
Pictures of abandoned cars are done and have been submitted to the attorney's office; the railroad is handling those along the railway.
Finance:Trustee Hooker read the finance reports, there were no additions. Trustee Hooker then made a motion to approve the monthly bills with no additions, Trustee Laurent seconded, and all ayes carried on a roll call vote.
Streets and Alleys:Nothing to report.
Water and Drainage:Nothing to report.
Public Property:Trustee Bickers was not present. President Arrasmith read on his behalf. Permit #780 was issued to 200 Washington Street for a fence.
Parks and Recreation:Nothing to report.
Community Development:Nothing to report.
New and Old Business:Nothing to report.
Adjourn:Trustee Schluter made a motion to adjourn. Trustee Harris seconded and all ayes carried on a roll call vote. The meeting adjourned at 7:38pm.
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