October 18, 2022 Regular Meeting Minutes
REGULAR MEETING – VILLAGE OF NORTHVILLE
Tuesday, October 18, 2022
The Village Board met Tuesday, October 18, 2022, at 7:00 PM.
Present: Sue Eckert, Mayor
John Markiewicz, Trustee
Janet Rudd, Trustee
Sue Sedon, Trustee
Kathleen Terwilliger, Trustee
Wendy Reu, Clerk, Recording Secretary
Nathan Matthews, Treasurer
Dan Reidell, DPW Superintendent
Absent:
Public Attendance – Sandy Fish, Mike Warner, Norman Richardson, John Weaver, Patricia Geraghty, Wayne Stever
Mayor Eckert called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.
Motion to approve the minutes of the September 20, 2022, Regular Meeting was made by Trustee Markiewicz, seconded by Trustee Sedon, and passed by voice vote as follows:
AYE: Trustee Markiewicz, Trustee Rudd, Trustee Sedon, Trustee Terwilliger
NAY: 0
ABSTAIN: 0
PUBLIC ACCESS:
Wayne Stever asked when the crew would be picking up brush and leaves on Ridge Road. Highway Superintendent Reidell stated the next pickup would be Thursday. Highway Superintendent Reidell also stated that the last day for brush pickup would be November 10th.
REPORT OF COMMITTEES:
Police – No report on file.
Streets – The DPW report was read and is on file at the Clerk’s office.
Mayor Eckert reported that the interview committee met with prospective candidates for the open DPW position and reported that they would recommend Michael Causey be hired. Trustee Sedon made a motion to hire Michael Causey to the open DPW position at a rate of $ 22.00/hour. The motion was seconded by Trustee Markiewicz and carried by voice vote as follows:
AYE: Trustee Markiewicz, Trustee Rudd, Trustee Sedon, Trustee Terwilliger
NAY: 0
ABSTAIN: 0
Highway Superintendent Reidell reported that the work on the Water Street culvert is delayed as the funds from the sale of the Third Street parcel were allocated to the repair of the culvert. Treasurer Matthews stated that the work can still commence. He indicated that until we sell the parcel, the funds will come out of the fund balance. Highway Superintendent Reidell stated he would like to proceed as soon as possible with the repair. He indicated that despite the road being posted as 8 ton limit, large vehicles still go over it. After discussion, Trustee Markiewicz made a motion to initiate the Water Street culvert repair now. The motion was seconded by Trustee Sedon and carried by voice vote as follows:
AYE: Trustee Markiewicz, Trustee Rudd, Trustee Sedon, Trustee Terwilliger
NAY: 0
ABSTAIN: 0
Water – It was reported that usage decreased from 2,659,000 gallons in September 2021 to 2,445,000 this year. Water testing and operations were normal.
It was reported that there was still one meter left in the Village that had not yet been converted to a radio read meter.
Code Enforcement- The Code Officer’s report was filed. It was reported that seven permits were issued. He reported two complaints were received and one pending court case.
Dog Control – Nothing to report.
Joint Youth – Trustee Sedon reported that at the last meeting, one person, Hadley Jacobs, was interested in being JY Director. She indicated that they would be advertising for an Assistant Director. Trustee Sedon stated they are also exploring opening up the program to Mayfield. Some concern was voiced that the new Director was only interested in the Summer program. There was some discussion about the PTO looking at possibly taking over the Easter egg hunt and family dance. Mayor Eckert stated that if the program is only going to be a summer program, the salary for the JY Director would have to be revisited as it is based on a year round program. Mayor Eckert stated she was not comfortable with that salary if it was only going to cover summer program.
Park Use Requests – No requests were received.
Marketing – Village Clerk Wendy Reu gave an update on Marketing. She gave an update on Fall Fest. It was reported the event was a success and drew a significant crowd to the Village and surrounding community. She reported she is recruiting additional vendors for 2023. She is also working with the local churches and businesses to host events for Fall Fest next year. She reported plans are underway for the Lighted Christmas Parade on December 3rd. She stated she is working with Heidi Colson organizing the parade. It was reported that the Civic Association is handling the tree lighting.
Report on Village Projects – No update as Mr. Spaeth is away on vacation.
Tree Commission – Lanie Groff submitted a report indicating how helpful Dan has been in making sure two Village trees were planted this fall. She indicated additional trees will be planted in the spring.
PAYMENT OF BILLS
The monthly financial report was reviewed and bills to be paid from the General Fund in the amount of $ 52,905.42, from the Water Fund in the amount of $ 4,211.51 and from the Joint Youth Fund in the amount of $ 128.80 were presented for payment. Motion to approve payment was made by Trustee Markiewicz, seconded by Trustee Sedon and carried by voice vote as follows:
AYE: Trustee Markiewicz, Trustee Rudd, Trustee Sedon, Trustee Terwilliger
NAY: 0
ABSTAIN: 0
OLD BUSINESS:
Mayor Eckert reported that the Third Street property continues to be listed with Coldwell Banker and the online analytical report was received. She indicated there has been one verbal offer that was very low and refused, as we do not accept verbal offers. Highway Superintendent Reidell also reported an individual reached out to him as Code Officer to discuss uses for the property.
Mayor Eckert reported that the outside counsel the Village retained to review the Main Street Grant Documents has received the files and is reviewing them.
NEW BUSINESS:
There was no new business.
PUBLIC COMMENTS:
Norman Richardson asked if the newly hired DPW worker had a CDL. He was informed that all the candidates interviewed had their CDL.
ADJOURNMENT:
There being no further business before the Board, motion was made to adjourn by Trustee Markiewicz, seconded by Trustee Sedon and passed by voice vote with no one dissenting. The meeting was adjourned at 7:32 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Wendy L. Reu, Clerk
