A meeting of the
Board of Trustees of the Village of Trenton, NE, was convened in open and
public session, Tuesday, June 10, 2014 at 6:30p.m. at the Village Office.
Present: Chairman Rundel, Trustees Frakes, Neely, Superintendent Vrbas, Clerk
McKain, Deputy Clerk Cock, Larry Evans, and Phil McDonald. Board members
McArthur and Poppert had communicated in advance that they would not be at the
meeting. Availability of the agenda was communicated in advance notice and in
the notice sent to the Chairman and Trustees of the meeting. All proceedings
hereafter shown were taken while the meeting was open to the public.
Roll Call was taken at
7:00pm and quorum was verified.
Chairman made “Open
Meeting Act” announcement.
Citizen Forum: Phil McDonald asked
what the purpose of the new bucket truck was and why the Village didn’t change
their own street lights. Chairman Rundel stated the Village has a contract
with SWPPD and when it was up for renewal the Board of Trustees would look into
the Village maintaining our lights as an option.
Motion made by Frakes
and second by Neely to approve agenda. Ayes: Frakes, Neely, and Rundel Nays:
None. Absent: McArthur and Poppert. Motion carried.
Motion made by Neely
and second by Frakes to approve minutes of the May 13, 2014 meeting. Ayes: Frakes,
Neely, and Rundel Nays: None. Absent: McArthur and Poppert. Motion carried.
Motion made by Frakes
and second by Neely to approve treasurer’s report. Ayes: Frakes, Neely and
Rundel. Nays: None. Absent: McArthur and Poppert. Motion carried.
Utility
Superintendent Reports: Electric Department: Vrbas reported the tree branches
have been all picked up from the tree trimming in January. The hole on East I
had been filled where underground wiring was replaced. Vrbas reported that a
burglary report had been filed but he has not received a copy from the
sheriff’s office. Water Department: Vrbas stated the department was
running well and he took the yearly nitrate water sample. Sewer Department:
Vrbas stated they have not started the project for the 400 block of West 4th
but he had talked to the resident about the project. Trash Department:
Vrbas reported the driver’s window on the trash truck quit working and they are
working on fixing it. Street Department: Vrbas stated East I Street had
been fixed. Flooding on East E street is still a concern, however, the run-off
ditch is clear and flowing. The culvert on Main is clear and flowing for water
run-off. Park Department: Vrbas stated the sand court and sand box had
been sprayed and will be removed at a later date. Pool Department: Vrbas
reported the pool is filled; repairs have been made and will be opening on June
12, 2014.
Animal Control: Vrbas stated there
are 22 cats and 148 dogs licensed within the village. There were 2 warnings
for failure to license, 3 warnings for running at large, 4 citations for
failure to license and 0 citations for running at large during the month of May.
Several complaints have been received concerning dogs at large. There is a
trial set for June 18, 2014 on a resident who pleaded not guilty to licensing
dogs.
Village Office: McKain reported that
there are 3 utility deposits to be returned, 2 will be applied to a final bill
and 1 will be applied to the account. McKain stated she will be going to the
Accounting and Finance Conference this year on June 18-20, 2014 in Kearney and
Cock will be in the office until noon on those days. McKain stated that the Channel
4 renewal application with FCC has been filed. McKain reported Frank’s has
been approved for Keno and received the Keno license. Frank is waiting on
equipment and training from Keno.
Library: Evans reported the
Library Board would like a higher spending limit on the library credit card as
they were not aware of a limit and was charged an over the limit fee. The issue
was discussed. Motion made by Frakes and second by Neely to raise the library credit
card limit to $500.00. Ayes: Frakes, Neely and Rundel. Nays: None. Absent:
McArthur and Poppert. Motion carried.
Unfinished Business: Rundel reported on
the update for the wind turbine project. Rundel is expecting a proposal next
month. Rundel reported on the nuisance properties and stated he continues to
see progress on the properties. The property being donated to the village was
discussed and has yet to receive keys to inspect the property. BNSF called
about the railroad cleanup and was going to contact Vrbas. The surplus
equipment is listed with the online Cornlea Auction as of June 16, 2014 and
will be sold on July 3, 2014 auction.
Ordinance or
Resolution: Motion
made by Neely second by Frakes for resolution 6-2014-1 to close highway 25 on
August 2, 2014 at 11am until 12:30pm for the Harvest Festival parade. Ayes:
Rundel, Neely, and Frakes Nays: None Absent: McArthur and Poppert. Motion
Carried.
RESOLUTION
6-2014-1
Special Event Closing of Highway 25
for Harvest Festival
The Board Chairman and Village Board
of Trustees of the Village of Trenton (hereinafter in the Village), in special
session assembled at the Village Office in Trenton, Nebraska on the 10th
day of June, 2014, hereby resolve as follows:
WHEREAS, the Village will assume
control of Highway 25 (Main Street) between West G Street and West B Street on
August 2, 2014 from 11:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
WHEREAS, the Village acknowledges the
acceptance of the duties set out in LB 589 subsection (2) and is in agreement
to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless the state from all claims, demands,
actions, damages and liability, including reasonable attorney’s fees, which may
arise as a result of the special event.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the
Village will assume control of Highway 25 (Main Street) between West G Street
and West B Street beginning at 11:00 a.m. on August 2, 2014.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED
that the Village will return possession back to the State of Nebraska
Department of Roads Division (NDOR) at 12:30 p.m. on August 2, 2014.
INTRODUCED AND PASSED THIS 10th
day of June, 2014.
John
A. Rundel, Chairman
Trenton Board of Trustees
ATTEST:
Wendy L. McKain
Village Clerk
New Business: The purchase of a
new mower to use at the Pow Wow Grounds and Airport were discussed and bids
were reviewed. A motion by Neely and second by Frakes to accept the bid from
Titan for the Bush Hog mower in the amount of $17,000.00. Ayes: Frakes, Neely,
and Rundel. Nays: None. Absent: McArthur and Poppert. Motion carried. Budget
meeting times were discussed and the first budget meeting is set for June 24,
2014 at 6:00pm at the Village Clerk’s office. The budget meeting will
have a meal provided and open to the public. There was a discussion on employee
evaluations. It was decided to look at budgetary issues before making any wage
changes. Pool applications, wages, and admission fees were discussed. Motion
by Neely and second by Frakes to accept seven additional lifeguard applications,
the current pay rate and admission fees. Ayes: Frakes, Neely and Rundel.
Nays: None. Absent: McArthur and Poppert. Motion carried. Culbertson trash route
was discussed. It was decided to accept additional customers. There has been
a concern that the Village was in violation of a jurisdiction issue. Clerk
McKain has raised the issue with attorney Burger and the League of Nebraska
Municipality about the jurisdiction issue. Neither Burger or the League felt
there were any jurisdiction issues. The Village is not accepting any rural
customers in Culbertson. The Board discussed a Farmer’s Market. It was
decided that a peddler’s license in the amount of $5.00 for the season would be
needed to participate. Persons interested in participating will need to
complete an application at the Village Clerk’s office. Discussion on dates for
the Farmer’s Market was made. Options for the farmer’s market were for every
Saturday; however, the lot could be used daily if there is a need. Motion by
Neely and second by Frakes to set a $5.00 peddler license fee for the farmer’s
market participants during the 2014 summer season. Ayes: Frakes, Neely, and
Rundel. Nays: None. Absent: McArthur and Poppert. Motion carried.
Correspondence: PIREPS; Nebraska Auditor of Public
Accounts; Nebraska Power Association; Notice of Public Hearings HC Planning
Commission – Hitchcock County Clerk; Notice of Public Hearings HC Commissioners
– Hitchcock County Clerk; Notice of Valuation Change – 201 East B & Pasture
– Hitchcock County Assessor; Pheasants Forever.
Motion made by Neely
and second by Frakes to approve Operating, KENO, and Library Claims. Ayes: Frakes,
Neely, and Rundel. Nays: None. Absent: McArthur and Poppert. Motion carried.
1. May payroll (2 pay periods)....................................................................... $10,510.25
2. EFTPS, FED (May payroll tax)..................................................................... 2,466.88
3. NE Dept. of Revenue (May payroll tax)........................................................... 279.09
4. NE Dept. of Revenue, (May sales tax)......................................................... 2,821.85
5. Aflac (Supplement Insurance)............................................................................ 43.70
6. American Funds (Simple IRA)......................................................................... 158.68
7. Amfirst Insurance Services (Insurance)........................................................... 103.00
8. Blue Cross Blue Shield (Med/Den May
Premiums)...................................... 2,190.86
9. Burger & Bennett, P.C (Legal
Services)....................................................... 1,602.10
10. C&K Distributers (Pool Parts)........................................................................... 293.81
11. City of McCook (Trash)................................................................................. 2,228.13
12. Colonial Life (Supplement insurance)................................................................ 40.48
13. D&L Pest Control, LLC
(Applications)................................................................ 50.00
14. Dewey, Nadine (Payroll).................................................................................. 244.20
15. EBS RMSCO, INC (Vision June Premiums)..................................................... 91.97
16. Evans, Larry (Payroll)....................................................................................... 244.20
17. Farmers Co-op (Fuel).................................................................................... 1,845.12
18. Fastenal (Pool Repairs)...................................................................................... 15.00
19. FirstBank Credit Card
(Supplies/Fuel/Postage)............................................... 799.51
20. Great Plains Communications
(Telephone/Internet)........................................ 433.07
21. Ideal Linen Supply (Shop supplies).................................................................... 16.78
22. Lang Diesel, INC. (Street supplies).................................................................. 156.58
23. League Builders (Pool Parts).............................................................................. 97.48
24. MNB (April Simple IRA)................................................................................... 306.12
25. McKain, Wendy (Meal Reimbursement)............................................................ 10.00
26. Midlands Toxicology (Pre-employment
Drug Testing)...................................... 30.00
27. Olsen’s Agricultural Lab (Water
Samples)......................................................... 16.50
28. Orscheln (Supplies)............................................................................................ 28.94
29. QLT (Equipment Lease)..................................................................................... 17.74
30. Sandhill Welding LLC (Pool Repairs)............................................................ 1,132.98
31. Scoop Media (Publications).............................................................................. 182.33
32. Southwest Fertilizer (Chemicals)...................................................................... 193.98
33. SWPPD (Purchase Power May Billing
$35,752.60; Airport $45.12;
North Well $362.97; South Well
$319.20)................................................... 36,479.89
34. T&J Repair (Vehicle
Repairs/Batteries)........................................................... 284.50
35. Top Office (Copier Lease/Maintenance
Lease/Copies)..................................... 59.90
36. Verizon (Cell phones)....................................................................................... 114.92
37. Village of Trenton (Utilities)............................................................................ 2,316.75
38. Walmart (Supplies)............................................................................................. 36.42
KENO CLAIMS (Keno
Checking Account):
NONE
LIBRARY CLAIMS (Library
checking account):
L1. First
Bankcard (Supplies/Books)..................................................................... 256.32
Motion made by Frakes
with second by Neely to adjourn the meeting. Ayes: Frakes, Neely, and Rundel.
Nays: None. Absent: McArthur and Poppert. Motion carried.
With no further
business, the meeting was adjourned at 7:55p.m.
Next regular meeting
will be July 8, 2014, at 6:30p.m. in the Village Office.
John A. Rundel, Chairman
Trenton Board of
Trustees
ATTEST:
Wendy L. McKain, Village
Clerk
