A meeting of the Board of Trustees of
the Village of Trenton, NE, was convened in open and public session, Tuesday, June
9, 2015 at 6:30p.m. at the Village Office. Present: Chairman Rundel,
Vice-Chairman Frakes, Trustees McArthur and Poppert, Clerk McKain, Deputy Clerk
Heffner, Aaron Leggott, Bob Brown, Misha Constantine, Linda Drain, Larry Evans,
Jessi Gestenslager, Nicole Gray, Tyler Jones, Jesse Kauffman, Roz Kauffman,
Ronda Lewis, Phil McDonald, Laura Parde, Margaret Pollman, Gary Poindexter, Bob
Scott, Sandy Scott, Lesa Tines, and Judy Todd. Trustees Neely and Poppert were
absent. 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 6:30pm and
quorum was verified.
Chairman made “Open Meeting Act”
announcement.
Citizen
Forum: No comments
for citizen forum.
Motion
made by McArthur and second by Frakes to approve agenda. Ayes: Frakes, McArthur,
and Rundel. Nays: None. Absent: Neely and Poppert. Motion carried.
Approval
of minutes of the April 27, 2015 meeting were not approved as board members
that attended were not at this meeting.
Motion
made by McArthur and second by Frakes to approve treasurer’s report. Ayes:
Frakes, McArthur, and Rundel. Nays: None. Absent: Neely and Poppert. Motion
carried. Rundel added that board members need to pay close attention to
financial information as an investigation is being conducted in Riverton of
misuse of public funds.
Utility
Superintendent Reports: Electric
Department: Leggott
reported that Trenton Rec has requested additional outlets by the cement slab
for the band during harvest festival and Vrbas is checking on it. Water
Department: Leggott reported that the additional water line requested for
Trenton Rec will be installed when things slow down a little. Sewer
Department: Leggott reported a blockage was in the 500 block of West A.
They found a towel. Trash Department: Leggott stated they would like to
replace the Main Street trash cans. Rundel stated they would discuss it more
at the budget meeting on June 23, 2015. Street Department: Leggott stated
TopKote would be in Trenton during June, 2015. Leggott stated they would like
to add gutters and cement work to the 201 West 3rd building. Rundel
stated they would discuss it more at the budget meeting on June 23, 2015 and
that a bid process would need to be put in place. Park Department: Leggott
stated Wayne’s Tree Service completed the removal of two stumps. Leggott
reported that the new grass seed was beginning to sprout. Leggott stated they
would like to get new picnic tables in the shelter. Rundel stated they would
discuss it more at the budget meeting on June 23, 2015. Pool Department:
Leggott reported the pool is open and the chair lift has arrived and they will
be working to get it installed.
Animal Control: Leggott stated there were 26 cats and
169 dogs licensed within the village for the 2015 year. There were 3 warnings
for failure to license, 3 warning for running at large, 0 citations for failure
to license and 0 citation for running at large during the month of May, 2015. One
dog was destroyed by a resident due to a dog bite.
Village
Office: McKain
reported that there was one utility deposit that will be applied to the final
bill. McKain stated a SW Clerks meeting is June 11th and the office
would close at noon. McKain stated the LONM Finance conference will be held in
Kearney on June 17-19, 2015. She would be attending the conference and Heffner
would be working until noon on those days. McKain stated BCBS made changes to
the dental insurance and new cards would be issued. McKain reported LARM
conducted a risk management review and a report would be provided later in the
month.
Library: Evans reported the library is still
operating and the grant application is in final review.
Planning Commission: Evans reported a variance application
was reviewed and recommended for approval. Motion made by McArthur and second
by Frakes to approve variance application for D. Webb. Ayes: Frakes, McArthur,
and Rundel. Nays: None. Absent: Neely and Poppert. Motion carried.
Unfinished
Business: Rundel
stated a meeting for June 16, 2015 at 6:00pm has been set up to discuss the
wind turbine project. Nuisance properties were discussed. There has been
progress on the five properties that were notified. The extension for the show
cause hearing has been fulfilled and the property has been cleaned up to the
satisfaction of the board. The owner and resident were commended on their hard
work to bring the property into compliance. Ms. Gray offered her services to
any other resident who would like assistance. Ms. Gray also inquired on other
properties that she believed needed to be cleaned up. The board stated they
were glad to see progress on some properties and will continue to monitor those
properties. Rundel stated the budget meeting is scheduled for June 23, 2015 at
6:00pm at the Village office. Rundel requested McKain to find out if the
auditor would attend. Rundel stated that a meal is planned for the meeting.
Ordinance
or Resolution: Ordinance
#786 Amending Zoning ordinance was tabled due to a lack of quorum.
Motion
made by Frakes and second by McArthur to approve Resolution 6-2015-1 for a special
event to close highway 25 for the Harvest Festival on August 1, 2015. Ayes:
Frakes, McArthur, and Rundel. Nays: None. Absent: Neely and Poppert. Motion
carried.
RESOLUTION 6-2015-1
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 9th day of June, 2015, 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 1, 2015 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 1, 2015.
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 1, 2015.
INTRODUCED AND PASSED THIS 9th day of June, 2015.
John
A. Rundel, Chairman
Trenton Board of Trustees
ATTEST:
Wendy L. McKain
Village Clerk
New
Business: Lanessa
Wickizer is the pool manager this year. She presented information for CPR
“dummy” to be used for training pool personnel. Motion made by Frakes and
second by McArthur to approve the purchase of the CPR equipment from Keno Funds.
Ayes: Frakes, McArthur, and Rundel. Nays: None. Absent: Neely and Poppert.
Motion carried. Sandy Scott presented information on a community project at
the lot located at 445 Main Street. She has a lot of community support and
volunteers to assist with the landscaping. Motion made by McArthur and second
by Frakes to approve painting supplies to be purchased from Keno funds. Ayes:
Frakes, McArthur, and Rundel. Nays: None. Absent: Neely and Poppert. Motion
carried. Trenton Rec Association requested a donation for Harvest Festival. Motion
made by Frakes and second by McArthur to approve a $300 donation from Keno
funds. Ayes: Frakes, McArthur, and Rundel. Nays: None. Absent: Neely and
Poppert. Motion carried. McKain presented information for a scrap tire
collection. She explained that it will be a one day collection and limited to
10 ton. This collection will be for car, SUV/Pick-up, and Semi tires only.
The collection day will be July 21, 2015. Rundel stated that the Village of
Stratton will terminate their inter-local agreement for trash service effective
September 1, 2015. Rundel stated that adjustments may be necessary at the
budget meeting. McKain reported she is still working with USDA on grant
programs for sidewalks. Information was provided on “Community Day Bonus” from
Nebraska Lottery. Motion made by Frakes and second by McArthur to approve August
1, 2015 as “Community Bonus Day” for Keno at Franks. Ayes: Frakes, McArthur,
and Rundel. Nays: None. Absent: Neely and Poppert. Motion carried.
Discussion was made with a complaint on the gate located at the sewer lagoon
entrance.
Correspondence: West
Central Nebraska Development District, Hitchcock County Assessor – Notice of
valuation change, 2015 Tree care workshop, LARM – rate increase for FY
2015-2016, LONM – Gas tax revenue for cities & counties, LONM – Nominations
for executive board, Harlan County Sheriff – Hazard mitigation plan, El Dorado
newsletter.
Motion made by Frakes and second by McArthur
to approve Operating claims, El Dorado Heating/Cooling claims, KENO claims, and
Library claims. Ayes: Frakes, McArthur, and Rundel. Nays: None. Absent: Neely
and Poppert. Motion carried.
OPERATING CLAIMS:
1. May payroll (2 pay
periods)....................................................................... $12,200.46
2. EFTPS, FED (May
payroll tax)..................................................................... 2,803.46
3. NE Dept. of Revenue (May
payroll tax)........................................................... 312.08
4. NE Dept. of Revenue
(May sales tax).......................................................... 2,370.93
5. 83 Repair (Parts #8A).................................................................................... 1,443.18
6. Aflac (June premiums)
...................................................................................... 32.70
7. American Agricultural
Lab (Water samples)...................................................... 16.50
8. American Funds (May
IRA contributions)........................................................ 166.64
9. Barnett’s Do It
Center (water line repair supplies)............................................ 105.70
10. Blue Cross Blue
Shield (June premiums medical/dental)............................. 4,022.14
11. BOK Financial (Water
bond)....................................................................... 38,215.00
12. C & K (Pool
supplies)........................................................................................ 148.97
13. City of McCook
(Transfer station tickets)..................................................... 2,465.40
14. Colonial Life (June
premium)............................................................................. 40.48
15. D&L Pest Control (Library
and office pest control)............................................ 50.00
16. D&S Hardware
(Trimmer line)............................................................................. 9.90
17. Dewey, Nadine
(Library Payroll)...................................................................... 243.80
18. Diamond Vogel (Paint
for pool)..................................................................... 1,088.75
19. Evans, Larry (Library
Payroll).......................................................................... 206.86
20. Farmers Co-op (Fuel).................................................................................... 1,538.94
21. First Bankcard
(Certified mailing, dump trailer, adobe)................................... 463.93
22. Great Plains
Communications (phones/internet)............................................. 370.85
23. Hamilton, Pam
(Lifeguard/CPR certification).................................................. 130.00
24. Heffner, Samantha
(Mileage/Supplies).............................................................. 67.77
25. Ideal Linen Supply
(Shop towels)....................................................................... 16.80
26. League Builders
Supply (can of spray paint)....................................................... 5.99
27. Lifetime Benefit
Solutions (May premiums)....................................................... 69.89
28. MNB (May IRA
contribution)............................................................................ 413.68
29. Midlands toxicology
(pre-employment drug test)............................................... 30.00
30. Municipal Automation
& Control (trouble shoot water system)........................ 384.00
31. National Insurance
Services (May Life & LTD premium).................................. 25.56
32. Orscheln (operating
supplies: pool, water, trash, street).................................... 98.35
33. Poppert, Austin (Main
Street Building Repairs May 2015)............................ 1,280.00
34. Rundel, Zita (CPR
class, pool clinic).................................................................. 70.00
35. Southwest Fertilizer
(Spraying supplies).......................................................... 414.49
36. SWPPD (Purchase Power
May Billing $32,647.09; Airport $33.04;
North Well $235.55;
South Well $481.80)................................................... 33,497.48
37. Top Office Products
(Copier lease)................................................................... 49.95
38. USPS (Water sample
postage).......................................................................... 68.20
39. Verizon (June
billing)........................................................................................ 176.42
40. Village of Trenton
(Utilities)............................................................................ 2,325.72
41. Village of Trenton Petty
Cash ($25 for pool start up bank)................................ 25.00
42. Walmart (Painting
supplies, grass seed, spray paint, cleaning)....................... 442.92
43. Wayne’s Tree Service
(stump removal).......................................................... 325.00
44. Wickizer, Lanessa
(CPR renewal, lifeguard certification)................................ 355.00
EDM CLAIMS (EDM Checking
Account):
E1. Snell
Services (HVAC Pay application #3)............................................... 118,258.01
KENO CLAIMS (Keno
Checking Account):
K1. In the Swim
(pool lift chair with accessories)................................................ 4,075.94
LIBRARY CLAIMS (Library
checking account):
L1. First
Bankcard (amazon)................................................................................... 115.32
Motion made by McArthur
and second by Frakes to enter into executive session to discuss possible
litigation at 8:10pm. Ayes: Frakes, McArthur, and Rundel. Nays: None. Absent:
Neely and Poppert. Motion carried. Motion made by McArthur and second by Frakes
to exit from executive session at 8:25pm. Ayes: Frakes, McArthur, and Rundel.
Nays: None. Absent: Neely and Poppert. Motion carried.
With no further business, motion made
by Frakes and second by McArthur to adjourn meeting at 8:26pm. Ayes: Frakes,
McArthur, and Rundel. Nays: None. Absent: Neely and Poppert. Motion carried.
A special meeting will be June 16,
2015, at 6:00p.m. in the Village Office. A Budget meeting will be June 23,
2015, at 6:00pm in the Village Office. Next regular meeting will be July 14, 2015
at 6:30pm in the Village Office.
John
A. Rundel, Chairman
Trenton Board of Trustees
ATTEST:
Wendy L. McKain, Village Clerk
