The Independent-News, Volume 118, Number 40, Walkerton, St. Joseph County, 18 February 1993 — Page 12

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- THE INDEPENDENT NEWS - FEBRUARY 18. 1993

WALKERTON TOWN BOARD MINUTES (continued from Page I) Januars 2bth. there was a four hour Hazmat update and listed the EMTs and drivers hours and runs for the month. Jollie Back said that he didn't have anvthmg new to report. Jeff Zehner submitted some changes to our application for a sewer permit, and asked for the Council's approval. Gene Reese made the motion to accept the new form as submitted, with any additional changes that Zehner sees fit to make. Seconded by Gordon Hartsell Carried. Zehner reported that Wight-man-Petrie has started the preliminary design work for the sewer extension project. There needs to be a meeting with a rate consultant before any further work is done. Attornes Holmes is going to set this meeting up. Zehner said that he and superintendent Back have been asked if a tap fee can be waived at Manorview subdivision. Zehner said that Leo Savoie paid for the engineering and construction of the line. Savoie has also paid for the street cut, tapping into the manhole and all restoration. Zehner said that he and Back would agree to waive the tap fee. Walt Heil asked if the next person, who builds, will want to do the same thing. Zehner answered that this installation is a little different since it taps into a manhole. Holmes said that legally. the tap fee is due and is required by our ordinance. He added that the Council could waive the fee. but they should be cautious about setting precedents. Holmes said that Savoie did dedicate a portion of public sewer, and the Council could accept this in lieu of a tap fee. Gene Reese asked Zehner COMMUNITY RESOURCE CENTER S HOTLINE 1-800-236-2345 Crisis And Suicide Intervention 24 Hours A Day When it helps to talk . . . ^COMMUNTH Resource \ X RENTER INC >

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if he thinks the fee should be waived, and if so, why. Zehner said that we didn’t have any costs for tap in sleeves, no man hours expense and no material costs. Holmes advised that under the ordinance. it doesn’t make a difference whether there was an expense Holmes feels that the significant difference is the 6” line that runs from manhole to manhole and stated that this portion should be dedicated to the Town. 'The Council further discussed this sewer tap. and no motion was made to waive the fee. Dave Bolze commented on several water system conditions that Terry Baugher has found and reported to the Council. The first problem concerns the high service pump two at the treatment plant. Bolze said that this pump is pumping more water than pump one, but Baugher has heard something out of the ordinary in it. The second problem concerns a functional rate of flow indicator on the iron removal filters. Bolze said that this part is now on order. The third problem concerns an accurate rate . recording at the treatment plant. Baugher feels that the flow recorder should also record the time of day. Bolze reported that our flow ’ recorder does accurately record the gallonage, and he and Back feel that this is something that might be changed in the future. When a new one is ordered, they would like for it to also regulate the level in the tower. The next problem has to do with an isolation valve at the elevated tank. Bolze said that they have decided that regular exercising of the valve, by opening and closing it, will correct the problem. The final observation, by Baugher, concerns updating, organizing and preserving record drawings of our utilities. Bolze said that, for the first time, he was asked to work on the Water Department's budget and has included the purchase of a computer. He hopes this will help to do some of the organizing and updating. Bolze reported that a lot more water testing will be required in 1993 and 1994. Testing will include checking for VOCs, nitrates, nitrites, cyanide and nickel. Bolze reported that they will be changing out a number of hydrants this year, at a cost of $946.00 each. Bolze had also checked on the status of permits, going north on 23, in case we would want to do extensions, and found that they have all expired. Walt Heil made the motion to accept the 1993 water budget. Seconded by Len Jaske. Carried. Rizek said that David Behr has

submitted an application for a Yard Waste Grant to St. Joseph County. Jeff Zehner told the Council that our request is for $45,000.00 to purchase a 1 ton dump truck, a leaf vacuum and a steel leaf box. President Rizek read the proposals to receive public funds, which give the financial institution's daily average of deposits within the subdivision. Teachers Credit Union — $30,022,274.01. Ist Source Bank — $34,673,000.00. Attorney Holmes recommended that we approve both as depositories, and have an investment meeting since we always differentiate between funds that are to be invested and those on depost. Len Jaske made the motion to accept both proposals. Seconded by Walt Heil. Carried. CITIZENS’ INPUT: Elsie Heimer asked about the lot on Ohio Street that has a dirt pile, and a hole where a foundation had been started. Attorney Holmes said that he had talked to the attorney that represents the developers. and we have permission to go ahead and level it off. He added that it was his understanding that we are prepared to level it off with town equipment since the Council is concerned about the safety and security of that neighborhood. OLD BUSINESS: Terry Baugher's contract to do engineering service for the town was discussed. Holmes opinion is that it’s helpful for the men to have someone to consult with when it comes to advice on problems conserning engineering. Superintendent Back feels that it would be nice to have someone to call on to help sovle some of the problems they run into. Dave Bolze asked if Baughter would be there for electric as well as water and wastewater. Holmes answered that Baughere's expertise is with water, and he has worked with wastewater. He added that some engineering things are universal and feels that Baugher would be helpful in most areas. Holmes said that you can hire a firm that has experts in every area, but you have to be careful if you plan to keep this at a low cost. Len Jaske feels that it would be a good idea to talk to some other towns to see who they employ, and also check with Baugher to see if he does consult on electric problems too. A review of Baugher’s contract shows that he does not charge a retainer fee, that compensation would be paid for actual time required. It was decided to check with Baugher, and consider the contract at the next meeting. The clerk said that we have to select an auditor for the grant for our portion of the sewer extension to the industrial park. The clerk was instructed to get quotes from certified public accountants to do this audit. NEW BUSINESS: The Humane Society’s 1993 contract for animal control services has stayed at the same rate, $840.00, for the year. Len Jaske made the motion to accept this contract. Seconded by Gene Reese. Carried. The clerk reported that a note with the Industrial Fund was due for payment by January 31. 1993. Attorney Holmes is going to contact David Behr about the note. The clerk told the Council that the State Board of Accounts has finished their audit of the Town. They would like a written response on three of their findings. The Judy’s Beauty Salon 207 W Center St North Liberty 656-4491 MEN - WOMEN - CHILDREN Helen* Curlu Umpermj - Spyro Perms Curling Iron & Hur Accessories - Jewelry Cosmetics — Ear Putting — Perfumes GiGl Home Hair Removal Sloppy Joe Clothing 6 DAYS A WEEK - WALK-INS WELCOME EVENINGS BY APPOINTMENT Shut-In, Hospital & Nursing Home Service

first one concerned the distribution of. and posting of literature that states that the Town is a Drug Free employer. This is one of the stipulations in the downtown redevcl- । opment grant agreements. The second finding concerns the fact that earned interest was not spread to a balance in the Rural Development Loan Proceeds Fund. Holmes told the Council that several years ago money was needed in the General Fund, and it was decided to receipt all of our earned interest into that fund. Since then, the Council has designated the funds that are to receive interest. Holmes advised that we just need to confirm to them that the interest was spread as the Council directed. Len Jaske made the motion to confirm the previous decision to not spread interest to the Rural Development Dian Proceeds Fund. Seconded by Gene Reese. Carried. The third finding concerns a transfer of funds within the Wastewater Fund. A transfer is to be made from the Sewer Operating Fund to Sewer Bond and Interest Fund on a monthly basis, according to the ordinance. Len Jaske made the motion to accept claims 71 through 114 for $150."’92.32 and Payroll Docket dated 1-16-93 for $19,900.25. Gene Reese seconded the motion. Carried. Gene Reese made the motion to adjourn. Seconded by Gordon Hartsell. Carried. WOMEN’S AGLOW FELLOWSHIP TO MEET THIS SATURDAY The Walkerton Women's Aglow invites you to attend their meeting on Saturday. February 20 at the Walkerton Community Building. Washington and Ohio Streets. Fellowship will begin at 9:00 a m. and the Praise and Worship at 9:30. The speakers for the day will be Jeaneen K. Klahr and her husband Rev. David, pastor New Creation Fellowship, in Granger. Fourteen years ago Jeaneen was diagnosed with an incurable lung disease called pulmonary sarcoidosis. This was at a time oin her life when her children were small and fear of never seeing them grow up ran rampant. Then Jeaneen was introduced to the Promises offered in the Word of God. For the first time hope was offered for a future of life and not death. After feeding on the word of God over an 18 months period and attending Rhema Bible Training center in Tulsa. Oklahoma. Jeaneen received a complete healing through faith in God’s Word. Since then she and her husband have been preaching the Word of God for whosoever shall come forward.

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