The Independent-News, Volume 122, Number 1, Walkerton, St. Joseph County, 16 May 1996 — Page 2

INDEPENDENT NEWS — MAY 16, 1996

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Walkerton Town Council Minutes CALL TO ORDER The Walkerton Town Council met on Monday, May 6, at 7:00 p.m. with the following council members present: Gene Reese, Walter Heil, Randy Hoover, Gordon Hartsell and Gregory Williams. Kathryn Chrapliwy, clerktreasurer and Fred Jones, town attorney, were also present. MINUTES The minutes of the April 15 meeting were corrected and then approved on general consent. OLD BUSINESS Roof: The clerk-treasurer reported that Snyder Roofing came to repair the roof and noticed that when the skylight was repaired a few years ago someone laid the old boards (with nails still in) on the rubber roof causing three large holes. The roofer repaired the holes and said that he would need to bill us for the work. Council member Hoover asked if he could contract someone to take care of the damage inside as soon as possible. It was agreed that that would be a good idea. Triax Hearing: Council member Reese made a motion to schedule the hearing for Triax Cablevision the first week in June which was seconded by Hartsell and the motion passed with a 5-0 vote. Escrow Account For Adams Street Sewer: The total project cost for the Adams Street Sewer Project with $160,413.20. The town was responsible for 118’ of the sewer line at a cost of $7,346.68 leaving the total cost for the school at $153,066.52. They have already taken care of $152,000 with a remainder of $1,066.52 due. Council member Reese made a motion to bill the school the remaining $1,066.52, seconded by Hartsell with the vote being 5-0 in favor of the motion. Washington Street-Adams Street Water Main: The Washington StreetAdams Street Water Main Project has been completed. Council member Hoover made a motion to pay Underground Services the balance due $8,292.13 contingent on an approval from David Bolze that the work has been done to his satisfaction. Council member Reese seconded the motion. The motion passed on a 5-0 vote. Alleys Around The Little League Area: Because of discrepancies on the survey lines it was decided that the issue needed to be tabled until the attorney was allowed

some time to study the maps and advise the council on the matter. The motion to table was made by Reese and seconded by Hoover. Johnson Sewer Easement: The town attorney, Fred Jones, met with the attorney for Miller’s Merry Manor last Friday. There were certain questions that needed to be answered before Miller’s would go any farther. They wanted to know who would be benefiting from this easement. What size line would be installed and would the easement encompass the electric poles already on the property. Fred Jones was going to meet with the other attorney as soon as possible. Allocation Os Interest: It had been decided that the interest earned on all funds would be allocated to the funds on a quarterly basis. The interest earned for the first quarter was $20,913.40. It was distributed to the following funds: General-$1255, Electric Depreciation-$8575, Water Depreciation-$5437, Motor Vehicle Highways 627, Local Road & Streets 627, Park & Recreationsl6s.4o, Cumulative Capital Improvement-$209, Waste-water-$3346, Economic Development-$314 and Cumulative Capital Development-$4lB. NEW BUSINESS 1996 Budget Order: The 1995 pay 1996 Assessed Valuation for Walkerton is $13,535,000. The Budget Order was received last week from the State Board of Tax Commissioners. Poppy Day: The American Legion Auxiliary, Walkerton, requested permission of the Town Council to be on the streets of Walkerton for the annual American Legion Auxiliary Poppy Day on May 24th and 25th. Council member Heil made a motion to accept the 24th and 25th of May as Poppy Day. Council member Reese seconded the motion. The vote was 5-0. Kenny Eggleston Schooling: The council was notified that Kenny Eggleston passed his NISPCo schooling with very high marks. The council congratulated him on his achievements. Clothing Allowance: The clerk-treasurer asked the council for some guidance on the policy of clothing allowance for the utility workers. The council on a motion by Reese and a second by Heil stated the following articles would be acceptable: labeled long and short sleeve shirts, blue jeans, labeled hats, long underwear (for colder months), work related shoes and boots, socks, labeled jackets (light and heavyweight),

labeled coveralls, labeled sweatshirts. The vote on this item of business was 50 in favor. David Behr/Sub-Recipient Agreement: David Behr said that in talking with the state he was informed that a more thorough agreement was needed between the Town and the Walkerton Lincoln Township Public Library concerning the new Library Grant. He prepared such an agreement and presented it to the council. Council member Reese made a motion to sign the new aggreement, seconded by Hartsell, the vote was 5-0 in favor. Town of Walkerton/Ontario Canada: The Town of Walkerton, Ontario, Canada, has extended an invitation to Walkerton to attend their 125th Town Celebration. The dates of the celebration are June 28, 29 and 30. DEPARTMENT HEADS Police: Chief Carl Sobieralski turned in his monthly report. In addition to his report he submitted his plans for improvements to the police department area and the control center area. The total estimate for the work that needs to be done was $29,544. The council said that they would study the matter. Sidewalk Quotes: Jeff Zehner said that he had only received one quote on the sidewalk repair project. The quote was from Wiegand Construction. 4’ sidewalk 4” thick 5 */z bag limestone remove old walk and dispose of per specs for $9.10 per lin. ft. 5’ sidewalk 4” thick 5/2 bag limestone remove old walk and dispose of per specs for $11.37 per lin. ft. He also recommended that we use nycon fibers to help preserve surface of walks from spalling with the use of salt and de-icers at an additional .07 per sq. ft. Council member Reese made a motion to accept the quote of Wiegand Construction to include using nycon fibers, seconded by Hoover and the vote was 50 in favor. CLAIMS Claims 435 to 514 for $261,737.06 and payroll for April 22, 1996 in the amount of $21,653.18 were presented with Reese making a motion to accept the claims, seconded by Heil and the claims passed with a 5-0 vote. Citizens Input David Behr gave the council a summary on exactly what had happened with the Casey’s General Store episode. “On January 15, 1996, and on February 21, 1996, letters were sent to Casey’s from Wightman Petrie Inc. on behalf of the Town Council, and from the Walkerton Redevelop-

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ment Commission. These letters both commented on the plans submitted by Casey’s to the Town for construction of their facility on the corner of Washington and U.S. 6 in Walkerton. The letters indicated that the site plan as submitted needed to be revised to refelct the following: 1. Storm water runoff was not retained on site. 2. Proposed building cannot be located three feet from a Sewer. 3. Proposed building in way of overhead power lines. 4. Side yard setback needs to be 30 feet off Washington and 20 feet off the east property line. 5. Rear yard setback needs to be 25 feet. 6. Sign Permit needed, no sign information submitted. 7. 10 parking spaces required for proposed building. 8. Approved State curb cut permit needs to be submitted. 9. Grease traps required for sanitary service. 10. Plans do not specify the size of the proposed water service. Casey’s was asked to revise their site plan to reflect these requirements, and to request variances were needed. Nothing to date has been resubmitted.” ADJOURNMENT With no further business to come before the council the meeting adjourned on a motion by Heil and seconded to that motion was made by Hoover. Vote 5-0 in favor. REAL SERVICES NEWS FROM WALKERTON The seniors gather every day, Monday thru Friday, at the Walkerton Youth Building for their luncheon served by REAL Services. The meals are by reservation and must be made the day prior to your attending. Please feel free to call 586-7600 for your reservation. On Monday of last week it was great to have Harold Schweder back after an illness and he took over his

regular job as our number one welcoming committee and the books while Hazel entertained us with some jokes and short stories. It was good to see you back Harold and Hazel. Tuesday our site director, Betty Clapper, was gone for the day and Eleanor Leming was in charge. The books were taken care of by Mildred McKesson. On Wednesday Harold and Hazel Schweder were in charge of the books and entertainment and Mrs. Leming gave the blessing before the meal. Thursday was a day of catching up wth one another. Friday we were entertained by Maxine Worthington and friends who share music and singing with us evey now and then which is always enjoyed. Coming up is Florence Seeking and Verl Haag along with Walt Holderread to entertain on May 15 and on May 29 Vi Wolff and friends will be here to entertain. A reminder to all seniors is that the site will be closed on May 27 in observance of the Memorial Day holiday. CARD CLUB NEWS The seniors gather on Tuesdays and Thursdays to play cards following the REAL Services lunches. This past week on Tuesday the bid euchre winners were Thelma Dill, Norma Brems and Doris DePoy. In the pinochle games on Thursday the winners were Martha Young, Morris Searfoss, Norma Brems and Liz Moreau. Check your smoke alarm to make sure it works! A small boy came hurriedly down the street and stopped in front of a stranger. “Have you lost a dollar bill?” the boy asked. “Yes, yes, I believe I have!” said the man, feeling his pockets. “Have you found one?” “Oh, no, I just wanted to find out how many have been lost today. Yours makes 55.”