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Riverton village board approves IMGA long-term supply agreement
The Riverton Village Board met Feb. 15 at 7:05; they waited for the attorney, John Myers, to arrive before beginning the meeting. The minutes from Feb. 1 and bills were
approved for payment 5-0. Trustee Faires was not in attendance.
“People on the Agenda” included Ralph Willoughby, who had two FOIA requests, one of which the attorney said he’d mailed him a response regarding on Monday. Mr.
Willoughby said he “let things ride” until he read the response, and thanked the attorney. Up next, Ron Williams, who had provided copies to trustees of a state statute
regarding 4 wheel/ATV vehicles. The attorney stated he had given his opinion on this topic to trustees. Mr. Williams has concerns about these types of vehicles – where and
when they are being driven.
Steve Reavis then addressed trustees regarding reversing a late fee for a January utility payment which had not made it on time, for some reason, and trustees reviewed
documentation of his bill payment history and record from the bank of the payment in question. Trustee Rader motioned to waive the fee, Trustee Pottier seconded, and it was
approved 5-0 to do so; Mr. Reavis thanked them, and also complimented village workers on snow removal this year.
“Old Business” included an update on the water plant. Chuck Stone stated EMI had given approval to E.L.Pruitt on the parts, and these had been ordered. The quotes for a
door on the plant were discussed; one door was quoted at approximately $6K and trustees would like a quote for a double-door, as comparison. Stone will do that. He also
advised trustees the pump package for the lift at Lucky Horseshoe Mobile Home Court would be shipped by March 16. Once it is received, “they’ll be ready to roll,” per Stone.
Trustee Pottier reported the Administrative Committee met last Monday regarding incentives for Dollar General and like-size business projects. Stipulations for tap fees and
single phase vs. other meters were reviewed. This will have to be put into an ordinance form for approval at the next village meeting. Trustees were still hashing out the
wording, but it was preliminarily approved 5-0.
The next item “Adopt Personnel Code” was tabled until after Executive Session, per Mayor Todd.
An “Ordinance to approve IMGA long-term supply agreement” was discussed with trustees by Lynn Getz, a representative from that association. “Intent to an agreement” is
how she described it; a minimum of 40 cents discount per decatherm. Trustee Pottier reiterated this was already on the books, but this is to perpetuate it. If it goes below that
minimum, the board has 48 hours to opt out of it. Mayor Todd asked Getz what the market forecast looked like. The discount is the difference between taxable bonds and non-
taxable, per Getz. When the market starts to move, she believes it will be gradual, not just happen. Trustee Pottier wanted to ensure the newer trustees were comfortable with
the agreement the board is considering, which would potentially begin May 1 for a length of 20 years. Ms. Getz explained the agreement allows a discount to the village every
month. There was a little more discussion amongst trustees, then Trustee Joe Bartley motioned for a vote, Pottier seconded and the ordinance was approved 5-0.
“New Business” included an estimate from E.L. Pruitt for the water treatment project; what has been completed thus far was recited by Linda Viola, and $52,796.70 was the
certified amount by the architect. This was approved 5-0 for payment.
Chuck Stone’s report included a sinkhole on 5th Street that needs to be repaired; out of the three quotes, the lowest was from E.L. Pruitt for $8,429. There was discussion on
bid advertisement; Attorney Myers advised $20K is the threshold amount that bid advertisement becomes necessary. Stone also noted there is an area on Allen Street that may
also be a sinkhole, but they are checking that further before potential future work. He expects that pumps for the main station will be shipped to the village by the end of March.
Stone also updated the village Web site with FOIA information, including a sample form.
Trustee Bartley asked Stone about water valve replacement before the 3rd Street overlay project would begin. An amount of $35,000 was estimated to do that, and some gas
valves will also need replacement too before overlay starts. Once the weather breaks, those replacements could begin, per Stone. Bartley advised depending on which end of
3rd Street will be started on first for the overlay, the valve replacement would need to be begin there first as well. Trustees discussed briefly. Petersburg Plumbing and Heating
did say they owe another grading job on Washington Street, anticipated to be done when the weather is more cooperative, Stone reported.
Chief Dave Smith said there was nothing in his report to bring up. (He was asked after the meeting concluded about the number of tickets issued in 2009 for speeding,
particularly on 7th and Lincoln, and he will be providing those numbers).
Linda Viola deferred to Trustee Dave Charles on the copier proposals they looked at, since he is on the Maintenance Committee. The amount for the copier recommended is
$4,563, plus $55/month for labor and toner. After a little more discussion on comparisons, trustees approved the purchase 5-0. The copier will be delivered soon, but the
village won’t be billed for it until after May 1. The American Red Cross, as discussed at previous meetings, had provided the village a survey to allow for use of the municipal
room as an emergency evacuation area during times of natural disasters. After the 2006 tornadoes, an area for the public affected during natural disasters was determined as
a definite need.
Treasurer Tim Laffey would like to meet with all committees before the end of March to go over budgets, and he would like to have all it all completed by April 30. Trustee
Raycraft, Parks Committee, stated she had spoken with Ron Williams about a contract for the pavilion at Field of Dreams.
They took a short break before going into executive session at 8:04, when they returned to open session at 8:24, a vote was taken on adopting the revised personnel code.
This was approved 5-0, and Trustee Pottier thanked Trustee Bartley for his work on this. The board adjourned at 8:26 p.m.
Trustee Bartley, Streets Committee, was asked after the meeting about progress on sidewalks on 7th and Lincoln Streets. He responded that the grant packet is being
completed for those.
The Riverton Village Board met Feb. 15 at 7:05; they waited for the attorney, John Myers, to arrive before beginning the meeting. The minutes from Feb. 1 and bills were
approved for payment 5-0. Trustee Faires was not in attendance.
“People on the Agenda” included Ralph Willoughby, who had two FOIA requests, one of which the attorney said he’d mailed him a response regarding on Monday. Mr.
Willoughby said he “let things ride” until he read the response, and thanked the attorney. Up next, Ron Williams, who had provided copies to trustees of a state statute
regarding 4 wheel/ATV vehicles. The attorney stated he had given his opinion on this topic to trustees. Mr. Williams has concerns about these types of vehicles – where and
when they are being driven.
Steve Reavis then addressed trustees regarding reversing a late fee for a January utility payment which had not made it on time, for some reason, and trustees reviewed
documentation of his bill payment history and record from the bank of the payment in question. Trustee Rader motioned to waive the fee, Trustee Pottier seconded, and it was
approved 5-0 to do so; Mr. Reavis thanked them, and also complimented village workers on snow removal this year.
“Old Business” included an update on the water plant. Chuck Stone stated EMI had given approval to E.L.Pruitt on the parts, and these had been ordered. The quotes for a
door on the plant were discussed; one door was quoted at approximately $6K and trustees would like a quote for a double-door, as comparison. Stone will do that. He also
advised trustees the pump package for the lift at Lucky Horseshoe Mobile Home Court would be shipped by March 16. Once it is received, “they’ll be ready to roll,” per Stone.
Trustee Pottier reported the Administrative Committee met last Monday regarding incentives for Dollar General and like-size business projects. Stipulations for tap fees and
single phase vs. other meters were reviewed. This will have to be put into an ordinance form for approval at the next village meeting. Trustees were still hashing out the
wording, but it was preliminarily approved 5-0.
The next item “Adopt Personnel Code” was tabled until after Executive Session, per Mayor Todd.
An “Ordinance to approve IMGA long-term supply agreement” was discussed with trustees by Lynn Getz, a representative from that association. “Intent to an agreement” is
how she described it; a minimum of 40 cents discount per decatherm. Trustee Pottier reiterated this was already on the books, but this is to perpetuate it. If it goes below that
minimum, the board has 48 hours to opt out of it. Mayor Todd asked Getz what the market forecast looked like. The discount is the difference between taxable bonds and non-
taxable, per Getz. When the market starts to move, she believes it will be gradual, not just happen. Trustee Pottier wanted to ensure the newer trustees were comfortable with
the agreement the board is considering, which would potentially begin May 1 for a length of 20 years. Ms. Getz explained the agreement allows a discount to the village every
month. There was a little more discussion amongst trustees, then Trustee Joe Bartley motioned for a vote, Pottier seconded and the ordinance was approved 5-0.
“New Business” included an estimate from E.L. Pruitt for the water treatment project; what has been completed thus far was recited by Linda Viola, and $52,796.70 was the
certified amount by the architect. This was approved 5-0 for payment.
Chuck Stone’s report included a sinkhole on 5th Street that needs to be repaired; out of the three quotes, the lowest was from E.L. Pruitt for $8,429. There was discussion on
bid advertisement; Attorney Myers advised $20K is the threshold amount that bid advertisement becomes necessary. Stone also noted there is an area on Allen Street that may
also be a sinkhole, but they are checking that further before potential future work. He expects that pumps for the main station will be shipped to the village by the end of March.
Stone also updated the village Web site with FOIA information, including a sample form.
Trustee Bartley asked Stone about water valve replacement before the 3rd Street overlay project would begin. An amount of $35,000 was estimated to do that, and some gas
valves will also need replacement too before overlay starts. Once the weather breaks, those replacements could begin, per Stone. Bartley advised depending on which end of
3rd Street will be started on first for the overlay, the valve replacement would need to be begin there first as well. Trustees discussed briefly. Petersburg Plumbing and Heating
did say they owe another grading job on Washington Street, anticipated to be done when the weather is more cooperative, Stone reported.
Chief Dave Smith said there was nothing in his report to bring up. (He was asked after the meeting concluded about the number of tickets issued in 2009 for speeding,
particularly on 7th and Lincoln, and he will be providing those numbers).
Linda Viola deferred to Trustee Dave Charles on the copier proposals they looked at, since he is on the Maintenance Committee. The amount for the copier recommended is
$4,563, plus $55/month for labor and toner. After a little more discussion on comparisons, trustees approved the purchase 5-0. The copier will be delivered soon, but the
village won’t be billed for it until after May 1. The American Red Cross, as discussed at previous meetings, had provided the village a survey to allow for use of the municipal
room as an emergency evacuation area during times of natural disasters. After the 2006 tornadoes, an area for the public affected during natural disasters was determined as
a definite need.
Treasurer Tim Laffey would like to meet with all committees before the end of March to go over budgets, and he would like to have all it all completed by April 30. Trustee
Raycraft, Parks Committee, stated she had spoken with Ron Williams about a contract for the pavilion at Field of Dreams.
They took a short break before going into executive session at 8:04, when they returned to open session at 8:24, a vote was taken on adopting the revised personnel code.
This was approved 5-0, and Trustee Pottier thanked Trustee Bartley for his work on this. The board adjourned at 8:26 p.m.
Trustee Bartley, Streets Committee, was asked after the meeting about progress on sidewalks on 7th and Lincoln Streets. He responded that the grant packet is being
completed for those.
Issue Date: Feb. 18, 2010
