Board of Public Works and Safety

BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS AND SAFETY COUNCIL CHAMBERS SEPTEMBER 24, 2024-8:30 A.M. Roll call was answered at 8:30 A.M. by: Mayor Lance Waters, Chairman Don Gura, and Board Member Tara Streb. Others present were: Katie Ritchie, John Dixon, Scott Mosley, Scott Derby, Patrick Howell, Kristen Johnson, Jeremy McKinley, Cindy Marple, and Brian Strange. Pledge of Allegiance The Pledge of Allegiance was recited by all in attendance. Minutes Board Member Tara Streb made a motion to approve the Board of Works minutes from the September 10, 2024 meeting with a second from Mayor Lance Waters. The motion passed 2 ayes – 0 nays. Petitions No petitions or comments were given. Mayor Application for Use of Public Facilities- Trick or Treat on Main Street Kristen Johnson submitted an application for the use of public facilities for the Trick or Treat on Main event happening on October 26, 2024 from 10:00 A.M. to 11:00 A.M. The event will take place on Main Street from Mitchell to Rush Street and West Rush to the alley. Board Member Tara Streb made a motion to approve with a second from Mayor Lance Waters. The motion passed 2 ayes – 0 nays. Application for Use of Public Facilities- Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony Kristen Johnson submitted an application for the use of public facilities for the Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony happening on December 5, 2024 from 5:30 P.M. to 8:30 P.M. at Founders Park. Board Member Tara Streb made a motion to approve with a second from Chairman Don Gura. The motion passed 2 ayes – 0 nays. Clerk Request to Pay AVE Capture All Inc. Clerk Treasurer Katie Ritchie requested authorization to pay invoice 3024 to AV Capture All in the amount of $5,400.00. This invoice will be paid from the BOW Contractual Account. Board Member Tara Streb made a motion to approve with a second from Mayor Lance Waters. The motion passed 2 ayes – 0 nays. Engineering Award HVAC Bid Administrative Engineer Scott Derby ask the awarding be tabled until a later date. Mayor Lance Waters made a motion to table with a second from Board Member Tara Streb. The motion passed 2 ayes – 0 nays. Fire Employee Pay Raise- Sibert Fire Chief Jeremy McKinley requested authorization to give Firefighter Nicholas Sibert a pay raise of $500 a year effective September 13, 2024. Sibert has successfully completed his 3rd evaluation and meets the requirements for the adjustment. Board Member Tara Streb made a motion to approve with a second from Mayor Lance Waters. The motion passed 2 ayes – 0 nays. Request to Pay FireCatt Precision Services Testing, Inc. Fire Chief Jeremy McKinley requested authorization to pay invoice #14956 to FireCatt Precision in the amount of $4,940.00. This invoice will be paid from the General Fire Contractual Fund. Board Member Tara Streb made a motion to approve with a second from Mayor Lance Waters. The motion passed 2 ayes – 0 nays. Police Request to Purchase Uniforms for New Police Officer Police Chief John Dixon requested authorization to purchase uniforms for the newly hired Patrol Officers. This request is not to exceed $4,000.00. Board Member Tara Streb made a motion to approve with a second from Mayor Lance Waters. The motion passed 2 ayes – 0 nays. Request to Purchase Uniforms for New Dispatcher Police Chief John Dixon requested authorization to purchase uniforms for the newly hired Dispatcher. This request is not to exceed $400.00. Board Member Tara Streb made a motion to approve with a second from Mayor Lance Waters. The motion passed 2 ayes – 0 nays. Wastewater Collections New Hire Recommendation Superintendent Patrick Howell requested authorization to hire Marc Musselman to fill the vacant Collections Camera Operation position. Contingent to a negative drug screen analysis Musselman will start his employment on September 30, 2024. Board Member Tara Streb made a motion to approve with a second from Mayor Lance Waters. The motion passed 2 ayes – 0 nays. Open Collections Position Superintendent Patrick Howell requested authorization to open the Plant Collections Position. Mayor Lance Waters made a motion to approve with a second from Board Member Tara Streb. The motion passed 2 ayes – 0 nays. The August 2024 Financial Report was presented for review. Water The August 2024 Revenue/Expense Report was presented for review. Magnetic Line Locator Superintendent Scott Mosley requested authorization to purchase a replacement Magnetic Line Locator in the amount of $9,029.45 from Team EJP. Board Member Tara Streb made a motion to approve with a second from Mayor Lance Waters. Motion to Adjourn Board Member Tara Streb made a motion to adjourn the meeting. Chairman Don Gura adjourned the meeting at 8:41 A.M. _____________________________________ Kathren R. Ritchie- Clerk Treasurer Minutes approved by me this 8th day of October, 2024. _______________________________________ Lance L. Waters-Mayor