Scott Mareing for WROY/WRUL was there and has this report…
The board gave Mayor Skip Land permission to get a release of funds that were obtained from a Community Development grant, for Phase V of the Water Line Project.
They agreed to approve a one year dispatch contract from the White County Sheriff’s Office for non-emergency calls and record keeping, at a cost of $16,100. It will be paid in a lump sum.
The board approved a three year contract with Botsch & Associates for $13,200 a year, which is up from $12,000 a year in the previous contract, to work on the budget, the audit, and the tax levy. The village will be able to opt out of the deal at anytime, as they are currently looking at proposals from other companies.
Also approved was an agreement with Utility Gas Management, which purchases extra gas for the village throughout the year.
Brian Ray of the Wonder Market asked for TIF money to help pay off the balance of outstanding loans they currently have, but Mayor Land said that doesn’t fit the criteria for TIF money. But they will ask the TIF attorney if there is any way he can meet with the Wonder Market and possibly work something out.
Concerning the Wakeford property, a contract has been signed with the Overland Group for the property and there is a 180 day inspection process taking place.
The land at Hulett field was surveyed and new survey markers were put up. Also, a three inch PVC pipe was installed over the markers.
They are still working on the alley closure and should have everything finalized at the next meeting.
The F-250 snow plow truck is down. It needs a computer module and they are looking for a new one.
In the police report for December, there were ten reports written, one accident report, no arrests, 12 traffic stops and warnings, and two citations issued.
Stone Outdoor Services of Harrisburg installed the fence at the playground and they are still waiting on the walk-through gate at the entrance. Parks Committee Chairmen Wayne McKenzie and the Mayor will meet with the NCAA to discuss improvements to the concession stand and ball fields.
The meeting adjourned at 7:44 PM. The next meeting of the Norris City Village Board will be on February 5th at 7 PM.
