Peoria Standard

Village of Bellevue Board of Trustees met Oct. 25.

Here are the minutes provided by the board:

I. CALL TO ORDER

The Village of Bellevue Mayor called the Village of Bellevue meeting to order at the Village Hall. He indicated that an audio tape recording was made of all discussions during the Regular Session.

The Meeting was called to order at 6:00 p.m.

II. ROLL CALL

Mayor Merriman asked for Roll Call Attendance to be taken by Mrs. Pesch.

Present: Trustee Aaron Lannert, Trustee Judith Wight, Trustee Martin Schuettler, Trustee Sandra Cooper, Trustee Leroy Wiseman, Trustee Ross Pesch

Absent:

Also in Attendance: Mayor Dean Merriman; Attorney Lane Alster; Matthew Raible, Village Zoning Officer; Steve Wilson, Village Public Works; Susan Pesch, Village Clerk; Theresa Johanson, Village Treasurer

III. ACTION ITEMS

A. Trustee Lannert moved to approve the Regular Minutes held on October 11, 2022. Trustee Wight seconded the motion. There was no further discussion.

Voice Vote: All Ayes

Motion Passed

B. Trustee Lannert moved to approve the Bills for October 25, 2022. Trustee Wiseman seconded the motion. Mayor Merriman informed Board members that he would like to cash in the CD at Bartonville Bank for $135,000 and deposit the funds into the General account. The new backhoe is going to be $95,000. Funds for the backhoe could be taken from the $135,000. The remaining balance would be invested into a CD. CD interest rates are increasing.

Roll Call Vote: Ayes: 6

Nays: 0

Motion Passed

IV. PRESENTATION FROM THE AUDIENCE

Mayor Merriman thanked the visitors in attendance and gave them an opportunity to address the Village Board.

V. NON-AGENDA BUSINESS BY BOARD MEMBERS AND VILLAGE EMPLOYEES

Mayor Merriman asked if there was any non-agenda business to be brought before the Board from either Village Trustees or the Village Employees.

Mr. Wilson inquired about the status of the retention pond issue in Hamptons Crossing. It is time to move on issuing fines to the property owner. Patrick Meyer wants to proceed with the fines.

Mr. Wilson stated that messages were left for the property owner on Middle Rd. The new owners were told that the existing building is not allowed. The property owner has placed a trailer that is visible from the road. Attorney Alster stated that he would work on a letter.

Trustee Lannert inquired about the street lights that have been out on Airport Rd. Mr. Wilson commented that he would check to see if each pole has a number. Peoria County takes care of some of the lights and the City of Peoria takes care of some of them as well.

Trustee Wight inquired about the standing water on Closen and Anna Rd. in certain areas of the road. Mr. Wilson stated that the new tar and chip on the roads did not change the structure of the road. The next time the road needed repairs, it would be a total removal and cost $200,000 to $300,000. Trustee Wight said that she did not notice the standing water prior to the new tar and chip. Mayor Merriman stated that it could be a result from the garbage trucks driving on the road.

Trustee Cooper inquired about the amount set aside for donations when they discussed the appropriations. Mayor Merriman responded that the Village has donated money in the past to the school. Attorney Alster stated that it is a general appropriation for a potential to donate $5,000. It does not roll over to the next fiscal year. Mayor Merriman said that playground equipment was purchased for the school 5 years ago. Trustee Cooper stated that White Rose Church supports the Community of Bellevue. The Food Pantry helps hundreds of residents in the Village.

Attorney Alster informed Board members that election documents would be sent to Susan in regards to a caucus in December.

Mr. Wilson stated that a potential buyer inquired about the property by Dollar General on Farmington Rd. There is 60 acres. The individual discussed taking it back to farming and would farm as much of the property as he can. Mayor Merriman stated that it would be up to the Board members. It would also lower the tax rate. Attorney Alster said that it is zoned residential. Currently, it cannot be turned into agriculture.

VI. ACTION ITEMS

A. Trustee Pesch moved to approve the Resolution Amending Signatories to Bank Accounts. Trustee Wight seconded the motion. Mayor Merriman informed Board members that the Village needed new signatures and remove previous individuals on the accounts. They needed to add Mrs. Pesch, Trustee Lannert, Mrs. Johanson, and include the Mayor for all bank accounts.

Roll Call Vote: Ayes: 6

Nays: 0

Motion Passed

B. Trustee Lannert moved to approve the sale of 306 Starr Lane. Trustee Wiseman seconded the motion. Mayor Merriman informed Board members that the Village had 2 bids for the property in the amounts of $9,471 and $10,000. The winning bid was from Mr. Snow for $10,000.

Roll Call Vote: Ayes: 6

Nays: 0

Motion Passed

C. Trustee Lannert moved to approve the Ordinance Prohibiting Use of Groundwater As Potable Water Supply. Trustee Wiseman seconded the motion. Board members were in agreement to proceed with the Ordinance.

Roll Call Vote: Ayes: 6

Nays: 0

Motion Passed

D. Trustee Pesch moved to approve the Ordinance Authorizing for Purchase of Certain Real Property-5020 Oakvue. Trustee Lannert seconded the motion. There was no further discussion.

Roll Call Vote: Ayes: 6

Nays: 0

Motion Passed

VII. INFORMATION / DISCUSSION ITEMS

A. Begin Remodeling – 414 S. Main St.-Mayor Merriman informed Board members that they have outgrown the existing Village Hall. He would like Mr. Wilson and Mr. Raible to begin remodeling 414 S. Main in December. The existing Village Hall is not in compliance with ADA standards. The Village could work together with keeping food pantry items on one side. Trustee Wight inquired about the Food Pantry being kicked out. Mayor Merriman commented that the goal is to have the Village Hall housed in the building. They would have to figure out having an area for the Food Pantry to work. The Village Hall also needs a bigger office area. There is not enough office space in the existing Village Hall when Mrs. Johanson, Mrs. Pesch, Mr. Raible, and Mr. Wilson are working in the same area.

VIII. ADJOURNMENT

Mayor Merriman asked for a motion to adjourn. Trustee Lannert made a motion to adjourn the meeting. Trustee Wiseman seconded the motion. There was no further discussion.

Voice Vote: All Ayes

Motion Passed

MEETING ADJOURNED AT 6:45 p.m.

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