REGULAR MEETING OF THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE VILLAGE OF TAMPICO
March 28, 2023
7:00 PM
Reagan Community Center
Mayor Kristine L. Hill called the Regular Meeting of the Tampico Village Council to order at 7:00PM.
Commissioners Jim Coleman, Jennifer Morales, Ryan DeBrock and Tammy Kendell were present. Chief Lewis and Village Superintendent, Tyler Chriest, were also present. Village Clerk, Jamie McIntire, was also present and recorded the written and audio minutes.
Mayor Hill led those present in the Pledge of Allegiance.
Minutes of the March 7, 2023 Regular Meeting were approved as presented.
Reports of Village Officials
Mayor Hill advised that the Village is accepting applications for part-time help with mowing. Bruce Peltier will be stepping down from his position at the April meeting so the Village Public Works department will be looking to hire part-time help with the potential to turn into full-time.
Mayor Hill advised that the Enterprise Zone requested the Village’s letter of support for Jo-Carrol Energy in helping to get broadband to our rural areas. A letter of support was sent.
Bud Thompson from Prophetstown donated cards to be sold at the Birthplace at $5.00 per pack. They have pictures of the murals that he’s done around the Village with a description of them on the back of the card. Bud did this at his own expense to help the Birthplace try to raise funds. Mayor Hill reported that Bud presented them to Joan Johnson at the Birthplace last week and she was very happy to be there to see it. They’re very nice and would make great souvenirs.
Commissioner Kendell reported that she and Chriest have been looking into pricing for the salt shed and they’re just waiting on confirmation of what can all be purchased with Motor Fuel Tax funds. Mayor Hill asked for the information they have on it so she can help.
Remarks from Guests
There were no remarks from guests.
Unfinished Business
Review Budget Sheets was on the agenda for unfinished business. Mayor Hill advised that the Council will meet again Tuesday, April 18th at 6:30PM, prior to the Regular scheduled meeting, for one final review of the budget before approval.
New Business
There was no new business to discuss.
Building Permits
There were no building permits to approve at this time.
Communications
Clerk McIntire advised that the Council received more information on pipeline safety from Jo-Carroll Energy that they are free to view and there is also a survey if anyone is interested in completing and returning. Both Clerk McIntire and Chief Lewis advised that they filled one out and returned it.
Clerk McIntire also reported that President Biden declared a Proclamation honoring the victims of the tragedy in Nashville, Tennessee. Flags are to be flown at half-staff until sunset on March 31st.
Bills were ordered paid on a motion by Commissioner Kendell, second by Commissioner DeBrock. “Yes” votes were Coleman, Morales, DeBrock, Kendell and Mayor Hill. The motion carried.
Resident Deb TerBush asked if the Village is done accepting E-Recycling and will not have the pick up in April. Chriest replied no, there will not be a pickup and April and the Village is done accepting E-Recycling at this time. Chriest advised that there is a permanent site that anyone can drop off at through the County. It has become too difficult for the Village to get rid of the E-Recycling. Information on the County drop off site is located at the Village Hall.
Mayor Hill advised that prior to the Regular Meeting, there will be a Special Meeting held at 6:30PM on Tuesday, April 18th to finalize the budget.
Mayor Hill also said don’t forget to vote on April 4th, 2023.
The meeting adjourned at 7:07 PM. The next Regular Meeting of the Tampico Village Council is Scheduled for Tuesday, April 18, 2023 at 7:00 PM in the Reagan Community Center located at 202 W. Second Street.
Jamie M. McIntire
Clerk
Kristine L. Hill
Mayor
MINUTES APPROVED THIS 18th DAY OF April, 2023
**These minutes are not official until signed, dated and sealed by the Village Clerk**
