On Monday, 10/7/2024 the Town Council meeting was called to order by Deb Shumate, Town Council President. Mark Marsee, Council Member was also present.

Everyone in attendance joined in giving the Pledge of Allegiance.

Meeting Minutes: After reviewing the minutes, from the September 9, 2024 regular meeting, a motion was made by Mark Marsee to approve the minutes. Deb Shumate seconded that motion. The motion was put to a vote and the motion carried with 2-0 vote.

Claims/Financials/Payroll: After review of the claims and payroll from September 10 — October 7, a motion was made by Mark Marsee to approve the claims & payroll. Deb Shumate seconded that motion. The motion was put to a vote and the motion carried with 2-0 vote.

Town Manager Report: The Town Report was presented & submitted by Doug Price.

Town Marshall Report: The Marshall's Report was presented & submitted by Phillip Wilson, Town Marshall.

Milan Park Board Report: The Park Board's Report was submitted by Derek Helton.

Old/Continuing Business:

Ordinance 08122024-4 to amend Chapter 73 of the Traffic Code, Second Reading: A motion was made by Mark Marsee to approve the Second Reading of Ordinance 08122024-4. Deb Shumate seconded that motion. The motion was put to a vote and the motion carried with 2-0 vote.

Ordinance 09092024-3 to amend Chapter 91, Ordinance 91.02 and 91.04: A motion was made by Mark Marsee to withdraw Ordinance 09092024-3. Deb Shumate seconded that motion. The motion was put to a vote and the motion carried with 2-0 vote.

Ordinance 10072024-1 to amend ordinance 90.037 & 90.039: A motion was made by Mark Marsee to approve Ordinance 10072024-1 and adopt on the first reading. Deb Shumate seconded that motion. The motion was put to a vote and the motion carried with 2-0 vote.

New Business:

2025 Budget Resolution 10072024-1: Melissa Teer presented the 2025 Budget Resolution: A motion was made by Mark Marsee to approve the resolution. Deb Shumate seconded that motion. The motion was put to a vote and the motion carried with 2-0 vote.

Mike Holman Excavating Invoice for $425,181.86 (Partial Pmt for value of materials stored, and work completed): A motion was made by Mark Marsee to approve the invoice. Deb Shumate seconded that motion. The motion was put to a vote and the motion carried with 2-0 vote.

Halloween Hours: A motion was made by Mark MarSee to set Halloween Hours for October 31st, from 5pm — 7pm. Deb Shumate seconded that motion. The motion was put to a vote and the motion carried with 2-0 vote.

Public Items:

Richard Rothweiler, Water Pressure: Not present

Tom Cook, Mowing of Lawns: Mr. Cook began by thanking the board for their service. Some of the questions addressed were: 1) Who decides when a lot is to be mowed? Response: The ordinance establishes the guidelines, and a letter is sent to the property owner once the lot is not compliant with the ordinance. The letters are sent by Phillip Wilson, Chief of Police, who is in charge of investigating ordinance infractions. If the yard is not brought into conformity, it will be mowed by the town at a rate of $150 per hour. 2) How was the rate of $150.00 per hour determined? Response: The amount is regulated by ordinance and can be up to $500. Aside from that, the town does not want to provide mowing services. 3) What happens if a town employee gets injured while mowing? Who is responsible? Response: Employees are insured by town insurance.

Solicitation Approval for Road Block, Milan VFW 11/16/24, 8-12: A motion was made by Mark Marsee to approve and wave the fee as long as the high visibility vests are worn for the duration of the event. Deb Shumate seconded that motion. The motion was put to a vote and the motion carried with 2-0.

Comments on Agenda Items:

Rod Johnson addressed the council regarding the Budget/Public Safety Loit Fund. Mark Marsee echoed comments from the September meeting, stating that the budget for 2025 had already been set. The Council then approved Mr. Johnson's public reading of a statement he had drafted.

Matt Dew inquired as to who we consulted with regarding the budget. It was said that the company was called Local Government Services.

Dillon Davidson voiced concerns about several of the new hydrants. It was stated that these concerns would be investigated and addressed if necessary.

Gerri Driggers asked about signage for the baby box at the EMS building. Deb Shumate explained the sponsor of the baby box would have to look into the guidelines of the program. Attorney Lynn Fledderman also noted that the baby box program is intended to be anonymous so the program may not want any type of signage.

John Dobson inquired about the street lighting. It was told that all of the parts had finally arrived and that installation would begin soon.

Sally Gosmeyer thanked the Fire Department for what they do and all the work put into the budget by the town.

As there was no further business to be conducted by the Town Council, Mark Marsee made a motion to adjourn and Deb Shumate seconded that motion. The motion was put to a vote and the motion carried. The next regular meeting of the Town Council is scheduled to be held November 11, 2024, at 6:30 pm.

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