East Central Reporter

Village of Arthur Board of Trustees met Dec. 18.

Here are the minutes provided by the board:

A regular meeting of the Board of Trustees of the Village of Arthur, Illinois, was held on Monday, December 18, 2023, in the Village Board Room. Village President Rod Randall called the meeting to order at 7:00pm. Roll call was answered by Trustees Matt Bernius, Mike Hilgenberg, Isai Gutierrez, Jim Fleming, and Christy Miller. Trustee Dave Tiffan was absent.

Pledge of Allegiance

President Randall asked Grant Corum to lead the Pledge of Allegiance.

Public Comment

There were no visitors present.

Consent Agenda

C. Miller made a motion to approve the Consent Agenda including the December 4, 2023 Board of Trustees Regular Meeting Minutes and the December 13, 2023 Board of Trustees Special Meeting Minutes. M. Hilgenberg seconded. All Trustees voted YEA.

Approval of Expenditures

M. Hilgenberg made a motion to approve expenditures in the amount of $134,449.59. J. Fleming seconded. All Trustees voted YEA.

Village President Comments and Announcements

President Randall reported that 2023 has been a successful year in Arthur for many reasons, including the improvements to infrastructure, the TIF projects, and the Sesquicentennial celebration. President Randall noted his appreciation to the Public Works Department, the Police Department, the administration, and the Village Board.

President Randall reported that the time capsule will be closed on December 31, 2023 from 1:00-3:00pm in the Arthur Municipal Building.

Trustees' Reports

M. Bernius agreed with President Randall's report and thanked the Board for its forward- thinking in getting things accomplished.

J. Fleming heard many positive comments about the firemen's Christmas drive.

I. Gutierrez thanked the Board for making his first year a good one.

M. Hilgenberg was impressed with the Public Works Department this year. Their hard work was evident. The police also continue to do a great job.

C. Miller echoed her thanks and appreciation to the Village departments.

Chief of Police Report

Police Chief Goodman was absent.

Public Works Supervisor's Report

Grant Corum provided reports from the Public Works Department. He noted that work continues with locating and mapping for the fiber internet project, which is over half-way done.

Comptroller's Report

Erica Carter went through the treasurer's report.

Village Attorney Report

Kenny Crossman had no report.

Unfinished Business

None

New Business

1. Grant Corum provided a list of trees to be removed. M. Bernius made a motion to approve a tree removal proposal from Leaf It To Us in the amount of $14,090.00. J. Fleming seconded. All Trustées voted YEA.

2. M. Hilgenberg made a motion to approve a brush clean up proposal for the corner of Rhema Drive and N. Hickory Street from Leaf It To Us in the amount of $3,250.00. C. Miller seconded. All Trustees voted YEA.

3. C. Miller made a motion to have a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. M. Hilgenberg seconded. All Trustees voted YEA.

General Discussion

none

Adjourn

J. Fleming made a motion to adjourn. I. Gutierrez seconded. All Trustees voted YEA. President Randall adjourned the meeting at 7:21pm.

https://arthur-il.gov/file/984/12-18-23%20Board%20Minutes.pdf