Meeting Minutes 5/15/24

by Madalyn Sade-Bartl on June 3, 2024 in Meetings, Minutes

Regular Meeting Minutes –May 15, 2024
The Churubusco Town Council met on May 15, 2024 at 6:00 p.m. in the Town Hall. Members present were council members Mark Pepple and Nathan Van Horn; and Clerk-Treasurer, Madalyn Sade-Bartl. Others present were Ashley Berger and Rachel Wisel; and Sewer Superintendent, Bob Gray.
Mr. Pepple called the meeting to order, welcomed visitors, and led the Pledge of Allegiance. The Clerk called roll. Council member, Devin Keener, was absent.
Approval of Minutes- May 1, 2024
Mr. Van Horn made a motion to approve the minutes from May 1, 2024 as presented. Mr. Pepple seconded, and the motion passed 2-0.

Approval of Claims:
Claims Vouchers dated May 15, 2024 in the amount of $291,828.90 were presented and approved.
Public Comment:
Ashley Berger and Rachel Wisel approached the Council concerning sewer hookup at 7985 E. 550 N. Ms. Berger was upset at the slow pace at which the Town was working to make connecting to the Town’s system possible and she stated that she could not sell her house until this issue was resolved. President Pepple stated that some movement had been made and he hoped to have an answer for Ms. Berger within the next couple of weeks as to whether or not the residence could connect to the Town’s system as the Town needed to further research the impact this connection would have on the Blue Lake force main (the line in which the house would be connected) and if the connection was possible, then set policies and procedures for the connection. This upset Ms. Berger as it did not fit into her timeline and Mr. Pepple reminded her that the Town would be more than willing to sign a letter to allow her to be granted a septic waiver from the County and she could install a septic system. She and her contractor, Ms. Wisel, stated constructing a septic system was cost prohibitive. Ms. Bartl and Mr. Pepple reiterated that they were still working on trying to make connection happen, and she would receive an answer by the June 5th meeting.
Old Business:
There was no old business.
New Business:
1. Pay Application #4- Project B Sewer Project: Ms. Bartl presented Pay Application #4 for API in the amount of $19,255.55. Mr. Van Horn made a motion to approve the pay application as presented. Mr. Pepple seconded the motion and it carried 2-0.
2. Pay Application #15- Project A Sewer Project: Ms. Bartl presented pay application #15 for Crosby in the amount of $834,371.27. Mr. Van Horn made a motion to approve the pay application as presented. Mr. Pepple seconded, and the motion carried 2-0.
3. Façade Grant- Indiana Metal Roofing: Ms. Bartl presented a Façade Grant application from Indiana Metal Roofing. She stated the Chamber and Main Street had requested some changes be made to the signs but that once those changes were made, they were on board with the application. Mr. Van Horn made a motion to approve the request and reimburse no more than $1,526.13. Mr. Pepple seconded, and the motion carried 2-0.
4. Turtle Days Update: Mr. Van Horn gave an update on Turtle Days. The Council advised Ms. Bartl to work with the festival’s insurance company and have the Town pay the cost of Turtle Days liability insurance.
Department Reports:
Jeremy Hart, Town Supervisor:
Mr. Hart was not present, but left the attached report.
Bob Gray, Wastewater Treatment Plant Supervisor:
Mr. Gray stated all paperwork was timely and the plant was running fine.
Dustin Papenbrock, Town Marshall:
Mr. Papenbrock was not present.
Rick Krider, Park Superintendent:
Mr. Krider was not present.
Andy Boxberger, Town Attorney:
Mr. Boxberger was not present.
Council Reports:
Mark Pepple:
Mr. Pepple stated he and Ms. Bartl had attended a meeting with the Community Foundation and Library and gave an update on its proceedings.
Devin Keener:
Mr. Keener was not present.
Nathan Van Horn:
Mr. Van had nothing to report.
Madalyn Sade-Bartl:
Ms. Sade-Bartl presented the attached report and reminded the Council that she would be at a conference the following week.
Having no other business and after all the proper papers were signed, Mr. Van Horn adjourned the regular meeting.