Regular Meeting Minutes –February 7, 2024
The Churubusco Town Council met on February 7, 2024 at 6:00 p.m. in the Town Hall. Members present were council members Mark Pepple, Devin Keener, and Nathan Van Horn; and Clerk-Treasurer, Madalyn Sade-Bartl. Others present were residents Lisa Fensler and Brian Clark; Street/Water Superintendent, Jeremy Hart; and Town Marshal, Dustin Papenbrock.
President Pepple called the meeting to order, welcomed visitors, and led the Pledge of Allegiance. The Clerk called roll. All members were present.
Approval of Minutes- January 17, 2024
Mr. Van Horn made a motion to approve the minutes for January 17, 2024 as presented. President Pepple seconded, and the motion carried 2-0 with Mr. Pepple abstaining.
Approval of Claims:
Claims Vouchers dated February 7, 2024 in the amount of $193,699.57 were presented and approved.
Public Comment:
There were no public comments.
Old Business:
There was no old business.
New Business:
1. Pay Application 1- CCMG Project: Ms. Bartl presented Pay Application 1 for the Pleasant/Mulberry CCMG project. Mr. Keener made a motion to approve Pay Application 1 to API in the amount of $283,458.25. Mr. Van Horn seconded, and the motion carried 3-0.
2. Board of Health Agreement: Ms. Bartl presented an agreement and letter from the Whitley County Board of Health to the Council. The letter stated the State was now mandating Boards of Health have a signed agreement in place with local entities. The Council reviewed the agreement and Mr. Van Horn made a motion to accept and sign the agreement as presented. Mr. Keener seconded, and the motion carried 3-0.
Department Reports:
Jeremy Hart, Town Supervisor:
Mr. Hart presented the attached report.
Bob Gray, Wastewater Treatment Plant Supervisor:
Mr. Gray was not present.
Dustin Papenbrock, Town Marshall:
Mr. Papenbrock stated everything was running smoothly although the department was still plagued by vehicle issues.
Rick Krider, Park Superintendent:
Mr. Krider was not present.
Andy Boxberger, Town Attorney:
Mr. Boxberger was not present.
Council Reports:
Mark Pepple:
Mr. Pepple had nothing to report.
Devin Keener:
Mr. Keener had nothing to report.
Nathan Van Horn:
Mr. Van Horn stated he was meeting with representatives from the Legion later in the week to discuss Hometown Heroes banners.
Madalyn Sade-Bartl:
Ms. Sade-Bartl presented the attached report.
Having no other business and after all proper papers were signed, President Pepple adjourned the regular meeting.
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Council President, Mark Pepple
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Council Member, Devin Keener
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Council Member, Nathan Van Horn
ATTEST:
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Madalyn Sade-Bartl, Clerk-Treasurer
