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Village of Hinckley Village Board met March 18.

Here is the minutes provided by the board:

CALL BOARD MEETING TO ORDER: Meeting was called to order by Village President Nancy Nelson at 7:00 PM. Roll call was taken showing the following:

Present: Trustees Christine Clark, Lou Manivong, and Mike Constant. Quorum Established.

Absent: None.

Also Present: Village Clerk Elizabeth Losiniecki, Chief Gettemy, Attorney Josef Kurlinkus, Charles Riforgiate, Walter Rainford, and Members of the Public.

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: The pledge to the flag was recited. PUBLIC COMMENT on Agenda Items Scheduled for Action Only

None.

6. PRESIDENT’S REPORT

6.1. Appointment of Walter Rainford to fill vacancy in position of Village Trustee

Committee Assignment: Buildings, Grounds & Parks

Trustee Manivong moved to approve the appointment of Walter Rainford to fill a vacant Village Trustee position and Trustee Clark seconded the motion. Roll call vote: Constant-Aye, Clark-Aye, Manivong-Aye, Nelson-Aye. Motion carried. Village President Nelson administered the oath of office to Walter Rainford.

6.2. Appointment of Chuck Riforgiate to fill Village Trustee vacancy in position of Village Trustee Committee Assignment: Streets & Alleys

Trustee Clark moved to approve the appointment of Chuck Riforgiate to fill a vacant Village Trustee positon and Trustee Manivong seconded the motion. Roll call vote: Constant-Aye, Clark-Aye, Manivong-Aye, Rainford-Aye. Motion carried. Village President Nelson administered the oath of office to Chuck Riforgiate.

6.3. Guest Presentation: Jennifer Klambauer - 60520 Committee

Jennifer Klambauer, representative from the 60520 Committee, provided an overview of the plans for June 5, 2020 (60520 day, also known as zip code day). This will be a day-long celebration featuring all things “Hinckley.” Potential events include: sales, raffles, partial unveiling of the Harvesting Our Future mosaic, and street dance. There will also be a commemorative stamp that can be canceled at the local post office on that day. The stamp was designed by local resident, Ardith Trumpy. The committee is looking to engage the support of local businesses, individuals, police department, and others. The will seek approval to close two streets for the street dance. They would like the Village of Hinckley to consider donating trash and recycling bins (and collection) for the event.

Village President Nelson asked how quickly the committee needed an answer regarding street closures and Klambauer indicated as soon as possible. Nelson committed to have the request on the next Regular Board Meeting agenda.

7. GENERAL BUSINESS

7.1. Approval of Regular Board Meeting Minutes from January 27, 2020

Trustee Constant moved to approve the 01/27/20 Regular Board Meeting minutes and Trustee Manivong seconded the motion. Roll Call Vote: Clark-Aye, Constant-Aye, Manivong-Aye, Rainford- Aye, Riforgiate-Abstain. Motion carried. Trustee Constant asked why the 01/27/20 Committee of the Whole meeting minutes were not up for approval and Attorney Kurlinkus stated that they will be approved at the next Committee of the Whole meeting.

7.2. Approval of Payment of Invoices Due/Payment of Bills

Trustee Manivong moved to approve the invoices that were paid for 02/24/20 and 03/09/20 accounts payable runs and Trustee Rainford seconded the motion. Trustee Constant asked why the Board was being asked to approve something that already happened. Attorney Kurlinkus stated that the Board was voting to ratify what President Nelson had approved. Trustee Constant asked what provision exists to allow for that to happen and Kurlinkus stated that Nelson is granted those powers by virtue of having been elected as the Chief Executive Officer of the Municipality. Trustee Constant asked again, where that authority is stated and Kurlinkus responded that it’s in the Illinois Municipal Code. Roll call vote: Clark –Abstain, Manivong-Aye, Constant-Aye, Rainford-Aye, Riforgiate-Abstain, Nelson-Aye. Motion carried.

8. MOTIONSANDRESOLUTIONS

8.1. Approval of Ordinance 2020-03, vacating the alley located west of May Street and east of Garfield Street in block 6 of the original Village of Hinckley

Trustee Constant stated that his understanding is that all moneys associated with this agenda item have been paid and that all that’s left to do is approve this ordinance and Kurlinkus concurred. Trustee Constant moved to approve Ordinance 2020-03 and Trustee Clark seconded the motion. Roll call vote: Constant-Aye, Clark-Aye, Manivong-Aye, Rainford-Aye, Riforgiate-Abstain. Motion carried.

8.2. Approval of Ordinance 2020-04, amending Chapter 42 of the Village Code of Ordinances to establish an administrative bail processing fee

Trustee Constant asked what the fee will be and Kurlinkus stated $20.00, per State Statute. Trustee Manivong moved to approve Ordinance 2020-04 and Trustee Constant seconded the motion. Roll call vote: Constant-Aye, Clark-Aye, Manivong-Aye, Rainford-Aye, Riforgiate-Aye. Motion carried.

8.3. Approval of the Village of Hinckley donating $500.00 to the DeKalb County Economic Development Corporation.

Trustee Constant moved to approve the donation of $500.00 to the DeKalb County Economic Development Corporation and Trustee Manivong seconded the motion. Roll call vote: Constant-Aye, Clark-Aye, Manivong-Aye, Rainford-Aye, Riforgiate-Aye. Motion carried.

8.4. Approval to enter into an agreement for street light junction box repairs for an amount not to Exceed $4,500.00.

Village President Nelson suggested holding this item over until the next Regular Board meeting as a formal quote had not yet been received. Trustee Manivong moved to hold this item over and Trustee Riforgiate seconded the motion. Roll call vote: Constant-Aye, Clark-Aye, Manivong-Aye, Rainford- Aye, Riforgiate-Aye. Motion carried.

8.5. Approval to enter into an agreement with Gasvoda & Associates for the overhaul of 2nd S&L pump – not to exceed $3675.00.

Trustee Clark pointed out that the quote was not on letterhead and Clerk Losiniecki stated that the quote had come via email and therefore, no letterhead. Trustee Manivong moved to approve the overhaul of the pump and Trustee Clark seconded the motion. Roll call vote: Constant-Aye, Clark- Aye, Manivong-Aye, Rainford-Aye, Riforgiate-Aye. Motion carried.

PUBLIC COMMENT

Jennifer Klambauer stated that (in light of the Covid 19 outbreak) Sheridan is offering grocery delivery for seniors via volunteers.

OPEN DISCUSSION

Trustee Manivong stated that a resident had asked him if water bills could be delayed or penalties waived. Attorney Kurlinkus stated that the emergency powers ordinance that will be considered at the 03/23/20 Regular Board Meeting with cover those questions. President stated that she is considering closing the Village Hall due to Covid 19 concerns. Police Chief Gettemy stated that there are protocols and procedures in place for the police departments.

Trustee Riforgiate asked if the Village Hall could be closed to the public and Kurlinkus stated that it will be covered in the emergency orders ordinance at the next meeting. Nelson stated that the Village Hall will be closed on 03/19/20 and 03/20/20 due to previously planned vacation time. Riforgiate stated that the decision to close the Village Hall needs to be able to be made prior to the next meeting. He asked if there is a policy in place for Village employees and Nelson stated that there is not. Riforgiate stated that a policy for employees needs to be put in place now, not tomorrow.

President Nelson stated that she has gotten some questions from residents regarding the potential imposition of a curfew and Chief Gettemy stated that it is not necessary at this time, especially with all of the bars closed. Nelson asked (reminded) those present to do what they can to help support local businesses during this uncertain time.

Attorney Kurlinkus stated that remote meetings are also authorized right now via Illinois Governor, J.B. Pritzker’s executive order.

ADJOURMENT

Motion: Trustee Constant moved to adjourn the meeting at 7:37pm. Trustee Manivong seconded the motion. Voice Vote: All members voted yes. Motion carried.

The next Regular Meeting of the Village Board is scheduled for March 23, 2020.

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