Meeting Minutes of March 13, 1990
The meeting was called to order at 7:00 pm by Chairman Walter Brieschke. The roll was called. Present were Mr. William Hardenbergh, Mr. Vern Cornell, Mr. Richard Parrish, Mr. Douglas Mayer, and Mr. Walter Brieschke. Miss Phoebe Cox and Mrs. Fran Voss was absent. Employees present were Mrs. Becky Roberts and Mr. Walter Butler.
Minutes of the February 13, 1990 meeting were approved with the correction of misspelled delinquent in paragraph 7.
Customer Requests: Mr. Jerry Burton proposed line extension on Sheppard Lane: We have received approval from the City of Carbondale in a letter dated March 7, 1990.
The trailer that was reported as having been moved onto some property on Old Cobden Road is on the property of Mr. Jack Musgrave, who is tap #135. Mrs. Musgrave informed Mrs. Roberts over the phone on March 7, 1990, that there is no water hooked up to the trailer, and when water is needed, BPWD will be informed by them. She will send this in writing with her water bill payment.
Customer Requests: Mr. Robert Hafeman, tap #78A, requested to make a downpayment of $100.00 on the overdue bill from previous owner and the rest in 10 equal monthly installments. There was no objections, and Mr. Brieschke will talk with them for the final details of the agreement.
Mr. Cornell will draft a proposal for discussion on customers making payments at the Board Meeting and what to do if the Treasurer was not present to accept the payment.
The Secretary/Treasurer report was read and accepted.
The Financial Report was read and accepted. A new pump was just purchased, and it was recommended that if there is not enough money in the Fund Account to cover this expense, it should be taken out of the Depreciation account.
Payment of Bills: The bills were presented in the amount of $9,631.65. Mr. Hardenbergh made a motion to pay the bills as submitted and Mr. Parrish seconded the motion. Roll call vote: Mr. Mayer – yes, Mr. Hardenbergh – yes, Mr. Cornell – yes, Mr. Parrish – yes, Mr. Brieschke – yes. Motion passed. Mr. Parrish recommended that the Directors and Officers Insurance Policy be put out for bid before next premium is due.
Pollution Problem: The results of the extra testing has not been received as of this date.
Water Supply Operator Report: Mr. Butler reported that the pumps have been pumping longer, and he does not know why.
Pump Station Status: Mr. Butler has completed the work and BPWD has a signed copy of the permit from Danny Williams stating that it has been inspected by him and is acceptable dated 2/20/90.
Pressure Station #3: BPWD is in receipt of the inspection from IDOT in a letter dated February 21, 1990, stated that the station was inspected on 2/7/90 and is approved.
Southern Illinois Amateur Radio Society: They have informed BPWD that they will be taking out the phone in the WST. Our automatic dialer which signals when an overflow is happening is dependent on the use of the phone. They will leave it if BPWD wants to reimburse them approximately $28.00 a month. Mr. Mayer made a motion to keep the phone and reimburse SIARS for up to a 4 month period. Seconded by Mr. Parrish. Roll call vote: Mr. Mayer – yes, Mr. Hardenbergh – yes, Mr. Cornell – yes, Mr. Parrish – yes, Mr. Brieschke – yes. Motion passed.
Copier Service Agreement: This was approved with the payment of the bills in the amount of $150.00 per year beginning 3/19/90 through 3/18/91.
Makanda TWP Fire Department – Ron Herter flow tests for insurance: There has been no communication on this.
South Highway Dispute: Ms. Carol Eaton JD/CPA: Ms. Eaton has informed Mr. Brieschke that she will be resigning from the case due to personal conflicts of interest. She will provide BPWD with a lengthy report on the subject. Mr. Mayer will contact Mr. Herb McMeen and set up a meeting if he would be interested.
Audit Status: Mr. Manis informed Mrs. Roberts that the audit is 80% complete and will be completed before the next Board Meeting.
Village of Makanda: This was discussed and will be taken off of the agenda because of lack of response from the Village of Makanda.
Cross Connection Ordinance: The final draft was sent to EPA and was approved in the letter dated 2/27/90. Final copies are to be sent to Springfield and Marion EPA offices.
Statement of Economic Interest: Due to respective Co. Clerks by April 30, 1990. Mrs. Roberts will get forms and send out to Board Members along with minutes.
City of Carbondale: In a letter dated 3/4/90, Carbondale Water Plant requested a list of BWPD water rates. This was sent in to them.
Old Meter Repairs/New Meters: Mrs. Roberts has been calling for prices for rebuilding Rockwell meters vs buying new Badger Meters. New Badger meters can be purchased from Midwest Meter Repair for $27.50 and it will cost approximately $45.00 to repair our old Rockwell meters. Mrs. Roberts is to call IRWA and Rockwell Company to find out prices from them.
The monthly meeting adjourned by motion of Mr. Mayer and seconded by Mr. Parrish. Voice vote – all yes. Meeting adjourned at 8:04 pm.