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VILLAGE OF CAMERON REGULAR BOARD MEETING
MONDAY, FEBRUARY 12, 2024
6:00 P.M.
CAMERON VILLAGE HALL
300 N. 1st MAIN STREET
The Cameron Village Board met in regular session on Monday, February 12, 2024 at 6:00 p.m. at the Cameron Village Hall. Members present: Randy Hill, Jessica Larson, Dylan Bahr, Steve Johnson, Dave Ebner, and Russ Hulback presiding. Absent: Ben Hester.
Also present: Amy Kelsey, Theresa Anderson, Kathy Krug, Adam Steffen, Josh Low, Bill Koepp and Jaden Ebert.
The minutes of the January 8, 2024 regular meeting and February 5, 2024 special meeting were mailed out prior to the meeting. Steve Johnson moved to approve the minutes of the January 8, 2024 regular meeting and February 5, 2024 special meeting as presented, second Jessica Larson. Carried 6-0.
The February payables were presented in printed form. Dave Ebner moved to approve the payment of the February payables with the additions, second Dylan Bahr. Carried 6-0
APPEARANCES:
Public Comment: There were no public comments.
Bill Koepp reported that progress is slow on the new homes being built. It was discovered that the Frito Lay building is six feet too close to their property line, and Bill suggested they apply for a variance or approve it as non-compliant structure. Bill also reported that assessment will have to be raised again this year so the Village stays in compliance with the State.
Jaden Ebert submitted his written report and added that they have been going door to door doing surveys asking things such as age of home and water line material. This is all being done to satisfy DNR reporting.
The street committee was able to obtain two quotes for the replacement of the overhead doors on the garage at the Village Hall. After the quotes were discussed, the board consented to table the quotes until they figure out exactly what will done with the food pantry project.
Adam Steffen reported that the chiefs conference in Wisconsin Dells he just attended was okay, but not really geared towards small departments, so he probably won’t be attending that one again for a while. Adam stated that there have been a few days lately where there wasn’t any coverage, but he is getting more help from part-timers no. Adam also reported that the young cadet is doing well so far.
Josh Low, from Ehlers appeared before the board and gave a presentation on the Village’s debt overview and financing options. The board is considering debt financing for street reconstruction, building maintenance and purchase of a front-end loader and dump truck, with total project cost of approximately 2 million dollars.
Bartender license application for Chelcy K. Nelson was presented for approval. Russ Hulback moved to approve the bartender license for Chelcy K. Nelson, provided all criteria have been met, second Dylan Bahr. Carried 6-0
OLD BUSINESS
Russ Hulback reported that they have not yet received the quote for the renovation of the food pantry but should have it soon.
NEW BUSINESS
At the November, 2023 board meeting, the board approved spending up to $1,900 to replace the defibrillator at the Community Center, but after further research, the total cost will be $2,258. Dave Ebner moved to approve spending and additional $400 (total of $2,300) for a defibrillator at the Community Center, second Randy Hill. Carried 6-0
At 7:23 p.m. roll call was taken to go into closed session according to State Statute 19:85 (1)(c) for consideration of employment, promotion, compensation or performance evaluation data of any public employee subject to the jurisdiction or authority of governing body: Randy – yes, Dave – yes, Steve – yes, Russell – yes, Jessica – yes, Dylan - yes.
At 8:24 pm Randy Hill moved to go back into Open Session, second Dave Ebner. Carried 6-0
Russ Hulback moved to approve the recommendation of the personnel committee, second Randy Hill. Carried 5-1 (Dylan voting against)
At 8:25 Steve Johnson moved to adjourn the meeting, second Russ Hulback. Carried 6-0