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June 17, 2026 Village Board Meeting
Published: Jun 17, 2026
Fire Department Excess Equipment Approved for Sale
The council approved the sale of excess equipment from the fire department, as proposed by Tim. This action allows for the disposal of unneeded items.
Nick Hamilton Honeyfield Appointed to Planning Board
The council approved the hiring of Nick Hamilton Honeyfield for the Planning Board. No further details regarding his qualifications or the board's specific needs were provided in this section.
Cemetery Improvements Underway with Headstone Cleaning Demo and Fence Repairs
Casey reported on upcoming events and DPW actions. A headstone cleaning demonstration will occur on Friday at 9:30 a.m. at Silus Wright Cemetery, led by county historian Nancy Lever. The DPW has repaired fences and installed new railings at the cemetery, improving its appearance. The Rotary club plans to contribute funds and effort to this area. Additionally, there's a discussion about taking over maintenance of the cemetery, including mowing. The wood on the fence is pressure-treated and requires drying before painting, which could take up to a year depending on weather conditions.
Deon Robert Hired as DPW Laborer Pending Medical and CDL Endorsement
The council approved the hiring of Deon Robert as a DPW laborer, pending his medical evaluation and completion of an air break endorsement for his CDL. Robert has experience in tree service and construction, which is expected to be beneficial. The proposed start date is the 29th of the month, which is a Monday.
Council Approves Hiring of Full-Time DPW Laborer and Summer Recreation Staff
The council approved the hiring of Christopher Jaco as a full-time laborer in the Department of Public Works (DPW) at a starting wage of $19 per hour. Jaco has experience in construction. Additionally, several individuals were approved as recreation attendants at $16 per hour for the summer. The board expressed excitement about Jaco's hiring, anticipating that his experience will improve the department's operations. The anticipated start date for Jaco is around the 30th of the month.
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