Thu, 01 May 2025 06:08:07 -0700WeeblyWed, 30 Apr 2025 07:00:00 GMThttp://villageofsidney.com/meeting-minutes-and-notifications/village-of-sidney-notice-of-special-meeting-meeting-agenda8380989​NOTICE is hereby given that there will be a special meeting of the Board of Trustees for the Village of Sidney, Illinois to be held on Wednesday April 30, 2025 at 7:00 p.m. in the Village Hall located at 211 E. Main Street Sidney, Illinois with the purpose of the meeting to abide by the following agenda:
AGENDA
 
 

1. Call Meeting to Order

 

1. Ro11 Call

 

1. Comments from the public

 

1. Interview with Maintenance Supervisor Applicant

 

1. Discussion of the employment, compensation and performance of one or more specific Village employees.

Note the Village Board may go into executive session pursuant to this motion which will be approved by roll call vote: Motion to enter into executive session for the limited purpose of discussing the employment, compensation and performance of one or more specific Village employees pursuant to 5 ILCS 120/1 (c) (1).

1. Adjournment.

 
THIS WILL BE A SPECIAL MEETING. THE PUBLIC IS WELCOME TO COMMENT ABOUT ANY MATTER DURING PUBLIC COMMENT, BUT THE BOARD IS LIMITED TO ONLY DISCUSSING ITEMS LISTED ON THE AGENDA.



 
 
This notice should be distributed to the President and members of the Board of Trustees, posted at the Village Hall, and distributed to registered members of the press at least 48 hours prior to 7:00 p.m. April 28, 2025.
]]>Thu, 24 Apr 2025 01:59:46 GMThttp://villageofsidney.com/meeting-minutes-and-notifications/village-of-sidney-notice-of-special-meeting-meeting-agenda3719033​NOTICE is hereby given that there will be a special meeting of the Board of Trustees for the Village of Sidney, Illinois to be held on Wednesday April 23, 2025 at 7:00 p.m. in the Village Hall located at 211 E. Main Street Sidney, Illinois with the purpose of the meeting to abide by the following agenda:
AGENDA
 
I.        Call Meeting to Order
 
II          Ro11 Call
 

1. Comments from the public

 

1. Updates to the Employee Policy Handbook

 

1. Discussion of the employment, compensation and perfom1ance of one or more specific Village employees.

Note the Village Board may go into executive session pursuant to this motion which will be approved by roll call vote: Motion to enter into executive session for the limited purpose of discussing the employment, compensation and performance of one or more specific Village employees pursuant to 5 ILCS 120/1 (c) (1).

1. Adjournment.

 
 
THIS WILL BE A SPECIAL MEETING. THE PUBLIC IS WELCOME TO COMMENT ABOUT ANY MATTER DURING PUBLIC COMMENT BUT THE BOARD IS LIMITED TO ONLY DISCUSSING ITEMS LISTED ON THE AGENDA.



 
This notice should be distributed to the President and members of the Board of Trustees, posted at the Village Hall, and distributed to registered members of the press at least 48 hours prior to 7:00
p.m. April 23, 2025.
]]>Wed, 16 Apr 2025 07:00:00 GMThttp://villageofsidney.com/meeting-minutes-and-notifications/village-of-sidney-notice-of-special-meeting-meeting-agenda8110951​NOTICE is hereby given that there will be a special meeting of the Board of Trustees for the Village of Sidney, Illinois to be held on Wednesday April 16, 2025 at 6:30 p.m. in the Village Hall located at 211 E. Main Street Sidney, Illinois with the purpose of the meeting to abide by the following agenda:
AGENDA
 
 

1. Call Meeting to Order

 
 

1. Roll Call

 
 

1. Comments from the public

 
 
 
 

1. Discussion of the employment, compensation and performance of one or more specific Village employees.

Note the Village Board may go into executive session pursuant to this motion which will be approved by roll call vote: Motion to enter into executive session for the limited purpose of discussing the employment, compensation and performance of one or more specific Village employees pursuant to 5 ILCS 120/1 (c) (1).

1. Adjournment.

 
 
THIS WILL BE A SPECIAL MEETING. THE PUBLIC IS WELCOME TO COMMENT ABOUT ANY MATTER DURING PUBLIC COMMENT BUT THE BOARD IS LIMITED TO ONLY DISCUSSING ITEMS LISTED ON THE AGENDA.
]]>Mon, 07 Apr 2025 07:00:00 GMThttp://villageofsidney.com/meeting-minutes-and-notifications/village-of-sidney-board-of-trustees-meeting-april-7-2025-700pm​Call to Order:
Pledge of Allegiance:
Public Comments:
 
Approve Minutes:
 

• March 3, 2025
• March 13, 2025

President Arrasmith's Comments:
 

• Review Maintenance Supervisor applications
• Approve Ordinance regulating dangerous trees Attorney's Comments:

Maintenance Comments:

• Dumpster Approval for spring dumpster day, April 26, 2025
• Discuss replacement/repair of string lights downtown Finance:
• Approval of monthly bills
• CD maturing 4/19/2025 - approve renewal Streets and Alleys:
• 2025 Oil and Chip Water and Drainage:

Public Property:

• Tree removal at 301 E. Byron Street
• Permits
• Victory Park parking
• Christmas tree Parks and Recreation:

Community Development:
 

• Trash follow-up: Approve Ordinance limiting hours of operation for garbage haulers New and Old Business:

Adjourn:
]]>Thu, 13 Mar 2025 07:00:00 GMThttp://villageofsidney.com/meeting-minutes-and-notifications/village-of-sidney-notice-of-special-meeting-meeting-agenda​NOTICE is hereby given that there will be a special meeting of the Board of Trustees for the Village of Sidney, Illinois to be held on THURSDAY March 13, 2025 at 7:30 p.m. in the Village Hall located at 211 E. Main Street Sidney, Illinois with the purpose of the meeting to abide by the following agenda:
AGENDA
 
 

1. Call Meeting to Order

 

1. Roll Call

 

1. Comments from the public

 

1. Consideration of the purchase of trees to be planted in the Village limits.

 

1. Discussion of the employment, compensation and performance of one or more specific Village employees.

Note the Village Board may go into executive session pursuant to this motion which will be approved by roll call vote: Motion to enter into executive session for the limited purpose of discussing the employment, compensation and performance of one or more specific Village employees pursuant to 5 ILCS 120/1 (c) (1).

1. Adjournment.

 
 
THIS WILL BE A SPECIAL MEETING. THE PUBLIC IS WELCOME TO COMMENT ABOUT ANY MATTER DURING PUBLIC COMMENT BUT THE BOARD IS LIMITED TO ONLY DISCUSSING ITEMS LISTED ON THE AGEND

A.

This notice should be distributed to the President and members of the Board of Trustees, posted at the Village Hall, and distributed to registered members of the press at least 48 hours prior to 7:30 p.m. March 13, 2025.
]]>Thu, 13 Mar 2025 07:00:00 GMThttp://villageofsidney.com/meeting-minutes-and-notifications/village-of-sidney-board-of-trustees-meeting-special-meeting-march-13-2025The Village of Sidney Board met on the above date for a Special Meeting. The meeting was opened at 7:30pm. There was no pledge of allegiance. President called the meeting to order. The following Trustees were present: Dan Gadeken, Tyler Bickers, Donna Hooker, Leroy Schluter, Bret Harris and Matt Laurent. Also present were Clerk Ashley Reinhart and Attorney Marc Miller.
Public Comments:Nothing to report.
Consideration of the purchase of trees planted in the Village limits:Trustee Bickers reported he would like purchase at least 20 trees for the Village. Adding he would like to see some placed on resident property. The cost of the trees would be $440 per tree planted if 20 or less are purchased. If the Village were to purchase more than 20 the price would go down. $420 per tree planted if more than 20 are purchased and $400 per tree planted if more than 30 are purchased. Bags and stakes from the last tree planting will be reused. Trustee Bickers made a motion to approve up to $9,000 to purchase trees.
Trustee Gadeken seconded the motion, the motion then carried with all ayes on a roll call vote.
Discussion of employment, compensation and performance of one or more specific Village employees:President Arrasmith reported the Supervisor-of Operations, Jeff Wyant, put in his two weeks' notice Monday March 10, 2025. He is leaving on good terms and for better pay, he has also offered to help with snow removal as needed. Not much has changed since the last job posting, President Arrasmith suggests moving the residence radius requirement from a 10-mile radius to a 30-mile radius as well as adding the requirement to attend Board meetings. Trustee Bickers agrees the distance should be extended, but believes 30 is too much, 15 would be a better distance. Trustee Schluter inquired if the Village really needed a second maintenance person. After a small discussion, it was decided that a second maintenance employee is needed. President Arrasmith reported the Maintenance Supervisor starting pay was $33.00 without benefits and ending pay was $35.00 per hour.
The Board decided $25-$35 starting pay, based on experience would be offered. Trustee
Bickers inquired if the position would be offered to the current maintenance assistant, President Arrasmith responded he would need to apply if he is interested in the position. Trustee Harris made the motion to approve the job description as presented with the

inclusion of attendance at the monthly Board meetings, compensation of $25-$35 per hour and must live within 15 miles of the Village, preferred but not required. Trustee Gadeken seconded the motion, the motion carried with all ayes on a roll call vote.
Trustee Bickers made a motion to adjourn the meeting. Trustee Gadeken seconded the motion, the motion carried with all ayes on a roll call vote. The meeting was adjourned at 7:55pm.
 
]]>Mon, 03 Mar 2025 08:00:00 GMThttp://villageofsidney.com/meeting-minutes-and-notifications/village-of-sidney-board-oftrustees-meeting-march-3-2025-700pmCall to Order:
 
Pledge of Allegiance:
 
Public Comments:
 
Approve Minutes:
 

• February 3, 2025 President's Arrasmith's Comments:
• Discuss/approve painting estimates for the Village Hall
• Approve Village Meeting Dates for May 2025-April 2026
• Demolition of the old water tower
• Elections April 1st Attorney's Comments:

Jeff Wyant's Comments:
 

• Christmas decorations
• Dumpster Day: last Saturday in April, April 26th Finance:
• Approval of Monthly Bills
• Two CD's maturing, approve renewal Streets and Alleys:

Water and Drainage:
 

• Approve 2025 maintenance policy through J&S Wastewater Systems, Inc. for the library and Village Hall
• Approve alternative wastewater maintenance policy with Dale Shipley Public Property:
• Permits Parks and Recreation:

Community Development:
 

• Trash follow up: Approve Ordinance limiting hours of operation for garbage haulers New and Old Business:

]]>Mon, 03 Mar 2025 08:00:00 GMThttp://villageofsidney.com/meeting-minutes-and-notifications/village-of-sidney-board-of-trustees-meeting-march3-2025​The Village of Sidney Board met on the above date for the regular monthly meeting. The meeting
was opened at 7:00pm with the Pledge of Allegiance. President Arrasmith called the meeting to
order. The following Trustees were present: Dan Gadeken, Donna Hooker, Brett Harris and Matt
Laurent. Trustee Schluter arrived at 7:03pm. Trustee Tyler Bickers was not present. The
Supervisor of Operations, Jeff Wyant, was present. Clerk Reinhart and attorney Marc Miller were
also present.
Public Comments:
Nothing to report.
Approve Minutes:
President Arrasmith requested a motion to approve the minutes from the Sidney Village Board
meeting February 3, 2025. Trustee Hooker made a motion to approve the meeting minutes from
February 3, 2025, meeting. Trustee Laurent seconded the motion, the motion carried with all
ayes on a roll call vote.
President Arrasmith's Comments:
Discuss/approve painting estimates for the Village Hall - Estimates received were Picasso for
$3,790, Clean Cut for $6,723, Precision for $6,747, All Bright for $7,072 and Bickers
Construction for $9,048. President Arrasmith stated there were no negative comments about
Picasso and the work they have done. They will do repairs to the walls where needed and if the
windows need to be caulked the maintenance staff can handle that. Up to
$5,500.00 was approved last month to be spent. Picasso Painting was chosen to complete the
work. President Arrasmith signed the contract, Clerk Reinhart will pass along and schedule.
Meeting Dates for May 2025 -April 2026- President Arrasmith noted a correction needed.
Trustee Schluter made a motion to approve the meeting dates with correction made.
Trustee Laurent seconded the motion. The motion carried with all ayes on a roll call vote.
Demolition of the old water tower- Demolition of the old water tower has been moved from an
April date to Friday March 7, 2025, per the demolition team. Illinois American Water has been in
contact with Clerk Reinhart and Village Maintenance Supervisor Jeff Wyant regarding the
project.

Elections - Consolidated election will be held April 1, 2025. The Village has three Trustee
positions coming to term as well as Village President. The library also has several vacant seats
on the ballot.
Attorney's Comments:
Nothing to report.
Jeff Wyant's Comments:
Jeff opened his comments, letting the Board know he would be out of town March 15-20,
four workdays; Eric will be able to handle.
Christmas Decorations - Decorations are on sale until March 31st• Jeff noted one of the
decorations hung downtown needs replaced. It is old, deteriorating and does not match. The
newer decorations are still in good working order. He would like to purchase at least two
decorations so there is a back-up. Jeff added two of the ten street pole bows need replaced due
to broken wires. Trustee's Hooker and Gadeken suggested purchasing three new pole mount
designs and mixing them with the current snowflakes to add variety. A tree, a wreath and a
stocking were chosen, all pole mount designs. A motion was made by Trustee Harris to approve
up to $2,000 for the three new decorations. Trustee Gadeken seconded the motion, the motion
carried with all ayes on a roll call vote.
Dumpster Day-Jeff inquired if the Board would like to have a spring dumpster day, if so the
last Saturday in April is the 26th• Jeff has already contacted Aaron Fenter to supply a metal trailer
and will call Captain Hook about the dumpsters; eight are usually provided. Approval of the
dumpsters has been moved to next month's meeting.
Jeff closed his comments with his plans for Friday during the water tower demo as he cannot be in
his building. They include sweeping rock and weed eating; he may also watch the demo. All
equipment needed for the day will be moved Thursday.
Finance:
Approval of monthly bills - Trustee Hooker read the financial reports. There were no additional
bills. Trustee Hooker made a motion to approve the monthly bills with no additions. Trustee
Harris seconded the motion, the motion carried with all ayes on a roll call vote.
Two CD's maturing; approve renewal- Trustee Hooker reports that two of the CD's with
Longview bank will come due for renewal soon. Currently the 6-month CD is 4.50% APY with a
4.43% rate and the 12-month is 4.25% APY and 4.18% rate. Trustee Hooker suggests the Village
change the 12-month to a 6-month and leave the 6-month but change the rate.

Both CD's will be 6-month CDs with a 4.50% APY with a 4.43% rate. Trustee Laurent made a
motion to make the adjustments to the CD's. Trustee Harris seconded the motion, the motion
carried with all ayes on a roll call vote.
Streets and Alleys:
Nothing to report.
Water and Drainage:
Approve 2025 maintenance policy with J&S Wastewater Systems, Inc. for the library and the
Village Hall- Board unsure how often J&S Wastewater services the systems. The Board
would like to investigate alternative options.
Approve alternative wastewater maintenance policy with Dale Shipley- Trustee Harris
provided a contract from Dale Shipley to maintenance the wastewater systems at both the
library and Village Hall. He reported Mr. Shipley would maintenance both systems for
$200.00 annually including basic service checks and repairs. Trustee Harris made a motion to
approve the Dale Shipley contract for $200 annually for both systems. Trustee Gadeken
seconded the motion, the motion carried with all ayes on a roll call vote.
Trustee Harris closed his comments reminding Jeff to continue to check drains throughout the
community.
Public Property:
Permits - No permits were issued.
Parks and Recreation:
Trustee Laurent reported there will be two pony teams, one coach pitch and two t-ball teams
this season.
Community Development:
President Arrasmith attempted to reach out to ABC regarding the complaints received by the
Village, they have not answered or returned phone calls. Trustee Schluter suggested the
Village invite trash companies to the next meeting. Clerk Reinhart will draft a letter inviting
feedback about the ordinance from trash companies. The agenda item has been moved to
the next meeting.
Adjourn:

Trustee Gadeken made a motion to adjourn the meeting. Trustee Laurent seconded the
motion, the motion carried with all ayes on a roll call vote. The meeting was adjourned at
7:51pm.]]>Mon, 03 Feb 2025 08:00:00 GMThttp://villageofsidney.com/meeting-minutes-and-notifications/village-of-sidney-board-of-trustees-meeting-february-3-2025​The Village of Sidney Board met on the above date for the regular monthly meeting. The meeting was opened at 7:00pm with the Pledge of Allegiance. President Arrasmith called the meeting to order. The following Trustees were present: Dan Gadeken, Donna Hooker, Leroy Schluter and Matt Laurent. Trustees Tyler Bickers and Bret Harris were not present. The Supervisor of Operations, Jeff Wyant, was present. Clerk Reinhart and Attorney Marc Miller were also present.
Public Comments:Nothing to report.
Approve Minutes:President Arrasmith requested a motion to approve the minutes from the Sidney Village Board meeting January 6, 2025. Trustee Laurent made a motion to approve the meeting minutes from the January 6, 2025, meeting. Trustee Gadeken seconded the motion, the motion carried with all ayes on a roll call vote.
President Arrasmith's Comments:Levy Confirmation - No vote needed; already approved and filed, only signature required. Levy was signed by President Arrasmith and mailed to the County Clerk's office.
Discuss/approve painting estimates for the Village Hall- Three estimates were presented to repair walls, remove adhesive, and repaint portions of the Village Hall interior. Precision Painting $6747.00, Picasso Painting and Restoration Company $3790.00 and Bickers Construction, Inc. for $9548.15. Trustee Laurent would not like to see the Village spend over $5000.00 for the repair work and would like more than three estimates, making a motion to spend up to $5500.00 for the repair work along with the presentation of additional estimates. The motion was followed by a second from Trustee Gadeken and followed by all ayes on a roll call vote. The item has been moved to next month's meeting.
2025 /PWMAN Agreement Documents - Mutual Aid Network for emergencies and assistance on a day-to-day basis. The Village has had this agreement for several years. The Mutual Aid Network has updated its agreement and requires approval of the new agreement. Trustee Schluter made a motion to approve Resolution Number 2025-R-1: A Resolution authorizing an intergovernmental agreement for participation in the Illinois Public Works Mutal Aid Network (IPWMAN). Trustee Laurent seconded the motion, the motion carried with all ayes on a roll call vote.

Attorney's Comments:Nothing to report.
Jeff Wyant's Comments:Jeff reported the boom truck is in the shop because it is leaking transmission fluid. It will be a week or so before they are able to investigate the problem. Jeff will report on it next month.
Finance:Approval of Monthly bills - Trustee Hooker read the financial reports. There were no additional bills. Trustee Hooker made a motion to approve the monthly bills with no additions. Trustee Laurent seconded the motion, the motion carried with all ayes on a roll call vote.
Streets and Alleys:Nothing to report.
Water and Drainage:Wastewater maintenance policy renewal through J&S Wastewater or alternative wastewater maintenance policy through Dale Shipley- Trustee Harris was not present. Agenda items are tabled until next month.
Public Property:Permits - Permits were read by Trustee Gadeken on behalf of Trustee Bickers. Two permits were issued. Permit #797 at 103 Wilsey Lane for a fence in the amount of $50.00 and a Chicken Coop permit for $25.00.
Parks and Recreation:Trustee Laurent announced baseball, softball and T-ball sign-ups will take place this month on February 5, 5-7pm and February 8, 11am-1pm; both dates are at the Village Hall. There have also been fliers passed out and announcements made at the area schools.
Community Development:Trustee Schluter inquired if there was something the Village could do about the recent noise a trash collector is making. Village residents have voiced complaints about the change in pick-up dates and the time in which trash is now being picked up. Attorney Marc Miller stated an Ordinance could be created, adding to the current noise ordinance, but the process would be the same for other ordinance violations; the Village would send a letter of

noncompliance, if they do not remediate the problem the Village could take them to court, but that could get costly. He added there are other towns that have restricted the hours trash can be picked up, but this is also not a problem often voiced. He closed by stating President Arrasmith should call the collector and let them know residents are complaining about the recent changes to their pickup dates and times; the Village may be taking action to attempt to remediate the problem. Trustee Schluter would also like to see more community input on the subject and has asked that the community be informed the Village is aware of the problem, is working to resolve the issue and would like community input.
Trash pick-up regulations will be added to the next meeting.
New and Old Business:
Nothing to report.
Adjourn:
Trustee Schluter made a motion to adjourn. Trustee Laurent seconded the motion, the motion carried with all ayes on a roll call vote. The Village meeting adjourned at 7:24pm.
]]>Mon, 03 Feb 2025 08:00:00 GMThttp://villageofsidney.com/meeting-minutes-and-notifications/village-of-sidney-board-of-trustee-meeting-february-3-2025-700pm​Call to Order:
 
Pledge of Allegiance:
 
Public Comments:
 
Approve Minutes:
 

• January 6, 2025

 
President Arrasmith's Comments:
 

• Levy Confirmation for 2024
• Discuss/approve painting estimates for Village Hall
• 2025 IPWMAN Agreement Documents Attorney's Comments:

Jeff Wyant's Comments:
 
Finance:
 

• Approval of monthly bills Streets and Alleys:

Water and Drainage:
 

• Approve 2025 maintenance policy through J&S Wastewater Systems, Inc. for the library and Village Hall
• Discuss/approve an alternative wastewater maintenance policy with Dale Shipley Public Property:
• Permits

 
Parks and Recreation:
 

• T-ball, baseball, softball signups at Village Hall Wednesday Feb. 5, 5-7pm and Saturday February 8, 11am-1pm

Community Development: New and Old Business: Adjourn:
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