CITY OF RIVER BLUFF
MAYOR-COMMISSION BOARD
MINUTES OF NOVEMBER 22, 2022
The Mayor-Commission Board for the City of River Bluff met on November 22, 2022 at the Grace & Glory Lutheran Church (formerly New Goshen Presbyterian Church) at 7:30PM.
Attendees:
Residents: Paulette Bryant
Board members Present: Mayor Dillon, Charlie Gilson, Lynn Grossman, James Coke
Board members absent: Bill Bell
Appointed Official: Katie Buhts, Clerk
Other Guests: Allison Banks, OCPD
OCPD Report
Officer Banks reported that during the previous weeks there was no new activity in the area to report. Residents need to be mindful to close their garage, lock vehicles and bring packages indoors.
Questions/Comments from Residents – None at this time.
Minutes – The October 2022 minutes were approved as sent.
Treasurer’s Report – The October 2022 treasurers report was approved as presented.
Old Business
Community Pride
Commissioner Lynn Grossman stated that deer had eaten the front island pansies causing an issue. At this time, all members agreed that nothing should be done until spring.
Mrs. Grossman provided three bids for chemical lawn treatment for the 2023 calendar year After much discussion regarding the services offered, the board agreed that Simply Green was the best choice for our City.
Charlie Gilson motioned to approve the proposal for Simply Green for 2023. James Coke seconded.
Rollcall Vote
Voting Yea: Bryan Dillon, James Coke, Charles Gilson, Lynn Grossman
Voting Nay: None.
This motion passed by unanimous vote. Mrs. Grossman will proceed with Simply Green in the upcoming year.
Drainage Issues
Commissioner Charlie Gilson provided an update on the state of the project at Ivan Nibur’s home on Creekview Road. The Apple Tree project is much larger than initially anticipated. To proceed with this project, Charlie Gilson will coordinate with John Turner for the scope of the project and Katie Buhts will assist with the administrative side of a grant submission to hopefully offset the expense to the City.
Nuisance Ordinance Katie Buhts received several comments from concerned residents about the ongoing nuisance from motorbikes on private property. Discussion took place and the board once again agreed that no action should be taken.
Other Old Business – Mayor Bryan Dillon discussed the annexation. At this time, no action is required as there has been no progress with the development.
Accounts Payable
Katie Buhts presented the following expenditures:
931.50 to Stoll Keenon Ogden
$5000 to Paul Maddox for the annual audit.
40 Patrol Hours at $50/hour for OCPD
After reviewing the charges, Mayor Dillon requested more detail from Stoll Keenon Ogden for their hourly billing.
Lynn Grossman motioned to approve the audit expense and the continued OCPD patrols for January; Charlie Gilson seconded.
Rollcall Vote
Voting Yea: Bryan Dillon, James Coke, Charles Gilson, Lynn Grossman
Voting Nay: None.
This motion passed by unanimous vote.
Other New Business
The board discussed the second annual holiday light’s contest. It was decided that three categories (Best Colorful, Best Traditional and Best Overall) would receive a yard sign and $50 Amazon gift card.
James Coke motioned to approve the expenditure of $180 for three yard signs and three gift cards; Charlie Gilson seconded.
Rollcall Vote
Voting Yea: Bryan Dillon, James Coke, Charles Gilson, Lynn Grossman
Voting Nay: None.
This motion passed by unanimous vote.
The board discussed the Clerk’s current monthly rate. Beginning in December, the rate will increase from $825 to $925/month.
James Coke Motioned to approve this increase; Charlie Gilson seconded the motion.
Rollcall Vote
Voting Yea: Bryan Dillon, James Coke, Charles Gilson, Lynn Grossman
Voting Nay: None.
This motion passed by unanimous vote.
Adjournment.
Commissioner Lynn Grossman motioned to adjourn the meeting. Charlie Gilson seconded the motion.
Rollcall Vote
Voting Yea: Bryan Dillon, James Coke, Charles Gilson, Lynn Grossman
Voting Nay: None.
This motion passed by unanimous vote.
The meeting was adjourned.
Respectfully submitted, Katie Buhts, City Clerk ______________________
Attested: Bryan Dillon, Mayor________________________________