The meeting was called to order by Mayor Richard Wetzel at 7:00 P.M.

Roll Call: Kathy Smedley – Present
Tim Matheney – Present
Ronnie Shaw – Present
Randy Cunningham – Present
Tonya Mayle – Present
Barbiel Saunders – Present

Bob Grove, Administrator – Present

Pledge was repeated by all.

Visitors present: John Kearns, Tim Scholl, Brenda James, Stan Triplet

The minutes were presented for the regular November 6, 2006 meeting. Motion to accept minutes was made by Kathy Smedley, seconded by Randy Cunningham

In favor: ALL

Motion carried.

Income and expenses were presented by the Clerk-Treasurer. Motion to pay expenses was made by Tim Matheney, seconded by Ron Shaw.
Clerk’s Report: Gary Shook, who lost his home in a fire, has been in to inquire about any Building Codes in the village. Does the front door have to face the street? Council response that there can not be a trailer placed in the village. Sewer has to meet County Codes. Just found out from state auditor that all interest goes into the General Fund. This will help out. Water System Total Report is being generated again. Motion to accepted the Clerk’s Report made by Kathy Smedley, seconded by Tim Matheney.

In favor: ALL

Motion carried.

The Village Administrator reported: Requested $1,500. from the water fund to support Broadband which will help also with the water telemetry system. First National Bank made that donation of $1,500. to the Broadband Fund.
Motion to accept the Village Administrator’s Report was made by Ron Shaw, seconded by Kathy Smedley

In favor: ALL

Motion Carried

Temporary Appropriation Ordinance 2006-12 for first quarter of 2007 was presented by Village Clerk. It was reviewed by council members. Motion to accept Temporary Appropriation Ordinance 2006-12 was made by Kathy Smedley, seconded by Tim Matheney.

In favor: ALL

Motion Carried.

Brenda James from James Insurance Co. presented the proposal for 2007 coverage thru Public Entities Pool. Discussion of possible changes followed. Acknowledging that the changes were in our best interest, we ask Brenda to make changes and submit paperwork before deadline of January 10, 2007. Motion by Kathy Smedley, seconded by Randy Cunningham.

In favor: ALL

Motion Carried.

John Kearns and Tim Scholl from First National Bank, our new bank, were Welcomed to the meeting and our community. They generously donated the $1,500. for the Broadband as mentioned in the Administrators report. Then they continued to honor us with a pledge of $1,500. for the next 5 years to be divided at $500. for the Theater, $500. for the MCRC and $500. for the Park. This was such a surprise we were almost speechless. But we managed to say a “Thank You!”

Report of Law Enforcement Committee, Seven letters were mailed and some responses and action has been taken. Joe Strassman wants an apology, what is on his porch is private property. Family of Mary Mayle has indicated she has been upset about the letter. I will send her a response letter. Stan Triplet and others will need more time but will respond after the 1st of the year. Gary Lee Mayle has made improvements. A second notice by registered mail will be sent to those who have not responded.

Ordinance 2006-12-4 for Truck Parking in the village was presented, reviewed and revised as an emergency Ordinance. Motion by Barbiel Saunders, seconded by Tonya Mayle.

In favor: ALL

Motion Carried.

Committee reports:
Parks and Recreation: Stan Triplet, The Extravaganza Group honored us with $2000 for playground equipment. We should work with Ace Hardware and get the equipment at cost. Walking track is holding up well with the change of the weather. Can Benches be stored at village hall? Yes. Fundraisers can now be held at the MCRC. A Euchre tournament is planned for Dec. 16 at noon and a Texas Holdem is planned for Dec. 30 starting at noon also. Flyers will appear immediately for the Euchre and soon for the Texas Holdem. Ribbon should be placed around the wood pile outside the MCRC. Mike Tigner wants to cut fence behind the building. This should be done with the approval of the Village Administrator. And cost to replace the fence shared 50/50.

MCRC, Tonya Mayle, Rick Fox has donated another furnace that is now installed. The chimney is finished and 1st rate. Expenses were turned in and discussed. A spreadsheet will be developed for MCRC to turn into Council on a monthly basis. Meeting will be Tues. 12-5-2006 at 7 pm in the MCRC.

Theater, Clerk announced, December 9th will be Santa Claus at 6 pm and Otis Crockron and Banners of Praise at 7 pm.

Old Business:
* Councilwoman Barbiel presented samples of the lettering for the village hall sign. Cost of materials were discussed. She will get more information and return to council next month. She is working with Gary Able at Morgan High School.

New Business:
None

Mayor’sReport:
Mike Tigner has a pond just across the fence. We should look into a 6 foot fence.

President Kathy Smedley asked if any more business to come before council and for motion to adjourn. Motion by Randy Cunningham, seconded by Tonya Mayle.

Meeting Adjourned at 8:35 P.M.

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Mayor Richard Wetzel

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Kaye Appleman-   Clerk-Treasurer