April election decisions involve streets improvement discussion at Burlington Jct. council

On November 12, the Burlington Jct. City Council began speaking to the towns streets future improvements.

The discussion was prompted when City Secretary Angie Lightner gave an Municipal Election timeline for aldermen position filings and a renewal of the street levy.

The present street levy of 30 per $100 assessed valuation amounts to $10,085 annually, if all taxes are paid, which is used for chip and seal and other maintenance issues. The council by consensus decided to put that issue on the ballot. More discussion will come at the December meeting about street improvements, which would require additional funding.

Other issues addressed:

Brad Mather, Midwest Trophy owner, spoke again with the council about his buildings weatherization needs due to the citys demolition of an adjoining building several years ago. He will get estimates of a metal siding and installation and bring back to the council. The council members spoke about what the citys responsibility is and tabled any decisions.

Lightner reported on the towns finances with the bond payment made this month, also completed the audit, should have tax dollars coming in December and January and McLiney & Co. will be at the December meeting.

Council adjusted one time a water bill for Mike Hogan crediting the account $85.22.

Christmas festivities were reviewed, Santas arrival at the Legion Community Building 10 am, Saturday, December 20 and the council voted to increase the children coupons from $2 to $3. Also for the children, there will be seasonal coloring papers which can be picked up at the local business that will be displayed after the art piece is finished.

Council decided to give employees a Christmas bonus.

Tabled any review of animal, weed and nuisances ordinances with the subjects to be revisited prior to Spring 2015.

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April election decisions involve streets improvement discussion at Burlington Jct. council