Roll Call: Present: Commissioners Clay Brandt, Tom Follis Kelly Kamlager, Todd Schalinske, Heather Kane-Terhorst and President Darrell Eisenhardt. Absent and excused: Alderman Bob Prailes. Also Present: Larry Gobel, DPW Supervisor. Chairman Eisenhardt indicated that Alderman Prailes would be arriving late.

Chairman Eisenhardt entertained a motion to approve the June 21, 2007 Minutes. Motion to approve made by Commissioner Follis. Seconded by Commissioner Kane-Terhorst. All voted aye, motion carried.

Citizen Comments: None

Aldermanic Report: None

Public Works Reports:
DPW Supervisor, Larry Gobel stated work was completed at Beaumont field.

Mr. Gobel also reported the volleyball court at Riverside Park had been removed. The court had not been used for years and was overgrown with weeds.

Mr. Gobel also reported that his crews would be starting on Nestle Park within the next few weeks replacing the old landscaping with new plantings.

Mr. Gobel also reported his crews were installing a sidewalk next to the retaining wall at Devore Park to allow for easier maintenance.

Old Business:
Tennis Court Striping - Devore Park

Mr. Gobel reported that only two bids were received. Armstrong Enterprises was the lowest bid at $8477.00. Armstrong will also be doing he tennis courts at the high school within the next few weeks and will coordinate the work in conjunction with Devore Park tennis courts.

Playground Equipment - Wagner Park
Larry Gobel met with Tom Follis, Kelly Kamlager and Heather Kane-Terhorst to review the presentations from the June Park Board meeting. The plan recommended was Plan A, submitted by Gerber Leisure Products. The Commissioners also wanted to remove the cascade climber in addition to add a Spring Ring, and change to silver mat trim. Total cost estimated was $1378.00 over original budget amount.

After some discussion, Chairman Eisenhardt entertained a motion to approve the funds for the playground equipment for Wagner Park with a total amount of $21,378.00. Motion to approve made by Commissioner Follis, seconded by Commissioner Kane-Terhorst. All voted aye, motion carried.

Larry Gobel will contact Bob of Gerber Products advising him of their choice and changes to be made, in addition to any cost savings that may be allotted with the changes.

Alderman Prailes arrived at 6:55 P.M.

Review of Quotes/Devore Park Pavilion
Only two quotes had been received by Mr. Gobel for the Devore Park Pavilion. Alderman Prailes indicated that one more bid should be received by Friday and he thought perhaps they should wait for the third bid. The Commissioners were in agreement, and Mr. Gobel, Mr. Prailes and Chairman Eisenhardt would meet Monday, July 23, 2007 at 7:00 A.M. to open all bids and review.

The Commissioners discussed the possibility of getting the project started this year and will work with the lowest bidder to see what can be done yet this year to allow holding the price as quoted. DPW crews will be doing the concrete work in addition to the demolition of the old structure prior to the contractual work being started.

The Commissioners discussed which service clubs would be donating funds this year towards the project. The Rotary has committed to $3000.00. Chairman Eisenhardt indicated the Lions Club had not budgeted the item for this year, nor next, but that did not mean a donation could not be made. This to be discussed further at the August Park Board Meeting, once bids have been received.

Other Items:
Commissioner Follis stated he had a picnic at Riverside Park recently with approximately 200 people attending. He received many compliments regarding the park.

Commissioner Brandt had received several inquiries regarding the VFW expansion. Alderman Prailes asked Commissioner Brandt to write down the questions received and he would bring them to the next VFW committee meeting.

Commissioner Kane-Terhorst stated she had received complaints regarding the port-a-pots at Congress ball diamonds not being opened during the Fourth of July fireworks. Mr. Gobel stated they typically are open for ball games only, but thought perhaps next year it could be changed to accommodate usage.

Minutes respectfully submitted by:

Deb Rintamaki
Department of Public Works