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The following in an AI Generated summary of Don Harrod's Report:

Resolutions for Street Improvements

1. Council gave a first reading to two resolutions of necessity: one for installing sidewalks on the east side of Main Street (north of Eagle Plaza to Benton Road), and another for reconstructing Hamilton Street (from 5th Street to 7th Street). These projects involve assessing part of the cost back to property owners whose properties abut the affected streets. The assessments may cover sidewalks, curb and gutter, asphalt, and drive approaches. Council proceeded with the first reading of both resolutions.

2. West Ohio Rail Authority Land Sale

   Council discussed the West Ohio Rail Authority's intent to sell land located near one of New Bremen's electrical substations to the village of New Bremen. The West Ohio Rail Authority, which includes the villages of New Bremen, St. Mary's, and Minster, is required to notify all three communities before proceeding with the sale. If any of these communities object, the land sale process is halted. The council for the village of Minster expressed no objection to the proposed sale.

3. Creation of Code Enforcement Officer Position

   Council held a discussion on establishing a code enforcement officer position for the village of Minster. The proposed role would be responsible for monitoring, investigating, and enforcing ordinance codes and regulations related to land use, property maintenance, public safety, and health and sanitation. The matter was tabled to allow for further discussion and the presentation of more detailed information to the council.

4. Personnel Promotion: Danny Schmiesing

   Council approved a motion to promote Danny Schmiesing from utility maintenance worker three to utility maintenance worker four. Danny has completed both his class two waterworks certification, holds a water distribution license, and a class two wastewater collection license. His new pay rate will be $29.46 per hour.

   Promotion approved; pay rate set at $29.46 per hour.

5. Swim Team Coach Stipend Increase

   Council approved an increase in the annual swim team coach stipend from $1,500 to $3,000. This is the first increase to the stipend in approximately 20 years.

   Stipend increase from $1,500 to $3,000 annually approved.

Next Arrangements

• Further discussion and more detailed information to be presented regarding the creation of a code enforcement officer position before any final decision is made.