Jameson continues to gravel streets, puts together ‘welcome packet’

The Village of Jameson held lengthy discussions about the need for more work on the streets and during their meeting held Aug. 20, thanked volunteers for painting street signs.
Village employee Bob Woolsey put two-inch rock with fines (bits of rock) in some of the ruts and potholes around town. He needs two or three more loads of gravel. The board approved the purchase of three additional loads.
There was much discussion regarding erosion and ongoing problems with need for more work to be done, including ditches, building up roads, gravel, etc. Some board members have talked with a representative of the Missouri Department of Transportation and the content of those discussions was relayed in an email to the other board members.
A complaint was received on a street entrance at Chestnut and First Street regarding a tree on the property impairing vision to the road. The property owner will be contacted regarding the tree being trimmed.
Allison Ward, DeeAnn Fisher, Lorriann Fisher, and Kristie Martin have been repainting the street sign markers. The board expressed appreciation for their work.
During public comment, Mary Probert complimented the board for job well done. Kristie Martin had questions about roads, which Bob Woolsey addressed.
The 2020 Tax Levy rates were approved as presented.
The General Checking account financial report and the Restricted Funds/Roads account were approved, both as of July 31.
The Sewer Financial reports as of July 31 were heard. There are currently no delinquents.
Bob Woolsey attempted to install two disconnects recently; however, the connections could not be found.
Mary Probert with the Complaint Panel reported that complaints have been made regarding a residence with several junk vehicles blocking the view of street traffic.
Discussion was held on new property owners on the west side of town regarding hook ups for water and sewer, etc.
It was suggested to put together a welcome packet for new residents. The city clerk will update the Village Board information sheet. Vance suggested asking about information from Gallatin city hall with contact information.
During Board of Trustee comments, Jan Duly noted that the Jameson Picnic went really well and there were compliments paid to the Jameson Lions Club for their great job in putting on the 129th Picnic.
Next meeting was set for Sept. 17.
The above are the unapproved minutes of the Aug. 20 meeting for the Village of Jameson. Board members present were Natalie May, Chairman; David Lainhart, DeeAnn Fisher, Vance Hefley. Lorriann Fisher was absent. Employees present were Jan Duly, Elaine Bohannon, and Bob Woolsey. Guests were Mary Probert, Kristie Martin, and Allison Ward.