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Senior Cafe: Looking for something to do on a Wednesday night? Come to the Wolcott Christian Church on the third Wednesday of every month, and join the Senior Café! Dinner is at 5:00 with bingo to follow. Ages 55 and older are welcome. Completely free! Wolcott Farmer's Market: The Wolcott Farmer's Market is back for a second year! The Farmer's Market will be open from 9am - 1pm on the following dates: May 10th & 24th - June 7th & 21st - July 5th & 19th - August 2nd, 16th & 30th - September 13th & 27th. Visit their website at wolcottfarmersmarket.com Spring Cleanup: Spring cleanup will be on Saturday, May 10th from 10am - 2pm! The dumpster will be located at 501 E Waterworks Ln. Wolcott Mainstreet Tea Party: This event will be held on Saturday, May 17th at 2pm, located at the Wolcott House. Seats are limited, so please RSVP to Marilyn Maxwell at (219) 863-5287. Memorial Day Service: The Memorial Day Service, held by the local American Legion, will be on Monday, May 26th at 10am. This will be located in front of the Wolcott House. Wolcott Summer Festival: The festival will be on Friday, July 4th & Saturday, July 5th this year. Chicken Noodle Dinner: A new organization in town, The Wolcott Summer Concert Committee, will be hosting a Chicken Noodle Dinner fundraiser, at the Wolcott Cafe on Saturday, August 9th from 4pm - 7pm. This dinner will be free will donation.

January 7, 2025 Council Meeting Minutes Present:           Council President: Cameron Emond, Vice President: Betty Hoster Council Members: Darwin Miller, Michael Johnson, Janet Gross Clerk Treasurer: Judy Thomas, Deputy Clerk: Karie Holder Water Superintendent: Justin Bowman Wastewater Superintendent: Jeff Province Streets Dept: Vince Hall Town Marshal: Jared Baer Town Attorney: Jacob Ahler Other: Daryl Orns, Steve Young, Kenneth Burns, Marilyn Young, Marilyn Maxwell, Robin Foley, Leroy Simon, Michelle Brzyckie, Katina Farney, Emmy Wang, Jannell Hofstetter, Jason Stoller, Heather Koshenina. Absent:           Utility Clerk: Breanna Plantenga Council President Cameron Emond opened the Council Meeting with the pledge of allegiance. Newly elected council members Michael Johnson, and Janet Gross were sworn in, and signed their Oath of Office. All Council Members signed the Nepotism Agreement. The Council voted on Council President and Vice President. Council Member Michael Johnson made a motion for Cameron Emond to be the Council President. Council Member Betty Hoster second the motion. Motion carried 5-0. Council Member Michael Johnson made a motion for Betty Hoster to be Council Vice President. Council Member Janet Gross second the motion. Motion carried 5-0. Department heads were presented for approval : Water Superintendent- Justin Bowman Wastewater Superintendent- Jeffery Province Street Department Superintendent – Vince Hall Town Marshal- Jared Baer Fire Chief- Kenneth Burns Ambulance Director- Steve Young Park Board- Lori Bussell Council Member Michael Johnson made a motion to approve the department heads. Council member Darwin Miller second the motion. Motion carried 5-0. Council Member Darwin Miller made a motion to use The News & Review and Herald Journal as the Town’s primary newspaper. Council Vice President Betty Hoster second the motion. Motion carried 5-0. Council Member Darwin Miller made a motion to keep the Bank of Wolcott as the Town’s primary bank. Council Vice President Betty Hoster second the motion. Motion carried 5-0. Council Member Darwin Miller made a motion to approve the 2025 contract for Attorney Jacob Ahler to provide Legal Representation for The Town of Wolcott for 2025. Council Member Janet Gross second the motion. Motion carried 5-0. The approval of membership dues was presented for the following organizations: Indiana Association of Cities & Towns, Indiana League of Municipal Clerks & Treasures, International Institute of Municipal Clerks, Indiana Rural Water Alliance, American Water Works Association, and Alliance Rural Water, AIM Legal Council for the Clerk’s league. Council Vice President Betty Hoster made a motion to approve the membership dues for 2025. Council Member Darwin Miller second the motion. Motion carried 5-0. Council Member Michael Johnson made a motion to approve the contract for janitorial services for Patrica Stortz for 2025. Council Vice President Betty Hoster second the motion. Motion carried 5-0. The December 17, 2024 Council Meeting minutes were presented for approval. Council Member Darwin Miller made a motion to approve the December 17th minutes. Council Vice President Betty Hoster second the motion. Motion carried 5-0. Water Superintendent Justin Bowman : reported that everything is going good at the water plant no issues to report at this time. Wastewater Superintendent Jeff Province: reported that everything is going well at the Wastewater Plant. Jeff stated that he would like the Council to consider replacing the 2008 Ford truck the truck is having some issues  and a newer truck would be more reliable. Council member Michael Johnson made a motion to get bids for a truck. Council Member Darwin Miller second to motion. Motion carried 5-0 Street Department Vince Hall : reported everything is running well. Still waiting for update on the radiator for the leaf vac. It was asked if the Dump Truck needed to have the seat replaced, Vince reported the seat is in bad shape but he could get by. Council Member Michael Johnson made a motion to get the seat replaced in the Dump Truck. Council Member Darwin Miller second the motion. Motion Carried 5-0. Town Marshal Jared Baer : reported that everything is going well. Marshal Jared Baer requested that for the Police Department holiday schedule for 2025 they move the December 26 Holiday to December 24. Council Member Darwin Miller made a motion to approve the request for the Holiday change for the Police Department. Council Vice President Betty Hoster second the motion. Motion carried 5-0. Marshal Jared Baer asked for SRO officer Arron Page to receive vacation time for 2025 based off a one-year employee status. No decision was made at this time.   Town Attorney Jacob Ahler : reported that he has drafted an easement for the water line at 9707 US 24 Wolcott, IN.     Clerk Treasurer Judy Thomas:  Judy Thomas read an email she received about a sewage pretreatment ordinance stating a local limit for oil and grease. Wastewater Superintendent Jeff Province stated that he is working with Ken Smith on this sewage pretreatment ordinance. Judy Thomas informed the Council of a business owners request for no parking signs for snow removal on East Market Street. Judy Thomas stated that a resident had concerns about the ditch clean out and that was still not flowing. Jeff Province said that he talked to the guys working on the ditch and they will be coming back to dredge the ditch in the spring.    The Council appointed representatives for the following : KIRPC – Janet Gross White County Economic Development - Michael Johnson RWCDC – Michael Johnson Area Plan – Betty Hoster Council Member Darwin Miller made a motion to appoint the representatives. Council Vice President Betty Hoster second the motion. Motion carried 5-0. Donations : Council Member Michael Johnson made a motion to donate $3,000.00 each to the following Mainstreet committee, Summer Festival committee, Wolcott Psi Iota Xi, Remington Wolcott Community Development (RWCDC), White County Economic Development. Council Vice President Betty Hoster second the motion. Motion carried 5-0.  Council Meetings 2025 : The Council discussed Council meetings for 2025. Council Vice President Betty Hoster made a motion that the Council will meet the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month for 2025. Council Member Darwin Miller second the motion. Motions carried 3-2. Old Business : Repair on service pump at water plant, Justin Bowman said he will call to check on this. Security Cameras at the water plant and wastewater plant, Jeff Province said he will check into getting some blink cameras for the wastewater plant. It was discussed to also get a camera to put at the gate for the water plant. New Business : Water Superintendent Justin Bowman suggested that the town check into fuel cards for the town employees and police department and getting rid of the fuel tanks out at the plant. It was discussed that this may be an easier way to track fuel usage. Justin Bowman will work with Marshal Baer to get more information on this.  Council Member Darwin Miller brought up the decorative street lights on 24 and Market Street, 5 lights have been out in the last 3 months and 2 lights are out right now. He spoke with D&K Electric about the cost of replacing them as they go out vs doing them all at once and it might be more cost effective to replace them all at once. Council Vice President Betty Hoster made a motion to get bids Michelle Brzyckie from bright speed presented a fiber optic internet project that they would like to do in the Town of Wolcott. This would bring another option to resident for high-speed fiber internet. This fiber build would be 94% aerial. She will be working with Clerk Treasurer Judy Thomas on the town’s requirement for bonding insurance for this project.   Resident Concerns or Questions: Jason Stoller ask about the noise ordinance he is having issues with a loud barking dog at all hours of day and night. Marshal Jared Baer advised him to call the non-emergency number when the noise is occurring, he stated that the resident in violation will be given a warning and then will be ticketed if violation continues.    Meeting adjourned.

Town of Wolcott Executive Meeting February 13, 2025   Present:               Council President: Cameron Emond, Council Vice President: Betty Hoster                                 Council Members: Darwin Miller, Michael Johnson, and Janet Gross Clerk Treasurer: Judy Thomas, Deputy Clerk: Karie Holder, Utility Clerk: Breanna Plantenga Street Department Employee: Vince Hall Town Marshal: Jared Baer, Deputy Marshal: JR Northcutt, Officer: Aaron Page Town Attorney: Jacob Ahler   An executive meeting was held to discuss the financial situation of the town, and workplace harassment concerns.

Council Meeting February 4, 2025 6:00 pm Present:          Council President: Cameron Emond, Council Vice President: Betty Hoster Council Members: Darwin Miller and Janet Gross Clerk Treasurer: Judy Thomas, Utility Clerk: Breanna Plantenga, Deputy Clerk: Karie Holder Wastewater Superintendent: Jeff Province Town Marshal: Jared Baer, Deputy Marshal: JR Northcutt Other: Daryl Orns, Steve Young, Bill Brooks, David Roth, Michelle Earney, Sandy Miller, Kenneth Burns, Janell Hofstetter, Marilyn Young, Robin Foley, Leroy Simon, Robert Thomas, Jennilynn Kyburz, Karen Evans, and Ken Smith. Absent:           Town Attorney: Jacob Ahler and Council Member Michael Johnson   Council President Cameron Emond opened the Council Meeting with the Pledge of Allegiance. The January 7, 2025 Council Meeting Minutes, January 7, 2025 Executive Meeting Minutes, and January 21, 2025 Council Meeting Minutes were presented for approval. Council Member Darwin Miller made a motion to approve the minutes. Council Vice President Betty Hoster second the motion. Motion carried 4-0. Jennilynn Kyburz, White County Area Plan, presented Ordinance A-81 Amendment for approval, regarding renewable energy. Council Vice President Betty Hoster made a motion to approve the A-81 amendment. Council Member Darwin Miller second the motion. Motion carried 4-0. Jennilynn then presented Ordinance A-82 Amendment regarding renewable energy. Council Member Darwin Miller made a motion to approve the A-82 amendment. Council Vice President Betty Hoster second the motion, Motion carried 4-0. Wastewater Superintendent Jeff Province reported that the Wastewater Plant is doing good, after the deep freeze. Jeff is working with Marshal Jared Baer to auction off a generator at the Wastewater Plant. Council Member Darwin Miller made a motion to list the generator with $25,000 as the minimum bid. Council Vice President Betty Hoster second the motion. Motion carried 4-0. Robert Thomas reported on behalf on Water Superintendent Justin Bowman, that the big leak on the highway will be getting fixed this week. Marshal Jared Baer reported that the camera in the police department interview room needs repaired. The camera company is working on repairing the camera. Jared then expressed concern over unsecure cameras in the Clerk Treasure’s Office. Jared stated that he has spoken with the county prosecutor and the town attorney on how to proceed. Jared reported that the Wolcott Police Department has a new K-9, named Kilo. Kilo’s training will begin on February 17th. He will be trained in drug detection, and will be a non-bite dog. The cost for Kilo, and his training, has all been sponsored, and will come at no cost to the Town. There was then much discussion over whether having a K-9 in Wolcott is necessary. Jared explained that his priority is to keep the streets and schools safe. Ambulance Director Steve Young presented the Council with a quote for a new ambulance. Clerk Treasurer Judy Thomas told Steve that she is unsure if the funds are available for a new ambulance. The price of the new ambulance would be $359,256.00. The ambulance would not be ready until July 2025. Council President Cameron Emond asked Steve if the Town could back out of the contract, if the funds were not there. Steve said that he would double check with the company to find out. After much discussion on whether toe Town could afford a new ambulance, Clerk Treasurer Judy Thomas stated that the funds should be there. Council Member Janet Gross made a motion for the approval of a new ambulance. Council Vice President Betty Hoster second the motion. Motion carried 4-0. Town Marshal Jared Baer stated that he is currently speaking with the county to work on getting money from court fees. Janet Gross, KIRPC representative, presented her report from their most recent meeting. Janet attended a class for new officials, with KIRPC. Janet warned the residents that she learned about fraudulent checks, sent from Bank of America. Janet also expressed concern over White County not having any Head Start programs available. Michelle Earney, Summer Festival Committee, presented the upcoming festival dates, being on July 4th and 5th of this year. Council Member Darwin Miller made a motion to approve the festival dates, located at the park. Council Vice President Betty Hoster second the motion. Motion carried 4-0. Marilyn Young, Mainstreet Committee, reported that they will be supplying each of the Tri County fourth graders with Bobby the Wonder Dog books. Mainstreet will be discussing details of several events coming up, at their next meeting. Clerk Treasurer Judy Thomas reported that the Wastewater checking account is low. The Town is having a hard time keeping up with bills that need paid out of the Wastewater account. Judy asked the Council for permission to close the Wastewater HIFI account, and move the funds to the Wastewater checking account. Council Vice President Betty Hoster made a motion to close the Wastewater HIFI account and move the funds to the Wastewater checking account. Council Member Darwin Miller second the motion. Motion carried 4-0. Judy notified the Council that she has purchased and placed Blink cameras for her office and the file room. Council President Cameron Emond voiced concern over the Blink cameras having audio surveillance on them, as it is not allowed per the handbook policy. Cameron also stated that cameras in a government building need to be closed circuit, for privacy protection. Marshal Jared Baer stated that the security cameras that the Town currently have, are closed circuit and do not contain audio, with the exception of the interview room in the police department. After much discussion, Sherriff Bill Brooks notified the town that he believes that there is wrong doing by Town Members, regarding the cameras, and that he has turned the case over to the Indiana State Police. Judy asked the Council for permission to change the lock to her office, due to Marshal Jared Baer having a master key. Council Member Darwin Miller made a motion for Judy to change the locks. Council member Janet Gross second the motion. Motion carried 4-0. The Council opened bids for the replacement of the decorative street light bulbs in town. The Town received two bids. The Council asked Clerk Treasurer Judy Thomas if the Town has the funds to replace the lights. Judy stated that she was unsure if the funds are available to replace the lights. After some discussion, Council Vice President Betty Hoster made a motion to table the issue to give Judy time to figure out finances. Council member Darwin Miller second the motion. Motion carried 4-0. Council member Darwin Miller stated that the Tri County BPA is wanting to host a community breakfast fundraiser. Darwin also expressed frustration over Council Members making decisions as one, rather than as a whole. A resident brought up concerns about how the streets are plowed in town, regarding plowing driveways in. Some residents requested that the Town notify residents when there will be a sewer line jetted. Ken Smith presented the Council with the 2024 Community Crossing Grant closeout letter. A resident brought forward some concern over firemen’s compensation not being enough. It was explained that the Fire Chief is the one who sets the amount that the firemen get per fire run. Few community members pledged to donate monthly to the Wolcott Police Department to assist with the cost of dog food for K-9 Kilo. The Council requested that Marshal Jared Baer bring Kilo into the meeting to introduce him to the public. Jared brought Kilo into the meeting. Council Vice President Betty Hoster made a motion to keep Kilo on the Wolcott Police Department. Council Member Janet Gross second the motion. Motion carried 4-0. Meeting adjourned.

Council Meeting January 21, 2025 6:00 pm Present:          Council President: Cameron Emond, Council Vice President: Betty Hoster Council Members: Michael Johnson, Darwin Miller, and Janet Gross Clerk Treasurer: Judy Thomas, Utility Clerk: Breanna Plantenga, Deputy Clerk: Karie Holder Wastewater Superintendent: Jeff Province Other: Chloe Miller, Steve Young, Ken Smith, Larry Klink, Janell Hofstetter, and Kenneth Burns. Absent:           Town Attorney: Jacob Ahler   Council President Cameron Emond opened the Council Meeting with the Pledge of Allegiance. The January 7th Council Meeting Minutes were presented for approval. Council Vice President Betty Hoster made a motion to table to minutes, due to corrections that need to be made. Council Member Darwin Miller second the motion. Motion carried 5-0. The December 2024 Financials were presented for approval. Council Member Darwin Miller made a motion to approve the financials. Council Member Michael Johnson second the motion. Motion carried 5-0. Wastewater Superintendent Jeff Province announced that he is looking at pricing for a new truck and cameras for the plants. Jeff also reported that he is working on selling one of the generators at that plant, that is not being used. Jeff notified the Council that he is scheduled to take his Wastewater test on February 28th. Ambulance Directo, Steve Young, requested that the Town put out a notice to residents about keeping sidewalks cleared off for emergency services. Fire Chief, Kenneth Burns, stated that there are a lot of homes in town that do not have house numbers on their homes. These numbers need to be posted on the homes, to help emergency personnel locate the correct homes. Discussion was had about Ordinance Violation fees needing to be enforced by the Town. Janet Gross, KIRPC representative, reported that she will be attending an orientation for new members for KIRPC. Michael Johnson, White County Economic Development representative, reported what was discussed at the latest meeting. Betty Hoster, White County Area Plan representative, reported that Area Plan will be at the next Council Meeting to present a renewable energy ordinance. Darwin Miller, Mainstreet Committee, reported that they will be taking the Christmas decorations down, when the weather warms up. Clerk Treasurer, Judy Thomas, presented a resignation letter to the Council from Matt Hall, regarding his resignation letter from the Park Board. Judy also mentioned some repairs that need to be done in the Town Hall. The Town will be accepting bids to retrofit 22 street lights in town. Ambulance Director, Steve Young, notified the Council that he is looking into purchasing a new Ambulance for the Ambulance Department. A new Ambulances runs anywhere from $350,000 to $400,000. After much discussion, Clerk Treasurer Judy Thomas stated that the Town will not have a clear picture on whether or not the funds will be available, until the books get straightened out. Ken Smith notified the Council that the next round for the Community Crossing Grant is coming up. The Council will come up with some streets to apply for the grant. Council Member Janet Gross announced that the Tri County Culinary Class will be providing dinner for the upcoming Senior Café. Council Member Darwin Miller stated that he wants the Town employees to clean up the highway this year. Much discussion was had on whether Town employees are allowed to work on the highway or not. No decisions were made. Meeting adjourned.

Council Meeting December 17, 2024 6:00 pm Present:          Council Vice President: Michael Johnson Council Members: Darwin Miller, Betty Hoster, Rex Pearson Clerk Treasurer: Judy Thomas, Utility Clerk: Breanna Plantenga, Deputy Clerk: Karie Holder Wastewater Superintendent: Jeff Province Street Department: Vince Hall Town Marshal: Jared Baer, Deputy Marshal: JR Northcutt Other: Steve Young, Kendall Arvin, Janet Gross, Gizelle, John Stearns, Kenneth Burns, and Janell Hofstetter Absent:             Council President: Cameron Emond, Town Attorney: Jacob Ahler   Council Vice President Michael Johnson opened the Council Meeting with the Pledge of Allegiance. The December 3, 2024 Council Meeting Minutes were presented for approval. Council Member Darwin Miller made a motion to approve the minutes. Council Member Rex Pearson second the motion. Motion carried 4-0. The November 2024 Financials were presented for approval. Council Member Rex Pearson made a motion to approve the financials. Council Member Betty Hoster second the motion. Motion carried 4-0. Wastewater Superintendent Jeff Province reported that the rotors have been repaired. There is currently a hydrant leaking at the Wastewater Plant. Jeff also reported that there was a plug in one of the pumps at the lift station. The pump was unplugged, and is now working properly. Fire Chief Kenneth Burns announced that Santa Clause will be at the fire station on December 21st from 3pm – 5pm. A starter went out on one of the firetrucks, that has since been repaired. There were three Wolcott First Responders that received a “First Responder of the Year” award in Benton County. Town Marshal Jared Baer reported that the Police Department has been busy lately. Clerk Treasurer Judy Thomas stated that Water Superintendent Robert Thomas will be retiring, and would like his final paycheck to be dated on December 31, 2024. Council Member Darwin Miller made a motion to approve the date of Robert’s final check. Council Member Betty Hoster second the motion. Motion carried 4-0. The leaf vac is still currently broken. The Wolcott Mainstreet Committee asked that the Council allow them to host their monthly meetings at the Town Hall. After some discussion, Council Member Betty Hoster made a motion to try letting the Mainstreet Committee meet at the Town Hall, on a trial run basis. Council Member Rex Pearson second the motion. Motion carried 3-0, Council Member Darwin Miller abstained. Clerk Treasurer Judy Thomas notified the Council that there are over 30 different meter transmitters that have no signal. Judy also mentioned that Town Attorney Jacob Ahler is working on getting a Right of Way written up, to repair a water line off of highway 24. Rob Bellucci, Commonwealth Engineers, will be coming on Friday to pay the town a reimbursement for the Wastewater Plant repairs. Ken Smith is working on revising the Town’s Sewage Pre-Treatment Ordinance. The 2025 Salary Ordinance was presented for approval. Council Member Rex Pearson made a motion to approve the 2025 Salary Ordinance. Council Member Darwin Miller second the motion. Motion carried 4-0. Resolution 2024-12-17 was presented for approval, regarding ARPA money distribution. Council Member Darwin Miller made a motion to approve Resolution 2024-12-17. Council member Betty Hoster second the motion. Motion carried 4-0. The Council discussed making a donation to the Wolcott Sorority for the Angel Tree Project. Council Member Betty Hoster made a motion to donate $500 to the Sorority. Council Member Darwin Miller second the motion. Motion carried 4-0. Meeting adjourned.

Council Meeting December 3, 2024 6:00 pm Present:          Council President: Cameron Emond, Council Vice President: Michael Johnson Council Members: Darwin Miller, Betty Hoster, Rex Pearson Clerk Treasurer: Judy Thomas, Utility Clerk: Breanna Plantenga, Deputy Clerk: Karie Holder Wastewater Superintendent: Jeff Province Water Superintendent: Robert Thomas, Water Operator: Justin Bowman Street Department: Vince Hall Town Marshal: Jared Baer, Deputy Marshal: JR Northcutt Town Attorney: Jacob Ahler Other: Ken Smith, Pam Jordan, Carey Jordan, Steve Young, Janet Gross, Sandy Miller, Kenneth Burns, and Janell Hofstetter.   Council President Cameron Emond opened the Council Meeting with the Pledge of Allegiance. The November 19, 2024 Public Hearing/Council Meeting Minutes were presented for approval. Council Member Darwin Miller made a motion to approve the minutes. Council Member Betty Hoster second the motion. Motion carried 5-0. Wastewater Superintendent, Jeff Province, reported that the bearings went out on one of the rotors. The sludge at the Wastewater Plant will be emptied soon. IDEM is currently reviewing the Wastewater Pre-Treatment Ordinance. Jeff also stated that he has applied to take the state test for his wastewater license. Clerk Treasurer Judy Thomas stated that she spoke with Rob from Commonwealth. Commonwealth has offered to settle on paying the Town of Wolcott $6,900 in reimbursement for Wastewater Plant repairs. Commonwealth is also offering to provide special training for the town employees, on the Wastewater Plant. After much discussion, Council Member Darwin Miller made a motion to accept Commonwealth’s offer of $6,900 and training. Council Vice President Michael Johnson second the motion. Motion carried 4-1, President Cameron Emond opposed. Water Superintendent Robert Thomas reported that he is working on getting one of the service pumps repaired at the Water Plant. Vince Hall, Street Department, reported that the leaf vac is still broken. Parts for the repair are on backorder. Town Marshal Jared Baer spoke to the Council about adopting a per diem rate for the Town’s travel policy in the handbook. Jared will be working with the Clerk Treasurer to draft something up. Jared also announced that he has been thinking about getting a K-9 for the Wolcott Police Department. The K-9 will be purchased by donations. After much discussion, the Council gave Jared permission to move forward with the process. Fire Chief Kenneth Burns announced that Santa will be at the Fire Department on December 21st from 3pm – 7pm. Sandy Miller, RWCDC, reported that the Senior Café is doing well. Janell Hoffstetter announced that the Farmer’s Market had their 2024 closeout meeting, and decided that they will be doing the Farmer’s Market again in 2025. Michael Johnson, WCED, stated that the White County Economic Development spoke on new housing, at their meeting. Darwin Miller, Mainstreet Committee, reported that the Christmas decorations have been put up around town. Town Attorney Jacob Ahler stated that he is continuing to work on the ongoing broken waterline issue, outside of town. Jacob has also been talking with Brightspeed about a possible fiberoptic project in town. Clerk Treasurer Judy Thomas announced that NIPSCO is offering aid to qualifies residents. Council President Cameron Emond read the first reading of the 2025 Salary Ordinance. The Council discussed changing the amount of the clothing allowance. Town Marshal Jared Baer discussed with the Council about getting security cameras at the Water Plant, Wastewater Plant, and the compost bin. Water Operator, Justin Bowman, asked that the Town furnish him a phone, rather than receiving a phone stipend. The Council voted to appoint a 2025 representative for Whit County Area Plan. Council Vice President Michael Johnson made a motion to appoint Betty Hoster as the representative. Council Member Darwin Miller second the motion. Motion carried 5-0. Ken Smith notified the Council that they can pay the final invoice to close out the 2024 Community Crossing Grant. Meeting adjourned.

Council Meeting November 6, 2024 6:00 pm Present:          Council President: Cameron Emond Council Vice President: Michael Johnson Council Members: Darwin Miller, Betty Hoster, Rex Pearson Clerk Treasurer: Judy Thomas, Utility Clerk: Breanna Plantenga, Deputy Clerk: Karie Holder Wastewater Superintendent: Jeff Province Town Marshal: Jared Baer Other: Larry Klink, Charles Ingram, Stacy Ingram, Janet Gross, Kenneth Burns, Ken Smith, and Janell Hofstetter Absent:           Town Attorney: Jacob Ahler   Council President Cameron Emond opened the Council Meeting with the Pledge of Allegiance. The October 1, 2024 Council Meeting Minutes were presented for approval. Council Member Darwin Miller made a motion to approve the minutes. Council Member Betty Hoster second the motion. Motion carried 4-0. Wastewater Superintendent Jeff Province presented two quotes to repair the generator at the Wastewater Plant. Huston: $2,185.00 not including parts. W.W Williams: $4,470.00 including parts. After much discussion, the Council requested that Jeff get a quote from Moore Equipment. If Moore cannot do it, then the Council would like to hire W.W Williams to do the job. Council Member Darwin Miller made a motion to hire W.W Williams, in the event that Moore cannot repair the generator. Council Member Betty Hoster second the motion. Motion carried 4-0. Jeff also reported that the Town needs a Sewage Pre Treatment Ordinance. Council Member Darwin Miller reported that there are two street lights out. Council President Cameron Emond stated that he is not pleased with the new speed bumps in the park. Council Vice President Michael Johnson expressed that the Park Board needs a representative to attend the Council Meetings. Fire Chief Kenny Burns reported that the burn ban has been called off. Janell Hofstetter stated that KIRPC has started the Safe Street project. Darwin Miller, Mainstreet Committee, reported that the Holiday Market will be on November 16th. The American Legion will be putting on a Veterans Day program on November 11th at 10am, at the Wolcott House. Clerk Treasurer Judy Thomas stated that Jacob Ahler is working on getting a right of way written up, for the leak outside of town. Judy also gave the Council a complaint regarding a stormwater issue that needs fixed on West North St. Judy also brought up a complaint about a resident wanting stop signs put on the South side of Homer Ln. The Council denied the request. A resident brought up a concern over the lack of snow route signs downtown. Utility Clerk Breanna Plantenga presented a sewage adjustment request for a resident in town. The Council denied the request. The Council discussed hiring a Water/Wastewater operator position. Council Vice President Michael Johnson made a motion to publish an advertisement for hire. Council Member Darwin Miller second the motion. Motion carried 4-0. Ken Smith reported that the lead & copper surveys came in, and have been approved. Ken also stated that Town & Country has finished their work, so the Town can close out the Community Crossing Grant. A resident expressed concern over sunken in manholes on the highway. This will be INDOT’s responsibility to repair. Weekly stick pickup has ended, and weekly leaf pickup has begun. Meeting adjourned.

Public Hearing/Council Meeting November 19, 2024 6:00 pm Present:          Council President: Cameron Emond, Vice President: Michael Johnson Council Members: Darwin Miller, Betty Hoster Clerk Treasurer: Judy Thomas, Utility Clerk: Breanna Plantenga Water Superintendent: Robert Thomas Street Department: Vince Hall Town Marshal: Jared Baer Other: Braden Evans, Steve Young, Janet Gross, Janell Hofstetter, Kenneth Burns, Ken Smith Absent:           Town Attorney: Jacob Ahler, Council Member Rex Pearson, Wastewater Superintendent Jeff Province   Council President Cameron Emond opened the Public Hearing with the Pledge of Allegiance. Braden Evans, White County Area Plan, presented Ordinance Amendment A79 regarding Renewable Energy.  Council Vice President Michael Johnson made a motion to accept Ordinance Amendment A79. Council member Darwin Miller second the motion. Motion carried 3-0. Clerk Treasurer Judy Thomas presented Ordinance 2024-11-19 for approval, concerning additional appropriations for ARPA funds. Council Vice President Michael Johnson made a motion to approve Ordinance 2024-11-19. Council Member Darwin Miller second the motion. Motion carried 3-0. Council President Cameron Emond closed the Public Hearing and opened the Council Meeting. The November 6, 2024 Council Meeting Minutes and Executive Meeting Minutes were presented for approval. Council Member Darwin Miller made a motion to approve the minutes. Council Vice President Michael Johnson second the motion. Motion carried 3-0. The October 2024 financials were presented for approval. Council Member Darwin Miller made a motion to approve the financials. Council Vice President Michael Johnson second the motion. Motion carried 3-0. Jeff Province (absent) sent in a report stating that W.W Williams will be repairing the generator at the Wastewater Plant. The Park Board requested speed bump signs for the park. After some discussion, the request was denied. Council President Cameron Emond expressed concern over speed bumps needing to be removed for snow removal. Kenny Burns, Fire Chief, announced that the Wolcott Fire Department will be hosting the District Fire Chief Meeting. The Mainstreet Committee will be putting Christmas lights and banners up soon. The Christmas Light contest will be on December 21st this year. Clerk Treasurer, Judy Thomas, reported that there are still two street lights that are out. Judy then brought up some residential complaints to the Council. The Council will be performing interviews at the end of the week for the Water/Wastewater Operator position. Vince Hall, Street Department, notified the Council that the leaf vac is broken. Meeting adjourned.

November 6, 2024 - Executive Meeting Wolcott Town Hall 101 W North St November 6, 2024 7:30 p.m.     Present: Cameron Emond - President Mike Johnson – Vice President Rex Pearson – Board Member Darwin Miller – Board Member Betty Hoster – Board Member Bob Thomas – Water Utilities Judy Thomas – Clerk Treasurer   Discussion with Bob (Robert Thomas) about job duties and job performance.

November 6, 2024 - Executive Meeting Wolcott Town Hall 101 W North St November 6, 2024 7:00 p.m.     Present: Cameron Emond - President Mike Johnson – Vice President Rex Pearson – Board Member Darwin Miller – Board Member Betty Hoster – Board Member Jeff Province – Wastewater Judy Thomas – Clerk Treasurer   Discussion with Jeff Province about job duties and job performance.

Council Meeting October 15, 2024 6:00 pm Present:          Council President: Cameron Emond, Council Vice President: Michael Johnson Council Members: Betty Hoster Clerk Treasurer: Judy Thomas, Utility Clerk: Breanna Plantenga, Deputy Clerk: Karie Holder Water Superintendent: Robert Thomas Wastewater Superintendent: Jeff Province Street Department: Vince Hall Town Marshal: Jared Baer Other: Pam Jordan, Carey Jordan, Daryl Orns, Janet Gross, Kenneth Burns, Leroy Simon, Robin Foley, Ken Smith, and Janell Hofstetter Absent:           Council Member: Rex Pearson, Darwin Miller, Town Attorney: Jacob Ahler   Council President Cameron Emond opened the Council Meeting with the Pledge of Allegiance. The October 1, 2024 Council Meeting Minutes were presented for approval. Council Member Betty Hoster made a motion to approve the minutes. Council Vice President Michael Johnson second the motion. Motion carried 3-0. The September 2024 Financials were presented for approval. Council Vice President Michael Johnson made a motion to approve the financials. Council Member Betty Hoster second the motion. Motion carried 3-0. Wastewater Superintendent Jeff Province reported that the Wastewater Plant is running well. Town Marshal Jared Baer stated that he has received good feedback from Tri County regarding the School Resource Officer. Utility Clerk Breanna Plantenga brought to the Council’s attention, that there is a resident that has requested a sewage adjustment for watering their grass, due to having to dig their yard up. Typically, the town does not allow sewage adjustments for watering grass. After some discussion, it was decided that the Council will wait to make a decision on the issue, at the next Council Meeting. A couple of residents expressed concern over a drop off on Scott St and drainage issues. After some discussion, Water Superintendent Bob Thomas said that he will call our engineer and get the problem fixed. Another resident expressed concern over smoke from their neighbor’s wood burning stove. After much discussion, the Council told the resident to speak with the Health Department and County Commissioners. Meeting adjourned.