May 18, 2026 Minutes

A meeting of the Stratton Village Board of Trustees was called to order at 7:00 pm on Monday May 18, 2026 at the Village Office by Chairman S. Hanes. Notice of the meeting was posted in three public places: Village Clerk’s Office, MNB Bank Stratton, and United States Post Office Stratton. Availability of the agenda was communicated in the advance notice. A poster of the “Open Meetings Act” was clearly visible on the wall, and Chairman Hanes directed the attention of those present to the poster. All proceedings hereafter shown occurred while the meeting was in session.

Present: Trustee S. Hanes, Trustee H.A. Windecker, Trustee K.R. Moore, Trustee J. Stewart, Trustee P. Bohochik. Also in attendance were: Utilities Superintendent J. McCorkle, Clerk T. Hedrick, Assistant Utilities Superintendent Stout, Jake Dugger and Brian Gaines with Maguire Iron, and members of the public Cricket Reagan, Sabrinna Morgan, Katrina McCorkle and Jen Moore.        

OPEN FORUM:

Member of the public Sabrinna Morgan inquired about the Village painting handicap parking lines at Grandview Event Center. The board had no objection to doing it at the Village’s cost f labor and materials.

Motion by Bohochik and second by Stewart to approve the previous minutes, claims and treasurer’s report as presented. Roll call: Ayes: Moore, Windecker, Stewart, Hanes, Bohochik. Nays: None. Motion carried.

UNFINISHED BUSINESS:

Utilities Superintendent McCorkle stated that there are five transformers needing testing. The board would like to know cost and requirements of failed transformers.

Jake Dugger from Maguire Iron presented a maintenance plan for the Village water tower. The board reviewed and discussed the proposed bid and discussed water budget. Motion by Bohochik and second by Stewart to approve the maintenance plan from Maguire Iron as presented. Roll call: Ayes: Moore, Windecker, Stewart, Hanes, Bohochik. Nays: None. Motion carried.

Trustee Moore disclosed that the applicant, Jennifer Moore, is his wife and stated this relationship for the record due to a potential conflict of interest. Motion by Hanes and second by Windecker to approve hiring Jennifer Moore as swimming pool lifeguard. Roll call: Ayes: Windecker, Stewart, Hanes, Bohochik. Nays: None. Abstain: Moore. Motion carried.

NEW BUSINESS:

Motion by Stewart and second by Hanes to approve building permit at 905 Bailey Street, Apt 2. Roll call: Ayes: Moore, Windecker, Stewart, Hanes, Bohochik. Nays: None. Motion carried.

Motion by Stewart and second by Windecker to increase the wage of Justin McCorkle by $1.00 per hour due to obtaining his backflow certification. Roll call: Ayes: Moore, Windecker, Stewart, Hanes, Bohochik. Nays: None. Motion carried.

Discussion regarding backflow testing equipment and setting inspection fees. The board requested information regarding the cost of maintaining the equipment and the possible replacement costs of backflow preventers. Motion by Hanes and second by Stewart to approve the purchase of a pressure gauge for backflow testing. Roll call: Ayes: Moore, Windecker, Stewart, Hanes, Bohochik. Nays: None. Motion carried.

Needed safety items were reviewed. Motion by Stewart and second by Moore to authorize applying for the Lean on LARM Safety grant to purchase ear plugs, wireless Bluetooth hearing protector, eye wash station, heavy duty gloves and straps and head immobilizer for swimming pool backboard. Roll call: Ayes: Moore, Windecker, Stewart, Hanes, Bohochik. Nays: None. Motion carried.

Employee Report: Utilities Superintendent McCorkle informed the board that employees would begin using time off request forms. Each department head will notify the other department regarding their own time off request. Discussion was held regarding approved beverage and food purchases for employees. A policy will be drafted and available for consideration at the next board meeting.

Streets, Alley and Landfill Report: McCorkle reported that many of the alleys have been repaired and the tree dump has been maintained.

Chairman Hanes declared a brief recess at 8:08pm. The meeting reconvened at 8:11pm.

Electricity Committee Report: The three-phase project on Barton Street is scheduled for the end of the month and may require a temporary power outage while the work is completed. Trustee Bohochik inquired about removing the underground electrical box at his residence while the power is out. McCorkle will look into it.

Water & Sewer Committee Report: McCorkle reported that he ordered 20 new AMI water meters and they have arrived. He would like to order 60 more next year. Budget will be reviewed.

Finance Committee Report: Trustee Windecker inquired about the budget for the remainder of the fiscal year. Clerk Hedrick advised that the Board should keep a close eye on any extra spending and carefully budget for use of reserves.

Health & Welfare Committee: Nothing new to report.

Park & Recreation Committee Report: It was noted that no wage was set for the newly hired lifeguard. Motion by Windecker and second by Stewart to approve a wage of $14.25 per hour for Jennifer Moore. Roll call: Ayes: Windecker, Stewart, Hanes, Bohochik. Nays: None. Abstain: Moore. Motion carried. It was agreed that the swimming pool would be closed on Wednesdays and that adult-only swim would be held from 5:30 to 6:00pm on days the pool is open. Discussion was held regarding concessions, maintenance and upgrades at the swimming pool. McCorkle stated there were issues with moving the pool cover reel and that, due to the sensitivity of the chlorinator, only the utility department would refill it when needed. It was mentioned that the swimming pool staff would be holding a meeting on the upcoming Thursday and would complete clean-up and set-up afterwards, so no volunteers would be needed to assist. With no objection, swimming pool staff were authorized to work from 2:30 to 3:00pm for daily cleaning and set-up of the swimming pool. Bohochik mentioned that there may be funding available to complete upgrades at the tennis court at the park.

Motion by Hanes and second by Stewart to adjourn the meeting. Roll call: Ayes: Windecker, Moore, Hanes, Stewart, Bohochik. Nays: None. Motion carried and meeting adjourned at 8:49 pm.

The next regular meeting of the Village Board of Trustees will be held on Monday June 15, 2026 at 7:00 pm at the Village Office.