Town of Mineral
Post Office Box 316
102 E. First Street
Mineral, VA 23117
540-894-5100
Email: mineral@louisa.net

Minutes of Town of Mineral Council Meeting
7:00 p.m.
October 9, 2007

Roll Call

Invocation was given by Bernice Wilson-Kube

Mr. Wunsh informed the Council of his findings for the 2006/2007 audit.

Public Comments
There were no public comments.

Adopt Agenda (add or take away items at this time)
Add under old business discuss Jarvis proposed settlement
Bernice Wilson-Kube made a motion to approve agenda as amended. William Thomas seconded the motion. Motion passed 6/0 with None voting in the negative.

Approval of September regular meeting minutes
Bernice Wilson-Kube made a motion to approve the September minutes as presented. William Thomas seconded the motion. Motion passed 6/0 with None voting in the negative.

Approval of October 2007 bills to be paid with the addition of $5,400.00 for Mr. Wunsh's audit bill
Pam Harlowe made a motion to approve the bills as amended. Roy Payne seconded the motion. Motion passed 6/0 with None voting in the negative.

Town manager's report

Standing Committee Reports:

Beautification / Anti-Litter Committee: 190 flower bulbs were planted at the little league field. The materials have been obtained to repair the wreaths and work will begin on them this weekend.

Budget & Finance Committee: Mrs. Harlow had questions pertaining to the BPOL revenue on the budget report in the packet. Discussion followed.

Cemetery Committee: Mr. Besley is looking into getting electricity to the cemetery.

Economic Development Committee: No report

Personnel Committee: No report

Police & Legal Matters Committee: Mr. Thomas complemented Mr. McGehee on the police report he submitted.

Streets Committee: Mr. Besley had noticed that there are some new street signs that have been installed.

Walton Park Committee: No report

Water & Sewer Committee: The Mayor wanted to thank Mr. Harper for staying late with Roto Rooter and for his efforts on the roots in the sewer line at the site of the overflow, at the old lagoon.

New Business:

Mr. Wunch presented the council with the audit for 2006/2007 & 2008 Proposal
Mr. Wunch presented the Council with his findings. Discussion followed. A copy of the audit is available at the Town office. William Thomas made a motion to accept Mr. Wunch proposal for 2007/2008 audit. Bernice Wilson-Kube seconded the motion. Motion passed 6/0 with None voting in the negative.

Retreat- schedule a date - Mr. Thomas felt that the last retreat was a success and thinks that another retreat would be ideal. The Mayor stated that Mr. Harper will contact Bill Wanner to see if he would be available to facilitate this meeting and schedule it.

Trash collection - sanitation and size of containers. There have been occasions where the trash containers have been too heavy or unsanitary. It was discussed and decided that the Town Manager can make these decisions at his discretion.

Old Business:

Jarvis street settlement. Mr. Jarvis would like a decision on this matter, if Council would agree or not agree to his proposal. Mr. Harper gave a brief description of the proposal, splitting part of Albemarle Avenue and ownership of approximately ½ acre which houses the six RV hookups placed on the Jarvis property in error. Discussion followed. Motion made by Bernice Wilson-Kube, seconded by Roy McGehee to accept Mr. Jarvis' proposal. Motion failed 2/4 with Brooks Besley, Pam Harlowe, Roy Payne and William Thomas voting in the negative. With the failing motion Mr. Jarvis withdrew his proposal.

Closed Session:
William Thomas made a motion to go into closed session for the purpose of the acquisition/ disposition of property & personnel pursuant to code 2.2.-37 11 a1 and 2.2-37 11a3. Roy Payne seconded the motion. Motion passed 6/0 with None voting in the negative.

Bernice Wilson-Kube made a motion to return to regular session. Roy McGeHee seconded the motion. Motion passed 6/0 with None voting in the negative.

Certification what announced was discussed only.
Edwin Keller / yes
Pam Harlowe / yes
William Thomas / yes
Brooks Besley / yes
Roy Payne / yes
Roy McGehee/ yes
Bernice Wilson-Kube /yes

William Thomas made a motion to accept Mr. Maus resignation and send letter accepting this. Bernice Wilson-Kube seconded the motion. Motion passed 6/0 with None voting in the negative.

Motion made by Bernice Wilson-Kube to adjourn seconded by William Thomas. Motion passed 6/0 with None voting in the negative.

Adjournment at 9:15p.m.