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The Village of Biggsville Board convened its regular meeting at 6:01 p.m. on December 2, 2025, with Mayor Eric Craig presiding. Trustees Stephanie Craig, Kathie Curtiss, James McCabe, Tammy Slater, and Chris Webb were present, while Trustee Casey Goff was absent. Also in attendance were Village Clerk April Hill and Maintenance worker Mike West.
The board quickly approved the minutes, bills, and treasurer’s report from the November meeting on a motion by Trustee Tammy Slater, seconded by Trustee James McCabe.
Infrastructure and Operations Updates
Mayor Craig reported that the village truck had been taken to Country Auto for necessary repairs. In parks and recreation, no new updates were shared, and the zoning committee had nothing to report.
Community Events and Outreach
The Public Relations committee highlighted an upcoming event hosted by Beautify Biggsville: a Music BINGO night featuring a live performance by JIVE RADIO at The Barn at Fairview Acres.
Trustee Kathie Curtiss also reminded residents that Christmas baskets for seniors would be assembled with donations picked up on Thursday, December 11, and delivered the following day.
Old Business
The board discussed procedures for future ACH automatic withdrawals for water bill payments, confirming that funds would be withdrawn on the 15th of each month to remain compliant with the village water ordinance.
Clerk April Hill announced that the village website is now live and presented two options for adding online payment capabilities.
The board directed her to compare costs and recommend the most customer-friendly and economical platform at a future meeting.
The board reviewed recent damage to village property and imposed a $300 fine in line with Ordinance #512. Discussion on updating Community Building rental practices was tabled for further review. Trustees Jaegar and Jamey continue coordinating with Dallas City Rural Water on plans to add backup generators.
In a key action, the board unanimously approved and adopted Ordinance #560, levying taxes for corporate purposes for the fiscal year running from May 1, 2025, to April 30, 2026.
New Business
Trustee James McCabe moved, with a second from Trustee Stephanie Craig, to purchase a snow blower and push mower for village use; the motion passed without opposition. The board also addressed updated requirements for dig notices submitted through JULIE (Joint Utility Locating Information for Excavators).
To ensure timely responses, Mayor Craig requested that he, Zak, Jaegar, Jamey, and Chris be added to the contact list for dig alerts.
The meeting adjourned at 7:20 p.m. on a motion by Trustee Stephanie Craig, seconded by Trustee James McCabe. This information was taken from the December 2, 2025 minutes approved at the January 7 regular meeting.
The Biggsville Village Board’s next meeting is scheduled for 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday, February 4.