Hartland Village Council approves $153K payment to Mid City Corp for water main project

The Hartland Village Board meeting on January 13, 2025, focused on several key financial decisions and community events, highlighting the village's ongoing infrastructure projects and community engagement efforts.

A significant discussion centered around the approval of a payment to Mid City Corporation for their work on the South 83 Water Main Rehabilitation project. The board considered a final payment of $153,168, which exceeded the initial budget by $50,000 due to unforeseen complications related to the proximity of sewer and water mains. Despite the additional costs, staff reported that the project was completed successfully without major issues. The board unanimously approved the payment, which included a retention fee of $57,845.63 to cover a one-year warranty period.

In addition to the water main project, the board approved vouchers for payment totaling $1,085,412.42, which included the aforementioned payment to Mid City Corporation. This approval was met with no objections from board members.

The meeting also addressed community events, including a special events application from the Ice Age Habitat Restoration group, which requested a fee waiver for their upcoming event on January 24-25. The board approved this request, recognizing the volunteers' contributions to the community.

Another notable event discussed was the Hometown Celebration scheduled for June 26-29, 2025. The board approved the special events application, which included a request for music until 11 PM. The celebration will feature various activities, including a carnival and live music, with expenditures for the event outlined for board awareness.

The board also reviewed bartender applications, approving two permits for Courtney Smith and Shelly Dupree. Smith's application was straightforward, while Dupree's approval followed a previous recommendation for a waiting period due to past offenses. Both applications received unanimous support from the board.

Lastly, the board discussed updates to the special events permit application process, aiming to streamline approvals for recurring events while ensuring adequate time for new events to be considered.

Overall, the meeting underscored the village's commitment to infrastructure improvements and community engagement, with board members actively supporting local initiatives and ensuring responsible financial management.