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Luck Village Board approves new tractor purchase, vendor and sign permits; rejects UpAhead proposal
Summary
At its March 12 meeting, the Luck Village Board approved purchase of a $24,500 tractor and $1,073 replacement mold board, granted a special vendor application to Rise and Shine Coffee Co., approved a sign permit for Natural Alternative Food Coop, and voted to reject an UpAhead subscription proposal.
The Luck Village Board on March 12 approved several routine items and municipal purchases, and declined a private subscription proposal.
Chair Ron Steen called the meeting to order and, after approving the agenda, the board voted unanimously to approve the consent agenda, which included the Feb. 12 meeting minutes and checks and vouchers for February 2025. Trustee Jerry Kruse moved to approve the agenda; Trustee Bridget Cleary seconded.
Why it matters: The board’s actions authorize the village to replace aging equipment and permit a local vendor to operate, which affect municipal operations and local businesses.
Key actions and outcomes - The board voted to reject a proposal from UpAhead, which had offered services for a $199 setup fee and $149 per month. Trustee Jerry Kruse moved to reject the proposal and Trustee Mark Beidleman seconded; the motion carried. No contract was authorized.
- The board approved a Special Vendor Application for Rise and Shine Coffee Company to operate at 710 Salon and Day Spa one day per week. Chair Ron Steen moved the motion; Trustee Jerry Kruse seconded. The permit was approved.
- Trustees approved a sign permit for Natural Alternative Food Coop. Trustee Mark Beidleman moved approval and Trustee Stephanie Mueller seconded.
- The board authorized purchase of a tractor for $24,500 and a replacement mold board for $1,073, following recommendations from the Finance Board and Public Works Committee. Chair Ron Steen moved the tractor motion; Trustee Jerry Kruse seconded.
Discussion and other business The board heard an update on 210 Park Ave; the transcript records discussion only and no formal action was taken. Committee chairs provided brief reports: Police reported 50 service calls in February and noted the new squad vehicle will need graphics; the fire department reported work on a foam unit and plans to order a tanker truck; finance reported it met that night; the Community Club is planning Lucky Days.
The meeting adjourned after unanimous approval of the adjournment motion moved by Trustee Mark Beidleman and seconded by Trustee Bridget Cleary. Minutes were submitted by Jennifer Anderson, Village Clerk.
Sources: Luck Village Board minutes, March 12, 2025.
