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Valier updates on MFT tile project, sewer blueprints and Rend Lake rate hike
Summary
Trustees heard that some MFT tile materials failed specs, sewer-line blueprints are in progress with EPA permit work expected by June, and Rend Lake Conservancy District will raise water rates May 1, 2026; the village expects to absorb the increase for the coming year.
Village President George Dudzinski told trustees that materials for the MFT (motor fuel tax) tile project did not meet specifications and that he is pursuing alternate vendors to complete the work. He reported that Rodney Potts is preparing sewer-line blueprints and that the village hopes to obtain required EPA permits by June so his office can begin grant applications at the end of July.
George also said the Rend Lake Conservancy District will increase water rates effective May 1, 2026. He told the board that he and Treasurer Chris Scroggins believe the village can absorb the increase for the next year. On access to meters, George reminded trustees that "they cannot be within a fence as the village employees need to have access to read the water meters," and noted an Illinois ordinance requires access compliance.
Trustees did not take immediate action to change rates or authorize additional borrowing; the board discussed pursuing grants for sewer work once permits are issued and asked staff to continue vendor outreach for MFT materials.
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