Tampico Council Discusses Village Improvements and Community Initiatives at May Meeting

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On May 7, 2024, the Village of Tampico held its regular council meeting at the Reagan Community Center, led by Mayor Bruce Peltier. The meeting started at 7:00 PM. Commissioners Susan Dean, Jim Coleman, and Tammy Kendell attended, while Commissioner Sherry Coleman was absent. Chief Strike, Village Public Works Superintendent Tyler Chriest, and Village Clerk Jamie McIntire, who documented the proceedings in written and audio formats, were also present. The meeting opened with the Pledge of Allegiance and the approval of the minutes from the last meeting on April 16, 2024.

Mayor Peltier discussed replacing a fuel barrel at the maintenance shed due to sediment and rust issues. Superintendent Chriest updated on community initiatives, including the Village dumpster clean-up days, which had a modest turnout. He also mentioned the involvement of PLT students in a service day, helping with mulching at Reagan Park and Booth Park.

Chriest reported on the successful E-Waste and tire drop-off day, with enough items collected to fill four pallets. He suggested making this an annual event or encouraging residents to take items to the Whiteside County Highway Department. He also proposed selling a lot behind the Village Hall, currently occupied by trailers needing maintenance.

The meeting covered infrastructure and maintenance issues as well. After a recent storm, stray branches were collected, and a problem with a storm line on Market Street was noted, with plans to investigate further. Chief Strike updated on compliance with building and yard ordinances and ongoing discussions with property owners about maintenance and future plans.