DAVIS JUNCTION — The Davis Junction Village Board met Tuesday, October 14, approving several resolutions, reviewing ongoing infrastructure projects, and receiving an update on the Tax Increment Financing (TIF) District.
Trustees approved spending $55,373 for construction of a new pavilion in the community park; a $3,976 change order for additional pavilion materials and labor; a $10,700 one-year lease for a robotic sports striping painting machine to evaluate cost-effectiveness; and the annual road salt purchase for public works. The trustees also approved the disposal of an old utility dropbox.
Officials provided an update on the village’s water system, noting that a significant leak along the village water main in a residential area went undetected for months. Staff said unusually green grass during a drought prompted an investigation, which revealed water entering some basements and required repairs. Officials said the leak had been difficult to locate and that additional monitoring and potential upgrades to the entry point meter are being considered to prevent similar issues.
Emergency utility work along the highway was delayed due to safety concerns. The board also discussed a potential street lighting project along the access road to the wastewater treatment plant. Residents of a nearby mobile home park offered to cover the $9,992 installation cost for three lights, leaving the village responsible for electricity and taxes at roughly $114 per month for 24 months. Trustees expressed support for improving safety but emphasized confirming costs before moving forward.
The village also reviewed the TIF District finances, established in 2016 and set to expire in 2039. The district’s frozen base value is $2.96 million, and 2024 property values total $358,237. The Dollar General store is the only private project, with $950,000 invested. The village has reimbursed the developer $135,577 of a maximum $200,000 using 70% of the annual tax increment. Fiscal year 2024 reports showed a negative fund balance of $1.31 million, with revenues exceeding expenses by roughly $3,000. Officials said reimbursements and growth remain on track, with the annual state-required report due later this month. Staff reported full-time employees recently completed emergency training at the village power plant
