The Lakeview Village Council got its first look at the architectural drawings of the new village building in its meeting Monday night. The drawings, provided by Beasley Architecture and Design, were given to Village Administrator Dave Scott so he could provide more information about the drain elevation in the construction area.
Zoning Officer Gary Bias told the council that he made 110 contacts in March. He also granted five building permits, including two for single-family dwellings. He also informed the council that the new zoning map has been completed and is now on display at the temporary village office. He also recommended that meetings for the Zoning Appeals Board and the Planning Commission be held.
Village Administrator Scott requested the council to authorize posting for an additional Water and Street Department worker. He said that since the tornado, his department is down three employees. The council approved the posting.
Scott also said the village’s insurance carrier recommended the village pay for the removal of the fire department antenna, which was damaged during recent bad weather. Since the village has had several claims, including a $15,000 claim to replace a broken water plant ladder, the relatively minor cost to the village of removing the antenna would save it from possible rate hikes. The council approved paying for the removal of the damaged antenna.
Scott updated the council on the Midway water line replacement. Scott said that he expects digging for one more section of the water system, possibly impacting US Route 33. He said that there are three 100-year-old water supply mains that need to be replaced.
Fire Chief Joe Ferryman introduced firefighter Derek Thurman of Jackson Center to the council and asked them to approve his hiring, bringing the department to 17 firefighters. The council approved the hire.
He also updated the council on his search for a replacement truck for the ladder truck that was damaged in September 2024. He said he is looking at a pumper/rescue engine from a department in Pennsylvania. He also said the $170,000 price was negotiable. Additionally, he is looking to replace his pumper truck. Ferryman said he will seek grants to offset the cost of the trucks.
In her report to the council, Mayor Elaine Fagan-Moore said the Seniors Helping Seniors program will be held on May 19. The program, started last year by Fagan-Moore, allows graduating seniors to complete the service hours required for graduation. She said she has been working with Indian Lake Superintendent Rob Underwood and the principals of the three schools to organize the event.
Last year, approximately 14 students, along with village officials, helped two village residents with landscaping and small odd jobs around their homes. This year, she expects to have closer to 20 students. Mayor Fagan-Moore talks about the program:
Nominations are being accepted at the village offices, and the selection will be made in the next few weeks.
The next Lakeview Village Council meeting will be held on Monday, May 4, 2026, at 6:00 PM. The meeting is open to the public.
