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August 14, 2006 Regular Board Meeting Part II
Regular Board Meeting Part II
8:00 PM August 14, 2006
Members: Chairman: Dan Carlson, Supervisors: Dave Waterman & Ken
Chapdelaine
Treasurer: Linda Peterson, Clerk: Ken Sample
The meeting was called to order at 8:00PM. Roll call indicated all
board members, clerk, and treasurer present. There was a verification
of public notice and minutes from the 7-10-06 were approved as
amended.
Clerk Report:
1. Acknowledged receipt of approval of sub-divisions for Michael
Markee, Steven Volgren, & Lester Carlson.
2. Insurance Update: Workers compensation insurance increased $11 by
adding Election Workers, and Fire Dept. auto insurance increased $202
by adding 1999 Ford.
3. Bridge Inspection reports were provided to all board members.
4. Notice of “Permanent Rule Making Notice” public hearing regarding
application and criteria for obtaining major catastrophe assistance.
5. Application for Assessor position was introduced for interest.
6. Propane cost and purchase plans were reviewed, forwarded to new
business.
7. Training on “Local Budget & Personnel Workshop” was introduced,
members Dan Carlson, Ken Chapdelaine, and Ken Sample expressed
interest and plan on attending. Ken Sample to handle registration.
8. Corrected Legal Notice was read regarding Woodley Dam and date for
public hearing was presented. Tuesday August 29, 2006 at 5:00PM at
West Conference Room of the Government Center in Balsam Lake.
9. Document from Dept. of Admin for WI. indicated Town of Apple River
population was recorded as 1067 in 2000 and now 1150 in 2006.
10. Received check for Park fund for $350 and Insurance refund for
$262.
11. Bulletin for White Ash Prot. & Rehab Annual Meeting Aug.19 was
put on display.
12. Clerk made inquires about copy machine maintenance and received
permission to initiate requests for routine maintenance.
Treasurer Report was provided by Linda Petersen and is recorded in
Budget Book. There were no questions.Motion was made seconded and
approved by 3-0 vote.
Chairman Dan Carlson moved a motion that the $248.40 received from
scrap in cleaning up Fire Station property be given to the Fire Dept
to spend as they see fit for personal or truck equipment. Seconded by
Ken C. Approved by vote of 3-0.
Motion was made, seconded, and approved 3-0 to approve vouchers as
submitted.
Public Comments: Fritz Coulter asked how the $50,000 transfer
approved last month will be reflected on financial statements and
several other questions regarding financial aids that are still
forthcoming in the year 2006.
Committee Reports:
Planning Committee: Steve Arduser reported that the planning
committee met on 7-24 and talked about 2006 Grant Applications,
Livestock Siting, completed surveys and mailed, culverts and
driveways, next meeting 8-28 at 7:00PM to continue with Livestock
Siting, culverts and driveway, and Uniform Dwelling Maintenance Code
with Building Inspector.
Road Committee: It was discussed that additional road projects are
contingent on updating current expenses. Determined that 110th would
not be chip sealed, TRIP on 113th and costs, shoulder work on 110th by
Brusher Lake.
Election: Discussion was held on training status and unavailability
of new voting machines. Chairman Dan Carlson explained overages on
election expenses.
Ambulance: Everything OK no information to report.
Department Reports:
Fire Dept., Jeff Green gave report, 9 calls in July. Fundraiser
total for Jaws of Life $4282.
New truck coming in about 4 weeks. Pancake breakfast is Aug. 26 as
fundraiser-6AM to 12 Noon. Anderson grant requires additional info.
1st responders:
8 runs in July, 5 medical, 3 other, all runs successful.
Highway Dept: Greg reported entire town mowing has been completed
for two rounds. Identified beaver problems and possible solution.
113th preparation complete.
New Business:
Bids were opened for 113th project. Cemstone Ready Mix $22,900,
Belisle Excavating $22,270, Cebery Excavating $14,566, Greg’s
Excavating $12,452. Motion was moved, seconded and approved 3-0 to
award bid to Greg’s Excavating.
Carl Hedfeld presented information regarding a CSM for Irving Arlen
in Section 5. The matter could not be resolved. Carl will research
further and come back for September meeting.
Resolution for Application for Multi-jurisdictional Grant- Bob
Kazmierski presented info requesting that the Town of Apple River
participate. Funding and advantages of participating were discussed at
length. Motion was moved, seconded and approved 3-0 to approve the
resolution. Clerk to mail copy to Bob and post as required.
County Land Management-Sara McCurdy-Parcel Mapping - Sara gave
overview of Parcel mapping, explained advantages, possible obstacles,
funding options for $11 per parcel fee, other town participation, and
addressed questions from board and committee members. Referred to
Planning Commission for review and comment. Sara McCurdy will send
resolution to Chair, clerk, and planning commission.
Treasurer and Clerk made presentation to justify purchasing 2 lap top
computers with printers. Board approved, 3-0, purchase up to $3500
for computers and associated required tax software.
Fire Hall- A proposal was presented from Northland Trucking to
repair Fire hall roof that leaks on a continuum. The amount was
$3502.15. Motion was moved, seconded, and approved 3-0 to go ahead
with roof repairs with Northland Construction.
Propane Purchase- It was discussed and recommended that we purchase
propane at the same level of our 2005 purchase. That will be
approximately 3750 as we have a credit on that account.
Old Business:
Budget: It was decided to convene a work session for the budget at
7:00 PM on Sept. 11, 2006 preceding the regular scheduled board
meeting at 8:00PM. Clerk reviewed handouts for budgeting timeframes
and procedures. Board will go forward with current levy and statute
approved increases if budget requires.
Web Site- Update provided by Kerry Brian that content has been
identified and he will proceed with identifying a provider and
establishing a account.
NIMS Emergency Plan-Clerk gave info about survey and emergency plan
requirements to chair to coordinate with Duane Stone to complete and
submit to Kathy Poirier. It was moved, seconded, and approved 3-0 to
adopt the “A Resolution to Adopt the National Incident Management
System (NIMS).”
Livestock Siting Ordinance- Referred back to Planning Commission for
further review.
3-0.
Planning Commission Ordinance- It was moved, seconded, approved 3-0
to adopt Planning Committee Ordinance.
Supervisor Reports: TRIP Program discussed, 110th St., East White Ash
Lane has a big hole in turn around area,
Next Board Meeting Sept. 11,2006, two part, budget at 7:00PM with
Regular to follow at 8:00PM.
Meeting adjourned at 10:20PM