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March 12, 2007 Regular Meeting
Town of Apple River
Meeting Minutes 3-12-07
Members: Chairman: Dan Carlson, Supervisors: Dave Waterman & Ken
Chapdelaine
Treasurer: Linda Peterson, Clerk: Ken Sample
Prior to Regular Meeting a candidate forum for the election of 4-3-07
was held.
Prior to the Regular Meeting District 119 officials made a
presentation and addressed questions from the community on 4-3-07
referendum.
Prior to the Regular Meeting County Officials facilitated a four
question survey for a “Strategic Planning Process.”
Regular meeting called to order at 8:15PM with roll call indicating
all members present.
Verification of public notice provided by clerk and February minutes
were moved, seconded and approved 3-0.
Clerk reported on format of new books for financial records and
minutes. Letter from Polk County Hwy Dept. on items of interest and
registration provided. Information of Wisconsin Asphalt Pavement Assc.
seminar and registrations procedures provided.
Information on Smart Growth and options for development presented and
forwarded to Planning Commission. Information on placement of new
two-sided fire signs presented.
Motion was moved, seconded and approved 3-0 to accept clerk report.
Treasurer gave update on cash on hand, collections and pay outs and
available funds. Motion to accept treasurer report was moved,
seconded and approved 3-0.
Vouchers were reviewed and a motion to pay was moved seconded and
approved 3-0.
Public Comment:
Ansel Johnson inquired as to why the town purchases salt/sand from
Lincoln when it cost more. Board explained it was done out of
convenience and there was an offset on truck and load time. Fritz
Coulter suggested that board consider an alternate location for the
annual meeting should there be a large turn-out. Board will stay with
current location and schedule future annuals when current facility
inadequate. LaVerne Stauner expressed dissatisfaction with not making
tax list available in a timely manner and not mailing out notification
of Board of Review dates.
Road Committee submitted Minimum Road Standard Ordinance for review
and possible action at next meeting. Also submitted five year road
plan and possible considerations for TRIP applications. Fritz Coulter
will be attending a Road Maintenance Seminar. Road signs and road
acceptance were discussed.
Election Committee update was given for upcoming election on 4-3-07.
Fire Dept reported 3 runs, 2 motor vehicle and 1 accident on Cty Road
D. Inquired of board the process for advertising for bids to sell
fire vehicle. Fire Chief will advertise for bids and direct bids to
be submitted to board for opening and sold subject to board approval.
1st Responders had 11 calls, 10 medical and 1 vehicle.
During Highway Dept discussion a mention of flooding was brought up.
Chair will call county about opening culvert.
Planning Commission: Met on Feb 26th to attend Strategic Planning
Committee in Amery. Smart Growth grant still unknown. County will be
starting some workshops on Smart Growth in April. Next meeting is
March 24th 7:00PM with discussion on Element 1. Issues and
opportunities will be discussed. Discussion and review of Smart
Growth action options will be discussed. Clerk to post meeting.
Comparisons of the Amery Strategic Planning and Apple River meeting
were held.
Old Business: Fire Dept. Policy and Fee Schedule: Motion moved,
seconded and approved 3-0 to have Fire Chief provide copy of by-laws
and fee schedule to board members after the 4-3-07 election and the
item be placed on the April 16th agenda under old business. Treasurer
bonding has been requested and will be provided in the amount of
$175,000. Motion moved, seconded and approved to adopt the Bonding
Policy 1-2007. This was on agenda as New Business. Liability Limits
were discussed and board agreed to require all contractors carry a
minimum of $1,000,000 liability coverage. This does not affect
requirements under Road Maintenance Contract. Motion was moved,
seconded and approved 3-0 for $1,000,000 coverage. Flag Display:
Board discussed options of displaying the American Flag. It was
moved, seconded and approved 3-0 to display American Flag on the south
wall of the Town Hall.
New Business: Board reviewed and approved Pollworkers list on a
motion moved, seconded and approved 3-0. Information introduced on
2010 Census Program. It will be forwarded to new board at the April
Meeting. Discussion between Fire Chief and board related to a capital
purchase of extrication equipment. The board moved, seconded and
approved 3-0 for the Fire Chief be granted the authority to expend up
$5,500 of current Capital Expenditure funds with the understanding
that the money will be replaced, in full, with funds derived from
future fund raisers. Current fund raiser money of $248.40 will also be
included. Discussion on safety of corner County Road H and 125th Ave
resulted in Board approving a letter be sent to County Highway
Commissioner Steve Warmdahl as an entry level inquiry about options
available. Motion moved, seconded and approved 3-0 to approve the
mailing of the letter.
Supervisor Reports: Board discussed cutting on 120th St. Also
discussed 150th Ave-110th St and a soft spot that may require some
more gravel. Next meeting April 16th with Annual Meeting starting at
6:30PM with Regular Meeting to follow.
Motion moved, seconded and approved to adjourn at 9:15PM
Minutes submitted by Clerk Ken Sample