4-19-05 tbApril 19, 2005
The New Scandia Town Board held their regular monthly meeting on this date. New Scandia
Town Board Chairman called the meeting to order. In attendance were Chairman Dennis
Seefeldt, Vice Chairman Michael Hinz, Michael Harnetty, Blair Joselyn and Nancy Madden:
CONSENT AGENDA
Blair Joselyn made a motion to approve the following consent agenda:
1. Clerk's minutes have been presented for Town Board 03-15-05 and 04-05-05 and
04-05-05 Planning Commission
2. Treasurer's report
Balance February 28, 2005 $1,696,614.47
Receipts 61,283.21
Expenditures 73,770.34
Balance March 31, 2005 $1,684,127.34
Michael Hinz seconded the motion and motion adopted unanimously.
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Dan Willius a Scandia resident and representative of the St. Croix Scenic Coalition responded to
Tom Boesel's recent request of rezone of his property on Hwy 95 to commercial status. He stated
that he hoped the Town Board would consider Mr. Boesel's request for commercial zoning along
Hwy 95 in the context of the recent designation of Hwy 95 as a "Minnesota Scenic Byway". He
also expressed that the Town Board take to heart the message they saw and heard recently in the
Conservation Fund's video about preserving community character.
FIRE CHIEF/PETER NORA
Nancy Madden made a motion to approve the purchase of eight (8) ceiling fans for the Fire
Rescue/Public Works Department in the amount of $8,000.00, which includes installation.
Michael Harnetty seconded the motion and motion adopted unanimously.
PARK AND RECREATION/BLAIR JOSELYN
Jan Hogle and Deb Campobasso from the Park and Recreation Committee presented the
information regarding the 2005 Summer Program. The Town Board questioned the coordinator
salary options and this was referred back to the Salary Committee.
Nancy Madden made a motion to approve the Summer Program for 2005 in the amount of
$825.00 for the Cleat Kids and $3,000.00 for the Spark Program. Blair Joselyn seconded
the motion and motion adopted unanimously.
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A discussion was held regarding the BMX Track with problems digging large holes, trash,
starting of fires in the adjoining woods and the removing of survey stakes on adjoining property.
A memo was received from the Park and Recreation stating the following: Recommend that since
the BMX group failed to fulfill its side of the agreement from last fall to construct the mounds,
the dirt should be leveled. The Park and Recreation will reconsider the need for a BMX facility
as part of the Comprehensive Parks Plan.
Blair Joselyn made a motion to remove the piles of dirt and clean up the trash and
surrounding area where the BMX Track was located. With the addition to invite the
parents of the BMX Track users to the May 3, 2005 Town Board Meeting. Michael Hinz
Seconded the motion and motion adopted unanimously.
Blair Joselyn made a motion to install new matting in the women's bathroom at the Skating
Facility in the amount of $250.00. Michael Hinz seconded the motion and motion adopted
unanimously.
The following was submitted by Dresel Contracting: $8.50 per ton for Modified, $12.50 for
Crushed Limestone and $10.50 for Class 5 or 6 Gravel. It was agreed to re -advertise for the
Gravel Bid for the year of 2005.
ROAD SUPERVISOR/MICHAEL HINZ
Nancy Madden made a motion to appoint Tom Boesel to the Road Committee. Michael
Harnetty seconded the motion and motion adopted unanimously.
OPEN FORUM FOR TOWN BOARD MEETINGS
It was agreed to add an Open Forum at the beginning of all New Scandia Township Meetings.
NORTHLAND SECURITIES/BUILDING CROSSOVER REFUNDING
Monte Eastvold representative from Northland Securities reviewed the Crossover Refunding for
the $690,000.00 for G.O. Building Fund for the New Scandia Township Fire/Rescue and Public
Works Building. The savings for the refunding would be $24,237.97.
Michael Harnetty made a motion to approve Resolution Number 04-19-05-01 Awarding the
Sale of $690,000.00 for Obligation Building Crossover Refunding Bonds, Series 2005A:
Nancy Madden seconded the motion and motion adopted unanimously.
Blair Joselyn made a motion to approve the contract with Northland Securities for
Awarding the Sale of $690,000.00 G.O. Building Bonds for the New Scandia Township
Fire/Rescue and Public Works Building. Michael Hinz seconded the motion and motion
adopted unanimously.
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April 19, 2005
Mr. Anderson and property owners on 196"' Street requested removal of the boulders blocking the
public access to Big Marine Lake that are across Ash Lane where it meets 196t" Street. Mr.
Anderson stated this parcel of land was dedicated to the public for a public access to Big Marine
Lake. The residents also said that 196t" Street is so narrow that if they park on the street it is not
passable for emergency vehicles. It was suggested that the boulders be removed and a barrier of
posts 20 to 30 feet from the road be placed and leave an area wide enough for a snowmobile to
get through. The Town Board would view the area on April 30"'. It was also suggested by
Robert Davies to consider a Shoreline Management Plan for the area probably with some native
plantings.
KEITH GREENWALDT/HAWKINSON BUSINESS PARK
Mr. Keith Greenwaldt has a Conditional Use Permit for his building located in the Hawkinson
Business Park and he questioned instead of a chain link fence could he install a fence with solid
walls. Mr. Greenwaldt stated he was suppose to install a brick front on the building 4 feet and he
requested to install the brick to the height of the door hardware. Mr. Greenwaldt was informed he
could install the brick to the door hardware. Nancy Madden and Dennis Seefedlt would view the
fence issue and make a decision on the type of fence.
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A discussion was held regarding an ordinance revision addressing Cluster Development and the
100% bonus in Agriculture Zone. The requirement of a certificate of compliance for agriculture
buildings and accessory buildings within six feet of the principal building. These issues will be
reviewed at the May 18, 2005 scheduled Workshop with the Planning Commission.
REIMBURSEMENT POLICY FOR NEW SCANDIA TOWNSHIP
Michael Hinz presented the revised Reimbursement Policy for Town Board Members and
Planning Commission Members.
Michael Hinz made a motion to approve the Reimbursement Policy with corrections and
effective date for April 1, 2005 for Town Board Meeting rate and subject of review by David
Hebert Township Attorney under Minnesota Statues 367.05 if compensation is effective on
the date established by the Town Board. Nancy Madden seconded the motion and motion
adopted unanimously.
Nancy Madden made a motion to adjourn.
Dolores Peterson
New Scand I ownship Clerk