7-15-97 tbJuly 15, 1997
The regular meeting of New Scandia Town Board meeting was called
to order by Chairman, Charles Nordin. The following Board Member
were present: Charles Nordin, Chairman, Paul Rasmussen, Vice
Chairman, Robert Jensen, Kevin Nickelson and Dennis Seefeldt.
Paul Rasmussen made a motion to accept the following consent
agenda:
1. Call to order
2. Clerk's minutes have been presented for 06/15/97 and
07/01/97 Town Board and 07/01/97 Planning Commission
3. Treasurer's Report
Balance June 1, 1997 $908,541.30
Receipts 18,663.63
Expenditures 55,024.50
Adjustments - 150.00
$872,030.43
4. Payment of July Vouchers
S. Adjournment
Robert Jensen seconded the motion and motion adopted unanimously.
Steve Spence/Fire Chief
Mr. Spence presented a agreement to be signed by the township for
the New Scandia Fire and Rescue Department to join the Capital
Mutual Aid and Regional Association. David Hebert would review
the document and this item will be on the agenda for August 5,
1997 Town Board meeting.
Water Supply
Tom Peterson, Township Engineer read a letter addressing the
water supply for the Fire Department. He addressed both a new
well and holding tanks. This item will be reviewed on the August
12, 1997, Special Meeting to discuss the water supply for the
Fire Department.
Ms. Maria Hinz questioned the two private wells and the
possibility of joining the two companies and install a water
tower. Ms. Hinz was informed this had been investigated and
presently we are not even close to the capacity of a water tower.
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Park and Recreation Committee
Ms. Shirley Sova informed the board she was not asking for a
extension on the Park Board for trail purposes. She expressed
her thanks to the board for her years of service on the Park and
Recreation Committee.
Playground Equipment
Mr Mike White requested one spring toy, back hoe digger and 2
frame bike racks for the parks.
Robert Jensen made a motion to approve the outdoor playground
equipment for the parks not to exceed $1500.00. Kevin Nickelson
seconded the motion and motion adopted unanimously.
Mr. Mike White informed the board that before any payment is made
to Premier Playground Equipment the township must receive
warranties for the equipment. Mr. Mike White and Mr. David
Hebert would contact the Premier Playground Equipment regarding
the warranties.
Mr. Mike White requested a $500.00 allowance for mapping,
informational meetings and studies regarding the trail through
Wm O'Brien State Park. This item was tabled.
Water Softener For Skating Facility
Robert Jensen made a motion to purchase the Water Softener from
Culligan for the amount of $1349.00 and to be paid from the
General Fund. Paul Rasmussen seconded the motion and motion
adopted unanimously.
Paul Rasmussen made a motion to change the Park Board meetings to
the second Monday of each month. Robert Jensen seconded the
motion and motion adopted unanimously.
Tom Peterson/Township Engineer
Kevin Nickelson made a motion to accept the revised sealcoating
and patching estimate in the amount of $58,824.00 and authorize
advertisement of bids with opening on August 5,- 1997. Robert
Jensen seconded the motion and motion adopted unanimously.
Pilar Road
Mr. Tom Peterson reviewed the letter addressing Pilar Road
Improvements due to drainage problems on the road. Mr. Peterson
I recommended two options to correct the drainage on the east end
of Pilar and other low points near the Firkus and Wolner homes.
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Pilar Road also needs additional gravel along the entire length
of the road. A letter will be sent to all residents from 15659
Pilar Road to the east end of Pilar and inform them that this
will discussed on the August 19th Town Board meeting.
Olinda Lane and Oland Speed Bumps
Due to excessive speeding on Olinda Lane and Oland residents of
Olinda Lane have written letters requesting speed bumps be
installed on Olinda Lane. Tom Peterson stated that speed bumps
are not a traffic control that is certified by the state and this
could be a hazardous condition on the road. It was agreed to
take traffic counts on Olinda Lane and Oland and request that
Washington County Sheriffs Department patrol these street. The
board also suggested the residents prepare a petition requesting
to lower the speed limit and this would be sent into the State of
Minnesota.
Kevin Nickelson/Road Committee
Mower
Mr. Nickelson suggested the purchase of the demo mower to mow
roadsides in the amount of $9,792.00. The board suggest Mr.
Nickelson to request a quote for a new mower.
Replacement Of Culverts On Driveways
It was agreed the township shall replace culverts if needed on
driveways when there is a Road Improvement Project or a Road
Upgrade.
Budget For Road And Bridge
Mr. Nickelson informed the board that the Road Committee voted to
include a addition to the township garage and purchase of
certificates of indebtness for a new grader in the 1998 budget.
Curt Hadland/MNDOT Community Roadside Landscaping Program
Curt Hadland presented a example of a project application for the
MNDOT Community Roadside Landscaping Partnership Program with
goals and a scope of the proposed project. He explained to the
Town Board that the township may withdraw or postpone the project
with no obligation if we decide not to submit a formal
application, but if the township is even going to consider the
program the township must send in a resolution or letter
authorizing application and primary contact person.
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Dennis Seefeldt made a motion to prepare a letter or resolution
to the MNDOT Community Roadside Landscaping Partnership Program.
Kevin Nickelson seconded the motion and motion adopted
unanimously.
Maria Hinz
Ms Hinz addressed the board with the possibility of purchasing
properties that are for sale that adjoins the Community Center
and a piece of property on Big Marine Lake/Larkspur Avenue.
No action was taken.
Joyce Kramer/Reconsideration of A Variance
Ms. Joyce Kramer was requesting a reconsideration of the variance
that was denied at the June 3, 1997. She informed the board that
the area where she will be grazing her horse are not wetlands and
she also presented a letter from Jyneen Thatcher, Washington
County Soil and Water Conservation.
Mr. David Hebert also reviewed his letter stating several
sections of the town zoning code applicable to this request.
In conclusion his opinion was the Town Board may, in its
discretion, grant or deny the permit based on its view as to the
manner in which the ordinance should be enforced.
Dennis Seefeldt stated that there was a storage of acreage and
asked if Ms. Kramer would consider to acquire another acre from
the adjoining property owner. Ms. Kramer stated she had spoken
to them and they were not willing to lease and did not want to
sell any small acreage. Mr. Seefeldt was concerned as this is
mostly wooded and the wetland drains into Sand Lake to Wm O'Brien
and then into the St. Croix River and questioned the alternative
that Mr. Charles Ellis discussed at the June 3, 1997 Planning
Commission, regarding fencing.
Paul Rasmussen made a motion to accept the Planning Commission
recommendation of June 3, 1997 follows: To construct a 240
square foot horse barn 90 feet from a wetland versus the required
200 foot setback on the grounds that is the most suitable
location for configuration of the property. Conditions are that
New Scandia's Ordinance 730.01 will be followed in regards to
manure management. Pindi as a e no comment or concerns fromet�
neighbors. Pau-1—Rasmusa4irr'seconded the motion but that only one
horse is allowed unless additional property is leased or
purchased. Dennis Seefeldt made the following amendment to the
motion: That a fence be installed north of the wetlands as
delineated by Jayneen Thatcher. No second on the amendment, so
amendment failed. Kevin Nickelson voted yes, Paul Rasmussen, yes
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Charles Nordin, yes. Dennis Seefeldt, voted no, Robert Jensen,
no. Motion adopted.
Planning Assistance Grant
Kevin Nickelson made a motion to apply for a local planning
assistance grant in the amount of $20,250.00 through the
Metropolitan Council. Paul Rasmussen seconded the motion and
motion adopted unanimously.
Dresel Pit
Dennis Seefeldt gave a report on the findings of Dresel Pit. He
stated the following the slope reclamation on the north side of
the pit is not finished. He has mined several feet below the 929
feet level and he is using material from Highway 52 to use for
reclamation. A letter will be written to Mr. Bruce Dresel
regarding these issues.
Tower Ordinance
A Public Hearing will be held on August 5, 1997 before the
Planning Commission and Town Board for the Tower Ordinance.
Tim Larkey Well Usage
The clerk was informed to inform Mr. Larkey there is no change in
the usage of the new well.
Local Water Management Organization
The clerk read a letter from Mark Doneux, Water Resource
Specialist and the Township does have approval letters from the
Rice Creek Watershed District and the Forest Lake Water
Management Organization. The township still needs approval from
Met Council, Carnelian -Marine Watershed District and Marine On St
Croix Watershed Management Organization. Once we receive
approval from the organizations, the Township will need to
formally adopt the Local Water Plan and begin implementing the
actions specified in the plan and within six months of adoption
or in accordance to the schedule provided in the plan, local
ordinances will need to be amended or adopted.
Reduction Of Letter Of Credit For Bone Lake Estates Plat
Kevin Nickelson made a motion to reduce the letter of credit
for Bone Lake Estates on the plat to $5,000.00. Dennis Seefeldt
seconded the motion and motion adopted unanimously.
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Reduction Of Letter Of Credit For Williamsburg Plat
Kevin Nickelson made a motion to reduce the letter of credit
for Williamsburg Plat to $1,000.00 upon payment of all Township
costs incurred to date. Paul Rasmussen seconded the motion and
motion adopted unanimously.
Valley Paving Final Payment
Paul Rasmussen made a motion to authorize Washington County to
make final payment to Valley Paving in the amount of $194,483.77,
less previous payments. Robert Jensen seconded the motion and
motion adopted unanimously.
Tower Asphalt Payment
Kevin Nickelson made a motion to approve partial payment to Tower
Asphalt in the amount of $155,737.49. Robert Jensen seconded the
motion and motion adopted unanimously.
The Budget Meeting shall be held on August 13, 1997 at 7:00 p.m.
Dolores rson
New Scan a Township Clerk