10-20-98 tbOctober 20, 1998
New Scandia Town Board meeting was called to order by Chairman,
Dennis Seefeldt. The following Board Members were also present:
Dennis Seefeldt, Chairman, Paul Rasmussen, Vice Chairman, Robert
Jensen, Kevin Nickelson and Bruce McConoughey.
Paul Rasmussen made a motion to approve the following consent
agenda:
(1) CALL TO ORDER
(2) CLERK'S MINUTES HAVE BEEN PRESENTED FOR 9/15/98 AND
10/6/98 TOWN BOARD AND 10/6/98 PLANNING COMMISSION
(3) APPROVAL OF TREASURER'S REPORT
BALANCE SEPTEMBER 1, 1998 $1,432,590.83
RECEIPTS 16,025.69
EXPENDITURES 99,300.00
ADJUSTMENTS TRANSFER FROM MM - 5,000.00
DEPOSIT TO CHECKING 5,000.00
BALANCE $1,349,316.52
(4) APPROVAL OF OCTOBER VOUCHERS
(5) ADJOURNMENT
Robert Jensen seconded the motion and motion adopted unanimously.
Steve Spence/Fine Chief
Steve Spence again voiced his concerns regarding receiving
emergency pager signals by the Fire Department and questioned the
hand purchase and well progress for the Fire Department.
Mike White/Park and Recreation Committee
Mr. White stated the Park and Recreation Committee is working on
a inventory of Lakes, park property, trails and maps for the
Comprehensive Plan the committee does not have the expertise or
time to complete this project. Mr. White was informed to contact
March Weigle, Township Planner and ask this project. Mr. White
was informed to contact, Marc Weigle, Township Planner and ask
for assistance on the project.
Mr. White stated the Park and Recreation Committee is reviewing
park land dedication and fees for major subdivisions.
Tom Peterson/Township Engineer
Mr. Peterson reported the culvert under the road by William Bruce
property has been completed as Mr. Bruce requested this be
changed as there would to much drainage on his property. Mr.
Mark Mueller is agreeable to allow a turn -around on his property
and the Engineering Firm will do the surveying and stake the area
for the turn -around.
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Robert Jensen made a motion to approve partial payment number 2
to R. E. Peterson in the amount of $98,970.27. Paul Rasmussen
seconded the motion and motion adopted unanimously.
Robert Jensen made a motion to approve the payment to Scandia
Trucking in the amount of $1,953.20. Bruce McConoughey seconded
the motion and motion adopted unanimously.
Tom Peterson reviewed the revised Feasibility Report for the 1999
Road Project. The revised figures for the collector road
assessment is $634.00 and non collector $1903.00.
Robert Jensen made a motion to accept the revised Feasibility
Report and approve the amendment to Resolution No. 10-6-98
referring to the changed date of the Notice of Hearing of
Improvement to November 24, 1998. Kevin Nickelson seconded the
motion and motion adopted unanimously.
Tom Peterson reported he had contacted Scandia Trucking/Roger
Rydeen regarding the removal of the cul-du-sac on Pomroy Avenue
in Riverview Estates.
Kevin Nickelson made a motion the township shall plow the new
Pomroy Avenue in Maple Hills Plat. Paul Rasmussen seconded the
motion and motion adopted unanimously.
David Hebert/Township Attorney
Mr. Hebert reported on the vacant home on Quality Trail and
stated he has had no response from the mortgage company.
Mr. Hebert had reviewed the TIF Agreements with Washington County
Housing and Redevelopment Authority, authorizing funding for road
projects in the Carnelian/Marine Watershed area and the
agreements meet the specifications for signing.
Kevin Nickelson made a motion to sign the TIF Agreements with
Washington County Housing and Redevelopment Authority. Robert
Jensen seconded the motion and motion adopted unanimously.
Resolution Adopting The New Scandia Township Comprehensive Plan
Kevin Nickelson made a motion to adopt the Resolution Adopting
the Updated New Scandia Township Comprehensive Plan. Robert
Jensen seconded the motion and motion adopted unanimously.
Mr. Hebert reported the Franchise Cable Commission shall hold a
Public Hearing for the transfer of the Cable Television
Franchise.
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It was agreed to interview for the Road Committee and Park
Committee on November 17, 1998 at 6:45 p.m.
Kevin Nickelson reported that he is recommending the purchase of
a new tractor with a combination of a rotary mower and loader for
the approximate cost of $65,000.00. Paul Rasmussen suggested
that Mr. Nickelson present the net cost of a new tractor with the
trade-in at the November 17, 1998 Town Board meeting.
Robert Jensen made a motion to approve the buried telephone cable
on Lakamga Trail for GTE Telephone Company. Bruce McConoughey
seconded the motion and motion adopted unanimously.
Vacation Of Ash Lane
Bruce McConoughey made a motion to adopt the Resolution for
the vacation of Ash Lane in Beckstrom Addition and hold a Public
Hearing on December 15, 1998. Robert Jensen seconded the motion
and motion adopted unanimously.
Pay Equity
David Hebert recommended to engage Labor Relation Associates to
review the comparable worth for the Office Staff and Maintenance
Department for the township the estimated cost of $1,000.00.
Kevin Nickelson made a motion to engage a consultant to review
the Pay Equity point system and the fees do not exceed $1,000.00.
Paul Rasmussen second the motion and motion adopted unanimously.
Paul Rasmussen made a motion to adjourn. Bruce McConoughey
seconded the motion and motion unanimously.
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