8-17-99 tbAugust 17, 1999
The regular meeting of New Scandia Town Board was called to order
by Chairman, Dennis Seefeldt. The following Board Members were
also present: Chairman, Dennis Seefeldt, Vice Chairman, Paul
Rasmussen, Robert Jensen, Michael Hinz and Bruce McConoughey.
Consent Agenda
Robert Jensen made a motion to approve the following consent
agenda with the following corrections.
(1) Clerk's minuets have been presented for July 20, 1999
and August 3, 1999 Town Board and August 3, 1999,
Planning Commission.
(2) Approval of Treasurer's report
Balance July 1, 1999 $1,762,119.52
Receipts 587,099.48
Expenditures 337,790.06
Balance July 31, 1999 $2,011,428.94
(3) Approval of July vouchers
( 4 ) Adjournment
Michael Hinz seconded the motion and motion adopted unanimously.
Captain McGlothin/Washington Countv Sheriffs Department
Captain McGlothin reported the communication problems should be
corrected in approximately two (2) months. The board requested
that a report on the communication problems be submitted in
thirty (3 0 ) days
Dennis Seefeldt addressed the issue of parked cars along roadways
and that it is a violation of state statues. David Hebert,
Township Attorney stated state statue allows for the tagging and
towing of vehicles that are advertised for sale if they are
parked on public right-of-way. Captain McGlothin stated the
department would write warnings at first to educate the public.
The problems with the ATV noise at the George Lindgren Pit was
discussed and the citizens present with concerns were informed a
committee has been formed to review a Noise Ordinance.
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Resolution/Bondina For New Scandia Fire Rescue/Public Works
Paul Rasmussen made a motion to adopt and sign the Resolution
For the Issuance Of General Obligation Bonds in the amount of
1.2 million and call for a Special Election on September 14,
1999. Michael Hinz seconded the motion. Mr. Jensen and Mr.
McConoughey stated they had problems with the figures not the
building as the estimated cost is $1,753,828.00 and that the
township should bond for at least $1.5 million. Mr. Seefeldt
stated he was comfortable with the bond at $1.2 million and Mr.
Hinz expressed if the bids come way over the estimated cost, the
township would have to start over with the project.
Paul Rasmussen, yes, Michael Hinz, yes and Dennis Seefeldt, yes.
Robert Jensen, no, and Bruce McConoughey, no. Motion adopted.
Michael White/Park and Recreation
A discussion was held regarding the clean up of Jellums Bay on
Big Marine Lake. The adjoining property owners presented a
petition to propose to have the culvert replaced so that the bay
would and again be connected to Big Marine Lake as it was in the
past. Restoring the Bay will enable it to become a more
versatile body of water for people and wildlife. A letter would
be written to the Carnelian Marine Watershed regarding this
issue.
Robert Jensen made a motion to contact the Carnelian -Marine Tax
Increment Project and determine the feasibility and report be
furnished to the township. Bruce McConoughey seconded the motion
and motion adopted unanimously.
Letter of Credit/Jeff House
David Hebert, Township Attorney reported on the letter from
Carnelian Marine Water District and that Mr. Hebert had spoken to
Molly Shodeen form the Department of Natural Resources and he
stated Ms. Shodeen stated Mr. House has been cooperative
regarding the issue and that a Maintenance Agreement with
property owners will be completed soon. It was agreed the Town
Board shall monitor this another month.
Drainage on Pilar and Perkins
The township office was directed to contact Al Goodman regarding
the drainage problem from Mr. Kees and Mr. Froberg's driveway on
Pilar and Perkins.
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Well Update
Mr. Richard Foster, reviewed the problems with the Fire Station
Well. He stated all of the options would cost approximately
$200,000.00 to $220,000.00. Mr. Foster has contacted the
Department of Natural Resources about the possibility of drilling
into the Mt. Simon aquifer and that probably would produce the
500 gallons per minute. If you drill into Mt. Simon it could take
4 to 6 months. After many questions and discussion the options
will be discussed at the September 21, Town Board meeting.
Miller Avenue Extension
This land was acquired by the County under the provisions of the
Land and Water Conservation Act of 1965 to be developed and
maintained as public outdoor recreation land and the land was
transferred to New Scandia Township on the condition it be used
in perpetuity for outdoor recreation uses. Chisago Lakes
Township would have to replace with other recreation land and
Chisago Lakes Township would have to pursue all necessary actions
to do this and all costs involved. No action was taken on this
matter and tabled to a later date.
Partial Payment/Peoples Electric
Robert Jensen made a motion to approve the partial payment no.1
for Peoples Electric in the amount of $64,369.77. Michael Hinz
seconded the motion and motion adopted unanimously.
NSP Gas Permit
Robert Jensen made a motion to approve the NSP Gas Permits for
238th Street, Morgan and Pilar Road North. Paul Rasmussen
seconded the motion and motion adopted unanimously.
Bituminous Surfacing Petition For 180th Street and Keystone
A petition was presented for the surfacing of bituminous for
180th Street and Keystone. This borders, May, Hugo, Scandia and
the petition should be forwarded to the Road Committee.
James Range Wetland Violation
This should be reviewed by Washington County Soil and
Conservation and be placed on the next Town Board agenda.
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Graveling Of Township Roads
Mr. Jemelka should contact the Road Supervisor before he gavels
any township roads unless it is a emergency.
185th Street/Dust Control
The County had received complaints regarding the problem with
dust on 185th Street and .Ann Twerdo had inspected the road and
informed the township office of the problem. This issue was
discussed and the Town Board suggested the office contact
Washington County Public Works Department and ask the County to
pay for the application of dust control as 185th Street has been
a detour for the road construction on Olinda Trail.
Petition To Vacate 3rd Street In Scandia Addition
Robert Jensen made a motion to consider the petition for the
Street Vacation of 3rd Street in Scandia Addition. Michael Hinz
seconded the motion and motion adopted unanimously.
Meeting adjourned.
9D for erson
New Sca is Township Clerk