8-07-01 tbAugust 7, 2001
The regular New Scandia Town Board meeting was called to order by Chairman, Dennis
Seefeldt. The following Board Members were also present: Paul Rasmussen, Vice
Chairman, Michael Hinz, Nancy Madden and John Martineau.
Jeff Sandager/Historical Marker Site
Jeff Sandager presented a sketch of a plan to landscape restoration of the fence and
painting of fence for the Historical Marker Site. Mr. Sandager expressed his desire to
install a picnic table on the site towards the Hay Lake Museum. Mr. Sandager was
informed this could be feasible, but the township has not acquired that parcel of land
from Washington County as of this date. Abrahamson Nursery would supply the
landscaping material at the cost of $920.00.
Nancy Madden made a motion to approve the restoration project for the Historical
Marker Site and the amount of landscaping material for $920.00 be paid by New
Scandia Township. Paul Rasmussen seconded the motion and motion adopted
unanimously.
Michael Hermes/Scandia Marine Lions
Mr. Hermes representing Scandia/Marine Lions stated the Lions are considering to build
a Picnic Shelter similar to the one at the Washington County Fair Grounds. Mr. Hermes
was informed that the site by the Hay Lake Museum would be appropriate for the shelter
and as of this date the township has not acquired this parcel of land.
Lindell Excavating Quote For Bituminous Surfacing
The Clerk had been directed to acquire a quote from Lindell Excavating for the
bituminous surfacing of the parking lot by the Fire Hall located on Oakhill Road. The
quote was $6940.00. The board made a decision not to bituminous surface the parking
lot at this time and the township shall resolve if there still is a need for the Drop -Off
Recycling.
Spring Creek River Resolution
Michael Hinz made a motion to approve and sign Resolution No. 8-7-01-01. A
Resolution Providing For Funding For The St. Croix river Stewardship Plan.
Nancy Madden seconded the motion and motion adopted unanimously.
Tax Forfeited Parcel
Nancy Madden made a motion to acquire tax forfeited parcels 31-032-20-11-0066
and 31-032-20-11-0067 in Holiday Beach Addition. Paul Rasmussen seconded the
motion.
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Harold Johnson the resident next to these parcels stated that on his deed there is an
easement for access to Big Marine Lake over Lots 16 and 17, Holiday Beach.
Nancy Madden made a motion to table this subject until the August 21st Town
Board meeting and Mr. Johnson will supply a copy of his deed to the township office
and Mr. Hebert this subject. Dennis Seefeldt seconded the motion and motion
adopted unanimously.
Review Of Proposed Budget For The Year Of 2002
Michael Hinz stated the Fire Fund should be increased in the amount of $5,000.00 to
$7,000.00. There was some discussion regarding the expenses and it was agreed the Fire
Department would supply the township office with a line item budget, before the
reconvened Annual Meeting.
Nancy Madden made a motion to increase the Fire Fund $5,000.00. Michael Hinz
seconded the motion. Nancy Madden, yes, Michael Hinz, yes and Dennis Seefeldt,
yes. John Martineau, no and Paul Rasmussen, no, motion adopted.
John Martineau made a motion to approve the 2002 Budget with the amendment to
the budget and present the budget at the reconvened Annual Meeting for approval.
Nancy Madden seconded the motion and motion adopted unanimously.
Vacation Of Third Avenue In Plat Of Scandia
Paul Rasmussen made a motion to approve Resolution 08-07-01 calling for a
Hearing of Vacation of 3rd Avenue in the Plat of Scandia. John Martineau seconded
the motion and motion adopted unanimously.
Xcel Energy Permits
Michael Hinz made a motion to approve the installation of overhead pole line on
236th Street for Xcel Energy. Nancy Madden seconded the motion and motion
adopted unanimously.
Citizens Communications
Paul Rasmussen made a motion to approve buried telephone cable for Citizens
Communications on Ozark Avenue, 209th Street,15510 215th Street and replacing a
defective service drop to 22855 Meadowbrook Avenue. Michael Hinz seconded the
motion and motion adopted unanimously.
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Workshop For Development Code
A Workshop for the Development Code was set for August 28, 2001 at 7:00 p.m. This
meeting shall include the Town Board and Planning Commission Members.
Paul Rasmussen made a motion to adjourn.
Dolores Peterson
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