6-18-02 tbJune 18, 2002
The regular New Scandia Town Board meeting was called to order by Chairman, Dennis
Seefeldt. The following Board Members were also present: Dennis Seefeldt, Chairman, Michael
Hinz, Nancy Madden and John Martineau. Absent, Paul Rasmussen, Vice Chairman.
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Nancy Madden made a motion to approve the following Consent Agenda.
1. Clerk's minutes have been presented for 05-21-02 and 06-04-02 Town Board and 06-04-02
Planning Commission.
2. Approval of Treasurer's Report
Balance April 30, 2002 $919,113.61
Receipts 32,903.03
Expenditures 469,203.24
Balance. May 31, 2002 $545,226.50
3. Adjourrunennt
Michael Hinz seconded the motion and motion adopted unanimously.
Sheriff Report/Commander McGlothlin
Commander McGlothlin introduced New Scandia Township Deputy Cory Reedy. Deputy Reedy
has replaced Deputy Jackson as Deputy Jackson is on personal leave until December.
Commander McGlothlin and Deputy Reedy are preparing a form letter to address ordinance
violations in the township. Deputy Reedy asked the Town Board when they have the spring tour
of the township to please be more specific of the violations.
New Scandia Fire and Rescue Department
James Finnegan Assistant Fire Chief reviewed the options to increase water supply in New
Scandia Township, the Fire Department submitted a proposal to purchase a second water tanker.
The estimated cost is in the range of $110,000 to $115,000 to purchase a second water tanker
very similar to the 2,000 -gallon tanker purchased in 1992.
Nancy Madden made a motion to authorize the expenditure of $2837.50 for the Fire
Department practice area. John Martineau seconded the motion and motion adopted
unanimously.
The meed for a second source of water for the Fire Department was addressed and Michael Hinz
will have a quote for the additional plumbing at the Skating Facility at the July 16"' Town Board.
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New Scandia Firefighters Relief/Tom Tuccitto
Tom Tuccitto gave a report on behalf of the New Scandia Firefighters Relief Association. Mr.
Tuccitto presented a report from Relief Associations in Washington County and surrounding
areas and New Scandia Township retirement benefits were the lowest in the area. New Scandia
Firefighters Relief Association voted to increase retirement benefits from $1350.00 to $1550.00.
Nancy Madden made a motion to accept the increase of $1550.00 per year of service for
retirement benefit for the New Scandia Firefighters and the Municipal Contribution shall
be $33,152.00 for 2003. John Martineau seconded the motion and motion adopted
unanimously.
Tom Peterson/Township Engineer
John Martineau made a motion to approve the buried telephone cable along regraded
portion of, 188`h Street and buried service wire to a new customer at 21535 Pomroy Avenue.
Michael Hinz seconded the motion and motion adopted unanimously.
Tom Peterson reviewed the Road Project for Norrell and 188th Street and the retaining walls are
completed, curbs are installed and planting of rain gardens will begin soon. The only area to be
completed on the 2002 road Improvement Project is Lakamaga, 1951h Street, Newgate, 188th
Street, Norrell and 1851h Street.
Nancy Madden made a motion to approve the payment to System Control Services in the
amount of $3190.00 for the Auto Dialer for the 201 Septic System. John Martineau
seconded the motion and motion adopted unanimously.
Chuck Janski/Wastewater System Management Plan
Mr. Janski reviewed the proposed Sanitary Sewer Management Plan addressing User Charges,
East Bay Area Expansion need and connection would based on need. Mr. Janski presented two
scenarios regarding SAC, User Surcharge, User Charge increase, User Charge Rate. The current
system for Equivalent Residential Unit is based on the bedrooms and occupancy. Mr. Janski
proposed the Equivalent Residential Unit be based on bedrooms, occupancy and square footage.
Mr. Janski stated the Anderson/Erickson Lift Station should be classified as East Bay and Bliss
Lift Station be classified West Bay.
John Martineau made a motion to approve Number #2 of the Sanitary Sewer Management
Plan, but delay the Surcharge. The SAC Charge $3500.00 and User Charge at 3% increase
per year. Nancy Madden seconded the motion and motion adopted unanimously.
Senator Jane Krantz
Senator Jane Krantz was in attendance and reviewed the Redistricting Area. Senator Krantz has
served in District 52 for the past 10 years. Senator Krantz reviewed the 2002 Legislative Survey
Results.
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Joann Betow/Ouestions ReLyardin! DOPFKennel/DoPFGroomin
Mr. and Ms. Betow were requesting a Dog Grooming Business at their residence and had been
informed this business was not permitted under the Zoning Regulations. Mr. Betow stated he
would apply for a Conditional Use Permit for a Commercial Dog Kennel and kennels usually do
dog grooming. Mr. Betow was informed that all Conditional Use Permits have conditions with
the permit and this type of business should be located in a Commercial Business Zone.
Street Vacation/Revision of Vasa
Michael Hinz made a motion to approve Resolution No. 06-18-02-01 with amendments to
Vacate Certain Streets and Alleys in Plat of the Revision of Vasa. Dennis Seefeldt seconded
the motion and motion adopted unanimously.
Pronosal from ChisaLyo Lakes Animal Control
Sherril Reed, Animal Control Officer reviewed this subject and Ms. Reed's recommendation was
to continue with Woodbury Humane Society for Companion Animals.
Mike Caron/Tiller Corporation
Tiller Corporation/Barton Sand and Gravel were requesting extended hours of operation of New
Scandia Facility. The request specifically for MNDOT Project SP 6286-47 for an overlay on
Interstate Highway 694. The project will start on September 3, 2002 and MNDOT has scheduled
it for a 40 working days. The operation would need to be operated approximately from 12-15
weeknights (Monday through Thursday) and two weekends (Friday starting at 10:00 p.m. through
Saturday midnight). The weeknight operations would start around 10:00 p.m. with the last truck
leaving the facility at 4:30 p.m. These times are tentative and may need to be adjusted in case of
inclement weather or equipment problems.
Nancy Madden made a motion to approve the above request for Tiller Corporation/Barton
Sand and Gravel for MNDOT Project SP 6286-47. Michael Hinz seconded the motion and
motion adopted unanimously.
Chairman, Dennis Seefeldt informed the Clerk to send letters to residents within one mile of the
Barton Sand Gravel Facility informing them of the project and hours of operation.
Park and Recreation
Collen Firkus reported on the vandalism at the Skating Facility the past week. It was agreed not
to close the facility, but offer a small reward to persons who would inform the persons involved
with the vandalism. Ken Wolfbauer suggested installing a camera at the Skating Facility and this
was referred to the Park and Recreation Committee.
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Old Residence in Plat of Larson Meadows
The property owner that purchased the old homestead in the Plat of Larson Meadows requested to
keep the old residence for an accessory building. The Town Board and Attorney stated they
would be allowed to keep the old residence as long as it is not used for a residence.
Clarification of Chapter 2, Section 9.2 Accessory Structures
It was agreed that this would require a Public Hearing. Mr. Keith Colling could meet the 200 feet
setback, but only has 3 acres of land, so therefore not adhere to the ordinance. The Planning
Commission was directed to view the site at the next site visit.
Budget Dearing for 2003
The date of July 30, 2002 at 7:00 p.m. was set for the Budget Workshop for the year of 2003.
Trailers Located on Norrell Avenue
Two residents on Big Marine Lake questioned why the Township allows the two trailers on
Norrell Avenue. Ms. Arni Twerdo would be informed about this issue, as this would be covered
under the Shoreline Ordinance.
Meeting Adjourned
Dolores Peterson
New Scandia Township Clerk