Town Board — Minutes

1 REGULAR BOARD MEETING MINUTES DATE: March 10, 2025 Chairman Fred Stoll called the meeting to order at 6:30 PM. Supervisors Kevin Mackie and Myron Olson, Diane Nelson, Clerk; Amy Eliot, Treasurer, Keith Kesler, Fire Chief ; and Mark Johnson and Taylor Linds ay, Streets Dept also attended. Gene Germano of Trusty Trucking was also present. Minutes: Myron motioned, seconded by Kevin to approve the minutes of last month ’s board meeting, motion passed. Financial Report: The financial report showed: $8,254.83 in checking, $362,522.12 in the general money market account which includes $184,112.92 in a sub-account dedicated to the town garage, $10,319.03 in real estate tax account, $ 2,806.71 in personal property tax account, $18,179.30 in equipment account, and $577.00 in the Grant account. Kevin motioned, seconded by Myron to authorize paying the bills and accepting the treasurer’s report, motion passed. County Supervisors Report: Scott Loustari provided information on the Tri -County Corridor. He explained the Fish Creek Bridge had an original estimate of $400K, new RFP came in at ~$800K. He explained the project of replacing the overpass at the junction of highways 2/53. He discussed broadband credit distributions, the Superior Days topics, and land sales . He expressed concern over DOT’s lack of a traffic plan during the closure of Blatnik Bridge. He mentioned the City of Superior is backing out of the proposed Convention Center. The head of the lakes fair will be held July 29th through August 2 nd. The transportation committee is reviewing the mailbox policy and when damaged mailboxes get replaced. He talked about the Highway H project. They've completed the survey of wetlands, and the plans are considered 50% done . He extended an offer to have S EH come to the town to provide more information on the project . Diane with try to schedule this. Town Officers Reports : Fred mentioned someone will be coming Thursday to inspect the sand/salt pile. He also indicated Matt Dickerson, WisDOT wants to be on next month’s agenda to provide information about the Highway 27/Sandy Run project. Myron mentioned the pipeline would be doing maintenance on the pipeline easement. He will be going to the Gordon Fire Hall to see its construction for ideas for the garage. Road Report: Crew has been dealing with some snow, frozen culverts and equipment issues. Fire Chief Report : They have had 2 medical calls in the last month . Seven people attended refresher training, and we have one potential new volunteer with great experience. He reported an award of $14,277 from the Dept of Health for EMS expenses, it will be escrowed until enough funds are available to purchase an/EMS truck. The new well is providing greater than 400 GPM, making filling trucks after a run much quicker. New Business: Zoning: Nothing needed approval. 2 Eric Olson, Realtor: Myron Olson invited Eric to a board meeting in response to comments by residents relating to the lack of affordable housing. Eric provided information on the need for housing in Douglas County and provided information on the parcel near the dump. He explained there would be additional requirements as the site is a historic landfill site . Diane will contact the DNR to determine requirements. Another issue to contend with is that the parcel is not in the sanitary district. He indicated he could contact various developers if the town is interested in proceeding. Fred indicated this was a potential site for the new garage as well. Old Business: Garage Update: The board will be visiting Gordon’s new fire hall as they consider design requirements. Town correspondence was reviewed. Myron motioned, seconded by Kevin to adjourn. The meeting was adjourned at 7:40 PM. Respectfully submitted, Diane Nelson, Clerk