2024 July Meeting Minutes

Town of Menomonie Monthly Meeting Tuesday, July 9, 2024, 6:00pm Present: Kent Jackson, Brian Johnson, Scott Barnhart, Charisse Sutliff and Nancy Ponto Kent called the Regular Board Meeting to order at 6:00 pm Minutes • Minutes from the Board Meeting on June 11th, 2024, were reviewed. Scott made a motion to approve the minutes, Brian 2nd Carried. Public • None CSM Special Exception Rosendahl • Corrie Wajek was here on behalf of Bob Rosendahl presenting a CSM exception to combine 6 lots in the Idella Ridge development and create 3 larger lots. This is to reduce congestion at the end of the cull-du- sac and meet the desire of buyers in the market. It will also help with snow removal. Kent noted that the Plan Commission had evaluated the plan and recommended it, all requirements were met. Brian made a motion to approve the CSM, Scott 2nd Carried. Paperwork was signed approved. CSM Bagan • Kora and Christopher Bagen presented their CSM request. They had a certified map showing their property on Cty Rd K. They are selling the NW lot; it was an old hay field that had some woods. It is zoned GA, and they have an interested buyer. Scott made a motion to approve the CSM, Brian 2nd Carried. CSM Rogers • Ron Jasperson presented a CSM for Anthony Rogers N4424 350th St., zoned GA. They are building a shed and the septic was built over the property line. Their Neighbor sold them an additional 34 feet to accommodate the existing septic. It has been brought through the County. No concerns or questions were raised. Brian made a motion to approve the CSM, Scott 2nd Carried. Driveway Permits • Excel Energy is completing work on 430th Ave. by Pember. They are building a tower and need access for several weeks. They paid a fee of $75. Scott made a motion to approve the permit, Brian 2nd Carried. • Kent had been contacted by David May for a driveway permit, but the paperwork was not returned in time for the meeting –this will be tabled until an application is submitted. Holding Tank Contract Award • Kent received two quotes for the septic holding tank needed at the Hall. TL Sinz’s quote was $8692, and Legendary Plumbing’s quote was $11,000. He suggested that this be tabled to see if any other plumbers he contacted send quotes. All were in favor of tabling this quote award. Tandem Axle Equipment Quote from Universal • The Board reviewed the specs from Universal. Sales Rep, Jordan had been down to discuss this with Matt, who explained that you can dump with the shoulder machine . This truck would be used with the sander on it will be a plow truck. Additions will be the light bar (green to match County vehicles) carbide cutting edge blade and a camera. The quote is $143,083.00, putting in the order now will lock in the price for 14 months. Trucks are about a year out from ordering. Scott made a motion to order the new truc k, Brian 2nd Carried. STEPP Patch Trailer Quote • Matt and Jeff had a demo model of the STEPP hot box that they were able to try out and report back what they thought. Matt said that you need to allow the box to heat overnight and then you can patch all day with it. He has spoken with the Town of Red Ceda r to see how it holds up and any repair costs that are incurred, they have had to replace the burners which run approx. $3k. This is done every 5 -10 years. The savings will be seen in propane vs. diesel fuel along with time. Brian made a motion to approve the order of the STEPP Hot Box at $46,059.00. Scott 2nd Carried. ARIP application for 370th • Kent talked with Forrest Johnson, the Chair from Town of Dunn to discuss the application of a joint ARIP grant for 370 th Ave between Hwy 25 and Hwy Y. They would like to apply for an Agriculture Road Improvement Project. They are getting together on Monday, July 15 th to finish up and finalize the application. This grant can aid of 90/10 down to 50 /50. Kent said LRIP grants have been commonly coming back at 70 /30. He asked for a motion to proceed with this application in partnership with the Town of Dunn. Scott made a motion to submit the 370th grant application, Brian 2nd Carried. Employee, Chairman Report • Matt reported that they have completed the 2 nd pass on mowing the Township. They have completed down trees on 650th and 440th St. Road work is behind due to the rain. Road Expense Update • No Chip Sealing or Seal Coating has been completed due to weather. • 330th should start mid-August, it may carry over into 2025 due to Xcel Energy delay. Drop Off Site Report • Brian has said that cat litter is being dumped directly into the dumpsters creating dust that gets breathed in. We have asked him to find out who is dumping the litter so we can send a letter to them to request it gets bagged. Commission Report • Kent noted they will be having a meeting in July, he has at least one CSM request so far. Clerk Report • Renewed Liquor Licenses were dropped off at all locations on June 30th. • Absentee ballots were starting to come in and new requests were processed every day. • The Election is on Aug 13th, which is the second Tuesday of the month, Charisse asked to reschedule the Board meeting for next month. All agreed on Wednesday the 14th of August – this will be posted on our website and announcement board at the Hall. Board Reports • Brian reported that they are discussing contracts at the Fire Meetings and how to handle fire calls, false alarm charges. Denny, Fire Chief, sent out a meeting notice for July 17th, The Fire District will meet again on July 24th. They are meeting to discuss the purchase of a new fire truck. Brian and Kent plan to attend. • Scott said he will not be attending the City/Town Meeting on July 30 th at the City Hall, and the WTA meeting will be held on July 29th at the Court House, 6:30pm. • Kent said that the County’s proposal on ADUs for R1 was killed, which was in line with the Town’s recommendation. Vouchers Reviewed and Approve • Vouchers were reviewed. Scott made a motion to approve check#21992 - 22045, Brian 2nd Carried. Miscellaneous • Nothing. Adjourn • Scott made a motion to adjourn at 7:28 pm, Scott 2nd Carried. Charisse Sutliff, Town Clerk