04122022+meeting+minutes.pdf

TOWN OF BIG FLATS - TOWN BOARD MEETING April 12, 2022 - 6:00 PM Call to Order: Chairman Reed called the meeting to order @ 6:00 PM, the pledge was recited. Bills and Payroll: Supervisor Kipfer made a motion to pay bills, 2nd, all in favor, Supervisor Clark 2nd, all in favor. March Meeting Minutes: Supervisor Kipfer made a motion to accept minutes, Supervisor Clark 2nd, all in favor. Treasurers Report: Town Treasurer read balances, debits, and credits for all town accounts. No comments or questions were made, Chairman Reed asked the reports to be filed for audit. Fire Department Report: Chief Meyers reported on the activities for the month of March. There were 10 medical assists, 2 false alarms, 2 lift assists, one mutual aid for Strong Prairie. Chief Meyers also updated updates on the 511 and 502 units. He then reported on the FD financials. Committee Reports: Jay Jocham informed the board of the Zoning activity for the township. There were 5 inspections with 2 approvals. Jay informed the board that weekly citations were being issued. Jay also discussed property @ 1530 S. Blackhawk Ct moving in an unpermitted building, and informed the board that citations were issued also informed that he posted the revised Land Use Ordinance on the town Website and discussed the proposed Dollar General to be located on Hwy C and State Rd 13. He received 32 phone calls, 36 emails and one RV compliance letter. Conditional Use Permit: Marquardt Pole Barn, an oversized building. Supervisor Clark made the motion to approve, Supervisor Kipfer 2nd all in favor. Next Date for PC Meeting: The board set the next Plan Commission Meeting date for April 20th @ 6PM. Dollar General: Board discussed the proposed Dollar General configuration. There would be one way in, with two lanes out. Tree Removal Ordinance: Chairman Reed read aloud the Survey results. He instructed the percentages be placed on the website. Supervisor Clark made a motion to approve the Ordinance, Supervisor Kipfer 2nd, all in favor. LifeStar Authorization: Board discussing authorizing LifeStar to participate in the the state of WI tax offset program (Trip) to assist in collecting Monies due to the ambulance provider for services provided. Supervisor Kipfer made the motion, Supervisor Clark 2nd, all in favor. ARPA Funds: Item tabled. Ending filing date 4/30/2022. Clerk to obtain assistance from Town Attorney. Plan Commission Chair: The town board appointed Wendy Goerke as Plan Commission Chair. Plan Commission Volunteer: The board inquired about a volunteer for the Plan Commission. Pamela Mardquart volunteered. Thank you, Pam! Bids for Purchase of Overburden: The Board discussed the need to advertise for the purchase of sand an overburden. Supervisor Kipfer made the motion to advertise, Supervisor Clark 2nd, all in favor. Volunteer for Nuisance Committee: Board discussed the need for an additional committee member for the Nuisance Committee. Lindsay ? offered to be a volunteer. Thank you, Lindsay! Meeting at Hwy. Department and Transfer Site and Berm built on 16th: Town will address berm built w/ Town Atty. They also discussed taking down 35-36 acres of trees, the board will obtain quotes for someone to take down trees to create trees for second driveway. Town Hwy Department, board reviewed what was there for cleanup, signage catalogue. Also, to look at ditches that were fixed, and review roads every 1-2 weeks. DNR Complaint: Board discussed the complaint for burning brush on New Year’s Eve. The town had obtained a permit. DNR reiterated the need for a permit to save money. Correspondence: Chairman Reed informed residents of the recycling of specific materials on Saturday, June 6 from 8-12, including hazardous materials, electronics, tires, and a drug take back. He also informed the residents of the Pipeline flyer, the Vilas County Levy Limit Resolution, and the ACEC request to work in town right of way. Citizen’s Input: Discussion was had regarding discussing road/culvert fixing, donations for a Speaker System, the Cell Tower Lease, Adams County Ordinance with trailers not being used, Bighorn Ave. and 9th Dr., Beaver Ave. and 9th to Hwy 13, and Buttercup from 16th to 13th Ave. Also, So Bighorn Dr, 8th Court, and a study on Browndeer Ave, west of 15th Ave. and the fact that DNR permits are needed. Transfer site holidays were discussed, along with comingled recyclables. Adjourn: Supervisor Kipfer made a motion to adjourn, Supervisor Clark 2nd, all in favor. Citizens Present: (27)