Town Board — Minutes

TOWN OF ROYALTON TOWN BOARD MEETING THURSDAY, MAY 11, 2023 At the Town Hall At 6:00 p.m. E6132 State Hwy 54 New London MINUTES This meeting Agenda has been posted at the Town Hall; E5406 N. Shore Rd: N4715 State Rd 22-110 posting places 1. CALL MEETING TO ORDER. The Meeting is called to order at 6:00PM 2. OPENING STATEMENT BY CHAIRMAN: This meeting and all other meetings of Town Boa rd are Open to the public. Proper notice has been posted and given to the press in accordance with Wi Statutes so that the townspeople may be aware of the time, place and Agenda of this meeting. 3. ROLL CALL: Nathan Togstad.Marlyn Ebert, Steve Motiff, Julie Motiff, Judy D oud Visitors: Tristin Brock-ANR, Brad Trepl-ANR, Chris Johnson-Faulks, Dr Melanie Oppor-Manawa Schools, Mike La Rue, John Jaeckle, Richard Togstad, Gerry Roen, Lori Rodinical 4. VISITORS INPUT; Mike La Rue questions ATV/UTV access on county roads. Board informs Mike there is County Rd access at this time in the township. 5. CLERK REPORT: Motion By S. Motiff, second by Ebert to approve minutes. Motion carried. 6. TREASUERS REPORT: Trial balance of accounts. Motion by M. Ebert, Second by Motiff to approve the the treasurer and clerk reconciled to the bank statement and treasurer’s report. Motion carried. 7. BUSINESS a. Dr Oppor, Manawa Schools: After 9 years, Dr Oppor will be retiring. Starting in July, Ryan Peterson, who had previously been the principal at Appleton North. With an opening in Royalton district, m Shannon Hanson will be appointed to serve until election in 2024. Dr Oppor relates Manawa School system is in a positive financial state. b. ANR Pipeline: Brad Trepl and Tristin Brock update Board, and address concerns. Two roads will be affected-Slough Rd and River Rd. At times a section of road will have to but no more than 15 minutes. Warning signs for road closures will be placed 500 ft ahead of closure. After work completed, all affected roads will be replaced/repaired. ANR will continue to provide updates to Board. c. Cemetery Mowing: Two bids were received: Tammy Pethke would do both cemetery’s for $500.00 every other week. Melks Mowing would be $700/week. A motion by S. Motiff, second by Ebert, to contract with Tammy Pethke for cemetery mowing. Motion carried. d. Cell phone for clerk: As current phone number for clerk has been posted in various documents for the public, decision made to not procure a cell phone. e.Road Report: Marsh Road/culverts-This road is in dire need of repairs, as are Reek rd and Butternut Rd. Quotes received on both projects to replace culverts, grade and add stone to finish. Faulks Bros Quote for Reek and Butternut: $5200.00/Marsh Rd $4800. Waupaca Co Highway Quote: Marsh Rd total: $8000.00, Butternut Ridge Rd/Reek Rd Culvert and road repairs: $7000.00. Motion by S Motiff, second by Ebert to Approve Faulk Bros contract to complete road repairs/culvert replacement On Marsh Rd, Butternut Ridge Rd/Reek Rd. Motion Carried. f. Township Website: Website is in great need of upgrading. Unable to update any new information. Chairman Nathan Togstad relates his brother had originally set up website, could do for $20.00/hour. A motion by S Motiff, second by Ebert to have Tyler Togstad build the township website at $20.00, not to exceed $200.00. Motion carried. g. Board of Review meeting date: June 5th, 2023 at 6:00pm. Due to the schedule of the Assessor, after the meeting is called to order, there will be Motion and vote to immediately adjourn the meeting until date is given by Assessor, as allowed under Wis Stat 70.47(40 h. Fire/ambulance report: Manawa held annual Pancake Breakfast fundraiser in April, Reports on number of calls for month. Ambulance runs also reported. A seminar is Held at Manawa High School to encourage the benefits of joining the Volunteer Fire Dept. Weyauwega holds Annual Meeting May 23rd. S Motiff will attend. i. Meetings attended: Chairman Togstad attends Board of Review seminar j. Correspondence: David Roberts-Intent to cut wood products, School District of Waupaca Board-New officers elected 04/27/23, WE Energies/Mckenzie Akstulewicz- request to rewire overhead electric service at DB electric service, Conditional approval granted to Hidden Treasures Event Barn/Ruth and Dan Boerst for upgrades to buildings, Thank You note from Bear Lake Preservation Assn for the $500.00 to offset cost of boat landing clean up, Wisc Dept of Transportation approval notice for of 100% federal funding for the S Branch Little Wolf River Bridge, Waupaca Co ARES/RACES organization invite for upcoming Field Day in Weyauwega, Willow Pond Checklist for LUP/SLW/FPL Application. 8. Land Use Permits: Robert Price addition to dwelling, enclose patio, Joseph Bailey and Bridget Conroy-Bailey-Use accessory structures, concrete floor in existing shed, new Fire pit, patio/sidewalks around shed and grain bin, Debra and Mark Mackinnon- Addition to dwelling, garage addition, retaining wall, driveway expansion, Lori Burns- Dwelling additions, deck and ramp, Home Cycle Investments, Inc-Shed, dwelling Structural alteration, convert garage to living space, stairs, modify/add/remove Doors and windows,2 landings/stairs, landing/ramp. 9. Audit of Bills: Motion by M Ebert, second by Motiff to approve paying the bills. Motion carried. 10. SET AGENDA FOR NEXT MEETING: Road Reports, Fire and Ambulance reports, Cemetery deed, liquor licenses 11. SET DATE & TIME for TOWN BOARD MEETING: Town Board Meeting: THURSDAY JUNE 8th, 2023 at Town Hall at 6:00pm 12. SIGN TOWN & CEMETERY CHECKS 13. MOTION TO ADJOURN: MOTION by Nathan Togstad, second by Ebert at 8:38pm Motion carried The Town Board requests persons requiring assistance to enable attendance and participation to provide 24-hour notice. Persons wishing to be on Agenda should notify the clerk or chairman 10 days before the meeting.