Minutes

NOTICE TO RESIDENTS TOWN OF CRESCENT MINUTES FOR MONTHLY TOWN BOARD MEETING WEDNESDAY, MARCH 8, 2023 6:00 P.M., CRESCENT TOWN HALL Board Members Present: Joel Knutson, Chair; Kyla Waksmonski, Supervisor; Mike Pazdernik, Supervisor; Tracy Hartman, Clerk; Carla Fletcher, Treasurer. Call to Order: Chairman Knutson called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. at the Crescent Town Hall. The meeting has been properly posted and distributed in accordance with the Wisconsin Open Meeting law and the facility is handicap accessible. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited. Approval of Agenda Motion by Knutson to approve the agenda. Seconded by Waksmonski. All aye. Motion carried. Approval of Minutes Motion by Knutson to approve the minutes from the Monthly Town Board Meeting of February 15, 2023. Seconded by Waksmonski. All aye. Motion carried. Fifteen Minutes of Public Discussion – Connie Anderson thanked the road crew for the wonderful job on snowplowing. Town Chair Report – None Treasurer’s Report - A written report was given by Treasurer, Carla Fletcher. Library Report - Update on the library board meeting and upcoming programs being offered at the library – None County Board Supervisor’s Report - Review of County Board meeting, Administration Committee meeting, Public Works Committee meeting, Conservation and UW-EX Education Committee, Technology Committee meeting and Open Meetings Complaint – Thome presented a written report and an oral report to the board. First Responder’s Report and Approval of Purchases - None Town Road Crew Report • Road Projects update, update on vehicle repairs and shop repairs – Gerdes reported that they have been maintaining roads. Gerdes reported that last week a snowmobile ran a stop sign and ran into the wing of the plow truck. The snowmobile took off before Gerdes could check in the driver. Gerdes reported that in the two trucks and the mower they have to add def fuel and he will be ordering a larger amount either in a pallet or a 55 gallon barrel. • Snowplowing across town roads and in road right-of-way – Gerdes reported that there are a few areas of concern in the town where residents are pushing the snow into the road. Gerdes reported that there is one area where the landowner has pushed snow 9 feet into the road and expects the town to clean up the road. Gerdes reported that this has become an issue in those areas as the snow freezes. Knutson stated that he has been speaking with landowners when possible. Town Plan Commission Report – Pazdernik reported that they continue to work on the comprehensive land use plan. Uniform Dwelling Inspector’s Report - None Squash Lake District Report – Thome reported that there wasn’t a meeting during the last month. There is a meeting April 2, 2023. Crescent Lake District Report – Thome reported that there wasn’t a meeting during the last month. There is a meeting April 11, 2023. AmeriCorp Update – Gorensen spoke with MSA today and for approximately $6500.00 they would help complete applications for grants and $2500 to help build the drawing plan to submit. Gorensen reviewed a timeline of applying for the grants and receiving the grants. Gorensen reported that the town would need to have a 50% match. Gorensen continues to try to make contact with community members interested in helping develop the plan for the park. Discussion regarding the AmeriCorp contract expiring at the end of August and whether or not to apply for another term. Waksmonski will speak with Gorensen. Fire Department Report and Approval of Purchases - • Monthly Call update, purchases update, training update, fundraiser update – Mahner reported that they have had two calls during the last month. Mahner reported that they are researching a pole saw to use for gables. Mahner reported that they had a brat sale and raised $900. All apparatus is in service and working. The Free Masons have donated a device that separates the heat and the oxygen during a fire which gives more time for the fire department to deal with the fire. • 5889 Hwy 8 Fire – Knutson reported that there are three campers on the property that are inhabited and currently do not have electricity or water. Discussion regarding the fire and what agencies are involved. • Overland Drive Apartment Junkyard Concern – Mahner reported that he has contacted the Oneida County Health Department and the Rhinelander Fire Department about the junk concern outside of the Overland Drive Apartments. Knutson will file a complaint with the Health Department and with Planning and Zoning regarding the apartment. Daju, LLC DBA HJ Express Mart Liquor License and Cigarette License – Hartman presented the Cigarette and Liquor license for Daju, LLC for the HJ Express Mart. Motion by Knutson to approve the Liquor License and Cigarette license for HJ Express Mart. Seconded by Pazdernik. All aye; motion carried. Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL) Funding: Selection for March 2023 application (Crescent, S. Rifle/Green Bass, or Firetower) – Knutson gave an overview of the upcoming BIL grant funding which is capped at $500,000 and a maximum of an 80/20 split. Knutson stated that this grant process would occur through the state. Knutson reported that logistically he is inclined to apply to use the grant for Crescent Road. Waksmonski and Pazdernik agreed that Crescent Road would be the correct choice for the grant application. Safe Transportation Alternatives for Rural Schools (STARS) Grant – Knutson gave an overview of the STARS Grant and would like approval to speak with Superintendent Burke regarding submitting an application for Boyce Dr. Waksmonski and Pazdernik agreed that Knutson should move forward with speaking with Superintendent Burke. Review Correspondence – None Approval of Vouchers/Adjourn - Motion by Knutson to approve vouchers as submitted and adjourn at 8:57 p.m. Seconded by Waksmonski. All aye. Motion carried. Respectfully submitted, Tracy Hartman Municipal Clerk