Minutes

NOTICE TO RESIDENTS TOWN OF CRESCENT MINUTES FOR MONTHLY TOWN BOARD MEETING THURSDAY, DECEMBER 8, 2022 5:40 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 5:40 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 Pazdernik to approve the agenda. Seconded by Knutson. All aye. Motion carried. Approval of Minutes Motion by Waksmonski to approve the minutes from the Monthly Town Board Meeting of November 16, 2022. Seconded by Knutson. All aye. Motion carried. Fifteen Minutes of Public Discussion – - Pat Karaba requested that the ORV Park be put on a future agenda and asked questions regarding what would be included in the ORV park. Karaba expressed concern over the noise that may occur due to the ORV Park. - Thomas Geisler expressed concern with the sound the proposed ORV park may make. Geisler reported that he lives on Indian Hill Trail and the sound from the gun club travels over the river and is quite loud at times. Town Chair Report – Knutson reported that he continues to look into the runoff from the Crescent School parking lot, he also continues to work on getting projected costs for South River Road, and working on the Fire Department by-laws. Knutson thanked the board and the Crescent Residents for their support during the last year. Knutson reported that there will be a flier with the tax bills this year and encouraged residents to signup for emails and the newsletter. 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 B oard Supervisor’s Report - Review of County Board meeting and Committee meetings – Thome reported that during the last month he has worked with a number of entities regarding the runoff issue at the Crescent School and received an email from the DNR that was sent to the school district regarding some recommendations/requirements that the school needs to complete. Fire Department Report and Approval of Purchases - • Monthly Call update, purchases update, training update, fundraiser update – Mahner gave an overview of the calls during the last month. Mahner reported that they had the annual cookies with Santa event and it went well. Mahner discussed plans in the event of a structure fire during the winter with snow/ice on the roads. First Responder’s Report and Approval of Purchases - None Town Road Crew Report • Road Projects update, update on vehicle repairs and shop repairs – Knutson reported that the town is still down a plow truck and the anticipated delivery date is December 16th. Knutson gave an overview of the work that is being completed by the road crew and maintenance of the vehicles. Town Plan Commission Report – Pazdernik reported that the plan commission will be meeting on December 21st at 7:00 p.m. Uniform Dwelling Inspector’s Report - None Squash Lake District Report – None Crescent Lake District Report – None 2023 Heal Creek Dog Dash – Niina Baum reported that during the 2022 Heal Creek Dog Dash there were 80 competitors and around 500 spectators. Baum reported that there were issues with the parking and they would like to work with the Town of Crescent to make sure this doesn’t happen again. Baum reported that they would also like to work with the Fire Department on a fundraiser during the Heal Creek Dog Dash. Baum reported that the Dog Dash will be held February 25th and 26th. Discussion regarding fundraising options during the event and what will be happening during the event. Knutson reported that the town will work with the event to make sure parking is acceptable. Baum reported that Pioneer Park will also be bringing the trolley to help shuttle attendees. 2 023 Transportation Alternatives Program (TAP) grant: Scope of Work proposal by Epstein Global – Knutson reported that the TAP grant is the funding mechanism for bike/pedestrian plans in the Town of Crescent. Knutson reported that he has worked with Ryan Peterson from Epstein to come up with a proposal for a plan. Knutson reported that this will need to be put out to bid with the Town requesting proposals. Peterson gave some recommendations for future bike/pedestrian planning and what types of services the town would want to look for in proposals. Peterson gave an overview of the proposal that was provided to the town. Discussion regarding the type of proposal that would be required through the federal funding. Discussion regarding the request for qualifications process. Peterson reported that he would assist the town with the process. Lumberjack RC&D Grant Application (pollinator pathways & roadside naturalization) – Knutson reported that he has submitted an application for the Lumberjack RC&D Grant and gave an overview of what is being requested. Knutson informed the board that there would be approximately a $1000 cash match required if the grant is received. Knutson gave an overview of the grant application that will be submitted. Discussion regarding the cash match and the match in hours worked by the board, crew and volunteers. Motion by Knutson to submit the Lumberjack RC&D Grant Application and to utilize the community development funds for the match requirement. Seconded by Pazdernik. All aye; motion carried. 2022 Budget Reconciliation – Hartman gave an overview of the budgets that are currently overbudget and the recommended transfers to balance the 2022 closing. Motion by Knutson to approve the budget transfers as submitted by the clerk. Seconded by Pazdernik. All aye; motion carried. Review Correspondence – None Approval of Vouchers/Adjourn - Motion by Knutson to approve vouchers as submitted and adjourn at 6:46 p.m. Seconded by Waksmonski. All aye. Motion carried. Respectfully submitted, Tracy Hartman Municipal Clerk