Minutes

NOTICE TO RESIDENTS TOWN OF CRESCENT MINUTES FOR MONTHLY TOWN BOARD MEETING TUESDAY, APRIL 19, 2022 5:23 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 5:23 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 Waksmonski. All aye. Motion carried. Approval of Minutes Motion by Waksmonski to approve the minutes from the Monthly Town Board Meeting of March 9, 2022 and April 14, 2022. Seconded by Pazdernik. All aye. Motion carried. Fifteen Minutes of Public Discussion - Connie Anderson asked about the lighting on the storage units on S. Rifle Road. - Connie Anderson asked that the town look into a junk yard ordinance. 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 – Whidden reported that they have had numerous building committee meetings in the last month dealing with finding an overseer for the addition project. The children’s department is looking for areas to hold outdoor programs this summer. Whidden stated that he would ask Denise Chojnacki to come and speak next month. 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 – Thome gave an oral and written report to the board. Thome reported the organizational meeting of the County board was today. Scott Holewinski was elected the Chair and there were 9 new county board members elected this term. Thome gave an overview of last month’s meeting and today’s meeting. Thome reported that Myles Alexander has retired from UW-Extension. Thome reported that there are 490 open zoning complaints. Knutson introduced Tony Rio, County Board District 12, to the residents. Tony gave an introduction of himself and encouraged residents to contact him if there are any concerns. Fire Department Report and Approval of Purchases - • Monthly Call update, purchases update, training update, fundraiser update – Mahner reported that there were 3 calls during the month of February and 12 calls in the month of March. Mahner gave an overview of potential purchases that the department is looking into. Mahner reported that annual service on vehicles will be this week. Mahner gave an overview of trainings that are scheduled. Discussion regarding the types of calls that the fire department receives. Discussion about sending an email blast to remind residents about burning permits and safety while burning. Knutson and Rio thanked the fire department for their response to a collision on Highway K. First Responder’s Report and Approval of Purchases – Mahner reported that first responders has had a few new members join. Town Road Crew Report • Road Projects update, update on vehicle repairs and shop repairs – Gerdes reported that they have been working on unfreezing the culverts. Gerdes stated that they had a number of trees and brush down due to the ice storm. Gerdes gave an overview of vehicles repairs and stated that they are waiting for estimates for insulation for the shop. There will be brush chipping the first week in June. Knutson reported that they are completing a mapping of all of the culverts on town roads and have discovered a few problem areas in the town. Gerdes reported that they will begin sweeping once the snow is melted off the shoulders. Discussion regarding weight limits. Knutson stated that contractors have been good about contacting him to discuss when they can complete deliveries. Town Plan Commission Report – To be included in CUP Application below. Uniform Dwelling Inspector’s Report – Written report received. Squash Lake District Report – Jansen submitted a written report to the board and provided a copy of an information sheet and a letter that was sent out to residents on Squash Lake. Jansen reported that Crescent Lake District and Oneida County Planning and Zoning may be using the letter in the future. Butkus stated that they have been contacted by other lake districts asking for permission to use the letter also. Crescent Lake District Report – Thome provided a written report to the board and reviewed the report. Thome reported that they are having difficulty finding divers for this season. Conditional Use Permit application by Dale Schlieve, agent, and Jeff Steinmetz, owner. Revision to Conditional Use Permit #2100058, campground – Pazdernik reported that the plan commission reviewed Conditional Use Permit #2100058 and the commission recommended approval for the CUP. Pazdernik reported that they are looking for one new member for the plan commission and the next meeting is next Wednesday at 7:00 p.m. Steinmetz reported that the CUP is for a dump station and camp office/store at 3035 S River Road and demolition of the existing buildings will begin once weight limits come off. Discussion regarding the proposed additions to the property and some of the positive changes occurring on S. River Road in the future. Motion by Knutson to accept the Town Plan Commission recommendation to forward CUP #2100058 with no additional inputs to Oneida County Planning and zoning for approval. Seconded by Pazdernik. All aye; motion carried. Set date to open bids for Oak Lane road project – Knutson reported that the town has received a 50/50 cost share grant from the state for Oak Lane. Knutson and Gerdes will work on the spec sheet and the project will be advertised with bids to be opened at the May 11, 2022 town board meeting. River Road TRI-S Grant Submission – Knutson reported that the town received an LRIP grant for South River Road. Knutson reported that the grant application was submitted for an entire road repave with the estimated cost being $1.2 million and the state awarded a grant in the amount of $854,506 with the town responsible for $376,771 of the road project. Knutson reported that this is a 70/30 split for the project cost. Knutson reported that there are five years to act on this project. Knutson stated that due to the proximity of S. River Road to the Wisconsin River the DNR may need to be consulted. Knutson reported that one of the positives of the project may be the ability to work with WPS to bury the power grid in that area. Knutson reported that there will be the ability to apply for secondary grants to help with the project cost. Upcoming DOT Grant Deadlines (BIL, TAP, CMAQ) – Knutson reported that on top of the above funding the State is receiving funding from the federal government and Crescent has been able to apply for a number of grants for roads in Crescent. There have been three grants applied for under this funding and they are for Crescent Road, Green Bass Lake Road and South Rifle Road. Knutson reported that the hope is that the town will hear on these grants this summer and that these grants are more labor intensive and may require more from the town than we are able to complete. Knutson reported that there are 5 more opportunities for the town to apply for BIL Grants. Knutson reported that last week there was a special meeting to approve a resolution in support of a TAP Grant application. Knutson stated that he has heard that the town may be receiving a $50,000 grant to bring in someone to help with the planning of bike trails in Crescent and the town will be responsible for a $10,000 share for the grant. Knutson stated that one of the grants that may be coming available is for electric equipment for the roads. Town Park Listening Sessions – Waksmonski reported that the fire department has been considering a park outside of the town hall and the board wanted to help push that endeavor forward. Waksmonski reported that there will be a listening session tomorrow night and Thursday morning to begin the discussion of a town park. The listening sessions are meant to give families in Crescent an opportunity to help create a user driven space and to help identify people that want to help with this project. Operator’s License Applications - None Driveway Application – Driveway application received for Karl Marquardt at CR-164-15. Motion by Knutson to approve the driveway application for the Marquardts at parcal CR 164-15. Seconded by Waksmonski. All aye; motion carried. Review Correspondence – - Four letters of complaint that Planning and Zoning sent to Crescent Residents - WPS letter asking for feedback on upcoming road projects - Letter from NCWRPC announcing the Town of Monico’s updated comprehensive plan Approval of Vouchers/Adjourn - Motion by Knutson to approve vouchers as submitted and adjourn at 6:42 p.m. Seconded by Pazdernik. All aye. Motion carried. Respectfully submitted, Tracy Hartman Municipal Clerk