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KABETOGAMA TOWNSHIP REGULAR MEETING MARCH 4, 2008 Chairman Nevalainen opened the meeting at 7:00 pm. Board members present were Supervisors McGregor and Town, Treasurer Kiner, Clerk Manninen, Deputy Clerk Tomczak along with 7 guests. All attending recited the Pledge of Allegiance. Agenda - The Agenda was approved on a motion by Supervisor Town, seconded by Supervisor McGregor , motion carried.. Minutes – the minutes were reviewed by all present. A motion by Supervisor Town to approve, seconded by Supervisor McGregor, motion carried. Treasurers Report – Township Checking Beginning balance on 2/1/08 $33,284.54, Income $195.13, Expenses $3,993.92, end balance on 2/29/08 $29,485.75. Payroll – Jill Kiner, 222.56; Manninen, 523.88; Nevalainen, 190.84; Town, 93.55; McGregor, 127.23; Tomczak, 46.17 Road Acct. – beginning balance $31,780.19, income $83.39, end balance $31,863.58. Community Center Fund - $10,122.71 CD – balance $26, 956.42, is due again in July 08. The treasurer’s report was approved on a motion by Supervisor McGregor, seconded by Supervisor Town, motion carried. Old business – Ben VanTassel presented the Kabetogama Comprehensive Plan. Mr. VanTassel gave a brief summary highlighting the steps and recommendations of the Comprehensive Plan. Planning Process: ARDC reviewed the existing plans of the Township to develop a strong background and knowledge of the history of Kabetogama. In 2006, ARDC assisted the Planning Commission with the development of a Comprehensive Plan. The Comprehensive Plan is a document that serves as the basis for all decisions on recommended actions. While zoning and land use are a main component, the plan also addresses transportation , wastewater, recreation, housing and economic development. The plan was developed through an open process with many opportunities for public input. ARDC uses a basic format when developing comprehensive plans: A. Background Development, B. Vision Development, C. Issue Identification, D. Recommendation Development, E. Implementation & Publishing The first step of the process involved approving the work plan with the Planning Commission. After presenting the initial materials collected, ARDC then worked with the Planning Commission to develop a public meeting to gather input from the community. ARDC presented the planning process to the public as well as a summarized version of the issues from the commission meeting. The public then provided input on issues and threats to the assets with the community. ARDC and the Planning Commission then worked to development recommendations that address each issue. The recommendations detail the steps that need to be taken to begin solving the issues. After the Planning Commission approves of the draft, approval from the Town Board of Supervisors is needed and the official adoption process will follow. There was suggestions that the plan include visions for 10, 20 30 years down the line. The plan adoption will be held at a public hearing. Public comment will be heard at that time. The date for this meeting is June 24, 2008, 7:00 pm at the Kabetogama Community Hall. A public notice will be published in the Sentinel newspaper. Planning Commission – There are two members of the commission that are up this year. These two members do not wish to stay on the commission but will do so until new members are found. The commission has decided that they will begin meeting quarterly. A notice will be published in the Sentinel newspaper stating when this will begin. Chairman Nevalainen read a resignation letter from Paul Kiner, a member of the Planning Commission. This will open a third spot on the commission. Anyone who wishes to become a member of the Planning Commission should send a letter to the Kabetogama Township stating their intentions. Jerry Mitchell owner of the Moosehorn Resort would like to become a member of the commission. Chairman Nevalainen nominated Jerry Mitchell as a new commission member and keep Niles Wilkins and Phil Hart as members until such time as other residents show interest in becoming a commission member. Seconded by Supervisor McGregor, motion carried. Supervisor McGregor moved to change the Planning Commission meeting schedule to quarterly dates. Seconded by Supervisor Town, motion carried. A correction was made regarding the owner of the new cell tower on Melheim’s road. The owner is Central States not AT&T. A note was made that most of the dips on the lake roads have been filled in by the county. Community Building Report – Nothing new at this time. Lease Agreement – A lease agreement was drafted by Mr. Ruppe, attorney. Marlene Tomczak, president of the Kabetogama Community Club signed the agreement. This is a lease for the Kabetogama Township to use the parking area across from the Community Hall. Road Count Letter – Betsey Warring drafted a letter to the DOT regarding road counts that have been done incorrectly in the past. Supervisor Town moved to accept the letter as read and have it sent out. Supervisor McGregor seconded, motion carried. PPSSD – Bridget Chard Agenda items – Response to Larry’s letter regarding a user fee, 7 yes 7 no. A rate ordinance and hearing must be done to accomplish this. A meeting date has been set for June 26th at 6:00 pm at the Kabetogama Community Hall for all members of the PPSSD to attend and discuss important matter regarding the district. Chairman Nevalainen read two letters asking for support, drafted by Gary Cerkvenik to VNP and Mike Forsman. Supervisor McGregor moved to have the letters signed and sent out. Seconded by Supervisor Town, motion carried. Mr. Cerkvenik asked to have a resolution passed but there was no resolution drafted at this time. The board felt that passing a motion would be fine for this matter. The letters will be copied on to township letterhead. Supervisor Town moved to allow Bridget Chard to fill out Grant Applications. Seconded by Supervisor McGregor, motion carried. Supervisor Town moved to allow Bridget Chard to continue to look for any and all grants available to the PPSSD. Seconded by Supervisor McGregor, motion carried. Chairman Nevalainen discussed issues of Puttika and Burchell being compliant at this time and not being hooked up to the district. He contacted the township attorney regarding this matter and there are some options none being total removal from the district. This will be discussed in further detail at the June 26th meeting. Chairman Nevalainen explained how the certificate of indebtedness could work, he had many different schedules. He also discussed the new report received from the Engineer regarding EDU’s, flow and cost. All of this information will be discussed in detail at the June meeting. New Business – Spring training, a training will be held on April 4th at the Fortune Bay Casino. This appears to be the closest training session. Local Board of Appeal & Equalization – the date is April 24th 1-2 pm at the Kabetogama Community Hall. Claims Approval – Supervisor McGregor moved to accept the following claims, seconded by Chairman Nevalainen, motion carried.
Supervisor Town moved to adjourn the meeting, seconded by Supervisor McGregor, motion carried. Respectfully Submitted,
Mary Manninen, Clerk, Kabetogama Township DRAFT
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