Town of York
Monthly Board Meeting
April 13, 2010
The meeting was called to order at 8:06 P.M. Present were Board Chairman Dan Reeson, 1st Supervisor Dan Truttmann, 2nd Supervisor Steve Hermanson, Treasurer Nathan Ula, and Clerk Nancy Anderson. Verification of proper notice was given. Dan Truttmann move to approve the March minutes, Steve Hermanson 2nd. Motion carried. Items added to the agenda included Waste Management contract, and the Lance, Jason, and Shane Moen farm.
Treasurer’s Report- Income included Kenwood (truck radio) $35.00, hwy and bridge aids $6250.00, Ferrellgas $75.00, William Karls $1920.00, state election board $54.00, state highway aids $21,145.95, building inspection fees $50.00 and interest on account $94.54. After paying bills and payroll, the balance as of April 13, 2010 is $179,511.14.
Bills- Wayne Bue had bills for the fuel tank replacement on the old truck ($1500.00), a top on the weight box, and business mileage. Dan Truttmann had a bill for $60.00 for recycling printing. Dan Reeson move to approve the bills, Steve Hermanson 2nd. Motion carried.
Patrolman’s Report- There was discussion about a salt shed (30’x40’ outside dimensions) and whether or not to use reinforced concrete walls or blocks. Steve, Dan R, and Dan T. will all check around for prices.
Old Business- Dan Reeson move to hire Steve Fabos to cut down trees on Sawmill Rd. for $800.00, Steve Hermanson 2nd. Motion carried. Waste Management Contract- A copy of the contract will be placed in the clerk’s files. Dan Truttmann is also checking on using a different vendor for fluorescent bulb collection.
Plan Commission- Jason, Lance and Shane Moen are looking for approval for a three way land division of their farm. A special short meeting for approving this division will take place on April 20, 2010 at 7:45 P.M. The Plan Commission has hired a speaker to come and talk about Land Trusts and would like the Board to pay for their mileage.
Public Comments- A citizen would like to see more information on our website concerning elections.
New Business- Alternate members for Board of Review- The same alternates, with the exception of Kristi Leonard taking Pete Leonard’s place, were appointed for the 2010 Board of Review.
Schedule Open Book and Board of Review- The day after this meeting the assessor phoned and scheduled Open Book for Saturday, May 15, 2010 from 8:30 – 10:30 A.M., and Board of Review on Tuesday, June 1, 2010 from 7:00 P.M. until 9:00 P.M. with no hearings after 8:15 P.M.
Recycling- Kim and Cindy Peterson can also be alternates for Karen Hughes if she is unable to supervise on a Saturday morning. Dan Truttmann has flyers ready for Karen to distribute at the recycling center, and will also check into a sign posing a penalty on violators using our facility.
Kathrine Kramer–Need for Conditional Use Permit– Ms. Kramer is starting a small market business on her farm. If it thrives and she wishes to continue, the County says she will have to obtain a permit in 2011.
Driveway Permit- Jake Holler for Jesse and Nicole Maynard (Lot #13- Amber- Ridge )- Jake Holler and Jesse Maynard appeared before the Board. Dan Truttmann move to approve the driveway permit, Steve Hermanson 2nd. Motion carried. A check for $1300.00 will be coming.
Driveway Refund– Bill and Kim Karls- Since the Karls had recently called a special meeting for the purpose of a driveway permit, but have not yet begun work and have decided not to build for a couple of years, they are wanting a refund. Steve Hermanson move to approve a refund for the entire amount of the driveway fee but not for the cost of the meeting, Dan Reeson 2nd. Motion carried.
Adjournment- Dan Truttmann move to adjourn, Steve Hermanson 2nd. Motion carried. Meeting adjourned at 9:35 P.M.
Respectfully submitted, Nancy Anderson, Clerk