Town of York
Monthly Board Meeting
Tuesday, June 11, 2019
The meeting was called to order at 8:00 PM. Town Chairman Steve Van Hout, 2nd Supervisor Steve Hermanson, Treasurer Ann Carlson, and Clerk Heidi Hankley were all present. First Supervisor Tim Czerwonka was absent. Also present were Patrolman Wayne Bue, Peg Senf, Travis Jordan, Marselino Miranda and Carole Miranda. Verification of proper notice was given. Meeting minutes for the Tuesday, May 14, 2019 Board Meeting were presented. Steve Van Hout moved to approve the May 14 minutes as presented, second by Steve Hermanson. Motion carried.
Treasurer’s Report- Ann Carlson presented her report and noted that the Town received a recycling grant this month for $882.81. Steve Van Hout moved to approve the treasurer’s report as presented, second by Steve Hermanson. Motion carried.
Bills- Heidi presented bills to be paid. Steve Hermanson made a motion to approve the bills as presented, second by Steve Van Hout. Motion carried. Steve Van Hout made a motion to reimburse Steve Hermanson for the board retirement gifts of $200. Second by Steve Hermanson. Motion carried.
Patrolman’s Report- Patrolman Wayne Bue noted that he has been spending most of his time lately on mowing. He was also present to weigh in on the road repair proposals from Green County Highway Department.
Plan Commission Report- There was no report from the Plan Commission, but several residents brought Land Transfer Forms to the Board for signatures.
- Travis Jordan: Steve Hermanson moved to approve the land transfer for Lots 1&2 in Nordic Ridge as presented by Travis Jordan. Second by Steve Van Hout. Motion Carried.
- Peg Senf: Steve Hermanson moved to approve the land transfer for Lot 5 in Nordic Ridge as presented by Peg Senf. Second by Steve Van Hout. Motion Carried.
- Vern Halverson: Vern Halverson submitted the Land Transfer Form by mail but was not present at the meeting. The form presented was a revision from a form submitted the previous month to the Plan Commission. The Board could not clearly determine the Halverson’s intent so no action was taken and Steve Van Hout will call the Halversons to try to resolve the matter.
- Marselino & Carole Miranda: The Mirandas presented plans for the horse barn they plan to build. Since there is no new driveway necessary, the board recommended that the Mirandas contact Mike Fenley for their building permit.
Update on NGFD New Fire Truck- Ron Erickson was not present at the meeting, but he has been sending the Town updates and information as the purchase process unfolds. It was noted that when the old fire truck is sold, that money will be applied to the new truck purchase. Right now the cost estimate is at $560,000. The Town of York will likely be responsible for about 10% of this cost. Ann noted that if the NGFD asks towns to pay their share up-front in order to secure a $20,000 discount, our town could do that because she has the money set aside.
Old Business-
Parcel database updates- This item tabled until next month when Tim Czerwonka can give his report.
Sale of International truck- The old truck was listed with Wisconsin Surplus with a reserve bid of $8000. In the end, the highest bid was $5,250. Steve Van Hout made a motion to accept the bid of $5,250 and sell the truck. Second by Steve Hermanson. Motion carried.
Town hall window replacement- Steve Hermanson presented an itemized estimate from Midwest Roofing and Construction for complete replacement of the town hall windows for $6500. The board decided to revisit this project next year.
Power and lighting at recycling shed- Steve Hermanson reported that Steve Jorenby is still on track to do this work for the Town.
New Business-
Changing meeting time for monthly Town Board meetings- The Board discussed the pros and cons of changing the meeting time, keeping in mind the accessibility of the meeting for town residents. Steve Van Hout moved to change the meeting time for the monthly Town Board meetings from 8:00 pm to 7:30 pm. Second by Steve Hermanson. Motion carried.
Town road repair proposals- Patrolman Wayne Bue and the Board discussed the repair proposals submitted to the Town by Green County Highway Department. Ann Carlson advised the Board of budget constraints for road work. Out of 10 proposals submitted, the most pressing were selected as follows:
- Steve Hermanson moved to do paver patch on Hay Hollow Rd. (proposal 2603) for $38,400. Second by Steve Van Hout. Motion carried.
- Steve Hermanson moved to do paver patch and sealcoat on Hustad Valley Rd. (proposal 2605) for $7,446.. Second by Steve Van Hout. Motion carried.
- Steve Hermanson moved to do paver patch and drainage work on Poplar Grove Rd. (proposal 2606) for $20,344. Second by Steve Van Hout. Motion carried.
- Steve Hermanson moved to do paver patch and drainage work on Sunnyside Rd. (proposal 2609) for $29,877. Second by Steve Van Hout. Motion carried.
Adjournment- Steve Hermanson moved to adjourn the meeting, second by Steve Van Hout. Motion carried. The meeting adjourned at 9:30 pm.
Respectfully submitted,
Heidi Hankley, Clerk