Town of York
Monthly Board Meeting
Tuesday, September 10, 2019
Please Note: These Town Board meeting minutes are posted as draft-only to inform town residents of the topics addressed at the board meeting. These minutes are subject to review and possible revision at next month’s Town Board meeting and should not be considered official until they receive final board approval at that time.
The meeting was called to order at 7:30 PM. Town Chairman Steve Van Hout, 1st Supervisor Tim Czerwonka, 2nd Supervisor Steve Hermanson, and Clerk Heidi Hankley were all present. Treasurer Ann Carlson was absent. Verification of proper notice was given. Meeting minutes for the Tuesday, August 13, 2019 Board Meeting were presented. Tim Czerwonka moved to approve the August 13, 2019 minutes as presented, second by Steve Hermanson. Motion carried.
Treasurer’s Report- A written report provided by Ann Carlson was reviewed by the board in her absence. Steve Van Hout noted that Green County informed us that salt prices will go up from $74 to $91 per ton and that this will likely affect the salt budget. Steve Hermanson moved to approve the treasurer’s report as presented, second by Steve Van Hout. Motion carried.
Bills- Heidi Hankley and Steve Hermanson presented bills to be paid. Steve Van Hout made a motion to approve the bills as presented, second by Tim Czerwonka. Motion carried.
Patrolman’s Report- Patrolman Wayne Bue was not present, but Steve Van Hout relayed that Wayne and Steve Hermanson have been trimming trees along town roads. The county is too busy to do any tree clearing. Steve Hermanson presented some rental options for tree trimming equipment (mower and shear) so the town could make progress on this work.
Public Comment- Bill Kuenzi expressed concern about a deep rut in his town lane (Kuenzi Ln.) and asked if it would be addressed by the town. The board reiterated that Wayne will be reshaping town lanes and applying gravel to the three lanes he deems most in need, with additional lanes considered with budget review.
Plan Commission Report- The Plan Commission inquired if the board would be interested in having a Plan Commission member present at town board meetings. Steve Van Hout made a motion to request that a Plan Commission member be present at the Town Board meeting to give a report and answer questions, and that this person would receive a per diem for attending the meeting. Second by Steve Hermanson, motion carried.
Old Business-
- Land division for Meunch and driveway permits for Legler and Maxwell were tabled as they were not in attendance.
- Ron Erickson, New Glarus Fire Department- Ron Erickson presented the 2019-2020 budget for the New Glarus Fire Department as well as the final figures for the purchase of the new fire engine. Steve Hermanson made a motion to approve the New Glarus Fire Department’s 2019-2020 budget and the Town of York’s share of $14,081.48. Second by Steve Van Hout, motion carried. Steve Hermanson made a motion to approve the Town of York’s share of $50,018.75 for the replacement of fire engine #2. Second by Tim Czerwonka, motion carried.
- Power and Light at Recycling Center, Signage at Recycling Center- Steve Van Hout reported that Steve Jorenby is recommending that the electrical service for the outside lights and outlet inside the shed be run underground. He will submit a new bid for this work. Discussion concerning comprehensive signage at the recycling center was tabled pending discussion of Wednesday night hours for the Recycling Center at the next board meeting.
- Town hall garage door repair- Steve Hermanson reported that Kevin’s Overhead Doors still plans to repair the garage door. Steve H. requested that the work be done before cold weather sets in.
- Fire dues distribution to Blanchardville Fire Department- Tabled until Steve Hermanson can follow up with the Blanchardville Fire Department for clarification on this issue.
- Newsletter items- Board members reviewed materials for inclusion in the next town newsletter. These items were forwarded to Carrie Czerwonka who will be creating the newsletter.
- Town hall spruce up- Due to a tight budget, the board decided to table discussion of upgrades to the town hall. This item will be discussed at the next Annual Meeting of the town in April 2020.
New Business-
- Samantha Hoesly land transfer- Steve Van Hout moved to approve the land transfer form submitted by Samantha Hoesly for N8310 Cty Rd A, Section 22, Parcel 23032 04391000. Second by Steve Hermanson, motion carried.
- Nick & Barbara Miller Driveway Permit (Farmers Grove Rd)- Steve Hermanson made a motion to approve the Driveway Permit for Nick and Barbara Miller and that no fee would be charged for this permit because no changes are being made to the existing driveway (they are replacing the home and detached garage with a new home that has an attached garage). Second by Steve Van Hout, motion carried.
- Aaron & Holly Siegenthaler Driveway Permit- Steve Van Hout moved to approve the Driveway Permit for Holly and Aaron Siegenthaler for new home construction in Pond Rose (off of Hwy. H). Second by Steve Hermanson, motion carried.
- Kurt & Tammy Pierce driveway refund (Prairie Brook)- Steve Hermanson moved to approve the driveway refund of $1000 to Kurt and Tammy Pierce. Second by Tim Czerwonka, motion carried.
- Green’s Prairie Cemetery Association annual report- Bill Kuenzi and Jim Grant provided their annual report on the Green’s Prairie Cemetery Association. They noted that they are planning to have Pechmann Memorials install a marker for Nathan Sherman (veteran, War of 1812) and do other repair work, probably next spring. They continue to work with the Prairie Bluff Chapter of The Prairie Enthusiasts to manage the remnant prairie, including a spring burn and controlling invasive species. They are planning the 2020 Memorial Day event that will mark the 175th year of the establishment of the cemetery. They are also investigating the installation of a flag pole and plan to dedicate this to the late Dave Green, who donated so much time and effort to Green’s Prairie Cemetery Association. Steve Van Hout moved to give Green’s Prairie Cemetery Association a $300 maintenance stipend. Second by Steve Hermanson, motion carried.
Adjournment- Steve Hermanson moved to adjourn the meeting, second by Tim Czerwonka. Motion carried. The meeting adjourned at 10:00 pm.
Respectfully submitted,
Heidi Hankley, Clerk