TOWN OF MOUNTAIN
BOARD MEETING MARCH 8, 2011
MINUTES
The meeting was called to order by Chairman Hull at 7:00 p.m. in the Town Office. Roll call was taken with Chairman Hull, Sup. Uecke and Clerk/Treas Kauzlaric present, Sup. Wirth absent, as well as 14 in attendance. The agenda was posted on March 5, 2011. Motion to approve the agenda by Uecke. Seconded by Hull. Motion carried. The Pledge of Allegiance is said.
Treasurer’s Report was given by Kauzlaric with bank statements available for review. Motion to accept it by Hull. Seconded by Uecke. Motion carried.
Minutes of the Town Board meeting held February 8, 2011 were available for review. Motion to accept minutes by Uecke. Seconded by Hull. Motion carried.
New Road Crew Hires – Dillenberg & Heyrman – Motion to approve Wayne Dillenberg by Uecke. Seconded by Hull. Motion carried. Motion to approve Rob Heyrman by Hull. Seconded by Uecke. Motion carried. Motion to approve prorated to February 1st by Hull. Seconded by Uecke. Motion carried.
Budget Amendments – none at this time
Disbursements were available for all to review; check #19277 to and including #19329 for $27,189.91, which includes auto withdrawal of payroll taxes. Motion to approve disbursements by Uecke. Seconded by Hull. Motion carried.
Ambulance Report – Chairman Hull discussed meeting held February 10th; street light, helispot, 1999 Ambulance update. No motions are entertained.
Fire Department Report 2 meetings no fires, as noted by Clerk Kauzlaric. No motions are entertained.
Humane Officer Report is given by Clerk Kauzlaric, with 3 calls researched. No motions are entertained.
Cemetery Report – Sup. Uecke stated Cemetery Annual Meeting held February 28th; reviewed job descriptions, review/update of Cemetery Ordinance to be completed by each Town Board, need to post new hire for lawn care; spring maintenance needs. No motions are entertained.
Planning Commission Report –
– Bear Paw Scout Camp request for designated swim area: Chairman Hull reviewed planning commission discussion; Ranger Anderson available to answer questions, discussed new State of WI/DNR requirements for boat dock registration is reason for request for designated swim area. Motion to approve buoys for designated swim area by Uecke. Seconded by Hull. Motion carried.
– Dusty Trails ATV-Grant to asphalt trails off of roads: Chairman Hull discussed request from Dusty Trails to receive Town Board approval to asphalt ATV trails approximately 50’ off of some Town Road crossings to control erosion and help keep gravel off of roads; Planning Commission approved with condition that all Town Board specifications are met; approval needed from Town Board prior to Dusty Trails ATV proceeding with grant process; roads not specified until Dusty Trails has grant approval; Dusty Trails to review roads and receive specification for each road if grant received. Motion that we approve the asphalting of the town section up to the roads with the specifications that we require by Uecke. Seconded by Hull. Motion carried.
Communication File is reviewed and list is signed.
ATV Application-Kingsbury – Clerk Kauzlaric reviewed actions taken with no proof of ownership; property owner out of state and unable to review documents for proof of ownership; survey may be required with cost burden placed on individual that submitted application. Tabled for further information.
Gillett Regional Municipal Court Agreement – Chairman Hull updated residents present on purpose of Gillett Regional Municipal Court system. Motion to accept agreement as presented by Uecke. Seconded by Hull. Motion carried.
Gillett Municipal Court Ordinance Review– Motion to accept ordinance as proposed by Uecke. Seconded by Hull. Motion carried.
Special Gathering License Application – MABA Fisheree May 7th – Motion to approve Special Gathering License by Uecke. Seconded by Hull. Motion carried.
Fire Department Standard Operation Procedures – need to review in depth. Tabled until next month for review.
Town employee job descriptions discussion – job descriptions supplied for review; need for Fire Department Chief (sample available). Tabled until next month.
Business Park Lot discussion – Chairman Hull would like to review lots available, their value, review selling prices and discuss advertising. Tabled until next month for further review.
Hearing of the People brought about concerns relating to Al Lauterborn’s paycheck; Town Board hours as employees (Sup. Wirth usually higher); concern with upcoming election and concern that residents are aware they can vote for 2 individuals in the Supervisor position
Announcements:
Chute Lake Rehab Dist. #1 Meeting Saturday, March 12th 9:00 a.m. @ Fire Department
MABA Meeting Thursday, March 17th 5:30 p.m. @ Lakeside Inn
Planning Commission Meeting MONDAY, April 4th 7:00 p.m. @ Town Office
Spring Election Tuesday, April 5th 7:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. @ Town Office
Town Board Meeting Tuesday, April 12th 7:00 p.m. @ Town Office
Town of Mountain Annual Meeting Tuesday, April 12th following the Town Board Meeting @ Town Office
Motion to adjourn into closed session per WI SS 19.85(1)(b) by Uecke. Seconded by Hull. Motion carried. Time is 7:55 p.m.
Re-convene from closed session at 9:10 p.m.
Motion to adjourn by Uecke. Seconded by Hull. Motion carried. Time is 9:11 p.m.
Respectfully submitted for approval by,
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Lynn Kauzlaric, Clerk