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Mercer Town Board of Supervisors – July 15th 2010 – Minutes
Chairman Kichak called the meeting of the Town of Mercer Board of Supervisors to order Thursday July 15th 2010 at 6:30 pm in the Haines Civic Building (Town Hall).
Roll Call: Jim Kichak, Jim Lambert, Jeff Stenberg, Bonnie Banaszak, Charles Schroepfer, and Opal Roberts. Absent: Christan Brandt and Atty Schellgell. Schellgell arrived at 6:48 pm.
Motion made by Banaszak, seconded by Schroepfer, to approve the minutes from the July 1st 2010 Town Board meeting. Carried.
Open comment: Wayne Riebe asked if Tom Thompson had talked to any board member about possible ATV trails. Lambert replied that there will be a Forestry meeting on Tuesday and he will talk to him then.
Cheri Stratte informed the board that she will be the new correspondent for the Northwoods FYI newspaper.
New Business: a) Discuss/Approve rezone from F-1 to R-2 for Guy White subdivision.
Lambert asked Kichak about the trees that had been cut along Russell Road on the town’s right of way. Kathy Tutt suggested that the Zoning Committee make sure that the plat map under consideration be the latest presented to the county.
Motion made by Banaszak, seconded by Lambert, to approve the rezone from F-1 to R-2 for the Guy White subdivision plat. Carried.
b) Discuss/approve conversion of accessory building to dwelling at 4693N John Dul Road owned by Aaron Porter.
Several board members had looked at the building site and determined that he could not build to the 22’ on the one side. The building sits on a rock shelf.
Motion made by Lambert, seconded by Schroepfer, to approve the building as is and the town will waive the 22’x22’ minimum requirement for the dwelling located at 4693N John Dul Road. Carried.
c) Discuss/Approve CWE task order amendment #1A for Highway 51 project.
This amends Task Order #1 dated 10/1/2009 for the Highway 51 project. The not-to-exceed budget is increased from $25,000 to $50,000.
Motion made by Banaszak, seconded by Lambert, to approve the Task Order Amendment #1A . Carried.
d) Discuss/Approve CWE task order amendment #2 for Beachway Drive project.
This amends the task order dated 9/17/09 for the reconstruction of Beachway Drive from Highway 51 to Mercer Lake Circle. The estimated costs for design, bidding and construction services are $38,200.
Motion made by Banaszak, seconded by Stenberg, to approve the Task Order amendment #2. Carried.
e) Discuss/Approve updated design estimates from EMCS (WI-DOT).
f) Discuss/Approve Road estimates and design notes.
Motion made by Banaszak, seconded by Lambert, to approve the EMCS design estimates and the road estimates and design notes. Carried.
These two agenda items were combined since they are so closely related. Banaszak presented the board with a list of changes for the final DOT design of the project. These were mainly driveway entrances and map road name changes that were incorrect. Craig Lester asked that no curb be placed along Vaughn in front of his buildings, and a 75’ long V-trough should be placed along the alley to allow for drainage to the storm sewer. At present most of the water from the alley runs onto his property. Schroepfer asked about placing tracer wires along the storm drain system to aid with future locates. A question was asked about Xcel Energy agreeing to bury the wires through town. Lambert thinks the town may have more influence with Xcel Energy with this request than the DOT. If we eliminate the clock, the banners, and install the taller poles with the decorative top, we will save approximately $73,600. The three extra lights north of State House Circle and one by the Post Office will cost $19,000. This will save about $54,600. Mercer Lake Association had some concerns and comments also, so these were included.
Motion made by Lambert, seconded by Stenberg, to approve the addition of the changes discussed above. Carried.
g) Discuss Malone blight problem.
Kichak and Lambert had talked to John Malone about the problem with the unsightly appearance of his property adjacent to the Business Park. Kichak and Stenberg will meet with Malone next week and discuss with him what needs to be done to remedy the situation. The list of requirements discussed at the site and a time frame for doing the work will then be given to the clerk so a formal letter can be sent to Mr Malone.
h) Closing of street for August 3rd 2010 between Hwy 51 and Around the Corner Pub.
Motion made by Schroepfer, seconded by Banaszak, to approve the street closing for the street dance on August 3rd 2010. Carried.
Old Business: none.
Legal: none.
Officer Reports: Clerk’s Report - Roberts presented the receipts list, vouchers and budget report.
Motion made by Lambert, seconded by Banaszak, to approve the vouchers and issue the checks. Carried.
The July 6th Public Information Meeting notes supplied by EMCS were included in the board packets. Francis Whitfield is having a ribbon cutting ceremony on July 31st at 10:30 am for the Your Arts showroom and business she has established at 678W Highway 51 and invites board members to attend. There will be meeting on July 27 at 10:00 am at the NCR Office in Rhinelander for the Mercer Plan Review for the Highway 51 Project. A letter from Structures Unlimited stating that Norseman Structures has acquired some of the assets of Cover-All but bears no responsibility for the liabilities associated with the company. Bob Jauch sent a letter stating he supported the request to remove the gray wolf from the endangered species list. Midland Services has sent a letter quoting the price for propane for the coming heating season. The DNR is purchasing 5,618.92 acres north of County FF at an approximate cost of $525.00 an acre. Schroepfer suggested a talk with the DNR to allow motorized trails through this property.
Treasurer’s Report – Roberts presented the Treasurer’s report. The General Account has a balance of $122,646.37. Total of all funds is $1,517,028.69.
Motion made by Lambert, seconded by Schroepfer, to approve the Treasurer’s report. Carried.
Board Reports: Chair/Garage reports: He went with Chris Niehaus, of the DNR, to the meeting held in Park Falls to discuss the building of a bridge on Popko Circle West between the Flambeau Flowage and Trude Lake. It was decided that the tubes cannot be replaced with box culverts. DNR is dragging their feet on this project. With the power company also being involved the cost will probably be a three way split. The DNR will be asking for quotes on costs for the building of the bridge. Road work and mowing is going slow due to the rain.
Supervisors: Stenberg – none.
Lambert – the men’s room at the ball park was vandalized on the 4th of July. The room needed extensive cleaning and the toilet replaced due to some sort of explosives set off in the commode. The Sheriff’s office was notified. Costs for cleaning and repair will run about $570. The “Welcome to Mercer” sign by Lake of the Falls park will be moved to the Mercer township line tomorrow.
Banaszak – Several of the bike path committee were present to ask the county Highway department for a letter of support for the grant application due by August 2nd. WISCAP is still conducting the income survey of the Sanitary District. She is of the opinion that Northwest Regional Planning and the county does not quite know what they are doing with the zoning classification changes. The meeting last evening was way too long and not much was accomplished. She would like permission to request certain things prior to the next meeting for this purpose, such as having an agenda; sticking to it; and the meeting to last no longer than a maximum of 1 ½ hours. This was granted.
Schroepfer – the library now has $141,000 in donations or pledges for the expansion project. Tom Bergman inspected the property on the north of side of Mercer Lake and discovered that the campers had been parked there for a long period of time.
Public Comment: Kathy Tutt reported that the school board met with the Town of Sherman board and they are moving forward with the procedure to move the Sherman students into the Mercer school. Wayne Riebe asked the board to place “no parking” cones along downtown Hwy 51 during Loon Day.
For Consideration and Approval: Liquor License: Application for Cranberry Inn (formerly Club 51), 5491N US Highway 51, John Sendra, agent.
Motion made Banaszak, seconded Schroepfer, to approve the liquor license for Cranberry Inn. Lambert abstained. Carried.
Temp Beer licenses for: St Jogues Catholic Church Polish Festival at the Church on Aug 1st 2010; Mercer Lions Loon Day at the pocket park for August 4th 2010; Mercer Lions BBQ at the park pavilion on August 21st 2010; Mercer Lions 60th Anniversary at the Community Center on September 9th 2010; and the Mercer Lioness Brazilian Dance at the Community Center on September 11 2010.
Motion made by Stenberg, seconded by Banaszak, to approve the Temp Beer licenses for the above listed. Carried.
Vouchers:
Payroll: #00021 Assoc. Bank $2,579.70; #27503 J Hammond $1,092.27; #27504 C Hertel $1,023.50; #27505 K Brunell $1,173.32; #27506 J Hahn $994.40; #27507 D Keefe $215.29; #27508 R Vacca $231.93; #27509 G Ylvisaker $208.94; #27510 M Dierbeck $724.47; #27511 J Huffmaster $227.32; #27512 S Huffmaster $63.61; #27513 G Lawrence $650.97; #27514 S Altman $230.87; #00022 Assoc. Bank $2,027.95; #27556 WI-DOR $1,089.59
Town: #27515 Assoc. Bank $1,177.89; #27524 A Kussard $36.00; #27534 DWD-UI $34.49; #27538 J Osmak $599.63; #27540 McConn $229.64; #27545 San. Dist. $87.20; #27547 P Carlson $2,500.00; #27550 Price Electric $342.10; #27554 Warehouse $12.86; #27557 Xcel Energy $1,807.05
Office: #27525 Airgas $74.50; #27532 Clermont Supply $222.45; #27537 Iron Co. Miner $748.00; #27545 San. Dist. $84.21; #27555 WE Energies $11.77; #27557 Xcel Energy $145.86
Garage: #27523 WI-DOT $5.00; #27525 Airgas $332.00; #27527 Aramark Uniform $60.29; #27529 AW Direct $116.82; #27531 CarQuest $140.65; 27533 Dave & Dean’s Tire $244.51; #27536 Giovanoni’s $97.95; #27541 NAPA $2,621.97; #27542 Amoco/BP $413.86; #27543 Mercer Lumber $95.36; #27545 San. Dist. $39.81; #27551 Ritchie Oil $2,805.88; #27554 Warehouse $35.73; #27557 Xcel Energy $177.5
Fire Dept: #27525 Airgas $218.05; #27542 Amoco/BP $111.40; #27545 San. Dist. $91.00; #27555 WE Energies $36.98; #27557 Xcel Energy $120.90
Rescue Barn: #27525 Airgas $77.00; #27555 WE Energies $20.52; #27557 Xcel Energy $79.71
Library/Comm. Center: #27525 Airgas $79.65; #27526 Amazon $253.97; #27528 Audio Editions $428.29; #27530 Baker & Taylor $1,021.87; #27532 Clermont Supply $176.08; #27535 Gardner Publishing $131.93; #27544 Mercer Library $105.37; #27545 San. Dist. $90.06; #27546 NWLS $122.64; #27548 Penworthy #234.55; #27552 Snow’s Market $28.36; #27553 Upstart $39.50; #27554 Warehouse $9.57; #27555 WE Energies $33.74; #27558 Xcel $281.60
Park: #27539 Lakes Dist. $43.69; #27543 Mercer Lumber $3,921.30; #27545 San. Dist. $163.37; #27549 Pitlik & Wick $5,585.00; #27554 Warehouse $9.88; #257557 Xcel Energy $110.96
Debt Service: #01007 Assoc. Bank $6,208.51
Other: #27499 L Minisan $182.72; #27500 Upper Lakes Food $1,144.98; #27501 Al’s Pit Stop $250.00; #27502 Cash $600.00; #27516 Century 21 $50.00; #27517 Dean Distributing $249.00; #27518 Hometown village $100.00; #27519 J Manzanares $246.00; #27520 K Roeder $213.86; #27512 Mercer Dental $75.00; #27522 T Brunell $31.59; #27554 Warehouse $141.98
The next regular meeting of the Mercer Town Board of Supervisors will be held on Thursday the 5th of August 2010 at 6:30 pm in the Haines Civic Building.
Motion made by Lambert, seconded by Stenberg, to go into Closed Session at 7:31 pm per WI Stats. 19.85 (1)(c) to discuss employee health insurance; and 1985(1)(i) to discuss Tourist Rooming House citations.. All yes.
Motion made by Lambert, seconded by Banaszak, to return to Open Session at 7:50 pm. All yes.
Action on Closed Session: After contacting the town’s health insurance agent for clarification on who can and cannot be insured on the group health plan, it was determined that the town would have to allow the addition of a child up to the age of 27.
Motion made by Schroepfer, seconded by Lambert, to rescind the decision made by the board at the last meeting on the question of insurance for a dependent child. Carried.
Motion made by Banaszak, seconded by Stenberg, to issue a citation to James Zantow in the event that a Conditional Use permit from the county is not required. Lambert abstained. Carried.
Motion made by Schroepfer, seconded by Stenberg, to pay the supplemental insurance costs (not covered by Medicare) for the clerk. Carried.
Motion made by Lambert, seconded by Stenberg, to adjourn the meeting at 7:53 pm. Carried.
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