Town board meeting agendas, minutes
Minutes of the Town of Newbold Town Board
Finance and Regular Town Board Meeting
Held on Thursday, June 14, 2012
The Town of Newbold Town Board met on Thursday, June 14, 2012 at 6:00 p.m. in open session for the Town Board Finance meeting and at 6:30 p.m., in open session for the Town Board Regular Monthly Meeting, at the Town of Newbold Town Hall, Highway 47, North, Rhinelander, Wisconsin, 54501, Oneida County, Wisconsin. The following was discussed:
· Dave Kroll, Chairman called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. The following were in attendance: Dave Kroll, Chairman; Bob Metropulos, Scott Eshelman, Mike Sueflohn, Ben Loma, Supervisors; Kim Gauthier, Clerk and Jodie Hess, Treasurer.
· Approval and payment of bills, receipt of financial reports and fund adjustments.
A motion was made by Mr. Metropulos and seconded by Mr. Sueflohn to approve the bills and disbursements, as presented. That motion carried on a vote of five ayes and zero nays. A motion was made by Mr. Eshelman and seconded by Mr. Loma to approve the monthly financial reports, as presented. That motion carried on a vote of five ayes and zero nays. Mr. Eshelman requested that the town receive a report of services provided from the St. Germain Fire Department.
A motion was made by Mr. Sueflohn and seconded by Mr. Eshelman to approve the transfer of funds from the general fund to designated fire department equipment fund. That motion carried on a vote of five ayes and zero nays.
· A motion was made by Mr. Metropulos and seconded by Mr. Sueflohn to adjourn the finance meeting at 6:22 p.m. That motion carried on a vote of five ayes and zero nays.
· 6:30 p.m. The Regular Town Board Meeting was called to order by Mr. Kroll, who also led the audience in the pledge of allegiance. Ms. Gauthier verified that the agenda was properly posted and an affidavit of such posting is on file in the Clerk’s office.
· A motion was made by Mr. Metropulos and seconded by Mr. Sueflohn to approve the Regular Town Board Meeting Minutes of May 31, 2012 as presented. That motion carried on a vote of four ayes and zero nays. Mr. Eshelman abstained.
· Discussion and Action on Replacement of Brush-Mower Tractor. The town board received presentation materials from Mr. Peter Lulich and Mr. Al Urness. There was no action taken, as the town board tabled this agenda item until the June 28th meeting.
· Rhinelander District Library Representative. Ms. Debbie Valine was present and reported on recent events in both the adult and children’s departments. Ms. Valine indicated the library is looking for participation in their planning committee relating to both building and finance.
· Discussion and Action on Proposed Amendment to Chapter 11, Creating a Slow-No-Wake Zone in the area known as “Munninghof Marsh”. Mr. Eshelman removed himself from the town board during this agenda item. A motion was made by Mr. Metropulos and seconded by Mr. Sueflohn to approve the amendment to Chapter 11, as presented. A roll call vote was taken with the following response: Ben Loma “aye”, Mike Sueflohn “aye”, Bob Metropulos “aye” and Dave Kroll “aye”. That motion carried on a vote of four ayes and zero nays.
· Discussion and Action on a Citizen Request from the Virgin Acres Subdivision to allow the use of Golf Carts on Town Roads in this area. A motion was made by Mr. Kroll and seconded by Mr. Eshelman to open up public input on this agenda item. That motion carried on a vote of five ayes and zero nays. Michael Moore presented a petition with seventy-four signatures in favor of the proposal. Mr.
Moore noted there are one-hundred and ten address sites in this subdivision. Ed Choinski commented that the town board should also consider other small communities in Newbold who may be interested in this request also. Pete Cody commented that there are other subdivisions in Newbold and asked if the town board is prepared to address this in the whole town. Greg Bozinski commented on the use of golf carts as an economical means of transportation. There was no other public comment. A motion was made by Mr. Sueflohn and seconded by Mr. Metropulos to move forward with drafting and consideration of golf carts as presented. That motion carried on a vote of five ayes and zero nays.
· Discussion and action on Oneida County Zoning requests, Plan Commission and Citizen Zoning requests, if any.
a. Preliminary two lot access/utility review of Michael Wojtusik, owner and A.R. Jones Surveying, surveyor for property described as Pt SE SW, Section 28, T38N, R8E, Pin NE 799, Town of Newbold. Mr. Jones presented the final map. Mr. Sueflohn indicated the request meets the town land division requirements per ordinance and the Plan Commission recommends approval. A motion was made by Mr. Sueflohn and seconded by Mr. Metropulos to approve the division as presented pending payment of fees. That motion carried on a vote of five ayes and zero nays. Mr. Jones paid the fee required.
b. Discussion and Action on the Edited Version of Chapter 13. Mr. Sueflohn provided a copy of the edited version of Chapter 13 with the changes made. The town board set a public hearing on the proposed changes for Saturday, September 8, 2012 at 1:00 p.m.
c. Chairman’s Report. Mr. Sueflohn indicated at the last Plan Commission meeting the members discussed changing the time of the meetings, however, decided to leave the regular meeting time as is. The July meeting has been canceled due to the holiday unless an issue arises.
· Discussion and Action on Clean-up of Property Located at 6838 River Road. It was noted that Oneida County is moving forward with enforcement and asked that the town pay for the clean-up of this property and apply the cost to the owner’s tax bill. A motion was made by Mr. Loma and seconded by Mr. Metropulos to contact a family member of the 6838 River Road property prior to taking action and post pone a decision on the County’s request and advise the County that the town will impose a deadline on this issue. A substitute motion was made by Mr. Eshelman and seconded by Mr. Metropulos that with in the next sixty days a good faith effort be made to seek resolution of the complaint. That motion carried on a
vote of five ayes and zero nays. Mr. Kroll will email the County and Mr. Metropulos will begin contact with the property owner and/or family.
· County Supervisors Report. Mr. Rudolph was absent and excused.
· Town Lakes Committee Report. Mr. Eshelman indicated the committee has a volunteer to become secretary. The educational packets will be assembled next week. The committee may be presenting a grant application to the town board in the near future.
· Discussion and Action on Liquor License Applications. A motion was made by Mr. Sueflohn and seconded by Mr. Eshelman to approve the liquor license for Northwood’s National Bank (former Backwaters) pending receipt of personal property taxes. That motion carried on a vote of five ayes and zero nays. A motion was made by Mr. Eshelman and seconded by Mr. Sueflohn to approve the liquor license of Rainbow Shores pending the payment of delinquent personal property taxes. That motion carried on a vote of five ayes and zero nays. A motion was made by Mr. Loma and seconded by Mr. Sueflohn to deny the liquor license of Bob Katz Corporation due to the revocation of the sellers permit. That motion carried on a vote of five ayes and zero nays. A motion was made by Mr. Metropulos and seconded by Mr. Sueflohn to approve the remaining liquor licenses for the establishments listed as provided. That motion carried on a vote of five ayes and zero nays.
· Discussion and Action on Cigarette License Applications. A motion was made by Mr. Sueflohn and seconded by Mr. Metropulos to approve the tobacco licenses as presented by the Clerk. That motion carried on a vote of five ayes and zero nays.
· Discussion and Action on Bartender/Operators License Applications. A motion was made by Mr. Sueflohn and seconded by Mr. Eshelman to approve the bartender license applications one through eight on the list provided by the Clerk. That motion carried on a vote of five ayes and zero nays. A motion was made by Mr. Eshelman and seconded by Mr. Metropulos to approve the license for Mr. Davison pending payment of the required fees. That motion carried on a vote of five ayes and zero nays. A motion was made by Mr. Eshelman and seconded by Mr. Sueflohn to approve the license of Ms. Wilson as presented. That motion
carried on a vote of five ayes and zero nays. A motion was made by Mr. Metropulos and seconded by Mr. Eshelman to approve the operator licenses of Mr. Fryar and Ms. St. Louis as presented. That motion carried on a vote of five ayes and zero nays.
· Administrative review and action, if necessary, concerning general government, public safety, recycling, sanitation, culture, education, job assignments, project updates, transportation, budget items, fund transfers, and future agenda items.
The next town board meeting is June 28, 2012. The board will add preliminary discussion of 2013 review of the comprehensive plan to the agenda. Ms. Gauthier commented that despite recent comments on the inaccuracy of election
equipment through ES&S, she wanted it known that the Town of Newbold has equipment through Command Central and all equipment and programmed media is tested prior to an election, per state statute. This test is open to the public for observation. Ms. Gauthier welcomed any resident to contact her with questions about how election equipment is tested for accuracy.
· Public Comment and Communication Period per Wisconsin Statutes whereby the Town Board can discuss any matter raised by the public. No comments made.
· Adjournment at 9:09 p.m. A motion was made by Mr. Metropulos and seconded by Mr. Sueflohn to adjourn. That motion carried on a vote of five ayes and zero nays.
Respectfully Submitted By:
Kim Gauthier, Town Clerk
Minutes of the Special Town of Newbold Town Board Meeting
Held on Tuesday, June 12, 2012
The Town of Newbold Board of Supervisors met on Tuesday, June 12, 2012 at 4:00 p.m. in open session for a Special Town Board Meeting, at the Town of Newbold Fire Station #1, Highway 47, North, Rhinelander, Wisconsin, 54501, Oneida County, Wisconsin. The following was discussed:
• Dave Kroll, Chairman called the meeting to order at 4:00 p.m. The following were in attendance: Chairman Dave Kroll; Supervisors Bob Metropulos, Scott Eshelman, Mike Sueflohn, and Ben Loma; and Director of Public Works Mark Fetzer. Also present was Mr. Archie Serwe of Serwe Implement, LLC.
• Mr. Serwe provided information to consider on his experience with, and current specification comparison of New Holland and John Deere tractors, and Tiger and Diamond brush mowers. The Board received the information for future consideration and took no action at this meeting.
• Adjournment at 5:28 p.m. A motion was made by Mr. Metropulos and seconded by Mr. Loma to adjourn. That motion carried on a vote of four ayes and zero nays.
Respectfully Submitted By:
David Kroll, Chairman
Town of Cassian Board Meeting Minutes
June 21, 2012 (not yet approved by the Board)
Meeting Called to Order by Chairman Larry Hendrickson, Present Larry, Gail, Gene,
and Mary.
Motion by Gail, 2nd by Gene to approve server licenses as presented. M/C
Motion by Gail, 2nd by Larry to approve the liquor licenses for Ten Point, Northwoods Store, Pinewood, Deakin Shores, Birch Lake Resort and Cottage Inn. M/C
Motion by Gail, 2nd by Larry to approve the driveway permit subject to an “after the Fact” permit (driveway was installed 6/19 or 6/20) subject to work being done as discussed with Chairman and an additional $100 being paid. M/C
Motion by adjourn by Gene, 2nd by Larry. M/C.
TOWN OF PINE LAKE
ONEIDA COUNTY
NOTICE OF BOARD MEETING
June 20, 2012
6:30 P.M.
Fire Department Room #1,
Pine Lake Community Building, 4197 River Road
AMENDED AGENDA
1. Convene Meeting in Open Session
2. Approve Agenda
3. Approve Minutes of May 16, 2012, Town Board Meeting
4. Treasurer’s Report, May, 2012
5. Library Report
6. Citizens’ Concerns
7. Bids for Repaving of River Road for 1.1 Mile
8. Minimum Highway Designs Standards Ordinance #06-02 Review for Conflicts in Bidding Process
9. Renewal Applications for Alcohol Licenses – July 1, 2012 through June 30, 2013- Not Approved in May “Class B” Liquor and Class “B” Beer – Randy Jordan, Randal K. Seibert, Lurv’s Kozy Korner, LLC, Steven M. Lurvey, Agent, Xebec Corporation, Gerry Van Harpen, Agent
10. Renewal Applications for Cigarette Licenses – July 1, 2012 through June 30, 2013 Not Approved in May – Xebec Corporation
11. Overlay Districts from Plan Commission
12. Library Update
13. Request from WPS on Placement of Power Lines for Black Bear Lane
14. Request Purchase of 8 New Voting Booths to Replace Current Deteriorating Booths – Cost Under $2,000
15. Constable Report
16. Fire Department Report
17. Communications
18. Committee Reports
19. Approve June, 2012, Vouchers for Payment
20. Set Next Board Meeting for July 18, 2012, at 6:30 p.m.
21. Adjournment
Proceedings of the Town of Pine Lake Board Meeting
held on May 16, 1 2012 at 6:30 P.M., in the Pine Lake Community Building,
4197 River Road, Fire Department Room # 1.
Notice of meeting was posted in three (3) locations within the Township of Pine Lake according to Wisconsin Statutes. Meeting was also posted on www.townofpinelake.com
PRESENT: Chairman Jim Flory, Supervisors Brian Gehrig, Timothy Oestreich, Matt Matteson, and Nick Scholtes, Treasurer Judy Skinner and Clerk Cindy Skinner.
Chairman Flory called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m. Motion by Matt Matteson to approve the agenda and chairman to move items as necessary, second by Brian Gehrig. Motion carried by voice vote.
Motion by Tim Oestreich to approve the minutes of the April 18, 2012, Town Board Meeting, second by Matt Matteson. Motion carried by voice vote.
Treasurer’s Report by Judy Skinner. Book Balance – 3/31/2012 – $790,602,36. Receipts – $60,257.83. Disbursements – $42,442.21. Book Balance – 4/30/2012 – $808,417.98. Checking Account – $255,049.11. Peoples State Bank Money Market – $530,222.62. Mid-Wisconsin CD – $23,146.25. Bank Balance – 4/30/2012 – $808,417.98.
Move Item #7 – Sale of used patrol truck. Jim Flory explained offer from Town of Pelican for $25,000 last Tuesday. He received an email Saturday with offer from Town of Cadott for $27,500. Town of Pelican represented by Gerry Rou, chairman, re-offered at $30,000 without knowledge of Town of Cadott offer. Motion by Matt Matteson to accept the $30,000 offer from the Town of Pelican, second by Nick Scholtes. Motion carried by voice vote.
Library Report by Ken Hardtke. A written report was given to the board. Meeting was held with the Library Foundation to work on future plans for expansion and fundraising. Budget report was approved with 28.9% spent with 33.3% of year elapsed. Space utilization needs assessment was approved and committee assignments were made. Request for vehicle donation turned down by GM. Director to look at other options for a vehicle donation. New material received in April included 127 adult materials, 18 large print, 31 DVD’s, 16 young adult books, 11 young adult music items, for a total of 203. Library now has 451 Facebook fans. Circulation report shows overall usage is up 7.5% from last year with Pine Lake down 7%. Usage report shows city residents 42%, Pine Lake 6%, Pelican 6%, Crescent 5%, Newbold 4%, all others 27%, guests 10%. Next meeting will be June 6, 2012, at 3:15 p.m., visitors welcome.
Citizens concerns. None.
Menards update. Tim Oestreich explained what’s happening with construction already starting and concerns of landowners along Birchwood Drive across from Menards. Discussion. Concensus that nothing can be done.
Elimination of private road named Crestview Drive. Jim Flory explained reason for elimination, it is basically a driveway for one residence, not a town road. The address will be reassigned to Forest Point Road. Discussion. Motion by Brian Gehrig to eliminate the road named Crestview Drive, second by Jim Flory. Motion carried by voice vote.
Move to Item #11. Renewal applications for Alcohol Licenses, July 1, 2012 through June 30, 2013. “Class B” Liquor and Class “B” Beer – Judith A. Koczka, Randy Jordan, Dennis Spencer, Randal K. Seibert, Cross Country Bar and Grill, Inc., Lisa Wierschke, Agent —- Lightening Good Times, LLC, William S. Heath, Agent —- Lurv’s Kozy Korner, LLC, Steven M. Lurvey, Agent —- Xebec Corporation, Gerry Van Harpen, Agent —- Pine Valley Lodge, LLC., Nancy Schroepfer, Agent “Class A” Liquor and Class “A” Beer – Stephanie Rae Lieder Class “B” Beer – Hodag Sports Club, In 56 c., Doris Bauman, Agent
Clerk reported that Randy Jordan (Jailhouse) owes real estate taxes in the amount of $3,878.90, Randal Seibert (Pine Harbor Bar) owes personal property taxes in the amount of $590.13, Xebec Corporation (Hodag Countryfest) has safety issues identified by the fire department and not resolved after several years of request to have taken care of, Lurv’s Kozy Korner, LLC, has outstanding bills with General Beverage in the amount of $3,481.11 and Badger Liquor in the amount of $1,742.67. The other applications had no issues. All background checks were done. Motion by Nick Scholtes to approve alcohol renewal applications except for Randy Jordan, Randal Seibert, Lurv’s Kozy Korner, LLC, and Xebec Corporation for above stated reasons, second by Matt Matteson. Motion carried by voice vote.
Renewal applications for cigarette licenses, July 1, 2012 through June 30, 2013, Lightening Good Times, LLC, Xebec Corporation, Stephanie Rae Lieder. Motion by Tim Oestreich to approve the renewals except for Xebec Corporation for above stated reasons, second by Jim Flory. Motion carried by voice vote.
Renewal applications for operator’s licenses, July 1, 2012 through June 30, 2014, Robert Anderle, Tracey A. Payne, Cheryl Hirman, Justin M. Marten. Clerk reported all background checks were clear. Motion by Matt Matteson to approve, second by Nick Scholtes. Motion carried by voice vote.
Item #10 – Employee Work Agreement/Handbook. Nick Scholtes explained background and agreement with a few more changes made. Discussion. Motion by Nick Scholtes to approve the Employee Work Agreement with suggested changes, second by Matt Matteson. Motion carried by voice vote of 4 ayes and 1 no (Jim Flory).
Constable Report. Tom Quandt not at meeting.
Fire Department Report. Brian Gehrig reported two fire calls and 17 EMS calls. All taverns had been inspected except for Hodag Countryfest and Hodag Sports Club. The church on Highway 17 has been sold with it now being a residence and business. Cross Country Bar is looking into building a banquet center.
Communications. Jim Flory – County meeting for CUP for Pine Valley was held today and approved. Letter to residence on Sandy Loop from county regarding permits. Jim Flory and Brian Gehrig met with Mrs. Ziegenbein concerned with the cutting along Lakeshore Drive. New updated town website up and running. Jack Sorensen reported on county board. Real estate signs not on the listed property and on road right-of-way will be picked up by county on county roads. Towns can also do the same. Explained mining issues.
Committee Reports – Highway Shop Maintenance Committee completed work agreement. Truck bid and road bid in process.
Motion by Matt Matteson to approve the May, 2012, vouchers for payment, second by Nick Scholtes. Motion carried by voice vote.
Next board meeting set for June 20, 2012, at 6:30 p.m.
Motion by Matt Matteson to adjourn, second by Tim Oestreich. Motion carried by voice vote. Meeting adjourned at 8:05 p.m.
Submitted by Cindy Skinner, Clerk
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