Monday, August 8, 2022, Regular Meeting Minutes
The REGULAR MONTHLY MEETING for the Town of Springfield was called to order by Dean Fayerweather at 6:37 p.m. PRESENT: Chairman Dean Fayerweather, Supervisors: Jim Mahoney & Barry Ketchum, Clerk/Treasurer Sheri Erickson, Mark Erickson, Martha Erickson, Robert Plahn, Lisa Knutson and Josh Melstrom.
A motion was made by Barry & 2nd by Dean to approve the agenda. Motion carried.
A motion was made by Dean & 2nd by Barry to approve the Regular July minutes as presented. Motion carried.
Building Code and Permits Discussion: Josh Melstrom discussed some building code issues that need clarification. He will provide some examples of other township building codes. After reviewing examples, the board will meet to update the township building code.
The July financial report was read. A motion was made by Barry & 2nd by Jim to approve the report as read. Motion carried.
A motion was made by Dean & 2nd by Jim to approve the bills to be paid in August at a total of $70,343.63. Motion carried.
Clerk report: Sheri stated the WTA Fall training for clerks will be held in September and the cost of the virtual program is $64. A motion was made by Dean & 2nd by Barry for Sheri to attend the WTA Fall Workshop. Motion carried. Sheri also stated she will need to reorder checks soon and would like to switch to the QuickBooks check blank style. A motion was made by Dean & 2nd by Jim to purchase QuickBooks laser style check blanks. Motion carried.
Bonita Larson/Corporate Counsel: Dean and Jim discussed the Victor and Bonita Larson’s cattle at large from last Friday and today. Dean stated that the cattle are forcing their way through the fence. Jim read a list of cost associated with the Larson at large cattle. Dean states we can charge the ordinance fee and expenses. Second and third offense ordinance fee should be invoiced. A motion was made by Dean & 2nd by Jim to pay Jim Lund $250 for expenses related to using his corral. Motion carried.
September Clean Up Day: There was a discussion about charging new fees for clean up day and mailing out post cards about the new fee rates. A motion was made by Dean & 2nd by Barry to charge $10 for trunk load, $20 for pickup load and $30 for trailer sized load with the right to refuse. Motion carried.
ARPA Grant Item List Update: A motion was made by Barry & 2nd by Dean to purchase the Mini Split Air Conditioner Unit. Motion carried. A motion was made by Barry & 2nd by Jim to purchase the cellular antenna not to exceed $400. Motion carried.
Recycling/ Maintenance Report: Dumpsters for clean need to be ordered. Two gravel roads have been graded. County suggested that 96th needs gravel but 325th is okay for now.
Chairman Report: Need to follow up on used oil. Will contact Community Development about trailer issue in Hersey.
Public Input: Items brought up were camper on 96th, UTVs not allowed on Rustic Roads, gravel on 325th, and township by-laws and committees.
Meeting Adjourned.