REGULAR TOWN BOARD MEETING
APRIL 8, 2008
7:00 P.M.
LAKEWOOD TOWN HALL
This meeting was posted in the three usual places those being the Lakewood Town Hall, Lakewood Super Valu and the Timberwood Bank and also published in the Beacon and Reporter prior to tonight�s meeting.
PRESENT: Tom Gryboski, Chairman, Lee Spletter and Tom Haberstein, Supervisors. Denise Jackett, Clerk. Virginia Nelson, Treasurer.
VISITORS: Mike Maus, Joan White, Raoul Schottky, John Brantmeier, Don Jackson, Loren Nelson, Roger Enderby, Rose Mary Enderby, Gene Dunsirn, Jan Liebsch, Dave Johnson, Don Bartels, Jr., Robert Landwher, Jack Bailey, Nancy Rehbein, Marlene Sauriol, Adriane Bartels, Ted Schuurmans, Betty Sellhausen, Scott VanLaanen, Ted Bartels, Randy Jackett.
This meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Chairman Gryboski.
Tom G. Asked for a motion to approve the Agenda. Lee S. stated additions to be made to the Agenda.
Item 4.a. Open and accept Bids for Chip Seal
4.b. Open and accept Bids for Black Top
Motion to approve the agenda with additions, motion by Lee S., seconded by Tom H., all ayes motion carried.
Motion by Tom H. to accept the minutes of April 8, 2008 Town Board Meeting, seconded by Lee S., all ayes motion carried.
Treasurer�s Report: Given by Virginia Nelson and summarized in these minutes.
Checking Account Beginning Balance: $ 255,233.92
Receipts: $ 129,267.07
Total in Checking $ 354,500.99
Less Expenses: $ 246,463.91
Balance in Checking $108,037.08
Cemetery Account: $500.00
Tax Account: $306,833.02
Omitted Tax Account: $142,822.47
Storm Water Account: $ 74,974.88
Motion to approve the Treasurer�s report by Lee S.., seconded by Tom H.., all ayes motion carried.
Bids for Chip Seal: Denise presented two (2) sealed bids.
1. Fahrner Asphalt Sealers, LLC. $13,528.38 per mile 18 foot wide roads
$14,516.72 per mile 20 foot wide roads
2. Scott Construction, Inc. $10,780.00 per mile 18 foot wide roads
$11,890.00 per mile 20 foot wide roads
After review bid was accepted from Scott Construction, Inc. Motion made by Tom H., Second by Lee S. All ayes motion carried.
Bids for Black Top: Denise presented one (1) sealed bid.
1. Northeast Asphalt, Inc. $43.85 per ton
Motion made by Lee S.. To accept the bid from Northeast Asphalt, Inc., Second by
Tom H.. All ayes motion carried.
Lakewood Plan Commission:
Report was given by Lee S. . Plan Commission recommends approval of CSM for Einberger Lane to approve for a Town Road.
Motion made by Tom H.. To accept the CSM for Einberger Road., Second by
Lee S., all ayes motion carried.
Ducha Property that was purchased by the Town for the Storm Water Project has no frontage on Twin Pines Road. Terry Rank will donate the frontage if the Town will pay for the CSM. Lee S. stated the CSM to cost approximately $800.00 (not firm quote). Plan Commission recommends the Town approve payment for the CSM, not to exceed $1500.00. Motion made by Tom H. to approve payment for the CSM. Second by
Lee S., all ayes motion carried.
Preliminary CSM for Leonard Lewins on Chain Lake Lane. Dedication of right of way. Plan Commission recommends the Town approve the CSM. Motion made by Tom H. to accept the CSM. Second by Lee S., all ayes motion carried.
Capitol Improvement Committee:
No Report
Omitted Tax Account/Transfer of monies:
Denise inquired as to what to do with the $142,822.47 in the Omitted Tax Account. Virginia added there was to be more added to the account.
It had been discussed to put the funds into Capitol Improvements or another type account.
It was also previously mentioned that some of the funds will be needed for the Storm Water Project. Ted Schuurmans mentioned that there will be approximately an additional $10,000.00 needed.
Tom G. made to move $10,000.00 to the Storm Water Account. Second by
Tom H., all ayes motion carried.
Lee S. Made motion the balance of $132,822.47 is put to a general fund to be used as needed. Second by Tom H., all ayes motion carried.
Virginia inquired as to what to call the account. Ted Schuurmans suggested it to be called Contingency Fund.
Assessor Position:
Tom G. made commented that at the annual meeting there was motion made to go to an Appointed Assessor. There had been questions as to whether or not the individual that made the motion was an actual resident of the Town of Lakewood. After speaking with the Town Attorney, James Morrison, Tom G. Was told it would be better not to act on the issue until residency is confirmed.
Don Jackson presented minutes of June 13, 1994 Town Meeting where the Town Constable Position was abolished and made an appointed position. He thought it might be possible to take the same direction with the Assessor Position.
Lee S. added that by State law the only time the Assessor Position may be changed from elected to appointed is at an Annual Meeting of the electors. Town Board must act on what was directed at the Annual Meeting.
Tom G. Suggest the Town takes the advice of Mr. Morrison and not act on the issue at this time.
Dave Johnson added that Lee S. had come to his home to speak with him on the issue of being a resident and was satisfied that he was a resident when he left. Dave inquired as to what else he needed to do to satisfy the issue.
Tom G. explained that it was brought to his attention by an individual that they did not believe that Mr. Johnson was a resident. After doing a check it was found that Mr. Johnson was not registered to vote in Lakewood and there was reason to believe that he had an address in Green Bay, so it is questioned.
Dave replied he would speak to Mr. Morrison the Town Attorney.
Don Bartels brought forth discussion on whether the position will be elected or appointed. There was concern because this was done before. This will be discussed at a future meeting.
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Appointed committee/conflicts of interest:
Lee made mention of that at the Annual Meeting request was made the Town to take a look at the people that are appointed to committees and commissions. The appointed people should have no conflict of interests.
Additional Committees:
a. Small group Gatherings
This was recommended at the Annual Meeting. The Town to take a look at putting in to place permits for gatherings of 75 people or more. Lee S. Commented that for the town to put an ordinance into effect, the County must first have one in place. The County does have an ordinance for large group not known if there is one for small group. b. Combining the Clerk /Treasurer Position
This has been spoken about in the past. Research needs to be done. If the position is combined there would have to be an outside audit.
Roads to be Blacktopped:
Tom G. Stated that after the road inspection the board will determine where the greatest need is, the cost and funds available.
Lee read a list of roads that were looked at. (see report)
Info Signage for Town Buildings:
Will look into additional signage.
Cedar Fence:
This has been completed. The fence has been moved to the ball park do to snow issues where it was.
Town Official Salaries:
Salaries were approved at the Annual Meeting
Increase of the Town Salaries, Clerk salary is increased $100.00 per month, the Treasurer and Chairman salary is increased $50.00 per month, and the Supervisor salary be increased $25.00 per month.
Dave Johnson stated that if action could not be taken for the Motion for the Assessor Position, because of his residency, he believed that this one could not either for he had also made the motion for increased salaries.
Collection of Delinquent Personal Property Tax:
Virginia checked on the possibility of small claims court to pursue collection. She was advised to speak to the Town Attorney on the issue. Virginia asked the Board for permission to speak to Mr. Morrison. Permission granted.
Denise wanted verification that, as previously discussed, the Town is going to deny any licensing to the individuals that have delinquent tax.
Tom G. concurred that this will be done until it is paid.
ATV Routes/public hearing set-up
Oconto County ATV Alliance:
Lee S. gave an overview of the discussion held at the Annual Meeting referencing roads wanted for ATV routes by the Crooked Lake ATV, Oconto County ATV Alliance and the United States Forest Service, signage and liability issues, the timely manner of which they could be accessed, enforcement issues, etc. Lee S. believes this should be set up for a Public Hearing to give the public the chance to see the pro�s and con�s of the issue and get the input of the town�s residents.
John Brantmeier represented the Oconto County ATV Alliance. They would be in favor of a public hearing for residents and land owners. They had two meetings in Townsend before they moved ahead on the routes.
Tom G. requests the Forestry to be included in the Public Hearing.
Oconto County ATV Alliance has a meeting with the Forestry Dept. on Wednesday. Their experience with them is that they don�t move very fast.
Mike Maus stated that the only snowmobile trails that they would like to access are on state or federal land, not private property.
Public Hearing will be setup. Tom G. will work on scheduling and getting it posted.
Town Parking Lot:
Issues need to be discussed. $458,000.00 came from grant to build the Trail Head. John Brantmeier added that 90% of the revenue for this grant came from ATV funds. Public hearing will be scheduled. Tom G. will schedule.
Okie Dokey Road Sign:
Name to be changed to Pamalo Lane do to sign theft. Motion made by Lee S. Second by Tom H., All ayes motion carried.
Board, Clerk, Treasurer, Assessor Comments: Correspondence.
Virginia was approached by Wally & Gordy on County F, that his fire number was knocked down. He needs a pole to put is back up.
Denise presented the correspondence to the town.
Letter from Brenda Reinhart requesting the board to possibly open a route by road or trail to access the ATV Trail from Heavens Up North Camp Ground.
Miscellaneous other correspondence.
Noted that there have still been no minutes received from the Ambulance Service.
Pay Vouchers:
Motion to approve by Tom H., to approve the vouchers as presented, second by Lee S., all ayes motion carried.
Public Comments:
Raoul Schottky mentioned the he brought the new pumper truck to the meeting to show the people what was purchased.
Don Bartels, Jr. mentioned that the Town looks at withholding licenses of people that don�t pay their taxes. Some of them don�t require a license from the town. If they do and don�t get a license to operate, how do they pay the tax?
Tom G. Mentioned the Town may have to review them individually.
No other comments.
Motion to adjourn by Tom H., seconded by Lee S., all ayes motion carried, adjourned at 8:55 p.m.
Respectfully Submitted,
Denise A. Jackett
Denise A. Jackett, Clerk
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