Town Board Meeting January 13, 2011

Chair Ray Knapp convened the Regular Town Board meeting on Thursday January 13, 2011, at 7:00 pm.  Supervisors Jan Cuccia, Gloria WahrenBrock, Jason Kjos and Brian Schwab were present. 

 

The following people signed the attendance sheet:  Mel Hermansen, Doug Dahlen, Charlie Macdonell and John Getter.  Others were present who did not sign in.

 

R. Knapp invited those present to join in the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.

 

APPROVE MINUTES - Minutes of the December 9, 2010 Town Board meeting had been distributed to the board.  G. WahrenBrock moved to approve the December 9, 2010 board minutes, seconded by J. Cuccia.  Motion passed, all in favor.

 

CITIZEN INPUT – None.

 

PARK BOARD REPORT – The Park Board did not meet in December.  Charlie Macdonell stated that he has the signed copies of the Ballfield Agreement.  He also stated that there has been minimal usage at Glover Park.

 

PLAN COMMISSION REPORT – Minutes of the Plan Commission meeting had been distributed to the board.  J. Cuccia stated that the Plan Commission reviewed a concept application for a 2-lot CSM for David and Sandra Brummel.  The Plan Commission recommendation for wind energy systems is the formation of a committee to review the rules and regulations, propose a possible ordinance by July and impose a moratorium until September 2011.  R. Knapp will bring a suggested committee back to the board next month. 

 

CONSTABLE & SHERIFF REPORTS – Copies of the Constable report, Sheriff report and the Animal Control report were distributed to and reviewed by the board.  Constable Mel Hermansen stated that the entrance sign to Glover Park has been knocked down.  He and Constable Ron Schock have been training new Park Ranger Ron Roen and it is going well.

 

The board commented that the Animal Humane officer was busy in December. 

 

R. Knapp is waiting for the new St. Croix County Sheriff to get back to him so that the town can sign a new contract for services within the town.

 

DISCUSS & CONSIDER POSSIBLE COURSES OF ACTION FOR OLUND AVE. – R. Knapp referred to an email he received from Cedar Corp., stating that if the property is town right-of-way, the town could opt to vacate it, which would essentially spilt the property for each adjacent land owner, but sale to one property would not be allowed.  There is also a stipulation in the statutes that require DNR approval for vacation of public access to public waters.  R. Knapp stated that if the only course is to vacate the property, the town would incur costs to do a title search and get DNR approval.  If the town can not sell the property, he would prefer to just leave it as is.  If the yacht club wants to spend the money, they could pursue it.  The board concurred that it is not open to spending any more money on this, but it is ok with the St. Croix Yacht Club pursuing it. Doug Dahlen, St Croix Yacht Club, stated he would approach his board and the adjacent landowner to see if they are interested in exploring this further. 

 

DISCUSS COUNTY VARIANCE FOR RECYCLING CENTER – R. Knapp and B. Schwab are trying to schedule a meeting with St. Croix County Planning/Zoning staff.  The County Board of Adjustments has tabled the variance request until March 3rd.  The town has until February 18th to supply supplemental information.

 

UTILITY PERMITS: None

 

BUILDING PERMITS:  The following permits were submitted by the building inspector and reviewed by the Town Board.

PERMIT #

APPLICANT

ADDRESS

PROJECT

10-135

Verizon Wireless

182 Glenmont Rd

Non-Building Struct

10-167

Gerald Larson

369 Townsvalley Rd

Non-Building Struct

10-171

Garold Sumner

130 Paulson Rd

Electric

10-172

James Cichese

700 Buttercup Ct

Repair-windows

 

DRIVEWAY PERMITS – None.

 

HUDSON FIRE CONTRACT – R. Knapp reviewed the contract with the board, paying particular attention to item #6 – Planning for Capital Improvements and/or Purchase of Capital Assets and Land/Buildings and item #7 – Purchase of Capital Assets.  He stated that the length of the contract has been changed from 10 years to 5 years.  R. Knapp moved to accept the amended 2011 Town of Troy and City of Hudson Fire Protection Contract and which commits the Town of Troy to a 5 year service agreement, seconded by J. Cuccia.  Motion passed, all in favor.

 

ROAD CREW PERFORMANCE/CONTRACT REVIEW –R. Knapp and B. Schwab met with the town road crew this week.  They felt that the road crew was doing a good job, however due to the current economy, are not recommending more than a 1 or 2 percent increase in wages.  R. Knapp noted that B. Schwab and he expressed concern with Al and Gary as to oversight at the recycling center which has led to possibly having to move the structure.  R. Knapp also stated that if there is a need to contact the road crew after hours, he recommended calling Al first, then Gary (because Gary only has mobile service) and if neither is available, then contact the county.  After a brief discussion, R. Knapp moved to approve the Employment Contract for Gary Parent and Al Hanson for 2011, whereby the Employment Contract will be exactly as is written for 2010, except in line 13 where we will change Gary’s compensation from $43,806 to $44,406 and will change Al’s compensation from $43,342 to $43,942, retroactive to January 1, seconded by J. Cuccia.  Motion passed, all in favor.

 

MOBILE HOME COURT LICENSES – S. Provos explained that she has received applications, fees and bonds from Troy Glen Court and Hilltop Partnership.  She has not received anything from the Fox Court.  The board recommended resending the paperwork to Fox Court by certified mail, giving the owner 2 weeks from receipt to return the completed paperwork, fees and bond to the town.  If it isn’t returned by then, it will be turned over to the town attorney to draft a letter.  G. WahrenBrock moved to approve the licenses as submitted by Hilltop Partnership and Troy Glen Mobile Home Court, seconded by J. Kjos.  Motion passed, all in favor.

 

CLERK/TREASURER REPORT – Copies of the cash reconciliation, impact fee summary, legal and engineering fee summary and budget summary were distributed to the board.  S. Provos briefly reviewed the budget.  She will bring recommended amendments to the board next month.

 

BILLS: Checks numbered 023031 - 023082 –and the Elan bill were presented in the amount of $407,982.32.  B. Schwab moved to approve checks 023031 - 023082 and the Elan bill of $65.00 for a grand total of $407,982.32, seconded by J. Cuccia. Motion passed, all in favor. 

 

CORRESPONDENCE –

R. Knapp stated that the General Transportation Aids for the town in 2011 are 186,000 for 88 miles of roads.

 

R. Knapp informed the board, that an WTA article listed a nuisance ordinance as one of the ordinances a town should have.  The board is not interested in pursuing a nuisance ordinance at this time.

 

R. Knapp also stated that the WTA legal opinion discussed the type and amount of municipal treasurers bonds.  S. Provos will let the board know the amount and type of bond carried by the town. 

 

The WTA meetings scheduled for March include a session on wind turbines.  S. Provos will email the board and see who is available to attend the meeting scheduled for February 12th in Cumberland. 

 

J. Cuccia referred to a letter from the Animal Humane Society asking the town to reduce their fee charged to reclaimants.  This will be put on the next town board agenda.

 

COMMITTEE REPORTS –

J. Kjos and R. Knapp continue to make progress on a proposed cooperative boundary agreement.  They hope to get a draft to the board in the next month.  After that, there will be a joint meeting between the City Council and Town Board to help members understand the agreement.  Concerns will be discussed at separate sessions to be held by the Town Board and City Council.  It will not be debated at the educational meeting. 

 

The DOT has scheduled a public hearing at the town hall on January 20th at 5:30pm.  J. Cuccia will attend.  R. Knapp thanks J. Cuccia, since he is not available due to other commitments.

 

The quarterly WTA meeting will be held at the Troy Town Hall on January 27th at 7:00.  Board members are encouraged to attend.  R. Knapp will open and close the hall.

 

G. WahrenBrock moved to adjourn, seconded by J. Cuccia.  Motion passed, all in favor.

 

The meeting adjourned at 8:40 p.m.

 

These minutes were taken at a meeting

of the Troy Town Board held on the

13th day of January 2011.

 

 

 

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Sharon Provos, Clerk/Treasurer

 

 

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Ray Knapp, Town Chairman