The Meeting was called to order by Supervisor Brandt at 7:00 p.m. with the Pledge of Allegiance. All members were in attendance.

Motion by Wortham, seconded by Plein to accept the minutes of the December 12th, 2011 Board Meeting as presented, with the change that now reads “Larry Schultz requested the board extend their final plan for Tip Top Resort for up to 3 years”. Additionally, “The board agreed to hold the Administrative fee for WALA at 5%”. Carried – unanimous

Motion by Plein seconded by Wortham to accept the Treasurers report for December, 2011, check #17475 through check #17564, totaling $94,823.41 Carried – unanimous

Motion by Plein, seconded by Wortham to pay all bills presented for payment by the Clerk, check #17565 through check #17607, totaling $89,706.50. Carried – unanimous

There was nothing new for open forum.

The Road and Bridge report was as follows:

1. The plowing and sanding has gone well.
2. Brandt reported Crow Wing Power would like to do some Right of Way clearing and agreed to meet with the township.
3. A request was made to put up a “No Parking” sign on Wabigoniss Shores.
4. There were no safety incidents.

The Fire Department report was as follows:

1. There were 7 emergency runs the previous month.
2. Last months drill was on cold water ice rescue and a house burn on Bass Lake.
3. Chief Clasen reported the annual mask fit and physical was scheduled for January 11.
4. 1st responder and CPR refresher courses will be held this month.
5. Clasen asked the board when they would like a proposed budget for the fire department. The board requested the information be provided the first week in February.
6. There were no safety incidents.

There was nothing new to report for Park and Recreation.

There was nothing new to report for the Transfer Station.

Brandt reported the land use map was recently approved through planning and zoning. Trout Lake Camp is renewing their septic system. Clamshell Beach made a request to modify cabin #17. Brad Lodecall requested several variances for his property on Highway 39, the board agreed to advise the county of their recommendation after review.

Brandt received a letter from Chip Chravak to attend a township meeting to discuss the 8th district. The board agreed to provide the facility but not during a regularly scheduled township meeting.

The board scheduled to meet the first week in February to discuss the 2013 budget proposal.

There being no further business to transact, the meeting adjourned at 8:05 pm.

Deana St. Pierre, Ideal Township Clerk
January 9th, 2012