Chairman Wortham called the meeting to order at 10:10 A.M. Supervisor Steffen was not in attendance.

The Board of Supervisors reviewed the Annual Financial Statements, Supplemental Information and Independent Auditor's Reports in detail for the year 2003.

Motion by Brandt to accept the Annual Financial Summary Reports as accurately stating the receipts and disbursements of Ideal Township for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2003. Carried - unanimous

The budget for 2005 was discussed. The proposed truck rotation and the North­ side Fire Department substation expenses were discussed in length.

Motion by Brandt to submit the following budget proposal for 2005 at the Annual Meeting March 9th, 2004:

General Revenue  $100,000.00
Capital Reserve  $115,000.00
Park  $ 4,000.00
Road & Bridge  $120,000.00
Construction  $135,000.00
Recycling  $ 4,000.00
Fire  $100,000.00
Total $578,000.00

Carried - unanimous.

Meeting adjourned at 1:10 P.M.

Deana St. Pierre
Clerk
March 5th, 2004