The meeting was called to order by Chairman Taylor at 7:00 P.M. with the Pledge of Allegiance. All members were present.
Motion by Wortham to accept the minutes of the July 8th, 2002 Board meeting as read. Carried - unanimous
Motion by Steffen to approve the treasurer's report for the month of July as presented. Carried - unanimous
Motion by Wortham to pay all August bills presented for payment by the clerk. Carried - unanimous
The clerk advised the Board that Crow Wing County intended to revoke a segment of ''Old Highway 16" to the jurisdiction of Ideal Township.
Motion by Wortham to accept a portion of "Old Highway 16" from Crow Wing County. Carried - unanimous
Several Ideal residents voiced concern to the Board regarding the continued speeding down Father Foley Drive. Speed bumps were suggested and literature was provided for the Board to review. Supervisor Steffen agreed to contact the Highway Department and obtain information
regarding liability and the use of speed bumps on public roads.
A resident along Wabigonish Shores thanked the Fire Department for cleaning out his culvert and the Maintenance Department for repairing his driveway encroachment to improve drainage.
The road and bridge report was as follows :
- Maintenance worker Tim Tabbert reported that Anderson Bros. plan on paving the Township roads later this week.
- Tabbert advised the Board that the F350 would need four new tires before this winter
- There have been no safety incidents.
The Park and Recreation report was as follows:
The clerk advised the Board that Kraus Lock was working on repairing the timed locks on the park restrooms.
Linda Ulland gave a report regarding the Centennial Celebration .
Insurance coverage for the event was discussed.
Supervisor Steffen gave an up-date regarding the progress on obtaining additional acreage for the township.
Motion by Wortham to present a contract to purchase 2.25 acres to the Saccoman's for acceptance. Carried- unanimous
The Transfer Station Report was as follows:
Steffen reported on the new policies to be implemented at the Transfer Station and additional requirements from Crow Wing County.
Motion by Steffen to install a gate with a security fence and electricity at the Transfer Station at a cost of approximately $7000. Carried - unanimous
The Board set dates for the upcoming September and October meetings. The September meeting will be on Monday the 9th and the October meeting will be held on Tuesday the 15th due to the Columbus Day holiday on the 14th.
The clerk informed the Board that a representative from Charter Communications would be attending the October meeting to discuss the future of their services in Ideal Township.
Gerry Brine presented the Board with a formal complaint regarding a sign on Winnamakee Shores Road that is on the Township Right of Way. The Board agreed to investigate the statutes concerning sign placement and take appropriate action.
Motion by Steffen to allow the clerk to select election judges for the upcoming Primary Election from the qualified pool. Carried - unanimous
Chairman Taylor reviewed and signed the contract with Pequot Lakes for security at the Ideal Centennial Celebration.
There being no further Township business to transact, the meeting adjourned at 8:28 P.M.
Deana St. Pierre
Clerk
August 13th, 2002