The meeting was called to order by Supervisor Wortham at 7:00 P.M. with the Pledge of Allegiance. All members were present.

Motion by Wortham to accept the minutes of the November 11th, 2002 Board meeting as read, with the addition that the motion to accept James Brandt as a replacement for Jerry Taylor for the remainder of his term had carried unanimous . Carried - unanimous

Motion by Brandt to approve the treasurer's report for the month of November as presented. Carried - unanimous

Motion by Steffen to pay all December bills presented for payment by the clerk. Carried - unanimous

Tim Schmidt from Region 5 was in attendance. He provided the Township Board with several different options regarding land use and updating the Townships comprehensive plan. Schmidt advised the Board that the process takes approximately 1 year to complete and gave an estimated cost of $5000—$8000. The Board requested Schmidt provide the Township with a written estimate and examples of other comprehensive plans that Region 5 has prepared for similar townships.

Kevin McCormick from Landecker and Associates presented the Board with a proposed project on Strawberry Lake Road. The lot size, lot layout and road maintenance was discussed. McCormick requested the Township send a letter of endorsement to Planning and Zoning regarding the development. The Board agreed to review the information provided carefully and contact Landecker regarding their decision.

The Saccoman's were present to discuss the details of the proposed land acquisition with the Township. After a brief discussion, an agreement was reached contingent on a deed restriction to be added to the purchase agreement.

The road and bridge report was as follows:

1. Supervisor Wortham reported that the culvert on Forest Knolls Road has been deliberately clogged with debris .
2. Wortham advised the Board that Breezy Point has requested Ideal Township share in the expense of having a preliminary survey done by Landecker and Associates on Wild Acres Road. The estimate provided by Landecker was $ 4,520.
3. There have been no safety incidents .

Motion by Brandt to pay for half of the preliminary survey on Wild Acres Road. Carried - unanimous.

Lynn Scharenbroich and Linda UI land reported on the progress of the Scenic Byway proj ects and funding.

The Fire Department Report was as follows:

 

1. Chief Schultz reported the results of the fire department election.

                 Chief:                   Ron Schultz

                 Asst. Chief:          Bruce Schultz

                 Captain:               Jeff Feltman

                 Lieutenant:          Tom Johnson

                 Chief Engineer:   Ken Stol tman

                 Secretary:            Rob Birkeland

       2.  There  were 2 fire runs the previous month.

       3.  Schultz requested new fittings be purchased for the truck and a harness for the top of the ladder truck at a cost of approximately              $800 total.

       4.  There were no safety incidents .

Motion by Steffen to purchase new fittings and a harness at a cost of $800. Carried - unanimous

The Transfer Station Report was as follows:

1. Steffen reported that since the news signs have been installed at the Transfer Station, no trash has been left at the gate.

Supervisor Steffen nominated Bill Wortham as the new Chairman of the Board. Carried - unanimous.

Gerry Brine, attorney for Robert McKee, presented a petition to the Board to vacate a small section of land on Sunny Shores adjacent to Mr. McKee's property.

Motion by Steffen to vacate a section of land platted through Mr. McKee's lot number 10. Carried - unanimous.

The Board scheduled the January Meeting for Thursday, January 2nd, 2002 at 7:00 PM.

There being no further Township business to transact, the meeting adjourned at 8:58 P.M.

Deana St. Pierre
Clerk
December 11th, 2002