The meeting was called to order by Supervisor Brandt at 7:00 P.M. with the Pledge of Allegiance. All Supervisors were in attendance.

Motion by Wortham, seconded by Plein to accept the minutes of the April 12th, 2010 Board Meeting as read, with the change that the $4,000 to implement the 1st Responder program was designated for one year, not per year. Carried - unanimous

Motion by Wortham, seconded by Plein to accept the Treasurers report for April, 2010, check #16338 through #16402, totaling $50,386.45. Carried - unanimous

Motion by Plein, seconded by Wortham to pay all bills presented for payment by the Clerk, check #16403 through check #16436, totaling $29,394.78. Carried - unanimous

Richard Scott approached the board regarding Peaceful Harbor. The Association was requesting a rezone of part of the land to commercial, a variance from the front yard setback since two trailers are completely in this area and a CUP to address the commercial use of this area. The board was concerned with the setback from the lake and PUD density. In addition, a request was made to consider a walking path on Silver Peak Road. The board agreed to do further investigation regarding the counties requirements and ordinances and respond to the county with a recommendation before the Board of Adjustment meeting on June 17th.

Manhattan Beach Mayor, Paul Allen, presented a $1,000 check from the city to be used to help fund the 1st responder program. A possible hydrant at the Trout lake access was also discussed.

Jeff and Sally Baumgartner addressed the board regarding several variance requests on Kimble Lake, which included building in a Bluff Impact Zone, unpermitted deck, unpermitted expansion of a dwelling, property line setback and a possible guest house in excess of the 700 sq. ft. allowed. The board agreed to submit a recommendation to the county before the June 17th meeting.

The Road and Bridge report was as follows:

1. Supervisor Brandt reported wood was hauled to the transfer station for Big Island.
2. The West Shore Drive issue regarding the recent tree cutting and clean up by the DNR has been resolved.
3. Brandt reported road bids would be opened on May 17th at 2pm for work on Milinda Shores, Harbor Lane, Silver Peak, North Peoria and the end of Wildemere. In addition, the crack sealing bid was awarded to Anderson Brothers at a cost of $7,765. 
4. The township entered into a coop buying program to purchase 60 tons of rock salt for the winter.
5. The maintenance buildings garage doors are delaminating and were to be replaced by the contractor.
6. Brandt agreed to contact Anderson Brothers regarding the flaking of the cement apron at the Fire Hall.
7. North Country Plumbing was contacted about leaking of water through vents in the Maintenance Building. A letter was presented from North Country Plumbing explaining their position regarding the matter. They agreed to order three roof jacks to be replaced by us but they felt that the roof needed to be addressed and the sliding snow. The originally contractor, KC Builders, agreed to look into the problem further.
8. There were no safety incidents.

The Fire Department report was as follows:

1.  There were 2 emergency runs the previous month.
2.  Chief Clasen reported last months drill was bus extrication.
3.  The Fire department did their portions of the roadside clean up that was organized by the Crosslake/Ideal Lions.
4. The fire boat is in service and ready for the season.
5. The annual hose testing would be conducted this month.
6. The department was notified they did qualify for the FEMA building grant.
7.  Clasen reported the fire department is scheduled to be ready to respond to 1st Responder calls starting June 7th.
8. The department was gathering information regarding changing the ISO rating at the North side station coverage area.
9. There were no safety incidents.

Supervisor Brandt reported on the Ebnet Detachment proceedings. The City of Breezy has stated they oppose the detachment and the Ideal Board felt a neutral stand was the position the township would be taking. Of major concern for the township regarding the detachment is the condition of Buschman, Nelson and Wild Acres Road and costs associated with the maintenance and possible improvements. Brandt advised that the county had discussed taking over these roads in the future, relieving the township of the maintenance expense.

Vic Kreuziger questioned the benefit to the township by the possible attachment of the property. The board explained the tax revenue, future development and expanding our borders were the main benefits. Mr. Kreuziger requested the board vote on what stand the township would be taking. The board felt additional information was needed before a vote was conducted.

The Park and Recreation report was as follows:

1. Supervisor Plein reported the park has been cleaned and the grass mowed.

The Transfer Station report was as follows:

1. The electronics have been picked up by the county.
2. The Boy Scouts recently had roadside clean up and brought the trash to the station.

Supervisor Brandt reported the 2009 audit has been conducted and approved.

Brandt presented a Resolution regarding the census methodology in Ideal Township. The board agreed the process did not serve in the best interest of the township. The resolution was signed and would be presented to Paul Thiede for action, along with a resolution from the City of Crosslake.

Brandt reported Big Island is receiving an $18,000 to stop erosion on the banks of Big Island.

Brandt reported on the upcoming tower ordinance hearing, the Driftwood Resort plat and the recent equalization meeting.

The Clerk and Supervisor Plein were working on updates to the township website.

The board stated the funding request from the Paul Bunyan Scenic Byway was still under review.

There being no further business to transact, the meeting adjourned at 9:08pm.

Deana St. Pierre/Clerk
May 10th, 2010