The meeting was called to order at 7:00 pm by Chair Michelle Meis, the Pledge of Allegiance was recited.  Supervisors present included Stan Iskierka, Branden Mell, and Doug Johnson. Clerk Heather Sward, Treasurer Mary Dillner and Treasurer Appointee, Angela Krejchik was also present.

Agenda

Motion to approve the agenda with a correction to IV-A, change the language from swearing in to appoint, by Branden Mell, seconded by Doug Johnson.  Approved.

Board Meeting Minutes

Motion to approve the July 9th, 2024 regular board meeting minutes by Branden Mell, seconded by Doug Johnson.  Approved.

Treasurer’s Report

Motion to approve the Treasurer’s Report by Branden Mell, seconded by Stan Iskierka.  Approved.

Motion to formally appoint Angela Krejchik to the position of Treasurer by Branden Mell, seconded by Stan Iskierka.  Approved.

Treasurer Transfer: Motion to have the signers/authorized access updated as follows effective September 10th, following approval of the August Minutes by Branden Mell seconded by Stan Iskierka.  Approved.

Unity Bank

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Angela Krejchik

Michelle Meis

Heather Sward

Stan Iskierka

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Angela Krejchik

Michelle Meis

Heather Sward

Stan Iskierka

#6827

Angela Krejchik

Michelle Meis

Heather Sward

Stan Iskierka

#9506

Angela Krejchik

Michelle Meis

Heather Sward

Stan Iskierka

#1130

Angela Krejchik

Michelle Meis

Heather Sward

Stan Iskierka

#8880

Angela Krejchik

Michelle Meis

Heather Sward

Stan Iskierka

#9755

Angela Krejchik

Michelle Meis

Heather Sward

Stan Iskierka

#7910

Angela Krejchik

Michelle Meis

Stan Iskierka

#9685

Angela Krejchik

Michelle Meis

Stan Iskierka

Lockbox Access

Angela Krejchik

Michelle Meis

Stan Iskierka

#7943

Remove Mary Dillner from Account

#0123

Remove Mary Dillner from Account

#6827

Remove Mary Dillner from Account

#9506

Remove Mary Dillner from Account

#1130

Remove Mary Dillner from Account

#8880

Remove Mary Dillner from Account

#9755

Remove Mary Dillner from Account

#7910

Remove Mary Dillner from Account

#9685

Remove Mary Dillner from Account

Lockbox Access

Remove Mary Dillner from Access

Cedars

CDARS #2740

Angela Krejchik

Michelle Meis

CDARS #9501

Angela Krejchik

Michelle Meis

CDARS #2740

Remove Mary Dillner from Account

CDARS #9501

Remove Mary Dillner from Account

Bills

Motion to approval paying of the bills by Branden Mell, seconded by Stan Iskierka.  Approved.

Variance Request

Duane & Sandra McCall – Variance Request: Mr. McCall presented a request to build a garage over the maximum impervious surface allowed. Motion to approve the requested variance by Branden Mell, seconded by Stan Iskierka. Approved.

Open Forum

Ken Ryberg, resident of Bayside and Bayside Circle presented a petition for support of the township on behalf of neighbors regarding a vacation rental in the area.  They are requesting support for residents to go to the county to encourage the enforcement of the current rules and potentially updating the ordinances in place.  It was determined that Doug Johnson will address the issue with the county on behalf of Nessel Township.

Road Maintenance Report

  • Muddy Gap Hollow spent time mowing, spreading gravel and brushing.
  • They would like to start cutting trees that are overhanging.
  • They have a few trees that they will get an estimate from Obi’s for removal.

Committee Reports

  1. Road Committee
  • We have had several new homes that have required driveway reviews.
  • We sold one culvert.
  • Working with Ken Knoss on Belle Isle regarding water in the ditch.
  1. Budget Committee
  • Nothing to report.
  1. Contract Committee
  • Nothing to report.
  1. Policy Committee
  • Nothing to report.
  1. Clerk’s Township Update
  • The Clerk presented monthly report of the township happenings.
  • The Primary Election was August 13th.  We were well staffed and had no issues.
  • The Clerk will be on vacation from August 15th through August 25th.

Old Business

  1. Alpine Avenue N. Maintenance Assessment: The letter to residents and resolution were reviewed.  Motion to approve resolution 05-2024 setting Subordinate Service District Charges for the Alpine Avenue N. Road improvement project by Branden Mell, seconded by Stan Iskierka.  Approved.

Motion to approve sending the presented letter regarding the Alpine Ave N assessment to residents by Stan Iskierka, seconded by Branden Mell.  Approved.

  1. Fish Lake Township Shared Road – Blue Heron Trail update:  Michelle presented that she received an email from Bruce at Fish Lake Township.  They will contact us after they get additional quotes.

New Business

  1. MN Association of Townships District Meeting: Michelle Meis and Stan Iskierka will likely be attending, the meeting is on Tuesday, August 20th at the Anoka Ramsey Community College (Cambridge Campus).

Motion to adjourn by Branden Mell, seconded by Stan Iskierka at 8:01 pm. Approved.