The meeting was called to order at 7:00 pm by Chair Michelle Meis, the Pledge of Allegiance was recited. Supervisors present included Doug Johnson and Betsy Rising. Clerk, Heather Sward and Treasurer, Angela Krejchik were also present.
Agenda
Motion to approve the agenda with the removal of the LRIP solicitation and move 2025-2026 propane prebuy approval through disbursements by Betsy Rising, seconded by Doug Johnson. Approved.
Board Meeting Minutes
Motion to approve the July 8th, 2025 regular board meeting minutes by Doug Johnson, seconded by Betsy Rising. Approved.
Treasurer’s Report
Motion to approve the Treasurer’s Report by Betsy Rising, seconded by Doug Johnson. Approved.
Bills
Motion to approve paying the bills in the amount of $85,211.58, which includes a propane prebuy of 2500 gallons at $1.599 per gallon, by Betsy Rising, seconded by Doug Johnson. Approved.
Angela presented that we have a CD held at Unity that is coming to maturity on August 27, 2025, in the amount of $56,684.38. It was a 12-month CD. Rates have been obtained from Unity Bank, Frandsen Bank and Security Bank. The highest rate came from Unity with 4.05% for 5 months. Motion to approve a Unity Bank CD for 5 months at a 4.05% interest rate with the funds that are maturing on August 27, 2025, by Betsy Rising, seconded by Doug Johnson. Approved.
Variance/Plat/Interim Use Permit Requests
Dean & Shereen Jensen – Jensen Subdivision: Motion to approve the preliminary plat for Jensen Subdivision by Betsy Rising, seconded by Doug Johnson. Approved.
Open Forum
Ken Ausmus, Acacia Way: Addressed the board regarding dust control on his road. Ken provided the board with traffic counts due to the Grumpy Minnow traffic. It was advised to work with the Department of Environmental Services as outlined in the CUP or residents to form an SSD.
Mike Anderson, 49830 Bayside Ave: Addressed the elevation of the road in front of his house. Michelle requested to table this item until September to give the board time to view the property. Motion to table to September by Michelle Meis, seconded by Betsy Rising. Approved.
Road Maintenance Report
Muddy Gap Hollow spent time brushing, and removing trees. Obi’s worked on the large trees. There is a little gravel spreading left to do and patching on Clover Way. The gravel has been spread on the shared road with Royalton Township.
Committee Reports
- Road Committee
- The board reviewed open driveway permit statuses. We have had residents question the escrow refunds. We will address this in September.
- We have a mailbox on Cty Rd 1/Balsam Lake Drive that was moved, we will check with the post office if they approved the move.
- Budget Committee
- None at this time.
- Contract Committee
- None at this time.
- Policy Committee
- None at this time
- Clerk’s Township Update
- The Clerk presented monthly report of the township happenings.
Old Business
- Vacant Supervisor Seat “C”: We have one applicant, Joe Heidelberge,r who has submitted a letter of interest in the vacant position. It was determined to hold an interview before our September meeting with the intent to appoint at the September 9th meeting. The Clerk will set up the interview.
- Driveway Permitting Inspection Discussion: Discussion was had of the need to incorporate three (3) inspections, a preliminary, approve dirt work and a final after the residents obtains their CO. We will continue discussion in September regarding this and the escrow refund timeline.
New Business
- Polling Place Accessibility Grant Opportunity: We received notice from Bridgette Konrad at Chisago County that the Secretary of State is going to open the application process for the 2025 Polling Place Accessibility Grants. The clerk has been directed to investigate this and potentially apply for a grant for an accessible automatic double door to make the townhall wheelchair accessible.
- MAT District 7 Annual Meeting: Michelle Meis and Doug Johnson plan to attend.
Motion to adjourn at 8:30 pm by Betsy Rising, seconded by Doug Johnson. Approved.