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Chairman of Town Board Ted Nelson opened the Budget Hearing at 6:30 p.m.
Compliance with the Open Meeting Law was met, with notices being posted at Town of Superior Hall,
Head of the Lakes Electric, Bartley's, Four Corners General Store and published in the Daily Telegram.
Present were Chairman Nelson, supervisors Leggate and Parask, clerk, treasurer, and 5 town residents.
The budget and town levy were presented. After discussion, the budget hearing was concluded.
| SPECIAL TOWN MEETING |
| NOVEMBER 13, 2002 |
| TOWN OF SUPERIOR |
The special town meeting was called to order by Chairman Nelson at 6:50 p.m.
Present were Chairman Nelson, supervisors Leggate and Parask, clerk, treasurer, and 5 town residents.
Special town meeting minutes of 11/14/2001 were read by residents. Motion was made by Dale Johnson
and second by Bill Britton to approve. Motion unanimously approved.
Purpose of this special town meeting is to approve the levy for the town for 2003. The budget
and levy were reviewed at the preceding Budget Hearing. Motion was made by Dale Johnson and second by Bill Britton
to approve levy of $58,000 for the year 2003. Motion unanimously approved.
There being to furthur discussion, motion was made by Dale Johnson and second by Joe Hizinski
to adjourn. Motion unanimously approved.
Respectfully submitted,
Joanne M. Thompson, Clerk
| ANNUAL MEETING |
| APRIL 12. 2002 |
| TOWN OF SUPERIOR |
Chairman Nelson called the Annual Meeting to order at 6:35 p.m.
The Pledge of Allegiance was recited
Compliance with the Open Meeting Law was met, with notices being posted at Town of Superior Hall,
Head of the Lakes Electric, Bartley's, Four Corners General Store and published in the Daily Telegram.
After reading of minutes of April 11, 2001, motion was made by Dale Johnson and second by Joe
Hizinski to approve. Motion unanimously approved.
After reading of minutes of special town meeting of 11/14/2001, motion was made by Dale Johnson
and second by Bill Britton to approve. Motion unanimously approved.
Ted introduced Chuck Pleski, who won Supervisory District #22 election and will be representing
part of our town, along with Therese Hooper and Pat Ryan.
Treasurer's Report was read. Balance as of December 31 - $259,179.39, of which $105,836.04 were
collected in December and will be settled in January. Treasurer referenced board showing various charts showing
recycling and garbage collection, income items, etc.
Mike McDonnell, accountant for the town, presented financial statements and answered questions.
Motion was made by Norm Groehler and second by Bill Britton to accept financials. Motion unanimously approved.
Chairman's Annual Report:
Chairman Nelson thanked everyone for working well together, thanked Bill Conner, Norm Groehler,
and Don Lamar, garage employees, Charlie Anderson, constable and Bob Martin, assessor.
We will not know for some time how shared revenue changes stand.
Fire Chief's Annual Report:
Fire Department is finishing repairs to truck being used to primarily fight grass fires. Another
storage tank will be put into use. they are still working on getting a defibrillator. Residents asked if we are
going to paint the fire hall. Fire Department are in the process for applying for two grants.
Motion was made by Dale Johnson and second by Joe Hizinski to set date for annual meeting next
year on 04/09/2003. Motion unanimously approved.
Other Matters of General Interest:
Residents seems to be in agreement to sell old grader. Motion was made by Joe Hizinski and second
by Charlie Allen to sell grader. Motion unanimously approved. We will put an ad in the WI Town's Assn. magazine
(cost is $25.00), and check on internet to see what it is worth.
Resident inquired as to condition of roads. A committee of residents and Board Members should
be formed to evaluate.
Charlie Allen said Kimmes would like to ditch and widen south side of Lagro Pit on Dump road.
Chuck Pleski gave a few comments. His web site is chuckpleski.yahoo.com
Chairman Nelson reported that this will be his last term as Chairman.
Door prizes were given out and coffee and goodies were served.
Motion was made by Joe Hizinski and second by Sid Olson to adjourn meeting. Motion unanimously
approved.
Respectfully submitted,
Joanne M. Thompson, Clerk
| REGULAR MEETING - BOARD OF SUPERVISORS |
| Dec 11, 2002 |
| TOWN OF SUPERIOR |
4917 South State Road 35
Superior, WI 54880-9622
Phone (715) 399-8385
The monthly meeting was called to order at 7:00 PM by Chairman Nelson.
The pledge of allegiance was recited.
Compliance with the Open Meeting Law was met, with notices posted at the Town of Superior Hall, Head of the Lakes
Electric, Bartley's and Four Corners Store
Roll call was taken. Present were Chairman Nelson, Supervisors Parask & Leggate, treasurer and 9 town residents.
Minutes from the November 13th meeting were read by Board and residents. Motion was made by Leggate and seconded
by Parask to approve minutes (after changing proposal for design portion to draft proposal of design portion of Cemetery Road Bridge). Minutes were unanimously approved.
Correspondence:
Chairman Nelson mentioned letter received from State of Wis. outlining recent enactment of the Budget Reform Bill
which includes a provision that permits local governments to seek waivers from certain state mandates that would
not be beneficial to local government.
Chairman Nelson read letter from Brian Lanson, secretary of Douglas County's Unit of Wis. Towns Assn. They will
be drafting a letter to express our concerns with local zoning to Doug Finn and the County Board and asking for
our input.
Treasurer's Report:
Treasurer's report was read. Balance as of 11/30/2002 is $218,421.80. Motion was made by Parask and second by Leggate
to accept treasurer's report. Motion unanimously carried.
Chairman's Report:
Chairman Nelson reported that construction of Hilpiper Bridge has been completed.
Old Business
a. Regarding town takeover of E. Burning tree Drive, the first 2 residents where
road would go are good, but to 3rd house is not good. Town has to decide what specs are necessary to bring road
up to code to become a town road.
b. Hilpiper Bridge is done. UW-Superior will be contributing $5,000.00 over the next 2 years since this new bridge
benefits them as they have property on the other side of the bridge.
New Business:
a.With regard to Christmas gifts for employees, motion was made by Leggate and second by Nelson to give each employee
a $25.00 gift card to Menard's. Motion unanimously carried.
b. Fred and Jeanette Atkinson have petitioned D. C. Zoning to subdivide their property off Baumgartner Road into
3 building sites and reclassify from F1 Forestry to A1 Agricultural. There being no objections, motion was made
by Nelson and second by Parask to approve. Motion unanimously carried.
c. Chairman Nelson reported that our sander is in bad shape and rusted out. a quote for $8,567.00 was received
from McKenzie. This will be tabled until next meeting so we can get more quotes.
d. Leroy Sorg has applied to D. C. Zoning for a conditional use permit to put in a solid fence and non-commercial
salvage yard at 6009 S. Dedham Road. Two residents voiced their objections. After discussion, motion was made by
Nelson and Second by Parask to deny petition. Motion unanimously approved.
e. the matter of election inspectors was tables until next meeting.
Other Matters of General Interest:
Fire Chief Brian Laverdiere reported they met their quota at $12,000.00 to purchase imaging camera; actual cost
was $8,200.00. Rest of funds will be used to buy equipment.
Nancy Belanger has requested that D. C. Zoning permit her to divide piece of land into 2 parcels on Highway A past
Four Corners. There being no objections, motion was made by Nelson and second by Leggate to accept certified survey
map showing the 2 parcels. Motion unanimously approved.
Regarding Udeen Trucking hauling on Kerwin road, they will be receiving a bill for cost of any road repairs required,
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 8:40 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Joanne M. Thompson, Clerk
| REGULAR MEETING - BOARD OF SUPERVISORS |
| Wed, Nov. 13, 2002 |
| TOWN OF SUPERIOR |
4917 South State Road 35
Superior, WI 54880-9622
Phone (715) 399-8385
The monthly meeting was called to order at 7:05 PM by Chairman Nelson.
The pledge of allegiance was recited.
Compliance with the Open Meeting Law was met, with notices posted at the Town of Superior Hall, Head of the Lakes
Electric, Bartley's and Four Corners Store
Roll call was taken. Present were Chairman Nelson, Supervisors Parask & Leggate, treasurer, 6 town residents
and Douglas County Supervisor, Chuck Pleski.
Minutes from the October 9th meeting were read by Board and residents. Motion was made by Parask and seconded by
Nelson to approve. Minutes were unanimously approved.
Correspondence:
Clerk read letter from Wis. Dept. of Administration with final estimate of Town of Superior population
- 2121 persons, with 1569 of voting age.
Received letter from Douglas County Historical Society thanking us for the use of our town hall for their "History
Sunday" on 10/13/02.
Meetings have been held throughout the summer months with regard to a merger of East Central Energy and Head of
Lakes Electric coop. A meeting is scheduled for November 14th at 7:00 PM at Town Hall.
Treasurer's Report:
Treasurer's report was read by Marge Keho. Balance as of 10/31/2002 is $139,448.24.
Motion was made by Parask and Second by Leggate to accept treasurer's report. Unanimously approved.
Chairman's Report:
Ted reported that the deck of the Hilpiper Bridge has been poured, and project should be done by middle of November.
Old Business
a. Regarding underground wiring for Town Hall, bid received from HLEC for $1,900.48,
additional #382.80 by Haakenson to dig in cable. Nelson made motion to go ahead with underground wiring with the
understanding that Town can spend no more than $3,500.00 total for the year on this project. Motion was second
by Parask, and unanimously carried.
b. Letter has been received from 3 residents on E. Burning tree Drive, asking Town to take over. Chairman and supervisors
will check over before next meeting.
c. A list has been put together of inventory both at town Hall and Garage and Fire Hall for insurance purposes.
New Business:
a. At previously held town meeting this evening, motion was made by Leggate and second by Parask to approve levy
and budget for 2003. Motion unanimously carried.
b. Caucus date was set for January 8, 2003, at 6:30 P.M., before the regular board meeting.
c. Motion was made by Nelson and second by Leggate to appoint Dave Byrka, resident of Town of Superior, to fill
the term vacated by Bob Martin through Board of Review 2003. Motion was unanimously carried.
d. Regarding Cemetery Road Bridge, Ayres has sent proposal for design portion of bridge, $31,082.00. Motion was
made by Parask and second by Leggate to sign contract for design of bridge. Motion unanimously carried.
e. Regarding imaging camera for Fire Department, Parask says pledged and actual money received through Fire Department
fund raisers is about $9,000.00. Ted suggested Town kick in about $3,000.00 from general fund to enable them to
purchase camera. Motion was made by Nelson and second by Leggate to kick in up to $3,000 from general fund toward
purchase. Motion unanimously carried.
f. Application has been made by Frank Fudally to get liquor license for Mattie's Bar (new name is The Steel Trap.)
Clerk reported all forms have been filled out and sent in for criminal records check for new owner and agent. Nelson
made motion to approve liquor license, pending all records come back okay, second by Parask, and motion unanimously
carried.
g. Nelson made motion to approve bar operators' licenses for John Johnson and Frank Fudally (Steel Trap) and Kristina
Graff and John Silvernale (Four Corners Store) pending receipt of criminal records checks and necessary WITC certificates.
Motion was second by Leggate, and unanimously approved.
Other Matters of General Interest:
Billy Ensor, employee of Head of Lakes Electric, passed out information regarding upcoming merger between HLEC
and East Central Energy.
Chuck Pleski, D. C. supervisor, spoke on Metro Center progress. They will be looking for a new name for the center.
Health and Social Services are scheduled to move in before December 1st. Staffing plan for jail has yet to be approved.
Resident reported 4-wheelers are chewing up Darrow road by Twin Creek Road, and also on Leggate Road.
Ted reported that the men replaced the stop sign on Old Highway 105.
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 8:15 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Joanne M. Thompson, Clerk
| REGULAR MEETING - BOARD OF SUPERVISORS |
| Wed, Oct. 9, 2002 |
| TOWN OF SUPERIOR |
4917 South State Road 35
Superior, WI 54880-9622
Phone (715) 399-8385
The monthly meeting was called to order at 7:00 PM by Chairman Nelson.
The pledge of allegiance was recited.
Compliance with the Open Meeting Law was met, with notices posted at the Town of Superior Hall, Head of the Lakes
Electric, Bartley's and Four Corners Store
Roll call was taken. Present were Chairman Nelson, Supervisors Parask clerk, treasurer, 6 town residents and Dennis
Conlin from Pro Source Technologies, representing City of Duluth gas line. Supervisor Leggate was absent.
Minutes from the September meeting were read by Board and residents. Motion was made by Parask and seconded by
Nelson to approve. Minutes were unanimously approved.
Correspondence:
Clerk mentioned that Douglas County Historical Sunday will be held at the Town of Superior Hall on Sunday, October
13 th at 2:00 p.m.
Town of Superior has been invited to a meeting at the Superior City Council and Douglas county Board to investigate
and recommend regional cooperative efforts among government entities at 5:15 PM on October 14th at the Court House.
Mark Nelson from HLEC talked about upcoming merger between HLEC and East Central Energy. Decision to me made in
late October of this year.
Treasurer's Report:
Treasurer's report was read by Marge Keho. Balance as of 09/30/2002 is $136,071.68.
Motion was made by Nelson and Second by Parask to accept treasurer's report. Unanimously approved.
Chairman's Report:
Chairman Nelson thanked Dale Johnson for putting the new air conditioner in the office. Marge and Joanne also thanked
him.
Chairman Nelson reported that the Wausau to Duluth transmission line will provide economic benefits to Douglas
County. Town of superior will get a one time environmental impact fee of $108,750.00. this money must be used for
park conservancy, wetlands, or other similar environmental programs. In addition, an annual impact fee will be
received and our share is $6,525.00
Chairman Nelson reported that the Hilpiper Bridge project has been started
Ayres & Associates' Dave Pantzloff inquired about Cemetery Road Bridge, and Any Stensland has given the okay
to start design.
Before proceeding further with meeting, Ted asked if Dennis Conlin from Pro Source Technologies representing City
of Duluth wanted to speak. City of Duluth wants a resolution from the town for running gas line in ditch in front
of Shawn Buttrick's place and two easements on Highway W. Use of ditch is needed so as to not destroy trees on
Buttrick property. Motion was made by Nelson and second by Parask to grant easements to Airline addition so that
they can put gas line in. Motion unanimously carried. Regarding black topping about a mile of Irondale Road from
W to past Buttrick's, this item will be tabled until Mr. Conlin can come up with numbers, and also to see what
City of Duluth and Kimmes would be willing to offer for black topping.
Old Business
a. Conditional use permit has been granted to Dan Lindberg for him to detail vehicles
and park and display vehicles. Nelson made motion and Parask second to approve conditional use permit. Motion unanimously
approved.
b. Assessor position is open since Bob Martin has taken another position. Two people has applied, and will be interviewed
at 5:00 PM on October 15th.
New Business:
a. A petition has been received by the 3 people living on East Burning Tree Drive asking that the Town take over
this road. This item will be tabled until next meeting.
b. Received quote from HLEC for underground wiring from pole south of building to back of building for $1,900.48.
Dennis Haakenson would plow for underground wire for $382.80. HLEC's bid also includes taking down overhead service
and hooking up to meter. will find out cost of meter socket from Nick Willoughby.
c. Budget hearing and town meeting to approve budget will be held at 6:30 PM on November 13th preceding regular
Town Board meeting.
d. Scott & Andrea Stone off Perham Road have asked for conditional use permit to construct seasonal residence
on 107 acres. Nelson made motion and Parask second to approve conditional use permit. Motion unanimously approved.
e. Re certified survey map of Kiggins property off Ellison Road, land has been given
to daughter (9.9 acres) and given 50' easement to the property. Motion was made by Nelson and second by Parask
to approve certified survey map. Motion unanimously approved.
f. Rick Gondik has parceled off 5 lots of 5+ acres on Lagro Road. Motion was made by Nelson and second by Parask
to approve Gondik's addition to Town of Superior. Motion unanimously approved.
Other Matters of General Interest:
Someone inquired into status of Day Care Center on Wick Road.
Resident inquired as to Polish Road. Asked if water can run off road instead of swail between ditch and road.
Resident reported that stop sign on Old 105 has been run over by 4 wheeler, and now stop sign is missing.
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 8:50 P.M.
Respectfully submitted,
Joanne M. Thompson, Clerk
| REGULAR MEETING - BOARD OF SUPERVISORS |
| Wed, Sept. 11, 2002 |
| TOWN OF SUPERIOR |
4917 South State Road 35
Superior, WI 54880-9622
Phone (715) 399-8385
The monthly meeting was called to order at 7:00 PM by Chairman Nelson.
After a moment of silence to commemorate the anniversary of the World Trade Center bombing on
September 11, 2001, the pledge of allegiance was recited.
Compliance with the Open Meeting Law was met, with notices posted at the Town of Superior Hall, Head of the Lakes
Electric, Four Corners Store and Bartley's.
Roll call was taken. Present were Chairman Nelson, Supervisors Parask clerk, treasurer, 8 town residents, D. C.
Supervisor Chuck Pleski and Todd Carlson, representative from Bendline Fire Equipment Co. Supervisor Leggate was
absent.
Minutes from the August meeting were read by Board and residents. Motion was made by Parask and seconded by Nelson
to approve. Minutes were unanimously approved.
Correspondence:
No correspondence was noted.
Treasurer's Report:
Treasurer's report was read by Marge Keho. Balance as of 08/31/2002 is $161,058.07. Motion was made by Nelson and
Second by Parask to accept treasurer's report. Unanimously approved.
Chairman's Report:
Chairman nelson reported construction has begun for Enbridge pipeline and they are hauling out clay.
Dennis Conlin, representing City of Duluth, needs additional source of gas and wondering if Town has any objections
to using right-of-way by Shawn & Lori Buttrick residence. Trees presently there act as a screen for dust. Ted
and Dana will meet with Rep to lay out where this will go.
Old Business:
a. Lights outside building were hooked up to wrong voltage, causing problems. Two fixtures were
replaced. Nick Willoughby suggested we go underground.
b. We will be getting an estimate to do underground wiring.
c. Zoning change for Dan Lindberg has been done.
New Business:
a. Letter read by Chairman Nelson re petition from DM&IR to put in flashing lights at railway crossing by Koppers.
b. Town sill be doing snow plowing again this year after all town roads are plowed. Rates are $60.00 for under
500' and $100.00 for over 500'. Motion was made by Nelson and Second by Parask to continue. Motion unanimously
carried. Chairman will have garage personnel keep track of costs involved to see if it is costwise. Fire Chief
mentioned that fire hall should be first on the list to be plowed.
c. Robert Martin, the assessor for the past two years, has resigned the position to take a full time job. He will
remain until September 30th. We will advertise for a new assessor with date to have resumes in by next meeting.
d. We will have to do a reclamation plan for our non-metallic quarries (sand pit behind Lagro and Baumgartner Road
rock quarry.)
e. A budget workshop has been set up for Tuesday, October 8th at the Town Hall at 5:00 p.m.
f. We are looking into doing some renovation and remodeling of the storage room off the kitchen area (perhaps an
office for the assessor). We will be getting estimates in the future.
Other Matters of General Interest:
No timetable has been set for Hilpiper Bridge. Assume they are going to go ahead with it.
Speed bumps have been installed on Cemetery Road Bridge and Kimmes has blacktopped. Hoping to prolong life of bridge.
Brian Laverdiere, Fire Chief, said letter will be sent out to all residents and businesses for a contribution to
buy a thermal imaging camera. Todd Carlson, rep from Bendlin Fire Equipment, was at the meeting and demonstrated
and talked about the camera.
Chuck Pleski, D.C. Supervisor, reported that the County Board budget process is starting. Occupancy in the new
building will begin November 1st.
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 8:43 P.M.
Respectfully submitted,
Joanne M. Thompson, Clerk
| REGULAR MEETING - BOARD OF SUPERVISORS |
| Wednesday, August 14, 2002 |
| TOWN OF SUPERIOR |
4917 South State Road 35
Superior, WI 54880-9622
Phone (715) 399-8385
The monthly meeting was called to order at 7:05 PM by Chairman Nelson.
The pledge of allegiance was recited.
Compliance with the Open Meeting Law was met, with notices posted at the Town of Superior Hall, Head of the Lakes
Electric, Four Corners Store and Bartley's.
Roll call was taken. Present were Chairman Nelson, Supervisors Parask and Leggate, treasurer, 20 town residents
and 3 guests. Clerk was absent.
Guest Speakers: Tom Dalbec, candidate for Douglas County Sheriff
and Kathy Hanson, candidate for Douglas County Register of Deeds introduced themselves and presented their views
on how they will handle their responsibilities if elected.
Minutes from the July meeting were read by Board and residents. Motion was made by Parask and seconded by Leggate
to approve. Motion unanimously carried.
Motion was made by Nelson and second by Leggate to pay pre-approved bills. Motion unanimously carried.
Treasurer's Report:
Treasurer Keho reported the closing balance as of July 31, 2002 was $251,775.52. There will be a payment to Douglas
County Treasurer in August in the amount of $120,228.40 for the settlement of the School Tax Credit paid to the
Town in July.
The Treasurer also reported that there have been 550 hits on the Town's web site during the past two months. John
Keho, the Town's Web master has sold $450.00 in web advertising. Marge suggested that everyone check out the Town's
web site at www.townofsuperior.net to keep current with
the Town's information.
Motion was made by Nelson and second by Leggate to approve. Motion unanimously carried.
Correspondence:
Chairman Nelson read information regarding tele-conferences offered through the UW
Extension Office and invited any board members to attend.
Chairman's Report:
Ted said that there is a rock concert being held at the Montdulac Camp grounds this week end.
The old grader has been sold to the Town of Clover for $30,000.00. It will be picked and paid for this Friday.
Old Business:
Dan Lindberg's zoning will be changed to A1 Conditional use . No board objections. Chairman
Nelson Made a motion to approve the change, Parask seconded. Motion was unanimously carried. A resident suggested
that the Burning Tree Road should be turned over to the town.
The old grader has been sold to the Town of Clover for $30,000.00. A motion to accept was made by Parask, second
by Leggate. Motion unanimously carried.
New Business:
a. County Fun Day Care Building. Kelly Maguson requested the zoning be changed from C1 to R1
and also requested a conditional use permit to allow for a 14 X 70 single wide mobile home to be set up on the
property on the Corner of Wick Road and State Road 35. Letters from Len & Annette Albrecht, Lee & Lori
Francisco and Steve & Rhonda Erickson were read aloud. The neighbors in the area are requesting that the zoning
and conditional use permit be denied because they do not feel that a mobile home will fit into the area. Kelly
Magnuson explained that his plan in the 3 to 5 year future is to build a permanent home on the lot. There was a
lengthy discussion about the size, location, and the set-backs of the lot. Residents opposing the changes explained
their reasons for opposition. Chairman Nelson made a motion to deny the zoning, second by Parask. Leggate opposed.
Motion carried.
Conditional use permit on Wick Road, motion was made by Parask, second by Nelson to deny the permit. Leggate opposed.
Motion carried,
b. An air conditioner for the office has been purchased with money from the May fund raiser. Dale Johnson will
install it after he checks with SWL&P to the proper position away from the gas meter.
c. The storage room off the kitchen will be renovated this winter by the work crew for a storage area and an office
for the assessor.
Guest Speaker from Enbridge:
Robert Turner, permitting specialist for Enbridge explained that about 12 miles of the pipeline is going through
Wisconsin. They will leave areas affected in as good or better condition than prior to laying the pipeline. Irondale
Road will be affected. The pipeline will be installed within 15 to 20 days.
Other Matters of General Interest:
A resident requested that a road plotted on Old Highway 105 should be vacated. Chairman
Nelson told the resident that she will have to provide a map and legal descriptions with her request to the board.
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 9:25 P.M.
Respectfully submitted,
Marjorie M. Keho, Treasurer (in absence of the Clerk Thompson)
| REGULAR MEETING - BOARD OF SUPERVISORS |
| Wednesday, July 10, 2002 |
| TOWN OF SUPERIOR |
4917 South State Road 35
Superior, WI 54880-9622
Phone (715) 399-8385
The monthly meeting was called to order at 7:00 PM by Chairman Nelson.
The pledge of allegiance was recited.
Compliance with the Open Meeting Law was met, with notices being posted at the Town of Superior Hall, Head of the
Lakes Electric, Four Corners Store and Bartley's.
Roll call was taken. Present were Chairman Nelson, Supervisors Parask and Leggate, clerk, and 14 town residents
and 1 guest. Treasurer absent.
Minutes from the June meeting were read by Board and residents. Motion was made by Parask and seconded by Leggate
to approve. Motion unanimously carried.
Motion was made by Nelson and second by Leggate to pay pre-approved bills. Motion unanimously carried.
Treasurer's Report:
In absence of treasurer, clerk read treasurer's report. Motion was made by Nelson and second by Leggate to approve.
Motion was made by Nelson and second by Leggate to approve. Motion unanimously carried. Balance as of 6/30/01 -
$108,551.63.
Chairman's Report:
Ted said State Budget has supposedly been settled. It looks like we will be getting all proposed revenue for this
year; 10% may be taken away next year.
Diane McGinnis, who will be running for Register of Deeds this fall, introduced herself and her agenda. Bob Martin
gave testimony as to her value in Register of Deeds office.
Old Business:
a. .. At last meeting, it was decided to pay John Keho for web
page. He also checked to see if advertising can be done to pay for part or all of the $295.00 /year it cost; he
said it would be okay.
b. .. An ad, with picture, of the old grader has been placed
in the magazine "Machinery Trader". To date no bids have been received.
c. .. Board was presented with a corrected affidavit from Nathan
Thompson to begin proceeding to layout a road across residents lands so that Nathan can get to his landlocked piece
of land.
d. .. Employee Bill Connor noted mistake in wage page of new
contract. Corrections have been done. Motion was made by Parask and second by Leggate to approve wage page correction.
Motion unanimously carried.
e. . Regarding architect for Cemetery Road Bridge, motion was
made by Nelson and second by Leggate to go with Ayres & Associates out of Eau Claire. Motion unanimously carried.
f. .. Nick Willoughby is checking into prices for new outside
light fixtures in the back of the hall. He will check with Joe Hizinski, since he is the person who got us the
original ones. Nick said a comparable fixture would be about $185.00.
New Business:
a. .. Conditional use permits for the following:
1. Dan Lindberg has asked for a zoning change from R2 to C1 for
his property, Section 22, Township 48 North, Range 14 West, for a proposed property use of selling and detailing
automobiles. Board will asking D.C. Zoning to table until next meeting; town would like more information.
2. Daniel LaMar & Bobbi Meteraud are asking for a conditional
use permit to put a year-round mobile home, Sec. 10, T 47N Range 14W. Motion was made by Nelson and second by Leggate
to approve conditional use permit to put in a 80' x 16' mobile home. Motion unanimously carried.
3. Dwayne & Ramara Wassberg are asking for a conditional
use permit to build a seasonal residence, Sec. 32, T 47N, Range 14W. Motion was made by Nelson and second by Parask
to accept. Motion unanimously carried.
4. Daniel Brad has asked for a conditional use permit to put
up a cabin, Sec. 11, T 48N - Range 14W. Motion was made by Nelson and second by Parask to accept. Motion unanimously
carried.
b. .. Head of the lakes Electric (Great River Energy) is proposing
to reconstruct present 46kV transmission line connecting the Bardon Substation and Summit Substation. Plans are
to rebuild the existing 11-mile long 46kV transmission line, and at the same time upgrade it to 69kV. Direct contracts
will be made with all of the affected property owners and public agencies located on the transmission line route.
Other Matters of General Interest:
Kelly Magnuson is planning to purchase burned out day care center on Wick Road & Hwy. 35, but since his petition
for amendment and application for land use and conditional use permit for a zoning change did not get put on the
agenda, this will be tabled until next meeting. His plans are to tear down burned building and put in a mobile
home.
Resident Dale Johnson asked if we had done any more on sealcoating Baumgartner Road. Chairman reported nothing
more has been done.
Resident Bill Britton said when Polish Road was graded, washouts were not filled in, and he said he filled in some
of the holes.
Brian Laverdiere is now the new Fire Chief for the Volunteer Fire Department.
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 8:10 P.M.
Respectfully submitted,
Joanne M. Thompson, clerk
| REGULAR MEETING - BOARD OF SUPERVISORS |
| Wednesday, June 12, 2002 |
| TOWN OF SUPERIOR |
4917 South State Road 35
Superior, WI 54880-9622
Phone (715) 399-8385
The monthly meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Chairman Nelson.
The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.
Compliance with the Open Meeting Law was met, with notices being posted at Town of Superior Hall, Head of Lakes
Electric, Four Corners Store and Bartley's.
Roll call was taken. Present were Chairman Nelson, supervisors Parask and Leggate, clerk, treasurer, and 14 town
residents, along with Douglas County supervisors Pleski and Ryan.
Minutes from the May 8th meeting were read by Board and residents. Motion was made by Parask and second by Leggate
to approve minutes. Motion unanimously carried.
Minutes from the Special Town Meeting held on May 14th were read by Board and residents. Motion was made by Nelson
and second by Parask to approve. Motion unanimously carried.
Motion was made by Nelson and second by Leggate to pay pre-approved bills. Motion unanimously carried.
Correspondence:
Clerk read excerpt from Douglas County Board's minutes from their May 9th meeting regarding
application by Udeen Trucking for a conditional-use permit for a quarry (screening and stockpiling quarry materials)
on County Hwy B where County B bar used to be. Application passed with the understanding Udeen will not operate
more than 3-4 weeks/year and only during daylight hours. They will be allowed to work one Sunday per season.
Treasurer's Report:
Treasurer's report was read by Marge Keho. Balance as of 5/31/02 is $120,793.11. Motion was made by Leggate and
second by Parask to accept treasurer's report. Motion unanimously carried.
Chairman's Report:
Chairman Nelson received letter from Wis. DOT awarding contract for Hilpiper Bridge.
Estimated cost is $203,945.43, an increase of about $6,000/$7,000 because bidding costs came in higher than expected.
Dust control (magnesium chloride) is being applied today (6/12/02) by Erickson Truax of Cloquet for about 45 cents
/gallon to as many areas of the Town as possible.
Old Business:
a. Re air conditioner for the office, Dale Johnson has volunteered his time to work with the Board to purchase
and install.
b. With regard to employee contract, this has finally been finalized for a five-year period, with wage negotiations
yearly. Motion was made by Parask and second by Leggate to approve contract between Town and employee(s). Motion
unanimously carried.
New Business:
a. Town received letter from Wis. DOT regarding replacement of Hwy. 35 bridge, which is adjacent to property owned
by the Town. They will be appraising our property and arranging a meeting to discuss the appraisal, upcoming project,
and how it affects our property.
b. John Keho has been sponsoring a Web page for us for several years and has found the cost prohibitive. After
some discussion, motion was made by Parask and second by Leggate to continue web page at a cost of $295.00/year,
to put a counter on it to see how many "hits" it gets. Motion unanimously carried.
c. Clerk read into record those businesses requesting renewal of beer/liquor licenses. Motion was made by Nelson
and second by Parask to approve, subject to Carson's Manatee Inn getting approval from the State to continue operation.
Motion unanimously carried.
d. Pete Radzak talked about information on a weed wacker with brush cutting attachment at Bingham Hardware. Prices
ranging from $149 to $469 presented. Nelson made motion to go ahead with purchase of the 120cc Stihl weed wacker
with brush cutter attachment for $469.00. Motion was seconded by Leggate, and unanimously carried.
e. Re grader bids, none have been received to date. Dana will place ad in "Machinery Trader" with picture.
f. Re consultant for cemetery Road Bridge, Krech-Ojard, Short Elliot & Hendrickson, and Ayres & Assoc.
have shown an interest in bidding on project. This will be put on next month's agenda.
g. Fuel storage tanks in back of garage were recently inspected. We need chain link fence surrounding them, out
2' around containment area and pillars every so many feet. Also found a 265 gallon tank of used oil in shop, and
we need to hire someone to remove this. Our men can put up the chain link fence and put posts in. Also need fire
extinguisher in containment area.
h. Regarding conditional use permits for the following people: Motion was made by Nelson and second by Parask to
approve the 3 conditional use permits for Charles Allen Jr. Motion unanimously carried.
Motion was made by Nelson and second by Leggate to approve conditional use permit for Nick Willoughby to place
mobile home on property. Motion unanimously carried.
Motion was made by Nelson and second by Parask to approve conditional use permit for Mr. Brown. Motion unanimously
carried.
Motion mad by Nelson and second by Parask to approve conditional use permit for Greg Pals for property he owns
from W-1 to R2. Motion unanimously carried.
i. Seal coat Baumgartner Road. Received time and materials basis bid from Paul Halvorsen from DOT. We should probably
look elsewhere for bids.
Other Matters of General Interest:
Nathan Thompson presented affidavit to Town regarding piece of property he owns on Keith Road which has no access.
Board will look at property and make determination as to where road should go.
Clerk will try to contact Day Care Center on Wick Road to see what their intentions are for the burned out building.
Re light at back of hall, electrician will be contacted to repair.
D.C. Supervisor Charles Pleski asked if there would be any interest if having committee members from Douglas County
Board to go out into the community and have meetings in the evenings.
It was suggested that we find out who owns the other burned out house on Hwy 35 and send them a letter asking about
disposal.
Clerk read letter received from Solon Springs Family Fun Days Committee asking if our town would like to participate
in any of their activities for July 4-7.
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned.
Respectfully submitted
Joanne M. Thompson, Clerk
| REGULAR MEETING - BOARD OF SUPERVISORS |
| Wednesday, May 08, 2002 |
TOWN OF SUPERIOR
4917 South State Road 35
Superior, WI 54880-9622
Phone (715) 399-8385
The monthly meeting was called to order at 7:04 p.m. by Chairman Nelson.
The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.
Compliance with the Open Meeting Law was met, with notices being posted at Town of Superior Hall, Head of Lakes
Electric, Four Corners Store and Bartley's.
Roll call was taken. Present were Chairman Nelson, supervisors Parask and Leggate, clerk, treasurer, and 16 town
residents.
Minutes from the April 10th meeting were read by Board and residents. Motion was made by Parask and second by Leggate
to approve minutes. Motion unanimously carried.
Motion was made by Nelson and second by Parask to pay pre-approved bills. Motion unanimously carried.
Correspondence: None
Treasurer's report was read by Marge Keho. Balance as of 04/30/02 is $160,050.92. Motion was made by Nelson and
second by Leggate to approve. Motion unanimously carried. Marge reported $1,060.00 raised by Fund raiser on Saturday,
May 4th. We already purchased 4 more white tables for the hall, and some of the rest will go to purchasing and
installing an air conditioner for the office.
Old Business:
a. Ted said we need to select 5 engineering consultants, and
one will be picked for the Cemetery Road Bridge. Letters will be sent to Ayres & Associates, Krech-Ojard, Short
Elliot Hendrickson, Cooper Engineering and Northern Wisconsin based Engineers asking if they are interested.
b. Udeen Trucking has asked for a conditional use permit to
establish a screening and stockpiling materials area on County Road B. A petition was given to Board asking that
Udeens only be permitted to operate the machinery at the area from 7 am to 4 p.m. Monday-Friday. Town Board will
let zoning know that they will be allowed to operate on Saturdays only with prior approval or if a certain project
has be to finished, and Town Board should be given notice 24 hours in advance for special circumstances.
New Business:
a. Board will be looking into purchasing an air conditioner
for the office,
b. After numerous phone calls, Clerk finally got word that the
terminal tax funds received in about 1996 can be used. They were tied up in a court case. Funds now with interest
amount to $25,500.88. Motion was made by Leggate and second by Nelson to transfer these funds into the general
account. Motion unanimously carried.
It was also decided to continue the ad for the grader in the Wis., Towns Assn. Magazine in May.
It was suggested that we take a picture of the grader and send that along with the information on the grader to
contractors in Duluth and Northern Wis. And Minnesota. Dale Johnson will get the clerk a book with contractor's
names and addresses.
c. Open Book has been scheduled for Saturday, May 25, 2002 from
8:00-10:00 am at Town Hall. Board of Review is scheduled on Friday, June 7, 2002 from 6:00-8:00 p.m. at Town Hall.
d. Motion was made by Nelson and second by Parask to okay a
conditional use permit for a septic pumping business owned by Richard Christman, Sr. Motion unanimously carried.
Other Matters of General Interest:
Ted brought the item of dust control. We have talked to Paul Halvorsen from Douglas County, and we could contract
with them on a time and materials basis.
Bill Conner is being dropped from the County insurance Program as of June 30, 2002. A special meeting will be held
on May 14, 2002 at the Town Hall from 5:30-7:30 p.m. to talk about insurance needs and to finalize employee contract,
Resident inquired into whether we would be hiring another full time employee, should present employee be hurt,
etc.
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 8:30 p.m.
Respectfully submitted
Joanne M. Thompson, Clerk
SPECIAL TOWN MEETING - May 14, 2002
TOWN OF SUPERIOR
4917 South State Road 35
Superior, WI 54880-9622
Phone (715) 399-8385
The Special Town Meeting was called to order by Chairman Nelson at 5:45 p.m.
Notice of meeting was posted at Town of Superior Hall, Four Corner's Store, Head of Lakes Electric and Bartley's.
Compliance with Open Meeting Law was met.
In attendance: Chairman Nelson, supervisors Parask and Leggate, clerk Thompson, treasurer Keho and employee Bill
Conner.
Purpose of the special meeting is to discuss insurance needs for employee Conner due to Douglas County not being
able to provide insurance for towns anymore. After discussion, Bill and family will be covered for one month (July
2002) by WPS. Conner will pay for this but be reimbursed by the Town. After August 1st, Bill and family will be
covered under his wife's plan.
Regarding contract with employee, most changes have been made and will be presented at next town board meeting
(June 12, 2002) for adoption.
Marge reported that Keho & Associates have been paying for the town's web page, and they feel they can no longer
do this since it costs $295.00/year. This item will be put on June agenda.
There being no further business, the meeting adjourned at 7:10 p.m.
Respectfully submitted.
Joanne M. Thompson, Clerk
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