Town of West Sweden-Monthly Meeting

August 19, 2009

 

Meeting called to order at 6:30 p.m.   Present at the meeting were Dennis O’Donnell- Chairman, Scott Wilder and Glenn Meier-Supervisors, Kevin Taylor- Patrolman, Phyllis Wilder–Treasurer and Andrea Lundquist-Clerk.  Residents and onlookers included William Johnson.

 

The meeting was called to order by Dennis.

 

The minutes of the last meeting were read by the clerk. 

Minutes were received by town board.

 

The treasurer’s monthly report was presented by Phyllis.

Treasurer’s report was received by town board.

 

Public Input- William Johnson reviewed the Comprehensive Plan for West Sweden and noted that there are some changes to be made.  He will attend the public hearing to discuss changes.

 

Old Business – A. There were no county attendees for the discussion on County Road W.  Dennis was on a tour with the county highway committee. During that tour, the county thought that they would be able to repair the road in small segments.  The county invited the town board to attend the highway committee meeting on September 3rd at 3:30pm.  At least one of our town board members will attempt to attend.  

 

B. Adding verbiage for the snowplowing notice that driveways will be attended to after all town roads have been cleared to notice and release form.

 

Patrolman/Hwy. Building/Hwy. Report – A sprocket broke on the sweeper.  Kevin ordered a new one.

 

Correspondence- Andrea will attend the Town’s Association workshop regarding budget and finance in September.

 

New Business- A. Scott reported on the last fire meeting.  They will be purchasing new jackets for the firefighters.  Fire dues will remain the same for the next year.

 

                       B. Glenn reported on the last ambulance meeting.  The ambulance has been looking at establishing its own house to keep the ambulances, and for on call responders to stay.  The estimates to construct were costly, and they’ve decided to not proceed with the building at this time.  They are also looking at possibly purchasing a new ambulance and may combine with another ambulance department to reduce costs.

 

All bills paid and approved.

 

The next meeting will be Wednesday, September 9th, 2009 at 8:00pm.

 

Motion to adjourn the meeting made by Dennis and seconded by Scott.

 

Carried.

 

Meeting adjourned at 7:00pm.

 

Andrea Lundquist, clerk