Regular Board Meeting

5 October 2009

     The regular Board meeting of the Town of Sampson was called to order on Monday, 5 October at 7:00 P.M. Meeting notices were posted in the three designated areas, the town web site and the Bloomer Advance. The meeting was called to order by Chairman Haller.  Supervisors Richardson and North were present. Clerk Reed and town lawyer Norm Singleton were present.  There were 2 guests in attendance.

     Chairman Haller led the meeting attendees in the Pledge of Allegiance.

     Board members have received copies of the board minutes of the regular board meetings on September 8th and Special Meeting on September 25th.  A Motion was made by Supervisor Richardson to approve the minutes.  Supervisor North seconded the motion and all present voted Aye.  Motion carried.    

     Treasurer’s report was given by Clerk Reed and made available to Board members.   

      PUBLIC COMMENT:  There was no public comment. 

      OLD BUSINESS:

      Chairman Haller gave an update on road work and brushing.  Patrolman Richardson has completed shouldering 117th Ave (Round Lake Rd). Brushing on 290th Ave (Basswood Rd) is still being done by Boxer Tree Service. The Board authorized another $3,000 for Boxer Tree Service to continue brushing on 290th Ave and other areas. Patrolman Richardson has contacted Chippewa County Highway Department for laying gravel on various town roads starting on October 6th, weather permitting.  Discussion was held on future road work on Oak Lane, Rattlesnake Road and Brandstatter Road.  Clerk Reed stated that she completed the Wisconsin Information System for Local Roads (WISLR) report for 2009 as required by the WI DOT.      

      NEW BUSINESS:

      Chairman Haller stated that the planks for the boat landings are being pored this week and they will be installed by Northern Companies next week.  The roads leading to these landings will be closed while work is being done.    

     Back up snow plowing personnel was discussed.  Brian Butterfield may not be available until mid December because of his work.  Alternate drivers were discussed and will be contacted if need be.

     The 2010 Budget workshop was set for Monday October 26th at 8:00 A.M.  The 2010 Budget Hearing was set for Monday, November 16th at 6:30 P.M. 

     Vouchers were then presented and audited.  Supervisor North made a motion to approve vouchers 16620-16641 plus five electronic transfers. Supervisor Richardson seconded the motion and all present voted Aye.  Motion carried.   

     The next monthly board meeting will be on Monday, November 2nd at 7:00 P.M.                           

     There being no further business, Supervisor North made a motion to adjourn the meeting. Supervisor Richardson seconded the motion and all present voted aye.  Motion carried.  Meeting adjourned at 7:40 P.M.

   

Veda Reed, Clerk

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