Mayor Chada called the meeting to order with Hoffman, Knutson, Hohbach, and Ackman in attendance. Sheriff Fridley, G. Blindauer and C. Kidder were also in attendance.
Concern was expressed regarding the number of complaints filed a day later regarding property damage by vehicles. Sheriff Fridley urged that as soon as someone observes or hears a vehicle “ramrodding” around that 911 or the sheriff be called. Ackman will include this in the water bills.
Reports:
Water/Sewer – District III has all the info needed to submit the wastewater proposal.
Grounds – The grasshopper is being looked at for a possible solution. A bid was submitted to Woonsocket on two mowers.
Streets – Gravel (Carryover from last bid letting) will be ordered for some streets.
LSY Parent Group – Discussion was held on the expectations from the town. The town will maintain the mowing, weed control, lights, water and fence. The parent group will handle garbage, bathrooms, and field preparation.
Financial – Ackman reported that the QuickBooks is outdated and will need replacement prior to May 31. The board also discussed new printer and laptop options. Motion was made by Knutson, seconded by Hoffman, carried, to approve the financial reports as presented.
A motion was made by Hoffman, seconded by Knutson, carried, to approve the minutes of the regular March meeting and the Equalization meeting as read.
Old Business: Discussion was held on applicants for the full-time position as well as duties and benefits. No decision was made at this time.
The following claims were presented for payment:
Water/Sewer: Postmaster $45.00, US Treasury $521.60, Wages $461.75, Santel Communications $83.12, Brooks Oil $387.20 propane, Dakota Rural Water $1,711.45, South Dakota Rural Water $320.00, South Dakota Department of Revenue $12.00 testing, NorthWestern Energy $119.58, USDA $156.00;
General: Postmaster $45.00, Brooks Oil $302.50 propane, Santel Communications $37.37, Hoffman Digging $725.00 snow, CAN Surety $225.00 insurance, wages $1,863.71, US Treasury $184.66 payroll, Intuit $454.74 software, NorthWestern Energy $34.71 Rossy Park, $148.42 community center, $335.93 Street;
Fire: A-Ox Welding $2,325.00, General $28.29.
The next meeting will be May 6, 2013.
There being no further business the meeting was adjourned.
MARY ACKMAN
Finance Officer