The report details the land use permits issued in Kasson Township for September 2024, with a total of six permits granted. They primarily consist of residential and accessory buildings, totaling $1,515 in fees. Notable permits include an addition at 3584 W Burdickville Rd and a new single-family dwelling at 11878 S Tower Rd.
The Kasson Township Assessor’s Report for October 2024 outlines the schedule and activities under the General Property Tax Act of 1893. Key dates include the December Board of Review on December 10, 2024, and Tax Day for 2025 on December 31, 2024. The assessor is currently engaged in site visits for new and partial construction.
For the period of April to September 2024, the Township of Kasson experienced significant discrepancies between budgeted and actual revenue, generating a total income of $122,916.66 against a budget of $535,919.00. This resulted in an under-budget position of approximately $413,002.34, equating to just 22.9% of the expected revenue.
The Township of Kasson has compiled a list of bills requiring approval as of October 8, 2024, totaling $109,624.27. The largest expense is attributed to Cedar Area Fire and Rescue, with an open balance of $81,748.43. Other notable expenses include Jensen Concrete for sidewalk work at $19,703.50 and various smaller bills for services due on the same date.
The Kasson Township Board approved key agenda items, including a rebuilding project for Valley Road and safety improvements for the Kasson Center/Newman intersection. Financial reports were also approved, and Frank Sellgren was appointed as Board of Review Alternate. Discussions included park maintenance, sidewalk ordinances, and the ongoing design for a second fire station.
The Zoning Administrator’s August 2024 report details zoning activities, highlighting permits issued, including special use permits for Elmer’s Real Estate and Feeney Biebel. Year-to-date, 25 permits were issued, covering various constructions. The report also addresses inspections, with one violation under investigation and communication efforts totaling 45 calls and 28 emails. Signed by Timothy A. Cypher.
The document titled “FA SSON TOWNSHIP | PEASUPER. S PEP OPT” dated September 1, 20-4, provides a detailed financial summary for the township. The beginning balance is reported at $1,160,488.49. Throughout the period, disbursements totaled $375,397.75, while receipts amounted to $429,78.29. The ending balance is listed as $1,214,876.03, indicating a net increase in the township’s funds.
Township of Kasson Bills to be Approved as of September 10, 2024 include an open balance of $6,244.29. Key bills detailed comprise Accident Fund Insurance at $32.00, Complete Outdoor at $2,850.00, Consumers Energy at $477.44, and Cypher Group Inc at $1,761.85, among others, totaling significant expenditures for the township’s operations.
Total revenue for the period was $87,551.72, significantly underperforming the budgeted $535,919.00, resulting in a negative variance of $448,367.28, or 16.3% of the budget. A substantial portion of the income shortfall is attributed to lower-than-anticipated revenue from various sources, including deferred revenues, taxes, and state shared revenue.
The executive summary provides an overview of the financial transactions documented in the “Post Audit Check Detail” report for the Township of Kasson, covering the period from August 31 to September 11, 2024. The report details a single transaction involving a payment to CenturyLink, processed through Huntington Bank, amounting to $151.33, categorized under account number 101-265-920.
