Summary
The meeting focused on the construction of a new fire station for Kasson Township, discussing the design, funding options, and next steps in the project timeline. The board members highlighted the importance of progressing through various phases simultaneously while seeking funding.Public Comments
- **Chris Hauke**: Expressed a desire for a separation between the public meeting space and crew space, which was acknowledged by Doornbos and Julian. - **Don Drabik**: Inquired about maintenance space in the new station. Doornbos confirmed a plan for an area dedicated to in-house maintenance. - **Bill Roush**: Asked about the potential for expansion; Kendra assured that the 5-acre property has ample space for future growth in equipment bays and living quarters.Infrastructure Projects
The meeting mainly centered around the fire station construction project. Ray Kendra outlined the design process, specifying that the development phase would take about 30 days, followed by another 45-60 days for construction design. The board discussed various materials, noting the high costs associated with masonry. They also touched on alternative bids for estimating costs. Funding was discussed, including state and federal appropriations and the potential for a bond or millage request if necessary.Next steps include:
- Kendra to draft a contract for the next design phase.
- Open houses for community engagement planned for June.
- Ongoing efforts by Boomer and Julian to explore funding sources.