The Kasson Township Board held its regular meeting on November 13, 2024, where several key decisions were made regarding ongoing infrastructure challenges, financial matters, and board appointments. Public comments raised concerns about traffic safety at a local intersection, which the Board pledged to address by working with the Road Commission. The meeting included the approval of the Winter Tax Resolution and various reappointments to the Planning Commission and Zoning Board of Appeals.
Public Comments
Don Drabik expressed concern about why the Kasson Center/Newman Road intersection was not converted into a four-way stop, highlighting a recent close call with a gravel truck. The Board encouraged citizens to contact the Road Commission directly regarding this ongoing issue.
Infrastructure Projects
1. **Sidewalk & Parking Ordinances**: The draft ordinance regarding sidewalks was reviewed, though it lacked an enforcement section. The Board decided to have the document reviewed for necessary updates and enforcement strategies.
2. **Olivia Drive Waterpoint**: The Board received permission from the new property owner for improvements to the waterpoint, completed by Lanham Construction, and restricted concrete trucks from washing out at the site.
3. **Road Projects 2025/2026**: The Road Commission has yet to finalize its budget for 2025, which is an ongoing concern for future road work planning.
4. **Fire Station Design**: There has been minimal progress on the proposed second fire station, with the Fire Board compiling information for future distribution to interested townships.
Financial Summary
- **Treasurer’s Report**: Receipts totaled $79,006.32, with disbursements of $439,720.82 and a balance of $865,428.42.
- **Winter Tax Resolution**: Approved Resolution #12-2024 specifies that Winter Tax is due from December 1, 2024, to February 14, 2025, without penalty, and lays out penalties for late payments.
Action Items
- Further investigation into the enforcement of sidewalk and parking ordinances will be conducted by Grier and Kevin Krogulecki.
- The Board will discuss PC/ZBA meeting stipends in December.
- Follow-up on vandalism concerns at the township park will be addressed by Julian and Noonan while working on the park gate.
- Continued efforts to explore landfill fees through additional contacts will be pursued by J. Carter and Julian.
Source Document
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