Summary
The Kasson Township Board held a meeting on February 11, 2026, where several important decisions were made regarding township finances, board member salaries, and staffing. Key resolutions were passed to establish the salaries of various township officers, with the specific focus on addressing changes in salaries for trustees.Public Comments
- **Chase Pasicznyk**: Announced that Honor Bank will offer a courier service for clients starting April 30 and invited interested parties to discuss details with him. - **Stella Otto**: Expressed concerns regarding her recent appointment to the Planning Commission, highlighting her unexpected nomination and her inability to fulfill the role adequately due to travel plans. Her comments were requested to be included in the official minutes.Financial Summary
- **Treasurer’s Report**: - Receipts totaled **$469,173.31**. - Disbursements were **$347,603.66**. - Current balance stands at **$1,027,001.86**. - Reminder: Tax payments are due by February 17.- Board Salary Resolutions:
- Trustee Salary: Approved an increase to $2000/year.
- Clerk and Treasurer Salaries: Resolutions were passed to maintain the salary at $19,800/year for each.
- Supervisor Salary: Maintained at $14,900/year.
Action Items
- **Zoning Administrator**: The board approved searching for a potential replacement for the current Zoning Administrator due to declining health and authorized actions on zoning issues as needed in the interim. - **Road Projects**: Consensus reached to allocate **$200,000** in the 2026/27 budget for road maintenance and projects. - **Zoning Board of Appeals (ZBA) Appointment**: Jerry Konczel was appointed to the ZBA through November 2027.The board also noted intentions to revisit the budget draft in March and potentially schedule a special meeting to address zoning administration further.