Regular Meeting February 3, 2022. (No January Meeting held) Present: Supervisors; John Shockman, Jim Lee, Donald Fix Treasurer Kirstin Schmitz, Clerk Val Anderson, Steve Hass. John called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited. Minutes of the last meeting were approved as printed, Motion by Shockman, seconded and carried. Treasurer’s reports received
OLD BUSINESS: John Signed the mylars for Country View Farms 1st Addition which includes 4 parcels in sec 21, transferring 4 building rights to sec 12 which had 6 building rights available to equal 10 parcels in section 12.
Discussed High Bridge Forest plat of Mack Perry, but took no action at this time.
Motion by Lee, Seconded by Fix and carried to approve resolution 2022-1 To Spend ARPA funds on Lost Revenue Replacement Category
WHEREAS, the American Rescue Plan Act, H.R. 1319 (ARPA) was signed into law by President Biden in March of 2021,
WHEREAS, ARPA modifies provisions of Title VI of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. § 801 et seq.),
WHEREAS, 42 U.S.C. § 803 (b)(2) appropriates $19,530,000,000 to nonentitlement units of government (NEUs) to mitigate the fiscal effects stemming from the public health emergency with respect to COVID-19,
WHEREAS, the appropriations under 42 U.S.C. § 803 (b)(2) are titled State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds (SLFRF),
WHEREAS, A nonentitlement unit of government is defined as “… a ‘city’, as that term is defined in section 102(a)(5) of the Housing and Community Development Act of 1974 (42 U.S.C. 5302(a)(5))), that is not a metropolitan city.” 42 U.S.C. 5302(a)(5) defines a city as: “… any unit of general local government which is classified as a municipality by the United States Bureau of the Census …”, which covers all townships in Minnesota,
WHEREAS, Stanchfield Township (the Town) is a nonentitlement unit of government and has received its portion of the SLFRF,
WHEREAS, 42 U.S.C. § 803 (c) permits NEUs to spend ARPA funds under one of four major categories, which include
(A) responses to the COVID-19 Pandemic and its negative economic impacts,
(B) providing premium pay to essential employees,
(C) for government services to the extent of the reduction in revenue, and
(D) investments in water, sewer, and broadband,
WHEREAS, 86 Fed. Reg. 26,801 (May 17, 2021) indicates that any amount attributable under lost revenue replacement can be used towards government services, but cannot be used as debt service or to create or replenish savings (rainy-day fund),
WHEREAS, in January of 2022 the Department of Treasury (Treasury) released the completed Interim Final Rule titled SLFRF Final Rule (Final Rule), establishing the completed guidance for the SLFRF,
WHEREAS, page 240 of the Final Rule indicates that the Treasury allows lost revenue replacement to be calculated through a formula as provided by the Treasury, or by a $10,000,000 “standard allowance,”
WHEREAS, the Town will use 134,544.59 allotted to them by the standard allowance, which is the total funds received in 2021 and 2022,
WHEREAS, the Town seeks to pay for government services with funds out of lost revenue replacement,
WHEREAS, the provisions of government services is a permitted expenditure category by the United States Department of Treasury in its Compliance and Reporting Guidance for State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds,
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that The Town will use ARPA funds to pay for the provision of government services in 2022-2023-2024 as part of lost revenue replacement,
BE IT FINALLY RESOLVED, that the provision of government services for (2022-2023-2024) is project #1 General Government Services
Passed this 3rd day of February, 2022.
Gave the report from the meeting of the Accessory Dwelling Units (ADU) that Isanti County is trying to adopt. There are still a number of concerns but Isanti county is still proceeding with this ordinance.
NEW BUSINESS: Quotes were received for the 2022-23 road maintenance from Dawn Hass Construction, Dale Becklin Trucking and ACJ Construction, LLC which also included Lawn mowing the township hall and ballfield. Motion by Shockman, seconded by Fix and carried to accept Dawn Hass Construction for our general Road Maintenance and construction and to use the others as needed for emergency or additional projects if in the best interest of Stanchfield Township. Lawn mowing will be decided on at a future date.
Isanti County Zoning requested our thoughts on signing the final plat. Motion by Shockman seconded by Lee and carried to have 2 supervisors and the clerk sign off of the final plat.
Motion by Lee, seconded by Shockman and carried to continue the Board of Equalization meetings at the Township Hall. The current date of this meeting is Monday, April 18 at 7 pm.
We received a phone call from the new Braham Administrator, Lynda Woulfe that they are currently not planning on the annexation of the Hansen’s 5 acre parcel and the parcels along 413th Ave and Ural Street. They also will include us in any discussion of future annexation.
Federal Mileage rate is $.585 for 2022.
Checks 7258-72564, ACH 515-519 were approved, Receipts:470 – 476
Meeting adjourned at 8:45 p.m with motion by Lee, seconded and carried.
Regular Meeting March 3, 2022. Present: Supervisors; John Shockman, Jim Lee, Donald Fix Treasurer Kirstin Schmitz, Clerk Val Anderson (By Zoom), Steve Hass. Don Hanson, Dennis Banwart, Mac Perry, Belinda Cox, Glenda Spar. John called the meeting to order at 7:00 pm. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited. Minutes of the last meeting were approved as printed, Motion by Shockman, seconded and carried. Treasurer’s reports received
Continued Board of Audit: After reviewing the books, a Motion by Lee, seconded by Fix and carried to approve and sign the 2021 Receipts and Disbursements Audit Report. Year End Reports completed: Township Road Mileage Certification; Road Work Report, PERA Exclusion; Noxious Weed Report; State Report of Outstanding Indebtedness; MATIT Workers’ Compensation Audit Report; W-2/1099; Office of the State Auditor Annual Financial Reporting Form.
OLD BUSINESS: Motion by Shockman, seconded by Lee and carried to approve the preliminary plat of High Bridge Forest by Mac Perry and, if there are no changes, to approve the final plat with the signature of the Chairman attested by the Clerk.
Motion by Lee seconded by Fix and carried to recommend to the annual meeting the budget of $214,920 which is the same as the last 2 years.
The ADU ordinance (Additional Dwelling Unit) was approved by the Isanti County Planning Commission and is being sent to the County Board for public hearing.
Isanti County Zoning Wetland Administrator Darrick Wotachek and DNR Hydrologist Craig Wills has approved the reconstruction of 381st Ave culvert/road between sections 29 and 32.
NEW BUSINESS: Belinda Cox was present to request the removal of a trailer that has been placed on Stanchfield Township property by the people in the property north of the township property (owner Susan Larson). The clerk has contacted the Isanti County Sheriff Department and Zoning Departments with no action taken by either. The board requested that the clerk write a letter to Susan Larson at the address listed by Isanti County tax records requesting the trailer by removed by April 1. 2022.
A phone call was received by Rick Petersen stating he believes Stanchfield Township has taken property from him in Section 4 by maintaining the turnaround to the property owned by Allan and Cathy Bankers in section 4. We have maintained this turnaround prior to the agreement in 1986 with Ruth Peterson and continue to maintain it with the agreement with the Bankers after Ruth’s passing. Copies of these agreements were mailed to Mr Peterson along with the MN Statute 160.05.
Don Hansen and Dennis Banwart were present to request approval of Lilydale Estates in Section 12. They have been before the board for this plat in the past, but because of a variation in the legal descriptions and what land is actually owned by Mr Banwart it was put on hold until it was corrected. The driveways had already been located, but the new preliminary plat has less lots. The corrections have been made. Motion by Shockman, second by Fix and carried to approve the preliminary plat of Lilydale Estates by Dennis Banwart and, if there are no changes, to approve the final plat with the signature of the Chairman attested by the Clerk.
A question on the Wickhams Bluff plat has been brought before the board. There were changes made to the original plat that somehow took away the cul-du-sac. This cul-du-sac must remain on the plat. Isanti County has been contacted to find out what happened that this cul-du-sac was removed and how to get it put back. As of this time, Stanchfield Township has not accepted the road and can not accept it without the cul-du-sac on the plat.
Road Check was set for April 23rd
Checks 7265-7270, ACH 520-524 were approved, Receipts:477-480
ANNUAL MEETING March 8, 2022
Clerk, Val Anderson, Called the meeting to order at 7:00 pm. There were 6 residents in attendance and 2 visitors. John Shockman motioned for Jim Lee to be moderator. No changes were made in the Agenda. The printed 2021 Clerk’s report was read by Val Anderson. Motion by Loran Davis, seconded by Don Fix and carried to approve the 2021 minutes. Matt Kohoat from Safety and Rescue handed out their 2021 summary and thanked us for our donations and explained where they have used their donations (Gear, Radios, Training, pay debt). Loran Davis requested a donation for the Braham Fire Department for a Ram Extraction to lift heavy vehicles. 5 others requested funds.
Loran Davis made a motion, seconded by Glenda Spar and carried, to accept the 2022 budget as follows: Levy Other Total
Revenue: $34,830 $1,070 $ 35,900
Road & Bridge $136,900 $25,100 $162,000
Fire $17,020 $17,020
Total $188,750 $26,170 $214,920
Next years meeting will be held at 7:00 p.m. March 14, 2023.
Meeting was adjourned at 8:20 p.m. with motion/by Shockman second by Davis and carried.
Regular Meeting April 7. 2022. Present: Supervisors; John Shockman, Jim Lee, Donald Fix Treasurer Kirstin Schmitz, Clerk Val Anderson, Steve Hass a few township residents. John called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited. Minutes of the last meeting were approved as printed, Motion by Shockman, seconded and carried. Treasurer’s reports received
OLD BUSINESS: The easement overlay on Wickham’s Bluff for the Cul-De-sac and extension of the road to the outlot had not been filed as we requested back in 2006. This easement overlay was requested from Isanti County to show the cul-de-sac in place now that would be eliminated when the road over the easement to the outlot was created when the outlot was developed. The road over the easement would be built by the person plating the outlot and not by Stanchfield Township. Stanchfield township wanted both the cul-de-sac and the future road (current road easement) to be on the original plat, but the county did not want it, so requested the easement overlay. The cul-de-sac and road easement needs to be recorded with the plat before Stanchfield Township can take over this road. Stanchfield Township has a copy of the easements and will sent it to Fielders to get this cul-de-sac and road recorded with the plat.
Isanti Planning Commission Preliminary plat of Lilydale Estates Dennis and Sherry Banwart and the Conditional use permit for Rick & Sherry Eichholz for a rural tourism request both in section 12. No action taken
The trailer on the property to the north of us that was placed on the township property has been removed.
The ADU (Additional Dwelling Unit) has been approved by the county board and is now in effect.
The 2021-2022 Fire Contract will be mailed to the City of Braham. Originally signed 1/7/21
NEW BUSINESS: 3 requests for lawn mowing and 2 requests for snow plowing have been received. After reviewing the bids, motion was made by Shockman, seconded by Fix and carried to accept the bid of Hass construction for both lawn mowing and townhall snowplowing.
Motion by Lee, seconded by Shockman and carried to give $500 to IC Safety and Rescue.
Road check has been moved to April 30th due to scheduling conflicts, this change will be posted.
Liquor license was accepted with motion by Shockman, seconded by Fix and carried.
Jim Lee will look into getting a trip counter for our roads.
MATIT Insurance will now cover rental of our townhall. Policy change to a rental cost of $ 300.00 with a damage deposit of the cost of our deductible which is currently $250.00. With the damage deposit to be returned if there was no damage or need for our insurance.
Resolution 2022-2 Establishing Precincts and Polling Places
WHEREAS, the legislature of the State of Minnesota has been redistricted; and
WHEREAS, Minnesota Statute section 204B.14, subd. 3 (d) requires that precinct boundaries must be reestablished within 60 days of when the legislature has been redistricted or at least 19 weeks before the state primary election, whichever comes first;
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Township Board of the Township of Stanchfield, County of Isanti, State of Minnesota hereby establishes the boundaries of the voting precincts and polling places as follows: The Township of Stanchfield is the precinct boundary and it’s polling place is located at the Stanchfield Township Hall 3441 389th Ave NE, Stanchfield, MN 55080 Voting Affirmatively: 3 Voting Negatively: 0
Adopted by the Stanchfield Township Board this 7th day of April, 2022
Checks 7271-7280, ACH 524-526 were approved, Receipts: –
Meeting adjourned at 8: p.m with motion by Shockman, seconded and carried.
Board of Equalization: April 18, 2022, 7 pm. Present: Supervisors; John Shockman, Jim Lee, Donald Fix Clerk Val Anderson, Appraisers Jim Warden and Peter Blomquist resident Duane Krueger and Daniel and Sue Traczyk. Mr Warden gave information regarding the high sale prices in the county, over 28% over previous value so our township values went up dramatically. Seven people requested reviews of their property and 5 were reduced with the other two unchanged as follows: With an additional parcel looked at after the meeting 1) Keith Sodren: 110160201 valued at $560,400 with no change
2) Duane Krueger: 110230903 valued at $694,400 reduced $24,800 to $669,600 due to interior attributes valued to high
3) Roger Anderson: 110102301 valued at $488,900 with no change
4) Donald Donat 110341900 valued at $351,800 reduced $30,200 to $321,600 due to lake shore change in value and adjusted for quality.
5) Gregory Savsten: 110580010 valued at $449,700 reduced $19,600 to $430,100 due to none finished basement.
6) Douglas Oxendale: 110080402 valued at $371,400 reduced $46,200 to $325,200 due to garage converted to living are has minimum value.
7) Douglas Lanz: 110361300 valued at $446,100 reduced $24,000 to $422,100 adjusted for low land.
8) In person Daniel and Sue Traczyk. 110190501 The board added their property at the discretion of the assessor’s office. After a site visit, the Assessor had no change in the value of $579,700.
After view of the requests a motion was made by Lee, seconded by Shockman and carried to accept recommendation of the assessor for all properties. Motion to adjourn at8:00 pm by Lee seconded and carried.
Regular Meeting May 5, 2022. Present: Supervisors; John Shockman, Jim Lee, Donald Fix, Clerk Val Anderson, Steve Hass, and five others. John called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited. Minutes of the last meeting were approved as printed, Motion by Shockman, seconded and carried.
OLD BUSINESS: Road report is on file. Highlights: Full chloride on 397th Ave and a number of signs were stolen or knocked down. All are back up, but we need to purchase more stop signs for our reserve.
Shawn Fiedler was present for an update on Wickhams Bluff. He stated the attorney he had at the time of the recording did not complete the forms for recording. He is working with a new attorney and the current landowners to remedy the situation. Shawn will keep us updated on the recording of the cul-de-sac and easement to the outlot.
ARPA report was filed on as follows: Total $136,712,.08 with $717.65 spent by March 31, 2022.
NEW BUSINESS: Isanti County BOA request for Jeffery and Rita Johnson setbacks to highways 65 and 3, no comments from Stanchfield Township.
A unapproved driveway was placed on 110690020 Jon Peterson 2220 411th Ave NE. Val will send a letter to have the driveway removed, or Stanchfield Township will remove it and bill him.
Val will contact MATIT to increase the amount insured for the townhall.
A question was brought up as to where the railroad right of way is. Val did a quick search but was unable to answer that question. They were referred to the county auditors office.
Checks 7281-7289, ACH 527-529 were approved, Receipts: 484-488
Meeting adjourned at 9:00 p.m with motion by Lee, seconded and carried.
Regular Meeting June 2, 2022. Present: Supervisors; John Shockman, Jim Lee, Treasurer Kirstin Schmitz, Clerk Val Anderson, Steve Hass 3 residents, Don Hansen. John called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited. Minutes of the last meeting were approved as printed, Motion by Shockman, seconded and carried. Treasurer’s reports received
OLD BUSINESS: Don Hansen presented the final plat of Lilydale Acres in section 12. Motion by Shockman, seconded and carried to allow the chairman and clerk to sign the mylar if ready prior to our next meeting.
Val is to write a certified letter to Mr Jon Peterson to remove the unauthorized driveway by June 30th or we will remove it and he will have to pay for the removal expenses, and if not paid, it will be assessed to the 2023 property taxes.
NEW BUSINESS: Approved the utility permit for 2560 381st Ave NE to be placed on the backslope as close to the 33 feet as possible (road has a 66’ easement)
Checks 7290-7295, ACH 530-533 were approved, Receipts:489-492
Meeting adjourned at 8:25 p.m with motion by Lee, seconded and carried.
Regular Meeting July 2, 2022. Present: Supervisors; John Shockman, Jim Lee, Donald Fix Treasurer Kirstin Schmitz, Clerk Val Anderson, Steve Hass, Other residents. John called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited. Minutes of the last meeting were approved as printed, Motion by Shockman, seconded and carried. Treasurer’s reports received
OLD BUSINESS: Unapproved Driveway was removed.
Transferred from ARPA $ 15429.65: $717.65 to Revenue $14712 to Road & Bridge (Gravel May)
NEW BUSINESS: Craig Betsinger donated a metal and glass with key notice board.
June Isanti County Board of Adjustment approved shed built 80; from Private Road Easement off of the corner of 381st and Zest Street. Next weeks planning commission will discuss the role townships have in the platting process. In the Isanti County Subdivision Ordinance it was revealed that the townships have to have both a planning commission and subdivision ordinance or they can not take part in the platting process. The county is working on resolving this issue. Val will write a letter or attend to state we would like to continue to have a say on driveway placement and new roads in Stanchfield Township.
The following resolution was approve along with a support letter and affidavit. RESOLUTION 2022-3 SUPPORT FOR EAST CENTRAL ENERGY’S BROADBAND PROJECT IN ISANTI COUNTY ENTITY: Stanchfield Township
At the Regular meeting held July 7, 2022 at 7 pm at the Stanchfield Township Hall Member Jim Lee introduced the adoption of the following resolution: WHEREAS East Central Energy is working to provide efficient and affordable broadband (high-speed) internet services to our region, and
WHEREAS recent information ranks our region in the greatest need for broadband across the state of Minnesota. Out of 87 counties in Minnesota, Isanti County ranks 81st in the availability of high-speed internet, and WHEREAS collaboratively the mission is to provide high-speed internet to every home and business, fostering community vitality, affordable and quality health care, equitable education, a strong economy and efficient government; THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that Stanchfield Township supports East Central Energy’s Broadband Project, to improve access and quality of broadband (high-speed) internet to Isanti County businesses and residents;
THEREFORE, BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that Stanchfield Township commits $8,000 for the matching portion of grants received in support of East Central Energy’s Broadband Project. The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Member Don Fix and upon a vote being taken thereon, 3 voted in favor thereof: and 0 voted against the same: Whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted.
WITNESS MY HAND officially as such recording officer this 7th day of July, 2022.
State Demographer: 2021 Population 1,197 Households 448.
IRS new mileage rates as of 7/1/2022 62.5 cents per mile
M/S Shockman/Lee to approve election judge list
MAT—MATIT has changed their underwriting company to Origami. Sign up information coming
Public Notice posted for supervise seat B six year term and Clerk four year term, filing open August 2 to 16, 2022 Primary Election August 9th.
Checks 7296-7304, ACH 534-536 were approved, Receipts: 493-497
Meeting adjourned at 8:40 p.m with motion by John, seconded and carried
Regular Meeting August 4, 2022. Present: Supervisors; John Shockman, Jim Lee, Donald Fix Treasurer Kirstin Schmitz, Clerk Val Anderson, Steve Hass, Bill Becklin and a number of residents. John called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited. Minutes of the last meeting were approved as printed, Motion by Shockman, seconded and carried. Treasurer’s reports received.
OLD BUSINESS: The Isanti County Planning Commission is requiring Township that have a Planning Commission to sign off on all plat and we do, so we will be a part of the platting process.
Bill Becklin was present to report of the meeting held with their staff (Bill, Doug Whitney, Devonte Johnson), Jim Lee, Don Fix, Val Anderson and BNSF Railway Representative Alex Fiorini. There were 4 options presented from the Railroad as follows: 1) Railroad pay to rebuild, but we will own and maintain the bridge, 2) Close the bridge and the railroad will pay for turnarounds and demolition, 3) At Grade, but we are required to close two other at grade public crossings, 4) Railroad pays to repair current bridge, but we would take it over and all future repairs or replacement is our responsibility. Motion by Lee, Seconded by Don to continue with the option to have them replace the bridge with the addition that we will take over all future maintenance and repairs. At this time, Bill will get a estimate of the costs and present it to the railroad, then work on the agreements for payment and replacement.
NEW BUSINESS: Don and Kathy Fiedler were present to present Grandy Pines Preserve on behalf of Shaun Fiedler who was unable to attend. There are 2 – 40 acre parcels with 6 new lots (1 existing home) to create 7 lots on these two 40’s. There are currently 2 driveways in place with an additional driveway splitting off within the road right of way on an existing driveway. This split driveway will still need a driveway permit along with the 4 new driveways and the existing driveway into the gravel pit will also require a permit when a home is built to get their address, 911 sign and mailbox support. There was a question regarding the driveway into the Lot 4 Bk 2 going through the wetlands, they were aware of this and will follow the replacement rules. Motion by Lee seconded by Shockman and carried to approve the preliminary plat of Grandy Pines Preserve with the acceptance of all the driveway placements. Also, to give preliminary approval of the final plat if no changes are made to the preliminary plat. There are no new roads on this plat.
The 2023 amount for Town Aid is $2,617.00
MATIT sent a new endorsement for our insurance effective August 1, 2022 Checks 7305-7312, ACH 537-540 were approved, Receipts: 498-502
Meeting adjourned at 8:10 p.m with motion by Fix, seconded and carried.
Regular Meeting September 1, 2022. Present: Supervisors; John Shockman, Jim Lee, Donald Fix Treasurer Kirstin Schmitz, Clerk Val Anderson, Steve Hass Terry Turnquist, Bill Becklin, Dale Becklin Steve Westerberg. Glenda Spar. John called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited. Minutes of the last meeting were approved as printed, Motion by Shockman, seconded and carried. Treasurer’s reports received
OLD BUSINESS: Approved property valuation of $$18/9,500 with $250 deductible for $13 more.
MAT Insurance change (indorsement from last month 8/1/2022. They will no longer cover damage done when township works on private property. We do not do this, so no change for us.
Bill Becklin was present to discuss current high bridge information. He is to go ahead with the design and hire Erickson Engineering to do a concept design. So far it looks like it will be 180 feet and cost around 1.1 million.
Terry Turnquist was present to discuss the changes in the county language for the platting process. Since we have a planning commission, all plats will come before us and the Chairman will sign off on all plats even if they are not on a township road.
Steve Westerberg was present to introduce himself and give us his thoughts as his is running for Terry Turnquist position on the county board.
NEW BUSINESS: Purchased 2022 County plats books.
Because of vacations and Easter week, we will move our April 6 Regular meeting to April 13, 2023
Checks 7313-7325, ACH 540-543 were approved, Receipts:503-
Meeting adjourned at 9:10 p.m with motion by Lee, seconded and carried.
Regular Meeting October 6, 2022. Present: Supervisors; John Shockman, Jim Lee, Donald Fix Treasurer Kirstin Schmitz, Clerk Val Anderson, Steve Hass, Vincent Charles, Bill Becklin, Dale Becklin, other residents. John called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited. Minutes of the last meeting were approved as printed, Motion by Shockman, seconded and carried. Treasurer’s reports received
OLD BUSINESS: Discussion was made on how to receive payments for the emergency 911 signs on County and State Roads. Motion by Shockman, seconded by Lee to require upfront payment of $50 per lot for new plats on County or State Roads with payment to be made prior to signing off on the plat. We will continue to collect the driveway fees for new driveways on township roads as we have been dong, and also continue to mail out a bill for new driveways on County and State roads when there is no plat involved.
Bill Becklin updated us on the progress of the Highbridge over the Railroad. Additional engineering fees were required by the railroad to update them on the costs of the bridge. So far we have paid for all these requested design and engineering costs and more are accumulating as we progress with the project. A meeting is scheduled with the railroad on Wednesday to get updated on their design requirements and costs.
NEW BUSINESS: Vincent Charles presented a plat on parcel 11-036-1001 with 2 new driveways off of county road 36. Motion by Lee, seconded by Shockman to approve the primary plat as presented with the requirement of $100.00 payment for emergency 911 signs to be paid prior to signing the final plat. This plat is not on or have any new township roads so no other comments were made regarding the design of the plat.
Board of Canvas is set for Wednesday November 16, 2022.
Checks 7326-7333, ACH 544-546 were approved, Receipts: 507-510
Meeting adjourned at 8:25 p.m with motion by Lee, seconded and carried.
Regular Meeting November 3, 2022. Present: Supervisors; John Shockman, Jim Lee, Donald Fix Treasurer Kirstin Schmitz, Clerk Val Anderson, Steve Hass, other residents. John called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited. Minutes of the last meeting were approved as printed, Motion by Shockman, seconded and carried. Treasurer’s reports received
OLD BUSINESS: The railroad has changed their mind on payment of the bridge. At this time they are only willing to pay $600,000, which is a good amount, but not close to the 1.4 million needed to replace the bridge. We are looking to find if any State money would be available, or if they are able to change their mind and do an at grade crossing.
We are still working with the City of Braham to get their Fire Fund Balances.
Discussion made to open a credit card with our Braham Frandson Bank with a $500 limit
NEW BUSINESS: Motion by Lee, seconded and carried to increase the Election Judge wage to $20.00 per hour
Checks 7334-7343, ACH 547-549 were approved, Receipts: 511-514
Meeting adjourned at 8:40 p.m with motion by Lee, seconded and carried.
Canvass meeting Tuesday November 16, 2022.
Present: Supervisors; John Shockman, Jim Lee, Don Fix, Clerk Valerie Anderson, John called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.
After a review of the abstract and tapes of the Tuesday November 8, 2022 election: Motion by Lee, seconded and carried to approve the results as tallied, as follows:
Total Registered at 7 am: 759 Number registered on election day: 45 Total registered 804
Total in person voters: 541; Accepted Absentee ballots: 42 equal 583 total voters
Supervisor Seat B: John Shockman 475 Write in : 3 Blank, Tim Laman, Elmer Fudd Undervote: 105
Clerk: Valerie Marty Anderson: 453 write in: 8 Blank-2, Keith Dordal, Dean Bendeson, Jason Nyblom, Hiarry Clinton, Hillary Clinton, Kay Dennis Undervote: 122
We, the legally constituted Stanchfield Township canvassing board, certify that we have herein specified the names of the persons receiving votes and the number of votes received by each office voted on, at the State General Election held on Tuesday, November 8, 2022 as appears by the returns of the election precincts voting in this election, duly returned to, filed, opened and canvassed by the machine tapes and now remaining on file in the office of Stanchfield Township Clerk. Witness of official signature at the Stanchfield Township Hall in Isanti County this 16th day of November, 2022
Meeting Adjourned at 7:10 pm with motion by Shockman, seconded and carried
John Shockman, Supervisor Jim Lee, Supervisor Don Fix, Supervisor
I, Valerie Marty Anderson, Clerk of Stanchfield Township do hereby certify the within and foregoing page to be a full and correct copy of the original abstract and return of the votes cast in Stanchfield Township State General Election held on Tuesday, November 8, 2022.
Witness my hand and official seal of office this 16th day of November, 2022.
Valerie M Anderson, Clerk
Stanchfield Township
Regular Meeting December 1, 2022. Present: Supervisors; John Shockman, Jim Lee, Donald Fix Treasurer Kirstin Schmitz, Clerk Val Anderson, Steve Hass, residents. John called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited. Minutes of the last meeting and the Board of Canvass were approved as printed, Motion by Shockman, seconded and carried. Treasurer’s reports received
OLD BUSINESS: Bill Becklin and his company is still working to find funding for the High Bridge through State contacts and his Attorney. Val will research the old minutes to see if there is any agreements with the railroad.
The bank requires a motion to approve singers on a new credit card. Motion by Shockman, Seconded by Fix and Carried to allow Jim Lee and Valerie Anderson to be signers on a credit card issued through the Frandson Bank in Braham.
2022 Road work report: Most of the items on the spring road check were completed. The major repair was the addition of fill to raise the road bed on 381st just before Polk St. The Hupp St culvert the repair on Palisade St and a new turnaround on Packard were not completed.
Discussion was made regarding how to assign a address to the new ADU’s.
NEW BUSINESS: Approved the 2023 calendar with the change in date of the April meeting to be held one week later to April 13, 2023.
Checks 7344-7358, ACH 550-553 were approved, Receipts: 515-519
Meeting adjourned at 8: 10 p.m. with motion by Shockman, seconded and carried.