CORINNA TOWNSHIP MEETING MINUTES

Tuesday, February 6, 2007

7 p.m., Town Hall DRAFT

Present: Barry Schultz, Charlotte Quiggle, Ronda Isakson, Richard Whirley, Dick Naaktegeboren, Marci Segner, Tom Segner, John Kittok, Ross Danielson and Town Board: Chairman Bill Lieb, Supervisor John Dearing, Supervisor Alan Jude and Clerk/Treasurer Vi Novotne.

The meeting opened promptly at 7 p.m. with the Pledge of Allegiance. With motion by John Dearing, second by Alan Jude, the minutes were approved as presented. With motion by Alan Jude, second by John Dearing, the agenda was approved with four changes: Chuck Marohn, Community Growth rescheduled for February 20, 2007; FAX received from Wright County Commissioners; add John Kittok and Ross Danielson to agenda.

Requests to be on the Agenda:

1. Ken Yager, Township Assessor. Corinna Township had forty-two advertised property sales during 2006. Thirty-one were homes with an average sale of $390,537 and eleven cabin sales averaging $297,000. Sugar Lake and Clearwater Lake had the greatest increase in land value. Ken Yager encouraged property owners to call him if they have a question about their property evaluation.

2. Chuck Marohn, Community Growth. (Rescheduled for next meeting, February 20, 2007. Board received copy of 2/06/07 FAX from the Wright County Commissioners, County Attorney Tom Kelly and Tom Salkowski, P&Z Administrator. No discussion.

Ronda Isakson inquired as to the costs for implementation of Planning and Zoning and if a cost analysis was made for the record keeping and documentation needs. Bill Lieb responded that no comprehensive cost analysis was made but rough costs are known. The town hall has space for offices for Planning and Zoning staff which will be at the beginning, a part-time clerk, who will also share some of the increased work load of the clerk/treasurer. Chuck Marohn of Community Growth worked with the volunteer township task force for the assembling of the comprehensive plan at the cost of approximately $15,000. For the steps of attaining local control over land use decisions an hourly rate will be charged.

Alan inserted that for the Year of 2005, Wright County received $80,000 in building permits. John Dearing stated that building permits and variances should cover costs.

Ronda asked if the township could afford the costs as the process sounds expensive. Bill responded that the personnel expense would not be great for the township. Some attorney costs may be added Even with purchase of some equipment and training, the costs and income should break even. John added that inspectors will be paid per inspection. County keeps inspectors on full payroll. Ronda asked what would be the cost of man hours? Alan stated that the on site full-time office workers will have a blend of duties. We have no way of estimating permits if there will be 8 or 20 houses. Ronda inquired if a risk analysis should be done and that she would be happy to share some outlines and help with that analysis. Bill responded that the board may do so. Charlotte Quiggle stated that when the budget was being discussed at the 2006 Annual Meeting, costs and benefits and the expectations were discussed. Ronda asked that information about the township attaining planning and zoning be provided in a newsletter before the March Annual Meeting. Ronda asked if a Planning Commission is being acquired, as she would like to be a member. Bill stated that board has not decided if there is a need to advertise as a few people have volunteered. John added that with Ronda’s name, four people have indicated willingness to be on the Commission.

Bill stated that he does not understand why County states that our township has not kept good faith with the county. Our township has told the county of our Comprehensive Plan and the need for ordinances and that Chuck Marohn of Community Growth would work with county in obtaining ordinances that would be reviewed and differences corrected. John added that township will adopt county rules. Bill added that again he will state that ordinances will be negotiated and our ordinances will be as restrictive as county. Discussions regarding ordinances will be with Chuck Marohn of Community Growth at the next township meeting of February 20, 2007.

3. Marci Segner, real estate representative and Tom Segner, 8096 67th St NW, PID 206-000-3341106. 8.8 acres with space to allow setbacks for a building. John Dearing presented motion to allow zoning change of Ag to R2 with one building entitlement. Bill Lieb, second. Motion approved.

4. John Kittok, request to erect building at 8370 Highway 24 NW, PID 206-000-202104. A variance was granted previously for a home 90’ from the centerline of Highway 24. Parcel has feedlot issues. Pole buildings have separate regulations. Bill presented motion to approve the construction of a 40x80 pole building with a setback that will be 90’ from the centerline of Highway 24 which is the same distance as the variance granted for a house on the same five-acre parcel. John Dearing, second. Motion approved.

5. Ross Danielson, property located on 67th Street and west of Jenkins Avenue, PID 206-116-000010. Inquiry if board feels it is possible to rezone the 27 acre parcel from Ag to Commercial or Industrial. Ross Danielson stated that the land fits in with the community of Lakedale Telephone, storage buildings and a gas company. Bill noted that the land designated as a PUD development has restrictions. Alan noted that residents have come before the board recently with a complaint of heavy use of trucks and equipment traveling along this road and the residents also asked for policing support.

Maintenance Men Meeting: None

Minnesota Spring Maintenance Training Expo, April 10-11, 2007 (info

to Mark and Doug)

Other Requests:

1. 2006 Reconstruction of 103rd Street NW. John Dearing reported that Otto Engineers’ survey indicated the need of approximately 1/3 acre of additional wetland credit. Township will request help from Environmental Services. Township video of the roadside will reveal that property owners had used much of the 2/500 s/f roadside area for garages, etc.

2. House Removal, 108th and Highway 24. (rescheduled 2/20/07 meeting)

3. 108th and Highway 24 real estate acquired - Highway 24 Reconstruction.

MN DOT forwarded Corrective Quitclaim Deed to replace Quitclaim Deed of 9/26/06. The deed is to be filed for recording at the Wright County Recorders’ Office.

4. Corinna Township Audit for 2006. State Auditor forwarded confirmation that their office will not provide audit services.

LarsonAllen, CPA Board approved and chairman signed the engagement letter for the 2006 audit services.

5. Junk Amnesty, Saturday, July 28, 2007. Dick Naaktgeboren has agreed to be the coordinator. Brad Thompson and STS Crew are scheduled. Board approved contracts with J. R. Appliance, Greenman Technologies and Waste Management.

6. Corinna Township Annual Meeting and Election, Tuesday, March 13, 2007. Three candidates filed: Richard Naaktgeboren, supervisor (3 years) and Alan Jude and Mark A. Obinger (1 year) to complete the Ken Jude term. Absentee ballots may be requested from the town clerk.

7. Remodel Maintenance Building Bid:

Maple Lake Lumber Company: $29,642.00

Liman Post and Beam $22,950.00

Bill Lieb presented motion to accept the Liman Post and Beam bid of $22,950, for the remodeling and insulation of the old maintenance building. John Dearing, second. Approved.

8. MN Pollution Control Agency, 1/24/07. Forwarded project proposals that will be accepted for State Revolving Fund Loan Program. No comment.

9. Wright County Highway Department, 1/26/07. Notice covered the New County Roads and Route Re-Designations and Turn Backs. On file.

10. Minnesota Township Association notice regarding township insurances. A risk management firm will be appraising town buildings and vehicles and will be taking pictures. This firm will make recommendations to association of value and replacement costs. Mark Miller of Maintenance has been informed.

12. 2007 Local Board of Appeal and Equalization is Thursday, April 12, 3 p.m. Supervisor Alan Jude attended the training.

13. Annandale Area Fire Commission Meeting, Tuesday, February 13, 7 p.m., Fire Hall. Alan Jude is the township representative.

14. Website: The township election , and the new recycling calendar has been added to website. Previous year minutes and agendas have a separate request line. Minutes will be posted more timely. Webmaster, Brian Munsterteiger, has stated that even though he does not live in township he cares about the people in the township and enjoys helping and maintaining the website.

15. M&M Bus Service forwarded list of Alcohol and Drug Tests performed for 2006. On file.

16. MSTS, 2/2/07, forwarded inquiry about monitoring agreement for the township’s newly installed septic system. John Dearing indicated that the building permit does not specify a requirement for monitoring.

17. Payment of Claims: Check Number 13672-13708 and Electronic Transfers 7-10 for a total amount of $29,772.32 were approved for payment.

The meeting adjourned at 9:35 p.m. with motion by John Dearing, second by Alan Jude.

Respectfully submitted Approved: February 20, 2007

Viola M. Novotne William H. Lieb,

Clerk/Treasurer Chairman