Arna Township

The board discussed and approved the new resolution 26-03, authorized equipment purchases including a cutting edge for the grader and new security cameras for the grader garage, and agreed to yield a balance due to the county. Election judges were appointed for the upcoming town election. Additionally, the meeting included department reports on the fire, road, and zoning divisions, and the review of a spending study.

The Town Board meeting included the approval of the Treasurer's Report and the paying of bills. Key actions involved removing Resolution # 25-03 as currently written, with a new resolution planned for the next meeting, and allocating the first portion of Levy funds received from Pine County. Discussions covered the furnace overheating at the garage and a motion was passed to spend up to $100.00 to replace a light fixture in the garage. The subject of obtaining a Cutter Edge for the Grader was tabled, and the Chairman stated he would contact the County regarding Logging money. Zoning matters included a report on the Status of Arna Township SSTS -- 2025 and discussion regarding modifications to Permit Applications.

The meeting commenced with the recitation of the Pledge to the Flag. Key discussions in the Open Forum included a comparison of Town Clerk duties to a Zoning Administrator's position, a complaint regarding road grading and brushing quality, and a disruptive incident involving a guest, which caused the meeting to recess and required Sheriff's office intervention. Business continued with approval of the Treasurer's Report and Paying of Bills. Department reports noted that Fire Department equipment is currently functional and culverts have been replaced in Road and Bridge. The Board set calendar meeting dates for the upcoming year, and one supervisor was tasked with researching a potential Christmas Party.

The Town Board meeting addressed several operational items. Key discussions included the potential need to purchase two new computers, with authorization up to $2500.00, due to storage limitations with CTAS updates. The board approved a proposal for monthly Town Hall cleaning services by Robin Fornengo at $20.00 per hour, including reimbursement for supplies up to $100.00, and designated a backup cleaner. The Christmas Party was tabled for later discussion. The board decided to address the receipt of bank statements, instructing the Chairman to inquire about continuing to receive both electronic and paper copies. Resolution #25-03 regarding Timecards, Expense Reimbursements and Mileage was presented, read, and accepted. Department reports included an update on checking with other Townships regarding collaborative culvert purchasing and the resolution of a garage permit issue via a phone call. Election notices were placed in the paper.

The Arna Town Board meeting included discussions and decisions on several key issues. The board addressed the sale of a township-owned property on Pine Street, including open bidding and a closed session to review offers, ultimately agreeing to sell the property contingent upon well testing. The meeting was temporarily recessed due to disruptive behavior from a guest. The board also discussed a zoning update regarding a mobile home without a sewer system and considered revisions to an ordinance related to short-term rentals, eventually approving the revised ordinance.