Town of Chippewa

The Town Board discussed and approved a bid for a grinding project on Chippewa Lake Rd and Weinberger Rd. They reviewed road posting sign pricing and decided to continue using stickers on the old signs. The board set the date for the Spring Clean Up and discussed bidding out for gravel crushing. Brushing on Weinberger Rd was approved, with the town road crew handling the cutting. A request for a speed limit sign on West Rd was noted for future consideration. The board also reviewed the treasurer's and clerk's reports, approved a building permit, and discussed roadwork updates, including grader work, boat land cleanup, and loader maintenance.

The annual meeting included discussions on the Clerk's and Treasurer's Financial Statements for 2024. The board addressed the allocation of funds to the Butternut Area Historical Society and the Butternut Community Fair, requesting financial statements from groups seeking funds. The Fire Commission presented its 2024 report, highlighting the review of the Fire Department's financials and the development of a budget planning spreadsheet. NSB was designated as the Town's legal depository. Updates were provided on park improvements, and road work including asphalt and gravel hauling on various roads was reported.

The Town Board meeting addressed several key issues, including the bidding process for road grinding on Chippewa Lake Rd and Weinberger Rd, concerns regarding road posting and weight limits, and the appointment of a new Chief Election Inspector. Discussions also included cabin driveway plowing policies, a request from the Village of Butternut for crack sealing assistance, and various financial reports and updates on road crew activities. A building permit for a storage shed was approved.

The Town Board meeting covered several key items, including the approval of payments totaling \$312,325.12. Discussion included setting dates for the Board of Review, a review of the treasurer's report, and the clerk's report. The road crew report detailed ongoing roadwork, including plowing, sanding, addressing high water issues, and upcoming plans for Buckholtz Road. Finally, the chairman's report included an agenda item for next month to bid out grading on Chippewa Lake Road and Weinberger Road.

The board meeting addressed several key issues. Discussion included road maintenance, specifically concerning 2.5 miles of road in section 173 and FR1240, which is 1.67 miles long and requires attention. The board also reviewed the treasurer's report, clerk's report, and road crew report, which included updates on road brushing, fabrication work, plowing and sanding, and addressing a driveway issue. A decision was made to table the FR1240 road issue until spring, pending further investigation into potential federal funding assistance. The clerk also discussed updating the town's website address.