Town of Schley

The board meeting addressed various topics, including road projects such as LRIP Fleetwood Road and ARIP Edgewater Road/Fireworks Ave, with updates on construction progress and related issues. The patrolman's report covered shouldering and patching work. Iron Oak reported on sand donations and an upcoming 3D printing project demo, as well as ongoing tax settlement negotiations. The chairman discussed Dump Day, a potential park grill and picnic table donation, and the need for shelter repairs. Discussions also involved upcoming projects, LRIP program applications, and a BEAD grant proposal for fiber. Citizen input included concerns about gravel on Hwy 21, and reminders were given about Open Book and Board of Review dates.

The meeting included discussions on the ARIP road project on Fireworks Avenue and Edgewater Road, including a landowners' meeting to explain plans and funding possibilities. Fleetwood Road resurfacing and work on Elder Road were also addressed. Iron Oak provided updates on tax issues, hiring, and future stripping plans, along with their annual report highlighting monetary donations, habitat development, environmental safety, and wildlife achievements. The board also reviewed the treasurer's/financial report, which included bank balances, bills paid, and various income sources. The patrolman's report covered boom mowing, tree cutting, and shop work.

The meeting included discussions on the treasurer's financial report, Tomah Ambulance report, and roads report, focusing on Egret culvert placements and the ARIP paperwork for Edgewater Road and Fireworks Avenue. The Patrolman's report covered mowing and culvert work, while the Covia report mentioned efforts to increase hourly employees and upcoming clearing and stripping work. The Covia Settlement Resolution was discussed, including plans for the 2023 settlement and reimbursements. The Chairman's report highlighted the annual Oakdale Fire association meeting, Fall Dump Day, and the approval to create a Facebook page for the township. Additionally, information was shared about a free electronics drop-off day.

The meeting addressed the Clerk's and Treasurer's reports, including amendments to previous meeting minutes and the relocation of CD accounts. Fire call billings were discussed, with updates on outstanding payments and potential state reimbursements. The Fire Association's equipment purchases and a committee for a new fire truck were mentioned. Road report included updates on the Archeological report on Elder Road, Fleetwood Road, and ARIP for Fireworks Ave./Edgewater Road. The Patrolman's Report covered road patching, recycled blacktop, snow equipment storage, and salt/sand covering. Iron Oak Report covered negotiations with the DoR, reclamation efforts, and new employees. The Chairman's Report included Board of Review and Open Book scheduling, introduction of new personnel, and discussion about the Tunnel City church.

The board discussed the 2025 budget, including revenues and expenses, and changes from the 2024 budget. The board also discussed unpaid fire calls and payback from the state for the Dykstra accident. The new owners of the Racetrack requested approval for a liquor license transfer, which was put on hold until the December meeting. The board discussed cemetery rules and signs, and approved putting up cemetery rules signs. Covia and Black Mountain Sand merged and formed Iron Oak Energy Services. The board discussed the tax situation with Covia and Lynx bringing Broadband up Hwy. 21.