VILLAGE OF STOCKHOLM REGULAR MEETING OF THE STOCKHOLM VILLAGE BOARD OF TRUSTEES TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 15, 2016 MEETING MINUTES
Village President Jacque Foust opened the meeting and roll call was taken. Present were Jacque Foust, John Myklebust, Harley Cochran, Colleen Flynn, John Krumm, Cindy Fayerweather, C/T.
Additions/Deletions: 1) Indigo Swan sign permit application 2)Colleen Flynn to discuss SMA’s plan to hold an event and close Spring Street on Dec. 17th. Clerk’s Report: Motion by Colleen., 2nd by Harley. to approve the August 2016 meeting minutes, carried. Treasurer’s Report: Motion by John M., 2nd by Harley to approve the September and October Treasurer’s Reports as given, carried. Zoning Administrator: No Zoning Administrator report.
Park Committee Report: Jerry Larson reported the season was a success with approximately $39,000 in camping fees, approximately $17,000 of park expenses giving a net income of $22,000 income to the village from the park. Discussion was held on closing up the park which has been completed except for moving picnic tables into the shelter. Wednesday, Nov. 16th at 3:30 a group will meet to get this done. Dave Hanson has been approved to sit on the Park Committee to fill the vacated position of Dale Antiel. Park Host discussion: Kenny Manfred would like to continue cleaning the restrooms at the park next year, but doesn’t want to act as Park Host. Larry and Pam Horlitz, are interested in being the new Park Host. Chris Hines is willing to work with them too. Cindy F. Will send a copy of the Park Host Job description to Jerry Larson.
Planning Commission: The Kormann’s have decided not to request the zoning change to their property on Mill Street. The Conditional Use permit form for the proposed 8 foot fence was not submitted prior to the meeting. The Planning Commission deferred to the Village Board to look into the fence placement and the recommended construction of a swale along Mill Street to control water runoff. The Board is to look at the property prior to the December meeting.
Items of Business:
1. Jacque met with Pepin County Highway Commissioner, John Hanz, to discuss the Hwy 35 parking lanes. John Hanz determined the parking lanes are in pretty good condition but do need some patching and seal coating. The County will be working on Spring Street, including the wall near 2nd Street. The Village’s portion of the work will approximately $16,000 to do the parking lanes on Spring Street and will likely allow a couple more parking spaces. More information will be gathered in the spring. 2. 2017 Proposed Budget: Short discussion was held. A motion was made by John K., 2nd by John M., to approve the proposed 2017 Village of Stockholm Budget, carried.
3. Village Hall Repairs: Harley will look at it more closely, hasn’t had time yet.
4. Tuesday, December 6, 2016 will be the next regular Village Board meeting.
5. Guest/Citizen concerns: Colleen Flynn discussed the plans of the Stockholm Merchants Association to request the County to close Spring Street on Saturday, December 17th from 5:30 to 7:00 pm for a Fire Event they wish to hold. Discussion was held on traffic control and diversion around on Mill Street instead. SMA will be responsible to do so.
6. Indigo Swan sign permit: Ann Mooney sign request for new business, approved.
7. Lakeside Vacations, Maren and Marcos Villasenior, brought in a copy of their license for their Short Term Rental property.
8. Tim Gentling asked about park income and if anything was happening with changes to the park. No, no changes are planned as of yet. Discussion was held on the working meeting held by an architectural group who used the park as a training exercise. Lots of good information and ideas that may be used in the park plan.
9. Chris Hines discussed snow removal in the village. Jacque and Harley will meet with Chris and determine what sort of a budget is needed.
No other action taken by the Board, a motion was made by John M, 2nd by Colleen, to adjourn the meeting, all in favor, meeting adjourned.
Cindy Fayerweather Clerk/Treasurer