The meeting was called to order at 7:00 pm.
Board members present: Supervisors Reini, Varichak, Lucas, Clerk Schanche, Deputy Clerk Sandys, Treasurer Samsa.
The minutes of the December meeting were read and approved.
Treasurers Report
The Treasurer’s Report was approved as read with motion by Varichak, second by Reini, motion carried.
Fire Report
There 3 fire calls and 7 EMS calls in December.
There were 20 fire calls and 56 EMS calls in 2024.
There are currently 17 firefighters and 11 EMS members on staff.
Roads
The speed study for McCarthy Beach Road has been submitted to the County Traffic Engineer. The study will be completed within 2 years.
The radar speed signs will be relocated as requested.
Recreation Report
Brian from Paul Bunyan has stated that they will donate $10,000 towards the development of the pickleball court. The pickleball group stated the project will cost $120,000.
Jim is working on the IRRRB grant application and the MNDNR grant application. Jim will look into obtaining a grant writer for assistance.
Old Business
There was discussion regarding the pickleball project, 2 new courts, re-surfacing existing court, tables, benches. No action taken.
Additional information will be obtained regarding the Paul Bunyan sponsorship of the project with a possible vote at the January meeting.
New Business
Marie Erickson has received a letter from Lake Country Power to allow flags to be installed on the power poles along Highway 5. AMVETS Post 12 will donate the flags.
The correspondence was read.
Motion by Varichak, second by Reini to approve the bills, motion carried.
Motion by Reini, second by Varichak to adjourn at 7:47, motion carried.