The regular meeting of the Board of the town of Arland was called to order by Chairman, Maynard Hoff, with all board members pres. Clerk Fall presented minutes of the December 2018 meeting, followed by a motion to approve by Brad Wolf, second by Robert Nelson. Motion carried.
Treasurer, Jodene Nelson presented a financial update, showing an end of year general checking balance at $6,768.80 and all CD Balances. Motion was made by Brad Wolf, and second by Robert Nelson to accept as presented. Motion carried.
Sharon Masek gave the update from Superior Silica Sanfs, noting layoffs and operation slowdown.
Board discussed work to be done in 2019. Motion was made by Robert Nelson to contact Barron County to begin work on 6 1/2 Ave from Cty Hwy F to Hay River, second by Maynard Hoff Motion carried.
No public comment given.
Bills were presented for payment. Motion to approve all for payment by Brad Wolf second by Robert Nelson. Motion carried.
Next meeting was set for February 4, 2019 at 7:0 PM. Board consensus was to cut back on the lunch provided.
Employment contract for Philip Hoff was reviewed for 2019. Discussion of his current contract followed. Motion was made by Robert Nelson, second by Brad Wolf to increase Phil’s hourly rate to $20.00/hr, with all other benefits remaining the same as 2018. Motion carried.
Motion made by Brad Wolf, second by Robert Nelson to adjourn. Motion carried.
Pamela Y Fall, Clerk