The regular meeting of the Board of the Town of Arland was called to order by Chairman, Maynard Hoff, at 6:00 PM with all board members present.
Minutes of the previous meeting were presented by Clerk Fall. Discussion followed. Motion to approve was made by Brad Wolf, second by Chuck Richards. Motion carried.
Treasurer Nelson presented a financial update. She noted a checking balance as of July 31, 2024 of $126,535.99. CDs as follows: $263,881.57 – due August 12, 2024, $250,000 due on October 13, 2024, $250,000 due June 17, 2025. Discussion followed regarding the maturing CD. Board considered the renewal for 15 months @ 4.40%. Motion was made by Maynard Hoff, second by Brad Wolf to approve the report and renew the CD due on 8-12-2024 for 15 months. Motion carried.
Highway report: Ascendence representative (formerly Mid-State) Rob Standeven was present to review the complete package proposal for purchase of a new International Truck. Discussion followed. Motion was made by Chuck Richards second by Brad Wolf to authorize Chairman Hoff to sign the purchase agreement. Motion carried. The estimated delivery of the chassis is May-June 2025.
Land surveying on Town property discussion. Motion to approve signature of Chairman made by Brad Wolf, second by Chuck Richards. Motion carried. Per this survey, the Board agreed to exchange land with Vaughn DeRosier.
Bills were presented for review. Discussion followed on the Synergy Prepay contract. Motion by Brad Wolf was made to approve all bills for payment and complete the prepay contract, with a second by Chuck Richards. Motion carried.
Board members signed the 2025 Emergency Government Plan.
Phil discussed the blacktopping work being done around the Hall and Shop parking lots. He also noted that he had completed the cement/block work around the flagpole.
Next meeting was set for Thursday, September 12, 2024 at 7:00 PM.
No Public Comment
No Family House report.
Motion to adjourn by Brad Wolf, second by Chuck Richards. Motion carried.
Pamela Y Fall, Clerk