The regular meeting of the Board of the Town of Arland was called to order by Chairman Maynard Hoff, with all board members present.
Clerk Fall presented the minutes of the previous meeting. Motion made to approve by Chuck Richards, second by Brad Wolf. Motion carried.
Treasurer Nelson presented the financial update. She noted a current balance in the general checking of $179,629.01. CDs as follows: $261,032.67 (maturity 10/13/2024) $250,000.00 (maturity 6/17/2025) $263,881.57 (maturity 11/12/2025). Discussion on renewal of the CD due 10/13/24 – recommendation from the board was to renew at best term and rate. Motion to accept the report and renewal recommendation by Brad Wolf, second by Chuck Richards. Motion carried.
Highway report was given by Phil Hoff. Phil gave an update on ball field renovation, poles and lime. There was a good working crew…motion was made by Brad Wolf second by Chuck Richards to authorize purchasing 2 loads of lime from Wirth Excavating for the field. Motion carried. Also discussed need for maintenance on pickup. Phil has ordered replacement road signs.
Duanna Brenner from the Family House was present to discuss a new proposal from the Salvation Army regarding the work being done at the FH. Demolition is scheduled to begin soon on the big building, while the smaller one is ready for use. New proposal may include placement of Tiny Houses. Board offered their suggestions on this plan, noting the cold weather, maintaining the snow/yard clearing and lack of bathroom facilities in the small houses. Ms Brenner was appreciative of the Board’s concerns and would offer them to the SA leadership. She will continue to update the Board.
Bills were presented for consideration and review. Motion to approve all for payment made by Brad Wolf, second by Chuck Richards. Motion carried.
Next meetings will be: Regular meeting – Tuesday, Nov 12th at 6:00 PM, budget hearing at 7:00 PM, (or immediately following the regular meeting). Special Meeting – following the adjournment of the Budget Hearing.
Chuck Richards discussed pest control. Discussion followed. Motion by Chuck to approve cancelling contract with Plunketts and to begin new contract with BG/Dallas – Brandon Guthrie, seconss by Brad Wolf. Motion carried. Clerk with notify Plunketts.
Jodene presented the 2025 proposed tax letter.
Motion to adjourn by Brad Wolf, second by Chuck Richards. Motion carried.
Pamela Y Fall, Clerk