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 to approve was made by Chuck Richards, second by Brad Wolf. Motion carried.
Treasurer Nelson presented the financial update. She noted a current balance in the general checking account of $279,3371.93. She also noted the balances in the 2 CDs, totaling approximately $600,000. Motion to accept the report was made by Brad Wolf, second by Maynard Hoff. Motion carried.
Clerk Fall reviewed the financial position of the Town. Discussion followed regarding the investment of funds into a new CD before the end of the year.Clerk Fall and Treasurer Nelson will be responsible to complete the appropriate investment. Motion to authorize up to $150k into 15 month CD was made by Maynard Hoff, seconf by Brad Wolf. Motion carried.
Phil Hoff gave an update on highway maintenance and equipment servicing needs. Board was requested to allow Keagan Hoff..Phil’s son, to accompany him in the truck during maintenance work, snow plowing or other work. Motion made by Brad Wolf, second by Chuck Richards to authorize this. Motion carried.
Board discussed the zoning matter. Clerk will get further information regarding the cost of placing a potential non-binding referendum on a future election ballot.
Tamarack Assessment Contract was presented for consideration an approval. Motion to approve was made by Chuck Richards, second by Brad Wolf. Motion carried.
The Board heard the request from the Tainter Trap Club regarding their request to purchase a liquor license. After lengthy discussion, Board considered a modification of their request. Motion by Maynard Hoff, second by Brad Wolf to allow no more than 3 picnic (beer and wine) licenses per calendar year. Motion carried. Their request for the permanent license was denied.
Resolution 2025-1 to Authorize No Less Than 3 Election Workers on a given election day. Motion to approve Resolution 2025-1 was made by Chuck Richards, second by Brad Wolf. Motion carried.
Next meeting date was set for Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 5:30 PM
No Public Comment
No correspondence
Motion to adjourn made by Brad Wolf, second by Chuck Richards. Motion carried,
Pamela Y Fall, Clerk