Call to Order: The Annual meeting was called to order at 8:00 PM by Christine Gagne, Township Clerk/Treasurer. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.
Election of Moderator: The Clerk called for nominations. Alan Roering nominated John Young. With no additional nominations, a vote was held. All were in favor; motion passed. John Young accepted the role of Moderator and presented the meeting agenda.
Approval of Minutes from March 12, 2024 Annual Meeting: John Young reviewed the minutes. A correction was noted in the ‘Budget and Levy Report,’ amending the year from 2023 to 2025. Joe Kemper moved to approve the amended minutes, seconded by Mike Rohe. All in favor; motion carried.
Financial Report: Dennis Bacon presented the 2024 financial report, confirming the accounts were in good order. The following summary was provided:
Fund Beginning Balance Receipts Disbursements End Balance
General Fund $48,995 $42,171 $29,962 $58,902
Road & Bridge $171,233 $216,286 $239,664 $141,443
Fire Protection $4,508 $30,732 $33,406 $1,834
Total $224,736 $289,189 $303,032 $202,179
Investments Sale of Investments Purchase of Investments Investment Balance
General Fund $65,476 $67,779 $98,272
Road & Bridge $161,950 $168,362 $214,838
Total $227,426 $236,141 $313,109
Set Time and Date of Next Annual Meeting: The 2026 Annual Meeting was scheduled for March 10, 2026, at 8:00 PM at Grey Eagle Township Hall.
Township Projects: John Young discussed the recently completed tar project, noting that bids were lower than anticipated, enabling expansion to 130th Street. This decision leveraged current cost savings while staying within budget.
Set Budget and Levy for 2026: John Young reviewed the 2025 levy and proposed 2026 amounts, recommending increases to the Fire Fund for rising costs and the Road & Bridge Fund for road maintenance. The following motions were made:
– Lloyd Blommel moved to maintain the General Fund at $34,000, seconded by Kurt Koopmeiners. All in favor; motion carried.
– Joe Kemper moved to increase the Fire Fund to $34,000, seconded by Lloyd Blommel. All in favor; motion carried.
– Lloyd Blommel moved to increase the Road & Bridge Fund to $215,000, seconded by Kurt Koopmeiners. All in favor; motion carried.
The 2026 levy was set at $283,000.
Public Comment: Attendees inquired about the dust control policy. John Young briefly summarized that most intersections are treated due to washboard effects, some roads face washout issues, and a half-rate cost-share is offered for residences. The policy remains unchanged from last year, with potential revisions to be discussed at the next monthly meeting.
Adjournment: Alan Roering moved to adjourn, seconded by Bob Gagne. Motion carried. The meeting adjourned at 8:27 PM.
Minutes pending approval as of March 11,2025.
Submitted by: Christine Gagne, Township Clerk/Treasurer, Grey Eagle Township
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