Wells Township, Rice County, MN.

February 13, 2023

Wells Township Board Meeting Minutes – February 3, 2023

Rich Cap called the meeting to order at 7:00 PM. Members present were Rich Cap, Colin Johnson, Brandon Miller and Paula Johnson. Jeff LaCanne joined the meeting shortly. Also present were Jon Winjum and  Brian Youngberg.

January minutes were read by Paula Johnson. Colin Johnson moved to approve them, Rich Cap seconded the motion and it passed.

Brandon Miller read the treasurers report for January. Colin Johnson moved to accept the report, Rich Cap seconded the motion and it passed.

The bills for the month were reviewed. Colin Johnson moved to approve the bills for payment, Rich Cap seconded and the motion passed.

Issues from the Floor:

  • Brian Youngberg stated that he thought the township website should be updated. He had difficulty understanding who to call and also wanted clarification of who was the road steward. A discussion of the website followed.
  • Youngberg then mentioned snow being thrown into his driveway on Wells Lake Court by snowplows. He claimed his mailbox was hit by a snowplow on Dec. 14. Jon Winjum of Raw Construction was present and said he would have it fixed, using a regulation mailbox. A discussion of mailbox types followed. Mr. Winjum offered to send the specs for regulation mailboxes.

 

 

 

Old Business:

      The progress on the paneling of the town hall is ongoing. Redoing the women’s bathroom was discussed. (the substitute clerk thought it was a good idea)

New Business:

     Reasons for buying new computers for the clerk and treasurer were discussed. Jeff LaCanne moved to buy 2 new computers and Colin Johnson seconded the motion. The motion passed.

Road Issues:

     There was discussion of a permit to work within the right of way for Century Link. It was approved.

 

Jeff LaCanne moved to adjourn, Rich Cap seconded, and it passed.

The next meeting will be Monday, March 13, 2023 at 7:00. The Annual Meeting will be Tuesday, March 14, 2023.

Paula Johnson, substitute clerk