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    The document summarizes the minutes from the January 3, 2005 Bridgewater Township Board meeting. Key discussion points included: - Approving prior meeting minutes and the treasurer's report which listed a bank balance of $47,460.69. - Reviewing claims and deposits since the last meeting and paying allowed claims. - Discussing road issues like grading methods and material usage. - Noting an upcoming meeting on the Rice County transportation planning process. - Reviewing joint resolutions with Dundas on annexation. - Newly elected Dundas Mayor Glen Switzer speaking to the board about emphasizing communication and connecting city neighborhoods.

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    The document summarizes the minutes from the January 3, 2005 Bridgewater Township Board meeting. Key discussion points included: - Approving prior meeting minutes and the treasurer's report which listed a bank balance of $47,460.69. - Reviewing claims and deposits since the last meeting and paying allowed claims. - Discussing road issues like grading methods and material usage. - Noting an upcoming meeting on the Rice County transportation planning process. - Reviewing joint resolutions with Dundas on annexation. - Newly elected Dundas Mayor Glen Switzer speaking to the board about emphasizing communication and connecting city neighborhoods.

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    The document summarizes the minutes from the January 3, 2005 Bridgewater Township Board meeting. Key discussion points included: - Approving prior meeting minutes and the treasurer's report which listed a bank balance of $47,460.69. - Reviewing claims and deposits since the last meeting and paying allowed claims. - Discussing road issues like grading methods and material usage. - Noting an upcoming meeting on the Rice County transportation planning process. - Reviewing joint resolutions with Dundas on annexation. - Newly elected Dundas Mayor Glen Switzer speaking to the board about emphasizing communication and connecting city neighborhoods.

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    MINUTES

    BRIDGEWATER TOWNSHIP BOARD MEETING

    January 3, 2005 – 7:00 PM


    Bridgewater Town Hall
    500 Railway Street South, Dundas, MN 55019

    Purpose of Meeting:
    ƒ Review issue, project, task, action item, and financial status of Bridgewater Township for the
    month of December, 2004; and plan for the month of January, 2005.
    ƒ Review correspondence and claims received since the last Board Meeting; those claims that
    are allowed will be paid.
    ƒ During the meeting, the Board of Supervisors welcomes comments by residents at
    appropriate times.

    A Call to Order, Roll-call of Town Officers, and Introduction of Guests Ebling


    Town Chair Gary Ebling called the meeting to order at 7:05 PM. All
    Town Officers were present; they are listed in the Reference at the end of
    these Minutes.

    B Flag Pledge Ebling


    Ebling invited all present to stand and pledge allegiance to the flag of the
    United States of America.

    C Approval of Agenda Ebling


    The Agenda was approved as submitted. Motion by Liebenstein, second
    by Knecht, motion passed unanimously.

    D Approval of Minutes from December 3, 2004 Town Board Meetings Piper


    The Minutes from the December 3, 2004 were approved as submitted with
    the correction of the spelling of Mr. Kleese’s first name (Greg). Ebling
    invited all present to stand and pledge allegiance to the flag of the United
    States of America. Motion by Liebenstein, second by Knecht, motion
    passed unanimously.

    E Approval of Treasurer’s Report Finger


    The Treasurer reported that the Township checking account balance as of
    December 31, 2004 was $47,460.69. The report was accepted by the
    Town Board. Motion by Liebenstein, second by Knecht, motion passed
    unanimously.

    The Board decided to not redefine the accounting categorization and sub-
    categorization in the Treasurer’s report.

    The Board did not schedule quarterly reviews for 2005. This item is an
    agenda item for the February, 2005 of the Bridgewater Town Board.

    Minutes for Bridgewater Town Board Meeting, January 3, 2005


    Page 1 of 5
    The Board authorized the Treasurer to purchase a new laptop computer,
    provided the cost does not exceed $1,500.00. Motion by Knecht, second
    by Ebling, motion passed unanimously.

    The Treasurer reported that 3 cell phones were purchased by the


    Township for Dennis Brown, David Swartwoudt, and Mike Brown.

    Definition of 2005 Budget and Annual Audit


    In response to the Treasurer’s question as to when the 2005 Budget for the
    Township will be defined, the Board decided that the Budget will be
    defined by the Town Board during the February meeting of the Town
    Board and the Annual Audit will be performed 1 hour before that meeting.
    These items are Agenda Items for the February Meeting of the Town
    Board and the posting of the Audit is an assigned task for the Clerk.

    Annual Town Elections


    Although not specifically a part of the Treasurer’s Report, it was noted
    that the Annual Town Elections will be held on March 8, 2004 and that
    filings for 1 Supervisor position and for Treasurer will close on January
    11, 2004. It is an assigned task for the Clerk to publish and post a notice of
    the Town Election and Annual Town Meeting, and to arrange for Election
    Judges.

    F Review of Claims/Deposits Received Piper


    Claims received since the December, 2004 meeting of the Town Board
    were reviewed. Those allowed were paid. Deposits received since the
    December, 2004 meeting of the Town Board were noted. These claims and
    deposits are listed in the Official Town File, 2004 in the December, 2004
    Treasurer’s Report.

    G Review of Correspondence Received and Generated Piper

    Resolution 2004-44 Joint Resolution of Bridgewater Township and the


    City of Dundas Approving Annexation of Land by College City Homes,
    Inc.

    Letter from Municipal Boundary Adjustments, December 22, 2004:

    ƒ OA-1086-1 Dundas/Bridgewater Township (Joint Resolution


    No. 2004-35; Paulson/Rock Properties: 86.80 acres)
    ƒ OA-1086-2 Dundas/Bridgewater Township (Joint Resolution
    No. 2004-44; College City Homes, Ind. Property; 42 acres)

    Letter from the City of Dundas, December 28, 2004:

    ƒ Joint Resolution 2004-51 re Harold and Norma Paulson land


    ƒ Joint Resolution 2004-52 re DeMann land
    ƒ Joint Resolution 2004-53 re moratorium on annexation
    ƒ Joint Resolution 2004-49 re meeting date of Dundas Planning
    Commission

    These items are on file in the Town files under Annexation, Dundas, 2004.

    Minutes for Bridgewater Town Board Meeting, January 3, 2005


    Page 2 of 5
    H Old Business/Action Items Supervisors

    H.1 Grader Purchase and Sale: Final Status Brown


    Mr. Dennis Brown reported that the new grader had been received and
    paid.

    In recognition of Myron Malecha’s lead for the sale of the former grader,
    the Town Board decided to award a $50.00 gift certificate.

    H.2 Road Issues Ebling


    The Board discussed alternate methods of grading, the use of gravel and
    rock, and the use of a dust guard spray-on. Ebling will pursue these issues.
    It is possible that a Special Meeting will be held relative to these subjects.

    H.3 Dundas Planning Commission Update Liebenstein


    No report was given on the activities of the Dundas Planning Commission.

    I New Business Supervisors

    I.1 Rice County Transportation Planning Process Ebling


    It was noted that an Open House Meeting on January 19, 2005 at the
    Bridgewater Town Hall at 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM with consultant that is
    assisting the Rice County Highway Department in the preparation of a
    Rice County Highway Plan. Ebling noted that he will visit Northfield
    Township on January 11, 2005 (7:30 PM) to review the process by
    which the Rice County Highway Transportation is being prepared and
    will be approved. A report from that meeting is an Agenda item for the
    February meeting of the Town Board. Ebling encouraged Dundas
    Mayor-elect Switzer to attend the January 11, 2005 meeting.

    Ebling expressed concerns that the Plan in its present form does not
    provide enough money for needed road projects in northern Rice County.

    Knecht observed that coalition planning should be done by townships


    and cities towards the objective of seeking a consensus with the Rice
    County Board of Commissioners.

    Ebling gave a report on the Dundas/Bridgewater Bolten-Menk Meeting


    December 10, 2004. That report is attached to these minutes.

    It was suggested that the Dakota County Transportation Plan be


    consulted for ideas.

    I.2 Status of Bridgewater/Dundas Joint Resolutions regarding Annexation: Ebling


    The Resolutions listed below are on file in the Town Files under
    Annexation, Dundas, 2004:

    ƒ Resolution 2004-51 A Joint Resolution of Bridgewater


    Township & the City of Dundas Approving Annexation of Land
    by Harold & Norma Paulson
    Minutes for Bridgewater Town Board Meeting, January 3, 2005
    Page 3 of 5
    ƒ Resolution 2004-52 A Joint Resolution of Bridgewater
    Township & the City of Dundas Approving Annexation of Land
    by the DeMann family
    ƒ Resolution 2004-53 Approving Moratorium on Annexation for
    Residential Purposes
    ƒ Resolution 2004-49 Setting the Meeting Date of the Dundas
    Planning Commission
    ƒ Resolution 2004-53 Resolution Approving Moratorium on
    Annexation for Residential Purposes

    I.3 Glen Switzer, Mayor Elect, City of Dundas Ebling


    Mr. Switzer spoke to the Town Board. He thanked the Town Board for
    the invitation; in response, the Town Board congratulated him on his
    election.

    Switzer said that he will emphasize positive communication. He said that


    he will encourage the city staff to work together, although he will not
    micromanage. He said that he is considering a survey to involve
    expectations of the citizens of Dundas in city planning and management.
    Switzer plans active communication with surrounding municipalities and
    Townships.

    As a part of retaining the rural character of Dundas, Switzer wants to


    connect city neighborhoods with trails. Notwithstanding, he recognizes
    that 40 miles form a large city is “not that far.” Rail lines, such as the
    Dan Patch line, could open commuting possibilities. In 40 to 100 years,
    Dundas and Northfield could be in the center of a greater metropolitan
    area. The growth that happens here should be “smart growth,” protecting
    our wild and scenic river and the wild life that live here. Smart growth is
    also balanced growth. As to businesses, Switzer would like to see a
    significant amount of small businesses in town, keeping local dollars in
    Dundas.

    I.4 Planning and Zoning Ebling


    It was noted that the recent zoning activities re the Interstate 35/County
    46 (bounded by Minnesota 19 and County 1) will make it difficult to
    resolve the Rice County Urban Reserve District and the Transfer of
    Development Rights issues. The role of Bridgewater Township relative
    to these issues is yet to be defined.

    I.5 St. Olaf CUP for Wind Turbine Ebling


    As to this issue, Ebling noted that he will speak with the City of
    Northfield re dedication of road right-of-way for future connection to the
    hospital and realignment of Dakota County 23.

    I.6 Town Election Piper

    ƒ Filing for Public Office: December 28, 2004 at 8:00 AM until


    January 11, 2004 at 5:00 PM. Interested parties contact the
    Clerk, Mike Piper at 507-645-9295
    ƒ Present filings are Gary Ebling for Supervisor and Le Ann
    Finger for Treasurer.

    Minutes for Bridgewater Town Board Meeting, January 3, 2005


    Page 4 of 5
    I.7 Town Hall Rental Policy Ebling
    The Township will consider giving the Rice County Gas and Steam
    Organization the use of a key to the Town Hall if that organization
    procures sufficient insurance to cover potential damages. The Clerk
    expressed concerns regarding this issue: much that is on file in the Town
    Hall is vital government data and would not be replaceable at any cost.
    The Supervisors agreed to continue considering the matter.

    J Future Meetings Clerk

    J.1 Filings for Township elections close at the Office of the Clerk on January
    11, 2004 at 5:00 PM.

    J.2 Ebling noted that he will visit Northfield Township on January 11, 2005
    (7:30 PM) to review the process by which the Rice County Highway
    Transportation is being prepared and will be approved.
    J.3 Rice County EMS Provider Council on January 12, 2004 at 7:00 PM
    The Clerk will attend this meeting.

    J.4 Rice County Transportation Plan Open House at Bridgewater Town Hall
    on January 19, 2005 from 6:00 to 8:00 PM (Hall to be opened at 5:00 PM
    for set-up)

    J.5 February Meeting of the Town Board at the Bridgewater Town Hall

    K Motion to Adjourn Supervisors

    Reference:
    Town Officers: Supervisor and Town Board Chair Gary Ebling, Treasurer Le Ann Finger,
    Supervisor Leif Knecht, Supervisor Paul Liebenstein, and Clerk Mike Piper.

    Respectfully submitted, Approved:


    Gary Ebling

    C. Michael Piper
    Town Clerk Supervisor, Town Board Chair

    Minutes for Bridgewater Town Board Meeting, January 3, 2005


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