August 2026 Minutes

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TOWN OF ALMA BOARD MEETING MINUTES

August 19, 2026

Board members present: All members present.

Member absent:

Meeting called to order by Chairman Flick at 7:00 PM.

Minutes from July 22, 2026, were read into the record. Motion by Tom Gearing, second by Matt Murray to approve the minutes as read. Motion carried.

Treasurer’s report:  Current balance $170,136.70 less $3,600 reserved for equipment, 5,450 building reserve for a cash on hand balance of $161,086.76   Motion by Murray, second by Gearing to approve report.  Motion carried.

Motion by Gearing, second by Murray to authorize payments for the month. Motion carried.

Citizen comments: Bill Laurent commented on research being done by Jackson County on Data centers. They have established a 180-day timeline to review impacts and draft ordinances to address concerns. Tim Gile shared what information he had regarding mining operation. He also requested cost sharing on work being done to County Line Rd east of Elker Rd.

  1. Road work update: E Snow Creek Rd-Struck & Irwin will be here on August 24th to begin work. Jeffrey Rd project-Geo grid on site and project will start August 31st. Bridge funding approved on Sand Rd bridge. Kevin Kamrowski is working with Brian to coordinate the project.  Dunlap Rd ARIP project may be bid late fall of 2026 or early spring of 2027. East Moore Rd project-not sure if they will get to this fall.
  2. Junk ordinance- Mark Radcliffe requested an extension in getting follow-up letters sent out.
  3. Discussion on building remodeling- We will get pricing on replacement windows large enough to accommodate a window air conditioner. Will work on painting walls as time allows. Clerk will order 12 new chairs for the hall. Discussed delaying flooring replacement to 2027.
  4. Brian shared the information he had on the Mentor/Alma mine site. Tim Gile, Mentor chairman shared what he knew. We have shared contact information with Mark Radcliffe, and he will reach out to them.
  5. Next meeting is scheduled for September 16, 2026.

Motion by Gearing, second by Murray to adjourn. Adjourned at 8:48 PM.

Don Forsting, Clerk

*Minutes are not official until read and approved at the next monthly meeting.