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The Minden Town Board meeting was held starting at 5:30 p.m. on Wednesday, June 3, 2020, at 1602 Esmeralda Ave, Minden, Nevada. Board Members present: Matt Bernard, Roxanne Stangle, John Stephans, Bill Driscoll and Susie Jackson. Staff present: Ryan Russell, JD Frisby, Jeff Cady, Seth Altamirano and Rachel Hamer. Chairman Stephans called the meeting to order at 5:30 p.m. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Bill Driscoll. PUBLIC COMMENT: Mr. Hellwinkel gave public comments regarding the fence surrounding the parking lot around the County Administration building. Mr. Turner gave public comments on 5G and Covid-19. His continued comments revolved around vaccines. Mr. Pohlman gave public comment on McDonalds and agreed with Staff’s recommendation. APPROVAL OF AGENDA: Stangle/Driscoll moved to approve the June 3, 2020 Agenda. Motion carries unanimously. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: Jackson/Bernard moved and seconded approval of the May 6, 2020 Board Meeting Minutes. Motion carried unanimously. EMPLOYEE AWARDS: Mr. Alex Brown received his 5 years of service award. ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF GIFTS: Mr. Frisby relayed that Roxanne Stangle donated aprons and centennial wine glasses. BOARD MEMBER REPORTS: Mr. Driscoll gave an update on the Carson Valley Chamber. Ms. Stangle relayed that the Farmer’s Markets are going well, but hoping that some of the rules will relax in a couple weeks. CONSENT AGENDA: 1. Approval of the May 2020 financial report including claims paid April 24, 2020 through May 21, 2020 for Fiscal Year 19/20. 2. Approval of the policy renewal from Nevada Public Agency Insurance Pool (POOL) and authorization of payment to POOL in the amount of fifty eight thousand seven hundred and eighty one and sixty one cents ($58,781.61) for Fiscal Year 2020-2021. Bernard/Driscoll moved and seconded approval of the Consent Agenda. Motion carries unanimously. ADMINISTRATIVE AGENDA: 1. For possible action: Discussion and possible action to recommend to Douglas County approval, approval with conditions, continue or denial of Development Application DP 20-0022, a Major Design Review Application to construct a proposed ---PAGE BREAK--- Minden Town Board Minutes June 3, 2020 Page 2 of 3 McDonald’s located at the intersection of US Hwy 395 and SR 88 in Minden, APN 1320-30-601-010. Appearance by Kevin McAuley, Construction Manager, Walnut Creek Development Team. Mr. Bernard disclosed that he did work on a portion of the mapping on the project, but not for or on the development, but did not feel that it would preclude him from voting on the item. Mr. McAuley gave a brief description of the project and offered to answer any questions the Board may have. Mr. Driscoll asked what the plan was for the existing property. Mr. McAuley relayed that it would be put on the market. Mr. Driscoll also commented on the appearance of what the proposal is and expressed disappointment. Mr. Bernard gave comments regarding the appearance and the criteria that they have to fit in with the Nevada Northwest Specific Plan. He also expressed agreement with the conditions that Staff is requesting. Ms. Stangle, Mrs. Jackson, and Mr. Stephans concurred with Staff’s assessment. After thoughtful and intelligent deliberation Stangle/Jackson moved and seconded approval recommendation to Douglas County approval with conditions of Development Application DP 20-0022, a Major Design Review Application to construct a proposed McDonald’s located at the intersection of US Hwy 395 and SR 88 in Minden, APN 1320-30-601-010 subject to Staff’s conditions as presented in the background materials. Motion carries unanimously. 2. For possible action: Discussion and possible action to direct staff in relation to Staff Reports. Discussion shall include a Staff Report on the activities, progress on or status of assigned tasks and projects, or general information regarding operations and projects related to trash, retail and wholesale water service, and other functions of the Town of Minden. Appearance by Jeff Cady, Public Works Superintendent, Seth Altamirano, Town Accountant and JD Frisby, Town Manager. Mr. Frisby gave updates on several items and asked the Board for direction on several items. Mr. Stephans brought up the concerns around 4th of July and how social distancing will fit in with the activities. Mr. Driscoll relayed that he would like to see the splash pad open. Mr. Driscoll didn’t have strong feelings for the 4th of July. Mr. Bernard expressed a wish to have the splash pad on and expressed his understanding with the restrictions on the 4th of July. ---PAGE BREAK--- Minden Town Board Minutes June 3, 2020 Page 3 of 3 Mrs. Jackson expressed that she would love to do something in September instead if we can’t do the 4th of July. She expressed a desire to open up the Splash Pad. Ms. Stangle relayed that the 4th of July Celebration could be postponed and wished to see the splash pad opened up. The Board discussion was to postpone the event and bring back ideas for a September event, in hope that larger groups could attend events at that time. Mr. Altamirano gave an update to the Board regarding the financial state of the Town. He explained that there will be a transfer for $223,659.00 done in the Wholesale water fund that are part of the Wholesale agreement. This is to move higher than anticipated funds that were received, from operating to treatment reserves. PUBLIC COMMENT: Mr. Turner continued his comments on 5G towers, globalists, and COVID-19. Mr. Brissenden thanked the Staff for all their hard work. ADJOURNMENT: Mr. Bernard moved to adjourn the meeting at 6:07pm.