The Raymond Town Board met in a regular meeting with all members present including Eric Mehlberg, Gale Filipek and Bill Noethlich. Also present David Lewis, Larry Brannan, Darrin Leetch and Carrie Reis.
The meeting was called to order by Mehlberg. The minutes and financial reports were read and approved with a motion by Filipek and seconded by Noethlich. Claims: NW Energy 586.22; Cook's 479.76; Darrin Leetch 377.88; Carrie Reis 454.84; Clark County Courier 21.64; Elan Financial 28.63, mower gas; DANR 2,359.48, sewer loan payment; IRS 808.83, quarterly withholding; Dakota Portable Toilets 125.00; ITC 37.99, lift station; Ace Hardwire 9.99, spray paint.
Davis Lewis presented a messaging alert system called Code Red. This system can send out alerts for weather, bill reminders, events, amber alerts, etc. It will begin January 2027. The ity will get more information on how to sign up and costs involved. No action needed at this time.
Eric Mehlberg, currently Town Board President, presented Larry Brannan a plaque for his 24 years of service on the Raymond Town Board. Larry's dedication to the town did not go unnoticed and was very much appreciated.
Discussion was held on tree planting grants. Kyle Reeves from Clark County Conservation District provided some material to the board outlining a grant opportunity for 2028. No action needed at this time.
The Raymond Fire Department has requested a temporary liquor license for the Grand Opening of the restroom at the park and a brunch fundraiser to be held October 17, 2026. Mehlberg made a motion to approve with Noethlich seconding. All in favor.
Discussions were held on the dump ground, gravel, lagoon, blading, property maintenance, cleaning the firehall/park restroom, hay bales too close to the streets and delinquent accounts.
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned with a motion by Melhberg and seconded by Noethlich.
The next regular meeting will be Monday, November 2, 2026 at 7:00 p.m.
Carrie Reis
Finance Officer
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10-14-26