Township Board Minutes
Official records of Kabetogama Township Board meetings
Minutes from board meetings are posted below. Click any entry to expand the full record.
August 12, 2026 Board MeetingAugust 12, 2026
Chairman L. Kec opened the meeting at 7:00 p.m. Board members present were Supervisors L. Warrington, T. Tomczak, Treasurer D. Callais and Clerk M Manninen, along with 2 guest all attending recited the Pledge of Allegiance.
Agenda – Agenda – The agenda for the August 12th, meeting was reviewed. Supervisor T. Tomczak moved to approve the agenda, seconded by Supervisor L. Warrington, all voting aye the motion carried.
Minutes – Minutes – The minutes for the July 15th, 2026 regular board meeting were reviewed, Supervisor T. Tomczak moved to approve the minutes as read, second by Supervisor L. Warrington, all voting aye motion carried.
Treasurer’s Report read by Treasurer D. Callais
Checking
Beg Bal July 1, 2026 – $259,646.33
Deposits – $114,061.48
Total Expenses – $68,509.79
End Bal. July 31, 2026 – $305,198.02
Road Fund – $46,897.06
Road CD – 24,564.86
Road Fund Bal – $71,461.92
Checking CD – $30,298.93
Pucks Point Subordinate Sewer District
Beg Bal July 1, 2026 – $60,335.05
Deposits – $0.00
Expenses – $8,984.88
End Bal July 31, 2026 – $51,350.17
Capitol Debt Reduction
Beg Bal July 1, 2026 – 8,575.49
Deposits – $0.00
Expenses – $7,820.00
End Bal July 31, 2026 – $756.49
South Shore Subordinate Sewer District
Beg Bal July 1, 2026 – $280.34
Deposits – $29,135.62
Expenses – $11,214.55
End Bal. July 31, 2026 – $18,201.41
State Point Subordinate Sewer District
June 2026 Beginning/End balance – $280.34
The Treasurer’s report was reviewed. The report was approved on a motion by Supervisor T. Tomczak, second by Supervisor L. Warrington, all voting aye motion carried.
Claims
Clerk M. Manninen read the list of claims.
Supervisor T. Tomczak moved to accept the claims and pay them in full, seconded by Supervisor L. Warrington, all voting aye motion carried.
Public Comment
Deputy Sheriff Ryan Stenson gave a report of incidents/calls from June/July.
Old Business
New Business
Chairman L. Kec received a letter from the Voyageur Country ATV group. They have requested a letter of support from the township to be sent with an application to the IRRRB for a grant to purchase essential trail maintenance and visitor support equipment. Supervisor T. Tomczak moved to approve the letter, seconded by Supervisor L. Warrington, all voting aye, motion carried. The board approved the date change for our September board meeting. This meeting will be changed from September 1st to September 9th. The meeting will still be held at the Town Hall at 7:00 pm. The new website is now up and running. The website is www.kabtownship.org.
New Business
Chairman L. Kec moved to adjourn the meeting, seconded by Supervisor T. Tomczak, all voting aye motion carried. The meeting was adjourned at 7:50p.m. Respectfully submitted, Mary Manninen, Clerk
Respectfully submitted, Mary Manninen, Clerk
July 15, 2026 Board MeetingJuly 15, 2026
Chairman L. Kec opened the meeting at 7:00 p.m. Board members present were Supervisors L. Warrington, T. Tomczak, Treasurer D. Callais and Clerk M Manninen, along with 1 guest all attending recited the Pledge of Allegiance.
Agenda – Agenda – The agenda for the July 15th , meeting was reviewed. Supervisor L. Warrington moved to approve the agenda, seconded by Supervisor T. Tomczak, all voting aye the motion carried.
Minutes – Minutes – The minutes for the June 2nd, 2026 regular board meeting were reviewed, Supervisor L. Warrington moved to approve the minutes as read, second by Supervisor T. Tomczak, all voting aye motion carried.
Treasurer’s Report read by Treasurer D. Callais
Checking
Beg Bal June 1, 2026 – $259,609.47
Deposits – $14,210.54
Total Expenses – $14,173.68
End Bal. June 30, 2026 – $259,646.33
Road Fund – $42,379.06
Road CD – 24,564.86
Road Fund Bal – $66,943.92
Checking CD – $30,298.93
Pucks Point Subordinate Sewer District
Beg Bal June 1, 2026 – $64,733.38
Deposits – $0.00
Expenses – $60,335.05
End Bal June 30, 2026 – $64,733.38
Capitol Debt Reduction
June 2026 Beginning/End balance – $8,575.49
South Shore Subordinate Sewer District
Beg Bal June 1, 2026 – $280.34
Deposits – $8,110.93
Expenses – $8,110.93
End Bal. June 30, 2026 – $280.34
State Point Subordinate Sewer District
June 2026 Beginning/End balance – $280.34
The Treasurer’s report was reviewed. The report was approved on a motion by Supervisor L. Warrington, second by Supervisor T. Tomczak, all voting aye motion carried.
Claims
Clerk M. Manninen read the list of claims.
Supervisor T. Tomczak moved to accept the claims and pay them in full, seconded by Supervisor L. Warrington, all voting aye motion carried.
Public Comment
None
New Business
None
New Business
Chairman L. Kec moved to adjourn the meeting, seconded by Supervisor L. Warrington, all voting aye motion carried. The meeting was adjourned at 7:41p.m.
Respectfully submitted, Mary Manninen, Clerk
June 2, 2026 Board MeetingJune 2, 2026
Chairman L. Kec opened the meeting at 7:00 p.m. Board members present were Supervisors L. Warrington, Treasurer D. Callais and Clerk M Manninen, along with 2 guests all attending recited the Pledge of Allegiance.
Agenda – Supervisor L. Warrington moved to approve the agenda, seconded by Chairman L. Kec, all voting aye the motion carried.
Minutes – The minutes for the May 5th., 2026 regular board meeting were reviewed, Supervisor L. Warrington moved to approve the minutes as read, second by Chairman L. Kec, all voting aye motion carried.
Treasurer’s Report read by Treasurer D. Callais
Checking
Beg Bal May 1, 2026 – $253,738.04
Deposits – $8,167.93
Total Expenses – $2,264.82
End Bal. May 31, 2026 – $259,641.15
Road Fund – $43,024.06
Road CD – $24,564.86
Road Fund Bal – $67,588.92
Checking CD – $30,298.93
Pucks Point Subordinate Sewer District
Beg Bal May 1, 2026 – $73,920.04
Deposits – $0.00
Expenses – $9,186.66
End Bal May 29, 2026 – $64,733.38
Capitol Debt Reduction
May 2026 Beginning/End balance – $8,575.49
South Shore Subordinate Sewer District
Beg Bal May 1, 2026 – $8,633.40
Deposits – $0.00
Expenses – $8,353.06
End Bal. May 31, 2026 – $280.34
State Point Subordinate Sewer District
May 2026 Beginning/End balance – $280.34
The Treasurer’s report was reviewed. The report was approved on a motion by Supervisor L. Warrington, second by Chairman L. Kec, all voting aye motion carried.
Claims
Clerk M. Manninen read the list of claims.
Supervisor L. Warrington moved to accept the claims and pay them in full, seconded by Supervisor L. Kec, all voting aye motion carried.
Public Comment
Ryan Stenson, Deputy Sheriff, SLC gave a report of calls in our area.
Old Business
Other – Tim Tomczak would like to continue as Supervisor. We will work out a meeting schedule with him for the next several months.
New Business
None
Chairman L. Kec moved to adjourn the meeting, seconded by Supervisor L. Warrington, all voting aye motion carried. The meeting was adjourned at 8:05 p.m.
Respectfully submitted, Mary Manninen, Clerk
May 5, 2026 Board MeetingMay 5, 2026
Chairman L. Kec opened the meeting at 7:00 p.m. Board members present were Supervisors L. Warrington, Treasurer D. Callais and Clerk M Manninen, along with 6 guests all attending recited the Pledge of Allegiance.
Agenda – The agenda for the May 5th. meeting was reviewed. Supervisor L. Warrington moved to approve the agenda, seconded by Chairman L. Kec, all voting aye the motion carried.
Minutes – The minutes for the April 7th., 2026 regular board meeting were reviewed, Supervisor L. Warrington moved to approve the minutes as read, second by Chairman L. Kec, all voting aye motion carried.
Minutes from the 2026 Reoganization meeting were approved on a motion by Supervisor L. Warrington, seconded by Chairman L. Kec, all voting aye, motion carried.
Treasurer’s Report read by Treasurer D. Callais
Checking
Beg Bal April 1, 2026 – $260,772.14
Deposits – $9,294.60
Total Expenses – $16,328.70
End Bal. April 30, 2026 – $252,901.29
Road Fund – $43,024.06
Road CD – 24,564.86
Road Fund Bal – $67,588.92
Checking CD – $30,298.93
Pucks Point Subordinate Sewer District
Beg Bal April 1, 2026 – $75,039.04
Deposits – $0.00
Expenses – $1,119.00
End Bal April 30, 2026 – $73,920.04
Capitol Debt Reduction
April 2026 Beginning/End balance – $8,575.49
South Shore Subordinate Sewer District
Beg Bal April 1, 2026 – $5,620.42
Deposits – $8,353.06
Expenses – $5,340.08
End Bal. April 30, 2026 – $8,633.40
State Point Subordinate Sewer District
April 2026 Beginning/End balance – $280.34
The Treasurer’s report was reviewed. The report was approved on a motion by Supervisor L. Warrington, second by Chairman L. Kec, all voting aye motion carried.
Claims
Clerk M. Manninen read the list of claims.
Supervisor L. Warrington moved to accept the claims and pay them in full, seconded by Supervisor L. Kec, all voting aye motion carried.
Public Comment
Ryan Stenson, Deputy Sheriff, SLC gave a report of calls in our area.
Brian Harmon, Kate Severson and Laura Bellasalma all from Voyageurs National Park gave information regarding past and present activities in the park
Recap of 2025
2025 Management Updates
Brian Harmon continues serving as Acting Superintendent following Bob DeGross’s retirement last May. Brian also leads the Natural and Cultural Resources divisions.
Officer Jeff Quam (Crane Lake) is serving as Acting Chief of Law Enforcement following Officer Josh Wentz accepting a position at another park.
Staffing updates:
One new law enforcement officer has joined the Kabetogama area
An additional officer is expected to join in May after completing training
50th Anniversary Successes
2025 marked the park’s 50th anniversary, celebrated through a series of well-attended events across multiple gateway communities.
Highlights included: Museum collection tour (April), Birthday celebration at Rainy Lake Visitor Center (June), Participation in local events such as Ranier Days, International Falls 4th of July, and Home for the Holidays
These events strengthened connections with local communities and visitors while highlighting the park’s history and significance.
Dark Sky Programming
Continued collaboration with local communities on dark sky initiatives, including mayoral proclamations.
Protecting dark skies supports both ecological health and visitor experiences. Astronomy tourism remains a strong driver of visitation to the park and surrounding communities.
Key events included:
Star Parties at Rainy Lake and Kabetogama Visitor Centers (August 2025). They’ll be September 11 & 12 this year.
Boreal Stargazing Week (February 2024 & 2025)
Looking Ahead: 2026
Construction and Facilities Projects
Kettle Falls Electrical Line Replacement
Replacement of approximately 13 miles of underwater high-voltage cable from Moose River to Kettle Falls. This project will replace the aging underwater high-voltage cable and transformer equipment serving the Kettle Falls district, originally installed in 1987. Key electrical components will be upgraded, and a new emergency backup generator will be installed to support critical operations. This historic hotel serves thousands of visitors annually. Upgrading the system will improve reliability and ensure continued operation.
Timeline & Visitor Impacts
Work expected to start this summer through fall 2026
Additional on-land work anticipated in 2027
Current work plan and schedule (SUBJECT TO CHANGES): from Wednesday, July 8 to Saturday, July 11 starting at 7:00 AM, the Kabetogama Boat Ramp will close half of the boat launch (the north side lane) for up to 4 days while the construction barges and tugboats are being assembled.
There is a chance of a 2-hour full boat launch closure when the crane will be loaded on the barge on July 10 or 11.
During the time of the lane closure from the night of July 7 to the 11, boats will be allowed to park overnight at the park’s south boat slips.
Temporary slow zones for boat traffic will be established on the lake.
Once these dates and times arefinalized, they will be shared via a press release, a Facebook post, and an alert on the park website.
We recognize and apologize for the immense inconvenience this will cause. We appreciate the community’s patience as we complete this important infrastructure improvement project.
Rainy Lake & Ash River Infrastructure Work
At Rainy Lake and Ash River Infrastructure improvements for roads, parking lots, and ADA walkways are anticipated to begin in either 2026 or 2027
Visitors may experience temporary closures and traffic delays during those times.
Once these dates and times arefinalized, they will be shared via a press release, a Facebook post, and an alert on the park website.
Note: Kabetogama and Crane Lake Visitor Centers will not be impacted
New Campsite
This coming summer we are happy to be opening a new group site on Namakan called Convergence N73. It has hardpacked paths and was designed to be accessible – wheelchair friendly. It is the park’s third group campsite. It has a comfort station, eight tent pads, eight food storage lockers, four picnic tables, and a fire ring. It has already been almost fully reserved on rec.gov throughout this summer.
Ongoing Work
This coming year, the Kabetogama maintenance team will continue many of their routine but important projects:
Campsites cleaning
Working on the Kabetogama Jetty & Mooring Basin from the Flood Damage
Rehabilitating campsites in the Namakan District around Kabetogama, Namakan and Sand Point Lakes
Kettle Falls Concession Contract
The existing concession contract is expiring. Current operations will continue under the Oveson family for the 2026 season. Once the prospectus is finalized by the Washington-level departments, the park will announce it through a press release, a Facebook post, and on the website.
Natural Resource Management: Wetland Restoration
Ongoing multi-year effort to restore wetland ecosystems (acres treated)
Focus areas:
Removal of invasive hybrid cattails continues
FY26 treatment areas
Restoration of native plant communities, such as wild rice
Benefits:
Improved habitat for native fish, birds, and wildlife
Enhanced overall ecosystem and fisheries health
Increased Boat Tours
From Kabetogama, there will be two additional Ellsworth tours each week.
From Ash River, there will be two additional tours to I.W. Stevens and one additional Kettle Falls tour each week.
There continues to be strong demand for the park’s boat tours, which are frequently fully booked. Expanding the number of tours helps us better accommodate this demand and provides more visitors with the opportunity to experience our water based park’s natural beauty and historical sites.
Communications
If you need to contact park staff, please don’t hesitate to email us at
[email protected]
or call (218) 283-6600. You can also sign up for press release distribution list.
Old Business
New Business
The board received an email from Rachel Gregg, Bridge Engineer with St. Louis County regarding the dock and landing at Gappas Landing. The board’s opinion is to have SLC replace the dock and that the landing should be continually maintained by the DNR.
There will be a Joint Powers Board Meeting here at the Town Hall on June 16th.
Jim Amundson attended this meeting and has expressed interest in becoming a Supervisor. This will be discussed again at the June 2nd meeting.
Chairman L. Kec moved to adjourn the meeting, seconded by Supervisor L. Warrington, all voting aye motion carried. The meeting was adjourned at 8:05 p.m.
Respectfully submitted, Mary Manninen, Clerk
April 7, 2026 Board Meeting
4/29/2026
Kabetogama Township
Regular Meeting
April 7, 2026 Board MeetingApril 7, 2026
Chairman L. Kec opened the meeting at 7:00 p.m. Board members present were Supervisors L. Warrington, Treasurer D. Callais, Deputy Treasurer M. Tomczak and Clerk M Manninen, all attending recited the Pledge of Allegiance.
Agenda – The agenda for the April 7th. meeting was reviewed. Supervisor L. Warrington moved to approve the agenda, seconded by Chairman L. Kec, all voting aye the motion carried.
Minutes – The minutes for the March 3rd., 2026 regular board meeting were reviewed, Supervisor L. Warrington moved to approve the minutes as read, second by Chairman L. Kec, all voting aye motion carried.
Minutes from the 2026 Annual meeting were approved on a motion by Supervisor L. Warrington, seconded by Chairman L. Kec, all voting aye, motion carried.
Treasurer’s Report read by Treasurer D. Callais
Checking
Beg Bal March 1, 2026 – $276,218.84
Deposits – $5,415.24
Total Expenses – $20,861.94
End Bal. March 31, 2026 – $260,772.14
Road Fund – $43,224.06
Road CD – 24,564.86
Road Fund Bal – $67,788.92
Checking CD – $30,298.93
Pucks Point Subordinate Sewer District
Beg Bal March 1, 2026 – $86,224.37
Deposits – $0.00
Expenses – $11,185.33
End Bal March 31, 2026 – $75,039.04
Capitol Debt Reduction
Beg Bal March 1, 2026 – $8,575.49
Deposits – $0.00
End Balance March 31, 2026 – $8,575.49
South Shore Subordinate Sewer District
Beg Bal March 1, 2026 – $49,233.46
Deposits – $5,340.08
Expenses – $48,953.12
End Bal. March 31, 2026 – $5,620.42
State Point Subordinate Sewer District
March 2026 Beginning/End balance – $280.34
The Treasurer’s report was reviewed. The report was approved on a motion by Supervisor L. Warrington, second by Chairman L. Kec, all voting aye motion carried.
Claims
Clerk M. Manninen read the list of claims.
Supervisor L. Warrington moved to accept the claims and pay them in full, seconded by Supervisor L. Kec, all voting aye motion carried.
Public Comment
None
Old Business
New Business
The board reviewed a proposal from Small Town Tech in International Falls to provide;
Endpoint protection and remote management for both Clerk and Treasurer township computers
Microsoft Intune enrollment and device management for both Clerk and Treasurer computers
Windows 11 Pro upgrade for both Clerk and Treasurer computers
Microsoft 365 E3 for the Clerk and Treasurer computers, includes Mobile Application Management on personal phones for both
Exchange Online Plan 2 for the three Supervisors, Supervisors email access is web mail only
Keeper Security password management for the Clerk and Treasurer computers
Small Town Tech takes over management of both domains (kabtownship.org, and kabtownship.com) through GoDaddy. Kabtownship.org will be the primary domain for both email and the website.
Website replacement at kabtownshi.org
Clerk’s laptop: full reset, windows 11 pro upgrade, security enrollment, and cloud storage setup
Investigation of the tech support scam incident on Clerk’s laptop and the required incident report to MNIT under Minnesota Statute 16E.36
Cyber liability insurance to be established by the township within 90 days
Recurring fees: approximately $1,832.00 per year
One-time setup and licenses; approximately $4,460.00 to $4,580.00 (range reflects the incident investigation estimate)
Downpayment received on April 8, $2,500.00
This proposal from Small Town Tech was approved on a motion by Chairman L. Kec, seconded by Supervisor L. Warrington, all voting aye, motion carried.
Chairman L. Kec moved to adjourn the meeting, seconded by Supervisor L. Warrington, all voting aye motion carried. The meeting was adjourned at 7:30 p.m.
Respectfully submitted, Mary Manninen, Clerk
March 3, 2026 Board Meeting
3/4/2026
Kabetogama Township
Regular Meeting
March 3, 2026 Board MeetingMarch 3, 2026
Vice-Chairman T. Tomczak opened the meeting at 7:00 p.m. Board members present were Supervisors L. Warrington, Treasurer D. Callais, Deputy Treasurer M. Tomczak and Clerk M Manninen. Two guests were in attendance, John Stegmair and St. Louis County Sheriff’s Deputy Ryan Stenson, all attending recited the Pledge of Allegiance.
Agenda – The agenda for the March 3rd. meeting was reviewed. Supervisor L. Warrington moved to approve the agenda, seconded by Vice-Chair T. Tomczak, all voting aye the motion carried.
Minutes – The minutes for the February 3rd, 2026 regular board meeting were reviewed, Supervisor L. Warrington moved to approve the minutes as read, second by Vice-Chair T. Tomczak, all voting aye motion carried.
Treasurer’s Report read by Treasurer D. Callais
Checking
Beg Bal February 1, 2026 – $269,733.64
Deposits – $59,697.08
Total Expenses – $53,211.88
End Bal. February 28, 2026 – $276,218.84
Road Fund – $43,542.06
Road CD – 24,564.86
Road Fund Bal – $68,106.92
Checking CD – $30,298.93
Pucks Point Subordinate Sewer District
Beg Bal February 1, 2026 – $92,625.68
Deposits – $0.00
Expenses – $6,401.31
End Bal February 28, 2026 – $86,224.37
Capitol Debt Reduction
Beg Bal February 1, 2026 – $8,575.49
Deposits – $0.00
End Balance February 28, 2026 – $8,575.49
South Shore Subordinate Sewer District
Beg Bal February 1, 2026 – $27,037.06
Deposits – $48,953.12
Expenses – $26,756.72
End Bal. February 28, 2026 – $49,233.46
State Point Subordinate Sewer District
February 2026 Beginning/End balance – $280.34
The Treasurer’s report was reviewed. The report was approved on a motion by Supervisor L. Warrington, second by Vice-Chair T. Tomczak, all voting aye motion carried.
Claims
Clerk M. Manninen read the list of claims.
Vice-Chair T. Tomczak moved to accept the claims and pay them in full, seconded by Supervisor L. Warrington, all voting aye motion carried.
Public Comment
St. Louis County Sheriff’s Deputy, Ryan Stenson gave a brief overview of some 911 calls for service from 2/1/26 to 2/28/26. The board appreciates the efforts of the SLC Sheriff’s department in patrolling this area.
Old Business
New Business
The board reviewed the proposed budget for the annual meeting being held on Tuesday, March 10, 2026, 8:15 pm.
Supervisor L. Warrington moved to adjourn the meeting, seconded by Vice-chair T. Tomczak, all voting aye motion carried. The meeting was adjourned at 7:35 p.m.
Respectfully submitted, Mary Manninen, Clerk
February 4, 2026 Board Meeting
2/5/2026
Kabetogama Township
Regular Meeting
February 4, 2026 Board MeetingFebruary 4, 2026
Vice-Chairman T. Tomczak opened the meeting at 7:00 p.m. Board members present were Supervisors L. Warrington, Treasurer D. Callais, Deputy Treasurer M. Tomczak and Clerk M Manninen. Two guests were in attendance, John Stegmair and St. Louis County Sheriff’s Deputy Ryan Stenson, all attending recited the Pledge of Allegiance.
Agenda – The agenda for the February 4th. meeting was reviewed. Supervisor L. Warrington moved to approve the agenda, seconded by Vice-Chari T. Tomczak, all voting aye the motion carried.
Minutes – The minutes for the January 6th, 2026 regular board meeting were reviewed, Supervisor L. Warrington moved to approve the minutes as read, second by Vice-Chair T. Tomczak, all voting aye motion carried.
Treasurer’s Report read by Treasurer D. Callais
Checking
Beg Bal January 1, 2026 – $267,832.60
Deposits – $33,125.89
Total Expenses – $31,224.85
End Bal. January 31, 2026 – $269,733.64
Road Fund – $43,742.06
Road CD – 24,564.86
Road Fund Bal – $68,306.92
Checking CD – $30,298.93
Pucks Point Subordinate Sewer District
Beg Bal January 1, 2026 – $98,650.86
Deposits – $0.00
Expenses – $6,025.18
End Bal January 31, 2026 – $92,625.68
Capitol Debt Reduction
Beg Bal January 1, 2026 – $16,395.49
Deposits – $0.00
End Balance January 31, 2026 – $8,575.49
South Shore Subordinate Sewer District
Beg Bal January 1, 2026 – $19,309.54
Deposits – $26,756.72
Expenses – $19,029.20
End Bal. January 31, 2026 – $27,037.06
State Point Subordinate Sewer District
January 2026 Beginning/End balance – $280.34
The Treasurer’s report was reviewed. The report was approved on a motion by Supervisor L. Warrington, second by Vice-chair T. Tomczak, all voting aye motion carried.
Claims
Clerk M. Manninen read the list of claims.
Supervisor L. Warrington moved to accept the claims and pay them in full, seconded by Vice-chair T. Tomczak, all voting aye motion carried.
Public Comment
St. Louis County Sheriff’s Deputy, Ryan Stenson gave a brief overview of some 911 calls for service from 12/1/25 to 1/31/26. The board appreciates the efforts of the SLC Sheriff’s department in patrolling this area.
Old Business
New Business
Approve a off sale liquor license for the Blind Pig Tavern. Supervisor L. Warrington moved to approve this license, seconded by Vice-chair T. Tomczak, all voting aye, motion carried.
Supervisor L. Warrington moved to adjourn the meeting, seconded by Vice-chair T. Tomczak, all voting aye motion carried. The meeting was adjourned at 7:18 p.m.
Respectfully submitted, Mary Manninen, Clerk
January 6 Board Meeting
1/21/2026
Kabetogama Township
Regular Meeting
January 6, 2026
Draft
Chairman L. Kec opened the meeting at 7:00 p.m. Board members present were Supervisors L. Warrington, T. Tomczak, Treasurer D. Callais, Clerk M Manninen. All attending recited the Pledge of Allegiance.
Agenda – The agenda for the January 6th. meeting was reviewed. Supervisor T. Tomczak moved to approve the agenda, seconded by Supervisor L. Warrington, all voting aye the motion carried.
Minutes – The minutes for the December 2nd, 2025, regular board meeting were reviewed, Supervisor T. Tomczak moved to approve the minutes as read, second by Supervisor L. Warrington, all voting aye motion carried.
Treasurer’s Report read by Treasurer D. Callais
Checking
Beg Bal December 1, 2025 – $244,208.47
Deposits – $136,060.12
Total Expenses – $112,435.99
End Bal. December 31, 2025 – $267,832.60
Road Fund – $44,142.06
Road CD – 24,564.86
Road Fund Bal – $68,706.92
Checking CD – $30,298.93
Pucks Point Subordinate Sewer District
Beg Bal December 1, 2025 – $51,733.27
Deposits – $50,946.59
Expenses – $4,029.00
End Bal December 31, 2025 – $98,650.86
December 1, 2025 – $4,445.05
Deposits – $11,950.44
End Balance 31, 2025 – $16395.49
South Shore Subordinate Sewer District
Beg Bal December 1, 2025 – $31,271.69
Deposits – $19,029.20
Expenses – $30,991.35
Bal. December 31, 2025 – $19,309.54
State Point Subordinate Sewer District
December 2025 Beginning/End balance – $280.34
The Treasurer’s report was reviewed. The report was approved on a motion by Supervisor L. Warrington, second by Supervisor T. Tomczak, all voting aye motion carried.
Claims
Clerk M. Manninen read the list of claims.
Supervisor T. Tomczak moved to accept the claims and pay them in full, seconded by Supervisor L. Warrington, all voting aye motion carried.
Public Comment
None
Old Business
Supervisor T. Tomczak moved to adjourn the meeting, seconded by Supervisor L. Warrington, all voting aye motion carried. The meeting was adjourned at 7:15 p.m.
Respectfully submitted, Mary Manninen, Clerk
December 2, 2025 Board Meeting
12/16/2025
Kabetogama Township
Regular Meeting
January 6, 2026 Board MeetingJanuary 6, 2026
Chairman L. Kec opened the meeting at 7:00 p.m. Board members present were Supervisors L. Warrington and T. Tomczak, Treasurer D. Callais, and Clerk M Manninen. All attendees recited the Pledge of Allegiance.
Agenda – Supervisor T. Tomczak moved to approve the agenda, seconded by Supervisor L. Warrington, all voting aye the motion carried.
Minutes – The minutes for the December 2, 2025 regular board meeting were reviewed, Supervisor T. Tomczak moved to approve the minutes as read, seconded by Supervisor L. Warrington, all voting aye motion carried.
Treasurer’s Report read by Treasurer D. Callais
Checking
Beg Bal December 1, 2025 – $244,208.47
Deposits – $136,060.12
Total Expenses – $112,435.99
End Bal. December 31, 2025 – $267,832.60
Road Fund – $44,142.06
Road CD – $24,564.86
Road Fund Bal – $68,706.92
Checking CD – $30,298.93
Pucks Point Subordinate Sewer District
Beg Bal December 1, 2025 – $51,733.27
Deposits – $50,946.59
Expenses – $4,029.00
End Bal December 31, 2025 – $98,650.86
Capitol Debt Reduction
Beg Bal December 1, 2025 – $4,445.05
Deposits – $11,950.44
End Bal – $16,395.49
South Shore Subordinate Sewer District
Beg Bal December 1, 2025 – $31,271.69
Deposits – $19,029.20
Expenses – $30,991.35
End Bal. December 31, 2025 – $19,309.54
State Point Subordinate Sewer District
December 2025 Beginning/End balance – $280.34
The Treasurer’s report was reviewed. The report was approved on a motion by Supervisor L. Warrington, seconded by Supervisor T. Tomczak, all voting aye motion carried.
Claims
Clerk M. Manninen read the list of claims.
Supervisor T. Tomczak moved to accept the claims and pay them in full, seconded by Supervisor L. Warrington, all voting aye motion carried.
Public Comment
None reported.
Old Business
New Business
None
Supervisor T. Tomczak moved to adjourn the meeting, seconded by Supervisor L. Warrington, all voting aye motion carried. The meeting was adjourned at 7:15 p.m.
Respectfully submitted, Mary Manninen, Clerk
December 2, 2025 Board MeetingDecember 2, 2025
Chairman L. Kec opened the meeting at 7:00 p.m. Board members present were Supervisors L. Warrington, T. Tomczak, Treasurer D. Callais, Clerk M Manninen and 1 guest, Ryan Stenson, Deputy Sheriff, St. Louis County. All attending recited the Pledge of Allegiance.
Agenda – The agenda for the December 2nd. meeting was reviewed. Supervisor T. Tomczak moved to approve the agenda, seconded by Supervisor L. Warrington, all voting aye the motion carried.
Minutes – The minutes for the November 4th, 2025, regular board meeting were reviewed, Supervisor T. Tomczak moved to approve the minutes as read, second by Supervisor L. Warrington, all voting aye motion carried.
Treasurer’s Report read by Treasurer D. Callais
Checking
Beg Bal November 1, 2025 – $260,639.87
Deposits – $37,016.83
Total Expenses – $53,448.23
End Bal. November 30, 2025 – $244,208.47
Road Fund – $40,287,06
Road CD – 24,564.86
Road Fund Bal – $64,851.92
Checking CD – $30,298.93
Pucks Point Subordinate Sewer District
Beg Bal November 1, 2025 – $56,672.27
Deposits – $0.00
Expenses – $4,939.00
End Bal November 30, 2025 – $51,733.27
Capitol Debt Reduction
November 2025 Beginning/End balance – $4,445.05
South Shore Subordinate Sewer District
Beg Bal November 1, 2025 – $9,703.97
Deposits – $30,991.35
Expenses – $9,423.63
Bal. November 30, 2025 – $31,271.69
State Point Subordinate Sewer District
November 2025 Beginning/End balance – $280.34
The Treasurer’s report was reviewed. The report was approved on a motion by Supervisor T. Tomczak, second by Supervisor L. Warrington, all voting aye motion carried.
Claims
Clerk M. Manninen read the list of claims.
Supervisor T. Tomczak moved to accept the claims and pay them in full, seconded by Supervisor L. Warrington, all voting aye motion carried.
Public Comment
Deputy Sheriff, Ryan Stenson with the St. Louis Sheriff’s Department. Ryan works out of the Cook office. He will be making rounds in our area as much as possible. Ryan will try to attend most of our township meetings. The township appreciates his attendance at our meetings and in our area.
Old Business
Supervisor T. Tomczak moved to adjourn the meeting, seconded by Supervisor L. Warrington, all voting aye motion carried. The meeting was adjourned at 7:32 p.m.
Respectfully submitted, Mary Manninen, Clerk
November 4, 2025 Board Meeting
11/10/2025
Kabetogama Township
Regular Meeting
November 4, 2025 Board MeetingNovember 4, 2025
Vice-Chairman T. Tomczak opened the meeting at 7:00 p.m. Board members present were Supervisors L. Warrington, Treasurer D. Callais, Deputy Treasurer M. Tomczak, Clerk M Manninen and guest John Stegmeir. All attending recited the Pledge of Allegiance.
Agenda – The agenda for the November 4th. meeting was reviewed. Supervisor L. Warrington moved to approve the agenda, seconded by Vice-Chair T. Tomczak, all voting aye the motion carried.
Minutes – The minutes for the October 7th., 2025, regular board meeting were reviewed, Supervisor L. Warrington moved to approve the minutes as read, second by Vice-Chair T. Tomczak, all voting aye motion carried.
Treasurer’s Report read by Treasurer D. Callais
Checking
Beg Bal October 1, 2025 – $256,005.09
Deposits – $51,591.08
Total Expenses – $46,956.30
End Bal. October 31, 2025 – $260,639.87
Road Fund – $40,290.06
Road CD – 24,561.86
Road Fund Bal – $64,851.92
Checking CD – $30,298.93
Pucks Point Subordinate Sewer District
Beg Bal October 1, 2025 – $60,833.27
Deposits – $0.00
Expenses – $4,161.00
End Bal October 31, 2025 – $56,672.27
Capitol Debt Reduction
October 2025 Beginning/End balance – $4,445.05
South Shore Subordinate Sewer District
Beg Bal October 1, 2025 – $18,505.90
Deposits – $9,423.63
Expenses – $18,225.56
Bal. October 31, 2025 – $9,703.97
State Point Subordinate Sewer District
October 2025 Beginning/End balance – $280.34
The Treasurer’s report was reviewed. The report was approved on a motion by Supervisor L. Warrington, second by Vice-Chair T. Tomczak, all voting aye motion carried.
Claims
Clerk M. Manninen read the list of claims.
Supervisor L. Warrington moved to accept the claims and pay them in full, seconded by Vice-Chair T. Tomczak, all voting aye motion carried.
Public Comment
None
Old Business
where the proposed grinder stations and treatment sites will be located. This work will occur this month.
Supervisor L. Warrington moved to adjourn the meeting, seconded by Vice-Chair T. Tomczak, all voting aye motion carried. The meeting was adjourned at 7:41 p.m.
Respectfully submitted, Mary Manninen, Clerk
October 7, 2025 Board Meeting
10/13/2025
Kabetogama Township
Regular Meeting
October 7, 2025 Board MeetingOctober 7, 2025
Vice-Chairman T. Tomczak opened the meeting at 7:00 p.m. Board members present were Supervisors L. Warrington, Treasurer D. Callais, Deputy Treasurer M. Tomczak, Clerk M Manninen and guest John Stegmeir. All attending recited the Pledge of Allegiance.
Agenda – The agenda for the October 7th. meeting was reviewed. Supervisor L. Warrington moved to approve the agenda, seconded by Vice-Chair T. Tomczak, all voting aye the motion carried.
Minutes – The minutes for the September 9th., 2025, regular board meeting were reviewed, Supervisor L. Warrington moved to approve the minutes as read, second by Vice-Chair T. Tomczak, all voting aye motion carried.
Treasurer’s Report read by Treasurer D. Callais
Checking
Beg Bal September 1, 2025 – $255,372.70
Deposits – $36,950.46
Total Expenses – $36,318.07
End Bal. September 30, 2025 – $256,005.09
Road Fund – $41,887.06
Road CD – 23,945.93
Road Fund Bal – $65,832.99
Checking CD – $29,488.11
Pucks Point Subordinate Sewer District
Beg Bal September 1, 2025 – $64,961.27
Deposits – $0.00
Expenses – $4,128.00
End Bal September 30, 2025 – $60,833.27
Capitol Debt Reduction
September 2025 Beginning/End balance – $4,445.05
South Shore Subordinate Sewer District
Beg Bal September 1, 2025 – $35,493.13
Deposits – $18,225.56
Expenses – $35,212.79
Bal. September 30, 2025 – $18,505.90
State Point Subordinate Sewer District
September 2025 Beginning/End balance – $280.34
The Treasurer’s report was reviewed. The report was approved on a motion by Supervisor L. Warrington, second by Vice-Chair T. Tomczak, all voting aye motion carried.
Claims
Clerk M. Manninen read the list of claims.
Supervisor L. Warrington moved to accept the claims and pay them in full, seconded by Vice-Chair T. Tomczak, all voting aye motion carried.
Public Comment
None
Old Business
o complete.
Prior to the archeological review, SEH surveyors will be present throughout the project site and will stake out features of our project design which includes grinder station locations and piping alignments throughout each individual property. This work is anticipated to take place sometime during the week of September 29th.
SEH will also perform a wetland delineation throughout the project area from October 1st through the 3rd. The process includes field data collection on vegetation, hydrology, and soils.
Once the archeological review is completed, SEH will have Braun Intertec perform soil borings throughout the project area where the proposed grinder stations and treatment sites will be located. This work is not anticipated to occur until sometime in November.
Supervisor L. Warrington moved to adjourn the meeting, seconded by Vice-Chair T. Tomczak, all voting aye motion carried. The meeting was adjourned at 7:30 p.m.
Respectfully submitted, Mary Manninen, Clerk
Board Meeting September 9, 2025
9/10/2025
Kabetogama Township
Regular Meeting
September 9, 2025 Board MeetingSeptember 9, 2025
Chairman L. Kec opened the meeting at 7:00 p.m. Board members present were Supervisors L. Warrington, D. Tomczak, Treasurer D. Callais, Deputy Treasurer M. Tomczak, Clerk M Manninen. All attending recited the Pledge of Allegiance.
Agenda – The agenda for the September 9th. meeting was reviewed. Supervisor L. Warrington moved to approve the agenda, seconded by Supervisor T. Tomczak, all voting aye the motion carried.
Minutes – The minutes for the August 13th., 2025, regular board meeting were reviewed, Supervisor T. Tomczak moved to approve the minutes as read, second by Supervisor L. Warrington, all voting aye motion carried.
Treasurer’s Report read by Treasurer D. Callais
Checking
Beg Bal August 1, 2025 – $286,892.46
Deposits – $39,850.79
Total Expenses – $72,416.94
End Bal. August 31, 2025 – $254,326.31
Road Fund – $43,481.17
Road CD – 23,945.93
Road Fund Bal – $67,427.10
Checking CD – $29,488.11
Pucks Point Subordinate Sewer District
Beg Bal August 1, 2025 – $69,761.27
Deposits – $0.00
Expenses – $4,800.00
End Bal August 31, 2025 – $64,961.27
Capitol Debt Reduction
Beg Bal August 1, 2025 – $4,445.05
Deposits – $0.00
Expenses – $0.00
Bal. August31, 2025 – $4,445.05
South Shore Subordinate Sewer District
Beg Bal August 1, 2025 – $40,655.76
Deposits – $35,212.79
Expenses – $40,375.42
Bal. August 31, 2025 – $35,493.13
State Point Subordinate Sewer District
Beg Bal August 1, 2025 – $280.34
Deposits – $0.00
Expenses – $0.00
Bal. August 31, 2025 – $280.34
The Treasurer’s report was reviewed. The report was approved on a motion by Supervisor L. Warrington, second by Supervisor T. Tomczak, all voting aye motion carried.
Claims
Clerk M. Manninen read the list of claims.
Supervisor L. Warrington moved to accept the claims and pay them in full, seconded by Supervisor T. Tomczak, all voting aye motion carried.
Public Comment
– None
Old Business
Voyageur Park Lodge will receive a bill from the township for general engineering regarding the additional grinder to be installed.
South Shore SSD
–
Nothing new at this time.
A motion was made by Chairman L. Kec to have Bushwacker LLC push all the brush debris up at the canister site. Seconded by Supervisor L Warrington, all voting aye, motion carried. It was brought to the attention of the board that there are people in the area that are dumping construction debris into the brush pile area. All construction debris is to go into the construction canister. Much of this debris has nails in it and residents do not want nails in their tires. Persons caught dumping this type of debris may be fined.
Community Center
– Supervisor L. Kec will contact Taylors Plumbing & Heating to replace the heat tape in the utility room.
Other
None.
New Business
None
Other
None
Supervisor L. Warrington made a motion to adjourn the meeting, seconded by Supervisor T. Tomczak, all voting aye motion carried. The meeting was adjourned at 7:30 p.m.
Respectfully submitted, Mary Manninen, Clerk
August 13, Board Meeting
8/18/2025
Kabetogama Township
Regular Meeting
August 13, 2025 Board MeetingAugust 13, 2025
Supervisor T. Tomczak opened the meeting at 7:00 p.m. Board members present were Supervisors L. Warrington, D. Tomczak, Treasurer D. Callais, Deputy Treasurer M. Tomczak, Clerk M Manninen and John Stegmeir. All attending recited the Pledge of Allegiance.
Agenda – The agenda for the August 13th. meeting was reviewed. Supervisor L. Warrington moved to approve the agenda, seconded by Supervisor T. Tomczak, all voting aye the motion carried.
Minutes – The minutes for the July2nd., 2025, regular board meeting were reviewed, Supervisor L. Warrington moved to approve the minutes as read, second by Supervisor T. Tomczak, all voting aye motion carried.
Treasurer’s Report read by Treasurer D. Callais
Checking
Beg Bal July 1, 2025 – $233,953.02
Deposits – $162,554.69
Total Expenses – $109,615.25
End Bal. July 31, 2025 – $286,892.46
Road Fund – $46,126.17
Road CD – 23,945.93
Road Fund Bal – $70,072.10
Checking CD – $29,488.11
Pucks Point Subordinate Sewer District
Beg Bal July 1, 2025 – $52,057.50
Deposits – $24,592.76
Expenses – $6,888.99
End Bal July 31, 2025 – $69,761.27
Capitol Debt Reduction
Beg Bal July 1, 2025 – $6,496.38
Deposits – $5768.67
Expenses – $7,820.00
Bal. July 31, 2025 – $4,445.05
South Shore Subordinate Sewer District
Beg Bal July 1, 2025 – $30,806.34
Deposits – $40,375.42
Expenses – $30,526.00
Bal. July 31, 2025 – $40,655.76
State Point Subordinate Sewer District
Beg Bal July 1, 2025 – $280.34
Deposits – $0.00
Expenses – $0.00
Bal. July 31, 2025 – $280.34
The Treasurer’s report was reviewed. The report was approved on a motion by Supervisor L. Warrington, second by Supervisor T. Tomczak, all voting aye motion carried.
Claims
Clerk M. Manninen read the list of claims.
Supervisor L. Warrington moved to accept the claims and pay them in full, seconded by Supervisor T. Tomczak, all voting aye motion carried.
Public Comment
– None
Old Business
Voyageur Park Lodge is adding an additional grinder station. SEH will bill the township and the township will then bill VPL for the engineering. Supervisor T. Tomczak moved to approve a contract with SEH, 2025 Wastewater General Engineering, seconded by Supervisor L. Warrington, all voting aye, motion carried.
South Shore SSD
–
The township will levy the members of the South Shore Sanitary Sewer District and the State Point Sanitary Sewer District for the next two years to reimburse the township for the money they have spent on the sewer district that was not covered by MPCA . Clerk Manninen sent the documents with these amounts to the Saint Louis County.
Roads
– Nothing new
Community Center
– Clerk Manninen will call again regarding having a new heat tape installed in the drain in the utility room. The board approved a payment of $40.00 to E. Callais for weed removal in front of the Town Hall.
Other
None.
New Business
None
Other
None
Supervisor L. Warrington made a motion to adjourn the meeting, seconded by Supervisor T. Tomczak, all voting aye motion carried. The meeting was adjourned at 7:34 p.m.
Respectfully submitted, Mary Manninen, Clerk
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