Town meeting agendas, minutes
Regular Town Board Meeting
May 9, 2012 – 7:00 P.M.
Town of Lake Tomahawk
The Town Board of the Town of Lake Tomahawk will hold the regular Town Board meeting on Wednesday, May 9, 2012 at 7:00 p.m. in the Raymond F. Sloan Community Center.
The agenda will be:
1. Call to order
2. Pledge of Allegiance
3. Approve the agenda of May 9, 2012
4. Citizen Input
5. Approve the minutes of April 10, & Special Meeting April 25, 2012
6. Approve the payment of bills and vouchers
7. Treasurer’s Report
8. County Representative
9. Discussion of proposal by the Edmund J Coffen Revocable Trust to purchase excess Oneida County Road right-of-way, located along Rainbow Road in Government Lot 4, Town of Lake Tomahawk Discussion/Action
10. Discussion of Town ATV Ordinance 350-5 – Discussion/Action
11. Reallocate 2011 Excess Road Department Budget Funds – Discussion/Action
12. Town Clean-up – Discussion/Action
13. Letter to request Towns of Minocqua, Arbor Vitae & Woodruff to add Lake Tomahawk to current Room Tax Zone – Discussion/Action
14. Fire Numbers – Discussion/Action
15. Lehmann Associates Bill – Resolution of Invoice – Discussion/Action
16. Energy Usage of Town Facilities – Discussion/Action
17. Developing Lake Tomahawk Docking Ordinance – Discussion/Action
18. Correspondence
19. Adjournment
Posted: May 2, 2012 Amended: May 2, 2012 and added number 17
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TOWN BOARD MEETING – FINANCIAL MEETING
Time: 6:00 p.m.
REGULAR MONTHLY BOARD MEETING
Date: Thursday, May 10, 2012
Place: Newbold Town Hall
Time: 6:30 P.M.
AGENDA FOR THE MEETING WILL INCLUDE:
The Town of Newbold Town Board Financial meeting will meet on Thursday, May 10, 2012 at 6:00 p.m. and the Town of Newbold Regular Town Board meeting will meet on Thursday, May 10, 2012, at 6:30 p.m., in open session, at the Town of Newbold Town Hall, Highway 47, North, Rhinelander, Wisconsin, 54501, Oneida County, Wisconsin. The purposes of the meetings are as follows:
(1) (6:00 p.m.) Call meeting to order.
(2) Approval and payment of bills, receipt of financial reports and approval of fund adjustments.
(3) Adjourn.
(4) (6:30 p.m.) Call to Order, Pledge of Allegiance, Verification of Public Notice.
(5) Approve prior Town Board Minutes of April 26, 2012 Regular Town Board Meeting.
(6) Rhinelander District Library Representative.
(7) Discussion and Action on Replacement of Brush-Mower Tractor and Other Road Equipment.
(8) Discussion and Action on Awarding Road Construction and Seal Coating Contract(s).
(9) Discussion and Action on a Citizen Request for a 25 mph Speed Limit on a Portion of Northwestern
Drive between Forest Lane and State Hwy 47.
(10) Discuss and Action on Oneida County Zoning Requests, Plan Commission and Citizen Zoning
requests, if any.
(a) Conditional Use Permit application of Al Rob U, LLC owner and Rob Manthei and Alan P. Albee, agents to add a drive-thru to existing restaurant/ice cream shop at 5733 State Hwy 70 E described as Pt Frac NW 1/4, Section 1, T39N, R8E, PIN NE 930-3, Town of Newbold.
(b) Chairman’s report.
(11) County Supervisors Report.
(12) Town Lakes Committee Report.
(13) Administrative review and action, if necessary, concerning general government, public safety, recycling, sanitation, culture, education, job assignments, project updates, transportation, budget items, fund transfers, and future agenda items.
(14) Public Comment and Communication Period per Wisconsin Statutes whereby the Town Board may receive input on any matter raised by the public.
(15) Adjournment.
Kim Gauthier, Town Clerk / Dave Kroll, Chairperson
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. Please call Town Clerk, Kim Gauthier at 715-362-1092, with specific information about your request allowing adequate time to respond to the request.
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a majority of the Plan Commission may be present at this meeting to gather information about a subject over which it has decision-making authority. This constitutes a meeting of the Newbold Plan Commission, pursuant to State ex rel. Badke v. Greendale Village Bd., 173 Wis. 2d 553, 494 N.W. 2d 408 (1993), and must be noticed as such although the Newbold Plan Commission will take no formal action at these meetings.
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Town Board, by majority vote, may invite public input prior to debate on any agenda item. Such input, if allowed, will be closed prior to Board discussion/debate of the agenda item.
Date Posted: May 7, 2012
Posted By: Kim Gauthier and/or Dept. of Public Work
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
TOWN OF NEWBOLD
NOTICE is hereby given that on Saturday, June 9, 2012, at 1:00 P.M., at the Newbold Town Hall, Highway 47 North and 4606 Apperson Drive, Rhinelander, Wisconsin 54501, a PUBLIC HEARING will be held in consideration of the PROPOSED AMENDED ORDINANCE CHAPTER 11.13(6) Individual Lake Regulations – Wisconsin River (a) Applicability and Enforcement and (b) Slow-No-Wake Speed Limit in the Town of Newbold, in Oneida County, Wisconsin, pursuant to Chapter 30.77(3)(a), 30.50 to 30.71 of Wis. Statutes and Chapter NR5 Wisconsin Administrative Code of the DNR. The purpose of the hearing is to allow the public to make comments regarding the proposed amendments to the existing ordinance. The complete Proposed Amended Ordinance is available for inspection by contacting the Town Clerk, Kim Gauthier at 715-362-1092 or at www.newboldtown.com
Dated this 5th day of May, 2012
Kim Gauthier, Clerk
Town of Newbold
PROPOSED ORDINANCE CREATING A SLOW, NO WAKE ZONE ON THE AREA COMMONLY KNOWN AS MUNNINGHOFF MARSH
Current Ordinance (11-5)
(6) WISCONSIN RIVER. (a) Applicability and Enforcement.
The provisions of this subsection shall apply to the waters of the Wisconsin River lying within the boundaries of the SE 1/4 of the SE 1/4 , the NE 1/4 of the SE 1/4, and the SE 1/4 of the NE 1/4 of Section 8 and the SW 1/4 of the SW 1/4 of section 9, T37N-R8E in the Town of Newbold.
(b) Slow-No-Wake Speed Limit. No person shall operate a boat faster than slow-no-wake on the Wisconsin River within the area described in par. (a) above.
Proposed Changes
(6) RHINELANDER FLOWAGE AS PART OF THE WISCONSIN RIVER. (a) Applicability and Enforcement.
The provisions of this subsection shall apply to the waters of the Wisconsin River lying within the boundaries of the SE 1/4 of the SE 1/4 , the NE 1/4 of the SE 1/4, and the SE 1/4 of the NE 1/4 of Section 8 and the SW 1/4 of the SW 1/4 of Section 9, and the north half of Section 16, T37N-R8E in the Town of Newbold.
(b) Slow-No-Wake Speed Limit. No person shall operate a boat faster than slow-no-wake on the Wisconsin River within the area described in par. (a) above.
Proposed Ordinance would read:
(6) RHINELANDER FLOWAGE AS PART OF THE WISCONSIN RIVER. (a) Applicability and Enforcement.
The provisions of this subsection shall apply to the waters of the Wisconsin River lying within the boundaries of Section 8 and Section 9, and the north half of Section 16, T37N-R8E in the Town of Newbold.
(b) Slow-No-Wake Speed Limit. No person shall operate a boat faster than slow-no-wake on the Wisconsin River within the area described in par. (a) above.
VISUAL REPRESENTATION OF AREA IN QUESTION
LEGEND:
Current Ordinance-Red Line
Proposed Ordinance-Green Line
CONDITION REPORT
PHYSICAL DESCRIPTION
The area commonly known as Munninghoff Marsh in the Town of Newbold has been described by the DNR as one of the most biologically diverse in the state of Wisconsin. Its resources are protected by local property owners, the Town of Newbold, state law and FERC in its agreement with Wausau Paper Company (formerly the Rhinelander Paper Company, simply referred to as “Rhinelander”. Encompassing more than 500 acres this land is home to numerous species of migratory birds, several species of mammals, and of course an abundance of native fish. It is also home to hundreds of acres of plants. Chief among them is wild rice-a fragile and critical resource for not only the residents, but also to any manner of migratory birds and resident mammals. Additionally, the property owners of the river bottom hold a wild fur farm license (#1381) covering this area.
DEFINITION and IMPACT OF THE PROBLEM
Increased boat traffic, the frequent misuse of watercraft, and violation of common boating safety rules cause irregular and inconsistent water levels, critical to the growth of wild rice. These factors have all but obliterated wild rice beds down river of this location. With the disappearance of the beds farther south, populations of animals that depend on the wild rice-red wing blackbirds, sora rails, muskrat, have also been severely reduced. As a result, populations of additional species-osprey in particular– that depend in part on these animals have also seen decreases. Likewise waterfowl hunters use this area as it currently attracts thousands of ducks and geese through the hunting season contributing significantly to the local economy.
CURRENT CONDITIONS
In recent years, boat traffic has increased significantly on Munninghoff Marsh. Along with the increased traffic is the misuse of boating safety rules including disrespect for the wild rice beds. In 2011 the property owners placed signs asking that boaters slow down to protect wild rice beds. The signs had little impact.
SUPPORTING DOCUMENTATION FROM FERC AND WAUSAU PAPER
The Wausau (then Rhinelander) Paper Company’s (RPC) license agreement with FERC states in pertinent part, ‘RPC will encourage the local governmental unit to enact an ordinance that would (1) prohibit non motorized boating from entering the wild rice beds during the months of May, June and July;
(2) establish a ‘no-wake’ area during the remaining boating season, and (3) require clearly delineated channel marking.’ In the order issuing a new license to RPC, FERC Project 2161-006, issued August 20, 2003, it states under Article 408 (e) that the paper company “(5) cooperate with Wisconsin DNR or appropriate entity for regulating recreational boating to establish a “no-wake” zone to protect the wild rice beds of Munninghoff Marsh;”
CONCLUSION
Implementation of a slow, no wake zone through ordinance as described above potentially prevents or slows the further erosion of the rice beds. In doing so, one of our town’s many assets and its welfare will be more protected.
RESOURCES
From Environmental Assessment (March 20, 2003)
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
FEDERAL ENERGY REGULATORY COMMISSION
Rhinelander Paper Company Project No. 2161-006
Munninghoff Marsh, located in the upper reaches of the Rhinelander flowage, is recognized as an environmentally significant wetland resource. It is a large wetland complex of approximately 274 acres and comprising 37 percent of the total wetland acreage, consisting of aquatic bed, emergent marsh, and sedge meadow habitat. Considered rare for its size, the wild rice beds in Munninghoff Marsh are among the largest and most diverse in northern Wisconsin. The amount of wild rice growing in the marsh makes it a valuable wetland habitat for wildlife and a popular hunting area. The DNR Rapid Assessment Model was applied to five special interest wetlands in the Rhinelander Project area, with Munninghoff Marsh ranking the highest for its exceptional floral diversity, wildlife habitat, and aesthetics, recreation, and educational value. Lowland hardwood forest and upland mixed forest surround the wetland. The combination of relatively undisturbed habitat and minimal human impact make the Rhinelander project area, specifically the upper reaches, valuable for a variety of wildlife species. Rhinelander documented 37 bird species, 8 mammalian species, and 6 reptile and amphibian species during site visits and supplemental surveys. The emergent aquatic beds of Munninghoff Marsh provide habitat for a significant number of wildlife species. Munninghoff Marsh holds the largest concentration of migrating waterfowl and the largest population of muskrats in three counties. Large numbers of wood ducks converge on the beds by August. Beaver and otter are common. Water birds such as great blue herons, green herons, American bittern, and sora rails use the area. The marsh is a stopover for migrating tundra swan, and records indicate it falls within the migration routes used by white pelicans and various species of tern (memorandum from R. Eckstein, Wildlife Biologist, DNR, Rhinelander, WI, to R. Martini, DNR, Rhinelander, WI, August, 1995). According to May 13, 1995 DNR correspondence with Rhinelander, DNR records also indicate the presence of the state listed osprey and wood turtle in the project area. Due to the sensitive nature of Munninghoff Marsh, Rhinelander, in cooperation with the DNR, proposes to encourage the local governmental unit to enact an ordinance: (1) prohibiting motorized boating from entering the wild rice beds during the months of May, June, and July; (2) establishing a “nowake” zone during the remaining boating season; and (3) requiring clearly delineated channel markings (letter from R.W. Wilson, Counsel for Rhinelander Paper Company, Wausau, WI to D.B. Boergers, Secretary, FERC, Washington D.C., February 14, 2000). In addition, Rhinelander would continue its practice of maintaining the reservoir at a constant water surface elevation, so as to protect the wild rice. (emphasis added)
Proceedings of the Town of Pine Lake Board Meeting held on March 1 21, 2012, at 6:30 P.M., in the Pine Lake Community Building, 4197 River Road, Fire Department
Room # 1.
Notice of meeting was posted in three (3) locations within the Township of Pine Lake according to Wisconsin Statutes. Meeting was also posted on www.townofpinelake.com
PRESENT: Chairman Jim Flory, Supervisors Brian Gehrig, Timothy Oestreich, Matt Matteson, and Charlie LaHam, Treasurer Judy Skinner and Clerk Cindy Skinner.
Chairman Flory called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m. Motion by Matt Matteson to approve the agenda and chairman to move items as necessary, second by Brian Gehrig. Motion carried by voice vote.
Motion by Matt Matteson to approve the minutes of the February 15, 2012, Town Board Meeting, second by Charlie LaHam. Motion carried by voice vote.
Treasurer’s Report by Judy Skinner. Book Balance – 1/31/2012 – $2,498,806.07.
Receipts – $2,674.14. Disbursements – $1,654,062.22. Book Balance – $2/29/2012 –
$847,417.99. Checking Account – $294,711.32. Peoples State Bank Money Market – $529,560.42. Mid Wisconsin CD – $23,146.25. Bank Balance – 2/29/2012 – $847,417.99.
Library Report. Ken Hardtke not at meeting but had provided the written report for the library board meeting. Long term planning for space needs continues. Update on computer management system and the benefits. Year end report for 2011 from the city of Rhinelander has not been completed. This year’s budget is 13.9% spent with 16% of year elapsed. Donation received from Rhinelander Area Retired Educators’ Association.
Director had encouraging response on acquiring a delivery vehicle from one of auto dealers. New tenant has moved into upstairs of Pelham St. property. Numerous activities in both Children’s and Adult’s departments. Dr. Suess bash on 2/28/2012. Group visits from Zion, Crescent, Pelican and Central Schools. Adult program topics – bee keeping, fiction book discussion, Ever Forward, Backward Never. Books-on-the-go served 76 people with 217 items and Senior Outreach (sent with senior meals) served 3 people with 15 items.
Next meeting is April 10, 2012, 3:15 p.m. and visitors welcome.
Citizens Concerns. Mike Tolvstad inquired as to when contract with Northern Waste was up for renewal. He has some suggestions as to possible cost cutting.
Road names and signs conforming with 911 and other systems. Discussion regarding an email from Fred Fisher questioning the variations of South Pine Lake Lane from the old sign to new one, tax bill, various county maps, phone book, postal service and address sign. Decided that John Stevens to check signs with “La” for Lane and changing to the conventional “Ln” using single letter fix.
Dump hours for this spring are set for April 28th and 29th and May 5th and 6th from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Annual Meeting date reminder is April 10, 2012, at 7:00 p.m.
Town Patrol Truck. Matt Matteson reported on Shop Committee. John Stevens and Nick Scholtes to go over proposals and specs for truck and to be ready for the Annual Meeting.
The Highway Shop Maintenance Committee will now meet on a monthly basis starting April 4th at 6:00 p.m. at town shop and after that the first Tuesday of the month. Old patrol truck to be advertised for sale.
Additional compensation for 2012 for Town Clerk’s additional election 56 responsibilities tabled until April meeting.
Constable Report. Tom Quandt reported that he did some sanding on an icy intersection and had Jim Flory call crew out to do other intersections. Dog complaints. ATV running road and given warning. Vehicle off road during snowstorm – helped with emergency vehicles getting in and out. Parking along road issue. Complaint received regarding snowmobile running road. Complaint of garbage along County Hwy W, actually newspapers had blown out of truck and were later picked up by company.
Fire Department Report. Brian Gehrig reported February had six fire calls and twelve EMS calls. Joe Dreifuerst and Ryan Larsen painted truck bay in Fire Station #1. Overhead door lift broke. Repaired but another part broke. Needs to be replaced as they are the original ones and no longer can get parts. Estimate received from Phillips Overhead Doors for $860. Brian request to replace tables in Fire Department meeting room. Explained why.
New tables are $186 each and need ten tables. Discussion. Tables to wait until fall to see how budget looks. Door opener to be purchased immediately and paid out of Fire Station
#1 Repairs budget account.
Communications. Jim Flory received letter from county regarding inspections of both bridges on Lakeshore Dr. Cindy Skinner had received the master Managed Forest Law listings, had a call from a Shady Lane resident requesting the town to vacant another portion of old right-of-way, gave update on the upcoming recall election dates.
Committee Reports. The Shop Committee updating work agreement with employees. Rest of report in item for patrol truck.
County Supervisor report. Matt Matteson attended his last county board meeting as supervisor. Reported on the proceedings.
Motion by Matt Matteson to approve the March vouchers for payment, second by Brian Gehrig. Motion carried by voice vote.
Next board meeting scheduled for April 18, 2012, at 6:30 p.m.
Motion by Charlie LaHam to adjourn, second by Matt Matteson. Motion carried by voice vote. Meeting adjourned at 7:40 p.m.
Submitted by
Cindy Skinner, Clerk
Town of Stella Regular Monthly Town Board Meeting
Monday, May 14, 2012 6 p.m. Stella Town Hall
Town of Stella Informational Meeting – Town ATV Routes
Tuesday, May 22, 2012 7 p.m. Stella Town Hall
STELLA APRIL TOWN BOARD MEETING AND ANNUAL MEETING
APRIL 10, 2012
Present: Dave Brunette, Chair, Bob Goodin, Supervisor, Deb Polinski, Supervisor; Clerk J. Fish, Treasurer K. Baker
Others Present: Dan and Glenda of G & D Equipment
Dave Brunette called the meeting to order at 6 PM.
Review and Approval of Minutes: Minutes were distributed and reviewed. Motion to approve the minutes as distributed was made by D.Polinski, seconded by R. Goodin. Motion carried.
Treasurer’s Report: K. Baker gave the Treasurer’s report as 3/30/2012. A motion to approve the April Treasurer’s report was made by B. Goodin, seconded by D. Polinski. Motion carried.
Old Business: Bob G. checked with the WTA to see if there is any recourse when weight limits are ignored and trucks cause extensive damage to town roads. The road in question is Stella Lake Rd. from the tracks to the corner. It could cost around $23,000 to repair. The agreed the town could follow up on this damage. Chair Brunette will follow up with the Town’s legal counsel on this.
New Business: Roadwork on Sunset Lane from Camp Bryn Afon intersection to the corner needs resurfacing approximately .45 miles. The clerk will put a Request for Bids in the Daily News with the bid opening scheduled for 7 pm on June 6th, immediately after the Board of Review adjournment. Bob Goodin will show prospective bidders the road and answer any questions about the bid specs. The road work must be completed by Oct. 1 unless extended by the town.
2013 Annual Meeting Date: A motion was made by Deb Polinski, seconded by Bob Goodin, to set the 2013 Annual Meeting for the second Tuesday in April next year. All aye, motion carried.
Brush clearing on Spring Drive was discussed. Bob will check with Dan Matson to see if he can do the work.
Election Worker Wages: After discussion, it was approved to pay the election workers $9.00 per hour, beginning with the May 2012 recall election, on a motion by D. Brunette, seconded by D. Polinski. All aye, Motion carried.
ATV Discussion: Interest has been received from town citizens regarding the use of some town roads or portions of town roads by ATVs. It was agreed that the first approach would be to call an informational meeting on May 22 at 7 PM for those interested. The Clerk will post the meeting on the posting boards and place a notice in the Hodag Shopper.
Town Event Discussion: Dan and Glenda of D & G Equipment sales approached the Board about renting the town hall for a summer town event that could involve not only exhibits farm equipment but a whole variety of demonstrations and fun activities. The Board said they would help with this event and would waive the rental fee. Dan will begin working on the event and return to a future meeting with an update. The Clerk will check with the town’s insurance to see if this event would be covered.
Review & Payment of Town Invoices: Bills were reviewed and paid.
Adjournment: The meeting adjourned at 7:30 PM
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