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September 14, 2026 - Land Conservation Committee (LCC) Meeting Agenda LCC SEP26 - AGENDA.PDF September 14, 2026 - Land Conservation Committee (LCC) Meeting Packet LCC SEP26 - PACKET.PDF 1. Documents: 2. Documents: Land Conservation Committee Meeting Monday, September 14, 2026 at 1:00 p.m. Walworth County Government Center County Board Room 114 Elkhorn, WI 53121 Brian Holt – Chair Rick Stacey – Vice Chair Sheila Reiff – Supervisor Michael Bergman – Citizen Representative Richard Kuhnke, Jr. – Citizen Member (Posted in Compliance with Sec. 19.84 Wis. Stats.) A quorum of the Executive, Agriculture and Extension Education and Park Committees will be in attendance. It is possible that a quorum of the County Board or any of its other committees could be in attendance at this meeting. AGENDA 1. Call to order 2. Roll Call 3. Approval of the Agenda 4. Approval of Minutes from July 20, 2026 LCC Meeting 5. Public Comment 6. 2026 Lake Monitoring and Protection Network Grant Program Presentation NOTICE: THIS MEETING IS PLANNED TO PROVIDE FOR REMOTE OR OFF-SITE ATTENDANCE BY COMMITTEE MEMBERS. THE PUBLIC CAN WATCH THE MEETING STREAMING LIVE AT: https://tinyurl.com/Sept26LCC Individuals wanting to provide a Public Comment can do so remotely by telephone but must contact the County Administrator’s Office at 262-741-4357 on the day of the meeting and at least 15 minutes prior to the start of the meeting to obtain instructions. Land Conservation Committee AGENDA Monday, September 14, 2026 Page 2 7. Res. No. **-10/26 Authorizing Submission of a Grant Application for Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources 2027 Surface Water Grant Program Lake Monitoring and Protection Network 8. Letter of Support Requests for Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources 2027 Surface Water Grants a) Education Grant - Southeastern Wisconsin Regional Planning Commission b) Management Plan Implementation Grant - Geneva Lake Environmental Agency c) Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS) Prevention Grant - Rock River Coalition 9. Lake Comus Protection and Rehabilitation District – County Representative Vacancy 10. 2027 Land Use and Resource Management Budget Presentation 11. Next meeting date: Monday, October 19, 2026 at 1:00 p.m. 12. Adjournment Submitted by: Mandy Bonneville, Deputy Director, Land Use and Resource Management Department Posted: September 10, 2026 Land Conservation Committee Meeting Monday, September 14, 2026 at 1:00 p.m. Walworth County Government Center County Board Room 114 Elkhorn, WI 53121 Brian Holt – Chair Rick Stacey – Vice Chair Sheila Reiff – Supervisor Michael Bergman – Citizen Representative Richard Kuhnke, Jr. – Citizen Member (Posted in Compliance with Sec. 19.84 Wis. Stats.) A quorum of the Executive, Agriculture and Extension Education and Park Committees will be in attendance. It is possible that a quorum of the County Board or any of its other committees could be in attendance at this meeting. AGENDA 1. Call to order 2. Roll Call 3. Approval of the Agenda 4. Approval of Minutes from July 20, 2026 LCC Meeting 5. Public Comment 6. 2026 Lake Monitoring and Protection Network Grant Program Presentation NOTICE: THIS MEETING IS PLANNED TO PROVIDE FOR REMOTE OR OFF-SITE ATTENDANCE BY COMMITTEE MEMBERS. THE PUBLIC CAN WATCH THE MEETING STREAMING LIVE AT: https://tinyurl.com/Sept26LCC Individuals wanting to provide a Public Comment can do so remotely by telephone but must contact the County Administrator’s Office at 262-741-4357 on the day of the meeting and at least 15 minutes prior to the start of the meeting to obtain instructions. LCC ~ September 14, 2026 Page 1 Land Conservation Committee AGENDA Monday, September 14, 2026 Page 2 7. Res. No. **-10/26 Authorizing Submission of a Grant Application for Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources 2027 Surface Water Grant Program Lake Monitoring and Protection Network 8. Letter of Support Requests for Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources 2027 Surface Water Grants a) Education Grant - Southeastern Wisconsin Regional Planning Commission b) Management Plan Implementation Grant - Geneva Lake Environmental Agency c) Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS) Prevention Grant - Rock River Coalition 9. Lake Comus Protection and Rehabilitation District – County Representative Vacancy 10. 2027 Land Use and Resource Management Budget Presentation 11. Next meeting date: Monday, October 19, 2026 at 1:00 p.m. 12. Adjournment Submitted by: Mandy Bonneville, Deputy Director, Land Use and Resource Management Department Posted: September 10, 2026 LCC ~ September 14, 2026 Page 2 DRAFT Walworth County Board of Supervisors Land Conservation Committee Meeting Minutes Monday, July 20, 2026, at 1:00 p.m. Walworth County Government Center, County Board Room 114 100 W. Walworth Street, Elkhorn, Wisconsin ___________________________________________________________________________________ The meeting was called to order by Chair Brian Holt at 1:00 p.m. Roll call was conducted, and the following members were present: Chair Brian Holt; Vice-Chair Rick Stacey (arrived at 1:08 p.m.); Supervisor Sheila Reiff; and Citizen Member Richard Kuhnke, Jr. Citizen Representative Michael Bergman was absent. A quorum was declared. Others in Attendance: County Staff: Walworth County Administrator Mark W. Luberda; Deputy Director-Land Use and Resource Management (LURM)/County Conservationist Mandy Bonneville; Water Quality Specialist Intern Hannah Abram; and Christopher Boziel. On motion by Citizen Member Kuhnke, second by Supervisor Reiff, the agenda was approved with no withdrawals. On motion by Supervisor Reiff, second by Citizen Member Kuhnke, the minutes of the May 18, 2026, Land Conservation Committee meeting were approved. Public Comment – There was none. 6. Potters Lake Protection and Rehabilitation District – County Representative Interview of Christopher Boziel Chair Holt interviewed Chrisopher Boziel for the position of County Representative of the Potters Lake Protection and Rehabilitation District and provided additional information related to serving as a county representative. Supervisor Reiff offered a motion, second by Citizen Member Kuhnke, to approve and recommend appointment of Christopher Boziel. Motion carried 3-0. 7. Mid-Year Progress Report from Water Quality Specialist Intern Water Quality Specialist Intern Hannah Abram gave a brief presentation entitled Mid-summer Update highlighting the following: • June and July Newsletters featuring the AIS Newsletter addressing Aquatic Invasive Species; Cleaning Stations; Species Spotlight; and Upcoming Events. • Kids Newsletter featuring AIS-Kids Edition. • Informational AIS Bookmarks. • Clean Boats Clean Water (CBCW) Trainings. • Early Detection Monitoring Trainings. Information and related links to the presentation can be found on both the Walworth County Government Facebook page and the Walworth County website. 8. 2027 Budget Ideas or Considerations Deputy Director of LURM/County Conservationist Mandy Bonneville stated Walworth County received an increase in allocation of the annual Soil and Water Resources Management (SWRM) Grant through the Governor’s Bi-Annual Budget in 2026. Funds from this grant are used for staffing costs. It is anticipated that these funds will be carried forward to 2027. LCC ~ September 14, 2026 Page 3 Walworth County Board of Supervisors July 20, 2026, Land Conservation Committee Meeting Minutes Page 2 of 2 Confirmation of next meeting – The next meeting was confirmed for Monday, September 14, 2026, at 1:00 p.m. Adjournment On motion by Supervisor Reiff, second by Vice-Chair Stacey, the meeting adjourned at 1:15 p.m. Motion carried 4-0. Submitted by Patricia Sommers, Deputy County Clerk. Meeting minutes are not considered final until approved by the Land Conservation Committee at the next regularly scheduled meeting. LCC ~ September 14, 2026 Page 4 2026 GRANT ACCOMPLISHMENTS Hannah Abram Walworth County Land Use and Resource Management Water Quality Specialist Intern LCC ~ September 14, 2026 Page 5 TRAININGS • Clean Boats, Clean Waters Train the Trainer • Aquatic Plant Identification Trainings • Snapshot Day Host Training (online) • Purple Loosestrife Biocontrol Training (online) • Early Detection Monitoring Training (online) • AIS Verifier Training (online) • Dock Service Provider Training (online) • Project RED Training (online) LCC ~ September 14, 2026 Page 6 AIS MONITORING • Locations where Early Detection Monitoring occurred: • Lakes: 6 • Eagle Springs Lake • Rock Lake • Turtle Lake • Booth Lake • North Lake • Silver Lake • Creeks: 2 • Turtle Creek @Klug Road • North Branch Nippersink Creek LCC ~ September 14, 2026 Page 7 CBCW • Hosted 2 CBCW trainings with a total of 29 volunteers trained • Conducted CBCW inspections at Green Lake Lauderdale Lakes, Pleasant Lake, Whitewater Lake, Geneva Lake, and Potter Lake. LCC ~ September 14, 2026 Page 8 COLLABORATIONS • Helped Geneva Lake Environmental Agency with their nearshore fishery survey, CBCW, and in building fish cribs • Helped Walworth County Public Health interns with Private Well Sampling Project • Helped UW Sea Grant with their Project RED event LCC ~ September 14, 2026 Page 9 COLLABORATIONS • Purple Loosestrife Biocontrol Kishwauketoe Nature Conservancy • SEWRPC PI Survey at Pabst Lake 5 • Stream Monitoring with Water Action Volunteers Measuring stream water flow LCC ~ September 14, 2026 Page 10 SNAPSHOT DAY • Fourth annual Snapshot Day was a success! Aquatic invasive species found: Zebra Mussel, Eurasian Watermilfoil, Banded Mystery Snail, and Chinese Mystery Snail. LCC ~ September 14, 2026 Page 11 • Created 3 monthly newsletters as well as a kid's newsletter • Posted 11 social media posts • Bookmarks created and dropped off at local libraries SOCIAL MEDIA LCC ~ September 14, 2026 Page 12 THANKS FOR A GREAT SUMMER! LCC ~ September 14, 2026 Page 13 100 W. Walworth St. | PO Box 1001 | Elkhorn, WI 53121 www.co.walworth.wi.us | (262) 741-4972 (o) | (262) 741-4973 (f) Memorandum To: Walworth County Land Conservation Committee Cc: Michael Cotter, Corporation Counsel/LURM Director From: Mandy Bonneville, LURM Deputy Director/County Conservationist Date: September 4, 2026 RE: Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) 2027 Lake Monitoring and Protection Network Grant Application Since 2021 the Land Use and Resource Management (LURM) Department has provided lake monitoring and aquatic invasive species prevention services in Walworth County utilizing Lake Monitoring and Protection Network Grant funds. This grant is made available to counties as part of the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) Surface Water Grant Program. The grant allocation for the past several years has been approximately $16,133. Grant funds have been used to promote improvements to water quality through education, outreach, detection, and prevention of aquatic invasive species (AIS), as well as monitoring of lake water quality conditions. LURM is requesting to apply and, if awarded, accept grant funding to continue lake monitoring and AIS initiatives. The grant allocation in 202 7 will be $16,133.95. A small portion of these funds will be allocated to administration (approximately 10%), while the remainder will be utilized to provide education and training, complete studies, support clean water initiatives, and pursue data collection throughout the County. A draft Lake Monitoring and Protection Network Grant application has been prepared for your review. There is no cost -sharing for the County. Should you wish to proceed , a resolution has been prepared for your review and is required to accompany the application due November 15, 2026. Please let me know if you have any questions. Thank you. LCC ~ September 14, 2026 Page 14 1 Resolution No. **-10/26 Authorizing Submission of a Grant Application for Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources 2027 Surface Water Grant Program Lake Monitoring and Protection Network Moved/Sponsored by: Land Conservation Committee 1 2 WHEREAS, all lakes and water bodies within Walworth County are important resources used 3 by the public for recreation and enjoyment of natural resources; and, 4 5 WHEREAS, public use and benefit of all lakes and waterways in Walworth County is best 6 served by protecting the quality of the lakes of Walworth County; and, 7 8 WHEREAS, the Walworth County Board of Supervisors recognizes the need to provide 9 information, education, and monitoring support to lake property owners and other stakeholders 10 about the quality of its waterways; and, 11 12 WHEREAS, the Walworth County Land Use and Resource Management Department is eligible 13 for $16,133 in grant funding from the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) 14 Surface Water Grant Program for the purpose of carrying out activities of the Lake Monitoring 15 and Protection Network; and, 16 17 WHEREAS, the Walworth County Land Use and Resource Management Department is 18 qualified to carry out the responsibilities of the Lake Monitoring and Protection Network 19 program and will meet the obligations necessary to fully and satisfactorily complete the project. 20 21 NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED the Walworth County Board of Supervisors hereby 22 authorizes the Walworth County Conservationist the authority to sign and submit a grant 23 application, sign and enter into a grant agreement between the Walworth County Land Use and 24 Resource Management Department and the DNR, submit quarterly and final reports, and request 25 grant reimbursements. 26 27 BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED the Walworth County Land Use and Resource Management 28 Department shall comply with all state and federal rules and regulations pertaining to the 29 fulfillments of this project and grant agreement. 30 31 32 33 Rick Stacey Susi Pike 34 County Board Chair County Clerk 35 36 County Board Meeting Date: October 13, 2026 37 38 Action Required: Majority Vote X Two-thirds Vote Other ______ 39 LCC ~ September 14, 2026 Page 15 2 Policy and Fiscal Note is attached. Reviewed and approved pursuant to Section 2-91 of the Walworth County Code of Ordinances: ___________________________________ ___________________________________ Michael P. Cotter Date Jessica Conley Date Corporation Counsel Finance Director ___________________________________ Mark W. Luberda Date County Administrator If unsigned, exceptions shall be so noted by the County Administrator. LCC ~ September 14, 2026 Page 16 3 Policy and Fiscal Note Resolution No. **–10/26 I. Title: Authorizing Submission of a Grant Application for Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources 2027 Surface Water Grant Program Lake Monitoring and Protection Network. II. Purpose and Policy Impact Statement: The purpose of this resolution is to support a grant application to help protect lakes and water quality in Walworth County. The Walworth County Land Use and Resource Management Department seeks funding from the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources under the Surface Water Grant Program. If awarded, the Walworth County Land Use and Resource Management Department will enter into a grant agreement with the State of Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources to implement Lakes Monitoring and Protection Network for Walworth County lakes. III. Budget and Fiscal Impact: The State of Wisconsin has allocated $16,133 to Walworth County to implement this program. There is no cost-sharing. IV. Referred to the following standing committee(s) for consideration and date of referral: Committee: Land Conservation Committee Date: September 14, 2026 Vote: County Board Meeting Date: October 13, 2026 Policy and fiscal note has been reviewed and approved as an accurate statement of the probable policy and fiscal impacts associated with passage of the attached resolution. ___________________________________ ____________________________________ Michael P. Cotter Date Jessica Conley Date Corporation Counsel Finance Director Mark W. Luberda Date County Administrator LCC ~ September 14, 2026 Page 17 Lake Monitoring & Protection Network Grant Application Form 8700-284L (R 5/25) Page 1 of 2 Notice: Use of this form is required by the Department of Natural Resources for any application filed pursuant to ch. NR 193, Wis. Adm. Code. Personal Information collected on this form, will be used for administrative purpose and may be provided to requesters to the extent required by Wisconsin’s Public Records Laws [ss.19.31–19.39 Wis. Stats.] To be considered, applications must either be submitted electronically or postmarked by November 15th. The preferred method of application submittal is via email to DNRSurfaceWaterGrants@wisconsin.gov. State of Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources Bureau of Community Financial Assistance (CF/2) PO Box 7921, Madison WI 53707-7921 dnr.wi.gov Section 1: Accepting the County's Allocation Who will be accepting the county’s allocated funding? County Designated Cooperative Agent(s) Single County Allocation Amount Requested 16,133.95 Section 2: Applicant Information Pre-application County Walworth Period Covered by This Application - December 31, 20 27January 01, 2027 Authorized Representative (AR) Name Mandy Bonneville AR Title Deputy Director/County Conservationist AR Phone Number (include area code) (262) 741-7912 Ext. AR E-mail Address mbonneville@co.walworth.wi.us Organization Address (where payment will be sent) 100 W. Walworth Street City Elkhorn State WI ZIP Code 53121 Contact Representative Name (if different than AR) Contact Representative Title Contact Phone Number (include area code) Ext. Contact Representative E-mail Address Section 3: Scope of Work The scope of work will be submitted as an attachment along with the application materials. This outlines the activities to be completed as part of the grant and specifies project deliverables. DRAFT LCC ~ September 14, 2026 Page 18 Lake Monitoring & Protection Network Grant Application Form 8700-284L (R 5/25) Page 2 of 2 Section 4. Project Budget Pre-application Walworth County is requesting their allocation amount of $16133.95 to apply towards work on the cooperative services listed below. Item Description Budget Category Cash Cost 1. Provide 1.0 LTE staff to conduct work associated with the program. Continue implementation of comprehensive monitoring and outreach to assess county's waterways and prevent the spread of aquatic invasive species (AIS). The LTE will partner with lake programs, conduct inspections and surveys, and implement efforts to further the program in Walworth Count y. Salaries $ 7,000.00 2. Provide office space, supplies, vehicle to conduct work associated with pro gram objectives. Supplies & Operating Expenses $ 500.00 3. Connect and collaborate with local stakeholders, lake groups, state agencies, and the public. Disseminate information regarding AIS program initiatives, including through newsletters, social media, and the county's website. Salaries $ 2,100.00 4. Collect and report chemical, biological, and/or physical data on lakes and streams as requested by the DNR and based on program needs. Salaries $ 500.00 5. Perform Clean Boats, Clean Waters training and coordination of the watercraft inspection program in the county. Coordinate checks on AIS signage at public access sites within the county; inventory signs and coordinate with local lake groups to install lacking si gnage. Salaries $ 700.00 6. Become trained to be the trainer. Conduct training and provide education assistance to others in the County. Recruit and train interested parties and volunteers on monitoring, data entry, equipment training, etc.. Attend AIS meetings and training events associated with program objectives (in-person and virtually). Travel $ 433.00 7. Perform meander surveys/point intercept surveys on under served lakes in the county. Report data to DNR and update new species identified b y the surveys. Contractual Services $ 4,900.95 Total Project Costs $ 16,133.95 Administration Costs $ State Share Requested The state share requested amount cannot exceed the allocation for the county $ 16,133.95 Section 5: Attachments (check all that are included) Authorizing resolution (required) Scope of work (required) Section 6: Certification Signature of Authorized Representative Date Signed DRAFT LCC ~ September 14, 2026 Page 19 Land Use & Resource Management | 100 W. Walworth St. | PO Box 1001 | Elkhorn, WI 53121 www.co.walworth.wi.us | (262) 741-4972 (o) | (262) 741-4973 (f) September 8, 2026 Southeastern Wisconsin Regional Planning Commission W239 N1812 Rockwood Drive PO Box 1607 Waukesha, WI 53187 Via Email Re: Letter of Support for 2027 DNR Surface Water Grant Application To Whom It May Concern, The Walworth County Land Use and Resource Management (LURM) Department supports the Southeastern Wisconsin Regional Planning Commission (SEWRPC) application for a Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) 2027 Surface Water Grant. The proposed grant work will focus on engaging and educating stakeholders on aquatic species in lakes, rivers, and streams within southeastern Wisconsin. As part of this project, SEWRPC is planning to host educational workshop opportunities for stakeholders. Workshop participants will become familiar with aquatic species in their area and learn how to identify aquatic invasive species from their native look -alikes. Although there are many tools and resources available to help with species identification, awareness of these tools and the ability of lake stakeholders to make use of them is an ongoing challenge. Walworth County’s Land Use and Resource Management Department routinely receives inquiries and requests from area lake groups and community members to provide identification resources and services. Such a workshop would meet this need within our county. The Walworth County Land Use and Resource Management Department supports and encourages funding for this project to help establish networks of informed, trained, and active stakeholders to help protect their lakes. Respectfully, Mandy Bonneville Deputy Director/County Conservationist Walworth County Land Use and Resource Management Department LCC ~ September 14, 2026 Page 20 Land Use & Resource Management | 100 W. Walworth St. | PO Box 1001 | Elkhorn, WI 53121 www.co.walworth.wi.us | (262) 741-4972 (o) | (262) 741-4973 (f) September 8, 2026 Geneva Lake Environmental Agency 105 N. Elkhorn Road PO Box 914 Williams Bay, WI 53191 Via Email Re: Letter of Support for 2027 DNR Surface Water Grant Application To Whom It May Concern, The Walworth County Land Use and Resource Management Department supports the Geneva Lake Environmental Agency (GLEA) application for a Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (WDNR) 2027 Surface Water Management Plan Implementation Grant. The proposed grant work will focus on reducing nonpoint source pollution within Geneva Lake through implementation of one or more agriculture conservation practices within the watershed, as identified by the Geneva Lake Management Plan. If awarded, grant funds will be utilized to supplement cost -sharing for the installation of runoff best management practices within the watershed. Anticipated practices include installation of grass waterways, a rock waterway, a water and sediment control basin, and other potential practices to reduce nutrient loading into the watershed and improve water quality within Geneva Lake. Walworth County’s Land Use and Resource Management (LURM) Department will provide technical assistance, coordination with participating landowners, and oversee site -specific planning, design, and implementation of the conservation practices, should funding be awarded. This project is consistent with conservation activities currently undertaken by LURM and the goals of Walworth County’s Land and Water Resource Management Plan. This work is integral to the protection and health of Walworth County’s lakes and streams , and LURM supports and encourages funding for this project. Respectfully, Mandy Bonneville Deputy Director/County Conservationist Walworth County Land Use and Resource Management Department LCC ~ September 14, 2026 Page 21 Land Use & Resource Management | 100 W. Walworth St. | PO Box 1001 | Elkhorn, WI 53121 www.co.walworth.wi.us | (262) 741-4972 (o) | (262) 741-4973 (f) August 24, 2026 Rock River Coalition 864 Collins Road Jefferson, WI 53549 Via Email Re: Letter of Support for 2027 WDNR Surface Water Grant To Whom It May Concern, The Walworth County Land Use and Resource Management (LURM) Department supports the Rock River Coalition’s application for a Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (WDNR) 2027 Surface Water Grant. The proposed grant work will focus on continuing to expand the Coalition’s outreach and prevention programing surrounding the presence of New Zealand mudsnails within Turtle Creek. Invasive New Zealand m udsnails were first discovered in Turtle Creek in 2022. The snails are easily transported and lack viable options to control the species’ spread. Response efforts have been focused on prevention practices and delineating the population. This grant woul d extend early detection monitoring efforts to several vulnerable stream locations in Walworth, Rock , Dodge , and Jefferson counties. It would also provide for installation of prevention practices such as boot brushes. It is LURM’s intent to aid in the installation of these practices and offer assistance with volunteer coordination as part of the project, should funding be awarded. This programming is consistent with prevention activities currently undertaken by LURM and the goals of Walworth County ’s Land and Water Resource Management Plan. This work is integral to the protection and health of Walworth County’s lakes and streams , and LURM supports and encourages funding for this project. Respectfully, Mandy Bonneville Deputy Director/County Conservationist Walworth County Land Use and Resource Management Department LCC ~ September 14, 2026 Page 22 2027 BUDGET ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW Land Use and Resource Management Department August 17, 2026 LCC ~ September 14, 2026 Page 23 2 LAND USE AND RESOURCE MANAGEMENT DEPARTMENT 2027 LURM POSITIONS *Positions share roles between divisions. LCC ~ September 14, 2026 Page 24 3 LAND USE AND RESOURCE MANAGEMENT DEPARTMENT 2027 BUDGET SUMMARY Total Department decrease of ($2,235) or (0.2%) 2027202620262025 REQUESTEDPROJECTIONADOPTEDACTUAL DIVISION - LAND USE ($393,246)($421,299)($394,946)($435,600)Revenues $1,226,290 $1,139,190 $1,233,978 $1,140,557 Expenses $833,044 $717,891 $839,032 $704,957 Total DIVISION - RESOURCE MANAGEMENT ($963,832)($847,542)($702,912)($906,977)Revenues $1,268,273 $1,064,680 $1,003,600 $1,029,862 Expenses $304,441 $217,138 $300,688 $122,885 Total DEPARTMENT - LAND USE & RESOURCE MANAGEMENT ($1,357,078)($1,268,841)($1,097,858)($1,342,577)Revenues $2,494,563 $2,203,870 $2,237,578 $2,170,419 Expenses $1,137,485 $935,029 $1,139,720 $827,842 GRAND TOTAL (Net Tax Levy) LCC ~ September 14, 2026 Page 25 4 LAND USE AND RESOURCE MANAGEMENT DEPARTMENT PERFORMANCE SUMMARY LCC ~ September 14, 2026 Page 26 5 LAND USE AND RESOURCE MANAGEMENT DEPARTMENT PERFORMANCE SUMMARY LCC ~ September 14, 2026 Page 27 6 LAND USE AND RESOURCE MANAGEMENT DEPARTMENT • Completed CIP for County Farmland Improvements with installation of agricultural conservation practices to reduce runoff and improve soil health. • Worked in cooperation with IT on CIP for EnerGov Digital Permit Enhancements. Begin work towards digital permitting and applications, online payments, and electronic review. 2026 HIGHLIGHTS LCC ~ September 14, 2026 Page 28 7 LAND USE AND RESOURCE MANAGEMENT DEPARTMENT • Held a Planning and Zoning Workshop for elected officials and committee members. • Amendments made to Zoning Ordinance clarifying uses related to outdoor entertainment venues, as well as shoreland and floodplain updates. • Conducted Clean Boats, Clean Waters and Snapshot Day training events. 2026 HIGHLIGHTS (CONT’D) • Hosted onsite Manure Spill Response Demonstration Training (scheduled October 2026). • Initiated planning efforts for 10-year update to County’s Comprehensive Land Use Plan. LCC ~ September 14, 2026 Page 29 8 LAND USE AND RESOURCE MANAGEMENT DEPARTMENT • Anticipate award of Targeted Runoff Management (TRM) Grant for cost- sharing project within the Upper Turtle Creek watershed ($225,000). • Continue to upgrade technology used by conservation staff, allowing access to department programs in the field. • Implement staff restructuring and technology enhancements within the front office to create efficiencies and improve customer services. • Host workshop for landscapers and contractors on shoreland zoning and land disturbance. • Continue with implementation of enhancements to the current permitting software (EnerGov) to modernize department processes and allow for online submittals and digital documents. • Comprehensive Land Use Plan Update in 2027 CIP . 2027 GOALS & OBJECTIVES LCC ~ September 14, 2026 Page 30