minutes

Regular Board Meeting Tuesday, June 9, 2026 Townsend Town Hall 6:00pm Chairperson Monica Zeller called the meeting to order at 6:00pm Roll Call: Chairperson Monica Zeller, Supervisor Chuck DeMoulin, Supervisor Willie Evans, Treasurer Beth Hartman, Clerk Linda Ziegler. 21 Citizens Verification of proper agenda notice: Ziegler posted the agenda on June 2, 2026, at the Townsend Post Office, Townsend Town Hall, Laona State Bank, Townsend branch, and www.townsendwisconsin.org Zeller made the motion to approve the agenda with changes to delete item #3, 2 nd by Evans – M/A Motion made by DeMoulin to accept the minutes of May 12, 2026, 2nd by Evans – M/A Treasurer’s Report – Hartman gave a P&L budget performance report. The Town has collected over $8000.00 for the fireworks display. $1066.00 was collected for the Pickleball court fund from the brat fry last month. We received a Recreational Grant from Oconto County for $12000.00 for ballpark/concession stand improvements. Motion by Evans to approve the report and pay all the bills, 2nd by DeMoulin – M/A Ambulance Report – Report on file. Janet O’Piela reported 13 runs in May. Weinerfest is being planned and raffle donations are welcome. EMS training will in the fall at Riverview Fire Department – Report on file. Chief Herlache said there were 8 calls in May. They continue to apply for grants. Make sure to have a burn permit. Check the DNR website before you burn. FOTF – Wanda Laste reported that FOTF presented two scholarships to Wabeno Seniors. The 4 th of July celebration posters and raffle tickets are out. Lakewood Supervalu Round up will benefit FOTF in July. Lake Country Library - Kathleen Marsh reported that many children are enjoying the summer reading program. The Solar panels are paying back quickly. The new operating systems has a few glitches. The annual book sale was a success. Keep checking the website for upcoming events. NOCCO – Report on file. 61 total incidents in May. 15 were ATV related Comp Plan Committee – N/A Permits/Licenses – 2 Temporary Alcohol Beverage License applications: Friends of Townsend Fire for 4 th of July activities and Townsend Festival, Inc for 4th of July at the ballpark. DeMoulin made the motion to approve both temporary beverage license application, 2nd by Evans – M/A Business: 1. Townsend Liquor Licenses, 2026–2027 – Ziegler presented the Board with the list of nine businesses seeking liquor licenses for the upcoming license year. Background checks were completed. Zeller made a motion to approve the licenses; 2nd by DeMoulin – M/A 2. Townsend Operator’s Licenses, 2026–2027 – Ziegler presented the Board with 53 operator’s license applications for the upcoming license year, along with a list of individuals who held licenses in 2025– 2026 but have not yet reapplied. Background checks were completed. The Board discussed applicant #6, who was recently charged with a felony, OWI, and driving without insurance; a court date is pending. DeMoulin made a motion to approve 52 applications, hold applicant #6’s application pending the court decision, and authorize Ziegler to honor applications for 30 days; 2 nd by Zeller – M/A 3. L/T Ambulance Benefits Package – Tabled until further notice 4. Townsend Representative for ambulance board – Due to the recent passing of Tom Derrickson, the Town needs to fill the ambulance representative position. This person would meet monthly with reps from Lakewood and the ambulance to conduct business. Anyone interested should contact the Town of Townsend. Public Comment: D. Ishmael asked if garbage containers could be placed on the east side of Front Street during the 4th of July festivities. Zeller said she will discuss with the highway attendants. Zeller said there will be public parking in the field at Timber Edge and Pickerel Lake Rd. There are maps and will be signage. The Sheriff’s department will be on hand to handle traffic and will lead the parade. No parking on either side of Hwy 32. The new John Deere Mower will be arriving next week. The town received a grant from the DNR for this equipment. Correspondence: A property owner on Archibald Parkway sent an email to Zeller asking if the town would be willing to sell him a parcel of land on the Archibald Lake. Zeller explained to him that any property sales, or purchases, must come before the board of electors to approve and that if he wishes to pursue, would incur all the costs associated with this. Announcements: Shaved Ice Truck at the town hall Saturday, June 13 American Legion Parade in Wabeno June 13 @ 10am Northwoods Archers range shoot and cook out June 13 Pickerel Lake beach cleanup Thursday June 18 at 8am Lakewood Recycle event at North Road Saturday, June 20 9am – 3pm Open Book June 24 noon – 2pm Kids Fishery June 27 th at Wendt’s SandBar Blood Mobile June 29, 11-4 Board of Review July 1 @ 1pm Dump will be closed July 4, 2026 July 4th activities 9am - fireworks DeMoulin made the motion to adjourn at 6:46pm, 2nd by Evans– M/A Minutes approved July 14, 2026 Linda Ziegler, Clerk