Minutes

Regular Board Meeting Tuesday, April 14, 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, Treasurer Beth Hartman, Clerk Linda Ziegler. Willis Evans absent: 23 Citizens Verification of proper agenda notice: Ziegler posted the agenda on April 7, 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 the correction from Old Fashion LLC to Old Town Hall, LLC 2nd by DeMoulin– M/A Motion made by DeMoulin to accept the minutes of March 10,2026 2nd by Zeller– M/A Treasurer’s Report – Hartman presented the P&L budget performance. Zeller noted a Facebook post mentioning $150,000 remaining from the town hall renovation that wasn’t used for further upgrades. The board transferred $30,000 from assessor allocation and $80,000 from Hall & Grounds to the ambulance fund, plus $94,880 into cash reserve. Zeller moved to approve the report and pay bills; DeMoulin seconded – motion approved. Ambulance Report – Report on file Fire Department – Report on file. Chief Herlache reported there were four calls in Townsend last month. The training burn at Bass Lake is scheduled for Sunday, May 3rd. Because of heavy rain, please use caution while traveling. Oconto County and Central Wisconsin have experienced numerous road washouts. In town, Mosquito Lake Road has been repaired following flooding. FOTF – Wanda Laste reported that the committee is planning for the Fourth of July celebration in collaboration with the town and county sheriff’s office. Raffle tickets and promotional posters are scheduled to be available by the end of May. The annual meeting will take place on Saturday, April 18 at 9:30 a.m. at the fire station. Lake Country Library - Kathleen Marsh announced that she has been appointed Chair of the County Library Board. Congratulations are extended. The library has secured two grants and continues to offer engaging programs. NOCCO- report on file – DeMoulin said there have been 40 incidents, 11 are ambulance requests. Zeller mentioned that the County plans to feature their new Bearcat vehicle in the July 4th parade, and that the towns are working together to revise the bond schedule and establish uniform ordinances. Comp Plan Committee – N/a Permits/Licenses – Alcohol Beverage License Application for Old Town Hall, LLC, Agent Josh Banie. DeMoulin made the motion to approve the license, 2nd by Zeller – M/A Business: 1. Road work Bids: The board met at 5:30pm to open the road bids: Approved bids are: Asphalt Seal & Repair for street sweeping @ $880.00; Scott Construction for Double Chip Seal $62,560.00 for 20ft mile and $4900.00 finishing; Farner for Infrared Patch 5x7 @ $175.00 ea.b and crack fill up to $10,000 at $4.00/lb.; NEA for Hot mix Asphalt $99,765.00 for 20Ft/mil with $10,750 find grade and $6,020.00 pulverizing. 2. Brushing Asphalt & concrete bids – Bob Habeck is relooking at the bid request and will publish later. 3. JoAnne Wendt, co-owner of Sunset Resort with Jason, will represent Townsend on the Northern Oconto County Room Tax Commission. Zeller moved to approve the appointment, 2nd by DeMoulin; M/A. 4. BOR Policy on Procedure for Waiver – This policy authorized the Board of Review to consider request from a taxpayer or assessor, or, at its discretion, to waive the hearing of an objection. This policy follows state statute 70.47(8m). Zeller made the motion to approve the Policy, 2nd by DeMoulin – M/A 5. Northern Archers – Don Solberg said since the last board meeting, the committee has identified 3 building sites for the pavilion. The board is welcome to join them on April 28th to walk the grounds and determine the site. The current Understanding of Agreement between Town of Townsend and the Northern Lakes Archers will be reviewed and updated. Additional discussion will be tables to the May meeting. 6. The Inland Lakes 20-year lease for three docks on Horn Lake and Reservoir Pond has expired. Zeller updated the agreement with Jim O’Neil, President of P&R District #1, and moved to approve the new lease; DeMoulin seconded, motion approved. Ziegler will forward the agreement to O’Neil for discussion at their next board meeting. 7. Some residents asked DeMoulin to explore the idea of hosting a Movie in the Park event. DeMoulin spoke with Fox City Flix, a local company that provides all necessary equipment and technicians, for a fee of $600 per event. While this is a significant expense, the town might consider partnering with other organizations to help cover costs. If you have thoughts or are interested, please contact the town. Public Comment: Zeller reminded people to call the highway department about any road issues. Reiningers have agreed to let the town use one of their fields for parking during the 4th of July festivities. Correspondence: n/a Announcements: WTA District meeting April 16 Town of How Townsend Annual Meeting of the Electors April 21 @ 5pm 7 towns meeting April 22, Riverview @ 6:30 Zeller made the motion to adjourn at 6:45, 2nd by DeMoulin– M/A Minutes Approved May 12, 2026 Linda Ziegler, Clerk