Highway & Facilities Committee Agenda Packet (PDF)

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, any person needing assistance to participate in this meeting, should contact the Office of the County Clerk at (920)746 2200. Notification 72 hours prior to a meeting will enable the County to make reasonable arrangements to ensure accessibility to that meeting. Notice of Public Meeting Wednesday, March 11, 2026 9:00 a .m. HIGHWAY & FACILITIES COMMITTEE Door County Government Center Chambers Room (C102), 1st Floor 421 Nebraska St, Sturgeon Bay, WI Oversight for: Door County Highway & Cherryland Airport, Facilities & Parks, Historical Museum A  Call Meeting to Order  Establish a Quorum ~ Roll Call  Adopt Agenda / Properly Noticed  Approve Minutes of the February 11, 2026 Committee Meeting  Correspondence  Public Comment  New Business (Review / Action) ▪ Door County Trails – Strategic Master Plan Presentation ▪ Resolutions from Other Counties and Recommendation as to Action of the County Board: ▪ Winnebago County – Resolution Supporting Battery Stewardship Bill AB 713 / SB 702 ▪ Museum 1. February Museum Report 2. Archives Facility Preliminary Design  Review Previous Exterior Renderings ▪ Airport 1. Approval of 2025 Carry Forward 2. Project Updates ▪ Highway & Solid Waste Division 1. Update on County E & State Hwy 57 Intersection 2. Update on State Hwy 42 & Northport Ferry Dock ▪ Facilities 1. Building(s) Security 2. Invitation to Bid - Manufactured Home, Accept Bids, Review, Award 3. Resolution 2026-_Transfer of Non-Budgeted Funds - Purchase of Manufactured Home 4. Washington Island Community Center – Future Property Use ▪ Parks 1. County Park & Open Space Plan 2026-2030  Resolution 2026-_ Adoption of 2026-2030 Open Space Plan 2. Invitation to Bid – Chaudoir’s Dock County Park Harbor Dredging 2026, Accept Bids, Review, Award 3. Ridges Sanctuary - Annual Report 4. Cana Island - Door County Maritime Museum - Annual Report 5. Chaudoir’s Dock County Park Lease Agreement Extension, Review, Approve 6. Safe Harbor Study Update 7. Ahnapee Trail Acceptance of Financial Assistance  Resolution 2026-__ Authorize Application for and Acceptance of Financial Assistance for Ahnapee Trail Maintenance  Sustainability Matters to be Considered  Legislative Matters to be Considered  Matters to be Placed on a Future Agenda or Referred to a Committee, Official, or Employee  Next Meeting Date(s) • April 8, 2026 – 9:00 a.m.  Adjourn Deviation from Order Shown May Occur This meeting will be conducted by teleconference or video conference. Members of the public may join the meeting remotely or in-person. To attend the meeting via computer: Please click the link below to join: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/8 5723558252?pwd=hxGKwY um7UbckCJat9O4yyNgPO5 ed6.1 Webinar/Meeting: 857 2355 8252 Passcode: 990332 Or by Phone: Dial: 1-312-626-6799 Page 1 of 102 MINUTES Wednesday, February 11, 2026 HIGHWAY & FACILITIES COMMITTEE Door County Government Center Chambers Room (C102), 1st Floor 421 Nebraska St, Sturgeon Bay, WI Oversight for: Door County Highway & Cherryland Airport, Facilities & Parks, Historical Museum A Call Meeting to Order The Wednesday, February 11, 2026 meeting was called to order by Chairman Walter Kalms at 9:00 a.m. at the Door County Government Center. Establish a Quorum ~ Roll Call Members present: Walter Kalms, Jeff Miller, Todd Thayse, and Ken Fisher. David Enigl was excused. Virtual Attendance: Elizabeth Gauger Others present: Administrator Ken Pabich, Highway Commissioner Thad Ash, Museum Manager Joe Taylor, Finance Director Steve Wipperfurth, CC Sean Donohue, Facilities & Parks Director Wayne Spritka, Airport Manager Craig Ross, Town of Forestville Chairman Kevin Guilette, and County Clerk Jill Lau. Virtual attendance: Staff, and Public. Adopt Agenda / Properly Noticed Motion by Thayse, seconded by Fisher to approve the agenda. Motion carried by voice vote. Approve Minutes of the January 14, 2026 Committee Meeting Motion by Miller, seconded by Thayse to approve the minutes of the January 14, 2026 Committee Meeting. Motion carried by voice vote. Correspondence • Supervisor Fisher reported he had received a question from a constituent regarding handling/maintenance of the landfill Public Comment None. New Business (Review / Action) Museum January Museum Report The January Report was included in the meeting packet and was reviewed. Open House will be held on March 21st. Airport Right of First Refusal Hangar #22 – Jeffrey Noelder Motion by Thayse, seconded by Fisher to forgo the Right of First Refusal. Motion carried by voice vote. Approval of Sale of Hangar #22, and Hangar Site Lease to John Gaich Motion by Thayse, seconded by Miller to approve the sale of and Hangar Lease to John Gaich. Motion carried by voice vote. Project Updates Airport Manager Craig Ross reported tree removal is in process; progress is as planned; easement issues on south end related to contacting property owner to trim or completely remove trees – working through Corporation Counsel; runway and taxi lane project is in the works, anticipating an April start; SRE is waiting on Federal approval. “These minutes have not been reviewed by the oversight committee and are subject to approval at the next regular committee meeting.” Page 2 of 102 Highway & Solid Waste Division Highway Commissioner Retirement / Recruitment County Administrator Ken Pabich explained staff is working on the transition plan with the retirement of Thad Ash. Intending to build on overlap while Thad is still with the County. The job description has been updated. Ash’s planned retirement date is September 3rd. Advertising for the open position is expected at the end of next month. Planning for a two-month overlap transition. Modifications to the Intersection of County DK and State HWY 57 – Feedback Highway Commissioner Ash reported he has contacted the State several times. The State has received no feedback. The only feedback Ash has received is related to the stop signs on DK; the highway traffic has the right-of-way at the intersection to avoid traffic backup on the highway. The Highway Department has installed a sign across from Renards driveway in an effort to direct traffic to Stone Road if heading north or if heading south to the intersection of DK and Highway 57. Verbal Update on Culvers Roundabout Highway Commissioner Ash updated the Committee on the current plan for the roundabout specifically related to the long driveway and their access to turn to drive south. Discussion on Transfer of Old Krueger and County Line Roads to County Highway Commissioner Ash reported this request was submitted by the Town of Forestville. There has been issues with the heavy farm traffic on these roads. If the County accepts the transfer this could become a State detour route. The Town of Forestville received grant funding and have improved the roads to County specifications. Many steps need to be taken to transfer the roads with the need for town public hearings and ordinances adopted. Additionally, the County would need a shared road agreement with Kewaunee County. The County has transferred roads in the past. Although the Town and Village can direct the roads to be the truck route, CC Donohue noted there is not a way to enforce the route; truck traffic has the right to use any road unless posted. Town Chairman Kevin Guilette explained the Village of Forestville supports the transfer and the truck route. Establishing a truck route will hopefully lessen the truck traffic through the Village of Forestville making the Village roads safer. Ash noted he would work to meet with all parties involved to make certain everyone is on the same page. By consensus the Committee supports the notion of the roads being turned over to the County with the information currently in hand and pending approval of the other parties involved. Discussion Schauer Road Project Highway Commissioner Ash reported the project is nearing finality. Drawings and cost estimates were included in the meeting packet and were reviewed. Discussion from stakeholders regarding the portion of the road within Cave Point County Park; costs for this portion of the road to be covered by the County. An additional approximately $38,000 of County funds are needed to complete the project. Funds would be taken from the Highway account. This would need to move forward to the Finance Committee and County Board. Administrator Pabich explained there is a lot of support to move this project forward from all stakeholders. Motion by Fisher, seconded by Miller to approve the project and forward the funding request of up to $90,000 on to the Finance Committee and the Intergovernmental Agreement to the Administrative Committee for approval. It was noted there is no State funding available and both municipalities have exhausted any grant funding that was available. Motion carried by carried by voice vote. Facilities Building(s) Security Administrator Pabich reported the Security Team met and continue to work on physical updates to buildings, procedures, and training. Updated procedures will be presented to the Administrative Committee for review. The Team will meet with David Melby who will be presenting the Security Reports. Further information will be presented at a future meeting. Sustainability Matters to be Considered No matters were presented. Page 3 of 102 Legislative Matters to be Considered No matters were presented. Matters to be Placed on a Future Agenda or Referred to a Committee, Official, or Employee Nothing as of this meeting. Next Meeting Date(s) March 11, 2026 – 9:00 a.m. Adjourn Motion by Fisher, seconded by Kalms to adjourn. Time: 9:59 a.m. Motion carried. Respectfully submitted by Jill M. Lau, County Clerk Page 4 of 102 Page 5 of 102 Page 6 of 102 Page 7 of 102 Page 8 of 102 Page 9 of 102 Page 10 of 102 Page 11 of 102 Page 12 of 102 Page 13 of 102 Page 14 of 102 Upcoming Events Every Friday - Coffee with the Curators Talks 3/5/26 - LIR Historic Cooking Class 3/12/26 - LIR Early Firefighting in DC 3/26/26 - Museum Open House 5-8pm Visitor Comments "Special Place" "So informative. Fantastic!" February Programs and Events 2/22/26 - Sevastopol Fossil Talk 2/25/26 - SBHS History Club Tour 2/26/26 - LIR Exhibit Creation Class 2/28/26 - Fossil Fest Artifact Donations 2/5/26 - WWI uniform, flag, photos and other military artifacts 2/7/26 - Collection of DC Fair artifacts 2/12/26 - Idlewild Inn sign and photos 2/27/26 - Large collection of DC fossils 2/27/26 - Misc, Door County photos Summary In February, The Friends of the Museum received a $4,540 Sustainability Grant for our digitization initiative. With an additional $500 from the Friends, this will fund a part-time summer intern, and we are also recruiting volunteers to assist with the project. February 2026 Report Submitted by Joe Taylor, Museum and Archives Manager Page 15 of 102 Page 16 of 102 Page 17 of 102 Page 18 of 102 Page 19 of 102 Page 20 of 102 Page 21 of 102 County of Door FACILITIES AND PARKS DEPARTMENT County Government Center 421 Nebraska Street Sturgeon Bay, WI 54235 Wayne Spritka Facilities & Parks Director (920) 746-7130 wspritka@co.door.wi.us MEMORANDUM TO: Chairman, Highway and Facilities Committee FR: Wayne J. Spritka Director, Facilities & Parks SUBJECT: Invitation to Bid- Manufactured Home(s) Date: 3-3-26 The Facilities & Parks Department posted a class I Request for Proposal (RFP) and received one (1) proposal for the project – Door County Facilities & Parks, as authorized in the December 2025 regular Highway and Facilities Committee meeting. The results of the bid tab are attached. The Department recommends awarding the bid to Perret Homes. Perret Homes was the only bidder at $155,000.00 includes 2 alternates for the project. The bid tab is included in the packet. I also recommend a $7,000 contingency and utility connection allowance for subcontract work on this project. The funds to be used for this budget will be a recommendation from the Finance Director and the County Administrator. Total budget of $162,000.00 # Page 22 of 102 Resolution No. 2026-___ Page 1 of 2 § 65.90(5), WIS. STATS. TRANSFER OF FUNDS FOR § 980.08, WIS. STATS. RESIDENTIAL OPTIONS FOR SEXUALLY VIOLENT PERSONS ON SUPERVISED RELEASE TO THE DOOR COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS: WHEREAS, in accordance with Section 65.90(5)(ar) Wisconsin Statutes and Rules of Order 1 #19 the amounts of the various appropriations and the purposes for such appropriations stated 2 in a budget may not be changed unless authorized by a vot e of two -thirds of the entire 3 membership of the County Board of Supervisors; and 4 5 WHEREAS, in 2021, to comply with legal mandates, the County constructed two double -6 occupancy residences for the purpose of providing appropriate housing for individuals subject to 7 supervised release under Chapter 980, Wis. Stats.; and 8 9 WHEREAS, at that same time, the County also installed two concrete pads, with utilities 10 roughed in, to allow for potential future construction of additional residences if needed; and 11 12 WHEREAS, on September 19, 2025, the court ordered the County to identify an appropriate 13 residential option for community placement for an individual subject to supervised release under 14 Chapter 980, Wis. Stats. (“§980 releasee”); and 15 16 WHEREAS, due to a disability of the §980 releasee, the existing residences are not an 17 appropriate residential option for the §980 releasee; and 18 19 WHEREAS, to fulfill the County’s obligation to locate appropriate housing for the §980 20 releasee, the County requested bids for the constru ction of a third residence that includes the 21 required ADA accommodations (the “Project”); and 22 23 WHEREAS, the Project was competitively bid, and a single responsive bid was submitted by 24 Perret Homes, consisting of a base bid of $136,000, an alternate bid of $12,000 for a wood 25 accessibility ramp, and an alternate bid of $7,100 for upgraded skirting materials; and 26 27 WHEREAS, at its March 11, 2026 meeting, the Highway & Facilities Committee: (a) accepted 28 and reviewed the bid, (b) determined Perr et Homes is the lowest responsible bidder, and (c) 29 recommended awarding the Project to Perret Homes, including both alternate bids, conditioned 30 on State and Court approval of the residence; and 31 32 WHEREAS, the Highway & Facilities Committee further recommen ds adding $7,000 to the 33 budget for plumbing/electrical connections, contingency, and any conditions placed by the City 34 of Sturgeon Bay Aesthetic Design Review Board, for a total amount not to exceed $162,100; and 35 36 WHEREAS, the Finance Committee recommen ds transferring an amount not to exceed 37 $162,100 from the 980 Housing Reserve account (100.32195) in the amount of $67,000 and from 38 the General Contingency Expense account (100.06.1161.59103) in the amount of $95, 100 to 39 Capital Outlay Bldg. 980 Housing (401.51.7190.69901.0037A) to provide the funds necessary to 40 complete the Project. 41 Page 23 of 102 Resolution No. 2026-___ Page 2 of 2 § 65.90(5), WIS. STATS. TRANSFER OF FUNDS FOR § 980.08, WIS. STATS. RESIDENTIAL OPTIONS FOR SEXUALLY VIOLENT PERSONS ON SUPERVISED RELEASE ROLL CALL Board Members Aye Nay Exc. Dist. 1 D. Englebert Dist. 2 T. Thayse Dist. 3 vacant Dist. 4 N. Robillard Dist. 5 J. Miller Dist. 6 K. Fisher Dist. 7 C. Morkin Dist. 8 C. Jeanquart Dist. 9 R. Shaw Dist. 10 P. Rockwell Dist. 11 M. Rusnak Dist. 12 N. Norton Dist. 13 D. Vogel Dist. 14 H. Zettel Dist. 15 E. Gauger Dist. 16 D. Enigl Dist. 17 B. Bultman Dist. 18 V. Hancock Dist. 19 vacant Dist. 20 W. Kalms Dist. 21 J. Gunnlaugsson BOARD ACTION Vote Required: Two-Thirds of Members Elect Motion to Approve Adopted 1st Defeated 2nd Yes: No: Exc: Reviewed by: , Corp. Counsel Reviewed by: , Administrator FISCAL IMPACT: The fiscal impact is a decrease of $67,000 to the 980 Reserve which leaves a balance of $50,804.24 and a decrease of $95,100 from contingency expense which leaves a balance of $403,237.68. STW Certification: I, Jill M. Lau , Clerk of Door County, hereby certify that the above is a true and correct copy of a resolution that was adopted on the 24th day of March, 2026 by the Door County Board of Supervisors. Jill M. Lau County Clerk, Door County NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Door County 1 Board of Supervisors, conditioned on State and Court approval of 2 residence, hereby (a) approves awarding the Project to Perret 3 Homes, including both alternate bids, (b) authorizes the Project to 4 proceed to completion, and (c) authoriz es the transfer of an amount 5 not to exceed $162,100 from the 980 Housing Reserve account 6 (100.32195) in the amount of $67,000 and from the General 7 Contingency Expense account (100.06.1161.59103) in the amount of 8 $95,100 to Capital Outlay Bldg. 980 Housing 9 (401.51.7190.69901.0037A) to fund the Project. 10 11 BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this Project will be 12 administered by the Facilities & Parks Director, subject to the general 13 oversight of the Highway & Facilities Committee. 14 15 16 SUBMITTED BY: FINANCE COMMITTEE Jeff Miller, Chairperson Joel Gunnlaugsson David Englebert Dale Vogel Ken Fisher Hugh Zettel Morgan Rusnak Page 24 of 102 County of Door FACILITIES & PARKS DEPARTMENT County Government Center 421 Nebraska Street Sturgeon Bay, WI 54235 Wayne Spritka Facilities & Parks Director (920) 746-7130 wspritka@co.door.wi.us MEMORANDUM TO: Chairman, Highway & Facilities Committee FR: Wayne J. Spritka Director, Facilities & Parks SUBJECT: Washington Island Community Center PIN-028-02-36342944A2 DATE: 3-3-26 Background: Door County Purchase the Historic Island Dairy Property in 2020. The main facility zoned Mixed Commercial Use was remodeled to included Door County Emergency Medical Services garage and facility to support the Washington Island Community. Resolution No. 2021-36 Authorized Phase III of the Construction activities to the facility. Part of the negotiated purchase agreement of the property was to authorized the previous owner a 5-year agreement to management and harvest lavender planted on the property. The agreement has since expired in the fall of 2025. The previous owner no longer desires a claim in the established crops. Gathering Grounds of Washington Island has approached the County with the idea to create a “Farmers Market” venue to support the Washington Island Community as a public gathering space to provide locally produced sources of food. Details of operations including the days of the week need to be understood. Attached is a preliminary sketch that would identify a parking area and use of the structure on the property that is presently unused by the County. The structure is a long wooden shed with doors that open to the north side of the building. Approximate size is 90ft x 12ft. Zoning Challenge: The parcel is split zoned, General Agriculture (GA) and Mixed Use Commercial (MC), please see the photo below for the extent of each zoning district. Page 25 of 102 A farmers market would be classified as a “Retail store” which is permitted only in the Commercial Center (CC), Recreational Commercial (RC), and Mixed Use Commercial (MC) zoning districts. The area requested for use as a Market is located in the General Agriculture Zoning District. The market cannot be placed in the MC area highlighted in red because it could interfere with Emergency Service operations A solution offered by the Land Use Service Zoning Administer would be to apply for a map amendment to rezone the entire parcel to Mixed Use Commercial. Following rezoning, a permit for a “retail store” could be issued over the counter. Page 26 of 102 Page 27 of 102 DRAFT DOOR COUNTY PARKS AND OPEN SPACE PLAN 2026-2030 Door County Facilities and Parks Department, Parks Division Adopted by the Door County Board of Supervisors on March 24, 2026 Door County Parks website: https://www.co.door.wi.gov/174/Facilities-and-Parks Page 28 of 102 DRAFT Door County Parks and Open Space Plan 2026-2030 i | P a g e Acknowledgments Door County Facilities and Parks Department, Parks Division Wayne Spritka, Director Marc Moore, Parks Manager Samantha Birnschein, Administrative Assistant Justin Owens, Maintenance Technician Andrew Schwark, Maintenance Technician John White, Maintenance Technician Door County Highway and Facilities Committee Walter Kalms, Chairperson Ken Fisher, Vice Chairperson David Enigl Elizabeth Gauger Jeffrey Miller Todd Thayse Door County Land Use Services Department Karyn Behling, Director Jeff Kussow, Planner Door County, along with the lands of our Facilities and Parks are located on, are the ancestral homelands of the Menominee Nation. Currently, there are 11 federally recognized Native American sovereign nations in Wisconsin. We acknowledge these indigenous communities who have stewarded this land throughout the generations and pay respect to their elders past and present. Page 29 of 102 DRAFT Door County Parks and Open Space Plan 2026-2030 ii | P a g e [Placeholder for Approval Resolution] Page 30 of 102 DRAFT Door County Parks and Open Space Plan 2026-2030 iii | P a g e TABLE OF CONTENTS Acknowledgments ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ......... i Chapter 1: Introduction ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ..1 A. Purpose ..............................................................................................................................................................1 B. Parks Division Vision, Mission, and Core Values ................................................................................................1 Chapter 2: Goals and Objectives ................................ ................................ ................................ .....................2 A. Parks Goals and Objectives ................................................................................................................................2 Chapter 3: Understanding the plan ................................ ................................ ................................ .................4 A. Definitions ..........................................................................................................................................................4 B. Classifications .....................................................................................................................................................4 C. Description of Process ........................................................................................................................................5 D. Amending the Plan .............................................................................................................................................6 E. Summary of Park and Outdoor Recreation Planning in Door County ................................................................6 F. Other Relevant Statewide and Regional Plans ................................................................................................ 10 G. 2025 Door County Public Input Survey ........................................................................................................... 14 H. Door County Public Open House Meeting ...................................................................................................... 16 Chapter 4: Description of Planning Region, and Proposed Park and Recreation Improvements ....................... 17 A. Description of the Planning Region ................................................................................................................. 17 B. Physical Characteristics of the Region ............................................................................................................. 21 C. Outdoor Recreation Supply Inventory ............................................................................................................ 23 D. Proposed Improvements Plan ......................................................................................................................... 29 E. Funding Programs ............................................................................................................................................ 31 Chapter 5: Planning Considerations ................................ ................................ ................................ .............. 33 A. Guidelines for Potential Land Acquisitions ..................................................................................................... 33 B. Questions to Consider for Potential Land Acquisitions: .................................................................................. 33 C. Guidelines for Potential Park Improvements .................................................................................................. 34 D. Questions to Consider for Potential Park Improvements: .............................................................................. 35 E. Guidelines for potential relinquishment of county-owned park land: ............................................................ 35 Appendix A: Outline of Planning Process ................................ ................................ ................................ ...... 36 Appendix B: Public Input Survey Results ................................ ................................ ................................ ....... 37 Page 31 of 102 DRAFT Door County Parks and Open Space Plan 2026-2030 1 | P a g e Chapter 1: Introduction A. Purpose The primary purpose of the Door County Parks and Open Space Plan, hereinafter referred to as “this Plan”, is to guide county efforts to ensure that residents, visitors, and future generations have safe public access to streams, lakes, and bays, while supporting the protection, restoration, and management of natural areas, historic sites, and locations of significant ecological or scientific value. This plan provides a framework for preserving, enhancing, and connecting Door County’s natural and cultural resources for long-term public benefit. B. Parks Division Vision, Mission, and Core Values The Door County Facilities and Parks Department, overseen by the Door County Highway and Facilities Committee, includes the Parks Division. The Parks Division is managed by a full-time Parks Manager, under the direction of the Facilities and Parks Director. The division also has four full-time technicians and hires approximately ten seasonal limited-term employees between April and November. The Parks Division vision, mission, and core values are described below. Vision: Door County’s parks, natural areas, and open spaces will be cherished world-class landscapes that restore the human spirit, support ecological health, and celebrate our connection to nature. Mission: Door County Parks acquires, restores, and manages lands to protect and preserve public open spaces, natural areas, and scenic landscapes in an ecologically healthy state for the education, enjoyment, and recreation of the public—now and for generations to come. Core Values: • Stewardship: Commitment to the responsible management and protection of natural and cultural resources. • Sustainability: Practices that maintain long-term ecosystem health while supporting responsible public use. • Public Benefit: Ensuring lands provide meaningful opportunities for recreation, education, and enjoyment. • Education and Outreach: Promoting understanding and appreciation of natural and cultural resources through programs and community engagement. • Collaboration: Working with government agencies, organizations, and volunteers to enhance conservation and access. • Equity and Accessibility: Providing safe, inclusive, and equitable access to parks and open spaces for all. Page 32 of 102 DRAFT Door County Parks and Open Space Plan 2026-2030 2 | P a g e Chapter 2: Goals and Objectives A. Parks Goals and Objectives The Parks Division has established the following goals to guide management, planning, and decision-making: Goal 1: Stewardship and Sustainability Protect and manage Door County’s natural, cultural, and historic resources to ensure long-term ecological integrity, scenic quality, and recreational value. Objectives: 1. Implement habitat restoration, invasive species management, and forest health monitoring projects across all county-managed parks. 2. Maintain and enhance park infrastructure to minimize environmental impacts while supporting safe, responsible public access. 3. Preserve and protect historic, cultural, and archaeological sites as integral parts of the County’s identity and park system. 4. Increase awareness of historically and culturally significant sites through incorporation into educational and recreational opportunities. 5. Pursue opportunities to expand open space and natural area protection, including shoreline access and reforestation efforts. 6. Ensure that all park management practices and new developments consider climate resilience and long- term ecological sustainability. Goal 2: Public Engagement and Education Provide meaningful, year-round opportunities for recreation, learning, and connection to Door County’s natural, cultural, and artistic resources. Objectives: 1. Expand interpretive programs, signage, and educational materials to promote understanding of the County’s natural, cultural, and historical heritage. 2. Support and expand efforts that grow four-season recreational opportunities, particularly winter-based recreation. 3. Enhance and promote existing park facilities, including trails, beaches, pavilions, and water access points, to meet diverse recreational needs. 4. Develop partnerships with schools, civic groups, and community organizations to deliver educational and volunteer programs that foster stewardship. 5. Promote community events, festivals, and cultural activities that celebrate Door County’s heritage and encourage outdoor participation. 6. Promote the variety of recreational events, clubs, and competitions in which residents and visitors can partake throughout the year. Page 33 of 102 DRAFT Door County Parks and Open Space Plan 2026-2030 3 | P a g e Goal 3: Collaboration, Equity, and Accessibility Foster partnerships and ensure inclusive, safe, and equitable access to Door County’s parks, open spaces, and natural areas through a connected and sustainable recreation network. Objectives: 1. Collaborate with municipalities, state and federal agencies, and community organizations to develop and maintain a connected system of parks and trails. 2. Expand safe biking and pedestrian routes to serve neighborhoods, schools, recreational areas, and community centers. 3. Provide a safe system of multiuse trails that can be utilized in all seasons. 4. Improve physical access, wayfinding, and amenities to enhance accessibility for people of all ages and abilities, including ADA compliance. 5. Identify underserved populations and rural areas to ensure equitable distribution of recreation opportunities throughout the County. 6. Enhance and develop new water access sites to encourage water-based recreational activities. 7. Encourage volunteer and community involvement in park stewardship, restoration, and programming efforts. Page 34 of 102 DRAFT Door County Parks and Open Space Plan 2026-2030 4 | P a g e Chapter 3: Understanding the plan A. Definitions This section defines terms used throughout this Plan to describe programs, facilities, and recommended actions. Consistent terminology ensures clarity and understanding for implementation and future reference. Acquisition: The process of obtaining land or property through purchase, donation, lease, or easement to protect, preserve, or provide public access. Restoration: Activities that return natural areas or landscapes to a healthy, functioning ecological state, including reforestation, invasive species management, and habitat enhancement. Management: Ongoing care and maintenance of parks, natural areas, and open spaces to ensure ecological integrity, public safety, and quality recreational experiences. Public Access: Safe and equitable opportunities for residents and visitors to enjoy streams, lakes, bays, parks, trails, and other natural areas. Ecological Health: The condition of ecosystems that allows them to function naturally, support biodiversity, and maintain resilience against environmental stressors. Historic Sites: Locations with cultural, historical, or archaeological significance that are protected and interpreted for public education and enjoyment. Open Space: Lands preserved in a natural, scenic, or undeveloped state, including parks, trails, forests, wetlands, and other areas that provide ecological, recreational, or aesthetic benefits. Education and Outreach: Programs, interpretive signage, workshops, and other efforts designed to increase understanding and awareness of natural and cultural resources. Collaboration: Partnerships with government agencies, nonprofit organizations, volunteers, and the community to enhance conservation, programming, and public access. Equity and Accessibility: Ensuring facilities, programs, and lands are available and safe for all individuals, regardless of age, ability, or background. Recommended Actions: Specific strategies, projects, or initiatives proposed by the plan to achieve its goals, implement policies, or enhance park and open space resources. B. Classifications This section defines the classification system used to describe parks, facilities, and other recreational or conservation features recommended by this Plan. Standardized classifications ensure consistency in planning, management, and reporting. Page 35 of 102 DRAFT Door County Parks and Open Space Plan 2026-2030 5 | P a g e Park Types Regional Park: Large areas providing a wide range of recreational opportunities, natural resource protection, and public access. Serves residents and visitors from across the County and surrounding regions. Community Park: Medium-sized areas serving local neighborhoods, offering recreational facilities, trails, and natural areas for everyday use. Neighborhood Park: Smaller areas intended for local residents, providing passive or active recreational opportunities close to home. Natural Area / Open Space: Undeveloped lands preserved for ecological health, scenic value, wildlife habitat, and low-impact recreation. Facility Types Trails: Designated walking, biking, or multi-use pathways connecting parks, neighborhoods, and natural areas. Picnic / Shelter Areas: Spaces for public gatherings, including pavilions, benches, and tables. Playgrounds / Recreation Facilities: Designed areas for active play or organized recreation. Water Access Facilities: Boat launches, docks, fishing piers, or shoreline access points for lakes, streams, and bays. Interpretive / Educational Features: Signage, kiosks, or structures designed to educate visitors about natural, cultural, or historical resources. Recommended Actions Classifications Acquisition / Land Protection: Purchase, donation, or easement to protect or expand public open space. Restoration / Habitat Enhancement: Projects to improve ecological health, including reforestation, invasive species management, and wetland restoration. Facility Development / Improvement: Construction, expansion, or rehabilitation of trails, shelters, restrooms, and other visitor facilities. Programming / Outreach: Initiatives to educate and engage the public, including workshops, tours, or interpretive programs. Partnership / Collaboration: Actions undertaken with agencies, organizations, or volunteers to achieve conservation and public access goals. C. Description of Process The planning process for the Open Space Plan began with a comprehensive assessment of existing parks, natural areas, trails, and recreational facilities, alongside an evaluation of ecological, historical, and cultural resources. Community input was gathered through meetings, a public input survey, and collaboration with local organizations and government agencies to identify priorities. Based on this engagement, goals and objectives were developed to guide land use, conservation, and facility improvements. Environmental, regulatory, and financial factors were considered to determine opportunities and constraints. The final recommendations were Page 36 of 102 DRAFT Door County Parks and Open Space Plan 2026-2030 6 | P a g e reviewed by county leadership and committees, refined through public feedback, and formally adopted to support long-term stewardship, access, and recreation. The process included six meetings with the County Highway and Facilities Committee, an online survey, a public information meeting, and numerous meetings with County staff. An outline of the planning process is included in Appendix A. County staff met with the Highway and Facilities Committee several times throughout the process on January 8, 2025, May 14, 2025, October 8, 2025, November 5, 2025, January 14, 2026 and March 11th, 2026. A public information meeting was held on February 18, 2026. An overview of the plan purpose and recommendations was presented. The public also had opportunity to submit comments on the proposed plan. The Highway and Facilities Committee recommended adoption of the plan to the County Board on March 11, 2026, and the County Board adopted the plan on March 24, 2026. D. Amending the Plan This Plan is intended to guide long-term management, preservation, and public access initiatives. However, changing conditions, new opportunities, or emerging community needs may require periodic updates or amendments. The Door County Facilities and Parks Department reviews the plan every 5 years to assess progress, update inventories, and evaluate new opportunities, in addition to making minor updates annually to reflect current conditions. If amendments are proposed they are evaluated for consideration, public input is sought, and final approval is sought through the Highway and Facility Committee. Once approved they are documented in the living document and maintained as part of the counties official planning records. E. Summary of Park and Outdoor Recreation Planning in Door County Door County has had some form of a county-wide parks plan in place since 1964. Starting in 1974, the County regularly adopted five-year outdoor recreation plans every five years through the year 2011. After 2011, the County outdoor recreation plan was not updated until the most recent outdoor recreation plan, Door County Parks and Open Space Plan 2020-2025, which was adopted in May 2020. Summaries of the County’s Parks and Open Space Plan 2020-2025 and other recent park and outdoor recreation plans are provided below. Door County Parks and Open Space Plan 2020-2025 The Door County Parks and Open Space Plan 2020-2025 was developed by Door County staff. This plan built off of previous County outdoor recreation plans and outlined the County's strategy for managing county-owned parks, open spaces, and other outdoor recreation facilities. The objective of this plan was to encourage the development and maintenance of high-quality, sustainable parks and recreational amenities that meet the needs and demands of County residents and visitors, using the following guiding principles: • Resource Management • Sustainability • Land Use Balance • Public/Private Relationships and Partnerships This plan included vision and mission statements, four overarching goals, and recommended projects and improvements. Projects and improvements identified in the County Parks and Open Space Plan 2020-2025 which have been completed since 2020 or are scheduled for completion are listed in Figure 1. Page 37 of 102 DRAFT Door County Parks and Open Space Plan 2026-2030 7 | P a g e Figure 1: County Parks and Open Space Plan 2020-2025 Completed Projects Ahnapee Trail Installation of boot bushes at trailheads (2020). Baileys Harbor Ridges County Park Parking lot pavement repair/replacement (2025). Cana Island County Park Construction of Cana Island Interpretive Center (2020) Historic restoration of Keeper’s Quarters (2022) Chaudoir’s Dock County Park Installation of automated boat launch fee pay system (2020) Ellison Bluff County Park Roadway paving improvements (2021) Forestville Dam County Park Millpond drawdown project (2021) Boat Ramp Replacement (2021) ADA Boat Dock Replacement (2022) Paving of parking lot (2022) Acquired adjacent 0.6 acres (2022) Prairie planting/development 1.5 acres (2025) Frank E. Murphy County Park Boat ramp repairs (2020) Electrical upgrades (2024) Construction of phase 1 of Beach-to-Beach Trail, connecting park to the Village of Egg Harbor’s beach (2025) George K. Pinney County Park Breakwater maintenance/repair (2020 & 2023) Installation of waterless cleaning station (2020) Installation of automated boat launch fee pay system (2020) Lily Bay County Park Boat ramp approach repairs (2020 & 2023) Meridian County Park Replaced pit toilet with vault toilet (2021) Plum Bottom County Park Replaced pit toilet with vault toilet (2022) Robert M Carmody County Park Installation of waterless cleaning station (2020) Installation of ADA kayak launch (2021) Installation of automated boat launch fee pay system (2020) Robert La Salle County Park New pavilion/shelter (2020) Shoreline restoration (2022) Construction of lower path (2020) Sugar Creek County Park New pavilion/shelter (2024) Prairie planting development .6 acres (2025) Paving of parking area and roads (2022) Tornado County Park Paving of parking area (2022) Page 38 of 102 DRAFT Door County Parks and Open Space Plan 2026-2030 8 | P a g e John Miles County Park Recreation Plan, Phase 1 (2017) This report was developed by Door County staff and contains results from the first phase of planning for John Miles County Park, which focused on a vision for recreational aspects of the park. The plan includes a detailed site assessment of the park that inventories current conditions, plans and studies regarding recreation in general and in John Miles County Park, and demographics of residents and visitors. The plan also includes a summary of input regarding the park gathered through public meetings, an on-line survey, emails, and in-person discussions. This input was also organized into potential action items with timelines for completion dates. Projects and improvements identified in the park plan which have been completed since 2020 or are scheduled for completion include the following: • Midway and Grounds ADA accessibility and paving project (2020) • Repaired lift pump station (2020) • Installed new drain line to pond #1 (2020) • Installed electrical campsite pedestal by south Grandstand (2021) • Installed concrete concession stand area under the Grandstand (2021) • Added 0.26 miles of walking path (2022) • Installed new safety fencing by turns one and two of race track (2022) • Installed gas service to maintenance garage (2023) • Installed safety rails in the Grandstand (2023) • Installed electric camp pedestals at soccer fields (2023) • Repaired pavement at the north entrance, Alabama Street (2024) • Constructed new accessible playground (2024) • Constructed pavilion (2025) • Installed water bottle fill stations at soccer fields (2025) • Installed back gate entrance (2025) Management Plan for Horseshoe Bay Cave (2014) The Management Plan for Horseshoe Bay Cave was developed by the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (WDNR), Door County Soil & Water Conservation Department, and Door County Parks Department as a uniform guide for the management and development of Horseshoe Bay Cave. Horseshoe Bay Cave is one of the longest known caves in Wisconsin and has been identified as a significant bat hibernaculum within the WDNR Natural Heritage Inventory. The only known entrance to Horseshoe Bay Cave is located at Frank E. Murphy County Park in the Town of Egg Harbor. This plan outlined objectives, opportunities, actions, procedures, policies, and recommendations for long-term management, protection, education, access/special activities, and future inventory, monitoring and preservation of the cave. This plan also served as the State- required White Nose Syndrome site-specific prevention plan. General access to the cave is closed each year from October 1st through May 15th to prevent disturbance to hibernating bats. Access to the cave outside of this time period is limited and only allowed with an access permit obtained from the Door County Facilities & Parks Department. Access to the cave must meet the County or State’s goals and objectives for cave/bat management and therefore, access proposals must demonstrate why and how the knowledge gained from the specific visit will advance the goal of cave protection and preservation. The Door County Facilities & Parks Department offers annual public cave tours during two days in the Summer each year. Page 39 of 102 DRAFT Door County Parks and Open Space Plan 2026-2030 9 | P a g e Door County should continue to develop and implement a cave education and interpretive program and cave trustee program, as identified in the management plan, to increase public awareness and education about this special natural resource in the County. Door County, in cooperation with the cave trustee program, should also consider exploring offering additional cave tours as a tool to accomplish increased public awareness and education. Door County Green Fund Multi-Modal Trails Task Force Report (2024) The Door County Green Fund Multi-Modal Trails Task Force Report was completed in 2024 under the direction of the Door County Green Fund, a fund of the Door County Community Foundation, Inc. The goal of this report was to gather information on existing and planned trails from all Door County communities, and put it into a visual form as a guide for trail planning and development throughout Door County. The resulting report provides visual resources to help government, municipalities, individual stakeholder organizations, and residents see how individual projects can contribute to a larger network of connections. This report is incorporated by reference in the Door County Comprehensive and Farmland Preservation Plan 2045, describe below. Door County Comprehensive and Farmland Preservation Plan 2045 (2024) The Door County Comprehensive and Farmland Preservation Plan 2045 was adopted by the Door County Board of Supervisors in November 2024 and became effective on January 1, 2025. This plan serves as a guide to the physical, social, and economic development of the County. Volume I of the County Comprehensive and Farmland Preservation Plan 2045 describes and provides the issues, opportunities, and vision statements for each of the nine elements required to be contained and addressed in comprehensive and farmland preservation plans, which includes parks, open spaces, and recreational resources. Volume 1 also provides overall plan goals, policies, and action items. Chapter 10 of Volume 1 provides issues, opportunities, a summary of current conditions, and a vision statement for bicycle, pedestrian, and recreation resources in Door County. Chapter 11 of Volume I provides plan goals and associated objectives and policies, some of which are related to parks, open space, and recreational facilities in Door County. These goals and associated objectives and policies were referenced when developing goals and objectives of this County Parks & Open Space Plan in order to ensure consistency between both plans. Volume II of the County Comprehensive and Farmland Preservation Plan 2045 provides demographic and other information required by the Wisconsin Statutes for comprehensive and farmland preservation plans, and serves as a resource for local municipalities and organizations. Chapter 12 of Volume II describes bicycle, pedestrian, and recreational resources in Door County. Furthermore, Chapter 12 states that the County Comprehensive and Farmland Preservation Plan 2045 supersedes the 2014 Door County Bicycle, Pedestrian, and Recreational Facilities Plan, and that the 2024 Green Fund Multi-Modal Trails Task Force Report map is now the official county map that will guide multi-modal trail planning efforts. The County Parks and Open Space Plan is a component of and referenced in the County Comprehensive and Farmland Preservation Plan 2045. Door County Trails, Inc., Strategic Master Plan (2026) Established in 2024, Door County Trails, Inc., is a nonprofit organization with a mission to develop a safe bicycle and pedestrian trail network connecting Door County communities. As part of this mission, Door County Trails is in the process of developing a Strategic Master Plan to guide the future trail development across the Door County peninsula. This plan will create a unified, county-wide vision that connects people, communities, and places. A county-wide survey to gather community input and stakeholder meetings are currently underway. Door County should consider incorporating the Door County Trails Strategic Master Plan and its Page 40 of 102 DRAFT Door County Parks and Open Space Plan 2026-2030 10 | P a g e recommendations into this Plan after its completion to ensure consistency and efficiency in trail development efforts throughout the County. Plan completion is anticipated in late Spring 2026. F. Other Relevant Statewide and Regional Plans Statewide outdoor recreation plans and analyses also need to be considered when identifying outdoor recreation trends and needs in Door County. The Wisconsin Statewide Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan (SCORP) and Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources’ Recreation Opportunities Analysis (ROA), and their relationship to park and open space planning in Door County are described below. Wisconsin Statewide Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan 2025-2030 (SCORP) States are required to complete SCORPs every five years to be eligible to participate in the federal Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) State Assistance Program. SCORPs are intended to evaluate outdoor recreation trends and issues of statewide importance and set forth ideas about recreation’s future role in the state. The Wisconsin SCORP 2025-2030 was adopted in January 2025 and will be in effect through 2030. This plan lays out the following three overarching goals and ten strategies for outdoor recreation in Wisconsin. Many of the goals, objectives, recommendations, and proposed improvement included in this Plan are consistent with and supported by the SCORP. SCORP Goals: • Ensure that all Wisconsinites have equitable opportunities to participate in outdoor recreation, regardless of where they live or their ethnicity, gender, income, abilities, or age. • Maintain and expand the sustainability of recreational opportunities in our state, ensuring that existing opportunities are well funded and have the support to grow and expand where needed. • Grow the collaborative partnership approach across federal, state, regional and local agencies and private non-profit organizations and businesses to provide high-quality outdoor experiences for all Wisconsinites. SCORP Strategies: 1. Provide more opportunities for outdoor recreation close to home. 2. Provide needed recreation facilities. 3. Improve affordability of participation. 4. Support, develop, and enhance mentoring programs. 5. Create more welcoming outdoor spaces. 6. Improve the distribution of information on recreation opportunities. 7. Expand and diversify funding sources. 8. Adapt to new environmental conditions both in terms of participation in outdoor activities as well as the management of recreation opportunities and facilities. 9. Lead by example on climate change mitigation. 10. Create an implementation plan that identifies desired outcomes as well as the partners to coordinate and advocate for outdoor recreation throughout Wisconsin Recreation Opportunities Analysis (ROA) The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (WDNR) compiled a Recreation Opportunities Analysis (ROA) to ensure that the WDNR is providing high quality recreation experiences at places well-suited to support those uses and compile information on current recreation opportunities, existing gaps and needs, and WDNR- managed properties that may be well-suited to help address gaps and needs. This analysis was released in 2018 and updated in September 2020. Page 41 of 102 DRAFT Door County Parks and Open Space Plan 2026-2030 11 | P a g e Due to varying recreation opportunities and demands across the State, the ROA divides the State into eight regions. Door County is part of the Upper Lake Michigan Costal region. As a result of the ROA, the WDNR identified needs for recreational activities in the Upper Lake Michigan Costal region as listed in Figure 2 below. Many of the goals, objectives, recommendations, and proposed improvement included in this Door County Parks and Open Space Plan are consistent with and supported by the ROA. Figure 2: Upper Lake Michigan Costal Region Recreational Activity Needs High Priority Medium Priority Low Priority • Bicycling - bicycle touring/road riding or mountain biking/off-road biking • Bird or wildlife watching • Camping • Canoeing or kayaking • Fishing - lake, river or stream fishing from a watercraft, shore, pier, or wading • Hiking, walking, trail running or backpacking • Horseback riding • Motorboating (waterski/tubing, personal watercraft) • Visiting a beach, beach walking • ATV/UTV riding • Cross country skiing • Dog walking • Four-wheel vehicle driving • Hunting - big game, small game or turkey • Nature photography • Off-highway motorcycle riding • Participating in nature-based education programs • Picnicking • Sailing, windsurfing, rowing, stand-up paddling • Snowmobiling • Swimming in lakes and rivers • Target shooting – archery or firearms • Bicycling - fat tire/snow biking • Dog sledding/skijoring • Dog training • Dog trialing • Fishing - ice fishing • Gather mushrooms, berries, etc. • Geocaching • Horse cart driving • Hunting - migratory birds • Rock climbing • Scuba diving/snorkeling • Snowshoeing • Trapping • Whitewater rafting Wisconsin Wildlife Action Plan 2015-2025 States are required to have an approved State Wildlife Action Plan to satisfy funding eligibility through the State Wildlife Grant Program, which is administered by the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service (USFWS) and is the only nationwide program to prevent wildlife from becoming endangered. The Wisconsin Wildlife Action Plan (WWAP) serves as the approved State Wildlife Action Plan and addresses the eight elements required by the USFWS. The WWAP 2015-2025 was approved by the USFWS in May 2016. The WWAP identifies Species of Greatest Conservation Need (SGCN) and natural communities associated with those species. Almost all SGCNs are classified as such, in part, because the area of habitat suitable for their survival has been decreased or it has been degraded or fragmented below their tolerance and ability to adapt and sustain viable populations. This plan also identifies aquatic and terrestrial Conservation Opportunity Areas (COAs), which are places that: • Contain ecological features, natural communities, or SGCN habitat for which Wisconsin has a unique responsibility for protecting; or • Contain habitat with dominant responsibility for conservation when viewed from the global, continental or upper Midwest perspectives. COAs identified in Door County are shown on Maps 1 and 2 and listed in Figure 3 below. All but one are designated as COAs of global significance. Additionally, all five State parks within Door County and several County parks are located within one of the COAs. Door County should carefully consider SGCNs and COAs identified in the WWAP when proposing development and management activities within County parks. Page 42 of 102 DRAFT Door County Parks and Open Space Plan 2026-2030 12 | P a g e Map 1: Conservation Opportunity Areas – Northern Lake Michigan Coastal Ecological Landscape Page 43 of 102 DRAFT Door County Parks and Open Space Plan 2026-2030 13 | P a g e Map 2: Conservation Opportunity Areas – Central Lake Michigan Coastal Ecological Landscape Page 44 of 102 DRAFT Door County Parks and Open Space Plan 2026-2030 14 | P a g e Figure 3: Conservation Opportunity Areas (COA) in Door County COA Name Location COA Type Ecological Significance Lake Michigan/Green Bay County-wide coastal Lake Global Baileys Harbor to Peninsula Baileys Harbor, Ephraim, Gibraltar, Liberty Grove Terrestrial Global Bayshore Blufflands Egg Harbor (town), Sevastopol Terrestrial Global Big & Little Marsh Washington Terrestrial Global Boyer's Bluff Washington Terrestrial Global Chambers Island Gibraltar Terrestrial Global Coffey Swamp Washington Terrestrial Global Detroit Harbor Washington Terrestrial Global Door Bluff County Park Liberty Grove Terrestrial Global Ellison Bluff Liberty Grove Terrestrial Global Gardner Marsh Brussels, Gardner Terrestrial Global Hardwood Swamps Brussels, Forestville, Union Terrestrial State Hibbard Creek Baileys Harbor, Jacksonport Terrestrial Global Jackson Harbor Washington Terrestrial Global Kangaroo Lake Baileys Harbor, Gibraltar, Jacksonport Terrestrial Global Logan Creek Jacksonport Terrestrial Global Mink River to Europe Bay Liberty Grove Terrestrial Global Potawatomi State Park Nasewaupee, Sturgeon Bay (city) Terrestrial Global Rock Island Washington Terrestrial Global Thorp Pond Egg Harbor, Gibraltar Terrestrial Global White Cliff Fen & Forest Egg Harbor (town & village), Gibraltar Terrestrial Global Whitefish Dunes to Sturgeon Bay Clay Banks, Sevastopol, Sturgeon Bay (town & city) Terrestrial Global G. 2025 Door County Public Input Survey In order to gather public opinion on key issues and opportunities relating to parks and outdoor recreation in Door County, an online public input survey was created. The survey was made available to the public on July 14, 2025, and was promoted through the County’s website and two press releases. The survey was available online and closed on August 1, 2025. A total of 278 responses were received. General findings are summarized below. See Appendix B for complete survey results. Door County Parks Usage. The top three activities that survey respondents and members of their household like to do at County parks are: 1. Passive activities such as walking/hiking, relaxing, picnicking, playing, sketching/painting, sight-seeing, nature study, photography, etc. 2. Non-motorized water-based activities such as beach use, swimming, paddling (canoes, kayaks, paddle boards, etc.), surfing, dock/ice fishing, etc. 3. Non-motorized Ahnapee Trail activities such as cross country skiing, snowshoeing, mountain/fat biking, hiking/running, horseback riding, etc. Page 45 of 102 DRAFT Door County Parks and Open Space Plan 2026-2030 15 | P a g e Door County Parks Frequency of Usage. • Over 70% of survey respondents use Cave Point, Frank E. Murphy, and George K. Pinney County Parks, and the Ahnapee State Trail at least once per year. These same County parks and recreational trail are the most frequently used parks with over 52% of those that use these parks visiting the park three or more times per year • Cave Point County Park is the most used park with over 85% of survey respondents using this park at least once per year. Of those that use that use this park at least once per year, almost 60% use this park three or more times per year. • Lyle-Harter-Matter Sanctuary and Plum Bottom County Parks are the least used parks. • Less than 9% of survey respondents use Percy Johnson Memorial, Lyle-Harter-Matter Sanctuary, Tornado Memorial, Plum Bottom, and Meridian County Parks more than two times per year. Door County Park Amenities. The top three issues or projects related to amenities within Door County Parks that survey respondents would like addressed in the next five years are: 1. Develop additional pathways/natural trails 2. Develop/improve playground facilities 3. Develop/improve restroom facilities Signage, Roads, and Parking for/within Door County Parks. The top three issues or projects related to signage, roads, and parking for Door County Parks that survey respondents would like addressed in the next five years are: 1. Develop/improve trailer parking 2. Improve internal park roads 3. Develop/improve internal directional signage within parks Environmental Preservation & Quality within Door County Parks. The top three issues or projects related to environmental preservation and quality within Door County Parks that survey respondents would like addressed in the next five years are: 1. Improve quality of beaches 2. Manage invasive species 3. Reduce shoreline erosion Planning for Trails for Walking, Biking, and Other Non-Motorized Uses. The following areas of collaboration are identified by survey respondents as the most important areas of collaboration between different trail-planning groups (i.e., Door County Parks, DNR, municipalities, non-profits, etc.) when planning for trails in the County: 1. Increase funding opportunities (i.e., grants, donations, etc.) 2. Close gaps and increase trail connectivity throughout the County 3. Connect County parks with other parks, trails, and historical cultural sites Door County Parks Annual Entrance Fee. Over 50% of survey respondents stated they do not support the implementation of an annual entrance fee to Door County parks. Of the survey respondents which support an annual entrance fee, the majority considered $5-$10 a reasonable annual entrance fee. Age of Survey Respondents. Over 56% of survey respondents were 55 years of age or older and less than 12% of survey respondents were younger than 35 years old. Residency or Lodging Location Preference of Survey Respondent. The overwhelming majority of survey respondents (over 34%) are either City of Sturgeon Bay residents or, if not County residents, prefer to rent/camp/lodge in the City of Sturgeon Bay. Page 46 of 102 DRAFT Door County Parks and Open Space Plan 2026-2030 16 | P a g e H. Door County Public Open House Meeting The County hosted a public open house on February 18th to present and review the draft Parks and Open Space Plan following the completion of the community survey and earlier stakeholder outreach. The event gave attendees an opportunity to examine the draft recommendations, ask questions, and offer final input before the plan is completed. During the open house, the Parks Manager summarized key findings from the survey, highlighted major themes from previous engagement, and walked attendees through proposed goals, priority improvements, and long-range strategies for the county-wide park system. Attendees reviewed maps, draft content, and concept materials, and their comments were documented and incorporated into refinements of the final plan. Recommendations made at the open house included: 1. Increasing awareness of parks through advertising and outreach 2. Creating water trails with associated camping opportunities 3. Adding attractions and amenities for young people, such as indoor court facilities and indoor recreational options 4. Expanding opportunities for scavenger hunts and geocaching 5. Enhancing donation programs to support parks and recreation While all recommendations were heard and carefully considered, they were not incorporated into the plan’s priority actions for the next five years. Page 47 of 102 DRAFT Door County Parks and Open Space Plan 2026-2030 17 | P a g e Chapter 4: Description of Planning Region, and Proposed Park and Recreation Improvements A. Description of the Planning Region Door County is part of a narrow peninsula located in northeastern Wisconsin. The County lies between the waters of Green Bay to the west, and Lake Michigan to the east and north. Its entire southern border is adjacent to Kewaunee County. Door County is over 68 miles in length from its southwestern corner to the northern tip of Rock Island. The County seat is the City of Sturgeon Bay, and is located approximately 10 miles from the County’s southern border, 45 miles from the City of Green Bay, 157 miles from Milwaukee, 185 miles from Madison, and 246 miles from Chicago. Door County encompasses approximately 488 square miles of land and 300 miles of coastal shoreline – one of the highest numbers of miles of coastal shoreline of any county in the United States. The County is comprised of the following 19 local municipalities and shown on Map 3, Door County Municipalities: • City of Sturgeon Bay • Villages of Egg Harbor, Ephraim, Forestville, and Sister Bay • Towns of Baileys Harbor, Brussels, Clay Banks, Egg Harbor, Forestville, Gardner, Gibraltar, Jacksonport, Liberty Grove, Nasewaupee, Sevastopol, Sturgeon Bay, Union, and Washington Page 48 of 102 DRAFT Door County Parks and Open Space Plan 2026-2030 18 | P a g e Map 3: Door County Municipalities Page 49 of 102 DRAFT Door County Parks and Open Space Plan 2026-2030 19 | P a g e Population Trends and Projections There is a direct relationship between population trends and projections, and park and recreation facility needs. As seen in Figure 4, Door County’s population has seen relatively steady population growth over the last 50 years, with a 55% increase in population since 1970. The highest growth period was between 1970 and 1980 when the County’s population grew by over 24%. On the contrary, the County experienced a slight population decline of 0.6% between 2000 and 2010. Figure 4: Population (1970-2025) Sources: Decennial Census (1970-2020), U.S. Census Bureau; County Population Estimates (2025), Wisconsin Demographics Services Center Figure 5 shows population projections for Door County through the year 2050, according to the Wisconsin Department of Administration Demographics Services Center. Door County’s population is projected to increase slightly by 2030, followed by two consecutive decades of projected population loss. The County’s population is projected to decrease 4.3% by 2050, when compared to the County’s 2020 population. Figure 5: Population Projections Sources: Decennial Census (2020), U.S. Census Bureau; County Population Projections (2024), Wisconsin Demographics Services Center Page 50 of 102 DRAFT Door County Parks and Open Space Plan 2026-2030 20 | P a g e Door County’s age distribution is shown in Figure 6, according to the U.S. Census Bureau’s 2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Door County’s population is an aging population with almost 32% being of retirement age (65 years or older). Over 29% of the County’s population is of prime working age (25-54 years) and slightly under 22% is younger than 25 years old. When comparing the County’s age distribution to the State as a whole, the share of people in Door County which are of retirement age is almost twice than that of the State, with only 18% of the State’s population being 65 years of age or older. Additionally, the percentage of people in the County which are of prime working age and younger are significantly less than that of the State, with 37% of the State’s population being of prime working age and almost 31% being younger than 25 years old. Figure 6: Population Age Source: 2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimate, U.S. Census Bureau Race: According to the 2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates, the largest percentage of County residents (93.3%) were “White”. The second largest group was “two or more races” (4%), followed by “some other race” (1%), “American Indian or Alaska Native” (0.8%), “Black or African American” (0.7%), and “Asian” (0.3%). Employment and Economy: According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Local Area Unemployment Statistics (LAUS), an estimated 17,022 people were employed in Door County in August 2025, which is higher than total employment in August 2020 (16,045) and August 2015 (16,391). The estimated unemployment rate in Door County was 2.6% in August 2025, which is the same as the State’s August 2025 unemployment rate and significantly lower than the County’s unemployment rates in August 2020 (4.8%) and August 2015 (4.1%). Page 51 of 102 DRAFT Door County Parks and Open Space Plan 2026-2030 21 | P a g e Leisure and hospitality continues to be the largest industry sector in Door County, employing an average of over 3,200 people on a monthly basis in 2024. This is due to the abundance of tourism in the County, which further emphasizes the importance of planning for and developing quality parks and recreation facilities for residents, employees, and visitors alike. Other primary industries within the County include trade, transportation and utilities, education and health services, and manufacturing, all employing over 2,000 people on a monthly basis in 2024. Major employers within the County include Fincantieri Bay Shipbuilding, Door County Medical Center, and Door County government. B. Physical Characteristics of the Region The natural features of Door County define its scenic beauty, ecological diversity, and recreational value. Understanding these characteristics helps guide the preservation and management of open spaces, natural areas, and park resources. Topography Door County occupies the northernmost portion of the Door Peninsula, a narrow landform extending between Lake Michigan on the east and Green Bay on the west. The County covers approximately 482 square miles of land area and features gently rolling terrain shaped by glacial activity. The most distinctive topographic feature is the Niagara Escarpment—a dolostone ridge that runs the length of the peninsula and is part of one of North America’s most important geological formations. The Niagara Escarpment is globally significant because it represents a continuous bedrock feature stretching over 650 miles from New York through Ontario, Michigan, and Wisconsin. It is recognized as a UNESCO World Biosphere Reserve in Ontario, highlighting its ecological and geological importance. In Door County, this escarpment rises sharply 60 to 200 feet above the surrounding landscape, creating dramatic cliffs and bluffs that overlook Green Bay and Lake Michigan. These cliffs harbor ancient white cedar forests, rare alvar ecosystems, and globally rare species such as the Hine’s emerald dragonfly and dwarf lake iris, making the area a biodiversity hotspot. Elevations in Door County generally range from about 580 feet above sea level along the shoreline to approximately 880 feet in the interior uplands. These unique landforms—ridges, swales, dunes, and bluffs—are shaped by the escarpment and glacial processes, contributing to Door County’s scenic character and influencing patterns of vegetation, drainage, and land use. The escarpment’s microclimates and karst features provide critical habitat for species found nowhere else, reinforcing its global conservation value. Page 52 of 102 DRAFT Door County Parks and Open Space Plan 2026-2030 22 | P a g e Water Resources Water resources define much of Door County’s identity. Bordered by Lake Michigan and Green Bay, the County has over 300 miles of shoreline, more than any other county in Wisconsin. Numerous bays, inlets, and harbors provide opportunities for recreation, boating, and habitat protection. Inland, the County contains a variety of streams, wetlands, ponds, and small inland lakes, many of which are connected to the peninsula’s groundwater system. Wetlands are especially important for water filtration, wildlife habitat, and stormwater retention. The shallow and fractured bedrock characteristic of Door County allows for rapid groundwater recharge but also makes the region highly vulnerable to contamination. Protecting surface and groundwater quality remains a key priority for maintaining both environmental health and recreational value. Climate Door County experiences a humid continental climate moderated by the surrounding waters of Lake Michigan and Green Bay. This proximity tempers temperature extremes, leading to cooler summers and milder winters compared to inland areas. The average annual temperature is approximately 45°F, with an average annual precipitation of 33–34 inches and an average annual snowfall of about 48 inches. The growing season averages 140–160 days, supporting diverse plant communities and agricultural uses. Recent climate trends indicate slightly warmer annual temperatures, more frequent heavy precipitation events, and fluctuating lake levels. These changes may impact shoreline stability, wetland hydrology, and vegetation composition—factors that must be considered in long-term open space management. Soils Door County’s soils are strongly influenced by its glacial history and dolostone bedrock. In many areas, soils are thin and rocky, with limited depth to bedrock. These shallow soils, particularly prevalent in northern and coastal areas, restrict development potential but contribute to the area’s distinctive natural character. The dominant soil associations include the Summerville–Omena–Solona complex and the Longrie–Emmet–Kolberg series, typically well-drained to moderately well-drained loams and silt loams. The fractured dolostone beneath the surface produces sinkholes, caves, and disappearing streams, influencing drainage and groundwater movement. Soil conservation and careful land-use management are critical in maintaining water quality and preventing erosion in sensitive areas. Flora and Fauna Door County supports an exceptionally rich diversity of plant and animal life due to its varied topography, microclimates, and proximity to two large water bodies. The County’s ecosystems include mixed hardwood forests, conifer stands, wetlands, dune complexes, and alvar habitats found along the Niagara Escarpment. Dominant forest species include sugar maple, basswood, beech, white cedar, red oak, and hemlock. Wetlands support cattails, sedges, tamarack, and black ash, while rare plant communities such as limestone cliff and boreal forest occur in protected areas like Rock Island and Newport State Parks. Common wildlife includes white-tailed deer, red fox, coyote, raccoon, and various small mammals. Door County is also an important area Page 53 of 102 DRAFT Door County Parks and Open Space Plan 2026-2030 23 | P a g e for migratory birds, including waterfowl and neotropical songbirds. The surrounding waters support fish species such as smallmouth bass, walleye, northern pike, trout, and salmon. Maintaining healthy habitats and ecological corridors across public and private lands is essential to sustaining Door County’s biodiversity and scenic integrity. C. Outdoor Recreation Supply Inventory Door County’s 21 county-managed parks and Trail system provide over 1,000 acres of recreational space, offering a balanced mix of developed and undeveloped areas that ensure public enjoyment while protecting ecological integrity, scenic vistas, and cultural heritage. See Map 4, County Parks. Page 54 of 102 DRAFT Door County Parks and Open Space Plan 2026-2030 24 | P a g e Map 4: County Parks Page 55 of 102 DRAFT Door County Parks and Open Space Plan 2026-2030 25 | P a g e Developed County Parks Figure 7 describes existing developed County parks, including access, use, and recreational facility types. Figure 7: Developed County Parks Baileys Harbor Ridges 2301 Ridges Road, Baileys Harbor Park Type/Size: Regional Park, 40 acres Public Access Points: Beach parking lot on 2301 Ridges Rd. Baileys Harbor Current Use: Swimming beach, picnic, kite surfing, parking Facility Types: Water access, picnic areas, trails Cana Island Lighthouse 8800E Cana Island Road, Baileys Harbor Park Type/ Size: Regional Park, 12.1 acres Public Access Points: Parking lot on East Cana Island Road Current Use: Historic interpretive programs, shoreline access Benches, hiking, scuba diving from shore, kayaking, after hours photography Facility Types: Water Access, picnic areas, Interpretive features, restrooms, parking Canal 2501 Canal Road, Sturgeon Bay Park Type/Size: Regional Park, 79.4 acres Public Access Points: options for parking along Canal Rd, and parking at the end of barge Rd Current Use: Passive recreation, fishing, hiking, maritime observation, habitat preservation Facility Types: Trails, Picnic areas, Water access, Interpretive features Cave Point 5360 Schauer Road, Jacksonport Park Type/Size: Regional Park, 19.3 acres Public Access Points: Parking lot on 5360 Schauer Road Current Use: Hiking trails, scenic overlooks, photography, nature observation, after hours photography, bow hunting Facility Types: Trails, Picnic areas, Shelter, interpretive features Chaudoir’s Dock 10865 County Highway N, Union Park Type/Size: Community Park, 4.7 acres Public Access Points: Parking lot on 10865 CTY Rd N, Union Current Use: Harbor of refuge, fishing, boat launch Facility Types: Water access, picnic areas Frank E. Murphy 7119 Horseshoe Bay Road, Egg Harbor Park type/Size: Regional Park, 34 acres Public Access Points: Main entrance on 7119 Bayshore Dr, Egg Harbor Current Use: Volleyball, swimming, boating, grilling, active play, bow hunting Facility Types: Shelter/picnic area, water access, playground/ recreation facility, trails, interpretive features, Horseshoe Bay Cave Page 56 of 102 DRAFT Door County Parks and Open Space Plan 2026-2030 26 | P a g e Figure 7: Developed County Parks (continued) Forestville Dam 479 Mill Road, Forestville Park type/Size: Regional Park, 72 acres Public Access Points: Parking lot on 479 Mill Rd, Forestville Current Use: Fishing, boating, river-based recreation, trail access, hunting Facility Types: Picnic area /shelter, water access, playground, trails George K. Pinney 4879 Bay Shore Drive, Sturgeon Bay Park type/Size: Community Park, 11.7 acres Public Access Points: Parking lot on 4879 Bayshore Dr. Sturgeon Bay Current Use: Harbor of refuge, fishing, boating, picnic areas, after hours photography Facility Types: Picnic area/ shelter, water access, interpretive features John Miles 916 N 14th Avenue, Sturgeon Bay Park type/Size: Regional Park, 54.7 acres Public Access Points: Main entrance on 916 N 14th Ave, Sturgeon Bay Current Use: Soccer fields, horse arena, playgrounds, pavilion, oval dirt track with grandstands, Music Pavilion Facilities types: Picnic area/shelter, multipurpose building rental, playground, recreation Plum Bottom 6725 State Highway 42, Egg Harbor Park type/Size: Neighborhood Park, 5 acres Public Access Points: Parking off 6725 WI-42, Egg Harbor Current Use: Trails, picnic areas Facility types: picnic area, interpretive features Sugar Creek 2349 County Highway N, Gardner Park type/Size: Regional Park, 35.6 acres Public Access Points: Parking off 2349 CTY Rd N, Gardner Current Use: Trails, picnic areas, disc golf course, bow hunting eastern 15 acres Facility types: Picnic area/Shelter, water access, trails, recreation facilities Lily Bay E4449 County Highway T, Sturgeon Bay Park type/ Size: Neighborhood Park, 0.5 acres Public Access Points: Parking on E4449 CTY Rd T, Town of Sturgeon Bay Current use: Natural shoreline, wetlands, parking, fair weather small vessel boat access, photography Facility types: Water access, interpretive features Maplewood Trailhead 1613 State Highway 42, Maplewood Park type/ Size: Neighborhood Park, 0.3 acres Public Access Points: 1613 WI-42, Maplewood Current use: Wayside and trailhead, bicycle maintenance Facility types: Trails, picnic area Page 57 of 102 DRAFT Door County Parks and Open Space Plan 2026-2030 27 | P a g e Figure 7: Developed County Parks (continued) Robert LaSalle 404 Lower Lasalle Road / 408 County Highway U, Algoma Park type/ Size: Community Park, 29.3 acres Public Access Points: Parking on 404 Lower Lasalle Rd & 408 CTH U, Algoma Current use: Historic site, with natural prairie, forest, access to Lake Michigan, bow hunting Facility types: Picnic areas/ Shelter, playground, interpretive features, trails, water access Robert M. Carmody 3570 County Highway CC, Gardner Park type/ Size: Community Park, 10.4 acres Public Access Points: Boat ramp and parking on 3570 CTY Rd CC, Gardner Current use: Public access, Harbor of refuge, boat ramps, kayak launch, picnic areas Facility types: Water access, picnic facilities Undeveloped County Parks Figure 8 describes existing undeveloped County parks, including access, use, and recreational facility types. Figure 8: Undeveloped County Parks Door Bluff Headlands 12900 Door Bluff Park Road, Gills Rock Park type/ Size: Natural Area, 252.6 acres Public Access Points: Parking lot off 12900 Door Bluff Park Rd, Gills Rock Current Use: Bluff-top hiking, scenic overlooks, hunting Facility type: Trails, Interpretive features Ellison Bluff 12050 Ellison Bluff Road, Liberty Grove Park type/ Size: Natural Area, 194.3 acres Public Access Points: Parking on 12050 Ellison Bluff Rd, Liberty Grove Current Use: Hiking trails, nature observation, hunting Facility types: Trail, Interpretive features Lyle-Harter-Matter Sanctuary 6799 State Highway 57, Jacksonport Park type/ Size: Natural Area, 39.8 acres Public Access Points: Access by hiking through Meridian County Park at 6799 STH 57 Current Use: Wildlife observation, preserved habitats and wetlands Facility types: Natural area Meridian 6799 State Highway 57, Jacksonport Park type/ Size: Natural Area, 142.3 acres Public Access Points: Limited access at 6799 STH 57 Current Use: State Natural Area, passive recreation, habitat protection, hunting Facility types: Trails, Interpretive features Page 58 of 102 DRAFT Door County Parks and Open Space Plan 2026-2030 28 | P a g e Figure 8: Undeveloped County Parks (continued) Percy Johnson Memorial 640 Lakeview Road, Washington Island Park type/ Size: Neighborhood Park, 4.9 acres Public Access Points: Parking off 640 Lakeview Rd, Washington Island Current Use: Minimal infrastructure, scenic enjoyment Facility types: Water access, picnic area, interpretive features Tornado Memorial 1961 County Highway DK, Gardner Park type/ Size: Neighborhood Park, 2.6 acres Public Access Points: Parking on 1961 CTY DK, Town of Gardner Current Use: Picnic area, historic resources Facility types: Picnic areas, interpretive features County Trails Ahnapee State Trail The Ahnapee State Trail is a 48-mile multi-use recreational trail developed along a former railroad corridor. It spans Door and Kewaunee Counties and is cooperatively managed by both counties in partnership with the State of Wisconsin. Door County’s 12-mile segment begins in the City of Sturgeon Bay, continues through the Town of Maplewood, and passes through the Village of Forestville before entering Kewaunee County. This scenic trail is open to pedestrians, bicyclists, and equestrians from April 15 to November 15, and is also available for snowmobiling, cross- country skiing, and snowshoeing during the winter months. Trailheads with restroom facilities are located at: • Sturgeon Bay Trailhead 1820 Neenah St., Sturgeon Bay • Maplewood Trailhead 1613 STH 42, Maplewood • Forestville Dam County Park 479 Mill Rd., Forestville These access points provide convenient entry and amenities for year-round trail users. Page 59 of 102 DRAFT Door County Parks and Open Space Plan 2026-2030 29 | P a g e Ice Age National Scenic Trail The Ice Age Trail is a nationally and state-designated scenic trail that begins (or ends) in Door County, marking its eastern terminus. Portions of the Ice Age Trail overlap with the Ahnapee State Trail, incorporating the Sturgeon Bay and Forestville Segments. This trail tells the story of the Ice Age and continental glaciation, guiding hikers along a scenic footpath shaped by ancient geological forces. It offers both educational and recreational opportunities, making it a unique feature of Door County’s natural landscape. Door County Snowmobile Trail System During the winter months, Door County offers over 250 miles of designated snowmobile trails, providing scenic and well-maintained routes throughout the region. The exact trail locations may vary annually due to new developments or land use changes. For the most current trail maps and conditions, please contact the Door County Parks Department or reach out to one of the local snowmobile clubs responsible for maintaining the trails: • Door Central Snow Goers • Door Pioneer Trailblazers • Red River Riders • Southern Door Snow Travelers • Sturgeon Bay Door Drifters • Top O’ The Thumb • Villagers These clubs play a vital role in grooming and maintaining the trail system, ensuring safe and enjoyable riding experiences for residents and visitors alike. Door County Trails, Inc. Door County Trails, Inc., is a nonprofit organization led by a volunteer Board of Directors established in 2024. This organization emerged from a series of collaborative, community-focused efforts aimed at connecting communities across the County through a comprehensive trail network. Their mission is to develop a safe bicycle and pedestrian trail network connecting Door County communities. Door County Trails works to achieve this mission by collaborating with and assisting communities with trail planning, development, and professional assistance for trail projects linking towns, villages, the city, and neighborhoods throughout the County for everyday transportation and recreation purposes. As discussed in Chapter 3 of this Plan, Door County Trails is currently in the process of developing a Strategic Master Plan to guide the future trail development throughout the County, and Door County should consider incorporating the Strategic Master Plan and its recommendations into this Plan after its completion to ensure consistency and efficiency in trail development efforts throughout the County. D. Proposed Improvements Plan Figure 9 is the proposed improvements plan for County parks and trails., including access, use, and recreational facility types. This is a list of potential/anticipated projects and approval of this Plan does not obligate the County to complete the specified projects within the specified timeframe (or at all). Page 60 of 102 DRAFT Door County Parks and Open Space Plan 2026-2030 30 | P a g e Figure 9: Proposed Improvements Plan Project Name 2026 2027 2028 2029 2030 Funds Ahnapee State Trail (trailhead) Trail resurfacing (if needed) $20,000 $20,000 $20,000 $20,000 County/Grant Culvert Clean Out $7,500 County /Grant/private Culvert Replacement $29,519 County/Grant/private Trail Maintenance brushing and mowing $3500 County/Grant/private Trailhead lot improvement/signage $5000 County/Grant/private Baileys Harbor Ridges Stripe Parking lot $5,000 $5,000 County Cave Point Restripe parking lot $5,000 County Park pass collection system $35,000 County Cana Island Lighthouse Whitewash tower $125,000 County/private Canal Park Rebuild timber steps and benches/Signage $2,500 Grant/private Repair Benches $2,500 Grant/private Replace historic signage $4,000 Grant/private Door Bluff Headlands Resurfacing road $20,000 County Ellison Bluff Trail development in authorized northeastern area $50,000 County/ Grant/private Forestville Dam Install boat launch lighting(electrical) $10,000 County Frank E. Murphy Mobi-Mats and dispenser (accessibility) $26,000 County/grant/private Volleyball court repair and replacement $21,000 County/grant/private Seal parking lot and restripe $10,000 County Beach to Beach trail interpretive signage $15,000 County/Grant/Private Cave historical study $50,000 County/Grant/Private Cave Interpretive structure $250,000 County/Grant/Private George K. Pinney Break wall inspection/survey $7,500 County/grant Anticipated repairs to the break wall $20,000 County/grant John Miles Acquire additional property $450,000 County/grant/private Build indoor sports complex $23,500,000 County/grant/private Replace Pit Row fencing $10,000 $10,000 County/private Lily Bay Replace existing dock structure(accessibility) $80,000 County/grant Meridian Replace Kiosk $4,500 County Plum Bottom Replace pavilion $15,000 County/private Robert M. Carmody Wave attenuator resurfacing and repair $35,000 County/grant Restripe parking lot $5,000 County Sugar Creek Design and build Playground $48,000 Grant/private Tornado Memorial Vault toilet replacement $130,000 County Page 61 of 102 DRAFT Door County Parks and Open Space Plan 2026-2030 31 | P a g e E. Funding Programs Funding for recreational development can come from a number of sources, both public and private. Most funding for this type of development comes from local, funding sources. Local Funding Sources Local funding comes from a number of sources including the Special Revenue Accounts, allocations from the local tax base, and donations and grants from individuals and organizations, including but not limited to the following organizations: • Friends of the Door County Park System, Inc. • Door County Community Foundation, Inc. • Destination Door County • Raibrook Foundation, Inc. • Door County Trails, Inc. Non-Local Funding Sources Non-local funding can come from a number of sources in the form of a loans, grants, and loan guarantees. The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (WDNR), U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS), and U.S. Department of Agriculture Rural Development (USDA-RD) are primary sources of non-local funding and provide competitive funding opportunities relating to outdoor recreation. Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (WDNR) Programs County Conservation Aids. The County Conservation Aids provide funds to counties to carry out fish or wildlife management projects that enhance fish and wildlife habitat or fishing and hunting opportunities. Federal Aid in Sport Fish Restoration. The Federal Aid in Sport Fish Restoration provides funding for sport fish restoration and access, including the construction of boat landings and fishing piers. Recreational Boating Facilities Program (RBF). The Recreational Boating Facilities program is a quarterly grant program which provides funds to local units of government and qualified lake associations for the construction of capital improvements to provide safe recreational boating facilities, such as boat ramps, launches, parking lots, restrooms and other boating-related improvements. The RBF program also provides financial assistance for feasibility studies related to the development of safe recreational boating facilities, purchase of aquatic weed harvesting equipment, purchase of navigation aids, dredging of channels of waterways, and chemical treatment of Eurasian water milfoil. The Wisconsin Waterways Commission approves projects to receive RBF funding on a quarterly basis. Recreational Trails Program. The Recreation Trails Program provides funds for motorized and non-motorized recreation trail rehabilitation, trail maintenance, trail development, and trail acquisition. This is a federal program administered by the WDNR. Snowmobile Trail Aids. Snowmobile Trail Aids provide funds to maintain trail systems that provide passage through a county and connections with adjacent counties. Page 62 of 102 DRAFT Door County Parks and Open Space Plan 2026-2030 32 | P a g e Stewardship Local Assistance - Acquisition and Development of Local Parks. Stewardship Local Assistance - Acquisition and Development of Local Parks provides funding to acquire land, rights in land, and develop public outdoor recreation areas for nature-based outdoor recreation purposes. Projects focus on providing access for the greatest number of potential users, and providing the greatest opportunities for nature-based outdoor recreation. Stewardship Local Assistance - Acquisition of Development Rights. Stewardship Local Assistance - Acquisition of Development Rights provides funding for the acquisition of development rights that provide or enhance nature-based outdoor recreation areas. Projects must be part of an approved Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan. Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF). The LWCF provides financial assistance to state agencies, counties, villages, towns, school districts, cities, and Indian tribes for the acquisition and development of public outdoor recreation areas and facilities. The program provides up to 50 percent reimbursement grants for approved state and local projects. Competition for LWCF funds is on a statewide basis. This is a federal program administered by the WDNR. Page 63 of 102 DRAFT Door County Parks and Open Space Plan 2026-2030 33 | P a g e Chapter 5: Planning Considerations When considering potential land acquisitions, donations, or improvements to existing Door County parks, it is envisioned that the Parks Division vision, mission and core values in Chapter 1 and parks goals and objectives in Chapter 2 will be used in conjunction with the following guidelines and questions. A. Guidelines for Potential Land Acquisitions Properties for potential parkland are brought to the attention of the Parks Division in a variety of ways, including unsolicited outreach by interested sellers and via ongoing conversations with various public and not-for-profit entities. The Parks Division will continue to rely upon an evolving set of creative land acquisition and financing techniques to stretch and leverage its land acquisition funding. The following are guidelines for potential land acquisitions. • Prioritize acquisitions that are a good value, that help stretch public land acquisition dollars. • Prioritize acquisitions where there is a willing seller and local political support so that the acquisition will not be delayed for years in costly, contested proceedings. • Prioritize acquisitions/donations where other organizations can contribute to the cost and/or care of new sites. Collaborate with other agencies, such as the Door County Land Trust or The Nature Conservancy, to increase conservation and recreation opportunities. • Prioritize acquisitions/donations that connect or expand, link to, add to, fill in, or buffer existing holdings, and other connections that support mission and goals. • Prioritize acquisitions/donations of sites that contain remnant native populations or unique natural resources as well as those with unique ecological, historical, archaeological, topological, cultural, or other significant features. • Prioritize acquisition of land adjacent to lake waters to increase public water access, particularly on the Lake Michigan shore between Rowleys Bay and Sturgeon Bay. • Prioritize acquisitions/donations of larger sites to take advantage of lower land costs and larger opportunity sites. o Smaller isolated sites present management and maintenance challenges and should only be considered where there is a strong case that the site would contribute to the Parks Division vision, mission and core values, and parks goals and objectives of this County Parks and Open Space Plan. o Explore acquisition of failed development projects as large-site opportunities at reduced costs. B. Questions to Consider for Potential Land Acquisitions: • Does the acquisition support the overall Parks Division vision, mission and core values, and parks goals and objectives of this County Parks and Open Space Plan? • Is the land located adjacent to or near an existing county park? If yes, is adjacent land acquisition recommended by this plan? • If adjacent or near an existing county park, how would the acquisition complement the existing county park? • Would the acquisition provide greater connectivity between existing county parks? • Is there potential to partner with another organization on the acquisition? • Does the land have sensitive natural features that need to be protected? If so, is there a conservation organization that may be a better steward? • Does the land have unique geological features (i.e., drumlins, steep slopes, varied terrain, scenic view, etc.)? Page 64 of 102 DRAFT Door County Parks and Open Space Plan 2026-2030 34 | P a g e • Does the land have historical significance? If so, would a historical organization be a better steward? • Does the land have potential to be restored back to native species with feasible expense? • Is the land located on or near the County’s recommended bicycle network? • Is the land located on a segment of a county highway that has 3 foot or greater shoulder width? • Would the land provide an interesting or convenient stop for bicyclists or other silent sports enthusiasts? • Is the land located within an area identified as an enhancement zone by the Lake Michigan State Water Trail? C. Guidelines for Potential Park Improvements • Prioritize activities that will engage new users, promote healthy lifestyles, connect people to nature, and protect sensitive natural features. • Prioritize use of limited capital funds for improvement of the parks system by evaluating conditions and needs as well as information on projected public uses or unique resources. This may require consultant support. Some new capital projects can be added in response to requests from the public and staff members via public input opportunities. Grant funding and contributions from land use and utility license agreements are also increasingly a factor in prioritizing new capital investments. • Maintain a policy that ensures adequate compensation to the County when granting exclusive use of county park facilities and/or resource lands to non-county agencies, groups or individuals, or granting easements or other permanent rights to park and resource land. • Improve user experience by providing at least basic facilities at all county parks, including: o Potable water supply for drinking, washing, and fire defense purposes. o Adequate access and designated parking areas. o ADA accessibility and inclusivity improvements such as: ▪ ADA-accessible toilets, preferably vault-type where more sophisticated systems are not practical. ▪ Features that will aid handicapped people such as specialized walkways, hard-surfaced walkways, wide doorways, grab-rails in restrooms, special seating at picnic areas and at spectator events, and special playground apparatus. • Build the County parks brand identity, including: o Provide consistency in signage, markers, and structures. o Identify park entrance(s) and boundaries. o Identify opportunities to ensure a safe and easy-to-navigate trail system within county parks. ▪ Provide baseline information on the current trail system. ▪ Recommend new policies for managing trails. ▪ Create a process for assessing requests to improve unrecognized trails. ▪ Prioritize future capital improvement projects to enhance trail systems. • Develop areas that provide the potential to accommodate a variety of activities, as opposed to single purpose activities. Page 65 of 102 DRAFT Door County Parks and Open Space Plan 2026-2030 35 | P a g e D. Questions to Consider for Potential Park Improvements: • Does the potential improvement support the overall Parks Division vision, mission and core values, and parks goals and objectives of this County Parks and Open Space Plan? • Is the improvement identified in this plan or another appropriate action plan? • Would the improvement enhance current uses and/or enhance current users’ experience? • Would the improvement help protect sensitive natural features? • Is there potential to partner with another organization or entity on the improvement? • Would the improvement provide a unique interactive experience that cannot be commonly found elsewhere and would attract new users? • Would the improvement enhance the educational and/or historical aspect of the park? • Is the upgrade at a park that is located along the Lake Michigan State Water Trail? • Would the upgrade fulfill a need within an enhancement zone, as identified by the Lake Michigan State Water Trail plan? • Will the improvement serve a niche interest, if so, is there an economic impact? E. Guidelines for potential relinquishment of county-owned park land: Relinquishment of county-owned park land for purposes other than preservation or recreation shall be dependent upon: • The impact on fulfillment of the overall Parks Division vision, mission and core values, and parks goals and objectives of this County Parks and Open Space Plan. • The long-term impacts on park and recreational use throughout Door County. • An equal exchange of land value is provided in return. • The dedication of revenues to additional park lands and improvements. • Actions are consistent with local and regional plans. • A determination that the land is not needed for county park and open space purposes, both at the present and in the future. • Consideration of the total costs and benefits of ownership of the land. • Protective deed restrictions placed on title of property. Page 66 of 102 DRAFT Door County Parks and Open Space Plan 2026-2030 36 | P a g e Appendix A: Outline of Planning Process Highway and Facilities Committee Meeting (January 8, 2025): Parks Manager reported to the Committee that the Facilities and Parks Department will begin working on the 2026-2030 Plan in coordination with the Land Use Services Department, with anticipated adoption in May 2026. Highway and Facilities Committee Meeting (May 14, 2025): Parks Manager reported to the Committee on the plan update process/status and public input survey. Public Input Survey (July 14, 2025 – August 1, 2025): Parks Manager and County Planner developed a public input survey for the purpose of gathering public feedback to identify priorities and needs. The survey was made available to the public on July 14th and closed on August 1st. The survey was available online, and was promoted through the County’s website and two press releases. Highway and Facilities Committee Meeting (October 8, 2025): County Planner provided an update of the planning project and the planning process timeline, and provided a summary of the public input survey results. Timing and logistics of a public information meeting to present the plan to the public and gather public input was discussed. Highway and Facilities Committee Meeting (November 5, 2025): Parks Manager reviewed State guidelines for county outdoor recreation plans and explained that, after review, it was determined there was a need to adjust the plan development/adoption timeline in order to address State guidelines. Parks manager also reviewed draft goals and objectives, and a draft list of projects/improvements with the Committee. The Committee had no objections with the adjusted timeline or draft goals and objectives. Highway and Facilities Committee Meeting (January 14, 2026): Committee review of pre-final draft plan. Scheduling of the public information meeting and determining public notification procedures. Public Information Meeting (February18, 2026): Public information meeting to present draft plan to public for public review/comment. Highway and Facilities Committee Meeting (March 11, 2026): Committee review of draft plan and public comment(s) from public information meeting. Committee approval and recommendation to adopt, if no significant changes. County Board of Supervisors Meeting (March 24, 2026): Review and adoption of plan. In addition to the process and meetings described above, County Facilities and Parks Department and Land Use Services Department staff met on numerous occasions throughout the planning process to review and discuss past parks/outdoor recreation planning documents and existing park conditions to understand issues and opportunities within the County parks system. Plan goals, objectives, and future recommendations were also discussed. Page 67 of 102 DRAFT Door County Parks and Open Space Plan 2026-2030 37 | P a g e Appendix B: Public Input Survey Results Question #1 – Door County Parks Usage. What activities do any members of your household like to do at the Door County Parks? Check off all that apply. If your household does not use any of the Door County Parks, skip to Question #3. “Other” Response Comments Snowmobiling Also, snowmobiling in Potawatomi Park Snowmobiling Snowmobiling Hunting Pickleball. Snowmobiling Snowmobiling Please clean up Haines Beach for the Southern Door Area! Park Activities % Total Responses Passive Activities (e.g., walking/hiking, relaxing, picnicking, playing, sketching/painting, sight-seeing, nature study, photography, etc.) 79% 216 Water-Based Activities, Non-Motorized (e.g., beach use, swimming, paddling, surfing, fishing, etc.) 62% 168 Ahnapee Trail Activities, Non-Motorized (e.g., cross country skiing, snowshoeing, mountain/fat biking, hiking/running, horse back riding, etc.) 44% 119 Seasonal Motorized Activities (i.e., motor boating, snowmobiling on Ahnapee) 28% 77 Playgrounds or Sport-Specific Activities (e.g., soccer, car racing at John Miles County Park, disc golf, volleyball, etc.) 33% 89 Other 11% 30 Page 68 of 102 DRAFT Door County Parks and Open Space Plan 2026-2030 38 | P a g e Open the Ahnapee to atv/sxs use Snowmobiling around all of door county including ahnapee trail PICKLEBALL!!!! Hiking playgrounds Hiking on nature trails Hiking, fiends and family get togethers Boat launch Pinney Non-motorized (hiking, biking, XC ski, snowshoe) activities at parks beyond Ahnapee Trail Caving Hiking - parks than Ahnapee Trial; foraging Cana Island Hunting/Fishing meeting people; socializing Walking in park Walking my dog It sure would be nice to have something for the kids to do inside…when the weather is not so nice. Yeah, we have the YMCA but not all families and/or kids use the Y. HIKING Hiking trails. I don't use county parks that allow dogs drive thru to view the seasonal changes of the parks Page 69 of 102 DRAFT Door County Parks and Open Space Plan 2026-2030 39 | P a g e Question #2 – Door County Parks Frequency of Usage. Of the Door County Parks that your household uses, please check the frequency of usage: Frequently (6 or more times per year); Occasionally (3 - 5 times per year); Infrequently (1 - 2 times per year) Door County Parks Frequently (6+ times/year) Occasionally (3-5 times/year) Infrequently (1-2 times/year) Total Responses Weighted Average George K. Pinney 28% 31% 41% 195 1.9 Cave Point 26% 33% 40% 238 1.9 Frank E. Murphy 24% 36% 40% 195 1.8 Ahnapee State Trail 29% 23% 48% 209 1.8 John Miles 27% 23% 50% 187 1.8 Baileys Harbor Ridges 16% 31% 53% 188 1.6 Robert M. Carmody 21% 16% 63% 143 1.6 Forestville Dam 19% 19% 62% 165 1.6 Sugar Creek 17% 22% 61% 139 1.6 Door Bluff Headlands 16% 22% 63% 161 1.5 Ellison Bluff 15% 23% 62% 166 1.5 Robert LaSalle 14% 25% 61% 154 1.5 Chaudoir's Dock 14% 18% 68% 153 1.5 Lily Bay 11% 16% 73% 124 1.4 Cana Island Lighthouse 9% 16% 74% 172 1.4 Meridian 9% 10% 81% 121 1.3 Plum Bottom 5% 15% 80% 114 1.3 Tornado Memorial 7% 10% 83% 125 1.2 Lyle-Harter-Matter Sanctuary 5% 12% 83% 112 1.2 Percy Johnson Memorial 4% 8% 88% 120 1.2 Page 70 of 102 DRAFT Door County Parks and Open Space Plan 2026-2030 40 | P a g e Question #3 – Door County Park Amenities. Please assign a priority-level for up to three issues/project related to amenities within the Door County Parks that you would like addressed within the next five years. “Other” Response Comments Snowmobiles trails More snowmobile trails Improve snowmobile/multi model trails Snowmobiling Develop areas where we can swim with our horses More snowmobile trail access Open Ahnapee for atv/sxs use Snowmobile access priority 1 Snowmobile trails Amenity-Related Issues/Projects 1st Priority 2nd Priority 3rd Priority Total Responses Weighted Average Develop add'l pathways/natural trails 56% 23% 21% 154 2.4 Develop/improve playgrounds 39% 37% 24% 59 2.2 Develop/improve restrooms 41% 31% 29% 133 2.1 Provide/improve drinking water 35% 25% 40% 55 1.9 Develop add'l kayak/canoe launch docks 25% 39% 36% 69 1.9 Develop add'l viewing areas and/or stairs to access water 16% 52% 32% 85 1.8 Develop dog parks/off leash areas within non-natural areas 21% 42% 38% 53 1.8 Construct/improve shelters to better accommodate year-round & seasonal use 26% 29% 45% 89 1.8 Other 39 Page 71 of 102 DRAFT Door County Parks and Open Space Plan 2026-2030 41 | P a g e More snowmobile and hunting access Keep snowmobile trail funding Snowmobile trails I snowmobile to all of rig county parks in southern door county multiple times per year please add EV chargers to various parks and also solar panels on newer shelters. Snowmobile trails Add fish cleaning equipment to launch ramps Improve trails/signage at Door Bluff strengthen the role of nature develop outdoor showers or rinse off stations near beaches duck pond improvements Improve surface water quality Keeping parks rustic adds to the charm of the area Rather than developing more infrastructure, maintain current infrastructure in tiptop condition. Improve access for wheelchair users Manage/conserve native habitats- 1st priority Tennis Backboard / Rebounded for single tennis players LaSalle Park could use more play equipment. Please do not build any more playgrounds with a rubberized surface. Rubber playgrounds are notorious for their flammability. Search on the internet and you will find several dozen or so stories of lovely playgrounds, burnt to a crisp. Typical culprit is just boys being stupid. They think it is funny, but once that rubber starts burning it really burns thoroughly and wrecks the whole playground. It is easy to imagine someone playing with fireworks or sparklers on the new John Miles playground and wrecking it. Not that it is such a bad thing to have, but really one is enough. The more that are built, the more likely someone will be a pyro on one of them. Instead, use woodchips, or if you are interested in ADA compliance, spend the extra money for Engineered Wood Product and leave a rake around so the parents can rake it flat. The Southern Door Playground has a really nice wheelchair rocker that does not require a rubber playground surface. The metal ramp goes straight to the blacktop lot. Wheelchair rockers accessible from sidewalk or blacktop can be a thoughtful addition to your woodchip playgrounds instead of replacing them with a rubber playground. Some of the historical interpretive signs along the Ahnapee Trail are showing their age. Please go through them and replace or at least clean the glass for the ones that look worn or are hard to read. Improve handicap parking at Chaudoirs Dock, quite a distance uphill Properly clean up the mess that was made with the failed draw down of the Forestville Millpond Get easements for more snowmobile trails (multi-moto). Need mountain bike trails and disc golf course more benches on trails so older people can rest more frequently. It would be wonderful to have a functioning beach in southern door county to relax/swim at. Keep parks as natural as possible Clean up Sugar Creek and make the beach accessible. Clean up Haines Beach and make it usable again. Add gravel trail to Door Bluff Headlands park like the beautiful Ellison Bay park has. play grounds for children. no recommendations Quiet areas Page 72 of 102 DRAFT Door County Parks and Open Space Plan 2026-2030 42 | P a g e Question #4 – Signage, Roads, and Parking for/within Door County Parks. Please assign a priority-level for up to three issues/project related to signage, roads, and parking that you would like addressed within the next five years. “Other” Response Comments Bike racks mew snowmobile trails improve snowmobile trailer parking Snowmobile trails Don’t forget about access for snowmobiling Maintain snowmobile access Add permanent snowmobile signs Open Ahnapee for sxs use Keep snowmobile trails open to door county parks Add EV Chargers!!! Cave Point County Park feels destroyed from its overuse, the woods around it chopped down for increasing paved parking lots. Please help our beautiful parks from being "loved to death". less is more!!! trail signage along routes All of these topics are already good. Signage/Road/Parking-Related Issues/Projects 1st Priority 2nd Priority 3rd Priority Total Responses Weighted Average Develop/improve trailer parking 44% 38% 18% 55 2.3 Improve internal park roads 42% 32% 27% 120 2.2 Develop internal directional signage within Parks 40% 29% 32% 101 2.1 Develop/improve automobile parking 31% 39% 30% 106 2.0 Improve park entryways (signage & landscaping) 31% 39% 30% 114 2.0 Develop external directional signage to Parks 28% 28% 44% 82 1.8 Other 31 Page 73 of 102 DRAFT Door County Parks and Open Space Plan 2026-2030 43 | P a g e I think signage is adequate Build/improve bicycle lanes and trails The parks are very good, as is. Keep as natural as possible Try to keep as much native /natural landscaping as possible while doing road improvements. Improve access for wheelchair users All the above are currently sufficient for my needs and use 1 priority: Widen roads for possible trail accessibility (walk/bike paths) Good fences make good neighbors. Part of the problem is signage. It is hard to tell where the border is sometimes if you are in the woods. Landowner KEEP OFF NO TRESPASSING signs give a bad feeling. What would give me joy to see are creative, original looking park boundary signs to be fabricated by high school shop classes and installed facing the park side of your property boundaries. The barn quilt program is an ingenious anti-vandalism program. Because the quilts are made by youth, other youth ought to respect them, the way they might not respect something that was made by adults. The quilts act as a deterrent so that they don't tag up or torch barns that have the barn quilts on them. Shhhh! If they knew it was an anti-vandalism campaign, that might lose respect. The repeated bathroom vandalism could perhaps have been prevented, if original artwork or creative signage made by shop classes on the building. I feel you could ask for youth-made signage for both property borders, bathroom buildings, and maybe elsewhere. This could take years, but it could reduce vandalism and help people avoid trespassing without feeling unwelcome to the area. Stop the ice fishing guides from taking up the whole parking lots Hard surface hike/bike paths Keep costs down for taxpayers wider roads to accommodate bikes Focus on southern door county Keep as natural as possible Lasalle could use improvement for lower park on hwy U Page 74 of 102 DRAFT Door County Parks and Open Space Plan 2026-2030 44 | P a g e Question #5 – Environmental Preservation & Quality within Door County Parks. Please assign a priority-level for up to three issues/projects related to environmental preservation and quality within Door County Parks that you would like addressed within the next five years. “Other” Response Comments Please clean up Haines Beach to have a functional park Open Ahnapee for atv/sxs use yes to all I don’t see a spot for this, but implement a 1000 dollar fine for jumping at Cave Point. Baileys Harbor Ridges Beach improvements were a fiasco a few years ago. The sand replacement for filtering water was vile. If anything, the mucky standing water on the beach side of the, 'dune' that was created was deplorable. Top priority for me would be to reduce impact on trees along Cave Point bluff edge trail. Currently tremendous impact on root system of trees. Many of those trees will be dying off in the next ten years because of this impact. Plant native species - 4th priority It is nice to have trees that both birds and children can eat from. You could plant some more of them in places where people like to go. The Door County Maritime Museum maritime museum parking lot has a lot of juneberry trees. You could do that too. I like the electric beach signs and hope they are all eventually installed Environmental Preservation/Quality- Related Issues/Projects 1st Priority 2nd Priority 3rd Priority Total Responses Weighted Average Improve quality of beaches 57% 26% 17% 149 2.4 Manage invasive species 51% 28% 22% 170 2.3 Reduce shoreline erosion 19% 51% 30% 132 1.9 Improve stormwater runoff 23% 41% 37% 79 1.9 Plant native species 24% 32% 44% 117 1.8 Improve signage for sensitive areas 18% 26% 56% 68 1.6 Other 13 Page 75 of 102 DRAFT Door County Parks and Open Space Plan 2026-2030 45 | P a g e so they are flush with the ground around them. No stubbing your toe on a corner. In winter, for traction, sand is dirtier looking but better for the environment when there are roadways and parking lots near the water. southern door county My three all tie for first! All important! Improve prairie planting Dark night sky reforestation should always be a practice Page 76 of 102 DRAFT Door County Parks and Open Space Plan 2026-2030 46 | P a g e Question #6 – Planning for Trails for Walking, Biking, and Other Non-Motorized Uses. How important do you think it is for the different trail-planning groups (i.e., Door County Parks, DNR, municipalities, non-profits, etc.) to work together on the following activities when planning for trails in Door County? “Other” Response Comments Snowmobile trails Snowmobiling Add more snowmobile trails The county is missing out on hundred of thousands of dollars in lost revenue with a closed ahanapee trail for sxs/atv useage Snowmobile trails!! More snowmobile funding for trails and bridges Keep trails throughout door county connected go snowmobiles Grants for Solar Panels and EV chargers. What is it that we wish to be our legacy. Native Americans looked out seven generations promote preservation and keeping parks clean Fine electric bike users Trail Planning Activities Not Important Somewhat Important Neutral Important Very Important Total Responses Weighted Average Increase funding opportunities (i.e., grants, donations, etc.) 6% 7% 15% 34% 38% 256 2.9 Close gaps & increase trail connectivity throughout County 8% 11% 15% 30% 36% 261 2.8 Connect County parks with other parks, trails, & historical/cultural sites 9% 12% 15% 23% 40% 261 2.7 Groom trails for Winter activities (e.g., biking, skiing, snowshoeing, etc.) 16% 21% 26% 28% 8% 255 1.9 Other 19 Page 77 of 102 DRAFT Door County Parks and Open Space Plan 2026-2030 47 | P a g e Lighting should be installed on as many trails as possible. It's a danger to pedestrians to have trail uaers without lights. The amount of bicycles that are parked at bars give you an idea how many bicyclists ride their bikes after drinking. Over use of sensitive areas is ruining the simplicity of Door County that makes it so special. Hiking isn't pleasant sharing trails with fat tire bikes. Cross Country skiing is iffy, at best, due to highly variable snow falls. Spending money on trails is a waste of cash, and. I speak as someone whose family enjoys XX skiing since the 70's.. Make trails safe: separate from car traffic! For more children’s play areas Please communicate with the Door County Land Trust to see if they would accept your rules for their parks, and get an ordinance passed so that the rules on their parks can be enforced directly by the Sheriffs office. Rather than just not enforcing things on their parks, or if it must be enforced, trespassing them from it. ensure geolocation information is available on the trails in the event of emergencies or displacement so people can be find and wayfind Muti-Moto trails! Add gravel trail to Door Bluff Headlands park like the beautiful Ellison Bay park has. Page 78 of 102 DRAFT Door County Parks and Open Space Plan 2026-2030 48 | P a g e Question #7 – Door County Parks Annual Entrance Fee. Do you support the implementation of an annual entrance fee to the Door County Parks and, if so, what price range per vehicle do you consider reasonable? “Other” Response Comments 25$ Fee for non year round residents Minimum for residents more for non I support a fee for non residents For non residents only As long as these funds go towards the park improvements Our Property & Count .5% Tax Dollars already support our county parks. Maybe non-year round residents & tourists visiting should pay a fee for the use of our parks. Support if County Residents have a reduced or no fee As a local year round resident I pay enough in taxes! Not for county rrsidents By keeping fees at a lower cost will sell more passes Only if residents have the option for a reduced rate annual fee They should be accessible by all. If a fee must happen though, we would pay annually. to maintain or improve the wellbeing of nature Cost of Annual Entrance Fee % Total Responses $5 - 10 19% 49 $11 - 15 7% 18 $16 - 20 9% 25 $21 - 25 6% 15 $26 - 30 6% 17 Do not support a fee 53% 140 Other 48 Page 79 of 102 DRAFT Door County Parks and Open Space Plan 2026-2030 49 | P a g e I already pay for access through my taxes. However, I would support charging out of state people to use the parks if you could figure out a manageable way to do it. sliding scale and or waivers for those within poverty guidelines as this is often the only way many can "vacation" without having any budget for it. I would support a fee for non residents (anyone who is not a full time resident of the county), would not support a fee for full time year around residents of the county This needs to remain free for families with limited funds Already paying taxes No fee for WI resident; $35 fee for nonresident Fee for non door county year around residents. Year around free Fees for out of state visitors only If proof of residence then no fee. Let all the tourists pay Not for county residents There should also be a substantial Door County Resident discount Door County is becoming expensive for average families. There should be some areas free of charge. Tax the tourists with a .025% June July August tax. Would not be able to enforce it. Might be hard to enforce but a fee would help raise funds and also limit the amount of users at specific places from being overran (i.e. Cave Point) Non-resident fee This is why we pay taxes. Not so we can be nickel and dimed everywhere we go. Some years I don't buy a state parks pass. Not for Door County property owners who pay with property tax. Yes for non-property owners. And 15 for residents have a reduced rate for locals/full time residents Please no window stickers. Use a hang tag on rearview mirror like National Parks and Recreation areas do. If you do have a fee, make it a year round sticker. As long as this increases funding and not replace general tax dollars already supporting parks. one fee that covers all Have a residential price and out of county price and have an annual, day, week pass for both; similar to the fishing license. if fee is implemented, is it possible to have a rate for residents and higher rate for non-residents? Supportive of entrance fees, but would like to see some kind of assistance program for low-income families to access parks for free/cheaper Please do not do this. Not everyone here can afford it and it excludes families who utilize year round. This is exclusionary and wrong. Annual pass, not per visit. How about an out of state plate fee-we already can’t afford homes-now you want to charge a fee to use our own public parks. I believe this could be different for family vs. single person, also allow for veteran/senior discount; would this apply for soccer families? Before we were residents (13+ yrs ago) we ALWAYS bought the yearly park access tickets. Would like to see the daily access a dollar less expensive. I do not support a fee for locals. But we have a lot of usage from those outside of Door County that we support with our taxes. If you want to implement a fee for those living outside the area, I would support that. Kind of like how state parks, hunting, fishing, if you are outside of the state, you always pay more. Offer up opportunities to donate while enjoying the park. tax payers should not be charged to us a county park Page 80 of 102 DRAFT Door County Parks and Open Space Plan 2026-2030 50 | P a g e Question #8 – Age of Survey Respondent. In which age category do you fall? Age % Total Responses Under 18 0% 0 18-24 1% 2 25-34 11% 30 35-44 14% 38 45-54 18% 49 55-64 28% 76 65+ 29% 80 Page 81 of 102 DRAFT Door County Parks and Open Space Plan 2026-2030 51 | P a g e Question #9 – Residency or Lodging Location Preference of Survey Respondent. If you reside in Door County year-round, which municipality is your residence located? If you do not reside in Door County year-round, where do most members of your household prefer to rent/camp/lodge in Door County? Municipality % Total Responses C of Sturgeon Bay 35% 95 V of Egg Harbor 3% 8 V of Ephraim 1% 2 V of Forestville 1% 2 V of Sister Bay 2% 6 T of Baileys Harbor 3% 7 T of Brussels 4% 11 T of Clay Banks 2% 5 T of Egg Harbor 5% 14 T of Forestville 4% 11 T of Gardner 5% 14 T of Gibraltar 3% 7 T of Jacksonport 2% 5 T of Liberty Grove 6% 17 T of Nasewaupee 7% 18 T of Sevastopol 9% 24 T of Sturgeon Bay 7% 18 T of Union 2% 6 T of Washington 0% 0 Page 82 of 102 Page 83 of 102 ROLL CALL Board Members Aye Nay Exc. Dist. 1 D. Englebert Dist. 2 T. Thayse Dist. 3 vacant Dist. 4 N. Robillard Dist. 5 J. Miller Dist. 6 K. Fisher Dist. 7 C. Morkin Dist. 8 C. Jeanquart Dist. 9 R. Shaw Dist. 10 P. Rockwell Dist. 11 M. Rusnak Dist. 12 N. Norton Dist. 13 D. Vogel Dist. 14 H. Zettel Dist. 15 E. Gauger Dist. 16 D. Enigl Dist. 17 B. Bultman Dist. 18 V. Hancock Dist. 19 vacant Dist. 20 W. Kalms Dist. 21 J. Gunnlaugsson BOARD ACTION Vote Required: Majority Vote of a Quorum Motion to Approve Adopted 1st Defeated 2nd Yes: No: Exc: Reviewed by: , Corp. Counsel Reviewed by: , Administrator FISCAL IMPACT: No fiscal impact at this time with the adoption of this resolution. Future improvements to the Parks will go through the budget process STW. Certification: I, Jill M. Lau , Clerk of Door County, hereby certify that the above is a true and correct copy of a resolution that was adopted on the 24th day of March , 2026 by the Door County Board of Supervisors. Jill M. Lau County Clerk, Door County Resolution No. 2026-___ DOOR COUNTY PARKS AND OPEN SPACE PLAN 2026-2030 TO THE DOOR COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS: WHEREAS, Goals of the Door County Parks and Open Space Plan 1 2026-2030 are to develop an improved parks and open space system 2 which will contribute to thriving natural landscapes for generations to come, 3 an enhanced quality of life for residents and visitors, community valuation 4 of the economic benefits of preserved land, and visionary leadership that 5 will protect county parks for the long-term; and 6 7 WHEREAS, The Door County Parks and Open Space Plan 2026-2030 8 contains a comprehensive list of recommended objectives, guidelines, and 9 questions in order to encourage the maintenance and development of high 10 quality parks and recreational amenities that meet the needs and demands 11 of Door County residents and visitors; and 12 13 WHEREAS, Adoption of the Door County Parks and Open Space Plan 14 2026-2030 furthers public purposes and is in the public’s best interests ; 15 and 16 17 WHEREAS, The Highway and Facilities Committee has reviewed and 18 approved the Door County Parks and Open Space Plan 2026 -2030, and 19 recommends that the County Board do the same. 20 21 NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, That the Door County Board 22 of Supervisors hereby adopts the Door County Parks and Open Space Plan 23 2026-2030. 24 25 BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That the Door County Parks and Open 26 Space Plan 2026 -2030 will be administered by the Facilities and Parks 27 Department subject to oversight by the Highway and Facilities Committee. 28 SUBMITTED BY: HIGHWAY & FACILITIES COMMITTEE Walter Kalms, Chairperson Elizabeth Gauger Jeff Miller David Enigl Ken Fisher Todd Thayse Page 84 of 102 INVITATION TO BID DOOR COUNTY Door County Facilities & Parks Department – Chaudoir’s Dock County Park Dredging Project Door County is seeking sealed bids for the above-referenced project. Bid documents may be obtained from QuestCDN website. info@questcdn.com Bids shall be in strict conformance with the instructions, specifications and drawings and must be submitted to and received by the, Facilities & Parks Office, Door County Government Center, 421 Nebraska Street, Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin, 54235 not later than 11:00 a.m. CST on February 17th, 2026, and will be publicly opened at the Government Center, Woodlands Conference Room #B339 on February 17th, 2026 at 11:30 a.m. CST. Page 85 of 102 Peninsula Publishing & Distribution, Inc. Serving our community since 1996. Door County Facilities and Parks 421 Nebraska St Sturgeon Bay, WI 54235 Being duly sworn, doth depose and say that she/he is an authorized representative of the Peninsula Pulse, a newspaper published in Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin, and that an advertisement of which the annexed is a true copy, taken from said paper, which was published therein on: Total cost of ad(s): $44.89 (Bid request - Chaudiors Dock) Published Date(s): 1/16/26, 1/23/26 64(Signed) Office Representative Yu/oe (Date) Signed and sworn before me Aa rd My commission expires 05/12/27 KATHRYN SHANKS Notary Public, State of Wisconsin 8142 highway 57. baileys harbor, wi 54202. tel. 920.839.2121 info@doorcountypulse.com. doorcountypulse.com Page 86 of 102 Peninsula Pulse january 9-16/2026 doorcountypulse.com Line classifieds submissions are due by noon on Tuesday. Send them to classifieds@ppulse. com. FOR RENT APARTMENT Studio Apartment for Rent Newly renovated & furnished in Fish Creek. 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COUNTY OF DOOR COURT ORDERS STATE OF WISCONSIN, CIRCUIT COURT, DOOR COUNTY IN THE MATTER OF THE NAME CHANGE OF McKenzie Marie Sperber Notice of Name Change Hearing Case No. 25CV172 NOTICE IS GIVEN: A Petition was filed asking to change the name of the person listed above: From: [First] McKenzie [Middle] Marie [Last] Sperber To: [First] McKenzie [Middle] Marie [Last] Skippon Birth Certificate: [First] McKenzie [Middle] Marie [Last] Sperber This Petition will be heard in the Circuit Court of Door County, State of Wisconsin: Judge’s Name David Weber Place Door County Justice Center, 1209 S. Duluth Ave, Sturgeon Bay, WI 54235 Date 1/27/2026 Time 8:15 am If you require reasonable accommodations due to a disability to participate in the court process, please call 920-746-2280 prior to the scheduled court date. Please note that the court does not provide transportation. Clerk of Circuit Court 12/19/25 Notice of this hearing shall be given by publication as a Class 3 notice for three (3) weeks in a row prior to the date of the hearing in the Peninsula Pulse, a newspaper published in Door County, State of Wisconsin. Run: Jan 2, 9, 16, 2026 WNAXLP STATE OF WISCONSIN, CIRCUIT COURT, DOOR COUNTY IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF JAMES DANHAUSER Order Setting Time to Hear Petition for Administration and Deadline for Filing Claims (Formal Administration) Case No. 25-PR-102 A Petition for Formal Administration was filed. THE COURT FINDS: The decedent, with date of birth 02/09/1926 and date of death 11/28/1986 was domiciled in Racine County, State of Wisconsin. THE COURT ORDERS: 1. The Petition be heard at the Door County Justice Center, Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin, 1209 S. Duluth Avenue, Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin, Room C256, before Circuit Court Judge/Circuit Court Commissioner Regan Hendrickson, on January 29, 2026 at 10:00 AM. You do not need to appear unless you object. The petition may be granted if there is no objection. 2. The deadline for filing a claim against the decedent’s estate is March 27, 2026. 3. A claim may be filed at the Door County Justice Center, 1209 S. Duluth Avenue, Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin, Room C256. 4. Heirship will be determined at the hearing on petition for final judgment. 5. Publication of this notice is notice to any persons whose names or addresses are unknown. If you require reasonable accommodations due to a disability to participate in the court process, please call 920-746-2482 prior to the scheduled court date. Please note that the court does not provide transportation. BY THE COURT: /s/ Regan Hendrickson Court Commissioner 12/29/25 Catherine J. Ludin Husch Blackwell 511 North Broadway, Suite 1100 Milwaukee, WI 53202 414-978-5673 Bar Number 1130013 Run: January 9, 16, 23 2026 WNAXLP STATE OF WISCONSIN, CIRCUIT COURT, DOOR COUNTY IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF BARBARA J. LAWRIE Order Limiting Time for Filing Claims (Formal Administration) Case No. 26 PR 01 A Petition for Formal Administration was filed. THE COURT FINDS: The decedent, with date of birth May 17, 1942 and date of death December 31, 2025 was domiciled in Door County, State of Wisconsin, with a mailing address of 200 N. 7th Avenue, Sturgeon Bay, WI 54235. 2. All interested persons waived notice. THE COURT ORDERS: 1. The deadline for filing a claim against the decedent’s estate is April 13, 2026. 2. A claim must be filed at the Door County Justice Center, Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin, Room C258. BY THE COURT: /s/ Regan Hendrickson Court Commissioner 01/09/26 Pinkert Law Firm LLP 454 Kentucky Street, Sturgeon Bay, WI 54235 920-743-6505 Bar Number 1082283 Run: Jan 16, 23, 20, 2026 WNAXLP BID REQUESTS INVITATION TO BID DOOR COUNTY Door County Facilities & Parks Department – Chaudoir’s Dock County Park Dredging Project Door County is seeking sealed bids for the above-referenced project. Bid documents may be obtained from QuestCDN website. info@ questcdn.com Bids shall be in strict conformance with the instructions, specifications and drawings and must be submitted to and received by the, Facilities & Parks Office, Door County Government Center, 421 Nebraska Street, Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin, 54235 not later than 11:00 a.m. CST on February 17th, 2026, and will be publicly opened at the Government Center, Woodlands Conference Room #B339 on February 17th, 2026 at 11:30 a.m. CST. WNAXLP PUBLIC HEARINGS NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING BEFORE THE DOOR COUNTY, WI RESOURCE PLANNING COMMITTEE DOOR COUNTY GOVERNMENT CENTER 421 NEBRASKA ST. STURGEON BAY, WI 54235 A public hearing and subsequent business meeting will be held by the Door County Resource Planning Committee (RPC) on Thursday, February 5, 2026, in the Door County Government Center Chambers Room (C102, 1st Floor). Applicants and others who wish to offer oral testimony must attend in person. Members of the public who wish to simply monitor/observe the hearing and meeting may attend in person, or do so remotely by computer using the link below, or via the Zoom smartphone app, or by calling (312) 626-6799. Link: https://us02web.zoom. us/j/85015154400?pwd=hnfk eVMHgvQj2n7AxD7oaEkdAd SYig.1 Zoom Webinar ID: 850 1515 4400 Passcode: 577057 The hearing will begin at 3:00 p.m. to give consideration to the application below for a Conditional Use Permit, as specified in the Door County Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance. CLAY BANKS Joseph Maggle requests a Conditional Use Permit to create a 2.76-acre non-farm residential lot to contain a residence and accessory buildings. The parcel is zoned Exclusive Agricultural (EA) and is located at 1840 CTH U. The purpose of a hearing is to allow parties to explain how their interests are affected, how the public is affected, and to bring out any facts pertinent to the case related to public health, safety, convenience, and general welfare. Written testimony will be accepted on 8 1/2” x 11” paper, or by email to LUSdepartment@co.door. wi.us, and must be received 48 hours prior to the day of the hearing. Anonymous correspondence will not be accepted. Letters are available for inspection upon request. Letters are entered into hearing records, but are not read aloud. Please note: Correspondence or testimony submitted for town-level proceedings does NOT get forwarded to the county. All application materials may be viewed on-line approximately four business days before the hearing at https://www.co.door.wi.gov/ AgendaCenter. Additional materials may be posted up until 4:30 p.m. the day before the hearing. The list of names to whom this notice was sent by regular mail is available upon request. Hugh Zettel, Chairperson Resource Planning Committee c/o Land Use Services Dept. Door County Gov’t. Center 421 Nebraska St. Sturgeon Bay, WI 54235 Phone: (920) 746-2323 FAX: (920) 746-2387 Publication Dates: January 16 & January 23, 2026 WNAXLP CITY OF STURGEON BAY BID REQUESTS ADVERTISEMENT FOR BID PROPOSALS CITY OF STURGEON BAY Notice is hereby given that the City of Sturgeon Bay will receive sealed bid proposals for Project 2602 (Huron St Reconstruct, Utah St – Street & Storm Reconstruct, and Woodruff Pl & Area – Drainage Improvements) at the office of the City Clerk: 421 Michigan Street, Sturgeon Bay, WI 54235 until 2:00 PM on February 9, 2026 at which time the bids will be publicly opened and read aloud. The projects can begin any time after the frost is out of the ground and temporary water services can be installed / maintained (if applicable). All three projects are to be completed by July 31, 2026. The Contract Documents (including plans and specifications) are on file and may be examined and obtained at City Hall: 421 Michigan Street, Sturgeon Bay, WI 54235 or by contacting the Senior Engineering Technician, Brian Spetz at (920) 746-6919. This work includes: 1,214 LF - Sanitary Main & Laterals 1,231 LF - Water Main & Laterals 1,355 LF - Storm Sewer 3,528 LF – Remove Curb & Gutter 3,885 SF – Remove Concrete Sidewalk & Driveway 6,895 SY – Remove Asphalt Pavement 2,450 CY – Unclassified Excavation 2,504 CY – Base Aggregate (measured in place) Along with other misc. items that accompany these types of projects. (ALL CONCRETE WORK BY OTHERS) (ALL ASPHALT WORK BY OTHERS) The City of Sturgeon Bay reserves the right to reject any or all bid proposals or accept the bid proposal most advantageous to the City. No bid proposal shall be withdrawn without the consent of the Board of Public Works for a period of thirty (30) days after the scheduled time of closing bid proposals. No bid proposal will be received unless accompanied by a bid bond equal to at least 5% (five percent) of the bid proposal (payable to the City of Sturgeon Bay) as a guarantee, and if their bid proposal is accepted, the Contractor will execute and file the Contract and Bond forming a part of the specifications within 10 (ten) days after the award of the Contract. Prevailing wage rates are not required for this project. Brian Spetz Senior Engineering Technician WNAXLP ADVERTISEMENT FOR BID PROPOSALS CITY OF STURGEON BAY Notice is hereby given that the City of Sturgeon Bay will receive sealed bid proposals for Project 2601A (Concrete Replacement Program) at the office of the City Clerk: 421 Michigan Street, Sturgeon Bay, WI 54235 until 1:00 PM on February 9, 2026 at which time the bids will be publicly opened and read aloud. Yew St, S Ridgeway Ave, E Compass St, and E Compass Pl can begin any time after the frost is out of the ground. E Vine St, S Lansing Ave, Shiloh Rd, Bluebird St, N 12th Pl, N 11th Pl & Bluebird Pl can begin approximately May 1, 2026, Circle Ridge Pl, E Walnut Pl, Texas St, Huron St (Reconstruct), Utah St (Street & Storm Reconstruct), and Woodruff Pl (Drainage Improvements) can begin approximately July 1, 2026. All projects are to be completed by August 31, 2026 (weather permitting). The Contract Documents (including plans and specifications) are on file and may be examined and obtained at City Hall: 421 Michigan Street, Sturgeon Bay, WI 54235 or by contacting the public notices classifieds Public Notices this week: County of Door; City of Sturgeon Bay; Towns of: Gibraltar, Jacksonport, Union: Village of Sister Bay; Southern Door School District Featured in Classifieds: Autos, For Rent, For Sale, Garage/Yard Sales, Miscellaneous, Real Estate, Rec Vehicles, Services, Wanted, Help Wanted continued on page 2 continued on page 3 & Page 87 of 102 Senior Engineering Technician at (920) 746-6919. This work includes: 3,984 LF - New Concrete Curb & Gutter 3,794.5 SF – New Concrete Sidewalk, Apron, or Driveway 3,128 LF - Remove & Replace Concrete Curb & Gutter 602.5 SF – Remove & Replace Conc. Sidewalk, Apron, or Driveway 17 EA - Inlet Casting Height Adjustment Misc. Concrete Spillway Removals & Replacements Misc. Lawn Restoration Along with other misc. items that accompany these types of projects The City of Sturgeon Bay reserves the right to reject any or all bid proposals or accept the bid proposal most advantageous to the City. No bid proposal shall be withdrawn without the consent of the Board of Public Works for a period of thirty (30) days after the scheduled time of closing bid proposals. No bid proposal will be received unless accompanied by a bid bond equal to at least 5% (five percent) of the bid proposal (payable to the City of Sturgeon Bay) as a guarantee, and if their bid proposal is accepted, the Contractor will execute and file the Contract and Bond forming a part of the specifications within 10 (ten) days after the award of the Contract. The South Lansing Avenue component of this project (from Green Bay Road to S.T.H. 42-57) is part of the Local Road Improvement Program (LRIP Proposed Project Request No. 139946). Prevailing wage rates are not required for this project. Brian Spetz Senior Engineering Technician WNAXLP ADVERTISEMENT FOR BID PROPOSALS CITY OF STURGEON BAY Notice is hereby given that the City of Sturgeon Bay will receive sealed bid proposals for Project 2501B (Asphalt Replacement Program) at the office of the City Clerk: 421 Michigan Street, Sturgeon Bay, WI 54235 until 1:00 PM on February 9, 2026 at which time the bids will be publicly opened and read aloud. Yew St, S Ridgeway Ave, E Compass St, and E Compass Pl can begin approximately May 1, 2026. E Vine St, S Lansing Ave, Shiloh Rd, Bluebird St, N 12th Pl, N 11th Pl & Bluebird Pl can begin approximately June 1, 2026, Circle Ridge Pl, E Walnut Pl, Texas St, S 18th Ave, Huron St (Reconstruct), Utah St (Street & Storm Reconstruct), and Woodruff Pl (Drainage Improvements) can begin approximately August 1, 2026. All projects are to be completed by September 30, 2026 (weather permitting). The Contract Documents (including plans and specifications) are on file and may be examined and obtained at City Hall: 421 Michigan Street, Sturgeon Bay, WI 54235 or by contacting the Senior Engineering Technician at (920) 746-6919. This work includes: 43,353 SY – Mill / Remove Asphalt Pavement 1,969 SY – Pulverize Asphalt Pavement 52,221 SY – Base Fine Grading 10,672 TON – Hot Mix Asphalt 48 EA – Manhole Casting Height Adjustment 45 EA – Water Valve Stem Top Replacement Along with other misc. items that accompany these types of projects. The City of Sturgeon Bay reserves the right to reject any or all bid proposals or accept the bid proposal most advantageous to the City. No bid proposal shall be withdrawn without the consent of the Board of Public Works for a period of thirty (30) days after the scheduled time of closing bid proposals. No bid proposal will be received unless accompanied by a bid bond equal to at least 5% (five percent) of the bid proposal (payable to the City of Sturgeon Bay) as a guarantee, and if their bid proposal is accepted, the Contractor will execute and file the Contract and Bond forming a part of the specifications within 10 (ten) days after the award of the Contract. The South Lansing Avenue component of this project (from Green Bay Road to S.T.H. 42-57) is part of the Local Road Improvement Program (LRIP Proposed Project Request No. 139946). Prevailing wage rates are not required for this project. Brian Spetz Senior Engineering Technician WNAXLP MINUTES COMMON COUNCIL December 16, 2025 A meeting of the Common Council was called to order at 6:00 p.m. by Mayor Ward. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited. Roll call: Bacon, Huston, Williams, Gustafson, Nault, Wiederanders, and Matson were present. Williams/Matson to adopt the agenda. Carried. No one spoke during public comment. Bacon/Wiederanders to approve following bills: General Fund – $201,506.30, Capital Fund - $107,199.63, TID #10 - $13,057.45, Solid Waste Enterprise Fund - $17,395.29, and Compost Site Enterprise Fund - $152.40 for a grand total of $339,311.07. Roll call: All voted aye. 2 | PUBLIC NOTICES & CLASSIFIEDS jANUARy 16-23/2026 PENINSULA PULSE Remodeling Maintenance House Checks Property Management Handyman Insured Summit Property Resources SERVING ALL OF DOOR COUNTY Eric - 920-471-2882 (Call/Text) doorcountyremodeling@gmail.com E Summit Property Resources 4th generation Door County business owner! Contact us today for your FREE estimate! generations-landscape-excavating-inc.com or 920.495.2033 Full Service Residential and Commercial hard-scape and soft-scape design and installation: Patio, fire pit, walkway, retaining wall, Pond, Driveway, foundation, Site work, Sod/seed, Flatwork, planting, mulching, care-taking, snow removal, mowing. 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You may make written application to your municipal clerk for an absentee ballot in person, by mail, by fax, by email or at MyVote.wi.gov. Your written request must include: 1. your voting address within the municipality where you wish to vote 2. the address where the absentee ballot should be sent, if different from the address above 3. your signature 4. a copy of your photo identification* The deadline for making application to receive an absentee ballot by mail is: 5:00 p.m. on the fifth day before the election, Thursday, February 12, 2026. *Voters who are indefinitely confined due to age, illness, infirmity, or disability may not be required to provide photo ID. If this applies to you, contact the municipal clerk regarding deadlines for requesting and submitting an absentee ballot. **Special absentee voting application provisions apply to electors who are indefinitely confined, in the military, hospitalized, or serving as a sequestered juror. If this applies to you, contact the municipal clerk regarding deadlines for requesting and submitting an absentee ballot. Voting an absentee ballot in person You may also request and vote an absentee ballot in the clerk’s office or other specified location during the days and hours specified for casting an absentee ballot in person. The Municipalities and Wards below are the only Door County polling locations with a February 17, 2026 Primary Election: TOWN OF BAILEYS HARBOR (Wards 1 & 2 only) Haley Adams 2392 County F PO BOX 308 Baileys Harbor WI 54202 920-839-9509 By Appointment M-TH 9 am- 3 pm The first day to vote an absentee ballot in the clerk’s office is: Tuesday, February 3, 2026 The last day to vote an absentee ballot in the clerk’s office is: Friday, February 13, 2026 No in-person absentee voting may occur on the day before the election. The municipal clerk will deliver voted ballots returned on or before Election Day to the proper polling place location before the polls close on Tuesday, February 17, 2026. Any ballots received after the polls close will not be counted. TOWN OF JACKSONPORT (Ward 2 only) Colleen Huberty 3365 County Rd V Sturgeon Bay WI 54235 920-823-8136 M, T 10 am-2 pm F 8 am-12 pm WNAXLP Unit 31 • Garden Level Country Walk Shops Sister Bay • (920) 854-9866 Chair Rentals Available Katie Voight owner/stylist Gaumer Tax Office  CPA with the former Leuthner Tax Offi ce  Regular hours Monday - Saturday  Special pricing for Hospitality Services workers  Full Federal and State electronic fi ling  New ‘25 and ‘26 tax law changes Call for an appointment Monday – Sunday | 920-365-9641 217 N. 4th Ave Sturgeon Bay | #28 [upstairs] Rick Gaumer, CPA Tangled SALON & SPA LLC 10610 Meadow Lane (behind the Frykman Art Gallery) 920.854.1011 • tangledllc.mysalononline.com • Hair • Nails • Facials • Tanning No Walk-Ins by Appointment Only Dyckesville - Egg Harbor - 920.866.2351 - vanslumber.com Monday through Friday - 7AM to 5PM Van’s Lumber & Custom Builders combines expert local craftsmanship with the premium quality of Marvin Windows & Doors. This partnership delivers beautiful, energy-effi cient solutions built to enhance & protect your home making it the perfect match for durability and timeless style - whether you’re building new or remodeling Monday through Friday - 7AM to 5PM Public Notices continued from page 1 continued on page 3 Page 88 of 102 or stop at Julie’s Park Motel at 4020 Main St, Fish Creek MISCELLANEOUS Volunteer Tram Tour Drivers Wanted – 2026 Season The Ephraim Historical Foundation is seeking friendly, reliable individuals to serve as tram tour drivers for the 2026 season. Drivers lead engaging historic tours of the village and interact with visitors of all ages. Ideal candidates enjoy local history, working with the public, and being part of a team. Training provided. Seasonal, part-time positions. For more information, email Laura at lmcmahon@ephraim.org or call our office at 920.854.9688 Auto Interior Detailing Get the salt and dirt out of your car. Thorough car detailing offered in Fish Creek. Call or text Inside the Door Detailing for an appointment. 920.421.1493 OFFICE Administrative Assistant for Bay View Lutheran Church Bay View Lutheran Church is hiring an Admin Assistant. Must be familiar with basic office equipment and computer programs. Must be organized, willing to learn, and friendly. Experience preferred. Mon- Fri; 20 hrs per week. Call 920.743.4705 for information. RESTAURANT We’re Hiring!! We are Hiring for Team Members and Shift Managers!! Apply Now!! Text applyarbys to 85000 or online applyarbys.com Full Time Server at Island Orchard Cider Looking for a full-time taproom server to join our team for the 2026 season. Duties include serving hard cider, selling retail products, and more. Must be 21+, and able to lift up to 50lbs. Housing included if needed! Starting pay $15/hr + tips! Send resume to ashtyn@ islandorchardcider.com. Chef / Line Cook Nightingale Supper Club seeks an experienced Line Chef. We’re not short-staffed — just hiring the right fit. 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DARREN’S GLASS SERVICEDARREN’S GLASS SERVICEDARREN’S GLASS SERVICEDARREN’S GLASS SERVICE POEHLER SHARPENING Jarvis Poehler Owner • Cutlery Knives • Construction tools • Lawn Tools • Grooming Clippers • and Much More! (920) 495-1040 Drop Off Bins: Sturgeon Bay 728 N. 4th Ave. Ace Hardware 1225 Egg Harbor Rd. Northern Door 3630 Fairview Rd. Ace Hardware Sister Bay 10636 N Bay Shore Dr. Ace Hardware Lux Casco 606 Center Dr. Protecting Door County’s Best Interest Since 1958 209 Green Bay Rd. PO BOX 470 • Sturgeon Bay 920.743.6565 or 800.371.6565 Auto • Home • Business • Life www.stonemanschopf.com For A Free Insurance Check-Up Call Us • Interior & Exterior Painting • Staining • Fine Finishes Door County’s Premier Painting Service 1825 CTH-ZZ, Sister Bay (920) 839-5545 Now offering Wallpapering! Bonded • Insured • Local References. Contact us for a free estimate www.peninsulapainting.com Benjamin Moore® Paints Sold Here 920-737-6803 BASEMENTS SIDING REMODELING WINDOWS & DOORS BASEMENTS SIDING REMODELING WINDOWS & DOORS ROOFING SERVICING WISCONSIN SINCE 2012 LICENSED & FULLY INSURED GIBRALTAR AREA SCHOOLS Fish Creek, Wisconsin Engage, Empower, Excel EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES GIBRALTAR AREA SCHOOL DISTRICT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. Applications and information for all vacancies including positions of: • School Nurse • Custodian • Bus Driver and the following coaching positions: • Varsity Assistant Softball Coach • JV Head Baseball Coach can be found on Gibraltar Area School’s website gibraltar.k12.wi.us Carried. Gustafson/Nault approve consent agenda: a. Approval of 12/2/25 regular Common Council minutes. b. Place the following minutes on file: (1) Historic Preservation Commission – 11/5/25 (2) Sturgeon Bay Utility Commission – 11/11/25 (3) City Plan Commission – 11/20/25 (4) Aesthetic Design & Site Plan Review Board – 11/24/25 (5) Finance/Purchasing & Building Committee – 11/25/25 c. Place the following reports on file: (1) Police Department Report – November 2025 (2) Bank Reconciliation – November 2025 (3) Revenue & Expense Report – November 2025 Carried. There were no mayoral appointments. Wiederanders/Williams to appoint the 2026-2027 Election Inspectors as presented. Carried. Nault/Huston to read in title only for second reading of ordinance re: Create Planned Unit Development Zoning Classification for Parcel #281- 46-65011901 located at 145 S. Neena Avenue. Carried. Williams/Wiederanders to read in title only for second reading of the ordinance re: Revision to Section 20.27(2) of the Municipal Code – Exceptions to the Height Requirements. Carried. Wiederanders/Gustafson to adopt resolution authorizing sale of North 14th Avenue (The Avenue Affordable Housing Project.) Carried. The City Administrator gave his report. Mayor Ward gave his report. The Council did not go into closed session to discuss the agenda item of: Acquisition of Right of Way – South 18th Avenue/Leathem Smith Area. Discussion took place regarding purchase price and speed sign boards. Williams/ Bacon to approve the Finance/ Purchasing & Building Committee recommendation to authorize a counter proposal containing the following: Purchasing price of $80,000; Installation of digital radar speed sign in lieu of speed bumps or speed humps; and City will process sign permit in timely manner. Discussion took place regarding speed boards and that the Local Transportation Board has and continues to look at these types of board, looking at other traffic calming measures. Gustafson/Matson to amend the motion to remove “Installation of digital radar speed sign in lieu of speed bumps or speed humps.” Vote taken on the amendment. Carried with Williams voting no. Vote taken on original motion as amended. Carried with Williams voting no. Nault/Gustafson to adjourn. Carried. The meeting adjourned at 6:51 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Stephanie L. Reinhardt City Clerk/HR Director WNAXLP SPRAY NOTICE STATE OF WISCONSIN} DOOR COUNTY NOTICE CITY OF STURGEON BAY According to Wisconsin Administrative Code NR 107.04 (3), the City of Sturgeon Bay is announcing that the City proposes To treat 43.2 acres of the bay of Sturgeon Bay with aquatic herbicides for selected Plant species with treatments occurring Approximately between late June and Mid July, 2026. The public may request that the applicant Hold an informational meeting on this Proposed application within 5 days of Publication of this ad. Ryan Londo Harbor Master Aquatic Water Weeds Manager 746-6920 WNAXLP MUNICIPALITIES ORDINANCES GIBRALTAR Publication Notice – Ordinance 2026-01 Please take notice that the Town of Gibraltar adopted Ordinance No. 2026-01, Regarding Issuance of Alcohol Beverage Licenses (Repealing and Replacing Ordinance 2014-05), on January 7, 2026. The ordinance repeals and replaces Ordinance 2014-05 and establishes comprehensive local procedures and requirements governing the issuance, renewal, transfer, suspension, and revocation of alcohol beverage licenses within the Town of Gibraltar, consistent with Wisconsin Statutes Chapter 125. The full text of the Ordinance may be obtained at the Town Office, 4097 Main Street, Fish Creek, Wisconsin, or on the Town’s website at www.gibraltarwi. gov. For additional information, contact the Town Clerk at (920) 868-1714. WNAXLP JACKSONPORT Please be advised that the Town of Jacksonport has adopted Ordinance 2025-06, “Speed Limits Identified”. The full text of the ordinance may be obtained at the Town Office, 3365 County Road V, Sturgeon Bay, during regular office hours. For additional information please contact the Town Office at 920-823-8136 Colleen Huberty, Clerk WNAXLP PUBLIC HEARING NOTICES SISTER BAY PLAN COMMISSION/ VILLAGE BOARD NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Public Notice is hereby given that the Sister Bay Plan Commission will hold a public hearing on Tuesday, January 27, 2026, at 5:30 PM, or shortly thereafter, for the purpose of considering amendments to the adopted future land use map, adopting a revised zoning map, and to consider text amendments to Chapter 66 of the Village of Sister Bay Municipal Code pertaining to zoning. If the Plan Commission recommends approval of the proposals, the Village Board will consider them at a hearing on February 17, 2026, at 6:00 PM. The purpose of the public hearing is to obtain comments and input from the public on the proposed land use map amendment, new zoning map and text amendments. The public hearing will be held at the Sister Bay Liberty Grove Fire Station located at 2258 Mill Rd., Sister Bay. A virtual option is available (visit www. sisterbaywi.gov and search for the agenda for the Zoom link, or, contact the Village Office by phone at 920-854-4118). A summary of the proposed map amendments, new map, and text amendments are as follows: • Future Land Use Map: Amend the Village of Sister Bay 2025 Comprehensive Plan, Map 7.2, Future Land Use, changing the land use classification from business to residential on the following three parcels: 2283 Sunset Drive, 10705 S. Spring Road, and 10569 Fieldcrest Road. • Chapter 66, Zoning Map: Adopt a revised zoning map to ensure the Village zoning map is consistent with the adopted land use plan. It is proposed a new overlay district be created, and several other changes, in particular in the southeast section of the Village. • Chapter 66, Zoning: Text amendments to make the Village’s nonconforming structure and use codes consistent with statutes, delete conflicts between Village code and State building codes, address the use of substandard lots, create regulations for the Woodland District Overlay, and other miscellaneous revisions. In addition to testimony presented at the hearing, written correspondence will also be accepted until 3:00 PM, January 22, 2026, and forwarded to the Plan Commission; the deadline for the Board meeting is the meeting itself, February 17, 2026, 3:00 PM. Correspondence can be mailed to P.O. Box 769, Sister Bay, WI 54234; faxed to 920-854-9637; deposited in the drop box at the Administration Office at 2383 Maple Drive, Sister Bay; or e-mailed to info@sisterbaywi. gov. Late correspondence will not be forwarded to the Commission or Board. Written correspondence will also be available for public inspection until the close of business on the day of the hearing and will be entered into the record. A summary of all correspondence received may be presented at the public hearing, but individual letters will not be read aloud. Anonymous correspondence will not be accepted. All related public hearing materials may normally be viewed at the Sister Bay Administration Building, 2383 Maple Drive, Sister Bay, WI between 8 AM - 4 PM, Monday through Thursday. By order of the Plan Commission of the Village of Sister Bay Village Administrator WNAXLP UNION NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING The Town of Union Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing at the Town of Union Community Center, 905 County Hwy DK, Brussels, Wisconsin on Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 5:30 pm, or shortly thereafter, in regard to variance request by: Randy DeChamps requests to allow construction of a dwelling within the same footprint of the previous dwelling which would be located closer than the required 10’ side setback. Parcel Number 0260028262324B located in SF20 zoning district. Applicants and others who wish to offer oral testimony must attend in person. Written testimony will be accepted on 8 ½” x 11” paper only and must be received by the Clerk by 5:00 pm the day before the hearing. Anonymous correspondence will not be accepted. All application material may be viewed on-line at Town of Union Website, located under Board of Appeals: https:// townofuniondoorwi.gov/ agendas-minutes/. WNAXLP RESOLUTIONS GIBRALTAR Publication Notice – Resolution 2026-01 Please take notice that the Town of Gibraltar adopted Resolution No. 2026-01, Amending the Fundraising Period Established by Resolution No. 2025-07, on January 7, 2026. The Resolution amends Resolution No. 2025-07 by modifying the commencement and termination dates of the one-year fundraising period established for the Gibraltar Historical Association in connection with the lease of the property located at 4148 Main Street, Fish Creek, Wisconsin. All other terms and provisions of Resolution No. 2025-07 remain in full force and effect. The full text of Resolution No. 2026-01 may be obtained at the Town Office, 4097 Main Street, Fish Creek, Wisconsin, or on the Town’s website at www. gibraltarwi.gov. For additional information, contact the Town Clerk at (920) 868-1714. WNAXLP SCHOOL DISTRICTS AGENDAS SOUTHERN DOOR SOUTHERN DOOR COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT MONDAY, JANUARY 19, 2026 High School Library – 6:30 pm Regular School Board Meeting AGENDA Call to order. Roll Call - Verification of Quorum. Finding that the meeting was properly called, convened, proper notice given §19.84(2). Pledge of Allegiance & Board Commitment. Student Highlight of the Month: High School Family Consumer Science Class. Recognition of Public (Limit 5 minutes/person; 20 minutes/ topic). Student Representatives’ Reports. School Resource Officer’s Biannual Report. Southern Door Community Auditorium Biannual Report. Superintendent’s Report. Approval of 2026 Operational Referendum Questions: Resolution A: Resolution Authorizing the School District Budget to Exceed Revenue Limit by $3,150,000 Per Year for Three Years for Non- Recurring Purposes. Resolution B: Resolution Providing for a Referendum Election on the Question of the Approval of a Resolution Authorizing the School District Budget to Exceed Revenue Limit by $3,150,000 Per Year for Three Years for Non- Recurring Purposes. Administrators’ Reports: - Act 20 Update. - Substitute Staffing Update. Consent Agenda Items. The Board will consider approval of: I. Past Minutes: December 15, 2025 Regular Meeting; December 17, 2025 Special Meeting. II. Expenditure/Revenue Reports & Current Bills Payable – Check Register. III. Donations. IV. Approve Monthly Drill Assessments. V. Open Enrollment Space Limitations for the 2026-27 School Year. VI. New Courses, Name Changes, and Course Deletions for the 2026-27 School Year. VII. WASB Resolutions - Delegate Assembly Voting Guidance. Individually Considered Items from the Consent Agenda. Personnel Recommendations: VIII. Retirements, Resignations, Changes of Assignment, Hiring, Appointments. Requests for Future Agenda Items. President’s Comments. Closed Session, §19.85(1)(b) (c), 118.125, 120.13: a. Closed Minutes: December 15, 2025 Regular Meeting. b. Review of Administrator Contracts. c. Superintendent Evaluation. Return to Open Session: The Board may take any necessary action on items that were discussed in Closed Session, as appropriate. IX. Approve Administrator Contracts for: a) Elementary/Middle School Principal; b) High School Principal; c) Director of Pupil Services; d) Director of Transportation and Maintenance/Custodial Supervisor; e) Business Manager; f) Superintendent Adjourn. 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Green Bay, WI Line Item Item Description UofM Quantity Unit Price Extension Unit Price Extension Unit Price Extension Bidders Proof of Responsibility 101 Construction Facilities and Temporary Controls LS 1 $6,000.00 $6,000.00 $3,000.00 $3,000.00 $8,000.00 $8,000.00 102 Performance Bond LS 1 $7,500.00 $7,500.00 $6,250.00 $6,250.00 $8,500.00 $8,500.00 103 Payment Bond LS 1 $4,500.00 $4,500.00 $6,250.00 $6,250.00 $8,000.00 $8,000.00 104 Insurance LS 1 $500.00 $500.00 $1,000.00 $1,000.00 $36,000.00 $36,000.00 105 Mobilization and Demobilization LS 1 $5,000.00 $5,000.00 $30,000.00 $30,000.00 $45,000.00 $45,000.00 106 Dredge Area 1 to +569.9' NAVD88 CY 2583 $46.00 $118,818.00 $27.00 $69,741.00 $35.00 $90,405.00 107 Dredge Area 2 to +569.9' NAVD88 CY 1535 $46.00 $70,610.00 $26.00 $39,910.00 $35.00 $53,725.00 108 Dredge Area 3 to +569.9' NAVD88 CY 1052 $46.00 $48,392.00 $26.00 $27,352.00 $35.00 $36,820.00 109 Dredge Area 4 to +569.9' NAVD88 CY 5250 $46.00 $241,500.00 $27.00 $141,750.00 $35.00 $183,750.00 110 Dredge Area 1 1' Allowable Overdepth CY 494 $46.00 $22,724.00 $27.00 $13,338.00 $29.00 $14,326.00 111 Dredge Area 2 1' Allowable Overdepth CY 526 $46.00 $24,196.00 $26.00 $13,676.00 $29.00 $15,254.00 112 Dredge Area 3 1' Allowable Overdepth CY 217 $46.00 $9,982.00 $26.00 $5,642.00 $29.00 $6,293.00 113 Dredge Area 4 1' Allowable Overdepth CY 887 $46.00 $40,802.00 $27.00 $23,949.00 $29.00 $25,723.00 114 Turbidity Barrier LS 1 $24,400.00 $24,400.00 $12,500.00 $12,500.00 $9,000.00 $9,000.00 115 Grading of Dredge Material Stockpile at Old Door County Landfill (Balefill), Seeding and Stabilization LS 1 $20,040.00 $20,040.00 $55,000.00 $55,000.00 $37,632.00 $37,632.00 Base Bid Total: $644,964.00 $449,358.00 $578,428.00 Area 1+2 $250,665.00 Pier and Waterfront Solutions Summerset Marine Iron Works Construction Page 90 of 102 Line Item Item Description UofM Quantity Unit Price Extension Unit Price Extension Bidders Proof of Responsibility 101 Construction Facilities and Temporary Controls LS 1 $14,750.00 $14,750.00 $2,610.00 $2,610.00 102 Performance Bond LS 1 $2,500.00 $2,500.00 $2,545.60 $2,545.60 103 Payment Bond LS 1 $2,500.00 $2,500.00 $2,545.60 $2,545.60 104 Insurance LS 1 $1,500.00 $1,500.00 $2,545.60 $2,545.60 105 Mobilization and Demobilization LS 1 $245,500.00 $245,500.00 $169,280.00 $169,280.00 106 Dredge Area 1 to +569.9' NAVD88 CY 2583 $55.58 $143,563.14 $69.50 $179,518.50 107 Dredge Area 2 to +569.9' NAVD88 CY 1535 $55.58 $85,315.30 $69.50 $106,682.50 108 Dredge Area 3 to +569.9' NAVD88 CY 1052 $55.58 $58,470.16 $69.50 $73,114.00 109 Dredge Area 4 to +569.9' NAVD88 CY 5250 $55.58 $291,795.00 $69.50 $364,875.00 110 Dredge Area 1 1' Allowable Overdepth CY 494 $43.23 $21,355.62 $69.50 $34,333.00 111 Dredge Area 2 1' Allowable Overdepth CY 526 $43.23 $22,738.98 $69.50 $36,557.00 112 Dredge Area 3 1' Allowable Overdepth CY 217 $43.23 $9,380.91 $69.50 $15,081.50 113 Dredge Area 4 1' Allowable Overdepth CY 887 $43.23 $38,345.01 $69.50 $61,646.50 114 Turbidity Barrier LS 1 $95,000.00 $95,000.00 $23,220.00 $23,220.00 115 Grading of Dredge Material Stockpile at Old Door County Landfill (Balefill), Seeding and Stabilization LS 1 $88,500.00 $88,500.00 $139,820.00 $139,820.00 Base Bid Total: $1,121,214.12 $1,214,374.80 Michels Construction Veit Page 91 of 102 Chaudoirs Dock Owner: Door County Solicitor: AECOM - Green Bay, WI Line Item Item Description UofM Quantity Unit Price Extension Area 1+2 Area 3+4 Eng-Misc Cost Bidders Proof of Responsibility 101 Construction Facilities and Temporary Controls LS 1 $3,000.00 $3,000.00 $3,000.00 102 Performance Bond LS 1 $6,250.00 $6,250.00 $6,250.00 103 Payment Bond LS 1 $6,250.00 $6,250.00 $6,250.00 104 Insurance LS 1 $1,000.00 $1,000.00 $1,000.00 105 Mobilization and Demobilization LS 1 $30,000.00 $30,000.00 $30,000.00 106 Dredge Area 1 to +569.9' NAVD88 CY 2583 $27.00 $69,741.00 $69,741.00 107 Dredge Area 2 to +569.9' NAVD88 CY 1535 $26.00 $39,910.00 $39,910.00 108 Dredge Area 3 to +569.9' NAVD88 CY 1052 $26.00 $27,352.00 $27,352.00 109 Dredge Area 4 to +569.9' NAVD88 CY 5250 $27.00 $141,750.00 $141,750.00 110 Dredge Area 1 1' Allowable Overdepth CY 494 $27.00 $13,338.00 $13,338.00 111 Dredge Area 2 1' Allowable Overdepth CY 526 $26.00 $13,676.00 $13,676.00 112 Dredge Area 3 1' Allowable Overdepth CY 217 $26.00 $5,642.00 $5,642.00 113 Dredge Area 4 1' Allowable Overdepth CY 887 $27.00 $23,949.00 $23,949.00 114 Turbidity Barrier LS 1 $12,500.00 $12,500.00 $12,500.00 115 Grading of Dredge Material Stockpile at Old Door County Landfill (Balefill), Seeding and Stabilization LS 1 $55,000.00 $55,000.00 $55,000.00 Total Engineered CY 12544 Base Bid Total: $449,358.00 $250,665.00 $198,693.00 $49,865.13 Area 1+2 CY 5138 $20,424.67 Area 3+4 CY 7406 $29,440.46 Area 1+2 WDNR Grant Eligible Budget- $288,429.00 $250,665.00 $20,424.67 $17,339.33 Area 3+4 non grant eligible Budget- $315,100.00 $198,693.00 $29,440.46 $86,966.54 Summerset Marine Budget allocation Page 92 of 102 Page 93 of 102 Page 94 of 102 County of Door FACILITIES & PARKS DEPARTMENT County Government Center 421 Nebraska Street Sturgeon Bay, WI 54235 Wayne Spritka Facilities & Parks Director (920) 746-7130 wspritka@co.door.wi.us MEMORANDUM TO: Chairman, Highway & Facilities Committee FR: Wayne J. Spritka Director, Facilities & Parks SUBJECT: 2025 CANA ISLAND ANNUAL REPORT DATE: 2-19-26 RE: License Agreement dated June 1, 2022 Background: Door County Facilities & Parks through a Federal Land Patent dated June 2001 acquired Cana Island and named it “Cana Island County Park”. The Door County Maritime Museum (DCMM) has been a long-time partner of the County in the historic preservation of the facilities and development of the park as a tourist destination. The DCMM and the County are in year 4 of a 5- year license agreement to manage the park as a tourist destination that highlights the educational and historical significance of our Maritime history. 2026 Facilities & Parks Dept Projects -Update Fire and Alarm panel to meet reporting requirements -2026 CIP Project -Fiber Connection to the Interpretive Center The current Cana Island Reserve Fund balance in account number 100.32133 is $404,891.44 The Chapter 30.20(2) Causeway Permit IP-NE-2018-15-00383 is on its first extension and is in effect until April 09, 2028. The Current License agreement with Door County Maritime Museum dated June 1, 2022 will expire December 31, 2027. A recommendation is to review the current agreement for extension in the fall of 2026 to allow for adequate long range planning activities and continued continuity of program management. # Page 95 of 102 Page 96 of 102 Page 97 of 102 Page 98 of 102 Page 99 of 102 Page 100 of 102 SECOND EXTENSION OF LEASE AGREEMENT FOR CHAUDOIR’S DOCK COUNTY PARK LEASE 2026 SEASON In accordance with Paragraph One of the Chaudior’s Dock County Park Lease dated February 9, 2024 between the County of Door and Chaudoir’s Dock LLC, (hereafter “Lease”), and each party expressing their desire to extend the Lease in its entirety for an additional one-year term, the parties hereby agree and consent that the term of the Lease is hereby extended for a period of one year commencing on January 1, 2026 and ending on December 31, 2026. Except as modified by this extension agreement, all terms and conditions of the Lease shall remain in full force and effect. LESSOR: County of Door By: _________________________________________ Date: Walter Kalms, Door County Highway and Facilities Committee Chair By: _________________________________________ Date: Wayne Spritka, Door County Facilities and Parks Director LESSEE: Chaudoir’s Dock, LLC By: _________________________________________ Date: Gary Riha 1573 Sherwood Drive Green Bay, WI 54313 By: _________________________________________ Date: Laurie Riha 1573 Sherwood Drive Green Bay, WI 54313 Page 101 of 102 ROLL CALL Board Members Aye Nay Exc. Dist. 1 D. Englebert Dist. 2 T. Thayse Dist. 3 vacant Dist. 4 N. Robillard Dist. 5 J. Miller Dist. 6 K. Fisher Dist. 7 C. Morkin Dist. 8 C. Jeanquart Dist. 9 R. Shaw Dist. 10 P. Rockwell Dist. 11 M. Rusnak Dist. 12 N. Norton Dist. 13 D. Vogel Dist. 14 H. Zettel Dist. 15 E. Gauger Dist. 16 D. Enigl Dist. 17 B. Bultman Dist. 18 V. Hancock Dist. 19 vacant Dist. 20 W. Kalms Dist. 21 J. Gunnlaugsson BOARD ACTION Vote Required: Majority Vote of a Quorum Motion to Approve Adopted 1st Defeated 2nd Yes: No: Exc: Reviewed by: , Corp. Counsel Reviewed by: , Administrator FISCAL IMPACT: The Grant funds will be used for the specified purpose. The $7,184.40 required match will be in the form of funds already included in the F&P operating budget. STW Certification: I, Jill M. Lau, Clerk of Door County, hereby certify that the above is a true and correct copy of a resolution that was adopted on the 24th day of March , 2026 by the Door County Board of Supervisors. Jill M. Lau County Clerk, Door County Resolution No. 2026-___ AUTHORIZE APPLICATION FOR AND ACCEPTANCE OF FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE FOR AHNAPEE TRAIL MAINTENANCE TO THE DOOR COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS: WHEREAS, Section 59.52(19) Wis. Stats. Empowers the County Board to 1 accept donations, gifts, or grants of money for any public governmental 2 purpose within the powers of the County; and 3 4 WHEREAS, Resolution 75-84 entitled “Gifts, Grants & Donations to the 5 County of Door” requires approval of the Door County Board of Supervisors, for 6 acceptance of all donations, gifts, and grants whether in the form of money, or 7 personal or real property; and 8 9 WHEREAS, Pursuant to Rule of Order No. 39, County Board is to be 10 provided notice of and must approve any obligation, gift or grant equal to or in 11 excess of $5,000.00 prior to acceptance; and 12 13 WHEREAS, The Facilities & Parks Department desires to perform trail 14 maintenance on the Ahnapee State Trail, with an estimated total cost of 15 $35,792.00; and 16 17 WHEREAS, It is beneficial and appropriate for the County of Door to 18 request financial assistance(i.e. a grant) from the Department of Natural 19 Resources’ (DNR’s) Recreational Trails Program (RTP) for maintenance / 20 restoration in the amount of $28,633.60, with a required 20% match from the 21 County; and 22 23 WHEREAS, The Door County Facilities & Parks Department has sufficient 24 funds budgeted to meet the financial obligation of the grant (a 20% match); and 25 26 WHEREAS, The Door County Highway & Facilities Committee has 27 approved the application for and acceptance of financial assistance through the 28 DNR’s RTP for maintenance / restoration of the Ahnapee Trail. 29 30 NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, That the Door County Board of 31 Supervisors does hereby authorize the Parks Director, subject to the oversight 32 by the Highway & Facilities arks Committee, to: act on behalf of Door County, 33 prepare and submit an RTP trail grant application, accept any grant award, sign 34 necessary documents, administer any RTP trail grant, and take necessary 35 action to complete the proposed project. 36 37 BE IT FURTHER RES OLVED, That Door County will comply with the project 38 grant award contract mandates. 39 40 SUBMITTED BY: HIGHWAY & FACILITIES COMMITTEE Walter Kalms, Chairperson Elizabeth Gauger Jeff Miller David Enigl Ken Fisher Todd Thayse Page 102 of 102