Village Board Meeting — Agenda packet

VILLAGE OF EPHRAIM BOARD MEETING AGENDA TUESDAY, OCTOBER 13, 2026, 7:00 PM 9996 Water Street- Village Hall VILLAGE OF EPHRAIM FOUNDED 1853 NOTE: SO LONG AS INTERNET SERVICE IS AVAILABLE, THIS MEETING WILL BE SIMULTANEOUSLY HELD VIA TELECONFERENCING. STAFF, COMMITTEE MEMBERS, AND THE PUBLIC ARE WELCOME TO PARTICIPATE IN THIS MANNER. TELECONFERENCING WILL BE AVAILABLE BY COMPUTER, PHONE, TABLET, OR DIAL-IN. CONNECTION INFORMATION BELOW: 1. Call to Order: 2. Quorum: 3. Changes in Agenda: 4. Visitors’ Comments: 5. Approval of Previous Minutes: 6. President’s Comments: 7. Consent Agenda Items: 8. Public Hearing: a) Public Hearing regarding ordinance 02-2026 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING §17.20 AND §17.09 OF THE EPHRAIM CODE OF ORDINANCES AS IT RELATES TO PROTECTED WATERFRONT AND DEFINITIONS 9. Administration: a) Presentation on Door County Stategic Trails Plan initiative b) Discussion and Consideration regarding ordinance 02-2026 c) Discussion and Consideration regarding Door County Tourism Zone Commission bylaw update d) Discussion and Consideration regarding North Path tree planting and solar bollard locations. e) Update regarding Admin Building project f) Update regarding Moravia Point project g) Discussion and Consideration regarding setting date for 2027 Budget workshop (morning of Oct. 19th or 20th) 10. CPC: a) Discussion and Consideration regarding Emergency Response Plan b) Discussion and Consideration regarding Proclamation – Proclaiming the week of November 2-6, 2026 to be CRASH RESPONDER SAFETY WEEK 11. Wastewater: a) Discussion and Consideration approval of sewer connection for Julia Uihlein at 10235 Water Street 12. Airport: a) Discussion and Consideration regarding revised lease with Amplatz Left Properties LLC for hangar F1 (originally approved lease with Tom Wilson but he wants the ownership in the name of his LLC) b) Discussion and Consideration regarding Airport Master Plan and future expansion areas 13. Committee Minutes for review 14. New Business for Next Meeting: 15. Adjournment: Please join my meeting from your computer, tablet or smartphone. https://meet.goto.com/543085053 You can also dial in using your phone. Access Code: 543-085-053 United States: +1 (408) 650-3123 *Deviation from the listed order may occur*** Please note, that upon reasonable notice, efforts will be made to accommodate the needs of disabled individuals through appropriate aids and services. For additional information please contact Andrea Collak, Clerk Village of Ephraim, PO Box 138, Ephraim, WI 54211 Date: 10/9/2026 Andrea Collak, Clerk X Village Administrative Office X Visitors’ Center X Post Office Kim Roberts, Deputy Clerk X Website: ephraim.wi.gov X Emailed to WDOR Radio/Peninsula Pulse 1 VILLAGE OF EPHRAIM VILLAGE BOARD MEETING MINUTES TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 8, 2026 – 7:00 PM 9996 WATER STREET- EPHRAIM VILLAGE HALL Present: Rick Hoyerman, Matt Meacham, Carly Mulliken, Tim Nelson Absent: Ken Nelson – Chair/President Staff: Brent Bristol -Village Administrator, Andrea Collak - Clerk-Treasurer Guests in-person: John Cox, Kathy Pentler, Andrew Bartelt Guests online: J. Larson, Michael Miller, Kelsey Stone 1. Call to Order: Bristol called the meeting to order and invited the Board members to appoint temporary chair for this meeting. Hoyerman moved, Meacham seconded to appoint T. Nelson to be temporary chair for this meeting, all ayes. Motion carried. 2. Quorum: A quorum was present for the meeting. 3. Changes to the agenda: There were no changes to the agenda. 4. Visitors’ Comments: No visitors' comments were offered. 5. Approval of previous minutes: Mulliken moved, Meacham seconded to approve the minutes of the August 11, 2026 Board meeting, all ayes. Motion carried. Mulliken moved, Meacham seconded to approve the minutes of the August 18, 2026, Closed Session meeting, all ayes. Motion carried. Mulliken moved, Meacham seconded to approve the minutes of the August 21, 2026 Special Board meeting, all ayes. Motion carried. 6. President’s Comments: No president's comments were offered. 7. Consent Agenda Items: Mulliken moved, Hoyerman seconded to approve the consent agenda items as presented, all ayes. Motion carried. 8. Administration: a. Discussion and Consideration regarding Door County Tourism Zone Commission bylaw update: Bristol provided an overview of the proposed bylaw update from the Door County Tourism Zone Commission (DCTZC). Bristol noted that, due to widespread internet and phone outages experienced that day, he had been unable to circulate an addendum to the Board as early as intended. He relayed that he had reached out to Juliana Holly, Executive Director at DCTZC that morning to set context for the discussion. 2 Bristol summarized that the proposed bylaw amendments addressed two primary concerns: first, improving attendance at commission meetings by adding language encouraging notification when a member cannot attend, so that quorums can be ensured; and second, the addition of executive committee term language and term limits. He further noted that, as of the meeting date, the Town of Washington, the Town of Egg Harbor, and the Town of Gibraltar had already submitted signed approvals of the document. Juliana Holly in her memo noted that the Commission completed a review of its bylaws and is recommending all Door County municipalities approve of its changes. The bylaws are reviewed and adjusted periodically to reflect the Commission’s evolving operational needs, improve clarity, and ensure they continue to support the Commission’s work effectively. Mulliken asked Meacham, who serves as the village's representative on DCTZC, how he felt the changes would affect the commission's operations. Meacham offered a pointed critique of the document, stating plainly that while he understood the intent, "it's not a very good document." Meacham raised several specific concerns: First, regarding the attendance provision, Meacham noted that the language states a member may be removed for missing two meetings but does not specify "two meetings in a calendar year," leaving the threshold dangerously vague. Second, he flagged language in the document stating that a member could be removed or reprimanded if it is determined to be in the "best interest of the commission," asking pointedly, "Who's deciding what's best for the commission?" Third, he observed that the underlying problem the bylaw seeks to solve — poor attendance — appears to be largely attributable to representatives from communities such as Washington Island, Forestville, Maplewood, Nasewaupee, Brussels, Union, and Gardner, who have rarely, if ever, appeared at meetings he has attended. He questioned how new bylaw language alone would improve their attendance. Fourth, the document does not state term limits for members from the Commission who are at-large. Meacham noted that he would not be comfortable approving these updates. He recommended not approving the updated language in DCTZC bylaws and asking DCTZC to improve the language. Hoyerman asked a procedural question: whether the commission itself had ever formally deliberated on the proposed language changes, or whether the document had simply originated from the commission's administrative office without being vetted by the commissioners themselves. Meacham confirmed that, to the best of his knowledge, the proposed bylaws amendments were never brought before the commissioners as a body for discussion, debate, or amendment. He believes this came from the office in DCTZC. Hoyerman observed that the more appropriate process would have been for the commission to debate and refine the language, reach internal consensus, and only then present it to member municipalities for ratification. Hoyerman did not think this document should be approved. Meacham further highlighted the language in Section 8.3 stating, "although the commission is unable to enforce participation, it is essential that we ensure we are able to reach quorums," and noted the red- lined provision allowing removal of a member "whenever in its judgment the Commission's best 3 interest will be served." Multiple board members echoed Meacham's concern that this language was far too subjective. An additional concern was raised about the provision regarding members being in "good standing." Meacham pointed out that this standard unfairly penalizes some members — for example, a Ephraim representative Missy LeBelle who works for an organization rather than owning one, meaning her standing in any association could be entirely outside of her control. Mulliken pulled up the bylaws and located Section 11.1, which governs ratification, reading aloud that "ratification of these bylaws and any proposed alterations, amendments, or deletions to the provisions thereto shall be by two-thirds (2/3) assenting vote of all member municipalities." This clarified that formal approval rests with the municipalities, not the commission itself. However, Hoyerman maintained that this did not negate the expectation that the Commission ought to recommend the changes from an informed, deliberative posture before seeking municipal approval. Village Clerk Collak proposed that, rather than simply rejecting the document, the detailed concerns raised during the meeting be captured in the minutes and communicated directly to Juliana Holly at the Tourism Zone Commission, with Meacham reviewing the communication before it is sent. Meacham moved, Mulliken seconded, to table the DCTZC bylaw update and direct Village Clerk Andrea Collak to transmit the Board’s documented concerns to Juliana Holly at the DCTZC with the communication reviews by Trustee Meacham prior to sending, all ayes. Motion carried. b. Discussion and Consideration regarding setting Protected Waterfront Ordinance amendments for Public Hearing: Bristol explained that the standard procedure when a Plan Committee recommends changes to an ordinance is for the Board to set the matter for public hearing at the following month's regular meeting, allowing adequate time for public notice and review. He noted that this particular item followed a slightly different path: Village President Ken Nelson had brought the proposed changes before the Board the prior month as a "concept review," in advance of his absence, and the Plan Committee had since made minor tweaks and formally recommended approval to proceed through the board-level process. Hoyerman then offered a substantive preview of the rewritten ordinance — Chapter 17.20, the Protected Waterfront Ordinance — emphasizing that the driving goal of the rewrite was to make the ordinance "more understandable by the public, but specifically more understandable by building permit applicants, builders, and architects." Hoyerman summarized the key changes as follows: The intent section was revised to function purely as a mission statement, with actual rules removed and relocated to appropriate operative sections. The ordinance was restructured to flow more logically: intent, permitted uses, conditional uses, and prohibited uses, followed by detailed requirements. Dimensional standards previously housed in Chapter 17.24 were incorporated directly into Chapter 17.20 so that applicants could find all relevant requirements in one place. Definitions were updated, including the addition of a formal definition of a "one-and-a-half-story house" — a concept that Hoyerman described as having previously been a "term of art thrown out there by the Plan Committee" without formal definition. He explained that the goal was to prevent the creation of visual bulk and keep the character of the Village. 4 Roof pitch restrictions were added, prohibiting standard roof pitches below a 6:12 pitch, with exceptions carved out for certain types of dormers. Building height limits were retained at existing levels. A new emphasis on retaining original structures was woven throughout the document, including in the intent section. Hoyerman explained that if an original structure is destroyed — by fire or otherwise — reproducing it exactly is now treated as a permitted use, which he described as a less restrictive outcome: "possibly with the exception of materials that are no longer obtainable." A new Section 6 grants the Plan Committee discretionary authority to approve proposals that incorporate an original structure even where those proposals might not otherwise conform to the code, providing additional flexibility. Hoyerman acknowledged that a few provisions became more restrictive — such as the roof pitch requirement — but stated these were "offset, even more by items that were made less restrictive." Mulliken asked whether the ordinance had been reviewed by the Village attorney. Hoyerman and Bristol both confirmed it had not. Mulliken expressed that she was concerned about putting the Village in a legally vulnerable position without some form of legal review. Hoyerman responded that he did not believe the revised ordinance contained any provisions that were unreasonably more restrictive than existing village ordinances or state law standards, and Bristol noted that the conditional use process — which forms the substantive enforcement mechanism of the ordinance — remains governed by the same criteria that have withstood scrutiny for many years. Mulliken also asked whether the ordinance had been "tested" — meaning whether anyone had attempted to apply it to a real or hypothetical set of building plans to identify potential inconsistencies or gaps. Hoyerman acknowledged that this had not been done. Mulliken made one additional editorial observation, noting that the ordinance uses the term "planning committee" at one point but refers to the body as the "plan committee" throughout the rest of the document, and requested that the language be standardized. The location was identified as being under the conditional uses section. Mulliken moved, Meacham seconded, to set the Protected Waterfront Ordinance amendments for Public Hearing on October 13, 2026, all ayes. Motion carried. c. Discussion and Consideration regarding moving Village posting location from Visitor Information Center to Library: T. Nelson introduced the item, noting that the proposal, advanced by village staff member Justin MacDonald, called for relocating the official village posting box from the Visitor Information Center to the Ephraim Public Library. He asked about provisions for weather protection of the village map currently displayed at the Visitor Information Center, particularly in light of a proposed removal of the existing awning over that area. Bristol noted that Kelsey Stone from Ephraim Business Center was available and could speak to the matter. Stone clarified that she had spoken with Bob Niemer and Justin MacDonald directly. She explained that they were looking to obtain a map holder of a design similar to the existing village notice box — but sized appropriately for the map — that would sit flush below the windowsill at the Visitor Information Center, providing weather protection without protruding from the building. She confirmed that this approach was initiated by Bob and Justin themselves. 5 Bristol noted that this was not the first time the idea of moving the posting location had been raised, observing it was "the second or third time the idea has come up" during his tenure. He explained that the underlying rationale has always been that, while the Visitor Information Center receives foot traffic, it is patronized predominantly by visitors rather than local residents — and that relocating the posting box to the library would improve visibility for the local population most affected by village postings. An early consideration of placing the box between the front doors of the Village Hall at the top of the steps was noted but rejected, as that location was not accessible. Two photographs of potential posting locations at the library's exterior were reviewed. T. Nelson and Mulliken expressed a preference for the front-facing location, agreeing it was more visible and intuitive. Mulliken added that she would want the installation to be "as symmetrical as possible." Bristol suggested that during the transition period, a laminated notice or signage be left at the old Visitor Information Center location directing the public to the new posting site, and that the change be announced through the village website. Trustee Matt noted that the post office would continue to serve as an additional posting location, providing further redundancy. Trustee Rick sought clarification about what physical fixture would be removed from the Visitor Information Center, and it was confirmed to be the existing posting box with the window display. Mulliken moved, Hoyerman seconded, to approve moving new Village posting location from the Visitor Information Center to the front of the Ephraim Library, all ayes. Motion carried. d. Discussion and Consideration regarding North Path tree planting and setting special on-site meeting in October to discuss North Path tree planting and solar bollard placement: Meacham, who has been actively involved in reviewing the North Path improvement plans, offered a detailed field assessment of the proposed tree planting and solar bollard placement plan prepared by Tom Wolf. • Starting at the east end the Old Sled Dog property 130 ft - 5 Crabapples o 3 Royal Raindrops, blooms deep red - 7 ft multi stemmed persistent red fruit all winter 15 ft height, 12 ft spread o 2 Adirondack Crabapples, blooms white -2 in dia. persistent orange fruit 15- 20 ft height, 20 ft spread • Front of Green Gables and Universal Unitarians 230 ft - 11 Catalpa Trees 25 gal White Flower Yellow Autumn Color 40-50 ft height, 20 ft Spread • Front of 106-9 lodge/resale shop 100 ft. - 3 Sienna Glenn Maple 2 in dia., 40 ft height, 25 ft spread • Front of George Burr Gallery 100 ft - 3 Crabapples o 2 Royal Raindrops, blooms deep red - 7 ft multi stemmed persistent red fruit all winter 15 ft height, 12 ft spread o 1 Adirondack Crabapples, blooms white -2 in dia. persistent orange fruit 15- 20 ft height, 20 ft spread Delivery, Planted, Staked, Mulched $14,000.00 6 While acknowledging it was "a nice proposal," he stated plainly that it called for "way too many trees for the areas that he's proposing" and that he had walked the route several times to reach this conclusion. Meacham walked the Board through conditions along the path from north to south: At the former sled dog property, he noted that shrubs planted by Colin Welford over approximately three years are already over six feet in height and are beginning to grow together, leaving little practical space for the plantings Wolf had proposed. At the Green Gables and Unitarian Fellowship area, Welford has already planted six to eight healthy trees. The space between the right-of-way and those existing trees is only roughly four to five feet, leaving insufficient room to dig the three-by-five-foot deep planting holes that Tom Wolf had requested at the Physical Facilities Utilities committee meeting — holes designed to be excavated and backfilled with fresh soil to give new trees a head start. Meacham noted, however, that there is a nice area at the south entrance of Green Gables where a single Sienna Glen Maple could be planted, and that the property representatives have expressed openness to the idea. At the George Burr Gallery, Meacham observed that there is very little room within the right-of-way for new plantings, and that any planting on the gallery's private property would require the owner's permission. He also raised the practical concern of whether the owner would want trees blocking his signage as viewed from the north. Regarding solar bollard placement, Meacham was similarly cautious. He noted that the proposed bollard location near Bella Vista on Highway 42 at the north end was unnecessary because a cobra light already illuminates that area. He expressed concern about the dense tree canopy between the former sled dog property and the Somerset Inn, observing that the canopy receives direct sun only in the morning — perhaps five to six hours — before the western canopy shuts out sunlight entirely. He questioned whether bollards placed in such locations would generate sufficient solar charge to remain lit meaningfully through the night, referencing Justin MacDonald’s observation that even the well-sited existing bollards downtown run out of power after roughly three and a half to four hours. Meacham believes that it is important to light the corners but expressed doubt that all purchased bollards could be effectively utilized given the site conditions. Mulliken expressed a broader concern that the Board had "gotten the same proposal from Wolf over and over again" without seeing meaningful responsiveness to prior Board feedback. She stated she would like to see alternative proposals explored and emphasized the need for greater strategic precision in placement rather than adopting a plan wholesale. Bristol offered context on the bollard spacing concept, noting that the original AECOM recommendation was for roughly every hundred feet as navigational aids rather than continuous lighting — simply providing visible reference points in the dark so pedestrians could track the path. He confirmed that the Village retains flexibility in placement, working within the right-of-way or the northern easement area. Bristol also noted that the Physical Facilities Utilities (PFU) committee had already planned a walking meeting for their October 6th meeting, in combination with their departmental budget session. The suggested structure: budget discussion from 8:00 AM to approximately 9:00 or 9:30 AM, followed by a walk-through on the path, with the Board convening thereafter — targeting approximately 10:00 AM 7 — to conduct their own on-site review. Meacham noted that the committee fully understood the final decision rests with the Board, and that the committee's walk-through would be advisory in nature. T. Nelson raised the question of native species, noting he had mentioned it on previous occasions. He observed that none of the trees proposed by Wolf — catalpas, crabapples, Sienna Glen Maple — appeared to be native species. Mulliken confirmed she had looked into all of them and could not identify any as native. Meacham acknowledged this and suggested that alternatives such as the Autumn Blaze Maple, which is native to the area, could be considered. He further tempered expectations about the overall scope of planting, stating, "I think when you walk through, we're only going to be planting maybe one sizable tree in one location possibly" — suggesting the actual result would be far more modest than the Wolf’s proposal. Mulliken moved, Hoyerman seconded, to hold a special meeting of the Village Board on October 6, 2026 at 10 AM to conduct an on-site walk of the North Path for the purpose of evaluating tree planting and solar bollard placement, all ayes. Motion carried. e. Discussion and Consideration regarding Moravia Point: Bristol provided an update on the Moravia Point restoration project, noting that the Physical Facilities Utilities committee had also been briefed at their recent meeting, given that maintenance and PFU staff will ultimately be responsible for the site. Bristol reported that the plan developed in coordination with Bob Bultman remains on track, calling for two herbicide applications to eliminate existing invasive and unwanted vegetation. Recent rainfall, which Bristol noted, was welcome after an extended dry stretch, has improved conditions for the applications. The current plan calls for a prescribed burn yet this fall, followed by seeding with a native grass and wildflower mix before the first snowfall. Bristol acknowledged that the specific timing of the burn and seeding would depend on conditions, and that the first application — which would involve cutting woody material and applying herbicide — had been a possibility as early as that week. T. Nelson asked whether the burn was intended to become an annual practice, and Bristol confirmed that, at least for the near term, annual burning is part of the restoration management strategy. f. Discussion and Consideration regarding tree planting south of Firehouse Marina: Meacham reported on behalf of the Physical Facilities Utilities committee that, after consideration, the committee recommended against any tree planting in the area south of Firehouse Marina during the current year. The rationale was to allow the grass already established in that area additional time to mature and become more firmly rooted before any planting activity disturbs the soil. Meacham confirmed that the committee intends to revisit the question in the coming year and remains open to planting one or more trees in that location once conditions are more favorable. 9. Airport: a. Procedural correction of action taken at July Board Meeting: Discussion and Consideration regarding lease with Laura Seidensticker for hangar F3 (* July action was to approve lease for hangar F2): Bristol explained the background of this item and the item that followed. At the July board meeting, the Village had approved hangar leases for two new lessees; however, the hangar numbers were inadvertently transposed in the recorded actions — each lessee was approved for the other's hangar. Bristol explained that the Town of Gibraltar contacted village staff to flag the error, Collak worked with them to identify the appropriate corrective path, and the conclusion was that the Board should take new, superseding approval actions with the correct hangar assignments rather than attempting to formally rescind and re-vote on the prior actions. No changes were made to any lease terms — only the hangar designations were corrected. 8 Mulliken moved, Hoyerman seconded to approve the lease agreement for hangar F3 with Laura Seidensticker, all ayes. Motion carried. b. Procedural correction of action taken at July Board Meeting: Discussion and Consideration regarding lease with John Wilson for hangar F2 (* July action was to approve lease for hangar F3): Mulliken moved, Hoyerman seconded to approve the lease agreement for hangar F2 with John Wilson, all ayes. Motion carried. 10. Committee Minutes for review: There were no comments raised on the committee minutes. 11. New business for the Next Meeting: Bristol advised Board members that October would be a particularly demanding month from a scheduling standpoint, as it would involve not only the regular Board meeting on October 13th but also Special Board meetings dedicated to budget deliberations. He encouraged all trustees to begin reviewing their schedules for the second and third weeks of October in anticipation of those sessions. 12. Adjournment: Meacham moved, Mulliken seconded to adjourn at 8:00 PM, all ayes. Motion carried. Recorded by, Andrea Collak – Clerk/Treasurer VILLAGE OF EPHRAIM FOUNDED 1853 INTEROFFICE MEMORANDUM TO: VILLAGE BOARD FROM: CLERK SUBJECT: CLERK’S REPORT OCTOBER 13, 2026 The month of September the office was preparing for the upcoming General Election taking place on November 3rd, 2026. We sent out absentee ballots to those registered electors who applied. The office will start conducting in-person voting on Ocotber 20th, 2026, and it will last until Friday before the election. The Public Test for the election machine in the Village of Ephraim will be performed on Tuesday, November 27th, 2026 at 2:00 PM. Kim mailed out the Short-Term Rental (STR) packets. The office commenced accepting applications on October 1st, 2026, and the due date is November 25, 2026. As applications come in, she has been verifying to ensure that no changes to occupancy are being advertised, current licensing with the state has been maintained, there are no changes to ownership, and all property-associated fees, taxes, or forfeitures are current prior to the renewal license being issued. Furthermore, she has been providing support to STR property owners in the completion of the renewal and initial license process, in addition to certifying non-rental for Village records. The REU assignment project continues to be worked on. Currently, commercial data collection is still underway. Once the majority of data is collected, the Committee can review the assignments for each property and recommend any adjustments/changes to the REU factor table. The Committee further discussed a process for appeals, which will also need to be developed. I completed the documentation for the awarded State and Local Cybersecurity Grant in the amount of $3,268.00 to replace a standard router and implement Next-Generation Firewall that would proactively block modern cyber threats. It was installed this September. I have entered invoices for payment, reconciled cash, and General Ledger, made deposits, processed payroll, and all the necessary government reports. I have taken minutes for the Village Board, Board of Appeals, and Wastewater Committee. If you should have any questions, please feel free to contact me. Sincerely, Andrea Collak - Clerk/Treasurer VILLAGE OF EPHRA IM REVENUES WITH COMPARISON TO BUDGET FOR THE 9 MONTHS ENDING SEPTEMBER 30, 2026 GENERAL FUND PERIOD ACTUAL YTD ACTUAL BUDGET UNEARNED PCNT FOR ADMINISTRATION USE ONLY 75 % OF THE FISCAL YEAR HAS ELAPSED 10/08/2026 01:56PM PAGE: 1 ADMINISTRATION 100-10 -41110 GENERAL PROPERTY TAXES .00 1,382,021.58 1,382,022.43 .85 100.0 100-10-41150 MANAGED FOREST LANDS .00 78.28 8.00 ( 70.28) 978.5 100-10-41210 ROOM TAXES 85,707.21 190,185.84 370,000.00 179,814.16 51.4 100-10-41220 ROOM TAX GRANT .00 29,076.22 50,000.00 20,923.78 58.2 100-10-41223 PRAT .00 105,489.70 150,000.00 44,510.30 70.3 100-10-41800 INTEREST ON TAXES 13.73 140.54 300.00 159.46 46.9 100-10-43410 STATE - SHARED REVENUE .00 14,350.84 42,041.00 27,690.16 34.1 100-10-43430 EXEMPT COMPUTER AID .00 142.37 142.00 ( .37) 100.3 100-10-43530 STATE TRANSPORTATION AIDS .00 77,361.00 103,148.00 25,787.00 75.0 100-10-43650 STATE AID - FOREST CROP .00 ( 11.33) .00 11.33 .0 100-10-43660 STATE PAYMENT IN LIEU OF TAXES .00 2,368.57 2,000.00 ( 368.57) 118.4 100-10-43690 STATE-VIDEO SERVICE PROVIDER .00 2,773.44 2,773.00 ( .44) 100.0 100-10-44100 CABLE FRANCHISE FEES .00 8,798.96 13,000.00 4,201.04 67.7 100-10-44110 LIQUOR LICENSES .00 3,479.00 2,500.00 ( 979.00) 139.2 100-10-44111 OPERATOR LICENSE .00 1,080.00 500.00 ( 580.00) 216.0 100-10-44112 PICNIC LICENSE .00 20.00 20.00 .00 100.0 100-10-44113 SHORT TERM RENTAL LICENSE 300.00 1,500.00 12,000.00 10,500.00 12.5 100-10-44200 DOG LICENSES .00 77.00 8.00 ( 69.00) 962.5 100-10-44300 BUILDING & SIGN PERMITS 25.00 957.00 1,500.00 543.00 63.8 100-10-44310 BUILDING INSPECTION FEES 1,647.70 5,947.90 2,000.00 ( 3,947.90) 297.4 100-10-46100 SALES OF COPIES/PLATS ETC .00 17.00 .00 ( 17.00) .0 100-10-46101 ASSESSMENT LETTERS 25.00 925.00 1,000.00 75.00 92.5 100-10-46730 TENNIS COURT FEES 238.00 1,853.00 1,000.00 ( 853.00) 185.3 100-10-46840 PERSONNEL SERV PAYMENTS .00 .00 19,900.00 19,900.00 .0 100-10-46900 OTHER REVENUE ( 8,834.02) 1,809.00 2,000.00 191.00 90.5 100-10-48000 MISCELLANEUS INCOME .00 1,000.01 .00 ( 1,000.01) .0 100-10-48100 INTEREST INCOME/GENL 6,921.39 90,052.96 120,000.00 29,947.04 75.0 100-10-48200 RENTALS OF VILLAGE PROPERTIES .00 5,971.51 5,500.00 ( 471.51) 108.6 100-10-48307 SALE OF RECYCLABLE MATERIALS .00 2,324.51 2,000.00 ( 324.51) 116.2 100-10-48330 SALE OF OTHER EQUIP AND PROP .00 20,000.00 .00 ( 20,000.00) .0 TOT AL ADMINISTRATION 86,044.01 1,949,789.90 2,285,362.43 335,572.53 85.3 FI RE 100-50 -43420 STATE - FIRE DUES .00 19,313.11 11,000.00 ( 8,313.11) 175.6 TOT AL FIRE .00 19,313.11 11,000.00 ( 8,313.11) 175.6 TOT AL FUND REVENUE 86,044.01 1,969,103.01 2,296,362.43 327,259.42 85.8 VILLAGE OF EPHRA IM EXPENDITURES WITH COMPARISON TO BUDGET FOR THE 9 MONTHS ENDING SEPTEMBER 30, 2026 GENERAL FUND PERIOD ACTUAL YTD ACTUAL BUDGET UNEXPENDED PCNT FOR ADMINISTRATION USE ONLY 75 % OF THE FISCAL YEAR HAS ELAPSED 10/08/2026 01:56PM PAGE: 2 ADMINISTRATION 100-10 -51100-100 SALARIES 2,500.00 20,900.00 30,000.00 9,100.00 69.7 100-10-51100-101 SS/MED 191.25 1,598.85 1,377.00 ( 221.85) 116.1 100-10-51100-320 TRAINING/CONFERENCES .00 .00 200.00 200.00 .0 100-10-51300-200 LEGAL FEES 2,549.00 18,913.50 25,000.00 6,086.50 75.7 100-10-51400-100 SALARIES 11,643.20 107,937.40 151,355.46 43,418.06 71.3 100-10-51400-101 SS/MED 803.34 8,089.57 11,578.69 3,489.12 69.9 100-10-51400-102 RETIREMENT 838.30 8,357.05 10,292.17 1,935.12 81.2 100-10-51400-103 HEALTH INSURANCE 3,952.60 30,625.11 47,431.17 16,806.06 64.6 100-10-51400-104 DISABILITY INSURANCE 613.94 2,762.73 2,800.00 37.27 98.7 100-10-51400-105 WORKERS COMPENSATION 100.00 400.00 457.47 57.47 87.4 100-10-51400-310 VEHICLE FUEL .00 111.95 400.00 288.05 28.0 100-10-51400-311 VEHICLE MAINTENANCE .00 .00 500.00 500.00 .0 100-10-51400-312 CELLPHONE 110.22 1,106.52 1,750.00 643.48 63.2 100-10-51400-320 TRAINING/CONFERENCES 428.00 727.00 1,500.00 773.00 48.5 100-10-51400-330 BANK FEES 67.20 443.55 500.00 56.45 88.7 100-10-51400-331 POSTAGE 673.13 4,104.91 3,500.00 ( 604.91) 117.3 100-10-51400-332 OFFICE EQUIPMENT .00 .00 2,000.00 2,000.00 .0 100-10-51400-333 OFFICE SUPPLIES/EXPENCES 797.93 2,874.10 5,000.00 2,125.90 57.5 100-10-51400-334 COMPUTER SUPPLIES/EXPENCES 905.20 19,427.92 15,000.00 ( 4,427.92) 129.5 100-10-51400-335 PROFESSIONAL DUES/EXPENCES 58.06 293.06 1,500.00 1,206.94 19.5 100-10-51400-336 LEGAL NOTICES/ADDS .00 193.86 500.00 306.14 38.8 100-10-51400-339 PRINTING COSTS 63.24 873.52 2,500.00 1,626.48 34.9 100-10-51400-340 VEHICLE INSURANCE 89.00 356.00 373.48 17.48 95.3 100-10-51400-342 COMMITTEE/WORKER EXPENSE .00 .00 220.00 220.00 .0 100-10-51400-343 CONTINGENCY .00 2,764.43 3,500.00 735.57 79.0 100-10-51400-344 UNIFORMS .00 .00 300.00 300.00 .0 100-10-51400-710 CHARITABLE DONATIONS .00 1,000.00 1,000.00 .00 100.0 100-10-51400-820 BUILDING IMPROVEMENT OUTLAY .00 8,300.00 .00 ( 8,300.00) .0 100-10-51440-316 SUPPLIES/EXPENCES 116.31 273.39 1,500.00 1,226.61 18.2 100-10-51440-320 TRAINING/CONFERENCES .00 135.00 500.00 365.00 27.0 100-10-51440-342 COMMITTEE/WORKER EXPENSE .00 1,204.00 2,500.00 1,296.00 48.2 100-10-51500-100 SALARIES 2,741.76 27,332.42 35,639.97 8,307.55 76.7 100-10-51500-101 SS/MED 188.54 1,898.41 2,726.46 828.05 69.6 100-10-51500-102 RETIREMENT 197.40 1,967.88 2,423.52 455.64 81.2 100-10-51500-103 HEALTH INSURANCE 961.44 7,449.32 11,537.31 4,087.99 64.6 100-10-51500-300 AUDITING EXPENSES .00 15,891.72 15,000.00 ( 891.72) 105.9 100-10-51530-210 OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICE 724.20 6,517.80 8,500.00 1,982.20 76.7 100-10-51600-211 PROPERTY INSURANCE .00 1,231.00 1,259.06 28.06 97.8 100-10-51600-303 ELECTRICITY 389.01 6,156.99 7,500.00 1,343.01 82.1 100-10-51600-304 LP GAS .00 1,151.44 1,500.00 348.56 76.8 100-10-51600-305 WELL TESTS .00 60.00 240.00 180.00 25.0 100-10-51600-306 PHONE 399.47 3,110.63 4,000.00 889.37 77.8 100-10-51600-307 WATER TREATMENT .00 180.00 .00 ( 180.00) .0 100-10-51600-309 INTERNET 89.99 719.92 675.00 ( 44.92) 106.7 100-10-51601-210 OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES .00 .00 10,000.00 10,000.00 .0 100-10-51601-211 PROPERTY INSURANCE .00 3,304.00 3,332.47 28.47 99.2 100-10-51601-303 ELECTRICITY 475.40 2,198.93 3,500.00 1,301.07 62.8 100-10-51601-304 LP GAS .00 4,969.06 7,000.00 2,030.94 71.0 100-10-51601-305 WELL TESTS .00 60.00 .00 ( 60.00) .0 100-10-51601-308 SEWER FEES .00 1,131.00 1,500.00 369.00 75.4 100-10-51601-309 INTERNET 206.83 2,086.54 1,700.00 ( 386.54) 122.7 100-10-51910-200 ILLEGAL TAXES REFUNDED .00 4,011.37 .00 ( 4,011.37) .0 VILLAGE OF EPHRA IM EXPENDITURES WITH COMPARISON TO BUDGET FOR THE 9 MONTHS ENDING SEPTEMBER 30, 2026 GENERAL FUND PERIOD ACTUAL YTD ACTUAL BUDGET UNEXPENDED PCNT FOR ADMINISTRATION USE ONLY 75 % OF THE FISCAL YEAR HAS ELAPSED 10/08/2026 01:56PM PAGE: 3 100-10-51910-730 MISC EXPENSE .00 .00 3,800.00 3,800.00 .0 100-10-51930-212 LIABILITY INSURANCE 1,552.00 9,125.00 7,000.00 ( 2,125.00) 130.4 100-10-52400-100 SALARIES 770.56 7,681.79 10,017.60 2,335.81 76.7 100-10-52400-101 SS/MED 53.78 540.88 766.35 225.47 70.6 100-10-52400-102 RETIREMENT 55.48 553.08 681.20 128.12 81.2 100-10-52400-103 HEALTH INSURANCE 213.66 1,655.47 2,563.85 908.38 64.6 100-10-55300-316 SUPPLIES/EXPENSES .00 249.11 2,600.00 2,350.89 9.6 100-10-56400-100 SALARIES 1,926.40 19,204.46 25,044.00 5,839.54 76.7 100-10-56400-101 SS/MED 134.46 1,352.21 1,915.87 563.66 70.6 100-10-56400-102 RETIREMENT 138.70 1,382.71 1,702.99 320.28 81.2 100-10-56400-103 HEALTH INSURANCE 534.12 4,138.39 6,409.62 2,271.23 64.6 100-10-56400-333 OFFICE SUPPLIES/EXPENSES .00 .00 500.00 500.00 .0 100-10-56700-720 SUBSIDY TO ORGANIZATION .00 29,076.22 .00 ( 29,076.22) .0 100-10-56701-210 ROOM TAX EXPENSES .00 .00 50,000.00 50,000.00 .0 100-10-58100-600 PRINCIPAL .00 442,016.40 235,000.00 ( 207,016.40) 188.1 100-10-58200-601 INTEREST .00 144,741.67 114,293.76 ( 30,447.91) 126.6 TOT AL ADMINISTRATION 38,253.12 996,919.24 905,364.47 ( 91,554.77) 110.1 VILLAGE OF EPHRA IM EXPENDITURES WITH COMPARISON TO BUDGET FOR THE 9 MONTHS ENDING SEPTEMBER 30, 2026 GENERAL FUND PERIOD ACTUAL YTD ACTUAL BUDGET UNEXPENDED PCNT FOR ADMINISTRATION USE ONLY 75 % OF THE FISCAL YEAR HAS ELAPSED 10/08/2026 01:56PM PAGE: 4 PUBLIC WORKS 100-20 -53000-100 SALARIES 12,339.84 113,294.23 170,268.40 56,974.17 66.5 100-20-53000-101 SS/MED 873.89 8,354.47 12,681.28 4,326.81 65.9 100-20-53000-102 RETIREMENT 888.46 8,579.09 11,225.25 2,646.16 76.4 100-20-53000-103 HEALTH INSURANCE 2,903.21 27,200.40 61,696.79 34,496.39 44.1 100-20-53000-104 DISABILITY INSURANCE 429.04 1,913.48 2,500.00 586.52 76.5 100-20-53000-105 WORKERS COMPENSATION 1,101.00 4,084.00 5,028.86 944.86 81.2 100-20-53000-312 CELLPHONE 14.77 178.16 600.00 421.84 29.7 100-20-53000-320 TRAINING/CONFERENCES .00 .00 600.00 600.00 .0 100-20-53000-333 OFFICE SUPPLIES/EXPENSES .00 861.33 1,000.00 138.67 86.1 100-20-53000-344 UNIFORMS .00 314.15 2,250.00 1,935.85 14.0 100-20-53301-220 MOWING 181.14 362.28 1,500.00 1,137.72 24.2 100-20-53301-221 SWEEPING/MARKING .00 7,952.60 6,000.00 ( 1,952.60) 132.5 100-20-53301-222 ROAD TRIMMING .00 .00 2,000.00 2,000.00 .0 100-20-53301-223 SNOW REMOVAL 550.00 11,639.03 32,000.00 20,360.97 36.4 100-20-53301-300 FACILITY EQUIPMENT .00 89.97 1,000.00 910.03 9.0 100-20-53301-302 FACILITY MAINT./REPAIR/STREET 1,612.11 1,777.91 5,000.00 3,222.09 35.6 100-20-53302-820 OTHER IMPR. OUTLAY/STREET REC 3,680.44 497,648.90 .00 ( 497,648.90) .0 100-20-53302-830 OTHER IMPR.OUTLAY/DOT RESURFA 111,949.83 113,227.64 .00 ( 113,227.64) .0 100-20-53310-310 VEHICLE FUEL 758.35 5,491.98 12,000.00 6,508.02 45.8 100-20-53310-311 VEHICLE MAINTENANCE 3,979.13 6,938.44 20,000.00 13,061.56 34.7 100-20-53310-340 VEHICLE INSURANCE 354.00 1,416.00 1,476.60 60.60 95.9 100-20-53321-303 ELECTRICITY/VISITOR CENTER ( .35) 46.23 700.00 653.77 6.6 100-20-53321-305 WELL TESTS/VISITOR CENTER .00 .00 150.00 150.00 .0 100-20-53321-307 WATER TREATMENT/VISITOR C .00 30.00 .00 ( 30.00) .0 100-20-53321-308 SEWER FEES/VISITOR CENTER .00 300.00 600.00 300.00 50.0 100-20-53322-210 OTHER CONTR. SERV./MAINT.BUILD .00 2,049.00 2,500.00 451.00 82.0 100-20-53322-211 PROPERTY INSURANCE/MAINT.BUILD .00 4,665.00 4,693.76 28.76 99.4 100-20-53322-301 FACILITY SUPPLIES/MAINT.BUILD 752.60 1,420.16 2,000.00 579.84 71.0 100-20-53322-302 FACILITY MAINT/REPAIR/MAIN.B 1,726.49 6,344.54 17,000.00 10,655.46 37.3 100-20-53322-304 LP GAS/MAINT.BUILD .00 3,986.72 2,500.00 ( 1,486.72) 159.5 100-20-53322-305 WELL TESTS/MAINT.BUILD .00 .00 300.00 300.00 .0 100-20-53322-307 WATER TREATMENT/MAINT.BUILD .00 450.00 .00 ( 450.00) .0 100-20-53322-309 INTERNET/MAINT.BUILD 77.50 640.00 2,225.00 1,585.00 28.8 100-20-53322-350 JANITORIAL SUPPLIES/MAINT.BUIL 225.47 2,320.67 5,000.00 2,679.33 46.4 100-20-53322-351 HARDWARE/TOOLS/MAINT.BUILD 48.92 1,074.24 1,500.00 425.76 71.6 100-20-53322-352 EQUIPMENT RENTAL .00 .00 1,000.00 1,000.00 .0 100-20-53322-810 EQUIPMENT OUTLAY/MAINT.BUILD 4,082.00 54,082.00 .00 ( 54,082.00) .0 100-20-53322-820 BLDG IMPR.OUTLAY/MAINT.BUILD .00 536.32 3,000.00 2,463.68 17.9 100-20-53322-830 OTHER IMPR.OUTLAY/MAINT.BUILD 35,694.48 35,694.48 .00 ( 35,694.48) .0 100-20-53323-308 SEWER FEES .00 300.00 .00 ( 300.00) .0 100-20-53420-301 FACILITY SUPPLIES/STREET LIGHT 20.46 148.56 200.00 51.44 74.3 100-20-53420-302 FACILITY MAINT/REPAIR/STREET L .00 .00 400.00 400.00 .0 100-20-53420-303 ELECTRICITY/STREET LIGHT 1,847.97 12,540.01 18,000.00 5,459.99 69.7 100-20-53440-210 OTHER CONTR SERVICE/STORM SE .00 669.50 2,000.00 1,330.50 33.5 100-20-53620-210 OTHER CONTR SERVICE/RECYCLING 509.89 5,406.82 8,500.00 3,093.18 63.6 100-20-53621-210 OTHER CONTR SERVICE/GARBAGE 269.47 1,877.54 3,000.00 1,122.46 62.6 100-20-53640-210 OTHER CONTR SERVICES/WEED .00 .00 4,000.00 4,000.00 .0 100-20-55200-225 MULCH .00 4,439.91 5,000.00 560.09 88.8 100-20-55200-226 DIRT & STONE 74.10 828.53 4,000.00 3,171.47 20.7 100-20-55200-227 FLOWERS .00 4,138.15 6,000.00 1,861.85 69.0 100-20-55200-228 TREE CUTTING .00 1,866.99 6,500.00 4,633.01 28.7 100-20-55200-229 PLUMBING 40.96 2,716.13 3,000.00 283.87 90.5 VILLAGE OF EPHRA IM EXPENDITURES WITH COMPARISON TO BUDGET FOR THE 9 MONTHS ENDING SEPTEMBER 30, 2026 GENERAL FUND PERIOD ACTUAL YTD ACTUAL BUDGET UNEXPENDED PCNT FOR ADMINISTRATION USE ONLY 75 % OF THE FISCAL YEAR HAS ELAPSED 10/08/2026 01:56PM PAGE: 5 100-20-55200-230 ELECTRICAL/PARKS & GROUNDS .00 23.24 500.00 476.76 4.7 100-20-55200-232 CONCRETE .00 15.98 500.00 484.02 3.2 100-20-55200-300 FACILITY EQUIPMENT/PARKS&GROU .00 4,457.98 1,800.00 ( 2,657.98) 247.7 100-20-55200-302 FACILITY MAINT/REPAIR/PARKS&GR 61.56 2,943.19 4,500.00 1,556.81 65.4 100-20-55200-303 ELECTRICITY/HARBORSIDE/WETLAN 67.13 565.69 700.00 134.31 80.8 100-20-55200-353 EQUIPMENT REPAIR/MAINT/PARKS .00 1,144.45 2,500.00 1,355.55 45.8 100-20-55200-810 EQUIPMENT OUTLAY/PARKS & GROU .00 61.44 .00 ( 61.44) .0 100-20-55200-830 OTHER IMPR OUTLAY/PARKS/TREES .00 12,671.62 28,400.00 15,728.38 44.6 100-20-55200-840 PROJECT OUTLAY/PARKS&GROUNDS 532.68 18,563.68 5,000.00 ( 13,563.68) 371.3 100-20-55401-830 OTHER IMPROVEMENT OUTLAY .00 26,812.88 .00 ( 26,812.88) .0 100-20-55420-305 WELL TESTS/BEACH .00 30.00 120.00 90.00 25.0 100-20-55420-308 SEWER FEES/BEACH .00 330.00 645.00 315.00 51.2 TOT AL PUBLIC WORKS 187,646.54 1,027,515.71 497,260.94 ( 530,254.77) 206.6 FI RE 100-50 -52100-301 LAW ENFORCEMENT .00 .00 5,000.00 5,000.00 .0 100-50-52200-100 SALARIES 1,604.17 10,810.03 21,000.00 10,189.97 51.5 100-50-52200-101 SS/MED 482.86 4,049.88 4,000.00 ( 49.88) 101.3 100-50-52200-102 RETIREMENT 106.02 1,176.60 1,200.00 23.40 98.1 100-50-52200-103 HEALTH INSURANCE 127.06 1,261.47 3,000.00 1,738.53 42.1 100-50-52200-105 WORKERS COMPENSATION 158.00 632.00 1,000.00 368.00 63.2 100-50-52200-106 LOSA (AD) .00 .00 7,000.00 7,000.00 .0 100-50-52200-211 PROPERTY INSURANCE .00 752.00 780.73 28.73 96.3 100-50-52200-302 FACILITY MAINTENANCE/REPAIR 194.99 2,786.64 5,000.00 2,213.36 55.7 100-50-52200-304 LP GAS 608.03 1,795.16 1,500.00 ( 295.16) 119.7 100-50-52200-310 VEHICLE FUEL 679.39 5,481.20 5,000.00 ( 481.20) 109.6 100-50-52200-312 CELLPHONE 51.99 415.68 800.00 384.32 52.0 100-50-52200-320 TRAINING/CONFERENCES .00 5,560.62 13,000.00 7,439.38 42.8 100-50-52200-333 OFFICE SUPPLIES/EXPENCES .00 10.99 400.00 389.01 2.8 100-50-52200-335 PROFESSIONAL DUES/EXPENCES .00 1,160.00 1,200.00 40.00 96.7 100-50-52200-340 VEHICLE INSURANCE 1,511.00 6,047.00 6,311.15 264.15 95.8 100-50-52200-353 EQUIPMENT REPAIR/MAINTENANCE 523.02 20,868.14 30,000.00 9,131.86 69.6 100-50-52200-368 PREVENTION MATERIALS (AD) .00 .00 300.00 300.00 .0 100-50-52200-369 FIRE NUMBER IMPROVEMENTS 101.38 286.30 500.00 213.70 57.3 100-50-52200-370 PAGER MAINTENANCE .00 95.88 600.00 504.12 16.0 100-50-52200-371 EQUIPMENT .00 4,581.32 28,200.00 23,618.68 16.3 100-50-52200-372 EPHRAIM FIRE CALLS 634.50 5,508.00 7,000.00 1,492.00 78.7 100-50-52200-373 MID DOOR FIRE CALLS .00 ( 569.90) .00 569.90 .0 100-50-52200-374 MUTUAL AID FIRE CALLS 2,376.00 12,902.25 8,500.00 ( 4,402.25) 151.8 100-50-52200-375 EPHRAIM FIRE MTGS 1,417.50 11,899.50 22,000.00 10,100.50 54.1 100-50-52200-378 EPHRAIM EVENT CALLS 150.50 473.00 475.00 2.00 99.6 100-50-52200-379 INSPECTION/DATA ENTRY (AD) .00 1,437.50 3,100.00 1,662.50 46.4 100-50-52200-810 EQUIPMENT OUTLAY .00 .00 4,000.00 4,000.00 .0 100-50-52300-377 FIRST RESPONDER EXPENCES .00 .00 9,000.00 9,000.00 .0 TOT AL FIRE 10,726.41 99,421.26 189,866.88 90,445.62 52.4 TOT AL FUND EXPENDITURES 236,626.07 2,123,856.21 1,592,492.29 ( 531,363.92) 133.4 VILLAGE OF EPHRA IM EXPENDITURES WITH COMPARISON TO BUDGET FOR THE 9 MONTHS ENDING SEPTEMBER 30, 2026 GENERAL FUND PERIOD ACTUAL YTD ACTUAL BUDGET UNEXPENDED PCNT FOR ADMINISTRATION USE ONLY 75 % OF THE FISCAL YEAR HAS ELAPSED 10/08/2026 01:56PM PAGE: 6 NET REVENUE OVER EXPENDITURES ( 150,582.06) ( 154,753.20) 703,870.14 858,623.34 ( 22.0) VILLAGE OF EPHRA IM REVENUES WITH COMPARISON TO BUDGET FOR THE 9 MONTHS ENDING SEPTEMBER 30, 2026 WATER FUND PERIOD ACTUAL YTD ACTUAL BUDGET UNEXPENDED PCNT FOR ADMINISTRATION USE ONLY 75 % OF THE FISCAL YEAR HAS ELAPSED 10/08/2026 01:56PM PAGE: 7 PUBLIC WORKS 201-20 -46410 WATER TEST REVENUE 2,460.00 32,701.96 38,627.00 5,925.04 84.7 201-20-48100 WATER ACCOUNT INTEREST 69.16 591.66 .00 ( 591.66) .0 TOT AL PUBLIC WORKS 2,529.16 33,293.62 38,627.00 5,333.38 86.2 TOT AL FUND REVENUE 2,529.16 33,293.62 38,627.00 5,333.38 86.2 VILLAGE OF EPHRA IM EXPENDITURES WITH COMPARISON TO BUDGET FOR THE 9 MONTHS ENDING SEPTEMBER 30, 2026 WATER FUND PERIOD ACTUAL YTD ACTUAL BUDGET UNEXPENDED PCNT FOR ADMINISTRATION USE ONLY 75 % OF THE FISCAL YEAR HAS ELAPSED 10/08/2026 01:56PM PAGE: 8 WASTEWATER 201-30 -53700-110 PERSONNEL SERVICES .00 .00 1,000.00 1,000.00 .0 201-30-53700-210 OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICE .00 .00 12,000.00 12,000.00 .0 201-30-53700-331 POSTAGE .00 910.14 1,000.00 89.86 91.0 201-30-53700-335 PROFESSIONAL DUES/EXPENSES .00 .00 400.00 400.00 .0 201-30-53700-397 WATER TESTING COSTS 37.55 12,962.12 12,800.00 ( 162.12) 101.3 201-30-53700-398 WATER TESTING OPERATIONS EXP 995.00 3,487.87 8,400.00 4,912.13 41.5 201-30-53700-400 VEHICLE REPLACEMENT .00 .00 3,745.00 3,745.00 .0 TOT AL WASTEWATER 1,032.55 17,360.13 39,345.00 21,984.87 44.1 TOT AL FUND EXPENDITURES 1,032.55 17,360.13 39,345.00 21,984.87 44.1 NET REV ENUE OVER EXPENDITURES 1,496.61 15,933.49 ( 718.00) ( 16,651.49) 2219.2 VILLAGE OF EPHRA IM REVENUES WITH COMPARISON TO BUDGET FOR THE 9 MONTHS ENDING SEPTEMBER 30, 2026 DOCKS FUND PERIOD ACTUAL YTD ACTUAL BUDGET UNEXPENDED PCNT FOR ADMINISTRATION USE ONLY 75 % OF THE FISCAL YEAR HAS ELAPSED 10/08/2026 01:56PM PAGE: 9 DOCKS 202-40 -46751 MOORINGS .00 7,167.61 8,000.00 832.39 89.6 202-40-46752 SEASONAL SLIPS .00 74,025.19 84,000.00 9,974.81 88.1 202-40-46753 LAUNCHING FEES 697.00 8,037.00 10,000.00 1,963.00 80.4 202-40-46754 TRANSIENT FEES 2,084.80 31,696.54 25,000.00 ( 6,696.54) 126.8 202-40-46755 SEASONAL DINGHY FEES 72.10 794.82 1,000.00 205.18 79.5 202-40-46756 SEASONAL LAUNCH FEES .00 2,005.00 2,000.00 ( 5.00) 100.3 202-40-48100 INTEREST INCOME 525.61 4,610.85 4,000.00 ( 610.85) 115.3 TOT AL DOCKS 3,379.51 128,337.01 134,000.00 5,662.99 95.8 TOT AL FUND REVENUE 3,379.51 128,337.01 134,000.00 5,662.99 95.8 VILLAGE OF EPHRA IM EXPENDITURES WITH COMPARISON TO BUDGET FOR THE 9 MONTHS ENDING SEPTEMBER 30, 2026 DOCKS FUND PERIOD ACTUAL YTD ACTUAL BUDGET UNEXPENDED PCNT FOR ADMINISTRATION USE ONLY 75 % OF THE FISCAL YEAR HAS ELAPSED 10/08/2026 01:56PM PAGE: 10 DOCKS 202-40 -55430-100 SALARIES 909.19 11,295.74 24,000.00 12,704.26 47.1 202-40-55430-101 SS/MED 69.55 864.12 1,500.00 635.88 57.6 202-40-55430-105 WORKERS COMPENSATION 74.00 296.00 337.40 41.40 87.7 202-40-55430-110 PERSONEL SERVICES .00 .00 19,900.00 19,900.00 .0 202-40-55430-211 PROPERTY INSURANCE .00 5,875.00 5,903.15 28.15 99.5 202-40-55430-303 ELECTRICITY 162.37 1,266.41 1,800.00 533.59 70.4 202-40-55430-305 WELL TESTS .00 240.00 120.00 ( 120.00) 200.0 202-40-55430-307 WATER TREATMENT .00 1,474.15 3,000.00 1,525.85 49.1 202-40-55430-308 SEWER FEES .00 300.00 496.00 196.00 60.5 202-40-55430-309 INTERNET 125.00 1,266.85 1,300.00 33.15 97.5 202-40-55430-312 CELLPHONE 24.23 193.60 300.00 106.40 64.5 202-40-55430-331 POSTAGE .00 .00 175.00 175.00 .0 202-40-55430-333 OFFICE SUPPLIES/EXPESES .00 1,104.79 1,200.00 95.21 92.1 202-40-55430-334 COMPUTER SUPPLIES/EXPENCES .00 5,847.00 6,000.00 153.00 97.5 202-40-55431-240 BUOYS & PLACEMENT .00 10,687.36 10,000.00 ( 687.36) 106.9 202-40-55431-360 DOCK REPAIR .00 .00 8,000.00 8,000.00 .0 202-40-55431-361 DOCK EQUIPMENT 232.09 232.09 1,500.00 1,267.91 15.5 202-40-55431-362 MINOR PROJECTS .00 1,229.59 10,000.00 8,770.41 12.3 202-40-55431-810 EQUIPMENT OUTLAY .00 .00 38,468.45 38,468.45 .0 202-40-55431-830 OTHER IMPROVEMENT OUTLAY .00 8,255.00 .00 ( 8,255.00) .0 TOT AL DOCKS 1,596.43 50,427.70 134,000.00 83,572.30 37.6 TOT AL FUND EXPENDITURES 1,596.43 50,427.70 134,000.00 83,572.30 37.6 NET REV ENUE OVER EXPENDITURES 1,783.08 77,909.31 .00 ( 77,909.31) .0 VILLAGE OF EPHRA IM REVENUES WITH COMPARISON TO BUDGET FOR THE 9 MONTHS ENDING SEPTEMBER 30, 2026 WASTEWATER FUND PERIOD ACTUAL YTD ACTUAL BUDGET UNEXPENDED PCNT FOR ADMINISTRATION USE ONLY 75 % OF THE FISCAL YEAR HAS ELAPSED 10/08/2026 01:56PM PAGE: 11 WASTEWATER 610-30 -41900 MISC NONOPERATING INCOME/TAX .00 131,120.66 131,120.00 ( .66) 100.0 610-30-44900 CONNECT/HT PERMIT FEES .00 14,157.00 .00 ( 14,157.00) .0 610-30-45190 0.045 LATE CHARGE-SEWERED CUS .00 111.39 1,500.00 1,388.61 7.4 610-30-46410 SEWER CHARGES 115,827.00 346,581.00 460,308.00 113,727.00 75.3 610-30-46411 HOLDING TANK/SEPTIC CHARGES 6,554.01 24,454.85 24,000.00 ( 454.85) 101.9 610-30-46730 MISC RENTALS/SERVICES .00 .00 1,000.00 1,000.00 .0 610-30-48100 INTEREST ON INVESTMENTS 2,258.09 19,560.84 .00 ( 19,560.84) .0 610-30-48400 MISC INCOME/LAWSUIT SETTLEMEN .00 .00 20,000.00 20,000.00 .0 610-30-48410 WATER TEST LABOR INCOME .00 .00 12,000.00 12,000.00 .0 610-30-49200 TRANSFERS IN OTHER FUNDS - WW .00 .00 3,500.00 3,500.00 .0 TOT AL WASTEWATER 124,639.10 535,985.74 653,428.00 117,442.26 82.0 TOT AL FUND REVENUE 124,639.10 535,985.74 653,428.00 117,442.26 82.0 VILLAGE OF EPHRA IM EXPENDITURES WITH COMPARISON TO BUDGET FOR THE 9 MONTHS ENDING SEPTEMBER 30, 2026 WASTEWATER FUND PERIOD ACTUAL YTD ACTUAL BUDGET UNEXPENDED PCNT FOR ADMINISTRATION USE ONLY 75 % OF THE FISCAL YEAR HAS ELAPSED 10/08/2026 01:56PM PAGE: 12 WASTEWATER 610-30 -57401-100 SALARIES 13,111.04 132,185.35 167,576.70 35,391.35 78.9 610-30-57401-101 SS/MED 913.46 9,748.85 12,475.37 2,726.52 78.1 610-30-57401-102 RETIREMENT 944.00 9,376.59 11,089.22 1,712.63 84.6 610-30-57401-103 HEALTH INSURANCE 3,727.25 29,992.42 45,031.78 15,039.36 66.6 610-30-57401-104 DISABILITY INSURANCE 296.38 1,333.71 2,000.00 666.29 66.7 610-30-57401-105 WORKERS COMPENSATION 1,062.00 3,929.00 4,853.47 924.47 81.0 610-30-57401-200 LEGAL FEES .00 .00 1,000.00 1,000.00 .0 610-30-57401-211 PROPERTY INSURANCE .00 8,139.00 8,167.28 28.28 99.7 610-30-57401-306 PHONE 231.72 3,595.32 2,500.00 ( 1,095.32) 143.8 610-30-57401-309 INTERNET 77.50 640.00 1,500.00 860.00 42.7 610-30-57401-310 VEHICLE FUEL 368.77 1,949.49 3,000.00 1,050.51 65.0 610-30-57401-311 VEHICLE MAINTENANCE 59.84 2,191.94 4,000.00 1,808.06 54.8 610-30-57401-312 CELLPHONES 179.23 937.30 1,000.00 62.70 93.7 610-30-57401-320 TRAINING/CONFERENCES 232.70 958.79 4,000.00 3,041.21 24.0 610-30-57401-331 POSTAGE .00 2.00 400.00 398.00 .5 610-30-57401-333 OFFICE SUPPLIES/EXPENSES .00 221.00 250.00 29.00 88.4 610-30-57401-334 COMPUTER SUPPLIES/EXPENSES 374.50 1,401.33 2,000.00 598.67 70.1 610-30-57401-335 PROFESSIONAL DUES/EXPENSES 45.90 3,110.34 4,000.00 889.66 77.8 610-30-57401-337 AUDITING EXPENSES .00 6,005.74 6,900.00 894.26 87.0 610-30-57401-340 VEHICLE INSURANCE 406.00 1,627.00 1,698.59 71.59 95.8 610-30-57401-343 CONTINGENCY 91.33 451.99 1,000.00 548.01 45.2 610-30-57401-344 UNIFORMS .00 157.76 450.00 292.24 35.1 610-30-57401-387 GROUNDS MAINTENANCE 372.32 529.25 500.00 ( 29.25) 105.9 610-30-57401-389 SAFETY EXPENSES 130.00 551.41 4,000.00 3,448.59 13.8 610-30-57402-210 OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES 64.60 2,791.96 2,000.00 ( 791.96) 139.6 610-30-57402-303 ELECTRICITY 4,400.60 22,992.68 30,000.00 7,007.32 76.6 610-30-57402-304 LP GAS .00 2,841.85 2,500.00 ( 341.85) 113.7 610-30-57402-351 HARDWARE/TOOLS 12.34 670.26 1,300.00 629.74 51.6 610-30-57402-380 CHEMICALS PLANT .00 4,325.32 9,500.00 5,174.68 45.5 610-30-57402-381 CHEMICALS LAB 220.05 1,426.46 3,000.00 1,573.54 47.6 610-30-57402-382 LAB EQUIPMENT & REPAIR 344.63 3,139.06 2,000.00 ( 1,139.06) 157.0 610-30-57402-383 SLUDGE EXPENSE 101.44 10,235.05 20,000.00 9,764.95 51.2 610-30-57402-385 PLANT EQUIPMENT & REPAIR 1,683.55 6,244.97 10,000.00 3,755.03 62.5 610-30-57402-386 ODOR CONTROL 56.95 266.85 2,600.00 2,333.15 10.3 610-30-57402-390 UV PLANT DISINFECTION .00 .00 4,500.00 4,500.00 .0 610-30-57402-810 EQUIPMENT OUTLAY .00 .00 7,500.00 7,500.00 .0 610-30-57403-303 ELECTRICITY 859.00 6,569.25 7,500.00 930.75 87.6 610-30-57403-304 LP GAS .00 80.10 1,000.00 919.90 8.0 610-30-57403-384 COLLECTION SYSTEM MAINT ( 235.04) 13,179.06 13,000.00 ( 179.06) 101.4 610-30-57404-810 EQUIPMENT OUTLAY 20,500.00 72,845.50 116,515.60 43,670.10 62.5 610-30-57404-840 OTHER IMPROUTLAY-ENGINEERING .00 31,275.30 .00 ( 31,275.30) .0 TOT AL WASTEWATER 50,632.06 397,919.25 522,308.01 124,388.76 76.2 TOT AL FUND EXPENDITURES 50,632.06 397,919.25 522,308.01 124,388.76 76.2 NET REV ENUE OVER EXPENDITURES 74,007.04 138,066.49 131,119.99 ( 6,946.50) 105.3 October 5th, 2026 Ephraim WW, WWT, SS Manager OIC Report EFF samples sent to Northern Lake Services for ammonia testing: Ph testing: Five times per week as required. TSS, BOD, Po4, labs with lab cleanup: Twice per week as required. Eff E-coli test, this must be done May-October once per week while running disinfection. • Changed air filter on lift 2 generator • Met with two gas detector salesmen. • Finished all the septic inspections currently on the list. • Made our own crust buster for agitating septic tanks. Ephraim Well Water Testing Year to Date In-House Bacteria: 133 944 Clean Water Testing: 36 139 Total water test: 169 1083 Ephraim Septage Service: Holding Tank Pump Outs: 10 61 Septic Pump Outs / Inspections: 6 23 Emergency Call Ins: Weather: Precip: 2.13 25.12 Max Temp: 83 89 Min Temp: 46 -17 Respectfully submitted, Brad Rasmusson Village of Ephraim Wastewater Manager August 2026 Ephraim WW, WWT, SS Manager OIC Report EFF samples sent to Northern Lake Services for ammonia testing: Ph testing: Five times per week as required. TSS, BOD, Po4, labs with lab cleanup: Twice per week as required. Eff E-coli test, this must be done May-October once per week while running disinfection. All testing reported to the DNR in the monthly EDMR. • Painted metal service doors and trim on plant and electrical boxes on receiving station. • Replaced overhead door opener switch for vehicle room. • Purchased 4 new suction hoses for the pumper truck. • Worked on landscaping around plant and receiving station. • New roof was installed on receiving station by Northern Metal Roofing, they will be coming back to finish the metal flashing and roof drains. • Received a quote for the rebuild of blower #2 • Working on getting quotes for north end manhole repairs and main lift. Ephraim Well Water Testing Year to Date as of 8/31/26 Number of Water Tests: 93 936 In-House Bacteria: 82 828 Clean Water Testing: 11 108 Ephraim Septage Service: Holding Tank Pump Outs: 12 56 Septic Pump Outs / Inspections: 5 16 Emergency Call Ins: Weather: Precip: 4.0 22.99 Max Temp: 78 89 Min Temp: 49 -17 Respectfully submitted, Brad Rasmusson Village of Ephraim Physical Facilities/Utilities September Maintenance Manager Report Work done in September: • Daily Tasks (Bathroom Cleaning, Garbage collection, Litter Pick-up). • Lawn Mowing as needed. • Cleaning of Administration Building and Library. • Set up and take down of Village Hall as needed • Push Up Dump as needed • Work on 2027 Budget • Painted Oblisk on Anderson Dock • Grade Parking area and entrances at Wetlands • Take down Flags on Light Poles for year • Pressure washing at Anderson Dock-Graffiti on concrete and rub rails • Fall Décor was put up • Moved Village Posting Box from VIC to Library • Repaired Stop Sign on Maple Ln. & Maple Grove Rd. • Moved Stop Sign on CTY Q & Moravia St. for better Visibility • Pothole patching various areas • Installed AED Box at Village Hall • Repaired various areas of curbing • Cut up downed tree on Maple Grove Rd that was blocking entire roadway • Emergency Call In on 9/25 for a Tree Down on Anderson Lane blocking roadway-called in by concerned citizen and Sheriff’s Office • Pressure washing of bathrooms at Beach followed by painting of bathrooms and doors • DOT inspections on F-350 & F-550 with repairs completed to both front ends of the trucks • Oil Change on F-350 completed in-house • Tractor, Skid steer and Lawn Mower Maintenance • Assisted volunteers with hauling 5 truckloads of mulch to Wetlands and using skid steer to bring it into areas where needed Respectfully Submitted Justin MacDonald Maintenance Manager jmacdonald@ephraim.wi,gov Ephraim Fire Department P.O. Box 138, Ephraim, WI 54211 Fire Chief Justin MacDonald September 2026 EPHRAIM RUNS: 3 09-14-26 Eagle Harbor 9 Firefighters Sinking Boat/ Secure area 09-16-26 3134 Larson Ln 5 Firefighters Fire Alarm/Inves tigate 09-24-26 10018 Water St. 6 Firefighters Smoke in building/Investigate EPHRAIM EMR CALLS: 10 MUTUAL AID (MA) AUTO AID (AA) or MABAS RUNS: 3 09-07-26 Nicolet Bay GFD (MA) 6 Firefighters Drowning/Assist on sce ne 09-22-26 12832 Kenosha Dr. SBLG (MA) 4 Firefighters Unknow issue/Cancelled 09-24-26 9021 Sunset Dr. BHFD (AA) 3 Firefighters Smoke in building/Cancelled YEAR TO DATE FIRE CALLS: 72 YEAR TO DATE EMS CALLS: 67 TRAINING COMPLETED: Ephraim Home Meeting: Our 1st meeting was held on September 3rd and training was on Fire Attack. Firefighters simulated a live fire and worked through all aspects of it, hose deployment, water supply, SCBA Ops, forcible entry, fire attack, radio communications and what to do if there is a downed firefighter. 13 Firefighters participated in this drill. 2 nd Home Meeting: Our 2nd meeting was held on September 17th and training was on Rapid Intervention Teams. Firefighters built off of Live Fire Attack training on what to do if someone goes down in a building. Review of all tools needed, how to remove a firefighter, review of RIT bag and proper connections that need to be made and general firefighter safety was gone over. 12 Firefighters participated in this training. Other Training: -EMR’s attended Monthly Meeting in Sister Bay -Firefighters McCutcheon and Whitney attended a class on Electric Vehicles at the Gibraltar Fire Station Other: -Firefighters performed Weekly Truck Checks and performed minor repairs that were needed. -Annual Hose Testing was completed. No failures. Asst. Chief Rockwell, Firefighters Pluff, Stokles and Niemer assisted in the testing along with the Hose Testing company. -Chief MacDonald attended Annual MABAS Conference -Chief MacDonald & Asst. Chief Rockwell attended County Fire Chief’s Meeting -Department Officers worked on and finalized 2027 Budget Respectfully Submitted Justin MacDonald Fire Chief Ephraim Fire Department Village of Ephra im Unpaid Invoice Report Page: 1 Report dates: ALL-ALL Oct 08, 2026 01:58PM In voice Sequence Description Type Invoice Due Invoice Discount Net Invoice GL Account Number Number Date Date Amount Amount Check Amount Number 13 FRONTIER 2 62-159-073 1 Phone Charges-WW 262-159-0737 Invoice 09/25/2026 10/14/2026 253.22 253.22 610-30-5740 T otal 262-159-0737-100501-5: 253.22 .00 253.22 T otal 13 FRONTIER: 253.22 .00 253.22 24 WISCONS IN PUBLIC SERVICE 0403256491- 1 Streetlights Invoice 09/25/2026 10/14/2026 680.51 680.51 100-20-5342 T otal 0403256491-22-9-26: 680.51 .00 680.51 0403256 491- 1 Admin Invoice 09/14/2026 10/14/2026 388.59 388.59 100-10-5160 0403256491- 2 Streetlights Invoice 09/14/2026 10/14/2026 496.44 496.44 100-20-5342 T otal 0403256491-31-9-26: 885.03 .00 885.03 0403256 491- 1 Harborside Invoice 09/14/2026 10/14/2026 41.99 41.99 100-20-5520 0403256491- 2 Village Hall Invoice 09/14/2026 10/14/2026 404.97 404.97 100-10-5160 0403256491- 3 Wetlands Invoice 09/14/2026 10/14/2026 30.00 30.00 100-20-5520 0403256491- 4 Visitor's Center Invoice 09/14/2026 10/14/2026 80.92 80.92 100-20-5332 T otal 0403256491-45-9-26: 557.88 .00 557.88 0403256 491- 1 Firehouse Marina & Anderson Dock Invoice 09/11/2026 10/14/2026 179.78 179.78 202-40-5543 T otal 0403256491-46-9-26: 179.78 .00 179.78 0403256 491- 1 Lift Station Invoice 09/11/2026 10/14/2026 126.01 126.01 610-30-5740 0403256491- 2 Plant Utility Invoice 09/11/2026 10/14/2026 3,932.88 3,932.88 610-30-5740 0403256491- 3 Lift Station Invoice 09/11/2026 10/14/2026 654.28 654.28 610-30-5740 T otal 0403256491-47-9-26: 4,713.17 .00 4,713.17 T otal 24 WISCONSIN PUBLIC SERVICE: 7,016.37 .00 7,016.37 53 NORTHERN DOOR COMMUNICATIONS 30178 1 Pager Invoice 09/21/2026 10/14/2026 630.00 630.00 100-50-5220 T otal 30178: 630.00 .00 630.00 30181 1 3 M onths Radio Service Invoice 10/02/2026 10/14/2026 304.50 304.50 100-20-5332 30181 2 3 Months Radio Service Invoice 10/02/2026 10/14/2026 304.50 304.50 100-20-5332 T otal 30181: 609.00 .00 609.00 T otal 53 NORTHERN DOOR COMMUNICATIONS: 1,239.00 .00 1,239.00 58 MARCO TECHNOLOGIES LLC INV1575635 1 Contract Usage Charge 9/29 - 10/28/20 Invoice 09/25/2026 10/14/2026 53.24 53.24 100-10-5140 INV1575635 2 Supply Freight Invoice 09/25/2026 10/14/2026 10.00 10.00 100-10-5140 T otal INV15756356: 63.24 .00 63.24 T otal 58 MARCO TECHNOLOGIES LLC: 63.24 .00 63.24 Village of Ephra im Unpaid Invoice Report Page: 2 Report dates: ALL-ALL Oct 08, 2026 01:58PM In voice Sequence Description Type Invoice Due Invoice Discount Net Invoice GL Account Number Number Date Date Amount Amount Check Amount Number 64 CULLIGA N 2627971-9-2 1 Salt at WW Invoice 09/17/2026 10/14/2026 24.80 24.80 610-30-5740 T otal 2627971-9-26: 24.80 .00 24.80 T otal 64 CULLIGAN: 24.80 .00 24.80 66 PENINS ULA PACERS LLC DEPVH 1 VH Deposit Refund-9-25-2026 Invoice 09/25/2026 10/14/2026 150.00 150.00 100-23200 T otal DEPVH: 150.00 .00 150.00 T otal 66 PENINSULA PACERS LLC: 150.00 .00 150.00 138 COUNTY OF DOOR - RYAN SCHLEY 2026-330003 1 FD-Diesel & Fuel Invoice 09/14/2026 10/14/2026 74.64 74.64 100-50-5220 T otal 2026-33000310: 74.64 .00 74.64 2 026-330003 1 Vehicle Fuel Invoice 09/14/2026 10/14/2026 886.25 886.25 100-20-5331 2026-330003 2 Vehicle Fuel Invoice 09/14/2026 10/14/2026 51.11 51.11 100-10-5140 2026-330003 3 Vehicle Fuel Invoice 09/14/2026 10/14/2026 157.03 157.03 610-30-5740 T otal 2026-33000311: 1,094.39 .00 1,094.39 2 026-330003 1 Public Works Lot Invoice 09/21/2026 10/14/2026 1,995.67 1,995.67 100-20-5332 2026-330003 2 WW Treatment Plant Lot Invoice 09/21/2026 10/14/2026 27,604.99 27,604.99 100-20-5332 2026-330003 3 Holland Rd, Spruce Ln, N Orchard Rd Invoice 09/21/2026 10/14/2026 14,749.69 14,749.69 100-20-5330 T otal 2026-33000335: 44,350.35 .00 44,350.35 T otal 138 COUNTY OF DOOR - RYAN SCHLEY: 45,519.38 .00 45,519.38 235 QUILL CORPORATION 50391619 1 Office Supplies Invoice 09/16/2026 09/25/2026 59.90 59.90 100-10-5140 T otal 50391619: 59.90 .00 59.90 5059499 4 1 Office Supplies Invoice 10/05/2026 10/14/2026 26.77 26.77 100-10-5140 T otal 50594994: 26.77 .00 26.77 T otal 235 QUILL CORPORATION: 86.67 .00 86.67 349 FIRE CA TT LLC 19091 1 Annual Fire Hose Testing Invoice 09/18/2026 10/14/2026 2,571.50 2,571.50 100-50-5220 T otal 19091: 2,571.50 .00 2,571.50 T otal 349 FIRE CATT LLC: 2,571.50 .00 2,571.50 376 JEFFERSON FIRE & S AFETY INC IN344341 1 SCBA Flow Testing Invoice 09/14/2026 09/25/2026 1,725.00 1,725.00 100-50-5220 T otal IN344341: 1,725.00 .00 1,725.00 IN34 4556 1 New York Hooks Invoice 09/22/2026 10/14/2026 213.78 213.78 100-50-5220 Village of Ephra im Unpaid Invoice Report Page: 3 Report dates: ALL-ALL Oct 08, 2026 01:58PM In voice Sequence Description Type Invoice Due Invoice Discount Net Invoice GL Account Number Number Date Date Amount Amount Check Amount Number T otal IN344556: 213.78 .00 213.78 T otal 376 JEFFERSON FIRE & SAFETY INC: 1,938.78 .00 1,938.78 540 JOHNSON CONTROLS FIRE P ROTECTION LP 10311009988 1 1/2 Payment for New Fire Alarm Panel Invoice 09/17/2026 10/14/2026 4,986.91 4,986.91 100-20-5520 T otal 103110099886: 4,986.91 .00 4,986.91 T otal 540 JOHNSON CONTROLS FIRE PROTECTION LP: 4,986.91 .00 4,986.91 543 CELLCOM WIS CONSIN RSA 10 497958 1 Cell Phone Charges-Spartan Go Cam Invoice 09/22/2026 10/14/2026 14.77 14.77 100-20-5300 497958 2 Cell Phone Charges-WW Invoice 09/22/2026 10/14/2026 194.23 194.23 610-30-5740 497958 3 Cell Phone Charges-Admin Invoice 09/22/2026 10/14/2026 185.22 185.22 100-10-5140 497958 4 Cell Phone Charges-WW Invoice 09/22/2026 10/14/2026 29.82 29.82 610-30-5740 497958 5 Cell Phone Charges-FD Invoice 09/22/2026 10/14/2026 27.76 27.76 100-50-5220 497958 6 Cell Phone Charges-FD Invoice 09/22/2026 10/14/2026 24.23 24.23 100-50-5220 497958 7 Cell Phone Charges-Marina Invoice 09/22/2026 10/14/2026 24.23 24.23 202-40-5543 T otal 497958: 500.26 .00 500.26 T otal 543 CELLCOM WISCONSIN RSA 10: 500.26 .00 500.26 605 NORTHERN LAKE SERVICE INC 2617483 1 Ammonia Test Invoice 09/28/2026 10/14/2026 23.80 23.80 610-30-5740 T otal 2617483: 23.80 .00 23.80 T otal 605 NORTHERN LAKE SERVICE INC: 23.80 .00 23.80 701 VILLA GE OF EPHRAIM/GENL 30008-23481 1 Water Tests-30008 Invoice 09/24/2026 10/14/2026 120.00 120.00 100-10-5160 T otal 30008-23481: 120.00 .00 120.00 T otal 701 VILLAGE OF EPHRAIM/GENL: 120.00 .00 120.00 712 J F CONSTRUCTION INC 9450 1 Hy dro Hose Repair Invoice 09/16/2026 09/25/2026 92.38 92.38 100-20-5520 T otal 9450: 92.38 .00 92.38 9490 1 Round Stone for Landscaping Invoice 09/21/2026 10/14/2026 294.26 294.26 610-30-5740 T otal 9490: 294.26 .00 294.26 T otal 712 J F CONSTRUCTION INC: 386.64 .00 386.64 799 AFLAC ATTN: REMITTANCE PROCESSING 189563 1 Supplemental Insurance Invoice 09/23/2026 10/14/2026 396.82 396.82 100-21515 T otal 189563: 396.82 .00 396.82 T otal 799 AFLAC ATTN: REMITTANCE PROCESSING: 396.82 .00 396.82 Village of Ephra im Unpaid Invoice Report Page: 4 Report dates: ALL-ALL Oct 08, 2026 01:58PM In voice Sequence Description Type Invoice Due Invoice Discount Net Invoice GL Account Number Number Date Date Amount Amount Check Amount Number 814 BV NA T'L ELEVATOR INSPECTION SERVICES 26021330 RI 1 Elevator Inspection-Admin Invoice 10/05/2026 10/14/2026 125.00 125.00 100-20-5332 T otal 26021330 RI00396: 125.00 .00 125.00 2 6021382 RI 1 Elevator Inspection VH Invoice 10/05/2026 10/14/2026 125.00 125.00 100-20-5332 T otal 26021382 RI00396: 125.00 .00 125.00 T otal 814 BV NAT'L ELEVATOR INSPECTION SERVICES: 250.00 .00 250.00 1047 GFL ENVIRONMENTAL U500001342 1 Trash-10/01-10/31/2026 Invoice 09/18/2026 10/14/2026 191.87 191.87 100-20-5362 T otal U50000134293: 191.87 .00 191.87 U50000134 2 1 Recycle-10/1-10/31/2026 minus $156.4 Invoice 09/18/2026 10/14/2026 613.59 613.59 100-20-5362 T otal U50000134294&U50000134295: 613.59 .00 613.59 T otal 1047 GFL ENVIRONMENTAL: 805.46 .00 805.46 1064 KIM ROBER TS OCT2026 1 Phone Reimbursement-October 2026 Invoice 10/01/2026 10/14/2026 15.00 15.00 100-10-5140 T otal OCT2026: 15.00 .00 15.00 T otal 1064 KIM ROBERTS: 15.00 .00 15.00 1 178 NICOLET NATIONAL BANK 8LMS620AP 1 28.6 Premium Gas Invoice 09/17/2026 10/14/2026 174.50 174.50 100-20-5331 T otal 8LMS620APWY: 174.50 .00 174.50 9KEHNFJYV 1 Pager Parts In voice 08/21/2026 10/14/2026 194.00 194.00 100-50-5220 T otal 9KEHNFJYVN: 194.00 .00 194.00 T otal 1178 NICOLET NATIONAL BANK: 368.50 .00 368.50 1 184 KITA FARMS 632612 1 20x Corn Stalks & 10x Straw Bales Invoice 09/20/2026 10/14/2026 120.00 120.00 100-20-5520 T otal 632612: 120.00 .00 120.00 T otal 1184 KITA FARMS: 120.00 .00 120.00 1 190 DANIEL OAKLEY OCT2026 1 Cell Phone Reimbursement-October 20 Invoice 10/01/2026 10/14/2026 15.00 15.00 610-30-5740 T otal OCT2026: 15.00 .00 15.00 T otal 1190 DANIEL OAKLEY: 15.00 .00 15.00 1245 J.B. T RUCK SERVICE LLC 8886 1 Repairs to F-350 Invoice 09/23/2026 10/14/2026 4,382.59 4,382.59 100-20-5331 Village of Ephra im Unpaid Invoice Report Page: 5 Report dates: ALL-ALL Oct 08, 2026 01:58PM In voice Sequence Description Type Invoice Due Invoice Discount Net Invoice GL Account Number Number Date Date Amount Amount Check Amount Number T otal 8886: 4,382.59 .00 4,382.59 T otal 1245 J.B. TRUCK SERVICE LLC: 4,382.59 .00 4,382.59 1248 DOOR COUNTY IT 6759 1 Computer Support Invoice 09/08/2026 10/14/2026 94.00 94.00 100-10-5140 T otal 6759: 94.00 .00 94.00 6762 1 Computer & Install In voice 09/09/2026 10/14/2026 1,548.00 1,548.00 100-10-5140 T otal 6762: 1,548.00 .00 1,548.00 6822 1 Huntress, Data Protection w/Cove Back Invoice 10/01/2026 10/14/2026 719.45 719.45 100-10-5140 T otal 6822: 719.45 .00 719.45 T otal 1248 DOOR COUNTY IT: 2,361.45 .00 2,361.45 1273 INSPECTION S PECIALIST LLC SEPT2026 1 Building Permits Invoice 09/01/2026 10/14/2026 1,517.80 1,517.80 100-10-4431 T otal SEPT2026: 1,517.80 .00 1,517.80 T otal 1273 INSPECTION SPECIALIST LLC: 1,517.80 .00 1,517.80 1282 DEL TA DENTAL OF WISCONSIN 2626580 1 Supplemental Insurance-Bristol & Ras Invoice 09/23/2026 10/14/2026 136.36 136.36 100-21560 T otal 2626580: 136.36 .00 136.36 T otal 1282 DELTA DENTAL OF WISCONSIN: 136.36 .00 136.36 1305 BOUND TREE M EDICAL LLC 86355216 1 Medical Supplies Invoice 09/14/2026 10/14/2026 323.85 323.85 100-50-5220 T otal 86355216: 323.85 .00 323.85 T otal 1305 BOUND TREE MEDICAL LLC: 323.85 .00 323.85 1324 DEMPS EY LAW FIRM LLP SEPT2026 1 Attorney Fees Invoice 09/08/2026 10/14/2026 310.50 310.50 100-10-5130 T otal SEPT2026: 310.50 .00 310.50 T otal 1324 DEMPSEY LAW FIRM LLP: 310.50 .00 310.50 1346 HA BERLI AFTER HOURS SERVICES LLC 2129 1 Garage Door Repair Invoice 09/16/2026 09/25/2026 270.00 270.00 100-50-5220 T otal 2129: 270.00 .00 270.00 T otal 1346 HABERLI AFTER HOURS SERVICES LLC: 270.00 .00 270.00 1352 CHA RTER COMMUNICATIONS-ENTERPRISE 228782901-1 1 Internet Charges-Admin Invoice 10/01/2026 10/14/2026 89.99 89.99 100-10-5160 Village of Ephra im Unpaid Invoice Report Page: 6 Report dates: ALL-ALL Oct 08, 2026 01:58PM In voice Sequence Description Type Invoice Due Invoice Discount Net Invoice GL Account Number Number Date Date Amount Amount Check Amount Number 2 28782901-1 2 VoIP Charges - Admin Invoice 10/01/2026 10/14/2026 399.47 399.47 100-10-5160 T otal 228782901-100126: 489.46 .00 489.46 T otal 1352 CHARTER COMMUNICATIONS-ENTERPRISE: 489.46 .00 489.46 1355 AM REFRIGERATION AND MECHANICAL INC 387539 1 Install Glycol Feeder @ VH Invoice 09/02/2026 10/14/2026 1,836.00 1,836.00 100-20-5332 T otal 387539: 1,836.00 .00 1,836.00 T otal 1355 AM REFRIGERATION AND MECHANICAL INC: 1,836.00 .00 1,836.00 1375 JEFF WYATT REFUND-TA 1 121-01-12312731G1-Refund of Overag Invoice 09/09/2026 10/14/2026 204.33 204.33 100-10-5191 T otal REFUND-TAX: 204.33 .00 204.33 T otal 1375 JEFF WYATT: 204.33 .00 204.33 1376 NA NCY TRELEVEN VHRNTREIM 1 VH-Rental Reimbursement Invoice 09/12/2026 10/14/2026 250.00 250.00 100-23200 T otal VHRNTREIM: 250.00 .00 250.00 T otal 1376 NANCY TRELEVEN: 250.00 .00 250.00 1377 MICHELLE CAIRD VHRNT REIM 1 VH- Rental Reimbursement Invoice 09/17/2026 10/14/2026 250.00 250.00 100-23200 T otal VHRNTREIM: 250.00 .00 250.00 T otal 1377 MICHELLE CAIRD: 250.00 .00 250.00 1378 ANTHOLT CONCRETE 1305 1 Concrete for Walkway in Front of the W Invoice 09/24/2026 10/14/2026 794.35 794.35 610-30-5740 T otal 1305: 794.35 .00 794.35 T otal 1378 ANTHOLT CONCRETE: 794.35 .00 794.35 1379 ROBERT NIEM ER REIMB2026 1 ECall Reimb-Mileage 9-25-2026 Invoice 09/25/2026 10/14/2026 20.30 20.30 100-20-5331 T otal REIMB2026: 20.30 .00 20.30 T otal 1379 ROBERT NIEMER: 20.30 .00 20.30 1380 ROLL NRACK LLC 26199 1 Hose Roller Invoice 09/29/2026 10/14/2026 1,460.00 1,460.00 100-50-5220 T otal 26199: 1,460.00 .00 1,460.00 T otal 1380 ROLLNRACK LLC: 1,460.00 .00 1,460.00 9186 ASSOCIATED APPRAISALCONSULTANTS INC 188558 1 Assessor Fees Invoice 09/24/2026 10/14/2026 724.20 724.20 100-10-5153 Village of Ephra im Unpaid Invoice Report Page: 7 Report dates: ALL-ALL Oct 08, 2026 01:58PM In voice Sequence Description Type Invoice Due Invoice Discount Net Invoice GL Account Number Number Date Date Amount Amount Check Amount Number T otal 188558: 724.20 .00 724.20 T otal 9186 ASSOCIATED APPRAISALCONSULTANTS INC: 724.20 .00 724.20 9290 ANDREA COLLAK OCT2026 1 Cell Phone Reimbursement-October 20 Invoice 10/01/2026 10/14/2026 30.00 30.00 100-10-5140 T otal OCT2026: 30.00 .00 30.00 T otal 9290 ANDREA COLLAK: 30.00 .00 30.00 T otal : 82,212.54 .00 82,212.54 Grand Totals: 82,212.54 .00 82,212.54 Summ ary by General Ledger Account Number GL Account Number Debit Credit Net 100-10 -44310 1,517.80 .00 1,517.80 100-10-51300-200 310.50 .00 310.50 100-10-51400-310 51.11 .00 51.11 100-10-51400-312 230.22 .00 230.22 100-10-51400-333 86.67 .00 86.67 100-10-51400-334 2,361.45 .00 2,361.45 100-10-51400-339 63.24 .00 63.24 100-10-51530-210 724.20 .00 724.20 100-10-51600-303 388.59 .00 388.59 100-10-51600-306 399.47 .00 399.47 100-10-51600-307 120.00 .00 120.00 100-10-51600-309 89.99 .00 89.99 100-10-51601-303 404.97 .00 404.97 100-10-51910-200 204.33 .00 204.33 100-20-53000-312 14.77 .00 14.77 100-20-53302-830 14,749.69 .00 14,749.69 100-20-53310-310 1,081.05 .00 1,081.05 100-20-53310-311 4,382.59 .00 4,382.59 100-20-53321-303 80.92 .00 80.92 100-20-53322-210 609.00 .00 609.00 100-20-53322-302 2,086.00 .00 2,086.00 100-20-53322-830 29,600.66 .00 29,600.66 100-20-53420-303 1,176.95 .00 1,176.95 100-20-53620-210 613.59 .00 613.59 100-20-53621-210 191.87 .00 191.87 100-20-55200-227 120.00 .00 120.00 100-20-55200-303 71.99 .00 71.99 100-20-55200-353 92.38 .00 92.38 100-20-55200-830 4,986.91 .00 4,986.91 100-21515 396.82 .00 396.82 100-21560 136.36 .00 136.36 100-23200 650.00 .00 650.00 100-50-52200-302 270.00 .00 270.00 100-50-52200-310 74.64 .00 74.64 Village of Ephra im Unpaid Invoice Report Page: 8 Report dates: ALL-ALL Oct 08, 2026 01:58PM Summ ary by General Ledger Account Number GL Account Number Debit Credit Net 100-50 -52200-312 51.99 .00 51.99 100-50-52200-353 4,296.50 .00 4,296.50 100-50-52200-370 194.00 .00 194.00 100-50-52200-371 1,673.78 .00 1,673.78 100-50-52200-810 953.85 .00 953.85 202-40-55430-303 179.78 .00 179.78 202-40-55430-312 24.23 .00 24.23 610-30-57401-306 283.04 .00 283.04 610-30-57401-310 157.03 .00 157.03 610-30-57401-312 209.23 .00 209.23 610-30-57401-387 1,088.61 .00 1,088.61 610-30-57402-210 23.80 .00 23.80 610-30-57402-303 3,932.88 .00 3,932.88 610-30-57402-381 24.80 .00 24.80 610-30-57403-303 780.29 .00 780.29 Grand Totals: 82,212.54 .00 82,212.54 Summ ary by General Ledger Posting Period GL Posting Period Debit Credit Net 00/00 82,212.5 4 .00 82,212.54 Grand Totals: 82,212.54 .00 82,212.54 VILLAGE OF EPHRAIM NOTICE OF ZONING ORDINANCE PUBLIC HEARING TUESDAY, OCTOBER 13, 2026 – 7:00 PM VILLAGE OF EPHRAIM ORDINANCE NO. 02-2026 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING §17.20 AND §17.09 OF THE EPHRAIM CODE OF ORDINANCES AS IT RELATES TO PROTECTED WATERFRONT AND DEFINITIONS. SECTION I: Chapters §17.20 and §17.09 of the Ephraim Code of Ordinances are hereby amended to read as follows: §17.20 REMOVED AND REPLACED IN ITS ENTIRETY. §17.09 AMENDED WITH ADDITIONS 1) INTENT. The open shoreline is one of Ephraim’s most distinctive features and is characterized by buildings sited on mostly small non-conforming lots. This ordinance is intended to preserve the open views of the shoreline as well as the historic appearance of Ephraim’s built environment while also allowing for some leeway for Protected Waterfront (PW) District property owners to modify or replace their residences. Consistent with the intent and provisions of the Ephraim Historic District Ordinance (§17.26), property owners are encouraged to use and maintain their existing residences. However, if residential modification or replacement is desired, such modification or replacement must strictly conform to the provisions of §17.20 and §17.26. 2) PERMITTED USES. a) Park and open spaces, provided that any proposed structural elements are given conditional use approval. b) Beaches, provided that any proposed structural elements are given conditional use approval. c) Reproduction: i) Structures destroyed by natural disaster or fires in this district may be reproduced using the former dimensions and location, subject to design review and §17.20(7). ii) Reproduction of the existing structures, subject to design review and §17.20(7). 3) CONDITIONAL USES. a) On parcels where there is not a residence: i) Dockage and launching; ii) Boat and related rentals; iii) Sale of marine fuel and accessories for marine use only; iv) New structures necessary for permitted uses in the district, including bathrooms. v) Non-profit organizations on village- owned property. Sales within such shall be subject to any existing lease or other agreements with the village. In the event that no such agreement speaking to sales exists, the Village of Ephraim Plan Committee, through Conditional Use review, shall oversee and have final approval over any such sales area. This review will include, but is not limited to, the type of merchandise sold and the total amount of display area the merchandise will envelop. b) On parcels where there is a structure, additions/modifications to or replacement of existing structures, subject to §17.20(6) and §17.20(8). 4) PROHIBITED USES. a) New construction on vacant lots is prohibited in the PW District, as structures are limited to those existing on or before January 1, 1998. b) Home occupations are not permitted in the PW District. 5) SPECIAL EXCEPTION REVIEW. The provisions of this section, including the setback and lot coverage requirements from §17.24, shall be mandated except in the case of buildings, structures, or public projects along the shoreline that are deemed to be in the greatest interest to the public by a majority of the Plan Committee and a majority of the Village Board, and this exception can occur only through special exception review. 6) EXCEPTIONS FOR ADDITIONS OR MODIFICATIONS OF EXISTING RESIDENCES AND ACCESSORY BUILDINGS IN THE PROTECTED WATERFRONT DISTRICT (PW). When working with a goal to retain the original residence, exceptions for additions or modifications may be considered by the Plan Committee, so long as the additions or modifications match the original architecture to preserve the special character of the PW District. 7) REPRODUCTION OF EXISTING STRUCTURES IN THE PROTECTED WATERFRONT DISTRICT. a) Structure Reproduction: A structure reproduction means creating a replica of the existing structure in terms of footprint, size, volume, and appearance. Unique features, materials, and architectural details of the original structure must be replicated, including design and materials. The materials must be sourced to ensure authenticity. Intricate elements such as moldings, windows, and other unique characteristics are essential to the reproduction. b) Design Criteria: Modern materials may only be substituted for original materials insofar as they are consistent with the provisions of §17.20(7)(a) and subject to design review and design criteria in §17.26, Historic District. 8) ADDITIONS/MODIFICATIONS TO OR REPLACEMENT OF EXISTING RESIDENCES AND ACCESSORY BUILDINGS. “PW DESIGN REVIEW”. (Completed by Historic Preservation Committee and Plan Committee.) a) General Requirements: i) Footprints in the PW District can be modified, subject to the following provisions: a. Footprints of finished interior space ( see definition in §17.09) in the PW District can be modified so long as there is no increase in the width, as measured parallel to STH 42, of the residence or accessory buildings, and no increase in the total footprint. b. Footprints of attached garages can be modified so long as there is no increase in the width, as measured parallel to STH 42, and no increase in the total footprint. No upper level will be allowed over the reclaimed square footage of the attached garage. c. Footprints in the PW District cannot be increased with the following exception: Consideration may be given to principal building footprint increases when existing accessory buildings are to be removed. The footprint of the accessory building may be reclaimed and combined with the principal building, provided there is no increase in the width of the footprint, as measured parallel to STH 42, of the principal building. No upper level will be allowed over the reclaimed square footage of the accessory building. ii) All projects are subject to applicable floodplain ordinances of the Village and State. b) Design Criteria. i) The style of a project within this district shall meet the design criteria in §17.26, Historic District, and generally, as a maximum, have the design characteristics of a single-story or one and one-half-story house (see definition in §17.09). ii) Visual impact from the street is to be minimized on all projects occurring in the PW District. The width of any individual structure as measured parallel to State Highway 42 cannot be increased. When the existing landscape is to be modified or replaced, a Landscape Permit is required (See §10 Permit Application.) iii) From the view of any side of the residence, the number and varying pitches of the rooflines should be minimized. The overall guiding principle of design is simplicity and avoidance of bulk. iv) Any existing deck or porch ( see definitions in §17.09) may be replaced on a project within this district, assuming the size is no more than the existing deck or porch, and the deck or porch is a one-for-one replacement. For example, an open porch may be replaced by an open porch, but not by a screened or windowed porch. v) Outdoor lighting shall be minimized, generally limited to entrance points on all elevations. vi) Covered front entrances: A minimal roof over a front entrance will be considered. c) Dimensional Standards. i. All projects are subject to the applicable dimensional standards of §17.24 of the ordinance unless otherwise noted or provided in this section. PW Minimum Lot Size 10,000 sq. ft. Minimum Lot Width 100' Front Setback Minimum 30' Side Setback Minimum 15' Rear Setback Minimum 40' Maximum Lot Coverage 20% Min. Building Separation ii. Addition/modification or replacement projects, including existing dimensionally nonconforming buildings considered under this section, may apply the existing grandfathered setbacks of the existing buildings as the required setback for new work, so long as the new work increases or, at a minimum, does not further encroach on the setbacks in question. iii. No residences shall exceed twenty -three feet (23’) in height, and accessory buildings shall not exceed fifteen feet (15’) in height as measured from the crown grade of State Highway 42. iv. Other rooftop accessories on residences, which include but are not limited to: a. Spires, belfries, parapet walls, domes, and all other projections shall not exceed the peak roof height of the building. b. Cupolas, flues, vent pipes, chimneys, and communication devices are allowed to a maximum of twenty-five feet (25’). v. Roof pitches less than 6/12 and greater than 12/12 are prohibited, except for the following circumstances: a. A roof pitch for a limited amount of shed dormer of less than 6/12 and a minimum of 3/12 may be considered. b. Roof pitches for porches less than 6/12 may be considered. c. Covered front entrances less than 6/12 may be considered. 9) OTHER REQUIREMENTS. a. Special Plan Committee approval shall determine the number of required parking spaces on a case- by-case basis unless the use has a number established under ordinance §17.15(9); parking requirements may be met through a combination of off-street, on-site, and/or dedicated parking spaces within common ways. Pervious surfaces for parking are preferred in this district. b. Consideration given to allow for ten percent (10%) additional lot coverage when that area will be used for adding off-street parking. 10) PERMIT APPLICATION. a. Beyond the normal requirements as outlined in § 17.40, an overlay is required showing the footprints of all existing buildings, including decks and porches, if any, with the footprint of all proposed buildings and attachments. The measurement in square feet (SF) should be provided for all footprints and attachments, both existing and proposed. b. A Landscape Plan is also required when the existing landscape is to be modified or replaced. The Landscape Plan should not reduce the water view between the buildings. The plan shall show all new plantings along with all proposed hardscape and impervious surfaces. Samples of all hardscape (pervious and impervious) are required, showing material and color. c. A Construction Parking Plan is required showing the location of construction and worker vehicles as outlined in §17.40(1). d. No Occupancy Permit will be issued until the Village Administrator has inspected all elements of the project for compliance with the approved plans. 17.09 DEFINITIONS. Except where specifically defined herein, all words used in this chapter shall carry the meanings as defined in Webster’s Unabridged 3rd New International Dictionary or a dictionary based upon it. Words used in the plural include the singular. The word “shall” is mandatory. DECK: A deck on a house is a flat outdoor surface, typically made of wood or composite materials, that is elevated from the ground and often connected to the main building. FOOTPRINT: The area of a single horizontal plane bounded by the exterior walls of the building, expressed in square feet. See §17.24 for attached garage exemptions to this definition. ONE AND ONE-HALF STORY HOUSE: A one and one-half story house has a full first floor with full- height interior walls [typically eight feet (8’) high] and an upper level that has less full-height floor area than the first floor. The upper level has steeply pitched roofs with gables and dormers (normally with windows). The upper level typically has sloped ceilings with knee walls (normally five to seven feet high (5’ - 7’)] that define the floor area. These features reduce the floor area on the upper level. PORCH: A porch on a house is a covered area adjoining an entrance to a house, usually with a separate roof. A porch can be open or enclosed by screens or windows. STRUCTURE REPRODUCTION: A structure reproduction means creating a replica of the existing structure in terms of size, volume, and appearance. Unique features, materials, and architectural details of the original house must match the project, including design. Materials must be sourced to ensure authenticity. Intricate elements such as moldings, windows, and other unique characteristics are essential to the reproduction. SECTION II: If any section, subsection, paragraph, or sentence of this ordinance is for any reason deemed unconstitutional or otherwise unenforceable by decision of any court of competent jurisdiction, such decision shall not affect the validity of the remainder of this ordinance. SECTION III: This ordinance shall take effect upon its passage and publication according to the law as an amendment to the Village Zoning Code under the procedures prescribed by §62.23(d) Wis. Stats. Passed and approved by the Village Board of Trustees at its regular meeting on the 13th day of OCTOBER 2026. VILLAGE OF EPHRIAM BY: _________________________________ Ken Nelson, Village President Attest: _______________________________ Andrea Collak, Clerk Published this____ day of _______ 2026 Date 10/XX/2026 X Village Administrative Office X Visitors’ Center X Post Office X Website: ephraim.wi.gov X Emailed to WDOR/ Peninsula Pulse Andrea Collak, Clerk Kim Roberts, Deputy Clerk 17.20 PROTECTED WATERFRONT (PW) DISTRICT. 1) INTENT. Recognizing that the open shoreline is one of Ephraim’s most distinctive features, the intent of this ordinance is to provide for as much open viewing space along our shoreline as possible. As an important contributing component of the Ephraim Historic District Ordinance §17.26, owners of residences in the Protected Waterfront “PW” District are encouraged to use and maintain their existing residences. Since most of the residential buildings in this area are sited on small non-conforming lots that would otherwise prohibit the erection of such structures under the existing ordinance unless otherwise noted or provided for in this section, structures shall be restricted to those in existence as of January 1, 1998. 2) PERMITTED USES. a) Park and open spaces, provided that any proposed structural elements are given conditional use approval. b) Beaches provided that any proposed structural elements are given conditional use approval. 3) CONDITIONAL USES. a) On parcels where there is not a residence: 1) Dockage and launching; 2) Boat and related rentals; 3) Sale of marine fuel and accessories for marine use only; 4) New structures necessary for permitted uses in the district, including bathrooms. 5) Non-profit organizations on village-owned property. Sales within such shall be subject to any existing lease or other agreements with the village. In the event, that no such agreement speaking to sales exists, the Village of Ephraim Planning Committee, through Conditional Use review, shall oversee and have final approval over any such sales area. This review will include, but is not limited to, the type of merchandise sold, and the total amount of display area the merchandise will envelop. b) On parcels where there is a residence: 1) Additions/modifications to or replacement of existing residences. Subject to §17.20(5). 2) Residences destroyed by natural disasters or fires in this district may be replaced using the former dimensions and location. 4) SPECIAL EXCEPTION REVIEW. The provisions of this section including the setback and lot coverage requirements from §17.24 shall be mandated except in the case of buildings, structures, or public projects along the shoreline that are deemed to be in the greatest interest to the public by a majority of the Plan Committee and a majority of the Village Board, and this exception can occur only through special exception review. 5) ADDITIONS/MODIFICATIONS TO OR REPLACEMENT OF EXISTING RESIDENCES. “PW DESIGN REVIEW”. (Completed by HPC and Plan Committee.) a) General requirements: Current Language 1) Addition/modification or replacement projects including existing dimensionally nonconforming structures considered under this section may apply the existing grandfathered setbacks of the existing structures as the required setback for new work so long as the new work increases or at minimum does not further encroach on the setbacks in question. 2) Footprints in the PW District can be modified, but increases to the total footprint of individual structures within the district are prohibited. 3) All projects are subject to the applicable dimensional standards of §17.24 of the ordinance unless otherwise noted or provided in this section. 4) All projects are subject to applicable floodplain ordinances of the Village and State. b) Design Criteria: 1) All projects shall incorporate a design that is in keeping with the character of the Village Historic District and the language of the Historic District Ordinance §17.26. 2) Visual impact from the street is to be minimized on all projects occurring in the PW District. 3) No structures shall exceed twenty-three feet (23’) in height as measured from the crown grade of State Highway 42. 4) Only chimneys shall be allowed up to two feet (2’) above the approved peak roof line. 5) Primary roof pitches less than 6/12 or more than 12/12 are prohibited. 6) OTHER REQUIREMENTS. Up to fifty percent (50%) of the total roof pitch square footage can be made up of dormers that may be less than 6/12, but in no case may be less than 3/12. a) Special Plan Committee approval shall determine the number of required parking spaces on a case-by-case basis unless the use has a number established under ordinance §17.15(9); parking requirements may be met through a combination of off- street, on-site, and/or dedicated parking spaces within common ways. Pervious surfaces for parking are preferred in this district. b) Consideration given to allow for ten percent (10%) additional lot coverage when that area will be used for adding off-street parking. 7) DIMENSIONAL STANDARDS. See ordinance §17.24 8) PROHIBITED USES. Home occupations are not permitted in the PW District. Current Language Door County Trails Strategic Plan Rollout Community Presentation Milestone Fundraising Partnership Sophie Parr Sam Herheim Natalie Dorrler-Hyde Professional Planning Assistance Strategic Planning Process Where it came from 1. Build from What Already Exists 2. Focus on Countywide Connectivity 3. Engage Communities and Stakeholders 4. Create a Strategic, Flexible Roadmap A primary purpose of the Strategic Trails Plan is to serve as an implementation tool that helps municipalities advance trail and non-motorized transportation projects through grant funding opportunities. Strategic Trails Plan • Developed through community input • Creates a shared vision for connectivity • Guides future trail development • Seeks municipal consensus • Promotes countywide partnership The Strategic Trails Plan establishes a countywide vision for safer, connected bicycle and pedestrian transportation routes while leaving future trail decisions under local municipal control. Community Results Total Responses: 1,211 Predominant themes: • Overwhelming support for a connected countywide trail system • Strong behavior change potential; reduced vehicular dependence • Trails seen as a community investment, not a niche amenity • Connectivity is the dominant priority  Connecting communities to each other  Linking trails to village centers, parks, schools, and waterfronts  Creating logical, continuous routes rather than isolated segments • Safety is a top concern • Funding support exists when paired with grants and partnerships • Trails viewed as supporting local economies Next Steps • Approve Resolution of Support • Acknowledge your commitment to the vision of a connected county-wide trail network • Identify Municipal Representatives • Appoint 2 (non-quorum) liaisons to serve on a Community Trail Partners Working Group • Schedule Community Trail Partners Working Group • Planned to meet quarterly (3x regionally & 1x countywide) • Let us know what projects you are working on • Trail plans; Capital improvements / road projects; Grant pursuits • We’re here to help! • DCT can assist with grant pursuits & project coordination • Spread the word!doorcountytrails.org Your Local Liaison DCT can provide grant assistance and coordinate with municipalities through the design & implementation phases to ensure connectivity and continuity are considered. Natalie Dorrler-Hyde Door County Trails Community Partner Liaison Fish Creek / Sturgeon Bay Natalie.Dorrler@stantec.com Direct: 920-298-1766 / Mobile: 920-952-9446 DOOR COUNTY TRAILSDOOR COUNTY TRAILS STRA TEGIC TRAILS PLANSTRA TEGIC TRAILS PLAN 20262026 2 Door County Trails: Strategic Trails Plan ACKNOWLEDGMENTS This plan was shaped through the collaboration, guidance, and participation of community members, elected officials, staff, stakeholders, and partner organizations who contributed their time, ideas, and perspectives throughout the planning process. Their input helped define the vision, priorities, and strategies reflected in this document. MUNICIPALITIESDOOR COUNTY TRAILS BOARD Susan Stauber, President Dick Untch, Vice President Jane Jerzak, Treasurer Rick Nelson, Secretary Craig Charles, Board Member Matt Ernst, Board Member Samantha Herheim, Board Member William Pennoyer, Board Member DOOR COUNTY TRAILS STRA TEGIC PLAN COMMITTEE Dick Untch Matt Ernst Samantha Herheim Amanda Accardi, Destination Door County DOOR COUNTY TRAILS PLANNING & STRA TEGY COMMITTEE Dick Untch, Chairperson William Pennoyer Samantha Herheim Mark Glasser Matt Ernst Bryce LeBrun Heena Bhatt Natalie Dorrler-Hyde Julie Schmelzer Tim Pflieger PROJECT CONSUL T ANT Sophie Parr, Chastain & Associates City of Sturgeon Bay Town of Baileys Harbor Town of Brussels Town of Clay Banks Town of Egg Harbor Town of Forestville Town of Gardner Town of Gibraltar Town of Jacksonport Town of Liberty Grove Town of Nasewaupee Town of Sevastopol Town of Sturgeon Bay Town of Union Town of Washington Village of Egg Harbor Village of Ephraim Village of Forestville Village of Sister Bay COVER PHOTO Fish Creek Park Trail Photo Credit: Lissa Parr 3 Door County Trails: Strategic Trails Plan INTRODUCTION .................................................................................................................................4 EXISTING PL ANS & STUDIES ........................................................................................................8 EXIS TING TRAILS INVENTORY ....................................................................................................11 ENGA GEMENT SUMMARY .............................................................................................................13 NEEDS & OPPOR TUNITIES ANAL YSIS .......................................................................................16 VISION, GO ALS & OBJECTIVES ...................................................................................................21 BE ST PRACTICES ..............................................................................................................................24 FUNDING OPPOR TUNITIES ...........................................................................................................26 APPENDIX A ........................................................................................................................................28 APPENDIX B ........................................................................................................................................48 T ABLE OF CONTENTS 4 Door County Trails: Strategic Trails Plan INTRODUCTION The Door County Trails Strategic Trails Plan focuses on the development of a countywide network of multi-use bicycle and pedestrian transportation trails that connect Door County communities. The intent of the plan is to guide the long-term development of trails that function as accessible corridors for people traveling between municipalities, residential areas, community amenities, and key destinations throughout the county. The plan was funded by Door County Trails, Inc and developed in partnership with planning consultant Sophie Parr of Chastain and Associates. The network is envisioned as a system of multi-use trails designed to safely accommodate both bicyclists and pedestrians, creating reliable routes for people traveling between communities. By prioritizing connectivity and safety, the trail network is designed to function as a transportation network that supports everyday travel, providing residents and the greater Door County community with a safer alternative to traveling by car. HOW COMMUNITIES CAN USE THIS PLAN This Strategic Trails Plan is intended to serve as a tool for municipalities across Door County as they consider future trail development within their communities. While the plan identifies desired trail connections across the county, it does not prescribe specific trail alignments or exact routes. While decisions regarding the location, design, and implementation of trail segments ultimately rest with individual municipalities, Door County Trails plays an active role in guiding, supporting, and coordinating efforts across communities. The plan highlights areas where trail connections are desired across the county, providing communities with a starting point for more detailed local planning. Municipalities can use this framework to evaluate potential trail corridors, incorporate trail planning into comprehensive plans and transportation routes and guide local discussions about future trail investments. The plan also supports coordination between neighboring communities. Because many trail segments will ultimately cross jurisdictional boundaries, collaboration between municipalities will be essential to creating a connected network. By referencing this plan, communities can work together to align local planning efforts and identify opportunities to connect trails between towns, villages, the City of Sturgeon Bay and key destinations. Finally, the plan can serve as an important tool for pursuing funding opportunities. Many state and federal trail grants prioritize projects that demonstrate regional coordination and long-term planning. The countywide vision outlined in this plan, along with resolutions of support from local governments, demonstrates that trail development in Door County is part of a broader, coordinated effort. ABOUT DOOR COUNTY TRAILS, INC Door County Trails, Inc (Door County Trails) is a volunteer-led nonprofit organization working to develop a countywide network of multi-use bicycle and pedestrian trails connecting communities across Door County. The organization’s mission is to create a network of accessible trails that link municipalities, natural areas, and key destinations, providing safer options for walking and biking while enhancing connectivity and quality of life for the Door County community. Door County Trails brings together community leaders, municipal officials, partners, and residents to advance a shared vision for alternative transportation and outdoor access. Through planning, partnerships, and community engagement, the organization works to identify priority trail connections, coordinate efforts across municipalities, and build support for a long-term, connected trail network that will serve Door County for generations to come. 5 Door County Trails: Strategic Trails Plan WHY TRAILS MA TTER IN DOOR COUNTY Door County is known for its natural beauty, vibrant communities, and strong tourism economy. Y et moving between these communities safely without a vehicle can be difficult. Many county roads and areas of the state highways carry high volumes of traffic. Limited shoulders or safe walking areas make travel by bicycle or on foot challenging in many locations. As Door County continues to grow, providing safer alternatives for walking and bicycling is becoming increasingly important. IMPROVING SAFETY Safety emerged as a consistent theme throughout public engagement. Residents expressed concerns about increasing traffic volumes and limited safe space for people walking or bicycling along roadways. A dedicated trail network provides an opportunity to create separation for pedestrians and cyclists from motor vehicle traffic as much as possible. By creating safer corridors between communities and key destinations, the trail network can reduce conflicts on roadways and encourage more people to choose walking or bicycling for local trips. STRENGTHENING CONNECTIONS BETWEEN COMMUNITIES Door County’s villages and towns each have unique identities and are popular destinations, but many are separated by busy highways or rural roads that are not designed for active transportation. A coordinated trail network can create safer links between these communities, allowing travel between towns, parks, schools, and commercial areas without relying solely on a car. Connecting communities also strengthens the sense of regional identity across the peninsula, allowing people to experience Door County as a connected place rather than a series of isolated destinations. ENHANCING QUALITY OF LIFE Beyond transportation benefits, trails contribute significantly to community health and quality of life. Accessible places to walk and bike encourage physical activity, provide opportunities for outdoor recreation, and allow people of all ages to enjoy the county’s natural landscapes. For many residents, trails also offer an alternative way to experience Door County, one that is slower, quieter, and better connected to the surrounding environment. SUPPORTING THE LOCAL ECONOMY Trails support local economic development by improving access to businesses, community spaces, and key destinations across Door County. They can increase property values and strengthen the tax base, while attracting visitor spending that is more evenly distributed across communities and seasons. By extending the tourism season and increasing foot and bike traffic, trails help support local businesses, services, and overall economic vitality. MAINT AINING A SUST AINABLE TRANSPORT A TION NETWORK As Door County grows, increasing dependence on automobiles places additional pressure on roads, parking, and infrastructure. Expanding opportunities for walking and bicycling can help reduce congestion in busy areas and provide alternative ways for people to move through the county. A countywide trail network supports a more balanced transportation system by providing safer options beyond driving. 6 Door County Trails: Strategic Trails Plan PLANNING HORIZON This Strategic Trails Plan establishes a long-term vision for developing a countywide bicycle and pedestrian trail network in Door County. The recommendations in this plan are intended to guide trail planning, coordination, and investment over the next 10 to 20 years, providing a framework for building safer, connected trails between communities. Developing a connected trail system across the county will take time, coordination, and sustained investment. Land access, engineering and design, funding, and partnerships with local communities will all play important roles. While some trail segments may be implemented in the near term, others will require additional planning and collaboration, allowing the network to grow through a phased and strategic approach over time. PLANNING PROCESS The Door County Trails Strategic Plan was developed through a collaborative process led by Door County Trails, Inc and guided by a local planning committee. The organization retained a planning consultant to assist with public engagement, analysis, and preparation of the plan. Early in the process, an online survey was conducted to gather input from residents, seasonal homeowners, and the greater Door County community about trail priorities, safety concerns, and opportunities for improving connections between communities. To build awareness and gather feedback across the county, representatives from Door County Trails and the planning team attended meetings at all 19 municipalities throughout January to March of 2026 to introduce the initiative and discuss the planning effort with local officials. Two public open houses were also held in Sturgeon Bay and Fish Creek to share information and collect additional community input. Following the engagement process, a draft plan was prepared, reviewed, and refined before seeking resolutions of support from municipalities across Door County to demonstrate countywide collaboration and support for the trail network vision. 7 Door County Trails: Strategic Trails Plan FORESTVILLE NASEWAUPEE CLA Y BANKS STURGEON BA Y STURGEON BA Y CITY OF STURGEON BA Y VILLAGE OF FORESTVILLE BRUSSELS UNION GARDNER SEV ASTOPOL EGG HARBOR JACKSONPORT BAILEYS HARBOR GIBRAL T AR LIBERTY GROVE VILLAGE OF EGG HARBOR VILLAGE OF EPHRAIM VILLAGE OF SISTER BA Y 42 42 42 57 57 57 42 WASHINGTON ISLAND FISH CREEK ELLISON B AY GILLS ROCK NORTHPORT BAILEYS HARBOR JACKSONPORT V ALMY INSTITUTE CARLSVILLE MAPLEWOOD JUDDVILLE MAP KEY Villages Towns City of Sturgeon Bay State Highways Municipal Roads DNR Managed Land STUDY AREA The study area for the Strategic Trails Plan includes the entirety of Door County, encompassing all 19 municipalities and unincorporated areas across the peninsula and Washington Island. As shown in the study area map, the county’s unique geography stretches between Green Bay and Lake Michigan and includes a mix of rural landscapes, shoreline communities, and local destinations. Because residents and visitors travel between communities to access parks, waterfronts, and local destinations, the trail network must be considered at a countywide scale. This plan evaluates existing trails and identifies opportunities to strengthen connections across the county and support a more coordinated regional trail network. REGIONAL CONTEXT Door County is located in northeastern Wisconsin and forms the peninsula that extends between Green Bay and Lake Michigan. The county is connected to the rest of the state through Kewaunee County to the south, where regional transportation routes and recreational corridors begin to link the peninsula with broader statewide networks. One of the most significant existing trail connections is the Ahnapee State Trail, which provides an important regional multi-use trail corridor that connects Door County to communities beyond the peninsula. MAP SCALE 14 MI9 MI4 MI2 MI GREEN BA Y LAKE MICHIGAN 8 Door County Trails: Strategic Trails Plan EXISTING PLANS & STUDIES The following plans and studies demonstrate a strong and growing interest in expanding trail connectivity across Door County, while also highlighting the need for continued coordination between municipalities, agencies, and organizations to advance a cohesive, countywide network. DOOR COUNTY MUL TI-MODAL TRAILS T ASK FORCE REPORT (2024) This report documents a countywide effort led by the Door County Green Fund to improve coordination among municipalities, agencies, and organizations involved in trail development. Rather than creating a new plan, the effort focused on compiling existing and planned trail projects into a comprehensive map to better understand opportunities for connectivity. The report emphasizes collaboration across jurisdictions and highlights the need for coordination among the county’s many municipalities and landowners to achieve a more seamless, interconnected trail network. It also identifies key initiatives already underway and provides a foundation for future planning, communication, and funding efforts. SAFE ROUTES TO SCHOOL SURVEY & AUDIT (GIBRAL T AR SCHOOL DISTRICT) (2024) This study evaluates walking and biking conditions around the Gibraltar School District through field audits and observations. It identifies safety concerns such as traffic conflicts, limited pedestrian infrastructure, and challenges along State Highway 42, while highlighting opportunities to improve student access through safer crossings, traffic management, and infrastructure improvements. AHNAPEE TRAIL EXTENSION PRELIMINARY PLAN & PROFILE This engineering-level document provides preliminary design details for a proposed extension of the Ahnapee State Trail. It includes grading, alignment, and infrastructure considerations such as culverts and bridge modifications, reflecting ongoing efforts to expand and enhance the regional trail network. BA Y-LAKE CONNECTIVITY TRAIL FEASIBILITY STUDY (2025) This study explores the development of a trail corridor connecting communities along the Bayshore area. It emphasizes connectivity to schools, parks, and commercial areas, along with accessibility, safety, and environmental stewardship. The study also incorporates Safe Routes to School principles and promotes trails as part of a broader active transportation network. NA TIONAL PARK SERVICE EGG HARBOR CONCEPTUAL TRAIL REPORT (2025) The report outlines a community-driven effort to identify and advance a network of multi-use trails in and around Egg Harbor, with a focus on improving safety, connectivity, and access for both residents and visitors. Through stakeholder engagement and on-the-ground analysis, the study identified key corridors and provided conceptual recommendations to guide future planning, funding, and implementation. It also helped lay the foundation for a coordinated, countywide trails initiative. FISH CREEK TRAIL FINAL REPORT (2024) The report provides a detailed feasibility and preliminary design for a trail segment connecting key areas within Fish Creek and the broader Door County trail system. The study evaluates site conditions, environmental constraints, and engineering considerations, ultimately recommending an elevated boardwalk and limestone trail to safely navigate wetlands and improve accessibility. The report includes cost estimates, design guidance, and next steps to support implementation. 9 Door County Trails: Strategic Trails Plan EGG HARBOR TRAIL PROJECT / BEACH TO BEACH TRAIL CONCEPT (2020-PRESENT) This project outlines a series of proposed multi-use trails in the Egg Harbor area, including the Beach to Beach, Landmark, Rainbow Ridge, and Fish Creek trails. The concept aims to address transportation gaps, reduce congestion, and improve safety while enhancing access to key destinations and supporting a more connected community. REGIONAL BICYCLE AND PEDESTRIAN PLAN FOR NORTHEAST WISCONSIN (2018) Prepared by the Bay-Lake Regional Planning Commission, this plan focuses on improving regional connectivity, accessibility, and safety for non-motorized transportation. It establishes broader regional priorities, including linking communities across jurisdictions and integrating trail networks into the larger transportation system. DOOR COUNTY BICYCLE, PED, AND RECREA TIONAL F ACILITIES MASTER PLAN (2014) This countywide plan provides a framework for developing bicycle and pedestrian infrastructure across Door County. It includes an inventory of existing conditions, identifies gaps in connectivity, and outlines policies, design guidance, and recommended improvements to support both transportation and recreational use. TOWN OF GIBRAL T AR BICYCLE AND PEDESTRIAN PLAN (2010) This local plan outlines goals, policies, and recommended improvements for bicycle and pedestrian infrastructure within the Town of Gibraltar. It focuses on improving safety, expanding transportation options, and developing a coordinated network of on-street and off-street facilities. AHNAPEE ST A TE TRAIL MASTER PLAN (1994) This plan establishes the long-term vision and management framework for the Ahnapee State Trail, a key regional trail connecting Door and Kewaunee Counties. It outlines policies for land acquisition, development, maintenance, and expansion, and emphasizes coordination between the Wisconsin DNR and local governments. CENTRAL LAKE MICHIGAN COAST AL REGIONAL MASTER PLANNING EFFORT (WDNR) The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources is developing a regional master plan for the Central Lake Michigan Coastal Ecological Landscape, a 2,700+ square mile area that includes portions of Door County and extends along the Lake Michigan shoreline and inland river systems. The plan establishes a coordinated framework for managing DNR-owned properties— including state parks, wildlife areas, trails, and natural areas—by defining allowable uses, resource management strategies, and long-term stewardship priorities. DOOR COUNTY PARKS AND OPEN SPACE PLAN (2020–2025) This plan guides the preservation, management, and expansion of parks and open spaces across the county. It highlights the role of parks in environmental protection, recreation, and quality of life, while also recognizing their contribution to economic vitality. The plan includes an inventory of facilities and establishes goals related to conservation, accessibility, and long-term stewardship. 10 Door County Trails: Strategic Trails Plan USING THIS PLAN WITH EXISTING LOCAL PLANS This plan is intended to serve as a high-level strategy that establishes a shared vision and identifies priority connections across Door County. It does not replace more detailed local or corridor-level plans, which continue to provide important guidance for specific alignments, design, and implementation. Where more detailed plans exist, they should be referenced and utilized as part of this broader strategy, ensuring that local planning efforts remain central to decision-making while contributing to a more coordinated, countywide network. MUNICIPAL PLANS The following table provides a summary of municipal or local, regional and state led plans relating to outdoor recreation and trail development. Government Entity Related Planning Documents Town of Gibraltar Gibraltar Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan (2026) State of Wisconsin State of Wisconsin Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan (2025) Village of Sister Bay Sister Bay Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan (2025) Town of Baileys Harbor Baileys Harbor Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan (2021) Village of Egg Harbor Egg Harbor Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan (2020) Town of Liberty Grove Liberty Grove Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan (2008) Town of Jacksonport Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan - In Progress 11 Door County Trails: Strategic Trails Plan EXISTING TRAILS INVENTORY Door County is home to a variety of trails that allow the community to experience the peninsula’s natural landscapes, parks, and waterfront areas. These trails are primarily located within state parks, nature preserves, and local park systems, where they provide important recreational opportunities such as hiking, walking, and nature observation. Communities and partner organizations have made meaningful investments in these recreational trails over time, contributing to the county’s reputation as an outdoor destination. Despite this strong recreational foundation, Door County currently has very limited trail infrastructure designed for transportation or for traveling between communities. The most significant regional trail corridor is the Ahnapee State Trail in southern Door County, which provides a long-distance multi-use route connecting communities and extending beyond the county to the south. In Northern Door County, however, the existing network is much more limited. Aside from trails located within state parks and natural areas, there are few developed shared-use paths intended for community travel. These segments exist in the Village of Egg Harbor, Fish Creek and the Village of Sister Bay. As a result, most communities across the peninsula remain disconnected from one another because bike and pedestrian travel isn’t separated from roadways. Residents and visitors who wish to walk or bike between destinations must typically rely on roadways that were not designed for safe bicycle or pedestrian access. Understanding the location, type, and ownership of existing trails is an important first step in identifying opportunities to strengthen the overall network. The inventory presented in this section documents the trails that currently exist throughout Door County and establishes the baseline from which the County and its communities can begin to identify connections, address gaps, and plan for a more coordinated countywide trail network. Municipality Trail Owner Connection Forestville, Nasewaupee and Sturgeon Bay Ahnapee State Trail WisDNR Connects the Village of Forestville to the City of Sturgeon Bay. Provides access through the T owns of Forestville, Nasewaupee and Sturgeon Bay. Extends south into Kewaunee County. City of Sturgeon Bay Ahnapee State Trail WisDNR Provides access over the Sturgeon Bay Canal to Michigan Street. Town of Egg Harbor Frank Murphy Trail Door County A trail segment connecting the entrance of Frank Murphy County park to Horseshoe Bay Farms with access to the bat caves. Village of Egg Harbor Bird Trail Village of Egg Harbor Connects downtown Egg Harbor to the entrance of the Egg Harbor Beach. Town of Gibraltar Fish Creek Trail Town of Gibraltar Provides access between Fish Creek park and the Settlement shops. Town of Gibraltar Gibraltar School Trail Town of Gibraltar Provides access from the Gibraltar School parking lot to the YMCA. Village of Sister Bay Bayshore Drive Trail Village of Sister Bay Connects the intersection of Bayshore Drive and Country Lane to the intersection of Bayshore Drive and Gateway Drive. Links into existing sidewalk that extends into downtown Sister Bay. PLAN UPDA TES Because trail development often occurs incrementally over time, this section of the plan should be periodically updated as new trail segments are constructed or existing routes are improved. While the full Trails Plan does not need to be updated each time a project is completed, maintaining an up-to-date inventory will help communities track progress, document new connections, and ensure the plan continues to reflect the evolving trail network across Door County. 12 Door County Trails: Strategic Trails Plan MUL TI-USE BICYCLE AND PEDESTRIAN TRAILS FORESTVILLE NASEWAUPEE CLA Y BANKS STURGEON BA Y STURGEON BA Y CITY OF STURGEON BA Y VILLAGE OF FORESTVILLE BRUSSELS UNION GARDNER SEV ASTOPOL EGG HARBOR JACKSONPORT BAILEYS HARBOR GIBRAL T AR LIBERTY GROVE VILLAGE OF EGG HARBOR VILLAGE OF EPHRAIM VILLAGE OF SISTER BA Y 42 42 42 57 57 57 42 WASHINGTON ISLAND BAILEYS HARBOR FISH CREEK ELLISON B AY GILLS ROCK NORTHPORT JACKSONPORT V ALMY INSTITUTE CARLSVILLE SOUTHERN DOOR SCHOOLS MAPLEWOOD FORESTVILLE NASEWAUPEE CLA Y BANKS STURGEON BA Y STURGEON BA Y CITY OF STURGEON BA Y VILLAGE OF FORESTVILLE BRUSSELS UNION GARDNER SEV ASTOPOL EGG HARBOR JACKSONPORT BAILEYS HARBOR GIBRAL T AR LIBERTY GROVE VILLAGE OF EGG HARBOR VILLAGE OF EPHRAIM VILLAGE OF SISTER BA Y 42 42 42 57 57 57 42 WASHINGTON ISLAND BAILEYS HARBOR FISH CREEK ELLISON B AY GILLS ROCK NORTHPORT JACKSONPORT V ALMY INSTITUTE CARLSVILLE SOUTHERN DOOR SCHOOLS MAPLEWOOD The Ahnapee State Trail is a state trail managed by the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources. It provides access to bicycles, pedestrians, horses, and snowmobiles in the winter months. The trail currently runs from the Kewaunee/Door border just south of the Village of Forestville to the intersection of Highway 42/57 and Michigan Street. (13 miles) In Northern Door County, there are very limited, fragmented trail sections that do not create any connection between communities. Frank Murphy County park provides a small trail segment at the intersection of County Road G and Bayshore Drive along the escarpment to the border of Horseshoe Bay Farms. (0.3 miles) The Village of Egg Harbor manages a short trail segment running from the intersection of Bayshore Drive and Alpine and Hillside Roads to just south of Highway 42 where it connects into sidewalk that extends into the actual Village center. (0.25 miles) The Town of Gibraltar maintains a trail segment that runs from the Settlement Shops into downtown Fish Creek with a current terminus at Fish Creek Park. This provides access up and down the bluff. The Town also maintains a short trail segment at the school that provides access from the school’s parking lot to the YMCA highway crossing. This is used extensively by kids traveling from the school to after school programs at the YMCA. (0.8 miles) The longest bicycle and pedestrian trail segment in Northern Door County is located in Sister Bay. This segment runs from the intersection of Bayshore Drive and Country Lane to the intersection of Bayshore Drive and Gateway Drive. The trail then turns into a sidewalk that extends into the Village Center. (1.0 miles) EXISTING MUL TI-USE TRAIL RECREA TIONAL TRAILS Recreational trails are located in Peninsula State Park, Potawatomi State Park, Newport State Park, Door County Land Trust properties, and county parks. 1 2 3 4 5 1 2 3 4 5 13 Door County Trails: Strategic Trails Plan ENGAGEMENT SUMMARY A key goal of the community engagement process was to understand where residents would most like to travel if safer walking and biking trails were available. Door County Trails launched a countywide survey in November of 2025 where participants were asked to identify destinations they would want to reach by trail from the communities where they live. Additional questions were asked to garner insight into various funding options that would be supported by the community, behavioral changes people would make if trails existed, as well as priorities for using trails such as safety or amenities. Responses from each municipality were summarized and analyzed to identify common patterns across the county. Over 1,100 responses were collected spanning communities from Southern, Central, and Northern Door. Two public open houses were held to share an overview of what the planning process entails and what the anticipated outcomes of the plan will be. Residents, property owners, and members of the greater Door County community were able to ask questions, provide comments and mark up maps to visually show the planning team where they would like to see trails developed. Both meetings were well attended with residents and stakeholders providing meaningful input. Community members participating in the open house in Fish Creek on February 14th, 2026 SUPPORT FOR A COORDINA TED & COMPREHENSIVE TRAIL NETWORK The chart to the right shows a very clear signal from residents: there is overwhelming support for developing a comprehensive trail network in Door County. The vast majority of respondents strongly support expanding and connecting the county’s trail network, represented by the large dark blue portion of the chart. An additional group of respondents indicated that they support trail development, further reinforcing the strong community interest in improved trail opportunities. Only a very small share of respondents expressed neutral or unsure opinions, and even fewer indicated opposition or strong opposition. 11% 82% 14 Door County Trails: Strategic Trails Plan The results show a strong desire for trails that connect communities rather than serve only recreational purposes. Across many municipalities, residents expressed interest in traveling to nearby villages, accessing local amenities, and reaching larger community hubs such as Sturgeon Bay. Village centers including Egg Harbor, Fish Creek, Ephraim, and Sister Bay frequently emerged as desired destinations, reflecting their roles as important destinations for employment, shopping, recreation, and tourism. STURGEON BA Y Sturgeon Bay is consistently one of the most desired destinations countywide, especially for residents in southern and central Door County. It functions as the primary employment, services, and population center. VILLAGE CENTERS People strongly want to travel between village downtowns. Especially in the Northern Door communities people want to be able to connect to Egg Harbor, Ephraim, Sister Bay, and Fish Creek. ST A TE PARKS AND MAJOR DESTINA TIONS Several comments and charts highlight demand for trails connecting to places like Peninsula State Park, waterfront areas and beaches, community parks and schools. ADJACENT MUNICIPALITIES Many residents want direct links between adjacent municipalities, indicating a strong interest in short regional trips rather than long-distance recreational rides. DESIRED TRAIL CORRIDORS The survey asked participants to evaluate a series of potential trail corridors across Door County and rank them in order of priority. Respondents were required to rank all corridors from highest to lowest priority. T o better understand which corridors generated the most overall interest, the results shown here reflect the percentage of respondents who placed each corridor within their top five priorities. IMPORT ANT AREAS TO CONSIDER 15 Door County Trails: Strategic Trails Plan DESIRED COMMUNITY CONNECTIONS Survey responses show strong demand for trails that connect Door County’s primary population centers and village destinations. The following table highlights the top destinations from each community. A full page summary of community specific survey results is provided in Appendix A. Where People Live or Visit Where They Want to Go By Trail City of Sturgeon Bay Egg Harbor, Brussels & Sevastopol Town of Baileys Harbor Sturgeon Bay, Egg Harbor & Sister Bay Town of Brussels Forestville & Sturgeon Bay Town of Clay Banks Sturgeon Bay & Egg Harbor Town of Egg Harbor Village of Egg Harbor, Fish Creek & Sturgeon Bay Town of Forestville Sturgeon Bay Town of Gardner Brussels & Sturgeon Bay Town of Gibraltar Ephraim & Sister Bay Town of Jacksonport Baileys Harbor & Egg Harbor Town of Liberty Grove Sister Bay, Baileys Harbor & Ephraim Town of Nasewaupee Sturgeon Bay Town of Sevastopol Sturgeon Bay & Egg Harbor Town of Sturgeon Bay City of Sturgeon Bay & Sevastopol Town of Union Sturgeon Bay Town of Washington Island Sister Bay Village of Egg Harbor Sturgeon Bay & Fish Creek Village of Ephraim Sister Bay & Egg Harbor Village of Forestville Sturgeon Bay Village of Sister Bay Ephraim & Fish Creek F ACTORS MOST IMPORT ANT TO TRAIL USAGE This chart summarizes the factors respondents identified as most important when deciding whether they would use a trail. Survey participants were asked to rank their top three considerations, and the results shown reflect the percentage of respondents who placed each factor among those top priorities. Safety and separation from roadways emerged as the most important factor, with 30% of respondents identifying it as a top consideration. Scenic beauty and access to natural features followed closely at 26%, reflecting the strong value residents place on experiencing Door County’s landscape while using the trail system. 16 Door County Trails: Strategic Trails Plan NEEDS & OPPORTUNITIES ANAL YSIS Developing a countywide trail network begins with understanding where connections are most desired and feasible. This section summarizes input from surveys, public meetings, and municipal conversations to identify areas where improved trail connectivity is most needed. The maps highlight corridors where trails could strengthen connections between communities, neighborhoods, and key destinations. They reflect patterns in public input but do not define specific alignments. Final routing will be determined by municipalities through future planning, engineering, and environmental review. OPPORTUNITIES Several communities throughout Door County are currently exploring or actively planning new trail segments that could expand and strengthen the county’s overall trail network. While these projects are not yet part of the existing trail system, they represent important opportunities to improve connections between communities, parks, and destinations across the peninsula. The following table highlights trail concepts and corridors that are currently being discussed, studied, or planned at the local level. As these projects move forward, they have the potential to fill key gaps in the network and support the long- term vision for a better connected Door County trail system. Municipality/Owner Trail Planning WisDNR & the City of Sturgeon Bay The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources is planning for an extension of the Ahnapee State Trail from the intersection of Highway 42/57 and Michigan Street to the intersection of Highway 42/57 and Egg Harbor Road. Village of Egg Harbor The Village of Egg Harbor is actively advancing a network of trails to improve connectivity between key destinations, neighborhoods, and community assets. Key initiatives include the Beach to Beach Trail, Hillside Road–Bird View Trail Extension, Fish Creek Trail, and Rainbow Ridge Trail, with the Hillside Road–Bird View Trail Extension included in the Village’s 2026 Capital Improvement Plan. Together, these projects reflect the Village’s ongoing commitment to developing a more connected, accessible, and well-integrated local trail system. Additional opportunities are being explored to develop a trail system east towards the Heritage Lake residential development and onward to Baileys Harbor. Town of Baileys Harbor The Town of Baileys Harbor has planned for small trail segments to be developed at the north end of the Town along Ridges Road and County F. An additional segment has been planned to connect downtown Baileys Harbor to County Road E towards Kangaroo Lake. Both of these trail development areas would support further access north and west to Sister Bay and Egg Harbor or Gibraltar respectively. WisDNR/Town of Gibraltar The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources, in coordination with the T own of Gibraltar, is working towards the development of a trail segment within Peninsula State Park running along Highway 42. The segment would connect into the T own at the intersection of Shore Road and Highway 42 and cross over into Fish Creek Park which would connect into the newly developed trail at the park that traverses the bluff and terminates at the Settlement Shops along Highway 42. Additional plans for this trail that currently terminates at the Settlement Shops is to further continue into Juddville and the T own and Village of Egg Harbor. Village of Ephraim The Village of Ephraim has planned out a short trail segment along Bayshore Drive that would provide pedestrian access to the businesses in the North Ephraim corridor. The trail is only being developed for pedestrian access due to land constraints. Village of Sister Bay The Village of Sister Bay is actively pursuing the development of a trail extension along Bayshore Drive from the intersection of Bayshore and Country Lane to the Village of Ephraim municipal limits. The extension will cross municipal boundaries into the T own of Liberty Grove. Additionally, the Village has been moving forward to develop a trail segment along Highway 57 that would connect the downtown area of the Village to Northwoods Drive. 17 Door County Trails: Strategic Trails Plan FORESTVILLE NASEWAUPEE CLA Y BANKS STURGEON BA Y STURGEON BA Y CITY OF STURGEON BA Y VILLAGE OF FORESTVILLE BRUSSELS UNION GARDNER SEV ASTOPOL EGG HARBOR JACKSONPORT BAILEYS HARBOR GIBRAL T AR LIBERTY GROVE VILLAGE OF EGG HARBOR VILLAGE OF EPHRAIM VILLAGE OF SISTER BA Y 42 42 42 57 57 57 42 WASHINGTON ISLAND SOUTHERN DOOR SCHOOLS BAILEYS HARBOR FISH CREEK ELLISON B AY GILLS ROCK NORTHPORT JACKSONPORT V ALMY INSTITUTE CARLSVILLE SOUTHERN DOOR SCHOOLS MAPLEWOOD FORESTVILLE NASEWAUPEE CLA Y BANKS STURGEON BA Y STURGEON BA Y CITY OF STURGEON BA Y VILLAGE OF FORESTVILLE BRUSSELS UNION GARDNER SEV ASTOPOL EGG HARBOR JACKSONPORT BAILEYS HARBOR GIBRAL T AR LIBERTY GROVE VILLAGE OF EGG HARBOR VILLAGE OF EPHRAIM VILLAGE OF SISTER BA Y 42 42 42 57 57 57 42 WASHINGTON ISLAND SOUTHERN DOOR SCHOOLS BAILEYS HARBOR FISH CREEK ELLISON B AY GILLS ROCK NORTHPORT JACKSONPORT V ALMY INSTITUTE CARLSVILLE SOUTHERN DOOR SCHOOLS MAPLEWOOD Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources and the City of Sturgeon Bay Village of Egg Harbor Town of Baileys Harbor Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources and the T own of Gibraltar The Village of Ephraim The Village of Sister Bay BICYCLE & PEDESTRIAN 1 2 3 4 5 PEDESTRIAN ONL Y 6 1 2 3 4 5 6 EXISTING MUL TI-USE TRAIL POTENTIAL MUL TI-USE BICYCLE AND PEDESTRIAN TRAILS 18 Door County Trails: Strategic Trails Plan SOUTHERN DOOR NEEDS In this plan, Southern Door is defined as the area from the southern county border to the Sturgeon Bay Canal, including Brussels, Gardner, Forestville (T own and Village), Clay Banks, Nasewaupee, and the southern part of the T own of Sturgeon Bay. Municipality Desired Connections Municipality Desired Connections Town of Brussels Forestville & Sturgeon Bay Town of Nasewaupee Sturgeon Bay Town of Clay Banks Sturgeon Bay & Egg Harbor Town of Sturgeon Bay City of Sturgeon Bay & Sevastopol Town of Forestville Sturgeon Bay Town of Union Sturgeon Bay Town of Gardner Brussels & Sturgeon Bay Village of Forestville Sturgeon Bay The Ahnapee State Trail runs from the southern county border through Forestville and north into Nasewaupee and Sturgeon Bay, serving as a key existing corridor for regional connectivity. Connections near Maplewood could link Gardner and Clay Banks to Forestville and Sturgeon Bay, while additional trail development north of the state highway would help improve access from Nasewaupee. COUNTY ACOUNTY A COUNTY E COUNTY E HILLSIDE RD COUNTY V ELM DR COUNTY G MA THEY RD REYNOLDS RD COUNTY P COUNTY A MAIN RD LAKEVIEW RD MICHIGAN RD TOWNLINE RD TIMBERLINE RD MINK RIVER RD OLD ST AGE RD WILDWOOD RD COUNTY Q COUNTY F COUNTY F PENINSULA PLA YERS JUDDVILLE RD COUNTY EE MEMORIAL DR COUNTY T LOGERQUIST RD BA YSHORE DR COUNTY I PLOOR RD COUNTY T COUNTY C IDLEWILD RD STONE RD SHILOH RD COUNTY H COUNTY S COUNTY J COUNTY H COUNTY O COUNTY O COUNTY D COUNTY K TOWNHALL RD COUNTY DK COUNTY C T AWNY RD FORESTVILLE NASEWAUPEE CLA Y BANKS STURGEON BA Y STURGEON BA Y CITY OF STURGEON BA Y VILLAGE OF FORESTVILLE BRUSSELS GARDNER SEV ASTOPOL EGG HARBOR JACKSONPORT BAILEYS HARBOR GIBRAL T AR LIBERTY GROVE VILLAGE OF EGG HARBOR VILLAGE OF EPHRAIM VILLAGE OF SISTER BA Y 42 42 42 57 57 57 42 WASHINGTON ISLAND MAPLEWOOD UNION BAILEYS HARBOR FISH CREEK ELLISON B AY GILLS ROCK NORTHPORT JACKSONPORT V ALMY INSTITUTE CARLSVILLE SOUTHERN DOOR SCHOOLS ROCK ISLAND A B C D E F G H I L J K M N O P R S T Q U V State Highways Municipal Roads DNR Managed Land Existing Trail Potential Trail Key Destinations A B C D E Brussels Village of Forestville Southern Door Schools Maplewood Sturgeon Bay OVERVIEW OF COMMUNITY NEEDS The following maps introduce corridors identified through the public input process that will help shape the foundation of the countywide trail network. These corridors reflect where residents and stakeholders consistently expressed a desire for stronger connections between communities, neighborhoods, and key destinations. Public Input Corridor A generalized, shaded area representing where people want trail connections. These corridors reflect patterns in public feedback and are not intended to define exact routes. They do not designate specific alignments or limit future opportunities. Final trail locations will be determined through continued community engagement, municipal planning, engineering, land availability, and environmental considerations. Public Input Corridors 19 Door County Trails: Strategic Trails Plan NORTHERN DOOR NEEDS This plan defines Northern Door as north of the canal to Washington Island. This encompasses the T owns of Baileys Harbor, Egg Harbor, Gibraltar, Jacksonport, Liberty Grove, Sevastopol, Sturgeon Bay, Washington Island, and the Villages of Egg Harbor, Ephraim, and Sister Bay. Fish Creek is a popular unincorporated destination in the T own of Gibraltar. Municipality Desired Connections City of Sturgeon Bay Egg Harbor, Brussels & Sevastopol Town of Baileys Harbor Sturgeon Bay, Egg Harbor & Sister Bay Town of Egg Harbor Village of Egg Harbor, Fish Creek & Sturgeon Bay Town of Gibraltar Ephraim & Sister Bay Town of Jacksonport Baileys Harbor & Egg Harbor Town of Liberty Grove Sister Bay, Baileys Harbor & Ephraim Town of Sevastopol Sturgeon Bay & Egg Harbor Town of Sturgeon Bay City of Sturgeon Bay & Sevastopol Town of Washington Island Sister Bay Village of Egg Harbor Sturgeon Bay & Fish Creek Village of Ephraim Sister Bay & Egg Harbor Village of Sister Bay Ephraim & Fish Creek COUNTY ACOUNTY A COUNTY E COUNTY E HILLSIDE RD COUNTY V ELM DR COUNTY G MA THEY RD REYNOLDS RD COUNTY P COUNTY A MAIN RD LAKEVIEW RD MICHIGAN RD TOWNLINE RD TIMBERLINE RD MINK RIVER RD OLD ST AGE RD WILDWOOD RD COUNTY Q COUNTY F COUNTY F PENINSULA PLA YERS JUDDVILLE RD COUNTY EE MEMORIAL DR COUNTY T LOGERQUIST RD BA YSHORE DR COUNTY I PLOOR RD COUNTY T COUNTY C IDLEWILD RD STONE RD SHILOH RD COUNTY H COUNTY S COUNTY J COUNTY H COUNTY O COUNTY O COUNTY D COUNTY K TOWNHALL RD COUNTY DK COUNTY C T AWNY RD FORESTVILLE NASEWAUPEE CLA Y BANKS STURGEON BA Y STURGEON BA Y CITY OF STURGEON BA Y VILLAGE OF FORESTVILLE BRUSSELS GARDNER SEV ASTOPOL EGG HARBOR JACKSONPORT BAILEYS HARBOR GIBRAL T AR LIBERTY GROVE VILLAGE OF EGG HARBOR VILLAGE OF EPHRAIM VILLAGE OF SISTER BA Y 42 42 42 57 57 57 42 WASHINGTON ISLAND MAPLEWOOD UNION BAILEYS HARBOR FISH CREEK ELLISON B AY GILLS ROCK NORTHPORT JACKSONPORT V ALMY INSTITUTE CARLSVILLE SOUTHERN DOOR SCHOOLS ROCK ISLAND A B C D E F G H I L J K M N O P R S T Q U V There are currently no existing trails that extend to the north of Sturgeon Bay. Respondents to the survey noted the need for trails going north from Sturgeon Bay and many communities commented that they want access to Sturgeon Bay. The primary focus for the area north of Sturgeon Bay should be to connect into the adjacent communities of Sevastopol and the T own of Egg Harbor (Carlsville). This will help create a network that will eventually provide access from northern communities into the City of Sturgeon Bay. Key Destinations F G H Ahnapee State Trail Connection Institute/Sevastopol Schools Carlsville Public Input Corridors State Highways Municipal Roads DNR Managed Land Existing Trail Potential Trail 20 Door County Trails: Strategic Trails Plan Trail planning along the western edge of the peninsula is aiming to close gaps between Egg Harbor, Fish Creek, Ephraim and Sister Bay. This area is a high priority for the community. A second priority is development along the eastern edge of the peninsula, From Sister Bay to Sevastopol. The center of the peninsula is also a secondary priority both east to west and north to south. Corridors such as Egg Harbor or Gibraltar to Baileys Harbor and West Jacksonport to Ephraim are areas to consider for trail development. The final area of consideration is Sister Bay to Northport. On Washington Island, access to the ferry dock is the highest priority with connection to the Rock Island State Park Ferry. COUNTY ACOUNTY A COUNTY E COUNTY E HILLSIDE RD COUNTY V ELM DR COUNTY G MA THEY RD REYNOLDS RD COUNTY P COUNTY A MAIN RD LAKEVIEW RD MICHIGAN RD TOWNLINE RD TIMBERLINE RD MINK RIVER RD OLD ST AGE RD WILDWOOD RD COUNTY Q COUNTY F COUNTY F PENINSULA PLA YERS JUDDVILLE RD COUNTY EE MEMORIAL DR COUNTY T LOGERQUIST RD BA YSHORE DR COUNTY I PLOOR RD COUNTY T COUNTY C IDLEWILD RD STONE RD SHILOH RD COUNTY H COUNTY S COUNTY J COUNTY H COUNTY O COUNTY O COUNTY D COUNTY K TOWNHALL RD COUNTY DK COUNTY C T AWNY RD FORESTVILLE NASEWAUPEE CLA Y BANKS STURGEON BA Y STURGEON BA Y CITY OF STURGEON BA Y VILLAGE OF FORESTVILLE BRUSSELS GARDNER SEV ASTOPOL EGG HARBOR JACKSONPORT BAILEYS HARBOR GIBRAL T AR LIBERTY GROVE VILLAGE OF EGG HARBOR VILLAGE OF EPHRAIM VILLAGE OF SISTER BA Y 42 42 42 57 57 57 42 WASHINGTON ISLAND MAPLEWOOD UNION BAILEYS HARBOR FISH CREEK ELLISON B AY GILLS ROCK NORTHPORT JACKSONPORT V ALMY INSTITUTE CARLSVILLE SOUTHERN DOOR SCHOOLS ROCK ISLAND A B C D E F G H I L J K M N O P R S T Q U V State Highways Municipal Roads DNR Managed Land Existing Trail Potential Trail Pedestrian Only Trail COUNTY ACOUNTY A COUNTY E COUNTY E HILLSIDE RD COUNTY V ELM DR COUNTY G MA THEY RD REYNOLDS RD COUNTY P COUNTY A MAIN RD LAKEVIEW RD MICHIGAN RD TOWNLINE RD TIMBERLINE RD MINK RIVER RD OLD ST AGE RD WILDWOOD RD COUNTY Q COUNTY F COUNTY F PENINSULA PLA YERS JUDDVILLE RD COUNTY EE MEMORIAL DR COUNTY T LOGERQUIST RD BA YSHORE DR COUNTY I PLOOR RD COUNTY T COUNTY C IDLEWILD RD STONE RD SHILOH RD COUNTY H COUNTY S COUNTY J COUNTY H COUNTY O COUNTY O COUNTY D COUNTY K TOWNHALL RD COUNTY DK COUNTY C T AWNY RD FORESTVILLE NASEWAUPEE CLA Y BANKS STURGEON BA Y STURGEON BA Y CITY OF STURGEON BA Y VILLAGE OF FORESTVILLE BRUSSELS GARDNER SEV ASTOPOL EGG HARBOR JACKSONPORT BAILEYS HARBOR GIBRAL T AR LIBERTY GROVE VILLAGE OF EGG HARBOR VILLAGE OF EPHRAIM VILLAGE OF SISTER BA Y 42 42 42 57 57 57 42 WASHINGTON ISLAND MAPLEWOOD UNION BAILEYS HARBOR FISH CREEK ELLISON B AY GILLS ROCK NORTHPORT JACKSONPORT V ALMY INSTITUTE CARLSVILLE SOUTHERN DOOR SCHOOLS ROCK ISLAND A B C D E F G H I L J K M N O P R S T Q U V Key Destinations I J K L M Egg Harbor Trail Connections West Jacksonport Jacksonport Egg Harbor County A & County E N O Baileys Harbor Fish Creek P Q R Ephraim Highway 57 & County Q Sister S T U Ellison Bay Northport Ferry Dock Washington Island Ferry Dock Public Input Corridors V Rock Island State Park Ferry 21 Door County Trails: Strategic Trails Plan VISION, GOALS & OBJECTIVES VISION We envision a Door County where safer, accessible trails connect our communities and are an integral part of everyday recreation and transportation, inspiring people to embrace cycling and walking for freedom, health, and happiness. GOALS 1. BUILD A CONNECTED COUNTYWIDE TRAIL NETWORK Baileys Harbor Strengthen trail connections between downtown Baileys Harbor, the Village of Egg Harbor and the Village of Sister Bay. Utilize current trail development efforts to expand access to the Village of Egg Harbor and the Village of Sister Bay. Brussels Explore opportunities to develop trails that connect Brussels to surrounding communities with emphasis on the T own of Gardner and the T own and Village of Forestville. Prioritize trail development that can lead to future connections to Southern Door Schools and Maplewood. Clay Banks Support the development of a trail that connects to the Ahnapee Trail and provides access from Clay Banks into the surrounding communities. Egg Harbor (Village) Enhance trail connections between downtown Egg Harbor, the waterfront, and surrounding local and county parks. Pursue development of a trail that connects into the T own of Egg Harbor, Town of Gibraltar, and the T own of Baileys Harbor with access to local destinations and residential areas. Egg Harbor (Town) Pursue opportunities to connect residential areas, parks, and rural landscapes to trail corridors in the Village of Egg Harbor, Town of Sevastopol (Carlsville) and the T own of Baileys Harbor. Ephraim Pursue development of a trail that connects Ephraim to the Village of Sister Bay, Fish Creek and the T own of Gibraltar. Forestville (Village and Town) Support trail development that extends access of the Ahnapee State Trail into new areas of the Village, Town and the surrounding area. Support development of a trail that can connect to Southern Door Schools. Each community in Door County plays a crucial role in developing a countywide connected transportation trail network. The following objectives reflect the needs and desires of individual communities that will support the long-term development of a connected network. OBJECTIVES 22 Door County Trails: Strategic Trails Plan Gardner Explore opportunities for trails that connect in the T own of Brussels and the T own of Nasewaupee. Support trail development that provides access to Southern Door Schools from the Ahnapee State Trail. Gibraltar (Fish Creek) Enhance trail connections between downtown Fish Creek, Peninsula State Park, and surrounding communities including Ephraim and the T own and Village of Egg Harbor. Jacksonport Improve trail access between the village center, parks, and shoreline destinations while supporting connections to surrounding communities, state parks, and trail corridors along the eastern and central areas of the peninsula. Liberty Grove Support trail corridors that connect Liberty Grove to the Village of Sister Bay and the T own of Baileys Harbor. Pursue trail development that provides connections throughout the top of the thumb and access to the Northport ferry dock. Nasewaupee Identify opportunities to connect residential areas and parks to regional trail corridors, such as the Ahnapee State Trail, serving southern Door County and nearby communities including the City of Sturgeon Bay. Sevastopol Support trail connections between residential neighborhoods, rural areas, parks, and adjacent communities, including Sturgeon Bay and Jacksonport, while contributing to regional trail routes across central Door County. Sister Bay Enhance trail connections between the Village of Sister Bay, Town of Liberty Grove, T own of Baileys Harbor, and the Village of Ephraim. Sturgeon Bay (City) Expand trail connections between neighborhoods, downtown Sturgeon Bay, waterfront destinations, and local corridors serving both Southern and Northern Door County. Prioritize extension of the Ahnapee State Trail north. Sturgeon Bay (Town) Support trail connections from the T own of Sturgeon Bay into the Ahnapee State Trail or directly into the City of Sturgeon Bay as well as into the T own of Clay Banks (south of canal) and T own of Sevastopol (north of canal). Union Explore opportunities to connect the T own of Union to the T own of Brussels and other surrounding communities by trail. Washington Island Support the development of trails that connect areas of the Island to the Washington Island Ferry and the Rock Island State Park Ferry. 23 Door County Trails: Strategic Trails Plan 2. IMPROVE SAFETY AND ACCESSIBILITY • Ensure trails are comfortable, and accessible for users of all ages and abilities. • Prioritize trails separated from the roadway and support protected bicycle and pedestrian facilities* as necessary. • Ensure safer crossings at highways and major intersections. • Incorporate universal design principles to support accessibility. • Provide wayfinding signage and amenities that help users navigate the system. 3. SUPPORT HE AL TH, WELL-BEING, AND QUALITY OF LIFE • Expand opportunities for residents and the greater community to enjoy outdoor recreation and active lifestyles. • Provide trails suitable for walking, biking, and other non-motorized recreation. • Improve access to scenic natural areas, shorelines, and parks. • Encourage year-round use of trails where appropriate. 4 . STRENGTHEN THE LOCAL ECONOMY • Leverage the trail network to support local businesses and enhance community identity . • Connect trails to downtowns, waterfronts, and commercial areas. • Highlight local destinations such as parks, cultural sites, and natural areas. • Encourage trail-supportive amenities such as trailhead parking, bike parking, rest areas, and local services. • Support local businesses and services by extending the tourist season. 5 . COORDINA TE IMPLEMENT A TION AND FUNDING • Identify priority projects and phasing for trail development. • Encourage partnerships between municipalities, the county, regional organizations, and property owners. • Pursue state, federal, and private funding opportunities for trail projects. • Establish consistent design standards and best practices for trail development. • Review and update the strategic plan every five years to ensure goals and objectives remain relevant and support continued implementation and funding opportunities. The following goals support the future connected network and help communities navigate development to ensure a coordinated and cohesive network that provides for safer accessible trails. OBJE CTIVES OBJECTIVES OBJECTIVES OBJECTIVES * Protected bicycle and pedestrian facilities refers to on-road bike lane markings, buffered on-road bike lanes, and any other bicycle or pedestrian specific infrastructure or marking that supports safer access along a roadway if full separation is not possible. 24 Door County Trails: Strategic Trails Plan BEST PRACTICES Developing a successful trail network requires coordination, thoughtful design, and a long-term commitment to building connections between communities. Because trails in Door County will likely continue to develop incrementally, communities can benefit from a shared set of best practices that help guide decision-making as new opportunities arise. The following practices reflect common approaches used by successful regional trail systems and are intended to help communities develop safer, connected, and well-maintained trails over time. PLAN FOR CONNECTIVITY One of the most important principles of trail development is connectivity. Trails provide the greatest value when they link people to destinations such as downtowns, parks, schools, waterfront areas, and neighboring communities. When planning new segments, communities should consider how a trail fits into the broader countywide network rather than focusing only on local recreation needs. Even short trail segments can play an important role if they close a gap or extend an existing corridor. Communities should also prioritize connections to existing regional routes, including the Ahnapee State Trail, as well as future corridors identified in this plan. SUPPORT INCREMENT AL DEVELOPMENT WHEN ABLE In many communities, trail networks are built one segment at a time as funding, partnerships, and opportunities emerge. Municipalities should look for opportunities to incorporate trails into roadway improvements, park development projects, and new land development proposals. Over time, these incremental investments can create a larger connected network. Communities may also consider interim solutions such as signed bicycle routes or improved shoulders until dedicated off roadway facilities can be constructed. PRIORITIZE SAFETY Safety is a critical component of any successful trail network. Trails should be designed to minimize conflicts between users and motor vehicles and to provide a comfortable experience for people of all ages and abilities. Best practices include providing adequate separation from roadways where possible, designing safer street crossings, maintaining good visibility, and incorporating clear signage and pavement markings. Where trails intersect with roads, communities should consider treatments such as high-visibility crosswalks, pedestrian refuge islands, warning signage, and traffic calming measures to improve safety for trail users. DESIGN FOR MUL TIPLE USERS Shared-use trails are typically designed to accommodate a variety of users including walkers, runners, bicyclists, and families with strollers. When planning new trails, communities should consider appropriate trail widths, surface materials, and accessibility standards to ensure the facility can safely accommodate different types of users. Trails should also be designed to meet accessibility guidelines so that people of all abilities can use and enjoy the network. 25 Door County Trails: Strategic Trails Plan COORDINA TE ACROSS MUNICIPAL BOUNDARIES Because Door County is made up of multiple municipalities and jurisdictions, coordination is essential for creating a seamless trail network. Communities should communicate regularly with neighboring municipalities, the County, and partner organizations when planning new trail segments to ensure that routes align across jurisdictional boundaries. Shared planning efforts, joint funding applications, and coordinated signage can help create a more cohesive regional network and prevent situations where trails stop abruptly at municipal boundaries. DOOR COUNTY TRAILS SUPPORT Door County Trails serves as an important partner in advancing trail development across the peninsula. As a countywide organization focused on expanding and improving the trail network, Door County Trails can support municipalities by sharing information, identifying funding opportunities, assisting with grant applications, and helping communities coordinate trail planning efforts. To support collaboration across jurisdictions, a municipal trails coordination committee has been established with liaisons representing communities throughout Door County. The committee meets quarterly to share updates on local trail projects, discuss funding opportunities, and coordinate potential connections between municipalities. Communities are encouraged to use this forum to communicate upcoming projects, identify opportunities for partnership, and work collaboratively toward a better connected Door County trail network. Door County Trails helps facilitate these conversations and serves as a central resource for municipalities working to expand and strengthen the regional trail system. PARTNER WITH LOCAL AND REGIONAL ORGANIZA TIONS Successful trail networks often rely on strong partnerships. Door County communities can benefit from collaborating with organizations such as the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources, Door County Land Trust, Destination Door County, and community groups that support outdoor recreation. These partners can help identify funding opportunities, provide technical expertise, and assist with trail maintenance or promotion. MAINT AIN AND STEWARD THE TRAIL NETWORK Long-term maintenance is an important consideration in trail planning. Communities should plan for ongoing upkeep such as surface repairs, vegetation management, signage replacement, and winter maintenance where appropriate. Establishing clear maintenance responsibilities and budgeting for upkeep helps ensure that trails remain safe and enjoyable for years to come. PROMOTE AND EDUCA TE Trails become more valuable when people know how to use them and where they connect. Wayfinding signage, maps, and digital resources can help people navigate the trail network and discover destinations along the route. Communities may also consider educational signage that highlights local history, natural features, and environmental stewardship. ENCOURAGE COMMUNITIES TO INCORPORA TE TRAILS PLANNING INTO COMPREHENSIVE PLANS As communities update or refine their comprehensive plans, they are encouraged to consider how trail planning can be thoughtfully integrated to support local goals and enhance connections to surrounding areas. Incorporating trails into these plans can help ensure that future development decisions reflect community priorities while contributing to a better connected and cohesive network across Door County. Door County Trails encourages communities to adopt this strategic plan into their next comprehensive plan update. 26 Door County Trails: Strategic Trails Plan FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES Identifying funding sources is an important step in moving trail projects from concept to construction. While the vision for a connected trail network may develop through planning efforts such as this one, implementation often depends on securing funding through a combination of state, federal, and local resources. Fortunately, a number of grant programs exist that support trail planning, land acquisition, safety improvements, and construction of bicycle and pedestrian facilities. Many of the most commonly used programs for trail development in Wisconsin are administered by the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources and the Wisconsin Department of Transportation using federal funding sources. These programs typically require a local match and operate on a competitive application process, making coordination and early project planning important for communities seeking funding. In addition, several federal programs administered by the U.S. Department of Transportation can support larger or regionally significant projects, particularly those that improve safety, expand active transportation networks, or strengthen connections between communities. The following table summarizes several state and federal funding opportunities that municipalities and partners in Door County may consider when pursuing trail planning, acquisition, and development projects. Because grant programs and eligibility requirements can change over time, communities should verify current program guidelines and application timelines before applying. Program Administrator Eligible Uses Requirements Funding Amounts Recreational Trails Program (RTP) Federal Highway Administration administered by Wisconsin DNR Trail construction, rehabilitation, maintenance, and trail-related facilities for motorized and non- motorized trails Municipalities and eligible organizations can apply; typically requires 20% local match; projects must be trail-related and open to the public Up to 80% reimbursement; Wisconsin awards typically up to about $100,000 Transportation Alternatives Program (TAP) Federal Highway Administration administered by WisDOT Shared-use paths, bicycle and pedestrian infrastructure, Safe Routes to School improvements, and trail planning Local sponsor required; 20% minimum match; projects must relate to active transportation infrastructure Up to 80% federal funding; project sizes vary widely Congestion Mitigation and Air Quality (CMAQ) Federal Highway Administration administered by WisDOT Bicycle and pedestrian projects that reduce vehicle emissions and support alternative transportation Minimum project cost typically $200,000 for construction; must demonstrate emissions reduction benefits Up to 80% federal funding Aids for the Acquisition and Development of Local Parks (ADLP) Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources Land acquisition and development of local parks and recreational facilities including trails Project must be included in an approved Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan (CORP); local governments are eligible applicants Typically 50% cost share Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) National Park Service administered by Wisconsin DNR Acquisition and development of outdoor recreation facilities including trails, trailheads, and park amenities Local governments must have a current Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan; property must remain permanently dedicated to public recreation Up to 50% cost share 27 Door County Trails: Strategic Trails Plan Knowles-Nelson Stewardship Program Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources Land acquisition for trail corridors, conservation land, and outdoor recreation areas Local governments and nonprofit conservation organizations may apply depending on project type Typically up to 50% of project costs Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) U.S. Department of Transportation Trail crossings, pedestrian and bicycle safety improvements, and corridor safety projects Local governments eligible; implementation grants require an adopted safety action plan Planning grants typically $100,000– $5 million; implementation grants often $2.5– $25 million Active Transportation Infrastructure Investment Program (ATIIP) U.S. Department of Transportation Funding for connected bicycle and pedestrian networks including regional trail systems Supports planning, design, and construction of active transportation networks; local match typically required Funding varies depending on project scale BUILD Grants (Better Utilizing Investments to Leverage Development) U.S. Department of Transportation Large transportation infrastructure projects including multi-use trails and regional trail corridors Highly competitive national grant; projects must demonstrate economic, mobility, or safety benefits Awards typically $1 million–$25 million Reconnecting Communities Pilot Program U.S. Department of Transportation Projects that reconnect communities divided by major transportation infrastructure including trails and linear parks Projects must address barriers created by highways or major roads and improve access between neighborhoods Planning grants up to about $2 million; capital grants often $5 million or more Urban Green Space Program Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources Acquisition of natural land in urbanizing areas that may support passive recreation and trails Local governments and nonprofit conservation organizations eligible for acquisition projects Typically 50% cost share 28 Door County Trails: Strategic Trails Plan APPENDIX A COMMUNITY SURVEY SUMMARIES 29 Door County Trails: Strategic Trails Plan STURGEON BA Y CITY OF Total # of Respondents 151 WHERE PEOPLE IN THE CITY OF STURGEON BAY WANT TO GO BY TRAIL: SUPPORT FOR TRAIL DEVELOPMENT WITH TAX $: IF TRAILS WERE DEVELOPED WOULD YOU: WALK OR BIKE MORE DRIVE LESS WHAT COMMUNITY MEMBERS ARE SAYING: SUMMARY The City of Sturgeon Bay is part of a countywide strategic planning process for development of a comprehensive transportation trail network that supports pedestrian and bicycle access throughout the county. The plan, led by Door County Trails, aims to understand where connections are needed and support communities in developing trails that help bring those connections to life. These survey results summarize the responses of the Sturgeon Bay community. Responses collected from each community are used as the basis for the plan’s development and inform the future of trail planning in the county. “Door County has been missing out on a great opportunity for family friendly tourism in not having well developed bike trails.” “Sturgeon Bay to Brussels is the toughest place to find a route that feels safe, and there are almost no places to safely cross the highway south of Sturgeon Bay.” “The entire area is lacking a safe trail system, lack of maintenance and it leads to streets with very limited signage. Biking in Sturgeon Bay is NOT safe.” Trail Etiquette signage will be needed so that all trail users are guided by the same rules. There needs to be an education portion.” “Start with Sturgeon Bay and work outward. They are your tourist and human density hubs. Potential serving the most people.” “Hopefully local businesses will see this as an opportunity to get more foot traffic. They may be interested in easement opportunities.” “Bad timing to consider tax funding options. Please try to tap investments that do not impact property or sales tax.” “I cannot stress enough the importance of NOT allowing ATV’s, UTV’s and Snowmobiles on these trails. These trails should only support silent sports.” “Connecting Southern Door to Sturgeon Bay and Northern Door will increase the amounts of homeless and drifters. I do not see this helping the community.” 30 Door County Trails: Strategic Trails Plan BAILEYS HARBOR TOWN OF Total # of Respondents 71 WHERE PEOPLE IN BAILEYS HARBOR WANT TO GO BY TRAIL: SUPPORT FOR TRAIL DEVELOPMENT WITH TAX $: IF TRAILS WERE DEVELOPED WOULD YOU: WALK OR BIKE MORE DRIVE LESS WHAT COMMUNITY MEMBERS ARE SAYING: SUMMARY The Town of Baileys Harbor is part of a countywide strategic planning process for development of a comprehensive transportation trail network that supports pedestrian and bicycle access throughout the county. The plan, led by Door County Trails, aims to understand where connections are needed and support communities in developing trails that help bring those connections to life. These survey results summarize the responses of the Baileys Harbor community. Responses collected from each community are used as the basis for the plan’s development and inform the future of trail planning in the county. “Any access that is expanded will be good for the community's health, wellness, and tourism!” “Establishing a bike/ped path is so important for safety of everyone in the county, whether they use it or not. As is shown in Vilas County, bike paths are a plus for the entire community. Be sure they will be wide enough to safely have two bikes with trailers to pass each other!” “I am so happy that this is finally moving forward. It is a project that has been discussed for many years. Kudos to you!” “If we connected a bike and walking trail between our town parks, the advantage would be, there are already bathrooms and facilities there.” “Other communities like ours with natural beauty and tourism are way ahead of us. We need this! A good trail system will be a definite asset to Door County. Thank you for your work on this!” “A million dollars a mile? This absolutely needs to be privately funded as the snowmobile and equine trails are. NO PUBLIC FUNDS!” “It would really be nice if it could be prioritized to make alternative mood transportation, especially going east and west on County Road EE” “More trails the better. I would prefer to have more trails connecting communities and care less about the surface of the trail. If gravel trails can get more connections over paving I would prefer that.” 31 Door County Trails: Strategic Trails Plan BRUSSELS TOWN OF Total # of Respondents 8 WHERE PEOPLE IN THE TOWN OF BRUSSELS WANT TO GO BY TRAIL: SUPPORT FOR TRAIL DEVELOPMENT WITH TAX $: IF TRAILS WERE DEVELOPED WOULD YOU: WALK OR BIKE MORE DRIVE LESS WHAT COMMUNITY MEMBERS ARE SAYING: SUMMARY The Town of Brussels is part of a countywide strategic planning process for development of a comprehensive transportation trail network that supports pedestrian and bicycle access throughout the county. The plan, led by Door County Trails, aims to understand where connections are needed and support communities in developing trails that help bring those connections to life. These survey results summarize the responses of the Brussels community. Responses collected from each community are used as the basis for the plan’s development and inform the future of trail planning in the county. “Need safe horse trails” “No, I think it’s a good idea to use for recreation and a place to enjoy during the summer or fall” “Please make them Equine friendly” “Thank you for seeing how important it is to provide opportunities for people who live and visit here to be active and well. The model what they have with the Heart of Vilas county system and its marketing is very successful. I am excited for these developments!” “We need horse trails” 32 Door County Trails: Strategic Trails Plan CLA Y BANKS TOWN OF Total # of Respondents 5 WHERE PEOPLE IN THE TOWN OF CLAY BANKS WANT TO GO BY TRAIL: SUPPORT FOR TRAIL DEVELOPMENT WITH TAX $: IF TRAILS WERE DEVELOPED WOULD YOU: WALK OR BIKE MORE DRIVE LESS WHAT COMMUNITY MEMBERS ARE SAYING: SUMMARY The Town of Clay Banks is part of a countywide strategic planning process for development of a comprehensive transportation trail network that supports pedestrian and bicycle access throughout the county. The plan, led by Door County Trails, aims to understand where connections are needed and support communities in developing trails that help bring those connections to life. These survey results summarize the responses of the Clay Banks community. Responses collected from each community are used as the basis for the plan’s development and inform the future of trail planning in the county. “Consider using lightly traveled town roads as a part of an integrated system of bike/hike paths” 33 Door County Trails: Strategic Trails Plan EGG HARBOR TOWN OF Total # of Respondents 118 WHERE PEOPLE IN THE TOWN OF EGG HARBOR WANT TO GO BY TRAIL: SUPPORT FOR TRAIL DEVELOPMENT WITH TAX $: IF TRAILS WERE DEVELOPED WOULD YOU: WALK OR BIKE MORE DRIVE LESS WHAT COMMUNITY MEMBERS ARE SAYING: SUMMARY The Town of Egg Harbor is part of a countywide strategic planning process for development of a comprehensive transportation trail network that supports pedestrian and bicycle access throughout the county. The plan, led by Door County Trails, aims to understand where connections are needed and support communities in developing trails that help bring those connections to life. These survey results summarize the responses of the Egg Harbor community. Responses collected from each community are used as the basis for the plan’s development and inform the future of trail planning in the county. “Having safe, well constructed bike trails will take a considerable amount of traffic off county road. This will make the roads safer as well as the cyclists” “I do not believe electric bikes or any type of motorized vehicles should be allowed. A paved trail will only have bikes go faster thus creating a safety hazard” “I have experienced using a bicycle to commute to work, to grocery shop, and for recreation in other communities. The off-road experience is life changing” “I think this is a great idea and fully support it. My only concern is that this does not become an electric bike speedway” “I’d like to see them in areas that would have cell service in case of emergencies” “Love the direction that this movement is going towards. More pedestrians less vehicles” “Please ensure that walking and biking are segregated from driving. Please do not institute user fees—too much administrative overhead and hassle” “The trails have to be separate from roadways. The Egg Harbor bike lanes aren’t safe and thus are not used very much” “Would be great to have a walking/bike path connecting the towns, especially the segment on Bay Shore Drive between Sturgeon Bay and Village of Egg Harbor” 34 Door County Trails: Strategic Trails Plan FORESTVILLE TOWN OF Total # of Respondents 8 WHERE PEOPLE IN THE TOWN OF FORESTVILLE WANT TO GO BY TRAIL: SUPPORT FOR TRAIL DEVELOPMENT WITH TAX $: IF TRAILS WERE DEVELOPED WOULD YOU: WALK OR BIKE MORE DRIVE LESS WHAT COMMUNITY MEMBERS ARE SAYING: SUMMARY The Town of Forestville is part of a countywide strategic planning process for development of a comprehensive transportation trail network that supports pedestrian and bicycle access throughout the county. The plan, led by Door County Trails, aims to understand where connections are needed and support communities in developing trails that help bring those connections to life. These survey results summarize the responses of the Forestville community. Responses collected from each community are used as the basis for the plan’s development and inform the future of trail planning in the county. “Do this for everyone! For the kids that are yet to come. For someone that is never going to use the trail for they will still benefit from it in some way” “Taxes in my township are high enough without using tax dollars to support a bike/walking trail. We have the Ahnapee Trail and utilize that trail. Additional trails in this specific township is not necessarily required and I do not support my taxes going up for this purpose in my township or in any other community in Door County” “Want snowmobile routes developed to certain businesses on the southern outskirts of Sturgeon Bay. Existing trail goes so close but would require coordination with multiple owners” 35 Door County Trails: Strategic Trails Plan GARDNER TOWN OF Total # of Respondents 9 WHERE PEOPLE IN THE TOWN OF GARDNER WANT TO GO BY TRAIL: SUPPORT FOR TRAIL DEVELOPMENT WITH TAX $: IF TRAILS WERE DEVELOPED WOULD YOU: WALK OR BIKE MORE DRIVE LESS WHAT COMMUNITY MEMBERS ARE SAYING: SUMMARY The Town of Gardner is part of a countywide strategic planning process for development of a comprehensive transportation trail network that supports pedestrian and bicycle access throughout the county. The plan, led by Door County Trails, aims to understand where connections are needed and support communities in developing trails that help bring those connections to life. These survey results summarize the responses of the Gardner community. Responses collected from each community are used as the basis for the plan’s development and inform the future of trail planning in the county. “A phenomenal and necessary step for the growth and success of Door County!” “Again. More horse back riding trails” “Mountain bike trails are proven to bring visitors who stay overnight and pay for hotels and restaurants .... much better economic return than road bikes” “The trails should be paved. I think gravel trails will deter some from using them” “We have enough trespassing problems without trails and so many infrastructure items that need funding (county and local roads, schools, food banks) before trying to disrupt landowners and the continually decreasing untouched pieces of land in this county. Not to mention the allowed use of UTVs on roads that is disruptive in certain areas” 36 Door County Trails: Strategic Trails Plan GIBRAL T AR TOWN OF Total # of Respondents 129 WHERE PEOPLE IN THE TOWN OF GIBRALTAR WANT TO GO BY TRAIL: SUPPORT FOR TRAIL DEVELOPMENT WITH TAX $: IF TRAILS WERE DEVELOPED WOULD YOU: WALK OR BIKE MORE DRIVE LESS WHAT COMMUNITY MEMBERS ARE SAYING: SUMMARY The Town of Gibraltar is part of a countywide strategic planning process for development of a comprehensive transportation trail network that supports pedestrian and bicycle access throughout the county. The plan, led by Door County Trails, aims to understand where connections are needed and support communities in developing trails that help bring those connections to life. These survey results summarize the responses of the Gibraltar community. Responses collected from each community are used as the basis for the plan’s development and inform the future of trail planning in the county. “Another option may be to refresh bike route signage throughout the peninsula to promote safer routes” “Consider a more direct route to keep users off the highway; do not extend into areas to add scenic views. Focus on direct routes; others can be the focus of each municipality or park” “Each municipality should be responsible for maintenance of the trail within their municipal limits” “Ensure integration into the natural landscape as much as possible, avoiding destruction to natural environments” “I believe that the trails could be a huge thing for Door County. In the summers the roads get crowded and dangerous. Having paths that are able to divert some of that traffic is essential to making Door County more accessible and reducing emissions” “I hope safety is top-of-mind, too. Not just separation from vehicle traffic, but also ensuring safety for women using the trails alone, especially in the evenings” “I would like to see punch blinking lights for crossing highway safety when needed” “Please focus on routes that will get walkers and bikers off of the shoulder of the roads with a 55 mph speed limit” “There are many senior citizens in Door that utilize electric pedal assist bikes to enhance their biking experience. I would be upset if those types of bikes would be prohibited on the trails” 37 Door County Trails: Strategic Trails Plan JACKSONPORT TOWN OF Total # of Respondents 29 WHERE PEOPLE IN THE TOWN OF JACKSONPORT WANT TO GO BY TRAIL: SUPPORT FOR TRAIL DEVELOPMENT WITH TAX $: IF TRAILS WERE DEVELOPED WOULD YOU: WALK OR BIKE MORE DRIVE LESS WHAT COMMUNITY MEMBERS ARE SAYING: SUMMARY The Town of Jacksonport is part of a countywide strategic planning process for development of a comprehensive transportation trail network that supports pedestrian and bicycle access throughout the county. The plan, led by Door County Trails, aims to understand where connections are needed and support communities in developing trails that help bring those connections to life. These survey results summarize the responses of the Jacksonport community. Responses collected from each community are used as the basis for the plan’s development and inform the future of trail planning in the county. “As the county gets more crowded, we need to create ways to allow pedestrians and bikers to get safely from place to place. By encouraging walking and biking, we lower the traffic and parking congestion that is becoming a serious issue. Many residents would love to “walk into town” instead of driving (or staying home), but it needs to be safe” “I have limited my bike riding during summer because of high volume of traffic in summer and safety reasons” “I look forward to these trails. Although I ride my bike often, I don’t always feel safe riding on the roadways which are often narrow (e.g. Cave Point Road)” “Love having: a simple place to sit and take in a view, or break. Dog waste supply stations. Appropriate but simple port a potties adequate at locations. Use volunteers to maximum potentials. Keep community involved with decisions and supports. Simple trails better than no trail...if cost becomes obstacle. Rustic accommodations are cool. Everything does not need to be top dollar nor modern. Keep the quaint when ever possible. Humble. Love of land and natural beauty. “Safety is #1 for us! We love riding our bikes into Baileys Harbor or Egg Harbor from Jacksonport. However, we pick our days and times very carefully to avoid the speeding and/or distracted drivers. We would be thrilled to have biking paths or lanes!!!” “The county needs more horse trails. I am being very specific with this as cyclists can be obnoxious about sharing trails with anyone” “The trails should be wide and constructed using gravel, not asphalt. The access must include E-bikes for us senior citizens” 38 Door County Trails: Strategic Trails Plan LIBERTY GROVE TOWN OF Total # of Respondents 136 WHERE PEOPLE IN THE TOWN OF LIBERTY GROVE WANT TO GO BY TRAIL: SUPPORT FOR TRAIL DEVELOPMENT WITH TAX $: IF TRAILS WERE DEVELOPED WOULD YOU: WALK OR BIKE MORE DRIVE LESS WHAT COMMUNITY MEMBERS ARE SAYING: SUMMARY The Town of Liberty Grove is part of a countywide strategic planning process for development of a comprehensive transportation trail network that supports pedestrian and bicycle access throughout the county. The plan, led by Door County Trails, aims to understand where connections are needed and support communities in developing trails that help bring those connections to life. These survey results summarize the responses of the Liberty Grove community. Responses collected from each community are used as the basis for the plan’s development and inform the future of trail planning in the county. “As the popularity and population of Door County grows the need for these trails multiplies. I like the idea of tapping into that growth, or connecting specific trail initiatives to new developments in some way, without making it prohibitive to grow businesses.” “By connecting the trails together and making car-free trails would be a huge boost for the local tourism. It also gets bikes off our overcrowded roads and protects people using bikes as a way to commute. It creates revenue and protects people—this is a win-win. Let’s also keep some trails just for hiking.” “Consider more options to develop bike/pedestrian trails that are separate but parallel to existing roadways instead of simply providing a shoulder on the road for pedestrian use, which is unsafe and won’t be used.” “Fragmentation of Door County’s many important wetlands and land trust properties is already somewhat severe… it would be nice for this to provide alternative transportation so gaps between important forests and creeks can be closed.” “Get feedback from other successful rails-to-trails endeavors, such as the Fox River Trail model in Brown County regarding trail width, pavement, and friends groups that support the trail development and evolution of the system.” “I have biked the road in Door County for years, including riding in several Century rides. Door County is a beautiful area to ride and I am in full support of plans to increase access between communities.” “I’ve enjoyed trails such as these in other places I’ve lived. Since I live remotely, I always have to drive my car. I’d like to ride my bike and walk more.” 39 Door County Trails: Strategic Trails Plan NASWAUPEE TOWN OF Total # of Respondents 20 WHERE PEOPLE IN THE TOWN OF NASEWAUPEE WANT TO GO BY TRAIL: SUPPORT FOR TRAIL DEVELOPMENT WITH TAX $: IF TRAILS WERE DEVELOPED WOULD YOU: WALK OR BIKE MORE DRIVE LESS WHAT COMMUNITY MEMBERS ARE SAYING: SUMMARY The Town of Nasewaupee is part of a countywide strategic planning process for development of a comprehensive transportation trail network that supports pedestrian and bicycle access throughout the county. The plan, led by Door County Trails, aims to understand where connections are needed and support communities in developing trails that help bring those connections to life. These survey results summarize the responses of the Nasewaupee community. Responses collected from each community are used as the basis for the plan’s development and inform the future of trail planning in the county. “Would love to see ice skating through the woods like Boulder Junction, WI built” “Also would like to see snow made like Lapham Park in Lake Country (SE WI) for cross country skiing and snowshoeing” “Future-planning to prevent over-use that tramples the original terrain and natural features I.e. don’t end up like Cave Point with every trail surface beat down and bushwhacked and hordes of people standing on every surface like an amusement park” So excited for this opportunity. Thank you! “The Northern Door trails are primarily for tourists” 40 Door County Trails: Strategic Trails Plan SEV ASTOPOL TOWN OF Total # of Respondents 73 WHERE PEOPLE IN THE TOWN OF SEVASTOPOL WANT TO GO BY TRAIL: SUPPORT FOR TRAIL DEVELOPMENT WITH TAX $: IF TRAILS WERE DEVELOPED WOULD YOU: WALK OR BIKE MORE DRIVE LESS WHAT COMMUNITY MEMBERS ARE SAYING: SUMMARY The Town of Sevastopol is part of a countywide strategic planning process for development of a comprehensive transportation trail network that supports pedestrian and bicycle access throughout the county. The plan, led by Door County Trails, aims to understand where connections are needed and support communities in developing trails that help bring those connections to life. These survey results summarize the responses of the Sevastopol community. Responses collected from each community are used as the basis for the plan’s development and inform the future of trail planning in the county. “Creating options for kids and working adults without vehicles is important. We have an efficient highway, but this makes it all but impossible for children living beyond downtown Sturgeon Bay to navigate their community. I would love to see safe options to connect to the schools.” “Access for horse trails! We need more trail riding locations.” “I have biked in Door County since the 1960’s and it has gotten increasingly more dangerous to do so due to heavy traffic, inattentive driving habits, and the lack of a safe shoulder. I have significantly curtailed my biking because of the danger.” “Please make safety the main focus. I am deeply concerned about accidents and harm or death of pedestrians and bikers.” “Some current options for walking/biking just are not safe. Example – Bay Shore Drive North from Sturgeon Bay. What can be done to enhance the recreational experience on this route and others like it?” “The natural beauty we have here is breathtaking. A connected trail system the whole length of the county would bring tourists here to use the system while also benefiting locals.” “We are a tourism destination and we lack multi-use silent sport trails compared to many other tourism destinations. This is a healthy way to get more people enjoying the outdoors and taking in Door County’s scenic views.” 41 Door County Trails: Strategic Trails Plan STURGEON BA Y TOWN OF Total # of Respondents 27 WHERE PEOPLE IN THE TOWN OF STURGEON BAY WANT TO GO BY TRAIL: SUPPORT FOR TRAIL DEVELOPMENT WITH TAX $: IF TRAILS WERE DEVELOPED WOULD YOU: WALK OR BIKE MORE DRIVE LESS WHAT COMMUNITY MEMBERS ARE SAYING: SUMMARY The Town of Sturgeon Bay is part of a countywide strategic planning process for development of a comprehensive transportation trail network that supports pedestrian and bicycle access throughout the county. The plan, led by Door County Trails, aims to understand where connections are needed and support communities in developing trails that help bring those connections to life. These survey results summarize the responses of the Sturgeon Bay community. Responses collected from each community are used as the basis for the plan’s development and inform the future of trail planning in the county. “Bikers and hikers/walkers don’t necessarily share the same goals for trails” “I believe good trails can create tourism and a sought after destination. A great example is the Heart of Vilas County Trail System” “I love love love this initiative! A bike share would be a neat feature…. Bikes in a rack that you can rent and return to the same or other rack at your destination. Again, doing quite a bit of bike travel, this has been a great way to see a city/area when we have not been able to pack bikes” “Inter-city bus loop funded by tourism. Decrease traffic congestion and drunk driving. It would set each downtown for tourism access via biking or walking. Consider advocating for a county funded bike share with stations located within each downtown. Tourism kiosks or private company could run rentals of bike/lock/helmets for a small fee or free of charge if funded as part of a safety mitigation plan to decrease crashes” “This should have been initiated long long long ago before development increases” “We could also tie in the ATV trail system to expand both trail systems. Opening the ATV trail system up to off-highway dirt bikes and other powersports could help promote tourism and support local businesses” “When thinking about multi-use trails, please consider the equine centered community. There are no trails available for us. We are prohibited from use of any of the existing trails, whether it is in the parks, recreation areas, land trust areas, etc.” 42 Door County Trails: Strategic Trails Plan UNION TOWN OF Total # of Respondents 6 WHERE PEOPLE IN THE TOWN OF UNION WANT TO GO BY TRAIL: SUPPORT FOR TRAIL DEVELOPMENT WITH TAX $: IF TRAILS WERE DEVELOPED WOULD YOU: WALK OR BIKE MORE DRIVE LESS WHAT COMMUNITY MEMBERS ARE SAYING: SUMMARY The Town of Union is part of a countywide strategic planning process for development of a comprehensive transportation trail network that supports pedestrian and bicycle access throughout the county. The plan, led by Door County Trails, aims to understand where connections are needed and support communities in developing trails that help bring those connections to life. These survey results summarize the responses of the Union community. Responses collected from each community are used as the basis for the plan’s development and inform the future of trail planning in the county. “In the absence of strong public transportation I think this is a great pursuit. Also contributes to livability, a key factor for recruiting and retaining a younger workforce” “Southern Door County is highly under-served by safe biking paths. We don’t hold as much of the tourism might, but our community would benefit greatly from this amenity, and put it to good use! I would love to start a “bike bus” to school, but safe pathways aren’t currently available” 43 Door County Trails: Strategic Trails Plan WASHINGTON TOWN OF Total # of Respondents 12 WHERE PEOPLE IN THE TOWN OF WASHINGTON WANT TO GO BY TRAIL: SUPPORT FOR TRAIL DEVELOPMENT WITH TAX $: IF TRAILS WERE DEVELOPED WOULD YOU: WALK OR BIKE MORE DRIVE LESS WHAT COMMUNITY MEMBERS ARE SAYING: SUMMARY The Town of Washington is part of a countywide strategic planning process for development of a comprehensive transportation trail network that supports pedestrian and bicycle access throughout the county. The plan, led by Door County Trails, aims to understand where connections are needed and support communities in developing trails that help bring those connections to life. These survey results summarize the responses of the Washington community. Responses collected from each community are used as the basis for the plan’s development and inform the future of trail planning in the county. “No more bikers on door county roads, it’s not safe and they don’t spend money when riding thru communities” “Start/end points need to be as carefully planned as the routes themselves, as dumping additional pedestrians/bikes at dead ends (lakefront, residential, existing businesses with parking issues) is just moving a problem elsewhere (congestion)” “The town of Fort Collins, Colorado, has a very nice bike and walking path system throughout the city. Their trail system could be an inspiration for a functional door country-specific trail system” “As one of the PE teachers for the Island School, we would utilize a trail system to teach students more about hiking and cross-country skiing to help promote the great outdoors” 44 Door County Trails: Strategic Trails Plan EGG HARBOR VILLAGE OF 186 WHERE PEOPLE IN THE VILLAGE OF EGG HARBOR WANT TO GO BY TRAIL: SUPPORT FOR TRAIL DEVELOPMENT WITH TAX $: IF TRAILS WERE DEVELOPED WOULD YOU: WALK OR BIKE MORE DRIVE LESS WHAT COMMUNITY MEMBERS ARE SAYING: SUMMARY The Village of Egg Harbor is part of a countywide strategic planning process for development of a comprehensive transportation trail network that supports pedestrian and bicycle access throughout the county. The plan, led by Door County Trails, aims to understand where connections are needed and support communities in developing trails that help bring those connections to life. These survey results summarize the responses of the Egg Harbor community. Responses collected from each community are used as the basis for the plan’s development and inform the future of trail planning in the county. “Greatly needed to allow individuals to move safely through the Door for both recreational and personal use, reducing traffic and increasing safety.” “I have been biking around Door County for many years but feel increasingly unsafe. Bike trails would be so wonderful.” “Improve safety on all roads, especially internal roads. Off road trails along major roads. Widen for bike lanes.” “Please segregate any and all bike and pedestrian trails from roads and streets.” “Just remember not to destroy the nature that you should be protecting. The trail should be designed to avoid cutting down trees where possible.” “Strongly want trails paved for bikes. Only support paved trails.” “Support your efforts. It will help promote tourism and the local economy to have good bike infrastructure.” “We’re so happy to see this happening. We’d rather bike places than always having to use our car.” “Let’s work on visible quick wins between populated areas first, so that we can gain broader traction for this initiative.” “Talk openly about what trails do for the disabled.” 45 Door County Trails: Strategic Trails Plan EPHRAIM VILLAGE OF Total # of Respondents 34 WHERE PEOPLE IN THE VILLAGE OF EPHRAIM WANT TO GO BY TRAIL: SUPPORT FOR TRAIL DEVELOPMENT WITH TAX $: IF TRAILS WERE DEVELOPED WOULD YOU: WALK OR BIKE MORE DRIVE LESS WHAT COMMUNITY MEMBERS ARE SAYING: SUMMARY The Village of Ephraim is part of a countywide strategic planning process for development of a comprehensive transportation trail network that supports pedestrian and bicycle access throughout the county. The plan, led by Door County Trails, aims to understand where connections are needed and support communities in developing trails that help bring those connections to life. These survey results summarize the responses of the Ephraim community. Responses collected from each community are used as the basis for the plan’s development and inform the future of trail planning in the county. “Connection to state parks as well as villages would be nice as I bike and hike to get outdoors and be active while seeing features” “Don’t use asphalt. It deteriorates too fast and needs costly repairs. A hard surface. I am told asphalt needs car and truck traffic to help the surface. Use crushed limestone. Wider, softer path. Just needs replenishment every few years” “Please include distinct, painted lane markings on the path to separate people who are walking/jogging from those who are biking. Especially with e-bikes, I see a multi use path with walkers and bikers (of different ages/mobility) without separation as unsafe and a mess” “Thank you for making this topic a priority. Safety on the congested narrow roads is essential. While accomplishing this objective, is there an option to provide a series of trolleys so tourist will park their cars and visit by riding the trolley from town to town, to the parks and beaches?” “We reside full-time in the Village of Ephraim specifically off County Q. We want to see this trail go through Q because the two greatest benefits is convenience, access and physical fitness . Please know that there are many people I see walking off Highway Q. So, building trail networks would make it easier to walk and bike where they need to go instead of getting in the car all the time” In addition, it brings zero-emission transportation, improving air quality. Building a multi-use trail through Highway Q corridor will promote for green space and active transport.” “Y es, please consider a horse trail. Y ou would be amazed at how many riders there are” 46 Door County Trails: Strategic Trails Plan FORESTVILLE VILLAGE OF Total # of Respondents 4 WHERE PEOPLE IN THE VILLAGE OF FORESTVILLE WANT TO GO BY TRAIL: SUPPORT FOR TRAIL DEVELOPMENT WITH TAX $: IF TRAILS WERE DEVELOPED WOULD YOU: WALK OR BIKE MORE DRIVE LESS WHAT COMMUNITY MEMBERS ARE SAYING: SUMMARY The Village of Forestville is part of a countywide strategic planning process for development of a comprehensive transportation trail network that supports pedestrian and bicycle access throughout the county. The plan, led by Door County Trails, aims to understand where connections are needed and support communities in developing trails that help bring those connections to life. These survey results summarize the responses of the Forestville community. Responses collected from each community are used as the basis for the plan’s development and inform the future of trail planning in the county. “Trails for horses to go on” 47 Door County Trails: Strategic Trails Plan SISTER BA Y VILLAGE OF Total # of Respondents 82 WHERE PEOPLE IN THE VILLAGE OF SISTER BAY WANT TO GO BY TRAIL: SUPPORT FOR TRAIL DEVELOPMENT WITH TAX $: IF TRAILS WERE DEVELOPED WOULD YOU: WALK OR BIKE MORE DRIVE LESS WHAT COMMUNITY MEMBERS ARE SAYING: SUMMARY The Village of Sister Bay is part of a countywide strategic planning process for development of a comprehensive transportation trail network that supports pedestrian and bicycle access throughout the county. The plan, led by Door County Trails, aims to understand where connections are needed and support communities in developing trails that help bring those connections to life. These survey results summarize the responses of the Sister Bay community. Responses collected from each community are used as the basis for the plan’s development and inform the future of trail planning in the county. “Because Peninsula State Park is a popular biking hub, priority should be given to trail connections to and from there.” “Besides connecting communities by trail, we also need ways to safely get around and through downtown areas safely on foot or bike.” “Connecting villages seems most important in northern Door, off the highway and crowded roads.” “Designated trails separated from motor traffic are wonderful. Any future separated trail should have minimal driveway crossings to improve safety.” “Many lower income families that are year-round residents may have trouble with user fees. Perhaps a pass system similar to the State Park System would support maintenance while keeping trails accessible.” “Safety! If we can walk or bike safely we are more likely to do that and leave the car at home.” “I want to see equestrian trails included in your thinking.” “Enough money for future preventive maintenance. Trails in the Fox Valley seem to get forgotten about after implementation and degrade until it’s time to completely replace them.” “Y ou need to allow E-bikes access. It’s the fastest growing transportation category in the U.S., and so many places are frowning on it.” 48 Door County Trails: Strategic Trails Plan APPENDIX B RESOLUTIONS OF SUPPORT TO BE INCLUDED [UNIT OF GOVERNMENT] RESOLUTION NO. A RESOLUTION OF SUPPORT FOR THE DOOR COUNTY TRAILS STRATEGIC TRAILS PLAN WHEREAS, the (UNIT OF GOVERNMENT) supports plans and programs that promote health, wellness, and provide safe and accessible bicycle and pedestrian travel within and between Door County communities; and WHEREAS, Door County Trails (DCT) is a volunteer-led nonprofit organization working to develop a unified countywide network of safe and accessible multi-use bicycle and pedestrian trails connecting people, communities, and places throughout the Door Peninsula; and WHEREAS, DCT envisions a countywide trail network as an integral part of everyday recreation and transportation, inspiring people to embrace cycling and walking for freedom, health, and happiness; and WHEREAS, DCT brings together community leaders, municipal officials, partners, and residents to advance a shared vision for development of a countywide bicycle and pedestrian trail network by serving as an information resource, identifying funding opportunities, assisting with grant applications and; helping communities coordinate and develop trail planning efforts; and WHEREAS, DCT has prepared a Strategic Trails Plan, developed through a collaborative planning process including public open house information sessions, review of existing trail plans and studies, an online trail survey, and an analysis of trail needs and opportunities; and WHEREAS, the Strategic Trails Plan includes plan maps showing the results of the planning process including, commonly requested (general locations) of bicycle and pedestrian travel corridors, desired trail destinations, and locations where improved trail safety or connectivity could support everyday travel; and WHEREAS, the Strategic Trails Plan is intended to serve as a planning tool for use by Door County municipalities as they consider future trail development; and WHEREAS, the Strategic Trails Plan supports coordination and collaboration between neighboring municipalities where future trail routes cross jurisdictional boundaries; and WHEREAS, DCT is establishing a Community Trail Partners Working Group, which is anticipated to meet quarterly each year, and be comprised of two (2) representatives from each Community Partner, to include Door County municipalities for the purpose of sharing information, identifying opportunities for collaboration, and discussing funding opportunities for trail projects; and WHEREAS, the (UNIT OF GOVERNMENT) supports the DCT Strategic Trails Plan and will use it as a guide when planning bicycle and pedestrian trail projects. NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED BY THE (UNIT OF GOVERNMENTAL) AS FOLLOWS: 1. THE (UNIT OF GOVERNMENTAL) supports the DCT Strategic Trails Plan. 2. The (UNIT OF GOVERNMENTAL) will appoint two municipal representatives to serve on the DCT Community Trail Partners Working Group. 3. That this Resolution shall become effective upon its adoption. Adopted this day of , 2026. Chief Elected Official ATTEST: Comparison of Proposed & Original Protected Waterfront Ordinance §17.20 What hasn’t changed: • Intent: Still focuses on preserving open viewing and encouraging property owners to use and maintain their existing residences. • No structure shall exceed 23’ with certain features allowed up to 25’ Clarification: • Define a 1 1/2 story house. Added several other definitions. • Define decks and porches. What has become more restrictive: • Proposed footprint alterations can be no wider than existing as measured parallel to STH 42. • Previously allowed up to 50% of roof to be less than 6/12 but greater than 3/12. Changed to allowing down to 3/12 for only a limited number of shed dormers, porches, and front entrance roofs. • Only allow replacement of existing deck or porch. • Minimize outdoor lighting to entrance points. What has become less restrictive: • Under permitted uses, now include the reproduction of an existing structure. • Allow for 3 methods for Additions/Modification (Sections 6, 7, & 8). These encourage the preservation of original structures, including Reproduction. o Section 6 is new language that allows exceptions for applicants who retain the original building to preserve the character of the PW District. • Allow an attached garage to be part of the footprint, with restrictions on overall width (as measured parallel to STH 42) and no upper level on reclaimed garage area (no wider than original footprint). • Allow a combination of accessory building into principal building, with restrictions on overall width (as measured parallel to STH 42) and no upper level on accessory building area (no wider than original footprint). VILLAGE OF EPHRAIM NOTICE OF ZONING ORDINANCE PUBLIC HEARING TUESDAY, OCTOBER 13, 2026 – 7:00 PM VILLAGE OF EPHRAIM ORDINANCE NO. 02-2026 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING §17.20 AND §17.09 OF THE EPHRAIM CODE OF ORDINANCES AS IT RELATES TO PROTECTED WATERFRONT AND DEFINITIONS. SECTION I: Chapters §17.20 and §17.09 of the Ephraim Code of Ordinances are hereby amended to read as follows: §17.20 REMOVED AND REPLACED IN ITS ENTIRETY. §17.09 AMENDED WITH ADDITIONS 1) INTENT. The open shoreline is one of Ephraim’s most distinctive features and is characterized by buildings sited on mostly small non-conforming lots. This ordinance is intended to preserve the open views of the shoreline as well as the historic appearance of Ephraim’s built environment while also allowing for some leeway for Protected Waterfront (PW) District property owners to modify or replace their residences. Consistent with the intent and provisions of the Ephraim Historic District Ordinance (§17.26), property owners are encouraged to use and maintain their existing residences. However, if residential modification or replacement is desired, such modification or replacement must strictly conform to the provisions of §17.20 and §17.26. 2) PERMITTED USES. a) Park and open spaces, provided that any proposed structural elements are given conditional use approval. b) Beaches, provided that any proposed structural elements are given conditional use approval. c) Reproduction: i) Structures destroyed by natural disaster or fires in this district may be reproduced using the former dimensions and location, subject to design review and §17.20(7). ii) Reproduction of the existing structures, subject to design review and §17.20(7). 3) CONDITIONAL USES. a) On parcels where there is not a residence: i) Dockage and launching; ii) Boat and related rentals; iii) Sale of marine fuel and accessories for marine use only; iv) New structures necessary for permitted uses in the district, including bathrooms. v) Non-profit organizations on village- owned property. Sales within such shall be subject to any existing lease or other agreements with the village. In the event that no such agreement speaking to sales exists, the Village of Ephraim Plan Committee, through Conditional Use review, shall oversee and have final approval over any such sales area. This review will include, but is not limited to, the type of merchandise sold and the total amount of display area the merchandise will envelop. b) On parcels where there is a structure, additions/modifications to or replacement of existing structures, subject to §17.20(6) and §17.20(8). 4) PROHIBITED USES. a) New construction on vacant lots is prohibited in the PW District, as structures are limited to those existing on or before January 1, 1998. b) Home occupations are not permitted in the PW District. 5) SPECIAL EXCEPTION REVIEW. The provisions of this section, including the setback and lot coverage requirements from §17.24, shall be mandated except in the case of buildings, structures, or public projects along the shoreline that are deemed to be in the greatest interest to the public by a majority of the Plan Committee and a majority of the Village Board, and this exception can occur only through special exception review. 6) EXCEPTIONS FOR ADDITIONS OR MODIFICATIONS OF EXISTING RESIDENCES AND ACCESSORY BUILDINGS IN THE PROTECTED WATERFRONT DISTRICT (PW). When working with a goal to retain the original residence, exceptions for additions or modifications may be considered by the Plan Committee, so long as the additions or modifications match the original architecture to preserve the special character of the PW District. 7) REPRODUCTION OF EXISTING STRUCTURES IN THE PROTECTED WATERFRONT DISTRICT. a) Structure Reproduction: A structure reproduction means creating a replica of the existing structure in terms of footprint, size, volume, and appearance. Unique features, materials, and architectural details of the original structure must be replicated, including design and materials. The materials must be sourced to ensure authenticity. Intricate elements such as moldings, windows, and other unique characteristics are essential to the reproduction. b) Design Criteria: Modern materials may only be substituted for original materials insofar as they are consistent with the provisions of §17.20(7)(a) and subject to design review and design criteria in §17.26, Historic District. 8) ADDITIONS/MODIFICATIONS TO OR REPLACEMENT OF EXISTING RESIDENCES AND ACCESSORY BUILDINGS. “PW DESIGN REVIEW”. (Completed by Historic Preservation Committee and Plan Committee.) a) General Requirements: i) Footprints in the PW District can be modified, subject to the following provisions: a. Footprints of finished interior space ( see definition in §17.09) in the PW District can be modified so long as there is no increase in the width, as measured parallel to STH 42, of the residence or accessory buildings, and no increase in the total footprint. b. Footprints of attached garages can be modified so long as there is no increase in the width, as measured parallel to STH 42, and no increase in the total footprint. No upper level will be allowed over the reclaimed square footage of the attached garage. c. Footprints in the PW District cannot be increased with the following exception: Consideration may be given to principal building footprint increases when existing accessory buildings are to be removed. The footprint of the accessory building may be reclaimed and combined with the principal building, provided there is no increase in the width of the footprint, as measured parallel to STH 42, of the principal building. No upper level will be allowed over the reclaimed square footage of the accessory building. ii) All projects are subject to applicable floodplain ordinances of the Village and State. b) Design Criteria. i) The style of a project within this district shall meet the design criteria in §17.26, Historic District, and generally, as a maximum, have the design characteristics of a single-story or one and one-half-story house (see definition in §17.09). ii) Visual impact from the street is to be minimized on all projects occurring in the PW District. The width of any individual structure as measured parallel to State Highway 42 cannot be increased. When the existing landscape is to be modified or replaced, a Landscape Permit is required (See §10 Permit Application.) iii) From the view of any side of the residence, the number and varying pitches of the rooflines should be minimized. The overall guiding principle of design is simplicity and avoidance of bulk. iv) Any existing deck or porch ( see definitions in §17.09) may be replaced on a project within this district, assuming the size is no more than the existing deck or porch, and the deck or porch is a one-for-one replacement. For example, an open porch may be replaced by an open porch, but not by a screened or windowed porch. v) Outdoor lighting shall be minimized, generally limited to entrance points on all elevations. vi) Covered front entrances: A minimal roof over a front entrance will be considered. c) Dimensional Standards. i. All projects are subject to the applicable dimensional standards of §17.24 of the ordinance unless otherwise noted or provided in this section. PW Minimum Lot Size 10,000 sq. ft. Minimum Lot Width 100' Front Setback Minimum 30' Side Setback Minimum 15' Rear Setback Minimum 40' Maximum Lot Coverage 20% Min. Building Separation ii. Addition/modification or replacement projects, including existing dimensionally nonconforming buildings considered under this section, may apply the existing grandfathered setbacks of the existing buildings as the required setback for new work, so long as the new work increases or, at a minimum, does not further encroach on the setbacks in question. iii. No residences shall exceed twenty -three feet (23’) in height, and accessory buildings shall not exceed fifteen feet (15’) in height as measured from the crown grade of State Highway 42. iv. Other rooftop accessories on residences, which include but are not limited to: a. Spires, belfries, parapet walls, domes, and all other projections shall not exceed the peak roof height of the building. b. Cupolas, flues, vent pipes, chimneys, and communication devices are allowed to a maximum of twenty-five feet (25’). v. Roof pitches less than 6/12 and greater than 12/12 are prohibited, except for the following circumstances: a. A roof pitch for a limited amount of shed dormer of less than 6/12 and a minimum of 3/12 may be considered. b. Roof pitches for porches less than 6/12 may be considered. c. Covered front entrances less than 6/12 may be considered. 9) OTHER REQUIREMENTS. a. Special Plan Committee approval shall determine the number of required parking spaces on a case- by-case basis unless the use has a number established under ordinance §17.15(9); parking requirements may be met through a combination of off-street, on-site, and/or dedicated parking spaces within common ways. Pervious surfaces for parking are preferred in this district. b. Consideration given to allow for ten percent (10%) additional lot coverage when that area will be used for adding off-street parking. 10) PERMIT APPLICATION. a. Beyond the normal requirements as outlined in § 17.40, an overlay is required showing the footprints of all existing buildings, including decks and porches, if any, with the footprint of all proposed buildings and attachments. The measurement in square feet (SF) should be provided for all footprints and attachments, both existing and proposed. b. A Landscape Plan is also required when the existing landscape is to be modified or replaced. The Landscape Plan should not reduce the water view between the buildings. The plan shall show all new plantings along with all proposed hardscape and impervious surfaces. Samples of all hardscape (pervious and impervious) are required, showing material and color. c. A Construction Parking Plan is required showing the location of construction and worker vehicles as outlined in §17.40(1). d. No Occupancy Permit will be issued until the Village Administrator has inspected all elements of the project for compliance with the approved plans. 17.09 DEFINITIONS. Except where specifically defined herein, all words used in this chapter shall carry the meanings as defined in Webster’s Unabridged 3rd New International Dictionary or a dictionary based upon it. Words used in the plural include the singular. The word “shall” is mandatory. DECK: A deck on a house is a flat outdoor surface, typically made of wood or composite materials, that is elevated from the ground and often connected to the main building. FOOTPRINT: The area of a single horizontal plane bounded by the exterior walls of the building, expressed in square feet. See §17.24 for attached garage exemptions to this definition. ONE AND ONE-HALF STORY HOUSE: A one and one-half story house has a full first floor with full- height interior walls [typically eight feet (8’) high] and an upper level that has less full-height floor area than the first floor. The upper level has steeply pitched roofs with gables and dormers (normally with windows). The upper level typically has sloped ceilings with knee walls (normally five to seven feet high (5’ - 7’)] that define the floor area. These features reduce the floor area on the upper level. PORCH: A porch on a house is a covered area adjoining an entrance to a house, usually with a separate roof. A porch can be open or enclosed by screens or windows. STRUCTURE REPRODUCTION: A structure reproduction means creating a replica of the existing structure in terms of size, volume, and appearance. Unique features, materials, and architectural details of the original house must match the project, including design. Materials must be sourced to ensure authenticity. Intricate elements such as moldings, windows, and other unique characteristics are essential to the reproduction. SECTION II: If any section, subsection, paragraph, or sentence of this ordinance is for any reason deemed unconstitutional or otherwise unenforceable by decision of any court of competent jurisdiction, such decision shall not affect the validity of the remainder of this ordinance. SECTION III: This ordinance shall take effect upon its passage and publication according to the law as an amendment to the Village Zoning Code under the procedures prescribed by §62.23(d) Wis. Stats. Passed and approved by the Village Board of Trustees at its regular meeting on the 13th day of OCTOBER 2026. VILLAGE OF EPHRIAM BY: _________________________________ Ken Nelson, Village President Attest: _______________________________ Andrea Collak, Clerk Published this____ day of _______ 2026 Date 10/XX/2026 X Village Administrative Office X Visitors’ Center X Post Office X Website: ephraim.wi.gov X Emailed to WDOR/ Peninsula Pulse Andrea Collak, Clerk Kim Roberts, Deputy Clerk DOOR COUNTY TOURISM ZONE COMMISSION PO BOX 55, SISTER BAY WI 54234 Website: www.doorcountytourismzone.com 920.854.6200, Fax: 920-854-9019 Email: info@doorcountytourismzone.com Date: August 9th, 2026 To: Door County Municipal Partners From: Juliana Holly-Executive Director Re: Request for Approval of Commission Bylaw Amendments The Commission has completed a review of its bylaws and is recommending all Door County municipalities approve of its changes. As with any governing document, the bylaws are reviewed and adjusted periodically to reflect the Commission's evolving operational needs, improve clarity, and ensure they continue to support the Commission's work effectively. These proposed amendments are administrative in nature and are intended to keep the bylaws current with the Commission's practices and responsibilities. Periodic updates such as these are a normal part of maintaining effective governance. Two amendment subjects have been proposed and approved for recommendation by the Full Commission: term-limits for Executive Committee member positions and actions to be taken in regard to attendance. In accordance with the Commission's bylaws, any amendments must be approved by the participating municipalities before they can take effect. We respectfully request that you place this item on your municipality's next meeting agenda for consideration and action. For your convenience, the following motion language may be used: Suggested Motion: "I move to approve the amendments to the Commission Bylaws as recommended by the Commission and authorize their adoption in accordance with the bylaws' amendment process." A copy of the proposed amended bylaws is enclosed for your review. If you have any questions or would like additional information before your meeting, please contact Juliana Holly, at info@doorcountytourismzone.com. Thank you for your continued partnership and consideration of these proposed amendments. Sincerely, Juliana Holly, Executive Director 1 Door County Tourism Zone Commission Bylaws 06/18/2026 DOOR COUNTY 1 TOURISM ZONE COMMISSION 2 3 4 COMMISSION BYLAWS 5 6 7 ARTICLE I 8 9 PURPOSE AND POWER 10 11 The DOOR COUNTY TOURISM ZONE COMMISSION (the “Commission”) is created as a 12 commission under the provisions of Section 66.0615 of the Wisconsin Statutes, pursuant to which the Legislature 13 of the State of Wisconsin has determined that such commission serves a public purpose by coordinating tourism 14 promotion and development that are significantly used by transient tourists and reasonably likely to generate paid 15 overnight stays at more than one establishment owned by different persons within the tourism zone, by using 16 marketing projects, including advertising media buys, creation and distribution of printed or electronic promotional 17 tourist materials, or efforts to recruit conventions, sporting events, or motor coach groups, transient tourists 18 informational services and tangible municipal developments, including a convention center within Door County, 19 Wisconsin. The jurisdiction of the Commission shall be the area comprised of the boundaries of those 20 municipalities within Door County, Wisconsin who have, through their governmental bodies, agreed to be a 21 participating member of the Commission (the “Tourism Zone”). The Commission is a local governmental unit, 22 corporate and politic, that is separate, distinct and independent from the State of Wisconsin, Door County and all 23 local units of government with jurisdictional boundaries lying within the Tourism Zone. The Commission shall 24 have all powers, authorities; duties and responsibilities set forth in Section 66.0615 of the Wisconsin Statutes and 25 shall be subject to all provisions thereof applicable to tourism zone commissions as provided therein. As a 26 governmental body, the Commission shall comply with all applicable provisions of the Wisconsin Statutes and 27 regulations promulgated thereunder, including without limitation, the provisions of Chapter of the Wisconsin 28 Statutes, as they may relate to the Commission, its commissioners, officers and employees. 29 30 ARTICLE 2 31 32 OFFICES 33 34 Section 2.1 Offices. The principal office for the Commission shall be located at such place within the Tourism Zone 35 within Door County, Wisconsin, as shall be determined by the Commission. 36 37 ARTICLE 3 38 39 MEMBERSHIP 40 41 Section 3.1 Establishment. 42 (a) Any municipality in the County of Door is eligible to become a member of the Commission. 43 44 (b) Membership on the Commission shall be as prescribed and established under the provisions of 45 Sec.66.0615(1m), of the Wisconsin Statutes. 46 2 Door County Tourism Zone Commission Bylaws 06/18/2026 1 (c) To achieve membership on this Commission the applying municipality must: 2 3 1. Adopt and pass the ORDINANCE FOR THE COLLECTION OF TAX ON OVERNIGHT 4 LODGING used by the founding municipalities, including any amendments therewith (Exhibit A). 5 6 2. Adopt the Door County Tourism Zone Commission Agreement, including any amendments there 7 with, in its entirety by signature of the principal elected official in the applying municipality and shall be 8 confirmed by a majority vote of the members of the municipality’s governing body who are present when 9 the vote is taken (Exhibit B). 10 11 3. Accept the bylaws and all agreements, contracts, policies and procedures in effect at the time membership 12 is granted. 13 14 Section 3.2 Members. The Commission shall constitute the membership. 15 16 ARTICLE 4 17 18 COMMISSIONERS 19 20 Section 4.1 General Powers. The business affairs of the Commission shall be overseen by the commissioners. 21 22 Section 4.2 Number of Commissioners. 23 (a) The number of commissioners comprising the Commission shall be as prescribed under the provisions of 24 Section 66.0615(1m) (c) 2, of the Wisconsin Statutes. 25 26 (b) The municipal members of the commission shall be appointed by the principal elected official in the 27 member municipality subject to confirmation by majority vote of the members of that municipality’s 28 governing body who are present when such vote is taken. 29 30 31 (c) Two (2) additional (“At Large”) members, who represent the hotel and motel industry, shall be appointed 32 to the commission by the chairperson of the commission and shall be confirmed by a majority vote of the 33 commissioners who are present when the vote is taken. 34 35 (d) While membership on the Commission is provided for each municipality in the zone agreement, all 36 membership positions need not be filled if a municipality does not see a need. A member municipality 37 that does not appoint a representative shall not count towards the determination of a quorum. 38 39 (e) The Commission by vote of 2/3 of members present at a duly noticed meeting may establish an executive 40 committee. The membership of the executive committee shall include at least one at large member. The 41 powers of the executive committee shall include the authority to approve payments and to take such other 42 actions as is granted by the Commission. 43 44 Section 4.3 Terms of Office. 45 (a) The terms of office of the municipal commissioners shall be one (1) year commencing in June of each year. 46 Commissioners shall serve at the pleasure of the appointing official and may be reappointed for an 47 unlimited number of terms. 48 (b) The terms of office for the two (2) at large commissioners shall be one (1) year commencing in June of each 49 year. The at large commissioners shall serve at the pleasure of the chairperson of the commission and may 50 3 Door County Tourism Zone Commission Bylaws 06/18/2026 be reappointed for an unlimited number of terms. 1 2 Section 4.4 Vacancies. Vacancies on the Commission shall be filled by the appointing authority who appointed 3 the person whose office is vacant. A person appointed to fill a vacancy shall serve for the remainder of the 4 unexpired term to which they were appointed. 5 6 Section 4.5 Compensation. Commissioners shall receive no salaries for their services, but shall be entitled to 7 reimbursement for their actual and necessary expenses incurred in the performance of their duties. Reimbursement for 8 mileage shall be at the then current Standard Mileage Rate for Business established by the Internal Revenue Service. 9 10 Section 4.6 Confidentiality. 11 The Commission shall provide by resolution for the confidentiality of information obtained under Section 12 66.0615(2). All Room Tax returns, schedules, exhibits, writings or audit reports relating to such returns, on file 13 with the Commission and the Municipalities are deemed confidential, except the Commission or the 14 Municipalities may divulge their contents to the following, and no others: 15 16 (a) The person or his/her legal representative who filed the return; 17 18 (b) Officers, employees or agents of the municipal treasurer and the Commission; 19 20 (c) Other persons for the use in the discharge of duties imposed by law, or in the discharge of the duties of their 21 office (unless otherwise prohibited by law), or by order of a court. 22 23 The Commission may provide for the publishing of statistics classified so as not to disclose the identity of particular 24 returns. The commission shall provide that persons violating the resolution enacted under this subsection may be 25 required to forfeit not less than one hundred dollars ($100.00) or more than five hundred dollars ($500.00). 26 27 ARTICLE 5 28 29 COMMISSION MEETINGS 30 31 Section 5.1 Meeting Locations. All meetings of the Commission, annual, regular and special shall be held within 32 the municipalities which comprise the Tourism Zone. 33 34 Section 5.2 Annual Meeting. The Annual Meeting of the Commission shall be held on a date during the month 35 of May June of each year, at such place and time, as shall be determined by the Chairperson or by resolution of the 36 Commission. 37 38 Section 5.3 Regular Meetings. Regular meetings of the Commission shall be held at such dates, times and places 39 as shall be fixed by the Chairperson upon no less than forty-eight (48) hours prior notice. 40 41 Section 5.4 Special Meetings. Special meetings of the Commission may be called by the Commission Chairperson 42 or by the Vice-Chairperson, in the absence of the Chairperson. Special meetings of the Commission may also be 43 called upon a written request signed by three (3) Commissioners stating the purpose or purposes of such Special 44 Meeting request. The person or persons authorized to call special meetings of the Commission may fix the date, 45 time and place of such meeting upon no less than 48 hours prior notice. If no place of the meeting has been specified, 46 the place of the meeting shall be the Commission’s principal office in the Tourism Zone. 47 48 Section 5.5 Electronic Participation in Meetings. To the extent provided by these Bylaws, the Commission, or 49 any committee of the Commission, may, in addition to conducting meetings in which each commissioner participates 50 4 Door County Tourism Zone Commission Bylaws 06/18/2026 in person, and notwithstanding any place set forth in the notice of the meeting by these Bylaws, conduct any annual, 1 regular or special meeting by the use of any electronic means of communication, provided (1) all participating 2 commissioners may simultaneously hear each other during the meeting, and/or (2) all communication during the 3 meeting is immediately transmitted to each participating commissioner, and each participating commissioner is able 4 to immediately send messages to all other participating commissioners; and (3) all requirements of the Open Meetings 5 Law are met. A commissioner participating in a meeting by any means pursuant to this Section 5.5 shall be deemed 6 to be present in person at the meeting. 7 8 Section 5.6 Meeting Notice. 9 (a) Notice of any regular or special meeting shall be given by written notice, delivered personally, by mail, 10 express courier, facsimile transmission or e-mail to each commissioner at his or her business address, 11 facsimile number, e-mail address or at such other address or number as such commissioner shall have 12 designated in writing and filed at the Commission’s principal office. Such notice shall normally be given 13 at least three (3) calendar days prior to a regular meeting and, in no case, less than twenty-four (24) hours 14 prior to a meeting. In the case of an emergency, notice to commissioners shall be given at least two (2) 15 hours before a meeting. 16 17 (b) Notice of any regular or special meeting shall be given by written notice, delivered personally, by mail, 18 express courier, facsimile transmission or e-mail to each member municipality at its business address, 19 facsimile number, e-mail address or such other address or number as such municipality shall have 20 designated in writing and filed at the Commission’s principal office. It shall be the responsibility of said 21 noticed municipality to post the notice as set forth in Chapter 19 of the Wisconsin Statutes. Such notice shall 22 normally be given at least three (3) calendar days prior to a regular meeting and, in no case, less than twenty-23 four (24) hours prior to a meeting. In the case of an emergency, notice to member municipalities shall be given 24 at least two (2) hours before a meeting. 25 26 (c) Public notice of all meetings shall be given if and as required and provided in Chapter 19 of the Wisconsin 27 Statutes. If mailed, such notice shall be deemed to be delivered when deposited in the United States mail 28 so addressed, with postage thereon prepaid. If notice is given by electronic mail, such notice shall be 29 deemed to be delivered when the sender transmits the message. If notice is given by facsimile 30 transmission, such notice shall be deemed to be delivered when the sender receives in-hand a confirmation 31 sheet indicating that the transmission is complete. Whenever any notice is required to be given to any 32 commissioner under the provisions of these Bylaws, or under the provisions of any statute, a waiver thereof, 33 in writing, signed at anytime, whether before or after the time of the meeting, by the commissioner entitled to 34 such notice, shall be deemed equivalent to the given of such notice. The attendance of a commissioner at a 35 meeting shall constitute a waiver of notice of such meeting, except where a commissioner attends a meeting 36 and objects because the meeting is not lawfully called or convened. 37 38 (d) Consistent with the requirements of Section 19.84 of the Wisconsin Statutes a Commission meeting 39 shall be considered properly noticed, if the notice required above is provided to the Door County 40 Advocate, the Peninsula Pulse and the member municipalities within the required time periods. The failure 41 of any member municipality to post the meeting notice consistent with its requirements shall not invalidate 42 the Commission’s meeting notice and posting. 43 44 Section 5.7 Agenda Packet. An agenda and a copy of all materials to be presented or acted upon at a meeting of 45 the commission shall be given in written form, delivered personally, by mail or express courier to each 46 commissioner at his or her business address or at such other address as such commissioner shall have designated 47 in writing and filed at the commission’s principal office. This agenda packet shall normally be provided at least 48 three (3) calendar days prior to an annual or regular meeting; however, supporting documentation of an agenda 49 item that may not have been available at the time the packet was sent out shall be presented at the meeting as if it 50 were included in the packet. Notwithstanding, any other informational material that was not timely received to be 51 5 Door County Tourism Zone Commission Bylaws 06/18/2026 included in the agenda packet, which the commissioners have not had ample time to review may be presented at the 1 meeting. This information may be discussed at the meeting at the pleasure of the chairperson but under no 2 circumstance shall any action be taken except to table or have it brought forth at a future meeting at which time it shall 3 be properly noticed and timely received. 4 5 Section 5.8 Quorum. A majority of the number of commissioners then in office shall constitute a quorum for the 6 transaction of business at any meeting of the Commission. 7 8 Section 5.9 Manner of Acting. Except as otherwise specified by law or these Bylaws, the affirmative vote or 9 approval of a majority of the commissioners present at a meeting at which a quorum is present, shall be the act of the 10 Commission, [or a committee of the Commission in the case of a committee meeting]. The voting on all matters 11 presented for a vote shall be by voice vote, unless a commissioner requests a roll call, or if roll call vote is required by 12 law, in which case the Yeas and Nays shall be entered upon the minutes of the meeting. All resolutions or votes of 13 the Commission shall be entered in full in the minutes of the meeting or otherwise reduced to writing. 14 15 Section 5.10 Presumption of Assent. A commissioner, who is present at a meeting of the Commission or a committee 16 thereof at which action on any Commission matter is taken, shall be presumed to have assented the action taken 17 unless the commissioner’s dissent shall be entered in the minutes of the meeting. The right of dissent or abstention 18 is not available to a commissioner who votes in favor of the action taken. 19 20 Section 5.11 Conduct of Meetings. The Chairperson, and in his or her absence the Vice-Chairperson, and in their 21 absence, any commissioner chosen by the commissioners then present, shall call meetings of the Commission to order 22 and shall act as chairperson of the meeting. The Secretary shall act as secretary of all meetings of the Commission, but 23 in the absence of the Secretary, the presiding officer may appoint any commissioner or other person to act as secretary 24 of the meeting. Except as otherwise provided or contemplated herein, at the request of the Chairperson, or any two (2) 25 commissioners present, a meeting shall generally be conducted by Robert’s Rules of Order as revised from time to 26 time or in an orderly manner as determined by the Chairperson. 27 28 Section 5.12 Meeting Attendance. Commissioners are expected to make every effort to attend all Full 29 Commission meetings and meetings for committees to which they are appointed. Commissioners may 30 occasionally miss meetings due to factors outside their control such as illness, travel schedules, jury duty, 31 or holidays. These will generally be considered “excused” absences. In all cases, commissioners are 32 expected to notify staff or the chair of any meetings they will be unable to attend. Commissioners may be 33 removed from their committee or officer appointments by a majority vote of the Commission if more than 34 two absences without notification occur during their term. 35 36 ARTICLE 6 37 38 REPORTS AND AUDIT 39 40 Section 6.1 Reports. The Commission shall submit the following reports to all member municipalities: 41 (a) A monthly report that includes: 42 43 1. A list of all lodging properties in the municipality, the total amount of room tax paid and any properties 44 that are delinquent. 45 2. A payment to the municipality for thirty percent (30%) of the amount collected. 46 3. This report and payment should be sent by the twenty-forth (24th) of the month following the month in 47 which the tax was collected. 48 49 (b) A quarterly report that includes: 50 51 6 Door County Tourism Zone Commission Bylaws 06/18/2026 1. A detailed report of all administrative expenses of the commission for the past quarter. 1 2. A detailed report from the Tourism Entity itemizing all expenses incurred in the past quarter that have 2 been or should have been paid by the Commission. 3 3. This report should be delivered within sixty (60) days after the end of the quarter. 4 5 (c) The annual report that includes: 6 7 1. A summary of the activity of the past year. 8 2. A list of all room tax collected by each member municipality in the zone for each month 9 of the year. 10 3. A detailed report of all administrative expenses of the commission for the past year. 11 4. A detailed report from the Tourism Entity itemizing all expenses incurred in the past year that have been 12 or should have been paid by the Commission. 13 5. A balance sheet of the commissions finances. 14 6. An annual report from the Tourism Entity showing: 15 i. A summary of the activity of the past year. 16 ii. A report showing the return on investment, i.e., how well the established goals and objectives 17 for the year have been met. 18 iii. The mutually agreed upon goals and objectives for the new year. 19 7. These reports should be submitted to all member municipalities and all participating lodging properties no 20 less than ten (10) days before the annual meeting of the Commission but no later than the 15th day of 21 May of the year following the year being audited. 22 8. An annual meeting of the Door County Tourism Zone Commission including all member 23 municipalities, all members of the Door County Visitor Bureau which are located in the Tourism 24 Zone and all lodging properties participating in the collection of the room tax should take place each 25 year in the month of May, after the annual report has been received and before the new summer tourist 26 season begins. At this meeting, questions, concerns, future goals and objectives will be addressed. 27 28 Section 6.2 Annual Audit. An annual audit of the Door County Tourism Zone Commission’s financial records 29 shall be conducted by a licensed accounting firm chosen by a majority vote of the commissioners present at the 30 meeting when the vote is taken. This audit shall be conducted as soon as practicable after January 1 and shall be 31 completed and received by the commission no later than the 5th day of May the year after the year being audited. 32 33 34 ARTICLE 7 35 36 OFFICERS 37 Section 7.1 Designation. The principal officers of the Commission shall be a Chairperson, a Vice Chairperson, 38 a Secretary and/or a Treasurer. The Commission shall select such officers from its members. Such other officers and 39 assistant officers as may be deemed necessary by action of the Commission may be elected or appointed by the 40 Commission. 41 42 Section 7.2 Terms of Office. Except as otherwise provided in this Section, officers shall serve two-year 43 terms. Each officer shall hold office for a term of one (1) year, commencing on the day of his or her election, 44 or until his or her successor shall have been duly elected and shall have qualified, or until his or her death 45 or resignation or until he or she shall have been removed from office in the manner hereinafter provided. 46 Commissioners may serve no more than two consecutive terms as an officer, excluding any partial term 47 when a member is appointed to f ulfill an unexpired term. A year is defined as concurrent with the 48 Commission’s annual meeting schedule – i.e., June annual meeting to June annual meeting. If the election 49 of such officers shall not be held at such meeting, such election shall be held as soon thereafter as it may be convenient. 50 7 Door County Tourism Zone Commission Bylaws 06/18/2026 After serving two consecutive two-year terms, Commission members are eligible for reelection as an 1 officer after a one-year absence from the executive committee. Each officer shall serve until the expiration 2 of his or her term and until a successor is chosen. Officers shall be elected by and from the members of the 3 Commission. The Immediate Past Chairperson shall serve a one-year term on the executive committee after 4 serving his or her term as Chairperson, except if the Chairperson is not reappointed to the Commission the 5 year following their chairmanship. The vice-chair automatically succeeds to the office of Chairperson 6 regardless of whether they have served a previous two -year term in another position . The treasurer and 7 secretary shall be elected on odd years and the vice-chair and chair shall be elected on even years . The 8 Chairperson, Vice Chairperson, Secretary and/or Treasurer (the “Elected Officers”) shall be elected by the 9 commissioners at the June meeting of the Commission or at such other time as determined by the 10 Commission. Should an officer not be reappointed during the second year of their term, a replacement will 11 be selected by majority vote of the Full Commission. 12 13 Section 7.3 Removal. All officers who engage in the Door County lodging industry must remain in good 14 standing with the Tourism Zone for the duration of their term. Additionally, all officers must maintain good 15 attendance throughout their term in order to remain in their position. Although the Commission is unable 16 to “enforce” participation, it is essential that we ensure we are able to reach quorums in order to maintain 17 functionality. Any officer or agent elected or appointed by the Commission may be removed by the Commission 18 whenever, in its judgment, the Commission’s best interests will be served thereby. 19 20 Section 7.4 Vacancies. A vacancy in any principal office because of death, resignation, removal, disqualification 21 or otherwise, shall be filled by the Commission for the unexpired portion of the term. 22 23 Section 7.5 Chairperson. The Chairperson shall be the Commission’s principal executive officer and, subject to 24 the control of the Commission, shall, in general, supervise all of the business and affairs of the Commission. The 25 Chairperson shall, when present, preside at all meetings of the Commission. The Chairperson shall have the 26 authority, either alone, with another officer or through his designee, to sign, execute and acknowledge, on behalf 27 of the Commission, all deeds, mortgages, bonds, contracts and other documents or instruments which are necessary 28 or proper in the regular course of the Commission’s business or which may be authorized by the Commission, 29 except in cases where the signing and execution thereof shall be expressly delegated by the Commission or by the 30 Bylaws to some other officer or agent of the Commission, or shall be required by law to be otherwise signed or 31 executed. The Chairperson shall in general perform all duties incidental to the office of the Chairperson and such 32 other duties as may be prescribed by the Commission from time to time. The Chairperson shall be an ex-33 officio member of all of the Commission’s committees. In the absence of actual knowledge by third parties 34 to the contrary, the execution of an instrument of the Commission by the Chairperson shall be conclusive 35 evidence, as to such third parties, of his or her authority to execute the instrument on behalf of the Tourism 36 Zone. 37 38 Section 7.6 Vice-Chairperson. In the absence of the Chairperson, or in the event of the Chairperson’s death or 39 inability or refusal to act as directed by the Commission, the Vice-Chairperson shall perform duties of the 40 Chairperson; and when so acting, shall have all the powers of and be subject to all the restrictions upon the 41 Chairperson. The Vice-Chairperson may sign, with the Secretary, bonds or notes of the Commission and shall 42 perform all other duties as from time to time may be assigned by the Chairperson and/or the Commission. In the 43 absence of actual knowledge by third parties to the contrary, the execution of any instrument of the Commission 44 by the Vice-Chairperson shall be conclusive evidence, as to such third parties, of his or her authority to act in the 45 stead of the Chairperson. 46 47 Section 7.7 Secretary. The Secretary shall: 48 (a) Keep or appoint someone to keep the minutes of the meetings of the Commission in one or more books 49 provided for that purpose. 50 51 8 Door County Tourism Zone Commission Bylaws 06/18/2026 (b) See that all notices are duly given in accordance with the provisions of these Bylaws or as required by law. 1 2 3 (c) Act as the custodian or designate an individual to act as custodian of the Commission’s records and see that 4 books, reports, statements, certificates and all other documents and records required by law are properly 5 kept and filed. 6 7 (d) Keep a register of the post office address of each Commissioner and each officer, which shall be furnished to 8 the Secretary by each such person. 9 10 (e) Sign with the Chairperson and/or Vice-Chairperson, all bonds, notes, agreements, deeds, instruments, 11 certificates and other documents of the Commission which shall have been authorized by resolution of 12 the Commission. 13 14 (f) In general, perform all duties incidental to the office of the Secretary and such other duties as from time to 15 time may be assigned to him or her by the Chairperson and/or the Commission. 16 17 Section 7.8 Treasurer. The Treasurer, or his or her designee, shall: 18 (a) Have charge and custody of and be responsible for all of the Commission’s funds and securities. 19 (b) Receive and give receipts for money due and payable to the Commission from any source whatsoever, and 20 deposit all funds of the Commission in such banks, trust companies or other depositories as shall be selected 21 in accordance with the provisions of these Bylaws. 22 (c) In general perform all of the duties incidental to the office of the Treasurer and such other duties as from time 23 to time may be assigned to him or her by the Chairperson and/or the Commission. 24 25 Section 7.9 Bonds Required. As required by the Door County Tourism Zone Commission Agreement and the 26 Commission, the Officers and Administrative employees shall give a bond for the faithful discharge of their 27 duties in such sum and with such surety or sureties as the Commission shall determine. 28 29 Section 7.10 Assistant Secretaries and Assistant Treasurers. The Commission may authorize one or more 30 Assistant Secretaries and/or Assistant Treasurers from time to time. Any such Assistant Secretary may sign with 31 the Chairperson, or Vice-Chairperson, debt securities of the Tourism Zone, the issuance of which shall have 32 been authorized by a resolution of the Commission. The Assistant Secretaries and/or Treasurers, as 33 required by the Door County Tourism Zone Commission Agreement and the Commission, shall give 34 bonds for the faithful discharge of their duties in such sums and with such sureties as the Commission 35 shall determine. The Assistant Secretaries and Assistant Treasurers, in general, shall perform such 36 duties as shall be assigned to them by the Secretary or the Treasurer, respectively, or by the Chairperson 37 or the Commission. 38 39 Section 7.11 Other Personnel. The Commission may, from time to time, appoint, hire and employ such 40 other personnel as it shall deem necessary to exercise and carry out the powers, Duties and functions 41 of the Commission. The qualifications, duties and numbers of such personnel shall be consistent with 42 the policies determined by the Commission. 43 44 Section 7.12 Salaries. Officers shall receive no salaries for their services, but they shall be entitled to reimbursement 45 for their actual and necessary expenses incurred in the performance of their duties. Reimbursement for mileage 46 shall be at the then current Standard Mileage Rate for Business established by the Internal Revenue Service. 47 48 Article 8 49 50 9 Door County Tourism Zone Commission Bylaws 06/18/2026 Executive Committee 1 2 Section 8.1 Designation. The executive committee shall consist of all Commission officers and two 3 members from the Commission at-large. The Commission shall select such officers from its members. 4 5 Section 8.2 Terms of Office. Except as otherwise provided in this Section, members of the executive 6 committee shall serve two-year terms. Commissioners may serve no more than two consecutive terms on 7 the executive committee, excluding any partial term when a member is appointed to fulfill an unexpired 8 term. A year is defined as concurrent with the Commission’s annual meeting schedule – i.e., June annual 9 meeting to June annual meeting. If the election of such executive committee members shall not be held at 10 such meeting, such election shall be held as soon thereafter as it may be convenient. After serving two 11 consecutive two-year terms, Commission members are eligible for reelection to the executive committee 12 after a one-year absence from the committee. Each committee member shall serve until the expiration of 13 his or her term and until a successor is chosen. The members of the executive committee shall be elected 14 by and from the members of the Commission. The treasurer, secretary and two at-large positions shall be 15 elected on odd years and the vice-chair and chair positions will be elected on even years . Should an 16 executive committee member not be reappointed during the second year of their term, a replacement will 17 be selected by majority vote of the Full Commission. 18 19 Section 8.3 Removal. All executive committee members who engage in the Door County lodging industry 20 must remain in good standing with the Tourism Zone for the duration of their term. Additionally, all 21 executive committee members must maintain good attendance throughout their term in order to remain on 22 the committee. Although the Commission is unable to “enforce” participation, it is essential that we ensure 23 we are able to reach quorums in order to maintain functionality. Any committee member elected or appointed 24 by the Commission may be removed by the Commission whenever, in its judgment, the Commission’s best 25 interests will be served thereby. 26 27 Section 8.4 Vacancies. A vacancy in any principal office because of death, resignation, removal, disqualification 28 or otherwise, shall be filled by the Commission for the unexpired portion of the term. If no eligible Commission 29 member volunteers to serve on the Executive Committee for a position, a Commission member who has 30 previously served on the executive committee for two terms and has not completed the one year absence 31 can be elected to an officer or at-large executive committee position. 32 33 Section 8.5 Executive committee members shall receive no salaries for their services, but they shall be entitled to 34 reimbursement for their actual and necessary expenses incurred in the performance of their duties. 35 Reimbursement for mileage shall be at the then current Standard Mileage Rate for Business established 36 by the Internal Revenue Service. 37 38 ARTICLE 98 39 40 CONTRACTS AND FINANCIAL TRANSACTIONS 41 42 Section 98.1 Contracts. The Commission may authorize any officer or officers and/or employees, to enter into any 43 contract, or to execute and deliver any instrument in the name of and on behalf of the Commission, and such 44 authorization may be general or confined to specific instances. The Chairperson shall have the authority to enter 45 into any contract or to deliver any instrument in the name and on behalf of the Commission with respect to any 46 approved budgetary item or as may be granted by the Commission for other specific items from time to time. 47 48 Section 98.2 Deposits. All funds collected or otherwise received by the Commission not otherwise employed shall 49 be deposited from time to time to the credit and under the name of the Commission in such banks, trust companies, 50 10 Door County Tourism Zone Commission Bylaws 06/18/2026 or other depositories as may be selected by or under the authority of the Commission. 1 2 Section 98.3 Checks. All checks, drafts or other orders for the payment of money, notes or other evidence of 3 indebtedness issued in the name of the Commission, shall be signed by such officer or officers, agent or agents, 4 of the Commission, and in such manner as shall, from time to time, be determined by or under the authority of a 5 resolution of the Commission. 6 7 Section 98.4 Loans. No loans shall be contracted on behalf of the Commission and no evidence of indebtedness 8 shall be issued in its name unless authorized by or under the authority of a resolution of the Commission. Such 9 authorization may be general or confined to specific instances. 10 11 Section 98.5 Financial Regulations. The Commission shall have the power and authority to enact such rules and 12 regulations, consistent with the provisions of applicable Wisconsin Statutes, as it may deem necessary concerning 13 the issue, transfer, registration and verification of the Commission’s financial transactions. 14 15 ARTICLE 109 16 17 INDEMNIFICATION 18 19 Section 109.1 Mandatory Indemnification. 20 (a) Successful on the Merits. The Commission shall indemnify a commissioner, officer or employee of the 21 Commission to the extent he or she has been successful on the merits or otherwise in the defense of a 22 proceeding, for all reasonable expenses incurred in the proceeding, if the commissioner or officer was a 23 party because he or she is or was at the time of the events upon which the proceeding was based, a 24 commissioner or officer of the Commission. A commissioner or officer shall exercise his or her right to 25 indemnification under this Section 9.1 by delivering a written demand for indemnification to the 26 Commission’s Treasurer or the Chairperson if the party seeking indemnification is the Treasurer. 27 28 (b) Good Faith. In all cases not included in Section 9.1(a), the Tourism Zone shall indemnify a commissioner 29 or officer against liability incurred by the commissioner or officer in a proceeding to which the 30 commissioner or officer was a party because he or she is or was, at the time of the events upon which 31 the proceeding was based, a commissioner or officer of the Commission; provided that there is a 32 determination that the commissioner or officer acted in good faith and in a manner he or she reasonably 33 believed to be in or not opposed to the best interests of the Commission, and provided that such act or 34 omission by the commissioner does not constitute a violation of criminal law, unless a commissioner or 35 officer had reasonable cause to believe that his or her conduct was lawful or had no reasonable cause to 36 believe his or her conduct was unlawful. Whether or not a commissioner shall be entitled to 37 indemnification under this Section 9.1(b) shall be determined in accordance with the procedures 38 established in Section 9.2. 39 40 (c) No Presumption. The termination of a proceeding by judgment, order, settlement or conviction, or upon a plea 41 of no contest or an equivalent plea, does not, by itself, create a presumption that indemnification of the 42 commissioner or officer is not required under this subsection. 43 44 Section 109.2 Determination of Right to Indemnification. A commissioner or officer seeking indemnification 45 under Article 9 shall first make a written request to the Commission’s Treasurer or the Commission’s Chairperson if 46 the person seeking indemnification is the Treasurer, for such indemnification. Determination of whether 47 indemnification is required shall be made by one of the following means: 48 49 (a) By a majority vote of a quorum of the Commission consisting of commissioners who are not at the time 50 11 Door County Tourism Zone Commission Bylaws 06/18/2026 parties to the same or related proceedings with respect to which the indemnification claim has been made. 1 If such quorum of disinterested commissioners cannot be obtained, by a majority vote of a committee 2 duly appointed by the Commission and consisting solely of three (3) or more commissioners who are not 3 at the time parties to the same or related proceedings. Commissioners who are parties to the same or related 4 proceedings may participate in the designation of members of the committee. 5 6 (b) By independent legal counsel selected by a majority vote of a quorum of the Commission or its committee 7 consisting of commissioners who are not at the time parties to the same or related proceedings; or, if such 8 a quorum cannot be obtained, by a majority vote of the full Commission, including commissioners who 9 are parties to the same or related proceedings. 10 11 (c) By a panel of three (3) arbitrators consisting of one (1) arbitrator selected by those commissioners entitled 12 under subsection (b) above to select independent legal counsel, one (1) arbitrator selected by the commissioner 13 or officer seeking indemnification, and one (1) arbitrator selected by the other two (2) arbitrators. 14 15 (d) By a court of competent jurisdiction upon application by the commissioner or officer for an initial 16 determination of entitlement to indemnification or for review by the court of an adverse determination. 17 Indemnification shall be ordered if the court determines that the commissioner or officer is entitled to 18 indemnification under Section 9.1 or that the commissioner or officer is fairly and reasonably entitled to 19 indemnification by order of the court, in addition to indemnification against all other expenses and liability, 20 the commissioner or officer shall be reimbursed for expenses reasonably incurred in pursuing his or her 21 request for indemnification. 22 23 (e) The commissioner or officer of the Commission seeking indemnification shall designate in his or her 24 request for indemnification the method of making the indemnification determination. 25 26 Section 10.3 Advance of Expenses as Incurred. The Commission may, upon written request by the 27 commissioner or officer, pay for or reimburse the reasonable expenses incurred by a commissioner or officer who 28 is a party to the proceedings, as those expenses are incurred, if the commissioner or officer furnishes the Commission 29 with a written affirmation. 30 31 Section 10.4 Insurance. The Commission shall purchase or provide insurance on behalf of its commissioners and 32 officers, or to reimburse itself, against liability asserted or incurred and expenses incurred by the commissioner or 33 officer in connection with a proceeding brought against the commissioner or officer in his or her capacity as 34 commissioner or officer or arising from his or her status as a commissioner or officer, regardless of whether the 35 Commission is required or authorized to indemnify the individual against the same liability pursuant to the 36 provisions hereof. 37 38 Section 10.5 Severability. To the extent any court of competent jurisdiction shall determine that the indemnification 39 provided under this Article 9 shall be invalid as applied to a particular claim, issue or matter, the provisions hereof 40 shall be deemed amended to allow and require indemnification to the maximum extent permitted by law. 41 42 ARTICLE 110 43 44 RATIFICATION AND AMENDMENTS 45 46 Section 110.1 Ratification. Ratification of these Bylaws and any proposed alterations, amendments or deletions to 47 the provisions thereto shall be by two-thirds (2/3) assenting vote of all member municipalities. 48 49 Section 110.2 Action on Proposed Modifications. The Commission or any member municipality may, from 50 time to time, propose amendments, alterations or revocation of any and all provisions of these Bylaws. These 51 12 Door County Tourism Zone Commission Bylaws 06/18/2026 proposed modifications to the Bylaws shall be presented to the Bylaws Committee for review and 1 recommendation. The Bylaws Committee shall review said proposed modifications and present them to the 2 commission at its next regular or special meeting, as an agenda item, with a recommendation and request for action. 3 In no case will the Bylaws Committee have less than thirty (30) days to review any proposed modifications. The 4 Commission shall debate the modifications and the recommendation and upon a two-thirds (2/3) assenting vote 5 authorize the Commission to proceed to the member municipalities for ratification. Under no circumstance shall 6 any action be taken by the Commission or the Municipalities until the Bylaws Committee has had time to review 7 the proposed modifications and make its recommendation and the Commission has cast an assenting vote to 8 proceed. 9 10 Section 110.3 Implied Amendments. Any action taken or authorized by the Commission, which would be 11 inconsistent with the Bylaws then in effect but which is taken or authorized by affirmative vote of not less than the 12 number of commissioners required to amend the Bylaws so that the Bylaws would be consistent with such action, 13 shall be given the same effect as though the Bylaws had been temporarily amended or suspended as far, but only as 14 far, as is necessary to permit the specific action so taken or authorized. 15 13 DOOR COUNTY TOURISM ZONE COMMISSION COMMISSION BYLAWS The Door County Tourism Zone Commission Bylaws dated this 18th day of June, 2026 are hereby APPROVED  REJECTED  By the Board of the Village/Town of By President/Chairperson Attested by Secretary/Clerk Date 9/29/2026 Page 1 of 15 Village of Ephraim Emergency Response Plan The Emergency Response Plan is not an exhaustive document but is intended to provide a framework based on current guidance. 9/29/2026 Page 2 of 15 TABLE OF CONTENTS Contact Information Emergency Telephone Listing Emergency Response Committee Alerting List Plan Overview Purpose Situation and Assumptions Responsibilities During an Emergency Concept of Operations Organization Responsibilities and Tasks Village Emergency Management Director Village of Ephraim Administrator Village of Ephraim Clerk Public Information Officer Public Works Fire Services Additional Resource Management Law Enforcement Emergency Medical Services Human Services Plan Development and Maintenance Legal Basis Attachments Media List Sample Disaster Declaration 9/29/2026 Page 3 of 15 EMERGENCY TELEPHONE LISTINGS Door County Sheriff's Office 911 (Emergency/ 920-746-2400 Ephraim Fire Chief 911 (Emergency) Liberty Grove Sister Bay Fire Department 911 (Emergency) /920-854-4021 (non-emergency) Gibraltar Fire Department 911 (Emergency) /920-421-3456 (non-emergency) County and Regional Services Door County Emergency Government 920-746-7195 Door County Emergency Services 920-743-5461 WI Emergency Management East Central Office 920-929-3730 DNR - Emergency Government Duty Officer 800-943-0003 Door County Highway Department- Commissioner 920-746-2500 Medical Facilities Sturgeon Bay Aurora Health Clinic - Walk-in 920-746-7200 Bellin Health Clinic - Walk-in 920-743-0255 Door County Memorial Hospital 920-743-3367 Support Agencies Door County Human Services 920-746-7155 Door County Health Department Hotline 920-746-2588 American Red Cross 920-468-8535 Salvation Army 920-746-2300 Telecom Frontier 800-921-8101 Spectrum 833-267-6094 Utilities Wisconsin Public Service - Electric 800-450-7240 Hazardous Spills ChemTrec 800-424-9300 National Response Center (call regarding spills) 800-424-8802 Wisconsin DNR 920-746-2870 Media Contact List Local Radio Stations WDOR 93.9 - 920-743-4411 Door County Daily News - 920-746-9430 Rewind 97.7 - 920-743-0977 WLGE 106.9 ‘The Lodge’ - 920-854-3400 Local Publications Let’s Go Door County - 920- 471-3983 Peninsula Pulse - 920-839-2121 9/29/2026 Page 4 of 15 EMERGENCY RESPONSE COMMITTEE ALERT LIST Village Emergency Management Director Ken Nelson, Village President Contact Information to be added later. Emergency Response Committee (Elected Officials: Trustees listed in order of seniority) Tim Nelson Contact Information to be added later. Matt Meacham Contact Information to be added later. Carly Mulliken Contact Information to be added later. Rick Hoyerman Contact Information to be added later. Director, Door County Emergency Management Joseph “Jeb” Saelens jsaelens@co.door.wi.gov Office: 920-746-7195 Cell: 920-495-2535 9/29/2026 Page 5 of 15 VILLAGE OF EPHRAIM EMERGENCY RESPONSE PLAN A. PURPOSE: This municipal plan has been developed to provide procedures for the Village of Ephraim government departments to respond to various types of emergencies or disasters that affect the community. This plan outlines procedures to be used by the county government, as the Village of Ephraim is part of the County Emergency Management Program. This municipal plan is to be used in conjunction with the Door County Emergency Response Plan. The municipal plan will be maintained in accordance with current standards of the Door County Emergency Response Plan and in accordance with the local municipal government. Review of this municipal plan shall be accomplished concurrently with the County plan. B. SITUATION AND ASSUMPTIONS Several types of hazards threaten life, property, or the environment in Door County. These hazards are outlined in the Door County Hazard Mitigation Plan. A copy of this is located at the Door County Emergency Management Office at 916 N 14th Ave, Sturgeon Bay WI Village officials have primary responsibility for emergencies that take place within the Village. Not all tasks listed herein are the responsibility of the Village, but are referenced to demonstrate the varying levels of support available to the Village, should the Village exhaust all local resources. Village officers act in support of the response and coordinate resources as needed. Village officials must be represented at a location, the Command Post, where they are accessible for coordination of information and for decisions that relate to the overall response. C. RESPONSIBILITIES DURING AN EMERGENCY 1. Village: The State of Wisconsin is a home rule state subject to statute §66.0101 and specifically Chapter 61 relating to Villages; therefore, the Village of Ephraim has the responsibility to manage any emergencies within their limits to the best of its abilities before engaging with the County and State for support. Under its home rule powers, the Village Board has general authority to “act for the government and good order of the village, for its commercial benefit and for the health, safety, welfare and convenience of the public” per Wis. Stat. § 61.34(1). The Village is responsible for opening and maintaining all Village public roads. They will act in coordination with the State and County. The Village is also responsible for all Public Buildings, in addition to the Public Beach, Firehouse Marina, public properties along Eagle Harbor, Harborside Park, and Anderson Dock.  The Emergency Response Committee consists of the elected Village Board of Trustees listed on page 4. 2. Property Owners: All parcel owners are responsible for maintaining their private property. 3. Businesses: All businesses are responsible for their private property. D. CONCEPT AND ESCALATION OF RESPONSE Village officials have primary responsibility for disasters that take place in the Village. They will activate the appropriate Village departments and emergency response agencies (County, State, and Federal) , as necessary, to address the disaster. Actions that the Village and County should consider if this Village Emergency Response Plan is activated are as follows: 1. Village Departments assess the nature and scope of the emergency or disaster. 2. If the situation can be handled locally, procedures within this plan shall be executed, as appropriate. 9/29/2026 Page 6 of 15 a. The Village President, as the Village Emergency Management Director, assists w ith the coordination of all emergency response actions. b. A Village Emergency Operations Center shall be established at the Administrative Building at 10005 Norway Street as long as there is power and the ability to restrict access. If power is not able to be established through the use of a generator at the Administrative Building, then the Maintenance Garage at 10285 Town Line Drive shall be utilized as an alternate Village Command Post. c. The Village Emergency Management Director declares a Local State of Emergency and notifies and forwards the declaration to the Door County Emergency Management Director. d. Village Emergency response officials/ Departments respond according to the checklists outlined under ‘Responsibilities and Tasks’, pages 7 through 11. 3. If Village resources become exhausted or if special resources are required, the Village Emergency Management Director shall request County assistance through the C ounty Director of Emergency Management. 4. If assistance is requested, the County Director of Emergency Management assesses the situation and makes recommendations. The County will do the following (to the extent appropriate): a. Activate the County Emergency Operations Center. b. Implement the County Emergency Response Plan. c. Respond with County resources as requested. e. Coordinate County resources with Village resources. f. Notify Wisconsin Emergency Management, Regional Director. g. Forward Uniform Damage Situation Report (UDSR) and UDSR local as appropriate. h. Assist the Village with prioritizing and allocating resources. 5. If Village and County resources are exhausted, the County Emergency Management Director can request state assistance through Wisconsin Emergency Management. 6. If state assistance is requested, the Wisconsin Emergency Management Administrator, in conjunction with the East Central Regional Director, Door County Director of Emergency Management , and the Village Emergency Management Director , can assess the disaster or emergency situation and recommend that personnel, services , and equipment be made available for response, mitigation, or recovery. 7. After completing the assessment, the Emergency Management Regional Director immediately notifies the Wisconsin Emergency Management State Emergency Operation Center (SEOC) 8. The State Emergency Operation Center will work to fufill these request. 9. If state assistance is granted, procedures will be followed as stated in the Wisconsin Emergency Operations Plan and the County Emergency Operations Plan. 9/29/2026 Page 7 of 15 E. ORGANIZATION F. RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS: The Village President, as the chief elected municipal official , is also the Village Emergency Management Director. They are responsible for coordinating the response of Village departments and coordinating the response with County officials and agencies, if County assistance is necessary. In the President's absence, the chain of command shall be followed, with any available Village Trustee acting as the Village Emergency Management Director. In the President’s absence, the chain of command shall be the Village Administrator, and then the Chair of the Community Protection Committee. 1. V illage Emergency Management Director: The Village Emergency Management Director coordinates all components of the emergency management program in the Village of Ephraim. This includes and may not be limited to hazard analysis, preparedness, mitigation, response, and recovery activities for all natural and technological disasters/emergencies. The following tasks represent a checklist of actions that should be considered:  The Emergency Management Director ensures that the Village Emergency Operations Center has been activated and shall report to the assigned Village Emergency Operations Center as the emergency warrants.  Update the County Emergency Management Director regarding the situation and actions taken.  Discuss available resources, including personnel . If deficiencies do exist, take action to obtain the needed resources.  Update the Village Public Information Officer/Administrator , or appointed designee, regarding travel restrictions on local roads and recommend protective actions if necessary. Emergency Respose Director/ Village President Village Administrator Village Clerk and Deputy Clerk Sheriff's Office Door County Emergency Management Fire Chief Assistant Fire Chief Command Staff: Captain Line Personnel Maintenance Manager Maintenane Staff Wastewater Staff Village Trustees 9/29/2026 Page 8 of 15  Engage with Village Departments regarding the response to the situation.  The Emergency Management Director , with input from Village Department Heads and the County Emergency Management Directors, will conduct damage assessment activities in the Village of Ephraim. The following tasks represent a checklist of actions that should be considered in an emergency or disaster situation.  R ecord initial information from first responders such as law enforcement, public works, or fire services.  Collect information from appropriate Village Department Heads in the field to gather a damage assessment team, which may also include the Village of Ephraim Emergency Response Committee (Committee composition is located on page 4):  Within the first 2 - 3 hours: Complete preliminary Uniform Disaster Situation Report (USDR). Provide damage assessment information to the C ounty Emergency Management Director to assist in the preparation of the Uniform Disaster Situation Report (USDR). 1. Number of fatalities 2. Number of critical/minor injuries. 3. Number of homes/businesses damaged/destroyed. 4. Number of public facilities , such as highways, roads, bridges, etc. , damaged. 5. Number of people who require shelters.  Within 8 hours: 1. Recount items 1 - 5 above. 2. Complete another USDR (link – template available through xx), estimating public and private damage. 3. Video and/or take photos of major damage.  Within 24 hours:  Update items 1 - 5 above.  Complete updated USDR.  Plot damage assessment information on maps in the Village Emergency Operations Center and locate damaged sites on a map, if applicable.  Ensure that all Village Department Heads have begun to keep separate and accurate records of disaster-related expenditures with documentation to be forwarded to the Village Clerk/Treasurer.  Coordinate with the Village Public Information Officer or appointed designee.  Be ready to issue a Declaration of Emergency.  Determine whether or not C ounty, State, or Federal assistance should be requested. Consult the County Emergency Management Director. Village and County resources must be fully 9/29/2026 Page 9 of 15 committed before State or Federal assistance would be available. If assistance is requested, the type and amount of assistance needed shall be specified. 2. Village of Ephraim Administrator  Report to the Village Emergency Operations Center when notified.  Assist in the damage assessment process by:  Providing information regarding the dollar value of property damaged as a result of the disaster.  Village Department Heads shall request permission from the Village Administrator for the acquisition of equipment and supplies needed during and following a disaster , not to exceed $5,000. 3. Village Clerk/Treasurer  Maintain records indicating Village expenses incurred due to the disaster.  Assign Village Department Heads account numbers to which emergency expenditures may be charged. 4. Public Information Officer - Communications The Village Administrator, or a designated appointee, is responsible for public information activities for the Village of Ephraim and will serve as the sole point of contact for the news media and public officials. The following tasks represent a checklist of actions that should be considered in an emergency or disaster situation.  Warn the following using the Emergency Response Committee Alert List located on page 4:  Village Elected Officials.  County Emergency Management Director.  If Village Department Heads are out of the area, they need to be notified of the emergency; refer to the staff directory distributed internally.  Ensure all Village D epartments and County and State agencies represented at the Village Emergency Operations Center can communicate with their staff. This equipment consists of, but is not limited to, cell phones, radios, portable hotspots, and laptops.  If necessary, request that Door County Emergency Management activate the Integrated Public Alert and Warning System (IPAWS) with specific emergency information within a geographical area. Maintain contact with the County Emergency Operations Center, if activated , and the Village Command Post to stay abreast of the situation.  If necessary, establish a news media briefing area and brief the media at periodic intervals.  If the situation escalates and the County Emergency Operations Center is activated, coordinate with the County Public Information Officer to prepare news releases.  If required, assist the County in establishing a Joint Public Information Center.  In conjunction with other Village Department Heads, conduct press tours of disaster areas within the Village as the situation stabilizes.  If necessary or deemed appropriate, communicate with the media outlets to share emergency 9/29/2026 Page 10 of 15 information utilizing the media contact list which is included on page 3 with the Emergency Telephone Listing, but will also be expanded into a separate document to include Green Bay Media contacts as necessary:  Update the Village website ( e.g., u tilize the ticker bar for emergencies and the news/notices module).  Physical informational postings at the Library, Administrative Building, and Post Office.  Coordinate with the Ephraim Business Council for social media postings.  Coordinate with the Ephraim Fire Department for social media postings. 5. Public Works (Maintenance Department and Wastewater Department) If necessary, the Maintenance and Wastewater Department staff, in the absence of the Department Heads, shall carry out the actions outlined in this section. The following tasks represent a checklist of actions these departments should consider in an emergency or disaster situation.  Ensure that all department personnel have been alerted and that they report as the situation directs.  The Departments report to the Village Emergency Operations Center.  Review the disaster situation with staff and report the situation to the Village Emergency Management Director.  Maintain transportation routes. Provide support to Law Enforcement agencies with traffic control and access to the affected area.  If necessary, coordinate flood-fighting activities, including sandbagging, emergency diking, and pumping operations.  Coordinate with law enforcement on travel restrictions/road closures within the Village.  Activate stationary emergency generators and lighting.  Assist with search and rescue activities as may be requested.  As necessary, establish a staging area for public works.  Report public facility damage information to the Command Post.  If the County Emergency Operations Center is activated, establish and maintain contact with the County Highway Commissioner. Contact information is located on page 3. 6. Fire Services The Ephraim Fire Department is responsible for fire service activities in the Village of Ephraim. The following tasks represent a checklist of actions this department should consider in an emergency or disaster situation.  Establish the designated staging area, Village Emergency Operations Center , as directed by on-scene personnel.  Assist Law Enforcement in warning the affected population.  Rescue injured/trapped persons.  Protect critical facilities and resources. 9/29/2026 Page 11 of 15  Designate a person to record the arrival and deployment of emergency personnel and equipment.  Assist Law Enforcement with evacuation, if needed. Other responsibilities may include:  Assist with traffic control.  Assist with debris clearance.  If the Regional Hazardous Materials Team is needed for a Level A response, obtain assistance through the Green Bay Metro Fire.  If additional assistance is necessary, utilize Mutual Aid Agreements. G. ADDITIONAL RESOURCE MANAGEMENT: County Resources: 1. Law Enforcement The Door County Sheriff's Office is responsible for law enforcement activities in the Village of Ephraim. The following tasks represent a checklist of actions this agency should consider in an emergency or disaster situation.  Ensure that all Sheriff’s Office staff have been notified and that they report as the situation directs.  Direct the designated law enforcement representative to report to the Village of Ephraim Emergency Operations Center.  Secure the affected area and perform traffic and crowd control.  Participate in warning the public as the situation warrants.  Determine the scope of the incident as to immediate casualties/destruction and whether the incident has the potential to expand and escalate.  Direct officer(s) to close off the damaged site area to stop all inbound traffic. Set up an emergency pass system.  Report the above information to the appropriate law enforcement agencies.  Establish a staging area in the Village ; designate a Command Post; and establish initial command until relieved.  If appropriate and if available, dispatch a communications vehicle to the scene of the disaster. Other responsibilities may include:  Enforce curfew restrictions in the affected area.  Coordinate the removal of vehicles blocking evacuation or other response activities.  As necessary, shelter in place, as may be appropriate for the affected area.  Assist the medical examiner with mortuary services. 9/29/2026 Page 12 of 15  Assist with search and rescue activities.  If the County Emergency Operations Center is activated, establish and maintain contact with the person representing law enforcement.  Try to anticipate your agency's needs for manpower and equipment 24- hours in advance. If additional assistance is needed, utilize mutual aid agreements with other police departments. 2. Emergency Medical Services Door County Emergency Services is responsible for emergency medical services activities in the Village of Ephraim. The following tasks represent a checklist of actions this agency should consider in an emergency or disaster situation.  Coordinate emergency medical care and transport , if necessary , for victims (hospitals and ambulances).  Ensure that the public health needs of disaster victims are met.  Assume primary operational control for health- related emergencies such as pollution, contamination, diseases, and epidemics.  Establish a triage area for victims.  Establish a staging area in the Village. 3. Human Services Based on the emergency situation, human services should be coordinated through the County Director of Emergency Management and the Director of the Department of Health and Human Services. The following tasks represent a checklist of actions that these agencies must consider in an emergency or disaster situation.  Coordinate activities of Village departments that provide human services. (Identified in County Resource Manual).  Coordinate with the County Emergency Director for the Red Cross to open and manage shelters in the Village or geographical region. i. Ensure the canteen is set up to feed emergency workers in the Village. ii. Work with the Red Cross/Salvation Army in providing food and clothing to disaster victims.  Provide emergency assistance to persons with special needs.  Provide necessary outreach services to citizens affected by an emergency or disaster.  Distribute emergency literature to disaster victims, giving instructions and assistance pertaining to their immediate needs.  Provide psychological counseling and crisis intervention to disaster victims.  If the County Emergency Operations Center is activated, establish and maintain contact with the Director of the Department of Human Services. If the County Emergency Operations Center is not activated, establish and maintain contact with the Director of Health and Human Services directly at the County Department of Health and Human Services. The services below have not been identified in the action plans, but may provide additional assistance if required. 9/29/2026 Page 13 of 15 1. Support From Private Agencies/Volunteer Groups: Door County Community Emergency Response Team (Gibraltar Fire & Rescue partnered with Door County Emergency Management) 2. Support From State and Federal Agencies: The Village of Ephraim adopted Resolution #01- 2006, designating the National Incident Management System (NIMS) as the standard for Incident Management in the Village of Ephraim . The Village Fire Chief and one (1) other appointed designee shall complete training under this program, fulfilling the requirement for federal assistance. Information and assistance in securing state or federal support may be obtained by contacting the County Emergency Management Director. Requests for National Guard assistance should be channeled through the County Emergency Management Director to the Wisconsin Emergency Management Regional Director - East Central Regional Office, to the Wisconsin Emergency Management Administrator. H. PLAN DEVELOPMENT AND MAINTENANCE: The Village of Ephraim Emergency Response Plan Development Team is composed of the Village Board, Administrative Staff, Community Protection Committee, and Village Fire Chief. These officials are responsible for developing and maintaining this plan. This Team meets on an as-needed basis or as determined by the Village President. The Team reviews incidents, changes, and new information and makes revisions to this plan annually. The following also conduct after-action reviews of all exercises and major incidents: • Village of Ephraim Board • Village of Ephraim Administrator • Village of Ephraim Fire Chief/Deputy Chief • Village of Ephraim Maintenance Manager • Village Clerk I. LEGAL BASIS The legal basis for the development of this municipal plan is stated in the following documents: FEDERAL LEGISLATION The documents listed in Parts A, B and C are located in the State EOC. a) 44 CFR Chapter 1 (Emergency Management and Assistance) Outlines the organization, power and duties of the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). Details the operation and scope of FEMA programs such as hazard mitigation, the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP), fire prevention and control, disaster assistance and preparedness (including, in Part 350, radiological emergency preparedness). b) Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act (Stafford Act) (PL 100-707) Limits the qualifying events for disaster assistance to natural catastrophes and established provisions for cost-sharing by state and local governments. c) Disaster Mitigation Action of 2000 (PL 106-390) Amends the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act to authorize a program for pre-disaster mitigation, to streamline the administration of disaster relief, to control the federal costs of disaster assistance and for other purposes. d) Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act (EPCRA) (42 USC 11001- 11050) Provides the public with information on the hazardous chemicals in their communities and established emergency planning and notification requirements to protect the public in the 9/29/2026 Page 14 of 15 event of a release of an extremely hazardous substance. e) Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act (CERCLA), 42 USC 9601- 9675 Protects the public health and environment by facilitating clean up of environmental contamination and imposing costs on parties responsible for the pollution. f) 10 CFR 50.47 Requires the establishment of state and local plans and preparedness for coping with effects of radiological emergencies as part of the nuclear power plant license. STATE LEGISLATION - State Statutes are located in the State EOC. a) EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT Chapter 323 – Describes the organization, duties and powers for state and local emergency management programs.(See Appendix 1, Chapter 323) b) DEPARTMENT OF MILITARY AFFAIRS Chapter 21 – Describes departmental duties. c) COUNTIES Chapter 59 – Describes the legal status and organization (e.g., home rule; powers of the board chairperson and vice-chair, executive, administrator and sheriff). d) VILLAGES Chapter 61 - Describes the legal status and organization (e.g., powers of the president and board; ambulance service). e) GENERAL MUNICIPAL LAW Chapter 66 – Describes the legal status and organization (e.g., exercise of home rule, law enforcement, mutual assistance, emergency powers). Chapter 175.46 – Defines and describes the authorities regarding mutual aid agreements. Chapter 213.095 – Describes the police power of a fire chief or a rescue squad. Chapter 895.483 – Grants immunity from civil liability for acts or omissions to the County Level B Hazardous Materials teams and to members of those teams. f) MUTUAL AID AGREEMENTS MABAS DIVISION 154 9/29/2026 Page 15 of 15 Village of Ephraim Disaster Declaration Whereas, a disaster namely ________________________ within the Village of Ephraim; and Whereas, because of such emergency conditions, the Village Board is unable to meet with promptness; Now Therefore Be It Resolved, pursuant to Wis. Stat. §66.325 and Wis. Stat. Ch. 323 , as Village President of the Village of Ephraim , I do hereby proclaim a state of emergency in effect for the time during which the emergency conditions exist or are likely to exi