20231006 ADM SVCS 2027 Budget Review with CB

Beth A. Leary, County Clerk 206 Court Street, Chilton, WI 53014 Office: (920) 849-1458 | Toll Free: (833) 620-2730 Fax: (920) 849-1469 Email: beth.leary@calumetcounty.gov Administrative Services Committee Agenda DATE: Tuesday, October 6, 2026 TIME: 8:30 AM PLACE: Room 025, Calumet County Courthouse Page 1. ROLL CALL 2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 3. APPROVAL OF AGENDA 4. APPROVAL OF MINUTES September 8, 2026 Meeting 4 - 7 4.1. 20260908 Administrative Services Committee - Minutes - Pdf 5. COMMUNICATIONS 6. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION 7. SUPERVISOR REPORTS 8. SPECIAL BUSINESS Page 1 of 22 8 - 11 8.1. Todd Romenesko, County Administrator, and Mike Stoegbauer, Finance Director, will present the proposed 2027 Budget to the Committee for review and discussion. The purpose of this meeting is to review 2027 departmental budgets with certain departments being called, if required, to offer additional analysis for specific line items. The 2027 Proposed Budget can be accessed at the following link: Proposed 2027 Budget The Budget Message is attached below. 20261006 - 2027 Budget Message to Admin Services 9. DEPARTMENTAL REPORTS 12 - 22 9.1. DEPARTMENT OF ADMINISTRATION  Review and approve Resolution to approve the reclassification and retitling of the Naturalist Supervisor position in the Parks Department from Salary Grade 11 to Salary Grade 9 and from Naturalist Supervisor to Natural Resources Program Manager effective January 1, 2027.  Review and approve Resolution to approve the reclassification of the GIS Specialist position in the Planning, Zoning, and Land Information Department from Salary Grade 9 to Salary Grade 10 effective January 1, 2027. RES - reclass of Natural Res. Prog. Mgr., fka Naturalist Supv Gr 11 to 9 FINAL Natural Resources Program Manager.jd frmly Naturalist Supervisor mark up RES - GIS Specialist Reclassification Final GIS Specialist.jd markups.docx 9.2. FINANCE DEPARTMENT  Review Investment and Sales Tax Summary 10. NEXT REGULAR MEETING DATE November 10, 2026, if necessary 11. CONSIDERATION OF ADDITIONAL AGENDA ITEMS FOR THE NEXT BOARD MEETING. 12. CLOSED SESSION Page 2 of 22 The Committee may go into Closed Session according to Sec. 19.85(1)(g) to confer with Legal Counsel for the governmental body who is rendering oral or written advice concerning strategy to be adopted by the body with respect to litigation in which it is or is likely to become involved; specifically to discuss the Bug Tussel, LLC project. 13. ADJOURNMENT So as not to disturb the meeting, all cell phones must be placed on vibrate, and all calls taken outside the meeting room. Any person wishing to attend who, because of a disability, requires special accommodation, should contact the County Clerk’s Office at (920) 849-1458 at least twenty four (24) hours before the scheduled meeting time so appropriate arrangements can be made. This is a public meeting. As such, all members or a majority of the members of the County Board may be in attendance. While a majority of the County Board members, or the majority of any given County Board Committee, may be present only the above committee will take official action based on the agenda. Page 3 of 22 Administrative Services Committee Meeting Minutes Tuesday, September 8, 2026 The Administrative Services Committee of Calumet County was called to order on Tuesday, September 8, 2026, at 8:30 AM, in Room 017, Calumet County Courthouse, with the following members present: 1 ROLL CALL Members present: Chair Ronald Dietrich; Supervisors Matthew Budde, Mike Hofberger, Patrick LaTour, Mary Schwalenberg and Ty Stuckmann (arrived at 8:33 AM). Member excused: Pete Stier Staff and others present: Alice Connors, County Board Chair; John Anderson, I.T. Director; Brett Bowe, Sheriff; Adam Hernke, Facilities Director; Beth Leary, County Clerk; Todd Romenesko, County Administrator; Mike Stoegbauer, Finance Director; Kimberly Tenerelli, Corporation Counsel (arrived at 8:37 AM); and Michelle Wright, Human Resources Director. 2 PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE The Pledge of Allegiance was recited. 3 APPROVAL OF AGENDA Moved by Supervisor Hofberger and seconded by Supervisor LaTour to approve the agenda as revised to include the discussion of the Phase 2 Construction moved to 9 AM when the architect can participate. 4 APPROVAL OF MINUTES Moved by Supervisor Connors and seconded by Supervisor Schwalenberg to approve the Minutes of the August 11, 2026 meeting as presented. Motion carried unanimously. 5 DEPARTMENTAL REPORTS a) DEPARTMENT OF ADMINISTRATION  Bug Tussel Update - Todd Romenesko and Kimberly Tenerelli updated the Committee on the progress of the Bug Tussel fiber optics project and the $6 Million Bond Support the county provided in December of 2021.  Hiring update - currently sourcing 5 Full-time and 5 Part-time positions. b) FINANCE DEPARTMENT  Review Investment and Sales Tax Summary - Mike Stoegbauer handed out the reports and provided an update on current investments and sales tax collections to date. General discussion followed. Page 1 of 4 AGENDA ITEM #4.1. Page 4 of 22 20260908 Investment and Sales Tax Summary c) DEPARTMENT OF ADMINISTRATION (CONTINUED):  Phase 2 - Second Floor Remodel Update and Virtual Walkthrough - Lee Anderson from Kueny Architects, LLC, walked the Committee through the suggested 2nd floor remodeling project by area. Bid release for the project will be on October 13, walkthrough will be October 22, and bid opening for the project will be November 12. 6 NEXT REGULAR MEETING DATE October 6, 2026 at 8:30 AM (Budget Review with County Board) 7 CLOSED SESSION At 9:17 AM, moved by Supervisor Schwalenberg and seconded by Supervisor Budde to go into Closed Session according to Sec. 19.85(1)(g) to confer with Legal Counsel for the governmental body who is rendering oral or written advice concerning strategy to be adopted by the body with respect to litigation in which it is or is likely to become involved; specifically a claim filed against the County for damages. Roll call vote was taken and motion carried unanimously. 8 RETURN TO OPEN SESSION At 9:23 AM, moved by LaTour and seconded by Supervisor Stuckmann to return to open session to act on item discussed in closed session. Motion carried unanimously. Moved by Supervisor Budde and seconded by Supervisor Hofberger to disallow the claim that was discussed in Closed Session. Motion carried unanimously. 9 CONSIDERATION OF ADDITIONAL AGENDA ITEMS FOR THE NEXT BOARD MEETING. 10 ADJOURNMENT Chair Dietrich adjourned the meeting at 9:23 AM. Page 2 of 4 AGENDA ITEM #4.1. Page 5 of 22 INVESTMENT & SALES TAX REPORT 31, 2026 General lnveslments Nicolet National Bank - MM Accl Nicoiet National Bank - ICS Account Local Gov lnvest Pool Associated Bank Ml\4 Acct' Bl\4O CDBG Planning Grant 8tr,lo MM Account' 8MO Ha.ris Financial Advisors' LPL Sub-Total GeneEl lnvestments Financial lnsl Rate 3 69% vs Prior Year t Rale s 880,430 95 31 059 297 60 27 211Total Counly Inveslments YTD nl 27 173,418.05 2425 A 37 957 33 733 0 20% $ 0.33% 3.690/" 0.75% 0 00% 1 00% _9______lq?J!tll $ 29.876.083.00 2.830 3.63% US Fed Overn ARPA lnvestments LocalGov lnvest Pool Sub-Total ARPA lnvestments 147,766 88 4,255,558.06 16.918,400.17 530,7 57 .4A 100.00 3E4,959.78 4 926,875 68 2026 Actual lnt 2026 Average Balance 2025 Actual lnt Balance S Sales Tax Collections'" rrtl 2020 383.376 242'1 371.928 443.824 2423 2024 2025 2026i_l 561,740 548.761576,347 557 251 2,817,459 4.376.839 3.527.764 5 607.456 3,937,774 3,888,233 6.006.672 5.955.304 4.216,126 4,472.790 6.457.445 6.943.556 ' Collateflzed inveslment " Represenls a cash basis collection Note: Current year sales tax poeclion uses a monthly lr€ighted average over all displayed yeals ended 1 88% 8,000.000 7.000.000 6.000.000 5,000 000 4,000,000 3,000.000 2,000.000 1,000.000 .August tJan-Aug-. . Jen - Dec 3,150.605 5.mr.793 MINUTES ITEM #b) Page 3 of 4 AGENDA ITEM #4.1. Page 6 of 22 CALUMET COUNTY HISTORICAL SALES TAX SUMTIARY August 3l , 2026 Sales Tax Fund Balance s9.000,000 98,000,000 97,000,000 56,0@,000 55,000,@0 s4.000,000 53,000,000 52,000.000 sr,000,000 s, 58,r63,661 /t 58'o3s'reo /, 5t.056.2N 96,21r 619 s5,897.029 s1,157,474 a s2,t39,O57 91.762.587 e 1,169,076 2017 2018 2019 2020 202t 2022 2021 2024 2025 m26 2021 Year Beq. Bal. Revenue Expenses Net Collection End. Bal. 2026 $ 8,035.190 $ 3,768 864 $ 8163,661 $ 7,056.210 $ 6.494.918 $ 5,515 S38 $ 978,980 8,035,190 $ 6,213.639 S 6.200,520 s 5,357 949 $ a42,571 5 7 ,056,210 s 5.897.029 S 5.947,985 S 5 631 375 $ 316,610 s 6.213,639 2022 $ 3,357.414 S 5.643,664 S 3,104,109 $ 2,s39,555 s 5 897,029 2021 S 2,739,057 s 3 357 474 s 1 .762.687 s 3.357,243 $ 976,370 $ 2 739 057 2019 $ 1,169,076 $ 3 397,876 $ 593,611 $ 1 762,687 2014 $ $ 1446,533 s 1,169,076 $ I 169 076 I I s 5.035,872 l$ 4.417.455 | s 618417 2020 $ 3,897,335 s 128,470 2025 20A 2023 $ 4,333,613 $ 3,991,487 T--------231560e Net Collections 2016 5r,169,0?6 205 997E,9A) 2019 s593,511 7074 sa42,57r zo2, 53r66t0 7020 s976,370 2021 56r8,4r7 2072 s2,539,5s5 MINUTES ITEM #b) Page 4 of 4 AGENDA ITEM #4.1. Page 7 of 22 1 Department of Administration To: The Honorable Calumet County Board of Supervisors From: Todd M. Romenesko, County Administrator Date: October 2, 2026 RE: Proposed 2027 Calumet County Budget I am pleased to present the proposed draft 2027 Calumet County Budget for your review and consideration. Developing the annual budget requires thoughtful consideration of the many needs and priorities that serve our county and its residents. From public safety and health and human services to infrastructure and community development, each area plays an important role in maintaining the services our community depends on. While the needs and requests across departments are important, available resources require us to make careful decisions about where funding will have the greatest impact. As your Administrator, it is my responsibility to analyze the requests, consider long-term sustainability, and recommend a balanced budget that reflects both the board’s strategic goals and our community’s needs. This recommendation was built after reviewing department submissions, aligning requests from departments with available revenues , statutory obligations, and board -adopted priorities. Each request was carefully evaluated for urgency, impact and feasibility. In recommending this budget, some departments received less than requested, not because they are not important, but because we needed to weigh them against other pressing obligations. These tradeoffs are always difficult, but they are part of our responsibility to ensure long-term fiscal health. I would like to give a special thank you to our Finance Director, Mike Stoegbauer. Mike continues to be an invaluable resource, providing insight and guidance while understanding the unique needs of each department. I would also like to sincerely thank Matt Payette and John Anderson for their continued support and for going above and beyond their regular duties to help ensure a smooth and successful budget process. Their dedication and teamwork are greatly appreciated. I also want to recognize our Department Heads and their staff for the time, effort, and expertise they contributed throughout the budget process. Their teamwork and commitment helped shape a responsible budget while continuing to support the important services our community relies on. Their leadership and dedication are truly appreciated. Todd M. Romenesko, County Administrator 206 Court Street, Chilton, WI 53014 Office: (920) 849-1448 Toll Free: (833) 620-2730 Fax: (920) 849-1620 Email: county.admin@calumetcounty.org AGENDA ITEM #8.1. Todd Romenesko, County Administrator, and Mike Stoegbauer, Finance Direc... Page 8 of 22 2 BUDGET PROCESS The budget process is more than assigning dollar amounts to services; it is an important planning tool. It reflects our commitment to responsibly managing financial and operational resources while maintaining quality services for the residents, visitors, and businesses of Calumet County. To develop the Administrator’s Proposed 2027 Budget, we met with Department Heads to review their requests. Departments also met with their respective committees to provide an opportunity for input. The proposed budget will be presented to the Administrative Services Committee on Tuesday, October 6th. County Board Chair Alice Connors has invited all County Board Members to attend. The final step in the budget review process is the public hearing, scheduled for 9:00 a.m. on Monday, November 2nd. During the hearing, the public will have an opportunity to address the County Board regarding the proposed budget. Following the public hearing, the County Board will consider and adopt the final County Budget for 2027. FINANCIAL CONSIDERATIONS The following information was considered while developing the overall County budget. These financial considerations are important to know at the beginning of the budget process, as they identify the dollars available to continue operations and/or services to our residents. The overall growth of the County and the previous years’ fiscal responsibility of the County Board provides for a good financial position looking forward to 2027. • Calumet County’s 2026 net new construction was 2.23% compared to 2.53% in 2025. • Total levy limit adjustments allow for a combined levy increase of $156,083; due to net new construction of $457,148 and reduced by lower requests for town bridge aid. • Total estimated 2026 Shared Revenues $1,679,024 for a $22,542 increase over 2026, or a 1.4% increase. • Calumet County’s 2026 Equalized Value, excluding Tax Incremental Districts (TIDs), totaled $8,790,013,400, compared to $7,932,128,400 in 2025, representing an 11% increase. • Total Unassigned General Fund Balance Available as of December 31, 2025, is $ 9,004,299 compared to $10,276,832 for the prior year. • Calumet County’s July 2026 unemployment rate of 2.8%. BUDGET FACTS Personnel Maintaining comprehensive benefits and competitive compensation remains crucial for attracting talent and retaining the current workforce; therefore, I recommend a minimum 2% wage increase for Calumet County employees. This recommendation is based on a review of national and regional salary survey results. The results of the WorldatWork 2026-2027 Salary Budget Survey reported that salary budget increases are projected at 3.6% for 2027. The results of the Upper Midwest Salary Planning Survey reported an average projected 2027 payroll budget increase of 3.4% for public sector employers. In 2026 our contract with Group Health Trust (GHT) for our health insurance plan continued and will remain in place for 2027. I am happy to report that Calumet County will only incur a 2% premium rate increase in 2027 for health insurance, and no rate increase for dental insurance benefits. In addition to our comprehensive benefits, the general employer/employee contribution rate for WI Retirement will increase from 7.2% to 7.25% in 2027. AGENDA ITEM #8.1. Todd Romenesko, County Administrator, and Mike Stoegbauer, Finance Direc... Page 9 of 22 3 The Upper Midwest Salary Planning Survey also reported that the top three issues related to total rewards facing organizations include competitive wage structure/package, long-term sustainability of insurance costs, and attracting new talent in today’s economy. In 2026 Calumet County’s unemployment rate continues to be one of the lowest in the state at 2.8% just above the lowest county at 2.5%. Further emphasizing our need to remain competitive with our compensation and benefits to attract and retain talent. Health Insurance Premiums Our health insurance plan performance continues to be favorable. The impact of which allows for only a 2% health insurance premium increase for 2027. Health insurance accounts for over $7.5 million of our county budget. The county continues to offer employees the opportunity to pay a reduced premium of 11.4% by participating in the county’s wellness program. Continuing into 2027, both the employee and spouse will be required to meet the wellness criteria for the family coverage premium reduction in 2027. Our health insurance benefits remain strong and competitive. Annual Health Savings Account (HSA) Contribution Limitation The IRS released an inflation adjustment for 2027 HSA contribution limitations. The maximum HSA contributions for High-Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) participants increases from $4,400 to $4,500 for individuals with single coverage and $8,750 to $9,000 for family coverage. This creates the opportunity for employees to enjoy the tax benefits of contributing more funds to their HSA account. County contributions account for approximately $500,000 High-Deductible Health Plan Requirements (HDHP) The IRS released an inflation adjustment to HDHPs as well. For the calendar year 2027, an HDHP is defined as a health plan with an annual deductible that is not less than $1,750 for single coverage and $3,500 for family coverage; and the annual amount of out-of-pocket expenses do not exceed $8,700 for single coverage or $17,400 for family coverage. The employee deductibles will remain the same for 2027. Single coverage deductible is $2,000 and family coverage deductible is $4,000. Full-time Equivalents (FTEs) Several departments requested additional staff in varying forms from permanent full-time to moderate increases in full- time equivalents. As always, being charged with the task of prioritizing these requests is challenging. Therefore, some position requests are not included in the proposed 2027 budget. The 2027 budget proposes 3.00 FTE in new positions across Health and Human Services (HHS) and Highway. The HHS positions are fully funded, resulting in no impact on the levy. Concurrently, 6.0 FTE in vacant HHS positions are being eliminated, generating substantial cost savings. After factoring in all additions and eliminations, the net budget impact is a decrease of approximately $763,000. • 6.0 FTE decrease in the Department of Health and Human Services • 2.00 FTE increase in the Department of Health and Human Services o Two are fully funded with no levy impact • 1.00 FTE increase in Highway o Partially funded Capital Improvement Projects: This budget includes several items in capital improvements that are recommended to be completed in 2027. Total capital improvements proposed in the 2027 budget are $8,937,573, which includes general fund budget expenditures of $873,000. Some of the proposed equipment purchases and capital improvement projects included in the general fund budget: • Highway Motorgrader for $535,000 • County Park equipment replacements of zero turn mower, UTV and pickup truck for $75,500 • Sheriff’s Office vehicle replacements for $232,000 AGENDA ITEM #8.1. Todd Romenesko, County Administrator, and Mike Stoegbauer, Finance Direc... Page 10 of 22 4 Tax Levy: The total proposed tax levy increase is $156,083 or .6%, with $457,148 from meeting the State imposed levy limit. Additional items adjusted for outside of this limit contribute $301,065 in a reduction of the overall tax levy. These items include the following: • Libraries • Town Bridge Aids • Other statutory special charges Sales Tax: The proposed 2027 budget includes $5,733,023 in sales tax expenditures with an anticipated sales revenue collection of $7,022,000. Current sales tax balance exceeds $8,000,000 in available funds. A few highlighted projects on how sales tax would be applied as follows: • Additional $1 million for second phase of the second-floor courthouse renovations • Parks improvements, including Adventure Leaning Playground at Ledgeview, engineering design for dredging and permits at Stockbridge Harbor, Becker Lake boat ramp replacement and other various projects • Maintenance, replacement of the roof on the 1976 addition and expansion of the south parking lot • Sheriff’s Office - $747,000 including thirty portable radios for sworn officers, radio tower in Harrison, tower upgrade in Chilton and court security equipment • County Road projects ARPA Funding: Of the County’s $9,729,201 in American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds, 42 projects have been completed. The sole remaining project is the Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software implementation, which is underway and has limited remaining expenditures anticipated through the end of 2026. The final $40,000 in obligated ARPA funding has been allocated to program administration in 2026. All County ARPA funds will be expended by December 31, 2026, as required by law. Fund Balances Applied: The County Board has established a minimum threshold for the County’s General Fund Balance at 15% of the total audited expenditures of the County’s Governmental Funds, less Debt Service and Capital Projects Fund expenditures. As of December 31, 2025, the County’s general fund balance exceeded our minimum fund balance by $1,875,411. We expect the County’s general fund will end 2026 at a similar level. The County’s proposed 2027 budget applies $3,441,560 of general fund balance. This is approximately $520,000 over last year. By applying fund balance, Calumet County can maintain its financial strength and flexibility by maximizing its revenue under existing tax levy limitations, while providing tax relief in subsequent budget years. 2027 BUDGET CONCLUSION This budget continues our commitment to responsible tax levy management, maintaining the County’s financial stability, and supporting collaboration and innovation in public services. I look forward to continued discussion and working with the County Board toward adoption of the 2027 Budget. Please feel free to contact me with any questions or to discuss the proposed 2027 Calumet County Budget further. AGENDA ITEM #8.1. Todd Romenesko, County Administrator, and Mike Stoegbauer, Finance Direc... Page 11 of 22 RESOLUTION 2026 - xx RESOLUTION TO APPROVE THE RECLASSIFICATION AND RETITLING OF THE NATURALIST SUPERVISOR POSITION IN THE PARKS DEPARTMENT FROM SALARY GRADE 11 TO SALARY GRADE 9 AND FROM NATURALIST SUPERVISOR TO NATURAL RESOURCES PROGRAM MANAGER EFFECTIVE JANUARY 1, 2027 To the Honorable Chair and Board of Supervisors of Calumet County, Wisconsin: WHEREAS, The position currently is a Naturalist Supervisor position at salary grade 11 in the 2026 Compensation; and WHEREAS, because of a resignation, the position is being vacated and consistent with our business practices prior to initiating the recruitment process for a replacement, the Parks Director has reviewed the job functions of the position; and WHEREAS, the Parks Director made significant changes to the essential functions of the position to better fit the department’s current needs; and WHERAS, The new job title is Natural Resources Program Manager; and WHEREAS, the Natural Resources Program Manager position is responsible for the effective management of County nature programs such as planning, organizing, directing and assisting the work of nature center staff and volunteer guides; developing and implementing environmental education programs within the Park system; and instructing County residents and Park visitors in learning conservation practices; and WHEREAS, the job description for the Natural Resources Program Manager is attached and made part hereof; and WHEREAS, the Natural Resources Program Manager position was evaluated using the point- factor job evaluation system which resulted in a recommended placement of salary grade 9; and WHEREAS, the position has been approved by the Administrative Services Committee at a salary grade 9 on the Calumet County Compensation Plan. The 2026 wage ranges for salary grades 11 and 9 are as follows: Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Step 4 Step 5 Step 6 Step 7 Step 8 Step 9 Step 10 Step 11 36.70$ 37.75$ 38.80$ 39.84$ 40.89$ 41.94$ 42.99$ 44.04$ 45.08$ 46.13$ 47.19$ 71,565.00$ 73,612.50$ 75,660.00$ 77,688.00$ 79,735.50$ 81,783.00$ 83,830.50$ 85,878.00$ 87,906.00$ 89,953.50$ 92,020.50$ Grade 11 Non-Exempt Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Step 4 Step 5 Step 6 Step 7 Step 8 Step 9 Step 10 Step 11 31.49$ 32.39$ 33.29$ 34.18$ 35.08$ 35.99$ 36.89$ 37.79$ 38.68$ 39.59$ 40.48$ 65,499.20$ 67,371.20$ 69,243.20$ 71,094.40$ 72,966.40$ 74,859.20$ 76,731.20$ 78,603.20$ 80,454.40$ 82,347.20$ 84,198.40$ Grade 9 Non-Exempt AGENDA ITEM #9.1. DEPARTMENT OF ADMINISTRATION Review and approve Resolution to approve th... Page 12 of 22 WHEREAS, the anticipated 2027 fiscal impact will be a savings of $20,926.10. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Calumet County Board of Supervisors herein assembled authorizes the reclassification of the Natural Resources Program Manager position to salary grade 9 on the Calumet County Compensation Plan effective on January 1, 2027. Dated this 2nd day of November 2026. INTRODUCED BY THE ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES COMMITTEE ______________________________________ Ronald Dietrich, Chair ______________________________________ Pete Steir ______________________________________ Matthew Budde ______________________________________ Ty Stuckmann ______________________________________ Patrick LaTour ______________________________________ Mike Hofberger ______________________________________ Mary Schwalenberg COUNTERSIGNED BY ______________________________________ Alice Connors, County Board Chair AGENDA ITEM #9.1. DEPARTMENT OF ADMINISTRATION Review and approve Resolution to approve th... Page 13 of 22 Calumet County Job Description Job Title: Naturalist Supervisor Natural Resource Program Manager Salary Level: Grade 10Grade 9 FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Department: Parks Reports To: Parks Director Prepared By: Adam Backus, Parks Director Prepared Date: June 7, 2023September 12, 2026 Approved By:Michelle L. Wright, Human Resources Director and Todd Romenesko, County Administrator Approved Date:October 11, 2023October 1, 2026 Summary: Under general supervision of Parks Director is responsible for County nature programs and centers. Supervises and provides daily work direction to nature center staff. Develops and implements environmental education programs within the Park system. Instructs County residents and Park visitors in learning conservation practices. Performs related duties as required. Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned. Plans, organizes, directs and assists the work of nature center staff and volunteer nature guides, including but is not limited to: assigning tours and daily tasks while monitoring the quality and quantity of work, making adjustments as needed. Directly responsible for the effective management of County nature programs and centers; and ensuring nature programs and centers operate as directed by management and in accordance with policy and procedure. Assists the Parks Director in preparing the annual operating budget pertaining to the Park system's nature programs and center. Assists Provides input to the Parks Director in updating a five yearfive-year plan for the Park system's nature programs. and centers. Responsible for effectively recommending hiring, firing and disciplining of Nature Center personnel to the Parks Director. Reports to the Park Commission in person or in writing monthly on attendance and, programming., budget review, equipment and manpower needs. Assists Parks Director in Ccoordinatinges maintenance and supervises planting, landscaping, and other improvements at the County Parks with the approval of the Park Director. AGENDA ITEM #9.1. DEPARTMENT OF ADMINISTRATION Review and approve Resolution to approve th... Page 14 of 22 Assists staff to ensure accurate recording and accounting of all monies and inventories within the Park system's nature centers and programs; ensures proper cash handling and confirming total receipts in the cash drawer and makes daily deposits. May prepare and distribute brochures and other educational material to promote the facilities and activities at the Park system's nature centers; may do this in coordination with the Parks Office/Program BusinessBusinessManager and Naturalist Assistants. Develops and conducts training programs for employees and volunteers; coordinates their work as it pertains to the Park system's nature centers and programs. Visits area schools to aid students in the preparation for nature study and environmental sciences within the school. Establishes and maintains a technical laboratory for indoor and outdoor use by visitors. Conducts nature tours, learning activities, and workshops to inform visitors of the many aspects of the environment and the theories of conservation and preservation. Serves as a source of technical information in the field of natural resources. Assists in caring for nature center live animal displays, feeding, cleaning and assisting in general nature center maintenance. Assists Parks Director in other areas as necessary. It is unlikely an employee will perform all the duties listed on a regular basis, nor is the list exhaustive in the sense it covers all the duties an employee may be required to perform. The examples are merely indicative, not restrictive. Supervisory Responsibilities Directly supervises employees in the County Parks/at the Nature Center and oversees the work of volunteers in accordance with the County's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include assisting with interviewing and hiring; training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and coaching employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems. Provides information to Parks Director on issues concerning employee work performance by reporting outstanding performance, misconduct, or disciplinary matters. With the assistance of the Parks Director addresses issues concerning employee work performance, misconduct and other disciplinary matters. Coordinates with Parks Office/Program Business Manager as needed. Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Education and/or Experience Bachelor’s Degree in Natural Science, Environmental Interpretation or Education with specialization in Natural Sciences or related field; two to three years of experience in the field of natural resources, environmental education or a related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Prior leadership or supervisory experience is a plus. Valid Wisconsin driver’s license required. Language Skills Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Public speaking skills AGENDA ITEM #9.1. DEPARTMENT OF ADMINISTRATION Review and approve Resolution to approve th... Page 15 of 22 required. Ability to effectively present information one-on-one and in small or large group situations to persons of various age groups representing diverse backgrounds including visitors, children, employees of the County; and the general public. Mathematical Skills Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Reasoning Ability Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations. Ability to carry out special and general assignments requiring organization of material and development of procedures without direct supervision. Computer Skills To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of word processing software and internet. Ability to manage and update County’s website. Ability to learn business accounting software. Certificates, Licenses, Registrations Wisconsin Commercial Pesticide Applicators License CPR and First Aid certification or the ability to obtain Other Skills and Abilities Good knowledge of the principles of ecology, wildlife, forestry, and speleology. Ability to work variable days and hours to meet programming requirements. Desire and ability to perform physical work associated with the implementation of nature study programs and routine maintenance of facilities. Ability to use tact and diplomacy in establishing and maintaining effective relationships with the public of various age groups, volunteers, and other County employees. Ability to exercise judgment and discretion in the application and interpretation of departmental policies and safety regulations. Ability to provide effective leadership and plan and direct the work of others. Ability to initiate and install procedures and to evaluate their effectiveness. Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear; stand and walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to sit and smell. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. AGENDA ITEM #9.1. DEPARTMENT OF ADMINISTRATION Review and approve Resolution to approve th... Page 16 of 22 Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to wet, muddy, and/or humid conditions, small spaces, a variety of temperatures, and outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. AGENDA ITEM #9.1. DEPARTMENT OF ADMINISTRATION Review and approve Resolution to approve th... Page 17 of 22 RESOLUTION 2026 - xx RESOLUTION TO APPROVE THE RECLASSIFICATION OF THE GIS SPECIALIST POSITION IN THE PLANNING, ZONING AND LAND INFORMATION DEPARTMENT FROM SALARY GRADE 9 TO SALARY GRADE 10 EFFECTIVE JANUARY 1, 2027 To the Honorable Chair and Board of Supervisors of Calumet County, Wisconsin: WHEREAS, the GIS Specialist position was created and added to the Table of Organization and Compensation Structure in 2021 with a salary grade 9 placement; and WHEREAS, the position has grown past original expectations and now has a high level of autonomy, requiring a significant amount of independent decision making to function primarily focused on parcel fabric database management, the county drone program, and administration of our online mapping environment; and WHEREAS, the purpose of the GIS Specialist is to function as a countywide technical resource responsible for developing, maintaining, and supporting geospatial data, parcel mapping systems, GIS applications, and land information products used by County departments, municipalities, partner agencies, and the public. The position performs advanced GIS analysis, manages the County's parcel fabric database, develops custom mapping solutions, supports enterprise GIS systems, and administers the County's drone program; and WHEREAS, the job description for the GIS Specialist is attached and made part hereof; and WHEREAS, the GIS Specialist position was evaluated using the point-factor job evaluation system which resulted in a recommended placement of salary grade 10; and WHEREAS, the position has been approved by the Administrative Services Committee at a salary grade 10 on the Calumet County Compensation Plan. The 2026 wage ranges for salary grades 9 and 10 are as follows: WHEREAS, the anticipated 2027 fiscal impact will be $5,519. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Calumet County Board of Supervisors herein assembled authorizes the reclassification of the GIS Specialist position to salary grade 10 on the Calumet County Compensation Plan effective on January 1, 2027. Dated this 2nd day of November 2026. AGENDA ITEM #9.1. DEPARTMENT OF ADMINISTRATION Review and approve Resolution to approve th... Page 18 of 22 INTRODUCED BY THE ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES COMMITTEE ______________________________________ Ronald Dietrich, Chair ______________________________________ Pete Steir ______________________________________ Matthew Budde ______________________________________ Ty Stuckmann ______________________________________ Patrick LaTour ______________________________________ Mike Hofberger ______________________________________ Mary Schwalenberg COUNTERSIGNED BY ______________________________________ Alice Connors, County Board Chair AGENDA ITEM #9.1. DEPARTMENT OF ADMINISTRATION Review and approve Resolution to approve th... Page 19 of 22 Calumet County Job Description Job Title: GIS Specialist Salary Level: Grade 109 FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Department: Planning, Zoning and Land Information Reports To: GIS AdministratorLand Information Manager Prepared By: Chris Meuer, Director of Planning, Zoning and Land Information Prepared Date:October 12August 4, 20263 Approved By: Michelle L. Wright, Human Resource Director Approved Date: October 11, 2023 October 1, 2026 Summary Performs Under the direct supervision of the GIS AdministratorLand Information Manager, this position is responsible for the maintenance of the County-wide Geographic Information System program and management of the County drone program, parcel fabric, and online mapping environment. . Performs related duties as required. Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned. Create customized mapping products utilizing cartographic skills to portray data in an understandable format for consumption by internal and external stakeholders. Complete GIS digital data requests from internal and external stakeholders. Maintain the county’s parcel fabric enterprise geodatabase. Maintain relevant GIS related scripts and help update as needed to ensure proper and complete processing. Coordinate with other departments and local municipalities to develop applications of mutual interest such as GIS data layers, web-based applications and mobile solutions. Maintain and update existing databases using GIS software to reflect current conditions. Assist in growth of GIS online environment including ArcGIS Online and Portal. Maintain and oversee the use of the department drone and related software. Maintain advanced knowledge of the ESRI Software and ArcGIS Online suites and industry best practices. Participate in the statewide GIS and Land Records community through attendance and participation in state and local user groups and statewide associations. Participates in on-going training and education in GIS area. AGENDA ITEM #9.1. DEPARTMENT OF ADMINISTRATION Review and approve Resolution to approve th... Page 20 of 22 It is unlikely an employee will perform all the duties listed on a regular basis, nor is the list exhaustive in the sense it covers all the duties an employee may be required to perform; the examples are merely indicative, not restrictive. Supervisory Responsibilities This job has no supervisory responsibilities. Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Education and/or Experience Bachelor's degree (B.S.) from four-year college or university in GIS, Geography, Urban/Regional Planning or related area; two to three years of GIS experience or planning experience that illustrates a high proficiency in GIS disciplines; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Language Skills Ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical data and information, professional journals, financial reports, and legal documents. Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community. Ability to effectively present information to top management, public groups, and/or boards of directors. Ability to effectively explain complex, technical programs in simple, easy-to- understand terminology. Mathematical Skills Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations. Ability to classify, compute, tabulate and categorize data. Reasoning Ability Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations. Ability to quickly analyze, troubleshoot, and successfully resolve problems and issues within the Land Records program. Ability to utilize a variety of advisory and design data and information such as land records, maps, statistical data, and computer documentation. Computer Skills To perform this job successfully, an individual needs to have a current working knowledge of the Microsoft Windows Environment, Microsoft Office 365 Suite, networking concepts, database management, current web technologies, scripting languages and concepts, and other related computer information systems. Knowledge of current GIS software, including but not limited to, ArcGIS Pro, ArcMap 10.8 , ArcGIS Enterprise including ArcGIS Portal, ArcGIS Server, ArcGIS DataStore, and ArcGIS WebAdaptor, ArcGIS OnlineOnline GIS Software (specifically, applications like Survey123, ArcGIS Experience Builder, Dashboards, StoryMaps, QuickCapture, Drone2Map/ArcGIS Reality, Instant Apps, ArcGIS Hub, and ArcGIS Field Maps) and working knowledge of SQL AGENDA ITEM #9.1. DEPARTMENT OF ADMINISTRATION Review and approve Resolution to approve th... Page 21 of 22 Server and RDBMS concepts, Python, Arcade, , Autodesk Map or Civil3D, general understanding of GPS units and technologies, commercial drones, and large format plotters and scanners. Certificates, Licenses, Registrations GISP certification preferred. Remote Pilot Certificate Part 107 required within one year of hire. Other Skills and Abilities Good knowledge and understanding of the principles and accepted practices of GIS; Land Records; geography, surveying; County mapping and the ability to read and interpret complex legal descriptions. Good knowledge of, and the ability to coordinate and evaluate the activities of the mapping program. Ability to maintain records and reports. Ability to work independently with minimal supervision. Ability to monitor accuracy and quality of data and set standards for new system data. Knowledge and skills related to 'graphic imagery'. Other Qualifications None. Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and talk or hear. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 to 40 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move over 40 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision and ability to adjust focus. Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet. AGENDA ITEM #9.1. DEPARTMENT OF ADMINISTRATION Review and approve Resolution to approve th... Page 22 of 22