20260915 CB Agenda Packet

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 County Board Agenda DATE: Tuesday, September 15, 2026 5:00 PM - Emergency Operations Center, Sheriff's Office "County Board Dinner and Emergency Management Presentation on the March blizzard, April floods and July 27 tornado - how these events relate to Emergency Management." 6:00 PM - County Board Room, 019, Courthouse Agenda below. TO THE MEMBERS OF THE CALUMET COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS: The County Board of Supervisors of Calumet County, Wisconsin, will meet pursuant to Section 59 of the Wisconsin Statutes in an adjourned session to transact any and all business as may properly come before said meeting. You, as a member, are requested to be present. Page 1. ROLL CALL 2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 3. APPROVAL OF AGENDA 4. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 4 - 6 4.1. County Board - 18 Aug 2026 - Minutes - Pdf 5. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION Our goal is to provide every participant a fair and respectful opportunity to be heard while allowing the County Board to conduct its meeting safely and orderly. Page 1 of 22 We will follow the guidelines below for all speakers with new and additional points. The Board Chair is allowing up to 30 minutes for Public Participation. 1. Timing: The County Board meeting will begin at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday, September 15, in the County Board Room, located on the lower level of the courthouse. Use the west entrance (labeled A4) to enter the building at 5:45 p.m. 2. Public comment: Individuals wishing to speak need to sign-in. 3. Three-minute limit: Each speaker will have up to three minutes to speak. 4. One Opportunity: To help ensure that everyone has a fair opportunity to be heard, we ask that speakers focus on new information, perspectives, or points that have not already been addressed, rather than repeating comments made by others. 5. Address the Board: Comments should be directed to the County Board through the Chairperson. 6. No disruptions: Please be respectful of other speakers. 7. Room capacity: Fire-code occupancy and safety requirements will be observed. The County Board Room has a capacity of 55 people. Overflow rooms with live streaming of the meeting will be available. Please note: The public comment period is a time for Board members to listen to opinions and comments from the public. County Board members will not engage in conversation, comment, or respond during the public comment period. 6. COMMUNICATIONS 7 - 11 6.1. Kenosha County Resolution urging the State of Wisconsin to provide sustainable, flexible funding for local Public Health Departments. Kenosha Co. Res. 38 Requesting the State of WI to provide flexible funding to Local Public Health Depts. 12 - 15 6.2. Kenosha County Resolution urging the WI legislature to amend Wis Stat. §961.55 to expand the definition of "Forfeiture Expenses" to include Drug Treatment, Diversion, Prevention, and Law Enforcement program costs. Kenosha Co. Res. 39 Requesting an amendment to Wis. St. Statute &#167;961.55 16 - 19 6.3. Kenosha County Resolution relating to Consumer Lending Reform and Predatory Lending Protections. Kenosha Co. Res. 40 Relating to Lending Reform and Predatory Lending Protections Page 2 of 22 7. SPECIAL BUSINESS 7.1. Chad Scheinoha will recognize APWA Highway Roadeo staff. 7.2. Todd Romenesko, County Administrator, will present "County Board Finances/Budget Training." 8. SUPERVISOR REPORTS Supervisors' Reports of Meetings and Seminars attended. 9. COUNTY ADMINISTRATORS REPORT 20 - 22 9.1. 20260915 County Administrators Report 10. NEXT REGULAR MEETING DATE October 6, 2026 at 8:30 AM (Budget Review Meeting with Administrative Services Committee.) 11. CONSIDERATION OF ADDITIONAL AGENDA ITEMS FOR THE NEXT BOARD MEETING 12. ADJOURNMENT So as not to disturb the meeting, all cell phones should be placed on vibrate, and all calls should be taken outside the meeting room. Any person wishing to attend who, because of a disability, requires special accommodations, should contact the County Clerk at 920-849-1458 at least 24 hours before the scheduled meeting time so appropriate arrangements can be made. Page 3 of 22 County Board Meeting Minutes Tuesday, August 18, 2026 The County Board of Calumet County was called to order on Tuesday, August 18, 2026 at 6:00 PM by Chair Connors. 1 ROLL CALL Supervisors present: Chair Alice Connors; Supervisors Samuel Breeden, Matthew Budde, Andy Cleveland, Ronald Dietrich, David Elliott, Mike Hofberger, Nick Kesler, Brian Kolb, Patrick Latour, Buzz Laughrin, James Lowey, Anne Machesky (arrived at 6:10 PM), Paul McCann, Joseph Mueller, Mary Schwalenberg, Pete Stier, Ty Stuckmann, Kathleen Thunes, Rick Voight and Jake Wayne. Staff and others present: Todd Romenesko, County Administrator; Kimberly Tenerelli, Corporation Counsel; Joanne Metzen, Director of Special Education; Adam Backus, Parks Director; Brett Bowe, Sheriff; Jason Pausma, Economic Development Director; Matt Payette, Director of Operations; Tony Reali, County Conservationist; Chad Sheinoa, Highway Commissioner; Jim Messer, Desktop Support Specialist; Josh Medina, Network Technician; Eugene Prentice, citizen; and Beth Leary, County Clerk. 2 PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE The Pledge of Allegiance was recited. 3 APPROVAL OF AGENDA Moved by Supervisor Elliott and seconded by Supervisor Dietrich to approve the agenda as presented. Motion carried unanimously. 4 APPROVAL OF MINUTES Moved by Supervisor LaTour and seconded by Supervisor McCann to approve the Minutes of the June 16, 2026 meeting as presented. Motion carried unanimously. 5 PUBLIC PARTICIPATION Eugene Prentice addressed the Board regarding Flock cameras. 6 SPECIAL BUSINESS Joanne Metzen, Director of Special Education, presented information on the Calumet County Special Education Program. General discussion followed. The presentation is in the file and made a part of the record. 7 RESOLUTIONS 7a. RESOLUTION 2026-11 Page 1 of 3 AGENDA ITEM #4.1. Page 4 of 22 RESOLUTION AMENDING THE 2026 BUDGET FOR THE UNITED STATES ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY COALITION ASSESSMENT GRANT Moved by Supervisor Dietrich and seconded by Supervisor Elliott to adopt Resolution 2026-11 as presented. Motion carried unanimously. 7b. RESOLUTION 2026–12 RESOLUTION AMENDING THE 2026 BUDGET FOR THE REPAIR OF THE REVERSE OSMOSIS SYSTEM AT CALUMET COUNTY PARK Moved by Supervisor Stier and seconded by Supervisor Schwalenberg to adopt Resolution 2026-12 as presented. Motion carried unanimously. 7c. RESOLUTION 2026-13 RESOLUTION APPROVING CHANGES TO THE RURAL FUNCTIONAL CLASSIFICATION SYSTEM IN CALUMET COUNTY Moved by Supervisor Stier and seconded by Supervisor Mueller to adopt Resolution 2026-13 as presented. Motion carried unanimously. 7d. RESOLUTION 2026-14 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING CLEAN BOATS CLEAN WATERS APPLICATION FOR CALUMET COUNTY Moved by Supervisor McCann and seconded by Supervisor Mueller to adopt Resolution 2026-14 as presented. Motion carried unanimously. 8 SUPERVISOR REPORTS Supervisors reported on meetings and seminars recently attended. 9 COUNTY ADMINISTRATORS REPORT & APPOINTMENTS 9a. Monthly Report - provided with the agenda packet. 9b. Appointment to Fox Valley Workforce Development Board. Moved by Supervisor Dietrich and seconded by Supervisor Elliott to affirm the County Administrator's recommendation for the appointment of Sara Cardinal to fill the vacancy on the Fox Valley Workforce Development Board. The term will expire 6/30/29. Motion carried unanimously. 10 NEXT REGULAR MEETING DATE Moved by Supervisor Schwalenberg and seconded by Supervisor Elliott to approve the September 15, 2026 meeting starting at 5 PM in the Emergency Operations Center and continuing at 6 PM in the County Board Room. Motion carried unanimously. 11 CONSIDERATION OF ADDITIONAL AGENDA ITEMS FOR THE NEXT BOARD MEETING None 12 ADJOURNMENT Page 2 of 3 AGENDA ITEM #4.1. Page 5 of 22 Chair Connors adjourned the meeting at 6:42 PM. State of Wisconsin) Calumet County) I, Beth A. Leary, do hereby certify that the foregoing is a true and correct record of proceedings of the County Board Meeting. /s/ Beth A. Leary, Calumet County Clerk Page 3 of 3 AGENDA ITEM #4.1. Page 6 of 22 ' RESoLUTIoN No.S Presented to County Bsard nate I -l&-30,t9 Action hy County Board Action by County Executive Fnpproved K -h-mtr tr Vetoed --X Vetoed in part tr Effectlve without signature County Executive Veto action by Gounty Board Vote to fl Sustained ---___-.-Vote to C nOopted as presented tl Adopted as amended -]L-3et fl Referred to By B fl Defeated -*-tl Withdrawn County Board Chairman Presented to County Executiue -B--lB-eo*b a Slsk AGENDA ITEM #6.1. Kenosha County Resolution urging the State of Wisconsin to provide susta...Page 7 of 22 L 2 3 4 5 a \L %nr- KENOSHA COUNTY wrscoNS!ll KENOSHA COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS RESOLUTTON No. 38 - 6 7 WHEREAS, Wisconsin counties, through their local health departments, are required under wisconsin statutes Chapter 251 g and Wisconsin Administrative Code Chapter DHS 140 to provide a broad range of essential public health services that 9 protect the health and safety of residents; and 10 11 t2 wHEREAS, local public health departments serve as the front line for disease prevention, communicable disease control' emergency preparedness, environmental health, maternal and child health, chronic disease prevention, health education' and other critical public health functions; and wHEREA5, the responsibilities and expectations placed upon local public health departments have expanded significantly due to emerging public health threats, workforce shortages, population growth, and increasing cornmunity health needs; and WHEREAS, despite these increasing responsibilities, state funding for local public health services has not kept pace with inflation or the actual cost of delivering these mandated services, resulting in an increasing reliance on county property tax levy and limited grant funding; and wHEREAS, much of the existing state funding is distributed through categorical, competitive, or short-term grants that often restrict local flexibllity, create funding uncertainty, and hinder long-term planning and workforce retention; and wHEREAS, counties have limited revenue options available under wisconsin law, and when state funding fails to keep pace with mandated public health responsibilities, the cost of providing these essential services is increasingly shifted to local propertY taxpayers; and wHEREAS, counties continue to bear a dlsproportionate share of the financlal responsibility for providing state-mandated public health services, placing additional pressure on local taxpayers while limiting counties' ability to address other local priorities; and 16 17 18 19 20 13 74 15 24 25 26 2t 27 23 Subject: A RESOLUTION URGING T}TE STATE OF WISCONSIN TO PROVIDE SUSTAINABLE' FLEXIBLE FT.INDING FOR LOCAL PUBLIC HEALTH DEPARTMENTS Resubmitted n2nd Correction ECorrected trOriginal E Date ResubmittedDate Submitted Submitted by: Supervisor Erin Decker LegalNote Aftached: EFiscal Note Attached: E A;D*,* Prepared by: Supervisor Erin Decker SiorTitle rc AGENDA ITEM #6.1. Kenosha County Resolution urging the State of Wisconsin to provide susta... Page 8 of 22 2t 28 29 30 31 WHEREAS, investments in public health improve health outcomes, reduce long-term healthcare costs, strengthen emergency preparedness, and provide measurable economic benefits by preventing disease, reducing hospitalizations, and promoting healthier communities; and WHEREAS, ensuring stable and sustainable funding for local public health departments is a shared responsibility between the State of Wisconsin and local governments and is essential to maintaining an effective statewide public health system. NOW, THEREFORE, BE lT RESOLVED, that the Kenosha County Board of Supervisors urges the State of Wisconsin to recognize public health as a core governmental responsibility by providing increased, sustainable, and flexible General Purpose Revenue (GPR) funding for local public health departments. BE lT FURTHER RESOIVED, that the Kenosha County Board supports a state funding model that: Approved by: LEGISLATIVE COMMITTEE ONE BOX MUST ALWAYS BE CHECKED AYE NAY ABSTAIN EXCUSED LINEXCUSED tr u ItlSSL"Y, JOHN, Chair 32 33 34 35 1. lncreases General Purpose Revenue support for local public health departments; 2. lncludes automatic adjustments for inflation to ensure funding keeps pace with increasing service costs; 3. Provides counties with sufficient flexibility to address local public health priorities and emerging health threats; 4. Reduces reliance on short-term, restricted, and competitive grant funding; and 5. Lessens the dependence on local property tax levy to fund state-mandated public health services. 41 BE lT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Kenosha County Board respectfully requests that the Wisconsin Legislature, the 42 Governor, and the Wisconsin Department of Health Services work collaboratively with Wisconsin counties to develop a 43 long-term funding strategy that supports a strong, resilient, and locally responsive public health system. 36 37 38 39 40 48 49 50 51 52 44 45 46 47 53 57 54 55 56 58 59 60 61 62 63 64 *2o*Zo^ P r X- { U/.-_ n DICIKt:tl, ERIN, V NA. JI] u D n tr n n n <',,... 67 68 69 10 7t 72 73 74 75 KI (' Dtr TAI{ DAVE D BE lT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a copy of this resolution shall be forwarded to Kenosha County's Wisconsin legislative delegation, Governor Tony Evers, all Wisconsin counties, and the Wisconsin Counties Association. tJ ! ! AGENDA ITEM #6.1. Kenosha County Resolution urging the State of Wisconsin to provide susta... Page 9 of 22 I 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 l0 II 12 I3 I,l t5 t6 t7 l8 Resolution No. 32-26 RESOLUTION REQUESTING THE WISCONSIN COUNTIES ASSOCIATION PROVIDE EQUAL AND EQUITABLE VOTING TO ALL COUNTIES ON WCA STEERING COMMITTEES TO THE POLK COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORST WHEREAS, Wisconsin Counties Association (WCA) has several steering committees to bring potential policy changes forward to thelr annual meeting, and; WHEREAS, WCA Currently allows multiple members from any one county on any or all of these committees, and; WHEREAS, Each county having multiple members on these committees have individual voting right rather that one voter per county; NOW, THEREFORE, BE lT RESOLVED, the Polk County Board of Supervisors request that WCA change these rules so that each county represented on steering committees has one voter per county, thus giving each county equal representation on said steering committees. BE lT FURTHER RESOLVED, upon passage, the County Clerk will distribute copies of this adopted resolution to all Wisconsin Counties, and to the Wisconsin Counties Association. AGENDA ITEM #6.1. Kenosha County Resolution urging the State of Wisconsin to provide susta... Page 10 of 22 Resolution No. 32-26 RESOLUTION REQUESTING THE WISCONSIN COUNTIES ASSOCIATION PROVIDE EQUAL AND EQUITABLE VOT!NG TO ALL COUNTIES ON WCA STEERING COMMITTEES VOTE BY ROLL CALL RTSOLUTION SPON Board Members Aye Nay Excu. OIson Route Bethke Garvey Gilbertson Jarchow Kelly Hall 0'Connell Moris Luke Du ncanson Arcand Karpenski Bonneprise ,.,..,:, ., COMMITTEE REVIEW & RECOMMENDATION BOARD ACIION Vote Required Motion to Approve 1st g15sn Adopted Defeated 2nd Bonneprise Yes No: Excu: X Approved by unanimous voice vote D Approved by majority voice vote E Defeated by lack of majority voice vote Certification: The above is a true and conect copy of a resolution that was adopted on the 18th day of Auoust , 2026by the Polk County Board of Supervisors. Fiscal & Leeal lmoact(s): No Fiscal Impact. No Legal Impact. Signed: Russell Arcand, County Board Chair firrr,'le a'"1 )/*tufu Supervisor: Supervisor: Supervisor: Administrator: Emil Norby, Administrator Resolution Staff/Department Request: Committee 1: X Recommended n Not Recommended n Neutral Committee 2: r , Signature of Committee Chair: Notes from Committee: Unanimous. W. Wortham. General Government Division Director RE COMPLETED SY: nsel X H. Loso, Attest: Shabana Lundeen, Polk County Clerk AGENDA ITEM #6.1. Kenosha County Resolution urging the State of Wisconsin to provide susta... Page 11 of 22 RESOLUTION ruo 3ti Dare b -l8 -1036 Action by County Executi*re ,F npproved X - J1_- Zd-A Action by County Board n Adopted as presented ---_$ noopted as amended E!&.@- tr Beferred to tr Defeated tr Withdrawn County Board Ghairman Presented to County tr Uetoed n Effective without signature ev &4k, t-.- County Executlve tr 0verridden Uote E Sustained to ExecUti I -lE &b Vote to- By .a:i :::::::::::= Glerk Veto action by Gounty Board a AGENDA ITEM #6.2. Kenosha County Resolution urging the WI legislature to amend Wis Stat. §...Page 12 of 22 1 2 3 4 5 KENOSHA COUNTY wl5Ci:\';lN (,\'trtttt' ')d,'lnt( tt t or l-)i Y i.s i r ttr ) 5r 6 7 WHEREAS, Wisconsin Statute 5961.55 authorizes law enforcement agencies to retain up to fiftY percent S (50%) of proceeds from drug-related forfeitures to pay "forfeiture expenses,r'which are currently limited 9 to expenses directly associated with the seizure, custody, forfeiture proceedings, investigation, 10 prosecution, and sale of forfeited property; and 11 WHEREAS, the remaining proceeds from drug-related forfeitures are deposited into the Wisconsin lZ Common School Fund pursuant to Article X, Section 2 of the Wisconsin Constitution; and KENOSHA COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS RESOLUTION NO. 31 Subrnitted by: Supen'isors John Morrissey and Erin Decker Prepared by: Supervisor Erin Decker 'rrr,r'". frr)*O'^x'* WHEREAS, Kenosha County continues to invest significant local resources in addressing the growing challenges posed by illegaldrug trafficking, opioid addiction, fentanyloverdoses, impaired driving, and substance use disorders through coordinated law enforcement, treatment, diversion, and recovery initiatives; and WHEREAS, Kenosha County supports evidence-based treatment and diversion programs, including treatment court services, probation supervision, behavioral health services, case management, and Substance abuse treatment programs that improve public safety, reduce recidivism, and provide offenders with opportunities for long-term recovery; and 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 Subiect: A RESOLUTION URGING TI{E WISCONSTN LEGISLATURE TO AMEND wIS. STAT. S 961.55 TO EXPAND THE DEFINITION OF "FORFEITURE EXPENSES" TO INCLUDE DRUG TREATMENT, DIVERSION, PRE\'ENTION, AND LAW ENFORCEMENT PROGRAM COSTS Resubmitted E2nd Correction EConected DOriginal tr Date submitred: 6130/2026 Date Resubmitted: LegalNote Anached: EFiscal Note Attached: D i 1 I I AGENDA ITEM #6.2. Kenosha County Resolution urging the WI legislature to amend Wis Stat. §... Page 13 of 22 2L 11 24 WHEREAS, the County also incurs substantialcosts for specialized law enforcement training and equipment necessary to investigate and prosecute druS related crimes, including 0ru8 RecoSnition Expert {DRE) training, undercover surveillance equipment, electronic tracking technology, and other investigative tools; and WHEREAS, these treatment, diversion, prevention, and enforcement efforts are essential components of the criminal justice continuum and are directly related to the investigation, Prosecution, adjudication, and successful resolution of drug-related offenses; and WHEREAS, the current statutory definition of ''forfeiture expenses, does not reflect the full scope of county expenditures associated with combating illegal drug activity and responding to its impacts on public safety and public health; and wHEREAS, expanding the definition of "forfeiture expenses'r within the existing fifty percent (50%) limitation established under Wis. Stat. 5 961.55 would allow counties to reinvest a portion of drug forfeiture proceeds into programs directly retated to drug enforcement and recovery while preserving a *rixt++*ial the 50% allocation to the Common School Fund consistent with the Wisconsin Constitution and applicable Wisconsin Supreme Court precedent; and WHEREAS, allowinB counties to reinvest proceeds Senerated from illegal drug activity into law enfOrcement, treatment, preVentiOn, and reCovery proBrams represents sound publiC poliCy by reduCing reliance on local property tax dollars while strengthening communitY safety and improving outcomes for individuals struggling with substance use disorders. NOW, THEREFORE, BE lT RESOLVED, that the KenOsha county Board of supervisors respectfully urBes the Wisconsin Legaslature to amend Wis. Stat. 5 961.55 to expand the definition of "forfeiture expenses" to expressly authorize the use of druB forfeiture proceeds, within the existinB statutory fifty percent (50%) allocation, for expenditures directly related to drug enforcement, treatment, diversion, prevention, and recovery efforts, including but not limited to: 1. Operation and administration oftreatmentcourtprograms; 2. Salaries and benefits for treatment court probation otficers; 3. Salaries and benefits for Health and Human Services personnel assiSned to substance abuse treatment and d iversion Programs; 4. ContinuinB education, certification, and traininE for employees involved in substance abuse prevention, treatment, and diversion; 5. purchase, maintenance, and replacement of undercover surveillance equipment used in drug investigations; 6. Purchase, maintenance, and replacement of electronic tracking and investiSative technology used in drug enforcement; 7. Drug Recognition Expert (DRE) training and other specialized drug enforcement training for law enforcement personnel; 8. Naloxone (Narcan) and overdose response equipment used by law enforcement and correctional staff. 9. Drug intelligence and task force participation costs, includinS information-sharinS systems and regional narcotics enforcement partnerships. 10. Substance abuse prevention, education, and recovery initiatives directlY related to drug enforcement efforts; and 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 33 34 36 37 38 39 40 4l 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 52 53 54 55 56 57 58 59 60 61 62 AGENDA ITEM #6.2. Kenosha County Resolution urging the WI legislature to amend Wis Stat. §... Page 14 of 22 63 64 65 66 67 11. Other county expenditures directly associated with investigatinS, prosecutinS, adjudicating, supervising, treating, and preventing dru8-related criminal activity. BE lT FURTHER RESOwED, that a copy of this resolution shall be forwarded to Kenosha County's Wisconsin Iegislative delegation, Governor Tony Evers, all Wisconsin counties, and the Wisconsin Counties Association. Approved by: LEGISLA'I'IVE COMMITTEE 68 69 70 77 74 75 76 77 79 80 81 82 83 84 85 86 87 88 89 90 91 92 93 94 95 ONE BOX MUST AL}VAYS BE C}IECKOT) AYE NAY ABSTAIN EXCUSED TNEXCUSED ntr ORItISSEY, JOHN, Chair ,H N V ( X o n tr o /.\,* tru DECK-ER, il , Vicc-chair AC t,IN PIETRA, RIKI 'lA DAV LIT ri. trtr o L] 9 tr .I tl C u u D AGENDA ITEM #6.2. Kenosha County Resolution urging the WI legislature to amend Wis Stat. §... Page 15 of 22 J? RESOLUTION No tl$ Action by County Executive - 9olb Action hy 0ounty Board d nOopted as presented -LL-}als tr Adopted as amended *- ^J t^ *-:-*- -tr Beferred to tr Defeated n Withdrawn County Board Chairman Presented to 0oun ecuriv* 0 ---t0---&26 a XApproved K - lL-zou- tr Vetoed tr Vetoed in pan _----n Effective without signature County Executlve Veto action by Gounty Board Uote to tr Sustained - Gounty Glerk Presented to BCIard Vote to --- By AGENDA ITEM #6.3. Kenosha County Resolution relating to Consumer Lending Reform and Predat...Page 16 of 22 1 2 3 4 5 tt. KENOSHA COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS RESOLUTION NO. 'l 0 z WHEREAS, access to fair, transparent, and affordable credit is important to the financial stability and 8 economic well-being of Wisconsin residents; and 9 WHEREAS, many Wisconsin consumers experiencing financial hardship rely on short-term or small- 10 dollar loans to address unexpected expenses, medical bills, vehicle repairs, and other emergencies; and 11 WHEREAS, high-cost lending practices can result in excessive interest ratcs, repeated borrowing, and tz long{erm cycleJof debt that p-iace significant financial burdens on individuals and families; and 13 WHEREAS, Assembly Bilts 763 and764 and Senate Bills 759 and 760 were introduced dtuing the t4 2025-26legislative Sission to modernize Wisconsin's consumer lending laws by establishing 15 reasonab)e consumer protections, strengthening oversight of regulated lenders, and limiting excessive 15 interest rates and fees on certain consulner loans; and KENOSHA COUNTYwt'iIi:NstN 6 t7 18 19 WHEREAS, these proposals promote greater transparency in lending practices, provide borrowers with clearer repayment "*pettutions, and encourage lesponsible lending while maintaining access to legitimate sources of consumer credit; and WHEREAS, reducing predatory lending practices can improve household financial stability' decrease reliance on public "rrlriun.., reduce finincial stless on working families, and strengthen local economies; and Subject: A RESOLUTION RELATING TO CONSI.JMER LENDING REFORM AND PREDATORY LENDING PROTECTIONS Resubmitted E2nd Conection fICorrected nOriginal I Date Sutrminctl: 711512026 Date Resubmitted Submitted by: Supervisor Erin Decker and Supervisor John Morrissey Legal Note Attached: !FiscalNote Attached: ! Prepared by: Supervisor Erin Decker 'fitle, or 20 2t 22 AGENDA ITEM #6.3. Kenosha County Resolution relating to Consumer Lending Reform and Predat... Page 17 of 22 23 24 25 wHEREAS, counties often experience the downstream impacts of financial instability through increased demand for social services, housing assistance, behavioral health services, and othei county- funded programs; and WHEREAS, protccting consumers from abusive lending practices servss the public interest and helps promote long{erm financial indcpendence and economic resilience for wisconsin residents. WI{EREAS, the Kenosha County Board recognizes that responsible ban-ks and credit unions can provide viable altematives to high-cost lenders ard encourages financial institutions to support Iegislative efforts that promote responsible lending, transparency, affordability, and meaningful protections for consumers; WHEREAS, although the Wisconsin Legislature has concluded its regular business for the 2025-26 Legislative Session and these bills are not expected to receive further action, the poticy issues they address remain important to Wisconsin consumers, families, and local gouernments. NOW' THEREFORE' BE IT RESOL\aED, that the Kenosha County Board of Supervisors expresSes its support for the policy objectives contained in 2025 Wisconsin Assembly Bills 763 and 764 and Senate Bills 759 and760 and respectfully encourages the Wisconsin Legislature to introduce and pursuc substanlially similar legislation during the 2027-28 Legislative Session. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Kenosha County Board encowag€s the Wisconsin Legislature and Governor to continue pursuing balanced consumer lending policies thal: 26 a1 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41, 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 52 57 58 59 l. Protect consumers from predatory lending practices; 2. Promote responsible, transparent, and affordable lending; 3. Prevent excessive interest rates and fees that contribute to long-term debt; 4. Preserve access to safe and legitimate consumer credit; and 5. Strengthen oversight and enforcement of Wisconsin's consumer lending laws BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Kenosha County Board believes strong consurder protections conffibute to healthier families, stronger local economies, and reduced financial hardship for Wisconsin residenls. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Kenosha County Board encourages banks, credit unions, and other responsible financial institutions to join consumer advocates, community organizations, and policymakers in supporting strong legislation to combat predatory lending practices and protect Wisconsin residents from excessive interest rates and fees; and BE IT FURTIIER RESOLVED, that a copy of this resolution shall be forwarded to Govemor Tony Evers, Kenosha County's Wisconsin legislative delegation, the leadership of the Wisconsin State Assembly and Senate, all Wisconsin counties, and the Wisconsin Counties Association. 60 53 BE IT FURTTIER RESOLVED, that the Kenosha County Boiud strongly supports establishing a 36% 54 maximum annual interest rate for covered consumer loans and urges the Wisconsin Legislature to adopt 55 this limit as a firm and enforceable consumcr protection, while preserving access to responsible and 56 legitimate sources of credit. AGENDA ITEM #6.3. Kenosha County Resolution relating to Consumer Lending Reform and Predat... Page 18 of 22 Erin Decker John Monissey LEGISLATTVE COMMITTEE fui Aou/z-"- ONE IIOX NlUST ALIVAI'S I]E CIIECKET} AYE NAY ABSTAIN EXCUSED UNEXCUSED o D o)- // f6nnrssei, loxN, chair - a,/a.* C o C l- tr tr D E I N e. fr C Dt]CK EzuN, Vicci tr C NA. JEFF :-.-' /'l-,^A E;D^A,* o tr o tro rnnlora. olvr:frz' AGENDA ITEM #6.3. Kenosha County Resolution relating to Consumer Lending Reform and Predat... Page 19 of 22 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 Department of Administration www.calumetcounty.org County Administrator’s Report September 2026 Hiring Update – August 6, 2026 Sourcing/Accepting Applications (Open until filled, unless noted):  Full-time/Part-time: • Correctional Officer (Female) • HHC/Hospice RN • Human Services Professional (Children’s Long-Term Support) (2) – 10/2/2026 • Speech Language Pathologist (New Holstein School District) Casual/Limited-Term: • Calumet County School Psychologist (.5 FTE) • HHC/Hospice RN (Casual) • HHC/Hospice RN (Part-Time) • Highway Maintenance Technician • Meal Site Manager • Physical Therapist • Supportive Home Care Assistant • Supportive Home Care Worker • Van Driver Hired: Full-time/Part-time Hires:    • Paraprofessional (3) – 8/13, 8/17, & 9/9/26 • School Psychologist (2- Contracted) Casual/LTE Hires:    • Bailiff – 9/2/26 • Dispatcher (Casual) – 9/8/26 • Supportive Home Care Assistant – 8/20/26 AGENDA ITEM #9.1. Page 20 of 22 Phase 2 – 2nd Floor Courthouse Remodel Project Update and Virtual Walkthrough Design and Schedule The Pre-construction Planning Team continues to meet regularly, reviewing a wide range of factors that will affect courthouse operations during construction. The Design and Bid timeline is on schedule. We recently met with the architect and finalized the following schedule. Phase 2 - Courthouse Remodel Bid Timeline Bid Released to Public Tuesday 10/13/2026 Walk Through Thursday 10/22/2026 Bid Due Date and Opening Thursday 11/12/2026 Virtual Walkthrough Keuny Architects provided virtual walkthroughs to the following. • Health and Human Services Board • Administrative Services Committee • Health and Human Services Management Team Proposed Energy Centers in the Town of Brillion Learn more about the proposed energy centers in the Town of Brillion in this WLUK FOX 11 article. The article provides an overview of the proposed projects, their potential impact on Calumet County and the surrounding area, the permitting process, and opportunities for residents to learn more and provide feedback. County Administrator’s Public Statement on the Proposed Energy Centers As County Administrator, Calumet County is following the progress of the proposed energy-generation facilities in northern Calumet County and recognizes that residents have important questions about potential impacts on health, safety, water, air quality, agriculture, roads, emergency response, property, and quality of life. The County’s role is to provide clear, accurate, and accessible public information. Calumet County does not approve, deny, permit, or regulate this project. Decisions regarding the proposal and its environmental review are made at the state level, including through the Public Service Commission of Wisconsin and the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources. The County is committed to helping residents understand the public-review process, locate official project materials, and identify where questions and comments should be directed. We encourage all residents, whether supportive, opposed, or still seeking information, to participate respectfully and to AGENDA ITEM #9.1. Page 21 of 22 rely on public records, technical materials, and the formal state review process. County staff will share verified information as it becomes available. If the project is approved, the County will work to identify local operational considerations, such as county-road impacts and emergency-preparedness coordination, where applicable. The County’s priority is to support an informed community and to help ensure that public health, safety, environmental, infrastructure, and economic considerations are fully understood through the appropriate state processes. We will not speculate on project impacts or advocate for a particular outcome. If the facts and required reviews demonstrate that the project can proceed responsibly and safely, the County recognizes the potential for local economic activity and investment. At the same time, residents’ questions and concerns deserve complete, evidence-based responses from the project applicants and the responsible state agencies. Todd M. Romenesko, Calumet County Administrator Municipal/Intergovernmental Meeting Calumet County will host a Municipal/Intergovernmental Meeting on Monday, September 28, at 6:00 p.m. at the Calumet County Courthouse. Please review the meeting agenda for details on the topics that will be discussed. If you plan to join us, please RSVP to Amanda.Mohrbacher@calumetcounty.org. Calumet County Continues to Grow and Develop Calumet County continues to see positive momentum in economic and community development, with communities across the county working to attract new investment, expand housing opportunities, and support a strong manufacturing workforce. From business expansions in Chilton to new housing and redevelopment projects throughout the county, these efforts demonstrate the value of collaboration between local governments, businesses, developers, and regional partners. The following article highlights several of the projects and partnerships helping shape Calumet County’s continued growth. AGENDA ITEM #9.1. Page 22 of 22