20260616 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, June 16, 2026 TIME: 6:00 PM PLACE: Room 019 - County Board Room, Calumet County Courthouse 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 at the Courthouse in the County Board Room - 019 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 3 - 5 4.1. County Board - 19 May 2026 - Minutes - Pdf 5. COMMUNICATIONS 6. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION 7. SPECIAL BUSINESS Page 1 of 8 7.1. Chris Meuer, Director of Planning, Zoning and Land Information will present information about data centers. 7.2. Todd Romenesko, County Administrator, will present "How county finances shape Wisconsin human services - and what we do about it." 8. SUPERVISOR REPORTS Supervisors' Reports of Meetings and Seminars attended 9. COUNTY ADMINISTRATORS REPORT & APPOINTMENTS 6 - 8 9.1. 20260616 County Administrator's Report 9.2. Appointment to the Brillion Library Board. Recommend the appointment of Jody Schwarz to fill the vacancy left by the resignation of Tammy Koehler, whose term expires 7/1/2027. Reappointment to the Zoning Board of Adjustments. Recommend the reappointment of Kevin Fischer, whose term will expire 6/30/2026. The new term will expire on 6/30/2029. Appointment to the Zoning Board of Adjustment. Recommend the appointment of Lynetta Mahlberg. The term will expire 6/30/2029. 10. NEXT REGULAR MEETING DATE July 21, 2026 at 6:00 PM 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 2 of 8 County Board Meeting Minutes Tuesday, May 19, 2026 The County Board of Calumet County was called to order on Tuesday, May 19, 2026 at 6:00 PM by Chair Connors. 1 ROLL CALL Supervisors Present: Cleveland, Wayne, McCann, Budde, Elliott, Stier, Thunes, Mueller, Lowey, Kesler, Breeden, Voight, Schwalenberg, Laughrin, Hofberger, Connors, Dietrich, Kolb and Stuckmann. Supervisors Excused: Machesky and LaTour. Staff and others present: Adam Backus, Parks Director; Adam Hernke, Facilities Director; Beth Leary, County Clerk; Chris Meuer, Director of Planning, Zoning and Land Information; Todd Romenesko, County Administrator; Kimberly Tenerelli, Corporation Counsel; Brett Bowe, Sheriff; Tristan Vukosich and Josh Medina, Network Technicians. 2 PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE The Pledge of Allegiance was recited. 3 APPROVAL OF AGENDA Moved by Supervisor Budde and seconded by Supervisor Elliott to approve the Agenda as presented. Motion carried unanimously. 4 APPROVAL OF MINUTES Moved by Supervisor Budde and seconded by Supervisor Elliott to approve the Minutes of the April 21, 2026 Organizational Meeting as presented. Motion carried unanimously. 5 SPECIAL BUSINESS 5a. Ron Tusler, 3rd Assembly District, provided a brief legislative update to the board. 5b. Phyllis Tousey, Chair of the Brothertown Indian Nation, and Jessica Ryan Skeesuck, Vice-Chair of the Brothertown Indian Nation, presented "Brothertown Indians Today." General discussion followed. 5c. Ariana Holcomb and Mckenna Maronn, presented "Youth in Governance Year in Review." General discussion followed. 5d. Kimberly Tenerelli, Corporation Counsel, and Todd Romenesko, County Administrator, provided "Training for Chairs and Vice-Chairs." General discussion followed. 6 RESOLUTIONS Page 1 of 3 AGENDA ITEM #4.1. Page 3 of 8 6a. RESOLUTION 2026-06 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING GRANT APPLICATION FOR MAINTENANCE ON THE FOX RIVER STATE RECREATION TRAIL Moved by Supervisor Budde and seconded by Supervisor Dietrich to approve Resolution 2026-06 as presented. Motion carried unanimously with 19 ayes, 0 nays and 2 excused (LaTour and Machesky). Resolution 2026-06 has been adopted. 6b. RESOLUTION 2026-07 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING GRANT APPLICATION FOR THE CALUMET COUNTY PARK BOAT HARBOR WALL REPAIR Moved by Supervisor Dietrich and seconded by Supervisor Thunes to approve Resolution 2026-07 as presented. Motion carried unanimously with 19 ayes, 0 nays and 2 excused (LaTour and Machesky). Resolution 2026-07 has been adopted. 6c. RESOLUTION 2026-08 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING GRANT APPLICATION FOR THE STOCKBRIDGE BOAT HARBOR WALL REPAIR Moved by Supervisor Elliott and seconded by Supervisor Stier to approve Resolution 2026-08 as presented. Motion carried unanimously with 19 ayes, 0 nays and 2 excused (LaTour and Machesky). Resolution 2026-08 has been adopted. 6d. RESOLUTION 2026-09 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING PARTICIPATION BY CALUMET COUNTY IN THE STATE- FUNDED SNOWMOBILE TRAIL PROGRAM Moved by Supervisor McCann and seconded by Supervisor Budde to approve Resolution 2026-09 as presented. Motion carried unanimously with 19 ayes, 0 nays and 2 excused (LaTour and Machesky). Resolution 2026-09 has been adopted. 6e. RESOLUTION 2026-10 RESOLUTION AMENDING THE 2026 BUDGET FOR THE NG911 GRANT AWARD Moved by Supervisor Budde and seconded by Supervisor Elliott to approve Resolution 2026-10 as presented. Motion carried unanimously with 19 ayes, 0 nays and 2 excused (LaTour and Machesky). Resolution 2026-10 has been adopted. 7 ORDINANCES 7a. ORDINANCE 2026-02 ORDINANCE TO AMEND CHAPTER 82 - ZONING CODE ON CERTAIN PROPERTY IN THE TOWN OF BRILLION PROPERTY OF RODNEY HAESE ORDINANCE 2026-03 ORDINANCE TO AMEND CHAPTER 82 - ZONING CODE ON CERTAIN PROPERTY IN THE TOWN OF NEW HOLSTEIN PROPERTY OF ALFRED & JANICE KEULER TRUST ORDINANCE 2026-04 Page 2 of 3 AGENDA ITEM #4.1. Page 4 of 8 ORDINANCE TO AMEND CHAPTER 82 - ZONING CODE ON CERTAIN PROPERTY IN THE TOWN OF BRILLION PROPERTY OF ANDY SCHUH ORDINANCE 2026-05 ORDINANCE TO AMEND CHAPTER 82 - ZONING CODE ON CERTAIN PROPERTY IN THE TOWN OF NEW HOLSTEIN PROPERTY OF MICHAEL PICKELL Moved by Supervisor Budde and seconded by Supervisor Thunes to enact Ordinances 2026-02, 2026-03, 2026-04 and 2026-05 as presented. Motion carried unanimously with 19 ayes, 0 nays and 2 excused (LaTour and Machesky). Ordinances 2026-02, 2026-03, 2026-04 and 2026-05 were enacted. 8 SUPERVISOR REPORTS Supervisors reported on meetings and seminars recently attended. 9 COUNTY ADMINISTRATORS REPORT & APPOINTMENTS 9a. County Administrator's Report - provided with the County Board packet. 9b. Appointment to the Aging and Disability Resource Center Advisory Committee. Moved by Supervisor Dietrich and seconded by Supervisor Elliott to affirm the County Administrator's recommendation for the appointment of Audrey Moore to fill the vacancy for the term to expire 4/17/2028. Motion carried unanimously, with 19 ayes, 0 nays and 2 excused (LaTour and Machesky.) 9c. Appointment to the Palisades Pond Lake District Board of Commissioners. Moved by Supervisor Thunes and seconded by Supervisor McCann to affirm the County Administrator's recommendation for the appointment of Nick Kesler to the Palisades Pond Lake District Board of Commissioners, with a term to expire April 17, 2028. Motion carried unanimously with 18 ayes, 1 abstention (Kesler) and 2 excused (LaTour and Machesky.) 10 NEXT REGULAR MEETING DATE June 16, 2026 at 6:00 PM 11 ADJOURNMENT Chair Connors adjourned the meeting at 7:54 PM. Beth A. Leary, Recording Secretary 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 5 of 8 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 June 2026 Hiring Update – June 9, 2026 Sourcing/Accepting Applications (Open until filled, unless noted):  Full-time/Part-time:    Administrative Assistant (HHSD) (2)  Calumet County School Psychologist  HHC/Hospice LPN – 6/11/26  HHC/Hospice RN (2)  Land Resource Specialist – 6/12/26  Paraprofessional – New Holstein High – EBD  Soil Health Specialist/Agricultural Educator Casual/Limited-Term:   Calumet County School Psychologist (.5 FTE)  Correctional Officer Male & Female (Casual)  Dispatcher (Casual)  Highway Maintenance Technician (Casual)  HHC/Hospice RN (Casual) – 6/26/56  HHC/Hospice RN (PT) – 6/26/26  Home Support Assistant (Casual)  Meal Site Manager (Casual)  Paraprofessional – New Holstein Early Childhood (PT)  Ranger Maintenance Worker (Seasonal)  Supportive Homecare Worker (Casual) Hired:   Full-time/Part-time Hires:     AGENDA ITEM #9.1. Page 6 of 8  Correctional Officer (Female) – 6/15/26  Deputy Medical Examiner (.9 FTE) – 6/9/26  Human Services Professional (FSU) (2 positions) – 6/15/26  Patrol Officer – 6/15/26  Supportive Homecare Worker – 6/1/26 Casual/LTE Hires:      Dispatcher – 5/11/26  Highway Maintenance Technician – 5/19/26  Night/Weekend Ranger – 5/18/26  Ranger/Maintenance Worker – 5/26/26  Recruit Officer – 6/3/26  Seasonal Summer Help (Highway) – 5/18, 5/26 & 6/15/26  New Live Video Feeds Gives Real-Time Look at Lake Winnebago Harbors Calumet County Parks has launched new live video feeds. Visitors can now monitor real-time weather conditions on Lake Winnebago, including temperature, wind, and wave activity, or simply enjoy the view of the sunset online. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lwHkvJXdu7g Zoning Board of Adjustment Appreciation We would like to take a moment to recognize and thank the members of the Zoning Board of Adjustment for their years of dedicated service. • Jon Cousins – 15 years of service, term expires 6/30/2026 • Kevin Fischer – 16 years of service and has agreed to serve an additional three-year term. • David Janette – 27 years of service; his current term expires in 2027, with the option to continue serving. • Gary Ginkler – 11 years of service; his current term expires in 2027, with the option to continue serving. • Shane Peik– 3 years of service; his current term expires in 2028, with the option to continue serving. The Zoning Board of Adjustment plays an important role in county government by hearing appeals, reviewing variance requests, and considering special exceptions to local zoning regulations. Through these responsibilities, the Board helps ensure that county ordinances are applied fairly, consistently, and in accordance with the law. We greatly appreciate their dedication, commitment, and service to the county. Their contributions have played an important role in supporting the Board’s work and serving the residents of the county. Please join us in expressing gratitude for their continued efforts and years of dedicated service. Calumet County Connect to Bring Business, Education, and Community Leaders Together on June 24 Calumet County Economic Development will host the bi-annual Calumet County Connect event on Wednesday, June 24, from 8:00 a.m. to noon at Wisconsin’s Engler Center for the Performing Arts in Chilton. The half-day event will bring together local and northeastern Wisconsin business leaders, economic development AGENDA ITEM #9.1. Page 7 of 8 professionals, and educators for a morning focused on networking, professional development, and collaboration. Those interested in attending may purchase tickets through Eventbrite. Monica Ariens, Managing Director of AriensCo Hospitality, will serve as emcee for the program. Attendees can expect keynote presentations from several prominent regional leaders, including: • Mike VanderZanden, President & CEO of Amerequip • David Kapic, Chief Operating Officer of Grande Cheese Company • Craig Briess, CEO of Briess Malt & Ingredients Co. • Ron Schroder, Director of Marketing at Briess Malt & Ingredients Co. A featured component of the event will be a panel discussion titled “Why Business Education Partnership Matters.” The discussion will be moderated by Steve Servais, Executive Vice President of Administration at AriensCo, and will include perspectives from leaders representing business, education, and economic development, including: • Brad Diener, Regional Manager, Lunda Construction Company • Jason Pausma, Director of Economic Development, Calumet County • Cyndi Pavelski, Career Readiness Consultant, CESA 6 • Anne Savaglio Troka, Senior Manager – Community & Workforce Development, Sargento • Nathan Wesener, Superintendent, Hilbert Public Schools The event will also include an institutional spotlight from Jenie Farrell, Director of the Engler Center for the Performing Arts, who will share information about the venue’s history and upcoming attractions. In addition to the presentations and panel discussion, attendees will have the opportunity to connect during two 30- minute networking breaks sponsored by SelectCalumet.com, TravelCalumet.com, and Calumet County Economic Development. Calumet County Connect is designed to strengthen relationships across sectors and highlight the importance of partnerships that support workforce development, economic growth, and regional success. AGENDA ITEM #9.1. Page 8 of 8