October 11, 2023

Town Board Meeting Minutes 7 PM October 11, 2023 APPROVED BY BOARD Stockbridge Community Hall Chairman Joe Kuhn called the meeting to order at 7:00 PM. Present were Supervisors Mark Ecker, Jon Groeschl, Clerk Steve Phipps, Treasurer Andrea Ortlieb, Chris Poppy, A.J. Reif, Rikki Vogel, Sherri Schaefer* and Ralph Schmid. *Indicates the person signed up for public comment. Pledge of Allegiance was recited. Steve indicated the meeting has been properly posted. Jon moved to approve the agenda. Mark E. 2nd and M/C. Public Comment: Sherri Schaefer spoke to clarify her request of Chairman Joe Kuhn about parking in the right-of-way – it was not the legality rather the risks. Likewise, Sherri said she did not hear back from Joe about the road(s). In regards, to parked objects, Sherri said the objects move despite the fact it was communicated the trailer was gone and the problem is being shoved under the carpet. As well as the minutes were not correct. Likewise, the board not taking up the feral cat issue in the town is terrible. Ecker Lakeland Road boat landing: A written request was received by Michael Ecker, Quinney Fishing Club President, to make improvements to the landing at Ecker Lakeland Drive. After general discussion, Mark E. moved to provide the town’s consent of the club to proceed in their efforts of permit application from all necessary regulatory agencies. Jon 2nd the motion. M/C. Roads, Bldgs and Equipment: Large item pick-up went well. Dates in 2024, will remain the first weekend in May and October. Regarding the fuel supplier issue on the agenda, Joe reported of the problems the fire department has filling up fire trucks at the local gas station and asked for thoughts about the town getting a fuel tank at the shop with a pump and meter. No support/objections were stated, and no action was taken. Regarding the two-year road plan: After general discussion, Jon moved to approve the following plan: Summer of 2024 Pulverize, grind and re-surface with a 3.5 inch layer of hot asphalt and replace culverts on Long Road from Shady Lane to Quinney Road. Also, improve the turning radius at the intersection of CR-F and Long Road & Pulverize, grind and re-surface with a 3.5 inch layer of hot asphalt and replace culverts on Shady Lane from Long Road (northern leg) going east to the town line. Summer of 2025 Pulverize, grind and re-surface with a 3.5 inch layer of hot asphalt and replace culverts on Mud Creek Road from Hwy 55 to Lakeshore Drive. Chip seal and crack fill Moehrke Road. Seconded by Mark Ecker. M/C. Joe moved that that town should use the 2024 projects in upcoming grant applications such as TRI and LRIP. Mark E. 2nd. M/C. CSM: Submission regarding a division on Hill Road from Delores Ruffing Survivors Trust. After general discussion, no comments of objection were offered. Emergency Alert Notice: Steve received a request from Bernie Sorenson, Emergency Mgr. at Calumet County to place information about an electronic alert notification system information on the town’s next tax bill to property owners. After general discussion, Mark E. moved to grant such permission. Jon G. 2nd M/C. Fire Dept. Separate Accounts: Revised ordinance being discussed by the village was distributed for informational purposes with no action. Town attorney services: Steve shared that Derck McDermott was retiring and the town’s information would be left with Atty. Gary Jahn and this may pose an opportune time to switch providers. Joe asked if any supervisors had a preference to switch and nothing was stated. Official Newspaper: Steve explained a recent WTA attorney’s advice to not have an official newspaper and designate a newspaper for publications when publication is required. Mark E. moved to not have an official newspaper and in the event publication is required by state law, such publication will be in the Tri-County News. Jon 2nd the motion. M/C. Communications: Steve reported that a letter from the State Bank of Chilton was received about an upcoming expiration date on a letter of credit, Kiel’s increased trash/recycling fees, list price of home adjacent to town’s home at 205 S. Military Road and a thank you letter from Scott Construction and survey. Treasurer’s Report: Joe moved to approve the report. Mark E. 2nd. M/C. Payment of bills: Mark E. moved to approve payment of all bills presented to the board. Jon 2nd. M/C. Joe moved to adjourn the meeting at 8:04 PM. Jon 2nd the motion. M/C. Respectfully submitted, Steve Phipps, Clerk