Town Board Meeting — Minutes

October 15, 2025 Town of Dewey Board Meeting Note: These are the proposed Minutes that will be approved at the next Board meeting. ___________________________________________________________________________ Minutes Wednesday, October 15, 2025 430 Dewey Drive-Stevens Point WI 54482 Verify Open Meeting Notice & Roll Call: The open meeting notice was verified. Chairman Maurice King, Supervisor LeRoy Pukrop, Supervisor Dennis Meis, Clerk Angela Lochinger, and Treasurer Lori Kolodziej were present. 1 town resident and/or visitors was present. Call to Order: The meeting was called to order by Chairman King at 6:00 pm. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited. Approval of Minutes from the meeting of September 11, 2025 and September 24, 2025: Supervisor Meis motioned to approve the minutes of September 11, 2025, as presented. Chairman King seconded. Supervisor Pukrop abstained, as he was not in attendance. The motion passed 2-0, with 1 abstention. Supervisor Pukrop motioned to approve the minutes of September 24, 2025, as presented. Supervisor Meis seconded. The motion passed 3-0. Citizens wishing to address the Town Board: Doug Evica discussed wetland delineation for the Dewey Drive project, trimming of overhead branches, and culvert placements. Supervisor Comments/Concerns: Supervisor Meis suggested completing some brushing and tree trimming if time allows. Supervisor Pukrop inquired about snow fencing plans for the season. Chairman King said fencing may not be needed depending on weather. Discussion/Action on hiring employee for snowplowing: Chairman King reported that a qualified individual, recommended by a town employee, was interested in snowplowing this winter. Supervisor Pukrop motioned to approve hiring Mark McHugh for snowplowing. Supervisor Meis seconded. The motion passed 3-0. Discussion/Action on technology updates: Clerk Lochinger provided an update on discussions with Sprinter Business Solutions related to computer and software upgrades, security, and pricing. No action was taken as price quotes had not yet been received. Update on sale of the Sterling truck and equipment: Chairman King reported the Sterling truck and equipment is listed on WisconsinSurplus.com with a minimum bid of $20,000 for two weeks, to be relisted at $15,000 if not sold. Update on Public Access property on Bay View Drive: Chairman King explained that most items have been removed as required, but the dock, though pulled out, remains on the property. The town’s attorney has been notified and will send another letter requesting the removal. Clerk/Treasurer Reports for September: The board reviewed the Clerk and Treasurer reports for September, noting that the reports balanced. Supervisor Pukrop motioned to accept the Clerk and Treasurer reports as presented. Supervisor Meis seconded. The motion passed 3-0. Chairperson’s Report on town work and activities: Chairman King reported that town employees have been widening shoulders and installing culverts on Willow Springs Dr and North Reserve Dr, with North Sunset Dr scheduled next. He noted that Willow Springs Dr has been milled and road base hauling has begun. Granite was added to low areas on North Torun Rd, and Kawleski Trucking removed larger rocks to improve grading. Correspondence: The board reviewed correspondence. Meeting Dates & Agendas: Upcoming Town meetings will be held at the Town of Dewey Town Hall on: • Wednesday, October 22, 2025 – 6:00 p.m. – Town Board meeting to work on the Town Budget • Wednesday, November 19, 2025 – 6:00 p.m. – Public Hearing on the 2026 Budget, followed by a Special Town Meeting of the Electors, and then a Town Board meeting Approve and Pay Bills: Supervisor Pukrop motioned to approve and pay the bills as presented, with tentative approval of payment to Kafka Road Materials contingent upon verification of load slips. Supervisor Meis seconded. The motion passed 3-0. Work on 2026 Budget: The board worked on the proposed 2026 budget. Adjournment: Chairman King adjourned the meeting at 7:28 p.m.