Town Board Meeting — Agenda

AUGUST 3, 2026 BOARD OF REVIEW Board of Review was called to order at 6:55 p.m. Due to the fact the assessment roll is not completed at this time, the Board of Review will be adjourned until the 1st day of September, 2026, at 6:55 p.m. on motion of Argall, second by Rabitz. All voting aye, motion carried. Board of Review adjourned at 6:57 p.m. on motion by Rabitz, second by Argall. All voting aye, motion carried AUGUST 3, 2026 The August 3, 2026 meeting of the Town of Gibson was called to order by Chairperson Steven Rahmlow at 7:00 p.m. at the Town Hall, 14920 CTH Q, Mishicot, Wisconsin. Pledge of Allegiance recited. Chairperson Steven Rahmlow, Supervisor Don Rabitz, Supervisor Duane Argall, and Clerk/Treasurer Linda Herman were present. Also in attendance: Dennis Rabas, Shaun Wendt, Glenn Rezek, Richard Wegner and Michael Herzog. Motion by Rabitz, second by Argall, to adopt agenda in any order. All voting aye, motion carried. Minutes of July 6, July 9, and July 14, 2026 meetings approved on motion by Rabitz, second by Argall. All voting aye, motion carried. Next regular meeting set for Monday, August 3, 2026 at 7:00 p.m. Public Comment – Wegner commented on brush cutting. Herzog requested town board meeting be scheduled to discuss and resolve water issue on Melnik Road property stating he has material for review including engineered plan, accepted bid and 70/30 cost share grant; seeks Memorandum of Understanding that is favorable to all parties involved. (Mr. Herzog also directed comments toward the board at the end of meeting; he was not recognized by chairperson, but continued speaking while the board continued with town business). Building, Zoning & Culvert Permits –Glenn Rezek seeks to install driveway at 6024 W. Tuma Lake Road (George & Mary Reis property) – no culvert needed per Rahmlow. Motion by Rahmlow, second by Argall to approve driveway on Reis property. All voting aye, motion carried. Clerk reported issuance of building permit to: Lakeside Mennonite Church, 722 Hillview Road, Mishicot – storage building; Kyle Kudick, 16222 CTH B, Mishicot – shed; David and Amy Piontek, 14402 Melnik Road, Maribel – addition. Dan Chevalier, Hillview Road, was sent to Planning & Zoning for a lean-to permit and Miller Family GFWO Zander Land LLC rezone received Manitowoc County approval. Town Board Reports - Clerk presented/reported on financial reports, communication received from Michael Herzog (forwarded to Rural Insurance), county tornado policy, race track time communication, and six month recycling center report. No update on ambulance service at this time and the recycling center is fine – all comments regarding operation of the center should be made directly to the chairperson. Snowplowing & Related Issues – Rahmlow researching future salt purchases. Adoption of Snow Removal Policy on September agenda. John Lyons – internet for town hall –September agenda. Wendy Hieggelke – Deed to town – Argall waiting on receipt of documents to record. Jacques Vieau Marker – Jambo Creek Road – Purchaser of property at marker’s current location may install fence. Argall to research marker/possible relocation. Rabitz suggested easement at any new location. Holding Tank Resolution 2002-1 – Discussion. Motion by Argall, second by Rabitz to abolish Resolution 2002-1 and the town will follow Manitowoc County Code Chapter 13 regarding holding tanks. All voting aye, motion carried. Comprehensive Plan Update – Board reviewed draft resolution to update Chapter 3 - Commercial/Light Industry and Government/Institutional/Utilities; one change regarding town roads. Public Hearing date - September 9, 2026 at 7 p.m. Flood Reimbursement – April Flooding. Manitowoc Co. Emergency director didn’t provide town’s information to Wisconsin Emergency Management by deadline; now not eligible for reimbursement. Appeals made by emergency director and clerk; no response to date. If appeal not granted, Melnik Bridge clean up invoice would be eligible for Manitowoc County bridge aid. Town Hall – Building Maintenance – Rahmlow will contact electrician; next month’s agenda. Fire Departments – contracts/annual charges– 2027 Maribel Fire Department contract received - amount same as 2026. 2028 will use equalized value from 2026 per Rabas; talks will continue on future contract terms. Motion by Rabitz, second by Argall to execute Maribel Fire Department Contract for 2027. All voting aye, motion carried. Tisch Mills has offered a five year contract with a 2 ½% increase/year; contract to be drafted by Tisch Mills. Mishicot Fire Department contract offer received - two years with a 2 ½% increase/year; budget not received; talks to continue. Town Salt Shed/Road Maintenance Work –Next meeting date to be determined. Recycling Center – trash collection method; procedures – Center was closed one day due to air quality concerns – any comments should be directed to chairperson. Questions raised on charges for items – Argall will work on signs with current charges/closing of dump. Twin River Court – flooding – no update at this time Lover’s Lane – Johnson proposal - Meeting scheduled for Tuesday, August 18, 2026 at 7:00 p.m. Old Y Culvert – West of Parkway – update/proposal – Rabitz to put together proposal ARIP Program – Tentative dates - advertising August 20 & 27, bid opening September 3, 2026 and award September 7, 2026; some details to work out yet; potential 2027 fall completion with 45 day working window. DNR wetland impact unknown at this time. Road Projects – various/updates – Pothole patching complete; Old Y bridge - seal next year. Nic Reif – driveway gravel request – Wendt will look at; contact Rabitz. Dip fixing (Manitowoc County) and line striping (Kewaunee County) being put in schedules. ROW trees – in process. 1st ditch cutting complete; 2nd cutting timing – Rahmlow will handle. September 1 is county bridge aid submittal deadline. Novy Road turnaround, Melnik Road ditch damage and Hidden Valley Road damage – future agenda items . Liquor & Operator Licenses - None. September 1, 2026 Agenda Items: items mentioned herein and updates on ditch cutting, dip fixing, fire departments, Wendy Hieggelke, town hall maintenance., Motion by Rabitz, second by Argall to pay bills presented and payroll liabilities. All voting aye, motion carried. Motion by Argall, second by Rabitz, to adjourn. All voting aye, motion carried. Meeting adjourned at 8:42 p.m. Linda S. Herman, Town Clerk