Town Board Meeting — Minutes

JULY 6, 2026 The July 6, 2026 meeting of the Town of Gibson Town Board 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 was recited and open meetings law compliance was verified. Chairperson Steven Rahmlow, Supervisor Don Rabitz, Supervisor Duane Argall, and Clerk/Treasurer Linda Herman were present. Others in attendance: Dennis Rabas, Shaun Wendt, John & Mary Johnson, Mike Robinson, Glenn Rezek, John Rabitz, Steve Page, Richard Wegner and Steve Zeitler. Motion by Rabitz, second by Argall, to adopt agenda in any order. All voting aye by voice vote, motion carried. Minutes of June 1, 2026 meeting approved on motion by Rabitz, second by Argall. All voting aye by voice vote, motion carried. Next regular meeting set for Monday, August 3, 2026 at 7:00 p.m. Public Comment – Wegner reported tires were taken in and Glenn Rezek inquired about the road dips. Building, Zoning & Culvert Permits – Clerk reported issuance of building permit to: Jake Jeske – addition and garage at 6619 STH 147 W., Maribel. David and Amy Piontek, 14402 Melnik Road putting on addition and garage–working on county paperwork and they will return for appropriate permits. Rabitz reported contact from Rudy Fictum regarding a culvert replacement. No permit needed. Rahmlow reported Dylan Mancoske culvert at 6859 W. Zander Road is fine and he will send payment. Steven Page appeared requesting culvert permit. Motion by Rabitz, second by Argall, to grant culvert permit to Steven Page for an 18” x 30’ culvert with endwalls on his property on Princl Road. All voting aye by voice vote, motion carried. Spectrum Mid America LLC (Charter) Utility Permit– Argall reported contact from Greg Troullier about material that was deposited on his land during the utility installation without his permission. Argall contacted Steve Tobin of Charter and a restoration plan will be sent to Greg Troullier for approval. Thomas G. & Mary J. Cisler – Rezone- Argall reported change of acres to be rezoned in request of Thomas G. & Mary J. Cisler of parcel 006-021-016-001.00, 14204 Krueger Road, from EA to RR approved June 1, 2026. Motion by Argall, second by Rabitz, to adjust the number of acres approved for rezoning from EA to RR from approximately 10 to approximately 13 (parcel number 006-021- 016-001.00). All voting aye by voice vote, motion carried. Plan Commission update – Argall has distributed draft of a comprehensive plan update pertaining to the construction of commercial/light industry, government/institutional/utilities and any data centers having primary purpose of storing, managing and processing digital data to be reviewed by board. Matter will be on August agenda. Town Board Reports – Rabitz reported on removal of tree at Camp Tapawingo. Argall reported on loose dog call (dog back home) and placed barricade on Old Y culvert area west of Parkway. Clerk presented/reported on financial reports to be placed on file, communication received from Michael Herzog (forwarded to Rural Insurance) and communications received on road conditions. Rahmlow gave report on status of ambulance service and investigations taking place to manage staffing issues, including very early talks on options with the City of Two Rivers. The recycling center is fine. Snowplowing & Related Issues – Rahmlow will call contractor to discuss salt purchase for 2026-2027 season. Clerk updated board that recovery costs of $11,296.25 have been received from Wisconsin Disaster Fund for the March blizzard. Snow Removal Policy will be on August agenda. John Lyons – internet for town hall – on August agenda. Wendy Hieggelke – Deed to town – Argall has forms back and will record with Register of Deeds. Flood Reimbursement – April Flooding. Clerk presented information on emergency declarations and possible damage reimbursement funds available to individuals from FEMA; also researching availability to town for reimbursement of incurred expenses for event. Motion by Rabitz, second by Argall, if the opportunity presents itself for town to apply for disaster reimbursement through WEM, clerk is authorized to do so. All voting aye by voice vote, motion carried. Wisconsin Elections Commission – Election Security Grant – Wisconsin Elections Commission has announced availability of 2026 Election Security Subgrant of up to $2,000.00 to help municipalities improve the election security of elections statewide, including hardware, software and IT support. Motion by Argall, second by Rabitz, for clerk to apply for the 2026 Election Security Subgrant for necessary items. All voting aye by voice vote, motion carried. Fire Departments – contracts/annual charges, Tisch Mills Contract, Mishicot Fire Department correspondence – Tisch Mills Fire Department Contract Amendment presented relative to the contract dates – contract length was changed on contract executed April 11, 2026 to end December 31. Motion by Rabitz, second by Argall to approve the amendment to the Tisch Mills Fire Department changing the period of the contract term to April 15, 2026 to April 14, 2027. All voting aye, motion carried. Rahmlow reported results from conversations with Tisch Mills Fire Department – they offered a 5 year contract with a compounding 2 ½% increase per year, beginning with the current contract amount; agreement will be drawn up. Mishicot Fire – no response to joint letter sent to them May 5, 2026; a request will be made to have a joint board meeting with the Village and Town of Mishicot to discuss future contract provisions. Rabas from Maribel Fire Department contributed they were not interested in a 5 year contract at this time; they will come back to table after town’s reassessment this year; 2027 contract amount will be same as 2026. Town Salt Shed/Road Maintenance Work – No June meeting. Next meeting date to be determined. Recycling Center – trash collection method – no update at this time. Twin River Court – flooding – no update at this time Lover’s Lane – Johnson proposal –Rahmlow presented proposed letter to property owners on Lover’s Lane. Meeting date of Tuesday, August 18, 2026 at 7:00 p.m. scheduled. Motion by Rabitz, second by Argall, to send out chairperson’s drafted letter with meeting date to Lover’s Lane property owners. All voting aye by voice vote, motion carried. ARIP Program – Wetland determination report has come in and the impact is being reviewed. Clerk will request expense reimbursement quarterly. Timing of project is unknown at this time. Road Projects – various/updates – pothole patching is complete; more material will be obtained for future need. Old Y culvert, west of Parkway – needs to be investigated as to what is happening there – Rahmlow will look at; Hidden Valley road damage, Novy Road turnaround, Nic Reif – driveway gravel request, bridge sealing quote, and line striping updates will be on August agenda. ROW trees – working on. First ditch grass cutting is complete. a) Dip Fixing. Estimate received from county on costs for fixing areas on North Lake, Zander, Harpt Lake and Old CC Roads. Motion by Rabitz, second by Argall to approve Manitowoc County Highway Department estimate of $31,141.00. All voting aye by voice vote, motion carried. b) Melnik Road – ditch damage. Rahmlow is working with district attorney’s office on damage reimbursement matter. c) Boom mower work discussed. Motion by Rabitz, second by Argall to approve an amount not to exceed $10,000.00 for additional boom mower work to Wendt Services, LLC for trees and shrubs in right of way. All voting aye by voice vote, motion carried. Rahmlow will work with Wendt on areas needing attention. d) Rabitz removed tree by Camp Tapawingo and submitted a per diem for the work. Discussion. Motion by Argall, second by Rahmlow, to send an invoice to Camp Tapawingo for removal of nuisance tree on June 21, 2026. All voting aye by voice vote, motion carried. Liquor & Operator Licenses - Clerk issued Operator’s License to Cheryl St. Peter. August 3, 2026 Agenda Items: At today’s date John Lyons – internet, ditch cutting, dip fixing, fire departments, snow policy, Wendy Hieggelke, town hall maintenance, comprehensive plan update and any other items mentioned herein will be placed on August agenda. Motion by Rabitz, second by Argall to pay bills presented and payroll liabilities. All voting aye by voice vote, motion carried. Motion by Argall, second by Rabitz, to adjourn. All voting aye by voice vote, motion carried. Meeting adjourned at 8:51 p.m. Linda S. Herman, Town Clerk