Town Board Meeting — Minutes

FEBRUARY 3, 2025 The February 3, 2025 meeting of the Town of Gibson Town Board was called to order by Chairperson Richard Wegner 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 Richard Wegner, Supervisor Don Rabitz, Supervisor Steven Rahmlow, and Clerk/Treasurer Linda Herman were present. Others in attendance: Shaun Wendt, James Falkowski, William Herman, Michael Robinson, Duane Argall and Josh Sheffer. Motion by Rahmlow, second by Rabitz, to adopt agenda in any order. All voting aye by voice vote, motion carried. Minutes of January 3, 2025 meeting approved on motion by Rahmlow, second by Rabitz. All voting aye by voice vote, motion carried. Next regular meeting set for March 3, 2025 at 7:00 p.m. Public Comment – None. Building, Zoning & Culvert Permits – Wegner reported Kevin Nysse requesting culvert permit and will request Nysse come to March meeting. Town Board Reports – Clerk reported on Camp Tapawingo fundraiser, possible inspection fee increase and insurance renewal by Rural Mutual. Wegner reported ambulance service is good. Rahmlow reported attending January ambulance service meeting and questions insurance reimbursement/hospital choice matter and by-laws going to attorney. Wegner will inquire about insurance reimbursement matter and stated by- laws are going to attorney for review at this point. Recycle center is fine. County Supervisor Falkowski gave brief update on human services issue and social media content regarding same. Snowplowing- All is well. Mishicot Fire Department – Chief Koeppel did not attend meeting to execute oath. Clerk will contact for rescheduling. CliftonLarsonAllen, LLP – Statements of Work – Clerk presented Statements of Work for 2024 audit. Motion by Rabitz, second by Rahmlow, to execute and return agreements. All voting aye by voice vote, motion carried. Bertram Communications – Letter of Endorsement. Wegner reported Bertram Communications, LLC gave a presentation at the January Manitowoc County Towns Association meeting and its intention to apply for the Broadband, Equity, Access and Deployment (“BEAD”) grant for infrastructure deployment in the county. Manitowoc County Board of Supervisors endorsed Bertram Communications application for the grant at its January 21, 2025 County Board meeting. Bertram Communications is looking for letters of support from county municipalities to support their application. Motion by Rahmlow, second by Rabitz, to execute letter of support endorsing Bertram Communications for BEAD funding application. All voting aye by voice vote, motion carried. Mishicot Area Ambulance Service Contract – Discussion. Board has concerns on the proposed contract contents, including but not limited to, the per capita rate adjustment, renewal timeline, and proposed contract distribution. Wegner will speak with other ambulance board members regarding the above items. Motion by Rahmlow, second by Rabitz, to table the matter until March 3, 2025. All voting aye by voice vote, motion carried. The town board requests that any new by-laws of the ambulance service be provided to the town board before adopting. Ordinance 2025-2 Comprehensive Plan Update – Public Hearing held February 3, 2025 regarding plan update. Motion by Rahmlow, second by Rabitz to enact Ordinance 2025-2 Adopting Update to the Comprehensive Land Use Plan of the Town of Gibson. All voting aye by voice vote, motion carried. Ordinance No. 2025-3 - Building, Driveway & Culverts and Petition Process for Rezoning, Conditional Use Permits or Requesting Variances – Motion by Ramlow, second by Rabitz, to enact Ordinance No. 2025-3 – Building, Driveway & Culverts and Petition Process for Rezoning, Conditional Use Permits or Requesting Variances. All voting aye by voice vote, motion carried. Ditch Cutting Agreement – Rabitz has agreement prepared. Clerk will post accordingly – due March 3. Herzog Claim – Clerk provided update on Rural Mutual Insurance January 7, 2025 correspondence to Mr. Herzog’s attorney and receipt of another statement from Mr. Herzog which will be forwarded to Rural Mutual. Rockledge Bridge Replacement – weekly update was forwarded by clerk to town board. ARIP Program - update – Town received ARIP Round 2 Project Award for Jambo Creek Road & Hillview Road; awaiting receipt of State Municipal Project Agreement (SMA) from WisDOT. Road Projects – various/updates – Clerk received reimbursement for Rabitz Road LRIP program. Gary Mueller (Manitowoc County Highway) reported 2 culverts on Rainbow Road require inspection under the Local Bridge Program. Motion by Rabitz, second by Rahmlow, to have Gary Mueller perform the necessary bridge inspections. All voting aye by voice vote, motion carried. Rabitz reported he will be looking at culverts on various roads that county will be doing work on in future for any necessary town action and he will explore the possibility of Manitowoc County performing some of the work on Old Y project. Liquor & Operator Licenses – Clerk reported no licenses/permits issued. Items for March 3, 2025 Agenda: snowplowing, ditch cutting agreement and items mentioned in these minutes Motion by Rahmlow, second by Rabitz to pay bills presented, including social security by EFT. All voting aye by voice vote, motion carried. Motion by Rabitz, second by Rahmlow, to adjourn. All voting aye by voice vote, motion carried. Meeting adjourned at 8:37 p.m. Linda S. Herman, Town Clerk