Town Board Meeting — Minutes

JANUARY 6, 2025 The January 6, 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, Marcus Kolorik and Michael Herzog. Motion by Rahmlow, second by Rabitz, to adopt agenda in any order. All voting aye by voice vote, motion carried. Minutes of December 2 and 12, 2024 meetings approved on motion by Rahmlow, second by Rabitz. All voting aye by voice vote, motion carried. Next regular meeting set for February 3, 2025 at 7:00 p.m. Public Comment – Michael Herzog hand delivered letter from his attorney (Godfrey & Kahn) dated January 6, 2025 along with document (statement 905736) dated 1/1/2025 regarding water issue claim. Building, Zoning & Culvert Permits – Clerk reported a building permit issued to Titus Beach, 3405 STH 147W, Two Rivers, WI for a car port. Town Board Reports – Clerk presented financial reports and reported on 2025 upcoming elections. Rahmlow reported tree on Zander Road taken care of. Wegner reported new ambulance service director will replace resigning Kristy Reynolds. All good at recycling center. Snowplowing- Rahmlow reported good communication with Kolarik and the timing of plowing is working well this season. Kolarik mentioned salt will be picked up from dock and town will receive weight slips – no charge for salt itself, only trucking fees. Resolution No. 2025-1 – 2024 Budget Amendment – Discussion. Motion by Rahmlow, second by Rabitz, to adopt Resolution No. 2025-1 2024 Budget Amendment. All voting aye by voice vote, motion carried. Bank First CD Maturity – Certificate of Deposit in amount of $52,956.95 matures on January 11, 2025. Motion by Rabitz, second by Rahmlow, to place funds from matured certificate into Bank First money market account. All voting aye by voice vote, motion carried. Local Government Investment Pool Deposit – Motion by Rahmlow, second by Rabitz, to deposit $375,000.00 in the Local Government Investment Pool account. All voting aye by voice vote, motion carried. Mishicot Area Ambulance Service Contract – Discussion on aspects of ambulance service, including proposed contract, contents of provided minutes, current board of directors, and meeting procedures. Board would like Wegner to obtain more details regarding the contract including how rate adjustment in proposed contract was determined and its negotiablity. Next ambulance meeting is January 28, 2025 at 6 p.m. Matter tabled until February 3. Mishicot Fire Department Contract – 2025 – Motion by Rahmlow, second by Rabitz, to approve and execute Mishicot Volunteer Fire Department Fire Protection Contract for March 2, 2025 to February 28, 2026. All voting aye by voice vote, motion carried. Building, Driveway & Culvert Ordinance Update – Review of proposed documents has been completed. Ordinance will be placed on February 3, 2025 agenda for enactment. Lover’s Lane – culvert issues - Both Wegner and Rahmlow confirmed John Johnson blocked culvert. Rahmlow asked him to come to the town board meeting to discuss the matter Ditch Spraying – No action. Remove from future agendas at this point. Herzog Claim – Clerk provided update on Rural Mutual Insurance recent correspondence to Herzog. With respect to correspondence received from Herzog’s attorney, it will be distributed to board and clerk will contact Rural Mutual Insurance representative. Old Y Road Project – Robert E. Lee & Associates Proposal –Robert E. Lee & Associates, Inc. Proposal for Engineering Design Services - Old Y Road Resurfacing Project was executed and will be returned. Town Hall – grounds/landscaping maintenance; cable in ditch – No action. Remove from agenda. Rockledge Bridge Replacement – weekly update was forwarded by clerk to town board. Rabitz reported cost of removal of contaminated soil will be increasing due to amount of material. ARIP Program - update - Clerk is expecting a press release from Governor Evers regarding awards this week. Road Projects – various/updates – Clerk reported reimbursement from Manitowoc County of remaining ARPA funds match for culverts and reimbursement for Rabitz Road LRIP program was submitted. Liquor & Operator Licenses – Clerk reported no licenses/permits issued. Items for February 3, 2025 Agenda: snowplowing, ditch cutting agreement and items mentioned in these minutes Motion by Rabitz, second by Rahmlow to pay bills presented, including social security by EFT. Payment to MCK Customs will be held until Rahmlow verifies accuracy. All voting aye by voice vote, motion carried. Motion by Rahmlow, second by Rabitz, to adjourn. All voting aye by voice vote, motion carried. Meeting adjourned at 8:31 p.m. Linda S. Herman, Town Clerk