Town Board Meeting — Minutes

TOWN BOARD MEETING November 11, 2025 The Town Board of the Town of Cooperstown, Manitowoc County, Wisconsin, convened an open session on November 11, 2025, following the public hearing and special electors meeting that started at 7:00 p.m., at the Town Hall for the purpose of transacting business as the Town Board. Town Chairman called the meeting to order at 7:12 p.m. Pledge of allegiance. Roll Call: Chairman Joe Havlovitz, Sup. Nick Propson, Sup. Anthony Shibler, Clerk Susan Kornely, Treasurer Bernadette Duescher and Constable Kelly Kane. Others present: Roadman Dan Kasten, County Supervisor James Falkowski and Jacob Heiser, Denmark News. Fifteen residents were present. The agenda has been publicly noticed at one posting site and on the town website. On a motion by Sup. Propson and seconded by Sup. Shibler, moved to approve the agenda as presented. Motion passed. On a motion by Sup. Shibler and seconded by Sup. Propson, moved to approve the minutes for October 14, 2025 Closed Session Meeting as presented. Motion passed. On a motion by Sup. Shibler and seconded by Sup. Propson, moved to approve the minutes for October 14, 2025 Town Board Meeting as presented. Motion passed. On a motion by Chairman Havlovitz and seconded by Sup. Shibler, moved to approve the minutes for October 24, 2025 Closed Session Meeting as presented. Motion passed. On a motion by Sup. Propson and seconded by Sup. Shibler, moved to approve the minutes for October 24, 2025 Special Town Board Meeting as presented. Motion passed. Reports Treasurer’s Finance Report – presented by the Treasurer. Town of Cooperstown received non- compliance advisory for the third year. Revaluation planned for 2027. Road and Equipment Report/Bridge & Culvert Reports – presented by Roadman Kasten Tower Excavating has completed ditching-Zander Rd, Natchwey Rd, Rameker Rd, Pleasant Rd, Rosecrans Rd, the culvert on Devil River Dr has been completed, snow fencing installation has started, equipment maintenance completed, request for 2 loads of gravel for Zeman Dr for bus turn around. On a motion by Chairman Havlovitz and seconded by Sup. Propson, moved to approve two loads of gravel for Zeman Dr. Motion passed. Obtain pricing on jetting out culverts. Industrial Waste Hauling Report – Chairman Havlovitz reported on NLC Energies routes for hauling. They are aware of secondary roads and trying to limit use with limited return runs. Constable Report – Constable Kane reported Roger Schroeder reported loose dogs on his property. Plan Commission Report – Clerk Kornely reported a letter received from the Board of Adjustment decision on the Conditional Use Permit for DNR Holdings LLC was approved. A second letter was received regarding a complaint filed with the Manitowoc County Board of Adjustment regarding the conditional use permit to Karl Lindgren. This is on the agenda for discussion. Building Inspector Report - Clerk Kornely reported on Building Permits: Watson- fire restoration to the home, Binish- transfer switch, and Landt- garage addition. Inspections: none. Razing: none. Zander and R property razing has begun. Utility Permit Report – Clerk Kornely reported: John Lyons, Acrospire - permit for fiber optics on Zander Rd to CTH R. Transfer Station Report – Sup. Shibler no report. Violation Report – Sup. Propson reported garbage being dumped in the ditches. Clerk Kornely received a call about someone living in a cabin. Constable will need to investigate. Public comments and suggestions from residents of the town and other person’s present. County Sup. James Falkowski will not be in attendance. James has decided not to seek another term after 12 years. Clerk Kornely read Nancy Weber’s letter on the Radtke Rd cul-de-sac into record. Lorri Havlovitz went through her notes on the timeline of the events of Radtke Rd cul- de-sac. Ann Marie Verlare will not discuss it as it is in the hands of the attorney. Lisa Loberger reported the cul-de-sac was supposed to be deeded to the town but was recorded on their deed at time of purchase in 1994. Public Hearing Discussion and action on Adoption of 2026 Final Budget, pursuant to § 60.40(4) – On a motion by Sup. Propson and seconded by Sup. Shibler, moved to approve the 2026 budget for $806,093. Motion approved. Discussion and action on 2025 Newsletter – Board reviewed the newsletter for 2025 added 12’ clearance for fire trucks, Annual Mtg April 21, 2026- discussion on exceeding levy limit. No action. Discussion and action on Radtke Rd cul-de-sac update – Chairman Havlovitz read the recent correspondence between attorney emails, Ann Marie Verlare’s emails, and Loberger’s attorney letter. No action. Discussion and action on Wages for Employees- On a motion by Sup. Shibler and seconded by Propson, moved to approved wage for Roadman Kasten to $29.50 from $28.50, Transfer Site wages move to $17.00 from $16.50, effective January 1, 2026. Motion approved. Discussion and action on complaints regarding Conditional Use permit – Karl Lindgren – Letter from the Manitowoc County Board of Adjustment regarding a complaint on the number of vehicles parked outside the complex is greater than the three allowed and the dyno meter is being used with the building doors open. A second complaint was the squealing of tires on the road. The town board will send a letter to the Manitowoc County Board of Adjustment that no complaints from other residents were received. Town Supervisor Nick Propson spoke with the adjoining neighbor to the east and had no complaints. A letter from the Town Board will be sent to Manitowoc County Board of Adjustment. No action. Discussion and action on increase to recycling charges for electronics and lightbulbs- On a motion by Chairman Havlovitz and seconded by Sup. Shibler, moved to approve a fee of $15 for CRT small TVS. Motion approved. Discussion and action on Building Inspector invoice – do not pay bill. Discussion and action on Ordinance Committee – no action. Manitowoc County Towns Association Unit Meeting – December 4th @ 6:00 – Seven Lakes Golf Course Ordinances, Resolutions and Agreements 2025-07 Resolution Approving Wages Effective January 1, 202 6 On a motion by Chairman Havlovitz and seconded by Sup. Shibler, moved to approve Resolution 2025 -07 Approving Wages Effective January 1, 2026 for Town Employees. Motion passed. Roll Call Vote: Propson- yes, Shibler-yes, Havlovitz-yes. Procedural Motions by members of town board On a motion by Sup. Shibler and seconded by Sup. Propson, moved to approve all checks as presented. Motion passed. Correspondence Future agenda: December 9th- Discussion and action on Radtke Rd cul-de-sac update, Discussion and action on Building Inspector invoice On a motion by Sup. Shibler and seconded by Sup. Propson, moved to adjourn. Motion passed. The meeting was adjourned at 8:48 p.m. Minutes approved December 9, 2025 Susan Kornely, Clerk