Bayfield County Board of Supervisors: County Board 2027 Budget Planning Meeting at 4PM and County Board Meeting at 6PM, May 26, 2026

1 Bayfield County Clerk Lynn M. Divine, County Clerk Jeran Delaine Deputy Clerk Erin Tibbits Clerk II Ph: 715.373.6100 ● Fx: 715.373.6153 ● Email: Lynn.Divine@bayfieldcounty.wi.gov ● 117 E. Fifth Street, PO Box 878, Washburn, WI 54891 BAYFIELD COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS Jan Lee, Chair, Fred Strand, Vice-Chair Steve Sandstrom, Jamie Tucker, Larry Fickbohm, Charly Ray, Jeffrey Olsen, Dennis Pocernich, Jeff Holte, Marty Milanowski, Jackie Roguski, James Crandall, Sue Rosa RE: May 26, 2026 Bayfield County Board of Supervisors’ Meeting Dear Supervisors: Please be advised that the monthly meeting of the Bayfield County Board of Supervisors will be held on Tuesday, May 26, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. There will also be a Budget Priority Planning Session of the Full Board beginning at 4pm. These meeting will be held in-person in the Bayfield County Board Room at 117 E 5th St Washburn, WI. Supervisors and the public will be able to participate in the meeting in-person or remotely via voice either by using the internet link or phone number below. Microsoft Teams meeting Join: https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/292837728109594?p=ZZ41gcYmnAdFt5c QfT Meeting ID: 292 837 728 109 594 Passcode: cW9Kb6u2 Need help? | System reference Dial in by phone +1 715-318-2087,,8958469# United States, Eau Claire Find a local number Phone conference ID: 895 846 9# For organizers: Meeting options | Reset dial-in PIN PLEASE BRING A PHONE OR IPAD FOR ONLINE SURVEY DURING BUDGET PLANNING SESSION. Please contact Bayfield County at 715-373-6181 or 715-373-6100. If you have access questions prior to the meeting. During the meeting if you have connection issues, please email mark.abeles-allison@bayfieldcounty.wi.gov. COUNTY BOARD 2027 BUDGET PLANNING 4PM 1. Call to Order Any person wishing to attend who, because of a disability, requires special accommodations, should contact the County Clerk’s office at 715-373-6100, at least 24 hours before the scheduled meeting time, so appropriate arrangements can be made. 2 2. Roll Call 3. Welcome and Opening Remarks; Jan Lee, County Board Chair 4. Budget Planning Presentation, Mark Abeles-Allison and Kelly Westlund 5. 2027 Budget Survey Questions and Background, 6. Wrap-Up, Discussion; Jan Lee, County Board Chair 7. Adjourn, 5:35 / Light dinner COUNTY BOARD 6PM. 1. Call to Order 2. Roll Call 3. Pledge of Allegiance 4. Discussion and Possible Action, Minutes April 21, 2026 5. Public Comment: Limited to 3 minutes per person, 15 minutes maximum. 6. Recognitions and Retirement Resolution a) Discussion and Possible Action Regarding Bayfield County Resolution 2026-40, Recognizing AARP Volunteer Tax Program and its Dedicated Volunteers for their Exceptional Service to Bayfield County and the Region. b) Discussion and Possible Action Regarding Bayfield County Resolution 2026-41, Recognition and Appreciation of Nicole Solheim, Cinnaire, Senior Vice President of Development c) Discussion and Possible Action Regarding Bayfield County Resolution 2026-42, Recognizing May as National Affordable Housing Month in Bayfield County d) Discussion and Possible Action Regarding Bayfield County Resolution 2026-43, Recognizing June as Pride Month in Bayfield County 7. Presentation, Sam Bach-Hanson and Ben Ludeman with Weld Riley, Corporation Counsel Presentation 8. Emergency Management Presentation and Countywide EMS Update; Meagan Quaderer 9. Mary Pardee, UW Extension Bayfield County 2025 Annual Report 10. Discussion and Possible Action Regarding Consent Agenda items: a. Discussion and Possible Action Public Safety Cost Recovery Ordinance b. Discussion and Possible Action, Bayfield County Resolution No. 2026-44, 2026 Housing Development Fellowship (WEDC) Budget Amendment and Contract approval. c. Discussion and Possible Action Regarding Wage Compensation Plan Amendment 3 d. Discussion and Possible Action, Bayfield County Resolution No. 2026-45 Amendment to Carry 2025 Budgeted Funds for CheqBUILT to the 2026 Budget e. Discussion and Possible Action, Bayfield County Resolution No. 2026-46, Reproductive Health Family Planning Program Dual Protection Grant f. Discussion and Possible Action, Bayfield County Resolution No. 2026-47, Health Department Budget Amendment g. Discussion and Possible Action, Bayfield County Resolution No. 2026-48, 2026 Crisis Intervention Grant Budget Amendment h. Discussion and Possible Action Regarding Bayfield County Resolution 2026- 49, Hazelnut Accelerator (SCBG) Grant Budget Amendment 11. Discussion and Possible Action Regarding WCA Platform Resolutions: a. Bayfield County Resolution No. 2026-50, Supporting the Removal of Wisconsin State and Use Taxes on Materials Used in Public Road Construction and Maintenance Projects b. Bayfield County Resolution No. 2026-51, Support for Funding of the Knowles- Nelson Stewardship Program c. Bayfield County Resolution No. 2026-52, Supporting County Innovation in Alternative Funding Sources Through the Establishment of Public Private Partnership Statutes in Wisconsin. d. Bayfield County Resolution No. 2026-53, Supporting Increased Payment to Towns with County Forest Lands e. Bayfield County Resolution No. 2026-54, Supporting Regional Collaboration and Shared Service Delivery through County Criminal Justice Coordinating Councils (CJCCs) f. Bayfield County Resolution No. 2026-55, Supporting a State-Local Fleet Efficiency and Public Safety Operations Cost Stabilization Program 12. Discussion and Possible Action Regarding Bayfield County Resolution 2026-56, Authorization of Lower-Level Bathroom Repair Project Budget Amendment 13. Appointment By Board Chair and Confirmation of Board of Adjustment full and alternate members by Board. a) Shari Eggleson, Reappointment, Town of Bayview, July 31, 2026 – June 30, 2029 b) Adrian Wydeven, Reappointment. Town of Namakagon, July 31, 2026-June 30, 2029 c) Alternate: New Appointment, for term ending June 30, 2027. Christine Liebhauser, Town of Grand View 14. Discussion and Possible Action Regarding Bayfield County Resolution 2026-57 Energy Innovation Grant Program Resolution 15. Discussion and Possible Action Regarding Bayfield County Resolution 2026-58 Authorization to Sign the Department of Administration Non-State Grant and Land Use Restriction Agreement for the Iron River Highway Garage and Courthouse Dome Projects 16. Discussion and Possible Action Regarding Bayfield County Resolution 2026-59 to Proceed with Department of Energy Projects and Contracts as approved in the 2026 Budget. 17. Discussion and Possible Action, Resolution 2026-60 FY 2026 Daily Use Radio Grant Program Authorization and Budget Amendment. 18. Reports 4 a. Delta Dam On Scenic Drive b. WCA Annual Conference, September 20-22 c. How to Access Agendas, Teams, Web, and Email d. Projects: Arganbright Road, Northern Lights Health Services, Courthouse Dome, Iron River Highway, DOE, e. Forestry Financial Outlook f. Highway 2, Fish Creek Park and Ride Closure during bridge construction on US 2, end of June, early July. The existing traffic signals need to be moved farther out, requiring overlap with the parking and a short closure. Signage will be added notifying residents and an alternate parking area will be provided at the Eileen Town Hall off of State Farm Road. g. County Board Photo 19. Future County Board Meeting Dates: a. June 30, 2026 b. July 28, 2026 c. August 25, 2026 20. Supervisors’ Reports 21. The Board may entertain a motion to move in and out of Closed Session pursuant to §19.85(1) (c) Considering employment, promotion, compensation or performance evaluation data of any public employee over which the governmental body has jurisdiction or exercises responsibility when a closed session is required and pursuant to §19.85(1) (g) Conferring with legal counsel for the governmental body who is rendering oral or written advice concerning strategy to be adopted by the body with respect to litigation in which it is or is likely to become involved. 1. Corporation Counsel Contract 22. Adjournment. Sincerely, LYNN M. DIVINE Bayfield County Clerk LMD/ejt Narrative, May 26, BUDGET PLANNING / COUNTY BOARD MEETING BUDGET PLANNING Narrative, May 26, 2026, 4PM Item 4: The annual budget planning meeting will focus on determining priority projects of the Board. After this meeting, guidance is shared with Department Heads for the new year budget. The initial presentation will include background materials and setting the scene for how Bayfield County is positioned today. Item 5: We will share a series of questions to help shape 2027 budget preparations. COUNTY BOARD NARRATIVE, 6PM Item 6: • Recognitions of the Tax Program Volunteers providing free tax assistance to Bayfield County Residents every year. V olunteers have led this free tax preparation effort for 12 years! • Recognition of Andy Runice, Bayfield County Chief Deputy • Recognition of Nicole Solheim, Cinnaire Developer for the recent 40 unit housing development in Washburn. Nicole is leaving Cinnaire but will continue to work in Wisconsin on housing issues. • Resolution recognizing June as Pride month in Bayfield County Item 7: Sam Bach-Hanson with Weld Riley will make a Corporation Counsel presentation to the full board in person. Sam presented virtually to the Exec Committee in May. Sam may join the board at 530 also. A closed session at the end of the meeting will be held to discuss potential contract negotiation topics for Corporation Counsel. Item 8: Meagan Quaderer and/or Bryan Zieman will provide a Countywide EMS Status update. Item 9. The Annual Extension Report will be given by Mary Pardee. Item 10. Consent agenda items may be addressed with one motion as a group or individual items may be removed from the consent agenda and acted on individually. a. Public Safety Cost recovery ordinance has incorporated County Board and Executive Committee comments. Exec Committee approved and recommended to the full board. b. This resolution and contract approval is for an $80k Wisconsin Economic Development Fellow grant that would provide housing development assistance over a year’s time. Kelly wrote this application for funding and will be overseeing this individual. Executive Committee has approved and recommended to Board. c. The Personnel and Executive Committees have approved a structural change to the recently adopted Wage Compensation Study. Cost implication is approximately $44k in 2026, proposed for implementation retro to January 1. Provides for step increases where a grade change occurred if the previous wage grade and step was higher. d. This budget amendment carries forward $100k in unspent Cheqbuilt Housing Funds from 2025. Approved by Exec. e. The Health Board approved budget amendment increases budgeted revenues for the family planning grant by $12,317. f. This Health Board approved budget amendment accounts for adjustments in state and federal grants with a net impact of $36,115 to the positive. g. This Criminal Justice grant, approved by Executive Committee provides for receipt of a $62,627 grant for suicide and mental health prevention initiatives. h. The Extension Committee has approved this budget neutral amendment for $18,457 for Jason Fischbach’s Hazelnut Accelerator grant. Item 11: WCA Platform Issues are attached. If approved these will be forwarded to WCA and reviewed for the 2026 Annual Business Meeting consideration. The resolutions include: • Payments to Towns with County Forest • Sales Tax Exemption on local government road construction • Criminal Justice Program sharing • Knowles Nelson Funding continuation • Local Fleet Efficiency Incentives • Public Private Partnership Statutes Item 12. The Executive Committee recommended modification of the lower level restroom project onto the full board. The attached resolution lists a total budget amendment of $74,000 with a total cost of $114,500 including contingency. This project will address sewer line low spots and sewer backups in the facility. Item 13: Two reappointments to the Bayfield County Board of Adjustment (Shari Eggleson and Adrian Wydeven) and one new alternate appointment (Christine Liebhauser) are up for consideration by the County Board. Appointments are made by the chair with confirmation by the Board. Item 14. The Wisconsin Office of Energy Independence has announced the Energy Innovation Grant Program. A proposal to apply for the grant ($250k) for an electrical vehicle rollout pilot is planned. The project would leverage county vehicle purchases and request supplemental costs for electric vehicles together with staffing assistance to develop a model Rural Local Government Electric Vehicle Fleet initiative that could be replicated in other areas of the state. Item 15: The Wisconsin Department of Administration has announced the Non-State Grant programs awardees. Bayfield County applied for courthouse dome and Iron River Highway Projects. A total of $142,000 was awarded. Authorization is requested to proceed with these projects. Item 16: Department of Energy Projects are underway as previously approved and included in the 2026 budget. Authorization to sign project documents is requested. Item 17. Bayfield County was approved for a $2,175,500 grant for radio equipment. Approval is required within 30 days of award. This resolution authorizes signature and an amendment to the budget in 2026 in the amount of approximately $321,000 in 2026 with a 20% or $64,200 match. Remaining cost share and project funds (this is a reimbursement grant) will be budgeted in 2027. Item 18. Reports • Delta Dam on Scenic View Road. This dam is in need of repair. There is no registered owner of the Dam. We are talking with the Town of Delta regarding this. • WCA Annual Conference is September 20-22, please contact Lynn/Erin ASAP if you plan to attend. • A how to sheet on the various ways of accessing agendas will be presented. • County projects in 2026 are underway with many under construction. A short summary is below: o Northern Lights: Parking and Hallway HV AC underway. o Iron River Garage: Roof under contract, masonry building next week o Arganbright Road: Waiting on DOT final go ahead o DOE Projects: Some projects underway, others waiting on DOE approvals • Forestry Financial Outlook: Timber sale revenue continues to underperform, currently producing roughly 35% under budget and nearly 45% below the three-year average. V olatile markets, irregular and less predictable seasons, and a significant loss of market capacity (since 2020, WI has lost approximately 30% of the state’s timber processing capacity, primarily due to numerous regional mill closures), have influenced pricing and harvesting activity. If this trend continues, sale of wood revenue could be $1.0 million under budget in 2026. The good news: timber sale contracts not completed in 2026 remain on the books. There is a good chance many of these sales go active in 2027 and we end up above normal next year. This trend of peaks and valleys in revenue has become the new norm over the past 5+ years, but also makes it even more difficult to accurately predict returns (ex. timber sale revenue was $1.5 million over budget in 2024). Also, over the last six months the carbon program has produced a little over $3.0 million in new credit sales. While exciting, we still have little history with carbon credit sales, making future predictions difficult and unreliable. But, over the short-term, the recent string of strong carbon sales will help temper the impact of the underperforming timber sale program. Lower timber sales in 2026 will surely influence 2027 budget prep, likely resulting in a decrease in budgeted returns and expenses. • The DOT plans to close the Fish Creek Park and Ride for two weeks in late June early July as they will be moving the stop light for the fish creek bridge project. Signs will be posted in advance noticing the upcoming closure with alternate parking sites listed. • We would like to get a photo of the full county board. 1 Bayfield County Clerk Lynn M. Divine, County Clerk Jeran Delaine Deputy Clerk Erin Tibbits Clerk II Ph: 715.373.6100 ● Fx: 715.373.6153 ● Email: Lynn.Divine@bayfieldcounty.wi.gov ● 117 E. Fifth Street, PO Box 878, Washburn, WI 54891 MINUTES Monthly Meeting of the Bayfield County Board of Supervisors April 21, 2026 Board Member Swearing-In held in the Bayfield County Courtroom, Courthouse, Washburn WI Meeting Held in the Bayfield County Board Room, Courthouse, Washburn, WI Swearing-In: The thirteen newly elected County Board members were sworn in at 8:30 a.m. by Judge John Anderson in the Bayfield County Courtroom and each board member signed the oath of office. Building Tour: The County Board members were given a tour of the main level of the Bayfield County Courthouse. Call to Order: The monthly meeting of the Bayfield County Board of Supervisors was called to order at 9:45 a.m. by County Clerk, Lynn Divine. Roll Call was taken by County Clerk, Lynn Divine, as follows: Steve Sandstrom - present; Jamie Tucker - present; Larry Fickbohm - present; Charly Ray - present; Jan Lee – present; Jeff Olsen - present; Dennis Pocernich – present; Fred Strand – present; Jeff Holte - present; Marty Milanowski – present; Jackie Roguski – present; Jim Crandall - present; Sue Rosa – present. Present -13, Absent -0. A quorum was present to conduct business. Others Present: Mark Abeles-Allison, County Administrator; Kelly Westlund, Deputy Administrator; Lynn M. Divine, County Clerk; Erin Tibbits, Clerk II; Kris Kavajecz, Human Resources Director; and other members of the public. Pledge of Allegiance: The Pledge of Allegiance was recited by all in attendance. Election of Bayfield County Board Chair: Abeles-Allsion discussed election rules and suggested they be incorporated in the County Board Rules. Fickbohm requested tally be kept secret and only the winner announced to allow for continuity within the Board. There was a consensus. Ray nominated Jan Lee. Milanowski nominated Dennis Pocernich. Pocernich made a motion to close nominations for chairman, seconded by Crandall. Motion carried, Yes-13, No-0; Absent-0. Secret ballot vote was conducted, and votes were counted by County Clerk Lynn Divine and Clerk II Erin Tibbits. While votes were being counted Abeles-Allison gave an update on severe weather that occurred in Bayfield County on April 17, 2026, with large pine trees falling on the front lawn of the courthouse, some broken windows in the dome and shingles and siding damage due to extreme winds. Many 2 properties sustained damage and many residents lost power. Bayfield County had facilities open for affected residents to come and warm up and charge phones. Divine announced Jan Lee as new County Board Chair. Election of Bayfield County Board Vice Chair: Milanowski nominated Strand. Fickbohm made a motion to close nomination, seconded by Holte. Pocernich made a motion to cast a unanimous vote for Strand, seconded by Ray. Yes-13; No-0; Absent-0. Motion carried. Youth Government Scholarship: Washburn High School senior Aiden Bodine introduced himself. Aiden will be attending the University of Wisconsin-Stout majoring in mechanical engineering. Aiden stated that he is interested in the field of thermo-dynamics. Discussion and Possible Action Regarding Ordinance Amendment, Combining Executive and Personnel Committees, Bayfield County Amendatory Ordinance No. 2026-07: Abeles-Allison discussed updates and the background of the two committees. Sandstrom made a motion to approve Amendatory Ordinance No. 2026-07, seconded by Strand. Board members asked Abeles-Allison questions. Pocernich stated he is not in favor due to there being too many issues to be discussed within one monthly meeting. Crandall stated concerns that this will create a super committee. Abeles- Allison discussed the benefits of combining the two committees and answered additional questions from the board members. Fickbohm called for a Roll Call vote. Yes-12; No-1; Absent-0. Motion carried. Motion to close the discussion made by Roguski, seconded by Holte. Yes-13, No-0; Absent-0. Motion carried. Roll Call vote to approve Amendatory Ordinance 2026-07; Ray-Yes; Sandstrom-Yes; Crandall-No; Olsen-Yes; Pocernich-No; Tucker-Yes; Fickbohm-No; Rosa-No; Roguski-No; Lee-No, Strand-Yes, Milanowski-No, Holte-No. Motion failed. Yes-5; No-8; Absent-0. Highway and Executive Committee Caucus and Appointments and Confirmation. Supervisors broke into small groups (2-3 members) based on their highway districts. Groups chose a Highway and Executive Committee member and recommended the selections to the board as follows: District 1: Sandstrom-Executive, Tucker-Highway District 2: Strand-Executive, Fickbohm-Highway District 3: Lee-Executive, Olsen-Highway District 4: Pocernich-Executive, Milanowski-Highway District 5: Crandall-Executive, Roguski-Highway Abeles-Allison noted that once the Highway Committee meets, one more member will be elected to the Executive Committee. Olsen made a motion to confirm committee selections, seconded by Rosa. Yes-12; No-0; Abstain-1; Absent-0. Motion carried. Bayfield County Board of Supervisors Orientation: Power Point presentation. a) Introduction: Westlund discussed packet provided to board members which included board rules, district maps, contact information, organizational charts, budget information, open meetings law, committee chair reference guides, statutory references, and WCA 3 handbook. Divine discussed WCA packet which included County Official’s Handbook, COWS workshop flyer, and other information from WCA. b) Abeles-Allison welcomed board members and discussed the revised County Board Rules document, county board agendas, minutes, board and committee meetings, and related definitions. c) Corporation Counsel John Carlson discussed the open meetings law, ethics and the roles of corporation counsel. Board members discussed email communication between members and Carlson spoke on best practices for this type of communication. d) Westlund spoke on committee chair roles and responsibilities and answered questions from board members. Board members discussed Bayfield County procedures for public comment. e) Human Resources Director, Kris Kavajecz provided an overview of Bayfield County policies and procedures. She spoke on county structure, HR policies and compensation, travel and reimbursement, harassment and bullying, vehicles and parking and the Employee Assistance Program. Lunch and Meet and Greet at 11:35 a.m. Meeting called back into session at 12:02 p.m. Approval of March 31, 2026 Minutes: Milanowski made a motion to approve the March 31, 2026, meeting Minutes, seconded by Roguski. Ray stated that his first name was misspelled on page one and that there was a period instead of a comma on page three indicating $111.570 instead of $111,570. Milanowski made a motion to approve the March 31, 2026, meeting Minutes with corrections, seconded by Roguski. Tucker spoke of error on page one, which stated he was running for District 1, versus District 2. Westlund stated Abeles-Allison was misspelled throughout document. Milanowski made a motion to approve the March 31, 2026, meeting Minutes with all corrections, seconded by Roguski. Motion carried. Yes-13; No-0; Absent-0. Public Comment: Joe Bates-Bad River Tribal Member. Voiced concerns regarding relocating Enbridge Pipeline #5 due to threats to water and resources on tribal land. Matthew Bjork- Voiced concerns regarding Enbridge reroute and reimbursement for police and other services ordinance. Bayfield County Resolution No. 2026-35 Retirement of Deidre Zifki, Clerk of Court. Milanowski made a motion to approve Bayfield County Resolution No. 2026-35, seconded by Ray. Motion carried. Yes-13; No-0; Absent-0. Housing Program Update: Westlund provided updates on housing projects in the area. Aurora Place, a 40-unit housing project, opened in January 2026, and is at full occupancy. The grand opening is tentatively scheduled for July 8, 2026. Bayfield County is working with Wild River’s Habitat for Humanity and Cheq Built to build ten modular homes on four acres next to Aurora Place. Efforts are also being made to address independent senior housing concerns in Cornucopia and Iron River. Westlund reported that Ryan Hogan has been hired as the UW- Extension part-time housing educator. 4 Countywide EMS Update: Meagan Quaderer provided a Countywide EMS Project Timeline document and stated there is a meeting on May 18, 2026, for all EMS stakeholders to discuss two proposals to help resolve EMS struggles with resiliency. The two proposals are a quick response vehicle and a transport service to help support local EMS services. The hope for the meeting on April 18, 2026, is to get a clear direction on where stakeholders want to go and to discuss funding options. Quaderer answered questions by Board members. Discussion and Possible Action Regarding Bayfield County Resolution No. 2026-39 Declaration of A State of Emergency, April 17, 2026, Severe Weather Storm Damage. Quaderer stated that this resolution will make disaster aid funding available if a threshold is met. Roguski made a motion to approve Resolution 2026-39, seconded by Holte. Motion carried. Yes-13, No-0; Absent-0. Discussion and Possible Action Regarding Consent Agenda items: Bayfield County Veteran’s Service Officer, Jeremy Bates, read and spoke in support of Consent Agenda item c, Bayfield County Resolution 2026-38 In Recognition of Memorial Day 2026. a. Discussion and Possible Action, Bayfield County Resolution No. 2026-36 to designate the Week of May 17-23, 2026, as Emergency Medical Services Week (EMS Week) b. Discussion and Possible Action, Bayfield County Resolution 2026-37 Appreciation of Town, City, Village, and County Clerks and Election Workers for a Smooth April 7, 2026 Election c. Discussion and Possible Action, Bayfield County Resolution 2026-38 In Recognition of Memorial Day 2026 d. Discussion and Possible Action, Bayfield County Resolution 2026-27 2026 Budget Amendment for Sheriff’s Protective Safety Equipment e. Discussion and Possible Action, Bayfield County Amendatory Ordinance No. 2026-06, ATV Routes a. Town of Barnes CTH N, Kickapoo to Pease and CTH A, A to N to Eight Mile Lake Road b. City of Washburn, CTH C, 8th to Big Rock, Temporary (March – December 2027) Crandall made a motion to approve the consent agenda, seconded by Milanowski. Roll Call vote: Sandstrom-Yes; Roguski-Yes; Pocernich-Yes; Tucker-Yes; Crandall-Yes; Fickbohm-Yes; Holte-Yes; Ray-Yes; Milanowski-Yes; Olsen-Yes; Lee-Yes; Rosa-Yes; Strand-Yes. Motion carried. Yes-13; No-0; Absent-0. Discussion regarding Public Safety Cost Ordinance: Westlund stated that the ordinance is intended to charge for extraordinary public safety services not required by statute, establishing a transparent policy and fee schedule. Ray, Strand and Holte raised questions about definitions, agreements and cost recovery. Discussion regarding WCA Platform resolutions (action required by May 26): Abeles- Allison discussed the process for submitting platform resolutions to the Wisconsin Counties 5 Association, encouraged board members to submit topics, and reminded members of the mid- June deadline for new submissions. Reports: a. Election Report: County Clerk, Lynn Divine reported that the Election on April 7th went well with only minor errors, including an overstated vote count in one township, with the record being corrected on May 5th. This overstatement had no impact on the results of the election. b. Committee Assignments: Abeles-Allison stated the plan is to have assignments distributed shortly after the board meeting ends. c. WCA Regional Meeting, Hayward and Annual Conference: Ables-Allison encouraged members to attend. d. Zoning Public Meetings will be held in Cable, Bayfield, Iron River, April 29th and 30th. Abeles-Allison encouraged board members to attend. e. Energy Projects Status Report: Abeles-Allison reported projects are progressing and within budget. f. Municipal Newsletter: https://www.bayfieldcounty.wi.gov/DocumentCenter/View/20708/Municipal-Newsletter- April-2026: Abeles-Allison discussed newsletter which is focused on local government. g. County Official Training: https://myemail.constantcontact.com/Register-Today-for-2026- County-Officials-Workshops--COWS-.html?soid=1102905912951&aid=UMxPzJOJbmk h. District Meeting: https://myemail.constantcontact.com/2026-WCA-Annual-Business- Meeting-Call-for-Resolutions.html?soid=1102905912951&aid=ESYnRPPumIc: Abeles- Allison stated that board members can click on links to register or contact County Clerk. i. County Picnic: June 16th or 18th (rain date). j. Corporation Counsel RFP: Abeles-Allison stated that proposals are coming in and the plan is to have presentations at the Executive Committee meeting on May 14th and a possible recommendation to the County Board’s May 26th meeting. k. Cable Library Letter: Abeles-Allison stated that the Cable Library just finished construction and used some of Bayfield County’s library funds. Future County Board Meeting Dates a. May 26, 2026, 4 p.m. Budget Planning at 4pm, County Board at 6pm. b. June 30, 2026, 6 p.m. c. July 28, 2026, 6 p.m. Adjournment: There being no further business to discuss, Lee adjourned the meeting at 12:55 p.m. Respectfully submitted Lynn M. Divine Bayfield County Clerk lmd/ejt 6 Copies of Bayfield County Resolutions may be obtained by contacting the Bayfield County Clerk’s Office at (715) 373-6100 The Bayfield County Code of Ordinances can be found at https://www.bayfieldcounty.wi.gov/752/County-Ordinances RECOGNIZING THE AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF RETIRED PEOPLE (AARP) VOLUNTEER TAX PROGRAM AND ITS DEDICATED VOLUNTEERS FOR THEIR EXCEPTIONAL SERVICE TO BAYFIELD COUNTY AND THE REGION WHEREAS, the AARP Volunteer Tax Program, offered in partnership with the AARP Foundation, the Internal Revenue Service, and the Wisconsin Department of Revenue, provides essential no-cost tax preparation assistance to individuals and families; and WHEREAS, Bayfield County proudly serves as the sponsor site for this important program, which has now completed its 12th year of operation locally; and WHEREAS, during the current tax season, the program assisted approximately 264 individual tax returns, bringing its 12-year total to 2,201 completed returns; and WHEREAS, while serving primarily Bayfield County residents, the program also supports individuals from neighboring communities and counties, including Hayward, Solon Springs, and even as far away as Eau Claire, reflecting both the need for these services and the regional significance of the Bayfield County site; and WHEREAS, with the nearest comparable AARP tax assistance site located in Spooner and many other sites having closed due to volunteer shortages, the continued success of the Bayfield County site highlights the extraordinary commitment and stability of its volunteer team; and WHEREAS, under the leadership of a main coordinator with the dedicated service of six core volunteers—many serving for well over a decade and several over the age of 80—continue to devote their time, energy, and expertise to this mission; and WHEREAS, these volunteers complete rigorous annual training and certification requirements, ensuring they are fully prepared to provide accurate, professional, and welcoming assistance during tax season; and WHEREAS, with professional tax preparation fees often exceeding $300 for a basic return, the estimated value of services provided this year alone exceeds $70,000, representing substantial financial support that remains in the hands of residents and strengthens local communities; and WHEREAS, these volunteers have provided years of dedicated service without seeking recognition, yet their contributions deserve formal appreciation by the county they so faithfully serve; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Bayfield County Board of Supervisors hereby expresses its deepest gratitude and formal recognition of the AARP Volunteer Tax Program and its volunteers for their outstanding contributions to Bayfield County and surrounding communities; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this resolution be entered into the official record, shared publicly at a County Board meeting, and that letters of appreciation be presented to each volunteer in acknowledgment of their extraordinary service and enduring commitment to others. Resolution No. 2026-40 By Action of the: Bayfield County Board of Supervisors ____________________________________________ Jan Lee, Chair STATE OF WISCONSIN ) ) ss. COUNTY OF BAYFIELD ) I, Lynn M. Divine, Bayfield County Clerk, hereby certify that the foregoing is a true and correct copy of Resolution No. 2026-40, Volume 30, adopted by the Bayfield County Board of Supervisors at their meeting held on the 26th day of May 2026. _________________________________________ Lynn M. Divine, Bayfield County Clerk Resolution No. 2026-41 Recognition and Appreciation of Nicole Solheim Cinnaire, Senior Vice President of Development WHEREAS, Nicole Solheim has served as a valued and deeply collaborative partner to Bayfield County through her work with Cinnaire Solutions on the 40-unit Aurora Place affordable housing development in the City of Washburn; and WHEREAS, Aurora Place represents a major step forward in addressing Bayfield County’s need for high-quality, affordable rental housing for working families, seniors, and community members seeking to live and remain in the area; and WHEREAS, Nicole brought exceptional leadership, professionalism, creativity, and persistence to the project, guiding it from early planning and partnership development through financing, construction, and occupancy; and WHEREAS, Nicole’s work reflected her stated life vision: “to live a life of continuous growth, with a commitment to my family and community, and the creation of HOME for all”; and WHEREAS, through her leadership, the Aurora Place project began construction in February 2025, welcomed its first residents in December 2025, and opened all 40 units for habitation by March 2026; and WHEREAS, all 40 units are now occupied, providing safe, stable, and affordable homes for Bayfield County residents and strengthening the broader Washburn and Bayfield County community; and WHEREAS, Bayfield County wishes to recognize not only Nicole’s technical expertise and project leadership, but also the spirit of partnership, patience, good humor, and shared purpose she brought to this work. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Bayfield County Board of Supervisors extends its sincere appreciation and thanks to Nicole Solheim for her critical role in bringing Aurora Place to life and for helping create new homes and new possibilities for Bayfield County residents; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that Bayfield County wishes Nicole continued success, fulfillment, and impact in her next chapter; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that, in recognition of Nicole’s dedication to creating “HOME for all,” Bayfield County offers the following tribute, to the tune of Home on the Range: Verse 1 Oh give us a leader so steady and strong, Who guided the work all the way, From first plans and meetings through ribbon and song, Nicole helped Aurora Place stay. With Washburn and Bayfield all working as one, She brought folks together with care, A partnership built for the good of us all, Creating new homes people share. Verse 2 She led every team through the challenges faced, Kept schedules and budgets in line, Yet she made sure quality never gave way, And community goals stayed in mind. For families and workers who needed a start, For commuters who traveled each day, She opened affordable rental doors wide, And helped more folks choose here to stay. By Action of the: Bayfield County Board of Supervisors ____________________________________________ Jan Lee, Chair STATE OF WISCONSIN ) ) ss. COUNTY OF BAYFIELD ) I, Lynn M. Divine, Bayfield County Clerk, hereby certify that the foregoing is a true and correct copy of Resolution No. 2026-41, Volume 30, adopted by the Bayfield County Board of Supervisors at their meeting held on the 26th day of May 2026. _________________________________________________ Lynn M. Divine, Bayfield County Clerk Resolution Recognizing May as National Affordable Housing Month in Bayfield County WHEREAS, safe, stable, and affordable housing is essential to the health, dignity, economic security, and overall well-being of individuals and families; and WHEREAS, May is recognized as Affordable Housing Month, an opportunity to foster public conversation and recognize the role affordable housing plays in building thriving, healthy, and connected communities; and WHEREAS, affordable housing is not only a shelter issue, but also a workforce, economic development, public health, senior services, and community resilience issue; and WHEREAS, Bayfield County communities continue to face significant housing challenges, including limited year-round rental availability, rising housing costs, aging housing stock, infrastructure constraints, and difficulty attracting and retaining workers due to a lack of attainable housing options; and WHEREAS, these challenges affect residents across the income spectrum, including seniors, young families, local workers, people with disabilities, veterans, and residents experiencing or at risk of homelessness; and WHEREAS, Bayfield County has identified housing as a priority through its Comprehensive Plan, housing partnerships, grant efforts, and support for local and regional housing initiatives; and WHEREAS, Bayfield County recognizes the importance of housing choice, including rental housing, homeownership opportunities, senior housing, accessible housing, and community- based models that help residents remain rooted in the county; and WHEREAS, recent and ongoing efforts include support for new affordable and workforce housing development, rehabilitation of existing housing, senior housing concepts, public housing authority capacity, infrastructure planning, broadband access for tenants, and partnerships to expand housing opportunities throughout the county; and WHEREAS, continued progress will require collaboration among local governments, tribal partners, nonprofit organizations, employers, developers, housing authorities, funders, residents, and community advocates; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Bayfield County Board of Supervisors hereby recognizes May as National Affordable Housing Month in Bayfield County; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the County affirms that affordable, attainable, safe, and stable housing is essential to Bayfield County’s communities, economy, workforce, and residents; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that Bayfield County expresses its appreciation for the many partners working to expand housing opportunities and encourages continued collaboration, public engagement, and investment in practical, locally driven housing solutions. No. 2026-42 By Action of the: Bayfield County Board of Supervisors ____________________________________________ Jan Lee, Chair STATE OF WISCONSIN ) ) ss. COUNTY OF BAYFIELD ) I, Lynn Divine, Bayfield County Clerk, hereby certify that the foregoing is a true and correct copy of Resolution No. 2026-42, Volume 30, adopted by the Bayfield County Board of Supervisors at their meeting held on the 26th day of May 2026. _________________________________________ Lynn Divine, Bayfield County Clerk Resolution No. 2026 - 43 Recognizing June as PRIDE Month in Bayfield County WHEREAS, the Bayfield County Board joins in the Recognition of June as LGBTQ+ PRIDE Month, which was born out of the Stonewall uprising in New York City on June 28, 1969; and WHEREAS, Bayfield County supports the rights of every citizen to experience equality and freedom from discrimination; and, WHEREAS Wisconsin was the first state to ban discrimination based on sexual orientation in employment, housing, education, credit and all public accommodations; and, WHEREAS, LGBTQ+ people have struggled with adversity to achieve full inclusion in American society; and WHEREAS, Unnamed LGBTQ+ people across many centuries have held careers and raised families in Bayfield County; and WHEREAS, All peoples regardless of age, gender identity or expression, race, ethnicity, religion, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation or physical abilities have the right to be treated on the basis of their intrinsic value as human beings; and WHEREAS Bayfield County personnel policies prohibit discrimination in any form; and WHEREAS, Being a place that is perceived as open, safe and accessible to people of diverse backgrounds is critical to ensure Bayfield County’s future prosperity; and WHEREAS, Inclusion is a fundamental component of economic success; and WHEREAS, Bayfield County can set a positive example for our communities in ensuring all peoples respect; NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Bayfield County Board of Supervisors, assembled this 26th day of May 2026, does hereby recognize the month of June as PRIDE Month in Bayfield County. NOW THEREFORE BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that residents will live and work together with a commitment to mutual respect and understanding, embracing contributions of LGBTQ+ people in Bayfield County. By Action of the: Bayfield County Board of Supervisors __________________________________________ Jan Lee, Chair STATE OF WISCONSIN ) ) ss. COUNTY OF BAYFIELD ) I, Lynn M. Divine, Bayfield County Clerk, hereby certify that the foregoing is a true and correct copy of Resolution No. 2026-43, Volume 30, adopted by the Bayfield County Board of Supervisors at their meeting held on the 26th day of May, 2026. Lynn M. Divine, Bayfield County Clerk _________________________________________________ Bayfield County EMS System Proposal Overview Bayfield County’s EMS system is at a decision point. For decades, emergency medical response has depended on a strong local volunteer model, but the conditions that supported that model have changed. Volunteer availability is declining, call volume is increasing, and local services now depend on a small number of responders to keep ambulances staffed. In 2025, Bayfield County had 108 missed-call events. This was primarily due to staffing gaps and constituted a 65% increase over the prior year. The goal is not to replace local ambulance services or diminish the role of volunteers. The goal is to create a more reliable countywide safety net that supports local agencies, reduces missed calls, and improves emergency response for residents and visitors. What’s been done so far: The County Board began a planning process in 2021 to address countywide EMS staffing challenges. A system study recommended hiring an EMS Coordinator, and that position was filled in 2025. EMS Directors across the County then worked together to develop the primary implementation concepts outlined below. The County has gathered additional information through consultant analysis, stakeholder input, cost modeling, and direct feedback from regional EMS partners. Staff are now preparing a Request for Proposals (RFP) to determine whether regional partners can offer a workable EMS safety-net solution. The intent is to bring a recommended proposal back to the County Board in time to make informed decisions for the 2027 budget. Options and approaches under consideration: 1. County-supported transporting ambulance service: This model would establish a County-supported ambulance capable of responding when local services are unavailable or need support. It could involve purchasing, leasing, or partnering for use of an ambulance. The intent would be to supplement, not replace, existing local ambulance services. 2. EMT quick response / staffing pool model: This model would create a shared countywide EMT staffing pool using a quick response vehicle. Staff could respond directly to EMS calls and, when appropriate, serve as crew members with local volunteer ambulance services. 3. Regional partner / contracted service model: The RFP process will invite regional partners to propose service models that meet the County’s reliability goals. This could include dedicated coverage, phased staffing, advanced or basic life support, use of existing vehicles or facilities, or other partnership approaches. Key considerations for the Board: • Reliability is the shared priority. Stakeholder feedback showed strong consensus that residents and visitors should be able to count on timely, dependable 24/7 ambulance response across the County. • The public appears open to change, but local identity matters. There is strong support for a combination career/volunteer staffing model county-wide, but also significant concern about preserving local service, volunteers, community identity, response times, and existing paramedic services. • The RFP process may reduce risk. Before building a new County-operated service, the County can test whether regional partners can provide coverage faster, more efficiently, or with existing assets. This may reduce startup costs, facility needs, administrative burden, recruitment challenges, and implementation risk. • This is a meaningful investment in public safety, resilience, and the ability to respond when people need help most. Current estimates for a safety-net approach show a first-year tax impact of roughly $21 to $34 on a $100,000 equalized value property, depending on the option selected. Costs may be offset by other factors such as billing revenue, grants, municipal or Tribal contributions, etc. • The largest cost driver is personnel. The main financial difference between options is not whether staffing is needed, but how that staffing is structured, who employs the staff, whether existing vehicles and facilities can be used, and whether the County can share risk with a partner. Near-term decision points: 1. Should Bayfield County continue pursuing a countywide EMS safety-net model for implementation in 2027? 2. Should staff proceed with a short-turnaround RFP to determine whether regional providers can offer a feasible, cost-effective, and timely solution? 3. What minimum service expectations should be included? 4. How should the County balance countywide reliability with local control, volunteer identity, and existing municipal or Tribal EMS investments? 5. What level of levy support is the Board willing to consider, and what revenue offsets should be pursued before final budget adoption? Recommendation: Bayfield County should not rely on the status quo as its long-term EMS strategy. Staff should move forward with a focused RFP process to better understand how regional partners could provide a practical 2027 EMS safety-net solution that improves reliability, supports local services, and reduces implementation risk. The results should return to the County Board in time to select a preferred proposal or County-led alternative and incorporate the initiative into the 2027 budget. The Wisconsin Idea 3 Welcome! 4 Investing in Extension 5 Meet the Committee Members & Staff 6 Ask an Expert a Question 7 Office Manager 8 4-H & Youth Development 10 Human Development & Relationships 12 FoodWIse 14 Community Development 16 Emerging Crops 18 INSIDE THIS ISSUE: The University of Wisconsin–Madison Division of Extension provides equal opportunities in employment and programming in compliance with state and federal law. Front & Back Cover photos by: Theresa LaChappelle About Us We Are the Wisconsin Idea UW-Madison Extension embodies the Wisconsin Idea to extend university knowledge to every corner of the state, administering programming through six institutes: Agriculture, Community Development, Health & Well-Being (including FoodWlse), Human Development & Relationships, Natural Resources, and Positive Youth Development (including 4-H). Extension's statewide network delivers services to communities and tribes across Wisconsin through partnerships and relationships to adapt the practical applications of research and inform studies with community input. UW-Madison Extension's outreach creates key connection points for families, communities, businesses, non-profit organizations, government, and more. We support local volunteers and leaders to take action and serve as role models in their communities, and we make sure Wisconsinites have the latest research, best practices, and educational opportunities. With a presence in every county in Wisconsin and in partnership with First Nations we are: Promoting healthy relationships: We embrace the philosophy that each stage of life is unique, exciting and filled with potential. Our programs promote aging friendly communities, coach parents and help families put technology, mindfulness and financial awareness into everyday use. Supporting Wisconsin's agriculture industry: Whether on the farm or in the field, we're on the front lines of modern agriculture, helping producers build stronger and more productive food systems. From managing livestock to crops to strategic financial planning for farms, our educators and researchers help solve issues that arise. Empowering health & well-being: We provide individuals, families and communities the tools and guidance they need to reduce stress, improve nutrition and support physical activity. We work with community partners to increase access to healthy affordable food, create environments that promote well-being, and address access to quality health care. Supporting positive youth development: Our research-based youth enrichment programs give young people the hands-on experiences they need to grow into the global leaders of tomorrow. From youth governance to Wisconsin 4-H clubs, we provide diverse educational opportunities to prepare youth for success in Wisconsin and beyond. Building Community Support: Housing is a crucial element of community economic development with many complex considerations, from affordability to quality and diversity. It is a central issue to the attraction and retention of community members. Fostering civic & economic leadership: From educating elected officials to training the next generation of local leaders, we're committed to empowering citizens to make positive, transformative change in their communities. 3 4 January 1, 2025-December 31, 2025 Dear Bayfield County Board of Supervisors, Community Partners & Interested Readers, In this annual report, you’ll find that UW–Madison Extension brings research-based education and resources directly to the people of Bayfield County. In 2025, Extension staff worked alongside residents, local governments, nonprofits, and regional organizations to address local priorities, strengthen community systems, and improve quality of life. Youth development through 4-H and outdoor education programs provided leadership opportunities, skill- building, and meaningful community connections. Evidence-based family, mental health, and aging programs supported healthy relationships, resilience, and well-being—particularly important in a county with a growing older adult population. FoodWIse nutrition education continued to help families, schools, and seniors build skills for healthier eating through strong local collaborations, even amid changes to federal funding. Extension’s Community Development work focused on long-term solutions that help rural communities thrive. In 2025, Extension supported nonprofit organizations, coalitions, and local governments through facilitation, strategic planning, and organizational development. This included advancing critical housing initiatives and cooperative development efforts that address workforce, caregiving, and affordability challenges. Bayfield County also benefits from Extension’s leadership in agricultural innovation and emerging crops, including work on hazelnuts and cold-climate table grapes that attracted grant funding, supported research, and strengthened economic opportunities for producers. Behind the scenes, Extension ensured effective and efficient office operations, financial management, and public service, supporting community-based education and responsible use of county and grant resources. THANK YOU to the Bayfield County Board of Supervisors, the County Administrator and the Agriculture and Extension Education Committee for the continued support of UW-Madison Extension programming in Bayfield County during 2025. We appreciate the opportunity to serve Bayfield County residents and local efforts to strengthen our people, our communities and our economy. On behalf of the Bayfield County UW-Madison Division of Extension staff, Mary Pardee Area Extension Director Area 1 (Bayfield, Ashland, Douglas & Iron Counties) 715-553-3044 mary.pardee@wisc.edu Area Extension Director – Area 1 County UW-Madison Staff Fees $ 185,002 Support Staff $ 94,854 County Educational Staff $ 16,165 Office & Technology $ 5,956 Educational Program Support $ 20,912 Committee Expense $ 2,847 TOTAL $ 325,736 State Staff Salary/Fringe $ 253,294 FoodWIse Staff & Program Support $ 73,326 Program Support $ 3,660 Office & Technology $ 2,400 Professional Development $ 5,808 Director Salary/Fringe $ 34,833 TOTAL $ 373,321 Other Donations, Grants, Fees $ 32,875 TOTAL $ 32,875 TOTAL EXTENSION FUNDING $ 731,932 County 45% State 51% Other 4% Extension Funding 2025In 2025, the work of the UW-Madison Extension Bayfield County office was completed by eight educators (some shared with adjacent counties), two support staff, and three program assistants. Not all those folks were on staff at once - needs change with the time of year, funding availability and special opportunities. Over the course of a year, Extension touches a lot of community needs! The success of Bayfield County Extension programming relies on 4 aspects: • County funding • State funding • Donations, Grants & Fees • Volunteers In Extension, educators are co-funded by the county and state. Bayfield County also supplied funding for a 4-H Operations & Communications Associate, two summer program leaders and a Housing Navigator. In addition, county funds help to outfit Extension with office supplies, technology, program and travel costs, as well as excellent support staff. FoodWIse, our nutrition education program, was paid for by federal SNAP-Ed (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program Education) funds that came through UW- Madison Division of Extension. Bayfield County FoodWIse was part of a three-county project which also included Ashland and Iron Counties. As of September 30, 2026, SNAP-Ed funding was discontinued by the U.S. Congress and the FoodWIse program wound down in the last months of the year. County funds were not involved in the salaries of the FoodWIse Coordinator, FoodWIse Educator, or Area Extension Director. Additional grant funds are a source for an agriculture research assistant focused on hazelnut production. The charts show the basics of where our funding came from in 2025. Local educators are part of a statewide network that supplies programming support, topic expertise, professional development and funding. Bayfield County also benefits from the expertise of statewide Extension specialists on topics such as economic development and water resources. 5 Committee Members and Staff UW-Madison Division of Extension Bayfield County Office Staff Members Mary Pardee Area Extension Director ~ Area 1 Theresa LaChappelle Office Manager Stephanie Bakker FoodWIse Coordinator Ashland, Bayfield & Iron Counties Clair Emmons 4-H Program Educator Jason Fischbach Emerging Crops State Specialist Tracy Henegar Human Development & Relationships Educator Kellie Pederson Community Development Educator Heidi Ungrodt Human Development & Relationships Educator Staff emails follow the convention of firstname.lastname@wisc.edu (for example: mary.pardee@wisc.edu) 2025 Bayfield County Committee Members: (all are Bayfield County Board Supervisors) Steve Sandstrom—Chair District #1 & 2 —Town of Russell Larry Fickbohm—Vice Chair District #3- Towns of Bell, Clover, Orienta, and Port Wing Jeff Holte District #9 - Town of Iron River Jeffrey Olsen District 6 – City of Washburn (Wards 1, 2, & 4) Fred Strand District #8 - Towns of Hughes, Oulu, and Tripp Committee members emails follow the convention of firstname.lastname@bayfieldcounty.wi.gov (for example: steve.sandstrom@bayfieldcounty.wi.gov) Staff Departures in 2025 Lindsay Larson – FoodWIse Educator Kaylie Lukas - 4-H Operations & Communications Specialist Ian Meeker - 4-H & Youth Development Educator Kelly Westlund Housing Educator Katherine Jenkins – Summer Program Leader UW-Madison Extension Bayfield County Courthouse - 2nd Floor 117 E 5th Street-PO Box 218 ~ Washburn, WI 54891-0218 Phone: 715-373-6104 Office Hours: Monday- Friday ~ 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BayfieldCountyUWEX https://www.facebook.com/Superior-Adventures-Bayfield-County https://www.facebook.com/bayfieldcounty4H https://www.facebook.com/AshlandBayfieldMGA Follow us on X (Twitter): https://twitter.com/BayCoExtension Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bayfieldcountyext/ 6 Looking for expert advice on a lawn, landscape or gardening issue? Fill out the form on our website https://hort.extension.wisc.edu/ask-a- gardening-question/ and attach photos showing your garden concern. A Wisconsin Extension Master Gardener or Extension Staff will respond to your inquiry. Ask an Agriculture Question Sponsored by the UW-Madison Division of Extension Agriculture Program Reach out with your questions, ideas, or feedback – our team is ready to connect you with trusted resources and local expertise. Fill out the form on our website: https://extension.wisc.edu/agriculture/ask-an- agriculture-question/ or call or text your questions to (608)480-5161, please attach photos showing your agricultural concern. We will match you with the best Extension expert on your topic, who will follow up in your preferred way with current, research-backed information. 7 Office Operations, Public Service, T echnology, and Financial Management The Office Manager serves as a primary point of contact for the public, providing professional and timely service to area residents, UW–Extension staff, and Bayfield County employees. Responsibilities include answering phone calls, welcoming visitors, sharing information about UW–Madison resources, and coordinating the submission of soil, forage, and insect samples to UW–Madison laboratories. Office operations are supported through administrative coordination, technology management, and financial oversight. This includes coordinating bi-monthly Extension Committee meetings by preparing materials, issuing notices, setting up and hosting virtual meetings, and recording meeting minutes. Technology and communications responsibilities include managing the office website and social media accounts on Facebook, Instagram, and X (Twitter). Program information is kept current, the county calendar is updated with new offerings, and engaging content is developed to support outreach efforts. Ongoing training in new and enhanced software strengthens technology skills and improves the efficiency of office operations and equipment management. Design and communication support also includes coordinating and producing the UW–Madison Extension Bayfield County Annual Report, as well as creating program materials such as brochures, newsletters, flyers, and logos. Office documentation is maintained to ensure compliance with Federal Civil Rights requirements. County resources are managed to promote efficient operations, including oversight of vehicle and equipment maintenance, procurement of office supplies, and coordination of vehicle and meeting room scheduling. Financial responsibilities include maintaining records and documentation for office budgets, accounting for grants and special programs, processing online registrations and payments, and serving as a liaison with the Bayfield County Clerk’s Office and County Auditors. Together, these efforts support smooth office operations and effective coordination of Extension activities Clean Sweep – Household Hazardous Waste Collection Event In 2025, the Clean Sweep Household Hazardous Waste Collection Event returned to the UW–Madison Extension Bayfield County Office. The event provided county residents with a safe and convenient opportunity to dispose of household hazardous waste, electronics, medications, and sharps. The event required coordination to ensure safe handling, efficient traffic flow, and compliance with disposal requirements. Although minor logistical challenges were encountered, they were addressed as they arose and provided valuable lessons to inform planning and improvements for future Clean Sweep events, contributing to a well-organized and successful collection for county residents. The success of the Clean Sweep event was made possible through strong collaboration and volunteer support. Assistance was provided by Bayfield County Board members: Jim Crandall, Jeff Holte, Jeff Olsen, Sue Rosa, and Steve Sandstrom; UW–Extension colleagues from Bayfield and Ashland Counties and regional leadership; and staff from the Bayfield County Highway and Health Departments, and the Bayfield County Reserves. The contributions of community volunteers were essential to ensuring a safe, efficient, and successful event. Material collection information on the next page. 8 Theresa LaChappelle Office Manager 715-373-3285 theresa.lachappelle@bayfieldcounty.wi.gov theresa.lachappelle@wisc.edu Office Manager EDUCATIONAL OUTREACH Several newsletters are coordinated and distributed to support parents, caregivers, and older adults throughout Bayfield County. Two additional newsletters—Parenting the Preschooler and Money Smart for Head Start—are distributed monthly to contacts at the Washburn Early Learning Center and the Red Cliff Early Childhood Center while classrooms are in session. These publications offer practical guidance and resources to support families and early childhood education programs. The Caregiver and Family News: Living Well in Our Best Years newsletter is a collaborative publication between the UW–Madison Division of Extension Bayfield County Office and the Bayfield County Human Services Aging and Disability Resource Office. Responsibilities include designing and managing the overall layout of the newsletter and coordinating its production three times per year. This work involves identifying timely and relevant topics, selecting and soliciting articles, and editing and proofreading submissions from Extension and Human Services staff to ensure clarity, accuracy, and consistency. Appropriate images are selected to enhance readability and visual appeal. The newsletter provides local seniors, caregivers, and their families with practical information related to health, financial planning, and quality-of-life issues. Currently, 375 residents receive the newsletter by mail, with additional recipients accessing it by email or through printed copies available at locations throughout the county. Past issues are archived on the Extension website to ensure continued access to information and resources. The Just In Time (JIT) Parenting Newsletter is prepared and distributed monthly to parents of children from birth to one year of age, with additional editions sent every two months to families with children ages two through five. These newsletters provide timely, research-based parenting information tailored to a child’s developmental stage. 2024 JIT Parenting Number of Issues Mailed 1st Year– 634 2nd & 3rd Year—63 4th & 5th Year—40 2025 HHW Chemical Collection Item Total Weight (lbs.) Pesticides/Poisons 2,221 Lead/Oil Paint 1,869 Caustics/Corrosives 329 Reactives 5 Solvents/Thinners 4,250 Waste Oil 0 PCBs 63 Aerosol Cans 624 Mercury 5 Dioxins 16 Latex Paint 0 Other 690 T otal ALL Collected Chemicals (lbs.) 10,072 9 Superior Adventures: Growth, Exploration, & Connection Across Land & Water In 2025, Clair Emmons and Katherine Jenkins supported the Bayfield County Superior Adventures program, serving 46 youth, ages 10–15, from across the region in a summer of place-based outdoor exploration. Through five themed, multi-day programs, two end-of-summer celebration trips, and support from partnering organizations, youth had opportunities to canoe, sea kayak, hike, raft, and more while exploring the unique landscapes of Bayfield County and the surrounding area. A key component of the Superior Adventures program is the way it supports both skill development and peer connection. Youth often participated alongside siblings, cousins, and friends, strengthening existing relationships while also forming new ones. Many participants returned for multiple programs, allowing them to build confidence, continue developing both technical outdoor skills and comfort in exploring new environments, while making new friends along the way. Of the total number of participants served, approximately twenty participants sea-kayaked, whitewater rafted and/or canoed for the first time. We made a point to make sure that participants who had more experience than others were given the opportunity to grow and stretch their skills, ensuring everyone had the opportunity to learn and try something new. Additionally, when asked to reflect on the experiences, all participants said they’d want to do their experience again. Feedback from youth, families, and community members consistently highlighted appreciation for the opportunity to spend time outdoors, connect with peers, and explore new places in the region. Many shared gratitude for a program that offered an alternative to screen time and created space for play, adventure, and discovery. Thanks to Superior Rivers Watershed Association, Red Cliff Band Mino Biimadiziiwin Farm, City of Ashland Parks and Recreation, Northern Great Lakes Visitor Center, Apostle Islands Cruises, and Apostle Islands National Lakeshore for supporting the Superior Adventures program and helping connect youth to Bayfield County! We look forward to more adventures in 2026. “Please pass on how much fun my kids had. They really enjoyed it. No contest, best time they have ever had canoeing!” -Parent of Superior Adventures participant Youth exploring the shallow pools and unique rock formations while hiking the Julien Bay Trail on Stockton Island. Youth kayaking through a large sea cave on Devil’s Island 10 Bayfield County Welcomes New 4-H Educator Bayfield County welcomed new 4-H Program Educator Clair Emmons in October 2025. A graduate of Northland College, Emmons brings a passion for youth development and outdoor education, most recently serving as Youth Programs Coordinator at the Sigurd Olson Environmental Institute. Her work has focused on connecting young people to their local environments through hands-on, place-based learning and experiences. Following the retirement of longtime educator Ian Meeker, who served the county for 25 years, Emmons is excited to carry forward the legacy of Bayfield County 4-H. She looks forward to building relationships and supporting programs that help youth grow as leaders, develop skills, and stay connected to their communities. 4-H Camp Counselors Grow as Leaders While Helping Youth Celebrate Summer The 4-H Camp Counselor experience continues to be a premier leadership opportunity for area youth, equipping them with the skills and confidence to take on real responsibility, lead with empathy, and create a safe, supportive, and fun camp environment for others. In 2025, 18 local high school counselors participated in training that prepared them to lead a 3-day, 2-night 4-H Summer Camp serving 61 youth in grades 3–8. For many campers, camp is a highlight of the summer, and they can’t wait to be a camp counselor when they get older. Celebrating its 22nd season, the 4-H CANSKI project-based club continues to introduce youth in Ashland and Bayfield Counties to cross- country skiing. Since 2004, the program has helped youth of all experience levels build foundational cross-country ski skills while fostering peer connection and leadership in a fun, supportive environment. In the 2025/2026 season, CANSKI served 133 members, with programming opportunities for youth in grades K-8. Powered by dedicated volunteers, coaches, families, and community support, it remains a vibrant and impactful youth program in the region. 4-H Chequamegon Area Nordic Ski (CANSKI) Club Middle School CANSKI team skis at Mt. Ashwabay 11 4-H & Youth Development Clair Emmons 4-H Program Educator 715-373-3289 Clair.emmons@wisc.edu Decades of research show that high-quality parenting is linked with children’s healthy development, social and emotional skills, and health and wellness across the lifespan. Human Development & Relationships We promote the development of resilient individuals and communities across Wisconsin and at every stage of life through meaningful partnerships and research-based education. FAMILY ENGAGEMENT Circle of Security Parenting Two New Family Programs in 2025! Based on decades of research on strengthening secure parent-child relationships, Circle of Security Parenting (COSP) helps parents respond more effectively to their young children’s emotional needs while building self-esteem and secure attachment. Triple P Positive Parenting: evidence- based programs that give parents simple and practical strategies to build healthy relationships, manage behaviors, and prevent problems from developing.. In addition to new parent programs, these programs remained strong in 2025: Raising Wisconsin’s Children: monthly virtual learning series for parents to explore timely topics like screen time, self-control, talking about tough stuff, and more. Trauma Informed Caregiving: an 8- session program that helps caregivers learn about childhood trauma and gain practical strategies to support healing and healthy development. Co-Parenting Education: Parents Forever and Resilient Co-Parenting offer monthly skill-building and support for separated or divorced parents. Literacy Link: promotes literacy focused interactions between children and their justice-involved parent, including book- recording sessions and Parenting Inside Out classes at the Bayfield County Jail. Saving Early for Educational Dreams (SEED ) Heidi and Tracy were trained in COSP in Spring 2025 and offered it virtually to local parents of children ages 0 - 5 in Fall 2025. This program will expand in 2026 to include both virtual and in- person options. Children’s Savings Account (CSA) programs help families save early for their children’s education while building financial literacy and educational aspirations. Research shows that even small savings can increase a child’s likelihood of pursuing education after high school. These programs support long-term savings or investment accounts and often include incentives to encourage participation. In May 2025, with full support from the Extension Committee, Extension partnered with Edvest to propose a two-year pilot CSA program for Bayfield County. The program focused on encouraging families to open an Edvest account for their child before age two. With funding from Northern State Bank and approval from the County Board, the initiative - Bayfield County SEED - launched in September 2025. An advisory council was formed to guide outreach, evaluation and long-term sustainability. Before the end of the year, Bayfield County SEED welcomed its first participating families, marking a successful start to program implementation 12 . Human Development & Relationships Educators Heidi Ungrodt HDR Educator heidi.ungrodt@wisc.edu 715-373-3288 Tracy Henegar HDR Educator tracy.henegar@wisc.edu 715-395-1426 Aging Mastery Program AMP is a National Council on Aging curriculum designed to support healthy aging through topics related to wellness, finances, personal growth and community involvement. In 2025, the program was offered for 19 older adults at the Northern Great Lakes Visitor Center through eight weekly sessions. Art of Aging These sessions are offered the first Friday of most months at the Visitor Center. In 2025, topics included: Safe Online Shopping, Social Connectedness, Communicating Across Generations, and Aging In Place, amongst others. Lifespan programs support healthy aging, family caregiving and aging-friendly communities. In Bayfield County - where over 30% of residents are 65+ - these efforts foster an inclusive and supportive environment for older adults. LIFESPAN PROGRAMS MENTAL HEALTH & WELL -BEING Mental Health First Aid Mental Health First Aid is an evidence-based training that teaches adults how to recognize and respond to someone experiencing a mental health or substance use challenge. In 2025, three full-day in-person workshops reached 30 local participants, and one full-day virtual workshop reached 14 participants statewide. Additionally, 15 youth at Bayfield High School participated in teen Mental Health First Aid, which teaches high schoolers how to recognize when a friend may need support and how to connect that friend to a caring adult. WeCOPE In 2025, this 6-session evidence-based program to help adults cope with stress reached 46 virtual participants statewide, while a shortened “sneak peek” version, reached 109 local in-person participants. ACEs Workshops Professional development workshops on Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) and Trauma Informed Care (TIC) were offered six times in 2025, reaching 106 participants throughout the region. Positive mental health is essential to individual, family, and community well-being. Our programs support individuals by teaching stress management, mindfulness, and how to access mental health resources. Absolutely wonderful in all ways! I am coming away with specific ideas to improve our lives in all areas covered. - AMP participant It makes a person get out of the house. Exposure to new info makes the brain work more. - Art of Aging participant QPR Suicide Prevention This evidence-based workshop focused on three simple steps to save a life from suicide — Question, Persuade, and Refer. In 2025, six sessions reached 85 participants. I absolutely love that this training is for everyone not just professionals. You play a vital role in sharing crucial information MOST people don't know that can literally help save lives and prevent the progression of untreated substance use and mental illness. -MHFA Participant 13 Human Development & Relationships Healthy Choices Healthy Lives For more than 30 years, UW–Madison Extension has provided local nutrition education across Wisconsin through the federal SNAP-Ed grant program. The congressional budget reconciliation bill signed into law on July 4, 2025, ended federal SNAP-Ed funding, effective September 30, 2025. Working with schools, food pantries, farmers markets, and community centers, FoodWIse has taught practical, evidence-based skills in meal planning, food safety, and food resource management, helping people stretch food dollars and make healthier choices. We are grateful for our partners and participants and the opportunity to advance healthier communities in Bayfield County.UW-Madison Division of Extension works alongside the people of Wisconsin throughout urban and rural communities to deliver practical educational programs where people live and work. In Bayfield County, FoodWIse partners with schools, after-school programs, Head Start programs, senior meal programs, and food pantries to help make the healthy choice the easy choice in our communities. UW-Madison Division of Extension works alongside the people of Wisconsin throughout urban and rural communities to deliver practical educational programs where people live and work. In Bayfield County, FoodWIse partners with schools, after-school programs, Head Start programs, senior meal programs, and food pantries to help make the healthy choice the easy choice in our communities. • Bayfield County FoodWIse shared out a monthly FoodWIse Nutrition Newsletter that included information on food security resources, Harvest of the Month information and recipes, sharing of programming updates and opportunities, and general health and well- being information. • Virtual StrongBodies strength training series was offered on an ongoing basis throughout the year in collaboration with other FoodWIse teams. • FoodWIse facilitated a local food educator coalition, FERN (Food Educator Resource Network). Networking meetings were facilitated to connect on community needs and priorities, explore collaborative upcoming community programming, and inform and align professional development opportunities. • Site visits in 2025 included: Hulings Rice Center and the hazelnut processing system, Cable Community Farm, Bad River Fish House, and the Bad River Health and Wellness Center addition. 14 Stephanie Bakker Nutrition Coordinator 715-373-3294 stephanie.bakker@wisc.edu FoodWIse Lindsay Larson Nutrition Educator After a successful year piloting the Turtle Island Tales program at the Red Cliff Early Childhood Center, we expanded our reach in Bayfield County by bringing the program to Bayfield Head Start. In the fall, Bayfield Head Start families began receiving monthly health and wellness packets, and children participated in classroom lessons that aligned with each month’s theme, reinforcing key messages through hands-on cultural activities and stories. To strengthen consistency between home and school, we also introduced teacher-focused packets at both Bayfield Head Start and Red Cliff ECC. These resources help educators integrate the program’s content into daily routines and support long-term sustainability for the curriculum. To learn more about this program, check out the link below: https://turtleislandtales.org/ Turtle Island T ales Harvest of the Month - Bayfield School Our program continued to advance the Harvest of the Month campaign, which encourages children and families to enjoy more fruits and vegetables. Each month, schools highlight one seasonal, Wisconsin-grown fruit or vegetable, giving students the chance to taste, explore, and learn about its nutritional benefits. Throughout the year, FoodWIse visited Bayfield School to offer monthly food samples tied to each featured item and provided supporting resources and activities to reinforce healthy eating habits in the classroom and at home. To learn more about this program, check out the link below: https://wiharvestofthemonth.org/ StrongBodies here Learn More About Health & Well-Being Programs Extension remains committed to serving all Wisconsin communities. While SNAP-Ed programming is ending, Extension will continue to bring university resources to residents across the state. Some short-term coverage gaps may occur, but our broader mission to provide health and nutrition education to everyone in the state of Wisconsin continues. The Health & Well-Being Institute will also continue to provide health education, including StrongBodies. You can explore the variety of Extension health and well-being programming here. For further information contact Kathryn Boryc Smock, FoodWIse State Program Manager and Health & Well-Being Institute Associate Director, at kathryn.boryc@wisc.edu. FoodWIse education is funded by the USDA Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program – SNAP and Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program – EFNEP. An EEO/AA employer, University of Wisconsin-Madison Division of Extension provides equal opportunities in employment and programming, including Title VI, Title IX, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act. 15 Kellie Pederson Senior Outreach Specialist 715-373-3290 kellie.pederson@wisc.edu Community Development Strengthening Community Systems In 2025, Extension’s Community Development work focused on strengthening the systems that help rural communities thrive. Rather than short-term projects, we invest in long-term partnerships that build local capacity & momentum over time. Our work is rooted in Asset-Based Community Development (ABCD), which starts by recognizing what is already strong in a community, including local skills, relationships, and resources. We build on these assets to help communities create a strong foundation for long-term resilience and prosperity. Extension provides project and coalition coordination, group facilitation, strategic planning, and organizational development support to help community partners move from ideas to implementation and build durable local infrastructure. Supporting Organizational Development & Nonprofit Leadership Each year, Extension’s community development programs provide facilitation and strategic planning support to several nonprofits, coalitions, and community initiatives across Bayfield County. Through workshops, board development, and action planning, organizations clarify priorities, strengthen governance practices, and develop strategies to move key initiatives forward. This work helps local organizations operate more effectively and sustain the services they provide to residents. Bayfield County Health Department staff celebrating completion of their strategic plan Board members from the Cable Community Farm celebrating their strategic planning efforts 16 Kellie Pederson Senior Outreach Specialist 715-373-3290 kellie.pederson@wisc.edu Community Development Extension continues to advance the development of the Chequamegon Bay United Impact Land Trust. This non-profit works to create permanently affordable housing in the Chequamegon Bay region. In 2025, work focused on organizational and leadership development and strategic planning as the organization prepares for a future housing development and expands its partnerships with local governments and community stakeholders. In 2025, we continued supporting the development of a worker- owned caregiver cooperative serving Ashland and Bayfield Counties. The cooperative aims to improve both the quality of caregiving jobs and access to in-home care for older adults and people with disabilities. This year, work focused on organizational development, recruitment of founding caregiver members, and governance training as the cooperative prepares to launch operations in the summer of 2026. The project has been made possible by a grant from the Respite Care Association of Wisconsin as well as our partners at the UW-Madison Center for Cooperatives. Bayfield County Caregiver’s Cooperative Aurora Place is a 40-unit housing development in Washburn that reflects years of coordinated, community-driven effort. Extension played a central role in advancing this project in partnership with Cinnaire, Bayfield County, and the City of Washburn. Extension supported early site identification, gathered data to inform a design grounded in local needs, created a process to solicit and vet development proposals, secured grant funding, and worked closely with the developer to ensure project success. Aurora Place stands as an example of how long-term partnership, thoughtful planning, and community engagement can result in real housing solutions. AURORA PLACE 17 18 • Filed four provisional plant patents on new hazelnut cultivars, TrailRunner , Forager , Adventure , and Cache • Helped launch a new company, Great Waters Nut Company, LLC, to serve as the primary private sector partner in my public-private HazelWorks Hazelnut Pilot Processing Line • Received $303,567 via four new grant awards for work on implementing our hazelnut scaling strategy • Sited and continued work populating 10 Go-First Hazelnut Farms in Wisconsin totaling 60 acres of new production • Submitted three new peer-reviewed journal articles reporting on hazelnut industry development, hazelnut propagation, and hazelnut variety trials • Helped develop and validate a new softwood stem cutting protocol for hazelnuts that improved rooting and growth by 10X • Launched a new table grape website and industry development program (www.northernglograpes.com) in cooperation with Hauser’s Superior View Farm in Bayfield County • Continued maintenance and data collection from long-term variety trials for hazelnuts, table grapes, and honeyberries at 16 locations in Wisconsin 2025 Emerging Crops Highlights At A Glance GFF5 Chippewa Falls, WI The WI Hazelnut Go-First Farm Network – 10 Farms And Growing New crop development is really hard as it requires many moving parts all working together at the right time and scale. We call this the value-chain and includes viable germplasm, viable production systems, harvest and post-harvest processing capacity, end products with viable use-cases, markets, and efficient systems to move product to market. The Go-First Farm Network was launched in 2022 to de-risk early production through a network of geographically distributed at-scale demonstration plantings. So far, we’ve established 10 farms in Wisconsin at Ashland, Finley, Spring Green, Merrill, Wausau, Adell, Chippewa Falls, Cashton, Argyle, and Spooner. GFF3 Spooner, WI GFF4 Finley, WI GFF1 Spring Green, WI GFF2 Ashland, WI 19 The New Northern Glo Seedless T able Grape Varieties Are Here! The University of Minnesota has recently released three new varieties of seedless table grapes developed specifically for the cold climate and short season of the Upper Midwest. Our Emerging Crops program helped evaluate these in replicated trials and we are excited for growers and gardeners to try them. To help build an industry in WI, I have been helping a local nursery, Superior View Farm, with propagation and connecting with grower groups. Learn more at www.northernglograpes.com. New Equipment For the HazelWorks Pilot Processing Line in Ashland, WI Our Emerging Crops program at UW-Extension operates the only licensed hazelnut processing line in the USA east of Oregon. This pilot facility is meant to provide a path to market for early-adopter growers when production volumes are still too low for fully private processing. In 2025, we helped launch the Great Waters Nut Company, LLC to serve as the private partner in our public-private partnership operating model. Great Waters received $100k of grant funding to purchase new equipment for our facility including: two new Italian shelling units, a new drum-sizer, a tilting-bed conveyor table, an industrial roaster, coater, cooler, three bucket elevators, and feeder carts. Installation will occur over 2026 as we work to keep up with growing production volumes in WI & beyond. www.midwesthazels.com Propagating the Adventure Series Hazelnuts By far the biggest bottleneck to our fledgling hazelnut industry is propagation. 2025 was a breakthrough year, though, as we developed and published new propagation protocols for seed-graft layering, stool-layering, and softwood stem-cuttings. In cooperation with our licensing partner, Midwest Hazelnuts, LLC, we are now working with our nursery partners to scale plant production and finally start to meet demand for our new Adventure Series hazelnut cultivars. Learn more at www.midwesthazels.com. Jason Fischbach Emerging Crops Specialist 715-373-3291 Jason.fischbach@wisc.edu Emerging Crops 20 BAYFIELD COUNTY, WISCONSIN ORDINANCE NO. ____ (2026) AN ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING COST RECOVERY FOR EXTRAORDINARY PUBLIC SAFETY SERVICES SECTION 1. PURPOSE AND INTENT The purpose of this ordinance is to protect public health, safety, and welfare by ensuring adequate public safety resources are available to serve the community; to promote the fair and efficient use of County public safety services, including, but not limited to, law enforcement, dispatch, fire protection, and emergency medical services; to provide a uniform, transparent, and equitable mechanism to recover the actual and reasonable costs of extraordinary public safety services required as a result of certain events, activities, or projects; and to ensure that such cost recovery does not result in preferential treatment, privatization of public safety services, or unequal access to emergency response. This ordinance is intended to provide for the recovery costs associated with extraordinary public safety services, not revenue generation, and shall not be construed to restrict or burden constitutionally protected activities. Nothing in this ordinance supersedes or replaces any permit, license, or approval otherwise required by law. SECTION 2. AUTHORITY This ordinance is adopted pursuant to Wisconsin Statutes §§ 59.02, 59.03, 59.54, 59.27, and other applicable provisions of law. SECTION 3. DEFINITIONS 1) “Public Safety Services” includes law enforcement, dispatch, fire, traffic control, and emergency medical services operating within Bayfield County. 2) “Baseline” Public Safety Services means services routinely provided in the normal course of operations. 3) “Extraordinary” Public Safety Services means services that exceed Baseline Public Safety Services and are reasonably necessary due to an identifiable Event, Activity, or Extended-Duration Project. This includes, but is not limited to, dedicated personnel assignments, traffic control, standby services, extended deployments, dispatch coordination, and multi-agency response directly attributable to the event or activity. 4) “Event or Activity” means any planned, organized, or recurring circumstance that may require Extraordinary Public Safety Services. 5) “Extended-Duration Project” means any construction, infrastructure, industrial, or other activity that creates ongoing, identifiable demands on Public Safety Services. 6) “High-Impact Activity” means an Event, Activity, or Extended-Duration Project that, due to its size, location, duration, intensity, anticipated attendance, equipment, traffic generation, environmental risk is expected to require Extraordinary Public Safety Services, such as traffic management, emergency response capacity, cleanup, infrastructure protection, or other County resources beyond those typically provided through routine governmental operations. 7) “Responsible Party” means any person or entity that organizes, sponsors, conducts, controls, or is otherwise responsible for an Event, Activity, or Extended-Duration Project, as determined by the County Administrator or designee. Multiple persons or entities may be deemed responsible parties where shared control or responsibility is demonstrated. SECTION 4. APPLICABILITY AND AGREEMENT REQUIREMENT 1) This ordinance applies to any Event, Activity, or Extended-Duration Project that creates a demonstrable and attributable need for Extraordinary Public Safety Services. 2) A Public Safety Cost Recovery Agreement shall be required when one or more of the following conditions are present: a. Traffic control, road closures, or impacts on public rights-of-way; b. Dedicated assignment of law enforcement, fire, emergency medical, or dispatch personnel; c. Standby public safety services; or d. Coordination among multiple agencies; e. Anticipated Extraordinary Public Safety Services beyond Baseline Public Safety Services; or f. Extended-duration construction or industrial activity creating ongoing impacts. SECTION 5. COST RECOVERY AUTHORIZED 1) The County may recover the actual and reasonable costs of Extraordinary Public Safety Services. Eligible costs include actual costs for personnel and fringe benefits, equipment, dispatch, fire and emergency medical services, construction-related safety measures, administration, and multi-agency coordination attributed to Extraordinary Public Safety Services. SECTION 6. ADMINISTRATIVE PROCESS FOR AGREEMENTS 1) The County Administrator or designee shall evaluate events, activities, or projects subject to this ordinance based on the totality of circumstances. 2) The County Administrator or designee shall determine whether an agreement is required, based on the criteria outlined in Section 4.2. 3) The Responsible Party shall provide sufficient information to evaluate public safety needs, including anticipated attendance, duration, site conditions, operational plans, and other relevant factors. 4) The County Administrator or designee will coordinate review with County departments to assess impacts. Public Safety Services shall be provided based on professional judgment and operational needs. 5) For High-Impact Activities, the County may require submission of an emergency response or operational plan. 6) The County shall prepare a good-faith estimate of anticipated costs subject to recovery using the adopted fee schedule. 7) The County may require a deposit based on estimated costs. 8) The County shall issue an itemized invoice reflecting actual documented costs. 9) The Responsible Party shall execute a Public Safety Cost Recovery Agreement prior to the provision of Extraordinary services. The County recognizes that circumstances may arise in which activities occur without a fully executed agreement in place. In those situations, the County retains the authority to recover Extraordinary costs incurred as a result of the Event, Activity, or Extended-Duration Project. The County may provide written notice and an itemized invoice to the Responsible Party, who shall have an opportunity to review and contest the claimed costs pursuant to procedures established by the County. SECTION 7. LIMITATIONS AND SAFEGUARDS 1) Law enforcement will only engage in law enforcement activities in public places and only enter upon private property when responding to calls or otherwise required by statute. A Public Safety Cost Recovery Agreement shall not be used to utilize law enforcement for private security. 2) Nothing in this ordinance shall be interpreted to guarantee the availability of County resources beyond operational capacity or statutory obligations. 3) Nothing in this ordinance limits the authority of the Sheriff as outlined in Wisconsin Statutes § 59.27. SECTION 8. DAMAGE AND CLEANUP COSTS The County may recover costs for damage to public property, restoration, or required cleanup directly attributable to an Event, Activity, or Extended-Duration Project. The County’s authority to recover such costs shall apply regardless of whether a Cost Recovery Agreement was executed prior to the Event, Activity, or Project. Failure to obtain or execute an agreement shall not eliminate responsibility for reimbursing the County for Extraordinary Public Safety, response, damage, or cleanup costs incurred. Nothing in this Ordinance limits the County’s ability to pursue recovery through any other lawful means authorized under Wisconsin law, including recovery for damage to County property or reimbursement for emergency response expenses. SECTION 9. DENIAL The County Administrator or designee may deny requests for dedicated or standby Extraordinary Public Safety Services if providing such services would unreasonably divert public safety resources, compromise emergency response capacity, or pose a risk to public health or safety. SECTION 10. WAIVERS AND REDUCTIONS The Executive Committee may waive or reduce fees based on public benefit, financial hardship, governmental partnership, nonprofit status, constitutional considerations, emergency circumstances, or other factors determined relevant by the Executive Committee. SECTION 11. INSURANCE AND INDEMNIFICATION 1) The County may require the Responsible Party to provide proof of general liability insurance in amounts appropriate to the scale and risk of the activity. 2) The Responsible Party agrees to indemnify and hold harmless the County for claims, damages, or liabilities arising from the negligent acts or omissions of the Responsible Party associated with the Event or Activity. SECTION 12. APPEALS A Responsible Party may appeal determinations or costs to the County Executive Committee, which shall review the matter based on the record and applicable standards to make a final decision. Appeals must be submitted in writing within 60 days of the initial determination or receipt of an invoice. SECTION 13. ENFORCEMENT AND COLLECTION 1) Failure to comply with this ordinance or an executed agreement constitutes a violation. 2) The County may: a. Recover costs for Extraordinary Public Safety Services through collections or civil action commenced in Bayfield County Circuit Court. b. Deny future agreements. SECTION 14. SEVERABILITY If any provision is held invalid, the remainder shall remain in effect. SECTION 15. EFFECTIVE DATE This ordinance shall take effect upon adoption and publication as required by law. Resolution No. 2026-44 2026 Housing Development Fellowship Budget Amendment WHEREAS, Housing is a top priority for Bayfield County; and WHEREAS, Bayfield County received a Key Strategic Partnership grant through the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC); and WHEREAS, These funds are intended to support an Emerging Development Fellow for one year; and WHEREAS, the Fellow will work for 12 months to advance new housing development projects throughout Bayfield County; and WHEREAS, the Fellow will be a contractor, and grant funds are intended to cover a $75,000 stipend and $5,000 in travel and training expenses; and WHEREAS, The Deputy County Administrator will oversee this position; and NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, To amend the 2026 budget to include $80,000, with $75,000 for contractor payment and $5,000 for travel, meetings and related expenses: Increase Revenues: 100-00-43585-100 by $80,000 Increase Expenses: 100-00-56502-50290 by $80,000 By Action of the: Bayfield County Board of Supervisors _______________________________________ Jan Lee, Chair STATE OF WISCONSIN ) ) ss. COUNTY OF BAYFIELD ) I, Lynn M. Divine, Bayfield County Clerk, hereby certify that the foregoing is a true and correct copy of Resolution No. 2026-44, Volume 30, adopted by the Bayfield County Board of Supervisors at their meeting held on the 26th day of May 2026. _________________________________________________ Lynn M. Divine, Bayfield County Clerk Page1of11 CONTRACT # KSPFY26-54819KEY STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIPAGREEMENTBETWEENTHE WISCONSIN ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORPORATIONANDBAYFIELD COUNTYThis Agreement is entered into pursuant to Chapter 238 of the Wisconsin Statutes betweentheWisconsin Economic Development Corporation (“WEDC”), a public body corporate and politic,and Bayfield County(“Recipient”). Certain capitalized terms are defined in Section 1 ofthis Agreement.WITNESSETHWHEREAS, acomponent of WEDC’s current operations plan is to partner withorganizations that will serve as hosts for Emerging Rural Developer Fellows;WHEREAS, WEDC has identified the Recipient as a Key Strategic Partner, hasdeterminedthe Recipient is able to effectively and efficiently provide services in furtherance ofWEDC’s operations plan by entering into this Agreement, and that it is authorized to do sopursuant to Chapter 238 of the Wisconsin Statutes.NOW, THEREFORE, for valid consideration, the receipt of which is herebyacknowledged, and in consideration for the promises and covenants in this Agreement, WEDCand the Recipient agree as follows:1. Definitions.For purposes of this Agreement, the following terms have the following meanings:(a)“Agreement” means this agreement, to include all documents required to be deliveredcontemporaneously with the execution and delivery of this Agreement, and the attached Exhibits,together with any future amendments executed in compliance withSection 21of this Agreement.(b)“Effective Date” means May1, 2026.(c)“Eligible Uses” means expenses for which KSP Funds may be used as outlined in Section3(d).(d)“Fellow” or “Fellowship” means the Emerging Developer Fellow hired as a consultant by the Recipient using KSP Funds.(e)“KSP Funds” meansthe Key Strategic Partner funds the Recipient is eligible to receivefrom WEDC in accordance with this Agreement.(f)“Recipient” means Bayfield County.(g)“WEDC” means the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation, together with its successors and assigns. Page2of11 2.KSPFunds.Subject to the terms and conditions set forth in this Agreement, and in Wisconsinlaw, WEDCwillprovide to the Recipient funding in the amount ofEighty ThousandDollars($80,000) for operating expenses incurred fromMay1, 2026,toApril30, 2027.3.Recipient’s Obligations.The Recipient will:(a)Hire and host a Fellow by providing the selectedFellow with:(i) In-person work experience on affordable housing development;(ii)Mentorship and supervision;(iii)Exposure to meaningful work within the affordable housing field; and(iv)A learning culture focused on continuous improvements.(b)Work with WEDC staff in the Office of Rural Prosperity on virtual and in-personstructured trainings and professional development on a biweekly basis including the followingactivities:(i)Building networks and professional opportunities for the fellows;(ii)Providing additional mentorship opportunities;(iii)Exploring pathways to employment;(iv)Create opportunities to apply knowledge gained through the fellowship; and(v)Develop an understanding of WHEDA financial tools and WEDC grant programson their ability to be utilized to support rural housing development.(c)Use theKSPFunds for Eligible Project Costs as outlined in the following budget:i.Eligible Project Costs to be applied to KSP Funds for operations include specificallytravel, training, and operations for theFellows.ii.Eligible Project Costs to be Applied to KSP Funds for stipends include specificallydirect stipends to the fellows. Fellows will serve in a consultant role and be responsiblefor their own benefits.4.Release of Funds.WEDC willreleasetheKSPFunds contemplated by this Agreement to theRecipient.Paymentof the KSP Funds will be made inquarterly paymentsand will be contingenton the following:(a)The Recipient submitting to WEDC aquarterlyrequest for payment of the KSP Fundscontemplated by this Agreement, in such form as required by WEDC, a sample of which is attachedto this Agreement as Exhibit A.(b)Recipient creatinga Bill.com account unless Recipient has an existing account withBill.com. Instructions for creating a Bill.com account will be provided by WEDC under separatecover. Recipientwillprovide their Payment Network ID to WEDC with each request for payment. BudgetCodeEligibleProjectCostsKSPFunds0320Operations$5,0000320Stipends$75,000TOTAL$80,000 Page3of11 (c)The Recipient being current on all performance reports as required under Section 5 ofthis Agreement.(d)With each quarterly payment request, the Recipient requesting Twenty ThousandDollars ($20,000), which is one-fourthof the funds allocated under this Agreement.(e)The Recipient being in compliance with this Agreement, and with any other agreementsby and between the Recipient and WEDC.(f)The Recipient must request all KSP Funds no later thanJune 30, 2027.5. Reporting.The Recipient shall provide reports and information to WEDC according to thefollowing requirements:(a)Performance reports, due according to the Schedule of Reporting set forth in Section5(b) below, in such form as required by WEDC. The report must include information specified inExhibit B of this Agreement.(b)Schedule of Reporting:6.Event of Default.The occurrence of any one or more of the following events constitute anEvent of Default for the purposes of this Agreement:(a)The Recipient supplies false or misleading information to WEDC in connection withthis Agreement, without providing a satisfactory explanation, in WEDC’s sole discretion, for the false or misleading information.(b)The Recipient fails to comply with or perform, in any material respect, any of itsobligations under this Agreement.(c)The Recipient is in default under any other agreement between WEDC and theRecipient.7.Remedies in Event of Default.(a)Upon the occurrence of an Event of Default, WEDCwillsend a written notice of defaultto the Recipient, setting forth with reasonable specificity the nature of the default. If the Recipientfails to cure any such Event of Default to the reasonable satisfaction of WEDC within Thirty(30)calendar days, WEDC may, without further written notice to the Recipient, declare the Recipientin default. In the Event of Default, WEDC may terminate the Agreement and recover from theRecipient: PERIOD COVEREDDOCUMENTATIONDUE DATEMay1, 2026-October 31, 2026Performance ReportDecember1, 2026December1, 2026-April30, 2027Performance ReportJuly 1, 2027 Page4of11 (i)OneHundredPercent (100%)of the total amount ofKSPFunds disbursed underthis Agreement;(ii)A financial penalty of up to OnePercent (1%) of theKSPFunds;and(iii)All court costs and reasonable attorney’s fees incurred by WEDC in terminatingthe Agreement and recovering the amounts owed by the Recipient under thisprovision.(b)These amountsmustbe paid to WEDC within Thirty(30)calendar days of demand byWEDC hereunder. If the Recipient fails to pay these amounts to WEDC, the Recipient will beliable for the full unpaid balance plus interest at the annual rate of Twelve Percent(12%)from thedate of the notice of Event of Default.(c)The Thirty (30) day cure period set forth in Section 7(a) above may be extended byWEDC, provided that the Recipient begins to cure such matter and thereafter diligently pursues acure.8.Recipient’s Warranties and Representations.In addition to the other provisions of thisAgreement, the Recipient hereby warrants and represents to the best of its knowledge that as ofthe date of this Agreement and as long as Recipient has obligations under this Agreement:(a)The Recipient is in compliance with all laws, regulations, ordinances and orders ofpublic authorities applicable to it, the violation of which would have a material adverse effect onthe Recipient’s ability to perform its obligations under this Agreement or to otherwise engage inits business.(b)The Recipient is not in default under the terms of any loan, lease or financingagreements with any creditor where such default would have a material adverse effect on theRecipient’s ability to fulfill itsobligations under this Agreement.(c)The financial statements and other information provided by the Recipient to WEDCare complete and accurate in accordance in all material respects with Generally AcceptedAccounting Principles where applicable and have been relied on by WEDC in deciding whetherto enter into this Agreement with the Recipient.(d)There are no actions, suits or proceedings, whether litigation, arbitration, oradministrative, pending or threatened against or affecting the Recipient or the Project which, ifadversely determined, would individually or in the aggregate materially impair the ability of theRecipient to perform any of its obligations under this Agreement or adversely affect the financialcondition or the assets of the Recipient.(e)The Recipient is unaware of any conditions that could subject it to any damages,penalties or clean-up costs under any federal or state environmental laws that would have amaterial adverse effect on the Recipient’s ability to comply with this Agreement. (f)The Recipient has, or will acquire before commencing any work for which they arerequired, all necessary permits, licenses,certificates or other approval, governmental or otherwise,necessary to operate its business and own and operate its assets, all of which are in full force andeffect and not subject to proceedings to revoke, suspend, forfeit or modify.(g)The Recipient has filed when due all federal and state income and other tax returns Page5of11 required to be filed by the Recipient and has paid all taxes shown thereon to be due. The Recipienthas no knowledge of any uncompleted audit of the returns or assessment of additional taxesthereon.(h)The Recipient and the undersigned officer thereof has all necessary or requisite powerand authority to execute and deliver this Agreement.(i)The execution and delivery by the Recipient of this Agreement has been dulyauthorized by all necessary action of the Recipient and no other proceedings on the part of theRecipient are necessary to authorize this Agreement or to consummate the transactionscontemplated hereby.(j)The Recipient has available or has the capacity to secure funds necessary to cover, asand when incurred, the costs and expenditures necessary for completion of the Project, as identifiedin the Application and this Agreement.(k)The Recipient is not making these representations and warranties specifically basedupon information furnished by WEDC.(l)These warranties and representations herein are true and accurate as of the EffectiveDate of this Agreement, andwillsurvive the execution thereof.(m)The information disclosed to WEDC in the course of WEDC’s evaluation of the Recipient’s eligibility for the Program does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary in order to make the statements contained therein, taken asa whole and in light of the circumstances under which they were made, not misleading.9.Wisconsin Public Records Law.The Recipient understands that this Agreement and othermaterials submitted to WEDC may constitute public records subject to disclosure underWisconsin’s Public Records Law, Wis. Stats. §§ 19.31-.39,and any successor statutes andregulations.10.Additional Requirements.(a)Project and Financial Records. The Recipientwillprepare, keep and maintain suchrecords as may be reasonably required by WEDC to validate the Recipient’s performance under this Agreement, whether created by the Recipient or by a third party conducting Project-relatedactivities on behalf of the Recipient, and the performance reports provided to WEDC. TheRecipientwillprovide such records to WEDC during the term of this Agreement as may berequested by WEDC. Such materialsmustbe retained by the Recipient for a period of at leastThree (3) years afterJuly1, 2027.(b)Inspection.(i)WEDC and its respective agents,will, upon Forty-Eight (48) hours advance writtennotice to the Recipient, have the right to enter the Recipient’s premises, duringnormal business hours, to inspect the Recipient’s operations documentation relating to this Agreement, provided, however, that such access does not unreasonablydisrupt the normal operations of the Recipient. Page6of11 (ii)The Recipientwillproduce for WEDC’s inspection, examination, auditing and copying, upon reasonable advance notice, any and all records which relate to thisAgreement, including those Project-related records created or maintained by a thirdparty on behalf of the Recipient.(c)Authorization to Receive Confidential Information. The Recipient hereby authorizesWEDC to request and receive confidential information that the Recipient has submitted to,including any adjustments to such information by, the Wisconsin Department of Revenue (“DOR”) and the Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development (“DWD”), and to use such information solely for the purposes of assessing the Recipient's performance for the duration of the Project andensuring that WEDC is properly administering or evaluating economic development programs.With regard to the information contained in the DWD unemployment insurance files, WEDC mayaccess the following for the Eight (8) most recent quarters: the quarterly gross wages paid to theRecipient's employees; the monthly employee count; and the Recipient's FEIN, NAICS code, andlegal and trade names. The Recipient also authorizes WEDC to share information submitted toWEDC by the Recipient with the DOR and DWD and to redisclose to the public the informationreceivedfrom the DOR and DWD used to evaluate the Recipient’s performance under itsspecificeconomic development program and the impact of WEDC economic development programs.Records exempted from the public records law by Wis. Stat. § 19.36(1) will be handled by WEDCin accordance with that law.(d)Public Announcement.The Recipient agrees tocooperatewith WEDC in making a publicannouncement of thisAgreement.(e)Online Portal, Document Delivery, and Bill.com. Recipient agrees to respond timely toany invitation sent by WEDC to create an online account for use with WEDC’s online customer portal (“Portal”). Upon opening the account, Recipient hereby agrees to use the Portal to submit any required performance reports, schedule of expenditures and supporting documentation, unlessWEDC directs otherwise. Recipient further agrees to identify appropriate assigned users, dulyauthorized by Recipient, to serve as contacts, to execute necessary documents, and to supportspecific tasks Recipient must complete in the Portal. WEDC may, in its sole discretion, rely onany document, performance report, schedule of expenditures, financial statement, tax return,agreement or other communication (“Document”) physically delivered to WEDC by mail, hand delivery, delivery service, email, facsimile, the Portal or other electronic means which WEDC ingood faith believes was sent by Recipient or any representatives or employees of Recipient.WEDC may treat any Document as genuine and authorized to the same extent as if it was anoriginal document validly executed or authenticated as genuine by Recipient. WEDC may fromtime to time in its sole discretion reject any such Document and require a signed original or requireRecipient to provide acceptable authentication of any such Document before accepting or relyingon the same. Recipient understands and acknowledges that there isarisk that Documents sent byelectronic means may be viewed or received by unauthorized persons and Recipient agrees bysending Documents by electronic means that Recipientwillbe deemed to have accepted this riskand the consequences of any such unauthorized disclosure. Recipient also agrees to create anaccount with Bill.com and provide a Payment Network ID in order to receive any payments fromWEDC. Recipient accepts any risk associated with creating an account with Bill.com and releasesWEDC from any liability related thereto.11. Notice.Notice under this Agreement must be in writing and delivered by email. Notice willbe considered received when sent. If a party sending a notice via email receives a machine-generated message that delivery has failed, the sender must mail a hard copy of the notice by anationally recognized courier service (ex. FedEx, UPS, USPS, etc.) with end-to-end tracking and Page7of11 all fees prepaid, or by regular first-class mail, postage prepaid. Mailed notices will be consideredreceived as of the date the notice was delivered via the tracking receipt, if available, or Five (5)business days from the date the notice was mailed, whichever date is earlier. Notices must bemailed or emailed to the following address and/or regularly monitored email address:ToRecipient:Bayfield County117 E. Fifth St.Washburn, WI 54891Attn: Kelly WestlundEmail:kelly.westlund@bayfieldcounty.wi.govToWEDC:Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation2352 South Park Street, Suite 303Madison, WI53713Attn: Key Strategic PartnersContract # KSPFY26-54819Email: legal@wedc.orgAny changes to the addresses and/or email addresses above must be sent in writing to the otherparty.12. Conflicts.In the event of any conflict between the provisions of this Agreement and anyaccompanying documents, the terms of this Agreement control.13.Choice of Law. THIS AGREEMENT AND ALL MATTERS RELATING TO IT ORARISING FROM IT–WHETHER SOUNDING IN CONTRACT LAW OR OTHERWISE–MUSTBE GOVERNED BY, ANDMUSTBE CONSTRUED AND ENFORCEDPURSUANT TO, THE LAWS OF THE STATE OF WISCONSIN.14.Venue, Jurisdiction.Any judicial action relating to the construction, interpretation, orenforcement of this Agreement, or the recovery of any principal, accrued interest, court costs,attorney’s fees and other amounts owed hereunder, mustbe brought and venued in the U.S. DistrictCourt for the Western District of Wisconsin or the Dane County Circuit Court in Madison,Wisconsin.EACH PARTY HEREBY CONSENTS AND AGREES TO JURISDICTION INTHOSE WISCONSIN COURTS, AND WAIVES ANY DEFENSES OR OBJECTIONSTHAT IT MAY HAVE ON PERSONAL JURISDICTION, IMPROPER VENUE ORFORUM NON CONVENIENS.15.Waiver of Right to Jury Trial. EACH PARTY WAIVES ITS RIGHT TO A JURYTRIAL IN CONNECTION WITH ANY JUDICIAL ACTION OR PROCEEDING THATMAY ARISE BY AND BETWEEN WEDC AND THE RECIPIENT CONCERNING ORRELATING TO THE CONSTRUCTION, INTERPRETATION OR ENFORCEMENT OFTHIS AGREEMENT, OR THE RECOVERY OF ANY PRINCIPAL, ACCRUEDINTEREST, COURT COSTS, ATTORNEY’S FEES AND OTHER AMOUNTS THAT MAY BE OWED BY THE RECIPIENT HEREUNDER.16.Limitation of Liability.RECIPIENTHEREBY WAIVES ANY RIGHT IT MAY HAVETO CLAIM OR RECOVER FROM WEDC ANY SPECIAL, EXEMPLARY, PUNITIVE,CONSEQUENTIAL, OR DAMAGES OF ANY OTHER NATURE OTHER THANACTUAL DAMAGES INCURRED OR SUFFERED BYRECIPIENT.17. Severability.If any provision of this Agreement is held invalid or unenforceable by anyGovernmental Body of competent jurisdiction, such invalidity or unenforceabilitywillnotinvalidate the entire Agreement. Instead, this Agreementwillbe construed as if it did not contain Page8of11 the particular provision or provisions held to be invalid or unenforceable, and an equitableadjustment mustbe made and necessary provisions added so as to give effect to the intention ofthe parties as expressed in this Agreement at the time of the execution of this Agreement and ofany amendments to this Agreement. In furtherance of and not in limitation of the foregoing, theparties expressly stipulate that this Agreementwillbe construed in a manner that renders itsprovisions valid and enforceable to the maximum extent (not exceeding its express terms) possibleunder applicable law.“Governmental Body” means any federal, state, local, municipal, foreign or other government; courts, arbitration commission, governmental or quasi-governmental authorityof any nature; or an official of any of the foregoing.18.WEDC is Not a Joint Venturer or Partner.WEDCwillnot, under any circumstances, beconsidered or represented to be a partner or joint venturer of the Recipient or any beneficiarythereof.19. Captions.The captions in this Agreement are for convenience of reference only anddonotdefine or limit any of the terms and conditions set forth herein.20.No Waiver.No failure or delay on the part of WEDC in exercising any power or right underthis Agreementwilloperate as a waiver, norwillany single or partial exercise of any such poweror right preclude any other exercise of any other power or right.21.Entire Agreement.This Agreement embodies the entire agreement of the parties concerningWEDC’s and the Recipient’s obligations related to the subject of this Agreement. This Agreement may not be amended, modified or altered except in writing signed by the Recipient and WEDC.This Agreement supersedes all prior agreements and understandings between the parties related tothe subject matter of this agreement.[Signature Page Follows] Page9of11 IN WITNESS WHEREOF,WEDC and the Recipient have executed and delivered thisAgreement effective the date set forth next to WEDC’s signature below. WISCONSIN ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORPORATIONBy: __________________________________________John W. Miller, DateCEOBAYFIELD COUNTYBy: __________________________________________MarkAbeles-Allison,CountyAdministrator Date Page10of11 EXHIBITAREQUEST FOR WEDC PAYMENTAward Number: KSPFY26-54819Rep:Recipient: Bayfield CountyFEIN # Request Number:Bill.com Payment Network ID (PNI):Program: Key Strategic Partners Award Type: Partner OperationsFundingPeriod Covered by this RequestFrom: ToPROJECT EXPENSES INCURRED/PAID DURING THIS PERIODBudgetCodeDescriptionWEDCFundingThisPeriodTotalThisPeriod0320Operations0320StipendsTOTAL:oCheck if this is the final Request for WEDC PaymentPAYMENT/PROJECT EXPENSE/MATCH DESCRIPTION-Prior to the release of funds, the following requirementsmust be met (to be initialed by WEDC staff):•Recipient creating a Bill.com account unless Recipient has an existing account with Bill.com. Instructions for creatinga Bill.com account will be provided by WEDC under separate cover. Recipientwillprovide their Payment NetworkID to WEDC with each request for payment. _____•The Recipient being current on all performance reports as required under Section 5 of this Agreement._______•With each quarterly payment request, the Recipient requesting Twenty Thousand Dollars ($20,000), which is one-fourthof the funds allocated under this Agreement. _______•The Recipient being in compliance with this Agreement, and with any other agreements by and between the Recipientand WEDC. _______•The Recipient must request all KSP Funds no later than June 30, 2027. _________IherebycertifythattheexpensesreportedonthisformareinaccordancewiththetermsoftheAgreementandthatcompleteandaccuraterecordsarebeingkepttosubstantiatesuchexpenses._______________________________________________________AuthorizedRecipientSignature _____________________________Date_________________________________________________________WEDCServicing______________________________Date_________________________________________________________WEDCControllerorFinanceDepartment ______________________________DateRetain a copy of the completed form for your records and email the form and documentation todisbursements@wedc.org_________________________________________________________WEDC Division VP or Designee______________________________Date Page11of11 EXHIBIT BThe Recipient is required to provide the following information, and/or documents in eachperformance report due per Section 5 of the Agreement.ImpactReportingincluding–•AnarrativereportonthetypeofprojectstheFellowworkedonanddescribehowthatworkprovidedvaluetotheRecipientandtheruralcommunityserved; •An estimated number of housing units the Fellow’s work contributed to; and•Theestimatedprivateandpublicleverageamountforthoseprojects.Additionalreporting-•AnyotherinformationthatmayberequiredtocomplywithFederalHomeLoanBankreporting requirements. Such reporting may include narrative statements and internsurveystoevaluateProgramimpact. Resolution No. 2026-45 Amendment to Carry 2025 Budgeted Funds for CheqBUILT to the 2026 Budget WHEREAS, Housing remains a top priority for Bayfield County; and WHEREAS, CheqBUILT is a community land trust nonprofit focused on affordable workforce and senior housing; and WHEREAS, Bayfield County budgeted $200,000 in funds for CheqBUILT in 2025, but half of those funds would not be utilized until 2026 and were retained by Bayfield County; and WHEREAS, Plans to utilize the remaining 2025 funds are in place for 2026, with four new houses planned for construction in the City of Washburn; and WHEREAS, Those funds are needed to advance this project in 2026; and NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, To amend the 2026 budget by moving unused 2025 funds to 2026 as follows: Increase Revenues: 430-70-49301 by $100,000 Increase Expenses: 430-00-56710-50290 by $100,000 By Action of the: Bayfield County Board of Supervisors _________________________________________ Jan Lee, Chair STATE OF WISCONSIN ) ) ss. COUNTY OF BAYFIELD ) I, Lynn M. Divine, Bayfield County Clerk, hereby certify that the foregoing is a true and correct copy of Resolution No. 2026-45, Volume 30, adopted by the Bayfield County Board of Supervisors at their meeting held on the 26th day of May 2026. _________________________________________________ Lynn M. Divine, Bayfield County Clerk Resolution No. 2026-46 Reproductive Health Family Planning Program Dual Protection Grant WHEREAS, The Bayfield County Health Department has received a grant in the amount of $12,317.00 from the Wisconsin Department of Health Services to ensure that family planning/reproductive health services are as accessible as possible for clients. Total award to be expended by December 31, 2026, and WHEREAS, The 2026 Budget does not contain any projections to account for any revenue expenditures for said grant, and WHEREAS, It is the desire of the Bayfield County Board of Health to accept and expend said grant; and NOW THEREFOR BE IT RESOLVED, That the Bayfield County Board of Supervisors assembled on this the 26th day of May 2026 hereby approves the following budget amendment for Family Planning Dual Protection Grant Increase Revenue: 100-20- 43550-012 FP Dual Protection $12,317.00 Increase Expenses: 100-20-54108-50121 Full time $7,284.00 100-20-54108-50151 FICA/Medicare $557.00 100-20-54108-50152 Retirement $507.00 100-20-54108-50154 Health Ins $1,260.00 100-20-54108-50332 Mileage $500.00 100-20-54108-50340 Operating Supplies $1,500.00 100-20-54108-50390 Other supplies $709.00 BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, The Bayfield County Board of Supervisors hereby amends the 2026 budget by $12,317.00 for grant/revenue expenses. By Action of the: Bayfield County Board of Supervisors ____________________________________________ Jan Lee, Chair STATE OF WISCONSIN ) ) ss. COUNTY OF BAYFIELD ) I, Lynn M. Divine, Bayfield County Clerk, hereby certify that the foregoing is a true and correct copy of Resolution No. 2026-46, Volume 30, adopted by the Bayfield County Board of Supervisors at their meeting held on the 26th day of May 2026. _________________________________________________ Lynn M. Divine, Bayfield County Clerk 2026 Health Department (Grant Adjustment) Budget Amendments WHEREAS, Amendments to the 2026 Health Department budget are necessary due to increases/decreases in federal and state grant funding; and, WHEREAS, This will not affect the amount of tax levy requested by the department; and NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, That the Bayfield County Board of Supervisors assembled this 26th day of May 2026, amends the 2026 budget by $36,115.00 and authorizes the increase/decrease of the following revenue and expense accounts for 2026: ACCOUNT NUMBER DESCRIPTION ADJUSTMENTS Revenue Amendments 100-20-43550-160 TPP 37,589 100-20-43550-001 MCH 551 100-20-43550-002 Lead Grant 593 100-20-43550-007 Prevention (148) 100-20-43550-017 Radon Grant (972) 100-20-43554 Womens Health/Family Planning 6,144 100-20-43550-030 Title X Grant (15,058) 100-20-44101 EH 7,416 Total Revenue Amendment 36,115 Expenditure Amendments 100-20-54103-50154 Health ins 551 100-20-54112-50340 Operating Supplies 593 100-20-54104-50390 Other supplies (148) 100-20-54106-50390 Other supplies (972) 100-20-54109-50290 Contr svcs 3,368 100-20-54109-50332 Mileage 872 100-20-54109-50122 Part time (18,229) 100-20-54109-50121 Full time 20,133 100-20-54143-50340 Operating supplies (1,640) 100-20-54143-50155 Life Ins (2) 100-20-54119-50121 Full time (6,000) 100-20-54160-50121 Full time 18,810 100-20-54160-50122 Part time (14,569) 100-20-54160-50290 Contr svcs 4,500 Resolution No. 2026-47 100-20-54160-50325 Reg & tuition 3,750 100-20-54160-50225 Phone 205 100-20-54160-50331 Travel 6,859 100-20-54160-50348 Ed supplies 16,427 100-20-54160-50332-002 Mileage- RN 320 100-20-54160-50336-002 Lodging-RN 633 100-20-54160-50390 Other supplies 654 Total Expenditure Amendment 36,115 By Action of the: Bayfield County Board of Supervisors ____________________________________________ Jan Lee, Chair STATE OF WISCONSIN ) ) ss. COUNTY OF BAYFIELD ) I, Lynn M. Divine, Bayfield County Clerk, hereby certify that the foregoing is a true and correct copy of Resolution No. 2026-47, Volume 30, adopted by the Bayfield County Board of Supervisors at their meeting held on the 26th day of May 2026. _________________________________________ Lynn M. Divine, Bayfield County Clerk 2026 Crisis Intervention Grant Budget Amendment WHEREAS, in 2026, the Criminal Justice Department applied for and was awarded a Department of Justice State Crisis Intervention Program: Suicide & Mental Health Community Prevention Grant; and, WHEREAS, the Department of Justice State Crisis Intervention Program: Suicide & Mental Health community Prevention Grant runs from April 1-September 30, 2026; and, WHEREAS, a budget amendment is now needed to balance accounts; NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, by the Bayfield County Board of Supervisors, assembled this 26th day of May 2026 hereby approves the following budget amendment: Increase Revenue: 100-04-43522-002 by $62,627 Increase Expenditures: 100-04-52713-50332 by $ 2,235 100-04-52713-50335 by $ 2,266 100-04-52713-50336 by $ 5,662 100-04-52713-50325 by $ 6,060 100-04-52713-50340 by $27,743 100-04-52713-50290 by $18,661 Total Expenses: $62,627 By Action of the: Bayfield County Board of Supervisors ____________________________________ Jan Lee, Chair STATE OF WISCONSIN ) ) ss. COUNTY OF BAYFIELD ) I, Lynn M. Divine, Bayfield County Clerk, hereby certify that the foregoing is a true and correct copy of Resolution No. 2026-48, Volume 30, adopted by the Bayfield County Board of Supervisors at their meeting held on the 26th day of May 2026. _________________________________________ Lynn M. Divine, Bayfield County Clerk Resolution No. 2026-48 2026 Hazelnut Accelerator (SCBG) Grant Budget Amendment WHEREAS, Jason Fischbach, Emerging Crops State Specialist with the University of Wisconsin-Madison Division of Extension has applied for a USDA Specialty Crop Block Grant Program administered through the Department of Ag, Trade and Consumer Protection-Specialty Crop Block Grants; and, WHEREAS, the Department of Ag, Trade and Consumer Protection-Specialty Crop Block Grant has been awarded to the Board of Regents of the University of Wisconsin System for the three-year project, “Launching the UMHDI Accelerator to Hasten Hazelnut Industry Development and 2nd Generation Germplasm Improvement”; and, WHEREAS, UW-Madison Extension Bayfield County is a subrecipient of this grant, a budget amendment is now needed to balance accounts; NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, by the Bayfield County Board of Supervisors, assembled this 26th day of May 2026 hereby approves the following budget amendment: Increase Revenue: 292-25-43270-002 by $18,457.00 Increase Expenditures: 292-25-55641-50332 by $ 9,489.00 292-25-55641-50335 by $ 1,428.00 292-25-55641-50336 by $ 1,540.00 292-25-55641-50340 by $ 6,000.00 Total Expenses: $ 18,457.00 By Action of the: Bayfield County Board of Supervisors ____________________________________________ Jan Lee, Chair STATE OF WISCONSIN ) ) ss. COUNTY OF BAYFIELD ) I, Lynn M. Divine, Bayfield County Clerk, hereby certify that the foregoing is a true and correct copy of Resolution No. 2026-49, Volume 30, adopted by the Bayfield County Board of Supervisors at their meeting held on the 26th day of May 2026. _________________________________________ Lynn M. Divine, Bayfield County Clerk Resolution No. 2026-49 Resolution No. 2026-50 Supporting the Removal of Wisconsin State Sales and Use Taxes on Materials Used in Public Road Construction and Maintenance Projects WHEREAS, road construction and maintenance costs represent the second greatest expenditure category for county governments, second only to wages and personnel costs; and WHEREAS, road infrastructure is a top priority of residents; and WHEREAS, unlike many other county purchases that are exempt from Wisconsin sales and use tax, materials used in road construction and repair are generally subject to state and local sales and use taxes; and WHEREAS, the state sales tax rate applicable in most counties is five (5%); and WHEREAS, state and local governments across Wisconsin are experiencing significant fiscal pressure in maintaining and improving public road systems essential to economic activity, public safety, and quality of life; and WHEREAS, removing state sales and use tax on road construction materials would increase the purchasing power of local governments for road-related expenditures by approximately 5% allowing for additional infrastructure work to be completed within existing budgets; and WHEREAS, the estimated reduction in state sales tax revenue resulting from such an exemption is less than one half percent of total annual state sales tax collections, or approximately $30 million out of $7 billion in state sales tax revenue; and WHEREAS, such a policy adjustment would provide a meaningful increase in local infrastructure investment capacity; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Bayfield County Board of Supervisors assembled this 26th day of May 2026, requests the Wisconsin Counties Association support and urge the State Legislature remove the Wisconsin state sales and use taxes on materials used in public road construction and maintenance projects; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the County Clerk is directed to forward this resolution to the Wisconsin Counties Association as a platform issue in 2026. By Action of the: Bayfield County Board of Supervisors ____________________________________________ Jan Lee, Board Chair STATE OF WISCONSIN ) ) ss. COUNTY OF BAYFIELD ) I, Lynn M. Divine, Bayfield County Clerk, hereby certify that the foregoing is a true and correct copy of Resolution No. 2026-50, Volume 30, adopted by the Bayfield County Board of Supervisors at their meeting held on the 26th day of May 2026. _________________________________________________ Lynn M. Divine, Bayfield County Clerk 2025 - 2026 LEGISLATURE LRB-6729/P1 EKL:cdc PRELIMINARY DRAFT - NOT READY FOR INTRODUCTION AN ACT to create 77.54 (9t) of the statutes; relating to: a sales and use tax exemption for local road projects. Analysis by the Legislative Reference Bureau This bill creates a sales and use tax exemption for construction materials, fuel, and electricity sold to a contractor or subcontractor to be used exclusively in the performance of a contract with a local government to construct, improve, or repair a highway, road, or street. Because this bill relates to an exemption from state or local taxes, it may be referred to the Joint Survey Committee on Tax Exemptions for a report to be printed as an appendix to the bill. For further information see the state fiscal estimate, which will be printed as an appendix to this bill. The people of the state of Wisconsin, represented in senate and assembly, do enact as follows: SECTION 1. 77.54 (9t) of the statutes is created to read: 77.54 (9t) The sales price from the sale of and the storage, use, or other consumption of construction materials, fuel, and electricity sold to a contractor or 1 2 3 4 5 2025 - 2026 Legislature BILL - 2 - LRB-6729/P1 EKL:cdc SECTION 1 subcontractor to be used exclusively in the performance of a contract with a county, city, village, or town in this state to construct, improve, or repair a highway, road, or street. SECTION 2. Effective date. (1) This act takes effect on the first day of the 3rd month beginning after publication. (END) 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Resolution No. 2026-51 Support for Funding of the Knowles-Nelson Stewardship Program WHEREAS, in 1989, Governor Tommy Thompson and the Wisconsin Legislature created the Knowles-Nelson Stewardship Program (Stewardship Program) to preserve valuable natural areas and wildlife habitat, protect water quality and fisheries and expand opportunities for public outdoor recreation; and WHEREAS, in 1993, the Stewardship Program was renamed the Warren Knowles-Gaylord Nelson Stewardship program after two of Wisconsin's revered conservation leaders, Warren Knowles (governor 1965-1971) and Gaylord Nelson (governor 1959-1963, U.S. Senator 1964- 1981); and WHEREAS, the Stewardship Program gives the Department of Natural Resources (DNR) authority to purchase land and easement additions to state properties. Stewardship dollars also support recreational infrastructure on state properties, including campsite, restroom and trail improvements; and WHEREAS most annual Stewardship spending takes the form of cost-shared grants to local governments and nonprofits. Stewardship grants help to fund local park infrastructure, boat ramp facilities, and recreational trails, as well as land purchases for parks, public forest lands and nature preserves statewide; and WHEREAS, from its inception, the Stewardship Program has funded not just DNR land acquisition and recreational development, but also a suite of grant subprograms through which local communities and nonprofits, matching the state investment dollar-for-dollar, have expanded parks, public forest lands and nature preserves. Over 1,500 Stewardship grants have been awarded, with projects located in every one of Wisconsin’s 72 counties; and WHEREAS, 93% percent of all Wisconsin households are located within one mile of a project funded by the Stewardship Program, further supporting Wisconsin residents’ quality and way of life; and WHEREAS, the Stewardship Program supports Wisconsin’s $12 billion outdoor recreation industry, as well as the State’s $41 billion timber industry; and WHEREAS, the 2026-27 State budget did not include any funding for the Stewardship Program; and WHEREAS, the Stewardship Program is a cornerstone of Wisconsin’s conservation legacy, vital for safeguarding the State’s natural resources, bolstering economic prosperity, supporting public recreation, and enhancing the quality of life for all Wisconsinites; and NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Bayfield County Board of Supervisors assembled this 26th day of May 2026, requests the Wisconsin Counties Association support and urge the State Legislature to restore full funding to the previously funded amounts of the Knowles-Nelson Stewardship Program. By Action of the: Bayfield County Board of Supervisors ____________________________________________ Jan Lee, Chair STATE OF WISCONSIN ) ) ss. COUNTY OF BAYFIELD ) I, Lynn M. Divine, Bayfield County Clerk, hereby certify that the foregoing is a true and correct copy of Resolution No. 2026-51, Volume 30, adopted by the Bayfield County Board of Supervisors at their meeting held on the 26th day of May 2026. _________________________________________________ Lynn M. Divine, Bayfield County Clerk Resolution No. 2026-52 Supporting County Innovation in Alternative Funding Sources Through the Establishment of Public Private Partnership Statutes in Wisconsin WHEREAS, Wisconsin counties are experiencing sustained pressure on property tax levies due to rising costs in public safety, transportation, human services, and infrastructure maintenance; and WHEREAS, counties are increasingly limited in their ability to meet public expectations while remaining within levy constraints imposed by state law and structural revenue limitations; and WHEREAS, counties are often required to rely heavily on property taxes as the primary local revenue source, despite providing services that benefit regional economies, the state system, and nonresident users; and WHEREAS, counties are creatures of statute, powers must be granted or implied providing clear authority, and WHEREAS, innovative public private partnership (P3) financing approaches have demonstrated potential to improve long-term fiscal sustainability, and reduce reliance on property taxes while maintaining or improving service levels; and WHEREAS, current Wisconsin State Law allows a variety of solicited transportation, procurement and other programmatic P3 proposals; and WHEREAS, a dedicated P3 statute that allows counties to enter into this type of arrangement could enable new types of housing, energy and broadband projects while preserving public ownership and generating recurring income; and WHEREAS, other P3 examples include, revenue sharing infrastructure concessions, county led development corporations with private equity participation, land redevelopment partnerships, public private utilities and long-term operating agreements for public assets; and WHEREAS, statutory changes providing clear authority could increase private sector involvement, financing flexibility (alternatives to levy based borrowing) and ownership opportunities allowing for entrepreneurial / private operation of public facilities; and WHEREAS, counties would be better positioned to implement policies like these if supported with specific statutory guidance; and WHEREAS, encouraging P3 innovation aligns with the shared goals of local control, taxpayer relief, and sustainable service delivery across Wisconsin’s counties; and NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Bayfield County Board of Supervisors hereby urges the Wisconsin Counties Association to advocate for formal statewide Public Private Partnership statutes that support diversification of revenue sources beyond property taxes; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Wisconsin Counties Association is requested to advocate for state policies, statutory adjustments, and programmatic support that enable counties to pursue public-private partnerships. By Action of the: Bayfield County Board of Supervisors ____________________________________________ Jan Lee, Board Chair STATE OF WISCONSIN ) ) ss. COUNTY OF BAYFIELD ) I, Lynn M. Divine, Bayfield County Clerk, hereby certify that the foregoing is a true and correct copy of Resolution No. 2026-52, Volume 30, adopted by the Bayfield County Board of Supervisors at their meeting held on the 26th day of May 2026. _________________________________________________ Lynn M. Divine, Bayfield County Clerk Resolution No. 2026-53 Supporting Increased Payments to Towns with County Forest Lands WHEREAS, Wisconsin has more than 2.4 million acres of County Forest Lands, which provide public benefits including timber production, wildlife habitat, recreation, tourism, and public access; and WHEREAS, County Forest Lands are not subject to local property taxes, but local units of government receive statute specific county forest acreage share payments; and WHEREAS, those towns must still maintain roads, provide emergency services, and support other local needs related to public access and land use; and WHEREAS, Wis. Stat. § 28.11(8)(a) requires the Department of Natural Resources to make annual acreage payments to town treasurers for county forest lands located in their towns; and WHEREAS, current law provides a payment of $0.63 per acre, and preliminary legislative drafts have proposed increasing that payment to higher amounts, including $1.00 per acre and $3.50 per acre; and WHEREAS, a one-time increase would help, but the payment will lose value again over time unless it is adjusted for inflation; and WHEREAS, increasing and indexing the payment would better support towns that host County Forest Lands and help them maintain essential local services; and NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Bayfield County Board of Supervisors supports legislation to increase the county forest acreage payment under Wis. Stat. § 28.11(8)(a); and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Bayfield County Board of Supervisors assembled this 26th day of May 2026, requests the Wisconsin Counties Association support and urge the State Legislature to adopt this legislation. By Action of the: Bayfield County Board of Supervisors __________________________________________ Jan Lee, Board Chair STATE OF WISCONSIN ) ) ss. COUNTY OF BAYFIELD ) I, Lynn M. Divine, Bayfield County Clerk, hereby certify that the foregoing is a true and correct copy of Resolution No. 2026-53, Volume 30, adopted by the Bayfield County Board of Supervisors at their meeting held on the 26th day of May 2026. _________________________________________________ Lynn M. Divine, Bayfield County Clerk 2025 - 2026 LEGISLATURE LRB-3069/P1 EHS:skw PRELIMINARY DRAFT - NOT READY FOR INTRODUCTION AN A CT to amend 28.11 (8) (a) of the statutes; relating to: county forest acreage payments. Analysis by the Legislative Reference Bureau Current law requires the Department of Natural Resources to pay each town treasurer 63 cents per acre of land in that town that is designated as county forest land. This bill increases those payments to $3.50 per acre. For further information see the state and local fiscal estimate, which will be printed as an appendix to this bill. The people of the state of Wisconsin, represented in senate and assembly, do enact as follows: SECTION 1. 28.11 (8) (a) of the statutes is amended to read: 28.11 (8) (a) Acreage payments. As soon after April 20 of each year as feasible, the department shall pay to each town treasurer 30 cents $3.50 per acre, based on the acreage of such lands as of the preceding June 30, as a grant out of the 1 2 3 4 5 6 2025 - 2026 Legislature BILL - 2 - LRB-3069/P1 EHS:skw SECTION 1 appropriation made by s. 20.370 (5) (bv) on each acre of county lands entered under this section. Beginning on July 10, 2021, the amount is 63 cents per acre. SECTION 2. Initial applicability. (1) COUNTY FOREST ACREAGE PAYMENTS. This act first applies to county forest acreage payments under s. 28.11 (8) (a) made on the first April 20 following the effective date of this subsection. (END) 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Resolution No. 2026-54 Supporting Inter-County Collaboration and Shared Service Delivery Through County Criminal Justice Coordinating Councils (CJCCs) WHEREAS, a growing number of Wisconsin counties have established Criminal Justice Coordinating Councils (CJCCs) to improve coordination among courts, law enforcement, jails, human services, and community-based providers; and WHEREAS, CJCCs across Wisconsin have been effective mechanisms for improving local criminal justice outcomes, supporting diversion programs, and aligning county and state priorities in criminal justice reform and service delivery; and WHEREAS, the structure, capacity, and service offerings of CJCCs vary significantly from county to county, resulting in uneven access to programming, technical assistance, and evidence- based practices across the state; and WHEREAS, in many instances, locally developed programs and interventions are underutilized or have limited participation due to small population size, geographic barriers, staffing constraints, or lack of awareness, thereby reducing the potential impact and efficiency of both state and county investments; and WHEREAS, rural and smaller counties in particular face challenges in sustaining specialized programming such as treatment alternatives, behavioral health interventions, restorative justice programming, and pretrial services due to limited participant pools and workforce capacity; and WHEREAS, modern communication tools and virtual service delivery platforms now provide practical opportunities for counties to share programming, pool resources, and deliver services collaboratively across jurisdictional boundaries without diminishing local control; and WHEREAS, inter-county collaboration among CJCCs has the potential to improve program utilization rates, enhance service quality, reduce duplication of effort, and increase the return on investment of state and local criminal justice funding; and WHEREAS, additional state support is necessary to facilitate the infrastructure, coordination, and administrative capacity required to implement effective multi-county and virtual program delivery models; and NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Wisconsin Counties Association urges the Wisconsin State Legislature and relevant state agencies to establish and/or expand dedicated funding mechanisms that support inter-county collaborations among county Criminal Justice Coordinating Councils (CJCCs); and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that such funding should incentivize the development of shared and virtual programming models that allow multiple counties to jointly deliver evidence- based services, including but not limited to diversion programs, treatment alternatives, behavioral health interventions, and pretrial services; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that these collaborative models be designed to preserve local decision-making authority while increasing efficiency, equity, and access to services across all counties regardless of size or geography; and BE IT FINALLY RESOLVED, that copies of this resolution be transmitted to the Wisconsin Legislature, the Wisconsin Department of Justice, the Criminal Justice Coordinating Council, and the Governor’s Office for consideration in future budget and policy development. By Action of the: Bayfield County Board of Supervisors ____________________________________________ Jan Lee, Board Chair STATE OF WISCONSIN ) ) ss. COUNTY OF BAYFIELD ) I, Lynn M. Divine, Bayfield County Clerk, hereby certify that the foregoing is a true and correct copy of Resolution No. 2026-54, Volume 30, adopted by the Bayfield County Board of Supervisors at their meeting held on the 26th day of May 2026. _________________________________________________ Lynn M. Divine, Bayfield County Clerk Resolution No. 2026-55 Supporting a State-Local Fleet Efficiency and Public Safety Operations Cost Stabilization Program WHEREAS, county governments in Wisconsin are responsible for providing essential public safety services including law enforcement, emergency response, and related operations that require continuous vehicle use and significant fuel/energy consumption, exceeding 20% of many county budgets; and WHEREAS, fuel and fleet operating costs represent a substantial and growing share of county public safety budgets, and are subject to volatility that directly impacts the ability of counties to maintain consistent service levels within levy limits; and WHEREAS, rural counties in particular face higher per-service delivery costs due to geographic size, patrol distance, and limited economies of scale due to small populations, creating structural disparities in the cost of providing comparable public safety services across the state; and WHEREAS, Wisconsin counties are experiencing increased pressure on operational budgets due to inflationary energy costs, which can result in reduced patrol mileage, deferred fleet replacement, and other service limitations; and WHEREAS, the State of Wisconsin has a compelling interest in ensuring stable, equitable, and efficient delivery of public safety services across all counties regardless of geography or population density; and WHEREAS, advancements in vehicle efficiency, hybrid technology, and electric vehicle deployment present opportunities to reduce long-term operating costs, though adoption varies significantly by jurisdiction based on infrastructure availability and operational requirements; and WHEREAS, a performance-based approach that incentivizes fleet efficiency can encourage modernization while improving long-term fiscal sustainability for both state and local governments law enforcement; and WHEREAS, a tiered or benchmark-based reimbursement model tied to vehicle efficiency or fleet-wide operational performance could encourage counties to adopt efficient vehicles while recognizing operational realities of law enforcement duties; and NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Wisconsin Counties Association supports the creation of a State-Local Public Safety Fleet Efficiency Program that provides financial assistance to counties for law enforcement and public safety fleet energy and fuel costs based on measurable efficiency benchmarks; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that such a program should be designed to: 1. Stabilize county public safety budgets against volatile fuel and energy prices; 2. Recognize geographic and operational differences among counties, particularly rural service delivery challenges; 3. Incentivize the adoption of fuel-efficient, hybrid, and electric vehicles where operationally feasible; 4. Provide tiered reimbursement or cost-sharing based on fleet efficiency performance metrics (such as miles per gallon, class-adjusted efficiency, or cost per operational mile); and 5. Avoid unintended penalties for necessary specialized law enforcement vehicles where efficiency gains are limited by operational requirements; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Wisconsin Counties Association urges the State of Wisconsin to explore leveraging federal infrastructure, energy, and public safety funding sources to support such a program and reduce net state fiscal exposure; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Wisconsin Counties Association encourages the state to design this program in collaboration with counties to ensure administrative simplicity, equitable access, and alignment with existing fleet replacement cycles and procurement systems; and BE IT FINALLY RESOLVED, that the Wisconsin Counties Association will advocate for state legislative action establishing a long-term, sustainable mechanism to support county public safety fleet efficiency and operational cost stability. By Action of the: Bayfield County Board of Supervisors ____________________________________________ Jan Lee, Board Chair STATE OF WISCONSIN ) ) ss. COUNTY OF BAYFIELD ) I, Lynn M. Divine, Bayfield County Clerk, hereby certify that the foregoing is a true and correct copy of Resolution No. 2026-55, Volume 30, adopted by the Bayfield County Board of Supervisors at their meeting held on the 26th day of May 2026. _________________________________________________ Lynn M. Divine, Bayfield County Clerk Resolution Authorization of Lower-Level Bathroom Repair Project Budget Amendment WHEREAS, The lower-level bathrooms in Human Services have had line backup issues for several years; and WHEREAS, Maintenance proposes repairing plumbing lines and sewer collectors in the fitting wall, floor and hallway in addition to new toilets and bathroom finishes for three new bathrooms; and WHEREAS, Original funding for the project was estimated at $40,000; and WHEREAS, Actual project costs will be $114,500, requiring $74,000 in additional funding; and NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, The Bayfield County Board of Supervisors authorizes this project to proceed with supplemental funding from the county fund balance. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Bayfield County Board of Supervisors assembled this 26th day of May, 2026, hereby approves the following 2026 budget amendment: Increase 100-00-49301 $74,000 100-00-59430-50998 $74,000 430-70-49201 $74,000 430-52-50820-004 $74,000 By Action of the: Bayfield County Board of Supervisors ____________________________________________ Jan Lee, Chair STATE OF WISCONSIN ) ) ss. COUNTY OF BAYFIELD ) I, Lynn Divine, Bayfield County Clerk, hereby certify that the foregoing is a true and correct copy of Resolution No. 2026-56, Volume 30, adopted by the Bayfield County Board of Supervisors at their meeting held on the 26th day of May 2026. _________________________________________ Lynn Divine, Bayfield County Clerk No. 2026 - 56 Resolution No. 2026-57 Authorization to Apply for an Electric Vehicle Pilot Project through the Wisconsin Public Service Commission (PSC) Energy Innovation Grant Program (EIGP) WHEREAS, The Department of Energy, the State of Wisconsin and Bayfield County has invested in backup power and Electric Vehicle Charging systems at county and community facilities; and WHEREAS, Alternative sources of energy for vehicle fueling can provide long term cost savings and hedge utility cost increases; and, WHEREAS, Bayfield County plans to leverage current vehicle budgets with grant funds for future vehicle acquisition; and, WHEREAS, The Pilot project will include education for first time EV users, together with data collection to determine savings, advantages and disadvantages of Electric Vehicle use in a municipal fleet; and, WHEREAS, the State Energy Office with the Wisconsin PSC is accepting applications for Technology Transfer and Market Transformation Planning, Data Efforts that contribute to comprehensive energy projects or plans and Workforce Training, Education and Technical Assistance NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Bayfield County Board of Supervisors, assembled this 26th day of May 2026, does hereby support the application of a PSC, EIGP project in 2026. By Action of the: Bayfield County Board of Supervisors ____________________________________________ Jan Lee, Chair STATE OF WISCONSIN ) ) ss. COUNTY OF BAYFIELD ) I, Lynn M. Divine, Bayfield County Clerk, hereby certify that the foregoing is a true and correct copy of Resolution No. 2026-57, Volume 30, adopted by the Bayfield County Board of Supervisors at their meeting held on the 26th day of May 2026. _________________________________________________ Lynn M. Divine, Bayfield County Clerk Resolution No. 2026 - 58 AUTHORIZATION TO SIGN THE DEPARTMENT OF ADMINISTRATION NON-STATE GRANT AND LAND USE RESTRICTION AGREEMENTS FOR THE IRON RIVER HIGHWAY GARAGE AND COURTHOUSE DOME PROJECTS WHEREAS, The Bayfield County Board authorized application for the Non-State Grant Program for the Iron River Highway Garage and the Bayfield County Courthouse Restoration Projects; and WHEREAS, Bayfield County was awarded $142,000; and, WHEREAS, Authorization to sign the grant and land use restriction agreement is required; and, NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, That the Bayfield County Administrator is authorized to sign agreements and proceed with projects. By Action of the: Bayfield County Board of Supervisors __________________________________________ Jan Lee, Chair STATE OF WISCONSIN ) ) ss. COUNTY OF BAYFIELD ) I, Lynn M. Divine, Bayfield County Clerk, hereby certify that the foregoing is a true and correct copy of Resolution No. 2026-58, Volume 30, adopted by the Bayfield County Board of Supervisors at their meeting held on the 26th day of May, 2026. Lynn M. Divine, Bayfield County Clerk _________________________________________________ Resolution to Proceed with Department of Energy Projects and Contracts as approved and part of the 2026 Budget WHEREAS, Bayfield County and Red Cliff in partnership with the State of Wisconsin was awarded funding for municipal and county energy projects including solar, EV charging and battery energy storage systems; and WHEREAS, Project funding is included in the 2026 budget; and WHEREAS, The projects involve three separate contractors; and NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, The Bayfield County Board of Supervisors approves project commencement and contract signing by the Bayfield County Administrator in accordance with grant agreements and designated budgets. By Action of the: Bayfield County Board of Supervisors ____________________________________ Jan Lee, Chair STATE OF WISCONSIN ) ) ss. COUNTY OF BAYFIELD ) I, Lynn M. Divine, Bayfield County Clerk, hereby certify that the foregoing is a true and correct copy of Resolution No. 2026-, Volume 30, adopted by the Bayfield County Board of Supervisors at their meeting held on the 26th day of May 2026. _________________________________________ Lynn M. Divine, Bayfield County Clerk Resolution No. 2026-59 FY 2026 DAILY USE RADIO GRANT PROGRAM AUTHORIZATION AND BUDGET AMENDMENT WHEREAS, Bayfield County applied on behalf of public safety entities within Bayfield County to assist local government agencies with purchasing radios and equipment needed to transition from legacy VHF WISCOM to WISCOM 800, and WHEREAS, The grant covers two fiscal years, 2026 and 2027 and includes $2,175,500 in total funding with at $435,100 match; and WHEREAS, This is a reimbursement grant, the county and agencies will make purchases and then file for reimbursement, and WHEREAS, the agencies include Highway, Emergency Management and the Sheriff’s Office together with Fire and EMS in Bayfield County have applied and are eligible for 80/20 funding, and; WHEREAS, Each entity is responsible for their own match, and; WHERAS, In 2026 $321,000 will be the total with county match equaling $64,200 NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, The Bayfield County Board of Supervisors authorizes signature of the grant; and NOW THEREFORE BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Bayfield County Board of Supervisors assembled this 26th day of May 2026, hereby approves the following 2026 budget amendment: Increase 100-00-49301 $64,200 100-00-59430-50998 $64,200 430-70-49201 $64,200 430-00-57100-50815 $321,000 430-00-43523-002 $256,800 By Action of the: Bayfield County Board of Supervisors ____________________________________ Jan Lee, Chair Resolution No. 2026-60 STATE OF WISCONSIN ) ) ss. COUNTY OF BAYFIELD ) I, Lynn M. Divine, Bayfield County Clerk, hereby certify that the foregoing is a true and correct copy of Resolution No. 2026-60, Volume 30, adopted by the Bayfield County Board of Supervisors at their meeting held on the 26th day of May 2026. _________________________________________ Lynn M. Divine, Bayfield County Clerk State of Wisconsin / DEPARTMENT OF MILITARY AFFAIRS PO BOX 14587 MADISON 53708-0587 _____________ OFFICE OF EMERGENCY COMMUNICATIONS TELEPHONE 608 888-5501 May 13, 2026 Bayfield County Mark Abeles-Allison, County Administrator PO Box 423 Washburn, WI 54891 Re: FY26 Daily Use Radio Grant Program Dear Mark Abeles-Allison, The Wisconsin Department of Military Affairs/Office of Emergency Communications (DMA/OEC) is pleased to award Bayfield County state funding through the Daily Use Radio Grant Program to assist local government agencies with purchasing radios and equipment needed to transition from legacy VHF WISCOM to WISCOM 800. Before work on the grant project can begin, we require the following: 1. A thorough review of each document within this award package (award letter and Attachments A-E of the award letter). 2. The signature and initials of the Signatory Official where indicated including the bottom of each page and the last page. Electronic signatures are acceptable. 3. Agreement with the terms and conditions of the grant award. The Signatory Official is responsible for ensuring that the agency so agrees. If the agency or signatory official does not agree, they may notify the program contact identified in the award package to decline the award. 4. The initials of the Main Point of Contact where indicated for any budget notes and/or special conditions that are listed. 5. Maintenance by the receiving agency of a copy of the signed award documents. 6. The return of the signed award documents via email within thirty (30) days to interop@widma.gov. Please feel free to reach out to me with any questions. We look forward to a collaborative working relationship with Bayfield County. Sincerely, Grant Grywalsky NextGen9-1-1 Grant Specialist Office of Emergency Communications WI Department of Military Affairs Docusign Envelope ID: F49E5B29-5BC2-8382-83AA-064F738FFD54 AWARD LETTER May 13, 2026 Bayfield County Mark Abeles-Allison, County Administrator PO Box 423 Washburn, WI 54891 Re: FY26 Daily Use Radio Grant Program Grant Number: 2026-DR101 The Department of Military Affairs (DMA), Office of Emergency Communications (OEC) awards to Bayfield County (the Grantee), the amount of $2,175,500.00 for projects pursuant to Wis. Stat. § 323.29(5). This grant may be used until May 7, 2027, for the projects consistent with the budget and general conditions in Attachment A, subject to any grant assurances set forth in Attachment B, the reporting requirements outlined in Attachment C, and the programming requirements outlined in Attachment D and the approved budget in Attachment E. Attachments A-E are incorporated into this award letter. The Grantee shall administer the projects for which this grant is awarded in accordance with the applicable rules, regulations, and conditions of the Department of Military Affairs. This grant shall become effective, and funds may be obligated (unless otherwise specified in Attachments A, B and/or C) starting after the Grantee signs and returns a signed version of this grant award to the Department of Military Affairs, but no sooner than May 7, 2026. Keep a copy of these documents for your records. ________________________________________ ___________________________ Erik Viel, Director Date Office of Emergency Communications Wisconsin Department of Military Affairs By signing below, the Grantee, Bayfield County accepts the grant and terms and conditions of the grant as set forth in the award letter and Attachments A-E of the award letter. Grantee: Bayfield County By:______________________________________________ Mark Abeles-Allison County Administrator _________________________ Date Docusign Envelope ID: F49E5B29-5BC2-8382-83AA-064F738FFD54 5/13/2026 | 9:23 AM CDT ATTACHMENT A – GRANT SUMMARY AND AWARD CONDITIONS Signatory Official Initials __________ Date __________ Grantee: Bayfield County Grant Number: 2026-DR101 Project Title: FY26 Daily Use Radio Grant Program Statute Reference: § 323.29(5) STATE ID: 465.315RGP Grant Period from: May 7, 2026 to May 7, 2027 APPROVED BUDGET See Attachment E for complete approved budget STATE (80%) TOTAL MATCH (20%) TOTAL TOTAL APPROVED BUDGET $1,740,400.00 $435,100.00 $2,175,500.00 Budget Note(s) Main Point of Contact: Initials __________ Date __________ Please contact Interop@widma.gov if you have any questions about the changes to your budget. Special Condition(s) Main Point of Contact: Initials __________ Date __________ The following must be addressed during the performance period: 1. The grantee must update their grant budget and resumbit to DMA within 60 days of signing and returning the grant award documents. The updated budget must reflect the actual costs that will be spent and reimbursed through the grant. 2. Upon review of the submitted training plan, it was identified that additional information is needed. Prior to the end of the grant period, the grantee must submit an updated and final training plan. Additional information on what should be included will be provided post-award. DMA will be providing a template that can be used. 3. Prior to the end of the grant project period, the grantee must submit a written plan for implementing and maintaining the use of encryption on the radios purchased, replaced, or upgraded with grant funds. The plan must identify who is responsible for maintaining the encryption keys that will be used, include reference to the use of AES and multi-key encryption only, and also include language regarding compliance with the WI Storage Location Number Plan for WI. 4. The grantee must update their grant budget and resumbit to DMA within 60 days of signing and returning the grant award documents. The updated budget must reflect the actual costs that will be spent and reimbursed through the grant. Grant/Budget Modifications Proposed budget changes in excess of 10% of the total project budget, or a change to include a grant expense not previously approved, requires a written modification request prior to any budget reallocations. For the FY26 Daily Use Radio Grant Program cycle, grant modifications cannot increase the award total. Contact Grant Grywalsky for a Modification Request Form. Any changes in the Grantee’s personnel involved with the grant, including the main point of contact, the secondary contact and the signatory official, need to be reported to grant administrative staff via email. Name of Grant Specialist: Grant Grywalsky Phone Number: 608-471-2155 Email: Grant.Grywalsky@widma.gov General OEC Email: Interop@widma.gov Docusign Envelope ID: F49E5B29-5BC2-8382-83AA-064F738FFD54 ATTACHMENT A – GRANT SUMMARY AND AWARD CONDITIONS Signatory Official Initials __________ Date __________ Award General Conditions 1. WISCOM 800 Affiliation: Every radio that is purchased or programmed using grant funds must affiliate over RF onto the WISCOM 800 system when it becomes available to ensure that the radio(s) can connect to the new system. Some radio shops may be able perform this for you when they are programming the radios. If you would like to request a report of what newly purchased radios have affiliated to the system to verify that this step has been completed, please send an email to interop@widma.gov. 2. Programming: All radios purchased, replaced or upgraded with grant funds must be programmed to include the minimum prescribed set of state, national, and federal interoperability channels outlined in Attachment D – Wisconsin Interoperability Programming Requirements. Programming of WISCOM 800 can only be done by programmers who have been issued a WISCOM 800 advanced system key by the OEC. Code plugs may be audited for compliance. If encryption is being purchased with grant funds, the grantee must follow the Storage Location Number (SLN) Plan for Wisconsin which can be found here - https://oec.wi.gov/wisconsin-statewide-encryption-plan/. 3. Training: All personnel who utilize equipment purchased with funds from this grant must receive training either through the equipment vendor or other competent source specific to that piece of equipment before it is put into service. The Grantee is required to maintain proper training records and submit them with the grant closeout documentation. 4. Fiscal Compliance: To be allowable under a grant program, costs must match the approved budget and must be obligated during the grant performance period. Payment must be made within 60 days of the grant performance period ending date. Taxes are not allowable. 5. Allowable Costs: Costs must be allowable and meet grant goals and objectives. No costs or services that will be funded with grant dollars may be incurred outside of the approved grant performance period. 6. Programmatic Changes: No changes may be made to the terms and conditions of the grant without prior approval from DMA by the DMA Grant Specialist. Proposed changes may be requested by submitting a modification request via email. Changes requiring a modification may include but are not limited to Budget, Scope of Project, Period of Performance, main point of contact, secondary point of contact, signatory official, and/or applicable Performance Measures. 7. Contracts and Procurement: The Grantee shall use their own procurement procedures and regulations, provided that the procurement conforms to applicable state law and procurement standards. Copies of legal agreements shall be submitted to the DMA Grant Specialist as deemed necessary, which may include procurement solicitations, contracts, or interdepartmental agreements and memoranda of understanding (MOU) among collaborating agencies. 8. Conflict of Interest: No staff member of the Grantee may use their position to obtain financial gain or anything of substantial value for the private benefit to themselves, their immediate family, or an organization with which they are associated, such as a royalty, commission, contingent fee, brokerage fee, consultant fee, or other benefit. Wis. Stat. § 19.59(1)(a). Docusign Envelope ID: F49E5B29-5BC2-8382-83AA-064F738FFD54 ATTACHMENT A – GRANT SUMMARY AND AWARD CONDITIONS Signatory Official Initials __________ Date __________ 9. Fiscal Control: The Grantee will use fiscal control and fund accounting procedures and will ensure proper disbursement of, and accounting for, funds received and distributed under this program, per Wis. Stat. § 16.41 (Agency and authority accounting; information; aid). 10. Disbursement: Grant funds will be disbursed in the form of reimbursement by DMA upon completion of approved Quarterly Program Report(s), Project Closeout, and satisfaction of Special Conditions. The Final Closeout Report is considered your Request for Reimbursement and must include copies of paid detailed invoices/receipts, necessary supporting documentation and a completed Request for Reimbursement Form signed by the Signatory Official for your agency. 11. Program Income: All income generated as a direct result of a grant-funded project shall be deemed program income. Program income must be used for the purpose and under the conditions applicable to the award. Program income should be used as earned and accounted for in your reimbursement request. 12. Copyright, Acknowledgement, and Publications: The Grantee will comply with all copyright and materials acknowledgement requirements as addressed in the projects’ grant guidelines. The Wisconsin Department of Military Affairs reserves a royalty-free, nonexclusive, and irrevocable license to reproduce, publish or otherwise use, and to authorize others to use, for DMA purposes the following: the copyright in any work developed under this grant and; any rights of copyright to which the Grantee or a contractor purchases ownership with grant support. The content of any grant-funded publication or product may be reprinted in whole or in part, with credit to the DMA acknowledged. When issuing statements, press releases, and other documents describing projects or programs funded in whole or in part with grant funds, the Grantee shall clearly acknowledge the receipt of grant funds in a statement. 13. Grant Compliance: Grantee must comply with the Grant Announcement used to announce the funding opportunity and the requirements listed within the award letter and Attachments A-E of the award letter. 14. Grant Reporting: The Grantee shall ensure that all grant reporting will be timely on a schedule established by the DMA. Grant reporting information provided to the DMA staff shall accurately assess the completeness of grant goals, activities, benchmarks and target dates. 15. Cooperation with Evaluation or Audit: The Grantee shall cooperate with the performance of any evaluation or audit of the program by the Interoperability Council, DMA or by their contractors. Docusign Envelope ID: F49E5B29-5BC2-8382-83AA-064F738FFD54 ATTACHMENT B – GRANT ASSURANCES Signatory Official Initials __________ Date __________ 1. Wisconsin State Statute and Standards Compliance The Grantee agrees to comply with the requirements outlined in the statewide public safety interoperable communication system statute (Wis. Stat. § 323.29). Please be advised that if the Grantee is deemed to be out of compliance with Wis. Stat. § 323.29 or any grant conditions or requirements, current grant funds may be withheld or de-obligated and the approval of future grant funds may be impacted. 2. Grant Administration Training The Grantee shall make every effort to participate in any applicable grant program conference calls, administrative trainings, or technical assistance supplied by DMA. 3. Audit Requirements a. The Grantee agrees to comply with all applicable Wisconsin State Purchases Law pursuant to Wis. Stat. Chapter 16; purchasing rules and regulations. b. The Grantee is prohibited from transferring funds between programs (i.e., NextGen9-1-1 Program, Homeland Security, Emergency Management Program Grant, etc.) c. The Grantee agrees to fully cooperate with compliance audits including periodic programmatic, fiscal monitoring, records review and site visits conducted by DMA. Grantees agree to submit timely and accurate Quarterly Program Reports to DMA as required and to participate in DMA sponsored surveys and all other required reports related to any DMA-administered grant program. DMA reserves the right to deny payment to any approved programs for failure to comply with this provision. 4. Matching Funds This grant award requires a 20% local match. Matching funds must be an allowable expense under the grant program, must be cash match (in-kind is not allowed), and must come from a local funding source. By accepting this grant award, the Grantee is certifying that it has the funding available to cover the total cost of the project prior to receiving reimbursement by DMA. The 80% state reimbursement will be a one-time payment at the close out of the grant when all funds have been expended. 5. Payment Methodology and Withholding Grant Funds DMA shall only remit funds to Grantees upon receipt of a Grant Reimbursement Request Form, signed by the Signatory Official, at the close out of the grant performance period that includes the required supporting documentation. If purchasing is to be completed by an agency other than the named grantee, a written agreement must be provided to DMA for approval prior to paying any invoices. The Grantee fully understands that DMA has the right to withhold, suspend or terminate grant funds to any recipient that fails to conform to the requirements (general/special conditions, reporting) outlined in the award letter and Attachments A-E of the award letter. If the Grantee is deemed to be out of compliance with the applicable provisions of Wis. Stat. § 323.29 or any grant conditions or requirements that would make the Grantee ineligible to receive grant funding, current grant funds may be withheld or de- obligated, and the approval of future grant funds may be impacted. 6. Non-Appropriation All awards are subject to the availability of appropriated state funds and to any modifications or additional requirements that may be imposed by law. Docusign Envelope ID: F49E5B29-5BC2-8382-83AA-064F738FFD54 ATTACHMENT B – GRANT ASSURANCES Signatory Official Initials __________ Date __________ 7. Maintenance of Records All grant documents including but not limited to invoices, purchase orders, packing slips, equipment make, model and serial numbers, must be maintained by the Grantee for a minimum of four (4) years after the DMA closeout date. 8. Property acquired with grant funds DMA requires that property acquired with grant funds be tagged and tracked detailing the description of the property, serial or identification number, source of property, name of owner, acquisition date, cost, location, and condition. Title to property acquired in whole or part with grant funds shall vest in the Grantee, subject to divestment at the option of DMA where its use is discontinued. Grantees shall exercise due caution in the use, maintenance, protection and preservation of such property. Grantees that accept grant funding are responsible for all sustainment and replacement costs after the end of the grant performance period. 9. Equal Opportunity, Non-discrimination and Affirmative Action Program Requirements It is the responsibility of all Grantees to ensure that their employment practices comply with Equal Opportunity Requirements, s. 51.01 (5), Wis. Stats., s. 111.32 (13)(m), Wis. Stats., and Gubernatorial Executive Orders governing the promotion of a diverse workforce, equal opportunity and the prevention of sexual harassment and including where applicable, the requirement of Grantees to formulate, implement and file an Equal Opportunity Plan with DMA. In connection with the performance of work under this grant, the Grantee agrees not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of age, race, religion, color, handicap, sex, physical condition, developmental disability as defined in Wis. Stat. § 51.01(5), sexual orientation as defined in Wis. Stat.§ 111.32(13m), or national origin. This provision shall include, but not be limited to, the following: employment, upgrading, demotion or transfer; recruitment or recruitment advertising; layoff or termination; rates of pay or other forms of compensation; and selection for training, including apprenticeship. Except with respect to sexual orientation, the Grantee further agrees to take affirmative action to ensure equal employment opportunities. Pursuant to 2019 Wisconsin Executive Order 1, Grantee agrees it will hire only on the basis of merit and will not discriminate against any persons performing a contract, subcontract or grant because of military or veteran status, gender identity or expression, marital or familial status, genetic information or political affiliation. 10. Ethical Standards/Prohibited Political Activity It is the responsibility of all Grantees to comply with applicable provisions of Wis. Stats. Chapter 19, Subchapter III – Code of Ethics for Public Officials and Employees, and the provisions of the Hatch Act, which limit the political activity of public employees. 11. Collection of Unallowable Costs Payments made for costs determined to be unallowable by either the awarding agency, cognizant agency for indirect costs, or pass-through entity, either as direct or indirect costs, must be refunded (including interest) to the State of Wisconsin in accordance with instructions from the state agency that determined the costs are unallowable unless state statute directs otherwise. Docusign Envelope ID: F49E5B29-5BC2-8382-83AA-064F738FFD54 ATTACHMENT C – REPORTING REQUIREMENTS AND CLOSEOUT Signatory Official Initials __________ Date __________ Reporting Requirements Grantee agrees to meet reasonable fiscal and administrative requirements to account for its grant funds in accordance with state statute, administrative code, and as DMA may require, including but not limited to submitting quarterly progress reports, final financial reports, and closeout documentation. Templates for the quarterly reports will be made available at a later date. Quarterly reports (with the exception of the closeout report) must be sent to Grant Grywalsky or interop@widma.gov by the end of the following month after the close of each calendar quarter as follows: Report 1 – Grant Performance Period Start to August 5, 2026 Due: September 4, 2026 Report 2 – August 6, 2026, to November 4, 2026 Due: December 4, 2026 Report 3 – November 5, 2026, to February 3, 2027 Due: March 5, 2027 Report 4 – February 4, 2027, to May 7, 2027 Due: At Closeout Failure to comply with this provision may result in the withholding of grant funds until the delinquent report is received. If a Grantee closes out their project prior to the grant performance period end date, the closeout report is required within sixty (60) days of the final expense and invoice. Grant Closeout After the grant performance period ends, the Grantee must submit all closeout documents and complete closeout requirements within 60 days. Extension requests must be submitted a minimum of 30 days before the end date of the grant performance period and will be reviewed by program staff on a case-by-case basis. Requests to extend the grant performance period are generally discouraged. There is no guarantee of an extension request approval and extensions are contingent on state fiscal year deadlines and state statutory requirements. Unless requested in advance, grant reimbursement payment will be in the form of a check after successful closeout. If the Grantee prefers electronic payment via ACH or is in need of upfront payment consideration, please contact Grant Grywalsky for more information. To closeout a grant, DMA requires submission of: • Grant Reimbursement Request Form – expenditures on the Grant Reimbursement Form must have been incurred within the approved period of performance listed on these award documents. • Invoices and proof of payment for all grant funded items identified on the Grant Reimbursement Request Form. Proof of payment can be a copy of the check or a general ledger report with the check number. • A copy of the procurement information authorizing that type of purchase if not already submitted to OEC. • A final equipment inventory report – this report is required for any equipment purchased with a single per unit cost in excess of $5,000 and should include serial numbers for equipment. A template will be provided. Upon completion of the closeout process, DMA will send a Closeout Letter to Grantees, advising the grant is closed. Docusign Envelope ID: F49E5B29-5BC2-8382-83AA-064F738FFD54 ATTACHMENT D – WISCONSIN INTEROPERABILITY PROGRAMMING REQUIREMENTS Signatory Official Initials __________ Date __________ See additional document included with award email. Docusign Envelope ID: F49E5B29-5BC2-8382-83AA-064F738FFD54 ATTACHMENT E – APPROVED BUDGET Signatory Official Initials __________ Date __________ See additional document included with award email. Docusign Envelope ID: F49E5B29-5BC2-8382-83AA-064F738FFD54 SIGNATURE/ACCEPTANCE As the duly authorized representative, I certify that this award package was received and reviewed by the appropriate members of this organization. I also acknowledge receipt of the grant award letter and Attachments A-E of the award letter. I understand that this grant is awarded subject to compliance with all certifications and conditions described in those documents. Bayfield County Signature of Authorized Agent Date Agency Mark Abeles-Allison 2026-DR101 Name (printed) Grant Award Number Substitute signing or stamping is not accepted. PLEASE SIGN DOCUMENTS, KEEP ONE COPY FOR RECORDS AND RETURN A SIGNED, SCANNED VERSION VIA EMAIL WITHIN THIRTY (30) DAYS TO: Interop@widma.gov Subject: Signed Grant Award Documents Docusign Envelope ID: F49E5B29-5BC2-8382-83AA-064F738FFD54 TONY EVERS, Governor JAMIE FORMEA, Vice-Chairperson Interoperability Council Wisconsin Department of Military Affairs 2400 Wright Street | Madison WI 53704 Phone: (608) 888.5501| | https://oec.wi.gov/ Memorandum Subject: Planned Updates to WISCOM 800 Interoperability Talkgroup Lineup To: WISCOM 800 User Community Date: May 7, 2026 As development of the WISCOM 800 interoperable communications system continues, the Interoperability Council, its subcommittees, and the Office of Emergency Communications (OEC) remain focused on ensuring the system meets the operational needs of Wisconsin’s public safety community. Based on continued review of stakeholder input and evolving requirements for public safety operations, updates to the existing interoperability talkgroup lineup are being considered prior to the system’s initial operational launch. These updates are intend ed to improve both usability and operational security when WISCOM is used during local, regional, and statewide incidents. Examples of changes currently under consideration include: • Expansion of the number of interoperable talkgroups available within each region; and • Development of an interoperable encryption plan to support operational security needs during incidents where secure communications are required. These efforts are focused on strengthening WISCOM’s role as a flexible and reliable interoperability platform while recognizing the varied operational environments in which the system will be used. Grant Program Impacts Agencies awarded funding under the FY2025 and FY2026 Interoperability Grant Programs will not be required to program channels or talkgroups beyond the original requirements communicated as part of those grant programs. The minimum programming requirements outlined in the grant announcements and award packages remain in effect for those awards. Once the revised interoperability plan is finalized, programming of the full interoperability talkgroup lineup will be strongly recommended for all WISCOM 800 users, including FY2025 and FY2026 grant recipients, to support statewide interoperability and preparedness. Next Steps Revised interoperability talkgroup information will be included with system programming guidance to support subscriber onboarding. Additional details and formal guidance will be shared with users as they are finalized. Thank you for your continued engagement and feedback as we prepare to bring the WISCOM 800 system online. Stakeholder input remains a critical part of building a system that meets the needs of Wisconsin’s public safety community. _______________________________________ Erik Viel, Director of Emergency Communications _______________________________________ Jamie Formea, Interoperability Council Vice- Chairperson Docusign Envelope ID: 1D5E85F8-0BC9-8AD2-8115-A780A4206F2F