Monthly Meeting Minutes 09/13/26-UNAPPROVED

Town of Richfield 8478 Richfield Drive Marshfield, WI 54449 Monthly Board Minutes September 13, 2026 Josh Sabo called the meeting to order at 7:00pm. Pledge of Allegiance Roll call The following persons were present: Josh Sabo (Chairperson), Bob Tomkowiak (Supervisor #1), Chris Christiansen (Supervisor #2), Josh Haebig (Supervisor #3), Paul Haebig (Supervisor #4), Paula Rustad (Clerk), Johnathan Dickinson (Treasurer), Dale Brueggen Minutes from August 16, 2026 Monthly Board Meeting Chris Christiansen made a motion to approve the August 16, 2026 Monthly Board Meeting minutes. Paul Haebig 2nd motion. Motion carried. Public Comment Period (Limit: 3 minutes per speaker. State your name and address. Comments should be addressed to the Board, not individuals) None Treasurer’s Report Check #14440 has been lost so will be voided & reissued in October. Josh Haebig made a motion to approve the August 2026 Treasurer’s report for both Partners Bank and Forward Bank. Paul Haebig 2nd motion. Motion carried. Treasurer’s Update Bob Tomkowiak made a motion to move $100,000.00 from Partner’s Bank to Forward Bank. Chris Christiansen 2nd motion. Motion carried. Bob Tomkowiak moved to amend the motion by changing the amount to be moved from Partner’s Bank to Forward Bank from $100,000.00 to $175,000.00 so that bills can start to be paid out of the new account. Chris Christiansen 2nd the amendment. Motion carried. Meeting Date/Time (Monthly & Special Meetings) The monthly meeting for October is scheduled for Monday, October 12, 2026, at 7:00pm. This is different than our normal 2nd Sunday of the month due to conflicts. No special meetings are scheduled at this time. Residents are encouraged to check the Town website for updates, agendas, and minutes. UNAPPROVED Set Budget Meeting Date Budget Meeting is set for Tuesday, October 13th, 2026 at 6:00pm. Set Budget Hearing Date Budget Hearing is set for Sunday, November 8th, 2026 at 7:00pm. Town Insurance The Town received payment related to the towing and damage claim involving the plow truck. As the Town's insurance policy is scheduled for renewal in February, the Board discussed reviewing and comparing quotes from other insurance companies before making a renewal decision. Garbage/Recycling Contract The contract was awarded to Waste Management for a 10-year term. The agreement includes once- monthly recycling service, annual rate increases of 5%, and a $5.00 fuel surcharge. Residents will receive new standardized waste and recycling carts at some point to ensure uniformity throughout the township. Additionally, Deb from the Northwest Recycling Board reported that an award application will be submitted recognizing the townships' participation and efforts in the tire recycling program. Roads 2026 Road Projects Update -All road projects have been completed, including the graveling and shouldering work. There were some concerns regarding the quality of the gravel work, and the Board was not satisfied with the results. Specifications in next year's bid will be reviewed and revised to address these concerns. -Scott Construction has completed all scheduled maintenance work with the exception of chip sealing. Chase will evaluate the remaining roads to determine which areas can be chip sealed while staying within the road maintenance budget. -With the various maintenance methods used this year, the Board will monitor road conditions to determine which approaches perform best over time. Other Road Maintenance discussed -The County has not yet installed the dead-end signs on Maxwell Dr. They will be installing double dead-end signs as well as a Class B road sign on Polish Road. -The green electrical box located on Stadt Road is still in the ditch. Josh S will look into the matter. -Bob completed fill work on portions of Bethel Road and Arpin-Richfield Road. Some issues remain on Bethel Road so Josh S. will further inspect those areas. -Trees were reported down throughout the township and have since been cleared. -County Rd EE and Washington Road, Josh S. is still awaiting a response from the County regarding the water issue and the unfinished culvert project. -The transmission on the plow truck has not been serviced in approximately nine years. An estimate from Rigs and Wrenches is approximately $700 for the service. Josh S. will follow up with Rigs and Wrenches regarding the maintenance work. Snow Plowing Town of Wood Contract-The contract for snow plowing between the Town of Richfield and the Town of Wood was discussed. Bob Tomkowiak made a motion to approve the 2026-2027 proposed snow plowing of $100.00/hr per plow between the Town of Richfield and Town of Wood. Josh Haebig 2nd motion. Motion carried. Paula will send out to Town of Wood Chairman to sign. Winter 2026-2027 Snow Plowing Update Dale Brueggen was present and expressed interest in filling the snowplow driver position. The Board discussed the duties and responsibilities associated with the position. He will be added to the Town's insurance policy for snowplowing operations. Annual Road Certification Moved to be discussed at next month’s meeting Building Maintenance Propane Contract The board reviewed the 2026-2027 winter propane contract that was provided by Cooper Propane, LLC. Chris Christiansen made a motion to purchase 2000 gallons at $1.44/gal for a total of $2880.00. Josh Haebig 2nd motion. Motion carried. Other Building Maintenance discussed -Nikolai is obtaining a quote to repair the door on the highway side of the building. Due to its condition, replacement of the door will be necessary in the near future. -The shrubs outside the building are in poor condition and will be removed. Rather than replacing the shrubs, the landscaping may be updated next year with additional rock. Cemetery A map of the existing trees in the cemetery is being developed to assist with future planning. Future planting of trees, shrubs, and bushes in the cemetery will be prohibited. Two signs stating this policy have been ordered and will be installed upon receipt. Solus Managed Network Replacement Nothing new. This will be discussed again at next month's meeting. Wood County WTA Meeting Next meeting is this Friday, September 18, 2026 in Pittsville. Elections Bonnie is working on fulfilling Absentee Ballot requests. Open Book/Board of Review Meeting Reminder of the upcoming Open Book Sessions and Board of Review Meeting was given. Open Book-Tuesday, September 22, 2026 from 3:00pm-5:00pm and Wednesday, September 23, 2026 from 5:00pm-7:00pm Board of Review Meeting-Tuesday, September 29, 2026 starting at 5:00pm Fire Department/EMR Report Fire Calls for service since 8/16/26 – 6 3 in Richfield; shed fire on Bethel Rd, 1 vehicle rollover on Cth T, and broken power pole at Cth A/Wildwood Trail 3 - automatic/mutual aid; transformer explosion in Vesper-cancelled, house full of smoke in Pittsville-cancelled, commercial fire alarm in Pittsville-cancelled Emergency Medical Responder Calls since 8/16/26 – 4 1. Calendar Raffle in full swing – get you tickets Ambulance contract negotiations with the City of Marshfield were not discussed as we were told they would be therefore we will be reviewing the contract at next month’s meeting & discussing. Invoicing John did get one back. Waiting for the rest. Items Intended for Future Meetings No additional items beyond those already noted. Accounts Payable Paul Haebig made a motion to pay the bills. Josh Haebig 2nd motion. Motion carried. Move to closed session pursuant to Wis Stats Sec.19.85(1)(g) to discuss matters of the Town’s legal business. The Board considered the agenda item regarding a possible closed session pursuant to Wis. Stat. § 19.85(1)(g). After discussion, no motion was made to convene in closed session. The Board determined that a closed session was not necessary, and the meeting remained in open session. Adjournment Bob Tomkowiak made a motion to adjourn at 9:17pm. Paul Haebig 2nd motion. Motion carried. Paula Rustad, Town of Richfield Clerk