Monthly Meeting Minutes 08/16/26

Town of Richfield 8478 Richfield Drive Marshfield, WI 54449 Monthly Board Minutes August 16, 2026 Josh Sabo called the meeting to order at 7:00pm. Pledge of Allegiance Note: The town website was down on 8/12 to 8/14 due to an overload at the data center. The agenda was posted on 8/14 but it was later in the day than normal. 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) Minutes from July 15, 2026 Monthly Board Meeting Bob Tomkowiak made a motion to approve the July 15, 2026 Monthly Board Meeting minutes. Josh 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 Two reports will be presented every month until we fully switch to Forward Bank. Chris Christiansen made a motion to approve the July 2026 Treasurer’s report for both Partners Bank and Forward Bank. Paul Haebig 2nd motion. Motion carried. Treasurer’s Update -We received checks for the new account at Forward Bank but we also need deposit books so John will get those ordered . -We discontinued using QuickBooks Online so we will be receiving a partial refund for the months remaining. Meeting Date/Time (Monthly & Special Meetings) The monthly meeting for September is scheduled for Sunday, September 13, 2026, at 7:00pm. No special meetings are scheduled at this time. Residents are encouraged to check the Town website for updates, agendas, and minutes. Town Insurance Both claims for towing of the plow truck and damage back in March, 2026 were approved so we will be receiving payment of $10,739.00 shortly. Garbage & Recycling -Bid Proposal for all three companies: GFL, Harter's, and Waste Management were discussed. The Recycling Commission will meet this Wednesday to decide what company they are going with. Going into this meeting, all six townships will be coming in with their own choice but all will be deciding on the same company. Bob Tomkowiak made a motion that our first choice would be the 10 year contract with Waste Management with one recycling pickup per month and 5% flat fee. Josh Haebig 2nd motion. Motion carried. Bob Tomkowiak made a motion that our second choice would be the five year contract with Waste Management with one recycling pickup per month and 5% flat fee. Chris Christiansen 2nd motion. Motion carried. -It has also been decided to continue with the red cards but they will be updated. Roads -Blacktopping Update-All the roads have been blacktopped but shouldering has not been done. Josh S. will reach out to American Asphalt to check the status. -Road Maintenance Updates-Washington Ave & Stadt Rd were chip sealed with Dark Man Sand Seal from County Rd EE to Klondike, chip sealed on Half Mile Dr and Lincoln Rd north of County Rd N. This week Puff Creek Rd and Bluff Dr will get Gilsonite Preservation Seal. There is still crack filling that needs to be done so Josh S. will work with Chase from Scott Construction on these roads. We did have a few complaints from Half Mile Dr about cars being sprayed. Josh S. spoke with Chase who then reached out to the residents. Other Roads discussed -There have been several complaints regarding increased traffic on Polish Road due to the ongoing construction project in Pittsville. To help deter semi-truck traffic, Josh S. installed additional signage. He also discovered that the town is currently missing a Class B weight limit sign, which will need to be replaced. -The culvert on Washington has been inspected by the County, and Randy is working on a plan for addressing the issue. -At the corners of Richfield Wood Rd/Ward Blvd and Richfield Wood Rd/County Rd A, repairs were completed by Bob. -There are also few locations where disturbed areas have not been restored to their original condition following utility work. Josh S. will contact them regarding these concerns. -Bob and Josh S. reviewed several areas that require minor repairs and filling. The area outside the Town Hall will need to be monitored. -The grader and plow truck are both operational and ready for use. The grader is due for an oil change. The plow truck tires & frame remain in good condition, although the box could benefit from sandblasting and repainting. -Once a more regular highway employee is hired, that individual will be responsible for scheduling routine vehicle maintenance and related equipment upkeep. Josh S. reported that he has identified a potential candidate, and further discussions will take place. -Josh S. also submitted the Town's application for disaster recovery assistance related to the April flooding event. He will update the Board with the response of that request. Building Maintenance -Josh S. will be getting an estimate from Nikolai regarding the overhead door. -There are still lights in the town hall that are in need of replacing so Josh S. will continue to have Chris McDaniel replace them. -Josh S is still working on getting additional table carts to improve storage and transport of tables. Cemetery -Cemetery updates and details will be added to the website soon. -Chris still plans to go out to the cemetery but has not had a chance. 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, August 21, 2026. They are still looking for the transportation resolution from the municipalities so that will be sent to them soon. Also on September 21st, there will be a fall workshop that Josh S. plans to attend. Elections We had a 36% voter turnout for August Primary Partisan Election. We expect November's election to be more of a turnout so we'll have more election workers scheduled to work that day. Mileage The IRS issued a mid-year increase for the 2026 mileage rates for the second-half of the year which is July 1st through December 31st, 2026. The business rate is increasing from $0.725 per mile to $0.76 per mile. Wisconsin Dept of Natural Resources-Managed Forest Law Transfer Order Transfer order was reviewed & discussed. No reason to believe land discussed is not eligible so no comments to submit. Certified Maps Map presented was reviewed & approved. Fire Department/EMR Report Fire Calls for service since 7/15/26 – 7 0 in Richfield; 7 - automatic/mutual aid; structure fire in Town of Remington-cancelled, possible fire in Town of Marshfield-cancelled, equipment fire in Village of Auburndale-cancelled, field fire in Town of Arpin, vehicle fire in Town of Hansen-cancelled, fire alarm in City of Pittsville-cancelled, hot hay in mow in Town of Dexter First Responder Calls since 7/15/26 – 3 1. Hose testing on August 8 – 900 feet of LDH failed, will need to be replaced 2. October Calendar Raffle is in full swing 3. New EMR – Vivian Nikolai Invoicing BNI-Fire Numbers Items Intended for Future Meetings No additional items beyond those already noted. Accounts Payable Chris Christiansen made a motion to pay the bills. Bob Tomkowiak 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. Bob Tomkowiak made a motion to move into closed session pursuant to Wis Stats 19.85(1)(g) to discuss matters of the Town’s legal business. Chris Christiansen 2nd motion. Motion carried. Note: Johnathan Dickinson left the meeting at this time. Move to reconvene back into an open session to possibly take action on the Town’s legal business. Bob Tomkowiak made a motion to reconvene back into an open session to possibly take action on the Town’s legal business. Josh Haebig 2nd motion. Motion carried. Adjournment Bob Tomkowiak made a motion to adjourn at 9:00pm. Chris Christiansen 2nd motion. Motion carried. Paula Rustad, Town of Richfield Clerk