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Town of Winchester
7228 CTH W, Winchester, WI 54557
winchesterwi.com | 715-686-2123
Town of Winchester — Special Town Board Meeting Minutes
Meeting Date: October 6, 2026 — Page 1
SPECIAL TOWN BOARD MEETING MINUTES
October 6, 2026 • 10:00 AM • Winchester Town Hall, 7228 CTH W, Winchester, WI 54557
Members Present
Nicholas Newton (Chairperson), Robert Silvis (Supervisor),
Danny Dye (Supervisor), John Grimmer (Treasurer), Luke
Huybrecht (Clerk)
Members Absent
None
1. Call to Order and Pledge of Allegiance
Chairperson Nicholas Newton called the meeting to order at 10:00 AM. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited, and all
members were present.
2. Approval of Agenda at Chairperson’s Discretion
Motion: To approve the agenda as presented.
Moved: Silvis • Seconded: Dye • Vote: Carried 3-0
Discussion/Possible Action On
3. Employee HSA
The Board noted that the employee HSA matter has been resolved.
4. 2027 Budget
Adeline Huybrecht presented the 2027 library budget proposal to the Board.
New Business
5. RC Inspection Agency
The Board reviewed the updated 2027 price list from RC Inspection Agency. The electrical codes have been updated to
more recent models and guides, reflecting new requirements from the State. Clerk Huybrecht will request updated
proof of insurance from RC Inspection Agency annually.
Motion: To approve the new 2027 pricing schedule as presented by Rick Clem of RC Inspection Agency.
Moved: Newton • Seconded: Silvis • Vote: Carried 3-0
The Board then considered an amendment to the UDC ordinance to include detached garages, boat houses and vacant
lots. The verbiage was provided by Rick Clem through Town Attorney Greg Harold, and is to be added to the end of
point 4 of Ordinance 2018-01.
Town of Winchester
7228 CTH W, Winchester, WI 54557
winchesterwi.com | 715-686-2123
Town of Winchester — Special Town Board Meeting Minutes
Meeting Date: October 6, 2026 — Page 2
Motion: To adopt the amendment to the UDC ordinance (Ordinance 2018-01) to include detached
garages, boat houses and vacant lots, as amended.
Moved: Newton • Seconded: Dye • Vote: Carried 3-0
6. Dam Discussion
The Board acknowledged input from residents regarding water levels and deferred further questions to the news post on
the town website.
7. Papoose Lake Road Gravel Spreading
The Board approved M.J. Electric to spread its own gravel on the leased property located at the corner of Papoose Lake
and Little Papoose Roads, and the gravel does not need to be removed.
Future Agenda Items
● Discussion of the Rock Lake Properties
● Modification of Employee Handbook
● Cemetery Association Request for $4,000 in 2027 Budget
● Town Garage/Transfer Station Security
Adjournment
Motion: To adjourn the meeting.
Moved: Newton • Seconded: Silvis • Vote: Carried 3-0
Meeting adjourned at 2:08 PM.
Luke Huybrecht, Town Clerk Date Submitted: October 8, 2026
Source: Town of Winchester website. First collected Oct 19, 2026.