TownBoard_Minutes_April16_2026

TOWN BOARD MEETING MINUTES Official Meeting Minutes | April 17, 2026 | Page 1 Presque Isle Town Board Meeting Minutes — April 16, 2026 Date: April 16, 2026 Time: Meeting called to order approximately 6:00 PM Location: 8306 School Loop Rd, Presque Isle, WI 54557 Presiding Officer: Chairman Eschenbauch Members Present: Supervisor Logan Weber. Excused: Supervisor Wolter. Recording: Zoom video recording 1. CALL TO ORDER Chairman Eschenbauch called the meeting to order and led the Pledge of Allegiance . 2. APPROVAL OF MINUTES The Chairman presented the minutes from the April 2, 2026 regular Town Board meeting for approval. Motion: Approve minutes from April 2, 2026 meeting. Moved by Chairman Eschenbauch, seconded by Supervisor Logan Weber. Result: Approved. 3. OLD BUSINESS 1 Ambulance Insurance The Chairman reported that this item remains on the agenda pending a report from the town's insurance agents confirming the adequacy of the policy held by Northwoods Ambulance. That report has not yet been received. Decision: Item tabled. The town will maintain its current ambulance insurance coverage until the report is received. 2 Resolution to Dispose of Town Land The Chairman presented a resolution to be brought before town electors at the upcoming Annual Meeting, which would grant the Town Board permission to sell a parcel of town-owned land. The Board reviewed and discussed the resolution. Motion: Bring the Disposal of Property Resolution to the Annual Meeting for elector vote. Moved by Supervisor Logan Weber, seconded by Chairman Eschenbauch. Result: Approved. 3 Employee Handbook Chairman Eschenbauch reported the employee handbook update is in progress; outdated provisions were removed and updated handbooks were distributed to the road crew and transfer station. The library is drafting a library-specific handbook, which Supervisor Logan Weber will review with staff for alignment before signatures are collected. 4 Community Opportunity Fair The Chairman announced the Community Opportunity Fair will be held Wednesday, May 28, 2026, from 4:00–7:00 PM, themed “Ask What You Can Do for Your Community,” to connect residents with local organizations and volunteer opportunities. TOWN BOARD MEETING MINUTES Official Meeting Minutes | April 17, 2026 | Page 2 4. NEW BUSINESS 1 Alternate Appointment — Northwoods Emergency Medical Service District Board Phil Harris, the town's representative to the Northwoods Emergency Medical Service District Board, requested that an alternate be appointed to serve in his absence. The Chairman identified and recommended Corky Curtis for this role. Supervisor Logan Weber approved: Corky Curtis appointed as alternate representative to the Northwoods Emergency Medical Service District Board. 2 Town Chairman Office Hours Change The Chairman announced open office hours will move to Fridays from 10:00 AM –12:00 PM (Noon); Saturday hours are discontinued. The Chairman remains available by phone or in person, and the updated hours will be posted on the town website and office door. 3 Artificial Intelligence (AI) Policy Supervisor Logan Weber presented a draft AI policy to guide appropriate use of AI tools by town staff and board members. Highlights included: • Purpose/Scope: Protect the town by setting governance for AI use; applies to all town staff and board members. • Transparency: Residents have the right to know when AI is used in decisions that affect them. • Permitted vs. prohibited uses: AI may assist with drafting/summarizing and basic analysis; it may not be used for automated decision-making in policy, policing, code enforcement, benefits, or for facial recognition. • Controls: Data protection, staff training, human review of outputs, and defined consequences for violations. Supervisor Logan Weber noted that Bayfield County has an existing AI policy and requested a copy for reference. It was confirmed that Vilas County does not currently have an equivalent policy. Status: Draft under review. No vote taken. The Board acknowledged this as a proactive step. 4 Economic Development Committee Appointment Chairman Eschenbauch recommended the appointment of Barb Peck to the Economic Development Committee. Supervisor Logan Weber approved: Barb Peck appointed to the Economic Development Committee. 5 Website ADA Compliance (Americans with Disabilities Act) The Town Clerk reviewed upcoming ADA website accessibility requirements. The current website is not compliant, the current WordPress designer cannot complete the needed updates, and the Clerk is reviewing alternative providers. Compliance deadline for the town is April 2027; no action was taken. 5. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS Future agenda items: Snow Bunnies (meeting date TBD), Procedural Audit, and Zoom Policy (Clerk to locate the signed/approved policy and obtain signatures if needed). TOWN BOARD MEETING MINUTES Official Meeting Minutes | April 17, 2026 | Page 3 6. BOARD CORRESPONDENCE 1 Highway G Landfill Update A board member summarized the Highway G Landfill district meeting: the landfill (est. 1988) is facing a funding shortfall; two of 14 towns have withdrawn pending corrective action. R.W. Baird Financial Group was hired to analyze the gap, with a report expected soon. Recycling contamination has resulted in fines (including $1,700 last month), and the town will continue to monitor transfer station practices. 2 County Board Representative Report The county board representative, Richard Logan, offered the following update: • A recent election resulted in a full county board — the first time since the representative joined the board. • The swearing-in ceremony will take place the following week, with committee assignments expected one to two weeks thereafter. The Board congratulated the county representative on their re-election. 7. PUBLIC COMMENT No public comments were received in person or via Zoom. 8. AUTHORIZATION OF VOUCHERS The Clerk presented vouchers for approval: • Voucher numbers: 38,657 through 38,684 • One void: Voucher #38,680 Motion: Approve vouchers #38,657–38,684 (with void of #38,680). Moved by Chariman Eschenbauch, seconded by Supervisor Logan Weber. Result: Approved. 9. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, Chairman Eschenbauch to adjourn the meeting. CERTIFICATION POSTING CERTIFICATION: I certify that this agenda was posted in accordance with Wisconsin Statutes §§ 19.81–19.98. Posted by: Lori Thomas, Town Clerk, Locations Posted: Town Hall, Town Website, Transfer Station, Northwoods Serenity Salon