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Planning Commission June 30,2026 1
CITY OF OCONTO FALLS
PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING
PUBLIC HEARING
Council Chambers – Municipal Building
500 N. Chestnut Avenue
Oconto Falls, WI 54154
WEDNESDAY JUNE 30, 2026 – 5:00 PM
MINUTES
Chairman Coopman called the meeting to order at 5:00 PM.
Roll Call: Present: Marty Coopman-Chair, Brad Rice, Chique Tousey-Tabar, Ashley
Bahrke, Andy Mercier and Judy Kostreva
Also Present: Mayor Clint Braun, City Administrator Peter Wills, Deputy Clerk Jenny
Friedman, Street Superintendent Wally Remic, Michelle Tester, Heather Trempe
3. ******PUBLIC HEARING****
Ordinance 26-003 Detachment of a portion of County I - City boundary south of
South Main Street north to the north side of Columbia Street
*** Public Hearing for the consideration of Detachment Ordinance 26-003 that will
detach a portion of County I from the City of Oconto Falls to the Town of Stiles.
***
A. Open Public Hearing
B. Receive Public Comments/Input
C. Close Public Hearing
An annexation for a portion of County I from the City of Oconto Falls to the Town
of Stiles was completed back in August 2025. Following the annexation however, the
land possession was never transferred over from the Town and County to the City in
2025 by the State of Wisconsin, due to the Wisconsin Department of Transportation, and
Wisconsin Department of Administration found errors in the legal documentation maps
from the 1966 and 1973 annexations of Town of Oconto Falls property to the City that
covers the area of the Oconto Falls High School and Elementary School in 1966 and
Cemetery property in 1973. The City has been working with the City Attorney, and
surveyor to correct the legal descriptions and maps from the 1966 and 1973 Annexations
for a number of months, and the last part of the correction is the amending of the 25-007
ordinance annexing the property. The city has been working to start a detachment process
of this annexation but before that could happen the errors form 1966 and 1973 need to
have an affidavit of Correction filed and amend the Annexation Ordinance per
Department of Administration and Department of Transportation. The Town of Stiles
Chairman, Jason Flynn has been updated as part of the communications with this process.
The City is now to the step to have Planning Commission host the public hearing on the
detachment of a portion of County I, in order to start the detachment process. At 5:00pm
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Chairman Marty Coopman opened the floor for public comments for Public Hearing for
the consideration of Detachment Ordinance 26-003 that will detach a portion of County I
from the City of Oconto Falls to the Town of Stiles. Deputy Clerk Friedman and City
Administrator Wills verified there were no written in or called in concerns prior to the
public hearing. Administrator Wills did state that there has been an open records request
for all communication between the DOA and the City Administrator since September
2024. He is working on this request. First Call at 5:02 pm by Chairman Marty Coopman
for public input. There were no concerns or questions.
Second Call at 5:05pm by Chairman Marty Coopman for public input. There were no
concerns from the public. Third Call at 5:06pm by Chairman Marty Coopman for public
input. There were no concerns from the public. With no concerns from the public
Chairman Marty Coopman closed the public hearing at 5:07pm.
D. Committee discussion on Detachment Ordinance 26-003,
that will detach a
portion of County I from the City of Oconto Falls to the Town of Stiles.
E. Committee recommendation on Detachment Ordinance 26-003 to City
Council.
MOTION: TOUSEY-TABAR/RICE
Motion to recommend the Ordinance 26-003 Detachment of a portion of County I - City
boundary south of South Main Street north to the north side of Columbia Street.
Voice Vote: All present voting aye - MOTION CARRIED
4. ******PUBLIC HEARING****
Zoning Change Senior Center & related parcels 512 Caldwell Ave., Application to
change zoning from (R-2) Multiple-Family Residence District to C-1 General
Commercial District.
*** Public Hearing for the consideration of Zoning Change application for Senior
Center & related parcels 512 Caldwell Ave., Application to change zoning from R-2
Multiple-Family Residence to C-1 General Commercial District. ***
A. Open Public Hearing
B. Receive Public Comments/Input
C. Close Public Hearing
Senior Center & related parcels 512 Caldwell Ave. are currently zoned as R-2
Multiple-Family Residence. The City has submitted an application to change zoning
from R-2 Multiple-Family Residence to C-1 General Commercial District. The Main
Course is operating out of the Senior Center, concerns were brought to the City that
it is zoned for R-2 and should be zoned C-1 for Commercial operations. C-1 zoning
is consistent with the surrounding areas are zoned commercial. The C-1 zoning
change would also better fit the purpose of the Senior Center. Chairman Marty
Coopman opened the floor for public comments for Public Hearing for the
consideration of Zoning Change application for Senior Center & related parcels 512
Caldwell Ave., Application to change zoning from R-2 Multiple-Family Residence
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to C-1 General Commercial District. Deputy Clerk Friedman and City Administrator
Wills verified there were no written in or called in concerns prior to the public
hearing. First Call at 5:10pm by Chairman Marty Coopman for public input. There
were no concerns or questions.
Second Call at 5:14pm by Chairman Marty Coopman for public input. There were no
concerns from the public. Third Call at 5:15pm by Chairman Marty Coopman for public
input. There were no concerns from the public. With no concerns from the public
Chairman Marty Coopman closed the public hearing at 5:15pm.
D. Committee discussion on consideration of Zoning Change application for
Senior Center & related parcels 512 Caldwell Ave., Application to change
zoning from R-2 Multiple Family Residential to C-1 Commercial.
E. Committee recommendation on Zoning Change application for Senior Center
& related parcels 512 Caldwell Ave., Application to change zoning from R-2
Multiple Family Residential to C-1 Commercial to City Council.
MOTION: RICE/BAHRKE
Motion to recommend Zoning Change application for Senior Center & related parcels
512 Caldwell Ave., Application to change zoning from R-2 Multiple Family Residential to
C-1 Commercial to City Council.
Voice Vote: All present voting aye - MOTION CARRIED
DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE RECOMMENDATION/ACTION ON THE
FOLLOWING:
5. Approve Planning Commission Minutes from 06.02.2026
MOTION: RICE/ KOSTREVA
Motion to approve the Planning Commission Minutes from 06.02.2026 with the
amendments.
Voice Vote: All present voting aye - MOTION CARRIED
6. Excavation Permit Violations, Unresolved by Contractors
a. Excavation Permits Violations Unresolved by Contractors, Recommendation
to Council
Deputy Clerk Friedman explained that for companies like WE Energies to receive
an Excavation Permit/ Right of Way Permit they submit an application and maps to
the Deputy Clerk. Deputy Clerk Friedman then gathers all information and gets that
information to the Street Superintendent and Utilities to review the paperwork to
make sure it is ok for the company to come in and do the work at the location. There
have not been any issues in the past but recently there have been a lot of complaints
from the community that the workers have not left the area in good condition. This
has been brought to the attention of the companies but there were still issues after
they had come out and fixed it. The current Excavation/ Right of Way application
terms does not have wording in the application to bill the applicant company and
contractor if the City must do unresolved repair work ourselves or have it hired out.
The proposed amendment to the application would cover the costs the City would
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incur to do the uncompleted repairs.
MOTION: RICE/KOSTREVA
Motion to recommend the excavation application changes with adding ability to
charge contractors to the Common Council.
Voice Vote: All present voting aye - MOTION CARRIED
7. Adjournment
Having no further discussion, Chairman Coopman declared the meeting adjourned
at 5:31 PM.
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City Administrator Peter Wills
A quorum of the Common Council was in attendance of this meeting
Original Project Plan Approved: Monday, September 25, 2023
Project Plan
Territory Amendment No. 1 to Tax Increment
Finance District No. 3
City of Oconto Falls
Oconto Falls, Wisconsin
Amendment Date: Tuesday, August 18, 2026
Approved by:
Plan Commission Tuesday, August 18, 2026
City Council Tuesday, August 18, 2026
Joint Review Board Tuesday, September 8, 2026
Prepared by MSA Professional Services, Inc.
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City of Oconto Falls
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SECTION I TIF Adoption Process and Calendar ...................................................................................... 1
SECTION II Introduction and Purpose ..................................................................................................... 2
A: Summary of Findings ......................................................................................................................... 2
SECTION III District Description and Equalized Value Test .................................................................. 3
A: Boundary Description ........................................................................................................................... 3
B: Tax Parcels ........................................................................................................................................ 3
C: Equalized Value Test ..................................................................................................................... 3
D: Newly Platted Residential Subdivision .......................................................................................... 3
SECTION IV Statement of Kind, Number and Location of Public Works and Other projects ............... 4
A: Public Works Projects .......................................................................................................................... 4
B: Project Cost Summary .......................................................................................................................... 7
C: Ineligible / Estimated Non-Project Costs .............................................................................................. 9
SECTION V Economic Feasibility .............................................................................................................. 9
A: New Development Activities .............................................................................................................. 10
B: Tax Rate .............................................................................................................................................. 10
C: Projected Income ................................................................................................................................ 10
D: Impact on Overlying Taxing Jurisdictions ........................................................................................... 13
SECTION VI Financing ......................................................................................................................... 13
SECTION VII Proposed Zoning Changes ............................................................................................... 15
SECTION VIII Proposed Changes in the Community Development Plan, Map, Building Codes &
Ordinance 15
SECTION IX Relocation ....................................................................................................................... 15
SECTION X Statement Indicating How the TID Promotes Orderly Development of Municipality ........ 15
SECTION XI Legal Opinion .................................................................................................................. 15
SECTION XII Glossary of TIF Related Terms ......................................................................................... 16
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SECTION I TIF Adoption Process and Calendar
State statute prescribes the process for creating and amending Tax Incremental Finance Districts
for the City of Oconto Falls. The laws require public input in the TIF creation and amendment
process, including a public hearing held by the Plan Commission at which TIF information is
discussed and whereby citizens can reasonably voice their opinion on the creation or amendment
of a TIF District. A three -phased approval process is required to create or amend TIF Districts
including approval by the Plan Commission, City Council, and the Joint Review Board.
This Project Plan is for Territory Amendment No. 1 to the City of Oconto Falls TID No. 3 . Tax
Increment Financing District No. 3 was created on September 25, 2023 as a “mixed-use TID. The
amendment involves the adding of six parcels of land which is adjacent to TID No. 3. Changes to
the original Project Plan for TID No. 3 are highlighted in this amended Project Plan.
The following is the formal meeting/action calendar for the City of Oconto Falls Tax Incremental
Finance District No. 3 process:
Table 1: Adoption Calendar
Activity Date
City notifies taxing entities (school district, county, vocational college, and any special taxing
districts) on proposed territory amendment of TID No. 3 and upcoming meetings. By 8/6/2026
Publication of Class I Notice of First Joint Review Board Meeting. 8/7/2026
Publication of Class I Notice of Plan Commission Public Hearing. 8/7/2026
Joint Review Board - Meeting No. 1 to include representatives of taxing jurisdictions.
Chairperson and member-at-large are selected at this meeting and a review of the draft
amended Project Plan and Map occurs.
8/18/2026
Plan Commission holds the Public Hearing for the amended Project Plan and Map. Interested
parties are given a reasonable opportunity to express their views on the proposed boundary
and project plan.
8/18/2026
The Plan Commission action shall occur and a resolution recommending consideration and
approval by the City Council is acted upon. 8/18/2026
City Council takes action on the proposed territory amendment of TID No. 3 boundary and
project plan occurs. Approval by resolution contains findings that detail the TID’s consistency
with state statutes.
8/18/2026
Publication of Class I Notice of second Joint Review Board Meeting. 9/4/2026
(Tentative)
Upon approval of the City Council, the Joint Review Board holds a second meeting to review
the TID and act by resolution on the amendment of TID No. 3. The JRB submits its decision
to the City no more than 7 days after the vote.
9/9/2026
(Tentative)
Department of Revenue is notified of the amendment of TID No. 3 by the City of Oconto Falls
and subsequent approval by the Joint Review Board. 9/10/2026
Submit base packet documentation and amended Project Plan for Wisconsin Department of
Revenue certification.
On or Before
10/31/2026
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SECTION II Introduction and Purpose
The City of Oconto Falls has identified a need to expand its economic base through business
development. In order to promote development, the City is seeking to amend Tax Incremental
Finance District (TID) No. 3 . The amendment of TID No. 3 will allow the City to make certain
public improvements to the designated area so that business growth can occur. Anticipated
growth, combined with the City’s commitment toward development, will ensure sufficient tax
increment to retire all debt issued by the District for improvements. These improvements will
allow the City to attract and retain potential development, and encourage further private
investment in local businesses. The business development that is anticipated to occur will
provide long-term tax benefits to both the City and all other overlying taxing jurisdictions.
A: Summary of Findings
In amending TID No. 3, the City of Oconto Falls has made the following findings, consistent with
Section 66.1105 of Wisconsin Statutes:
• Activities and improvements to the existing and amended TID No. 3 are intended to
encourage and attract business growth in the City.
• The improvement to the existing and amended area is likely to encourage, develop, and
maintain a strong growth pattern in the City, taking advantage of major transportation
routes through the City.
• The improvement to the area is likely to maximize private investment within the existing
and amended TID No. 3 and significantly enhance the value of substantially all other real
estate in the District.
• The improvement to the area is likely to make currently underdeveloped areas of the City
more attractive by providing necessary and desired public improvements, which are
compatible and feasible with existing systems.
• The improvement to the area is likely to encourage and promote conformity with the
City's land use policies and procedures.
• The development in the existing and amended area would not take place in the absence
of the improvements stated in the Project Plan.
• The TID No. 3 is declared to be a “Mixed-use District” and at least 50% of the land in TID
No. 3 has been classified as suitable for mixed -use development, as defined in
s.66.1105(2)(cm).
• The equalized value of the taxable property of the District plus the aggregate value
increment of all existing districts within the City does not exceed 12% of the total value
of equalized taxable property within the City.
• The estimated percentage of the territory within the District that is devoted to retail
business will not exceed 35% at the end of the District’s expenditure period.
• The newly platted residential development within the District is less than 35% of the total
land area.
• Any vacant property within the TID is suitable for mixed-use development.
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SECTION III District Description and Equalized Value Test
Tax Incremental District No. 3 is being amended by the City of Oconto Falls (Amendment #1). The
City of Oconto Falls TID No. 3 was approved as a “Mixed-use District” by the City Council on
September 25, 2023. The City of Oconto Falls finds that at least 50%, by area, of real property
within the District is suitable for mixed-use development.
A: Boundary Description
The boundary for the existing and amended TID No. 3 was established using the following criteria:
1. The equalized value of the taxable property of the District plus the aggregate value
increment of all existing districts within the City did not exceed 12% of the total value of
equalized taxable property within the City at the time of amendment.
2. The District is contiguous and contains only whole parcels.
3. A map identifying the original boundaries and the amended boundaries, through Territory
Amendment #1 for TID No. 3, are provided in Appendix A.
B: Tax Parcels
The following whole tax parcels will be included in the newly designated TID No. 3:
2660303005900T 2660303005975 2660202705305TA
2660303005900T1 2660202705275T 2660202705365T
C: Equalized Value Test
Per Wisconsin State Statute 66.1105(4)(gm)4.c., municipalities are restrained in their use of Tax
Increment Financing such that the equalized value of taxable property of the (new/amended)
district area plus the value increment of all existing districts do es not exceed 12 percent of the
total equalized value of taxable property within the municipality. Table 2 indicates is the
Equalized Value Test for Amendment #1 to TID No. 3:
Table 2: Equalized Value Test
12% Calculation - Maximum Allowable TID Property Value
Equalized Value (as of January 1, 2026) $306,826,300
Maximum Allowable TID Property Value (12%) $36,819,156
12% Test - Compliance
Existing TID #3 Value Increment (as of January 1, 2026) $732,500
Amended TID #3 Equalized Value (Estimated) $5,928,400
Total Equalized Values $6,690,900
Percentage 2.18%
D: Newly Platted Residential Subdivision
None of above parcels have been identified as being suitable for a newly platted residential
subdivision.
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SECTION IV Statement of Kind, Number and Location of Public
Works and Other projects
The City of Oconto Falls intends to implement a number of public works projects that will
positively impact business and community related development in the newly designated TID No.
3 area. These projects will be undertaken within the 15-year expenditure period of the TID's
existence, subject to change based upon the relative needs of the City and the ability of the newly
designated District to recoup expenses through the generation of tax increment. These projects
may be undertaken within TID No. 3 or within ½ mile of the TID No. 3 boundary, per 2007
Wisconsin Act 57 § 2. A brief description of each project is provided below.
A: Public Works Projects
Project No. 1 Property Development
The City may engage in property development in order to retain current businesses and/or
to encourage business expansion/attraction. Eligible costs include building demolition,
earthwork (site preparation/grading/environmental remediation), or property access and
utility improvements.
Project No. 2 Water System Improvements
Development and redevelopment in the project area may require the City to construct, alter,
rebuild, or expand water system infrastructure. In addition, costs associated to installing new
or upgrading existing water supply, storage and distribution system inside the TID are
considered eligible project costs. If costs are i ncurred outside the TID, only the portion
related to the TID will be eligible. Specific projects may include the construction of a new
well and storage tank, improvements to the existin g wells and storage tank, SCADA
improvements, and installation of new distribution mains and laterals.
Project No. 3 Sanitary Sewer System Improvements
Development and redevelopment in the project area may require the City to construct, alter,
rebuild, or expand the sanitary sewer system infrastructure. In addition, costs associated to
upgrading the sanitary sewer system inside the TID are considered eligible project costs. If
costs are incurred outside the TID, only the portion related to the TID will be eligible. Specific
projects may include the installation of sanitary sewer mains and laterals, upgrade of existing
lift stations and construction of a new lift station to serve the TID, upgrades at the
Wastewater Treatme nt Plant and SCADA improvements (including pump/motor
replacements).
Project No. 4 Drainage and Storm Water Management Improvements
The construction of new buildings and other impervious surfaces within the TID will affect
stormwater runoff to the existing detention and infiltration areas. As a result the City may
need to undertake stormwater planning, design, and construction activities. The City may
use TIF funds for public improvements to the City’s storm sewer system that improve the
quality of discharges to surface waters, groundwater infiltration, or for erosion control
stabilization projects. Stormwater planning and design an d constructi on of collection,
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conveyance, treatment, and retention systems are eligible project costs. Specific projects
may include the construction of stormwater management features for the Business Park and
addressing storm drainage issues on local streets.
Project No. 5 Electric, Natural Gas, and Other Utility Improvements
In order to promote redevelopment the City may incur costs to relocate, upgrade, or bury
electrical service lines, upgrade natural gas mains/lines, or telecommunication lines/cables.
Such costs are eligible project costs, including those costs that would be incurred by private
landowners as a result of City decisions to relocate, upgrade, or bury utilities.
Project No. 6 Transportation and Parking Infrastructure Improvements
To encourage development, the City may need to construct or reconstruct streets, access
drives, and/or parking lots to improve or increase parking in the project area. Eligible project
costs include, but are not limited to: excavation, removal or placement of fill, construction of
road base, asphalt or concrete paving or repaving, street resurfacing, parking lot resurfacing,
installation of curb and gutter, installation of sidewalks and bicycle lanes/paths, installation
or repair of culverts and bridges, installation or repair of traffic control signage/signals,
pavement marking, and installation of retaining walls.
Project No. 7 Streetscaping, Landscaping and Park Improvements
In order to attract development and improve the appearance of the TID, the City may install
amenities to enhance development sites, rights -of-way, parks, and other public spaces.
These amenities include, but are not limited to: landscaping, lighting of streets, installation
of planters, benches, clocks, tree rings, trash receptacles , installation of brick or other
decorative walks, terraces and street crossings. In addition, the City may find it necessary to
make certain site improvements to any of the City owned parks for the purposes of improving
park land, enhancing park access and the general aesthetics of the TID. These and any other
similar amenities installed by the City are eligible project costs. Specific projects may include
the installation entrance features, signage and landscape screening.
Project No. 8 Development Incentives
The City may enter into agreements with property owners, lessees, or developers of land
located within the TID for the purpose of sharing costs to encourage the desired type of
improvements and assure tax base is generated sufficient to recoup project costs. Such
improvements could include cash grants or loans. No cash grants will be provided until a
developer agreement is executed. Any payments of cash grants made by the City are eligible
project costs. Establishment of a Revolving Loan Fund (low interest loan or temporary grant)
is considered Development Incentives and these are eligible project costs. Loan and/or
matching grant recipients will be required to sign an agreement specifying the nature of the
property improvements to be made. Eligible im provements will be those that are likely to
improve the value of property, enhance the visual appearance of the property and
surrounding area, correct safety deficiencies, or as otherwise specified by the Main Street
Committee or City Council. Any funds returned to the Main Street Committee or City Council
from the repayment of loans made are not considered revenues to the TID, and will not be
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used to offset TID Project Costs. Instead, these funds will be placed into a revolving loan fund
and will continue to be used for the program purposes stated above.
Project No. 9 Economic Development Planning
To encourage quality development and/or redevelopment within the TID, the City may
engage in planning and economic development projects including land use plans, grant
applications, zoning regulations and design guidelines, economic development plans, impact
fee studies, Business Improvement District (BID) amendment , and business attraction and
retention related costs. GIS mapping and assistance with developer’s agreements are eligible
costs. As provided for in Wisconsin Statutes Section 66.1105(2)(f)(1)(h) and 66.1333(13), the
City may provide funds to its Main Street Committee to be used for administration, planning,
and operations related to the purposes for which it was established in furtherance of any
redevelopment or urban renewal project in the TID. Funds provided to the Main Street
Committee for this purpose are eligible project costs.
Project No. 10 Financing Costs
Interest expense, debt issuance expenses, redemption premiums, and any other fees and
costs incurred in conjunction with obtaining financing for projects undertaken under this
Project Plan are eligible project costs.
Project No. 11 TID Administration
The City will provide TID administration and reporting to the Department of Revenue
including base packet submittal and annual eligibility evaluations. The City may charge to the
TID appropriate allocations of administrative costs, including, but not limited to, employee
salaries and prorated equipment usage. Costs allocated must bear a direct correlation to the
time spent by City employees and/or equipment costs in connection with the implementation
of the Project Plan. In addition, costs related to outside review of TID performance, TID
auditing costs, or legal counsel associated to the TID are eligible costs.
Project No. 12 Township Annexation Fees
The City may use tax increments to help pay the fees that are required for annexation of
territory into the City to become part of the TID.
Project No. 13 Façade Improvement Program
The City may encourage improvement efforts of the central city and downtown area through cash
grants/incentives, in the form of a Facade Improvement Program. No cash grants/incentives will be
provided until an agreement is executed. Any payments of cash gr ants/incentives made by the City
are eligible project costs. Establishment of a Revolving Loan Fund (low interest loan or temporary
grant) for the purpose of Facade Improvement are eligible project costs. Loan and/or matching grant
recipients will be required to sign an agreement specifying the nature of the property improvements
to be made. Eligible improvements will be those that are likely to improve the value of property,
enhance the visual appearance of the property and surrounding area, eliminate slu m and/or blight
conditions, or as otherwise specified by the Main Street Committee or City Council.
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Project No. 14 Industrial Development
Development and redevelopment in the project area may require the City to construct, alter, rebuild,
or expand water system infrastructure, sewer system infrastructure, stormwater management
infrastructure, electrical infrastructure, natural gas infrastruc ture, and telecommunication
infrastructure in order to attract and/or retain industrial development. Costs-related to marketing the
City's Industrial District ("District"), for the purpose of attracting and/or retaining industrial
development, is an eligib le project cost. Specific projects may include the development and
distribution of marketing materials for the District, the development and implementation of a
marketing plan for the District, and other activities related to developer/business recruitment . In
addition, costs associated with industrial development inside the TID are considered eligible project
costs. If costs are incurred outside the TID, only the portion related to the TID will be eligible.
Projects Outside the TID
The City expects that there may be several projects that encompass an area outside of the
boundaries of the TID. Pursuant to Wisconsin Statutes Section 66.1105(2(f)(1)(n), the City
may undertake projects within territory located within one-half (1/2) mile of the boundary of
the TID, and pay for them using tax increment, provided that: 1) the project area is located
within the City’s corporate boundaries and 2) the projects are an eligible TIF expenditure
within this Project Plan as approved by the Joint Review Boar d and 3) the expenditure must
be made within the expenditure period.
Other Projects
Other infrastructure projects unknown at this time, but consistent with the purpose of the
TID may be eligible project costs. Such eligibility will be determined by the City Council at the
time the projects are being considered. The projects listed above will provide necessary
facilities and support to enable and encourage the development of the TID. These projects
may be implemented in varying degrees in response to development needs.
In addition to the above projects, the City of Oconto Falls may request multiple base value
redeterminations during the life of TID No. 3, if necessary and allowed by the WI State Statute.
B: Project Cost Summary
Table 3 lists the estimated total expenditures for each project category. This format follows
Wisconsin Department of Revenue guidance on detailed project costs (pe-209), which states the
project list should include “estimated expenditures expected for each major category of public
improvements.” It is important to note that this Project Plan is not meant to be an appropriation
of funds for specific projects, but a framework with which to manage projects. All costs identified
are preliminary estimates made prior to design considerations, or engineering studies, and are
subject to change after planning is complete. All of the customary expenses are considered in
these estimates, including but not limited to: legal fees, engineering fees, architectural fees,
planning fees, surveying and mapping fees, inspection, construction costs, materials and
apparatus, restoration work, permits, reports, judgments, claims for damages and other
expenses.
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Table 3: TID No. 3 Project Costs
Project
# Project Amount
1 Development Incentives $45,284
2 Property Development $10,000
3 Water System Improvements $25,000
4 Sanitary Sewer Improvements $25,000
5 Drainage and Storm Water Management Improvements $25,000
6 Electric, Natural Gas, and Other Utility Improvements $25,000
7 Transportation and Parking Infrastructure Improvements $25,000
8 Streetscaping, Landscaping and Park Improvements $25,000
9 Economic Development Planning $12,500
10 Financing Costs $51,820
11 TID Administration $105,000
12 Incentives to Promote Development of Multi-Family Housing $166,570
13 Facade Improvement Program $25,000
14 Industrial Development $64,486
TOTAL PROJECT COSTS $630,660
All costs are stated in 2023 prices and are preliminary estimates. The City reserves the right to
increase the costs to reflect inflationary increases and other unforeseen or uncontrollable
circumstances between 2023 and the time of construction/implementation, such as higher than
anticipated financing costs. The City reserves the right to increase and decrease particular
project costs within the Total TID Expenditure budget estimate without amending this Project
Plan. For example, reallocating funds from one project category to another.
Wisconsin Statutes do not obligate the City to complete all of the proposed projects listed in the
Project Plan; however, the expenditure period for TID No. 3 is limited to September 21, 2023
through September 21, 2043. The City retains the right to change the scope and/or timing of
projects implemented as they are individually authorized by the City Council, without further
amending this Project Plan. Public debt and expenditures should be made at the pace private
development occurs to assure increment is sufficient to cover expenses. The needs of the City
and the performance of the TID will be reviewed annually to determine if change is required to
any of the proposed activities. Should the needs of the City change, projects may have to be
slightly or substantially altered or even eliminated. This allocation of increments is preliminary
and is subject to adjustment based upon the implementation of the Plan.
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C: Ineligible / Estimated Non-Project Costs
The following bullets identify public works projects that are not eligible to be paid with tax
increments under Wis. Stat. 66.1105(2)(f).2.
• The cost of constructing or expanding administrative buildings, police and fire buildings,
libraries, community and government al buildings and school buildings, unless the
administrative buildings, police and fire buildings, libraries and community and
governmental buildings were damaged or destroyed before January 1, 1997, by a natural
disaster.
• The cost of constructing or expanding any facility, except a parking structure, if the City
generally finances similar facilities only with utility user fees.
• General government operating expenses, unrelated to the planning or development of a
TID.
• Cash grants made by the City to owners, lessees, or developers of land that is located
within the TID unless the grant recipient has signed a development agreement with the
City, a copy of which shall be retained by the City in the official records for that TID.
Non-project costs are public works projects that only partly benefit the TID or are not eligible to
be paid with tax increments. Examples of non- project costs include projects undertaken within
the TID as part of the implementation of this Project Plan, t he costs of which are paid fully or in
part by impact fees, grants, or special assessments. Other examples include public works projects
that only partly benefit the TID, such as a new water tower which serves properties both inside
and outside of the TID, and its ½ - mile boundary. That portion of the total project costs allocable
to properties outside of the TID, and its ½ - mile boundary, would be a non-project cost.
No ineligible project costs were identified at the time this Project Plan was considered for
adoption.
SECTION V Economic Feasibility
The economic feasibility of TID No. 3 depends on the tax incremental revenue generated from
within the TID. There are three critical components in determining the economic feasibility of a
TID: New development increases in property value, inflation driven increases in property value,
and the change in the full value tax rate. In projecting the future increment and income generated
by TID No. 3, assumptions were made for each of the above-mentioned critical components.
Based on the projected values in Table 5 and projected costs in Table 6, the TID is feasible.
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A: New Development Activities
Since the creation of TID #3 in 2023, the District’s value equalized value increment over the last
three years has grown to $732,500. The TID is projected to realize $72,582,500 in new value over
its anticipated 20-year life.
Table 4: Anticipated New Development Activities
YEAR TYPE OF DEVELOPMENT PROJECTED
VALUE
2029 Multi- & Single-Family Homes $2,700,000
2030 Multi- & Single-Family Homes $4,700,000
2031 Multi- & Single-Family Homes $3,400,000
2032 Single-Family Homes $1,400,000
2033 Single-Family Homes $4,000,000
2034 Single-Family Homes $4,000,000
2035 Single-Family Homes $4,000,000
2036 Multi- & Single-Family Homes $7,000,000
2037 Multi- & Single-Family Homes $7,000,000
2038 Industrial Development $10,000,000
2039 Industrial/Commercial, & Residential Development $5,000,000
2040 Single-Family Homes $3,000,000
2041 Commercial/Indistrial Expansion $1,750,000
2042 Revaluation Increase $12,700,000
2043 Commercial/Indistrial Expansion $1,200,000
TOTAL $71,850,000
B: Tax Rate
The full value tax rate is assumed to be $16.78 per $1,000 of assessed value and remain constant
through 2043.
C: Projected Income
Assuming that the new development activities occur as planned the TID is expected to generate
$9,065,145 of tax increment through 2043. Table 5 presents the projected income for TID No. 3
commencing in 2023 and running over the life of the District to the year 2043.Table 6 presents
the projected annual performance of the TID’s income and the proposed project costs.
Based on the projected values in Table 5 and projected costs in Table 6, the TID is feasible.
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Table 5: TID No. 3 Projected Income
A B C D E F G H
TOTAL ANNUAL TAX
DISTRICT DEVELOPMENT VALUE TAX INCREMENTS OTHER TOTAL
YEAR VALUE CONSTRUCTION INCREMENT RATE (INCOME) INCOME INCOME
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2022 $0 $0 $0 0.00 $0 $0 $0
2023 $26,472,800 $305,500 $0 0.00 $0 $0 $0
2024 $26,778,300 $5,260,300 $305,500 0.00 $0 $0 $0
2025 $32,038,600 ($4,833,300) $5,565,800 16.71 $5,105 $0 $5,105
2026 $27,205,300 $0 $732,500 16.78 $93,899 $0 $93,899
2027 $27,205,300 $0 $732,500 16.78 $12,291 $0 $12,291
2028 $27,205,300 $2,700,000 $732,500 16.78 $12,291 $0 $12,291
2029 $29,905,300 $4,700,000 $3,432,500 16.78 $12,291 $0 $12,291
2030 $34,605,300 $3,400,000 $8,132,500 16.78 $57,597 $0 $57,597
2031 $38,005,300 $1,400,000 $11,532,500 16.78 $136,463 $0 $136,463
2032 $39,405,300 $4,000,000 $12,932,500 16.78 $193,515 $0 $193,515
2033 $43,405,300 $4,000,000 $16,932,500 16.78 $217,007 $0 $217,007
2034 $47,405,300 $4,000,000 $20,932,500 16.78 $284,127 $0 $284,127
2035 $51,405,300 $7,000,000 $24,932,500 16.78 $351,247 $0 $351,247
2036 $58,405,300 $7,000,000 $31,932,500 16.78 $418,367 $0 $418,367
2037 $65,405,300 $10,000,000 $38,932,500 16.78 $535,827 $0 $535,827
2038 $75,405,300 $5,000,000 $48,932,500 16.78 $653,287 $0 $653,287
2039 $80,405,300 $3,000,000 $53,932,500 16.78 $821,087 $0 $821,087
2040 $83,405,300 $1,750,000 $56,932,500 16.78 $904,987 $0 $904,987
2041 $85,155,300 $12,700,000 $58,682,500 16.78 $955,327 $0 $955,327
2042 $97,855,300 $1,200,000 $71,382,500 16.78 $984,692 $0 $984,692
2043 $99,055,300 $0 $72,582,500 16.78 $1,197,798 $0 $1,197,798
2044 $99,055,300 $0 $72,582,500 16.78 $1,217,934 $0 $1,217,934
TOTAL $72,582,500 $9,065,145
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Table 6: TID No. 3 Projected Annual Performance
I J K L M N
DEVELOPMENT ANNUAL OTHER TOTAL ANNUAL DEC. 31ST
YEAR INCENTIVE
DEBT
SERVICE EXPENSES EXPENSES CASH FLOW
ACCT.
BALANCE
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2022 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
2023 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
2024 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 ($23,912)
2025 $0 $0 $14,813 $14,813 ($9,708) ($33,620)
2026 $0 $0 $60,000 $60,000 $33,899 $279
2027 $20,000.00 $0 $70,000 $90,000 ($77,709) ($77,430)
2028 $20,000.00 $0 $80,000 $100,000 ($87,709) ($165,138)
2029 $70,000.00 $0 $80,000 $150,000 ($137,709) ($302,847)
2030 $130,000.00 $55,000 $100,000 $285,000 ($227,403) ($530,250)
2031 $220,000.00 $55,000 $125,000 $400,000 ($263,537) ($793,786)
2032 $250,000.00 $55,000 $150,000 $455,000 ($261,485) ($1,055,271)
2033 $250,000.00 $55,000 $175,000 $480,000 ($262,993) ($1,318,264)
2034 $250,000.00 $55,000 $180,000 $485,000 ($200,873) ($1,519,136)
2035 $250,000.00 $55,000 $190,000 $495,000 ($143,753) ($1,662,889)
2036 $270,000.00 $55,000 $200,000 $525,000 ($106,633) ($1,769,522)
2037 $290,000.00 $120,000 $300,000 $710,000 ($174,173) ($1,943,694)
2038 $290,000.00 $120,000 $250,000 $660,000 ($6,713) ($1,950,407)
2039 $350,000.00 $120,000 $255,000 $725,000 $96,087 ($1,854,319)
2040 $350,000.00 $120,000 $260,000 $730,000 $174,987 ($1,679,332)
2041 $350,000.00 $120,000 $260,000 $730,000 $225,327 ($1,454,005)
2042 $350,000.00 $120,000 $260,000 $730,000 $254,692 ($1,199,312)
2043 $350,000.00 $120,000 $0 $470,000 $727,798 ($471,514)
2044 $0 $0 $0 $0 $1,217,934 $746,420
TOTAL $4,060,000 $1,225,000 $3,009,813 $8,294,813
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D: Impact on Overlying Taxing Jurisdictions
The estimated share of the projected tax increments to be paid by the owners of taxable property
in each of the taxing jurisdictions overlying TID No. 3 is presented in Table 7.
Table 7: Analysis of Impact on Overlying Tax Jurisdictions
Jurisdiction % Share of Taxes
(2025)
Share of Projected
Increment
School District of Oconto Falls 44.4% $4,024,927
Northeast Wisconsin Technical College 3.1% $281,020
Oconto County 17.0% $1,541,075
City of Oconto Falls 35.5% $3,218,128
100% $9,065,150
Source: Wisconsin Department of Revenue “Town, City and City Taxes Levied 2025 - Collected 2026”
SECTION VI Financing
Under Wisconsin law there are several methods of borrowing, some of which apply against a
municipality’s debt limit, and others that do not apply against the limit. The state sets this limit
at five percent (5%) of the municipality’s total equalized prope rty valuation. The feasibility of
financing specific projects at any given time using a particular method can be determined based
on the municipality’s current fiscal situation, anticipated non- TID related capital needs, the
amount of money to be borrowed, interest rates, and lending terms.
Possible funding sources include:
General Obligation Borrowing
General Obligation Borrowing includes all types of municipal borrowing from banks, the State
Trust Fund, or other lending institutions. This method of borrowing requires little effort or legal
expenditures and works particularly well for smaller projects.
General Obligation Bonding
General Obligation Bonds are a debt instrument backed by the full faith and credit of the
municipality and its ability to raise revenue through taxation. In the case of default, the
municipality is liable for repayment of the debt. As a result, this type of debt can often result in
lower interest rates than regular General Obligation Borrowing. The high fees associated with
the issuance of the bonds makes them more attractive for larger projects.
Mortgage Revenue Bonds
Revenue Bonds are a debt instrument backed by revenue generated from the project. These
types of bonds are also mainly used for larger debt issuances due to their relatively high
associated fees. They are typically issued by municipal bodies that raise revenues on a fee for
service type basis, such as the Water & Sewer Utility. These types of bonds generally do not
count against a municipality’s five percent debt limit.
Special Assessment “B” Bonds
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Special Assessment “B” Bonds are a debt instrument backed by the municipality’s ability to raise
revenue from special assessments charged to persons, organizations, or businesses receiving
benefits from the project. These bonds also do not normally count against a municipality’s debt
limit.
Federal/State Loan and Grant Programs
The State and Federal Government often sponsor grant and loan programs that municipalities
may potentially use to supplement TID expenditures or provide financing for capital costs which
positively impact the District. These programs include Wisconsin Community Development Block
Grants, Rural Development Administration Community Facility Loan/Grants, Transportation
Economic Assistance Grants, and Economic Development Administration Grants. These
programs require local match funding to insure State and Federal participation in the project.
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SECTION VII Proposed Zoning Changes
The City of Oconto Falls is zoned in accordance with an ordinance formally adopted by the City
Council. Based on the current zoning classifications within TID No. 3 , no zoning changes are
necessary as a result of amending TID No. 3.
SECTION VIII Proposed Changes in the Community Development Plan,
Map, Building Codes & Ordinance
The amendment of TID No. 3 will not require any changes to the existing community
development plans or the City’s municipal codes or ordinances. The projects proposed in the
Project Plan are consistent with the development policies of the municipality, as well as existing
building codes, maps, and ordinances.
SECTION IX Relocation
No persons are expected to be displaced or relocated as a result of proposed projects in the TID;
however, if relocation were to become necessary in the future, the following is the method
proposed by the City or Community Development Authority for displacement or relocation.
Before negotiations begin for the acquisition of property or easements, all property owners will
be contacted to determine if there will be displaced persons as defined by Wisconsin Statues and
Administrative Rules. If it appears there will be displaced persons, all property owners and
prospective displaced persons will be provided an informational pamphlet prepared by the
Wisconsin Department of Administration (DOA). The City will file a relocation plan with the DOA
and shall keep records as required in Wisconsin Statutes 32.27. The City will provide each owner
a full narrative appraisal, a map showing the owners of all property affected by the proposed
project and a list of neighboring landowners to whom offers are being made as required by law.
SECTION X Statement Indicating How the TID Promotes Orderly
Development of Municipality
TID No. 3 will promote orderly development in the City of Oconto Falls by marketing and
attracting economic activity to a specified area. This allows the City greater control over
economic activity in order to ensure that development and/or growth is orderly, harmonious
with adjoining land uses, and enhances the health and welfare of the community.
SECTION XI Legal Opinion
An opinion from the City legal counsel regarding the Project Plan for TID No. 3 and its compliance
with s. 66.1105 of Wisconsin Statutes is provided in Appendix G.
To Be Provided Upon Review of All Documents.
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SECTION XII Glossary of TIF Related Terms
Base Value
The aggregate value, as equalized by DOR, of the real, personal, and non -exempt municipal-
owned property located within the TID as of the valuation date.
Equalized Value
The estimate of the State of Wisconsin Department of Revenue of the full market value of
property; used to apportion property tax levies of counties, school districts and municipalities
among tax districts.
Expenditure Period
The time during which expenses may be incurred for the implementation of the approved project
plan and the completion of the projects outlined therein. The current maximum expenditure
period for all districts ends five years before the un-extended maximum life of the TID.
Non-Project Costs
As part of the project plan, there may be investments that are not eligible for TIF, or that are paid
for with revenue other than tax increment revenue – such as a grant.
Project Plan
The plan, properly submitted and approved by the Wisconsin Department of Revenue, for the
financial development or redevelopment of a TID, including all properly approved amendments.
Tax Incremental District (TID)
The contiguous geographical area within a municipality consisting solely of whole units of
property as are assessed for general property tax purposed not including railroad rights of way,
rivers or highways, or wetlands as defined in Wisconsin Statutes 23.32.
Tax Incremental Financing (TIF)
A mechanism for financing development and redevelopment projects whereby property tax
revenue from increased property values in a defined geographic district is used to pay for public
improvements, such as roads, sewer and water lines. Once the improvemen ts are paid for, the
property taxes go to the municipality, county and school districts.
Tax Increment
The taxes levied by all overlying taxing jurisdictions on the difference between the base value
and the current value of the TID, also known as the value increment. These taxes are sent to the
municipality who operates the TID, and used to pay for the approved project costs laid out in the
project plan.
Tax Rate
The rate, usually expressed in terms of dollars per one thousand dollars of assessed valuation, at
which taxes are levied against the total assessed valuation of the municipality. Due to changes
in the total assessed valuation of the municipality from year to year, the tax levy change and the
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tax rate change will not be the same. The tax rate change reflects what impact the property
owner will see in their total taxes.
Value Increment
The difference in value between the base value and the current value. This is the amount of
property value that can be attributed to the TIF investment, and as such is the portion of the tax
base that is used to generate the tax increment that pays for the investment.
NOTICE OF JOINT REVIEW BOARD MEETING AND PLAN COMMISSION
PUBLIC HEARING REGARDING THE PROPOSED TERRITORY AMENDMENT AND
PROJECT PLAN FOR TAX INCREMENTAL DISTRICT (TID) NO. 3
IN THE CITY OF OCONTO FALLS, WISCONSIN
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that the City of Oconto Falls will hold an organizational Joint
Review Board (JRB) meeting on August 18, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. in the City Hall, located at 500 N.
Chestnut Avenue, Oconto Falls, WI. The purpose of this meeting is to organize a JRB to
consider the proposed amended Project Plan and boundary for TID No. 3. The meeting is open
to the public.
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that the Plan Commission of the City of Oconto Falls will hold a
public hearing on August 18, 2026 at 5:30 p.m. in the City Hall, located at 500 N. Chestnut
Avenue, Oconto Falls, WI regarding the proposed amended Project Plan and boundary for TID
No. 3. The meeting is open to the public. Through this amendment, the City will be adding the
following tax parcels to TID #3:
2660303005900T 2660303005975 2660202705305TA
2660303005900T1 2660202705275T 2660202705365T
As part of the amendment of the TID No. 3 Project Plan, cash grants may be made by the City
of Oconto Falls to owners, lessees, or developers of property within TID No. 3. The estimated
cost of the proposed amendment is $1.0 million.
At the public hearing, all persons will be afforded an opportunity to be heard concerning the
proposed amended TID No. 3 Project Plan and amended boundaries. A copy of the proposed
amended TID No. 3 Project Plan and boundaries are available for inspection and will be
provided upon request. Arrangements for either inspection or receipt of a copy of the amended
TID No. 3 Project Plan and boundaries may be made by contacting the City Clerk at 920-846-
4505.
Dated this 28th day of July, 2026
Peter Wills
City Administrator
Publication Dates: August 7, 2026.
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CITY OF OCONTO FALLS
AMENDMENT #1 TO TID #3
PROPOSED TIMETABLE
Date Meeting/Action
July 31, 2026 (Monday)
Plan Commission Public Hearing and Joint Review Board Organization
meeting notices sent to the newspaper. MSA prepares notices.
August 6, 2026 (Thursday)
City notifies taxing entities (school district, county, vocational college,
and any special taxing districts) on the proposed amendment of No. 3
and upcoming meetings. As of 1/1/25, notification can be via email.
August 7, 2026 (Friday)
Notice of Plan Commission Public Hearing is published in the local
newspaper (Class I). Joint Review Board public meeting is published.
MSA prepares the Notice of Public Hearing and meetings.
August 18, 2026 (Tuesday)
Joint Review Board meets to choose chairperson and citizen member.
A review of the draft of amended Project Plan and boundaries for TID
No. 3 occurs.
August 18, 2026((Tuesday)
Plan Commission holds the Public Hearing on the amended Project Plan
and boundaries of TIF No. 3. Following the Public Hearing, the Plan
Commission shall meet and act on a resolution recommending approval
of the amendment of TID #8 to the City Council. MSA attends the Public
Hearing and the Plan Commission meeting.
August 18, 2026 (Tuesday)
City Council action on the amendment of TID No. 3. Approval by
resolution contains findings that detail the TID’s consistency with state
statutes. MSA attends this meeting.
August 21, 2026 (Friday) Second Joint Review Board meeting notice sent to the newspaper.
August 28, 2026 (Friday)
Joint Review Board public meeting notice is published. MSA prepares
public meeting notice.
September 9, 2026
(Tentative - Tuesday)
Upon approval of the City Council, the Joint Review Board holds a
second meeting to review and act, by resolution, on the amendment of
TID No. 3. The JRB submits its decision to the City no more than 7 days
after the vote. MSA attends this meeting.
September 17, 2026
(Thursday)
Department of Revenue is notified of the amendment of TID No. 3 by
the City of Oconto Falls and subsequent approval by the Joint Review
Board.
On or Before
October 31, 2026
Submit base packet documentation and Project Plan for Wisconsin
Department of Revenue certification.
RESOLUTION NO. 26-007
CITY OF OCONTO FALLS PLANNING COMMISSION
TERRITORY AMENDMENT NO. 1 OF
TAX INCREMENTAL FINANCE (TIF) DISTRICT NO. 3
CITY OF OCONTO FALLS, WISCONSIN
WHEREAS, the City of Oconto Falls created Tax Increment Financing (TIF) District No. 3 on May 23, 2023 as
a mixed use District; and
WHEREAS, the City desires to amend the boundaries of TIF District No. 3 by adding parcels that are
contiguous to TIF District No. 3; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to sec. 66.145, Wisconsin Statutes, the Planning Commission for the City of Oconto
Falls, Wisconsin has held a public hearing on the proposed Territory Amendment No. 1 Project Plan and
boundaries of Tax Incremental Finance District No. 3 (herein "Project Plan" and “District”) on August 18, 2026 at
which time interested parties were afforded a reasonable opportunity to express their views on the proposed
Project Plan and District; and
WHEREAS, prior to publication of notice of said hearing, a copy of the notice was sent to the chief
executive officer or administrator of all local governmental entities having the power to levy taxes on property
within the District including the Oconto Falls School District, Northeast Wisconsin Tech College, and Oconto
County; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission makes the following findings:
1. The name of the District shall be “Territory Amendment No. 1 to Tax Increment Finance District No. 3 , City of
Oconto Falls”, a mixed-use District and
2. The boundaries of the amended District are described in the attached Project Plan that is incorporated by
reference, and such boundaries are contiguous and of sufficient definiteness to identify with ordinary and
reasonable certainty the territory included therein. Amended boundaries include only those whole units of
property that are assessed for general tax purposes.
3. The boundaries of the District do not include any parcels that were not within the boundaries of the City
within the last three years; and
4. As amended, not less than 50% of the real property in the District is suitable for mixed-use development as
described in State Statute §66.145(2)(cm); and
5. The estimated percentage of territory within the District that will be devoted to retail business at the end of the
maximum expenditure period is not anticipated to exceed 35 percent of the area of the District; and
6. No more than 35% of the land area within the amended District will be used for newly platted residential
development and that any newly platted residential development residential development will have meet one
of the following criteria:
a. Density of the residential housing is at least three (3) units per acre, or
b. Residential housing is located in a conservation subdivision, as defined in sec. 66.1027(1)(a), Wis.
Stats., or
c. Residential housing is located in a traditional neighborhood development, as defined in sec.
66.1027(1)(c), Wis. Stats.
7. The improvement of such area is likely to enhance significantly the value of substantially all other real property
in the District; and
8. The project costs directly serve to promote orderly development consistent with the purposes for which the
District is created; and
9. The equalized value of the taxable property of the amended District plus the aggregate value increment of all
existing districts within the City does not exceed 12% of the total value of equalized taxable property within the
City; and
10. The Project Plan for the District is feasible and in conformity with the City’s master plan; and
11. Improvements to the District are likely to encourage and promote conformity with the City ’s planning policies
and procedures; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Planning Commission of the City of Oconto Falls, Wisconsin
hereby approves and adopts the Project Plan for Territory Amendment No. 1 to Tax Incremental Finance District
No. 3, said Project Plan being attached and incorporated by reference.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Planning Commission does recommend the Project Plan for Territory
Amendment No. 1 to Tax Incremental Finance District No. 3, for adoption by the City Council for the City of Oconto
Falls, Oconto Falls County, Wisconsin.
Dated this 18
th day of August 2026.
OFFERED BY: APPROVED BY:
Commission Member Marty Coopman, Planning Commission Chair
SECONDED BY: ATTESTED:
Commission Member Peter Wills, City
Clerk
Voted Yes: Voted No:
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Report Created At
School District: Other Districts:
8/5/2026 10:19 AM
2660607013841TParcel ID: Supervisory District: SuperDist
OCONTO FALLS CITY OF O. FALLS TID #3
Improvement Value: $0
Land Value: $116,100Assessed Acreage:
Address:
OCONTO FALLS, WI 54154-0121
MARY J MCDERMID
7.250
PO BOX 121
Physical Address:
Primary Owner(s):
Section: SEC26-T28N-R19E
Document Number: 639279
Volume/Page: 1508-949
Legal Description: ASSESSORS PL T S26-28-19 203/209 O L 13 2660626036154 1508-949 TRUST 639279
Countryside
Lane
143.00' 143.00'
143.00' 143.00'
143.00'143.00'
144.57'142.02'
S00°59'54"W 549.11'
S00°59'54"W 549.14'
S00°59'54"W 549.17'
N87°14'51"W 571.02' S87°15'35"E 573.57'
N00°59'54"E 549.08'
S01°15'53"W 549.13'
King Street
Lot 4
78,662 Sq Ft
1.8058 Acres
Lot 3
78,493 Sq Ft
1.8020 Acres
Lot 2
78,489 Sq Ft
1.8019 Acres
Lot 1
78,484 Sq Ft
1.8018 Acres
3/4" Iron Pipe FoundN54°39'15"E, 2.19 Feetfrom lot corner
(586')
(550.25')
(552')
(585' Approx.)
LEGEND
1" Iron Pipe Found
Section Corner As Noted
2" Iron Pipe Found
4" Iron Pipe Found
Recorded As( )
Bearings referenced West line of the
Northeast 1/4 Section 26 T28N, R19E,
published to bear S00°59'53"W
Based on the Oconto County
Coordinate System
Sheet 1 of 3
CERTIFIED SURVEY MAP
All of Outlot 13, The Assessor's Plat of Southwest 1/4 of the Northeast 1/4 Section 26,
Town 28 North, Range 19 East, recorded as Document No. 154229M, being part of the
Southwest 1/4 of the Northeast 1/4, Section 26, Town 28 North, Range 19 East,
City of Oconto Falls, Oconto County, Wisconsin.
Survey for:
Birr Investments LLC
W5896 Autumn Hills Parkway
Appleton WI 54913
Scale: 1"=150'
Job #
SURVEYORS Inc.
2165 S. Broadway
Green Bay, WI 54304
(920)406-1477Professional Land
TNT
0426-113
____________________________________________
James R. Sehloff, S-2692-008 Date
JAMES R
SEHLOFF
S-2692
GREENLEAF,
WISCONSIN
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Sheet 2 of 3
CERTIFIED SURVEY MAP
SURVEYOR'S CERTIFICATE:I, James R Sehloff, Professional Land Surveyor S-2692, do hereby certify: that in full compliance with the provisions ofChapter 236.34 of Wisconsin Statutes, subdivision regulations of the City of Oconto Falls; under the direction of BirrInvestments, LLC, the property owner of subject parcel, I have surveyed, divided and mapped this Certified SurveyMap; that such map correctly represents all exterior boundaries and the subdivision of the lands surveyed; and thatthis land is all All of Outlot 13, The Assessor's Plat of Southwest 1/4 of the Northeast 1/4 Section 26, Town 28 North,Range 19 East, recorded as Document No. 154229M, being part of the Southwest 1/4 of the Northeast 1/4, Section26, Town 28 North, Range 19 East, City of Oconto Falls, Oconto County, Wisconsin, containing 314,128 Square Feet(7.2114 Acres). Subject to all easements and restrictions of record.Dated this________day of ______________, 2026
_____________________________________________James R. Sehloff, S-2692-008OWNER'S CERTIFICATE:Birr Investments, LLC, a Limited Liability Company,duly organized and existing under and by virtue of the Laws of theState of Wisconsin, as the property owner, does hereby certify that I caused the land described on this map to besurveyed, mapped, and divided as represented on this Certified Survey Map.I also certify that this plat is required by s.236.10 or s.236.12 to be submitted to the following for approval or objection:City of Oconto Falls_____________________________________________Kevin Birr, Birr Investments, LLCManaging Member STATE OF WISCONSIN) COUNTY OF ____________) ssPersonally came before me this_____day of ___________20____, the above named owners to me known to be thepersons who executed the foregoing instrument and acknowledged the same.___________________________________________________Notary PublicMy Commission Expires__________________Job #0426-113
All of Outlot 13, The Assessor's Plat of Southwest 1/4 of the Northeast 1/4 Section 26,Town 28 North, Range 19 East, recorded as Document No. 154229M, being part of theSouthwest 1/4 of the Northeast 1/4, Section 26, Town 28 North, Range 19 East,City of Oconto Falls, Oconto County, Wisconsin.
JAMES RSEHLOFF S-2692GREENLEAF,WISCONSINWISCONSINROYEVRUS DNAL
Sheet 3 of 3
CERTIFIED SURVEY MAP
City of Oconto Falls Approval:Approved by the City of Oconto Falls on this__________day of _________________, 20____.__________________________________________________Jenny Friedman, Deputy ClerkOconto County Treasurer:As duly elected Oconto County Treasurer, I hereby certify that the records in our office show no unredeemed taxesand no unpaid or special assessments affecting any of the lands included in this Certified Survey Map as of the datelisted below._____________________________________________________ ______________Nikki Tolzman, Oconto County TreasurerDateOconto Falls Treasurer:As duly elected Oconto Falls Treasurer, I hereby certify that the records in our office show no unredeemed taxes andno unpaid or special assessments affecting any of the lands included in this Certified Survey Map as of the date listedbelow._____________________________________________________ ______________Scott Schoen, Deputy TreasurerDateThis Certified Survey Map is contained wholly within the property described in the following recorded instruments:Property Owner of RecordRecording Information Parcel Number(s)Birr Investments, LLCDoc 7849752660607013841T
Job #0426-113
____________________________________________James R. Sehloff, S-2692-008 DateJAMES RSEHLOFF S-2692GREENLEAF,WISCONSINWISCONSINROYEVRUS DNAL
All of Outlot 13, The Assessor's Plat of Southwest 1/4 of the Northeast 1/4 Section 26,Town 28 North, Range 19 East, recorded as Document No. 154229M, being part of theSouthwest 1/4 of the Northeast 1/4, Section 26, Town 28 North, Range 19 East,City of Oconto Falls, Oconto County, Wisconsin.
Birr – King St, Oconto Falls
Oconto County, WI
Parcel ID: 266-0607013841T
May 12th, 2026
A REPORT FOR WETLAND
DELINEATION SERVICES
Birr – King St, Oconto Falls
City of Oconto Falls, Oconto County, WI
Prepared For:
Kevin Birr
W5896 Autumn Hills Parkway
Appleton, WI 54913
Birrk70@hotmail.com
Prepared By:
Candra Carter
Branch River Testing Services, LLC
693 Lamers Clancy Rd
Greenleaf, WI 54126
C: (920) 309-7479
branchrivercandra@yahoo.com
Wetland Determination Report
Table of Contents
1.0 Introduction
1.1 Project and Site Description
1.2 Investigator Qualifications
2.0 Methodology
2.1 Offsite Review
3.0 Results and Discussion
3.1 Offsite Review
3.1.1 Existing Wetland Mapping
3.1.2 Historical Aerial Imagery
3.2 Field Investigation
3.2.1 Site Conditions & Hydrology
3.2.2 Vegetation
3.2.3 Soils
4.0 Conclusion
5.0 Literature Cited
Appendices
Appendix A – Site Mapping
Appendix B – Wetland Determination Data Forms
Appendix C – Site Photos
Appendix D – NRCS USDA Soil Survey and Hydric Rating
Appendix E – USACE Antecedent Precipitation vs Normal Range Tool
Attached: WDNR Assured Wetland Delineator Confirmation Letter
1.0 Introduction
1.1 Project and Site Description
Branch River Testing Services, LLC performed a wetland determination for
Oconto County Parcel 266-0607013841T. The area of interest (AOI) covers
the entire existing 7.25-acre parcel – to be split although development
activities will likely remain towards the south end of the AOI.
Field work on this site took place 5/10/26 just at the start of the growing
season and 3 sample points were done in areas most likely to meet
wetland parameters based on the site review. Data collected within these
points including soils, vegetation, and hydrologic indicators were used to
determine if wetlands exist within the AOI in accordance with standard
delineation procedures.
1.2 Investigator Qualifications
This report describes the methodology and results of the wetland
delineation conducted by Candra Carter, a consultant for Branch River
Testing Services, LLC. Branch River Testing Services provides an array of
environmental and land evaluation services, with a primary focus on soil
and site evaluations for Private Onsite Wastewater Treatment Systems
(POWTS). Candra holds a Certified Soil Tester License and has been soil
testing for 7 years. Candra has a B.S in Soil Science and Land Management
from the University of Wisconsin – Stevens Point with a Wetland Science
Certificate. She has also completed the Critical Insights for Wetland &
Waterway Professionals administered by the University of Wisconsin –
Lacrosse in 2025 & 2026. Candra is recognized as an assured wetland
delineator by the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (WDNR).
2.0 Methodology
The wetland investigation followed the protocols and guidance outlined in
the United States Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) 1987 Wetland
Delineation Manual, the Regional Supplement to the Corps of Engineers
Wetland Delineation Manual: Northcentral and Northeast Region (Version
2.0, 2012), and Guidance for Submittal of Delineation Reports to the St.
Paul District Army Corps of Engineers and the Wisconsin Department of
Natural Resources (2015).
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the U.S Amry Corps of
Engineers (USACE) jointly define wetlands as: “Those areas that are
inundated or saturated by surface or ground water at a frequency and
duration sufficient to support, and that under normal circumstances do
support, a prevalence of vegetation typically adapted for life in saturated
soil conditions. ”
According to the procedures indicated in the USACE 1987 Manual and the
Northcentral and Northeast Regional Supplement under normal
circumstances, one positive indicator is required from each of the three
wetland parameters: hydrology, vegetation, and soils for an area to be
classified as wetland.
2.1 Offsite Review
Prior to completing the field investigation, a review of the available public
mapping resources was done. This review helps to identify specific areas in
the project area that have wetland potential so they can be investigated in
greater detail in the field. The mapping and other resources reviewed
include:
• 2’ Contours from Statewide Mapping (Figure 2)
• Wisconsin DEM and Hillshade from LiDAR (Figure 3)
• WDNR Wisconsin Wetland Inventory (WWI) Map (Figure 4)
• U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service National Wetland Inventory
Map
• Historical Aerial Review from Wisconsin Aerial Imagery
Finder
• Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) Web Soil
Survey (WSS) Soil (Appendix D)
3.0 Results and Discussion
3.1 Off-Site Review
3.1.1 Existing Wetland Mapping
The offsite review indicates a fringe of forested, broad-leaf deciduous
type wetlands mapped in the northwest portion of the AOI by the
Wisconsin Wetland Inventory.
3.1.2 Historical Aerial Imagery
A review of the available historical aerial imagery from the Wisconsin Historic
Aerial Imagery Finder was used and no areas with evidence of inundation
were evident.
3.2 Field Investigation
3.2.1 Site Conditions & Hydrology
Formal wetland delineations must be performed during the growing
season to best evaluate certain parameters. This evaluation took place
at the beginning of the growing season. Nearby weather station GREEN
BAY A S INTLAP estimates the growing season to be from April 24th to
October 13th using the 50% probability of the first and last 28°F
temperature. The soil temperature measured at 12” was 48 degrees
Fahrenheit confirming the growing season had begun. Alongside this,
woody vegetation had begun to bud. The antecedent precipitation tool
determined the prior period before the investigation to be wetter than
normal, see Appendix E. Wetland hydrology indicators were met at all
sample points, see wetland data sheets for full descriptions.
3.2.2 Vegetation
Vegetation within the study area was evaluated in accordance with the
routine on-site methodology outlined in the 1987 USACE Wetland
Delineation Manual and regional supplement. Plant species were
identified within the sample area and classified by wetland indicator
status using the Northcentral and Northeast Region National Wetland
Indicator Plant List – 2022. Vegetation sampling was conducted using
standard plot sizes with a 30’ radius for trees, 15’ radius for shrubs, 5’
radius for herbaceous species and 30’ radius for woody vines. The
dominance test and prevalence index are utilized to determine if
hydrophytic vegetation is present. None of the sampling points met
hydrophytic vegetation, see full vegetation sampling in Appendix B.
3.2.3 Soils
Existing soil mapping indicates the entire AOI to be the Solona fine
sandy loam series which is considered predominantly non-hydric in WI.
There is also the Kiva series mapped in close proximity which is
nonhydric in WI. The soils observed correspond to the somewhat poorly
drained mapped Solona series and the Kiva is likely found within the AOI
at higher elevations. No hydric soil indicators were met within the
sample points.
4.0 Conclusion
Through the standard procedures and expectations outlined by the
USACOE Wetland Delineation Manual and the Regional Supplement for
the Northcentral and Northeast region, it was confirmed that no
wetlands exist within the AOI. Wetland hydrology was met within
microtopographic depressions, however, hydrophytic vegetation and
hydric soils were lacking. Future development activities within this area
does not impose risk to any wetlands.
5.0 Literature Cited
Black, M.R., and E.J. Judziewicz. Wildflowers of Wisconsin and the Great Lakes Region: A
Comprehensive Field Guide. University of Wisconsin Press, 2009.
Farm Service Agency, United States Department of Agriculture. FSA Aerial Imagery.
Judziewicz, E.J., L.G. Clark, R.W. Freckmann, and M.R. Black. Field Guide to Wisconsin Grasses.
University of Wisconsin Press, 2014.
Soil Survey Staff, Natural Resources Conservation Service, United States Department of
Agriculture. Web Soil Survey. https://websoilsurvey.sc.egov.usda.gov/. Accessed Oct. 2021 and
Apr. 2023.
Surface Water Data Viewer Staff, Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources. Surface Water Data
Viewer. https://dnr.wi.gov/topic/surfacewater/swdv/. Accessed Oct. 2021 and Apr. 2023.
United States Army Corps of Engineers. National Wetland Plant List, version 3.5, 2020.
http://wetland-plants.sec.usace.army.mil/.
Regional Supplement to the Corps of Engineers Wetland Delineation Manual, 1987.
Regional Supplement to the Corps of Engineers Wetland Delineation Manual: Northcentral and
Northeast Region, version 2.0, 2012.
United States Department of Agriculture, Natural Resources Conservation Service. Field Indicators
of Hydric Soils in the United States: A Guide for Identifying and Delineating Hydric Soils, version 8.2,
2018.
FOTG, Section II, Climatic Data, Agricultural Applied Climate Information System.
Appendix A
Site Mapping
Figures Within
Figure 1 – Site Overview
Figure 2 – Contour Map
Figure 3 – Wisconsin DEM and Hillshade Map
Figure 4 – Wisconsin Wetland Inventory Map
Figure 5 – Wetland Determination Figure
Appendix B
Wetland Determination Data Forms
Project/Site:
Applicant/Owner: State:
Investigator(s):
Lat:
Soil Map Unit Name: NWI classification:
X
Are Vegetation , Soil , or Hydrology Yes X
Are Vegetation , Soil , or Hydrology
SUMMARY OF FINDINGS – Attach site map showing sampling point locations, transects, important features, etc.
No X
No X X
X No
X
X
X
X
X Yes X
Remarks:
No
(includes capillary fringe)
Describe Recorded Data (stream gauge, monitoring well, aerial photos, previous inspections), if available:
Saturation Present? Yes No Depth (inches): Wetland Hydrology Present?
Water Table Present? Yes No Depth (inches):
Sparsely Vegetated Concave Surface (B8) FAC-Neutral Test (D5)
Field Observations:
Surface Water Present? Yes No Depth (inches):
Iron Deposits (B5) Thin Muck Surface (C7) Shallow Aquitard (D3)
Inundation Visible on Aerial Imagery (B7) Other (Explain in Remarks) Microtopographic Relief (D4)
Drift Deposits (B3) Presence of Reduced Iron (C4) Stunted or Stressed Plants (D1)
Algal Mat or Crust (B4) Recent Iron Reduction in Tilled Soils (C6) Geomorphic Position (D2)
Remarks: (Explain alternative procedures here or in a separate report.)
Hydrologic conditions are wetter than normal
HYDROLOGY
Wetland Hydrology Indicators: Secondary Indicators (minimum of two required)
Primary Indicators (minimum of one is required; check all that apply) Surface Soil Cracks (B6)
Surface Water (A1)
Water Marks (B1) Hydrogen Sulfide Odor (C1) Crayfish Burrows (C8)
Sediment Deposits (B2) Oxidized Rhizospheres on Living Roots (C3) Saturation Visible on Aerial Imagery (C9)
Water-Stained Leaves (B9) Drainage Patterns (B10)
High Water Table (A2) Aquatic Fauna (B13) Moss Trim Lines (B16)
Saturation (A3) Marl Deposits (B15) Dry-Season Water Table (C2)
Is the Sampled Area
Hydric Soil Present? Yes within a Wetland? Yes No
significantly disturbed? Are “Normal Circumstances” present? No
naturally problematic? (If needed, explain any answers in Remarks.)
Hydrophytic Vegetation Present? Yes
Wetland Hydrology Present? Yes If yes, optional Wetland Site ID:
None
Are climatic / hydrologic conditions on the site typical for this time of year? Yes No (If no, explain in Remarks.)
Subregion (LRR or MLRA): Long: 88.1550909 Datum:LRR L, MLRA 95 44.8755501
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
WETLAND DETERMINATION DATA SHEET – Northcentral and Northeast Region
See ERDC/EL TR-12-1; the proponent agency is CECW-CO-R
OMB Control #: 0710-0024, Exp: 9/30/2027
Requirement Control Symbol EXEMPT:
(Authority: AR 335-15, paragraph 5-2a)
Wetland Hydrology is met by two secondary indicators. Moss trim lines were observed on trees surrounding the sample point. Sample point occupies a
concave posistion within a shallow topographic depression of the AOI, so microtopographic relief is met
Birr - Oconto Falls City/County: Oconto Sampling Date: 5/10/26
Landform (hillside, terrace, etc.): Terrace Local relief (concave, convex, none): Concave Slope %: 3
Kevin Birr WI Sampling Point: UDP-1
Branch River Testing - Candra Carter Section, Township, Range: S.26, T.28N.-R.19E.
WGS84
Kiva Sandy Loam
ENG FORM 6116-8, SEP 2024 Northcentral and Northeast – Version 2.0
Sampling Point:
(Plot size:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6. (A/B)
Sapling/Shrub Stratum (Plot size: x 1 =
1. x 2 =
2. x 3 =
3. x 4 =
4. x 5 =
5. Column Totals: (B)
6.
Herb Stratum (Plot size:
1.
2. 4 - Morphological Adaptations1 (Provide supporting
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
11.
12.
(Plot size:
1.
2.
3.
4. X
7.
7.
50 =Total Cover
15' )
No
Remarks: (Include photo numbers here or on a separate sheet.)
=Total Cover
Herb – All herbaceous (non-woody) plants, regardless
of size, and woody plants less than 3.28 ft tall.65 =Total Cover
Hydrophytic
Vegetation
Present? Yes
Sapling/shrub – Woody plants less than 3 in. DBH and
greater than or equal to 3.28 ft (1 m) tall.
Definitions of Vegetation Strata:
Tree – Woody plants 3 in. (7.6 cm) or more in diameter
at breast height (DBH), regardless of height.
Woody Vine Stratum 30' ) Woody vines – All woody vines greater than 3.28 ft in
height.
No FACU data in Remarks or on a separate sheet)
Taraxacum officinale 5 No FACU
15 =Total Cover 1 - Rapid Test for Hydrophytic Vegetation
5' ) 2 - Dominance Test is >50%
Hydrophytic Vegetation Indicators:
Carex pennsylvanica 50 Yes FACU 3 - Prevalence Index is ≤3.01
Anemone quinquefolia 5 No FACU
Problematic Hydrophytic Vegetation1 (Explain)
1Indicators of hydric soil and wetland hydrology must be
present, unless disturbed or problematic.
Maianthemum canadense 5
FACU species 130
Prevalence Index = B/A = 4.00
130 (A)
FAC species 0 0
0 0
Total % Cover of:
0
OBL species
Multiply by:
FACW species 0
520
520
UPL species 0 0
FACU 4 (B)
Percent of Dominant Species
That Are OBL, FACW, or FAC: 0.0%
Pinus strobus 15 Yes FACU
Prevalence Index worksheet:
30 Yes FACU 0 (A)
Pinus strobus 5 No FACU Total Number of Dominant
Species Across All Strata:
VEGETATION – Use scientific names of plants. UDP-1
Tree Stratum 30' )
Absolute
% Cover
Dominant
Species?
Indicator
Status Dominance Test worksheet:
Number of Dominant Species
That Are OBL, FACW, or FAC:Acer Saccharum
Tsuga canadensis 15 Yes
ENG FORM 6116-8, SEP 2024 Northcentral and Northeast – Version 2.0
Sampling Point:
X
Sandy Gleyed Matrix (S4)
Sandy Redox (S5)
Stripped Matrix (S6)
Marl (F10) (LRR K, L)
Red Parent Material (F21) (MLRA 145)
3Indicators of hydrophytic vegetation and
wetland hydrology must be present,
unless disturbed or problematic.
Yes No
Remarks:
Restrictive Layer (if observed):
Type:
Black Histic (A3)
Mesic Spodic (A17)
(MLRA 144A, 145, 149B)
Dark Surface (S7)
MLRA 149B)
Redox Depressions (F8)Sandy Mucky Mineral (S1)
Other (Explain in Remarks)Redox Dark Surface (F6)
Depleted Dark Surface (F7)Iron Monosulfide (A18)
Depth (inches): Hydric Soil Present?
Thin Dark Surface (S9) (LRR K, L)
1Type: C=Concentration, D=Depletion, RM=Reduced Matrix, MS=Masked Sand Grains. 2Location: PL=Pore Lining, M=Matrix.
Thick Dark Surface (A12) Loamy Gleyed Matrix (F2) Red Parent Material (F21) (outside MLRA 145)
Depleted Matrix (F3) Very Shallow Dark Surface (F22)
Stratified Layers (A5) High Chroma Sands (S11) (LRR K, L) Iron-Manganese Masses (F12) (LRR K, L, R)
Depleted Below Dark Surface (A11) Loamy Mucky Mineral (F1) (LRR K, L) Piedmont Floodplain Soils (F19) (MLRA 149B)
0-6 10YR 3/2 100
Histic Epipedon (A2)
Hydric Soil Indicators: Indicators for Problematic Hydric Soils3:
Histosol (A1)
Polyvalue Below Surface (S8) (LRR R,
2 cm Muck (A10) (LRR K, L, MLRA 149B)
5 cm Mucky Peat or Peat (S3) (LRR K, L, R)
Polyvalue Below Surface (S8) (LRR K, L)
Hydrogen Sulfide (A4) Thin Dark Surface (S9) (LRR R, MLRA 149B)
18-24 7.5YR 5/4 90 7.5YR 5/6 10 C
100
Sandy A Horizon Sandy Loam
Loc2 Texture Remarks
Sandy
Sandy C Horzion. 30 % Cobbles
SOIL UDP-1
Profile Description: (Describe to the depth needed to document the indicator or confirm the absence of indicators.)
Depth Matrix Redox Features
Bs Horizon. 20 % Cobbles
M
(inches) Color (moist) % Color (moist) % Type1
6-18 7.5YR 4/6
ENG FORM 6116-8, SEP 2024 Northcentral and Northeast – Version 2.0
Project/Site:
Applicant/Owner: State:
Investigator(s):
Lat:
Soil Map Unit Name: NWI classification:
X
Are Vegetation , Soil , or Hydrology Yes X
Are Vegetation , Soil , or Hydrology
SUMMARY OF FINDINGS – Attach site map showing sampling point locations, transects, important features, etc.
No X
No X X
X No
X
X
X
X
X
X Yes X
Remarks:
No
(includes capillary fringe)
Describe Recorded Data (stream gauge, monitoring well, aerial photos, previous inspections), if available:
Saturation Present? Yes No Depth (inches): Wetland Hydrology Present?
Water Table Present? Yes No Depth (inches):
Sparsely Vegetated Concave Surface (B8) FAC-Neutral Test (D5)
Field Observations:
Surface Water Present? Yes No Depth (inches):
Iron Deposits (B5) Thin Muck Surface (C7) Shallow Aquitard (D3)
Inundation Visible on Aerial Imagery (B7) Other (Explain in Remarks) Microtopographic Relief (D4)
Drift Deposits (B3) Presence of Reduced Iron (C4) Stunted or Stressed Plants (D1)
Algal Mat or Crust (B4) Recent Iron Reduction in Tilled Soils (C6) Geomorphic Position (D2)
Remarks: (Explain alternative procedures here or in a separate report.)
Hydrologic conditions are wetter than normal.
HYDROLOGY
Wetland Hydrology Indicators: Secondary Indicators (minimum of two required)
Primary Indicators (minimum of one is required; check all that apply) Surface Soil Cracks (B6)
Surface Water (A1)
Water Marks (B1) Hydrogen Sulfide Odor (C1) Crayfish Burrows (C8)
Sediment Deposits (B2) Oxidized Rhizospheres on Living Roots (C3) Saturation Visible on Aerial Imagery (C9)
Water-Stained Leaves (B9) Drainage Patterns (B10)
High Water Table (A2) Aquatic Fauna (B13) Moss Trim Lines (B16)
Saturation (A3) Marl Deposits (B15) Dry-Season Water Table (C2)
Is the Sampled Area
Hydric Soil Present? Yes within a Wetland? Yes No
significantly disturbed? Are “Normal Circumstances” present? No
naturally problematic? (If needed, explain any answers in Remarks.)
Hydrophytic Vegetation Present? Yes
Wetland Hydrology Present? Yes If yes, optional Wetland Site ID:
None
Are climatic / hydrologic conditions on the site typical for this time of year? Yes No (If no, explain in Remarks.)
Subregion (LRR or MLRA): Long: 88.1540516 Datum:LRR L, MLRA 95 44.8756224
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
WETLAND DETERMINATION DATA SHEET – Northcentral and Northeast Region
See ERDC/EL TR-12-1; the proponent agency is CECW-CO-R
OMB Control #: 0710-0024, Exp: 9/30/2027
Requirement Control Symbol EXEMPT:
(Authority: AR 335-15, paragraph 5-2a)
Wetland Hydrology is met by one primary and 2 secondary hydrology indicators. Moss trim lines were observed on the some of the trees around the
sample point. Sample point occupies a concave posistion within a shallow topographic position of the AOI, so Microtopographic relief was also met. See
P3 in Appendix C
Birr - Oconto Falls City/County: Oconto Sampling Date: 5/10/26
Landform (hillside, terrace, etc.): Terrace Local relief (concave, convex, none): Concave Slope %: 3
Kevin Birr WI Sampling Point: UDP-2
Branch River Testing - Candra Carter Section, Township, Range: S.26, T.28N.-R.19E.
WGS84
Kiva Sandy Loam
ENG FORM 6116-8, SEP 2024 Northcentral and Northeast – Version 2.0
Sampling Point:
(Plot size:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6. (A/B)
Sapling/Shrub Stratum (Plot size: x 1 =
1. x 2 =
2. x 3 =
3. x 4 =
4. x 5 =
5. Column Totals: (B)
6.
Herb Stratum (Plot size:
1.
2. 4 - Morphological Adaptations1 (Provide supporting
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
11.
12.
(Plot size:
1.
2.
3.
4. X
7.
7.
40 =Total Cover
15' )
Acer saccharum
No
Remarks: (Include photo numbers here or on a separate sheet.)
=Total Cover
Herb – All herbaceous (non-woody) plants, regardless
of size, and woody plants less than 3.28 ft tall.38 =Total Cover
Hydrophytic
Vegetation
Present? Yes
Sapling/shrub – Woody plants less than 3 in. DBH and
greater than or equal to 3.28 ft (1 m) tall.
Definitions of Vegetation Strata:
Tree – Woody plants 3 in. (7.6 cm) or more in diameter
at breast height (DBH), regardless of height.
Woody Vine Stratum 30' ) Woody vines – All woody vines greater than 3.28 ft in
height.
Monarda fistulosa 2 No FACU
No FACU data in Remarks or on a separate sheet)
Taraxacum officinale 3 No FACU
25 =Total Cover 1 - Rapid Test for Hydrophytic Vegetation
5' ) 2 - Dominance Test is >50%
Hydrophytic Vegetation Indicators:
Carex pennsylvanica 15 Yes FACU 3 - Prevalence Index is ≤3.01
Equisetum arvense 15 Yes FAC
Problematic Hydrophytic Vegetation1 (Explain)
1Indicators of hydric soil and wetland hydrology must be
present, unless disturbed or problematic.
Anemone quinquefolia 3
Pinus strobus 2 No FACU FACU species 88
Prevalence Index = B/A = 3.85
103 (A)
FACU FAC species 15 45
0 0
Total % Cover of:
0
OBL species
Multiply by:
FACW species 0
352
397
UPL species 0 0
FACU 6 (B)
Percent of Dominant Species
That Are OBL, FACW, or FAC: 16.7%
Tsuga canadensis 15 Yes FACU
Prevalence Index worksheet:
8 Yes
30 Yes FACU 1 (A)
Acer saccharum 8 Yes FACU Total Number of Dominant
Species Across All Strata:
VEGETATION – Use scientific names of plants. UDP-2
Tree Stratum 30' )
Absolute
% Cover
Dominant
Species?
Indicator
Status Dominance Test worksheet:
Number of Dominant Species
That Are OBL, FACW, or FAC:Tsuga canadensis
Pinus strobus 2 No
ENG FORM 6116-8, SEP 2024 Northcentral and Northeast – Version 2.0
Sampling Point:
X
Sandy Gleyed Matrix (S4)
Sandy Redox (S5)
Stripped Matrix (S6)
Marl (F10) (LRR K, L)
Red Parent Material (F21) (MLRA 145)
3Indicators of hydrophytic vegetation and
wetland hydrology must be present,
unless disturbed or problematic.
Yes No
Remarks:
Restrictive Layer (if observed):
Type:
Black Histic (A3)
Mesic Spodic (A17)
(MLRA 144A, 145, 149B)
Dark Surface (S7)
MLRA 149B)
Redox Depressions (F8)Sandy Mucky Mineral (S1)
Other (Explain in Remarks)Redox Dark Surface (F6)
Depleted Dark Surface (F7)Iron Monosulfide (A18)
Depth (inches): Hydric Soil Present?
Thin Dark Surface (S9) (LRR K, L)
1Type: C=Concentration, D=Depletion, RM=Reduced Matrix, MS=Masked Sand Grains. 2Location: PL=Pore Lining, M=Matrix.
Thick Dark Surface (A12) Loamy Gleyed Matrix (F2) Red Parent Material (F21) (outside MLRA 145)
Depleted Matrix (F3) Very Shallow Dark Surface (F22)
Stratified Layers (A5) High Chroma Sands (S11) (LRR K, L) Iron-Manganese Masses (F12) (LRR K, L, R)
Depleted Below Dark Surface (A11) Loamy Mucky Mineral (F1) (LRR K, L) Piedmont Floodplain Soils (F19) (MLRA 149B)
0-5 10YR 3/2 100
Histic Epipedon (A2)
Hydric Soil Indicators: Indicators for Problematic Hydric Soils3:
Histosol (A1)
Polyvalue Below Surface (S8) (LRR R,
2 cm Muck (A10) (LRR K, L, MLRA 149B)
5 cm Mucky Peat or Peat (S3) (LRR K, L, R)
Polyvalue Below Surface (S8) (LRR K, L)
Hydrogen Sulfide (A4) Thin Dark Surface (S9) (LRR R, MLRA 149B)
8-24 7.5YR 4/6 80 7.5YR 5/6 20 C
100
Sandy Fine Sandy Loam
Loc2 Texture Remarks
Sandy
Sandy 30% Cobbles
SOIL UDP-2
Profile Description: (Describe to the depth needed to document the indicator or confirm the absence of indicators.)
Depth Matrix Redox Features
E Horizon, Fine Sandy Loam
M
(inches) Color (moist) % Color (moist) % Type1
5-8 10YR 5/3
ENG FORM 6116-8, SEP 2024 Northcentral and Northeast – Version 2.0
Project/Site:
Applicant/Owner: State:
Investigator(s):
Lat:
Soil Map Unit Name: NWI classification:
X
Are Vegetation , Soil , or Hydrology Yes X
Are Vegetation , Soil , or Hydrology
SUMMARY OF FINDINGS – Attach site map showing sampling point locations, transects, important features, etc.
No X
No X X
X No
X
X
X
X
X Yes X
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
WETLAND DETERMINATION DATA SHEET – Northcentral and Northeast Region
See ERDC/EL TR-12-1; the proponent agency is CECW-CO-R
OMB Control #: 0710-0024, Exp: 9/30/2027
Requirement Control Symbol EXEMPT:
(Authority: AR 335-15, paragraph 5-2a)
Wetland hydrology met by 2 secondary indicators. Moss trim lines present and sample point is within a fine scale depression
Birr - Oconto Falls City/County: Oconto Sampling Date: 5/10/26
Landform (hillside, terrace, etc.): Terrace Local relief (concave, convex, none): Concave Slope %: 3
Kevin Birr WI Sampling Point: UDP-3
Branch River Testing - Candra Carter Section, Township, Range: S.26, T.28N.-R.19E.
WGS84
Kiva Sandy Loam None
Are climatic / hydrologic conditions on the site typical for this time of year? Yes No (If no, explain in Remarks.)
Subregion (LRR or MLRA): Long: 88.1532819 Datum:LRR L, MLRA 95 44.8747233
significantly disturbed? Are “Normal Circumstances” present? No
naturally problematic? (If needed, explain any answers in Remarks.)
Hydrophytic Vegetation Present? Yes
Wetland Hydrology Present? Yes If yes, optional Wetland Site ID:
Is the Sampled Area
Hydric Soil Present? Yes within a Wetland? Yes No
Remarks: (Explain alternative procedures here or in a separate report.)
Hydrologic conditions are wetter than normal
HYDROLOGY
Wetland Hydrology Indicators: Secondary Indicators (minimum of two required)
Primary Indicators (minimum of one is required; check all that apply) Surface Soil Cracks (B6)
Surface Water (A1)
Water Marks (B1) Hydrogen Sulfide Odor (C1) Crayfish Burrows (C8)
Sediment Deposits (B2) Oxidized Rhizospheres on Living Roots (C3) Saturation Visible on Aerial Imagery (C9)
Water-Stained Leaves (B9) Drainage Patterns (B10)
High Water Table (A2) Aquatic Fauna (B13) Moss Trim Lines (B16)
Saturation (A3) Marl Deposits (B15) Dry-Season Water Table (C2)
Iron Deposits (B5) Thin Muck Surface (C7) Shallow Aquitard (D3)
Inundation Visible on Aerial Imagery (B7) Other (Explain in Remarks) Microtopographic Relief (D4)
Drift Deposits (B3) Presence of Reduced Iron (C4) Stunted or Stressed Plants (D1)
Algal Mat or Crust (B4) Recent Iron Reduction in Tilled Soils (C6) Geomorphic Position (D2)
Water Table Present? Yes No Depth (inches):
Sparsely Vegetated Concave Surface (B8) FAC-Neutral Test (D5)
Field Observations:
Surface Water Present? Yes No Depth (inches):
Remarks:
No
(includes capillary fringe)
Describe Recorded Data (stream gauge, monitoring well, aerial photos, previous inspections), if available:
Saturation Present? Yes No Depth (inches): Wetland Hydrology Present?
ENG FORM 6116-8, SEP 2024 Northcentral and Northeast – Version 2.0
Sampling Point:
(Plot size:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6. (A/B)
Sapling/Shrub Stratum (Plot size: x 1 =
1. x 2 =
2. x 3 =
3. x 4 =
4. x 5 =
5. Column Totals: (B)
6.
Herb Stratum (Plot size:
1.
2. 4 - Morphological Adaptations1 (Provide supporting
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
11.
12.
(Plot size:
1.
2.
3.
4. X
VEGETATION – Use scientific names of plants. UDP-3
Tree Stratum 30' )
Absolute
% Cover
Dominant
Species?
Indicator
Status Dominance Test worksheet:
Number of Dominant Species
That Are OBL, FACW, or FAC:Acer saccharum
Betula papyrifera 4 No
30 Yes FACU 0 (A)
Prunus serotina 8 No FACU Total Number of Dominant
Species Across All Strata:FACU 5 (B)
Percent of Dominant Species
That Are OBL, FACW, or FAC: 0.0%
Acer saccharum 30 Yes FACU
Prevalence Index worksheet:
15 Yes FACU FAC species 0 0
0 0
Total % Cover of:
0
OBL species
Multiply by:
FACW species 0
764
764
FACU UPL species 0 0
Prunus virginiana 8 No FACU FACU species 191
Prevalence Index = B/A = 4.00
191 (A)
60 =Total Cover 1 - Rapid Test for Hydrophytic Vegetation
5' ) 2 - Dominance Test is >50%
Hydrophytic Vegetation Indicators:
Carex pennsylvanica 45 Yes FACU 3 - Prevalence Index is ≤3.01
Poa pratensis 35 Yes FACU
Problematic Hydrophytic Vegetation1 (Explain)
1Indicators of hydric soil and wetland hydrology must be
present, unless disturbed or problematic.
Anenome quinquefolia 3 No data in Remarks or on a separate sheet)
Maianthemum canadense 3 No FACU
Taraxacum officinale 3 No FACU
Monarda fistulosa 3 No FACU
Sapling/shrub – Woody plants less than 3 in. DBH and
greater than or equal to 3.28 ft (1 m) tall.
Definitions of Vegetation Strata:
Tree – Woody plants 3 in. (7.6 cm) or more in diameter
at breast height (DBH), regardless of height.
Woody Vine Stratum 30' ) Woody vines – All woody vines greater than 3.28 ft in
height.
Herb – All herbaceous (non-woody) plants, regardless
of size, and woody plants less than 3.28 ft tall.92 =Total Cover
Hydrophytic
Vegetation
Present? Yes No
Remarks: (Include photo numbers here or on a separate sheet.)
=Total Cover
7.
7.
42 =Total Cover
15' )
Pinus strobus
Prunus serotina 7 No
ENG FORM 6116-8, SEP 2024 Northcentral and Northeast – Version 2.0
Sampling Point:
X
SOIL UDP-3
Profile Description: (Describe to the depth needed to document the indicator or confirm the absence of indicators.)
Depth Matrix Redox Features
Fine Sandy Loam. 20% Cobbles
M
(inches) Color (moist) % Color (moist) % Type1
8-16 7.5YR 4/6
Sandy Fine Sandy Loam
Loc2 Texture Remarks
Sandy
Sandy Fine Sandy Loam. 30% Cobbles16-24 7.5YR 5/4 80 7.5YR 5/8 20 C
100
Histic Epipedon (A2)
Hydric Soil Indicators: Indicators for Problematic Hydric Soils3:
Histosol (A1)
Polyvalue Below Surface (S8) (LRR R,
2 cm Muck (A10) (LRR K, L, MLRA 149B)
5 cm Mucky Peat or Peat (S3) (LRR K, L, R)
Polyvalue Below Surface (S8) (LRR K, L)
Hydrogen Sulfide (A4) Thin Dark Surface (S9) (LRR R, MLRA 149B)
Depth (inches): Hydric Soil Present?
Thin Dark Surface (S9) (LRR K, L)
1Type: C=Concentration, D=Depletion, RM=Reduced Matrix, MS=Masked Sand Grains. 2Location: PL=Pore Lining, M=Matrix.
Thick Dark Surface (A12) Loamy Gleyed Matrix (F2) Red Parent Material (F21) (outside MLRA 145)
Depleted Matrix (F3) Very Shallow Dark Surface (F22)
Stratified Layers (A5) High Chroma Sands (S11) (LRR K, L) Iron-Manganese Masses (F12) (LRR K, L, R)
Depleted Below Dark Surface (A11) Loamy Mucky Mineral (F1) (LRR K, L) Piedmont Floodplain Soils (F19) (MLRA 149B)
0-8 10YR 3/2 100
Black Histic (A3)
Mesic Spodic (A17)
(MLRA 144A, 145, 149B)
Dark Surface (S7)
MLRA 149B)
Redox Depressions (F8)Sandy Mucky Mineral (S1)
Other (Explain in Remarks)Redox Dark Surface (F6)
Depleted Dark Surface (F7)Iron Monosulfide (A18)
Sandy Gleyed Matrix (S4)
Sandy Redox (S5)
Stripped Matrix (S6)
Marl (F10) (LRR K, L)
Red Parent Material (F21) (MLRA 145)
3Indicators of hydrophytic vegetation and
wetland hydrology must be present,
unless disturbed or problematic.
Yes No
Remarks:
Restrictive Layer (if observed):
Type:
ENG FORM 6116-8, SEP 2024 Northcentral and Northeast – Version 2.0
Appendix C
Site Photos
Appendix C – Site Photos
Birr -Oconto Falls
P1
UDP-1 facing north towards property line
Appendix C – Site Photos
Birr -Oconto Falls
P2
UDP-1 facing south towards King St
Appendix C – Site Photos
Birr -Oconto Falls
P3
Surrounding area of UDP-2. Photo taken facing north towards the high line
Appendix C – Site Photos
Birr -Oconto Falls
P4
Photo taken outside of AOI, north of UDP-2 facing north, under the high line. Standing
water and Hydrophytic vegetation present.
Appendix C – Site Photos
Birr -Oconto Falls
P5
Photo taken outside of AOI, north of UDP-2, facing a northeasterly direction along high
line.
Appendix C – Site Photos
Birr -Oconto Falls
P6
Surrounding area of UDP-3. Representative of the proposed building site(s)
Appendix D
NRCS USDA Soil Survey and
Hydric Rating
United States
Department of
Agriculture
A product of the National
Cooperative Soil Survey,
a joint effort of the United
States Department of
Agriculture and other
Federal agencies, State
agencies including the
Agricultural Experiment
Stations, and local
participants
Custom Soil Resource
Report for
Oconto County,
Wisconsin
Natural
Resources
Conservation
Service
Preface
Soil surveys contain information that affects land use planning in survey areas.
They highlight soil limitations that affect various land uses and provide information
about the properties of the soils in the survey areas. Soil surveys are designed for
many different users, including farmers, ranchers, foresters, agronomists, urban
planners, community officials, engineers, developers, builders, and home buyers.
Also, conservationists, teachers, students, and specialists in recreation, waste
disposal, and pollution control can use the surveys to help them understand,
protect, or enhance the environment.
Various land use regulations of Federal, State, and local governments may impose
special restrictions on land use or land treatment. Soil surveys identify soil
properties that are used in making various land use or land treatment decisions.
The information is intended to help the land users identify and reduce the effects of
soil limitations on various land uses. The landowner or user is responsible for
identifying and complying with existing laws and regulations.
Although soil survey information can be used for general farm, local, and wider area
planning, onsite investigation is needed to supplement this information in some
cases. Examples include soil quality assessments (http://www.nrcs.usda.gov/wps/
portal/nrcs/main/soils/health/) and certain conservation and engineering
applications. For more detailed information, contact your local USDA Service Center
(https://offices.sc.egov.usda.gov/locator/app?agency=nrcs) or your NRCS State Soil
Scientist (http://www.nrcs.usda.gov/wps/portal/nrcs/detail/soils/contactus/?
cid=nrcs142p2_053951).
Great differences in soil properties can occur within short distances. Some soils are
seasonally wet or subject to flooding. Some are too unstable to be used as a
foundation for buildings or roads. Clayey or wet soils are poorly suited to use as
septic tank absorption fields. A high water table makes a soil poorly suited to
basements or underground installations.
The National Cooperative Soil Survey is a joint effort of the United States
Department of Agriculture and other Federal agencies, State agencies including the
Agricultural Experiment Stations, and local agencies. The Natural Resources
Conservation Service (NRCS) has leadership for the Federal part of the National
Cooperative Soil Survey.
Information about soils is updated periodically. Updated information is available
through the NRCS Web Soil Survey, the site for official soil survey information.
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) prohibits discrimination in all its
programs and activities on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability,
and where applicable, sex, marital status, familial status, parental status, religion,
sexual orientation, genetic information, political beliefs, reprisal, or because all or a
part of an individual's income is derived from any public assistance program. (Not
all prohibited bases apply to all programs.) Persons with disabilities who require
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alternative means for communication of program information (Braille, large print,
audiotape, etc.) should contact USDA's TARGET Center at (202) 720-2600 (voice
and TDD). To file a complaint of discrimination, write to USDA, Director, Office of
Civil Rights, 1400 Independence Avenue, S.W., Washington, D.C. 20250-9410 or
call (800) 795-3272 (voice) or (202) 720-6382 (TDD). USDA is an equal opportunity
provider and employer.
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Contents
Preface.................................................................................................................... 2
How Soil Surveys Are Made..................................................................................5
Soil Map.................................................................................................................. 8
Soil Map................................................................................................................9
Legend................................................................................................................10
Map Unit Legend................................................................................................ 11
Map Unit Descriptions.........................................................................................11
Oconto County, Wisconsin..............................................................................13
3120A—Solona fine sandy loam, 0 to 3 percent slopes..............................13
7413B—Kiva sandy loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes.........................................14
Soil Information for All Uses...............................................................................17
Soil Reports........................................................................................................17
Land Classifications........................................................................................17
Hydric Rating by Map Unit (WI) (Birr - Oconto Falls).................................. 17
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How Soil Surveys Are Made
Soil surveys are made to provide information about the soils and miscellaneous
areas in a specific area. They include a description of the soils and miscellaneous
areas and their location on the landscape and tables that show soil properties and
limitations affecting various uses. Soil scientists observed the steepness, length,
and shape of the slopes; the general pattern of drainage; the kinds of crops and
native plants; and the kinds of bedrock. They observed and described many soil
profiles. A soil profile is the sequence of natural layers, or horizons, in a soil. The
profile extends from the surface down into the unconsolidated material in which the
soil formed or from the surface down to bedrock. The unconsolidated material is
devoid of roots and other living organisms and has not been changed by other
biological activity.
Currently, soils are mapped according to the boundaries of major land resource
areas (MLRAs). MLRAs are geographically associated land resource units that
share common characteristics related to physiography, geology, climate, water
resources, soils, biological resources, and land uses (USDA, 2006). Soil survey
areas typically consist of parts of one or more MLRA.
The soils and miscellaneous areas in a survey area occur in an orderly pattern that
is related to the geology, landforms, relief, climate, and natural vegetation of the
area. Each kind of soil and miscellaneous area is associated with a particular kind
of landform or with a segment of the landform. By observing the soils and
miscellaneous areas in the survey area and relating their position to specific
segments of the landform, a soil scientist develops a concept, or model, of how they
were formed. Thus, during mapping, this model enables the soil scientist to predict
with a considerable degree of accuracy the kind of soil or miscellaneous area at a
specific location on the landscape.
Commonly, individual soils on the landscape merge into one another as their
characteristics gradually change. To construct an accurate soil map, however, soil
scientists must determine the boundaries between the soils. They can observe only
a limited number of soil profiles. Nevertheless, these observations, supplemented
by an understanding of the soil-vegetation-landscape relationship, are sufficient to
verify predictions of the kinds of soil in an area and to determine the boundaries.
Soil scientists recorded the characteristics of the soil profiles that they studied. They
noted soil color, texture, size and shape of soil aggregates, kind and amount of rock
fragments, distribution of plant roots, reaction, and other features that enable them
to identify soils. After describing the soils in the survey area and determining their
properties, the soil scientists assigned the soils to taxonomic classes (units).
Taxonomic classes are concepts. Each taxonomic class has a set of soil
characteristics with precisely defined limits. The classes are used as a basis for
comparison to classify soils systematically. Soil taxonomy, the system of taxonomic
classification used in the United States, is based mainly on the kind and character
of soil properties and the arrangement of horizons within the profile. After the soil
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scientists classified and named the soils in the survey area, they compared the
individual soils with similar soils in the same taxonomic class in other areas so that
they could confirm data and assemble additional data based on experience and
research.
The objective of soil mapping is not to delineate pure map unit components; the
objective is to separate the landscape into landforms or landform segments that
have similar use and management requirements. Each map unit is defined by a
unique combination of soil components and/or miscellaneous areas in predictable
proportions. Some components may be highly contrasting to the other components
of the map unit. The presence of minor components in a map unit in no way
diminishes the usefulness or accuracy of the data. The delineation of such
landforms and landform segments on the map provides sufficient information for the
development of resource plans. If intensive use of small areas is planned, onsite
investigation is needed to define and locate the soils and miscellaneous areas.
Soil scientists make many field observations in the process of producing a soil map.
The frequency of observation is dependent upon several factors, including scale of
mapping, intensity of mapping, design of map units, complexity of the landscape,
and experience of the soil scientist. Observations are made to test and refine the
soil-landscape model and predictions and to verify the classification of the soils at
specific locations. Once the soil-landscape model is refined, a significantly smaller
number of measurements of individual soil properties are made and recorded.
These measurements may include field measurements, such as those for color,
depth to bedrock, and texture, and laboratory measurements, such as those for
content of sand, silt, clay, salt, and other components. Properties of each soil
typically vary from one point to another across the landscape.
Observations for map unit components are aggregated to develop ranges of
characteristics for the components. The aggregated values are presented. Direct
measurements do not exist for every property presented for every map unit
component. Values for some properties are estimated from combinations of other
properties.
While a soil survey is in progress, samples of some of the soils in the area generally
are collected for laboratory analyses and for engineering tests. Soil scientists
interpret the data from these analyses and tests as well as the field-observed
characteristics and the soil properties to determine the expected behavior of the
soils under different uses. Interpretations for all of the soils are field tested through
observation of the soils in different uses and under different levels of management.
Some interpretations are modified to fit local conditions, and some new
interpretations are developed to meet local needs. Data are assembled from other
sources, such as research information, production records, and field experience of
specialists. For example, data on crop yields under defined levels of management
are assembled from farm records and from field or plot experiments on the same
kinds of soil.
Predictions about soil behavior are based not only on soil properties but also on
such variables as climate and biological activity. Soil conditions are predictable over
long periods of time, but they are not predictable from year to year. For example,
soil scientists can predict with a fairly high degree of accuracy that a given soil will
have a high water table within certain depths in most years, but they cannot predict
that a high water table will always be at a specific level in the soil on a specific date.
After soil scientists located and identified the significant natural bodies of soil in the
survey area, they drew the boundaries of these bodies on aerial photographs and
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identified each as a specific map unit. Aerial photographs show trees, buildings,
fields, roads, and rivers, all of which help in locating boundaries accurately.
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Soil Map
The soil map section includes the soil map for the defined area of interest, a list of
soil map units on the map and extent of each map unit, and cartographic symbols
displayed on the map. Also presented are various metadata about data used to
produce the map, and a description of each soil map unit.
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Custom Soil Resource Report
Soil Map
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44° 52' 34'' N
88° 9' 20'' W
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Map projection: Web Mercator Corner coordinates: WGS84 Edge tics: UTM Zone 16N WGS84
0 50 100 200 300
Feet
0 15 30 60 90
Meters
Map Scale: 1:1,340 if printed on A portrait (8.5" x 11") sheet.
Soil Map may not be valid at this scale.
MAP LEGEND MAP INFORMATION
Area of Interest (AOI)
Area of Interest (AOI)
Soils
Soil Map Unit Polygons
Soil Map Unit Lines
Soil Map Unit Points
Special Point Features
Blowout
Borrow Pit
Clay Spot
Closed Depression
Gravel Pit
Gravelly Spot
Landfill
Lava Flow
Marsh or swamp
Mine or Quarry
Miscellaneous Water
Perennial Water
Rock Outcrop
Saline Spot
Sandy Spot
Severely Eroded Spot
Sinkhole
Slide or Slip
Sodic Spot
Spoil Area
Stony Spot
Very Stony Spot
Wet Spot
Other
Special Line Features
Water Features
Streams and Canals
Transportation
Rails
Interstate Highways
US Routes
Major Roads
Local Roads
Background
Aerial Photography
The soil surveys that comprise your AOI were mapped at
1:15,800.
Warning: Soil Map may not be valid at this scale.
Enlargement of maps beyond the scale of mapping can cause
misunderstanding of the detail of mapping and accuracy of soil
line placement. The maps do not show the small areas of
contrasting soils that could have been shown at a more detailed
scale.
Please rely on the bar scale on each map sheet for map
measurements.
Source of Map: Natural Resources Conservation Service
Web Soil Survey URL:
Coordinate System: Web Mercator (EPSG:3857)
Maps from the Web Soil Survey are based on the Web Mercator
projection, which preserves direction and shape but distorts
distance and area. A projection that preserves area, such as the
Albers equal-area conic projection, should be used if more
accurate calculations of distance or area are required.
This product is generated from the USDA-NRCS certified data as
of the version date(s) listed below.
Soil Survey Area: Oconto County, Wisconsin
Survey Area Data: Version 22, Sep 10, 2025
Soil map units are labeled (as space allows) for map scales
1:50,000 or larger.
Date(s) aerial images were photographed: Jun 7, 2023—Jun 9,
2023
The orthophoto or other base map on which the soil lines were
compiled and digitized probably differs from the background
imagery displayed on these maps. As a result, some minor
shifting of map unit boundaries may be evident.
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Map Unit Legend
Map Unit Symbol Map Unit Name Acres in AOI Percent of AOI
3120A Solona fine sandy loam, 0 to 3
percent slopes
0.0 0.0%
7413B Kiva sandy loam, 2 to 6 percent
slopes
7.7 100.0%
Totals for Area of Interest 7.7 100.0%
Map Unit Descriptions
The map units delineated on the detailed soil maps in a soil survey represent the
soils or miscellaneous areas in the survey area. The map unit descriptions, along
with the maps, can be used to determine the composition and properties of a unit.
A map unit delineation on a soil map represents an area dominated by one or more
major kinds of soil or miscellaneous areas. A map unit is identified and named
according to the taxonomic classification of the dominant soils. Within a taxonomic
class there are precisely defined limits for the properties of the soils. On the
landscape, however, the soils are natural phenomena, and they have the
characteristic variability of all natural phenomena. Thus, the range of some
observed properties may extend beyond the limits defined for a taxonomic class.
Areas of soils of a single taxonomic class rarely, if ever, can be mapped without
including areas of other taxonomic classes. Consequently, every map unit is made
up of the soils or miscellaneous areas for which it is named and some minor
components that belong to taxonomic classes other than those of the major soils.
Most minor soils have properties similar to those of the dominant soil or soils in the
map unit, and thus they do not affect use and management. These are called
noncontrasting, or similar, components. They may or may not be mentioned in a
particular map unit description. Other minor components, however, have properties
and behavioral characteristics divergent enough to affect use or to require different
management. These are called contrasting, or dissimilar, components. They
generally are in small areas and could not be mapped separately because of the
scale used. Some small areas of strongly contrasting soils or miscellaneous areas
are identified by a special symbol on the maps. If included in the database for a
given area, the contrasting minor components are identified in the map unit
descriptions along with some characteristics of each. A few areas of minor
components may not have been observed, and consequently they are not
mentioned in the descriptions, especially where the pattern was so complex that it
was impractical to make enough observations to identify all the soils and
miscellaneous areas on the landscape.
The presence of minor components in a map unit in no way diminishes the
usefulness or accuracy of the data. The objective of mapping is not to delineate
pure taxonomic classes but rather to separate the landscape into landforms or
landform segments that have similar use and management requirements. The
delineation of such segments on the map provides sufficient information for the
development of resource plans. If intensive use of small areas is planned, however,
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onsite investigation is needed to define and locate the soils and miscellaneous
areas.
An identifying symbol precedes the map unit name in the map unit descriptions.
Each description includes general facts about the unit and gives important soil
properties and qualities.
Soils that have profiles that are almost alike make up a soil series. Except for
differences in texture of the surface layer, all the soils of a series have major
horizons that are similar in composition, thickness, and arrangement.
Soils of one series can differ in texture of the surface layer, slope, stoniness,
salinity, degree of erosion, and other characteristics that affect their use. On the
basis of such differences, a soil series is divided into soil phases. Most of the areas
shown on the detailed soil maps are phases of soil series. The name of a soil phase
commonly indicates a feature that affects use or management. For example, Alpha
silt loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes, is a phase of the Alpha series.
Some map units are made up of two or more major soils or miscellaneous areas.
These map units are complexes, associations, or undifferentiated groups.
A complex consists of two or more soils or miscellaneous areas in such an intricate
pattern or in such small areas that they cannot be shown separately on the maps.
The pattern and proportion of the soils or miscellaneous areas are somewhat similar
in all areas. Alpha-Beta complex, 0 to 6 percent slopes, is an example.
An association is made up of two or more geographically associated soils or
miscellaneous areas that are shown as one unit on the maps. Because of present
or anticipated uses of the map units in the survey area, it was not considered
practical or necessary to map the soils or miscellaneous areas separately. The
pattern and relative proportion of the soils or miscellaneous areas are somewhat
similar. Alpha-Beta association, 0 to 2 percent slopes, is an example.
An undifferentiated group is made up of two or more soils or miscellaneous areas
that could be mapped individually but are mapped as one unit because similar
interpretations can be made for use and management. The pattern and proportion
of the soils or miscellaneous areas in a mapped area are not uniform. An area can
be made up of only one of the major soils or miscellaneous areas, or it can be made
up of all of them. Alpha and Beta soils, 0 to 2 percent slopes, is an example.
Some surveys include miscellaneous areas. Such areas have little or no soil
material and support little or no vegetation. Rock outcrop is an example.
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Oconto County, Wisconsin
3120A—Solona fine sandy loam, 0 to 3 percent slopes
Map Unit Setting
National map unit symbol: g5nj
Elevation: 570 to 1,900 feet
Mean annual precipitation: 27 to 33 inches
Mean annual air temperature: 37 to 46 degrees F
Frost-free period: 90 to 160 days
Farmland classification: Prime farmland if drained
Map Unit Composition
Solona, thin surface, and similar soils: 85 percent
Minor components: 15 percent
Estimates are based on observations, descriptions, and transects of the mapunit.
Description of Solona, Thin Surface
Setting
Landform: Drainageways on ground moraines, Depressions on ground moraines
Landform position (two-dimensional): Footslope
Down-slope shape: Linear, concave
Across-slope shape: Concave
Parent material: Calcareous loamy till
Typical profile
Ap - 0 to 9 inches: fine sandy loam
Bt1,Bt2,BC - 9 to 22 inches: fine sandy loam
C1,C2 - 22 to 60 inches: loam
Properties and qualities
Slope: 0 to 3 percent
Depth to restrictive feature: More than 80 inches
Drainage class: Somewhat poorly drained
Runoff class: High
Capacity of the most limiting layer to transmit water (Ksat): Moderately high to
high (0.57 to 1.98 in/hr)
Depth to water table: About 12 to 36 inches
Frequency of flooding: None
Frequency of ponding: None
Calcium carbonate, maximum content: 35 percent
Maximum salinity: Nonsaline to very slightly saline (0.0 to 2.0 mmhos/cm)
Available water supply, 0 to 60 inches: Moderate (about 8.4 inches)
Interpretive groups
Land capability classification (irrigated): None specified
Land capability classification (nonirrigated): 2w
Hydrologic Soil Group: C
Ecological site: F095XA006WI - Moist Loamy Lowland
Forage suitability group: Mod AWC, high water table (G095AY004WI)
Other vegetative classification: Tsuga canadensis / Maianthemum canadense -
Coptis groenlandica , Eastern Hemlock / Wild Lily-of-the-valley - Goldthread
(TMC), Mod AWC, high water table (G095AY004WI)
Hydric soil rating: No
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Minor Components
Bonduel
Percent of map unit: 6 percent
Landform: Drainageways on ground moraines
Landform position (two-dimensional): Footslope
Down-slope shape: Linear
Across-slope shape: Concave
Ecological site: F095XA006WI - Moist Loamy Lowland
Other vegetative classification: Mod AWC, high water table (G095AY004WI)
Hydric soil rating: No
Ensley
Percent of map unit: 4 percent
Landform: Drainageways on moraines, Depressions on moraines
Landform position (two-dimensional): Toeslope
Down-slope shape: Linear, concave
Across-slope shape: Concave
Ecological site: F095XA003WI - Wet Sandy Lowland
Other vegetative classification: Mod AWC, high water table (G095AY004WI)
Hydric soil rating: Yes
Onaway
Percent of map unit: 3 percent
Landform: Moraines
Landform position (two-dimensional): Summit
Down-slope shape: Convex
Across-slope shape: Convex
Ecological site: F095XA010WI - Loamy Upland
Other vegetative classification: Mod AWC, adequately drained (G095AY005WI)
Hydric soil rating: No
Shiocton
Percent of map unit: 2 percent
Landscape: Lake plains
Landform: Drainageways
Landform position (three-dimensional): Talf
Down-slope shape: Linear
Across-slope shape: Concave
Ecological site: F095XA006WI - Moist Loamy Lowland
Other vegetative classification: Acer saccharum - Tsuga canadensis / Athyrium
filix-femina - Onoclea sensibilis , Sugar Maple -Eastern Hemlock / Lady Fern -
Sensitive Fern (ATAtOn), High AWC, high water table (G095AY007WI)
Hydric soil rating: No
7413B—Kiva sandy loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes
Map Unit Setting
National map unit symbol: g5m6
Landscape: Hills
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Elevation: 590 to 1,900 feet
Mean annual precipitation: 27 to 33 inches
Mean annual air temperature: 39 to 46 degrees F
Frost-free period: 90 to 150 days
Farmland classification: Farmland of statewide importance
Map Unit Composition
Kiva and similar soils: 85 percent
Minor components: 15 percent
Estimates are based on observations, descriptions, and transects of the mapunit.
Description of Kiva
Setting
Landscape: Hills
Landform: Moraines
Landform position (two-dimensional): Summit
Landform position (three-dimensional): Interfluve
Down-slope shape: Convex
Across-slope shape: Convex
Parent material: Loamy drift over calcareous sandy and gravelly outwash
Typical profile
Ap - 0 to 10 inches: sandy loam
Bs - 10 to 15 inches: sandy loam
2C1,2C2 - 15 to 60 inches: very gravelly sand
Properties and qualities
Slope: 2 to 6 percent
Depth to restrictive feature: More than 80 inches
Drainage class: Well drained
Runoff class: Very low
Capacity of the most limiting layer to transmit water (Ksat): Moderately high to
high (0.57 to 1.98 in/hr)
Depth to water table: More than 80 inches
Frequency of flooding: None
Frequency of ponding: None
Calcium carbonate, maximum content: 25 percent
Maximum salinity: Nonsaline to very slightly saline (0.0 to 2.0 mmhos/cm)
Available water supply, 0 to 60 inches: Low (about 3.3 inches)
Interpretive groups
Land capability classification (irrigated): None specified
Land capability classification (nonirrigated): 3s
Hydrologic Soil Group: B
Ecological site: F095XA009WI - Sandy Uplands
Forage suitability group: Low AWC, adequately drained (G095AY002WI)
Other vegetative classification: Acer saccharum / Viburnum acerifolium , Sugar
Maple / Maple-leaved Viburnum (AVb), Acer saccharum - Tsuga canadensis /
Maianthemum canadense , Sugar Maple - Eastern Hemlock / Qild Lily-of-the-
valley (ATM), Low AWC, adequately drained (G095AY002WI)
Hydric soil rating: No
Minor Components
Oconto
Percent of map unit: 7 percent
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Landscape: Plains
Landform: Outwash plains
Landform position (two-dimensional): Summit
Down-slope shape: Convex
Across-slope shape: Convex
Ecological site: F095XA010WI - Loamy Upland
Other vegetative classification: Acer saccharum - Fagus grandifolia / Viburnum
acerifolium , Sugar Maple - American Beech / Maple-leaved Viburnum (AFVb),
Mod AWC, adequately drained (G095AY005WI)
Hydric soil rating: No
Onaway
Percent of map unit: 5 percent
Landform: Moraines
Landform position (two-dimensional): Summit
Down-slope shape: Convex
Across-slope shape: Convex
Ecological site: F095XA010WI - Loamy Upland
Other vegetative classification: Mod AWC, adequately drained (G095AY005WI)
Hydric soil rating: No
Worcester
Percent of map unit: 3 percent
Landform: Drainageways on outwash plains, Depressions on outwash plains
Landform position (two-dimensional): Footslope
Down-slope shape: Linear, concave
Across-slope shape: Concave
Ecological site: F090AY011WI - Moist Loamy Lowland
Other vegetative classification: Mod AWC, high water table (G090AY004WI)
Hydric soil rating: No
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Soil Information for All Uses
Soil Reports
The Soil Reports section includes various formatted tabular and narrative reports
(tables) containing data for each selected soil map unit and each component of
each unit. No aggregation of data has occurred as is done in reports in the Soil
Properties and Qualities and Suitabilities and Limitations sections.
The reports contain soil interpretive information as well as basic soil properties and
qualities. A description of each report (table) is included.
Land Classifications
This folder contains a collection of tabular reports that present a variety of soil
groupings. The reports (tables) include all selected map units and components for
each map unit. Land classifications are specified land use and management
groupings that are assigned to soil areas because combinations of soil have similar
behavior for specified practices. Most are based on soil properties and other factors
that directly influence the specific use of the soil. Example classifications include
ecological site classification, farmland classification, irrigated and nonirrigated land
capability classification, and hydric rating.
Hydric Rating by Map Unit (WI) (Birr - Oconto Falls)
This Hydric Soil Category rating indicates the components of map units that meet
the criteria for hydric soils. Map units are composed of one or more major soil
components or soil types that generally make up 20 percent or more of the map unit
and are listed in the map unit name, and they may also have one or more minor
contrasting soil components that generally make up less than 20 percent of the map
unit. Each major and minor map unit component that meets the hydric criteria is
rated hydric. The map unit class ratings based on the hydric components present
are: WI Hydric, WI Predominantly Hydric, WI Partially Hydric, WI Predominantly
Nonhydric, and WI Nonhydric. The report also shows the total representative
percentage of each map unit that the hydric components comprise.
"WI Hydric" means that all major and minor components listed for a given map unit
are rated as being hydric. "WI Predominantly Hydric" means that all major
components listed for a given map unit are rated as hydric, and at least one
contrasting minor component is not rated hydric."WI Partially Hydric" means that at
least one major component listed for a given map unit is rated as hydric, and at
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least one other major component is not rated hydric. "WI Predominantly Nonhydric"
means that no major component listed for a given map unit is rated as hydric, and at
least one contrasting minor component is rated hydric. "WI Nonhydric" means no
major or minor components for the map unit are rated hydric. The assumption is
that the map unit is nonhydric even if none of the components within the map unit
have been rated.
Hydric soils are defined by the National Technical Committee for Hydric Soils
(NTCHS) as soils that formed under conditions of saturation, flooding, or ponding
long enough during the growing season to develop anaerobic conditions in the
upper part (Federal Register, 1994). Under natural conditions, these soils are either
saturated or inundated long enough during the growing season to support the
growth and reproduction of hydrophytic vegetation.
If soils are wet enough for a long enough period of time to be considered hydric,
they typically exhibit certain properties that can be easily observed in the field.
These visible properties are indicators of hydric soils. The indicators used to make
onsite determinations of hydric soils are specified in "Field Indicators of Hydric Soils
in the United States" (Vasilas, Hurt, and Noble, 2010).
The NTCHS has developed criteria to identify those soil properties unique to hydric
soils (Federal Register, 2012). These criteria are used to identify map unit
components that normally are associated with wetlands. The criteria use selected
soil properties that are described in “Field Indicators of Hydric Soils in the United
States” (Vasilas, Hurt, and Noble, 2010), "Soil Taxonomy" (Soil Survey Staff, 1999),
"Keys to Soil Taxonomy" (Soil Survey Staff, 2010), and the "Soil Survey Manual"
(Soil Survey Division Staff, 1993).
The criteria for hydric soils are represented by codes, for example, 2 or 3.
Definitions for the codes are as follows:
1. All Histels except for Folistels, and Histosols except for Folists.
2. Soils in Aquic suborders, great groups, or subgroups, Albolls suborder,
Historthels great group, Histoturbels great group, Pachic subgroups, or Cumulic
subgroups that:
A. Based on the range of characteristics for the soil series, will at least in part
meet one or more Field Indicators of Hydric Soils in the United States, or
B. Show evidence that the soil meets the definition of a hydric soil;
3. Soils that are frequently ponded for long or very long duration during the
growing season.
A. Based on the range of characteristics for the soil series, will at least in part
meet one or more Field Indicators of Hydric Soils in the United States, or
B. Show evidence that the soil meets the definition of a hydric soil;
4. Map unit components that are frequently flooded for long duration or very long
duration during the growing season that:
A. Based on the range of characteristics for the soil series, will at least in part
meet one or more Field Indicators of Hydric Soils in the United States, or
B. Show evidence that the soil meets the definition of a hydric soil;
Hydric Condition: Food Security Act information regarding the ability to grow a
commodity crop without removing woody vegetation or manipulating hydrology.
References:
Federal Register. July 13, 1994. Changes in hydric soils of the United States.
Custom Soil Resource Report
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Federal Register. February, 28, 2012. Hydric soils of the United States.
Soil Survey Division Staff. 1993. Soil survey manual. Soil Conservation Service. U.S.
Department of Agriculture Handbook 18.
Soil Survey Staff. 1999. Soil taxonomy: A basic system of soil classification for
making and interpreting soil surveys. 2nd edition. Natural Resources
Conservation Service. U.S. Department of Agriculture Handbook 436.
Soil Survey Staff. 2010. Keys to soil taxonomy. 11th edition. U.S. Department of
Agriculture, Natural Resources Conservation Service.
Vasilas, L.M., G.W. Hurt, and C.V. Noble, editors. Version 7.0, 2010. Field indicators
of hydric soils in the United States.
Report—Hydric Rating by Map Unit (WI) (Birr - Oconto Falls)
Hydric Rating by Map Unit (WI)–Oconto County, Wisconsin
Map Unit
Symbol
Map Unit Name Hydric Percent
of Map Unit
Hydric Category Landform Hydric Minor
Components
3120A Solona fine sandy loam, 0 to 3
percent slopes
4 WI
Predominantly
Nonhydric
Moraines
7413B Kiva sandy loam, 2 to 6 percent
slopes
0 WI Nonhydric —
Custom Soil Resource Report
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Appendix E
USACE Antecedent Precipitation vs
Normal Range Tool
Oct
2025
Nov
2025
Dec
2025
Jan
2026
Feb
2026
Mar
2026
Apr
2026
May
2026
Jun
2026
Jul
2026
Aug
2026
Sep
2026
0
1
2
3
4
5
6
Rainfall (Inches)
2026-05-10
2026-04-10
2026-03-11
Antecedent Precipitation vs Normal Range based on NOAA's Daily Global Historical Climatology Network
Daily T otal
30-Day Rolling T otal
30-Year Normal Range
30 Days Ending 30th %ile (in) 70th %ile (in) Observed (in) Wetness Condition Condition Value Month Weight Product
2026-05-10 2.526772 3.956299 3.562992 Normal 2 3 6
2026-04-10 1.60748 2.387402 5.240158 Wet 3 2 6
2026-03-11 0.952362 1.685827 2.177165 Wet 3 1 3
Result Wetter than Normal - 15
Coordinates 44.87555, -88.15509
Observation Date 2026-05-10
Elevation (ft) 732.933
Drought Index (PDSI) Severe wetness (2026-04)
WebWIMP H2O Balance Dry Season
Weather Station Name Coordinates Elevation (ft) Distance (mi) Elevation
Weighted
Days Normal Days Antecedent
SURING 44.9958, -88.3786 791.995 13.731 59.062 6.99 10042 88
BREED 6 SSE 44.9878, -88.3769 859.908 0.559 67.913 0.29 1308 0
CECIL 5.6 ENE 44.8492, -88.3472 796.916 10.245 4.921 4.661 3 0
GILLETT 8.4 W 44.8859, -88.478 859.908 9.016 67.913 4.67 0 1
OCONTO FALLS 1.0 SE 44.8629, -88.1312 725.066 15.191 66.929 7.853 0 1
Thi
s letter provides Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (WDNR) confirmation for the wetland delineations you
conduct during the 2026 growing season. You and your clients will not need to wait for the WDNR to review your wetland
delineations before moving forward with project planning. This will help expedite the review process for WDNR’s wetland
regulatory program. Your name and contact information will continue to be listed on our website at:
http://dnr.wi.gov/topic/wetlands/assurance.html.
In t
he instance where a municipality may require a letter of confirmation for your work prior to moving forward in the local
regulatory process, this letter shall serve as that confirmation. Although your wetland delineations do not require WDNR
field review, inclusion of a Wetland Delineation Report is required for projects needing State authorized wetland, waterway
and/or storm water permit approvals.
To c
omply with Chapter 23.321, State Statutes, please supply the department with a polygon shapefile of the wetland
boundaries delineated within the project area. Please do not include data such as parcel boundaries, project limits, wetland
graphic representation symbols, etc. If internal upland polygons are found within a wetland polygon, then please label as
UPLAND. The shapefile should utilize a State Plane Projection and be overlain onto recent aerial photography. If a different
projection system is used, please indicate in which system the data are projected. In the correspondence sent with the
shapefile, please supply a brief description of each wetland’s plant community (eg: wet meadow, floodplain forest, etc.).
Please send these data to Calvin Lawrence (608-266-0756 or email at calvin.lawrence@wisconsin.gov).
If
you or any client has a question regarding your status in the Wetland Delineation Professional Assurance Program, contact
me by email at kara.brooks@wisconsin.gov or phone at 414-308-6780. Thank you for all your hard work and best wishes for
the upcoming field season.
Si
ncerely,
Ka
ra Brooks
Wetland Identification Coordinator
Bureau of Watershed Management
State of Wisconsin
DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES
1027 W. Saint Paul Avenue
Milwaukee WI 53233
April 1, 2026
Candra Carter, CST
Branch River Testing Services, LLC.
693 Lamers Clancy Road
Greenleaf, WI 54129
Subject: 2026 Assured Wetland Delineator Confirmation
Dear Candra Carter:
City of Oconto Falls 500 N. Chestnut/P.O. Box 70, Oconto Falls, WI 54154
PETITION TO VACATE STREET, ALLEY OR PUBLIC EASEMENT
_________________________________________________________________________________________
DATE_________________
Name of person filing application: ______________________________________________________________
Address: __________________________________________________________________________________
Phone: ________________________________ Email:______________________________________________
Legal
Description of Street, Alley, or Public Easement to be vacated: __________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________________
Tax parcel number(s): __________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________________
Will the vacate result in any parcel of land being denied direct access? __________ if so, please describe:
__________________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________________________
Reason for request: _________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________________
***The total price is variable, and will be the actual cost incurred to the City for administrative, attorney, advertising
and recording fees. This will be billed to you after vacates are sent to the deeds office. ***
***All resolutions include a statement that the vacate is subject to all utility and/or sewer easements, future
construction and maintenance rights and access, including access rights incidental to those easements. (Wisconsin
Statute 66.1005(2)(a) and Wisconsin Statute 66.1003(3))***
Signature: ____________________________________________
Applications shall be forwarded to the Plan Commission. The Plan Commission will review and shall report its
finding and make recommendations to the City Council. City Council after receiving such recommendation from the
Plan Commission, shall approve or deny the vacation request.
08.13.2026
MACH IV ENGINEERING & SURVEYING LLC/JOEL EHRFURTH
2260 SALSCHEIDER CT GREEN BAY, WI 54313
(920) 569-5765
JEHRFURTH@MACH-IV.COM
SEE ATTACHED EXHIBIT
2660708316419
NO
REMOVE OLD ALLEY TO ALLOW SITE TO BE DEVELOPED FOR SINGLE FAMILY
HOUSING
***All resolutions include a statement that the vacate is subject to all utility and/or sewer easements, future
construction and maintenance rights and access, including access rights incidental to those easements.
(Wisconsin Statute 66.1005(2)(a)) and Wisconsin Statute 66.1003***
Consent of Abutting and Affected Property Owners
By executing this document, we, the owners of all the property abutting on that portion of ________________
________________________ Street / Avenue/ Alley to be vacated as described on the application, consent to
the vacation of such ground.
Name of abutting owner: ____________________________________________________________________
Address: __________________________________________________________________________________
Description of abutting lot: ___________________________________________________________________
Township ________ Range _______ Section _______ Tax lot(s) ________________________________________________________
Signature: ________________________________________________
Name of abutting owner: ____________________________________________________________________
Address: __________________________________________________________________________________
Description of abutting lot: ___________________________________________________________________
Township ________ Range _______ Section _______ Tax lot(s) ________________________________________________________
Signature: ________________________________________________
Name of abutting owner: ____________________________________________________________________
Address: __________________________________________________________________________________
Description of abutting lot: ___________________________________________________________________
Township ________ Range _______ Section _______ Tax lot(s) ________________________________________________________
Signature: _______________________________________________
Name of abutting owner: ____________________________________________________________________
Address: __________________________________________________________________________________
Description of abutting lot: ___________________________________________________________________
Township ________ Range _______ Section _______ Tax lot(s) ________________________________________________________
Signature: ________________________________________________
ALLEY
BOWLINE HOLDINGS LLC
1241 RUSSETT CT GREEN BAY, WI 54313
SEE ATTACHED EXHIBIT
BOWLINE HOLDINGS LLC
1241 RUSSETT CT GREEN BAY, WI 54313
SEE ATTACHED EXHIBIT
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10'
CBU LOCATION
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N32°33'53"W 210.00'N57°15'38"E5.00'N32°33'53"W18.00'S57°15'42"W5.00'
N32°33'53"W 251.67'
N57°15'44"E 254.93'S32°32'58"E 479.67'9,135 SF.0.21 AC.LOT 18,029 SF.0.18 AC.LOT 28,029 SF.0.18 AC.LOT 37,983 SF.0.18 AC.LOT 47,983 SF.0.18 AC.LOT 58,027 SF.0.18 AC.LOT 611,849 SF.0.27 AC.LOT 711,849 SF.0.27 AC.LOT 88,027 SF.0.18 AC.LOT 98,028 SF.0.18 AC.LOT 108,028 SF.0.18 AC.LOT 118,029 SF.0.18 AC.LOT 128,029 SF.0.18 AC.LOT 139,134 SF.0.21 AC.LOT 14
54.00'63.00'63.00'71.67'127.47'
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S32°33'26"E 479.67'
71.67'63.00'63.00'63.00'63.00'63.00'93.00'
N57°15'40"E 254.91'
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N00°57'52"E777.56'N89°02'08"W 2636.46'1839.98'796.48'
ALLEYVACATED BYDOC.#XXXXXXX
S. ADAMS STREETE. CENTRAL AVENUE
S. WASHINGTON STREET
UNION AVENUE/S.T.H. "22"(66' R/W)
(66' R/W)
(66' R/W)
(66' R/W)
33'
33'
33'
33'33'
33'
33'
33'
10' UTILITYEASEMENT
20' SEWER &WATEREASEMENT
12' UTILITYEASEMENT
WEST 1/4 CORNER,SECTION 25, T28N-R19E(FD. MAG W / WASHER)CENTER OFSECTION 25, T28N-R19E(FD. 4 INCH IP.)
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VOLK'S 2ND ADDITION
VOLK'S PLAT OF OCONTO FALLS
50' HIGHWAY SETBACK
30' BUILDING SETBACK
30' BUILDING SETBACK
30' BUILDING SETBACK
NE - NWSE - NW
12'
20'10' 20' SEWEREASEMENTLEGEND2.38" x 18" IRON PIPEWEIGHING 3.65 # / L.F. SETMONUMENT FOUND,TYPE NOTED- ALL LINEAR MEASUREMENTS HAVEBEEN MADE TO THE NEARESTHUNDREDTH OF A FOOT.- ALL OTHER LOT AND OUTLOT CORNERSMARKED WITH A 1.32" (O.D.) X 18" IRON PIPE,W/ CAP WEIGHING 1.13 LBS\LIN. FOOT.
BEARINGS ARE REFERENCEDTO THE WISCONSIN COUNTYCOORDINATE SYSTEM.(OCONTO COUNTY)
2260 Salscheider Court Green Bay, WI 54313PH:920-569-5765; Fax: 920-569-5767www.mach-iv.com
DATE:DRAFTED BY:CHECKED BY:PROJECT NO.:DRAWINGNUMBERSHEET NUMBERNO.REVISION DESCRIPTION
OF
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BOWLINE HOLDING LLCALLEY VACATION EXHIBIT
AUGUST 14, 2026JSHBRW2486-01-26EXHIBIT11 OLD SCHOOL SQUARE
ALL OF BLOCK 1 OF VOLK'S 2ND ADDITION TO VOLK'S PLAT OF OCONTO FALLS, RECORDED IN VOLUME 80, PLATS,PAGE 444, OCONTO COUNTY RECORDS, AND THE VACATED ALLEY OF BLOCK 1, LOCATED IN PART OF THESOUTHEAST 1/4 OF THE NORTHWEST 1/4 AND THE NORTHEAST 1/4 OF THE NORTHWEST 1/4, SECTION 25,TOWNSHIP 28 NORTH, RANGE 19 EAST, CITY OF OCONTO FALLS, OCONTO COUNTY, WISCONSIN.OLD SCHOOL SQUARE
LOCATION MAPTHE SW-NW OF SECTION 8, T25N-R19ESWSENE
(NOT TO SCALE)
SECTION 25NWSITE0GRAPHIC SCALE255050100150
Source: City of Oconto Falls website. First collected Oct 20, 2026.