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Notice of Public Meeting
Wednesday, February 11, 2026
9:00 a .m.
HIGHWAY
&
FACILITIES
COMMITTEE
Door County Government Center
Chambers Room (C102), 1st Floor
421 Nebraska St, Sturgeon Bay, WI
Oversight for: Door County Highway & Cherryland Airport, Facilities & Parks, Historical Museum
A
Call Meeting to Order
Establish a Quorum ~ Roll Call
Adopt Agenda / Properly Noticed
Approve Minutes of the January 14, 2026 Committee Meeting
Correspondence
Public Comment
New Business (Review / Action)
▪ Museum
1. January Museum Report
▪ Airport
1. Right of First Refusal Hangar #22 – Jeffrey Noelder
2. Approval of Sale of Hangar #22, and Hangar Site Lease to John Gaich
3. Project Updates
▪ Highway & Solid Waste Division
1. Highway Commissioner Retirement / Recruitment
2. Modifications to the Intersection of County DK and State HWY 57 - Feedback
3. Verbal Update on Culvers Roundabout
4. Discussion on Transfer of Old Krueger and County Line Roads to County
5. Discussion Schauer Road Project
▪ Facilities
1. Building(s) Security
Sustainability Matters to be Considered
Legislative Matters to be Considered
Matters to be Placed on a Future Agenda or Referred to a Committee, Official, or Employee
Next Meeting Date(s)
• March 11, 2026 – 9:00 a.m.
Adjourn
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MINUTES
Wednesday, January 14, 2026
HIGHWAY
&
FACILITIES
COMMITTEE
Door County Government Center
Chambers Room (C102), 1st Floor
421 Nebraska St, Sturgeon Bay, WI
Oversight for: Door County Highway & Cherryland Airport, Facilities & Parks, Historical Museum
A
Call Meeting to Order
The Wednesday, January 14, 2026 meeting was called to order by Chairman Walter
Kalms at 9:00 a.m. at the Door County Government Center.
Establish a Quorum ~ Roll Call
Members present: Walter Kalms, Jeff Miller, Todd Thayse, Elizabeth Gauger, Ken
Fisher, and David Enigl.
Others present: County Board Chairman David Englebert, Administrator Ken Pabich, Highway Patrol Superintendent
Randy Dvorak, Museum Manager Joe Taylor, Finance Director Steve Wipperfurth, CC Sean Donohue, Facilities &
Parks Director Wayne Spritka, Parks Manager Marc Moore, and County Clerk Jill Lau.
Virtual attendance: Staff, and Public.
Election of Vice Chairman
Motion by Supervisor Enigl, seconded by Supervisor Gauger to nominate Supervisor Ken Fisher. Hearing no
further nominations, motion to elect Supervisor Ken Fisher as Vice Chairman carried by voice vote.
Adopt Agenda / Properly Noticed
Motion by Miller, seconded by Thayse to approve the agenda. Motion carried by voice vote.
Approve Minutes of the December 3, 2025 Committee Meeting
Motion by Fisher, seconded by Thayse to approve the minutes of the December 3, 2025 Committee Meeting.
Motion carried by voice vote.
Correspondence
• Public Meeting Notice Chaudiors Dock County Park Dredging Project
Public Comment
None.
New Business (Review / Action)
Highway & Solid Waste Division
Discussion/Declaration Unit #9912 Surplus and to Sell to Private Party
This is a 1999 Sterling truck that was part of the department’s summer/winter fleet. Approximately ten years ago
it was converted to a brine application vehicle and water truck. It hasn’t been used for the last two years as it has
several issues. All usable parts have been robbed from it. There is a local person who is willing to purchase the
vehicle for $2,500 as is. To put on Wisconsin Surplus, the department would need to fix several issues, and
install batteries. The Highway Department wishes to have the truck declared surplus and allow the sale to the
local person as is.
Motion by Thayse, seconded by Fisher to approve the sale of Unit #9912 as presented. Motion carried by voice
vote. Motion carried by voice vote.
Request Town of Forestville transfer of Old Krueger and County Line Road to County Roads
The Town of Forestville request was reviewed. Supervisor Thayse asked for the pros and cons of a transfer.
Dvorak noted this would be an easier route for farm vehicles, and would be a good detour route should bridge
work occur. Is there logic for the County to take the road? Has the County accepted a transfer before? Further
research and discussion is needed before a decision can be made.
“These minutes have
not been reviewed by
the oversight
committee and are
subject to approval at
the next regular
committee meeting.”
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Motion by Kalms, seconded by Fisher to proceed and look favorably on the transfer of Old Krueger Road and
County Line Road with a final decision to be made once additional information is provided by the Town of
Forestville. Committee Members expressed the need for additional information before making a motion or
decision. Supervisor Fisher withdrew his second and Chairman Kalms withdrew his motion. By consensus the
Committee requested additional information and it is noted further discussion and action will be held at next
month’s committee meeting.
Culvers Round A Bout Update
Meetings were held; final design has not changed. Highway Commissioner Ash provided email correspondence
and a design map in the meeting packet which was reviewed.
Museum
December Museum Report
The December Report was included in the meeting packet and was reviewed. Museum Manager Joe Taylor
noted he is working on grants to hopefully bring in two summer interns to help support collection digitization and
online access.
Door County Museum and Archives Online Publication Policy
Joe Taylor explained this policy establishes guidelines for archival and museum collection materials that are
made publicly accessible online. Its purpose is to protect individual privacy, comply with legal and ethical
obligations, and safeguard culturally sensitive resources. The policy has been reviewed by Corporation Counsel
Donohue.
Motion by Thayse, seconded by Enigl to approve the Door County Museum and Archives Online Publication
Policy as presented. Motion carried by voice vote.
Facilities
Building(s) Security
Administrator Pabich reported a Security Team meeting was held. The team reviewed the recently completed
Building Security Assessments. The team discussed and are working on building security enhancements,
updating policies, and planning training. It was noted there is a plan for each building to have a security officer.
Another meeting is scheduled for February with an update to this committee at the February committee meeting.
Supervisor Enigl questioned if offices have panic buttons that have the ability to lock their doors. The number of
public entrances was questioned. Further review of all identified vulnerabilities will be discussed at an upcoming
Security Team meeting.
Chapter 980 Housing
Facilities & Parks Director Wayne Spritka reviewed the memo included in the meeting packet. A home has been
identified that would fit on one of the current pads at the Justice Center. The home would require modifications to
be ADA compliant. The project would require an RFP. Anticipating the costs of the home with modifications to be
$160,000. If the manufactured home is unable to be modified the County may have to explore a stick built home
or find rental alternatives within the community. The County has requested ADA specifics from the State for the
individual that will be housed. The County is forward thinking and staff are attempting to be pro-active when
planning for the upcoming tenant as well as for future tenants of this home. This home has not been budgeted;
funding will need to be determined and it is noted there are several funding options available outside of using tax
levy.
Parks
County Park & Open Space Plan 2026-2030
Parks Manager Marc Moore explained the draft plan is before the committee for review. The plan is to guide the
long-term stewardship of the Parks. The plan is critical when applying for State and Federal grants. The plan is
updated every 5 years. Spritka noted Jeff Kussow, Land Use Services Planner, has been an integral part of
updating this plan. A Public Meeting is scheduled for February 18th with final version and adoption following. The
Parks Department received several public recommendations via survey. This is a significant rewrite of the plan.
Additional time will be spent to review and proofread. If committee members find errors it is asked, they pass that
information on to Parks Manager Moore. Supervisor Bob Bultman provided several suggestions and offered to
work with staff to make additions to the draft plan. Staff will continue to move forward with the Public Meeting,
and incorporating recommendations.
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The committee recessed at 10:18 a.m. and reconvened at 10:27 a.m.
Frank Murphy Park - Frontier Communications Utility Lease Agreement - 3-Year Renewal
Spritka explained Frontier Communications has an easement on County property. Staff renegotiated the
agreement which is before the Committee today.
Motion by Thayse, seconded by Fisher to approve the 3-year Utility Lease with Frontier Communications. Motion
carried by voice vote.
Resolution 2026- __County Snowmobile Trail Aid, 2026-27 Snow Season
This is an annual resolution. The resolution authorizes staff to negotiate; execute documents, and take all
actions necessary to receive the aid and undertake and complete funded projects.
Motion by Fisher, seconded by Gauger to approve the resolution as presented. Motion carried by voice vote.
John Miles Park Fair Stand Lease Maplewood Forestville Lions Club - Draft
John Miles Park Fair Stand Lease AMVETS Weber - Tess Post 51 - Draft
John Miles Park Fair Stand Lease Farm Bureau - Draft
Motion by Thayse, seconded by Fisher to approve the Fair Stand Leases as presented. Motion carried by voice
vote.
Safe Harbor Study Update
Spritka reviewed a proposal from AECOM to provide a Lake Michigan Shoreline Boat Launch/Harbor of Refuge
Feasibility Study. Spritka is working with all parties who need to be involved. The DNR is currently reviewing and
discussing. Additional information will be provided at a future meeting.
Forestville Dam Emergency Action Plan 5 - Year Review & Update
The updated plan was included in the meeting packet and was reviewed. The operation of the dam has not
changed. The updates are to operator contacts and property owner names.
Motion by Gauger, seconded by Enigl to approve the 5-year Forestville Dam Emergency Action Plan as
presented. Motion carried by voice vote.
Sustainability Matters to be Considered
No matters were presented.
Legislative Matters to be Considered
No matters were presented.
Matters to be Placed on a Future Agenda or Referred to a Committee, Official, or Employee
• Feedback to the Modifications to the Hwy 57 and County DK Intersection by Renards Cheese
Next Meeting Date(s)
February 11, 2026 – 9:00 a.m.
Adjourn
Motion by Thayse, seconded by Fisher to adjourn. Time: 10:48 a.m. Motion carried.
Respectfully submitted by Jill M. Lau, County Clerk
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Upcoming Events
Every Friday - Coffee with the Curators Talks
2/26/26 - LIR Talk - Exhibit Creation
2/28/26 - February Fossil Fest
3/5/26 - LIR Talk - Historic Cooking
3/12/26 - LIR Talk Early Firefighting in DC
Programs, Education, and Events
1/21/26 - DCR Historic Cooking w/United Way
1/29/25 - DCR Cold War Talk
Artifact Donations
1/13/26 - PBI Photos and automotive
advertising from Door County
1/24/26 - Large collection of photos and
documents Hendricks Orchards 1930s-
70s. child polio leg braces
1/31/26 - Large collection of photos and
documents on teacher,sheriff and State
Senator, Alex Meunier.
Summary
The Door County Reads programs were successful and enjoyable. We continued work on the
Founding Industries exhibit, the Chief Roy Oshkosh and Mary Jane Van Duyse exhibit, and
began designing a new exhibit on early fraternal organizations in Door County. Archival work
also continued with the setup of new digitization equipment and work spaces.
January 2026 Report
Submitted by Joe Taylor, Museum and Archives Manager
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Child's Polio Leg Braces
Artist Study for Timber Industry Mural
Stone Industry Intro Panel
Henricks Orchard Workers Photo
Duck and Cover Talk
Alex Meunier Artifacts
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County of Door
Highway & Airport
Highway Commissioner Page 1 of 3
**Appointed Position: WI Stat. 83.01
Title:
Highway Commissioner
Division:
Reports To:
County Administrator
Pay Grade:
P
Prepared By:
Reviewed By:
Christina Baudhuin
Employee Group:
General Municipal Employee (GME)
FLSA Status:
Exempt
Date Created:
12/31/2015
Date Revised:
01/15/2026
Date Approved:
EEO Code:
01 – Officials and Administrators
Job Summary
The Highway Commissioner provides executive leadership and operational direction for the County’s
highway functions. This role is responsible for ensuring the safe, efficient, and compliant delivery of
highway infrastructure services, overseeing the planning, administration, and operations of the County
Highway Department, including maintenance, construction, equipment management, and compliance
with safety and environmental regulations. This position ensures effective delivery of public works
services through strategic planning, budget oversight, personnel management, and interdepartmental
coordination. Serving as Department Head, the Commissioner advises County leadership on public
works strategy.
The role requires on-call availability and active participation in emergency response operations.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
1. Plans, prioritizes, directs, and evaluates the overall operations of the Highway Department to
ensure safe and effective delivery of public infrastructure services including county road
construction, resurfacing, and maintenance activities in coordination with the Highway
Superintendent, staff, contractors, and consultants.
2. Develops and administers the department's annual budget, grant programs, and capital
improvement plans in collaboration with division heads and the Airport Maintenance
Superintendent. Monitors expenditures and ensures fiscal accountability.
3. Oversees the planning and execution of highway construction, resurfacing, rehabilitation, and
maintenance projects; ensures alignment with long-range asset management strategies.
4. Manages equipment and fleet, facilities, and material operations including procurement, inventory
control, and asset replacement planning, making recommendations for purchases, rental, and
repairs to maintain operational readiness and cost efficiency.
5. Establishes and updates departmental goals, policies, procedures, and administrative practices to
ensure compliance with county priorities, applicable laws , statutory requirements, and efficient
operations.
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County of Door
Highway & Airport
Highway Commissioner Page 2 of 3
**Appointed Position: WI Stat. 83.01
6. Supervises staff across multiple divisions, including recruitment and hiring, training and staff
development, scheduling, labor relations, performance management, and safety practices in
accordance with County policies.
7. Oversees risk management and safety compliance efforts related to highway operations, aligning
with federal, state, and county safety regulations.
8. Ensures compliance with safety regulations and environmental standards and laws, including
emissions reporting, air quality, hazardous materials, water protection, and wetland preservation,
especially in the context of highway and bridge projects.
9. Assists the Emergency Management Director in a leadership capacity during County emergency
operations, contributing to public works logistics, resource coordination, and damage assessment
when needed.
10. Coordinates property acquisitions, including rights-of-way, for transportation infrastructure projects in
consultation with legal and administrative staff.
11. Serves as the primary representative of the department to the County Board, committees, and
regulatory agencies, and responds to public inquiries and at public meetings with community
stakeholders to communicate plans, services, and departmental initiatives effectively.
12. the department at public meetings and with community stakeholders to communicate plans,
services, and departmental initiatives effectively.
13. Maintains accurate and transparent verbal and written communications, including reports to the
County Board and Highway Committee.
Key Competencies & Skills
• Leadership & Supervision: Builds accountability, develops staff, and ensures safe, efficient
operations.
• Strategic & Project Planning: Leads long-range infrastructure planning and multi-phase project
delivery aligned with budget and schedule goals.
• Fiscal Oversight: Manages complex budgets, controls costs, and secures grants to support
capital and operational priorities.
• Technical & Regulatory Expertise: Applies engineering standards and legal requirements to
highway, bridge, and environmental operations.
• Communication & Public Engagement: Clearly conveys technical information, facilitates
transparency, and builds trust with officials, agencies, and the public.
• Intergovernmental Coordination: Partners with local, state, and consulting entities to advance
transportation initiatives.
• Compliance & Environmental Stewardship: Ensures workplace safety and adherence to
environmental and regulatory standards.
• Emergency Preparedness: Supports County resiliency through infrastructure-focused
emergency planning and response.
Required Education & Experience
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Public Administration, Business Administration,
Construction Management, or a related field.
• At least five (5) years of progressively responsible supervisory or management experience in
highway operations or a public works environment.
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County of Door
Highway & Airport
Highway Commissioner Page 3 of 3
**Appointed Position: WI Stat. 83.01
• Experience interpreting engineering plans or managing infrastructure construction projects,
contracts, and budgets.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Experience using Microsoft Office and ability to learn operational software systems.
• Equivalent combinations of education, training, and experience may be considered.
Preferred Education & Experience
• Registered Professional Engineer (P.E.) in Wisconsin.
• At least seven (7) years of leadership experience in highway or public works administration.
• Prior experience working with public boards or committees and presenting technical issues in
public forums.
• Familiarity with airport and bridge operations.
Physical & Work Environment Requirements
This role combines office duties, field inspections, and emergency response. Office work involves
regular use of computers, phones, software and task management systems. Field duties require travel
to sites across the County, walking on uneven surfaces, and exposure to weather, noise, heavy
equipment, traffic zones, and hazardous materials. Personal protective equipment (PPE) may be
required. The role may involve lifting up to 50 pounds, climbing, or extended periods of standing or
walking. The Commissioner must be available 24/7 during emergencies and may assist with logistics
and damage assessment in coordination with Emergency Management.
Emergency Response Statement
In an effort to provide for continuity of County government and to cope with the problems of the
emergency, you may be required to work during a proclaimed state of emergency, consistent with
Sec. 323.14, Wis. Stats. and County emergency management plans and programs.
Equal Opportunity Statement
Door County is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome and encourage applications from all
qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual
orientation, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.
Disclaimer
The above is intended to describe the general content of the requirements for the performance of this
job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements.
They may be subject to change at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons.
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SALE/PURCHASE AGREEMENT
SELLER. %A J(Grey /Noe/elne_ BUYER Name. Je hn D, Gaich
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The purchase price for Building No. ) 1ss 2]900 •
seller, Je ((@Cy_ NO& (d e .agrees to sell hangar 22 to Buyer,
Jch D [Ga tc h ,and requests that the Highway & Facilities Committee approve
this sale by waiving the option of First Right of Refusal.
Request approved by the Highway & Facilities Committee on this _day of ,20
Seller agrees to:
1. Pay all Personal Property taxes due to date of sale. (unless agreed differently between buyer & seller)
Note Seller will receive tax bill at end of year.
2. Pay all land lease fees due to date of sale. (unless agreed differently between buyer & seller)
3. Sell hangar free and clear of any outstanding liens or encumbrances.
4. Remove all personal belongings on or before date of sale. (unless agreed differently between buyer &
seller)
Buyer agrees to:
I. Enter into land lease agreement with County of Door.
2. Pay Personal Property taxes due after date of sale. UNLESS AGREED DIFFERENTLY (SEE# I
ABOVE)
3. Pay land lease fees for remainder of year, UNLESS AGREED DIFFERENTLY (SEE #2 ABOVE)
4. Contact Sturgeon Bay Utiliti es (746-2820) if electrical service is required.
5. Contact Wisconsin Public Service (800-450-7260) if natural gas service is required.
6. Comply with State of Wisconsi n Fire and Electrical Inspection requirements.
To facilitate snow removal and other maintenance, automobiles are not to be parked on taxiways.
.20 26. Signed this [Qtl_ day la uavy
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NON-COMMERCIAL
HANGAR SITE AGREEMENT
(PRJVA TEL Y OWNED HANGAR)
This agreement is made and entered into this 1st day of January , 2026by and
between the County of Door, a Body Corporate (hereinafter referred to as "County") and
John D Gaich whose address is 5717 Waterbury Circle, Des Moines, IA and phone
number is (515) 778-6788 (hereinafter referred to as "Tenant").
County agrees to lease to Tenant and Tenant agrees to lease from County the land
(hereinafter referred to as the "Leased Premises") situated at the Door County Cherryland
Airport (hereinafter referred to as "Airport"") 3538 Park Drive, City of Sturgeon Bay, County of
Door, State of Wisconsin (See Exhibit A attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference)
on which has been constructed Building Number _22 (hereinafter referred to as "Hangar") upon
the terms and conditions set forth below:
I. The term of this agreement shall be for a period of ten ( l 0) years commencing on
January I, 2026and terminating on December 31, 2035unless sooner terminated in
accordance with the terms of this agreement. This agreement may be renewed for
one (!) additional ten (10) year period upon the mutual written consent of the parties
hereto.
2. Tenant shall pay County rent as follows: $305.00 per year ($.227 cents per square
foot per year) for the area composing the Hangar. Payment shall be made, in advance
and without setoff of any kind, on or before the first day of each January commencing
on January I, 2026 .. Payment, in the form of a check or money order payable to the
"County of Door" , must be mailed or delivered to the Door County Treasurer's
Office, 421 Nebraska Street, Sturgeon Bay, WI. 54235, on or before the due date. In
the event payment is not made on or before the due date a late charge of $25.00 shall
be paid by Tenant to County. In the event Tenant is delinquent for a period of thirty
(30) days or more i.n paying to County any fee due and owing to County pursuant to
this agreement, Tenant shall pay to County interest thereon at the rate of eighteen
percent(l 8%) per annum from the date payment was due until the date full payment is
made. Tenant shall pay County a returned check fee of $50.00 for each of Tenant's
returned checks. Tenant shall pay, in addition to rent, all taxes and assessments
levied or assessed upon the Leased Premises, the Hangar, and/or Tenant's personal
property.
3. County may increase the amount of rent paid by Tenant up to five percent (5%) per
annum. This agreement is subject to a rate adjustment on an annual basis by the
Highway and Facilities Committee. County must provide written notice to Tenant of
its intent to increase the amount of rent paid thirty (30) days prior to the end of each
calendar year.
4. County grants to Tenant the privilege, subject to the terms of this agreement, of
operatmg a Hangar on the Leased Premises.
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5. Tenant accepts the Leased Premises in "as is" Condition. Tenant assumes the risk of,
and may not recover from County for, injury or damage arising from Tenant's use or
occupancy of the Airport, Leased Premises and/or the Hangar. This includes, but is
not limited to, any loss, injury or damage occasioned by fire, theft, the weather or
other Act of God.
6. Tenant's use of the Leased Premises shall be solely for the storage and routine
maintenance of aircraft(s), owned, leased or operated by Tenant and Tenant's aircraft
related equipment or supplies. County may, at County's option, terminate this
agreement if Tenant fails to use the Hangar for the purpose(s) stated herein pr uses
the Hangar for any other purpose(s). No items may be stored outside of the Hangar.
No paint removal or painting activity is to be conducted on the Leased Premises or in
the Hangar without prior written consent of the Airport Manager. No advertisement
or signs may be placed on or near the Leased Premises or on the Hangar without the
prior written consent of the Airport Manager. No engine shall be operated in the
Hangar. No commercial activity may be conducted from or on the Leased Premises
or in the Hangar. Tenant shall secure and lock the Hangar when the Leased Premises
is not attended. Tenant shall notify landlord in writing within fifteen ( 15) days if
tenant ceases to use the hangar/leased premises for the purposes stated herein or uses
the hangar/leased premises for any other purpose.
7. No hazardous substance (except the lubricants and fuel contained in the tanks and
engine of the aircraft(s), and lubricants required to maintain tbe aircraft(s) may be
present on the Leased Premises or in the Hangar. Tenant shall be solely responsible
for and shall take the actions necessary to eliminate the harmful effects from the
Tenant's or Tenant's officers, agents, employees, contractors, subcontractors or
licensees discharge, spilling, leaking, pumping, pouring, emitting, emptying or
dumping of any hazardous substance at the Leased Premises, the Hangar or the
Airport.
8. Tenant's use and occupancy of the Leased Premises and the Hangar shall be subject
to, and Tenant agrees to comply with, all lawful rules and regulations promulgated by
the County governing the conduct and operation of the Airport which are now in
existence or may be promulgated from time to time, and with all applicable federal,
state and local laws, codes, regulations, ordinances, rules, and orders, including but
not limited to fire and electrical codes.
9. The Hangar may not be altered or modified, and no improvements may be made to
the Leased Premises, without the prior written consent of the County.
10. Tenant shall maintain the Hangar and the Leased Premises in good and
serviceable condition and repair, reasonable wear and tear, Act of God and other
unavoidable casualties excepted
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11. County shall:
a. Cut the grass, if any, on the Leased Premises; and
b. Remove snow from the taxi-way in front of the Hangar (to within two (2) feet
of the Hangar) after all runways, aprons and primary taxi-ways have been
cleared at the Airport.
12. lf the Hangar is damaged or destroyed Tenant may, with all reasonable dispatch
but in no event more than one hundred twenty ( 120) days after such damage or
destruction, repair or replace the damaged or destroyed Hangar subject to the prior
written approval by the County of such repair or design of the replacement hangar. If
the Tenant does not repair or replace the damaged or destroyed Hangar Tenant shall,
with all reasonable dispatch but in no event more than one hundred twenty ( 120) days
after such damage or destruction, demolish the damaged or destroyed Hangar, clear
the debris and restore the Leased Premises to its original condition.
13. Tenant may only sell the Hangar to a Buyer willing, ready and able to execute and
comply with a Non-Commercial Hangar Site Agreement consistent with the terms
and conditions herein.
14. Tenant hereby grants County the right to have first opportunity to purchase the
Hangar if and when such becomes availabl e and/or the right to meet any other offer.
1 5. Tenant shall maintain, at Tenant's expense, the following:
a. A policy or policies of comprehensive general liabil ity insurance of not less than a
single limit of one mil lion dollars ($ I ,000,000.00) in respect to personal injury
and/or death to one or more persons and for property damage issued by and
binding upon an insurance company acceptable to County. Said insurance shall
cover all risks incident to Tenant's use of the hangar and/or the Leased Premises;
and
b. A policy or policies of aircraft liability and property damage insurance with limits
of liability of one hundred thousand dollars ($100,000.00 ) per occurrence issued
by and binding upon an insurance company acceptable to County.
The insurance policy or policies shall name the County as an additional insured and
must contain a clause or endorsement to the effect that such may not be terminated or
amended during the term of this Lease except after five (5) days written notice thereof
to County. Tenant, upon request, shall furnish County with certificates and copies of
all insurance policies to be maintained by Tenant with evidence of payment of the
premiums thereon.
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Tenant is not to commence to or exercise any of the rights and privileges granted
under this agreement until such time as all insurance directed and required to be
furnished by Tenant is in full force.
Tenant expressly understands and agrees that any insurance protection furnished by
Tenant shall in no way limit Tenant's responsibility to indemnify County under the
provisions of this agreement.
16. Tenant agrees to defend, indemnify and hold the County completely harmless
from and against any and all claims arising by or resulting from the Tenant's use or
occupancy of the Leased Premises, the Hangar, the Airport, or the acts or omissions
of the Tenant, Tenant's officers, agents, employees, contractors, subcontractors or
licensees. This section shall survive expiration of this agreement.
17. Tenant shall not assign this agreement in whole or in part, or sublet the Leased
Premises in whole or in part, without the prior written consent of the County.
18. Tenant shall not cause or permit any lien or encumbrance to attach to or be placed
upon the County's title or interest in the Leased Premises.
19. County may enter the Leased Premises with twenty four hour notice to Tenant if
practicable, for the purpose of inspecting the Leased Premises to ascertain Tenant's
compliance with the terms and conditions of this lease agreement or for any other
reasonable purpose. County may enter the leased premise without notice if required
by law or to respond to a fire, hazardous material spill , or to preserve life or prevent
serious injury. The Door County Cherryland Airport Manager shall maintain a master
key for the hangar. The Door County Highway and Facilities Committee may inspect
the Leased Premises on an annual basis .
20. County may tenninate this Lease and the Tenant's tenancy hereunder if the
Tenant fai Is to perform any covenant or obligation set forth in this agreement and
County provides thirty (30) days written notice to Tenant of such failure and of
County's intention to terminate this agreement.
21. Upon termination of this agreement, by lapse of time or otherwise, Tenant shall:
a. Immediately surrender the Leased Premises to the County in good condition and
repair, normal wear and tear, acts of God and other unavoidable casualties
excepted; and
b. Immediatel y abandon and cease use of the Hangar; and
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c. Within one hundred twenty (120) days of termination of this agreement sell the
Hangar in accordance with paragraphs 13 and 14 above or demolish the Hangar,
clear the debris and restore the Leased Premises to its original condition.
d. Any holding over by the Tenant shall be construed to be a tenancy from month to
month only, and the rent shall be $500.00 per month. No holdover by Tenant
shall imply any waiver of any right or remedy of the County.
22. County will not store any items of personal property that the Tenant leaves behind
when the Tenant removes from, or if the Tenant is evicted from, the premises, except
as provided in Wisconsin Statute $704.05(5)(am) pertaining to prescription
medication and prescription medical equipment.
23. The waiver by a party of any breach or failure of the other party to perform any
covenant or obligation contained in this agreement shall not constitute a waiver of
any subsequent breach.
24. Nothing contained in this agreement shall be deemed or construed by the parties
nor by any third party as creating tbe relationship of principal and agent or of
partnership or of a joint venture between the parties.
25. The covenants, agreements and obligatio ns contained in this agreement shall
extend to, bind and inure to the benefit of the parties and their representatives,
successors and permitted assigns.
26. If any covenant, condition, provision , or term of this agreement is held to be
invalid or unenforceable by a court of competent jurisdiction, the remaining
covenants, conditions, provision , or terms of this agreement shall not be affected
thereby, but each covenant, condition , provision , or term of this agreement shall be
valid and in force to the fullest extent permitted by law.
27. Tenant irrevocably submits itself to the original jurisdiction of the Circuit Court,
County of Door, State of Wisconsin , with regard to any controversy arising out of,
relating to, or in any way concerning this agreement.
28. This agreement shall be subject and subordinate to existing or future federal or
state laws, codes, regulations, ordinances, rules and orders relative to the
development, construction, operation, or maintenance of the Door County Cherry land
Airport.
29. This agreement constitutes the entire agreement between the parties with respect
to the subject matter of this agreement. Any amendments, changes or modification of
this agreement shall be effective only when made in writing and executed by the
parties.
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Accepted and agree us (th day of_Jan Udy .2 0 26
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(*If Tenant is a corporation, certified copies ofa resolution of the directors and stockholders
authorizing execution of this agreement shall be provided to the Airport Manager.)
Accepted and agreed this day of _
Walter Kalms, Chairperson
Door County Highway & Facilities Conunittee
Accepted and agreed this day of
Craig W. Ross, Supervisor
Door County Cherry land Airport
Accepted and agreed this day of ------------
Ken Pabich
County Administrator
Approved as to form this day of ---------�
Sean Donohue
Corporation Counsel
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ID Task Name Duration Start Finish Resource Names
1 PHASE 1
2 TRAFFIC CONTROL 1 day Mon 4/6/26 Mon 4/6/26 FORWARD TRAFFIC
3 EROSION CONTROL 1 day Mon 4/6/26 Mon 4/6/26 DOUBLE D
4 MOBILIZATION 2 days Mon 4/6/26 Tue 4/7/26 NEA
5 SAW CUTTING 1 day Mon 4/6/26 Mon 4/6/26 HARD ROCK
6 BUILD ACCESS ROADS 2 days Mon 4/6/26 Tue 4/7/26 NEA
7 MILLING & HAUL AWAY 4 days Tue 4/7/26 Fri 4/10/26 NEA
8 STORM PIPE 6 days Wed 4/8/26 Wed 4/15/26 NEA
9 COMMON EXCAVATION/BORROW 6 days Thu 4/16/26 Thu 4/23/26 NEA
10 FENCE REMOVAL 2 days Mon 4/13/26 Tue 4/14/26 CENTURY FENCE
11 ELECTRICAL REMOVALS 2 days Thu 4/16/26 Fri 4/17/26 ELECTRICAL SYNERGIES
12 ELECTRICAL ADJUSTMENTS 2 days Thu 4/16/26 Fri 4/17/26 ELECTRICAL SYNERGIES
13 TRENCH/BORE/PLOW 3 days Mon 4/20/26 Wed 4/22/26 ELECTRICAL SYNERGIES
14 TEMPORARY CIRCUIT 2 days Thu 4/23/26 Fri 4/24/26 ELECTRICAL SYNERGIES
15 DUCT/WIRE/CABLE INSTALL 5 days Sat 4/25/26 Thu 4/30/26 ELECTRICAL SYNERGIES
16 LIGHTING INSTALL 3 days Fri 5/1/26 Tue 5/5/26 ELECTRICAL SYNERGIES
17 PULVERIZE & RELAY 3 days Mon 4/20/26 Wed 4/22/26 NEA
18 AGGREGATES 7 days Fri 4/24/26 Mon 5/4/26 NEA
19 FINE GRADING 7 days Tue 5/5/26 Wed 5/13/26 NEA
20 PAVING 5 days Thu 5/14/26 Wed 5/20/26 NEA
21 RESTORATION 5 days Fri 5/22/26 Thu 5/28/26 DOUBLE D
22 PAVEMENT MARKINGS 2 days Wed 6/17/26 Thu 6/18/26 CROWLEY
23 PHASE 2 (FUEL FARM)
24 PULVERIZE & RELAY 2 days Thu 5/21/26 Fri 5/22/26 NEA
25 COMMON EXCAVATION/BORROW 3 days Mon 5/25/26 Wed 5/27/26 NEA
26 AGGREGATES 3 days Thu 5/28/26 Mon 6/1/26 NEA
27 FINE GRADING 3 days Tue 6/2/26 Thu 6/4/26 NEA
28 PAVING 5 days Fri 6/5/26 Thu 6/11/26 NEA
29 RESTORATION 3 days Thu 6/11/26 Mon 6/15/26 DOUBLE D
30 PAVEMENT MARKINGS 2 days Mon 7/6/26 Tue 7/7/26 CROWLEY
31 PHASE 3 (INTERSECTION)
32 MILLING & HAUL AWAY 1 day Fri 6/12/26 Fri 6/12/26 NEA
33 COMMON EXCAVATION/BORROW 3 days Mon 6/15/26 Wed 6/17/26 NEA
34 AGGREGATES 3 days Thu 6/18/26 Mon 6/22/26 NEA
35 FINE GRADING 2 days Tue 6/23/26 Wed 6/24/26 NEA
36 PAVING 6 days Thu 6/25/26 Thu 7/2/26 NEA
37 RESTORATION 3 days Thu 7/2/26 Mon 7/6/26 DOUBLE D
38 PAVEMENT MARKINGS 2 days Sat 7/25/26 Mon 7/27/26 CROWLEY
FORWARD TRAFFIC
DOUBLE D
NEA
HARD ROCK
NEA
NEA
NEA
NEA
CENTURY FENCE
ELECTRICAL SYNERGIES
ELECTRICAL SYNERGIES
ELECTRICAL SYNERGIES
ELECTRICAL SYNERGIES
ELECTRICAL SYNERGIES
ELECTRICAL SYNERGIES
NEA
NEA
NEA
NEA
DOUBLE D
CROWLEY
NEA
NEA
NEA
NEA
NEA
DOUBLE D
CROWLEY
NEA
NEA
NEA
NEA
NEA
DOUBLE D
CROWLEY
31 2 4 6 8 10 12 14 16 18 20 22 24 26 28 30 2 4 6 8 10 12 14 16 18 20 22 24 26 28 30 1 3 5 7 9 11 13 15 17 19 21 23 25 27 29 1 3 5 7 9 11 13 15 17 19 21 23 25 27 29 31 2 4 6 8 10 12 14 16 18 20
April 2026 May 2026 June 2026 July 2026 August 2026
CHERRYLAND AIRPORT
CONSTRUCTION SCHEDULE
NORTHEAST ASPHALT
A. NOSKOWIAK
Wed 1/28/26
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County of Door
HIGHWAY DEPARTMENT
1001 South Duluth Avenue
Sturgeon Bay, WI 54235-3812
Thad J. Ash
Highway Commissioner
(920) 746-2500
tash@co.door.wi.us
January 7, 2026
The Town of Forestville is requesting that Door County take ownership of County Line Road,
State Highway 42 east to Old Krueger Road and Old Krueger Road from County Line Road
north to County Road J.
Town of Forestville in 2024, paid the County Highway Department to bring the roads up to
County Road specs. This work included cutting, grubbing and replacing topsoil with the tree
encroachments into the right of way, extended culverts, had some ditching done to improve
drainage, widened the road from 20 feet to 22 feet, paved 4” of compacted asphalt in 2 lifts,
and put two-foot shoulders on these roads.
Their reasons for this upgrade were for the safety of the residents and visitors of the Village
of Forestville. Large farm equipment and semis run through the Village on County Road J.
Their hope is that these large vehicles will continue on County X, cross the highway and then
turn on County O, and bypass the Village where there is a huge amount of people exiting
parked cars, crossing the street, and a lot of times, small children very near the road.
Another issue is that the State requires all detours to be on County Road system rather than
Town roads because of how they are built. This would be used for state bypass when there
are accidents or repairs need to be made to the road system.
The Village of Forestville receives approx. $2,400/mile in road aid. This section would be
about $3,600. The County receives about $3,500/mile and this would amount to about
$4,375 for the County.
Before the process begins with each Town having to have Town meetings and ordinances
passed, we will need to decide if we are indeed interested in these sections of road. Door
County Highway currently does the snow plowing on this section of road. We also do the
maintenance on them when required. Seeing these roads are only 1 ½ years old
maintenance is not an issue presently.
Old Krueger Road is 1 01 mile long, 22 feet wide, 4 “thick, 2-foot shoulders. Average daily
traffic currently is 75 cars per day. County Line Road is .5 mile long, 22 feet wide, 4” thick,
foot shoulders. Average daily traffic is currently 75 cars per day.
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Because, per the state, each section of shared road is 505 ownerships by each municipality,
County Line Road would be shared with Kewaunee County with each having 0.25 mile. You
will on the attached maps. Again, this would involve Town and County meetings and
ordinances, with MOUs for the maintenance for each. Then this request would go to the
state for final approval.
I think this would be a good pick up for Door County, connecting two County Roads, creating
a safe passage for the large farm equipment/trucks, and for detours. AS stated earlier, we
already do the maintenance on these roads. It will not anymore time to operations then
currently being done. This will also make the Village safe for people exiting their vehicles
and crossing the road.
Thad J Ash
Highway Commissioner
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Source: Door County website. First collected Oct 21, 2026.