Oconto County, WI
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Oconto CountyWI averageUS Census ACS
Median home value
$212,000 👤 Members & officials (318)
Members seen in recent official meeting records — names and roles as published.
Who’s on the Administration
- Al Sleeter
- Char Meier
- Dennis Kroll
- John Matravers
- Theresa Willems
- Carol Heise
- Gary Frank
- Don Bartels
- Theresa Williams
Who’s on the Aging Advisory Council
- Bart Schindel
- Katie Daul
- Brenda Carey-Mielke
- Penny Helmle
- Ann Ammermann
- Ann Ammerman
- Brandon Daul
- Jaelyn Scanlan
- Richard Heath
- Scott Shackelford
- Tom Bitters
- Wendy Dey
- Will Kline
Who’s on the Board of Adjustments
- Al Sleeter
- Elmer Ragen
- Carol Heise
- Dave Behrend
- Dave Christianson
- Char Meier
- Gary Frank
- AI Sleeter
- Jolene Barkhaus
- David Behrend
- Eimer Ragen
- Tom Bitters
Who’s on the Broadband Taskforce for BEAD Planning Grant
- Brandon Dhuey
- David Behrend
- Peter Wills
- Michael Beyer
- Dennis Kroll
- Jayme Sellen
- David Lally
- David Van Zeeland
Who’s on the County Board
- Andy School
- Beyer
- Bruce Hansen
- Cole
- Holman
- Kobylarczyk
- Matravers
- Ondik
- Porior
- Renee Dietrich
- Ron Christensen
- Scanlan
- Schreiber
- Willems
Who’s on the County Board of Canvassers
- Kim Pytleski
- Tracy A. Winkler
Who’s on the Crime Prevention Fund Board
- Alan Sleeter
- Dale Mohr
- Conley
Who’s on the Criminal Justice Coordination Council
- Marissa Poverski
- Shauna Grossman
- Al Sleeter
- Dylan Larsen
- Jay Conley
- Michael
- Kassie Dufek
Who’s on the Executive Committee
- Al Sleeter
- David Christianson
- Tim Cole
- Tom Bitters
- Doug McMahon
- Dennis Kroll
- Don Bartels
- Guy Gooding
- Dennis
Who’s on the Hazard Mitigation Steering Committe
Who’s on the Health & Human Services
- Kathy Gohr
- Karl Ballestad
- Barton Schindel
- Stephanie Holman
- Tom Bitters
- Jolene Barkhaus
- Tracy Winkler
- Carolyn Barke
- David Van Zeeland
- Julie Graef
- Scott Shackelford
- Alicia Stascak
- Judith Buhrandt
- Carole Heise
- Amy Longsine
- Emily Miller
- Lisa Deviley
- Nancy Pritzl
- Nancy Getzloff
- Wendy Dey
- Beth Ellingson
- Dana Sotka
- Pat Virtues
- Teresa Esela
- Todd Skarban
- Chad Angus
- Cortni Gorges
- Jennifer Thiele
- Elmer Ragen
- Nicole Brierly
- Patrick Brennan
- Amber Krokstrom
- Brandon Daul
- Katie Sell
- Kiana Abel
- Kim Dexter
- Carolyn Kramer
- Megan Mills-Koehler
- Patrick Wood
- Richard Wood
- Ann Ammermann
- Betty Bickel
- Brenda Carey-Mielke
- Brianna Muzyczka
- Cortney Gorges
- David VanZeeland
- Jaelyn Scanlan
- Jon Spice
- Katie Daul
- Lisa Sherman
- Nancy Getzloff-Nelson
- Penny Helmle
- Will Kline
Who’s on the Health & Human Services Loss Control
- Jaelyn Scanlan
- Jon Spice
- Scott Shackelford
- Will Kline
- Betty Bickel
- Richard Heath
- Wendy Dey
- Carolyn Kramer
- Brandon Daul
- Lisa Sherman
- Shannon Haak
Who’s on the Highway
- David Christianson
- Elmer Ragen
- Joel Lavarda
- David Behrend
- Bob Wolf
- Robert Wolf
- Dave Behrend
- Al Sleeter
- Bill Hugo
- Vanessa Hasenberg
- Barb Wolf
- Lisa Sherman
Who’s on the Highway Safety Committee
- Bill Elias
- Brandon Hytinen
- Todd Marohl
- Vanessa Hasenberg
- Rich Heath
- Erik Pritzl
- Bob Mahoney
- Bob Waschbisch
- Brandon Kleczka
- Bryce Schmertman
- Chase Philips
- Chris Pryes
- Chuck Tauscher
- Greg VanEperen
- Gregg Gajewski
- Jason Maye
- Jody Rost
- Josh Radtke
- Logan Calewarts
- Trevor Mauritz
- Adam Simon
- Andy Conrad
- Brent Lemorande
- Casey Zaidel
- Chad DeBauch
- Chad Frank
- Corey Ondik
- Isaiah Schoen
- Jack Helmle
- Jason Shallow
- Jeff Stepien
- Jordan Tonella
- Justin Belongia
- Kyle Schubert
- Lynn Steffeck
- Mark Fisher
- Mark Quandt
- Rod Sellen
- Ron Waschbisch
- Thailer Collier
- Travis Kafer
- Zach School
Who’s on the Land & Water Resources
- Nikki Tolzman — Treasurer
- Pat Scanlan
- Wayne Kaczrowski
- Tim Cole
- Keith Schneider
- Mike Beyer
- Chris Augustine
- Dale Mohr
- Bart Schindel
- Laurie Wusterbarth
- Al Sleeter
- Brandon Hytinen
- Brian Gross
- Dennis Kroll
- Megan Oswald
- Real Property Lister
- Tanya Peterson
Who’s on the Library Planning Committee
- Debra Schroeder
- Judy Patenaude
- Dawn Byars
- Chris Augustine
- Vicki Gooding
- Al Sleeter
- David Parmentier
- Kathleen Marsh
- Tom Bitters
Who’s on the Library Services Board
- Vicki Gooding
- Alan Sleeter
- Judy Patenaude
- Debra Schroeder
- Emily Miller
- Dawn Byars
- Kathleen Marsh
- Emily
- Susan
Who’s on the Local Emergency Planning Committee
- Tim Cole
- Bob Bake
- Heather Blum
- Kathy Goldschmidt
- Brandon Hytinen
- Jaelyn Scanlan
- David Parmentier
- Jay
- Jay Heckel
- John Pennings
Who’s on the MAR-OCO
- Al Schreiber
- Alfred Sauld
- Michael Ebsch
- Robert Holley
- Bart Schindel
- Joel Lavarda
- Robert Hoyer
- Sonny Graese
Who’s on the Opioid Abatement Ad-Hoc Steering Committee
- Tracy Ondik
- Carol Kopp
- Jaelyn Scanlan
- Richard Heath
- Scott Shackelford
- Todd Skarban
- Julie Bulin
- Molly Heimke
- Todd Vander Galien
- Jolene Barkhaus
- Carrie Rupert
- Colleen Koski
- Jane Deprey
- Meagan Keplinger
- Megan Keplinger
- Alicia Stascak
- Nick School
- Paula Bake
- Kelly McFadden
- Mary Ruechel
- Tom Bitters
- Abby Huntley
- Julie Kons
- Molly Hemke
- Jody Anderson
- Julie Bieber
Who’s on the Property & Technology
- Guy Gooding
- John Wittkopf
- Richard Pillsbury
- Brandon Dhuey
- Wesley Kobylarczyk
- Doug McMahon
- Al Sleeter
- Brenda Carey-Mielke
- Rick Scheffen
- Richard Wood
Who’s on the Public Safety
- Al Schreiber
- Dennis Kroll
- Tracy Ondik
- David Parmentier
- Don Bartels Jr
- Don
- Joe Porior
Who’s on the Recreation Committee
- Dennis Kroll
- Don Bartels
- John Matravers
- Brandon Dhuey
- Judy Buhrandt
- Al Sleeter
- Jolene Barkhaus
- Brenda Carey-Mielke
- Tracy Winkler
Who’s on the Town of Riverview - Mountain Ambulance Service Commission
- Toni Stastny
- Dave VanZeeland
- Judy Wanner
Who’s on the Traffic Safety Commission
- Brandon Hytinen
- Carol Andrews
- Jaelyn Scanlan
- Jon
- Brandon
- Carol
- Dan
- Macalister Crowe
- Troy
Who’s on the Veterans Commissioners Meeting
- Andy School
- Bruce Hansen
- Renee Dietrich
- Ron Christensen
Municipal budget
Total revenue$46.9M (FY2023)
Total spending$43.6M (FY2023)
Taxes$24.1M (FY2023)
Debt outstanding$16.2M (FY2023)
Spending per resident$1,108 (FY2023)
Upcoming
Tue Sep 1, 2026
Land & Water Resources
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AGENDA
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 1, 2026 – 8:30 AM
LAND AND WATER RESOURCES COMMITTEE
OF OCONTO COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
301 WASHINGTON STREET, COURTHOUSE BUILDING “A” ROOM #3041
OCONTO WI 54153
www.ocontocountywi.gov
This is an open meeting of a Standing Committee of the Oconto County Board of Supervisors. Notice of this
meeting was given to the public at least twenty-four hours prior to the meeting, by forwarding the complete
agenda to the newspapers and to all news media who have requested the same as well as by posting. Copies
of the complete agenda were available for inspection at the Office of the County Clerk and from the County’s
website calendar: www.ocontocountywi.gov
1. Call to Order
2. Mission Statement: To responsibly serve, support, and protect the people and places throughout our
community.
Vision Statement: An empowered community where safety, sustainability, and well-being are enhanced
by our work.
3. Approval of Agenda
3.1. Change of Sequence
3.2. Removal of Items
4. Approval of Minutes of the Previous Meeting (Enc.)
5. Review Previous Months Vendor Payments (Enc.)
6. Communications
7. Register of Deeds
7.1. 2027 Register of Deeds Budget
8. Extension
8.1. Department Report (No Action to be taken) (Enc.)
9. LIS/Land Records Department
9.1. Department Report (No Action to be taken) (Enc.)
10. Land & Water Conservation Department
10.1. Inland Lakes Protection & Rehabilitation District #1 – County Representative Appointment
10.2. Lak …
Tue Sep 15, 2026
Property & Technology
Tue Oct 13, 2026
Property & Technology
Tue Nov 10, 2026
Property & Technology
Tue Dec 8, 2026
Property & Technology
Tue Dec 15, 2026
Property & Technology
Recent meetings
Thu Aug 27, 2026
Opioid Abatement Ad-Hoc Steering Committee
Opioid committee to review fund balance and possible grant awards
The Oconto County Opioid Abatement Ad Hoc Steering Committee will meet to review the opioid remediation fund balance and consider any grant funding requests. The agenda includes approval of prior minutes and updates from previous grant recipients. The fund has received $558,000 to date, with a remaining balance of $203,128 as of the last report.
- Update on Opioid Remediation Fund Balance
- Discussion and possible action on grant funding requests
- Approval of minutes from June 25, 2026 meeting
- Updates from previous grant recipients, if any
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AGENDA
THURSDAY AUGUSI 27 , 2026 11 :00 AM
OCONTO COUNW OPIOID ABATEMENT AD HOC STEERING COMMITTEE
LEC CONFERENCE ROOM-NORTH/SOUTH 301 WASHINGTON ST. OCONTO, W 54153
This is an open meeting of the Oconto County Opioid Abatement Ad Hoc Steering Committee. Notice of this
meeting was given to the public at least twenty-four hours prior to the meeting by forwarding the complete
agenda to the newspapers and to all news media who have requested the same, as well as by posting. Copies
of the complete agenda were available for inspection at the Office ofthe County Clerk and from the County's
website: www.ocontocounlywi. gov
Call l\4eeting to Order
Statement of County Mission and Vision
Approval of Agenda
3.1. Changes in Sequence
3.2. Removal of ltems
Approval of Minutes from Previous lvleeting(s) (Enc.)
Update on Opioid Remediation Fund Balance (Enc.)
Update(s) from Previous Grant Recipients, if any
Discussion and Possible Action on Grant Funding Requests, if any
Announcements/General
I nformation
Next Meeting Date/Time
Adjournment
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Any person wishing to attend the meeting who requires special accommodation because of a disabllity should
contact the Oconto County Clerk's office at 920-834-6800 at least 24 hours before the meeting begins, so
appropriate accommodations can be made.
Persons who are members of another governmental body but who are not members of this committee may
attend this meeting. Their attendance could result in a quorum of another governmen …
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MINUTES
THURSDAY, AUGUST 27, 2026
OCONTO COUNTY OPIOID ABATEMENT AD HOC STEERING COMMITTEE
LEC CONFERENCE ROOM NORTH/SOUTH, 301 WASHINGTON ST. OCONTO, WI 54153
(Draft minutes until approved by Committee)
COMMITTEE PRESENT: Tracy Ondik, Public Safety Committee Representative; Richard Heath, County Administrator; Abby Huntley, Substance Abuse Counselor; Alicia Stascak, HHS Representative; Todd Skarban, Sheriff; Tom Bitters, Health & Human Services Committee Representative; Kelly McFadden, Community Health Coordinator; Mary Ruechel, Jail Designee; Molly Heimke, DEC Representative; Jane DePrey, HSHS Representative
COMMITTEE ABSENT: Jaelyn Scanlan, Public Health Officer; Megan Keplinger, Education Representative; Scott Shackelford, HHS Director; Carol Kopp, Jail Administrator; Julie Bulin, Health Systems Representative; Carrie Rupert, Health Systems Representative
OTHERS PRESENT: Hillary Trepanier, Oconto Unified School District; Beth Ellingson, Corporation Counsel; Kathy Goldschmidt, Chief Deputy County Clerk;
Call Meeting to Order
The meeting was called to order at 11:00 a.m. by Chair Skarban.
Statement of County Mission and Vision
Skarban read the County Mission and Vision Statements.
Approval of Agenda
3.1 Change in Sequence - None
3.2 Removal of Items – None
Motion by Huntley/Heath to approve the agenda as presented. The motion was voted on and carried.
Approval of Minutes from Previous Meeting(s)
Motion by Stascak/Bitters to approve the June 25, 2026, meeting minutes as …
Wed Aug 26, 2026
Library Services Board
Oconto Falls Library Plan presentation and 2027 Discovery Guide ad on agenda
The Oconto County Library Services Board will meet to hear a presentation on the Oconto Falls Library Plan and discuss a library advertisement for the 2027 Discovery Guide. The board will also receive reports from the County Administrator, county libraries, and the Nicolet Library System, with no action expected on those reports. The agenda includes routine items such as approval of the May 27, 2026 minutes and setting the next meeting date.
- Oconto Falls Library Plan presentation
- Library ad for 2027 Discovery Guide
- County Administrator report on opioid grant and 2027 budget process
- Approval of May 27, 2026 meeting minutes
- Reports from county libraries and Nicolet Library System
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AGENDA
AUGUST 26, 2026 – 2:00 PM
OCONTO COUNTY LIBRARY SERVICES BOARD
COMMITTEE OF OCONTO COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
LAKES COUNTRY PUBLIC LIBRARY 15235 HIGHWAY 32 LAKEWOOD, WI 54138
www.ocontocountywi.gov
This is an open meeting of a committee of the Oconto County Board of Supervisors. Notice of this meeting
was given to the public at least twenty-four hours prior to the meeting, by forwarding the complete agenda
to the newspapers and to all news media who have requested the same as well as by posting. Copies of
the complete agenda were available for inspection at the Office of the County Clerk and from the County’s
website calendar: www.ocontocountywi.gov
MISSION: To responsibly serve, support, and protect the people and places throughout our community.
VISION: An empowered community where safety, sustainability, and well-being are enhanced by our work.
1. Call to Order
2. Welcome and Introductions
3. Statement of County Mission and Vision
4. Approval of Agenda
4.1. Change of Sequence
4.2. Removal of Items
5. Approval of Minutes of the May 27, 2026 Meeting (Enc.)
6. Communications
7. Oconto Falls Library Plan Presentation
8. Reports (No Action to be taken)
8.1. County Administrator Report
8.2. County Library Reports
8.3. Nicolet Library System (NLS) Report
8.4. Board Member Comments
9. Library Ad 2027 Discovery Guide
10. Future Agenda Items
11. Announcements/General Information (No action to be taken)
12. Next Meeting Date/Location
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Tue Aug 25, 2026
Board of Adjustments
Board of Adjustments to hear Ihlenfeld variance request
The Oconto County Board of Adjustments is meeting to handle routine business, including approving the agenda and minutes from the July 29, 2026 business meeting. The main item is a public hearing for Colin & Debbie Ihlenfeld, followed by public comments and setting future hearing dates. The agenda is largely procedural, with no other substantive items listed.
- Public hearing for Colin & Debbie Ihlenfeld
- Approval of minutes from July 29, 2026 business meeting
- Public comments period
- Setting future hearing and business meeting dates
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AGENDA
TUESDAY AUGUST 25, 2026 AT 9AM
BOARD OF ADJUSTMENTSNORTHERN ZONING OFFICE
15152 ISLAND LAKE RD. MOUNTAIN
This is an open meeting of the Oconto County Board of Adjustments Committee. Notice of the meeting was given to the public at least twenty-four hours prior to the meeting, by forwarding the complete agenda to the newspapers and to all new media who have requested the same as well as by posting. Copies of the complete agenda were available for inspection at the Office of the County Clerk and from the county’s website calendar: www.ocontocountywi.gov
Approval of Agenda
Change of Sequence
Removal of Items
Approval of Minutes
Business Meeting of July 29, 2026
Public Hearings of August 25, 20261) Colin & Debbie Ihlenfeld
Public Comments
Hearing Dates
Public Hearings
Business Meeting Date
Adjournment
Any person wishing to attend the meeting who requires special accommodation because of a disability should contact the Oconto County Clerk’s office at 920-834-6800 at least 24 hours before the meeting begins so that appropriate accommodations can be made.
Persons who are members of another governmental body, but who are not members of this committee, may attend this meeting. Their attendance could result in a quorum of another governmental body being present. Such a quorum is unintended, and they are not meeting to exercise the authority, duties, or responsibilities of any other governmental body.
It is possible that a quorum of the Highway Committee may be pre …
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MINUTES
TUESDAY AUGUST 25, 2026 AT 9 AM
BOARD OF ADJUSTMENTS
Draft minutes unti! Committee approved
Meeting called to order at 9:00 AM by Al Sleeter, Chair.
BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT: Al Sleeter, Dave Behrend, Carol Heise, Char Meier, and Dave Christianson
1. Approval of Agenda
a. Change of Sequence
b. Removal of Items
Moved by Behrend, seconded by Meier, to approve the agenda of the business meeting. Motion
voted on and carried.
2. Approval of Minutes
a. Business Meeting of July 29, 2026
Moved by Christianson, seconded by Behrend, to approve the minutes of the business meeting of
July 29, 2026. Motion voted and carried.
b. Public Hearings of August 25, 2026
1) Colin & Debbie Ihlenfeld
Moved by Heise, seconded by Meier to approve the minutes of the public hearing of August 25,
2026. Motion voted on and carried.
3. Public Comments~ Start North for hearings when possible.
4. Hearing Dates
a. Public Hearings- September 29, 2026
b. Business Meeting Date- September 29, 2026
5. Adjournment
Chair Sleeter adjourned meeting at 9:25 AM
Secretary
OCONTO COUNTY, WISCONSIN
FILING DATE FOR SECTION
MINUTES OF HEARING 59.694(10) STATUTORY PURPOSES
OCONTO COUNTY BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT DATES Ao Aay
August 25, 2026
1. Hearing called to order at 8:57 AM
2. Roll Call: Present: Alan Sleeter, Chair
Carol Heise, Vice-Chair & Secretary
Dave Christianson
Dave Behrend
Char Meier
Others Present: William Lester, Assistant Zoning Administrator
Colin Ihlenfeld
3. William Lester read the Notice …
Tue Aug 25, 2026
Town of Riverview - Planning Commission
Planning Commission to review rezoning and land division applications
The Riverview Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting to review two applications: a rezoning request by Nathan & Jennifer Genke and a land division request by Robert Kressin for property on French Lake Lane. The agenda includes approval of minutes from the January 27, 2026 meeting and a report from the Town Board. No old business is listed.
- Rezone application for parcel no. 036-080802721C by Nathan & Jennifer Genke
- Land division for 15850 French Lake Lane, parcel no. 036-181806453T, by Robert Kressin
- Approval of minutes from January 27, 2026 meeting
- Report from Town Board
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Riverview Plan Commission Meeting
Riverview Community Center
August 25, 2026 at 6:00pm
AGENDA
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL
CERTIFICATION WE ARE IN COMPLIANCE WITH OPEN MEETING LAW
APPROVAL OF MINUTES— Monthly Meeting January 27, 2026
OLD BUSINESS – Nothing
NEW BUSINESS – (1) Rezone Application parcel no. 036-080802721C-Nathan &
Jennifer
Genke
(2) Land Division 15850 French Lake Lane parcel no. 036-
181806453T-
Robert Kressin
ANY AND ALL OTHER BUSINESS – Report from 7 Town Board
NEXT MEETING DATE – September 29, 2026
ADJOURNMENT
If there is a quorum of any governmental body present at the meeting, the existence of a
quorum shall not constitute a meeting, as no action of such body shall occur.
Please contact Tawny Booth, secretary, with any questions or concerns at 715-850-
0292
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RIVERVIEW PLANNING Commission
August 25, 2026
Riverview Community Center, 6:00pm
MINUTES
Meeting called to order by Chair Dave Szepanski at 6:00 pm.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL- Dave Szepanski, Kitti Orchel, Jeff Mai, Elsie Jensen, and Tawny Booth were
present. Also present, Nathan & Jennifer Genke, and Ben Warrington.
CERTIFICATION OF OPEN MEETING LAW-Minutes and Agendas were posted on the Town’s
website and Town Hall bulletin board.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES- Kitti Orchel moved to approve as printed and Elsie Jensen,
seconded. Motion carried by all.
OLD BUSINESS – Nothing
NEW BUSINESS – (1) Rezone Application parcel no. 036-080802721C-Nathan & Jennifer
Genke. Currently it is zoned R-1 on a 5.5 acre lot away from Maiden and Little Maiden Lake.
Requesting to rezone a Rural Residential (RR) to allow for the production of maple syrup and
for the construction of a maple syrup cooking shack and storage building. Kitti Orchel makes a
motion to recommend to Town Board to approve Rezone from R-1 to RR, Jeff Mai, seconded,
motion carried by all.
(2) Land Division 15850 French Lake Lane parcel no. 036-181806453T-
Robert Kressin/Ben Warrington – Ben Warrington presented he and his wife are purchasing
property from his wife’s Uncle Robert Kressin. Land Division will be 3.50 acre lot to use for
camping with their RV. Jeff Mai makes a motion to recommend to Town Board to approve Land
Division, Kitti Orchel seconded, motion carried by all.
ANY AND ALL BUSINESS – (1) Report from 7 To …
Thu Aug 20, 2026
County Board
County Board to vote on 4 rezonings, highway vehicles, landfill budget
The Oconto County Board of Supervisors will vote on four zoning changes, approve the purchase of highway vehicles, and approve the 2027 Mar-Oco Landfill budgets. They will also consider a resolution on supplemental shared revenue tracking and receive updates on the Fox Solar Project and highway facilities.
- Rezone 0.41 acres in Town of Abrams from Residential Single Family to Neighborhood Commercial for Abrams Spotlight Productions Inc.
- Rezone 8.00 acres in Town of Chase from Agricultural to Rural Residential for Mark & Teri Karcz.
- Rezone 5.826 acres in Town of Lena from Agricultural to Rural Residential for Ronald & Ruth Zeismer.
- Rezone 5.016 acres in Town of Little Suamico from Agricultural to Rural Residential for Roy & Joyce Cartwright.
- Resolution to order two quad-axle and one single axle vehicles with plow equipment for the Highway Department.
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AGENDA
THURSDAY, AUGUST 20, 2026 -9:00 AM CDT
OCONTO COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS MEETING
COUNTY BOARD ROOM #3041 - COURTHOUSE 3RD FLOOR - BLDG. A
301 WASHINGTON STREET, OCONTO, WI 54153
This is an open meeting of the Oconto County Board of Supervisors. Notice of this meeting was given to the public at least twenty-
four hours prior to the meeting, by forwarding the complete agenda to the newspapers and to all news media who have requested
the same as well as by posting. Copies of the complete agenda were available for inspection at the Office of the County Clerk and
from the County's website calendar. www.ocontocountywi.gov
1.
Call to Order and Roll Call
2.
Pledge of Allegiance
3.
Invocation - Supervisor District 5 (Gooding)
4.
Statement of County Mission and Vision
5.
Presentation of Awards and Recognition
6.
Presentation of Communications and Petitions
7.
Public Comment
(Speakers must sign in prior to meeting and will be given three minutes to address the county board regarding items on the
current agenda.)
8.
Consent Agenda
Removal of items from Consent Agenda
Approval of Consent Agenda
8.1.
A2026-08-01 Zoning Change – Town of Abrams (Abrams Spotlight Productions Inc.) – L&W Resources Com.
A2026-08-01 Zoning Change - Town of Abrams (Abrams Spotlight Productions Inc.).pdf
8.2.
A2026-08-02 Zoning Change – Town of Chase (Karcz) – L&W Resources Com.
A2026-08-02 Zoning Change - Town of Chase (Karcz).pdf
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A2026-08-03 Zoning Change – Town of Lena (Zeismer) – L&W Resources C …
Thu Aug 20, 2026
Town of Riverview - Mountain Ambulance Service Commission
Commission to discuss ambulance sale, audit, and 2027 budget
The Mountain Ambulance Service Commission is meeting to handle routine business, including approving minutes and discussing old and new business. The main items are the sale of the 2010 ambulance, an audit, and budget discussions covering staffing issues and 2027 projections. No decisions are listed on the agenda, only discussion items.
- Sale of the 2010 Ambulance
- Audit
- Budget discussion including staffing issues
- 2027 budget projections
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Mountain Ambulance Service Commission
Meeting of Commissioners
August 20th
05:00pm Mountain Ambulance Station
AGENDA
A. Call meeting to order
B. Posting Meeting
C. Minutes of Last Commissioners Meeting
D. Old Business
1.
Sale of the 2010 Ambulance
E. New Business
1.
Audit
2.
Budget
a. Staffing Issues
b. 2027 Projections
E. Adjourn meeting
Thu Aug 20, 2026
Town of Riverview - Town Board
Board of Review to examine 2026 assessment roll and consider property tax objections
The Town of Riverview Board of Review will meet on August 20, 2026 to open and review the 2026 assessment roll. The board will verify notices, adopt a policy for sworn telephone and written testimony, and consider waivers of the 48‑hour objection notice requirement. It will also hear any filed objections and certify corrections to the roll.
- Examination of the 2026 assessment roll at 15152 Island Lake Rd. Community Center
- Adoption of policy for sworn telephone and written testimony
- Consideration of waivers for the 48‑hour notice requirement for objections
- Review and correction of description or calculation errors on the roll
- Verification that the town’s confidentiality ordinance for income/expense information is in place
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✓ Decided: Board of Review verifies assessment roll, no objections filed
The Town of Riverview Board of Review met and verified the 2026 assessment roll, with 2,667 parcels valued at $494,118,300. No sworn statements or hearing requests were filed, and no objections were made during Open Book. The board appointed officers and confirmed no changes to the confidentiality ordinance or new laws.
- Appointed Dave Szepanski as Chair of the Board of Review (motion carried)
- Appointed Pete Bushmaker as Vice Chair (motion carried)
- Verified the 2026 assessment roll (2,667 parcels, $494,118,300 valuation)
- Adjourned at 12:00 pm (motion carried)
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Notice that the Assessment Roll is Open for Examination
And t he OPEN BOOK and Board of Review
For the State of Wisconsin, Oconto County
TOWN OF RIVERVIEW
Notice is given that the Town of Riverview, Oconto County Pursuant to Wis. Stat 70.45, will have the
assessment roll for the Year 202 6 open for examination Mon day August 1 0 , 202 6 from 1 0a m- 12 pm . It w ill
be held at the Community Center at 15 152 Island Lake Rd, Mountain, WI . Instructional materials about
the assessment and the board of review procedur es will be available at that time for information on how to file
an objection and the board of review procedure under Wisconsin Law. Per Wis Stat 70.47
Notice is hereby given that the BOARD OF REVIEW for the Town of Riverview, Oconto County,
Wisconsin, shall be held on Thursday August 2 0 th , 202 6 from 1 0:00am - 12:pm , at Riverview Community
Center at 15 152 Island Lake Road .
Please be advised of the following requirements to appear before the board of review and procedural
requirements if appearing before t he board:
1 . After the first meeting of the board of review and before the board's final adjournment, no person who is
scheduled to appear before the board of review may contact or provide information to a member of the board
about the person's objection, except at a session of the board.
2 . The board of review may not hear an objection to the amount or valuation of property unless, at least 48 hours
before the board's first scheduled meeting, th …
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TOWN OF RIVERVIEW
2026 Board of Review
August 20, 2026
10:00 am - Noon
The Town of Riverview Board of Review was called to order at 10:00 am on August 20, 2026, by Chairman
Jim Zittlow. Present were Board Members Jim Zittlow, Pete Bushmaker, Dave Szepanski, Clerk Beth Hartman
and Assessor Paul Denor.
Notice of Board of Review was posted on the website, Town Hall Notice board, PO notice board and Recycle
Center Notice board by Hartman and the Crooked Lake Community Center by Zittlow. Notices were posted on
May 9,2026 for this meeting. The original Board of Review met to adjourn on May 6, 2026
Zittlow made a motion to appoint Szepanski as Chair of the Board of Review. Bushmaker 2nd. Motion Carried.
Zittlow made a motion to appoint Bushmaker Vice Chair, Szepanski 2nd. The motion carried.
Certificate of Training for Board Members Zittlow, Bushmaker, Szepanski and Hartman are on file with the
State. The training was done on Feb 14, 2026, through a WTA workshop.
Confidentiality of Income and Expenses Ordinance was revised in 2023 and remains unchanged this year.
New Laws were discussed. There are no new laws.
The Adoption of policy regarding the procedure for sworn telephone testimony and written testimony along
with the waiver of BOR Hearing Request was briefly discussed. Last year it was decided that there would be no
Policy for Telephone Testimony or a Waiver for BOR Hearing Requests.
Open Book was held August 10, 2026 (10am-noon). No one came in to talk with Paul. No ob …
Wed Aug 19, 2026
Aging Advisory Council
Aging Advisory Council to review programs, transit, and meal services
The Oconto County Aging Advisory Council is meeting to discuss updates on nutrition, transit, and caregiver support programs. The agenda includes approval of minutes and program announcements, with no formal action items listed. The meeting is open to the public.
- Nutrition program reports 15,659 meals delivered in 2025 and over 2,000 in 2026
- New meal site at Riverside City Diner & Smokehouse in Oconto serves 22 participants
- Transit program ridership increased from 1,300 rides in 2024 to 2,500 in 2025
- Nail clinic fee increased from $20 to $25
- Discussion on reestablishing a meal site in Gillett
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✓ Decided: Aging council hears transit ridership up, caregiver programs full
The Oconto County Aging Advisory Council met on August 19, 2026, and approved the agenda and the May 20, 2026 minutes. No formal decisions were made; the meeting consisted of updates on nutrition, transit, caregiver support, and other programs. Transit ridership rose to 899 rides in Q2, and the National Caregiver Support Program has a waiting list.
- Approved agenda as presented (motion by Schindel/Ammermann)
- Approved May 20, 2026 meeting minutes (motion by Helmle/Carey-Mielke)
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AGENDA
WEDNESDAY. AUGUST 19, 2026 9:00 A.M.
OCONTO COUNTY AGING ADVISORY COUNCIL
MOUNTAIN COMMUNITY CENTER
13412 STATE HIGHWAY 32164 MOUNTAIN. W 54,I49
www ocontocou ntvwr qov
This is an open meeting of the Oconto County Aging Advisory Council. Notice of this meeting was given to the
public at least twenty-four hours prior to the meeting by forwarding the complete agenda to the newspapers and
to all news media who have requested the same. as well as by posting. Copies of the complete agenda were
available for inspection at the Office of the County Clerk and from the County's website
www ocontocou ntvwi. gov
1 . Call Meeting to Order
2. Statement of County Mission and Vision
3. Approval of Agenda
3.1. Changes in Sequence
3.2. Removal of ltems
4. Approval of Minutes from Previous Meeting(s) (Enc.)
5. Communicataons
6. Programming Updates
7. Additional Program Announcements/Comments (no action to be taken)
8. Set Next Meeting Date(s)
9. Adjournment
Any person wishing to attend the meeting who requires special accommodation because of a disability should
contact the Oconto County Clerk's offlce at 920-834-6800 at least 24 hours before the meeting begins, so
appropriate accommodations can be arranged.
Persons who are members of another governmental body but who are not members of this committee may
attend this meeting. Their attendance could result in a quorum of another governmental body being present.
Such a quorum is unintended, and they are not meeting to exercise the authorit …
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MINUTES
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 19, 2026
OCONTO COUNTY AGING ADVISORY COUNCIL
MOUNTAIN COMMUNITY CENTER
13412 STATE HIGHWAY 32/64 MOUNTAIN, WI 54149
(Draft minutes until approved by Council)
COUNCIL PRESENT: Bart Schindel, Katie Daul, Penny Helmle, Brenda Carey-Mielke, Ann Ammerman
COUNCIL ABSENT: None
OTHERS PRESENT: Scott Shackelford, Human Services Director; Will Kline, Vocational Service
Manager; Lisa Witak, Economic Support Specialist Manager; Tom Bitters, County Board Supervisor;
Wendy Dey, Confidential Secretary
1.
Call Meeting to Order
The meeting was called to order at 9:00 a.m. by Chair Carey-Mielke.
2.
Statement of County Mission and Vision
Chair Carey-Mielke read the County Mission and Vision Statements.
3.
Approval of Agenda
3.1 Change in Sequence – None
3.2 Removal of Items – None
Motion by Schindel/Ammermann to approve the agenda as presented. The motion was voted on
and carried.
4.
Approval of Minutes from Previous Meeting(s)
Motion by Helmle/Carey-Mielke to approve the 5/20/2026 meeting minutes as presented. The
motion was voted on and carried.
5.
Communication - None
6.
Programming Updates
Nutrition Program: Shackelford reported that attendance is up at all of the congregate meal
sites. The restaurant model in Oconto is going well; discussion followed about future
opportunities to provide these services in other areas. Shackelford reported that the Oconto Falls
community center is looking for ways to help cover the cost of utilities. Discussion followed on …
Mon Aug 17, 2026
County Board of Canvassers
County Board of Canvassers to certify August 2026 primary results
The Oconto County Board of Canvassers is meeting to review election documents from each reporting unit, verify voting equipment serial numbers, and sign the summary statement to certify the August 11, 2026 Partisan Primary election results. The meeting is open to the public and may recess for lunch.
- Review and inspect election documents from each reporting unit
- List of irregularities
- Verification of tamper-evident serial numbers on EL-104 Inspector's Statements for 10 randomly selected reporting units
- Sign Summary Statement of the Board of Canvass
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✓ Decided: Oconto County canvassers certify Aug. 11 primary with no outcome changes
The Oconto County Board of Canvassers reviewed and inspected election documents from all reporting units for the August 11, 2026, Partisan Primary. The board documented numerous procedural irregularities across multiple towns and cities, but none affected the election outcome. The board also verified tamper-evident serial numbers on voting equipment for 10 randomly selected reporting units. The meeting was adjourned at 2:35 p.m.
- Reviewed and inspected election documents from all reporting units for the Aug. 11 primary
- Documented irregularities in 18 municipalities, none affecting election outcome
- Verified tamper-evident serial numbers on voting equipment for 10 randomly selected reporting units
- Adjourned at 2:35 p.m.
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AGENDAMONDAY, NOVEMBERAPRIL 1111,AUGUST 17, 202643 - 9:00 A.M. TUESDAYWEDNESDAY, AUGUST 18NOVEMBER 12APRIL 12, 202643 – 9:00 A.M. (IF NECESSARY)OCONTO COUNTY BOARD OF CANVASSERSLEC NORTH/SOUTH CONFERENCE ROOM301 WASHINGTON STREET, OCONTO WI 54153
This is an open meeting of the Board of County Canvassers. Notice of this meeting was given to the public at least twenty-four hours prior to the meeting, by forwarding the complete agenda to the newspapers and to all news media who have requested the same as well as by posting. Copies of the complete agenda were available for inspection at the Office of the County Clerk.
Mission: To responsibly serve, support, and protect the people and places throughout our community.
Vision: An empowered community where safety, sustainability, and well-being are enhanced by our work.
Call To Order
Election Recap
Review and Inspect Documents from each Reporting Unit necessary to complete the August 11November 5April 4, 20264,3 Partisan PrimaryFallSpring Election.
MAY RECESS FOR LUNCH
List of Irregularities
Verification that tamper-evident serial numbers from the voting equipment have been recorded on random selection of 10 Reporting Unit’s EL-104 Inspector’s Statements, andStatements and have been initialed by the Chief Election Inspector.
Move to County Clerk’s Office to Sign Summary Statement of the Board of Canvass
Adjournment
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MINUTESMONDAY, AUGUST 17, 2026 - 9:00 A.M. OCONTO COUNTY BOARD OF CANVASSERSLEC NORTH/SOUTH CONFERENCE ROOM301 WASHINGTON STREET, OCONTO WI 54153
www.ocontocountywi.gov
BOARD OF CANVASSERS PRESENT: Nancy Brye, Ron Leja, Kim Pytleski, County Clerk
OTHERS PRESENT: Kathy Goldschmidt, Chief Deputy County Clerk
Call to Order Ron Leja called the meeting to order at 9:00 a.m. Goldschmidt was designated the official minute taker. No nominations to the Board of Canvassers were received from any political party. Oconto County’s board of canvasser members Brye and Leja are unaffiliated.
Election Recap
Pytleski stated election day went well and gave a brief recap of the day's events.
Review and Inspect Documents from each Reporting Unit necessary to complete the August 11, 2026, Partisan Primary. Documents were reviewed and inspected.
May Recess for Lunch
Recessed for lunch at 12:04 p.m. and reconvened at 12:28 p.m.
List of Irregularities – Irregularities with page numbers from the Election Law & Administration in Wisconsin (ELAW) Manual and State Statutes are documented at the end of the minutes for your reference.
The following irregularities, while not affecting the outcome of the election, fall outside the procedures and guidelines outlined in the Election Law & Administration in Wisconsin (ELAW) and Command Central ICE Manuals.
Town of Abrams – The purple call-in sheet for election night was not fully completed. Please fill in all lines even if “0” s so we know nothing was mis …
Thu Aug 13, 2026
Administration
Committee to review 2025 audit, 2027 Veterans Services budget
The Oconto County Administration Committee will hear the 2025 annual audit from CliftonLarsenAllen LLP, review the proposed 2027 Veterans Services budget, and consider several personnel and administrative items, including an Assistant District Attorney agreement, approval of a Legal Assistant LTE, and the 2027 holiday schedule. The committee will also enter closed session to confer with corporation counsel on a legal matter. Most other items are informational reports.
- Presentation of 2025 Annual Audit by CliftonLarsenAllen LLP
- 2027 Veterans Services proposed budget: net levy request $173,474, down $23,484 from 2026
- Assistant DA Agreement review and possible action
- Legal Assistant LTE approval
- 2027 Holiday Schedule approval
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✓ Decided: Committee approves 2027 Veterans Services budget and holiday schedule
The Administration Committee approved the 2027 Veterans Services Office budget and forwarded it to the County Administrator. It also approved the 2027 holiday schedule, which will require moving the December 2027 County Board meeting up a week. The committee added a Legal Assistant LTE position to the District Attorney's office organizational chart. After closed session, it approved the insurance carrier's recommendations on a legal matter.
- Approved 2027 Veterans Services Office budget (motion by Kroll/Heise)
- Approved 2027 Holiday Schedule (motion by Bartels/Kroll)
- Added Legal Assistant LTE to District Attorney's office organizational chart (motion by Meier/Matravers)
- Approved insurance carrier recommendations on closed-session legal matter (motion by Meier/Matravers)
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AGENDA
THURSDAY, AUGUST 13, 2026 – 9:00 A.M.
ADMINISTRATION COMMITTEE OF OCONTO COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
301 WASHINGTON STREET, COURTHOUSE BUILDING “A” ROOM #3041
OCONTO, WI 54153
www.ocontocountywi.gov
This is an open meeting of a Standing Committee of the Oconto County Board of Supervisors. Notice of this meeting was given to the public
at least twenty-four hours prior to the meeting, by forwarding the complete agenda to the newspapers and to all news media who have
requested the same as well as by posting. Copies of the complete agenda were available for inspection at the Office of the County Clerk and
from the County’s website calendar: www.ocontocountywi.gov
1. Call to Order
2. Statement of County Mission & Vision
Mission Statement: To responsibly serve, support, and protect the people and places throughout our community.
Vision Statement: An empowered community where safety, sustainability, and well-being are enhanced by our work.
3. Approval of Agenda
3.1. Change of Sequence
3.2. Removal of Items
4. Approval of Minutes of Previous July 16, 2026, Meeting (Enc.)
5. Communications
6. Presentation of 2025 Annual Audit – CliftonLarsenAllen LLP – Riley Hutter
7. Veterans Service Office
7.1. Veterans Service Officer Monthly Report (Enc.)
7.2. 2027 Veterans Services Proposed Department Budget Review and Possible Action (Enc.)
8. Treasurer
8.1. Treasurer’s Report – June (Enc.)
8.2. PMA Investment Portfolio – Qtr 2/2026 Report (Enc.)
9. Human Resources …
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MINUTES
THURSDAY, AUGUST 13, 2026 – 9:00 A.M.
ADMINISTRATION COMMITTEE OF OCONTO COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
301 WASHINGTON STREET, COURTHOUSE BUILDING “A” ROOM #3041
OCONTO, WI 54153
www.ocontocountywi.gov
(Draft minutes, not approved by Committee)
COMMITTEE PRESENT: Al Sleeter, Dennis Kroll, Don Bartels, Char Meier, Carol Heise and John Matravers
COMMITTEE ABSENT: None.
OTHERS PRESENT: Sharon Aubry, Human Resources Generalist; Betty Bickel, Finance Director; Ron
Christensen, Veterans Services Officer; Beth Ellingson, Corporation Counsel; Richard Heath, County Administrator;
Nikki Tolzman, Treasurer; Shelly Schultz, Human Resources Director; Scott Shackelford, Health & Human Services
Director; Amy Zerbe, Highway Office Manager; David Behrend, County Supervisor; Mike Beyer, County Supervisor
Jayme Sellen, TEDCOR; Riley Hutter, CliftonLarsonAllen LLP; Member of the Public
1. Call to Order
Chair Sleeter called the meeting to order at 9:00 a.m.
2. Statement of County Mission and Vision
Richard Heath, County Administrator, recited the Oconto County Mission and Vision Statement.
3. Approval of Agenda
3.1. Change of Sequence – None.
3.2. Removal of Items – None.
Motion by Matravers/Meier to approve the agenda as presented. The motion was voted on and carried.
4. Approval of Minutes of Previous July 16, 2026, Meeting
Motion by Heise/Kroll to approve July 16, 2026, minutes as presented. The motion was voted on and carried.
5. Communications – None
6. Presentation …
Wed Aug 12, 2026
Public Safety
Public Safety Committee to review reports and approve late vendor payments
The Oconto County Public Safety Committee is meeting to receive monthly reports from the District Attorney, Medical Examiner, Child Support, Sheriff, and Emergency Management, along with updates on the Fox Solar Project and opioid abatement. The committee will also consider approving a legal assistant LTE position and two late vendor invoice payments. No major policy decisions are on the agenda; most items are informational.
- Approval of Legal Assistant LTE position
- Review late vendor invoice payment – Global Recognition Inc
- Review late vendor invoice payment – The Uniform Shoppe
- Reports: District Attorney, Medical Examiner, Child Support, Jail Population, Calls for Service
- Updates: Fox Solar Project, Opioid Abatement, Brazeau Dive Team
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2nd AMENDED AGENDA
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 12, 2026 – 10:00 AM
PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE OF OCONTO COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
301 WASHINGTON STREET, COURTHOUSE BUILDING “A” ROOM #3041
www.ocontocountywi.gov
This is an open meeting of a Standing Committee of the Oconto County Board of Supervisors. Notice of this meeting
was given to the public at least twenty-four hours prior to the meeting, by forwarding the complete agenda to the
newspapers and to all news media who have requested the same as well as by posting. Copies of the complete
agenda were available for inspection at the Office of the County Clerk and from the County’s website calendar:
www.ocontocountywi.gov
Mission: To responsibly serve, support, and protect the people and places throughout our community.
Vision: An empowered community where safety, sustainability, and well-being are enhanced by our work.
1. Call to Order
2. Statement of Mission and Vision
3. Approval of Agenda
3.1. Change of Sequence
3.2. Removal of Items
4. Approval of Minutes of Previous Meeting (Enc.)
5. Communications
6. Reports (No Action to be Taken)
6.1. District Attorney Monthly Report (Enc.)
6.2. Medical Examiner Monthly Report (Enc.)
6.3. Child Support Monthly Report (Enc.)
6.4. Jail Population Numbers and Updates
6.5. Monthly Calls for Service (Enc.)
6.6. Emergency Management Director Report
6.7. Opioid Abatement Ad-Hoc Steering Committee Report
6.8. Fox Solar Project Update
6.9. Brazeau Dive Team Report
7. Le …
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MINUTES
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 12, 2026 – 10:00 AM
PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE OF OCONTO COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
LEC CONFERENCE ROOM – NORTH/SOUTH
301 WASHINGTON STREET, COURTHOUSE BUILDING “A” ROOM #3041
www.ocontocountywi.gov
(Draft minutes, not approved by Committee)
COMMITTEE PRESENT: Dennis Kroll, Al Schreiber, David Parmentier, Joe Porior
COMMITTEE ABSENT: Tracy Ondik
OTHERS PRESENT: Al Sleeter, County Board Chair; Richard Heath, County Administrator; Marie Lasecki,
Contracted Oconto County Child Support Director; Rachel Race, Legal Assistant II DA; Todd Skarban, Sheriff;
Carol Kopp, Jail Administrator; Madie DeKeyer, Operations Manager Brown County Medical Examiner’s Office;
Kim Pytleski, County Clerk; Betty Bickel, Finance Director; Keith Scray, Brazeau Dive Team Commander;
Supervisor Behrend; Bruce Jeske
1.
Call to Order
Chair Kroll called the meeting to order at 10:00 a.m.
2.
Statement of Mission and Vision
Kim Pytleski, County Clerk, recited Oconto County’s Mission and Vision statements.
3.
Approval of Agenda
3.1. Change of Sequence – None.
3.2. Removal of Items – None.
Motion by Schreiber/Porior to approve the agenda. The motion was voted on and carried.
4.
Approval of Minutes of Previous Meeting
Motion by Parmentier/Porior to approve June 10, 2026, minutes as presented. The motion was voted on and
carried.
5.
Communications – None.
6.
Reports (No Action to be Taken)
6.1.District Attorney Monthly Report
Rachel Race, Legal Assistant II DA, reviewed the District Att …
Tue Aug 11, 2026
Health & Human Services
Committee to review CLTS enrollment and waitlist updates
The Coordinated Services Team/Children's Community Options Program Committee will review enrollment and waitlist numbers for the Children's Long-Term Support (CLTS) program, both locally and statewide, and receive an update on the Coordinated Services Team (CST). The agenda is largely routine, with no major decisions or public hearings scheduled.
- Review of Oconto County CLTS enrollment/waitlist
- Review of statewide CLTS enrollment/waitlist
- CST program update
- Approval of minutes from May 12, 2026 meeting
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✓ Decided: Committee approves CCOP Five-Year Plan
The Coordinated Services Team/Children's Community Options Program Committee approved the CCOP Five-Year Plan after a review. The committee also approved the agenda as amended and the minutes from the May 12, 2026 meeting. Enrollment updates were reported for CLTS and CST programs.
- Approved CCOP Five-Year Plan
- Approved agenda as amended
- Approved minutes from 5-12-2026 meeting
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AGENDA
TUESDAY, AUGUST LL, 2026 - 8:30 A.M.
COORDINATED SERVICES TEAM/CHILDREN'S COMMUNITY OPTIONS
PROGRAM COMMITTEE
OCONTO COUNTY COURTHOUSE-BUILDING C-2nd Floor Room #2119
501 PARK AVENUE OCONTO WI 54153
XCALL-IN PHONE NUMBER: 920-434-7 I9I
1. Call meeting to order
2, Statement of County Mission and Vision
3. Approval of agenda
3.l Changes in sequence
3.2. Removal of items
4. Review minutes from 5-72-2026 meeting
5. Oconto County CLTS En rollment/Wa itlist
6. Statewide CLTS En ro llment/Waitlist
7. CST Update
8. Any Othe r Business
9. Next Meeting Date/Time
10. Adjourn Meeting
"lf you are an individual with a disability and need a special accommodation while
attending this meeting, as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act, please notify
Alicia Stascak at (920) 834-7000 at least 24 hrs. prior to the meeting so suitable
arrangements can be made." Thank you.
Posted August 4, 2026
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TUESDAY, MAY 12, 2026, 8:30 A.M.
COORDINATED SERVICES TEAM/CHILDREN,S COMMUNITY OPTTONS PROGRAM
COMMITTEE MEETING
5O1 PARK AVENUE, OCONTO, wI 54153, Building C, Room #2119
(Draft Minutes until approved by Committee)
PRESENT: Alicia Stascak, Scott Shackelford, Nancy Pritzl, Amy Longsine, Nancy Getzloff,
Cortni Gorges, Amber Krokstrom, Lisa Deviley, Kiana Abel, and Wendy Dey
ABSE …
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MINUTES
TUESDAY, AUGUST 11, 2026, 8:30 A.M.
COORDINATED SERVICES TEAM/CHILDREN’S COMMUNITY OPTIONS PROGRAM
COMMITTEE MEETING
501 PARK AVENUE, OCONTO, WI 54153, Building C, Room #2119
(Draft Minutes until approved by Committee)
PRESENT: Brandon Daul, Teresa Esela, Nancy Pritzl, Amy Longsine, Nancy Getzloff, Cortni
Gorges, Amber Krokstrom, Lisa Deviley (via telephone), Kiana Abel, and Wendy Dey
ABSENT: Alicia Stascak, Scott Shackelford, Emily Miller
1.
Call Meeting to Order
Meeting called to order at 8:30 a.m. by Brandon Daul.
2.
Statement of County Mission and Vision
Daul read the Mission and Visions Statements.
3.
Approval of Agenda
Esela added an agenda item; Review and Approval of the CCOP Five-Year Plan. Item
to be added between agenda items 7 and 8. Motion to approve the Agenda as
amended made by Nancy Getzloff and seconded by Amy Longsine. The motion was
voted on and carried.
4.
Approval of minutes from 5-12-2026 meeting
Motion to approve the minutes from the 5-12-2026 meeting made by Nancy Getzloff
and seconded by Teresa Esela. The motion was voted on and carried.
5.
Oconto County CLTS Enrollment/Waitlist
Teresa Esela reported that there are 159 youth enrolled in CLTS. There is currently
no youth on the waiting list. By comparison, in August of 2025 there were 137 youth
enrolled, and 22 youth on the waiting list.
6.
Statewide CLTS Enrollment/Waitlist
Esela reported that as of the end of June, Statewide there are 31,130 youth enrolled
in CLTS and an additiona …
Tue Aug 11, 2026
Town of Riverview - Town Board
Town Board to approve minutes, bills, and discuss recycling pricing updates
The Town Board will hold its monthly meeting, covering routine approvals of minutes and bills, along with reports from various committees. New business includes administering the oath of office to three officials, considering a picnic license for a poker run, and discussing recycling pricing updates.
- Oath of Office for Curt Hoffman, Tawny Booth, Jeff Mai
- Picnic License for CLFD Community Center Celebration Poker Run
- Recycle Pricing Updates
- Financial Report and Payment of Bills
- Board of Review scheduled for August 20th
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✓ Decided: Town board approves bills, picnic license; hears school funding report
The Riverview Town Board approved the July minutes, paid all bills as presented, and approved a picnic license for the CLFD Community Center Celebration Poker Run. The board also heard reports on road work, fire departments, and a school funding presentation from the Suring superintendent. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Approved July regular board meeting minutes
- Approved payment of all bills as presented
- Approved CLFD Community Center Celebration Poker Run picnic license
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TOWN OF RIVERVIEW
The Town Board will hold the monthly meeting
On August 11th 2026 7:00pm
Riverview Community Center – 15152 Island Lake Rd
Monthly Meeting Agenda
1. CALL TO ORDER - Pledge of Allegiance
2. STATEMENT IN REGARD TO COMPLIANCE WITH OPEN MEETING LAW.
3. APPROVE MINUTES for July regular meeting
4. FINANCIAL REPORT -Payment of Bills
5. COMMUNICATION –
a.
Strong Bodies – Sept thru Nov – WF 9-10:30 –
b.
Board of Review – August 20th 10a-noon
c.
OCLAW meeting August 22 9a-noon - Community Center
d.
CLFD Breakfast – Sept 5th 7a – Crooked Lake Community Center
e.
Riverview Fire Dept – Corn Roast – Sept 5th - 11a-6p RVFD
f.
Conceal & Carry Class – Sept 19th – Riverview Community Center
g.
Countryside Vet Clinic – Sept 26th - Riverview Community Center
h.
WTA Fall Workshop – Sept 17 GB or Sept 22 Rhinelander
i.
CLFD Community Center Celebration Poker Run – Sept 19th
j.
Winslow Lake Meeting – August 8th 9-1 – Pavillion
k.
ATV Annual Meeting – Community Center – Aug 15 – 9-noon
6. Reports –
a. Suring Superintendent – School Finance presentation
b. Planning Commission – Szepanski
c. Library – K Chandler/H Schaal
d. Roads – N Jensen/ J Zittlow
e. Fire Dept – T Schank/J Tilkens
f.
Ambulance – P Bushmaker / J Wanner
g. Cemetery – Szepanski -
h. Animal Control – Hartman
i.
Brush Site / Recycle – Szepanski
j.
Short Term Rentals – Hoffman
k. WTA – Zittlow
l.
Lake District – Szepanski
m. 7 Town / NOCCO - Zittlow
7. OLD BUSINESS -
8. NEW BUSINESS -
a. Oath of Office - Curt Hoffman, …
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TOWN OF RIVERVIEW
Board Meeting Minutes for August 11, 2026
To be Approved September 8, 2026
The regular monthly board meeting was held at the Riverview Community Center located at 15152
Island Lake Rd, Mountain, WI. It was called to order at 7:00 pm by Town Chair Jim Zittlow. Those
presents include Chair Jim Zittlow, Supervisors Dave Szepanski and Peter Bushmaker, Treasurer
Nancy Hansen, Clerk Beth Hartman and 16 citizens & 1 guest.
All stood for the Pledge of Allegiance.
Meeting notices were posted at the Mountain PO, Town Message Board, Tar Dam Recycle Center,
Community Building in Crooked Lake and the Website (www.tn.riverview.wi.gov) by August 6th.
Minutes: Szepanski made a motion to accept the July Regular Board Meeting, Bushmaker 2nd.
Motion carried.
Financial Report: Hansen reviewed the cash report noting the ending balance of $702959.95.
Bushmaker made a motion to pay all bills as presented, Szepanski 2nd, Motion carried.
Communication:
a. Strong Bodies (UW Extension)– Sept thru Nov – WF 9-10:30 – Community Center
b. Board of Review – August 20th 10a-noon - By Appointment
c. OCLAW meeting August 22 9a-noon - Community Center
d. CLFD Breakfast – September 5th 7a – Crooked Lake Community Center
e. Riverview Fire Dept – Corn Roast – Sept 5th - 11a-6p RVFD
f.
Conceal & Carry Class – Sept 19th – Riverview Community Center
g. Countryside Vet Clinic – Sept 26th - Riverview Community Center
h.
WTA Fall Workshop – Sept 17th GB or Sept 22 Rhinelander
i.
CLFD Community Ce …
Tue Aug 11, 2026
Property & Technology
✓ Decided: Committee reviews tech projects, no formal votes on changes
The Property & Technology Committee heard updates on the air conditioner coil replacement, fiber ring splicing, courtroom project issues, and Microsoft price increases. No formal decisions were made; the committee discussed potential board room modifications and will test changes before approving permanent alterations.
- Approved agenda as presented
- Approved July 15, 2026 minutes
- Discussed board room modifications, no action taken
- Facilities Manager to obtain quote for partition removal
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MINUTES
(TUESDAY) AUGUST 11, 2026 – 9:00 A.M.
PROPERTY & TECHNOLOGY COMMITTEE OF
OCONTO COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
301 WASHINGTON STREET, COURTHOUSE BUILDING “A” ROOM #3041
OCONTO WI 54153
www.ocontocountywi.gov
(Draft minutes, not approved by Committee)
COMMITTEE PRESENT: Guy Gooding, John Wittkopf, Wesley Kobylarczyk, Rick Scheffen
COMMITTEE ABSENT: Brenda Carey-Mielke
OTHERS PRESENT: Richard Heath, County Administrator; Al Sleeter, County Board Chair; Justin Enderby, Network/System Analyst; Scott Krueger, Facilities Manager; Beth Ellingson, Corporation Counsel; Kathy Goldschmidt, Chief Deputy County Clerk; Kim Pytleski, County Clerk; Supervisor Beyer District #26; public
Call to Order
Chair Gooding called the meeting to order at 9:00 a.m.
Statement of County Mission and VisionStatement of County Mission and Vision were read by County Administrator, Richard Heath.
Approval of Agenda
Change of Sequence – None.
Removal of Items – None.
Motion by Kobylarczyk/Wittkopf to approve the agenda as presented. The motion was voted on and carried.
Approval of Minutes of Previous Meeting
Motion by Kobylarczyk/Scheffen to approve the Property & Technology minutes of July 15, 2026. The motion was voted on and carried.
Communications Bay-Lake Regional Planning Commission submitted a County Building Use Application to use the LEC Conference room on August 13, 2026, from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Facilities Manager Report Scott Krueger, Facilities Manager, stated county is curren …
Mon Aug 10, 2026
Land & Water Resources
Oconto County committee to hold zoning hearings, review plan updates
The Land and Water Resources Committee will hold public hearings on petitions for zoning district amendments and review draft updates to chapters of the Oconto County Comprehensive Plan, with no action to be taken on the plan updates. The meeting is open to the public.
- Public hearings on petitions for zoning district amendments
- Review of draft updates to Oconto County Comprehensive Plan chapters (no action)
zoningcomprehensive-planpublic-hearingland-use
✓ Decided: Committee reviews zoning map amendments and comp plan updates
The Land & Water Resources Committee held four public hearings on proposed zoning district map amendments and will make recommendations to the County Board. They also reviewed draft updates to the Oconto County Comprehensive Plan, with no action taken, and discussed an updated Town Recommendation Form for rezone hearings. The committee will bring their comments on the plan to the next meeting.
- Held public hearings on four zoning district map amendment petitions (no vote recorded)
- Reviewed draft updates to Comprehensive Plan Chapters 5 & 6 Volume II and Chapter 2 Volume I (no action taken)
- Discussed updated Town Recommendation Form for rezone hearings (no formal action)
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AGENDA
MONDAY, AUGUST 10, 2026 – 8:30 AM
LAND AND WATER RESOURCES COMMITTEE
OF OCONTO COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
301 WASHINGTON STREET, COURTHOUSE BUILDING “A” ROOM #3041
OCONTO WI 54153
www.ocontocountywi.gov
This is an open meeting of a Standing Committee of the Oconto County Board of Supervisors. Notice of this
meeting was given to the public at least twenty-four hours prior to the meeting, by forwarding the complete agenda
to the newspapers and to all news media who have requested the same as well as by posting. Copies of the
complete agenda were available for inspection at the Office of the County Clerk and from the County’s website
calendar: www.ocontocountywi.gov
1.
Call to Order
2.
Public Hearings- Petition for Zoning District Amendments
3.
Review Draft Updates to Chapters of the Oconto County Comprehensive Plan-No Action to be taken
4.
Adjournment
Any person wishing to attend the meeting who requires special accommodation because of a disability should
contact the Oconto County Clerk’s office at 920-834-6800 at least 24 hours before the meeting begins so that
appropriate accommodations can be made.
Persons who are members of another governmental body, but who are not members of this committee, may attend
this meeting. Their attendance could result in a quorum of another governmental body being present. Such a
quorum is unintended, and they are not meeting to exercise the authority, duties, or responsibilities of any other
governmental body.
Courthouse Building “A” …
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MINUTES
MONDAY, AUGUST 10, 2026 – 8:30 AM
LAND & WATER RESOURCES COMMITTEE
OF OCONTO COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
301 WASHINGTON STREET, COURTHOUSE BUILDING “A” ROOM #3041
OCONTO WI 54153
www.co.oconto.wi.us
(Draft minutes, not approved by Committee)
COMMITTEE PRESENT: Mike Beyer; Tim Cole, Pat Scanlan, Wayne Kaczrowski and Dale Mohr
OTHERS PRESENT: Patrick Virtues, Jamie Broehm; and others present.
1.
Call to Order
Chair Beyer called the meeting to order at 8:30 AM.
2.
Public Hearings – Petition for Zoning District Amendments
Four public hearings were held to review and recommend to County Board Zoning District Map amendments.
3.
Review Draft Updates to Chapters of the Oconto County Comprehensive Plan-No Action to be taken
Planner, Jamie Broehm presented updates to Chapters 5&6 Volume II and Chapter 2 Volume I for Committee
review. Jamie explained the delayed timeline from Wi Dept of Administration to push out the population estimates
from the 2020 census. Jamie highlighted sections that the Department would like Committee input and for any
current land use trends or future land use trends that should be included in the update. Pat Virtues presented an
updated Town Recommendation Form for rezone hearings. Discussion followed on suggestions with Committee
to bring back their Comp Plan comments at next meeting.
4.
Adjournment
Chair Beyer adjourned the meeting at 10:36 AM.
MS/Date Posted –
Mon Aug 10, 2026
Town of Bagley
✓ Decided: Town of Bagley approves recycling center fence purchase
The board approved the purchase of a fence for the recycling center, with the most beneficial bid selected. They also discussed road projects, tax levy plans, and a potential DNR grant for a boat landing dock. The meeting was routine with no major policy changes.
- Approved purchase of recycling center fence (motion carried)
- Approved financial report as presented
- Approved payment of bills as presented
- Approved amended agenda
- Approved minutes of July 13, 2026 meeting
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| | | | | MEETING NOTICE |
| | | | | TOWN OF BAGLEY |
| | | | | OCONTO COUNTY, WISCONSIN |
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| | | | | THE TOWN BOARD |
| | | | | WILL HOLD ITS |
| | | | | REGULAR BOARD MEETING AT |
| | | | | 9812 County Hwy Z Pound, Wi. |
| | | | | AT THE BAGLEY TOWN HALL |
| | | | | at 6:00 PM MONDAY AUGUST 10, 2026 |
| | | | | To be placed on the agenda contact the town board. |
| | | | | MEETING AGENDA |
| ITEM | Call to Order | | | |
| 1 | Approve the agenda | | | |
| 2 | Minutes of Previous meeting approved (June 8 ,2026 mailed) | | | |
| 3 | Financial Report by Treasurer | | | |
| 4 | Approve and Pay Monthly bills. | | | |
| 5 | Road Signs, | | | |
| | 5A Men at work road signs | | | |
| 6 | Roads and all road related reports | | | |
| | 6A Update on road paving | | | |
| | 6B Update on Knapp Lane, legal? | | | |
| | 6C Update on LRIP Kopatz Rd. | | | |
| 7 | Comprehensive Planning Update. | | | |
| | 7A | | | |
| 8 | Library Report | | | |
| | 8A Writen report from Kim Hoerth, | | | |
| 9 | Tax Roll and Assessment Report. | | | |
| | 9A | | | |
| 10 | Clerks report | | | |
| | 10A A brief converstion on emergency management. | | | |
| | 10B Suring Fire Dept. report for June | | | |
| | 10C Discussion about changing Levy for 27 | | | |
| | 10D | | | |
| 11 | Recycling Solid Waste | | | |
| | 11A Discuss recycling of refrigerators, freon etc. | | | |
| | 11B Review recycling fees collected. | | | |
| 12 | Old Business | | …
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TOWN OF BAGLEY
MINUTES OF REGULAR BOARD MEETING (un-approved).
August 10, 2026
Notice of this meeting and agenda posted in the Town of Bagley at least 24 Hr.’s in advance of the meeting. Also, it is posted on the town web site. Townofbagley.us
The board members present were Chair. Tom Bauer, Supervisor Mike Fischer, David Leisner, Treasurer Joe Hoerth, & Clerk Alan Sleeter,
The guest presents were Mark Hornick, equipment operator, Rich Knuppel, resident of Bagley.
Chair Bauer called the meeting order at 6:00 PM.
Motion by (Leisner, Fischer) to approve the amended agenda.
Motion by (Fischer, Leisner) to approve the minutes of the July 13, 2026, meeting. Motion carried. (mailed)
The treasurer gave the FINANCIAL REPORT.
Checking Account Balance on July 31, 2026, $59,111.30 Saving account balance of July 31, 2026, $199,466.72 The total funds on June 30, 2026, $258,578.02
The clerk informed the board of balance yet to be paid on the town truck. ($7,310.68).
Motion by (Leisner, Fischer) to approve financial report as presented. Motion Carried.
Motion by (Leisner, Fischer) to pay bills as presented. Motion Carried.
ROAD SIGNS
Board discussed men working signs to be used by the town when we do work on roads in the Town of Bagley. pair of Men working ahead signs will work for this. Dave or Mike will order these signs.
Dave informed board of cost from county for these signs at $600. for 2. Dave will check further on a better deal.
ROADS:
Chair and clerk updated the board on …
Fri Aug 7, 2026
MAR-OCO
Mar-Oco Landfill Committee holds public hearing on 2027 budgets
The committee is conducting a public hearing on the proposed 2027 Mar-Oco Landfill Administration and Operation Budgets. Members will discuss presenting these budgets and accompanying resolutions to their respective County Boards for approval.
- Public hearing on proposed 2027 Mar-Oco Landfill Administration and Operation Budgets
- Discussion of landfill tipping fees
- Review of RFB #26-009-57 for Metal and Refrigerant Recycling Services
- Review of July 2026 invoice schedule
- Bid from Ralph's Auto Salvage Oconto, LLC at $125 per ton for scrap metal removal
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✓ Decided: Mar-Oco landfill committee approves 2027 budget, raises tipping fees
The Mar-Oco Landfill Committee recommended approval of the 2027 administrative and operations budgets to the county boards. They also approved increasing the municipal solid waste tipping fee from $90/ton to $115/ton, and raised the bag price to $4.00 and minimum access fee to $15.00, all effective January 1, 2027. The committee accepted a bid for metal and refrigerant recycling services from Ralph's Auto Salvage Oconto, LLC.
- Recommended 2027 Mar-Oco Landfill budgets to county boards (unanimous)
- Increased MSW tipping fee to $115/ton effective Jan 1, 2027 (unanimous)
- Increased bag price to $4.00 and minimum access fee to $15.00 effective Jan 1, 2027 (unanimous)
- Accepted RFB #26-009-57 for metal and refrigerant recycling from Ralph's Auto Salvage Oconto, LLC (unanimous)
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LAND INFORMATION DEPARTMENT
Timothy Oestreich Tina Barnes Paul Klose Sheri Denowski
Director Property Lister | Mar-Oco Landfill Conservationist
AGENDA
MAR-OCO LANDFILL COMMITTEE
DATE: Friday — August 7", 2026
TIME: 9:00 a.m.
PLACE: Oconto County Courthouse — Room 1003/1004
Call meeting to order.
Approve agenda.
Approve minutes of July 10", 2026, meeting. Action, if any.
Public Hearing on proposed 2027 Mar-Oco Landfill Administration and Operation Budgets.
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> Open Hearing.
> Accept Public Comment.
> Close Public Hearing.
5. Discuss/Consider presenting proposed 2027 Mar-Oco Landfill Administration and Operation
Budgets and resolutions to respective County Boards for approval. Action, if any.
6. Public Comment - Any person desirous of addressing the Committee on any subject under the
Committee’s jurisdiction shall first obtain permission from the Committee Chairperson. All such
addresses shall be limited to 5 minutes unless otherwise extended by the Committee Chairperson.
7. Correspondence. Action, if any. (Any correspondence unless specifically listed below will be for
information only)
8. Discuss/consider landfill tipping fees. Action, if any.
9. Discuss/consider RFB #26-009-57 Metal and Refrigerant Recycling Services. Action, if any.
10. | Update landfill operations.
11. Review July 2026 schedule of invoices.
12. Schedule next meeting.
13. Adjourn.
Al Schreiber Bart Schindel K. Pytleski, Oconto County Clerk
Joel Lavarda Michael Ebsch A. Sleeter, Oconto …
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Mar-Oco Landfill Committee
August 7th, 2026
Minutes
Page 1
1.
The meeting was called to order by Chairperson Hoyer at 9:01 a.m. at the Oconto County
Courthouse – Room 1003/1004
Members present:
Al Schreiber
Bart Schindel
Joel Lavarda
Michael Ebsch
Robert Hoyer
Sonny Graese
Members absent/excused:
Others present:
Paul Klose, Landfill Director
Peter Noppenberg, Marinette County Supervisor
Tim Oestriech, Marinette County Land Information Director
Richard Heath, Oconto County Administrator
Pat Virtues, Oconto County P, Z & Solid Waste Administrator
Terry Hinds, Village of Lena
2.
AGENDA
Motion (Schreiber/Lavarda) to approve the agenda. Motion carried. No negative votes.
3.
MINUTES
Motion (Schreiber/Schindel) to approve the minutes of the July 10th, 2026, meeting. Motion
carried. No negative votes.
4.
PUBLIC HEARING 2027 MAR-OCO LANDFILL BUDGETS
Chairperson Hoyer entertained a motion to open the public hearing on the 2027 budgets.
Motion (Schreiber/Schindel) to open the public hearing. Motion carried. No negative votes.
No public comment on the budget was received.
The committee reviewed and discussed the budget before closing the hearing.
Chairperson Hoyer called three times for public comment.
Chairperson Hoyer entertained a motion to close the hearing.
Motion (Lavarda/Ebsch) to close the public hearing. Motion carried. No negative votes.
(Public Hearing closed at 9:14 a.m.)
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Thu Aug 6, 2026
Highway
Highway Committee considers land purchase for new facility campus
The Highway Committee is discussing the purchase of land at the intersection of State Highways 22 and 141 for a new facility campus and outbuildings. The body is also reviewing equipment orders and roadwork updates.
- Proposed purchase of land for Highway Facility Campus and Outbuildings at the northwest corner of State Highways 22 and 141
- Proposed order of two quad-axle and one single-axle vehicles with plow equipment for an estimated 2027 budget cost of $1,205,000
- Review of prior month vendor payments totaling $1,860,267.36 (net)
- Discussion of 2026 paving goals to reach 14.31 miles
- Staffing updates regarding one departing operator and a reposted mechanic position
roadsequipmentreal-estatebudgetinfrastructure
✓ Decided: Highway committee approves truck purchases; land deal stalls
The Highway Committee approved ordering two quad-axle and one single-axle 2027 trucks with plow equipment, funded by the capital improvement plan, for delivery in 2028/2029. A proposed resolution to authorize land purchase negotiations for a new highway facility was not acted on after a landowner withdrew from sale. The committee also discussed facility plans, roadwork updates, and equipment matters.
- Approved ordering two quad-axle and one single-axle 2027 trucks with plow equipment (motion carried)
- No action taken on resolution to proceed with land purchase for highway facility campus
- Approved agenda as presented
- Approved July 9, 2026 minutes as presented
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AGENDA
THURSDAY AUGUST 6, 2026 –9:00 AM
HIGHWAY COMMITTEE OF OCONTO COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
301 WASHINGTON STREET, COURTHOUSE BUILDING “A” ROOM #3041
OCONTO WI 54153
www.ocontocountywi.us
This is an open meeting of a Standing Committee of the Oconto County Board of Supervisors. Notice of
this meeting was given to the public at least twenty-four hours prior to the meeting, by forwarding the
complete agenda to the newspapers and to all news media who have requested the same as well as by
posting. Copies of the complete agenda were available for inspection at the Office of the County Clerk and
from the County’s website calendar: www.ocontocountywi.us
1. Call to Order
2. Statement of County Mission and Vision
3. Approval of Agenda
3.1. Change of Sequence
3.2. Removal of Items
4. Approval of Minutes of Previous Meeting (Enc.)
5. Review Prior Months Vendor Payments (Enc.)
6. Communications
7. Facility Update
8. Approval to Proceed with the Purchase of the Land for Highway Facility Campus and Outbuildings
(Enc.)
9. Approval to Order Two Quad Axles and One Single Axle 2027 (Enc.)
10. Roadwork Update
11. Staffing Update
12. Paving Goals
13. Equipment Update
14. Announcements/General Information (No action to be taken)
15. Next Meeting Date
16. Adjournment
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MINUTES
THURSDAY, AUGUST 6, 2026 – 9:00 A.M.
HIGHWAY COMMITTEE OF OCONTO COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
301 WASHINGTON STREET, COURTHOUSE BUILDING “A” ROOM #3041
OCONTO WI 54153
www.ocontocountywi.gov
(Draft minutes not approved by committee)
COMMITTEE PRESENT: David Christianson, Dave Behrend, Bob Wolf, Joel Lavarda
ABSENT: Bill Hugo
OTHERS PRESENT: Brandon Hytinen - Highway Commissioner; Richard Heath - County Administrator; Al
Sleeter - County Board Chair, Beth Ellingson- Corporation Counsel, Vanessa Hasenberg – Account
Technician, Kurt Berner – Samuels Group, Mike Beyer- County Board Supervisor, Bruce Jeske, Nikki
Tolzman, Larry Duame, Jason Flynn – Town of Stiles Chairperson, Brenda Carey-Mielke, Jeff Belongia -
Huntington, Elliot Pieper - Excel
1. Call to Order
Chair Christianson called the meeting to order at 9:00 am.
2. Statement of County Mission and Vision
Statement of County Mission and Vision was read by Brandon Hytinen, Highway Commissioner.
3. Approval of Agenda
3.1 Change of Sequence – None.
3.2 Removal of Items – None.
Motion by Lavarda/Behrend to approve the agenda as presented. The motion was voted and carried.
4. Approval of Minutes of Previous Meeting(s)
Motion by Behrend/Lavarda to approve July 9, 2026, minutes as presented. The motion was voted and
carried.
5. Review Prior Months Vendor Payments
Vendor payments were discussed.
6. Communications
-NPH- No Impact
-Email received from WisDOT regarding 2025 Wisconsin Act 161 that authorizes the Departmen …
Wed Aug 5, 2026
Health & Human Services
Oconto County Health Board to vote on 2026 contracts and opioid abatement updates
The Oconto County Health and Human Services Board will meet to approve 2026 contracts with Marinette County DHHS and Clarity Care Facility, review opioid abatement fund status, and discuss staffing and program updates. The meeting includes routine approvals and reports with no major policy changes scheduled.
- Approval of 2026 contracts with Marinette County DHHS ($37,874.46 total)
- Approval of 2026 contract amendments with Clarity Care Facility ($97,055.66 total)
- Update on Oconto County Opioid Abatement Ad Hoc Steering Committee ($203,000 current fund balance)
- Approval of amended 2026 fee schedule
- Approval of DHS lease ($4,000 monthly rent)
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✓ Decided: Oconto County HHS Board approves 2026 contracts, amendments, and budget adjustments
The Oconto County Health and Human Services Board approved the 2026 contract with Marinette County DHHS, a contract amendment with Clarity Care Facility, and budget adjustments as presented. The board also accepted the resignation of Case Manager Megan Prather and received updates on fraud recovery, opioid abatement, and program operations.
- Approved 2026 contract with Marinette County DHHS
- Approved 2026 contract amendment with Clarity Care Facility
- Approved budget adjustments as presented
- Approved agenda as written
- Approved July 8, 2026 meeting minutes
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Call Meeting to Order
Statement of County Mission and Vision
Approval of Agenda
3. 1. Changes in Sequence
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Approval of l\4inutes of Previous Meetings (Enc.)
Communications
Presentation Fraud-Kim Reifsteck Fraud lnvestigator
Update Oconto County Opioid Abatement Ad Hoc Steering Committee
Approval of2026 Contracts; Marinette County Dept. of Health and Human Services (Enc.)
Approval of 2026 Contract Amendments; Clarity Care Facility (Enc.)
Approval of Budget Adjustments
Review of Prior Months Vendor Payments (no action to be taken)
Board of Health Report (no action to be taken)
Manager Division Reports (no action to be take)
Approval of Attendance at Non-County Meeting(s)
Announcements/General lnformation (no action to be taken)
Calendar of Upcoming Events for Health and Human Services (Enc.) (no action to be taken)
Set Next Meeting Date(s)
Adjournment
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contact the Oconto County Clerk's office at 920-834-6800 al least ?4 hours before the meeting begins, so
appropriate accommodations can be made.
Persons who are members of another governmental body but who are not members of this comrnittee may
attend this meeting. Their attendance could result in a quorum of another governmental body being present.
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MINUTES
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 5, 2026
OCONTO COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES BOARD
301 WASHINGTON STREET, COURTHOUSE BUILDING “A” COUNTY BOARD ROOM #3041
(Draft minutes until approved by Board)
BOARD PRESENT: Tom Bitters, Bart Schindel, Karl Ballestad, Tracy Winkler, Kathy Gohr, Stephanie
Holman, Julie Graef, Patrick Brennan
BOARD ABSENT: Richard Wood
OTHERS PRESENT: Al Sleeter, County Board Chair; Richard Heath, County Administrator; Beth
Ellingson, Corporation Counsel; Scott Shackelford, Director; Brandon Daul, Deputy Director/Operations
Manager; Will Kline, Vocational Services Manager; Erin Helman, Child Welfare Supervisor; Kyla Soper,
Child Welfare Supervisor; Jaelyn Scanlan, Public Health Officer/Public Health Manager; Alicia Stascak,
Interim Community Services Manager; Lisa Witak, Economic Support Manager; Kim Reifsteck, Fraud
Investigator; David Behrend, County Board Supervisor; 1 Community Member; Wendy Dey, Confidential
Secretary
1.
Call Meeting to Order
The meeting was called to order at 9:00 a.m. by Chair Bitters.
2.
Statement of County Mission and Vision
Shackelford read the County Mission and Vision Statements.
3.
Approval of Agenda
3.1 Change in Sequence – None
3.2 Removal of Items – None
Motion by Holman/Winkler to approve the agenda as written. The motion was voted on and
carried.
4.
Approval of Minutes of Previous Meeting
Motion by Holman/Schindel to approve the July 8, 2026 regular meeting minutes. The motion
was voted on and carried.
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Tue Aug 4, 2026
Land & Water Resources
Oconto County to discuss data center moratorium and 2027 budgets
The Land & Water Resources Committee will review 2027 budget proposals for LIS/Land Records, Land & Water Conservation, and Planning & Zoning/Solid Waste. The body will also discuss a proposed data center moratorium and a local operating agreement with Fox Solar, LLC.
- Discussion of Data Center Moratorium proposal
- Review of Oconto County Local Operating Agreement with Fox Solar, LLC
- Suggested text amendments to Zoning Ordinance
- LumberJack RC&D – Suring Park Grant Application
- Proposed sale changes for Timber Sale Tract 9-26
zoningbudgetsolardata-centersforestrygrants
✓ Decided: Committee forwards 2027 budgets for LIS, Planning/Zoning, Recycling, Land & Water to Administration
The committee forwarded four 2027 departmental budgets to Administration: LIS/Land Records, Planning & Zoning, Recycling/Solid Waste, and Land & Water Conservation. It also approved a preliminary state plat for Bascol Landing in Townsend, authorized a Sustainable Forestry Grant application for invasive species treatment, and directed staff to finalize timber sale boundary changes for Tract 9-26. Discussions were held on a Fox Solar operating agreement, a data center moratorium, and zoning text amendments, but no final decisions were made on those items.
- Forwarded 2027 LIS/Land Records budget to Administration (carried)
- Forwarded 2027 Planning & Zoning and Recycling/Solid Waste budgets to Administration (carried)
- Forwarded 2027 Land & Water Conservation budget to Administration (carried)
- Approved preliminary State Plat Bascol Landing, Town of Townsend (carried)
- Authorized Forest, Parks & Recreation Administrator to apply for Sustainable Forestry Grant for invasive treatment (carried)
- Forwarded Village of Suring Veteran's Memorial Park project to Lumberjack RC&D for consideration (carried)
- Directed Forest, Parks & Recreation Administrator to make timber sale boundary changes for Tract 9-26 and bring back for final approval
- Approved agenda with item 8 moved after item 9 (carried)
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AGENDA
TUESDAY, AUGUST 4, 2026 – 8:30 AM
LAND AND WATER RESOURCES COMMITTEE
OF OCONTO COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
301 WASHINGTON STREET, COURTHOUSE BUILDING “A” ROOM #3041
OCONTO WI 54153
www.ocontocountywi.gov
This is an open meeting of a Standing Committee of the Oconto County Board of Supervisors. Notice of this meeting was
given to the public at least twenty-four hours prior to the meeting, by forwarding the complete agenda to the newspapers
and to all news media who have requested the same as well as by posting. Copies of the complete agenda were available
for inspection at the Office of the County Clerk and from the County’s website calendar: www.ocontocountywi.gov
1. Call to Order
2. Approval of Agenda
2.1. Change of Sequence
2.2. Removal of Items
3. Approval of Minutes of the Previous Meeting (Enc.)
4. Review Previous Months Vendor Payments (Enc.)
5. Communications
6. Extension
6.1. Department Report (No Action to be taken) (Enc.)
7. LIS/Land Records Department
7.1. 2027 LIS/Land Records Budget (Enc.)
7.2. Department Report (No Action to be taken) (Enc.)
8. Land & Water Conservation Department
8.1. LumberJack RC&D – Suring Park Grant Application
8.2. 2027 Land & Water Conservation Department Budget
8.3. Department Report (No Action to be taken)
9. Planning & Zoning/Solid Waste Department
9.1. Discuss Oconto County Local Operating Agreement with Fox Solar, LLC.
9.2. Discuss Data Center Moratorium proposal. (Enc.)
9.3. Discussion on sugge …
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MINUTES
TUESDAY, AUGUST 4, 2026 – 8:30 AM
LAND & WATER RESOURCES COMMITTEE
OF OCONTO COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
301 WASHINGTON STREET, COURTHOUSE BUILDING “A” ROOM #3041
OCONTO WI 54153
www.co.oconto.wi.us
(Draft minutes, not approved by Committee)
COMMITTEE PRESENT: Mike Beyer; Tim Cole, Pat Scanlan, Wayne Kaczrowski and Dale Mohr
OTHERS PRESENT: Dave Poffinbarger, GIS/LIO/LIS Administrator; Patrick Virtues, Planning, Zoning and Solid
Waste Administrator; Ken Dolata, Land & Water Conservationist; Chris Firgens, Forest, Parks & Recreation
Administrator; Al Sleeter, County Board Chair; Richard Heath, County Administrator; Beth Ellingson, Corporation
Counsel; Todd Skarban; Sheriff; Michelle Seefeldt, Account Specialist; Kim Pytleski, County Clerk; Stephanie
Nault, UW-Extension Area Director; Brenda Carey-Mielke, Supervisor District #29; Steve Kaufman, DNR Liaison;
Josh Schmitt; Patricia Lindquist; Teresa Rogatzki; Chris Walters; David Berg, Debbie Berg; Paul Berg; Zane
McNulty; and others present.
1.
Call to Order
Chair Beyer called the meeting to order at 8:30 AM and read the Mission Statement.
2.
Approval of Agenda
2.1. Change of Sequence –Scanlan to move agenda items #8 after agenda item #9.
2.2. Removal of Items – None
Motion by Scanlan/Kaczrowski to approve the agenda with agenda items 8 to be moved after agenda item 9.
Motion was voted on and was carried.
3.
Approval of Minutes of Previous Meeting
Motion by Cole/ Mohr to approve the meeting minutes of July 7, 2026 and …
Wed Jul 29, 2026
Board of Adjustments
Oconto County Board of Adjustments to hold four public hearings
The Board of Adjustments will meet to approve previous minutes and conduct public hearings. The meeting includes hearings for four specific individuals or pairs of individuals.
- Public hearing: Mark Turensky
- Public hearing: Pat Houlihan
- Public hearing: Brian & Cindy Buckles
- Public hearing: Matthew Chevalier & Tammy Roofers
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✓ Decided: Board of Adjustments elects officers and approves meeting minutes
The Board of Adjustments held its annual organization meeting to elect leadership. The board also approved the agenda and minutes from previous meetings. No zoning or land-use variances were decided during this session.
- Elected Al Sleeter as Chair (unanimous)
- Elected Al Sleeter as Vice Chair (unanimous)
- Elected Carol Heise as Secretary (unanimous)
- Approved the business meeting agenda
- Approved June 23, 2026 business meeting minutes
- Approved July 29, 2026 public hearing minutes
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AGENDA
WEDNESDAY JULY 29, 2026 AT 2:30 PM
BOARD OF ADJUSTMENTSROOM 3041, COUNTY BOARD ROOM THIRD FLOOR, COURTHOUSE BUILDING “A”
301 WASHINGTON STREET, OCONTO, WI 54153
This is an open meeting of the Oconto County Board of Adjustments Committee. Notice of the meeting was given to the public at least twenty-four hours prior to the meeting, by forwarding the complete agenda to the newspapers and to all new media who have requested the same as well as by posting. Copies of the complete agenda were available for inspection at the Office of the County Clerk and from the county’s website calendar: www.ocontocountywi.gov
Approval of Agenda
Change of Sequence
Removal of Items
Approval of Minutes
Business Meeting of June 23, 2026
Public Hearings of July 29, 20261) Mark Turensky
2) Pat Houlihan
3) Brian & Cindy Buckles
4) Matthew Chevalier & Tammy Roofers
Public Comments
Hearing Dates
Public Hearings
Business Meeting Date
Adjournment
Any person wishing to attend the meeting who requires special accommodation because of a disability should contact the Oconto County Clerk’s office at 920-834-6800 at least 24 hours before the meeting begins so that appropriate accommodations can be made.
Persons who are members of another governmental body, but who are not members of this committee, may attend this meeting. Their attendance could result in a quorum of another governmental body being present. Such a quorum is unintended, and they are not meeting to exercise the authority, duties …
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MINUTES
WEDNESDAY JULY 29, 2026 AT 2:30 PM
BOARD OF ADJUSTMENTS
Draft minutes until Committee approved
Meeting called to order at 3:55 PM AM by Al Sleeter, Chair.
BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT: Al Sleeter, Dave Behrend, Carol Heise, Char Meier, and Dave Christianson
1. Approval of Agenda
a. Change of Sequence
b. Removal of Items
Moved by Christianson, seconded by Meier, to approve the agenda of the business meeting.
Motion voted on and carried.
2. Approval of Minutes
a. Business Meeting of July 29, 2026
Moved by Behrend, seconded by Christianson, to approve the minutes of the business meeting of
June 23, 2026. Motion voted and carried.
b. Public Hearings of July 29, 2026
1) Mark Turensky
2)Pat Houlihan
3) Brian & Cindy Buckles
4) Matthew Chevalier & Tammy Roffers
Moved by Behrend, seconded by Meier to approve the minutes of the public hearing of July 29,
2026. Motion voted on and carried.
3. Annual Organization Meeting to elect Chair, Vice Chair & Secretary
1. Nominate Al Sleeter as Chair, moved by Heise, seconded by Behrend. Close and
cast unanimous vote, moved by Heise, seconded by Behrend.
2. Nominate Al Sleeter as Vice Chair, moved by Behrend, seconded by
Christianson. Close and cast unanimous vote, moved by Behrend, seconded by
Christianson.
3. Nominate Carol Heise as Secretary, moved by Behrend, seconded by Meier
Close and cast unanimous vote, moved by Behrend, seconded by Meier.
4. Public Comments- Start North for hearings when nece …
Tue Jul 28, 2026
Local Emergency Planning Committee
Oconto County LEPC to review spill reports and hazardous material response
The Local Emergency Planning Committee will discuss hazardous material response and cleanup. The body is reviewing the 2026 spill report and off-site plans for Valley Environmental.
- 2026 Spill Report for Oconto County
- Fox Solar LLC Project update
- Hazardous Material Response Team discussion
- Review of Valley Environmental hazardous material cleanup off-site plans
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✓ Decided: LEPC approves 2026 off-site hazardous material plans
The Local Emergency Planning Committee approved the 2026 off-site plans as submitted. The committee also received updates on the Fox Solar LLC project and the 2026 spill report.
- Approved agenda
- Approved May 26, 2026 meeting minutes
- Approved and signed off on completed 2026 off-site plans
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AGENDA
TUESDAY, JULY 28, 2026 – 8:30 A.M.
LEPC COMMITTEE OF
OCONTO COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
LEC CONFERENCE ROOM – NORTH/SOUTH
301 WASHINGTON STREET, OCONTO WI 54153
www.ocontocountywi.gov
This is an open meeting of a Standing Committee of the Oconto County Board of Supervisors.
Notice of this meeting was given to the public at least twenty-four hours prior to the meeting,
by forwarding the complete agenda to the newspapers and to all news media who have
requested the same as well as by posting. Copies of the complete agenda were available for
inspection at the Office of the County Clerk and from the County’s website calendar:
www.ocontocountywi.gov
1. Approval of Agenda
Change of Sequence
Removal of items
2. Approval of Previous Meeting Minutes (Enc.)
3. Communications
4. 2026 Spill Report for Oconto County (Enc.)
5. Fox Solar LLC Project Update/Information
6. Hazardous Material Response Team
7. Hazardous Material Clean Up - Valley Environmental
a. Review Off-Site Plans
8. Informational Items
9. Set Next Meeting Date
10. Adjournment
“If you are an individual with a disability and need a special accommodation while attending
this meeting, as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act, please notify the County
Clerk, Kim Pytleski, Oconto County Courthouse (920) 834-6806 at least 24 hrs. Prior to the
meeting in order to make suitable arrangements.” Thank you. (TDD # 920-834-7045)
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MINUTES
TUESDAY JULY 28, 2026 – 8:30 A.M.
LOCAL EMERGENCY PLANNING COMMITTEE OF
OCONTO COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
LAW ENFORCEMENT CENTER SOUTH
301 WASHINGTON STREET, OCONTO, WI 54153-1699
www.ocontocountywi.gov
Draft minutes, not approved by Committee
COMMITTEE PRESENT: Tim Cole, County Board Supervisor; Bob Bake, LEPC Vice Chair; Jaelyn Scanlan, Oconto County Health
& Human Services Manager; Jon Spice, Oconto County Emergency Management Director; Tim Magnin, LEPC Chair/City of Oconto
Falls Fire Chief; Richard Heath, Oconto County Administrator; Beth McCormick, Valley Environmental; Kate Enriquez, Oconto
County Health & Human Services; David Parmentier, County Board Supervisor ; Dennis Kroll, County Board Supervisor; Kevin
Strum, KCS International
ALSO PRESENT: Rachel Wilcox, Oconto County Emergency Management Account Specialist; Lori Witthuhn, Town of Morgan
Chair; Kim Pytleski, County Clerk; Vanessa Hasenberg, Oconto County Highway Dept. Account Technician
Chair Magin declared a quorum at 8:31 a.m.
1. Approval of Agenda
A. Change of Agenda- None
B. Removal of Items- None
Motion by Bake/Cole to approve agenda. The motion was voted on and was carried.
2. Approval of Minutes from Previous Meeting (Enc.)
Motion by Cole/Witthuhn to approve the minutes from May 26, 2026, LEPC Meeting. The motion was voted on and
carried.
3. Communications-
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Fri Jul 24, 2026
Crime Prevention Fund Board
Thu Jul 23, 2026
County Board
Board to approve multiple zoning changes and tax measures
The Oconto County Board will consider a consent agenda that includes several zoning change petitions for towns such as Gillett, Little Suamico, Pensaukee, Spruce, Underhill, Brazeau and others. The meeting also includes an appointment to the Aging Advisory Council and regular agenda items to approve employee handbook revisions and county sales‑tax funding for highway road improvement projects. All items are presented for board approval during the July 23 meeting.
- Approve zoning change for Town of Gillett (Luther Farms LLC) – Agricultural to Rural Residential
- Approve zoning change for Town of Little Suamico (Pat Houlihan) – Agricultural to Park and Recreation
- Approve zoning change for Town of Pensaukee (Scott Raether) – Agricultural w/ Conservancy/Shoreland Wetland to Agricultural
- Approve county sales tax for County Highway Road Improvement Projects
- Appointment to Aging Advisory Council (Helmle)
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✓ Decided: County Board approves $790,000 for highway and bridge improvements
The Board approved funding for road work on County Highway F and repairs to the CTH CC bridge. Additionally, the Board adopted revisions to the Employee Handbook and approved several zoning changes and one council appointment.
- Approved $365,000 in sales tax revenue for 1.56 miles of improvement on County Highway F (27-0)
- Approved $425,000 from sales tax and ARPA interest for CTH CC bridge repairs (27-0)
- Adopted revised Employee Handbook (27-0)
- Confirmed appointment of Penny Helmle to the Aging Advisory Council (27-0)
- Approved zoning changes for Luther Farms LLC, Pat Houlihan, Scott Raether, and Mary Kozlovsky (27-0)
- Approved zoning changes for Thomas Dake and Clint Schroeder (27-0)
- Approved consent rezones for properties in Brazeau, Gillett, Lakewood, and Stiles (27-0)
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AGENDA
WEDNESDAY, JULY 22, 2026 -4:00 AM CDT
OCONTO COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS MEETING
COUNTY BOARD ROOM #3041 - COURTHOUSE 3RD FLOOR - BLDG. A
301 WASHINGTON STREET, OCONTO, WI 54153
This is an open meeting of the Oconto County Board of Supervisors. Notice of this meeting was given to the public at least twenty-
four hours prior to the meeting, by forwarding the complete agenda to the newspapers and to all news media who have requested
the same as well as by posting. Copies of the complete agenda were available for inspection at the Office of the County Clerk and
from the County's website calendar. www.ocontocountywi.gov
1. Call to Order and Roll Call
2. Pledge of Allegiance
3. Invocation - Supervisor Kroll
4. Statement of County Mission and Vision
5. Presentation of Awards and Recognition
6. Presentation of Communications and Petitions
7. Public Comment (Speakers must sign in prior to meeting and will be given three minutes to address the county board
regarding items on the current agenda.)
8. Consent Agenda
Removal of items from Consent Agenda
Approval of Consent Agenda
8.1. A2026-07-01 Zoning Change
Town of Gillett (Luther Farms LLC) – L&W Resources Com.
A2026-07-01 Zoning Change - Town of Gillett (Luther Farms LLC).pdf
8.2. A2026-07-02 Zoning Change
Town of Little Suamico (Houlihan) – L&W Resources Com.
A2026-07-02 Zoning Change - Town of Little Suamico (Houlihan).pdf
8.3. A2026-07-03 Zoning Change
Town of Pensaukee (Raether) – L&W Resources Com.
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PROCEEDINGS - THURSDAY, JULY 23, 2026
OCONTO COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS MEETING
1.
Call to Order and Roll Call
County Board Chair, Al Sleeter, called the meeting to order at 9:00 a.m. the County Board Room #3041, located
at the Oconto County Courthouse, 301 Washington St., Oconto, WI by stating “This is an open meeting of the
Oconto County Board of Supervisors. Notice of this meeting was given to the public at least 24 hours prior to the
meeting by forwarding the complete agenda to the newspapers and to all news media who have requested the
same, as well as by posting. Copies of the complete agenda were available for inspection at the office of the
County Clerk.” County Clerk, Kim Pytleski, recorded the attendance, with 27 members present: Supervisors
Behrend, Beyer, Bitters, Brennan, Carey-Mielke, Christianson, Cole, Gooding, Heise, Hugo, Kaczrowski,
Kobylarczyk; Kroll, Lavarda, Matravers, Meier, Ondik, Parmentier, Porior, Scanlan, Scheffen, Schindel, Schreiber,
Sleeter, Winkler, Wolf, Wood; 4 absent: Bartels, Holman, Mohr, and Wittkopf.
2.
Pledge of Allegiance
3.
Invocation was given by Supervisor Kroll.
4.
Statement of County Mission and Vision was recited by County Administrator, Richard Heath.
5.
Presentation of Awards and Recognition
6.
Presentation of Communications and Petitions
- Email received 07/22/2026 from the Town of Little Suamico Clerk, regarding establishment of a memorial for
Elmer Ragen to be dedicated at Lit …
Wed Jul 22, 2026
Traffic Safety Commission
Traffic Safety Commission reviews reports, no actions taken
The Oconto County Traffic Safety Commission will meet to receive and discuss a series of informational reports, including highway construction and repair proposals, WDOT BOTS updates, traffic safety legislation, and crash data. Members will also review community spot maps and fatal crash reviews. No formal actions or decisions are scheduled for any of these items.
- Report on status of area highway construction and repair proposals
- WDOT BOTS quarterly report and updates
- Traffic safety legislation update
- Spot map report and fatal crash review for Q1 2026
- Announcement of new Wisconsin State Patrol facility in Wrightstown
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✓ Decided: Traffic Safety Commission approves agenda and previous meeting minutes
The commission approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from April 22, 2026. The remainder of the meeting consisted of informational reports on highway construction, traffic safety data, and public health safety programs.
- Approved agenda (carried)
- Approved 04/22/2026 minutes (carried)
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AGENDA
WEDNESDAY, JULY 22, 2026 – 10:00 A.M.
OCONTO COUNTY TRAFFIC SAFETY COMMISSION
LEC CONFERENCE ROOM – NORTH/SOUTH
301 WASHINGTON ST. OCONTO, WI 54153
www.ocontocountywi.gov
This is an open meeting of the Oconto County Traffic Safety Commission. Notice of this meeting was given
to the public at least twenty-four hours prior to the meeting, by forwarding the complete agenda to the
newspapers and to all news media who have requested the same as well as by posting. Copies of the
complete agenda were available for inspection at the Office of the County Clerk and from the County’s
website calendar: www.ocontocountywi.gov
1. Call to Order
2. Approval of Agenda
2.1. Change of Sequence
2.2. Removal of Items
3. Approval of Minutes of Previous Meeting (Enc.)
4. Public Appearances/Communications
5. Reports (No Action to be taken)
5.1. Status of Area Highway Construction and Repair Proposals
5.2. WDOT BOTS Report and Updates
5.3. Traffic Safety Legislation Report
5.4. Traffic Safety Coordinator Report
5.5. Commission Member Reports
6. Locations of Traffic Hazard and Recommended Improvements to Enhance Safety
7. Traffic Crashes – Community Maps Review
7.1. Spot Map Report
7.2. Fatality Crash Review (Enc.)
8. Traffic Safety Training
9. Announcements/General Information (No action to be taken)
10. Set Next Meeting Date
11. Adjournment
Wisconsin Department of Transportation Traffic Safety Education
http://wisconsindot.gov/Pages/safety/education/default …
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MINUTES
WEDNESDAY, JULY 22, 2026 – 10:00 A.M.
OCONTO COUNTY TRAFFIC SAFETY COMMISSION
LEC CONFERENCE ROOM – NORTH/SOUTH
301 WASHINGTON ST. OCONTO, WI 54153
www.ocontocountywi.gov
(Draft minutes, not approved by Committee)
COMMITTEE PRESENT: Chad Angus, Chief Deputy; Jaelyn Scanlan, Public Health Officer; Jon
Spice, Emergency Management Director; Brandon Hytinen, Highway Commissioner; Jennifer
Austin, Sergeant, Wisconsin State Patrol; Todd Horn, WIDOT; Rodney Hamilton, WIDOT
COMMITTEE ABSENT: Beth Ellingson, Corporation Counsel; Carol Andrews, Education
Representative
OTHERS PRESENT: Faith Patenaude, Administrative Specialist; Brad Olson, Police Chief
1. Call to Order
Chad Angus, Chief Deputy, called the meeting to order at 10:00 a.m.
2. Approval of Agenda
2.1. Change of Sequence – None.
2.2. Removal of Items – None.
Motion by Spice/Olson to approve the agenda as presented. The motion was voted on and was
carried.
3. Approval of Minutes of Previous Meeting
Motion by Olson/Spice to approve the 04/22/2026 minutes. The motion was voted on and was
carried.
4. Public Appearances/Communications – None
5. Reports – Informational Only; No Action to be Taken
5.1. Status of Area Highway Construction and Repair Proposals
- Rodney Hamilton, Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WIDOT) presented the
report and reviewed lane/road closures in the area. Discussion followed.
Online updates can be found at: https://projects.511wi.gov/weeklyupdates-ne/
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Mon Jul 20, 2026
Town of Riverview - Seven Town & NOCCO
NOCCO Towns meeting to review ordinances and e-bike rules
The NOCCO Towns will meet to review the progress of town ordinance reviews. The body will also discuss an e-bike ordinance and hold a final NOCCO meeting discussion.
- Review of town ordinance progress
- Review of e-bike ordinance
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NOCCO Towns Meeting
On 20 July 2026 , at 09 :00 A.M.
Riverview Community Center – 15152 Island Lake Rd
Meeting Agenda
1. CALL TO ORDER - Pledge of Allegiance
2. STATEMENT IN REGARD TO COMPLIANCE WITH OPEN MEETING LAW.
3. APPROVE Minutes from the 13 April 2026 meeting .
4. Approve Agenda
Business:
1. Review where towns are with reviewing ordin ances.
2. Review E bike ordinance.
3. Final NOCCO meeting discussion.
Jim Zittlow
NO CCO Chair man
15 July 2026
Thu Jul 16, 2026
Administration
Oconto County Administration Committee to review employee handbook and road funding
The committee will consider the final draft of the Employee Handbook and discuss the 2027 budget and Capital Improvement Plan. The body is also reviewing funding for highway improvement projects using sales tax and ARPA interest.
- Resolution for approval of the Employee Handbook
- Resolution for Sales Tax and ARPA interest funding for County Highway CC Improvement Project
- Resolutions for County Sales Tax for County Highway Road Improvement Project addition
- Closed session to discuss legal strategy with corporation counsel
- Updates on Bug Tussel bonding and the Fox Solar Project
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✓ Decided: Committee forwarded multiple highway funding resolutions to County Board
The Administration Committee approved its agenda and the June 11 meeting minutes. It voted to forward the Employee Handbook resolution to the County Board. The committee convened a closed session (6 ayes) and then returned to open session. It also forwarded two highway funding resolutions—one for Sales Tax and ARPA interest and another for County Sales Tax—to the County Board for approval.
- Approved agenda as presented (carried)
- Approved June 11, 2026 minutes (carried)
- Forwarded Employee Handbook resolution to County Board (carried)
- Convene closed session (6 ayes, carried)
- Return to open session (carried)
- Forward Sales Tax and ARPA interest funding resolution for County Highway CC Improvement Project to County Board (carried)
- Forward County Sales Tax highway road improvement project resolution to County Board (carried)
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AGENDA
THURSDAY, JULY 16, 2026 – 9:00 A.M.
ADMINISTRATION COMMITTEE OF OCONTO COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
301 WASHINGTON STREET, COURTHOUSE BUILDING “A” ROOM #3041
OCONTO, WI 54153
www.ocontocountywi.gov
This is an open meeting of a Standing Committee of the Oconto County Board of Supervisors. Notice of this meeting was given to the public
at least twenty-four hours prior to the meeting, by forwarding the complete agenda to the newspapers and to all news media who have
requested the same as well as by posting. Copies of the complete agenda were available for inspection at the Office of the County Clerk and
from the County’s website calendar: www.ocontocountywi.gov
1. Call to Order
2. Statement of County Mission & Vision
Mission Statement: To responsibly serve, support, and protect the people and places throughout our community.
Vision Statement: An empowered community where safety, sustainability, and well-being are enhanced by our work.
3. Approval of Agenda
3.1. Change of Sequence
3.2. Removal of Items
4. Approval of Minutes of Previous June 11, 2026, Meeting (Enc.)
5. Communications
6. Veterans Service Office
6.1. Veterans Service Officer Monthly Report (Enc.)
7. Treasurer
7.1. Treasurer’s Report – April (Enc.)
7.2. Land Sale Bid Acceptance Report, Information Only (Enc.)
8. Human Resources Director
8.1. Monthly Employee Update Report – June 2026; Information Only (Enc.)
8.2. Employee Handbook Final Draft (Enc.)
8.3. Resolution for Approval of Emplo …
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MINUTES
THURSDAY , JU LY 16 , 202 6 – 9 :00 A.M.
ADMINISTRATION COMMITTEE OF OCONTO COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
301 WASHINGTON ST REET , COURTHOUSE B UILDING “ A ” ROOM # 3041
OCONTO , WI 54153
www.ocontocountywi.gov
(Draft minutes, not approved by Committee)
COMMITTEE PRESENT: Al Sleeter, Dennis K roll, Don Bartels , Char Meier , Carol Heise and John Matravers
COMMITTEE ABSENT : None.
OTHERS PRESENT : Betty Bickel, Finance Director; Ron Christensen, Veterans Services Officer; Beth Ellingson,
Corporation Counsel; Richard Heath, County Administrator ; Nikki Tolzman, Treasurer; Shelly Schultz, Human
Resources Director; Brandon Hytinen , H ighway Commissioner; David Behrend , County Supervisor ; Jayme Sellen,
TEDCOR; Beth Trudell
1. Call to Order
Chair Sleeter called the meeting to order at 9: 00 a.m.
2. Statement of County Mission and Vision
Richard Heath, County Administrator, recited the Oconto County Mission and Vision Statement.
3. Approval of Agenda
3.1. Change of Sequence – None.
3.2. Removal of Items – None.
Motion by Heise/Meier to approve the agenda as presented. The motion was voted on and carried.
4. Approval of Minutes of Previous June 11 , 202 6 , Meeting
Motion by Matravers/Kroll to approve June 11 , 202 6 , minutes as presented . The motion was voted on and
carried .
5. Communications – None.
Chair Sleeter reminded committee members to use microphones when speaking during the meeting.
6. Veterans Service Office
6.1. Veterans Service Officer Monthly Report
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Wed Jul 15, 2026
Property & Technology
Committee to discuss property and technology updates
The Oconto County Property & Technology Committee will meet to review meeting logistics, approve minutes, and discuss updates on technology services and facility maintenance.
- Approval of June 10, 2026, committee minutes
- Review and approve Property & Technology meeting date and time change
- Technology Service Report including 2027 budget update
- Facilities Manager Report
- Review prior months vendor payments
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✓ Decided: Approved one-year gas contract extension at $4.92 per DTH
The committee approved the agenda and the minutes from the June 10, 2026 meeting. It voted to change the regular Property & Technology Committee meeting to the second Tuesday of each month at 9:00 a.m. The committee also approved a one‑year extension of the natural gas supply contract for the 2027/2028 heating season at a rate of $4.92 per Dekatherm.
- Approved agenda as presented (motion carried)
- Approved June 10, 2026 meeting minutes (motion carried)
- Changed regular meeting date/time to second Tuesday each month at 9:00 a.m. (motion carried)
- Approved one‑year extension of gas contract for 2027/2028 at $4.92 per DTH (motion carried)
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AGENDA
(WEDNESDAY) JULY 15, 2026 – 8:30 A.M.
PROPERTY & TECHNOLOGY COMMITTEE OF OCONTO COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
COUNTY BOARD ROOM #3041, COURTHOUSE 3RD FLOOR, BLDG “A”
OCONTO WI 54153
www.ocontocountywi.gov
This is an open meeting of a Standing Committee of the Oconto County Board of Supervisors. Notice of this meeting was given to the
public at least twenty-four hours prior to the meeting, by forwarding the complete agenda to the newspapers and to all news media who
have requested the same as well as by posting. Copies of the complete agenda were available for inspection at the Office of the
County Clerk and from the County’s website calendar: www.ocontocountywi.gov
Mission: To responsibly serve, support, and protect the people and places throughout our community.
Vision: An empowered community where safety, sustainability, and well-being are enhanced by our work.
1. Call to Order
2. Statement of County Mission and Vision
3. Approval of Agenda
3.1. Change of Sequence
3.2. Removal of Items
4. Approval of Minutes of Previous Meeting of 6/10/2026 (Enc.)
5. Communications
6. Review and Approve Property & Technology Meeting Date and Time Change
7. Constellation Gas Representative
8. Facilities Manager Report (No action to be taken)
9. On-Call Log
10. Technology Service Report (No action to be taken)
10.1. Bug Tussel Update
10.2. Courtroom Project Update
10.3. All Informational Update
10.4. 2027 Budget Update
10.5. Intrado Issues
10.6. Printer Management …
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MINUTES
(WEDNESDAY) JULY 15, 2026 – 8:30 A.M.
PROPERTY & TECHNOLOGY COMMITTEE OF
OCONTO COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
301 WASHINGTON STREET, COURTHOUSE BUILDING “A” ROOM #3041
OCONTO WI 54153
www.ocontocountywi.gov
(Draft minutes, not approved by Committee)
COMMITTEE PRESENT: Guy Gooding, John Wittkopf, Wesley Kobylarczyk, Brenda Carey-Mielke, Rick Scheffen
COMMITTEE ABSENT: None
OTHERS PRESENT: Richard Heath, County Administrator; Al Sleeter, County Board Chair; Melissa Schwaller,
Technology Services Director; Scott Krueger, Facilities Manager; Beth Ellingson, Corporation Counsel; Kathy
Goldschmidt, Chief Deputy County Clerk; Kim Pytleski, County Clerk; Brent Rabas, Representative Constellation Gas;
Dennis Kroll, County Board Supervisor; Joe Porior, County Board Supervisor; members of the public.
1. Call to Order
Chair Gooding called the meeting to order at 8:32 a.m.
2. Statement of County Mission and Vision
Statement of County Mission and Vision were read by County Administrator, Richard Heath.
3. Approval of Agenda
3.1. Change of Sequence – None.
3.2. Removal of Items – None.
Motion by Wittkopf/Kobylarczyk to approve the agenda as presented. The motion was voted on and carried.
4. Approval of Minutes of Previous Meeting
Motion by Carey-Mielke/Kobylarczyk to approve the Property & Technology minutes of June 10, 2026. The motion
was voted on and carried.
5. Communications - None
6. Review and Approve Property & Technology Meeting Date and Tim …
Wed Jul 15, 2026
Public Safety
Committee will approve Badger Sheriff conference lodging request
The Public Safety Committee will vote on a lodging request for the Badger Sheriff conference and review a late vendor invoice from Cooks Direct. It will also discuss the use of flock cameras (no action) and consider changes to future meeting times. Additional reports include updates on the Fox Solar Project and other agency activities, all of which are informational only.
- Review Late Vendor Invoice Payment – Cooks Direct (no action)
- Approval of Badger Sheriff Conference Lodging Request
- Information and Discussion of Flock Cameras (no action)
- Discuss Proposed Meeting Time Changes
- Fox Solar Project Update (report only)
public-safetybudgetconferencevendorcamerassolarmeeting-time
✓ Decided: Committee approved waiver of policy for Badger Sheriff Conference lodging
The Public Safety Committee approved the meeting agenda and the June 10, 2026 minutes. It authorized payment of the past‑due Cooks Direct invoice and waived the Financial Management Policy to allow lodging for the Badger Sheriff Conference. No action was taken on the proposed change to meeting start time.
- Approved agenda (motion carried)
- Approved June 10, 2026 minutes (motion carried)
- Approved payment of Cooks Direct invoice (motion carried)
- Approved waiver of Financial Management Policy and lodging request for Badger Sheriff Conference (motion carried)
- No action on proposed meeting time change
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AGENDA
WEDNESDAY, JULY 15, 2026 – 10:00 AM
PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE OF OCONTO COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
301 WASHINGTON STREET, COURTHOUSE BUILDING “A” ROOM #3041
www.ocontocountywi.gov
This is an open meeting of a Standing Committee of the Oconto County Board of Supervisors. Notice of this meeting
was given to the public at least twenty-four hours prior to the meeting, by forwarding the complete agenda to the
newspapers and to all news media who have requested the same as well as by posting. Copies of the complete
agenda were available for inspection at the Office of the County Clerk and from the County’s website calendar:
www.ocontocountywi.gov
Mission: To responsibly serve, support, and protect the people and places throughout our community.
Vision: An empowered community where safety, sustainability, and well-being are enhanced by our work.
1. Call to Order
2. Statement of Mission and Vision
3. Approval of Agenda
3.1. Change of Sequence
3.2. Removal of Items
4. Approval of Minutes of Previous Meeting (Enc.)
5. Communications
6. Reports (No Action to be Taken)
6.1. District Attorney Monthly Report (Enc.)
6.2. Medical Examiner Monthly Report (Enc.)
6.3. Child Support Monthly Report (Enc.)
6.4. Jail Population Numbers and Updates
6.5. Monthly Calls for Service (Enc.)
6.6. Emergency Management Director Report
6.7. Opioid Abatement Ad-Hoc Steering Committee Report
6.8. Fox Solar Project Update
7. Review Late Vendor Invoice Payment – Cooks Direct (Enc.) …
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MINUTES
WEDNESDAY , JULY 15 , 2026 – 10:00 AM
PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE OF OCONTO COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
LEC CONFERENCE ROOM – NORTH/SOUTH
301 WASHINGTON ST REET , COURTHOUSE BUILDING “ A ” ROOM #3041
www.ocontocountywi.gov
(Draft minutes, not approved by Committee)
COMMITTEE PRESENT: Dennis Kroll, Tracy Ondik, Al Schreiber , David Parmentier , Joe Porior
COMMITTEE ABSENT: None
OTHERS PRESENT: Al Sleeter, County Board Chair; Richard Heath, County Administrator; Marie Lasecki,
Contracted Oconto County Child Support Director; Rachel Race, Legal Assistant II DA; Todd Skarban, Sheriff;
Carol Kopp, Jail Administrator; Madie DeKeyer, Operations Manager Brown County M edical Examiner ’s Office;
Kim Pytleski, County Clerk ; Supervisor Wood ; District 20; Beth Trudell, Bruce Jeske
1. Call to Order
Chair Kroll called the meeting to order at 10: 00 a.m.
2. Statement of Mission and Vision
Kim Pytleski, County Clerk , recited Oconto County ’s Mission and Vision statements.
3. Approval of Agenda
3.1. Change of Sequence – None.
3.2. Removal of Items – None.
Motion by Ondik/Parmentier to approve the agenda. The motion was voted on and carried.
4. Approval of Minutes of Previous Meeting
Motion by Schreibe r/Parmentier to approve June 10 , 202 6 , minutes as presented. The motion was voted on
and carried.
5. Communications – None.
6. Reports (No Action to be Taken)
6.1. District Attorney Monthly Report
Rachel Race, Legal Assistant II DA , reviewed the D istrict Attorney report and staff …
Wed Jul 15, 2026
Town of Riverview - Seven Town & NOCCO
Seven Towns meeting to discuss E-Scooter and E-Bike ordinance
Representatives from the towns of Brazeau, Breed, Doty, Lakewood, Mountain, Riverview, and Townsend will meet to discuss mutual concerns. The agenda includes reports from county administration, law enforcement, and emergency management.
- NOCCO Committee report and municipal input on E-Scooter & E-Bike Ordinance
- Oconto County Administrator report
- Oconto County Sheriff report
- TEDCOR report
- Emergency Management and Humane Animal Control reports
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AGENDA
Seven Towns Meeting
7.15.2026
Vision Statement:
Representatives of the seven northern towns of Oconto County work together for the betterment of all
communities and their citizens to discuss, investigate and resolve concerns of mutual interest through
collaboration and cooperation of the towns and law enforcement.
The Seven Town Boards of Brazeau, Breed, Doty, Lakewood, Mountain, Riverview & Townsend will meet
on: Wednesday, July 15, 2026 - 6:30 p.m. at the Town of Townsend
16564 Elm Street. P. O. Box 227, Townsend, WI 54175
The purpose of the meeting is to discuss areas of mutual interest and
concern and to consider actions to address such concerns.
e Call to order
e Please silence all electronic devices
e Roll call
e Pledge of Allegiance
e Agenda approval
e Review and approve minutes of 4.22.2026
Business Items:
1. Oconto County Administrator report — 10 minutes
Presenter: Richard Heath or Designee, Oconto County Administrator
2. Oconto County Sheriff or Designee — 10 minutes
Presenter: Todd Skarban, Oconto County Sheriff
3. NOCCO Committee Report & Municipalities Input (E-Scooter & E-Bike Ordinance) — 10 minutes
Presenter: Jim Zittlow, Chairperson of Town of Riverview
5. TEDCOR Report — 10 minutes
Presenter: Jayme Sellen, Executive Director, TEDCOR
Emergency Management Report — 10 minutes
Presenter: Jon Spice, Oconto County Emergency Management
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7. Humane Animal Control Report — 5 minutes
Presenter: Piper Wixom, Humane Officer
8. Establish details …
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🌐 County-level context (Oconto County)
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Net migration+150 people (+$28.8M net AGI · 2023)
Federal disasters (10 yr)3 ({"Flood": 2, "Biological": 2, "Drought": 1, "Hurricane": 1} · last Sat Apr 4, 2020)
Traffic fatalities7 (2024)
Business establishments781 (7,246 employees · 2023)
Fair Market Rent (2BR)$933/mo (186 assisted households · 2025)
Adults with low literacy15.2% (low numeracy 25% · 2017)
Sources: BLS LAUS, IRS SOI, FEMA, NHTSA FARS, Census CBP, HUD, NCES PIAAC
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Permitted housing units
The money — in
source: Census gov-finance & state comptrollerBudget
Revenue$46.9M
Spending$43.6M
Revenue ran ahead of operating spending this year.
Debt load MODERATE
Outstanding debt$16.2M
Debt-to-revenue0.35×
Debt-load index46 / 100
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