Oconto County public meetings in 2022

Land & Water Resources

The Land and Water Resources Committee will consider a resolution to approve the purchase of a Caterpillar 420-07HT backhoe loader from Fabick Cat for $124,378.11, funded from the approved 2023 budget. The resolution recommends accepting the lowest bid after other bids were reviewed and one vendor did not meet specifications.

• Resolution R2022-12-XX: Purchase of one backhoe loader for $124,378.11 from Fabick Cat (Caterpillar 420-07HT)
• Three bids received: Fabick Cat ($124,378.11), Swiderski Equipment ($124,050, did not meet specs), Brooks Tractor ($163,320)
• Fiscal impact of $124,378.11 is in the approved 2023 budget

The Land & Water Resources Committee reviewed bids for a backhoe/loader. The committee voted to send a resolution to the County Board to purchase a Caterpillar 420-07HT Loader from Fabick Cat.

• Approved agenda
• Recommended purchase of Caterpillar 420-07HT Loader from Fabick Cat for $124,378.11 (carried)

County Board

The Oconto County Board of Supervisors will meet to consider a consent agenda with nine zoning changes, a forestry ordinance update, and several resolutions, plus regular agenda items including contracts for software, economic development, and a new Sheriff's Resource Officer. They will also vote on purchases and change orders for emergency radio towers.

• 9 zoning changes in Towns of Brazeau, Gillett, How, Maple Valley, Riverview, and Stiles
• R2022-12-06: 24-month contract for NeoGov Insight software
• R2022-12-07: 2023 contract with OCEDC for economic development and tourism
• R2022-12-08: Creation of Sheriff's Resource Officer with Suring School District
• R2022-12-12 to R2022-12-15: Change orders for emergency radio tower sites

The Board approved several land rezoning requests across various towns and authorized significant public safety expenditures, including new radio equipment and a school resource officer. Additionally, the 2023 Annual Forestry Work Plan was adopted.

• Approved 8 rezone petitions for properties in Brazeau, Gillett, How, Maple Valley, Riverview, and Stiles (28-0-3)
• Approved $174,699.20 for Motorola mobile radios using ARPA funds (28-0-3)
• Created a Sheriff Resource Officer position for Suring School District with the district paying the greater of $70,000 or 75% of costs (27-1-3)
• Approved $124,378.11 bid from Fabick Cat for a Caterpillar 420-07HT backhoe loader (28-0-3)
• Approved $50,095.00 quote from LaForce for bathroom door replacements at various parks and ranges (28-0-3)
• Approved 2023 Annual Forestry Work Plan (28-0-3)
• Approved $335,481.00 contract with Oconto County Economic Development Corporation for 2023 (28-0-3)
• Approved $235 weekly on-call pay for Assistant Highway Commissioners effective 1-1-2023 (28-0-3)

Town of Riverview - Town Board

The Town of Riverview Town Board is holding a special meeting to discuss maintenance topics and review plans with new employees. The agenda contains no specific action items, contracts, or dollar amounts.

• Discussion of maintenance topics
• Review of plans with new employees

Administration

The Administration Committee will consider approving a 2023 contract with the Oconto County Economic Development Corporation (OCEDC) for economic development and tourism services, totaling $320,481 plus $15,000 for a 2024 fishing tournament. The agenda also includes updates on investments, a veterans transportation grant, and various administrative policies.

• Resolution to approve 2023 OCEDC contract: $320,481 for services, $15,000 for 2024 fishing tournament
• Discussion with investment advisors from Associated Bank and PMA Financial Network
• Wisconsin Department of Veterans Affairs Transportation Grant update
• ARPA request and Riverview Building project discussion
• Chute Pond Apartment rent rate discussion

The Administration Committee recommended several items for County Board approval, including a school resource officer position and applicant tracking software. The committee also approved a change in insurance providers and a vacation carry-over request.

• Recommended to County Board approval of 2023 contract with Oconto County Economic Development Corporation (OCEDC)
• Approved 68.5 hours of vacation carry-over for Tolzman
• Approved switch from Boston Mutual to Asurity for 2023
• Recommended to County Board approval of school resource officer position and MOU with Village of Suring
• Recommended to County Board approval of NEOGOV software purchase for approximately $16,629.00
• Approved November 10, 2022 minutes

Criminal Justice Coordination Council

The Oconto County Criminal Justice Coordinating Council will meet to review and update its membership, discuss the adult jail facility including population reports and inmate diversion plans, receive updates on the juvenile detention facility and pretrial diversion subcommittee, and identify future agenda items. The agenda includes informational communications about CJCC guidelines and bylaws, but no major decisions are listed.

• Review and update CJCC committee membership list
• Adult Jail Facility: population report, jail programming update, inmate diversion plans
• Juvenile Detention Facility update
• Pretrial Diversion Subcommittee meeting update
• Communications: CJCC guidelines and bylaws

The council approved the minutes from the April 25, 2022 meeting. Members discussed updating the committee membership list to include a mental health professional and a municipal law enforcement designee. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved minutes from 04/25/2022 meeting (by acclamation)

Administration

The Oconto County Administration Committee will consider approving a 2023 contract with the Oconto County Economic Development Corporation (OCEDC) for economic development and tourism services, totaling $320,481 plus $15,000 for a 2024 fishing tournament. The agenda also includes reports from investment advisors, the Treasurer, Human Resources, and Finance, as well as discussions on an ARPA request, the Riverview Building project, and a DNR building in Oconto Falls. Several items are informational only, with formal action expected on the OCEDC contract and other resolutions.

• Resolution to approve 2023 contract with OCEDC for $320,481 plus $15,000 for 2024 fishing tournament
• Investment advisor presentations from Associated Bank and PMA Financial Network
• Discussion on ARPA request and Riverview Building project
• Discussion on DNR building in Oconto Falls
• Review of vendor payments for November 2022

Library Services Board

The Oconto County Library Services Board will meet to discuss the potential consolidation of county library services, including a review of the 2023 county budget for libraries and appointments to the board. The agenda includes a discussion on library services system design, which may involve options for a consolidated county library. The meeting is a standing committee of the County Board of Supervisors and is open to the public.

• Discussion on 2023 County Budget for Library Services
• Library Services System Design Discussion (potential county consolidation)
• Library Services Board Appointments
• Discovery Guide Advertisement review
• Approval of minutes from August 10, 2022 meeting

Property & Technology

The Property & Technology Committee will review the Riverview Building project, hear maintenance and technology reports, and vote on several purchases including NEOGOV software and memorandum of understandings. The agenda also includes routine approvals of minutes, vacation carryover requests, and an on-call log.

• Approve purchase of NEOGOV (software)
• Approve Memorandums of Understanding for Municipality Fire & EMS and Department of Health & Human Services
• Review Riverview Building project
• Maintenance Engineer report on Veterans Memorial and Buildings A, B, C walk-through
• Technology Director report on UPS project, video surveillance, website, ArcServe, smartboards, imaging

The Property & Technology Committee approved the concepts for the Town of Riverview Building Project and the Oconto County Veterans Memorial. The committee also approved the technical aspects of NEOGOV and various personnel vacation carryover requests.

• Approved concept of the Town of Riverview Building Project
• Approved concept of the Oconto County Veterans Memorial
• Approved technical aspects of NEOGOV, contingent upon Health & Human Services and Administration committee approval
• Approved MOUs for municipalities, police, fire and EMS with added hold harmless language
• Approved vacation carryover for Scott Kruger (76.50 hours) and Linda Heider (48.50 hours)
• Approved vacation carryover for Wayne Sleeter (37.50 hours)

Public Safety

The Oconto County Public Safety Committee will review and discuss the Riverview Building project, approve vacation carryover requests for Emergency Management, and consider resolutions for purchasing mobile radios and approving change orders for emergency radio tower construction at the Morgan, Mountain, and Courthouse sites. The committee will also consider supporting Supervisor Behrend as the county representative for the WCA Steering Committee on Judicial & Public Safety.

• Resolution to approve mobile radios APX 6500 and APX 8500 with accessories and installation
• Change orders for emergency radio tower shelter and generator at Morgan, Mountain, and Courthouse sites
• Riverview Building project review and discussion
• Vacation carryover request for Emergency Management
• Support of Supervisor Behrend for WCA Steering Committee

The Public Safety Committee approved the purchase of APX 6500 mobile radios using ARPA funds and forwarded three radio tower construction change orders to the County Board. The committee also expressed support for a proposed Town of Riverview Community Center.

• Approved support for the Town of Riverview Community Center concept
• Approved 50-hour vacation carry over for Emergency Management Director Jon Spice
• Approved resolution for APX 6500 mobile radios and installation using ARPA funds (forwarded to County Board)
• Denied forwarding the resolution for APX 8500 mobile radios to the County Board
• Forwarded change orders for Morgan Site radio tower shelter and generator to County Board
• Forwarded change orders for Mountain Site radio tower to County Board
• Forwarded third agreement change order for Courthouse Site radio tower to County Board

Town of Riverview - Town Board

The Town of Riverview Town Board will hold its regular monthly meeting on December 13, 2022, at 7:00 PM at the Town Hall/Fire Station. The agenda includes routine items like approving minutes and paying bills, as well as updates on an infrastructure grant, a tabled roofing ordinance, and a fire department leadership change. Several reports from committees and departments will be presented, and new business includes a bike trail proposal and Christmas lights for trees.

• Update on Infrastructure Grant
• Roofing Ordinance tabled until grant approval
• Fire Department: Barry Butrymowicz named Chief, Rob Heyrman Assistant Chief
• Animal Control: intergovernmental agreement for domestic animals only
• Bike Trail Proposal

The Town Board appointed Barry Butrymowicz as Fire Chief and approved a new intergovernmental agreement for shared animal control. The board also authorized sending letters to property owners with incomplete driveways and expressed support for a regional bike trail tourism plan.

• Appointed Barry Butrymowicz as Fire Chief
• Approved new intergovernmental agreement for shared Animal Control
• Approved sending letters to property owners who have not completed driveways
• Approved payment of all reviewed bills
• Accepted regular and special meeting minutes
• Approved property line straightening between ATV property and Trailside
• Determined town support for regional bike trail tourism plan
• Scheduled public hearing for New Community Center/Government Building for Jan 21

MAR-OCO

The Mar-Oco Landfill Committee met on October 7, 2022, and approved a resolution to increase the Letter of Credit for landfill closure, pending Corporation Counsel approval, to be recommended to both County Boards. The committee also reviewed third-quarter landfill reports, noted a compliant WDNR inspection, and filled two staff positions. The next meeting is scheduled for December 9, 2022.

• Approved resolution to increase Letter of Credit for landfill closure, pending Corporation Counsel approval
• WDNR compliance inspection on September 12, 2022 found all operations in compliance
• Natasha Tadisch hired as Scale Attendant starting October 1, 2022
• Steve Romano hired as Landfill Operator LTE starting September 29, 2022
• September paid invoices reviewed totaling $844,036.09

The committee approved a fee increase for Freon unit disposal and authorized a leachate agreement with the City of Oconto Utility Commission. It also approved the acceptance of asbestos material from a high school project in Menominee, MI.

• Increased Freon unit surcharge to $25 per unit effective January 1, 2023 (carried)
• Authorized chairperson to sign 2023 leachate agreement with City of Oconto Utility Commission (carried)
• Approved acceptance of asbestos material from Menominee MI High School project (carried)
• Approved Waste Facilities Manager attendance at Wisconsin Integrated Resource Management Annual Conference (carried)

Land & Water Resources

The Land & Water Resource Committee is holding a public hearing to consider forming an Inland Lake Protection & Rehabilitation District for Anderson Lake in the Towns of Breed and Mountain. The hearing is required under Wisconsin Statutes Chapter 33.26. No final action is scheduled; the committee will hear public input and then adjourn.

• Public hearing on proposed Inland Lake Protection & Rehabilitation District for Anderson Lake
• Hearing held at Bill Lazansky Community Center, 13412 State Highway 32/64, Mountain, WI
• Meeting notice posted and distributed to media and surrounding property owners

The Land & Water Resource Committee conducted a public hearing regarding a petition to form an Inland Lake, Protection, & Rehabilitation District for Anderson Lake. The hearing included testimony and an explanation of the lake district formation process. No final decision on the petition was recorded in these minutes.

• Approved the meeting agenda
• Closed the public hearing for the Anderson Lake district petition

Health & Human Services

The Oconto County Health and Human Services Board will vote on several routine items, including the 2023 contracts with various service providers, the 2023 fee schedule, and budget adjustments. The board will also consider a resolution authorizing certain placements for short-term juvenile detention. A presentation on 'Healthy Loving Environment' is scheduled, and prior meeting minutes and vendor payments will be reviewed.

• Resolution authorizing use of certain placements for short-term detention of juveniles
• Approval of 2023 contracts with A New Visions AFH, Productive Living Systems, David Schreiter, Brown County Community Treatment Center, Trempealeau County, Willow Creek, CESA #8, Rehab Resources
• Approval of 2023 fee schedule
• Approval of budget adjustments
• Review of prior months vendor payments

The Board approved several 2023 operational items, including the fee schedule and contracts for multiple service providers. Members also authorized a resolution regarding short-term detention placements for juveniles and approved budget adjustments.

• Approved Resolution Authorizing Use of Certain Placements for Short-term Detention of Juveniles
• Approved 2023 contracts for A New Visions AFH, Productive Living Systems, David Schreiter, Brown County Community Treatment Center, Trempealeau County, Willow Creek, CESA #8, and Rehab Resources
• Approved 2023 Fee Schedule
• Approved Budget Adjustments
• Approved November 2, 2022 meeting minutes

Land & Water Resources

The Oconto County Land & Water Resources Committee will meet to review proposed floodplain ordinance text amendments and revised coastal floodplain maps, consider a WDNR Surface Water Grant application resolution, and make an appointment to the Townsend Flowage Protection District Board. The committee will also award a backhoe/loader bid, discuss a road transfer with the Town of Stiles, and review the 2023 Forest & Parks Work Plan. Several department reports and account carry-over requests are on the agenda.

• Review Oconto Co Floodplain Ordinance proposed text amendments and revised coastal floodplain maps
• Award Backhoe/Loader Bid
• WDNR Surface Water Grant Application Resolution
• Appointment to Townsend Flowage Protection District Board
• 2023 Account Carry Over requests totaling $15,090.01

The Land & Water Resources Committee approved several requests to be sent to the County Board, including a $50,095 contract for bathroom doors and the 2023 Forest & Parks Work Plan. The committee also scheduled a public hearing for floodplain ordinance amendments and approved a monthly rental rate for a county apartment.

• Approved $50,095 LaForce quote for bathroom doors at North Bay Shore, boat landings, and Machickanee Shooting Range (sent to County Board)
• Scheduled public hearing for Floodplain Ordinance text amendments and coastal maps for January 9, 2023
• Approved monthly rental rate of $475 for Chute Pond field house apartment for county employees
• Approved resolution for 2023 Forest & Parks Work Plan (sent to County Board)
• Approved resolution to apply for WDNR Surface Water grant funds (sent to County Board)
• Recommended appointment of John Zimdars to the Townsend Flowage Protection District Board
• Approved resolution to extend speed limit regulations in Town of Mountain to south line of Section 11
• Recommended accepting a 25’ x 30’ frame shelter donation from the DNR

Board of Adjustments

The Oconto County Board of Adjustments is meeting to approve its agenda and minutes from previous meetings, including public hearings held in late November 2022. The agenda is largely procedural, with no new substantive decisions or discussions listed.

• Approval of minutes from October 31, 2022 business meeting
• Approval of minutes from November 29, 2022 public hearings (8 cases)
• Approval of minutes from November 30, 2022 public hearings (5 cases)
• Public comments and setting future hearing dates

The Board approved several property variances for setbacks and height standards, and granted conditional use permits for a fitness center and an asphalt plant. Two variance requests for a garage in the Town of Brazeau were denied. The Board also approved minutes from November meetings and set future hearing dates.

• Approved 31-foot road centerline variance for Michael Makofski Trust (5-0)
• Approved road, side lot, and water mark variances for Polish Palace LLC (5-0)
• Approved conditional use permit for Justin Cleereman's asphalt plant and quarry (5-0)
• Approved 40-foot water mark variance for Andrzej and Barbara Jaromin (5-0)
• Approved 15-foot road centerline variance for Derek LeClaire (5-0)
• Denied side lot and road centerline variances for Maynard Kosmal (5-0)
• Approved rear yard and height variances for Travis Suring (5-0)
• Approved 20.5-foot road centerline variance for Kathy Clevers (5-0)

County Board of Canvassers

The Oconto County Board of Canvassers is meeting to review election commission communication, verify canvass results from the November 8, 2022 election, and certify an amended summary statement submitted November 15, 2022. This is a procedural meeting focused on finalizing election results.

• Review Nov. 23, 2022 email from Wisconsin Elections Commission
• Verify canvas results from Nov. 8, 2022 election
• Certify amended Summary Statement of Board of Canvassers submitted Nov. 15, 2022

Town of Riverview - Town Board

The Town Board is holding a special meeting to discuss and understand final plans for a new home construction that has had issues with a very high retaining wall. The board will first meet at the Town Hall/Fire Station, then move to the construction site on N. Maiden Lake Road to meet with the owners, building inspector, and landscaper to share the final plans.

• Special meeting at 2:30 pm on November 17, 2022 at Town Hall/Fire Station, 15471 State Highway 32
• Site meeting at 3:00 pm on November 17, 2022 at construction site on N. Maiden Lake Road
• Discussion of final plans for new home construction with issues regarding a very high retaining wall
• Meeting with owners, building inspector, and landscaper to share final plans

The Town Board and an inspector reviewed plans for a property owned by Scott and Nicole Smith. Inspector Duff Leaver determined that a rock retaining wall must be completed and approved before building work can resume. Builders and electricians are paused until the wall meets specified details.

• Halted construction at 16478 N Maiden Lake Rd until rock retaining wall is completed and approved

County Board

The Oconto County Board of Supervisors will vote on several resolutions, including authorizing short-term juvenile detention placements, adopting a UW-Extension contract, approving recycling agreements with municipalities and GFL Environmental, and approving police service agreements for multiple townships. The board will also consider an ordinance amending the Highway Commissioner's term of service and approve purchases for IT equipment and inmate healthcare.

• R2022-11-03: Authorize use of certain placements for short-term detention of juveniles
• R2022-11-05: Intergovernmental agreement with municipalities for recycling program
• R2022-11-06: Single stream recycling service agreement with GFL Environmental Inc.
• R2022-11-12: Approve Little Suamico and Chase Townships' police services agreement
• R2022-11-13: Approve revised Six Northern Townships police services agreement

The County Board approved several infrastructure and service agreements, including a new recycling program and police services for multiple townships. The board also authorized the purchase of several IT servers and power supplies. A resolution regarding short-term detention of juveniles was postponed.

• Adopted O2022-11-01 Chapter 8 – Highway (unanimous)
• Postponed R2022-11-03 regarding short-term detention of juveniles until December 2022
• Adopted R2022-11-04 contract for UW – Extension Services (unanimous)
• Adopted R2022-11-05 recycling program intergovernmental agreement (unanimous)
• Adopted R2022-11-06 recycling service agreement with GFL Environmental Inc. (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of Arcserve backup server, HP servers, and UPS (unanimous)
• Adopted R2022-11-10 inmate healthcare proposal (unanimous)
• Approved police services agreements for Little Suamico, Chase, and Six Northern Townships (unanimous)

County Board of Canvassers

The Oconto County Board of Canvassers is meeting to review and inspect election documents from each reporting unit for the August 9, 2022 Partisan Primary Election. They will also list irregularities and verify tamper-evident serial numbers on voting equipment. The meeting is open to the public and may continue to a second day if necessary.

• Review and inspect election documents from each reporting unit
• List of irregularities
• Verification of tamper-evident serial numbers on voting equipment
• County Clerk election recap

Town of Riverview - Town Board

The Riverview Town Board will hold its regular monthly meeting, preceded by a budget hearing, to discuss and possibly act on the 2023 budget, a fiber optic update, and various road and property matters. The agenda includes routine approvals of minutes and bills, along with reports from committees and departments.

• Approve 2023 Budget
• Bertram Fiber Optics update and fiber map discussion
• Old lawn mower carburetor replacement for $1,100
• Ice rink boards replacement consideration (200'x80")
• Request by sewing group for weekly building use

The Town Board approved the 2023 budget and granted an operator license to Sarah Thompson. The board also authorized repairs to a town lawn mower and approved a quit claim for a property on Bunn Lane. A proposal to correct road titles on Anderson Lane was tabled.

• Approved 2023 budget (carried)
• Approved operator license for Sarah Thompson (carried)
• Approved quit claim for Justin Hewitt's Bunn Lane property (carried)
• Approved repair/upgrade of town lawn mower estimated at $1,100 (carried)
• Approved acceptance of free ice rink boards (carried)
• Approved bike trails in town area as a tourist attraction (carried)
• Approved group activities at the Community Center (carried)
• Tabled Anderson Lane road title correction

Town of Riverview - Town Board

The Town of Riverview will hold a public hearing on the proposed 2023 budget, followed by a special town meeting of electors to approve the 2022 tax levy and consider a resolution to exceed the state levy limit by 10.809% (a $58,446 increase). The regular November board meeting will follow immediately. The agenda is primarily procedural, focused on budget and levy approval.

• Public hearing on proposed 2023 budget
• Special town meeting to approve 2022 tax levy
• Resolution to exceed state levy limit by 10.809% ($58,446 increase)
• November monthly board meeting immediately following

The provided text consists of notices for a public budget hearing, a special town meeting of the electors, and a monthly board meeting scheduled for November 16, 2022. No decisions, vote tallies, or outcomes are recorded in this document.

Public Safety

The Oconto County Public Safety Committee will consider several resolutions and agreements, including police services agreements for Suring School District, six northern townships, and Little Suamico/Chase townships, an inmate healthcare proposal, and a budget adjustment for correctional officer uniforms. They will also discuss replacing the failed generator at the Mountain Tower site and review the Riverview Building. The meeting includes routine reports from the District Attorney, Medical Examiner, jail, and emergency management.

• Resolution to approve revised Six Northern Townships Police Services Agreement
• Resolution to approve Little Suamico and Chase Townships Police Services Agreement
• Resolution to approve inmate healthcare proposal
• Mountain Tower Site generator replacement (estimated $8,000-$10,000)
• Budget adjustment for correctional officer uniform allowance

The committee approved a School Resource Officer agreement for Suring School District and authorized vacation carry-overs for three employees. Several resolutions regarding police services, inmate healthcare, and LEPC membership were forwarded to the County Board for approval.

• Approved Suring School District School Resource Officer Police Services Agreement
• Approved vacation carry over for Brad Paitl (42 hours), Chad Angus (42 hours), and Ashley Schuls (40 hours)
• Forwarded Six Northern Townships Police Services Agreement resolution to County Board
• Forwarded Little Suamico and Chase Townships Police Services Agreement resolution to County Board
• Forwarded Inmate Healthcare Proposal resolution (Southern Health Partners) to County Board
• Forwarded 2023 Local Emergency Planning Committee membership list resolution to County Board
• Authorized transfer of funds for 2022 Correctional Officer Uniform Allowance balance

County Board of Canvassers

The Oconto County Board of Canvassers is meeting to review and inspect election documents from each reporting unit for the November 8, 2022 General Election. They will also list irregularities and verify tamper-evident serial numbers on voting equipment. The meeting is open to the public and may continue to November 16 if necessary.

• Review and inspect documents from each reporting unit for the Nov. 8, 2022 General Election
• List of irregularities
• Verification of tamper-evident serial numbers on voting equipment for 10 reporting units
• County Clerk election recap

The Board of Canvassers inspected election documents and identified a list of irregularities across multiple municipalities. The board verified tamper-evident serial numbers for 10 reporting units and noted a vote adjustment for Assembly District 89 in the Town of Little Suamico.

• Reviewed and inspected November 8, 2022 Partisan Election Documents
• Adjusted Representative to the Assembly District 89 (Elijah Behnke) votes in Town of Little Suamico from 218 to 2,108
• Verified tamper-evident serial numbers for 10 reporting units as 'Good'
• Excluded one provisional ballot from Town of Little Suamico due to missing identification

Administration

The Oconto County Administration Committee will meet to review routine reports and discuss several administrative items, including potential land sale bids, investment strategies, and financial advisor options. They will also consider a veterans transportation grant, employee-related discussions, and an ordinance regarding highways. Most items are informational or for discussion, with possible action on the land sale and other approvals.

• Discuss/approve land sale bids for Parcel # 029-090900911H1
• Discussion on investments and financial advisors
• Wisconsin Department of Veterans Affairs Transportation Grant
• Ordinance – Chapter 8 Highway
• Review vendor payments for October 2022

The Committee authorized on-call pay for Assistant Highway Commissioners and approved the sale of a specific land parcel in April. Other actions included authorizing a new bank account for debit cards and advancing a Mission, Vision and Values RFQ.

• Authorized $235 per week on-call pay for Assistant Highway Commissioners effective 1-1-2023
• Approved sale of parcel # 029-090900911H1 at April land sale due to permit denial by Town of Mountain
• Authorized Treasurer to open an account with Armstrong Bank for Section 125 and HRA debit cards
• Authorized payout of unused $350 correctional officer uniform allowance for 2022 pending Home Committee budget approval
• Approved moving forward with the Mission, Vision and Values RFQ
• Forwarded updated Ordinance 8 regarding the Highway Commissioner position to the County Board for approval

Property & Technology

The Property & Technology Committee approved three separate purchases for technology infrastructure, including power supplies and servers. The committee also reviewed updates on facility maintenance and municipal technology support options.

• Approved purchase of Uninterruptable Power Supplies (UPS) from Access Inc. for $84,418.64
• Approved purchase of two HP Servers from DIGICorp not to exceed $34,680.00
• Approved purchase of an Arcserve Backup Server from Axcel Technology not to exceed $47,871.00
• Approved agenda as presented
• Approved October 12, 2022 meeting minutes

Health & Human Services

The Loss Control Sub-Committee of the Oconto County Health and Human Services Department is holding an open meeting. The main substantive item is a discussion on worker notification when working outside regular office hours. The rest of the agenda is routine procedural business, including approving the agenda, minutes from the August 8, 2022 meeting, other business, announcements, and setting the next meeting date.

• Discussion of worker notification when working outside of regular office hours
• Approval of minutes from August 08, 2022 meeting

The committee approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from August 8, 2022. Members discussed a notification system for after-hours employees and received updates on fob system installation and workplace inspections.

• Approved meeting agenda
• Approved meeting minutes from 08-08-2022
• Tabled worker notification system for after-hours office use for further review

Health & Human Services

The Oconto County Health and Human Services Board will hold a public hearing to receive comments on the proposed 2023 Section 85.21 plan and budget for elderly and disabled transportation programs, and to discuss the associated grant application.

• Public hearing for the 2023 Section 85.21 elderly and disabled transportation program plan and budget
• Discussion of the 2023 Specialized Transportation Assistance Grant application
• Comments may be submitted in advance to HHS Director Scott Shackelford at 501 Park Ave., Oconto, WI 54153

The Board conducted a public hearing regarding the 2023 Section 85.21 Elderly and Disabled Transportation Program Plan and Grant Application. The proposed 2023 plan includes the same four projects used in 2022. No formal vote on the plan was recorded in the minutes.

• Approved the meeting agenda

Health & Human Services

The Oconto County Health and Human Services Board will consider several action items, including a 2023 Wisconsin Department of Transportation S85.21 grant application, an amended fee schedule, a child care expansion request for applications, and client/operational contracts with Aurora Residential Alternatives and Genuine Hearts. The board will also review budget adjustments and prior month vendor payments.

• Approval of 2023 Wisconsin DOT S85.21 Transportation Grant Application
• Approval of Amended Fee Schedule
• Approval of Child Care Expansion Request for Applications (RFA)
• Approval of contracts with Aurora Residential Alternatives, Inc. and Genuine Hearts
• Approval of Budget Adjustments

The Board approved an application for a 2023 Wisconsin Department of Transportation grant and an amended fee schedule. It also approved budget adjustments and 2022 contracts for Aurora Residential Alternatives, Inc. and Genuine Hearts.

• Approved application for 2023 Wisconsin Department of Transportation S85.21 Transportation Grant
• Approved Amended Fee Schedule
• Approved Child Care Expansion Request for Applications and forwarded to County Board
• Approved 2022 contracts for Aurora Residential Alternatives, Inc. and Genuine Hearts
• Approved budget adjustments
• Approved October 5, 2022 meeting minutes

Land & Water Resources

The Oconto County Land & Water Resources Committee is meeting to discuss and take action on several items, including the 2023 Extension Educator contract, a proposal from the Town of Stiles to transfer ownership of CFR 109 (Van Laenen Rd.), and changes to Forest & Parks fees. The committee also reviews reports from various departments and organizations.

• 2023 Extension Educator contract: County share up to $126,047
• Town of Stiles proposal to take back CFR 109 (Van Laenen Rd.) with ATV use conditions
• Bostwick Land Acquisition: 3 parcels (120 acres) in Town of Little River
• Forest & Parks 2024 fees: Special Use Permits $20, Chute Pond Seasonal Camp Site $1,750, Daily Camping $35
• 2023 boat landing fees: $7 daily, $50 annual, $75 commercial annual

The Land & Water Resources Committee approved several grant applications and vendor contracts. It recommended the Town of Stiles follow state statutes to obtain ownership of a portion of CFR 109 and declined the purchase of the Bostwick property.

• Forwarded 2023 Extension Educator 136 Contract of $122,455 to County Board
• Approved grant applications through Lumberjack Resource, Conservation & Development for Holt Park and Fireman’s Park
• Forwarded Intergovernmental Recycling Agreement with 15 municipalities to County Board
• Approved 3-year recycling vendor agreements with Logistics Recycling, Inc., Brown County, GFL Environmental, Liberty Tire, Rock Oil, and Mikey Smet’s Auto Savage
• Suspended Kelly Lake Plumber’s Seminar until 2024
• Forwarded two Great Lake Restoration Initiative grant requests to the County Board
• Recommended Town of Stiles follow Wisconsin Statue Chapter 82.10 to obtain ownership of CFR 109/Van Laenen Rd from Pine Ridge Trail to Landing Lane
• Declined the offer to purchase the Bostwick property

Board of Adjustments

The Oconto County Board of Adjustments will hold a business meeting to approve the agenda and minutes from previous meetings, including public hearings for eight listed individuals and entities. The board will also set future hearing and business meeting dates. No new substantive decisions or public hearings are on this agenda.

• Approval of minutes from September 26, 2022 business meeting
• Approval of minutes from October 31, 2022 public hearings for Clifford Lindsey, Caitlin Gillum, Kathy Clevers, Gary Riha, Paul Anderson, Wood Creek Properties LLC, Rustic Acres LLC, and Mark & Lucy Wallen
• Public comments period
• Setting hearing dates and business meeting date

The Board of Adjustments granted five conditional use permits for residential dwellings over 15 years, semi-truck maintenance, and a bulk gas tank. The board also approved the agenda and minutes from previous meetings.

• Approved conditional use permit for Clifford Lindsey dwelling over 15 years (5-0)
• Approved conditional use permit for Caitlin Gillum dwelling over 15 years (5-0)
• Approved conditional use permit for Gary Riha semi-truck storage and maintenance (5-0)
• Approved conditional use permit for Wood Creek Properties LLC bulk gas tank (5-0)
• Approved conditional use permit for Rustic Acres LLC dwelling over 15 years (5-0)
• Approved change of sequence for the business meeting agenda (carried)
• Approved business meeting minutes from September 26, 2022 (carried)
• Approved public hearing minutes from September 26, 2022 (carried)

County Board

The Oconto County Board of Supervisors will hold a public hearing and then vote on the 2023 budget, which sets a total tax levy of $21,763,570. The board will also consider resolutions approving 2023 organization changes and the 2023-2027 Capital Improvement Plan. A separate annual meeting will follow the hearing to handle appointments and other routine business.

• R2022-10-05: Adopt 2023 budget with $19,754,111 county tax levy, $583,864 library levy, $119,906 bridge aid levy, $1,305,689 debt levy
• R2022-10-06: Approve 2023 organization changes including pay grade adjustments and position swaps (e.g., Correctional Officer to Dispatch)
• R2022-10-07: Approve 2023-2027 Capital Improvement Plan with $2,683,546 fiscal impact for 2023
• Appointment of Tim Cole to Local Emergency Planning Committee (term ending Dec 31, 2023)

The County Board approved the 2023 budget and a Capital Improvement Plan for 2023-2027. The 2023 budget includes a property tax levy of $21,763,570, resulting in a tax rate decrease of 11.3%. The board also approved organizational changes to several department pay grades and positions.

• Adopted 2023 Budget and established tax levy of $21,763,570 (28-0)
• Adopted 2023-2027 Capital Improvement Plan with 2023 impact of $2,683,546 (28-0)
• Approved 2023 Organization Changes including pay grade adjustments for Veterans Service and Maintenance (28-0)
• Confirmed appointment of Tim Cole to the Local Emergency Planning Committee (28-0)
• Approved proceedings from the 10/20/2022 meeting
• Approved consent agenda as presented (unanimous electronic vote)

Crime Prevention Fund Board

The Oconto County Crime Prevention Fund Board is meeting to review two grant applications: one from the City of Oconto Fire/Rescue for computer and fire investigation equipment, and one from Partners in Justice. The board will also hear a report on fee collections and past grant distributions, and approve minutes from a previous meeting. The agenda includes standard procedural items such as call to order, approval of agenda, and adjournment.

• Review of City of Oconto Fire/Rescue grant application for computer and fire investigation equipment
• Review of Partners in Justice grant application
• Report on fee collections and past grant distributions
• Approval of previous meeting minutes from 07/26/2021

The Crime Prevention Fund Board approved a grant for computer and fire investigation equipment for City of Oconto Fire/Rescue. The board took no action on the Partners in Justice Grant due to a vacancy in the District Attorney's office.

• Approved City of Oconto Fire/Rescue Computer and Fire Investigation Equipment grant (Judge abstained)
• Tabled Partners in Justice Grant pending appointment of new District Attorney
• Approved agenda
• Approved July 25, 2021 minutes

Traffic Safety Commission

The Oconto County Traffic Safety Commission is meeting to discuss traffic safety issues, including reports on highway construction, traffic crashes, and locations of traffic hazards. The agenda includes reviewing community crash maps and a fatality crash review, as well as reports from state and county agencies. No specific votes or decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Status update on Hwy 32 projects, Hwy 22 resurfacing, and USH 41 bridge deck repair near Little Suamico
• Review of traffic crash spot map and fatality crash review
• Discussion of traffic hazard locations and recommended safety improvements
• Traffic safety training updates, including TIM and ASCHER training
• Report on ATV/UTV work group, including signage costs and helmet usage

The commission approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from July 27, 2022. The remainder of the meeting consisted of reports on highway construction, crash statistics, and legislative updates with no further substantive decisions made.

• Approved the agenda (carried)
• Approved July 27, 2022 minutes (carried)

Local Emergency Planning Committee

The Oconto County Local Emergency Planning Committee (LEPC) will meet to review the 2022 spill report, discuss hazardous material response team updates, and consider approval of the membership list. The agenda also includes routine items like approving previous minutes and setting the next meeting date.

• Review 2022 Spill Report for Oconto County
• Hazardous Material Response Team – Haz Mat Grant Update
• Hazardous Material Clean Up – Valley Environmental
• Review Membership List and Resolution

The Committee approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from July 25, 2022. Members reviewed and approved an amended membership list, which will be forwarded to the Public Safety Committee and County Board for final approval. The committee also reviewed the 2022 spill report and received a grant update regarding equipment for the Marinette City Fire Dept. Haz Mat Team.

• Approved meeting agenda (carried)
• Approved July 25, 2022 meeting minutes (carried)
• Approved amended membership list (carried)

Town of Riverview - Town Board

The Town of Riverview Board is meeting for the second workshop to prepare the 2023 budget. The meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, October 21, 2021, at 12:30 PM at the Riverview Town Hall. The agenda contains only this budget workshop item.

• Second budget workshop for 2023 budget preparation

The Town Board held a budget meeting and made cuts and revisions. After discussion, the board decided to request a levy limit increase from citizens at the Budget Hearing. A resolution to that effect was posted in multiple public locations.

• Approved budget cuts and revisions
• Decided to request levy limit increase from citizens at Budget Hearing
• Passed resolution to request levy limit increase; posted at town hall, Tar Dam Recycle center, Mountain PO, and Crooked Lake Community Board

County Board

The Oconto County Board of Supervisors will consider a consent agenda with nine zoning changes recommended by the Land & Water Resources Committee, plus three resolutions on assistant district attorney pay, child support funding, and a landfill letter of credit. The board will also hear updates from Health & Human Services, the economic development corporation, and Human Resources.

• 9 zoning changes in Lena, Little Suamico, Maple Valley, Morgan, Oconto Falls, and Pensaukee
• Resolution R2022-10-02 requesting state review of assistant district attorney entry-level pay
• Resolution R2022-10-03 supporting increased county child support funding
• Resolution R2022-10-04 authorizing Mar-Oco Landfill Committee to obtain a letter of credit for closure
• Health insurance plan designation for WPPA employees for 2023

The Oconto County Board approved a resolution authorizing the Mar-Oco Landfill Committee to obtain a letter of credit for closure. The board also unanimously adopted resolutions requesting the state to review assistant district attorney compensation and to support increased county child support funding. Several zoning changes and appointments were approved as part of the consent agenda.

• Approved consent agenda including 9 zoning changes and 2 appointments (unanimous)
• Adopted R2022-10-04 authorizing Mar-Oco Landfill Committee to obtain letter of credit for closure (unanimous)
• Adopted R2022-10-02 requesting state review of entry-level compensation for assistant district attorneys (unanimous)
• Adopted R2022-10-03 resolution supporting increased county child support funding (unanimous)

Town of Riverview - Town Board

The Town of Riverview Board is meeting for a workshop to prepare the 2023 budget. The agenda contains no other items beyond this budget preparation session.

• Workshop for preparation of the 2023 Budget

The board met to review initial budget requests and financial comparisons in preparation for the 2023 budget. No votes or final decisions were taken; the meeting was procedural only.

Town of Riverview - Seven Town & NOCCO

The Seven Towns meeting brings together the boards of Brazeau, Breed, Doty, Lakewood, Mountain, Riverview, and Townsend to discuss shared issues. The agenda includes reports from county officials on administration, emergency management, sheriff's office, NOCCO, economic development, and animal control, plus discussions on short-term rentals, ATV speed limits, and fire/ambulance collaboration.

• NOCCO contract renewal discussion
• Short-term rentals in the area
• ATV speed limit ordinances
• Fire and ambulance collaboration idea
• Emergency managers needed from each municipality

Administration

The Oconto County Administration Committee will review the 2021 Cost Allocation Plan prepared by MAXIMUS, discuss the 2023 holiday schedule, and consider a resolution on health insurance plan designation and employer contribution for WPPA employees. They will also receive reports from various departments, including Veterans Service, Human Resources, Finance, and Treasurer, and review vendor payments.

• 2021 Cost Allocation Plan presentation by MAXIMUS
• Resolution on 2023 health insurance plan and employer contribution for WPPA employees
• Grade change on Maintenance II position
• Wisconsin Department of Veterans Affairs Transportation Grant
• Discussion on investments and financial advisors

The Administration Committee approved the 2023 Oconto County Courthouse holiday observation dates and forwarded them to the County Board. The committee also approved a resolution establishing the health insurance plan designation ($4,000/$8,000 copay medical plan – plan 2) and employer contribution (90% of that plan) for WPPA employees for 2023, also forwarding it to the County Board. A Maintenance II position pay grade was changed from grade F to grade G. Several informational reports were received without formal action, including the 2021 Cost Allocation Plan, Veterans Service activity, and monthly updates from Human Resources, Finance, and the Treasurer.

• Approved consent agenda including Chief Elected Officials Consortium Agreement Bay Workforce Development Area (unanimous)
• Approved October 4, 2022 minutes as amended (unanimous)
• Approved 2023 Courthouse holiday observation dates, forwarded to County Board (unanimous)
• Approved resolution for WPPA employee health insurance plan ($4,000/$8,000 copay plan 2) and 90% employer contribution for 2023, forwarded to County Board (unanimous)
• Approved Maintenance II position pay grade change from grade F to grade G (unanimous)
• Received 2021 Cost Allocation Plan presentation from Maximus as informational only
• Received Veterans Service monthly activation report and transportation grant update as informational only
• Received monthly employee update, CPI-U report, sales tax report, and bank reconciliation as informational only

Property & Technology

The Property & Technology Committee recommended Supervisor McMahon to the Wisconsin County Mutual Insurance Claims Advisory Committee. They also approved a paygrade change for the Maintenance #2 position and discussed natural gas pricing, with November fees set at market price. No final decisions were made on the radio project or fiber connections.

• Recommended appointment of Supervisor McMahon to Wisconsin County Mutual Insurance Claims Advisory Committee (carried)
• Approved paygrade change for Maintenance #2 position (carried)
• Approved agenda as presented (carried)
• Approved minutes of September 14, 2022 (carried)

Public Safety

The Oconto County Public Safety Committee will consider two resolutions: one asking the state to increase child support funding by $5 million per year, and another requesting a review of entry-level Assistant District Attorney pay. They will also discuss a generator replacement at the Mountain Tower site and an update on the Riverview Substation partnership, along with routine reports from the District Attorney, Medical Examiner, jail, and emergency management.

• Resolution in support of increased county child support funding, requesting $5 million GPR annually in the 2023-25 state budget
• Resolution to request state review of entry-level Assistant District Attorney compensation rate
• Mountain Tower Site Generator Replacement discussion
• Riverview Substation Partnership Update
• Monthly reports: District Attorney, Medical Examiner, Jail Population, Calls for Service, Emergency Management, Child Support

The Public Safety Committee voted to forward two resolutions to the full County Board: one supporting increased state funding for child support, and another requesting the state review and raise assistant district attorney compensation. The committee also approved up to $10,000 for a standby generator at the Mountain Tower Site. Other reports were informational only, with no action taken.

• Forwarded resolution supporting increased county child support funding to County Board (unanimous)
• Forwarded resolution requesting state review of assistant district attorney compensation to County Board (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of standby generator for Mountain Tower Site under Procurement Policy (unanimous)

Town of Riverview - Town Board

The Town of Riverview Town Board will hold its regular monthly meeting on October 11, 2022, at 7:00 PM at the Town Hall/Fire Station. The agenda includes discussion and possible action on a proposed roofing ordinance tied to a grant, approval of the Northern Oconto County Community Wildfire Protection Plan, and IT support contract approval. Other items include committee reports, old business on ATV/UTV signage and building plans, and planning for the budget workshop and hearing.

• Discussion/action on proposed roofing ordinance (Chapter 33) requiring roofs to meet NFPA or ICC standards, prior to grant award around 1/1/2023
• Approve Northern Oconto County Community Wildfire Protection Plan
• IT support contract approval
• Update on Infrastructure Grant
• NOCCO Contract approval – Town of Riverview to host October 19th meeting

The board approved a new ATV ordinance with final changes and accepted a two-step land change on Douglas Lane, rezoning from forest to residential and adjusting a property line. The ambulance budget was not accepted due to a substantial increase, and a budget workshop was scheduled. Several routine reports and contracts were approved, including the NOCCO contract and IT support.

• Approved new ATV ordinance (unanimous)
• Accepted first step of land change on Douglas Lane (unanimous)
• Allowed property owner to prepare new deed for strip of land on Douglas Lane (unanimous)
• Approved revised cemetery ordinance (unanimous)
• Accepted NOCCO contract (unanimous)
• Accepted IT support contract (unanimous)
• Designated Ann Hogan as Head of Emergency Management (unanimous)
• Tabled ambulance budget due to $64,743.39 increase for Riverview

MAR-OCO

The Mar-Oco Landfill Committee held a public hearing and recommended approval of the 2023 administrative and operations budgets to the county boards. They also decided not to increase the per-ton tipping fee for municipal solid waste, keeping it at $62. The meeting included updates on landfill operations, including completion of a new waste cell awaiting WDNR approval.

• Recommended approval of 2023 Administrative and Operations Budgets
• Kept tipping fee at $62 per ton (no increase)
• August 2022 invoices totaling $72,385.18 reviewed
• New waste cell complete, awaiting WDNR approval
• Scale Attendant interviews scheduled for 09/09/2022

The Mar-Oco Landfill Committee approved a resolution to increase the Letter of Credit for Closure to meet updated WDNR financial projections, pending Corporation Counsel approval, and recommended both County Boards approve it at their October or November 2022 meetings. The committee also reviewed third-quarter landfill reports, noted a successful WDNR compliance inspection on September 12, 2022, and reported that new hires for scale attendant and landfill operator positions have started. No public comment was received, and no substantive decisions beyond the resolution were made.

• Approved resolution to increase Letter of Credit for Closure, pending Corporation Counsel approval (unanimous)
• Recommended both County Boards approve the resolution at October or November 2022 meetings

Town of Riverview - Building Committee

The Town Board and building committee will hold a special meeting to give final approval to the most recent building prints and discuss next steps in the construction process. The meeting is scheduled for October 5, 2022, at the Town Hall/Fire Station.

• Final approval of most recent building prints
• Discussion of next steps in the building process

The Building Committee reviewed and approved the final building plans for the new town hall/fire station. Questions about future space and bathroom showers were addressed. Zittlow will contact Martenson to submit cost estimates, and the project will be brought to the town once estimates are received.

• Approved final building plans for new town hall/fire station
• Directed Zittlow to contact Martenson for cost estimates

Health & Human Services

The Oconto County Health and Human Services Board is holding a routine open meeting. The agenda includes approval of the agenda and previous meeting minutes, a Board of Health report, approval of attendance at non-county meetings, review of prior months' vendor payments, and division manager reports. No major policy decisions or public hearings are listed.

• Approval of agenda and previous meeting minutes
• Board of Health report
• Approval of attendance at non-county meetings
• Review of prior months vendor payments
• Manager division reports

The Oconto County Health and Human Services Board met on October 5, 2022, and approved the agenda and previous meeting minutes. Reports were received on communicable diseases (COVID-19, influenza, monkeypox), a rise in child care fraud cases, and staffing updates including a resignation and new hires. No formal action was taken on any of the reports.

• Agenda approved as written (motion by Gohr/Ballestad)
• Minutes of September 7, 2022 meeting approved as presented (motion by Barke/Holman)

Land & Water Resources

The Oconto County Land and Water Resources Committee will meet to receive reports from multiple departments and consider several action items. Key items include a potential land acquisition in Bostwick, a proposal from the Town of Stiles, a seedling management contract, and setting 2024 fees. The committee will also consider an appointment to the Chute Lake Inland Protection & Rehabilitation District and discuss the formation of lake districts.

• Bostwick Land Acquisition
• Town of Stiles Proposal on CFR 109 & Iron Bridge
• PRT Seedling Management Contract
• 2024 Fees
• Chute Lake Inland Protection & Rehabilitation District Appointment

The committee voted to accept the Town of Stiles proposal to transfer ownership of CFR 109 (Van Laenen Rd.) back to the town, with conditions including maintaining it as a snowmobile route and closing it to ATV use when snow is present. They also recommended Judy Buhrandt for appointment to the Chute Lake Inland Protection & Rehabilitation District, approved 2023 boat landing fee increases, and set 2024 fees for camping and permits. A resolution will be taken to the county board for purchasing 95,000 red pine seedlings if the contract exceeds $20,000.

• Approved Town of Stiles proposal to transfer CFR 109 (Van Laenen Rd.) with conditions on snowmobile route and ATV closure (motion carried)
• Recommended appointment of Judy Buhrandt to Chute Lake Inland Protection & Rehabilitation District (motion carried)
• Approved 2023 boat landing fees: $7 daily, $50 annual, $75 commercial annual (motion carried)
• Approved 2024 fees: Special Use Permits $20, Chute Pond Seasonal Camp Site $1,750, Daily Camping $35, Chute Pond Group Site $175, NBS Group Site $140 (motion carried)
• Approved taking a resolution to county board for purchase of 95,000 red pine seedlings if contract exceeds $20,000 (motion carried)
• Approved agenda (motion carried)
• Approved minutes of September 6, 2022 (motion carried)

Administration

The Oconto County Administration Committee will meet to hear the 2021 annual audit presentation, receive an update on the 2023 budget including the capital improvement plan, and discuss 2023 health insurance for WPPA employees. The committee will also enter closed session to discuss pending litigation. The agenda includes routine approvals of minutes and general announcements.

• Presentation of 2021 Annual Audit by CliftonLarsonAllen LLP
• Update on 2023 Budget including categories, public notice, and 2023-2027 Capital Improvement Plan draft
• Discussion of 2023 Health Insurance for WPPA
• Closed session to discuss pending county litigation
• Approval of minutes from September 15, 2022 meeting

The Administration Committee voted to recommend the County Board approve a $4,000/$8,000 copay medical plan as the county's plan choice, with a 90% county contribution, and allow WPPA-protected employees to buy up to a $2,000/$4,000 plan. The committee also authorized up to $140,000 for a workers' compensation settlement and $10,000 to hire a firm to address a 2018 data disclosure. No formal action was taken on the 2021 audit or 2023 budget updates, which were informational only.

• Recommended County Board approve $4,000/$8,000 copay medical plan with 90% county contribution for WPPA employees (carried)
• Authorized up to $140,000 for full and final settlement of a workers' compensation matter (carried)
• Authorized $10,000 deductible to hire a firm for assessing and processing an unauthorized data disclosure from 2018 (carried)
• Approved amended agenda (carried)
• Approved September 15, 2022 minutes as presented (carried)

Board of Adjustments

The Oconto County Board of Adjustments is meeting to approve its agenda and minutes from previous meetings, including public hearings held on September 26, 2022. The board will also take public comments and set dates for future public hearings and business meetings. The agenda is largely procedural, with no substantive decisions or discussions listed.

• Approval of minutes from August 30, 2022 business meeting
• Approval of minutes from September 26, 2022 public hearings for Terry Jordan, Thomas Dequaine, Steve Verrette, Anthony Martin, Nathan & Ruth Yoder, Condo Storage Innovations, Ron & Carmen Fosick
• Public comments period
• Setting hearing dates for future public hearings and business meeting

The Oconto County Board of Adjustments approved all seven applications on the September 26, 2022 public hearing agenda, including two variances from shoreland setbacks and five conditional use permits. The board granted Terry Jordan a 40-foot variance from the ordinary high water mark and a 33.5-foot variance from the centerline of the road to replace a mobile home in Townsend. It also approved conditional use permits for a dwelling over 15 years (Thomas Dequaine), a quarry (Steve Verrette), equipment service and repairs (Anthony Martin), a home-based sheet metal fabrication business (Nathan & Ruth Yoder), and storage units (Condo Storage Innovations LLC). Ron & Carmen Fosick received three variances from the ordinary high water mark to rebuild a home in Little Suamico. All votes were unanimous except the Yoder permit, which passed 4-1.

• Granted Terry Jordan 40-ft variance from ordinary high water mark and 33.5-ft variance from road centerline (unanimous)
• Granted Thomas Dequaine conditional use permit for a dwelling over 15 years (unanimous)
• Granted Steve Verrette conditional use permit for operating a quarry (unanimous)
• Granted Anthony Martin conditional use permit for equipment service and repairs (unanimous)
• Granted Nathan & Ruth Yoder conditional use permit for home-based sheet metal fabrication business (4-1)
• Granted Condo Storage Innovations LLC conditional use permit for storage units on three lots (unanimous)
• Granted Ron & Carmen Fosick three variances from ordinary high water mark to rebuild home (unanimous)

Town of Riverview - Planning Commission

The Riverview Planning Commission is meeting to consider a land division and rezone request by Chad Roskopf for parcels near Crooked Lake. The proposal would divide three parcels and rezone one parcel from Forest (F) to Residential Single Family (R-1) at 15491 Douglas Lane. The agenda also includes approval of the July minutes and a report from the Town Board meeting.

• Chad Roskopf land division of parcels 036-5923360242B, 0365923360242B1, and 036-592326131
• Rezone parcel 036-592326 from Forest (F) to Residential Single Family (R-1)
• Location: 15491 Douglas Lane, Crooked Lake
• Approval of minutes from July 26, 2022 meeting

The Planning Commission voted unanimously to recommend to the Town Board two actions for the Chad Roskopf property: a rezone from Forestry (F) to Residential Single Family (R-1) and a lot line realignment adding 7,296 square feet, subject to an easement for Town Road purposes. The meeting also approved the previous meeting's minutes. No other old or new business was discussed.

• Recommended rezone of parcel 036-5923286131 from Forestry (F) to Residential Single Family (R-1) (unanimous)
• Recommended lot line realignment adding 7,296 sq ft, subject to Town Road easement (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from previous meeting (unanimous)

County Board

The Oconto County Board of Supervisors will consider a consent agenda with seven zoning changes, approve the 2023 health insurance carrier, and review the 2023 budget. They will also hear reports on the Bug Tussel project, harassment training, and department updates. Several resolutions involve financial support for the economic development corporation and landfill budgets.

• 7 zoning changes in Towns of Chase, Lena, Little Suamico, and Oconto
• Approval of 2023 health insurance carrier (R2022-09-03)
• County financial support for Oconto County Economic Development Corporation (R2022-09-04)
• Approval of 2023 Mar-Oco Landfill budgets (R2022-09-05)
• Change order for emergency radio tower shelters and generators (R2022-09-07)

The Oconto County Board approved several resolutions including the 2023 health insurance carrier (as amended, 25-0-1), financial support for the Oconto County Economic Development Corporation (25-1), the 2023 Mar-Oco Landfill budgets (unanimous), continuation of internet intrusion detection software (unanimous), and a change order for emergency radio shelters and generators (unanimous). The board also approved a consent agenda containing seven zoning changes and other routine items (27-0-1).

• Approved 2023 health insurance carrier as amended (25-0-1)
• Approved county financial support for Oconto County Economic Development Corporation (25-1)
• Approved 2023 Mar-Oco Landfill administration and operational budgets (unanimous)
• Approved continuation of Albert Sensor internet intrusion detection software (unanimous)
• Approved change order for emergency radio tower shelters and generators (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including 7 zoning changes and other items (27-0-1)
• Approved 2023 special non-union wage schedule (consent agenda)
• Approved resolution supporting Operation Green Light for Veterans (consent agenda)

County Board

The Oconto County Board of Supervisors is attending the Wisconsin Counties Association Annual Conference from September 18-20, 2022, at Kalahari Resorts in Wisconsin Dells. A quorum of the board may be present for information gathering and discussions on conference agenda items within the county's authority. No formal county decisions are scheduled; the meeting is for informational purposes.

• Attendance at 2022 WCA Annual Conference, Sept 18-20, Kalahari Resorts, Wisconsin Dells
• Potential quorum of board present for information gathering and discussions
• Notice posted and provided to media and county website

Administration

The Oconto County Administration Committee will hear the 2021 annual audit, decide on a health insurance carrier for 2023, and review proposed 2023 budgets for multiple departments. It will also discuss debt refinancing, a possible land sale, and an OCEDC funding resolution. The meeting includes a closed session on pending litigation.

• Approval of health insurance carrier for 2023 (WCA/Group Health Trust or WPE, with $1.8M ARPA surcharge)
• Review of 2023 proposed budgets for Airport, Libraries, Fair Board, Veterans Service, and others
• Resolution on county financial support for Oconto County Economic Development Corporation
• Discussion of debt refinancing options
• Land sale bids approval (if any)

The Administration Committee approved WCA/Group Health Trust as the 2023 health insurance carrier, set the employer contribution at 88% of the lowest premium plan, and offered $2,000/$4,000 and $4,000/$8,000 WCA plans. The committee also advanced numerous 2023 department budgets to the County Administrator, approved three land sale bids, and forwarded a resolution requesting $40,000 from contingency for the Oconto County Economic Development Corporation to cover a 2022 deficit.

• Approved WCA/Group Health Trust as 2023 health insurance carrier (unanimous)
• Set employer share at 88% of lowest premium plan (unanimous)
• Offered $2,000/$4,000 and $4,000/$8,000 WCA plans for 2023 (unanimous)
• Advanced 2023 budgets for Airport, Oconto Falls Senior Center, Libraries, Historical Society, Fair Board, Bay Lakes Regional Planning, Commission on Aging, OCEDC, Veterans Service, Treasurer, Finance, Administration, Medical Examiner, Fleet Vehicles, Risk Management, Human Resources, County Clerk, County Board, and Corporation Counsel to County Administrator (all unanimous)
• Approved land sale bids for three parcels: 125 E 4th St. Gillett ($16,500), 8001 Jagiello Road ($61,000), 6208 Kriescher Road ($22,250) (unanimous)
• Forwarded resolution to County Board requesting $40,000 from contingency for OCEDC 2022 deficit (unanimous)
• Forwarded resolution to County Board for Chapter 5 ordinance revision on sales tax (unanimous)
• Forwarded resolution to County Board for employee handbook Section IX.C changes on political activity (unanimous)

Public Safety

The Oconto County Public Safety Committee will review 2023 budget proposals for several departments, including the Sheriff's Office, District Attorney, and Emergency Management, and discuss police service agreements for northern and southern townships. The committee will also consider a resolution for a change order for emergency radio tower shelters and generators, and receive an update on the Riverview Substation partnership.

• 2023 budget reviews for Child Support, Clerk of Court, Corporation Counsel, District Attorney, Emergency Management, and Sheriff's Office
• Resolution for change order for emergency radio tower shelters and generators
• Northern and Southern Townships Police Services Agreements
• Riverview Substation Partnership Update
• Monthly reports from District Attorney, Medical Examiner, Jail, and Emergency Management

The Public Safety Committee forwarded five 2023 budgets (Child Support, Clerk of Court, District Attorney, Emergency Management, Sheriff's Office) to the County Board for approval. It also approved police service agreements for northern and southern townships and a resolution for emergency radio tower shelters and generators. No substantive decisions were made on reports or informational items.

• Forwarded 2023 Child Support budget to County Board (unanimous)
• Forwarded 2023 Clerk of Court budget with revisions to County Board (unanimous)
• Forwarded 2023 District Attorney budget to County Board (unanimous)
• Forwarded 2023 Emergency Management budget to County Board (unanimous)
• Forwarded 2023 Sheriff's Office budget to County Board (unanimous)
• Approved Northern and Southern Townships Police Services Agreements to go to County Board (unanimous)
• Approved resolution for change order for Emergency Radio Tower Shelters and Generators to go to County Board (unanimous)

Property & Technology

The Property & Technology Committee will review the 2023 Technology Service budget and capital budget, and discuss proposed position changes for a Systems Analyst and Network Specialist. The agenda also includes updates on the courtroom digital audio recording system, parking lots, and various technology projects. No final decisions are listed; most items are updates or discussion topics.

• 2023 Technology Service budget and capital budget review
• Position changes for Systems Analyst and Network Specialist
• Update on Courtroom Digital Audio Recording System (DARR)
• Lumen charges and fiber/WiscNet update
• Data center AC units and 911 recorder updates

The Property & Technology Committee approved a $10,680 renewal of the Albert Sensor cybersecurity monitoring system, funded from contingency, and recommended a $5,000 step increase for two technology positions in the 2023 budget. The committee also advanced the 2023 technology budget and capital requests to the County Administrator. A request to increase the maintenance on-call rate from $235 to $335 was noted but not recommended due to budget shortfall.

• Approved Albert Sensor renewal for $10,680 from contingency (motion carried)
• Recommended $5,000 step increase for Systems Analyst and Network Specialist in 2023 budget (motion carried)
• Advanced 2023 technology budget and capital request to County Administrator (motion carried)
• Approved agenda as presented (motion carried)
• Approved minutes of August 10, 2022 (motion carried)

Town of Riverview - Town Board

The Town Board will meet to discuss various committee reports, road updates, and old business. New business items include a wildfire protection plan, tractor quotes, and a recycling contract agreement.

• Northern Oconto County Community Wildfire Protection Plan approval
• Tractor quote and approval
• Oconto Recycling Contract Agreement
• Anderson Lane road report
• Crooked Lake brush site purchase update

The Town Board approved the purchase of a new ambulance to address rising costs and long lead times, and adopted the Northern Oconto County Community Wildfire Protection Plan. Several other actions were taken, including approving the Oconto County Recycle Contract and a special event permit for Oktoberfest. The meeting also covered road maintenance, fire department updates, and a library expansion project.

• Approved purchase of next ambulance (motion by Zittlow, second by Booth, carried)
• Approved Northern Oconto County Community Wildfire Protection Plan (motion by Zittlow, second by Booth, carried)
• Approved Oconto County Recycle Contract (motion by Booth, second by Zittlow, carried)
• Approved permit for Oktoberfest on October 8th (motion by Booth, second by Zittlow, carried)
• Accepted August 2022 Financial Report and paid all bills (motions carried)
• Accepted minutes from three special board meetings and regular meeting (motion by Booth, second by Zittlow, carried)
• Decided Tar Dam Recycle Center will be closed Dec 24-25 and open Tuesday instead; Crooked Lake Site closed Sunday, open Saturday
• Decided Jacklin Heights owner must get new driveway permit, not transfer existing permit

Health & Human Services

The Oconto County Health and Human Services Board will consider approving its 2023 budget proposal, a memorandum of understanding for medical countermeasures, and budget adjustments. The board will also hear a harm reduction (AODA) public health presentation and review prior months' vendor payments.

• Approval of 2023 Budget Proposal
• Memorandum of Understanding for Medical Countermeasures
• Harm Reduction (AODA) Public Health Presentation
• Approval of Budget Adjustments
• Review of Prior Months Vendor Payments

The Oconto County Health and Human Services Board approved the proposed 2023 budget and forwarded it to the Administrator. The board also approved budget adjustments and reviewed vendor payments. Reports covered COVID-19, monkeypox, school flu clinics, harm reduction initiatives, and division updates.

• Approved 2023 budget proposal and forwarded to Administrator
• Approved budget adjustments
• Approved agenda as written
• Approved August 3, 2022 meeting minutes

Land & Water Resources

The Oconto County Land and Water Resources Committee will review the 2023 budget, including a proposed $36,301 levy increase for Planning & Zoning, and make appointments to two lake rehabilitation districts. The agenda also includes reports from various departments and partner agencies, and a decision on Secure Rural Schools Act funding for the Forest, Parks & Recreation Department.

• 2023 Budget Review, including Planning & Zoning net levy increase of $36,301 to $349,670
• Appointments to Munger/Bear Lake Rehabilitation District and Inland Lakes Protection & Rehabilitation District #1
• Secure Rural Schools Act Funding Election for Forest, Parks & Recreation
• Road Access Permits discussion
• Review of prior month vendor payments

The Land & Water Resources Committee voted to forward 2023 budgets for UW Extension, Register of Deeds, Land Information/Land Records, LWR/Planning/Zoning/Solid Waste, and Forest/Parks/Recreation to Administration for County Board consideration. The committee also recommended appointments to two lake rehabilitation district boards and maintained Secure Rural Schools Act funding percentages. Two road access permits were authorized for Birr & Moss in the Town of Abrams.

• Forwarded 2023 UW Extension budget to Administration (unanimous)
• Forwarded 2023 Register of Deeds budget to Administration (unanimous)
• Forwarded 2023 Land Information/Land Records budget to Administration (unanimous)
• Forwarded 2023 LWR/Planning/Zoning/Solid Waste budgets to Administration (unanimous)
• Forwarded 2023 Forest/Parks/Recreation budgets to Administration (unanimous)
• Recommended John Rabe to Munger/Bear Lake Rehabilitation District board (unanimous)
• Recommended John Zeller to Inland Lakes Protection & Rehabilitation District #1 board (unanimous)
• Maintained Secure Rural Schools Act funding percentages as previous years (unanimous)

MAR-OCO

The Mar-Oco Landfill Committee approved a $40 per ton increase to the bulk tire disposal fee, bringing it to $390 per ton, and entered into a new 12-month service agreement with Liberty Tire Recycling. The committee also reviewed the draft 2023 budget and discussed hiring a replacement for a resigning scale attendant.

• Approved 12-month tire disposal service agreement with Liberty Tire Recycling
• Increased bulk tire disposal fee to $390 per ton, effective September 1, 2022
• Reviewed draft 2023 landfill administration and operations budget
• Approved hiring process to replace scale attendant Teri Taylor, who resigned
• Reviewed July 2022 paid invoices totaling $79,470.51

The Mar-Oco Landfill Committee voted unanimously to recommend approval of the 2023 Administrative and Operations Budgets to the respective County Boards. The committee also agreed not to increase the per-ton tipping fee for municipal solid waste, keeping it at $62 per ton. No public comment was received during the public hearing on the budgets.

• Approved 2023 Administrative and Operations Budgets (unanimous)
• Kept tipping fee at $62/ton, no increase (unanimous)

Board of Adjustments

The Oconto County Board of Adjustments is meeting to approve its agenda and minutes from prior business and public hearings, hear public comments, and set future hearing and business meeting dates. The agenda is largely procedural, with no new substantive decisions listed.

• Approval of minutes from August 11 business meeting and August 24-25 public hearings
• Public comments on reorganization of board officers and a PowerPoint presentation on the board's role
• Review of the Voight hearing from 8/1/22 for amendment to minutes and d&o
• Setting of future public hearing and business meeting dates

The Oconto County Board of Adjustment approved six zoning variances and three conditional use permits, and denied one variance for a lakefront home. The board also reorganized its officers, re-electing Alan Sleeter as Chair, Al Stranz as Vice Chair, and Carol Heise as Secretary.

• Granted 31-ft height variance and 34-ft side lot line variance for amateur radio tower (5-0)
• Denied 33-ft variance from ordinary high water mark setback for new home (5-0)
• Granted 17-ft road centerline variance for garage in Townsend (4-1)
• Granted 1.5-ft side lot line and 27.5-ft road right-of-way variances for garage (5-0)
• Granted 31-ft road centerline and 29-ft ordinary high water mark variances for garage (5-0)
• Granted 10-ft rear yard variance for garage (5-0)
• Granted conditional use permit for limo service home business (5-0)
• Granted conditional use permit for agritourism and archery business (5-0)

Town of Riverview - Town Board

The Town Board is holding a special meeting to review building plans with a representative from Martenson & Eisle and to discuss ATV/UTV speed limits. The meeting is scheduled for August 24, 2022, at the Town Hall/Fire Station.

• Meeting with Tim Carlson of Martenson & Eisle to review building plans
• Discussion of ATV/UTV speed limits

The board voted unanimously to adopt the county's recommended speed limits for ATV/UTV use, requiring all vehicles to follow posted limits. The board also decided to move the sheriff's garage to the south for a drive-through design and approved Plan B for bathroom plans to qualify for ARPA/grant funding. A tentative budget was reviewed, with costs rising about one-third due to material price increases.

• Adopted county recommended speed limits for ATVs/UTVs (unanimous)
• Moved sheriff's garage to south for drive-through design
• Approved Plan B for bathroom plans to meet ARPA/grant accessibility requirements
• Reviewed tentative budget with 1/3 cost increase due to material prices

Land & Water Resources

The Oconto County Land and Water Resources Committee will review and potentially approve a draft recycling intergovernmental agreement with municipalities, review the Land & Water Conservation Department budget, and consider a U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service grant application for a pollinator habitat program. The meeting also includes a county tour with site visits to dams, a dairy farm, and lake districts.

• Draft Recycling Intergovernmental Agreement with municipalities, effective Jan 1, 2023 – Dec 31, 2025, with $20 per capita early termination penalty
• GFL Environmental bid summary for recycling containers: monthly rates from $154 to $845, with 3% annual increases and fuel surcharges
• US Fish and Wildlife Service grant application for Pollinator Habitat Program: $49,600 total, with $36,500 requested from USFWS and $14,100 county match
• Purchase of no-till native seed drill ($25,000) and native seed mixes ($10,500) for pollinator habitat
• County tour includes visits to Weso Dam, Chute Pond Foot Bridge, Inland Lake District, and Alsteen Dairy Farm

The Land & Water Resources Committee approved a draft Recycling Intergovernmental Agreement and authorized the County Conservationist to apply for US Fish & Wildlife Grant funds. The committee also reviewed the 2023 Land & Water Resources Budget, which will be submitted as presented. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved draft Recycling Intergovernmental Agreement (unanimous)
• Authorized County Conservationist to apply for US Fish & Wildlife Grant funds (unanimous)

Land & Water Resources

The Land & Water Resources Committee will consider a resolution (R2022-08-02) to support Oconto County as a site for a National Estuarine Research Reserve. The agenda also includes routine items like approval of the agenda, announcements, and setting the next meeting date. The attached materials explain the reserve designation process and its potential benefits.

• Resolution R2022-08-02: Support of Oconto County as a National Estuarine Research Reserve Site
• Discussion of candidate site areas for the Bay of Green Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve
• Public hearing or comment opportunity via technical webinars and Q&A sessions
• No action items other than the resolution; rest is informational

The Land & Water Resources Committee voted to approve Resolution R2022-08-02, which expresses support for Oconto County becoming a National Estuarine Research Reserve site. The meeting also included distribution of a USDA response letter regarding a previous resolution. The next regular meeting was scheduled for August 22, 2022.

• Approved agenda as presented (motion Scanlan/Augustine, carried)
• Approved Resolution R2022-08-02 supporting Oconto County as a National Estuarine Research Reserve site (motion Scanlan/Schneider, carried)

Administration

The Oconto County Administration Committee is meeting to discuss and potentially act on temporary premium pay for telecommunicators. The agenda also includes routine items like approval of the agenda, communications, announcements, and setting the next meeting date. No other substantive action items are listed.

• Temporary premium pay for telecommunicators

The Administration Committee approved a request to add temporary premium pay for telecommunicators (dispatchers) in the Sheriff's Office, matching the existing premium pay for correctional officers. The pay is effective starting the current payroll period and runs through December 31, 2022. The committee noted room in the Sheriff's Office budget and positive effects on retention and morale.

• Approved temporary premium pay for telecommunicators through 12/31/2022 (motion by Kroll/Willems, carried)

County Board

The Oconto County Board of Supervisors will consider two rezoning requests in the Town of Pensaukee, a passenger van purchase for New View Industries, and several other resolutions. The board will also hear updates from Health & Human Services, the Economic Development Corporation, and Human Resources.

• Rezone 0.02 acres from General Commercial to Residential Single Family (Beasley, Tax Parcel #034-33230174B)
• Rezone 3.157 acres from Agricultural to Rural Residential (Westcot, Tax Parcel #034-393101834A)
• Purchase 2023 Ford passenger van for $57,118.50 from Broadway Automotive for New View Industries
• Resolution to support Oconto County as a National Estuarine Research Reserve Site
• Approval of second agreement change order for emergency radio tower at courthouse site

The Oconto County Board approved a resolution supporting the county's designation as a National Estuarine Research Reserve site. They also approved a second change order for the emergency radio tower at the courthouse and a quote for window replacement in Buildings A and B. The consent agenda, including two zoning changes in the Town of Pensaukee, was approved unanimously.

• Approved R2022-08-02 supporting Oconto County as a National Estuarine Research Reserve site (unanimous)
• Approved R2022-08-03 second agreement change order for Emergency Radio Tower Courthouse Site (unanimous)
• Approved R2022-08-04 quote for Building A & B window replacement (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including zoning changes for Beasley and Westcot in Town of Pensaukee (unanimous)
• Approved proceedings from July 21, 2022 meeting (unanimous)

County Board of Canvassers

The Oconto County Board of Canvassers is meeting to review and inspect election documents from each reporting unit to complete the August 9, 2022 Partisan Primary Election. The board will also list irregularities and verify tamper-evident serial numbers on voting equipment for a random selection of reporting units. This is a procedural meeting focused on certifying election results.

• Review and inspect documents from each reporting unit for the Aug. 9, 2022 Partisan Primary Election
• List of irregularities
• Verification of tamper-evident serial numbers on voting equipment for 10 randomly selected reporting units
• Meeting held at Lec North/South Conference Room, 301 Washington Street, Oconto WI

Town of Riverview - Town Board

The Town Board is holding a special meeting to discuss potential equipment purchases with J & J Contracting, along with Fire Department representatives, and to explore CWPP Grant opportunities. The agenda also includes a contract review by Duff Leaver. The meeting is scheduled for 9 am on August 17, 2022, at the Town Hall/Fire Station.

• Discussion of potential equipment purchases with J & J Contracting
• Exploration of CWPP Grant opportunities
• Contract review by Duff Leaver

County Board

The Oconto County Board of Supervisors is meeting for an outside facilities tour, primarily offered for the newest board members to gather information and discuss matters under the board's authority. The agenda contains no voting items or decisions; it is informational and procedural only.

• Facilities tour at 301 Washington Street, Oconto WI
• Open meeting with 24-hour public notice
• Accommodations available for disabilities with 24-hour notice

County Board of Canvassers

The Oconto County Board of Canvassers is meeting to review and inspect election documents from each reporting unit to complete the August 9, 2022 Partisan Primary Election. The board will also list any irregularities and verify tamper-evident serial numbers on voting equipment for a random selection of 10 reporting units. This is a procedural post-election canvass meeting.

• Review and inspect election documents from each reporting unit for the Aug. 9, 2022 partisan primary
• List of irregularities
• Verify tamper-evident serial numbers on voting equipment for 10 randomly selected reporting units' EL-104 Inspector's Statements

The Oconto County Board of Canvassers met to review and inspect election documents from the August 9, 2022 Partisan Primary. They documented irregularities in several reporting units, including incorrect write-in recording, missing serial numbers, and uninitialed statements. The board decided not to count write-ins with no name next to the oval. No formal motions or votes were recorded; the meeting was procedural.

• Decided not to count write-ins with no name next to the oval
• Documented scattering/registered write-in errors in 13 reporting units
• Noted missing serial numbers on chain of custody envelope in Town of Bagley
• Flagged census vs. registered voter discrepancy in Town of Doty
• Noted uninitialed inspector statement in Town of Gillett
• Noted absent voter numbers not recorded in red in Town of Townsend and City of Oconto Falls
• Confirmed all write-ins in Town of Breed as scattering per clerk phone call
• Adjourned at 5:15 p.m.

MAR-OCO

The Mar-Oco Landfill Committee is meeting to review landfill operations, financial reports, and construction progress. The most consequential action was approving the purchase of a new Cat 826K solid waste compactor for $769,000 in 2022, moving the purchase up from 2023. The committee also approved a 5-year Capital Improvement Plan that includes costs to close a portion of the landfill reaching capacity.

• Approved purchase of Cat 826K solid waste compactor for $769,000 from Fabick-Cat, retaining Bomag BC 672-RB-2 as backup
• Approved 5-year Capital Improvement Plan including construction cost estimate for closing a portion of the landfill
• Approved hiring limited term employees to operate wheel loader and compactor when full-time staff are absent
• Accepted 2021 Annual Financial Report and Management Letter
• Reviewed invoices: April/May 2022 ($32,728.11 / $56,361.37), June 2022 ($414,439.40)

The Mar-Oco Landfill Committee approved a 12-month tire disposal service agreement with Liberty Tire Recycling and increased the bulk tire disposal fee to $390 per ton effective September 1, 2022. They also continued the hiring process for a scale attendant after Teri Taylor's resignation. The 2023 budget was reviewed, with a public hearing scheduled for September 2nd.

• Approved 12-month tire disposal service agreement with Liberty Tire Recycling (unanimous)
• Increased bulk tire disposal fee to $390 per ton effective September 1, 2022 (unanimous)
• Continued hiring process for scale attendant replacement (unanimous)
• Approved agenda and minutes from June and July meetings (unanimous)

Administration

The Oconto County Administration Committee will meet to review routine reports and take action on several administrative items. Key discussions include land sale bids, debt refinancing options with Huntington Securities, the 2023 part-time non-union wage schedule, and an extension of temporary premium pay for correctional officers. The committee may also enter closed session to consider disciplining a public employee.

• Discuss/approve land sale bids
• Meet with Jeffery Belongia, Huntington Securities, Inc. – discuss debt refinancing options
• Part-Time Non-Union Wage Schedule 2023 approval
• Extension of temporary premium pay for correctional officers
• Review 2022 revenue & expenditure summary report

The Administration Committee approved multiple land sale bids totaling over $208,000, approved the 2023 part-time non-union wage schedule, and extended temporary premium pay for correctional officers through the end of 2022. They also approved a County Board Supervisor request process to forward to the Executive Committee. Several items were informational only, including debt refinancing options and the OCEDC contract discussion.

• Approved land sale bids for four parcels totaling $208,510 (unanimous)
• Approved County Board Supervisor request process to forward to Executive Committee (unanimous)
• Approved 2023 Part-Time Non-Union Wage Schedule (unanimous)
• Approved extension of temporary premium pay for correctional officers through end of 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved review and update of alcohol & drug policy as discussed in closed session (unanimous)

Library Services Board

The Oconto County Library Services Board is meeting to review a draft of 2023 county funding for libraries, including minimum funding calculations and 2022 library exemptions. The board will also discuss the 2022 marketing campaign and library services system design. The attached draft shows proposed 2023 allocations totaling $446,500, with increases for Lakewood, Oconto, and Oconto Falls, and level funding for Gillett, Lena, and Suring.

• Review draft 2023 county library funding totaling $446,500
• Proposed increases: Lakewood +$4,239, Oconto Falls +$5,324, Oconto +$50
• Level funding proposed for Gillett, Lena, and Suring
• Discussion of 2022 library exemptions
• Discussion of 2022 marketing campaign

The Oconto County Library Services Board met on August 10, 2022, and approved the agenda and minutes from the previous meeting. They discussed a draft of 2023 county funding for libraries and the possibility of appointing a county library vs. a county library system. No formal decisions were made on these topics, but the board agreed to have Nicolet Library present options on a consolidated county library, with Erik Pritzl, Amy Peterson, and Vicki Gooding as contacts. The next meeting is scheduled for December 14, 2022.

• Approved agenda (motion by Elbe/Sleeter, carried)
• Approved minutes of May 11, 2022 meeting (motion by Elbe/Patenaude, carried)
• Adjourned at 3:27 p.m. (motion by Schroeder/Elbe, carried)

Property & Technology

The Oconto County Property & Technology Committee will review and discuss the 2023 budget, including the maintenance engineer's report and technology services budget. They will also receive updates on several technology projects, including the Civic Engage website, fiber route, and radio projects, and discuss window replacement for Building A.

• Approve 2023 Budget
• Discuss Window Replacement Building A
• Civic Engage Website Project update
• Fiber Route Project update
• Technology Services Department Reorganization Discussion

The Property & Technology Committee recommended the 2023 Maintenance Department budget to the Administration Committee and voted to waive the procurement process for a window replacement project at Buildings A & B, as only one vendor quoted. The committee also received updates on technology projects, including the Civic Engage website and fiber route plans, and postponed a decision on renewing the Albert sensor service due to cost.

• Recommended 2023 Maintenance Department budget to Administration Committee (motion carried)
• Waived procurement process for window replacement at Buildings A & B (motion carried)
• Approved agenda as presented (motion carried)
• Approved minutes of July 13, 2022 (motion carried)

Board of Adjustments

The Oconto County Board of Adjustments is meeting to approve its agenda and minutes from prior meetings, hear public comments, and set dates for future public hearings and business meetings. The agenda is largely procedural, with no substantive decisions or proposals listed for this session.

• Approval of minutes from June 29, 2022 business meeting
• Approval of minutes from July 27, 2022 public hearings (Kelly Rukamp, Bruce Harvey, WICO Inc lots #03 and #23, David Seeber)
• Approval of minutes from August 1, 2022 public hearings (Brian Rieth, Tyler Verhagen, Jacob Voight, Alyssa Zeitler, Dennis Wiskow, Enrique Corona)
• Public comments on reorganization of board officers and PowerPoint presentation on role of Board of Adjustments
• Setting dates for future public hearings and business meeting

The Oconto County Board of Adjustments approved seven of eight applications during its July 27 and August 1, 2022 public hearings, granting variances for setbacks and conditional use permits for dwellings, storage units, an educational center, and a dog grooming business. One variance request for a deck closer to the ordinary high watermark was denied. The board also approved minutes and set future hearing dates.

• Granted 19-foot setback variance for Kelly Rukamp's storage shed in Town of Mountain (5-0)
• Granted 20-foot centerline and 39-foot OHWM variances for Bruce Harvey's new home in Town of Mountain (4-1 centerline, 5-0 OHWM)
• Granted conditional use permit for WICO, Inc. dwelling over 15 years on Lot #03 in Town of Mountain (5-0)
• Granted conditional use permit for WICO, Inc. dwelling over 15 years on Lot #23 in Town of Mountain (5-0)
• Denied 32-foot OHWM variance for David Seeber's deck in Town of Townsend (5-0)
• Granted 12-foot centerline variance for Brian Rieth's home addition in Town of Spruce (5-0)
• Granted conditional use permit for Tyler Verhagen's storage units in Town of Underhill (5-0)
• Granted conditional use permit for Jacob Voight's educational center in Town of Abrams (5-0)

Public Safety

The Oconto County Public Safety Committee will consider a resolution approving a second agreement change order for the emergency radio tower at the courthouse site. The agenda also includes updates on the Riverview Substation partnership, jail population, and monthly reports from the District Attorney, Medical Examiner, and Emergency Management Director.

• Resolution for approval of second agreement change order for emergency radio tower at courthouse site
• Riverview Substation partnership update
• Jail population numbers and phone/medical contract updates
• District Attorney monthly report
• Medical Examiner monthly report

The Public Safety Committee voted to submit a resolution with language changes to the County Board for approval of a second agreement change order for the Emergency Radio Tower at the Courthouse site. All other items were informational only, including updates on the jail population, medical examiner, and emergency management. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved resolution for second agreement change order for Emergency Radio Tower Courthouse Site to be submitted to County Board (motion carried)

Board of Adjustments

This is a routine administrative meeting of the Oconto County Board of Adjustments. The board will approve the agenda and minutes from previous meetings, hear public comments, and set dates for future public hearings and business meetings. No substantive decisions or public hearings are scheduled for this session.

• Approval of minutes from June 29, 2022 business meeting
• Approval of minutes from July 27, 2022 public hearings (Kelly Rukamp, Bruce Harvey, WICO Inc lots 03 and 23, David Seeber)
• Approval of minutes from August 1, 2022 public hearings (Brian Rieth, Tyler Verhagen, Jacob Voight, Alyssa Zeitler, Dennis Wiskow, Enrique Corona)
• Public comments on reorganization of board officers and PowerPoint presentation on role of Board of Adjustments
• Setting dates for future public hearings and business meeting

The Oconto County Board of Adjustment approved several variances and conditional use permits during its July 27 and August 1 public hearings. Decisions included granting setback variances for Kelly Rukamp, Bruce Harvey, and Brian Rieth, and conditional use permits for WICO, Inc., Tyler Verhagen, Jacob Voight, Alyssa Zeitler, Dennis Wiskow, and Enrique Corona. A variance request from David Seeber was denied.

• Granted 19-ft road setback variance for Kelly Rukamp (5-0)
• Granted 20-ft road and 39-ft OHWM variances for Bruce Harvey (4-1, 5-0)
• Granted conditional use permits for two WICO, Inc. dwellings over 15 years (5-0 each)
• Denied 32-ft OHWM variance for David Seeber (5-0)
• Granted 12-ft road setback variance for Brian Rieth (5-0)
• Granted conditional use permit for storage units for Tyler Verhagen (5-0)
• Granted conditional use permit for educational center for Jacob Voight (5-0)
• Granted conditional use permit for dog grooming for Alyssa Zeitler (5-0)

Town of Riverview - Town Board

The Town of Riverview Town Board will hold its regular monthly meeting on August 9, 2022, at 7:00 PM at the Town Hall/Fire Station. The board will discuss and possibly act on several items, including approving ATV ordinance changes, a CWPP grant application, and a broadband project requiring an 80x80 building. Reports from committees and departments will be presented, and the board will also address old and new business items.

• Approve ATV ordinance changes toward county-approved ordinance
• CWPP Grant Application – action to approve or deny
• Broadband to Crooked Lake – will need an 80x80 building
• Ambulance grant received – $18,000
• County IT support offer to municipalities

The Town Board approved a land division request from Paul Leiterman without the 3-foot public use access area, as the property is in a residential area and the turn-off space was deemed unnecessary. The board also accepted the Oconto County Ordinance sections 27.5 and 27.7 for ATV use to avoid liability, and approved the July financial report and payment of bills. The library expansion received $300,000 in county funding, and the town is transitioning its website to a .wi.gov domain.

• Approved land division for Paul Leiterman without 3-foot dedication (motion by Zittlow, second by Booth, carried)
• Accepted Oconto County Ordinance sections 27.5 and 27.7 for ATV use (motion by Zittlow, second by Booth, carried)
• Approved July 2022 financial report with ending balance $828,531.89
• Approved payment of bills as presented, including $400 fox/kit removal
• Accepted July minutes (motion by Booth, second by Zittlow, carried)

Health & Human Services

The Oconto County Health and Human Services Board will consider approving the purchase of a passenger van for New View Industries, along with budget adjustments and client/operations contracts. The meeting also includes a presentation on Drug Endangered Children and routine approvals of minutes, attendance, and vendor payments.

• Resolution to approve purchase of passenger van for New View Industries
• Approval of budget adjustments
• Approval of client/operations contracts (Dr. Neha Thapa)
• Drug Endangered Children (DEC) presentation
• Review of prior months vendor payments

The Oconto County Health and Human Services Board tabled a resolution to purchase a passenger van for New View Industries pending more information. The board approved budget adjustments and a 2022 contract with Dr. Neha Thapa. Reports on COVID-19, monkeypox, and a salmonella outbreak were presented as information.

• Tabled resolution to purchase passenger van for New View Industries
• Approved budget adjustments
• Approved 2022 contract with Dr. Neha Thapa
• Approved agenda as written
• Approved minutes of July 13, 2022 meetings

Traffic Safety Commission

The Oconto County Traffic Safety Commission is holding its regular quarterly meeting. The agenda includes reports on highway construction, traffic safety legislation, and crash data, as well as discussions on traffic hazards and community crash maps. The meeting is open to the public.

• Status updates on area highway construction and repair proposals
• WDOT BOTS report and updates on traffic safety
• Review of traffic crashes and community maps, including fatality crash review
• Discussion of traffic hazard locations and recommended safety improvements
• Traffic safety training updates

The Oconto County Traffic Safety Commission met on July 27, 2022, and approved the agenda and the minutes from the April 27, 2022 meeting. No substantive decisions were made; the meeting consisted of status updates and reports from members, including highway construction, traffic statistics, and safety initiatives.

• Approved agenda as presented
• Approved April 27, 2022 minutes

Town of Riverview - Planning Commission

The Riverview Planning Commission is meeting to handle routine business, including approving the June minutes and receiving a report from the Town Board. The main item is a new business proposal for a land division on Martha Lane at Crooked Lake, presented by surveyor Jess Smith of Northeast Surveying on behalf of Paul Leiterman.

• Paul Leiterman land division on Martha Lane, Crooked Lake
• Approval of minutes from June 29, 2022 monthly meeting
• Report from July 7 Town Board meeting

The Planning Commission recommended approval of a land division on Martha Lane, dividing property into two lots, with a 3-foot road dedication on both sides of Martini and Martha Lanes. The recommendation will go to the Town Board for final decision. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Recommended approval of Paul Leiterman land division into two lots (all in favor)
• Recommended 3-foot road dedication on both sides of Martini and Martha Lanes (all in favor)

Local Emergency Planning Committee

The Oconto County Local Emergency Planning Committee (LEPC) will hold its regular meeting to elect a chair and vice chair, review the membership list, and discuss the 2022 spill report. They will also hear updates on off-site plans and the hazardous material response team, including grant updates. The meeting is open to the public.

• Election of LEPC Chair and Vice Chair
• Review of 2022 Spill Report for Oconto County
• Status of Off-Site Plans presented by Beth McCormick
• Hazardous Material Response Team update including EPCRA Exercise Grant Requirement and Haz Mat Grant Update
• Hazardous Material Clean Up update by Gene Prellwitz

The Oconto County Local Emergency Planning Committee elected Deb Konitzer as chair and Bob Bake as vice chair, and approved the agenda and previous meeting minutes. The committee reviewed a spill report, off-site plans, and haz mat grant updates, but took no formal action on these items. The next meeting is set for October 24, 2022.

• Approved agenda as amended (motion carried)
• Approved amended minutes of April 25, 2021 meeting (motion carried)
• Elected Konitzer as LEPC Chair (motion carried)
• Elected Bake as LEPC Vice Chair (motion carried)

Land & Water Resources

The Land & Water Resources Committee of the Oconto County Board of Supervisors is meeting on July 22, 2022, at the Brown County STEM Innovation Center in Green Bay. The sole purpose is for a quorum of the committee to attend the Lake Michigan Area Land & Water Conservation Association Summer Tour to gather information and participate in discussions. No formal decisions or votes are listed on the agenda.

• Attendance at Lake Michigan Area Land & Water Conservation Association Summer Tour
• Meeting location: Brown County STEM Innovation Center, 2019 Technology Way, Green Bay, WI 54311

County Board

The Oconto County Board will consider resolutions on a broadband infrastructure bond guaranty, emergency radio system contracts, and other public safety and funding items. The most consequential item is a resolution to guarantee up to $16.5 million of revenue bonds for Bug Tussel 1, LLC's telecommunications project, which aims to provide wireless internet and phone service to rural areas.

• R2022-07-01: Unconditional county guaranty of up to $16.5M for Bug Tussel 1, LLC broadband project
• R2022-07-02: Agreement for DC Power Systems for Emergency Radio System Project
• R2022-07-03: OnSolve-CodeRED Service Agreement
• R2022-07-04: Funding for training and equipment for Brazeau Dive Team
• R2022-07-07: American Rescue Plan Act funding for Lakes Country Public Library

The Oconto County Board approved a resolution to unconditionally guarantee its pro rata share of taxable revenue bond financing for the Bug Tussel 1, LLC broadband project (28-1). The board also approved agreements for emergency radio system DC power systems (27-3), OnSolve-CodeRED service, Brazeau Dive Team training/equipment funding, PSAP grant funding, and repealed the May 13, 2022 emergency declaration. ARPA funding for Lakes Country Public Library was approved 19-10 with one abstention.

• Adopted R2022-07-01 Bug Tussel broadband project guaranty (28-1)
• Adopted R2022-07-02 DC power systems for emergency radio project (27-3)
• Adopted R2022-07-03 OnSolve-CodeRED service agreement (30-0)
• Adopted R2022-07-04 Brazeau Dive Team training/equipment funding (30-0)
• Adopted R2022-07-05 PSAP grant funding for one answering point (30-0)
• Repealed May 13, 2022 emergency declaration (30-0)
• Approved ARPA funding for Lakes Country Public Library (19-10, 1 abstention)
• Approved consent agenda and previous meeting proceedings (30-0)

Town of Riverview - Seven Town & NOCCO

Representatives from Brazeau, Breed, Doty, Lakewood, Mountain, Riverview, and Townsend are meeting to coordinate on regional issues. The session includes reports from county emergency management, the sheriff, and tourism officials.

• Ordinance issues for ATV/UTVs
• Animal Control Officer report regarding a second new hire
• Lakewood Trail Head update
• Bike Trails update from the Planning Commission
• OCEDC Tourism report

The Seven Towns meeting on July 20, 2022, was largely informational, with reports from county officials and committee updates. No formal votes were taken; the only motion approved was to accept the previous meeting's minutes. Key topics included the upcoming NOCCO contract renewal, a proposed room tax on short-term rentals, and discussions on ATV speed limit ordinance consistency.

• Approved minutes from April 20, 2022 meeting (motion by Hogan, second by Edison)
• Discussed NOCCO contract renewal (no action taken)
• Heard proposal for room tax on short-term rentals (no action taken)
• Discussed ATV speed limit ordinance consistency (no action taken)

Town of Riverview - Town Board

The Town Board is holding a special meeting to discuss building permit tracking, appointing Board of Review members, recycling costs, town hall usage fees, and short-term rental funding. The agenda includes updates on Eliason Road and advertising with OCEDC.

• Discussion on building permit tracking, including permits for storage sheds, electric work, and campers
• Appointment of members for Board of Review under Ordinances #6 and #26
• Recycling program bill tracking
• Town Hall use fees for businesses vs. organizations
• Short-term rental funding and bike trails discussion

The Town Board reviewed floor plans for the new Town Hall and discussed potential changes, including removing interior walls, switching the board room with the clerk's office, and addressing concerns about north-facing garage doors. No formal decisions were made; the board directed follow-up actions such as sending prints to the architect and planning committee. The board also discussed several other items, including recycling center land, construction permit tracking, and an ordinance for Board of Review alternates, but no votes were recorded.

• Eliminated Ordinance #26 and updated Ordinance #6 with Nancy Patrick, Jim Wisneski, and Matt Connell as Board of Review alternates
• Determined that no charge will be made for Town Hall use by meetings, but businesses or events making money must pay
• Approved $15,000 budget for OCEDC advertising in 2023, including full-page ad and TV spots
• Discussed updating fuel surcharge for road work; Hogan to talk to Kim about contract
• Discussed possible use of $10,000 in extra ARPA funds for cemetery road blacktop, but no decision made

Administration

The Oconto County Administration Committee is meeting to discuss and potentially approve several financial items, including American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding for the Lakes Country Public Library and the Brazeau Dive Team, a final resolution on a county guaranty for Bug Tussel 1, LLC revenue bonds, and a possible land sale. The agenda also includes routine reports from the Treasurer, Finance Director, and Human Resources Director, along with a discussion of the 2023 Economic Development Corporation contract and opioid securitization.

• Resolution to approve ARPA funding for Lakes Country Public Library
• Resolution to approve ARPA funding for training and equipment for Brazeau Dive Team
• Final resolution on county guaranty for Bug Tussel 1, LLC taxable revenue bond financing
• Discussion of Oconto County Economic Development Corporation contract for 2023
• Land sale bid for Parcel 029-090900911H1

The Administration Committee approved multiple land sale bids and set new minimum bids for unsold parcels. It also recommended approval of ARPA funding for the Lakes Country Public Library and the Brazeau Dive Team, and supported pursuing opioid securitization. The committee approved a temporary increase in Treasurer's Office staff hours and a temporary employee referral incentive policy.

• Approved 9 land sale bids totaling $258,902 (unanimous)
• Set new minimum bids on 4 unsold parcels (unanimous)
• Recommended ARPA funding for Lakes Country Public Library (unanimous)
• Recommended ARPA funding for Brazeau Dive Team (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of Bug Tussel bond financing resolution (unanimous)
• Supported pursuing opioid securitization (unanimous)
• Approved temporary increase in Treasurer's Office part-time position from 15 to 25 hours/week (unanimous)
• Approved Temporary Employee Referral Incentive policy (unanimous)

Public Safety

The Oconto County Public Safety Committee is meeting to review monthly reports and vote on several agreements, including a $40,838.90 four-year contract for the CodeRED emergency notification system and a change order for the emergency radio system project. The committee will also discuss the Riverview Substation partnership and receive updates on the Mountain Tower generator and rehab trailer.

• Approve Onsolve-CodeRED Service Agreement: $40,838.90 over four years for emergency alerts
• Approve DC Power Systems Agreement for Emergency Radio System Project
• Approve Shelters and Generators Change Order for Emergency Radio System Project
• Approve Brazeau Dive Team Training and Equipment Funding Agreement
• Approve WiSMAC Agreement for mutual aid

The Public Safety Committee approved entering into the WiSMAC agreement and voted to submit resolutions to the County Board for the Onsolve-CodeRED service, DC Power Systems for the emergency radio project, Brazeau Dive Team training and equipment, and the PSAP designee for grant funding. All other reports were informational only, with no action taken.

• Approved entering into WiSMAC agreement (unanimous)
• Approved submitting Onsolve-CodeRED service agreement resolution to County Board (unanimous)
• Approved submitting DC Power Systems agreement resolution for emergency radio project to County Board (unanimous)
• Approved submitting Brazeau Dive Team training and equipment funding resolution to County Board (unanimous)
• Approved submitting PSAP designee for grant funding resolution to County Board (unanimous)

Property & Technology

The Property & Technology Committee of the Oconto County Board of Supervisors will meet to discuss maintenance and technology reports, including updates on the Beyer Home picnic cancellation, material recycling facility use, parking lot projects, and technology service projects. They will also review the status of the Bug Tussel fiber and tower project and the Lakewood broadband grant application award.

• Update on Material Recycling Facility Use
• Parking Lot Update - Building A lot and 145 Washington Street lot
• Update on Bug Tussel Fiber and Tower Project
• Lakewood Broadband Grant Application Award Status
• Technology Service Project Updates

The Property & Technology Committee met and approved the agenda and prior minutes. No formal decisions were made; the meeting consisted of informational updates on the recycling facility, parking lot construction, technology budget, and the Bug Tussel fiber project. The next meeting was moved to 8:30 a.m.

• Approved agenda as presented (motion carried)
• Approved June 15, 2022 minutes (motion carried)
• Moved next meeting to 8:30 a.m. on August 10, 2022

Health & Human Services

The Oconto County Health and Human Services Board is meeting to discuss a telework pilot for the Economic Support Division and receive an overview/update on the New Beginnings program. The board will also consider budget adjustments, vendor payments, and a contract with Trempealeau County.

• Discussion: Telework Pilot – Economic Support Division
• New Beginnings Program Overview/Project Update
• Approval of Budget Adjustments
• Approval of Client/Operations Contracts; County of Trempealeau
• Review of Prior Months Vendor Payments

The Oconto County Health and Human Services Board approved budget adjustments and a 2022 client operations contract with the County of Trempealeau. The board also acknowledged multiple staff resignations and received updates on the New Beginnings program, telework pilot, and various public health initiatives.

• Approved agenda as written
• Approved June 8, 2022 meeting minutes
• Approved budget adjustments
• Approved 2022 County of Trempealeau contract

Health & Human Services

The Oconto County Health and Human Services Board held a public forum on July 13, 2022, but took no substantive actions. Community members raised concerns about employee labor grades, service transparency, transportation availability, lack of daycare providers, and the agency's annual report. The board approved the agenda and adjourned without any formal decisions.

• Approved meeting agenda as written (motion by Heise/Ballestad, carried)
• Adjourned meeting at 5:19 p.m. (motion by Schindel, second by Ballestad, carried)

Town of Riverview - Town Board

The Town Board is holding its regular monthly meeting to discuss and possibly act on various items, including an ATV/UTV ordinance, driveway permits, and road work options. The agenda also includes routine approvals of minutes and bills, as well as reports from committees and departments.

• ATV/UTV ordinance discussion with Dan Jonet and Jim Wisneski
• Driveway permits and ordinance review/approval
• Road work options for Bunn and MacHolz roads, and Tar Dam Rd LRIP project
• Picnic licenses for Corn Roast on Sept 3rd and Walk Run event
• Food truck discussion

The Riverview Town Board accepted a $19,850 LRIP grant for the Tar Dam Road project, which is not planned for several years. They also approved a new Transient Seller's Permit with a $15 annual fee, granted two picnic licenses, and agreed to stay with the county recycling program. The ATV/UTV ordinance was discussed but not adopted, with the board taking it under consideration.

• Accepted $19,850 LRIP grant for Tar Dam Rd (unanimous)
• Approved Transient Seller's Permit with $15 annual fee (motion carried)
• Granted picnic licenses for Riverview Fire Corn Roast and Parrot Head Club Walk/Run (motion carried)
• Motion to remain with Oconto County recycling program carried
• Accepted June 2022 financial report and bill payments (motion carried)
• Approved June minutes (motion carried)

MAR-OCO

The Mar-Oco Landfill Committee will meet to discuss and consider the second quarter 2022 landfill reports, the 2021 annual financial report and management letter, hiring a limited term employee, and the WDNR Spring Inspection. They will also receive updates on landfill operations and Phase III Increment B Waste Cell construction, and review June 2022 invoices and budget transfers.

• Discuss/consider 2nd Quarter 2022 Landfill Reports
• Discuss/consider 2021 Annual Financial Report and Management Letter
• Discuss/consider hiring a limited term employee
• Update landfill operations and Phase III Increment B Waste Cell construction
• Discuss/consider WDNR Spring Inspection

The Mar-Oco Landfill Committee accepted the 2021 Annual Financial Report and Management Letter as presented, and approved hiring limited-term employees to operate heavy equipment when full-time staff are absent. The committee also reviewed quarterly reports, construction progress, and a WDNR inspection that found minor maintenance items.

• Approved agenda (motion carried, no negative votes)
• Accepted 2021 Annual Financial Report and Management Letter (motion carried, no negative votes)
• Approved hiring limited-term employees for Landfill Operator duties (motion carried, no negative votes)

Crime Prevention Fund Board

The Oconto County Crime Prevention Fund Board is meeting to review two grant applications: one from the City of Oconto Fire/Rescue for computer and fire investigation equipment, and another from Partners in Justice. The board will also hear a report on fee collections and past grant distributions. Notably, the agenda includes a resignation letter from the board's chair, Bradley Schraven, citing ethical concerns about attorneys serving on such boards.

• City of Oconto Fire/Rescue grant for computer and fire investigation equipment
• Partners in Justice grant application
• Chair Bradley Schraven resigns citing ethical conflict for attorneys
• Report on fee collections and past grant distributions
• Board balance reported at $15,305.14 as of June 2022

Land & Water Resources

The Oconto County Land & Water Resources Committee will meet to review prior vendor payments, hear department reports, and take possible action on recycling hauling service bids and the sale of the Kassander property. The agenda also includes discussion of a dog mushing use request on a snowmobile trail and various department updates.

• Review recycling hauling service bids, action if necessary
• Kassander Property Sale discussion
• Dog Mushing Use on Snowmobile Trail through Machickanee
• Review prior months vendor payments
• Reports from WDNR liaison, Forest/Parks, and other departments

The committee recommended contracting GFL for recycling hauling services, pending commitments from municipalities. It also voted to place the Kassander parcel on the land sale and allowed the Forest & Parks Administrator to handle a dog mushing request. The meeting was largely procedural, with reports and discussions on various department activities.

• Recommended contracting GFL for recycling hauling services (motion carried)
• Placed Kassander parcel on land sale, allowing Administrative Committee to set price (3-1, Scanlan, Kaczrowski, Schneider aye; Augustine nay)
• Allowed Forest & Parks Administrator to handle dog mushing request as he sees fit (motion carried)
• Approved agenda (motion carried)
• Approved minutes of 06/07/22 (motion carried)

Town of Riverview - Planning Commission

The Riverview Planning Commission is meeting to discuss a proposed driveway ordinance, review the permit and bond schedule, and develop a transient sellers permit. The agenda also includes viewing planning and zoning webinars and a report from the Town Board meeting. No final decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Driveway Ordinance discussion
• Permit and Bond Schedule review
• Transient Sellers Permit development
• Planning/Zoning webinars viewing
• Report from Town Board meeting

The Riverview Planning Commission met on June 29, 2022, and approved the minutes from the previous meeting. No formal decisions were made; the commission tabled a webinar review and discussed potential changes to the driveway ordinance and a new transient sellers permit, but took no final action.

• Approved minutes as printed (unanimous)
• Tabled planning/zoning webinar review until next meeting

Board of Adjustments

The Oconto County Board of Adjustments is meeting to approve its agenda and minutes, hear public comments, and set future hearing dates. The agenda includes approval of minutes from public hearings for three cases: Cathy Lindeman, Julie Gutowski, and Rustic Acres LLC. No substantive decisions are listed on this agenda.

• Approval of minutes for public hearings: Cathy Lindeman, Julie Gutowski, Rustic Acres LLC
• Public comments
• Setting hearing dates for future public hearings and business meetings

The Oconto County Board of Adjustments held three public hearings on June 29, 2022. It granted a 1-foot variance to Cathy Lindeman for a garage setback, denied a variance to Julie Gutowski for a garage built too close to the lot line, and granted a conditional use permit to Rustic Acres LLC for a dwelling over 15 years old. All decisions were unanimous.

• Granted 1-foot variance to Cathy Lindeman for garage setback (5-0)
• Denied 3.9-foot variance to Julie Gutowski for side lot setback (5-0)
• Granted conditional use permit to Rustic Acres LLC for dwelling over 15 years (5-0)

County Board

The Oconto County Board of Supervisors will consider a consent agenda with seven zoning changes, several appointments, and a retirement plan restatement, followed by resolutions on departmental reorganizations, equipment purchases, and a dam replacement. The board will also receive updates from Health & Human Services, OCEDC, and Human Resources.

• Zoning changes in Lena, Little Suamico, Oconto, Pensaukee, Stiles, and Underhill townships
• Award bid for Weso Dam control structure replacement
• Purchase of electronic health record software
• Mar-Oco Landfill equipment purchase
• Purchase of 911 recorder and backup storage

The Oconto County Board of Supervisors unanimously approved all 12 resolutions on the regular agenda, including the Weso Dam control structure replacement bid, a Land Information Systems Department reorganization, and multiple technology and equipment purchases. The board also approved the consent agenda containing seven zoning changes and several appointments. All votes were unanimous electronic votes with 29 members present.

• Approved consent agenda with 7 zoning changes and 6 appointments (unanimous)
• Adopted Land Information Systems Department reorganization (unanimous)
• Approved reclassification and pay grade change for Enforcement Technician (unanimous)
• Approved cubicle office expansion project (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of Electronic Health Record software (unanimous)
• Awarded bid for Weso Dam control structure replacement (unanimous)
• Approved Mar-Oco Landfill equipment purchase (unanimous)
• Approved 2023 Budget Guidance (unanimous)

County Board

The Oconto County Board of Supervisors is holding an outside facilities tour for its newest board members. The tour is for gathering information and discussing matters within the board's authority. No formal decisions or votes are scheduled on this agenda.

• Facilities tour at 301 Washington Street, Oconto WI
• Open meeting with 24-hour public notice
• Accommodations for disabilities available via County Clerk's office

Administration

The Oconto County Administration Committee will discuss and possibly reallocate American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds, including a request from the Lakewood Library. They will also review reports from the Treasurer, Finance Director, and Human Resources Director, and consider land sale bids and a final resolution for Bug Tussel Wireless. The meeting includes routine approvals of minutes and vendor payments.

• Discuss/Approve Lakewood Library Request for American Rescue Plan Act Funds
• Discuss/Approve Land Sale Bids, If Any
• Bug Tussel Wireless, LLC Final Resolution
• Temporary Funding Policy for Capital Projects
• Review 2023 Budget Guidance Letter

The Oconto County Administration Committee approved a 4% across-the-board wage increase for general employees, allocated $300,000 in ARPA funds to Lakes Country Library, and recommended LIS Department reorganization and an Assistant Zoning Administrator position to the County Board. Several reports were informational only, and the Bug Tussel Wireless resolution was postponed.

• Approved 4% across-the-board wage increase for general employees (motion carried)
• Allocated $300,000 ARPA funds to Lakes Country Library (motion carried)
• Recommended LIS Department reorganization to County Board (motion carried)
• Recommended changing Enforcement Tech to Assistant Zoning Administrator (motion carried)
• Approved Temporary Policy Guidelines for Capital Projects with changes (motion carried)
• Approved agenda and May 12, 2022 minutes (motions carried)

Public Safety

The Oconto County Public Safety Committee is meeting to receive reports and updates on public safety matters, including the District Attorney's staffing shortage, the Brazeau Dive Team, flood recovery, and various equipment and facility projects. The agenda includes informational reports and updates, with no major votes listed.

• District Attorney staffing update and additional support
• Brazeau Dive Team report and update
• Flood emergency update
• Mountain Tower Site Generator update
• Riverview Substation Partnership update

The Public Safety Committee approved a motion to request funds from the Administrative Committee for Brazeau Dive Team training and equipment, and approved continuing service with Code Red as the mass notification system provider. All other items were informational only, with no action taken.

• Approved motion to request funds for Brazeau Dive Team training and equipment (carried)
• Approved contract with Code Red for mass notification system (carried)

Property & Technology

The Oconto County Property & Technology Committee will discuss technology infrastructure projects including fiber connections, an IP radio project, and a Voice Over IP (VOIP) phone upgrade. The agenda also includes reports on maintenance, vendor payments, and several proposed technology-related contracts and agreements for approval.

• Discuss fiber projects: Courthouse to Roundabout, New Beginnings to New View
• Discuss Voice Over IP (VOIP) phone upgrade and SIP trunk
• Approve Software Expressions Electronic Health Record proposal
• Approve 911 Recorder
• Discuss Beyer Home Picnic and 145 Washington Street Property

The Property & Technology Committee approved several technology-related purchases and forwarded them to the County Board, including a backup storage system, electronic health record software, a website agreement, and a 911 recorder. The committee also approved a blacktopping project at 145 Washington Street and a picnic luncheon quote for the Beyer Home. No items were denied or tabled except the culvert and sign management discussion, which was postponed to next month.

• Approved $38,746 backup storage bid from OneSafe 4417, forwarded to County Board
• Approved $68,531.76 electronic health record software bid from Software Expressions, Inc., forwarded to County Board
• Approved $28,695.10 website agreement bid from CivicPlus, forwarded to County Board
• Approved $26,116.45 purchase of Nexlog 74D DX Series recorder from Nelson Systems, forwarded to County Board
• Approved blacktopping at 145 Washington Street property
• Approved River City Diner & Smokehouse quote of $15.00/person for Beyer Home picnic luncheon
• Removed 'Prior Month's Vendor Payments' from future agendas
• Tabled culvert and sign management discussion until next month

Town of Riverview - Town Board

The Town Board will hold its regular monthly meeting to approve minutes and bills, receive committee reports, and discuss new business. Key items include food truck regulations, metal roof grants under the Uniform Dwelling Code, liquor and operator license approvals, and adjusting the meeting schedule for the August 9 election. The agenda is primarily for discussion and possible action.

• Food truck discussion
• Metal roof grants – Uniform Dwelling Code
• Approve liquor licenses and operator licenses
• August 9 election – change meeting day or meet in Fire Station
• Oath of office for Zittlow & Orchel on Planning Commission

The Town Board approved a land division requested by Supervisor Dick Booth, with the condition that the right-of-way on Tar Dam Road be widened to 66 feet (Option 3). The board also accepted the May financial report, approved bills and vouchers, and approved liquor and operator licenses. Several reports were given on roads, fire, ambulance, and other town services.

• Approved land division with 66-foot road dedication on Tar Dam only (Booth abstained)
• Accepted minutes for special meetings on road work and new town hall
• Accepted May 2022 financial report (ending balance $785,775.95)
• Approved bills and voucher payments
• Approved all liquor and operator licenses as presented
• Agreed to add dog park fence to next year's budget
• Noted real estate revaluation moved from 2024 to 2023
• Discussed mobile food truck permitting (no formal action)

MAR-OCO

The Mar-Oco Landfill Committee met to review first-quarter 2022 landfill reports, including account aging, tonnage, and year-to-date budget. They discussed the ongoing Phase III Increment B waste cell construction and the replacement of a 10-year-old compactor. The committee also reviewed March 2022 paid invoices totaling $41,456.07. The meeting was routine, with no public comment or correspondence.

• Reviewed Q1 2022 landfill reports: account aging, incoming/outgoing tonnage, year-to-date budget
• Discussed 2022 Phase III Increment B waste cell construction progress
• Discussed replacing 10-year-old compactor; steering arm being replaced
• Reviewed March 2022 paid invoices totaling $41,456.07
• Next meeting scheduled May 12, 2022 at 9:00 a.m. at Mar-Oco Landfill

The Mar-Oco Landfill Committee approved the purchase of a new Cat 826K solid waste compactor for $769,000 in 2022, moving the purchase up from 2023. They also approved a 5-year Capital Improvement Plan for landfill closure costs. Robert Holley and Bart Schindel were elected chairperson and vice chairperson, respectively.

• Approved purchase of Cat 826K compactor for $769,000 from Fabick-Cat (unanimous)
• Approved 5-year Capital Improvement Plan as submitted (unanimous)
• Elected Robert Holley as Chairperson (unanimous)
• Elected Bart Schindel as Vice Chairperson (unanimous)
• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of April 7, 2022 meeting (unanimous)

Health & Human Services

The Oconto County Health and Human Services Board will consider resolutions to purchase electronic health record software and a cubicle office expansion project, along with budget adjustments and vendor payments. The board will also hear a presentation on Critical Incident Stress Management and receive updates on the New Beginnings project.

• Resolution to approve purchase of Electronic Health Record Software
• Resolution to approve purchase of Cubical Office Expansion Project
• Approval of budget adjustments
• Review of prior month's vendor payments
• Discussion to move July 6 meeting to July 13 at New Beginnings location

The Health and Human Services Board approved an amended resolution to purchase Electronic Health Records (EHR) software, changing the contract term from one to three years, and recommended it to the County Board. The board also approved a resolution for a cubicle office expansion project, forwarding it to the Public Property Committee. Several informational updates were provided, including on COVID-19, avian flu, and staffing changes.

• Approved amended EHR software purchase resolution (3-year term) and recommended to County Board
• Approved cubicle office expansion project resolution, forwarded to Public Property Committee
• Approved budget adjustments
• Approved agenda and previous meeting minutes

Town of Riverview - Town Board

The Board of Review is meeting to perform statutory duties regarding the annual assessment report. The body will review the assessment roll for errors and hear taxpayer objections to property assessments.

• Review and certification of assessment roll corrections
• Adoption of policy for sworn telephone and written testimony
• Adoption of policy for waiver of BOR hearing requests
• Hearing of taxpayer objections to assessments
• Review of Annual Assessment Report by Assessor's office

Town of Riverview - Town Board

The Town of Riverview is convening the Board of Review to hear objections regarding the amount or valuation of real and personal property assessments. This process allows property owners to contest valuations according to Wisconsin Law.

• Board of Review meeting on June 8, 2022, from 12:30pm to 2:30pm
• Open Book session held June 1, 2022
• Location: Town Hall/Fire Station at 15471 Highway 32

Land & Water Resources

The Oconto County Land & Water Resources Committee will review and potentially act on several items, including draft DNR amendments to the shoreland ordinance, a preliminary plat for Hill Avenue Storage Condominium in the Town of Townsend, and a contract award for the Weso Creek Dam replacement. The agenda also includes reports from various departments and partner agencies, and discussion of an unfilled enforcement technician position.

• Review draft DNR amendments to Shoreland Ordinance
• Review preliminary plat of Hill Avenue Storage Condominium, Town of Townsend
• Weso Creek Dam Replacement Award Contract
• Review & approve RFP for Recyclable Hauling Services
• Discuss unfilled Enforcement Technician Position

The committee recommended awarding the Weso Dam replacement contract to Superior Sewer and Water, Inc. for $139,472.35, subject to County Board approval. It also approved several other actions, including recommending a LIS department reorganization, changing an enforcement position to Assistant Zoning Administrator, and recommending conditional approval of a preliminary plat. The committee took no action on a recreational mining permit due to an incomplete request.

• Recommended awarding Weso Dam replacement contract to Superior Sewer and Water, Inc. for $139,472.35 (motion carried)
• Recommended LIS re-organization to Administration for approval (motion carried)
• Authorized disposal of 2018 Plat Books at County Surveyor's discretion (motion carried)
• Recommended Pat Scanlan as representative and Doug Allen as alternate to Lumberjack RC&D (motion carried)
• Recommended conditional approval of Hill Avenue Storage Condominium preliminary plat (motion carried)
• Moved to bring proposed Shoreland Ordinance changes to future public hearing (motion carried)
• Moved forward with request to secure recycling hauling services (motion carried)
• Changed Enforcement Technician position to Assistant Zoning Administrator, Grade J, to be taken to Administration (motion carried)

Board of Adjustments

The Oconto County Board of Adjustments is meeting to approve its agenda and minutes from prior meetings, including public hearings. The board will also take public comments and set future hearing and business meeting dates. No substantive decisions or public hearings are scheduled for this meeting.

• Approval of minutes from April 29, 2022 business meeting and May 25, 2022 public hearings
• Public comments period
• Setting of future public hearing and business meeting dates

The Oconto County Board of Adjustment approved a conditional use permit for a Dollar General retail store in the Town of Mountain, along with a variance reducing required parking from 57 to 35 spaces. The board also granted variances for shoreland setbacks to Robert Davis and Patty Ripp, but denied Davis's request for a road centerline variance. A conditional use permit for mini storage was granted to Lloyd Schaut, and a duplex CUP was granted to Bradley Ryczek.

• Granted CUP for Dollar General retail store in Town of Mountain (5-0)
• Granted 22-space parking variance (57 to 35 spaces) for Dollar General (5-0)
• Granted 2-ft side lot line variance for Robert Davis (5-0)
• Denied 25.9-ft road centerline variance for Robert Davis (5-0)
• Granted 60-ft ordinary high watermark variance for Robert Davis (5-0)
• Granted 12-ft road centerline variance for Todd & Lori Barrington (5-0)
• Granted CUP for mini storage units for Lloyd Schaut (5-0)
• Granted CUP for duplex for Bradley Ryczek (4-0)

Town of Riverview - Town Board

The Town of Riverview is holding an Open Book session on June 1, 2022, to provide information on property assessments. This is followed by the first meeting of the Board of Review on June 8, 2022, where residents can contest property valuations.

• Open Book: June 1, 2022, 12:30pm at Town Hall/Fire Station (15471 Highway 32)
• Board of Review first meeting: June 8, 2022, 12:30pm to 2:30pm at Town Hall/Fire Station

Town of Riverview - Planning Commission

The Riverview Planning Commission is meeting to handle routine business, including approving the prior month's minutes and reviewing a land division request for the Dick Booth property (parcel 036-2121025232A) under 10 acres. The commission will also discuss planning and zoning webinars and hear a report from the town board meeting.

• Land division request for Dick Booth property, parcel 036-2121025232A, less than 10 acres
• Approval of minutes from April 26, 2022 meeting
• Discussion of planning and zoning webinars
• Report from the 7 Town Board meeting

The Riverview Planning Commission recommended approval of a land division for Dick Booth's property into two lots (5.086 and 2.145 acres) and recommended keeping the right-of-way for Booth Lane and Tar Dam Road at 49.5 feet. The recommendation will go to the Town Board for final decision. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Recommended approval of land division into 2 lots (5.086 and 2.145 acres) for Dick Booth property (all in favor)
• Recommended keeping right-of-way for Booth Lane and Tar Dam Road at 49.5 feet (all in favor)
• Approved minutes as printed (all in favor)

Land & Water Resources

The Land & Water Resources Committee of the Oconto County Board of Supervisors is meeting to attend the Lake Michigan Area Land & Water Conservation Association Spring Conference. The purpose is to gather information and participate in discussions on agenda items. No formal decisions are scheduled; the agenda is procedural.

• Attendance at Lake Michigan Area Land & Water Conservation Association Spring Conference
• Meeting held at Brown County STEM Innovation Center, 2019 Technology Way, Green Bay, WI

Executive Committee

The Oconto County Executive Committee is meeting to review Chapter 2 of the County Board Rules and the Financial Management Policy, and may recommend changes to the County Board. The committee may also enter closed session to discuss a county employee's performance evaluation. The agenda includes standard items like approval of minutes and communications.

• Review Chapter 2 Code of Ordinance County Board Rules and recommend changes
• Review Financial Management Policy and recommend changes
• Possible closed session for employee performance evaluation (Wis. Stat. 19.85(1)(c))

The Executive Committee approved the performance evaluation for County Administrator Erik Pritzl after a closed session. The committee also reviewed proposed changes to Chapter 2 of the County Board Rules and the Financial Management Policy, but took no action on these items. No substantive decisions were made beyond the evaluation approval.

• Approved agenda as presented (motion by Bitters/Christianson)
• Approved minutes of 03/14/2022 meeting (motion by Kroll/McMahon)
• Entered closed session for employee performance evaluation (6 ayes)
• Returned to open session
• Approved employee evaluation for Erik Pritzl, County Administrator (motion by Kroll/Christianson)

County Board

The Board of Supervisors is reviewing several land rezoning requests across the towns of Abrams, Brazeau, How, Mountain, and Oconto. Additionally, the agenda includes a petition regarding bridge aid payments for various road locations.

• Zoning change: Town of Abrams (B & L Investments, LLC)
• Zoning change: Town of Brazeau (Kluth)
• Zoning change: Town of How (Sunrise Dairy LLC)
• Zoning change: Town of Mountain (Schaut)
• Zoning change: Town of Oconto (Ihde)

The Oconto County Board approved a resolution authorizing revenue bond financing for Bug Tussel 1, LLC, with an added fiscal note detailing the county's contingent liability. The board also approved several other resolutions, including purchasing dump body and plow packages, a roof replacement project, a memorandum of understanding with the Village of Lena, and additional microphones. All consent agenda items, including seven zoning changes, were approved unanimously. The meeting was procedural in part, with reports and appointments also handled.

• Approved R2022-05-06 revenue bond financing for Bug Tussel 1, LLC, as amended (28-0-1, 2 absent)
• Approved R2022-05-01 to order three dump body and plow packages for Highway Department (unanimous)
• Approved R2022-05-02 Building 'B' roof replacement project (unanimous)
• Approved R2022-05-03 MOU between Oconto County and Village of Lena (unanimous)
• Approved R2022-05-04 purchase of additional corded external speaker microphones (unanimous)
• Approved R2022-05-05 resolution to ratify emergency declaration (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including seven zoning changes and multiple appointments (unanimous)
• Approved appointment of Richard Pillsbury to Property & Technology Committee (amended)

Town of Riverview - Town Board

The Town Board is holding a special meeting to discuss bids for road and gravel work. The agenda includes only this discussion item and adjournment, with no other business listed.

• Discussion of Road & Gravel bids

The Town Board reviewed 2022 road bids and decided to proceed with blacktop work on N. Paya Lake Road for $119,720 and on Maiden Lake for $8,930. Additionally, Old 32 near Paya Lake will be patched, though this was not part of the original bid request. No formal votes were recorded; the decisions were made by the two attending board members.

• Approved blacktop work on N. Paya Lake Road ($119,720)
• Approved blacktop work on Maiden Lake ($8,930)
• Approved patching of Old 32 near Paya Lake (not in original bid)

Administration

The Oconto County Administration Committee is meeting to discuss and potentially approve several funding requests, including a Lakewood Library ARPA request, a Weso Dam repair funding request, and a Commission on Aging funding request. They will also review land sale bids, a revenue bond resolution for Bug Tussel Wireless, and a district attorney staffing update. The agenda includes routine reports and approvals, but also several actionable items.

• Discuss/Approve Lakewood Library Request for American Rescue Plan Act Funds
• Weso Dam Repair Funding Request
• Initial Resolution Approving Revenue Bond Financing for Bug Tussel Wireless, LLC
• District Attorney Staffing Update and Additional Support
• Temporary Premium Pay for Correctional Officers

The Administration Committee denied the Commission on Aging funding request (1-5) but approved transferring unused ARPA funds from the Chute Pond project to the Weso Dam project (5-1). It also recommended revenue bond financing for Bug Tussel Wireless, approved temporary premium pay for correctional officers, and directed drafting a Lakewood Library funding outline.

• Denied Commission on Aging funding request (1-5)
• Approved transfer of unused ARPA funds from Chute Pond to Weso Dam project (5-1)
• Recommended initial resolution for Bug Tussel Wireless revenue bond financing to County Board
• Approved temporary premium pay of $1.00/hour for correctional officers June 5–Sept 10, 2022
• Directed drafting Lakewood Library ARPA funding outline for June meeting
• Approved removal of land sale parcels from list until later date
• Renewed USI contract with no cost increase
• Authorized temporary relocation funds for Assistant District Attorney position

MAR-OCO

The scheduled meeting for the Mar-Oco Landfill Committee on May 12, 2022, has been canceled. The next meeting is scheduled for June 9, 2022, at 9:00 a.m. at the Mar-Oco Landfill.

• Cancellation of May 12, 2022, meeting
• Next meeting scheduled for June 9, 2022

Land & Water Resources

The Oconto County Land & Water Resources Committee is meeting to approve its agenda and consider the 2021 annual report. The meeting is open to the public and includes a public comment period. No other substantive actions are listed.

• Approval of agenda, including any changes in sequence or removal of items
• 2021 Annual Report – action, if necessary
• Public comment period

Library Services Board

The Oconto County Library Services Board is meeting to review county library reports, discuss the 2022 county funding for libraries and minimum funding calculations, and consider 2022 library exemptions. The agenda also includes discussion of a marketing campaign and new business for future meetings.

• 2022 County Funding for Libraries
• 2022 County Minimum Funding Calculations
• 2022 Library Exemptions
• Discuss Marketing Campaign
• Approval of minutes from February 16, 2022

The Oconto County Library Services Board met on May 11, 2022, and approved the agenda and the minutes from the February 16, 2022 meeting, with a minor correction. No substantive policy decisions were made; the meeting consisted of reports from county libraries, the county administrator, and a discussion about a marketing campaign. The next meeting was scheduled for August 10, 2022.

• Approved agenda (motion carried)
• Approved February 16, 2022 minutes as amended (motion carried)
• Scheduled next meeting for August 10, 2022 at Gillett Community Center
• Adjourned at 3:18 pm (motion carried)

Public Safety

The Oconto County Public Safety Committee is meeting to consider resolutions for a $3,738.30 purchase of additional corded external speaker microphones and a memorandum of understanding with the Village of Lena for tornado siren activation. The committee will also receive updates on the Riverview Substation partnership and District Attorney staffing, along with monthly reports on jail population, calls for service, and emergency management. The meeting includes routine items like electing a vice chair and approving previous minutes.

• Resolution to approve $3,738.30 purchase of corded external speaker microphones from Baycom, funded by American Rescue Plan Act
• Resolution to approve Memorandum of Understanding with Village of Lena for County activation of tornado siren
• District Attorney staffing update and additional support discussion
• Riverview Substation partnership update
• Monthly reports: District Attorney, Medical Examiner, jail population, calls for service, Emergency Management Director

The Public Safety Committee approved a motion to use American Rescue Plan Act funds to provide an incentive for hiring an Assistant District Attorney, following the resignation of the current ADA and a reported statewide shortage. The committee also approved resolutions for a corded external speaker microphone purchase and a Village of Lena Memorandum of Understanding, both to be sent to the County Board for adoption. All other items were informational only, with no action taken.

• Approved use of ARPA funds for ADA hiring incentive (motion carried)
• Approved corded external speaker microphone purchase resolution, sent to County Board (motion carried)
• Approved Village of Lena Memorandum of Understanding resolution, sent to County Board (motion carried)
• Elected Don Bartels Jr. as Committee Vice Chair
• Approved agenda as presented (motion carried)
• Approved April 6, 2022 minutes as presented (motion carried)

Town of Riverview - Town Board

The Town of Riverview Town Board is holding its regular monthly meeting to discuss and possibly act on road bids, a zoning change request, picnic licenses, a food truck, and metal roof grants. The agenda also includes routine items like approving minutes, paying bills, and scheduling Open Book and Board of Review sessions.

• Road bids for Kalies Shady Lane turnaround
• Jensen property zoning change to RR (Rural Residential)
• Two picnic license applications
• Food truck request
• Metal roof grants under Uniform Dwelling Code

The board accepted the only road bid received, from Northeast Asphalt, covering multiple road projects totaling about $387,420. Final project selection will be made at a Saturday meeting, with the determination sent to the contractor on May 16. The board also approved making Kalies Shady Lane a through road and approved a rezone request for Carmen Jensen to raise cattle for 4H.

• Accepted Northeast Asphalt road bid (motion carried)
• Approved making Kalies Shady Lane a through road (motion carried)
• Approved rezone request from Carmen Jensen from R1 to RR (motion carried)
• Approved picnic licenses for Crooked Lake/Mountain Lions Club and Crooked Lake Fire Department (motion carried)
• Tabled food truck ordinance discussion for next month

Health & Human Services

The Board will meet to elect officers and discuss the New Beginnings Project. The agenda includes potential approvals for budget adjustments, equipment purchases, and operational contracts.

• Election of officers
• New Beginnings Project update
• Approval of budget adjustments
• Approval of equipment purchases
• Approval of client/operational contracts

The Oconto County Health and Human Services Board elected Tom Bitters as Chair and Barton Schindel as Vice-Chair. The board approved the agenda, prior meeting minutes, and budget adjustments. It also voted to remove FMLA updates and employee evaluation reports from future agendas. No contracts, equipment purchases, or non-county meeting attendances were approved.

• Elected Tom Bitters as Board Chair (unanimous)
• Elected Barton Schindel as Vice-Chair (voice vote)
• Approved agenda as written
• Approved April 13, 2022 meeting minutes
• Approved budget adjustments
• Removed FMLA updates from future agendas
• Removed employee evaluation reports from future agendas

Property & Technology

The Oconto County Property & Technology Committee will hold its first meeting after reorganization, electing a chair and vice chair. They will review maintenance and technology reports, including a proposed Building B roof replacement, IP radio and fiber projects, and a VOIP phone upgrade. The committee will also consider approving software purchases for backup and website services.

• Approve Building B roof replacement
• Discuss IP Radio Project and fiber projects (Courthouse to Roundabout, New Beginnings to New View)
• Discuss Voice Over IP (VOIP) phone upgrade and SIP trunk
• Approve VEEAM Backup Software and CivicPlus Web Site Software
• Review prior months vendor payments totaling $46,901.42

The Property & Technology Committee approved a $34,000 quote from Oshkosh Industrial Roofing & Sheet Metal to replace the rubber roof on Building B and forward a resolution to the county board. The committee also elected officers, approved prior minutes, and discussed various technology projects, but took no action on VEEAM backup software. The meeting was moved to the second Wednesday following the first Monday of the month at 9:00 a.m.

• Approved $34,000 quote for Building B roof replacement (unanimous)
• Elected Doug McMahon as Chair and Guy Gooding as Vice Chair (unanimous)
• Approved Public Property minutes of April 7, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved Technology Services minutes of April 7, 2022 (unanimous)
• Moved meetings to 2nd Wednesday after first Monday at 9:00 a.m. (3-1)

Land & Water Resources

The Oconto County Land & Water Resources Committee is meeting to discuss and act on a range of items including a preliminary plat review, zoning ordinance changes, recycling agreements, timber sales, and various departmental reports. The agenda includes both action items and informational updates.

• Review preliminary plat of Shady Lawn Estates, Third Addition, Town of Little Suamico
• Review recommended changes to Zoning Ordinance Appendix II
• Award timber sale contracts and extensions
• Review and approve recreational mining permit
• Approve cost share contracts/payments for soil, water, and healthy waters programs

The Land & Water Resources Committee recommended conditional approval of the Preliminary Plat of Shady Lawn Estates, Third Addition, pending town approval and final review. They also recommended Chris Augustine to the Lake Michigan Area Conservation Association Board, approved timber sale awards to high bidders, and authorized a recreational mining permit. Several appointments and contract extensions were discussed or approved.

• Recommended conditional approval of Shady Lawn Estates Third Addition preliminary plat (carried)
• Recommended Chris Augustine to Lake Michigan Area Conservation Association Board (carried)
• Awarded timber sales to high bidders per bid report (carried)
• Allowed Marshal Giese Trucking to pay cash value of letter of credit and take back contract 318-17 (carried)
• Extended timber sales and increased stumpage rates as discussed (carried)
• Requested additional funds from Administration Committee to replace Weso Dam and re-bid project (carried)
• Authorized Forest & Parks Administrator to issue manual mining permit for Oconto River at Chute Pond (carried)
• Brought proposed Zoning Ordinance Appendix text amendments to public hearing (carried)

Board of Adjustments

The Oconto County Board of Adjustments will hold a business meeting on April 29, 2022. The agenda consists primarily of procedural items, including the approval of the agenda and the minutes from the March 29 business meeting and the April 27 public hearings. The board will also reconfirm Department of Natural Resources opinions on shoreland variance requests and set future hearing dates. No new specific zoning applications or dollar amounts are listed on this agenda.

• Approval of minutes for public hearings involving Matthew Koenig, Daniel Clark, Chris Grissman, DKG Holdings LLC, and Norbert & Email Kleczka
• Reconfirmation of DNR opinions on Shoreland variance requests
• Setting of future public hearing and business meeting dates

The Oconto County Board of Adjustments approved conditional use permits for a quarry (Matthew Koenig), RV sales and service (DKG Holdings), and storage units (Norbert & Emil Kleczka), each with conditions. It also approved a 4.8-foot rear yard variance for Daniel Clark but denied a 2-foot side lot variance for Chris Grissman. All votes were unanimous (4-0).

• Granted quarry conditional use permit to Matthew Koenig with conditions (4-0)
• Granted RV sales/service conditional use permit to DKG Holdings with conditions (4-0)
• Granted storage unit conditional use permit to Norbert & Emil Kleczka with conditions (4-0)
• Approved 4.8-foot rear yard variance for Daniel Clark (4-0)
• Denied 2-foot side lot variance for Chris Grissman (4-0)

Town of Riverview - Town Board

The Town Board is holding a special meeting to discuss ideas for the Crooked Lake Brush Site. Laura Hayes has been contacted, and the board is considering who else might get involved. The agenda is brief and focused solely on this discussion topic.

• Discussion of ideas for the Crooked Lake Brush Site
• Laura Hayes has been contacted regarding the site

The Town Board accepted a $2,200 grant from the Forest Service (via Laura Hayes, CWPP) to partially fund transporting brush from the Crooked Lake site to the Riverview site for 2022 and 2023, keeping the site open for two more years. The board also decided to move forward with exploring a potential Bipartisan Infrastructure Law grant, with amounts ranging from $51,000 to $250,000. Brush site hours were changed to 9 a.m. to noon on the second Saturday of each month, plus the fourth Saturday in May, September, and October.

• Accepted $2,200 Forest Service grant for brush transport (unanimous)
• Kept Crooked Lake brush site open for 2 more years
• Changed brush site hours to 9-noon every 2nd Saturday, plus 4th Saturday in May, Sept, Oct
• Decided to move forward with possible Bipartisan Infrastructure Law grant
• Directed to contact GFL about using a 30-yard container for metal recycling

Traffic Safety Commission

The Oconto County Traffic Safety Commission is meeting to discuss traffic safety issues, including the status of highway construction and repair proposals, traffic hazard locations, and a review of community crash maps. The agenda also includes reports from the Wisconsin Department of Transportation and the Traffic Safety Coordinator, as well as a review of traffic safety training. The meeting is a regular open session with no specific action items listed beyond standard reports and discussions.

• Status of area highway construction and repair proposals, including projects on Hwy 22, Hwy 32, and Trinity Church Road
• Review of traffic crashes and community maps, including a spot map report and fatality crash review
• Discussion of locations of traffic hazards and recommended improvements to enhance safety
• Traffic Safety Coordinator report on Incident Command for active shooter training
• Traffic safety legislation report and updates from WDOT BOTS

The Oconto County Traffic Safety Commission met on April 27, 2022, and approved the agenda and previous meeting minutes. Members received updates on highway construction projects, crash statistics, and traffic safety initiatives, including a grant for school speed zone radar signs. No formal policy decisions were made; the meeting was primarily informational and discussion-based.

• Approved agenda as presented (motion by Konitzer/Hytinen)
• Approved January 26, 2022 minutes as amended (motion by Hytinen/Konitzer)

Town of Riverview - Planning Commission

The Riverview Planning Commission is meeting to consider a rezoning request for Carmen Jensen's property from R1 to RR, along with a donation to the Paul Bunyan Snowmobile Club and available zoning seminars. The agenda also includes approval of the previous meeting's minutes and reports from the Town Board.

• Rezone from R1 to RR for Carmen Jensen property 036-35350310270
• Donation to Paul Bunyan Snowmobile Club
• Available Zoning Seminars
• Approval of minutes from March 29, 2022 meeting

The Planning Commission recommended the Town Board rezone one parcel from Residential Single Family (R-1) to Rural Residential (RR) to allow raising calves for FFA. They also recommended a $500 donation to the Paul Bunyan Snowmobile Club from short-term rental tax collections. No final decisions were made; these are recommendations to the Town Board.

• Recommended rezoning parcel #036-35350310270 from R-1 to RR (all in favor)
• Recommended $500 donation to Paul Bunyan Snowmobile Club (all in favor)

Criminal Justice Coordination Council

The Oconto County Criminal Justice Coordinating Council is meeting to discuss and review several items, including the Volunteers in Probation Program, court process issues, the adult jail facility (population, programming, and inmate diversion plans), and a juvenile detention facility update. The agenda is largely informational and discussion-oriented, with no formal votes or decisions listed beyond routine approvals.

• Volunteers in Probation Program funding request
• Adult Jail Facility population report and programming update
• Inmate diversion plans discussion
• Juvenile Detention Facility update
• Approval of previous meeting minutes (01/24/2022)

The Criminal Justice Coordination Council met and approved the agenda and prior minutes. The Volunteers in Probation funding issue was resolved without council action. The council discussed jail population, health care delays, and potential inmate diversion programs, but took no formal votes on these topics.

• Approved meeting agenda (motion by Skarban/Poverski)
• Approved January 24, 2022 minutes (motion by Skarban/Poverski)

Crime Prevention Fund Board

The Oconto County Crime Prevention Fund Board is meeting to approve its agenda and prior minutes, review fee collections and past grant distributions, and consider two grant applications: one from the City of Oconto Fire/Rescue for computer and fire investigation equipment, and one from Partners in Justice. The board will also receive informational items and set the next meeting date. Notably, the board chair, Bradley Schraven of the State Public Defender's office, has resigned effective immediately, citing ethical concerns about attorneys serving on such boards.

• Review of City of Oconto Fire/Rescue grant request for computer and fire investigation equipment
• Review of Partners in Justice grant request
• Report on fee collections and past grant distributions
• Chair resignation due to ethical concerns

The Oconto County Criminal Justice Coordination Council met and approved the agenda and prior minutes. No substantive decisions were made; the meeting consisted of updates on the Volunteers in Probation program, jail population and programming, and discussions on court staffing and inmate diversion.

• Approved meeting agenda (motion by Skarban/Poverski)
• Approved minutes of January 24, 2022 meeting (motion by Skarban/Poverski)

Local Emergency Planning Committee

The Oconto County Local Emergency Planning Committee is meeting to review the 2022 spill report for the county, discuss the status of off-site plans, and receive updates on the hazardous material response team and cleanup efforts. The committee will also handle routine items like approving the agenda and previous meeting minutes, and will set the next meeting date for either July 25 or August 8.

• 2022 Spill Report for Oconto County
• Status of Off-Site Plan(s)
• Hazardous Material Response Team update
• Hazardous Material Clean Up discussion
• Set next meeting date: July 25 or August 8

The Oconto County LEPC approved the meeting agenda and the amended January 31, 2021 minutes. Members heard reports on three gasoline spills and chloride spills, discussed the off-site plan status, and received updates on hazmat training and CodeRed. No substantive policy decisions were made; the meeting was informational and procedural.

• Approved meeting agenda (motion by Prellwitz/Hytinen)
• Approved amended January 31, 2021 minutes (motion by Hytinen/Prellwitz)

County Board

The Oconto County Board of Supervisors is meeting to consider a consent agenda that includes four zoning changes and a resolution to purchase furnishings for the New Beginnings Store and Training Center. The board will also hear updates from Health & Human Services, OCEDC, and Human Resources, and discuss a request for assistance with ATV/UTV trail connections between Langlade and Oconto Counties.

• Approve $21,655.20 purchase of furnishings from KI Inc. for New Beginnings Store and Training Center
• Rezone 1.173 acres in Town of Lakewood to Community Service District for library parking expansion
• Rezone 12.57 acres in Town of Little Suamico to Residential Single Family for additional lots
• Rezone 10.01 acres in Town of Little Suamico to General Commercial for RV sales and service
• Rezone 17.58 acres in Town of Oconto to Light Industrial for storage shed manufacturing

The Oconto County Board approved the consent agenda as amended, which included zoning changes, appointments, and a purchase correction. They also unanimously approved Stephanie Holman's appointment to the Wisconsin PACE Commission Board after removing it from the consent agenda for discussion. The meeting was largely routine, with reports and announcements, and no major policy decisions were made.

• Approved consent agenda as amended (unanimous)
• Approved appointment of Stephanie Holman to PACE Commission Board (unanimous)
• Adopted R2022-04-02 requesting assistance with ATV/UTV trail connection (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from 03/24/2022 and 04/19/2022 meetings
• Approved regular agenda

Town of Riverview - Seven Town & NOCCO

Representatives from Brazeau, Breed, Doty, Lakewood, Mountain, Riverview, and Townsend will meet to review reports and updates. The session includes presentations from county administration, law enforcement, and regional partners.

• ATV Park update from Oconto County Forestry/Park/Recreation Department
• Road grant information from Payne & Dolan Engineering Department
• Oconto County Sheriff's report on ATV/UTV use changes
• Northeast Asphalt project update
• Bike trails update from the Planning Commission

Town of Riverview - Town Board

The Town of Riverview is convening its Annual Meeting of Electors. This is a notice of the date, time, and location for the meeting.

County Board

This is the annual organization meeting of the Oconto County Board of Supervisors. The board will elect a chair and vice-chair, adopt standing rules and financial management policy, and make committee appointments. Department heads will present annual reports, and members will receive training on tablets and open meetings software. No substantive policy decisions are on the agenda.

• Election of County Board Chair and Vice-Chair
• Adoption of Standing Rules and Financial Management Policy
• Annual committee appointments by the Chair
• Annual department/office reports, including Highway and Sheriff presentations
• Training on SurfacePro Tablets and Open Meetings Software

The Oconto County Board of Supervisors held its organizational meeting, electing Alan Sleeter as chair and Dennis Kroll as vice-chair for the 2022-2024 term. The board unanimously adopted standing rules and financial management policy, confirmed committee appointments, and approved the agenda. Annual department reports were presented for information only; no other substantive decisions were made.

• Elected Alan Sleeter as County Board Chair (unanimous)
• Elected Dennis Kroll as County Board Vice-Chair (unanimous)
• Adopted Standing Rules and Financial Management Policy (unanimous)
• Confirmed annual committee appointments (unanimous)
• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)

Town of Riverview - Town Board

The Town of Riverview is holding a special town meeting to inform residents about the immediate closure of the Crooked Lake brush site and the planned closure of the Crooked Lake Recycling Center in five years. A special guest, Mike Brown, District Ranger for the Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest, will be present. No formal decisions are on the agenda; the meeting is for information and discussion.

• Immediate closure of the Crooked Lake brush site
• Future closure of the Crooked Lake Recycling Center in 5 years
• Special guest: Mike Brown, District Ranger, Lakewood/Laona District, Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest

The Town of Riverview Board held a special meeting to discuss the potential closure of the Crystal Lake (CL) brush site, which is part of a partnership with the U.S. Forest Service. No formal decisions were made; the board agreed to work with the Forest Service on an operational plan and to report progress in monthly minutes. The board encouraged residents to contact legislators to advocate for keeping the site open.

• No formal decisions made at the special meeting
• Board to work with Forest Service on operational plan for brush site
• Board to report progress in monthly minutes
• Residents encouraged to contact legislators to advocate for keeping site open

County Board

The Oconto County Board of Supervisors is meeting on April 14, 2022, at 9:30 a.m. in the County Board Room. The agenda contains only procedural notices about the open meeting, disability accommodations, and a quorum note; no specific decisions or discussion items are listed.

• Open meeting notice posted at least 24 hours prior
• Disability accommodation contact: Oconto County Clerk's office at 920-834-6800
• Quorum may attend new supervisor orientation
• Meeting location: County Board Room #3041, Courthouse 3rd Floor, 301 Washington Street, Oconto, WI

Health & Human Services

The Oconto County Health and Human Services Board is meeting to review the 2021 annual report, receive updates on the New Beginnings project, and consider approvals for contracts, equipment purchases, and vendor payments. The agenda is largely routine, with most items being approvals or informational reports.

• 2021 Annual Report Presentation
• New Beginnings Project Update
• Approval of 2021 Contract Amendments
• Approval of Equipment Purchases
• Approval of Client/Operational Contracts

The Oconto County Health and Human Services Board approved 2021 contract amendments for Foundations Health and Wholeness, Inc., Children's Service Society of Wisconsin, and Macht Village Programs, Inc., as well as a 2021 contract with the Marathon County Sheriff's Department. The board also approved March 2022 vendor payments and accepted the 2021 Annual Report as information. No substantive policy decisions were made; the meeting was largely informational and procedural.

• Approved 2021 contract amendments for Foundations Health and Wholeness, Inc., Children's Service Society of Wisconsin, and Macht Village Programs, Inc. (motion by Buhrandt/Linzmeyer, carried)
• Approved 2021 contract with Marathon County Sheriff's Department (motion by Shellman/Gohr, carried)
• Approved March 2022 vendor payments (motion by Ragen/Ballestad, carried)
• Approved agenda as written (motion by Barke/Linzmeyer, carried)
• Approved March 16, 2022 meeting minutes (motion by Nichols/Gohr, carried)

Town of Riverview - Town Board

The Town Board will meet to discuss several items including a resolution for the Winslow Lake Dam Project and upcoming roadwork bids. The meeting also includes reports from various committees and updates on local programs.

• Winslow Lake Dam Project Resolution
• Roadwork to be sent out for bid
• Oath of Office for Dick Booth as Ambulance Commissioner (2-year term)
• Short Term Rental Tourism Disbursement

The Riverview Town Board approved $7,300 in tourism funding distributions to local organizations, selected Martensen and Eisele as the architect for the new Town Hall project, and accepted a 4-year generator maintenance contract with Raddant Electric. The board also donated $500 to the library fundraiser, granted five picnic licenses, and discussed concerns about a food truck, which will be on next month's agenda.

• Approved $7,300 in tourism funding distributions (motion carried)
• Selected Martensen and Eisele as architect for Town Hall project
• Accepted 4-year generator contract with Raddant Electric (motion carried)
• Approved $500 donation to Library Fund Raiser (motion carried)
• Granted 5 picnic licenses (3 Crooked Lake ATV club, 2 Crooked Lake Sportsman's club)
• Accepted fund balance and unallocated funds distribution as recommended
• Approved bills and vouchers (motion carried)
• Accepted March meeting minutes and special meeting minutes (motion carried)

MAR-OCO

The Mar-Oco Landfill Committee reviewed bids and awarded the Phase III Increment B waste cell construction contract to the lowest bidder, Triple P, Inc. dba Peters Concrete Company, for $906,764.75. The committee also discussed employee training, landfill operations, and reviewed February 2022 invoices totaling $11,726.00.

• Awarded Phase III Increment B construction to Triple P, Inc. dba Peters Concrete Company for $906,764.75
• Other bids: Advance Const. Inc. $1,239,030.00, Michels Road & Stone $921,353.50, Relyco Inc. $1,074,009.00, River View Const. Inc. $929,750.00
• Authorized Waste Facilities Manager to sign bid and construction documents
• Reviewed February 2022 paid invoices totaling $11,726.00
• Next meeting scheduled for April 7, 2022 at Oconto County Courthouse

The Mar-Oco Landfill Committee met on April 7, 2022, and approved the agenda and the minutes from the March 10, 2022 meeting, with a location change noted. No public comment or correspondence was received. The committee reviewed the first quarter 2022 landfill reports, discussed the Phase III Increment B waste cell construction progress, and noted that the compactor's steering arm was being replaced, with no ponding or erosion issues from recent weather. The March 2022 paid invoices totaling $41,456.07 were reviewed. No substantive decisions were made beyond routine approvals.

• Approved agenda (Holley/Pott)
• Approved March 10, 2022 minutes with location change (Schreiber/Sauld)
• Reviewed 1st quarter 2022 landfill reports
• Reviewed March 2022 paid invoices totaling $41,456.07
• Adjourned meeting (Holley/Sauld)

Town of Riverview - Building Committee

The Town of Riverview is holding a special town meeting to interview architects for the Town Hall Building Project. The agenda includes only this interview and adjournment, so the meeting is focused solely on that topic.

• Interview architects for the Town Hall Building Project

Town of Riverview - Town Board

The Town Board will conduct its annual meeting to review financial and committee reports. Voters are asked to take action on the 2020 meeting minutes, the financial report, and the selection of a banking institution.

• Approval of 2020 Annual Meeting minutes
• Acceptance of Financial Report
• Authorization for Board to sell obsolete equipment
• Decision on Banking Institution
• Review of reports from Animal Control, Library, Cemetery, and Lake District

Town of Riverview - Planning Commission

The Riverview Plan Commission is meeting to handle routine business, including approving the previous month's minutes. The only substantive new item is a proposal to donate short-term rental tax revenue to promote tourism. No other old or new business is listed.

• Proposal to donate short-term rental tax collected to promote tourism
• Approval of minutes from February 22, 2022 meeting
• Report from 7 Town Board Meeting

The Planning Commission voted to recommend the Town Board approve distributing short-term rental tax revenue to promote tourism. The recommendation includes donations to the 12 recipients from the previous year plus three new groups: Mountain Ambulance, Lakewood/Townsend Ambulance, and the Fish Hatchery. The motion carried unanimously.

• Approved minutes as printed (unanimous)
• Recommended Town Board approve short-term rental tax donations to 12 prior recipients plus 3 new groups (unanimous)

Board of Adjustments

The Oconto County Board of Adjustments is meeting to approve its agenda and minutes from previous meetings, including public hearings held in late March 2022. The board will also take public comments and set future hearing dates. No new substantive decisions are on the agenda; it is largely procedural.

• Approval of minutes from February 23, 2022 business meeting
• Approval of minutes from March 28, 2022 public hearings (11 cases, including Trillium Group LLC, Timothy Potts, Mad Buildings, Craig Wollard, Leticia Cruz, Alfred & Jane Heiden Family Trust, Trenton Schubert, Wayne Smet)
• Approval of minutes from March 29, 2022 public hearings (41 Red Rocket LLC, Zielinski Investments LLC)
• Public comments period
• Setting of future public hearing and business meeting dates

County Board

The Oconto County Board of Supervisors will consider several items, including amendments to the ATV/UTV ordinance that establish specific county highway routes, and three rezoning petitions in different towns. The board will also vote on change orders for the emergency radio tower project, equipment purchases, and an elected officials salary schedule.

• Amendatory ordinance A2022-03-01: Rezone 3.08 acres in Town of Lakewood from Rural Residential to Residential Single Family (owner Michael Nies)
• Amendatory ordinance A2022-03-02: Rezone 12.74 acres in Town of Little Suamico from Agricultural to General Commercial (owners Norbert & Emil Kleczka)
• Amendatory ordinance A2022-03-03: Rezone 10.074 acres in Town of Pensaukee from Agricultural to Rural Residential (owners Paul & Annette Nowak)
• Ordinance O2022-03-01: Amendments to Chapter 27 (ATV/UTV) establishing approved routes on county highways
• R2022-03-07: Approval of Elected Officials Salary Schedule

Town of Riverview - Building Committee

The Town of Riverview Building Committee is meeting to review submitted proposals and architect responses for the sheriff's wing update. They will plan interview questions and set dates for the next steps. This is a planning and review session, not a final decision meeting.

• Review of submitted proposals
• Sheriff's wing update
• Overview of architect responses
• Plan questions for interviews
• Set dates for interviews

The Building Committee reviewed proposals from McMahon and Martenson for a building project, decided to create copies of the existing building, and scheduled interviews for April 6th. The committee also approved a motion to support the Winslow Lake Dam project as grant administrator, with Haag and Hartman to finalize the application.

• Approved motion to support Winslow Lake Dam project as grant administrator (motion by Zittlow, seconded by Booth)
• Decided to create copies of the existing building
• Scheduled interviews with McMahon and Martenson for April 6th at 10am and 1pm

Town of Riverview - Town Board

The Town Board is holding a special meeting to discuss vehicle costs, fuel escalation, and summer roadwork bids. Members will review the allocation of 2021 Forest Service funding, excess revenues, and tourism monies. The board will also discuss the CL Recycle Center and maintenance wages.

• Proposed use of $25K in ARPA funds and $10K from pavilion funds for two showers and two toilets
• Proposed $15K for a building fund and $1K for Christmas tree trimming
• Proposed $2,500 equipment fund allocations for RFD and CLFD
• Discussion of truck costs and fuel escalation plan
• USFS update on CL Recycle Center and brush site closure

The Town Board unanimously approved a 4-year contract with Northland Outdoor Services, LLC for snowplowing and summer roadwork, with new rates effective January 1, 2022. The board also set loader usage fees, discussed summer roadwork plans, and considered allocation of unallocated funds, but did not finalize that decision.

• Approved 4-year contract with Northland Outdoor Services, LLC (unanimous)
• Set new snowplowing rates: $100/hr single/tandem trucks, $80/hr pickups, $150/hr grader
• Set summer rates: tri-axle $110/hr, tandem $95/hr, single axle $75/hr, excavator/loader/grader $150/hr
• Set loader usage fee at $1.75 per yard for loading salt and sand
• Agreed patching will remain with J&J, coordinated by Hogan
• Discussed but did not finalize allocation of unallocated funds (possible $2,500 to each fire department)
• Noted Forest Service will allow use of land for CL Recycle Center for 5 years

Town of Riverview - Town Board

The Town Board will meet to discuss truck costs and potential price increases with J & J Contracting. The board also needs to establish plans for upcoming summer roadwork bid requests.

• Discussion of truck costs and fuel escalation plan with J & J Contracting
• Establishment of summer roadwork plans for bid requests

The Town Board unanimously approved a two-year contract with J&J Contractors, setting new rates effective January 1, 2022, for snowplowing, sanding, summer work, and equipment use. The Clerk will calculate additional payments for January and February invoices, and fuel escalation will be settled after March and April reports are received. The board also set a $1.75 per yard rate for loader usage when loading salt and sand.

• Approved 2-year contract term with annual review (unanimous)
• Approved new rates effective 1/1/2022 (unanimous)
• Set loader usage rate at $1.75 per yard (unanimous)
• Approved snowplowing/sanding rates: $100/hr single/tandem trucks, $80/hr pick-ups, $150/hr grader (unanimous)
• Approved summer rates: tri-axle $110, tandem $95, single axle $75 (unanimous)
• Approved equipment rates: excavator/loader/grader $150/hr, bobcat $125/hr, tractor/broom/mower $80/hr (unanimous)
• Approved labor rates: extra man $25/hr, man with chainsaw $35/hr (unanimous)
• Approved patching rate: $125/hr (single axle with driver plus 2 men) (unanimous)

Health & Human Services

The Oconto County Health and Human Services Board will consider approving the purchase of furnishings for the New Beginnings Store and Training Center, and receive an update on the project. The meeting also includes routine approvals of minutes, vendor payments, contracts, and equipment purchases, as well as reports from divisions and the Board of Health.

• Resolution to approve purchase of furnishings for New Beginnings Store and Training Center
• New Beginnings Project update
• Approval of prior months' vendor payments
• Approval of client/operational contracts, if any
• Approval of equipment purchases, if any

The Oconto County Health and Human Services Board approved a resolution to purchase furnishings for the New Beginnings Store and Training Center, and approved 2022 contracts with three service providers. The board also approved the February 2022 vendor payments and the meeting agenda and prior minutes. No items were denied or tabled.

• Approved resolution for purchase of furnishings for New Beginnings Store and Training Center
• Approved 2022 contracts with Brain Balance of Fox Valley, Brotoloc Health Care Systems Inc., and Hopeful Haven Inc.
• Approved February 2022 vendor payments
• Approved meeting agenda as written
• Approved February 16, 2022 meeting minutes

MAR-OCO

The Mar-Oco Landfill Committee met to review the Phase 3B waste cell construction process, a landfill plan modification, and routine operations. They also toured the Oconto Utility Commission wastewater treatment plant. The meeting was largely procedural, with no public comment or correspondence.

• Reviewed Phase 3B waste cell design/approval/bid/construction timeline
• Updated on clay approval and OFR plan modification submission
• Reported new dumpsters with quick connects, loader emissions repair, and gas valve repair
• January 2022 invoices totaling $15,321.99 distributed
• Toured Oconto Utility Commission wastewater treatment plant at 1620 Main St., Oconto

Town of Riverview - Town Board

The Town Board will meet to review financial reports and discuss several new business items. The agenda includes a review of unallocated fund balances and a request for an operator's license from Jennifer Frye.

• Operator’s License application for Jennifer Frye
• Review of unallocated fund balances
• Discussion of road limits
• Conditional Use permit for Matt Koenig
• Snow removal prioritization for bus routes and main roads

County Board

The Oconto County Board of Supervisors will vote on several resolutions, including a contract with the Oconto County Economic Development Corporation (OCEDC) for 2022 economic development and tourism services, and financial support for a broadband expansion grant application submitted by OCEDC and Nsight to the Public Service Commission. The board will also consider two zoning changes in the Town of Oconto, an ATV/UTV route amendment, adoption of the Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan, and purchases of highway vehicles. Committee reports will be presented, and the consent agenda includes these items unless removed.

• Contract with OCEDC for Economic Development and Tourism Services 2022
• County financial support for broadband expansion grant application by OCEDC and Nsight (Town of Lakewood)
• Rezone 16.34 acres (Lepak and Ness) from Forest/Agricultural to Rural Residential, Town of Oconto
• Rezone 27.49 acres (Vander Velden) from Agricultural to Rural Residential, Town of Oconto
• Purchase of tandem rear axle truck and dump body, and one 7100 GVW pickup truck

The Oconto County Board approved a contract with the Oconto County Economic Development Corporation for 2022 economic development and tourism services, and approved county financial support for a broadband expansion grant application by OCEDC and Nsight, with an amended funding pledge. The board also approved purchases of vehicles and equipment, and a fiber/copper installation. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved contract with OCEDC for economic development and tourism services 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved county financial support for broadband expansion grant application, amended to reflect $40,000 pledge from Town of Lakewood and $182,926.33 from Nsight (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of tandem rear axle truck and dump body (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of one 7100 GVW pickup truck (unanimous)
• Approved support for ordering three tri-axle vehicles for Highway Department (unanimous)
• Approved fiber and copper installation at New Beginnings (unanimous)

Board of Adjustments

The Oconto County Board of Adjustments will meet to approve the agenda and minutes, hear public comments, and set future hearing dates. The main business is public hearings for Joseph Barker and Jason & Raelynn Jakkola, though the agenda does not specify the nature of these cases.

• Public hearings for Joseph Barker and Jason & Raelynn Jakkola
• Approval of minutes from January 7, 2022 business meeting and February 23, 2022 public hearings
• Public comments period
• Setting hearing dates for future public hearings and business meeting

The Oconto County Board of Adjustment approved two conditional use permits at its February 23, 2022 meeting. Joseph Barker received a permit for an online firearm sales and service business in the Town of Abrams, subject to conditions including no storefront or walk-in traffic. Jason and Raelynn Jakkola received a permit to place a 1987 mobile home (over 15 years old) on their property in the Town of Townsend, subject to conditions on electrical service and foundation. Both motions passed unanimously.

• Granted conditional use permit to Joseph Barker for firearm sales and service (5-0)
• Granted conditional use permit to Jason & Raelynn Jakkola for a dwelling over 15 years old (5-0)
• Approved agenda and minutes of January 7, 2022 business meeting
• Approved minutes of February 23, 2022 public hearings
• Set next public hearings and business meeting for March 28, 2022

County Board of Canvassers

The Oconto County Board of Canvassers is meeting to review and inspect election documents from the February 15, 2022 Spring Primary, including checking for irregularities and verifying tamper-evident serial numbers on voting equipment. This is a procedural meeting to certify the primary results.

• Review and inspect documents from each reporting unit for the February 15, 2022 Spring Primary
• List of irregularities
• Verification of tamper-evident serial numbers on voting equipment for 10 randomly selected reporting units

Town of Riverview - Planning Commission

The Riverview Planning Commission is meeting to consider a conditional use application from Matt Koenig for the property at 15310 Old 32, seeking to continue a non-metallic mine and restore the land per an approved reclamation plan. The agenda also includes routine items such as approval of the January 25, 2022 minutes and a report from the Town Board meeting.

• Conditional use application by Matt Koenig for continuing a non-metallic mine at 15310 Old 32
• Property restoration to a better-than-current state per approved reclamation plan
• Approval of minutes from January 25, 2022 monthly meeting
• Report from the 7 Town Board meeting

Library Services Board

The Oconto County Library Services Board is meeting to conduct routine business, including approving the agenda and previous meeting minutes, hearing reports from county librarians and the county administrator, and reviewing the 2020-2024 library plan. The board will also discuss the 2022 marketing campaign and consider new business for the next meeting.

• Review of 2020-2024 Library Plan
• Discussion of 2022 Marketing Campaign
• Approval of minutes from November 11, 2021 meeting
• Open forum for public comment

The Oconto County Library Services Board approved a motion to allocate $2,000 of marketing funds to purchase books for a Scholastic book giveaway, which members discussed positively. The board also approved the agenda and the minutes from the November 11, 2021 meeting. A letter regarding ARPA funds was read, with a recommendation to share it at the next Finance/Insurance Committee meeting. The next meeting is scheduled for May 11, 2022, at the Gillett Community Center.

• Approved the agenda as presented.
• Approved the minutes of the November 11, 2021 meeting.
• Approved allocating $2,000 of marketing funds to purchase books for the Scholastic book giveaway.
• Recommended sharing a letter about ARPA funds at the next Finance/Insurance Committee meeting.
• Scheduled the next meeting for May 11, 2022, at 2:00 p.m. at the Gillett Community Center.

Health & Human Services

The Oconto County Health and Human Services Board will meet to discuss and potentially approve several administrative items, including an amended fee schedule, changes to bank signees for the New Beginnings and New View accounts, and various contracts and purchases. The agenda is largely routine, with no major policy decisions listed.

• Approval of amended fee schedule
• Discussion/approval to change signees for New Beginnings and New View bank accounts
• Approval of client/operational contracts, if any
• Approval of equipment purchases, if any
• Approval of prior months vendor payments

MAR-OCO

The Mar-Oco Landfill Committee met to review the 4th quarter 2021 landfill reports, discuss a plan modification for the landfill, and hear an update on daily operations. They also reviewed December 2021 paid invoices totaling $52,048.39. The meeting was routine, with no public comment or correspondence.

• Reviewed 4th quarter 2021 landfill reports
• Discussed clay approval and OFR plan modification submission
• December 2021 paid invoices: $52,048.39
• Next meeting scheduled for February 10, 2022

The Mar-Oco Landfill Committee met and received updates on Phase 3B waste cell construction, landfill plan modifications, and operations. No formal decisions were made; the committee approved the agenda, minutes, and adjourned after touring the Oconto Utility Commission wastewater treatment plant.

• Approved agenda (motion carried, no negative votes)
• Approved January 6, 2022 minutes (motion carried, no negative votes)
• Recessed meeting to tour Oconto Utility Commission (motion carried, no negative votes)
• Reconvened meeting at Oconto Utility Commission (motion carried, no negative votes)
• Adjourned meeting at 10:44 a.m. (motion carried, no negative votes)

Town of Riverview - Town Board

The Town Board will review financial reports, committee updates, and various community communications. Discussion items include a resolution to discontinue a public way and authorize a land sale, as well as an operator license approval.

• Resolution to Discontinue a Public Way and Authorizing Sale of Land
• Operator License approval for Robert Frye – Shoreline Inn
• Review of unallocated fund balances
• Joachim Zoning Request

The Town Board approved the purchase of a tractor with a bucket and 60-inch lawn mower for $17,323.30 (10-0), and accepted a resolution to discontinue Eliason Road, which will allow the sale of the land to proceed. The board also approved a picnic license for the Lions Club and an operator license for Robert Frye. Several items were discussed but not decided, including a conditional use permit put on hold and a postponed review of unallocated balances.

• Approved purchase of tractor with bucket and 60-inch mower for $17,323.30 (10-0)
• Accepted Resolution of Discontinuation of Eliason Road (motion carried)
• Approved picnic license for Crooked Lake Spaghetti Dinner for Lions Club (motion carried)
• Approved operator license for Robert Frye (motion carried)
• Accepted minutes from January regular and special meetings (motion carried)
• Approved payment of all bills as presented (motion carried)

Town of Riverview - Building Committee

The Town of Riverview Building Committee is meeting to review a Request for Proposal (RFP), prepare interview questions, and select interview dates for a building project. The agenda also includes an open comments period. No specific project details or decisions are listed.

• Review the Request for Proposal (RFP)
• Set up questions for interviews
• Pick interview dates
• Open comments

The Building Committee held a special meeting to review the revised Request for Proposal (RFP) Rev 3, which was distributed in advance. Members went through each paragraph, making additions, changes, and clarifications. The committee directed Beth to revise the RFP further based on the discussion. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was procedural in nature.

• Reviewed RFP Rev 3 paragraph by paragraph
• Directed Beth to revise the RFP based on committee input

Local Emergency Planning Committee

The Oconto County Local Emergency Planning Committee (LEPC) is meeting to handle routine business, including approving the agenda and previous minutes. The committee will conduct its annual review of the LEPC by-laws, review the facility list, and discuss the 2021 spill report for the county, including a recap of discussions with Land Conservation. They will also address the status of off-site plans and hazardous material response and cleanup.

• Annual review of LEPC by-laws
• Review of facility list
• 2021 spill report for Oconto County
• Status of off-site plans
• Hazardous material response team and cleanup

The Oconto County LEPC approved its by-laws, the committee membership list with alternates, and a hazardous material response services contract with Valley Environmental. The committee also reviewed the facilities list, the 2021 spill report, and discussed manure spill call trees and CODERed cross-county coordination. No other formal actions were taken.

• Approved agenda as amended
• Approved amended minutes of November 29, 2021 meeting
• Approved LEPC By-Laws as presented
• Approved LEPC Committee membership list as amended
• Approved response services contract with Valley Environmental

Traffic Safety Commission

The Oconto County Traffic Safety Commission is meeting to discuss traffic safety matters, including the status of highway construction and repair proposals, a review of traffic crash locations and fatality crashes, and potential safety improvements. The agenda is largely routine and informational, with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

• Status of area highway construction and repair proposals
• Review of traffic crash spot maps and fatality crash report
• Discussion of traffic hazard locations and recommended safety improvements
• Updates on Wisconsin DOT traffic safety legislation and coordinator report

The Oconto County Traffic Safety Commission met and approved the agenda and previous meeting minutes. They discussed a request from the Town of Mountain to open a section of Hwy 32 for ATV/UTV use, but general consensus was that it would not be safe due to vehicle counts. No formal action was taken on this or other substantive items; the meeting was primarily informational.

• Approved agenda (motion by Hytinen/Spice)
• Approved minutes of October 27, 2021 meeting (motion by Hytinen/Spice)

Town of Riverview - Planning Commission

The Riverview Planning Commission is meeting to review a conditional use application from Darrell Joachim to move an older home from Maiden Lake to his property at 15541 Star Lake Road. The agenda includes approval of previous minutes and reports from the Town Board meeting. No other substantive items are listed.

• Conditional use application by Darrell Joachim to move a home to 15541 Star Lake Road
• Removal of existing mobile home after remodeling of stick-built home
• Approval of minutes from November 30, 2021 meeting

The Riverview Planning Commission voted unanimously to recommend approval of Darrell Joachim's conditional use application to move an older home to 15541 Star Lake Road, with the condition that his existing mobile home be removed within two years. The recommendation will go to the Town Board for final decision. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Recommended approval of conditional use for moving home to 15541 Star Lake Road (5-0)
• Approved minutes of previous meeting as printed (5-0)

Criminal Justice Coordination Council

The Oconto County Criminal Justice Coordinating Council is meeting to discuss and potentially act on agenda items including the Volunteers in Probation Program, court process issues, adult jail population and programming, inmate diversion plans, and a juvenile detention facility update. The meeting is open to the public and includes standard procedural items such as approval of minutes and setting the next meeting date.

• Adult Jail Facility: Population Report, Jail Programming Update, Inmate Diversion Plans
• Juvenile Detention Facility Update
• Volunteers in Probation Program
• Court Process Issues
• Approval of Previous Meeting Minutes

The Criminal Justice Coordination Council approved its agenda and prior meeting minutes. Members discussed funding for the Volunteers in Probation Program and jail programming, agreeing to form a roundtable to improve inmate education and enrollment. No formal votes were taken on these items, and the meeting was largely informational.

• Approved agenda with sequence change moving jail info to item 4
• Approved minutes of October 25, 2021 meeting

Town of Riverview - Town Board

The Town Board is holding a special meeting to discuss marketing plans with Oconto County and potential uses for American Rescue Plan funds, including economic development. The meeting is scheduled for January 24, 2022, at the Town Hall/Fire Station.

• Discuss marketing plans with Oconto County
• Economic development and other potential uses for American Rescue Plan funds

The Town of Riverview board met with Oconto County Marketing Director Samantha Boucher to discuss tourism promotion. The board agreed to create a website called 'Riverview Tourism' at a cost of $130, commit to a half-page ad in the 2023 Discovery Guide for $640, and promote local events on social media at $100 per event. No formal votes were recorded; decisions were made by consensus.

• Agreed to create 'Riverview Tourism' website for $130
• Committed to half-page ad in 2023 Discovery Guide for $640
• Agreed to promote events on social media at $100 per event
• Discussed future seasonal ads at ~$200 each

Crime Prevention Fund Board

The Oconto County Crime Prevention Fund Board is meeting to approve the agenda and minutes, review fee collections and past grant distributions, and consider any grant applications. The meeting is open to the public and includes informational items with no action expected.

• Approval of agenda and previous meeting minutes
• Report on fee collections and past grant distributions
• Review of grant application requests
• Set next meeting date

County Board

The Oconto County Board of Supervisors will vote on several items, including creating a Property Assessed Clean Energy (PACE) financing program, approving a housing study, and purchasing an emergency rehab/command unit. They will also consider three zoning changes in Abrams, Maple Valley, and Stiles, and approve a contract for county-wide aerial imagery. The meeting includes routine reports and consent agenda items.

• Ordinance to create Section 5.115 'Property Assessed Clean Energy Financing'
• Resolution to participate in PACE financing program and appoint representative director
• Approval of funding for a housing study
• Purchase of emergency rehab/command unit from JHB Group, Inc. (amount not specified)
• Three rezonings: Abrams (wetland fill), Maple Valley (agricultural to rural residential), Stiles (rural residential to single family)

The Oconto County Board approved an ordinance creating Property Assessed Clean Energy (PACE) financing and authorized county participation in the Wisconsin PACE Commission, with a representative director appointed. The board also approved funding for a housing study, purchased an emergency rehab/command unit, and adopted three zoning changes. All votes were unanimous except the PACE ordinance, which passed 29-0 with one abstention.

• Adopted O2022-01-01 PACE financing ordinance (29-0, 1 abstain)
• Approved R2022-01-04 county participation in PACE program and joint powers agreement
• Approved R2022-01-05 funding for housing study
• Approved R2022-01-06 purchase of emergency rehab/command unit from JHB Group
• Adopted A2022-01-01 zoning change in Town of Abrams (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including zoning changes and recreation aids (unanimous)

Town of Riverview - Building Committee

The Town of Riverview Building Committee is meeting to discuss facility planning, including an update on the Sheriff's wing, whether to remodel existing bathrooms instead of adding a new building, and reviewing responses from architects. The committee will also review emails from Christina and decide how and when to interview architects. This is a planning and discussion meeting, with no final decisions listed on the agenda.

• Introduce new committee member
• Sheriff's wing update
• Remodel existing bathrooms vs. new building
• Review architect responses
• Determine architect interview process

The Building Committee discussed plans for a new building to house the Fire Department, Town Hall, and potentially an Oconto County Sheriff's wing. They decided to have the chosen architectural firm manage the entire project and will issue a Request for Proposal (RFP) by early February. No formal votes were taken; the meeting was planning-focused.

• Agreed to have the chosen architectural firm manage the whole project
• Bill volunteered to draft the initial RFP, with distribution to the committee by Beth
• Set target to send RFP to architectural firms by early February, with interviews in mid-to-late February
• Ann will contact Todd Skarban for input on the Sheriff's wing layout

Town of Riverview - Town Board

The Town Board is holding its regular monthly meeting to discuss routine business and several specific items. Key topics include the potential purchase of the Rasmussen property, marketing plans using ARPA funds, and a review of unallocated fund balances. The meeting will also cover committee reports and old business items.

• Rasmussen Property Purchase (old business)
• Marketing Plans – ARPA Funds (old business)
• Turkey Bowl Picnic License – Feb 26th 11:00-4:00 (new business)
• Review unallocated fund balances (new business)
• Crooked Lake Fire Agreement (old business)

Health & Human Services

The Oconto County Health and Human Services Board is meeting to handle routine administrative business, including approving the 2022 fee schedule, 2021 vacation carryover, and prior month vendor payments. The board will also receive updates on the New Beginnings Project and reports from the director and managers. No major policy decisions or public hearings are listed on the agenda.

• Approval of 2022 Fee Schedule
• Approval of 2021 vacation carryover
• New Beginnings Project Update
• Approval of prior months vendor payments
• Approval of equipment purchases and client/operational contracts, if any

The Oconto County Health and Human Services Board approved the 2022 Fee Schedule and an additional 6.50 hours of vacation carryover for a staff member. The board also approved December 2021 vendor payments and received updates on the COVID-19 pandemic, the New Beginnings Project, and division reports.

• Approved 2022 Fee Schedule as presented
• Approved 6.50 hours additional vacation carryover for Donna Leigh
• Approved December 2021 vendor payments

Board of Adjustments

The Oconto County Board of Adjustments is holding a routine meeting to approve its agenda and minutes from prior meetings, including public hearings. The board will also take public comments and set future hearing and business meeting dates. No substantive decisions or public hearings are scheduled for this meeting.

• Approval of minutes from November 29, 2021 business meeting
• Approval of minutes from January 5, 2022 public hearings (Lehrer, Kemp, Oconto County, Bontrager, Crozier Revocable Trust)
• Approval of minutes from January 7, 2022 public hearings (Glinski Properties LLC, Erin DalSanto)
• Public comments period
• Setting of future hearing and business meeting dates

The Oconto County Board of Adjustments held public hearings on January 5 and 7, 2022, and approved all eight applications before it. These included variances for a lakeside home rebuild and a Dollar General parking reduction, plus conditional use permits for a Dollar General store, a communications tower, a sawmill, a quarry, an HVAC business, and a firearm sales business. All votes were unanimous (4-0).

• Approved 13-ft variance for Lehrer home at 62 ft from high water mark (4-0)
• Approved parking variance for Dollar General, 35 spaces instead of 57 (4-0)
• Approved conditional use permit for Dollar General retail store (4-0)
• Approved conditional use permit for 450-ft communications tower in Town of How (4-0)
• Approved conditional use permit for sawmill in Town of Gillett (4-0)
• Approved conditional use permit for quarry in Town of Stiles (4-0)
• Approved conditional use permit for HVAC sales/service in Little Suamico (4-0)
• Approved conditional use permit for firearm sales/service in Little River (4-0)

MAR-OCO

The Mar-Oco Landfill Committee will meet to review fourth quarter 2021 landfill reports, including tonnage, Saturday hours, account aging, expenditures, and revenue. They will also discuss updates to the landfill plan of operation and general operations, and review December 2021 invoices and budget transfers. The meeting includes public comment and approval of previous minutes.

• Review fourth quarter 2021 tonnage, Saturday hours, account aging, expenditures, and revenue reports
• Update on Mar-Oco Landfill Plan of Operation Modification
• Review schedule of invoices and budget account transfers for December 2021
• Approve minutes of December 9, 2021 meeting
• Public comment limited to 5 minutes per person

The Mar-Oco Landfill Committee met on January 6, 2022, and approved the agenda and prior meeting minutes. They reviewed the fourth quarter 2021 landfill reports and the December 2021 schedule of paid invoices totaling $52,048.39. No public comment or correspondence was received. The meeting was adjourned at 9:56 a.m.

• Approved agenda (motion carried, no negative votes)
• Approved minutes of December 9, 2021 meeting (motion carried, no negative votes)
• Reviewed Q4 2021 landfill reports
• Reviewed December 2021 paid invoices totaling $52,048.39