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Winnebago County public meetings in 2022

287 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Tue Dec 27, 2022 · 08:00

Parks Commission

Winnebago County Parks Committee to discuss camping ordinance changes and Waukau Dam capital project

The Parks Commission will consider nominating a vice chair, discuss changes to the camping and overnight mooring ordinance (19.23), and review the Waukau Dam Capital Project for 2023-2024. The committee will also discuss fees for soccer shelter use and receive an update on a potential International Pyrotechnics Guild conference.

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✓ Decided: Parks Committee appoints Vice Chair and supports $15,000 equipment purchase

The committee appointed Josh Belville as Vice Chair and approved a request for $15,000 from the County Contingency Fund for new tables and chairs at the Sunnyview Expo Center. Members also discussed potential changes to camping ordinances and soccer shelter rental fees.

Wed Dec 21, 2022 · 18:30

Planning & Zoning Committee - PUBLIC HEARING

County considers zoning map change for all A-1 parcels

The Planning & Zoning Committee will hold a public hearing on a zoning map amendment affecting all A-1 zoned parcels under Winnebago County jurisdiction. This item was adjourned from the November 16, 2022 hearing. The meeting is also posted as an Aviation Committee meeting.

✓ Decided: Planning & Zoning Committee held public hearing on A-1 to A-2 zoning amendment

The committee held a public hearing regarding a request to amend the zoning map for multiple parcels from A-1 (Agribusiness District) to A-2 (General Agriculture). No decision was recorded in the minutes regarding the approval or denial of this request.

Wed Dec 21, 2022 · 15:00

Facilities & Property Management Committee

Committee to vote on naming county building after David Albrecht

The Facilities & Property Management Committee will discuss and potentially approve renaming the Winnebago County Administration Building to the David Albrecht Administration Building. Other items include discussion of a building assessment study, elevator repairs at Oshkosh Human Services, the 980 Housing Project, and the Shelter Care Project.

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✓ Decided: Committee renames Winnebago County Administration Building

The committee approved a resolution to rename the Winnebago County Administration Building to the David Albrecht Administration Building. Other items regarding building assessments, elevator repairs, and housing projects were discussed but not decided.

Wed Dec 21, 2022 · 09:00

Solid Waste Management Board

Solid Waste Board to vote on power purchase extension with WPSC

The Winnebago County Solid Waste Management Board will discuss and vote on extending a power purchase agreement with Wisconsin Public Service Corporation, review the 2021 annual report, and consider updates to Chapter 15 of the county code regarding the sanitary landfill. The meeting also includes routine items such as approving the agenda, public comments, and minutes from the prior session.

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✓ Decided: Board approves 2021 annual report and power purchase agreement extension

The Solid Waste Management Board approved the 2021 Annual Report and a Power Purchase Agreement extension with Wisconsin Public Service Corporation. The board reviewed updates to the Chapter 15 Sanitary Landfill recodification project but took no action on it.

Wed Dec 21, 2022 · 08:00

Board of Adjustment - VIEWING

Board of Adjustment to hear variance request for Winnebago County Parks

The Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on a variance application for property at 1801 Grundman Lane, Town of Vinland. The meeting is also posted as a Facilities & Property Management Committee meeting. The public may attend in person or via Zoom.

Tue Dec 20, 2022 · 18:00

County Board of Supervisors

Board to vote on cannabis referendum and fireworks on county property

The Winnebago County Board will consider resolutions on a cannabis legalization referendum, allowing fireworks on county property with permits and insurance, and renaming the county administration building. Other items include a road jurisdiction transfer, a Sheriff's Office reorganization, and appointments to county committees.

✓ Decided: Board approves fireworks on county grounds and updates cremation fees

The Winnebago County Board of Supervisors approved an ordinance allowing fireworks on county property under specific permit and insurance conditions. The board also increased cremation permit fees and approved several administrative appointments, including a new County Clerk. A proposed advisory referendum on cannabis legalization was referred to committee.

🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion by Supervisor Gustafson, seconded by Supervisor Hanson, to refer to the Legislative Committee and Judiciary & Public Safety Committee
11 nay
Nichols nay · Defferding nay · Ellenberger nay · Binder nay · Gordon nay · Ponzer nay · Norton nay · Buck nay · Powers nay · Farrey nay · Harrison nay
Fri Dec 16, 2022 · 07:30

Planning & Zoning Committee - VIEWING

Planning & Zoning Viewing Meeting cancelled for December 16, 2022

The Winnebago County Planning and Zoning Committee has cancelled its viewing meeting scheduled for December 16, 2022, because there are no new viewing items to consider. The public hearing meeting on December 21, 2022 will proceed as planned.

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Fri Dec 16, 2022 · 07:30

Board of Health

Board to review 2022 income statement and COVID-19 response

The Winnebago County Board of Health will meet to review the 2022 year-to-date income statement, receive updates on COVID-19 and monkeypox response, and hear an overview of communicable disease division and foundational public health services. The agenda includes director and staff updates, public comment, and approval of previous minutes.

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✓ Decided: Board of Health approves October 2022 meeting minutes

The Board of Health approved the minutes from the October 2022 meeting. The remainder of the session consisted of staff updates regarding environmental health, community prevention, and communicable disease trends.

Thu Dec 15, 2022 · 09:00

UW Education, Extension & Agriculture Committee

Extension committee to hear reports on programs, fair, and scholarships

The UW Education, Extension & Agriculture Committee will hear public comments, approve minutes, and receive reports from the Fair Association and Extension staff. Updates on community development, department operations, and a scholarship task force are also scheduled.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves November 2022 meeting minutes

The committee approved the minutes from the November 17, 2022 meeting. Members reviewed financial reports for the Winnebago County Fair Association and received updates on Extension program activities and staffing transitions.

Thu Dec 15, 2022 · 07:30

Board of Adjustment - DELIBERATIVE

Board of Adjustment to consider variance for Winnebago County Parks property

The Winnebago County Board of Adjustment is meeting to deliberate on a single agenda item: a variance request for a property located at 1801 Grundman Ln in the Town of Vinland, associated with Winnebago County Parks. The meeting is also posted as a Committee meeting for Facilities & Property Management.

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Wed Dec 14, 2022 · 13:00

ARPA Strategy and Outcomes Commission

Commission to vote on $5.3M in Spirit Fund transfers for county projects

The ARPA Strategy and Outcomes Commission will discuss and possibly approve multiple transfers from the Spirit Fund totaling over $5.3 million, including funds for a county building assessment, emergency generator, radio equipment, and land conservation. The meeting also covers a process for soliciting community project requests.

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✓ Decided: Commission approves several million dollars in Spirit Fund transfers for county projects

The Commission approved multiple fund transfers from the Spirit Fund for infrastructure, equipment, and administrative costs. These include funding for radios, a fiber loop, and an airport vehicle. The Commission rejected the minutes from the November 30, 2022, meeting.

Tue Dec 13, 2022 · 08:00

Parks Commission

Parks committee to discuss fireworks ordinance changes and potential pyrotechnics conference

The Winnebago County Parks & Recreation Committee will discuss and decide on changes to the fireworks ordinance (19.18) and discuss changes to the camping ordinance (19.23). They will also receive an update on a potential International Pyrotechnics Guild conference.

✓ Decided: Parks Committee approves modifications to fireworks ordinance

The committee approved changes to Ordinance 19.18 to allow the use of fireworks and rockets on County property. Proposed changes to the camping and overnight mooring ordinance were deferred to a future meeting.

Mon Dec 12, 2022 · 11:00

Veterans Service Commission

Veterans Service Commission to review emergency relief grant applications

The Winnebago County Veterans Service Commission will meet to review applications for emergency relief grants, which involves discussing personal, financial, and medical information in closed session. The meeting also includes approval of the agenda, previous minutes, the current financial report, and updates on office and legislative matters. The next meeting is scheduled for January 9, 2023.

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✓ Decided: Veterans Service Commission approves financial report and meeting minutes

The Commission approved the November 7, 2022, meeting minutes and the December 12, 2022, financial report. The board convened in closed session to act on applications involving personal histories. Office updates included the accreditation of one employee and the approval of a WDVA Transportation Grant.

Wed Dec 7, 2022 · 09:00

Solid Waste Management Board

Board to vote on 2023 waste rates, grinder, and loader contracts

The Winnebago County Solid Waste Management Board will discuss and vote on awarding contracts for a replacement wood grinder and a four-wheel-drive loader, as well as setting the 2023 solid waste and recycling rate sheet and rebate program changes.

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✓ Decided: Board approves new waste equipment and updated 2023 tipping fees

The Board approved the purchase of a wood waste grinder and a rubber tire loader. It also adopted a new 2023 rate schedule and modified the rebate program to prioritize signing municipalities.

Wed Dec 7, 2022 · 08:00

Aviation Committee

Committee to vote on five hangar leases and renewals at Wittman Regional Airport

The Aviation Committee will consider and vote on five hangar lease agreements, including new leases for Myers Aviation, Doug Milius, Geoff Downey, and Cassui Too, LLC, plus a renewal for Michael Hoy and a lease renewal for Basler Flight Service. The agenda also includes updates on the East GA Hangar Project and Aviation Park marketing, plus routine items like minutes approval and public comment.

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✓ Decided: Aviation Committee approves five hangar leases and one garage renewal

The committee approved several hangar leases, including relocations for the East General Aviation Ramp project. A lease renewal for Basler Flight Service was also approved. The Airport Director reported that contracts for the East GA Hangar Project have been awarded.

Mon Dec 5, 2022 · 18:00

Judiciary & Public Safety Committee

Committee to vote on cremation fee increase, radio and jail upgrades, and grant acceptance

The Judiciary & Public Safety Committee will consider and vote on several items, including raising the cremation permit fee from $150 to $160, approving capital improvement projects for subscriber unit radios, communications center consoles, and jail wiring and cameras, and accepting a $3,200 WEM HS Alert SWAT equipment grant. They will also vote on a resolution to amend the County Board's order of business to add a consent calendar.

✓ Decided: Committee approves Sheriff's Office staffing change and cremation fee increase

The committee approved replacing a Crime Analyst position with a Detective Lieutenant and increased the cremation permit fee. It also authorized a $3,200 grant for SWAT equipment and moved to add a 'Consent Calendar' to the January County Board agenda.

Mon Dec 5, 2022 · 14:00

Human Services Board

Human Services Board to receive Long Term Support overview

The Winnebago County Human Services Board will hear a presentation on the Long Term Support (LTS) program, review inpatient and institutional placement statistics, and receive financial and director reports. The board will also vote on minutes from previous meetings.

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✓ Decided: Human Services Board approves previous meeting minutes

The board approved the November 7, 2022 meeting minutes and accepted minutes from the ADRC Committee and Specialized Transportation Council. Members received reports on Long Term Support programs, placement statistics, and a projected year-end financial surplus of $3.6 million.

Fri Dec 2, 2022 · 07:45

Planning & Zoning Committee - PLANNING

Planning & Zoning Committee to review airport zoning amendments and mining reclamation program

The Winnebago County Planning & Zoning Committee will meet on December 2, 2022, to consider several items including proposed amendments to the Wittman Regional Airport zoning ordinance (Chapter 24) and a report on the county's Non-metallic Mining Reclamation Program. The committee may also forward a Town of Nepeuskun text amendment to the County Board. The meeting is also posted as an Aviation Committee meeting.

✓ Decided: Committee forwards Wittman Regional Airport zoning amendments to January hearing

The Planning & Zoning Committee approved forwarding proposed amendments to Chapter 24 regarding Wittman Regional Airport to a January public hearing. The committee also approved the 2023 ECWRPC budget and forwarded Town of Nepeuskun text amendments to the County Board.

Fri Dec 2, 2022 · 07:30

Planning & Zoning Committee - DELIBERATIVE

Committee to deliberate zoning map amendment, special exception, and final plat

The Planning & Zoning Committee will deliberate three items: a zoning map amendment for the Luker Rev. Trust property west of 2712 Nekimi Ave in the Town of Black Wolf, a special exception for Steve DelMarcelle east of 9691 Welsch Rd in the Town of Poygan, and the 2nd Addendum to Willow Lane Condominium final plat, adjourned from November. The meeting is also posted as an Aviation Committee meeting.

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✓ Decided: Planning & Zoning Committee approves zoning amendment, special exception, and final plat

The committee approved a zoning map amendment in the Town of Black Wolf and a special exception in the Town of Poygan. Additionally, the committee approved the final plat for the 2nd Addendum to Willow Lane Condominium.

Thu Dec 1, 2022 · 09:00

Land Conservation Committee

Committee to vote on continued phosphorus program participation and approve cost-share agreements

The Winnebago County Land Conservation Committee will consider approving continued participation in the Statewide Phosphorus Multi-Discharger Variance Program, authorize staff to approve cost-share agreements over $5,000, and review several specific cost-share agreements for well abandonment and wetland restoration projects totaling up to $28,150.

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✓ Decided: LCC approves water quality cost-share agreements and MDV program participation

The Land Conservation Committee approved several water quality improvement cost-share agreements totaling $28,650. The committee also authorized the Director to approve agreements over $5,000 for the rest of 2022 and voted to continue participation in the Statewide Phosphorus Multi-Discharger Variance Program.

Thu Dec 1, 2022 · 17:30

Board of Adjustment - PUBLIC HEARING

Board of Adjustment to hear variance request for 7830 Haase Rd

The Winnebago County Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing and deliberative session on December 1, 2022. The agenda includes a variance request from Bruce Quella for a property at 7830 Haase Rd in the Town of Wolf River, along with approval of prior meeting minutes.

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✓ Decided: Board of Adjustment denies variance for 7830 Haase Rd

The Board of Adjustment reviewed a variance request for a property in the Town of Wolf River. The Board determined the request did not meet the required criteria and voted to deny it.

Thu Dec 1, 2022 · 09:00

Personnel & Finance Committee

Committee to vote on selling county land to Menasha, adjusting sheriff staffing

The Personnel & Finance Committee will consider selling county-owned property to the City of Menasha, approve values on tax-foreclosed properties, and amend the fee for cremation permits. They will also vote on reorganizing the Sheriff's Office by replacing a Crime Analyst position with a Detective Lieutenant and on adjustments to the unclassified pay schedule.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves property sales and Sheriff's Office staffing changes

The Personnel & Finance Committee approved the sale of two tax-foreclosed properties to the City of Menasha and established values for several other foreclosed parcels. The committee also approved a staffing change in the Sheriff's Office and updated the unclassified positions pay schedule.

Wed Nov 30, 2022 · 13:00

ARPA Strategy and Outcomes Commission

Commission to consider $853,016 emergency generator for Sunnyview Expo Center

The ARPA Strategy and Outcomes Commission will discuss and possibly act on a process for community project requests, consider $853,016 in Spirit Fund spending for a generator at Sunnyview Expo Center, and discuss a resolution to create a Spirit Fund and rename the commission.

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✓ Decided: Commission approves creation of $33.4M Spirit Fund and generator purchase

The Commission approved a resolution to establish the Spirit Fund with $33,390,918 and rename itself the Spirit Fund Commission. It also approved $853,016 for an emergency generator at the Sunnyview Expo Center. Additionally, the body decided how to distribute $3 million in partner project funds.

Wed Nov 30, 2022 · 15:00

Facilities & Property Management Committee

Facilities committee to discuss building assessment, elevator repairs, housing project

The Facilities & Property Management Committee will meet to discuss a building assessment study, repairs to the Oshkosh Human Services elevator, and an update on the 980 Housing Project. The meeting includes public comment and a director's report on department operations and budget.

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✓ Decided: Facilities Committee approves October meeting minutes

The committee approved the minutes from the October 26, 2022 meeting. Other agenda items consisted of updates and discussions regarding building assessments, elevator repairs, and various facility projects; no other formal actions were taken.

Tue Nov 29, 2022 · 15:00

Winnebago County Housing Authority

Winnebago County Housing Authority to vote on 2023 budget, discuss joint meeting

The Winnebago County Housing Authority will meet on Tuesday, November 29, 2022 at 3:00 p.m. at Marian Manor, 600 Merritt Avenue, Oshkosh. The board will vote on Resolution 741-22 to approve the 2023 budget and will discuss a joint meeting with the Oshkosh Housing Authority. Other items include a report on the Housing Choice Voucher and FSS programs, a HUD onsite review letter, and updates on agency property and projects.

✓ Decided: Winnebago County Housing Authority approves 2023 budgets

The Board approved the 2023 budgets, which include a 3% cost-of-living adjustment for staff. The Board also approved the meeting minutes from October 25, 2022.

Tue Nov 29, 2022 · 08:00

Parks Commission

Parks committee to vote on budget transfer for Sunnyview tables and chairs

The Parks & Recreation Committee will discuss and decide on a budget transfer for tables and chairs at Sunnyview Exposition, and view a video tour of Shangri La Nature Preserve. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and staff updates.

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✓ Decided: Parks Committee approves budget transfer for Sunnyview Expo tables and chairs

The Parks & Recreation Committee approved a budget transfer to purchase tables and chairs for the Sunnyview Expo Center. The purchase will be funded via a transfer from the Undesignated General Fund Balance or a General Fund advance to be reimbursed by a bond issue.

Mon Nov 28, 2022 · 16:30

Highway Committee

Highway Committee to vote on Pioneer Road/CTH T jurisdictional transfer

The Winnebago County Highway Committee will consider approving revisions to a jurisdictional transfer with the Town of Clayton involving Pioneer Road and CTH T. They will also discuss a request from the Town of Winneconne to lower speed limits on CTH G and CTH M, and review attendance at the upcoming WCHA Winter Road School conference.

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✓ Decided: Highway Committee approves jurisdictional transfer for Pioneer Road/CTH T

The committee approved a revised jurisdictional transfer between Winnebago County and the Town of Clayton. Members discussed contractor issues on the Pioneer Road project and requests for speed limit changes in the Town of Winneconne.

Thu Nov 17, 2022 · 09:00

UW Education, Extension & Agriculture Committee

Committee to vote on dissolving Diversity Affairs Commission

The UW Education, Extension and Agriculture Committee will consider a resolution to dissolve the Diversity Affairs Commission, hear reports from Extension staff, and discuss upcoming events. The meeting is at 9 a.m. Thursday, Nov. 17, 2022, at the J.P. Coughlin Center with a virtual option.

✓ Decided: Committee votes to maintain Diversity Affairs Commission

The committee decided that the Diversity Affairs Commission will continue to operate with the assistance of UW Extension staff. Members also reviewed 4-H programming and received updates on upcoming educator vacancies for 2023.

Wed Nov 16, 2022 · 08:00

Board of Adjustment - VIEWING

Board of Adjustment to hold public hearing on variance for Bruce Quella

The Winnebago County Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on a variance application from Bruce Quella for property at 7826 Haase Rd in the Town of Wolf River. The meeting is also posted as a Committee meeting for Facilities & Property Management.

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✓ Decided: Board of Adjustment holds public hearing on shore yard setback variance

The Board of Adjustment held a public hearing regarding a variance request for a garage addition at 7826 Haase Rd. The minutes do not record a final decision or vote on the variance request.

Wed Nov 16, 2022 · 09:00

Solid Waste Management Board

Board to discuss landfill gas utilization analysis and 2022 budget adjustment

The Winnebago County Solid Waste Management Board will meet on November 16, 2022 at 9:00 AM. The board will discuss and potentially take action on a landfill gas utilization analysis report and a 2022 budget adjustment. The meeting will be held at the Solid Waste Administration Office with a virtual option available.

✓ Decided: Board approves RFP for landfill gas flare and compressor upgrades

The Solid Waste Management Board decided to develop a Request for Proposals for landfill gas flare and compressor system equipment upgrades. The Board also approved a budget adjustment to fund blacktop repairs in the yard waste storage area.

Wed Nov 16, 2022 · 18:30

Planning & Zoning Committee - PUBLIC HEARING

Public hearing on two zoning map amendments

The Winnebago County Planning & Zoning Committee will hold a public hearing on two zoning map amendments: one for a property west of 2712 Nekimi Ave in the Town of Black Wolf (Luker Rev. Trust), and one for all A-1 zoned parcels countywide. The meeting is also posted as an Aviation Committee meeting.

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✓ Decided: Committee adjourns zoning map amendment for A-1 parcels

The committee held a public hearing regarding two zoning map amendments. One request for a zoning change in the Town of Black Wolf received no further testimony, and a county-wide amendment for A-1 parcels was adjourned for one month.

Tue Nov 15, 2022 · 18:00

County Board of Supervisors

County board to vote on $1M property purchase, zoning changes, and hazard pay renewal

The Winnebago County Board will consider several resolutions including the purchase of 2831 Harrison Street in Oshkosh for $700,000 plus $300,000 in renovations, two zoning petitions, renewal of COVID hazard pay at Park View Health Center, and adoption of the 2023 compensation schedule. The board will also vote on resolutions regarding social media policy, foreign ownership of farmland, and assistant district attorney pay.

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✓ Decided: County Board approves $1M for shelter care facility purchase and renovations

The Board approved the purchase of 2831 Harrison Street for $700,000 plus $300,000 for renovations to establish a county-run shelter care facility. Other key actions included approving a 3% increase to the non-union compensation schedule and authorizing $175,000 for strategic planning assistance.

🗳️ How they voted (7 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion by Supervisor Stafford, seconded by Supervisor Floam, to adopt. Vote on Resolution:
5 yea · 1 abstain
Binder yea · Gordon yea · Ponzer yea · Norton yea · Cox yea · Farrey abstain
Motion by Supervisor Floam, seconded by Supervisor Hanson, to adopt. Vote on Resolution:
4 yea
Gordon yea · Ponzer yea · Norton yea · Schellenger yea
Motion by Supervisor Eisen, seconded by Supervisor Nichols, to amend this resolution by changing the amount on Line 26 from $5.00 to $10.00. Vote on Amendment:
10 yea
Borchart yea · Eisen yea · Wise yea · Gordon yea · Ponzer yea · Zellmer yea · Schellenger yea · Buck yea · Powers yea · Harrison yea
Motion by Supervisor Eisen, seconded by Supervisor Nichols, to amend this resolution by changing the amount on Line 26 from $5.00 to $10.00. Vote on Amendment: AYES: 11 – Nichols, Borchart, Eisen…
7 yea
Horan yea · Defferding yea · Stafford yea · Floam yea · Gustafson yea · Zastera yea · Miller yea
Motion by Supervisor Eisen, seconded by Supervisor Wise, to amend Line 3 from $175,000 to $35,000; strike Lines 16, 17 & 18; strike "and priority" from Line 24; strike "based budgeting" from Line 25…
4 yea
Borchart yea · Eisen yea · Defferding yea · Wise yea
Motion by Supervisor Gustafson, seconded by Supervisor Floam to call the question. Vote on Call the Question: AYES: 28: N
6 yea
Eisen yea · Ponzer yea · Schellenger yea · Buck yea · Powers yea · Farrey yea
Motion by Supervisor Gustafson, seconded by Supervisor Floam to call the question. Vote on Call the Question: AYES: 28: NAYES: 7 – Nichols, Eisen, Ponzer, Schellenger, Buck, Powers and Farrey…
9 yea
Nichols yea · Eisen yea · Defferding yea · Wise yea · Nussbaum yea · Stafford yea · Albrecht yea · Gabert yea · Cox yea
Fri Nov 11, 2022 · 07:30

Planning & Zoning Committee - VIEWING

Planning & Zoning Committee to consider two land-use items

The Winnebago County Planning and Zoning Committee will meet on November 11, 2022, at 7:30 a.m. in the county administration building parking lot. The agenda contains two items: a zoning map amendment for the Luker Rev. Trust property west of 2712 Nekimi Ave in the Town of Black Wolf, and a special exception request for Steve DelMarcelle's property east of 9691 Welsch Rd in the Town of Poygan.

✓ Decided: Planning & Zoning Committee conducted property viewings

The committee met to view two properties regarding a zoning map amendment and a special exception. No substantive decisions or votes were recorded in the minutes.

Thu Nov 10, 2022 · 15:30

Park View Health Center Committee

Park View Health Center Committee to vote on $7,000 budget transfer for floor scrubber

The Park View Health Center Committee will discuss and potentially approve a $7,000 budget transfer from small improvements to small equipment to buy a floor scrubber. Members will also receive a financial report, an administrator's update on COVID-19, census, staffing, and a general overview of the center's financial structure. The committee will consider a tuition reimbursement program and approve the previous meeting's minutes.

✓ Decided: Committee approves $7,000 budget transfer for floor scrubber

The committee approved a budget transfer to purchase equipment and reviewed financial and facility reports. A discussion regarding an unspecified topic was deferred to the next meeting agenda.

Thu Nov 10, 2022 · 07:30

Board of Adjustment - DELIBERATIVE

Board of Adjustment to consider a variance for Bruce Quella at 7826 Haase Rd, Town of Wolf River

The Winnebago County Board of Adjustment will hold a deliberative meeting on November 10, 2022, at 8:00 AM in the parking lot of the County Administration Building. The agenda contains one item: a variance request from Bruce Quella for property at 7826 Haase Rd, Town of Wolf River. The meeting is also posted as a Facilities & Property Management committee meeting.

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✓ Decided: Board of Adjustment viewed property at 7826 Haase Rd

The Board met to view a property regarding a variance request for Bruce Quella. No formal decisions were recorded in these minutes.

Wed Nov 9, 2022 · 08:00

Aviation Committee

Aviation Committee to discuss airport zoning code changes and hangar leases

The Winnebago County Aviation Committee will consider modifications to the Wittman Regional Airport zoning code and vote on three hangar lease renewals. The meeting also includes updates on construction projects and reports from staff and the EAA.

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✓ Decided: Aviation Committee approves airport zoning code modifications

The committee approved changes to the Wittman Regional Airport zoning ordinance and renewed three hangar leases. It also received updates on the East GA Hangar project and airport maintenance costs.

Mon Nov 7, 2022 · 18:00

Judiciary & Public Safety Committee

Committee to vote on remote voting rule, budget transfer, and rule changes

The Judiciary & Public Safety Committee will consider several resolutions amending County Board rules, including allowing remote voting for committees, replacing minute approval with a consent calendar, and revising definitions. They will also vote on a $3,200 budget transfer for the Coroner's Office and discuss a resolution on community supervision limits.

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✓ Decided: Judiciary Committee approves Coroner's Office budget transfer

The committee approved a $3,200 budget transfer for the Coroner's Office and amended a resolution regarding the County Board's commitment to their oath. Several proposed rule changes were either postponed or pulled from the agenda following legal counsel review.

Mon Nov 7, 2022 · 14:00

Human Services Board

Human Services Board to review Economic Support program and 2023 meeting schedule

The Winnebago County Human Services Board will hear a presentation on the Economic Support division, review inpatient and institutional placement statistics, and discuss the draft 2023 meeting schedule. The board will also consider minutes from previous meetings and receive financial and director reports.

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✓ Decided: Human Services Board approves October minutes and 2023 meeting schedule

The board approved the minutes from the October 3, 2022, board meeting and the October 10, 2022, ADRC committee meeting. Members also accepted the proposed 2023 meeting schedule. The board received reports on economic support, placement statistics, and a projected year-end financial surplus of $3.6 million.

Mon Nov 7, 2022 · 11:00

Veterans Service Commission

Veterans Service Commission to review emergency relief grant applications

The Winnebago County Veterans Service Commission will meet to review applications for emergency relief grants, including personal and financial information, in closed session. The agenda also includes approval of previous meeting minutes, acceptance of the current financial report, and updates on state, federal, and local legislation.

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✓ Decided: Veterans Service Commission approves financial report and meeting minutes

The Commission approved the October 10, 2022, meeting minutes and the November 7, 2022, financial report. Members held a closed session to act on applications for financial, medical, social, or personal histories. The group also received updates on employee accreditation and budget presentations.

Fri Nov 4, 2022 · 07:45

Planning & Zoning Committee - PLANNING

Planning meeting cancelled due to lack of agenda items

The Winnebago County Planning & Zoning Committee's November 4, 2022 planning meeting has been cancelled because there were no items to discuss. The deliberative meeting on the same date will still be held.

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Fri Nov 4, 2022 · 07:30

Planning & Zoning Committee - DELIBERATIVE

Planning & Zoning to decide on 2 conditional use permits and a zoning map amendment

The Winnebago County Planning & Zoning Committee will deliberate on several land-use items, including two conditional use permits for storage and a business, and a zoning map amendment — all adjourned from an August 30 public hearing. The committee will also review a conditional use for a property in Omro, consider a final plat for a condominium addition, and set its 2023 meeting schedule.

✓ Decided: Planning & Zoning Committee approves storage facility and business expansions

The committee approved conditional use permits for Green Meadows Enterprises LLC and Storage in Black Wolf LLC, along with a zoning map amendment for the latter. A final plat for Willow Lane Condominium was adjourned for 30 days to seek a response from the Town of Wolf River. The 2023 annual meeting schedule was approved.

Fri Nov 4, 2022 · 09:00

Personnel & Finance Committee

Winnebago County to consider buying 2831 Harrison St for $700,000 and approving $300,000 in renovations

The Personnel & Finance Committee will vote on several resolutions including the purchase and renovation of a county property, replacement of air conditioning chiller units at Neenah Human Services Building, renewal of COVID hazard pay, and adoption of the 2023 compensation schedule. The meeting also includes a public hearing on the Sunnyview Exposition Center rental fee schedule and review of the 3rd quarter investment report.

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✓ Decided: County approves $1M purchase and renovation of shelter care facility

The committee approved the $700,000 purchase of 2831 Harrison Street plus $300,000 for renovations to provide shelter care. Other actions included approving a 3% increase to the 2023 compensation schedule and funding for HVAC replacements in Neenah.

Thu Nov 3, 2022 · 18:00

County Board of Supervisors

Winnebago County holds Youth Government Day for students

This is a special event agenda for Winnebago County's Youth Government Day, not a regular board meeting. Students will participate in breakout sessions on public safety, land use, and health services, followed by a mock trial and mock county board session.

Thu Nov 3, 2022 · 17:30

Board of Adjustment - PUBLIC HEARING

Board of Adjustment to hold public hearing on two variance requests

The Winnebago County Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on November 3, 2022, to consider two variance applications: Gary Rathsack at 164 Rickers Bay Rd, Town of Neenah, and Dean Giacomini et al at 3061 Bellaire Ln, Town of Oshkosh. The board will also review and act on the 2023 meeting schedule and approve minutes from prior meetings.

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✓ Decided: Board of Adjustment approves two floodplain variances

The Board of Adjustment approved two variance requests related to floodplain fill and drainage. The board also approved the 2023 meeting schedule.

Wed Nov 2, 2022 · 18:00

County Board of Supervisors

County Board continues 2023 budget presentations for 21 departments

The Winnebago County Board is holding two budget meetings to continue presentations of the 2023 Annual Budget by Executive Doemel for 21 departments, including Sheriff, Highway, Public Health, and Solid Waste. The meetings are scheduled for November 1 and 3, 2022, at the courthouse and via Zoom. Public comment is allowed on agenda items.

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✓ Decided: Winnebago County Board adopts 2023 Annual Budget

The County Board approved the 2023 Annual Budget as amended following a three-day session. Several budget amendments were passed to fund building assessments, emergency equipment, and health department grants, while multiple proposals to add or eliminate staff positions were defeated.

🗳️ How they voted (16 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion by Supervisor Floam, seconded by Supervisor Ellenberger, to call the question. This motion was withdrawn. Vote on Amendment to Suspend Rule 11.6 for the 2023 Budget Session:
9 yea
Eisen yea · Wise yea · Albrecht yea · Swan yea · Ponzer yea · Norton yea · Powers yea · Egan yea · Nelson yea
Motion by Supervisor Defferding, seconded by Supervisor Schellenger, to adopt. Vote on Amendment:
13 yea
Defferding yea · Wise yea · Swan yea · Robinson yea · Gordon yea · Belville yea · Hinz yea · Zellmer yea · Schellenger yea · Buck yea · Powers yea · Hanson yea · Farrey yea
Motion by Supervisor Norton, seconded by Supervisor Harrison, to adopt. Vote on Amendment:
30 yea
Borchart yea · Eisen yea · Wise yea · Binder yea · Gordon yea · Ponzer yea · Norton yea · Zellmer yea · Schellenger yea · Buck yea · Powers yea · Harrison yea · Egan yea · Beem yea · Defferding yea · Ellenberger yea · Nussbaum yea · Stafford yea · Albrecht yea · Swan yea · Robinson yea · Floam yea · Belville yea · Hinz yea · Hanson yea · Gustafson yea · Farrey yea · Zastera yea · Nelson yea · Miller yea
motion by Supervisor Defferding, seconded by Supervisor Nussbaum, to call the question. Vote on Call the Question: CARRIED BY VOICE VOTE. Vote on Amendment:
10 yea
Borchart yea · Binder yea · Floam yea · Gordon yea · Ponzer yea · Zellmer yea · Buck yea · Powers yea · Cox yea · Egan yea
Motion by Supervisor Floam, seconded by Supervisor Hanson, to adopt. Vote on Amendment:
15 yea
Horan yea · Defferding yea · Ellenberger yea · Nussbaum yea · Gabert yea · Swan yea · Robinson yea · Floam yea · Hinz yea · Hanson yea · Gustafson yea · Zastera yea · Beem yea · Nelson yea · Miller yea
motion by Supervisor Eisen, seconded by Supervisor Dowling, to call the question. Vote on Call the Question:
1 yea
Harrison yea
motion by Supervisor Eisen, seconded by Supervisor Dowling, to call the question. Vote on Call the Question: AYES: 33, NAYES: 2 – Schellenger and Harrison; ABSTAIN: 0, ABSENT: 1 – Youngquist. PASSED…
9 yea
Borchart yea · Wise yea · Binder yea · Gordon yea · Norton yea · Schellenger yea · Buck yea · Powers yea · Harrison yea
motion by Supervisor Eisen, seconded by Supervisor Dowling, to call the question. Vote on Call the Question: AYES: 33, NAYES: 2 – Schellenger and Harrison; ABSTAIN: 0, ABSENT: 1 – Youngquist. PASSED…
33 yea
Borchart yea · Horan yea · Defferding yea · Stafford yea · Albrecht yea · Gabert yea · Swan yea · Norton yea · Hinz yea · Schellenger yea · Gustafson yea · Harrison yea · Egan yea · Beem yea · Miller yea · Eisen yea · Ellenberger yea · Wise yea · Nussbaum yea · Binder yea · Robinson yea · Floam yea · Gordon yea · Ponzer yea · Belville yea · Zellmer yea · Buck yea · Powers yea · Hanson yea · Cox yea · Farrey yea · Zastera yea · Nelson yea
Motion by Supervisor Norton, seconded by Supervisor Gordon to adopt. Vote on Amendment:
14 yea
Borchart yea · Eisen yea · Wise yea · Binder yea · Gordon yea · Ponzer yea · Norton yea · Zellmer yea · Schellenger yea · Buck yea · Powers yea · Cox yea · Harrison yea · Egan yea
Motion by Supervisor Schellenger, seconded by Supervisor Powers, to adopt. Vote on Amendment:
16 yea
Borchart yea · Horan yea · Albrecht yea · Binder yea · Gordon yea · Ponzer yea · Belville yea · Norton yea · Zellmer yea · Schellenger yea · Buck yea · Powers yea · Cox yea · Farrey yea · Harrison yea · Egan yea
Motion by Supervisor Cox, seconded by Supervisor Nichols, to adopt. Supervisor Nichols clarified that her second to the motion was to move forward for discussion only. Supervisor Nussbaum requested a…
2 yea
Gordon yea · Powers yea
Motion by Supervisor Binder, seconded by Supervisor Powers, to adopt. Vote on Amendment:
14 yea
Borchart yea · Eisen yea · Wise yea · Binder yea · Ponzer yea · Belville yea · Hinz yea · Zellmer yea · Buck yea · Powers yea · Cox yea · Farrey yea · Harrison yea · Egan yea
motion by Supervisor Nussbaum, and seconded, to call the question. Vote on Call the Question:
6 yea
Borchart yea · Horan yea · Norton yea · Schellenger Buck yea · Gustafson yea · Harrison yea
motion by Supervisor Nussbaum, and seconded, to call the question. Vote on Call the Question: AYES: 25; NAYES: 8 – Nichols, Borchart, Horan, Norton, Schellenger Buck, Gustafson and Harrison; ABSTAIN…
8 yea · 1 abstain
Defferding yea · Nussbaum yea · Robinson yea · Floam yea · Hanson yea · Gustafson yea · Zastera yea · Miller yea · Albrecht abstain
Motion by Supervisor Zastera, seconded by Supervisor Norton, to have hard copies of these documents for next year's budget session. FAILED BY VOICE VOTE. Vote on Amendment:
13 yea
Eisen yea · Wise yea · Stafford yea · Gabert yea · Binder yea · Gordon yea · Ponzer yea · Zellmer yea · Buck yea · Powers yea · Cox yea · Farrey yea · Egan yea
Motion by Supervisor Nichols, seconded by Supervisor Cox, to adopt. Vote on Amendment:
6 yea
Borchart yea · Gabert yea · Gordon yea · Norton yea · Powers yea · Egan yea
Tue Nov 1, 2022 · 18:00

County Board of Supervisors

County Board continues 2023 budget review with 21 departments

The Winnebago County Board will continue its presentation of the 2023 Annual Budget, reviewing 21 departments including the Sheriff's Office, Highway Department, and Public Health. The meeting includes public comment time and is accessible via Zoom.

✓ Decided: Winnebago County Board adopts 2023 Annual Budget

The County Board of Supervisors approved the 2023 Annual Budget as amended. Several budget amendments were passed, including funding for building assessments and emergency equipment, while multiple proposals to add or eliminate staff positions were denied.

🗳️ How they voted (16 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion by Supervisor Floam, seconded by Supervisor Ellenberger, to call the question. This motion was withdrawn. Vote on Amendment to Suspend Rule 11.6 for the 2023 Budget Session:
9 yea
Eisen yea · Wise yea · Albrecht yea · Swan yea · Ponzer yea · Norton yea · Powers yea · Egan yea · Nelson yea
Motion by Supervisor Defferding, seconded by Supervisor Schellenger, to adopt. Vote on Amendment:
13 yea
Defferding yea · Wise yea · Swan yea · Robinson yea · Gordon yea · Belville yea · Hinz yea · Zellmer yea · Schellenger yea · Buck yea · Powers yea · Hanson yea · Farrey yea
Motion by Supervisor Norton, seconded by Supervisor Harrison, to adopt. Vote on Amendment:
30 yea
Borchart yea · Eisen yea · Wise yea · Binder yea · Gordon yea · Ponzer yea · Norton yea · Zellmer yea · Schellenger yea · Buck yea · Powers yea · Harrison yea · Egan yea · Beem yea · Defferding yea · Ellenberger yea · Nussbaum yea · Stafford yea · Albrecht yea · Swan yea · Robinson yea · Floam yea · Belville yea · Hinz yea · Hanson yea · Gustafson yea · Farrey yea · Zastera yea · Nelson yea · Miller yea
motion by Supervisor Defferding, seconded by Supervisor Nussbaum, to call the question. Vote on Call the Question: CARRIED BY VOICE VOTE. Vote on Amendment:
10 yea
Borchart yea · Binder yea · Floam yea · Gordon yea · Ponzer yea · Zellmer yea · Buck yea · Powers yea · Cox yea · Egan yea
Motion by Supervisor Floam, seconded by Supervisor Hanson, to adopt. Vote on Amendment:
15 yea
Horan yea · Defferding yea · Ellenberger yea · Nussbaum yea · Gabert yea · Swan yea · Robinson yea · Floam yea · Hinz yea · Hanson yea · Gustafson yea · Zastera yea · Beem yea · Nelson yea · Miller yea
motion by Supervisor Eisen, seconded by Supervisor Dowling, to call the question. Vote on Call the Question:
1 yea
Harrison yea
motion by Supervisor Eisen, seconded by Supervisor Dowling, to call the question. Vote on Call the Question: AYES: 33, NAYES: 2 – Schellenger and Harrison; ABSTAIN: 0, ABSENT: 1 – Youngquist. PASSED…
9 yea
Borchart yea · Wise yea · Binder yea · Gordon yea · Norton yea · Schellenger yea · Buck yea · Powers yea · Harrison yea
motion by Supervisor Eisen, seconded by Supervisor Dowling, to call the question. Vote on Call the Question: AYES: 33, NAYES: 2 – Schellenger and Harrison; ABSTAIN: 0, ABSENT: 1 – Youngquist. PASSED…
33 yea
Borchart yea · Horan yea · Defferding yea · Stafford yea · Albrecht yea · Gabert yea · Swan yea · Norton yea · Hinz yea · Schellenger yea · Gustafson yea · Harrison yea · Egan yea · Beem yea · Miller yea · Eisen yea · Ellenberger yea · Wise yea · Nussbaum yea · Binder yea · Robinson yea · Floam yea · Gordon yea · Ponzer yea · Belville yea · Zellmer yea · Buck yea · Powers yea · Hanson yea · Cox yea · Farrey yea · Zastera yea · Nelson yea
Motion by Supervisor Norton, seconded by Supervisor Gordon to adopt. Vote on Amendment:
14 yea
Borchart yea · Eisen yea · Wise yea · Binder yea · Gordon yea · Ponzer yea · Norton yea · Zellmer yea · Schellenger yea · Buck yea · Powers yea · Cox yea · Harrison yea · Egan yea
Motion by Supervisor Schellenger, seconded by Supervisor Powers, to adopt. Vote on Amendment:
16 yea
Borchart yea · Horan yea · Albrecht yea · Binder yea · Gordon yea · Ponzer yea · Belville yea · Norton yea · Zellmer yea · Schellenger yea · Buck yea · Powers yea · Cox yea · Farrey yea · Harrison yea · Egan yea
Motion by Supervisor Cox, seconded by Supervisor Nichols, to adopt. Supervisor Nichols clarified that her second to the motion was to move forward for discussion only. Supervisor Nussbaum requested a…
2 yea
Gordon yea · Powers yea
Motion by Supervisor Binder, seconded by Supervisor Powers, to adopt. Vote on Amendment:
14 yea
Borchart yea · Eisen yea · Wise yea · Binder yea · Ponzer yea · Belville yea · Hinz yea · Zellmer yea · Buck yea · Powers yea · Cox yea · Farrey yea · Harrison yea · Egan yea
motion by Supervisor Nussbaum, and seconded, to call the question. Vote on Call the Question:
6 yea
Borchart yea · Horan yea · Norton yea · Schellenger Buck yea · Gustafson yea · Harrison yea
motion by Supervisor Nussbaum, and seconded, to call the question. Vote on Call the Question: AYES: 25; NAYES: 8 – Nichols, Borchart, Horan, Norton, Schellenger Buck, Gustafson and Harrison; ABSTAIN…
8 yea · 1 abstain
Defferding yea · Nussbaum yea · Robinson yea · Floam yea · Hanson yea · Gustafson yea · Zastera yea · Miller yea · Albrecht abstain
Motion by Supervisor Zastera, seconded by Supervisor Norton, to have hard copies of these documents for next year's budget session. FAILED BY VOICE VOTE. Vote on Amendment:
13 yea
Eisen yea · Wise yea · Stafford yea · Gabert yea · Binder yea · Gordon yea · Ponzer yea · Zellmer yea · Buck yea · Powers yea · Cox yea · Farrey yea · Egan yea
Motion by Supervisor Nichols, seconded by Supervisor Cox, to adopt. Vote on Amendment:
6 yea
Borchart yea · Gabert yea · Gordon yea · Norton yea · Powers yea · Egan yea
Mon Oct 31, 2022 · 18:00

County Board of Supervisors

County Board to adopt 2023 annual budget after presentation

The Winnebago County Board will hold a public hearing and vote on Resolution 126-102022 to adopt the 2023 Annual Budget. County Executive Jon Doemel will present the budget covering departments including County Executive, Corporation Counsel, County Clerk, Treasurer, Coroner, and Administration. The meeting also includes correspondence from Sawyer County regarding private funding of election administration.

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✓ Decided: Winnebago County Board adopts 2023 annual budget

The County Board of Supervisors approved the 2023 annual budget as amended. Several budget amendments were passed to fund building assessments, emergency equipment, and health department grants, while multiple proposals to add or cut positions were rejected.

🗳️ How they voted (16 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion by Supervisor Floam, seconded by Supervisor Ellenberger, to call the question. This motion was withdrawn. Vote on Amendment to Suspend Rule 11.6 for the 2023 Budget Session:
9 yea
Eisen yea · Wise yea · Albrecht yea · Swan yea · Ponzer yea · Norton yea · Powers yea · Egan yea · Nelson yea
Motion by Supervisor Defferding, seconded by Supervisor Schellenger, to adopt. Vote on Amendment:
13 yea
Defferding yea · Wise yea · Swan yea · Robinson yea · Gordon yea · Belville yea · Hinz yea · Zellmer yea · Schellenger yea · Buck yea · Powers yea · Hanson yea · Farrey yea
Motion by Supervisor Norton, seconded by Supervisor Harrison, to adopt. Vote on Amendment:
30 yea
Borchart yea · Eisen yea · Wise yea · Binder yea · Gordon yea · Ponzer yea · Norton yea · Zellmer yea · Schellenger yea · Buck yea · Powers yea · Harrison yea · Egan yea · Beem yea · Defferding yea · Ellenberger yea · Nussbaum yea · Stafford yea · Albrecht yea · Swan yea · Robinson yea · Floam yea · Belville yea · Hinz yea · Hanson yea · Gustafson yea · Farrey yea · Zastera yea · Nelson yea · Miller yea
motion by Supervisor Defferding, seconded by Supervisor Nussbaum, to call the question. Vote on Call the Question: CARRIED BY VOICE VOTE. Vote on Amendment:
10 yea
Borchart yea · Binder yea · Floam yea · Gordon yea · Ponzer yea · Zellmer yea · Buck yea · Powers yea · Cox yea · Egan yea
Motion by Supervisor Floam, seconded by Supervisor Hanson, to adopt. Vote on Amendment:
15 yea
Horan yea · Defferding yea · Ellenberger yea · Nussbaum yea · Gabert yea · Swan yea · Robinson yea · Floam yea · Hinz yea · Hanson yea · Gustafson yea · Zastera yea · Beem yea · Nelson yea · Miller yea
motion by Supervisor Eisen, seconded by Supervisor Dowling, to call the question. Vote on Call the Question:
1 yea
Harrison yea
motion by Supervisor Eisen, seconded by Supervisor Dowling, to call the question. Vote on Call the Question: AYES: 33, NAYES: 2 – Schellenger and Harrison; ABSTAIN: 0, ABSENT: 1 – Youngquist. PASSED…
9 yea
Borchart yea · Wise yea · Binder yea · Gordon yea · Norton yea · Schellenger yea · Buck yea · Powers yea · Harrison yea
motion by Supervisor Eisen, seconded by Supervisor Dowling, to call the question. Vote on Call the Question: AYES: 33, NAYES: 2 – Schellenger and Harrison; ABSTAIN: 0, ABSENT: 1 – Youngquist. PASSED…
33 yea
Borchart yea · Horan yea · Defferding yea · Stafford yea · Albrecht yea · Gabert yea · Swan yea · Norton yea · Hinz yea · Schellenger yea · Gustafson yea · Harrison yea · Egan yea · Beem yea · Miller yea · Eisen yea · Ellenberger yea · Wise yea · Nussbaum yea · Binder yea · Robinson yea · Floam yea · Gordon yea · Ponzer yea · Belville yea · Zellmer yea · Buck yea · Powers yea · Hanson yea · Cox yea · Farrey yea · Zastera yea · Nelson yea
Motion by Supervisor Norton, seconded by Supervisor Gordon to adopt. Vote on Amendment:
14 yea
Borchart yea · Eisen yea · Wise yea · Binder yea · Gordon yea · Ponzer yea · Norton yea · Zellmer yea · Schellenger yea · Buck yea · Powers yea · Cox yea · Harrison yea · Egan yea
Motion by Supervisor Schellenger, seconded by Supervisor Powers, to adopt. Vote on Amendment:
16 yea
Borchart yea · Horan yea · Albrecht yea · Binder yea · Gordon yea · Ponzer yea · Belville yea · Norton yea · Zellmer yea · Schellenger yea · Buck yea · Powers yea · Cox yea · Farrey yea · Harrison yea · Egan yea
Motion by Supervisor Cox, seconded by Supervisor Nichols, to adopt. Supervisor Nichols clarified that her second to the motion was to move forward for discussion only. Supervisor Nussbaum requested a…
2 yea
Gordon yea · Powers yea
Motion by Supervisor Binder, seconded by Supervisor Powers, to adopt. Vote on Amendment:
14 yea
Borchart yea · Eisen yea · Wise yea · Binder yea · Ponzer yea · Belville yea · Hinz yea · Zellmer yea · Buck yea · Powers yea · Cox yea · Farrey yea · Harrison yea · Egan yea
motion by Supervisor Nussbaum, and seconded, to call the question. Vote on Call the Question:
6 yea
Borchart yea · Horan yea · Norton yea · Schellenger Buck yea · Gustafson yea · Harrison yea
motion by Supervisor Nussbaum, and seconded, to call the question. Vote on Call the Question: AYES: 25; NAYES: 8 – Nichols, Borchart, Horan, Norton, Schellenger Buck, Gustafson and Harrison; ABSTAIN…
8 yea · 1 abstain
Defferding yea · Nussbaum yea · Robinson yea · Floam yea · Hanson yea · Gustafson yea · Zastera yea · Miller yea · Albrecht abstain
Motion by Supervisor Zastera, seconded by Supervisor Norton, to have hard copies of these documents for next year's budget session. FAILED BY VOICE VOTE. Vote on Amendment:
13 yea
Eisen yea · Wise yea · Stafford yea · Gabert yea · Binder yea · Gordon yea · Ponzer yea · Zellmer yea · Buck yea · Powers yea · Cox yea · Farrey yea · Egan yea
Motion by Supervisor Nichols, seconded by Supervisor Cox, to adopt. Vote on Amendment:
6 yea
Borchart yea · Gabert yea · Gordon yea · Norton yea · Powers yea · Egan yea
Wed Oct 26, 2022 · 13:00

ARPA Strategy and Outcomes Commission

ARPA funds and strategic planning discussed

The commission will hear a presentation on priority-based budgeting, discuss a resolution to transfer $175,000 for strategic planning services, and consider potential uses of ARPA funds for county internal projects and community projects.

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✓ Decided: Commission approves ARPA fund allocation percentages and strategic planning resolution

The Commission approved a plan to divide ARPA funds between internal county projects and community initiatives. It also approved a resolution to transfer $175,000 for the development of a priority-based budgeting system.

Wed Oct 26, 2022 · 15:00

Facilities & Property Management Committee

Committee to vote on $1M Shelter Care purchase and $175K chiller replacement

The Facilities & Property Management Committee will consider two major capital items: a $700,000 purchase plus $300,000 in renovations for the Shelter Care Facility at 2831 Harrison Street, Oshkosh, and a $175,000 chiller replacement at the Neenah Human Services Building. Both would be funded by a transfer from undesignated funds or an advance from the general fund, to be reimbursed with a subsequent bond issue. The committee will also discuss an easement for WPS at the Park View Training Center and receive a director’s report on maintenance projects and the department budget.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves $1M plan to purchase and renovate Shelter Care Facility

The committee approved the $700,000 purchase and $300,000 renovation of a youth shelter care facility at 2831 Harrison Street. Additional approvals were granted for HVAC replacements at the Neenah Human Services Building and a utility easement. Funding for the facility and HVAC projects will come from Undesignated Funds or a General Fund advance to be reimbursed by a bond issue.

Tue Oct 25, 2022 · 08:00

Board of Adjustment - VIEWING

Board of Adjustment to hear two variance requests on Oct 25

The Winnebago County Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on two variance applications. The meeting is also posted as a Facilities & Property Management Committee meeting. The board may take action on these items after the hearing.

✓ Decided: Board of Adjustment held public hearings on two floodplain fill variances

The Board heard variance requests regarding substandard floodplain fill requirements for properties in the Town of Neenah and Town of Oshkosh. The minutes do not record a final decision or vote on either variance request.

Tue Oct 25, 2022 · 15:00

Winnebago County Housing Authority

Board to vote on 2023 budget, utility allowances, and HCV payment standards

The Winnebago County Housing Authority will meet to consider several resolutions for 2023, including the budget, utility allowance schedule, passbook rate, and HCV payment standards. The board will also review financial reports, the executive director's updates on programs and properties, and discuss the November meeting date.

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✓ Decided: Housing Authority approves revised utility allowances and 2023 payment standards

The Winnebago County Housing Authority approved several administrative resolutions, including updated utility allowances and asset income rates for 2023. The board also voted to follow CDC guidelines for COVID-19 exposures. The 2023 budget review was tabled until the November meeting.

Tue Oct 25, 2022 · 18:30

Planning & Zoning Committee - PUBLIC HEARING

Planning & Zoning Board to hold public hearing on two conditional use permits and a zoning map amendment

The Winnebago County Planning and Zoning Board will meet on October 25, 2022, to hold a public hearing on three items: a conditional use permit for Green Meadow Enterprises LLC, and a conditional use permit and zoning map amendment for Storage in Black Wolf LLC, both adjourned from an August 30 hearing.

✓ Decided: Planning & Zoning Committee held public hearings on three land use requests

The committee conducted public hearings for two conditional use permits and one zoning map amendment. The minutes do not record any final votes or decisions on these requests.

Mon Oct 24, 2022 · 08:00

Parks Commission

Parks Committee to set 2023-2025 Sunnyview Expo utility fees

The Winnebago County Parks & Recreation Committee will discuss and decide on 2023-2025 utility fees for the Sunnyview Expo, review the 2023-2027 Parks Capital Improvement Plan, and discuss results of a County Board survey on parks and recreation.

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✓ Decided: Parks Commission approves 2023-2025 Sunnyview Expo utility fee schedule

The Winnebago County Parks Commission voted 5-0 to adopt a new tiered utility fee schedule for the Sunnyview Expo Center for 2023-2025, replacing the previous flat rate. The committee also reviewed the 2023-2027 Capital Improvement Plan, which includes projects at Grundman Boat Landing, Waukau Dam, and Expo Center Phase 2, and discussed a county board survey on parks.

Fri Oct 21, 2022 · 07:30

Planning & Zoning Committee - VIEWING

Planning & Zoning Committee to review two conditional use items

The Winnebago County Planning & Zoning Committee will consider a conditional use application for Green Meadow Enterprises LLC and conduct an on-site inspection of a previously approved conditional use for Timothy Zillges et al.

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✓ Decided: Committee views two properties for conditional use permits

The Planning & Zoning Committee conducted site visits for two conditional use permit applications: Green Meadow Enterprises LLC at 4304 County Rd N in the Town of Nekimi, and a property at 3956 Reighmoor Rd in the Town of Omro (previously associated with Matt Ziegenhagen et al, now Timothy Zillges et al). No votes or decisions were recorded; the meeting was purely observational.

Fri Oct 21, 2022 · 07:30

Board of Health

Winnebago County Board of Health to review 2022 income and 2023 budget

The board will hear a director and staff update, review the 2022 income statement, and discuss the 2023 budget. An overview of the COVID-19 and monkeypox response is also on the agenda, along with an Environmental Health Division overview.

✓ Decided: Board of Health approves previous meeting minutes, discusses budget

The Winnebago County Board of Health approved the minutes from the previous meeting unanimously. The board discussed the 2023 budget, including a proposed Deputy Health Director position and two amendments for additional funding. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting was primarily informational.

Thu Oct 20, 2022 · 07:30

Board of Adjustment - DELIBERATIVE

Board of Adjustment to hear two variance requests in Town of Neenah and Town of Oshkosh

The Winnebago County Board of Adjustment will hold a deliberative meeting to consider two variance applications. The board may take up any agenda item at any time after the meeting starts.

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✓ Decided: Board views two variance properties, no decisions made

The Board of Adjustment conducted property viewings for two variance applications at 164 Rickers Bay Rd and 3061 Bellaire Ln. No votes or decisions were taken; the meeting was purely deliberative and adjourned after the viewings.

Thu Oct 20, 2022 · 09:00

UW Education, Extension & Agriculture Committee

UW Education, Extension & Agriculture Committee to discuss 2023 budget and hear program reports

The committee will hear the 2023 budget proposal and updates from UW Division of Extension programs, including financial education. They will also discuss upcoming extension events at the County Board meeting and receive a Scholarship Task Force update. The meeting includes public comment and approval of prior minutes.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves 2023 budget, hears educator reports

The committee approved the September 2022 minutes and received updates on Extension programs including financial education, a new horticulture educator, and the 2023 budget proposal. No public comments or substantive decisions were made beyond routine approvals.

Thu Oct 20, 2022 · 15:30

Park View Health Center Committee

Park View Health Center Committee to vote on wage increases and $40K tuition program

The Park View Health Center Committee will discuss and vote on several financial and operational items, including a $40,000 tuition reimbursement program for 2023, wage increases for casual call RNs, LPNs, and CNAs, and renewal of COVID hazard pay. The committee will also receive a financial report and an update on the COVID-19 outbreak and average daily census.

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✓ Decided: Park View Health Center Committee approves new vice chair, COVID hazard pay renewal, and incentive revision

The committee approved a new vice chair (Supervisor Maribeth Gabert), renewed COVID hazard pay resolution #282-022200, and approved an incentive revision of resolution #65-062022, all by 5-0 voice votes. No public comment was received. Several informational reports and discussions were held, including a $40,000 tuition reimbursement program and wage increases for casual call staff.

Wed Oct 19, 2022 · 09:00

Solid Waste Management Board

Solid Waste Board to discuss Snell Road Landfill groundwater claim and social media apps

The board will consider a claim related to groundwater drawdown at the Snell Road Landfill and discuss the department's social media and Betterbin applications. A closed session is scheduled to negotiate a power purchase agreement. The director will also report on department operations.

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✓ Decided: Solid Waste Board discusses social media and Betterbin app

The board heard a presentation on the Solid Waste Department's social media platforms and the new Betterbin recycling app. No action was taken on a notice of claim regarding a groundwater drawdown event at the Snell Road Landfill. The board also received a director's report on department operations, including repairs and landfill gas operations.

Tue Oct 18, 2022 · 09:00

Personnel & Finance Committee

Committee to vote on awarding $6M general obligation promissory notes sale

The Personnel & Finance Committee will consider a resolution to award the sale of $6,000,000 in General Obligation Promissory Notes. This is the only substantive item on the agenda; the rest is procedural.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves $6M bond sale at 3.8% average rate

The Personnel & Finance Committee approved the sale of $6,000,000 in General Obligation Promissory Notes. The 10-year bonds carry an average interest rate of 3.8%, are fully callable in October 2029, and will close on November 10, 2022. The county's debt service levy rate is projected to fall to $0.51 for 2023.

Tue Oct 18, 2022 · 18:00

County Board of Supervisors

Board to vote on accepting $16.7M in ARPA funds and four rezoning requests

The Winnebago County Board will consider accepting the second tranche of ARPA funds totaling $16,695,459 and recognizing $33,390,918 in lost revenue. The board will also vote on four rezoning requests in the Town of Black Wolf, a $6 million bond sale, and multiple budget transfers for capital projects at Park View Health Center and UWO-Fox Cities.

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✓ Decided: County accepts $16.7M ARPA funds, designates $33.4M as lost revenue

The board voted 27-9 to accept the second $16.7 million tranche of ARPA funds and 27-7 to designate the entire $33.4 million allocation as replacement for lost public sector revenue, allowing flexible use for general government services. A motion to refer the lost-revenue resolution back to the ARPA Commission failed 6-30. The board also approved $6 million in general obligation promissory notes for road and airport projects, zoning changes in the Town of Black Wolf, and various budget transfers and grants.

🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion by Supervisor Farrey, seconded by Supervisor Ellenberger to adopt. Per Corporation Counsel, Mary Anne Mueller, this resolution requires a Majority Vote not two-thirds of full membership as…
8 yea
Defferding yea · Nussbaum yea · Stafford yea · Robinson yea · Floam yea · Hinz yea · Hanson yea · Gustafson yea
motion by Supervisor Eisen, seconded by Supervisor Cox to refer this resolution back to the ARPA Commission to allow the newly appointed Director of Finance be included with discussions and…
5 yea
Eisen yea · Wise yea · Stafford yea · Albrecht yea · Buck yea
motion by Supervisor Nichols, seconded by Supervisor Norton to amend this resolution on line 31 to read as follows: "revenue will await further action by the Board upon recommendations f rom the ARPA…
6 yea · 1 abstain
Eisen yea · Defferding yea · Albrecht yea · Binder yea · Norton yea · Schellenger yea · Robinson abstain
Motion by Supervisor Buck, seconded by Supervisor Gordon to adopt. Vote on Resolution:
5 yea
Defferding yea · Nussbaum yea · Hanson yea · Farrey yea · Zastera yea
Motion by Supervisor Youngquist, seconded by Supervisor Norton to adopt. Vote on Resolution:
12 yea
Defferding yea · Nussbaum yea · Stafford yea · Gabert yea · Swan yea · Robinson yea · Floam yea · Belville yea · Hinz yea · Hanson yea · Gustafson yea · Zastera yea
motion by Supervisor Eisen and second, to call the question. Vote on Call the Question:
5 yea
Floam yea · Schellenger yea · Hanson yea · Gustafson yea · Zastera yea
Mon Oct 17, 2022 · 16:30

Highway Committee

Highway Committee to discuss County Rd. E, truck rebid, and winter lot maintenance

The Highway Committee will discuss several road and equipment items, including County Rd. E, a jurisdictional transfer of County Rd. T and Pioneer Road, a rebid for cancelled trucks, and winter maintenance of county parking lots. They will also vote on a $2,344.50 budget transfer to purchase a P1 player.

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✓ Decided: Highway Committee approves $2,832 budget transfer for employee-information display system

The committee unanimously approved a budget transfer of $2,832.44 from contingency funds to purchase a P1 information-display unit for the lunchroom. No action was taken on drainage issues at CTH E locations, the CTH FF/Zoar Road intersection project, or winter maintenance of county parking lots; those items were discussed only. The jurisdictional transfer for County Rd. T/Pioneer Road was referred back to Corporation Counsel for editing.

Wed Oct 12, 2022 · 18:00

County Board of Supervisors

Public meeting on proposed Wittman Regional Airport Zoning Code update

The City of Oshkosh and Winnebago County are holding a public informational meeting to present a proposed update to the Wittman Regional Airport Zoning Code. The body will gather public feedback on changes intended to provide more flexibility for compatible land uses near the airport.

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Mon Oct 10, 2022 · 11:00

Veterans Service Commission

Veterans Service Commission to review emergency relief grant applications

The commission will meet to review personal, financial, and medical information to determine the distribution of emergency relief grants. This portion of the meeting will be conducted in a closed session. The body will also accept a financial report and discuss legislative updates.

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✓ Decided: Veterans commission approves agenda, minutes, financial report; enters closed session

The Winnebago County Veterans Service Commission met on October 10, 2022, and approved the meeting agenda, the September 12, 2022 minutes, and the October 10, 2022 financial report, all unanimously. The commission also entered closed session to discuss applications involving personal histories, as allowed by state statute, and returned to open session. No substantive decisions were made beyond these approvals and procedural actions.

Fri Oct 7, 2022 · 07:30

Planning & Zoning Committee - DELIBERATIVE

Planning & Zoning Committee to review permit for 4016 Knapp St

The Planning & Zoning Committee is meeting to deliberate on a specific land use request. The session also serves as a meeting for the Aviation Committee.

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✓ Decided: Conditional use permit approved for airport at 4016 Knapp St

The committee approved a conditional use permit for Blue Sky Property Holdings, LLC to develop an airport at 4016 Knapp St in the Town of Nekimi. The approval includes conditions requiring a property viewing in June 2023 and fencing along all lot lines not owned by the applicant. The motion carried 5-0.

Fri Oct 7, 2022 · 07:45

Planning & Zoning Committee - PLANNING

Committee to review 2023 Planning and Land Records budgets

The Planning and Zoning Committee will review proposed 2023 budgets for the Planning Department and Land Records Modernization. The body will also consider forwarding town zoning changes to the County Board.

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✓ Decided: Committee forwards four Black Wolf zoning changes to County Board

The Planning & Zoning Committee approved forwarding four Town of Black Wolf zoning changes (Pucker, Paul, Werner, Storage in Black Wolf LLC) to the County Board. The committee also reviewed the proposed 2023 Planning Department and Land Records Modernization budgets, which include a flat/zero percent increase and proposed fee increases for zoning permits and POWTS maintenance. Minutes from previous meetings were approved 5-0.

Thu Oct 6, 2022 · 07:30

Board of Adjustment

Winnebago County Board of Adjustment meetings cancelled

The Board of Adjustment meetings scheduled for September 22, September 27, and October 6, 2022, are cancelled. This is due to a lack of items for the September Public Hearing.

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Thu Oct 6, 2022 · 09:00

Land Conservation Committee

Land Conservation Committee to review wildlife programs and water quality grants

The Land Conservation Committee is meeting to approve budgets and crop prices for wildlife damage programs. The body will also review cost-share agreements for well abandonment and wetland restoration projects.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves crop prices, budgets, and cost-share agreements

The Land Conservation Committee approved several items including 2022 crop prices for wildlife damage reimbursement, the 2023 WDACP budget, participation in the 2023 Deer Donation Program, an AIS cooperative agreement with Fox-Wolf Watershed Alliance, and four cost-share agreements for well abandonment and wetland restoration projects. All votes were 6-0. The committee also received updates on construction cost overruns, a reduced USDA award, and a feed leachate spill investigation.

Thu Oct 6, 2022 · 09:00

Personnel & Finance Committee

Personnel & Finance Committee to review budget transfers and grants

The committee will consider several budget transfers for facility repairs and equipment, including items for Park View Health Center and UWO-Fox Cities. The body will also review executive budgets for multiple departments and authorize the acceptance of state and federal grants for the Sheriff's Office.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves airport hangar lease amendment with NewView Technologies

The Winnebago County Personnel & Finance Committee approved a lease amendment with NewView Technologies for hangar K-819, reducing the leased ground area from 14,250 to 5,750 square feet. The committee also approved multiple budget transfers, including $29,600 for a dishwasher and $87,924 for water heaters at Park View Health Center, and authorized grant acceptances for the Sheriff's Office and a transportation study. All votes were unanimous except for a 3-1 vote on extending seven health department project employees.

Wed Oct 5, 2022 · 08:00

Aviation Committee

Aviation Committee to discuss airport zoning and hangar project

The Aviation Committee is meeting to receive reports on airport operations and the EAA. The Deputy Director will provide updates on the Airport Zoning Code and the East GA Hangar Project.

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✓ Decided: Aviation Committee reviews airport projects, defers zoning update

The committee approved the September minutes (3-0) and received updates on the East GA Hangar Project (bids opened, lowest bidders identified), tower window replacement, self-serve fuel pump installation, and hangar repainting. The airport zoning code update was deferred to the next meeting for further review.

Wed Oct 5, 2022 · 09:00

Solid Waste Management Board

Board to discuss Snell Road Landfill notice of claim

The Solid Waste Management Board will meet to discuss and take action regarding a notice of claim for a groundwater drawdown event at the Snell Road Landfill. This includes a closed session to confer with legal counsel on litigation strategy.

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✓ Decided: Board authorizes continued litigation over Snell Road Landfill claim

The Solid Waste Management Board voted 6-0 to authorize DeWitt Law Firm to continue litigation and submit correspondence to AECOM regarding the Snell Road Landfill Notice of Claim for Groundwater Drawdown Event. The board also approved the agenda and prior meeting minutes unanimously. No public comments or future agenda items were presented.

Mon Oct 3, 2022 · 14:00

Human Services Board

Board considers $1 million purchase and renovation of 2831 Harrison Street

The Winnebago County Human Services Board will consider the purchase and renovation of a property in Oshkosh. The meeting also includes a child welfare program overview and reports on inpatient and institutional placement statistics.

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✓ Decided: Board approves $1M purchase and renovation of Oshkosh shelter care facility

The board unanimously approved the purchase of 2831 Harrison Street, Oshkosh for $700,000 plus $300,000 in renovations, funded by a general fund transfer or advance to be reimbursed by a bond issue. The property will serve as the county's shelter care facility, replacing a prior contract with Lutheran Social Services. Staff also received a child welfare overview, financial report showing a $3.6 million projected surplus, and updates on ARPA grant-funded technology improvements.

Mon Oct 3, 2022 · 18:00

Judiciary & Public Safety Committee

Committee to review 2023 budgets for multiple public safety and legal departments

The Judiciary & Public Safety Committee will hear 2023 budget presentations from several county departments. The meeting includes a report from the Sheriff and an update from the Coroner's Office.

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✓ Decided: Committee hears 2023 budget presentations from 8 county departments

The committee received 2023 budget presentations from the Register of Deeds, Corporation Counsel, County Clerk, Veterans Department, Child Support Agency, Emergency Management, Coroner, Clerk of Courts, and District Attorney. No votes were taken on the budgets. The Sheriff reported a jail count of 223 and a boat house project expected to be completed by spring 2023. The Coroner reported 27 confirmed overdose deaths and a new 3-year bereavement program starting in February.

Thu Sep 29, 2022 · 19:00

Winnebago County Drainage Board - Larsen Drainage District

Larsen Drainage District to hold annual meeting on September 29

The Winnebago County Drainage Board is meeting to conduct annual business for the Larsen Drainage District. The board will discuss financial reports, tax assessment rates, and specific maintenance projects.

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✓ Decided: Larsen Drainage Board approves 10% tax assessment increase for 2022

The board approved a 10% increase in tax assessment rates for 2022, raising fees for parcels with and without improvements, per-acre charges, and flat fees for the sanitary district and Northeast Asphalt. The vote was 4-1, with Board Member Sleik dissenting. The board also approved a contract for clerical services with Holly Stevens and accepted the annual inspection and financial report.

Wed Sep 28, 2022 · 15:00

Facilities & Property Management Committee

Committee to approve $87,924 transfer for water heaters at Park View Health Center

The Winnebago County Facilities & Property Management Committee will meet to discuss and potentially approve a budget transfer of $87,924 from the General Fund to replace three water heaters at Park View Health Center. The agenda also includes an easement request from American Transmission Company at the county maintenance facility, discussion of ownership at UWO-Fox Cities, and updates on the King Building Mother's Room, the 2023 facilities budget, and the 980 Housing Project.

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✓ Decided: Approved $87,924 budget transfer for water heater replacements at Park View Health Center

The committee approved a budget transfer of $87,924 from the General Fund to replace three water heaters at Park View Health Center, as one has a leak and parts are no longer available. Also approved was an easement request from American Transmission Company at the county maintenance facility, with compensation of $1,500. Both motions passed unanimously.

Tue Sep 27, 2022 · 07:30

Board of Adjustment

No Board of Adjustment meetings scheduled for September

There are no items on the agenda for the upcoming public hearing. Consequently, all scheduled meetings for September and October have been cancelled.

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Tue Sep 27, 2022 · 13:00

ARPA Strategy and Outcomes Commission

Commission considers acceptance of $16.7 million in ARPA funds

The ARPA Strategy and Outcomes Commission is meeting to consider resolutions regarding the acceptance and recognition of federal recovery funds. The body will also discuss how to divide these funds between internal county uses and community projects.

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✓ Decided: County accepts $16.7M ARPA tranche, lost-revenue plan approved 6-2

The commission voted unanimously to accept the second ARPA tranche of $16,695,459. A separate resolution to treat $33,390,816 in ARPA funds as lost revenue replacement passed 6-2, with concerns about regulatory evasion. A $175,000 transfer for strategic planning was postponed to the next meeting.

Tue Sep 27, 2022 · 18:30

Planning & Zoning Committee - PUBLIC HEARING

Public hearing for conditional use permit at 4016 Knapp St

The Planning and Zoning Committee is holding a public hearing to consider a request from Blue Sky Property Holdings, LLC. The meeting is also posted as an Aviation Committee meeting.

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✓ Decided: Public hearing held on conditional use permit for EAA airport

The committee held a public hearing on a request by Blue Sky Property Holdings, LLC for a conditional use permit to develop an airport at 4016 Knapp St, Town of Nekimi. The site would be used for airplane parking and camping for sixteen consecutive days during the EAA event, with no public access and no vehicles or planes crossing Knapp St. No decision was made at the hearing; the item was only discussed.

Mon Sep 26, 2022 · 08:00

Parks Commission

Parks Commission to discuss BMX contract and land acquisition

The Parks & Recreation Committee will conduct a site visit at the Sunnyview Expo Center and discuss a BMX contract for 2022–2027. The body will also consider a notice of intent to acquire a WI DOT parcel adjacent to the WIOUWASH Trail.

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✓ Decided: Parks committee approves 5-year BMX contract, DOT land bid

The committee unanimously approved a five-year use agreement with Winnebagoland BMX at Sunnyview Expo Center and authorized a letter of intent to acquire a DOT parcel adjacent to the WIOUWASH Trail for a parking lot. Members also approved the August 22 meeting minutes and heard updates on park tree planting, new events, and the 2023 budget.

Mon Sep 26, 2022 · 16:30

Highway Committee

Highway Committee discusses road projects and 2023 equipment budget

The Highway Committee will discuss several road project updates and a drainage issue in the Town of Nepeuskun. The committee is also scheduled to review the proposed 2023 equipment budget.

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✓ Decided: Highway Committee approves jurisdictional transfer of road segments

The committee approved a resolution to transfer jurisdiction and maintenance of a segment of CTH "T" to the Town of Clayton and accept a segment of Pioneer Road from the town. Updates were provided on the CTH CB/JJ Roundabout project (nearly complete) and the CTH T/Pioneer Road project (contractor behind schedule, facing potential fines). The committee also reviewed proposed equipment purchases totaling $1,515,000 for the 2023 budget and discussed ongoing staffing shortages and equipment issues.

Fri Sep 23, 2022 · 07:30

Planning & Zoning Committee - VIEWING

Planning & Zoning Committee to review permit for 4016 Knapp St

The Planning & Zoning Committee is meeting to conduct a viewing agenda. The body will consider a conditional use permit for a property in the Town of Nekimi.

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✓ Decided: Planning & Zoning Committee views property for conditional use permit

The committee viewed one property, 4016 Knapp St in the Town of Nekimi, for a conditional use permit application by Blue Sky Property Holdings, LLC. No decisions were made; the meeting was solely a site viewing.

Thu Sep 22, 2022 · 07:30

Board of Adjustment

No Board of Adjustment items scheduled for September

There are no items on the agenda for the upcoming public hearing. Consequently, all scheduled meetings for September and October have been cancelled.

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Wed Sep 21, 2022 · 09:00

Solid Waste Management Board

Solid Waste Management Board discusses 2023 budget and fund allocations

The Solid Waste Management Board will meet to consider the 2023 Solid Waste Department Budget. The board will also discuss 2022 Retained Earnings Fund Allocations and receive a report on department operations.

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✓ Decided: Solid Waste Board approves 2023 budget with $1.5M deficit

The Winnebago County Solid Waste Management Board unanimously approved the 2023 Solid Waste Department budget, which projects a $1,498,225 deficit to be covered by retained earnings. The board also approved a $34 million retained earnings fund allocation for future projects including landfill siting, gas system upgrades, and PFAS impacts. Both motions passed 8-0.

Tue Sep 20, 2022 · 09:00

Personnel & Finance Committee

Committee to consider borrowing up to $6 million

The Personnel & Finance Committee is meeting to discuss a resolution regarding county borrowing. The body will consider authorizing the issuance and sale of general obligation promissory notes.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves $6M borrowing for county obligations

The Personnel & Finance Committee approved a resolution authorizing borrowing up to $6,000,000 and issuing general obligation promissory notes. The committee also amended the resolution to correct the vote requirement from three-quarters of those present to three-quarters of members. Both the amendment and the resolution passed by voice vote with all members voting aye.

Tue Sep 20, 2022 · 18:00

County Board of Supervisors

Winnebago County Board considers budget, zoning, and capital improvements

The County Board of Supervisors will review several items including a budget introduction and various rezoning requests across multiple towns. The board is also considering financial resolutions regarding borrowing up to $6,000,000 and increasing costs for the Grundman Boat Landing project.

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✓ Decided: Board approves $6M borrowing for roads, airport, and Grundman Boat Landing expansion

The Winnebago County Board approved borrowing up to $6 million for road and airport hangar projects, and added $1.79 million to the Grundman Boat Landing project. A resolution to limit supervisor speaking time to 2 minutes per question passed 22-10. A proposal to allow remote voting for committee members failed on a 16-16 tie.

🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion by Supervisor Norton to amend line 25 by adding the word "citizen" after the word "Any". No second to this motion. A friendly amendment was offered by Supervisor Horan and seconded by…
15 yea · 15 nay
Ellenberger yea · Wise yea · Binder yea · Swan yea · Gordon yea · Ponzer yea · Poeschl yea · Norton yea · Zellmer yea · Buck yea · Powers yea · Younguist yea · Farrey yea · Beem yea · Nelson yea · Eisen nay · Horan nay · Defferding nay · Nussbaum nay · Stafford nay · Albrecht nay · Gabert nay · Floam nay · Hinz nay · Hanson nay · Cox nay · Harrison nay · Zastara nay · Egan nay · Miller nay
The other 8 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Thu Sep 15, 2022 · 09:00

UW Education, Extension & Agriculture Committee

Committee considers dissolving the Diversity Affairs Commission

The UW Education, Extension & Agriculture Committee will review a resolution to dissolve the Diversity Affairs Commission. The body will also discuss the 2023 budget proposal and receive reports from the Winnefox Library Systems and UW Division of Extension.

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✓ Decided: Committee postpones Diversity Affairs Commission dissolution vote

The committee voted 4-1 to postpone discussion and dissolution of the Diversity Affairs Commission until November, pending a County Board vote on a Diversity Coordinator position. Library directors presented annual reports and 2023 levy requests. Extension staff provided updates on budget, facility repairs, and new hires.

Thu Sep 15, 2022 · 15:30

Park View Health Center Committee

Park View Health Center Committee discusses 2023 budget and water heater funding

The committee is reviewing the 2023 budget submission, including a levy allowance and the use of fund balances. Members will also consider a budget transfer for equipment replacement.

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✓ Decided: Park View Health Center Committee approves $87,924 water heater transfer

The committee approved a $87,924 budget transfer from the General Fund for water heater replacement (5-0). Members also received updates on COVID-19, facility census, staffing, and the training center, and discussed the budget submission to the County Executive.

Mon Sep 12, 2022 · 11:00

Veterans Service Commission

Veterans Service Commission to review emergency relief grant applications

The commission will meet to determine the distribution of emergency relief grants during a closed session. Members will also vote on supporting NACo Operation Green Light for Veterans.

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✓ Decided: Veterans Service Commission approved Operation Green Light support

The Winnebago County Veterans Service Commission voted unanimously to go on record supporting Operation Green Light, a national initiative to honor veterans. The commission also approved the meeting agenda, August 8, 2022 minutes, and financial reports, and went into closed session to discuss confidential applicant information. A new Benefit Specialist was introduced, and the next meeting was scheduled for October 10, 2022.

Mon Sep 12, 2022 · 18:00

Judiciary & Public Safety Committee

Committee considers grants for law enforcement and updates to board rules

The Judiciary & Public Safety Committee will vote on accepting state grants for law enforcement training and equipment. Members will also consider updates to County Board rules and per diem payments for specific commission members.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves per diem for citizen members on county boards

The Judiciary & Public Safety Committee voted 5-0 to amend Winnebago County General Code Section 1.12(10) to provide per diem payments and expense reimbursements to non-supervisors serving on the ARPA Commission and Diversity Affairs Commission, as long as they are not acting within the scope of their employment. The committee also approved a $113,209 state grant for law enforcement training, equipment, and recruitment incentives, and accepted a $15,200 grant carryover from 2021. A resolution to require electronic-only delivery of board materials failed 0-5.

Fri Sep 9, 2022 · 07:30

Planning & Zoning Committee - DELIBERATIVE

Planning and Zoning Committee discusses zoning map amendments

The Planning and Zoning Committee is meeting to consider two zoning map amendments. These items involve property owners in the Town of Nepeuskun and the Town of Neenah.

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✓ Decided: Committee approved two zoning map amendments 5-0

The Winnebago County Planning & Zoning Committee held a deliberative hearing and approved two zoning map amendments. Both amendments were approved unanimously by a 5-0 vote. The first was for Teresa Blade at 2104 Rabbit Trail in the Town of Nepeuskun, and the second was for Troy Dedering at 116 Highland Ct in the Town of Neenah.

Fri Sep 9, 2022 · 07:45

Planning & Zoning Committee - PLANNING

Committee reviews town zoning changes and department budgets

The Planning and Zoning Committee will review several sets of previous meeting minutes. The committee is scheduled to review proposed 2023 budgets for the Planning Department and Land Records Modernization. Members will also review town zoning changes to determine if they should be forwarded to the County Board.

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✓ Decided: Committee forwards four town zoning changes to County Board

The Planning & Zoning Committee approved forwarding zoning changes from the Towns of Wolf River, Nepeuskun, and Utica to the County Board. All four motions passed unanimously 5-0. The committee also approved minutes from eight prior meetings after a correction.

Thu Sep 8, 2022 · 07:30

Board of Adjustment

Winnebago County Board of Adjustment meetings cancelled

There are no items for the August Public Hearing. Consequently, the viewing, public hearing, and deliberative meetings scheduled for August 25, August 30, and September 8 are cancelled.

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Thu Sep 8, 2022 · 08:00

Aviation Committee

Aviation Committee to review hangar lease and fire protection agreement

The Aviation Committee will discuss and vote on a lease amendment for New View Technologies, Inc. and an intergovernmental agreement for fire protection services at Wittman Regional Airport. The committee will also receive updates on hangar projects and a budget preview for FY 2023.

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✓ Decided: Aviation Committee approves fire protection agreement for Wittman Airport

The Winnebago County Aviation Committee approved an intergovernmental agreement with the City of Oshkosh for fire protection services at Wittman Regional Airport, updating a 1987 pact. The committee also approved a lease amendment with NewView Technologies, reducing their ground lease from 4,500 sq. ft. to 5,750 sq. ft. of paved apron. The airport director reported that bidding on the East GA Hangar project closes September 15, pending FAA approval of updated ALP sheets.

Wed Sep 7, 2022 · 09:00

Solid Waste Management Board

Solid Waste Management Board to discuss 2023 budget and 2021 financial reports

The Solid Waste Management Board is meeting to review financial documents and budget plans. The board will discuss 2021 financial reports and final 2023 budget documents, and may take action on a 2022 budget adjustment.

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✓ Decided: Solid Waste Board approves $1.13M budget adjustment, discusses 2023 deficit

The board unanimously approved a $1,132,000 increase to Regional Fees in the 2022 budget to correct missed pass-through costs, resulting in a revised deficit of $1,239,340. Members also discussed the final 2023 budget showing a $1,498,225 deficit, with a proposed tipping fee increase to $52/ton and added expenses for an intern and a promotional event. No formal action was taken on the 2023 budget; approval is planned for the next meeting.

Wed Sep 7, 2022 · 14:00

Human Services Board

Human Services Board to review Behavioral Health program and financial reports

The Winnebago County Human Services Board will receive a Behavioral Health overview from division management. The board will also review financial reports and inpatient and institutional placement statistics.

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✓ Decided: Human Services Board accepts 2023 budget, reviews behavioral health services

The board approved minutes and financial reports, and received a detailed overview of Behavioral Health division services. Director Bill Topel reported that the 2023 budget was accepted by the county executive, with additional funds for Lincoln Hills placements and approval for a case manager position and equipment for the 24/7 alcohol program. The board also learned about the reopening of the Shelter Care facility and plans to purchase the building from Lutheran Social Services.

Tue Sep 6, 2022 · 18:00

County Board of Supervisors

Board considers $63,089 grant for pandemic recovery and public health

The Board of Supervisors will vote on a resolution to accept a $63,089 grant from the Mobilizing Community for a Just Response (MC4JR). The meeting includes presentations on specialized housing needs, overdose fatality review findings, and the County Shelter Care Facility.

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✓ Decided: Board rejects $63K pandemic recovery grant after reconsideration fails

The Winnebago County Board voted 21-14 to reject Resolution 89-082022, which would have accepted a $63,089 Mobilizing Community for a Just Response Grant for pandemic recovery. The resolution failed because it required a two-thirds vote of members present. A prior motion to reconsider the resolution had passed 20-15, but the final vote still fell short. The board also heard presentations on specialized housing needs, overdose fatalities, and the county shelter care facility.

🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
motion by Supervisor Eisen, seconded by Supervisor Powers to call the question with a recorded vote. VOTE ON CALL THE QUESTION:
5 yea
Albrecht yea · Gabert yea · Swan yea · Schellenger yea · Zastera yea
motion by Supervisor Eisen, seconded by Supervisor Powers to call the question with a recorded vote. VOTE ON CALL THE QUESTION: AYES: 29; NAYES: 6 – Ellenberger, Albrecht, Gabert, Swan, Schellenger…
14 yea
Horan yea · Defferding yea · Nussbaum yea · Stafford yea · Albrecht yea · Gabert yea · Swan yea · Robinson yea · Floam yea · Hinz yea · Hanson yea · Gustafson yea · Zastera yea · Miller yea
motion by Supervisor Dowling, seconded by Supervisor Floam to postpone this resolution until the November 15, 2022 meeting. Vote on Postponement:
6 yea
Stafford yea · Floam yea · Hanson yea · Gustafson yea · Zastera yea · Miller yea
Motion by Supervisor Poeschl, seconded by Supervisor Binder to call the question. Vote on Call the Question:
1 yea
Schellenger yea
Thu Sep 1, 2022 · 09:00

Land Conservation Committee

Land Conservation Committee to review water quality agreements and watershed updates

The committee will discuss producer-led watershed protection groups and a barnyard inventory update. Members will also review changes to the County GIS System and the LWCD Project List.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves three cost-share agreements for water quality projects

The Land Conservation Committee approved three cost-share agreements: $375 for a well abandonment project by Anna & Richard Hayes, $500 for a well abandonment by Donald Wokosin, and an amendment to extend the installation period for the Fox/Wolf Demonstration Farms Network. The committee also discussed a potential producer-led watershed protection group and received updates on barnyard inventories and GIS system improvements. No substantive decisions were made on the other agenda items.

Thu Sep 1, 2022 · 09:00

Personnel & Finance Committee

Committee discusses park improvements, grant funds, and airport ordinance amendments

The Personnel & Finance Committee will review several resolutions including a capital project for boat landing improvements. The agenda also includes an audit report presentation and various administrative approvals.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves $1.79M Grundman Boat Landing project

The committee approved a $1,791,500 capital project for improvements to the Grundman Boat Landing, with $548,187.50 funded by Winnebago County. They also approved amendments to the Airport Ordinance, a $10,000 grant for soil health conservation, a beverage pouring rights agreement with Pepsi, a booking fee policy for the 4-H Program, and the sale of two tax-foreclosed properties at bids below appraised value. A presentation on a draft financing plan recommended bonding not exceed $6,000,000.

Tue Aug 30, 2022 · 07:30

Board of Adjustment

No Board of Adjustment items scheduled for August public hearing

There are no items on the agenda for the August public hearing. Consequently, the viewing, public hearing, and deliberative meetings scheduled for August and September will not take place.

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Tue Aug 30, 2022 · 18:30

Planning & Zoning Committee - PUBLIC HEARING

Planning & Zoning Committee holds public hearings for land use and zoning changes

The Planning & Zoning Committee will conduct public hearings regarding several property matters. These include a conditional use permit and zoning map amendment for Black Wolf LLC, as well as zoning map amendments for properties in the Town of Nepeuskun and Town of Neenah.

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✓ Decided: Public hearing adjourns two zoning items without testimony, hears two map amendment requests

The Winnebago County Planning & Zoning Committee held a public hearing on August 30, 2022. Two items (a zoning map amendment and conditional use permit for Black Storage LLC) were adjourned at the request of the Town of Black Wolf. Two zoning map amendment requests were heard: one in the Town of Nepeuskun (no town response) and one in the Town of Neenah (approved by the town board). No votes were taken on the amendments; the hearing was closed. The meeting adjourned at 6:41 PM.

Fri Aug 26, 2022 · 07:30

Planning & Zoning Committee - VIEWING

Planning & Zoning Committee to review four zoning and permit requests

The Planning & Zoning Committee is meeting to discuss zoning map amendments and a conditional use permit. The items involve properties in the Towns of Black Wolf, Nepeuskun, and Neenah.

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✓ Decided: Committee viewed four properties for zoning actions

The Planning & Zoning Committee conducted a site viewing of four properties on August 26, 2022, but no decisions were made during this meeting. The viewing was for two conditional use permit and zoning map amendment requests for Storage in Black Wolf LLC, and zoning map amendments for Teresa Blade and Troy Dedering. The meeting was purely procedural, with no votes or approvals recorded.

Thu Aug 25, 2022 · 07:30

Board of Adjustment

Winnebago County Board of Adjustment cancels August meetings

There are no items for the August Public Hearing. Consequently, the meetings scheduled for August 25, August 30, and September 8 are cancelled.

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Wed Aug 24, 2022 · 15:00

Facilities & Property Management Committee

Committee discusses planetarium design and parking lot repairs

The Facilities & Property Management Committee will discuss several capital projects and budget transfers. Items include renovations for the Barlow Planetarium and parking lot repairs at UWO-FC locations.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves $12K for Barlow Planetarium renovation design

The committee approved three capital project and budget transfers: $12,000 for designing the Barlow Planetarium renovation (5-0), $80,000 for main parking lot repairs at UWO-Fox Cities (4-1), and $43,000 for Engineering Building parking lot repairs at UWO-Fox Cities (5-0). An update on the 980 Housing Project noted design completion expected in September and anticipated City of Oshkosh approval this fall.

Wed Aug 24, 2022 · 18:00

County Board of Supervisors

No county business to be conducted at August 23 meeting

The meeting is posted as a notice because a quorum of the County Board of Supervisors may attend. No official county business will be conducted.

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Mon Aug 22, 2022 · 08:00

Parks Commission

Parks Commission to discuss Sunnyview Expo and Grundman Boat Landing

The Parks & Recreation Committee will meet to discuss agreements for the Sunnyview Exposition Center and Pepsi. The body will also consider a capital project request for the Grundman Boat Landing and a citizen member appointment.

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✓ Decided: Parks Commission approves $1.79M Grundman Boat Landing project

The committee voted 5-0 to authorize the Grundman Boat Landing improvement and renovation project at a cost of $1,791,500, with the county providing $548,187.50 from the undesignated general fund or a bond issue. They also approved a new five-year Pepsi agreement with increased donations and capped price increases, and a policy allowing 4H to use the Sunnyview Exposition Center free of charge for three horse shows annually. No action was taken on adding a citizen member to the committee.

Fri Aug 19, 2022 · 07:30

Board of Health

Board of Health to vote on budget transfer and project employee limits

The Board of Health is meeting to review budget planning and income statements. The body will vote on a grant-related budget transfer and a request to waive employee time limits for communicable disease response.

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✓ Decided: Board approves budget transfer and employee waiver for COVID response

The Board of Health approved a $10,575 budget transfer for a DHS qualitative data collection grant exploring the impact of free public transportation for Oshkosh students. They also approved a waiver of the 2-year limit on project employees for communicable disease response, extending it through June 2024. The meeting included extensive discussion about a failed County Board resolution to accept $65,000 in CDC grant funding for community health assessment work, with board members citing mistrust of the CDC as a key factor.

Thu Aug 18, 2022 · 15:30

Park View Health Center Committee

Park View Health Center discusses 2023 budget and rate adjustments

The committee will review the 2023 budget submission, including a planned use of $1,876,840 from the Park View fund balance. Members will also discuss private pay rate adjustments and a budget transfer for kitchen equipment.

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✓ Decided: Park View Health Center Committee approves 2023 private pay rate increases

The committee approved a private pay rate increase for 2023, raising the Skilled Care rate from $305 to $335 per day and the Intensive Skilled Care rate from $342 to $370 per day (4-1). They also approved a $29,600 budget transfer from the general fund for a dishwasher replacement (5-0). Minutes from July 14, 2022 were approved (4-0-1).

Thu Aug 18, 2022 · 09:00

UW Education, Extension & Agriculture Committee

UW Education, Extension & Agriculture Committee meeting on August 18

The committee will receive reports from the UW Division of Extension, including 4-H Youth & Development and Extension Administration. The agenda includes a discussion regarding upcoming Extension events at County Board meetings.

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✓ Decided: Extension committee discusses Diversity Affairs Commission future, 2023 budget

The UW Education, Extension & Agriculture Committee discussed the future of the Diversity Affairs Commission (DAC), with a suggestion to move it under a different committee and a potential dissolution if funding for a coordinator is not approved in the 2023 budget. The committee approved the July 2021 minutes (4-0) and heard updates on the 2023 budget proposal, which omitted a vacant educator role but included a separate add request for a Health and Well-Being Educator. No final decisions were made on the DAC or scholarship task force items.

Tue Aug 16, 2022 · 18:00

County Board of Supervisors

Winnebago County Board to vote on grants and zoning amendments

The Board of Supervisors will consider several grant acceptances for public health and law enforcement. They will also vote on multiple zoning reclassifications and resolutions regarding election funding and First Amendment protections.

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✓ Decided: Board bans private donations for election administration, 20-15

The Winnebago County Board of Supervisors adopted a resolution prohibiting the use of private donations for election administration, after an amendment clarified it applies to Winnebago County. A resolution declaring the county a First Amendment Sanctuary was postponed indefinitely. A grant for a just recovery initiative for communities disproportionately impacted by the pandemic was rejected.

🗳️ How they voted (8 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion by Supervisor Poeschl and seconded to accept the appointment of Supervisor Michael Norton. Vote on Appointment:
13 yea
Horan yea · Defferding yea · Nussbaum yea · Stafford yea · Robinson yea · Floam yea · Hinz yea · Hanson yea · Gustafson yea · Harrison yea · Zastera yea · Beem yea · Miller yea
Motion by Supervisor Horan, seconded by Supervisor Farrey to add "Winnebago County from" to line 23 after the word "prohibits". Vote on Horan Amendment:
16 yea
Eisen yea · Wise yea · Albrecht yea · Gabert yea · Binder yea · Swan yea · Gordon yea · Ponzer yea · Poeschl yea · Zellmer yea · Schellenger yea · Buck yea · Powers yea · Cox yea · Youngquist yea · Nelson yea
motion by Supervisor Gabert, seconded by Supervisor Floam to call the question. Vote on Call the Question:
6 yea
Eisen yea · Wise yea · Poeschl yea · Norton yea · Schellenger yea · Buck yea
Motion by Supervisor Nichols to adjourn the meeting. This motion dies for lack of a second. Vote on Resolution as Amended:
14 yea
Borchart yea · Eisen yea · Wise yea · Binder yea · Gordon yea · Ponzer yea · Poeschl yea · Norton yea · Schellenger yea · Buck yea · Powers yea · Cox yea · Youngquist yea · Nelson yea
motion by Supervisor Gustafson and seconded to call the question and have a recorded vote. Vote on Call the Question: AYES: 29; NAYES: 6 – Nichols, Poeschl, Norton, Schellenger, Buck and Harrison…
15 yea
Borchart yea · Eisen yea · Wise yea · Albrecht yea · Binder yea · Gordon yea · Ponzer yea · Poeschl yea · Norton yea · Schellenger yea · Buck yea · Powers yea · Cox yea · Egan yea · Nelson yea
Motion by Supervisor Gabert, seconded by Supervisor Harrison to call the question on original resolution. Vote on Call the Question:
14 yea
Nichols yea · Borchart yea · Eisen yea · Wise yea · Stafford yea · Albrecht yea · Binder yea · Ponzer yea · Poeschl yea · Schellenger yea · Buck yea · Powers yea · Cox yea · Nelson yea
motion by Supervisor Nichols and seconded to postpone this resolution indefinitely. Vote to Postpone:
14 yea
Horan yea · Defferding yea · Nussbaum yea · Stafford yea · Gabert yea · Swan yea · Robinson yea · Floam yea · Hinz yea · Hanson yea · Gustafson yea · Farrey yea · Zastera yea · Miller yea
motion by Supervisor Floam, seconded by Supervisor Stafford to call the question. Vote on call the question: AYES: 34; NAYES: 1 – Schellenger; ABSTAIN: 0; ABSENT: 1 – Ellenberger. CARRIED. Vote on…
13 yea
Horan yea · Defferding yea · Nussbaum yea · Stafford yea · Swan yea · Floam yea · Hinz yea · Hanson yea · Gustafson yea · Harrison yea · Zastera yea · Beem yea · Miller yea
Mon Aug 15, 2022 · 16:30

Highway Committee

Highway Committee discusses road projects and intersection improvements

The Highway Committee will discuss several infrastructure updates including drainage on CTH E and roundabout progress. The meeting also includes discussions regarding a proposed bike lane on CTH AA and intersection improvements at Wis 76/Larsen Road.

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✓ Decided: Highway Committee hears CTH E drainage complaints, plans legal review

The Highway Committee approved the July 18, 2022 minutes and heard public complaints about chronic drainage issues on CTH E. Members directed that the 2013 study be given to Corporation Counsel to explore legal options, including obtaining as-built documents from the Algoma Sanitary District construction. No formal action was taken on the drainage issue beyond this referral.

Wed Aug 10, 2022 · 08:00

Aviation Committee

Aviation Committee to discuss revision of Airport Ordinance

The Aviation Committee will meet to discuss and approve a revision to Winnebago County General Code, Chapter 21 (Airport Ordinance). The body will also receive reports on airport projects and operations.

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✓ Decided: Aviation Committee approves airport ordinance revision with rate increases

The committee unanimously approved a revision to Winnebago County General Code Chapter 21 (Airport Ordinance), updating rates to match CPI increases since 2016. T-hangar rates will rise by 17%, and a new commercial land lease annual rate of $0.25 per square foot was added. The revision also updates language to meet FAA terminology. No public comment was received, and the July 6, 2022 minutes were approved.

Mon Aug 8, 2022 · 11:00

Veterans Service Commission

Veterans Service Commission meets to review emergency relief grant applications

The Commission will meet to review personal, financial, and medical information to determine the distribution of emergency relief grants. The meeting includes a closed session to discuss applicant histories to protect individual reputations. Other business includes office updates and legislative updates.

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✓ Decided: Veterans Service Commission hires two new benefit specialists

The commission approved the agenda, closed-session motion, prior meeting minutes, and financial reports unanimously. In old business, the office reported hiring two new Benefit Specialists to fill vacancies. No substantive decisions were made beyond routine approvals and informational updates.

Mon Aug 8, 2022 · 18:00

Judiciary & Public Safety Committee

Committee discusses sheriff grant, board rules, and attorney compensation

The Judiciary & Public Safety Committee is meeting to consider several resolutions and ordinances. Items include a medication-assisted treatment grant for the Sheriff's Office and changes to Winnebago County Board rules.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves $150K opioid treatment grant, limits supervisor speech

The Judiciary & Public Safety Committee approved a resolution accepting a $150,000 reimbursement grant for a Medication-Assisted Treatment Program, amended to remove 'up to' from the amount. It also passed a resolution limiting supervisor speaking time to 2 minutes (3-2), postponed an ordinance on per diem payments for non-supervisors, and failed a resolution allowing remote voting for committee members (0-5).

Fri Aug 5, 2022 · 07:45

Planning & Zoning Committee - PLANNING

August 5 Planning Meeting cancelled

The Planning Meeting scheduled for August 5, 2022, has been cancelled due to a lack of agenda items. The Planning and Zoning Deliberative meeting will still be held as scheduled.

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Fri Aug 5, 2022 · 07:30

Planning & Zoning Committee - DELIBERATIVE

Planning & Zoning Committee to review five zoning and land use requests

The Planning & Zoning Committee will meet to discuss zoning changes and conditional use requests for five properties. These decisions affect land use permissions in the Towns of Black Wolf, Omro, Winneconne, and Neenah.

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✓ Decided: Committee approved five zoning and conditional use requests unanimously

The Winnebago County Planning & Zoning Committee held a deliberative hearing on August 5, 2022, and voted unanimously (5-0) on all five agenda items. These included two zoning map amendments, two conditional use permits, and one additional zoning change, all approved as submitted or with findings.

Thu Aug 4, 2022 · 09:00

Land Conservation Committee

LCC to review regenerative agriculture MOU and water quality cost-share agreements

The Land Conservation Committee is meeting to review a memorandum of understanding for regenerative agriculture and a budget transfer for grant funds. The body will also consider cost-share agreements for specific water quality improvement projects.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves MOU and budget transfer for regenerative agriculture grant

The Winnebago County Land Conservation Committee approved a Memorandum of Understanding with Fox-Wolf Watershed Alliance to expand technical assistance for regenerative agriculture, funded by a grant from The Fund for Lake Michigan and National Fish and Wildlife Foundation. They also approved a $10,000 budget transfer and associated resolution to implement the grant, and approved two cost-share agreements for water quality improvement projects. All votes were 6-0.

Thu Aug 4, 2022 · 09:00

Personnel & Finance Committee

Committee considers several grants and financial reports

The Personnel & Finance Committee is reviewing multiple grant acceptance resolutions for lead abatement, community recovery, and overdose prevention. The meeting also includes reports on employee compensation, capital projects, and financial performance.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves $173,535 lead abatement grant

The Winnebago County Personnel & Finance Committee approved four grants, including a $173,535 lead abatement program and a $148,102 PHAST grant for overdose response, plus a $63,089 MC4JR grant (3-2) and a $150,000 Sheriff's Office reimbursement grant. They also approved payment of excess committee days and a commendation for Beth Biesinger. No other substantive decisions were made.

Thu Aug 4, 2022 · 17:30

Board of Adjustment - PUBLIC HEARING

Board of Adjustment to consider variance for 7156 LaBelle Shore Rd

The Winnebago County Board of Adjustment will meet to approve previous meeting minutes. The board will also hold a public hearing regarding a variance request for David Miller.

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✓ Decided: Board approves variance for LaBelle Shore Rd with conditions

The Winnebago County Board of Adjustment approved a variance for David Miller at 7156 LaBelle Shore Rd, Town of Winneconne, to allow a substandard shoreyard and road setback. The approval includes conditions requiring permits, floodplain compliance, and removal of the existing structure. The board also approved minutes from three prior meetings.

Wed Aug 3, 2022 · 09:00

Solid Waste Management Board

Solid Waste Management Board to consider 2023 budget and tipping fees

The Board will hold a workshop and discuss the 2023 budget. Members will also consider the approval of 2023 tipping fees and review the 2022/2023 Tonnage & Revenue Report.

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✓ Decided: Board reviews 2023 budget but takes no formal action

The Solid Waste Management Board reviewed the draft 2023 budget and discussed a proposed $2.00/ton tipping fee increase, but took no formal action on approving the budget or fees. The board was instructed by county staff that it could review but not approve the budget. A closed session was held to discuss tonnage, revenue, and tipping fees, but no decisions were made in open session.

Mon Aug 1, 2022 · 14:00

Human Services Board

Winnebago County Human Services Board to review administrative and financial reports

The Human Services Board will meet to receive an overview of the Administrative Division and review financial and director reports. The board will also consider the approval of minutes from June 2022 meetings.

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✓ Decided: Human Services Board approves June meeting minutes, hears $4.5M surplus projection

The Winnebago County Human Services Board met on August 1, 2022, and approved the minutes from its June 6 and June 29 meetings, as well as the ADRC Committee minutes from June 13. The board received an administrative overview, placement statistics, and a financial report projecting a $4.5 million surplus for the year. No substantive policy decisions were made; the meeting was primarily informational and procedural.

Tue Jul 26, 2022 · 08:00

Board of Adjustment - VIEWING

Board of Adjustment to consider variance for 7156 LaBelle Shore Rd

The Winnebago County Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing to discuss a variance request. The meeting is scheduled for July 26, 2022.

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✓ Decided: Board hears lakefront variance request, takes no action

The Winnebago County Board of Adjustment held a public hearing on a variance request for a substandard shore yard and road setback at 7156 LaBelle Shore Rd, Town of Winneconne. The applicant's agent explained the request, and multiple neighbors opposed it citing property value and lake view concerns. The board discussed the request but took no vote on it, only adjourning the meeting.

Tue Jul 26, 2022 · 08:00

Parks Commission

Parks & Recreation Committee to discuss Lake Butte des Morts access

The Parks & Recreation Committee is meeting to discuss an agreement for 4H use of the Sunnyview Exposition Center. The body may also take action regarding access to Lake Butte des Morts in the Town of Oshkosh.

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✓ Decided: Parks Commission votes to seek DOT land for Oshkosh parking lot

The Winnebago County Parks Commission voted 5-0 to initiate contact with the Wisconsin DOT to explore acquiring land for a parking lot near Lake Butte des Morts, in support of the Town of Oshkosh's request for recreational access. The commission also discussed but took no action on a proposed ATV use along the Wiouwash Trail, and reviewed the 4H agreement for the Sunnyview Expo Center. Staff reported storm damage, including the loss of approximately 110 trees, and noted the Highway Department will no longer service park equipment.

Tue Jul 26, 2022 · 15:00

Winnebago County Housing Authority

Winnebago County Housing Authority to appoint new Executive Director

The Winnebago County Housing Authority is meeting to appoint a new Executive Director and review public housing audits. The board will also consider financial reports and updates on the Housing Choice Voucher Program.

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✓ Decided: Wendy Fromm hired as Executive Director of Winnebago County Housing Authority

The board approved Resolution 734-22 hiring Wendy Fromm as Executive Director with full signing authorization, and Resolution 735-22 approving the 2021 Public Housing Financial Audit. They also approved minutes from prior meetings, allowed the Executive Director to sign a consulting contract, and discussed property repairs and staffing updates. No public comments were made.

Tue Jul 26, 2022 · 18:30

Planning & Zoning Committee - PUBLIC HEARING

Planning & Zoning Committee holds public hearings on zoning and conditional use items

The Planning & Zoning Committee is conducting a public hearing regarding several land use applications. The agenda includes requests for zoning changes and conditional uses across the Town of Black Wolf, Town of Omro & Winneconne, and Town of Neenah.

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✓ Decided: Planning & Zoning holds public hearing on 5 land-use requests

The Winnebago County Planning & Zoning Committee held a public hearing on July 26, 2022, to consider five land-use requests. No final decisions were made; the hearing was for public testimony only, and the committee adjourned without voting on any of the items.

Fri Jul 22, 2022 · 07:30

Planning & Zoning Committee - VIEWING

Planning and Zoning Committee reviews several zoning and conditional use requests

The Planning and Zoning Committee is reviewing multiple land use applications. These items include zoning changes and conditional use requests across the Towns of Black Wolf, Omro & Winneconne, and Neenah.

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✓ Decided: Committee tours 5 properties for zoning and conditional use requests

The Planning & Zoning Committee held a site visit to view five properties with pending zoning change or conditional use requests. No decisions were made during the meeting; the committee only observed the properties. The meeting adjourned with a motion carried 5-0.

Thu Jul 21, 2022 · 07:30

Board of Adjustment - DELIBERATIVE

Board of Adjustment to review variance request for 7156 LaBelle Shore Rd

The Winnebago County Board of Adjustment is meeting to consider a variance request. The session includes a viewing of the property in question.

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✓ Decided: Board of Adjustment holds property viewing for variance request

The Winnebago County Board of Adjustment convened for a deliberative viewing session on July 21, 2022, to inspect a property at 7156 Labelle Shore Rd in the Town of Winneconne regarding a variance request by David Miller. No decisions were made during this session; it was purely a site visit. The meeting adjourned at 9:05 A.M.

Thu Jul 21, 2022 · 09:00

UW Education, Extension & Agriculture Committee

UW Education, Extension & Agriculture Committee reviews program reports

The committee will receive updates on UW Division of Extension programs and department operations. Members will discuss upcoming extension events and the Scholarship Task Force.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves minutes, hears staff updates and resignations

The committee approved the June 16, 2021 minutes (5-0) and received updates from Extension staff. No formal policy decisions were made. Staff reported on program activities, a budget cut reversal for the Winnefox Library System, and the resignation of Human Development & Relationships Educator Mandi Dornfeld, effective August 9, 2022.

Thu Jul 21, 2022 · 19:00

Winnebago County Drainage Board - Larsen Drainage District

Larsen Drainage District discusses district expansion and maintenance

The Winnebago County Drainage Board is meeting to review GIS updates and an annual report from the McMahon Group. The board will discuss maintenance issues and the potential expansion of the drainage district. Other topics include water levels and government funding for secondary drainage ditch repairs.

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✓ Decided: Drainage board assigns annual report, discusses erosion fixes

The Winnebago County Drainage Board for the Larsen Drainage District approved minutes, assigned the annual inspection report to Board Member Pfankuch, and approved accounts payable. They discussed erosion repair options and potential district expansion but took no formal action on those items.

Wed Jul 20, 2022 · 09:00

Land Conservation Committee

Rat River Kickoff meeting with Winnebago County and Fox-Wolf Watershed Alliance

The Land Conservation Committee is holding a kickoff event focused on watershed topics. The agenda includes presentations on sediment and nutrient reduction, conservation community discussions, and an introduction of a champion farmer.

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Wed Jul 20, 2022 · 09:00

Solid Waste Management Board

Board to discuss power purchase agreements and landfill gas options

The Solid Waste Management Board will review 2021 financial reports and the 2022 retained earnings reservation summary. The board is also scheduled to discuss and take action on power purchase agreement negotiations and landfill gas utilization options.

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✓ Decided: Board authorizes $26,700 landfill gas study, pauses REC talks

The Solid Waste Management Board approved a $26,700 task order for Foth and Eco Engineers to analyze landfill gas utilization options, and voted to pause negotiations on renewable energy certificates until further evaluation. The board also authorized finalizing a power purchase agreement with WPS (7-2). A transfer station fire was reported with no injuries, and DNR inspections found full compliance at both landfills.

Tue Jul 19, 2022 · 18:00

County Board of Supervisors

Winnebago County Board considers zoning amendments and aviation ground lease

The Board of Supervisors will review several petitions for zoning changes in Omro, Winneconne, Black Wolf, and Neenah. Additionally, the Board will consider a resolution regarding a ground lease with Wings as Eagles Mission Air Service, Inc.

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✓ Decided: County Board approves 20-year ground lease with Wings As Eagles Mission Air Service

The Winnebago County Board approved a 20-year ground lease renewal with Wings As Eagles Mission Air Service, Inc. for aircraft storage, with annual rent of $3,392 adjusted by CPI every three years. The board also approved several executive appointments, including a new Human Resources Director and Director of Administration. Three zoning petitions were referred to the Planning and Zoning Committee. No other substantive decisions were made.

Mon Jul 18, 2022 · 16:30

Highway Committee

Highway Committee to act on CTH M remnant parcel deed

The Highway Committee will meet to accept a quit claim deed for a remnant parcel on CTH M. The body will also receive project updates regarding CTH P, CTH T/Pioneer Road, and the CTH CB/CTH JJ roundabout.

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✓ Decided: Highway Committee accepts quit claim deed for CTH MM parcel

The Winnebago County Highway Committee approved the minutes from June 20, 2022, and accepted a quit claim deed from Olson Farms for a remnant parcel along CTH MM. They also heard a presentation on the CTH P project, which includes a three-lane road and a public meeting on July 28. No other formal decisions were made; other items were informational updates.

Thu Jul 14, 2022 · 15:30

Park View Health Center Committee

Park View Health Center Committee discusses budget submissions and facility updates

The committee will review financial and administrator reports, including COVID-19 status and census data. Members will also discuss several budget submissions regarding facility upgrades and transitions.

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✓ Decided: Park View Health Center Committee reviews budget items, no votes taken

The committee heard reports on finances, COVID-19, census, staffing, and surveys, and discussed four budget submissions for the upcoming fiscal year, including transitions to a Therapeutic Wellness Department and an Assistant Director of Nursing role, plus upgrades to the call light system and resident media. No formal decisions were made on these items; the only actions were approving the May 16, 2022 minutes and adjourning, both by 4-0 voice votes. The next meeting is scheduled for August 18, 2022.

Wed Jul 13, 2022 · 15:00

Facilities & Property Management Committee

Facilities and Property Management Committee meets July 13, 2022

The committee will discuss an easement for the Park View Training Facility utility connection. The meeting also includes updates on the 980 Housing Project and department operations.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves WPS utility easement for Park View Training Facility

The Facilities & Property Management Committee approved an easement for a WPS utility connection at the Park View Training Facility (5-0). They also voted to move future meetings to the fourth Wednesday of each month (5-0). The committee received updates on the 980 Housing Project and building assessments, but took no other formal actions.

Tue Jul 12, 2022 · 13:00

ARPA Strategy and Outcomes Commission

Commission discusses role and strategic planning for ARPA funds

The Commission will discuss its specific role and the status of Winnebago County SLFRF allocations. Members will also discuss methods for setting priorities and reviewing spending or appropriation requests.

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✓ Decided: Commission agrees to treat $33.4M ARPA funds as lost revenue replacement

The Winnebago County ARPA Strategy and Outcomes Commission agreed to designate all $33,390,918 in State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds as replacement of lost revenue, which will allow broader use of the funds for government services. They also discussed a project submission process and possibly allocating some funds for a county strategic plan. No formal votes were taken; decisions were by consensus. The next meeting was set for August 9, 2022.

Mon Jul 11, 2022 · 11:00

Veterans Service Commission

Veterans Service Commission to review emergency relief grant applications

The commission will meet to determine the distribution of emergency relief grants. This portion of the meeting will be held in a closed session to protect the personal, financial, and medical information of applicants.

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✓ Decided: Veterans commission hires two benefit specialists, reviews claims

The Winnebago County Veterans Service Commission approved the agenda, closed-session motion, June 13 meeting minutes, and financial reports, all unanimously. In old business, the office reported hiring two new Benefit Specialists to fill vacancies, with one starting July 28 and the other's start date pending. The commission also reviewed a six-month update showing 692 pending claims actions and $2.5 million in retroactive VA payments for the year. No substantive decisions were made beyond routine approvals and updates.

Mon Jul 11, 2022 · 18:00

Judiciary & Public Safety Committee

Committee to discuss First and Second Amendment Sanctuary status

The Judiciary & Public Safety Committee will receive updates from the Coroner, District Attorney, and Sheriff. The body will vote on resolutions regarding election funding, First Amendment and Second Amendment sanctuary status, and supervisor debate time limits.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves First and Second Amendment Sanctuary resolutions

The Judiciary & Public Safety Committee approved two sanctuary resolutions: a First Amendment Sanctuary (5-0) and a Second Amendment Sanctuary (4-1), both with amendments recommended by Corporation Counsel. A referendum to prevent outside money in election administration was also approved (4-1). The committee discussed but took no action on establishing a scholarship committee.

Fri Jul 8, 2022 · 07:45

Planning & Zoning Committee - PLANNING

July 8, 2022 Planning Meeting cancelled

The Winnebago County Planning & Zoning Committee Planning Meeting scheduled for July 8, 2022, has been cancelled due to a lack of agenda items. The Deliberative meeting scheduled for the same date will still be held.

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Fri Jul 8, 2022 · 07:30

Planning & Zoning Committee - DELIBERATIVE

Planning & Zoning Committee meeting scheduled for July 8, 2022

The Planning and Zoning Committee is holding a deliberative meeting. One item regarding a conditional use request at 4016 Knapp St in the Town of Nekimi was withdrawn by the owner.

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Thu Jul 7, 2022 · 18:00

County Board of Supervisors

Winnebago County Unit Meeting of the Wisconsin Towns Association

The County Board of Supervisors and Wisconsin Towns Association are meeting to review financial statements and receive reports. The session includes a County Executive report and updates from Go EDC and WTA/TAC.

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Thu Jul 7, 2022 · 09:00

Land Conservation Committee

Land Conservation Committee to review 2023 budget and well abandonment projects

The Land Conservation Committee will review the draft 2023 LWCD budget and project list. The body will also consider cost-share agreements for well abandonment and discuss rules regarding the physical presence of supervisors for voting.

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✓ Decided: LCC approves cost-share agreements for well abandonment projects

The Winnebago County Land Conservation Committee approved two cost-share agreements for well abandonment projects, totaling $847.50, and approved NR 151/ATCP 50 compliance notification letters. The committee also reviewed the draft 2023 budget and discussed a resolution requiring physical presence for voting, but took no action on it.

Thu Jul 7, 2022 · 09:00

Personnel & Finance Committee

Personnel & Finance Committee to review budget transfers and ground lease

The committee will consider several budget transfers and the approval of a ground lease with Wings as Eagles Mission Air Service, Inc. Members will also review the 2022-2024 Equal Opportunity Policy and Affirmative Action Plan.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves $14,625 employee appreciation event

The Personnel & Finance Committee approved a $14,625 transfer from the contingency fund for an employee appreciation event on Aug. 24 at the Expo Center. It also approved the sale of two In-Rem properties at bids below appraised value, a 20-year ground lease with Wings as Eagles Mission Air Service, and the 2022-2024 Equal Opportunity Policy and Affirmative Action Plan. Several budget transfers were noted as informational only.

Thu Jul 7, 2022 · 17:30

Board of Adjustment - PUBLIC HEARING

Board of Adjustment to hear variance and appeal requests

The Winnebago County Board of Adjustment will meet to review a variance request and an appeal. The board will also consider the approval of minutes from three previous meetings.

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✓ Decided: Board approves variance for Wolf River property, affirms sign appeal

The Winnebago County Board of Adjustment approved a variance for John Kish et al. at 7704 Cutoff Lane, Town of Wolf River, with conditions, after determining it met all variance criteria. The board also affirmed the Zoning Administrator's decision in the Lamar Central Outdoor appeal regarding an off-premise directional sign. Both motions passed 4-0.

Wed Jul 6, 2022 · 08:00

Aviation Committee

Aviation Committee to consider state aid petition and airport lease renewals

The Aviation Committee will discuss a resolution to petition the WI DOT Secretary for Airport Improvement Aid. The body is also reviewing lease renewals and amendments for three airport tenants. Additionally, the committee will receive updates on the East GA Hangar Project and a proposal to relocate the EAA Ultralight Runway.

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✓ Decided: Aviation Committee approves WI DOT petition, two lease renewals

The Winnebago County Aviation Committee approved a resolution petitioning the WI DOT Secretary for Airport Improvement Aid, allowing the county to seek future grant funding for airport capital projects. It also approved lease renewals for Myers Aviation (Hangar J) and NextJen Studios LLC, with rent increases. A lease amendment for New View Technologies was postponed to next month.

Mon Jul 4, 2022 · 18:00

County Board of Supervisors

Sheriff Matz to read Declaration of Independence on Courthouse Steps

The County Board of Supervisors is convening for a public reading of the Declaration of Independence. This is a ceremonial event and no official board business is scheduled for decision.

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Wed Jun 29, 2022 · 14:00

Human Services Board

Human Services Board holds public hearing on 2023 budget

The board will hold a public hearing regarding the 2023 Human Services Budget. Following the hearing, members will review, discuss, and recommend the budget to the County Executive.

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✓ Decided: Human Services Board approves 2023 budget with amendment

The Winnebago County Human Services Board held a public hearing and reviewed the proposed 2023 budget, which faces a 0% tax levy increase target requiring cuts. The board approved the budget as presented with an amendment to add a 'Request to consider list' (5-2). A separate motion to accept a list with two additional funding items was denied (2-5).

Tue Jun 28, 2022 · 08:00

Board of Adjustment - VIEWING

Board of Adjustment to hear variance and appeal requests

The Winnebago County Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing to review two specific land-use requests. The board will consider a variance and an appeal.

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✓ Decided: Board hears floodplain variance and sign appeal; no decisions made

The Winnebago County Board of Adjustment held a public hearing on June 28, 2022, but took no formal votes on the two agenda items. The board heard testimony on a variance request for a substandard floodplain fill at 7704 Cutoff Lane, Town of Wolf River, and an appeal of a denied zoning permit for an off-premise directional electronic sign. The meeting adjourned without any decisions, and no further action was recorded.

Tue Jun 28, 2022 · 18:30

Planning & Zoning Committee - PUBLIC HEARING

Public hearing for conditional use at 4016 Knapp St

The Planning & Zoning Committee is holding a public hearing to discuss a conditional use request. The meeting is also being posted as an Aviation Committee meeting.

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✓ Decided: Public hearing held on ultralight airport conditional use in Nekimi

The committee held a public hearing on a conditional use request for an ultralight aircraft airport at 4016 Knapp St, Town of Nekimi. No decision was made; the item was discussed and testimony heard. The Town of Nekimi recommended denial. The meeting adjourned without a vote on the request.

Mon Jun 27, 2022 · 08:00

Parks Commission

Parks & Recreation Committee to discuss Waukau Dam Master Plan

The Parks & Recreation Committee will review the Waukau Dam Master Plan and a preliminary design for the Grundman Boat Landing Project. The body will also receive updates on construction at the Sunnyview Expo.

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✓ Decided: Waukau Dam Master Plan approved by Parks Committee

The Winnebago County Parks Committee approved and adopted the Waukau Dam Master Plan, which aims to minimize maintenance during heavy rain events and prevent potential washout of the pond. The plan's estimated cost is $1,730,030, with engineering scheduled for 2023 and construction for 2024. The committee also received updates on the Sunnyview Expo (95% complete) and two budget transfers for a tractor replacement and Asylum Bridge work.

Fri Jun 24, 2022 · 07:30

Planning & Zoning Committee - VIEWING

Conditional use request for EAA at 4016 Knapp St in the Town of Nekimi

The Planning & Zoning Committee is reviewing a conditional use request from EAA, et al. This meeting also serves as a posting for the Aviation Committee.

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✓ Decided: Committee tours EAA site for conditional use review

The Planning & Zoning Committee met to view a property at 4016 Knapp St in the Town of Nekimi for a conditional use application by EAA, et al. No decisions were made; the meeting was a site viewing only and adjourned at 8:08 A.M.

Thu Jun 23, 2022 · 07:30

Board of Adjustment - DELIBERATIVE

Board of Adjustment to consider a variance for 7704 Cutoff Ln

The Board of Adjustment will meet on June 23, 2022, at the Winnebago County Administration Building. The agenda includes a variance request regarding property at 7704 Cutoff Ln in the Town of Wolf River.

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✓ Decided: No quorum; variance viewing postponed to individual review

The Winnebago County Board of Adjustment meeting on June 23, 2022, was called to order but a quorum was not met. As a result, no formal decisions were made; board members were instructed to view the property at 7704 Cutoff Ln, Town of Wolf River, individually for the variance request by John Kish et al.

Wed Jun 22, 2022 · 18:00

County Board of Supervisors

County Board of Supervisors meeting includes a park tour

The County Board of Supervisors will meet at the JP Coughlin Center parking lot. The agenda consists of a park tour conducted by the Parks & Recreation Committee.

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Wed Jun 22, 2022 · 08:00

Parks Commission

Parks & Recreation Committee conducts site tours across the county

The committee will conduct a series of park tours throughout the day. The tour includes stops at Buttes Des Mort Boat Landing, Waukau Dam, Lasley Point, Grundman Boat Landing, Sunnyview Exposition Center, and the Parks Shop.

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Tue Jun 21, 2022 · 18:00

County Board of Supervisors

Winnebago County Board considers several capital projects and staffing changes

The Board of Supervisors will review multiple resolutions regarding county infrastructure, including airport facilities and public safety buildings. The agenda also includes various personnel adjustments for Human Services and Park View Health Center.

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✓ Decided: County Board creates Department of Administration, approves $4.3M airport hangar project

The Winnebago County Board approved creating a new Department of Administration, effective July 1, 2022, with a Director of Administration and three other positions, transferring budgets from existing departments. The board also authorized a $4.3 million capital project for new T-hangar facilities at Wittman Regional Airport, funded with $3 million from the general fund and $1.3 million in state grants. Several other resolutions were passed, including funding for a violent sexual offender housing facility and a revised evidence storage/morgue building. A resolution to request the state revise the real estate transfer fee formula failed.

🗳️ How they voted (10 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
motion by Supervisor Floam, seconded by Supervisor Schellenger, to call the question. CARRIED BY VOICE VOTE. Vote on Supervisor Nichols' Amendment:
10 yea
Borchart yea · Ellenberger yea · Wise yea · Gabert yea · Binder yea · Swan yea · Powers yea · Cox yea · Harrison yea · Nelson yea
Motion by Supervisor Schellenger, seconded by Supervisor Poeschl, to amend Line 9 by changing the word "shall" to "may" and Line 11 after the word "comment" by adding the words: "The Winnebago County…
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Borchart yea · Ellenberger yea · Wise yea · Swan yea · Ponzer yea · Poeschl yea · Zellmer yea · Schellenger yea · Powers yea · Egan yea · Nelson yea
Motion by Supervisor Floam, seconded by Supervisor Norton to call the question on the resolution as presented. Vote on Call the Question:
7 yea
Albrecht yea · Swan yea · Gordon yea · Schellenger yea · Powers yea · Cox yea · Nelson yea
RESOLUTION AS AMENDED:
1 yea
Norton yea
Motion by Supervisor Wise, seconded by Supervisor Defferding to adopt. The dollar amount in the title of this resolution and on Line 23 was corrected to read $1,524,580. VOTE ON RESOLUTION AS…
5 yea
Nussbaum yea · Binder yea · Ponzer yea · Norton yea · Farrey yea
motion by Supervisor Gustafson, seconded by Supervisor Ellenberger to call the question. CARRIED BY VOICE VOTE. VOTE ON RESOLUTION:
5 yea
Nichols yea · Borchart yea · Defferding yea · Albrecht yea · Cox yea
[context] After more discussion, VOTE ON RESOLUTION:
9 yea
Defferding yea · Stafford yea · Floam yea · Ponzer yea · Norton yea · Hanson yea · Gustafson yea · Zastera yea · Miller yea
Motion by Supervisor Farrey, seconded by Supervisor Harrison to adopt. After discussion, Supervisor Dowling requested a roll call vote. VOTE ON RESOLUTION:
9 yea
Defferding yea · Wise yea · Stafford yea · Ponzer yea · Hinz yea · Hanson yea · Gustafson yea · Zastera yea · Miller yea
Motion by Supervisor Egan, seconded by Supervisor Albrecht to adopt. After discussion, Supervisor Dowling requested a roll call vote. VOTE ON RESOLUTION: AYES – 25; N
8 yea
Gordon yea · Ponzer yea · Poeschl yea · Norton yea · Zellmer yea · Schellenger yea · Powers yea · Farrey yea
Motion by Supervisor Farrey, seconded by Supervisor Norton to adopt. VOTE ON RESOLUTION:
8 yea
Stafford yea · Floam yea · Hinz yea · Hanson yea · Gustafson yea · Zastera yea · Egan yea · Beem yea
Mon Jun 20, 2022 · 16:30

Highway Committee

Highway Committee discusses road projects and storm sewer permits

The Highway Committee will receive presentations from the Wisconsin Department of Transportation and the Land & Water Conservation Department regarding MS4 permit updates. The committee will also discuss progress on the CTH JJ/CTH CB and CTH T/Pioneer Road projects.

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✓ Decided: Highway Committee hears WisDOT updates, discusses safety after work-zone crash

The Winnebago County Highway Committee met on June 20, 2022, and approved the previous meeting's minutes. WisDOT representatives provided updates on regional projects, including a $7 million funding boost for the I-41 corridor upgrade. The committee discussed work-zone safety following a recent crash that injured a county employee, and considered inviting the Sheriff and new DA to a future meeting. No formal decisions were made on these topics.

Fri Jun 17, 2022 · 07:30

Board of Health

Winnebago County Board of Health discusses budget and WIC staffing

The Board of Health will review the May 2022 income statement and receive updates on COVID-19 response. The meeting includes votes on a budget transfer, changes to the table of organization, and filling a WIC position.

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✓ Decided: Board approves $63,089 grant transfer, WIC director position

The Winnebago County Board of Health approved a $63,089 budget transfer for the Mobilizing for a Just Response grant, added a WIC Director position to the table of organization, and authorized filling a WIC Breastfeeding Peer Counselor role. All votes were unanimous (7-0). The board also heard staff updates on lead abatement, tick surveillance, beach sampling, and COVID-19 response.

Thu Jun 16, 2022 · 09:00

UW Education, Extension & Agriculture Committee

UW Education, Extension & Agriculture Committee meets June 16

The committee will receive reports on the Winnebago County Fair Association and the Diversity Affairs Commission. Members will discuss the FoodWIse contract and upcoming Extension events for the County Board meeting.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves May 2021 minutes, hears fair and extension updates

The committee approved the May 19, 2021 minutes (3-0) and adjourned. No substantive policy decisions were made; the meeting consisted of reports and updates from the Winnebago County Fair Association, Diversity Affairs Commission, and Extension staff.

Thu Jun 16, 2022 · 15:30

Park View Health Center Committee

Park View Health Center Committee meets June 16, 2022

The committee will review financial and administrator reports including COVID-19 status and census data. The agenda includes budget submission information and a discussion regarding a cold call purchase inquiry.

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✓ Decided: Committee declines to pursue sale of Park View Health Center

The Park View Health Center Committee voted 4-0 to approve the May 9, 2022 minutes and adjourn. The committee discussed a cold call purchase inquiry about the facility and stated it has no interest in pursuing a sale or further discussion on the matter. No other formal decisions were made; remaining items were informational reports.

Wed Jun 15, 2022 · 09:00

Solid Waste Management Board

Solid Waste Management Board discusses landfill gas study and budget adjustments

The Board will discuss a Landfill Gas Beneficial Use Study by Cornerstone Environmental Group. Members will also consider a 2022 budget adjustment or transfer and receive a report on the 2023 budget.

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✓ Decided: Solid Waste Board approves $95K legal budget increase, hears landfill gas study

The Winnebago County Solid Waste Management Board approved a $95,000 increase to the 2022 Legal Services budget, bringing it to $100,000, and approved a $14,108 budget transfer from excess Volvo loader funds to cover an unbudgeted Toro mower purchase. The board also heard a presentation from Cornerstone Environmental Group on a Landfill Gas Beneficial Use Study, which evaluated four options for using landfill gas from the Sunnyview Landfill, with recommendations to pursue discussions with the prison for medium BTU direct-use and with Outagamie County for potential RNG pipeline injection.

Mon Jun 13, 2022 · 11:00

Veterans Service Commission

Veterans Service Commission meets to review emergency relief grant applications

The Commission will meet to review personal, financial, and medical information to determine the distribution of emergency relief grants. The meeting includes a closed session to discuss applicant histories to protect individual reputations.

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✓ Decided: Veterans commission adopts new public meeting rules, approves minutes and finances

The Winnebago County Veterans Service Commission met on June 13, 2022, and approved the meeting agenda, prior meeting minutes, and financial reports. The commission also went into closed session to discuss confidential applicant histories, as permitted by state statute. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included informational updates on outreach events, staffing, and the 2023 budget.

Mon Jun 13, 2022 · 18:00

Judiciary & Public Safety Committee

Committee considers advisory referendum on voting equity

The Judiciary & Public Safety Committee will discuss a proposed advisory referendum on voting equity for the November 8, 2022 general election. The body will also review requests to revise the state real estate transfer fees revenue sharing formula and discuss solid waste litigation regarding a de-watering project.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves amended resolution on hybrid, recorded meetings

The Judiciary & Public Safety Committee approved Resolution No. 59-052022, as amended, to require county board and committee meetings to be held in a hybrid mode with live streaming and recording. The amendments clarified wording, removed a retention period conflicting with state statute, and added a provision for public video appearances during comment periods. The committee also adopted Jefferson County Resolution 2022-11, amended to send copies to state officials and the Wisconsin Counties Association, requesting a revised real estate transfer fee revenue sharing formula.

Fri Jun 10, 2022 · 07:30

Planning & Zoning Committee - DELIBERATIVE

Planning & Zoning Committee to review conditional use request for Paul Lippold

The Planning & Zoning Committee is meeting to discuss a conditional use request. This meeting is also posted as an Aviation Committee meeting.

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✓ Decided: Conditional use approved for vehicle sales and repair in Black Wolf

The committee approved a conditional use permit for Paul Lippold at 6441 S US Highway 45, Town of Black Wolf, for vehicle sales and repair. The approval included all town and county conditions, with the county's review period amended from 12 months to 6 months. The motion carried 4-0.

Fri Jun 10, 2022 · 07:45

Planning & Zoning Committee - PLANNING

Planning and Zoning Committee meets June 10, 2022

The committee will review previous meeting minutes and discuss the Sawyer Creek Flood Storage zoning proposal. Discussion is also scheduled regarding Planned Development Districts (PDD).

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✓ Decided: Committee to seek FEMA/DNR meeting on Sawyer Creek flood map

The Planning & Zoning Committee approved minutes from prior meetings and discussed the Sawyer Creek Storage zoning proposal, which the County Board referred back to the committee. The committee reached a consensus to make one more attempt to hold a meeting with FEMA, the DNR, the City of Oshkosh, affected property owners, and the committee to resolve the issue. No formal action was taken on the proposal itself, and the committee also discussed Planned Development Districts without taking action.

Thu Jun 9, 2022 · 07:30

Board of Adjustment

No Board of Adjustment items scheduled for May or June meetings

The Winnebago County Board of Adjustment has no items scheduled for the upcoming public hearing or deliberative sessions. Consequently, there will be no meetings on May 26, May 31, or June 9.

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Wed Jun 8, 2022 · 15:00

Facilities & Property Management Committee

Committee considers $3 million budget transfer for Wittman Regional Airport hangars

The Facilities & Property Management Committee will discuss a capital project to construct T Hangars at Wittman Regional Airport. The body will also receive updates on the 980 Housing Project and historical marker installations.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves $3M T-hangar project at Wittman Regional Airport

The Facilities & Property Management Committee approved a $3,000,000 capital project and budget transfer to construct T-hangars at Wittman Regional Airport, with a total project cost of $4,300,000 and a $1,300,000 grant from the Wisconsin Bureau of Aeronautics. The motion passed 5-0. The committee also received updates on the 980 offender housing project, historical marker installation, and department staffing, which has nine vacancies.

Mon Jun 6, 2022 · 14:00

Human Services Board

Human Services Board to consider blending two part-time positions into one full-time role

The Winnebago County Human Services Board will review a budget overview and a financial report. Members will consider amending the department's table of organization regarding administrative staffing and discuss a future meeting location.

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✓ Decided: Human Services Board approves 2023 budget with $1.5M cut

The board approved the 2023 Human Services budget, which was reduced by $1.5 million through cuts to personnel, contracted services, and internal expenses. The board also approved blending two part-time administrative associate positions into one full-time position. Meeting location remains at Whitman Airport for now, with a possible move to Neenah Public Library under consideration.

Thu Jun 2, 2022 · 09:00

Land Conservation Committee

Land Conservation Committee reviews water quality cost-share agreements

The Land Conservation Committee will review reports on sediment reduction and water quality programs. The body is scheduled to approve three specific cost-share agreements for well abandonment and wetland restoration.

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✓ Decided: LCC approves three cost-share agreements for water quality projects

The Winnebago County Land Conservation Committee approved three cost-share agreements totaling $6,341.60 for well abandonment and wetland restoration projects. The committee also received updates on soil health initiatives and the Winnebago Waterways Program, and discussed a compressed work schedule for staff.

Thu Jun 2, 2022 · 09:00

Personnel & Finance Committee

Committee considers $4.3 million airport project and new facility for sexual offenders

The Personnel & Finance Committee is reviewing several capital projects, including a residential facility for released violent sexual offenders and airport hangar construction. The body is also discussing staffing changes for the Department of Human Services and Park View Health Center, as well as the creation of a Department of Administration.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves $4.3M T-hangar project at Wittman Regional Airport

The Personnel & Finance Committee approved a $4.3 million capital project to construct 20 T-hangar units at Wittman Regional Airport, funded with $3 million in bond proceeds and $1.3 million from the Wisconsin Bureau of Aeronautics. The committee also approved a $1,068,427 project to build a residential facility for released violent sexual offenders, and a $1,524,580 addition to the Sheriff's Office evidence storage building to include a morgue and coroner's office. Several other resolutions were approved, including a $6/hour shift differential for highway night work (amended to $12/hour), a $14,700 K-9 donation, and a $1,041 fire suppression tool donation. One resolution to build a Sheriff's Office evidence storage and coroner's office building was tabled.

Wed Jun 1, 2022 · 08:00

Aviation Committee

Aviation Committee to consider ATC tower window funding and ground lease renewal

The Aviation Committee will discuss and vote on a budget transfer for airport infrastructure and a lease renewal. The meeting includes reports on the East GA T-Hangar project and a Capital Improvement Plan public hearing overview.

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✓ Decided: Aviation Committee approves ground lease renewal and $28K budget transfer

The Winnebago County Aviation Committee approved a 20-year ground lease renewal for Wings as Eagles Mission Air Services, Inc., with rent adjustments tied to CPI-U every three years. They also approved a $28,000 budget transfer to fully fund the air traffic control tower cab window replacement project, which had come in over budget. The committee discussed the East GA T-Hangar project, noting a proposed rent increase to $325 per month and a waiting list of over 50 individuals, but took no action. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

Wed Jun 1, 2022 · 09:00

Solid Waste Management Board

Solid Waste Management Board discusses budget adjustments and power agreements

The Board will discuss 2022 budget adjustments and operational program reports. A closed session is scheduled to deliberate or negotiate Power Purchase Agreement negotiations.

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✓ Decided: Solid Waste Board approves $90K legal budget increase for landfill lawsuit

The Winnebago County Solid Waste Management Board approved a $90,000 increase to the 2022 Legal Services budget, raising it from $10,000 to $100,000, to cover anticipated expenses from a Snell Road Landfill drawdown event lawsuit. The board also discussed the county's plan to develop housing for released 980 offenders on Solid Waste Department property, with some members expressing concerns about lack of consultation. Staffing updates and operational reports on landfill gas engines were presented, but no other formal decisions were made.

Wed Jun 1, 2022 · 18:00

County Board of Supervisors

Public hearing on airport aid petitions

The County Board of Supervisors is holding a public hearing regarding petitions to the State of Wisconsin for federal and state airport aid for Wittman Regional Airport. The meeting includes a presentation of proposed projects for public comment.

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Tue May 31, 2022 · 07:30

Board of Adjustment

Winnebago County Board of Adjustment cancels May 31 meeting

The Board of Adjustment meeting scheduled for May 31 has been cancelled. There are no items for the public hearing.

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Tue May 31, 2022 · 16:30

Highway Committee

Highway Committee to discuss road projects and night pay for crews

The Highway Committee will discuss drainage on CTH E in the Town of Algoma and road projects involving CTH CB/CTH JJ and CTH T/Pioneer Road. The body will also consider actions regarding night pay for crews on state roads and the vacation of a parcel on CTH P.

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✓ Decided: Highway Committee approves $6/hr night pay incentive for state road work

The Winnebago County Highway Committee approved a $6.00 per hour night pay incentive for crews working on state highways, replacing the previous $2/hour shift differential. The committee also approved vacating a remnant parcel along CTH "P" in Menasha, accepted a trailer-mounted attenuator from WisDOT, and set future meetings for the third Monday at 9:00 a.m. All votes were unanimous.

Tue May 31, 2022 · 18:30

Planning & Zoning Committee - PUBLIC HEARING

Planning & Zoning Committee to hold public hearing for Paul Lippold

The committee will hold a public hearing regarding a conditional use request for a property in the Town of Black Wolf. The body will also discuss and take action on future meeting dates and times.

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✓ Decided: Committee keeps meeting schedule, hears vehicle shop CUP

The Winnebago County Planning & Zoning Committee voted 5-0 to keep its existing meeting dates and times. The public hearing on Paul Lippold's conditional use permit for a vehicle sales and repair shop at 6441 S US Highway 45 was held, with testimony both for and against, but no committee action was taken on the permit during this hearing.

Fri May 27, 2022 · 07:30

Planning & Zoning Committee - VIEWING

No viewing meeting scheduled for May 27, 2022

There are no new items for the Planning & Zoning Committee public hearing. The next public hearing on May 31, 2022, will address the Paul Lippold Conditional Use matter adjourned from April.

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Thu May 26, 2022 · 19:00

Winnebago County Drainage Board - Larsen Drainage District

Larsen Drainage District to discuss boundaries and maintenance

The Winnebago County Drainage Board is meeting to discuss operational matters for the Larsen Drainage District. The board will review district boundaries and corridor maintenance plans.

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✓ Decided: Drainage board postpones district boundary expansion discussion

The Winnebago County Drainage Board for the Larsen Drainage District voted 4-1 to postpone discussion on expanding the district boundaries. The board also approved an accounts payable policy and paid $17,272.70 in invoices and reimbursements. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included updates on GIS, corridor maintenance, water levels, and stormwater permitting.

Thu May 26, 2022 · 07:30

Board of Adjustment

No Board of Adjustment items scheduled for May public hearings

There are no items on the agenda for the upcoming Board of Adjustment meetings. Consequently, the viewing, public hearing, and deliberative sessions scheduled for May and June will not take place.

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Mon May 23, 2022 · 08:00

Parks Commission

Parks Commission to discuss Sunnyview Expo and broadcasting sponsorship

The Parks & Recreation Committee will review department overviews and the Waukau Dam. The body is deciding on a three-year sponsorship agreement with Cumulus Broadcasting and scheduling a park tour.

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✓ Decided: Parks Committee moves meetings to 4th Monday, recommends Cumulus sponsorship

The Winnebago County Parks & Recreation Committee voted to move its meetings to the fourth Monday of each month at 3 p.m. and recommended a three-year sponsorship contract with Cumulus Broadcasting to the County Board. The committee also discussed but took no action on Waukau Dam improvements, utility fees, ATV trail access, and the 4H contract.

Fri May 20, 2022 · 07:30

Board of Health

Board of Health holds organizational meeting and votes on budget transfers

The Board of Health is holding an organizational meeting to elect officers and establish a meeting schedule. The board will also vote on budget transfers related to the PHAST grant and the Lead Abatement Program.

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✓ Decided: Board of Health elects new officers, approves budget transfers

The Winnebago County Board of Health elected Rachel Youngquist as Chair, Ralph Harrison as Vice Chair, and Mike Norton as Secretary. The board approved two budget transfers: $148,102 for the PHAST grant and an unspecified amount for the Lead Abatement Program. It also set its meeting schedule for the third Friday of each month at 7:30 AM.

Thu May 19, 2022 · 09:00

Solid Waste Management Board

Solid Waste Management Board discusses annual recycling reports

The board will discuss the Annual Responsible Unit of Government (RUG) Recycling Meeting. Discussion topics include a recycling program summary, operations, communications, and an annual financial report.

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Thu May 19, 2022 · 09:00

UW Education, Extension & Agriculture Committee

UW Education, Extension & Agriculture Committee meeting on May 19, 2022

The committee will receive reports from the Winnebago County Fair Association and various UW Division of Extension programs. The agenda also includes updates regarding facilities, staff, and department operations.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves March 2021 minutes, hears Extension updates

The committee approved the minutes from the March 17, 2021 meeting (5-0) and received reports from Extension staff on community development, 4-H programs, and administrative updates. No substantive policy decisions were made; the meeting was primarily informational and procedural.

Thu May 19, 2022 · 15:30

Park View Health Center Committee

Park View Health Center Committee discusses staffing and incentives

The committee will review administrator reports regarding the Training Center and COVID-19. Members will also discuss or take action on various staff differentials, incentive programs, and a change to the table of organization.

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✓ Decided: Park View Health Center Committee approves staffing incentives and reorganization

The committee approved pay differentials, a pre-shift commitment incentive, and an emergency staffing incentive, all by 5-0 voice votes. It also approved transferring 6 CNA FTE positions to 6 Hospitality Aides FTE. The next meeting is scheduled for June 16, 2022.

Wed May 18, 2022 · 18:00

Judiciary & Public Safety Committee

Committee considers budget transfers and sheriff's office donations

The Judiciary & Public Safety Committee will vote on several capital project requests and resolutions. Items include funding for offender housing, evidence storage, and various equipment donations.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves $1.07M housing for released 980 offenders

The Judiciary & Public Safety Committee approved a $1,068,427 capital project to design and construct a 6-studio residence for released 980 sex offenders, and a revised $1,830,080 project for a Sheriff evidence storage and Coroner morgue building. They also approved resolutions for a July 4th Declaration of Independence reading, a K-9 unit donation, and a fire suppression tool donation. Two items on voting equity and election administration donations were tabled.

Wed May 18, 2022 · 09:00

Solid Waste Management Board

Solid Waste Management Board meets May 18, 2022

The Solid Waste Management Board will conduct an annual election of officers and review financial reports. The meeting also includes operational program reports and a facility tour for board members.

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✓ Decided: Solid Waste Board approves $353,900 surplus return to RUGs

The Winnebago County Solid Waste Management Board approved the 2021 Responsible Unit of Government (RUG) financial report and authorized returning $353,900 in surplus revenues to RUGs based on percentage tonnages. The board also elected officers for the year and postponed operational program reports to the next meeting. No other substantive decisions were made.

Tue May 17, 2022 · 18:00

County Board of Supervisors

Board considers $5.16 million for highway infrastructure

The Winnebago County Board of Supervisors is meeting to vote on several high-cost infrastructure projects and department budget transfers. The body will also consider appointments to various commissions and a zoning change in the Town of Winchester.

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✓ Decided: County Board approves $5.16M highway capital program and $750K parking lot work

The Winnebago County Board approved a $5.16 million highway capital improvement program and $750,000 for parking lot improvements, funded with bond proceeds. The board also authorized $300,000 for design services for the Highway Department building update. Several appointments to county boards and commissions were approved, and a resolution opposing flood storage mapping for Sawyer Creek was withdrawn.

Thu May 12, 2022 · 16:30

Highway Committee

Northeast Region Commissioners and Committee members spring meeting

The Northeast Region Commissioners and Committee members are holding a spring meeting hosted by Outagamie County. The agenda includes updates from WisDOT leadership regarding statewide, regional, and maintenance perspectives.

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Wed May 11, 2022 · 15:00

Facilities & Property Management Committee

Committee discusses housing projects and USDA office remodeling

The Facilities & Property Management Committee will discuss several capital project budget transfers. These include funding for residential housing for released offenders and a remodel of the USDA office suite.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves $1.07M for 980 offender housing design and construction

The committee approved a $1,068,427 capital project and budget transfer to design and construct residential housing for released 980 offenders, with an amendment requiring the design to return to the committee for review. It also approved a $259,900 transfer to remodel the USDA office suite per USDA requirements. Both motions passed 5-0.

Tue May 10, 2022 · 08:00

Parks Commission

Parks & Recreation Committee to hold ribbon cutting for dog park

The Winnebago County Parks & Recreation Committee is meeting to conduct a ribbon cutting ceremony. The event is taking place at the Jerry Finch Winnebago County Dog Park.

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Mon May 9, 2022 · 11:00

Veterans Service Commission

Veterans Service Commission meets to review emergency relief grant applications

The Commission will meet to review personal, financial, and medical information to determine the distribution of emergency relief grants. The meeting includes a closed session to discuss applicant histories to protect individual reputations.

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✓ Decided: Veterans Service Commission approves agenda, minutes, and financial reports

The Winnebago County Veterans Service Commission met on May 9, 2022, and approved the meeting agenda, the April 11, 2022 meeting minutes, and the April 11, 2022 financial reports, all by unanimous vote. The commission also entered closed session to discuss confidential applicant information, as permitted by state statute, and returned to open session. No substantive policy decisions were made; the meeting focused on routine approvals and office updates.

Mon May 9, 2022 · 15:30

Park View Health Center Committee

Park View Health Center Committee to discuss staffing crisis proposal

The Park View Health Center Committee will meet to review a proposal regarding a staffing crisis. The agenda also includes reports on the Training Center, COVID-19, and census data.

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✓ Decided: Park View Health Center committee hears staffing crisis proposals

The committee approved the April 5, 2022 minutes (4-0, 1 abstention) and heard an update on the staffing crisis, including three proposals (shift differentials, pre-shift commitment incentives, emergency staffing incentives) being developed with the County Executive's Office and Human Resources. Administrator Kara Gruber announced her resignation. No formal action was taken on the staffing proposals.

Fri May 6, 2022 · 07:30

Planning & Zoning Committee - DELIBERATIVE

Review of preliminary plat for Willow Lane Condominium in Town of Wolf River

The Planning & Zoning Committee will discuss the 2nd Addendum to the Willow Lane Condominium. This item concerns a preliminary plat located south of 9251 Willow Ln and west of 9213 Willow Ln in the Town of Wolf River.

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✓ Decided: Willow Lane 4-lot subdivision approved with conditions

The committee approved a preliminary plat for a four-lot subdivision at Willow Lane in the Town of Wolf River, with conditions as recommended by staff. The motion carried 5-0. No other substantive decisions were made.

Fri May 6, 2022 · 07:45

Planning & Zoning Committee - PLANNING

Committee reviews amendment for Michels Road & Stone Inc in Town of Nekimi

The Planning and Zoning Committee will review an amendment request for a conditional use permit and a town zoning ordinance amendment. The meeting also includes staff reports on rezoning and ordinance rewrite projects.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves CU amendment for Michels loading docks

The Planning & Zoning Committee approved an amendment to Conditional Use Permit 2017-CU-4250 for Michels Road and Stone INC to construct two loading docks at their existing site east of 1687 Old Knapp Rd, Town of Nekimi. The committee also voted to forward a Town of Winchester zoning change for Olson to the County Board. Staff provided updates on the A-1 rezoning project and subdivision ordinance rewrite, with consensus to delay sending rezoning letters until late summer. Minutes from four prior meetings were approved.

Thu May 5, 2022 · 09:00

Personnel & Finance Committee

Committee discusses highway, sheriff, and department budget transfers

The Personnel & Finance Committee is reviewing several budget transfers and resolutions. Items include funding for infrastructure, jail flooring, and the creation of a new Department of Administration.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves $5.16M highway infrastructure plan

The Winnebago County Personnel & Finance Committee approved several budget transfers and resolutions, including a $5.16 million highway capital improvement program and $750,000 for parking lot improvements. It also authorized $300,000 for design services for highway building repairs, approved a $238,370 transfer for sheriff's boathouse repairs (3-1), and accepted a contract for kayak rentals at Asylum Bay. The committee approved multiple pay grade reclassifications and set future meetings for 9 a.m. on the first Thursday of each month.

Thu May 5, 2022 · 07:30

Board of Adjustment

Board of Adjustment meetings cancelled for April and May

There are no items for the April Public Hearing. Consequently, the viewing on April 21, the public hearing on April 27, and the deliberative meeting on May 5 are cancelled.

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Thu May 5, 2022 · 09:00

Land Conservation Committee

Land Conservation Committee to review stormwater and climate grant updates

The Winnebago County Land Conservation Committee will meet to discuss stormwater consortium initiatives and USDA climate-smart commodity grant proposals. The committee will also review project lists and compliance notification letters.

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✓ Decided: LCC sets monthly meetings for first Thursday at 9 a.m.

The Winnebago County Land Conservation Committee approved a new monthly meeting time (first Thursday at 9:00 a.m.) and approved NR 151/ATCP 50 compliance notification letters. Members also welcomed new members, heard a stormwater consortium presentation, and received updates on grant proposals and staff recruitment.

Wed May 4, 2022 · 08:00

Aviation Committee

Aviation Committee discusses ground leases and hangar funding

The Aviation Committee will review reports regarding the Aviation Business Park and East GA T-Hangar Project. The committee is scheduled to discuss and vote on two ground lease agreements and a capital funding request for the East General Aviation T-hangar Project.

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✓ Decided: Aviation Committee approves $3M county request for new T-hangars

The committee approved a capital funding request for the East General Aviation T-Hangar Project, which includes 20 new hangar units and a public restroom, with an estimated total cost of $4.3 million. They also approved a ground lease with Yankee/November, LLC for a private hangar. The committee voted to change its meeting time to 8:00 a.m. on the first Wednesday of each month.

Tue May 3, 2022 · 18:00

County Board of Supervisors

County Board reviews capital improvement projects and emergency response

The Winnebago County Board of Supervisors will receive reports on infrastructure projects and emergency responses. The session includes updates on the 980 status and a review of the February 18, 2022 snow squall response.

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✓ Decided: County board hears updates on 980 sex offender housing, snow squall response

The Winnebago County Board met on May 3, 2022, and heard presentations on several topics but took no formal votes on substantive matters. The board received updates on the county's obligations under Wisconsin Act 184 for housing sex offenders, a review of the February 18 snow squall rescue operations, and capital improvement proposals for a redundant fiber loop, airport T-hangars, and highway projects. No decisions were made on these items; they were informational only.

Mon May 2, 2022 · 14:00

Human Services Board

Winnebago County Human Services Board to elect officers

The Human Services Board will meet to elect officers and introduce new board member Bill Topel. The meeting includes reports on finances, inpatient and institutional placement statistics, and departmental updates.

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✓ Decided: Winnebago County Human Services Board elects new officers

The board elected Larry Lautenschlager as Chair, Ralph Harrison as Vice Chair, and Donna Lohry as Secretary. They also approved the minutes of the April 4, 2022 meeting and accepted the ADRC committee minutes. The meeting included informational reports and updates on upcoming events.

Wed Apr 27, 2022 · 18:30

Planning & Zoning Committee - PUBLIC HEARING

Planning and Zoning Committee meeting on April 27, 2022

The committee will conduct a public hearing regarding two specific land use items. One item is an adjourned conditional use matter, and the other involves a preliminary plat addendum.

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✓ Decided: Committee adjourns vehicle sales/repair CUP for 30 days

The Winnebago County Planning & Zoning Committee held a public hearing and voted 5-0 to adjourn Paul Lippold's conditional use permit request for a vehicle sales and repair shop for 30 days, pending a new Town of Black Wolf hearing. The committee also heard a preliminary plat request for the Willow Lane Condominium 2nd Addendum but took no action on it.

Wed Apr 27, 2022 · 07:30

Board of Adjustment

Winnebago County Board of Adjustment April meeting cancelled

There are no items for the April Public Hearing. Consequently, the meetings scheduled for April 21, April 27, and May 5 are cancelled.

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Wed Apr 27, 2022 · 07:30

Planning & Zoning Committee - VIEWING

Review of preliminary plat for Willow Lane Condominium

The Planning & Zoning Committee is reviewing the 2nd Addendum to the Willow Lane Condominium. This item concerns a preliminary plat located south of 9251 Willow Ln and west of 9213 Willow Ln in the Town of Wolf River.

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✓ Decided: Committee views Willow Lane Condominium preliminary plat

The Planning & Zoning Committee held a site viewing of the 2nd Addendum to Willow Lane Condominium, located south of 9251 Willow Lane and west of 9213 Willow Lane in the Town of Wolf River, for a preliminary plat. No formal decisions were made during the viewing; the meeting adjourned at 9:15 a.m.

Tue Apr 26, 2022 · 18:00

County Board of Supervisors

County board to vote on $170,700 budget transfer for UWO-Fox Cities campus design work

The Winnebago County Board of Supervisors will hold a regular business meeting on April 26, 2022, at 6:00 p.m. in the County Board Room. The board will consider a series of resolutions and ordinances, including a $170,700 budget transfer for design and engineering services at the UWO-Fox Cities campus, a zoning ordinance amendment for the Town of Oshkosh, and several items related to emergency management, parks, and county operations. The meeting also includes routine items such as approval of previous meeting minutes, committee appointments, and commendations.

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✓ Decided: County board approves $170,700 UWO-Fox Cities design work

The Winnebago County Board approved a $170,700 budget transfer for design and engineering services at the UWO-Fox Cities campus, despite a failed motion to postpone. The board also adopted the updated hazard mitigation plan, approved multiple appointments, and passed several resolutions including mutual aid and grant authorizations. A resolution to compensate supervisors for an informational session failed.

🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion by Supervisor Dowling, seconded by Supervisor Powers to postpone this resolution until the next meeting. Vote to Postpone: FAILED BY VOICE VOTE. Vote on Resolution:
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Motion by Supervisor Norton, seconded by Supervisor Gordon to postpone until May 17, 2022. Vote to Postpone: AYES: 6 – Gabert, Gordon, Norton, Gustafson, Farrey and Miller: NAYES: 27; ABSTAIN: 0…
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Defferding nay · Stafford nay · Norton nay · Gustafson nay · Miller nay
Thu Apr 21, 2022 · 07:30

Board of Adjustment

Winnebago County Board of Adjustment cancels April meetings

The Board of Adjustment has no items for the April public hearing. Consequently, the meetings scheduled for April 21, April 27, and May 5 are cancelled.

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Tue Apr 19, 2022 · 16:30

Highway Committee

Highway Committee to vote on 2022 capital road projects

The Highway Committee is meeting to approve several 2022 capital road projects and accept reimbursement funds. The projects include construction, design, and mill and overlay work across various county trunk highways.

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Thu Apr 14, 2022 · 17:30

Board of Adjustment - PUBLIC HEARING

Board of Adjustment meeting on April 14, 2022

The Board of Adjustment will meet to approve previous meeting minutes and conduct a public hearing regarding a variance request in the Town of Neenah. The agenda also includes a posting for the Facilities & Property Management committee.

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Wed Apr 13, 2022 · 15:00

Facilities & Property Management Committee

Committee discusses boathouse repairs and facility expansions

The committee will consider a budget transfer of $238,370 for the Boathouse Repair Capital Project. Members will also discuss expanding the Evidence Garage to include a morgue and coroner's office, as well as expanding the 980 Residential Facility.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves $238,370 transfer for boathouse repair

The Facilities & Property Management Committee approved a $238,370 budget transfer for the Boathouse Repair Capital Project, expanded the Evidence Garage project to include a morgue and coroner's office, and reclassified custodian positions to Facilities Assistant. The committee also discussed a capital project to expand the 980 Residential Facility but took no action.

Wed Apr 13, 2022 · 09:00

Solid Waste Management Board

Board to discuss Snell Road Landfill groundwater drawdown claim

The Solid Waste Management Board will meet to discuss and take action regarding a Notice of Claim for a groundwater drawdown event at the Snell Road Landfill. The meeting includes a closed session to confer with legal counsel on litigation strategy.

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Tue Apr 12, 2022 · 08:00

Parks Commission

Parks & Recreation Committee to discuss kayak rentals and dog park updates

The committee will review construction updates for Sunnyview Expo and the 2022 Equine Complex Capital Project. Members will consider agreements for kayak rentals at Asylum Point and updates to Chapter 19 regarding dog parks.

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✓ Decided: Parks Commission approves $127K Sunnyview Expo upgrades

The Winnebago County Parks Commission approved a $127,000 capital project for LED lights, blacktop repair, and gutter installation at the Sunnyview Expo, and entered a contract with MidWest Rental Company for kayak rentals at Asylum Point. It also amended county code for dog park rules, approved a $1,841 budget transfer for a memorial bench, and declined to add names to a bench at the dog park.

Mon Apr 11, 2022 · 11:00

Veterans Service Commission

Veterans Service Commission meets to review emergency relief grant applications

The Commission will meet to review personal, financial, and medical information to determine the distribution of emergency relief grants. The meeting includes a closed session to discuss applicant histories and an update on state, federal, and local legislation.

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Mon Apr 11, 2022 · 18:00

Judiciary & Public Safety Committee

Committee considers jail flooring, staffing, and boathouse repairs

The Judiciary & Public Safety Committee will vote on several requests from Sheriff John Matz. These include funding for the Broad Street Boathouse, floor replacements in jail pods, and adding a Lieutenant position to the Corrections Division.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves $239K extra for Broad Street Boathouse repair

The Judiciary & Public Safety Committee approved an additional $239,000 for the Broad Street Boathouse repair/replacement, approved replacing jail pod carpet with vinyl flooring, and approved adding a Corrections Division Lieutenant. All votes were 5-0.

Fri Apr 8, 2022 · 07:30

Planning & Zoning Committee - DELIBERATIVE

Planning & Zoning Deliberative Meeting canceled

The Planning & Zoning Deliberative Meeting scheduled for April 8 at 7:30 a.m. has been canceled.

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Fri Apr 8, 2022 · 07:45

Planning & Zoning Committee - PLANNING

Committee reviews agreement with East Central Regional Planning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Committee will consider an updated agreement with the East Central Regional Planning Commission regarding non-metallic mining ordinances. The body will also review town zoning ordinance amendments to forward to the County Board.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves updated ECRPC mining ordinance agreement

The Planning & Zoning Committee approved an updated agreement with the East Central Regional Planning Commission (ECRPC) to administer the state-mandated non-metallic mining ordinance, at no cost to the county. The committee also voted to forward Town of Oshkosh zoning ordinance amendments to the County Board. Minutes from several prior meetings were approved.

Thu Apr 7, 2022 · 09:00

Land Conservation Committee

Land Conservation Committee discusses water quality and climate grants

The committee will review progress on the Multi-Discharger Variance Program and discuss a USDA grant for climate-smart commodities. Members will also consider a resolution regarding 'Waters of the United States' regulations and a well abandonment cost-share agreement.

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✓ Decided: LCC approves WOTUS resolution and $500 well abandonment cost-share

The Winnebago County Land Conservation Committee approved a resolution supporting NACo's position on WOTUS regulations, amended to forward it to the State of Wisconsin, and approved a $500 cost-share agreement for Ethan Calder's well abandonment project. The committee also received updates on the Multi-Discharger Variance Program and discussed the USDA Climate-Smart Commodities Grant.

Thu Apr 7, 2022 · 09:00

Personnel & Finance Committee

Committee considers $170,700 for UWO-Fox Cities Campus design services

The Personnel & Finance Committee will review budget transfers and resolutions regarding county facilities and grant applications. The body is deciding on staffing changes for the Facilities Department and funding for campus engineering services.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves $170,700 design work for UW-Fox Cities project

The Personnel & Finance Committee approved a $170,700 budget transfer for design and engineering services for the UW-Fox Cities Campus food service and student development areas, passing 3-2. It also approved budget transfers for Land & Water Conservation and the Sheriff's Office, amended prior meeting minutes, and approved several resolutions including a facilities department reorganization and grant applications.

Wed Apr 6, 2022 · 08:00

Aviation Committee

Aviation Committee discusses lease agreements and airport updates

The Aviation Committee will review reports on the Aviation Business Park and East GA Hangar development. The committee is also scheduled to discuss and vote on a ground lease with Felix Auto & Tire LLC and an operator agreement renewal with Aviation Services LLC.

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✓ Decided: Aviation Committee approves 20-year ground lease for Felix Auto & Tire hangar

The committee approved a 20-year ground lease with Felix Auto & Tire LLC for a private hangar at Wittman Regional Airport, and renewed the operator agreement and hangar lease with Aviation Services LLC for one year. Both motions passed unanimously (5-0). No other substantive decisions were made; the rest of the meeting was informational.

Wed Apr 6, 2022 · 09:00

Solid Waste Management Board

Board discusses Snell Road Landfill groundwater claim and gas operations

The Board will discuss a notice of claim regarding a groundwater drawdown event at the Snell Road Landfill. The meeting also includes an operational update on landfill gas.

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✓ Decided: Solid Waste Board hears landfill gas engine updates, no action taken

The Winnebago County Solid Waste Management Board met on April 6, 2022, and approved the agenda and prior minutes. No substantive decisions were made; the board discussed landfill gas operations, including engine repairs and a feasibility study, and entered closed session for legal advice on a landfill claim.

Tue Apr 5, 2022 · 15:30

Park View Health Center Committee

Park View Health Center Committee meets April 5, 2022

The committee will review the February 1, 2022, minutes and receive reports from the Administrator. Discussion topics include resident voting and updates on training, annual surveys, COVID-19, and census reviews.

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✓ Decided: Park View Health Center Committee approves Feb. 1 minutes, hears reports

The committee approved the February 1, 2022 meeting minutes by a 5-0 voice vote. No public comment was given. The administrator provided updates on the training center, annual survey, COVID-19 status, and census, and the financial report for March 2022 was presented. No substantive decisions were made beyond the minutes approval.

Mon Apr 4, 2022 · 14:00

Human Services Board

Winnebago County Human Services Board meeting on April 4, 2022

The board will review program updates and financial reports. Discussion items include the BH Drop-In Center at the Carter Building and inpatient/institutional placement statistics.

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✓ Decided: Human Services Board approves minutes, hears of new BH drop-in center

The Winnebago County Human Services Board approved the minutes from its March 7 and March 22 meetings and accepted the ADRC committee minutes. Staff reported on a new behavioral health drop-in center opening at the Carter building, projected year-end surplus of $4.6 million, and 22 staff vacancies. No substantive policy decisions were made beyond routine approvals.

Tue Mar 29, 2022 · 08:00

Board of Adjustment - VIEWING

Board of Adjustment hearing for a variance in the Town of Neenah

The Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing regarding a variance request. The matter concerns property located at 1650 S Park Ave in the Town of Neenah.

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Tue Mar 29, 2022 · 18:00

County Board of Supervisors

Board considers accepting $10.3 million Neighborhood Improvement Grant

The Winnebago County Board of Supervisors will meet to consider a resolution regarding grant funding. The board is reviewing the acceptance of a Neighborhood Improvement Grant Fund and a corresponding budget transfer.

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✓ Decided: County accepts $10.35M state grant for housing, homelessness

The Winnebago County Board accepted a $10,351,686.15 Neighborhood Improvement Fund grant from the state, funded by ARPA, and approved a budget transfer for shovel-ready projects and a homelessness prevention pilot program. An amendment requiring each grant recipient to report to the board every six months was approved 22-12. The resolution as amended passed by voice vote, with two abstentions.

🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
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Wise yea · Nussbaum yea · Gordon yea · Wingren yea · Lautenschlager yea · Norton yea · Schellenger yea · Buck yea · Powers yea · Keller yea · Snider yea
Tue Mar 29, 2022 · 18:30

Planning & Zoning Committee - PUBLIC HEARING

Public hearing regarding conditional use at 6441 S US Highway 45

The Planning & Zoning Committee will hold a public hearing for Paul Lippold. The matter concerns a conditional use request located in the Town of Black Wolf.

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✓ Decided: Conditional use hearing held for vehicle sales/repair shop in Black Wolf

The Planning & Zoning Committee held a public hearing on a conditional use permit for a vehicle sales and repair shop at 6441 S US Highway 45, Town of Black Wolf. No decision was made; the hearing was closed after testimony. The meeting adjourned without a vote on the permit.

Fri Mar 25, 2022 · 07:30

Planning & Zoning Committee - VIEWING

Planning & Zoning Committee to review conditional use request in Town of Black Wolf

The Planning & Zoning Committee is meeting to conduct a viewing agenda. The session includes a review of a conditional use request for a property in the Town of Black Wolf.

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Thu Mar 24, 2022 · 07:30

Board of Adjustment - DELIBERATIVE

Board of Adjustment meeting on March 24, 2022

The Board of Adjustment will meet to discuss a variance request for the Town of Neenah. This meeting is also posted as a meeting for Facilities & Property Management.

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Tue Mar 22, 2022 · 14:00

Human Services Board

Board to consider Neighborhood Investment Fund Grant and homelessness pilot program

The Winnebago County Human Services Board will meet to consider accepting a grant from the Wisconsin Department of Administration. The board will also consider authorizing the Homelessness Prevention Center Pilot Program through Human Services.

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Tue Mar 22, 2022 · 08:00

Parks Commission

Parks & Recreation Committee to discuss boat landing and snowmobile grants

The committee will review updates on the Sunnyview Expo and construction. Members will discuss or take action on grants for the Grundman Boat Landing and WI DNR Snowmobile Grant for 2022-2023.

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✓ Decided: Parks Commission approves grant applications for boat landing and snowmobile trails

The Winnebago County Parks Commission approved two grant applications to the Wisconsin DNR: one for the Grundman Boat Landing improvement project and one for snowmobile trail maintenance. The commission also discussed maintenance of Ken Robl Park, noting the Parks Department lacks funds and staff to take over the property, and no decision was made. The meeting was otherwise routine, with updates on construction and park operations.

Mon Mar 21, 2022 · 07:45

Planning & Zoning Committee - PLANNING

Planning & Zoning Committee to hear Sawyer Creek presentation

The Planning and Zoning Committee will meet to receive a presentation from City of Oshkosh Engineering regarding Sawyer Creek. The meeting includes a public question and answer session.

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✓ Decided: Sawyer Creek floodplain study presented; no decisions made

The Planning and Zoning Committee held an informational meeting on the Sawyer Creek Floodplain Study. No formal decisions were made; the committee will discuss next steps at a future meeting, potentially followed by a public hearing and County Board action.

Mon Mar 21, 2022 · 16:30

Highway Committee

Highway Committee to vote on 2022 Uniform Utility Accommodation Policy

The Highway Committee will meet to adopt a revised utility accommodation policy. The body will also discuss road projects and safety awareness.

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✓ Decided: Highway Committee adopts revised utility accommodation policy

The Winnebago County Highway Committee approved adopting the revised Wisconsin County Highway Association Uniform Utility Accommodation Policy, which governs utility work along county highway right-of-way. The committee also discussed the Pioneer Road/CTH T/CTH II project, the CTH CB/JJ roundabout project, and general operations, but no other formal decisions were made.

Fri Mar 18, 2022 · 07:30

Board of Health

Winnebago County Board of Health meets March 18, 2022

The Board of Health will review the 2021 year-end financials and receive a COVID-19 response update. The meeting includes a presentation on housing stability and the Neighborhood Investment Fund Grant.

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Thu Mar 17, 2022 · 09:00

UW Education, Extension & Agriculture Committee

UW Education, Extension & Agriculture Committee to meet March 17

The committee will convene for a regular meeting with public comment, approval of February minutes, and reports from the Diversity Affairs Commission, UW Extension programs, and Extension administration. No major decisions or proposals are listed; the agenda is largely procedural and informational.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves minutes, hears extension program updates

The committee approved the February 10, 2021 minutes (4-0) and heard reports from Extension staff on financial education, FoodWIse, and facility updates. No substantive policy decisions were made; the meeting was primarily informational.

Wed Mar 16, 2022 · 09:00

Solid Waste Management Board

Solid Waste Management Board meets March 16, 2022

The Solid Waste Management Board will meet to discuss operational program reports and take action on the 2022 Retained Earnings Reservation Allocation. The meeting includes a call for public comments on agenda items.

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✓ Decided: Solid Waste Board tables $33M retained earnings allocation plan

The Winnebago County Solid Waste Management Board discussed a proposed 2022 retained earnings reservation allocation totaling $33 million but took no action, asking staff to revise it based on member comments and bring it back later. The board approved the meeting agenda and prior minutes, both 8-0. No other formal decisions were made.

Tue Mar 15, 2022 · 18:00

County Board of Supervisors

Board considers $10.3M ARPA grant for housing stability

The Winnebago County Board of Supervisors will discuss a $10.3M state ARPA grant for housing stability. The body is also deciding on several public safety funding requests and zoning changes in the Towns of Black Wolf, Winchester, and Nepeuskun.

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✓ Decided: Board approves $293,200 jail cell remodel to curb infectious disease spread

The Winnebago County Board approved a $293,200 transfer from undesignated funds to remodel 45 jail cells to reduce infectious disease spread, and adopted the Diversity Affairs Commission by-laws and strategic plan (28-4). The board also approved a $897,863 DOJ grant for substance abuse diversion, a 5.5-year police services contract with the Town of Clayton, and a ground lease for an eVTOL site at Wittman Regional Airport. Several commendations and budget transfers were approved, and salaries for Sheriff and Clerk of Courts were set for 2023-2026.

🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion by Supervisor Wingren, seconded by Supervisor Ellis to call the question. Vote on Call the Question: AYES: 28; NAYES: 5 – Gabert, Hinz, Schellenger, Buck and Powers: ABSTAIN: 0; ABSENT: 2 –…
3 yea
Wingren yea · Hinz yea · Joas yea
motion to amend:
13 yea
Defferding yea · Lenz yea · Gordon yea · Norton yea · Hinz yea · Zellmer yea · Schellenger yea · Buck yea · Powers yea · Finch yea · Farrey yea · Egan yea · Snider yea
Mon Mar 14, 2022 · 11:00

Veterans Service Commission

Veterans Service Commission to review emergency relief grant applications

The commission will meet to review personal, financial, and medical information to determine the distribution of emergency relief grants. This portion of the meeting will be conducted in closed session. The body will also review financial reports and legislative updates.

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✓ Decided: Veterans Service Commission approves agenda, minutes, and financial reports

The Winnebago County Veterans Service Commission met on March 14, 2022, and approved the meeting agenda, prior meeting minutes, and financial reports. The commission also entered closed session to discuss confidential applicant histories, as permitted by state statute. No public comments were made, and no substantive policy decisions were taken.

Mon Mar 14, 2022 · 18:00

Judiciary & Public Safety Committee

Committee considers $6,500 grant for Sheriff's Office ballistic shield

The Judiciary & Public Safety Committee will meet to discuss updates from the Coroner's Office and the Sheriff's Report. The committee is scheduled to vote on accepting a grant for equipment.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves $6,500 grant for ballistic shields

The Judiciary & Public Safety Committee approved a $6,500 HS ALERT SWAT Ballistic Shields grant to purchase ballistic shields for the Sheriff's Office and surrounding agencies. The committee also discussed options for a permanent morgue, with a preference for a space in the new Sheriff's Office Evidence Garage. Minutes from the February 14, 2022 meeting were approved with a correction.

Thu Mar 10, 2022 · 09:00

Land Conservation Committee

Land Conservation Committee discusses stormwater permits and budget transfers

The committee will review a progress report on the Municipal Separate Stormwater Sewer System (MS4) Permit and discuss a new EPA rule regarding Waters of the United States. Members will also consider a $4,599 budget transfer for the Land & Water Conservation Department.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves $4,599 budget transfer for conservation cost-share

The Winnebago County Land Conservation Committee approved a $4,599 budget transfer from the MDV Deferred Revenue Account to fund conservation practices that help farmers meet state standards. The committee also approved the February meeting minutes and discussed the MS4 permit, WOTUS rule, and ARPA funding. No other substantive decisions were made.

Wed Mar 9, 2022 · 15:00

Facilities & Property Management Committee

Committee to discuss $341,400 budget transfer for Student Development Center design

The Facilities & Property Management Committee will meet to discuss and approve a budget transfer for the design of the Student Development Center UWO-FC. The committee will also receive reports on department operations and maintenance projects.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves $341,400 budget transfer for UWO-Fox Cities design

The Facilities & Property Management Committee approved a $341,400 budget transfer for the design of the Student Development Center at UW-Fox Cities, with Winnebago and Outagamie counties each contributing $170,700. The motion passed 4-1, with Bill Wingren dissenting. The committee also discussed department operations, including vacant custodial positions and a potential contractor's license for the county.

Mon Mar 7, 2022 · 14:00

Human Services Board

Human Services Board considers creating a Department of Human Services reserve fund

The Winnebago County Human Services Board will meet to discuss a resolution to create a reserve fund for the Department of Human Services. The board will also review inpatient and institutional placement statistics and receive financial and director reports.

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Fri Mar 4, 2022 · 07:30

Planning & Zoning Committee - DELIBERATIVE

Planning & Zoning Committee to consider zoning map amendment for 5309 Lake Rd

The Planning & Zoning Committee is meeting to discuss a zoning map amendment. This meeting is also posted as a Facilities & Property Management Committee meeting.

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✓ Decided: Zoning map amendment approved for 5309 Lake Rd, Town of Black Wolf

The committee approved a zoning map amendment for Team SNW LLC at 5309 Lake Rd, Town of Black Wolf, with findings as submitted. The motion carried 4-0. No other substantive decisions were made.

Fri Mar 4, 2022 · 07:45

Planning & Zoning Committee - PLANNING

Committee reviews Town of Nepeuskun zoning amendments

The Planning and Zoning Committee is meeting to review a conditional use request and zoning ordinance amendments. The body will decide whether to forward the Town of Nepeuskun's zoning text and map amendments to the County Board.

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✓ Decided: Committee forwards Nepeuskun and Winchester zoning amendments to County Board

The Planning & Zoning Committee approved minutes from five prior meetings and forwarded two town zoning ordinance amendments to the County Board. No action was required on a conditional use permit for Darrin Kuehn because all conditions were met.

Thu Mar 3, 2022 · 09:00

Personnel & Finance Committee

Personnel & Finance Committee reviews budgets, jail remodeling, and police services

The committee is reviewing budget carryovers, transfers, and the 2022-2026 Capital Improvement Plan. Action items include approving jail cell remodeling, a police service agreement with the Town of Clayton, and various grant acceptances.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves $294K jail cell remodeling to curb infectious disease spread

The Winnebago County Personnel & Finance Committee approved multiple budget transfers, a jail cell remodeling project, a police service agreement with the Town of Clayton, and several other items. All votes were 4-0 except where noted. The committee also reviewed the Capital Improvement Plan and discussed but did not vote on it.

Wed Mar 2, 2022 · 08:00

Aviation Committee

Aviation Committee to review aircraft storage and ground lease agreements

The Aviation Committee will meet to discuss and approve several aircraft storage agreements and one ground lease. The body will also receive updates on East GA Hangar development and a report from the Tenant Advisory Group.

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✓ Decided: Aviation Committee approves 20-year ground lease with Volatus Infrastructure

The Winnebago County Aviation Committee approved a 20-year ground lease with Volatus Infrastructure, LLC for a vertiport facility at Wittman Regional Airport, the company's first U.S. location. The committee also approved three aircraft storage agreements and received updates on the East GA Hangar Development project, which will add 20 new t-hangar units.

Tue Mar 1, 2022 · 18:00

County Board of Supervisors

Board considers $185,000 for Grundman Boat Landing design and permitting

The Winnebago County Board of Supervisors will vote on several zoning amendments and resolutions. Key items include funding for parks infrastructure, office remodeling, and the creation of an ARPA strategy commission.

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✓ Decided: Board creates ARPA Strategy and Outcomes Commission, 29-1

The Winnebago County Board approved Resolution 277-022022 to create an ARPA Strategy and Outcomes Commission, with a friendly amendment making the Finance Director a non-voting staff person. The board also adopted several zoning changes, approved a $185,000 capital project for the Grundman Boat Landing, and extended COVID pay for Park View Health Center staff. A resolution to approve Diversity Affairs By-laws was postponed to the March 15 meeting.

🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion by Supervisor Farrey, seconded by Supervisor Snider to amend lines 33 and 34 to read as follows: Delete "the Chair of the Personnel and Finance Committee", delete the word "three" and add…
9 yea
Stafford yea · Gordon yea · Norton yea · Hinz yea · Zellmer yea · Finch yea · Farrey yea · Snider yea · Joas yea
Sat Feb 26, 2022 · 08:00

Parks Commission

Parks user group meeting to cover new director, soccer complex, expo updates

This is a Winnebago County Parks user group meeting to inform user groups about developments at Sunnyview Expo Center and Community Park. Topics include introductions of new parks staff, cross-over events, 2021 sponsors, and updates on the soccer complex, parking lot work, dog park rules, and trail work. The meeting is not a formal Parks Committee meeting, though committee members may attend.

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Wed Feb 23, 2022 · 07:30

Board of Adjustment

No Board of Adjustment items scheduled for February hearings

There are no items on the agenda for the upcoming public hearing or deliberative sessions. Consequently, all scheduled meetings for February and March have been cancelled.

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Wed Feb 23, 2022 · 18:30

Planning & Zoning Committee - PUBLIC HEARING

Zoning map amendment discussion for 5309 Lake Rd in the Town of Black Wolf

The Planning & Zoning Committee is holding a public hearing regarding a zoning map amendment. The item involves Team SNW LLC at 5309 Lake Rd in the Town of Black Wolf.

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✓ Decided: Public hearing held on Lake Rd rezoning; no decision made

The Planning & Zoning Committee held a public hearing on a zoning map amendment request by Team SNW LLC for parcels at 5309 Lake Rd, Town of Black Wolf. The applicant seeks to rezone from R-1, B-2, and B-3 to A-2 and B-3 to address non-conforming lots. No vote or decision was taken; the hearing was closed and the meeting adjourned.

Mon Feb 21, 2022 · 11:00

Veterans Service Commission

Veterans Service Commission meeting on February 21, 2022

The Commission will review applications for emergency relief grants involving personal, financial, or medical information. The agenda also includes the appointment of a Vice-Chairman and legislative updates.

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✓ Decided: Veterans Service Commission appoints Roy Rogers as Vice Chair

The Winnebago County Veterans Service Commission met on February 21, 2022, and approved the agenda, prior minutes, and financial reports. They entered closed session to discuss confidential applicant information. The commission appointed Roy Rogers as Vice Chair and discussed office updates, including a new outreach program and a pending state bill.

Mon Feb 21, 2022 · 08:00

Parks Commission

Parks & Recreation Committee to discuss Sunnyview Expo and county dog park

The committee will receive updates on the Sunnyview Expo construction and discuss the Jerry Finch Winnebago County Dog Park. Members will also consider action regarding a WPS easement at the Sunnyview Exposition Center.

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✓ Decided: Parks Commission approves WPS easement for Sunnyview Expo electrical upgrade

The Winnebago County Parks Commission approved an access and maintenance easement for Wisconsin Public Service Corporation to install new underground electrical service and transformers at the Sunnyview Expo Center, with one abstention. The commission also discussed the Jerry Finch Dog Park, including a carryover budget of about $34,000 for lighting and other amenities, and noted a tentative ribbon-cutting date of May 12. Staff updates covered tree work, event bookings, and hiring for a parks caretaker position.

Mon Feb 21, 2022 · 16:30

Highway Committee

Highway Committee discusses intersection and ATV/UTV access requests

The committee will consider several requests regarding road usage, including engine brake restrictions and opening highway segments to ATVs and UTVs. The agenda also includes a discussion on the STH 76 and Larsen Road intersection and budget transfers.

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✓ Decided: Highway Committee approves ATV/UTV routes, signs, and $30K safety equipment

The Winnebago County Highway Committee approved installing 'No Engine Braking' signs on CTH 'M' south of CTH 'II' after a town request citing noise complaints. It also approved opening CTH 'B' (Quigley Road to LaBelle Shore Road) and segments of CTH 'AH' and CTH 'H' in the Town of Wolf River as ATV/UTV routes. The committee accepted $30,000 in WisDOT funding for a truck-mounted attenuator, with an additional $960 from the Highway Fund for a solar option. Budget transfers for a message board, two tri-axle trucks, and shop drain repairs were discussed as informational items.

Fri Feb 18, 2022 · 07:30

Planning & Zoning Committee - VIEWING

Planning & Zoning Committee reviews zoning and conditional use items

The committee is reviewing a zoning map amendment for Team SNW LLC in the Town of Black Wolf. The meeting also includes a conditional use review for Darrin Kuehn et al in the Town of Neenah.

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✓ Decided: Committee views two properties for zoning and permit review

The Planning & Zoning Committee conducted a site visit of two properties on February 18, 2022, but took no formal action. The properties viewed were Team SNW LLC's zoning map amendment request at 5309 Lake Rd, Town of Black Wolf, and Darrin Kuehn et al's conditional use permit review at 1403 Green Valley Rd, Town of Neenah. The meeting was adjourned at 9:00 a.m. with no decisions recorded.

Thu Feb 17, 2022 · 07:30

Board of Adjustment

Winnebago County Board of Adjustment February meetings cancelled

There are no items for the February Public Hearing. Consequently, the meetings scheduled for February 17, February 23, and March 3 are cancelled.

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Wed Feb 16, 2022 · 09:00

Solid Waste Management Board

Board discusses Snell Road Landfill claim and committee reorganization

The Board will discuss a notice of claim regarding a groundwater drawdown event at the Snell Road Landfill. Members will also review administrative proposals for potential County Board Committee reorganization.

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✓ Decided: Board authorizes sending notice of claim over 2016 Oshkosh drawdown

The Solid Waste Management Board voted 8-0 to authorize staff and legal counsel to send a Notice of Claim letter to PTS Contractors and AECOM regarding the 2016 City of Oshkosh groundwater drawdown event at Snell Road Landfill. The board also approved the agenda and previous meeting minutes, and received operational updates on tonnage, recycling, and landfill gas. No other substantive decisions were made.

Mon Feb 14, 2022 · 18:00

County Board of Supervisors

Board considers $294,000 request for jail cell renovations

The County Board of Supervisors and Judiciary & Public Safety Committee will discuss public safety funding, staffing, and facility updates. Key items include a grant for the District Attorney and a contract for a dedicated deputy in the Town of Clayton.

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Mon Feb 14, 2022 · 18:00

Judiciary & Public Safety Committee

Committee considers $294,000 request for jail cell renovations

The Judiciary & Public Safety Committee will vote on several funding requests and personnel changes. Key items include a Department of Justice grant for the District Attorney and a contract for a dedicated deputy in the Town of Clayton.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves $897,863 DOJ grant for District Attorney's Office

The Judiciary & Public Safety Committee approved a resolution authorizing the District Attorney's Office to accept a $897,863 Department of Justice grant and transfer $297,214 into various accounts. They also approved a $294,000 jail cell renovation project to replace metal mesh with polycarbonate plexiglass in 45 cells to reduce infectious disease spread. The committee approved a Table of Organization change and contract with the Town of Clayton for a dedicated patrol deputy, contingent on town approval. Additionally, they approved acceptance of drone equipment and training, an accelerated benefits/lateral transfer policy, a paid holiday benefits adjustment for dispatchers, and a reduction in inmate money deposit handling charges to $2 per transaction.

Thu Feb 10, 2022 · 09:00

UW Education, Extension & Agriculture Committee

Committee discusses Diversity Affairs Commission and UW Extension reports

The committee will review the Diversity Affairs Commission's bylaws and strategic plan for County Board action. The meeting also includes updates on the FoodWIse fiscal year 2021 year-end report and various UW Extension department updates.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves Diversity Affairs Bylaws and Strategic Plan for County Board

The committee voted 5-0 to submit the Diversity Affairs Commission Bylaws and Strategic Plan to the County Board agenda as is. They also approved the January 20, 2021 minutes. No other substantive decisions were made; the rest were informational updates.

Wed Feb 9, 2022 · 15:00

Facilities & Property Management Committee

Committee discusses budget transfers for courthouse, childcare, and science wing projects

The Facilities & Property Management Committee will review several budget transfers necessitated by bids exceeding authorized amounts. The meeting includes updates on department operations, maintenance projects, and the current budget.

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Wed Feb 9, 2022 · 18:00

County Board of Supervisors

Diversity Affairs Steering Committee meeting on February 9

The Diversity Affairs Steering Committee will meet to discuss upcoming committee business. The agenda includes decisions regarding meeting schedules and the summer Diversity Fair event.

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Mon Feb 7, 2022 · 14:00

Human Services Board

Winnebago County Human Services Board meeting on February 7, 2022

The board will review program updates regarding school collaboration and inpatient/institutional placement statistics. The meeting includes financial and director reports, as well as the approval of previous meeting minutes.

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✓ Decided: Human Services Board hears school collaboration, shelter funding updates

The Winnebago County Human Services Board met virtually and approved the January 5, 2022 board minutes and accepted the January 10, 2022 ADRC committee minutes, both unanimously. Staff reported on school collaboration efforts, placement statistics, and a projected budget surplus of $4.5–$5 million. The board discussed increased funding for hotel rooms at the Day by Day Warming Shelter through April 1, 2022, and decided not to pursue a reserve fund.

Fri Feb 4, 2022 · 07:30

Planning & Zoning Committee - DELIBERATIVE

Planning & Zoning Committee to review three zoning map amendments

The Planning & Zoning Committee is meeting to deliberate on three requested zoning map amendments. These requests affect properties in the Towns of Winneconne, Nekimi, and Oshkosh.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves three zoning map amendments

The Winnebago County Planning & Zoning Committee held a deliberative hearing and approved three zoning map amendments, each by a 5-0 vote. The amendments were for properties in the Towns of Winneconne, Nekimi, and Oshkosh. No other substantive decisions were made.

Fri Feb 4, 2022 · 07:45

Planning & Zoning Committee - PLANNING

Planning and Zoning Committee discusses Sawyer Creek Floodplain issue

The committee will review previous meeting minutes and discuss the Sawyer Creek Floodplain issue. The agenda also includes a presentation regarding new Zoom Meeting Information procedures.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves minutes, discusses Sawyer Creek floodplain issue

The Planning & Zoning Committee approved minutes from four prior meetings (5-0) and discussed the Sawyer Creek floodplain proposal, with residents opposing the City of Oshkosh's flood storage map. County staff stated they will not hire a separate engineer to dispute the City's data, and residents were directed to raise concerns at a planned March meeting. The committee also reviewed a new Zoom meeting procedure.

Thu Feb 3, 2022 · 07:30

Board of Adjustment

Winnebago County Board of Adjustment meetings cancelled for January and February

There are no items for the January Public Hearing. Consequently, the viewing, public hearing, and deliberative meetings scheduled for January 20, January 25, and February 3 are cancelled.

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Thu Feb 3, 2022 · 09:00

Personnel & Finance Committee

Committee considers $1.99 million for Grundman Boat Landing improvements

The Personnel & Finance Committee will review several funding resolutions, including ARPA fund allocations and capital projects. The body is also considering contracts for the Wittman Regional Airport and pay adjustments for county staff.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves ARPA commission, extends COVID pay, advances boat landing study

The Winnebago County Personnel & Finance Committee approved creating an ARPA Strategy and Outcomes Commission, with revisions removing its $175,000 budget and adding the Finance Director as a member. It also extended COVID-related project positions and shift differential pay through Dec. 31, 2022, and approved $185,000 for an engineering study for the Grundman Boat Landing project, postponing the full $1,998,000 project. Other actions included approving contracts with Basler Turbo Conversions and the Experimental Aircraft Association, and a 6% pay increase for child support attorneys.

Wed Feb 2, 2022 · 08:00

Aviation Committee

Aviation Committee discusses airport zoning and aircraft storage agreement

The Aviation Committee will review draft changes to the Airport Zoning Code. The committee is also scheduled to discuss and consider an aircraft storage agreement with Felix Auto and Tire, LLC.

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✓ Decided: Aviation Committee approves aircraft storage lease for Felix Auto and Tire

The Winnebago County Aviation Committee approved a month-to-month aircraft storage agreement with Felix Auto and Tire, LLC for T-hangar 9 in the B hangar complex at $155.82 per month plus tax. The committee also discussed budget carryover requests, including funds for airport promotions, hangar development, and ATC tower glass replacement, and received an informational presentation on proposed airport zoning code changes from Mead & Hunt and the City of Oshkosh. No decisions were made on the zoning changes.

Wed Feb 2, 2022 · 09:00

Land Conservation Committee

Committee reviews $3 million ARPA appropriation for water quality

The Land Conservation Committee is meeting to review the appropriation of $3,000,000 in American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds for water quality improvement work. The body will also discuss the potential use of ARPA funding and cost-share agreements for the Water Quality Improvement Program.

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✓ Decided: LCC approves $3M ARPA funds for water quality work

The Winnebago County Land Conservation Committee approved a resolution to appropriate $3,000,000 in ARPA funds to the Land and Water Conservation Department for water quality improvement projects. The motion passed 6-0. The committee also discussed potential uses of the funds, but no cost-share agreements were approved. The meeting was properly noticed and the previous minutes were approved.

Tue Feb 1, 2022 · 15:30

Park View Health Center Committee

Park View Health Center Committee meets February 1, 2022

The committee will review the Administrator's report and discuss a potential extension of COVID hazard pay. The meeting includes a closed session to confer with legal counsel regarding litigation strategy.

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✓ Decided: Park View Health Center Committee approves COVID hazard pay extension

The committee approved an extension of COVID hazard pay and the January 11, 2022 meeting minutes, both by 4-0 voice votes. The administrator reported that the Parkside-Two transition from locked to secure neighborhood was completed, and the training center is expected to be done by October 2022. The committee also entered closed session to confer with legal counsel on litigation strategy.

Tue Jan 25, 2022 · 07:30

Board of Adjustment

January Board of Adjustment meetings cancelled

There are no items for the January Public Hearing. Consequently, the meetings scheduled for January 20, January 25, and February 3 are cancelled.

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Tue Jan 25, 2022 · 08:00

Parks Commission

Parks Commission to discuss Grundman Boat Landing capital project

The Parks & Recreation Committee will meet to discuss and take action on the Grundman Boat Landing 2022-2023 Capital Improvement Project. The body will also receive updates on the Sunnyview Expo construction and discuss winter activities in county parks.

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✓ Decided: Parks Commission approves $2.035M Grundman Boat Landing project

The Winnebago County Parks Commission approved the Grundman Boat Landing 2022-2023 Capital Improvement Project with a total budget of $2,035,000. The motion carried 4-0. Other items included updates on the Sunnyview Expo construction, winter activities, and staff reports on tree removal and event space concerns.

Tue Jan 25, 2022 · 18:30

Planning & Zoning Committee - PUBLIC HEARING

Planning & Zoning Committee holds public hearings on three zoning map amendments

The Planning and Zoning Committee will conduct public hearings regarding proposed zoning map amendments. These items involve properties located in the Town of Winneconne, the Town of Oshkosh, and the Town of Nekimi.

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✓ Decided: Winnebago County committee holds zoning hearings, no votes taken

The Planning & Zoning Committee held a public hearing on three zoning map amendment requests but took no formal action, as the hearing was for public testimony only. The requests were from Craig Pierstorff, Jennifer Zingsheim, and Mike Scharpf, each seeking to rezone parcels in different towns. The committee adjourned without making any decisions.

Fri Jan 21, 2022 · 07:30

Board of Health

Board of Health to vote on sanitarian fee ordinance update

The Board of Health is meeting to vote on a sanitarian fee ordinance update and a request to extend project employee appointments. The body will also review 2021 financials and receive updates on COVID-19 and substance use prevention.

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✓ Decided: Board approves fee ordinance update and project employee extension

The Winnebago County Board of Health approved two items: an update to the Sanitarian Fee Ordinance (Chapter 11.11 Appendix A) and a resolution to extend a project employee appointment past two years. Both passed unanimously (7-0). The board also received updates on COVID-19 response, staffing changes, and community health programs.

Fri Jan 21, 2022 · 07:30

Planning & Zoning Committee - VIEWING

Planning & Zoning Committee to review three zoning map amendments

The Planning & Zoning Committee is meeting to review zoning map amendment requests. The meeting is also posted as a Facilities & Property Management Committee meeting.

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✓ Decided: Committee tours three properties for zoning map amendments

The Planning & Zoning Committee held a site visit to view three properties proposed for zoning map amendments. No decisions were made; the meeting was procedural, consisting only of property viewings and adjournment.

Thu Jan 20, 2022 · 07:30

Board of Adjustment

Winnebago County Board of Adjustment meetings cancelled for January and February

There are no items for the January Public Hearing. Consequently, the meetings scheduled for January 20, January 25, and February 3 are cancelled.

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Thu Jan 20, 2022 · 09:00

UW Education, Extension & Agriculture Committee

UW Education, Extension & Agriculture Committee meets January 20

The committee will receive reports and updates from the UW Division of Extension and the Extension Administration and Department. The meeting also includes a discussion regarding the Secretary position for the Diversity Affairs Commission.

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✓ Decided: Committee reschedules February meeting to Feb 10 for Diversity Affairs vote

The committee approved the December 16, 2021 minutes and voted to move its February meeting to February 10 to allow time for revised Diversity Affairs Commission documents to be ready for a vote. No other formal decisions were made; discussions covered 4-H survey results, facility updates, and staffing changes.

Wed Jan 19, 2022 · 09:00

Solid Waste Management Board

Board to consider 2022-2026 Capital Improvement Program

The Solid Waste Management Board will meet to discuss and potentially authorize a five-year capital improvement program. The board is also considering the authorization of budget carryovers for 2021/2022.

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✓ Decided: Solid Waste Board approves 5-year capital plan and budget carryovers

The Winnebago County Solid Waste Management Board approved the 2022-2026 Capital Improvement Plan and a $32,000 budget carryover for a landfill gas truck. The board also approved the December 2021 minutes and the meeting agenda. No other substantive decisions were made; the rest of the meeting consisted of informational updates.

Wed Jan 19, 2022 · 16:30

Highway Committee

Highway Committee to attend Winter Highway Conference

The Highway Committee is meeting from January 17-19, 2022, at the Chula Vista Resort in Wisconsin Dells. The sole listed subject of the meeting is the Winter Highway Conference.

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Tue Jan 18, 2022 · 16:30

Highway Committee

Highway Committee to attend Winter Highway Conference

The Highway Committee is providing notice of a meeting occurring during the Winter Highway Conference. The agenda consists of a single item regarding the conference.

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Tue Jan 18, 2022 · 18:00

County Board of Supervisors

County Board to consider $339,563 DOJ grant and multiple zoning changes

The Winnebago County Board of Supervisors will review several zoning amendments and budget transfers. The meeting includes presentations on UWO Fox Cities Campus capital projects and votes on various county resolutions and ordinances.

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✓ Decided: County board approves 2% pay schedule increase, $339K DA grant

The Winnebago County Board approved a 2% increase to the county compensation schedule, a $339,563 Department of Justice grant for the District Attorney's office, and several zoning changes. The board also voted to refer the Diversity Affairs by-laws and strategic plan back to the commission after amendments. Multiple commendation resolutions for retiring employees were adopted.

Mon Jan 17, 2022 · 16:30

Highway Committee

Highway Committee to attend Winter Highway Conference

The Highway Committee is holding a meeting from January 17-19, 2022, at the Chula Vista Resort in Wisconsin Dells. The sole item on the agenda is the Winter Highway Conference.

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Mon Jan 17, 2022 · 11:00

Veterans Service Commission

Veterans Service Commission to review emergency relief grant applications

The commission will meet via phone conference to review applications containing personal, financial, and medical information. This review is used to determine the distribution of emergency relief grants.

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✓ Decided: Veterans commission approves minutes, finances, closed session

The Winnebago County Veterans Service Commission met on January 17, 2022, and approved the agenda, prior meeting minutes, and financial reports. The commission also entered closed session to discuss confidential applicant information, then reconvened and approved the December 10, 2021 minutes. No substantive policy decisions were made; the meeting was largely procedural, with updates on veteran assistance and grant submissions.

Wed Jan 12, 2022 · 15:00

Facilities & Property Management Committee

Committee to discuss hiring Kontext Architects for Sheriff's Evidence Building

The Facilities & Property Management Committee will meet to discuss the design of a new evidence building for the Sheriff. The body will also review a cell tower lease renewal with UWO-FC and receive department budget and maintenance updates.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves hiring Kontext Architects for Sheriff's Evidence Building design

The Facilities & Property Management Committee approved hiring Kontext Architects for the design of the Sheriff's Evidence Building, with a 5-0 vote. The committee also discussed the UWO-FC cell tower lease renewal and received a director's report on department operations, including a sprinkler line rupture at Park View and the courthouse tuckpointing project.

Tue Jan 11, 2022 · 15:30

Park View Health Center Committee

Park View Health Center Committee to discuss COVID-19 and facility updates

The committee will review updates regarding the Training Center and the transition of Parkside-Two from a locked to a secure neighborhood. The meeting also includes discussions on COVID-19 outbreak status, vaccinations, and mandatory vaccination requirements for nursing facilities.

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✓ Decided: Park View Health Center committee approves prior minutes, hears updates

The Park View Health Center Committee met on January 11, 2022, and approved the December 6, 2021 meeting minutes by a 3-0 voice vote. No substantive decisions were made; the meeting consisted of updates on the training center, Parkside-Two transition, COVID-19 status, and financial and census reports.

Mon Jan 10, 2022 · 11:00

Veterans Service Commission

Veterans Service Commission to review emergency relief grant applications

The commission will meet to review personal, financial, and medical information to determine the distribution of emergency relief grants. This portion of the meeting will be conducted in closed session. The body will also review a financial report and budget updates.

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Mon Jan 10, 2022 · 16:30

Highway Committee

Highway Committee to discuss road projects and roundabouts

The Highway Committee will meet to discuss several local infrastructure projects. The agenda focuses on project updates and general operations.

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✓ Decided: Highway Committee approves minutes, reviews 2022 road projects

The Winnebago County Highway Committee approved the December 13, 2021 meeting minutes (4-0) and heard updates on road projects. The Local Road Improvement Program selected three town projects for equal state funding, and county projects were submitted for funding. Construction is planned for 2022 on the CTH T/Pioneer Road and CTH JJ/CB Roundabout projects.

Fri Jan 7, 2022 · 07:30

Planning & Zoning Committee - DELIBERATIVE

Planning & Zoning Committee to review zoning map amendment for 5312 Notre Dame Dr

The Planning & Zoning Committee is holding a deliberative meeting to discuss a zoning map amendment. This meeting is open for public viewing only, and public participation is not allowed.

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✓ Decided: Zoning map amendment approved for 5312 Notre Dame Dr, Omro

The Winnebago County Planning & Zoning Committee approved a zoning map amendment for Jason Quandt et al at 5312 Notre Dame Dr, Town of Omro, with findings as submitted. The motion carried 3-0. No other substantive decisions were made.

Fri Jan 7, 2022 · 07:45

Planning & Zoning Committee - PLANNING

Planning & Zoning Committee to review town zoning ordinance amendments

The Planning and Zoning Committee will meet to discuss the County Farmland Preservation Plan Certification and A-1 zoning changes. The body will also review and act on forwarding town zoning ordinance amendments to the County Board.

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✓ Decided: Committee forwards two town zoning changes to County Board

The Planning & Zoning Committee approved minutes from prior meetings and forwarded two town zoning ordinance amendments to the County Board. It also received an update on the County Farmland Preservation Plan certification and the process for A-1 zoning changes, which is expected to be completed by the end of 2022.

Thu Jan 6, 2022 · 07:30

Board of Adjustment

Winnebago County Board of Adjustment meetings cancelled

There are no items for the December public hearing. Consequently, the meetings scheduled for December 16, December 22, and January 6, 2022, are cancelled.

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Thu Jan 6, 2022 · 09:00

Land Conservation Committee

Committee reviews water quality funding and wildlife damage claims

The Land Conservation Committee is meeting to review participant claims for the 2021 Wildlife Damage Abatement and Claims Program. The body will also consider funding for water quality improvement projects and discuss the use of American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds.

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✓ Decided: LCC approves $51,543 in cost-share payments for conservation projects

The Winnebago County Land Conservation Committee approved multiple cost-share agreements and payments, including $51,543 for six water quality projects and two wildlife damage claims totaling $10,770.45. They also approved $2,029 in annual dues to the Wisconsin Land and Water Conservation Association. The committee discussed potential ARPA-funded projects and agreed to finalize a project list for a March County Board resolution.

Thu Jan 6, 2022 · 09:00

Personnel & Finance Committee

Personnel & Finance Committee to consider 2% pay increase and budget transfers

The committee will discuss budget transfers for the District Attorney and Parks Department. Members will consider a 2% increase to the county compensation schedule and review contracts for the Wittman Regional Airport.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves $339,563 grant for District Attorney's office

The Winnebago County Personnel & Finance Committee approved a $339,563 budget transfer to accept a Department of Justice grant for the District Attorney's office, and a $1,980 transfer for additional snowmobile trail maintenance. They also approved a three-year airport use agreement with Oshkosh Corporation (4-1), established values on tax-foreclosed properties, and approved a 2% increase to the county compensation schedule. A permit for agricultural cultivation with the Experimental Aircraft Association was postponed to the February meeting.

Wed Jan 5, 2022 · 08:00

Aviation Committee

Aviation Committee to discuss Basler Turbo Conversions access agreement

The Aviation Committee will meet to discuss and approve the renewal of an Airport User Access Agreement with Basler Turbo Conversions. The meeting also includes a report from the Airport Director regarding the Operations & Maintenance Manager status.

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✓ Decided: Aviation Committee approves Basler Turbo lease renewal

The Winnebago County Aviation Committee approved a five-year renewal of the Airport User Agreement with Basler Turbo Conversions, with annual CPI-U increases. The committee also approved the December 1, 2021 minutes and discussed the ongoing search for an Operations & Maintenance Manager, noting the first candidate declined partly due to salary. No other substantive decisions were made.

Wed Jan 5, 2022 · 14:00

Human Services Board

Winnebago County Human Services Board meeting on January 5, 2022

The board will review Medicaid updates regarding economic support and receive reports from the Director and Deputy Director. The agenda also includes a financial report and inpatient and institutional placement statistics.

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✓ Decided: Human Services Board approves minutes, hears Medicaid update

The Winnebago County Human Services Board met virtually and approved the minutes from its December 6, 2021 meeting and accepted minutes from three committee meetings. Staff provided updates on Medicaid changes, including the planned end of the federal Public Health Emergency on March 31, 2022, and reported a projected year-end surplus of $4.9 million. No substantive policy decisions were made; the meeting was primarily informational and procedural.