Town of Little Wolf

Rod Beyer & Rhonda Wilz were appointed to the Comprehensive Planning Commission for 1 year terms. Both accepted the appointments.

A Conditional Use Permit application was received by Bryan Bagstad to place a mobile home on parcel # 13-25-44-3 during the construction of his permanent residence on the same parcel. The Planning Commission meet prior to the town board to discuss the application with Mr. Bagstad. It is the Planning Commission recommedation that the town board approve the CUP application request with the additional conditions that the mobile home will be removed at the end of 2 years (if not prior) and the term would not be extended if the house is not finished.

Moede/Bonikowske to approve as presented with the additional conditions. Carried 3-0.

Land Use Permit: 1 (above ground pool) CSM's: None

UDC's: None

Fire Numbers: 1 was issued for Bagstad

Fire & Ambulance Report from April 23, 2019. Four runs were reported for the town. Elections were held and officers installed.

Next meeting is on May 21, 2019. Ordinances: None

Building Use and Maintenance: Check was received from the 4H group that had presiously used the hall and left it dirty. Propane and fire extinguishers were checked. A battery will be purchased for the smoke alarm.

Road Report: Board agreed to approve what the town can afford. Grading, brush cutting, patch work, filling pot holes. Beyer will seek estimates for Swan & Cemetery roads.

Correspondence was reviewed: City of Manawa requesting Rodeo Parade Route approval. Town's Association Meeting will be held on May 16th at 6:30pm at the Town of Dayton Town Hall.

Bills and checks were reviewed. Bonikowske/Moede to approve payment of bills with checks numbering 2838-2840 and 2842-2851 with check #2841 voided. Carried 3-0

Bonikowske/Beyer to adjourn. Carried 3-0. Meeting adjourned at 8:29pm. These minutes are subject to board approval.

Respectfully submitted, Rhonda J Wilz, Treasurer.



 

The Town of Little Wolf  will hold a Public Information meeting on May 31, 2019 at 6 pm at the Little Wolf Town Hall, to answer questions and give information on the possible Ordinance to allow or limit ATV/UTV use on roads in the Town.

 

TOWN OF LITTLE WOLF

MEETING AGENDA

Thursday, May 9, 2019

Little Wolf Town Hall

7:00 PM

 

Open Meeting – THIS MEETING IS OPEN TO THE PUBLIC.  IT HAS BEEN POSTED AND THE PRESS HAS BEEN NOTIFIED.

Pledge of Allegiance

Roll Call of Officials – Moede, Bonikowske, Beyer, Wilz, Beyer

Approval of Agenda-

Clerk’s Report – Approval of April 2019 Minutes

Treasurer’s Report-  Approval

Constable’s Report – Approval

Visitor Input –

 

Business:

• Discuss garbage issue at the Boat Landing at Fahser’s Bridge

• Discuss an Ordinance to allow for ATV-UTV use on Town roads
• Comprehensive Planning-
• Zoning Revisions by County Zoning
• Planning Commission Appointments
• Board action on CUP application

• Land Use Permits
  • Permits Issued – Buildings and Driveways
  • CSM approval-
• UDC Inspection Reports-
• Fire Numbers-  
• Fire and Ambulance Report-
  • Fire Board meets on Tuesday,  May 21, 2019 at 6:00 pm
• Ordinances-
• Building Use and Maintenance:
  • Propane tank check,  Fire Extinguisher inspection
• Road Report/Maintenance Work
  • Road Inspection Summary
  • Approve road projects for 2019

 

Correspondence

Payment of Bills –

Adjournment

 



 

Town of Little Wolf

Meeting Proceedings

Thursday, April 11, 2019

Little Wolf Town Hall

 

Chairman Moede called the monthly meeting to order at 7pm. The Open Meeting Statement was read and the Pledge of Allegiance recited.

Roll call was taken. Present were Mr. Moede, Mr. Bonikowske, Mr. Beyer and Mrs. Wilz. Mrs. Beyer had an excused absence. There were 8 residents present.

Bonikowske/Beyer to approve agenda as presented. Carried 3-0.

Moede/Bonikowske to approve the March meeting minutes as presented. Carried 3-0.

Treasurer gave the fund balances as of 3-31-19 with an ending book balance of 4-7-19 along with the dogs that were licensed in the month of March. Both the treasurer and the clerk reconciled to the bank statement. Moede/Bonikowske to approve the treasurer’s report. Carried 3-0 with no discussion.

Moede gave the constable’s report: 1 non-resident dog was found and taken to the Vet, Received 3 complaints of garbage on roads. Sheriff was notified. Moede/Bonikowske to approve constable’s report as presented. Carried 3-0.

Visitor Input: Vernon Fahser brought up concerns as to all the garbage/litter that is found on Fahser’s Bridge and the boat landing. He cleans the area and hauls away the litter only to have it repeated over and over again. Board advised that he call the Sheriff’s department to report when citizens are misusing the area.

Rick and Barb Van Handel had concerns as to when Omni would be contacting the residents along County Rd N regarding the reconstruction of the county highway. They also expressed their concerns of loss of acreage and how that would affect the value of their property.

Due to weather Assessor Kathy Bazile phoned into the meeting at 7:30 pm rather then to appear in person and was placed on speaker for all to hear. She explained that a re-evaluation has not taken place in 25 years. She will start the field work this fall and letters would be mailed  to all land owners. She is not allowed to use drones. With the New Trepass Law, home owners do have the right to refuse her entry into a home and onto their land. At that point she would take an educated guess as to the value. Total town re-evaluation will be completed to allow board of review in August if not prior to that. If the resident would come to board of review the burden of proof of value would fall on the owner if they would dispute the value. If anyone has questions regarding the re-evaluation process she would encourage them to email her at kathy.mkllc@gmail.com 

Discussion took place regarding ATV/UTV use on town roads. The clerk has received no information back from other towns regarding their allowable usage. Moede reminded those in attendance ATV/UTV’s are not permitted on state roads. Concerns regarding non-insured riders, accidents and liabilities were also presented. Board decided to table the discussion to next month when information from other towns would be available. Sheriff Wilz will be asked to attend the public meeting.

Comprehensive Planning: Zoning Revisions by County Zoning wre reviewed.

Land Use Permits: 3 were presented to the board. 1 for a tower, 1 for a shed and 1 for a home to replace one  destroyed by a fire. No CSM for the month.

UDC Inspection Reports: None

Fire Numbers: One- Schultz Road

Fire & Ambulance Report: Cot was installed. One ambulance is going in for repair. 2% dues were all collected from each municipality in the fire district.

Ordinances: None

Builiding Use and Maintenance’ Propane was ordered. Moede reported a problem with a 4-H group as renters. They were told they are no longer allowed to rent the hall.

Road Report/ Maintenence Work: Swan Road is wearing away, once weather is permitting board will exam. Moede received 3 calls from citizens regarding if and when plows were going out after the storm on the 10th. He explained the plows were out and the roads would be plowed as able. Spring road inspection was rescheduled from April 20th at 7am to May 4th at 7am.

Reminder was given that the Annual Town Meeting will be held on Tuesday, April 16th at 7 pm.

Correspondence was reviewed.

Bills and checks were reviewed.Moede/Bonikowske to approve the payment of bills with checks numbering 2810 - 2837. Carried 3-0

Bonikowske/Beyer to adjourn. Meeting adjourned at 7:56 pm.

These minutes are subject to board approval.

Respectfully submitted,

Rhonda J Wilz, Treasurer



 

TOWN OF LITTLE WOLF

MEETING AGENDA

Thursday, April 11, 2019

Little Wolf Town Hall

7:00 PM

 

Open Meeting – THIS MEETING IS OPEN TO THE PUBLIC.  IT HAS BEEN POSTED AND THE PRESS HAS BEEN NOTIFIED.

Pledge of Allegiance

Roll Call of Officials – Moede, Bonikowske, Beyer, Wilz, Beyer

Approval of Agenda-

Clerk’s Report – Approval of March 2019 Minutes

Treasurer’s Report-  Approval

Constable’s Report – Approval

Visitor Input –

  

Business:

• Kathy Bazile- Discuss a Total Revaluation in the Town of Little Wolf
• Discuss an Ordinance to allow for ATV-UTV use on Town roads
• Comprehensive Planning-
• Zoning Revisions by County Zoning

• Land Use Permits

• Permits Issued – Buildings and Driveways
• CSM approval-
• UDC Inspection Reports-
• Fire Numbers-   
• Fire and Ambulance Report-
• Fire Board meets on Tuesday,  April 23, 2019 at 6:00 pm
• Ordinances-
• Building Use and Maintenance:
• Propane tank check,  Fire Extinguisher inspection
• Road Report/Maintenance Work
• Spring Road Inspection scheduled for April 20^th at 7:00 am

                                           -possible reschedule

    Reminder-  Annual  Meeting is on Tuesday, April 16, 2019 at 7:00 pm

Correspondence

Payment of Bills –

Adjournment



 

Town of Little Wolf

Meeting Proceedings

Thursday, March 14, 2019

Little Wolf Town Hall

The regular monthly meeting was called to Order at 7 pm by Chair Moede.  Open meeting statement was read.  The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.   Board members present were Moede, R. Beyer, Bonikowske, Wilz and J. Beyer.  There were three residents and two visitors.

Bonikowske/Beyer to approve the Agenda.  Carried 3-0.

Moede/Beyer to approve the February Minutes as printed.  Carried 3-0.

Wilz gave her report on fund balances and the dog licenses.  All but one of the residents that received letters regarding unlicensed dogs have since licensed their animals.   The Clerk and the Treasurer have reconciled the accounts.   Moede/Bonikowske to approve the Treasurers report.  Carried 3-0.

Constables Report- Moede visited a resident on Spring Creek Rd with two dogs reported at large.  Moede gave a warning to the resident, stating that the next complaint will bring a citation for each dog, at $174 per citation.  There have been no complaints since the visit.  Beyer/Bonikowske to approve the Constables Report.  Carried 3-0. 

Visitors:  Randy Elsner, Paul Timm and Dan Casey were present to ask the Board to consider opening Little Wolf roads to ATV-UTV use.  Moede stated the Town has been paying attention to the adjacent towns and what they are doing with the ordinances.  This is the first formal request the town has received.  Clerk was asked to get the ordinances from the Towns of Union, Lebanon and other adjacent towns that it has been passed.  This will be an April agenda item.  The board will decide then whether to schedule a public information meeting and go forward with a public hearing for the adoption of any potential ordinance.  Sheriff Tim Wilz was present and encouraged the Town to take their time and create an ordinance they can live with.  He also reminded those present that the Town can adopt the ordinance and decide to remove any roads or the whole ordinance, at any time that may be causing problems.

Sheriff Wilz was present to discuss the MOU the Town had with the past sheriff, and it is now void.  The Clerk had an updated copy on the computer, which was emailed to the Sheriff during the meeting.  Wilz read the document and felt it was sufficient, and would sign it and send the signed copy to the Town.

Business:  the appeal to the State Appellate Court, regarding the Board of Adjustment decision on the Thiel pit operations by American Asphalt, was decided in February.  It was not in the Towns favor.  The Board discussed the option of appealing this decision to the Supreme Court.  The cost of such an action was given by the Town Attorney to be between 6 and 9 thousand dollars, for the filing and the research time needed.   The Chair and Supervisors felt it was a gamble for a high price, considering the charge would be incurred, with no guarantee the Supreme Court would take the case up for consideration.  The Clerk stated the road issues have settled down with the Class B put on North Water Drive, and the cost is hard to justify even though it is right.  The majority of complaints were from traffic issues and that seems to have been resolved at this time.  The time to launch an appeal would be by March 15^th.  The Board agreed to let the time limit pass with no action.

The discussion regarding a total revaluation in the Town was coupled with a consideration for starting to require Building Permits by the Town, for inside work on homes, etc.   The reasoning was that we are required to get a Land Use permit from the County for any work that changes the outside dimensions of any building, but many value adding renovations are being missed by not tracking them with permits for any work done inside houses.  Paul Timm commented it seemed unfair that a person that wants to keep his house looking nice get penalized.  The last time the Town had a total revaluation was approximately 25 years ago.  There have been a lot of improvements done since then, with no capture of the improved values for tax purposes.  The Town and the Assessor are discussing doing a total revaluation in 2020.  The timing of it is important for many reasons.  The Clerk was asked to keep in contact with the assessor and ask her to attend the April meeting. 

Land Use Permits:  there was one cutting permit and one after the fact permit for a shed, a deck and patio.

One UDC inspection report for a total renovation on a house in the town.

Road Report:  Weight Limits will be put on the Town Roads, effective Wednesday, March 20th.   The rain and snow melt have caused a multitude of shoulder and culvert issues.  The Town Hall was found to be flooded in the Board room when the Beyer’s arrived this evening.  Bonikowske took the task of getting someone in to suck up all the water on the board room floor.  (He was able to get this taken care of on Friday.)  The Spring Road Inspection was scheduled for Saturday, April 20, 2019 at 7 am.

The Town Annual meeting will take place on Tuesday, April 16, 2019, at 7 pm at the Town Hall.

Reminder that Election day is Tuesday April 2, 2019.  Polls are open from 7 am till 8 pm at the Town Hall.

Correspondence was reviewed. 

Checks and bill list were reviewed.  Moede/Bonikowske to approve the checks numbering 2787 through 2809.  Carried 3-0.   Checks 2810-2814 were issued for Election Day expenses.  These will be on the list for next month.

Bonikowske/Moede to adjourn.  Meeting was adjourned at 8:15pm.

These Minutes are subject to Board approval.

Respectfully Submitted, Jackie Beyer, Clerk     



 

Invitation to the Residents

of the Town of Little Wolf

Please come to the Town Hall on

Saturday March 9th, 2019 between

11:30 am and 2:00 pm, to see the

new Voting Machine and to try it

out before the April 2nd election.

Jackie Beyer, Town Clerk

 

TOWN OF LITTLE WOLF

MEETING AGENDA

Thursday, March 14, 2019

Little Wolf Town Hall

7:00 PM

 

Open Meeting – THIS MEETING IS OPEN TO THE PUBLIC.  IT HAS BEEN POSTED AND THE PRESS HAS BEEN NOTIFIED.

Pledge of Allegiance

Roll Call of Officials – Moede, Bonikowske, Beyer, Wilz, Beyer

Approval of Agenda-

Clerk’s Report – Approval of February 2019 Minutes

Treasurer’s Report-  Approval

Constable’s Report – Approval

Visitor Input –

  

Business:

• Appeals Court Ruling on the Board of Adjustment Appeal
• Discuss/Act on possible  Supreme Court Appeal
• Discuss a Total Revaluation in the Town of Little Wolf
• Update, if any, on the DHHS / Senior Center
• Comprehensive Planning-
• Zoning Revisions by County Zoning

• Land Use Permits

• Permits Issued – Buildings and Driveways
• CSM approval-
• UDC Inspection Reports-
• Fire Numbers-   
• Fire and Ambulance Report-
• Fire Board meets on Tuesday,  March 19, 2019 at 6:00 pm
• Ordinances-
• Building Use and Maintenance:
• Propane tank check,  Fire Extinguisher inspection
• Road Report/Maintenance Work
• Schedule Spring Road Inspection
• Reminder:    Election is April 2, 2019
• Open House for Residents on Saturday, March 9^th from 11:30 till 2 pm

                      Come see the new ICE Voting Machine

 

Correspondence

Payment of Bills –

Adjournment



 

Town of Little Wolf

Meeting Proceedings

Thursday, February 14, 2019

Little Wolf Town Hall

Chairman Moede called the monthly meeting to Order at 7:00 pm. The Open Meeting Statement was read and the Pledge of Allegiance recited.

Roll Call showed all Board members present.  There were 3 residents present.

Bonikowske/Beyer to approve the Agenda as presented.  Carried 3-0.

Moede/Bonikowske to approve the January meeting Minutes as printed.  Carried 3-0.

Treasurer gave the tax collection statistics and the fund balances.  The settlement checks to the County and Schools were on the list of checks this evening.   Moede/ Bonikowske to approve the Treasurer’s Report.  Carried 3-0.  The Treasurer reconciled to the Bank Statement.  The Clerk was unable to due to problems with the Clerk’s laptop this week. 

Visitor Input-  Tania Wadzinski spoke about the meeting at the Courthouse regarding the Senior Meals.  She feels the Committee on Aging has already made up their mind to discontinue the service. 

The Waupaca County Emergency Management sent out a survey for the Board to fill out.  It asked what the board felt were the emergencies of greatest concern.  The chair and Clerk will fill out after the meeting.

Comprehensive Planning-  The Planning Commission met prior to the Board meeting to consider two requests.  The Conditional Use Permit request for John Steiger was discussed.  The Commission recommended Board approval.  Moede/Beyer to approve the CUP for Steiger.  Carried 3-0.  The other issue the Plan Commission considered was a Zoning Map Amendment for a newly created parcel on Steve Fahsers land.  It is necessary to change it from Farmland Preservation to Rural Residential to allow for the construction of a new home.  Commission recommended approval for this request.  Moede/Bonikowske to approve the Zoning Map Amendment for the Fahser parcel.  Carried 3-0.  The Zoning revision/amendments that were received via email from Waupaca County Zoning will need to be reviewed by board members to compose any comments for the Public Hearing.

There were no Land Use Permits.  There was one CSM to review for Steve Fahser.  The newly create parcel is for the new home, discussed and approved by the Planning Commission and the Board.  Moede/Beyer to approve the CSM for Fahser.  Carried 3-0.

Fire and Ambulance-  Fire Board meets on Tuesday, February 19 at 6 pm.   The Board will finalize the updated Municipality Agreement and maps.  The Board will also consider approval of the Ambulance Department  By-Laws. 

Roads-  Winter maintenance as needed.  The County Highway Department contacted Supervisor Beyer about people plowing snow across the roads and causing problems.  Beyer told the County to call the Sheriff’s Department to enforce the state law that prohibits this action.  The Board supported that option, as it is a recurring issue and the warnings have gone out several years running.    Tania Wadzinski commented on the meeting held by the County Highway Department regarding the reconstruction of County Rd N.  She wondered how they were going to accomplish all of the work proposed in the time line they proposed.

Discussion regarding budget and funds took place.  No amendments were necessary, and the way the Treasurer is handling the monies was considered appropriate to get the most interest and have the money available if needed quickly.   With the heavy snows and plowing expenses so far in 2019, it may mean less repairs/maintenance will be possible.

Clerk Beyer stated the new voting machine will be delivered on the 18^th.  Clerk plans on having the Election Officials train on the machine and would like to hold an open house for town residents to come in and get a look at the machine and run some test ballots to acquaint themselves with the machine before the April 2^nd Election.

Correspondence was reviewed.

Bills and checks were reviewed.  Moede/Bonikowske to approve the payment of bills with checks numbering 2736 and 2758 thru 2786.  Carried 3-0.

Bonikowske/ Moede to Adjourn.  Meeting adjourned at 8:14 pm.

These Minutes are subject to Board approval.

Respectfully Submitted,

Jackie Beyer, Clerk



 

TOWN OF LITTLE WOLF

MEETING AGENDA

Thursday, February 14, 2019

Little Wolf Town Hall

7:00 PM

 

Open Meeting – THIS MEETING IS OPEN TO THE PUBLIC.  IT HAS BEEN POSTED AND THE PRESS HAS BEEN NOTIFIED.

Pledge of Allegiance

Roll Call of Officials – Moede, Bonikowske, Beyer, Wilz, Beyer

Approval of Agenda-

Clerk’s Report – Approval of January 2019 Minutes

Treasurer’s Report-  Approval

Constable’s Report – Approval

Visitor Input – 

PUBLIC HEARING-  take comments on Amendment to the Zoning Map- to allow for a 2 acre parcel change from Farmland Preservation to Rural Residential

 

Business:

• Update, if any, on the DHHS / Senior Center
• Hazard Mitigation Survey for Waupaca County Emergency Management
• Comprehensive Planning-
• Board approval of Zoning Amendment for Fahser
• Board approval of Conditional Use Permit for Steiger
• Zoning Revisions by County Zoning

• Land Use Permits

• Permits Issued – Buildings and Driveways
• CSM approval- Fahser
• UDC Inspection Reports-
• Fire Numbers-   
• Fire and Ambulance Report-
• Fire Board meets on Tuesday,  February 19, 2019 at 6:00 pm
• Ordinances-
• Building Use and Maintenance:
• Propane tank check,  Fire Extinguisher inspection
• Road Report/Maintenance Work
• 2019 Budget Amendments (if necessary)
• Discus and approve allocating funds to designated accounts
• No February Election in the Town- Next Election is April 2, 2019
  

Correspondence

Payment of Bills –

Adjournment

 



The Town Caucus was called to Order at 6:00 pm on Friday, January 11, 2019. 

Cindy Squires was appointed as Caucus Chairperson by unanimous vote.  There were 5 board members and 8 residents present. 

The unanimous nominations for open Board positions at the April 2nd election were as follows:

Town Chair:  Alan Moede

Supervisor #1:   Rodney Beyer

Supervisor #2:   Joel Bonikowske

Town Clerk:  Jackie Beyer

Town Treasurer:   Rhonda Wilz

Caucus was adjourned at 6:12pm.

Respectfully Submitted,

Jackie Beyer, Town Clerk

 

Town of Little Wolf

Meeting Proceedings

Thursday, January 10, 2019

Little Wolf Town Hall

Chairman Moede called the regular monthly board meeting to Order at 7:00 pm.  Open Meeting statement was read; Pledge of Allegiance was recited.  Board members present were;  Moede, Beyer, Bonikowske, Wilz and Beyer.  There were two residents present.

Moved by Bonikowske/Beyer to approve the Agenda.  Carried.

Moved by Moede/Bonikowske to approve the December, 2018 minutes.  Carried.

Wilz gave the fund balances and stated tax collections to date are at 46 %, which is slightly down from last year at this time.  Moede/Beyer to approve the Treasurer’s Report.  Carried.

Visitors;  Russell Wohlrabe was present to ask how to go about getting a Sanitary permit for a new septic.  He was advised to see the people at County Zoning.  Duane Abrahamson stated he appreciated the good job of the winter road maintenance.

The voting machine upgrade to the Image Cast Electronic machine (ICE machine) was reviewed.  The cost will be close to 9,000 dollars, replacing the equipment we currently use.  The labor savings at the end of a long election day and the ease of use for every voter was discussed.  Moede/Beyer to approve the expenditure to purchase the new machine.  Motion Carried 3-0.  The new machine will be in use for the April election.

Comprehensive Planning:  Clerk shared the info that was received from the County Zoning Department.  They are proposing amendments to the Zoning Ordinance and asking for Town official input.  Rod Beyer may attend the meeting on January 17, depending on how much feedback the board feels necessary.  The revisions from that meeting will be sent out to the Towns for further review.

Land Use Permits:  two house permits and one driveway permit reviewed.

Fire and Ambulance Board meets on Tuesday, January 15 at 6 pm at the Manawa City Hall.  The board will be reviewing the Municipal Agreements for approval.

Building use and maintenance:  Beyer brought up the rising cost of the rugs in the community center, suggesting the Town purchase their own and save the 100 plus dollars per month.  The Board agreed with a vote of 3-0.

Roads:   The public hearing for the speed limit reductions took place on Tuesday, January 8.  There were no town residents in attendance.  Moede/Beyer to adopt Ordinance 19-A to lower the speed limit on Leighton Avenue to 25 mph and the speed limit on North Water Drive to 35 mph from Hwy 22/110 proceeding to 300 Ft west of Cemetery Road.  Motion Carried.  Speed limits to take effect after publication on Thursday, January 17, 2019.  The Sheriff’s Department will be contacted and sent a copy of the Ordinance.

The Budget Amendments were as follows:  BA-19-03

      That the 2018 Budget is hereby amended, to reflect the transfer of :   $29,674.14 from General Government,   $1,100 from Landfill,   $6,772.64 from Fire/Ambulance and  $5,731.74 from Roads,     $800.00 from Recreation,       $4,256.32 from Recycling,   and    $356.03 from Comprehensive Planning, all moved into the Contingency Fund,  thereby leaving the Contingency Fund with a final balance of         $ 48,690.87.

And:  BA-19-4

A resolution changing the 2018 budget of the Town of Little Wolf, Wisconsin, Adopted by a two-thirds majority vote of the entire membership of the TOWN BOARD.  BE IT RESOLVED by the TOWN BOARD of the Town of Little Wolf as follows:           That the sum of    $ 48,690.87    is hereby transferred  from the Contingency account to the Cash Carryover for the year 2018.

Moede/Bonikowske to approve the Budget Amendments.  Carried 3-0.

The Caucus will be held on Friday, January 11, 2019 at 6:00 pm at the Little Wolf Town Hall.

Correspondence was reviewed.

Bills and checks were presented for payment.  Checks numbering 2732 thru 2757 were approved by motion from Moede/Beyer.  Carried 3-0.    February agenda will have discussion regarding placing carryover  funds in a designated road account.

Bonikowske/ Moede to adjourn.  Carried.  Meeting was adjourned at 8:10 pm.

These minutes are subject to Board approval.

Respectfully submitted,

Jackie Beyer, Clerk



 

TOWN OF LITTLE WOLF

MEETING AGENDA

Thursday, January 10, 2019

Little Wolf Town Hall

7:00 PM

 

Open Meeting – THIS MEETING IS OPEN TO THE PUBLIC.  IT HAS BEEN POSTED AND THE PRESS HAS BEEN NOTIFIED.

Pledge of Allegiance

Roll Call of Officials – Moede, Bonikowske, Beyer, Wilz, Beyer

Approval of Agenda-

Clerk’s Report – Approval of December, 2018 Minutes

Treasurer’s Report-  Approval

Constable’s Report – Approval

Visitor Input –  

 

Business:

• Update, if any, on the DHHS / Senior Center
• Voting Equipment- approve purchase of ICE machine
• Comprehensive Planning-

• Land Use Permits

• Permits Issued – Buildings and Driveways
• CSM approval-  
• UDC Inspection Reports-
• Fire Numbers-   
• Fire and Ambulance Report-
• Fire Board meets on Tuesday,  January 15, 2019 at 6:00 pm
• Ordinances-
• Building Use and Maintenance:
• Propane tank check,  Fire Extinguisher inspection
• Road Report/Maintenance Work
• Update on Leighton Avenue- Speed Limit
• Adoption of Ordinance for 25 mph Speed limit on Leighton Ave and 35 mph on North Water Drive
• Budget Amendments-  2018 Final
• Caucus is on Friday, January 11, 2019 at 6:00 pm
  

Correspondence

Payment of Bills –

Adjournment

 



Town of Little Wolf

Meeting Proceedings

Thursday, December 13, 2018

Little Wolf Town Hall

Chairman Moede called the regular meeting to Order at 7 pm, with the Open Meeting Statement.  The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.  Board members present were Moede, R. Beyer, Bonikowske, Wilz and J. Beyer.  There were three residents present.

Bonikowske to approve the Agenda. Carried 3-0.

Treasurer gave the fund balances.  The Clerk and Treasurer reconciled to the Bank statements.

Constable’s Report- Beyer picked up one TV and took to the PTF.  The animals on Fuhs Rd that were causing concern for their welfare have been moved from the site.  Moede/Bonikowske to approve the Constable’s Report.  Carried 3-0.

Visitor Input:  Jenny Bessette was present to ask why the property taxes went up and the assessment ration was so low.  She went on to say that the bills were higher by a few hundred dollars, and that was going to make it hard for some to pay their taxes.  She asked if it was an ‘assessor issue’, or where the differences could be attributed to.  The clerk explained she had talked to the County Treasurers office and had gotten many of the same questions/comments there.  The clerk also called the Assessor for the Town, and Kathy had explained the 2017 sales were over 12.5 percent of the homes in the Town.  The sales were for at or above the assessed value.  This is where the state comes in; the values and sales are part of a formula used to compute the market values.   The clerk is continuing to look into the issue. (Clerks note:  on Friday Dec. 14, Beyer spoke with David Gibson from the Dept. of Revenue.  He stated the information on sales and values from the Town Assessor were accurate.  When there are many home sales in one year, as we saw in 2017 in Little Wolf, it causes many ripples.  One being the market value averages rose, as people were paying higher prices for homes.  Gibson will be sending the clerk the information regarding the sales in 2017 and other information to explain the lower ratio seen on the tax bills.) 

Kevin Hass was present to ask if the trees on Pine Crest were going to be cut back.  Supervisor Beyer stated he had already cut the trees in the turnaround at the south end of the road.  Hass asked about the branches hitting the truck when they plowed snow.  The board asked Hass to saw them off when he is out there, as it requires the height from the truck to get the right ones removed.  Hass also stated the patch put on Swan road has a large raise in it, and he has to pick up the plow so he doesn’t tear it out.  Beyer will take care of having that addressed.

Business: 

A letter, via email, to the Board from the DHHS regarding rental fees for the Meals on Wheels was shared and discussed.  The board would consider a smaller rent if the meals go to less days per week, as well as continuing to host the program if the congregate dining model changes its days per week.  The board would consider sharing costs, but will make that decision when the County has some solid plans and some cost estimates for consideration.  Motion by Moede, second Beyer to continue to charge rent for the monthly use of the building.  Carried 3-0.  The Clerk was instructed to send the decisions to the County.

Moede/Beyer to renew the contract with Wolf River Vet Clinic at New London for the boarding and, if necessary, disposal of dogs taken to the Clinic.  Carried 3-0.

Voting Equipment:  The Clerk shared a quote from Command Central to upgrade the voting equipment to the ICE machine (Image cast electronic scanner).  This would use the traditional paper ballot method of marking your ballot, and has the capability of reading the ballot when it is entered into the scanner.  This would make it much quicker during a high turnout election by allowing more people to be voting at the same time, and the machine takes only seconds to collect and automatically keep a running tally of all votes cast.  The benefit is realized at the end of the day.  When the machine is told to ‘close the polls’, it automatically prints out the totals of all votes for all races.  This would eliminate the need for the poll workers to hand count ballots other than the write in votes.  On a large election, like we saw this past November, it would save multiple hours for each poll worker.  The machines we currently use have been in use for over 15 years.  One was purchased new prior to 1997, and the second machine was purchased ‘used’ 3 years ago.  The Clerk stated we have a carryover of funds to take into 2019, and could easily cover the cost of the new machine, minus the trade in allowed for the two current machines.  The quoted cost of the new machine is $9090, which includes all programming, set up, delivery and one training session for the Election Officials.  The yearly maintenance fee will be 93 dollars more than the current $540 paid yearly.   The Clerk stated this new machine should not be considered a security risk, as it is all tested for accuracy before each election, and it is not accessible remotely.   The board was receptive to the upgrade, and at the Clerk’s suggestion, asked it to be a January agenda item.

Permits:  one cutting permit was received for Joel Bartel.

Fire and Ambulance meets on Tuesday December 12, at 6 pm at Manawa City Hall.  The agenda includes the Municipal Agreement updates and approval.

The town hall key placement was discussed.  Beyer has moved, and the key will be getting moved to the new address.  Renters will be made aware of the location when they rent the hall.  If anyone wishes to rent the town hall, they can still call the Clerk at 920-596-2143.

Roads:  the culvert inventory will be done when the Spring Road Inspection is conducted.  Leighton Avenue resident has requested the speed limit be reduced to 25mph.  Moede received DOT approval for this change, pending the public hearing and ordinance adoption.  The Clerk will publish a notice of public hearing for the Ordinance, tentatively set for January 8^th, 2019 at 7:00 pm at the Little Wolf Town Hall.

April 2, 2019 is Election Day.  The Town Board positions are all on the ballot.  The Caucus for the nomination to Town Board positions will be held on Friday, January 11, 2019 at 6:00pm. 

No budget amendments were necessary.  The Board felt there was no need for an extra meeting to pay any late arriving bills and determine the carryover for the final budget numbers.

Correspondence was reviewed.

Payment of bills with checks numbering 2713 through 2731 was reviewed.  Moede/Bonikowske to approve the payment of bills.  Carried 3-0.

Moede/Beyer to adjourn.  Carried 3-0.   Meeting was adjourned at 8:45 pm.

These Minutes are subject to Board approval.

Respectfully Submitted,

Jackie Beyer, Clerk

 



TOWN OF LITTLE WOLF

MEETING AGENDA

Thursday, December 13, 2018

Little Wolf Town Hall

7:00 PM

Open Meeting – THIS MEETING IS OPEN TO THE PUBLIC.  IT HAS BEEN POSTED AND THE PRESS HAS BEEN NOTIFIED.

Pledge of Allegiance

Roll Call of Officials – Moede, Bonikowske, Beyer, Wilz, Beyer

Approval of Agenda-

Clerk’s Report – Approval of November, 2018 Minutes

Treasurer’s Report-  Approval

Constable’s Report – Approval

Visitor Input –  

 

Business:

• Discuss/Act on Letter from DHHS regarding building rent
• Review/approve renewal Contract w/ Wolf River Vet Clinic for dogs
  
• Voting Equipment- Getting ready for 2020 Elections
• Comprehensive Planning-

• Land Use Permits

• Permits Issued – Buildings and Driveways
• CSM approval-  
• UDC Inspection Reports-
• Fire Numbers-   
• Fire and Ambulance Report-
• Fire Board meets on Tuesday,  December 18, 2018 at 6:00 pm
• Ordinances-
• Town Hall Key and Rental
• Building Use and Maintenance:
• Discuss Insurance coverage-possible changes to cut costs
• Propane tank check,  Fire Extinguisher inspection
• Road Report/Maintenance Work
• Road Inventory/Culverts- Schedule Inspection/Survey
• Update on Leighton Avenue- Speed Limit
• Budget Amendment , if necessary
• Discuss/schedule a Special Mtg in December to finalize bills & Budget
  
• Schedule Caucus (January)
  

Correspondence

Payment of Bills – Approval- Approve additional checks for Escrow Refunds

Adjourn



 

Addresses for your Legislators:

Senator Luther Olse                                                  Representative Kevin Peterson

Room 313 South                                                           Room 105 West

State Capitol                                                                 State Capitol

P.O. Box 7882                                                               P.O. Box 8953

Madison,  WI  53707-7882                                            Madison,  WI  53708-8953

Phone:  608-266-0751                                                  Phone:  608-266-3794  or 888-947-0040

email:  Sen.Olsen@legis.wisconsin.gov                       email: Rep.Petersen@legis.wisconsin.gov

 

 

Town of Little Wolf

Town Board Proceedings

Thursday, November 15, 2018

Little Wolf Town Hall

Chairman Moede called the regular monthly meeting to Order at 7:00 pm.  The open meeting statement was read and the Pledge of Allegiance was recited.

Roll call:  Moede, Beyer, Bonikowske, Beyer and Wilz all present.  There were two residents present and one visitor.

Moede/Bonikowske to approve the Agenda.  Carried 3-0.

Moede/Beyer to approve the October meeting minutes as shown on website.  Carried 3-0.

Wilz gave the fund balances and reported on the MARC meeting.  Moede/Bonikowske to approve, carried 3-0.

Constables Report- Moede had one call on a horse welfare check.  Beyer had one call on cattle with insufficient housing and water with the cold temperatures.  Moede will follow up on both.  Moede/Beyer to approve the Constable’s Report.  Carried 3-0.

Visitors:  Dennis Craig, for Rural Mutual Insurance was present to do an Insurance coverage checkup.  There were areas of coverage that could be looked at to improve economy;  deductibles and some of the coverages on equipment and portable equipment will be looked at for possible cost savings.

Business:

Clerk brought the letter from the County regarding the rent from the Senior Center program.  The County DHHS is asking all sites to forgive the monthly rent in order to cut costs.  The expenses to the Town were discussed.  Moede/Bonikowske to table a decision until December, in order to get more information on the future plans for the site.  Carried 3-0.

After the prior evening’s meetings to approve the Town levy for 2018 taxes, the voters approved the  levy amount  of  $248,577.  Moede/Beyer to approve the Levy of $248,577 for the tax year 2018, payable 2019.   Carried 3-0.

The house on Garrity Road has been removed, along with the other outbuildings.  The Board expressed their appreciation to the owner for the removal and clean up.   Swan Road has been patched, and the only thing left is for the pit owner to dig some sort of channel for the water to run away from the road bed.

There was one Land Use permit for a garden shed and deck at a permanent camp site at Cedar Springs.  Also two UDC permits for house additions, one on Westwood Dr and the other on Fuhs Rd.

The Fire and Ambulance Board meets on Tuesday, November 27, one week later than normal due to the Holiday.  The board will approve the departments’ budgets at this meeting.

Building Use was discussed;  the 4-H groups meeting at the Town Hall continue to be a cleanup problem.  Many solutions were discussed.  The Board decided to set a consequence for leaving the room untidy;  Because the groups are allowed to use the building rent free,  a $25 fee will be charged and if it is not paid, the group that is charged will not be allowed to use the building until it is paid.  The Clerk will send a letter out to the groups and include the County 4-H program leader as a recipient.  Bonikowske/Moede to send the letter and approve the $25 penalty fee.  Also asked the Clerk to set up a sign in sheet for the key, and who is the responsible leader for each meeting.

Roads-  A quote for the plowing of Pin Oak Road and the Town Hall parking lot was received from Scott Jaeger.   His price will be $75  for the Hall parking lot, at 1 inch of snow or more.  The cost for Pin Oak Road will be $100 for one inch of snow or more.  Sand/salt charge will be $30 per $100 lbs. used and charged at labor and material.   In keeping with the Board decision to use town residents equally, Moede/Beyer to hire Jaeger for the 2018-2019 snow season.  Carried 3-0.

Moede reported getting calls from a resident on Leighton Avenue regarding high speeds.  She  asked if the road can get a 25 mph sign on it.  Moede is working with the DOT on having that road legally a 25 mph speed limit.  If the DOT approves it, the sign will be put up.

Correspondence was reviewed. 

Checks and Bills were reviewed for payment.  Moede/Bonikowske to pay bills with Checks numbering 2688 through 2711.  Carried 3-0.

Moede/Bonikowske to adjourn.  Carried 3-0.  Meeting was adjourned at 8:28pm.

Respectfully Submitted,

Jackie Beyer, Clerk



 

Town of Little Wolf

Meeting Proceedings

Wednesday,  November 14, 2018

Little Wolf Town Hall

The Public Hearing for the 2019 Budget came to Order at 7:00 pm at the Little Wolf Town Hall.  The five board members were present, and 58 others.  The Chairman thanked everyone for attending.  There were many questions from the residents and tax payers that attended.    Many questioned the amount that was given for the levy.  It was explained that the amount of $392.44 per $100K of value was the total proposed levy, not that much in addition to the prior year. 

Many residents asked about a wheel tax and what it would bring in for income.  The Clerk was asked to get those numbers for the December meeting. 

Many residents spoke against raising the taxes. 

The Public Hearing was closed at 7:54pm.

The Special Meeting of the Electors was called to Order at 7:55pm.  The vote for the proposed increase was explained; a yes vote means raise the levy and a no vote means leave the same.  Of the voters present, those voting yes to an increase in the tax levy were 10.  Those voting no were 45. 

The vote for the levy of $248,577 was called:  yes   - 54   with Geraldine Prellwitz voting No.

Meeting was adjourned at 8:15pm.  The Chairman thanked everyone for attending.

Respectfully Submitted,

Jackie Beyer, Clerk



INFORMATION FOR THE TAX PAYERS OF

THE TOWN OF LITTLE WOLF

 

Dear Tax Payer/Resident:

 

Over the last several years it has become increasingly difficult to maintain the Town roads at the level of tax dollars we are allowed to levy.  This has prompted discussions at the Board meetings centered on ways to raise money to be able to keep the roads in good shape.

 

The State does not, at this time, intend to send any extra tax money to the Towns, to help Towns sustain their roads.

Currently, it costs approximately $150,000 to reclaim (or grind) and repave just one mile of road.  There are 47.02 miles of road in the Town of Little Wolf.  To get all of these roads repaired, without any major rebuilds, and without any major engineering or reconstruction of the road bed, it would take 47 years to accomplish.

 

The Town Board had a couple of options to raise more money.  One was to put a Wheel Tax on vehicles.  Another was to resolve to raise the tax levy.  The Board chose the second.

This will cost the taxpayer approximately $392.30 for each $100,000 of property value, on your tax bill.

You, the Voter, now have a say in this matter.  Below you will see the Public Notice of the Budget meetings that are scheduled.  These meetings are open to all residents, and you have a say at these meetings as a Resident and Voter.

The Town Board encourages you to attend.

 

Notice to Residents of the Town of Little Wolf, Waupaca County:

The Town Board will hold the Budget Public Hearing on Wednesday, November 14, 2018 at 7:00 pm to take comments on the proposed Budget for 2019.  This hearing will be held at the Little Wolf Town Hall at E6325 County Rd N, Manawa , WI. 

 

TOWN OF LITTLE WOLF

2019 PROPOSED BUDGET

 

                                              2018

REVENUES                                8 MO Actual            2018                  2019                   %

                                                    4 MO EST           BUDGET           Budget             Change

 

General Property Taxes                    248,253                  248,253              248,577               0.01

Proposed Increase in Levy                      XXX                          XXX            150,140.51         100.0   

State Shared Revenue                          53,331                   52,998                 53,432               0.01  

Transportation Aids                            112,331                   112,331             112,331                                 

  State Insurance Refund                          4519                     4,519                 4,519                              

License and Permit                                 1200                     2,000                  2,000                -20.0

Rent                                                        2700                      3,000                 3,000

Other Revenue                                       8,900                       5,000                8,000              +160.0

T.R.I.P. Money                                          0                              0                     0

Cash Carryover                                       00                        20,000                1,000.46          -95.0

  TOTAL REVENUES                            $ 428,475               $  448,101         $578,999.97         +129.2

 

EXPENDITURES

Local Government                              145,000              145,401               145,000                  -0.28              

Highways                                            160,000               161,000              161,000                    0.0

Proposed Levy Increase- For Roads Only                                                 150,140.51             +100.0

Fire/ Ambulance                                   98,175               104,600               104,600  

Recreation                                               600                    1,000                   1,000                  

Landfill                                                     0                       1,100                  1,100

Recycling                                             3,500                    7,200                   3,500                 -50.0

Manawa Dam                                       7,309                     7,300                  7,309.46

Comprehensive Planning                         160                         500                    500                       

Contingency Fund                                      0                     20,000                 4,850                 -75.8            

TOTAL EXPENDITURES                      $ 414,744            $ 448,101            $578,999.97         +129.2

 

Projected Year End balance in funds:

                            Roads Savings Account:  $9,900                        

                            Money Market Account:  110,000

                                                                    $ 119,900 (est)

 

 

Results from the Fall 2018 Road Inspection

Date , 2018	Fall 10-7-2018 Inspection
Road Name
Baldwin Rd.	OK
Bear Lake Rd.	OK
Beech St.	OK
Bernice Dr.	OK
Blake Creek	OK
Bridge Rd.	County to do Crackseal
Bucholz Rd.	Grade North end- add gravel?
Butternut	Reclaim & Pave in 2019
Cedar Springs	OK-  branches cut- get quotes
Cemetary Rd.	South- take out Y intersect.- reconstruct
Colleen Court	OK-
County Yard Rd.	Pot hole - otherwise OK
Depot St/Rd	OK
Doud Rd.	OK
Road Name
DR Drive	OK
Little Creek Rd- W	Pot hole -
E. Little Creek Rd.	Ditch by Mark Beyer so water goes off road
Eder Drive	Crackfill in 2019?
Esther Drive	OK
Flater Rd.	OK
Fuhs Rd.	OK
Garrity Rd.	Add final layer 2 inch blacktop- future
Green Valley	W- discontinue past curve?
Heinke Rd.	OK
Hillside Rd.	OK
Homestead Rd.	OK
Knopp Rd. East	OK
Knopp Rd. West	OK
Kreise Rd.	OK
Leighton Ave.	OK
Road Name
Mabel Lane	Trim branches in turnaround
Mc Cabe Rd.	OK
Mickeljohn Rd.	OK
Miller Lane	OK
Mountain Lake Rd	OK
Mouse Creek	OK
Murray Rd.	May need grading- Pave in 2019?
Nicolai Rd.	Reclaim and Pave
North Railroad	Reclaim and Pave in future
North Water Drive	Pave/reclaim from Baldwin to West end
Oak Rd.	Grind and pave at North intersect 22
Patri Rd.	OK
Pin Oak Rd.	Cracking on south end
Pine Crest	OK
Pine Lane	OK
:
Road Name
Pond St.	OK
Prellwitz Rd.	OK
Progress Rd.	OK
Rapidview	OK
River St. E.	OK
River St. W.	Pot hole ,  tree on Corner at B
Riverview Drive	OK
Schultz Rd.	Dumpster in ROW- lawn clippings dumped in ditch
Shop St.	OK
Spring Creek Rd.	S- start process w/County to reconstruct
Sturm Lake Rd.	OK
Summit Lane	OK
Swamp Rd.	OK
Swan Rd.	future reconstruct
Road Name
Westwood Drive	OK
White Clover Rd.	crackseal
Wolf Rd.	Ok - ditch by Wegner farm
Yohr Rd.	OK