Town of Little Wolf
E6325 County Road N
Manawa,, WI 54949
ph: 920-596-2080
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Town of Little Wolf
Meeting Proceedings
Thursday, September 8, 2022
Little Wolf Town Hall
Chairman Moede called the regular monthly meeting to Order at 7:00 pm. Roll call showed Moede via phone, R. Beyer, Bonikowske, Wilz and Beyer present. There were no visitors/residents present.
Beyer/Bonikowske to approve the Agenda. Motion Carried 3-0.
Bonikowske/Beyer to approve the August, 2022 Minutes as posted on the website. Motion Carried 3-0.
Wilz gave the fund balances. The Clerk and the Treasurer reconciled to the bank statement. Beyer/Bonikowske to approve the Treasurers report. Carried 3-0.
Business:
Insurance quotes were discussed. Addition of coverage for Board members’ personal vehicles, in the event of an incident when doing town business, for an additional $18 per year. Additional coverage to the buildings, in light of the high cost of replacement of a similar structure was discussed. This will add an additional $130 per year, to increase to $400K coverage for replacement of buildings. Moede/ Bonikowske to approve the additional coverages. Carried 3-0.
Fire Number signs were ordered for two replacements on County Rd N (still had old style signs) and one for the parking lot/park on Bridge Rd (at Fahser’s Bridge).
Fire Dept. news: new Tender truck is ready for Final Inspection; two new members. Ambulance Dept.: received $12,000 from ARPA monies, to be used for equipment. Next Fire and Ambulance Commission meeting is on Tuesday, September 20, at 6 pm at Manawa City Hall. The Fire Board meeting is Open to the Public.
Roads- Billing has been received for the 50/50 culvert work- Beyer will submit for reimbursement. North Water Drive will be chip sealed to fix the washouts from last year, hopefully this year yet.
2023 Budget discussions will be on the October agenda. November will be the Budget Public Hearing.
Town’s Association Fall Workshop- it’s time to register for the workshops. The Clerk will attend the Stevens Point day. The Clerk will attend the October Fall Convention in Appleton, on the day that the Election Recertification seminar is held. Moede/Beyer to approve the Clerk’s attendance and the expenditures. Carried 3-0.
Correspondence was reviewed. Bills and checks were presented for payment. Checks numbering 3713-3732 were presented for payables. Bonikowske/Beyer to approve payment of bills with checks 3713-3732. Carried 3-0.
Bonikowske/Moede to adjourn. Meeting was adjourned at 7:37 pm. These minutes are subject to board approval.
Respectfully Submitted, Jackie Beyer, Clerk
TOWN OF LITTLE WOLF
MEETING AGENDA
Thursday, September 8, 2022
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 August 11, 2022 Minutes
Treasurer’s Report- Approval
Constable’s Report – Approval
Visitor Input –
Business:
· Insurance Quotes- review and approval
· Comprehensive Planning-
· Certified Survey Map-
· Land Use Permits
· Permits Issued – Buildings and Driveways
· UDC Inspection Reports-
· Fire Numbers-
· Fire and Ambulance Report- next meeting on 9-20-22 at Manawa City Hall
· Ordinances-
· Building Use and Maintenance:
Hall Rental Contract· Fire Extinguisher –
· Road Report/Maintenance Work-
Review/Approve work orders, proposed projects
Discuss Budget 2023 Timeline
Approve Fall TA Workshops and Annual Convention
Budget Amendment- if necessary
Correspondence
Payment of Bills –
Adjournment
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Town of Little Wolf
Meeting Proceedings
Thursday, August 11, 2022
Little Wolf Town Hall
Chairman Moede called the regular monthly meeting to Order at 7:10 pm. Open Meeting Statement was read. Roll call showed Moede via telephone, R. Beyer, Bonikowske, Wilz and Beyer present. There was one resident present.
Beyer/Bonikowske to approve the Agenda. Motion Carried 3-0.
Moede/ Bonikowske to approve the July 14, 2022 Minutes as posted on the website. Motion Carried 3-0. The Clerk reported a brisk day of Election, with a 40% turnout, which is very good for a Primary. The Election Officials did a great job, as usual!
Wilz gave the fund balances. Total cash on hand as of August 6, 2022 was $464,205.94. The Clerk and the Treasurer reconciled to the bank statement. Beyer/Bonikowske to approve the Treasurers report. Carried 3-0.
Constable: No Report.
Business:
A Temporary License to serve beer at the Manawa Rodeo Grounds on Saturday, September 10, 2022 was received from the WC Republican Party. They will be holding their Rally for Liberty that day. Beyer/Moede to approve the one day License. Carried 3-0.
Update on littering at the boat landing at Fahser’s Bridge: R. Beyer and J. Bonikowske cleaned up the garbage on Saturday, August 6, and removed the barrels. As of today, it remains free of garbage.
A Comprehensive Planning Committee meeting took place prior to this night’s Town Board Meeting. The Planning Commission recommends the Board APPROVE the application from Jerry Beyer for a Conditional Use Permit to allow Outdoor Sales/Display at his property, located at N5773 State Hwy 22/100, Manawa. Many at the Planning Commission meeting were not happy with the double charge, stating they were never made aware the CUP was necessary. They felt it was overreaching of the Zoning Department. Bonikowske/Moede to approve the CUP for Beyer. Carried 3-0.
Land Use Permits: Permit received for: New home w/garage and other amenities.
Fire Numbers: two new signs requested were put in place.
Fire and Ambulance Commission: The financing for the new fire truck was discussed and decided to go with Premier Community Bank, as they had the best deal for the interest and charges. The Budget for the departments remains a concern, with the inability to raise the towns’ levies and the higher cost of fuel, meds, and the need to retain staffing. Next meeting is on Tuesday, August 16, 2022 at 6 pm at Manawa’s City Hall. The Fire/Ambulance Board meeting is Open to the Public.
Building Use / Maintenance: The propane tanks have been removed by the purchaser. The quote from Lorge/Strong Plumbing for the new sink and faucet and install was reviewed. Bonikowske/Moede to approve the sink and faucet and install. Carried 3-0.
Roads- All new cross culverts have been paved over. Beyer spoke with Jim Hass to see if the work on his pit is finished. Hass thinks there may be some more screenings coming out. Will keep us updated. Fall ditch mowing discussed. Crack filling/sealing will be done as scheduling permits. The cross culverts that were replaced this summer have been paved over.
Correspondence was reviewed.
Bills and checks were presented for payment. Checks numbering 3692-3712 were presented for payables. Bonikowske/Beyer to approve payment of bills with checks 3692-3712. Carried 3-0.
Moede/Bonikowske to adjourn. Meeting was adjourned at 7:56 pm.
These minutes are subject to board approval.
Respectfully submitted,
Jackie Beyer, Clerk
TOWN OF LITTLE WOLF
MEETING AGENDA
Thursday, August 11, 2022
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 July 14, 2022 Minutes
Treasurer’s Report- Approval
Constable’s Report – Approval
Visitor Input –
Business:
Correspondence
Payment of Bills –
Adjournment
Notice of Planning Commission Meeting
Thursday, August 11, 2022
6:30 pm
Little Wolf Town Hall
The Planning Commission will hold a meeting on Thursday, August 11, 2022 at 6:30 pm at the Little Wolf Town Hall.
The item for consideration is a recommendation to the Town Board, for a Conditional Use Permit, requested by Jerry Beyer. The parcel located at N5773 State Hwy 22/110, Manawa, Parcel id is 13-21-43-36. The requested Permit will allow for continued use of the property for Long Term Outdoor Display/Sales. This will be acted on at the regular Town Board meeting on August 11, 2022 at 7:00 pm.
The Planning Commission Agenda is as follows:
Call to Order
Open Meeting Statement
Confirm Quorum with Roll Call
Review the Conditional Use Permit application and discussion
Public Comment on the application
Recommendation to the Town Board
New Business
Adjourn
Town of Little Wolf
Meeting Proceedings
Thursday, July 14, 2022
Little Wolf Town Hall
Chairman Moede called the regular monthly meeting to Order at 7:00 pm. Open Meeting Statement was read. Roll call showed Moede, R. Beyer, Bonikowske, Wilz and Beyer present. There were no residents present.
Beyer/Bonikowske to approve the Agenda. Motion Carried 3-0.
Moede/ Bonikowske to approve the June 9, 2022 Minutes as posted on the website. Motion Carried 3-0.
Wilz gave the fund balances. Total cash on hand as of July 10, 2022 was $514,691.99. The Clerk and the Treasurer reconciled to the bank statement. Bonikowske/Beyer to approve the Treasurers report. Carried 3-0.
Constable: One complaint regarding chickens at large on Leighton Ave; no response from the owners. Bonikowske/Beyer to approve the constable report. Carried 3-0.
Business:
Its summer and the litterbugs are out at Fahser’s Bridge again. The garbage was removed after the July 4th weekend, and very soon after it was messy again. Possible action would be to make it posted ‘No Loitering’, which would make it a $25 fine, plus court costs. Other options would be closing to the public. Or, having more police presence, and ticketing litterers and underage drinking. Sheriff’s Department will be asked to do more drive thru for presence. An Ordinance to prevent Loitering will be on the August agenda.
Resolution 2022-5 was reviewed. This resolution states the Towns’ support of the East Central Wisconsin Regional Planning Commissions’ by law changes, allowing for appointments to their Boards, and eliminating the gubernatorial appointments to the same, due to the tardiness of the gubernatorial action. Beyer/Bonikowske to adopt Resolution 2022-5. Carried 3-0.
The zoning amendment application from Scott Young created the need for an Ordinance. This Ordinance was reviewed by the Board, after action in this process at the June meeting. A Public Hearing regarding this matter was held prior to this evenings’ board meeting. Only residents in favor of the amending ordinance were present at the public hearing. Moede/Bonikowske to adopt Ordinance 22-1, removing the Young property from Farmland Preservation. Carried 3-0.
A Certified Survey Map draft was received via email, to clean up some boundary lines on a parcel owned by Kendall Zemple. Bonikowske/Beyer to approve the CSM for Zemple. Carried 3-0. The Chair will sign when the signature copy is received by mail.
Land Use Permits: Permits received were for: Accessory structure on Yohr; a porch extension on Garrity; Accessory structures on Fuhs Rd; Substation expansion on Wolf Rd; Accessory structure on White Clover Rd; 3 accessory structures on Patri Rd.
UDC permits were received for: Garage on Lake Sturm Rd; a garage on Bear Lake Rd; Garage on Garrity Rd.
Fire and Ambulance Commission: Chassis for new tender truck is in at Marion; new air cylinders are in and ready to install; working on financing for new fire truck; the Rescue truck loan is paid off!; Ambulance had 41 calls in May; Emsar did the work on the Ambulance cots; time for the internal audit- committee named at July meeting. Next meeting is on Tuesday, July 19, 2022 at 6 pm at Manawa’s City Hall. The Fire/Ambulance Board meeting is Open to the Public.
Building Use / Maintenance: The propane tanks are sold, to be moved as soon as they are empty. Proposal on counter tops and cabinet for the kitchen was reviewed. Quote for the sink and faucet are expected. Bonikowske/Moede to approve the upgrades to the kitchen. Carried 3-0.
Roads- Fahrner will be re-graveling North Water Drive soon, as it schedules out. Beyer issued a driveway permit to Bill Block. A quote for wedging/patch on Mouse Creek was discussed. Moede/Bonikowske to approve the work on Mouse Creek Rd for $22,125. Carried 3-0. Need to put a wedge patch on Nicolai Rd- R. Beyer will get a quote on the work, as the budget is getting tight for the rest of 2022.
Correspondence was reviewed.
Bills and checks were presented for payment. Checks numbering 3676-3691 were presented for payables. Bonikowske/Beyer to approve payment of bills with checks 3676-3691. Carried 3-0.
Bonikowske/Beyer to adjourn. Meeting was adjourned at 8:45 pm.
These minutes are subject to board approval.
Respectfully submitted,
Jackie Beyer, Clerk
ORDINANCE NO. 22-1
ORDINANCE ADOPTING AN AMENDMENT TO THE
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN FOR THE TOWN OF LITTLE WOLF
The Town Board of Little Wolf, Wisconsin, do ordain as follows:
SECTION 1. Pursuant to Section(s) 60.22(3) of the Wisconsin Statutes, the Town of Little Wolf is authorized to prepare and adopt a comprehensive plan as defined in Sections 66.1001(1)(a) and 66.1001(2) of the Wisconsin Statutes.
SECTION 2. The Town Board, by the enactment of an ordinance, formally adopted the document titled
Town of Little Wolf – Year 2030 Comprehensive Plan as the Town comprehensive plan on April 10, 2007.
SECTION 3. The Plan Commission, by a majority vote of the entire Commission at a meeting held on May 12, 2022, recommended to the Town Board the adoption of an amendment to change the land use designation of a parcel/parcels of land located at Heinke Rd, Parcel number 13-35-33-13 on the future land use map adopted as part of the comprehensive plan.
SECTION 4. The Town published or posted a Class 1 public notice and held a public hearing regarding the plan amendment.
SECTION 5. The Town Board of the Town of Little Wolf, Waupaca County, Wisconsin hereby adopts the proposed plan amendment.
SECTION 6. The Town Clerk is directed to send a copy of this ordinance and the plan amendment to the parties listed in Section 66.1001(4)(b) of the Wisconsin Statutes.
SECTION 7. This Ordinance shall take effect upon passage by a majority vote of the full membership of the Town Board and publication or posting as required by law.
ADOPTED this 14th day of July, 2022.
Ayes__3___ Noes___0__ Absent__0___
Date Published/Posted: July 21, 2022
TOWN OF LITTLE WOLF
**Amended** MEETING AGENDA
Thursday, July 14, 2022
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 June 9, 2022 Minutes
Treasurer’s Report- Approval
Constable’s Report – Approval
Visitor Input –
Business:
Correspondence
Payment of Bills –
Adjournment
Town of Little Wolf
Meeting Proceedings
Thursday, June 9, 2022
Little Wolf Town Hall
Chairman Moede called the regular monthly meeting to Order at 7:00 pm. Open Meeting Statement was read. Roll call showed Moede, R. Beyer, Bonikowske, Wilz and Beyer present. There were no residents present.
Bonikowske/Beyer to approve the Agenda. Motion Carried 3-0.
Bonikowske/Moede to approve the May 12, 2022 Minutes as posted on the website. Motion Carried 3-0.
Wilz gave the fund balances. Total cash on hand as of June 5, 2022 was $448,943.40. The Clerk and the Treasurer reconciled to the bank statement. Beyer/Moede to approve the Treasurers report. Carried 3-0.
Constable: No report.
Visitors:
Business:
Board of Review was held on Tuesday, June 7, 2022 from 6 pm till 8 pm. There were no objectioners.
Liquor License Renewals for Cedar Springs Golf Course and Crosscut Solutions, and a Temporary License for the Lions Club for the Rodeo were considered. All fees had been received by the Clerk prior to the due date. Also for consideration were Operator Licenses for : Tiffany Hass, Julie Wurth, Nicole Starr, Jackie Beyer, Tammy Prill, Grace Heimbruch, Rae Lyn Mielke, James Quinn and Floyd Gerl. Bonikowske/Beyer to approve the renewal of the aforementioned Liquor and Operator Licenses. Carried 3-0.
Land Use Permits: Permits received were for: An ADA access for the PTF recycling center; an Accessory structure, shed; an accessory structure additions to shed, gazebo and patio.
Fire and Ambulance Commission: New members brought Fire roster up to 23. Pancake Breakfast was a success. Ambulance is working on a maintenance contract for the cots in the rigs. Next meeting is on Tuesday, June 21, 2022 at 6 pm at Manawa’s City Hall. The Fire Board meeting is Open to the Public.
Building Use / Maintenance: Waiting on a proposal for the new counter tops for in the Community Room, to finish the sprucing up. Received a quote from Manawa Heating for the gas line to be run to the Community Room furnace and convert the 3 furnaces at the Town Hall. There will be one new furnace and 2 conversions for the other furnaces. Moede/Bonikowske to approve the purchase of one furnace and two conversions, the new gas line and regulator, with the quote reflecting that pricing. Carried 3-0. The Community Room is available to rent for meetings, parties, etc. To check for availability, contact the Town Clerk.
Roads- Proposal from Fahrner for crack filling on Oak Rd, Pond St, Knopp Rd: both East and West side of O, Little Creek Rd: East of O. Total bill comes to $20,965.00. North Water Drive needs some repairs to the chip sealing that washed out last year. That will be redone. Ditch mowing is planned to be completed before the Rodeo. Moede/Bonikowske to approve the culvert replacement on Butternut Rd, and crack sealing on Knopp East and Little Creek Rd- East. Carried 3-0.
Correspondence was reviewed.
Bills and checks were presented for payment. Checks numbering 3657-3674 were presented for payables. Moede/Bonikowske to approve payment of bills with checks 3657-3674. Carried 3-0.
Bonikowske/Beyer to adjourn. Meeting was adjourned at 8:26 pm.
These minutes are subject to board approval.
Respectfully submitted,
Jackie Beyer, Clerk
TOWN OF LITTLE WOLF
MEETING AGENDA
Thursday, June 9, 2022
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 May 12, 2022 Minutes
Treasurer’s Report- Approval
Constable’s Report – Approval
Visitor Input –
Business:
Correspondence
Payment of Bills –
Adjournment
Town of Little Wolf
Meeting Proceedings
Thursday, May 12, 2022
Little Wolf Town Hall
Chairman Moede called the regular monthly meeting to Order at 7:00 pm. Open Meeting Statement was read. Roll call showed Moede, R. Beyer, Bonikowske, Wilz and Beyer present. There were two residents present.
Bonikowske/Beyer to approve the Agenda. Motion Carried 3-0.
Bonikowske/Moede to approve the April 14, 2022 Minutes as posted on the website. Motion Carried 3-0.
Wilz gave the fund balances. Total cash on hand as of May 8, 2022 was $472,964.22. The Clerk and the Treasurer reconciled to the bank statement. Board members received an updated list of dogs licensed. Moede/Beyer to approve the Treasurers report. Carried 3-0.
Constable: Moede reported a visit to check on dogs at large/untagged. The owners reported having moved the dogs to a different place. Moede also reported tires he picked up on Cemetery Rd. Bonikowske/Beyer to approve the Constable’s Report. Carried 3-0.
Visitors: Joe and Amy Starr were present to inform the board of some issues with the County Zoning Department regarding their business operations. Starr wanted to loop in the Board on what is going on and strongly encouraged the Board look into getting the Town out of Comprehensive Planning, as it looks nothing like the plan or the Towns’ intent of the plan at the time of adoption.
Business:
Comprehensive Planning: a Planning Commission meeting took place prior to the Town Board meeting. It was to discuss and recommend action by the Board, regarding a request for a Comp Plan amendment and a Zone Map amendment from Scott Young. The Planning Commission did recommend moving forward with the requested amendments, by approving Resolution# 5-22 unanimously. The decision was based on the Ordinance and the amendments allowed by current law. Bonikowske/Moede to approve the resolution to proceed with the amendments. Public Hearing for the Comp Plan amendment will be held at 6:30pm on July 14, 2022, prior to the July regular Town Board meeting. Public Hearing requires a 30 day published notice prior to being held. The Comp Plan Amendment (an ordinance change) will be on the July 14th regular Town Board agenda for action.
The Posting places were discussed. Currently the three physical places are: The Manawa Recycling Center, the Little Wolf Town Hall and Cedar Springs. The box at Cedar Springs was removed when the building was re-sided. It has not been placed back up. The state statutes require at least one physical place or more, when the use of a town website is used (see 985.02(2) (a) The notice must be posted in at least 3 public places likely to give notice to persons affected or must be posted in at least one public place likely to give notice to persons affected and placed electronically on an Internet site maintained by the municipality). The Town will move forward with the website, and the Town Hall and the Recycle Center, as moved by Beyer/Moede. Carried 3-0.
Land Use Permits: Permits received were for: Calf barn; Accessory Structures; and for replacing roof, siding and windows on a home.
Next Fire and Ambulance Commission meeting is on Tuesday, May 17, 2022 at 6 pm at Manawa’s City Hall. The Fire Board meeting is Open to the Public.
County Ordinance revisions were reviewed.
Building Use / Maintenance: the Community Room is available to rent for meetings, parties, etc. To check for availability, contact the Town Clerk.
Roads- Work Orders were reviewed. Proposed work, all culverts, on Butternut Rd (3), Progress Rd (1), Little Creek Rd (1), and North Water Drive (1). All culverts are failed to some extent or major fails. Beyer reported placing cones to notice the hazards, and the cones were stolen. The Town will order barrel style cones which are much heavier. Moede/Bonikowske to approve the work orders and the purchase of the barrels for safety issues. Carried 3-0.
The annual Open Book and Board of Review are coming up. The Open Book will take place on Tuesday, May 31, 2022 from 3pm to 5 pm at the Little Wolf Town Hall. The Board of Review will be one week later, on Tuesday, June 7, 2022 from 6 until 8 pm at the Little Wolf Town Hall. Please call the Town Clerk with any questions regarding assessments.
Correspondence was reviewed.
Bills and checks were presented for payment. Checks numbering 3641-3656 were presented for payables. Moede/Beyer to approve payment of bills with checks 3641-3656. Carried 3-0.
Bonikowske/Beyer to adjourn. Meeting was adjourned at 9:00 pm.
These minutes are subject to board approval.
Respectfully submitted,
Jackie Beyer, Clerk
Notice of Planning Commission Meeting
Thursday, May 12, 2022
6:15 pm
Little Wolf Town Hall
The Planning Commission will hold a meeting on Thursday, May 12, 2022 at 6:15pm at the Little Wolf Town Hall.
The item for consideration is a recommendation to the Town Board, for a Zone Map Amendment and Comp Plan Amendment, requested by Scott and Julie Young. The property is located on Heinke Rd, parcel 13-35-33-13. They would like to remove the parcel from Farmland Preservation and change it from Ag Retention to Ag/Woodland Transition. This is necessary for them to split the parcel and sell separate parcels. The Town Board will act on the matter at the monthly meeting, to be held on Thursday May 12, 2022, at 7:00 pm.
The Planning Commission Agenda is as follows:
Call to Order
Open Meeting Statement
Confirm Quorum with Roll Call
Review the Zone Map Amendment and Comprehensive Plan Amendment applications
Approve a Resolution to recommend the Zone Map Amendment to the Town Board
New Business
Adjourn
TOWN OF LITTLE WOLF
MEETING AGENDA
Thursday, May 12, 2022
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 14, 2022 Minutes
Treasurer’s Report- Approval
Constable’s Report – Approval
Visitor Input –
Business:
Correspondence
Payment of Bills –
Adjournment
ANNUAL MEETING
TOWN OF LITTLE WOLF
Tuesday, April 19, 2022
7:30 pm
Little Wolf Town Hall
Year: 2021
Agenda:
Open Meeting with the Pledge of Allegiance
Open Meeting Statement-THIS MEETING IS OPEN TO THE PUBLIC, AND THE PRESS HAS BEEN NOTIFIED.
Roll call of Elected Officials
Approval of April, 2021 Annual Meeting Minutes
Chairman will inform Residents of Meeting Protocol
Annual Report will be Reviewed and Discussed
All monthly Agenda Items will be open for discussion:
Comprehensive Planning/ Planning Commission Appointments-
Appoint Planning Commission Members
Fire and Ambulance/ Fire Board Appointments
Town Newspaper
Web Site
Town Computers
Building Use and Maintenance
Roads
Recodification of the Town Ordinances- update
Review Fees charged
Approve per diems and Hourly amounts for Board and Commissions
Salaries for Elected Officials (takes effect in 2023)
Any other Town Business
Public Comment
Schedule Next Annual meeting (2023)
Adjourn
Town Clerk- Jackie Beyer
P.O. Box 8
Manawa, WI 54949
Town of Little Wolf
Meeting Proceedings
Thursday, April 14, 2022
Little Wolf Town Hall
Chairman Moede called the regular monthly meeting to Order at 7:00 pm. Open Meeting Statement was read. Roll call showed Moede, R. Beyer, Bonikowske, Wilz and Beyer present.
Bonikowske/Beyer to approve the Agenda. Motion Carried 3-0.
Moede/Bonikowske to approve the March 10, 2022 Minutes as presented. Motion Carried 3-0.
Wilz gave the fund balances. Total cash on hand as of February 28, 2022 was $512,119.56. The Clerk and the Treasurer reconciled to the bank statement. Board members received an updated list of dogs licensed. Bonikowske/Beyer to approve the Treasurers report. Carried 3-0.
Constable: Moede reported a call to Butternut Rd regarding mud on the road. When the resident was told to remove the mud, as state law requires, the situation necessitated referral to the WC Sheriff’s Department. Bonikowske/Beyer to approve the Constable’s Report. Carried 3-0.
Business:
A resolution to approve the use of a one-time allowance on the ARPA funding was reviewed. It is to be taken on the first report due to the Federal Treasury, due the end of April. Moede/Beyer to adopt Resolution 2022-4. Carried 3-0.
Lawn Care: Bonikowske/Moede to approve the Lawn care to Chris Roehl. Carried 3-0.
Buildings and Driveways: Note of interest, the Town does require a minimum of 15 inch culverts on driveways, and end walls are required. Driveway and culvert permits are required, so contact a board member.
Next Fire and Ambulance Commission meeting is on Tuesday, April 26, 2022 at 6 pm at the Little Wolf Town Hall. The Fire Board meeting is Open to the Public. The annual Pancake Breakfast will be on Sunday, April 24th. It will be a drive thru at the Manawa High School.
County Ordinance revisions were reviewed. There were no comments.
Building Use / Maintenance: the Community Room is starting to see rentals again. It is available to rent for meetings, parties, etc. To check for availability, contact the Town Clerk. The two propane tanks will be sold once the fuel is drained down on them. Discussion regarding the price for the tanks, and how to proceed with selling them. The price will be 2500 and 3000 for the older and newer tank, respectively. Discussion regarding the arrangement of the kitchen and new countertops for same. Estimates will be presented when received.
Roads- the Spring Road Inspection revealed many pot holes. They are being taken care of as soon as possible. There are some failed cross culverts to be priced out. There is some ditching in spots, to keep the water flowing as it should. The culverts on Butternut Rd should be replaced this year, to allow them to settle down before it’s paved. Prices and work orders will be pursued.
Annual Meeting is scheduled for the normal 3rd Tuesday in April, which is the 19th. Start time is 7:30 pm. Residents are encouraged to attend.
Correspondence was reviewed.
Bills and checks were presented for payment. Checks numbering 3624 – 3640 were presented for payables. Moede/Bonikowske to approve payment of bills with checks 3624 - 3640. Carried 3-0.
Bonikowske/Beyer to adjourn. Meeting was adjourned at 8:55 pm.
These minutes are subject to board approval.
Respectfully submitted,
Jackie Beyer, Clerk
TOWN OF LITTLE WOLF
MEETING AGENDA
Thursday, April 14, 2022
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 10, 2022 Minutes
Treasurer’s Report- Approval
Constable’s Report – Approval
Visitor Input –
Business:
Correspondence
Payment of Bills –
Adjournment
Town of Little Wolf
Meeting Proceedings
Thursday, March 10, 2022
Little Wolf Town Hall
Chairman Moede called the regular monthly meeting to Order at 7:00 pm. Open Meeting Statement was read. Roll call showed Moede, R. Beyer, Bonikowske, Wilz and Beyer present. One visitor present.
Beyer/Bonikowske to approve the Agenda. Motion Carried 3-0.
Moede/Bonikowske to approve the February 10, 2022 Minutes as presented. Motion Carried 3-0.
Wilz gave the fund balances. Total cash on hand as of February 28, 2022 was $484,542.18. Tax collections have been completed. The Clerk and the Treasurer reconciled to the bank statement. Bonikowske/Beyer to approve the Treasurers report. Carried 3-0.
Constable: two dogs at large on River St. Moede/Beyer to approve Constables Report. Carried 3-0.
Visitors: Jim Zdroik from Fahrner Asphalt was present to thank the town for the past business and ask the Board to think of him with any future projects.
Business:
Pay for the Election Officials was discussed. Many towns are increasing the hourly wage to help recruit and retain our important election workers. The proposal to raise the hourly wage was $14 for Election Officials, and $15 per hour for Chief Inspectors. Bonikowske/Moede to approve the pay wage increase, effective immediately. Carried 2-0, with Beyer abstaining.
Comprehensive Planning- the Committee met prior to the Board meeting, for a Zone Map Amendment. The Committee unanimously recommended the approval of the requested Zone Map Amendment. Moede/Bonikowske to approve the Niemuth Zone Map Amendment. The accompanying CSM for the same was reviewed. Moede/Beyer to approve the CSM for the Niemuth project. Carried 3-0.
Next Fire and Ambulance Commission meeting is on Tuesday, March 15, 2022 at 6 pm at the Little Wolf Town Hall. The Fire Board meeting is Open to the Public. The annual Pancake Breakfast will be on Sunday, April 24th. It will be a drive thru at the Manawa High School.
County Ordinance revisions were reviewed. There were no comments.
Building Use / Maintenance: the Community Room is starting to see rentals again. It is available to rent for meetings, parties, etc. To check for availability, contact the Town Clerk. The two propane tanks will be sold once the fuel is drained down on them. When they are emptied, the town will be looking to sell them. Discussion regarding the arrangement of the kitchen and new countertops for same. Estimates will be presented when received.
Roads- Rod Beyer reported on: the Spring Weight Limits are in effect and the signs are posted; having road edges filled in after water runoff washed them out. The road work done on Mouse Creek Rd on the Lebanon side caused water/ice across the road. Moede was in contact with the Lebanon Town Chair, and a resolution will be worked out. The Spring Road Inspection is scheduled for Friday, April 8, 2022, at 8:00 am, with the rain date April 9th.
Annual Meeting is scheduled for the normal 3rd Tuesday in April, which is the 19th. Start time is 7:30 pm.
Correspondence was reviewed.
Bills and checks were presented for payment. Checks numbering 3598-3623 were presented for payables. Bonikowske/Beyer to approve payment of bills with checks 3598-3623. Carried 3-0.
Bonikowske/Beyer to adjourn. Meeting was adjourned at 8:40 pm.
These minutes are subject to board approval.
Respectfully submitted,
Jackie Beyer, Clerk
TOWN OF LITTLE WOLF
MEETING AGENDA
Thursday, March 10, 2022
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 10, 2022 Minutes
Treasurer’s Report- Approval
Constable’s Report – Approval
Visitor Input –
Business:
Correspondence
Payment of Bills –
Adjournment
TOWN OF LITTLE WOLF
2022 PROPOSED BUDGET
2021
REVENUES 10 MO Actual 2021 2022 %
2 MO EST BUDGET Budget Change
General Property Taxes 251,547 251,547 259,396 1.03%
State Shared Revenue 53,432 53,394 53,250.54 -0.003%
Transportation Aids 112,331 123,569 118,278.63 -0428%
State Insurance Refund 4894 4,894 4894
Pers. Property Aids 798 798 798
License and Permit 755 2,000 2,000
Rent 1000 1000 500 -50%
Other Revenue 79,000.99 2,000 80,000
T.R.I.P. Money 36,000 36,000 0.00
Cash Carryover 00 (est)78,862 20,000 -74.6%
TOTAL REVENUES $ 539,757 $$518,064 $539,117.17
EXPENDITURES
Local Government 118,500 160,000 160,000 -0.28
Highways 269,815 269,815 200,000 -25.9%
Fire/ Ambulance 99,200 104,600 110,000 -4.01%
Recreation 200 2,000 1,000 -50%
Landfill 0 1,300 1,500 15%
Recycling 4,820 6000 5,000 -20%
Manawa Dam 0 0 0
Comprehensive Planning 200 500 500
Contingency Fund 45,222 30,555 61,117.17 100%
TOTAL EXPENDITURES $ 539,757 $518,064 $ 539,117.17
Notice to Residents of the Town of Little Wolf, Waupaca County
Notice is hereby given that a Special Electors Meeting of the Town of Little Wolf, will be held at the Little Wolf Town Hall, at E6325 County Rd N, Manawa, WI on Wednesday, November 10, 2022. This Special Meeting of the Electors will take place immediately following the Budget Public Hearing, which starts at 7:00pm.
The Special Voter’s meeting is for the following purposes:
1. To approve the 2021 total town tax levy to be collected in 2022 pursuant to
s.60.10(1)(a) of Wis. State Statutes.
TOWN OF LITTLE WOLF
MEETING AGENDA
Wednesday, November 10, 2021
Little Wolf Town Hall
Immediately following Budget Public Hearing
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 October, 2021 Minutes
Treasurer’s Report- Approval
Constable’s Report – Approval
Assessor Report- Board of Review on Monday, November 15, 2021
Visitor Input –
Business:
Correspondence
Payment of Bills –
Adjournment
Town of Little Wolf
Meeting Proceedings
Thursday, October 14, 2021
Little Wolf Town Hall
Chairman Moede called the regular monthly meeting to Order at 7:00 pm. Roll call showed Moede, R. Beyer, Bonikowske, Wilz and Beyer present. One resident present.
Bonikowske/Beyer to approve the Agenda. Motion Carried 3-0.
Moede/Beyer to approve the September, 2021 Minutes as printed on the website. Motion Carried 3-0.
Wilz gave the fund balances. The Clerk and the Treasurer reconciled to the bank statement. Moede/Bonikowske to approve the Treasurers report. Carried 3-0.
Constable Report: Moede picked up a dog at the sheriff’s department, turned out to be a River St animal. Also a dog on Cemetery Road was abandoned. Beyer picked it up and took it to New London. Call from a resident that there were 2 tv’s and tire dumped on Doud Rd. Picked up by Bonikowske. Moede/Bonikowske to approve Constable’s Report. Carried 3-0.
Assessor Report: Reevaluation has been completed. Letters to the land owners with changes have been mailed. Open Book will be on November 4th, from noon until 4 pm at the Town Hall. Board of Review will be on Monday, November 15, 2021 from 4 pm until 6 pm or later if necessary to complete.
Business:
CSM for Pellett was reviewed. Moede/Bonikowske to approve contingent upon all reviews completed with no changes. Carried 3-0.
Resolution 2021-R3 was discussed. This Resolution is to formalize the Redistricting in the Town, due to population change results from the 2020 Census. The only time you will see this effect the ballot will be in the April elections that the County Board Supervisors are candidates. Your other elections will remain the same. Bonikowske/Moede to approve Resolution 2021-R3. Carried 3-0.
Land Use Permits received were for: Accessory structure- shed; Accessory structures, horse shelter and patio; single family dwelling; Accessory structures to farm.
UDC Permits received: Deck addition; Single Family Dwelling (home)
Fire Numbers: One to be installed on Mountain Lake Rd. Moede will get it installed.
Next Fire and Ambulance Commission meeting is on Tuesday, October 19, 2021 at 6 pm at Manawa City Hall. The Fire Chief wrote a grant that was approved, and new air packs will be coming in for the fire fighters. A new ambulance will be getting its logo work done, and then delivered to the Ambulance Department. The Fire Board meeting is Open to the Public.
A proposed ordinance to allow Fire Inspections to be done one time per year was introduced. This will help ease the problem of low volunteerism and time constraints for the Fire Inspectors. This will give the Fire Chief the discretion to inspect frequent/multiple violators more often. The public hearing for this ordinance will be held on November 10, 2021 at 7 pm at the Town Hall.
Building Use / Maintenance: the discussion of Natural Gas vs. Propane for the Town Hall was discussed. The generator that was ordered to be installed soon will accommodate either fuel with the flip of a switch. One of our propane tanks could be sold to offset the cost of the install. Moede/Beyer to have the line run for Natural Gas. Carried 3-0. The Town will use the fuel that is in the tanks right now. The furnaces will need to be looked at to ensure they are good to go.
Roads- Rod Beyer reported Fahrner will be back to finish the crack sealing. A snow removal proposal from Scotts Tree Moving was received and signed by the Chair. North Water Dr was discussed in regards to the water issue by the driveway to the gun club. Application for LRIP monies was discussed, with Butternut Road being the focus.
Budget Amendment No. 21-BA-16 to move $30,000 from General Government to Road Account. Moved by - Moede/Beyer to approve the Budget Amendment. Carried 3-0.
Upcoming meetings scheduled: November 4th is the Open Book from Noon till 4:00 November 10, 2021: 7:00 pm- Public Hearing for the Fire Inspection proposed Ordinance Immediately following, approximately 7:05pm – 2022 Budget Public Hearing. Immediately following is the November regular Town Board meeting, where the Budget will be adopted, and action on the fire inspection ordinance will take place.
November 11, 2021- Towns Association meeting being held in the Town Hall November 15, 2021 – Board of Review starts at 4 pm, and lasts until 6pm or until finished.
Correspondence was reviewed.
Bills and checks were presented for payment. Checks numbering 3466-3484 were presented for payables. Bonikowske/Beyer to approve payment of bills with checks 3466-3484. Carried 3-0.
Bonikowske/Moede to adjourn. Meeting was adjourned at 9:00 pm.
These minutes are subject to board approval.
Respectfully submitted,
Jackie Beyer, Clerk
TOWN OF LITTLE WOLF
MEETING AGENDA
Thursday, October 14, 2021
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 September, 2021 Minutes
Treasurer’s Report- Approval - Recycling Meeting report
Constable’s Report – Approval
Assessor Report- Board of Review
Visitor Input –
Business:
* CSM- Pellett Certified Survey Map
Correspondence
Payment of Bills –
Adjournment
TOWN OF LITTLE WOLF
MEETING AGENDA
Thursday, September 8, 2022
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 August 11, 2022 Minutes
Treasurer’s Report- Approval
Constable’s Report – Approval
Visitor Input –
Business:
· Insurance Quotes- review and approval
· Comprehensive Planning-
· Certified Survey Map-
· Land Use Permits
· Permits Issued – Buildings and Driveways
· UDC Inspection Reports-
· Fire Numbers-
· Fire and Ambulance Report- next meeting on 9-20-22 at Manawa City Hall
· Ordinances-
· Building Use and Maintenance:
· Fire Extinguisher –
· Road Report/Maintenance Work-
Correspondence
Payment of Bills –
Town of Little Wolf
Meeting Proceedings
Thursday, September 8, 2022
Little Wolf Town Hall
Chairman Moede called the regular monthly meeting to Order at 7:00 pm. Roll call showed Moede via phone, R. Beyer, Bonikowske, Wilz and Beyer present. There were no visitors/residents present.
Beyer/Bonikowske to approve the Agenda. Motion Carried 3-0.
Bonikowske/Beyer to approve the August, 2022 Minutes as posted on the website. Motion Carried 3-0.
Wilz gave the fund balances. The Clerk and the Treasurer reconciled to the bank statement. Beyer/Bonikowske to approve the Treasurers report. Carried 3-0.
Business:
Insurance quotes were discussed. Addition of coverage for Board members’ personal vehicles, in the event of an incident when doing town business, for an additional $18 per year. Additional coverage to the buildings, in light of the high cost of replacement of a similar structure was discussed. This will add an additional $130 per year, to increase to $400K coverage for replacement of buildings. Moede/ Bonikowske to approve the additional coverages. Carried 3-0.
Fire Number signs were ordered for two replacements on County Rd N (still had old style signs) and one for the parking lot/park on Bridge Rd (at Fahser’s Bridge).
Fire Dept. news: new Tender truck is ready for Final Inspection; two new members. Ambulance Dept.: received $12,000 from ARPA monies, to be used for equipment. Next Fire and Ambulance Commission meeting is on Tuesday, September 20, at 6 pm at Manawa City Hall. The Fire Board meeting is Open to the Public.
Roads- Billing has been received for the 50/50 culvert work- Beyer will submit for reimbursement. North Water Drive will be chip sealed to fix the washouts from last year, hopefully this year yet.
2023 Budget discussions will be on the October agenda. November will be the Budget Public Hearing.
Town’s Association Fall Workshop- it’s time to register for the workshops. The Clerk will attend the Stevens Point day. The Clerk will attend the October Fall Convention in Appleton, on the day that the Election Recertification seminar is held. Moede/Beyer to approve the Clerk’s attendance and the expenditures. Carried 3-0.
Correspondence was reviewed. Bills and checks were presented for payment. Checks numbering 3713-3732 were presented for payables. Bonikowske/Beyer to approve payment of bills with checks 3713-3732. Carried 3-0. Bonikowske/Moede to adjourn. Meeting was adjourned at 7:37 pm. These minutes are subject to board approval.
Town of Little Wolf
Meeting Proceedings
Thursday, September 8, 2022
Little Wolf Town Hall
Chairman Moede called the regular monthly meeting to Order at 7:00 pm. Roll call showed Moede via phone, R. Beyer, Bonikowske, Wilz and Beyer present. There were no visitors/residents present.
Beyer/Bonikowske to approve the Agenda. Motion Carried 3-0.
Bonikowske/Beyer to approve the August, 2022 Minutes as posted on the website. Motion Carried 3-0.
Wilz gave the fund balances. The Clerk and the Treasurer reconciled to the bank statement. Beyer/Bonikowske to approve the Treasurers report. Carried 3-0.
Business:
Insurance quotes were discussed. Addition of coverage for Board members’ personal vehicles, in the event of an incident when doing town business, for an additional $18 per year. Additional coverage to the buildings, in light of the high cost of replacement of a similar structure was discussed. This will add an additional $130 per year, to increase to $400K coverage for replacement of buildings. Moede/ Bonikowske to approve the additional coverages. Carried 3-0.
Fire Number signs were ordered for two replacements on County Rd N (still had old style signs) and one for the parking lot/park on Bridge Rd (at Fahser’s Bridge).
Fire Dept. news: new Tender truck is ready for Final Inspection; two new members. Ambulance Dept.: received $12,000 from ARPA monies, to be used for equipment. Next Fire and Ambulance Commission meeting is on Tuesday, September 20, at 6 pm at Manawa City Hall. The Fire Board meeting is Open to the Public.
Roads- Billing has been received for the 50/50 culvert work- Beyer will submit for reimbursement. North Water Drive will be chip sealed to fix the washouts from last year, hopefully this year yet.
2023 Budget discussions will be on the October agenda. November will be the Budget Public Hearing.
Town’s Association Fall Workshop- it’s time to register for the workshops. The Clerk will attend the Stevens Point day. The Clerk will attend the October Fall Convention in Appleton, on the day that the Election Recertification seminar is held. Moede/Beyer to approve the Clerk’s attendance and the expenditures. Carried 3-0.
Correspondence was reviewed. Bills and checks were presented for payment. Checks numbering 3713-3732 were presented for payables. Bonikowske/Beyer to approve payment of bills with checks 3713-3732. Carried 3-0. Bonikowske/Moede to adjourn. Meeting was adjourned at 7:37 pm. These minutes are subject to board approval.
TOWN OF LITTLE WOLF
TOWN OFFICERS – 2021-2023
TOWN CHAIRMAN- ALAN MOEDE
SUPERVISOR 1 – ROD BEYER
SUPERVISOR 2 - JOEL BONIKOWSKE
CLERK – JACKIE BEYER
TREASURER –RHONDA WILZ
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Town of Little Wolf
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Manawa,, WI 54949
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