Town of Little Wolf
E6325 County Road N
Manawa,, WI 54949
ph: 920-596-2080
Agenda's and Minutes
ANNUAL MEETING
TOWN OF LITTLE WOLF
Tuesday, April 20, 2021
7:00 pm
Little Wolf Town Hall
Year: 2020
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, 2020 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
Generator for Town Hall
Recodification of the Town Ordinances
Review Fees charged
Approve per diems and Hourly amounts for Board and Commission members
Salaries for Elected Officials (takes effect in 2023)
Any other Town Business
Public Comment
Schedule Next Annual meeting (2022)
Adjourn
Town Clerk- Jackie Beyer
P.O. Box 8
Manawa, WI 54949
Town of Little Wolf
Meeting Proceedings
Thursday, April 8, 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. There were one resident and one visitors present.
Bonikowske/ Beyer to approve the Agenda. Motion Carried 3-0.
Bonikowske/Beyer to approve the March, 2021 meeting Minutes. Motion Carried 3-0.
Treasurer Wilz gave the fund balances. The Treasurer and Clerk both reconciled to the bank statement. Moede/Bonikowske to approve the report. Motion Carried 3-0.
Constable Report: Beyer had a ‘goats at large’ complaint that he went to, on Cemetery and North Water Drive. There was also dogs at large on River St; Treasurer will send a letter as the dogs are not licensed. Bonikowske/Beyer to approve Constable’s Report. Carried 3-0.
Visitors: John Smith, Mayor of City of Manawa, was present to discuss the Town participating in the planned goose ‘Round up’ on the mill pond. The DNR suggested the Town be asked to participate, to have better success and get more of the population. This is proposed to take place in June. Cost sharing was discussed- with a possible cost to the Town of $1,500. The geese will be herded and loaded into a trailer and removed. The City will also use chemical deterrents to stop the future homing instinct. The droppings are a safety/health issue. This can be done by a Board motion- no Ordinance needs to be adopted. No letters are required to be sent to landowners. This can be decided at the May meeting, if the Town would like to participate. The Town encouraged the City to keep in communication on this issue.
Business:
The Election went very smoothly. The Clerk reported 219 voters voted and/or returned absentee ballots. There were some write in votes. The Election results can be found on the Waupaca County website. The Clerk would like to thank the Election Officials for an excellent job. Those that worked were: Donald Schuelke, Jacob Elsner, Barb Vaughan, Carol Glocke and Denise Buschke. Their time is much appreciated!
The Town website was notified of a possible upgrade becoming necessary. The Clerk checked into it, and suggested the cost of $299 was a great price for the upgrade, as it includes support for the new site for 3 months. The web domain and name will stay the same. Bonikowske/Moede to approve the expenditure of $299 to upgrade the website. Carried 3-0.
Assessor Contract was discussed. The Town Attorney sent the revised contract for the Boards consideration. The Board will reach out to the Assessor regarding some of its concerns, including the contract.
There was an application for an Operator’s License for the Board to consider. Jackie Beyer applied for a permit to serve at Cedar Springs Golf Course. Bonikowske/Moede to approve permit, with R. Beyer abstaining. Carried.
Land Use Permits: One new home, one accessory shed and one addition to an accessory structure were received. Also, one cutting notice received. Moede will be issuing a driveway permit on Friday.
Next Fire and Ambulance Commission meeting is on Tuesday, April 27, 2021 at 6 pm at Manawa City Hall.
Supervisor Bonikowske asked to discuss a possible Fireworks Permit in the Town. The town cannot permit or issue permits for something that is prohibited by law. It is, in fact, illegal for those projectile type fireworks to be purchased by citizens that are not licensed to shoot them off. The Clerk will review and get an opinion from the Towns Association.
Annual Lawn Maintenance for the Town Hall is awarded to Chris Roehl. Beyer/Moede to hire Roehl. Carried 3-0.
Roads- Rod Beyer reported on the following: Work Orders received for the two culverts that need replacing. This work will be decided on as the prices for other projects are determined. Beyer sent the list of crack seal and slurry seal roads for quotes.
Correspondence was reviewed. Clerk reported an email from a resident regarding the lack of mask wearing by Election Officials. Beyer stated the Election Commission sent an email with direction regarding the masks. They were recommended, but not mandated. Beyer stated she believed if she had required masks of the poll workers, she would not have had a full staff for the election. With the Town Board positions on the ballot, the Clerk was unable to ‘pitch in’ if there was a need for another worker. The priority was to have a properly, legally staffed election.
Bills and checks were presented for payment. Checks numbering 3350-3371 were presented for payables. -Moede/Beyer to approve payment of bills with checks 3350-3371. 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
TOWN OF LITTLE WOLF
MEETING AGENDA
Thursday, April 8, 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 March, 2021 Minutes
Treasurer’s Report- Approval
Constable’s Report – Approval
Visitor Input –
Business:
Correspondence
Payment of Bills –
Adjournment
VOTING BY ABSENTEE BALLOT for the
TOWN OF LITTLE WOLF AND THE CITY OF MANAWA
In the April 6, 2021 Election
Any qualified elector who is unable or unwilling to appear at the polling place on Election Day may submit a request to vote an absentee ballot to their municipal clerk. A qualified elector is any U.S. citizen, who will be 18 years of age or older on Election Day, who has resided in the ward or municipality where he or she wishes to vote for at least 28 consecutive days before the election. The elector must also be registered in order to receive an absentee ballot. Proof of identification must be provided before an absentee ballot may be issued.
You must make a request for an absentee ballot in writing or online at MyVote.wi.gov.
Contact your municipal clerk and request that an application for an absentee ballot be sent to you for the primary or election or both. You may also submit a written request in the form of a letter or you may apply for an absentee ballot online at MyVote.wi.gov. Your written request must list your voting address within the municipality where you wish to vote, the address where the absentee ballot should be sent, if different, and your signature. You may make application to your municipal clerk for an absentee ballot in person, by mail, by fax, by email or at MyVote.wi.gov.
Making application to receive an absentee ballot by mail
The deadline for making application to receive an absentee ballot by mail is:
5 pm on the fifth day before the election, Thursday, April 1, 2021.
Note: Special absentee voting application provisions apply to electors who are indefinitely confined to home or a care facility, in the military, hospitalized, or serving as a sequestered juror. If this applies to you, contact the municipal clerk regarding deadlines for requesting and submitting an absentee ballot.
Voting an absentee ballot in person
You may also request and vote an absentee ballot in the clerk's office or other specified location during the days and hours specified for casting an absentee ballot in person.
Town of Little Wolf, Clerk Jackie Beyer
PO Box 8
Manawa, WI 54949
Call 920-596-2143 to make an appointment
The first day to vote an absentee ballot in the clerk’s office is:
Tuesday, March 23, 2021. Please call for availability.
The last day to vote an absentee ballot in the clerk's office:
Friday, April 2, 2021.
No in-person absentee voting may occur on the day before the election.
The municipal clerk will deliver voted ballots returned on or before Election Day to the proper polling place or counting location before the polls close on Tuesday, April 6, 2021. Any ballots received after the polls close will not be counted.
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We Wish you a Merry Christmas and a Happy, Healthy 2021!
TOWN OF LITTLE WOLF FALL/WINTER NEWSLETTER- 2020
Hello from your Town Board!
We hope you are all doing well, considering the curveballs this year of 2020 has pitched. Who would have ever imagined we’d see the types of events 2020 has delivered! One thing we can ensure, the Town Board is committed to keeping the Town safe and maintained in a way that respects our residents and is responsible with your tax dollars. Read on to get updates. Lastly, we would like to wish you all a Blessed Christmas and hope the New Year brings us all Health and Happiness!
The Town Board is considering the purchase of a generator, to keep the Town Hall powered in the event of a storm that causes outage for days, like we’ve seen in the past. This is a topic we will discuss at the Town Budget Public Hearing, which is at 6 pm on November 12th, as it will cost more than a little. Please let the Town Board know whether or not you support this purchase.
Town Assessed Values: The new assessment values have been calculated by the Department of Revenue. The Towns’ aggregate ratio is below 90%. This is not a real serious issue; however, it is a good indicator that our assessed values on property in the Town need to be looked at and updated. This is why you will be receiving a letter from Kathy Bazile, our Town Assessor. The letter will include a survey that you should fill out and send back to her. By sending the survey back, you may be able to forego an inspection of the interior of your home. With the covid pandemic, the Assessor would prefer to do an outside assessment and not have to come inside. To make this possible, you must send back that survey! Please read the letter from Bazile when it arrives and send back the survey. This will make it possible to bring the values back in line without having to enter your property. The Town Board encourages you to cooperate with the Assessor.
Tax Collection reminders:
NEW for 2020: Due to the pandemic, the Treasurer will not be collecting in person this year. ALL tax payments should be mailed to: Rhonda Wilz, N5784 Shop St, Manawa, WI 54949. This info is on your tax bill as well. All payments must be postmarked on or before January 31, 2021 to be considered a timely payment. . Envelopes must be postmarked by Dec 31, to receive credit in 2020. INCLUDE a Self Addressed Stamped Envelope if you want to receive a RECEIPT
ALL DOGS MUST BE LICENSED. This is the Law in the State of Wisconsin.
TAGS COST $5 FOR SPAYED/NEUTERED , $10 FOR OTHERS & $35 FOR KENNEL
******PROOF OF RABIES VACCINATION IS REQUIRED****** SASE required for tags and receipt.
Tax Bills: This year, the Town may see an increase in bill amount, for the Manawa School District Referendum that was passed. On your bill you will find the amounts that make up the total bill, under the different taxing entities. We collect the taxes, then the Town pays the State, the County, the School District, Fox Valley Tech, and the remainder is the Towns’ share. The amount the Town charges/keeps is only legally allowed to increase by the amount of new development. Please look your bill over when you get it. If you have any questions, please call a town board member.
Town Hall Rental: The Town Hall is available for meetings, family parties, etc. The cost is $50 for the rental, plus a $50 deposit. The deposit is returned after the day of rent, and once the hall is found to be clean and in order after your party leaves. To check for availability call the Town Clerk. Now that the County has discontinued the Meals on Wheels in the Town Hall, we have more availability. Renting the Town Hall is economical, and helps offset the cost of heating the building, thus making your tax dollars go farther. We encourage you to think about renting the Town Hall for your events.
Items of Interest: this may be a repeat, but it is still true. We have handled many complaints regarding traffic violations. Please understand the Town does care about these issues, but your first call should be to the enforcement agency. That would be Waupaca County Sheriff’s Department. If it’s an emergency, call 911. The non-emergency number for the Sheriff’s Department is 715-258-4466.
In an effort to make all traffic and roads safer, the Town is working on enforcement of the state statute that gives the Town authority to keep the Right of Way clear. We are trying to make it the same across the whole town, as it should be. Any planting of trees, shrubs or hedges within 10 (ten) feet of the right of way, need to be approved by the Board. Please contact a Board member if you have any questions about this.
**If your Fire Number sign is damaged, please let a Town Board member know, so it can be replaced.**
Winter Snow Removal: Before we get any snow events, we would like to remind all residents of the state law, prohibiting us from pushing our snow across the road. This is an unsafe practice, and causes many expensive problems for the snow plowing workers that are out keeping the roads clear. Please remind anyone that you hire to plow out your driveway, too. If they leave snow on the road to freeze down, you, the homeowner, could be held liable for their actions while in your employ. An average snow fall, (anything over 2 inches, approximately), costs the town between 5 and 6 thousand dollars to have the whole town plowed and sand/salt. It is also illegal to use your personal or business truck or tractor to plow the town roads. If this is something you think you’d like to do, to ‘help out’, please refrain from doing this. It is against the law and extremely unsafe. Also, please don’t approach the snow plow vehicles or their drivers, as this could get you hurt, if they are looking at an object and don’t see you. They are doing their job, and you should leave them to that. If you have a complaint, you should be contacting a town official.
2021 Election Schedule: February and April elections are the 2021 elections as of right now. If there are any recalls or special elections, you will surely see it on TV or the news. The Clerk will publish notice of any special elections as well.
If you have moved or changed your name, you will need to register to Vote. Getting registered in advance of the first Election saves the Voter a lot of time on Election Day. If you would like to Register, please contact the Town Clerk, by calling 596-2143, or email a request to : litlwolf@wolfnet.net
Any Absentee requests for the calendar year of 2020 will expire on December 31, 2020. If you would like to continue to receive Absentee ballots after January 1, 2021, you may go to myVote.gov after January 1 and apply there, or contact the Town Clerk. The Clerk will be happy to assist you.
LAND USE PERMITS
The Waupaca County Zoning Department issues Land Use Permits. Please contact them If you are planning on doing any building. The rule of thumb is if it’s new or changing the outside dimensions of the structure, it requires a permit. Their number is 715-258-6255.
Notice of Meeting:
Town of Little Wolf
Thursday, March 18, 2021
12:00 am
The Town of Little Wolf will hold a meeting on Thursday, March 18, 2021, to conduct the annual Spring Road Inspection. The Inspection will begin at Noon, at the Little Wolf Town Hall. The Town Board shall proceed to travel the Town Roads, and determine the condition of the roads, and any necessary maintenance to be done. This meeting is Open to the Public.
Jackie Beyer, Clerk
Town of Little Wolf
Meeting Proceedings
Thursday, March 11, 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. There were two residents and two visitors present.
Bonikowske/ Moede to approve the Agenda. Motion Carried 3-0.
Bonikowske/Beyer to approve the February, 2021 meeting Minutes. Motion Carried 3-0.
Treasurer Wilz gave the fund balances. The Treasurer and Clerk both reconciled to the bank statement. Moede/Beyer to approve the report. Motion Carried 3-0.
Constable Report: No calls or complaints to report. Beyer/Bonikowske to approve Constable’s Report. Carried 3-0.
Visitors: Jim Zdroik from Fahrner was present to introduce himself and give a summary of their services. Rob Rosenau, Fire Chief for Manawa Fire Department, was present. He talked about the proposed new Fire trucks, the timeline for ordering the trucks. He also spoke about the training for new fire fighters. The call volume is down compared to last year. The Annual Pancake Breakfast will be a Drive Thru- it will take place on April 18th. The Covid restrictions on Fire Inspections expire on March 31, 2021, and the department is doing well to comply with the 2 times per year requirements.
Gary Hass stated the reclamation in the pit next to his house is showing progress, however the tracking pad needs to be larger as they are still dragging dirt onto the road.
Business:
Assessor Contract was discussed. Board members discussed revisions. The final revised draft will be emailed to the Town Attorney to put into proper format.
There are two newly trained election officials: both are trained as Chief Inspectors. The two new Election Officials are Donald Schuelke and Rod Beyer. Their term is until the end of December 2022. Bonikowske/Moede to approve the two Election Officials, with Sup. Beyer abstaining. Motion Carried.
Land Use Permits: There were three permits to review.
Next Fire Board meeting is on Tuesday, March 16, 2021 at 6 pm. The Fire Board meeting is open to the Public.
Ordinances: the new speed limit for ATV/UTV on county roads was discussed. The Town Ordinance clearly states that any ATV/UTV traveling on Town roads must operate at a maximum of 35 mph. The County cannot override the Town on this.
Roads- Rod Beyer reported on the following: work on Pine Crest has started (tree removal on Town owned land); Spring Weight Limits are imposed on all roads; the Spring Road Inspection will be done on Thursday, March 18 at 9 am, starting at the Town Hall. The LRIP posting for proposals was discussed, with a few details clarified. This will go in the paper in April.
Correspondence was reviewed.
Bills and checks were presented for payment. Checks numbering 3329-3349 were presented for payables. -Moede/Bonikowske to approve payment of bills with checks 3329-3349. Carried 3-0.
Bonikowske/ Beyer to adjourn. Meeting was adjourned at 9:10 pm.
These minutes are subject to board approval.
Respectfully submitted,
Jackie Beyer, Clerk
TOWN OF LITTLE WOLF
MEETING AGENDA
Thursday, March 11, 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 February Minutes
Treasurer’s Report- Approval
Constable’s Report – Approval
Visitor Input – Jim Zdroik, Fahrner Asphalt
Business:
Correspondence
Payment of Bills
Adjournment
Town of Little Wolf
Meeting Proceedings
Thursday, February 11, 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. There were three residents present.
Bonikowske/ Beyer to approve the Agenda. Motion Carried 3-0.
Moede/Bonikowske to approve the January, 2021 Regular meeting and Bonikowske/Beyer to approve the January 26, 2021 Special Meeting Minutes. Motion Carried 3-0.
Treasurer Wilz gave the fund balances. Tax collections were finished last week, excepting any payments received with a post mark of January 31 or earlier; these will still be considered timely. Total Property Taxes collected for the season was 96%. The Treasurer and Clerk both reconciled to the bank statement. Bonikowske/Moede to approve the report. Motion Carried 3-0.
Constable Report: No calls or complaints to report. Complaints were received about people plowing snow across the road. The Town will be delivering letters to violators, and the Sheriff’s Department will be called. Moede/Beyer to approve Constable’s Report. Carried 3-0.
Visitors: Nathan Orvedahl was present to discuss a CSM to show his purchase a lot from the City of Manawa that is located on Spring Creek Rd. Orvedahl needs to purchase the land to accommodate his drain field. There were no issues from the Board; Bonikowske/Beyer to approve the CSM for Nathan Orvedahl.
Gary Hass asked the Board what he could do to get water tested for his well. The reclamation of the pit next door is causing him concern about his water safety in the future. The board made some suggestions, and will get Hass the information they are able to provide.
Business:
Assessor Contract was discussed. The Clerk was tasked with getting some comparisons for prices and contracts from other municipalities. These were presented to the Board. The board members will send contract suggestions/revisions to the Clerk and next month agenda will include this subject.
Land Use Permits: There were two permits; one for a home addition and one after the fact for a porch and accessory shed. The UDC permit was for the home addition mentioned above.
The January Fire Board had discussion regarding a new Ambulance and a new Fire Truck. The prices vary, depending on whether you purchase the box or just the chassis (Ambulance). The Ambulance Director and Fire Chief were directed to proceed with getting prices and specs for the replacements. Next Fire Board meeting is on Tuesday, February 23, 2021 at 6 pm. The Fire Board meeting is open to the Public.
Ordinances: there is a revision to the Waupaca County Traffic Ordinance. It can be found on the Waupaca County website under Ordinances.
Roads- Kevin Hass reported on many residents plowing snow across the roads; he was advised to report addresses to his boss and the County will follow up with the Town for letters and reporting to the Sheriff. Rod Beyer reported on the following: work on Pine Crest will start in a couple of weeks (tree removal on Town owned land); Tree trimming on Wolf Rd, Swamp Rd, River St and Pine Crest (small branches hanging in roadway) will get done soon; Little Creek Rd (west) has a failing culvert, cost share potential; MCC states they will be finished in Lind Pit and reclaim in next two years, Klegin Pit may be out of aggregate in two years and will be reclaimed; have some spots on Rail Road and Spring Creek Rd that need gravel added to smooth out ruts; met with landowner on Butternut about a culvert- one was already there; one complaint of snowplow vs. mailbox he is following up on for the resident.
Correspondence was reviewed.
Bills and checks were presented for payment. Checks numbering 3304-3328 were presented for payables. Moede/Bonikowske to approve payment of bills with checks 3304-3328. Carried 3-0.
Bonikowske/ Beyer to adjourn. Meeting was adjourned at 8:35 pm.
These minutes are subject to board approval.
Respectfully submitted,
Jackie Beyer, Clerk
TOWN OF LITTLE WOLF
MEETING AGENDA
Thursday, February 11, 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 January 14, 2021 and January 26, 2021 Special Minutes
Treasurer’s Report- Approval
Constable’s Report – Approval
Visitor Input – Kyle Fischer, Orvedahl CSM
Business:
Correspondence
Payment of Bills –
Adjournment
TOWN OF LITTLE WOLF
**SPECIAL CLOSED SESSION**
MEETING AGENDA
Tuesday, January 26, 2021
Little Wolf Town Hall
6:00 pm
Open Meeting – THIS MEETING IS OPEN TO THE PUBLIC. IT HAS BEEN POSTED AND THE PRESS HAS BEEN NOTIFIED.
19.85 (1)(c) Considering employment, promotion, compensation or performance evaluation data of any public employee over which the governmental body has jurisdiction or exercises responsibility, as it pertains to the Assessor
Agenda is as follows:
Roll Call of Officials – Moede, Bonikowske, Beyer, Wilz, Beyer
Approval of Agenda-
Motion to go into Closed Session
Reconvene into Open Session
Statement or Action from Closed Session
Adjourn
Town of Little Wolf
Meeting Proceedings
Thursday, January 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. There were 2 public present.
Bonikowske/ Beyer to approve the Agenda. Motion Carried 3-0.
Moede/Bonikowske to approve the December, 2020 minutes, with a change to the recorded checks retained by Wilz. Motion Carried 3-0.
Treasurer Wilz gave the fund balances. Tax collections were at 49% without collecting in person. Sup. Beyer reported concern from Todd Niemuth regarding the lack of a ‘stamped receipt’ with in person collection suspended. Residents may call the Treasurer to have a receipt sent to them via email or postal service. Or, they can go to the County website and search Tax Information to print off a receipt. The Treasurer and Clerk both reconciled to the bank statement. Bonikowske/Beyer to approve the report. Motion Carried 3-0.
Constable Report: No calls or complaints to report.
Business:
Sue and Leo Johnson were present to ask why the Town had right of way markers placed along their property on Yohr Rd. R. Beyer explained the markers should have been placed along Spring Creek Rd, not Yohr. Johnson was under the impression that the Town ordered the large oak trees in her yard to be cut down. The Town denied this was ever discussed. Beyer will follow up with the county Highway department, and get matters straightened out.
The Assessor has asked to meet with the Town Board. A meeting will be scheduled.
Next Fire Board meeting is on Tuesday, January 19, 2021 at 6 pm. The Fire Board meeting is open to the Public.
Roads- Rod Beyer spoke about culvert repair on Garrity Rd; no word yet from MCC, Beyer will check back with them.
Caucus for nominating candidates for the April, 2021 ballot was held on Tuesday, with the following being nominated: Chair: Alan Moede- Supervisor #1: Rodney Beyer - Supervisor #2: Joel Bonikowske – Treasurer: Rhonda J. Wilz, and Clerk: Jackie Beyer. There were 9 residents present, along with the current board members.
The 2020 Final Budget Amendments were as follows: Amendment # 20-BA-12 - $ 212.13 from Comprehensive Planning to Contingency, and $ 600.00 from Recreation to Contingency, and $1,100 from Landfill to Contingency, and $ 5,468.91 from Fire and Ambulance to Contingency, and $ 50,667.24 from Highways to Contingency, and $ 52,742.59 from General Government fund to the Contingency Fund. This leaves a Balance of $117,300.41 in the Contingency Fund.
Amendment # 20-BA-13 - $117,300.41 is hereby transferred from the Contingency account into the Cash Carryover account.
Correspondence was reviewed.
Bills and checks were presented for payment. Checks numbering 3285 -3317 were presented for payables. Beyer/Bonikowske to approve payment of bills with checks 3285 -3317.
Bonikowske/ Beyer to adjourn. Meeting was adjourned at 8:45 pm.
These minutes are subject to board approval.
Respectfully submitted,
Jackie Beyer, Clerk
The Town Caucus, for the purpose of Nominating candidates for the Town Board positions, will be held on Tuesday, January 12, 2021 at 7 pm at the Little Wolf Town Hall.
TOWN OF LITTLE WOLF
MEETING AGENDA
Thursday, January 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 December, 2020 Minutes
Treasurer’s Report- Approval
Constable’s Report – Approval
Visitor Input –
Business:
Correspondence
Payment of Bills –
Adjournment
Town of Little Wolf
Meeting Proceedings
Thursday, December 10, 2020
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. There were 5 public present.
Bonikowske/ Beyer to approve the Agenda. Motion Carried 3-0.
Bonikowske/Beyer to approve the November, 2020 minutes. Motion Carried 3-0.
Treasurer Wilz gave the fund balances. The Treasurer and Clerk both reconciled to the bank statement. Moede/Bonikowske to approve the report. Motion Carried 3-0.
Constable Report: No calls or complaints to report.
Business:
Julia Juergens and family members present to explain and answer questions regarding a CSM they are looking to have approved. There were two changes to be made to the CSM. The Board will not sign until the revised copy is received, and Mrs. Juergens has signed and notarized as the owner. Moede/Bonikowske to approve the CSM with the revisions made. Carried 3-0.
The Planning Commission met prior to the Board meeting, and recommended approval of a Zone Map Amendment from Micky Pagel. Moede/Bonikowske to approve the requested Zone Map Amendment. Carried 3-0.
The stray animal contract with Wolf River Veterinary Clinic was reviewed. The cost of euthanizing a stray has gone up. The Town has not been billed for that service in recent years. Bonikowske/Beyer to approve the renewal of the 1 yr service from Wolf River Vet Clinic. Carried 3-0.
A draft letter from the Town Attorney was reviewed. It is to be sent to the Assessor. It is listing the Towns expectations of the service provided, along with other concerns. There were a couple of additions the board wanted to see. The Clerk will follow up with the Attorney.
Land Use Permit- one received for a new heifer barn at the Henschel farm.
UDC report- one UDC inspection sheet for a new home.
Next Fire Board meeting is on Tuesday, December 15, 2020 at 6 pm. The Fire Board meeting is open to the Public.
Building Maintenance: the Community room has gotten a new look. Rod and Jackie Beyer, Don and Deb Schuelke and Tim Hungerford were the painting crew. It looks great! It’s all ready for renting out for your get together!
Roads- Rod Beyer listed the maintenance tasks completed. There is not much going on, just waiting on the winter weather.
Bonikowske/Beyer to adopt the 2021 Budget as the operating budget for 2021. Carried by all.
Caucus for nominating candidates for the April 2021 ballot will be held on Tuesday, January 12, 2021 at the Little Wolf Town Hall beginning at 7:00 pm.
Correspondence was reviewed.
Bills and checks were presented for payment. Checks numbering 3258 through 3287 were presented for payables. Moede/Bonikowske to approve payment of bills with checks 3258 through 3287. Carried by all. Checks numbered 3259 through 3287 were held by Treasurer Wilz to use for Escrow refunds.
Bonikowske/ Beyer to adjourn. Carried. 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 10, 2020
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, 2020 Minutes
Treasurer’s Report- Approval
Constable’s Report – Approval
Visitor Input –
Business:
Correspondence
Payment of Bills –
Adjournment
Notice of Planning Commission Meeting
Thursday, December 10, 2020
6:15 pm
Little Wolf Town Hall
The Planning Commission will hold a meeting on Thursday, December 10, 2020 at 6:15 pm at the Little Wolf Town Hall.
The item for consideration is a recommendation to the Town Board, for a requested change to the Zoning Map, allowing for parcels owned by Micky Pagel, located at E7052 and E7054 Nicolai Rd, Manawa, to go from Ag Enterprise zoning to AWT- Ag and Woodland Transition. Parcel numbers are: 33-13-24-6 and 33-13-24-7.
The Agenda is as follows:
Call to Order
Confirm Quorum with Roll Call
Review the Zone Map Amendment request
Review Comments- Public Comment
Motion/Action on the request- Recommendation to the Town Board
Develop Town Recommendation form language
New Business
Adjourn
Town of Little Wolf
Special Meeting Minutes
Friday, November 13, 2020
5:00 pm
Little Wolf Town Hall
The Special Meeting was called to Order by Rod Beyer at 5 pm. Open meeting statement was read.
Members present: R. Beyer, J. Bonikowske and J. Beyer.
No Public present.
Beyer/Bonikowske to approve the Agenda. Carried.
Bonikowske/Beyer to approve the Budget Amendment, 20-BA-10, to move $1,289.68 from the General Government account into the Recycling account to cover expenses. Motion Carried by all.
Bonikowske/Beyer to adjourn. Meeting adjourned at 5:02 pm.
Respectfully Submitted,
Jackie Beyer
Town of Little Wolf
Meeting Proceedings
Thursday, November 12, 2020
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. There were 0 residents present.
Bonikowske/ Beyer to approve the Agenda. Motion Carried 3-0.
Moede/Beyer to approve the October, 2020 minutes. Motion Carried 3-0.
Treasurer Wilz gave the fund balances. The Treasurer and Clerk both reconciled to the bank statement. Bonikowske/Beyer to approve the report. Motion Carried 3-0.
Constable Report: No report from any Board member.
Business:
The Board discussed an email from the Town Attorney, regarding the assessor contract and moving forward. Moede/Beyer to authorize the attorney to draft a letter to the assessor asking for remediation of the assessment level and to clarify the assessment roll by the August 2021 Board of Review. Carried by all.
Land Use permits were reviewed, with four permits received. There were four UDC Inspection reports received, bringing the total for the year to date to 11.
Next Fire Board meeting is on Tuesday, November 17th at 6 pm. The Fire Board meeting is open to the Public.
Building Maintenance: Updating and freshening up in the Community Room was discussed. A painting of the room was determined a good idea. With the County not using for ‘Meals’ anymore, it would be good to make it more appealing to encourage renting it out.
Roads- Ditch mowing got completed, as did the patching on Swan Road. Now it’s just a matter of winter maintenance.
2020 Fall Newsletter: The newsletter is complete. It can be viewed at the three posting places, as well as on the town website, at www.townoflittlewolf.com
Correspondence was reviewed.
Bills and checks were presented for payment. Checks numbering 3233 through 3256 were presented for payables. Moede/Bonikowske to approve payment of bills with checks 3233 through 3256. Carried by all.
Bonikowske/ Beyer to adjourn. Carried. Meeting was adjourned at 8:23 pm.
These minutes are subject to board approval.
Respectfully submitted,
Jackie Beyer, Clerk
Budget Public Hearing
November 12, 2020
6:00 pm
Chairman Moede called the 2021 Budget Public Hearing to Order at 6:00 pm.
Board members present were: Moede, R. Beyer, J. Bonikowske, R. Wilz and J. Beyer.
There were no residents present.
Budget numbers were discussed, and the levy numbers were discussed as well.
After no more discussion, the Public Hearing was adjourned at 6:45 pm.
Special Electors Meeting
November 12, 2020
6:50 pm
Chairman Moede called the Special Elector meeting to Order at 6:50 pm.
It was explained who can make motions and vote at this type of meeting.
The total value of the Real Estate and Improvements for the Town are $103,834,600.
The Levy for the tax bills will be $24.2257397 per every $1000 of assessed value on each property.
J.Beyer moved to approve the Levy for the 2020 taxes, payable 2021, at $251,547 as listed on the Final Statement of Assessment, Wilz seconded the motion. Motion approved by all.
Motion to adjourn from Moede/Bonikowske. Meeting was adjourned at 6:57pm.
Respectfully Submitted,
Jackie Beyer, Town Clerk
TOWN OF LITTLE WOLF
MEETING AGENDA
Friday, November 13 2020
Little Wolf Town Hall
5:00 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-
Approve a Budget Amendment, to the Recycling account from the General Government account, to cover the assessment for the Manawa Area Recycling Center.
Public Comment
Adjourn
TOWN OF LITTLE WOLF
MEETING AGENDA
Thursday, November 12, 2020
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 October, 2020 Minutes
Treasurer’s Report- Approval
Constable’s Report – Approval
Visitor Input –
Business:
Correspondence
Payment of Bills –
Adjournment
NOTICE OF SPECIAL MEETING
TOWN OF LITTLE WOLF
Tuesday, October 27, 2020
7:30 PM
LITTLE WOLF TOWN HALL
The Town Board Chairman has called a Special Meeting of the Board, to take place on Tuesday, October 27, 2020, at 7:30 pm at the Little Wolf Town Hall. This meeting is Open to the Public. The Agenda is as follows:
Call to Order
Open Meeting Statement: this meeting is Open to the Public and the press has been notified, so the citizens may be made aware of the time and place and purpose of the meeting.
Roll Call
Approve Vicki Bartelt as an Election Official for November 3, 2020
Discussion regarding the Assessment Aggregate Ratio and its effect on the tax bill
Discuss/Action on Revaluation of the Town/Assessor Duties
Public Comment
Adjourn
Notice of Public Test
The Public Test of the Electronic Voting
Equipment will be conducted on Saturday,
October 24, 2020 at 1:30 pm at the Little
Wolf Town Hall, for the November 3rd, 2020
General Election. Test is open to the Public, and
Safety precautions for the Covid-19 virus will be
Strictly followed.
Jackie Beyer, Clerk
Town of Little Wolf
Notice to Residents of the Town of Little Wolf, Waupaca County:
The Town Board will hold the Budget Public Hearing on Thursday, November 12, 2020 at 6:00 pm to take comments on the proposed Budget for 2021. This hearing will be held at the Little Wolf Town Hall at E6325 County Rd N, Manawa , WI.
TOWN OF LITTLE WOLF
2021 PROPOSED BUDGET
2020
REVENUES 10 MO Actual 2020 2021
2 MO EST BUDGET Budget
General Property Taxes 249,375 250,447 251,547
State Shared Revenue 53,432 52,961 53,394
Transportation Aids 112,331 123,569 123,569 State Insurance Refund 4894 5,205 4,894
Pers. Property Aids 798 798 798
License and Permit 755 2,000 2000
Rent 1000 1,500 1000
Other Revenue 4500 5,000 2,000
T.R.I.P. Money 0 0 0
Cash Carryover 00 (est)30,000 (est)78,862
TOTAL REVENUES $ 438,323 $479,146.36 $518,064
EXPENDITURES
Local Government 113,700 160,000 160,000
Highways 133,000 186,000 206,000
Fire/ Ambulance 99,200 104,600 104,600
Recreation 200 1,000 2,000
Landfill 0 1,100 1,100
Recycling 5652 4,361 6000
Manawa Dam 7,309 7,309 7,309
Comprehensive Planning 400 500 500
Contingency Fund 78,862 51,045.36 30,555
TOTAL EXPENDITURES $ 438,323 $479,146.36 $518,064
Notice to Residents of the Town of Little Wolf, Waupaca County
Notice is hereby given that a Special Electors Meeting of the Town of LittleWolf, will be held at the Little Wolf Town Hall, at E6325 County Rd N, Manawa, WI on Thursday, November 12, 2020. This Special Meeting of the Electors will take place immediately following the Budget Public Hearing, which starts at 6:00pm. The purpose of this Special Electors meeting is to approve the 2021 Budget and Levy.
TOWN OF LITTLE WOLF
TOWN OFFICERS – 2017-2019
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
E6325 County Road N
Manawa,, WI 54949
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