2025 Meeting Minutes

All posted minutes are subject to Board approval.

TOWN OF BROOKLYN BOARD MEETING –January 14, 2025

The Brooklyn Town Board meeting was called to order by Chairman Gerald Graham at 6 p.m.

Attendance: Chairman Gerald Graham, Supervisor Chris Burke, Supervisor Dan Ostrowski, Treasurer Ann Peterson and Clerk Christine Davis. No guests were present.

A motion was made by Chris Burke and seconded by Dan Ostrowski to approve the minutes of the December 10, 2024 monthly meeting. Motion carried without negative vote.

The Treasurer’s Cash Summary for December was read by Ann Peterson with the following balances: $44,619.30 in the NOW Checking Account and $99,304.66 in the Money Market Investment Account. A motion was made by Chris Burke and seconded by Dan Ostrowski to approve the Treasurer’s Report. Motion carried without negative vote.

Clerk Davis presented the January disbursements in the amount of $198,229.35. A motion was made by Dan Ostrowski and seconded by Chris Burke to transfer $135,000.00 to the NOW checking account and approve the monthly disbursements. Motion carried without negative vote.

Correspondence:

Northwood Technical College is seeking Board appointments.

Public Input: none

Business:

Road Maintenance- Town roads were sanded. Shady Lane was missed on Sunday, January 12th when town roads were plowed. Gerald will speak with the county to ensure the routes are adjusted to include all town roads and appropriate turn around spots for the equipment.
A motion was made by Dan Ostrowski and seconded by Gerald Graham to move the February meeting to Thursday, February 13, 2025 beginning at 6pm with the Town audit to follow. Motion carried without negative vote.

Gerald Graham motioned to adjourn at 6:19 pm. The motion was seconded by Dan Ostrowski. Motion carried without a negative vote.

The next meeting will be on Thursday, February 13, 2025 at 6pm with the town audit to follow.

Respectfully submitted, Christy Davis, Clerk

TOWN OF BROOKLYN BOARD MEETING –February 13, 2025

The Brooklyn Town Board meeting was called to order by Chairman Gerald Graham at 6 p.m.

Attendance: Chairman Gerald Graham, Supervisor Chris Burke, Supervisor Dan Ostrowski, Treasurer Ann Peterson and Clerk Christine Davis.No guests were present.

A motion was made by Gerald Graham and seconded by Dan Ostrowski to approve the minutes of the January 14, 2025 monthly meeting. Motion carried without negative vote.

The Treasurer’s Cash Summary for January was read by Ann Peterson with the following balances: $1393.00 in the NOW Checking Account and $428,616.04 in the Money Market Investment Account. A motion was made by Dan Ostrowski and seconded by Chris Burkei to approve the Treasurer’s Report. Motion carried without negative vote.

Clerk Davis presented the February disbursements in the amount of $260,770.71. A motion was made by Chris Burke and seconded by Dan Ostrowski to transfer $260,000.00 to the NOW checking account and approve the monthly disbursements. Motion carried without negative vote.

Correspondence:

State of Wisconsin sent a PILT certification letter.

Chairman Graham received several calls concerning smoke from a brush pile controlled burn.

Public Input: none

Business:

Road Maintenance- Town roads were plowed and sanded after the latest snow events.
Two properties in the Town were incorrectly assessed for improvements on hunting land due to the abolished personal property tax law. The board discussed moving forward to correct the error on the next tax cycle without charging for the omitted tax.
A motion was made by Gerald Graham and seconded by Chris Burke to approve the renewal of the Towns liability and workmans comp insurance policies with Community Insurance while denying any additional coverages. Motion carried without negative vote.
Brightspeed will receive a letter of support from the Town of Brooklyn to submit with their grant application for expanding internet opportunities in the Town.

Dan Ostrowski motioned to adjourn at 6:36 pm. The motion was seconded by Chris Burke. Motion carried without a negative vote.

The next meeting will be on Tuesday, March 11, 2025 at 6pm.

Respectfully submitted, Christy Davis, Clerk

Approved March 11, 2025

TOWN OF BROOKLYN BOARD MEETING –March 11, 2025

The Brooklyn Town Board meeting was called to order by Chairman Gerald Graham at 6 p.m.

Attendance: Chairman Gerald Graham, Supervisor Dan Ostrowski, Treasurer Ann Peterson and Clerk Christine Davis.Supervisor Chris Burke was available by phone. Guests present were Mary Ellen Ulfers and Gary Grubbs.

A motion was made by Dan Ostrowski and seconded by Gerald Graham to approve the minutes of the February 13, 2025 monthly meeting. Motion carried without negative vote.

The Treasurer’s Cash Summary for February was read by Ann Peterson with the following balances: $24,587.03 in the NOW Checking Account and $202,712.98 in the Money Market Investment Account. A motion was made by Dan Ostrowski and seconded by Gerald Graham to approve the Treasurer’s Report. Motion carried without negative vote.

Clerk Davis presented the March disbursements in the amount of $3,334.49. A motion was made by Gerald Graham and seconded by Dan Ostrowski to approve the monthly disbursements. Motion carried without negative vote.

Correspondence:

The DNR sent updated MFL information for properties in the town.

Washburn County will again provide a grant for spring or fall clean up events.

Public Input: Gary Grubbs representing Grubby’s Tree Service reported to the board that they are working with the DNR to obtain a commercial burning permit and relocate the business burn pit.

Business:

Road Maintenance- The road inspection will be scheduled during the April meeting.
A motion was made by Dan Ostrowski and seconded by Gerald Graham to set the Open Book for Wednesday, April 30 from 2pm-4pm at the Town hall. The town assessor will be available during that time for any residents to meet with him and discuss their taxed properties. Motion carried without negative vote. A motion was made by Dan Ostrowski and seconded by Gerald Graham to set the Board of Review for Wednesday, May 7 from 5 pm-7 pm at the Town hall.

A motion was made by Gerald Graham and seconded by Dan Ostrowski to approve the new agreement with Atlas Inspections. Motion carried without a negative vote.

A motion was made by Dan Ostrowski and seconded by Gerald Graham to approve Ed Morgan’s 2025 bid for mowing the Town Hall and Lampson cemetery. Motion carried without a negative vote.

Supervisor Dan Ostrowski will attend the WTA district meeting on Friday, April 4, 2025 The training meeting will meet the state mandate for one member of the board to be certified for the Board of Review hearing.

Gerald Graham motioned to adjourn at 6:46 pm. The motion was seconded by Dan Ostrowski. Motion carried without a negative vote.

The next meeting will be on Tuesday, April 15, 2025 to follow the Annual Electors Meeting.

Respectfully submitted, Christy Davis, Clerk

Approved April 15, 2025

TOWN OF BROOKLYN BOARD MEETING –April 15, 2025

The Brooklyn Town Board meeting was called to order by Chairman Gerald Graham at 618 p.m. following the adjournment of the Annual Meeting.

Attendance: Chairman Gerald Graham, Supervisor Dan Ostrowski, Supervisor Chris Burke, Treasurer Ann Peterson and Clerk Christine Davis.No guests were present.

A motion was made by Dan Ostrowski and seconded by Gerald Graham to approve the minutes of the March 11, 2025 monthly meeting. Motion carried without negative vote.

The Treasurer’s Cash Summary for March was read by Ann Peterson with the following balances: $21,256.46 in the NOW Checking Account and $202,872.11 in the Money Market Investment Account. A motion was made by Chris Burke and seconded by Dan Ostrowski to approve the Treasurer’s Report. Motion carried without negative vote.

Clerk Davis presented the April disbursements in the amount of $23,731.15. A motion was made by Gerald Graham and seconded by Dan Ostrowski to approve the monthly disbursements. Motion carried without negative vote.

Correspondence:

The town’s property insurance provider, MPIC, sent a notice of a 2% inflation increase for all policies.

Washburn County Hwy Department will be removing road bans at noon on Thursday, April 17.

Public Input: Dan received information concerning the placement of the new stop sign for Oak Ridge and Shady Lane. There continues to be some confusion concerning the right (north) turn lane. The board will take a look at the intersection during the road inspection.

The culvert, running under the Wild Rivers Trail on South Lakeside, is showing signs of beaver activity. The town will notify the DNR that the culvert grate has been removed and have someone investigate the beaver activity.

Business:

Road Maintenance- The annual town road inspection is scheduled for Tuesday, May 6th beginning at 5 pm. The road bans for town roads will be removed on Friday, April 25th. Gary Christman has dug out several oversized rocks on Remington Road in preparation for new gravel to be laid down this year. Remington Rd, Haynes Rd and Lonely Lane are scheduled in the 5 year road plan to receive new gravel.
A motion was made by Dan Ostrowski and seconded by Chris Burke to renew the town insurance policy with MPIC. Motion carried without a negative vote.

Clerk Davis presented the need to purchase a new election machine prior to the 2026 election year. The current price for an Optical Scan machine is $1700. However, a discount through the county may be available. More information will be provided prior to purchase.

Chris Burke motioned to adjourn at 6:58 pm. The motion was seconded by Dan Ostrowski. Motion carried without a negative vote.

The next meeting will be on Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at 6 pm

Respectfully submitted, Christy Davis, Clerk

Approved May 13, 2025

TOWN OF BROOKLYN BOARD MEETING –May 13, 2025

The Brooklyn Town Board meeting was called to order by Chairman Gerald Graham at 6 p.m.

Attendance: Chairman Gerald Graham, Supervisor Dan Ostrowski, Supervisor Chris Burke, and Clerk Christine Davis. Treasurer Ann Peterson was absent by prior notice. No guests were present.

A motion was made by Chris Burke and seconded by Dan Ostrowski to approve the minutes of the April 15, 2025 monthly meeting. Motion carried without negative vote.

The Treasurer’s Cash Summary for April was read by the clerk with the following balances: $21,522.02 in the NOW Checking Account and $202,997.17 in the Money Market Investment Account. A motion was made by Chris Burke and seconded by Dan Ostrowski to approve the Treasurer’s Report. Motion carried without negative vote.

Clerk Davis presented the April disbursements in the amount of $12,453.76. A motion was made by Dan Ostrowski and seconded by Chris Burke to approve the monthly disbursements. Motion carried without negative vote.

Correspondence:

NWRPC is hosting a spring clean up event on Friday, May 16 and Saturday May 17 for all Washburn County property owners. It will be held at the Springbrook Garbage & Recycling Center.

Public Input: None

Business:

Road Maintenance- The county will grade graveled town roads after we receive some moisture. Current conditions are too dry.
The annual town road inspection was completed on Tuesday, May 6th. The board identified several roads in need of patching. Say HI road is on the plan to pave this year, pending a cost analysis. A culvert on Lakeside north of Cty Hwy F is starting to rust and may need replacement.
The fall clean up event for Town of Brooklyn residents will be Saturday, September 20, 2025. Postcards containing pertinent information will be mailed out in August.

Dan Ostrowski motioned to adjourn at 6:23 pm. The motion was seconded by Chris Burke. Motion carried without a negative vote.

The next meeting will be on Tuesday, June 10, 2025 at 6 pm

Respectfully submitted, Christy Davis, Clerk

Approved 6/10/25

TOWN OF BROOKLYN BOARD MEETING –June 10, 2025

The Brooklyn Town Board meeting was called to order by Chairman Gerald Graham at 6 p.m.

Attendance: Chairman Gerald Graham, Supervisor Dan Ostrowski, Supervisor Chris Burke, Treasurer Ann Peterson, and Clerk Christine Davis. No guests were present.

A motion was made by Chris Burke and seconded by Dan Ostrowski to approve the minutes of the May 13, 2025 monthly meeting. Motion carried without negative vote.

The Treasurer’s Cash Summary for May was read by the treasurer with the following balances: $9084.28 in the NOW Checking Account and $203,122.31 in the Money Market Investment Account. A motion was made by Chris Burke and seconded by Dan Ostrowski to approve the Treasurer’s Report. Motion carried without negative vote.

Clerk Davis presented the June disbursements in the amount of $248.50. A motion was made by Dan Ostrowski and seconded by Chris Burke to approve the monthly disbursements. Motion carried without negative vote.

Correspondence:

Northwood Tech is appointing new board members.

Washburn County Zoning sent zoning district information to aid the board in rezoning requests or Conditional Use applications.

WISLR road payment rating submission information

Public Input: None

Business:

Road Maintenance- A motion was made by Gerald Graham and seconded by Dan Ostrowski to seek bids for paving .87 mile on Say Hi Rd. Motion carried without negative vote.

Patching is needed on Popple Island Road. A new culvert and additional gravel are being

installed on Haines Rd. Gary Christman is continuing to patch town roads as needed.

A motion was made by Chris Burke and seconded by Dan Ostrowski to approve the Liquor License for Silver Lake Saloon. Motion carried without negative vote.
A motion was made by Gerald Graham and seconded by Chris Burke to contract with NWRPC for our annual Road Rating Certification. Motion carried without negative vote.
Morgan Lawncare will not be able to complete their contract with the town this summer. Burke Land Management has agreed to mow the cemetery and Town Hall for the same rate agreed on with Morgan Lawncare. Other service providers submitted bids for twice the current pricing.

Dan Ostrowski motioned to adjourn at 6:27 pm. The motion was seconded by Chris Burke. Motion carried without a negative vote.

The next meeting will be on Tuesday, July 8, 2025 at 6 pm

Respectfully submitted, Christy Davis, Clerk

Approved July 8, 2025

TOWN OF BROOKLYN BOARD MEETING –July 8, 2025

The Brooklyn Town Board meeting was called to order by Chairman Gerald Graham at 6 p.m.

Attendance: Chairman Gerald Graham, Supervisor Dan Ostrowski, Supervisor Chris Burke, Treasurer Ann Peterson, and Clerk Christine Davis. Guests present were Todd Conaway, and Jay Schott

A motion was made by Gerald Graham and seconded by Chris Burke to approve the minutes of the June 10, 2025 monthly meeting. Motion carried without negative vote.

The Treasurer’s Cash Summary for June was read by the treasurer with the following balances: $13,270.80 in the NOW Checking Account and $203,251.70 in the Money Market Investment Account. A motion was made by Chris Burke and seconded by Dan Ostrowski to approve the Treasurer’s Report. Motion carried without negative vote.

Clerk Davis presented the July disbursements in the amount of $17,216.66. A motion was made by Dan Ostrowski and seconded by Chris Burke to approve the monthly disbursements. Motion carried without negative vote.

Correspondence:

Public Input: The Minong Fire Department will be hosting an Open House for all tax payers on August 9 from 1 pm-4 pm at the fire hall.

Business:

Road Maintenance- Howard Ullom has begun mowing town road shoulders. Culvert work and added gravel have been completed on Haynes Rd. Invoices from Tenet, Inc and Iron Hill Excavating were paid by Paul Brown. The town will reimburse the expense.

Bids were opened for Say Hi Road paving. Monarch Paving was the only bid received. The total bid for the project is $143,687.07. The bid includes adding gravel to 22 feet wide, pulverizing and grinding road surface to create a minimum of 6” base material. Paving at 20’ for the first 175’ stretch off of Cty Hwy F, then to 18’ for the remainder of the road surface. Driveways will be tied in. Shoulders will be graveled at 2’ each side as long as the ditches are not compromised. A motion was made by Chris Burke and seconded by Dan Ostrowski to approve Monarch bid for Say Hi Rd paving and shouldering. Motion carried without negative vote.
The contract was signed with NWRPC to authorize the PASER rating and submission for the town roads.

Chris Burke motioned to adjourn at 6:27 pm. The motion was seconded by Dan Ostrowski. Motion carried without a negative vote.

The next meeting will be on Tuesday, August 12, 2025 at 6 pm

Respectfully submitted, Christy Davis, Clerk

Approved August 12, 2025

TOWN OF BROOKLYN BOARD MEETING – August 12, 2025

The Brooklyn Town Board meeting was called to order by Chairman Gerald Graham at 6:00 p.m.

Attendance: Chairman Gerald Graham, Supervisor Chris Burke, Supervisor Dan Ostrowski, and Treasurer Ann Peterson. Clerk Christine Davis was absent with prior notification.

Guests: Larry from Scott Construction

July 8, 2025 minutes were supplied electronically prior to the meeting. A motion was made by Chris Burke and seconded by Dan Ostrowski to approve the minutes of the July 8, 2025 monthly meeting. Motion carried without negative vote.

The Treasurer’s Cash Summary for July was read by Treasurer Peterson with the following balances: $26,790.76 in the NOW Checking Account and $203,251.70 in the Money Market Investment Account. A motion was made by Dan Ostrowski and seconded by Chris Burke to approve the Treasurer’s Report. Motion carried without negative vote.

Treasurer Peterson presented the August disbursements in the amount of $20,489.99. A motion was made by Gerald Graham and seconded by Chris Burke to approve the disbursements. Motion carried without negative vote.

Correspondence:

New UDC building permits have been issued for residential dwellings to Kathy Scalzo on Palmer Drive and Wendy Rothenbuhler on Mack Lake Road
There were some transfers in MFL properties for MLNSA Family Trust and Robert Swanson Family Trust
The Spooner Police Department sent information for dog collection and drop-off at the Humane Society

Public Input: None was offered.

Business:

Road Maintenance – Haynes Road will be having more gravel added; Scott Construction dropped off a quote for work on Lakeside Rd:

Wedging from County Road F to Palmer Drive ($41,184)
Chip sealing from N10053 south to County Road F ($20,151)
Chip sealing from N10053 north to where the pavement changes ($21,191)

These quotes will be discussed at the September Board meeting for determination on status of funding available and what portion(s) of the proposed project to undertake.

A motion was made by Dan Ostrowski and seconded by Chris Burke to adjourn at 6:16 p.m. Motion carried without negative vote.

The next meeting will be on Tuesday, September 9, 2025 at 6:00 p.m.

Respectfully submitted,

Ann L. Peterson, Treasurer

Approved as corrected September 9, 2025

TOWN OF BROOKLYN BOARD MEETING – September 9, 2025

The Brooklyn Town Board meeting was called to order by Chairman Gerald Graham at 6:00 p.m.

Attendance: Chairman Gerald Graham, Supervisor Chris Burke, Supervisor Dan Ostrowski, and Clerk Christine Davis. Treasurer Ann Peterson was absent with prior notification.

Guests: Brent Greden, resident; Larry Radzach, Scott Construction Company

August 12, 2025 minutes were supplied electronically prior to the meeting. Clerk Davis suggested a correction to change Lakeview Dr. (mentioned in the Scott Construction report) to Lakeside Rd. A motion was made by Dan Ostrowski and seconded by Chris Burke to approve the minutes of the August monthly meeting as corrected. Motion carried without negative vote.

The Treasurer’s Cash Summary for August was read by Clerk Davis with the following balances: $6,319.01 in the NOW Checking Account and $223,073.65 in the Money Market Investment Account. A motion was made by Dan Ostrowski and seconded by Chris Burke to approve the Treasurer’s Report. Motion carried without negative vote.

Clerk Davis presented the September disbursements in the amount of $11,327.61. A motion was made by Chris Burke and seconded by Dan Ostrowski to transfer $6,000.00 from the MMIA account to the NOW checking account and to approve the disbursements. Motion carried without negative vote.

Correspondence:

Public Input: None was offered

Business:

Road Maintenance – Northwest Regional Planning delivered the WISLR pavement rating for the town roads. Chairman Graham will certify the information and submit it to the state.

North Lakeside Rd will need to be graded.

The Scott Construction quote for work on Lakeside Road was discussed.

Wedging from County Road F to Palmer Drive ($41,184)
Chip sealing from N10053 south to County Road F ($20,151)
Chip sealing from N10053 north to where the pavement changes ($21,191)

Clerk Davis presented the current budget information for highway expenses to date. After much discussion concerning funds available, as well as the 5 year road plan, Supervisor Chris Burke made a motion to approve Scott Construction’s bid amount to wedge Lakeside Rd from County Hwy F to Palmer Drive. The motion was seconded by Dan Ostrowski. Motion carried without a negative vote.

ii. Mr. Greden presented information concerning recent issues at the Silver Lake boat

landing. His concerns referenced lack of parking as well as difficulty in launching boats

from the landing when other vehicles were blocking the area. His suggestions included

possible signage as well as creating more designated parking spots. The board will

explore the availability of extending the gravel footprint allowing for more space to park

and turn around as well as signage.

A motion was made by Dan Ostrowski and seconded by Chris Burke to adjourn at 6:42 p.m. Motion carried without negative vote.

The next meeting will be on Tuesday, November 11, 2025 at 6:00 p.m.

Respectfully submitted,

Christine Davis, Clerk

TOWN OF BROOKLYN BOARD MEETING – October 14, 2025

The Brooklyn Town Board meeting was called to order by Chairman Gerald Graham at 6:00 p.m.

Attendance: Chairman Gerald Graham, Supervisor Chris Burke and Clerk Christine Davis. Supervisor Dan Ostrowski and Treasurer Ann Peterson were absent with prior notification.

Guests: No guests present

September 9, 2025 minutes were supplied electronically prior to the meeting. A motion was made by Chris Burke and seconded by Gerald Graham to approve the minutes of the previous monthly meeting. Motion carried without negative vote.

The Treasurer’s Cash Summary for September was read by Clerk Davis with the following balances: $994.03 in the NOW Checking Account and $218,211.65 in the Money Market Investment Account. A motion was made by Chris Burke and seconded by Gerald Graham to approve the Treasurer’s Report. Motion carried without negative vote.

Clerk Davis presented the October disbursements in the amount of $160,248.44. A motion was made by Chris Burke and seconded by Gerald Graham to transfer $140,000.00 from the MMIA account to the NOW checking account and to approve the disbursements. Motion carried without negative vote.

Correspondence:

Public Input: None was offered

Business:

Road Maintenance – A new culvert was installed on Lakeside Road by the county. Say Hi Road paving is completed. Mowing of town roads was completed.

ii. The Silver Lake landing improvement to increase the area available for parking and turn

with additional rock will be approximately $2,160.00. Chairman Graham motioned to

approve the work. The motion was seconded by Chris Burke. Motion carried without a

negative vote.

iii. A motion was made by Gerald Graham and seconded by Chris Burke to set the date for

the elector meeting for Tuesday, November 11, 2025 at 6 pm. The Budget hearing to set

the tax levy will follow. Motion carried without a negative vote.

A motion was made by Chris Burke and seconded by Gerald Graham to adjourn at 6:34 p.m. Motion carried without negative vote.

The next meeting will be on Tuesday, November 11, 2025 following the Budget Hearing..

Respectfully submitted,

Christine Davis, Clerk