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

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

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

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