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2023 Meeting Minutes
All posted minutes subject to Board approval at the next monthly meeting.
January Meeting Minutes
TOWN OF BROOKLYN BOARD MEETING –January 10, 2023
The Brooklyn Town Board meeting was called to order by Chairman Gerald Graham at 6:06 p.m.
Attendance: Chairman Gerald Graham, Supervisor Chris Burke, Supervisor Dan Ostrowski, and Treasurer Ann Peterson Clerk Christine Davis was absent with prior notification.
A motion was made by Dan Ostrowski and seconded by Chris Burke to approve the minutes of the December 13, 2022 monthly meeting. Motion carried without negative vote.
The Treasurer’s Cash Summary for December was read by Treasurer Peterson with the following balances: $3,448.32 in the NOW Checking Account and $146,043.52 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 January disbursements in the amount of $150,693.64. A motion was made by Dan Ostrowski and seconded by Gerald Graham to transfer $150,000 from the money market account to the checking account and approve the disbursements. Motion carried without negative vote.
Correspondence: The Town received notification of a Forest Law Designation being applied to a parcel of land owned by the Gronski/Tully family.
Public Input: None was offered.
Business:
Road Maintenance- Washburn County Highway Department has been doing a good job of plowing. The salt/sand that was put down along with the clearing on Lakeside and Shady Lane has helped. There are a few places where the roads are getting narrow from the snowbanks. These areas can be plowed down and then winged back farther in the future.
A motion was made by Chris Burke and seconded by Dan Ostrowski to set the 2022 Audit for Tuesday February 14, 2023 immediately following the regularly scheduled town board meeting. Motion carried without negative vote.
Short Term Rental Ordinance – Steve Grotting phoned Chairman Gerald Graham prior to the meeting to ask if there would be any action on this item at the meeting. He volunteered to try and get a list of properties within the Town that have registered with the State of Wisconsin Department of Revenue as short-term rentals. The Board discussed the proposed ordinance and the difficulty there would be in enforcing the ordinance if a violation was discovered. The informal decision was made to table this agenda item until more information is available.
A motion was made by Gerald Graham and seconded by Dan Ostrowski to adjourn at 6:32 p.m. Motion carried without negative vote.
The next meeting will be on Tuesday, February 14, 2023 at 6:00 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Ann L. Peterson, Treasurer
February Meeting Minutes
TOWN OF BROOKLYN BOARD MEETING –February 14, 2023
The Brooklyn Town Board meeting was called to order by Chairman Gerald Graham at 6:02 p.m.
Attendance: Chairman Gerald Graham, Supervisor Chris Burke, Supervisor Dan Ostrowski, Treasurer Ann Peterson, and Clerk Christine Davis
A motion was made by Dan Ostrowski and seconded by Chris Burke to approve the minutes of the January 10, 2023 monthly meeting. Motion carried without negative vote.
The Treasurer’s Cash Summary for January was read by Treasurer Peterson with the following balances: $24,329.43 in the NOW Checking Account and $413,869.30 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 February disbursements in the amount of $278,698.61. A motion was made by Gerald Graham and seconded by Dan Ostrowski to transfer $255,000 from the money market account to the checking account and approve the disbursements. Motion carried without negative vote.
Correspondence:
The Town received notification of a Forest Law Designation being applied to a parcel of land owned by TJL Real Estate LLC.
The Town received a letter from the SASD superintendent concerning meeting with electors for a Q/A prior to the April election pertaining to the school referendum.
Public Input: None was offered.
Business:
Road Maintenance-The board discussed a phone request for permission to use the town roads for moving logs off of the current landing site while the road bans are in place. The roads involved are Say Hi Road, Frost Rd and Lakeside Rd. A motion was made to deny the request by Chairman Graham and seconded by Chris Burke. Motion carried without negative vote.
Short Term Rental Ordinance – Steve Grotting emailed the Clerk to provide contacts at the state level in an attempt to provide a list of current short term rentals. The Board discussed the proposed ordinance and the difficulty there would be in gaining a list from the State. The informal decision was made to table this agenda item until more information is available.
A motion was made by Chris Burke and seconded by Dan Ostrowski to adjourn at 6:34 p.m. Motion carried without negative vote.
The next meeting will be on Tuesday, March 14, 2023 at 6:00 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Christy Davis, Clerk
March Meeting Minutes
TOWN OF BROOKLYN BOARD MEETING –March 14, 2023
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, 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 February 14, 2023 monthly meeting. Motion carried without negative vote.
The Treasurer’s Cash Summary for January was read by Treasurer Peterson with the following balances: $23,835.66 in the NOW Checking Account and $196,485.35 in the Money Market Investment Account. A motion was made by Dan Ostrowski and seconded byChris Burke to approve the Treasurer’s Report. Motion carried without negative vote.
Clerk Davis presented the March disbursements in the amount of $10,860.48. A motion was made by Dan Ostrowski and seconded byChris Burke to approve the disbursements. Motion carried without negative vote.
Correspondence:
Supervisor Dan Ostrowski received a text message concerning the need to plow town roads on Sundays in the event of heavy snow.
The Town received updated mowing rates from Morgan Lawn Care for the 2023 year.
The Town received documentation for an intent to cut Tract 36-21 from Theodore J. Strzok, Jr. Logging LLC
Public Input: None was offered.
Business:
Road Maintenance-Road bans go into effect Thursday, March 16th at noon. Supervisor Burke will post the needed weight limit signs. The roads will continue to be plowed as needed.
Due to the need for a property value re-evaluation, the assessment roll will not be prepared to hold an Open Book prior to July. However, in accordance with state statute 70.47(1), an initial Board of Review will convene on May 9, 2023 at 5:45pm. In accordance with state statute 70.47(3)(aL)1 the Board of Review will adjourn to July 31, 2023 with the Open Book meeting set for July 24, 2023. Supervisor Dan Ostrowski motioned to set the Open Book and Board of Review in conjunction with the assessors schedule as well as the dates set forth above. Supervisor Chris Burke seconded the motion. Motion carried without a negative vote.
The Board will not be attending the WTA district meeting this year.
The Town liability insurance policy increased by $82 for a premium of $2216.00. The workman comp policy premium decreased by $63 for a premium of $840.00. Chairman Gerald Graham motioned to renew the insurance policies covering liability and workmans comp. as well as reject any additional coverages. Supervisor Dan Ostrowski seconded the motion. Motion carried without a negative vote.
A motion was made by Dan Ostrowski and seconded by Chris Burke to adjourn at 6:55 p.m. Motion carried without negative vote.
The next meeting will be on Tuesday, April 18, 2023 following the Annual meeting.
Respectfully submitted, Christy Davis, Clerk
April Meeting Minutes
TOWN OF BROOKLYN BOARD MEETING –April 18, 2023
The Brooklyn Town Board meeting was called to order by Chairman Gerald Graham at 6:21 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 Dan Ostrowski and seconded by Chris Burke to approve the minutes of the March 14, 2023 monthly meeting. Motion carried without negative vote.
The Treasurer’s Cash Summary for March was read by Treasurer Peterson with the following balances: $12,977.76 in the NOW Checking Account and $196,605.49 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 $15,576.63. A motion was made by Gerald Graham and seconded by Dan Ostrowski to approve the disbursements. Motion carried without negative vote.
Correspondence:
The WTA Unit Meeting agenda
Public Input: None was offered.
Business:
Road Maintenance- The road inspection date will be set for Monday, May 8 beginning from the Town Hall at 5 pm.
The Town property insurance policy increased by $30 for the 2023 renewal. Supervisor Dan Ostrowski motioned to renew the insurance. Gerald Graham seconded the motion. Motion carried without a negative vote.
A motion was made by Dan Ostrowski and seconded by Chris Burke to adjourn at 6:50 p.m. Motion carried without negative vote.
The next meeting will be on Tuesday, May 9, 2023 at 6pm.
Respectfully submitted, Christy Davis, Clerk
May Meeting Minutes
TOWN OF BROOKLYN BOARD MEETING –May 9, 2023
The Brooklyn Town Board meeting was called to order by Chairman Gerald Graham at 6:05 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 Dan Ostrowski and seconded by Chris Burke to approve the minutes of the April 18, 2023 monthly meeting. Motion carried without negative vote.
The Treasurer’s Cash Summary for April was read by Treasurer Peterson with the following balances: $32,081.76 in the NOW Checking Account and $196,751.03 in the Money Market Investment Account. A motion was made by Gerald Graham and seconded by Chris Burke to approve the Treasurer’s Report. Motion carried without negative vote.
Clerk Davis presented the April disbursements in the amount of $12,928.84. A motion was made by Chris Burke and seconded by Dan Ostrowski to approve the disbursements. Motion carried without negative vote.
Correspondence:
Washburn County Bridge Petition Information. A letter of appreciation was received from Caryl Ligler. She especially appreciated the assistance from Supervisor Dan Ostrowski.
Public Input: None was offered.
Business:
Road Maintenance- The county will continue to grate roads as needed this summer. Lakeside Road north will need crack filling.
Road Inspection - The road inspection determined several signs are missing or down on town roads. Chairman Graham will order the needed road signs for Palmer and Shady Lane. Blade patching will need to be done on south Lakeside Rd. Bramer Road needs to be sealed to extend its life until repaving in 2026. This is a rating year for the roads. A definitive list of the town road condition will be assessed and any additional issues that arise will be addressed.
A motion was made by Gerald Graham and seconded by Chris Burke to adjourn at 6:27 p.m. Motion carried without negative vote.
The next meeting will be on Tuesday, June 13, 2023 at 6pm.
Respectfully submitted, Christy Davis, Clerk
June Meeting Minutes
TOWN OF BROOKLYN BOARD MEETING –June 13, 2023
The Brooklyn Town Board meeting was called to order by Chairman Gerald Graham at 6:00 p.m.
Attendance: Chairman Gerald Graham, Supervisor Dan Ostrowski, Treasurer Ann Peterson, and Clerk Christine Davis. Supervisor Chris Burke was available by phone. No guests were present.
A motion was made by Dan Ostrowski and seconded by Gerald Graham to approve the minutes of the May 9, 2023 monthly meeting. Motion carried without negative vote.
The Treasurer’s Cash Summary for May was read by Treasurer Peterson with the following balances: $20,141.76 in the NOW Checking Account and $196,884.44 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 May disbursements in the amount of $1096.98. A motion was made by Gerald Graham and seconded by Dan Ostrowski to approve the disbursements. Motion carried without negative vote.
Correspondence:
Washburn county Emergency Management sent an information packet for the 2023 Emergency Preparedness and Response.
Death certificate received for Jane Lindenfelser
Washburn County Clerk’s office sent information concerning the 2023 Municipal Clean up Day Grant.
Public Input: None was offered.
Business:
Road Maintenance- The county will continue to grate roads as needed this summer. A bid to crack fill Lakeside Rd north and Palmer Dr. was received from Scott Construction in the amount of $8538.00. A motion was made by Dan Ostrowski to accept the Scott Construction bid. Gerald Graham seconded the motion. Motion carried without a negative vote. A motion was made by Dan Ostrowski to seek a bid for needed road work on Birchwood East including 2 culverts and gravel. Gerald Graham seconded the motion. Motion carried without a negative vote.
A motion was made by Gerald Graham to renew the liquor licenses for Mack Lake Tavern and Silver Lake Saloon pending payment of fees. The motion was seconded by Dan Ostrowski. Motion carried without a negative vote.
A motion was made by Gerald Graham to update the Board of Review policies according to the recommendations of the Wisconsin Towns Association. Dan Ostrowski seconded the motion. Motion carried without a negative vote.
A motion was made by Gerald Graham and seconded by Dan Ostrowski to adjourn at 6:32 p.m. Motion carried without negative vote.
The next meeting will be on Tuesday, July 11, 2023 at 6pm.
Respectfully submitted, Christy Davis, Clerk
July Meeting Minutes
TOWN OF BROOKLYN BOARD MEETING –July 11, 2023
The Brooklyn Town Board meeting was called to order by Chairman Gerald Graham at 6:00 p.m.
Attendance: Chairman Gerald Graham, Supervisor Dan Ostrowski, Treasurer Ann Peterson, and Clerk Christine Davis. Supervisor Chris Burke was absent by prior arrangement. Guests present were Ron Severson, Phil Sylla, Deb Hammock, Paul Hammock, Sue Kending, Rosemary Delaney, and Pat Delaney.
A motion was made by Dan Ostrowski and seconded by Gerald Graham to approve the amended minutes of the June 13, 2023 monthly meeting. Motion carried without negative vote.
The Treasurer’s Cash Summary for June was read by Treasurer Peterson with the following balances: $24,121.25 in the NOW Checking Account and $197,005.81 in the Money Market Investment Account. A motion was made by Gerald Grahami and seconded by Dan Ostrowski to approve the Treasurer’s Report. Motion carried without negative vote.
Clerk Davis presented theJuly disbursements in the amount of $121,617.778. A motion was made by Gerald Graham and seconded by Dan Ostrowski to transfer $80,000.00 from the Money Market account to the NOW checking account and approve the disbursements. Motion carried without negative vote.
Correspondence:
Death certificate received for Stanley Ross
Washburn County Clerk’s office sent a 3 year compliance postcard for the septic system.
Emails were received from Marette Jorgenson and Patrick Hansen pertaining to the County Campground Zoning Ordinance.
Public Input: All in attendance were in favor of the County Zoning Ordinance. Mr. Sylla would like to see an increase in the set back from the current draft.
Business:
Road Maintenance- The Board is awaiting a bid for replacing culverts on Birchwood Dr.
The Fall clean up date was set for Saturday, September 16, 2023 from 9 am - 12 pm.
Updated Board of Review Policies were presented by Clerk Davis. A motion was made by Dan Ostrowski and seconded by Gerald Graham to approve the updates as presented. Motion carried without negative vote.
A motion was made by Gerald Graham and seconded by Dan Ostrowski to approve the Code of Ordinances Chapter 38, Article II, Division 24 as presented by the Washburn County Zoning Board. Comments to increase the set back and limit the number of sites per acre were included. Motion carried without negative vote.
A motion was made by Gerald Graham and seconded by Dan Ostrowski to adjourn at 7:07 p.m. Motion carried without negative vote.
The next meeting will be on Tuesday, August 8, 2023 at 6pm.
Respectfully submitted, Christy Davis, Clerk
September Meeting Minutes
TOWN OF BROOKLYN BOARD MEETING –September 12, 2023
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, Treasurer Ann Peterson and Clerk Christine Davis. Supervisor Dan Ostrowski was absent. No guests were present.
A motion was made by Gerald Graham and seconded by Chris Burke to approve the amended minutes of the August 2023 monthly meeting. Motion carried without negative vote.
The Treasurer’s Cash Summary for August was read by Ann Peterson with the following balances: $1481.19 in the NOW Checking Account and $133,180.85 in the Money Market Investment Account. A motion was made by Gerald Graham and seconded by Chris Burke to approve the Treasurer’s Report. Motion carried without negative vote.
Clerk Davis presented the updated disbursements for August in the amount of $7,111.71. Clerk Davis presented the September disbursements in the amount of $34,539.65. A motion was made by Gerald Graham and seconded by Chris Burke to transfer $34,000.00 from the Money Market account to the NOW checking account, approve the amended disbursements for August and approve the September disbursements. Motion carried without negative vote.
Correspondence:
Mr. Harvey Radke, Washburn County Clerk’s Office, culvert vendor-Subsurface, INC.
Public Input: None
Business:
Road Maintenance- The county completed the gravel, pulverize and blade work on Birchwood Dr. The county will look at Say Hi road to determine if it can be bladed also.
A motion was made by Chris Burke and seconded by Gerald Graham to adjourn at 6:28 p.m. Motion carried without negative vote.
The next meeting will be on Tuesday, October 10 , 2023 at 6pm.
Respectfully submitted, Christy Davis, Clerk
September Meeting Minutes
TOWN OF BROOKLYN BOARD MEETING –September 12, 2023
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, Treasurer Ann Peterson and Clerk Christine Davis. Supervisor Dan Ostrowski was absent. No guests were present.
A motion was made by Gerald Graham and seconded by Chris Burke to approve the amended minutes of the August 2023 monthly meeting. Motion carried without negative vote.
The Treasurer’s Cash Summary for August was read by Ann Peterson with the following balances: $1481.19 in the NOW Checking Account and $133,180.85 in the Money Market Investment Account. A motion was made by Gerald Graham and seconded by Chris Burke to approve the Treasurer’s Report. Motion carried without negative vote.
Clerk Davis presented the updated disbursements for August in the amount of $7,111.71. Clerk Davis presented the September disbursements in the amount of $34,539.65. A motion was made by Gerald Graham and seconded by Chris Burke to transfer $34,000.00 from the Money Market account to the NOW checking account, approve the amended disbursements for August and approve the September disbursements. Motion carried without negative vote.
Correspondence:
Mr. Harvey Radke, Washburn County Clerk’s Office, culvert vendor-Subsurface, INC.
Public Input: None
Business:
Road Maintenance- The county completed the gravel, pulverize and blade work on Birchwood Dr. The county will look at Say Hi road to determine if it can be bladed also.
A motion was made by Chris Burke and seconded by Gerald Graham to adjourn at 6:28 p.m. Motion carried without negative vote.
The next meeting will be on Tuesday, October 10 , 2023 at 6pm.
Respectfully submitted, Christy Davis, Clerk