Town of Union

Town of Union Minutes

Town Board Meeting

September 4, 2018 

The meeting was called to order by Chairman Gary Schoen at 7:00 p.m. Those in attendance were Sandy Werth, Walter Strebe, Dave Heideman, Gary Schoen, Sharon Olsen, and residents per sign in sheet. The open meeting statement was given by Schoen and the notice of meeting and agenda were posted as required. 

Agenda: Olsen requested to amend the agenda as she had received a Shoreland Land Use Permit application via e-mail from Waupaca County for Randy Olson. She wanted to add it to item 8a on the agenda.  Motion by Heideman, second by Strebe, to approve the agenda as amended. Motion carried.

Board Meeting Minutes: Strebe noted when he read the August minutes he questioned work on West River Road under the heading of Proposals from Fahner and County for Road Work. He said in one paragraph it stated work was to be done on West River Road and the next paragraph indicated the decision was made to wait with West River Road. Discussion followed. Olsen stated the work which was to be done on West River Road was to be done by Fahner and the work that was delayed on the road was to be done by the county.  That information is listed as such in the August minutes. Schoen took out his paperwork from the service providers and confirmed the work to be done by Fahner would be from State Highway 110 to Luckjohn Road for $2,106.00. Strebe made the motion to approve the minutes, second by Heideman. Motion carried. 

Treasurer’s Report: Werth gave her treasurer’s report. She stated there was one outstanding check. Motion by Heideman, second by Strebe, to approve the treasurer’s report as presented. Motion carried.

Disbursements: Schoen reviewed the disbursements made in August. Checks # 6414 through #6433 were paid. Motion by Strebe, second by Heideman, to accept the report as given. Schoen asked if there were any questions. Hearing none motion carried. 

Operator License:  An operator’s application was received via mail from Symco Store, LLC (Union Still) for Brittany Olivia Bouchett. After the board’s review of the application and background check, a motion was made by Strebe, second by Heideman, to approve the license. Motion carried. Olsen had prepared the license and will drop it off at the bar after the meeting.

Town Hall Rental Agreement: A discussion was had regarding the current town hall rental agreement. After the last rental the air conditioning ran for days and the room was not returned to the way it was set-up for Election day. Chair Schoen thought we should add something about ensuring the thermostat is set at a reasonable temperature so it doesn’t happen again. Werth had added a draft statement to the agreement listing the thermostat to be set at 76 degrees in the summer and 65 degrees during the winter months for review by the board. It was also decided the $25 refund check should not be returned until after the following board meeting when it was approved by the board. Motion by Heideman, second by Strebe, to approve the revised agreement with the temperature setting listed.  Motion carried. 

Land Use Permits: Two permit applications were received from Waupaca County Planning and Zoning Department which consist of: 1) A shore land permit for an accessory structure for a workshop/storage building which is not be used for eating, sleeping or living quarters, and an accessory structure for a shed and outhouse. The outhouse is to be evaluated by the county within three months from date of issuance (8/30/18). 2) An after-the–fact land use permit application for accessory structures for a harness shop, phone booth, and wood shelter for John Frey and Harry Keim. Discussion took place including usuable/allowable land for animals. Schoen informed the board the county will be updating their information to include taking away the road right-of-way, buildings, etc. when figuring the size allowed for animals. The applications were reviewed by the board and will be placed on file.   

Opening of Town Roads for ATV/UTV Routes:  Schoen and Heideman attended the WTA meeting held in Big Falls. Schoen reported the Town of Farmington opened all of their roads to ATV/UTV use. The Town of Dayton has it under consideration. Gene Goode was at the meeting and gave a presentation, with the main topic of how it would bring an economic boom to the area. Schoen also said he went through Sauk County and they have ATV signs posted. He said it is working for some, but not for all. Heideman and Schoen stated they felt there was more negative than positive comments made. Strebe suggested the boards or representatives from surrounding townships meet before any considerations are made for our town. Schoen said he will contact Goode to see if he can arrange such a meeting. Schoen questioned the possibility of having a survey available at the November election. 

Waupaca County Highway Department Annual Fall Meeting: Olsen received a Save the Date for the annual fall highway department meetings. The first one will be held on Tuesday, October 2^nd, at 6:30 p.m. at 600 E Fulton Street in Waupaca. The second one held for the Larrabee Shop is on Wednesday, October 3^rd, at 6:30 p.m. It will be held at N11070 Highway 45 in Clintonville. A formal e-mail will be sent closer to the date for RSVPs.

WISLR Report: Schoen said he received the WISLR report from Geri Henschel as it was mailed to the former chairman. We have 48.32 miles of roads and two bridges on town roads, those being on Nollenberg and Jossie Roads. Schoen stated he will complete and submit the report.

Olsen and Schoen received notice from the Department of Transportation they will be coating the bridge deck in Symco. It is one of five bridges in Waupaca County to have this work done. There will only be one lane of traffic open while the work is being completed. Work is slated for 2020, but may be done in 2019. Schoen requested they not complete the work on State Highway 22 in Symco from July 20^th to August 15^th, due to the Thresheree and the car show being held in Symco during that time period. A resident asked if we shouldn’t include the timeframe of the Iola Car Show. She lives on the highway and said there is a lot of traffic on the highway then. Schoen stated he will check with someone from the Iola Car Show and get their opinion. 

Fire and Ambulance Update: Schoen reported the man who fell off the bridge on the Thresheree Grounds had to be transported to the ball park by ambulance to be transported to the hospital via helicopter. He said the Theda Care helicopter ride costs around $17,500. There will be a meeting with someone from the sheriff’s department, fire and ambulance departments, Thresheree group, Show Promoter John Spence, and the town chairman to further discuss the incident.  In another incident a guy thought he could out run the police and had to be tasered. There were four calls in the last month – power lines down, an accident, two lift assists. The department made eight calls since November 1. Waupaca County is ranked the third lowest in the state for officers per capita.

Public Comments/Communications: Schoen reported he received a letter from county zoning regarding an accessory building and pool without a permit on the property of Brian Shambeau.

Schoen spoke with a gentleman from Sauk County regarding Amish buggies, etc. His community consists of about 1,020 people of which about 450 are Amish. They charge $50/buggy and $25/pony cart to aid in road revenues. His particular town does this, not the county. The head of the Amish community collects the money from the residents and turns it into the town annually. The revenues are about $6-7,000 a year. Schoen said he drove through Sauk County, from Loganville to Highway 58 and about 50% of the residents along that route are Amish. They have several Amish businesses. The town has also worked with the Amish to use new steel shoes with drill-tex on their horses. Schoen thought we could consider doing something along that line too.

A resident wanted to compliment the people that are living in the house across from the cemetery in Symco and for taking care of the property. She said it is much safer because of it.

A couple on Missal Lane had called Olsen regarding a culvert and road issue they wanted to discuss. She referred him to Schoen. Schoen said he did speak with him and culverts are the property owner’s responsibility, not the towns.

The issue on Cleveland Lane regarding branches, trees, etc. in the road-right of-way was taken care of.

Olsen shared the information she received from the Manawa School District regarding the November referenda. She read both referendum questions. The first question was regarding general obligation bonds in an amount not to exceed $12,000,000 for the public purpose of paying the cost of a school building improvement program consisting of: construction of additions at the Jr/Sr High School; district-wide renovations, capital maintenance, building infrastructure, safety and site improvements; and acquisition of related furnishings, fixtures, and equipment. The second question is requesting authorization to exceed the revenue limit by $365,000 for the 2019-2020 school year, for non-recurring purposes consisting of demolishing the vacant former elementary school building and returning the site to green space.

Olsen also shared the letter she received from the East Central Wisconsin Regional Planning Commission notifying us they approved the Non-Metallic Mining Reclamation Plan for the Town of Union Mine. A.F. Gelhar Company has been issued permit number 6906518.

Notice was received from Demographic Services Center that the 2018 preliminary estimate of population for the Town of Union is 802. The estimated number of voting age individuals is 622. Olsen shared there were 439 voters printed on the poll books for the August 14^th partisan primary election.

Olsen routed the Managed Forest Law Application List for 2019 Enrollment for review. There weren’t any comments or questions regarding the list.

Olsen shared the Recycling Guide she received from Graichen Disposal and Recycling. Starting in August 2018 they will no longer accept any recyclables that are in plastic bags. You may place recyclables loosely in a reusable bin or something that is recyclable, such as a cardboard box, paper bag, etc. Just empty and rinse your metal and glass containers. You can empty, rinse, and replace caps and lids on your plastic containers.

Bills: Bills for September were reviewed, approved, and paid.

Next Town Board Meeting: The next meeting will be held, Monday, October 1st, beginning at 7:00 p.m.

Motion by Strebe, second by Heideman, to adjourn. Motion carried. Meeting adjourned at 8:48 p.m.

These and all meeting minutes are subject to board approval.

Respectfully Submitted,

Sharon Olsen, Town Clerk



TOWN OF UNION

TOWN BOARD MEETING

Notice is hereby given a Town Board Meeting for the Town of Union in the County of Waupaca, State of Wisconsin, for the transaction of business as is by law required or permitted to be transacted at such meeting, will be held at the Union Town Hall in said town on Tuesday, September 4, 2018 at 7 PM. 

AGENDA

1.)    Call meeting to order. Roll call.

2.)    Open Meeting statement.

3.)    Review and approve agenda.

4.)    Approve minutes from last meeting.

5.)    Approve treasurer’s report.

6.)    Approve prior month’s disbursements.

7.)    Discuss and action needed on the following:

          a. Operator license, Brittany Bouchette,

              for Symco Store LLC

          b. Town Hall Rental Agreement

8.)     Reminder, review and/or discussion on the following:

          a. Land Use Permit, Keim and Frey

          b. Discuss opening Town of Union roads  

              for ATV routes

          c. Waupaca County Highway Dept Annual

              Fall Meeting

          d. WISLR Report

9.)     Fire and Ambulance update, if any

10.)   Public comments/communications

11.)   Review and payment of bills.

12.)   Adjourn.

Sharon Olsen, Town Clerk

Posted:  August 31, 2018

Attendance by members of the Plan Commission may inadvertently make a quorum of the Plan Commission, no action by the commission will take place at this meeting.



Town of Union Minutes

Town Board Meeting

August 6, 2018 

The meeting was called to order by Chairman Gary Schoen at 7:00 p.m. Those in attendance were Sandy Werth, Dave Heideman, Walter Strebe, Gary Schoen, and residents per sign in sheet. The open meeting statement was given by Schoen and the notice of meeting and agenda were posted as required.

Agenda: Motion by Strebe, second by Heideman, to approve the agenda as written. Motion carried. 

Board Meeting Minutes: Heideman noted when he read the July minutes he found a couple of corrections that should be made. In the paragraph regarding roads it should read West River Road instead of River Road. In the paragraph regarding an operator license it should be corrected from Werth to Strebe in seconding the motion. Olsen said she would note the corrections. Heideman made the motion to approve the minutes with the corrections. Second by Strebe. Motion carried.

Treasurer’s Report: Werth presented her treasurer’s report. She said the state does not always say or list what the automatic deposits are for. Motion by Heideman, second by Strebe, to approve the treasurer’s report as given. Motion carried.

Disbursements: Schoen asked Olsen to review the disbursements made in July. She read the month’s expenses. Checks # 6392 through #6413 were paid. Motion by Strebe, second by Heideman, to accept the report as presented. Schoen asked if there were any questions. Hearing none the motion carried.

Operator License:  An application was received for Judy Roland, new bartender at Boondock’s. After the board’s review of the application and background check, a motion was made by Heideman, second by Strebe, to approve the license. Olsen had prepared the license and will drop it off at the bar after the meeting. 

Emergency Plan from Waupaca County: Olsen stated she received a response back from the county in regards to the questions we had after reviewing the plan at last month’s meeting. She made the necessary changes they had suggested. Olsen had prepared and read the resolution for the board to approve and sign. After discussion, a motion was made by Strebe, second by Heideman, for the board to approve and adopt Resolution 2018-4 for the Emergency Response Plan. 

Wisconsin Towns Association’s Transportation Resolution: WTA had requested towns to adopt a resolution regarding transportation needs and to forward it on to our legislators. They feel the legislature needs to develop a long-term, sustainable fix for our problematic, crumbling infrastructure and would benefit from the support of each town, township, etc. in advocating for legislation that advances the cause. Olsen added another Whereas to address the significant increase in the Amish population to our town and how their steel-wheeled vehicles cause damage to our roads beyond our local control. A discussion followed. Motion by Heideman, second by Strebe, to approve and adopt Resolution 2018-3 (Town of Union Transportation Needs). Motion carried. 

Comprehensive Plan: Heideman met with Ryan Brown. He reported the document is formatted correctly but the page numbers aren’t right yet where the maps are inserted. The Table of Contents does not list the pages correctly. There is some overlapping on headers and foot notes yet. Brown had Dana Nelson from the UW Extension assist them during their meeting. It has taken a year to get it this far, but great progress has been made. Heideman will connect with Dana Nelson to see if she can assist with the few remaining issues. 

Proposals from Fahrner and County for Road Work: Schoen shared copies of the proposals from Fahrner for crack sealing.  They would rout out new cracks, blow and clean cracks with compressed air and heat lance. They would seal the cracks with hot rubber asphalt sealant and over-band using a hand squeegee.  

Schoen also shared copies of the proposed work to be completed by the county. More discussion followed.

After the discussions were done, a motion was made by Strebe, second by Heideman, to have Fahrner complete the work on Hillside and Kutchenriter Roads, Shady Lane, West River, Luckjohn, and Stoney Ridge Roads for about $7500 and have the county sweep and chip seal Swamp Road for $26,000 and Kutchenriter Road for $13,000. Motion carried. 

The decision was made to wait with West River and Riske Roads for work done by the county and to wait with the work by Fahrner on Drath Lane and Riske Road. There is a big rock under Riske Road and a culvert is in at a 45 degree angle that needs to be straightened out and they could do both of those projects at the same time.

WisVote Election Work Proposal from the County: Olsen shared an e-mail she received from County Clerk Jill Lodewegen informing us they reviewed the WisVote relier options and will no longer be offering Option 2 where the town clerk completes some tasks and the county completes the remaining tasks. Lodewegen said there are only five townships that used Option 2. Olsen shared the changes in pricing made by the county and the work that is involved. After discussion, motion made by Heideman, second by Strebe, to go with Option 1. Motion carried. 

Olsen also received an e-mail informing us Command Central will not have an increase in programming and support for the EDGE and Insight voting machines for 2019. 

Land Use Permits: Four permits were received from Waupaca County Planning and Zoning Department which consist of: 1) A Shoreland permit to convert an existing dwelling to a workshop and to construct a new dwelling with porches and a buggy room for Joseph and Viola Beechy on Hanson Road; 2) An after-the-fact permit for Ben Cate for a deck and also a chicken coop on State Highway 161; 3) A storage shed and a chicken coop for Elmer Schrock on Nollenberg Road; and 4) a storage shed and well house for the Union Thresherman’s Club in Symco. The applications were reviewed by the board and will be placed on file. 

Opening of Town Roads for ATV/UTV Routes:  Waupaca County passed an ordinance opening all county roads to be used as All-Terrain/Utility Terrain Vehicles Trails and Routes. Towns of Farmington, Iola and Royalton, as well as Village of Fremont and City of Weyauwega, already approved use of some or all of their town roads as routes as well.  Towns of Lebanon, Lind and Matteson, as well as the cities of Manawa and Marion are pending or considering approving their roads as trails/routes. Schoen attended a meeting in Clintonville to learn more about this issue. There will also be a presentation at the Wisconsin Towns Association meeting on Thursday, August 16, at JR’s Bar and Grill in Big Falls. The start time for the meeting is 6:30 p.m. A resident asked if there will be an age limit and will they require insurance. The question was raised as to whether or not golf carts will be allowed to use the trails. Schoen said golf carts wouldn’t be included as they want the vehicles to travel 25 – 35 miles per hour. We will share more as we learn more.

Partisan Primary:  The Partisan Primary election will be held August 14^th at the town hall. Olsen reported Geri Henschel will be the Chief Inspector. Poll worker Carol Beck will work the whole day and Donna Krueger and Christine Verkuilen will work a split shift. The county clerk held training sessions at the courthouse for which the clerk and chief inspectors attended. Olsen shared some of the information gathered at that training. Be sure to get out and vote! 

Call from Sheriff’s Department: Schoen received a call from the sheriff’s department regarding possible animal abuse of a stray horse on the north side of Cedar Lake. They requested Schoen also check it out. They did determine the owner of the horse and found the horse was transported to another location. There was other livestock on the property as well. Schoen stated he and an officer from the sheriff’s department and a representative from the Humane Society will make a trip to further determine if there is animal abuse and what needs to be done.  

Fire and Ambulance Update: Schoen reported the fire department made four calls from November 1 through June 2018. The ambulance was called for service three times in the last month. 

Public Comments/Communications: A resident stated they had received a letter from the county regarding handling of manure. Heideman stated he also had received the letter. The county will create a new ordinance that will address manure handling separately. 

A resident had questioned if there was going to be more Class B roads. She stated she had read the previous minutes online and wasn’t sure what was going to take place concerning weight limits. Schoen stated that Class B roads are 60% of the weight limit for the vehicle. The purpose of these limits is to preserve the road and to prevent vehicles using them as a “short-cut” rather than taking the main roads. 

Olsen reminded everyone about the WTA quarterly meeting that is scheduled for Thursday, August 16, at JR’s Bar and Grill in Big Falls. The doors open at 5:30 p.m. and meeting starts at 6:30. 

Olsen shared she received an e-mail request for an electronic copy of any and all employees for 2017. They had listed several items for which they wanted information. The request came from American Transparency in Boca Raton, Florida. She said she didn’t feel comfortable with the request and had contacted the county, as well as the WTA, to ensure it wasn’t a scam. Both had informed her it was a legitimate e-mail and she was required to submit the copy per the Freedom of Information Act. The principal purpose of the request was to “make this information more accessible to the public and to access and disseminate information regarding the health, safety, and welfare of the general public.”

Several companies have provided mailings, e-mails, etc. regarding creating and maintaining new websites.

The Town Advocacy Council is having an educational workshop on Thursday, August 23^rd at Marion. Representative Kevin Peterson will discuss how town officials can be great advocates for towns in the legislature. Attorney Carol Nawrocki will conduct a cracker barrel where town officials can get their legal questions answered. There will be a legislative listening session as the TAC wants input from town officials on what issues they would like to see addressed. In the afternoon there will be a tour of Marion Body Works to see how they build fire and EMS vehicles. The evening before the workshop there will be a networking opportunity at Pigeon River Brewery in Marion. WTA encourages all town officials to attend.

Olsen received an e-mail request from Taylor Leach, Waupaca County Recycling Coordinator, to book the town hall for the Recycling Implementation Council Meeting on September 20^th at 7:00 p.m. They previously held the meetings at Waupaca County Industries but that is now closed. Olsen asked the board if there would be a charge for their use of the hall. Schoen responded that we haven’t charged governmental entities in the past. Werth will check the calendar to see if the hall is available on that date. Olsen will notify Leach. 

Bills: Bills for August were reviewed, approved, and paid.

Next Town Board Meeting: Due to the Labor Day holiday, the next meeting will be held, Tuesday, September 4th, beginning at 7:00 p.m. 

Motion by Heideman, second by Strebe, to adjourn. Motion carried. Meeting adjourned at 9:21 p.m. 

These and all meeting minutes are subject to board approval. 

Respectfully Submitted, 

Sharon Olsen, Town Clerk

TOWN OF UNION

TOWN BOARD MEETING

Notice is hereby given a Town Board Meeting for the Town of Union in the County of Waupaca, State of Wisconsin, for the transaction of business as is by law required or permitted to be transacted at such meeting, will be held at the Union Town Hall in said town on Monday, August 6, 2018 at 7 PM. 

AGENDA

1.)    Call meeting to order. Roll call.

2.)    Open Meeting statement.

3.)    Review and approve agenda.

4.)    Approve minutes from last meeting.

5.)    Approve treasurer’s report.

6.)    Approve prior month’s disbursements.

7.)    Discuss and possible action needed on the following:

          a. Operator license, Judy Roland, for Boondock’s

          b. County Emergency Response Plan

          c. WTA Transportation Resolution

d. Comprehensive Plan           

e. Proposals from Fahrner for crack sealing

          f. Proposal from county for seal coating

          g. Elections’ proposal from county 

8.)     Reminder, review and/or discussion on the following:

          a. Land Use Permits

          b. Discuss opening Town of Union roads for ATV routes

          c. WTA meeting August 16 at JR’s in Big Falls

          d. August14^th Partisan Primary Election

          e. Call from sheriff’s department regarding possible animal abuse

  9.)   Fire and Ambulance update, if any

10.)   Public comments/communications

11.)   Review and payment of bills.

12.)   Adjourn.

Sharon Olsen, Town Clerk

Posted:  August 4, 2018 

Attendance by members of the Plan Commission may inadvertently make a quorum of the Plan Commission, no action by the commission will take place at this meeting.



MEETING OF TOWN BOARD

Chair Gary Schoen and Supervisors Dave Heideman and Walter Strebe will be meeting at 8:00 a.m., Monday, July 23, 2018 to cut tree limbs along Stoney Ridge Road. They will meet at the driveway located at E5522 Stoney Ridge Road.

Posted:  July 21, 2018 

Town of Union Minutes

Town Board Meeting

July 2, 2018 

The meeting was called to order by Chairman Gary Schoen at 7:00 p.m. Those in attendance were Sandy Werth, Walter Strebe, Dave Heideman, Gary Schoen, Sharon Olsen, Tim Wilz (candidate for sheriff), Andy Voss (Waupaca County Highway Department Sign Technician) and residents per sign in sheet. Schoen had asked everyone to introduce themselves. The open meeting statement was given by Schoen and the notice of meeting and agenda were posted as required. 

Agenda: Motion by Strebe, second by Heideman, to approve the agenda as written. Motion carried.  

Board Meeting Minutes: Heideman made the motion to accept the minutes after ensuring correction was done regarding the culverts. Olsen made the correction to the minutes prior to posting online and at the town hall. Second by Strebe. Motion carried. 

Treasurer’s Report: Werth gave her report. Motion by Heideman, second by Strebe, to approve the treasurer’s report as presented. Motion carried. Olsen informed Werth and the board she received an e-mail from the state regarding the 2% Fire Dues. They attempted to distribute the fire dues by ACH; however, due to unforeseen complications within the states finance and accounting system, some of the payments may have been processed incorrectly. They are working to correct the issue and asked we do not touch those funds until they notify everyone that the payment issues have been resolved. 

Disbursements: The disbursements for June were reviewed. Checks # 6378 through #6391 were paid. Motion by Strebe, second by Heideman, to accept the report as presented. Schoen asked if there were any questions. Heideman asked how the diesel is stored for the roads. Schoen reported it is stored in a separate tank at Strebe’s. Motion carried. 

Guest Speaker: Tim Wilz had requested to be on the agenda. He is a candidate running for sheriff and wanted to introduce himself and present his platform. He resides in the Town of Lebanon and has worked for Waupaca County for over 20 years. He informed us the county board has approved using county highways for ATV use. A discussion followed regarding ATV’s using town roads. Wilz said he would like to improve school safety. He said we have students locked in, but what about if someone is waiting outside. Some other subjects that he wants to improve on are workplace violence, personal safety, home safety, and drug use in the county (we only have two drug officers and, at best, are stopping the locals). He also wants to improve budget issues. He said we are spending too much money on wants, not needs. He stated he believes spending should be for the better of public or the officers’ safety. Wilz asked if anyone had any questions. Schoen stated some citizens have expressed concern over little Amish children and little ponies pulling a cart and being on the roads. He also brought up the issue of smoke from a 24/7 campfire in Symco. After discussion, Wilz stated we could discuss the issue with the county corporation counsel. 

Road Sign Inventory and Replacements: Andy Voss, sign technician with Waupaca County Highway Department, explained we have to have a plan in place, but that doesn’t mean we have to replace all the signs at once. He informed us that signage on Symco Road near the cemetery is not in compliance. The speed limit goes from 55 to 25 and that is not legal. You cannot differentiate more than 20 miles per hour. It could be 45 mph to 25 mph, or 55 to 35. Voss also said we could make the whole stretch of Symco Road from County Highway O 45 mph. That might slow down speeders and prevent trucks from using the road. We will also discuss six-ton limits on roads at future meetings. Strebe said there isn’t a sign at the end of River Road. We will need to take a look at that. 

Certified Survey Map: The CSM for Richard and Marsha Waite was reviewed and approved at the June meeting; however, no one attended to bring the original CSM for signatures. Schoen signed the form and Olsen will return it to R.W. Nordin & Associates, Inc. 

Delinquent Dog Licenses: There are seven delinquent dog licenses. Werth had mailed several letters requesting response. She will try calling the dog owners and inform them the board can refer them to the county if they don’t respond. The delinquent owners were listed in the June minutes. 

Operator Licenses:  Applications were received from Still Phil’s for Kelly Hoppa and Ralph Eich. An application for Christine Voight was received from Union Thresheree Club. The three applications were reviewed. Motion by Heideman, second by Werth, to approve the operator applications for all three. Motion carried. Olsen and Schoen explained the issue of non-compliance that took place at Still Phil’s. This particular occurrence has been rectified with the issuance of an operator’s license. 

Closure of Riske Road: There was discussion on closing Riske Road for the Thresheree and again for the car show. It would be closed starting on a Thursday and ending Sunday for the Thresheree and the car show runs from a Thursday and ending on Saturday. Motion by Heideman, second by Strebe, to approve the closing of Riske Road for the Thresheree and the car show. Motion carried. 

Status of Rewrite of Comprehensive Plan: Heideman said he had contacted Ryan Brown about a week ago for an update on the status of the comprehensive plan. He had not received a response back yet but indicated he was late in contacting Brown. Heideman said he will follow-up again. Schoen stated he has attended meetings in the past and they ask for public input.  He was wondering if someone should attend to bring-up the matter. Heideman suggested he contact Brown again, and if there is no response we can then discuss it further. 

Emergency Plan from Waupaca County: The county had e-mailed a 48-page emergency plan to the clerk and requested it be reviewed and completed where necessary by the town board. Olsen had saved the plan on the laptop and it was reviewed during the meeting. It was suggested she complete the remainder of the requested information and return it to the county and ask if it is acceptable. Then the board can approve it at a future meeting and sign off on it. 

Road Projects by County:  Schoen said he didn’t sign the work order for Beach Street yet. The end 150’ will be the responsibility of the land owner at the end of the street. He has agreed to pay for his share. Schoen stated there is a culvert half-way down on Beach Street that has to be replaced and will probably add an additional $200 or so to the bill. Schoen requested a motion for the road work on Beach Street to be completed. Motion by Strebe, second by Heideman, to approve the road work on Beach Street, with Jim Drozd paying for the end 150’ as agreed upon. Motion carried. 

Tar oil was put down on Stoney Ridge, Jossie, and Hanson Roads. Paving is to start on Jossie Road. 

Land Use Permits: Three permits were received from Waupaca County Planning and Zoning Department. The permit for a storage shed on Symco Road filed by Dennis Prill is an “after-the-fact” application. A shore land permit was issued for a dwelling with porches and patios for Scott and Brianna Nemmetz on Highway 161. The board had reviewed a permit application for a pole barn for Joyce Elter at the June meeting. A land use permit was issued for a shed and a lean-to addition to a garage on Symco Road for Joyce Elter and was reviewed at the July meeting. 

Fire and Ambulance Update: Schoen reported the fire department spent about $1800 and purchased safety vests for all employees. They used monies from fund raising for the purchase. They had 13 calls, zero for the Town of Union. The water tower in Manawa will be down for about two months as it will be painted. Schoen said the Manawa Fire and Ambulance Department had an impressive showing at the Manawa Rodeo Parade. There were two ambulances on-call at the rodeo grounds and an ambulance from Clintonville was stationed at the city hall.   

Public Comments/Communications: Marilyn Herman, secretary for the cemetery association, said she got a strange call regarding redoing County Highway O to OO, by the Danish Cemetery. She was going to try and follow-up with a phone call to try to verify it was a legitimate call. She also asked if there was a problem with mowing the grass at the trailer at the ball park. Schoen stated he is aware of it and would ask Don Prill if he would mow it once to get it back on track. 

Olsen received a Managed Forest Law – Transfer Order for property formerly owned by Tigerton Lumber Company to Randis J Jr and Cheri L Marquardt, one for Kenneth and Sandra Lange to a revocable trust, and another for Dennis Buschke to Dennis & Virginia Buschke Revocable Living Trust. 

Olsen shared she received the Waupaca County Proceedings of the Board of Supervisors if anyone would like to see it. 

The 2018 Full Value Notice was received from the Department of Revenue. The Manufacturing Personal Property remains at $2,000. 

Olsen received the Nonmetallic Mining Reclamation & Operation Plan for the Town of Union Mine from the East Central Wisconsin Regional Planning Commission. The Waupaca County Planning and Zoning Department also received a copy. The plan is available for public review, if requested. Public Notice of the plan was posted in the Waupaca County Post on July 5. Copies of the Public Notice were also mailed to all landowners within 300 feet of the boundaries of the parcels of land where the mine site is located. 

Bills: Bills for July were reviewed, approved, and paid. 

Next Town Board Meeting:  The next meeting will be held, Monday, August 6th, beginning at 7:00 p.m. 

Motion by Strebe, second by Heideman, to adjourn. Motion carried. Meeting adjourned at 9:52 p.m. 

These and all meeting minutes are subject to board approval. 

Respectfully Submitted, 

Sharon Olsen, Town Clerk   

TOWN OF UNION

TOWN BOARD MEETING 

Notice is hereby given a Town Board Meeting for the Town of Union in the County of Waupaca, State of Wisconsin, for the transaction of business as is by law required or permitted to be transacted at such meeting, will be held at the Union Town Hall in said town on Monday, July 2, 2018 at 7 PM. 

AGENDA

1.)    Call meeting to order. Roll call.

2.)    Open Meeting statement.

3.)    Review and approve agenda.

4.)    Approve minutes from last meeting.

5.)    Approve treasurer’s report.

6.)    Approve prior month’s disbursements.

7.)    Candidate Wilz for Sheriff

8.)    Discuss and possible action needed on the following:

          a. Road sign inventory and replacements, Andy Voss from Hwy Dept

          b. Certified Survey Map for Richard & Marsha Waite by

                   R.W. Nordin & Assoc., Inc

          c. Delinquent dog licenses

          d. Operator licenses, approve or deny, and other issues of non-compliance

e. Closure of Riske Road for Thresheree and Car Show

f. Status of rewrite of Comprehensive Plan                  

g. Emergency Plan 48-page update for county

          h. Road projects by county

9.)     Reminder, review and/or discussion on the following:

          a. Land Use Permits

10.)   Fire and Ambulance update

11.)   Public comments/communications

12.)   Review and payment of bills.

13.)   Adjourn.

Sharon Olsen, Town Clerk

Posted:  June 29, 2018

Attendance by members of the Plan Commission may inadvertently make a quorum of the Plan Commission, no action by the commission will take place at this meeting.



Town of Union Minutes

Town Board Meeting

June 4, 2018 

The meeting was called to order by Chairman Gary Schoen at 7:00 p.m. Those in attendance were Sandy Werth, Walter Strebe, Dave Heideman, Gary Schoen, and residents per sign in sheet. The open meeting statement was given by Schoen and notice of meeting and agenda were posted as required. 

AGENDA: Added to the agenda:  culverts, ballpark shed, road signs, fire work permits and town hall roof and brush cutting. 

BOARD MEETING MINUTES: Heideman said he read the minutes and everything looked correct. He moved to accept them as written, second by Strebe. Motion carried. 

TEASURER’S REPORT: Werth gave her report. There were two outstanding checks. Motion made by Heideman, seconded by Strebe. Motion carried. 

DISBURSEMENTS: The disbursements for May were reviewed. Checks # 6360 through #6377 were paid in May. Strebe moved to accept the report as presented. Second by Heideman. Motion carried. 

A motion as made to accept the certified survey as presented for the E 40 of Waite property on Cleveland Lane. Motion by Strebe, seconded by Heideman. Motion carried. 

AMISH CEMETERY: A discussion on the form for the Amish Cemetery. The form was approved by Waupaca County even though they don’t need Social Security Cards. 

LICENSES: Class B alcohol, beer, cigarette and operator licenses were presented to the board for approval. After review and discussion a motion was made by Heideman, seconded by Strebe, to approve the renewal of Class B and beer licenses for Still Phils, Boondocks, Symco Store LLC, (Union Still and Grill) Triple O and Fergs Bavarian Village; beer only for Union Threshermans Club; renewal of cigarette licenses for Still Phils, Boondocks and Symco Store. 

The following operator licenses were approved for FERGS BAVARIAN – Shirley Ferg: TRIPLE-O- Ansley Staats, Rebecca Hagberg, Jeremy Hartwig, Marcia Janke, Shelly Schroepfer, Barbara Schultz. SYMCO STORE-Brogan Bartel, Skye Ferg, Danielle Ferg, Chasidey Fisher, Sheila Fisher, Destiny Heschke, Brittney Hogan, STIL PHILS-Edwin Pynenberg, Karmin Heimbruch, Ryan Roehl, Susan Schmidt, Jennifer Gutsmiedl. BOONDOCKS-Jacob Elsner, Gabrielle Euhardy, Megan Pethke, Kylie Berkhahn, Jordan Forseth, Renae Gorges, Randa Greshamer, Cindy Roman, Ann Schneider, Lisa Madden. UNION THRESHERMANS CLUB-Ashley Schneiderwent, Mark Craig, Noah Artz, Angel Drozd, James Drozd, Mickayla Elsner, Randy Elsner, Nicole Gruentzel, Ronald Knuth, Brian Lettau, Sheri Lettau, Carrie Oestreich, Eugenia Pamperin, John Riesenberg, Justin Riesenberg, Curt Samson, Steven Young, Brian Zabel, Paul Timm, Lee Werth. Operator license application for Still Phils was received for Kelly Hoppa and Triple O for Kjersti Aasen. The applications could not be approved as they did not submit a copy of their Responsible Beverage Server Training course or a copy of an operator license within the past two years. 

WELCOME LETTER: Motion made and seconded to approved the Welcome Letter. Motion carried. 

DOG LICENSES: Using the list of dogs from 2017 there are some dogs not licenses. Some of the listed ones may has passed away or residents don’t have anymore. Dogs listed are Jolene Werth, Diane Werth, Jean Smith, Sara Peterson, Todd Welch, Corey Guyette, Bob Hansen and Norman Beechy.  

ROADS: Motion by Strebe, second by Heideman to do road projects listed. Swamp Rd. $69,340.00, Jossie Rd. $26,600.00, Jossie RD. $12,550.00, Various dips and wedges $21,600.00, Beach St. $8100.00. Work on Beach St is undetemined at this time. Motion carried. 

LAND PERMITS: Motion made by Heideman and seconded by Strebe to approve land use permits for Norman Beechy, Cody Detert, Joyce Elter, Jerad Kragh, Janet Doering Stubb and Myron Krueger. Motion carried. 

TOWN HALL ROOF: Motion made by Strebe and seconded by Heideman to have the town hall roof painted by Jon Harms for $700.00. Motion carried. 

CULVERTS: The town has 20 used culverts for sale from 8 ft to 28 ft. long and 16” to 36” in diameter. 

FIRE AND AMBULANCE: There were four fire calls between Nov.2017 to April 2018 and two ambulance runs in April in the Town of Union. 

PUBLIC COMMENTS AND COMMUNICATIONS: Culverts need to be no shorter than 28 in. (corrected to 28 feet by Chair Schoen) and made of steel to be used. The size has to be what is in there or bigger. It was discussed if the road signs we have should be sold separately or for scrap. We have 180# of road signs.

Gary should be contacted for fireworks permits.

The door on the shed at the ballpark is broken and will be replaced by plywood and hindges, since the door is not worth fixing.

Brush cutting is scheduled for Wed. June 13 at 7a.m. 

BILLS: Bills were reviewed, approved and paid. 

Next meeting will be Mon, July 2, 2018 

Motion made by Heideman, seconded by Strebe to adjourn at 9:20 p.m.. Motion carried. 

Minutes done by Treasurer Sandy Werth in the absence of Sharon Olsen as she was on vacation. 

These and all meeting minutes are subject to board approval. 



TOWN OF UNION

TOWN BOARD MEETING

Notice is hereby given a Town Board Meeting for the Town of Union in the County of Waupaca, State of Wisconsin, for the transaction of business as is by law required or permitted to be transacted at such meeting, will be held at the Union Town Hall in said town on Monday, June 4, 2018 at 7 PM.

AGENDA

1.)    Call meeting to order. Roll call.

2.)    Open Meeting statement.

3.)    Review and approve agenda.

4.)    Approve minutes from last meeting.

5.)    Approve treasurer’s report.

6.)    Approve prior month’s disbursements.

7.)    Discuss and possible action needed on the following:

          a. Certified Survey Map for Richard & Marsha Waite by R.W. Nordin & Assoc., Inc

          b. Form for Amish cemetery

          c. Alcohol, cigarette and operator licenses, approve or deny, and establish meeting date for those not received on time, if any

d. Welcome letter for new residents

e. Delinquent dog license list

          f. Road projects and costs for those projects

8.)     Reminder, review and/or discussion on the following:

          a. Expanding the building permit – inspection process

          b. Land Use Permits: Norman Beechy, Cody Detert, Joyce Elter, Jared Kragh, Janet Doering Stubb, Myron Krueger, and others received after posting.

 9.)   Fire and Ambulance update

10.)  Public comments/communications

11.)  Review and payment of bills.

12.)  Adjourn.

Sharon Olsen, Town Clerk 

Posted:  May 31, 2018 

Attendance by members of the Plan Commission may inadvertently make a quorum of the Plan Commission, no action by the commission will take place at this meeting.



Town of Union

Board of Review

May 10, 2018 

Open Book was held on May 1, 2018 from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. Per Assessor Kathy Bazile of M & K Assessments, LLC she did not have anyone come to the Open Book. Per new state requirements, the Board of Review was to be held at a later date. 

The Board of Review was held on May 10, 2018 and was called to order at 6:00 p.m. by Chair Gary Schoen. Those present were Gary Schoen, Dave Heideman, Walter Strebe, Sharon Olsen, and Kathy Bazile of M and K Assessment, LLC. Recording of the meeting was started by M and K Assessment, LLC. 

Motion by Strebe, second by Heideman, to nominate Schoen as chair to preside over the Board of Review.  Motion carried.  Motion by Strebe, second by Schoen, to nominate Heideman as vice chair. Motion carried. Schoen asked the standard questions regarding posting and publishing of the notices, training of the members of the BOR, which members received the training, etc. to which Clerk Olsen answered yes to all of the questions. Olsen also informed the BOR members that she did not have contact from anyone requesting a review. 

Kathy Bazile informed the board she had made an adjustment for Fredrick Neuman as his property was listed on the assessment roll under both real estate and personal property. The assessor corrected the information to only be listed under real estate.  The assessor had previously made adjustments to four other property owners since the assessment roll had been printed. 

The meeting was held for the required two hours for Board of Review. We had no objections. No one other than those listed in attendance were at the Board of Review. Schoen asked for a motion to adjourn as there were no participants for the Board of Review. 

Motion by Heideman, second by Strebe, to adjourn. Motion passed. Board of Review adjourned at 8:00 p.m. 

Respectfully Submitted, 

Sharon Olsen, Town Clerk 

Town of Union Minutes

Town Board Meeting

May 7, 2018

The meeting was called to order by Chairman Gary Schoen at 7:00 p.m. Those in attendance were Sandy Werth, Walter Strebe, Dave Heideman, Gary Schoen, Sharon Olsen, and residents per sign in sheet. The open meeting statement was given by Schoen and the notice of meeting and agenda were posted as required. 

Agenda: Schoen informed the board he received a call from Jim Drozd regarding a culvert which he wanted to add to the agenda. Motion by Heideman, second by Schoen, to approve the agenda with the addition of the culvert. Motion carried.  

Board Meeting Minutes: Heideman said he read the minutes and everything looked correct. He moved to accept them as written, second by Strebe. Motion carried. 

Treasurer’s Report: Werth gave her report. She said there was one outstanding check. Motion by Strebe, second by Heideman, to approve the treasurer’s report. Motion carried. 

Disbursements: The disbursements for April were reviewed. Checks # 6339 through #6359 were paid in April. Strebe asked if the electric bill is always that high. Olsen reported we have three electric bills. One is for the town hall, one for the street lights in Symco, and one for the pump house at the ballpark. The street lights and town hall are usually around the same; however, the pump house bill will decrease as the weather warms. The checks to Manawa Rural Ambulance for $6,581.46 and Manawa Rural Fire Department for $6,305.35 were paid for the second quarter assessment. Heideman moved to accept the report as presented, second by Strebe.  Motion carried.

Amish Cemetery: Marilyn Herman had sent Ed Borntreger a form to complete for the Amish Cemetery. He hadn’t returned it so Schoen spoke with Borntreger about six weeks later. Borntreger said he didn’t have to complete it as the cemetery was exempt. Schoen then spoke with Ryan Brown at Waupaca County Zoning and Planning. Per Brown, the wrong form was given to Borntreger and he emailed the correct form to Schoen for Borntreger to complete. After discussion, it was decided Olsen would mail the correct form to Borntreger for completion. The original form was to be completed by March 31^st.

Licenses for Establishments and Operators: Olsen reported she has delivered the renewal forms for beer and alcohol licenses in the town, the operators, and also the form for selling cigarettes. She will need to receive all of them, along with payment prior to the June meeting so the board can approve or deny them.

Spring Road Inspection:  The spring road inspection was completed on Tuesday, April 24^th.  Schoen had prepared the reports and shared them. They reviewed and discussed what they had found needed work. He said he requested the county determine the length of Beach Street in Symco. Schoen asked the board if we were going to cut the wood in the Road-Right-of Way or have the county do it. The tree by Wentworth’s driveway needs to be cut down. Marcy Wentworth had reported at a previous meeting that they would do it if the board wanted them to. Schoen thought the limbs on Stoney Ridge that interfere with Kietzmann’s semi could also be taken care of by the board. The trees on Missall Lane will be taken down by the county. Gary said he will stop in to talk with Dale Pethke to ask if they will finish cutting the tree by them. After discussion it was determined the board would talk to the landowners that were involved. Schoen said he gave copies of his report to the county and Helvetia Shop.

Culverts: Schoen said Jim Drozd is interested in purchasing a used 24’ culvert with the 34” inside diameter from the town. He wanted to know what the board felt was a good price to charge for the used culverts. Schoen had thought no less than $50 and no more than $100. A discussion followed. Strebe and Heideman thought $200 or charge so much per foot. Schoen will check online or make some calls on what the going rate is for used culverts. The county will give us approximate costs for any new culverts we will need to use for roads.  

Zoning Map Amendment for Coe: A discussion was had regarding the zoning map amendments. Olsen had emailed Ryan Brown at Waupaca County Zoning and Planning requesting clarification on the wording in the paragraph at the bottom of the notice. He said we did not have to do anything more unless the town didn’t agree with the amendment.

Status of Comprehensive Plan: Schoen reported the county had some issues with some documents not being compatible with others and they were working on it. The questions was raised as to how long it was going to take the county to get their part done. Heideman and Olsen said the county’s version did not include all of the changes we had submitted to them. On March 3, 2017 our Plan Commission recommended to the board they accept the changes the PC made to our plan. We had our public hearing on May 1, 2017. Heideman had personally met with Brown on March 24^th and May 2, 2017 to finalize everything. Schoen recommended Heideman meet with Brown again where he has already met with him twice. If the final document is not right after that meeting a letter will be sent to the county committee members.

Outdated Road Signs: Schoen said he would try to get vendors at the Thresheree and car show to try selling them. He said he thought they could keep about 20% of the sales. He will try to get the best price possible. Schoen will find out what the price of scrap metal is at the time.  He said he will write the weight of the sign on the back.

Rekeying Locks at Town Hall: Olsen handed out the keys for the new locks. The locks will be installed by JR’s Lock and Key in the near future. Werth has rented the town hall for this Sunday and requested she be informed when the locks are changed so she knows what key to give out.

Larson’s CUP:  Schoen reported the public hearing was held last Thursday. The gravel was delivered, but not spread. The Larson’s are progressing on getting the work done. The dogs have their rabies shots and tags were on the dogs. They were one dog below the maximum amount allowed. Schoen said he brought up the issue of excessive barking. The Larson’s facility is up for review in September. Keith Larson gave Schoen his cell phone number and said if there are any issues to give him a call. Schoen said he wants the business to be successful but they will need to follow the rules.

Fire and Ambulance Update: Schoen reported they are doing well. There was nothing more about getting more quotes for the new ambulance chassis.

Public Comments/Communications: Strebe said we need to look at having the town’s mower repaired. There are issues with the brake pedal, bushings, etc. Olsen said it should be done prior to Strebe using it to ensure his safety, especially the brake pedal. Schoen said he will check in to it.

Marilyn Herman had a cemetery deed that needed to be signed for the Union Cemetery.

A resident commented on the lack of plowing by the county on Election Day. She said the voters need to have safe walkways and parking when coming to the town hall. She said it is not a good reputation for the town to have. Schoen reported the county did salt early in the morning; however, the rain came and made conditions worse. John Riesenberg plowed with his personal truck when he came to vote in the evening.

It was reported the smoke from camp fires at the residence in Symco was still an issue. They just unloaded another trailer load of green wood. Schoen said he stopped and talked to the land owner and informed them there will be a public nuisance complaint filed if it continues.

Olsen shared she received notice of the current school board members for the Manawa School District as well as the Clintonville School District. If anyone would like a copy they should let her know.

Olsen said she didn’t hear anything from M & K Assessments, LLC regarding Open Book so she assumed there weren’t any requests made. No one had contacted Olsen requesting a review prior to the Open Book. Schoen said he spoke with Kathy and she did not have anyone come to Open Book. Olsen reminded everyone Board of Review will be held Thursday, May 10^th, from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m.

Schoen said he attended the public hearing at the courthouse regarding ordinances. Schoen said he will speak with Pete Lorge again. Schoen reported the Town of Dupont has an ordinance that a new house has to be sided in a specific time frame. We have some residences that need to install siding yet. Schoen questioned whether they thought it would make a difference in their tax bill.

The Waupaca County Unit Town’s Association meeting will be held Thursday, May 17^th, at the Weyauwega City Hall. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Lunch will begin at 6:00 p.m. with the meeting beginning at 6:30 p.m. Those attending will meet at the town hall at 5:10 to car pool to the meeting.

Bills: Bills for May were reviewed, approved, and paid.

Next Town Board Meeting:  The next meeting will be held, Monday, June 4^th, beginning at 7:00 p.m.

Motion by Heideman, second by Schoen, to adjourn. Motion carried. Meeting adjourned at 9:11 p.m.

These and all meeting minutes are subject to board approval.

Respectfully Submitted,

Sharon Olsen, Town Clerk



TOWN OF UNION

TOWN BOARD MEETING

Notice is hereby given a Town Board Meeting for the Town of Union in the County of Waupaca, State of Wisconsin, for the transaction of business as is by law required or permitted to be transacted at such meeting, will be held at the Union Town Hall in said town on Monday, May  7, 2018 at 7 PM.

AGENDA

1.)    Call meeting to order. Roll call.

2.)    Open Meeting statement.

3.)    Review and approve agenda.

4.)    Approve minutes from last meeting.

5.)    Approve treasurer’s report.

6.)    Approve prior month’s disbursements.

7.)    Discuss and possible action on the following:

          a. Welcome packet for new residents

          b. Form for cemetery

          c. Alcohol, cigarette and operator licenses 

          d. Spring road tour report from tour on Tuesday, April 24^th

          e. Zoning Map Amendment for June Coe/Resolution

8.)     Reminders and/or discussion on the following:

          a. Status of Comprehensive Plan

          b. Status of selling/disposing of outdated road signs

          c. Status of rekeying town hall locks

          d. Status of Larson’s CUP

 9.)   Fire and Ambulance update

10.)  Public comments/communications

11.)  Review and payment of bills.

12.)  Adjourn.

Sharon Olsen, Town Clerk

Posted:  May 5, 2018

Attendance by members of the Plan Commission may inadvertently make a quorum of the Plan Commission, no action by the commission will take place at this meeting.



TOWN OF UNION

ANNUAL TOWN MEETING

MINUTES

April 17, 2018                                                                                            Union Town Hall, Symco

The annual meeting was called to order by Clerk Sharon Olsen at 7:05 p.m. Board members present were Dave Heideman and Walter Strebe. Also in attendance were Clerk Sharon Olsen and five residents per sign-in sheet. Chairman Gary Schoen called Olsen prior to the meeting that he was stuck in his driveway and was going to walk back and get his tractor. He said he would be at the meeting as soon as he could.  We had a blizzard that lasted the entire weekend. It was the most snow in 130 years! Treasurer Sandy Werth also called Olsen prior to the meeting and informed her she would not be attending the meeting as she had the flu. Olsen noted that prior to the start of the meeting we needed to determine how a vote would be cast if there were any motions made. It was agreed that votes would be cast by a show of hands.

Clerk Olsen read the minutes of the April 18, 2017 annual meeting. There were no questions.

The annual clerk’s financial report was given by Olsen. Olsen read and explained the revenues for the year. She asked if anyone had any questions. Strebe asked if the MFL amount was correct. Olsen stated that was what we were actually paid (per our Quick Books program and checking account). Olsen started to review the expenditures and Schoen arrived. The meeting was then chaired by Schoen. Olsen continued with the expenditures. She asked if there were any questions. There were none.  Olsen gave the beginning and ending balances as listed on the treasurer’s report, as well as the deposits and payments made by First State Bank. A motion was made by Myrtle Kutchenriter to accept the reports as given, second by Steve Bauer. Olsen asked if the motion would include the approval of the 2017 minutes. They said it could. Motion carried with 8 ayes, 0 nays. 

Discussion on the ball park: Chair Gary Schoen brought up the subject of the ball park in Symco and a new town hall. We had started to talk about it last year at the annual meeting. Schoen stated there is already a septic system there and it was big enough to handle two-three bedroom mobile homes. Resident Pat Wightman asked if the septic system has been inspected. Schoen reported all septic systems in the county have to be inspected every three years. Schoen said a well is also on the property and we would save money there. We discussed the need of a parking lot as well as the costs associated with that. Schoen asked if we should get the preliminary leg work done.  Discussion was had on getting prices from some commercial builders. It was also discussed that it would be beneficial to have a contractor, carpenter, etc. on the committee and they could oversee the project. Schoen said he didn’t know if it would be legal for residents to answer “yes or no” at an election if they were interested in pursuing the construction of a new town hall or if we would have to do a referendum. After much discussion it was decided to create a committee of residents as well as a board member. It was decided a committee of five members would be enough. Walter Strebe volunteered to be a board member on the committee. Steve Bauer and Pat Wightman both stated they would be on the committee as town members. We can check with Marilyn Herman to see if she would be interested.  If anyone else is interested in being on the committee please contact a board member.

Public Input: When asked if there were any more public comments Strebe informed us of the play The Lady Pirates of Captain Bree. The cast consists of home-schooled students. Admission is free. It will be held at the Clintonville High School Auditorium April 20 and 21 at 7:00 p.m. and again on Sunday, April 22 at 2:00 p.m.  He said the students always do a good job.

Olsen stated the annual road tour will be taking place. She asked the board to check for low-hanging branches on Stoney Ridge Road as a resident asked they be trimmed back. Olsen also reported on the condition of Jossie Road regarding the culverts.    

2019 Annual Meeting: The annual meeting will be held on Tuesday, April 16, 2019 at 7:00 p.m. As long as the meeting is held on the third Tuesday at the same place and time it does not have to be published, only posted.

A motion was made by Steve Bauer, second by Pat Wightman, to adjourn the meeting. Motion carried with 9 ayes, 0 nays. The meeting adjourned at 8:25 p.m. 

ATTEST:

/s/ Sharon R Olsen, Clerk

Town of Union



TOWN OF UNION

SPRING ROAD INSPECTION TOUR 

The spring road inspection tour will take place on Tuesday, April 24^th. The town board will meet at the town hall at 8:00 a.m. 

Sharon Olsen, Clerk

TOWN OF UNION

NOTICE OF ANNUAL MEETING

The annual meeting for the Town of Union will be held, Tuesday, April 17, 2018 at 7:00 p.m. at Union Town Hall, E6592 State Road 22, Bear Creek WI. 

Agenda

Call to order

Approve minutes from 2017 Annual Meeting

Approve annual financial reports

Discussion and form committee for feasibility of a town hall at ball park

Public input

Set date for 2019 Annual Meeting

Adjourn  

Sharon Olsen, Town Clerk



Town of Union Minutes

Town Board Meeting

April 2, 2018

The meeting was called to order by Chairman Gary Schoen at 7:03 p.m. Those in attendance were Sandy Werth, Walter Strebe, Dave Heideman, Gary Schoen, Sharon Olsen, and residents per sign in sheet. The open meeting statement was given by Schoen and the notice of meeting and agenda was posted as required.

Agenda: Motion by Strebe, second by Heideman, to approve the agenda as presented. Motion carried.  

Board Meeting Minutes: Heideman said he read the minutes and moved to accept them as presented/written, second by Strebe. Motion carried.

Treasurer’s Report: Werth gave her report. She informed the board there are about 30 outstanding dog license applications and one outstanding check. She stated she mailed reminder notices to the delinquent dog owners. Motion by Heideman, second by Strebe, to approve the treasurer’s report. Schoen asked if there was any further discussion. Hearing none, motion carried.

Disbursements: The disbursements for March were reviewed. Checks # 6329 through #6338 were paid in March. Check # 6329 was written to Waupaca County Highway Department in the amount of $11,447.99 and was for road repairs and winter maintenance. Heideman moved to accept the report as presented, second by Strebe.  Motion carried.

2018 Lawn Mowing:  Schoen reported he received a proposal from Millie Lehman to mow only the School Section Lake park area for $30 per mowing. A notice was received from Tammy Pethke for mowing all three areas (town hall lawn, ball park, and School Section Lake area) for $150 each mowing. She did not provide a break down as she wanted to mow all or none. Don Prill would mow the ball park for $55, town hall for $55, and School Section Lake area for $35 for a total of $145 if all three needed to be mowed. After discussion a motion was made by Strebe, second by Heideman, to have Don Prill mow the town’s properties. Motion carried. Schoen stated he would call all three parties and let them know of the town’s decision.

Rekeying Locks at Town Hall: Schoen explained the proposal from JR’s Lock and Key. We can have the doors rekeyed so we only need one master key to open all the doors rather than having several keys to unlock the doors, closet, etc. After some discussion, Heideman made the motion to accept the proposal from JR’s Lock and Key, second by Strebe. Motion carried. Olsen will let Bonnie know to proceed with the project.

Compressor and Cooler at Ball Park: Schoen reported Rick Chambers, from Boondock’s Bar and Grill, offered to purchase the compressor and cooler at the ball park concession stand for $300. Chambers would also remove it from the property. Schoen informed the board Chamber’s intention was to add it to a refrigerated van body by the bar for more storage on busy weekends. After discussion, a motion was made by Strebe, second by Heideman, to approve the sale of the compressor and cooler, as is, to Rick Chambers for $300. Schoen stated he would call Chambers and let him know.

Ordinance for Destruction of Old Records: Olsen had prepared the ordinance for the board to review and sign. After some discussion Heideman made a motion to adopt the ordinance as presented, second by Strebe. Olsen had asked if they wanted to insert a dollar amount under Section VIII – Penalty Provisions for failing to comply with the provisions of the ordinance. Strebe said he thought we should have a penalty in case we ever needed it rather than not having the information in there and find out we may have the need for it later. After discussion it was decided to have the ordinance state “…upon conviction, pay a forfeiture of not less than $500 nor more than $1,000…” Heideman stated he would like to amend his motion to include the $500/$1,000 for the penalty provision, second by Strebe. Motion carried as amended.

Annual Meeting: The annual meeting will be held Tuesday, April 17, 2018, at 7:00 p.m. If the annual meeting is held on the third Tuesday of April at the same location, a notice does not have to be published. Olsen asked if the board had anything to add to the agenda other than the usual. After some discussion the decision was made to add the formation of a committee to investigate the possibility of a new town hall to be constructed at the ball park and to sell the current hall.

Spring Road Inspection:  The spring road inspection will take place on Tuesday, April 24^th. The board will meet at the town hall at 8:00 a.m. Schoen shared copies of last year’s report. Heideman stated he liked the way the report was previously done where it listed the items as they drove the roads, rather than listed in sections of the type of work that is needed. Schoen stated Henschel had asked him to put it into sections listing the work needed. Schoen said he can do the report as previously done.

Discussion followed on the county crew doing the work on County Road O, near Triple O Supper Club. The work itself won’t be done for a couple of years. It is anticipated the prep work will take place next summer.

Status of Comprehensive Plan: Schoen had asked what the status of the town’s comprehensive plan was. Olsen, nor the board, has received the final copy from the county zoning office. Our work is done on the plan and was submitted to the county; however, the county was going to insert maps and give us a final copy.

April 3, 2018 Election: Olsen stated Donna Krueger, Barb Lightfuss, Myrtle Kutchenriter, and Bev Schuelke will be the poll workers. Mary Riesenberg will be the chief inspector. All will work a full shift. Olsen reminded everyone there will be a referendum on the ballot relating to deleting the office of state treasurer (second consideration) from the constitution. The weather does not look favorable for Election Day. Schoen said he would contact Boutwell and ask the county to plow the driveway and parking lot so it would be done for the voters and again at night so the workers would not have any problems when leaving.

Outdated Road Signs: Schoen said he has about 10 to 12 big aluminum signs. He feels we can do better than selling them as scrap aluminum as scrap is about $.40 a pound now. After some discussion it was agreed upon that we should try to get as much as possible for them. Schoen said he will check with vendors at the Thresheree. The question was brought up on what should be done with the old culverts. Some are in poor condition. Heideman said there should be standards if it is to be used for road work, or if used to access a field, and that it should be the purchaser’s choice.

Fire and Ambulance Update: Strebe attended the fireboard meeting in Schoen’s place. Strebe reported they served over 1,000 people at their pancake breakfast; Jackie Beyer was made vice-president; and Lebanon has a resident member rather than a town board member as their fire representative. If they have a resident as their rep, the town clerk must receive a copy of the minutes. The fireboard is working on the bylaws yet. They also went in to closed session again. The next fireboard meeting is April 24^th at 6:00 p.m.

Public Comments/Communications: One of the residents had a stray dog at their place on Easter Sunday. She had contacted the sheriff’s department and was told to call Henschel’s. Olsen had mailed out letters after the changes in the board due to the passing of our chairman Roger Henschel. Olsen called the sheriff’s department on Monday after Easter Sunday to inform them of the change in our town board and that she had mailed a letter in January. Olsen found the letter mailed to the sheriff’s attention never made it to the dispatch department as their records were not updated so she gave them all the information again over the phone.

Schoen said Jason Snider, from Waupaca County Zoning and Planning, visited the Keith and Karen Larson dog facility to verify their status of compliance. He said six dogs are overdue on their rabies shots; however, they are making real progress on the actual work. They also were in compliance with the number of dogs on the premises. There will be another inspection in April. Schoen reported the county zoning committee really came down hard on the Larson’s and they are taking it seriously.  

Schoen also reported the county will not be mailing our paperwork to county supervisors. They purchased tablets and obtained e-mail addresses for them and will be submitting their paperwork electronically now.

A resident expressed concern over the parking lot in Symco. She questioned whether the fire trucks would need to access the river in case of a fire. Schoen reported the fire department does not like to use pond or river water as it could damage the pumps of their fire trucks.

Another resident said the car show is still being planned but there will be a burn-out pit instead of using Riske Road.

Olsen shared the Notice of Public Hearing on Thursday, April 12^th, starting at 9:00 a.m. at the Waupaca County Courthouse, Room 1068, regarding the revisions to the Shoreland Protection Ordinance, Waupaca County Code of Ordinances, Chapter 32; the Zoning Ordinance, Chapter 34; and Subdivision Ordinance, Chapter 37.

Olsen also shared the notice received from the county of 2018-646 Amendment to Chapter 34 regarding the Petition for Zoning Map Amendment from an Agriculture Enterprise District to a Rural Residential District to acquire a lesser setback for an addition to an existing structure by June Coe.

Olsen received a letter from the Department of Natural Resources closing out the non-compliance by Rick Wirth resolving the alleged violations. No additional enforcement action will be taken as they confirmed the removal of the wetland fill.

Bills: Bills for April were reviewed, approved, and paid. Olsen noted we had not received the bill from Graichen’s for the current month in time to be paid; however, the bill that was received after last month’s meeting was now paid.

Next Town Board Meeting:  The next meeting will be held, Monday, May 7^th, beginning at 7:00 p.m.

Motion by Strebe, second by Heideman, to adjourn. Motion carried. We adjourned at 9:03 p.m.

These and all meeting minutes are subject to board approval.

Respectfully Submitted,

Sharon Olsen, Town Clerk

TOWN OF UNION

TOWN BOARD MEETING 

Notice is hereby given a Town Board Meeting for the Town of Union in the County of Waupaca, State of Wisconsin, for the transaction of business as is by law required or permitted to be transacted at such meeting, will be held at the Union Town Hall in said town on Monday, April  2, 2018 at 7 PM. 

AGENDA

1.)    Call meeting to order. Roll call.

2.)    Open Meeting statement.

3.)    Review and approve agenda.

4.)    Approve minutes from last meeting.

5.)    Approve treasurer’s report.

6.)    Approve prior month’s disbursements.

7.)    Discuss and possible action on the following:

          a. Lawn mowing for 2018

          b. Rekeying locks at town hall

          c. Selling cooler and compressor from concession stand at ballpark

          d. Ordinance for destruction of old records

          e. Annual meeting

8.)     Reminders and/or discussion on the following:

          a. Spring road tour – Tuesday, April 24th

          b. Status of Comprehensive Plan

          c. April 3^rd Election

          d. Disposing of outdated road signs

          e. Selling used culverts

 9.)   Fire and Ambulance update

10.)  Public comments/communications

11.)  Review and payment of bills.

12.)  Adjourn. 

Sharon Olsen, Town Clerk

Attendance by members of the Plan Commission may inadvertently make a quorum of the Plan Commission, no action by the commission will take place at this meeting.



Town of Union Minutes

Town Board Meeting

March 5, 2018 

The meeting was called to order by Chairman Gary Schoen at 6:02 p.m. Those in attendance were Sandy Werth, Dave Heideman, Gary Schoen, Sharon Olsen, and residents per sign in sheet. Absent was Walter Strebe. The open meeting statement was given by Schoen and the notice of meeting and agenda was posted as required. 

Agenda: Schoen stated he wanted to add Bridge Inspections to the agenda after 7g - the letter to the zoning office. Motion by Heideman, second by Schoen, to approve the amended agenda. Motion carried.  

Board Meeting Minutes: Heideman said he was not at the February meeting; however, he did read the minutes. Schoen, along with two residents, stated they read the minutes and found them in order. Motion by Heideman, second by Schoen, to approve the minutes as presented. Motion carried.

Treasurer’s Report: Werth passed out copies of the revised treasurer’s report from the February 5, 2018, meeting. She had corrected the four errors found on the print out she shared at that meeting. Motion by Heideman, second by Schoen, to approve the amended February treasurer’s report. Schoen asked if there was any discussion. Motion carried. Werth passed out the treasurer’s report she prepared for the March meeting. It was reviewed. Schoen said if Olsen had any problems reconciling she should address it with Werth. Motion by Heideman, second by Schoen, to accept the current treasurer’s report. Schoen asked if there was any further discussion. Hearing none, motion carried. 

Disbursements: The prior month’s disbursements were reviewed. Olsen reported the expenses for February. Checks # 6295 through #6328 were paid in February. Olsen reported she had to void check # 6324. Heideman moved to accept them as presented, second by Schoen.  Motion carried. 

Lawn Mowing Proposals:  Schoen reported he did not receive any proposals yet but would contact those that showed an interest in the past. He said if anyone else was interested they should contact him. The next meeting is April 2^nd and we probably won’t need the lawns mowed before then. 

Town Hall Sign: Schoen connected with Dan Popple from Big Shots to see what it would cost to add lettering to the new town hall display case. Popple has done several signs in the area and Schoen said he does a good job. He would do large black adhesive letters on the side facing the road, and smaller letters above the door on the side facing the town hall. He would do this project for $75.00. Marcy Wentworth offered to paint the wooden sign and probably outline the letters with white paint. Motion by Heideman, second by Schoen, to have Popple do the black adhesive letters on both sides of the display case for $75.00. 

Simple Sign Agreement: The Simple Sign Program is a program the county highway department offers. The Federal Government will be enforcing the placement and height of signs. Town’s will be required to know where all their signs are, if they meet the reflectivity and height requirements, the distance from the edge of the road to the sign, how many signs they have, etc.  The county would do an inspection of all signs in our township and keep record of them. If any of them do not meet the requirements, the county would let the town know before completing any updates. The town would only be responsible for signs on town roads, not any county or state roads. The town would also have to give approval prior to the county replacing any signs. The county would also then be liable if someone were to have an accident, get injured, etc. because the sign did not meet requirements. Schoen reported we could sign the agreement for up to $10,000. He said the Town of Helvetia participates in the program and paid $5,000 one year and $5,000 the second year. Resident Marilyn Herman stated she thought it would be a good idea to participate in the program as the board could use their time better in doing their other town duties. Heideman moved we do a Simple Sign Agreement with Waupaca County, second by Schoen. Motion carried. Olsen will make mail the signed agreement back to the county.  

Spring Road Inspection:  After some discussion, Heideman and Schoen agreed to do the road inspection on Tuesday, April 24^th. They will meet at the town hall at 8:00 a.m. Schoen reported it takes about five hours to cover approximately 50 miles of town roads. One of the residents reported cracks in the roads are really getting wide. Schoen reported it is not only occurring on town roads, but on county and state roads as well. Hopefully once the frost is out of the ground the cracks will come together. A resident asked when the weight limits on the roads start but neither Olsen nor Schoen have been notified of when that will take place. 

60 – 40 Brush Cutting: Schoen said the county offered to do a 60 (county) – 40 (town) split with cutting the brush on Swamp Road. He said there hasn’t been much snow for the workers to plow and offered the split to keep their workers busy. Marcy Wentworth stated they have a tree at the end of their driveway they would like to have cut down. She said it is too big for them to cut. 

Ordinance for Destruction of Old Records: Olsen had information from the county regarding the timeframes of maintaining records. Clerk Opperman, of the Town of Wyoming, also shard their ordinance with Olsen for destroying their town records. Olsen reported former chairman, Roger Henschel, had recommended keeping all records for ten years, unless it was necessary to keep them longer. Schoen said he recommends the shortest amount of time required. Heideman agreed.  Olsen said she would prepare the ordinance for the April meeting. Marilyn Herman said she can assist Olsen in going through the file cabinets, boxes, etc. to see what could be destroyed. Olsen will contact the county and state historical societies. 

Letter to Waupaca County Planning and Zoning Dept. Regarding Proposed Ordinance Revisions: Olsen read the draft letter with the suggested revisions made at the February meeting. The board agreed with its content and asked Olsen to mail it. Schoen requested she add John Penney, chairman of the Waupaca County Planning and Zoning Committee, to the letter. 

April 3, 2018 Election: Olsen reported Mary Riesenberg will be the chief inspector. Donna Krueger, Barb Lightfuss, Myrtle Kutchenriter, and Bev Schuelke will be the poll workers. All will work a full shift. Olsen reminded everyone there will be a referendum on the ballot relating to deleting  the office of state treasurer (second consideration) from the constitution. 

Bridge Inspections: Schoen reported there are three ways to have our bridges inspected. We could hire a consulting firm, do the inspections ourselves, or have the county inspect them. After discussion, Heideman made the motion to have the county complete the inspections, second by Schoen. Motion carried. The agreement was signed. Olsen will make a copy and mail it to the county.  

Letter to Union Thresherman’s Club: Neither Schoen or Olsen received any correspondence from John Spence, the UTC, or Gary Knuth – UTC President, regarding the town’s decision to no longer allow them to use Riske Road, or any other town road, for their car show events, such as flame throwing, tire burnouts, etc.

Fire and Ambulance Update: Schoen reported they are getting bids for the ambulance upgrade. The fire department is rewriting their bylaws. They also went in to closed session regarding one of their firemen. 

Public Comments/Communications: A resident brought up the issue of not occupying a trailer for more than 30 days. She spoke of one circumstance. 

Marilyn Herman had one cemetery deed to be signed. Henschels’s purchased four more lots at Marble Cemetery. 

There will be a grand opening of Paving the Way on March 22^nd from 4:30 – 7:30 p.m. It is located at 407 Bridge Street in Manawa. (The building was occupied by the Masonic Temple, by the Veterinary Clinic.)   

Schoen had attended the public hearing for the Keith and Karen Larson dog facility representing the town, property owners, as well as for himself. He reported he recommended no extension. He said there was almost no compliance to items they had agreed to complete. He reported they had a litany of excuses as to why they didn’t get done. However, the county did agree to the extension and the new deadline for the Larson’s to meet the conditions of Conditional Use Permit CP-031-17 is May 1, 2018. It will be necessary for the Larson’s to provide a written progress report to the county office as to the status of the conditions on March 15^th and April 13^th so there will be no surprises on May 1^st. 

Coe’s citation was also addressed at the public hearing. Schoen reported the day Kenneth Coe wrote out the check to pay the contractor is the day he received the citation notice from the county. 

The board reviewed a Notice of Intent to Cut Wood Products received from the county for Lydell Pethke. 

Olsen shared the Managed Forest Law transfer orders she received from the WI DNR for the board to review. They were for Robert J Palmer, William S Gehrke, Loyde and Lois Riske, and Ronald Pohlman. 

Bills: Bills were reviewed, approved, and paid. Olsen noted we had not received the bill from Graichen’s in time to be paid at the meeting. 

Next Town Board Meeting:  The next meeting will be held, Monday, April 2nd, beginning at 7:00 p.m. Werth asked if it would be possible to continue meeting at 6:00 instead of changing the start time to 7:00. Schoen said that wasn’t going to happen. 

Motion by Heideman, second by Schoen, to adjourn. Motion carried. We adjourned at 8:10 p.m. 

These and all meeting minutes are subject to board approval.

Respectfully Submitted,

Sharon Olsen, Town Clerk



TOWN OF UNION

TOWN BOARD MEETING 

Notice is hereby given a Town Board Meeting for the Town of Union in the County of Waupaca, State of Wisconsin, for the transaction of business as is by law required or permitted to be transacted at such meeting, will be held at the Union Town Hall in said town on Monday, March 5th, 2018 at 6 PM. 

AGENDA

1.)    Call meeting to order. Roll call.

2.)    Open Meeting statement.

3.)    Review and approve agenda.

4.)    Approve minutes from last meeting.

5.)    Approve treasurer’s report.

6.)    Approve prior month’s disbursements.

7.)    Discuss and possible action on the following:

          a. Lawn mowing proposals

          b. Upgrading the sign for the town hall

          c. Simple Sign Agreement with the County  and payment

          d. Establish date for Spring road  

              inspection

          e. 60 – 40 brush cutting

          f. Ordinance for destruction of old records

          g. Letter to Zoning Office on ordinances for zoning changes

8.)    Election April 3, 2018

9.)    Any correspondence from John Spence or UTC regarding event

10.)  Fire and Ambulance update

11.)  Public comments/communications

12.)  Review and payment of bills.

13.)  Adjourn. 

Sharon Olsen, Town Clerk  

Attendance by members of the Plan Commission may inadvertently make a quorum of the Plan Commission, no action by the commission will take place at this meeting.  

Town of Union Minutes

Town Board Meeting

February 5, 2018

The meeting was called to order by Chairman Gary Schoen at 7:00 p.m. immediately following the Plan Commission meeting.  Those in attendance were Gary Schoen, Walter Strebe, Sandy Werth, Sharon Olsen, and others per sign in sheet. Absent was Dave Heideman. The open meeting statement was given by Schoen and the notice of meeting and agenda was posted as required. 

Agenda: Motion by Strebe, second by Schoen, to approve the agenda as presented. Motion carried. 

Board Meeting Minutes: Schoen asked if anyone wanted to have the minutes of the January 8, 2018 meeting read out loud. Some residents indicated they read them online. They were also posted in the outdoor display case. Hearing no requests to have them read, motion by Strebe, second by Schoen to approve the minutes as presented. Motion carried. 

Treasurer’s Report: Werth gave the treasurer’s report. She reported she had collected $256 for dog licenses. She indicated $99,781.43 deposited by Waupaca County for real estate taxes was not listed on her report.  Motion by Strebe, second by Schoen, to approve the treasurer’s report. Motion carried. 

Disbursements: The prior month’s disbursements were reviewed. Schoen had Olsen report the expenses for January. Checks # 6283 through #6294 were paid in January. Strebe moved to accept them as written, second by Schoen.  Motion carried. 

Agriculture Enterprise Area: There was a joint meeting held at 6:00 p.m. of the Plan Commission members with Brian Haase and Greg Blonde, representatives from Waupaca County, that was open to the public. Brian and Greg presented information on Agriculture Enterprise Area. It is strictly a voluntary program. Those that agree to participate in the program would receive $10 an acre, versus the $7.50 one receives in Farmland Preservation. There would have to be $6,000 a year income from the property, or $18,000 in the previous three years. The commitment is for 15 years and it will be recorded on the deed at the county. If one were to withdraw from the program there would be a hefty penalty, which is calculated by using a formula, and approximately $650 an acre. Our Plan Commission met following the joint meeting. In order for AEA to take place, the PC would need to make a recommendation to participate in the program to the Town Board. The Town Board would then have to pass a resolution. Brian and Greg answered all questions that were asked of them. 

Strebe, a member of our PC, said the committee did discuss it. He said they agreed it would be beneficial for the board to support the creation of AEA in the Town of Union so those who wanted to voluntarily participate in it would be able to do so. The establishment of an AEA will also protect local agriculture. Strebe reported the town’s Plan Commission recommended the town pass the resolution. Olsen had previously completed Resolution 2018-2 in the event the town board did accept the recommendation of the PC. Motion by Strebe, second by Schoen, to adopt Resolution 2018-2 regarding Agriculture Enterprise Area. Motion carried. The resolution was signed and dated. 

Letter to Union Thresherman’s Club: Schoen had explained what happened at last year’s car show and what transpired since then. The town had contacted our insurance carrier, as well as the Towns’ Association, to question liability, responsibilities, etc. concerning the flame throwing, tire burn outs, etc. that had taken place on Riske Road and also the damage that was caused to the newly blacktopped road. Both had highly recommended against allowing any high-risk events on town roads. A lengthy discussion followed with town residents participating in the discussion. A letter was drafted to be sent by certified mail. Schoen will get the address for the event coordinator, John Spence, and give it to Olsen so she can send the letters. Motion by Strebe, second by Schoen, to send letters to John Spence, the UTC, Gary Knuth – UTC President, and to copy in the county sheriff’s department, informing them they will no longer be able to use any town roads for tire burnouts, flame throwing, and/or any high-risk events. Motion carried. 

Proposed Ordinance Revisions by Waupaca County Planning and Zoning Department: Schoen and Olsen attended the informational meeting on January 18^th at the courthouse. County staff reviewed each revision and the towns were given a chance to ask questions and give some input. 

Olsen read some of the proposed revisions. The two revisions that received the most attention were the ones regarding the setback on Level III - private roads and the change regarding special temporary events being limited to 200 participants instead of 750 and the statement “these activities shall not be permitted for more than two (2) times in any 365 day period. Any more than two (2) times in any 365 day period would require a Conditional Use Permit.” A discussion was had with a lot of resident participation. Residents also suggested they should add if the event is not-for-profit such as raising funds to benefit someone in need (house fire, medical condition, etc. or church events) they should be exempt. It was also felt 200 was too low of a number for participants at the event. It was decided to table the discussion and address it again next month. Olsen will revise the draft letter and present it at next month’s meeting. 

It was recommended the county should not include our four private roads as Level III roads with a setback of 63 feet from the center of the travelled path. We do not receive any compensation for these roads. 

The county’s plan is to present the ordinance revisions to the Plan Commission Committee in April and the full county board in May. 

Ordinance for Destruction of Obsolete Records: The decision was made to table this item for another time. 

CUP for Animal Facility: We received the county staff report that was generated for the review of the Conditional Use Permit issued to Keith and Karen Larson for a commercial animal facility. Olsen read the report of the on-site review out loud. The Larson’s originally gave the town dates of when they would be able to complete the list of conditions. They were unable to meet their deadlines and had requested an extension from the county. They did not comply by the new deadline of December 31, 2017.  The county recommendation after their on-site visit was to allow another extension of the deadline to allow time for completion of the conditions. A discussion ensued. A resident said we want to encourage small business, while another stated we do not want to have a puppy mill. It was felt if they couldn’t meet the conditions by the deadlines twice, they probably won’t be able to complete them by June. The county will have a hearing at the courthouse on February 15^th. Schoen plans on attending and will give an update at our March meeting. 

Road Updates: Schoen reported the Towns of Union and Helvetia are working together on Swamp Road. The plan is for Helvetia to continue road work from Highway 161 to Stoney Ridge Road. The county will do the cutting of the brush on Swamp Road on a 60/40 split. The 60/40 split does not cover the road reconstruction or black topping. A courtesy letter will be mailed or hand-delivered to property owners from Stoney Ridge Road to Preuss Road informing them of cutting of trees in the road right-of-way. A joint letter was developed and Olsen will prepare letters to the property owners on our side of the road. Schoen said he will deliver the letters to those that live in the area. Helvetia will take care of the owners on their side of the road. 

Fire and Ambulance: Schoen reported everything is going good. They plan on having the ambulance box refurbished on one of the ambulances. They are saying they may want more money up front, rather than quarterly, from those that use their services to help pay for it. 

Primary Election: Clerk Jill Loedewegen held several trainings in January at the courthouse. All of our election officials attended one of the three-hour sessions. The primary election will be held February 20^th. Olsen will complete the testing of the electronic equipment for that election on Monday, February 12^th at 10:00 a.m. Geri Henschel will be the chief inspector. Ruth Schoen, Dorothy Janke and Christine Verkuilen will work  the election. Ruth and Dorothy will split the shift. Christine is a new worker and will be able to work with both to learn how they do things. We need an odd number of workers. Olsen also reported there will be a referendum on the ballot for the April 3^rd election on whether the state should do away with the state treasurer’s position. 

Public Comments/Communications: Olsen reported she, Gary and Walter attended the Wisconsin Towns’ Association district meeting in Marion and are now recertified for the Board of Review. Heideman will be attending at another location. 

The WTA quarterly meeting is scheduled for Thursday, February 15^th. There is a change in the meeting place from Waupaca County Industries to the Little Wolf Town Hall located at E6325 County Road N, Manawa. The doors will open at 5:30 p.m. There is an earlier start time of 6:30 p.m. for the meeting. 

Olsen reported she received an e-mail from Geri Henschel stating she would like the culverts removed from the storage area across the road from her residence as soon as they can. There are also metal sign posts as well as signs in her shed they also need to get moved out. She stated she didn’t want someone coming for one post or sign at a time. Schoen said he will call Geri. 

The fire dues self-certification was submitted by Olsen and the fire chief. 

The Synar tobacco license report was completed by Olsen. 

The 2018 rate for M&K Assessments, LLC services is $1,773.179. 

There were three Notices of Intent to Cut Wood Products routed for review. They were for Fietzer Family Trust, Geraldine Henschel, and Randis and Cheri Marquardt. (Marquardt’s was originally submitted for Tigerton Lumber Company but was revised and resubmitted.) 

Olsen received the building inspector’s report for David Borntreger, N8315 W River Rd, Manawa for a 28’ x 32’ two story addition. 

Next Town Board Meeting:  The next meeting will be held, Monday, March 5^th, beginning at 6:00 p.m. 

Bills: Bills were reviewed, approved, and paid. 

Motion by Strebe, second by Schoen, to adjourn. Motion carried. We adjourned at 8:51 p.m. 

These and all meeting minutes are subject to board approval. 

Respectfully Submitted, 

Sharon Olsen, Town Clerk 



TOWN OF UNION

TOWN BOARD MEETING

Notice is hereby given that a Town Board Meeting for the Town of Union in the County of Waupaca, State of Wisconsin, for the transaction of business as is by law required or permitted to be transacted at such meeting, will be held at the Union Town Hall in said town on Monday, February 5th, 2018 immediately following the plan commission meeting that begins at 6 PM. 

AGENDA

1.)    Call meeting to order. Roll call.

2.)    Open Meeting statement.

3.)    Review and approve agenda. 

Consider for approval and/or other possible action:

4.)    Minutes from January 8^th meeting.

5.)    Treasurer’s report.

6.)    Prior month’s disbursements.

7.)    Plan Commission’s recommendation on adopting an Ag Enterprise Area for the town

8.)    Discuss and draft letter to UTC and John Spence regarding Riske Road

9.)    Proposed ordinance revisions from Waupaca County and draft letter regarding Level III private roads

10.)  Ordinance for destroying outdated town records

Reports/updates presented:

1. Larson Kennel report from Waupaca County 
2. Road updates
3. Fire and Ambulance update
4. Primary Election February 20, 2018  Public testing of equipment, Monday, February 12^th at 10:00 a.m.

11.)  Public comments/communications

12.)  Review and payment of bills.

13.)  Adjourn.

Sharon Olsen, Town Clerk

Posted: January 31, 2018

Attendance by members of the Plan Commission may inadvertently make a quorum of the Plan Commission, no action by the commission will take place at this meeting



Town of Union Minutes

Town Board Meeting

January 8, 2018

The meeting was called to order by Chairman Gary Schoen at 6:00 p.m. Those in attendance were David Heideman, Gary Schoen, Sandy Werth, Sharon Olsen, and others per sign in sheet. The open meeting statement was given by Schoen and the notice of meeting and agenda was posted as required. 

Agenda: Motion by Heideman, second by Schoen, to approve the agenda as presented. Motion carried.  

Manawa School District: Dr. Melanie Oppor gave an update of the progress at the Manawa School District. She distributed copies of their brochure with the new unifying logo, an informative two-sided sheet of what is new in the district, as well as a draft from the Hoffman company of the long-term maintenance items for the district. It covered the current items being completed to items for completion in 10-to-20 years.  All buildings at all three sites were checked. An action plan should be developed in the next two-to-three months. 

Other topics mentioned - They are expecting a savings of $15,000 by using the energy efficient new boilers. They have added an engineering and robotics program to the secondary technology department so students will be able to participate in futuristic learning. A Practical Assessment Exploration System (PAES) has moved into a storefront on Main Street. It is the building located on the southwest side of the street and was formerly used by the Masonic Temple. Students that are juniors or seniors, starting with those with disabilities first, participate in the program to get experience in a variety of hands-on activities, such as learning patience to making their own lunch to job skills. It will fill the transition requirements. It is the first of its kind in mid-central Wisconsin. Only New Glarus and Eau Claire have a similar program. You are encouraged to stop in and see everything take place! Several questions by those in attendance were addressed. One resident informed Oppor the notice of the feasibility study came out too late for people to have a choice in which meeting to attend. Oppor stated she did not know that and will try to get the mailings out sooner. 

Board Meeting Minutes: Minutes of the December 4, 2017 meeting were read prior to this meeting by the board. Schoen asked if anyone would like Olsen to read the minutes. No one indicated they would. It was also mentioned they are posted online as well in the outdoors display case. Motion by Heideman, second by Schoen, to approve the minutes as presented. Motion carried. 

Treasurer’s Report: Werth gave the treasurer’s report. Heideman asked if there were any dog licenses given yet and she stated no, but next month there would be. Motion by Heideman, second by Schoen, to approve the treasurer’s report. Motion carried. 

Disbursements: The prior month’s disbursements were reviewed. Schoen had Olsen present the expenses for both the settlement and December meetings. Checks # 6254 through 6282 were paid in the month of December. Heideman moved to accept them as written, second by Schoen.  Motion carried. 

Zoning Map Amendment: The Plan Commission had met at 5:30 to address the application from June and Kenneth Coe requesting to rezone their property from Agricultural Enterprise to Rural Residential. The request was done so there would be a lesser setback required for an addition to an existing shed. It was an after-the-fact request. The PC recommended the town board approve the request. Heideman explained the shed was built too close to the property line. The Coe’s had the choice of removing the building or doing an amendment. Per Strebe, even with doing the after-the-fact amendment they will have to move the wall 18”. After discussion, motion was made by Heideman, second by Schoen, to approve the amendment to rezone from AE to RR. Motion carried.     

Supervisor Position: Schoen had Olsen explain the process of filling the supervisor position that was vacated when Schoen became chairman. Schoen asked if anyone was interested in the position. Marcy Wentworth, Chris Fisher, and Walter Strebe were interested. Questions were prepared in advance and asked of all three. All responded very well and Schoen said it would be difficult to make the decision. Heideman and Schoen both stated they were waiting for someone to make a motion. Olsen then made the motion for Walter Strebe to be the new supervisor. Schoen seconded the motion. Motion passed. Olsen administered the official oath of office to Strebe. 

Recycling Council Position:  After discussion, Schoen appointed Heideman to fill the position.

Fireboard Position: Schoen stated he would like to continue on the fireboard. He was alternate to Henschel. 

Cemetery Board Position: Marilyn Herman, secretary of the board, was in attendance. She recommended Sandy Werth be the representative for the town as she can sign checks, and she recommended Michelle Nemmetz be the citizen member to replace Barbara Nollenberg who passed away recently. Nemmetz had been sitting in on the meetings for the past five years as she drove Nollenberg to the meetings. After discussion, Schoen appointed Werth to replace Henschel and Nemmetz to replace Nollenberg. 

Appoint Plan Commission Members:  Schoen reappointed Heideman as the board member and Michael Janke as the citizen member to the town’s Plan Commission for three years. Should Heideman not be the supervisor for any reason after the next election in April 2019, that position will need to be refilled. Marcy Wentworth was appointed as the plan commission member to fill the vacated position. Since Strebe became supervisor he will now be a board member and not a citizen member.  Wentworth will serve for three years, 2018 thru 2020. Motion by Heideman, second by Schoen, to approve the appointments. Motion carried. 

Election Training: Olsen stated County Clerk Jill Loedewegen was going to hold several trainings in January at the courthouse. All the election officials appointed at the December meeting will have to attend one of the three-hour sessions. Olsen also informed the board she received calls from Marvin Pethke and Lola Bonikowske to remove their names from the list.

Ordinance for Split Shifts at Elections: Olsen had prepared an ordinance approving split shifts at elections if the election workers preferred that for slow elections. The board approved and signed the ordinance.

Resolution for Changing Number of Election Officials: Olsen could not find a resolution on record approving changing the required number of election officials to work at an election. When elections are anticipated to be slow (we have had some elections where only 33 voters appeared at the polls), it is not necessary to have five or seven officials working. Resolution was signed allowing three officials to cover less attended elections. 

Ordinance for Destruction of Obsolete Records: The decision was made to table this item for another time. 

Reports: Roads – Schoen informed everyone two neighboring townships (Dupont and Helvetia) have lawsuits again them regarding roads. They thought the roads they had worked on were four-rod roads but previous surveys or records indicated they were only three-rod roads. Some of our roads have a combination of three and four rods, such as Jossie and Swamp. The north ends say one thing and the south end another. We will have to be careful and Schoen will check in to this further. 

Fire and Ambulance – Schoen attended the meeting and reported they are getting a new power chassis under one of the ambulances and plan to refurbish the existing ambulance box. They would also like a power lift system where the arms would come out and pick up the gurney. It would save on personnel injuries. We had a fire inspection at the town hall. The fire extinguishers need to be checked. Olsen reported the town did not receive the bill yet from the Town of Dupont for services for the Detert family. Olsen has been in touch with  them and they are waiting to hear from the City of Marion. We should have it by our February meeting. 

Larson Conditional Use Permit: Schoen reported the town had placed several conditions on it prior to submitting it to the county. Larson’s had developed their own timeframe and were unable to meet it so they requested an extension by the county. The county gave them a new deadline of December 31^st. Two county representatives went to the proposed facility on January 5^th to ensure compliance. Schoen was advised the Larson’s are nowhere near complete yet and they had more dogs than they are allowed. They are in jeopardy of losing their permit. Schoen will monitor the progress. 

Public Comments/Communications: Herman had a cemetery deed to be signed by the town. Schoen stated we will need to have the Danish and Marble cemeteries surveyed. Herman said they are working on it. 

Olsen shared the 2018 Processing Transfer Facility brochure. Effective December 1, 2017, the PTF will be open the 3^rd Saturday December through February from 7:00 a.m. to noon and every Saturday March through November 7:00 a.m. to noon. Olsen received the Municipal Recycling Assessment notice. Payment of $856.00 needs to be submitted before March 1, 2018. 

Olsen routed a thank you card from Ben Olsen. It was in gratitude for allowing him to construct the outdoor display case with the other scouts. Olsen shared Ben completed the process and did make Eagle Scout! She is very proud of her grandson’s accomplishment! Schoen stated he and Henschel received Christmas cards with a thank you as well. Schoen and Henschel donated the majority of the funding for the project. 

Three individuals commented on being treated rudely when they called Graichen’s. One stated bottles are being thrown out along the roadside. Schoen stated board members have picked up items tossed out – everything from TVs to toilets. 

Olsen informed the board the 2018 IRS rate for mileage reimbursement for business miles driven is $.54.5 per mile, up from $.53.5 for 2017. She asked they keep that in mind when submitting their bills. 

Olsen also shared she had received the January settlement from County Treasurer Mark Sether. 

The town received notice from Rural Insurance that it is time for an annual review. It was felt it wasn’t that long ago when we completed a review and nothing has changed. 

Olsen had forwarded the e-mail to the board she had received from the County Planning and Zoning Department which included the recommended ordinance revisions.  The Planning and Zoning Office will hold an informational meeting on Thursday, January 18, at 9:00 a.m. at the courthouse in Room 1068. Members of the board plan on attending. The county will review each revision and get the towns’ input. 

Next Town Board Meeting:  The next meeting will be held, Monday, February 5^th, beginning at 6:00 p.m. 

Bills: Bills were reviewed, approved, and paid. 

Motion by Heideman, second by Strebe, to adjourn the meeting. Motion carried. We adjourned at 9:00 p.m. 

These and all meeting minutes are subject to board approval. 

Respectfully Submitted,

Sharon Olsen, Town Clerk

   

Town of Union

Plan Commission

Meeting Minutes

                                                                                                                                                                 January 8, 2018

                                                                                                                   Union Town Hall

Members Present:  Dave Heideman, Steve Bauer, Mike Janke and Walter Strebe.

Other Present:  Gary Schoen, Town Board Chair.

“Acting” Chair Heideman called the meeting to order at 5:30 pm and read the opening meeting statement. 

Motion by Bauer, second by Strebe to approve the agenda.  Motion carried. 

The minutes from the August 7, 2017 were read by Heideman.  Town Chair Schoen gave an update on the Conditional Use Permit on the Keith and Karen Larson Commercial Animal Facility.  Motion by Strebe, second by Janke to approve the minutes.  Motion carried. 

The Plan Commission reviewed a Zoning Map Amendment Application from June Coe.  The current zoning district is Ag Enterprise and would be changed to Rural Residential to meet the set back for a storage shed.  Letters were sent to neighboring property owners and one response was received in favor of the change.  No negative responses were received.  Motion by Bauer, second by Janke to recommend approval of the application.  Motion carried. 

The Plan Commission reviewed its current members and positions.  Due to Gary Schoen becoming Town Board Chair a new member will need to be appointed.  The board decided that after the new member is appointed the positions on the Plan Commission will be determined. 

Motion by Strebe, second by Bauer to adjourn.  Motion carried. 

Meeting adjourned at 5:52 pm.  

Respectfully Submitted,

Dave Heideman

Plan Commission Secretary



TOWN OF UNION

TOWN BOARD MEETING 

Notice is hereby given that a Town Board Meeting for the Town of Union in the County of Waupaca, State of Wisconsin, for the transaction of business as is by law required or permitted to be transacted at such meeting, will be held at the Union Town Hall, E6592 State Road 22, Bear Creek, WI, in said town on Monday, January 8th, 2018 at 6 PM. 

AGENDA

1.)    Call meeting to order.

2.)    Open meeting statement.

3.)    Review and approve agenda.

4.)    Dr Melanie Oppor, update on Manawa School District 

Consider for approval and/or other possible action:

5.)    Minutes from December 4^th meeting.

6.)    Treasurer’s report.

7.)    Prior month’s disbursements.

8.)    Zoning Map Amendment for June Coe

9.)    Supervisor position

10.)  Recycling position

11.)  Fire board position

12.)  Cemetery board position

13.)  Plan Commission members

14.)  Election worker training with Jill Loedewegen, County Clerk

15.)  Ordinance for split shifts for elections

16.)  Resolution for changing number of election officials

17.)  Ordinance for destroying out-dated town records

18.)  Reports/updates presented:

          a. Roads

          b. Fire and Ambulance

          c. Larson’s CUP and county inspection of facility

19.)  Communications/public comments

20.)  Review and payment of bills.

21.)  Adjourn.

Sharon Olsen, Town Clerk,

Posted January 4, 2018

Attendance by members of the Plan Commission may inadvertently make a quorum of the Plan Commission, no action by the commission will take place at this meeting.

TOWN OF UNION

PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING

Notice is hereby given that a Planning Commission Meeting for the Town of Union in the County of Waupaca, State of Wisconsin, for the transaction of business as is by law required or permitted to be transacted at such meeting, will be held at the Union Town Hall on Monday, January 8, 2018 at 5:30 PM.

 AGENDA

1.) Call meeting to order. 

2.) Open meeting statement.

This meeting and all other meetings of this committee are open to the public. Proper notice has been posted in accordance with Wisconsin Statutes so the citizenry may be aware of the time, place and agenda of this meeting.

3.) Review and approve agenda.

4.) Review and approve minutes from previous meetings.

5.) Review and possible action on Zoning Map Amendment for property owned by June Coe.

6.) Review Planning Commission members.

7.) Adjourn

Town of Union Minutes

Town Board Settlement Meeting

December 28, 2017 

The meeting was called to order by Chairman Gary Schoen at 3:00 p.m. Those present were Sandra Werth, Gary Schoen, and Sharon Olsen. Dave Heideman arrived late. The open meeting statement was given by Henschel. 

Agenda: The agenda was presented and approved. 

Review and Pay Final Bills for 2017: Final 2017 bills received after the December 4th town board meeting were reviewed and approved, checks numbered 6268 through 6279 were issued. 

Audit of Expenditures and Receipts for 2017: An audit of all receipts and expenditures for 2017 was conducted (checks 6078 through 6279 were reviewed). Schoen read from the bank statements and the rest had copies of the reports to verify credits and debits. A couple of minor errors in listing info by the treasurer were found and corrected. 

Motion by Schoen, second by Heideman, to adjourn the meeting. Motion carried. The meeting was adjourned at 4:20 p.m.

These and all meeting minutes are subject to board approval.

Respectfully Submitted,

Sharon Olsen, Town Clerk

TOWN OF UNION

TOWN BOARD MEETING

Settlement 

Notice is hereby given that a Town Board Meeting for the Town of Union in the County of Waupaca, State of Wisconsin, for the transaction of business as is by law required or permitted to be transacted at such meeting, will be held at the Union Town Hall in said town on Monday, December 28, 2017 beginning at 3 PM.

AGENDA

1.)    Call meeting to order.

2.)    Open meeting statement.

3.)    Review and approve agenda.

4.)    Review and approve payment of final bills for 2017.

5.)    Conduct audit of expenditures and receipts for 2017.

6.)    Adjourn

Sharon Olsen, Town Clerk,

December 26, 2017

Attendance by members of the Plan Commission may inadvertently make a quorum of the Plan Commission, no action by the commission will take place at this meeting.



Town of Union Minutes

Town Board Meeting

December 4, 2017 

The decision was made for Gary Schoen, Supervisor 1, to run the meeting due to the vacancy of the chair. 

The meeting was called to order at 6:00 p.m. by Gary Schoen. Those present were Sandra Werth, Dave Heideman, Gary Schoen, Sharon Olsen, Special Guest Bob Schoen from Minnesota, and residents as per sign-in sheet. The open meeting statement was given by Schoen with verification of posting the notice. 

Schoen requested a moment of silence in honor or Roger Henschel, town chairman, who passed away November 20th. 

Agenda: Motion by Heideman, second by Schoen, to approve the agenda as presented. Motion carried.  

Board Meeting Minutes: Schoen stated there were a lot of minutes from November due to the budget hearing, the Special Electors’ Meeting, and the monthly meeting. He asked if anyone wanted the minutes read. No one requested to have them read. It was noted they were posted on the town’s website as well as in the outdoor display case should anyone be interested. Heideman reported he previously read the minutes and found them to be in order. He made the motion to approve as presented, second by Schoen.  Motion carried. 

Treasurer’s Report: Werth presented the treasurer’s financial report. The balance on the bank statement ending November 30^th was $79,100.34. She also reported the deposits made. Motion by Heideman, second by Schoen, to approve the treasurer’s report as submitted. Motion carried. 

Disbursements: The disbursements paid in November, checks # 6238 through # 6253, were reviewed. Motion by Heideman, second by Schoen, to approve as presented. Motion carried. 

Vacancy of Chair Position: Schoen turned the meeting over to Clerk Olsen so she could explain the procedure we would follow in appointing a new chair person. She read the pertaining parts of Wisconsin State Statute 17.25(1). She also read from the Wisconsin Towns’ Association Officers’ Handbook, as well as e-mails from the WTA Legal Counsel. The WTA’s recommendation was we would appoint a chair, and fill the vacancy of any other position, if necessary at the next meeting. 

Olsen explained the necessary requirements for any individual filling the position. She asked if any residents in attendance would like to be considered for the appointment of chair to take the floor for a few minutes to explain why they would like to be considered. Hearing none, Schoen said we would proceed with nominations then. Steve Bauer nominated Gary Schoen as appointee for chair, second by Walter Strebe. Tom Hannigan, nominated Sharon Olsen, second by Marcella Wentworth. Schoen asked three times if there were any other nominations. Hearing none, Schoen said nominations were closed. 

Olsen stated she was surprised by the nomination and was not prepared for it. She said we would then need to appoint the clerk’s vacated position. Olsen also stated she would need to learn the chair’s position, and would probably have to help train the newly appointed clerk. She said she didn’t know if she was up to doing both at this time. Heideman asked if it would be more difficult to appoint a replacement for the supervisor or clerk’s position. Schoen stated he had someone tell him that they are interested in the supervisor’s position and Marcy Wentworth stated she would be interested in the position as well. Heideman then said he voted for Gary Schoen to be appointed as chair. The supervisors and clerk could not vote for themselves. Schoen did not make any comments. Olsen said she would second the vote for Schoen to be appointed chair; therefore, Gary Schoen was appointed to fill the remaining term of chairman. The term expires April, 2019.     

A discussion followed on the vacancies for member of the cemetery board, fire board, recycling council, and the Plan Commission. Henschel was the primary representative and Schoen was alternate. Questions were raised as to the time remaining on the current positions, how long the positions were for, how often they meet, can it be a member of our community or must it be a town board member. More discussion followed. Olsen said she would get the answers and put them on the website. 

Application for Operator License: An application for an operator license was received from Symco Store LLC for Chasidey Fisher. Heideman and Schoen reviewed the application and background check. Motion by Heideman, second by Schoen, to approve the application and the license will expire June 30, 2018. 

Approve and Appoint Election Workers for 2018-2019 Term: Olsen had contacted the previous election workers, as well as two new workers that had expressed interest. They are: Mary Riesenberg, Geraldine Henschel, Ruth Schoen, Lola Bonikowske, Lois Riske, Dorothy Janke, Donna Krueger, Barb Lightfuss, Myrtle Kutchenriter, Diane Werth, Sandra Werth, Beverly Schuelke, Marvin Pethke, and the two new people – Christine Verkuilen and Carol Beck. Per the WTA Schoen will not be eligible to be a chief inspector of elections due to a change that was enacted. Motion by Heideman, second by Schoen, to appoint the above name individuals as election workers. Olsen reported County Clerk Jill Loedewegen will be holding several training sessions at the courthouse in January. She will not be holding any sessions at town halls as this will be her first training as county clerk. 

Settlement Date: December 28^8h was chosen as the date to meet to review and pay all final bills for 2017. We will also audit revenues and expenditures for 2017. The meeting will begin at 3:00 p.m. 

Road Report: Schoen reported this past summer we had Pethke Road paved. A portion of it split lengthwise. The county did an overlay at the county’s expense. Walter Strebe, town employee that mows the ditches, suggested putting something in a newsletter about trees being near the road right-of-way and branches then hanging out in to the roadway. He said people probably don’t think about it at the time they are planting the trees. 

Fire and Ambulance:  Schoen reported he attended the meeting in place of Henschel. He said two years ago they were having financial problems due to insurance companies not reimbursing timely, however, that is not an issue now. They are financially sound. The ambulance department has about $80,000 in a fund for a new ambulance, Schoen stated there were 82 fire calls reported so far this year, about the same as in the previous year. He said the ambulance calls are about the same. 

Communications and Public Comment: Strebe stated that we have been in Farmland Preservation and currently getting $7.50 an acre. He suggested we take a look at the ag land and we could possibly get more money. Heideman stated the landowners would have to agree to the adjustment. Strebe said he thought it was worth checking in to. 

Marilyn Herman had one deed for the cemetery that needed to be approved and signed. She informed the board that Graichen’s did not pick up the barrels at the cemetery. She contacted them and they said they would need to set-up a corporate account. Dennis Griffin even offered to help load the barrels in to the truck, but they refused. They said they were told not to take it. Herman said she was told they have to make money from the towns some way. 

Olsen presented the maintenance agreement to be signed for Command Central. She will return it with the payment.      

Olsen has been in contact with WTA and Geri Henschel in regards to Roger Henschel’s final check. Geri asked Henschel’s pay for November be combined with his annual salary check at the settlement meeting. 

Wood cutting permits were received for review for Aimee Mashlan, c/o Carla Strehlow, and Victor Much. 

The town’s insurance policy was received from Rural Insurance. The business owner’s portion was $3,253; Workman’s Comp $1,225, and the dues was $50.00. 

Bills: Bills for December were reviewed, approved, and paid. 

Oath of Office: Olsen asked Schoen if he was resigning from his Supervisor 1 position then to accept the appointment of chairman. He stated he was. Olsen asked that he submit that in writing so we could fill the vacated position. He stated he would. They then proceeded to complete the Oath of Office, making the appointment official. 

Next Town Board Meeting will be held Monday, January 8, 2018, at 6:00 p.m. due to the first Monday being January 1^st, New Year’s Day. 

Motion by Heideman, second by Schoen, to adjourn. Motion carried. The meeting was adjourned at 7:45 p.m. 

These and all meeting minutes are subject to board approval.  

Respectfully Submitted,

Sharon Olsen, Town Clerk 

 

TOWN OF UNION

TOWN BOARD MEETING

Notice is hereby given that a Town Board Meeting for the Town of Union in the County of Waupaca, State of Wisconsin, for the transaction of business as is by law required or permitted to be transacted at such meeting, will be held at the Union Town Hall, E6592 State Road 22, Bear Creek, WI, in said town on Monday, December 4th, 2017 at 6:00 p.m.

AGENDA

Supervisors to determine who is to chair the meeting or to take up item of appointing vacant position of chair.

1.) Call meeting to order and roll call

2.) Open meeting statement and verification of posting notice

3.) Review and approve agenda

Consider for approval or other possible action:

4.) Minutes from November 6, 2017 meeting.

5.) Treasurer's report.

6.) Prior month's disbursements.

7.) Appoint chairperson to fill vacancy

8.) Discuss Supervisor 1 or 2 position, should it be vacated.

9.) Discuss vacant recycling position/s

10.) Discuss vacant fire board position/s

11.) Discuss vacant cemetery board position/s

12.) Discuss Plan Commission position

13.) Operator License Application for Chasidey Fisher submitted by Symco Store, LLC, Action needed

14.) Appoint/approve Election Workers for 2018-2019 term

15.) Set settlement date

16.) Reports/updates presented:

        a. Discussion on roads, plowing, etc. Possible action needed.

        b. Update on Fire and Ambulance

        c. Communications/public comments

17.) Review and payment of bills.

18.) Adjourn

Sharon Olsen, Town Clerk

Posted December 2, 2017

Attendance by members of the Plan Commission may inadvertently make a quorum of the Plan Commission, no action by the commission will take place at this meeting.

Town of Union

Public Budget Hearing

November 6, 2017 

The public budget hearing was called to order at 6:00 p.m. by Chairman Roger Henschel. Those present were Roger Henschel, Gary Schoen, David Heideman, Sandy Werth, Sharon Olsen, and residents as per sign-in sheet. The open meeting statement was given by Henschel. Notice of the hearing was posted. 

The minutes of the November 7, 2016 public budget hearing were read by Clerk Olsen. She reviewed and explained the proposed budget as presented. Copies were available. Henschel stated he would like to see more money designated to roads as we received an increase in funding. Olsen explained there should be available dollars as last year she had paid an extra payment to Graichen’s and there is also money in the fund balance that could be used. Olsen also said she has not completed the necessary training for entering data in to WisVote as that is what the board had voted on and passed and she was unsure if the town’s laptop is capable of handling it. If it’s not, we may be looking at purchasing a new computer. Olsen also stated there are four elections next year. She asked if anyone had any questions, wanted to view the printed budget, or have anything else they wanted to discuss. No one indicated they did. 

Chairman Henschel asked for any public comments or questions and hearing none the meeting adjourned. The public hearing closed at 6:08 p.m.  We continued on to the Special Town Meeting of the Electors. 

Special Town Meeting

of the Electors of the Town of Union

November 6, 2017 

The special town meeting of the electors was called to order by Chairman Henschel at 6:09 p.m. Those present were Roger Henschel, Gary Schoen, David Heideman, Sandy Werth, Sharon Olsen, and residents as per sign-in sheet.  Henschel gave the open meeting statement. The meeting was posted as necessary. Henschel informed the electors the purpose of the meeting was to adopt the 2017 tax levy to be paid in 2018.  Clerk Olsen stated the tax levy in 2018 is $238,952, a .600% increase of $1,472. Henschel asked if anyone had any questions, hearing none he asked for a motion to adopt the tax levy. Motion by Walter Strebe, second by Myrtle Kutchenriter, to adopt the tax levy as presented.  Chairman Henschel asked for all those in favor, there being 9 yes, and then asked for those opposed, hearing none, motion carried. 

No other business was transacted at this meeting. Motion by Myrtle Kutchenriter, second by Marilyn Herman, to adjourn the special elector’s meeting. Motion carried. Meeting adjourned at 6:12 p.m. 

Town of Union Minutes

Town Board Meeting

November 6, 2017

The meeting was called to order by Chairman Roger Henschel at 6:13 p.m. Those present were Roger Henschel, Gary Schoen, Dave Heideman, Sandy Werth, Sharon Olsen, Guests Tim Olsen and Ben Olsen, and residents per the sign-in sheet. The open meeting statement was given by Henschel. Notice was posted. 

Agenda: Motion by Schoen, second by Heideman, to approve the agenda as listed. Motion carried.   

Board Meeting Minutes: Minutes of the October 2^nd meeting were previously submitted to the board for review. Motion by Heideman, second by Schoen to approve the minutes as presented. Motion carried. 

Treasurer’s Report: The treasurer’s report was given by Werth. She asked to amend her report to include an outstanding check to Larry’s Farm Tractor Service. Motion by Schoen to accept the treasurer’s report with amendment, second by Heideman. Motion carried.  

Disbursements: The disbursements for October were reviewed with checks # 6223 through # 6237 being paid. Motion by Schoen, second by Heideman, to approve the prior month’s disbursements. Motion carried. 

Eagle Scout Project: Ben Olsen thanked the town board for allowing him to do the outdoor display case as his Eagle Scout Project. He especially thanked Mr. Henschel and Mr. Schoen for splitting the costs of the project. He stated it really meant a lot. Marilyn Herman had asked how many hours he had in the project. He had 44.25 hours and there was a combined total of 224 hours worked by everyone involved. Ben was told he did a great job on the sign. Chairman Henschel signed the form confirming Ben had completed the project to the town’s satisfaction. Heideman stated he thought it would be nice if there was verbage on the back side of the case indicating it was the Town of Union. Henschel stated there already is a sign that is located closer to the road. Olsen stated Ben had asked Henschel about that and was told it wasn’t necessary to have it. Clerk Olsen stated she appreciated the ease of posting the notices, minutes, etc. and was sure Tammy, our custodian, would appreciate not having to clean tape off the door window any more. 

Certified Survey Map: Riverside Land Surveying, LLC, had prepared a CSM for Jason and Kathy Krueger for property located on Hwy 110, near County Road OO. The forms were e-mailed to Olsen to share with the board members prior to the meeting for their review. The original form was reviewed at the meeting. Motion by Schoen, second by Heideman, to approve the CSM for Jason and Kathy Krueger. Henschel signed and dated the form and it was given to Kathy Krueger to take to the Planning and Zoning Department at the courthouse to continue the process. The Krueger’s are hoping to have their modular home delivered in February. 

Operator Licenses: The board members reviewed the applications and background checks for Christina Heindl and Marina Suarez Gonzalez that were submitted by Union Still. Motion by Heideman, second by Schoen, to approve the applications and grant licensure for both. Motion carried. 

2018 Budget:  The budget hearing and the Special Meeting of the Electors’ were held prior to the town board meeting. No further discussion was had by the board. Motion by Schoen, second by Heideman, to approve the budget for 2018. Motion passed.  

Elections, Notices: Clerk Olsen had the Insight voting machine available for view. The machine replaces the Optech Eagle which is no longer going to be supported. The bill will be paid in 2018 so it could be included in the budget. 

Werth and Olsen attended the Clerks/Treasurers’ meeting that was held at the courthouse on October 25^th. The town can include an insert with the tax bills. One-sided inserts are $.14 each and two-sided are $.16 each. A discussion followed on what information the town wanted to include on the insert. Olsen suggested a note/greetings from the chairman. Resident Walter Strebe said renters would not receive the insert. Schoen suggested the insert include the request for property owners to share the information with any renters they may have.  Resident Marilyn Herman suggested to include when our meetings are held, time change, etc. and to list our website. Schoen thought we should include some of our larger expenses such as fire and ambulance, recycling and garbage services, roads, etc. to let others know where their tax dollars are being spent. He thought we should use bright green paper to get peoples’ attention.

Olsen questioned whether the board wanted her to send out letters or to call our poll workers to see if they would want to continue  for the next two year period. Christine Verkuilen and Carol Beck were mentioned as potential new workers. Olsen had already called Christine and will call Carol to see if she is still interested. The current workers’ term expires December 31^st. County Clerk Jill Lodewegen will be doing a training in January. 

Roads Update: Henschel reported we did a little patching on Missall Lane. The trees on the whole hill continue to cause problems. He said we might have to cut the trees down that are located in the road right-of-way.  The shoulders on School Section Lane were brought up again. The run-off from the road continues to wreak havoc. A property owner on the lake suggested to Olsen that the town look into using blue stone, like they use on railroads. He thought it would hold up better. Henschel said he spoke to the county already and there really isn’t much that will take care of it. He said it would be nice if we could try one or two five-gallon pails of the stone to see if it would work. 

Fire and Ambulance: Henschel reported there were 20 more ambulance calls this year. He said there is enough money in the fund.

Public Comments/Communications:  A brief discussion was had regarding Riske Road and the Rod and Custom Car Show. Henschel had contacted our insurance carrier and they informed him it would not be a good idea allowing the anchoring down of the front ends of cars so the back tires can spin/race. Henschel stated our coverage would probably not be enough to cover a catastrophic event if it were to occur. Olsen had contacted the Wisconsin Towns Association as well and Attorney Carol Nawrocki also said it did not sound like something we should have. If the town should approve the event she listed a few things the town should do to protect itself. 

Henschel reported that Fugelberg’s are putting up a shed. They got their permit a while ago. 

The Town’s Association meeting will be held at Waupaca County Industries on Thursday, November 9^th. The Town of Union is in charge of the food. Henschel had asked Werth to order the food as she has in the past and that she should plan on approximately 55 people.  The decision was made to serve cold cuts, fresh sandwich buns, pickles, etc. Geri Henschel and Ruth Schoen will make a pan of bars, as well as Sandy Werth. 

Olsen shared the building permits received from Paul Hanlon for Brian Shambeau and Brad Milliken. 

Olsen questioned the board if they planned on doing an onsite visit to the Larson’s dog facility to ensure the requirements are being met or if county was going to be following up. The county said they planned on doing it. A discussion followed. A suggestion of sending a letter to the county planning and zoning office, as well as a copy to Jack Penney, chair of the board, to put them on notice because of the concern and controversy of the matter and to request they communicate with us their findings and report what is taking place. The deadline for the Larson’s to meet the requirements was extended to December 31^st by the county zoning office.

Once again there was litter along the roadside after recycling day. A resident stated she did not think they put the hopper down after picking up the recycling. 

Bills: Bills for November were reviewed, approved and paid. 

Next Meeting:  Next month’s board meeting will be held Monday, December 4^th and begins at 6:00 p.m. Motion by Schoen, second by Heideman, to adjourn. Motion carried. The meeting was adjourned at 7:42 p.m.

These and all meeting minutes are subject to board approval. 

Respectfully Submitted,

Sharon Olsen, Town Clerk   

 

TOWN OF UNION

TOWN BOARD MEETING  

Notice is hereby given that a Town Board Meeting for the Town of Union in the County of Waupaca, State of Wisconsin, for the transaction of business as is by law required or permitted to be transacted at such meeting, will be held at the Union Town Hall in said town on Monday, November 6, 2017 beginning immediately after the Special Town Electors’ Meeting which is beginning immediately after the budget hearing that will begin at 6 PM.

 AGENDA

1.)    Call meeting to order.

2.)    Open meeting statement.

3.)    Review and approve agenda.

4.)    Approve minutes from October meeting.

5.)    Approve treasurer’s report.

6.)    Approve prior month’s disbursements.

7.)    Ben Olsen, Eagle Scout Project

8.)    Certified Survey Map by Riverside Land Surveying, LLC for Kathy and Jason Krueger, action needed

9.)    Operator Licenses for Marina Gonzalez and Christina Heindl, Union Still, action needed

10.)  Approve budget, action needed

11.)  Insert in Tax Bills, Clerks/Treasurer’s training at Courthouse

12.)  Insight voting machine, election and election workers

13.)  Update on roads

14.)  Update on MRFD – fire and ambulance, if needed

15.)  Communications/public comments 

16.)  Review and payment of bills.

17.)  Adjourn.

Sharon Olsen, Town Clerk,

Posted November 4, 2017 

Attendance by members of the Plan Commission may inadvertently make a quorum of the Plan Commission, no action by the commission will take place at this meeting.

TOWN OF UNION

PUBLIC BUDGET HEARING AND

SPECIAL TOWN MEETING OF THE ELECTORS

Notice is hereby given that a Public Budget Hearing for the Town of Union in the County of Waupaca, State of Wisconsin, for the transaction of business as is by law required or permitted to be transacted at such meeting, will be held at the Union Town Hall in said town on Monday, November 6, 2017 at 6:00 p.m. The Special Town Meeting of the Electors will begin immediately after the budget meeting.

AGENDA

1.)    Call hearing to order.

2.)    Minutes from 2016 hearing.

3.)    Proposed Budget

4.)    Discuss the overall budget

5.)    Adjourn the budget hearing

6.)    Call special town meeting to order

7.)    Input from public

8.)    Adopt the Town Tax Levy to be paid in 2018 pursuant to Sec. 60.10 (1) (a) of Wisconsin Statutes

9.)    Adjourn

Sharon Olsen, Town Clerk,

Posted October 22, 2016

Attendance by members of the Plan Commission and Town Board may inadvertently make a quorum of each, but no action by the commission or board will take place at this hearing or  meeting.





Town of Union Minutes

Town Board Meeting

October 2, 2017

The meeting was called to order by Chairman Roger Henschel at 7:00 p.m. Those present were Sandy Werth, Dave Heideman, Gary Schoen, Roger Henschel, Sharon Olsen, Guest Amanda Schuler, and  residents per the sign-in sheet. The open meeting statement was given by Henschel. 

Agenda: Motion by Schoen to amend the agenda to include discussion and possible action on the sale of the cooler at the ball park concession stand, second by Heideman. Motion carried. Henschel stated we would add it to the agenda between items 11 and 12. 

Board Meeting Minutes: Minutes of the September 5^th meeting were previously submitted to the board and had been reviewed. Motion by Schoen to approve the minutes as prepared, second by Heideman. Motion carried.

Treasurer’s Report: The treasurer’s report was given by Werth. Olsen noted that on the September 5^th report an outstanding check was listed in the amount of $864.22 and she informed the board it was not outstanding but was the ACH payment (check # 6194) made online in July for the second quarter 941 tax and was listed on the July bank statement. Olsen also noted checks # 6192 and 6193 were written in July prior to 941 tax but not cashed until August. These were the last checks written in July and should have been outstanding. Motion by Heideman to accept treasurer’s report with amendment, second by Schoen. Motion carried. 

Disbursements: The disbursements for September were reviewed with checks # 6209 through # 6222 paid for a total amount of $136,832.74. (Check 6213 was made out to Waupaca County Highway Department for $127,742.00) Motion by Schoen, second by Heideman, to approve the prior month’s disbursements as presented. Motion carried.

Child Care Resource and Referral: Amanda Schuler works with CCR&R. They service five counties and Waupaca is one of them. They offer low cost training to the child care providers, such as Tiny Truckers in Clintonville, Little Lambs in Manawa, as well as those individual providers who provide child care in their homes. She is looking for a facility to use approximately two-to-three times a year. She reported providers have already traveled to Kimberly in the past to attend trainings. The trainings are usually held on Tuesday or Thursday nights from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.  CCR&R is a non-profit organization. Following a discussion, a motion was made by Schoen to allow CCR&R to use the town hall at no charge up to four times a year, second by Heideman. Motion carried. Henschel informed Schuler they would need to leave the hall in good condition and if they had trash to take it with them.

Cemetery Association Annual Meeting:  It was reported the association board approved raising the costs of burials, etc. $50.00. They did not raise the price of the lots. The lawn mower that has been used for the past 11 years is in bad shape and needs to be replaced. They are looking at a 60” Toro for about $6,000. It is half-way between an industrial and residential mower. They are hoping to sell the other two mowers to help defray the costs. They have about $5 to 6,000.00 and thought the town could pay the remaining, if needed (about $600 - $1,000). Olsen commented we do not have it in the budget for this year; however, we could amend the budget by resolution. Marilyn Herman, secretary for the association, said they could write the check to us. They are hoping the costs will be a wash, but need the town’s assistance if needed as back-up.  Motion by Schoen to pursue the matter further, check with area dealers to stay as local as we possibly can, find out costs, etc., second by Heideman. Motion carried.

Wisconsin Towns Association Workshop and Convention: Olsen shared the information she learned at the workshop she attended in Stevens Point. Highlights were the budget, levy limits, how to get the most out of the transportation aids, agendas and minutes for effective meetings, and adopting an ordinance if we want to use split shifts for the poll workers at elections. She gave Heideman the material for supervisors.

No one on the board planned to attend the annual WTA convention.

Roads Update: Henschel said he didn’t think there would be any large checks paid to the county for road work for the remainder of the year. We will be going over the budget amount and need to transfer funds from the fund balance to the road budget to cover the road expenses. We didn’t spend the allocated amount last year due to weather, etc. so had money that carried over again. Motion by Schoen, to transfer $30,000 by resolution (2017-2) from the fund balance to the roads budget, second by Heideman. Motion passed.

Budget: The budget was discussed. Henschel said to add about $4 – 500 for the maintenance of the town hall floor and Schoen mentioned four elections in 2018. We will also be purchasing a new voting machine to replace the Optech Eagle as they will no longer be used. The Public Budget Hearing will be held on Monday, November 6^th at 6:00 p.m., with the Electors’ Meeting to immediately follow. The regular monthly board meeting will be held following the electors’ meeting. 

Cooler at Ball Park Concession Stand:  The cooler was added to the agenda as Rick Chambers, from Boondocks Bar and Grill, told Chairman Henschel at the time he purchased the three tables that he was interested in purchasing the cooler.  The cooler has not been used in quite some time. Motion by Schoen, second by Heideman, to sell the cooler. Motion passed. Henschel will explain the situation to Chambers and see what he is willing to pay for it.

Change in Start Time for Monthly Meetings: The monthly meetings will be held beginning at 6:00 p.m. for the winter months. The budget hearing will start at 6:00 on November 6^th, but then the town board meetings will begin at 6:00 beginning in December.

Public Comments/Communications:  Treasurer Werth said she will need to reorder deposit slips and was wondering if she should order two-ply instead of three-ply as most people do not want a copy of their receipt when she writes one out. She thought she could just use another receipt book to write a receipt if they wanted one. After discussion, she was told to order the triplicate receipt book.

Olsen asked if the board wanted to pay for the new voting machine this year or to put it in next year’s budget. The decision was made to pay for it next year. Olsen will let Command Central know of their decision.

Schoen stated he had called the Zoning Department at the courthouse today to inquire as to the status of the Larson permit for their dog facility. The county informed Schoen the Larson’s will not be able to complete the work by the suggested deadline and asked for an extension until December 31^st. The county granted the Conditional Use Permit with the stipulation of completing the work by December 31. 

Schoen said he feels the gravel the county uses on the shoulders of our newly constructed roads doesn’t have enough clay in it and every time it rains it washes out. We have had a lot of rain this year making it a problem. Henschel stated he is not sure how we can prevent it as lime stone doesn’t pack enough either.  

The decision was made to present this issue for discussion at the County Highway Department meeting to be held at the Larrabee Highway Shop Wednesday night. 

Schoen reported Keith Nemmetz informed him of a big dip in Flater Road. Henschel said he will take a look at the road when he gets over that way and see what needs to be done.

Marilyn Herman said they have two loads of clay she wants to get rid of and the town could have it if they wanted it. She also reported the Cemetery Association had its annual meeting and the decision was made to increase the rates. She stated they added something new – the Columbarium Burial – which is where there is a designated place in the headstone for placing cremains. They will charge $300 for each such burial. Herman reported the state had an ordinance in 2011. She had previously given a copy to Henschel and Schoen and now gave Heideman a copy to review. 

Herman informed the board she is having AAA Hardwoods, Inc. cut logs on her property. She has an easement with a neighbor for accessing the property but when she informed the neighbor of the activity he made threatening comments if the loggers were to cross his property. She had to file a report with the county sheriff’s department in case any issues were to arise. 

Heideman had received an e-mail from Kelly Ramstack regarding the Dasheree and paint being used on the roads last year. Olsen read the e-mail. After discussion, the board made the decision for Olsen to contact the organizer of the Dasheree and ask they use something other than permanent paint on the roads.

Suggestions were made to use sidewalk chalk, orange duct tape, washable paint, signs, or paint on the shoulder of the road on the gravel, etc. 

A brief discussion was had regarding Riske Road and how the spots that were damaged during the car show were holding up. So far, so good but time will tell. The subject of liability was addressed again. Henschel will check with our insurance carrier, Rural Insurance, to see to what extent, if any, the town would be liable in allowing the anchoring down of the front ends of cars so the back tires can spin/race. The suggestion of having it held on the grounds of the Thresheree Club was brought up again.

Olsen reported she still has not received the certificate of completion yet for an operator license application that was submitted and paid for by Union Still.

Notices of intent to cut wood products were received from the county for the following land owners: Stanley A. Miller for logs and Marilyn Herman for logs and pulp. Both properties are MFL land. 

Bills: Bills for October were reviewed, approved and paid. 

Next Meeting:  Next month’s board meeting will be held Monday, November 6^th, immediately following the Electors’ Meeting which follows the Public Budget Hearing that begins at 6:00 p.m. Motion by Schoen, second by Heideman, to adjourn. Motion carried. The meeting was adjourned at 9:14 p.m. 

(On the lighter side, Henschel asked that it should be noted five flies were killed during the meeting.) 

These and all meeting minutes are subject to board approval.

Respectfully Submitted,

Sharon Olsen, Town Clerk



TOWN OF UNION

TOWN BOARD MEETING 

Notice is hereby given that a Town Board Meeting for the Town of Union in the County of Waupaca, State of Wisconsin, for the transaction of business as is by law required or permitted to be transacted at such meeting, will be held at the Union Town Hall in said town on Monday, October 2, 2017 at  7 PM. 

AGENDA

1.)    Call meeting to order.

2.)    Open meeting statement.

3.)    Review and approve agenda.

4.)    Approve minutes from last meeting.

5.)    Approve treasurer’s report.

6.)    Approve prior month’s disbursements.

7.)    Representative from Child Care Resource and Referral

8.)    Discuss Union Cemetery Association annual meeting, possible action to approve purchase of new lawn mower 

9.)    WTA Meeting in Stevens Point and WTA State Convention

10.)   Roads update, action needed to approve transfer of funds from general to road

11.)  Discussion on budget for November meeting and set date for Public Budget Hearing and Special Meeting of the Town of Union Electors

12.)  Change in time for town board meetings – winter schedule

13.)  Public comments/communications.   

14.)  Review and payment of bills.

15.)  Adjourn.

Sharon Olsen, Town Clerk,

Posted September 30, 2017

Attendance by members of the Plan Commission may inadvertently make a quorum of the Plan Commission, no action by the commission will take place at this meeting.



Town of Union Minutes

Town Board Meeting

September 5, 2017 

The meeting was called to order by Chairman Roger Henschel at 7:00 p.m. Those present were Gary Schoen, Roger Henschel, Dave Heideman, Sandra Werth, Sharon Olsen, guests John Spence, organizer of Symco Rod and Car Show; Members of the Manawa Area Veterans Memorial Park Committee; and residents as per sign-in sheet. The open meeting statement was given by Henschel. 

Board Meeting Minutes: Minutes of the August 7^th meeting were previously submitted to the board and had been reviewed. Motion by Heideman, second by Schoen, to approve minutes as presented. Motion carried. 

Treasurer’s Report: The treasurer’s report was given by Werth. Motion by Schoen, second by Heideman, to approve the treasurer’s report as given. Motion carried.  

Disbursements: The disbursements for August were reviewed with checks # 6195 through # 6208 paid for a total amount of $25,905.45. Motion by Heideman, second by Schoen, to approve the prior month’s disbursements as listed. Motion carried. 

Custom Rod and Car Show: Mr. John Spence was at the meeting to discuss with the board the damage that occurred to Riske Road. Henschel stated he understood vehicles were anchored at the car show on the road and that holes were dug in the blacktop. The town had just completed redoing the road last year. Spence replied he didn’t know why it happened as it didn’t happen last year and they did it the same as last year. He apologized on behalf of the show and himself personally and said he stated from the beginning they would be responsible for taking care of fixing it. Henschel said he had the county look at the damage. They reported the holes were not all the way through the blacktop. He said another contractor said he would cut a block out of the road and put a flex seal down. Spence reported they already put material in the holes and sealed it. Henschel said he did not look at the work they did and he wasn’t sure it would hold up. Spence said he was talking freely and they would like to cut a block out of the road and put in concrete and have a track. He said they would have concrete barriers along both sides and both ends. Spence stated the road works best for crowd control. He said it was important to maintain crowd control and that there is alcohol involved at the show Schoen questioned if that was something they could do on the Thresheree grounds. Spence said he wasn’t sure if there would be enough room or if they would want to do that. 

Kent Casey stated he didn’t appreciate the manner in how this was handled. He said some voice mails were left. He said we should be thanking Mr. Spence for bringing money in to the town. He said there was threatening comments that if they didn’t take care of the road there wouldn’t be a car show next year. Henschel stated he didn’t think the comments came from a board member. Casey stated they did. Schoen stated there were some missed calls and he said he did leave voice mail messages. Henschel said the tar they put in the holes has settled. Mr. Casey asked if they could be given a week to take care of it. Henschel said they could probably put some gravel in with it to fill the holes. He said we had resurfaced Ferg Road and they could sweep up some of the remnants to use. Henschel said it was fine if they wanted to try to fix the road but we would still have to look at it and see if it was acceptable. Fahrner will be coming out to look at the road to let us know how they would have fixed it and what the cost would be. They would not be doing the work right away. Olsen stated the town is responsible for using the tax payers’ money and they spent a lot of money on the work done on Riske Road. Henschel said the town will look at the road once they are done trying to remedy the situation again. He will contact Mr. Spence.   

Manawa Area Veterans’ Park: Schoen had received a call from resident Gary Henning regarding veterans from the Town of Union. Henning stated there are 90 veterans buried in our town’s cemeteries. He wondered if the town would like to make a donation to the park so Schoen had asked for the MAVP to be placed on the agenda. Members of the MAVP were present to explain the park and all of its attributes. Larry Squires informed the board the concrete was poured but not paid for yet, the granite is ordered, there are 290 names so far to be engraved on the five walls. There will be a large eagle on top of a globe. A shelter will be built with three bathrooms on each side. They plan on holding a fish fry in January as a fund raiser. Several fund raisers have already been held. Several donations have been given. Some materials and labor might be donated; however, they have to be prepared to pay the bill in case they are not donated. The plan is to have the dedication of the Veterans’ wall on November 11^th. When the subject of a donation came up, Henschel stated the town has not donated to anything in the past. He said the board could discuss it and let them know later. 

Symco Dasheree:  Jeni Mursau, organizer of the Symco Dasheree, needed the form signed by the chairman approving the route they plan on using. No roads will be closed during the event. The event will be held Saturday, October 14^th at 4:00 p.m. After reviewing the information, Schoen made motion to approve the route, second by Heideman. Motion carried.

Tables at the Ball Park: The tables at the ball park have not been used in three-to-four years. Boondock’s Bar and Grill had used some of the tables for an event and they asked if they could purchase three of them. They agreed to a price of $125 each. After a brief discussion, a motion was made by Schoen, second by Heideman, to approve the sale of the three tables. Motion carried.  Olsen asked if she should send a letter/bill to the Boodocks and Henschel said he would take care of it. 

WisVote Relier Services and Voting Equipment: Discussion regarding this topic was continued from last month. Olsen read the Memo of Understanding prepared by the county so the board would know what they were approving. Olsen questioned the technical requirements and wondered if her current computer would be sufficient and noted the town does not have the Internet. She also addressed the issue of training on WisVote. Olsen had stopped by the courthouse and spoke with the county clerk. She informed Olsen that Sandy Artz would be willing to sit down, one-on-one, to go through the program with anyone that wants to and she said there was also training online. Motion by Schoen, second by Heideman, to go with Option Two. Motion carried. Option Two would cost $300. The town (the relier) would enter voter registration applications, absentees’ information and track activity into WisVote, and record voter participation after election and EDR’s. The county would setup election contest and candidates in WisVote, print poll books, update office candidates, print felon ineligibility lists, enter post card reports, enter EL190 and EL191 (financial) reports, and complete checks for felons, deaths, and duplicate reports. 

Operator Licenses: Two new operator applications were received from Union Still. The board reviewed both applications. Motion by Heideman, second by Schoen, to approve Destiny Heschke’s application and the application for Rachelle Sobczak was approved but put on hold pending the clerk receiving a copy of her operator license as the certificate for completing the server course was more than two years old. Motion carried. 

Eagle Scout Project: The outdoor display case for the town hall will be installed on September 17^th.

Cemetery Ordinance: Henschel received a copy of the Cemetery Ordinance prepared by Attorney Luaders. He asked the board to review it. The annual meeting of the Union Cemetery Association will be held Thursday, September 21 at 7:00 p.m. A copy was given to Marilyn Herman, secretary of the association, for the cemetery board to review and make any additions, corrections, etc. as the cemetery board runs everything. The town has had a policy in place since 1956 requiring a vault, but the town can not enforce it. No action was taken by the town board.

Road Report: Henschel reported Pethke Road and East River Road were blacktopped. Ferg Road was seal coated. Part of Pethke Road will be resurfaced as there are a couple of cracks in it. The county will come and do an overlay. 

Fire and Ambulance Report:  Henschel reported the budget pretty much remains the same and the assessments will stay the same.

Communications and Public Comments: There will be a Fall Town and Village Workshop held in Stevens Point on September 13^th. It is sponsored by the Wisconsin Towns Association. Heideman stated he would like to attend. Olsen also said she had thought of going. Henschel said it is mainly for clerks and treasurers this time and didn’t think it was necessary for Heideman to attend. Henschel approved Olsen to attend. Henschel informed Olsen he was contemplating attending the WTA state convention and will let Olsen know if she needed to submit registration and fees. 

The county had sent out the reports for the August settlement. Olsen noted Nachtrab’s hadn’t paid his and they were listed as delinquent personal property taxes. The amount due the town is $2,036.23.  Henschel asked a letter be mailed requesting payment. 

Bills: Bills for September were reviewed, approved and paid. 

Next Meeting:  Next month’s board meeting will be held Monday, October 2nd, beginning at 7:00 p.m.  

Motion by Henschel, second by Heideman, to adjourn the meeting. Motion carried. The meeting was adjourned at 8:45 p.m.

These and all meeting minutes are subject to board approval. 

Respectfully Submitted,

Sharon Olsen, Town Clerk



TOWN OF UNION

TOWN BOARD MEETING 

Notice is hereby given that a Town Board Meeting for the Town of Union in the County of Waupaca, State of Wisconsin, for the transaction of business as is by law required or permitted to be transacted at such meeting, will be held at the Union Town Hall in said town on Tuesday, September 5, 2017 at 7:00 p.m.

AGENDA 

1.)    Call meeting to order.

2.)    Open meeting statement.

3.)    Review and approve agenda.

4.)    Approve minutes from last meeting.

5.)    Approve treasurer’s report.

6.)    Approve prior month’s disbursements.

7.)    John Pence, organizer of Custom Rod & Car Show, possible action

8.)    Donation to Manawa Veterans Park, action needed

9.)    Symco Dasheree, action needed

10.)  Boondocks and tables at Ball Park, action needed

11.)  WisVote relier services and voting equipment, action needed

12.)  Operator licenses, action needed

13.)  Sign, Eagle Scout project

14.)  Discussion on cemetery ordinance

15.)  Road report update

16.)  Fire board update

17.)  Public comments/communications.   

18.)  Review and payment of bills.

19.)  Adjourn.

Sharon Olsen, Town Clerk 

Posted:   September 1, 2017  

Members of the Plan Commission may inadvertently make a quorum of the Plan Commission, no action by the commission will take place at this meeting.

Town of Union Minutes

Town Board Meeting

August 7, 2017 

The meeting was called to order by Chairman Roger Henschel at 7:40 p.m., immediately following the Plan Commission meeting that began at 5:45 p.m. at the Keith and Karen Larson property located at School Section Lane for an off-site tour of their facility. Those present were Roger Henschel, Gary Schoen, Dave Heideman, Sharon Olsen, Sandy Werth, Jason Snyder of the Waupaca County Zoning Department, Kyle Fischer, surveyor, and residents per sign-in sheet. The open meeting statement was given by Henschel. 

Agenda: Motion by Schoen to approve the agenda as presented, second by Heideman. Motion carried.

Board Meeting Minutes: Minutes of the prior month’s town board meeting were e-mailed to the board to be reviewed. Schoen made the motion to approve the minutes as written, second by Heideman. Motion carried. 

Treasurer’s Report: Werth presented the treasurer’s report. Motion by Heideman, second by Schoen, to approve as presented. Motion passed.

Disbursements: Olsen reported she revised the June disbursements to include the deduction of Social Security and Medicare for Paul Hanlon. Disbursements for July 2017 were reviewed with checks # 6175 through # 6194 paid for a total amount of $28,893.65. Motion by Schoen, second by Heideman, to approve as presented. Motion carried.

Approval of Rezoning and Certified Survey Maps: The Plan Commission gave the town board the Town Recommendation Form that was completed for Steve Bauer on Luckjohn Road to rezone two acres around the buildings from Ag Enterprise to Rural Residential Overlay. Kyle Fischer had presented the Certified Survey Map for the Steve Bauer property. The board reviewed it and approved it as presented. Motion by Schoen, second by Heideman, to approve the rezoning and CSM. Motion passed. Fischer had also presented a CSM for the Amish Cemetery on Zabel Road. Fischer informed the town that if there were any burials within 63’ from the center of the road they would require a flush grave marker. After reviewing the CSM Heideman made the motion to approve the CSM, second by Schoen, motion carried. 

Conditional Use Permit: The CUP for Keith and Karen Larson’s Commercial Animal Facility (for the purpose of breeding dogs) was reviewed again. The board and Plan Commission Committee had toured the Larson’s facility prior to the meetings. They explained the work they had completed and the work they intend to complete once they receive the approval from the county. The PC had provided a list of conditions, which the town was in total agreement with that includes: 1) Maximum number of adult dogs (over five months of age) allowed at the facility is 24. The total number of dogs cannot exceed 24 and includes their personal dogs. 2) The facility needs to be inspected by the state and have a state approved kennel license. This license and inspection report must be provided to the County and Local governments for review. 3) All adult dogs must have rabies shots given by a licensed veterinarian and each dog must have a tag attached. 4) The CUP will be reviewed for compliance annually. 5) Restroom facilities must be provided if required by State of Federal statute. 6) Proper disposal of deceased dogs must meet all local, state, and federal regulations. 7) The following construction or improvements must be met by November 1, 2017:

a. Nursery area for mother dogs including sanding and painting of walls and ceiling and laying down of protective flooring. 

b. Covered screen area to use as kennel area; replace defective wood, repair cracks in concrete slab, laying five courses of six-inch block around base and painting the block, replace the screen with OSB and metal siding, insulation, installation of dog doors from each pen to the adjacent outdoor run, paint all wood, and set powder coated welded wire pens inside.

c. Outdoor kennel runs. Removal of trees in the area, concrete slab poured with four-inch block laid around the outer edge to hold the pea gravel.

d. A 12-foot by 12-foot addition constructed on the south for prospective buyers, vet checks, and grooming of their dogs.

e. a dumpster set-up for either weekly or biweekly waste removal.

f. Gravel will be added to the driveway and parking area by October 2018.

(The board had added the condition of proper disposal of any deceased dogs/animals as per local, county, and state requirements.) Motion by Heideman for the board to recommend approval of the CUP to the county with the conditions listed, second by Schoen, motion carried. 

Ordinance for Cemeteries: Henschel reported Attorney Luaders said we could not state they have to use a vault. We can state the burial has to be done properly concerning health and welfare of the residents, public, etc. Marilyn Herman, secretary for the cemetery board, said the issue of requiring a vault will be on the agenda to be addressed at the regional cemetery association meeting this fall. Henschel stated that rather than our township having to create an ordinance with lawyer expense, etc. we will wait to see what transpires at the regional meeting. Perhaps they can create an ordinance that will cover every town rather than each having their own. 

Elections:  Olsen had received information from County Clerk Jill Lodewegen regarding combined notices for elections into all five Waupaca County newspapers. Some counties are already doing this. She researched the costs to print a four or eight page insert. The cost would be approximately $35-$55 per insert per municipality, school and county. If everyone commits to this the cost would be approximately $140 to $210 for the entire year. After discussion, the board agreed that we would agree to participate in the combined notices. Olsen will let the county clerk know.

The county clerk also provided information on WISvote relier services. Olsen routed the information listing the services that will be available as well as the projected costs. The board will consider it and make a determination at next month’s meeting.

The Wisconsin Town’s Association meeting will be held in Manawa at WCI. Mike Frericks from Command Central will present on election voting machines. The board plans on attending.

Operator Licenses: Olsen received the application for renewing the operator license for John Riesenberg. The board reviewed it. Motion by Schoen, second by Heideman, to approve the license. Motion passed. 

Road Report: Henschel reported the county would probably do some seal coating on Trout Lane this week. They will also be putting down some heavy oil and fine material on Ferg Road, from Stoney Ridge Road to Zabel Road for a cost of about $45,000. The blacktop cracked on Pethke Road. The county has agreed to redo the blacktop at no charge to the town. The culverts on Jossie Road were replaced. They used 18”-24” culverts. Olsen said they did a good job in replacing the culverts. 

Fire Board Report: Henschel reported the budget is out. No one has to pay more. 

September Meeting: Due to the Labor Day holiday the September meeting will be held Tuesday, September 5^th, at 7:00 p.m.  

Communications and Public Comments:  A resident in attendance questioned why a resident in Symco has to burn green wood every day and let it smoke. She said it can’t be good for anyone to breathe in, especially those with any respiratory issues. Henschel stated he knew who she was talking about and would check in to it. Dennis Prill owns the property. Olsen is to send a letter of concern.

Olsen received a survey regarding the Towns Association meetings. She read the questions for the board to answer. She will complete the form and mail it back to Jackie Beyer. 

Someone questioned what the trailer is doing in the town hall parking lot. Henschel responded that it belongs to the state and they are using it as their base camp while work is being done on the highway project. 

Olsen routed two building permit applications from Paul Hanlon. One was for Kent and Missy Kietzmann for a 20’ x 20’ three seasons room and the other for an addition to the dwelling of Ed Borntreger on Zabel Road.

Bills: Bills for August were reviewed, approved and paid. 

Possible Closed Session:  The board did not go in to closed session.

Next Meeting:  Next month’s board meeting will be held Tuesday, September 5th, beginning at 7:00 p.m.  Motion by Schoen, second by Heideman, to adjourn the meeting. Motion carried. The meeting was adjourned at 8:45 p.m. 

These and all meeting minutes are subject to board approval. 

Respectfully Submitted,

Sharon Olsen, Town Clerk

TOWN OF UNION

TOWN BOARD MEETING

Notice is hereby given that a Town Board Meeting for the Town of Union in the County of Waupaca, State of Wisconsin, for the transaction of business as is by law required or permitted to be transacted at such meeting, will be held at the Union Town Hall in said town on Monday, August 7, 2017 immediately following the Plan Commission Meeting which begins at 5:45 p.m. 

AGENDA 

1.)    Call meeting to order.

2.)    Open meeting statement.

3.)    Review and approve agenda.

4.)    Approve minutes from last meeting.

5.)    Approve treasurer’s report.

6.)    Approve prior month’s disbursements.

7.)    Kyle Fisher, Certified Survey Maps

          Amish Cemetery separated from school

          Steve Bauer property

8.)    Keith and Karen Larson’s CUP application for Commercial Animal Facility

9.)    Ordinance for cemeteries

10.)  WisVote relier services, election notices and voting equipment

11.)  Operator license

12.)  Road report update

13.)  Fire board update

14.)  Set date for September board meeting, due to Labor Day holiday.

15.)  Public comments/communications.   

16)   Review and payment of bills.

17.)  Possible closed session

18.)  Adjourn. 

Sharon Olsen, Town Clerk 

Posted:  August 5, 2017 

Members of the Plan Commission may inadvertently make a quorum of the Plan Commission, no action by the commission will take place at this meeting.

Town of Union

Plan Commission

Meeting Minutes

                                                                                                                                                                 August 7, 2017                                                                                                                        Union Town Hall

Members Present:  Gary Schoen, Dave Heideman, Steve Bauer, Mike Janke and Walter Strebe, 

Jason Snyder, Deputy Zoning Administrator, and other residents as per a sign-in sheet. 

“Acting” Chair Bauer called the meeting to order at 6:34 pm and read the opening meeting statement. 

Motion by Strebe, second by Janke to approve the agenda.  Motion carried. 

The minutes from the June 5, 2017 were read by Heideman.  Motion by Strebe, second by Janke to approve the minutes.  Motion carried.

The Plan Commission reviewed a Conditional Use Permit Application (CUP) for a Commercial Animal Facility from Karen and Keith Larson.  Prior to the meeting the Planning Commission toured the facility.  The Larson’s answered questions from the Plan Commission about the facility.  After discussion, a motion was made by Strebe, second by Heideman to recommend approval of the CUP with the following conditions:

Maximum number of adult dogs (over 5 months of age) allowed at the facility is 24. The total number of dogs cannot exceed 24 and includes their personal dogs2.

1. The facility needs to be inspected by the state and have a state approved kennel license.  This license and inspection report must be provided to the County and Local governments for review.

1. All adult dogs must have rabies shots given by a licensed veterinarian and each dog must have a tag attached.

1. The CUP will be reviewed for compliance annually.

1. Restroom facilities must be provided if required by State or Federal statute.

1. Proper disposal of deceased dogs must meet all local, state, and federal regulations.

1. The following construction or improvements must be met by November 1, 2017:

1. Nursery area for mother dogs including sanding and painting of walls and ceiling and laying down of protective flooring.
2. Covered screen area to use as kennel area; replace defective wood, repair cracks in concrete slab, laying five courses of 6-inch block around the base and painting the block, replace the screen with OSB and metal siding, insulation, installation of dog doors from each pen to the adjacent outdoor run, paint all wood, and set powder coated welded wire pens inside.
3. Outdoor kennel runs; removal of trees in the area, concrete slab poured with 4-inch block laid around the outer edge to contain pea gravel.  Slab will be graded to allow run-off of rain with screen along the outer edge to hold the pea gravel.
4. A 12-foot by 12-foot addition constructed on the south for prospective buyers, vet checks and grooming of the dogs.
5. A dumpster set up for either weekly or biweekly waste removal.
6. Gravel will be added to the driveway and parking area by October 2018.

Motion carried. 

The Plan Commission reviewed a request from Steve Bauer for a zoning map change for a 2-acre parcel from Ag Enterprise to Rural Residential Overlay.  Motion by Heideman, second by Strebe to recommend approval of the change.  Motion carried. 

The Plan Commission reviewed a Certified Survey Map for separation of a 2-acre parcel containing a school and cemetery for Ed Borntrager.  Motion by Strebe, second by Bauer to recommend approval of the separation of the parcel with the condition that all grave stones within 63 feet of the centerline of the Zabel Road use flush mount markers.  Motion carried. 

Motion by Bauer, seconded by Strebe to adjourn.  Motion carried. 

Meeting adjourned at 7:38 pm.

Respectfully Submitted,

Dave Heideman

Plan Commission Secretary

 TOWN OF UNION

PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING AGENDA

Notice is hereby given that a Planning Commission Meeting for the Town of Union in the County of Waupaca, State of Wisconsin, for the transaction of business as is by law required or permitted to be transacted at such meeting, will be held at the Union Town Hall on Monday, August 7, 2017 at immediately following an On-Site Inspection held at 5:45 pm.

ON-SITE INSPECTION:

Commercial Animal Facility, Karen and Keith Larson; E5742 School Section Lane, Manawa, WI 54949

OPEN SESSION:

1.) Call meeting to order.

2.) Open meeting statement.

This meeting and all other meetings of this committee are open to the public. Proper notice has been posted in accordance with Wisconsin Statutes so the citizenry may be aware of the time, place and agenda of this meeting.

3.) Review and approve agenda.

4.) Review and approve minutes from previous meeting.

5.) Review and possible action on CUP Application for a Commercial Animal Facility by Karen and Keith Larson. 

6.) Review and possible action on a zoning map change from Ag Enterprise to Rural Residential. 

7.) Review and possible action of separation of school and cemetery parcels. 

8.) Adjourn   



Town of Union Minutes

Town Board Meeting

July 10, 2017

The meeting was called to order by Chairman Roger Henschel at 7:00 p.m. Those present were Sandy Werth, Dave Heideman, Gary Schoen, Roger Henschel, and Sharon Olsen. No residents attended the meeting. The open meeting statement was given by Henschel.

Agenda: Motion by Schoen to approve the agenda as presented, second by Heideman. Motion carried.

Board Meeting Minutes: Minutes of the June 5^th meeting were previously submitted to the board and had been reviewed. Motion by Schoen, second by Heideman, to approve them as written. Motion carried.

Treasurer’s Report: The treasurer’s report was given by Werth. She had received payment for several dog licenses, Welch, Ingalls, Reinhirt, Jobe, Wortz, Maas, Wentworth, and Werth. There are a couple outstanding yet. Motion by Heideman, second by Schoen, to approve the treasurer’s report. Motion carried.  Henschel brought up the topic of the fire dues and fire assessment fees needing to be paid separately. Olsen stated she had prepared the checks as requested.

Disbursements: The disbursements for June were reviewed with checks # 6161 through # 6174 paid for a total amount of $10,353.90. Motion by Schoen, second by Heideman, to approve the prior month’s disbursements as presented. Motion carried.

Liquor, Beer, Cigarette, and Operator Licenses:  Olsen reported she had not received the certificate of completion yet for an operator license application that was submitted and paid for by Union Still. The owner stated she would get it to us prior to the board meeting, but Olsen had not received it so is unable to complete the license. Discussion followed.  The board said to send a letter. Olsen asked about calling the operator. The board said that would be okay. Olsen also reported she has not received a response regarding payment for 10 operator licenses and only nine applications from Still Phil’s. Olsen is not sure if there were supposed to be 10 applications and one is missing or if they wanted a refund. She left voice mail messages and also explained situation when she dropped off all the licenses and spoke with Ryan Roehl, operator working at the time.

Ordinance for Cemeteries: Henschel reported he supplied Attorney Luaters with a copy of the draft ordinance Olsen had updated. He will review the ordinance and get back to Henschel with any recommendations. The county had granted the application for Ed A. and Katie Borntreger for an Outdoor Institutional Cemetery (Amish cemetery) with the following conditions:

1)      The cemetery must follow Wisconsin State Statutes including s. 157.64.

2)      The grave sites are platted and reported annually to the County and Township along with the name and date of death of the deceased.

3)      A point of contact and backup point of contact with contact information are provided to the County and Township and updated with any change.

4)      The school house and cemetery are tied together as a two (2) acre parcel with the area that is a wetland mapped out and no graves sited in the wetland area. This two (2) acre parcel must be created by a Certified Survey map being done on the property.

The ordinance the town is developing will have no bearing on this particular cemetery, and the old owners of plots in the town’s cemeteries will be grandfathered in, but it will apply to new owners and cemeteries developed in the future.

Communications and Public Comments:  Henschel reported there is a tree hanging down on the shed across from Union Still. It is almost touching the power lines. He will contact the power company to see if they will take care of cutting the tree, if not he will contact the county to take care of it. 

Henshel asked if we heard from anyone regarding developing/or being on a committee to do a feasibility study of building a town hall on the property at the ball park, or how we can develop the park to make the most of it. No one heard any comments one way or the other. Discussion followed with the suggestion of including a letter with the real estate tax bills. 

Karen Larson came to the meeting as she wanted to update everyone at the same time on their progress of work completed on their dog facility. She said the whole perimeter is enclosed. They had thoughts of using vinyl but it was cost prohibitive as it would add another $1500 to the bill. They decided to go with plywood as the inside layer. The main fence is out of dog-eared fence panels from Menards. She said it has reduced the noise considerably. They still plan on doing landscaping as well. She stated the county is waiting for the town. Henschel said she should check with the county. He said he wasn’t sure if the county mentioned about having to do an inspection. She said there is some confusion with the county over the grooming area. She stated she does not want other dogs to come in for grooming. She said she will only use the grooming area for her own personal dogs. She informed the board she has been in touch with the state again. The Plan Commission will meet August 7^th at 6:00 p.m. to discuss the dog facility further and to take action, if needed, with the town board meeting to immediately follow. 

Henschel reported the county highway department has started putting in culverts. He also reported he checked the roads and did not find any damage done to the roads during the moving of the barn from Dennison Road to Symco Road. Schoen reported the hole on Pethke Road needs to be filled. It was dug out and stuff was removed from under the road and it needs to be filled again. Walter Strebe had reported to a board member that the double arrow sign by Krueger and Swamp Roads is in good shape but laying in the ditch. The sign will need to be reinstalled. Henschel requested if any one sees any old wooden posts used on signs to note where it is located and let him know If the town replaces some of the old posts here and there, they’ll eventually all be replaced.

Heideman brought up the issue of broadband. He wasn’t sure what that was all about. The purpose of broadband is to give more people faster access to the Internet.

Marilyn Herman had given the board two cemetery deeds for signatures.

Land use permit applications were reviewed for Perry Borntreger, State Road 110, for a new home and two decks, a 21’ x 9’ deck on the rear of the house and an 18’ x 10’ deck on the front of the house; Ed A Borntreger, for two additions to the dwelling, with one addition being 18’ x 11’ and the other 30’ x 28’; and Rolland Young Jr, to build new deck in place of old concrete stairs, new principal structure 16’ x 10’, and an accessory structure 15’ x 20’.

Notice of intent to cut wood products were received from the county for the following land owners: Walter and Robert Ewert for logs and pulp, Robert Ewert et al for logs and pulp in MFL land, Randis and Cheri Marquardt for logs and pulp in MFL land, and Tigerton Lumber Company for logs in MFL land.

Olsen shared she received the 2017 Full Value Notice from the Department of Revenue. The total full value of manufacturing personal property in our municipality as of January 1, 2017 is $2,000.

The Governor’s Conference on Highway Safety will be held August 23-24 at the Radisson Paper Valley Hotel in Appleton. Registration is required by July 15^th.

The Wisconsin Tree Farm Committee 2017 Annual Field Day is Saturday, August 12, and is hosted by Richard and Mary Czaja. Registrations must be received before August 8^th.

Olsen informed the board she received a printed copy of the Waupaca County Zoning Ordinance Chapter 34 (over 100 pages) and the amendments to the Waupaca County Subdivision Ordinance, Chapter 37, (one page) if anyone was interested in reading it or had a need for a printed copy.

Olsen shared again the quote information from Command Central regarding replacing the Eagle (Op-Tech) voting machine which will be obsolete. The decision didn’t have to be made at this meeting; however, a decision will need to be made on whether we will purchase the new ICE machine or the Insight to replace the Eagle.

The town hall septic needs to be pumped prior to August 15^th. Schoen stated he would contact Niemo’s Manawa Septic to do the job.

Bills: Bills for July were reviewed, approved and paid.

Next Meeting:  Next month’s board meeting will be held Monday, August 7th, immediately following the Plan Commission meeting which will begin at 6:00 p.m.  Motion by Schoen, second by Heideman, to adjourn. Motion carried. The meeting was adjourned at 8:30 p.m.

These and all meeting minutes are subject to board approval.

Respectfully Submitted,

Sharon Olsen, Town Clerk



TOWN OF UNION

TOWN BOARD MEETING 

Notice is hereby given that a Town Board Meeting for the Town of Union in the County of Waupaca, State of Wisconsin, for the transaction of business as is by law required or permitted to be transacted at such meeting, will be held at the Union Town Hall in said town on Thursday, July 10, 2017 at 7 PM. 

AGENDA

1.)    Call meeting to order.

2.)    Open meeting statement.

3.)    Review and approve agenda.

4.)    Approve minutes from last meeting.

5.)    Approve treasurer’s report.

6.)    Approve prior month’s disbursements.

7.)    Liquor, beer, cigarette license renewals and operator licenses

8.)    Discuss ordinance for cemeteries, no action will be taken

9.)    Symco park, ball diamond, town hall

10.)  Public comments/communications

11.)  Review and payment of bills.

12.)  Adjourn.

Sharon Olsen, Town Clerk

July 9, 2017

Attendance by members of the Plan Commission may inadvertently make a quorum of the Plan Commission, no action by the commission will take place at this meeting.



Town of Union

Board of Review Minutes

June 13, 2017

Open Book was held from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. The Board of Review was called to order at 6:00 p.m. by Roger Henschel. Those present were Gary Schoen, Roger Henschel, Sharon Olsen, Dave Heideman, and assessors Mike and Kathy of M and K Assessments, LLC. A recording of the meeting was started by M and K Assessments. Motion by Schoen, second by Heideman, to nominate Henschel as chair to preside over the Board of Review.  Motion carried.  Motion by Heideman, second by Henschel, to nominate Schoen as vice chair. Motion carried. 

Henschel asked the standard questions regarding posting, publishing, training, receiving the assessment roll, etc. to which the clerk answered yes to all of them. When Henschel asked if there were any objectors Olsen stated no as no one had contacted her. 

The meeting was held for two hours to meet the requirements for Board of Review. We had no objections. No one other than those listed above attended the Board of Review. 

Motion by Schoen, second by Heideman, to adjourn. Motion passed. Board of Review adjourned at 8:01 p.m.  

Respectfully Submitted,

Sharon Olsen, Town Clerk



Town of Union Minutes

Town Board Meeting

June 5, 2017

The meeting was called to order by Chairman Roger Henschel at 7:12 p.m., following the Plan Commission meeting that began at 6:00 p.m. Those present were Sandy Werth, Dave Heideman, Roger Henschel, Gary Schoen, Sharon Olsen, Ryan Brown, Waupaca County Planning and Zoning Manager, and residents as per sign-in sheet. The open meeting statement was given by Henschel.

Agenda: Motion by Schoen, second by Heideman, to approve the agenda. Motion carried. 

Board Meeting Minutes: Schoen said he read and found the minutes of the prior month’s town board meeting in order and made a motion to approve the minutes as presented, second by Heideman. Motion carried.

Treasurer’s Report: Motion by Heideman to approve the treasurer’s report as presented by Werth, second by Schoen. Motion passed.

Disbursements: The disbursements for May 2017 were reviewed with checks # 6144 through # 6160 paid for a total amount of 25,087.67. Motion by Schoen, second by Heideman, to approve as presented. Motion carried.

Conditional Use Permit:  There wasn’t any action taken by the board on the CUP application by Keith and Karen Larson for a Commercial Animal Facility (dog breeding) in an Agriculture Retention District as the Plan Commission tabled the application until August allowing time for the Larson’s to construct a privacy fence in hopes of decreasing the sound of their dogs’ barking. Schoen asked to inform the county that we need an extension for the CUP. He requested it be noted in the minutes so we have it recorded.

Ordinance for Cemeteries:  Henschel said he spoke with the president of the cemetery association. He also stated we do not need to have an ordinance. There was discussion on an ordinance and it won’t apply to the Amish cemetery as the ordinance wasn’t in place prior to their CUP application.  Olsen had e-mailed a draft copy of the sample cemetery ordinance that was provided in the forms booklet from the state for the board to review. She thought the town board, along with the cemetery board, should review the ordinance and add or delete as necessary so it represents what they feel is appropriate for the town. Henschel said he would talk with Attorney Luaders and Ken Bartel of the cemetery board. Motion by Heideman to table the ordinance until we have more information from the cemetery board and attorney, second by Schoen. Motion carried.

Wentworth Barn Moving: Henschel stated he had a lengthy discussion with the mover, Schuette. The mover informed Henschel he has extra wheels to use due to the bridge on County Road OO.  The mover also said he has enough insurance coverage to cover any damage done to the roads, should it occur. They both agreed the roads should be inspected prior to and after the move to ensure no damage occurred. Marcy Wentworth informed the board State Highway 22 will be “soft-closed.” They want traffic to go Highway 54 to Highway 45. Wentworth stated there will be two company escorts and two police escorts. More tree limbs need to be cut yet to ensure clearance. The plan was to have it done Tuesday night or Wednesday morning.  The board asked Wentworth when the actual move will take place. She stated the date wasn’t set yet. The board and Clerk Olsen told Wentworth that they would need to notify the town of the date and time of the move. She said she would.

Open Book and Board of Review:  Open Book and Board of Review will be held Tuesday, June 13^th. Open Book will be held from 4:00 to 6:00, with Board of Review from 6:00 until 8:00.

Alcohol, Cigarette and Operator Licenses: Olsen presented all of the Class B alcohol and beer, cigarette, and operator licenses for the time period of July 1, 2017 to June 30, 2018 to the board for review and approval. After review and discussion a motion was made by Schoen, second by Heideman, to approve the renewal of Class B liquor and beer licenses for Still Phil’s, Boondocks, Symco Store (Union Still and Grill), Triple O, and Ferg’s Bavarian Village; beer only for Union Thresherman’s Club; renewal of cigarette licenses for Still Phil’s, Boondocks, and Symco Store.

The following operator licenses were approved for: Ferg’s Bavarian Village - Shirley Ferg;  Triple O – Ansley Block, Becky Hagberg, Jeremy Hartwig, Marcia Janke, Melissa Pelky (new), Shelly Schroepfer, and Barbara Schultz; Boondocks – Kylie Berkhahn, Jordan Forseth, Renae Gorges, Randa Greshamer, Kristen Luter, Lisa Madden, Cindy Roman, Ann Schneider, and Regie Wentworth; Still Phil’s – Autumn Fahser, Remiliza Beard (new), Roger Fahser, Jennifer Gutsmiedl, Karmin Heimbruch, Kyler Heimbruch, Ryan Roehl, Susan Schmidt, and Jennifer L Meyer (new);  Symco Store (Union Still and Grill) – Kim Fassbender, Danielle Ferg, and Brittney Hogan; Union Thresherman’s Club – Noah Artz (new), Kristina Casey, Angel Drozd, James Drozd, Amy Elsner, Mickayla Elsner, Randy Elsner, Sheila Fisher, Nicole Gruentzel, William Johnson, Ronald Knuth, Jeanette Kosmerchock (new), Brian Lettau, Sheri Lettau, Carrie Oestreich (new), Eugenia Pamperin, Justin Riesenberg (new), Curt Samson, Paul Timm, Lee Werth, and Steven Young, Jr. An operator application for Symco Store was received for Savannah Lemmens; however, the application could not be approved as she did not submit a copy of her certificate for successfully completing the Responsible Beverage Server Training course or a copy of an operator license within the past two years. Olsen left messages on Kristine Scheid’s phone to which she responded she would get the copy to Olsen when she received it. The board said they would approve the application only if she gets the paperwork to Olsen and the background check is acceptable. Olsen also noted she left a message on Karmin Heimbruch’s phone that she paid for 10 operators but Olsen only received applications for nine. She asked if she wanted a refund or if there is an outstanding application the town needs to receive yet. Olsen has not received a response back yet.

Communications and Public Comments:  Henschel reported there are a couple of trees that need to be removed on Pethke Road. There might be a couple of culverts going in on Pethke Road. Henschel received prices on seal coating. It will cost about $130,000 for blacktopping between Pethke Road and the east end of East River Road. We will see where we stand after that. Olsen received the form from the Waupaca County Highway Department for any planned 2018 projects. The form was given to Henschel to follow-up.

Schoen attended the county public hearing on Thursday, May 4^th regarding the Conditional Use Permit application for an Outdoor Institutional (Amish cemetery) in an Agriculture Enterprise district. The CUP was tabled until they determined if the Town of Union has a cemetery ordinance. 

Henschel attended the Town’s Association quarterly meeting at WCI in Manawa on May 18^th. He reported Representative Kevin Peterson talked about how we can get more money for roads, i.e., toll roads, raise the gas tax, etc.

Communications and Public Comments:  Land use permit applications for Ryan and Melissa Mortensen, Marion, for a 24’ x 32’ new dwelling with attached garage, covered porch, and deck at E5839 Cedar Dam Road and Mark Zitzelsberger, Appleton, for 40’ x 38’ new house at E4933 Deer Lane, were presented to the board by Olsen for review.

A short discussion regarding the visit to New London to see their new voting equipment was had. It was felt if would work best if it could be arranged for Tuesday, June 20^th, in the morning. Sue Tennie will only be available the 12^th  and 13^th, gone for the remainder of the week, and then available the week of the 19^th.

Bills: Bills for June were reviewed, approved and paid.

Next Meeting:  Next month’s board meeting will be held Monday, July 10th, beginning at 7:00 p.m., due to the July 4th holiday. Motion by Schoen, second by Heideman, to adjourn the meeting. Motion carried. The meeting was adjourned at 9:00 p.m.

These and all meeting minutes are subject to board approval.

Respectfully Submitted,

Sharon Olsen, Town Clerk 

 

TOWN OF UNION

TOWN BOARD MEETING

Notice is hereby given that a Town Board Meeting for the Town of Union in the County of Waupaca, State of Wisconsin, for the transaction of business as is by law required or permitted to be transacted at such meeting, will be held at the Union Town Hall in said town on Monday, June 5, 2017 immediately following the Plan Commission meeting that begins at 6:00 P.M. 

AGENDA

1.)    Call meeting to order.

2.)    Open meeting statement.

3.)    Review and approve agenda.

4.)    Approve minutes from last meeting.

5.)    Approve treasurer’s report.

6.)    Approve prior month’s disbursements.

7.)    CUP for Larson’s Commercial Dog Breeding Facility

8.)    Ordinance for cemeteries

9.)    Wentworth barn moving, discussion and possible action

10.)  Update on delinquent dog licenses, possible action to district attorney

11.)  Open Book and Board of Review

12.)  Review and approve liquor, beer, and cigarette license renewals, also new and renewed operator licenses for all six establishments

13.)  Public comments/communications

14.)  Review and payment of bills.

15.)  Adjourn.

Sharon Olsen, Town Clerk

June 1, 2017

Attendance by members of the Plan Commission may inadvertently make a quorum of the Plan Commission, no action by the commission will take place at this meeting.



TOWN OF UNION

PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING

Notice is hereby given that a Planning Commission Meeting for the Town of Union in the County of Waupaca, State of Wisconsin, for the transaction of business as is by law required or permitted to be transacted at such meeting, will be held at the Union Town Hall on Monday, June 5, 2017 at 6:00 PM. 

AGENDA

 1.) Call meeting to order.

 2.) Open meeting statement.

This meeting and all other meetings of this committee are open to the public. Proper notice has been posted in accordance with Wisconsin Statutes so the citizenry may be aware of the time, place and agenda of this meeting.

3.) Review and approve agenda.

4.) Review and approve minutes from previous meetings.

5.) Review and possible action on CUP Application for a Commercial Animal Facility by Karen and Keith Larson.

6.) Adjourn

Town of Union Minutes

Town Board Meeting

May 1, 2017

The meeting was called to order by Chairman Roger Henschel at 6:20 p.m., immediately following the public hearing. Those present were Roger Henschel, Gary Schoen, Dave Heideman, Sharon Olsen, residents Kelly Ramstack and Marcy Wentworth, and Ryan Brown, Director of the Waupaca County Zoning Department. The open meeting statement was given by Henschel.

Agenda: Motion by Schoen to approve the agenda, second by Heideman. Motion carried.  

Board Meeting Minutes: Minutes of the prior month’s town board meeting were reviewed. Schoen said a correction needed to be made as the minutes listed he was “on the ballot.”  It should be corrected to Schoen “was a certified write-in candidate” as his name was not on the ballot. Motion by Heideman, second by Schoen, to approve the minutes with the correction being made.  Motion carried.

Treasurer’s Report: The treasurer’s report was tabled until the arrival of Werth.

Disbursements: The disbursements for April 2017 were reviewed with checks # 6123 through # 6143 paid for a total amount of $9,823.23. Motion by Schoen, second by Heideman, to approve as presented. Motion carried.

Discuss and Review Public Hearing: Item #7 on the agenda was amended to include Larry Fietzer’s parcel 19 18 24. Olsen read Resolution 2017-1 by the Plan Commission approving the amendment to the Comprehensive Plan to include the expansion of several parcels into Farmland Preservation and on the Town’s Preferred Land use Map; and after reviewing every element of the town’s Comprehensive Plan it stated they made the necessary revisions to make the plan current.

Ordinance 2017-1: Motion by Schoen, second by Heideman, for the town to adopt Ordinance 2017-1 approving Resolution 2017-1 as presented. Motion carried.

Approval of Rezoning: Motion by Heideman, second by Schoen, to approve the rezoning of parcel 19 19 42 and 19 18 23 from Agricultural Woodland Transition (AWT) to Agriculture Retention (AR). Motion passed.

Land Use Application by Daniel Wentworth and Moving Structure: The town received a land use application by Daniel Wentworth. Henschel asked Marcy Wentworth where things stand on the matter. She stated a pole would need to be moved at the end of the driveway and the power company doesn’t do that. Henschel stated they would do it but would charge for doing it. Wentworth said the company can charge what they want. Henschel reported he spoke with the county and the DOT earlier today. The county didn’t like the rerouting of traffic on County Road T, that there is too much traffic on Highway 22 for T to handle. Marcy said they spoke with someone from the DOT and they were new at their job and have never done this before. Henschel stated the town has to be careful with the roads in early spring, especially with the rainy weather we have been having. He also stated there are farmers that have to obtain permits and are limited as well. Questions were raised by the board – What kind of equipment does the mover have? How many tires on the trailer to support the structure? Does the mover have insurance or a performance bond to cover any damage, if any, to the roads? Wentworth didn’t know the answers and called her husband. She put him on speaker phone. Dan had questioned if the time of day would make a difference? He stated it would probably be a night-time project. Schoen asked Dan to ask the mover the

total weight, how many axels, and width of the wheels. The movers are Schuette’s out of the Merrill/Wausau area. Marcy said the company has been in business for 40 to 50 years and she knows they have moved an eight-unit apartment building. Dan Wentworth was going to contact the movers and get back to us if he was able to connect with them.

Treasurer’s Report: Werth arrived and gave her report. She stated the balance in the checking account was $223,927.85. She said the county had direct deposited $455.32 and $6,079.48 but she didn’t know what it was for. There were four town hall rentals in the month of April and she collected for several dog licenses. She said she was going to mail out letters to the delinquent residents that have not paid for their dog license.

Road Update and Spring Road Tour:  Henschel reported all pot holes were supposedly patched. He stated there were a couple of roads – Voss Road and Schultz Road – that had road materials (gravel) put on them. Henschel said he will get prices to black top and seal coat. He said he heard there will be some employees leaving the county for different reasons. Not sure where that will leave road work being completed. Henschel will be talking to Fahner as there is some crack sealing and seal coating that needs to be done.

The spring road tour was completed. They found a TV and toilet in the ditch on Jossie Road. Henschel said he received a call from the sheriff’s department regarding that. The items have been removed from the ditch and properly disposed. The guys will be putting up some signs in the near future. Schoen had completed the road tour report and submitted copies to the board. He will get a copy to the clerk.

Open Book and Board of Review: Henschel contacted M & K Assessments to see what dates they had available. It was determined we would have Open Book and Board of Review on Tuesday, June 13^th. Open book will be held from 4:00 – 6:00 p.m., with the Board of Review immediately following from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. at the town hall.

Land Use Application by Daniel Wentworth Continued:  Marcy reported on the footings, north wall, etc. They can use some of the existing footings. She stated taking the barn on Dennison Road apart and moving it would be very labor intensive and cost prohibitive. It has laminate rafters. Marcy said the contract is with Gelhar and Wentworth’s are to have the barn moved this month.  She measured State Highway 22 and stated it was 30’ wide where she measured it and one shoulder was 7’ wide and the other shoulder was 6’ wide. More discussion followed. What about the small bridge on O? Wentworth said she thought they would clear the bridge – that the trailer would be set higher as they have to put it on the walls which are eight feet and she didn’t think the movers would raise the structure after they got to their farm. After more discussion it was determined to take action on just the land use permit application. The board stated they didn’t have an issue with putting a barn on the site indicated on the application but needed more information before approving the moving of the barn from the property on Dennison Road to Symco Road on town roads. Motion by Heideman, second by Schoen, to approve the land use permit application to replace the barn that was lost by fire. Motion passed.

Alcohol, Cigarette and Operator Licenses: Olsen stated she distributed the renewal license applications for beer and liquor, cigarette, and operator licenses either in person or by mail. A letter was included in the packet stating the deadline to receive them back, with payment, is May 20th. She said she offered to be at the town hall as well as arranging a different time if they so needed. They were to contact her to make arrangements.

Communications and Public Comments:  Schoen stated there will be a county public hearing on Thursday, May 4^th at 10:30. The Conditional Use Permit application for an Outdoor Institutional (Amish cemetery) in an Agriculture Enterprise district is on the agenda. Schoen will attend the public hearing.

Henschel reported he received a copy of the final notice sent to Keith and Karen Larson on School Section Lane.  He also stated Fugleberg’s on County Road OO will probably be erecting a shed to store their vehicles. Olsen commented one of the Land Use Permit Applications she was going to route for review is one submitted for them.

Henschel reported the Town’s Association quarterly meeting will be held at WCI in Manawa on May 18^th.  The presentation will be by Attorney Rick Manthe from WTA. There is an earlier start time of 6:30.

Olsen reported she received a call from Marilyn Herman, secretary of the cemetery board. Herman was unable to attend the meeting tonight and said we could discuss cemetery lots, information on the website, etc at our June meeting.

Land Use Application by Daniel Wentworth Continued:  Marcy Wentworth informed the board she had received information back.  The trailer that will be used for moving the structure has 14 axels, four tires on each axle, and has a carrying capacity of 17,000 pounds on each axle, for a total of 238,000 pounds or 119 tons. Schoen stated they must have a steering mechanism on the rear axle and may be on each axle. The board did not take any action on approving the moving of the structure on town roads until they obtain further information regarding insurance, the route to be used for detouring of traffic during the move, whether the county and state approvals were received, etc

Communications and Public Comments:  Land use permit applications for David Paters, N7645 W River Rd, Manawa, for a 10’ x 8’ garden shed and Mark Fugleberg, N9151 County Road OO, Clintonville, for a 30’ x 45’ shed were presented by Olsen for review.

A Notice of Intent to Cut Wood Products for Jack Schuelke, N7959 East River Road, Manawa, was routed for review.

Olsen reported she had e-mailed M & K Assessment, LLC, regarding the updating of a contract but has not received a reply back.

Olsen received an e-mail from County Clerk Jill Lodewegen informing her Command Central will be at the courthouse June 21 – 22 for preventative maintenance on the election equipment. All items must be taken to the courthouse prior to these dates. A short discussion regarding the visit to New London to see their new voting equipment was had. It was felt if it couldn’t be done next week to wait a few weeks until after planting was done, etc.

Bills: Bills for May were reviewed, approved and paid.

Possible Closed Session:  The board did not go in to closed session.

Next Meeting:  Next month’s board meeting will be held Monday, June 5th, beginning at 7:00 p.m.  Motion by Schoen, second by Heideman, to adjourn the meeting. Motion carried. The meeting was adjourned at 7:54 p.m.

These and all meeting minutes are subject to board approval.

Respectfully Submitted,

Sharon Olsen, Town Clerk



TOWN OF UNION

PUBLIC HEARING

MAY 1, 2017

6:00 P.M.

The public hearing was called to order by Chairman Roger Henschel at 6:04 p.m. Those present were Roger Henschel, Gary Schoen, Dave Heideman, Sharon Olsen, residents Kelly Ramstack and Marcy Wentworth, and Ryan Brown, Director of the Waupaca County Zoning Department. The open meeting statement was given by Henschel. A notice of the hearing was published and posted. Henschel gave guidelines to instruct those in attendance on how the hearing would be conducted. He stated the purpose of the hearing was to hear comments from the public regarding an amendment to the comprehensive plan to change the land use designation of parcel numbers 19 19 42 and 19 18 23 from Agricultural and Woodland Transition (AWT) to Agriculture Retention (AR) so they would be eligible to be included in Farmland Preservation; inclusion of several parcels in to Farmland Preservation; and the revisions made to the town’s 2030 Comprehensive Plan to update it to the 2040 Comprehensive Plan.

We did not receive any completed Comment Registration forms to indicate anyone wished to speak and we did not receive any written comments prior to the hearing.

Ryan Brown questioned if Larry Fietzer had contacted anyone regarding his outstanding parcel that is not in Farmland Preservation. He remembered that Larry had wanted to put it in Farmland Preservation. He said the parcel would not have to be rezoned. No one on the board had heard from Mr. Fietzer. Brown and Schoen reviewed the Farmland Preservation map as well as the tax roll to determine which parcel it was and determined it was parcel 19 18 24 on Swamp Road.

Chairman Henschel asked three times if anyone had any comments in favor of the amendment and there was no response. He asked three times if anyone had any comments in opposition of the amendment and, again, there was no response. He asked if there was anyone that wanted to speak. There was no response. Having no comments Henschel declared the hearing closed at 6:18 p.m.

Respectfully Submitted,

Sharon Olsen, Clerk



TOWN OF UNION

TOWN BOARD MEETING 

Notice is hereby given that a Town Board Meeting for the Town of Union in the County of Waupaca, State of Wisconsin, for the transaction of business as is by law required or permitted to be transacted at such meeting, will be held at the Union Town Hall in said town on Monday, May 1, 2017, immediately following the public hearing that begins at 6 PM. 

AGENDA

1.)    Call meeting to order.

2.)    Open Meeting statement.

3.)    Review and approve agenda.

4.)    Approve minutes from last meeting.

5.)    Approve treasurer’s report.

6.)    Approve prior month’s disbursements.

7.)    Discuss and review public hearing. Possible action on proposed rezoning of parcel 19 19 42 from Agricultural and Woodland Transition (AWT) to Agriculture Retention (AR) in order to qualify for Farmland Preservation; inclusion of parcels 19 19 12, 19 19 13, 19 19 14 and 19 18 23    in to Farmland Preservation; Town’s Updated/Revised Comprehensive Plan

8.)    Land Use Permit Application by Daniel Wentworth and regarding moving barn from Dennison Road to Symco Road

9.)    Updates on roads and spring road tour report

10.)  Board of Review

11.)  Alcohol, cigarette and operator licenses (no action to be taken)

12.)  Public comments/communications

13.)  Review and payment of bills.

14.)  Possible closed session

15.)  Adjourn. 

Sharon Olsen, Town Clerk

April 28, 2016 

Attendance by members of the Plan Commission may inadvertently make a quorum of the Plan Commission, no action by the commission will take place at this meeting. 

TOWN OF UNION

PUBLIC HEARING 

Notice is hereby given that a Public Hearing will be held at the Union Town Hall located at E6592 State Road 22, Bear Creek, in the County of Waupaca, State of Wisconsin, as is by law required, for the purpose of taking public comments regarding the revisions made to update the town’s comprehensive plan and to rezone parcel number 19 19 42 from Agricultural and Woodland Transition (AWT) to Agriculture Retention (AR) in order to qualify for Farmland Preservation and to include parcel numbers 19 19 12, 19 19 13, 19 19 14, and 19 18 23 in to Farmland Preservation. The hearing will be held at the Town Hall in said town on Monday, May 1st, 2017 at 6 PM with the May Town Board meeting to immediately follow. 

AGENDA

1.)    Call public hearing to order.

2.)    Open Meeting statement.

3.)    General guidelines

4.)    Public comments

5.)    Calling three times of any further comments

6.)    Adjourn. 

Sharon Olsen, Town Clerk 

April 28, 2017 

Attendance by members of the Plan Commission and Town Board may inadvertently make a quorum of the Plan Commission and/or the Town Board, no action by the commission or board will take place at this hearing.

TOWN OF UNION

ANNUAL TOWN MEETING

MINUTES

 April 18, 2017                                                                                                Union Town Hall, Symco 

Chairman Roger Henschel called the annual meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. Board members present were Dave Heideman, Gary Schoen, and Roger Henschel. Also in attendance were Sandra Werth, treasurer, Sharon Olsen, clerk, and seven residents per sign-in sheet. Olsen noted that prior to the start of the meeting we needed to determine how a vote would be cast if there were any motions made. It was agreed that votes would be cast by a show of hands.  

Clerk Olsen read the minutes of the May 2, 2016 annual meeting. A motion was made by Ruth Schoen to accept the minutes as read, second by Geri Henschel. Motion carried with 12 ayes, 0 nays.  

The annual clerk’s financial report was given by Olsen. Olsen read and explained the revenues and expenditures for the year. She asked if anyone had any questions. There were none. Werth gave the beginning and ending balances as listed on the report. A motion was made by Myrtle Kutchenriter to accept the financial report as presented, second by Marilyn Herman. Motion carried with 12 ayes, 0 nays.  

Lawn Mowing for 2017: There were issues at the April 3^rd meeting that prevented a determination being made as to who would mow the lawn this year. We received notices of interest in doing the job from Artie Pethke and Donald Prill. Olsen read both out loud. There was discussion that followed, including whether they had dependable mowers, if they had previously mowed for the town, that the lawns only needed to be mowed if they needed it and not just to mow all three locations every week, if they completed the nine-point questionnaire for the town’s insurance carrier, etc. A motion was made by Pat Wightman, second by Ruth Schoen, to have Artie Pethke mow the lawns for the 2017 season. Motion carried with 12 ayes and 0 nays. Artie will be paid $45 per mowing at the town hall, $45 per mowing at the ball park, and $20 per mowing at School Section Lake. Gary Schoen stated he would call Artie Pethke and let him know. Olsen will also send a follow-up letter.  

Discussion on the ball park:  Roger Henschel brought up the subject of the ball park in Symco. He stated the concession stand was remodeled and hasn’t been opened up in the past year. He said it has a new roof on it. He was wondering what we could do so that people would utilize it again. In the past St Mark Lutheran Church had used it, as well as Boondocks. Michelle Nemmetz suggested a shelter would help. A discussion followed. Gary Schoen mentioned there was already a septic system and well at the location. Roger Henschel asked that everyone think about it. If anyone has any ideas they should present them to the board.  Marilyn Herman said we should have a strategic plan. She suggested there should be a committee made-up of town residents, not just the board, to determine how it can be used and to develop the bigger picture. Roger Henschel stated we could put the item on the agenda for the board and get a committee together to discuss and obtain options at the ball park. Pat Wightman stated he would be willing to be on the committee to help someone. The project could also be done in stages. It could also include a new town hall built on the property at the ball park and sell the current one. Roger Henschel said he wasn’t saying we needed a new town hall, but just something to think about.  

Public Input: When asked if there were any more public comments, no one offered any.  

2018 Annual Meeting: A motion was made by Myrtle Kutchenriter, second by Geri Henschel, to hold the 2018 annual meeting on Tuesday, April 17, 2018. Motion carried with 12 ayes, 0 nays.  

A motion was made by Pat Wightman, second by Louie Kutchenriter, to adjourn the meeting. Motion carried with 12 ayes, 0 nays. The meeting adjourned at 7:45 p.m.  

ATTEST:

/s/ Sharon R Olsen, Town of Union Clerk 

Posted:  April 20, 2018

TOWN OF UNION

NOTICE OF ANNUAL MEETING

The annual meeting for the Town of Union will be held, Tuesday, April 18, 2017 at 7:00 p.m. at Union Town Hall, E6592 State Road 22, Bear Creek WI. 

Agenda 

Call to order

Installation of elected officials

Approve minutes from 2016 Annual Meeting

Approve annual financial reports

Action needed on 2017 lawn mowing as it was tabled at April 3^rd meeting

Discussion on ball park

Public input

Set date for 2018 Annual Meeting

Adjourn  

Sharon Olsen, Town Clerk

Posted April 13, 2017



Town of Union Minutes

Town Board Meeting

April 3, 2017 

The meeting was called to order by Chairman Roger Henschel at 7:07 p.m. Those present were Gary Schoen, Dave Heideman, Roger Henschel, Sandra Werth, Sharon Olsen, guest Ryan Brown, Waupaca County Zoning Manager, and residents as per sign-in sheet. The open meeting statement was given by Henschel. 

Agenda: The agenda was reviewed. The agenda was posted on the town’s website as well as posted on the town hall door. Motion by Schoen, second by Heideman, to approve the agenda as presented. Motion carried.  

Board Meeting Minutes: Minutes of the March 6^th town board meeting were reviewed. Motion made by Schoen to approve the minutes as written, second by Heideman. Motion carried. 

Treasurer’s Report: The treasurer’s report was given by Werth. Olsen interjected that the previous month’s report listed there were no outstanding checks but there was one check for $5.00 that was outstanding. She also mentioned some previous receipts that were listed as deposited in one month but were not deposited until the following month. The account did reconcile. Motion by Heideman, second by Schoen, to approve the treasurer’s report as presented. Motion carried. 

Disbursements: The disbursements for March 2017 were reviewed with checks # 6103 through 6122 paid for a total amount of $24,097.11. Motion by Schoen, second by Heideman, to approve the report as given. Motion carried. 

Conditional Use Permit for Amish Cemetery, Parcels Rezoned, and Public Hearing: Dave Heideman spoke on the Plan Commission’s recommendations to the town regarding the cemetery. The Outdoor Institutional Cemetery is to be located on parcel 19 28 32 in section 28 of the Town of Union. Their conditions include:

1. They must follow Wisconsin State Statutes, including s. 157.63.
2. The grave sites are platted and reported annually to the county and township along with the name and date of death of the deceased.
3. A point of contact and backup point of contact with contact information are provided to the county and township and updated with any change.
4. The school house and cemetery are tied together as a two acre parcel with the area that is a wetland mapped out and no graves sited in the wetland area.

Ryan Brown informed the board that he spoke with the county’s GIS coordinator, Eon, and Eon told him he has never received documentation regarding the cemeteries in Waupaca County. Marilyn Herman, secretary/treasurer of the Town of Union Cemetery Board, stated she gets the letter from Eon and she completes the report and returns it to the county. She stated we have to pay for it. It was reported Joe Glodowski, from Glodowski and Rosicki of Plover, surveyed the town’s cemeteries a few years ago. The town and Ryan Brown both want to be sure who does the reporting to whom. Brown stated he will check with Donna Andraschko to inquire if she has anything to do with the cemetery reporting. Schoen commented if the town is paying for a service they should be getting that service.    

After the discussion was done Marilyn Herman asked if the town is not going to require a vault. Chairman Henschel stated it was not included in the recommendations by the Plan Commission. Olsen stated the town could add that as a condition if they wanted. Ryan Brown agreed and stated they could add their own conditions. After more discussion, Henschel asked Olsen to add to the conditions that the town would require a vault to use with each burial, as it is best practice but not state statute.  Ed Borntrager, the petitioner listed on the Waupaca County Conditional Use Application, asked if the town was recommending a vault or requiring one. Henschel said the town would require a vault; however, the town is under the county zoning and the final decision would be up to the county. He said the county will do an on-site visit prior to making their decision. 

The Plan Commission recommended parcels 19 19 12, 19 19 13, 19 19 14, and 19 19 42 owned by Jeffrey W Pethke, Et Al and parcel 19 19 23 owned by Duane and Shirley Wegener be included in to Farmland Preservation. Parcels 19 19 42 and 19 19 23 need to be rezoned before they can qualify to be placed in FP. Olsen read the letter she prepared to send to the two property owners. The information regarding the two parcels that need to be rezoned will be added to the letters before mailing them. A discussion took place regarding the parcels. Motion by Heideman, second by Schoen, to recommend to the county to rezone the two parcels so they qualify for Farmland Preservation. Motion carried. 

A public hearing will be held on May 1, 2017 at 6:00 p.m. to take comments from the public regarding the parcels and also the proposed revisions to the town’s Comprehensive Plan. 

Spring Road Tour and Road Work:  The board will be doing their annual road tour on April 20^th. They will meet at the town hall parking lot at 8:00 a.m. Henschel reported they patched a few holes already on Symco Road. They’ll determine what work needs to be done on town roads after completing the road tour. He stated we spent about $20,000 more on road maintenance this year. Weight limit restrictions were removed at 12:01 a.m. today, April 3^rd. 

Spring Election:  The spring election will be held on April 4^th. Geri Henschel will be the chief inspector. Gary Schoen can not serve as the chief inspector as he is on the ballot and neither can Mary Riesenberg as she will be on vacation. The poll workers will be Myrtle Kutchenriter, Dorothy Janke, Donna Krueger, and Lois Riske. According to the polls on television, they are predicting a 15 to 18% turnout. Included in this election is the State Superintendent of Public Instruction, the judicial section which covers three contests, the local municipality, as well as positions in all three school districts. The Clintonville School District also has a referendum requesting permission to borrow not more than $24,900,000 to construct and equip a new elementary school on the existing Rexford-Longfellow school site. Olsen noted the ballots have written across the bottom “Page 1 of 2-sided ballot.”  The only ballot that is two-sided is the Clintonville School Districts ballots due to the referendum. 

Olsen reported she received an e-mail today, April 3^rd, from the county stating they had a caller that complained she, the clerk, had told someone she was out of absentee ballots and they couldn’t vote. The caller questioned as to how to file a complaint. Olsen stated she wanted to clarify that she never received a request where she informed them she was out of ballots and they could not vote. She said that was an outright lie. She reported she had someone complete an absentee ballot in person on Saturday, as well as someone returning an absentee ballot to her in person on Sunday. She said she stayed at home all weekend so she could take absentee voters. She also informed everyone that if she were ever out of absentee ballots she could have used a regular ballot. She requested that if anyone heard anything regarding this to please set the record straight as it never happened. 

2017 Lawn Mowing:  There were two proposals received for the 2017 mowing season. Donald Prill submitted a price of $48 for each mowing of the town hall, $48 for each at the ball park, and $30 for each  time at School Section Lake. Artie Pethke submitted a price of $45 for the town hall, $45 for the ball park, and $20 for each mowing at School Section Lake. It also listed “total $110.00 a week.” The board had questioned the $110 per week, as sometimes not all three locations have to be mowed. Depending on the weather, there may be some weeks where mowing won’t have to be completed at all. Schoen called Pethke for clarification however he reached his voice mail. Pethke did return his call and clarified his prices. He also reported he has State Farm and will check with them to get a certificate of liability for the town. Also, both will have to complete the Nine Point Questionnaire by Rural Insurance before a decision will be made. It was determined to table the item of lawn mowing to be addressed at the annual meeting on April 18^th. 

Annual Meeting: The annual meeting will be on April 18^th at 7:00 p.m. Per state statutes (see s. 60.11(5)) no public notice is required if it is held on the third Tuesday in April. The notice will be placed on the town hall door as well as the town’s website. 

Public Comments and Communications:  Henschel said he received a copy of the letter from the county zoning office to Mark and Becky Fugelberg on County Road OO. They had already received a letter dated June 9, 2006 regarding the same issue. They also built a structure without a permit. They are to reply to the county by April 15^th. 

Emergency testing will be done on Thursday, April 20^th, for tornado and severe weather.  

Dave Heideman reported on his trip to Madison for Capitol Day. He was the only one in attendance from Waupaca County. He met with State Senator Luther Olson and Representative Kevin Peterson. One of the topics was lack of funding for transportation. Heideman said 73% of roads are rural roads and receive the least in funding. Another topic was lack of volunteers for EMTs. They are thinking of a possible income tax credit to attract more EMTs. 

As discussed at last month’s meeting, Olsen shared the copy of the contract with M & K Assessments, LLC. It was signed December 4, 2000 There was an addendum dated December 2, 2003 regarding salary charged, and an addendum dated September 6, 2005 replacing the name of Bazile Assessment Service with M&K Assessment Service, LLC. The board requested Olsen contact them about updating the contract. 

Walter Strebe reported there are two dips on Flater Road on the east side. He said Stoney Ridge also has a dip on the hill. He told the board they will see it when they do their road tour. 

Bills: Bills for April were reviewed, approved and paid. 

Next Meeting:  The next town board meeting will be held Monday, May 1st, following the public hearing which begins at 6:00 p.m. 

Motion by Schoen, second by Heideman, to adjourn the meeting. Motion carried. The meeting was adjourned at 8:35 p.m. 

These and all meeting minutes are subject to board approval. 

Respectfully Submitted, 

Sharon Olsen, Town Clerk  

Town of Union

Plan Commission

Meeting Minutes

                                                                                                                                                                April 3, 2017                                                                                                                         Union Town Hall  

Members Present:  Gary Schoen, Dave Heideman, Steve Bauer, Mike Janke and Walter Strebe.

Other Present:  Ryan Brown, Waupaca County Planning and Zoning Director and other residents as per a sign-in sheet. 

Chair Schoen called the meeting to order at 6:30 pm and read the opening meeting statement. 

Motion by Strebe, second by Bauer to approve the agenda.  Motion carried. 

The Plan Commission reviewed parcels of land that would like to be included in farmland preservation.  Two of the parcels would need to be rezoned out of Agriculture and Woodland Transition (AWT) to be eligible for farmland preservation.  Motion by Strebe to recommend the rezoning of parcels 19 19 42 and 19 18 23 from AWT to Agriculture Retention (AR). Seconded by Bauer.  Motion carried. 

Copies of the marked-up Town of Union Year 2040 Comprehensive Plan were provided by Schoen.  The Plan Commission did an overall review of the changes to the plan.  A vision statement was added to the plan.  A public hearing to review the plan will be held on May 1 at 6:00 pm. 

Motion by Janke, seconded by Bauer to adjourn.  Motion carried. 

Meeting adjourned at 7:00 pm. 

Respectfully Submitted,

Dave Heideman

Plan Commission Secretary 

TOWN OF UNION

TOWN BOARD MEETING 

Notice is hereby given that a Town Board Meeting for the Town of Union in the County of Waupaca, State of Wisconsin, for the transaction of business as is by law required or permitted to be transacted at such meeting, will be held at the Union Town Hall in said town on Monday, April 3, 2017 at 7 PM. 

AGENDA

1.)    Call meeting to order.

2.)    Open Meeting statement.

3.)    Review and approve agenda.

4.)    Approve minutes from last meeting.

5.)    Approve treasurer’s report.

6.)    Approve prior month’s disbursements.

7.)    CUP Amish Cemetery, action to be taken

8.)    Comprehensive Plan Revisions, Parcels rezoned, and Public Hearing

9.)    Road updates and spring road tour

10.)  April 4th election

11.)  2017 lawn mowing

12.)  Annual meeting

13.)  Public comments/communications

14.)  Review and payment of bills.

15.)  Adjourn.

Sharon Olsen, Town Clerk

March 31, 2016

Attendance by members of the Plan Commission may inadvertently make a quorum of the Plan Commission, no action by the commission will take place at this meeting.



TOWN OF UNION

PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING

Notice is hereby given that a Planning Commission Meeting for the Town of Union in the County of Waupaca, State of Wisconsin, for the transaction of business as is by law required or permitted to be transacted at such meeting, will be held at the Union Town Hall on Monday, April 3, 2017 at 6:30 PM.

 AGENDA

 1.) Call meeting to order.

 2.) Open meeting statement.

This meeting and all other meetings of this committee are open to the public. Proper notice has been posted in accordance with Wisconsin Statutes so the citizenry may be aware of the time, place and agenda of this meeting.

 3.) Review and approve agenda.

 4.) Review of parcels for rezoning for farmland preservation.

 5.) Final review of Comprehensive Plan

 6.) Adjourn

Town of Union

Plan Commission

Meeting Minutes

                                                                                                                                                             March 7, 2017                                                                                                                         Union Town Hall

Members Present:  Gary Schoen, Dave Heideman, Steve Bauer, Mike Janke and Walter Strebe.  Other Present:  Ryan Brown, Waupaca County Planning and Zoning Director and other residents as per a sign-in sheet. 

Chair Schoen called the meeting to order at 6:00 pm and read the opening meeting statement. 

Motion by Bauer, second by Strebe to approve the agenda.  Motion carried. 

Heideman read the minutes from the February 14, 2017 Plan Commission meeting.  Motion by Janke, second by Bauer to approve the minutes.  Motion carried. 

The Plan Commission reviewed an application for an Outdoor Institutional Cemetery to be used by the Amish community.  Resident Ed A. Borntreger presented a book that had been used by Amish at another cemetery.  It displayed the plots on a map along with the name of the deceased, date of birth and death and in some cases the cause of death.  He said they would make a similar book for this cemetery.

Marilyn Herman, Secretary-Treasurer of the Union Cemetery Association explained some of the regulations for cemeteries that are required by state ordinances.  Ken Bartel, President of the Union Cemetery Association stated they had an annual meeting of the association each year.  Ryan Brown, Waupaca County Planning and Zoning Director looked up Wisconsin State Statutes that regulate cemeteries. 

After a discussion about the requirements for a cemetery within the township a motion was made by Heideman;  Recommend approval of the Outdoor Institutional Cemetery CUP on a 2 acre parcel on the NW ¼ of the SW ¼ of Section 28, Town of Union with the following conditions:

• The cemetery must follow Wisconsin State Statutes including s. 157.63.
• The grave sites are platted and reported annually to the county and township along with the name and date of death of the deceased.
• A point of contact and backup point of contact with contact information are provided to the county and township and updated with any change.
• The school house and cemetery are tied together as a 2 acre parcel with the area that is a wetland mapped out and no graves sited in the wetland area.

Second by Strebe.  After further discussion, motion carried.  The town recommendation form will be completed and passed along to the Town Board. 

Several parcels withing the township were reviewed that would like to be included into Farmland Preservation.  The Plan Commission recommended the following parcels be included in Farmland Preservation; 19 19 12, 19 19 13, 19 19 14, 19 19 42, 18 36 14, and 19 18 23. 

The Plan Commission reviewed and discussed element 9; Implementation, of the Town's Comprehensive Plan.  The Plan Commission provided input as to possible changes to the Plan.  A copy of the Plan was “marked up” with possible changes.  This completed a review of the Comprehensive Plan.  Motion by Bauer to adopt a resolution to make a recommendation to approve the recommended changes to the Comprehensive Plan to the Town Board. Second by Strebe.  Motion carried.

Motion by Janke, seconded by Strebe to adjourn.  Motion carried. 

Meeting adjourned at 8:45 pm.  

Respectfully Submitted,

Dave Heideman

Plan Commission Secretary



Town of Union Minutes

Town Board Meeting

March 6, 2017 

The meeting was called to order by Chairman Roger Henschel at 6:00 p.m. Those present were Sandy Werth, Dave Heideman, Gary Schoen, Roger Henschel, Sharon Olsen, residents and guests as per sign-in sheet. The open meeting statement was given by Henschel. 

Agenda: The agenda was reviewed. Motion by Schoen, second by Heideman, to approve the agenda as presented. Motion carried.  

Board Meeting Minutes: Minutes of the February 6th meeting were reviewed. Henschel noted that in the section regarding the road right-of-way where it listed 33’ it should be corrected to four-rod road. Motion by Schoen, second by Heideman, to approve the minutes with the correction by Henschel. Motion carried. 

Treasurer’s Report: The treasurer’s report was given by Werth. The checking account balance is $223,403.57. There are no outstanding checks. Motion by Heideman, second by Schoen, to approve the treasurer’s report as presented. Motion carried. 

Disbursements: The disbursements for February 2017 were reviewed with checks # 6084 through 6102 paid for a total amount of $33,439.26. Motion by Schoen, second by Heideman, to approve the report as presented. Motion carried. 

Town Hall Enclosed Bulletin Board/Sign as Eagle Scout Project:  Ben Olsen, Troop Unit Number 59 of the Bay Lakes Council, presented his proposal for an Eagle Scout service project. He handed out a printed copy of the proposal, along with explaining the project. The print out included a list of the materials needed with a preliminary cost estimate of $575.00 for the materials. Olsen will have the assistance of other scouts and family members to assist with the project. He hopes to begin the project by April 1^st with a completion date of the end of May or sooner. After Olsen answered questions from the floor, Schoen made a motion to proceed and to provide funds for the exterior bill board project. Second by Heideman. Motion carried. A resident had suggested having a drawing of the project available for residents to see when they came to vote at the April election. She also suggested having a donation box in the event some people would like to contribute to the project. 

Clintonville School District Referendum: Jim Dins, President of the Clintonville School District Board of Education, attended the meeting to explain the referendum that will be on the ballot for the April 4^th election. A committee of community members had been working diligently with Myron Construction to determine whether it would be best to remodel or build a new elementary school. Myron Construction had developed four or five available options. It would cost around 19 million dollars to remodel. Dins stated some wanted to save the 1912 building because of memories. Henschel said he was more concerned with the rating of education that was given to the school. Dins explained that it was the poor grades and the non-college bound students at the high school that brought down the rating. He said the elementary and middle schools got satisfactory grades. Dins explained that it would be interest only that would be paid for the first five years as they still have payments on the high school. He stated the interest rates are still favorable. They are predicting 20% less in maintenance, such as heating and cooling, with a new school. He left brochures for the board, as well as some extras to have on display at the election. 

Wisconsin Towns Association District Meeting:  Schoen, Heideman, and Olsen attended the meeting in Stevens Point. Heideman said he thought it was a very good meeting. One of the topics was funding through The Board of Commissioners of Public Lands, if we should ever need a loan to build a new town hall, roads, etc. Another topic that was covered was Assessment Fundamentals with a Focus on Annual Assessment  Report, assessors and the role the town plays. Olsen will send an e-mail to M & K Assessments, LLC to inquire as to whether or not we have an actual contract with them. The final topic was Top 10 Road Law Questions, which included weight limit law. 

Spring Election:  The spring election will be held April 4^th. The chief inspector will be Geri Henschel and there will be four poll workers assisting her at the election. It will still be necessary for the voter to state their full name and address, show their photo ID, and sign the poll book prior to voting. 

Road Work:  Schoen stated he attended the WTA meeting in Manawa. Sheriff Hardel was a presenter and said he has four officers on duty and enforcing weight limits is not high on their priority list. Henschel stated our township is kind of protected by county roads and they don’t travel our roads if the county roads have weight limits on. Schoen also stated Hardel reported we have 2.4 officers per 100 people. We rank 67^th out of 72 counties for sheriff coverage. Very few officers are trained in weight limits. Machinery is getting bigger and bigger these days and they are tougher on our roads. 

Fire and Ambulance:  Henschel reported everything is okay for now, nothing new to report

Public Comments and Communications:  Schoen reported the Plan Commission will be meeting on March 7^th. They have the Amish cemetery on the agenda but he isn’t sure if they have all their information assembled. There is a two-acre minimum for a certified survey map. 

Olsen had received the delegation of authority form from Building Inspector Paul Hanlon for the town to sign for him to be authorized on our behalf as it relates to the implementation of 2015 Wisconsin Act 211 by the Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services. The building permits now need to be electronically submitted to the state by the building inspector. 

Olsen routed the Town of Union Recycling Guidelines she received from the county. Per Deb Krogwold, recycling coordinator for the county, they will have brochures printed for the town. 

Olsen received an e-mail from the Horton Group regarding the 2017-2019 Public Official Bond and Invoice. They had attached our renewal for the public official bond written with Ohio Casualty and also their offer of a Wisconsin Town Blanket Bond as an alternative. After discussion the board agreed to renew the current policy and declined the blanket bond. 

Three Notices of Intent to Cut Wood Products was presented by Olsen for review by the board for landowners Lynn and Betty Jepson, Robin Ferg, and Bruce Scheller. 

A land use permit application by owner Ben Hlaban of Appleton for an addition and alteration to replace siding, windows, decks and porches was also presented for review. The property is located on Ridgeview Lane, Manawa. 

Bills: Bills for March were reviewed, approved and paid. 

Next Meeting:  The next monthly town board meeting will be held Monday, April 3rd, beginning at 7:00 p.m.  PLEASE NOTE the change in the start time. Motion by Heideman, second by Schoen, to adjourn the meeting. Motion carried. The meeting was adjourned at 8:00 p.m. 

These and all meeting minutes are subject to board approval. 

Respectfully Submitted, 

Sharon Olsen, Town Clerk



TOWN OF UNION

PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING 

Notice is hereby given that a Planning Commission Meeting for the Town of Union in the County of Waupaca, State of Wisconsin, for the transaction of business as is by law required or permitted to be transacted at such meeting, will be held at the Union Town Hall on Tuesday, March 7, 2017 at 6:00 PM. 

AGENDA 

1.) Call meeting to order. 

2.) Open meeting statement.

This meeting and all other meetings of this committee are open to the public. Proper notice has been posted in accordance with Wisconsin Statutes so the citizenry may be aware of the time, place and agenda of this meeting. 

3.) Review and approve agenda. 

4.) Review and approve minutes of previous meeting. 

5.) Review a Conditional Use Application for an Outdoor Institutional Cemetery 

6.) Review and possible updates to land in Farmland Preservation 

7.) Review and discuss element nine, Implementation and the overall Town’s Comprehensive Plan. 

8.) Adjourn   

TOWN OF UNION

TOWN BOARD MEETING 

Notice is hereby given that a Town Board Meeting for the Town of Union in the County of Waupaca, State of Wisconsin, for the transaction of business as is by law required or permitted to be transacted at such meeting, will be held at the Union Town Hall in said town on Monday, March 6th, 2017. 

AGENDA

1.)    Call meeting to order.

2.)    Open Meeting statement.

3.)    Review and approve agenda.

4.)    Approve minutes from last meeting.

5.)    Approve treasurer’s report.

6.)    Approve prior month’s disbursements.

7.)    Presentation by Ben Olsen for town hall

        sign for Eagle Scout project. Possible

        action taken.

8.)   Clintonville School District representative

        regarding referendum on April 4^th ballot

9.)    2017 WTA District Meeting - March 3^rd      

10.)  Spring election – April 4^th

11.)  Road update

12.)  Fire and Ambulance update

13.)  Public comments/communications

14.)  Review and payment of bills.

15.)  Possible closed session

16.)  Adjourn. 

Sharon Olsen, Town Clerk 

Posted: March 3, 2017 

Attendance by members of the Plan Commission may inadvertently make a quorum of the Plan Commission, no action by the commission will take place at this meeting.

 Town of Union

Plan Commission Meeting Minutes

February 14, 2017

Union Town Hall

Members Present:  Gary Schoen, Dave Heideman, Steve Bauer, Mike Janke and Walter Strebe.

Other Present:  Ryan Brown, Waupaca County Planning and Zoning Director and other residents as per a sign-in sheet. 

Chair Schoen called the meeting to order at 6:00 pm and read the opening meeting statement. 

Motion by Strebe, second by Bauer to approve the agenda.  Motion carried. 

Heideman read the minutes from the January 17, 2017 Plan Commission meeting.  Motion by Janke, second by Strebe to approve the minutes.  Motion carried. 

The Plan Commission reviewed an application for an Outdoor Institutional Cemetery.  Resident Ed A. Borntreger explained the cemetery would be used by the Amish Community.  I t would be placed on a ridge on his farm in an area that is not easy to farm and near a recently constructed school.  They would not use the wetland area of the two acre plot for grave sites. 

Marilyn Herman, Secretary-Treasurer for the Union Cemetery Association explained that cemeteries are operated under state ordinances.  They require a board of trustees with officers and hold at least one annual meeting open to the public.  With the sale of a plot about one third of the funds are held in a separate trust fund to insure perpetual maintenance of the cemetery.  A cemetery does need to be platted and a vault is required.  A record of who is buried and where is submitted to the Register of Deeds every two to three years. 

Chair Schoen explained the Conditional Use Permit (CUP) procedure.  He stated that a concern of the township was that if the cemetery was abandoned it would become the responsibility of the township for perpetual maintenance. 

Ryan Brown, Waupaca County Planning and Zoning Director also explained the CUP procedure.  He stated that the Amish Cemetery would have have a religious exemption to some requirements, such as the need for a vault and to be platted. 

Member of the Amish Community explained that the deceased are buried in a row as they pass away.  Infants are buried in a separate area.  A concrete tombstone is used that is 18 to 20 inches above ground.  The deceased is embalmed by an undertaker, a wood casket is used, and it is buried below the frost line at approximately 6 feet down.  The cemetery is being requested because of the increase of Amish families in the area. 

The Amish Community was unable to answer several questions from the Plan Commission. 

• How would perpetual care be paid for if the cemetery was abandoned.
• Could an association be formed that would have an annual meeting with officers.
• Could the cemetery be mapped to show who was buried and where.

The members of the Amish Community said they would discuss these items as a group and get back to the Plan Commission.  The Plan Commission decided to wait until this information is received to act on the CUP. 

The Plan Commission reviewed and discussed element seven; Intergovernmental Cooperation and element eight; Land Use of the Town's Comprehensive Plan.  The Plan Commission and residents provided input as to possible changes to the Plan.  A copy of the Plan was “marked up” with possible changes. 

The Plan Commission set March 7 at 6:00 pm as the dates and time for the next meeting. 

Motion by Bauer, seconded by Strebe to adjourn.  Motion carried.

Meeting adjourned at 8:53 pm.

Respectfully Submitted,

Dave Heideman

Plan Commission Secretary





TOWN OF UNION

PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING

Notice is hereby given that a Planning Commission Meeting for the Town of Union in the County of Waupaca, State of Wisconsin, for the transaction of business as is by law required or permitted to be transacted at such meeting, will be held at the Union Town Hall on Tuesday, February 14, 2017 at 6:00 PM. 

AGENDA 

1.) Call meeting to order. 

2.) Open meeting statement. This meeting and all other meetings of this committee are open to the public. Proper notice has been posted in accordance with Wisconsin Statutes so the citizenry may be aware of the time, place and agenda of this meeting. 

3.) Review and approve agenda. 

4.) Review and approve minutes of previous meeting. 

5.) Review a Conditional Use Application for an Outdoor Institutional Cemetery. 

6.) Review and discuss element seven, Intergovernmental Cooperation and element eight, Land Use of the Town’s Comprehensive Plan. 

7.) Adjourn   

Town of Union Minutes

Town Board Meeting

February 6, 2017 

The meeting was called to order by Chairman Roger Henschel at 6:02 p.m. Those present were Roger Henschel, Gary Schoen, Sandy Werth, David Heideman, Sharon Olsen, and residents as listed on the sign-in sheet. The open meeting statement was given by Henschel. 

Agenda: The agenda was reviewed and a motion was made by Schoen, second by Heideman, to amend the agenda as Dr Melanie Oppor, District Administrator, and Joanne Johnson, president of the Manawa School District, came to the meeting to do a presentation and update us on the school district. Motion passed. Our school representative for the town, Bobbi Jo Pethke, had told them to attend this meeting. They were placed after item six on the agenda. 

Board Meeting Minutes:  Motion by Schoen, second by Heideman, to approve the minutes of the January 2, 2017 meeting as presented. Schoen reported he previously read the minutes and found them to be in order. Motion carried. 

Treasurer’s Report: Treasurer Werth presented the information listed on her report. She had listed a balance of $195,460.49. There were two automatic deposits made to the checking account, one for the real estate taxes by the county and the other for the first installment of the general transportation aid by the state. There were two town hall rentals, one fire number, the trailer rent, and several payments for dog licenses. Motion by Heideman, second by Schoen, to approve the treasurer’s report as presented. Motion carried. 

Disbursements: The disbursements for January were reviewed. Checks # 6078 through # 6083, totaling $6,158.08 were paid January 2nd. Schoen moved to approve the prior month’s disbursements, second by Heideman. Motion carried. 

Manawa School District Update:  District Administrator Dr Melanie Oppor and Joanne Johnson, president of the school district, attended the meeting. Dr Oppor shared a Power Point presentation entitled Building for our Future. It is hoped that the Manawa School District will be in the top 10% of rural schools in Wisconsin. Three areas they hope to strongly develop and encourage are relationships, communication, and academic excellence. One of the goals is for the reading skills to be at or above at the third grade level and again at the 8^th grade level. They want to excel in reading, math, and writing. The Power Point presentation also covered needs that should be addressed regarding the buildings, playground, parking lots, handicap accessibility, district vehicles, football field and bleachers, flexible learning spaces, etc. Schoen questioned what the definition of a rural school was. Oppor replied it has a lot to do with population. The Manawa School District is just shy of 750. On all reports to the state they are considered rural. Location and primary industry also play a part in the definition. Waupaca is also considered a rural school. Currently there are about 92 students attending out of the district and 23 coming in. Johnson reported the going out number is decreasing. Schoen complimented them on the quarterly newsletter, which will now be done monthly. Resident Marilyn Herman suggested they include a calendar of events in the newsletter. Oppor revealed they are investing money in training teachers and it is working. She stated they actually have other school districts visit to see what and how they are accomplishing what they are achieving. The subject of cursive writing was brought up. Johnson stated the Manawa School District does teach cursive writing. Schoen suggested improving technical writing as that is critical in writing reports, requests, etc. Oppor replied they make every student write in every course taught in high school, no matter what the course. Heideman inquired as to foreign language and when it is offered. They can take the subject in middle school, however, they don’t receive credit for it until the freshman year and it is an optional class. 

Recycling Program – Curbside Collection:  Olsen shared the municipal recycling assessment fee for 2016 decreased by $1,173.43 compared to the previous year. The per capita rate is $0.9625 for the 2016 program year, making our share $773.85 which is due to the county by March 1st. The per capita rate for the 2014 program year was $2.39. Olsen stated this will help offset the increase charged by Graichen Sanitation. 

2017 Wisconsin Towns Association District Meeting – The WTA district meeting will be held on Friday, March 3, 2017 at the Holiday Inn Hotel and Convention Center.  Schoen, Heideman, and Olsen will all attend. Henschel has a conflict with that date and will let Olsen know which other location he may attend. 

There will be a meeting of the Waupaca County Unit of the WTA on Thursday, February 16. There will be an earlier start time of 6:30 p.m. Sheriff Brad Hardel will be presenting on road weight limit enforcement. There will also be updates from county departments, WTA directors and elected officials have been invited to attend. 

Primary Election:  The primary election will be held February 21^st. The only position listed on the ballot is that of the state superintendent of public instruction. Olsen will complete the public testing of the voting equipment on Saturday, February 11^th at 10:00 a.m. Schoen will be the chief inspector for the election.  

Proposed Ordinance Revisions from Waupaca County:  The Waupaca County Zoning Department had sent an e-mail of revised proposed ordinance revisions to the clerk. Clerk Olsen had forwarded the e-mail on to the town board to review prior to the meeting. All three board members attended a review meeting at the courthouse on January 19th. The public hearing for these revisions will be held on Thursday, April 20, 2017, in Room 1068 at the courthouse in Waupaca. The county requested any suggestions or comments be submitted to the zoning office prior to April 19th. 

Plan Commission:  Schoen reported the Plan Commission got through the first six elements. The meeting scheduled for February 21^st at 7:00 p.m. has been switched to February 14^th at 6:00 p.m. It was necessary to change the date of the meeting due to the primary election being held on February 21^st. They will begin their February 14^th meeting with the conditional use permit application for an Amish cemetery. Ryan Brown is working with corporation counsel. Herman stated the state requires there must be a vault. Schoen stated they are looking in to whether the death certificates are shared by the Register of Deeds office with the County Clerks office so the names can be removed from the poll books if necessary. Henschel reported the Town of Dupont is not under county zoning and they have an Amish cemetery. They only have an agreement that if they (the Amish) should move out of the area they have to maintain the cemetery. 

Road Right-of-Ways: Henschel reported he checked with Kyle Fischer at the county and Ernst Lane, north of County Road OO is 33 feet, but when you turn the corner it’s a three rod road. He said Cedar Dam Road is a four rod road. There was an article in the December Towns Association magazine on the legalities of farming, etc. in the right-of-way. It was decided Olsen should send a letter, as well as a copy of the article, to the resident in question. She should invite him to the town board meeting if he has any questions. 

Fire and Ambulance Update:  Henschel reported they did not have a meeting. He also reported the fire department used an old house on Shady Lane for training. They arrived about 7:00 a.m. and left around 11:30. 

Public Comments/Communications:  Olsen shared she completed the Workers Compensation Audit for 1/1/16 – 1/1/17 for Rural Mutual Insurance Company. 

Olsen also shared a letter she received from the Department of Natural Resources via certified mail regarding parcel numbers 19 16 33 1 and 19 16 34 7 listed to Ricky Wirth for placing fill material into shore land wetlands for access to a pier and driveway access by School Section Lake.  He must contact the DNR by February 10th to set-up an appointment to remedy the situation. 

A land use permit application by Fred Neuman, Cambridge WI, for a 12’ x 16’ shed to house a UTV at 9401 Mud Lake Lane, was routed for review. 

A notice of intent to cut wood products by Todd Olsen was routed for review. 

Next Town Board Meeting:  The next town board meeting will be held, Monday, March 6^th, beginning at 6:00 p.m.  

Bills: Bills were reviewed, approved, and paid. 

Motion by Schoen, second by Heideman, to adjourn the meeting. Motion carried. The meeting was adjourned at 7:44 p.m. 

These and all meeting minutes are subject to board approval. 

Respectfully Submitted, 

Sharon Olsen, Town Clerk



TOWN OF UNION

TOWN BOARD MEETING 

Notice is hereby given that a Town Board Meeting for the Town of Union in the County of Waupaca, State of Wisconsin, for the transaction of business as is by law required or permitted to be transacted at such meeting, will be held at the Union Town Hall in said town on Monday, February 6th, 2017 at 6 PM. 

AGENDA

1.)    Call meeting to order.

2.)    Open Meeting statement.

3.)    Review and approve agenda.

4.)    Approve minutes from last meeting.

5.)    Approve treasurer’s report.

6.)    Approve prior month’s disbursements.

7.)    Recycling Program – curbside collection

8.)    2017 WTA District Meeting

9.)    Primary Election February 21, 2017

Public testing of equipment, Saturday, February 11th at 10:00 a.m.

10.)  Proposed Ordinance Revisions from County and report on meeting

11.)  Plan Commission update and the revised meeting date

12.)  Conditional Use Permit, no action to be taken

13. ) Road right-of-ways and any road updates

14.)  Fire and Ambulance update

15.)  Public comments/communications

16.)  Review and payment of bills.

17.)  Adjourn. 

Sharon Olsen, Town Clerk

Posted: February 3, 2017 

Attendance by members of the Plan Commission may inadvertently make a quorum of the Plan Commission, no action by the commission will take place at this meeting.  

TOWN OF UNION

PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING 

Notice is hereby given that a Planning Commission Meeting for the Town of Union in the County of Waupaca, State of Wisconsin, for the transaction of business as is by law required or permitted to be transacted at such meeting, will be held at the Union Town Hall on Tuesday, February 21, 2017 at 7:00 PM. 

AGENDA 

1.) Call meeting to order. 

2.) Open meeting statement. This meeting and all other meetings of this committee are open to the public. Proper notice has been posted in accordance with Wisconsin Statutes so the citizenry may be aware of the time, place and agenda of this meeting. 

3.) Review and approve agenda. 

4.) Review and approve minutes of previous meeting. 

5.) Purpose of this meeting is to complete a review and discussion of element seven; Intergovernmental Cooperation and element eight; Land Use of the Town’s Comprehensive Plan. 

7.) Set date to review a Conditional Use Application and dates for regularly scheduled meetings of the Planning Commission. 

8.) Adjourn  

Town of Union

Plan Commission  Meeting Minutes                                                                                                                                                                 January 17, 2017                                                                                                              Union Town Hall 

Members Present:  Gary Schoen, Dave Heideman, Steve Bauer, Mike Janke and Walter Strebe.

Other Present:  Ryan Brown, Waupaca County Planning and Zoning Director and other residents as per a sign-in sheet. 

Chair Schoen called the meeting to order at 7:00 pm and read the opening meeting statement. 

Motion by Strebe, second by Bauer to approve the agenda.  Motion carried. 

Heideman read the minutes from the December 20, 2016 Plan Commission meeting.  Motion by Janke, second by Strebe to approve the minutes as amended to include to list the meeting date as January 17, “2017”.  Motion carried. 

The Plan Commission reviewed and discussed element five; Agricultural, Natural, and Cultural Resources and element six; Economic Development of the Town's Comprehensive Plan.  The Plan Commission and residents provided input as to possible changes to the Plan.  A copy of the Plan was “marked up” with possible changes. 

The Plan Commission set February 21 and March 21 at 7:00 pm as the dates and times to continue with the review of the Comprehensive Plan. 

A Conditional Use Permit application was received for an Outdoor Institutional Cemetery.  A date for review of the application will be set at the next meeting. 

Motion by Bauer, seconded by Strebe to adjourn.  Motion carried. 

Meeting adjourned at 9:22 pm.  

Respectfully Submitted,

Dave Heideman

Plan Commission Secretary



Town of Union Caucus Minutes

Tuesday, January 10, 2017

The caucus was called to order by Town Board Chairman Roger Henschel at 7:00 p.m. The open meeting statement was given by Henschel. Those present were 26 residents and one non-resident per sign-in sheet. Henschel stated a temporary chairman to conduct the caucus was needed. He had asked resident Marilyn Herman if she would chair the caucus again as she had the last time. She stated, “No, it is someone else’s turn.” By acclamation, a motion was made for Kelly Norton to run the caucus.

Ruth Schoen and Diane Werth volunteered to be ballot clerks to canvass the vote in case there were more than two individuals nominated for an office. Chair Norton said Werth and Schoen would be ballot clerks. 

Chairman: Norton asked for nominations for the chairman position. Nominations were taken from the floor. Gary Schoen nominated Roger Henschel, second by Geri Henschel. Warren Werth nominated Lee Werth, second by Katrina Artz. Chair Norton asked “Are there any more nominations?” three times and hearing none all three times she announced nominations were closed. 

Supervisor 1: Roger Henschel nominated Gary Schoen, second by Geri Henschel.   Lee Werth nominated Chris Fisher, second by Willie Riske. Deanna Hannigen nominated Marcella Wentworth, second by Marilyn Herman. Chair Norton asked “Are there any more nominations?” three times and hearing none all three times she announced nominations were closed. Because there were more than two nominated candidates a vote was taken. Chris Fisher received 14 votes. Schoen and Wentworth both received six votes. 

The method by which a tie would be broken, if one occurred, was not addressed at the beginning of the caucus  so it was addressed at this time. Olsen, who was taking the minutes, had informed those in attendance that at the 2015 caucus we had voted to cast another vote, up to 10 times, if there was a tie. She asked if that was how they wanted to address it for this caucus. The overall consensus was to cast another vote. Another vote was cast for either Schoen or Wentworth. The result of that vote was Wentworth 19 and Schoen seven. 

Supervisor 2: Deanna Hannigen nominated David Heideman, second by Marilyn Herman. Chair Norton asked three times, “Are there any more nominations?” and hearing none all three times she announced nominations were closed. 

Treasurer: Noah Artz nominated Sandra Werth, second by Katrina Artz. Chair Norton asked “Are there any more nominations?” three times and hearing none all three times she announced nominations were closed. 

Clerk: Roger Henschel nominated Sharon Olsen, second by David Heideman.  Chair Norton asked “Are there any more nominations?” three times and hearing none all three times she announced nominations were closed. 

There were not more than two nominations made for the positions of supervisor II. treasurer, and clerk, so a ballot vote was not necessary for those three positions. 

Norton adjourned the caucus at 7:20 p.m. 

After the caucus, nomination papers were handed out by Olsen, and were completed and returned by the nominated candidates. 

Respectfully Submitted, 

Sharon Olsen, Clerk 

Town of Union Minutes

Town Board Meeting

January 2, 2017 

The meeting was called to order by Chairman Roger Henschel at 6:00 p.m. Those present were David Heideman, Gary Schoen, Roger Henschel, Sandy Werth, Sharon Olsen, and resident Pat Wightman. The open meeting statement was given by Henschel. 

Agenda: Motion by Schoen, second by Heideman, to approve the agenda as presented. Motion carried.  

Board Meeting Minutes: Minutes of the December 5, 2016 town board meeting were previously read prior to the meeting by the board. Motion by Schoen, second by Heideman, to approve the minutes as presented. Motion carried. 

Treasurer’s Report: The treasurer’s report was given by Werth. She had an adjustment to add to her report regarding an outstanding check in the amount of $50.10. She stated she didn’t know what the check was for. Olsen reported it was to the Manawa Telephone Company for the monthly bill. Motion by Schoen, second by Heideman, to approve the treasurer’s report with the adjustment taken in to consideration. Motion carried/ 

Disbursements: The prior month’s disbursements were reviewed. Checks # 6042 through # 6059, totaling $166,393.56 were paid December 5th. Checks # 6060 through # 6077, totaling $24,973.59, were paid December 27th at the settlement meeting. Heideman moved to accept the prior month’s disbursements as written, second by Schoen.  Motion carried. 

Road Right-of-Way: Henschel stated it all started four years ago or so when a resident had farmed land located in the road right-of-way on Cedar Dam Road. He did discuss the issue with the resident at the time. It appears this practice becomes an issue at times when there is rainfall causing problems, such as proper drainage, run-off, maintenance of the roads, etc. It had previously been suggested the clerk send a letter to the resident addressing the issue. However, after discussion it was determined to wait with sending the letter. Schoen recommended the town find out the width of the roads that are in question, whether they are three or four rod roads. Henschel reported he would check with the county. It was suggested when a letter is mailed, the clerk should include a copy of the article written by Attorney Rick Manthe, legal counsel, that was in the December Wisconsin Town’s Association magazine which addresses right-of-way issues and Wisconsin Statute § 86.021. 

Town Caucus:  The town caucus will be held Tuesday, January 10^th, 2017 beginning at 7:00 p.m. The terms for all positions are expiring and will be included in the upcoming election. 

Appoint Plan Commission Members:  Henschel reappointed Walter Strebe and Steve Bauer to the town’s Plan Commission for the term of 2017 through 2018. Motion by Schoen, second by Heideman, to approve the appointment of Strebe and Bauer to serve as members of the Plan Commission. Motion carried. 

The next meeting of the Plan Commission is scheduled for January 17^th. If all goes as planned, they’ll be through six of the elements. Elements five and six will be covered at the January 17^th meeting. 

Review Ordinance Revisions Received from County: Olsen had forwarded the e-mail to the board that she had received from the County Planning and Zoning Department which included recommended revisions. The board had reviewed the revisions prior to our meeting. Schoen reported he had read through the revisions and felt they all just made common sense. He proceeded to share his thoughts regarding the list of discussion items the county wanted to get the town’s input on. A discussion followed. The Planning and Zoning Office will hold an informational meeting on Thursday, January 19^th at 9:00 a.m. at the courthouse in Room 1068. Members of the board plan on attending. 

Public Comments/Communications:  Schoen shared information regarding the snowmobile route. There has been discussion regarding the possibility of working together with the county. There is even talk of having a walking trail for tubers using the river. 

Henschel shared a couple of letters with the board he had received from Planning and Zoning. One was to a land owner pertaining to junk on their property located on State Highway 22 and the other was pertaining to the construction of a storage shed that was started on property on Mud Lane without having a land use permit.

Olsen informed the board the 2017 IRS rate for mileage reimbursement for business miles driven is $.53.5 per mile, down from $.54 for 2016. She asked they keep that in mind when submitting their bills.

Next Town Board Meeting:  The next town board meeting will be held, Monday, February 6^th, beginning at 6:00 p.m.

Bills: Bills were reviewed, approved, and paid.

Motion by Schoen, second by Heideman, to adjourn the meeting. Motion carried. The meeting was adjourned at 7:05 p.m.

These and all meeting minutes are subject to board approval.

Respectfully Submitted,

Sharon Olsen, Town Clerk



NOTICE OF TOWN CAUCUS 

Notice is hereby given that a town caucus for the Town of Union, Waupaca County, will be held at the Union Town Hall, E6592 State Highway 22, Bear Creek Wisconsin at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday, January 10, 2017 for the purpose of nominating candidates for the town’s chairman, two board supervisors, clerk and treasurer for the spring election to be held April 4, 2017. 

Sharon Olsen, Clerk

December 27, 2016 

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TOWN OF UNION

TOWN BOARD MEETING 

Notice is hereby given that a Town Board Meeting for the Town of Union in the County of Waupaca, State of Wisconsin, for the transaction of business as is by law required or permitted to be transacted at such meeting, will be held at the Union Town Hall in said town on Monday, January 2nd, 2017 at 6 PM. 

AGENDA

1.)    Call meeting to order.

2.)    Open Meeting statement.

3.)    Review and approve agenda.

4.)    Approve minutes from last meeting.

5.)    Approve treasurer’s report.

6.)    Approve prior month’s disbursements.

7.)    Road right-of-ways

8.)    Caucus for spring election

9.)    Appoint Plan Commission members and update from meetings

10.)  Review ordinance revisions received from County Planning and Zoning

11.)  Public comments/communications.

12.)  Review and payment of bills.

13.)  Adjourn.  

Sharon Olsen, Town Clerk

December 30, 2016 

Attendance by members of the Plan Commission may inadvertently make a quorum of the Plan Commission, no action by the commission will take place at this meeting.

Town of Union Minutes

Town Board Settlement Meeting

December 27, 2016 

The meeting was called to order by Chairman Roger Henschel at 5:00 p.m. Those present were Sandra Werth, Gary Schoen, Roger Henschel, and Sharon Olsen. Dave Heideman arrived late. The open meeting statement was given by Henschel. 

Agenda: Motion by Schoen, second by Henschel, to approve the agenda as presented. Motion carried. 

Minutes: Minutes of the previous year’s settlement meeting were read by Olsen. Motion by Schoen, second by Henschel, to approve the minutes as read of the 2015 settlement meeting. Motion carried. 

Contracts: The contract with the county clerk’s office to provide SVRS election services was reviewed. The fee for these services in 2017 is $300. We are eligible to have their services because our population is below 1,000. Henschel signed and dated the contract. Olsen will return the contract to the county clerk’s office, along with our payment. 

The contract with the Town of Dupont for fire protection services for five residents on Quarterline Road was reviewed. Henschel signed and dated the contract. Olsen will mail the contract, along with check number 6062 in the amount of $218.90 to the Town of Dupont. 

Review and Pay Final Bills for 2016: Final 2016 bills received after the December 5th town board meeting were reviewed and approved, checks numbered 6060 through 6077 were issued in the amount of $24,973.59. 

Audit of Expenditures and Receipts for 2016: An audit of all receipts and expenditures for 2016 was conducted by the full town board. Schoen read from the bank statements and the rest had copies of the reports to verify credits and debits. No errors were found. 

Motion by Schoen, second by Heideman, to adjourn the meeting. Motion carried. The meeting was adjourned at 6:35 p.m. 

These and all meeting minutes are subject to board approval.  

Respectfully Submitted,

Sharon Olsen, Town Clerk 

TOWN OF UNION

TOWN BOARD MEETING

Settlement 

Notice is hereby given that a Town Board Meeting for the Town of Union in the County of Waupaca, State of Wisconsin, for the transaction of business as is by law required or permitted to be transacted at such meeting, will be held at the Union Town Hall in said town on Monday, December 27, 2016 beginning at 5 PM.

AGENDA

1.)    Call meeting to order.

2.)    Open meeting statement.

3.)    Review and approve agenda.

4.)    Review and approve payment of final bills for 2016.

5.)    Conduct audit of expenditures and receipts for 2016.

6.)    Adjourn 

Sharon Olsen, Town Clerk,

December 24, 2016

Attendance by members of the Plan Commission may inadvertently make a quorum of the Plan Commission, no action by the commission will take place at this meeting. 



Town of Union

Plan Commission

Meeting Minutes 

                                                                                                                                                                December 20,2016                                                                                                                    Union Town Hall  

Members Present:  Gary Schoen, Dave Heideman, Steve Bauer, Mike Janke and Walter Strebe.

Other Present:  Ryan Brown, Waupaca County Planning and Zoning Director and other residents as per sign-in sheet. 

Chair Schoen called the meeting to order at 7:00 pm and read the opening meeting statement. 

Motion by Strebe, second by Bauer to approve the agenda.  Motion carried. 

Heideman read the minutes from the November 15, 2016 Plan Commission meeting.  Motion by Janke, second by Strebe to approve the minutes as amended to include the word “Plan” after “Town's Comprehensive” in the fifth paragraph.  Motion carried. 

The Plan Commission reviewed and discussed element two, section 2.5 to section 2.11 and elements three and four of the Town's Comprehensive Plan.  The Plan Commission provided input as to possible changes to the Plan.  A copy of the Plan was “marked up” with possible changes.  Element five; Agricultural, Natural, and Cultural Resources and element six; Economic Development will be reviewed at the next meeting on January 17, 2016 at 7:00 pm. 

Motion by Bauer, seconded by Janke to adjourn.  Motion carried. 

Meeting adjourned at 8:39 pm.  

Respectfully Submitted,

Dave Heideman

Plan Commission Secretary



TOWN OF UNION

PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING 

Notice is hereby given that a Planning Commission Meeting for the Town of Union in the County of Waupaca, State of Wisconsin, for the transaction of business as is by law required or permitted to be transacted at such meeting, will be held at the Union Town Hall on Tuesday, December 20, 2016 at 7:00 PM. 

AGENDA 

1.) Call meeting to order. 

2.) Open meeting statement.

This meeting and all other meetings of this committee are open to the public. Proper notice has been posted in accordance with Wisconsin Statutes so the citizenry may be aware of the time, place and agenda of this meeting. 

3.) Review and approve agenda. 

4.) Review and approve minutes of previous meeting. 

5.) Purpose of this meeting is to complete the discussion and review of Element two Housing, and discuss and review Elements three and four; Transportation and Utilities and Community Facilities of the Town’s Comprehensive Plan. 

6.) Adjourn  



Town of Union Minutes

Town Board Meeting

December 5, 2016  

The meeting was called to order at 6:00 p.m. by Chairman Roger Henschel. Those present were Sandra Werth, David Heideman, Gary Schoen, Roger Henschel, Sharon Olsen and residents as per sign-in sheet. The open meeting statement was given by Henschel.  

Agenda: Motion by Schoen, second by Heideman, to approve the agenda as presented. Motion carried.  

Board Meeting Minutes: Schoen reported he previously read the minutes of the November meeting and made the motion to approve as presented, second by Heideman.  Motion carried.  

Treasurer’s Report: Werth presented the treasurer’s financial report. Motion by Heideman, second by Schoen, to approve the treasurer’s report as submitted. Motion carried. 

Disbursements: The disbursements paid in November were reviewed. Motion by Schoen, second by Heideman, to approve as presented. Checks # 6017 through # 6041 were paid with a total of $24,461.50. Motion carried.  

Town Hall Furnace: It was reported the furnace was inspected for it’s annual check-up. Henschel thought it was 20 years old. Schoen said he thought it was a second furnace. Werth stated she thought this furnace was installed about three years after the hall was built. A quote was received from Malueg’s Heating and Cooling LLC of Marion for $3,000. The town could upgrade to a 96% efficiency gas furnace with a variable speed blower for an additional $600.  Schoen reported he was at the town hall when they inspected the furnace. The inspection showed we needed to replace the exhaust blower and the panel on the front. It would run about $500 to replace and we would probably see them back again in another year or two down the road. Schoen stated it would not be a good idea “to put good money after bad.” After discussion, Heideman made the motion to purchase the high efficiency furnace with variable speed blower and pay 50% down ($1,800). Second by Schoen. The town would like to have the furnace installed and paid for prior to the end of the year.  

Honer’s Dog Licenses Continued: Schoen reported he spoke with Rosalind Anderson, treasurer of the Town of Helvetia, regarding Honer’s dog licenses. Rosalind informed Schoen Honer has 23 dogs licensed with their township. They paid $68 total - $35 for a multiple dog license to cover 12 dogs and they paid an additional $33 to cover 11 dogs at $3.00 a piece. Schoen reported Sandy Artz from the County Clerks office also became involved. She stated the dogs have to be licensed in Waupaca County.  To make a long story short, the dogs split time between the two townships. After the puppies are weaned the moms are taken to the Town of Helvetia facility for a “spa break.” After discussion, the town board agreed the dogs should be licensed in our town for the time they are in our township.  It was agreed the clerk should send a letter informing Honer the town expects a portion to be paid to our town – one-half of the license fee. The town board has been in touch with the Town of Helvetia regarding this issue.  

November Election Update: Olsen reported all of the town’s paperwork had to be turned in to the county clerk’s office for the recount. The recount was completed Saturday, December 3^rd.  There were a few discrepancies but County Clerk Mary Robbins said it was due to human error.  

Recycling Contract: Olsen received the recycling contract from Debbie Krogwold,Waupaca County recycling coordinator. Krogwold requested the town sign and return the signature page to her and she would get a copy of the signed contract to Graichen Sanitation. The contractor is to receive $2.75 per month per residential unit. The contract lists we have 331 residential units.  

Settlement Date: December 27^th was chosen as the date to meet to review and pay all final bills for 2016. We will also audit revenues and expenditures for 2016. The meeting will begin at 5:00 p.m.  

January Town Board Meeting: The January 2017 town board meeting will be held January 2^nd beginning at 6:00 p.m.  

Caucus:  The caucus for the spring election will be held January 10, 2017 at 7:00 p.m.  

Road Report: Schoen received a call from a resident on Riske Road regarding damage to the new blacktopped road. He said he was told when they went to town it was fine but when they returned it had “fluffy blacktop” and was showing damage. There was a disabled Dakota truck parked on the side road. When Deputy Huberty, of the Waupaca County Sheriff’s Department, was checking out the situation a bigger truck with a trailer pulled up. In summary, the case has been referred to the county and we are to submit the bill for having the roadwork repaired. Henschel said the county highway workers will come in and torch it to heat it up and smooth it out. He will ask the county to submit the bill to us so we can submit it to the courts. The court case number is W16-17072.  

Fire and Ambulance:  Henschel reported the assessment portion will not be increasing. Nothing has been done regarding purchasing a new ATV with track. There was a large barn fire at the Dan and Marcy Wentworth property. Several surrounding fire departments assisted in controlling the blaze. The smoke and flames could be seen for a long distance. Several onlookers were parked along side the road. The town would like to request individuals stay away from the area involved so the fire fighters can do their job! Werth reported someone put on Face Book if you want to get that close to a fire you should stop in at your local fire station to complete an application to become a volunteer fire fighter.  

Communications and Public Comment:  Henschel reported he spoke with Jason at the County Zoning Department. Nothing has been finalized regarding the Larson conditional use permit for raising dogs or the Amish cemetery. He also reported a property owner put in a holding tank and constructed a small garage in a flood plain. The county won’t make him move it until next year.  

A wood cutting permit was received for Steven Miller. Order of Designation paperwork from the state DNR was received and reviewed for the Bauers’ and also Walter W and Ruth Ann C Ewert Living Trust properties. A correction order was also received as the ownership was listed incorrectly as Bauer Farms during the time of entry and should correctly list Stephen Bauer, Jon Bauer, and Bernard Bauer as stated in the Warranty Deed dated December 30, 1987.  

Olsen received and shared the Wisconsin Uniform Building Permit Application form and payment she received from Paul Hanlon for the David and Lori Derouso dwelling built onStoney Ridge Road.  

The town’s insurance policy was received from Rural Insurance. The business owner’s portion was $3,172; Workman’s Comp $1,195, and the dues was $50.00.  

Olsen reported she received the notice of school board election from the Clintonville and Manawa school districts for the April 4, 2017 election.  

Walter Strebe reported to the town board that while he was cutting the ditch line, Elmer Schrock stopped and told him there is a problem with the ditch on Much Road, close to Nollenberg Road. Henschel said he would talk to the county about taking care of it.  

A resident reported she experienced an attempted break-in at her residence between 2 – 3:00 a.m. She said the male tripped on one of her deck boards that is slightly raised from the others and fell. He had a few choice words that she heard. She flipped on the light and the suspect took off running. She was unable to identify the get-away vehicle because it was too dark. She stated they left with their headlights off but turned them on after they were down the highway a distance. A reminder to lock up your valuables and property.  

Another resident reported finding a large handful of nails strewn about. They managed to pick them up before having any issues with their tires.  

Clerks and Treasurers Meeting:  Olsen shared her paperwork with Werth that she received from the county when Olsen attended the clerks and treasurers meeting as Werth was on vacation at the time and unable to attend.  

Bills: Bills for December were reviewed, approved, and paid.  

Next Town Board Meeting will be held Monday, January 2, 2017, at 6:00 p.m.  The settlement meeting will be held Tuesday, December 27, 2016 at 5:00 p.m.  

Motion by Schoen, second by Heideman, to adjourn. Motion carried. The meeting was adjourned at 7:36 p.m.  

These and all meeting minutes are subject to board approval.  

Respectfully Submitted, 

Sharon Olsen, Town Clerk

TOWN OF UNION

TOWN BOARD MEETING  

Notice is hereby given that a Town Board Meeting for the Town of Union in the County of Waupaca, State of Wisconsin, for the transaction of business as is by law required or permitted to be transacted at such meeting, will be held at the Union Town Hall, E6592 State Road 22, Bear Creek, WI, in said town on Monday, December 5th, 2016 at 6 PM.  

AGENDA  

1.)    Call meeting to order.

2.)    Open meeting statement.

3.)    Review and approve agenda.

4.)    Approve minutes from last meeting.

5.)    Approve treasurer’s report.

6.)    Approve prior month’s disbursements.

7.)    Discussion and possible action on furnace issues

8.)    Update, discussion, and possible action on Honer’s dog licenses

9.)    Update on November election recount

10.)  Sign county form for contract with Graichen Sanitation

11.)  Set settlement date

12.)  Caucus

13.)  Update on roads, if necessary

14.)  Update on Fire and Ambulance

15.)  Communications/public comments

16.)  Review and payment of bills.

17.)  Adjourn.  

Sharon Olsen, Town Clerk,

Posted December 3, 2016  

Attendance by members of the Plan Commission may inadvertently make a quorum of the Plan Commission, no action by the commission will take place at this meeting.

Town of Union

Plan Commission

Meeting Minutes 

                                                                                                                                                       November 15, 2016                                                                                                                     Union Town Hall  

Members Present:  Gary Schoen, Dave Heideman, Steve Bauer, Mike Janke and Walter Strebe.

Other Present:  Ryan Brown, Waupaca County Planning and Zoning Director and other residents as per sign-in sheet. 

Chair Schoen called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. and read the opening meeting statement. 

Motion by Strebe, second by Bauer to approve the agenda.  Motion carried. 

Heideman read the minutes from the October 18, 2016 Plan Commission meeting.  Motion by Janke, second by Strebe to approve the minutes as presented.  Motion carried. 

The Plan Commission reviewed and discussed Elements one and two of the Town's Comprehensive.  The residents also provided input as to possible changes to the Plan.  A copy of the Plan was “marked up” with possible changes.  The review ended at Section 2.5, Housing for All Income Levels and will be continues from there at the next meeting on December 20, 2016 at 7:00 p.m. 

Motion by Bauer, seconded by Strebe to adjourn.  Motion carried. 

Meeting adjourned at 9:29 p.m. 

Respectfully Submitted,

Dave Heideman

Plan Commission Secretary



Town of Union

Public Budget Hearing

November 7, 2016  

The public budget hearing was called to order at 6:00 p.m. by Chairman Roger Henschel. Those present were Gary Schoen, Roger Henschel, David Heideman, Sharon Olsen, and residents as per sign-in sheet. The open meeting statement was given by Henschel.  

Clerk Olsen read the minutes of the November 2, 2015 public budget hearing. She reviewed and explained the proposed budget as presented. Copies were distributed. Olsen said it was difficult figuring the numbers because the bills from Waupaca County Highway Department for a couple of big jobs and smaller work done were not received yet in time to create the budget. She asked if anyone had any questions or wanted to view the printed budget, with no one indicating they did.  

Chairman Henschel asked for any public comments or questions and hearing none Heideman made the motion to adjourn, second by Schoen. The public hearing closed at 6:10 p.m.  We continued on to the Special Town Meeting of the Electors.  

Special Town Meeting

of the Electors of the Town of Union

November 7, 2016  

The special meeting of the electors was called to order by Chairman Henschel at 6:10 p.m. Those present were David Heideman, Gary Schoen, Roger Henschel, Sharon Olsen, and residents as per sign-in sheet.  Henschel gave the open meeting statement and said the purpose of the meeting was to adopt the 2016 tax levy to be paid in 2017.  Clerk Olsen informed everyone the tax levy to be paid in 2017 is $237,480. Henschel asked if anyone had any questions, hearing none he asked for a motion to adopt the tax levy. Motion by Myrtle Kutchenriter, second by Walter Strebe, to adopt the tax levy as presented.  Chairman Henschel asked for all those in favor, there being 11 yes, and then asked for those opposed, hearing none, motion passed.  

No other business was transacted at this meeting. Motion by Heideman, second by Schoen, to adjourn the special elector’s meeting. Motion carried. Meeting adjourned at 6:14 p.m.  

Town of Union Minutes

Town Board Meeting

November 7, 2016  

Chairman Henschel called the town board meeting to order at 6:15 p.m. Those present were Roger Henschel, Gary Schoen, David Heideman, Sharon Olsen, and residents as per sign-in sheet. The open meeting statement was given by Henschel.  

Agenda: Motion by Schoen, second by Heideman, to approve the agenda as presented. Motion carried.  

Board Meeting Minutes: Minutes of the October 3, 2016 town board meeting were reviewed. Schoen stated he previously read the minutes and made the motion, second by Heideman, to approve the minutes as presented. Motion carried.  

Treasurer’s Report: Olsen had passed out the treasurer’s report given to her by Werth for the board’s review. The question was raised as to what the $58 and $2,737.09 deposits were from. Olsen stated both deposits were from Waupaca County. The $58 was compensation for the dog listing and the $2,737.09 was for the 50/50 culvert on Riske Road. Motion by Heideman, second by Schoen, to approve the treasurer’s report as presented. Motion carried.  

Disbursements: The disbursements for the prior month were reviewed. Checks numbered 6000 through 6016 were paid in October, with a total of $21,982.48. Motion by Schoen, second by Heideman, to approve as presented. Motion carried.  

Review and Final Action of the 2017 Budget:  Based on the information presented and the previous meetings, motion by Schoen, second by Heideman, to approve the budget as discussed and presented. Motion passed.  

November 8, 2016 Election: Olsen started by saying the suggestion was made for using a greeter at the door and have the greeter check the photo IDs. Olsen said the County Clerk’s office said we were not able to have the greeter check photo IDs. That has to be done by the election worker that handles the poll book with the signatures. The greeter can help tally votes at the end of the night if needed, but is not able to sign any forms, etc.  Gary Schoen will be the chief inspector and the following will be working the polls: Mary Riesenberg, Lola Bonikowske, Lois Riske, Dorothy Janke, Diane Werth, Barbara Lightfuss, and Ruth Schoen.  

Caucus and Spring Local Election:  Olsen reported The Marion Advertiser contacted her and would like the notice of our spring local election. The notice she prepared for the newspaper was presented to the board.  Motion by Schoen, second by Heideman, to approve the notice. The spring election will be held April 4, 2017.  If a primary election is needed, it will be held in February.  

Honer Conditional Use Permit and Dog Kennel: Schoen reported he had approached Jamie Honer regarding her dog kennel. He said she has not paid our township any dog tax as she said she has been paying it to a neighboring township as her dogs go there sometimes. After discussion it was felt the clerk should write her a letter stating we would let the 2016 year go, but in 2017 she would need to pay for a dog kennel license. It is $35 for a multiple dog license, and an additional $3 per dog over the allowed amount for the multiple dog license. Schoen said their personal dog is also not licensed. Schoen stated he will check with Honer and the county clerk’s office. The board asked Olsen to wait with the letter.  

Henschel stated he received a call from a resident complaining his neighbor’s dog trees coons in the middle of the night and a lot of howling taking place. Henschel said the town may have to send a letter regarding this issue.  

Riske Road:  Schoen explained the championship tractor pull is usually held in Pickett, Wisconsin. Dan Casey won in 2014. This year it was supposed to be held in Pickett again, but they don’t have a very good track so they didn’t hold it. Someone had asked if they could hold the event at the Union Thresheree grounds. They asked if the town would be willing to temporarily close Riske Road if they did hold the event here. Motion by Heideman, second by Schoen, to approve the temporary closing of Riske Road if they hold the championship tractor pull here in the fall of 2017.  Motion carried. Schoen stated it would probably be held in September.  

Roads Update: Henschel reported work by the county highway department is winding down on the roads. He asked if anyone knows of any potholes that need fixing to let him know before the weather gets too cold. He said the job on Shady Lane is done. He thought the   shouldering was done. We received draft copies  of the invoices just prior to the meeting. Henschel reported that overall he thought we spent around $200,000 for work done by the Waupaca County Highway Department and $10,000 to Fahner. Heideman said he was going to talk with his neighbor about fixing up the ditch. A resident reported there were some bad dips in the ditch by her property. Schoen reported he told the Thresheree Club they can do the shouldering of Riske Road, if not the black top won’t last.  Henschel also reported they repaired two sink holes on Pethke Road. They had to dig down about 14 feet deep. Holes were also repaired on Ferg and Swamp Roads.

Fire and Ambulance Update: Henschel reported there is a big debate taking place. They have an old gator and are looking at trading it in for one with tracks. The fire department has about $29,000 in their fundraising account. They are obtaining price information.  

Communications/Public Comments:  A resident reported there must have been a large funeral as cars were parked on Bridge Road. She said there isn’t much room there as the ditch drops off. Marilyn Herman stated she could send out letters to the 13 funeral directors and ask that they inform everyone to park in the cemetery, not on the rural roads. Herman reported there should have been enough room to park in the cemetery.  

Another resident reported now that County Highway T is reopened, traffic is picking up and so is the speed of the vehicles. The resident’s daughter rides her horse and safety concerns were brought to the attention of the board. Henschel reported the only thing we could do as a town is to lower the speed limit to 45 and install road signs. That is the lowest speed limit the town can post without getting the Department of Transportation involved. There would have to be a study done, etc. Henschel reported he has been approached to make all town roads ATV allowable. He is hesitant in doing so due to safety concerns.  

Herman presented two cemetery deeds to the board for their signatures. Both were for Danish Cemetery.  

Dmitri Martin arrived to join the town board meeting. He introduced himself, gave his background, and why he was running in this election. He is generating a petition that would only allow contributions from their constituents, not outside lobbyists. He said he planned to form a bipartisan coalition in the assembly and senate. Too many large companies have lobbyists and the small mom and pop companies, small rural farmers, etc. can’t afford lobbyists.  

Henschel stated he received a letter from the county zoning office regarding the Amish cemetery. They need additional information. A discussion was had. Per Chapter 157 of the Wisconsin Statutes, the land would have to be surveyed, plotted, and registered at the Waupaca County Register of Deeds office. Herman said they have to be approved as a separate cemetery association. She said state law requires a vault for burials. She said the state has required vaults since 1951-1952.  

Land use permit applications for the following were received by Olsen from Waupaca County Planning and Zoning and reviewed by the board:  

David E. Bortreger,West River Road, for a new 10’ x 8’ accessory building, addition to barn for milk cooling compressor.

David and Lori Derouso ofAppleton, for a new home - principal structure, 52’ x 44’ on Stoney Ridge Road.  

Ricky J Wirth of Hortonville, to change the use of the principle structure onSchool Section Lane, well cover, small 4x6x6 shed, storage roof with no sides 12x16x10, and a future addition with septic, fence.  

Olsen reported she received the manufacturing assessment of $2000 from the state. The bill was for $.14 and we do not have to pay it as it is under $5.00.  

Post cards were printed and mailed to provide information for the upcoming Plan Commission meetings. There were enough ordered so they could also be passed out to voters at the election.  

Bills: Bills for November were reviewed, approved and paid.  

Motion by Schoen, second by Heideman, to adjourn the meeting. Motion carried. The meeting was adjourned at 7:40 p.m.  

These and all meeting minutes are subject to board approval.  

Respectfully Submitted,

Sharon Olsen, Town Clerk

TOWN OF UNION

TOWN BOARD MEETING  

Notice is hereby given that a Town Board Meeting for the Town of Union in the County of Waupaca, State of Wisconsin, for the transaction of business as is by law required or permitted to be transacted at such meeting, will be held at the Union Town Hall in said town on Monday, November 7, 2016 beginning immediately after the Special Town Electors’ Meeting which is beginning immediately after the budget hearing that will begin at 6 PM.  

AGENDA  

1.)    Call meeting to order.

2.)    Open meeting statement.

3.)    Review and approve agenda.

4.)    Approve minutes from last meeting.

5.)    Approve treasurer’s report.

6.)    Approve prior month’s disbursements.

7.)    Approve budget

8.)    Dmitri Martin, candidate for State Assembly

9.)    Partisan Office Election - November 8, 2016

10.)  Discussion on Jamie Honer’s CUP for dog kennel and lack of Town of Union dog licenses

11.)  Tentative approval to closeRiske Roadfor Fall Championship Tractor Pull at the UTC Grounds

12.)  Update on roads

13.)  Update on MRFD – fire and ambulance

14.)  Communications/public comments 

15.)  Review and payment of bills.

16.)  Adjourn.  

Sharon Olsen, Town Clerk,

Posted November 5, 2016  

Attendance by members of the Plan Commission may inadvertently make a quorum of the Plan Commission, no action by the commission will take place at this meeting.  

TOWN OF UNION

PUBLIC BUDGET HEARING  AND SPECIAL ELECTORS'  MEETING

Notice is hereby given that a Public Budget Hearing for the Town of Union in the County of Waupaca, State of Wisconsin, for the transaction of business as is by law required or permitted to be transacted at such meeting, will be held at the Union Town Hall in said town on Monday, November 7, 2016 at 6:00 p.m. The Special Town Meeting of the Electors will begin immediately after the budget meeting.

  AGENDA

1.)    Call hearing to order.

2.)    Minutes from 2015 hearing.

3.)    Proposed Budget

4.)    Discuss the overall budget

5.)    Adjourn the budget hearing

6.)    Call special town meeting to order

7.)    Input from public

8.)    Adopt the Town Tax Levy to be paid in 2017 pursuant to Sec. 60.10 (1) (a) of Wisconsin Statutes

9.)    Adjourn  

Sharon Olsen, Town Clerk,

Posted November 5, 2016  

Attendance by members of the Plan Commission and Town Board may inadvertently make a quorum of each, but  no action by the commission or board  will take place at this hearing or  meeting.

NOTICE OF PUBLIC BUDGET HEARING

FOR TOWN OF UNION  

Notice is hereby given that on Monday, November 7, 2016 at 6:00 p.m. a PUBLIC HEARING on the PROPOSED 2017 BUDGET will be held at theUnionTown Hall, E6592 State Road 22, Bear Creek. The proposed budget will be posted in four public places and the town’s website. It will be available in detail for inspection with Sharon Olsen, Clerk, by appointment.   

Notice is hereby given that a Special Meeting of the Town of Union Electors, will immediately follow the Public Hearing, pursuant to Sec. 60.12(1)(c) of WI Statutes for the following purposes:

1. To adopt the Town Tax Levy to be paid in 2017 pursuant to Sec. 60.10(1)(a) of WI Statutes.  

Notice is hereby given that the monthly Town Board Meeting will immediately follow the Special Meeting of the Electors. Please see posted agenda for items to be discussed or for action that may be taken.  

Sharon Olsen, Clerk                                                                                        WNAXLP 

Town of Union

Plan Commission

Meeting Minutes 

                                                                                                                                                                October 18, 2016

                                                         Union Town Hall

Members Present:  Gary Schoen, Dave Heideman, Steve Bauer, Mike Janke and Walter Strebe.

Others Present:  Ryan Brown, Waupaca County Planning and Zoning Director, Jessica Beckendorf, Community Development Educator, and Kelly Ramstack, local citizen.  

Chair Schoen called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. and read the opening meeting statement.  

Motion by Strebe, second by Bauer to approve the agenda.  Motion carried.  

Heideman read the minutes from the August 1, 2016 Plan Commission meeting.  Motion by Bauer, second by Janke to approve the minutes as presented.  Motion carried.  

Ryan Brown led a discussion on the process of the review of the Town’s Comprehensive Plan and possible update to the Plan.  The Plan is a 25 year plan and should be reviewed every five to ten years.  Jessica Beckendorf also provided input on updating the Plan and said she would send updated statistical tables.  

The Plan commission decided the first three meetings to review the Plan would be held the third Tuesday of the month beginning at 7:00 p.m.  These dates would be November 15, December 20, and January 17.  Each meeting will review two elements to the Comprehensive Plan.  

The Plan Commission would like to encourage public participation while reviewing the Plan.  To inform the public, landowners will be sent a post card informing them of the dates and times of the meetings and what Elements will be reviewed at the meetings.  A flyer identifying the dates, time, and Elements to be reviewed at the meetings will also be provided to voters at the General Election on November 8.  

Motion by Strebe, seconded by Janke to adjourn.  Motion carried.  

Meeting adjourned at 8:30 p.m. 

Respectfully Submitted,

Dave Heideman

Plan Commission Secretary

Posted: Oct 22, 2016

TOWN OF UNION

PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING  

Notice is hereby given that a Planning Commission Meeting for the Town of Union in the County of Waupaca, State of Wisconsin, for the transaction of business as is by law required or permitted to be transacted at such meeting, will be held at the Union Town Hall on Tuesday, October 18, 2016 at 7:00 PM.  

AGENDA  

1.) Call meeting to order.  

2.) Open meeting statement.

This meeting and all other meetings of this committee are open to the public. Proper notice has been posted in accordance with Wisconsin Statutes so the citizenry may be aware of the time, place and agenda of this meeting.  

3.) Review and approve agenda.  

4.) Review and approve minutes of previous meeting.  

5.) Purpose of this meeting is to discuss, review, and possibly begin to update the Town’s Comprehensive Plan. Ryan Brown, Waupaca County Zoning Administrator, will be in attendance.  

6.) Adjourn  

Posted: Oct 12,2016

Town of Union Minutes

Town Board Meeting

October 3, 2016  

The meeting was called to order by Chairman Roger Henschel at 7:00 p.m. Those present were Dave Heideman, Gary Schoen, Roger Henschel, Sandra Werth, Sharon Olsen, guests Jeff Graichen and Lynn Graichen of Graichen Sanitation; and residents as per sign-in sheet. The open meeting statement was given by Henschel.  

Agenda: Motion by Schoen, second by Heideman, to approve the agenda as presented. Motion carried.  

Graichen Sanitation: Lynn Graichen and Jeff Graichen of Graichen Sanitation attended the meeting to finalize the approval of the contract for services with the town. The contract is for a term of five years.Lynn said if there is a pay-out from the recycling facility, they will pass it on to the towns.  Schoen questioned how Graichen’s arrived at the count of 331 stops and Lynn responded that was a number he was given years ago and has never changed it. He said you may gain a house here or there and you also may lose one. He wasn’t concerned if the number increased or decreased a few. The board discussed options of trying to determine the correct number of stops. The cost of the hauling charge increased $.70 per unit and the cost of the recycling charge increased $.25 per unit. We were paying $3,310 per month for hauling garbage and $827.50 per month for recycling. The town will now be paying $3,541.70 for hauling and $910.25 for recycling. Motion by Schoen, second by Heideman, to approve the five-year contract. Motion carried.  

Also discussed was the new recycling program by Revolution Plastics. The company has on-farm collection dumpsters with free pick-up available for farmers to use. The program includes the collection of ag/grain bags, most bunker covers, and bale wraps. It is a great way to dispose of ag plastics properly and conveniently. Not all farms qualify. If someone is interested in the program they may complete a form online at www.revolutionplastics.com or call toll free 844-490-7873 to see if they qualify. They ask that they shake out the plastics with a skid steer before putting the plastics in the dumpster. Trash can liners will be made out of the recycled plastics.  

Board Meeting Minutes: Minutes of the September 6th meeting were previously submitted to the board and had been reviewed. Schoen said he had a correction as under the road report the road work that was not done properly by the county was on Ferg Road,not School Section Lane as listed in the minutes.  Motion by Heideman, second by Henschel, to accept as presented with the submitted correction. Motion carried.  

Treasurer’s Report: The treasurer’s report was given by Werth. Motion by Heideman, second by Schoen, to approve the treasurer’s report as given. Motion carried.  

Disbursements: The disbursements for September were reviewed with checks # 5982 through # 5999 paid for a total amount of $15,499.24. Motion by Schoen, second by Heideman, to approve the prior month’s disbursements as presented. Motion carried.  

Road Report: Henschel reported Riske Road and Shady Lane are black topped. They still need to do the shouldering yet. A couple of culverts still have to be installed. Pot holes are marked on East River Road.  They may put matting in. They will get a hoe in there and see how it is. A couple holes on Pethke hill on West River Road will be fixed. The ditch on Much Road has to be cleaned out yet. Henschel said Jill Lodewegen will be sending something via e-mail regarding the 50/50 shared cost on the 48” diameter culvert that was installed on Riske Road. Olsen is to include a written request to the county when submitting the payment so we will be reimbursed for the 50/50 culvert.  

Heideman questioned as to how big the shoulders will be on Riske Road and Shady Lane as the roads look narrow as is so far.  Henschel stated it depends on how much solid base is available.  

Fire and Ambulance Report:  Henschel reported things have gotten a lot better. They are hoping to keep the relationships good. Jackie Beyer is back as secretary/treasurer and she will be getting a $5.00/hour raise. Rob Roseneau will also be getting a pay raise in his salary, as well as others too. There will be no raise in assessments for next year. Schoen questioned if fire and/or ambulance respond to a property owned by the Amish and they say they have it under control and don’t need their assistance do they still get charged. Henschel said they would as the call was made.  

Wisconsin Towns Association State Convention:  The convention will be held October 9- 11^th at the Holiday Inn and Convention Center in Stevens Point. Schoen and Henschel both plan to only attend on Monday.  

Turn Out for Transportation: The meeting was held at our town hall. There were 31 participants in attendance from several townships. Some towns were not represented. County Board Chairman Dick Koeppen also attended. They discussed alternatives in raising funds for roads. They don’t want to put it on a wheel tax or vehicle registration as that would only affect our state. Some suggested a 10 cent per gallon increase in gas tax. There won’t be any toll roads developed to increase funding as they are too costly.Walker remains firm in stating there won’t be an increase in gas tax. We will have to see where it goes from here.  County roads O and OO are suppose to be in the five-year plan again.  

Public Budget Hearing:  Last year our public budget hearing was held prior to the November town board meeting. It was agreed upon that we will again hold it prior to the start of the November 7^th town board meeting. Because November is when we begin the earlier start times for the winter months the public budget hearing will begin at 6:00 p.m., with the town board meeting to immediately follow.  

Comprehensive Plan: Schoen reported Ryan Brown, Waupaca County Zoning Administrator, is available October 18^th at 7:00 p.m. to meet with the plan commission to discuss the comprehensive plan. Schoen reported there are nine elements in the comprehensive plan and it may take at least five or six meetings to review and update them all. He requested we allow an additional $300 per meeting of the plan commission, $1800 for six meetings, in next year’s budget. An agenda will need to be done for the October 18^th meeting.  

November Election:  The election for the partisan offices will be held November 8^th. Olsen shared the sample ballot with the board and those in attendance. The seven election workers that will be working are Mary Riesenberg, Gary Schoen, Lola Bonikowske, Lois Riske, Dorothy Janke, Diane Werth, and Barbara Lightfuss. Schoen said he had some discussion with others regarding having a greeter at the door and when the voter enters they would show their photo identification to the greeter. The greeter would then give the voter a card to show at the table when preparing to sign the poll book, etc. If a new voter would need to complete a voter’s registration form, the greeter would assist with the registration, and the next voter to enter the door would need to proceed to the table to continue with the voting process, etc. Schoen reported it works well for a neighboring township.  

Waupaca County Clerk Mary Robbins is holding a training at the courthouse for chief inspectors on October 19^th at 1:00 p.m. All three of our chief inspectors, as well as the clerk, are registered to attend.  

The town board would like to encourage everyone to get out and vote!  

Communications and Public Comments:   Marilyn Herman reported the annual meeting of the cemetery board was held on September 19^th. A certified letter was mailed to the individual that placed concrete, decorations, etc on a plot without getting permission. They gave the person 20 days to clean it up or the town will. Cemetery rates are increasing effective November 1^st so she encouraged those that are interested in purchasing a plot to do so before the rate increases. All cemetery decorations need to be removed by October 15^th. A new regulation has been added - solar lights will no longer be allowed due to the possibility of being a fire hazard.  

Herman also reported if the Amish want to put in a cemetery they would need to apply to the state to be part of the cemetery association. There is a state statue that requires a vault. The Amish have established a cemetery in the Town ofDupont. There are about 10 or 12 people buried there. The town has a contract with them should they move away that they have to pay the maintenance. Herman informed the board she spoke with someone from Neillsville and they are paying for maintenance for the Amish cemetery because they moved out of the area. Werth reported seeing a documentary on television about a green cemetery. Herman reported there are only two green cemeteries in the state. One is in Green County and the other is nearJefferson.  

Heideman attended a meeting on the continuity of government in the event of a disaster or interruption of services. It was regarding planning for rural communities and government operations. He questioned on whether or not the town would want to develop a plan. Henschel stated we had already completed forms with the county in the event of an emergency. Heideman had previously shared the form with Olsen and she saved it in case the need ever comes up in the future.  

Henschel reported he attended a recycling meeting. There are a lot of changes. Olsen and Henschel both received the 2016 Municipal Recycling Assessment letter from the county. An invoice will be sent to the town by January 16, 2017, for our share and it will be payable by March 1, 2017. Our share of the assessment is $777.70.  

The barking dog complaint remains to be an issue. They have also done work on their property without a permit. The owners should have obtained a conditional use permit and should have a structure for a dog kennel. The county is involved in both issues. It was noted they have about 18 dogs and they breed and sell them. Schoen stated they will need to do the same process as the previous kennel that was approved by the town.  

Olsen reminded everyone of the Symco Dasheree to be held October 15^th beginning at 4:00 p.m. and a soup supper to follow at 5:30 p.m.  Olsen notified Jeni Mursau of the town’s decision not to pay for the police presence. Olsen is assisting Mursau in obtaining the police coverage.  

Olsen shared she received notification the town will receive $29,633 in shared revenue for 2017.

Olsen asked the board if they registered to attend the annual fall meeting of the county highway department. They did and plan to attend the Thursday, October 6^th at 6:30 meeting at the Larrabee Shop.  

Olsen reminded the board of the e-mail she previously received from Mary Robbins regarding the Eagle voting machine becoming obsolete and what the town’s intentions are. The e-mail stated we may need to upgrade to the Insight model or use more touch screen voting equipment. It was noted the town has some voters that refuse to use the touch screen voting machine. Olsen is to contact Command Central for pricing and availability of voting machines.  

A notice was received there were issues with registering for the teleconference series of Local Government Issues, Challenges, and Strategies. If anyone registered for any of the series they would need to re-register.  

Olsen shared the Notice of Decisions she received from the county. One was the granting of the application for the Minor Indoor Institutional use (Amish school) with four conditions. The other was the granting of the application to combine the two permits in to one for the Dennison property.  

Land use permit application was reviewed for Ed Borntrager on Zabel Road for the construction of a 20’ x 54’ school with the project cost of $25,000.  

Managed Forest Law – Transfer Orders were presented and reviewed for Philip Blohm Sr to transfer 31 acres to Philip J and Janice M Blohm Joint Irrevocable Trust and Jeffrey J Schuh to transfer 12 acres to Timothy J Schuler.

Bills: Bills for October were reviewed, approved and paid.  

Next Meeting:  Next month’s board meeting will be held Monday, November 7th, beginning immediately following the public budget hearing that will begin at 6:00 p.m.  

Motion by Schoen, second by Heideman, to adjourn the meeting. Motion carried. The meeting was adjourned at 9:05 p.m.  

These and all meeting minutes are subject to board approval.  

Respectfully Submitted,  

Sharon Olsen, Town Clerk

 TOWN OF UNION

TOWN BOARD MEETING  

Notice is hereby given that a Town Board Meeting for the Town of Union in the County of Waupaca, State of Wisconsin, for the transaction of business as is by law required or permitted to be transacted at such meeting, will be held at the Union Town Hall in said town on Monday, October 3, 2016 at 7 PM.  

AGENDA  

1.)    Call meeting to order.

2.)    Open meeting statement.

3.)    Review and approve agenda.

4.)    Graichen Sanitation

5.)    Approve minutes from last meeting.

6.)    Approve treasurer’s report.

7.)    Approve prior month’s disbursements.

8.)    Roads update

9.)    Fire and Ambulance

10.) WTAStateConvention

11.)  Turn Out for Transportation

12.)  Discussion on budget for November meeting

13.)  Change in time for town board meetings – winter schedule

14.)  Discussion and establishing a date to start reviewing and updating Comprehensive Plan.

15.)  November Election

16.)  Public comments/communications.   

17.)  Review and payment of bills.

18.)  Adjourn.  

Sharon Olsen, Town Clerk,

Posted October 2, 2016  

Attendance by members of the Plan Commission may inadvertently make a quorum of the Plan Commission, no action by the commission will take place at this meeting.

TURN OUT FOR TRANSPORTATION

Notice of a Special Town Board Meeting

7:00 P.M., Thursday, September 29, 2016

Town of Union,Waupaca County,Wisconsin

To be held at the

Union Town Hall

E6592 State Road 22

Bear CreekWI 54922

Agenda

The Town Board has been invited to attend a meeting of all local general purpose governments in the county to discuss transportation related issues. Brian Smith, Mayor of Waupaca, will be the host. Topics will include the current condition of roads, culverts, and bridges; impacts on safety and economy; and sustainable funding. A quorum of the town board might be in attendance at this meeting; however, no action will be taken by the town board at this meeting.

Posted by Sharon Olsen, Town Clerk, the 14th day of September, 2016 in the following locations at the request of Town Chairperson Roger Henschel:

1. UnionTown Hall
2. Town Website

Public Notice of Annual Meeting of the Union Cemetery Association

Union Cemetery Association Annual Meeting will be held on Monday, September 19, 2016 at 7:00 PM at the Union Town Hall, Hwy 22, Symco to hear public comment, address concerns, approve minutes and annual report, conduct old and new business and hold election of officers. The Union Cemetery Association operates at the request of the Town Board and provides oversight to the Union, Marble and Danish Cemeteries.

Town of Union Minutes

Town Board Meeting

September 6, 2016  

The meeting was called to order by Chairman Roger Henschel at 7:00 p.m. Those present were Dave Heideman, Roger Henschel, Sandra Werth, Sharon Olsen, guests Veronica Isherwood, candidate for county district attorney; Dave Loken, Rural Insurance; Lynn Graichen, Graichen Sanitation; and residents as per sign-in sheet. The open meeting statement was given by Henschel.  

Agenda: Motion by Henschel to approve the agenda as presented. Second by Heideman. Motion carried.  

Isherwood:  Veronica Isherwood, candidate for county district attorney, introduced herself. She shared her experience and background and why she felt she was qualified for the office. She addressed questions from the floor.  

Rural Insurance: Dave Loken, representative of Rural Insurance, attended the meeting to do a mandatory review of the town’s current insurance policy. He said the $250 deductible is on the lower end. He went through the coverage, page by page. He explained the new cyber coverage. He requested we provide the serial numbers for both voting machines, as well as the serial number for the town’s tractor.  

Graichen Sanitation: The owner, Lynn Graichen, attended the meeting as our services contract for garbage and recycling expires the end of 2016. With the new contract offer he did not include a cost of living increase or straight across the board increase of 10% like some others do. He said if there is a pay-out from the recycling facility, they will pay it out to the towns. He proposed a five year contract rather than the four year contract. He had to change a couple of numbers on the contract papers and will either mail it to us or attend the meeting in October for us to sign the contract.  

Board Meeting Minutes: Minutes of the August 1^st meeting were previously submitted to the board and had been reviewed. Motion by Heideman, second by Henschel, to accept as presented. Motion carried. 

Treasurer’s Report: The treasurer’s report was given by Werth. Motion by Henschel, second by Heideman, to approve the treasurer’s report as given. Motion carried.  

Disbursements: The disbursements for August were reviewed with checks # 5961 through # 5981 paid for a total amount of $22,103.09. Motion by Heideman, second by Henschel, to approve the prior month’s disbursements as presented. Motion carried.  

Certified Survey Map: Olsen had received the CSM for Jose Anaya and Amy Anaya in the mail. The board reviewed the map. Motion by Heideman, second by Henschel, to approve the CSM as presented. Motion passed. Olsen will give the map and check that was received with it to the Waupaca County Zoning Department.  

Symco Dasheree:  Jeni Mursau, organizer of the Symco Dasheree, had requested the Dasheree be on the agenda. There was much discussion on whether or not the town would pay for police presence at the event. Olsen had checked with the Waupaca County Sheriff’s Department. They offer coverage by a part-time officer at $17 per hour, with a two hour minimum. Mursau felt they would only need two hours of coverage as the event will be held October 15^th at 4:00 p.m. and a soup supper will be held at 5:30 p.m. The board felt we have not paid for police presence at any previous events, such as the Thresheree, Shake Down, etc. and should not set precedence by paying for it for the Dasheree. Motion was made by Heideman, second by Henschel, not to pay for police presence. Olsen is to let Mursau know of the board’s decision.

Amish Cemetery: Henschel checked with the county zoning office and Marilyn Herman, secretary of the Cemetery Association, checked with the state. Henschel reported there is an Amish cemetery located behind the Amish school house in the Town ofDupont. Herman reported the state informed her if the Amish get it approved as a private cemetery, the town is responsible for maintaining it in a dignified manner if they were to ever vacate the property. Henschel said he will check with the Town ofDupont on how they handled theirs. Henschel questioned on whether or not the town should/could ask for an escrow amount for care in case they would ever vacate.  

Road Report: Henschel reported some of the culvert work is done. Riske Road will run a little over $100,000 and Shady Lane around $90,000. There will be one more culvert yet at Riske Road and State Highway 22. Per Henschel, we didn’t know what the state was going to do until a week or two ago. We don’t want to do the road work and have the culvert collapse in a year and then have to tear up the road again. Henschel said we got 50/50 for the one on Cleveland Road. The reclaimer will be coming the 14^th of September. The plan is to repaveShady Lane from below the hill, the edge of Tellock’s woods out to County Road O. If there is still money available, the potholes will be filled onEast River Road as well as the boat landing at School Section. Henschel reported there was a new man operating the rubber-tired hoe and five hours of work onSchool Section Road for about $1,000 has to be redone as there is a sink hole. They will come back and redo it at no expense to the town.  

The plastic culvert issue still isn’t resolved on Hanson Road. The culvert has been sitting along side the driveway, but has not been installed. The board requested Olsen send the landowners a letter informing them it has to be installed by the end of September or the town will have it installed and the costs will be put on the landowners’ tax bill.  

Fire and Ambulance Report:  Henschel reported Jackie Beyer is back as secretary/treasurer. Christine Casey was on for two-to-three months. He said they were in closed session and he couldn’t talk about it.  

Wisconsin Town’s Association: Colleen McCoy resigned as chair person. The vice chair will take over as interim chair. Henschel talked about the Turn Out for Transportation meeting. They requested to use the Union Town Hall as it is centrally located in the county. There was some discussion on the option of increasing the gas tax. Wisconsin has one of the highest rates for gas tax, $.32.9. Hawaii is $.35, Minnesota is $.28.6 but they also have a state excise tax. No one is sure what the answer is but everyone knows something has to be done to help pay for maintaining and creating rural roads. Henschel will contact Jill at the Highway Department to confirm if our town hall will be the location for the Turn Out for Transportation meeting on September 29^th. He will let Olsen know so she can post the meeting.  

Communications and Public Comments:   Marilyn Herman reported we sold one cemetery lot this month. She requested Olsen post the notice of the annual meeting of the Cemetery Board, which will be held on Monday, September 19, at 7:00 p.m.,on the town’s website.  

A barking dog complaint was received.  

Henschel informed Olsen he and Schoen were contemplating attending the WTA state convention October 9 – 11^th. He will let Olsen know if she needed to submit registration and fees.  

Olsen requested to order the DVDs made available by the Town’s Association for the clerk and treasurer’s positions. The board gave approval and also requested she order the DVD for the board.  

Land use permit applications were reviewed for Richard and Sandra Procknow, a 10’ x 16’ shed with a 6’ entry porch; Ed Borntreger, a 4’ x 4’ phone booth; Debra Barton, deck partially around an above ground pool; Todd R Olsen, 54’ x 40’ storage shed with a 54’ x 12’ wide lean on north end; Ronald Nachtrab, 36’ x 12’ portable building for storage purposes; and Joseph Beechy, 6’ x 8’ addition to pump house.

Notice of Intent to Cut Wood Products was reviewed for Walter and Robert Ewert.  

Bills: Bills for September were reviewed, approved and paid.  

Next Meeting:  Next month’s board meeting will be held Monday, October 3rd, beginning at 7:00 p.m.   

Motion by Henschel, second by Heideman, to adjourn the meeting. Motion carried. The meeting was adjourned at 9:00 p.m.  

These and all meeting minutes are subject to board approval.  

Respectfully Submitted,  

Sharon Olsen, Town Clerk  

TOWN OF UNION

TOWN BOARD MEETING  

Notice is hereby given that a Town Board Meeting for the Town of Union in the County of Waupaca, State of Wisconsin, for the transaction of business as is by law required or permitted to be transacted at such meeting, will be held at the Union Town Hall in said  town on  Tuesday, September 6, 2016 at  7 PM.  

AGENDA  

1.)    Call meeting to order.

2.)    Open meeting statement.

3.)    Review and approve agenda.

4.)    Veronica Isherwood, candidate for Waupaca County District Attorney

5.)    Dave Loken, Rural Insurance

6.)    Lynne Graichen, Graichen Sanitation 

7.)    Approve minutes from August meeting.

8.)    Approve treasurer’s report.

9.)    Approve prior month’s disbursements.

10.)  Certified Survey Map for Jose and Amy Anaya

11.)  Symco Dasheree

12.) AmishCemetery

13.)  Road update

14.)  Fire and Ambulance update

15.)  WTA meeting update

16.)  Public comments/communications.   

17.)  Review and payment of bills.

18.)  Adjourn.  

Sharon Olsen, Town Clerk,

Posted September 2, 2016

Attendance by members of the Plan Commission may inadvertently make a quorum of the Plan Commission, no action by the commission will take place at this meeting.

Town of Union Minutes

Town Board Meeting

August 1, 2016  

The meeting was called to order by Chairman Roger Henschel at 7:08 p.m. Those present were Gary Schoen, Dave Heideman, Roger Henschel, Sandra Werth, Sharon Olsen, guests Mark Sether, candidate for county treasurer; and Zoning Administrator, Ryan Brown,  other guests and residents as per sign-in sheet. The open meeting statement was given by Henschel.  

Agenda: Motion by Schoen to approve the agenda as presented. Second by Heideman. Motion carried.  

Sether:  Mark Sether, candidate for county treasurer, introduced himself. He shared his qualifications and his thoughts on why he was running for office. He addressed questions from the floor.  

Board Meeting Minutes: Minutes of the July 7^th meeting were previously submitted to the board and had been reviewed. Motion by Schoen to accept as presented, second by Heideman. Motion carried.  

Treasurer’s Report: The treasurer’s report was given by Werth. Motion by Heideman, second by Schoen, to approve the treasurer’s report. Motion carried.   

Disbursements: The disbursements for July were reviewed with checks # 5942 through # 5960 paid for a total amount of $28,464.66. Motion by Schoen, second by Heideman, to approve the prior month’s disbursements as presented. Motion carried.  

Zoning Map Amendment Applications, Conditional Use Permit, and Certified Survey Maps: Schoen reported the Plan Commission met prior to the town board meeting and they recommended to the town board to combine the two conditional use permits for the Dennison property in to one CUP; with the change of adding Waupaca County Planning and Zoning Committee to replace the current reading of planning and zoning. Discussion followed and motion was made by Schoen, second by Heideman, to approve combining the two CUPs. Motion passed.  

The Plan Commission also reviewed the Conditional Use Permit for a Minor Institutional (Amish school house). The Plan Commission recommended a turn-around on the property for the school bus. After discussion, Schoen made the motion to approve the CUP, second by Heideman, motion passed. The question was raised as to whether the town needed to install a school zone sign. Zoning Administrator Ryan Brown is going to check with Bob to see if a turn-around is required and what other requirements might be needed. He will let the board know as to his findings. Brown also stated the goal is to minimize losing more agricultural land.  

Charging Fees for Special Meetings:  The topic had been on the agenda for two months. Henschel read the ordinance and after some discussion a motion was made by Schoen, second by Heideman, to adopt the ordinance for charging a fee for special meetings. Motion passed. It becomes effective August 1, 2016, upon being passed and signing of the ordinance.  

Road Report: Henschel reported the county fixed a few bad pot holes on Riske Road as a temporary fix, but the actual road work will begin after the car show which is going to be held the second weekend in August. It was unfortunate the state couldn’t wait until after the Thresheree weekend to do their work on Highway 54 as they rerouted traffic to Hwy 22/110. Because of this the Thresheree parade could not be held using the highway but was held on the Thresheree grounds. Schoen reported it went well.  

September Town Board Meeting:  Because Labor Day falls on the first Monday of September, our town board meeting will be held Tuesday, September 6^th at 7:00 p.m. The earlier start time of 6:00 p.m. doesn’t go in to effect until the November meeting.  

Communications and Public Comments:   The town has lost road signs again. The yield sign is missing at Dennison and Postel Roads. Werth said a resident questioned as to why a new fire number wasn’t installed at the old shed in Symco. Schoen reported that at the time the fire numbers were replaced they thought the old shed was going to be torn down.   

Schoen brought up the subject of mil foil on the lakes. After some discussion, Henschel said the owners should consider forming a lake association.  

The annual meeting of the Cemetery Board will be held on September 19^th. Marilyn Herman said she will do the notice. She will submit it to Olsen so it can be shared on the town’s website. Herman reported someone placed trinkets on a gravesite in theUnionCemetery without asking anyone and that they need to be removed as it violates the conditions/requirements of the cemetery. When she discussed it with him he said he didn’t think he had to ask anyone as it’s his property. Herman reported a lot of cemeteries are now banning solar lights due to fire hazards.  

Schoen has not received any more information regarding the Ferg property at the top of Symco hill. He will contact the excavator to see if Ferg has contacted him and when he might start the work.  

Henschel reported the town would like to know what the intentions of Graichen Sanitation are concerning the new contract for services. He said there are 331 units and we had been charged $2.50 per unit. He requested a letter be sent.  

Schoen questioned Ryan Brown, zoning administrator who was still in attendance at the meeting, on whether a property owner would be required to have a permit if they allowed campers on their property. Schoen’s concern is there isn’t a fire number on theWest River Roadproperty in case of an emergency. Brown said any permanent structure requires a fire number. Brown also questioned as to whether they were family and friends camping. He also said trailers are allowed with out a permit for up to 30 days. However, if it is going to be for more than 30 days they are required to have a permit. Brown also stated campgrounds require a minimum of five acres. 

A resident questioned what the speed limit is onBridge Road. Henschel answered it is 55 miles per hour. The town can only reduce the speed limit to 45 mph; otherwise the Department of Transportation would have to do a study to determine the amount of traffic, use, etc.  

Herman wanted to have the minutes reflect the shrubs look great! She complimented Heideman on the job he did. Heideman reported the outside electric box doesn’t work. He checked the breakers and that wasn’t the problem. He said he had to run a cord from inside the building. Henschel said we will have to look in to the matter further and have it checked.  

Schoen made a motion to amend the agenda and to approve two operator licenses as Symco Store (Union Bar and Grill) had submitted applications for Kim Fassbender and Brooke Buschke. The license will become effective when it is determined they have successful background checks.  Second by Heideman. Motion carried.  

Land use permit applications were reviewed for Bernard Bauer, a new 28’ x 24’ garage, and David Paters, a new addition of a 46’ x 8’ screened, wrap around deck with roof and a bump-out entry way.  

Managed Forest Law – Transfer Order  was reviewed for David Heideman. It was formerly owned by David L Heideman and upon transfer is now listed as David L Heideman Living Trust.

Upcoming Election:  Olsen reminded everyone to vote at the Partisan Primary Election to be held on August 9^th.  

Bills: Bills for August were reviewed, approved and paid.  

Next Meeting:  Next month’s board meeting will be held Tuesday, September 6th, beginning at 7:00 p.m.  

Motion by Heideman, second by Schoen, to adjourn the meeting. Motion carried. The meeting was adjourned at 8:30 p.m.  

These and all meeting minutes are subject to board approval.  

Respectfully Submitted,  

Sharon Olsen, Town Clerk

TOWN OF UNION

TOWN BOARD MEETING  

Notice is hereby given that a Town Board Meeting for the Town of Union in the County of Waupaca, State of Wisconsin, for the transaction of business as is by law required or permitted to be transacted at such meeting, will be held at the Union Town Hall in said town on Monday, August 1, 2016 at  7 PM.  

AGENDA  

1.)    Call meeting to order.

2.)    Open meeting statement.

3.)    Review and approve agenda.

4.)    Mark Sether, Candidate for CountyTreasurer.

5.)    Approve minutes from last meeting.

6.)    Approve treasurer’s report.

7.)    Approve prior month’s disbursements.

8.)    Conditional Use Permits.    

9.)    Ordinance for charging fee for when special meetings are required  

10.)  Updated road report, if any.

11.)  Set date for September board meeting, due to Labor Day holiday.

12.)  Public comments/communications.   

13)   Review and payment of bills.

14.)  Adjourn.  

Sharon Olsen, Town Clerk  

Posted:  July 30, 2016

Attendance by members of the Plan Commission may inadvertently make a quorum of the Plan Commission, no action by the commission will take place at this meeting.

TOWN OF UNION

PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING  

Notice is hereby given that a Planning Commission Meeting for the Town of Union in the County of Waupaca, State of Wisconsin, for the transaction of business as is by law required or permitted to be transacted at such meeting, will be held at the Union Town Hall on Monday, August 1, 2016 at 6:00 PM.  

AGENDA  

1.) Call meeting to order. 

2.) Open meeting statement. This meeting and all other meetings of this committee are open to the public. Proper notice has been posted in accordance with Wisconsin Statutes so the citizenry may be aware of the time, place and agenda of this meeting.  

3.) Review and approve agenda.  

4.) Review and approve minutes of previous meeting.  

5.) Purpose of this meeting is to discuss, review, and take action on the following:  

     A. Combine current Conditional Use Permits for Non-Metallic Mineral Extraction (CP-008-13 and CP-005-16) into one (1) Conditional Use Permit for properties owned by Dennison Family Trust, Russel H. and Mary Lou Dennison Revocable Trust and Waupaca Foundry, Inc. located in section 13.  

B. Conditional Use Permit for a Minor Indoor Institutional (AmishSchool) for Ed and Katie Borntreger, Sec 28, Parcel # 19-28-32, physical address isE5879 Zabel Road, Manawa.

6.) Adjourn

Posted: July 30, 2016

Town of Union Minutes

Town Board Meeting

July 7, 2016  

The meeting was called to order by Chairman Roger Henschel at 7:02 p.m. Those present were Dave Heideman, Gary Schoen, Roger Henschel, Sandra Werth, Sharon Olsen, and residents as per sign-in sheet. The open meeting statement was given by Henschel.  

Agenda: Motion by Schoen to amend the agenda to remove the combining of current conditional use permits for non-metallic extraction (CP-008-13 and CP-005-16) into one as the party had requested. It may possibly be on next month’s agenda. Second by Heideman. Motion carried.  

Board Meeting Minutes: Minutes of the June 6^th meeting were previously submitted to the board and had been reviewed. Motion by Schoen to accept as presented, second by Heideman. Motion carried.  

Treasurer’s Report: The treasurer’s report was given by Werth. She had added the April deposit of $279.70 fromWaupacaCounty to her report but was unsure what it was for. She will check in to it. Motion by Heideman, second by Schoen, to approve the treasurer’s report. Motion carried.   

Disbursements: The disbursements for June were reviewed with checks # 5928 through # 5941 paid for a total amount of $5,273.81. The bill from Graichen’s was not included. Motion by Schoen, second by Heideman, to approve the prior month’s disbursements as presented. Motion carried.  

Zoning Map Amendment Applications, Conditional Use Permit, and Certified Survey Maps: The Plan Commission met prior to the town board meeting and had approved the zoning map amendments and conditional use permit to present to the board for review and possible action. Discussion followed. A Zoning Map Amendment application for the Robert and Cynthia Zills property located in section 16 (parcel #19-16-32) from Agriculture Enterprise to Agriculture Retention was reviewed. Schoen reported Zills is interested in crop raising land, not wooded, and Rick Wirth is interested in the woodland.  Motion by Heideman, second by Schoen, to approve the zoning map change. Motion carried.  

A Zoning Map Amendment application for areas within Farmland Preservation for the Amy and Jose Anaya property located in section 32 (part of parcel #19-32-22-4) from Agriculture Enterprise to Rural Retention-Overlay was reviewed. Motion by Schoen, second by Heideman, to approve the zoning map change for the Anaya property. Motion carried. A conditional use permit for their property was also reviewed. Motion by Heideman, second by Schoen, for the approval of the permit for animal husbandry as Jose Anaya wants to raise chickens. Motion passed.  

Charging Fees for Special Meetings:  After discussion, a decision was made to charge a fee when it was necessary to call a special meeting. We can only charge the actual costs incurred. It is to cover the $45 per diem per member, times however many members necessary to attend the meeting. If there is an hourly charge, it will be $12/hour. The board decided not to include other special requests when they have planned meetings to work on updating our town’s comprehensive plan as there wouldn’t be enough time to address everything. Motion by Heideman, second by Schoen, to adopt an ordinance for the charging of a fee for any special meeting that needs to be called. It will be modeled after the Town ofLittle Wolf Motion carried.  

Updating the Comprehensive Plan:  Schoen recommended waiting until the Dennison property is resolved before setting any date for starting to review the town’s comprehensive plan. A date will be determined sometime later in the fall/winter.  

Liquor, Beer, Cigarette, and Operator Licenses:  Olsen reported a problem at one of the establishments in Symco. When she dropped off the licenses at the bar she found an unlicensed bartender working. She informed the operator she was working without a license for the Town ofUnion. Olsen tried contacting the person in charge but was unable to reach the party. Discussion followed.  The operator stopped in prior to the board meeting to submit her application. Schoen also presented two new applications for operator licenses which were submitted to him. Olsen will run background checks.  Motion by Schoen, second by Heideman, to approve the three operator licenses (Angel and James Drozd for the Thresheree Club and Adrian Oleson for Still Phil’s), pending successful background checks on all three. Motion carried.  

Broadband and Survey from Town’s Association:  Marilyn Herman stated the UWEX had previously been expanding broadband but legislators took it away. Nothing has been done since but we need improved service.  A discussion followed with a motion made by Schoen, second by Heideman, to adopt a resolution for broadband and internet service inWaupacaCounty. Motion passed.  

The survey from the Town’s Association was previously worked on at last months meeting. Henschel, with the help of those in attendance at this meeting, had answered the remaining couple of questions that Olsen needed assistance with prior to submitting the survey online.  Olsen will submit the survey as soon as she is able.  

Upcoming Election:  Olsen wanted to remind everyone of the Partisan Primary Election to be held on August 9^th. Werth submitted the names of three election workers that agreed to work for the election. After discussion, the decision was made to increase the number of workers to five as we are not sure three would be sufficient.  It’s hard to predict voter turn-out, but there is county, state, and federal positions listed on the ballot for August 9^th.  

Communications and Public Comments:   Schoen reported he spoke with the owner of the trailer home at the top of Symco hill. The owner informed Schoen he is having S & S Excavating come out to give him a bid on cleaning it up. Brian Janke’s old farm was brought up for discussion as the lawn is in dire need of being mowed.  

Henschel reported the shrubs around the town hall have to be pruned back. Heideman said he will take on the task. Henschel also reported he received a call from Fahner. They gave him a bid of about $9,000 for the seal coating that needs to be done in the town.  Work has not started onRiske Road. The county highway department is aware when the Thresheree will take place.  

Marilyn Herman presented two cemetery deeds for signatures. Both were for the Danish Cemetery.  

Land use permit applications were reviewed for Perry Borntreger, State Road 110, for a phone shack; Property owners – Mark and Barbara Ferg, owner - NSighttel Wireless dba Cellcom, for alteration/repair (install three antenna, three RRU and one hybrid cable) at Drath Lane – the tower height and ground space/equipment will remain the same; Mark Zitzelsberger, Deer Lane, for new shed; Nick Thiel, Stoney Ridge Road, for new home - 58’ x 30’ on slab with two poured porches, and a wood shed, and dog kennel; and Scott Nieuwenhuis, Krueger Road, to convert garage (LP-074-2003) to a one bedroom cabin and a storage shed.  

Olsen shared she received notice from the county board of their granting the petition for zoning map amendments from Rural Commercial-Neighborhood (RC-N) to  Agriculture Enterprise (AE) for the Dennison Family Trust, as well as Resolution No. 7 (2016-2017) to adopt and amend the comprehensive plan map. She also received notice from the county of their granting the petition for zoning map amendments for the Dean Mortensen and Rolland D Jr and Christy S Young properties the town had submitted.  

Recycling Fee:  Olsen shared she received an e-mail from Debbie Krogwold, county recycling coordinator, informing us our contract with Graichen’s was going to expire at the end of this year. The county wanted to know what the town’s plans are. Henschel shared the town wants to know what Graichen’s intent is for the contract as they are paying to drop off the recyclables and are not being paid for them as they were in the past.  Olsen said she would let Krogwold know what Henschel said.  

Request to Attend Meeting:  Olsen received an e-mail on July 6^th from Veronica Isherwood, candidate for district attorney, requesting to attend one of our upcoming meetings. Olsen had replied to Isherwood with the dates and times of our board meetings.  

Olsen received a call from Jenny Mursau,Swamp Road, requesting assistance as she is coordinating a 5K walk/run this fall. The tentative plans were for the Dasheree to begin at the Thresheree grounds and proceed toRiske Road.  Mursau had contacted the chief of the Manawa Police Department and he informed her to contact the town clerk. Olsen contacted the sheriff and county highway departments. The suggestion was made by the county the town should have a form signed for the event informing them to be careful and as far as them accepting responsibility and liability. Olsen will update the county form for the town to use.  

Henschel stated Riske Roadwill be under construction. He is unsure of when the county will be doing the roadwork. After discussion, it was decided Olsen should inform Mursau of changing the proposed route asRiske Roadmay not be available for the event. The suggested route for them to use would be to go through Symco to Bridge Roadas roadwork was completed on that road. Olsen stated she would let Mursau know. Murasu will then let the town know of the planned route.  

Bills: Bills for July were reviewed, approved and paid.  

Next Meeting:  Next month’s board meeting will be held Monday, August 1st, beginning at 7:00 p.m.  Motion by Heideman, second by Schoen, to adjourn the meeting. Motion carried. The meeting was adjourned at 9:00 p.m.  

These and all meeting minutes are subject to board approval.  

Respectfully Submitted,  

Sharon Olsen, Town Clerk

Town of Union

Plan Commission

Meeting Minutes 

                                                                                                                                                                July 7, 2016

                                                                                                                       UnionTown UnionTown Hall

Members Present:  Gary Schoen, Dave Heideman, Steve Bauer, Mike Janke and Walter Strebe  

Chair Schoen called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m. and read the opening meeting statement.  

Motion by Bauer, second by Janke to approve the agenda with the deletion of Item 5A.  Motion carried.  

Heideman read the minutes from the May 9, 2016 Plan Commission meeting.  Motion by Strebe, second by Bauer to approve the minutes as presented.  Motion carried.  

A Zoning Map Amendment Application for areas within Farmland Preservation for the Amy and Jose Anaya property located in section 32 (part of parcel #19-32-22-4) from Agriculture Enterprise to Rural Retention-Overlay was reviewed by the Plan Commission.  Motion by Heideman, second by Bauer to recommend approval of the change to the Town Board.  Motion carried.  A conditional use permit for the property was also reviewed.  Motion by Heideman, second by Bauer to recommend approval of the permit for animal husbandry as Jose Anaya wants to raise chickens.  Motion carried.  

A Zoning Map Amendment application for the Robert and Cynthia Zills property located in section 16 (parcel #19-16-32) from Agriculture Enterprise to Agriculture Retention.  Rick Wirth explained that he was purchasing the wooded property from the Zills that currently boarders his property.  Motion by Strebe, second by Janke to recommend approval of the change to the Town Board.  Motion carried.  

Motion by Janke, seconded by Strebe to adjourn.  Motion carried.  

Meeting adjourned at 6:58 p.m.  

Respectfully Submitted,

Dave Heideman

Plan Commission Secretary

TOWN OF UNION

TOWN BOARD MEETING  

Notice is hereby given that a Town Board Meeting for the Town of Union in the County of Waupaca, State of Wisconsin, for the transaction of business as is by law required or permitted to be transacted at such meeting, will be held at the Union Town Hall in said town on Thursday, July 7, 2016 at 7 PM.  

AGENDA

1.)    Call meeting to order.

2.)    Open meeting statement.

3.)    Review and approve agenda.

4.)    Approve minutes from last meeting.

5.)    Approve treasurer’s report.

6.)    Approve prior month’s disbursements.

7.)    Review and action to be taken on Zoning Map Amendment applications, Certified Survey Maps, and combining current conditional use permits for non-metallic mineral extraction (CP-008-13 and CP-005-16) into one conditional use permit, that were submitted for action to the Planning Commission.    

8.)    Charging fee for when special meetings are required  

9.)    Starting the Comprehensive Plan update

10.)  Liquor, beer, cigarette license renewals and operator licenses

11.)  Broadband and road survey from Towns Association

12.)  August 9^th Election

13.)  Public comments/communications

14.)  Review and payment of bills.

15.)  Adjourn.  

Sharon Olsen, Town Clerk

July 2, 2016

Attendance by members of the Plan Commission may inadvertently make a quorum of the Plan Commission, no action by the commission will take place at this meeting.

TOWN OF UNION

PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING  

Notice is hereby given that a Planning Commission Meeting for the Town of Union in the County of Waupaca, State of Wisconsin, for the transaction of business as is by the law required or permitted to be transacted at such meeting, will be held at the Union Town Hall on Thursday, July 7, 2016 at 6:30 PM.  

AGENDA  

1.) Call meeting to order.  

2.) Open meeting statement.

This meeting and all other meetings of this committee are open to the public. Proper notice has been posted in accordance with Wisconsin Statutes so the citizenry may be aware of the time, place and agenda of this meeting.  

3.) Review and approve agenda.  

4.) Review and approve minutes of previous meeting.  

5.) Purpose of this meeting is to discuss, review, and take action on the following:  

A. Combine current Conditional Use Permits for Non-Metallic Mineral Extraction (CP-008-13 and CP-005-16) into one (1) Conditional Use Permit for properties owned by Dennison Family Trust, Russel H. and Mary Lou Dennison Revocable Trust and the Waupaca Foundry, Inc. located in section 13.  

B. Zoning Map Amendment Application  for areas within Farmland Preservation for the Amy and Jose Anaya property located in Section 32 (part of parcel #19-32-22-4) from current Agriculture Enterprise to Rural Residential-Overlay.  

C. Zoning Map Amendment Application for the Robert and Cynthia Zills property located in Section 16 (parcel #19-16-32) from current Agriculture Enterprise to Agriculture Retention.  

6.) Adjourn  

Posted: July 2, 2016

Town of Union Minutes

Town Board Meeting

June 6, 2016 

The meeting was called to order by Chairman Roger Henschel at 7:00 p.m. Those present were Gary Schoen, Dave Heideman, Roger Henschel, Sandra Werth, Sharon Olsen, and residents and guests as per sign-in sheet. The open meeting statement was given by Henschel.  

Agenda: Motion by Schoen to add the Certified Survey Map for the Nachtrab property to the agenda, as requested by surveyor Kyle Fischer, second by Heideman. Motion carried. It will be addressed with the other CSMs.  

Guest Speakers:  Colleen McCoy had requested to attend our town board meeting to introduce herself as she is running for county clerk, as Mary Robbins, current county clerk, is retiring.  Colleen has been the clerk for the Town of Lind for the last ten years. She is a certified municipal clerk, which took three years and 276 hours of continuing education. She is a graduate of Leadership -WaupacaCounty. She also holds a position with the Towns Association and previously had worked for Jay-Mar.  

Candidate Jackie Beyer, running for the county clerk position, was also our guest. She is clerk for the Town ofLittle Wolf and has held that position for seven years. She has been a member of her town’s comprehensive planning committee for 12 years, and has been chairperson of their planning commission for nine years. She is a fire board representative and secretary/treasurer for the Manawa Fire and Ambulance for three years. She has also served on committees at the county level.  

Zoning Map Amendment Applications and Certified Survey Maps: Heideman raised questions as to the Young’s, property owners, giving up four development rights to create the new parcel. He said he had previous discussions with Ryan Brown, zoning administrator for the county, and he thought that was going to be changed. Discussion followed and the review was completed. Motion by Schoen, second by Heideman, to approve the rezone from Agriculture Retention District to Rural Residential-Overlay for the Rolland Jr. and Christy Young property, which will use four development rights to create an eight acre parcel for a non-farm residence. The property is within Farmland Preservation. Motion also included the Certified Survey Map for said property. Motion carried.  

Kyle Fischer, Riverside Surveying, attended the meeting. He presented the CSM for the Daniel Spietz property. They are splitting the 40 acres in to two 20 acre parcels. Motion by Heideman, second by Schoen, to approve the CSM. Motion carried.  

The board was going to review the paperwork for the Dean Mortensen property; however, Schoen did not have it in his folder and returned home to get it. The board continued to proceed with the meeting and would address the Mortensen property when Schoen returned with the paperwork.  

Mike Haynes, Haynes Surveying, had requested to be placed on the agenda for a CSM for parcel number 19 16 31 4 and 19 16 32 (Zill’s property); however, he did not attend the meeting nor did the town receive any paperwork to review prior to the meeting so no action was taken.  

Board Meeting Minutes: Minutes of the prior month’s May 2^nd meetings ad been reviewed. Motion by Heideman, second by Schoen, to approve the minutes from the May meetings. Motion carried.  

Treasurer’s Report: The treasurer’s report was given by Werth. Olsen wanted to clarify the previous months report (dated May 2) as the listing Werth presented to the town had listed the deposit dated 4-15-16 as $5,010.60 fromWaupacaCounty and the bank statement listed $5,010.88. The preauthorized deposit from the county in the amount of $279.70, dated 4-22-16 was not included in her report but was needed to reconcile the bank statement, and receipt #3132 was missing.  Motion by Heideman, second by Schoen, to approve the June treasurer’s report and to include the corrections to the previous month’s report. Motion carried.   

Disbursements: The disbursements for May were reviewed with checks # 5914 through # 5927 paid for a total amount of $13,707.27. Motion by Heideman, second by Henschel, to approve the prior month’s disbursements as presented. Motion carried.  

Dog Licenses: The next item to be addressed was delinquent dog licenses and referral to the County District Attorney. Werth gave her report and stated there was only one that remains outstanding.  

Ditch Cleaning on School Section Lane:  Back in 2000 Melvin Much had received cost sharing to create a sod waterway and tiling that was to be done. He was paid to maintain it. The sod waterway is gone and the town had to have the county clean the ditch as problems have occurred due to the lack of the sod waterway. We have not received the bill yet for the work that was done. After discussing the issue further, the board said the town will not be responsible for taking care of it if it happens again, and the landowner may be sent a bill for the work that was recently done. The board recommended Much’s install a grass waterway as the berm as it is will not hold the run-off. The board requested Olsen to draft a letter to the Much’s informing them of such. The board also requested a copy of the letter be sent to Brian Haase at the Waupaca County Land and Water Department.  

Updating the Comprehensive Plan:  Olsen had not received the 200 page document yet from the county zoning office. Schoen said Ryan Brown informed him they would make a copy for our town. Olsen will check with their office to see when it will be ready for her to pick it up. Schoen said copies would then be made for the committee members to aid in the review and process of updating the town’s comprehensive plan. A date will need to be determined.  

Zoning Map Amendment Applications and Certified Survey Maps: Discussion resumed as the Schoen now had the paperwork and the review was completed. A motion by Heideman, second by Schoen, to approve the rezone from Agriculture Retention District to Rural Residential-Overlay for the Dean Mortensen property, to create a three acre parcel for a non-farm residence. The property is within Farmland Preservation and will use two development rights.  Motion also included the Certified Survey Map for said property. Motion carried.  

Kyle Fischer presented the Certified Survey Map for the Ronald Nachtrab property onNollenberg Road. The property description was in error for years and needed to be addressed to rectify the problem. Motion by Schoen, second by Heideman, to approve the CSM for Nachtrab’s property. Motion carried.  

Charging a Fee for Special Meetings:  Henschel spoke with the Town’s Association regarding the town being able to charge for special meetings when they are requested. He was informed the town would have to pass an ordinance to do so. Beyer was still in attendance at the meeting and informed the board her town has had an ordinance in place for a couple of years. She offered to share their forms with us to review. Henschel requested the topic be placed on the agenda for next month’s meeting.  

Open Book and Board of Review: M & K Assessments will hold Open Book on Tuesday, June 7^th, from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. Board of Review will follow immediately from 6:00 until 8:00. Olsen was contacted by one party but they withdrew their request as it has been settled.  

Closing of Riske Road: Motion by Heideman, second by Schoen, to closeRiske Road for the car show and for the Thresheree. Motion passed.  

Liquor, Beer, Cigarette, and Operator Licenses:  Olsen reported one establishment as being problematic and one other one not paying timely. After reviewing the packets of submitted applications, a motion was made by Heideman, second by Schoen, to renew the liquor, beer, and cigarette licenses as presented for Symco Store (Union Still), Boondocks, Still Phil’s, Triple O, Ferg’s Bavarian Inn, and the Union Thresherman’s Club and the new and renewal applications for the following operator licenses:  

Ferg’s Bavarian Inn, Shirley Ferg; Boondock’s, Kylie Berkhahn, Jordan Forseth, Renae Gorges, Randa Greshamer, Kristen Luter, Lisa Madden, Cindy Roman, Ann Schneider, and Regie Wentworth; Symco Store (Union Still), Danielle Ferg, Brittany Hogan, and Chelsie Pethke; Triple O,  Ansley Block, Jeremy Hartwig, Marcia Janke, Barbara Schultz, Rebecca Hagberg (new), and Shelly Schroepfer (new); Still Phil’s, Roger Fahser, Karmin Heimbruch, Ryan Roehl, Susan Schmidt, Jennifer Gutsmiedl, Kyler Heimbruch (when answer is received from Town’s Association), and Tammie McGlin (new), Adrian’s new application was not received prior to the board meeting); Union Thresherman’s Club, Paul Timm, Randy Elsner, Sheila Fisher, Kelly Norton, Lee Werth, Mickayla Elsner (new), Nicole Gruentzel (new), Brian Lettau (new), Sheri Lettau (new), John Riesenberg (new), Kristina Casey (new), Amy Elsner (new), William J Johnson (new), Ronald Knuth (new), Eugenia Pamperin (new), Curt Samson (new), Steven Young (new), Brian Zabel (new), and Dave Pethke (depending on response from Town’s Association).   Motion carried.  

Survey from Town’s Association:  Mike Koles had e-mailed a survey to the towns and wanted the clerks to complete it with the help of their town boards. Olsen had forwarded it to Henschel so he could review it prior to the meeting so he could pull the numbers necessary to complete some of the information. Henschel read through the survey with the board and residents responding to the questions. He will find the answers to a couple of the questions and then give it to Olsen for her to pull the remaining answers from the financial data she has. The survey is due July 8^th.  

Communications and Public Comments:   A resident commented the trash bins by Still Phil’s are now further in to the road since they made the parking area in the back of the bar. The tenant’s that live above the bar are parking on the north side of the street and said the no parking sign doesn’t apply to them. The board said the sign does apply to them and there is to be no parking on the north side of the street.  

The same resident stated the St Mark Lutheran Church sign at County Road OO andSymco Roadneeds to be fixed. She was told the evangelism committee at St Mark should take care of the sign.  

Olsen read the letters she received from Jill Lodewegen and Sheri Wieters thanking the town board for having them as guests at our May 2^nd meeting.  

Olsen reported Bob Phelan responded to the town’s letter regarding the plastic culvert and he stated he would take care of the problem. Board members said they saw the new culvert by his property and appreciated his quick response.  

Olsen shared the town received the Notice of Decision granting the conditional use permit for the Dennison property with the 26 conditions that were discussed at a previous meeting. She stated the Dean Mortensen and Rolland Jr. and Christy Young zoning map amendments are on the county’s planning and zoning committee’s agenda for June 16^th at 9:45 a.m. She shared the e-mail she received from the county clerk’s office notifying the town of recently enacted 2015 Wisconsin Act 391 that changed Wis Statute 66.1036. If an activity in a shore land setback area requires a building permit, the town that issues the building permit for that activity needs to provide a copy of the building permit to the county clerk.  

The town received payment from the County Highway Department for the 50/50 culvert project.  

M&K Assessments requested the town hall doors be unlocked by 3:30 on Tuesday, June 7^th, for them to start the Open Book at 4:00. Olsen asked Werth to unlock the hall.  

Olsen received a phone message on June 6^th from Amy Anaya requesting to be on the agenda for the June 6^th town board meeting. Olsen returned her call and left a message that it was too late to get on the agenda for that night’s meeting. She is also going to be requesting a zoning map amendment.  

Command Central will again be doing the machine maintenance on the voting equipment. They will be replacing the batteries in the Edge DRE machines. They will be at the courthouse June 27-29^th.  

Olsen reported the QuickBooks program will no longer be supported. She questioned whether she should update the program on the town’s laptop. Permission was given for her to do so.    

Land use permit applications were reviewed for Daniel and Donna Feucht for a new accessory structure at N7659 Ferg Road, Manawa; Justin and Jennifer Barth for fixing and increasing the size of a previous deck at N8261 County Road O, Bear Creek; and Eric Schuelke, for adding side walls to an existing 40’ x 90’ building at E6226 County Road OO, Marion, for his ag-home occupation.  

Recycling Fee:  Henschel shared the recycling fee we are charged next time will be about 50% less. He stated our contract with Graichen’s expires next year.  

July Board Meeting: The first Monday in July is July 4^th this year. The decision was made at the May meeting to hold it on July 6^th. Motion by Heideman, second by Schoen, to change the July board meeting to July 11^th at 7:00 instead of July 6th due to a conflict in schedules.  Motion carried.  

Bills: Bills for June were reviewed, approved and paid.  

Next Meeting:  Next month’s board meeting will be held Monday, July 11th, beginning at 7:00 p.m.  Motion by Heideman, second by Schoen, to adjourn the meeting. Motion carried. The meeting was adjourned at 9:45 p.m.  

These and all meeting minutes are subject to board approval.  

Respectfully Submitted,  

Sharon Olsen, Town Clerk

TOWN OF UNION

TOWN BOARD MEETING  

Notice is hereby given that a Town Board Meeting for the Town of Union in the County of Waupaca, State of Wisconsin, for the transaction of business as is by law required or permitted to be transacted at such meeting, will be held at the Union Town Hall in said town on Monday, June 6, 2016 at 7 PM.  

AGENDA

1.)    Call meeting to order.

2.)    Open meeting statement.

3.)    Review and approve agenda.

4.)    Colleen McCoy, candidate for county clerk

5.)    Jackie Beyer, candidate for county clerk

6.)    Certified survey maps, review and action to be taken -  Mike Haynes, Haynes Surveying, parcel #s 19 16 31 4 and 19 16 32.   Kyle Fischer, Riverside Surveying, regarding Daniel Spietz property

7.)    Zoning Map Amendment applications and Certified Survey Maps for Ryan/Dean Mortensen property and Rolland Jr and Christy   Young property, review and action to be taken

8.)    Approve minutes from last meeting.

9.)    Approve treasurer’s report.

10.)  Approve prior month’s disbursements.

11.)  Update on delinquent dog licenses, possible action to district attorney

12.)  Discussion concerning ditch cleaning on School Section Lane

13.)  Determine a date for starting the Comprehensive Plan update

14.)  Discussion about charging fee for when special meetings are required   

15.)  Open Book and Board of Review – Tuesday, June 7, 2016

16.)  Closing Riske Road for Thresheree and Car Show

17.)  Review and approve liquor, beer, and cigarette license renewals, also new and renewed operator licenses for all six establishments

18.)  Broadband and road survey from Towns Association

19.)  Public comments/communications

20.)  Review and payment of bills.

21.)  Adjourn.  

Sharon Olsen, Town Clerk

June 3, 2016  

Attendance by members of the Plan Commission may inadvertently make a quorum of the Plan Commission, no action by the commission will take place at this meeting.

Town of Union Minutes

Town Board Meeting

May 2, 2016  

The meeting was called to order by Chairman Roger Henschel at 7:32 p.m., immediately following the annual meeting. Those present were Roger Henschel, Gary Schoen, Dave Heideman, Sandra Werth, Sharon Olsen, and residents and guests as per sign-in sheet. The open meeting statement was given by Henschel.  

Agenda: It was noted Sheri Wieters is running for treasurer, not clerk, as listed on the agenda. The guest speakers were moved to be number four on the agenda. Motion by Schoen to approve the agenda with the amendment, second by Heideman. Motion carried.   

Guest Speakers:  Sheri Wieters had requested to attend our town board meeting to introduce herself as she is running for county treasurer, as current Treasurer Clyde Tellock is retiring. She had previously worked in the treasurer’s office both under Jim Goeser and Clyde Tellock. She provided written as well as oral information about herself and her qualifications.  

Jill Lodewegen presented after Wieters as she also requested to attend our meeting as she is running for county clerk as Mary Robbins is retiring. Lodewegen is from the Iola area and is currently working for the county highway department. She provided written as well as oral information about her professional experience. She also provided printed endorsements.  

Surveyor Kyle Fischer attended the meeting to present and answer any questions the town may have on the Zoning Map Amendment application for the Dean Mortensen property (part of parcel # 19-04-21 in Section 4). No action was taken as the planning commission has to meet to review the application and make their recommendation to the town board at the June 6^th meeting regarding changing land from farmland preservation to residential.  

Rolland Young also attended the meeting to answer any questions the town may have regarding the Zoning Map Amendment application regarding his property (part of parcel # 19-08-11-1 in Section 8). This property is also in farmland preservation. He is selling the property back to the lady he had purchased it from 21 years ago, keeping eight acres himself.  No action was taken as the planning commission has to meet to review the application and make their recommendation to the board at the June 6^th meeting regarding changing land from farmland preservation to residential.  

Board Meeting Minutes: Minutes of the prior month’s town board meeting were reviewed. Schoen said he read all three pages of the minutes prior to the meeting and they appeared to be in order. He made a motion to approve the minutes as presented, second by Heideman. Motion carried.  

Treasurer’s Report: The treasurer’s report was given by Werth. She said she collected $265 in the month of April for dog licenses. She noted the payment for the quarterly taxes was listed as $761.02 and should be $761.03. Motion by Heideman, second by Schoen, to approve the treasurer’s report as presented. Motion carried.  

Disbursements: The disbursements for April 2016 were reviewed with checks # 5894 through # 5913 paid for a total amount of $21,676.83. Motion by Schoen, second by Heideman, to approve as presented. Motion carried. Olsen reported some errors on the treasurer’s April 4, 2016 report. The report did not include outstanding check number 5854 and the deposits for dog licenses should be $215, not $220.  The interest amount for the month of March in the amount of $88.14 was also not listed.  

Dog Licenses: The next item to be addressed was delinquent dog licenses and referral to the County District Attorney. Werth reviewed the remaining outstanding delinquent dog licenses. Henschel stated the reason for a license is to ensure a dog is current with their rabies shot. He said we are in a lot better shape than previously. He said we will wait until next month before referring to the district attorney’s office.  

Spring Road Tour:  The spring road tour was completed. Henschel reported that he is checking in to chip sealing. He said seal coating was done onSwamp Road about three years ago. He said we could do patching on Riske Road and we could wait with West River Road for another year. Discussion was had regarding Riske Road. There is a lot of traffic on the road, as well as some expensive motor homes, campers, etc when the different functions take place at the Thresheree grounds. Schoen said he would like to defer something else so work can be done onRiske Road.  

Henschel requested Olsen put a note in with the check to the county highway department  requesting the 50/50 reimbursement on the culvert work that was done. Resident Marilyn Herman said that last month Hillside Road was mentioned. She asked if we were satisfied with what work the county did to fix it. Henschel stated there is no charge when the county returns to fix the blacktop when they do the job. He said he will talk with them and get a price for the work that would need to be done onRiske Road. Schoen said there is about 20 acres of campers that useRiske Road. Motion made by Schoen, second by Heideman, to closeRiske Road for the June tractor pull. Motion passed.  Henschel reported there will be a new culvert on County Road OO.  

Open Book and Board of Review: Henschel contacted M & K Assessments to see what dates they had available. It was determined we would have Open Book and Board of Review on Tuesday, June 7^th. Open book will be held from 4:00 – 6:00 p.m., with the Board of Review immediately following from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. at the town hall. Henschel will call Kathy at M & K Assessments to confirm the date and time.  

Communications and Public Comments:  Henschel reported the Town’s Association quarterly meeting will be May 19^th. There will be time allotted prior to talk with representatives.  

Treasurer Werth received notice of a change in mortgage provider for Ronald Nachtrab on Nollenberg Road. A copy will be made for the county treasurer’s office.  

Marilyn Herman reported some people don’t clean up their displays at the cemeteries. She was wondering if we could work something out with Graichen Sanitation to pick it up. It’s costing the cemetery association a couple of hundred dollars every time they have to clean the cemeteries in the spring and in the fall. Henschel said he will check with Graichen’s.  

Resident Pat Wightman asked if someone was going to move Shakedown. It will now be Rod and custom Club Cars. He said rumor has it that Shakedown is going to the EAA grounds inOshkosh. Schoen reported there will be a major lawsuit late August of early September.  

Olsen shared she prepared and delivered the packets of Renewal Alcohol Beverage and Cigarette License Applications to the six establishments.   

Olsen read a letter she received from Kay Suehs as she is running for county clerk. She also reported she received an e-mail from Colleen McCoy who is running for county clerk. McCoy will attend the June 6^th board meeting to introduce herself.  

Olsen shared a letter she received from the Department of Transportation regarding Great Lakes Basin Transportation Inc – Railroad Proposal inWisconsin.  GLBT proposes to construct and operate a new railroad on a 278-mile long, 200 feet wide railroad corridor fromIndiana, aroundChicago, and into southernWisconsin. The department is monitoring it with interest.

Olsen received the DVD of the 2015 Town ofUnion Hazards Mitigation Planfrom Emergency Government. She said if anyone wants to review it they may get it from her. Henschel stated he also received a copy.  

July Board Meeting: The first Monday in July happens to be July 4^th this year. The decision was made to have our July town board meeting on July 6^th at 7:00 p.m.  

Planning Commission:  Schoen stated he will talk with the other planning committee members to determine what date they will meet to review the Zoning Map Amendment applications.  

Plastic Culvert in Disrepair: Henschel requested Olsen write a letter to a resident that has a plastic culvert that is causing problems. The culvert does not conform with the town ordinance and is in disrepair. The culvert needs to be replaced with a steel, 28’ long by 18” in diameter culvert. It was suggested Olsen draft the letter and give it to Schoen as he is road supervisor. Schoen will authorize the final copy. Olsen will mail it via certified mail.  

Land use permit applications for Warren Stubb and Randall Nemmetz were presented by Olsen for review. Stubb’s application is for a new addition replacing the front porch with ultra deck and hand railing. Nemmetz’ application is for a new agriculture accessory building.  

Bills: Bills for May were reviewed, approved and paid.  

Next Meeting:  Next month’s board meeting will be held Monday, June 6th, beginning at 7:00 p.m.  Motion by Schoen, second by Heideman, to adjourn the meeting. Motion carried. The meeting was adjourned at 9:02 p.m.  

These and all meeting minutes are subject to board approval.  

Respectfully Submitted,  

Sharon Olsen, Town Clerk

TOWN OF UNION

ANNUAL TOWN MEETING

MINUTES

May 2, 2016

 Union Town Hall, Symco

The annual meeting was called to order by Chairman Roger Henschel at 7:00 p.m. Board members present were Roger Henschel, Gary Schoen, and Dave Heideman. Also in attendance were Sandra Werth,  Treasurer, Sharon Olsen, clerk, and residents per sign-in sheet. The annual meeting was originally scheduled and called to order on April 19^th, but then adjourned to May 2^nd.  

Clerk Olsen read the minutes of the 2015 annual meeting. A motion was made by Barbara Nollenberg, second by Myrtle Kutchenriter, to approve the prior year’s minutes. Motion carried with 12 ayes, 0 nays.  

The annual treasurer’s report was given by Sandy Werth. Myrtle Kutchenriter noted we needed to correct the dates from 2014 to 2015 where needed. Motion by Marilyn Herman to approve the report with the corrections made, second by Michelle Nemmetz, to approve the prior year’s annual treasurer’s report. Motion carried with 12 ayes, 0 nays. Olsen read the 2015 clerk’s report. Herman had questions on the Town’s Association expenses and the amount reported for telephone expense as she was unaware there was a phone at the hall.  Motion by Barbara Nollenberg, second by Michelle Nemmetz to approve the report as presented. Motion carried with 12 ayes and 0 nays.  

Public Input: Nemmetz questioned the road sign at Stoney Ridge andState Highway 110. It was reported that a stop a head sign was installed by the county. Henschel reported the spring road tour was completed. He informed us that quite a bit of work needs to be done. Looking at Riske Road, Pethke Road between River Road and 110, looking at seal coating again, etc. He will discuss it with the board and they will make a decision on what should be done, what can be placed on hold until next year, etc.  

A resident questioned how Swamp Road is handled because there are a few big potholes that need to be fixed. Henschel reported Stoney Ridge Road that connects to County Road E is the dividing line. He also reported that laws have changed. Previously we could only spend $5,000 a mile. That is no longer the case. He said we are down on our winter maintenance costs by about $12 – 15,000.  

The question was raised as to what the speed limit is on roads that are not posted. Some thought it was 55 miles per hour, one thought it was 35 mph if there were no signs posted. The resident suggested we check it out.  

A resident stated she sees “her house” still isn’t down yet in Symco. Henschel stated there are a few places that are in disrepair in the township yet.  

2017 Annual Meeting: Motion by Nollenberg, second by Nemmetz, to have next year’s annual meeting on April 18, 2017 at 7:00. Motion carried with 12 ayes and 0 nays.  

A motion was made by Myrtle Kutchenriter, second by Pat Wightman, to adjourn the meeting. Motion carried with 12 ayes, 0 nays. The meeting adjourned at 7:30 p.m.   

ATTEST:

/s/ Sharon R Olsen, Town of Union Clerk

TOWN OF UNION

PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING  

Notice is hereby given that a Planning Commission Meeting for the Town of Union in the County of Waupaca, State of Wisconsin, for the transaction of business as is by the law required or permitted to be transacted at such meeting, will be held at the Union Town Hall on Monday, May 9, 2016 at 7:00 PM.  

AGENDA  

1.) Call meeting to order.  

2.) Open meeting statement.

This meeting and all other meetings of this committee are open to the public. Proper notice has been posted in accordance with Wisconsin Statutes so the citizenry may be aware of the time, place and agenda of this meeting.  

3.) Review and approve agenda.  

4.) Review and approve minutes of previous meetings.  

5.) Purpose of this meeting is to discuss, review, and possible action on the following:  

Zoning Map Amendment Applications for Areas within Farmland Preservation for the Rolland Young Jr. property (part of parcel #19-08-11-1 in Section 8) and  for the Dean Mortensen property (part of parcel # 19-04-21 in Section 4).  

6.) Adjourn

Posted: May 5, 2016

TOWN OF UNION

TOWN BOARD MEETING

Notice is hereby given that a Town Board Meeting for the Town of Union in the County of Waupaca, State of Wisconsin, for the transaction of business as is by law required or permitted to be transacted at such meeting, will be held at the Union Town Hall in said town on Monday, May 2, 2016, immediately following the annual meeting of electors that begins at 7 PM.

AGENDA

1.) Call meeting to order.

2.) Open Meeting statement.

3.) Review and approve agenda.

4.) Surveyor Kyle Fischer regarding Mortensen property, Zoning Map Amendment applications, Certified Survey Maps, no action will be taken

5.) Sheri Wieters, candidate for Waupaca County Clerk

6.) Jill Lodewegen, candidate for Waupaca County Clerk

7.) Approve minutes from last meeting.

8.) Approve treasurer’s report.

9.) Approve prior month’s disbursements.

10.) Delinquent dog licenses and referral to District Attorney

11.) Updates on roads and spring road tour report

12.) Board of Review

13.) Public comments/communications

14.) Review and payment of bills.

15.) Adjourn.

Sharon Olsen, Town Clerk

April 29, 2016

Attendance by members of the Plan Commission may inadvertently make a quorum of the Plan Commission, no action by the commission will take place at this meeting. 

TOWN OF UNION

NOTICE OF ANNUAL MEETING

The annual meeting, which was called to order and adjourned on April 19, 2016, for the Town of Union will be held, Monday, May 2, 2016 at 7:00 p.m. at Union Town Hall, E6592 State Road 22, Bear Creek WI.

Agenda

Call to order

Approve minutes from 2015 Annual Meeting

Approve annual financial report

Public input

Set date for 2017 Annual Meeting

Adjourn

Sharon Olsen, Town Clerk

Posted at 4 places in Symco: April 29, 2016

Posted online: April 30, 2016  

TOWN OF UNION

ANNUAL TOWN MEETING

MINUTES

April 19, 2016

Union Town Hall

In the absence of Chairman Roger Henschel, the annual meeting was called to order by Supervisor Gary Schoen at 7:30 p.m. Schoen was the only board member present. Clerk Sharon Olsen was also in attendance, as well as residents Ruth Schoen and Larry Olsen. The date and time of this meeting was determined at the annual meeting held April 21, 2015. The meeting was posted with the date, time, and purpose listed.

Schoen stated this is a meeting of the electors in the Town of Union and Town of Union residents may make motions and we were currently asking for a motion to adjourn the meeting and schedule the annual meeting to be held at 7:00 p.m. on May 2, 2016.

Motion was made by resident Ruth Schoen, second by resident Larry Olsen, to adjourn the meeting and reschedule it to 7:00 p.m. on May 2, 2016. Motion carried with 4 ayes, 0 nays.

Meeting adjourned at 7:35 p.m.

ATTEST:

/s/ Sharon R Olsen, Town of Union Clerk

TOWN OF UNION

NOTICE OF ANNUAL MEETING

The annual meeting for the Town of Union will be held, Tuesday, April 19, 2016 at 7:30 p.m. at Union Town Hall, E6592 State Road 22, Bear Creek WI. The meeting will be called to order and adjourned to a tentative date of May 2, 2016 at 7:00 p.m.

It was published in error in The Marion Advertiser as being held on Monday, April 18, 2016 at 7:30 p.m.

Agenda

Call to order

Adjourn to later date  

Sharon Olsen, Town Clerk

Posted: April 13, 2016

Town of Union Minutes

Town Board Meeting

April 4, 2016  

The meeting was called to order by Chairman Roger Henschel at 7:02 p.m. Those present were Sandra Werth, Dave Heideman, Gary Schoen, Roger Henschel, Sharon Olsen, and residents as per sign-in sheet. The open meeting statement was given by Henschel.  

Agenda: The agenda was reviewed. Schoen asked if we should add the amended agenda for the Waupaca County Planning and Zoning Committee meeting to be held on April 7, 2016 at 9:00. Motion by Schoen, second by Heideman, to approve the agenda as amended with proposed change. Motion carried.  

Board Meeting Minutes: Minutes of the March 7^th public hearing, March 7^th town board meeting, and the March 14^th special town board meeting had been reviewed. Schoen said he had read all the minutes then made the motion to approve the minutes as presented, second by Heideman. Motion carried.  

Treasurer’s Report: The treasurer’s report was given by Werth. Motion by Heideman, second by Schoen, to approve the treasurer’s report as presented. Motion carried.  

Disbursements: The disbursements for March 2016 were reviewed with checks # 5877 through 5893 paid for a total amount of $23,192.57. Motion by Schoen, second by Heideman, to approve the report as given. Motion carried.  

Vicious Dog Incident:  Paperwork was completed to finalize the vicious dog incident. Copies of the paperwork and pictures will be given to the county clerk’s office, the Waupaca County Sheriff’s records department, and the district attorney’s office.  

Dog Licenses: Werth had given the board copies of the individuals that are delinquent in paying for their dog licenses. She will prepare letters to mail to them and include the request if they no longer have the dog to let her know so she can remove their names from her report. She will also include their payment may be sent to her and must be received by April 25^th or they will be referred to the county district attorney.  

Spring Road Tour and Road Work:  The board will be doing their annual road tour on April 8^th. They will meet at the town hall parking lot at 7:00 a.m. Henschel stated the price of fuel is down. We received an e-mail from Waupaca County Highway Department regarding the pricing of asphalt. There is a reduction in costs and the prices become effective April 10, 2016. He gave an update on county roads. They will be finishing CTH T, CTH G from  Big Falls to Dupont church to STH 110, culverts on CTH I and C.  

Henschel reported two culverts were replaced on Cleveland Lane and we should get 50/50 cost share on that. They’ll determine what work needs to be done on town roads after completing the road tour.  

An e-mail was received from the Waupaca County Highway Department that weight limit restrictions will remain on for the remainder of this week. They will review it again on Monday, April 11^th.  

Annual Meeting: There was discussion on the annual meeting. Henschel is unable to attend the meeting on April 19^th. Heideman will also not be available. Henschel had contacted Olsen to put a notice in the paper that it would be held Monday, April 18^th. It was published as such; however, the annual meeting can not be held earlier than the third Tuesday of April and it was already set at last year’s annual meeting. Olsen will post notice that the meeting will be called to order on April 19^th but will then be adjourned and rescheduled to May 2^nd, prior to the town boards’ monthly meeting. Nothing will be take place on the 19^th other than to call the meeting to order and to adjourn to the later date.  

2016 Lawn Mowing:  There was only one proposal received for the 2016 mowing season. Donald Prill submitted a price of $46 for each mowing of the town hall, $46 for the ball park, and $28 for School Section Lake with the town hall, and $32 without the town hall. Motion by Schoen, second by Heideman, to accept the proposal from Donald Prill. Motion passed.  

Spring Election:  The spring election will be held on April 5^th. Gary Schoen will be the chief inspector. The poll workers will be Dorothy Janke, Diane Werth, Donna Krueger, and Ruth Schoen. They are predicting a 40% turnout.  

Amended Agenda:  We received an amended agenda for the Thursday, April 7^th, Waupaca County Planning and Zoning Committee meeting. The public hearing is to include the county code of ordinances selected revisions for the Sanitary Ordinance, Chapter 35, and the Subdivision Ordinance, Chapter 37. The hearings are to take place at 9:00 a.m. in room 1068, first floor, of the county courthouse.  

Public Comments and Communications:  Henschel said he approved the use of Round-Up on the dirt section at the ball diamond.  

Henschel informed the board he will contact M&K Assessments to discuss Board of Review to see when they will be available. Schoen said he spoke to Kathy Bazile as his neighbor is getting a formal appraisal.  

Two residents complained of the plowing done by the county. They said their driveway markers were broken, their mailbox is sprung, lots of gravel in the grass. They said they fly by and questioned why they can’t slow down. Henschel said he’ll pass on the info to the county foreman at the shop. He said there was a lot of snow at times, slushy snow, etc. and a lot of roads to cover.  

One land use permit was received from the county. It was for property owned by Brian Harris located on Cedar Lane, Marion, to replace a roof and siding on his boat house.  

The board and clerk received a mailing from the county zoning department regarding the issuance of permits. The purpose was to clarify the procedures on obtaining permits.  

Olsen received mail from Sheri Wieters and Colleen McCoy requesting to attend a town board meeting to introduce themselves as Wieters is running for county treasurer and McCoy is running for county clerk. Olsen also received a request via e-mail from Jill Lodewegen to attend a town board meeting as she is running for county clerk. Wieters and Lodewegen will attend the May 2^nd meeting. McCoy will attend the meeting in June.  

A resident questioned if a snowmobiler was injured while riding on their property if they would be held liable. She was told not if they are on the designated trail. If it is someone, guests etc, riding snowmobiles off the trail on their private property then they would be liable. She reported they, as landowners, have never been asked for permission for the trails to cross on their property. They have owned it for 12 years. Schoen and Heideman said they should have been asked. Schoen said he would check in to it.  

Bills: Bills for April were reviewed, approved and paid.  

Next Meeting:  The next town board meeting will be held Monday, May 2nd, following the tentative annual meeting.  

Motion by Schoen, second by Heideman, to adjourn the meeting. Motion carried. The meeting was adjourned at 8:47 p.m.  

These and all meeting minutes are subject to board approval.  

Respectfully Submitted,  

Sharon Olsen, Town Clerk

TOWN OF UNION

TOWN BOARD MEETING  

Notice is hereby given that a Town Board Meeting for the Town of Union in the County of Waupaca, State of Wisconsin, for the transaction of business as is by law required or permitted to be transacted at such meeting, will be held at the Union Town Hall in said town on Monday, April 4, 2016 at 7 PM.  

AGENDA

1.)    Call meeting to order.

2.)    Open Meeting statement.

3.)    Review and approve agenda.

4.)    Approve minutes from last meeting.

5.)    Approve treasurer’s report.

6.)    Approve prior month’s disbursements.

7.)    Discussion and action on vicious          dog incident

8.)    Delinquent dog licenses and referral to District Attorney

9.)    Road updates and spring road tour

10.)  Discussion regarding annual meeting

11.)  2016 lawn mowing

12.)  April 5th election

13.)  Public comments/communications

14.)  Review and payment of bills.

15.)  Adjourn.  

Sharon Olsen, Town Clerk

March 31, 2016  

Attendance by members of the Plan Commission may inadvertently make a quorum of the Plan Commission, no action by the commission will take place at this meeting.

Town of Union Minutes

Special Town Board Meeting

March 14, 2016  

The meeting was called to order at 6:05 p.m. by Chairman Roger Henschel. Those present were Roger Henschel, Gary Schoen, Sharon Olsen, Dave Heideman, and residents and individuals as per sign-in sheet. The open meeting statement was given by Henschel.  

Agenda: Heideman was late in arriving and the decision was made to start the proceedings. The agenda was reviewed. Motion by Schoen, to approve the agenda as presented. Second was made and motion carried. The purpose of the meeting was to discuss, review, and take possible action on the Zoning Map Amendment application and Non-metallic Mining Conditional Use Permit application from A.F. Gelhar Co., Inc. for what is known as the Dennison Property located at Dennison Road, Clintonville, WI as it was not listed on the agenda for the March 7^th town board meeting. Motion carried.  

Comments:  Olsen began the meeting by reading an e-mail she received from Angela Williamson-Emmert and two submissions she received at the meeting from DeAnna and Tom Hannigen.  

Kelly Ramstack read two statements from page 10 of the Conditional Use Permit from the June 6, 2013 permit, which would be the operating permit for the property to the east. She stated that four pages later in the application it stated they would follow setbacks according to the application. She said she felt they’re picking and choosing and wondered what they are going to follow. She brought up the issue of the setbacks.  It lists that it is 500’ from a dwelling – the non-metallic mining setback – and then 500’ from all property lines – that’s what is on the 160 acres. She felt the map shows what’s on the ordinance.  

She continued stating the operating hours are listed as 6 – 10 p.m., Monday through Friday. The ordinance lists 6 – 6. The conditional use permit doesn’t mention anything about maintenance of roads. She felt it needs to be put in the application for this new 80 acres. Someone else mentioned sand coming in from other operations. A hydrologist was mentioned in the previous app but not in the new application. Ramstack said the new app says “almost all transportation will be west on Dennison Road.” She said she doesn’t like the word almost.  She stated all of this needs to be addressed tonight and to get it all in writing. She questioned how you can have 1/3 of the property under one set of laws and 2/3 under another set of laws.  

The issue of real estate taxes and property values was brought up at the March 7^th meeting. Schoen stated then that he was going to check with our contracted assessor. He said he did call Kathy Bazile, of M & K Assessments, to discuss this. She said the assessments of the land will be based on the land use. For example, some farmers have lots on their farm land, which is now planted in corn. It will continue to be assessed as farm land as that is what it is being used for. Once the lots are sold and are no longer used as farm land they will be assessed as such.  There is no data regarding the financial impact to surrounding properties as we haven’t previously had this in our township.  Brad Milliken mentioned on the western side of the state the mining company will make up the loss to property owners that were affected. He said some have had their property for sale and since all of this they haven’t been able to sell it.  

Tania Wadzinski, a resident of a neighboring township, wanted to make everyone aware of what’s going on in her township. She said neighbors are fighting with each other, multiple lawyers are involved, they have  trucks traveling in this direction and that direction. She stated the Town of Royaltonis also involved now. She warned us to be careful of our decision. To consider everything before decisions are made. 

Attorney for A.F. Gelhar, Steve Sorenson, tried to answer questions and address the issues that were presented. He said that almost all traffic will go west onDennison Road. Some may head east to move about the property. Schoen interjected that Shady Lane Road is a six-ton limit road and there won’t be any traffic traveling on Shady Lane over that capacity.  

Sorenson stated the reason there are some inconsistencies from the formal condition is because the county had since passed an ordinance and they have to comply with those requirements. He said they could only apply based on current conditions. He said he thought Mr. Brown (Waupaca County Zoning Administrator) himself would like one application. Sorenson said A.F. Gelhar does not want to give up their original agreement they have.  

Angela Williamson Emmert questioned whether we have the authority to have one conditional use permit with the same guidelines. Brown stated he spoke with Waupaca County Corporation Counsel and was advised that since the county has a new ordinance in place this new 80 acres has to comply with the new ordinance and to meet the minimum requirements.  

Brown stated the town can list their recommendations in the Town Recommendation Form, such as no sand is to go to frac sand companies, not to allow sand to be brought in from other gravel pits/companies, etc.   Brown said as far as the setbacks are concerned, they are set-up by the ordinance.  

Ramstack asked if the 25 conditions apply to the 80 acres as it does for the 160 acres. Henschel said we agreed to go under county zoning about ten-to-twelve years ago and if the town had their own zoning we would have to be the ones to enforce it.  He informed those in attendance that Fremont, Harrison, and Dupont have their own zoning, the others are under county zoning.  Milliken questioned if it’s complaint driven. Brown responded, “Not necessarily as there are inspectors that go out once a year.”  

Tania Wadzinski said the owners of the sand pits in her township have gone beyond their boundaries. They’re arguing over who is going to be responsible for the reclamation of the property. She said previously the county was running the pit. She advised again that we need to be careful of our decisions.  Schoen stated there is a reclamation plan that the mining company must follow.  

It was stated that condition number 23  says none of the sand can go to a frac industry. Brown said they can have logs from the mining company to show where the loads are going – that Waupaca Foundry won’t want their sand going elsewhere. Milliken asked if anyone from the foundry was in attendance at the meeting tonight. Sorenson said, “No, they couldn’t be here tonight but they have attended two meetings in the past.” He said their agreement is with Waupaca Foundry. He said there are more empty frac sand mines in the state now than before. Sorenson said they could make more money selling frac sand from their Fairwater plant. He said the capitol expense would be too much to do it from here.  

Sorenson stated the conditions that exist now are appropriate and they can live with them. He said they had to apply under the new county ordinance.  Williamson Emmert asked if we have a list of what will apply and what won’t apply from the original conditions for the 160 acres. The answer was “We don’t.”  

Another resident asked if the town can decide the hours of operation and was told by Brown the county has a minimum set-up.  

Milliken asked Brown if he came from Trempealeau County. Brown responded he did. Milliken asked if they would reimburse the property owners if they were to lose value. Brown said there was a separate agreement between the town and the company. Milliken said his point from day one was to protect the property owner with their number one investment – their property.  

Zoning Map Application: Henschel said Schoen and Heideman are on the planning commission. They have the information regarding zoning, etc. Schoen proceeded to say the planning commission proposed that the 7.45 acres that is listed as Rural Commercial Neighborhood (RC-N) be changed to Agriculture Enterprise (AE). The proposed use is for a non-metallic mining company. He said the adjacent lands are farmland or wood lots.  

He said the proposal is consistent with The Preferred Land Use (Map 8-62) as it is Agriculture Enterprise. He said it is consistent with the goals and objectives and relates to the current status of DennisonBuilding. He said that business will be closing in a month or two and they would like a business to take over.  

Schoen said the plan commission recommends the town approve the zoning map amendment. Motion by Schoen to approve the zoning map amendment, second by Heideman. Motion carried.  

Conditional Use Permit Application: Per Sorenson, the Conditional Use Permit is for parcel numbers 19-13-34-3, 19-13-34-4, 19-13-34-5 and 19-13-31;E7038 Dennison Road andE7040 Dennison Road. Some are listed as vacant. The landowner is Dennison Family Trust and  the property is currently Private, Recreational, Forestry and Agriculture Enterprise.  

It was felt the change is compatible as the adjacent lands are agricultural and wood lot. The current plan indicates it is 34.2 % of industry employment in the Town of Union. One of the goals is for the site to provide sand to Waupaca Foundry, the largest employer in Waupaca County.  

Recommended conditions for Waupaca County Planning and Zoning to consider are 1) Screening with trees planted on the west property line. 2)  Have a nutrient management program and analysis on the ag land. 3) Combine both conditional use permits in to one CUP. 4) Include all conditions from the original 160 acres CUP that can be included. 5) Negotiate those conditions that cannot be included from the original conditions to obtain the most allowable benefit of the township.  Heideman stated it was said we want one conditional use permit. Brown responded some conditions can carry over, some can’t.  They’ll have to go through the process of marrying the two. He said there will have to be a give one way or the other. Brown said Waupaca County Corporation Counsel said the ordinance that is on the books has to stand. Heideman said we don’t want to give, give, give, and not get something back. Heideman said the conditions we have with the original conditional use permit – we still want. Sorenson said they are willing to honor everything they can, but those that aren’t acceptable – they can’t.  

Sorenson wanted to remind the board that Dennison’s would like to move on with this. Williamson Emmert said she would like to see which of the conditions are in compliance with the county ordinance and which ones aren’t.  

Heideman said the planning commission would like to take the conditions that we can use from the original permit to apply to the 80 acres. He said they would like to merge the two. 

Brown said there is a tentative meeting scheduled for April 21^st as they have to do a 30 day notice for the public hearing.  

Comments continued to be made that essentially the conditions that were part of the CUP for the 160 acres be part of the 80 acres, to recommend the original 25 conditions be applied to the CUP for the 80 acres – that it meets the ordinance, the 80 acres needs to be under the county ordinance, etc.  

Williamson Emmert got up to use the map to question the 500’ set back. She stated the map was incorrect for the 160 acres as there has to be 500’ from the property line.  

Motion by Heideman to recommend to the county with screening on the west property line with trees, the recommendations as listed, Schoen second the motion with conditions presented as written by the plan commission members and read by Heideman. Motion passed.  

Dog Issue:  Schoen said he receive a call from Lane that his daughter contacted him in Indiana and said one of the dogs was back. The sheep were put in to the barn and locked up tight. A Sheriff Deputy came out and checked the sheep. Schoen went to the dog owner’s residence and asked if the dogs were there. He was informed they were. Schoen asked the dog owner to show him. They proceeded to the dog pen and found only one dog was there. The other was gone. Schoen said the owner searched for the dog and found it later. Schoen said he was informed the dog no longer was alive.  The case goes to court April 27^th. Schoen said he will attend the court hearing. Lane needs to provide the final vet bill yet so the town can finalize the paperwork to submit to the sheriff’s department and the county district attorney’s office.  

Adjournment:   Motion by Heideman, second by Schoen, to adjourn the meeting. Motion carried. Meeting was adjourned at 7:38 p.m.  

Next Meeting:  The next meeting will be the regular town board meeting on April 4^th beginning at 7:00 p.m.  

These and all meeting minutes are subject to board approval.  

Respectfully Submitted,  

Sharon Olsen, Town Clerk

TOWN OF UNION

SPECIAL MEETING OF THE TOWN BOARD  

Notice is hereby given that a Special Town Board Meeting for the Town of Union in the County of Waupaca, State of Wisconsin, for the transaction of business as is by law required or permitted to be transacted at such meeting, will be held at the Union Town Hall in said town on Monday, March 14th, 2016 at 6 PM.  

AGENDA

1.)    Call meeting to order.

2.)    Open Meeting statement.

3.)    Review and approve agenda.

4.)    Comments

5.)    Discuss, review, and possible action on Zoning Map Amendment  Application from A.F. Gelhar Co., Inc.

6.)    Discuss, review, and possible action on Non-metallic Mining Conditional Use Permit Application from A.F. Gelhar Co., Inc. for         Dennison Property

7.)    Discussion and possible action on recent dog incident

8.)    Adjourn. 

Sharon Olsen, Town Clerk  

Posted:  March 11, 2016  

Attendance by members of the Plan Commission may inadvertently make a quorum of the Plan Commission, no action by the commission will take place at this meeting.

ORDINANCE NO. 2016-1

ORDINANCE ADOPTING AN AMENDMENT TO THE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN FOR THE TOWN OF UNION  

The Town Board of Union, Wisconsin, do ordain as follows:

SECTION 1. Pursuant to Section(s) 62.23/61.35/60.22(3) of the Wisconsin Statutes, the Town of Union is authorized to prepare and adopt a comprehensive plan as defined in Sections 66.1001(1)(a) and 66.1001(2) of the Wisconsin Statutes.  

SECTION 2. The Town Board, by the enactment of an ordinance, formally adopted the document titled Town of Union – Year 2030 Comprehensive Plan as the Town comprehensive plan on July 2, 2007.

                                                                                                                                    SECTION 3. The Plan Commission, by a majority vote of the entire Commission at a meeting held on January 20, 2016, recommended to the Town Board the adoption of an amendment to change the land use designation of a parcel/parcels of land located at E7040 Dennison Road, Clintonville WI  54929, Parcel Number 19-13-34-5 from Rural Commercial – Neighborhood to Ag Enterprise on the future land use map adopted as part of the comprehensive plan.  

SECTION 4. The Town published or posted a Class 1 public notice and held a public hearing on March 7, 2016 regarding the plan amendment.  

SECTION 5. The Town Board of Union, Wisconsin hereby adopts the proposed plan amendment.  

SECTION 6. The Town Clerk is directed to send a copy of this ordinance and the plan amendment to the parties listed in Section 66.1001(4)(b) of the Wisconsin Statutes.  

SECTION 7. This Ordinance shall take effect upon passage by a majority vote of the full membership of the Town Board and publication or posting as required by law.  

ADOPTED this 7th day of March, 2016.

Roger E Henschel, Town Chair

 Ayes__2___ Noes___0__ Absent__0___

Date Published/Posted:  3-11-16

Attest:  Sharon R Olsen,  Town Clerk

Town of Union Minutes

Town Board Meeting

March 7, 2016  

The meeting was called to order by Chairman Roger Henschel at 6:55 p.m., immediately following the public hearing. Those present were Roger Henschel, Gary Schoen, Dave Heideman, Sandra Werth, and Sharon Olsen, and residents and individuals as per sign-in sheet. The open meeting statement was given by Henschel.  

Agenda: The agenda was reviewed. Motion by Schoen, second by Heideman, to approve the agenda as presented. There will not be any discussion or action taken regarding the zoning map amendment or conditional use permit for property referred to as the Dennison property located at E7040 Dennison Road, Clintonville, WI as it was not listed on the agenda. Motion carried.   

Board Meeting Minutes: Minutes of the February 1st meeting were reviewed. Motion by Schoen, second by Heideman, to approve the minutes as presented. Motion carried.  

Treasurer’s Report: The treasurer’s report was given by Werth. The checking account balance is $219,960.27. The balance of the Money Market is $5,006.18. Outstanding checks total $1,499.47. Motion by Heideman, second by Schoen, to approve the treasurer’s report as presented. Motion carried.  

Disbursements: The disbursements for February 2016 were reviewed with checks # 5842 through 5876 paid for a total amount of $27,270.49. Motion by Heideman, second by Schoen, to approve the report as given. Motion carried.  

Comprehensive Plan Map Amendment: The Plan Commission, at their January 20,2016 meeting, had reviewed a Comprehensive Plan Map Amendment application from A.F. Gelhar Company to change Parcel Number 19-13-34-5 from the current land use of Commercial to Agriculture. A motion was made, seconded, and carried to recommend approval of the change to the town board. Paperwork was completed and then submitted to the town board.  

At their meeting the commission also reviewed a Zoning Map Amendment application to change the same parcel number from Rural Commercial Neighborhood (RC-N) to Agriculture Enterprise (AE) and they reviewed a Non-metallic Mining Conditional Use Permit application for parcel numbers 19-13-34-3, 19-13-34-4, 19-13-35-5 and 19-13-31. Motions were made, seconded, and carried to recommend to the board approval of the change to the Zoning Map and to grant the Conditional Use Permit. The Comprehensive Plan Map Amendment was included on the agenda for this board meeting; however, the other two actions were not. Heideman asked Ryan Brown, Zoning Administrator from Waupaca County who attended this meeting, if we didn’t address the other two if we had to hold another public hearing. Brown said we did not have to hold another hearing, but if we wanted to we could. Schoen moved to change the parcel 19-13-34-5 from Commercial to Agriculture Enterprise. He said he likes that we have more protection than if it were zoned industrial. Second by Heideman. Amendment passed.  

A special meeting will be held Monday, March 14, beginning at 6:00 p.m.to address the Zoning Map Amendment and the Conditional Use Permit, as mentioned above.  

Dog Regulation Guideline Manual and Vicious Dog Incident:  Henschel stated he is aware of the incident regarding the dogs supposedly owned by a town resident and the sheep owned by another town resident. Schoen said the incident occurred on “his side of the river” so he was the one to investigate the incident. Schoen said a couple of dogs chewed their way out of their pen and killed two lambs and one ewe, injured three other ewes (of which one died a few days later). A couple of the ewes are/were pregnant. All required major veterinarian attention. One is still on antibiotics. The vet took pictures of the sheep and their injuries. The sheriff’s department was called out there. After some investigation and trying to apprehend the dogs, pictures that were taken of the dogs were shown to the suggested dog owner. He agreed they were his dogs and had been missing. The owner of the sheep then showed the dog owner pictures of his injured sheep. Schoen and Lane asked the owner to come with them to where the dogs were last seen. Eventually the dogs were caught. The Waupaca County Clerk’s office provided us with the Dog Regulation Guideline Manual and the proper forms to be completed to file a claim.  Henschel said the purpose of licensing your dog(s) is to have the dog current on its rabies vaccination, knowing who the owner is, etc. Usually the town gets a call from the owner when their dog goes missing and it is usually found and returned in 24 hours. They ask for help in finding their dog. All individuals that are delinquent in getting their dogs licensed are encouraged to do so as the town will be taking formal steps to refer them to the county district attorney if they do not comply with the requirements.  

Road Work:  Henschel stated the price of oil is good so we should be able to do a lot of projects. The board will be doing their annual road tour on April 8^th. They will meet at the town hall parking lot at 7:00 a.m. If anyone has any complaints on any road in our township they should let one of the board members know so they can check it out when they complete their road tour.  Walter Strebe reported Flater Road has some issues. There are dips in Ferg Road and West River Road. Kelly Ramstack reported problems with the new road work that was completed on Hillside Road. She stated if they would go to the corner of Bridge and Hillside they would see the problem. She said it is in about one foot from the edge of the road. Henschel stated it must not have been prepped properly.  

Notice was received from the Waupaca County Highway Department that weight limit restrictions will begin Monday, March 7^th. The seasonal weight restriction will be six ton load for a single-axle vehicle and ten ton load for a tandem axle vehicle. When the roads become firm the weight limit restrictions will be lifted.  

Spring Election:  The spring election will be held April 5^th. The clerk stated there is a new slogan -Say It, Show It, Sign It. Be sure to state your full name and address, show your photo ID, and sign the poll book. A gentleman that was in attendance informed the board he was not offered a paper ballot at the last election, that he had to ask for one. Another voter in the audience stated they must have missed him because they did ask her which one she wanted. Henschel said we would be sure to let the chief inspector know so they can inform the election workers.  

Public Comments and Communications:  Olsen had previously forwarded an e-mail to the board she received in regards to how the last two Towns Association meetings were held. There are some issues in how the meetings were handled by the chair person. The meetings are for informational purposes and are held quarterly each year. All town boards are invited to attend. If anyone from the board attended and were unhappy they should send a short e-mail to the Towns Association listing their concerns.  

Henschel, Schoen, and Olsen attended the Towns Association District meetings and completed training for the Board of Review.   

Olsen had also forwarded to the board an e-mail she had received from Waupaca Cares. It addressed objections to proposed zoning ordinance revisions by the county. The Planning and Zoning Committee were to meet on March 4^th and Waupaca Cares urged board members to contact Planning and Zoning committee members. Olsen shared another e-mail from the county zoning office that the proposed revisions were placed on the agenda as a discussion/review item. The committee will be holding a public hearing tentatively set for April 7^th.  

Notice of Intent to Cut Wood Products was presented by Olsen for review for landowner Philip Blohm.  

A land use permit application for two accessory structures for Karen Konitzer was also presented for review. It was an after-the-fact application.  

Olsen shared information regarding 2015 Wisconsin Act  209. The purpose of it is to define “business day” as any day from Monday to Friday, not including a legal holiday under s. 995.20, when it comes to an official absentee ballot.  

There will be a National Weather Service Storm Spotter Training held on March 30, 2016, beginning at 6:00 p.m. at the Waupaca County Courthouse,811 Harding Street, Waupaca, in Lower Level Room 42. It will be a 90 minute seminar that covers severe weather identification, reporting procedures, and safety. Classes are free and any adult is eligible to attend, whether you want to become a storm spotter or you are just interested in learning more to protect yourself and/or your family from severe weather.  

Bills: Bills for March were reviewed, approved and paid.  

Next Meeting:  There will be a special meeting held Monday, March 14^th, at 6:00 PM as noted previously in these minutes. For complete information please read the information given in that section.  

The next monthly town board meeting will be held Monday, April 4^th, beginning at 7:00 p.m.  PLEASE NOTE the change in the start time.

Motion by Schoen, second by Heideman, to adjourn the meeting. Motion carried. The meeting was adjourned at 7:45 p.m.  

These and all meeting minutes are subject to board approval.  

Respectfully Submitted,  

Sharon Olsen, Town Clerk

TOWN OF UNION

TOWN BOARD MEETING  

Notice is hereby given that a Town Board Meeting for the Town of Union in the County of Waupaca, State of Wisconsin, for the transaction of business as is by law required or permitted to be transacted at such meeting, will be held at the Union Town Hall in said town on Monday, March 7th, 2016 beginning immediately after the public hearing that starts at 6 PM.

  AGENDA

1.)    Call meeting to order.

2.)    Open Meeting statement.

3.)    Review and approve agenda.

4.)    Approve minutes from last meeting.

5.)    Approve treasurer’s report.

6.)    Approve prior month’s disbursements.

7.)    Discussion and possible action on amending land use designation of parcel number 19-13-34-5, E7040 Dennison Road, Clintonville

8.)    Discussion on Dog Regulation Guideline Manual and possible action regarding recent dog incident

9.)    Road work

10.)  Spring election – April 5^th

11.)  Public comments/communications

12.)  Review and payment of bills.

13.)  Adjourn.  

Sharon Olsen, Town Clerk  

March 4, 2016  

Attendance by members of the Plan Commission may inadvertently make a quorum of the Plan Commission, no action by the commission will take place at this meeting.

TOWN OF UNION

PUBLIC HEARING

MARCH 7, 2016  

The public hearing was called to order by Chairman Roger Henschel at 6:00 p.m. Those present were Roger Henschel, Gary Schoen, Dave Heideman, Sandra Werth, Sharon Olsen, and residents and individuals as per sign-in sheet. The open meeting statement was given by Henschel. Henschel gave guidelines to instruct those in attendance on how the hearing would be conducted. He stated the purpose of the hearing was to hear comments from residents regarding an amendment to the comprehensive plan to change the land use designation of parcel number 19-13-34-5 at E7040 Dennison Road, Clintonville from Rural Commercial-Neighborhood to Agriculture.  

Individuals had completed Comment Registration forms to indicate they wished to speak or did not want to speak but listed their opinion or concerns. When their name was called they were asked to come to the front of the meeting, give their name and address and were asked to speak loudly and enunciate so all could hear and understand the individual. If they did not speak but presented their written testimony that information was accepted. The chairman instructed that remarks should be pertinent to the purpose of the hearing. He requested it be new testimony, not repetitive of what others had presented. Testimony would be limited to three minutes but, if necessary, no longer than five minutes. Everyone wishing to speak was given the opportunity to do so, following the rules presented by the chair.  

Attorney for G. F. Gelhar Company, Steve Sorenson, asked if the chairman would like him to explain their information prior to taking comments from the public. Henschel agreed to his offer. Sorenson explained the company was requesting the Dennison property be rezoned as a condition of them purchasing the property. He said the property is suitable for what their needs are. There is an office area; there will be a drying area, storm water ponds, berm areas, etc. The driveway would be moved. By relocating it to a hard surface area it would cut down on dust.  

After presentations from those in attendance were heard, no further business was transacted. The following is input from those who spoke:  

1)      Marilyn Herman – stated she has four areas of questions she has not heard answered. The first question was it’s a business replacing a business, not agriculture, why does it need to be rezoned. #2 Dennison Building Supply was one of the highest in property taxes, what will the impact be on residents – what will the cost to township residents be regarding reduced property taxes?  # 3 who will bear the liability for maintenance of the roads, water, etc? Why the hurry to change the zoning? # 4 Who really owns the property today? Was the request done on behalf of others or by the owner?  

The answer provided by Sorenson to # 1 is mineral extraction is not allowed in commercial so they can’t leave it as it is. For number two, Ryan Brown stated that question would probably need to be referred to our assessor. Sorenson stated most towns and county’s ag property is called a use value, when you change the value to mining it will probably go to the selling price. The assessor may come in and say you’ll have to pay based on the price paid for the property. He said it would be a 500% increase on the ag part of the land. On the building part, the facility will still be there. The buildings are nice, but they will add four-to-five million in improvements. On the 7 ½ acres as ag property, it will go up as long as they mine it. When they start mining, they’ll change the use. Schoen stated it is like a farmer dividing off lots. It’s still taxed as farm land until the lots are used. Sorenson reported that 100 acres is already leased out for next year. The Dennison family is harvesting the woods now in the area northeast of the Dennison buildings. For # 3, Sorenson said they have been talking with the Dennison family for about four years.  For # 4, Dennison Trust currently owns the property. The application was made by A.F. Gelhar under the rules it was agreed to and authorized by Dennison Trust. The statutory language is that Dennison’s authorize A.F. Gelhar to make the applications. A.F. Gelhar has made an offer to purchase the property with the condition the property is rezoned. The Dennison family is in agreement of the rezoning of the property. They would like to sell the property to A.F. Gelhar. Sorenson stated in order to take the old Henschel farm and Tellock properties off the table, that they were going to use the sand for something other than Waupaca Foundry, so they had Waupaca Foundry purchase their property and A.F. Gelhar will manage the property. The owners are ultimately going to be A.F. Gelhar or Waupaca Foundry. The high capacity well is on property owned by Waupaca Foundry.  

Deanna Hannigen asked why it’s not being zoned industrial, as that is what it really is. Sorenson stated mineral extraction is a conditional use in an agriculture district. He said the rest of the balance of the 40 is zoned ag enterprise. He also informed the group that if it were zoned industrial there would not have to be any reclamation done as there is if it were ag enterprise. He said there would be more protection, not less. Brad Milliken questioned how we will know how the residential homes would lose their value. He doesn’t want his property tax rate to raise to subsidize the mine.  

Sorenson informed the group they have an agreement with the town and county that they will maintainDennison Roadand County Road O. He said the state has not contacted them in regards to the state highways. Sorenson said he previously met with County Highway Commissioner Dean Steingraber. Henschel reported the county plans for roadwork on County Road O is out about two-to-three years.  

Henschel reminded the group that we’re only considering the comprehensive plan amendment. The purpose is to solely change the land designation from Rural Neighborhood – Commercial to Agriculture.  

2)      Angela Williamson Emmert – said that we have a better plan than what we had previously but she is upset that we don’t have the conditions that we wanted and approved. She feels we should have a hydrological study completed. She also addressed concerns that they can bring in sand from other locations to process at this facility. Heideman said the county came up with an ordinance. Williamson Emmert asked if we no longer have any input. She feels we should insist we have the same conditions we had before – that to throw that all out now would be moving backwards.  

3)   Kelly Ramstack – stated she looked in the comprehensive plan to see what the purpose and primary goal of ag enterprise is. The purpose is to preserve and promote a full range of agricultural uses. To implement comprehensive plan goals by encouraging livestock and other agricultural uses in areas where soil and other conditions are best suited to these agricultural pursuits. The primary goal is to prevent conversion of land identified as a valuable agricultural resource to uses that are not consistent with agriculture while optimizing agriculture production. She doesn’t believe the 7 ½ acres should be rezoned to agriculture as it’s not for agriculture purposes. She felt the land could be changed from commercial to industrial and the mine could still go in. According to the Waupaca County Non-Metallic Mining ordinance both Rural Industrial zones allow mining.

4)      Marcy Wentworth submitted written comments. She was asked if she wanted it read to which she stated she did. Henschel read it out loud. It stated “I wish to voice my opinion against this change. The Town ofUnion’s comp plan is inconsistent with the proposed use. Both LU 9 and LU 11 are not consistent. The 2000’ foot setback to a residence and 5 year limit on the mine.”  

Deanna Hannigen feels we should wait for an assessor’s report regarding what the difference will be in property taxes.  

Another individual stated that she is confused as how a mine can be considered ag. She said she thinks of ag as sheep, cows, etc.  

Comments received from individuals that did not want to speak, but wanted to state their concerns were as follows:

1)      Richard Simons form asked “what are the intentions for screened sand that is not suitable for Waupaca Foundry molding sand? Is it viable to only take sand that is suitable for WF which is the smaller percentage? The Gelhar plant in Markesan screens for foundry and frack sand. What really will be happening with the coarser grain sand that WF can’t utilize?”  

Ryan Brown said mineral extract has been part of ag districts since 1967 when a bill went through. Heideman asked what the difference would be from industrial to ag enterprise.

Sorenson stated the latest piece of legislation is considering turning control back to the state, to take control away from towns and counties. He stated that historically mines were on farm lands when farmers went to the back 40. They would bank it, haul it, process it for roads, animal stalls, etc. Sorenson said the industry has grown up. The sand is washed and cleaned. There is less silicosis problems, etc. If it was zoned industrial and they sold it, it could potentially become a rendering plant, chemical treatment plant, etc. He said you want the controls of a conditional use permit. The laws are good to protect the water, air, etc. Reclamation is required to go back to ag, where as with industrial it would not have to.  

Chairman Henschel asked three times if anyone had any further comments in favor of the amendment. He asked three times if anyone had any further comments in opposition of the amendment. He asked if there was anyone else that wanted to speak. There was no response.  

Schoen made a motion to adjourn the meeting, second by Heideman. The public hearing adjourned at 6:55 p.m.  

Respectfully Submitted,  

Sharon Olsen, Clerk

Attendance by members of the Plan Commission and Town Board may inadvertently make a quorum of the Plan Commission and/or the Town Board, no action by the commission or board will take place at this hearing.

TOWN OF UNION

PUBLIC HEARING AGENDA

Notice is hereby given that a Public Hearing will be held at the Union Town Hall located at E6592 State Road 22, Bear Creek, in the County of Waupaca, State of Wisconsin, as is by law required,  for the purpose of amending the land use designation of Parcel Number 19-13-34-5, E7040 Dennison Road, Clintonville, from Rural Commercial – Neighborhood to Ag Enterprise. The hearing will be held at the Town Hall in said town on Monday, March 7th, 2016 at 6 PM with the March Town Board meeting to immediately follow.  

AGENDA

1.)    Call public hearing to order.

2.)    Open Meeting statement.

3.)    General guidelines

4.)    Public comments

5.)    Calling three times of any further comments

6.)    Adjourn.  

Sharon Olsen, Town Clerk  

March 4, 2016  

Attendance by members of the Plan Commission and Town Board may inadvertently make a quorum of the Plan Commission and/or the Town Board, no action by the commission or board will take place at this hearing.

Town of Union Minutes

Town Board Meeting

February 1, 2016  

 The meeting was called to order by Chairman Roger Henschel at 6:00 p.m. Those present were Roger Henschel, Gary Schoen, David Heideman, Sandy Werth, Sharon Olsen, and residents as listed on the sign-in sheet. The open meeting statement was given by Henschel.

Agenda: Motion by Schoen, second by Heideman, to approve the agenda as presented. Motion carried.   

Board Meeting Minutes: Minutes of the January 4, 2016 town board meeting were reviewed. Chair Henschel noted the date of the February meeting was listed in the minutes as February 8^th, due to clerk notifying board she was planning a vacation and the meeting had been switched to February 8th. (Due to a change in vacation plans, the meeting was switched back to the original date of February 1^st.) Motion by Heideman, second by Schoen, to approve the minutes with the correction noted. Motion carried. 

Treasurer’s Report: The treasurer had shared a print out of the summary of our checking account. Treasurer Werth reviewed the information listed.  Motion by Schoen, second by Heideman, to approve the treasurer’s report as presented. Werth then added she had an adjustment to add. The bank balance of $184,260.55 included a deposit of $96,166.47 from the county treasurer’s office but it was not shown in the list of deposits. Motions were made again to approve the treasurer’s report with the amended addition of the check from the county treasurer’s office.  Motion carried.  

Disbursements: The prior month’s disbursements were reviewed. Checks # 5835 through # 5841, totaling $6,097.09 were paid January 4th. Schoen moved to approve the prior month’s disbursements, second by Heideman.  Motion carried.  

Public Hearing:  A.F. Gelhar Company, Inc. submitted a request to change the land use designation of parcel number 19-13-34-5 at E7040 Dennison Road from Rural Commercial - Neighborhood to Agriculture. A public hearing regarding such will be held Monday, March 7^th, beginning at 6:00 p.m. The town board will immediately follow the public hearing.  

Proposed Ordinance Revisions from Waupaca County:  The Waupaca County Zoning Department had sent an e-mail of proposed ordinance revisions to the clerk. Clerk Olsen had forwarded the e-mail on to the town board to review prior to the meeting. There will be a public hearing held on Friday, March 4, 2016, at the county.

Emergency Services Provided by Town of Dupont:  Olsen received the agreement from the Town ofDupont for the board to review and approve. The agreement is for emergency services to be provided to a Town ofUnion family of five in case of an emergency.  Henschel and Olsen signed the agreement and it will be returned to the Town of Dupont.  

Recycling Program:  Olsen received the report for the recycling program to complete and return to the county. The total recycling costs paid in 2015 was $11,085.79. She also received the invoice from the county for the 2015 recycling assessment fee, which is $1,947.28. This is increased from $1,938.29 which was paid earlier in 2015 for 2014.  

Election Training:  County Clerk Mary Robbins provided training on Wednesday, January 20^th, for election workers. There was good attendance with workers attending from Town of Little Wolf, City of Manawa, City of Marion, Village of Ogdensburg, and the Town of Union. Jackie Beyer, clerk of Town of Little Wolf, co-hosted the event with Olsen at our town hall. Olsen had shared an e-mail from Command Central to Mary Robbins with the chief inspectors for their review. The primary election will be held February 16^th. The voting by absentee ballot has been published and posted. The testing of the electronic equipment will be held Saturday, February 6^th at 8:00 a.m.  

Public Comments/Communications:  Chair Henschel had shared information from letters he received from Jason Snyder from the County Zoning Department regarding a couple of residents that were non-compliant with the proper permits. One involved a couple of storage sheds and the other was replacing an old deck with a new deck.  Please be sure to contact a board member or the county zoning office PRIOR to beginning any new project to ensure you are in compliance with any permits that may be needed.  

Olsen received a phone call from Paul Hanlon, building inspector, Sunday night. He has the check for the project at Brian Shambeau’s on Swamp Road. He stated he had the check since the 15^th but forgot to mail it. He wanted to be sure Schoen knew he was mailing it to us.  

Schoen reported one of his neighbor’s logs have been quarantined by the DNR due to not following proper procedure. There are outstanding real estate taxes.  

A resident questioned whether the no parking sign on the north side of the street by Still Phil’s pertains to vehicles only, or if it included snowmobiles. The board responded it included snowmobiles. She reported there were about 30 snowmobiles parked perpendicular to the roadway. There was actually someone directing the snowmobilers in parking their sleds. There was discussion on the new snowfall, a short season, warm temps, etc. and the snowmobilers wanting to make the most of it.  It was stated the conversation would probably not be taking place if this was up north as they actually welcome the snowmobilers to their towns for business. The resident suggested brighter, better street lights as it was hard to see them and the roadway is narrow.  

Olsen shared the fire dues – self certification by Fire Chief Rob Rosenau was submitted January 31^st.  The worker’s compensation audit was completed and submitted to Rural Insurance. She will e-mail the last nine-point test to the Waupaca office.

Olsen shared the notice of the 2016 rate of $1,671.976 per month charged by M&K Assessments, LLC. This is down from $1,696.30 for 2015.  

The UW Extension will be hosting a county-wide discussion on farmers’ markets on February 10, 2016 at 6:30 p.m. at the Waupaca County Courthouse, located at811 Harding Street, Waupaca. It will be held in room 42 in the Lower Level. They recently held sessions regarding broadband access and the existing trail system.  

Next Town Board Meeting:  The next town board meeting will be held, Monday, March 7^th, immediately following the public hearing which starts at 6:00 p.m.   

Bills: Bills were reviewed, approved, and paid. 

Motion by Heideman, second by Schoen, to adjourn the meeting. Motion carried. The meeting was adjourned at 7:15 p.m.  

These and all meeting minutes are subject to board approval. 

Respectfully Submitted,

Sharon Olsen, Town Clerk

Town of Union

Plan Commission

Meeting Minutes  

                                                                                                                                                                January 20, 2016

                                                                                                                          Union Town Hall  

Members Present:  Gary Schoen, Dave Heideman, Steve Bauer, Mike Janke and Walter Strebe

Chair Schoen called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m. and read the opening meeting statement.

Motion by Strebe, second by Bauer to approve the agenda as presented.  Motion carried.

Heideman read the minutes from the March 2, 2015 Plan Commission meeting.  Motion by Bauer, second by Janke to approve the minutes as presented.  Motion carried.  

Heideman read the minutes from the January 13, 2016 Plan Commission meeting.  Motion by Strebe, second by Janke to approve the minutes as presented.  Motion carried.  

Chairperson Schoen provided an overview of the purpose of the meeting.  Waupaca County Planning and Zoning Director, Ryan Brown reviewed the procedure for completing a Comprehensive Plan Amendment, a Zoning Map Amendment Application, and a Non-metallic Mining Conditional Use Permit Application.  

The Plan Commission reviewed a Comprehensive Plan Map Amendment Application to change parcel number 19-13-34-5 from the current land use of Commercial to Agriculture.  Representatives of A. F. Gelhar Co., Inc. and Ryan Brown answered questions from the Plan Commission.  A motion was made by Strebe, second by Bauer to recommend approval of the change to the Comprehensive Plan.  Motion carried.  

The Plan Commission reviewed a Zoning Map Amendment Application to change parcel number 19-13-34-5 from Rural Commercial Neighborhood (RC-N) to Agriculture Enterprise (AE).  Representatives of A. F. Gelhar Co., Inc. and Ryan Brown answered questions from the Plan Commission.  A motion was made by Janke, second by Strebe to recommend approval of the change to the Zoning Map.  Motion carried. 

The Plan Commission reviewed a Non-metallic Mining Conditional Use Permit Application for parcel numbers 19-13-34-3, 19-13-34-4, 19-13-35-5 and 19-13-31.  Representatives of A. F. Gelhar Co., Inc. and Ryan Brown answered questions from the Plan Commission.  A motion was made by Bauer, second by Strebe to recommend approval of the Conditional Use Permit.  Motion carried.  The Plan commission made the following recommendations for the Waupaca County Planning and Zoning Committee to consider; 1) Provide screening on the west side of the property with trees.  2) Require a Nutrient Management Plan for the agricultural land.  3) Develop one set of conditional uses for this property and the previously approved Non-metallic Conditional Use Permit granted for the property to the East of this using the new Waupaca County Non-metallic Mining Ordinance and the previously approved permit.  

Forms were completed for the Comprehensive Plan Map Amendment, the Zoning Map Amendment, and the Non-metallic Mining Conditional Use Application.  A public hearing will be held on March 7, 2016 at 6:00 pm.  This will be followed by the Town Board meeting.  

Motion by Bauer, seconded by Janke to adjourn.  Motion carried.  

Meeting adjourned at 9:00 p.m.  

Respectfully Submitted,

Dave Heideman

Plan Commission Secretary

PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE

TOWN OF UNION, WAUPACA COUNTY

The Town of Union will hold a public hearing on Monday, March 7, 2016, at 6:00 p.m., with the monthly Town Board meeting to immediately follow. The Public Hearing will take place at Union Town Hall, E6592 State Road 22, Bear Creek. The Town Board will take comments from residents regarding an amendment to the comprehensive plan to change the land use designation of parcel 19-13-34-5 at E7040 Dennison Road from Rural Commercial–Neighborhood to Agriculture.

Copies of the plan or amendment are available for inspection prior to the hearing by contacting Ryan Brown, Planning & Zoning Director, at 715-258-6258 during normal business hours 8:00 am – 4:00 pm.  Written comments may also be mailed to Union Town Clerk atN8521 Jossie Rd, Manawa and will be accepted until date and time of Public Hearing.  The Town Clerk may be reached at 920-596-3614. 

Class I notice, as provided by 66.1001 (4)(d)

Sharon Olsen, Town Clerk

Posted:  January 30, 2016

Published: February 4, 2016

TOWN OF UNION

NOTICE OF PUBLIC TEST

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a pre-election public test of the electronic voting equipment to be used by the disabled and/or general public at the February 16^th Primary Election will be conducted on Saturday, February 6, 2016 at 8:00 a.m. at the Union Town Hall, E6592 State Road 22, Bear Creek WI.  

Sharon Olsen, Town Clerk

Published:  February 4, 2016

Posted:  January 30, 2016

TOWN OF UNION

TOWN BOARD MEETING  

Notice is hereby given that a Town Board Meeting for the Town of Union in the County of Waupaca, State of Wisconsin, for the transaction of business as is by law required or permitted to be transacted at such meeting, will be held at the Union Town Hall in said town on Monday, February 1^st, 2016 at 6 PM.  

AGENDA

1.)    Call meeting to order.

2.)    Open Meeting statement.

3.)    Review and approve agenda.

4.)    Approve minutes from last meeting.

5.)    Approve treasurer’s report.

6.)    Approve prior month’s disbursements.

7.)    Plan Commission Resolution 2016- 1

          Public Hearing March 7^th at 6:00 p.m., town board meeting to follow

8.)    Proposed Ordinance Revisions received from County        

    Public Hearing at County, Friday, March 4, 2016

9.)    Agreement with Town of Dupont regarding emergency services for Detert family

10.)  Recycling Program – curbside collection

11.)  Primary Election February 16, 2016

           Public testing of equipment, Saturday, February 6^th at 8:00 a.m.

12.)  Public comments/communications

13.)  Review and payment of bills.

14.)  Adjourn.  

Sharon Olsen, Town Clerk  

Posted: January 30, 2016

Attendance by members of the Plan Commission may inadvertently make a quorum of the Plan Commission, no action by the commission will take place at this meeting.

TOWN OF UNION

PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING

Notice is hereby given that a Planning Commission Meeting for the Town of Union in the County of Waupaca, State of Wisconsin, for the transaction of business as is by the law required or permitted to be transacted at such meeting, will be held at the Union Town Hall on Wednesday, January 20, 2016 at 6:30 PM. The purpose of this meeting is to discuss permit and amendment applications from A.F. Gelhar Co., Inc.  

AGENDA  

1.) Call meeting to order.  

2.) Open meeting statement.

This meeting and all other meetings of this committee are open to the public. Proper notice has been posted in accordance with Wisconsin Statutes so the citizenry may be aware of the time, place and agenda of this meeting.  

3.) Review and approve agenda.  

4.) Review and approve minutes of previous meetings.  

5.) Purpose of this meeting is to discuss, review, and possible action on the following from A.F. Gelhar Co., Inc.  

• Comprehensive Plan Map Amendment Application
• Zoning Map Amendment Application
• Non-metallic Mining Conditional Use Permit Application for Dennison Property

6.) Adjourn  

Posted Online: January 18, 2016  

Posted:  January 18, 2016

Town of Union

Plan Commission

Meeting Minutes  

                                                                                                                                                                January 13, 2016

                                                                                                           Union Town Hall  

Members Present:        Gary Schoen, Dave Heideman, Steve Bauer, Mike Janke and Walter Strebe and residents and non-residents as listed on the sign-in sheets.  

Chair Schoen called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m. and read the opening meeting statement.

Motion by Heideman, second by Janke to approve the agenda as presented.  Motion carried.  

A.F. Gelhar Co., Inc. attorney Steve Sorenson and other representatives of A. F. Gelhar Co., Inc. and Waupaca Foundry provided information on an Application for a Non-metallic Conditional Use Permit Application for two parcels known as the Dennison Property.  They provided diagrams of the proposed mine site and answered questions as to the plans for the property.  

Ryan Brown, Waupaca County Planning and Zoning Director reviewed the procedure for completing a Comprehensive Plan Amendment, a Zoning Map Amendment Application, and a Non-metallic Mining Conditional Use Permit Application.  

Rod Dennison stated that he had put his building supply business up for sale and would like to sell it to A. F. Gellar Co., Inc.  

The Plan Commission set their next meeting for January 20, 2016 at 6:30 p.m.

Motion by Heideman, seconded by Bauer to adjourn.  Motion carried.  

Meeting adjourned at 7:23 p.m.

Respectfully Submitted,

Dave Heideman

Plan Commission Secretary

TOWN OF UNION

PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING  

Notice is hereby given that a Planning Commission Meeting for the Town of Union in the County of Waupaca, State of Wisconsin, for the transaction of business as is by the law required or permitted to be transacted at such meeting, will be held at the Union Town Hall on Wednesday, January 13, 2016 at 6:30 PM. The purpose of this meeting is to discuss permit and amendment applications from A.F. Gelhar Co., Inc.

AGENDA  

1.) Call meeting to order.  

2.) Open meeting statement.

This meeting and all other meetings of this committee are open to the public. Proper notice has been posted in accordance with Wisconsin Statutes so the citizenry may be aware of the time, place and agenda of this meeting.  

3.) Review and approve agenda.  

4.) Purpose of this meeting is to discuss, review, and possible action on the following from A.F. Gelhar Co., Inc.  

• Non-metallic Mining Conditional Use Permit Application for Dennison Property.
• Zoning Map Amendment Application
• Comprehensive Plan Map Amendment Application  

5.) Adjourn

Posted Online: January 11, 2016 

Posted:  January 12, 2016

Town of Union Minutes

Town Board Meeting

January 4, 2016  

The meeting was called to order by Chairman Roger Henschel at 6:08 p.m. Those present were Sandy Werth, David Heideman, Gary Schoen, Roger Henschel, Sharon Olsen, and residents as listed on the sign-in sheet. The open meeting statement was given by Henschel.  

Agenda: Motion by Schoen, second by Heideman, to approve the agenda as presented. Motion carried.   

Board Meeting Minutes: Minutes of the December 7, 2015 town board meeting were reviewed. Motion by Schoen, second by Heideman, to approve the minutes as presented. Motion carried. The minutes of the December 21, 2015 Settlement Meeting were reviewed. Motion by Heideman, second by Schoen, to approve the minutes as submitted. Motion carried.   

Treasurer’s Report: The treasurer’s report was given by Werth. She had an adjustment to add regarding two outstanding checks. Motion by Heideman, second by Henschel, to approve the treasurer’s report with the adjustments taken in to consideration. Motion carried. 

Disbursements: The prior month’s disbursements were reviewed. Checks # 5810 through # 5826, totaling $37,731.27 were paid December 7th. Checks # 5827 through # 5834, totaling $17,628.40, were paid December 21st at the settlement meeting. Schoen moved to approve the prior month’s disbursements, second by Heideman.  Motion carried.  

Election Training:  Olsen has been in contact with County Clerk Mary Robbins regarding training of election workers. A training was held at our town hall in January 2014 and 26 people attended. Robbins is working on a listing of trainings that will take place throughout the county. There are a few town halls that have been scheduled and Robbins is considering having trainings at the Waupaca County Courthouse on January 26^th, one in the morning from nine until noon and the other in the afternoon. A couple of town board members thought it would work going to the courthouse. If our poll workers had to attend elsewhere we would pay them mileage. Olsen said she would forward on the listing when she receives it from Robbins. She will connect with Robbins again to see about having a training at our town hall.  

Town Website on County’s Website:  Schoen had been on the county’s website and saw that other towns had their information on the county’s site. He questioned as to whether or not we would also want to do that now that the topic of tourism is being addressed, etc. Olsen said she would check with the county to see what is involved in adding our site as a link to the county’s website.  

Public Comments/Communications:  Schoen had received a call from a resident that their neighbor’s cattle are out in their yard. Schoen investigated the matter and spoke with the owner of the animals. Schoen was going to document the incident and informed the owner if too many occurrences take place the town would have to notify the sheriff’s department. The fines for the violation start at $200. A resident that was in attendance at the town board meeting informed the board that he has, on several occasions, also saw the young stock in the road way when he was driving in the area and would have to stop.  

Olsen informed the board the 2016 IRS rate for mileage reimbursement for business miles driven is $.54, down from $.57.5 for 2015.  

Olsen had printed the Wisconsin Department of Revenue 2016 calendar and had it available if anyone wanted to see it or make a copy of it. When she originally received it via e-mail she had forwarded it to the town board for their use.  

Olsen had the Oath of Office forms printed for all the election workers that were appointed at the last meeting. The form was completed with those attending the meeting. The remainder of the forms will be completed outside of the meeting. Olsen also had the forms for the appointed Plan Commission members ready for signatures of the board.

Next Town Board Meeting:  The next town board meeting will be held, Monday, February 8^th, beginning at 6:00 p.m. instead of February 1^st.  

Bills: Bills were reviewed, approved, and paid.  

Motion by Schoen, second by Heideman, to adjourn the meeting. Motion carried. The meeting was adjourned at 7:25 p.m.

These and all meeting minutes are subject to board approval.  

Respectfully Submitted,  

Sharon Olsen, Town Clerk

TOWN OF UNION

TOWN BOARD MEETING

Notice is hereby given that a Town Board Meeting for the Town of Union in the County of Waupaca, State of Wisconsin, for the transaction of business as is by law required or permitted to be transacted at such meeting, will be held at the Union Town Hall in said town on Monday, January 4th, 2016 at 6 PM.  

AGENDA

1.)    Call meeting to order.

2.)    Open Meeting statement.

3.)    Review and approve agenda.

4.)    Approve minutes from last meeting.

5.)    Approve treasurer’s report.

6.)    Approve prior month’s disbursements.

7.)    Election training with Mary Robbins,County Clerk

8.)    Town website posted onWaupacaCountywebsite

9.)    Public comments/communications.

10.)  Review and payment of bills.

11.)  Adjourn.  

Sharon Olsen, Town Clerk

January 1, 2016  

Attendance by members of the Plan Commission may inadvertently make a quorum of the Plan Commission, no action by the commission will take place at this meeting.

Town of Union Minutes

Town Board Settlement Meeting

December 21, 2015  

The meeting was called to order by Chairman Roger Henschel at 6:07 p.m. Those present were Sandra Werth, David Heideman, Gary Schoen, Roger Henschel, and Sharon Olsen. The open meeting statement was given by Henschel.  

Agenda: Motion by Schoen, second by Heideman, to amend the agenda to include appointing and approving Plan Commission members for 2016 – 2017 and for extension of term from 2015 to 2016. Motion carried. Motion by Schoen, second by Heideman, to approve the amended agenda. Motion carried.  

Poll Workers:  Werth routed the listing of poll workers and chief inspectors for 2016 through 2017. She had contacted the individuals and they wanted to continue as workers. The workers include Mary Riesenberg, Gary Schoen, Geri Henschel, Ruth Schoen, Lola Bonikowske, Lois Riske, Dorothy Janke, Donna Krueger, Barb Lightfuss, Marvin Pethke, Myrtle Kutchenriter, Diane Werth, Sandra Werth, and Beverly Schuelke.  Motion by Heideman, second by Schoen, to approve and appoint the workers as presented. Motion carried.  

Plan Commission Members:  The minutes of June 3, 2013 were reviewed. There were not any plan commission meetings held in 2015 so an extension of appointment was requested for Walter Strebe and Steve Bauer through 2016. Motion by Schoen, second by Heideman, for Walter Strebe and Steve Bauer’s terms on the plan commission to be extended through 2016. Motion passed. Chair Henschel appointed Gary Schoen, Michael Janke, and David Heideman to be plan commission members for 2016 through 2017. Henschel stated that with the appointment Schoen will retain the position of chairman and Heideman as secretary.  

Review and Pay Final Bills for 2015: Final 2015 bills received after the December 7th town board meeting were reviewed and paid, checks numbered 5827 through 5834 were issued in the amount of $17,628.40.   

Audit of Expenditures and Receipts for 2015: An audit of all receipts and expenditures for 2015 was conducted by the full town board. No errors were found.  

Motion by Heideman, second by Schoen, to adjourn the meeting. Motion carried. The meeting was adjourned at 7:25 p.m.  

These and all meeting minutes are subject to board approval.  

Respectfully Submitted,

Sharon Olsen, Town Clerk

TOWN OF UNION

TOWN BOARD MEETING

Settlement  

Notice is hereby given that a Town Board Meeting for the Town of Union in the County of Waupaca, State of Wisconsin, for the transaction of business as is by law required or permitted to be transacted at such meeting, will be held at the Union Town Hall in said town on Monday, December 21, 2015 beginning at 6 PM.  

AGENDA  

1.)    Call meeting to order.

2.)    Open meeting statement.

3.)    Review and approve agenda.

4.)    Appoint election inspectors and election poll workers

5.)    Review and payment of final bills for 2015.

6.)    Conduct audit of expenditures and receipts for 2015.

7.)    Adjourn  

Sharon Olsen, Town Clerk,

December 18, 2015  

Attendance by members of the Plan Commission may inadvertently make a quorum of the Plan Commission, no action by the commission will take place at this meeting.

Town of Union Minutes

Town Board Meeting

December 7, 2015  

The meeting was called to order at 6:02 p.m. by Chairman Roger Henschel. Those present were Sandra Werth, David Heideman, Gary Schoen, Roger Henschel, Sharon Olsen and residents as per sign-in sheet. The open meeting statement was given by Henschel.  

Agenda: Motion by Heideman, second by Schoen, to approve the agenda as presented. Motion carried.   

Board Meeting Minutes: Minutes of the November’s public budget hearing were reviewed. Motion by Schoen, second by Heideman, to approve the November 2 minutes as presented. Motion passed. Motion by Schoen, second by Heideman, that the minutes of the special town meeting of the electors were properly presented and should be approved. Motion passed. Motion by Schoen, second by Heideman, that minutes of the November 2nd town board meeting were properly presented and accurate and should be approved. Motion carried.   

Treasurer’s Report: Werth presented the treasurer’s financial report. Motion by Heideman, second by Schoen, to approve the treasurer’s report as submitted. Motion carried.  

Disbursements: The prior month’s disbursements were reviewed. Motion by Schoen, second by Heideman, to approve disbursements as presented. Checks # 5791 through # 5809 were paid in November, with a total of $8,981.38. Motion carried.  

Little Wolf School District: Dr Melanie Oppor, LWHS District Administrator since September of 2014, requested to attend the town board meeting to give a presentation to update the town on the school district. Bobbie Jo Pethke, school board representatifve for the Town o fUnion, also attended. Dr Oppor presented an excellent Power Point presentation on the history and future of the school district and where all the revenues are spent. She informed those in attendance that 41% of the students are from lower economically disadvantaged families. Thirteen per cent of the district’s equalized value comes from the Town of Union. Classes are 90 minutes long due to block scheduling. A resident (also a parent) made the complaint that it is hard to fit in extra curricular classes such as arts, chorus, and agriculture as there is not enough time in the day to do all what the student wants. Schoen said he is happy to see emphasis on welding and suggested another important field is machining. Schoen also questioned as to what is going to happen to the abandoned elementary school building. Dr Oppor stated there was a day where outside people were able to come in and take what they wanted. They had thought of a day care or medical clinic but Theda Care was not interested. When questioned on the latest parting of ways with the football coach, Dr Oppor stated it was because they wanted to move in a different direction.  Bobbie Jo also serves on the curriculum board and stated if we ever had any questions on education or curriculum to give her a call and she would be happy to address it with us. A resident had raised the question as to how many students are home schooled. Dr Oppor did not know the number at the time but stated the students home schooled are mostly at the secondary level. She said eight to 12 Amish students are being bused toMarion. They have their own bus route this year.

Update on the Wisconsin Towns Association meeting:  The Government Accountability Board is being changed over. We will now have two boards.  

Waupaca County All Hazards Mitigation Plan: WaupacaCounty developed a resolution regarding the All Hazards Mitigation Plan. They requested all cities, towns, and villages, to review and adopt the resolution. The county will then submit, on our behalf, the adopted plan to Wisconsin Emergency Management and Federal Emergency Management Agency officials for final review and approval. Motion by Schoen, second by Heideman, to adopt the Waupaca County All Hazards Mitigation Plan and pass Resolution 2015-03.  Motion carried.  

In October we had started to address the Emergency Response Plan as authored by the Waupaca County Emergency Government. Motion by Schoen, second by Heideman, to accept the Emergency Response Plan and to adopt Resolution 2015-02 which authorizes to accept the plan and to update the plan every two years.  

Comprehensive Plan:  Ryan Brown, of the Waupaca County Zoning Department, would like to meet some time in January to start the process of updating our Comprehensive Plan. Our town board meeting is January 4^th. A tentative date of January 13^th at 6:30 was agreed upon. Henschel stated any planning commission member whose term expires must be replaced in January. They serve for a three year term. He questioned where we stand. He said he would be able to look back in his records or if the clerk could find the information needed. The minutes of the Planning Committee probably contain the information as well.  

Pick-up of Recycling Materials: A resident on Cedar Lake has been talking with residents of Big Falls and the Town of Wyoming. She informed Schoen they have garbage and recycling pick-up every week and questioned if we could also have pick up of recyclables more often. Henschel reported Big Fall’s residents do not have to pay for the service as their dam brings in revenue that pays for it. Town of Wyoming residents pay about $185 a year for the service. Schoen did an estimated count of 327 for pick-ups/stops in our territory. Currently there is not an extra charge to our residents for pick-up of garbage and recyclables. It is a service covered by taxes. If we were to increase pick-ups we would be charged additional fees and would have to pass on a special assessment and charge residents for the service as the town would not be able to fund an increase. Schoen stated he would contact the resident and let her know we’ve decided to continue as is with the service provided.  

Settlement Date: December 21^st was chosen as the date to meet to review and pay all final bills for 2015. We will also audit revenues and expenditures for 2015. The meeting will begin a 6:00 p.m.  

Communications/Public Comment: Werth questioned Heideman as to how he did in collecting the dog license fee from his neighbor. He did not have any luck. Werth also indicated she received the outstanding payment from Benhamadi for his fire number.  

Werth also stated her husband said there is a problem with the white light at the end of the drive way of the town hall. It doesn’t always work the way it should. Henschel stated he will call the power company as the light belongs to them.  

Schoen reported he has received complaints from residents in Symco that someone continues burning huge bonfires in Symco and the ash is being distributed everywhere.  The resident moved the location of his bonfires closer to the cemetery but spewing ash is a problem and concern still remains.  

Henschel reported he has received another call from Pagel regarding the pile of debris. Henschel reported he informed Pagel the pile is not in the road right-of-way and is not the town’s problem.  

Werth reported the election workers need to be approved in January. 

Olsen asked Schoen if there was anything that needed to be addressed regarding the permit for an addition at Brian Shambeau’s property. Schoen stated Hanlon was waiting for some more information for the UDC permit.  

Olsen shared the Notice of Presidential Preference Vote and Judicial and County Supervisor Election she received from the county clerk’s office to be posted.  

A wood cutting permit was received for D and A Prill and was shared with the board, as well as a Land Use Permit Application for Roger Schuelke on East River Road for a 12’ x 10’ accessory structure to be used as a lean-to for storage.  

Werth questioned the dog tax computer program. A discussion followed. The decision was made that if she needs it to do her job she should get it. Otherwise she will have to create a program to use to maintain accurate records. She could check with other treasurer’s to see what they are doing if the county is collecting their property tax and they need to collect the dog tax fees.  

Olsen routed for review the orders from the Department of Natural Resources designating Managed Forest Law land that takes effect January 1, 2016 and will first affect the landowner’s property tax bills for the 2016 assessment for the following:  Drath Family Irrevocable Trust, Pagel Family Limited Partnership, and Walter W. and Ruth Ann C. Ewert Living Trust. The DNR also sent a copy to our municipal assessor.  

Bills: Bills for December were reviewed, approved, and paid.  

Next Town Board Meeting will be held Monday, January 4, 2016, at 6:00 p.m..  The settlement meeting will be held Monday, December 21, 2015 at 6:00 p.m.  

Motion by Schoen, second by Heideman, to adjourn. Motion carried. The meeting was adjourned at 8:03 p.m.  

These and all meeting minutes are subject to board approval.  

Respectfully Submitted,  

Sharon Olsen, Town Clerk

TOWN OF UNION

TOWN BOARD MEETING 

Notice is hereby given that a Town Board Meeting for the Town of Union in the County of Waupaca, State of Wisconsin, for the transaction of business as is by law required or permitted to be transacted at such meeting, will be held at the Union Town Hall, E6592 State Road 22, Bear Creek, WI, in said town on Monday, December 7th, 2015 at 6 PM.  

AGENDA  

1.)    Call meeting to order.

2.)    Open meeting statement.

3.)    Review and approve agenda.

4.)    Approve minutes from last meeting.

5.)    Approve treasurer’s report.

6.)    Approve prior month’s disbursements.

7.)    Dr Melanie Oppor, LWHS District Administrator, update on schools

8.)    Update on WI Towns Association Meeting

9.)    Discuss and adopt the Waupaca County All Hazards Mitigation Plan

10.)  Discuss and establish potential dates to meet with staff member from  county zoning office to start update of Comprehensive Plan

11.)  Discussion on twice a month pick-up for recycling

12.)  Set settlement date

13.)  Communications/public comments

14.)  Review and payment of bills.

15.)  Adjourn. 

Sharon Olsen, Town Clerk, 

December 4, 2015  

Attendance by members of the Plan Commission may inadvertently make a quorum of the Plan Commission, no action by the commission will take place at this meeting.  

 Town of Union

Public Budget Hearing

November 2, 2015  

The public budget hearing was called to order at 6:00 p.m. by Chairman Roger Henschel. Those present were Gary Schoen, Roger Henschel, David Heideman, Sandra Werth, Sharon Olsen, and residents as per sign-in sheet. The open meeting statement was given by Henschel.  

Clerk Olsen read the minutes of the November 3, 2014 meeting. She reviewed and explained the proposed budget as presented. Copies were distributed. She asked if anyone had any questions or wanted to view the printed budget, with no one indicating they did.  

Chairman Henschel asked for any public comments or questions and hearing none Schoen made the motion to adjourn, second by Heideman. The public hearing closed at 6:10 p.m.  We continued on to the Special Town Meeting of the Electors.

 Special Town Meeting

of the Electors of the Town of Union

November 2, 2015  

The special meeting of the electors was called to order by Chairman Henschel at 6:10 p.m. Those present were Sandra Werth, David Heideman, Gary Schoen, Roger Henschel, Sharon Olsen, and residents as per sign-in sheet.  Henschel gave the open meeting statement and said the purpose of the meeting was to adopt the 2015 tax levy to be paid in 2016.  Clerk Olsen read the minutes of the November 3, 2014 meeting. She informed everyone the tax levy to be paid in 2016 is $235,951. Henschel asked for a motion to adopt the tax levy. Motion by Myrtle Kutchenriter, second by Marilyn Herman, to adopt the tax levy as presented.  Chairman Henschel asked for all those in favor, there being 9 yes, and then asked for those opposed, hearing none, motion passed.  

There was not a need for any other business to be transacted at this meeting. Motion by Schoen, second by Heideman, to adjourn the special elector’s meeting. Motion carried. Meeting adjourned at 6:15 p.m. 

Attendance by members of the Plan Commission may inadvertently make a quorum of the Plan Commission, no action by the commission will take place at this meeting.  

Town of Union Minutes

Town Board Meeting

November 2, 2015  

Chairman Roger Henschel called the town board meeting to order at 6:16 p.m. Those present were Roger Henschel, Gary Schoen, David Heideman, Sandra Werth, Sharon Olsen, and residents as per sign-in sheet. The open meeting statement was given by Henschel.  

Agenda: Motion by Schoen, second by Heideman, to approve the agenda as presented. Motion carried.    

Board Meeting Minutes: Minutes of the October 5, 2015 town board meeting were reviewed. Motion by Schoen, second by Heideman, to approve the minutes as presented. Motion carried.  

Treasurer’s Report: Werth gave the treasurer’s report. Motion by Schoen, second by Heideman, to approve the treasurer’s report as presented. Motion carried.  

Disbursements: The disbursements for the prior month were reviewed. Checks 5773 through 5790 were paid in October, with a total of $69,597.21. Motion by Heideman, second by Schoen, to approve as presented. Motion carried.  

Review and Final Action of the 2016 Budget:  Based on the information presented and discussions of the previous meetings, motion by Schoen, second by Heideman, to approve the 2016 budget as presented. Motion passed.  

Emergency Response Plan:  Olsen had received the Emergency Response Plan via e-mail fromWaupacaCounty. She forwarded it on to the board members for their review prior to the meeting. Schoen and Henschel had both stated we would need to include the other electric companies besides Alliant Energy in the plan. We had discussion on where the alternate meeting place would be if the town hall would not be available. Saint Mark Lutheran Church was suggested. Schoen stated he would connect with Pastor Jeffrey Smiles and the council regarding using the church as an alternate meeting place in the event of an emergency and the town hall was not available due to the disaster. Emergency response for Waupaca County will be the topic at the Wisconsin Towns Association meeting this month. We can then determine if anything else will need to be addressed and/or updated.  

Snow Plowing for 2015-2016 Season:  Kent Casey attended the board meeting with the intent of submitting a quote for plowing snow. He was not aware of the decision at the October meeting to have the county highway department do the plowing of the town streets and the town hall parking lot.  He asked about the three bars in Symco and if they were aware of it. Henschel stated the town owns up to three feet from the buildings. Casey was concerned if the bar owners knew they won’t be plowed like they used to and that he has discussed it with them. Henschel said he will talk with them. Henschel asked Casey to work it out with Randy Elsner. If the bars want to hire him for plowing that would be fine. Henschel also asked Casey if we needed the town hall plowed for an event and the county could not do it, if he would be agreeable in plowing it for us. Casey stated he would. 

Communications/Public Comments: Henschel reported Melanie Oppor will come to the December town board meeting. He asked that she be put on the agenda. She would like to let us know what is happening in the school district.  

Henschel received notice that Central Wisconsin Electric Cooperative will be boring by Jossie and Swamp Roads. There is not a structure built on the site yet.  

Henschel reported the mower on the town’s tractor broke while Walter Strebe was cutting the ditch on Flater Road. Jeff Henschel lives near by and was able to pick up the mower with his pay loader and he repaired the mower. Henschel reported the battery had to be replaced as the tractor wouldn’t start. When he was replacing the battery he noticed the front tire was flat. Both front tires were in bad shape and needed to be replaced. One thing led to another, but now the tractor is all set for work in the spring.  

Marilyn Herman, secretary-treasurer for the Union Cemetery Association, shared a letter that was sent to the association officers, the Town of Union board members, and local funeral home directors, following the recent annual meeting. Due to an increase in contractor fees, maintenance costs, and a rise in service charges, it was necessary to increase rates to maintain the grounds in an appropriate manner. The letter listed the charges effective immediately. Herman asked they be listed on the town’s website, as well as Marilyn and Tammy Pethke’s phone numbers in case someone had questions or would like to purchase lots, etc. The Danish, Marble, and Union Cemeteries are all covered by the association and the new charges affect all three cemeteries.  

Land use permit applications for the following were received by Olsen from Waupaca County Planning and Zoning and reviewed by the board:  

Perry Bortreger, State Road 110, for a new 56’ x 36’ accessory building.

David Handrich,Handrick Lane, for a new 20’ x 14’ storage shed and 8’ x 12’ addition to the milk house.

Kent and Melissa Kietzmann,Stoney Ridge Road, for a new 8’ x 12’ storage shed.

Brian Shambeau,Swamp Road, for an addition for residential, 24’ x 36’ on the principal structure and a 16’ x 36’ addition. (one bedroom and living room).  

Olsen shared she had mailed a letter to Abdul Benhamadi on October 21^st regarding his permit for his house and the piles of dirt on his property. To date she has not received a response back nor has he mailed a check to either Werth or Olsen.  

The Waupaca County Unit of Wisconsin Towns Association will be holding its quarterly meeting on Thursday, November 12, 2105.  The meeting will be held at Waupaca County Industries, 175 W Howard Street, in Manawa. Doors will open at 5:30. Lunch will be starting at 6:00 p.m. and the meeting to begin at 7:00.  Andy Carlin of Waupaca County Emergency Management will present: Is Your Township Disaster Prepared? Waupaca County Emergency Management coordinates effective response and recovery efforts relating to natural and man-made disasters for our towns. We will learn planning, training and exercise programs so that our town would be prepared in the event of a disaster.  

Bills: Bills for November were reviewed, approved and paid.  

Motion by Schoen, second by Heideman, to adjourn the meeting. Motion carried. The meeting was adjourned at 7:35 p.m.

Respectfully Submitted,

Sharon Olsen, Town Clerk

Attendance by members of the Plan Commission may inadvertently make a quorum of the Plan Commission, no action by the commission will take place at this meeting. 

TOWN OF UNION

TOWN BOARD MEETING  

Notice is hereby given that a Town Board Meeting for the Town of Union in the County of Waupaca, State of Wisconsin, for the transaction of business as is by law required or permitted to be transacted at such meeting, will be held at the Union Town Hall in said town on Monday, November 2nd, 2015 beginning immediately after the Special Town Electors’ Meeting which is beginning immediately after the budget meeting that will begin at 6 PM.  

AGENDA  

1.)    Call meeting to order.

2.)    Open meeting statement.

3.)    Review and approve agenda.

4.)    Approve minutes from last meeting.

5.)    Approve treasurer’s report.

6.)    Approve prior month’s disbursements.

7.)    Approve budget

8.)    Emergency Response Plan forWaupacaCounty

9.)    Communications/public comments 

10.)  Review and payment of bills.

11.)  Adjourn.

Sharon Olsen, Town Clerk,

Posted October 31, 2015

Attendance by members of the Plan Commission may inadvertently make a quorum of the Plan Commission, no action by the commission will take place at this meeting. 

TOWN  OF UNION

PUBLIC BUDGET HEARING 

Notice is hereby given that a Public Budget Hearing for the Town of Union in the County of Waupaca, State of Wisconsin, for the transaction of business as is by law required or permitted to be transacted at such meeting, will be held at the Union Town Hall in said town on Monday, November 2nd, 2015 at 6:00 p.m. immediately after the Special Town Electors’ Meeting which is beginning immediately after the budget meeting that will begin at 6 PM.

AGENDA  

1.)    Call hearing to order.

2.)    Open meeting statement.

3.)    Proposed 2016 Budget

4.)    Adjourn.

Sharon Olsen, Town Clerk,

Posted October 31, 2015

Attendance by members of the Plan Commission may inadvertently make a quorum of the Plan Commission, no action by the commission will take place at this meeting.  

TOWN OF UNION

SPECIAL MEETING OF THE ELECTORS

Notice is hereby given that a Special Meeting of the Electors of the Town of Union in the County of Waupaca, State of Wisconsin, for the transaction of business as is by law required or permitted to be transacted at such meeting, will be held at the Union Town Hall in said town on Monday, November 2nd, 2015 immediately following the Public Budget Hearing that begins at 6:00 p.m.

AGENDA  

1.)    Call hearing to order.

2.)    Open meeting statement.

3.)    Adopt the town tax levy to be paid in 2016

4.)    Adjourn.

Sharon Olsen, Town Clerk,

Posted October 31, 2015

Attendance by members of the Plan Commission may inadvertently make a quorum of the Plan Commission, no action by the commission will take place at this meeting.

NOTICE OF PUBLIC BUDGET HEARING

FOR TOWN OF UNION  

Notice is hereby given that on Monday, November 2, 2015 at 6:00 p.m. a PUBLIC HEARING on the PROPOSED 2016 BUDGET will be held at theUnionTown Hall, E6592 State Road 22, Bear Creek. The proposed budget will be posted in four public places and the town’s website. It will be available in detail for inspection with Sharon Olsen, Clerk, by appointment.  

Notice is hereby given that a Special Meeting of the Town of Union Electors, will immediately follow the Public Hearing, pursuant to Sec. 60.12(1)(c) of WI Statutes for the following purposes:

1. To adopt the Town Tax Levy to be paid in 2016 pursuant to Sec. 60.10(1)(a) of WI Statutes.

Notice is hereby given that the monthly Town Board Meeting will immediately follow the Special Meeting of the Electors. Please see posted agenda for items to be discussed or for action that may be taken.

Sharon Olsen, Clerk                                                                                        WNAXLP  

Posted:  October 17, 2015

Published:  October 22, 2015

NOTICE OF PUBLIC BUDGET HEARING

FOR TOWN OF UNION  

Notice is hereby given that on Monday, November 2, 2015 at 6:00 p.m. a PUBLIC HEARING on the PROPOSED 2016 BUDGET will be held at the UnionTown Hall, E6592 State Road 22, Bear Creek. The proposed budget in detail will be available for inspection at the clerk’s home by appointment.  

BUDGET SUMMARY FOR TOWN OF UNION 

            Posted:  October 17, 2015

Town of Union Minutes

Town Board Meeting

October 5, 2015  

The meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Chairman Roger Henschel. Those present were Sandra Werth, David Heideman, Gary Schoen, Roger Henschel, Sharon Olsen and residents as per sign-in sheet. The open meeting statement was given by Henschel.  

Agenda: Motion by Schoen to amend agenda to include discussion regarding ballpark sign and pavilion. Second by Heideman, to approve the amended agenda. Motion carried.  Added item will be discussed before #13 on the agenda – Public comments/communications.  

Board Meeting Minutes: Minutes of the September 14th town board meeting were reviewed. Henschel wanted to clarify that the utility truck and fire truck are two separate items in the minutes. Olsen stated that is what she intended in the transcription of the minutes. Motion by Schoen, second by Heideman, to approve the minutes as presented. Motion carried with clarification noted.  

Treasurer’s Report: The treasurer’s financial report was given by Werth. There were only two deposits for the month. Motion by Schoen, second by Heideman, to approve the treasurer’s report as submitted. Motion carried.  

Disbursements: The prior month’s disbursements were reviewed. Motion by Heideman, second by Schoen, to approve as presented. Checks # 5756 through # 5772 were paid in September, with a total of $112,886.42. Motion carried. Henschel reported he received notice today from the county highway department they credited the $5,308.81 that we had paid in August that they had inadvertently left off the statement.  

Fire and Ambulance Report:  Henschel reported the decision has to be made at this month’s fire board meeting on whether or not the fire department will purchase the utility truck. Schoen advised Henschel he should vote as he feels appropriate. Henschel said he will see how the meeting goes.   

Snowplowing in Symco:  Henschel reported he spoke with county employee Boutwell about snow plowing the streets in Symco and the town hall parking lot. Boutwell stated there would not be a problem with the county doing so. If there is bad weather the county highway department will be out plowing anyway so there should not be a problem if someone has the hall rented.  Motion by Schoen, second by Heideman, to have the county highway department plow the streets in Symco and the town hall parking lot for the 2015 – 2016 season. Motion carried.  

Service Agreement:  We received a three-year and a five-year service agreement from Waupaca County Highway Department should we decide to utilize their services again, as the current agreement will be expiring December 31, 2015. After some discussion, motion was made by Heideman, second by Schoen, to approve the five-year contract. Motion carried. Henschel signed and dated the agreement. Olsen will mail it back to the county.  

Expired UDC Building Permit:  A UDC building permit is good for two years. Resident Benhamadi has not completed the house he is building in Symco prior to his permit expiring. A discussion was had on whether or not the town should require he obtain a new permit to finish building the house. Per the county zoning office, as long as the walls and roof are up that would satisfy the zoning requirements; however, it was noted we could check with the building inspector as he is the one to determine if it is habitable. Schoen reported our building inspector, Paul Hanlon, informed him if the town wanted to require Benhamadi to obtain a new building permit they can as his UDC permit has expired. Schoen stated we could require him to obtain a new permit prior to occupancy or he can clean up the piles of dirt and pay his outstanding bill for the fire sign installed at the location. The board requested Olsen to draft a letter to Benhamadi stating such. If he has any questions, he can contact the board members.  

Budget:  Olsen asked for any input regarding the budget. Schoen reported the planning commission will be meeting more often next year as they have to rewrite the plan.  

Change in Time for Board Meeting:  It was noted we will begin the meetings at 6:00 p.m. for the winter months, beginning with the November meeting.  

Ball Park Sign and Pavilion:  Schoen had requested to have this item added to the agenda. He said there is a lack of activity at the ball park. He spoke with Tammy Johnson and asked if there should be a sign installed by the park indicating it is available to rent for outings. During the discussion it was mentioned there isn’t a place to seek shelter when it rains. Schoen questioned if we should have a 20’ x 30’ shelter built. The question was raised as to how many porta-potties are needed for what number of people using the park. Previously a new roof was installed on the concessions stand and the inside was remodeled. Another question raised was whether or not the liability insurance would increase if it was advertised. The discussion led to the question on whether or not we should sell the current town hall and build a new town hall on the ball park property. The question was raised as to the size of the lot. It was noted we could purchase additional land at a reasonable cost if there was a need to do so. It was suggested this item be brought up at the electors’ meeting in the spring and we could find out more information during the winter months.  

Communications/Public Comment: Marilyn Herman announced the annual meeting of the Union Cemetery Board will be held Wednesday, October 28, at 7:00 p.m.  

Olsen shared a letter the town received from Waupaca County regarding recycling. There will be a municipal recycling assessment for 2015 in the amount of $2.41 per capita. This is due to a $100,000 funding shortfall. The calculation for the Town of Union is $1,954.51. However, if the county approves $35,274 from the fund balance, our municipality would be assessed $689.35. Last year we paid $1,954. An invoice will be mailed to us by January 15, 2016, payable by March 1, 2016.

The Memo of Understanding between the county and the town for the statewide voter registration system was reviewed. Henschel signed the form and Olsen will drop it off at the County Clerk’s office. The fee for this service is $300.  

Olsen shared the letter received from the Division of Transportation listing the 2016 preliminary calculation for General Transportation Aids as $106,400.64.  

Schoen shared copies he received of the layout of the township and Symco from an 1898 plat book. He is going to frame them to display in the town hall.  

Bills: Bills for October were reviewed, approved, and paid.  

Next meeting will be held Monday, November 2, 2015. A public hearing on the proposed budget will begin at 6:00 p.m., with a special town meeting of the electors immediately following to adopt the 2015 tax levy to be paid in 2016 and approve the highway expenditures, pursuant to state statutes.  The town board meeting will immediately be held following the special meeting.

Motion by Schoen, second by Heideman, to adjourn. Motion carried. The meeting was adjourned at 8:25 p.m.  

These and all meeting minutes are subject to board approval.  

Respectfully Submitted,  

Sharon Olsen, Town Clerk

TOWN OF UNION

TOWN BOARD MEETING  

Notice is hereby given that a Town Board Meeting for the Town of Union in the County of Waupaca, State of Wisconsin, for the transaction of business as is by law required or permitted to be transacted at such meeting, will be held at the Union Town Hall in said town on Monday, October 5, 2015 at 7:00 P.M.

AGENDA  

1.)    Call meeting to order.

2.)    Open meeting statement.

3.)    Review and approve agenda.

4.)    Approve minutes from last meeting.

5.)    Approve treasurer’s report.

6.)    Approve prior month’s disbursements.

7.)    Fire and Ambulance – Possible purchase of utility truck

         by fire dept

8.)    Discussion and possible action on road service agreement with

          Waupaca County Highway Department

9.)    Snowplowing for 2015-2016 season

10.)  Discussion and possible action on expired UDC building permit 

         for house in Symco

11.)  Discussion on budget for November meeting

12.)  Change in time for town board meetings – winter schedule

13.)  Public comments/communications.    

14.)  Review and payment of bills.

15.)  Adjourn. 

Sharon Olsen, Town Clerk,

Posted October 3, 2015

Attendance by members of the Plan Commission may inadvertently make a quorum of the Plan Commission, no action by the commission will take place at this meeting.

Town of Union Minutes

Town Board Meeting

September 14, 2015  

The meeting was called to order at 7:02 p.m. by Chairman Roger Henschel. Those present were Gary Schoen, Roger Henschel, David Heideman, Sharon Olsen, Sandra Werth, and residents as per sign-in sheet. The open meeting statement was given by Henschel.

Agenda: Motion by Schoen, second by Heideman, to approve the agenda as presented. Motion carried.  Henschel said the motion was made too quickly and he would like to request we add snowplowing in Symco on the agenda for discussion only. Schoen rescinded the motion and made a new motion to amend the agenda to include a discussion on snowplowing. Second by Heideman to approve the amended agenda. Motion carried.  Henschel said snowplowing would be discussed after #6 on the agenda, which was approve prior month’s disbursements.

Board Meeting Minutes: Minutes of the August 3^rd town board meeting were reviewed. Motion by Schoen, second by Heideman, to approve the minutes as submitted. Motion carried.  

Treasurer’s Report: The treasurer’s financial report was given by Werth. Motion by Schoen, second by Heideman, to approve the treasurer’s report as presented. Motion carried.  

Disbursements: The prior month’s disbursements were reviewed. Motion by Heideman, second by Schoen, to approve as presented. Checks # 5742 through # 5755 were paid in August, with a total of $24,720.68. Motion carried.  

Snowplowing in Symco:  Henschel stated he spoke with the county about snowplowing and the county would be willing to do it, along with sanding and salting when needed. He said if there were ever to be a problem the county would take care of it. Another positive would be that insurance would not be an issue. Henschel informed the board it was something for them to think about before the next meeting so it can be discussed further. The question was raised as to whether the county would come out if we needed the town hall parking lot plowed due to a scheduled meeting, town hall rental, etc. Snowplowing will be listed as an item on next month’s agenda.  

Fire and Ambulance Report:  Henschel reported there is more discussion on purchasing a utility truck. He stated the fire department raised $15,000 and there is $35,000 in an account. He said the fire truck sold for $70,000 but that money was going to stay in the account to make future payments. The loan carries a rate of 2.3% interest. The locks on the building were supposed to be changed, but hadn’t been yet.  

Road Report: Henschel reported they redid the culvert on Deer Lane. The cost for gravel, reclaiming, black topping, and shoulder work on Bridge Road cost $46,676. The work on Hillside Road cost $45,371.78. The following estimates were given: Kutchenriter Road - $16,000, Shady Lane-$17,000,Dennison Road- $19,000, andHandrick Lane - $12,000.  

Recycling Meeting: Henschel reported the assessment may only be ½ as much as it previously was. If the county board approves $35,274 from the fund balance, our municipality would be assessed $689.35. Last year we paid $1954.   

Communications/Public Comment: Schoen had received a-mails from Ted Johnson of the DNR which he had passed on to the board. Milfoil has been on School Section Lake for about 12 years. New growth is minimal. Cedar Lake is worse. He reported there is a company that will go out and pull the weeds by the roots, but you have to pay them for the work they do. Schoen reported the American Transmission Company had paid the county a large sum of money for lines that went through the county. Brian Haase of Waupaca County Land and Water Department, said he may be able to access some of those funds for our town.   

Schoen had received an e-mail response from the Wisconsin Towns Association regarding the Amish buggies. They are going to check with other parts of the state on how they handle it.  

The question was raised on whether the town hall should be sprayed for bugs again. Donny Prill has done that and so has Daryl Warner of Warner Pest Control out of Seymour.  

The Waupaca County Highway Department will be holding a meeting. Henschel, Schoen, and Heideman all stated they were going to attend the meeting to be held October 7^th at 6:30 p.m. at the Larrabee shop.

Olsen shared a draft copy from the County Clerk’s office of the elections to be held in 2016. She received and shared the 2014 Tax Year August Settlement information from the County Treasurer’s office. She reported the Estimate of the 2015 Shared Revenue and Expenditure Restraint was received and the amount listed to be received by the town is $29,633.  

She shared the letter she received from the Wisconsin Department of Administration that the preliminary estimate of the January 1, 2015 population for our town is 808. Olsen also shared the Report of Planning and Zoning Committee letter she received that stated the committee granted the petition for Zoning Map Amendments that the town had approved and submitted as they are consistent with the town’s comprehensive plan.

Olsen shared the letter she received from the Waupaca County Zoning Department regarding the property of Rolland Young on County Highway OO. The county had sent him a conditional use permit application to complete and submit to properly permit the use of his property as a contractor shop. It stated the Zoning Department would review the application and then forward it to our township to review. The town would then have to schedule a meeting that Young will need to attend so we can generate a written recommendation for the use and forward it to the county. They in turn will schedule a public hearing in front of the Planning and Zoning Committee that Young will need to attend to answer any questions they may have.  

Land Use Permit Applications: Three applications were received by the clerk and reviewed by the board for the following: Jeremiah and Stacy Claussen, Pethke Road, for a new pole building; Jay Holtz, of Wolf Road, for a new house and pole building at E5528 Hanson Road; and Roger Schuelke, East River Road, a new deck on the west side of house.  

Bills: Bills for September were reviewed, approved, and paid.

Next meeting will be held Monday, October 5, 2015 beginning at 7:00 p.m.  

Motion by Schoen, second by Heideman, to adjourn. Motion carried. The meeting was adjourned at 8:45 p.m.  

These and all meeting minutes are subject to board approval.

Respectfully Submitted,

Sharon Olsen, Town Clerk

TOWN OF UNION

TOWN BOARD MEETING  

Notice is hereby given that a Town Board Meeting for the Town of Union in the County of Waupaca, State of Wisconsin, for the transaction of business as is by law required or permitted to be transacted at such meeting, will be held at the Union Town Hall in said town on Monday, September 14, 2015 at 7 PM.  

AGENDA  

1.)    Call meeting to order.

2.)    Open meeting statement.

3.)    Review and approve agenda.

4.)    Approve minutes from last meeting.

5.)    Approve treasurer’s report.

6.)    Approve prior month’s disbursements.

7.)    Fire and Ambulance update

8.)    Road update

9.)    Recycling meeting

10.)  Public comments/communications.   

11.)  Review and payment of bills.

12.)  Adjourn.  

Sharon Olsen, Town Clerk,

Posted September 11, 2015

Attendance by members of the Plan Commission may inadvertently make a quorum of the Plan Commission, no action by the commission will take place at this meeting.  

Town of Union Minutes

Town Board Meeting

August 3, 2015  

The meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Chairman Roger Henschel. Those present were Sandra Werth, Gary Schoen, Roger Henschel, Sharon Olsen, David Heideman, and residents as per sign-in sheet. The open meeting statement was given by Henschel.  

Agenda: Motion by Schoen, second by Heideman, to approve the agenda as presented. Motion carried.   

Board Meeting Minutes: Minutes of the July town board meeting were reviewed. Motion by Schoen, second by Heideman, to approve the minutes as submitted. Motion carried.  

Treasurer’s Report: Werth reported she sent certified letters to those that are non-compliant in paying their dog tax. She received a couple of them back as they didn’t sign for them. The next step is to refer them to the county. The treasurer’s financial report was given by Werth. Motion by Heideman, second by Schoen, to approve the treasurer’s report as given. Motion carried.  

Disbursements: The prior month’s disbursements were reviewed. Motion by Schoen, second by Heideman, to approve as presented. Checks # 5728 through # 5741 were paid in July, with a total of $28,243.81. Motion carried.  

Operator Licenses: Schoen had asked last month that operator licenses be placed on the agenda for our August meeting.  No one had contacted the clerk or treasurer regarding operator licenses and no one attended the meeting so nothing was addressed and no action was taken.  

Road Report: Henschel reported Hillside and Bridge Roads are done. There are problems at Bridge as there are some cracks at the intersection. The county is aware of it. The road will be shouldered after the black top is settled. They haven’t fixed Pethke hill yet. They have to put millings there. They fixed Stoney Ridge Road. Roads are marked and the seal coating will begin soon.  The bridge deck on Nollenberg Road was sealed.  The boat landings at School Section and Cedar Lakes are in bad shape and will probably need to be addressed some time, but not this year.  

Communications/Public Comment: Olsen received an e-mail that was addressed at the meeting. The town is under county ordinance and there is not a violation of an ordinance so the town is not able to do anything in the matter. The resident wanted to keep it confidential.  

Olsen addressed another e-mail she received regarding signage at Cedar Lake for a private road. She had previously forwarded the e-mail on to the board but thought it could be addressed at the meeting. Henschel said it was already addressed as he spoke with the party and no further discussion was needed at the meeting.  

Olsen stated she received the Waupaca County Board of Canvassers report from the County Clerk’s office regarding the April 7^th spring election. There were no discrepancies and 100% of all poll books were accurate.  

Henschel reported he received a call from a landowner, Robertson, on Deer Lane. He questioned as to why we dumped stuff in the wetlands. Nothing was dumped in the wetlands. It was an act of Mother Nature when we received four-and-a-half inches of rain in twenty minutes and some of the road was washed out. Henschel said he contacted Brian Haase of Waupaca Countyand they were aware of it. We have a 24” culvert installed there now.  

Henschel stated we will need to watch for the second part of the bill for installing the culvert by the county highway department for Keith Nemmetz on his property located on State Highway 161. It will be listed on our bill from the county. We will need to be reimbursed from Keith Nemmetz.  

Schoen spent two-and-a-half hours with Ted Johnson of the DNR regarding water quality and invasive species. Schoen was hooked up with Johnson by Brian Haase of Waupaca County. They looked at Schoo lSection Lake and the Eurasian Watermilfoil. It was documented that it was first noticed as of today and we are eligible for grant monies due to a rapid response. Schoen said Johnson will be sending him an e-mail with his recommendations. The invasive species has been noted for awhile now in Cedar Lake and that lake would not be eligible for monies from the rapid response grant.  

The town would have to come up with 20%, this could include credit of allowing them to use our boats, people attending meetings, volunteers contributing time to assist, which all may be valued at a dollar amount. We have up to three years to apply for the grant. We would have to hire a consultant. Werth questioned what would happen if we didn’t do anything and Schoen replied that the invasive species would take over.  Schoen said Cedar Lake and School Section Lake are deep lakes. If it would be necessary to do a chemical treatment, those are done in the spring. Heideman asked if we would be responsible to maintain it if we apply and are given a grant. Heideman asked that Schoen pass his question on for an answer. Schoen said Ted Johnson is willing to work with us. He works out of Oshkosh and lives inFremont. Schoen said he will contact Johnson to see if he is willing to come to a town board meeting and that perhaps Brian Haase would also like to attend.  

Olsen reported she received a hard copy of the Waupaca County Zoning Ordinance, Chapter 34; Subdivision Ordinance, Chapter 37; Non-Metallic Mining Ordinance, Chapter 38; and Mobile Service Facilities and Support Structures Ordinance, Chapter 48, from the county zoning office. If anyone would like to read them she will have them available. She also received a copy of the zoning fee schedule, effective May 7, 2015.  

Olsen routed to the board a Managed Forest Law – Transfer Order she received from the DNR dealing with land formerly owned by the Bellile’s and transferred to Fredrick Neuman,Cambridge,WI,  for their review.  

Land Use Permit Applications: An application was received and reviewed for Richard and Sandra Procknow for their new home located at E5852 State Highway 161 to replace their previous home that was destroyed by fire.  

Bills: Bills for August were reviewed, approved and paid.  

Next meeting will be held Monday, September 14, 2015 beginning at 7:00 p.m. due to the Labor Day holiday on September 7^th.  

Motion by Schoen, second by Heideman, to adjourn. Motion carried. The meeting was adjourned at 8:35 p.m.  

These and all meeting minutes are subject to board approval.  

Respectfully Submitted,

Sharon Olsen, Town Clerk

TOWN OF UNION

TOWN BOARD MEETING

Notice is hereby given that a Town Board Meeting for the Town of Union in the County of Waupaca, State of Wisconsin, for the transaction of business as is by law required or permitted to be transacted at such meeting, will be held at the Union Town Hall in said town on Monday, August 3, 2015 at  7 PM.  

AGENDA  

1.)    Call meeting to order.

2.)    Open meeting statement.

3.)    Review and approve agenda.

4.)    Approve minutes from last meeting.

5.)    Approve treasurer’s report.

6.)    Approve prior month’s disbursements.

7.)    Operator licenses for Union Threshermens’ Club

8.)    Updated road report, if any

9.)    Set date for September board meeting, due to Labor Day holiday

10.)  Public comments/communications.   

11)   Review and payment of bills.

12.)  Adjourn.

Sharon Olsen, Town Clerk,

August  1, 2015

Attendance by members of the Plan Commission may inadvertently make a quorum of the Plan Commission, no action by the commission will take place at this meeting.

Town of Union Minutes

Town Board Meeting

July 6, 2015  

The meeting was called to order by Chairman Roger Henschel at 7:02 p.m. Those present were Sandra Werth, David Heideman, Gary Schoen, Roger Henschel, Sharon Olsen, and residents as per sign-in sheet. The open meeting statement was given by Henschel.  

A cemetery deed was presented to the board for signatures by Vanea Venzaut on behalf of Marilyn Herman, secretary of the cemetery board.  

Agenda: Motion by Schoen, second by Heideman, to approve the agenda with amending the agenda to include the closing of Riske Road for the Thresheree and Symco Shakedown. Motion carried.  Henschel said we would add it to the agenda after number seven.  

Board Meeting Minutes: Minutes of the June town board meeting were reviewed. Motion by Schoen, second by Heideman, to approve the minutes as presented. Motion carried.  

Treasurer’s Report: Werth reported she checked in to what could be done with residents that were still non-compliant with paying their dog tax. A certified letter would need to be mailed. Then, if they failed to comply, we could refer them to the county district attorney’s office. Schoen’s resident that he was going to follow-up on has moved out of the town. Heideman had no response from his resident and feels that we will not hear anything in the future. Henschel’s resident that he followed-up on has not paid either. The treasurer’s report was given by Werth. Motion by Heideman, second by Schoen, to approve the treasurer’s report as given. Motion carried.  

Disbursements: The prior month’s disbursements were reviewed. Motion by Schoen, second by Heideman, to approve as presented. Checks # 5728 through # 5741 were paid in June, with a total of $28,243.81. Motion carried.  

Operator Licenses: Check number 3503 in the amount of $50 was received from the Union Threshermen’s Club for payment for two additional operator licenses, Kelly Norton and Lee Werth. Werth had submitted his application with a copy of his certificate of completion of the beverage server training course through Fox Valley Technical College dated in 1996. Olsen stated Werth has not held an operator license for a few years and she believed the certificate was too old to issue a new license. She thought she had read it would have to have been completed in the past two years if they do not hold a valid current license in the State of Wisconsin or have held one in the past two years. She said she would verify that. Motion by Schoen, second by Heideman, to approve the two submitted licenses based on Werth’s completing the course, if necessary. Norton currently has a valid operator license. Motion passed.  

Temporary Closing of Riske Road: Henschel stated we have always temporarily closed Riske Road for the Thresheree and Symco Shakedown for the safety of those attending. The Thresheree will be held July 24 – 26^th and the Symco Shakedown will be held August 6 – 8^th. Motion by Schoen, second by Heideman, to temporarily close Riske Road for the two events. Motion carried.  

Amendment to Resolution 2015-01 – Purchase of Fire Truck: Olsen received an e-mail from Jackie Beyer, secretary for the Manawa Rural Fire Department, requesting we submit an amendment to our resolution as the financial institution wanted the wording to include a levy will be implemented by the town to ensure payment if we do not have enough funds. Motion by Schoen, second by Heideman, to adopt the amendment to Resolution 2015-01. Motion carried.  

Communications/Public Comment: Dennis Prill attended the meeting to discuss the pile of debris on his property. He has been working at removing it and will continue to do so until it is cleaned up. Prill was wondering if the barb-wire fence was supposed to be there. Henschel said he will check into it.  

Road Report: Schoen said he spoke with Brian Nischke who lives on the old Al Petit farm located on West River Road. They have the produce farm, East Slope Farm. He said if people come to his place using Luckjohn Road there isn’t a sign saying it’s a class B road. There isn’t a sign for Pethke Road either. Brian has semis deliver planting products, etc. Per Henschel and the road supervisors, it would not be a problem as truckers are allowed to use the road to make a delivery, but not to use it as a cut-through road to get from point A to point B. Schoen questioned whether we should list this on next month’s agenda.  

Henschel reported there is a washout on Deer Lane. Only one resident lives at the end of the road. Henschel said he has had discussions with the Town of Little Wolf regarding Hillside Road. There currently isn’t any agreement with the Town of Little Wolf regarding the road. We get paid for 1.14 mile of road for Hillside. Town of Little Wolf would like to know where the border is.  

Henschel stated the culvert is being installed by the county highway department for Keith Nemmetz on his property located on State Highway 161. It will be listed on our bill from the county. We will need to be reimbursed from Keith Nemmetz.  

Bill Glatsch, Fahner, gave Henschel an estimate for road maintenance regarding crack sealing.West River Road was not included. Schoen said there are a couple of other places that should be looked at.  

Land Use Permit Applications: Applications were received and reviewed for Kent and Missy Kietzmann, for a new 8’ x 16’ accessory building and for Linda and Melvin Much for an 8’ x 8’ addition to square off the corner of the kitchen located on property they own on Spring Lane.   

Other Communications Received: Olsen shared she received notice the Planning and Zoning Committee of Waupaca County will hold a public hearing on Thursday, July 9, 2015 at the courthouse regarding selected revisions to The Waupaca County Zoning Ordinance, Waupaca County Code of Ordinances, Chapter 34; and Farmland Preservation.   

Olsen stated she received a memo from the County Clerk’s office regarding the four-year voter maintenance postcards. All postcards must be turned in by July 20, 2015 to the County Clerk’s office.  

Bills: Bills for July were reviewed, approved and paid.  

Next meeting will be held Monday, August 3, 2015 beginning at 7:00 p.m.  

Motion by Schoen, second by Heideman, to adjourn. Motion carried. The meeting was adjourned at 8:20 p.m.  

These and all meeting minutes are subject to board approval.  

Respectfully Submitted,

Sharon Olsen, Town Clerk

UNION THRESHEREE

It's that time of year again! The Union Thresheree will be held  July 27, 28, and 29, 2018 at the Thresheree Grounds in the heart of Symco! This year it will feature Oliver tractors and equipment and all makes of air-cooled engines. Admission is just $5.00 per day, with children 12 and under free. Veterans are also admitted free! Be sure to head to Symco for a fun time!

To find out more about the Union Threshermens Club and this year's Thresheree, check out their website at www.symcoutc.com 

Plan Commission Meeting Minutes - 2/5/18

The meeting was preceded by an informational session presented by Brian Haase from the Waupaca County Land and Water Conservation and Greg Blonde from the Waupaca County Extension.

Members Present: Steve Bauer, Mike Janke, Walter Streebe and Marcy Wentworth.

Acting Chair, Steve Bauer called the meeting to order at 6:48 pm, and read the open meeting statement.

Motion By Streebe and second by Janke to approve the agenda. Motion passed.

The minutes from the Jan 8^th meeting were read by Wentworth. Motion to approve the minutes was made by Janke and seconded by Streebe. Motion passed.

The AG Enterprise Area for Town of Union was discussed. Recommendation to approve the AE area was made by Janke, it was seconded by Streebe. Motion passed.

Motion to adjourn meeting by Janke, Second by Streebe. Motion passed and meeting was adjouned at 7:52 p.m.

Minutes taken by Marcy Wentworth

TOWN OF UNION
PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING

Notice is hereby given that a Planning Commission Meeting for the Town of
Union in the County of Waupaca, State of Wisconsin, for the transaction of
business as is by law required or permitted to be transacted at such meeting, will
be held at the Union Town Hall on Monday, February 5, 2018 immediately
following a 6:00 pm public informational meeting on Agriculture Enterprise Area.

AGENDA

1.) Call meeting to order.
2.) Open meeting statement.
This meeting and all other meetings of this committee are open to the public.
Proper notice has been posted in accordance with Wisconsin Statutes so the
citizenry may be aware of the time, place and agenda of this meeting.
3.) Review and approve agenda.
4.) Review and approve minutes from previous meetings.
5.) Discuss and possible recommendation of Agriculture Enterprise Area (AE) to
the Town Board.
6.) Adjourn

PLAN COMMISSION MEETING NOTICE

TOWN OF UNION, WAUPACA COUNTY

The Town of Union Plan Commission will hold a joint meeting on Monday, February 5, 2018, at 6:00 p.m. with representatives from Waupaca County. The meeting will take place at the Union Town Hall, E6592 State Road 22, Bear Creek. 

The purpose of the meeting is to allow the public to learn more about participation in a new joint Agriculture Enterprise Area (AEA) that covers both northeast Waupaca County and northwest Outagamie County. Towns that agree to be part of this new AEA creates an opportunity for farmers to enter into enhanced voluntary farmland preservation agreements with up to $10 per acre in state income tax credit each year. 

A representative from the Waupaca County Planning and Zoning and Land and Water Conservation Departments will be there to provide details and answer any questions. 

Written comments or questions will also be accepted until date and time of meeting.  

The monthly Town Board meeting will immediately follow. 

Posted: January 31, 2018

Sharon Olsen Town Clerk

After the joint meeting, the plan commission will meet to discuss and make a recommendation to the town board on whether to adopt an Ag Enterprise Area for the Town of Union.