Board Meeting                                   December 14, 2015                            7pm

                                                     Minutes

Attendance: Chairman Neale Jones, Supervisor Ron Johnson, Supervisor Long, Treasurer Sue Nampel, Clerk Sue Johnson.

1. The Board meeting was called to order at 7:04pm by Chairman Neale Jones, the Pledge of Allegiance was recited.
2. The Minutes were reviewed by the Town Board, on a motion by Supervisor Long to accept the minutes as reviewed, seconded by Supervisor Johnson. Motion Carried.
3. The Treasurers Report was read by the Town Treasurer, on a motion by Supervisor Johnson to accept the report as read, and seconded by Supervisor Long. Motion Carried.
4. The monthly bills were read by Clerk Johnson, Supervisor Johnson made a motion to pay monthly bills and Supervisor Long seconded. Motion Carried.
5. Correspondences;
   1. UW Extension sent notice of the Wis Line Teleconference Series for Winter/Spring 2016. Noted by the board.
   2. Nate Olson Senior Planner from DCLR&PD sent a letter to remind the Town Board and Plan Commission Members that he is a resource that can be used for subjects to re-evaluating plan commission responsibilities, research new/changing laws, review of county/town land use regulations, review of state programs affecting towns, methods to increase intergovernmental cooperation, etc. Noted by the board.
6. Reports;
   1. Waterloo & Watertown Rural Fire reports were not ready at meeting time.
7. Old Business;
   1. The Town of Shields Board is still waiting to hear Dodge County’s recommendation for the ATV/UTV Ordinance.
8. New Business;
   1. The Watertown Fire Department sent notice of the 2016 Contract for Fire & EMS for coverage to the township, the cost for 2016 will be $32,082.58. After discussion Supervisor Johnson made a motion to accept the contract for 2016 at $32,082.58 and Supervisor Long seconded. Motion Carried. All in Favor.
9. Miscellaneous;
   1. Each odd year of an Election cycle the Town Board appoints Election Inspectors for the 2016-2017 Election cycle. This cycle the Town Board appoints; Chief Inspectors-Rosemarie Ulmer, Irene Miller, Frances Milburn, Betty May & Susan Kileen. Election Inspectors-Sue Nampel, Carol Burner & Mary McFarland. Please contact the clerk if you are interested in working extra help is always a need.
10. Public Comment-none to report.

10. Next month’s meeting date; TUESDAY, January 12, 2016 at 7 pm at the Emmet Town Hall.

Supervisor Long called for the meeting to be adjourned at 7:45pm and Supervisor Johnson seconded. Motion Carried Meeting Adjourned.

Submitted by Clerk-Susan Johnson

Board Meeting           December 8, 2015      7pm     Emmet Town Hall

Posted:    December 11, 2015

Agenda

1. Call to Order & Pledge of Allegiance
2. Minutes
3. Treasurers Report
4. Pay Monthly Bills
5. Correspondences;
6. Reports
   1. Waterloo & Watertown Rural Fire Dept. monthly reports.
7. Old Business
   1. ATV/UTV Ordinance
8. New Business
9. Miscellaneous
   1. Appoint Election Workers
10. Public Comment
12. Next month’s meeting date January 11, 2016, 7 pm at the Emmet Town Hall.

Board Meeting                                   November 9, 2015                              7pm

                                                     Minutes

Attendance: Chairman Neale Jones, Supervisor Ron Johnson, Supervisor Long, Treasurer Sue Nampel, Clerk Sue Johnson, Assessor P. Joseph Plasil.

1. The Board meeting was called to order at 7:03pm by Chairman Neale Jones, the Pledge of Allegiance was recited.
2. The Minutes were reviewed by the Town Board, on a motion by Supervisor Johnson to accept the minutes as read, seconded by Supervisor Long. Motion Carried.
3. The Treasurers Report was read by the Town Treasurer, on a motion by Supervisor Long to accept the report as read, and seconded by Supervisor Johnson. Motion Carried.
4. The monthly bills were read by Supervisor Johnson, Supervisor Johnson made a motion to pay monthly bills and Supervisor Long seconded. Motion Carried.
5. Correspondences;
6. The Wisconsin Department of Administration sent the Final Population Estimate for the Town of Shields, Dodge County WI. Population is 563. Noted by the Board.
7. The Wisconsin Department of Administration sent notice of the approval of a Cooperative Plan between the City of Watertown and The Town of Emmet. Noted by the Board.
8. The Dodge County Highway Commission sent an Information Packet for the 2016-2017 program as projected, the Election of committee for town and municipal programs, the size and number of projects for the Local Road Improvement Program. Noted by the Board.
9. Reports;
10. The Watertown Rural Fire Department report was given by Chairman Jones. In September the TO Shields had one (1) EMS call and in October the TO Shields had two (2) EMS calls. Waterloo fire report was not available at meeting time.
11. Old Business;
12. The ATV/UTV Ordinance is still awaiting a review from Dodge County.
13. New Business;
14. The Joint Powers Agreement County 911 Emergency System was sent, Per Wisconsin Attorney General’s Office a 911 Joint Powers Agreement needs to be executed and filed on a yearly basis to comply with Sec. 256.35(9), Wisconsin statutes.
15. The Plan Commission will meet on November 12, 2015 at Chairperson Frances Milburn’s home at 7pm.
16. Miscellaneous;
17. The 2016 Budget Hearing will begin following tonight’s monthly Board Meeting.
18. Public Comment-
19. Assessor Joe Plasil reported that the Assessors Classes he attended in Stevens Point were very informative and educational and is open to all board members. The assessor programs are continually being updated yearly so the class was well worth attending and that he plans to attend again.
20. Next month’s meeting date; October 14, 2015 at 7 pm at the Emmet Town Hall.

Chairman Jones called for the meeting to be adjourned at 7:35pm and Supervisor Johnson seconded. Motion Carried Meeting Adjourned.

Submitted by Clerk, Susan Johnson

Board Meeting           November 9, 2015      7pm     Emmet Town Hall

Posted:    November 4, 2015

Agenda

1. Call to Order & Pledge of Allegiance
2. Minutes
3. Treasurers Report
4. Pay Monthly Bills
5. Correspondences;
   1. Department of Administration- Final Population
   2. Depart of Administration-City of Watertown-Town of Emmet Cooperative Plan
   3. Dodge County Highway Commission-Information Packet
6. Reports
   1. Waterloo & Watertown Rural Fire Dept. monthly reports.
7. Old Business
   1. ATV/UTV Ordinance
8. New Business
   1. 911 Joint Powers Agreement
   2. Plan Commission will meet on November 12, 2015 at 7pm
9. Miscellaneous
   1. Budget Hearing following tonight’s Board Meeting
10. Public Comment

Next month’s meeting date December 14, 2015, 7 pm at the Emmet Town Hall.

Board Meeting           October 12, 2015        7pm     Emmet Town Hall

Posted:    October 7, 2015

Agenda

1. Call to Order & Pledge of Allegiance
2. Minutes
3. Treasurers Report
4. Pay Monthly Bills
5. Correspondences;
   1. Conditional Use Permit Application, Dale Bratz Jr.
   2. Minor Land Division, Letter of Intent Form, Dale Bratz Jr.
   3. Minor Land Division, Letter of Intent Form, Sandra Sykes.
   4. Land Use Permit Peter and Cindy McFarland.
6. Reports
   1. Waterloo & Watertown Rural Fire Dept. monthly reports.
   2. Roads Sealed in September.
   3. 2014-2015 Winter Road Maintenance Balance
7. Old Business
   1. ATV/UTV Ordinance waiting to hear from Dodge County
8. New Business
9. Miscellaneous
   1. Budget Meeting, October 20, 2015 7pm @Clerk’s home
   2. Public Comment-
   3. Next month’s meeting date November 9, 2015, 7 pm at the Emmet Town Hall.

Board Meeting           September 14, 2015   7pm     Emmet Town Hall

Posted:    September 9, 2015

Agenda

1. Call to Order & Pledge of Allegiance
2. Minutes
3. Treasurers Report
4. Pay Monthly Bills
5. Correspondences;
   1. DCLR & PD sent an Approved Land Use Permit for Jonathon Demet for a Home addition.
   2. DCLR &PD sent an Approved Land Use Permit for United States Cellular Operating Company, LLC for Equipment Replacement to Cell Tower.
   3. Wisconsin Department of Administration Population Estimate.
   4. DCLR & PD sent a Conditional Use Permit Notification for Peter & Cynthia McFarland for s free stall addition 35’ by 112’ and Animal Confinement Facility Application.
6. Reports
   1. Waterloo & Watertown Rural Fire Dept. monthly reports.
7. Old Business
   1. ATV/UTV Ordinance
8. New Business
   1. 2016 Dodge County Humane Society Contract.
9. Miscellaneous
   1. Board Members draft 2016 Budget, October 20, 2015, 7pm.
10. Public Comment
11. Next month’s meeting date October 12, 2015, 7 pm at the Emmet Town Hall.

Board Meeting                                   August 17, 2015                                 7pm

Minutes (Unapproved)

Attendance: Chairman Neale Jones, Supervisor Ron Johnson, Supervisor Long, Treasurer Sue Nampel, Clerk Sue Johnson, Ricky & Sandy Bratz, Bruce & Staci Bratz, Tom Madsen, Rod Sell, Bill Blaska, Randy Soldneu, Lisa & Jeff Kluslow, Dan Gorder.

1. The Board meeting was called to order at 7:07pm by Chairman Neale Jones, the Pledge of Allegiance was recited.
2. The Minutes were read by the Town clerk, on a motion by Supervisor Johnson to accept the minutes as read, seconded by Supervisor Long. Motion Carried.
3. The Treasurers Report was read by the Town Treasurer, on a motion by Supervisor Long to accept the report as read, and seconded by Supervisor Johnson. Motion Carried.
4. The monthly bills were read by Chairman Jones, Supervisor Johnson made a motion to pay monthly bills and Chairman Long seconded. Motion Carried.
5. Correspondences;
6. The Transportation Information Center sent their Workshop schedule for the month of August. Noted by the board.
7. Notice was sent for Humane Officer Training in September. Noted by the board.
8. The 2015 Town and Village Workshop schedule is available. Noted by the board.
9. The Wisconsin County Highway Association LDG sent notice of their class schedule in September. Noted by the board.
10. Reports;
11. There were no fire reports available at meeting time.
12. The Town Officers, Dodge Cty., WTA Meeting was July 15, 2015. Chairman Jones attended. Executive Director Mark Kohls from the WTA was the guest speaker.
13. Old Business;
14. The ATV/UTV Ordinance was discussed at length, a number of supporters were in the audience . The board has not made a decision to accept or deny the Ordinance at this time. More time is needed before a decision can be made.
15. New Business;
16. Chairman Jones brought to the table a Minor Land Division for Sandra Sykes. He has recommended that she files the correct paperwork with Dodge County Land Resources and Parks Department before any decision can be made.
17. The Plan Commission will meet on August 27, 2015 at 7pm at the Clerk’s home.
18. Miscellaneous;
19. Budget Prep meeting will be held on Tuesday, October 20, 2015 at 7pm at the Clerk’s Home.
20. Public Comment-none to report.
21. Next month’s meeting date; September 14, 2015 at 7 pm at the Emmet Town Hall.

Supervisor Long called for the meeting to be adjourned at 8:35pm and Supervisor Johnson seconded. Motion Carried Meeting Adjourned.

Submitted by Clerk-Susan Johnson

Board Meeting           August 17, 2015         7pm     Emmet Town Hall

Posted:    August 6, 2015

Agenda

1. Call to Order & Pledge of Allegiance
2. Minutes
3. Treasurers Report
4. Pay Monthly Bills
5. Correspondences;
   1. Transportation Information Center-Using PASER and WISLR
   2. Humane Officer Training
6. Reports
   1. Waterloo & Watertown Rural Fire Dept. monthly reports.
7. Town Officers, Dodge Cty., WTA, Meeting July 15, 2015.
8. Old Business
   1. ATV/UTV Ordinance
9. New Business
   1. Sandra Sykes, Minor Land Division
10. Miscellaneous
11. Public Comment
13. Next month’s meeting date September 14, 2015, 7 pm at the Emmet Town Hall.

Board Meeting                                   July 13, 2015                           7pm

Minutes 

Attendance: Chairman Neale Jones, Supervisor Ron Johnson, Supervisor Long, Treasurer Sue Nampel, Clerk Sue Johnson, Rickie Bratz, Dan Gorde, Steve Roberts, Bill Blaska, Lyle Braunschweig, Jeff Berres.

1. The Board meeting was called to order at 7:04pm by Chairman Neale Jones, the Pledge of Allegiance was recited.
2. The Minutes were read by the Town Clerk, on a motion by Supervisor Johnson to accept the minutes as read, seconded by Supervisor Bob Long. Motion Carried.
3. The Treasurers Report was read by the Town Treasurer, on a motion by Supervisor Long to accept the report as read, and seconded by Supervisor Johnson. Motion Carried.
4. The monthly bills were read by Chairman Jones, Supervisor Johnson made a motion to pay monthly bills and Supervisor Long seconded. Motion Carried.
5. Correspondences;
6. The Town Officers, Dodge County Meeting will be held on Wednesday, July 15, 2015 at 7:30pm at the Dodge County Administration Building, 127 east Oak St., Juneau. Noted by the board.
7. DCLR & PD sent notice of an approved Land Use Permit for Steve Kauffeld on W8370 Long Road for 2 decks.
8. DCLR & PD sent notice of an approved Land Use Permit for Benny & Shirley Alba on N1903 Hwy K, for a Barn.
9. Reports;
10. Watertown Rural Fire Department report for the month of June reported two (2) EMS calls and one (1) MVA. No report was available from Waterloo Fire Department at meeting time.
11. The ATV Ordinance was discussed at length. The ATV/UTV is under consideration and the Board will do the research regarding it.
12. Old Business;
13. The Town Web Site is now up and running. It has limited material available but will be continually added to as time allows. Check it out at: townofshields.com
14. New Business;
15. Chairman Neale Jones received the 2015-2016 Maintenance Agreement for the Town of Shields. The non-refundable retainer fee shall be $21,487.50, the payment is based on $750 per mile (28.65miles). After discussion Supervisor Johnson made a motion to accept the agreement as written and Supervisor Long seconded. Motion carried. All in favor.
16. Miscellaneous;
17. Fire Billing Charges was brought to the table for discussion. In 2006 The Town of Shields put in place Ordinance 06-02, which allows the Town of Shields to charge residents $500 per fire run and a water charge per 100 cubic feet of water used (current rate is set by the City of Watertown Water Department). This was to help defray the increased of the yearly rising fire contract with the City of Watertown. Discussion took place and it was decided no change needs to be made to Ordinance at this time, but the board will review.
18. Public Comment-none to report.

10. Next month’s meeting date; August 10, 2015 at 7 pm at the Emmet Town Hall.

Supervisor Long called for the meeting to be adjourned at 8:55pm and Supervisor Johnson seconded. Motion Carried Meeting Adjourned.

Submitted by Clerk

Susan Johnson

Meeting Date Change:

Town of Shields Board will meet on August 17, 2015 at the Emmet Town Hall @ 7pm.

Board Meeting           July 13, 2015   7pm     Emmet Town Hall

Posted:    July 8, 2015

Agenda

1. Call to Order & Pledge of Allegiance
2. Minutes
3. Treasurers Report
4. Pay Monthly Bills
5. Correspondences;
   1. Town Officers, Dodge Co., WTA Meeting
   2. DCLR & PD; Steve Kauffeld, Deck
   3. DCLR & PD; Benny & Shirley Alba, Barn
6. Reports
   1. Waterloo & Watertown Rural Fire Dept. monthly reports.
   2. Meeting Beaver Dam: Shared Revenue Program
7. Old Business
   1. Town Web Site “townofshields.com
   2. ATV Ordinance
8. New Business
   1. DC Highway Commission Maintenance Agreement
9. Miscellaneous
   1. Fire Billing TO-Shields
10. Public Comment
12. Next month’s meeting date August 10 2015, 7 pm at the Emmet Town Hall.