Addie Arens

The board discussed a proposal to sell the town's bank building and property for $45,000. The proposal includes renovations to make the building habitable for a business, the relocation of a veterinary clinic, and the creation of additional rental office space. The board moved to present the formal offer to purchase to the electors at the upcoming Annual Meeting.

The meeting includes reviews of committee reports covering roads, the airport, ambulance services, parks and recreation, the dam, and the library. Key agenda topics involve considering the sale of the bank building and property, discussing the Bayfield County EMS proposal, approving vouchers for the payment of bills, and planning future projects.

The board discussed road infrastructure updates, including the registration of an E-cycle center, the status of the boat landing permit, the installation of a cardboard baler, and project funding transfers for Brady Road and Otter Bay. Discussions also covered an easement document for the airport and the progress of construction for snow removal equipment storage. Potential building improvement projects for the library were addressed, as well as the hypothetical purchase of a bank building. The board explored options regarding an abandoned lot and vehicle removal. Finally, the board approved the payment of outstanding bills.

The board reviewed financial reports including account balances. Discussions covered road infrastructure, specifically flood mapping, the delivery of a new boom brusher, and a contract for electronic and appliance recycling. Park and recreation updates addressed delays in pavilion construction. The board also reviewed interest from a potential buyer regarding the future use of a bank building, potentially involving a vet clinic and subdivision of land. Additionally, the board considered the legal options and process for potentially razing an abandoned unsafe building. Finally, the board approved payment of various bills.

Key discussions during the meeting included the Treasurer's report noting account balances as of November 30, 2025. Road maintenance issues stemming from a Thanksgiving snowstorm were discussed, along with the expected delivery of a new plow truck. The Fire Department confirmed its new firetruck is in service and announced an upcoming open house ceremony. Park and Recreation construction is proceeding with the pavilion portion slated for late January. The Board formally adopted a resolution declining ownership and liability for the Mill Pond Dam after reviewing insurance quotes indicating high premiums. Future uses for the old bank building and the Drummond Business Center were reviewed, with consensus to seek formal plans for utilizing the bank as rental office space. Rent for the Bluestem Forestry Consulting, Inc. in the Drummond Business Center was set at $250 per month. The Board is preparing for a Zoom meeting with Bayfield County regarding the Drummond Lake Dam outlet flow plan. Resolutions were approved to appoint Election Officials for the 2026-2027 cycle and to reappoint Jillian Pliss to the Library Board of Trustees. The Board plans to address an encroachment issue concerning the King property and discussed the Chairman's upcoming leave of absence. Outstanding bills were approved for payment.