Casey Sutliff

The document details two sequential meetings held by the Town of Hay River. The Budget Hearing included the presentation of the budget and proposed levy, resulting in a motion to approve the 2026 Budget Summary as presented. Following immediately after, the Special Meeting of Electors, called pursuant to WI Statutes, focused on adopting the 2025 Payable 2026 Town Tax Levy in the amount of $255,451.00 and setting 2026 Highway Expenditures at $238,871.32.

The meeting included several action items: approval of the Treasurer's report, approval of specified vouchers and checks, a motion to apply for approximately $16,000 in LRIP funding for road improvements estimated at $42,000, adoption of a 2 Year Road Plan, and acceptance of a three-year contract with Prochnow Assessing for annual assessment services. The Board also prorated a Liquor License for Hayvn. Discussion covered CSM reviews, building/driveway reports, and patrolman equipment needs, including obtaining quotes for tractor trade and mower purchases. Following a recess for a Budget Hearing, the Board reconvened and approved the 2026 Wage Schedule, which included a $1 per hour increase for patrolmen effective January 1, 2026. Broadband updates indicated that preliminary awards for unserved areas were made to SpaceEx (Starlink), but no in-ground fiber awards were issued yet. The 2026 Budget was adopted, and dates for tax collections in January 2026 were set.

The meeting included discussions on driveway reports, specifically regarding the removal of temporary driveways and the need for driveway permits. The Patrolman's Report covered equipment repairs, building maintenance, and road conditions, including updates on overlay and chip seal projects, patching, grinding, culvert replacements, and cold mix delivery. There was also discussion regarding mowing practices along County Road N and potential agreements for shared roads. Other topics included WTA Dunn County Updates, fire department updates, cemetery matters, dump hours, assessor contract bids, and approval of financial items.

The meeting included discussions and actions on building and driveway reports, and a patrolman's report covering equipment, buildings, grounds, and roads. Updates were provided on WTA Dunn County and Fire/Ambulance services. Actions included changing dump hours, giving notice to Up North Assessments regarding the end of their contract, approving a quarterly internet stipend for the Treasurer, and adopting resolutions related to posting in lieu of publication and the line of succession in a state of emergency.

The meeting included the reading of the Noxious Weed Law as required per Wis Stat. The annual report was approved. The 2026 annual meeting date was set.