Dion Okeson

The board discussed several departmental reports including road maintenance, cemetery updates, building and grounds, and sheriff activities. Financial actions included the acceptance of the treasurer's report, approval of bill payments, investment of matured funds, and the closure of multiple inactive bank accounts. Additionally, the board approved appointments to the Plan Commission, issued operator licenses, and accepted a proposal for crack filling. Further actions involved approving a camping application, a banking resolution for a new certificate of deposit, a road repair reimbursement agreement, and a certified survey map for property consolidation.

The meeting encompassed several departmental reports, including updates on building permits, road maintenance, cemetery lot sales, waste management, and building repairs. A report from the Sheriff’s department and correspondence from the Department of the Treasury regarding the successful closure of the SLFRF award were noted. The Board reviewed reports from the Town Plan Commission, accepted the Treasurer's report, and approved the payment of current bills. Additionally, the Board signed a 2026 Mobile Home Verification form and approved a variance request for a property on North Shore Drive. Discussions also took place regarding the ATC Road Repair Reimbursement Agreement and progress on Comprehensive Plan revisions.

The meeting included a review of the town's accomplishments from the previous year and a brief mention of road projects planned for the upcoming year. The financial report for the previous year was presented and reviewed with no further discussion, and the date and location for the next annual meeting were established.

The board reviewed various administrative and operational reports, including building permits, road sign maintenance, cemetery lot sales, and the replacement of a server battery backup pack. A presentation was provided regarding the Portage Community School District's upcoming operational referendum. Financial actions included accepting the treasurer's report, authorizing the payment of current bills, and discussing upcoming investments. Additionally, the board approved a solid waste hauler permit, revisions to the conditional use permit application process, an annual Haz-Mat agreement, and a qualified contractor certification. Discussion also took place concerning potential administrative updates to the comprehensive plan and a potential moratorium ordinance regarding data centers.

The meeting included a public hearing regarding a Conditional Use Permit request from AARM Lake Properties LLC to operate a Tourist Rooming House, primarily for locum tenens healthcare providers. Following the hearing, the Plan Commission reviewed the Planning & Zoning Summary Report and the Town Engineer's Review Letter. The Commission recommended approval of the Conditional Use Permit to the Town Board, with an added condition granting the Town the right of inspection, in addition to the County's right, as specified in the Columbia County Planning & Zoning Summary Report dated November 13, 2025. No citizen input on non-agenda topics was provided.