Joseph Mahutga

The board reviewed financial reports and discussed several property rezone requests, including proposals for the Halvorson property and a request by Travis McDonah for land on County Road M, which was approved. The board addressed operator license applications, discussed upcoming road project planning, reviewed facility reports including STCSWC and equipment repairs, and approved the payment of vouchers and bills.

The board approved the treasurer's report and the renewal of CD terms. A rezone request for property on Meunier Road was approved, and the board agreed to provide a letter of support for the Village of Trempealeau's police station grant application. Planning discussions included upcoming hosting duties for a unit meeting, scheduling fire extinguisher maintenance, and prioritizing various road improvement projects. The board also established a new policy for zoning change requests, reviewed local fire board reports, and addressed equipment inspections and property maintenance tasks.

The meeting included discussions on local road projects and the submission of LRIP applications for upcoming years, alongside preparations for winter equipment readiness. The board addressed procurement of a fuel credit card for town operations and reviewed reports regarding waste management collection. Administrative updates covered the transition of town digital infrastructure to .GOV domains, the installation of an exterior drop box, and the completion of an emergency preparedness plan for the county. The board also authorized the payment of outstanding vouchers.

The meeting included approval of the agenda and the Treasurer's report, which detailed November financials, including Money Market, Checking, and CCU CD balances. Key discussions involved a request from a resident to split a four-acre lot into two two-acre parcels to build an additional home, which will be revisited in January pending contact with zoning. The board also addressed a request from Trempealeau Archers for picnic licenses for their 2026 events and approved the appointment of election inspectors for the 2026-2028 term. Further topics included following up on missing documentation for Boondocks' liquor license, approving a $500 donation to the Trempealeau Library, reviewing the Fire Board report (noting responder membership and updates on a new van), and approving grant money awarded for Wright Road improvements via the LRIP committee. Equipment maintenance issues were addressed, including fixing a garage door and getting a quote for plow repair. The completed Emergency Preparedness Plan was approved for sharing with Trempealeau County. Finally, vouchers and outstanding bills were approved for payment.

Discussion was held regarding the proposed auto repair shop to be located on Hess Road. Ron Zillmer discussed the possibility of opening an office. Sarah Halderson was appointed as the new Clerk/Treasurer for the town. The Fire Board Report was given. Road and equipment updates were given. Vouchers were approved.