Town of Fence

Key discussions during the meeting included granting the chairman authority to declare emergencies for necessary road maintenance. The road report noted that two culverts were prepared. The fire department reported on a structure fire and indicated that the brush truck required repairs to the master cylinder and brake lines. The clerk/treasurer provided a financial report detailing the beginning balance, deposits, and debits. The board passed a motion to pay bills pending new truck costs. Public comments addressed gratitude for road sanding, inquiries regarding Mud Lake, potential collaboration with Ducks Unlimited for public access grants, and updates on vehicle maintenance, specifically the new truck's rubber and the grader's anticipated tire replacement. Future financial planning involves investigating interest rates for various accounts before allocating future expenditures for designated road projects.

Key discussions included the road report, which detailed gravel shoulder conditions, potential attachment purchases for next year, and issues related to Morgan Lake Road grading due to storm damage and fiber optic company activity. The fire department report mentioned structure fires in Goodman and Florence, and the need for repairs to the brush truck's brake and fuel lines. The Clerk/Treasurer's report provided financial details as of October 31, 2025, and confirmed receipt of a disaster management reimbursement deposit. Public comment addressed inquiries regarding historical fines and fees, and discussion occurred regarding the cost of labor and cement for Veterans plaques foundations, suggesting community assistance for the upcoming spring.

The Board of Review meeting commenced with the administering of oaths. The confidentiality ordinance was presented to the Assessor of R&R Assessing. No persons were present to object to any matters before the Board. The meeting adjourned later the same day.

The board convened to work on the proposed 2026 budget, focusing on increases in paving and gravel, as well as clerk expenses. They discussed Forest Crop and delinquent property taxes. The Clerk/Treasurer provided insights into shared revenue, August Settlement, GTA from state documents, highway public charges, and intergovernmental charges, including Blue Ox, Town of Ross, and Homestead Joint Road. Another budget workshop was scheduled for October 10.

The meeting included discussions and actions on several items, including approving the agenda, approving temporary beer licenses for the Sportman's Club and Fence Volunteer Fire Department, hiring Brooke Martin for trucking and graveling, and setting a notice deadline for election poll worker applications. The approval of the Board of Review chairman and board members was tabled until all board members are present.