Town of Manitowoc

Key discussion topics included a generator donation committed by Kohler and associated installation logistics, the requirement for an engineering study for Primrose Road, and a proposal from Waste Management to consolidate garbage pickup to a single weekday. The meeting addressed the adoption of a road funding resolution urging state legislators to enact sustainable transportation funding. Additionally, the board discussed increasing dog license fees to cover manual mailing costs and delegated enforcement of dog-related ordinances to the constable, with plans to benchmark fees and fines against neighboring municipalities.

The meeting focused on the postponement of the Open Book and the Board of Review sessions due to a revaluation of the township.

The board discussed several items including the State Municipal LRIP road grant agreement and the necessary bidding and publication processes. Other topics included potential changes to garbage pickup, road maintenance issues such as pavement damage and vegetation overgrowth on town roads, IT updates regarding new email addresses and software login changes, the status of utility and maintenance projects, and the approval of a liquor license renewal. The board also planned future discussions regarding building permit fees and dog license updates.

The Board of Review meeting addressed mandatory training requirements for officials as required by state law. The Board reviewed the Annual Assessment Report following the provision of necessary income and expense information to the Assessor. Additionally, the Board remained in session to accept testimony and objections, though no property owners appeared to provide any submissions.

The meeting included the approval of a liquor license for 2X Bar, with validation of ownership and documentation requirements. Discussions covered the progress of the LRIP grant, the upcoming backup generator project, and administrative adjustments including the increase of dog license fees to cover postage costs. Additionally, the Board addressed the procurement of a new computer for the Town Chairman and organizational transitions involving the Clerk/Treasurer role.