Town of Marshfield

The board meeting covered several operational items. The treasurer's report was approved, showing an operating balance and CD balance. The Zoning Administrator reported on issued permits. Updates were provided regarding the website transition, including the expected receipt of .gov emails for board members. Fire Department bills for December and January were approved for payment, and a report on unpaid ambulance bills was reviewed. On roads, the insurance company agreed to pay the full claim amount for damage to the Day Rd. bridge, and the bill for blacktop for the McMillan bridge was received. The board noted an issue with Larry plowing Yellowstone Dr. without a formal agreement with Hewitt, and the need to seek a backup plow driver. Old business included testing the town hall water, which indicated high PH, leading to a plan to inspect the well pump. The 2025 financial records were audited and found to balance. The Town bills were reviewed and approved for payment.

The meeting commenced with the recitation of the Pledge of Allegiance. Key agenda items included approving the treasurer's report and discussing public comments regarding the Solar Ordinance. The Zoning Administrator reported on issued permits. The board addressed the website transition by notifying the current provider of departure and requesting data. Fire department bills required authorization for payment by the Chairman after review. Regarding roads, the board discussed the unsuccessful LRIP grant application for McMillan roadwork and noted that bridge shoulders are scheduled for repair in the spring. New business involved the appointment of chief election inspectors and election inspectors for the 2026-2027 term, appointments to the planning commission, and appointments to the Board of Appeals, including administering the Oath of Office. The board formally adopted the Health & Safety Solar Ordinance and updated the Building Permit Fee Schedule to include fees for various types of solar panel installations. Finally, town bills were reviewed and approved for payment.

The meeting addressed various topics, including the treasurer's report, zoning permits, fire department bills, and road maintenance. Discussions covered the Stadt Road Bridge replacement, drainpipe cleaning, bump sign placement, plow truck maintenance, and ditch cutting plans. Updates were provided on the town website, and a potential Solar Power Ordinance was discussed. The board also reviewed and approved town bills.

The meeting included discussions on various topics such as zoning permits issued, fire department bills and blacktop replacement bids, road repairs and the Mill Creek Bridge replacement project. An additional layer of road base will be added to South Rondivoo later in the year. The creation of a Town of Marshfield Facebook page was authorized to enhance marketing and information dissemination. The board also reviewed town bills, and received a notice regarding a public hearing for the McGivern Creek Bridge Replacement. An open records request was addressed concerning building permit information for a specific property.

The comprehensive plan for the Town of Marshfield, spanning 2010-2030, serves as a roadmap addressing nine key elements: issues and opportunities, housing, transportation, utilities and community facilities, natural and cultural resources, economic development, intergovernmental cooperation, land use, and implementation. The plan aims to guide future growth while preserving the town's rural character and natural resources, ensuring an adequate and diverse housing supply, providing a safe and efficient transportation system, delivering essential utilities and community facilities, fostering economic development, and promoting intergovernmental collaboration to provide cost-effective services.