Respectfully submitted, Cathy Brott, Clerk

1. Call to order at 4:30 PM by Chairman Kopp

2. Pledge of Allegiance

3. Chairperson Kopp called the 2008 Board of Review into session and Clerk Brott swore in Assessor Mark Brown. There were no objectors. Board resumed the Town Board meeting.

4. Motion by Zahn/Knapp to approve the minutes of the June 9, 2008 Board Meeting as presented. Motion carried unanimously.

5. Motion by Zahn/Knapp to appoint Michelle Kind as a Board of Review alternate. Motion carried. Copy attached.

6. Motion by Zahn/Knapp to approve payment of bills in the amount of $69,159.10. Motion carried unanimously. Copy attached.

7. Lynn Holtze, 5139 Kearns Ct., appeared before the Board to ask what the Town was going to do regarding the water problems in her neighborhood.

8. Alvin Knobloch, W4814 Hwy 33, appeared before the Board in support of the Town retaining F Breidel Road and formally taking action to acquire. Kevin Fossum reiterated his request that the town vacate the road.

9. Motion by Kopp/Knapp to formally acquire F Breidel Road and direction to the Town Administrator to move forward with the paperwork. Motion carried unanimously.

10. Motion by Knapp/Zahn to accept the Earth Tech proposal not to exceed $22,500 to complete mapping and WINSLAMM Modeling. Motion carried unanimously. Copy attached.

11. Board discussed water problems on Kearns Ct and determined that if the property owners would share the engineering costs, purchase the culverts for under their individual driveways and pay for their own driveway repairs, the town would dig out the ditches, plant and mulch using town equipment and labor.

12. Board discussed water problems on Bloomer Mill & Lauterbach Roads and determined that it was the responsibility of the property owners to dig out the swale behind their homes to better facilitate water runoff through a natural waterway. Motion by Knapp/Zahn to have the Administrator draft and send a letter to that effect. If necessary, the town would lower the pipe at the lower end of the swale.

13. Board agreed to move their July 14^th meeting to Wednesday, July 16th.

14. Motion by Zahn/Kopp to approve Class B Beer and Liquor License application for Midwest Golf Management of Wisconsin, Steve Jahimiak, Agent, for Irish Hills Golf Course. Motion carried unanimously.

15. Motion by Zahn/Knapp to approve the Soda Water Beverage License application for Midwest Golf Management of Wisconsin, Steve Jahimiak, Agent, for Irish Hills Golf Course. Motion carried unanimously.

16. Motion by Knapp/Zahn to approve the Policy on Lost and Found Items. Motion carried unanimously. Copy attached.

17. At 6:30 PM Chairperson Lynnetta Kopp called for the close of the 2008 Board of Review. Note that no objectors appeared in the 2 hours the meeting was held open. Motion by Knapp/Zahn to close Board of Review. Motion carried unanimously.

18. Motion by Knapp/Zahn to accept the seal coating bid of $33,040.56 by Scott Construction. Motion carried unanimously. Copy attached.

19. Motion to adjourn at 6:32 PM.

Respectfully submitted, Cathy Brott, Clerk

1. Call to order at 4:30 PM by Chairman Kopp

2. Pledge of Allegiance

3. Chairperson Kopp opened the first session of the 2008 Board of Review and adjourned to Monday, June 23, 2008 when assessment roll will be completed and signed.

4. Motion by Zahn/Kopp to approve the minutes of the May 27, 2008 Board Meeting as presented. Motion carried.

5. Motion by Zahn/Kopp to approve payment of bills in the amount of $77,270.34. Motion carried. Copy attached.

6. Kevin Fossum appeared before the Board to request that F Breidel Road be vacated and not formally accepted as a town road. No action. Moved to April 23^rd agenda.

7. Motion by Zahn/Kopp to approve and adopt Resolution 4.08 accepting a portion of Old Town Hall Road and a 66-foot road right-of-way. Motion carried. Copy attached.

8. No action on Breidel Coulee Park. Moved to June 23^rd agenda.

9. Administrator’s Report. Copy attached.

10. Treasurer reported that the Bliss Road fundraiser netted $7310.00

11. Chairperson reported on LADCO meeting re S&S Cycle & Swiss Valley Cheese and LAPC meeting where she learned that the City of La Crosse has applied for a DOT transportation grant to build a bike trail in the Town of Shelby to Goose Island Park. She will contact the city & DOT to discuss this.

12. Motion by Zahn/Kopp to approve Class B Beer and Liquor Licenses for the following:

• Shorty’s Bar & Grill
• The Alpine Inn
• Mt. La Crosse
• Charlie’s Inn
• All Star Lanes and Banquet Hall

1. Motion by Zahn/Kopp to approve a Class B Beer License for Goose Island Campground. Motion carried.

2. Motion by Zahn/Kopp to accept the generous offer of Riverfront for Payment in Lieu of Taxes (PILOT) and to use the City of La Crosse formula using operating costs but not capital costs. Motion carried.

3. Supervisor Zahn expressed concern that the Board considered tournaments in Pammel Creek Park changing an earlier agreement to not have tournaments.

4. Board discussed draft language of an ordinance to regulate the parking of trailers, campers, etc. on private lands, but took no action.

5. Motion to adjourn at 5:27 PM.

Respectfully submitted, Cathy Brott, Clerk

1. Call to order at 4:35 PM by Chairman Kopp

2. Pledge of Allegiance

3. Motion by Zahn/Kopp to approve the minutes of the April 28, 2008 Board Meeting as presented. Motion carried.

4. Motion by Zahn/Kopp to approve payment of bills in the amount of $37,487.57. Motion carried unanimously. Copy attached.

5. Motion by Zahn/Knapp to recommend approval of the application of U S Cellular obo Darrell and Klara Oelke for a Conditional Use Permit to construct a cell tower on Skyline Drive. Motion carried unanimously.

6. Board agreed with the Administrator’s recommendation to allow Shelby Youth Ball to use the Pammel Creek Parks for 2 tournaments with the stipulations outlined in his report. Report attached.

7. Administrator Brudos told the Board there are 2 town roads that lack the proper documentation. The first is Old Town Hall Road. He would be brining a resolution to accept a portion of Old Town Hall Road to the next Board meeting. The second is F Breidel Road. He asked if they wanted to vacate the road or pursue acceptance of the road. Motion by Knapp/Zahn to pursue acceptance of F Breidel Road with notification to the adjacent property owners. Motion carried unanimously.

8. Board reviewed Ordinance 2.21 Regulation of Outdoor Solid Fuel Furnaces. No changes.

9. Administrator directed to have law enforcement review Ordinances 2.22. 2.23 and 2.24 and recommend any necessary adjustments before the next board meeting.

10. Fire Chief Randy Roeck reported on the SYB Fire Dept Town of Greenfield substation open house held in St. Joseph. He said it was a great success. He also discussed fire truck training with the new fire truck.

11. Administrator Brudos reported that he met with 3 engineering firms in regards to a Storm Water Management Plan as required by the Clean Water Act. Board asked him to get proposals from Earth Tech and Vierbecker.

12. Administrator Brudos reported that he met with the WI Dept of Transportation in regard to the proposed work on Hwy 33. Their plans have altered significantly and as presented will affect the intersection of Hwy 33 and Knobloch Road. He recommended putting of reconstruction of Knobloch Road until 2009 when we will have a better idea of how it should be reconstructed to avoid having to redo after the DOT reconstructs Hwy 33. Motion by Zahn/Knapp to delay reconstruction of Knobloch Road until 2009. Motion carried with Kopp abstaining.

13. Motion by Kopp/Zahn to approve Resolution 3.08, which provides for the regulation of length of lawn grasses. Motion carried unanimously. Copy attached.

14. Administrator’s Report. Copy attached.

15. Chairperson reported on the LAPC meeting. She was surprised to learn that the City of La Crosse is proposing to build a bike trail to Goose Island Park, which is in the Town of Shelby. She completed her NIMS training. Rockin for the Road fundraiser raised and between $6000 and $7500. She will be out of town 5/31 to 6/4.

16. Motion to adjourn at 6:44 PM.

Respectfully submitted, Cathy Brott, Clerk

Respectfully submitted, Cathy Brott, Clerk

TOWN OF SHELBY

ANNUAL TOWN MEETING MINUTES

April 8, 2008

Location: Shelby Town Hall

Call to order: Chairperson Lynnetta Kopp

Time: 6:30 PM

1. Chairperson Lynnetta Kopp opened the meeting with the Pledge of Allegiance and made introductions
2. Motion by Blaine McDowell, seconded by Bob Mueller, to hold the 145th Annual Town Meeting on the statutory date of Tuesday, April 14, 2009 at 6:30 PM. Motion carried unanimously.
3. Motion by Ken Nelson, seconded by Don Gehrig, to hold the 2008 Budget Hearing and Town Meeting to approve the 2009 levy on Monday, November 10, 2008 at 6:30 PM. Motion carried unanimously.
4. Motion by Don Gehrig, seconded by Bill Knobloch, to approve the minutes of the 143rd Annual Meeting, held on April 10, 2007, as presented. Motion carried unanimously.
5. Motion by Ken Nelson, seconded by Bob Mueller to approve the minutes of the November 12, 2007 Budget Hearing and Town Meeting to approve the 2008 levy as presented. Motion carried unanimously.
6. Cathy Brott went over the 2007 Treasurer’s Annual Report. Motion by Dave Peschau, seconded by Blaine McDowell to approve the report as presented. Motion carried unanimously. Copy attached.
7. Sanitary District Commissioner Bob Mueller went over the Sanitary District # 2 Annual Report. There were questions re developing a plan for storm water runoff, the timeline, cost and assessments. Administrator Brudos said the Town would be developing a plan as required, but he had no final data regarding the cost and how it would be assessed. Motion by Dave Peschau, seconded by Blaine McDowell to accept the report. Motion carried unanimously. Copy attached.
8. Administrator Jeff Brudos presented the 2007 Financial Audit Report and the Administrator’s Annual Road and Park Reports. There was a question re placement of playground equipment in the Boma Rd Park and concern expressed about chip replacement at the parks. Administrator Brudos said the Town had hoped to put playground equipment in in 2007, but the flood put work in the parks on hold. The plan is to do it in 2008 and the chips would be replaced once it dried out a bit. Motion by Chuck Gustafson, seconded by Bill Knobloch, to accept the report. Motion carried unanimously. Copy attached.
9. Fire Randy Roeck gave the Fire Department’s Annual Report. Motion by Blaine McDowell, seconded by Tom Schmitt, to accept the report. Motion carried unanimously. Copy attached.
10. Officer Sharon Neitzke gave the Annual Police Department Report. She also discussed daytime burglaries, cautioned residents to lock doors and talked about her training for the Coulee Region Internet Child Protection Program. Motion by Dave Peschau, seconded by Blaine McDowell, to accept the report. Motion carried unanimously. Copy attached.
11. Town Chairperson Lynnetta Kopp gave the Chairman’s Annual Report. She touched on the following:
    • Development of the Comprehensive Plan
    • Planning and Development Committees
    • Review and update of Town Ordinances
    • New Ordinance regulating NEVs
    • Delivery of the new fire truck by May 1st
    • Fire Protection Agreements with Towns of Greenfield and Medary
    • Development of a land donation policy
    • Forced closure of the 27^th Street railroad crossing
    • Her attendance at the National Association of Towns & Townships Convention in Washington DC
    • The 2007 Flood
    • Bliss Road & the "Rockin’ the Road" Fundraiser at The Alpine Inn on May 25th

    Motion by Don Gehrig, seconded by Bob Mueller to accept the Chairperson’s report. Motion carried unanimously.

    1. Citizen Concerns:
       • Tom Schmitt asked that the Town chip the brush and trees he and his son hauled to the road right of way on Vanity Drive after the August flood. Administrator Brudos said the brush was placed after the road crew had been through to do flood related brush chipping and was over the quantity limit of ½ pickup load for normal brush chipping.
       • Dave Peschau asked that the town send email notices and agendas to those residents who request them, asked the Town Board to address the issue of campers, boats and trailers parked in yards, and asked if the town had a cell phone tower ordinance. Chirperson said the town would revisit the issue of emailing notices and would consider an ordinance regulating campers, boats and trailers parked in yards. Administrator Brudos said the cell tower issue is handled through County Zoning and the Town Board has veto power to deny the installation of a cell town if they wanted to use it.
       • Mary Temp was concerned that aluminum cans were not being recycled at the Shelby Youth Ball Fields. Town will look into it.
       • Chuck Gustafson was concerned about the growing deer population. Chairperson Kopp said the Town Board is aware of the problem and shares his concern. Agreed to look into ways to cull the herd without costing the taxpayers a lot of money. Hiring professional sharpshooters costs $100 per deer and has to done annually to be effective.
    2. Motion to adjourn the 2008 Annual Meeting at 8:45 PM

    Respectfully submitted, Cathy Brott, Clerk

1. Call to order at 4:30 PM by Chairman Kopp

2. Pledge of Allegiance

3. Motion by Knapp/Zahn to approve the minutes of the April 28, 2008 Board Meeting as presented. Motion carried unanimously.

4. Motion by Zahn/Knapp to approve payment of bills in the amount of $112,125.67. Motion carried unanimously. Copy attached.

5. Shelby Youth Ball Treasurer Brent Dwyer presented the SYB 2007-2008 budget to actual financial statement and asked for Board permission to use the Pammel Creek fields for 2 tournaments. The first is a girls softball tournament to be held June 7 & 8, the second a 10 & under boys to be held August 4 & 5. Board asked Administrator to send letters to residents who live near the park asking them to respond if they have any objections. If it appears there is little objection, SYB may hold the tournaments. To be determined by the Administrator.

6. Citizen Comments: Barbara Miller, W5679 Co Rd F presented a written statement to the Board requesting that erosion from runoff be repaired by the Town. Copy attached.

7. Fire Chief Randy Roeck reported on the medical helicopter crash in which 13 Shelby firefighters / first responders assisted in the search, open house at the park in St Joseph for SFD Station # 2 in the Town of Greenfield, receipt of the new fire truck and presented the April Monthly Report (Copy attached).

8. Motion by Zahn/Knapp to accept the insurance coverage proposal of $42,769 by Brown and Brown Insurance. Motion carried unanimously. Copy attached.

9. Chair approved a parade permit for 5/31/08, reported on the Mayor’s Breakfast, and discussed a letter from John Jacks re water drainage concerns and a letter of invitation to the 100^th Anniversary celebration of City of La Crosse parks. She reminded the Board that the La Crosse Co Towns Assn would be meeting in the Medary Town Hall on May 22^nd.

10. Motion by Zahn/Kopp to approve the La Crosse County Multi-Hazards Mitigation Plan. Motion carried with Knapp abstaining.

11. Motion by Kopp/Zahn to permit the Administrator to dispose of excess equipment. Motion carried unanimously. Copy attached.

12. Motion by Knapp/Zahn to allow the Administrator to continue with the bid process for a new plow truck and equipment. Motion carried.

13. Motion by Kopp/Knapp to approve the appointment of Carol Angell, N2256 Briarwood, as an election inspector for 2008-2009. Motion carried unanimously.

14. Board reviewed and discussed Ordinance 2.19 Fire Code Inspection for possible changes.

15. Administrator’s report attached.

16. Motion to adjourn at 6:15 PM.

Respectfully submitted, Cathy Brott, Clerk

1. Call to order at 4:30 PM by Chairman Kopp

2. Pledge of Allegiance

3. Motion by Zahn/Knapp to approve the minutes of the April 14, 2008 Board Meeting as presented. Motion carried unanimously.

4. Motion by Zahn/Knapp to approve bills in the amount of $33,157.47. Motion carried unanimously. Copy attached.

5. Citizen Comments: Barbara Miller, W5679 Co Rd F presented a written statement to the Board requesting that drainage pipes be removed. Copy attached.

6. Motion by Knapp/Zahn to approve the Conditional Use Permit application # 762 of Leslie & Nancy Manske to strip, excavate, stockpile and sell topsoil from their farm on 4.96 acres zoned Exclusive Ag and a nonmetallic mining reclamation permit. Motion carried unanimously.

7. Board reviewed the letter from the WI Department of Transportation in which they reaffirm their position to allow only once access from the Knobloch Road/Battlestone Station developments. Board agreed not to pursue a second access at this time, but to require that the Battlestone Plat include a proposed extension to State Road 33.

8. Chairperson Kopp gave an update of the "Rockin’ for the Road" fundraiser.

9. Administrator’s report attached.

10. Police Officer Sean Horton gave the March Police Report. Copy attached.

11. Treasurer reported she would be attending the Municipal Clerks Conference in August in Stevens Point.

12. Board reviewed and discussed Ordinance 2.17, Cabaret Licensing & Ordinance 2.18, Street Number Posting. Administrator Brudos and Supervisor Zahn agreed to check out posted addresses to determine if there is a serious problem finding addresses at night.

13. Motion to adjourn at 6:40 PM.

Respectfully submitted, Cathy Brott, Clerk

1. Call to order at 4:35 PM by Chairman Kopp

2. Pledge of Allegiance

3. Motion by Zahn/Knapp to approve the minutes of the March 31, 2008 Board Meeting as amended. Motion carried unanimously.

4. Motion by Zahn/Knapp to approve bills in the amount of $297,297.50. Motion carried unanimously. Copy attached.

5. Motion by Knapp/Zahn to approve the new application of Mark Christianson, N1009 Mormon Drive, to keep a 3^rd dog. Motion carried unanimously.

6. Administrator’s report attached.

7. Board agreed to hold Board Meetings on Monday, May 12^th & Tuesday, May 27^th (due to Memorial Day holiday).

8. Board moved discussion and possible action on Ordinances 2.17 & Ordinance 2.18 to the April 28th Board Meeting.

9. Motion to adjourn at 5:30 PM.

Respectfully submitted, Cathy Brott, Clerk

1. Call to order at 4:30 PM by Chairman Kopp

2. Pledge of Allegiance

3. Motion by Zahn/Knapp to approve the minutes of the March 24, 2008 Board Meeting. Motion carried unanimously.

4. Motion by Knapp/Zahn to approve the new application of Val Kendhammer, N788 Lauterbach Rd, to keep a 3^rd dog. Motion carried unanimously.

5. Chairperson Kopp discussed the extension of Battlestone Station Road to Hwy 33. State Senator Dan Kapanke and State Representative Mike Huebsch have co-authored a letter to the WI Dept of Transportation requesting the Town be allowed to extend Battlestone Station Road to Hwy 33 and also keep the Knobloch Road intersection.

6. Discussion regarding the progress of the Development and Planning Committees.

Respectfully submitted, Cathy Brott, Clerk, from notes taken by Administrator Jeff Brudos

1. Call to order at 4:35 PM by Chairman Kopp

2. Pledge of Allegiance

3. Motion by Zahn/Knapp to approve the minutes of the March 10, 2008 Board Meeting as amended. Motion carried unanimously.

4. Motion by Zahn/Knapp to approve bills in the amount of $64,028.72. Motion carried unanimously. Copy attached.

5. Andrew Helgerson, W5045 Woodhaven Dr, asked the Board to support his request to have the speed limit lowered from 45 mph to 35 mph on CTH F between State Hwy 33 and CTH FO. Copy of written request attached.

6. Motion by Zahn/Knapp to support the application of Kay Wimberly, W5162 CTH F, to rezone 10 acres from Transitional Ag to Ag A for the purpose of creating a new residential lot, provided said lot have 1 residence, or 2 if clustered, to conform with the Land Use Plan; and to approve the Certified Survey Map as recommended by the Planning Commission. Motion carried unanimously. Copy attached.

7. Motion by Kopp/Zahn to remove the $25,000 cap on the contribution to City of La Crosse for repair of Bliss Road from proceeds raised by the "Rockin’ the Road" fundraiser. All proceeds raised will go toward the repair of Bliss Road. Motion carried unanimously.

8. Administrator reported that he has been in contact with area legislators regarding the proposed extension to Battlestone Station Road to again solicit their support for a second intersection with STH 33, which the WI DOT is reluctant to allow. He also said that new Developers Agreement has not yet been signed with the receivers of Battlestone Ridge and the Town has not been deeded the road and park property in that development.

9. Fire Chief Randy Roeck reported that the Annual Chicken Q was a great success. They sold out, 3120 dinners. He announced the Grand Opening of the Town of Greenfield substation will be held on May 18^th at the St Joseph Park Shelter from 11 AM to 2 PM and the new fire truck will be delivered on April 4^th or 11^th.

10. Police Officer Sean Horton gave the February Report. He said there continue to be a few break-ins. The apprehension and recovery rate is about 50%.

11. Motion by Zahn/Knapp to approve the new application for a Class B Beer and Liquor License of Midwest Golf Management of Wisconsin, Steve Jahimiak, Agent, for Irish Hills Golf Course, W4980 Knobloch Road, provided a notarized Auxiliary Question be submitted for Corporation President Paul Pehler. Motion carried unanimously.

12. Administrator’s report attached.

13. Clerk/Treasurer gave the Treasurer’s Feb report and reminded the Board of the April 1^st Spring Election.

14. Chairperson reported that Mr. Koudelka has submitted his resignation from the Planning Commission. The Planning Commission will meet monthly on the 3^rd Thursday @ 3 PM.

15. Motion by Knapp/Zahn to support the request of Andrew Helgerson to lower the speed limit on CTH F between STH 33 and CTH FO. Motion carried unanimously. Officer Horton will provide a report of accidents in that area, Mr. Helgerson will solicit signatures from residents of the area and the Board will prepare a letter of support to send to the County Highway Commissioner and County Board Supervisor Bob Keil.

16. Board discussed a request that the Town develop an ordinance regulating the parking of motor homes, boats, ATVs, snowmobiles, etc in front yards. Board agreed to view homes in the Hagen Road area and asked the Administrator to prepare draft language for the April 14^th Board Meeting.

17. Board moved discussion and possible action on Ordinance 2.15, Public Records, to the April 14^th Board Meeting.

18. Board discussed Ordinance 2.16, Fire Works, and made some cosmetic changes. Clerk will check statutory referenced to see if they are current.

Respectfully submitted, Cathy Brott, Clerk

1. Call to order at 4:30 PM by Chairman Kopp

2. Pledge of Allegiance

3. Motion by Zahn/Knapp to approve the minutes of the January 25, 2008 Board Meeting. Motion carried unanimously.

4. Motion by Zahn/Knapp to approve bills in the amount of $99,097.18. Motion carried unanimously. Copy attached.

5. Jim Pickett, owner of The Alpine Inn on Bliss Road invited the Board to cooperate in a fundraiser to help the City of La Crosse repair Bliss Road. He has two bands, 3 Beers til Dubuque & Mr. Blink, who have volunteered to play. Bonnie Pickett went over the details of the proposed fundraiser: Called "Rockin for the Road", to be held on 5/25/08 at The Alpine Inn, stage on the volley ball court, tickets $20 each (room for 500 people), arrange for bussing from a La Crosse location to avoid traffic/parking problems, music/live auction/sponsorships/donations accepted.

6. Motion by Knapp/Kopp to partner with The Alpine Inn in a fundraiser for the repair of Bliss Road. If the amount raised exceeds $25,000, the balance will go toward Shelby Youth Sports. Motion carried unanimously.

   (Board recessed the meeting for 10 minutes so the Chairperson could meet with press who were covering the meeting)

7. No update or discussion was held on the La Crosse County Comprehensive Plan re Urban Sprawl.

8. Motion by Zahn/Knapp to accept the new Fire Protection Agreement with the Town of Greenfield. Motion carried unanimously. Copy attached.

9. Board set the April meetings for 4/14 & 4/28. Note the Annual Meeting is scheduled for 4/8/08 @ 6:30 PM

10. Chairman reported on annexation of Mississippi Valley Conservancy land.

11. Clerk/Treas gave the Feb report

12. Motion by Kopp/Zahn to approve the application of Linda Westphal, N1409 Timber Valley Road, to keep a 3^rd dog. Motion carried unanimously.

13. Jeff Brudos gave the Administrators Report. Copy attached.

14. Motion to adjourn at 5:50 PM.

Respectfully submitted, Cathy Brott, Clerk

1. Call to order at 4:30 PM by Chairman Kopp

2. Pledge of Allegiance

3. Motion by Zahn/Knapp to approve the minutes of the January 5, 2008 Board Meeting. Motion carried unanimously.

4. Motion by Zahn/Knapp to approve bills in the amount of $1,527,968.61. Motion carried unanimously. Copy attached.

5. Fire Chief Randy Roeck thanked the Board for the Annex remodel, reported that Tim Candahl was promoted to 2nd Lieutenant. The FD Chicken Q is March 16^th. The new fire truck, #466, is tentatively scheduled to arrive the end of March or 1^st part of April. Training for the Greenfield team is on target.

6. Clerk Cathy Brott reported on the Presidential Preference Primary election, upcoming newsletter, vacation and new staff position filled.

7. Motion by Kopp/Knapp to approve the request of the Shelby Fire Department to transfer $15,000 for SFD Fund B to the General Fund for equipment to outfit the new fire truck. Motion carried unanimously.

8. Motion by Zahn/Knapp to approve the new application of James Dahlby, W5772 CTH K, to keep a 3^rd dog. Motion carried unanimously.

9. Paul Zei, W5584 State Road 33, appeared before Board to oppose funding for Bliss Road.

10. Gordon Stewart appeared before the Board to oppose funding for Bliss Road unless there are assurances that it will be done correctly. He questioned the Town’s liability if it should fail again and someone was injured or killed.

11. Chair reported that the 27^th St railroad crossing would be closed. The option to keep it open is too costly. Since it was ordered closed, the town will not be responsible for the cost.

12. Motion by Kopp/ Knapp to refer action on the proposal to donate funds to the City of La Crosse for the repair of Bliss Road until the March 10^th meeting. Motion carried unanimously. Board wants to check with town attorney on questions that were raised.

13. Jeff Brudos gave the Administrators Report. Copy attached.

14. Chairperson reported that she would be attending the Economic Forum of Public Education and asked that an additional agenda item be added to allow the Board to review how the meeting went and make suggestions for how it could have been done better.

15. Motion to adjourn at 5:35 PM.

Respectfully submitted, Cathy Brott, Clerk

1. Call to order at 4:30 PM by Chairman Kopp

2. Pledge of Allegiance

3. Motion by Zahn/Kopp to approve the minutes of the January 28, 2008 Board Meeting. Motion carried unanimously.

4. Motion by Zahn/Knapp to approve bills in the amount of $29,072.23. Motion carried unanimously. Copy attached.

5. Shelby residents addressed the Board re Shelby supporting the cost to repair Bliss Rd (both for and against), loss of property values due to closure of Bliss Rd, concern with the animosity between Shelby and the City of La Crosse and among neighbors over the future of Bliss Rd, and some expressed concern over the potential of future failures.

6. La Crosse Tribune Reporter Reid Magney read a statement objecting to the Board meeting in closed session to discuss negotiations regarding Bliss Road.

7. Administrator Brudos brought the Board up to date on the 27^th St Railroad Crossing. Deadline to close is Oct 1, 2008. Board asked him to check with the Commissioner of Railroads to see if Shelby has any other options.

8. Motion by Zahn/Knapp to approve the appointment of James Milisch as an Election Inspector. Motion carried unanimously.

9. Clerk reported on tax collection and upcoming Presidential Primary Election.

10. Jeff Brudos gave the Administrator’s Report. Copy attached

11. Motion by Kopp/Knapp @ 5:28 PM to move into closed session pursuant to WI Statutes Section 19.85(1)(e) to discuss negotiations regarding payment toward the repair of Bliss Road. Motion carried unanimously. Motion by Zahn/Knapp to return to open session @ 6:15 PM.

12. Board agreed to delay discussion of ordinance review until the February 28^th Meeting.

13. Motion to adjourn at 6:17 PM.

Respectfully submitted, Cathy Brott, Clerk

1. Call to order at 4:30 PM by Chairman Kopp

2. Pledge of Allegiance

3. Motion by Zahn/Kopp to approve the minutes of the January 14, 2008 Board Meetings as amended. Motion carried w/ Knapp abstaining.

4. Motion by Zahn/Knapp to approve bills in the amount of $93,935.30. Motion carried. Copy attached.

5. Bill Baumgartner from the La Crosse Rifle Club spoke re the Apuan request to rezone land near the Rifle Club for residential use. Club members are not opposed to the rezoning, but want the land owner to be aware of the noise from the Club. They want assurance that noise from the Rifle Club would not become a problem. Carrie Apuan said she is aware of the noise from the Rifle Club. She grew up with it. Noise is not a concern.

6. Chairperson Kopp reported that she and Administrator Brudos met with City of La Crosse Mayor Mark Johnsrud and City Council Person Dorothy Lenart to discuss the future of Bliss Road. No action.

7. Motion by Knapp/Zahn to approve the Policy and Procedures for handling applications for CSMs, conditional use permits and zoning requests as amended. Motion carried unanimously. Copy attached.

8. Motion by Zahn/Knapp to approve the renewal application of Carmen Hass, W5229 Boma Rd, to keep a 3^rd dog. Motion carried unanimously.

9. Motion by Zahn/Knapp to approve the application of Carrie Apuan to split off a 4-acre parcel along North Chipmunk Road from a larger parcel owned by her grandmother for the purpose of creating a home site and to support her application for a zoning change from Transitional Ag to Ag A. Motion carried unanimously.

10. Motion by Zahn/Knapp to approve the application of Garry Hensley to split Lot 32 in the Breidel Coulee Subdivision creating 2 lots. Motion carried unanimously.

11. Motion by Kopp/Knapp to approve the appointment of Dr. Richard Strand to the Planning Commission to fill the term of Don Frank who resigned. Motion carried unanimously.

12. Motion by Kopp/Zahn to approve the Joint Powers Agreement with La Crosse County Emergency Management. Motion carried unanimously. Copy attached.

13. Motion by Knapp/Zahn to appoint Administrator Jeff Brudos and Police Officer Sean Horton as delegates to the Joint Municipal Court. Motion carried unanimously.

14. Motion by Kopp/Knapp to appoint Lana Beyer, N2330 Noch Nairn Ct, as a Special Election Registration Deputy at Central High School. Motion carried unanimously.

15. Motion by Zahn/Knapp to approve the request of West Salem Village Administrator Teresa Schnitzler to ask the State Elections Board to appoint Mr. Jeff Maves as a Special Election Registration Deputy to register votes for all municipalities in the West Salem School District. Motion carried unanimously.

16. Clerk/Treasurer Brott reported that the Annual Audit would be conducted on Feb 20-23 by the accounting firm of Tostrud and Temp.

17. Jeff Burdos gave the Administrator’s Report. Copy attached.

18. Chair reported that Wisconsin Towns Assn’s "Day at the Capitol" is Feb 5^th, listed the dates & times the various City Council Committees would be addressing the Bliss Road issue and announced that she had resigned as Secretary/Treasurer of the La Crosse County Unit of the WTA and Paul Kitzman had agreed to take her place. She said the next WTA Unit Meeting is Feb 21^st.

19. Motion to adjourn at 5:36 PM P.M.

Respectfully submitted, Cathy Brott, Clerk

1. Call to order at 4:35 PM by Chairman Kopp

2. Pledge of Allegiance

3. Motion by Kopp/Zahn to alter the order of the agenda and begin with the Bliss Road discussion. Motion carried. City of La Crosse Asst Director of Public Works Tony Hutchens gave a history of Bliss Road, listed the problems and the proposed solutions, and then took questions from the residents. Total cost to repair is $1.8 million. State would contribute $560,000, Federal Highway Administration would contribute $657,000 and the local share would be $582,000. The City of La Crosse had appropriated $180,000 for necessary repairs before the Aug 18/19 rain event that further damaged the road. The approximately 100 Shelby residents in attendance were from Arbor Hills and Arbor Meadows Additions and CTH F, areas mostly affected by closure of Bliss Road. Issues of concern included: Enhancement of Bliss Road for walkers and bikers without consulting local residents, lack of load restrictions, time frame to repair and reopen, accountability of the engineers who designed the reconstruction, returning the road to its original track (removing the approximately 2 additional feet on the outside of the road), rumors of permanent closure, portion of local cost the city was asking Shelby residents to contribute, why the city was asking for other municipalities to contribute at all. La Crosse Mayor Mark Johnsrud said the City Council needs to know if there is value in repairing Bliss Road. He believes there is. For the city it is tourism and access to the park on Granddad’s Bluff. Do the residents of Shelby believe there is also a value to them? Are they willing to contribute to the fix? He said he is willing to work with the Shelby Town Board toward a solution. He would like to see the road reopened by October, but we must begin soon or it won’t happen. The great majority of those present wanted to see the road repaired and were willing to see Shelby participate in the cost to some degree, but they want assurance that the repairs will last. They want both municipalities to make a decision and move on. They cited the cost in time and gas to use CTH F and State Road to get into La Crosse. The Town of Medary will be meeting on February 12^th to discuss this issue with residents. The La Crosse Common Council will meet on February 14^th for a final vote. Shelby Chair Lynnetta Kopp asked for a show of hands to determine interest in cost sharing for Bliss Road repairs. All but 12 of those who were there were willing to pay a portion of the cost. She said that she and Administrator Brudos would set up a meeting with Mayor Johnsrud to begin a dialogue.

4. Motion by Zahn/Kopp to approve the minutes of the December 17, 2007 and January 9, 2008 Board Meetings as presented. Motion carried.

5. Motion by Zahn/Kopp to approve bills in the amount of $75,395.34. Motion carried.

6. Board discussed a policy for handling applications for Certified Survey Maps and Land Splits and Zoning requests. Administrator will develop and Board will act on it at the January 28^th Meeting.

7. Chair Kopp reported that she has appointed Dr. Richard Strand to replace Don Frank who resigned from the Planning Commission. Dr. Strand’s appointment will be confirmed at the January 28^th Meeting.

8. Motion by Zahn/Kopp to approve the renewal applications to keep a 3^rd dog for Susan Johnson, N660 Hwy 35, and Kurt & Renee Knutson, 2231 Hiawatha Ave. Motion carried.

9. Board discussed a request to advertise in the town quarterly newsletter. Motion by Zahn/Kopp to not allow ads. Motion carried.

10. Fire Chief Randy Roeck reported that several applications have been submitted for the vacant officer’s position. It will be filled this month.

11. Administrator Jeff Brudos gave the Administrator’s Report. Copy attached.

12. Motion to adjourn at 7:43 PM P.M.

Respectfully submitted, Cathy Brott, Clerk

1. Call to order at 4:00 PM by Chairman Kopp

2. Pledge of Allegiance

3. Motion by Knapp/Zahn to adopt Ordinance 5.04 Adoption of Comprehensive Plan. Motion carried unanimously. Copy attached.

4. Motion by Knapp/Zahn to move into closed session pursuant to Wisconsin Statutes Section 19.85(1)(e) to discuss bargaining strategies. Motion carried unanimously. Board returned to open session at 5:53 PM.

5. Motion to adjourn at 5:53 P.M.

Respectfully submitted, Cathy Brott, Clerk

1. Budget Hearing called to order at 6:30 PM by Chairman Kopp.

2. Chairman allowed time for residents to review the proposed 2008 Budget and asked if there were any questions. Paul Zei asked questions about several budget items and had them answered.

3. Motion by Zahn/Kopp to close the Budget Hearing and open the Special Town Meeting to approve the 2008 Levy @ 7:00 PM. Motion carried.

4. Special Town Meeting called to order @ 7:01 PM by Chairman Kopp.

5. Motion by Randy Roeck/Paul Zei to approve 2008 Highway Expenditures in the amount of $1,020,200 as presented. Motion carried unanimously.

6. Motion by Paul Zei/Bill Knobloch to approve the 2008 Tax Levy of $1,348,800. Motion carried unanimously.

7. Motion by Paul Zei/Bill Knobloch to authorize the Town Board to borrow $400,000 for a Fire Truck and Road Improvements to Knobloch Road. Motion carried unanimously.

8. Motion by Kopp/Zahn to adjourn @7:06 PM

TOWN OF SHELBY

ANNUAL TOWN MEETING MINUTES

April 10, 2007

Location: Shelby Town Hall

Call to order: Chairperson Lynnetta Kopp

Time: 6:33 PM

1. Chairperson Lynnetta Kopp opened the meeting and made introductions.
2. Motion by Dave Peschau, seconded by Roger Roslansky, to hold the 144th Annual Town Meeting on the statutory date of Tuesday, April 8, 2008 at 6:30 PM. Motion carried unanimously.
3. Motion by Bill Landman, seconded by Bill Knobloch, to hold the 2007 Budget Hearing and Town Meeting to approve the 2008 levy on Monday, November 12, 2007 at 6:30 PM. Motion carried unanimously.
4. Motion by Bill Landman, seconded by Don Gherig, to approve the minutes of the 142nd Annual Meeting, held on April 10, 2006, as presented. Motion carried unanimously.
5. Motion by Ken Nelson, seconded by Sharon Neitzke to approve the minutes of the November 13, 2006 Budget Hearing and Town Meeting to approve the 2007 levy as presented. Motion carried unanimously.
6. Cathy Brott went over the Treasurer’s 2006 Annual Report. Motion by Chuck Gustafson, seconded by Randy Roeck to approve the report as presented. Motion carried unanimously. Copy attached.
7. Sanitary District Commissioner Bill Landman went over the Sanitary District # 2 Annual Report. Motion by Don Gherig, seconded by Roger Roslansky to accept the report. Motion carried unanimously. Copy attached.
8. Administrator Jeff Brudos presented the 2006 Financial Audit Report. Motion by Dave Peschau seconded by Chuck Gustafson to accept the Financial Audit Report. Motion carried unanimously. Copy attached
9. Administrator Jeff Brudos and went through the Administrator’s Annual Road and Park Report. Motion by Roger Roslansky, seconded by Bill Landman, to accept the report. Motion carried unanimously. Copy attached.
10. Fire Randy Roeck gave the Fire Department’s Annual Report. He also discussed the success of the chicken Q fundraiser and the purchase of a new fire truck. Motion by Bill Landman, seconded by Roger Roslansky, to accept the report. Motion carried unanimously. Copy attached.
11. Officer Sharon Neitzke gave the Annual Police Department Report. She also discussed the new Neighborhood Watch Program and the Coulee Region Internet Child Protection Program. Motion by Blaine McDowell, seconded by Bill Knobloch, to accept the report. Motion carried unanimously. Copy attached.
12. Town Chairperson Lynnetta Kopp gave the Chairman’s Annual Report. She touched on the following:
    • Town Board and Staff Retreat
    • State Road School Annexation
    • Fire Truck purchase
    • Fire Department substation in the Town of Greenfield
    • Tri-State Ambulance @ Shelby Annex
    • Nelson property purchase & park development
    • 5-year contract with Hilltopper Refuse & Recycling
    • Recycling plastic and computers
    • 10-year Household Hazardous Waste Agreement with La Crosse County – locked in price of $1/person
    • New office staff
    • Deer population action: Goose Island deer management study, Handicap Hunter Event, deer count & relaxed Firearms Ordinance
    • Town Board changes: Storlie resignation, Kopp move to chair and Dave Holtze appointment as Supervisor
    • Long Range Land Use Plan / Moratorium on development & land splits / successful $18,000 grant
    • Development Committee and appointments
    • Breidel Coulee Park development
    • Wisconsin Towns Assn Convention in La Crosse, October 2006

    Motion by Sharon Neitze, seconded by Randy Roeck to accept the Chairperson’s report. Motion carried unanimously.

    1. Administrator Jeff Brudos went over the parameters of a proposal to sell two parcels of land on Starlite Drive with the following conditions: The purchaser would pay for the appraisals, surveys along with the appraised value of the parcels and there would be a Quit Claim Deed, not a Warranty Deed. There would be no cost to the Town. The small building used by the Wedgewood Terrace Water Trust would remain on the portion of the property the Town retains. Motion by Roger Roslansky, seconded by Bill Knobloch, to authorize the Town to sell a small parcel, approximately 2200-2600 square fee, adjacent to 2001 Starlite Drive. Motion carried with 16 ayes and 1 no. Motion by Bill Landman, seconded by Roger Roslansky to authorize the Town to sell a small parcel, approximately 1500-2000 square feet, adjacent to 2000 Starlite Drive. Motion carried. 16 ayes and 1 no.
    2. Citizen Concerns:
       • Private Gardens on Town property. Dave Peschau was disappointed the Town will no longer allow the neighbors to garden on the Starlite Drive property.
       • Creation of a Utility District to pay for Stormwater Management: Dave Peschau spoke in opposition. Don Gherig spoke in favor.
       • Road crew winter road maintenance. Both Dave Peschau and Don Gherig applauded the good job the road crew did in maintaining winter roads. Special reference to the big snow storms this year.
       • Dave Peschau requested the Board set a formal policy to ensure a board member would be "on call" in the event of a last minute meeting that would affect the Town of Shelby. Attorney Kevin Roop pointed out that a board member could speak on his or her own behalf and not on behalf of the Town Board without prior authorization on the specific topic.
       • Dave Peschau requested the town offer to put residents on an email list to receive the board meeting notice and agenda.
       • Dave Peschau requested an article in the quarterly newsletter regarding the unsightliness of multiple cars, RVs, trailers, etc. parked beside and behind homes.
    3. Motion to adjourn the 2007 Annual Meeting at 8:16 PM.

     

    Respectfully submitted,

    Cathy Brott, Clerk/Treasurer

1. Call to order at 7 PM by Chairman Kopp.

2. Introductions

3. Administrator Jeff Brudos went over changes made by the Town Board to the draft Comprehensive Plan submitted by the Planning Commission. See handout attached.

4. Public Hearing Testimony. See attached log.

5. Chairperson Kopp closed the meeting by assuring those who attended that the Board would be taking their testimony into account when making their final decision. She announced the Board would be meeting on Monday, December 17, 2007 @ 4:30 PM for discussion and possible approve of the Comprehensive Plan.

6. Motion to adjourn at 8:21 PM.

1. Call to order at 4:30 PM by Chairman Kopp

2. Pledge of Allegiance

3. Motion by Zahn/Kopp to approve the minutes of the November 1, 20 & 26, 2007 Town Board Meetings as presented. Motion carried with Knapp abstaining.

4. Motion by Knapp/Zahn to approve bills in the amount of $51,249.70. Motion carried unanimously. Copy attached.

5. Robbin Larson, W5843 Cedar Rd, spoke to the Board about the snowplow damage to his front yard. Jeff explained the need to widen out the road so there is room for additional plowed snow and town road right-of-way, but said he would talk to the crew.

6. Motion by Knapp/Zahn to approve the amendments to Ordinance 5.02 relating to Planning Commissioner terms of office. Motion carried unanimously. Copy attached.

7. Motion by Kopp/Knapp to accept the draft Fire Contract with the Town of Greenfield and send it to the town attorney for review. Motion carried unanimously.

8. Administrators Report attached.

9. Clerk Treasurer reported that the newsletter and tax bills have been mailed.

10. Supervisor John Zahn reported that the Shelby Fire Department has been awarded a $40,000 grant which was written by Asst Fire Chief Wayne Atchley.

11. Board approved staff looking into a joint Christmas Party with the Fire Department for 2008.

12. Board briefly discussed the Comprehensive Plan Public Hearing scheduled for December 10^th.

13. Motion by Zahn/Knapp to approve the renewal applications to keep a 3^rd dog for Ray Wichelt, W5802 Janisch Rd and David Houlihan/Erin Scheil, W5119 Knobloch Rd. Motion carried unanimously. Copies attached.

14. Motion by Zahn/Kopp to approve the slate of Election Inspectors as presented by the Town Clerk with the exception of Sharon Yehle, who has withdrawn. Motion carried with Knapp abstaining. Copy attached.

15. Motion by Knapp/Zahn to accept the Elections Emergency Guide and Evacuation Plan as presented by the Town Clerk. Motion carried unanimously. Copy attached.

16. Motion by Knapp/Kopp to approve up to $20,000 to remodel of the Town Hall Annex. Motion carried unanimously.

17. Board agreed to meet on Monday, December 17. 2007 @ 4:30 PM at which time they would discuss and possibly act on an ordinance approving the Comprehensive Land Use Plan.

18. Motion to adjourn at 5:25 P.M.

1. Call to order at 4:34 PM by Chairman Kopp

2. Pledge of Allegiance

3. Motion by Zahn/Kopp to approve the minutes of the October 12, 2007 Town Board Meeting as presented. Motion carried with Knapp abstaining.

4. Motion by Knapp/Zahn to approve bills in the amount of $51,970.20. Motion carried unanimously. Copy attached.

5. Board discussed proposed amendments to Ordinance 5.02, Planning Commission. No action.

6. Board discussed the Draft Comprehensive Plan. No action.

7. Motion by Kopp/Knapp to approve the request of Vivian Osornio to set up a payment plan to cover Invoice 741 for $600 @ $50 per month for 12 months. Motion carried unanimously. Copy of request attached.

8. Motion by Zahn/Knapp to approve the renewal applications to keep a 3^rd dog for Sandy Seick, W5447 Pine Bluff Rd, and Mary Offerman, N1955 Hickory Lane. Motion carried unanimously. Copy of applications attached.

9. Motion by Knapp/Zahn to approve the La Crosse County Disposal System Government Rebate Agreement. Motion carried unanimously.

10. Motion by Zahn/Knapp to approve Resolutions of Appreciation for donations from Thomas & Lynne Mikulina, and Jack Glendenning and Richard Lommen. Motion carried unanimously. Copy of resolutions attached.

11. Motion by Knapp/Zahn to approve the 2007 Budget Adjustments as presented by the Administrator. Motion carried unanimously. Copy attached.
12. Motion by Zahn/Knapp to approve the 2008 Budget as presented at the Public Hearing. Motion carried unanimously.

13. Motion by Knapp/Zahn to approve the Fire Department’s request for transfer of $383.90 From Shelby Fire Department Fund B to cover the cost of an Opticam for the new fire truck. Motion carried unanimously. Copy attached.

14. Police Officer Sharon Neitzke presented the monthly Police Report and discussed her 6 ICAC (Internet Crimes Against Children) training days completed.

15. Clerk-Treasurer reported on tax bills, dog & cat licenses and the December newsletter.

16. Administrators Report attached.

17. Motion by Kopp/Knapp @ 5:35 PM to move into closed session pursuant to Wis. Stats. Section 19.95(1)(b) to discuss employee issues with attorney. Motion carried unanimously. Board moved back into open session @ 6:09 PM.

18. Motion to adjourn at 6:10 P.M.

1. Call to order at 4:30 PM by Town Chairperson Lynnetta Kopp

2. Mary Jo Webster, La Crosse County Land Conservation Department, discussed slope development and how it relates to the State Uniform Dwelling Code.

3. County Planner Charlie Handy discussed various provisions of the Town’s Comprehensive Plan and how it relates to the County Plan. He indicated that the County Plan would limit development on slopes over 20% but not prohibit it.

4. Discussions among the Board and Committee Members relative to slope, densities, bluff corridors and other provisions of the Town’s Comprehensive Plan. They also discussed rearranging the order of some of the items that appear in the Comprehensive Plan.

5. Motion to adjourn at 6:00 P.M.

1. Call to order at 4:30 PM by Chairman Kopp

2. Pledge of Allegiance

3. Motion by Zahn/Kopp to approve the minutes of the October 22, 2007 and October 29, 2007 Town Board Meetings as presented. Motion carried.

4. Motion by Zahn/Kopp to approve bills in the amount of $91,045.77. Motion carried. Copy attached.

5. James Miller appeared before the Board and read a letter he prepared regarding the changes made to drainage pipes in Arbor Hills. Copy attached. Administrator Brudos responded that the changes were made as recommended by an engineer from Davy engineering and that the residents were notified in a letter that they could not direct runoff from their roofs into the drainage pipes. If there continues to be an erosion problem and the Town finds that residents are directing water into the pipes, he will review the issue to determine if the pipes should be removed.

6. Greg Hakemaki appeared before the board to discuss a storm water runoff problem on Red Oaks Drive. He agreed to allow the Town to dump clean fill into the ditch on his property as it becomes available to help stop the erosion.

7. Motion by Kopp/Zahn to leave the Musjgerd Heights sign in place unless additional residents ask that the sign be removed. Motion carried.

8. Motion by Zahn/Kopp to approve a resolution to enter into an agreement with the City of Onalaska and other area municipalities to develop a joint recycling mailer and to authorize the Town Chair to sign said agreement. Motion carried. Copy attached.

9. Board directed the Administrator to draft changes to Ordinance 5.02 creating staggered terms for the Planning Commissioners of 3 yrs, 2 years and 1 year.

10. Fire Chief Randy Knapp reported on the Flu Clinic conducted at the Shelby Town Hall by the Shelby Fire Department, Tri-State Ambulance and Gundersen Lutheran Medical Center. He said the Halloween Program, which is in its 3^rd year, is very popular with area children. The new fire truck is still not in production, but is expected to be built in February and 5 Firefighters took advanced training in High Angle Rescue. He reported that the King Tube, a new medical airway procedure, is in the truck and almost all fire department members have been trained in its use.

11. Chairman reported there will be a Public Hearing on the Comprehensive Long Range Land Use Plan on December 10, 2007 @ 7 PM, the moratorium on land splits will end on December 31^st and that she has received some calls regarding the Bliss Road closure.

12. Supervisor Zahn reported that Tri-State Ambulance will be moving to the former Steiger building on 28^th Street on December 1^st.and that there will be a Community CPR Class in February with a nominal fee to cover the cost of materials.

13. Clerk-Treasurer Report. Also gave a brief summary of the Towns Association La Crosse County Unit Meeting.

14. Administrators Report attached. He also reported that the Office of the Commissioner of Railroads is recommending closure of the 27^th Street crossing by October of 2008. He will respond objecting to the closure.

15. Motion to adjourn at 5:30 P.M.

1. Call to order at 10:00 AM by Chairman Kopp

2. Motion by Zahn/Knapp to accepted the Draft Comprehensive Land Use Plan as recommended by the Planning Commission. Discussion. Motion carried unanimously.

3. Board agreed to hold the Public Hearing on Monday, December 10, 2007 @ 6 PM open for viewing, 7 PM Public Hearing.

4. Board agreed to hold a joint working meeting with the Planning Commission for Tuesday, November 20, 2007 @ 4:30 PM to go over the more controversial portions of the Comprehensive Plan and to plan for the Public Hearing.

5. Motion to adjourn at 10:32 A.M.

1. Call to order at 4:30 PM by Chairman Kopp

2. Board reviewed the draft budget and made no changes to it or to the levy as proposed by the Administrator

3. Motion to adjourn at 6:45 P.M.

1. Call to order at 4:30 PM by Chairman Kopp

2. Pledge of Allegiance

3. Motion by Zahn/Knapp to approve the minutes of the October 8, 2007 Town board Meeting as presented. Motion carried unanimously.

4. Motion by Knapp/Zahn to approve bills in the amount of $69,923.35. Of that amount, $21,984 is for the squad car totaled by a deer and is reimbursable except for the $3000 deductible. Motion carried unanimously. Copy attached.

5. Stan Jorgens appeared before the board to ask for removal of the subdivision sign recently place at the intersection of Hillcrest Dr & City View Ln saying it is confusing and unnecessary.

6. Jim & Barbara Miller appeared before the Board in regard to the drainage pipes in Arbor Hills. They were told the rep rap would be removed and the pipes pulled back and modified as recommended by an engineer from Davy engineering to distribute run-off in a more natural pattern.

7. Board briefly discussed the closure of Bliss Road, FEMA’s viewing and costs to repair.

8. Dawn Hunt of Project Recovery was directed to La Crosse County Zoning for answers to her questions re buy-out of properties damaged in the Aug. 18/19 flood.

9. Motion by Zahn/Knapp to approve the application of Nathaniel and Cassandra Johnson, N975 Skemp Rd., to rezone .2 acres adjacent to their current lot from Exclusive Ag to Ag A, so they can build a larger garage, with the stipulation that the garage be for personal use only. Motion carried. Copy attached.

10. Motion by Zahn/Knapp to approve a rresolution ending the State of Emergency. Motion carried unanimously.

11. Motion by Knapp/Zahn to designate the La Crosse County Zoning and Land Information Office to conduct the 2010 Decennial Census Local Update of Census Addresses (LUCA) for the Town of Shelby. Motion carried unanimously.

12. Motion by Knapp/Zahn to approve the reappointment of Donald Frank, Loren Anderson & David Koudelka to the Planning commission. Motion carried unanimously.

13. Motion by Knapp/Zahn to approve the appointment of Rosemary Peaslee, 4041 Terrace Drive, as an election inspector. Motion carried unanimously.

14. Motin by Zahn/Knapp to approve the proposed 2008 non-union wages as amended. Note that the Fire Chief’s salary will be reviewed in 6 months for a possible adjustment. Motion carried. Copy attached.

15. Board agreed to hold a Special 2-hour Budget Workshop meeting for Monday, October 29, 2007 @ 4:30 PM.

16. Clerk directed to prepare a resolution asking Feeral Legislators to oppose H>R>811. Copy attached.

17. Administrator’s Report. Copy attached.

18. Chairperson Kopp discussed the Land Use Plan Public Hearing.

19. Supervisor John Zahn announced a Tri-State Ambulance/Shelby Fire Department Flu Clinic that will be held at the Shelby Town Hall on Saturday, November 10^th from 9 AM to Noon, and suggested that a questionnaire be developed for firefighters and first responders to anonymously respond to concerns re the department with a follow-up meeting with them to discuss the results of the questionnaire.

20. Supervisor Knapp said he had been approached about replacing the tennis court in Arbor Hills with a dog park.

21. Motion by Kopp/Knapp to move into closed session pursuant to WI Statutes Section 19.85(1)(c) to hold Administrator and Clerk/Treasurer performance evaluations. Motion carried unanimously. Board returned to open session at 6:42 PM.

22. Motion to adjourn at 6:45 PM

1. Call to order at 4:30 PM by Chairman Kopp

2. Pledge of Allegiance

3. Motion by Knapp/Zahn to approve the minutes of the September 24, 2007 Town Board Meeting as presented. Motion carried unanimously.

4. Motion by Knapp/Zahn to approve bills in the amount of $138,559.82. Motion carried unanimously. Copy attached.

5. Barbara Miller, W5679 Co Rd F, read aloud a letter she wrote regarding the installation of drainage pipes by the Town of Shelby that discharge onto her property. Copy of letter attached.

6. Carrie Apian asked the Board’s assurance that they would approve a land split when the moratorium is over so she could begin land preparation prior to building a home on property given to her by her grandmother. No action.

7. Motion by Zahn/Kopp to approve an illegal tax-write off of $2,911.22 assessor error on 2005 Omitted Property. Motion carried with Knapp abstaining.

8. Motion by Zahn/Knapp to authorize Administrator Brudos to complete a survey sent by the Wisconsin Towns Association. Motion carried unanimously.

9. Board reviewed and made some minor cosmetic changes to Ordinance 2.12, Licensing and Regulation of Community Antenna Television Systems.

10. Fire Chief Randy Roeck gave the September Fire Department Report and announced that the City of La Crosse Fire Department is going to commend members of their Fire Department and Shelby’s Fire Department on Thursday, October 11^th @ 6 PM for the Swift Water Rescue of a family during the August 18/19 flood.

11. Board reviewed Ordinance 2.12, Boating Regulations, and asked the Administrator to check statutory references and update if necessary.

12. Board discussed Emergency Operations Measures and asked the Administrator to review the Town’s Emergency Plan to determine if any updates are necessary and to plan for NIMS Training for the Board and Office Staff.

13. Administrator’s Report. Copy attached.

14. Clerk told the Board that work has begun on the 2008 Budget, Treasurer’s Sept. Report submitted.

15. Chairperson noted upcoming Open Meeting forum with WI AG on Oct 10^th, upcoming flood debriefing which Jeff and Andy will attend.

16. Board discussed and approved a plaque for office staff, FD and road crew noting their efforts during and following the Aug 18/19 flood and approved agenda items for the Oct 22^nd Board Meeting.

17. Motion to adjourn at 6:36 P.M.

1. Call to order at 4:30 PM by Chairman Kopp

2. Pledge of Allegiance

3. Motion by Knapp/Zahn to approve the minutes of the September 11, 2007 Town Board Meeting as presented. Motion carried unanimously.

4. Motion by Zahn/Knapp to approve bills in the amount of $93,197.27. Motion carried unanimously. Copy attached.

5. Tom Schmitt, N330 Vanity Drive, addressed the Board re his concern that the town website had no information regarding flood disaster. He feels the Town needs to improve its Internet presence and asked them to consider revamping. Printed materials attached.

6. Motion by Kopp/Knapp to approve the Developers Agreement for Battlestone Ridge Condominium Village. Motion carried unanimously. Copy attached.

7. Motion by Knapp/Zahn to have the Town of Shelby become a member of the La Crosse Area Development Corporation (LADCO). Motion carried unanimously. Information attached.

8. Board discussed the closure of Bliss Road in the City of La Crosse, which affects residents of the Town of Shelby in Arbor Hills, Arbor Meadows and along CTH F. Administrator Brudos will be contacting the City Street Department for more information.

9. Motion by Zahn/Knapp to continue to use Department of Corrections inmates from the Black River Falls Facility as long as they are available. Motion carried unanimously.

10. Motion by Zahn, Kopp to approve a performance bonus to employees for efforts above and beyond their normal job duties during and following the August 18/19 flood in amounts recommended by the Town Chair. Discussion. Zahn agreed to a friendly amendment made my Knapp to increase amounts by 10%. Motion by Zahn/Kopp to approve performance bonuses 10% greater than recommended. Motion carried anonymously. Copy of recommendation attached.

11. Motion by Zahn/Knapp to go into closed session @ 5:25 PM pursuant to Wisconsin Statutes Section 19.85(h) to confer with legal counsel re conflict of interest. Roll Call: Zahn voted aye. Kopp voted aye. Knapp voted aye. Motion carried. Board returned to open session @ 5:57 PM.

12. Administrator reported on progress of clean up from flood and process of applying for disaster assistance.

13. Clerk reminded the Board that they would be working on the 2008 Budget during October in preparation for the Budget Hearing on November 12^th.

14. Chairperson reported on FEMA meeting and progress of the Town’s Comprehensive Plan.

15. Police Report for August and written request for development of a policy to deal with money or items turned in to the Police Department but never collected attached.

16. Motion to adjourn at 6:36 P.M.

1. Call to order at 4:30 PM by Chairman Kopp. Moment of silence in remembrance of the anniversary of 9/11.

2. Pledge of Allegiance

3. Motion by Zahn/Knap to approve the minutes of the August 28, 2007 Town Board Meeting as corrected. Motion carried unanimously.

4. Motion by Zahn/Knapp to approve bills in the amount of $117,556.29. Motion carried unanimously. Copy attached.

5. Jerry Jansky, N1828 Mesa Road, addressed the Board re his concerns with a water drainage problem on Mesa Road.

6. John Petri, N156 Johnson Road, addressed the Board re questions on the Manske request for a conditional use permit and to report damage to Johnson road by Manske trucks.

7. Richard Raab, N1658 Hagen Road, addressed the board re water drainage, diversion of stormwater and tree down on stub of Paris Angel Drive.

8. Board expressed its appreciation to FEMA & SBA for their quick response after the August 18/19 flood.

9. Les Manske, W4845 Chipmunk Road North, appeared to discuss his application for a conditional use permit to remove black dirt. He said damage to Johnson Road was not related to removal of black dirt. Motion by Zahn/Knapp to support his application for a conditional use permit. Motion carried unanimously.

10. Motion by Zahn/Knapp to recommend approval of the application of Jeff Lonkosky, W5225 Chipmunk Road North, for a variance to add a garage that will lie within the required set back from Chipmunk Road North. Motion carried unanimously.

11. Chairperson Kopp distributed a draft Developers Agreement for the Board to review and discussed the upcoming Oktoberfest in the Capitol on October 24^th. She also reported on the National Association of Town and Townships convention in Washington DC.

12. Motion to adjourn at 6:00 P.M.

1. Call to order at 4:30 PM by Chairman Kopp.

2. Pledge of Allegiance

3. Motion by Knapp/Zahn to approve the minutes of the August 13, 2007 Town Board Meeting as amended. Motion carried unanimously.

4. Motion by Zahn/Knapp to approve bills in the amount of $228,894.29. Motion carried unanimously. Copy attached.

5. Les Manske did not appear to discuss his application for a conditional use permit. No discussion or action taken.

6. Motion by Knapp/Zahn to approve a policy for accepting land for public use as amended. Motion carried unanimously. Copy attached.

7. Motion by Knapp/Zahn to adopt Ordinance 2.28 regulating the use of Neighborhood Electric Vehicles (NEVs). Motion carried unanimously. Copy attached.

8. Motion by Zahn/Knapp to donate an amount not to exceed $300 toward the annual road crew golf outing. Motion carried unanimously.

9. Officer Sharon Neitzke gave the August Police Report. And Fire Chief Randy Roeck gave the Fire Department Report.

10. Chairperson Kopp gave a status of the flood recovery and status of the Long Range Plan which is expected to be completed by the end of October and ready for Board approval.

11. Clerk Cathy Brott updated the Board on personnel changes and flood related activities. Copy of report attached.

12. Motion to adjourn at 6:45 P.M.

1. Call to order at 4:34 PM by Chairman Kopp.

2. Pledge of Allegiance

3. Motion by Zahn//Kopp to appoint Kathleen Kistner to the Board of Review. Motion carried.

4. Motion by Zahn/Knapp to approve the Board of Adjustment application of John Wettstein, 2311 Hiawatha Ave, to construct a garage addition that extends beyond the allowed side-yard setback. Motion carried unanimously.

5. Motion by Knapp/Zahn to approve the application of Jeff & Diana Springer, W5465 Horseshoe Place, for a Special Exception Permit to construct an all-weather personal horseback riding arena within 300 feet of a creek. Motion carried unanimously.

6. Motion by Zahn/Knapp to approve the minutes of the July 23, 2007 Town Board Meeting as presented. Motion carried unanimously.

   *Note that the Town Board Meeting was interrupted to open the 2007 Board of Review at 4:45 PM. The Town Board Meeting resumed at 5:11 PM.

7. Motion by Zahn/Knapp to approve bills in the amount of $108,895.63. Motion carried unanimously. Copy attached.

8. Barbara Miller appeared before the Board in regard to a water diversion onto her property. Motion by Kopp/Zahn to authorize Administrator Brudos to negotiate a settlement with Ms. Miller to gain a water easement to the affected property. Motion carried unanimously. Copy of statement read by Ms. Miller attached. She further stated that she is not interested in a monetary settlement, but wants an access road easement from Briarwood Avenue through Arbor Hills park to her property. This issue will be put on the agenda for the 1^st Board Meeting in October and Ms Miller will be notified.

9. Board discussed amending a policy for accepting land for public use. No action taken.

10. Board discussed but took no action re regulating the use of Neighborhood Electric Vehicles (NEVs). Issue will be placed on the September 28^th Board Meeting agenda.

11. Administrator Brudos reported on the condition of the Town Hall Annex/Fire Station. Of immediate concern are the lintels on the 3 overhead doors. Repair of these is a budgeted item and will be done as soon as possible. Otherwise there are no major problems. A variety of upgrades and cosmetic interior adjustments due to age are possible. Cost would depend on the extent of renovations.

12. Motion by Knapp/Zahn to keep the 27^th Street Railroad crossing open for the immediate future, but not to expend any money for that purpose without further evaluation. Motion carried unanimously.

13. Motion by Zahn/Knapp to approve spending up to $1500 from SFD Fund B for the purpose of a Shelby Fire Department 50^th Anniversary Celebration. Motion carried unanimously.

14. Motion by Knapp/Zahn to approve a resolution accepting 2/3 ownership of a 3.61-acre parcel of land from Glendennings and Lommens that is located between Old Vineyard Road and the parcel of land donated by them 2 years ago. Motion carried unanimously. Board will negotiate with Engelharts, who own the third share, to purchase their share or partition the 3.61 acres into 2 separate lots, 1.4 & 2.4 acres in size.

15. Motion by Knapp/Zahn to table the request of Karrie Apuan for an exception to the land split moratorium to the October 8^th Town Board Meeting. She and her family want to accept the gift of a 2-3 acre parcel on the family farm from her grandmother, Elizabeth Herold, and build a home. Motion carried unanimously.

16. Fire Chief Randy Roeck presented details of the proposed 50^th Anniversary Celebration and gave Fire Dept Report. Copy attached.

    *Note that the Town Board Meeting was interrupted at 6:45 PM to Adjourn the 2007 Board of Review.

17. Jeff Brudos gave the Administrator’s Report. Copy attached.

18. Motion to adjourn at 7:16 P.M.

TOWN OF SHELBY BOARD MEETING MINUTES

1. Call to order at 4:34 PM by Chairman Kopp

2. Pledge of Allegiance

3. Motion by Zahn/Knapp to approve the minutes of the July 9, 2007 Town Board Meeting as presented. Motion carried with Zahn abstaining.

4. Motion by Zahn/Knapp to approve bills in the amount of $86,224.16. Motion carried unanimously. Copy attached.

5. Motion by Zahn/Knapp to support the request of Linda Johnson to rezone parcel 11-1249-0 from Ag A to residential. Motion carried unanimously.

6. Motion by Zahn/Knapp to allow an exception to the moratorium on land splits and allow the residences at N1616 and N1608 Hagen Road, which are currently on one lot, to be split into two lots of about the same size so the owner can sell them. Motion carried unanimously. Map attached.

7. Barbara Miller appeared before the Board in regard to a water diversion onto her property done by the Town Road Crew without her permission and seeking compensation. Board requested this item be placed on the August 13^th Board Meeting Agenda for discussion and possible action.

8. Rick Magnusson appeared before the Board with a petition of property owners to ask permission to continue to use slow speed turtle figures on East Burr Oak Street to slow down traffic. Advised by Police Officer Neitzke that it is illegal to place objects in the road. Board asked Administrator Brudos to work with the group to see if a compromise can be worked out.

9. John Wettstein appeared before the Board to ask them to support his application for a Board of Adjustment exception to construct a garage addition to his home @2311 Hiawatha Ave that extends beyond the allowed setbacks. Board asked the item to be placed on the August 13^th Board Meeting Agenda for discussion & possible action.

10. Administrator asked that discussion and possible action re a policy on accepting donated land be deferred to the August 13^th Board Meeting Agenda.

11. Board discussed but took no action re regulating the use of Neighborhood Electric Vehicles (NEVs).

12. Board discussed but took no action re remodeling/replacing the Town Hall Annex/Fire Station.

13. Motion by Zahn/Knapp to reappoint Bob Berndt as Crossing Guard at the Hwy 33/Hagen Road intersection for the 2007-8 school year. Motion carried unanimously.

14. Officer Sharon Neitzke gave the June and July Police Reports. Copies attached.

15. Board reviewed Ordinance 2.10, Curfews and made one minor change.

16. Board reviewed Ordinance 2.11, Barb Wire Fences and asked Administrator Brudos to research and come back with suggestions for change.

17. Jeff Brudos gave the Administrator’s Report. Copy attached.

18. Clerk Brott reported graduating from the UW-Green Bay’s Clerk’s Completion program and reminded them of the Open Book on July 24^th.

19. Motion to adjourn at 6:47 P.M.

1. Call to order at 4:30 PM by Chairman Kopp

2. Pledge of Allegiance

3. Motion by Knapp/Kopp to approve the minutes of the June 25, 2007 Town Board Meeting as presented. Motion Carried.

4. Motion Kopp/Knapp to approve bills in the amount of $59,174.59. Motion Carried. Copy attached.

5. Motion Knapp/Kopp to send Jeff Brudos to WI public hearing at La Crosse City Hall July 24, 2007 at 6:30 PM. Administrator Brudos will be the Town’s advocate to keep the 27^th Street railroad crossing open without horns in the most cost efficient/fiscally responsible manner for the Town of Shelby residents. Motion Carried.

6. Motion Knapp/Kopp to approve the draft contract and fee structure concept for the Shelby fire station in Greenfield. Administrator Brudos to contact the Greenfield committee to make detailed changes to contract. Motion carried.

7. Motion Kopp/Knapp to refund Ralph Wettstein for 2003 property taxes as the property was classified incorrectly. Amount to be calculated by the town clerk/treasurer. Motion carried.

8. Board discussed Emergency Medical Dispatch. It was decided that the issue be tabled until further research could be done by the Board.

9. Motion Knapp/Kopp to fund Chairperson Kopp as delegate to Washington D.C. to the National Towns Association Convention expenditure not to exceed $1,500. Motion Carried.

10. Motion Knapp/Kopp to replace Officer Neitzke with Officer Horton as alternate delegate to Joint Municipal Court. Motion carried.

11. Discussion to make changes to Ordinance 2.09

12. Jeff Brudos gave the Administrator’s Report. Copy attached.

13. Motion to adjourn at 6:30 P.M.

TOWN OFFICIALS EXCUSED:

1. Call to order at 4:30 PM by Chairman Kopp

2. Pledge of Allegiance

3. Motion by Kopp/Zahn to approve the minutes of the June 12, 2007 Town Board Meeting as presented. Motion carried.

4. Fire Chief Randy Roeck discussed: 1. A Shelby Fire Department request to purchase a Laerdal Airway Trainer, 2. A major house fire on Continental Lane where the Stoddard Fire Department assisted, 3. An upcoming meeting with the Town of Greenfield, and 4. The rental agreement with Tri-State Ambulance. Motion by Knapp/Kopp to approve transfer of funds in the amount of $1,422.89 for the purchase of the Airway Trainer. Motion carried unanimously. Written request attached.

5. Motion by Kopp/Knapp to support a Conditional Use Permit for Trinity United Church of Christ for the former Day Care Center building for the following activities: 1. Thrift Store / Food Pantry, 2. Life Coaching, and 3. Community Center for family reunions, picnics or gatherings. Motion carried unanimously. Information attached.

6. Motion by Zahn/Kopp to approve bills in the amount of $124,294.95. Motion carried. Copy attached.

7. Motion by Zahn/Knapp to approve the request of Paul Kunert to rezone an existing home from Exclusive Ag to Ag A so Mr. Kunert can sell it to a non-relative of the farm owner. Motion carried unanimously.

8. Board discussed the 27^th Street Railroad crossing options: Close the intersection, bring it up to new standards at an estimated cost of $250,000 or take no action which will result in train whistle blowing to alert motorists and/or pedestrians of a train approaching. Board agreed to hold s public meeting in conjunction with the July 9^th Board Meeting to solicit public input.

9. Police Officer Sharon Neitzke gave a brief summary of May activity. She reported repeated trouble with two juveniles and computer updates and concerns.

10. Board reviewed Ordinance 2.07, Prohibiting Encroachment Upon Roads, Streets, Alleyways & Easements, and made a few technical changes.

11. Board reviewed Ordinance 2.08, Construction or Opening of Driveway or Roadway, and agreed to incorporate an attached Policy into the Ordinance.

12. Board agreed to postpone work on Ordinance 2.09 until the July 9^th Meeting.

13. Jeff Brudos gave the Administrator’s Report. Copy attached.

14. Clerk Brott reported receipt of a letter from Ralph Wettstein requesting reimbursement of property taxes from 2003 due to assessor error. His request will be placed on the July 9^th agenda.

15. Supervisor Zahn asked that the Town reassure Tri-State Ambulance that they are welcome to continue to use the Annex. Chairman reported that she and Administrator Brudos are meeting with Tri-State tomorrow to discuss continuation of the rental agreement. Zahn also asked for figures on the cost to repair/replace the existing Fire Station/Annex.

16. Chairperson Kopp requested the Town take a position in support of Tri-State Ambulance as the area-wide emergency service provider at the July 9^th meeting.

17. Supervisor Knapp requested the Board consider a policy governing the use of low-speed electric vehicles on town roads.

18. Motion to adjourn at 5:50 PM.

TOWN OFFICIALS EXCUSED: Supervisor Randy Knapp

1. Call to order at 4:30 PM by Chairman Kopp

2. Pledge of Allegiance

3. Motion by Zahn/Kopp to approve the minutes of the May 29, 2007 Town Board Meeting as presented. Motion carried.

4. Motion by Zahn/Kopp to approve bills in the amount of $126,258.86. Motion carried. Copy attached.

5. Paul Kunert & his attorney, David Sparer appeared to ask for permission to rezone an existing home from Exclusive Ag to Ag A so Mr. Kunert can sell it. Request will be put on the June 25^th Board Meeting Agenda for action.

6. Board reviewed Ordinance 2.05, Discharge of Weapons, and asked that it be modified to make it gender-neutral.

7. Board reviewed Ordinance 2.06, Crossing Guard, and asked Administrator Brudos to research the need and authority for this ordinance.

8. Board discussed Partnering with Tri-State Ambulance on construction of a new fire station and agreed to continue to keep the issue open, looking into a variety of issues including cost/benefit of new vs. repair of existing, financing and the long-term needs of the fire department’s service area. Copy of issues to consider, submitted by Supervisor Zahn, attached.

9. Motion by Zahn/Kopp to approve Class B Beer and Liquor Licenses to the following: Cletus Servais for Shorty’s Bar & Grill, Todd Schini for Mt. La Crosse, David Servais for Irish Hill Golf Course, GMC Corp for All Star Lanes and Banquet Hall and Dave Marquart for Charlie’s Inn. Motion carried.

10. Motion by Kopp/Zahn to approve a Class B Beer and Liquor License to Jim Pickett for The Alpine Inn on the condition that his delinquent personal property taxes are paid. Motion carried.

11. Motion by Zahn/Kopp to approve a Class B Beer License to Nancy Ida Christensen for Goose Island Campground and County Store. Motion carried.

12. Motion by Kopp/Zahn to adopt the Public Notice Policy which, on the advice of legal counsel and the Wisconsin Town’s Association, states the Town will not provide individuals notice of meetings with the exception of residents of Battlestone Condominium Development in regard to the extension of Battlestone Station Road as previously agreed upon. Motion carried. Copy attached.

13. Jeff Brudos gave the Administrator’s Report. Copy attached. *Note: date changed to July 24^th from 11 AM to 4 PM for Open Book.

14. Chairperson reported on the Planning Commission and Development Committee Meetings, Long Range Plan and Greenfield Fire sub-Station proposal.

15. Motion to adjourn at 5:30 PM.

TOWN OFFICIALS EXCUSED:

1. Call to order at 4:32 PM by Chairman Kopp

2. Pledge of Allegiance

3. Motion by Knapp/Zahn to approve the minutes of the May 14, 2007 Town Board Meeting as presented. Motion carried unanimously.

4. Motion by Zahn/Knapp to approve bills in the amount of $42,084.46. Motion carried unanimously. Copy attached.

5. Julie Boardman W4931 Battlestone Station Road was concerned that residents of the Battlestone Condo Development hadn’t been notified of the meeting’s agenda item re the Developer’s Agreement. Bill Knobloch asked if the discussion with town attorney had anything to do with extending Battlestone Station Road to Hwy 33. He was assured by the Chairperson that the road and the Developer’s Areement were two separate issues and the Board was not discussing the road, just the Developer’s Agreement, with the town attorney.

6. David Schumacher told the Board he hoped to build one or two handicap accessible picnic tables to be placed in Shelby parks for an Eagle Scout Project. He would provide labor and materials and the Town could place them in any park. He expects the project to be complete by the end of July. Motion by Knapp/Zahn to accept his proposal. Motion carried unanimously.

7. Ron Oleson discussed the City of La Crosse’s decision to close 3 railroad crossings within the city and told the Board the Town will have to either close the 27^th Street crossing or install the required safety mechanism, otherwise the engineers will blow have to blow a whistle which is very annoying. He said the Board should consider attending the public hearing that will be conducted by the Wisconsin Railroad Commissioner’s Office. There are funds available to offset the cost of closing a railroad crossing, which costs about $45,000. 90% will be paid by the railroad and 10% is the town’s responsibility. The WI DOT will offer a $7000 grant for each intersection to cover the municipality’s share. Any funds over the actual cost must be used on safety.

8. Motion by Zahn/Knapp to support the application for a Conditional Use Permit by the Potato King, Inc. N1078 Justin Rd (Keith Herlitzke) to remove 2200 to 2500 cubic yards of dirt for commercial expansion. Motion carried unanimously. Copy attached.

9. Motion by Kopp/Zahn @ 5:10 PM to move into closed session pursuant to WI Stat. Section 19.85(1)(9) to review the status of the Battlestone Ridge Developer’s Agreement and to discuss possible litigation with the town attorney. Motion carried unanimously. On a motion by Kopp/Zahn to return to open session @ 5:56 PM. Motion carried unanimously.

10. Motion by Zahn/Knapp to accept the Administrator’s recommendation and increase the cost of fire suppression to $600 for the 1^st hour and $500 each hour after the first, broken down into ¼ hour segments. Motion carried unanimously. Copy attached.

11. Motion by Knapp/Zahn to approve Resolution #2007-7 re the Local Property Insurance Fund. Motion carried unanimously. Copy attached.

12. Fire Chief Randy Roeck reported that the Fire Department is pre-planning routes on a regular basis to deal with the reconstruction of Hwy 33.

13. Police Officer Sharon Neitzke gave the Police Report.

14. Board reviewed and updated Ordinance 2.03, Traffic Control Ordinance on a motion by Knapp/Zahn. Motion carried unanimously. *

15. Board reviewed and updated Ordinance 2.04, Parking Ordinance on a motion by Zahn/Knapp. Motion carried unanimously. *

16. Board set Open Book for July 9, 2007 from 11 AM to 4 PM and Board of Review for August 13, 2007 from 4:30 to 6:30 PM.

17. Jeff Brudos gave the Administrator’s Report. Copy attached.

18. Motion to adjourn at 6:53 PM.

TOWN OFFICIALS EXCUSED:

1. Call to order at 4:30 PM by Chairman Kopp

2. Pledge of Allegiance

3. Motion by Zahn/Knapp to approve the minutes of the April 23, 2007 Town Board Meeting as presented. Motion carried unanimously.

4. Motion by Zahn/Knapp to approve bills in the amount of $65,219.64. Motion carried unanimously. Copy attached.

5. Motion by Zahn/Knapp to take no action on the Board of Adjustment appeal #2007-05 of Paul & Suzanne Weibel, N2121 CTH F, to construct a 12-ft X 28-ft addition to a detached accessory building which will further exceed the 1000 square ft area limit for buildings on this lot.Motion carried unanimously.

6. Board heard from Dale Oestreich, WI DOT, that the Department’s official position is to not allow two access points to Hwy 33 from the Knobloch Rd, Boulder Court, Battlestone Station Road area, but they are willing to work with the town to locate a proposed extension to Battlestone Station Rd. Board also heard from residents of the area and attorney for the Battlestone Condo receivers, Brent Smith, that they are opposed to extending Battlestone Station Road to Hwy 33. Chairperson Kopp explained that the Board had no intention of closing the Knobloch Rd intersection and would only extend Battlestone Station Road if the DOT gave permission for 2 access points. The purpose of the 2^nd access point is to give residents a safer alternative to get in and out during inclement weather. Normal traffic on Battlestone Station Road should not increase. Representative Mike Huebsch and Senator Dan Kapanke were in attendance to listen to the discussion at the request of the Board. Motion by Kopp/ Zahn to work through legislators to convince the DOT to allow two access points to the Knobloch Rd, Boulder Court, Battlestone Station Rd area. Motion carried with Kopp & Zahn voting aye and Knapp voting nay.

7. Matt Zavadsky of Tri-State Ambulance told the Board that Tri-State would be interested in discussing the construction of a joint facility to serve both ambulance and fire department needs sometime in the future. He cited similar public/private joint ventures in Florida that have proved successful. He also discussed new EMD (Emergency Medical Dispatch), which has 2 basic components. 1. Provide medical instruction to callers before 1^st Responders arrive, and 2. Provide appropriate designation of who should respond to a call.

8. Administrator Jeff Brudos discussed the Deer Survey done in February after the heavy snows which showed the population of deer significantly over what the DNR considers the recommended number per square mile. He also discussed the Goose Island deer, which are underweight and plagued with parasites, but there was no indication of CWD among those tested after the December handicap hunt. No action on possible remedies. Copy of reports attached.

9. Motion by Knapp/Zahn to accept the bid from Brown & Brown Insurance to provide coverage for 2007-2008. Motion carried unanimously.

10. Board reviewed ordinances:

• Ordinance 1.01 Ordinance to Codify: no changes
• Ordinance 2.01 Open Burning Ordinance: Section IV, Administrator will be bringing in recommended updates on charges.
• Ordinance 2.02 Powers of the Fire Chief and Recovery of Costs Associated with Firefighting: make the language gender-neutral, Section E, Administrator will review costs and bring in recommendations for any necessary changes.

1. Dave Peschau asked the Board to consider two new ordinances. One which would address the storage of boats, trailers and RVs in yards, and the other which would address rental property where there are multiple, unrelated individuals. County Board Representative Tara Johnson recommended the Town contact Chad @ La Crosse Co Zoning who may be able to assist with these issues under the County Ordinances.

2. Administrator’s Report. Copy attached.

3. Chairperson’s Report: Development Committee met 5/8 for the first time. La Crosse Area Planning Commission meets 5/17. North/South Corridor will be on the agenda. La Crosse Co Towns Assn Meeting 5/24. County Collaboration Meeting 5/17.

4. Board set next meeting for Tuesday, May 29^th @ 4:30 PM.

5. Fire Chief Randy Roeck announced that Tony Holinka is the new 2^nd Medical Officer.

6. Motion to adjourn at 6:15 PM.

TOWN OFFICIALS EXCUSED:

1. Call to order at 4:30 PM by Chairman Kopp

2. Pledge of Allegiance

3. Motion by Zahn/Knapp to approve the minutes of the April 6, 2007 Town Board Meeting as presented. Motion carried unanimously.

4. Motion by Zahn/Knapp to approve bills in the amount of $49,389.57. Motion carried unanimously. Copy attached.

5. Jeremy & Janet Torkelson, N1437 Timber Valley Rd, told the Board they applied for a County variance to put an addition on their existing garage that would extend 4 feet over the required set-back. Motion by Zahn/Knapp to recommend approval. Motion carried unanimously.

6. Motion by Knapp/Zahn to support the curb vs. post option at the railroad crossing on Ward Ave. Motion carried unanimously. Discussion but no action on the proposal to close the 27^th Street railroad crossing. Board wants to discuss it with Guardian Products before taking action.

7. Motion by Zahn/Knapp to close the office @ 4 PM from May 1^st through October 31^st. Motion carried unanimously.

8. Motion by Zahn/Knapp to approve the acquisition of property located at the intersection of State Hwy 33 and Wedgewood Dr from the La Crosse County Treasurer provided there is no cost to the town. Motion carried unanimously.

9. Motion by Zahn/Knapp to approve a 3-year contract for fire protection with the Town of Medary. Motion carried unanimously. Copy attached.

10. Administrator’s Report. Copy attached.

11. Chairman’s Report: Board will begin reviewing town ordinances at the May 7^th Board Meeting, all 3 Board members will attend the Collaboration Conference, Organizational Meeting of the Development Committee will be the between May 2^nd & 10^th.

12. Supervisor Zahn reported that Matt Zavadsky of Tri-State Ambulance Service would like to be on the agenda to speak at the next Board Meeting

13. Supervisor Knapp reported meeting with Mike Furr on Co Rd MM regarding property assessment.

14. Police Officer Sharon Neitzke gave the March Police Report and discussed purchase of a new computer.

15. Fire Chief Randy Roeck reported that 8 new firefighters have joined the Fire Department, 4 from Shelby and 4 from Greenfield.

16. Motion to adjourn at 5:38 PM.

TOWN OFFICIALS EXCUSED:

* Town Board Members elected on 4/3/07 were sworn into office before the meeting started.

1. Call to order at 4:34 PM by Chairman Kopp

2. Motion by Holtze/Zahn to approve the minutes of the March 26, 2007 Town Board Meeting as presented. Motion carried unanimously.

3. Motion by Zahn/Holtze to approve bills in the amount of $67,395.12. Motion carried unanimously. Copy attached.

4. Board discussed a request to purchase town-owned land on Starlite Drive. Motion by Holtze/Zahn that the Board goes on record in support of selling the two small parcels adjacent to 4001 & 4000 Starlite Drive. Motion carried unanimously.

5. Motion by Zahn/Holtze not to allow private parties to have gardens on land owned by the Town of Shelby on Starlite Drive due to neighbors’ complaints. Motion carried unanimously.

6. Motion by Kopp/Zahn to send a letter to State Sen. Dan Kapanke, Reps. Mike Huebsch and Jennifer Shilling, and Governor Jim Doyle opposing the Cable TV Bill, which would take away local control and eliminate local franchise fees with no offsetting compensation. Motion carried unanimously.

7. Administrator Jeff Brudos went over the site plan for Nelson Park. He told the Board that Tom and Lynne Mikulina have offered to donate up to $5000 for a gazebo and walkway. Motion by Zahn/Holtze to accept their generous offer. Motion carried unanimously.

8. Motion by Zahn/Holtze to appoint newly elected Town Board Supervisor Randy Knapp as the Town Board representative on the Development Committee. Motion carried unanimously.

9. Motion by Zahn/Holtze to approve the new application of Larry Gloede, N2080 Irish Ct, to keep a 3^rd dog until the end of summer. Motion carried unanimously.

10. Administrators report. Copy attached.

11. Chairperson Kopp thanked Dave Holtze for accepting a mid-term appointment to the Board and for his service over the past months, and then welcomed Randy Knapp as the new Town Board Supervisor.

12. Clerk asked to add the Pledge of Allegiance to the Meeting Agenda.

13. Motion to adjourn at 5:12 PM.

TOWN OFFICIALS EXCUSED: Clerk/Treasurer Cathy Brott

1. Call to order at 4:30 PM by Chairman Kopp

2. Motion by Zahn/Holtze to approve the minutes of the March 9, 2007 Town Board Meeting as corrected. Motion carried unanimously.

3. Motion by Holtze/Zahn to approve bills in the amount of $61,179.53. Motion carried unanimously. Copy attached.

4. Motion by Hotze/Zahn to approve the three-year contract for assessment services with Associated Appraisal Consultants of Appleton, WI. Motion carried unanimously.

5. Motion by Zahn/Holtze to approve the applications of Nancy Ida Christenson, Goose Island Campground and General Store, for a Class B Beer License, Soda Water Beverage License, Cigarette License and Cabaret License. Motion carried unanimously.

6. Steve Heiser appeared before the Board representing Ron Dietrich, 4001 Starlite Drive. Heiser indicated that he is purchasing this property and would like to also purchase some land owned by the Town of Shelby and located just west of 4001 Starlite Drive. He also raised an objection to allowing private citizens to garden on public land. The Town also received a letter from Gary Beier, 4000 Starlite Drive, who would also like to purchase a part of the land. Board members agreed to view the site and post for discussion and possible action at the next Board Meeting.

7. Motion by Holtze/Zahn to approve Resolution 2007-6 supporting the current status of having both a County and City Harbor Commission. Motion carried unanimously. Copy attached.

8. Motion by Kopp/Zahn to appoint Jerry Miller, Roger Roslansky, Al Lorenz and Bill Landman to the Development Committee. Motion carried unanimously.

9. Motion by Zahn/Holtze to approve the new application from Linda Westphal, N1409 Timber Valley Road to keep a 3^rd dog, and the application from Erin Shein, W5119 Knobloch Road, to keep a 3^rd and 4^th dogs. Motion carried unanimously.

10. Motion by Zahn/Holtze to approve the following ordinances requested by the Shelby Police Department and carried unanimously:

• Ordinance No. 2.22 – Damage to Property
• Ordinance No. 2.23 – Resisting or Obstructing an Officer
• Ordinance No. 2.24 – Disorderly Conduct Ordinance
• Ordinance No. 2.25 – Possession of Drug Paraphernalia
• Ordinance No. 2.26 – Possession of Marijuana
• Ordinance No. 2.27 – Unlawful Use of a Telephone

1. Administrator Jeff Brudos gave the Administrator’s Report. Copy attached.

2. Police Officer Sharon Neitzke reported on the training she attended on Internet Crimes Against Children and other matters related to the Police Department.

3. Fire Chief Randy Roeck discussed issues related to the Fire Department regarding the Chicken Q and membership.

4. Motion to adjourn at 5:45 PM.

TOWN OFFICIALS EXCUSED:

1. Call to order at 2:00 PM by Chairman Kopp

2. Motion by Holtze/Zahn to approve the minutes of the February 26, 2007 Town Board Meeting. Motion carried unanimously.

3. Motion by Zahn/Holtze to approve bills in the amount of $70,024.61. Motion carried unanimously. Copy attached.

4. Frances Goliwas, W5848 Coulee Springs Ln, approached the board in regard to the Stry Foundation sidewalk, which abuts her back yard. She wants it removed. Does not want a privacy fence. Chairperson Kopp told her that the Town has no authority to have the sidewalk removed. It is on private property and was installed with the proper permits.

5. Motion by Holtze/Zahn to adopt Resolution 2007-4 creating a Development Committee. Motion carried unanimously. Copy attached.

6. Motion by Zahn/Holtze to adopt Resolution 2007-5 authorizing the Town of Shelby to participate in a Joint Stormwater Grant and Publication Effort. Motion carried unanimously. Copy attached.

7. Motion by Kopp/Zahn to adopt Resolution 2007-3 creating a Municipal Harbor Commission. Motion carried unanimously. Copy attached.

8. Board took no action on an Ordinance outlining the duties and membership of the Municipal Harbor Commission.

9. Administrator Brudos gave the Administrator’s Report. Copy attached.

10. Clerk/Treasurer Brott reported that certification of the ballot was delayed at the state level and that she would be using paper ballots for absentee voters until such time as the regular ballots were printed.

11. Supervisor John Zahn discussed his concern with the slow speed at which the Shelby Fire Truck goes up Hwy 33. It is a traffic problem.

12. Board discussed a constituent complaint re winter road maintenance disagreement between two parties on a driveway easement.

13. Motion to adjourn at 3:00 PM.

TOWN OFFICIALS EXCUSED: Clerk/Treasurer Cathy Brott

1. Call to order at 4:30 PM by Chairman Kopp

2. Motion by Holtze/Zahn to approve the minutes of the February 5, 2007 Town Board Meeting. Motion carried unanimously.

3. Motion by Zahn/Holtze to approve bills in the amount of $56,990.57. Motion carried unanimously.

4. County Harbor Commissioner Tom Lynch appeared before the Board to discuss harbor commissions and their use in Economic Development and Water Regulation. Motion by Kopp/Zahn to have Administrator Brudos draft an ordinance establishing a Town of Shelby Harbor Commission. Motion carried unanimously.

5. Discussion re application for after-the-fact Special Exception Permit No. 2007-02 by Keith Herlitzke, Agent for the Potato King Inc, N1078 Justin Rd to perform grading, stock piling, construction of a retention pond with an outfall for the construction of a parking lot and future building site on land that lies within the Shoreland District of Mormon Creek on land zoned Agricultural District "A". No action.

6. Board reviewed and made modifications to a Resolution establishing a Development Committee. New draft will be taken up at the next Board Meeting.

7. Motion by Zahn/Holtze to approve the application of Carmen Hass, W5229 Boma Rd, to keep a 3^rd dog. Motion carried unanimously.

8. An Intergovernmental Agreement for Storm Water has not been received for review. No action.

9. Supervisor Dave Holtze reported on the Wisconsin Towns Association District Meeting held on Friday February 23^rd.

10. Orlando Marquez, 4082 Terrace Drive, discussed a snow plowing issue with the Board.

11. Administrator Brudos gave the Administrator’s Report. Copy attached.

12. Clerk/Treasurer Brott reported the voter turnout for February’s Spring Primary was 21.85%.

13. Supervisor John Zahn reported that he had communication regarding a Shelby police officer talking to a resident about driving the wrong way on a Shelby street.

14. Chairman Lynnetta Kopp discussed the Planning Commission and the time frame to complete the Comprehensive Plan.

15. Motion to adjourn at 5:55 PM.

TOWN OFFICIALS EXCUSED:

1. Call to order at 4:30 PM by Chairman Kopp

2. Motion by Holtze/Zahn to approve the minutes of the January 22, 2007 Town Board Meeting. Motion carried unanimously.

3. Motion by Zahn/Holtze to approve bills in the amount of $67,242.11, which includes the overstated escrow refunds. Motion carried unanimously.

4. Linda Nelson appeared before the Board to register her objection to extending Battlestone Station Road to Hwy 33, believing it would create an unsafe intersection and lower property values in the Condominium Village. Roger Roslansky told the Board he felt the money it would cost would be better spent improving Knobloch Rd. Terry Collins, speaking for the Battlestone Station Condominium Village Receiver, asked the Board to exercise caution, do a needs study and consider the impact of a through street on the property value of the existing and future structures. The Receiver would prefer no through traffic.

5. Motion by Zahn, Holtze to approve the Policy for waiver of charges for fire calls on highways to Shelby employees and their immediate family as amended. Motion carried unanimously. Copy attached.

6. Board discussed reconstruction of Knobloch Road and extension of Battlestone Station Rd. Administrator directed to set up a meeting with the WI Dept of Transportation. No action.

7. Board discussed providing water to Greenwald Coulee. No action.

8. Motion by Zahn/Holtze to draft a Resolution creating a Development Committee and establishing the parameters of said committee.

9. Motion by Holtze/Zahn to adopt 2007 Resolution # 2 Renaming Musjgerd Land City View Lane, effective immediately. Motion carried unanimously.

10. Board discussed Federal/State requirement and timeline to establish a Stormwater Plan. No action.

11. Administrator Brudos gave the Administrator’s Report. Copy attached.

12. Clerk/Treasurer Brott reported that tax collection was completed, the Spring Primary Election ballots were available for absentees and that she would be on sick leave for 2-3 weeks beginning February 22^nd.

13. Motion to adjourn at 6:01 PM.

TOWN OFFICIALS EXCUSED:

1. Call to order at 4:30 PM by Chairman Kopp

2. Motion by Holtze/Zahn to approve the minutes of the January 8, 2007 Town Board Meeting. Motion carried unanimously.

3. Motion by Zahn/Holtze to approve bills in the amount of $45,717.72, which includes the overstated escrow refunds. Motion carried unanimously.

4. Dale Beinborn discussed proposed development of Breidel Coulee Park. He is opposed to enhancing existing wetland or creating new wetland. Feels it would create habitat for mosquitoes. Would like to see most of the park not mowed. Currently habitat for wild pheasants. Agrees small mowed area with playground equipment is nice. Terry Smith & Julie agreed with him saying the standing water is a potential hazard to neighborhood children.

   Motion by Zahn/Holtze to remove the pond and wetland enhancements from the park plan and approve the balance of the plan as presented. Motion carried unanimously. Administrator Brudos directed to work with the property owners on park enhancement.

5. Motion by Kopp/Holtze to accept the recommendation of the Fire Department and Administrator and approve the purchase of a new fire truck from Rosenbauer at a cost of $297,564. Motion carried unanimously.

6. Police Officer Sharon Neitzke gave the November/December Police Report.

7. Fire Chief Randy Roeck reported that the Tri-State Ambulance temporary use of the Town Hall Annex is working out well.

8. Motion by Kopp/Holtze to not reopen the Teamsters Union Contract. Motion carried unanimously.

9. Board discussed developing a policy to waive charges not covered by insurance for Shelby employees involved in a accident on a highway. No action.

10. Motion by Holtze/Zahn to approve 2007 Resolution # 1 regarding development in Battlestone Condominium Village. Motion carried unanimously. Copy attached.

11. Motion by Holtze/ Zahn to accept an Intergovernmental Agreement between the Town and La Crosse County for a 10-year extension of the Household Hazardous Materials Program. Motion carried unanimously. Copy attached.

12. Board agreed to hold the next meeting a week early on 2/5/07 due to a scheduling conflict.

13. Administrator Brudos gave the Administrator’s Report. Copy attached.

14. Motion to adjourn at 6:14 PM.

TOWN OFFICIALS EXCUSED:

1. Call to order at 4:33 PM by Chairman Kopp

2. Motion by Holtze/Zahn to approve the minutes of the December 11, 2006 Town Board Meeting. Motion carried unanimously.

3. Motion by Zahn/Holtze to approve bills in the amount of $238,687.57, which includes the overstated escrow refunds. Motion carried unanimously.

4. Motion by Zahn/Holtze to approve the application of Leslie and Nancy Leske, W4839 Chipmunk Rd N, for a Conditional Use Permit to strip, stockpile and sell topsoil from their farm on 4.96 acres lying easterly of a previous Conditional Use Permit No. 342 for the same purpose on land that is zoned Exclusive Agricultural District. Motion carried unanimously.

5. Board discussed the request of Teamsters Local 695 to reopen contract with the Town. Action deferred to 1/22/07 Board Meeting.

6. Motion by Holtze/Kopp to approve two additional election inspectors for 2007, Barb Zahn & Cheryl Milisch. Motion carried with Zahn abstaining.

7. Board discussed creation of a policy for charging for fire calls on highways for Town employees. Administrator directed to draw up a draft for the 1/22/07 meeting.

8. Motion by Holtze/Zahn at 5:12 PM to move into Closed Session pursuant to Wisconsin Statutes Section 19.85(1)(g) to confer with legal counsel regarding the Developers Agreement with Everwood Development for Battlestone Ridge Condominium Village. Motion by Zahn/Holtze to return to Open Session at 6:10 PM.

9. Fire Chief Randy Roeck and the Fire Truck Committee discussed the specs and cost of a new fire truck with the Board and asked them to approve purchase of the unit they recommend before January 31, 2007, which would cost just under $280,000 and save the town approximately $20,000 over one purchased after the 31st. Action deferred to the 1/22/07 Board Meeting.

10. Administrator Brudos gave the Administrator’s Report. Copy attached.

11. Motion to adjourn at 7:05 PM.

1. Budget Hearing called to order at 6:31 PM by Chairman Kopp.

2. Administrator Brudos introduced and went through the proposed 2007 Budget and responded to questions or concerns.

3. Motion by Zahn/Holtze to close the Budget Hearing and open the Special Town Meeting to approve the 2007 Levy @ 7:09 PM. Motion carried unanimously.

4. Special Town Meeting called to order @ 7:09 PM by Chairman Kopp.

5. Motion by John Zahn/Tim Candahl to approve 2007 Highway Expenditures in the amount of $905,700 as presented. Motion carried unanimously.

6. Motion by Paul Zei/Bill Knobloch to approve the 2007 Tax Levy of $1,309,000. Motion carried unanimously.

7. Motion by Tim Candahl/Paul Zei to authorize the Town Board to borrow up to $250,000 for a Fire Truck Chassis and Road Improvements to Knobloch Road. Motion carried with 7 residents approving and one, Chairman Kopp, abstaining.

8. Motion by Kopp/Zahn to adjourn @7:20 PM

TOWN OF SHELBY

ANNUAL TOWN MEETING MINUTES

April 11, 2006

Location: Shelby Town Hall

Call to order: Chairman John Storlie

Time: 6:37 PM

1. Chairman John Storlie opened the meeting and made introductions.
2. Motion by Kathleen Kistner, seconded by Bill Knobloch, to hold the 143rd Annual Town Meeting on the statutory date of Tuesday, April 10, 2007 at 6:30 PM. Motion carried unanimously.
3. Motion by Bob Mueller, seconded by Don Gehrig, to hold the 2006 Budget Hearing and Town Meeting to approve the 2007 levy on Monday, November 13, 2006 at 6:30 PM. Motion carried unanimously.
4. Motion by Steve Kopp, seconded by Kathleen Kistner, to approve the minutes of the 141st Annual Meeting, held on April 13, 2005, as presented. Motion carried unanimously.
5. Motion by Sharon Neitzke, seconded by Bob Mueller to approve the minutes of the November 15, 2005 Budget Hearing and Town Meeting to approve the 2006 levy as presented. Motion carried unanimously.
6. Cathy Brott went over the Treasurer’s 2005 Annual Report. Motion by Bob Mueller, seconded by Don Gehrig to approve the report as presented. Motion carried unanimously. Copy attached.
7. Sanitary District Commissioner Bob Mueller went over the Sanitary District # 2 Annual Report. Motion by Kathleen Kistner, seconded by Dave Peschau to accept the report. Motion carried unanimously. Copy attached.
8. Administrator Jeff Brudos presented the 2005 Financial Audit and went through the Administrator’s Annual Financial, Road and Park Reports. Motion by Don Gehrig, seconded by Steve Kopp, to accept the reports. Motion carried unanimously. Copies attached.
9. Town Chairman John Storlie gave the Chairman’s Annual Report. Motion by Lynnetta Kopp, seconded by Kathleen Kistner to accept the report. Motion carried unanimously.
10. Don Gehrig made a motion that the Town Board take no action to interfere with the upgrade of the water system at State road School. Motion failed for lack of a second.
11. Asst Fire Chief Wayne Atchley gave the Fire Department’s Annual Report. Motion by Dave Peschau, seconded by Bill Knobloch, to accept the report. Motion carried unanimously. Copy attached
12. Officer Sharon Neitzke gave the Annual Police Department Report. Motion by Bob Mueller, seconded by Kathleen Kistner, to accept the report. Motion carried unanimously. Copy attached.
13. Citizen Concerns:
    • Dave Peschau told the Board he wanted them to work with the La Crosse School District to keep State Road School in the Town of Shelby. The Board must respond promptly and consider investing in a solution to prevent annexation. Motion by Don Gehrig that the Town Board goes on record urging the La Crosse School Board to correct the water situation at State Road School. Motion failed for lack of a second. Motion by Dave Peschau, seconded by Richard Miletto that the Town of Shelby help the La Crosse School District to resolve and correct the water problem at State road School. Town of Shelby will cooperate and assist as long as there is no annexation to the City of La Crosse. Motion carried unanimously. Town Attorney Kevin Roop noted that this motion is appropriate pursuant to Wis. Stats. 60.10(2)(i) and 60.10(3).
    • Rose Bantle expressed concern with the changing character of her neighborhood on Diagonal Road. Small single-family homes are being purchased and remodeled for rental use as duplexes. She wanted to know if there was anything the Town could do to regulate this. She was told it comes under County Zoning and would be difficult to change. The Administrator will look into it and get back to her.
14. Motion by Dave Peschau seconded by Sharon Neitzke to adjourn the 2005 Annual Meeting at 8:30 PM. Motion carried unanimously.

Respectfully submitted,

Cathy Brott, Clerk/Treasurer

TOWN OF SHELBY BOARD MEETING MINUTES

TOWN OFFICIALS EXCUSED:

1. Call to order at 4:30 PM by Chairman Kopp

2. Motion by Zahn/Holtze to approve the Minutes of the November 27, 2006 Town Board Meeting. Motion carried unanimously.

3. Motion by Zahn/Holtze to approve bills in the amount of $81,674.13. Motion carried unanimously.

4. No action taken on Greenwald Coulee.

5. Motion by Holtze/ Zahn to retain the stop signs on Hagen Road. After review of the stop signs and traffic flow, they appear to be appropriate. Motion carried unanimously.

6. Motion by Zahn/Holtze to approve the slate of election inspectors for 2007. Motion carried unanimously. Copy attached.

7. Motion by Zahn/Holtze to approve the renewal applications to keep a 3^rd dog for: Julio Bird, Sue and Dale Johnson, Gary Susag, Kurt & Renee Knutson, John Holtslander, Sandra Seick, Charles Offerman and Ray Wichelt. Motion carried unanimously.

8. Gary Susag discuss vandalism to his property and requested an article in the Quarterly Newsletter about respecting private property.

9. Board agreed to hold a public meeting in conjunction with the January 22, 2007 Board Meeting to describe plans for and naming of the park in Briedel Coulee.

10. Motion by Zahn/Holtze to reappoint Bill Landman to a 6-year term as Sanitary District #2 Commissioner. Motion carried unanimously.

11. Motion by Zahn/Holtze to write off $1337.50 of uncollectible debt. Motion carried. Copy attached.

12. Fire Chief Randy Roeck reported on the progress of the Fire Truck Committee. The Fire Department will be giving the Board a long range plan for vehicle replacement. He recommended going with Rosenbauer for a new fire truck chassis, saying the Town would save $9700 on the engine if a contract is signed by the end of January 2007. Board agreed to put it on the agenda for the January 8, 2007 Town board Meeting.

13. Chief Roeck reported that a Shelby/Greenfield Committee is being developed to discuss the future of fire protection in the Town of Greenfield, and that Jeanette Lenser will be retiring as Director of the 911 Emergency Dispatch Center and the Governing Board will be meeting to hire a replacement.

14. Administrator Brudos gave the Administrator’s Report. Copy attached.

15. Motion to adjourn at 5:20 PM.

TOWN OFFICIALS EXCUSED:

1. Call to order at 4:30 PM by Chairman Kopp

2. Motion by Holtze/Zahn to approve the Minutes of the November 13, 2006 Town Board Meeting. Motion carried unanimously.

3. Motion by Zahn/Holtze to approve bills in the amount of $44,070.53. Motion carried unanimously.

4. No action taken on Greenwald Coulee.

5. Motion by Kopp/Holtze to approve adjustments to the 2006 Budget. Motion carried unanimously. Copy attached.

6. Motion by Holtze/Zahn to approve the 2007 Budget of $2,401,600. Motion carried unanimously.

7. Administrator Brudos gave the Administrator’s Report. Copy attached.

8. Motion to adjourn at 5:30 PM.

TOWN OFFICIALS EXCUSED:

1. Call to order at 4:30 PM by Chairman Kopp

2. Motion by Zahn/Holtze to approve the Minutes of the October 23, 2006 Town Board Meeting. Motion carried unanimously. Motion by Holtze/Zahn to approve the minutes of the November 2, 2006 Working Meeting with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation. Motion carried unanimously.

3. Board asked for public input in regard to proposed amendments to Ordinance 4.01 Parks, Playgrounds and Greenspace. There was strong opposition to gun hunting and moderate opposition of bow hunting with recommendations to limit the number of hunters if bow hunting was allowed. Motion by Holtze/Zahn to strike #1 (Hunting with guns or bow and arrow is allowed), remake #2 as #1 and remake #3 as #2 in the proposed amendment to Ordinance 4.01. Motion carried unanimously. Copy attached.

4. Motion by Holtze/Zahn to designate parcels 11-377-0 (20.91 acres), 11-569-0 (8 acres), 11-566-0 (10.2 acres) and 11-484-0 (14.5 acres) as green space. Motion carried unanimously. Copy attached.

5. Keith Wadell addressed the Board asking for removal of the stop signs on Hagen Road. Not an agenda item. No action.

6. Motion by Zahn/Holtze to approve request of Benny Stenner, Kramer Co, to extend their conditional use permit until July 31, 2007. Motion carried unanimously.

7. Motion by Zahn/Holtze to approve bills in the amount of $86,785.04. Motion carried unanimously. Copy attached. Fire Chef made note that funds for the special camera were not taxpayer dollars. They came from Fund B and were raised at the Annual Chicken Q.

8. Officer Sharon Neitzke gave the monthly police reports.

9. Administrator Brudos updated the Board on proposal to provide water to Greenwald Coulee. It would cost approximately $165-185,000 to cover the proposed area. The system does not have the capacity to expand beyond this area for any new development. Administrator directed get numbers and information to area residents and find out if there is any interest in pursuing this proposal to provide water to Greenwald Coulee.

10. Motion by Zahn/Holtze to approve a Resolution establishing a Cooperative Recycling Efficiency Agreement Promoting and Enhancing Recycling Education with the City of Onalaska. Motion carried unanimously. Copy attached.

11. Motion by Holtze/Zahn to approve the Government Rebate Agreement with La Crosse County. Motion carried. Copy attached.

12. Administrator Brudos gave the Administrator’s Report. Copy attached.

13. Clerk reported on the November 7^th Election.

14. Motion to adjourn at 6:15 PM.

TOWN OFFICIALS EXCUSED:

1. Call to order at 1:05 AM by Chairperson Kopp.

2. Purpose of this working meeting is to review & discuss the options WDOT prepared relative to the Hwy 33/Knobloch Road Intersection.

3. Discussion re the additional traffic on Hwy 33 from new development in Barre and Greenfield and the general safety gaining access to the highway from Knobloch Road which may also see additional development and increased traffic in the near future.

4. Dale Oestreich said the DOT’s 2007 Hwy 33 Reconstruction Project from just east of Forest Ridge Dr to just east of St. Joseph could not be tied into any of the proposed improvement options for Knobloch Road.

5. Steve Flottmeyer went over the four options the DOT saw as possible and a fifth option was also discussed wherein the Town of Shelby would extend Battlestone Station Road to Hwy 33 east of CTH F. CTH F would remain where it is, but could be moved at a later date to join Hwy 33 opposite Battlestone Station Road. Dale Oestreich indicated that a resurfacing of Hwy 33 in this area is scheduled for 2012-2014. Dot would not be cost-sharing in any new town road extension.

6. Board agreed to put together a draft plan and to hold an open forum for residents. La Crosse County will be brought into the discussion in regard to the CTH F possibilities.

7. Rep Huebsch told the town board that legislators should be contacted by February if the town needs any further assistance from them.

    

8. Motion to adjourn at 1:35 PM.

TOWN OFFICIALS EXCUSED:

1. Call to order at 4:30 PM by Chairman Kopp

2. Motion by Kopp/Zahn to confirm the appointment of David Holtze to the position of Town Supervisor. Clerk Brott swore Mr. Holtze into office.

3. Motion by Zahn/Kopp to approve the minutes of the October 9, 2006 Town Board Meeting as presented. Motion carried unanimously.

4. Motion by Zahn/Kopp to approve bills in the amount of $43,441.47. Motion carried unanimously. Copy attached.

5. Administrator Brudos updated the Board on proposal to provide water to Greenwald Coulee. No action.

6. Motion by Zahn/Holtze to approve the concept of the Charter Towns Bill. Motion carried unanimously.

7. Fire Chief Randy Roeck reported on the progress of designing a new fire truck.

8. Administrator Brudos reported there would be a meeting on November 2 @ 1:00 PM with the WI Department of Transportation to review the options for the Hwy 33/Knobloch Road intersection. Meeting is open to the public. Discussion on and public concerns aired regarding moving traffic through Battlestone Ridge Condominiums.

9. Administrator went through the proposed 2007 Budget. No changes.

10. Motion by Kopp/Holtze to approve 2007 Fire Department wages. Motion carried with Zahn abstaining. Copy attached.

11. Motion by Holtze/Zahn to approve the 2007 non-union full-time and part-time wages. Motion carried unanimously. Copy attached.

12. Administrator Brudos gave the Chairman’s Report. Copy attached.

13. Motion to adjourn at 6:15 PM.

TOWN OFFICIALS EXCUSED:

1. Call to order at 4:34 PM by Chairman Kopp

2. Motion by Zahn/Kopp to approve the minutes of the September 25, 2006 Town Board Meetings as presented. Motion carried unanimously.

3. Motion by Zahn/Kopp to approve bills in the amount of $122,590.67. Motion carried unanimously.

4. Julie Boardman approached the Board with her concerns regarding proposed changes to Knobloch Road/Hwy 33 intersection and Battlestone Station Road extension. She asked that residents of the Battlestone Development be noticed of any future discussion or action. Bill Knobloch and Wendy Stachowitz expressed concern with moving traffic through the Battlestone Development.

5. Assistant Fire Chief Wayne Atchley reported that the Fire Department was successful in getting a $17,000 Homeland Security Grant for equipment and a matching grant of $15,000 from Thrivent Financial for the Chicken Q. They are working on design and specs for a new fire truck. Expect to have a ball park figure for the board next month.

6. Fire Chief Randy Roeck reported that he is now working for Jefferson Fire Equipment. He receives no commission on any equipment the Town of Shelby purchases from Jefferson. He is working with Jeff on a purchasing policy to ensure there is no conflict of interest.

7. Motion by Kopp/Zahn to appoint Mary J. Poellinger to the Shelby Planning Commission. Motion carried.

8. Board read a letter from James G. Birnbaum expressing concern with the proposal to open up land owned by the Town to public hunting. Board agreed to notify adjacent property owners regarding the proposed changes to Ordinance 4.01 before taking any action. Copy of letter attached.

9. Motion by Zahn/Kopp to approve the Agreement for Removal of Waste and Recyclables from Mobile Home Parks. Motion carried. Copy attached.

10. Board discussed Knobloch Road options developed by the WI Department of Transportation. Request to have the Administrator arrange another meeting with the DOT to discuss the options. Correspondence attached.

11. Administrator reported that Davy Engineering needed more direction regarding the scope of the study the Town was requesting for Greenwald Coulee.

12. Board discussed receivership of Battlestone Condominium. No changes to the plat without Board approval. Residents will be kept informed.

13. Motion by Zahn/Kopp to go into closed session @ 5:30 PM pursuant to WI Statutes Section 1985(1)(e) to interview applicants for the open Board Supervisor position. Motion carried. Board returned to open session to resume the regular meeting @ 6:44 PM on a motion by Zahn/Kopp

14. Motion by Zahn/Kopp to offer the open Board Supervisor position to David Holtze. Motion carried. Swearing in will take place just before the October 23, 2006 Board Meeting.

15. Administrator Brudos gave the Administrator’s Report. Copy attached.

16. Motion to adjourn at 7:15 PM.

TOWN OFFICIALS EXCUSED:

1. Call to order at 4:32 PM by Chairman Kopp

2. Motion by Zahn/Kopp to approve the minutes of the September 11 & 15, 2006 Town Board Meetings as presented. Motion carried unanimously.

3. Motion by Zahn/Kopp to approve bills in the amount of $76,290.12. Motion carried unanimously.

4. Motion by Zahn/Kopp to approve the application of Mike Ruegg, W4586 County Road MM, for a conditional use permit to operate a small engine repair shop on condition that the permit is not transferable to any subsequent owner of the property. Motion carried. Copy of map attached.

5. David Holtze discussed his interest in the open supervisor position. Board will be advertising for applicants. Clerk directed to place an ad in the Tribune. Board agreed to interview candidates on Monday, October 9^th beginning @ 5:30 PM. Candidates to be scheduled in 15-minute increments.

6. Board discussed filling vacancies on the Planning Commission. No action.

7. Motion by Kopp/Zahn to approve, as amended, a joint resolution with La Crosse County and other local municipalities to apply for a grant to assist in the funding of a multi-jurisdictional comprehensive plan. Motion carried unanimously. Copy attached.

8. Board discussed proposed changes to Ordinance 4.01. No action. Place on 10/9/06 meeting agenda.

9. Motion by Zahn/Kopp to approve a resolution implementing the National Emergency Incident Management System (NIMS). Motion carried. Copy attached.

10. Administrator Brudos gave the Chairman’s Report. Copy attached.

11. Clerk reported on the Partisan Primary Election. Everything went well with the new Statewide Voter System.

12. Motion to adjourn at 5:45 PM.

TOWN OFFICIALS EXCUSED:

1. Call to order at 9:00 AM by Chairperson Kopp.

2. On the recommendation of Attorney Kevin Roop, motion by Kopp/Zahn to claim $65,208.66 of the irrevocable Letter of Credit held by Anchor Bank to secure completion of Battlestone Ridge Road, and to approve Administrator Brudos’s trip to Madison with the required paperwork to secure payment. Motion carried

3. Motion to adjourn at 9:35 PM.

TOWN OFFICIALS EXCUSED:

1. Call to order at 4:30 PM by Chairman Storlie

2. Motion by Zahn/Storlie to approve the minutes of the August 28, 2006 Town Board Meeting as amended. Motion carried unanimously.

3. Motion by Zahn/Kopp to approve bills in the amount of $76,590.47. Motion carried unanimously.

4. Motion by Zahn/Kopp to approve the application of Eugene & Betty Gerke, W5245 County Road F, for a variance to the distance from another home as set by Ordinance 2.21 regulating outdoor solid fuel furnaces. Motion carried unanimously. Copy attached.

5. Police Officer Sharon Neitzke gave the monthly police report. She told the Board that a resident’s call resulted in the apprehension of a burglar. Board directed the Clerk to write a letter of commendation to the resident.

6. Motion by Storlie/Zahn to approve a resolution supporting the City of La Crosse’s efforts to establish a Quiet Zone along the Burling Northern Railroad tracks. Motion carried unanimously. Copy attached.

7. Motion by Storlie/Kopp to inform the La Crosse School District that the Town Board does not intend to pursue further litigation or action in regard to the State Road School annexation. Motion carried unanimously.

8. Board agreed to participate in a "Linkage with Local Government Officials" meeting being held by the La Crosse School Board.

9. Motion by Storlie/Zahn to authorize the Administrator to negotiate a refuse and recycling collection contract with Hilltopper Refuse and Recycling for the mobile home courts. They encouraged keeping collection on Friday as currently scheduled. Motion carried unanimously.

10. Motion by Zahn/Kopp to accept Chairman John Storlie’s resignation from office effective September 11, 2006. Motion carried. Copy attached.

11. Motion by Zahn/Brott to appoint Supervisor Lynnetta Kopp interim chairperson effective September 11, 2006. Motion carried with Kopp abstaining.

12. Administrator Brudos gave the Chairman’s Report. Copy attached.

13. Clerk reminded the Board of the October Wisconsin Towns Association Annual Convention in La Crosse.

14. Motion to adjourn at 5:28 PM.

TOWN OFFICIALS EXCUSED: Admin/Dir Public Works Jeff Brudos

1. Call to order at 4:30 PM by Chairman Storlie

2. Motion by Kopp/Zahn to approve the minutes of the August 14, 2006 Town Board Meeting as presented. Motion carried unanimously

3. Motion by Zahn/Kopp to approve bills in the amount of $124,295.81. Motion carried unanimously.

4. Motion by Zahn/Kopp to approve the application of Bob and Heidi Cary for a variance to Ordinance 2.21 regulating outdoor solid fuel furnaces. Motion carried unanimously providing the unit meets electrical requirements. Copy attached.

5. Motion by Kopp/Zahn not to exceed 2006 budget line item for Planning Commission. Hold off additional engineering work until 2007. Motion carried unanimously.

6. Motion by Kopp/Zahn to continue providing a crossing guard at the intersection of State Highway 33 and Hagen Road for the 2006-7 school year.

7. No action was taken on refuse and recycling collection contract for mobile home parks.

8. Motion by Kopp/Zahn to move into closed session pursuant to Wisconsin Statutes Section 1985(1)(g) to hear a report from Administrator Brudos regarding attorney litigation recommendations involving the State Road School annexation. Motion carried unanimously. Board moved back into open session on a motion by Storlie/Zahn. Carried unanimously.

9. Administrator’s Report. Copy attached.

10. Clerk/Treasurer’s Report. ESS AutoMARK, a handicap voter ballot marker, has arrived and clerk has been trained in its operation. Table and privacy shield should be delivered by 9/1. Poll workers training set for 9/6. Partisan Primary Election on 9/12.

11. Chairman Storlie told the supervisors that he would be resigning his office effective October 1, 2006.

12. Motion to adjourn at 5:58 PM.

TOWN OFFICIALS EXCUSED: Admin/Dir Public Works Jeff Brudos

1. Call to order at 4:30 PM by Chairman Storlie

2. Motion by Kopp/Zahn to approve the minutes of the July 24, 2006 Special Town Meeting as presented. Motion carried unanimously. Motion by Zahn/Kopp to approve the minutes of the July 24, 2006 Town Board Meeting as presented. Motion carried unanimously. Motion by Kopp/Zahn to approve the minutes of the July 31, 2006 Working Meeting as presented. Motion carried unanimously.

3. No bills were presented for approval.

4. Al Lueck appeared before the board to discuss regulations on outdoor wood furnaces. He thinks the Board should have grandfathered in existing ones.

5. Motion by Storlie/Kopp to support the request of Kim A Lecheler, 2709 Coulee Avenue, for a variance to construct a 22’X 27’ detached accessory building that exceeds the maximum square footage for a building on the lot. Motion carried unanimously. Copy attached.

6. Motion by Zahn/Kopp to support the request of Janeane Jacobson, 2720 E Burr Oak St, for a variance to build a 30’X 17’6" addition to an existing residence. Motion carried unanimously. Copy attached.

7. Motion by Zahn/Storlie to make no recommendation on the request of Donovan & Cindy Bahls, 2815 27^th Ave So, for a variance to build an 11’X 24’ addition to a detached accessory building that exceeds the maximum square footage for a building on the lot. Motion carried unanimously. Copy attached.

8. Motion by Storlie/Zahn to waive the $500 Fireworks Permit Fee for Above and Beyond Pyrotechnics, 1217 Branding Iron Lane, West Salem, WI. Motion carried unanimously. Motion by Storlie/Zahn to approve the application of Above and Beyond Pyrotechnics to hold a Fireworks Display at Mt. La Crosse on 8/19/06 in conjunction with a benefit concert for the Salvation Army. Motion carried unanimously.

9. Officer Sharon Neitzke gave the July Police Report. Copy attached

10. Motion by Zahn/Kopp to move forward with the development of a cooperative recycling flyer for 2007 with the Cities of Onalaska and La Crosse. Motion carried unanimously.

11. Motion by Zahn/Storlie to accept the 3/8 Slag Seal Quote of $ .99/sq yd by Scott Construction as recommended by the Administrator. Motion carried unanimously. Copy of quotes attached.

12. Reminders: Board/Staff Retreat on 8/28 at the Franciscan Spirituality Center, 8:30-11:30 AM, La Crosse Co Towns Association Picnic/Meeting on 8/24 @ 6:30 PM and WTA State Convention in La Crosse in October. Applications should be filled out soon.

13. Request for Clerk to send a thank you letter to DOT and legislators for July 31^st working meeting.

14. Treasurer’s Report and reminder of the Wisconsin Towns Association Convention in La Crosse, October 15-18.

15. Motion to adjourn at 5:15 PM.

TOWN OFFICIALS EXCUSED: Chairman John Storlie

1. Call to order at 11:00 AM by Supervisor Zahn.

2. Supervisor Zahn welcomed legislators and Department of Transportation staff and asked everyone to go around the table and introduce him or herself.

3. State Representative Mike Huebsch thanked the WDOT for agreeing to meet to discuss the Hwy 33/CTH F/Knobloch Rd intersections and went over his observations and possible solutions to the traffic and safety concerns.

4. Administrator Jeff Brudos went over the background of area development, maps, & traffic increase.

5. DOT Project Manager of the 2007 Hwy 33 Reconstruction Project from just east of Forest Ridge Dr to just east of St. Joseph discussed the time-line for that project. There is also an Irish Hill Repavement Project tentatively scheduled for 2010-2014.

6. Discussion of short-term and long-term fixes. Look at signage and turn lanes short term. DOT will take a look and come up with some scenarios and ballpark figures by early October. Financial burden will be on the Town. DOT suggested they consider placing some of the burden on developers. Long term will take an engineering study, traffic count, etc. Topography makes this a difficult fix.

7. Motion to adjourn at 12:OO PM.

TOWN OFFICIALS EXCUSED: Chairman John Storlie

1. Call to order at 4:32 by Supervisor Zahn.

2. Supervisor Zahn went over the proposal to purchase the Nelson property at the intersection of Hagen Road and Pammel Creed Road. The land is appraised for $40,000 and the accepted purchase price is $39,000. The land is to be used and maintained as parkland.

3. Bob Schwartz and bob Skemp, representing the Stry Foundation, said the Stry Foundation supports the purchase as long as it is for parkland. They asked if there was a guarantee that future boards would not change the use or sell the property. Administrator Brudos told them the Town would be happy to discuss a legal agreement or contract with the Stry Foundation before cost/share of the anticipated purchase.

4. Motion by Mike Anderson, seconded simultaneously by Don and Barb Frank, to approve the purchase of the Nelson property for $39,000. Motion carried unanimously.

5. Motion to adjourn at 4:43 PM

TOWN OF SHELBY BOARD MEETING MINUTES

TOWN OFFICIALS EXCUSED: Chairman John Storlie

1. Call to order at 4:45 PM by Supervisor Zahn

2. Supervisor Zahn announced that the Sanitary District #2 Commissioners have withdrawn their request that the Town of Shelby pass an ordinance requiring mandatory hookup to municipal water.

3. Motion by Kopp/Zahn to approve the minutes of the July 10, 2006 Board Meeting. Motion carried unanimously.

4. Motion by Kopp/Zahn to approve the bills in the amount of $74,936.86. Motion carried unanimously. Copy attached.

5. Request of Bob Schmidt, 2232 Willow Way, for a zoning variance to build a garage was withdrawn.

6. Motion by Zahn/Kopp to accept the recommendation of the Planning Commission and deny the request of Helke Properties to rezone property on Skyline Drive for a condo project until the Long Range Plan is completed. Motion carried.

7. Board discussed their concerns with and possible solutions to the Knobloch Road and County Highway F intersections at State Highway 33 with State Senator Dan Kapanke and State Representatives Jennifer Schilling and Mike Huebsch. Agreed the time to address their concerns is before the 2007 Highway 33 Project and decided to set up a meeting with Wisconsin Department of Transportation officials at their earliest convenience.

8. Dave Peschau asked and was granted an opportunity to plea with area legislators to support the Charter Towns Bill. Board was told to provide a letter and map to legislators. Administrator agreed to do so.

9. Motion by Zahn/Kopp to approved issuance of a CATV License to Mediacom. Duration of the license will be 5 years, from January 1, 2006 until December 31, 2010 with fees to begin September 1, 2006. Motion carried.

10. Motion by Kopp/Zahn to approve Agreement for Removal of Solid Waste and Recyclables from the Town of Shelby with Hilltopper Refuse and Recycling, Inc. Motion carried. Copy of terms attached.

11. Motion by Kopp/Zahn to create a 7-member Development Committee for the purpose of devising incentives for keeping land that is being developed in the Town of Shelby. The Committee shall be composed of 1 Board Member, 1 Planning Commissioner, 1 Sanitary District Commissioner and 4 Members at Large and is to be in place by September 1, 2006. Motion carried.

12. Board discussed providing water to Greenwald Coulee. Engineering study is in progress. No action will be taken until the study is completed.

13. Motion by Kopp/Zahn not to cost-share reconstruction of Bliss Road with the City of La Crosse. Motion carried.

14. Motion by Zahn/Kopp to provide up to $1500 for 1 or 2 people to attend the National Association of Towns and Townships Legislative Fly-In in Washington D.C. on September 6-7, 2006. Motion carried.

15. Administrators Report. Copy attached.

16. Treasurer’s Report and reminder of the Wisconsin Towns Association Convention in La Crosse, October 15-18.

17. Motion to adjourn at 5:57 PM.

TOWN OFFICIALS EXCUSED: Clerk/Treasurer Cathy Brott

1. Call to order at 4:30 PM by Chairman Storlie

2. Motion by Kopp/Zahn to approve the minutes of the June 27, 2006 Board Meeting. Motion carried unanimously.

3. Motion by Kopp/Zahn to approve the bills in the amount of $75,832.76. Motion carried unanimously. Copy attached.

4. Police Officer Sharon Neitzke discussed the June Police Report and "Net Smart", which is a program for parents & children re the Internet.

5. Fire Chief Randy Roeck discussed the June Fire Department Report, Fire Ring Permits, First Responders and Satellite Fire Station in Town of Greenfield

6. Board discussed proposed Ordinance 3.09, Mandatory Connections to Municipal Water, with Sanitary District #2 Commissioners Bob Mueller and Bill Landman and interested residents. Motion by Kopp/Zahn to table discussion on Greenwald Coulee water until the next Board Meeting. Motion carried unanimously. Motion by Kopp/Zahn to table discussion on proposed Ordinance 3.09 until the next Board Meeting. Motion carried unanimously.

7. Motion by Storlie/Zahn to approve the new Hilltopper Refuse and Recycling, Inc. rates as proposed. A cap of $7 per unit for refuse collection will be added to the contract. If rates exceed that limit, the Town reserves the right to cancel the contract and solicit bids. Motion carried unanimously. Proposal attached.

8. Motion by Kopp/Storlie to approve the amendment to Recycling Ordinance 3.03. Motion carried unanimously. Copy attached.

9. Motion by Zahn/Storlie to approve the expenditure of up to $1500 to conduct a deer survey of the Town to be done in conjunction with a deer survey being done of Green Island. Motion carried unanimously.

10. Motion by Storlie/Kopp to approve Town debt consolidation and refinancing through Coulee Bank, the Town’s new depository. Motion carried unanimously.

11. Board discussed renewal of Cable TV Franchise and License for MediaCom. Administrator asked to negotiate reducing the contract’s length from 8 to 5 years. Approval of the contract to be placed on the next Town Board Meeting agenda.

12. Administrators Report. Copy attached.

13. Motion to adjourn at 6:15 PM.

TOWN OFFICIALS EXCUSED:

1. Call to order at 4:30 PM by Chairman Storlie.

2. Motion by Kopp/Zahn to approve the minutes of the May 22, 2006 Board Meeting. Motion carried unanimously.

3. Motion by Zahn/Kopp to approve the bills in the amount of $187,207.80. Motion carried unanimously. Copy attached.

4. Motion by Kopp/Storlie to approve the expenditure of up to $11,000 from Fire Department Fund B for the purchase of a new hand-held thermo-imaging camera. Motion carried unanimously. Copy of request attached.

5. Motion by Zahn/Kopp to install a new culvert under the driveway and repair the drainage ditch in front of the Earl Severson property at town expense. Motion carried unanimously.

6. Clyde Benjamin addressed the Board in regard to the annexation of State Road School. He was concerned with the media coverage and suggested Sanitary District Commissioner Bill Landman write a letter to the media explaining the issue. Chairman Storlie agreed that was a good idea.

7. Police Officer Sharon Neitzke gave the May Police Report. She told the Board about a series of daytime break-ins, a hit and run, and assault of a child. Copy of report attached.

8. Board discussed the purchase of the Nelson property at the intersection of Pammel Creek Road and Hagen Road. They asked the Administrator to contact the Stry Foundation for assistance. No further action.

9. Motion by Zahn/Kopp to approve a 2006-2007 Class B Beer and Liquor License for the following: Todd Schini, Mt. La Crosse, Inc.; David Servais, Irish Hill, LLC; Cletus Servais, Shorty’s Bar & Grill, LLC; Nancy Gardner, GMC Corp (All Star Lanes); Dave Marquart, Charlie’s Inn; Jim Pickett, Pickett Brothers Enterprises (Alpine Inn). Motion carried unanimously.

10. Motion by Zahn/Storlie to approve a 2006-2007 Class Beer License for William Lowenhagen, Goose Island Campground Store. Motion carried unanimously.

11. Board discussed holding a retreat at the Franciscan Spirituality Center with Rosalie Hooper-Thomas. They asked the Administrator to try to set it up for sometime in August.

12. Motion by Zahn/Kopp @ 6:35 PM to move into closed session pursuant to Wisconsin Statutes Section 19.86(1)(g) to consult with legal counsel about possible action re the proposed annexation of State Road School and providing water to State Road School. Motion carried unanimously. Board returned to open session @ 7 PM on a motion by Zahn/Kopp. Motion carried unanimously.

13. Administrators Report. Copy attached.

14. Motion to adjourn at 7:10 PM.

TOWN OFFICIALS EXCUSED: Clerk/Treasurer Cathy Brott

1. Call to order at 4:33 PM by Chairman Storlie.

2. Motion by Kopp/Zahn to approve the minutes of the May 2, 2006 Board Meeting. Motion carried unanimously. Motion by Zahn/Kopp to approve the minutes of the May 5, 2006 Board Meeting as presented. Motion carried unanimously. Motion by Kopp/Zahn to approve the minutes of the May 8, 2006 Board Meeting as presented. Motion carried unanimously. Motion by Zahn/Kopp to approve the minutes of the May 10, 2006 Board Meeting as presented. Motion carried unanimously.

3. Motion by Zahn/Kopp to approve the bills in the amount of $50,526.52. Motion carried. Copy attached.

4. Discussion with Earl Severson and Tim & Margaret Ebner relative to installing pipe in the ditch in front of Mr. Severson’s house and the condition of the pipe under the driveway serving the Seversons and Ebners. Several alternatives were discussed. Board will investigate options and agreed to discuss the issue further at the June 12, 2006 Board Meeting.

5. Board discussed the schedule and funding of the Comprehensive Land Use Plan in light of the fact that the La Crosse County grant application to assist with the cost was unsuccessful. The Town is on schedule with the plan development. Costs in 2006 are anticipated to be $22,000. $10,000 was budgeted. Board agreed to handle any over-run with a budget adjustment later in the year. Some of the costs can be held over to 2007.

6. Motion by Zahn/Kopp to request the Sanitary District to do an engineering study on providing a water supply into Greenwald Coulee, including water to State Road School. Motion by Storlie/Zahn to amend the original motion to approve the Town funding the engineering study up to an expenditure of $6000. Amendment passed unanimously. Original motion passed unanimously.

7. Motion by Storlie/Kopp @ 5:25 PM to move into closed session pursuant to Wisconsin Statutes section 19.85(1)(g) for discussion and possible action re the proposed annexation of State Road School and providing water to State Road School. Motion carried unanimously. Board moved back into open session @ 5:50 PM on a motion by Kopp/Zahn.

8. Motion by Kopp/Zahn to adopt a resolution designating the Coulee State Bank as the Town of Shelby’s official depository as recommended by Treasurer Cathy Brott. The Treasurer may continue to look for the best interest rate when purchasing certificates of deposit and is not restricted to the Coulee State Bank for CDs. Motion carried unanimously. Copy attached.

9. Motion by Kopp/Zahn to appoint Blaine McDowell as the alternate for Board of Review. Motion carried unanimously.

10. Motion by Storlie/Kopp to close the Town of Shelby brush/burn site, located on Skyline Drive, effective September 1, 2006, subject to finding another alternative to burning the brush. Motion carried unanimously.

11. Motion by Storlie/Zahn to negotiate a five-year extension to the Town’s recycling/refuse contract with Hilltopper, effective January 1, 2007. Note that this contract does not include mobile home parks. Motion carried unanimously. Board also discussed expanding the recycling program to include plastic and to change to a co-mingled collection program. No action.

12. Motion by Kopp/Storlie to direct staff to research the possible purchase of the Nelson Property located at the intersection of Pammel Creek Road and Hagen Road for park purposes. Motion carried unanimously.

13. Board discussed holding a retreat for board members and department heads in July. Rosalie Hooper from the Franciscan Spirituality Center was suggested as a facilitator.

14. Motion to adjourn at 6:40 PM.

TOWN OFFICIALS EXCUSED:

1. Call to order at 4:21 PM by Chairman Storlie.

2. Motion by Kopp/Storlie to go into closed session pursuant to Wis. Statutes Section 19.85(1)(g) to discuss options and plan a course of action re the proposed annexation of and providing water to State Road School. Motion carried.

3. Board returned to open session @ 5:15 on a motion by Storlie/Kopp. Motion carried.

4. Motion by Kopp/Zahn to direct legal counsel to prepare a complaint to the La Crosse County District Attorney against the La Crosse School Board for violations of the Open Meetings Law and to seek an injunction halting the annexation of State Road School and voiding the annexation decision of the La Crosse School Board at its April 3, 2006 meeting and all other actions relative to the annexation. Motion carried unanimously.

5. Motion to adjourn at 5:17 PM.

TOWN OFFICIALS EXCUSED: Clerk/Treasurer Cathy Brott

1. Call to order at 4:30 PM by Chairman Storlie.

2. Chairman Storlie recognized La Crosse Board of Education President Christine Clair. Others present from the La Crosse School District were: Board of Education members Connie Troyanek and Steve Kopp, Executive Director of Business Services Janet Rosseter and Superintendent Jerry Kember.

3. Chairman Storlie told the School District representatives that the Shelby Town Board would like State Road School to remain in the Town of Selby. He indicated that State Road School is a community center for the Town and that other options are available in order for the school to get water. He said the Board of Education should have discussed options with the Town Board rather than file an annexation petition. He asked Christine Clair for her thoughts and she indicated that she was only present to listen and was not representing the School Board. He then discussed the water situation at the school and went through the report submitted by Davy Engineering. He asked Ms. Clair to have the Board of Education rescind the annexation petition to the City of La Crosse and have the School District discuss ways the Town of Shelby could provide water to the school. He pointed out that the Town has two water systems in the area that should be considered.

4. Bill Landman, representing Sanitary District #2, questioned the Davy Report and indicated there was no mention of how much water the school uses and little mention of fire protection.

5. Motion by Zahn/Kopp to go into closed session pursuant to Wis. Statutes Section 19.85(1)(g) to discuss options and plan a course of action. Motion carried unanimously.

6. Board returned to open session on a motion by Zahn/Kopp, carried unanimously.

7. Motion by Zahn/Kopp to direct Administrator Jeff Brudos to research and engage legal counsel with expertise in Open Meeting Law and Annexation Issues regarding challenging the State Road School annexation and the action take action by the School District of La Crosse on April 3, 2006 and all other subsequent meetings. Motion carried unanimously.

8. Motion by Zahn/Kopp to authorize the expenditure of up to $100,000 to provide a water supply, as close as practicably possible, to State Road School. Motion carried unanimously.

9. Motion by Storlie/Zahn to send a letter to all Town of Shelby residents informing them of the annexation of State Road School and other related issues, seeking their support and encouraging them to contact School Board members relative to the issue. The letter will inform the residents of the Town Board’s position objecting to the annexation. Motion carried unanimously.

10. Motion by Storlie/Zahn to send a press release to the media on May 3, 2006 regarding the issues and positions discussed. Motion carried unanimously.

11. Motion to adjourn at 6:00 PM.

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