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Bayfield County Clerk
Lynn M. Divine, County Clerk
Kim Mattson, Accountant Jeran Delaine, Deputy Clerk
Gail M. Reha, Bookkeeper Paige Terry, Clerk III
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Minutes of the:
Bayfield County Board of Supervisors’ Meeting
January 25, 2022 6:00 p.m.
Meeting Held in the Bayfield County Board Room, Courthouse, Washburn, WI
& Remotely
The meeting of the Bayfield County Board of Supervisors was called to order at 6:00 p.m. by Bayfield
County Chairman Dennis M. Pocernich. A roll call was taken by County Clerk- Lynn Divine, as follows:
Steve Sandstrom-present virtually; Mary Dougherty-arrived late; Larry Fickbohm-present virtually; Charly
Ray-present; Jeremy Oswald-present; Jeff Silbert-present; Brett Rondeau-present; Fred Strand-present;
Tom Snilsberg-present virtually; Marty Milanowski-present virtually; David Zepczyk-present; Jim
Crandall-present; Dennis Pocernich-present. Total: 13 present, 0 absent. A quorum was present to conduct
business.
The following were also present for today’s meeting: County Administrator- Mark Abeles-Allison; County
Clerk- Lynn M. Divine virtually; Bayfield County Sheriff-Paul Susienka virtually; Child Support Director-
Jen Jones virtually; District Attorney-Kim Lawton; Circuit Court Judge-John Anderson; HowAreWe
Representative-Mary Schlaefer virtually; HowAreWe Representative-Hannes Kunz virtually; Carlson
Dettman Director of Total Rewards Consulting-Patrick Glynn virtually; Bayfield County Forest
Administrator-Jason Bodine virtually; and Clerk III- Paige Terry virtually
3. Pledge of Allegiance: The Pledge of Allegiance was recited by all in attendance.
The board observed a moment of silence in honor of Bonnie Chivers, former Child Support
Director; Rusty Williams, former County Board Supervisor; Scott Miller, son of former County
Board Supervisor Sean Miller; and Susan Thibedeau, Health Department vaccination nurse.
6:02 – Mary Dougherty joined the meeting.
4. Public Comment: None
5. Discussion and Possible Action, Minutes from November 30, 2021:
Motion by Rondeau, seconded by Zepczyk to approve the Minutes of the Monthly Bayfield
County Board of Supervisors Meeting held on November 30, 2021. Motion carried, 13-0.
6. Bayfield County Resolution No. 2022-01:
Retirement of Kathleen “Grub” Haiden
WHEREAS, Kathleen “Grub” Haiden has served Bayfield County with distinction, honor and
dedication in the Bayfield County Sheriff’s Office for 28 years,
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Bayfield County Board of Supervisors assembled
this 25th day of January, 2022, honors Grub for her 28 years of public service to Bayfield County and
expresses gratitude for her efforts, wishing her well in the years ahead.
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Motion by Oswald, seconded by Crandall to adopt Resolution No. 2022-01 In Recognition and
Appreciation of Kathleen “Grub” Haiden for 28 Years of Commitment and Service in the
Bayfield County Sheriff’s Office. Motion carried, 13-0.
Bayfield County Sheriff, Paul Susienka congratulated Haiden on her retirement and stated that
she was a very hard-working employee, and the department will miss working with her.
7. Bayfield County Resolution No. 2022-02:
Retirement of Jeffrey Lightner
WHEREAS, Jeff Lightner has served Bayfield County with distinction, honor and dedication in the
Bayfield County Maintenance Department for 9 years,
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Bayfield County Board of Supervisors assembled
this 25th day of January, 2022, honors Jeff Lightner for his 9 years of public service to Bayfield County
and expresses gratitude for his efforts, wishing him well in the years ahead.
Motion by Strand, seconded by Rondeau to adopt Resolution No. 2022-02 In Recognition and
Appreciation of Jeff Lightner for 9 Years of Commitment and Service in the Bayfield County
Maintenance Department. Motion carried, 13-0.
8. Bayfield County Resolution No. 2022-03:
In Recognition and Appreciation of Joe Russo
WHEREAS, Joe Russo has been a dedicated member of the Criminal Justice Council since 2012 and,
WHEREAS, Joe Russo has encouraged treatment court participants and regularly attends hearings and
gives encouraging advice to the participants; and,
WHEREAS, Joe Russo has supported publicly the importance of Bayfield County’s Criminal Justice
programming and has been a community advocate for sensible criminal justice practices; and,
WHEREAS, as a volunteer Joe Russo has actively represented the citizens of Bayfield County on the
Criminal Justice Coordinating Council; and,
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Bayfield County Board of Supervisors assembled
this 25th day of January 2022, honors Joe Russo for his 10 years of public service and dedication to the
citizens of Bayfield County and the Criminal Justice Council and expresses gratitude for his efforts,
wishing him well in the years ahead.
Motion by Crandall, seconded by Rondeau to adopt Resolution No. 2022-03 In Recognition and
Appreciation of Joe Russo for 10 Years of Participation and Dedication in Volunteer Work for
the Bayfield County Criminal Justice Council. Motion carried, 13-0.
Bayfield County Circuit Court Judge, John Anderson, commended Joe Russo on his dedication
and efforts with the Criminal Justice Council. Abeles-Allison expressed a high level of impress
with Joe’s dedication and encouragement to clients of the treatment court program. Joe Russo
thanked the board and all of those involved for their recognition and explained that he has been
repaid time and time again through his involvement with the treatment court.
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9. Bayfield County Resolution No. 2022-04:
Honoring Bonnie Chivers
WHEREAS, Bonnie Chivers had served Bayfield County with honor and distinction as the Director for
the Child Support Agency for five years; and,
WHEREAS, Bonnie Chivers had dedicated 20 years to the State of Wisconsin Child Support program;
and,
WHEREAS, Bonnie Chivers devoted her time and expertise by serving on numerous workgroups and
committees such as The Border Project with the state of Michigan, serving as a Wisconsin Child
Support Enforcement Association Board Member, Child Support Roundtable Chair; and,
WHEREAS, during her time as Bayfield County Child Support Director Bonnie was active with
multiple county events, organizing holiday lunches and the summer picnic,
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Bayfield County Board of Supervisors assembled
this 25th day of January, 2022, honors Bonnie Chivers for her 20 years of public service and 5 years’
service to Bayfield County and expresses condolences to her family.
Motion by Oswald, seconded by Silbert to adopt Resolution No. 2022-04 In Recognition and
Appreciation of Bonnie Chivers for her Dedication and Service as the Bayfield County Child
Support Director. Motion carried, 13-0.
Current Bayfield County Child Support Director, Jen Jones, spoke in honor of Bonnie Chivers
and commended her on her years of dedication to Bayfield County and its residents.
10. Bayfield County Economic Development Annual Report, Cole Rabska:
Bayfield County Economic Development Corporation Executive Director, Cole Rabska,
delivered the Corporation’s annual report. The BCEDC has increased their funding to support
businesses as well as the community’s awareness of the Corporation using social and print
media. During 2021, the BCEDC worked to coordinate easements and 3-Phase power into the
Bayfield County Business Park. Throughout 2022, the BCEDC will continue to collaborate with
local Chambers of Commerce to hold several mixers for businesses. These mixers will be moved
to different locations throughout the county. A fundraising event will also take place in 2022.
11. HowAreWe Survey Result Presentation, Mary Schlaefer and Hannes Kunz:
HowAreWe Representatives Mary Schlaefer and Hannes Kunz reviewed the preliminary results
of the HowAreWe survey. Preliminary results show that Bayfield County citizens are moderately
satisfied with their lives but are concerned that the lives of future generations will be worse.
Oswald asked if the presentation would display an economic breakdown in the future. Kunz
replied yes, the data has not been analyzed yet.
12. Carlson Dettman Wage Analysis Introduction, Patrick Glynn:
Patrick Glynn, Director of Total Rewards Consulting with Carlson Dettman, presented a report
focusing on the current workforce challenges faced by the County along with the current labor
situation. Glynn reviewed recommendations that were presented during the previous observation
round.
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13. Report of the Bayfield County Planning and Zoning Committee No. 2022-01:
Motion by Strand, seconded by Rondeau to receive and place on file Report No. 2022-01 Petition
to Change District Boundaries of two parcels owned by David Popelka, Town of Cable, from
Residential-One (R-1) to Residential-Four (R-4). Motion carried, 13-0.
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14. Bayfield County Ordinance No. 2022-01:
After discussion and amendment motion by Strand, seconded by Rondeau to disapprove
Ordinance No. 2022-01 Petition to Change District Boundaries of two parcels owned by David
Popelka, Town of Cable, from Residential-One (R-1) to Residential-Four (R-4) based on the
town board recommendation and the recommendation put forward by the Bayfield County
Planning and Zoning Committee. Motion carried, 13-0.
15. Report of the Bayfield County Planning and Zoning Committee No. 2022-02:
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Motion by Strand, seconded by Ray to receive and place on file Report No. 2022-02 Petition to
Change District Boundaries of a parcel owned by James Halvorson, Town of Iron River, from
Residential-Four (R-4) to Commercial (C). Motion carried, 13-0.
16. Bayfield County Ordinance No. 2022-02:
Motion by Strand, seconded by Silbert to adopt Ordinance No. 2022-02 Petition to Change
District Boundaries of a parcel owned by James Halvorson, Town of Iron River, from
Residential-Four (R-4) to Commercial (C). Motion carried, 13-0.
17. Discussion and Possible Action, Approval of the Forestry and Parks Department 2022
Annual Workplan:
Motion by Strand, seconded by Silbert to approve the 2022 Forestry and Parks Department
Annual Workplan. Motion carried, 12-0, 1 absent.
18. Bayfield County Resolution No. 2022-05:
Sale of County Forest Land to the Red Cliff Band of Lake Superior Chippewa
and Withdrawal from County Forest Law
WHEREAS, Bayfield County received a request to sell approximately 706 acres of County Forest land
to the Red Cliff Band of Lake Superior Chippewa (hereafter, the Tribe) in the Town of Russell; and,
WHEREAS, the following parcels have been identified as the properties of interest: SW1/4, Section 6,
T51N-R3W (Tax ID# 29664); SWNW, Section 6, T51N-R3W (Tax ID# 29662); S½ NE, Section 1,
T51N-R4W (Tax ID# 28898); S½ NW, Section 1, T51N-R4W (Tax ID# 28901); NWSW, Section 6,
T51N-R4W (Tax ID# 28995); SWSW, Section 6, T51N-R4W (Tax ID# 28996); SESW, Section 6,
T51N-R4W (Tax ID# 28997); NESW, Section 6, T51N-R4W (Tax ID# 28994); W½ SE, Section 2,
T51N-R5W (Tax ID# 37806); N½ NW, Section 2, T51N-R5W (Tax ID# 5341); and NWNE, Section 2,
T51N-R5W (Tax ID# 5339), all in the Town of Russell (see Exhibit A); and,
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WHEREAS, Bayfield County and the Tribe ratified a Memorandum of Understanding (hereafter,
MOU) addressing, in part, lands within the reservation; and,
WHEREAS, one goal of the County Tribal Relations Committee is to facilitate the repatriation of
county owned lands located within the reservation to the Tribe, as per the MOU, while fostering mutual
respect and cooperation; and,
WHEREAS, as part of any potential land transaction, Bayfield County is subject to exercising
reasonable business judgement in the conveyance of real estate; and,
WHEREAS, as part of their previous county forest acquisition projects, the Tribe has indicated that the
parcels will be transferred to Trust through the fee-to-trust process with BIA; and,
WHEREAS, during their meeting on January 10, 2022, the Forestry and Parks Committee approved the
Tribe’s land acquisition proposal, for the above-described property (roughly 706 acres total), in the
amount of $1,000,000.00, and recommended the matter be sent to the County Board for consideration;
and,
WHEREAS, the roughly 706 acres of county forest lands included in this transaction represent the last
remaining county forest parcels located within the reservation boundaries; and,
WHEREAS, as part of the Forestry and Parks Committee’s recommendation to sell the land to the
Tribe, all net proceeds from the sale are to be reinvested in forest land and made part of the County
Forest, preferably leveraged with grant funds to increase buying power; and,
WHEREAS, the sale of County Forest land currently enrolled in County Forest Law is inconsistent with
the purposes set forth in ss. 28.11, Wisconsin Statutes (County Forest Law); and,
WHEREAS, any proposal to sell County Forest land will first require filing an application to withdraw
said parcel(s) from County Forest Law; and,
WHEREAS, the Forestry and Parks Committee has recommended the sale of the above parcel(s), and
subsequent removal from County Forest Law, with all net proceeds being reinvested in land that would
be enrolled in County Forest Law.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Bayfield County Board of Supervisors assembled
this 25th day of January, 2022, does hereby authorize the Bayfield County Forestry and Parks
Administrator, on behalf of Bayfield County, to make an application to the Wisconsin Department of
Natural Resources, pursuant to Section 28.11(11), Wisconsin Statutes, to withdraw the real estate
described above from the provisions of the County Forest Law (Section 28.11, Wisconsin Statutes); and,
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that, if the application for withdrawal from County Forest Law is
approved by the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources, the Bayfield County Board of Supervisors
approves the sale of the above described property to the Tribe, in the amount of $1,000,000.00, and
authorizes the Forestry and Parks Administrator and County Administrator to prepare, sign and submit
any and all paperwork and documents and/or undertake any required action to complete the sale; and,
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that all net proceeds from the sale of the above described property
must be reinvested in forest land that will be enrolled in County Forest Law and made part of the County
Forest and that the Forestry and Parks Administrator will search for other lands to add to the County
Forest.
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Motion by Silbert, seconded by Sandstrom to adopt Resolution No. 2022-05 Sale of Land to the
Red Cliff Band of Lake Superior Chippewa and Withdrawal of Land from County Forest Law.
Motion carried, 12-0, 1 absent.
19. Bayfield County Resolution No. 2022-06:
Knowles-Nelson Stewardship Grant Application for the Acquisition of County
Forest Land
WHEREAS, Bayfield County would like to purchase an estimated 2,001 acres of land, as described in
the attached documents (Attachments 1 and 2), located with Bayfield County Wisconsin; and,
WHEREAS, the County Board has the authority to acquire said property for the purpose of establishing
County Forest Land pursuant to ss. 28.10 Wis. Stats.; and,
WHEREAS, the acquisition policy and blocking boundaries are outlined and defined in Chapter 400 of
the Bayfield County Forest Comprehensive Land Use Plan, as approved for years 2021-2035 by the
Bayfield County Board of Supervisors on March 30th 2021; and,
WHEREAS, acquisition of said properties will perpetually provide sustainably managed and certified
forest products to our local economy, revenues to the County and Towns (that contain County Forest
lands), an abundance of outdoor recreation opportunities to the public, and improve the overall property
administration of the County Forest; and,
WHEREAS, the County is eligible to apply for land acquisition funding through the Knowles-Nelson
Stewardship Grant Program for County Forest Land Acquisitions pursuant to ss. 23.0953; Wis. Stats.;
and,
WHEREAS, said Grant may provide funding for up to 50% of the acquisition price, with the County
being required to provide the remaining roughly 50% match; and,
WHEREAS, as per a letter of intent with Ceres Timber, LLC, roughly 2,001 acres has been identified
for purchase, at a rate of approximately $1,214 per acre, for a total of $2,430,000; and,
WHEREAS, as per the application process, additional expenses associated with the Stewardship grant
(i.e. appraisals, legal fees, signs, recording fees, etc.) are estimated to be roughly $7,300; and,
WHEREAS, all above mentioned fees are reimbursable through the Stewardship grant, with the
County’s required match covered through the previously mentioned cash contributions; and,
WHEREAS, the estimated total value of the Stewardship application, which include the purchase price
of the land and additional expenses, is estimated to be $2,437,300; and,
WHEREAS, the County intends to secure funding for roughly half of the estimated Stewardship
application value, with the other half provided by the Stewardship grant; and,
WHEREAS, the County’s share (roughly half) of the total estimated project value will come from
accumulated proceeds of previous land sales to the Red Cliff Band of Lake Superior Chippewa and
additional funding sources, in part via collaboration with the Trust for Public Land (TPL); and,
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WHEREAS, the total value of the Stewardship project is an estimation and is subject to minor
fluctuations in costs, as per the application process, as well as the actual expenses associated with each
activity; and,
WHEREAS, due to the overall project size and scope, unforeseen expenses are likely. To address
potential unanticipated expenses, the County may also authorize additional funds, with the
understanding that some or all of these expenses may not be reimbursable through the Stewardship
grant, in the event that such expenses may occur.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the County requests the grant funding available from
the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources under the Knowles – Nelson Stewardship Land
Acquisition grant program; and,
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Bayfield County Board of Supervisors hereby authorizes the
Forestry and Parks Administrator and County Administrator to act on behalf of Bayfield County to:
submit an application to the State of Wisconsin for land acquisition grant funding; sign documents; and
take all necessary and required action(s) to undertake, direct, and complete an approved land acquisition
project; and,
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, Bayfield County will make one Stewardship application: to purchase
approximately 2,001 acres from Ceres Timber, LLC, for the values listed above; and,
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, the final Stewardship application will be structured so that the entire
balance owed by Bayfield County will be covered by cash contributions and/or additional funding
sources, resulting in as little additional out of pocket costs as possible for Bayfield County; and,
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that Bayfield County will comply with State rules for the program
and meet the financial obligations under the Stewardship grant; and,
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Bayfield County Board of Supervisors, assembled this 25th
day of January 2022, does hereby approve the Knowles-Nelson Stewardship County Forest Land Grant
Acquisition project, as presented.
Motion by Strand, seconded by Zepczyk to adopt Resolution No. 2022-06 Knowles-Nelson
Stewardship Grant for County Forest Land Acquisition. Motion carried, 12-0, 1 absent.
20. Discussion and Possible Action, 2021 Budget Amendments:
a) Bayfield County Resolution No. 2022-07; 2021 Forestry and Parks Department Year
End Budget Amendment:
2021 Year End Budget Amendments
Forestry and Parks Department
WHEREAS, as per Wisconsin State Statute 28.11(9)(d), Bayfield County is required to distribute 10%
of net timber sale proceeds to towns that contain county forest lands; and,
WHEREAS, the 2021 expense budget for the 10% net timber sale receipts due to Towns (100-34-
56125-50590) was $300,000; and,
WHEREAS, the combined 2021 revenue budget for county forest stumpage (100-34-46811 & 100-34-
46815) was $3,000,000; and,
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WHEREAS, the actual county forest timber sale revenue for CY 2021 was $3,852,289.52; and,
WHEREAS, the required 10% timber sale payment due to the towns totaled $385,228.95; and,
WHEREAS, over the course of a year, the Department applies for and often receives various grants
and/or aids to assist in the management of the County Forest program; and,
WHEREAS, in 2021, the Department received two different wildlife grants, Wild Turkey Stamp and
Pittman-Robertson Wildlife Habitat, to assist in the development of barrens habitat on the county forest
lands; and,
WHEREAS, the total value of these two grants were $25,874.10 and $63,773.47, respectively.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Bayfield County Board of Supervisors assembled
this 25th day of January 2022, approves the following 2021 budget amendments:
Increase Revenue:
2021 Sale of Wood-CFL-County Share 100-34-46811 by $ 76,706
2021 10% County Forestry-Towns 100-34-46815 by $ 8,523
2021 Turkey Stamp State Grant 100-34-43584-003 by $ 25,874
2021 WI Habitat Partnership Grant 100-34-43581-010 by $ 63,773
Total Revenue: $174,876
Increase Expense:
10% Timber Sales Due to Towns 100-34-56125-50590 by $ 85,229
2021 Turkey Stamp State Grant 100-34-56177-50290 by $ 25,874
2021 WI Habitat Partnership Grant 100-34-56147-50290 by $ 63,773
Total Expense: $174,876
b) Bayfield County Resolution No. 2022-08; County Administrator 2021 Budget
Amendment:
County Administrator 2021 Budget Amendment
WHEREAS, Staffing changes made at the end of 2020 were not reflected in the 2021 budget; and,
WHEREAS, this change, sharing a staffing member, resulted in reduced expenditures in the County
Clerk’s Office; and,
WHEREAS, Additional wage and benefit costs were incurred in the County Administrator’s Office.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Bayfield County Board of Supervisors assembled
this 25th day of January 2022, does hereby authorize the following budget amendments:
Increase Revenue: 100-00-49301 by $15,660
Increase Health Insurance Expenses: 100-07-51411-50154 by $15,660
c) Bayfield County Resolution No. 2022-09; County Clerk 2021 Budget Amendment:
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County Clerk 2021 Budget Amendment
WHEREAS, Municipal election expenses are paid for by the County Clerk’s Office and then
reimbursed by municipalities; and,
WHEREAS, Account changes were made in 2021 resulting in a separation of revenues and expenses.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Bayfield County Board of Supervisors assembled
this 25th day of January 2022, does hereby authorize the following budget amendments:
Increase Revenue: 100-10-47312 by $20,872
Increase Expenses: 100-10-51441-50210 by $ 6,110
100-10-51441-50313 by $ 9,847
100-10-51441-50320 by $ 4,915
Total Expenses: $20,872
d) Bayfield County Resolution No. 2022-10; Capital Improvement Fund NextGen 911
Budget Amendment:
Capital Improvement Fund NextGen 911 Budget Amendment
WHEREAS, the Wisconsin Department of Military Affairs/Office of Emergency Communications has
awarded the Bayfield County Sheriff’s Office a grant to assist in the upgrade to NextGen 9-1-1
equipment; and,
WHEREAS, the expenses came to $130,150 for the completion of the program/projects related to
upgrading to the NextGen 9-1-1; and,
WHEREAS, the total NextGen 9-1-1 grant award received is $81,216; and,
WHEREAS, the Bayfield County Board authorized Resolution 2020-08 to submit the grant and over
the remaining 40% of the total cost and was amended into the 2020 budget but were not expenses that
year.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Bayfield County Board of Supervisors assembled
this 25th day of January 2022, does hereby authorize the 2021 Capital Improvement Fund Budget Line
Items to be amended to reflect increase in revenues and expenses to:
Increase Revenue: 430-17-43522-010 by $ 81,216
430-00-49301 by $ 48,934
Total Revenue $130,150
Increase NextGen 9-1-1
Repair & Maint. Expenses: 430-17-52605-50820 by $130,150
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e) Bayfield County Resolution No. 2022-11; Capital Improvement Fund Jail Remodel
Budget Amendment:
Capital Improvement Fund 2021 Jail Remodel Budget Amendment
WHEREAS, the Bayfield County Board through Resolution 2021-22 authorized a Jail Remodel Project
to provide additional holding cells including a padded cell to adjust to special needs; and,
WHEREAS, the expenses incurred for the project in 2020 were $657,694.77; and,
WHEREAS, the total approved amendment for expenses in 2020 was $676,452; and,
WHEREAS, there is a remaining balance of $18,757.23; and,
WHEREAS, the final bill for the remodel was paid in June 2021.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Bayfield County Board of Supervisors assembled
this 25th day of January 2022, does hereby authorize the 2021 Capital Improvement Budget for the
Sheriff’s Office be amended to reflect increase in revenues and expenses to:
Increase Revenue: 430-70-49301 by $11,281
Increase Capital Expenses: 430-17-57100-50820 by $11,281
f) Bayfield County Resolution No. 2022-12; Squad Car Fund Budget Amendment –
Sheriff’s Office:
2021 Squad Car Fund Budget Amendment – Sheriff’s Office
WHEREAS, the 2021 Sheriff’s Squad Car Fund expense budget is used for squad related expenses with
revenues coming from insurance recoveries, sale of vehicles and depreciation (squad mileage charges);
and,
WHEREAS, Repair and Maintenance service costs exceeded budget expenses; and,
WHEREAS, Fuel costs for both gas and CNG exceeded budgeted figures; and,
WHEREAS, Insurance and insurance deductibles on Vehicles exceeded budgeted figures; and,
WHEREAS, Interest Expense Capital Lease expenses were not budgeted in 2021; and,
WHEREAS, the Sheriff’s Squad Fund Balance account has a sufficient balance to cover these expenses.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Bayfield County Board of Supervisors assembled
this 25th day of January 2022, does hereby authorize the 2021 Sheriff’s Squad Car Fund budget be
amended to reflect the expenses from unexpected costs to:
Increase Squad Fund Balance: 760-76-49301 by $34,200
Increase Expenses:
Repair & Maintenance 760-76-52120-50350 by $10,517
Fuel Expenses 760-76-52120-50351 by $10,959
Interest/Capital Lease Expense 760-76-52120-50621 by $ 1,612
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Insurance on Vehicles 760-76-52120-50512 by $ 2,443
Insurance Deductible Expense 760-76-52120-50513 by $ 7,000
CNG Expenses 760-76-52120-50354 by $ 1,669
Total Expenses: $34,200
g) Bayfield County Resolution No. 2022-13; Extension Bayfield County 2021 Budget
Amendment:
Extension Bayfield County 2021 Budget Amendment
WHEREAS, the University of Wisconsin-Madison Division of Extension Bayfield County agriculture
program has established the planting of the “Chequamegon Go-First Farm,” a hazelnut research planting
at the Bayfield Business Park, which was approved by the Bayfield County Board of Supervisors in
January 2021; and,
WHEREAS, the hazelnut research planting incurs maintenance costs; and,
WHEREAS, mandatory furloughs of UW Extension staff in 2021 reduced the County’s contract fees,
resulting in an unused portion of Bayfield County’s budget allocation to the Extension office
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Bayfield County Board of Supervisors assembled
this 25th day of January 2022, does hereby authorize the following budget amendments:
Go First Farm Program Operating
Supplies
Increase 292-25-55656-50340 $ 2,216
Transfer from 100 Fund Increase 292-29-49201 $ 2,216
Transfer to 292 Fund Increase 100-00-59292-50998 $ 2,216
Board Per Diems Decrease 100-25-55622-50140 $ 1,100
CRD Agent Operating Supplies Decrease
100-25-55626-50340 $ 1,116
h) Bayfield County Resolution No. 2022-14; To Accept TUFTS Telehealth Funding (THIS-
WIC) for 2021:
To Accept TUFTS Telehealth Funding (THIS-WIC) for 2021
WHEREAS, the Bayfield County Health Department has received grant funding in the amount of
$5,492.00 from the State of Wisconsin, Department of Health Services. This will allow WIC staff to
pilot an online nutrition education platform that will enhance virtual clinic visits. Grant start date is
October 1, 2021. Total award to be expended by December 31, 2022; and,
WHEREAS, the 2021 Budget does not contain any projections to account for any revenue or
expenditures for said grant; and,
WHEREAS, it is the desire of the Bayfield County Board of Health to accept and expend said grant in
2021.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Bayfield County Board of Supervisors assembled
this 25th day of January 2022, hereby authorizes the use of Revenue Account Number 100-20-43550-024
and Expense Account Number 100-20-54128 for the THIS-WIC; and,
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BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Bayfield County Board of Supervisors hereby amends the
2021 budget by $1,050.00 for grant revenue/expenses:
Increase Revenue:
WIC Outreach Award 100-20-43550-011 by $1,050
Increase Expenses:
Full-Time 100-20-54128-50121 by $ 492
Part-Time 100-20-54128-50122 by $ 296
Temp Employee 100-20-54123-50123 by $ 9
FICA/Medicare 100-20-54123-50151 by $ 52
Retirement 100-20-54123-50152 by $ 46
Health Insurance 100-20-54123-50154 by $ 155
Total Expenses: $1,050
i) Bayfield County Resolution No. 2022-15; County Fleet Budget Amendment:
2021 County Fleet Fund Budget Amendment
WHEREAS, the 2021 County Fleet Fund expense budget is used for fleet vehicle related expenses with
revenues coming from insurance recoveries, sale of vehicles and depreciation (fleet mileage charges);
and,
WHEREAS, Fuel costs for both gas and CNG exceeded budgeted figures; and,
WHEREAS, the County Fleet Fund Balance account has a sufficient balance to cover these expenses.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Bayfield County Board of Supervisors assembled
this 25th day of January 2022, does hereby authorize the 2021 County Fleet Fund budget be amended to
reflect the expenses from unexpected costs to:
Increase County Fleet Fund Balance: 720-72-49201 by $2,400
Increase Expenses:
Fuel Expenses 720-72-51415-50351 by $2,400
j) Bayfield County Resolution No. 2022-16; Emergency Management 2021 Budget
Amendment:
Emergency Management 2021 Budget Amendment
WHEREAS, Bayfield County Emergency Management contracted with West Safety Services for
annual maintenance of the 9-1-1 System this expense was unanticipated because the final payment for
maintenance should have been paid in 2020 but was paid in 2021; and,
WHEREAS, Staff retirement in 2021 added unexpected expense in Sick Payout; and,
WHEREAS, a grant reimbursement for the Bayfield County Hazard Mitigation Plan was received, but
was not expected in 2021; and,
WHEREAS, a donation was given for educational supplies in the amount of $5,000; and,
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WHEREAS, addressing fees and expenses were more than originally budgeted for.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Bayfield County Board of Supervisors assembled
this 25th day of January 2022, does hereby authorize the following budget amendments:
Increase Revenue:
Mitigation 100-18-43523-005 by $31,200
Donations 100-18-48521 by $ 5,000
911 Sign System Fee 100-18-46911 by $ 9,000
Total Revenue $45,200
Increase Expense:
Donation 100-18-52508-50348 by $ 5,000
911 Sign System Expense 100-18-52601-50390 by $ 9,000
Sick Leave 100-18-52501-50131 by $14,200
Contractual 100-18-52501-50290 by $17,000
Total Expense $45,200
Motion by Crandall, seconded by Ray to adopt Resolutions No. 2022-07; 2022-08; 2022-09;
2022-10; 2022-11; 2022-12; 2022-13; 2022-14; 2022-15; and 2022-16 Budget Amendments for
the Forestry and Parks, County Administrator, County Clerk Departments, Capital Improvement
Fund, Sheriff’s Office, the UW Extension, Health Departments, County Fleet Fund, and
Emergency Management Departments. Roll Call Vote: Sandstrom-yes; Fickbohm-yes; Silbert-
yes; Ray-yes; Dougherty-yes; Rondeau-absent; Oswald-yes; Strand-yes; Milanowski-yes;
Snilsberg-yes; Zepczyk-yes; Crandall-yes; Pocernich-yes. Motion carried, 12-0, 1 absent.
21. Discussion and Possible Action Regarding Appointments:
a) Appointments to the Bayfield County Criminal Justice Council, Luke Kleczka,
Miranda Williams, and Andy Mika:
Motion by Crandall, seconded by Milanowski to approve the appointments of Luke Kleczka,
Miranda Williams, and Andy Mika to the Bayfield County Criminal Justice Council. Motion
carried, 12-0, 1 absent.
b) Reappoint Jim Crandall as the Bayfield County Representative to the Northern Waters
Library Service:
Motion by Oswald, seconded by Ray to approve the reappointment of Jim Crandall to the
Northern Waters Library Service as the Bayfield County Representative. Motion carried, 12-0, 1
absent.
22. Bayfield County Resolution No. 2022-17:
Authorizing Bayfield County to Participate in the Department of Natural Resources
Municipal Dam Grant Program
WHEREAS, Bayfield County owns Drummond Lake Dam and requests financial assistance under
s. 31.385 and s. 227.11, Wis. Stats., and ch. NR 335, Wis. Adm. Code, for the purpose of dam repair;
and,
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WHEREAS, the state share for such a project may not exceed 50 percent (50%) of the first
$1,000,000.00 of total eligible projects costs nor 25 percent (25%) of the next $2,000,000.00 of
total eligible project costs; and,
WHEREAS, Bayfield County plans to hire an engineer to examine and assist with plans for
repairs to the dam valve and concrete abutment repair; and
WHEREAS, preliminary, estimated expenses are anticipated to be in the $50,000 range for both
engineering and construction; and
WHEREAS, projects that are engineered stand a better chance of funding and engineering will
be covered at 50% by the grant if awarded;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Bayfield County Board of Supervisors,
assembled this 25th day of January, 2022 hereby authorizes the Bayfield County Administrator
to:
• Submit an application to the DNR for financial aid under ch. NR 335, Wis. Adm. Code;
• Sign grant agreement documents;
• Sign engineering contracts and commence work up to $20,000.
• Take all necessary action to complete the project associated with any grant agreement;
and
• Submit reimbursement claims along with necessary supporting documentation; and,
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that Bayfield County agrees to pay a share of the eligible
costs which is equal to the total project cost minus the state share.
Motion by Ray, seconded by Zepczyk to adopt Resolution No. 2022-17 To Authorize the Bayfield
County Application for the Drummond Lake Dam to the Department of Natural Resources
Municipal Dam Grant Program. Roll Call Vote: Crandall-yes; Milanowski-yes; Strand-yes;
Silbert-yes; Ray-yes; Dougherty-yes; Sandstrom-yes; Fickbohm-yes; Oswald-yes; Snilsberg-yes;
Zepczyk-yes; Pocernich-yes; Rondeau-absent. Motion carried, 12-0, 1 absent.
23. Bayfield County Resolution No. 2022-18:
Applying for Highway Department Microgrid /EV Charging Project
WHEREAS, the Bayfield County Highway Department provides essential “lifeline” services to county
residents including road construction and repair, snow plowing, and emergency services; and,
WHEREAS, reliable power at all times is important for the department to function and provide
emergency response; and,
WHEREAS, the Highway Department applied for and received funding for a backup generator in the
2021; and,
WHEREAS, the county applied for and received a feasibility study in 2021 investigating the need and
benefit of a microgrid and how the County Forestry Office and Highway Department would benefit
from more reliable power; and,
WHEREAS, the feasibility study revealed that a microgrid would benefit the Highway Garage but is
not cost effective for the Forestry Garage; and,
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WHEREAS, the State Energy Office with the Wisconsin PSC is offering funds for microgrid and EV
charging project implementation through the Energy Innovations Grant Program in 2022.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Bayfield County Board of Supervisors, assembled
this 25th day of January, 2022, does hereby support the application of a Microgrid Project at the Bayfield
County Highway Garage.
Motion by Crandall, seconded by Milanowski to adopt Resolution No. 2022-18 Applying for
Highway Microgrid / EV Charging Project. Motion carried, 12-0, 1 absent.
24. Bayfield County Resolution No. 2022-19:
Bayfield County Resolution in Support of Municipal Funding
WHEREAS, Bayfield County has a very close working relationship with units of local government in
the County; and,
WHEREAS, Intergovernmental cooperation and collaboration is essential for community advancement
and project success; and,
WHEREAS, Bayfield County is working to address serious challenges including labor force and
business development, affordable and workforce housing, and senior care in Bayfield County with a
senior population aging twice as fast as the rest of the State of Wisconsin; and,
WHEREAS, Lower median income, higher unemployment, and tremendous seasonal swings in the
economy are serious hurdles for the region; and,
WHEREAS, the County and Municipalities are actively focused on addressing these and other priority
topics to support current and future residents and the State of Wisconsin.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that Bayfield County strongly endorses municipal requests
for State and Federal funds that address these core and related issues; and,
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Bayfield County Board of Supervisors supports the County
Board Chair and County Administrator to further express support for specific local government project
applications that are deemed to provide long-term benefit to the county as a whole; and,
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, Bayfield County encourages local units of government to evaluate
priorities, strategize on solutions, and apply for assistance as applicable.
Motion by Strand, seconded by Dougherty to adopt Resolution No. 2022-19 Bayfield County
Resolution in Support of Municipal Funding. Motion carried, 12-0, 1 absent.
25. Bayfield County Resolution No. 2022-20:
Jail/Annex and Fairgrounds Roof Budget Amendment
WHEREAS, Bayfield County solicited bids for three roofing projects, a new multi-ply roof on the
western half of the Annex/Jail, repairs on the eastern half of the jail and replacement of the maintenance
building roof at the fairgrounds; and,
WHEREAS, a total of $516,000 was budgeted; and,
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WHEREAS, Bids came in at a combined total of $695,600, a 6% contingency equals $41,700 for a total
of $737,300.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Maintenance Department capital improvement
fund line item for roof expenditures be increased by $221,300; and,
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that General Fund balances will be transferred to the 430 Capital
Improvement Fund to make up this difference; and,
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Bayfield County Board of Supervisors assembled this 25th
day of January 2022, does hereby authorize the Bayfield County Administrator and County Clerk to
execute all necessary contract documents:
Increase Fund Balance Applied: 100-00-49301 by $221,300
Transfer from Other Funds: 430-70-49201 by $221,300
Transfer to CIP General Fund: 100-00-59430-50820 by $221,300
Increase Capital Expenditures: 430-14-57100-50820 by $221,300
Motion by Silbert, seconded by Fickbohm to adopt Resolution No. 2022-20 Jail/Annex and
Fairgrounds Roof Budget Amendment. Roll Call Vote: Zepcyzk-yes; Snilsberg-yes; Silbert-yes;
Sandstrom-yes; Oswald-yes; Fickbohm-yes; Dougherty-yes; Ray-yes; Strand-yes; Milanowski-
yes; Crandall-yes; Pocernich-yes; Rondeau-absent. Motion carried, 12-0, 1 absent.
26. Discussion and Possible Action Regarding WI DNR Emergency Fire Warden Organization
List
Motion by Crandall, seconded by Oswald to adopt the 2022 Emergency Fire Warden
Organization List. Motion carried, 12-0, 1 absent.
27. Reports;
a) County Board Rules: Abeles-Allison reported that the Executive Committee will be reviewing
the County Board Rules to determine if the County Board processes need to be more thoroughly
outlined.
b) Future County Board Meeting Dates:
a. March 1, 2022 (one week later due to Superior Days)
b. March 29, 2022
c. April 19, 2022 (statutory requirement) c) Housing Report: Abeles-Allison explained that housing efforts are continuing throughout the
county and that the Bayfield County and Washburn Housing Authorities are proceeding with a
project to repair and redevelop 168 housing authority properties throughout the county.
d) WCA Policy Resolutions: Abeles-Allison informed the board that resolutions are due by end of
April.
e) ARPA Project Updates: Abeles-Allison reviewed ARPA projects that are currently underway
and a project that has been completed.
f) EMS Committee: Abeles-Allison reported that the EMS Advisory Committee will be meeting
again in February and that one of the most prevalent EMS issues brought forward during the
meetings has been staffing. Fickbohm stated that improving broadband throughout Bayfield
County may increase volunteerism as more citizens are able to work from home, making it easier
to take a call.
g) Thank You Cards
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28. Supervisors’ Reports:
Chairman Pocernich asked if the jail was due for an inspection. Oswald stated the jail was inspected late
2021 but the topic would be addressed at the next Sheriff’s Committee meeting.
Chairman Pocernich dispensed with closed session due to the time constraints of the meeting.
29. Adjournment:
There being no further business to come before the Bayfield County Board of Supervisors,
Chairman Pocernich adjourned the meeting at 8:28 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
LYNN M. DIVINE
Bayfield County Clerk
LMD/pat