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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
August 30, 2022 6:00 p.m.
Meeting Held in the Bayfield County Board Room, Courthouse, Washburn, WI
The meeting of the Bayfield County Board of Supervisors was called to order at 6:01 p.m. by Bayfield
County Chairman Dennis M. Pocernich. A roll call was taken by County Clerk- Lynn Divine, as follows:
Steve Sandstrom-present; Mary Dougherty-present; Larry Fickbohm-absent (excused); Charly Ray-present;
Jeremy Oswald-present; Jeff Silbert-present; Fred Strand-present; John Rautio-present; Marty Milanowski-
present; Madelaine Rekemeyer-present; Jim Crandall-present; Brett Rondeau-absent; Dennis Pocernich-
present. Total: 11 present, 2 absent. A quorum was present to conduct business.
The following were also present for today’s meeting: Human Resources Director- Kris Kavajecz; County
Clerk- Lynn M. Divine; Tourism Director- Mary Motiff; Fair Coordinator- David Eades; UW Extension
Area Director- Mary Pardee; Public Service Commission Chairperson- Rebecca Valcq; CheqBay
Renewables President- Bill Bailey; Norvado CEO- Chad Young; Bayfield Wireless CEO- Mike Cariveau;
UW Extension Justice Involved Families’ Specialist- Liz Lexau; Trails North ATV Club President- Jim
Bender; and Clerk III- Paige Terry.
3. Pledge of Allegiance: The Pledge of Allegiance was recited by all in attendance.
4. Wisconsin Public Service Commission Presentation, Bill Bailey, CheqBay Renewables,
Chad Young, Norvado and Mike Cariveau, Bayfield Wireless and PSC Chairperson
Rebecca Cameron Valcq: Bill Bailey, CheqBay Renewables President, delivered a presentation
regarding the renewable energy projects that have been completed by Bayfield County. Bailey
gave an update on the Northern Lights Services solar project that is underway and stated that the
projects has surpassed a $23,000 value in donated solar panels. Bailey commended Northern
Lights CEO, Pauline Darling, for her support of the project. Chad young, Norvado CEO, gave a
summary of Norvado’s service area and available services. Young reported that the entire
Norvado network will be fiber-to-home by the end of the year and spoke about future projects
that Norvado is anticipating. Mike Cariveau, Bayfield Wireless CEO, gave a brief history of
Bayfield Wireless. Human Resources Director, Kristine Kavajecz, thanked the presenters and
introduced Public Service Commission Chairperson, Rebecca Valcq to the board.
Valcq reviewed the responsibilities and roles of the Public Service Commission as well as her
role as Chairperson. The three goals for 2022 of the Public Service Commission are: to continue
to close the digital divide; to build a roadmap for a responsible and cost-effective transition to
zero carbon by 2050; and to center the PSC’s actions and decisions on inclusion, diversity,
equity, and affordability. Valcq talked about all the projects being undertaken to meet the three
goals and funding options that are available for entities looking to pursue renewable energy and
broadband expansion.
Sandstrom questioned what plans the PSC has for moving renewable energy from where it is
produced to where it is needed. Valcq explained the PSC’s process for reviewing transmission
plans and goals for transmitting energy throughout the state. Silbert thanked Valcq for visiting.
Oswald asked Valcq if it would be best for a private industry to reach out to local government to
assist with contacting the PSC or to reach out to the PSC directly. Valcq replied that it is always
best to start local.
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5. Public Comment: Jim Bender, Trails North ATV Club President, spoke on behalf of Item 11 on
the agenda and informed the board that the Club has opened two sections of highway to add two
new ATV routes. Bender explained that the Club is dedicated to the safety of the sport and the
club will drive a proposed route to ensure its safety and encouraged the board to approve Item
11.
6. Discussion and Possible Action, Minutes from July 26, 2022:
Motion by Milanowski, seconded by Sandstrom to approve the Minutes of the Monthly Bayfield
County Board of Supervisors Meeting held on July 26, 2022. Motion carried, 11-0, 2 absent.
7. Bayfield County Resolution No. 2022-86:
Bayfield County 2022 Fair Recognition and Proclamation
WHEREAS, the County Fair celebrates Bayfield County, its people and culture; and,
WHEREAS, People of all ages participate in the Fair, from the very young exhibiting their projects, to
the superintendents with years of experience; and,
WHEREAS, Any resident of the State of Wisconsin can enter items for judging at the Bayfield County
Fair; and,
WHEREAS, the Fair attracts and involves a diverse group of participants ranging from the members of
the county’s 4H clubs, implement dealers, Tuff Truck racers, Dirt Dash organizers and participants,
youth pedal tractor pull contestants, 3 on 3 basketball teams, volunteers, and sponsors; and,
WHEREAS, Holding a county fair is a major event requiring a full year of planning, coordinating,
organizing and promoting; and,
WHEREAS, the Bayfield County Fair has a major impact on the Town of Iron River and the Fair’s
success would be impossible without the help of the Town, Fire Department, Emergency Medical
Services and the whole Community; and,
WHEREAS, the Bayfield County Fair Committee and staff worked tirelessly in 2022 to prepare for this
year’s event; and,
WHEREAS, In addition to normal events and activities, the 2022 Fair had major staffing changes, from
the fairgrounds Caretaker and maintenance staff to the Fair Coordinator; and,
WHEREAS, As Director of the Tourism Department, Mary Motiff has led the Fair effort for twelve
years now with a team that this year included: David Eades, Molly McCool, Ursula Garrison,
McKenzie Tuura, Harvey Anderson, John Kurak, and Steve Marefka, along with Jessica Soulier from
DHS, staff from the Highway Department, dozens of volunteers and temporary staff;
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Bayfield County Board of Supervisors assembled
this 30th day of August 2022, do hereby recognize the Bayfield County Fair Committee members Chair
Larry Fickbohm, Vice Chair Steve Sandstrom, Jim Crandall, Jeremy Oswald, John Rautio AND the
Bayfield County Fair Staff; and,
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BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that in anticipation of the 2023 Bayfield County Fair, the Bayfield
County Board of Supervisors, do hereby Proclaim the month of June 2023 as Fair Engagement Month in
Bayfield County.
Tourism Director, Mary Motiff, reviewed a summary of the fair’s revenue numbers compared to
previous years and gave a brief overview of the fair. Motiff presented a trophy to Jim Crandall
for his efforts and contributions to the fair. Pocernich suggested that Ursula Garrison’s name be
added to the resolution.
Motion by Crandall, seconded by Milanowski to adopt Resolution No. 2022-86 Bayfield County
2022 Fair Recognition and Proclamation with the correction to add former fair coordinator
Ursula Garrison to the resolution. Motion carried, 11-0, 2 absent.
8. Bayfield County Resolution No. 2022-87:
Appreciation for Elizabeth “Liz” Lexau and Her Service to Bayfield County
Through Extension Education
WHEREAS, Liz Lexau has served Bayfield County with honor and dedication as an Extension
Educator for 13 years; and,
WHEREAS, Liz has provided high quality and significant programming through collaboration and
partnerships with local agencies and organizations; and,
WHEREAS, Liz’s work has directly impacted the issues faced by citizens of Bayfield County and the
Red Cliff Band of Lake Superior Chippewa; and,
WHEREAS, Liz found innovative ways to reach underserved audiences through the development of
programs such as Parents Connect, Money Matters, and Literacy Link; and,
WHEREAS, Liz’s educational efforts around family resilience, parenting, financial capability and
reducing the damaging effects of Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) for children has helped
families deal with problems associated with addiction and incarceration; and,
WHEREAS, Liz has excelled in Extension education and outreach at the local, regional and state levels,
while upholding the highest standards of collegiality and professionalism.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Bayfield County Board of Supervisors assembled
this 30th day of August 2022, honors Elizabeth Lexau for her years of public service to Bayfield County
and expresses gratitude for her efforts, wishing her well in the years ahead.
UW Extension Area Director, Mary Pardee, read Resolution No. 2022-87. Liz Lexau spoke
favorably of her years with Bayfield County.
Motion by Silbert, seconded by Rekemeyer to adopt Resolution No. 2022-87 In Recognition and
Appreciation of Liz Lexau. Motion carried, 11-0, 2 absent.
9. Bayfield County Resolution No. 2022-88:
In Appreciation of Verne Gilles
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WHEREAS, for 73 years, Verne Gilles was a 4-H member and 4-H volunteer whose leadership and
endless enthusiasm at the local and state level influenced countless youth in Bayfield County and across
the State of Wisconsin; and,
WHEREAS, Verne organized and led the Woodland Workers 4-H Club, was active in the Bayfield
County 4-H Leaders Association, Wisconsin State 4-H Leader Council, State Plant Science Program
Committee, 4-H Policy Committee and teams that developed resources for 4-H volunteers statewide;
and,
WHEREAS, during his 30-year career with the United States General Accounting Office, Verne
returned to Bayfield County every summer to serve as the livestock superintendent at the Bayfield
County Fair; and,
WHEREAS, Verne Gilles passed away, at the age of 84, on August 5, 2022. His remarkable character,
warm and engaging personality and positive attitude will be deeply missed by many whose lives he
touched over the years;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Bayfield County Board of Supervisors assembled
this 30th day of August 2022, honors the life and memory of Verne Gilles for his many years of service
to the people and communities of Bayfield County.
Motiff, spoke in honor of Verne Gilles and his work and dedication to the Bayfield County Fair.
Motion by Crandall, seconded by Milanowski to adopt Resolution No. 2022-88 In Recognition of
Verne Gilles. Motion carried, 11-0, 2 absent.
10. Bayfield County Resolution No. 2022-89:
Bayfield County Celebrates National Preparedness Month September 2022
WHEREAS, Bayfield County’s participation in the September 2022 National Preparedness Month
activities creates an important opportunity for residents of Bayfield County to be prepared for natural
and other disaster emergencies where they live, work, and play; and,
WHEREAS, taking steps toward personal preparedness and ensuring that our households, workplaces,
schools, institutions of higher learning, houses of worship, and community-based organizations are
prepared for natural and other disasters can reduce fatalities and economic devastation following a major
crisis; and,
WHEREAS, participating in the September National Preparedness Month’s activities will increase the
number of citizens who understand which natural and other disasters could happen in our community;
and,
WHEREAS, our citizens will learn what to do to be safe and mitigate damages; and,
WHEREAS, the citizens of Bayfield County learn how to take action to increase their preparedness;
and,
WHEREAS, other federal, state, local, tribal, territorial, private, and volunteer agencies are working to
increase public activities in preparing for natural disaster emergencies and to encourage individuals to
act; and,
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WHEREAS, emergency preparedness is the responsibility of every citizen of the County and all
citizens are urged to make preparedness a priority and work together to ensure that individuals,
families, and communities are prepared for disasters and natural disaster emergencies of any type; and,
WHEREAS, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)’s annual September National
Preparedness Month’s activities will ensure that our community becomes a leader in preparedness and
contributes to our nation’s resilience.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Bayfield County Board of Supervisors assembled
this 30th day of August 2022, does hereby proclaim the month of September 2022 as National
Preparedness Month in Bayfield County.
Motion by Oswald, seconded by Ray to adopt Resolution No. 2022-89 Bayfield County
Celebrates National Preparedness Month, September 2022. Motion carried, 11-0, 2 absent.
11. Bayfield County Amendatory Ordinance No. 2022-09:
To Add 2 Routes to the All-Terrain Vehicles Designated Route in the Bayfield
County Code of Ordinances, Title 10 – Chapter 3
Title 10, Chapter 3, Motor Vehicles & Traffic
Chapter 3: All-Terrain Vehicles and
Off-Road Motor Vehicle Operation
Sec. 10-3-1 State All-Terrain Vehicle Laws Adopted.
The provisions describing and defining regulations with respect to all-terrain vehicles in §23.33,
Wis. Stats., and any future amendments or revisions, are hereby adopted by reference and
made part of this Section as if fully set forth therein.
Sec. 10-3-2 Purpose.
Taking consideration of the economical and recreational value weighted against possible
dangers, liability aspects, terrain involved, traffic density and public health, this ordinance has
been created to designate certain all-terrain vehicle routes on portions of existing county
highways, to identify the procedure for establishment of additional all-terrain vehicle routes in
the county, to set forth conditions of operation of all-terrain vehicles on the county trunk
highway system and signage, suspension and revocation of all-terrain vehicle routes, and to
specify penalties for violation of this ordinance.
Sec. 10-3-3 Authority.
This ordinance is enacted pursuant to County Board authority under Wis. Stat. 59.02, as
authorized by 23.33 (11)(am) and 23.33 (8)(b).
Sec. 10-3-4 Establishment of ATV Routes.
County Trunk Highways designated as ATV routes shall be established and approved by the
Bayfield County Board upon recommendation by the Highway Committee. The Highway
Committee shall develop policies and procedures for the designation of ATV routes including
appropriate criteria for making a designation.
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Sec. 10-3-5 Operation of All-Terrain Vehicles on the County Trunk
Highway System
(a) All ATV’s shall operate only on the extreme right side of the paved
portion of the roadway. Operation of an ATV on the shoulder, ditch
or right-of-way is prohibited and illegal.
(b) All ATV operators shall observe and obey posted speed limits. The
speed limit for ATVs traveling on designated routes is 40 mph
unless otherwise posted.
(c) All ATV operators shall ride in single file.
(d) ATV operators shall yield the right-of-way to other vehicular traffic
and pedestrians.
(e) All ATV operators shall have their headlight and taillight illuminated
at all times while operating on a county highway.
(f) All persons under the age of 18 must wear a helmet when
operating or riding an ATV.
(g) All ATV operators will be in compliance with Statutory Regulations.
(h) All ATV operators assume all the usual and normal risks of ATV
operation while on the approved County Highway route(s).
Sec. 10-3-6 Signage of ATV Routes.
Any ATV signage on County Trunk Highway right-of-way will be installed by the Bayfield
County Highway Department which shall be reimbursed for time and materials by the Route
Sponsor. All signage will be in accordance with Wisconsin Administrative Code NR 64.12 (7).
Any removal, damage, defacing, moving, or obstructing of signage is illegal and prohibited.
Sec. 10-3-7 Enforcement.
This ordinance shall be enforced by the Bayfield County Sheriff’s Department or any other law
enforcement official as set forth in Wis. Statute 23.33(12).
Sec. 10-3-8 Violations.
(a) Wisconsin state All-Terrain Vehicle penalties as found in s. 23.33 (13) (a) Wis.
Stats., are adopted by reference.
(b) Forfeiture: The penalty for violation of any provision of this Chapter shall be a
forfeiture, in accordance with Title 1, Chapter 2 of the Bayfield County Code of
Ordinances, together with the court costs and fees and the applicable penalty
assessment. Forfeiture for violation of any ATV regulation(s) set forth in the
Wisconsin Statutes adopted by reference in this Chapter shall conform to the
forfeiture penalty permitted to be imposed under the applicable statute(s).
Sec. 10-3-9 Maintenance. Approval of highway segments as ATV routes does not
imply that additional maintenance will be provided by the Bayfield County Highway
Department. These segments will be maintained like any other segment of County Highway,
and Bayfield County makes no representation as to their condition or fitness for ATV use.
Sec. 10-3-10 Designated Routes.
The following routes are designated all-terrain vehicles routes in Bayfield County:
1. CTH H (Scenic Drive to Finger Lake Road) – 0.15 mile (Adopted May 17, 2014
2. CTH N (Hiatt Road to Longview Road) 2.26 miles
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3. CTH N (STH 27 To Kickapoo Trail) 4.64 miles (Adopted Nov. 28, 2014)
4. CTH D (CTH M to Pioneer Road) 6.07 miles (Adopted Jan. 26, 2016)
5. CTH C (Siskiwit Lake Road to Mountain Road) 0.51 mile (Siskiwit Falls Road to
Huron Avenue) 0.21 mile
6. CTH E (Sutherland to STH 63) 1.19 miles
7. CTH N (Pease Road to CTH A) 0.50 mile
8. CTH A (CTH N to Kickapoo Trail) 0.25 miles
9. CTH F (USH 2 to STH 63) (Adopted Aug. 27, 2013) – 3.47 miles (Adopted May 27, 2014)
10. CTH E (USH 2 to Keystone Road) (Adopted Aug. 27, 2013) – 1.0 miles
11. CTH M (Kavanaugh Road to USH 63, (1 City Block) (Adopted Oct. 1, 2013) – 0.09 Mile
(Adopted May 27, 2014
12. CTH C (FR 696 to FR 697) – 0.25 Mile (Adopted May 27, 2014)
13. CTH H (Horstman Road to CTH E) – 1.96 miles (Adopted Nov. 28, 2014)
14. CTH E (CTH H to Panasuk Road) – 1.00 mile (Adopted Nov. 28, 2014)
15. CTH E (Lund Road to Faith Church Road) - .50 Miles (Adopted Nov. 28, 2014)
16. CTHE (Moonshine Alley Road to Olaf Johnson Road) – 1.00 Miles (Adopted Nov. 28,
2014)
17. CTH E (Andrew Anderson Road to Benoit Road) – .50 Miles (Adopted Nov. 28, 2014)
18. CTH E (Panasuk Road to Keystone Road) – 1.00 Mile (Adopted Nov. 28, 2014)
19. CTH M (Frels Road to Garmisch Road) – 2.72 miles (Adopted Aug. 30, 2016)
20. CTH D (Porcupine Lake Road to Club Lake Road) – 0.06 miles (Adopted Oct. 18,
2016)
21. CTH H (Scenic Drive West to E Knutson Drive) – .512 miles (Adopted January 26th,
2019)
22. CTH H (W Knutson Drive to South McCarry Lake Road) – .981 miles (Adopted
January 26th, 2019)
23. CTH H (North McCarry Lake Road to Busky Bay Drive – .964 miles (Adopted January
26th, 2019)
24. CTH M (Old Grade Road (FR191) and East Lake Five Road) – 1.1 miles (Adopted
February 13th, 2019)
25. CTH H (Hortsman Road to Finger Lake Road) – 4.48 miles (Adopted March13th, 2019)
26. CTH H (Scenic Drive to Scenic Drive) – 3.81 miles (Adopted March13th, 2019)
27. CTH G (USH 2 east to Pristash Road) – 2 miles (Adopted July 3rd, 2019)
28. CTH J (Highway 13 to Highway 13) – 8.24 miles (Adopted August 10th, 2019)
29. CTH I – .7 miles (Adopted August 10th, 2019)
30. CTH C (Big Pine Trail to Siskiwit Lake Road) – .25 miles (Adopted August 10th,
2019)
31. CTH D (Highway 63 to Camp 8 Road) – 3.25 miles (Adopted August 10th, 2019)
32. CTH H (McCarry Lake Road to McCarry Lake Road) – .79 miles (Adopted
August 10th, 2019)
33. CTH H (Buskey Bay Drive to Wayside Road) – 1.2 miles (Adopted August 10th,
2019)
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34. CTH D (Triangle Road to Pioneer Road) – 1 mile (Adopted September 7th, 2019)
35. CTH C (Big Rock Road to McKinley Road) – 1 mile (Adopted September 7th, 2019)
36. CTH C (29635 County Hwy C west to South Maple Hill Road) (Void upon
sale of home) – .6 mile (Adopted February 25th, 2020)
37. CTH Y (Intersection of CTH Y and Lake Road south to intersection of CTH Y and
South Shore Road in the Town of Barnes) – 1 mile
38. CTH Y (Starting from demarcation point 2.12 miles south of intersection of CTH Y
and State Hwy 27 north to intersection of CTH Y and CTH N, portion of CTH N to
State Hwy 27 to access trail) – 2.15 miles
39. CTH E (CTH H to Highway 63) – 9.4 miles
40. CTH A (Summit Street in the Town of Iron River south to Kolling Road) – 2.1 miles
Sec. 10-3-11 Suspension and Revocation of Route
(a) The Bayfield County Highway Commissioner shall have the authority to suspend
operation of any ATV route for up to ninety (90) days due to hazard, construction or
emergency conditions in any highway segment listed as a designated route.
Any ATV route may be revoked at any time by the Bayfield County Highway
Commissioner. At the next Bayfield County Highway Committee meeting following the
revocation, the committee shall take action to either uphold the revocation or overturn it.
Crandall reviewed the request to add two additional ATV routes. Silbert questioned why one of
the suggested routes appears to be longer than usual. Crandall deferred to Bender, who explained
that an ATV route currently exists from CTH H to CTH E and connects to Ino, but there is no
route to connect to Mason and the longer route would connect Mason. Discussion took place
regarding the Highway Committee’s process for evaluating suggested routes.
Motion by Crandall, seconded by Sandstrom to adopt Amendatory Ordinance No. 2022-09 To
Add 2 Routes to the All-Terrain Vehicles Designated Routes in the Bayfield County Code of
Ordinances, Title 10 – Chapter 3. Motion carried, 11-0, 2 absent.
12. Bayfield County Resolution No. 2022-90:
Request to Amend the 2022 UW-Extension Budget
WHEREAS, a contract has been made between the State of Wisconsin Department of Agriculture,
Trade and Consumer Protection and the University of Wisconsin-Madison and the University of
Wisconsin-Madison, Division of Extension Bayfield County Office (as a contractor), for a USDA
Agricultural Marketing Service’s Specialty Crop Block Grant CDFA#10.170 Award #21SCBWI1051-
00 “Establishing Table Grape Performance Trials in Wisconsin” over the 2022 and 2023 fiscal years for
a total of $6,455.00; and,
WHEREAS, the 2022 University of Wisconsin-Madison, Division of Extension Bayfield County
budget needs to be amended to reflect these increases in revenues and expenses:
Increase Revenue:
Table Grape Grant 292-25-43261 by $5,646.00
Total Revenue: $5,646.00
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Increase Expenditures:
Mileage 292-25-55658-50322 by $ 610.00
Operating Supplies 292-25-55658-50340 by $5,036.00
Total Expenditures: $5,646.00
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Bayfield County Board of Supervisors assembled
this 30th day of August 2022, does hereby amend the 2022 UW-Extension budget to reflect the increase
in revenues by $5,646.00 and the increase in expenditures by $5,646.00.
Pardee explained that UW Extension will be receiving additional money for the 2022 budget
year as part of a table grape grant.
Motion by Oswald, seconded by Rautio to adopt Resolution No. 2022-90 Request to Amend the
2022 UW Extension Budget. Roll Call Vote: Sandstrom-yes; Ray-yes; Strand-yes; Rekemeyer-
yes; Crandall-yes; Silbert-yes; Rautio-yes; Milanowski-yes; Oswald-yes; Dougherty-yes;
Pocernich-yes; Rondeau-absent; Fickbohm-absent. Motion carried, 11-0, 2 absent.
13. Bayfield County Resolution No. 2022-91:
Request to Amend the Bayfield County Land & Water Conservation 2022 Budget
WHEREAS, the Bayfield County Land and Water Conservation Department requests that their 2022
budget be amended as follows to reflect grant funding modifications; and,
WHEREAS, the Land & Water Conservation was awarded additional grant dollars in the GLRI Boat
Washer Grant (NWCMA) grant and in the DNR-WMA Grant (NCWMA) after the 2022 budget was
submitted;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Bayfield County Board of Supervisors assembled
this 30th day of August 2022, approves the following budget amendments to reflect modifications to the
grant, cost-share and/or cooperative agreements:
Increase Revenues:
(GLRI-Boat Washer Grant) 100-28-43273-003 by $ 14,383
(DNR-WMA Grant) 100-28-43590-103 by $ 8,500
Total Revenue: $ 22,883
Increase Expenses:
(GLRI-Boat Washer Grant) 100-28-56102-50290 by $ 14,383
(DNR-WMA Grant) 100-28-56139-50290 by $ 8,500
Total Expenses: $ 22,883
Motion by Ray, seconded by Strand to adopt Resolution No. 2022-91 Request to Amend the
Bayfield County Land & Water Conservation 2022 Budget. Roll Call Vote: Sandstrom-yes;
Dougherty-yes; Ray-yes; Oswald-yes; Silbert-yes; Strand-yes; Rautio-yes; Milanowski-yes;
Rekemeyer-yes; Crandall-yes; Pocernich-yes; Rondeau-absent; Fickbohm-absent. Motion
carried, 11-0, 2 absent.
14. Bayfield County Resolution No. 2022-92:
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DNR Lake Monitoring & Protection Network Grant Bayfield County Aquatic
Invasive Species Project 2023
WHEREAS, Bayfield County is committed to provide high quality water resources for use by the
public for recreation and enjoyment of natural beauty; and,
WHEREAS, Bayfield County is presently implementing the Bayfield County Aquatic Invasive Species
Strategic Plan, revised and adopted in November 2016, to protect all water resources in the county from
introductions of aquatic invasive species, to control those aquatic invasive species populations that exist,
and to help safeguard water quality, wildlife habitat, property values and the tourism industry; and,
WHEREAS, we recognize some activities of the plan need to be altered to strengthen the overall
prevention and containment strategies, and improve the risk assessment of AIS in the majority of high
use water bodies in the county; and,
WHEREAS, we are committed, experienced, networked, and qualified to carry out the responsibilities
of a lake monitoring & protection network grant;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Bayfield County Board of Supervisors assembled
this 30th day of August 2022, requests grant funding and assistance available from the Wisconsin
Department of Natural Resources under the “Lake Monitoring & Protection Network” and hereby
authorizes the County Conservationist, Land and Water Conservation Department, to act on behalf of
Bayfield County to:
• submit an application to the State of Wisconsin for financial aid for lake monitoring and
protection purposes; and
• sign documents; and
• take necessary action to undertake, direct, and complete an approved lake monitoring and
protection network grant; and
• submit reimbursement claims along with necessary supporting documentation within three
months of project completion date; and,
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT Bayfield County will meet the obligations of the lake
monitoring and protection network project including timely publication of the results and meet the
financial obligations of a lake monitoring and protection grant.
Motion by Ray, seconded by Rautio to adopt Resolution No. 2022-92 DNR Lake Monitoring &
Protection Network Grant Bayfield County Aquatic Invasive Species Project 2023. Motion
carried, 11-0, 2 absent.
15. Bayfield County Resolution No. 2022-93:
Bayfield County Refueling Readiness Budget Amendment for the Bayfield County
Highway Garage in Washburn
WHEREAS, Bayfield County applied for and received a refueling readiness grant for a backup
generator at the Bayfield County Highway Garage; and,
WHEREAS, this project will improve resilience of the Bayfield County Highway Department in the
event of a power outage; and,
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WHEREAS, this project will also project backup fueling assistance to other emergency service
providers as needed in the event of an extended power outage; and,
WHEREAS, $40,000 was budgeted in 2022 for this project; and,
WHEREAS, Grant funds will pay for two thirds of the cost of the installation.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Bayfield County Board of Supervisors assembled
this 30th day of August 2022, does hereby approve the following budget amendments:
Increase Revenues 430-00-43510-001: $37,500
Increases Expenses: 430-71-57100-50820 $ 37,500
Motion by Strand, seconded by Ray to adopt Resolution No. 2022-93 Bayfield County Refueling
Readiness Budget Amendment for the Bayfield County Highway Garage in Washburn. Roll Call
Vote: Dougherty-yes; Ray-yes; Silbert-yes; Rautio-yes; Rekemeyer-yes; Crandall-yes;
Milanowski-yes; Strand-yes; Oswald-yes; Sandstrom-yes; Pocernich-yes; Rondeau-absent;
Fickbohm-absent. Motion carried, 11-0, 2 absent.
16. Discussion and Possible Action Regarding the Appointment of Ken Disher, Xcel Energy
Community Service Manager, to the Bayfield County Business Park Planning Committee:
Motion by Milanowski, seconded by Dougherty to confirm the appointment of Ken Disher, Xcel
Energy Community Service Manager, to the Bayfield County Ad Hoc Business Park Planning
Committee. Motion carried, 11-0, 2 absent.
16. Reports;
a) Future County Board Meeting Dates:
a. September 27, 2022
b. October 25, 2022
c. November 15, 2022 (statutory requirement)
b) ARPA Project Updates: Project update materials were provided in the packet.
c) DRAFT Budget Review Schedule, Executive Committee Meetings (All meetings to be held
in-person AND virtually). All board members invited and encouraged to attend.
• Thursday, September 22, 4pm Exec Committee Budget Presentation • Friday, September 23, (time tbd) Exec Committee
• Tuesday, September 27, 430pm, before Board Meeting
• Wednesday, September 28, 4pm 2022 • Thursday, September 29, 4pm 2022
• Monday, October 3, (time tbd) 2022
17. Supervisors’ Reports: Oswald reported that the Sheriff’s Committee meeting has been
rescheduled to September 26, 2022, at 4:00 PM in the EOC due to scheduling conflicts with the
WCA Annual Conference.
Crandall reported that the Highway Committee will be discussing the topic of opening all roads
to ATV use at the next several meetings.
Kavajecz informed the board that there will be no Personnel Committee meeting the following
week and no Executive Committee meeting the week after.
Silbert reported that he recently attended a Diversity workshop hosted by the WCA and
commended the county as well as Kavajecz on the efforts to expand diversity so far.
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18. Adjournment:
There being no further business to come before the Bayfield County Board of Supervisors,
Chairman Pocernich adjourned the meeting at 7:28 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
LYNN M. DIVINE
Bayfield County Clerk
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