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1. Call Meeting to Order at 7:01 pm, those in attendance Bill Cochran, Brian Takala via phone, Jed Keenan, Sandy Johnson, Linda Asp community member and Jill Washkuhn 2. Verification of Legal Posting Notice agenda posted on 10/13/2025 at the Town Hall, Outback Bar, Tranus Lake RD, and the Website by Jill Washkuhn township clerk. Pledge of Allegiance was recited 3. Agenda for this meeting reviewed motion to approve agenda made by Brian Takala 2nd by Jed Keenan, all approve 4. Treasurer’s Report reviewed motion to accept treasure report made by Brian Takala 2nd by Jed Keenan. 5. Review of Town Board Meeting Minutes from 9-9-25, motion made to accept minutes as presented made by Bill Cochran, 2nd by Briand all in favor 6. Public Input 7. Highway Construction and Maintenance Report/signage Chip seal was completed on Chippanazie Rd. Chippanazie Lake Rd. and little Hayward Rd. Tree was clearing was completed on Lee Rd. Tree clearing was also started on Verne Rd. Chippanazie lake sign was ordered by Bill Cochran. Jed Keenan and Bill Cochran cleared brush on Brickman Lake bridge. Brian Takala cleared debris and brush at town hall. Bill is working with WISLR to description of roads corrected. Sandy Johnson reported Minong Sign placed on Sign post at the corner of Hwy 63 and County Road F. Discussed AFV and UTV trails, discussed the well-worn path from Little Hayward Road to railroad bridge next to hwy 63. This path is not a legal UTV/ATV trail. Sandy Johnson plans to contact Washburn County Sheriff to advise public regarding legal and illegal trails. 8. Facilities Report: Discussed solutions to the County Road M run off to the town hall. Board members plan to look into possibilities. 9. Specific Matters for Discussion and/or Action by the Town Board: *Park Pavilion and Pit Toilet Roof repair Tom Crowely has responded to Brian Takala with quote for repairs- plan to snare details at next board meeting. *Town Hall Mailbox Spooner post office personal as recommended mail box placement near the flag pole at town hall- will review again in spring *LRIP Entitlement money. LRIP Entitlement money. Discuss whether to use money on Brickman Lake Rd. or Lee Rd. for 2026 or 2027. Noted that Brickman Lake, Lee Rd. Elliot Rd. rice Rd. and Stinnett landing all meet the eligibility requirements to receive funding. At this time plan to complete plan and application to complete road construction from Lee Rd. to rail road tracks on Brickman Lake Rd. in 2026 and plan for Rd. reconstruction in 2027 for Lee Rd. as it meets eligibility. *Snow plow contracts received and follow up. Discussed some concern over private drives versus driveway as well as commercial parking lots. As snow plow contracts arr for driveway plowing only. Plan to address at next town meeting the definition of a private road versus driveway. *Budget hearing for 6:30 on 11/11/25 before town board meeting 10. Correspondence- Letters and Phone Calls Received Reservations for Town Hall or Town Park/Upcoming Meetings/Events/Miscellaneous: WTA meeting and CTRIC meeting will be at Washburn County courthouse on 10/22/25. CTRIC meeting to start at 5 pm with WTA meeting to start at 6 pm. Bill Cochran received a call regarding snowplow contract from Larry stone. Bill Cochran contacted the Hayward fire department. Fire officials plan to complete an inspection of town hall as well as recommendations where to place smoke detectors and fire extinguishers. On September 28th 2025 Brian Takala and Bill Cochran received call from the Washburn County Sheriff department regarding a stray dog. Washburn County Sherif Department was advised that we do not have the equipment to take in stray dogs and it is up to law enforcement to transport strays to the pound. Bill also talked to Mark Lea regarding a snow plow contract. Contract is pending after inspection of property. Bill Cochran received an email from Emergency management from Washburn County regarding the obligations of the Township regarding Emergency Management is noted that the Emergency Management advised in an town emergency to contact them as well as take pictures of accident/event and document as well as sign in volunteers. Bill Cochran received a call from Jordan Erickson of Erickson Excavating he was working on a quote for a project on Chippanazie Lake Rd. Jordan was contacting Bill regarding use of road’s weight limits due to equipment that will be needed to complete major project. 11. Payment of Vouchers, Statements, and Bills reviewed. 12. Next Town Board Meeting November 11 at 7 pm at townhall. 13. Agenda items for next meeting: Quote for pit toilet and pavilion roof repair, Town Policy regarding private road vs driveway policy., Discuss election worker for upcoming year. 14. Motion made to adjourn meeting made by Jed Keenan 2nd by Brian Takala. Meeting adjourns at 8:55 pm NOTICE OF SPRING ELECTION
State of Wisconsin April 7, 2026 Election Details An election is to be held in all towns, villages, cities, wards, and election districts of the State of Wisconsin, on Tuesday, April 7, 2026. The following officers are to be elected: Judicial Officers One (1) Justice of the Supreme Court, for the term of ten (10) years, to succeed the present incumbent listed, whose term of office will expire on July 31, 2026: JUSTICE OF THE SUPREME COURT Rebecca G. Bradley One (1) Circuit Court Judge, for the term of six (6) years, to succeed the present incumbent listed, whose terms of office will expire on July 31, 2026: WASHBURN COUNTY CIRCUIT COURT JUDGE Angeline E. Winton County Supervisor A County Supervisor for each county supervisory district, for a term of two (2) years, to succeed the present incumbent listed, whose term will expire on April 20, 2026: PRESENT INCUMBENTS District 1 Jerry Smith District 2 Linda Featherly District 3 Lolita Olson District 4 Sandy Johnson District 5 Brian Berg District 6 Travis Odegard District 7 Hank Graber District 8 Tim Kessler District 9 Miles Macone District 10 Bob Olsgard District 11 David Wilson District 12 Cristina Masterjohn District 13 George Cusick District 14 Joe Hoy District 15 Kelly Cupp District 16 Jocelyn Ford District 17 Kasey King District 18 Ben Dryden District 19 Randi Swanson District 20 Stephen Smith District 21 Clint Stariha District 1 Town of Minong, Ward 2 District 12 Town of Beaver Brook, Ward 1 Village of Minong, Ward 1 District 2 Town of Minong, Ward 1 District 13 Town of Barronett, Ward 1 Town of Sarona, Ward 1 District 3 Town of Frog Creek, Ward 1 District 14 Town of Long Lake, Ward 1 Town of Gull Lake, Ward 1 Town of Sarona, Ward 2 Town of Springbrook, Ward 1 District 4 Town of Bass Lake, Ward 1 District 15 Town of Birchwood, Ward 1 Town of Stinnett, Ward 1 Village of Birchwood, Ward 1 District 5 Town of Brooklyn, Ward 1 District 16 City of Spooner, Ward 2 Town of Casey, Ward 1 Town of Chicog, Ward 1 District 6 Town of Brooklyn, Ward 2 District 17 Town of Spooner, Ward 1 Town of Trego, Ward 1 City of Spooner, Ward 1 District 7 Town of Crystal, Ward 1 District 18 City of Spooner, Ward 3 Town of Stone Lake, Ward 1 District 8 Town of Evergreen, Ward 2 District 19 Town of Evergreen, Ward 1 City of Spooner, Ward 4 District 9 Town of Trego, Ward 2 District 20 Town of Bashaw, Ward 2 Town of Spooner, Ward 2 City of Shell Lake, Ward 1 District 10 Town of Birchwood, Ward 2 District 21 City of Shell Lake, Ward 2 Town of Madge, Ward 1 District 11 Town of Bashaw, Ward 1 Information concerning county supervisory district boundaries may be obtained from Alicia Swearingen, County Clerk, Washburn County Courthouse, 10 4th Avenue, Shell Lake, Wisconsin (715-468-4600) or the Washburn County website at www.co.washburn.wi.us For Candidates The first day to circulate nomination papers is December 1, 2025, and the final day for filing nomination papers is 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday, January 6, 2025. Candidates for Justice of Supreme Court and Circuit Court Judge, file nomination papers and declarations of candidacy with the Wisconsin Elections Commission. Candidates for County Supervisor, file with the Washburn County Clerk, Alicia Swearingen, 10 4th Ave, Shell Lake, WI 54871. Primary Election If a primary is necessary, the primary will be held on Tuesday, February 17, 2026. Additional Information Acceptable Photo ID will be required to vote at this election. If you do not have a photo ID, you may obtain a free ID for voting from the Division of Motor Vehicles. DONE in the City of Shell Lake, Washburn County on November 3, 2025 Alicia Swearingen, Washburn County Clerk STINNETT TOWN MEETING NOTICE
11/11/2025 7:00 PM AT THE STINNETT TOWN HALL Posted on 11/9/2025 at the Town Hall, Outback Bar, Tranus Lake RD, and the Website by Jill Washkuhn township clerk. AGENDA 1. Call Meeting to Order and roll Call 2. Verification of Legal Posting Notice and Pledge of Allegiance 3. Approval of Agenda 4. Review of Treasurer’s Report 5. Approval of Town Board Meeting Minutes from October meeting 6. Public Input 7. Highway Construction and Maintenance Report/signage 8. Facilities Report: 9. Specific Matters for Discussion and/or Action by the Town Board: *Follow Up on Park Pavilion and Pit Toilet Roof repair Issues. Review and approval of repair BID. *Follow up on description of driveway vs private road *Review of election workers *Follow up on Snowplow contracts received- any issues? *Discussion on 2026 Budget Hearing and if any changes needed *Election Worker Discussion *Washburn County Timber Sale Contracts 10. Correspondence- Letters and Phone Calls Received/ Reservations for Town Hall or Town Park/Upcoming Meetings/Events/Miscellaneous 11. Payment of Vouchers, Statements, and Bills 12. Next Town Board Meeting December 9 at 7 pm at townhall. 13. Agenda items for next Town Board Meeting 14. Adjournment NOTICE OF PUBLIC BUDGET HEARING
FOR TOWN OF STINNETT, WASHBURN COUNTY Notice is hereby given that on Tuesday, November 11, 2025 at 6:30 PM at the Stinnett Town Hall, a PUBLIC HEARING on the PROPOSED 2026 BUDGET for the Town of Stinnett in Washburn County will be held. ****************************************************************** TOWN OF STINNETT, WASHBURN COUNTY TOWN BOARD MEETING The monthly Town Board Meeting will be held immediately after the Budget Hearing has been completed, but not before 7:00 PM. Agenda items will include the Town Board’s discussion on the adoption of the 2026 town budget, pursuant to Section 60.40 (4) of Wisconsin Statutes. POSTED AT THE STINNETT TOWN HALL, THE OUTBACK BAR, TRANUS LAKE RD, AND ON THE TOWN WEBSITE, www.townofstinnett.com ON October 27,2025 BY Jill Washkuhn, CLERK. APPROVED MINUTES OF STINNETT TOWN MEETING
9/9/2025 7:00 PM AT THE STINNETT TOWN HALL AGENDA 1. Call Meeting to Order at and 7:00 pm roll call completed those in attendance; Bill Cochran, Brian Takala, Jed Keenan, Sandy Johnson, Jill Washkuhn and Linda Asp township resident. 2. Verification of Legal posting Notice posted on 9/8/2025 at the Town Hall, OutbackBar, Tranus Lake RD, and the Website by Jill Washkuhn township clerk. Pledge of Allegiance was recited. 3. Agenda approved motion made by Brian Takala, 2nd by Jed Keenan. 4. Review of Treasurer’s Report, Sandy Johnson had board review snow plow contract for winter 2025 to 20206, motion made to approve by Brian Takala, 2nd by Jed Keenan. 5. Review regular meeting minutes for August, note spelling corrections need to be made, motion made to approve minutes made by Brian Takala, 2nd by Jed Keenan. Review special town board meeting minutes, motion made to approve by Jed Keenan, 2nd by Briand. 6. Public Input: Bill Cochran received a call regarding an animal digging under the stairs at town hall, 7. Highway Construction and Maintenance Report/signage: Pike road sign was placed. Sign is needed at Chippanazie road and Chippanazie Lake Road, Bill Cochran plans to look into this. 8. Facilities Report: Pest control to start at anytime as COI was received. Brian Takala plans to contact Jay regarding fire extinguishers at town hall and park. Bill Cochran will look into moving handicapped parking at town hall. As current parking space is not easily accessed for vehicle to park. Jed Keenan plans to measure and install gutters on the townhall. 9. Specific Matters for Discussion and/or Action by the Town Board: *Town park Issues with Pit Toilet and Pavilion Roof: Brian Takala has a contact with the manufacture of the pit toilet, plans to inquire what is the correct repair to roof. Pavilion Roof: Tom Crowley has evaluated roof repair, plan to obtain quote/BID for materials and labor for roof repair *Insurance Audit Follow-up: Bill Cochran reviewed the amount of work need to complete audit. Audit has been completed no more information has been requested. *Discuss Mail issues and possible solutions: Duhe to recent mail issues, Bill Cochran will be discussing with post master regarding possible placement of town hall mailbox or possible post office box *Brush Clearing on Brickman Lake Road Bridge: Bill Cochran, Brian Takala and Jed Keenan plan to clear brush around the Brickman Lake bridge on Sunday 9/14/25 at 5 pm. -Upcoming Meetings 9/17 WTA Workshop in Cable, Bill Cochran and Jill Washkuhn plan to attend 10. Correspondence- Letters and Phone Calls Received Bill Cochran received call regarding animal digging under stars at all. Bill Cochran receive letter from DNR asking to store 14 concrete blocks at Tranus Lake boat landing as part of an assessment of wild rice project. Cal Davis called asking to have tree removed from Pike Road, Brian Takala evaluated. Tree did not fall on township road. Jed Keenan was approached by Lenroot employ regarding plow being able to turn or back out of Olson Road. After discussed Jed Keenan will advise Lenroot to contact property owner at the end of Olson Road. a Reservations for Town Hall or Town Park/Upcoming Meetings/Events/Miscellaneous Non 11. Payment of Vouchers, Statements, and Bills 12. Next Town Board Meeting October 14th, 7 pm at townhall. 13. Agenda items for next Town Board Meeting: Pavilion rood repair quote/BID, Mail box options, Park pit toilet roof repair. 14. Motion made to adjourn meeting at 8:15 pm made by Jed Keenan 2nd by Brian Takala all in favor. STINNETT TOWN MEETING NOTICE
10/14/2025 7:00 PM AT THE STINNETT TOWN HALL Posted on 10/13/2025 at the Town Hall, Outback Bar, Tranus Lake RD, and the Website by Jill Washkuhn township clerk. AGENDA 1. Call Meeting to Order and roll Call 2. Verification of Legal Posting Notice and Pledge of Allegiance 3. Approval of Agenda 4. Review of Treasurer’s Report 5. Approval of Town Board Meeting Minutes 6. Public Input 7. Highway Construction and Maintenance Report/signage 8. Facilities Report: 9. Specific Matters for Discussion and/or Action by the Town Board: *Follow Up on Park Pavilion and Pit Toilet Roof repair Issues. Review and approval of repair costs. *Follow up on Town Hall Mailbox. Placement Approved. Proceed or not? *Discuss use of LRIP Entitlement money. Use on Brickman Lake Rd or Lee Rd and schedule for 2026 or 2027? *Follow up on Snowplow contracts received- any issues? *Set Budget hearing for November? 10. Correspondence- Letters and Phone Calls Received a Reservations for Town Hall or Town Park/Upcoming Meetings/Events/Miscellaneous 11. Payment of Vouchers, Statements, and Bills 12. Next Town Board Meeting November 11 at 7 pm at townhall. 13. Agenda items for next Town Board Meeting 14. Adjournment --------------------------------------------------------------- APPROVED Minutes of SPECIAL meeting
Tuesday, August 12, 2025 8:00PM AT THE STINNETT TOWN HALL (To directly follow the Regular Town Board Meeting but no earlier than 8pm) Posted on August 4, 2025 at the Town Hall, Outback Bar, Tranus Lake RD, and the Website by Town Clerk. AGENDA 1. Verification of Legal Posting Notice/Start of Meeting a. Roll Call Bill Cochran, Brian Takala, Jed Keenan, Sandy Johnson, Jill Washkuhn and Linda Asp. b. Call Meeting to Order at 8:20 c. Pledge of Allegiance 2. Review of Meeting Material 3. Approval of Agenda motion to approve made by Jed Keenan, 2nd by Brian Takala. 4. Public Input: Sandy Johnson Bass Lake Township Would be willing to place a weight limit sign on the corner of Larson Road and Zopp Road. 5. Specific matters for Discussion and/or Action by the Town Board: Decisions to go forward with the following road work per quotes received. -Review/Approve Quote from Oak Ridge Tree Solutions for Right of Way Clearing on Tranus Lake Rd. Some discussion details of the extent of the clearing. Brian Takala Advised property owners should be contacted prior to tree and brush removal. Bill Cochran Advised he would be contacting property owners before any work would be started. Approve quote of $6,000.00 Motion to approve made by Jed Keenan 2nd by Bill Cochran. -Review/Approve Quote from Oak Ridge Tree Solutions for Right of Way Clearing on Lee Rd Some discussion regarding clearing trees to prevent ice buildup as well as to preserve Lee Rd. Approve quote of $5,500. Motion to approve made by Jed Keenan 2nd by Bill Cochran. -Review/Approve Quote from Oak Ridge Tree Solutions for Right of Way Clearing on Vern's Rd. Approve quote of $8,500.00 Motion to approve made by Jed Keenan 2nd by Bill Cochran. -Review/Approve Quote from Statewide surfacing and construction for Road Work on Tranus lake Rd. Approve quote of $4,500.00 Motion to approve made by Jed Keenan 2nd by Bill Cochran. -Review/Approve Quote Statewide surfacing and construction for Road Shoulder Work on Lee Rd. Approve quote of $9,095.57. Motion to approve made by Jed Keenan 2nd by Bill Cochran. 6. Adjournment Motion to adjourn made by Brian Takala, 2nd by Jed Keenan. Meeting to adjourn at 8:45. APPROVED MINUTES
STINNETT TOWN MEETING NOTICE 8/12/2025 7:00 PM AT THE STINNETT TOWN HALL Posted on 8/11/2025 at the Town Hall, Outback Bar, Tranus Lake RD, and the Website by Jill Washkuhn township clerk. AGENDA 1. Call Meeting to Order and roll, Bill Cochran , Brian Takala, Jed Keenan, Sandy Johnson, Jill Washkuhn and Linda Asp- community member Call at 7:01 pm by Bill Cochran 2. Verification of Legal Posting Notice and Pledge of Allegiance 3. Approval of Agenda next meeting date correction to 9/9/2025 motion to approve with correct date made by Brian Takala 2nd by Jed Keenan . 4. Review of Treasurer’s Report Sandy Johnson reviewed outstanding checks, All CDs have been renewed until 2026. Motion to approve by Brian Takala 2nd by Jed Keenan . 5. Approval of Town Board Meeting Minutes Regular meeting minutes approved, special meeting minutes correction to state record of meeting. Motion to approve with correction made by Brian Takala 2nd by Jed Keenan 6. Public Input None 7. Highway Construction and Maintenance Report/signage Update by Bill Cochran Scott Construction will start chip seal when they are available. Bill Cochran will contact the Washburn County Highway Dept to erect sign for Pike Road. Tree on Rice Road was cleaned up by Bill Cochran and Jed Keenan. Two oak trees down on Hayward Road was cleaned up by Bill Cochran and Jed Keenan on 8-9-2025. 8. Facilities Report: 9. Specific Matters for Discussion and/or Action by the Town Board: a. Follow-up on Pest Control Contract for Town Hall and Park Brian Takala will contact TJ to obtain certificate of insurance. b. Follow-up on Fire Extinguishers and CO Detectors for Hall and Park, Jed Keenan purchased 2 Carbon dioxide detectors and 4 smoke detectors for town hall and park. Bill Cochran and Jed Keenan to install at later date. Brian Takala has contacted Protective Services to obtain fire extinguishers. Plan to purchase four extinguishers at a cost of $100 each. A board member will pick up extinguishers at a later date. Motion to approve purchase Jed Keenan, 2nd by Brian Takala. c. Options to address drainage issues in front of Town Hall Bill Cochran Had contacted Doug at Statewide to address the drainage issue at Town hall. As well as address low areas at the Town hall plan to have gutters installed to decrease some water runoff into the hall. d. Maintenance and repair options for Town Park Pavilion Roof and Pit Toilet Roof Brian Takala Has not heard from manufacturer of the pit toilet cannot get a call back. Plan for Tom Crowley to assess both roof of the pavilion and pit toilet. e. Election matters: ICE voting machine training and pick up 9/4/25 Jill Washkuhn Washburn county clerk has reached out to update there will be a training how to use ICE voting machines on 9/4/25 at the County Courthouse. Training will start at 2:00 PM. All Election workers have been invited to attend training. f. Donation to Earl Cemetery Discussion regarding donating to the rural cemetery. This month Stinnett Township will be donating $200. And following up in September with $300. 10. Correspondence- Letters and Phone Calls Received Ethel Morse attended she was concern about the Railroad crossing on County Road E, As trees and vegetation have occluded a driver’s ability to see a train on the tracks. Ethel has contacted railroad company as well as Wild River She had been advised to talk to Stanette Township. Sandy Johnson Plans to contact a member of the Washburn County Highway Department to address this as this is a County Road. Bill Cochran attended North Ambulance Service, annual review Stinnett Township had 14 ambulance calls, 11 Code 2, 2 Code 3, response time 21 minutes. 2026-2027 annual cost increase 5 % depending on population. Received thank you from Sharon White for the use of the park for the Groat/Meir reunion. a Reservations for Town Hall or Town Park/Upcoming Meetings/Events/Miscellaneous Anniversary party to be held on August 30th 11. Payment of Vouchers, Statements, and Bills 12. Next Town Board Meeting September 9, 7 pm. 13. Agenda items for next Town Board Meeting Pest control insurance certification, Fire Protective Services Fire extinguisher, Roof leak at Park Pavilion and pit toilet, and adding gutters to town hall. 14. Adjournment Motion to Adjourn made by Brian Takala, 2nd by Jed Keenan. Meeting adjourn at 8:19. STINNETT TOWN MEETING NOTICE
9/9/2025 7:00 PM AT THE STINNETT TOWN HALL Posted on 9/8/2025 at the Town Hall, Outback Bar, Tranus Lake RD, and the Website by Jill Washkuhn township clerk. AGENDA 1. Call Meeting to Order and roll Call 2. Verification of Legal Posting Notice and Pledge of Allegiance 3. Approval of Agenda 4. Review of Treasurer’s Report 5. Approval of Town Board Meeting Minutes 6. Public Input 7. Highway Construction and Maintenance Report/signage 8. Facilities Report: 9. Specific Matters for Discussion and/or Action by the Town Board: *Town park Issues with Pit Toilet and Pavilion Roof *Insurance Audit Follow-up *Discuss Mail issues and possible solutions *Brush Clearing on Brickman Lake Road Bridge -Upcoming Meetings 9/17 WTA Workshop in Cable 10. Correspondence- Letters and Phone Calls Received a Reservations for Town Hall or Town Park/Upcoming Meetings/Events/Miscellaneous 11. Payment of Vouchers, Statements, and Bills 12. Next Town Board Meeting October 14th, 7 pm at townhall. 13. Agenda items for next Town Board Meeting 14. Adjournment SPECIAL TOWN MEETING
Record of Meeting Tuesday, July 8, 2025 8:00PM AT THE STINNETT TOWN HALL (To directly follow the Regular Town Board Meeting but no earlier than 8pm) Posted on June 30, 2025 at the Town Hall, Outback Bar, Tranus Lake RD, and the Website by Town Clerk. AGENDA
B- Scott Construction: Chip Seal Paved Portion of Chippanazie Lake Rd at $14,209 Motion to approve by Bill Cochran , 2nd by Jed Keenan all in favor C-Scott Construction: Chip Seal Little Hayward Rd at $6,700 motion approve by Brian Takala , 2nd by Jed Keenan all in favor D-Scott Construction: Chip Seal Approx .75 mile Chippanazie Rd $17,896 motion by Bill Cochran, 2nd by Brian Takala all in favor E-Oak Ridge Tree Solutions: Right of Way Clearing Lee Rd F-Oak Ridge Tree Solutions: Right of Way Clearing Tranus Lake Rd (North of Elliot Rd) G-Oak Ridge Tree Solutions: Right of Way Clearing Elliot Rd At time of meeting Oak Ridge had not submitted a proposal, board was not able to vote to approve or disapprove.
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July Townhall meeting at 7-8-2025 at 7 pm at STINNETT TOWN HALL Posted on 6/30/2025 at the Town Hall, Outback Bar, Tranus Lake RD, and the Website by Jill Washkuhn township clerk. AGENDA 1. Call Meeting to Order at 7:05 and roll Call those attending Brian Takala Supervisor- acting chair at this meeting, Jed Keenan Supervisor and Bill Cochran Chairman via phone due to illness. 2. Verification of Legal Posting Notice and Pledge of Allegiance 3. Approval of Agenda Motion to approve agenda made by Bill Cochran, 2nd by Jed Keenan. 4. Review of Treasurer’s Report motion to approve treasurers’ report made by Bill Cochran, 2nd by Jed Keenan. 5. Approval of Town Board Meeting Minutes for the June 10 town hall meeting motion made to approve minutes made by Jed Keenan 2nd by Bill Cochran. 6. Public Input: Brian Takala was made aware of a leak at the town park pavilion this past weekend. He has contacted Tom Crowely to recommend or make repairs to roof and recommend repair to pit toilet roof as well. Bill Cochran received a call from Jerry Wener regarding mowing BID, Jerry was concerned about the amount that was quoted and understood why the board choose another provider. Jerry will need to submit a bill for mowing that was completed earlier this year. Bill Cochran was made aware of Allide Waste will provide a 40 yard dumpster for one week, issues would be to secure dumpester would not be over filled as well as items dropped off that are not approved for dumpster. Bill Cochran was contacted by the Park Service to remove a tree at Stinett Landing however tree is question was on Park property. Oakridge Tree service will provide quotes for clearing roads, quoates were not available at time of meeting. 7. Highway Construction and Maintenance Report/signage: Bill Cochran has contacted Statewide to complete some repairs to Lee Road to prevent further road damage. 8. Facilities Report: Town pavilion and pit toilet roofs need repairs to fix leaks. Tom Crowely has been contacted. Jed Keenan installed gutters to townhall. 9. Specific Matters for Discussion and/or Action by the Town Board: Review use of Class B Weight limits on Town Roads after some discussion regarding keeping signage all year or only during road bans. Plan to keep road weight limits signs up through the year at Brickman Lake Road/HWY 63, Brickman Lake Road/ Bass Lake Township line, Little Hayward Road, Chippanazie road. Weight limit signs to be installed only during weight bans are: Elliot Road, Elliot/ Tranus Lake Road, Townline Road/E, and Hayward Road. Bill Cochran will contact Washburn County highway department to discuss removal, storage and spring install of signs. Motion made by Bill Cochran, 2nd by Jed Keenan. Discuss/approve Renew CD's- discussed CD length and percentage return, approved 9-month CD with Frandsen Bank and Trust at 3.39% APY. Discuss Issues for Washburn County Ambulance Service Meeting (7/16/25) Bill Cochran and Brian Takala plan to attend Washburn County Ambulance service meeting Pest Control Contract Quote for Town Hall/Park: Brian Takala spoke with TJ at Northwoods Pest Prevent, at $75.00 per month and one time set up fee of $80.00. Exterior and interior traps/baits will be deployed to control both mice and insects at town hall and park. Motion to hire Northwoods Pest Prevent made by Bill Cochran, 2nd by Jed Keenan. Fire Extinguishers/Smoke-CO Detectors for Town Hall/Park: Some discussion regarding installing fire/CO2 detectors as well as fire extinguishers Plan to obtain 4 fire extinguishers (3 at town hall/ 1 at Park) and place detectors at each floor of the hall. To maintain fire extinguishers, plan to use Protective Service to keep fire extinguishers in working order. Brian Takala and Jed Keenan plan to obtain CO2 and Fire detectors, and install. Motion made by Jed Keenan 2nd by Bill Cochran. Repair Options for Town Park Pit Toilet: Brian Takala to reach out to Tom Crowely to look into repairing both Pit toilet roof and Pavillion roof leak 10. Correspondence- Letters and Phone Calls Received Bill Cochran plans to contact Statewide to replace culvert under Tranus Lake Road Jed Keenan calls out to Pest Control businesses no calls back Brian Takala calls to manufacturer of pit toilet, no calls back a Reservations for Town Hall or Town Park/Upcoming: August 9th for family reunion. Meetings/Events/Miscellaneous: WTA meeting July 23rd at 6 pm at Washburn County Court house. 11. Payment of Vouchers, Statements, and Bills 12. Next Town Board Meeting August 12, 7 pm. 13. Agenda items for next Town Board Meeting: Bill Cochran call Statewide regarding drainage to parking area at town hall. Brian Takala update on pavilion and pit toilet roof repair. 14. Adjournment Motion made to adjourn made by Bill Cochran, 2nd by Jed Keenan, meeting adjourn at 8:14 pm. STINNETT TOWN MEETING NOTICE
8/12/2025 7:00 PM AT THE STINNETT TOWN HALL Posted on 8/11/2025 at the Town Hall, Outback Bar, Tranus Lake RD, and the Website by Jill Washkuhn township clerk. AGENDA 1. Call Meeting to Order and roll Call 2. Verification of Legal Posting Notice and Pledge of Allegiance 3. Approval of Agenda 4. Review of Treasurer’s Report 5. Approval of Town Board Meeting Minutes 6. Public Input 7. Highway Construction and Maintenance Report/signage 8. Facilities Report: 9. Specific Matters for Discussion and/or Action by the Town Board: a. Follow-up on Pest Control Contract for Town Hall and Park b. Follow-up on Fire Extinguishers and CO Detectors for Hall and Park c. Options to address drainage issues in front of Town Hall d. Maintenance and repair options for Town Park Pavilion Roof and Pit Toliet Roof e. Election matters: ICE voting machine training and pick up 9/4/25 f. Donation to Earl Cemetery 10. Correspondence- Letters and Phone Calls Received a Reservations for Town Hall or Town Park/Upcoming Meetings/Events/Miscellaneous 11. Payment of Vouchers, Statements, and Bills 12. Next Town Board Meeting September 14, 7 pm. 13. Agenda items for next Town Board Meeting 14. Adjournment SPECIAL TOWN MEETING NOTICE
Tuesday, August 12, 2025 8:00PM AT THE STINNETT TOWN HALL (To directly follow the Regular Town Board Meeting but no earlier than 8pm) Posted on August 4, 2025 at the Town Hall, Outback Bar, Tranus Lake RD, and the Website by Town Clerk. AGENDA 1. Verification of Legal Posting Notice/Start of Meeting a. Roll Call b. Call Meeting to Order c. Pledge of Allegiance 2. Review of Meeting Material 3. Approval of Agenda 4. Public Input 5. Specific matters for Discussion and/or Action by the Town Board: Decisions to go forward with the following road work per quotes received. -Review/Approve Quote for Right of Way Clearing on Tranus Lake Rd -Review/Approve Quote for Right of Way Clearing on Lee Rd -Review/Approve Quote for Right of Way Clearing on Vern's Rd -Review/Approve Quote for Road Work on Tranus lake Rd -Review/Approve Quote for Road Shoulder Work on Lee Rd 6. Adjournment Agenda was posted on June 9 at townhall, Tranus Lake Road, Outback bar and town website by Jill Washkuhn, clerk.
Present Bill Cochran, town chairman, Brian Takala, supervisor, Jed Keenan, Supervisor, Sandy Johnson, Treasurer, and Jill Washkuhn, Clerk. 1.Verified legal postings, 2. Roll call completed: Bill Cochran, town chairman, Brian Takala, supervisor, Jed Keenan, Supervisor, Sandy Johnson, Treasurer, and Jill Washkuhn, Clerk. 3.Meeting called to order at 7:00 pm 4.Pledge of allegiance recited 5.Approval of agenda motion by Brian Takala, 2nd by Bill Cochran. 6.Treasures report summited by Sandy Johnson, she will find out the CD rate for next meeting in July. She receives road aide yesterday will update at next meeting. Motion to approve by Brian Takala, 2nd by Bill Cochran. 7.Approval of the town board meeting minutes from May 12, 2025. Some corrections to strike verbiage regarding shouldering Tranus Lake road and quote for signs to be erected. Approve minutes with corrections motion to approve by Bill Cochran, 2nd by Briand Takala. 8.Public Input: Brian Takala noticed a leak in the roof of the pit toilet at the town park; He plans to contact the manufacturer CXT to obtain recommendations to repair roof. 9.Public input: Some calls and emails were received regarding when the spring cleanup, however these inquiries were too late. 10.Highway Construction and Maintenance report: Tranus road was graded today 6-10-25. 11.Some discussion about inspection of Brickman Lake Road bridge and recommendations by road inspector. In the fall Bill Cochran, and Supervisors to complete brush cutting around the bridge. 12.Bill contacted Washburn County highway department, to erect signs on Nickle Road, Groat Road, Sugarbush Road and Chippanazie Lake Road. Plan to repair Stanberry Road Sign during the time Brickman bridge clean up. 13. Discussed need to review reflective signage. Bill Cochran will contact Scott Construction regarding chip seal. Discussed the need to keep weight limit signs up throughout the year. 14.Facilities report: Jed Keenan plans to obtain cost and requirements for fire extinguishers for town hall. He also plans to obtain cost for CO2 monitors and solar light for front door of hall. Plan to present at next meeting. Jed Keenan plans to install gutters over the front door of hall as well as long the side of the hall. Specific Matter for Discussion and/or Action by the Town Board A. Pest control; Brian Takala contacted T/J for pest control of mice and bugs at the town hall. He obtained a quote for 75.00 a month for traps, and repellants. Jed also plans to obtain a quote for pest control. Plan to make a fiscally responsible decision at next meeting. B. Lawn care Services; Sealed BIDs were opened at meeting: Up North Lawn and Landscape: BID hall $50.00, town park $175.00, ball diamond $ 165.00. Dwayne Peterson: BID Park/Hall $280.00. Jerry Werner: Hall $80.00, Park $300.00, Ball Park $350.00. Reviewed BIDs- plan to hire Up North Lawn and Landscape. Motion made by Brian Takala, 2nd by Jed Keenan, Bill Cochran plans to contact lawn service individuals. C. Votion Machine: Reviewed need to use voting machine as this is Federal requirements. ICE machine that Washburn County has recommended will use paper ballots. For all of those who voted at the April general meeting thank you for your input. D. Clean up: Jed Keenan and Bill Cochran cleaned out 2 trailer loads from the park, town hall and ditches in township, Bill Cochran may look into a possible fall cleanup day. E. Townhall Cleaning: Discussed monthly cleaning schedule. Discussed all board members to take a month to clean. Plan to have Sandy Johnson and Jill Washkuhn to take turns to clean the hall. F. Reviewed Liquor Licenses for Outback Bar and Pizza and Stanberry Rail Saloon, Licese approved. Will complete background checks on bartenders. 16. Correspondence- Letters and Phone Calls Received A. Reservation for Town Hall or Town Park: August 9th family reunion. B. Upcoming Meeting/Events. C. Miscellaneous. 17. Vouchers and for payment approved and checks signed. 18. Agenda items for next meeting: Pest control, Fire extinguishers /CO2 monitor, repairing roof of Pit toilet at Park. 19. Next Town Board Meeting July 8, 2025 at 7:00 pm. 20. Meeting Adjourn at 8:30 pm motion by Bill Cochran, 2nd by Jed Keenan. STINNETT TOWN MEETING NOTICE
7/8/2025 7:00PM AT THE STINNETT TOWN HALL Posted on 6/30/2025 at the Town Hall, Outback Bar, Tranus Lake RD, and the Website by Jill Washkuhn township clerk. AGENDA 1. Call Meeting to Order and roll Call 2. Verification of Legal Posting Notice and Pledge of Allegiance 3. Approval of Agenda 4. Review of Treasurer’s Report 5. Approval of Town Board Meeting Minutes 6. Public Input 7. Highway Construction and Maintenance Report/signage 8. Facilities Report: 9. Specific Matters for Discussion and/or Action by the Town Board: Review use of Class B Weight limits on Town Roads Discuss/approve Renew CD's Discuss Issues for Washburn County Ambulance Service Meeting (7/16/25) Pest Control Contract Quote for Town Hall/Park Fire Extinguishers/Smoke-CO Detectors for Town Hall/Park Repair Options for Town Park Pit Toilet 10. Correspondence- Letters and Phone Calls Received a Reservations for Town Hall or Town Park/Upcoming Meetings/Events/Miscellaneous 11. Payment of Vouchers, Statements, and Bills 12. Next Town Board Meeting August 12, 7 pm. 13. Agenda items for next Town Board Meeting 14. Adjournment SPECIAL TOWN MEETING NOTICE
Tuesday, July 8, 2025 8:00PM AT THE STINNETT TOWN HALL (To directly follow the Regular Town Board Meeting but no earlier than 8pm) Posted on June 30, 2025 at the Town Hall, Outback Bar, Tranus Lake RD, and the Website by Town Clerk. AGENDA 1. Verification of Legal Posting Notice/Start of Meeting a. Roll Call b. Call Meeting to Order c. Pledge of Allegiance 2. Review of Meeting Material 3. Approval of Agenda 4. Public Input 5. Specific matters for Discussion and/or Action by the Town Board: Decisions to go forward with the following road work per quotes received. A -Sam Melton:Mowing the Road Right of Ways B- Scott Construction: Chip Seal Paved Portion of Chippanazie Lake Rd C-Scott Construction: Chip Seal Little Hayward Rd D-Scott Construction: Chip Seal Approx .75 mile Chippanazie Rd E-Oak Ridge Tree Solutions: Right of Way Clearing Lee Rd F-Oak Ridge Tree Solutions: Right of Way Clearing Tranus Lake Rd (North of Elliot Rd) G-Oak Ridge Tree Solutions: Right of Way Clearing Elliot Rd 6. Adjournment The agenda was posted on May 12th, 2025, at the town hall, Tranus road, and Outback bar. Agenda was posted on the town hall website at 9:40 on 5/13/2020 five. By town clerk Jill Washkuhn.
Present; Bill Cochran town chairman, Brian Takala town supervisor present on speakerphone, Sandy Johnson town treasurer, Jed Keenan town supervisor, Jill Washkuhn town clerk. Town residents; Tim Gorsuch. 1.Verified legal postings done by clerk. A. Roll call Sandy Johnson, Bill Cochran, Brain Takala via phone, Jed Keenan, and Jill Washkuhn. B. Meeting called order at 7:01 pledge of allegiance was recited. 2.Review meeting materials. Agenda approved Motion to approve by Brian Takala, second by Jed Keenan, Motion carried. 3. Treasurer’s report; received checks from Walmart as a refund for checks. CDs are coming due. Motion to accept Treasurers report as stated made by Brian Takala second by Jed Keenan. Motion carried. 4.. Approval of town board meeting 4/15/25; some modifications to Correct item 7. E. To reflect discussion to appoint a town clerk. Motion by Brian Takala to add the correction to the minutes and accept it and second by Jed Keenan. 5.Public input: Tim Gorsuch Stated he had some concerns regarding widening Lee Rd. with his driveway. This will be discussed further in highway construction/maintenance. 6. Highway construction and maintenance report: the 10/30/24 quote for Lee Rd. shouldering work quote has been removed. First plan to fill low spots from filler from Tranus lake Rd, then add gravel. Discussion about removing trees in the area. There was also some resurfacing plant work plan for Brickman Lake Rd. as well as Lee Rd. And statewide completed patching. 7.Facilities report; Jed Keenan cleaned up town parks obtain supplies town hall discusses getting CO2 and smoke detectors as well as fire extinguishers at each exit. Both supervisors Brian Takala and Jed Keenan to obtain bids for pest removal for the town hall. Plan to obtain and install smoke detectors and CO2 monitors in town hall. Specific matters for Discussion and Action by Town Boad: A. Road Review completed on 5/4/2025 noticed that there are some missing signs. Bill Cochran discovered signs in the town hall basement and shed. Bill will contact Washburn County for erecting signs. Motion approved by Brian Takala the Second, by Jed Keenan all were in favor. B. Procedures for obtaining supplies discuss approved vendors in the area are L&M as well as Northern Lights Co-op. All town members can purchase supplies for the town hall, parks, or Township needs. A $75 spending cap has been put in place. Motion by Brian Takala and second by Bill Cochran, Motion carried. C. Spring cleanup event at Springbrook dump on May 16th through the 17th several town items needed to be discarded at the park and at the hall period found 2 old grills that need to get rid of from the park in old printer at town hall, an old computer tower at the town hall, a rusted roaster. As well as some things in the basement such as an old pressure washer broken, broken tiles, broken chairs, and old chairs, some old electric baseboard heaters were found. Bill Cochran intends to inquire at Roy scrap to see if there is any scrap metal that could be used or they will be tossed. Jed Keenan and Bill Cochran plan to obtain a dump trailer this Friday 5/16 and pick up dumped items along the roads of Stinnett Township. And bring them to the dump. Motion by Brian Takala second by Bill Cochran. E. The open book will be at the town hall on May 19th from 2:45 to 4:45. F. Board review will be held on May 27th 25 from 4:00 to 6:00 PM at the town hall. G Mowing at the town park and hall: Bill Cochran plans to obtain bids to town hall, park, and ballpark, the summer of 2025. Plan to create an advertisement and will present bids at the next town hall meeting. 8.Letters, calls, and correspondence; Obtain letters from the Washburn County Forest department regarding timber sales. Jill Washkuhn and Bill Cochran received calls from Tim regarding his concerns regarding Lee Rd. A. Reservations at Park; graduation party on May 28th, the family reunion on August 9th. B. Voting machines: Jill Washkuhn received a call from the clerk of Washburn County regarding the voting machines. Discussed the need for ICE machines as you can use a paper ballot in place in machine. This machine also has the capability of using headphones for voters who are visually impaired. Board members discuss some concerns they have regarding voting machines. Plan to discuss further at the next meeting. C. Post code red due to increased fire danger. D. May 21st WTA Spring workshop at cable for new officers. 9. Payment vouchers were approved checks were signed. 10. Next town hall meeting will be June 10th, 2025, at 7:00 PM at town hall. 11. Agenda for the next meeting will be bids for pest removal, cost of erecting signage along county roads, bids for lawn care, and voting machine requirements and needs. 12. Adjourn meeting motion was made by Brian Takla to adjourn at 8:30, second by Jed Keenan motion carried. |
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