PESHTIGO – The Peshtigo Town Board held their most recent meeting on Tuesday, Oct. 15. After approving the agenda, the board provided updates on the continued communication between the Department of Natural Resources (DNR) and Tyco Fire Products.
The Wisconsin DNR stated that while they agree with Tyco on the need to implement monitoring plans, they do not agree that site investigations are complete. They recommended a change to the contamination plume maps following additional site investigations. The DNR added that continued investigations will reduce PFAS entering waterways.
A request from the DNR was put forward that Tyco should release the 2024 data reports by March 31, 2025.
More information regarding Tyco, the DNR and PFAS can be found on the Town of Peshtigo’s website.
Moving forward, Chairperson Jennifer Friday shared that she applied for the Town Advocacy Council (TAC) Ambassador Program. This program connects town officials with members of the state legislature to provide advocacy and support.
With the general election approaching fast, Clerk Kayla Orkins said that in-person absentee voting will take place on Tuesday, Oct. 29, and Thursday, Oct. 31, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in Town Hall at W2435 Old Peshtigo Rd. Polls will be open at town hall for the general election from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 5.
Next, Fire Chief Mike Folgert shared personnel news regarding the fire station. Lindsay Bloke completed her entry-level firefighter training course through Northeast Wisconsin Technical College (NWTC) and Cienna Grawey achieved active firefighter status as a state certified firefighter. With Mike Dobson being accepted as a conditional firefighter, the current roster now stands at 24 volunteer firefighters.
The board continued with discussions regarding the fire station. They approved using $63,543.06 from the remaining ARPA funds as well as $50,000 from the capital outlay fund to purchase a new fire truck.
Following the fire station reports, the Peshtigo Town board heard requests for donations. They approved a $7,500 donation for the Emergency Rescue Squad (ERS) and will discuss a donation to Marinette County Elderly Services at the end of the year.
Afterwards, the board shared that the interim town attorney stated he will step up and stay on as the town’s attorney. The board also approved his raise from $185/hr to $250/hr to reflect this commitment.
Chairperson Friday stated that the pricing for landfill testing will be $4,600 for 2025, which is slightly higher than last year’s $4,400 prices. She added that the testing will be done in June and December, but hopes that in the future testing frequency can be decreased.
The board then approved the Comprehensive Plan Public Participation Procedure outline, which allows for community members to share their thoughts and opinions regarding the plan updates. This will be done through the resident and property owner survey, which is available on the town webpage.
Next the board approved a Class B Beer and Class B Liquor license for Krossroads Pub & Grub, LLC. They also gave contingent approval of Cigarette, Tobacco and Electronic Vaping Device Retail License for Holy Smokes Peshtigo Corporation following communication with the business’s attorney.
Afterwards, a brief review of the approved ordinance policy changes was held. Chairperson Friday stated that the town board is removing all policies related to the zoning administrator position. This is because the town does not legally need to have this position and has been operating for years without one. Other changes include rewording to shorten lengthy ordinances and removing repeated ordinances.
Standing committee updates were given to close out the meeting. The Building and Electric Committee shared that the lights in the fire station are being replaced, while the recycling center added that all recycled freon and electrical items were picked up.
The Peshtigo Town Board will host their Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Public Hearing at 5:30 p.m. on Monday, Oct. 28. The combined budget hearing, special town meeting and regular board meeting will be held at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 19.
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