Eau Claire County public meetings in 2024
18 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
County Board of Supervisors- December 17, 2024
The Eau Claire County Board will consider a rezoning request from Pedersen Properties, LLC for the Town of Pleasant Valley and first‑read several ordinances amending county code sections. It will also vote on resolutions, including a $3,845,000 borrowing authorization for general‑obligation promissory notes and a transfer from the contingency fund to purchase a wheeled excavator. Public comments, agency reports, and two appointments will be addressed during the meeting.
- Rezoning request from Pedersen Properties, LLC for Town of Pleasant Valley (Page 52)
- Ordinance 24-25/089 to repeal section 9.48.050 (retail theft ordinance) (Page 67)
- Ordinance 24-25/069 to amend public comment rules and board procedures (Page 61)
- Resolution 24-25/093 authorizing borrowing not to exceed $3,845,000 for general‑obligation notes
- Resolution 24-25/091 authorizing transfer from contingency fund for purchase of a wheeled excavator
County Board of Supervisors - December 3, 2024
The Eau Claire County Board will hold its first meeting of December to review committee reports and ordinances. The board is set to consider a resolution authorizing the borrowing of up to $3,845,000 for general obligation notes.
- Resolution to borrow up to $3,845,000
- Ordinance to amend county code for public comment rules
- Ordinance to repeal section on retail theft
- Ordinance to amend zoning district boundaries
- Ordinance to amend committee rules and resolutions
County Board of Supervisors - November 7, 2024
The Eau Claire County Board will hold a public hearing on the proposed 2025 budget and then deliberate a series of financial amendments. Items include a $2,921,393 transfer to complete the Jail Booking Area Remodeling Project, a $2,459,413 bond for multiple capital projects, and short‑term borrowing of $1,262,661 for equipment and repairs. Supervisors will also discuss a rezoning request for the Town of Drammen. The meeting will conclude with reports and ordinance readings.
- Transfer $2,921,393 from undesignated general fund to fund the Jail Booking Area Remodeling Project
- Bond $2,459,413 for capital projects: $143,500 facilities, $1,701,663 highway, $430,280 information systems, $84,000 communications center, $100,000 Beaver Creek
- Short‑term borrowing $1,262,661 for a convection oven ($15,000), three plow trucks ($720,000), lake rehab ($250,000), and fleet replacements ($44,500 parks & forest, $233,161 sheriff’s office)
- Reduce capital outlay to $65,750 and allocate $307,000 for cost‑of‑living adjustments, $127,250 to community agencies, and $65,750 to facilities
- Rezone request from owners Heath and Amy Fremstad and Real Land Surveying – Peter Gartmann for the Town of Drammen
County Board of Supervisors - November 6, 2024
The County Board of Supervisors will conduct a public hearing and deliberate the proposed 2025 County Budget and tax levy. The meeting includes reviewing budget amendments and voting on the final budget resolution.
- Proposed $2,921,393 transfer from general fund for Jail Booking Area Remodeling
- Proposed $1,262,661 short-term borrowing for plow trucks, a convection oven, and fleet replacement
- Proposed $2,459,413 bond for Facilities, Highway, Information Systems, Comm Center, and Beaver Creek
- Rezone request for the Town of Drammen from Heath and Amy Fremstad
- Zoning district boundary map amendments for the Towns of Pleasant Valley and Seymour
County Board of Supervisors - October 15, 2024
The County Board will conduct a public hearing on the proposed 2025 budget, with a presentation by Administrator Kathryn Schauf. The meeting also includes oral and written reports on human services budget mitigation and finance department vouchers. Several rezoning applications are presented for the Towns of Pleasant Valley and Seymour. The board will consider multiple resolutions, including ARPA fund allocations and a borrowing request up to $3,000,000.
- Public hearing on the proposed 2025 County Budget (presentation by Administrator Kathryn Schauf)
- Rezoning request for ~120 acres in the Town of Seymour (John Anderson Estate, proposed A‑2 Agriculture‑Residential)
- Rezoning request for the Town of Pleasant Valley (Lyle and Carol Bien Revocable Trust/Wild Turkey LLC)
- Resolution 24‑25/078 to authorize borrowing not to exceed $3,000,000 (failed vote)
- Resolution 24‑25/076 designating unallocated ARPA funds for 2024 capital project expenditures (adopted)
County Board of Supervisors - October 1, 2024
The Eau Claire County Board will vote on a resolution authorizing borrowing not to exceed $3,000,000 and the issuance of general‑obligation promissory notes. It will also consider two ARPA resolutions: one designating unallocated ARPA funds for 2024 capital projects and another reallocating remaining ARPA funds from a jail‑booking area remodel to other capital expenditures. Additional items include first‑reading ordinances amending emergency‑management codes and fee structures.
- Resolution authorizing borrowing up to $3,000,000 and issuance of general‑obligation promissory notes (requires ¾ vote) – File 24‑25/078
- Resolution designating unallocated and returned ARPA funds for 2024 capital project expenditures (requires 2/3 vote) – File 24‑25/077
- Resolution reallocating remaining ARPA funds from the jail booking area remodel to other capital expenditures (requires 2/3 vote) – File 24‑25/076
- Ordinance amending multiple sections of the emergency‑management code (first reading) – File 24‑25/065
- Ordinance amending dog license tax and numerous fee codes (first reading) – File 24‑25/066
County Board of Supervisors - September 17, 2024
The Eau Claire County Board will consider several first‑reading ordinances on emergency management, fees, and land‑use, and will take second‑reading actions on a number of ordinances and resolutions. It will vote on a resolution authorizing the county administrator to enter a tower lease at the Expo Center property with The Towes, LLC. Additional resolutions include reallocating ARPA funds to the district attorney’s office remodel, applying for a railroad crossing elimination grant, and supporting increased funding for aging and disability nutrition programs.
- Resolution 24-25/067: Authorize the county administrator to enter a tower lease at the Expo Center property with The Towes, LLC.
- Resolution 24-25/054: Reallocate American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds from the criminal trial backlog project to the district attorney’s office remodel.
- Resolution 24-25/064: Authorize the highway commissioner to apply for and accept a railroad crossing elimination grant for a grade separation on County Highway T.
- Ordinance 24-25/056 (first reading): Create a Groundwater Protection Overlay District for the City of Altoona.
- Ordinance 24-25/045: Amend the 2023 official zoning district boundary map for the Town of Union (enacted).
County Board of Supervisors - August 20, 2024
The Eau Claire County Board of Supervisors will discuss borrowing for general obligation promissory notes and a budget amendment for capital project expenditures. The board is also reviewing rezoning requests and ordinances regarding groundwater protection and juvenile detention rates.
- Resolution to authorize borrowing not to exceed $6,075,000 for general obligation promissory notes
- Ordinance to create a Groundwater Protection Overlay District for the City of Altoona
- Resolution to reallocate ARPA funds from Criminal Trial Backlog Project to District Attorney’s Office remodel
- Resolution to authorize a tower lease at the Expo Center Property with The Towes, LLC
- Resolution to apply for a railroad crossing elimination grant for construction on county highway T
County Board of Supervisors - June 18, 2024
The County Board of Supervisors will review several first-reading ordinances regarding land divisions, zoning maps, and storm water management. The meeting also includes reports on debt, fund balances, and various county updates.
- Rezoning request for the Town of Washington
- Rezoning request for the Town of Lincoln
- Ordinance to amend land divisions and zoning code
- Ordinance to amend storm water management and erosion control fees
- Resolution to grant utility easement to Eau Claire Energy Cooperative in the Town of Lincoln
County Board of Supervisors - May 21, 2024
The Board will receive an introduction to the 2025 County Budget and a Q1 2024 financial update. Proposed actions include designating ARPA funds for broadband digital equity and reviewing several rezoning requests. The meeting also covers budget amendments and committee rule changes.
- Introduction of the 2025 County Budget
- Designating ARPA funds for broadband digital equity and inclusion
- Repeal of the Public Electric Vehicle Charging Port Fee
- Rezoning requests in the Towns of Pleasant Valley, Washington, and Brunswick
- Boundary alterations for County Supervisory districts 15 and 26
County Board of Supervisors - May 7, 2024
The Board will consider an ordinance to repeal public electric vehicle charging port fees. Members will also review resolutions regarding the spring 2024 sale of tax delinquent property. Additionally, the Director of Planning & Development will provide updates on Rezoning 101 and Broadband ARPA fund allocations.
- Ordinance to repeal public electric vehicle charging port fees
- Resolutions for spring 2024 in rem sale of tax delinquent property
- Broadband ARPA allocation update involving $1,216,065 in project commitments
- Report on Rezoning 101
County Board of Supervisors - April 16, 2024
The County Board of Supervisors meets to elect a Chair, First Vice-Chair, and Second Vice-Chair. The body is also reviewing several amendments to the Rules of Order and hearing various reports.
- Election of Board Officers: County Board Chair, First Vice-Chair, and Second Vice-Chair
- Adoption of the Rules of Order including 18 proposed amendments
- Rezoning request from CM Rentals LLC and Trillium Commercial-Jake Tanner
- 2023 Annual Report/State of the County by Kathryn Schauf
- Appointments for Airport Commission, Conduct Inquiry Board, Human Services Board, Groundwater Advisory, Land Conservation Commission, and Local Emergency Planning Committee
County Board of Supervisors - April 3, 2024
The Eau Claire County Board of Supervisors will consider various ordinances and resolutions at its April 3 meeting. Key items include proposed amendments to the Board's rules, changes to county code regarding human resources and compensation, and updates to zoning maps for Brunswick, Pleasant Valley, and Otter Creek.
- Amendments to County Board Rules
- Zoning map updates for Brunswick, Pleasant Valley, and Otter Creek
- Ordinance regarding Human Resources and compensation
- Resolution supporting a Day Resource Center in downtown Eau Claire
- Updates to All-Terrain Vehicle (ATV) routes
County Board of Supervisors - March 19, 2024
The County Board of Supervisors will review several items including the Climate Action & Resilience Plan and multiple rezoning requests for the Town of Otter Creek. The agenda includes first readings of ordinances regarding human resources, highway routes, and park fees.
- Rezoning request from Dale & Geraldine Erdman Trust for the Town of Otter Creek
- Rezoning request from Gerald Kreider for the Town of Otter Creek
- Ordinance to amend All Terrain Vehicle Routes in the Highway Committee
- Ordinance to amend Fees and Charges for the Parks & Forest Committee
- Resolution to recognize the Community Climate Action and Resilience Plan
County Board of Supervisors - March 5, 2024
The Board is reviewing an ordinance to amend the salaries of the County Clerk, Treasurer, and Register of Deeds. The agenda also includes a rezoning request in the Town of Pleasant Valley and a zoning map amendment for the Town of Lincoln. Additionally, there will be an update on Children’s Long Term Support.
- Ordinance to amend salaries for elected officers through 2028
- Rezoning request for the Town of Pleasant Valley
- Zoning district boundary map amendment for the Town of Lincoln
- Children’s Long Term Support update
County Board of Supervisors - February 20, 2024
The County Board of Supervisors will review a rezoning request for the Town of Brunswick and several committee resolutions. Discussion items include updates on broadband, ARPA funds, and potential impacts regarding HSHS/Prevea closure.
- Rezoning request for owner Gina Rumpel in the Town of Brunswick
- Resolution to extend the Opioid Task Force special committee
- Ordinance to amend various sections of the County Code regarding personnel and compensation
- Resolution to cancel checks over two years old and transfer funds to the General Fund
- Resolution for Parks & Forest Department participation in the DNR Municipal Dam Grant program
Special County Board of Supervisors - February 7, 2024
The Eau Claire County Board of Supervisors is considering a first reading of a resolution concerning Hospital Sister Health System (HSHS) and Prevea Health. The resolution requests that these entities delay facility closures and work with local stakeholders to ensure continuity of healthcare services in the Chippewa Valley.
- Resolution 23-24/077: Requesting HSHS and Prevea Health to work collaboratively for continuation of care
County Board of Supervisors - January 16, 2024
The County Board will consider using ARPA funds for a jail remodel at 710 2nd Ave and capital projects at Beaver Creek Reserve. The agenda also includes a rezoning request in the Town of Lincoln and first readings of several code amendments.
- Rezoning request for HG Anderson Land LLC in the Town of Lincoln
- ARPA funds for jail remodel at 710 2nd Ave
- ARPA funds for Beaver Creek Reserve capital projects
- Ordinance to create an Economic Development Committee
- Proclamation of February 5, 2024, as Transit Equity Day