Portage County, WI
Get Portage County meeting alerts
One email when Portage County posts a new agenda or minutes. Free, unsubscribe anytime.
Portage CountyWI averageUS Census ACS
Median home value
$230,400 👤 Members & officials (427)
Members seen in recent official meeting records — names and roles as published.
Who’s on the Agriculture and Extension Education Committee
- Matt Jacowski
- Barry Jacowski
- Steve Cieslewicz
- Pat Keller
- Vincent Miresse
- David Peterson
- Amberle Schwartz
- Mike Splinter
- Nancy Eggleston
- Bob Gifford
- Dave Peterson
- David Wysocki
- Landon Elgersma
- Nancy Eggleson
- Pet Keller
Who’s on the Board of Adjustment
- Brandon Taylor
- Dennis Meis
- Jason Pingel
- James Garbe
- Paul Cieslewicz
- Barbara Brilowski
- James Hopp
- Todd Knepfel
- Rick Duerr
- Jim Garbe
- Mike Pagel
- Paul Ciselewicz
Who’s on the Central Wisconsin Windshed Partnership Advisory Committee
- Bill Clendenning
- Steve Bradley
- Ed Hernandez
- Chuck Sibilsky
- Josh Saykally
- Tyler Torstenson-Harris
- Tracy Arnold
Who’s on the Commission on Aging/Aging and Disability Resource Center Board
- Eleanor Brush
- Bob Gifford
- Judy Ordens
- Lynne Kissner
- Mike Splinter
- Ann Hubbard
- Bernie Coulthurst
- Catherine Jones Ferk
- Bob Larson
- Cathy Jones Ferk
- Dave Adams
- Joan Honl
- Steve Fritz
- Bernie Couthurst
- Bob Gifford CORRESPONDENCE
Who’s on the County Board
- Chris Randazzo — Supervisor
- Dave Medin
Who’s on the Executive/Operations Committee
- Larry Raikowski — Supervisor
- Nancy Eggleston — Supervisor
- Suzanne Oehlke — Supervisor
- Stan Potocki — Supervisor
- Al Haga — Supervisor
- Dave Ladick — Supervisor
- Don Jankowski — Supervisor
- Vinnie Miresse — Supervisor
- Ray Reser — Supervisor
- Dax Burroughs — Supervisor
- Nathan Sandwick — Supervisor
- Scott Soik — Supervisor
Who’s on the Finance Committee
- Larry Raikowski
- Dave Ladick
- Julie Morrow
- Jeanne Dodge
- Scott Soik
- Vinnie Miresse
- Andrew Rockman
- Andrew Rockman CORRESPONDENCE
- Dave Medin
- Greg Hakala
- Matt Jacowski
- Don Jankowski
- Mike Splinter
- Mark Hemmrich
- David Wysocki
- Nancy Eggleston
- Shaun Przybylski
- Dave Ladick CORRESPONDENCE
- David Medin
- Janell Wehr
- Janell Wehr CORRESPONDENCE
- Shaun Przbylski
- Vinnie Miresse Attending
- Vinnie Miresse CORRESPONDENCE
Who’s on the General
- Matt Jacowski
- Janell Wehr
- Larry Raikowski
- Steve Cieslewicz
- Andrea Starr
- Anne Renc
- Jamie Kiener
- Louis Molepske
- Amberle Schwartz
- Michael Zell
- Patricia Baker
- Barbara Brilowski
- Brandon Taylor
- Chris Doubek
- Christine Mechenich
- James Garbe
- Jason Pingel
- Jonathan Schlice
- Ken Feltz
- Lynn Markham
- Mike Pagel
- Paul Cieslewicz
- Suzanne Oehlke
- Todd Knepfel
- Tyler Bulgrin
- Vinnie Miresse
- Bill Clendenning
- Cindy Piotrowski
- Colton Wolosek
- David Hickethier
- Dennis Meis
- JR Wynne
- James Yetter
- Josh Saykally
- Justin Isherwood
- Nancy Eggleston
- Nathan Sandwick
- Randazzo
- Ray Reser
- Steve Fritz
- Tracy Arnold
Who’s on the Health and Human Services Board
- Jeanne Dodge
- Joseph Jarabek
- Bev Laska
- Bob Gifford
- Chris Doubek
- Dave Medin
- Julie Morrow
- Suzanne Oehlke
- Amber Garner
- Barry Jacowski
- Greg Hakala
- Landon Elgersma
- Robin Falk
- Dave Ladick
- Janell Wehr
- Nancy Eggleston
Who’s on the Health Care Center Committee
- Shaun Przybylski — Supervisor
- Chris Randazzo — Supervisor
- Mike Splinter — Supervisor
- Nancy Eggleston — Supervisor
- Chris Doubek
- D. Jankowski
- M. Hemmrich
- Finance- M. Soik
Who’s on the Highway Committee
- M. Jacowski — Board Member
- D. Ladick — Board Member
- S. Potocki — Board Member
- S. Cieslewicz — Board Member
- S. Soik — Board Member
- A. Schwartz — Board Member
- S. Fritz — Board Member
Who’s on the Human Resources Committee
- Larry Raikowski
- Matt Jacowski
- Chris Doubek
- Janell Wehr
- Suzanne Oehlke
- Steve Cieslewicz
- Vinnie Miresse
- Jonathan Schlice
Who’s on the Joint Meeting of Committees
- Nancy Eggleston — Supervisor
- Barry Jacowski — Supervisor
- David Medin — Supervisor
- Don Jankowski — Supervisor
- Shaun Przybylski — Supervisor
- Larry Raikowski
- Amberle Schwartz
- James Yetter
- Janell Wehr
- Justin Isherwood
- Steve Cieslewicz
- Steve Fritz
- Vinnie Miresse
Who’s on the Judicial/General Government Committee
- Matt Jacowski — Supervisor
- Suzanne Oehlke — Supervisor
- Don Jankowski — Supervisor
- Stan Potocki — Supervisor
- Barry Jacowski — Supervisor
- Steven Fritz — Supervisor
- Bassett — Supervisor
- Stingle — Supervisor
- Joe Bachman — Supervisor
- Andrew Rockman
- Pat Keller
- Mark Hemmrich
- Superivsor Barry Jacowski
Who’s on the Justice Coalition
- Patricia Baker
- Louis Molepske
- Michael Zell
- Cass Cousins
- Andrew Rockman
- Ben Beaudoin
- Bob Gifford
- Candace Schmidt
- David Hickethier
- David Medin
- Jeanne Dodge
- Jennifer Jossie
- Jessica Cliver
- Joan Honl
- Jodi Chamberlain
- John Olson
- Kasandra Borchardt
- Kate Mueller
- Lisa Roth
- Liz Goose
- Logan Beverage
- Meg Erler
- Michael Wiza
- Mike Lukas
- Penny Borski
- Rob Golla
- Robert Kussow
- Ronnie Leach
- Ryan Fox
- Sandra LaDu
- Sheila Kessler
- Stan Potocki
- Theresa Kovach
- Zach Bishop
Who’s on the Land and Water Conservation Committee
- Barry Jacowski
- Catherine Guth
- Amberle Schwartz
- Janell Wehr
- David Peterson
- Mike Splinter
- Nancy Eggleston
- Steve Fritz
- Justin Isherwood
- James Yetter
- Tyler Bulgrin
- Mark Hemmrich
- Christine Mechenich
- Ken Feltz
- Lynn Markham
- Mike Pagel
- Bob Gifford
- Doug Stingle
- Travis Bassett
Who’s on the Local Emergency Planning Committee (LEPC)
- Kenneth Collins
- JB Moody
- Kenneth Glazer
- Jacob Greeley
- David Jimenez
- Jason Draheim
- Nick Proulx
- Stephanie Duxbury-Weir
- Brandi Makuski
- Mark Deaver
- Dan Reber
- Hunter Hart
- Joe Nagel
- Leigh Ann Trzinski
- Pete Krzmarzick
- Jason Meidl
- Don Jankowski
- Jason D'Acchioli
- Joel Proulx
- Kristopher Falasco
- Andrea Krantz
- Barbera Muckler Poirier
- Brian Lepper
- Gary Garske
- Sally McGinty
- Scott Janz
- Chris Michalski
- Emma Baumhofer
- Eric Olson
- Melissa Diers-Sarasin
- Todd Peterson
Who’s on the Park Commission
- Shaun Przybylski
- Joe Cyran
- Mike Splinter
- Don Butkowski
- Ray Reser
- Steve Fritz
- Greg Hakala
- Andrew Rockman
- Brian Swan
- James Yetter
- Doug Stingle
- Kelly Van Laanen
Who’s on the Planning and Zoning Committee
- Larry Raikowski
- Barry Jacowski
- Julie Morrow
- Mike Splinter
- Janell Wehr
- Pat Keller
- Steve Cieslewicz
- Amberle Schwartz
- Vinnie Miresse
- Suzanne Ohelke
- Nathan Sandwick
- James Yetter
- Justin Isherwood
- Nancy Eggleston
- Steve Fritz
- Vincent Miresse
Who’s on the Portage County Transportation Coordinating Committee
- Karalyn Peterson
- Rose Williams
- Bob Gifford
- Jeanne Dodge
- Tanya Mazur
- Dominique Swangstu
- JR Wynne
- Craig Sankey
- Kathleen Sankey CORRESPONDENCE
- Kim Vagueiro
Who’s on the Public Library Board
- Holly Petrillo — Board Member
- Amanda Freberg — Board Member
- Larry Oathout
- Nicole Ozanich
- Eddie Glade
- Jamie Phillis
- Laura Fuller
- Liz Peterson
- Charles Danner
- Joan Honl
- Alexander Johnson
- Elise Holzberger
- Nycole Martinez
- Shaun Przybylski
Who’s on the Public Safety/Emergency Management Committee
- Stan Potocki
- Don Jankowski
- David Medin
- Scott Soik
- David Peterson
- Barry Jacowski
- Shaun Przybylski
- Landon Elgersma
- Mike Splinter
- Robin Falk
Who’s on the Solid Waste Management Board
- Spierings
- Yetter
- Wiza
- Gifford
- Honl
- Jacowski
- Luchini
- Randazzo
- Miresse
- Schlice
- Zach
Who’s on the South Central Library System Board of Trustees
- M. Nelson — Treasurer
- M. Jorgensen — Treasurer
- N. Foth
- B. Clendenning
- J. Honl
- S. Feith
- P. Cox
- M. Furgal
- C. Clark
- M. Howe
- J. Fordham
- B. Carus
- G. Poulson
- Jacob Wright
- S. Garcia
- Gen Carter
- D. Peterson
- Richard Bloomquist
- L. Ross
- Henry St. Maurice
- Jordan Tilleson
- Tayler Palkowski
- Amanda Smith
- Ann Mueller
- Joe Bachmann
- Latonya Jackson-Flynn
- Latonya
- M. Anderson
- Shannon Schultz
Who’s on the Space and Properties Committee
- Jeanne Dodge — Supervisor
- Mike Splinter — Supervisor
- Janell Wehr — Supervisor
- Dave Ladick — Supervisor
- Mike Wiza — Mayor
- Nancy Eggleston — Supervisor
- Doug Stingle — Supervisor
- David Medin — Supervisor
- Dave Medin
- Don Jankowski
- Matt Jacowski
- Chris Doubek
- Chris Randazzo
- Shaun Przybylski
Who’s on the Traffic Safety Commission
- B Beaudoin
- C Budzinski
- C Loiselle
- D Kontos
- J Ostrowski
- B Weinert
- D Jankowski
- H Schultz
- N Check
- J Gemza
- B Uitenbroek
- J Pavelski
- R Stertz
- T Reed
- T Kemnitz
- B Noel
- D Brugman
- A Haga
- D Hickethier
- R Reser
- Raikowski
- C Abts
- A Kontos
- Hicketheir
- J Check
- B Skalecke
- J Pederson
- Platt
- Burroughs
- D Hichethier
- D Hickithier
- D Jankowksi
- J Genza
- Olson
Municipal budget
Total revenue$84.0M (FY2023)
Total spending$93.4M (FY2023)
Taxes$43.1M (FY2023)
Debt outstanding$6.7M (FY2023)
Spending per resident$1,325 (FY2023)
Upcoming
Wed Oct 21, 2026 · 16:30
Public Library Board
Portage County Public Library Board to discuss 2027 position changes
The Board of Trustees will review financial reports and discuss a 2027 position change authorization. The meeting includes a discussion on the 2025 budget carryover request and the library's strategic plan. A closed session is scheduled for the Library Director's annual performance evaluation.
- Approval of financials
- 2027 Position Change Authorization
- 2025 PCPL Budget Carryover Request
- PCPL Strategic Plan
- Annual performance evaluation of the Library Director
librarybudgetpersonnelstrategic-planning
2151 Roosevelt Drive, Plover
📄 From the agenda
Extracted text of the official agenda document (automated extraction — may contain OCR/formatting errors).
______________________________________________________________________________________________________
CALL TO ORDER
1. Board Members Time Entry – Per Diem and Mileage
CORRESPONDENCE
REPORTS
2. Branch and Extension; Circulation; Reference; Technical Services; Youth Services
Department Operations and Activities
3. Municipal Government Liaison
4. Director Report and Statistics
PCPL Staffing, Operations, Facilities Building Overview, and Activities
PUBLIC NOTICE
Members of the public who wish to address the Board of Trustees on specific agenda items must register their
request at this time, with such comments subject to the public comment ordinance and the reasonable control of
the President as set forth in Robert’s Rules of Order.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
5. September 16, 2026 Meeting Minutes
DISCUSSION / POSSIBLE ACTION
6. Discussion / Possible Action – Approval of Financials
7. Discussion / Possible Action – 2027 Position Change Authorization
8. Discussion Only – 2025 PCPL Budget Carryover Request
9. Discussion Only – PCPL Strategic Plan
CLOSED SESSION
10. Enter into Closed Session pursuant to Wisconsin Statutes 19.85 (1)(c) for the purpose of considering
employment, promotion, compensation or performance evaluation of any public employee over which the
governmental body has jurisdiction or exercises responsibility, specifically to discuss the annual performance
evaluation of the Library Director.
OPEN SESSION
11. Reconvene to …
Thu Oct 22, 2026 · 13:30
General
Committee considers 2027-2030 transportation contract with Stevens Point
The Transportation Coordinating Committee will review reports and consider a resolution regarding transportation services. The meeting includes reports from the Superintendent and Mobility Management.
- Resolution authorizing the 2027-2030 transportation services contract between Portage County and the City of Stevens Point
- Q2 2026 85.21 Report
- Q2 2026 OAA Report
transportationcontractsstevens-pointpublic-transit
2700 Week Street, Stevens Point
📄 From the agenda
Extracted text of the official agenda document (automated extraction — may contain OCR/formatting errors).
PORTAGE COUNTY
MEETING AGENDA
TRANSPORTATION COORDINATING
COMMITTEE
2700 WEEK STREET
STEVENS POINT, WI 54482
Thursday, October 22, 2026
1:30 PM
REMOTE ATTENDANCE & COMMENT
To attend this meeting by telephone : dial 1-312-626-6799, after dialing the number you will then be asked to enter in a
meeting number. Use the following meeting number: 992 4902 6990, then press #. Passcode: 123567
To attend this meeting by video: Launch Meeting - Zoom
Page 1 of 2
CALL TO ORDER
Committee Members enter Per Diem and Mileage
CORRESPONDENCE
REPORTS
1.
Superintendant's Report
2.
Mobility Management Report
3.
Regional Transit Authorities (RTAs)
PUBLIC NOTICE
Members of the public who wish to address the Committee on specific agenda items must register their request at this time,
with such comments subject to the public comment ordinance and the reasonable control of the Committee Chair as set forth
in Robert’s Rules of Order.
Members of the public who wish to address the Committee on specific agenda items must register their request at this time,
with such comments subject to the public comment ordinance and the reasonable control of the Committee Chair as set forth
in Robert’s Rules of Order.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
4.
July Minutes
DISCUSSION/POSSIBLE ACTION
5.
Q2 2026 85.21 Report
6.
Q2 2026 OAA Report
7.
Resolution authorizing the 2027-2030 transportation services cont …
Thu Oct 22, 2026 · 12:15
South Central Library System Board of Trustees
Board to review 2027 system plan and employee handbook revisions
The South Central Library System Board of Trustees will meet to approve the 2027 system plan for the DPI. The board will also discuss potential revisions to the SCLS Employee Handbook and review financial statements.
- Approval of the 2027 system plan to DPI
- Discussion and possible action on SCLS Employee Handbook revisions
- Approval of bills for payment
- Nominations Committee report for 2027 officers
librariespersonnelbudgetplanning
1650 Pankratz Street , Madison
📄 From the agenda
Extracted text of the official agenda document (automated extraction — may contain OCR/formatting errors).
AGENDA
South Central Library System Board of Trustees
Date: October 22, 2026 at 12:15 p.m.
Meeting Location: 1650 Pankratz Street in Madison, and Via Zoom
This Meeting’s Documents
Join the Meeting Online Via Zoom
1. Call to Order and Introductions
2. Approval of the Previous Meeting Minutes
3. Review of the Financial Statements
4. Presentation and Approval of Bills for Payment (H. St. Maurice)
5. Reports
a. Personnel Committee
b. Nominations Committee (for determining 2027 officers)
c. Director’s Report
6. Approval of the 2027 system plan to DPI
7. Discussion and possible action on SCLS Employee Handbook revisions
8. Announcements and Information Sharing
9. Next meeting: November 20, 2026 (FRIDAY)
a. Bill Examiner: C. Clark (Alternate: M. Jorgensen)
10. Adjournment
If you are unable to attend, please notify Megan Doyle at (608) 246-7970 or
[email protected]. The bill examiner
should arrive by 11:30 a.m.
BOT/Agenda/10-22-2026
Mon Oct 26, 2026 · 15:30
Judicial/General Government Committee
1462 STRONGS AVE, STEVENS POINT
Mon Oct 26, 2026 · 15:30
Judicial/General Government Committee
1462 Strongs Avenue, Stevens Point
Mon Oct 26, 2026 · 17:00
Finance Committee
Finance Committee to review and act on 2027 Proposed County Budget
The committee will discuss and review the 2027 Proposed County Budget. Possible actions include adopting the budget and the property tax levy apportionment for the 2026 tax levy payable in 2027.
- Discussion and review of 2027 Proposed County Budget
- Possible action on Resolution for Adoption of the 2027 Portage County Budget
- Possible action on Property Tax Levy Apportionment for the 2026 Tax Levy Payable in 2027
- Possible action on Resolution Establishing Fund Balance Classifications per GASB Statement No. 54
budgettaxesfinancegovernment-accounting
📄 From the agenda
Extracted text of the official agenda document (automated extraction — may contain OCR/formatting errors).
PORTAGE COUNTY
MEETING AGENDA
FINANCE COMMITTEE
PORTAGE COUNTY ANNEX
CONFERENCE ROOMS 1 & 2
1462 STRONGS AVENUE
STEVENS POINT, WI 54481
Monday, October 26, 2026
5:00 PM
REMOTE ATTENDANCE & COMMENT
To attend this meeting by telephone : dial 1-872-242-7813 , after dialing the number you will then be asked to enter in a
meeting number. Use the following meeting number: 868 956 590, then press #
To attend this meeting by video: https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/241270821726680?p=DDO1LbA7sLd7WRpWWk
Page 1 of 1
CALL TO ORDER
Committee Members enter Per Diem and Mileage
CORRESPONDENCE
REPORTS
1.
Special Meeting Attendance Reports (Portage County Ordinance 3.1.47 & 3.1.48)
PRESENTATIONS
PUBLIC NOTICE
Members of the public who wish to address the Committee on specific agenda items must register their request at this time,
with such comments subject to the public comment ordinance and the reasonable control of the Committee Chair as set forth
in Robert’s Rules of Order.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
2.
October 12, 2026 Meeting Minutes
DISCUSSION/POSSIBLE ACTION
3.
Discussion and Review regarding 2027 Proposed County Budget
A copy of the County's proposed budget may be found on the website - 2027 Proposed Budget
4.
Discussion and Possible Action regarding Resolution for Adoption of the 2027 Portage County Budget and the Property
Tax Levy Apportionment for the 2026 Tax Levy Payable in 2027 …
Tue Oct 27, 2026 · 17:00
Planning and Zoning Committee
1462 Strongs Avenue, Stevens Point
Tue Oct 27, 2026 · 17:00
Planning and Zoning Committee
Committee to consider data center zoning and solar map changes for Town of Grant
The Planning and Zoning Committee will hold public hearings on three requests from the Town of Grant regarding its comprehensive plan and zoning ordinances. The committee will also discuss a surface water grant application and an amendment to the county shoreland zoning ordinance.
- REQ-2026-017: Amendment to Town of Grant Solar Overlay Map and rationale
- REQ-2026-018: Addition of Industrial 2 Data Center floating zoning district to Town of Grant
- REQ-2026-019: New regulations for Data Centers in Town of Grant Zoning Ordinance
- Application to DNR for 'Wonderful Waters of Portage County' Surface Water Grant
- T-2026-001: Amendment of section 7.7 of the Portage County Shoreland Zoning Ordinance
zoningland-usesolardata-centersenvironment
1462 Strongs Ave, Stevens Point
📄 From the agenda
Extracted text of the official agenda document (automated extraction — may contain OCR/formatting errors).
PORTAGE COUNTY
MEETING AGENDA
PLANNING AND ZONING
COMMITTEE
PORTAGE COUNTY ANNEX
CONFERENCE ROOMS 1 & 2
1462 STRONGS AVENUE
STEVENS POINT, WI 54481
Tuesday, October 27, 2026
5:00 PM
REMOTE ATTENDANCE & COMMENT
To attend this meeting by telephone : dial 1-872-242-7813 , after dialing the number you will then be asked to enter in a
meeting number. Use the following meeting number: 267 165 47, then press #
To attend this meeting by video: https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/297001591727441?p=wRAfMaKLF1HtxgiRyT
Page 1 of 2
CALL TO ORDER
Committee Members enter Per Diem and Mileage
PUBLIC HEARING
1.
REQ-2026-017 – A request by the Town of Grant to amend the Town of Grant Comprehensive Plan, which is
incorporated into the Portage County Comprehensive Plan through Chapter 8 of said document; the amendment will
revise the Solar Overlay Map (Map 8.2A) of the Future Land Use Map and the rationale.
2.
REQ-2026-018 – A request by the Town of Grant to amend the Town of Grant Comprehensive Plan, which is
incorporated into the Portage County Comprehensive Plan through Chapter 8 of said document; the amendment will
update Table 9.1: Town of Grant Zoning/Land Use Plan Compatibility to add a new floating zoning district called
Industrial 2 Data Center.
3.
REQ-2026-019 – A request by Town of Grant to amend the Town of Grant Zoning Ordinance to add regulations for Data
Centers.
CORRESPONDENCE
4.
Soil and Water Resou …
Tue Oct 27, 2026 · 16:00
Planning and Zoning Committee
Tue Oct 27, 2026 · 16:30
Solid Waste Management Board
Solid Waste Management Board to discuss project updates
The board will receive reports on landfill, hazardous waste, and recycling operations. Members will also discuss a Solid Waste Project update.
- Landfill and Hazardous Waste updates
- SWAP Reconciliation Report
- Recycling Processing Report
- YTD Budget Report
- Solid Waste Project update
waste-managementrecyclinglandfillbudget
📄 From the agenda
Extracted text of the official agenda document (automated extraction — may contain OCR/formatting errors).
PORTAGE COUNTY
MEETING AGENDA
SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT
BOARD
PORTAGE COUNTY HWY
CONFERENCE ROOM
800 PLOVER ROAD
PLOVER, WI 54467
Tuesday, October 27, 2026
4:30 PM
REMOTE ATTENDANCE & COMMENT
To attend this meeting by telephone: dial 1-872-242-7813, after dialing the number you will then be asked to enter in a
meeting number. Use the following meeting number: 638 955 759 then press #.
To attend this meeting by video:
https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/261216542257028?p=tc14RSXmi5u1IbWBMr
Page 1 of 2
CALL TO ORDER
Committee Members enter Per Diem and Mileage
REPORTS
1.
Special Meeting Attendance Reports (Portage County Ordinance 3.1.47 & 3.1.48)
2.
Site Coordinator
• Landfill Updates
• Hazardous Waste Updates
• Special Programs Updates
3.
Solid Waste Director
• SWAP Reconciliation Report
• Recycling Processing Report
• YTD Budget Report
• Program Updates
PUBLIC NOTICE
Members of the public who wish to address the Committee on specific agenda items must register their request at this time,
with such comments subject to the public comment ordinance and the reasonable control of the Committee Chair as set forth
in Robert’s Rules of Order.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
4.
August Meeting Minutes
DISCUSSION/POSSIBLE ACTION
5.
Discussion Only: Solid Waste Project Update
NEXT MEETING DATE
6.
Tuesday, November 24 at 4:30 pm
Solid Waste Management Board
Meeting A …
Tue Oct 27, 2026 · 17:00
Planning and Zoning Committee
1462 Strongs Ave, Stevens Point
Tue Oct 27, 2026 · 17:00
Planning and Zoning Committee
1462 Strongs Ave., Stevens Point
Wed Oct 28, 2026 · 08:00
Public Safety/Emergency Management Committee
Mon Nov 2, 2026 · 16:30
Health and Human Services Board
Mon Nov 2, 2026 · 17:00
County Board
Tue Nov 3, 2026 · 18:00
Land and Water Conservation Committee
1462 Strongs Ave, Stevens Point
Tue Nov 3, 2026 · 19:00
Land and Water Conservation Committee
1462 Strongs Ave, Stevens Point
Tue Nov 3, 2026 · 19:00
Land and Water Conservation Committee
1462 Strongs Ave, Stevens Point
Tue Nov 3, 2026 · 15:30
Space and Properties Committee
1462 Strongs Avenue, Stevens Point
Tue Nov 3, 2026 · 19:00
Land and Water Conservation Committee
1462 Strongs Ave, Stevens Point
Tue Nov 3, 2026 · 19:00
Land and Water Conservation Committee
1462 Strongs Ave, Stevens Point
Tue Nov 3, 2026 · 19:00
Land and Water Conservation Committee
1462 Strongs Ave, Stevens Point
Thu Nov 5, 2026 · 08:30
Local Emergency Planning Committee (LEPC)
Thu Nov 5, 2026 · 17:00
Human Resources Committee
Conference Room 1 & 2, Stevens Point
Thu Nov 5, 2026 · 16:00
Commission on Aging/Aging and Disability Resource Center Board
Aging and Disability Resource Center, Stevens Point
Mon Nov 9, 2026 · 15:30
Executive/Operations Committee
Mon Nov 9, 2026 · 17:00
Finance Committee
Tue Nov 10, 2026 · 15:00
Space and Properties Committee
Tue Nov 10, 2026 · 18:00
Land and Water Conservation Committee
1462 Strongs Ave, Stevens Point
Thu Nov 12, 2026 · 17:00
Agriculture and Extension Education Committee
Mon Nov 16, 2026 · 16:00
Board of Adjustment
1462 Strongs Avenue, Stevens Point
Tue Nov 17, 2026 · 15:30
Highway Committee
PORTAGE COUNTY ANNEX CONFERENCE ROOMS 1 & 2, STEVENS POINT
Tue Nov 17, 2026 · 17:00
County Board
Wed Nov 18, 2026 · 16:30
Public Library Board
1001 Main Street, Stevens Point
Tue Nov 24, 2026 · 17:00
Planning and Zoning Committee
1462 Strongs Ave, Stevens Point
Tue Nov 24, 2026 · 16:30
Solid Waste Management Board
Tue Nov 24, 2026 · 17:00
Planning and Zoning Committee
1462 Strongs Ave, Stevens Point
Tue Nov 24, 2026 · 17:00
Planning and Zoning Committee
1462 Strongs Avenue, Stevens Point
Tue Nov 24, 2026 · 17:00
Planning and Zoning Committee
1462 Strongs Ave., Stevens Point
Wed Nov 25, 2026 · 08:00
Public Safety/Emergency Management Committee
Tue Dec 1, 2026 · 19:00
Land and Water Conservation Committee
1462 Strongs Ave, Stevens Point
Tue Dec 1, 2026 · 18:00
Land and Water Conservation Committee
1462 Strongs Ave, Stevens Point
Tue Dec 1, 2026 · 19:00
Land and Water Conservation Committee
1462 Strongs Ave, Stevens Point
Tue Dec 1, 2026 · 10:00
General
LEC Training Room, Stevens Point
Tue Dec 1, 2026 · 17:00
Executive/Operations Committee
Tue Dec 1, 2026 · 19:00
Land and Water Conservation Committee
1462 Strongs Ave, Stevens Point
Tue Dec 1, 2026 · 19:00
Land and Water Conservation Committee
1462 Strongs Ave, Stevens Point
Tue Dec 1, 2026 · 15:30
Space and Properties Committee
1462 Strongs Avenue, Stevens Point
Tue Dec 1, 2026 · 19:00
Land and Water Conservation Committee
1462 Strongs Ave, Stevens Point
Thu Dec 3, 2026 · 16:00
Commission on Aging/Aging and Disability Resource Center Board
Aging and Disability Resource Center, Stevens Point
Thu Dec 3, 2026 · 17:00
Human Resources Committee
Conference Room 1 & 2, Stevens Point
Mon Dec 7, 2026 · 16:30
Health and Human Services Board
Mon Dec 7, 2026 · 17:00
Finance Committee
Tue Dec 8, 2026 · 18:00
Land and Water Conservation Committee
1462 Strongs Ave, Stevens Point
Thu Dec 10, 2026 · 17:00
Agriculture and Extension Education Committee
Thu Dec 10, 2026 · 17:00
Park Commission
1770 Cty Rd Y, Stevens Point
Tue Dec 15, 2026 · 17:00
County Board
Wed Dec 16, 2026 · 08:00
Public Safety/Emergency Management Committee
Wed Dec 16, 2026 · 16:30
Public Library Board
1001 Main Street, Stevens Point
Mon Dec 21, 2026 · 16:00
Board of Adjustment
1462 Strongs Avenue, Stevens Point
Tue Dec 22, 2026 · 17:00
Planning and Zoning Committee
1462 Strongs Ave, Stevens Point
Tue Dec 22, 2026 · 16:30
Solid Waste Management Board
Tue Dec 22, 2026 · 17:00
Planning and Zoning Committee
1462 Strongs Avenue, Stevens Point
Tue Dec 22, 2026 · 17:00
Planning and Zoning Committee
1462 Strongs Ave., Stevens Point
Tue Dec 22, 2026 · 17:00
Planning and Zoning Committee
1462 Strongs Ave, Stevens Point
Mon Dec 28, 2026 · 15:30
Judicial/General Government Committee
1462 STRONGS AVENUE , STEVENS POINT
Mon Dec 28, 2026 · 15:30
Judicial/General Government Committee
1462 Strongs Ave , Stevens Point
Mon Jan 4, 2027 · 16:30
Health and Human Services Board
Tue Jan 5, 2027 · 19:00
Land and Water Conservation Committee
1462 Strongs Ave, Stevens Point
Tue Jan 5, 2027 · 17:00
Executive/Operations Committee
Tue Jan 5, 2027 · 19:00
Land and Water Conservation Committee
1462 Strongs Ave, Stevens Point
Tue Jan 5, 2027 · 18:00
Land and Water Conservation Committee
1462 Strongs Ave, Stevens Point
Tue Jan 5, 2027 · 18:00
Land and Water Conservation Committee
1462 Strongs Ave, Stevens Point
Tue Jan 5, 2027 · 19:00
Land and Water Conservation Committee
1462 Strongs Ave, Stevens Point
Tue Jan 5, 2027 · 18:00
Land and Water Conservation Committee
1462 Strongs Ave, Stevens Point
Tue Jan 5, 2027 · 19:00
Land and Water Conservation Committee
1462 Strongs Ave, Stevens Point
Tue Jan 5, 2027 · 19:00
Land and Water Conservation Committee
1462 Strongs Ave, Stevens Point
Thu Jan 7, 2027 · 16:00
Commission on Aging/Aging and Disability Resource Center Board
Aging and Disability Resource Center, Stevens Point
Thu Jan 7, 2027 · 17:00
Human Resources Committee
Conference Room 1 & 2, Stevens Point
Mon Jan 11, 2027 · 17:00
Finance Committee
Thu Jan 14, 2027 · 17:00
Agriculture and Extension Education Committee
Mon Jan 18, 2027 · 16:00
Board of Adjustment
1462 Strongs Avenue, Stevens Point
Tue Jan 19, 2027 · 17:00
County Board
Tue Jan 26, 2027 · 16:30
Solid Waste Management Board
Tue Jan 26, 2027 · 17:00
Planning and Zoning Committee
1462 Strongs Ave, Stevens Point
Tue Jan 26, 2027 · 17:00
Planning and Zoning Committee
1462 Strongs Ave., Stevens Point
Tue Jan 26, 2027 · 17:00
Planning and Zoning Committee
1462 Strongs Ave, Stevens Point
Wed Jan 27, 2027 · 08:00
Public Safety/Emergency Management Committee
Mon Feb 1, 2027 · 16:30
Health and Human Services Board
Tue Feb 2, 2027 · 17:00
Executive/Operations Committee
Tue Feb 2, 2027 · 19:00
Land and Water Conservation Committee
1462 Strongs Ave, Stevens Point
Tue Feb 2, 2027 · 18:00
Land and Water Conservation Committee
1462 Strongs Ave, Stevens Point
Tue Feb 2, 2027 · 19:00
Land and Water Conservation Committee
1462 Strongs Ave, Stevens Point
Tue Feb 2, 2027 · 19:00
Land and Water Conservation Committee
1462 Strongs Ave, Stevens Point
Tue Feb 2, 2027 · 19:00
Land and Water Conservation Committee
1462 Strongs Ave, Stevens Point
Tue Feb 2, 2027 · 19:00
Land and Water Conservation Committee
1462 Strongs Ave, Stevens Point
Tue Feb 2, 2027 · 18:00
Land and Water Conservation Committee
1462 Strongs Ave, Stevens Point
Tue Feb 2, 2027 · 18:00
Land and Water Conservation Committee
1462 Strongs Ave, Stevens Point
Thu Feb 4, 2027 · 08:30
Local Emergency Planning Committee (LEPC)
Thu Feb 4, 2027 · 16:00
Commission on Aging/Aging and Disability Resource Center Board
Aging and Disability Resource Center, Stevens Point
Thu Feb 4, 2027 · 17:00
Human Resources Committee
Conference Room 1 & 2, Stevens Point
Mon Feb 8, 2027 · 17:00
Finance Committee
Thu Feb 11, 2027 · 17:00
Agriculture and Extension Education Committee
Thu Feb 11, 2027 · 17:00
Park Commission
1770 Cty Rd Y, Stevens Point
Mon Feb 15, 2027 · 16:00
Board of Adjustment
1462 Strongs Avenue, Stevens Point
Tue Feb 16, 2027 · 17:00
County Board
Tue Feb 23, 2027 · 16:30
Solid Waste Management Board
Tue Feb 23, 2027 · 17:00
Planning and Zoning Committee
1462 Strongs Ave, Stevens Point
Tue Feb 23, 2027 · 17:00
Planning and Zoning Committee
1462 Strongs Ave, Stevens Point
Tue Feb 23, 2027 · 17:00
Planning and Zoning Committee
1462 Strongs Ave., Stevens Point
Wed Feb 24, 2027 · 08:00
Public Safety/Emergency Management Committee
Mon Mar 1, 2027 · 16:30
Health and Human Services Board
Tue Mar 2, 2027 · 19:00
Land and Water Conservation Committee
1462 Strongs Ave, Stevens Point
Tue Mar 2, 2027 · 19:00
Land and Water Conservation Committee
1462 Strongs Ave, Stevens Point
Tue Mar 2, 2027 · 17:00
Executive/Operations Committee
Tue Mar 2, 2027 · 19:00
Land and Water Conservation Committee
1462 Strongs Ave, Stevens Point
Tue Mar 2, 2027 · 19:00
Land and Water Conservation Committee
1462 Strongs Ave, Stevens Point
Tue Mar 2, 2027 · 19:00
Land and Water Conservation Committee
1462 Strongs Ave, Stevens Point
Tue Mar 2, 2027 · 18:00
Land and Water Conservation Committee
1462 Strongs Ave, Stevens Point
Tue Mar 2, 2027 · 18:00
Land and Water Conservation Committee
1462 Strongs Ave, Stevens Point
Tue Mar 2, 2027 · 18:00
Land and Water Conservation Committee
1462 Strongs Ave, Stevens Point
Thu Mar 4, 2027 · 17:00
Human Resources Committee
Conference Room 1 & 2, Stevens Point
Mon Mar 8, 2027 · 17:00
Finance Committee
Thu Mar 11, 2027 · 17:00
Agriculture and Extension Education Committee
Mon Mar 15, 2027 · 16:00
Board of Adjustment
1462 Strongs Avenue, Stevens Point
Tue Mar 16, 2027 · 17:00
County Board
Tue Mar 23, 2027 · 17:00
Planning and Zoning Committee
1462 Strongs Ave, Stevens Point
Tue Mar 23, 2027 · 16:30
Solid Waste Management Board
Tue Mar 23, 2027 · 17:00
Planning and Zoning Committee
1462 Strongs Ave., Stevens Point
Tue Mar 23, 2027 · 17:00
Planning and Zoning Committee
1462 Strongs Ave, Stevens Point
Wed Mar 24, 2027 · 08:00
Public Safety/Emergency Management Committee
Thu Apr 1, 2027 · 17:00
Human Resources Committee
Conference Room 1 & 2, Stevens Point
Mon Apr 5, 2027 · 16:30
Health and Human Services Board
Tue Apr 6, 2027 · 18:00
Land and Water Conservation Committee
1462 Strongs Ave, Stevens Point
Tue Apr 6, 2027 · 18:00
Land and Water Conservation Committee
1462 Strongs Ave, Stevens Point
Tue Apr 6, 2027 · 18:00
Land and Water Conservation Committee
1462 Strongs Ave, Stevens Point
Tue Apr 6, 2027 · 19:00
Land and Water Conservation Committee
1462 Strongs Ave, Stevens Point
Tue Apr 6, 2027 · 19:00
Land and Water Conservation Committee
1462 Strongs Ave, Stevens Point
Tue Apr 6, 2027 · 19:00
Land and Water Conservation Committee
1462 Strongs Ave, Stevens Point
Tue Apr 6, 2027 · 19:00
Land and Water Conservation Committee
1462 Strongs Ave, Stevens Point
Tue Apr 6, 2027 · 19:00
Land and Water Conservation Committee
1462 Strongs Ave, Stevens Point
Tue Apr 6, 2027 · 17:00
Executive/Operations Committee
Thu Apr 8, 2027 · 17:00
Agriculture and Extension Education Committee
Thu Apr 8, 2027 · 17:00
Park Commission
1770 Cty Rd Y, Stevens Point
Mon Apr 12, 2027 · 17:00
Finance Committee
Tue Apr 20, 2027 · 17:00
County Board
Tue Apr 27, 2027 · 17:00
Planning and Zoning Committee
1462 Strongs Ave, Stevens Point
Tue Apr 27, 2027 · 16:30
Solid Waste Management Board
Tue Apr 27, 2027 · 17:00
Planning and Zoning Committee
1462 Strongs Ave, Stevens Point
Wed Apr 28, 2027 · 08:00
Public Safety/Emergency Management Committee
Mon May 3, 2027 · 16:30
Health and Human Services Board
Tue May 4, 2027 · 18:00
Land and Water Conservation Committee
1462 Strongs Ave, Stevens Point
Tue May 4, 2027 · 18:00
Land and Water Conservation Committee
1462 Strongs Ave, Stevens Point
Tue May 4, 2027 · 19:00
Land and Water Conservation Committee
1462 Strongs Ave, Stevens Point
Tue May 4, 2027 · 18:00
Land and Water Conservation Committee
1462 Strongs Ave, Stevens Point
Tue May 4, 2027 · 19:00
Land and Water Conservation Committee
1462 Strongs Ave, Stevens Point
Tue May 4, 2027 · 17:00
Executive/Operations Committee
Tue May 4, 2027 · 19:00
Land and Water Conservation Committee
1462 Strongs Ave, Stevens Point
Tue May 4, 2027 · 19:00
Land and Water Conservation Committee
1462 Strongs Ave, Stevens Point
Tue May 4, 2027 · 19:00
Land and Water Conservation Committee
1462 Strongs Ave, Stevens Point
Thu May 6, 2027 · 08:30
Local Emergency Planning Committee (LEPC)
Thu May 6, 2027 · 17:00
Human Resources Committee
Conference Room 1 & 2, Stevens Point
Mon May 10, 2027 · 17:00
Finance Committee
Thu May 13, 2027 · 17:00
Agriculture and Extension Education Committee
Tue May 18, 2027 · 17:00
County Board
Wed May 26, 2027 · 08:00
Public Safety/Emergency Management Committee
Tue Jun 1, 2027 · 19:00
Land and Water Conservation Committee
1462 Strongs Ave, Stevens Point
Tue Jun 1, 2027 · 19:00
Land and Water Conservation Committee
1462 Strongs Ave, Stevens Point
Tue Jun 1, 2027 · 19:00
Land and Water Conservation Committee
1462 Strongs Ave, Stevens Point
Tue Jun 1, 2027 · 17:00
Executive/Operations Committee
Tue Jun 1, 2027 · 19:00
Land and Water Conservation Committee
1462 Strongs Ave, Stevens Point
Mon Jun 7, 2027 · 17:00
Finance Committee
Mon Jun 7, 2027 · 16:30
Health and Human Services Board
Thu Jun 10, 2027 · 17:00
Park Commission
1770 Cty Rd Y, Stevens Point
Tue Jun 15, 2027 · 17:00
County Board
Mon Jul 5, 2027 · 16:30
Health and Human Services Board
Tue Jul 6, 2027 · 19:00
Land and Water Conservation Committee
1462 Strongs Ave, Stevens Point
Tue Jul 6, 2027 · 19:00
Land and Water Conservation Committee
1462 Strongs Ave, Stevens Point
Tue Jul 6, 2027 · 17:00
Executive/Operations Committee
Tue Jul 6, 2027 · 19:00
Land and Water Conservation Committee
1462 Strongs Ave, Stevens Point
Tue Jul 6, 2027 · 19:00
Land and Water Conservation Committee
1462 Strongs Ave, Stevens Point
Mon Jul 12, 2027 · 17:00
Finance Committee
Mon Jul 12, 2027 · 17:00
Finance Committee
Mon Aug 9, 2027 · 17:00
Finance Committee
Mon Aug 9, 2027 · 17:00
Finance Committee
Thu Aug 12, 2027 · 17:00
Park Commission
1770 Cty Rd Y, Stevens Point
Mon Sep 13, 2027 · 17:00
Finance Committee
Mon Oct 11, 2027 · 17:00
Finance Committee
Mon Oct 25, 2027 · 17:00
Finance Committee
Mon Nov 8, 2027 · 17:00
Finance Committee
Mon Dec 13, 2027 · 17:00
Finance Committee
Mon Jan 10, 2028 · 17:00
Finance Committee
Mon Feb 7, 2028 · 17:00
Finance Committee
Mon Mar 13, 2028 · 17:00
Finance Committee
Mon Apr 10, 2028 · 17:00
Finance Committee
Recent meetings
Tue Oct 20, 2026 · 15:30
General
Human Resources Committee to review health plan stop loss provider
The Human Resources Committee will discuss the procurement results and analysis for the Portage County Health Plan stop loss. The committee may take action on a resolution to authorize Sun Life as the provider for 2027.
- Analysis of Portage County Health Plan Stop Loss Procurement results
- Resolution to authorize Sun Life as the 2027 Stop Loss Provider
health-insurancehuman-resourcescontracts
📄 From the agenda
Extracted text of the official agenda document (automated extraction — may contain OCR/formatting errors).
PORTAGE COUNTY
MEETING AGENDA
HUMAN RESOURCES COMMITTEE
PORTAGE COUNTY ANNEX
CONFERENCE ROOMS 1 & 2
1462 STRONGS AVENUE
STEVENS POINT, WI 54481
Tuesday, October 20, 2026
3:30 PM
REMOTE ATTENDANCE & COMMENT
To attend this meeting by telephone : dial 1-872-242-7813 , after dialing the number you will then be asked to enter in a
meeting number. Use the following meeting number: 748 017 019, then press #
To attend this meeting by video: https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/277499877580073?p=8DaRR09OUGIlWZ8hjj
Page 1 of 1
CALL TO ORDER
Committee Members enter Per Diem and Mileage
REPORTS
1.
Special Meeting Attendance Reports (Portage County Ordinance 3.1.47 & 3.1.48)
PUBLIC NOTICE
Members of the public who wish to address the Committee on specific agenda items must register their request at this time,
with such comments subject to the public comment ordinance and the reasonable control of the Committee Chair as set forth
in Robert’s Rules of Order.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
2.
October 1, 2026
DISCUSSION/POSSIBLE ACTION
3.
Portage County Health Plan Stop Loss Procurement Results and Analysis
4.
Resolution Approving and Authorizing Sun Life as the Stop Loss Provider for the Portage County Health Insurance Plan
for 2027
NEXT MEETING DATE
5.
Thursday, November 5, 2026 at 4:00 p.m. - Note change in time
ADJOURNMENT
Notice: Any person who has special needs and plans on attending t …
Tue Oct 20, 2026 · 17:00
County Board
County Board to discuss 2027 budget and vote on zoning and contract amendments
The Portage County Board will hold a discussion on the proposed 2027 County Budget. The board is also considering several zoning map amendments and updates to county ordinances and service contracts.
- Comprehensive Plan and Zoning Ordinance Map Amendments for Anderson, Sopa, and Patoka properties
- Revision to County Human Resources Policy regarding health insurance fringe benefits
- Proposed regulation of boating upon Bear Creek
- Master Service Agreement with AT&T Mobility II, LLC for cellular services
- Contract amendment with J.H. Findorff & Son Inc. for the New Jail and Law Enforcement Center Project
budgetzoningordinancescontractspublic-safety
✓ Decided: Portage County Board approves cellular contract and joins climate coalition
The Board approved a cellular services agreement with AT&T and joined the Wisconsin Local Government Climate Coalition. Several zoning amendments for the Towns of Almond, Amherst, and Lanark were adopted, along with budget adjustments and a jail construction contract amendment.
- Approved cellular services agreement with AT&T Mobility II, LLC through Nov 2029 at estimated $113,400 annually
- Joined the Wisconsin Local Government Climate Coalition (18-7)
- Approved 2026 budget amendments and transfers
- Approved contract amendment with J.H. Findorff & Son Inc. for new jail and law enforcement center project
- Adopted zoning and comprehensive plan amendments for Anderson property in Town of Almond
- Adopted zoning and comprehensive plan amendments for Sopa property in Town of Amherst
- Adopted zoning and comprehensive plan amendments for Patoka property in Town of Lanark
- Created Section 2.29 of County Code to regulate boating upon Bear Creek
📄 From the agenda
Extracted text of the official agenda document (automated extraction — may contain OCR/formatting errors).
Page 1 of 2
PORTAGE COUNTY
MEETING AGENDA
COUNTY BOARD
PORTAGE COUNTY COURTHOUSE
COUNTY BOARD CHAMBERS
1516 CHURCH STREET
STEVENS POINT, WI 54481
Tuesday, October 20, 2026
5:00 PM
REMOTE ATTENDANCE & COMMENT
To attend this meeting by telephone : dial 1-872-242-7813, after dialing the number you will then be asked to enter a
meeting number. Use the following meeting number: 433 227 077, then press #
To attend this meeting by video: https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/244068573148804?p=AWotH4Ggq4q7j7dKFs
CALL TO ORDER
Committee Members enter Per Diem and Mileage
ROLL CALL
PLEDGE TO THE FLAG
MOMENT OF REFLECTION
CORRESPONDENCE
1.
Wisconsin Counties Association Forward Analytics — The Green Book: A Book of County Facts
2.
Office of Portage County Clerk - Out-of-County Resolutions Received
PUBLIC NOTICE
Members of the public who wish to address the County Board on specific agenda items must register their request at this
time, with such comments subject to the public comment ordinance and the reasonable control of the County Board Chair as
set forth in Robert’s Rules of Order.
DISCUSSION ONLY
3.
Discussion of the 2027 Proposed County Budget (A copy can be found - here)
REVIEW/APPROVAL
4.
Approval of October 6, 2026 Minutes
RESOLUTIONS/ORDINANCES
5.
Town of Almond Comprehensive Plan Amendment and Portage County Zoning Ordinance Map Amendment, Anderson
Property …
📄 From the minutes
Extracted text of the official minutes document (automated extraction — may contain OCR/formatting errors).
1
OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS
OF THE
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
OF
PORTAGE COUNTY, WISCONSIN
October 20, 2026
Meeting was called to order by Chair Burroughs at 5:01p.m.
Roll call taken by County Clerk Davis revealed:
(25) present:
(21) attending in person: Supervisors Dax Burroughs, Steve Cieslewicz, Jeanne Dodge, Nancy Eggleston, Landon
Elgersma, Robin Falk, Steve Fritz, Bob Gifford, Greg Hakala, Barry Jacowski, Matt Jacowski, Dave Ladick, Suzanne
Oehlke, Stan Potocki, Chris Randazzo, Nathan Sandwick, Jonathan Schlice, Scott Soik, Doug Stingle, Janell Wehr, and
David Wysocki
(4) attending remotely via Webex: Supervisors Joe Bachman, Travis Bassett, Larry Raikowski, and Mike Splinter
All present saluted the flag.
All present observed a moment of reflection.
Correspondence
Wisconsin Counties Association Forward Analytics — The Green Book: A Book of County Facts
Office of Portage County Clerk - Out-of-County Resolutions Received
Public Comment
Greg Knight regarding resolution no. 47-2026-2028
Discussion Only
There was no discussion of the 2027 Proposed County Budget
Review/Approval
Motion by Supervisor Oehlke, second by Supervisor Ladick to approve the October 6, 2026 minutes.
Motion carried by voice vote, with no negative votes. The minutes were approved.
Resolutions/Ordinances
RESOLUTION NO. 43-2026-2028
RE: TOWN OF ALMOND COMPREHENSIVE PLAN AMENDMENT AND
PORTAGE COUNTY ZONING ORDINANCE MAP AMENDMENT, ANDERSON PROPERTY
NOW, THEREFORE, BE …
Tue Oct 20, 2026 · 16:00
Highway Committee
Highway Committee to discuss 2027 budget and CTH R real estate purchase
The Highway Committee will discuss the 2027 Highway Budget and a resolution for the Rural Functional Classification System. The body will also consider agreements regarding road access and maintenance. A closed session is scheduled to negotiate real estate for the CTH R Project.
- Discussion on 2027 Highway Budget
- Cost-Share and Maintenance Agreement between Portage County and City of Stevens Point for CTH HH-Hall Ave Access
- Resolution for the Approval of the Rural Functional Classification System
- CTH Y and Dewey Drive Vision Triangle
- Real estate purchase negotiation for CTH R Project
roadsbudgetreal-estatetransportation
✓ Decided: Highway Committee approves CTH HH-Hall Ave agreement and Rural Functional Classification
The committee approved a cost-share and maintenance agreement with the City of Stevens Point for CTH HH-Hall Ave. It also approved the Rural Functional Classification System and a request to work with the Town of Dewey on a sight triangle purchase.
- Approved request to work with Town of Dewey on CTH Y and Dewey Drive sight triangle purchase (voice vote)
- Approved Cost-Share and Maintenance Agreement with City of Stevens Point for CTH HH-Hall Ave Access and Property Development (unanimous)
- Approved Rural Functional Classification System in Portage County (unanimous)
- Approved September 15, 2026 minutes (unanimous)
PORTAGE COUNTY ANNEX CONFERENCE ROOMS 1 & 2, STEVENS POINT
📄 From the agenda
Extracted text of the official agenda document (automated extraction — may contain OCR/formatting errors).
PORTAGE COUNTY
MEETING AGENDA
HIGHWAY COMMITTEE
PORTAGE COUNTY ANNEX
CONFERENCE ROOMS 1 & 2
1462 STRONGS AVENUE
STEVENS POINT, WI 54481
Tuesday, October 20, 2026
4:00 PM
REMOTE ATTENDANCE & COMMENT
To attend this meeting by telephone : dial 1-872-242-7813, after dialing the number you will then be asked to enter in a
meeting number. Use the following meeting number: 315 243 757, then press #
To attend this meeting by video: Join the Meeting Now
Page 1 of 2
CALL TO ORDER
Committee Members enter Per Diem and Mileage
CORRESPONDENCE
1.
Transportation Development Association Annual Meeting Registration
2.
WisDOT 2027 General Transportation Aid Estimate Calculation
3.
WisDOT 2026-2031 Local Program Bridge and STP Approved Projects List Email
PRESENTATIONS
REPORTS
4.
Special Meeting Attendance Reports (Portage County Ordinance 3.1.47 & 3.1.48)
5.
Commissioner's Report
PUBLIC NOTICE
Members of the public who wish to address the Committee on specific agenda items must register their request at this time,
with such comments subject to the public comment ordinance and the reasonable control of the Committee Chair as set forth
in Robert’s Rules of Order.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
6.
Approval of September 15, 2026 Minutes
DISCUSSION/POSSIBLE ACTION
7.
Discussion and Possible Action on CTH Y and Dewey Drive Vision Triangle
8.
Discussion and Possible Action on …
📄 From the minutes
Extracted text of the official minutes document (automated extraction — may contain OCR/formatting errors).
PORTAGE COUNTY
MEETING MINUTES
HIGHWAY COMMITTEE
PORTAGE COUNTY ANNEX
CONFERENCE ROOMS 1 & 2
1462 STRONGS AVENUE
STEVENS POINT, WI 54481
Tuesday, October 20, 2026
4:00 PM
REMOTE ATTENDANCE & COMMENT
To attend this meeting by telephone : dial 1-872-242-7813, after dialing the number you will then be asked to enter in a
meeting number. Use the following meeting number: 315 243 757, then press #
To attend this meeting by video: Join the Meeting Now
Page 1 of 2
CALL TO ORDER
Committee Members enter Per Diem and Mileage
The Highway Committee was called to order by Chair D. Ladick at 4:00 p.m.
Members Present: Chair D. Ladick, Vice Chair S. Cieslewicz, Member M. Jacowski, Member S. Potocki, Member S. Fritz
Others Attending: Nathan Check, Stacy Zerby, Maurice King (Tn Dewey Chair)
CORRESPONDENCE
1.
Transportation Development Association Annual Meeting Registration
Update Only
2.
WisDOT 2027 General Transportation Aid Estimate Calculation
Update Only
3.
WisDOT 2026-2031 Local Program Bridge and STP Approved Projects List Email
Update Only
PRESENTATIONS
REPORTS
4.
Special Meeting Attendance Reports (Portage County Ordinance 3.1.47 & 3.1.48)
5.
Commissioner's Report
Update Only
PUBLIC NOTICE
Members of the public who wish to address the Committee on specific agenda items must register their request at this time,
with such comments subject to the public comment o …
Tue Oct 20, 2026 · 16:00
Veterans Service Commission Committee
Veterans Service Commission to review FY25 and FY26 statistics
The Veterans Service Commission will review statistics and analysis for fiscal years 2025 and 2026. The committee will also determine the date for its next meeting.
- FY25 Statistics and Analysis
- FY26 Statistics and Analysis
- Scheduling of the next Veterans Service Commission meeting
veterans-servicesstatisticscounty-government
📄 From the agenda
Extracted text of the official agenda document (automated extraction — may contain OCR/formatting errors).
PORTAGE COUNTY
MEETING AGENDA
VETERANS SERVICE COMMISSION
PORTAGE COUNTY COURTHOUSE
1516 CHURCH ST.
CONFERENCE ROOM D
STEVENS POINT, WI 54481
Tuesday, October 20, 2026
4:00 PM
Page 1 of 1
CALL TO ORDER
Committee Members enter Per Diem and Mileage
CORRESPONDENCE
PRESENTATIONS
REPORTS
1
Special Meeting Attendance Reports (Portage County Ordinance 3.1.47 & 3.1.48)
2
FY25 Statistics and Analysis
3
FY26 Statistics and Analysis
PUBLIC NOTICE
Members of the public who wish to address the Committee on specific agenda items must register their request at this time,
with such comments subject to the public comment ordinance and the reasonable control of the Committee Chair as set forth
in Robert’s Rules of Order.
Members of the public who wish to address the Committee on specific agenda items must register their request at this time,
with such comments subject to the public comment ordinance and the reasonable control of the Committee Chair as set
forth in Robert’s Rules of Order.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
DISCUSSION/POSSIBLE ACTION
4
Schedule next Veterans Service Commission
CLOSED SESSION
NEXT MEETING DATE
ADJOURNMENT
Notice: Any person who has special needs and plans on attending this meeting in-person or remotely should contact the Facilities Office
at 715-346-1598 as soon as possible to ensure that reasonable accommodations can be made.
Notice: Remote comment by the publi …
Mon Oct 19, 2026 · 16:30
Health and Human Services Board
Board to consider opioid settlement funds and overdose prevention grant
The Health and Human Services Board will discuss the application and acceptance of Opioid Settlement Grant Funds for the Birth to Three Program. The board will also consider a grant application for the 2026-2027 Overdose Prevention Supplies Program.
- Application and acceptance of Birth to Three Program Opioid Settlement Grant Funds
- Budget amendment/transfer request for Birth to Three Program Opioid Settlement Grant Funds
- Application for 2026-2027 Overdose Prevention Supplies Program Grant
- Immunization presentation by Community Health Supervisor Lynn Frost
- Wisconsin Wins (WI Wins) Compliance Check updates
healthgrantsopioidspublic-health
✓ Decided: Portage County HHS Board approved opioid grant funds and overdose prevention grant
The Portage County Health and Human Services Board approved the application and acceptance of Birth to Three Program Opioid Settlement Grant Funds along with a related budget amendment. The board also approved applying for the 2026-2027 Overdose Prevention Supplies Program Grant and entered into a closed session regarding permanency planning.
- Approved October 5, 2026 meeting minutes (voice vote)
- Approved application and acceptance of Birth to Three Program Opioid Settlement Grant Funds (voice vote)
- Approved budget amendment/transfer request for Birth to Three Program Opioid Settlement Grant Funds (voice vote)
- Approved application for 2026-2027 Overdose Prevention Supplies Program Grant (voice vote)
- Approved entering into closed session pursuant to Wis. Stats. Sec. 19.85(1)(F) (7-0 vote)
📄 From the agenda
Extracted text of the official agenda document (automated extraction — may contain OCR/formatting errors).
PORTAGE COUNTY
MEETING AGENDA
HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES
BOARD
PORTAGE COUNTY ANNEX
CONFERENCE ROOMS 1 & 2
1462 STRONGS AVENUE
STEVENS POINT, WI 54481
Monday, October 19, 2026
4:30 PM
REMOTE ATTENDANCE & COMMENT
To attend this meeting by telephone : dial 1-872-242-7813 , after dialing the number you will then be asked to enter in a
meeting number. Use the following meeting number: 420 758 485, then press #
To attend this meeting by video: Join the meeting now
Page 1 of 2
CALL TO ORDER
Committee Members enter Per Diem and Mileage
PRESENTATIONS
1.
Immunization Presentation - Lynn Frost, Community Health Supervisor
2.
Wisconsin Wins (WI Wins) Compliance Check Updates - Bryar Drexler, Community Health Educator
REPORTS
3.
Director's Report
• Health and Human Services Staffing, Operations, and Activities
4.
Special Meeting Attendance Reports (Portage County Ordinance 3.1.47 & 3.1.48)
PUBLIC NOTICE
Members of the public who wish to address the Committee on specific agenda items must register their request at this time,
with such comments subject to the public comment ordinance and the reasonable control of the Committee Chair as set forth
in Robert’s Rules of Order.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
5.
October 5, 2026
DISCUSSION/POSSIBLE ACTION
6.
Discussion/Possible Action Re: Approval of Application and Acceptance of Birth to Three Program Opioid Settlement
Grant Funds …
📄 From the minutes
Extracted text of the official minutes document (automated extraction — may contain OCR/formatting errors).
PORTAGE COUNTY
MEETING MINUTES
HEALTH AND HUMAN
SERVICES BOARD
PORTAGE COUNTY ANNEX
CONFERENCE ROOMS 1 & 2
1462 STRONGS AVENUE
STEVENS POINT, WI 54481
Monday, October 19, 2026
4:30 PM
REMOTE ATTENDANCE & COMMENT
To attend this meeting by telephone : dial 1-872-242-7813 , after dialing the number you will then be asked to enter in a
meeting number. Use the following meeting number: 420 758 485, then press #
To attend this meeting by video: Join the meeting now
Page 1 of 2
CALL TO ORDER
Committee Members enter Per Diem and Mileage
The Health and Human Services Board meeting was called to order at 04:30 PM
Members Present: Greg Hakala, Jeanne Dodge, Suzanne Oehlke, Barry Jacowski, Robin Falk, Landon Elgersma, Bev Laska, Joseph
Jarabek
Attending In-Person: Greg Hakala, Jeanne Dodge, Suzanne Oehlke, Barry Jacowski, Robin Falk, Landon Elgersma, Bev Laska,
Joseph Jarabek
Attending Online: None
Members Excused: None
Members Absent: Amber Garner
Staff Attending: Jessica Hake, Director; Gary Garske, Public Health Manager; Craig Sankey, Children and Family Services Manager;
Gretchen Hintz, Community Programs Manager; Katie Gonzalez Martin, Office Supervisor; Lynn Frost, Community Health Supervisor;
Bryar Drexler, Community Health Educator (virtual), Amanda Tuura, Public Health Engagement Supervisor
PRESENTATIONS
1.
Immunization Presentation - Lynn Frost, Community Health Supervisor
Lynn Frost presented on immunizatio …
Mon Oct 19, 2026 · 16:30
Public Library Board
2151 Roosevelt Drive, Plover
Mon Oct 19, 2026 · 16:00
Board of Adjustment
Board of Adjustment to review accessory building requests in Stockton and Plover
The Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings to decide on two special exception requests. Both applications seek to build accessory buildings that exceed standard size or height limits.
- PET-2026-013: Request by Richard Mitchell for an accessory building exceeding 3,200 sq ft at 4144 Custer Rd, Town of Stockton
- PET-2026-014: Request by Rod and Jennifer Marquette for an accessory building exceeding 3,200 sq ft and 20ft in height at 1590 Biron Drive East, Town of Plover
zoningvariancesbuilding-permitsstocktonplover
1462 Strongs Avenue, Stevens Point
📄 From the agenda
Extracted text of the official agenda document (automated extraction — may contain OCR/formatting errors).
PORTAGE COUNTY
MEETING AGENDA
BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT
PORTAGE COUNTY ANNEX
CONFERENCE ROOM 5
1462 STRONGS AVENUE
STEVENS POINT, WI 54481
Monday, October 19, 2026
4:00 PM
REMOTE ATTENDANCE & COMMENT
To attend this meeting by telephone : dial 1-872-242-7813, after dialing the number you will then be asked to enter in a
meeting number. Use the following meeting number: 118 868 932, then press #
To attend this meeting by video: Join the meeting now
Page 1 of 2
CALL TO ORDER
Committee Members enter Per Diem and Mileage
ROLL CALL
PLEDGE TO THE FLAG
CORRESPONDENCE
REPORTS
1.
Special Meeting Attendance Reports (Portage County Ordinance 3.1.47 & 3.1.48)
PUBLIC HEARING, DELIBERATION AND DECISIONS ON SPECIAL EXCEPTIONS AND VARIANCES. THE HEARING IS TO
DISCUSS AND TAKE ACTION ON THE FOLLOWING APPLICATION(S):
2.
PET-2026-013, Special Exception request by Richard Mitchell to build an accessory building exceeding the maximum
square footage of 3,200 sq ft in the R1- Rural and Urban Fringe Residence District per ordinance section 7.1.2(b)4.a.
Accessory buildings(s) not meeting the provision set forth in section 7.1.2(1)(b)(4)a.ii on parcel 034230917-16.01,
located at 4144 Custer Rd, in the Town of Stockton.
3.
PET-2026-014, Special Exception request by Rod and Jennifer Marquette to build an accessory building exceeding the
maximum square footage of 3,200 sq ft in the R1- Rural and Urban Fringe Residence District per …
Mon Oct 19, 2026 · 14:15
General
Board of Adjustment to tour sites for accessory building requests
The Portage County Board of Adjustment will conduct an on-site tour to observe parcels related to two special exception requests. The agenda states that no action will be taken by any committee during this meeting.
- PET-2026-013: Request by Richard Mitchell for an accessory building exceeding 3,200 sq ft at 4144 Custer Rd, Town of Stockton
- PET-2026-014: Request by Rod and Jennifer Marquette for an accessory building exceeding 3,200 sq ft and 20ft height at 1590 Biron Drive East, Town of Plover
zoningland-useaccessory-buildingstown-of-stocktontown-of-plover
✓ Decided: Portage County Board of Adjustment conducted site visits for two petitions
The Board of Adjustment met to conduct on-site tours for two special exception requests regarding accessory building size and height requirements. No formal actions or votes were taken on the petitions during this meeting. The meeting concluded following the completion of the site visits.
- Conducted site visit for PET-2026-013
- Conducted site visit for PET-2026-014
1462 Strongs Avenue, Stevens Point
📄 From the agenda
Extracted text of the official agenda document (automated extraction — may contain OCR/formatting errors).
PORTAGE COUNTY
ON-SITE MEETING AGENDA
BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT
PORTAGE COUNTY ANNEX
PLANNING & ZONING DEPARTMENT
1462 STRONGS AVENUE
STEVENS POINT, WI 54481
Monday, October 19, 2026
2:15 PM
Page 1 of 1
CALL TO ORDER
Committee Members enter Per Diem and Mileage
ROLL CALL
PLEDGE TO THE FLAG
PUBLIC NOTICE
Members of the public who wish to address the Committee on specific agenda items must register their request at this time,
with such comments subject to the public comment ordinance and the reasonable control of the Committee Chair as set forth
in Robert’s Rules of Order.
ON-SITE TOUR - The Committee will depart from the Portage County Annex Building, 1462 Strongs Avenue, Stevens Point,
WI 54481 and then proceed on a road tour throughout the County to observe parcel(s). A quorum of the Portage County
Board of Adjustment Committee or Board of Supervisors, or any committee thereof, may be present at this meeting; however,
no action will be taken by any committee on this topic. Committee members will not discuss government business while in
the vehicle during the road tour nor afterward before adjournment. Stopping points, in which the Committee may convene
and discuss the on-site tour, are noted below.
1.
PET-2026-013, Special Exception request by Richard Mitchell to build an accessory building exceeding the maximum
square footage of 3,200 sq ft in the R1- Rural and Urban Fringe Residence District per ordinance section 7. …
📄 From the minutes
Extracted text of the official minutes document (automated extraction — may contain OCR/formatting errors).
PORTAGE COUNTY
MEETING MINUTES
BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT
PORTAGE COUNTY ANNEX
PLANNING & ZONING DEPARTMENT
1462 STRONGS AVENUE
STEVENS POINT, WI 54481
Monday, October 19, 2026
2:15 PM
Page 1 of 1
CALL TO ORDER
Committee Members enter Per Diem and Mileage
The Board of Adjustment meeting was called to order at 2:15PM
ROLL CALL
Members Present: Jim Garbe, Todd Knepfel, Barb Brilowski, Jason Pingel
Members Excused: Dennis Meis, Paul Cieslewicz
Staff Attending: Jenna Hake
PLEDGE TO THE FLAG
PUBLIC NOTICE
Members of the public who wish to address the Committee on specific agenda items must register their request at this time,
with such comments subject to the public comment ordinance and the reasonable control of the Committee Chair as set forth
in Robert’s Rules of Order.
None.
ON-SITE TOUR - The Committee will depart from the Portage County Annex Building, 1462 Strongs Avenue, Stevens Point,
WI 54481 and then proceed on a road tour throughout the County to observe parcel(s). A quorum of the Portage County
Board of Adjustment Committee or Board of Supervisors, or any committee thereof, may be present at this meeting;
however, no action will be taken by any committee on this topic. Committee members will not discuss government business
while in the vehicle during the road tour nor afterward before adjournment. Stopping points, in which the Committee may
convene and discuss the on-site tour, are noted below.
1.
PET- …
Wed Oct 14, 2026 · 16:00
Housing Authority Board of Commissioners
Board to discuss voucher payment standards and loan prepayment
The Housing Authority Board of Commissioners will review financial updates and cash disbursements. The board may take action on voucher payment standards and the prepayment of a Rural Development loan for owned properties.
- Resolution 26-13: Housing Choice Voucher Payment Standards
- Prepayment of Rural Development Loan for Housing Authority owned properties
- Review of income, expenses, and account balances
housingvouchersloansfinance
✓ Decided: Housing Authority rejects Rural Development loan incentives
The Board rejected incentive offers from Rural Development regarding a multifamily housing loan prepayment. The Board also approved several resolutions to update financial signers, segregation of duties policies, and agency by-laws.
- Rejected Rural Development loan incentives (1-3)
- Approved Board Chair to sign rejection of Rural Development incentives (3-1)
- Approved $113,786.25 in July 2026 disbursements (5-0)
- Approved Resolution 26-08 regarding financial account signers (5-0)
- Approved Resolution 26-09 to update Segregation of Duties Policy (5-0)
- Approved Resolution 26-10 for new bank account signers (5-0)
- Approved changing annual meeting date from November to May effective 2027 (5-0)
- Approved three-year snow removal contract renewal with Schuster LLC (5-0)
1001 Maple Bluff Rd , Stevens Point
📄 From the agenda
Extracted text of the official agenda document (automated extraction — may contain OCR/formatting errors).
HOUSING AUTHORITY OF THE COUNTY OF PORTAGE
1001 Maple Bluff Rd. Ste 1 Stevens Point WI 54482
Housing Office: 715-346-1392
“This institution is an equal opportunity provider and employer.”
MEETING NOTICE AND AGENDA
HOUSING AUTHORITY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
You are hereby notified that there will be a meeting of the Housing Authority Board of Commissioners at 4:00 p.m. on
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 14, 2026 at the Housing Authority Office, 1001 Maple Bluff Rd Ste 1, Stevens Point WI 54482
AGENDA
1. Call to Order
2. Roll Call
3. Review and Approval of Minutes of September 2, 2026
4. Correspondence
5. Director’s Update on:
a. Occupancy
b. Income, Expenses, and Account Balances
c. Properties
6. Review & Approval of Cash Disbursements
PUBLIC NOTICE: Members of the public who wish to address the Board of Commissioners on specific agenda items must
register their request at this time, with such comments subject to the public comment ordinance and the reasonable control of
the Board of Commissioner’s Chair as set forth in Robert’s Rules of Order.
7. Discussion/Possible Action: Housing Choice Voucher Payment Standards - Resolution 26-13
8. Discussion/Possible Action: Housing Authority Owned Properties – Prepayment of Rural Development Loan
9. Discussion/Possible Action: Next Meeting (Annual): November 11, 2026 @ 4:00pm at Housing Authority of the County
of Portage’s Office - 1001 Maple Bluff Rd Ste 1, Stevens Point WI 54482
Adjournment
NOTICE: A quo …
📄 From the minutes
Extracted text of the official minutes document (automated extraction — may contain OCR/formatting errors).
HOUSING AUTHORITY OF THE COUNTY OF PORTAGE
1001 Maple Bluff Rd. Ste 1., Stevens Point WI 54482
Housing Office: 715-346-1392
“This institution is an equal opportunity provider and employer.”
MINUTES
OF THE MONTHLY MEETING
OF THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
9-2-26
1. The meeting was called to order at _4:00_ p.m. by Doubek at the Housing Authority Office,
1001 Maple Bluff Rd Ste 1, Stevens Point, Wisconsin 54482.
2. A roll call was taken as follows:
Members Present:
Chris Doubek _X_ Yes __ Absent
Christian Budzinski _X_ Yes __ Absent
Sharon Mras _X_ Yes __ Absent
Mike Splinter _X_ Yes __ Absent
Nathan Sandwick _X_ Yes __ Absent
Also Present:
Stacy Cieslewicz, Executive Director _X_ Yes __ Absent
Wendy Jasurda, Assistant Executive Director _X_ Yes ___ Absent
3. Doubek called for corrections to the minutes of 8-12-26. Corrections made? No
Motion by Budzinski, second by Splinter to approve the minutes as presented.
A roll call vote revealed _5_ ayes, _0_ nays, excused/absent _____________. Motion carried. Yes
4. Correspondence – None
5. Director’s Update:
a. Occupancy Report
Project I -
Vacancies at Tomorrow River Villa in Amherst: _0_ -1 Bedroom & _0_- 2 Bedrooms
Vacancies at Rustic Manor in Rosholt: _1_ -1 Bedroom & _2_ -2 Bedrooms
Section 8 County Vouchers
We have _207_ households on lease for August.
b. Income and Expense Report(s) and Account Balances
Income & Expense Reports for the end of July 2026 wer …
Tue Oct 13, 2026 · 08:00
Central WI Joint Airport Board Meeting
Central Wisconsin Joint Airport Board to review staff and financial reports
The board will meet to review airport operations, financial reports, and air service updates. Brian Grefe will provide an Agenda Item Summary overview and presentation.
- Agenda Item Summary overview and presentation by Brian Grefe
- Director report including air service, statistics, and flight schedules
- Financial reports on revenues, expenses, and budget comparison
- Update on airport projects and operations
- Fixed Base Operator report from Ovation
aviationairport-operationsbudgettransportation
Conference Room B - East Terminal Upper Level, Mosiness
📄 From the agenda
Extracted text of the official agenda document (automated extraction — may contain OCR/formatting errors).
CENTRAL WISCONSIN JOINT AIRPORT BOARD MEETING AGENDA
Conference Room B – East Terminal Upper Level, Mosinee, Wisconsin
October 13, 2026 - 8:00 a.m.
2026–2028 Board Members: Chair Dave Ladick - Portage County, Vice Chair Chris Dickinson - Marathon County,
Tom Seubert - Marathon County, Kurt Kluck - Marathon County, Rick Rettler - Portage County, Matt Krembs -
Marathon County, Robin Falk - Portage County
Mission Statement: Provide premier access to the world through aviation and be a catalyst for economic growth
in our communities. Vision Statement: To be the airport of choice for central and northern Wisconsin.
The monthly meeting of the Central Wisconsin Joint Airport Board will have the option for members and the
public to call-in via telephone conference. Airport Board members and the public may join the meeting by
calling 1-469-480-4192 and entering Conference ID 586 086 871#. The conference line will be open to calls five
(5) minutes prior to the meeting start time listed above.
1. Call to Order by Chair Ladick at 8:00 a.m.
A. Pledge of Allegiance
2. Approval of Minutes of the September 8, 2026, Board Meeting
3. Public Comment Period: 15-minute time limit
4. Agenda Item Summary (AIS) Overview and Presentation by Brian Grefe
5. Staff Reports
A. Director Report
i)
Air Service Update
ii) Statistical Report
iii) Flight Schedule
iv) Legislative Update
B. Financial Reports
i)
Revenues and Expenses
ii) Budget Comparison
iii) PFC Update
C. Ope …
Tue Oct 13, 2026 · 18:00
General
Committee to consider USDA Wildlife Damage Abatement and Claims Program approvals
The Land and Water Conservation Committee will review reports on aquatic services and solar monitoring wells. The body may take action on the 2026 crop price, harvest date, and 2027 budget for the USDA Wildlife Damage Abatement and Claims Program.
- 2026 USDA Wildlife Damage Abatement and Claims Program crop price approval
- 2026 USDA Wildlife Damage Abatement and Claims Program 90% harvest date
- 2027 USDA Wildlife Damage Abatement and Claims Program budget approval
- Plover Solar Monitoring Wells Results presentation
- CAFO permit coordinator presentation by Victoria Ziegler, WDNR
conservationagriculturewildlifebudgetenvironment
1462 Strongs Ave, Stevens Point
📄 From the agenda
Extracted text of the official agenda document (automated extraction — may contain OCR/formatting errors).
PORTAGE COUNTY
MEETING AGENDA
LAND AND WATER CONSERVATION
COMMITTEE
PORTAGE COUNTY ANNEX
CONFERENCE ROOMS 1 & 2
1462 STRONGS AVENUE
STEVENS POINT, WI 54481
Tuesday, October 13, 2026
6:00 PM
REMOTE ATTENDANCE & COMMENT
To attend this meeting by telephone : dial 1-872-242-7813 after dialing the number you will then be asked to enter in a
meeting number. Use the following meeting number: 543 114 839, then press #
To attend this meeting by video: https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/2224690694376708?p=UeOXfqP9SOWKEI5rAT
Page 1 of 2
CALL TO ORDER
Committee Members enter Per Diem and Mileage
CORRESPONDENCE
1.
Portage County September Aquatic Services Highlights
2.
2026 WDACP Crop price and 90%
3.
Portage 2027 WDACP Budget
PRESENTATIONS
4.
CAFO permit coordinator- Victoria Ziegler, WDNR
5.
Plover Solar Monitoring Wells Results-Tyler Kunze, Portage County
6.
USDA Wildlife Damage Abatement and Claims Program-Quinn Hanisch, USDA
REPORTS
7.
Special Meeting Attendance Reports (Portage County Ordinance 3.1.47 & 3.1.48)
8.
Lake Jacqueline Protection and Rehabilitation District Meeting (Deb Omernik)
9.
McDill Pond Inland Lake and Rehabilitation District Meeting (Zack Sowieja)
10. Golden Sands Resource Conservation & Development Council, Inc. Meeting-Eggelston/Arnold
11. County Conservationist Report
PUBLIC NOTICE
Members of the public …
Tue Oct 13, 2026 · 15:00
Space and Properties Committee
Committee to consider contract amendment for New Jail and Law Enforcement Center
The Space and Properties Committee will receive reports on facilities operations and capital projects. The body will discuss and possibly act on a contract amendment for construction services for the New Jail and Law Enforcement Center.
- Contract amendment with J.H. Findorff & Son Inc. for Bid Package 4 - Structural Trades (New Jail and Law Enforcement Center Project)
- Capital Projects Report regarding Courthouse Remodel, New Jail/LEC, and Solid Waste Remodel
constructionjaillaw-enforcementfacilitiesgovernment-buildings
✓ Decided: Committee approves contract amendment for New Jail and Law Enforcement Center
The Space and Properties Committee approved a contract amendment with J.H. Findorff & Son Inc. for Construction Manager at Risk Services. This amendment relates to Bid Package 4 - Structural Trades for the New Jail and Law Enforcement Center Project.
- Approved September 8, 2026 minutes (voice vote)
- Approved contract amendment with J.H. Findorff & Son Inc. for New Jail and Law Enforcement Center Bid Package 4 (voice vote)
1462 Strongs Avenue, Stevens Point
📄 From the agenda
Extracted text of the official agenda document (automated extraction — may contain OCR/formatting errors).
PORTAGE COUNTY
MEETING AGENDA
SPACE AND PROPERTIES
COMMITTEE
ANNEX CONFERENCE ROOMS 1 & 2
1462 STRONGS AVENUE
STEVENS POINT, WI 54481
Tuesday, October 13, 2026
3:00 PM
REMOTE ATTENDANCE & COMMENT
To attend this meeting by telephone : dial 1-872-242-7813 , after dialing the number you will then be asked to enter in a
meeting number. Use the following meeting number: 213 617 191, then press #
To attend this meeting by video: https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/298688134107691?p=4RUbMzM2kIfvMxC6tE
Page 1 of 1
CALL TO ORDER
Committee Members enter Per Diem and Mileage
REPORTS
1.
Special Meeting Attendance Reports (Portage County Ordinance 3.1.47 & 3.1.48)
2.
Faciliies Director Report - Staffing, Operations, and Current & Future Projects
3.
Capital Projects Report — Courthouse Remodel, New Jail/LEC, and Solid Waste Remodel — Chris Schultz,
Procurement Director, Mike Van Klei, TEGRA, and Amanda Haffele, Solid Waste Director
PUBLIC NOTICE
Members of the public who wish to address the Committee on specific agenda items must register their request at this time,
with such comments subject to the public comment ordinance and the reasonable control of the Committee Chair as set forth
in Robert’s Rules of Order.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
4.
September 8, 2026 Minutes
DISCUSSION/POSSIBLE ACTION
5.
Discussion/Possible Action Re: Approving and Authorizing a Contract Amendment with J.H. Findorff & Son …
📄 From the minutes
Extracted text of the official minutes document (automated extraction — may contain OCR/formatting errors).
PORTAGE COUNTY
MEETING MINUTES
SPACE AND PROPERTIES
COMMITTEE
ANNEX CONFERENCE ROOMS 1 & 2
1462 STRONGS AVENUE
STEVENS POINT, WI 54481
Tuesday, October 13, 2026
3:00 PM
REMOTE ATTENDANCE & COMMENT
To attend this meeting by telephone : dial 1-872-242-7813 , after dialing the number you will then be asked to enter in a
meeting number. Use the following meeting number: 213 617 191, then press #
To attend this meeting by video: https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/298688134107691?p=4RUbMzM2kIfvMxC6tE
Page 1 of 2
CALL TO ORDER
Committee Members enter Per Diem and Mileage
The Space and Properties Committee meeting was called to order at 3:00 PM by Supervisor Stingle.
Members Present:
Attending In-Person: Supervisors Jeanne Dodge and Doug Stingle
Attending Online: Supervisors Mike Splinter and Nancy Eggleston
Members Absent: Supervisor Janell Wehr
Staff Attending: Facilities Director Neuenfeldt, County Clerk Davis, Procurement Director Schultz, Finance Director Jossie, Executive
Olson, and Solid Waste Director Haffele
REPORTS
1.
Special Meeting Attendance Reports (Portage County Ordinance 3.1.47 & 3.1.48)
None.
2.
Faciliies Director Report - Staffing, Operations, and Current & Future Projects
Facilities Director Neuenfeldt reported on his department.
*Supervisor Janell Wehr joined the meeting remotely at 3:05 PM.
3.
Capital Projects Report — Courthouse Remodel, New Jail/LEC, and Solid Waste Remodel — …
Mon Oct 12, 2026 · 17:00
Finance Committee
Finance Committee to review 2027 proposed county budget
The committee will discuss the 2027 proposed county budget, including the tax levy and debt service. Members will also consider several grant applications and a cellular services agreement with AT&T Mobility II, LLC.
- Proposed 2027 County Budget review including tax levy and capital
- Master Service Agreement with AT&T Mobility II, LLC for cellular services
- IT grant application for Local Cybersecurity in the amount of $41,500
- Health & Human Services PATH grant application in the amount of $65,000
- Sheriff ALERT grant application in the amount of $5,000
budgetgrantstelecommunicationstaxesfinance
📄 From the agenda
Extracted text of the official agenda document (automated extraction — may contain OCR/formatting errors).
PORTAGE COUNTY
MEETING AGENDA
FINANCE COMMITTEE
PORTAGE COUNTY ANNEX
CONFERENCE ROOMS 1 & 2
1462 STRONGS AVENUE
STEVENS POINT, WI 54481
Monday, October 12, 2026
5:00 PM
REMOTE ATTENDANCE & COMMENT
To attend this meeting by telephone : dial 1-872-242-7813 , after dialing the number you will then be asked to enter in a
meeting number. Use the following meeting number: 705 744 036, then press #
To attend this meeting by video: https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/239557127210209?p=UmOqqatK1TfVkJLOAj
Page 1 of 2
CALL TO ORDER
Committee Members enter Per Diem and Mileage
CORRESPONDENCE
1.
WI Department of Revenue, 2026 Municipal Debt Limit Report
REPORTS
2.
Treasurer
• Tax Deeded Parcels Status Update
• Delinquent Tax Parcels Status Update
• Municipal Tax Collection Contracts Update
3.
Information Technology
• Coordination on the City’s cyber disruption
4.
Purchasing
• Procurements
• Surplus Property
5.
Finance
6.
Special Meeting Attendance Reports (Portage County Ordinance 3.1.47 & 3.1.48)
PRESENTATIONS
7.
Presentation of the 2025 Annual Financial Report
Presented by Amber Danielski, CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen LLP)
PUBLIC NOTICE
Members of the public who wish to address the Committee on specific agenda items must register their request at this time,
with such comments subject to the public comment ordinance and the reasonable control of the Committe …
Thu Oct 8, 2026 · 17:00
Agriculture and Extension Education Committee
Portage County ag committee reviews budget and extension reports; no action items listed
The Portage County Agriculture and Extension Education Committee meets Thursday, October 8, 2026, at 5:00 PM at the Portage County Annex, 1462 Strongs Avenue, Stevens Point, WI. The agenda is largely informational: a year-to-date budget report, an Area Extension Director report on office operations and activities, educator reports on programming, and a presentation from Tracy Arnold, Portage County Conservationist. The only listed approval item is the minutes from August 13, 2026; the discussion/possible action section lists no specific items. The next meeting is November 12, 2026 at 5:00 PM.
- Review of year-to-date budget report
- Presentation from Tracy Arnold, Portage County Conservationist
- Area Extension Director report on office operations, activities, and updates
- Educator reports on programming and activities
- Review/approval of minutes from August 13, 2026
budgetagricultureextension-educationconservationcounty-governmentpublic-meeting
📄 From the agenda
Extracted text of the official agenda document (automated extraction — may contain OCR/formatting errors).
Page 1 of 1
PORTAGE COUNTY
MEETING AGENDA
AGRICULTURE AND EXTENSION
EDUCATION COMMITTEE
PORTAGE COUNTY ANNEX
CONFERENCE ROOMS 1 & 2
1462 STRONGS AVENUE
STEVENS POINT, WI 54481
Thursday, October 8, 2026
5:00 PM
REMOTE ATTENDANCE & COMMENT
To attend this meeting by telephone : dial +13126266799, after dialing the number you will then be asked to enter in a
meeting number. Use the following meeting number: 949 1744 8227. You will then be asked to enter in a passcode. Use
passcode: 961565.
To attend this meeting by video: Click Here If prompted, enter passcode: 961565.
CALL TO ORDER
Committee Members enter Per Diem and Mileage
CORRESPONDENCE
REPORTS
1.
Review YTD Budget Report
2.
Area Extension Director Report - Office Operations, Activities, and Updates
• Ag & Extension Committee Discussion and Questions about Extension
3.
Educator Reports - Programming and Activities
4.
Presentation from Tracy Arnold, Portage County Conservationist
5.
Special Meeting Attendance Reports (Portage County Ordinance 3.1.47 & 3.1.48)
PUBLIC NOTICE
Members of the public who wish to address the Committee on specific agenda items must register their request at this time,
with such comments subject to the public comment ordinance and the reasonable control of the Committee Chair as set forth
in Robert’s Rules of Order.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
6.
Review/approval of minutes from August 13, …
Thu Oct 8, 2026 · 17:00
Park Commission
Portage County Park Commission to discuss Jordan Dam 2026 evaluation report
The Portage County Park Commission meets Thursday, October 8, 2026 at 5:00 PM at Jordan Park West Lodge in Stevens Point. The agenda includes a discussion-only item on the 2026 evaluation report for the Jordan Dam, plus reports on the Standing Rocks 2026 Enduro Race, disc golf course construction, Standing Rocks Road completion, ski lodge re-siding, and parks revenue. The Commission will also review the monthly expense report and vote on approving draft minutes from August 13, 2026. The next meeting is scheduled for December 10, 2026.
- Discussion only on the 2026 evaluation report for the Jordan Dam
- Correspondence: Standing Rocks 2026 Enduro Race
- Director report: concrete pads being installed for the 33-hole disc golf course at Standing Rocks
- Director report: Standing Rocks Road completion timeframe and ski lodge re-siding
- Approval of draft minutes from August 13, 2026
parksportage-countyjordan-damstanding-rocksdisc-golfbudgetpublic-works
1770 Cty Rd Y, Stevens Point
📄 From the agenda
Extracted text of the official agenda document (automated extraction — may contain OCR/formatting errors).
PORTAGE COUNTY
MEETING AGENDA
PARK COMMISSION
JORDAN PARK WEST LODGE
1770 CTY RD Y
STEVENS POINT, WI 54482
Thursday, October 8, 2026
5:00 PM
Page 1 of 1
CALL TO ORDER
Committee Members enter Per Diem and Mileage
CORRESPONDENCE
1.
Standing Rocks 2026 Enduro Race
REPORTS
2.
Special Meeting Attendance Reports (Portage County Ordinance 3.1.47 & 3.1.48)
3.
Director Reports
• Disc Golf: Started putting in concrete pads for the 33-hole course at Standing Rocks.
• Standing Rocks Road completion timeframe.
• Ski lodge re-siding.
• Parks revenue update.
4.
Monthly Expense Report
PUBLIC NOTICE
Members of the public who wish to address the Committee on specific agenda items must register their request at this time,
with such comments subject to the public comment ordinance and the reasonable control of the Committee Chair as set forth
in Robert’s Rules of Order.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
5.
Approval of draft August 13th 2026.
DISCUSSION/POSSIBLE ACTION
6.
Discussion only on the 2026 evaluation report for the Jordan Dam.
NEXT MEETING DATE
7.
December 10, 2026
ADJOURNMENT
Notice: Any person who has special needs and plans on attending this meeting in-person or remotely should contact the Park’s Office at
715-346-1433 as soon as possible to ensure that reasonable accommodations can be made.
Notice: Remote comment by the public during the meeting will b …
Tue Oct 6, 2026 · 17:00
County Board
Portage County Board receives 2027 budget proposal and weighs moving Justice Programs into Health and Human Services
The Portage County Board meets Tuesday, October 6, 2026, at 5:00 PM at the County Courthouse in Stevens Point. County Executive Eric Olson presents the 2027 Portage County budget, followed by a 2027 budget presentation from Finance Director Jennifer Jossie. The Board is also asked to approve minutes from its September 15, 2026 meeting and to act on a resolution transferring Justice Programs and its staff into the Health and Human Services Department and revising the corresponding Code of Ordinances sections. The next meeting is October 20, 2026 at 5:00 PM.
- County Executive Eric Olson submits the 2027 Portage County budget
- Finance Director Jennifer Jossie gives a 2027 budget presentation
- Resolution to transfer Justice Programs and its staff into the Health and Human Services Department and revise corresponding Code of Ordinances sections
- Approval of September 15, 2026 meeting minutes
- Out-of-County Resolutions received from the Office of the Portage County Clerk
budgetcounty-boardhealth-and-human-servicesjustice-programsordinancesportage-county
✓ Decided: Board transfers Justice Programs to Health and Human Services Department
The Board of Supervisors approved the transfer of Justice Programs and its staff into the Health and Human Services Department. This action included revising Code of Ordinances Sections 3.1.16 and 3.1.11.
- Approved transfer of Justice Programs to Health and Human Services Department (voice vote)
- Approved revisions to Code of Ordinances Sections 3.1.16 and 3.1.11 (voice vote)
- Approved September 15, 2026 minutes (voice vote)
📄 From the agenda
Extracted text of the official agenda document (automated extraction — may contain OCR/formatting errors).
Page 1 of 2
PORTAGE COUNTY
MEETING AGENDA
COUNTY BOARD
PORTAGE COUNTY COURTHOUSE
COUNTY BOARD CHAMBERS
1516 CHURCH STREET
STEVENS POINT, WI 54481
Tuesday, October 6, 2026
5:00 PM
REMOTE ATTENDANCE & COMMENT
To attend this meeting by telephone : dial 1-872-242-7813, after dialing the number you will then be asked to enter a
meeting number. Use the following meeting number: 433 227 077, then press #
To attend this meeting by video: https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/244068573148804?p=AWotH4Ggq4q7j7dKFs
CALL TO ORDER
Committee Members enter Per Diem and Mileage
ROLL CALL
PLEDGE TO THE FLAG
MOMENT OF REFLECTION
CORRESPONDENCE
1.
Office of Portage County Clerk - Out-of-County Resolutions Received
PRESENTATIONS
2.
Eric Olson, County Executive - Executive's Submission of the 2027 Portage County Budget
3.
Jennifer Jossie, Finance Director - 2027 Budget Presentation
PUBLIC NOTICE
Members of the public who wish to address the County Board on specific agenda items must register their request at this
time, with such comments subject to the public comment ordinance and the reasonable control of the County Board Chair as
set forth in Robert’s Rules of Order.
REVIEW/APPROVAL
4.
Approval of September 15, 2026 Minutes
RESOLUTIONS/ORDINANCES
5.
Transferring Justice Programs and its staff into the Health and Human Services Department and Revising the
Corresponding Code of Ordinance …
📄 From the minutes
Extracted text of the official minutes document (automated extraction — may contain OCR/formatting errors).
1
OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS
OF THE
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
OF
PORTAGE COUNTY, WISCONSIN
October 6, 2026
Meeting was called to order by Chair Burroughs at 5:00p.m.
Roll call taken by County Clerk Davis revealed:
(24) present:
(22) attending in person: Supervisors Travis Bassett, Dax Burroughs, Jeanne Dodge, Nancy Eggleston, Landon
Elgersma, Bob Gifford, Greg Hakala, Barry Jacowski, Matt Jacowski, Dave Ladick, Suzanne Oehlke, Larry Raikowski,
Nathan Sandwick, Jonathan Schlice, Scott Soik, Doug Stingle, Janell Wehr, David Wysocki, Robin Falk, Steve Fritz, Mike
Splinter, and Stan Potocki.
(2) attending remotely via Webex: Supervisors Joe Bachman and Steve Cieslewicz
(1) absent: Supervisor Chris Randazzo
All present saluted the flag.
All present observed a moment of reflection.
Public Comment
None
Correspondence
Office of Portage County Clerk - Out-of-County Resolutions Received
Review/Approval
Motion by Supervisor Oehlke, second by Supervisor Ladick to approve the September 15, 2026 minutes.
Motion carried by voice vote, with no negative votes. The minutes were approved.
Note: Supervisor Randazzo joined the meeting in person at 5:02p.m.
Presentations
Eric Olson, County Executive - Executive's Submission of the 2027 Portage County Budget
Jennifer Jossie, Finance Director - 2027 Budget Presentation
Resolutions/Ordinances
RE: TRANSFERRING JUSTICE PROGRAMS AND ITS STAFF INTO THE HEALTH AND
HUMAN SERVICES DEPARTMENT AND REVISING THE CORRESPOND …
Tue Oct 6, 2026 · 19:00
Land and Water Conservation Committee
1462 Strongs Ave, Stevens Point
Tue Oct 6, 2026 · 15:00
Executive/Operations Committee
Portage County committee to vote on joining Wisconsin Local Government Climate Coalition
The Portage County Executive/Operations Committee meets Tuesday, October 6, 2026 at 3:00 PM at the Portage County Annex, 1462 Strongs Avenue, Stevens Point. The committee will hear reports from Corporation Counsel and the County Clerk, review September 1, 2026 minutes, and take possible action on special meeting attendance requests, special meeting reports and payment authorizations, and whether Portage County should join the Wisconsin Local Government Climate Coalition. The agenda does not list dollar amounts or specific projects.
- Possible action on approving and authorizing Portage County to join the Wisconsin Local Government Climate Coalition
- Possible action on requests to attend special meetings
- Possible action on special meeting reports and payment authorization requests
- Reports from Corporation Counsel and County Clerk on office operations and activities
- Approval of September 1, 2026 minutes
county-governmentclimatecommitteeminutespublic-comment
✓ Decided: Portage County joined the Wisconsin Local Government Climate Coalition
The Portage County Executive/Operations Committee approved the minutes from September 1, 2026, and authorized the county to join the Wisconsin Local Government Climate Coalition. The committee also approved special meeting reports and payment authorization requests, alongside hearing departmental reports.
- Approved September 1, 2026 minutes (voice vote)
- Approved special meeting reports/payment authorization requests (voice vote)
- Approved resolution to join the Wisconsin Local Government Climate Coalition (voice vote)
📄 From the agenda
Extracted text of the official agenda document (automated extraction — may contain OCR/formatting errors).
PORTAGE COUNTY
MEETING AGENDA
EXECUTIVE/OPERATIONS
COMMITTEE
PORTAGE COUNTY ANNEX
CONFERENCE ROOMS 1 & 2
1462 STRONGS AVENUE
STEVENS POINT, WI 54481
Tuesday, October 6, 2026
3:00 PM
REMOTE ATTENDANCE & COMMENT
To attend this meeting by telephone : dial 1-872-242-7813, after dialing the number you will then be asked to enter in a
meeting number. Use the following meeting number: 325 267 528, then press #
To attend this meeting by video: https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/267397094605582?p=IlykpksjeOeduDV7Dp
Page 1 of 1
CALL TO ORDER
Committee Members enter Per Diem and Mileage
REPORTS
1.
Corporation Counsel — Office Operations and Activities
2.
County Clerk — Office Operations and Activities
3.
Special Meeting Attendance Reports (Portage County Ordinance 3.1.47 & 3.1.48)
PUBLIC NOTICE
Members of the public who wish to address the Committee on specific agenda items must register their request at this time,
with such comments subject to the public comment ordinance and the reasonable control of the Committee Chair as set forth
in Robert’s Rules of Order.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
4.
September 1, 2026 Minutes
DISCUSSION/POSSIBLE ACTION
5.
Discussion/Possible Action Re: Approval of Requests to Attend Special Meeting
6.
Discussion/Possible Action Re: Approval of Special Meeting Reports/Payment Authorization Requests
7.
Discussion/Possible Action Re: Approving and Aut …
📄 From the minutes
Extracted text of the official minutes document (automated extraction — may contain OCR/formatting errors).
PORTAGE COUNTY
MEETING MINUTES
EXECUTIVE/OPERATIONS
COMMITTEE
PORTAGE COUNTY ANNEX
CONFERENCE ROOMS 1 & 2
1462 STRONGS AVENUE
STEVENS POINT, WI 54481
Tuesday, October 6, 2026
3:00 PM
REMOTE ATTENDANCE & COMMENT
To attend this meeting by telephone : dial 1-872-242-7813, after dialing the number you will then be asked to enter in a
meeting number. Use the following meeting number: 325 267 528, then press #
To attend this meeting by video: https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/267397094605582?p=IlykpksjeOeduDV7Dp
Page 1 of 2
CALL TO ORDER
Committee Members enter Per Diem and Mileage
The Executive/Operations Committee meeting was called to order at 5:00 PM by Chair Burroughs.
Members Present: Supervisors Dax Burroughs, Suzanne Oehlke, Nancy Eggleston, Scott Soik, and Nathan Sandwick
Staff Attending: County Clerk Davis, Corporation Counsel Hickethier, County Executive Olson, and Finance Director Jossie
REPORTS
1.
Corporation Counsel — Office Operations and Activities
Corporation Counsel Hickethier reported on his department.
2.
County Clerk — Office Operations and Activities
County Clerk Davis reported on her department.
3.
Special Meeting Attendance Reports (Portage County Ordinance 3.1.47 & 3.1.48)
Supervisors Oehlke and Burroughs reported on the WCA Annual Conference.
PUBLIC NOTICE
Members of the public who wish to address the Committee on specific agenda items must register their requ …
Tue Oct 6, 2026 · 18:00
Land and Water Conservation Committee
1462 Strongs Ave, Stevens Point
Tue Oct 6, 2026 · 18:00
Land and Water Conservation Committee
1462 Strongs Ave, Stevens Point
Tue Oct 6, 2026 · 19:00
Land and Water Conservation Committee
1462 Strongs Ave, Stevens Point
Tue Oct 6, 2026 · 19:00
Land and Water Conservation Committee
1462 Strongs Avenue, Stevens Point
Tue Oct 6, 2026 · 19:00
Land and Water Conservation Committee
1462 Strongs Ave, Stevens Point
Tue Oct 6, 2026 · 19:00
Land and Water Conservation Committee
1462 Strongs Ave, Stevens Point
Tue Oct 6, 2026 · 19:00
Land and Water Conservation Committee
1462 Strongs Ave, Stevens Point
Mon Oct 5, 2026 · 16:30
Public Library Board
1001 Main Street, Stevens Point
Mon Oct 5, 2026 · 16:30
Health and Human Services Board
Portage County HHS Board to vote on opioid settlement and homelessness grant applications
The Portage County Health and Human Services Board meets Monday, October 5, 2026, at 4:30 PM at the Portage County Annex, 1462 Strongs Avenue, Stevens Point, with remote attendance available by phone or video. The board will hear a Comprehensive Community Services presentation and a Director's Report on staffing, operations, and activities, then vote on whether to approve applications for Room and Board Residential SUD Opioid Settlement Funds and for the Projects for Assistance in Transition from Homelessness (PATH) grant. It will also discuss a scheduling conflict with the County Board Annual Meeting and budget adoption on November 2, 2026, and meet in closed session on a Permanency Planning matter under Wis. Stats. Sec. 19.85(1)(F).
- Possible action on an application for Room and Board Residential SUD Opioid Settlement Funds grant
- Possible action on an application for the Projects for Assistance in Transition from Homelessness (PATH) grant
- Discussion of a conflict between the HHS Board meeting and the County Board Annual Meeting/public hearing and budget adoption on November 2, 2026
- Comprehensive Community Services presentation by Kristin Flannery, CCS/CSP Supervisor, and Sarah Nelson, CCS Provider Relations Supervisor
- Closed session under Wis. Stats. Sec. 19.85(1)(F) on a Permanency Planning matter
health-serviceshuman-servicesgrantsopioid-settlementhomelessnessbudgetcounty-board
✓ Decided: Board approves grant applications for opioid settlement and homelessness funds
The Health and Human Services Board approved applications for two grants related to opioid settlement residential services and homelessness assistance. The board also cancelled its November 2, 2026, meeting due to a conflict with the County Board Annual Meeting.
- Approved application for Room and Board Residential SUD Opioid Settlement Funds grant (voice vote, no negative votes)
- Approved application for Projects for Assistance in Transition from Homelessness (PATH) grant (7-1)
- Cancelled Health and Human Services Board meeting scheduled for November 2, 2026 (voice vote, no negative votes)
- Approved September 21, 2026 meeting minutes with edits (voice vote, no negative votes)
📄 From the agenda
Extracted text of the official agenda document (automated extraction — may contain OCR/formatting errors).
PORTAGE COUNTY
MEETING AGENDA
HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES
BOARD
PORTAGE COUNTY ANNEX
CONFERENCE ROOMS 1 & 2
1462 STRONGS AVENUE
STEVENS POINT, WI 54481
Monday, October 5, 2026
4:30 PM
REMOTE ATTENDANCE & COMMENT
To attend this meeting by telephone : dial 1-872-242-7813, after dialing the number you will then be asked to enter in a
meeting number. Use the following meeting number: 886 457 347, then press #
To attend this meeting by video: Join the meeting now
Page 1 of 2
CALL TO ORDER
Committee Members enter Per Diem and Mileage
PRESENTATIONS
1.
Comprehensive Community Services (CCS) Presentation - Kristin Flannery, CCS/CSP Supervisor, and Sarah Nelson,
CCS Provider Relations Supervisor
REPORTS
2.
Director's Report
• Health and Human Services Staffing, Operations, and Activities
3.
Special Meeting Attendance Reports (Portage County Ordinance 3.1.47 & 3.1.48)
PUBLIC NOTICE
Members of the public who wish to address the Committee on specific agenda items must register their request at this time,
with such comments subject to the public comment ordinance and the reasonable control of the Committee Chair as set forth
in Robert’s Rules of Order.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
4.
September 21, 2026
DISCUSSION/POSSIBLE ACTION
5.
Discussion/Possible Action Re: Approval of Application for Room and Board Residential SUD Opioid Settlement Funds
Grant
6.
Discussion/Possible Action Re …
📄 From the minutes
Extracted text of the official minutes document (automated extraction — may contain OCR/formatting errors).
PORTAGE COUNTY
MEETING MINUTES
HEALTH AND HUMAN
SERVICES BOARD
PORTAGE COUNTY ANNEX
CONFERENCE ROOMS 1 & 2
1462 STRONGS AVENUE
STEVENS POINT, WI 54481
Monday, October 5, 2026
4:30 PM
REMOTE ATTENDANCE & COMMENT
To attend this meeting by telephone : dial 1-872-242-7813, after dialing the number you will then be asked to enter in a
meeting number. Use the following meeting number: 886 457 347, then press #
To attend this meeting by video: Join the meeting now
Page 1 of 2
CALL TO ORDER
Committee Members enter Per Diem and Mileage
The Health and Human Services Board meeting was called to order at 04:30 PM
Members Present: Greg Hakala, Jeanne Dodge, Suzanne Oehlke, Barry Jacowski, Robin Falk, Bev Laska, Amber Garner, Joseph
Jarabek
Attending In-Person: Greg Hakala, Jeanne Dodge, Suzanne Oehlke, Barry Jacowski, Robin Falk, Bev Laska, Amber Garner,
Joseph Jarabek
Attending Online: None
Members Excused: Landon Elgersma
Members Absent: None
Staff Attending: Jessica Hake, Director; Gary Garske, Public Health Manager; Craig Sankey, Children and Family Services Manager;
Gretchen Hintz, Community Programs Manager; Kristin Flannery, CCS/CSP Supervisor; Sarah Nelson, CCS Provider Relations
Supervisor; Jennifer Jossie, Finance Director
Others Attending: Citizen
PRESENTATIONS
1.
Comprehensive Community Services (CCS) Presentation - Kristin Flannery, CCS/CSP Supervisor, and Sarah Nelson,
CCS Provider Relations Supervisor …
Thu Oct 1, 2026 · 17:00
Human Resources Committee
Portage County HR Committee to weigh 2027 health insurance premiums and HSA contributions
The Portage County Human Resources Committee meets Thursday, October 1, 2026 at 5:00 PM at the Portage County Annex, 1462 Strongs Avenue, Stevens Point, with remote attendance available by phone or video. The committee will hear presentations from Astia Health and LINK healthcare, receive reports including the August 2026 Consumer Price Index and Health Plan Performance Analysis, and take up discussion or possible action on the 2027 Wellness Incentive Program, 2027 health insurance premiums, premium contributions and HSA contributions, and a resolution revising County Ordinance Section 3.11.9 on fringe benefits health insurance. It will also consider approval of the September 24, 2026 minutes and set its next meeting for Thursday, November 5, 2026 at 4:00 p.m., a noted change in time.
- Discussion/possible action on 2027 Wellness Incentive Program
- Discussion/possible action on 2027 health insurance premiums, premium contributions, and HSA contributions
- Resolution revising Portage County Code of Ordinance Section 3.11.9, Fringe Benefits (2) Health Insurance
- Presentations by Astia Health (Alex Sommers, MD) and LINK healthcare (Mark Wozniak)
- Open enrollment dates reported as November 2 through November 11, 2026; next meeting November 5, 2026 at 4:00 p.m.
health-insurancecounty-budgethuman-resourcesemployee-benefitsportage-countyordinancewellness
✓ Decided: Committee approves 8% health insurance premium increase for 2027
The Human Resources Committee approved 2027 health insurance premiums and the 2027 Wellness Incentive Program. The committee also approved a resolution to revise the County Code of Ordinance regarding health insurance fringe benefits.
- Approved 2027 Wellness Incentive Program as proposed, excluding Sword-Bloom, Thrive, and Weight Management programs (voice vote)
- Approved 8% increase to 2027 health insurance premiums for PPO and HDHP plans (voice vote)
- Approved 2027 PPO premium contribution split at 18% employee and 82% employer (voice vote)
- Approved keeping 2027 HDHP contribution percentages and HSA employer contributions the same as 2026 (voice vote)
- Approved resolution to revise Portage County Ordinance 3.11.9 regarding PPO health plan county premium contributions
- Approved September 24, 2026 meeting minutes (voice vote)
Conference Room 1 & 2, Stevens Point
📄 From the agenda
Extracted text of the official agenda document (automated extraction — may contain OCR/formatting errors).
PORTAGE COUNTY
MEETING AGENDA
HUMAN RESOURCES COMMITTEE
PORTAGE COUNTY ANNEX
CONFERENCE ROOMS 1 & 2
1462 STRONGS AVENUE
STEVENS POINT, WI 54481
Thursday, October 1, 2026
5:00 PM
REMOTE ATTENDANCE & COMMENT
To attend this meeting by telephone : dial 1-872-242-7813 , after dialing the number you will then be asked to enter in a
meeting number. Use the following meeting number: 825 749 602, then press #
To attend this meeting by video:https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/238111063565676?p=DBVWBUEKhtq5tUFxZm
Page 1 of 2
CALL TO ORDER
Committee Members enter Per Diem and Mileage
CORRESPONDENCE
1.
• EAP Flyer - October 2026
• Wellness Newsletter - October 2026
PRESENTATIONS
2.
• Astia Health - Alex Sommers, MD, ABEM, DipABLM - Medical Director, President
• LINK healthcare - Mark Wozniak - Chief Clinical Officer
REPORTS
3.
Special Meeting Attendance Reports (Portage County Ordinance 3.1.47 & 3.1.48)
4.
• Consumer Price Index - August 2026
• Health Plan Performance Analysis - August 2026
• Recruitment Update
• Director's Report
o Quarterly Reports
▪ Employees Hired with Negotiated Wage and/or Vacation
▪ Human Resources Department Budgets
▪ Human Resources Department
▪ Employee Benefits
▪ Health Insurance
o Extension of the Current Civil Rights Compliance Period
o Open Enrollment Dates - November 2 through November 11, 2026
PUBLIC NOTICE
Members of the public who wish to address …
📄 From the minutes
Extracted text of the official minutes document (automated extraction — may contain OCR/formatting errors).
PORTAGE COUNTY
MEETING MINUTES
HUMAN RESOURCES
COMMITTEE
PORTAGE COUNTY ANNEX
CONFERENCE ROOMS 1 & 2
1462 STRONGS AVENUE
STEVENS POINT, WI 54481
Thursday, October 1, 2026
5:00 PM
REMOTE ATTENDANCE & COMMENT
To attend this meeting by telephone : dial 1-872-242-7813 , after dialing the number you will then be asked to enter in a
meeting number. Use the following meeting number: 825 749 602, then press #
To attend this meeting by video:https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/238111063565676?p=DBVWBUEKhtq5tUFxZm
Page 1 of 2
CALL TO ORDER
Committee Members enter Per Diem and Mileage
The Human Resources Committee meeting was called to order by S. Cieslewicz at 05:00 PM
Members Present: Jonathan Schlice, Janell Wehr, Steve Cieslewicz
Members Excused: Larry Raikowski, Matt Jacowski
Staff Attending: L. Belanger Tess, C. Wojchik
Others Attending: M. Deininger, M. Clark, K. McDonald (web), J. Jossie (web), C. Piotrowski (web), K. Dray, M. Wozniak, A.
Sommers, E. Olson, N. Check (web)
CORRESPONDENCE
1.
• EAP Flyer - October 2026
• Wellness Newsletter - October 2026
PRESENTATIONS
2.
• Astia Health - Alex Sommers, MD, ABEM, DipABLM - Medical Director, President
• LINK healthcare - Mark Wozniak - Chief Clinical Officer
REPORTS
3.
Special Meeting Attendance Reports (Portage County Ordinance 3.1.47 & 3.1.48)
None
4.
• Consumer Price Index - August 2026
• Health Plan Performance Analysis - August 2026 …
Thu Oct 1, 2026 · 16:00
Commission on Aging/Aging and Disability Resource Center Board
Portage County Aging Board to review caregiver support program and discuss RSVP & FGP reorganization
The Portage County Commission on Aging/Aging and Disability Resource Center Board meets Thursday, October 1, 2026 at 4:00 PM at the ADRC at Lincoln Center, 1519 Water Street, Stevens Point, with remote attendance available. The board will receive reports on finance, the Resource Center, the Nutrition Program, advocacy, and the director, and will hear a presentation on Caregiver Support Services. Members will consider approval of the September 3, 2026 minutes and take up discussion or possible action on RSVP & FGP reorganization. The next meeting is Thursday, November 5, 2026 at 4 p.m.
- Discussion/possible action on RSVP & FGP reorganization
- Presentation: Caregiver Support Services Program Review
- Approval of minutes from September 3, 2026
- Finance budget reports for August 2026 and Resource Center August report
- Nutrition Program August snapshot and October Nourishing Bites newsletter
agingportage-countyadrcbudgetnutritioncaregiver-supportpublic-meeting
Aging and Disability Resource Center, Stevens Point
📄 From the agenda
Extracted text of the official agenda document (automated extraction — may contain OCR/formatting errors).
PORTAGE COUNTY
MEETING AGENDA
COMMISSION ON AGING/AGING AND
DISABILITY RESOURCE CENTER
BOARD
ADRC AT LINCOLN CENTER
MULTI-PURPOSE ROOM OR VIA
REMOTE CONNECTION
1519 WATER STREET
STEVENS POINT, WI 54481
Thursday, October 1, 2026
4:00 PM
REMOTE ATTENDANCE & COMMENT
To attend this meeting by telephone : dial 1-872-242-7813, after dialing the number you will then be asked to enter in a
meeting number. Use the following meeting number: 787 674 127, then press #
To attend this meeting by video: Join the meeting now
Page 1 of 2
CALL TO ORDER
Committee Members enter Per Diem and Mileage
REPORTS
1.
Special Meeting Attendance Reports (Portage County Ordinance 3.1.47 & 3.1.48)
2.
Finance - Budget Reports, August 2026
3.
Resource Center - August Report
4.
Nutrition Program
• August Snapshot
• Nourishing Bites Newsletter, October
5.
Advocacy
6.
Reframing Aging - article
7.
Directors Report
• Event Recap
• Upcoming Events
• Staffing
PRESENTATION
8.
Caregiver Support Services Program Review
PUBLIC NOTICE
Members of the public who wish to address the Committee on specific agenda items must register their request at this time,
with such comments subject to the public comment ordinance and the reasonable control of the Committee Chair as set forth
in Robert’s Rules of Order.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
9.
September 3, 2026
DISCUSSION/POSSIBL …
Tue Sep 29, 2026 · 14:30
General
Stevens Point area committee to vote on urban road functional classification update
The Stevens Point Urban Area Surface Transportation Project Committee meets Sept. 29, 2026, at 2:30 PM at the County Annex, 1462 Strongs Avenue, Stevens Point. The committee will review proposed updates to the Urban Area Functional Classification System and consider approving them. It may also set future meeting dates if needed. The agenda is otherwise procedural.
- Review of proposed updates to the Urban Area Functional Classification System
- Possible approval vote on the proposed Urban Area Functional Classification System
- Discussion of possible future meeting dates
- Meeting held at County Annex, Planning & Zoning Conference Room, 3rd Floor, 1462 Strongs Avenue, Stevens Point
transportationroadsplanningzoningstevens-pointportage-county
1462 Strongs Avenue, Stevens Point
📄 From the agenda
Extracted text of the official agenda document (automated extraction — may contain OCR/formatting errors).
PLANNING AND ZONING DEPARTMENT
T
1462 STRONGS AVENUE, STEVENS POINT, WI 54481 • PHONE: 715-346-1334 • FAX: 715-346-1677
TO:
Stevens Point Urban Area Surface Transportation Project Committee:
Mayor Mike Wiza, Member Representing the City of Stevens Point
President Gary Wolfe, Member Representing the Village of Plover
President Bill Taugner, Member Representing the Village of Whiting
President Dan Holloway, Member Representing the Village of Park Ridge
Chairman James Garbe, Member Representing the Town of Plover
Chairman Dave Wilz, Member Representing the Town of Hull
Dave Ladick, Member Representing the Portage County Highway Committee
FROM: Scott Allen, Director
DATE:
September 8, 2026
MEETING NOTICE
Date: September 29, 2026
Time: 2:30 PM
Location: County Annex, Planning & Zoning Conference Room, 3rd Floor
1462 Strongs Avenue, Stevens Point, WI 54481
AGENDA
1. Call to Order and Introductions
2. Overview of Functional Classification Update Process
3. Review Proposed Updates to Urban Area Functional Classification System
4. Consider approval of proposed Urban Area Functional Classification System
5. Discuss/Set Possible Future Meeting Dates if Needed
6. Adjourn
**Committee members that cannot attend should send their designated alternate representative.**
cc:
Nathan Check, Portage County Highway Commissioner
Steve Kunst, Village of Plover Administrat …
Showing the 30 most recent meetings of 272 on record. See the yearly meeting archives below for the full history.
🌐 County-level context (Portage County)
County-level context — from BLS, IRS, FEMA, HUD, Census. These figures cover the whole county this city sits in, not just the city itself.
Net migration+167 people (+$12.1M net AGI · 2023)
Federal disasters (10 yr)3 ({"Severe Storm": 4, "Flood": 3, "Biological": 2, "Drought": · last Sat Apr 4, 2020)
Traffic fatalities6 (1 pedestrian · 2024)
Business establishments1,715 (29,656 employees · 2023)
Fair Market Rent (2BR)$1,029/mo (597 assisted households · 2025)
Adults with low literacy12.6% (low numeracy 21% · 2017)
Sources: BLS LAUS, IRS SOI, FEMA, NHTSA FARS, Census CBP, HUD, NCES PIAAC
City profile
Everything below is drawn from this city’s own public record and primary-source government data. AI-written summaries are a finding aid, not a citable quote.
244
Permitted housing units
The money — in
source: Census gov-finance & state comptrollerBudget
Revenue$84.0M
Spending$93.4M
Operating spending ran ahead of revenue this year.
Debt load MODERATE
Outstanding debt$6.7M
Debt-to-revenue0.08×
Debt-load index47 / 100
A debt-load indicator (national percentile of debt, deficit & aid-reliance) — not a solvency verdict. Cross-checked against official state fiscal-stress scores where they exist.
Outcomes — economic mobility
source: Opportunity Atlas (Harvard) · research useFor kids who grew up here in low-income households, their adult household-income rank (0–1). The average hides a gap by race:
Research-only layer, shown here for context — not included in the CC BY 4.0 bulk download.
Where it’s happening
geocoded land-use decisions🗺 Interactive map
Every rezoning, development approval, and permit — explore the geocoded records in the
research explorer.
Meeting archives
🔗 Embed this city · use the data
Free to reuse under CC BY 4.0 — a link back is appreciated. Paste this into your site:
<iframe src="https://mytown.theboringparts.com/city/portagecowi/embed/" width="100%" height="640" loading="lazy" style="border:1px solid #ddd;border-radius:8px" title="Portage County government meetings"></iframe>
<p>Local government meetings via <a href="https://mytown.theboringparts.com/city/portagecowi/">MyTown</a></p>
The credit line under the iframe is a real link back — keep it and you help others find us (and it satisfies the CC BY attribution). Prefer JSON? API v2 meetings · full embed & API guide.