Sawyer County, Wisconsin

Public Safety Committee

Health & Human Services Board

Economic Development & UW-Extension Committee

Criminal Justice Coordinating Council

Land, Water & Forest Resources Committee

Public Works Committee

Finance Committee

Administration Committee

Zoning Board of Appeals

Zoning Board of Appeals

Zoning Board of Appeals

Highway Traffic Safety Commission

Board of Supervisors

Zoning Committee

Health & Human Services Board

Public Safety Committee

Economic Development & UW-Extension Committee

Criminal Justice Coordinating Council

Land, Water & Forest Resources Committee

Public Works Committee

Finance Committee

Administration Committee

Zoning Board of Appeals

Board of Supervisors

Health & Human Services Board

Public Safety Committee

Economic Development & UW-Extension Committee

Land, Water & Forest Resources Committee

Public Works Committee

Administration Committee

Finance Committee

Criminal Justice Coordinating Council

Board of Supervisors

Public Safety Committee

Health & Human Services Board

Economic Development & UW-Extension Committee

Land, Water & Forest Resources Committee

Public Works Committee

Finance Committee

Administration Committee

Board of Supervisors

Criminal Justice Coordinating Council

Highway Traffic Safety Commission

Public Safety Committee

Health & Human Services Board

Economic Development & UW-Extension Committee

Criminal Justice Coordinating Council

Public Works Committee

Land, Water & Forest Resources Committee

Administration Committee

Finance Committee

Board of Supervisors

Public Safety Committee

Health & Human Services Board

Economic Development & UW-Extension Committee

Criminal Justice Coordinating Council

Public Works Committee

Land, Water & Forest Resources Committee

Finance Committee

Administration Committee

Board of Supervisors

Public Safety Committee

Health & Human Services Board

Economic Development & UW-Extension Committee

Public Works Committee

Criminal Justice Coordinating Council

Land, Water & Forest Resources Committee

Administration Committee

Finance Committee

Board of Supervisors

Health & Human Services Board

Public Safety Committee

Economic Development & UW-Extension Committee

Public Works Committee

Criminal Justice Coordinating Council

Land, Water & Forest Resources Committee

Finance Committee

Administration Committee

Board of Supervisors

Health & Human Services Board

Public Safety Committee

Economic Development & UW-Extension Committee

Public Works Committee

Land, Water & Forest Resources Committee

Finance Committee

Administration Committee

Criminal Justice Coordinating Council

Board of Supervisors

Public Safety Committee

Health & Human Services Board

Economic Development & UW-Extension Committee

Criminal Justice Coordinating Council

Land, Water & Forest Resources Committee

Public Works Committee

Administration Committee

Finance Committee

Board of Supervisors

Public Safety Committee

Health & Human Services Board

Economic Development & UW-Extension Committee

Land, Water & Forest Resources Committee

Public Works Committee

Criminal Justice Coordinating Council

Finance Committee

Administration Committee

Board of Supervisors

Health & Human Services Board

Public Safety Committee

Economic Development & UW-Extension Committee

Land, Water & Forest Resources Committee

Public Works Committee

Administration Committee

Finance Committee

Criminal Justice Coordinating Council

Board of Supervisors

Public Safety Committee

Health & Human Services Board

Economic Development & UW-Extension Committee

Public Works Committee

Land, Water & Forest Resources Committee

Criminal Justice Coordinating Council

Finance Committee

Administration Committee

Board of Supervisors

Health & Human Services Board

Public Safety Committee

Economic Development & UW-Extension Committee

Public Works Committee

Criminal Justice Coordinating Council

Land, Water & Forest Resources Committee

Administration Committee

Finance Committee

Board of Supervisors

Public Safety Committee

Health & Human Services Board

Economic Development & UW-Extension Committee

Land, Water & Forest Resources Committee

Public Works Committee

Criminal Justice Coordinating Council

Finance Committee

Administration Committee

Board of Supervisors

Health & Human Services Board

Public Safety Committee

Economic Development & UW-Extension Committee

Public Works Committee

Land, Water & Forest Resources Committee

Finance Committee

Administration Committee

Board of Supervisors

Criminal Justice Coordinating Council

Public Safety Committee

Economic Development & UW-Extension Committee

Health & Human Services Board

Public Works Committee

Land, Water & Forest Resources Committee

Finance Committee

Administration Committee

Board of Supervisors

Economic Development & UW-Extension Committee

Public Safety Committee

Health & Human Services Board

Land, Water & Forest Resources Committee

Public Works Committee

Finance Committee

Board of Supervisors

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Board will hold public hearings to decide on three variance requests regarding structure setbacks. These include requests for reduced distances from state highways and navigable waters.

• VAR #26-002: After-the-fact placement of a 12.5’ x 24’ shed 69.5’ from State Hwy 48 in the Town of Weirgor
• VAR #26-003: Placement of a 13’ x 21’ shed 94’ from State Hwy 27 and 45’ from the Chippewa River in the Town of Ojibwa
• VAR #26-004: Reduced water setback for a 180’ sq. foot patio 24’ from Little Round Lake in the Town of Hayward

Zoning Board of Appeals

Zoning Committee

Zoning Committee

The Zoning Committee will hold public hearings on a proposed 18-month moratorium on data center permits. The body will also review several conditional use permits for accessory buildings and a request to rezone 80 acres for mining operations.

• Proposed 18-month moratorium on permits for Data Centers
• Request by Todd’s Redi Mix Concrete LLC to rezone 80 acres to Forestry One for sand and gravel extraction
• Request by O’Brien Hill Properties LLC to rezone 5 acres from A-1 to RR-1 in the Town of Hayward
• Conditional use permit for a 1,200 sq. ft. accessory building in the Town of Bass Lake
• Conditional use permits for HOA storage and a warming hut/pavilion by Preserve at MBF LLC

Board of Supervisors

The Sawyer County Board of Supervisors will meet to approve minutes from a previous session and consider three proposed zoning map amendments. The agenda includes reports from various committees and a public comment period.

• Approval of previous meeting minutes
• Zone District Map Amendment RZN #26-008 (6.37 acres A-1 to RR-1)
• Zone District Map Amendment RZN #26-010 (6.12 acres RR-1 to C-1)
• Zone District Map Amendment RZN #26-011 (0.57 acres R-1 to C-1)
• Weiss and Winter Library Support Resolution

The Board approved a resolution that sets the annual library allocation at the greater of 150% of the Wisconsin Act 150 circulation formula amount or 102.5% of the previous year’s county allocation. The motion was made by Ms. Hessel, seconded by Mr. Longtine, and carried without negative vote. The Board also approved two zoning map amendments and denied a third rezoning request.

• Approved Zone District Map Amendment RZN #26-008 rezoning 6.37 acres from A-1 to RR-1 (motion carried without negative vote)
• Approved Zone District Map Amendment RZN #26-010 rezoning 6.12 acres from RR-1 to C-1 (motion carried without negative vote)
• Denied Zone District Map Amendment RZN #26-011 rezoning 0.57 acres from R-1 to C-1 (motion carried without negative vote)
• Approved library funding resolution setting allocation at greater of 150% of Act 150 formula or 102.5% of prior year (motion carried without negative vote)

General

The Sawyer County Emergency Management department will hold a public open house on July 15, 2026, from 9:30 AM to 10:30 AM. Attendees can receive information about and give input on the updated Hazard Mitigation Plan. The meeting is held in the County Board Room of the Sawyer County Courthouse, 10610 Main Street, Hayward.

• Public open house on the Sawyer County Hazard Mitigation Plan update, 9:30‑10:30 AM, 10610 Main St., Hayward

Administration Committee

The Administration Committee will meet to receive reports from county departments and the administrator. The committee will also hold a discussion and possible action regarding the County Administrator's annual review.

• County Administrator annual review (discussion and possible action)
• Veterans Tribute update
• Reports from County Clerk, Veteran Service Office, IT, and Human Resources

The committee approved a process for all County Board members to submit evaluation forms for the County Administrator. The meeting included reports on veteran services, IT projects, and upcoming economic development applications.

• Approved June 11, 2026 minutes (carried without negative vote)
• Established annual process for County Administrator evaluations via board member submissions

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will review budget performance reports and the 2027 budget update. The body will also consider a resolution regarding support for the Weiss and Winter Library.

• Resolution 2026-____Weiss and Winter Library Support
• 2027 Budget Update
• Budget Performance Reports for Ambulance, Medical Examiner, Emergency Management, and General Government
• Monthly Sales Tax Report
• May Investment Report

The Finance Committee approved a resolution setting Weiss and Winter Library funding at the greater of 150% of the state circulation formula or 102.5% of last year’s allocation, and sent it to the full County Board for final consideration. The committee also approved June meeting minutes and reviewed department financial reports and investment updates. This allocation ensures consistent public library support based on established state guidelines and prior funding levels.

• Approved June 11, 2026 meeting minutes (carried without negative vote)
• Advanced Resolution 2026-____Weiss and Winter Library Support to County Board (carried without negative vote)

Public Works Committee

The Sawyer County Public Works Committee will hold its regular meeting to review departmental reports and updates. It will consider approving the draft minutes from the June 10, 2026 meeting. The agenda includes reports from the Maintenance Department, Sawyer County Airport (Hayward Aviation, LLC), and the Highway Department, as well as public comments and committee updates.

• Consider approval of June 10, 2026 draft minutes
• Maintenance Department report
• Sawyer County Airport management report – Hayward Aviation, LLC
• Highway Commissioner’s report and highway facilities discussion
• Ad‑hoc committee update – June 15

The committee approved the June 10, 2026 meeting minutes. Discussions included upcoming roadwork on CTH F, DD, and STH 27, as well as projected salt costs of $1M. Plans are being developed to address the replacement of the aging Highway building.

• Approved June 10, 2026 meeting minutes (carried without negative vote)

Criminal Justice Coordinating Council

The Sawyer County Criminal Justice Coordinating Council will convene to approve draft minutes from the June 10, 2026 meeting and receive reports on jail operations, justice data, and youth services. The agenda includes updates from the executive committee and community services.

• Approval of June 10, 2026 Draft Minutes
• Jail Report
• Justice Point Report
• Youth Justice Report
• Truancy & Diversion

The committee approved the minutes from the June 10, 2026 meeting. The Truancy & Diversion report was tabled until the August meeting.

• Approved June 10, 2026 minutes (carried without negative vote)
• Tabled Truancy & Diversion report to August

Land, Water & Forest Resources Committee

The committee will meet to review reports from county and state agencies. The agenda consists primarily of procedural items and departmental updates.

• Approval of June 10, 2026 draft minutes
• Register of Deeds report
• Real Property Lister and County Surveyor reports
• Forestry reports from County, Wisconsin DNR, US Forest Service, and Recreational Trails
• Conservation report

The committee approved the June 10, 2026 meeting minutes. Forestry reports noted $4.96M in sold-uncut timber and an oak wilt restriction through July 15. Recreational trails report indicated grading is complete on Tuscobia and Moose Lake trails.

• Approved June 10, 2026 meeting minutes (carried without negative vote)

Economic Development & UW-Extension Committee

The Economic Development & UW-Extension Committee will meet to discuss and possibly take action on a resolution regarding support for the Weiss and Winter libraries. The meeting also includes reports from local libraries, the UW-Extension, and regional planning and economic development bodies.

• Resolution 2026-____ regarding Weiss and Winter Library Support

The committee approved the June 8, 2026 minutes. Members also approved a resolution regarding Weiss and Winter Library Support for recommendation to the Finance Committee and County Board.

• Approved June 8, 2026 meeting minutes (carried without negative vote)
• Approved Resolution 2026- Weiss and Winter Library Support for recommendation to Finance Committee and County Board (carried without negative vote)

Health & Human Services Board

The Sawyer County Health & Human Services Board will consider updates to its bylaws and two funding resolutions—one for mental health and one for public health. The board will also review a range of reports covering behavioral health, child and youth services, economic support, and fiscal performance. Public comments are scheduled with a three‑minute limit per speaker. The meeting will conclude with setting the next meeting date.

• Discussion and possible action on HHS bylaws
• Discussion and possible action on Resolution 2026-___ Mental Health Funding
• Discussion and possible action on Resolution 2026-___ Public Health Funding
• Review of Behavioral Health reports, including Mental Health Monthly Expense Report
• Public comments (max 3 minutes per individual)

The Sawyer County Health and Human Services Committee meeting was called to order at 5:05 pm. No quorum was present, and the meeting adjourned at 5:06 pm.

Public Safety Committee

The Sawyer County Public Safety Committee will consider approval of the June 4, 2026 meeting minutes. It will receive reports from the Clerk of Courts, the Sheriff’s Department, radio towers, and code enforcement. Additional updates from child support, emergency services, and the criminal justice coordinating council will be discussed.

• Approval of draft June 4, 2026 minutes
• Clerk of Court/Probate Registrar report
• Sheriff's Department patrol, jail, communications, and emergency management reports
• Radio towers update
• Code enforcement report

The committee approved the minutes from the June 4, 2026, meeting. Discussions included updates on staffing for the Clerk of Courts and Sheriff's Department, as well as radio tower costs and emergency management events.

• Approved June 4, 2026, meeting minutes (carried without negative vote)

Zoning Committee

The Sawyer County Zoning Committee will meet to consider multiple rezoning requests, conditional use permits, and a preliminary plat for a subdivision. The committee will also discuss amendments to a data center ordinance and a request for proposals for ordinance amendments.

• Public hearing for RZN #26-008: Emerson & Evelyn Martin (Hayward) to rezone 6.378 acres from A-1 to RR-1
• Public hearing for RZN #26-010: Rosalie Sheptick Trust (Hayward) to rezone 6.12 acres from RR-1 to C-1 for American Marina
• Public hearing for CUP #26-016: Sawyer County (Meadowbrook) to permit a 250' tower for emergency radio
• Public hearing for CUP #26-017: David Toczek (Hunter) to permit a 2-unit resort in an RR-1 zone
• Preliminary Plat for Deer Lake Shores Subdivision (13 lots) in the Town of Meteor

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will discuss two zoning map amendments and a hangar area lease agreement. The meeting includes reviews of the County Board Policy & Procedures Manual and a proposed AI policy.

• Rezone 3.5 acres from RR-1 to C-1 for Thomas & Jean Carr (RZN #26-002)
• Rezone 0.44 acres from A-1 to RR-2 for Hazel Magnuson (RZN #26-009)
• Hangar Area Lease Agreement with Hanna Bay Holdings, LLC
• Proposed AI Policy
• Speed reduction on CTH B

The Board of Supervisors approved several administrative items including the 2026 Term County Board Policy & Procedures Manual and a new AI policy. Zoning amendments for two properties were passed, and Al Gerber was appointed to the Board of Appeals/Board of Adjustment.

• Approved May 21, 2026 minutes (carried without negative vote)
• Appointed Al Gerber to Sawyer County Board of Appeals/Board of Adjustment for a three-year term (carried without negative vote)
• Approved rezoning of 3.5 acres from RR-1 to C-1 for Thomas and Jean Carr (carried without negative vote)
• Approved rezoning of 0.44 acres from A-1 to RR-1 for Hazel Magnuson/Benjamin & Jaclyn Tweed (carried without negative vote)
• Approved Hanna Bay Holdings, LLC Hangar Lease Area Agreement (carried without negative vote)
• Approved speed reduction on CTH B between CTH S and Musky Tale Road from 55mph to 45mph (carried without negative vote)
• Adopted 2026 Term County Board Policy & Procedures Manual (carried with one opposed)
• Approved proposed AI policy (carried without negative vote)

General

The agenda announces a public notice that a potential quorum of Sawyer County Board Supervisors may be present at the Wisconsin Counties Association Northwest District meeting on June 17, 2026, starting at 8:30 a.m. at the Holiday Inn Express, 15586 County Road B, Hayward, WI. No Sawyer County business will be conducted at this meeting.

• Potential quorum notice – no county business scheduled

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Sawyer County Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on a variance request for a property in the Town of Bass Lake. The applicant seeks relief from wetland setback requirements for a home and garage.

• Public Hearing: Town of Bass Lake VAR #26-001 (Mazutis)
• Variance request: Relief from 40' wetland setback to 23'7' for new home
• Variance request: Relief from property line setback for garage eaves
• Meeting: Sawyer County Board Room, June 16, 2026 @ 5:00 PM
• Meeting format: Virtual via Zoom and dial-in

General

The County Public Works Ad-hoc Committee will meet to discuss ATV/UTV trails and radio tower matters. The agenda includes a review of a new tower grant.

• ATV/UTV trails
• Radio tower
• New tower grant

Administration Committee

The Administration Committee will discuss and possibly take action on revisions to the County Board Policy and Procedure Manual and the Personnel Policy Manual. The meeting also includes reports from the County Clerk, Veterans Service Office, IT, and Human Resources.

• Proposed changes to the County Board Policy and Procedure Manual
• Resolution 2026-____ to adopt the County Board Policy and Procedure Manual
• Discussion and possible action on Veterans Tribute Plans
• Discussion and possible action on Personnel Policy Manual updates

The Administration Committee approved several policy updates to be recommended to the County Board. These include revisions to the Board Policy & Procedures Manual, a new AI platform use policy, and updated personnel policies.

• Approved May 14, 2026 minutes (carried without negative vote)
• Approved revised Board Policy & Procedures Manual for County Board recommendation (carried without negative vote)
• Approved AI platform use policy for County Board consideration (carried without negative vote)
• Approved updated Personnel Policy for County Board consideration (carried without negative vote)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will review budget performance reports and investment updates. The body will discuss and potentially take action on the 2027 budget timeline, budget parameters, and a CD purchase. There is also a discussion and possible action regarding a cost increase for the Meadowbrook Tower.

• 2027 Budget Timeline (Discussion and Possible Action)
• 2027 Budget Parameters (Discussion and Possible Action)
• CD Purchase (Discussion and Possible Action)
• Meadowbrook Tower cost increase (Discussion and Possible Action)
• Airport and UW Extension 2026 Budget Performance Reports

The committee approved the 2027 budget timeline and parameters. Members also authorized a certificate of deposit purchase from Frandsen Bank. The meeting included reviews of monthly sales tax revenues, department financials, and investment reports.

• Approved May 14, 2026 minutes (carried without negative vote)
• Approved 2027 Budget Timeline (carried without negative vote)
• Approved 2027 Budget Parameters (carried without negative vote)
• Approved CD purchase from Frandsen Bank (carried without negative vote)

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee will review reports from the Maintenance, Highway, and Airport departments. The body will discuss and potentially take action on a speed reduction and a hangar lease renewal.

• Speed reduction on CTH B from CTH S to Musky Tale Road (Discussion and Possible Action)
• Mersel Hangar Lease Renewal (Discussion and Possible Action)
• Highway Facilities Discussion
• Management Report from Hayward Aviation, LLC

The committee approved a hangar lease agreement for consideration by the County Board. It also approved a speed reduction request on CTH B for final consideration by the County Board. Highway facilities discussions were tabled until July.

• Approved May 13, 2026 minutes (carried without negative vote)
• Approved Hanna Bay Holdings, LLC hangar lease for County Board consideration (carried without negative vote)
• Approved CTH B speed reduction from 55 to 45mph for County Board consideration (carried without negative vote)
• Tabled Highway Facilities discussion until July

Criminal Justice Coordinating Council

The committee approved the minutes from the May 13, 2026 meeting. The Truancy & Diversion Lookback report was tabled until the July meeting.

• Approved May 13, 2026 meeting minutes (carried without negative vote)
• Tabled Truancy & Diversion Lookback report to July

Land, Water & Forest Resources Committee

The Land, Water & Forest Resources Committee will review reports from the Register of Deeds, County Surveyor, and Forestry departments. The body will discuss and potentially take action on two specific projects regarding local events and trail development.

• Stubborn Mule Adventure Race scheduled for 6-27 and 6-28-26
• CAMBA Trail Reroute development proposal at Seeley Fire Tower

The committee approved a proposal for the CAMBA trail reroute near the Seeley fire tower. The Stubborn Mule Adventure Race application was also approved. Additional reports covered forestry, DNR activity, and USFS projects.

• Approved May 13, 2026 meeting minutes (carried without negative vote)
• Approved Stubborn Mule Adventure Race application (carried without negative vote)
• Approved CAMBA Trail Reroute development proposal (carried without negative vote)

Economic Development & UW-Extension Committee

The committee approved the minutes from the May 11, 2026 meeting. Members discussed creating a data-driven resolution for Weiss and Winter library funding to be presented in July. The SC Economic Development Corporation reported that the THRIVE Grant has been approved.

• Approved May 11, 2026 minutes (carried without negative vote)

Health & Human Services Board

The Sawyer County Health & Human Services Board will meet to approve previous meeting minutes and discuss updates on aging, behavioral health, and economic support services. The meeting will be held virtually via Zoom.

• Approval of draft HHS minutes from June 5, 2026
• Review of HHS bylaws for possible action
• Updates on Behavioral Health and Community Support
• Reports on Economic Support and Foodshare
• Public Health and Purchased Services reports

The Health and Human Services Board approved the amended minutes from the May 12, 2026 meeting. The board reviewed staff changes, strategic plan progress, and department reports including ADRC, Behavioral Health, and Economic Support. Discussions included upcoming bylaws revisions and a future resolution regarding Mobile Crisis funding.

• Approved amended minutes from May 12, 2026 (carried without negative vote)

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee will meet to review departmental reports and receive updates on the GenComm radio tower. The body will also hear reports from the Sheriff's Department, Clerk of Courts, and Emergency Services.

• Radio tower update from GenComm
• Sheriff's Department patrol, jail, communications, and emergency management reports
• Clerk of Court/Probate Registrar report
• Ambulance report
• Criminal Justice Coordinating Council update

The committee reviewed radio tower construction progress and updated cost estimates. The Meadowbrook site estimate increased to $374,000 for review by the Finance committee. Additional reports were provided regarding law enforcement activity, jail statistics, and emergency management.

• Approved May 7, 2026 minutes (carried without negative vote)

Board of Supervisors

The Sawyer County Board of Supervisors will hold a regular meeting on May 21, 2026. The agenda includes discussions on zoning amendments, solar energy ordinances, and the approval of ATV/UTV routes. The public may address the board during a designated comment period.

• Zone District Map Amendment for RZN #26-007 (Russel & Laurie Key and Stephen Atherton)
• Amendment to Sawyer County Code of Ordinances regarding 'apartments' in C-1 zone
• Amendment to Sawyer County Code of Ordinances regarding 'data centers' in I-1 zone
• Consideration of a Solar Moratorium Extension Ordinance
• Discussion on adopting a new Sawyer County Solar Energy System Ordinance

The Board approved a $250,000 upgrade to a county‑owned Meadowbrook public‑safety radio tower, funding $167,000 from contingency funds and $83,000 from the Resource Development Fund. It also adopted a Solar Energy System Ordinance and a Solar Moratorium Extension, approved new ATV/UTV routes on county and tribal roads, and passed a zoning amendment rezoning 5.28 acres from A‑1 to RR2. Additional actions included code amendments for commercial‑one zoning and a resolution seeking greater local control for Wisconsin counties.

• Approved Meadowbrook Public Safety Radio Tower Upgrade Project at $250,000 (carried without negative vote)
• Approved Sawyer County Solar Energy System Ordinance (carried without negative vote)
• Approved Solar Moratorium Extension Ordinance (carried with one opposed)
• Approved Zone District Map Amendment rezoning 5.28 acres from A‑1 to RR2 (carried without negative vote)
• Approved 2026‑2027 ATV/UTV routes on county roads (carried without negative vote)
• Approved new ATV/UTV routes within Lac Courte Oreilles tribal boundaries with time restrictions (carried without negative vote)
• Approved amendment to code: Commercial‑One zone district rules for apartments (carried without negative vote)
• Approved Resolution requesting greater local control for Wisconsin counties (carried without negative vote)

Highway Traffic Safety Commission

The Highway Traffic Safety Commission will review and approve the February meeting minutes, discuss old business, and consider a new speed‑reduction proposal for County Trunk Highway S between its junction with Musky Tale Road. The meeting also includes a traffic crash data mapping report and a round‑table stakeholder discussion. The commission will set the date for its next quarterly meeting.

• Review and approve February TSC meeting minutes
• New business: speed reduction from CTH S to Musky Tale Road
• Traffic crash and data mapping presentation
• Round‑table discussion/report from stakeholders
• Confirm next quarterly meeting date: August 19, 2026

The commission approved the February 18, 2026 meeting minutes. It also approved lowering the speed limit from 55 mph to 45 mph on Musky Tail Road and County Trunk Highway S, with signs to be replaced after Public Works approval.

• Approved February 18, 2026 minutes (motion carried)
• Approved 45‑mph speed reduction on Musky Tail Rd and CTH S (motion approved)

General

The committee discussed awaiting a June/July inspection of the WOJB tower and the possibility of a grant of about $250,000 for a new tower. They also noted that LCO will mark trees for removal along Whitefish Lake Road. No motions were approved, denied, or tabled.

Zoning Committee

The Sawyer County Zoning Committee will hold public hearings on two rezoning applications—one in the Town of Hunter to change a 3.5‑acre parcel from Residential/Recreational One (RR‑1) to Commercial One (C‑1) for storage units, and another in the Town of Bass Lake to change .44 acres from Agricultural One (A‑1) to Residential/Recreational One (RR‑1). It will also hear conditional use permits for a bar/cocktail lounge in Hayward and accessory structures on several Hayward and Couderay properties. Additionally, the committee will discuss a proposed ordinance to extend a six‑month moratorium on permits for solar energy and battery storage systems.

• Rezoning RZN #26-002 (Hunter) – 3.5 acres from RR‑1 to C‑1 for storage units
• Rezoning RZN #26-009 (Bass Lake) – .44 acres from A‑1 to RR‑1
• Conditional Use CUP #26-010 (Hayward) – bar/cocktail lounge in existing building
• Conditional Use CUP #26-012 (Hayward) – 14’ × 24’ accessory building divided by Buckley Drive
• Proposed ordinance to extend a six‑month moratorium on solar and battery storage permits

Finance Committee

The Sawyer County Finance Committee will consider approval of minutes from the previous meeting and hear the Treasurer's Report. It will receive the Finance Department's monthly sales tax, budget performance, and CIP purchases reports, as well as budget performance reports from the Circuit Court, Criminal Justice, Family Court, and District Attorney. The committee will review the March investment report, discuss the 2027 budget timeline and parameters, and consider a resolution concerning the Meadowbrook Radio Tower.

• Approval of Finance Draft Minutes from 4.9.2026
• Treasurer's Report
• Finance Department reports: monthly sales tax, budget performance, CIP purchases
• 2027 budget timeline and Sawyer County budget parameters
• Resolution 2026-____Meadowbrook Radio Tower (discussion and possible action)

The committee elected John Righeimer as Chair and Stacey Hessel as Vice Chair, both unanimously. The minutes from the April 9 meeting were approved without negative vote. A resolution to fund the Meadowbrook Public Safety Radio Tower Upgrade Project at $250,000 was approved without negative vote, pending zoning approval. No other substantive actions were taken.

• John Righeimer elected Chair (unanimous)
• Stacey Hessel elected Vice Chair (unanimous)
• April 9 minutes approved (no negative vote)
• Resolution 2026‑____ Meadowbrook Radio Tower Upgrade approved $250,000 (no negative vote)

Administration Committee

The Administration Committee will review and possibly act on two resolutions: one to adopt a Supervisors Policy and Procedure Manual and another requesting greater local control for Wisconsin counties. Reports from the County Clerk, Veterans Service Office, IT, and Human Resources will be presented. Public comments are limited to three minutes per speaker.

• Discussion and possible action on Resolution 2026‑____ to adopt Supervisors Policy and Procedure Manual
• Discussion and possible action on Resolution 2026‑____ requesting greater local control for Wisconsin counties
• County Clerk Department report
• Veterans Service Office report and tribute update
• Information Technology and Human Resources reports

The Administration Committee approved the previous meeting minutes and a resolution requesting greater local control for Wisconsin counties. It also approved new ATV/UTV routes recommended by Public Works. The committee tabled both the personnel policy manual updates and the Supervisors Policy and Procedures Manual until June.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (carried without negative vote)
• Approved Resolution 2026-____Requesting Greater Local Control for Wisconsin Counties (carried without negative vote)
• Approved proposed new ATV/UTV routes at Public Works (approved, will go to County Board)
• Tabled personnel policy manual updates until June (carried without negative vote)
• Tabled Supervisors Policy and Procedures Manual until June (carried without negative vote)

Land, Water & Forest Resources Committee

The Sawyer County Land, Water & Forest Resources Committee meeting will consider several items, including approval of the 2026 spring timber sale bids and a low‑use access permit for Section 6 T42N‑R7W. The committee will also review the Fandry bid for Parcel #36265 and second‑round bids for tax‑deeded land sales. Additional agenda items cover event applications and reports from the Register of Deeds, County Surveyor, and forestry agencies.

• 2026 Spring Timber Sale Bid Approval (discussion and possible action)
• Low Use Access Permit Approval for Todd Goold, NENE, Section 6 T42N‑R7W (tax ID 45450)
• Consider/Approve Fandry bid for Parcel #36265
• Consider/Approve Second Round Bids for Tax Deeded Land Sales
• Events Applications (discussion and possible action)

The committee unanimously elected Steve Kariainen as Chair and Randy Neumann as Vice Chair. It approved the 2026 Sawyer County Forest timber sale bids and granted a Low Use Access Permit to Todd Goold. The board also accepted a $500 bid for parcel #36265 and approved lower minimum bids for four additional tax‑deeded parcels. The minutes from the April 8, 2026 meeting were approved.

• Steve Kariainen elected Chair (unanimous)
• Randy Neumann elected Vice Chair (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from April 8, 2026 meeting (unanimous)
• Accepted 2026 SCF Timber Sale Bids (unanimous)
• Granted Low Use Access Permit to Todd Goold (unanimous)
• Accepted $500 Fandry bid for parcel #36265 (unanimous)
• Accepted lower minimum bids for parcels 43192, 27571, 27581, 37131 (unanimous)

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee will meet to elect its leadership and discuss changing the meeting schedule. The body will also consider the annual approval of existing ATV/UTV routes and the approval of new routes.

• Election of Committee Chair and Vice Chair
• Discussion and possible action on changing meeting day and time
• Annual approval of existing Sawyer County ATV/UTV routes
• Approval of new ATV/UTV routes approved by Tribal Members and Ad-hoc Committee
• Highway Commissioner's Equipment Management Plan report

The committee unanimously approved the 2026‑2027 county ATV/UTV routes and added new routes within the Lac Courte Oreilles Tribal boundary, limited to 10 pm‑6 am from May 1 to October 31. The meeting also changed the committee’s regular meeting time to 5:00 pm and elected a chair and vice‑chair.

• Elected Ron Kinsley as Chair (unanimous)
• Elected Marc Helwig as Vice Chair (unanimous)
• Changed Public Works Committee meeting time to 5:00 pm (unanimous)
• Approved 2026‑2027 ATV/UTV routes (unanimous)
• Approved new ATV/UTV routes with 10 pm‑6 am restriction, May‑Oct operation (unanimous)

Criminal Justice Coordinating Council

The Criminal Justice Coordinating Council will meet to elect a chair and vice chair and review reports from the jail and health services. The body will also discuss and possibly take action on funding applications for 2027.

• Election of Chair & Vice Chair of CJCC
• 2027 TAD Pre-Application Approval: $150,000 for Diversion
• 2027 TAD Pre-Application Approval: $150,000 for Treatment Court
• Review of CJCC Bylaws
• Adult Protective Services Statistics 2025

The committee unanimously elected Julia Lyons as Chair and Judge Elaine Smith as Vice Chair. The minutes from the April 8 meeting were approved with one member abstaining. The 2027 pre‑application form requesting $100,000 for Diversion and $150,000 for Treatment Court was approved. It was also agreed that Judicial Assistants may be designated to serve as designees and count toward quorum.

• Julia Lyons elected Chair (unanimous)
• Judge Elaine Smith elected Vice Chair (unanimous)
• April 8 minutes approved with one abstention
• Pre‑application form for $100K Diversion and $150K Treatment Court approved
• Judicial Assistants authorized to serve as designees for quorum

Health & Human Services Board

The Sawyer County Health & Human Services Board will convene to review committee reports, approve previous meeting minutes, and discuss future meeting dates. The session includes reports on aging, behavioral health, child services, and public health.

• Approval of April 6, 2026 meeting minutes
• HHS Committee meeting date and time discussion
• Behavioral Health and Public Health reports
• Child, Youth & Family Services updates
• Budget Performance Report review

The committee elected Kay Wilson as Chair and Chuck Van Etten as Vice Chair, both unanimously. The board approved the April 6, 2026 minutes without opposition. A motion to move the HHS meeting to the second Thursday before the County Board at 5:00 p.m. was also carried without negative vote.

• Kay Wilson elected Chair of HHS Committee (unanimous)
• Chuck Van Etten elected Vice Chair of HHS Committee (unanimous)
• April 6, 2026 minutes approved (motion carried without negative vote)
• HHS meeting day and time changed to second Thursday before County Board at 5:00 p.m. (motion carried without negative vote)

Economic Development & UW-Extension Committee

The Sawyer County Economic Development & UW-Extension Committee will meet to approve previous minutes, hear reports from the Hayward Lakes Visitors & Convention Bureau, and discuss updates on library services, trails, and economic development.

• Approval of previous meeting minutes
• Library updates (Weiss, Winter, LCO)
• UW-Extension and 4H reports
• Hayward Lakes Visitors & Convention Bureau report
• Trail reports (motorized and non-motorized)

The committee approved the minutes from the April 6, 2026 meeting. John Righeimer was unanimously elected Chair, and Stacey Hessel was unanimously elected Vice Chair of the Economic Development/UWEX Committee. No other actions were taken.

• Approved April 6, 2026 minutes (motion carried without negative vote)
• Elected John Righeimer as Chair (unanimous)
• Elected Stacey Hessel as Vice Chair (unanimous)

Public Safety Committee

The committee elected Ron Buckholtz as Chair and Marc Helwig as Vice Chair, each unanimously. The minutes from the April 2 meeting were approved without opposition. A resolution to fund the Meadowbrook Public Safety Radio Tower Upgrade Project at $250,000, pending zoning approval, was approved without negative vote.

• Elected Ron Buckholtz Chair (unanimous)
• Elected Marc Helwig Vice Chair (unanimous)
• Approved April 2 minutes (no negative vote)
• Approved Resolution for $250,000 tower upgrade, contingent on zoning (no negative vote)

General

This document is a public notice regarding the potential for a quorum of Supervisors to be present at the Governor's Fishing Opener Banquet. The notice states that no Sawyer County business will be conducted.

General

The Sawyer County Board of Supervisors will meet to discuss and potentially act on a self-organized county ordinance. The board will also consider committee appointments and hear a presentation on county government from Attorney Steve Sorenson.

• Discussion and possible action on the Sawyer County Self-Organized County Ordinance
• Discussion and possible action on proposed committee assignments
• County government presentation by Atty. Steve Sorenson

The board approved the committee appointments after a motion and second, with no negative votes. The Board Policy ordinance will be reviewed by the Administration Committee and presented to the full board at the May 21 meeting.

• Approved committee appointments (motion carried without negative vote)

General

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will elect a County Board Chair and Vice Chair and consider several committee reports. The meeting includes a proposal for a special meeting on April 30, 2026, for committee appointments and member orientation.

• Election of County Board Chair and Vice Chair
• Rezoning request (RZN #26-006) for 3.49 acres from A-1 to RR-1 for James Sokup and Sydney Ringheim
• Resolution to remove certain County Quit Claim Deed Guarantee from Ramy Seed Company properties
• Resolution regarding Minocqua Grading, LLC claim
• Resolution to designate and transfer General Fund Balance

The Sawyer County Board elected Ron Kinsley as Chair and Ron Buckholtz as Vice Chair. It approved a zoning map amendment for 3.49 acres in Bass Lake and a utility easement at the airport. Several resolutions—including quit‑claim deed removal, a Minocqua Grading claim, and outdoor trail aid—were adopted, and the LEPC appointments were confirmed.

• Elected Ron Kinsley as Board Chair (unanimous)
• Elected Ron Buckholtz as Board Vice Chair (majority vote)
• Approved Zone District Map Amendment RZN #26-006 rezoning 3.49 acres (unanimous)
• Approved utility easement at the Airport (unanimous)
• Approved resolution removing county quit‑claim deed guarantee for Ramy Seed Co. (unanimous)
• Approved resolution confirming Minocqua Grading, LLC claim (unanimous)
• Approved resolution for Outdoor Recreational Trail Aids (unanimous)
• Approved appointments to the Local Emergency Planning Committee (unanimous)

Zoning Committee

The Sawyer County Zoning Committee will hold a public hearing to consider rezoning property in the Town of Couderay, a conditional use permit for a bar in Hayward, and a proposed solar energy system ordinance. The committee will also review subdivision plats and discuss a request for proposal for a zoning ordinance rewrite.

• Public hearing for rezoning 5.28 acres in Town of Couderay
• Public hearing for bar/cocktail lounge permit in Town of Hayward
• Withdrawn conditional use application in Town of Ojibwa
• Public hearing for proposed solar energy system ordinance
• Discussion on request for proposal for zoning ordinance rewrite

General

The County Local Emergency Planning Committee will review the final draft and maintenance procedure of the Hazard Mitigation Plan. The body will also discuss an open house and the updated Countywide Strategic Plan '25-'26.

• Review of Final Draft Hazard Mitigation Plan
• Review of Plan Maintenance Procedure
• Discussion of Hazard Mitigation Plan Open House
• Review of Updated Countywide Strategic Plan '25-'26
• Birkie discussion

General

The Sawyer County Public Works Ad-hoc Committee will meet to discuss and potentially take action on two specific items. The meeting focuses on infrastructure and utility-related discussions.

• ATV/UTV routes (discussion and possible action)
• WOJB tower (discussion and possible action)

The Sawyer County Public Works Ad‑Hoc Committee accepted the trail route that had been approved at the tribal meeting. The county will cover costs and liability for the trail, which will operate May‑October, 6:00 am‑10:00 pm. The committee also noted the upcoming discussion on using the WOJB tower for emergency radio or public safety.

• Approved tribal‑approved trail route; county assumes cost and liability

Administration Committee

The Administration Committee will hear reports from the County Clerk, Veterans Service Office, Information Technology, and Human Resources. It will discuss recommended appointments to the Local Emergency Planning Committee. The committee will consider a possible moratorium on solar‑related zoning ordinances. Public comments will be taken and the minutes from the previous meeting will be considered for approval.

• Appointment recommendations to the Local Emergency Planning Committee (discussion and possible action)
• County Clerk Department report
• Veterans Service Office report
• Information Technology report
• Zoning‑Solar ordinance moratorium discussion

The Administration Committee approved the minutes from the March 12 meeting. It confirmed the recommended appointments to the Local Emergency Planning Committee. The committee also authorized obtaining bids for two veteran tribute design options. All three motions carried without any negative votes.

• Approved March 12 meeting minutes (no negative vote)
• Approved recommended LEPC appointments (no negative vote)
• Authorized bids for Ms. Hessel’s and Mr. Markgren’s veteran tribute designs (no negative vote)

Finance Committee

The Sawyer County Finance Committee will review the Treasurer's Report, Finance Department Report, department budget performance reports, and an investment update. A resolution (2026-____) to designate and transfer General Fund Balance will be discussed and may be acted upon.

• Resolution 2026-____ to designate and transfer General Fund Balance (discussion and possible action)
• Treasurer's Report
• Finance Department Report – monthly sales tax, budget performance, CIP purchases, year‑end transfers
• Department Budget Performance Reports – Ambulance and Highway
• Investments Review – February Investment Report

The committee approved the minutes from the March 12 meeting. It also approved Resolution 2026‑___ to designate and transfer General Fund balances to various special revenue funds. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved March 12, 2026 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2026‑___ to transfer General Fund balances to designated accounts (unanimous)

Land, Water & Forest Resources Committee

The Sawyer County Land, Water & Forest Resources Committee will meet to discuss outdoor recreational trail aids and a claim from Minocqua Grading, LLC. The meeting will include reports from the Register of Deeds, Forestry, and Conservation departments, and will conclude with a closed session to discuss legal strategy regarding the claim.

• Consideration of outdoor recreational trail aids (Resolution 2026-____)
• Discussion and possible action on Minocqua Grading, LLC claim
• Closed session to confer with legal counsel regarding the claim
• Register of Deeds Report
• County Forestry Report

The Land, Water & Forest Resources Committee approved the annual Outdoor Recreational Trail Aids grant resolution without opposition. A closed‑session meeting was held to discuss legal strategy for a claim by Minocqua Grading, LLC, and the committee voted to forward the related recommendation to the County Board. The Tricky Trout Triathlon application and the previous meeting minutes were also approved without negative votes.

• Approved Resolution 2026‑____Outdoor Recreational Trail Aids (unanimous)
• Approved Tricky Trout Triathlon application for July 27, 2026 (unanimous)
• Approved prior meeting minutes from March 11, 2026 (unanimous)
• Entered closed session to discuss Minocqua Grading, LLC claim (unanimous)
• Recommended forwarding closed‑session recommendation to County Board (unanimous)

Criminal Justice Coordinating Council

The council will meet to receive reports from the jail, Justice Point, and Health and Human Services. The body will also consider the approval of meeting minutes from February 11 and March 11, 2026.

• Approval of February 11, 2026 minutes
• Approval of March 11, 2026 minutes
• Jail Report
• Justice Point Report
• Health and Human Services reports on Public Health, Youth Justice, Behavioral Health, and Community Support & Mobile Crisis

The Criminal Justice Coordinating Council voted to approve the minutes from the February 11, 2026 meeting and the March 11, 2026 meeting. Both motions were carried without any negative votes. No other substantive actions or votes were recorded at this meeting.

• Approved February 11, 2026 minutes (motion carried without negative vote)
• Approved March 11, 2026 minutes (motion carried without negative vote)

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee will review reports from the Maintenance and Highway Departments, including an airport management update and asphalt bid discussion. A major agenda item is the open discussion and possible action on proposed ATV/UTV routes across several county roads. The committee will also consider updates from the ad‑hoc committee and other reports before setting the next meeting date.

• Maintenance Department – Maintenance Report
• Sawyer County Airport – Management Report and utility easement master plan update (discussion possible action)
• Highway Department – 2026 season asphalt bids (discussion possible action)
• Ad‑hoc Committee – Open ATV/UTV routes (discussion and possible action)
• Ad‑hoc Committee – WOJB Tower (discussion and possible action)

The Public Works Committee approved the March 11, 2026 meeting minutes. It approved a utility easement agreement for Spectrum to access airport property. It approved the 2026 season asphalt bids for highway maintenance. All motions carried without negative vote.

• Approved March 11, 2026 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved utility easement agreement for Spectrum (unanimous)
• Approved 2026 season asphalt bids for highway work (unanimous)

Health & Human Services Board

The Health & Human Services Board will review reports from behavioral health, public health, and child and family services. The board will also discuss and possibly take action on a request to close for a training day on May 13, 2026.

• Request for closure on May 13, 2026 for Training Day

The Health and Human Services Board approved the minutes from the March 10, 2026 meeting. The board also approved closing the HHS office on May 13, 2026 for a staff training day Both motions carried without any negative votes. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved March 10, 2026 meeting minutes (no negative vote)
• Approved closure of HHS for staff training day on May 13, 2026 (no negative vote)

Economic Development & UW-Extension Committee

The Sawyer County Economic Development & UW‑Extension Committee will meet virtually to hear public comments, approve the minutes from the previous meeting, and receive a series of reports. Reports include updates from the county libraries, UW‑Extension, Hayward Lakes Visitors & Convention Bureau, Northwest Regional Planning Commission, and the SC/LCO Economic Development Corporation (which will discuss a Thrive Grant Application). The agenda also covers motorized and non‑motorized trail reports, board‑appointed committee updates, and future agenda items.

• Approval of minutes from the previous meeting
• Thrive Grant Application discussed in the Economic Development Corp report
• Library reports (Weiss, Winter, LCO)
• UW‑Extension report
• Motorized and non‑motorized trail reports

The committee approved the minutes from the March 9, 2026 meeting after a motion by Mr. Neumann and a second by Ms. Hessel, which carried without negative vote. The session featured reports from local libraries, the Hayward Lakes Visitors & Convention Bureau, and trail updates, but no additional actions were voted on. The next meeting is set for May 11, 2026.

• Approved March 9, 2026 meeting minutes (motion carried without negative vote)

Public Safety Committee

The committee will meet to receive reports from various public safety departments and review draft minutes from the Criminal Justice Coordinating Council. The agenda consists primarily of procedural updates and departmental reporting.

• Review of Sheriff's Department Patrol, Jail, Communications, and Emergency Management reports
• Review of Clerk of Court/Probate Registrar report
• Review of Child Support and Code Enforcement reports
• Review of Ambulance and Medical Examiner's reports
• CJCC Draft Minutes from 3.11.26

The committee approved the minutes from the March 5, 2026 meeting. No other actions were voted on; the remainder of the meeting consisted of reports on sheriff patrol, jail, dispatch, emergency management, code enforcement, child support, emergency services, and radio tower projects. The next Public Safety Committee meeting is scheduled for May 7, 2026.

• Approved March 5, 2026 meeting minutes (carried without negative vote)

General

The County Public Works Ad‑hoc Committee will discuss possible actions regarding designated ATV/UTV routes. It will also consider matters related to the WOJB tower and Sawyer County Emergency Services. No decisions are noted as finalized in the agenda.

• ATV/UTV routes – discussion and possible action
• WOJB tower – discussion and possible action regarding emergency services

The committee reviewed two proposed road routes and a request to use the WOJB tower for emergency radio. No formal approvals or rejections were made. The proposals will be presented to the full TGB for approval at its March 31 meeting.

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Sawyer County Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on Appeal #26-001 concerning a denied variance for an 8’ x 26’ lean‑to enclosure on a residential lot in the Town of Hayward. The variance request involves rebuilding a primary structure and removing an existing 537 sq ft cabin on a 1.25‑acre parcel (Lot 1 CSM 9/381 #2042, Tax ID #12822). The Board will discuss whether to overturn the December 16 2025 denial. Preliminary matters include approval of the December 16 2025 minutes.

• Call to Order and Roll Call
• Approval of December 16 2025 meeting minutes
• No variance applications submitted
• Appeal #26-001: variance for 8’ x 26’ lean‑to enclosure on Johnson residential lot (1.25 acres) in Town of Hayward
• Any other business may be discussed

Zoning Committee

The Zoning Committee will hold public hearings on several rezone and conditional use applications. The body will also discuss a draft solar ordinance and a bid proposal for rewriting the zoning ordinance.

• Proposed rezone of 3.49 acres from Agricultural One to Residential/Recreational One in the Town of Round Lake (RZN #26-006)
• Conditional use permit for a 12’ x 24’ wood shed in the Town of Radisson (CUP #26-007)
• Conditional use permit for a 30’ x 25’ detached garage in the Town of Round Lake (CUP #26-008)
• Conditional use permit for a 40’ x 30’ accessory structure in the Town of Winter (CUP #26-009)
• Preliminary subdivision plat review for 'Fishtrap Lake Plat' involving 40.685 total acres in the Town of Winter

Board of Supervisors

The Sawyer County Board of Supervisors will review and possibly act on several committee reports and resolutions, including a transportation funding resolution, a quit‑claim deed guarantee removal, and a CPI legislative action. The meeting also includes a Johnson Timber presentation and approval of the February 19, 2026 draft minutes. Public comments are limited to three minutes per speaker.

• Resolution 2026-____ Transportation Funding (discussion and possible action)
• Resolution 2026-____ Removing Certain County Quit Claim Deed Guarantee From Ramy Seed Company Properties (discussion and possible action)
• Resolution 2026-____ CPI Legislative Action to Address County Funding Challenges (discussion and possible action)
• Johnson Timber presentation
• Public Works Committee Report

The Board approved the minutes from the February 19 meeting and a Transportation Funding resolution, both without opposition. It voted to table a resolution concerning Ramy Seed Company’s quit‑claim deed guarantee for one month. The Board also approved a CPI Legislative Action resolution that caps future levy increases at 3.5%, with one member opposing. A demolition contract was awarded and the Veterans Tribute project was confirmed to move forward.

• Approved February 19, 2026 minutes (motion carried without negative vote)
• Approved Transportation Funding resolution (motion carried without negative vote)
• Tabled Ramy Seed Company quit‑claim deed guarantee removal resolution for one month (motion carried without negative vote)
• Approved CPI Legislative Action resolution, capping levy increases at 3.5% (motion carried with one opposed)
• Awarded demolition contract after design review
• Veterans Tribute project approved to proceed

Administration Committee

The committee will discuss a resolution regarding CPI legislative action to address county funding challenges related to a tax levy freeze. Members will also consider action on demolition RFPs and design for the Veterans Tribute.

• Resolution 2026-____ CPI Legislative Action to Address County Funding Challenges
• Veterans Tribute demolition RFPs (Discussion and Possible Action)
• Veterans Tribute Committee Design Discussion
• Closed session regarding employee performance evaluation and employment terms

The committee accepted a $19,200 demolition bid from JR Excavating. It approved a resolution recommending a CPI‑linked levy cap for county funding. In a closed session, members voted to separate the Finance Department from Administration and promote Rhandi Ehn to Finance Director.

• Accepted JR Excavating demolition bid at $19,200 (motion carried without negative vote)
• Approved CPI Legislative Action resolution for recommendation to County Board (motion carried without negative vote)
• Entered closed session to discuss Finance Department separation (Kinsley abstained, Buckholtz aye, Duffy aye, Hessel aye)
• Separated Finance Department from Administration and promoted Rhandi Ehn to Finance Director (motion carried without negative vote, Kinsley abstaining)

Finance Committee

The Sawyer County Finance Committee will meet to review financial reports, discuss a tax levy freeze, and hold a closed session regarding employee performance evaluations. The public can comment on agenda items.

• Review of monthly sales tax and budget performance reports
• Discussion and possible action on tax levy freeze
• Closed session for employee performance evaluation data
• Approval of draft Finance Minutes from February 12, 2026
• Updates on Child Support and HHS budget performance

The committee approved the minutes from the February 12, 2026 meeting. It approved a resolution to consider a CPI‑linked levy increase for the County Board. The committee entered closed session to discuss separating the Finance Department, then voted to separate the Finance Department from Administration. All motions carried without negative votes.

• Approved February 12, 2026 meeting minutes (motion carried without negative vote)
• Approved resolution CPI Legislative Action to Address County Funding Challenges for Board consideration (motion carried without negative vote)
• Approved motion to enter closed session to discuss Finance Department separation (aye votes: Hessel, Duffy, Hoehne)
• Approved motion to separate Finance Department from Administration (motion carried without negative vote)

Land, Water & Forest Resources Committee

The Land, Water & Forest Resources Committee will review reports from forestry, zoning, and land records. The body will discuss and potentially take action on event applications, foreclosed property sales, and a resolution regarding deed guarantees.

• Resolution to remove certain County Quit Claim Deed guarantees from Ramy Seed Company properties
• Discussion and possible action on event applications
• Discussion and possible action on foreclosed property sales
• Presentation by Johnson Timber
• Review of the Sawyer County Land Records Annual Report 2025

The committee approved the minutes from the February 11, 2026 meeting without any negative votes. It also approved Resolution 2026‑____ to remove the county quit‑claim guarantee restrictions on Ramy Seed Company properties, again with no negative votes.

• Approved February 11, 2026 minutes (motion carried without negative vote)
• Approved Resolution 2026‑____ removing quit‑claim guarantee (motion carried without negative vote)

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee will meet to review reports from the maintenance, airport, and highway departments. The committee will discuss and possibly take action on a resolution regarding transportation funding.

• Resolution 2026-____ Transportation Funding (Discussion and Possible Action)
• Management Report from Hayward Aviation, LLC
• Ad-hoc Committee Meeting with Tribal Members Report

The committee approved the minutes from the February 7, 2026 meeting. It also approved Resolution 2026-____Transportation Funding for recommendation to the County Board. No other actions were decided at this meeting.

• Approved February 7, 2026 meeting minutes (motion carried without negative vote)
• Approved Resolution 2026-____Transportation Funding for recommendation to County Board (motion carried without negative vote)

Criminal Justice Coordinating Council

The Sawyer County Criminal Justice Coordinating Council will review reports from its executive committee, jail, justice point, and health and human services divisions. It will consider approving the minutes from the prior meeting. Public comments and updates from community services and outside committees will also be heard.

• Consider approval of minutes from previous meeting
• CJCC Executive Committee Report
• Jail Report
• Justice Point Report
• Health and Human Services Report (Public Health Update and Youth Justice Report)

The council cancelled the February 27 Executive Committee meeting and set a new date for March 27, 2026. The minutes from the February 11, 2026 meeting were tabled until April. The agenda will include HHS reports for future CJCC meetings.

• Rescheduled Executive Committee meeting to March 27, 2026 (canceled Feb 27)
• Tabled February 11, 2026 minutes to April
• Added HHS reports to future CJCC agenda

Health & Human Services Board

The Sawyer County Health & Human Services Board will meet to review reports on behavioral health, child services, and fiscal performance, and to approve previous meeting minutes.

• Approval of previous meeting minutes
• Behavioral health and mental health reports
• Child Protective Services and Youth Justice updates
• Fiscal reports including 2025 revenue recap
• Public comment period (3 minutes per speaker)

The board voted to approve the minutes from the February 10, 2026 meeting. The motion was made by Jeff Hoehne, seconded by Tweed Shuman, and carried without any negative votes. No other substantive actions were decided at this meeting.

• Approved February 10, 2026 meeting minutes (motion carried without negative vote)

Economic Development & UW-Extension Committee

The committee will receive reports from local libraries, the UW-Extension, and regional planning and convention bureaus. The meeting includes updates on economic development projects and trail reports.

• SC/LCO Economic Development Corporation reports on Thrive Grant, Lumber Exchange, and Forestry Revitalization
• Reports from Weiss, Winter, and LCO libraries
• Hayward Lakes Visitors & Convention Bureau report
• Northwest Regional Planning Commission report
• Motorized and non-motorized trail reports

The Economic Development & UW‑Extension Committee approved the minutes from its February 9, 2026 meeting. The motion was made by Tom Duffy, seconded by Randy Neumann, and carried without any negative votes. No other actions were approved, denied, or tabled at this meeting.

• Approved February 9, 2026 meeting minutes (motion carried without negative vote)

Public Safety Committee

The Sawyer County Public Safety Committee will consider approval of the draft minutes from the February 26, 2026 meeting. Committee members will receive reports from the Clerk of Courts, Sheriff’s Department, Code Enforcement, Child Support, and Emergency Services. Additional updates will be provided by the Criminal Justice Coordinating Council and board‑appointed committees.

• Consider approval of draft Public Safety minutes from 2/5/26
• Sheriff’s Department reports: patrol, jail, communications, emergency management
• Clerk of Court/Probate Registrar report
• Code Enforcement report
• Emergency Services report (ambulance and medical examiner)

The Sawyer County Public Safety Committee met on March 5, 2026 and approved the minutes from the February 5, 2026 meeting after a motion by Chair Helwig and a second by Evans, which carried without negative vote. No other actions were decided, and the next meeting was set for April 2, 2026.

• Approved February 5, 2026 minutes (motion by Helwig, second by Evans, carried without negative vote)

Public Safety Committee

The Sawyer County Public Safety Committee will consider issues related to ATV and UTV traffic on county roads. The discussion will address any proposed regulations or actions concerning these vehicles. The meeting also includes standard procedural items such as roll call and future agenda planning.

• ATV/UTV on county roads – discussion of potential regulations

The Public Safety Committee discussed county roads and drafted two route proposals to present to the full Transportation Governance Board on March 3, 2026. No formal approvals, denials, or votes were recorded.

Zoning Committee

The Zoning Committee will consider a rezoning application (RZN #26-002) for a 3.5‑acre parcel in the Town of Hunter, seeking to change the designation from Residential/Recreational One (RR-1) to Commercial One (C-1) to allow storage units. Several conditional use applications will be heard, including permits for shipping containers and a garage on various parcels. The meeting also includes a plat review, a request to waive a filing rule, and discussion of draft ordinances on solar energy and commercial storage uses.

• RZN #26-002: Rezone 3.5 acres (Parcel #012-640-09-2103) from RR-1 to C-1 for storage units
• CUP #26-003: Permit for 2 shipping containers on 40‑acre agricultural parcel in Radisson
• CUP #26-004: Permit for a 30’ × 24’ garage on 1.17‑acre RR-1 parcel in Edgewater
• CUP #26-005 and #26-006: Permits for multiple shipping containers on large parcels in Draper
• Plat review of a certified survey map submitted by Jeremy Hill and Scott Thiermann

Board of Supervisors

The Sawyer County Board of Supervisors will discuss and vote on three zoning map amendments, including two requests to rezone farmland to agricultural use and one request to rezone railroad land to industrial use. The meeting also includes appointments to the Board of Appeals/Board of Adjustment and confirmation of a Health and Human Services board member. Additional items include an airport layout plan amendment, a resolution on elected official wages, and updates from various county committees.

• Zoning amendment RZN #26-001: rezone 5.72 acres from F-1 to A-1 (Meadowbrook) – recommendation for approval
• Zoning amendment RZN #26-004: rezone 37.47 acres from F-1 to A-1 (Meadowbrook) – recommendation for approval
• Zoning amendment RZN #26-005: rezone 8.32 acres from RR-2 to I-1 (Bass Lake) – recommendation for denial
• Appointments to Board of Appeals/Board of Adjustment: Joe Beran (full member), Virginia "Ginny" Chabek (member), James Bassett (2nd alternate)
• Confirmation of HHS Board member Pam Mueller

The Sawyer County Board approved two zoning map amendments expanding agricultural land, denied one rezoning to industrial use, and adopted the airport layout plan amendment. It also ratified the county’s Land & Water Resource Management Plan, set the 2026 Emergency Fire Wardens list, and approved resolutions on elected official wages and the strategic plan. All motions carried without negative votes.

• Approved Zone District Map amendment RZN #26-001 (no negative vote)
• Approved Zone District Map amendment RZN #26-004 (no negative vote)
• Denied Zone District Map amendment RZN #26-005 (no negative vote)
• Approved Airport Layout Plan amendment (no negative vote)
• Approved Land & Water Resource Management Plan resolution (no negative vote)
• Approved 2026 Emergency Fire Wardens list (no negative vote)
• Approved Resolution establishing elected official wages (no negative vote)
• Approved Strategic Plan as presented (no negative vote)

Highway Traffic Safety Commission

The Highway Traffic Safety Commission will discuss a proposed speed reduction on County Trunk Highway B at Musky Tale. The meeting will also review the November 2025 minutes, hear stakeholder reports, and confirm the date for the next quarterly meeting. No other decisions are listed.

• Speed reduction proposal for CTH B at Musky Tale (new business)
• Review of November 19, 2025 meeting minutes (old business)
• Roundtable stakeholder discussion (discussion item)
• Confirmation of next quarterly meeting date (administrative)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will review budget performance reports and investment updates. The committee will also discuss and potentially take action on a resolution regarding wages for elected officials.

• Resolution 2026-____ regarding Elected Officials Wages
• Review of December Investment Report
• Budget performance reports for Land Records, Surveyor, Zoning, and Forestry
• Monthly Sales Tax Report and CIP Purchases

The committee approved the minutes from the January 8, 2026 meeting. It adopted a resolution setting base wages for the Clerk of Court and County Sheriff for 2027‑2030 and forwarded the resolution to the County Board. No other actions were taken.

• Approved January 8, 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved resolution establishing elected officials' wages for 2027‑2030 and forwarded it to the County Board (unanimous)

Administration Committee

The Administration Committee will discuss the proposed Namekagon Transit garage on county land and consider possible actions. It will also review a resolution to set elected officials' wages and a resolution to join the MS-ISAC cybersecurity network. Additional reports include the County Clerk, Veterans Service Office, IT, and HR.

• Namekagon Transit garage on county property – discussion and possible action
• Resolution to review elected officials' wages – discussion and possible action
• Resolution to establish membership with MS-ISAC – discussion and possible action
• Veterans tribute park plans – discussion
• County Clerk department report

The committee approved moving the Veterans Tribute building forward, with the condition that the current fuel oil tank be removed by the owner. It also approved forwarding the Namekagon Transit garage proposal, the elected officials wage resolution, and the MS‑ISAC membership resolution to the County Board. Minutes from the January meeting were approved. No other actions were taken.

• Approved Veterans Tribute purchase and design, contingent on fuel tank removal (carried without negative vote)
• Approved forwarding Namekagon Transit garage proposal to County Board (carried without negative vote)
• Approved forwarding elected officials wage resolution to County Board (carried without negative vote)
• Approved forwarding MS‑ISAC membership resolution to County Board (carried without negative vote)
• Approved minutes from the January 8, 2026 meeting (carried without negative vote)

Criminal Justice Coordinating Council

The Criminal Justice Coordinating Council will hold public comments, approve minutes from the previous meeting, and consider an amendment to its bylaws. The agenda includes reports from the jail, Justice Point, health and human services, and community services. No decisions on contracts or funding are listed.

• Approve draft minutes from the 1/14/26 CJCC meeting
• Review and possible action on amended CJCC bylaws
• Jail report presentation
• Justice Point report presentation
• Public health and youth justice updates

The council approved the meeting minutes from January 14, 2026. It voted to reorder agenda items, moving item 14 to 9 and item 13 to 10. The committee also approved amended CJCC bylaws and will forward them to the Sawyer County Board for final approval.

• Approved January 14, 2026 meeting minutes (motion carried without negative vote)
• Reordered agenda items: moved item 14 to 9 and item 13 to 10 (motion carried without negative vote)
• Approved amended CJCC bylaws as presented (motion carried over 2/3 without negative vote; to be forwarded to County Board)

Public Works Committee

The Sawyer County Public Works Committee will review and possibly act on an Airport Layout Plan Amendment and a County Trunk Highway B driveway application. Additional reports include a management update from Hayward Aviation, LLC, a maintenance department report, and a highway commissioner’s report.

• Airport Layout Plan Amendment (discussion and possible action)
• Management Report – Hayward Aviation, LLC
• Maintenance Department report
• Highway Commissioner's report
• CTH B driveway application (discussion and possible action)

The committee approved the minutes from the January 7, 2026 meeting. It also approved a minor amendment to the Sawyer County Airport Layout Plan and forwarded it to the County Board. Additionally, the committee approved the driveway entrance that best serves the new business on County Trunk Highway B, with the condition that any disturbed walking path be repaved. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved Jan 7 minutes (motion carried without negative vote)
• Approved changes to Airport Layout Plan and forward to County Board (motion carried without negative vote)
• Approved driveway entrance for new business on CTH B (motion carried without negative vote)

Land, Water & Forest Resources Committee

The Sawyer County Land, Water & Forest Resources Committee will hold its regular meeting, approve minutes from the previous session, and hear public comments. It will receive reports from the Register of Deeds, County Surveyor, and various forestry agencies. The committee will discuss the appointment of 2026 Emergency Fire Wardens and consider wildlife damage claims. No final actions are noted beyond discussion items.

• Consider approval of minutes from the previous meeting
• Discussion and possible action on 2026 Emergency Fire Wardens appointment
• Discussion and possible action on wildlife damage claims
• Register of Deeds report
• County Surveyor report

The committee approved the 2025 wildlife damage claims totaling $31,066.33 and confirmed the 2026 Emergency Fire Wardens list. It also approved the minutes from the January 7, 2026 meeting. No applications were received and several departmental reports were presented.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (carried without negative vote)
• Approved 2026 Emergency Fire Wardens list (carried without negative vote)
• Approved 2025 wildlife damage claims totaling $31,066.33 (carried without negative vote)

Health & Human Services Board

The Health & Human Services Board will review and possibly approve a new board member to fill the vacancy left by Carol Pearson. The meeting includes public comment, approval of previous minutes, and multiple agency reports covering aging services, behavioral health, child and youth services, economic support, public health, and fiscal performance. No decisions on contracts, rezoning, or fee changes are listed.

• Consider appointment of new board member to replace Carol Pearson
• Approve minutes from the February 6, 2026 meeting
• Public comment period (3‑minute limit per speaker)
• Reports from Aging and Disability Resource Center and Adult Protective Services
• Fiscal report including budget performance and purchased services

The board moved agenda item 14c to 14b, approved the minutes from the January 6, 2026 meeting, and appointed Pam Mueller to the vacant Health and Human Services Board position. All three motions carried without any negative votes. No other decisions were made.

• Moved agenda item 14c to 14b (motion carried without negative vote)
• Approved minutes from the January 6, 2026 meeting (motion carried without negative vote)
• Appointed Pam Mueller to the vacant HHS Board seat (motion carried without negative vote)

Economic Development & UW-Extension Committee

The Economic Development & UW-Extension Committee will receive reports from the library, UW-Extension, and regional planning bodies. The committee will discuss several economic development updates, including grant statuses and a commercial EV charging station proposal.

• Talent Recruitment Grant update
• Thrive Grant update
• Commercial EV Charging Station Proposal
• Training Grants to Help Healthcare Workforce
• Proposal with a regional builder

The Economic Development & UW‑Extension Committee approved the minutes from the January 5, 2025 meeting. The motion was made by Randy Neumann, seconded by Steve Kariainen, and carried without a negative vote. No other substantive actions were taken at this meeting.

• Approved minutes from Jan 5 2025 meeting (motion by Neumann, seconded by Kariainen, carried without negative vote)

Public Safety Committee

The Sawyer County Public Safety Committee will receive reports from the Clerk of Courts, the Sheriff’s Department, Code Enforcement, Child Support, and Emergency Services. Members will also consider approval of the minutes from the previous meeting and hear public comments limited to three minutes each. No formal actions are scheduled beyond reviewing these updates.

• Approval of Draft Public Safety Minutes from 1/2/26
• Clerk of Court/Probate Registrar Report
• Sheriff’s Department reports: patrol, jail, communications, emergency management
• Code Enforcement report
• Child Support report

The committee approved the minutes from the January 2, 2026 meeting. The motion was made by Mr. Evans and seconded by Mr. Hoehne. The motion carried without any negative votes. No other actions were taken.

• Approved January 2, 2026 meeting minutes (motion carried without negative vote)

General

The County Public Works Ad-hoc Committee is meeting to discuss the use of ATVs and UTVs on county roads. The meeting will also address future agenda items.

• Discussion regarding ATV/UTV on county roads

The committee answered no to the question of opening all county roads on reservation land. Members discussed the possibility of opening some roads and identified two potential routes. The proposed routes will be taken to the full Tribal Government Board for approval on February 3, 2026. The meeting adjourned at 12:20 p.m.

• All reservation roads remain closed (answer: no)
• Two routes (Route A: Highway E to Whitefish; Route B: Green Lake Rd → Geno Rd → Larson Rd → Highway N → Highway E → Whitefish) forwarded to full TGB for approval

General

The Local Emergency Planning Committee will discuss updates to the Hazard Mitigation Plan, specifically focusing on wildfire plans and mitigation actions. The body will also review its bylaws and membership.

• Status and progress review of wildfire plans
• Review of the Mitigation Action Plan
• Identification of new mitigation actions
• Review of 2026 Bylaws
• Vote on new Vice-Chair

General

The Sawyer County Board of Supervisors will meet for a Wellness/In-Service Training Day. Board members and staff may attend educational sessions, a keynote speaker, and lunch. No County Board business will be conducted at this meeting.

• Wellness/In-Service Training Day for board members and staff at Hayward Wesleyan Church

Zoning Committee

The Sawyer County Zoning Committee will hold public hearings and take action on several rezoning requests, including changes from forestry to agricultural, residential/recreational to commercial, and commercial to residential uses. It will also hear two conditional use applications for accessory structures. Additional agenda items include a plat review, a solar and battery ordinance discussion, and draft amendments for apartment complexes and bakeries.

• RZN #26-001: Rezone 5.72‑acre parcel in Meadowbrook from Forestry One (F‑1) to Agricultural One (A‑1)
• RZN #26-002: Rezone 3.5‑acre parcel in Hunter from Residential/Recreational One (RR‑1) to Commercial One (C‑1) for storage units
• RZN #26-005: Rezone 8.32 acres of a 15.928‑acre parcel in Bass Lake from Residential/Recreational Two (RR‑2) to Industrial One (I‑1) for a storage/distribution building
• CUP #26-001: Permit for a 30’ × 40’ accessory structure (garage) on a .92‑acre residential parcel in Bass Lake
• CUP #26-002: Permit for a 10’ × 16’ accessory shed on a 5.714‑acre residential parcel in Round Lake

Board of Supervisors

The Sawyer County Board of Supervisors will consider a resolution to change the supervisory boundary for the City of Hayward, with discussion and possible action. The board will also discuss and possibly adopt changes to the 2026 Health and Human Services fee schedule. Committee reports from Zoning, Public Works, Public Safety, Land, Water, and Forest Resources, and Finance will be presented.

• Resolution 2026-____ for Supervisory Boundary Change, City of Hayward (discussion and possible action)
• Resolution 2026-____ Adopt Changes to 2026 HHS Fee Schedule (discussion and possible action)
• Zoning Committee Report and 2025 permit and enforcement summary
• Public Works Committee Report
• Public Safety Committee Report

The board approved the 2026 SCF Annual Workplan and a resolution to change the Supervisory District 4 boundary after a city annexation. It also approved a resolution updating water‑testing and permit fees, authorized the purchase of an investment CD with Frandsen Bank, and voted to keep posting meetings on YouTube. All motions carried without negative votes.

• Approved minutes from the Dec 23, 2025 meeting (no negative vote)
• Approved 2026 SCF Annual Workplan (no negative vote)
• Approved RESOLUTION 2026-1 for Supervisory District 4 boundary change (no negative vote)
• Approved resolution to amend fees for water testing, permits, inspections, and investigations (no negative vote)
• Approved purchase of an investment CD with Frandsen Bank (no negative vote)
• Approved continuation of posting meetings to YouTube (no negative vote)

Criminal Justice Coordinating Council

The council will discuss the resignation of Judge Isham and the appointment of a new chair and vice chair. Members will also review and potentially amend the CJCC bylaws regarding membership and meeting frequency. The meeting includes reports from the jail, Justice Point, and Health and Human Services.

• Resignation of Judge Isham
• Appointment of CJCC Chair and Vice Chair
• Review and amendment of CJCC Bylaws
• Jail and Justice Point reports
• Health and Human Services Public Health and Youth Justice reports

The committee approved the minutes from the October 8, 2025 meeting. They accepted Judge Monica Isham’s resignation as CJCC chair and appointed Julia Lyons as the new chair and Judge Elaine Smith as vice‑chair. Grant Gerber was removed from the committee and replaced by Dave Dixon, while Amanda Lokker was added as the State Public Defender representative. A bylaw amendment adding “or designee” language to sections A(a) and A(k) was adopted with a two‑thirds vote.

• Approved October 8, 2025 minutes (motion carried without negative vote)
• Accepted resignation of Judge Monica Isham as CJCC chair (motion carried without negative vote)
• Appointed Julia Lyons as CJCC chair (motion carried without negative vote)
• Appointed Judge Elaine Smith as CJCC vice‑chair (motion carried without negative vote)
• Removed Grant Gerber from CJCC (motion carried without negative vote)
• Appointed Dave Dixon to replace Grant Gerber on CJCC (motion carried without negative vote)
• Appointed Amanda Lokker as State Public Defender representative on CJCC (motion carried without negative vote)
• Adopted bylaw amendment adding “or designee” language to sections A(a) and A(k) (motion carried over 2/3 without negative vote)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will review treasurer and budget performance reports for several departments. The body will also review the November Investment Report and discuss a potential CD purchase.

• Discussion and possible action on a CD purchase
• Review of November Investment Report
• Budget performance reports for Admin, Ambulance, Finance, and HR
• Monthly Sales Tax Report
• CIP Purchases review

Administration Committee

The Administration Committee will review and possibly adopt Resolution 2026-1, which proposes an amendment to the supervisory district boundary to include the City of Hayward annexation. The meeting also includes routine reports from the County Clerk, Veterans Service Office, Information Technology, Human Resources, and County Administrator, as well as public comments and approval of prior minutes.

• Consideration of Resolution 2026-1 to amend the supervisory district boundary for the City of Hayward annexation
• Approval of the administrative draft minutes dated December 11, 2025
• County Clerk Department report
• Information Technology report on options for meeting recordings and discussion of posting recordings
• Public comments limited to three minutes per speaker

Public Works Committee

The Sawyer County Public Works Committee will hold a meeting on January 7, 2026, to review department reports and consider a driveway application. The session will be available via Zoom and in person at the County Board Room.

• Review of Maintenance Department report
• Review of Sawyer County Airport Management Report
• Review of Highway Commissioner's report
• Discussion and possible action on CTH B Driveway Application
• Public comments period

Land, Water & Forest Resources Committee

The Sawyer County Land, Water & Forest Resources Committee will review several reports and consider two items for possible action. Members will discuss the Resolution 2026-1 Supervisory District Boundary Amendment and the 2026 SCF Annual Workplan. Additional agenda items include updates from the Register of Deeds, the County Surveyor, and the County Forestry report.

• Resolution 2026-1 Supervisory District Boundary Amendment (discussion and possible action)
• Approve 2026 SCF Annual Workplan (discussion and possible action)
• Register of Deeds Report
• Real Property Lister Report
• County Surveyor Report

Health & Human Services Board

The Board will review reports from behavioral health, public health, and child and youth services. Members will discuss and potentially take action on a resolution regarding fee schedules for water testing, TRH, and DATCP.

• Resolution 2026-2 HHS Fee Schedule (DATCP, TRH and Water Testing Fees)

Economic Development & UW-Extension Committee

The committee will receive updates from the Weiss and Winter libraries, the Hayward Lakes Visitors & Convention Bureau, and the Northwest Regional Planning Commission. The SC/LCO Economic Development Corporation will provide updates on several grants and programs.

• Weiss Library and Winter Library reports
• SC/LCO Economic Development Corporation updates on Thrive, Talent Recruitment, and Uniquely WI grants
• Forestry Revitalization update
• Hayward Lakes Visitors & Convention Bureau report
• Northwest Regional Planning Commission report

Public Safety Committee

The Sawyer County Public Safety Committee will consider approval of the draft minutes from the December 4, 2025 meeting. It will hear reports from the Clerk of Courts, the Sheriff’s Department, Code Enforcement, and Emergency Services. The committee will also open a public comment period limited to three minutes per speaker.

• Approve draft Public Safety Minutes dated 12.4.2025
• Clerk of Court/Probate Registrar Report
• Sheriff's Department reports (Patrol, Jail, Communications, Emergency Management)
• Code Enforcement and Dog Pound Services Report
• Ambulance & Medical Examiner's Reports