Sawyer County, WI

General

The Sawyer County Board of Supervisors will meet to discuss the confirmation of a County Administrator candidate and a loan resolution. The meeting also includes a presentation on ethics and board rules.

• Confirmation of County Administrator candidate Jeremy Marshall
• Synthec resolution for BCPL loan
• Ethics & Board Rules presentation by Andy Phillips of Attolles Law

General

The County Multi-Dwelling Development Committee will discuss recommendations from an ad hoc committee and legal analysis of draft zoning recommendations. The body may take action to amend these recommendations and determine next steps for presenting them to the Zoning Committee.

• Presentation of MDD Ad Hoc recommendations
• Legal counsel analysis of Zoning Administrators' Version 6 draft recommendations
• Possible action to amend MDD Ad Hoc recommendations
• Discussion on presenting recommendations to the Zoning Committee
• Presentation on towns' roles in county zoning

Health & Human Services Board

The Health & Human Services Board will review departmental reports and budget performance. The board is scheduled to discuss and possibly take action on a resolution regarding a DOT grant application.

• Resolution 2026-____ authorizing Sawyer County 85.21 DOT Grant Application
• Strategic Plan presentation and discussion
• Mental Health Monthly Expense Report
• Budget Performance Report and Revenue Recap

Public Safety Committee

General

The Health & Human Services Board will hold a regular monthly meeting. Following the meeting, board members may tour the HHS facilities at 10610 Main St., Hayward.

• Tour of HHS Facilities at 10610 Main St., Hayward

Economic Development & UW-Extension Committee

Public Works Committee

Land, Water & Forest Resources Committee

Finance Committee

Administration Committee

Health & Human Services Board

Board of Supervisors

Criminal Justice Coordinating Council

General

Highway Traffic Safety Commission

Zoning Committee

Health & Human Services Board

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

Zoning Committee

Health & Human Services Board

Public Safety Committee

Health & Human Services Board

Economic Development & UW-Extension Committee

Public Works Committee

Land, Water & Forest Resources Committee

Criminal Justice Coordinating Council

Administration Committee

Finance Committee

Board of Supervisors

Health & Human Services Board

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

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

Health & Human Services Board

Economic Development & UW-Extension Committee

Land, Water & Forest Resources Committee

Public Works Committee

Finance Committee

Administration Committee

Criminal Justice Coordinating Council

Board of Supervisors

Health & Human Services Board

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

Health & Human Services Board

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

Health & Human Services Board

Economic Development & UW-Extension Committee

Land, Water & Forest Resources Committee

Public Works Committee

Finance Committee

Administration Committee

Criminal Justice Coordinating Council

Board of Supervisors

Health & Human Services Board

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

Health & Human Services Board

Public Safety Committee

Economic Development & UW-Extension Committee

Criminal Justice Coordinating Council

Public Works Committee

Land, Water & Forest Resources Committee

Finance Committee

Administration Committee

Board of Supervisors

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

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

Board of Supervisors

Criminal Justice Coordinating Council

Public Safety Committee

Economic Development & UW-Extension Committee

Health & Human Services Board

Land, Water & Forest Resources Committee

Public Works Committee

Administration Committee

Finance 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

Public Safety Committee

Economic Development & UW-Extension Committee

Health & Human Services Board

Land, Water & Forest Resources Committee

Public Works Committee

Board of Supervisors

Public Safety Committee

Economic Development & UW-Extension Committee

Land, Water & Forest Resources Committee

Public Works Committee

Board of Supervisors

Economic Development & UW-Extension Committee

Board of Supervisors

General

The Local Emergency Planning Committee will review recaps of several local festivals and receive reports on training and outreach. The body will also approve the agenda and minutes from the July 15, 2026 meeting.

• Recaps of Cops n Bobbers, National Night Out, Trout Fest, Fall Fest, Cheq 40, and Cranfest
• Reports on Peer Support and Crisis Intervention Team- Partners Training

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Sawyer County Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings to discuss and take action on five separate variance requests. These applications involve requests for larger accessory structures, reduced setbacks, and fence placement.

• VAR #26-008: Request for a 2,400 sq. ft. accessory structure in the Town of Bass Lake
• VAR #26-009: Request for a 2-story garage and addition with reduced side lot setbacks in the Town of Sand Lake
• VAR #26-010: After-the-fact variance for a 30’x32’ addition near Twin Bay Road in the Town of Hunter
• VAR #26-011: Request for a 2-story garage with reduced side lot setbacks in the Town of Edgewater
• VAR #26-012: Request for a 10’ high fence with a reduced water setback at Nelson Lake in the Town of Lenroot

General

The Sawyer County Veterans' Commission meets Monday, October 19, 2026 at 12:30 PM in the Sawyer County Board Room, with a Zoom option. The agenda covers the Soldiers' and Sailors' Relief Fund, Veterans' Service Office updates on claims, training, and department outreach, and WDVA CVSO and transportation grants. The commission will also review its 2025 annual report, discuss significant changes or subjects it wishes to address, and consider appointment of commission members. The agenda lists no specific dollar amounts, ordinances, or public hearings.

• Soldiers' and Sailors' Relief Fund on the agenda
• Veterans' Service Office updates: claims, training, department outreach
• WDVA CVSO and transportation grants
• 2025 annual report review
• Appointment of commission members

General

This document is a public notice regarding the attendance of several Board of Supervisors members at the Veterans Commission Annual Meeting. The notice states that no official county business or action by the Board will be conducted.

• Attendance at the Veterans Commission Annual Meeting

Zoning Committee

The committee will hold public hearings and take action on several land-use requests in the Towns of Round Lake, Hayward, and Lenroot. These include requests to change zoning for commercial facilities and residential lots, as well as permits for a bait shop and an accessory structure.

• RZN #26-018: Request to rezone 3.0 acres in Town of Lenroot to Commercial One (C-1) for a 13,000 sq. ft. Servpro of Hayward facility
• RZN #26-017: Request to rezone 10.67 acres in Town of Hayward from Agricultural One (A-1) to Residential/Recreational-One (RR-1)
• RZN #26-019: Request to rezone 5.4 acres in Town of Lenroot to Commercial One (C-1) for commercial and outdoor boat storage
• CUP #26-042: Request for a conditional use permit for a bait shop in the Town of Round Lake
• CUP #26-043: Request to build a 32’ x 30’ accessory structure on vacant land in the Town of Round Lake

General

The Board of Supervisors will discuss the proposed 2027 budget, including a presentation from the Administrator. The meeting includes a public hearing where residents can provide comments on the 2027 Budget.

• 2027 Budget Hearing Notice
• Proposed 2027 Courthouse Fees & Payments
• 2027 Capital Summary
• 2027 Sawyer County FTE (Full-Time Equivalent)
• 2027 Pay Structure Grids

The Board of Supervisors conducted a public hearing regarding the proposed 2027 Budget. Finance Director Rhandi Ehn presented the budget, and members of the public provided comments. No formal votes or decisions were recorded during the meeting.

Board of Supervisors

The Sawyer County Board of Supervisors will review a zoning amendment for a residential parcel and proposed changes to ATV/UTV route ordinances. The board will also discuss removing restrictions on Bass Lake parcels and updating the Board of Supervisors Policy & Procedure Manual.

• RZN #26-015: Request to rezone 1.22 acres from Forestry-One (F-1) to Residential/Recreational-One (RR-1) for Brian & Dawn Harris
• Resolution #2026-35: Addition of ATV/UTV Routes
• Resolution #2026-36: Consolidation of ATV/UTV Routes
• Resolution to remove restrictions on Bass Lake parcels
• Resolution to amend Board of Supervisors Policy & Procedure Manual- Rule 10

The Board approved two resolutions amending the county ordinance regarding ATV/UTV routes and a resolution to remove restrictions on Bass Lake parcels. A rezoning request for 1.2 acres was also approved. A resolution to amend Board Policy & Procedures was postponed.

• Approved RZN #26-015 to rezone 1.2 acres from Forestry-One to Residential/Recreational-One (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution #2026-35: Amendment to Sawyer County Ordinance- ATV/UTV Routes (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution #2026-36: Amendment to Sawyer County Ordinance- Consolidation of ATV/UTV Routes (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution to Remove Restrictions on Bass Lake Parcels (carried with one opposed)
• Postponed resolution amending Board Policy & Procedures to Nov 10
• Approved September 17, 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Board of Supervisors

The Sawyer County Board of Supervisors will meet to conduct a closed session. The primary purpose of the meeting is to interview the finalist for the County Administrator position.

• Closed session to interview the finalist for the County Administrator position

The Board of Supervisors entered a closed session to consider and potentially reinterview finalists for the County Administrator position. No other substantive decisions were recorded.

• Entered closed session to consider County Administrator finalists (11-0)

Criminal Justice Coordinating Council

The Criminal Justice Coordinating Council will meet to review reports from the jail, Justice Point, and Health and Human Services. The council may take action to designate alternates for judges.

• Designation of alternates for judges (discussion and possible action)
• Mobile Crisis & Chapter 51 presentation
• Behavioral Health, Public Health, and CPS & YJ Diversion reports
• Review of Sawyer County Assistance and Youth Resource guides

General

The Sawyer County Public Works Committee will meet to review proposed facility improvement concepts from Kueny Architects. The group will visit the Radisson and Hayward Highway Facilities. The agenda states that no official county business or action will be conducted.

• Review of Kueny Architects concepts for facility improvements

Administration Committee

The Sawyer County Administration Committee meets Thursday, October 8, 2026 at 10:00 AM in the Sawyer County Board Room. The main item is a discussion and possible action on a $25,000,000 bond issue request presented by Atty. Andy Phillips, described in the agenda as a "Synthec update." The committee will also consider a Courthouse recognition wall for the new lobby, a resolution amending Rule 10 of the Board of Supervisors Policy & Procedure Manual, and minutes from its September 10 and September 28, 2026 meetings. The rest of the agenda is routine: public comments, department reports (County Clerk, Veterans Service, IT, Human Resources), the County Administrator's update, and committee updates.

• $25,000,000 bond issue request — Atty. Andy Phillips, "Synthec update" (discussion and possible action)
• Courthouse recognition wall for the new lobby (discussion and possible action)
• Resolution 2026-____ amending Board of Supervisors Policy & Procedure Manual — Rule 10 (discussion and possible action)
• Approval of draft minutes from the 9.10.26 meeting and 9.28.26 special meeting
• Public comment period, limited to 3 minutes per person

The committee approved an amendment to Rule 10 of the Board Policy & Procedures Manual. Members also reached a general agreement to reserve the south wall of the new courthouse lobby for government recognition.

• Approved amendment to Board Policy & Procedures Manual Rule 10 (unanimous)
• Approved September 10, 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved September 28, 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Agreed to reserve new courthouse lobby south wall for County government recognition

Finance Committee

The Sawyer County Finance Committee meets Thursday, October 8, 2026 at 8:30 AM in the Sawyer County Board Room to discuss a $25,000,000 bond issue request presented by Atty. Andy Phillips of Synthec, with possible action. The committee will also hear the Administrator's 2027 budget presentation, covering proposed courthouse fees and payments, a capital summary, staffing (FTE), and pay structure grids. Routine items include the Treasurer's report, monthly sales tax and budget performance reports, an investments update, and approval of minutes from the previous meeting. Public comments are allowed, limited to 3 minutes per person, and the meeting can be attended via Zoom or by phone.

• $25,000,000 bond issue request from Atty. Andy Phillips (Synthec) — discussion and possible action
• Administrator's 2027 budget presentation, including 2027 Courthouse Fees & Payments (proposed)
• 2027 Capital Summary and 2027 Sawyer County FTE (staffing) reviewed
• 2027 Pay Structure Grids and Detail Admin 2027 Proposed Budget
• Department budget performance reports for Ambulance and Highway

The Sawyer County Finance Committee approved the minutes from its September 10, 2026 meeting without a negative vote. The committee also heard updates regarding the Synthec funding request, county finances, departments, and the proposed 2027 budget.

• Approved September 10, 2026 meeting minutes

Public Works Committee

The Sawyer County Public Works Committee meets Wednesday, October 7, 2026 at 5:00 PM in the Sawyer County Board Room, with a Zoom option. The agenda includes reports from the Maintenance Department, the airport (Hayward Aviation, LLC), and the Highway Commissioner, plus discussion and possible action on two resolutions amending county ordinances on ATV/UTV routes. The meeting also allows public comments, limited to 3 minutes per person, and sets the next meeting for November 4, 2026 at 5:00 PM.

• Resolution #2026-35: amend Sawyer County ordinance to add ATV/UTV routes (discussion and possible action)
• Resolution #2026-36: amend Sawyer County ordinance to consolidate ATV/UTV routes (discussion and possible action)
• Letter from Tribal Governing Board under Highway Department items
• Airport management report from Hayward Aviation, LLC
• Approval of draft Public Works minutes from 9.9.26

The committee approved two resolutions to amend the county ordinance regarding ATV/UTV routes. One resolution was sent for County Board consideration, and another regarding route consolidation was approved. The committee also discussed Tribal opposition to route changes.

• Approved Resolution #2026-35 (ATV/UTV Routes) for County Board consideration (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution #2026-36 (Consolidation of ATV/UTV Routes) (unanimous)
• Approved September 9, 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Land, Water & Forest Resources Committee

The Sawyer County Land, Water & Forest Resources Committee meets Wednesday, October 7, 2026 at 8:30 AM in the Sawyer County Board Room. The main action item is Resolution 2026-____, which would remove restrictions on Bass Lake parcels, listed for discussion and possible action. The rest of the agenda is largely routine: approving minutes from the September 9, 2026 meeting, receiving reports from the Register of Deeds, County Surveyor, Real Property Lister, County Forestry, Wisconsin DNR, US Forest Service, and Recreational Trails, plus public comments and committee updates. No events applications were received.

• Resolution 2026-____: Remove Restrictions on Bass Lake Parcels (discussion and possible action)
• Approval of draft LWFRC minutes from the 9.9.26 meeting
• Events applications: none received
• Reports: Register of Deeds, Real Property Lister, County Surveyor, County Forestry, Wisconsin DNR, US Forest Service, Recreational Trails
• GIS changes to acreages discussion

The Land, Water & Forest Resources Committee approved a resolution to remove restrictions on Bass Lake parcels following approval by the Town Board. The committee also discussed a proposal to create an ordinance requiring staff to notify property owners of GIS-based acreage changes.

• Approved Resolution #2026-____ to Remove Restrictions on Bass Lake Parcels (unanimous)
• Approved September 9, 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Economic Development & UW-Extension Committee

The Sawyer County Economic Development & UW-Extension Committee is scheduled to meet Monday, October 5, 2026 at 8:30 AM in the Sawyer County Board Room. The agenda consists mainly of routine business: approval of minutes from the September 8, 2026 meeting, public comments, and a series of reports from the Weiss, Winter, and LCO libraries, UW-Extension, the Hayward Lakes Visitors & Convention Bureau, the Northwest Regional Planning Commission, the Sawyer County Economic Development Corporation, and motorized and non-motorized trail groups. No ordinances, contracts, rezoning, or fee changes appear on the posted agenda. The next meeting is set for November 2, 2026 at 8:30 AM.

• Approval of draft minutes from the September 8, 2026 meeting
• Library updates from Weiss Library, Winter Library, and LCO Library
• UW-Extension report
• Hayward Lakes Visitors & Convention Bureau (HLVCB) report
• Reports from NWRPC, the Sawyer County EDC, and motorized/non-motorized trail groups

General

Administration Committee Special Meeting

The Sawyer County Administration Committee meets Friday, October 2, 2026 at 10:00 AM in the Sawyer County Board Room. The main item is a closed session under Wis. Stat. § 19.85(1)(c) to consider and possibly reinterview finalists for the County Administrator position. After reconvening in open session, the committee will discuss and possibly act on nominating a County Administrator candidate finalist for confirmation by the County Board. The rest of the agenda is procedural (call to order, roll call, pledge, open meetings certification, adjournment).

• Closed session under Wis. Stat. § 19.85(1)(c) to consider and possibly reinterview County Administrator finalists
• Open-session discussion and possible action to nominate a County Administrator candidate finalist for County Board confirmation
• Meeting held in the Sawyer County Board Room and available via Zoom (Webinar ID: 925 4613 0740)
• No contracts, rezonings, ordinances, or fee changes appear on this agenda

The committee met to consider finalists for the County Administrator position. They voted to recommend hiring Jeremy Marshall on a three-year contract, pending confirmation by the County Board.

• Recommended hiring Jeremy Marshall with a three-year contract for County Board confirmation (unanimous)

Health & Human Services Board

Health & Human Services Board

The Sawyer County Health & Human Services Board is scheduled to meet Thursday, October 1, 2026 at 5:00 PM in the Sawyer County Board Room, with a Zoom option. The agenda is largely a schedule of reports and presentations from its units — Aging and Disability Resource Center, Behavioral Health, Child/Youth & Family Services, Economic Support, and Public Health — plus fiscal reports on budget performance and purchased services and revenue. The only listed action item is consideration of approval of minutes from the September 3, 2026 meeting; the agenda also includes public comments, external entity reports, and future agenda items. No specific contracts, dollar amounts, ordinances, or fee changes appear in the agenda text.

• Consider approval of draft HHS minutes from the 9.3.26 meeting
• Chapter 55 presentation (ADRC) and Mobile Crisis & Chapter 51 presentation (Behavioral Health)
• CPS Services presentation and CPS/YJ Diversion Report under Child, Youth & Family Services
• Fiscal items: Budget Performance Report Roll-Up, Budget Performance by Unit, Purchased Services & Revenue Recap
• WI Energy Assistance Program listed under Economic Support; next meeting set for October 29, 2026 at 5:00 PM

The board approved the minutes from the September 3, 2026, meeting. The remainder of the session consisted of departmental reports, presentations on mental health and protective services, and updates on public health initiatives.

• Approved September 3, 2026, meeting minutes (unanimous)

Public Safety Committee

The Sawyer County Public Safety Committee is scheduled to meet Thursday, October 1, 2026 at 9:00 AM in the Sawyer County Board Room. The agenda is largely a standing list of reports and updates, including a radio tower update and reports from the Clerk of Courts, Sheriff's Department, Code Enforcement, Child Support, and Emergency Services. The only approval item listed is the minutes from the September 3, 2026 meeting. No ordinances, contracts, fee changes, or public hearings appear on this agenda.

• Consider approval of draft Public Safety minutes from 9.3.26
• Radio tower update
• Clerk of Court/Probate Registrar report
• Sheriff's Department reports: patrol, jail, communications, emergency management
• Code Enforcement, Child Support, and Ambulance reports; next meeting October 29, 2026 at 9:00 AM

The committee approved the minutes from the September 3, 2026 meeting. The remainder of the meeting consisted of departmental reports and project updates with no further formal actions taken.

• Approved September 3, 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Administration Committee Special Meeting

The Sawyer County Administration Committee is meeting on September 28, 2026, to conduct a closed session. The purpose of this session is to interview finalists for the County Administrator position.

• Closed session to interview finalists for the County Administrator position

The committee entered a closed session to interview finalists for the County Administrator position. No other substantive decisions were recorded.

• Approved motion to enter closed session for County Administrator interviews (4-0)

General

The Sawyer County Multi-Dwelling Development Committee is meeting to discuss and possibly act on Version 6 of the draft zoning recommendations, including a presentation from legal counsel and an overview of towns' roles in county zoning. The committee may amend the ad hoc recommendations and decide on next steps for presenting them to the Zoning Committee. Public comments are limited to 3 minutes per person.

• Review of Red Line Version 6 of the multi-dwelling development draft
• Presentation of MDD ad hoc recommendations by the ad hoc committee
• Legal counsel's analysis of Version 6 draft recommendations by Rebecca Roeker
• Discussion and possible action to amend MDD ad hoc recommendations
• Discussion and possible action on next steps and presentation to Zoning Committee

Zoning Committee

The Sawyer County Zoning Committee will hold public hearings and take action on one rezoning application and several conditional use permits (CUPs) for non-metallic mineral extraction operations, including renewals and new applications for existing pits. The committee will also discuss updates from the MDD Ad-Hoc Committee and other new business.

• Rezone 1.22 acres in Town of Round Lake from Forestry One (F-1) to RR-1 (RZN #26-015)
• CUP #26-034 for Hirschfeld Pit: 75.085 acres, rock crusher, nonconforming use
• CUP #26-035 for Butterfield Pit: 20.33 acres, screening, nonconforming use
• Renewal of CUP #21-027 for Winter C Pit: 40.62 acres, crusher and asphalt plant
• Renewal of CUP #21-026 for Hayward Ready Mix Pit: 201.93 acres, rock crusher and asphalt plant

Board of Supervisors

The Sawyer County Board of Supervisors will consider accepting a resignation and appointing a new District 15 supervisor, plus vote on a rezoning request. The board will also hear presentations on a sustainable fuel facility and the 2027 preliminary budget, along with reports from several committees.

• Accept Supervisor Minto's resignation and appoint Ida Kinsley to District 15 and committees
• Rezone 114.5 acres from RR-1 to A-1 for personal farming and livestock (RZN #26-014)
• Discussion of Economic Development Project: Sustainable Fuel Facility
• 2027 Preliminary Budget Presentation
• Public comments limited to 3 minutes per person

The Sawyer County Board accepted the resignation of District 15 Supervisor John Minto and confirmed the appointment of Ida Kinsley to fill the remaining term. The board also approved a zone district map amendment for 114.5 acres from RR-1 to A-1. No other substantive decisions were made; remaining items were informational reports and presentations.

• Accepted resignation of District 15 Supervisor John Minto (unanimous)
• Confirmed appointment of Ida Kinsley to District 15 Supervisor (unanimous)
• Confirmed Ida Kinsley to HHS and Economic Development & UW Extension Committees (unanimous)
• Approved RZN #26-014 rezoning 114.5 acres from RR-1 to A-1 (unanimous)

General

The LWFRC Committee will participate in a full-day tour of seven conservation-related county sites. The tour includes visits to properties in Stone Lake, Lake Chetac, Exeland, Winter, and Loretta.

• Site visits to properties in Stone Lake and Lake Chetac
• Visit to a farm in Exeland
• Lunch at Swan Creek Park in Exeland
• Visit to Upper Brunet Dam in Loretta
• Visit to Fishtrap Dam in Winter

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Sawyer County Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings on two variance applications. The first seeks to relocate a deck closer to Windigo Lake in Bass Lake, and the second requests a reduced setback for a new garage in Draper. The board will also approve minutes from the previous meeting and discuss any other business.

• VAR #26-006: Deck relocation at Windigo Lake, 14 ft from OHWM, variance to reduce 75-ft setback
• VAR #26-007: 24x24 ft garage in Draper, 19-ft setback from private driveway easement (required 30 ft)
• Approval of minutes from August 18, 2026

Zoning Board of Appeals

Finance Committee

The Sawyer County Finance Committee will meet to review financial reports and discuss the 2027 preliminary budget presentation. The agenda includes a request from Namekagon Transit, a treasurer's report, and a possible action on a certificate of deposit purchase. Public comments are limited to 3 minutes per person.

• Namekagon Transit budget request
• 2027 Preliminary Budget Presentation
• CD Purchase (Discussion and Possible Action)
• Monthly Sales Tax Report
• HHS and Veterans Service Office budget performance reports

The committee approved the purchase of a 12-month certificate of deposit. Members reviewed the preliminary 2027 Budget, which is scheduled for presentation to the full County Board on September 17.

• Approved purchase of 12-month CD from Frandsen Bank at 3.98% interest (unanimous)
• Approved September 10, 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Administration Committee

The Sawyer County Administration Committee will consider accepting Supervisor Minto's resignation and appointing Ida Kinsley to fill the District 15 seat, including committee assignments. The meeting also includes routine reports from the County Clerk, Veterans Service Office, IT, Human Resources, and an update on the County Administrator recruitment. Public comments are limited to 3 minutes per person.

• Accept Supervisor Minto resignation letter
• Appoint Ida Kinsley as District 15 Supervisor
• Appoint Kinsley to HHS and Economic Development/UW Extension Committees
• County Administrator recruitment update
• Veterans Tribute update

The committee accepted the resignation of Supervisor John Minto and appointed Ida Kinsley to the vacant District 15 seat. Kinsley was also appointed to the HHS and Economic Development/UW Extension committees.

• Approved minutes from August 13, 2026
• Accepted resignation of District 15 Supervisor John Minto
• Appointed Ida Kinsley to District 15 Supervisor position
• Appointed Ida Kinsley to HHS and Economic Development/UW Extension committees

Land, Water & Forest Resources Committee

The Land, Water & Forest Resources Committee will convene on September 9, 2026 at 8:30 AM in the Sawyer County Board Room and virtually via Zoom. The agenda consists entirely of procedural items and routine reports; no ordinances, contracts, or public hearings are scheduled.

The Sawyer County Land, Water & Forest Resources Committee approved the 2027 Budget/Financial Plan, set the 2026 wildlife damage claims deadline, established crop prices for corn and soybeans, and approved the 2027 Deer Donation Program Agreement. The committee also received departmental updates regarding forestry, land records, register of deeds, and recreational trails.

• Approved August 12, 2026 minutes without negative vote
• Approved 2027 Budget/Financial Plan without negative vote
• Set deadline for 2026 claims as December 20, 2026 without negative vote
• Set crop price for corn at $3.92/BU and soybeans at $10.96/BU without negative vote
• Approved 2027 Deer Donation Program Agreement without negative vote