Winnebago County public meetings in 2025

Human Services Board

The Winnebago County Human Services Board will review a departmental realignment that would transfer the CONNECT program from Human Services to the District Attorney's Office. The board will also discuss topics for its 2026 presentations and hear reports on recruitment, financial status, and inpatient placement statistics. Action may be taken on any of these items.

• Departmental Realignment of CONNECT Program to the District Attorney's Office
• 2026 Board Presentation Topics
• Report on Recruitment & Retention by Deputy Director Renee Soroko
• Financial Report by Janet Rohloff
• Inpatient & Institutional Placement Statistics

Park View Health Center Committee

The committee will meet to review the Director's Report, including financial, census, and staffing updates. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from the October 16, 2025, meeting.

• Director's Financial Report
• Census Report
• Staffing Update

UW Education, Extension & Agriculture Committee

The Winnebago County UW Education, Extension & Agriculture Committee will meet on Dec. 17, 2025 to review reports, hear public comments, approve the Nov. 19 minutes, and discuss two business items: updates on the University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh Fox Cities campus closure and updates on the Winnebago County scholarship program.

• Approval of November 19, 2025 meeting minutes
• Report on Winnebago County Fair Association (Mike Domke)
• Extension program updates including Youth & Science and Health & Well-Being reports
• Discussion of UWO Fox Cities campus closure updates
• Discussion of Winnebago County scholarship updates

Solid Waste Management Board

The Winnebago County Solid Waste Management Board will discuss the status of the Landfill Gas Equipment Replacement Project. This item includes a scheduled closed session to confer with legal counsel regarding litigation strategy related to the project.

• Landfill Gas Equipment Replacement Project status
• Snell Road Landfill Remediation & Redevelopment (R&R) Program update
• Update on The ABC's of Recycling Right
• Discussion of 2023 WI Act 107 regarding Alternative Method of OFR & Long-Term Care Funds

Neenah Public Library

The Neenah Public Library Board of Trustees will meet to consider bills and a policy review regarding the video surveillance system. The board will also receive updates on a branding launch and reports from city, school, and county representatives.

• Policy Review: Video Surveillance System
• Bills for consideration
• Branding launch update
• Nominating Committee action item

Board of Adjustment - PUBLIC HEARING

The Winnebago County Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on December 17, 2025. The meeting will include public comments and a business item concerning a variance request for a county park parcel at 5298 Samers Bay Rd in the Town of Omro. Action may be taken on the variance request.

• Variance request for Parcel ID 016-0298 at 5298 Samers Bay Rd, Town of Omro

Planning & Zoning Committee - PUBLIC HEARING

The Winnebago County Planning & Zoning Committee will hold a public hearing to consider zoning map amendments for three properties in Oshkosh and Fremont. The committee may take action on these items during the meeting.

• Zoning Map Amendment for parcels south of 7197 S US Hwy 45, Oshkosh
• Planned Development District designation for 4237 State Rd 21, Oshkosh
• Zoning Map Amendment for lot west of 9339 County Rd H, Fremont

County Board of Supervisors

The Winnebago County Board of Supervisors will consider a range of items, including public comments, reports, appointments, and several consent‑calendar actions. Key decisions include authorizing $3,500,000 of Spirit Funds for a revolving loan program to speed housing development and approving a $514,513.76 grant for 9‑1‑1 equipment upgrades for the Sheriff's Office. Additional items cover zoning amendments, shelter fee changes, and a code amendment elimination.

• Resolution 0204-112025: Authorize $3,500,000 of Spirit Funds for a revolving loan program to expedite housing development.
• Resolution 0212-122025: Approve a $514,513.76 Department of Military Affairs reimbursement grant for 9‑1‑1 call processing equipment upgrades.
• Ordinance 0210-122025: Proposal to increase shelter rental fees for Shelters #1 and #2 in the Community Park.
• Ordinance 0211-122025: Eliminate Chapter 5.06 of the Winnebago County General Code.
• Report 001 and Zoning Amendatory Ordinance 12/001/25: Rezone Cottontail Ventures, LLC property in the Town of Omro from A‑2 to R‑2.

County Board of Supervisors

The Winnebago County Board of Supervisors will hold a holiday party on December 15, 2025, at Cattails Supper Club, 6661 Brecklins Loop Road, Larsen, WI. The event is invitation‑only, with cocktails at 5:30 p.m. and dinner at 6:00 p.m. The notice clarifies that no official board business will be conducted and no per diems or mileage will be paid.

• Holiday party location: Cattails Supper Club, 6661 Brecklins Loop Road, Larsen, WI
• Event time: cocktails at 5:30 p.m., dinner at 6:00 p.m.
• Invitation‑only attendance
• No per diems or mileage paid
• Not a formal board meeting under Wisconsin Open Meetings Law

Planning & Zoning Committee - VIEWING

The Winnebago County Planning & Zoning Committee will meet to consider three specific land-use requests. The committee will review two zoning map amendments and one planned development district application.

• Zoning Map Amendment for Ben Kossel: Lot South and West of 7197 S US Hwy 45, Oshkosh
• Planned Development District for Randy Stafford: 4237 State Rd 21, Oshkosh
• Zoning Map Amendment for Neuschafer-Lemieux: Lot W of 9339 County Rd H, Fremont

Board of Adjustment - VIEWING

The Winnebago County Board of Adjustment will meet on Dec 11, 2025. The board will consider a variance request for Parcel ID 016-0298 located at 5298 Samers Bay Rd in the Town of Omro. Action may be taken on this business item. The meeting also includes standard procedural items.

• Variance request for Parcel ID 016-0298, 5298 Samers Bay Rd, Town of Omro

The Winnebago County Board of Adjustment met on December 11, 2025 at 8:00 a.m. in the David W. Albrecht Administration Building. The board reviewed a variance request for Winnebago County Parks, Parcel ID 016‑0298 at 5298 Samers Bay Rd, Omro. No approval, denial, or vote tally was recorded before the meeting adjourned at 8:49 a.m.

Veterans Service Commission

The Winnebago County Veterans Service Commission will hold a closed‑session meeting to review confidential applications for aid under Wisconsin Statutes 45.81(3) and 45.86. In the open portion, the commission will approve the November 13, 2025 minutes, receive general office and legislative updates, and consider approval of additional aid applications. The meeting also includes a financial report and scheduling of the next meeting.

• Closed‑session review of confidential case applications for aid under Wis. Statute 45.81(3)
• Approval of applications for aid under Wis. Statute 45.81(3)
• Review of remaining aid to needy veterans under Wis. Statute 45.86
• Approval of November 13, 2025 meeting minutes
• General office and federal, state, local legislative updates

The Veterans Service Commission accepted its meeting agenda and approved the November 13, 2025 minutes. It entered and later exited a closed session to review confidential aid applications, then approved those applications and the accompanying financial report with all ayes. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Agenda accepted (motion passed)
• November 13, 2025 minutes approved (motion passed)
• Entered closed session to review confidential aid applications (motion passed)
• Exited closed session (motion passed)
• Approved aid applications under Wis. Stat. 45.81(3) (unanimous ayes)
• Financial report accepted (unanimous ayes)
• Meeting adjourned (motion passed)

Winnebago County Drainage Board - Larsen Drainage District

The Larsen Drainage District Board will review several proposals and agreements for 2026, including a general engineering contract and UAV survey projects with the McMahon Group. It will also discuss corridor maintenance work along Mud Creek Road and between Hickory Avenue and CTR II. Additional agenda items cover the chairman’s report, a board member term renewal, and routine administrative matters.

• 2026 General Engineering Agreement with McMahon Group
• 2026 UAV Survey Proposal with McMahon Group
• 2026 UAV Data Implementation Proposal with McMahon Group
• 2026 Corridor Maintenance at bank and terrace adjacent to 7543 Mud Creek Rd, Winneconne
• Board Member Term Expiration / Renewal – Mike Pfankuch

The Drainage Board unanimously approved the 2026 General Terms & Conditions for Engineering Services, a UAV drone field survey contract not to exceed $3,000, and data implementation into the GIS database not to exceed $2,500. It also approved brush‑cutting and mowing maintenance contracts with Pete Vanden Heuvel for a total not to exceed $28,600. The Board directed notifications for a board‑member term expiration and approved reimbursement expenses for the meeting.

• Approved 2026 General Terms & Conditions for Engineering Services (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved UAV Drone field survey contract, cost not‑to‑exceed $3,000 (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved UAV data implementation contract, cost not‑to‑exceed $2,500 (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved brush‑cutting and mowing maintenance contracts totaling $28,600 (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved notification process for Board member term expiration (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved per diem and reimbursement expenses totaling $273.60 (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved minutes from the September 25, 2025 meeting (unanimous voice vote)

Winnefox Library System

The Winnefox Library System Board will approve detailed funding agreements with five counties for 2026 and decide on the 2026 meeting calendar. The board will also review financial statements and discuss the library system director's performance evaluation in closed session.

• Approval of 2026 funding agreements with five counties
• Decision on 2026 board meeting calendar
• Review of financial statements for September–October 2025
• Closed session to discuss director's performance evaluation
• Review of 2025 system plan approval by WI DPI

The Winnefox Library System Board unanimously approved the 2026 funding attachments to county agreements and the 2026 calendar of board meetings. It also approved prior meeting minutes, invoice classifications, and appointed members to an ad‑hoc nominating committee. The board entered and exited a closed session, approved the director’s performance evaluation, and adjourned the meeting.

• Approved minutes from September 24, October 10 and October 30, 2025 meetings (unanimous)
• Approved classification of invoices paid September‑October 2025 (unanimous)
• Appointed Mark Arend, Katherine Freund, Michael Will to ad‑hoc Board Officer Nominating Committee (unanimous)
• Approved 2026 Funding Attachments to County Agreements (unanimous)
• Approved 2026 Calendar of Board Meetings (unanimous)
• Entered Closed Session to discuss performance evaluation data (unanimous)
• Approved Winnefox Library System Director’s evaluation (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 5:17 p.m. (unanimous)

Board of Health

The Winnebago County Board of Health will meet to discuss updates to its 2026 strategic plan. The board will also review the year-to-date income statement and receive operational updates from public health divisions.

• Strategic Plan Review and Updates for 2026
• Review of Year to Date Income Statement
• Operational Updates from Public Health Divisions

The Winnebago County Board of Health approved the meeting minutes with a unanimous 6‑0 vote. The board then moved to adjourn, which passed unanimously with a 5‑0 vote. No other actions or resolutions were adopted at this meeting.

• Approved meeting minutes (6-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Parks Commission

The Winnebago County Parks Commission will review a draft sign rendition for the Sunnyview Exposition Center. The body will also discuss the use of boat landings during winter and the possibility of charging parking fees for special events at Community Park.

• Draft sign rendition for Sunnyview Exposition Center
• Winter use of Winnebago County Boat Landings
• Proposed parking fees for special events within Community Park
• DNR Community Park Pond Fish Survey
• Updates on Sunnyview Exposition Center West Campus Improvement Project

The Parks Commission approved the meeting agenda with a 6‑0 vote. It also approved the November 11, 2025 minutes by the same vote count. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously. No other actions were voted on.

• Adopt agenda – approved (6-0-0)
• Approve November 11, 2025 minutes – approved (6-0-0)
• Adjourn meeting – approved (6-0-0)

Advisory Committee for Children's Voluntary Services

The Winnebago County Advisory Committee for Children's Voluntary Services will meet to approve past meeting minutes, receive presentations on service programs, and discuss the committee's role for 2026. The meeting is scheduled for December 9, 2025, at 12:30 PM.

• Approval of September 9, 2025 meeting minutes
• Presentation: The Support Exchange- Networking group
• Updates on Children's COP and CLTS Services
• Updates on Birth-to-Three Services
• Discussion of 2026 Focus Areas and Committee Role

The Advisory Committee approved the September 9, 2025 meeting minutes after a motion was made and seconded. The meeting was then adjourned following a motion and second. No other formal actions were taken during this session.

• Approved September 9, 2025 meeting minutes (motion carried)
• Adjourned meeting (motion carried)

Facilities & Property Management Committee

The Winnebago County Facilities & Property Management Committee will discuss and vote on several lease renewal rates for office, garage, and hangar spaces at the Maintenance Facility. It will also consider renewing the Military Veteran's Museum lease for partial Building 3 space. A tour of the Knapp Street Maintenance Facility is scheduled as part of the meeting.

• Approve lease renewal rate of $407.19 per month for office space to NextJen Studios LLC
• Approve lease rate of $344.96 per month for garage space to NextJen Studios LLC
• Approve lease renewal rate of $1,272.74 per month for Hangar I-3 to American Air, LLC
• Approve lease renewal rate of $906.90 per month for Hangar K821 to New View Technologies, Inc.
• Approve renewal of the Military Veteran's Museum lease for partial Building 3 space

The Facilities & Property Management Committee approved the September 23 minutes and renewed several leases for office, garage, and hangar spaces at Wittman Airport, as well as the Military Veteran's Museum lease. All lease renewals were approved unanimously (5-0). The committee also moved a planned tour to the next meeting and adjourned.

• Approved September 23 minutes (5-0)
• Approved lease renewal $407.19/mo for NextJen Studios office (5-0)
• Approved lease renewal $344.96/mo for NextJen Studios garage (5-0)
• Approved lease renewal $1,272.74/mo for Hangar I-3, American Air LLC (5-0)
• Approved lease renewal $906.90/mo for Hangar K821, New View Technologies Inc (5-0)
• Approved Military Veteran's Museum lease $500/mo (5-0)
• Moved Knapp Street facility tour to next meeting (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Aging & Disability Resource Center Commission

The Winnebago County Aging & Disability Resource Center Commission will meet to approve minutes, receive updates on public benefits and legislation, and discuss the Oshkosh Senior Center.

• Approval of November 10, 2025 meeting minutes
• Oshkosh Senior Center presentation
• Public Benefits Updates
• Aging and Disability Related Updates
• Legislative Updates

The ADRC Committee approved the minutes from the November 10, 2025 meeting after a motion and second. All other agenda items were informational updates with no further actions taken.

• Approved November 10, 2025 meeting minutes (motion carried)

Planning & Zoning Committee - DELIBERATIVE

The Winnebago County Planning & Zoning Committee will consider five zoning map amendment requests for parcels in the towns of Black Wolf, Omro, Winneconne, and Wolf River. Each item proposes changes to the county's zoning map for the specified parcel. The committee may take action on any of these business items during the meeting.

• Luker Rev Tst – Parcel ID #004-0332 (P) – west of 6103 County Rd R, Oshkosh – Town of Black Wolf – Zoning Map Amendment
• Cottontail Ventures – Parcel IDs #S-016-0300 & #S-016-030101 – east of 4360 Reighmoor Rd and south of 4522 Reighmoor Rd, Omro – Town of Omro – Zoning Map Amendment
• Andrew Wirch – Parcel ID #016-0164 – west of 4781 State Rd 116, Omro – Town of Omro – Zoning Map Amendment
• Jeff Jensen – Parcel ID #030-0311 – 620 Memorial Dr, Winneconne – Town of Winneconne – Zoning Map Amendment
• Ben Claassen – Parcel ID #032-0085-05 – 8820 County Rd II, Fremont – Town of Wolf River – Zoning Map Amendment

The committee approved six zoning map amendment applications and forwarded each to the County Board. All six motions passed with a 4-0-1 vote. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved Luker Rev Tst amendment to change parcel from A-2 to R-1, forwarded to County Board (4-0-1)
• Approved Cottontail Ventures amendment to change parcels from A-2 to R-2, forwarded to County Board (4-0-1)
• Approved Wirch, Andrew amendment to change parcel from I-2 to A-2, forwarded to County Board (4-0-1)
• Approved Jensen, Jeff amendment to change parcel from I-2 to A-2, forwarded to County Board (4-0-1)
• Approved Claassen, Ben amendment to change parcel from A-2 to R-1, forwarded to County Board (4-0-1)
• Motion to adjourn meeting at 7:55 A.M. carried (4-0-1)

Planning & Zoning Committee - PLANNING

The Winnebago County Planning & Zoning Committee will meet to consider a proposed floodplain resolution. The body will also discuss a CSM situation involving Bryan and April Keepers and the Fox Cities Housing Alliance.

• Proposed Floodplain Resolution - Supervisor Miller
• Bryan and April Keepers CSM situation
• Fox Cities Housing Alliance & regulatory improvements action team

The committee approved the minutes from previous meetings. It voted to postpone action on the proposed Floodplain Resolution until the January 9, 2026 Planning meeting. No procedural changes were adopted regarding the Keepers' case, and the meeting was adjourned.

• Approved September‑December 2025 meeting minutes (4-0-1)
• Postponed action on Proposed Floodplain Resolution to Jan. 9 2026 (4-0-1)
• No changes recommended for Keepers' property transaction procedures
• Adjourned meeting at 9:32 AM (4-0-1)

Board of Adjustment - DELIBERATIVE

The Winnebago County Board of Adjustment will meet on Dec. 4, 2025. The board will approve minutes from the Aug. 26, 2025 public hearing and the Sep. 4, 2025 deliberative meeting. It will also consider a variance application from Clayton Development Group for parcel ID #006-1844 located south of 8341 St. Norbert Dr. in the Town of Clayton.

• Approval of August 26, 2025 public hearing meeting minutes
• Approval of September 4, 2025 deliberative meeting minutes
• Variance request from Clayton Development Group – Parcel ID #006-1844 – south of 8341 St. Norbert Dr., Town of Clayton

The Board approved the August 25 and September 4 meeting minutes with a 4-0-1 vote. It then denied a variance request to reduce the shore yard setback for a driveway, voting 5-0. The meeting was adjourned at 7:47 AM with a 5-0 vote.

• Approved meeting minutes (4-0-1)
• Denied variance for reduced shore yard setback (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Personnel & Finance Committee

The Winnebago County Personnel & Finance Committee will meet on December 4, 2025. It will consider authorizing a $514,513.76 reimbursement grant for the Sheriff's Office 9‑1‑1 equipment upgrades, setting auction values for three foreclosed properties, and approving changes to the unclassified positions pay schedule. Additional agenda items include an Information Technology update and a commendation for a retiring employee.

• Authorization for the Sheriff's Office to accept a $514,513.76 Department of Military Affairs reimbursement grant for 9‑1‑1 call processing and audio recording system upgrades
• Approval of auction values for foreclosed properties: 3129 Breezewood Ln, Neenah (parcel 026-0033-02); 1336 Otter Ave, Oshkosh (parcel 902-0574); 338 W 20th Ave, Oshkosh (parcel 914-0696)
• Approval of changes to the Unclassified Positions Pay Schedule
• Information Technology update covering website project, conference room A/V upgrades, phone system RFP, and State Assembly Bill 415 and Senate Bill 400
• Commendation for retiring employee Ronald Neustifter

The committee approved a $514,513.76 Department of Military Affairs reimbursement grant for the Sheriff's Office to upgrade 9‑1‑1 call processing equipment (vote 4‑0). It also approved the assessed values for three county foreclosed properties in Neenah and Oshkosh (each vote 4‑0). Additionally, the committee adopted changes to the unclassified positions pay schedule, approved a commendation for Ronald Neustifter, and set the next meeting date (all votes 4‑0).

• Adopt agenda (4‑0)
• Approve November 6, 2025 minutes (4‑0)
• Approve November 18, 2025 minutes (4‑0)
• Authorize Sheriff's Office to accept $514,513.76 grant for 9‑1‑1 upgrades (4‑0)
• Approve value for parcel 026-0033-02 at 3129 Breezewood Lane, Neenah (4‑0)
• Approve value for parcel 902-0574 at 1336 Otter Avenue, Oshkosh (4‑0)
• Approve value for parcel 914-0696 at 338 W. 20th Avenue, Oshkosh (4‑0)
• Approve changes to unclassified positions pay schedule (4‑0)

Aviation Committee

The Winnebago County Aviation Committee will meet at Wittman Regional Airport to review business items, including an update on the Control Tower Chiller Project and a proposed amendment to Chapter 21 of the General Code.

• Approval of November 5, 2025 meeting minutes
• Aviation Business Park update
• Control Tower Chiller Project update
• Amend Chapter 21 of the Winnebago County General Code
• EAA Report

The Aviation Committee approved the November 5, 2025 meeting minutes by a 4‑0 vote. After extensive discussion of a proposed 38% hangar‑rental increase, the committee voted 4‑0 to table the resolution for one month to gather more information. The meeting was then adjourned by a 4‑0 vote.

• Approved November 5, 2025 meeting minutes (4‑0)
• Tabled airport rental-rate increase resolution for one month (4‑0)
• Adjourned meeting (4‑0)

ARPA Strategy and Outcomes Commission

The Winnebago County ARPA Strategy & Outcomes Commission will consider several items, including a review of Resolution 046‑102024 and a NOVA request. It will vote on allocating $3,500,000 of Spirit Funds to a revolving loan program aimed at speeding housing development in the county. The commission will also decide how to use the remaining Spirit Fund balance for the County Building Master Plan and will approve the minutes from the August 22, 2025 meeting.

• Review Resolution 046‑102024 (Spirit Fund categories) and NOVA request
• Approve $3,500,000 of Spirit Funds for a revolving loan program to expedite housing development
• Approve remaining Spirit Fund balance for the County Building Master Plan
• Approve minutes from the August 22, 2025 meeting

The commission approved the August 22, 2025 meeting minutes after correcting a typo. It decided not to reconsider returning $500,000 to NOVA Counseling Services, leaving the County Board's decision final. The commission approved $3.5 million of Spirit Funds for a revolving loan program to speed housing development, adding several amendments to the resolution. A motion to postpone the County Building Master Plan was defeated.

• Approved amendment to line 53: funds shall be applied to affordable housing only (voice vote)
• Approved amendment to line 61: partnership wording with advisory board (voice vote)
• Approved amendment to strike "are not in a Tax Increment District" (voice vote)
• Approved $3.5M Spirit Fund revolving loan program (voice vote, abstain 1 – Cox, absent 1 – Fitzgerald)
• Approved $500,000 NOVA counseling facilities grant (voice vote)
• Approved relinquishment of unused $500,000 grant funds (voice vote)
• Approved amendment to correct typo in August 22, 2025 minutes (voice vote)
• Failed motion to postpone County Building Master Plan indefinitely (voice vote)

Land Conservation Committee

The Winnebago County Land Conservation Committee will consider several actions, including discussion of the FY2026 land and water budget amendment and approval of the 2026 meeting schedule. The key decision is whether to authorize the department director to execute water quality and Spirit Fund cost‑share agreements that exceed $5,000 for the remainder of 2025. Additional items include reviews of state phosphorus variance participation, wetland restoration projects at Breezewood Farms, and a presentation on the completed Van Dyke off‑shore breakwall.

• Authorize cost‑share agreements > $5,000 for the Water Quality Improvement Program and Spirit Fund
• Discuss approved amendment to the FY2026 Land & Water Budget
• Approve 2026 Land Conservation Committee meeting schedule
• Review participation in Statewide Phosphorus Multi‑Discharger Variance Program
• Presentation on completed Van Dyke off‑shore breakwall project

The Land Conservation Committee approved the 2026 meeting schedule and gave Director Casper authority to execute water‑quality and Spirit Fund cost‑share agreements exceeding $5,000 for the rest of 2025. The committee also granted flexibility to apply for the Statewide Phosphorus MDV program if a suitable project is found and approved two wetland‑restoration CSAs for Breezewood Farms. All actions passed unanimously.

• Approved 2026 LCC meeting schedule (7-0)
• Authorized Director Casper to execute WCWQIP & Spirit Fund cost‑share agreements >$5,000 for 2025 (7-0)
• Granted Director flexibility to apply for Statewide Phosphorus MDV program if suitable project arises (7-0)
• Approved CSA 25-10 Breezewood Farms LLC Wetland Restoration (7-0)
• Approved SFP‑BMP‑25‑22 Breezewood Farms LLC Wetland Restoration (7-0)
• Approved November 3, 2025 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Adopted amendment to Strategic Impact FY2026 Land & Water Budget wording (7-0)
• Adjourned meeting (7-0)

Judiciary & Public Safety Committee

The Winnebago County Judiciary and Public Safety Committee will review several business items, including the elimination of a code chapter, a $514,513.76 reimbursement grant for 9‑1‑1 equipment upgrades, and a budget transfer to buy a replacement squad car. The meeting also includes reports from the District Attorney and a presentation on the role of the Corporation Counsel.

• Eliminate Chapter 5.06 of the Winnebago County General Code
• Authorize acceptance of a $514,513.76 Department of Military Affairs reimbursement grant for 9‑1‑1 call processing and audio recording system upgrades
• Authorize a budget transfer to purchase a new squad car to replace a totaled fleet vehicle

The committee approved three budget actions, all by voice vote (5‑0): eliminating Chapter 5.06 of the Winnebago County General Code, accepting a $514,513.76 Department of Military Affairs reimbursement grant to upgrade 9‑1‑1 call processing and audio recording equipment, and transferring funds to purchase a new squad car to replace a totaled vehicle. The November 11, 2025 meeting minutes were also approved.

• Approved elimination of Chapter 5.06 of the Winnebago County General Code (5‑0)
• Authorized Sheriff's Office to accept $514,513.76 grant for 9‑1‑1 upgrades (5‑0)
• Authorized budget transfer to purchase new squad car (5‑0)
• Approved November 11, 2025 meeting minutes (5‑0)
• Adjourned meeting (5‑0)

Human Services Board

The Winnebago County Human Services Board will consider and approve the minutes from its October 27, 2025 meeting and accept the minutes from the October 13, 2025 Aging and Disabilities Center Commission. The board will also discuss the Economic Support (ES) Program and hear reports on recruitment and retention, the financial status, and inpatient placement statistics. The meeting will conclude with setting the next meeting date for December 22, 2025.

• Approve Minutes of the October 27, 2025 Human Services Meeting
• Accept Minutes of the October 13, 2025 Aging and Disabilities Center (ADRC) Commission
• Economic Support (ES) Program discussion
• Report on Recruitment and Retention by Deputy Director Renee Soroko
• Financial Report by Janet Rohloff

The board unanimously approved the minutes of the October 27, 2025 meeting. They also unanimously accepted the minutes of the October 13, 2025 ADRC committee meeting. The board adjourned the session and scheduled the next meeting for December 22, 2025 at 2:00 p.m. in Room 33.

• Approved October 27, 2025 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Accepted October 13, 2025 ADRC committee minutes (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (carried)
• Scheduled next meeting for Dec 22, 2025 at 2:00 p.m. (carried)

Neenah Public Library

The Neenah Public Library Board will vote on several action items, including bills for consideration, a staff recognition policy, the 2026 library closed dates, and a review of the collection development policy. Information items such as financial reports, maintenance schedules, and a budget update will be presented but not decided.

• Bills for consideration (action item)
• Staff Recognition Policy (action item)
• 2026 Library closed dates (action item)
• Policy Review: Collection Development Policy (action item)
• 2026 Budget Update (information item)

The Board approved the October 15, 2025 meeting minutes and unanimously approved payment of the monthly bills. It also unanimously approved an updated Staff Recognition policy to start Jan 1 2026, added an additional closed date of July 5 2026, and accepted the Collection Development Policy without changes. The next regular meeting is scheduled for Dec 17 2025.

• Approved October 15, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved payment of monthly bills (unanimous)
• Approved updated Staff Recognition policy effective Jan 1, 2026 (unanimous)
• Approved additional library closed date of July 5, 2026 (unanimous)
• Accepted Collection Development Policy as presented (unanimous)

Board of Adjustment - PUBLIC HEARING

The Winnebago County Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on November 19, 2025. Public comments will be heard and a business item will be considered. The business item is a variance request from Clayton Development Group for Parcel ID 006-1844 located south of 8341 St Norbert Dr in Neenah, Town of Clayton.

• Clayton Development Group – variance request for Parcel ID 006-1844, south of 8341 St Norbert Dr, Neenah (Town of Clayton)

The Winnebago County Board of Adjustment held a public hearing and discussed a variance request for Lot 49 in the Town of Clayton, but no decision on the variance was recorded. The meeting was adjourned by a unanimous motion (5‑0).

• Variance request discussion closed without decision
• Meeting adjourned (5-0)

Planning & Zoning Committee - PUBLIC HEARING

The Winnebago County Planning & Zoning Committee will hold a public hearing to consider zoning map amendments for five specific properties in Oshkosh, Omro, Winneconne, and Fremont. The committee may take action on these items during the meeting.

• Luker Rev Tst - Parcel ID# 004-0332(P) - W of 6103 County Rd R, Oshkosh - Zoning Map Amendment
• Cottontail Ventures - Parcel ID#S - 016-0300 & 016-030101 - E of 4360 Reighmoor Rd and S of 4522 Reighmoor Rd, Omro - Zoning Map Amendment
• Wirch, Andrew - Parcel ID #016-0164 - W of 4781 State Rd 116, Omro - Zoning Map Amendment
• Jensen, Jeff - Parcel ID# 030-0311 - 620 Memorial Dr, Winneconne - Zoning Map Amendment
• Claassen, Ben - Parcel ID# 032-0085-05 - 8820 County Rd II, Fremont - Zoning Map Amendment

The Planning & Zoning Committee held a public hearing on five zoning map amendment applications. No approvals or denials were made; each item was closed without a decision. The meeting was adjourned at 7:14 PM by a 5‑0 vote.

• Luker Rev Tst zoning amendment closed (no decision)
• Cottontail Ventures zoning amendment closed (no decision)
• Andrew Wirch zoning amendment closed (no decision)
• Jeff Jensen zoning amendment closed (no decision)
• Ben Claassen zoning amendment closed (no decision)
• Meeting adjourned (5-0)

UW Education, Extension & Agriculture Committee

The Winnebago County UW Education, Extension & Agriculture Committee will meet to review program reports and facility updates. The committee will also discuss updates regarding the closure of UWO Fox Cities.

• Discussion of UWO Fox Cities closure updates
• October 2025 Extension Winnebago County Review
• James P. Coughlin Center facility updates
• Reports from Community Development and Human Development & Relationships

The committee voted 5-0 to approve the minutes from the October 15, 2025 meeting. A motion to adjourn the November 19 meeting was also passed unanimously (5-0). No other formal actions or approvals were recorded; the remainder of the agenda consisted of reports and discussion.

• Approved October 15, 2025 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Motion to adjourn passed (5-0)

Personnel & Finance Committee

The Winnebago County Personnel & Finance Committee will meet on November 18, 2025. The committee will consider awarding the sale of $28,000,000 in General Obligation promissory notes to fund 2025 and 2026 capital improvement projects. The agenda also includes routine items such as call to order, public comments, and general comments from the Managing Director of RW Baird.

• Award sale of $28,000,000 General Obligation promissory notes to fund 2025‑2026 capital improvement projects

The Personnel & Finance Committee adopted its agenda unanimously (4‑0). The committee approved awarding the sale of $28 M general‑obligation promissory notes to finance the 2025 and 2026 capital improvement projects, with a vote of 5‑0. The notes carry a 3.15% interest rate, are due October 1 2032, and are projected to save $815,000.

• Adopt agenda (4-0)
• Approve $28 M general‑obligation note sale for capital projects (5-0)
• Adjourn meeting (motion carried)

County Board of Supervisors

The Winnebago County Board of Supervisors will meet to approve a $3.5 million revolving loan fund for housing development and authorize the sale of $28 million in general obligation notes for capital projects. The agenda includes zoning amendments, committee reports, and resolutions regarding police contracts and emergency management.

• Authorize $3.5M revolving loan fund for housing development
• Authorize sale of $28M general obligation notes for capital projects
• Approve 5-year Axon Enterprise Inc. contract for Tasers
• Authorize Sheriff's Office contract for Town of Clayton police patrol
• Zoning amendments for Wyldewood Baptist Church and Suzanne Bauer/Omro Land Co.

The Winnebago County Board adopted Resolution 207‑112025, awarding the sale of $28,000,000 in General Obligation Promissory Notes to Robert W. Baird & Co. to finance 2025 and 2026 capital improvement projects. The board also approved several appointments to county boards and commissions, all by voice vote. No other substantive motions were recorded.

• Approved $28,000,000 bond sale to Robert W. Baird & Co. (voice vote)
• Reappointed Andy Buck to Fox Valley Workforce Development Board (voice vote)
• Appointed Tina Haffeman to Winnebago County Housing Authority (voice vote)
• Appointed Jeremy Thull to Solid Waste Management Board (voice vote)
• Appointed Elizabeth Jones to Aging & Disability Resource Center Commission (voice vote)
• Appointed Jim Ponzer to Aging & Disability Resource Center Commission (voice vote)
• Appointed Christopher Lutzen to Local Emergency Planning Committee (voice vote)
• Appointed Stephanie Spence to Local Emergency Planning Committee (voice vote)

Winnebago County Housing Authority

The Oshkosh and Winnebago County Housing Authorities will meet jointly to consider several financial and policy resolutions. Items include year‑end bad‑debt write‑offs, public‑housing lease revisions, 2026 inflation adjustments, new voucher payment standards effective Jan 1 2026, and rent increases for Waite Rug PBV units effective Feb 1 2026. A closed‑session will address employment, promotion, compensation, and performance evaluations. The meeting will also set the date for the next joint board meeting on Jan 26 2026.

• Resolution 1158-25: Approve 2025 year‑end write‑offs of bad debt (OHA)
• Resolution 1159-25: Approve public‑housing lease revision (OHA)
• Resolution 1160-25: Approve 2026 inflation adjustments (OHA)
• Resolution 795-25: Approve housing choice voucher payment standards effective Jan 1 2026 (WCHA)
• Resolution 796-25: Approve rent increases for Waite Rug PBV units effective Feb 1 2026 (WCHA)

Both the Oshkosh and Winnebago County Housing Authorities approved a series of financial resolutions, including year‑end bad‑debt write‑offs, public‑housing lease revisions, and 2026 inflation adjustments. The WCHA also approved a new utility allowance schedule for Housing Choice Vouchers and rent increases for Waite Rug PBV units effective February 1 2026. The boards adopted the schedule for their joint meeting on January 26 2026. All motions passed unanimously or by voice vote as recorded.

• OHA approved 2025 year‑end bad‑debt write‑offs (5‑0 voice vote)
• OHA approved public‑housing lease revision (5‑0 voice vote)
• OHA approved 2026 inflation adjustments (5‑0 voice vote)
• WCHA approved 2025 year‑end bad‑debt write‑offs (3‑0 voice vote)
• WCHA approved public‑housing lease revision (3‑0 voice vote)
• WCHA approved 2026 inflation adjustments (3‑0 voice vote)
• WCHA approved Housing Choice Voucher utility allowance schedule effective Jan 1 2026 (3‑0 voice vote)
• WCHA approved rent increases for Waite Rug PBV units effective Feb 1 2026 (3‑0 voice vote)

Planning & Zoning Committee - VIEWING

The Winnebago County Planning & Zoning Committee meeting on November 14, 2025 will review five applications to amend the county zoning map. Each request pertains to a specific parcel in the towns of Black Wolf, Omro, Winneconne, and Wolf River. The committee may take action on any of these items during the meeting.

• Luker Rev Tst – Parcel ID 004-0332(P) – west of 6103 County Rd R, Oshkosh – zoning map amendment
• Cottontail Ventures – Parcel IDs 016-0300 & 016-030101 – east of 4360 Reighmoor Rd and south of 4522 Reighmoor Rd, Omro – zoning map amendment
• Andrew Wirch – Parcel ID 016-0164 – west of 4781 State Rd 116, Omro – zoning map amendment
• Jeff Jensen – Parcel ID 030-0311 – 620 Memorial Dr, Winneconne – zoning map amendment
• Ben Claassen – Parcel ID 032-0085-05 – 8820 County Rd II, Fremont – zoning map amendment

Board of Adjustment - VIEWING

The Winnebago County Board of Adjustment will meet on Thursday, November 13, 2025 at 8:00 AM in the parking lot of the David W. Albrecht Administration Building, 112 Otter Avenue, Oshkosh. The board will consider a variance request submitted by Clayton Development Group for Parcel ID 006‑1844 located south of 8341 St Norbert Dr in the Town of Clayton, Neenah. Action may be taken on this business item. A quorum of the Aviation Committee and the Winnebago County Board of Supervisors may be present.

• Variance request from Clayton Development Group – Parcel ID 006‑1844, south of 8341 St Norbert Dr, Neenah (Town of Clayton)

The Board of Adjustment met at 8:00 AM on November 13, 2025 for a viewing meeting at the David W. Albrecht Administration Building. The only business item listed was a variance request from Clayton Development Group for Parcel ID 006‑1844, located south of 8341 St Norbert Dr in Neenah. No vote, approval, denial, or other action was recorded for the item. The meeting adjourned at 9:02 AM.

Veterans Service Commission

The Winnebago County Veterans Service Commission will meet on November 13, 2025 at the James P. Coughlin Center. The agenda includes reports, public comments, and approval of minutes. In a closed session the commission will review confidential applications for aid under Wisconsin Statutes 45.81(3) and 45.86. The commission will decide on financial aid for needy veterans.

• Approval of applications for aid under Wisconsin Statute 45.81(3)
• Review of remaining aid to needy veterans under Wisconsin Statute 45.86
• Closed session to discuss confidential case applications
• General office updates
• Federal, state, and local legislative updates

One Time Event

The Winnebago County Board of Supervisors will hold a brief ceremonial signing of the 2026 Winnebago County Budget. No other county business will be conducted at this meeting. The event is invitation‑only and no per diems will be paid. Media are welcome to attend for coverage.

• Ceremonial signing of the 2026 Winnebago County Budget

East Wisconsin Counties Railroad Consortium

The East Wisconsin Counties Railroad Consortium will meet on November 12, 2025, at 10:00 AM. The agenda and supporting documents are available in attachments.

• Agenda and packet available in attachments
• Meeting posted on behalf of the consortium

Board of Health

The Winnebago County Board of Health will meet to discuss a grant presentation from the Wisconsin Partnership Program. The board is considering a budget amendment to accept $158,913 for the 2026 Public Health Department budget.

• Budget amendment to accept a $158,913 Wisconsin Partnership Program Grant
• Wisconsin Partnership Program Grant presentation
• Review of 2025 YTD Income Statement

The Board of Health approved the minutes from the October 2025 meeting with a 5‑0 vote. It then accepted a Wisconsin Partnership Program grant of $158,913 for the 2026 public health budget, also by a 5‑0 vote. The meeting was adjourned with a unanimous 5‑0 vote.

• Approved October 2025 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Accepted $158,913 Wisconsin Partnership Program grant for 2026 (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Parks Commission

The Winnebago County Parks Commission will consider amending a commercial land lease for the Sunnyview Exposition Center monument sign. It will also review proposals to raise shelter rental fees for two shelters in Community Park and discuss winter use of county boat landings and possible parking fees for special events. The meeting includes standard agenda items such as minutes approval and a director's report on ongoing projects.

• Amend the 2023 Sunnyview Exposition Center Monument Sign Commercial Land Lease Agreement
• Proposal to increase shelter rental fees for Shelters #1 and #2 in Community Park
• Discussion of winter use of Winnebago County boat landings
• Discussion of possible parking fee for special events in Community Park

The commission adopted its agenda and approved the October 14, 2025 minutes. It amended the Sunnyview Exposition Center sign lease to require the tenant to provide 10% advertising time and then approved the amended lease. The commission also approved raising shelter rental fees from $65 to $75 for Shelters 1 and 2. The meeting was adjourned at 9:19 a.m.

• Adopt agenda – approved (7-0)
• Approve October 14, 2025 minutes – approved (7-0)
• Amend Sunnyview sign lease to require 10% ad time – approved (7-0)
• Approve amended 2023 Sunnyview Exposition Center sign lease – approved (7-0)
• Increase Shelter #1 and #2 rental fees to $75 – approved (7-0)
• Adjourn meeting – approved (6-0)

Winnebago County Comp Plan Ad-Hoc Steering Committee

The Winnebago County Comprehensive Future Land Use Plan Ad‑Hoc Steering Committee will meet to review two agenda items. First, members will discuss the nine elements of the state statutes that guide comprehensive plans. Second, they will hold an in‑depth discussion of the Housing Element of the county’s Comprehensive Plan. The meeting is advisory to the Planning and Zoning Committee and the County Board of Supervisors.

• Discussion of the State Statutes' nine elements of the Comprehensive Plan
• In‑depth discussion of the Housing Element of the Comprehensive Plan

Aging & Disability Resource Center Commission

The Winnebago County Aging & Disability Resource Center Commission will review several program updates, including the Long Term Care Ombudsman Program, a transportation grant, and dementia care information. The meeting also includes public comments, reports from committee members, and planning for future agenda items.

• Long Term Care Ombudsman Program – presentation by Stacey Forest & Andrea Grassl
• 85.21 Transportation Grant – discussion and possible action
• Dementia Care Updates – presentation by Alisa Richetti
• Long Term Care Program Overview – review
• Aging and Disability related updates – discussion

The Aging & Disability Resource Center Commission approved the minutes from the October 13, 2025 meeting, correcting the date for agenda item H1. The motion was made by KristL Laux, seconded by Anna Malek, and carried as amended. No other formal decisions were taken; remaining agenda items were informational updates.

• Approved October 13, 2025 meeting minutes (amended)

Planning & Zoning Committee - DELIBERATIVE

The Winnebago County Planning & Zoning Committee will consider three land-use requests. The committee will review two zoning map amendments and one conditional use permit.

• Zoning Map Amendment: Wyldewood Baptist Church, 3030 Witzel Ave, Oshkosh
• Conditional Use Permit: William Bowman, 4404 Bellhaven Ln, Oshkosh
• Zoning Map Amendment: Suzanne Bauer, 5916 State Rd 21, #A, Omro

The Planning & Zoning Committee approved three land‑use requests. It approved a zoning map amendment for Wyldewood Baptist Church and forwarded it to the County Board (vote 3‑0‑2). It also approved a conditional use permit for Bowman with conditions (vote 4‑0‑1) and a zoning map amendment for a parcel in Omro (vote 4‑0‑1). The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved Wyldewood Baptist Church zoning map amendment (3-0-2)
• Approved Bowman conditional use permit with conditions (4-0-1)
• Approved Suzanne Bauer zoning map amendment (4-0-1)
• Adjourned meeting (4-0-1)

Winnebago Waterways Committee

The Winnebago Waterways Executive Committee will take votes to approve its work plan and to elect a new Chair and Vice Chair. The meeting will also include discussion of the Fox‑Wolf project management and its ROI analysis. All agenda items are listed as actionable.

• Vote to approve the work plan
• Vote for a new Chair
• Vote for a new Vice Chair
• Discussion of Fox‑Wolf project management
• Review of Fox‑Wolf ROI analysis

Board of Adjustment - DELIBERATIVE

The Board of Adjustment has no public‑hearing items for October. The viewing meeting on 10/16, the public hearing on 10/22, and the deliberative meeting on 11/06 are all cancelled because there are no items to consider.

• Viewing meeting scheduled for 10/16/2025 cancelled – no items
• Public hearing scheduled for 10/22/2025 cancelled – no items
• Deliberative meeting scheduled for 11/06/2025 cancelled – no items

Personnel & Finance Committee

The Personnel & Finance Committee will review requests to transfer funds for veteran and resident hardship relief. The body will also consider several authorizations for the Sheriff's Office regarding equipment and patrol services.

• Budget transfer of $10,000 from Contingency Fund to Veteran's Services for relief payments or grocery vouchers
• Budget transfer of $20,000 from Contingency Fund to Department of Human Services for relief payments or grocery vouchers
• Agreement with Town of Clayton for contracted police patrol service
• Budget transfer for the Sheriff's Office to purchase a used squad from the Town of Winneconne
• 5-year purchase agreement with Axon Enterprise Inc. for Tasers and related equipment

The committee approved two budget transfers—$10,000 to Veteran’s Services and $20,000 to Human Services—for hardship relief. It also authorized a police patrol contract with the Town of Clayton, a used squad‑car purchase, and a five‑year taser agreement with Axon Enterprise. Additionally, the committee denied a claim from Gerald M. Freelon and set dates for upcoming meetings.

• Approved $10,000 budget transfer to Veteran’s Services (5-0)
• Approved $20,000 budget transfer to Human Services (5-0)
• Authorized Sheriff's Office contract with Town of Clayton for police patrol (5-0)
• Authorized budget transfer to purchase used squad car (5-0)
• Authorized 5-year taser purchase agreement with Axon Enterprise (5-0)
• Denied notice of claim from Gerald M. Freelon on behalf of Jacob Ganther (5-0)
• Approved special meeting on Nov 18, 2025 at 5:15 p.m. (5-0)
• Approved regular meeting on Dec 4, 2025 at 9:00 a.m. (5-0)

Local Emergency Planning Committee

The Local Emergency Planning Committee will meet to approve nominations for three-year terms starting January 1, 2026. The body will also review spill, EPCRA, and subcommittee reports.

• Approval of nominations for three-year terms (January 1, 2026 - December 31, 2028)
• Review of Spill Report
• Review of EPCRA Report
• Subcommittee reports on Education and Outreach and Planning and Exercising
• Presentation from Beth McCormick

The committee unanimously approved the May 8 and September 4, 2025 meeting minutes. It also approved the three‑year term nominations for members and alternates covering 2026‑2028. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously. A large spill was reported by Valley Environmental Response, but no action was taken.

• Approved May 8, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved September 4, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved three‑year term nominations for 2026‑2028 (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Aviation Committee

The Winnebago County Aviation Committee will meet to receive updates on a hangar rate study and a historical beacon display. The committee will also review reports from the Director and the EAA.

• Hangar Rate Study Update
• Historical Beacon Display Update

The Aviation Committee approved the October 1, 2025 meeting minutes with a 4‑0 vote. No other actions were taken; the meeting was adjourned at 8:37 am after a unanimous motion. The next committee meeting is scheduled for December 3, 2025, when hangar rate proposals will be reviewed.

• Approved October 1, 2025 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Adjourned meeting (4-0)
• Set next meeting date for December 3, 2025

Solid Waste Management Board

The Winnebago County Solid Waste Management Board will hold its regular meeting to address standard agenda items such as call to order, public comments, and approval of the October 1, 2025 meeting minutes. The Director's Report will include updates on recycling awards, media coverage, tree plantings at Ken Robl Conservation Park, and department projects. Business items include updates on the Snell Road Landfill remediation, Tri-County Recycling operations, a budget transfer for dumpster capital outlay, and landfill gas equipment replacement, with the board able to take action on any of these items. The next meeting is set for December 3, 2025.

• Snell Road Landfill NR 700 Remediation & Redevelopment program update
• Tri-County Recycling Operations update
• Budget Transfer — Capital Outlay Substitution for dumpsters
• Landfill Gas Equipment Replacement Project update

The board approved the October 1, 2025 Open Session meeting minutes. It approved a $365,000 2026 budget amendment to address the Snell Road Landfill NR 700 remediation and redevelopment program. It also approved a $930 budget transfer to fund two dumpsters. The meeting was adjourned at 11:57 a.m.

• Approved October 1, 2025 Open Session minutes (5-0)
• Approved $365,000 2026 budget amendment for Snell Road Landfill NR 700 R&R program (5-0)
• Approved $930 budget transfer for dumpsters from unused litter vacuum funds (5-0)
• Moved next meeting date to December 17, 2025 (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 11:57 a.m. (5-0)

Land Conservation Committee

The Land Conservation Committee will hold a press event to highlight the Van Dyke Breakwall Project on Lake Winneconne. The project aims to protect about 3,400 feet of shoreline and restore over 40 acres of wetland habitat. Funding comes from the County Water Quality Improvement Program, LWCD Spirit Fund, NRDA, NAWCA, Lake Poygan Sportsman’s Club, Monsanto Settlement Funds, and private contributions.

• Van Dyke Breakwall construction protecting 3,400 ft of shoreline
• Restoration of more than 40 acres of adjacent wetland habitat
• Eight breakwalls with 35‑foot openings every 300 ft, total length ~2,545 ft
• Funding from multiple sources including county programs, federal acts, and private donors
• Press conference scheduled for Nov 4, 2025 at 1:00 pm, Winneconne Fishing Pier East

Land Conservation Committee

The Winnebago County Land Conservation Committee will discuss manure storage, waste management violations, and the Breakwall Project. The committee will consider cost-share agreements for a well abandonment project and review department project lists.

• Action item: LWCD Spirit Fund Program Cost-Share Agreements (SFP-BMP-25-21) for Suong Le & Dong V. Nguyen Well Abandonment Project
• Progress report on Great Lakes Sediment and Nutrient Reduction Program (GLSNRP) and National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF) Grants
• Review of Land & Water Conservation Department Project Lists
• Discussion on Livestock Waste Management Ordinance Violation
• Updates on Breakwall Project

The committee approved the October 6, 2025 meeting minutes by a 7‑0 vote. It also approved the LWCD Spirit Fund Cost‑Share Agreement SFP‑BMP‑25‑21 for the Suong Le & Dong V. Nguyen well abandonment project, again 7‑0. The meeting was then adjourned with a unanimous 7‑0 motion.

• Approved October 6, 2025 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Approved Spirit Fund CSA SFP-BMP-25-21 well abandonment project (7-0)
• Adjourned meeting (7-0)

Judiciary & Public Safety Committee

The Winnebago County Judiciary and Public Safety Committee will review several business items, including contracts for police patrol services and equipment purchases. Members will vote on authorizing a 5‑year agreement with Axon Enterprise Inc. for Tasers and related equipment. The committee will also consider budget transfers, intergovernmental emergency‑management agreements, and amendments to county code chapters.

• Authorize a 5‑year purchase agreement with Axon Enterprise Inc. for Tasers and related equipment
• Authorize the Sheriff's Office to contract with the Town of Clayton for police patrol services
• Authorize a budget transfer to purchase a used squad vehicle from the Town of Winneconne
• Authorize Winnebago County Emergency Management to enter intergovernmental agreements for emergency response
• Amend and eliminate several chapters of the Winnebago County General Code

The committee authorized the sheriff’s office to contract with the Town of Clayton for 20 hours of police patrol each month. It approved a budget transfer to purchase a used squad car from the Town of Winneconne and a five‑year purchase agreement with Axon Enterprise for Tasers. The board also adopted an intergovernmental emergency‑management agreement and several amendments and eliminations to the county’s General Code and Board Rule 24.8.

• Authorized Sheriff's Office contract with Town of Clayton for police patrol (voice vote)
• Approved budget transfer to purchase used squad car from Town of Winneconne (voice vote, 5-0)
• Authorized 5‑year Axon Enterprise Taser purchase agreement (voice vote, 5-0)
• Approved intergovernmental emergency‑management agreement with local governments (voice vote, 5-0)
• Amended Board Rule 24.8(5)(B) to clarify $40,000 project limit (voice vote, 5-0)
• Eliminated Chapter 5.01(5) of the General Code (voice vote, 5-0)
• Amended Chapter 5.02(4)(a)4 of the General Code (voice vote, 5-0)
• Eliminated Chapter 5.04 of the General Code (voice vote)

Winnebago County Meeting

The meeting is scheduled to discuss the implementation of a new Shoreland Zoning Ordinance. This session is intended for county staff, town chairs, attorneys, and zoning administrators.

• Discussion of the new Shoreland Zoning Ordinance implementation

Parks Commission

The Parks Commission is holding a ribbon cutting event at Waukau Dam in the Town of Rushford. The document states that no Winnebago County business will be conducted.

• Ribbon cutting at Waukau Dam Park (2820 HWY 116, Omro, WI)

Winnefox Library System

The Winnefox Library System Personnel Committee will meet to discuss the performance evaluation of the library director in closed session. The meeting is scheduled for October 30, 2025, at the Oshkosh Public Library.

• Closed session to discuss director performance evaluation data
• Meeting location: Oshkosh Public Library, 106 Washington Ave.

The Winnefox Library System Personnel Committee entered a closed session unanimously to review the library director's performance evaluation. After the discussion, the committee moved to return to an open session. No other actions were taken.

• Closed session to discuss director evaluation approved (unanimous)
• Returned to open session (motion passed)

County Board of Supervisors

The Winnebago County Board of Supervisors will hold a public hearing and vote on the 2026 Annual Budget and the 2026-2030 Capital Improvement Plan.

• Public hearing on 2026 County Budget
• Amendments to the 2026 County Budget
• Resolution 0192-102025: Adopt 2026 Budget and Capital Improvement Plan
• Lunch recess scheduled for 12:00pm

County Board of Supervisors

The County Board of Supervisors will hold a public hearing and consider the 2026 Annual Budget. The board will also review the 2026-2030 Capital Improvement Plan.

• Public hearing for the 2026 County Budget
• Amendments to the Winnebago County 2026 Annual Budget
• RESOLUTION 0192-102025: Adopt the Winnebago County 2026 Annual Budget and 2026-2030 Capital Improvement Plan

Human Services Board

The Winnebago County Human Services Board will meet to approve minutes, receive department leadership reports, and hear presentations from Wise Women Gathering Place and Casa Esther. The meeting is held at the Oshkosh Human Services Building.

• Approval of September 22nd and September 8th meeting minutes
• Presentation: Wise Women Gathering Place
• Presentation: Casa Esther
• Report on Recruitment and Retention
• Financial Report

The Human Services Board approved the minutes of the September 22, 2025 board meeting and the minutes of the September 8, 2025 ADRC Committee meeting. Both motions were moved by Karen Powers, seconded by Walt Ulbricht (first) and KristL Laux (second), and passed unanimously with a 6‑0 vote. No other formal actions were taken.

• Approved minutes of September 22, 2025 Human Services Board meeting (6-0)
• Approved minutes of September 8, 2025 ADRC Committee meeting (6-0)

County Board of Supervisors

The Winnebago County Board of Supervisors will hear a presentation of the 2026 annual budget and a recap of the 2026‑2030 Capital Improvement Plan. A public hearing on the 2026 county budget is scheduled, and the Board will consider amendments to the budget. The meeting will conclude with a vote on Resolution 0192‑102025 to adopt the budget and capital improvement plan.

• Presentation of the 2026 Annual Budget by County Executive Gordon Hintz
• Recap of the 2026‑2030 Capital Improvement Plan
• Public hearing on the 2026 County Budget (Wis. Stat. 65.90(4))
• Amendments to the Winnebago County 2026 Annual Budget
• Resolution 0192‑102025: Adopt the 2026 Annual Budget and 2026‑2030 Capital Improvement Plan

The Winnebago County Board adopted its agenda by voice vote and then approved four budget amendments. Amendment 1 added $120,000 of revenue for the Park View Health Center (33‑3 vote). Amendment 2 added $127,407 for special pay adjustments (36‑0 vote). Amendment 3 added $18,534 for longevity‑pay across several departments (36‑0 vote). Amendment 4 created a $25,000 grant for the Fox Valley Data Exchange, passing 20‑16.

• Adopt agenda with one minor change – carried by voice vote
• Approve $120,000 revenue increase for Park View Health Center (AYES 33, NAYES 3)
• Approve $127,407 for special pay adjustments and shift differentials (AYES 36, NAYES 0)
• Approve $18,534 for longevity‑pay across multiple departments (AYES 36, NAYES 0)
• Approve $25,000 grant for Fox Valley Data Exchange (AYES 20, NAYES 16)

Board of Adjustment - PUBLIC HEARING

The Winnebago County Board of Adjustment has no public hearing items for October 2025. The viewing meeting on 10/16, the public hearing on 10/22, and the deliberative meeting on 11/06 are all cancelled because there are no items to consider. Residents should note that no decisions or discussions will take place at these meetings.

Planning & Zoning Committee - PUBLIC HEARING

The Winnebago County Planning & Zoning Committee will hold a public hearing on October 22, 2025, to consider zoning map amendments and a conditional use permit for three properties in the Town of Algoma and Town of Omro.

• Wyldewood Baptist Church: Zoning Map Amendment for 3030 Witzel Ave
• William Bowman: Conditional Use Permit for 4404 Bellhaven Ln
• Suzanne Bauer: Zoning Map Amendment for 5916 State Rd 21, #A

The Planning & Zoning Committee heard three applications—two zoning map amendments and one conditional use permit—and closed each item without further action. No testimony was given beyond staff readings. The meeting was then adjourned by a 4-0-1 vote.

• Wyldewood Baptist Church zoning map amendment (A-2 to B-3) closed
• Bowman conditional use permit for drainage alteration closed
• Suzanne Bauer zoning map amendment (A-2 to B-3) closed
• Meeting adjourned (vote 4-0-1)

County Board of Supervisors

The Winnebago County Board will consider several actions, including authorizing up to $28,000,000 in borrowing and issuing general obligation promissory notes. It will also vote on a resolution to support increased SNAP funding, adopt a revised Chapter 27 County Shoreland Zoning Ordinance, and review multiple zoning amendment petitions. Additional items on the consent calendar include lease agreements with the FAA and other zoning changes.

• Resolution 0189-102025: Authorize borrowing up to $28,000,000 and issue general obligation promissory notes
• Resolution 0190-102025: Support increased funding for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) in Wisconsin
• Ordinance 0191-102025: Approve revised Chapter 27 County Shoreland Zoning Ordinance
• Petition for Zoning Amendment 001: Wyldewood Baptist Church, Town of Algoma – rezone from A-2 (General Agriculture) to B-3 (General Business)
• Resolution 0186-102025: Approve renewal of a lease agreement between the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and Winnebago County

The Winnebago County Board approved the appointment of Robert D. Gustafson to complete the unexpired term for District 28 after Nate Gustafson’s resignation. The board also approved appointments to the ARPA Strategy & Outcomes Commission and the Personnel & Finance Committee. The consent calendar was adopted, excluding three items, with one nay vote from Supervisor Swan. The board adopted Resolution 185‑102025 commending retiring employee Claudia Lennop.

• Appointed Robert D. Gustafson to complete District 28 term (voice vote)
• Approved appointment to ARPA Strategy & Outcomes Commission (voice vote)
• Approved appointment to Personnel & Finance Committee (voice vote)
• Adopted Consent Calendar, excluding items 3, 5, and 7 (voice vote, 1 nay – Swan)
• Adopted Resolution 185‑102025 commending Claudia Lennop (voice vote)

Legislative Committee

The Winnebago County Legislative Committee will review two business items: support for renewing the Knowles Nelson Stewardship Fund and support for Wisconsin joining the Multi-State Information Sharing and Analysis Center (MS‑ISAC) to cover membership costs for state, local, tribal and territorial organizations. The committee may take action on either or both items. The meeting also includes routine reports, public comments, and approval of prior minutes.

• Support renewal of the Knowles Nelson Stewardship Fund
• Support Wisconsin membership in the Multi-State Information Sharing and Analysis Center (MS‑ISAC) to cover SLTT membership costs

The committee approved the March 24, 2025 meeting minutes by voice vote. It adopted a resolution supporting the renewal of the Knowles Nelson Stewardship Fund, amending the year to 2026, and forwarded it to the County Board. The committee also approved a resolution to support Wisconsin joining the Multi‑State Information Sharing and Analysis Center (MS‑ISAC) and forwarded that to the County Board. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved March 24, 2025 minutes (voice vote)
• Approved resolution renewing Knowles Nelson Stewardship Fund with amendment (voice vote)
• Approved resolution supporting Wisconsin MS‑ISAC membership, forwarded to County Board (voice vote)
• Adjourned meeting (motion carried)

County Board of Supervisors

The Winnebago County Board of Supervisors will conduct its Annual Fall Tour on October 20, 2025. The tour includes visits to the Oshkosh Human Services Building at 220 Washington Avenue and the Neenah Human Services Building at 211 N. Commercial Street, with a scheduled dinner at the Oshkosh site. The itinerary is subject to change and accommodations are available for people with disabilities upon request.

• Tour of Oshkosh Human Services Building, 220 Washington Avenue, starting at 5:00 p.m.
• Dinner at Oshkosh Human Services Building, 5:45 p.m.–6:15 p.m.
• Tour of Neenah Human Services Building, 211 N. Commercial Street, arriving around 6:45 p.m.
• Return to Oshkosh Human Services Building by approximately 7:50 p.m.

Planning & Zoning Committee - VIEWING

The Planning & Zoning Committee will consider three zoning map amendment applications and one conditional use permit. The items involve parcels in Oshkosh and Omro, each requesting changes to the local zoning map or a use permit. Action may be taken on any of these business items during the meeting.

• Wyldewood Baptist Church – Parcel ID 002-0222-01 – 3030 Witzel Ave, Oshkosh – Town of Algoma – Zoning map amendment
• William Bowman – Parcel ID 002-0009-02 – 4404 Bellhaven Ln, Oshkosh – Town of Algoma – Conditional use permit
• Suzanne Bauer – Parcel ID 016-0414-03 (P) – 5916 State Rd 21, #A, Omro – Town of Omro – Zoning map amendment

Board of Adjustment - VIEWING

The Winnebago County Board of Adjustment has no public hearing items for October. Consequently, the viewing meeting on 10/16/2025, the public hearing on 10/22/2025, and the deliberative meeting on 11/06/2025 are all cancelled. No decisions or discussions will take place at these meetings.

• Viewing Meeting for 10/16/2025 cancelled – no items
• Public Hearing for 10/22/2025 cancelled – no items
• Deliberative Meeting for 11/06/2025 cancelled – no items

Park View Health Center Committee

The Park View Health Center Committee will consider updates to the 2026 budget and may recommend amendments to the County Board. The meeting includes routine items such as adopting the agenda, approving September 18th minutes, and reports on finance, census, and staffing. Public comments are invited, and members can suggest topics for future agendas.

• Review of 2026 Park View Health Center budget updates
• Discussion of possible budget amendments to recommend to the County Board
• Approval of September 18, 2025 meeting minutes
• Director's financial, census, and staffing reports

The Park View Health Center Committee approved the September 18th, 2025 meeting minutes. The committee reviewed the September financial report and a census update. Members discussed a proposal to reduce shift differentials and incorporate that pay into base salaries, which was not sponsored by Supervisor Ponzer. The committee also noted unanimous support for increasing private‑pay revenue, but no formal vote or approval was recorded.

UW Education, Extension & Agriculture Committee

The Winnebago County UW Education, Extension & Agriculture Committee will approve the September 17, 2025 meeting minutes and receive public comments. It will hear reports on extension programs, library system updates, and facility updates at the James P. Coughlin Center. The committee will discuss the UWO Fox Cities campus closure and consider possible amendments to the budget that it may recommend to the County Board.

• UWO Fox Cities campus closure updates/discussion
• Discussion and possible action on budget amendments to recommend to the County Board

The UW Education, Extension & Agriculture Committee approved the September 17, 2025 meeting minutes by a 5‑0‑0 vote. The committee then moved to adjourn, which also passed with a 5‑0‑0 vote at 10:38 a.m. No other formal actions or approvals were recorded during the meeting.

• Approved September 17, 2025 meeting minutes (5-0-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 10:38 am (5-0-0)

Neenah Public Library

The Neenah Public Library Board of Trustees will meet to review financial reports and library statistics. The board will consider an agreement between the City of Neenah Library and Associated Trust Company.

• Institutional Investment Agency Agreement between City of Neenah Library and Associated Trust Company
• Public Library Association Conference action item
• Bills for consideration
• Update from Blue Door Consulting
• Volunteen Program information item

The board unanimously approved the September 17, 2025 meeting minutes. They also unanimously approved payment of the monthly bills. The board approved Resolution 2025-1 to enter an Institutional Investment Agency Agreement with Associated Trust Company. Finally, they approved up to $8,000 of trust funds for three staff to attend the 2026 Public Library Conference in Minneapolis.

• Approved September 17, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved payment of monthly bills (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2025-1 Institutional Investment Agency Agreement with Associated Trust Company (unanimous)
• Approved use of trust funds up to $8,000 for three staff to attend 2026 Public Library Conference (unanimous)

Board of Health

The Winnebago County Board of Health will review the 2026 public health budget and discuss possible amendments that the committee may recommend to the County Board. The Director will present an income statement and operational updates from public health divisions. Action may be taken on any of these business items.

• 2026 Public Health Budget Updates & Review
• Discussion and possible action on budget amendments recommended by the committee
• Director's Report – Review of Income Statement
• Director's Report – Operational updates from public health divisions

The Board of Health approved the September 9 minutes with a 5‑0 vote and one abstention. It unanimously approved four budget amendments: a merged Solutions Peer Response Team amendment, a $10,000 air‑quality grant, a $400,000 public‑health infrastructure grant, and a $25,000 Fox Valley Data Exchange grant. All votes were 6‑0 in favor.

• Approved September 9 minutes (5‑0‑1 abstention)
• Approved merged Solutions Peer Response Team budget amendment (6‑0)
• Approved $10,000 air‑quality grant amendment (6‑0)
• Approved $400,000 public‑health infrastructure grant amendment (6‑0)
• Approved $25,000 Fox Valley Data Exchange (DEX) grant amendment (6‑0)

Parks Commission

The Winnebago County Parks Commission will review the 2026 parks budget and discuss potential amendments to recommend to the County Board. The Director will report updates on multiple improvement projects, including the Sunnyview Exposition Center and community park shelters. Public comments are invited, and a tour of the Sunnyview Exposition Center construction area is scheduled.

• 2026 Parks Budget updates and review
• Discussion of possible budget amendments to recommend to the County Board
• Director's report on Sunnyview Exposition Center West Campus Improvement Project
• Director's report on Community Park Shelter 1 and 2 Project
• Tour of Sunnyview Exposition Center construction area

The Parks Commission adopted the meeting agenda with a 6‑0 vote and approved the minutes from the August 12, 2025 meeting by a 5‑0‑1 vote. No amendments to the 2026 parks budget were proposed. The commission then adjourned the meeting with a 5‑0 vote.

• Adopt agenda (6‑0)
• Approve August 12, 2025 minutes (5‑0‑1)
• No budget amendments proposed
• Adjourn meeting (5‑0)

Winnebago County Comp Plan Ad-Hoc Steering Committee

The Winnebago County Comprehensive Future Land Use Plan Ad-Hoc Steering Committee will discuss the background of the county's 10‑year land use plan. Members will also consider future steps for the ad‑hoc meetings. The next meeting is scheduled for November 11, 2025 at the James P. Coughlin Center.

• Background presentation of the Winnebago County Comprehensive Future Land Use Plan
• Discussion of future steps for the Ad‑Hoc Steering Committee meetings
• Scheduling of the next meeting on November 11, 2025

Aging & Disability Resource Center Commission

The Winnebago County Aging & Disability Resource Center Commission will meet to discuss updates regarding aging, disability, and legislative matters. The body will consider a presentation from Lutheran Social Services regarding 'Making the Ride Happen' and review a Board Member Orientation Guide.

• LSS Lutheran Social Services 'Making the Ride Happen' presentation
• Board Member Orientation Guide
• Aging, disability, and legislative updates
• Data Report & Day to Day report by Brian Nagler

The Aging & Disability Resource Center Commission approved the minutes from the September 8, 2025 meeting. No other motions or votes were recorded; the remainder of the agenda consisted of reports, updates, and informational items. The meeting was adjourned at 4:33 p.m.

• Approved September 2025 meeting minutes (motion carried)

Planning & Zoning Committee - DELIBERATIVE

The Winnebago County Planning & Zoning Committee will review three zoning map amendment applications. One is from Spark Development for a parcel in the Town of Clayton at the southwest corner of Eagle Heights Drive and Wing Lane. Another is from Thomas and Deborah Rosenfeldt for a parcel on 1326 Larsen Road in the Town of Neenah. The third is from Dan Buser for a parcel at 8968 Faith Road in the Town of Winchester.

• Spark Development – Parcel ID 006-0328-02-02 – SW corner of proposed Eagle Heights Dr & Wing Ln – zoning map amendment (Town of Clayton)
• Thomas & Deborah Rosenfeldt – Parcel ID 010-0310-01-02(P) – 1326 Larsen Rd – zoning map amendment (Town of Neenah)
• Dan Buser – Parcel ID 028-0449-07 – 8968 Faith Rd – zoning map amendment (Town of Winchester)

The Planning and Zoning Committee approved a zoning map amendment for the Spark Development parcel in the Town of Clayton, changing it from A‑2 to R‑4 and will forward the amendment to the County Board. It also approved a zoning map amendment for the Rosenfeldt parcel in the Town of Neenah, changing it from A‑2 to R‑1. Additionally, the committee approved a zoning map amendment for the Buser parcel in the Town of Winchester, changing it from R‑1 to A‑2 and will forward that amendment to the County Board. All three motions passed with a 4‑0‑1 vote.

• Approved zoning map amendment for Spark Development (A‑2 to R‑4) and forward to County Board (4‑0‑1)
• Approved zoning map amendment for Rosenfeldt parcel (A‑2 to R‑1) (4‑0‑1)
• Approved zoning map amendment for Buser parcel (R‑1 to A‑2) and forward to County Board (4‑0‑1)
• Adjourned meeting (4‑0‑1)

Planning & Zoning Committee - PLANNING

The Winnebago County Planning & Zoning Committee will meet on Oct 10, 2025 to review several items. It will review the 2026 Planning & Zoning Department budget updates and discuss possible amendments to the county board. The committee will receive an update on the 2026 Comprehensive Future Land Use Plan. It will discuss and potentially forward the revised Chapter 27 County Shoreland Ordinance to the County Board for action.

• 2026 Planning & Zoning Department Budget Updates & Review
• Discussion on the Planning and Zoning Department 2026 Budget and possible amendments to the County Board
• Update on status of the 2026 Comprehensive Future Land Use Plan
• Discussion and Committee action to forward the revised Chapter 27 County Shoreland Ordinance to County Board

The Planning & Zoning Committee approved the meeting minutes with an amendment (5‑0). No changes were recommended to the 2026 department budget, so it will be presented to the County Board as is. The committee voted to forward the revised Chapter 27 County Shoreland Ordinance, with specific wording changes, to the County Board for approval (5‑0). The meeting was then adjourned (5‑0).

• Approved amended meeting minutes – vote 5-0
• No amendments recommended to 2026 budget – presented as is
• Approved forwarding amended Chapter 27 Shoreland Ordinance to County Board – vote 5-0
• Adjourned meeting – vote 5-0

Traffic Safety Commission

The Traffic Safety Commission will discuss recent fatal and serious crashes on Interstate 41, Highway 44, and Country Club Road. They will also consider pending legislation affecting highway safety and upcoming major road construction projects. The meeting includes public comment and a round‑table discussion before setting the next meeting date.

• Review of county-wide fatal/serious traffic crashes in Q2 2025 (I‑41 at HWY 44; HWY 44 at High Ave; Country Club Rd at HWY Z)
• Discussion of pending and potential legislation affecting highway safety
• Overview of 2025 major Winnebago road construction projects (DOT)
• Consideration of ATV/UTV regulations in the City of Oshkosh

The commission approved the minutes from the July 9th, 2025 meeting. No other substantive decisions, approvals, or denials were recorded. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved July 9th, 2025 minutes (motion carried)
• Adjourned meeting (motion carried)

Winnefox Library System

The Personnel Committee will hold a closed‑session meeting to review the library director’s performance evaluation data, as allowed by Wisconsin Statute §19.85(1)(c). After the closed session, the committee will resume the open session and then adjourn.

• Closed‑session discussion of director performance evaluation (per Wis. Stat. §19.85(1)(c))

The Winnefox Library System Personnel Committee moved into a closed session to review the library director’s performance evaluation, on a motion by Jim Miller seconded by Doug Zellmer, which passed unanimously. After the discussion, the committee voted to return to an open session, on a motion by Miller seconded by Melissa Kolstad, also passing unanimously. No other actions were taken.

• Approved closed session to discuss director evaluation (unanimous)
• Approved return to open session (unanimous)

Board of Adjustment - DELIBERATIVE

The Planning and Zoning Committee’s Board of Adjustment has no public‑hearing items for September 2025. The viewing meeting scheduled for September 18, the public hearing for September 30, and the deliberative meeting for October 9 have all been cancelled because there are no items.

County Board of Supervisors

This is a public listening session regarding the Winnebago County 2026 budget. The notice states that no official county business will be conducted and no decisions will be made.

• Public listening session on the 2026 budget

County Board of Supervisors

The Winnebago County Board of Supervisors will hold a public listening session to discuss the 2026 budget. No official county business or decisions will be taken, and no per diems will be paid. County Executive Gordon Hintz will present updates and invite resident input on priorities, programs, and services. Accommodations for people with disabilities can be arranged with 24‑hour notice to the County Clerk.

• Public listening session on the 2026 County budget (no official action)
• Presentation by County Executive Gordon Hintz on upcoming budget priorities

County Board of Supervisors

The County Board will hold a public listening session to discuss the 2026 budget. No official business or votes will be taken, and no per diems will be paid. Residents may share thoughts on county priorities, programs, and services. Accommodations for disabilities are available with 24‑hour notice.

• Public listening session on the Winnebago County 2026 budget

Land Conservation Committee

The Winnebago County Land Conservation Committee will consider several wildlife and water quality programs, including the 2025 USDA Wildlife Damage Abatement & Claims Program crop price rates and the 2026 program budget. It will also review a cooperative agreement for the Fox-Wolf Watershed Alliance and discuss possible budget amendments to recommend to the County Board. Additional items include project cost‑share agreements and a water quality improvement project.

• Approve 2025 USDA Wildlife Damage Abatement & Claims Program crop price rates
• Approve 2026 Wildlife Damage Abatement & Claims Program budget
• Approve cooperative agreement for Fox‑Wolf Watershed Alliance (2026)
• Review and possibly approve multiple LWCD Spirit Fund cost‑share projects
• Discuss budget amendments to recommend to the County Board

The Land Conservation Committee approved the 2025 crop price schedule and set a December 1, 2025 harvest cut‑off for the 90% threshold. It also approved the 2026 Wildlife Damage Abatement & Claims Program budget and a cooperative agreement with the Fox‑Wolf Watershed Alliance. Additional actions included adopting multiple Spirit Fund cost‑share agreements and amending wording in a strategic document. The meeting adjourned at 10:27 am.

• Approved 2025 USDA WDACP crop prices (Alfalfa $136.25/ton, Alfalfa/Grass Mix $92.83/ton, Field Corn $4.18/bushel, Oats $3.55/bushel, Soybeans $10.01/bushel, Wheat $4.76/bushel) (7-0)
• Set 90% harvest cut‑off date to Dec 1 2025 (7-0)
• Approved 2026 WDACP budget (7-0)
• Approved cooperative agreement with Fox‑Wolf Watershed Alliance (7-0)
• Replaced “transition” with “and” in Strategic Impact Document (7-0)
• Approved CSA 25‑09 Daniel Hickey Shoreline Protection Project (7-0)
• Approved multiple Spirit Fund CSAs (SFP‑BMP‑25‑16 through SFP‑SH‑25‑05) (7-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 10:27 am (7-0)

Judiciary & Public Safety Committee

The Winnebago County Judiciary and Public Safety Committee will review 2026 budget presentations from multiple county departments, including the Corporation Counsel, Sheriff's Office, Clerk of Courts, District Attorney, and others. The committee will also discuss and may take action on proposed amendments to the 2026 budget to recommend to the County Board. Additional agenda items include approval of the August 4, 2025 meeting minutes and setting the next meeting date.

• Approval of August 4, 2025 meeting minutes
• 2026 budget presentations from Corporation Counsel, Sheriff's Office, Clerk of Courts, District Attorney, Child Support Agency, Emergency Management, Medical Examiner, Register of Deeds, Veteran's Department, and County Clerk
• Presentation of the 2026 Capital Improvement Plan
• Discussion and possible action on amendments to the 2026 budget for recommendation to the County Board
• Next meeting scheduled for November 3, 2025

The Winnebago County Judiciary & Public Safety Committee approved the August 4, 2025 minutes with a 5‑0 vote. No budget amendments or other actions were adopted. The meeting was adjourned at 7:02 p.m. after budget presentations from various departments.

• Approved August 4, 2025 minutes (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (motion carried)

Personnel & Finance Committee

The Personnel & Finance Committee will review 2026 County Executive budget proposals and consider authorizing the borrowing of up to $28,000,000 through general obligation promissory notes. The meeting includes presentations from various county departments and a discussion on potential budget amendments.

• Authorize borrowing up to $28,000,000
• 2026 County Executive Budget Overview
• Review of Property & Liability Insurance Fund
• Review of Health and Dental Insurance Funds
• Discussion on budget amendments

The Personnel & Finance Committee adopted its agenda and approved the September 4 minutes. It voted to authorize borrowing not to exceed $28,000,000 and the issuance of General Obligation Promissory Notes. The committee also approved a commendation for retiring employee Claudia Lennop and then adjourned the meeting.

• Adopt agenda – carried (3-0; abstain 1 - Egan)
• Approve September 4 minutes – carried (3-0; abstain 1 - Egan)
• Authorize borrowing up to $28,000,000 and issuance of General Obligation Promissory Notes – carried (4-0)
• Approve commendation for Claudia Lennop – carried (4-0)
• Adjourn meeting – carried (3-0)

County Board of Supervisors

The Wisconsin Towns Association Winnebago County Unit will approve minutes from the July 10, 2025 meeting, elect a Chair, Vice Chair, and Secretary‑Treasurer for a two‑year term, and set the 2026 meeting calendar. Several reports will be presented, and Supervisor Howard Miller will speak on the Winnebago County Shoreland Zoning Code.

• Approve minutes from July 10, 2025 WTA Unit meeting
• Elect Chair, Vice Chair, and Secretary‑Treasurer for term ending Oct 2028
• Set calendar of 2026 meeting dates and locations
• Speaker Howard Miller on Winnebago County Shoreland Zoning Code
• Go‑EDC, WTA/TAC, and WTA reports presented

Aviation Committee

The Winnebago County Aviation Committee will meet to approve meeting minutes, review a director's report, and discuss the 2026 airport budget. The committee will also consider lease renewals for office, garage, and hangar space.

• Approval of September 3, 2025 meeting minutes
• Review of 2026 Airport Budget Updates
• Lease renewal for NextJen Studios office space at $407.19/month
• Lease renewal for NextJen Studios garage space at $344.96/month
• Lease renewal for Hangar I3 by American Air, LLC at $1,272.74/month

The committee unanimously approved the September 3, 2025 meeting minutes. It also approved lease renewal rates for office and garage space for NextJen Studios LLC, Hangar I3 for American Air, LLC, and Hangar K821 for New View Technologies, Inc. No budget amendments or other actions were adopted.

• Approved September 3, 2025 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved lease renewal $407.19 per month office space for NextJen Studios LLC (5-0)
• Approved lease rate $344.96 per month garage space for NextJen Studios LLC (passed iO)
• Approved lease renewal $1,272.74 per month Hangar I3 for American Air, LLC (5-0)
• Approved lease renewal $906.90 per month Hangar K821 for New View Technologies, Inc. (5-0)

Solid Waste Management Board

The Winnebago County Solid Waste Management Board will meet to discuss possible budget amendments to recommend to the County Board. The meeting includes updates on PFAS and recycling markets. The Director will provide reports on hazardous material clean sweep and landfill gas equipment replacement.

• Discussion and possible action on budget amendments
• Per- and polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS) update
• Recycling markets update
• Landfill Gas Equipment Replacement Project update
• Household & Agriculture Hazardous Material Clean Sweep report

The board approved the September 3, 2025 Open Session minutes (8‑0). It also approved discussion and possible action on budget amendments that the committee may recommend to the County Board (8‑0). No actions were taken on the PFAS update or the recycling markets update. The meeting was adjourned (8‑0).

• Approved September 3, 2025 Open Session minutes (8-0)
• Approved discussion and possible action on budget amendments to recommend to County Board (8-0)
• No action taken on PFAS update
• No action taken on recycling markets update
• Adjourned meeting (8-0)

Land Records Council

The Winnebago County Land Records Council will discuss updates to the Land Information Program. The council will consider recommending the proposed 2026 Land Records Modernization Budget and any revisions to the County.

• Review of Winnebago County Land Information Program updates
• Recommendation of the proposed 2026 Land Records Modernization Budget
• Approval of December 10, 2024, meeting minutes

Board of Adjustment - PUBLIC HEARING

The Winnebago County Board of Adjustment has cancelled its scheduled public hearing for September 30, 2025, as there are no items on the agenda. The memo also notes the cancellation of a viewing meeting for September 18 and a deliberative meeting for October 9.

• Public Hearing for 09/30/2025 cancelled
• Viewing Meeting for 09/18/2025 cancelled
• Deliberative Meeting for 10/09/2025 cancelled

Planning & Zoning Committee - PUBLIC HEARING

The Winnebago County Planning & Zoning Committee will hold a public hearing to consider three zoning map amendments. The committee will review requests for property changes in the Towns of Clayton, Neenah, and Winchester.

• Zoning Map Amendment: Spark Development/Town of Clayton at SW corner of proposed Eagle Heights Dr & Wing Ln
• Zoning Map Amendment: Thomas/Deborah Rosenfeldt at 1326 Larsen Rd, Neenah
• Zoning Map Amendment: Dan Buser at 8968 Faith Rd, Larsen

The Winnebago County Planning and Zoning Committee held a public hearing on three zoning map amendment applications. No further testimony was given for any of the applications and each item was closed without a vote or decision. The meeting was then adjourned by a 5‑0 vote.

• Spark Development zoning amendment (A-2 to R-4) closed with no decision
• Rosenfeldt zoning amendment (A-2 to R-1) closed with no decision
• Buser zoning amendment (R-1 to A-2) closed with no decision
• Meeting adjourned (5-0)

Safe Streets Initiative

The Winnebago County Safe Streets Initiative committee will receive updates and consider possible actions on several programs, including Drug Court, Jail Reintegration, STAR Program, 24/7 Alcohol and Drug services, Connect, SSTOP, Teen Court, District Attorney Diversion Programs, Mental Health Court, Breakwater, Public Health, Lifepoint, and StepUp. The meeting will also address new business items such as reviewing the roster of voting members and discussing an email list for Drug Court graduation notices. No formal decisions are recorded in the agenda.

• Updates and possible action on Safe Streets Drug Court (Jen Delfosse)
• Updates and possible action on Safe Streets Jail Reintegration (Amy Geffers)
• Updates and possible action on District Attorney Diversion Programs (Eric Sparr)
• Review and update roster of voting members
• Discuss creation of email list for Drug Court Graduation notices

The committee approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the previous meeting, each with unanimous support. The roster of voting members was reviewed and corrected. A discussion was held about creating an email list for Drug Court announcements, but no formal decision was recorded.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of last meeting (unanimous)
• Corrected roster of voting members

Winnebago County Drainage Board - Larsen Drainage District

The Winnebago County Drainage Board will discuss updates to GIS data and a 2026 aerial survey. It will consider modifications to the Larsen‑Winchester wastewater treatment plant and review maintenance projects such as brush cutting and mowing. The agenda includes renewal of the administrative/clerical services contract and setting the 2025 district tax assessment rates and fees.

• GIS update and 2026 aerial survey
• Larsen‑Winchester WWTP modifications
• 2025 brush cutting/mowing project update north of Hickory (~0.3 miles)
• Administrative/Clerical Services contract renewal
• 2025 district tax assessment rates and fees

The board unanimously approved the minutes from the May 22, 2025 meeting. It also unanimously approved continuing the district's membership in the Wisconsin Association of County Drainage Boards and the $100 annual fee. A progress payment of $7,000 was made for the 2025 brush‑cutting and mowing project. The board directed three contractors to prepare proposals for additional corridor maintenance in 2026.

• Approved May 22, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved continued membership in WI Association of County Drainage Boards and $100 fee (unanimous voice vote)
• Paid $7,000 progress billing for 2025 brush‑cutting/mowing project north of Hickory Avenue
• Directed three proposals for 2026 corridor brush‑cutting/mowing projects
• Requested communication with Towns of Clayton, Winchester, and Winneconne on subdivision proposals

Winnefox Library System

The Winnefox Library System Board will review and vote on several items, including the 2026 Resource Library Agreement with Oshkosh Public Library, the 2026 Contractual Services and Compensation Agreements, the proposed 2026 budget, a $14,080 special funding request for fire‑suppression equipment, and the 2026‑2030 strategic plan. The board will also accept the 2024 audit and decide on the 2026 Annual System Plan. All actions are requested as listed in the agenda exhibits.

• Approve the 2026 Resource Library Agreement with Oshkosh Public Library (Exhibit C)
• Approve the 2026 Contractual Services Agreement and Compensation Agreement with Oshkosh Public Library (Exhibit D)
• Approve the 2026 Winnefox Library System budget (Exhibit E)
• Approve a $14,080 special funding request for fire‑suppression equipment in the server room (Exhibit F)
• Approve the 2026‑2030 Winnefox Library System Strategic Plan (Exhibit G)

The Winnefox Library System Board approved the minutes from prior meetings, a classification of recent invoices, and a departing trustee appreciation resolution. Trustees appointed Chuck Bornhoeft to the Finance Committee and approved the 2024 audit, the 2026 Resource Library Agreement, the 2026 Contractual Services Agreement, and the 2026 budget. The board also approved $14,080 of undesignated funds for a server‑room fire‑suppression system, the 2026‑2030 Strategic Plan, and the 2026 Annual System Plan. The meeting adjourned at 5:40 p.m.

• Approved minutes from July 30 2025 and August 28 2025 meetings (unanimous)
• Approved classification of invoices paid July‑August 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved departing trustee resolution of appreciation (unanimous)
• Appointed Chuck Bornhoeft to Finance Committee (appointment)
• Approved 2024 audit (unanimous)
• Approved 2026 Resource Library Agreement (unanimous)
• Approved 2026 Contractual Services Agreement (unanimous)
• Approved 2026 Winnefox Library System Budget (unanimous)

County Board of Supervisors

The Winnebago County Board of Supervisors is holding a public listening session to discuss the 2026 budget. The event will be held at the Wittman Regional Airport Terminal Building and is invitation-only. No county business will be conducted and no per diems will be paid.

• Public listening session on the 2026 budget
• Location: Wittman Regional Airport Terminal Building, 525 W. 20th Avenue, Oshkosh
• Invitation-only event with no per diems paid
• Meeting led by County Executive Gordon Hintz
• Provisions for people with disabilities available upon 24-hour notice

Facilities & Property Management Committee

The Winnebago County Facilities & Property Management Committee will consider the 2026 Facilities & Property Management Budget and possible amendments to recommend to the County Board. It will discuss and potentially approve a lease renewal and a memorandum of agreement with the Federal Aviation Administration, as well as a ground lease with M2 Group, LLC. Additional discussions include a future addition to General Code Chapter 8 Public Works and Master Plan implementation.

• 2026 Facilities & Property Management Budget Presentation
• Renewal of a Lease Agreement between the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and Winnebago County
• Continuation of a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) between the FAA and Winnebago County
• Ground Lease Agreement between M2 Group, LLC and Winnebago County
• Discussion of a future addition to General Code Chapter 8 Public Works

The Winnebago County Facilities & Property Management Committee met on September 23, 2025. Agenda items included the 2026 budget presentation, possible budget amendments, lease agreements with the FAA and M2 Group, and discussions on code updates and the master plan. The minutes do not record any approvals, denials, or votes on these items.

County Board of Supervisors

The county is holding a public listening session regarding the 2026 budget. This is an invitation-only event and not a formal meeting of the Board of Supervisors; no official county business will be conducted.

• Public listening session on the Winnebago County 2026 budget

Human Services Board

The Human Services Board will approve minutes from two prior meetings, receive reports on recruitment, finances, and inpatient placement, and consider the 2026 budget updates. Members may act on budget amendment recommendations to the County Board and vote on moving the October 27 meeting to 9 a.m. to accommodate speakers.

• Approve minutes of the August 25, 2025 Human Services meeting
• Approve minutes of the August 11, 2025 Aging and Disabilities Center Commission meeting
• Review 2026 budget updates and discuss possible amendments for County Board recommendation
• Consider changing the October 27, 2025 meeting time to 9 a.m.
• Department reports on recruitment, retention, and financial status

The board approved the August 25, 2025 Human Services Board minutes (6‑0) and accepted the August 11, 2025 ADRC committee minutes (6‑0). Members voted unanimously (8‑0) to change the October 27, 2025 meeting time to 9:00 a.m. The remainder of the agenda comprised reports on the budget, staffing vacancies, finances, placement statistics and program updates, with no further actions taken.

• Approved August 25, 2025 board minutes (6‑0)
• Accepted August 11, 2025 ADRC committee minutes (6‑0)
• Changed Oct 27, 2025 meeting time to 9:00 a.m. (8‑0)

Winnebago County Housing Authority

The Oshkosh and Winnebago County Housing Authorities will review minutes, finance reports, and program updates before voting on several resolutions. Key decisions include approving the 2026 HUD budget, flat rent schedule, passbook rate, utility allowance schedule, and authorizing a construction contract for a new maintenance facility. The meeting also includes a discussion of a joint board meeting scheduled for November 17, 2025.

• Resolution 1153-25: Authorization for Executive Director to enter into a construction contract for new maintenance facility and mortgage (OHA)
• Resolution 1152-25: Approve HUD Form 52574 – Budget 2026 (OHA)
• Resolution 1154-25: Approve flat rent schedule (OHA)
• Resolution 1155-25: Approve 2026 passbook rate for determination of income from assets (OHA)
• Resolution 1156: Approve utility allowance schedule (OHA)

The joint meeting approved a $1.2 million contract to build a new 7,300‑sq‑ft maintenance facility. Both authorities also approved their 2026 HUD Form 52574 budgets, flat rent schedules (approved by WCHA, rejected by OHA), and the 2026 passbook rate and utility allowance schedules. All approvals were passed by voice vote.

• Approved $1.2M construction contract for new maintenance facility (5-0 OHA)
• Approved OHA 2026 HUD Form 52574 budget (5-0 OHA)
• Approved WCHA 2026 HUD Form 52574 budget (3-0 WCHA)
• Approved WCHA flat rent schedule (3-0 WCHA)
• OHA flat rent schedule proposal failed (2-3 OHA)
• Approved 2026 passbook rate for income determination (4-0 OHA, 3-0 WCHA)
• Approved utility allowance schedule (4-0 OHA, 3-0 WCHA)

Highway Committee

The Winnebago County Highway Committee will meet to approve previous meeting minutes and discuss the 2026 Highway Budget Review and the 2026-2030 Capital Improvement Plan. The committee may also consider amendments to the budget for recommendation to the County Board.

• Approval of August 25, 2025, meeting minutes
• 2026 Highway Budget Review
• 2026-2030 Capital Improvement Plan Presentation
• Discussion on amendments to the budget for County Board recommendation

The committee approved the August 25, 2025 meeting minutes by voice vote, with Chairman Nussbaum abstaining. Commissioner Doemel presented the 2026 budget review and a list of capital improvement projects totaling $7,163,242 after outside funding. No budget amendments were proposed. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved August 25, 2025 meeting minutes (voice vote, 1 abstain)
• Adjourned the meeting (motion passed)

Planning & Zoning Committee - VIEWING

The Winnebago County Planning & Zoning Committee will meet to consider three zoning map amendments. The meeting will take place in the parking lot of the David W. Albrecht Administration Building.

• Zoning Map Amendment: Spark Development/Town of Clayton (SW corner of proposed Eagle Heights Dr & Wing Ln)
• Zoning Map Amendment: Thomas and Deborah Rosenfeldt (1326 Larsen Rd, Neenah)
• Zoning Map Amendment: Dan Buser (8968 Faith Rd, Larsen)

The Planning & Zoning Committee did not hold a meeting because a quorum was not present. Supervisors H. Miller and C. Mueller were present, while S. Holt, M. Gabert, and F. Frassetto were excused. No actions were approved, denied, or postponed.

Board of Adjustment - VIEWING

The Board of Adjustment has no public hearing, viewing, or deliberative items for September 2025. Consequently, the viewing meeting on September 18, the public hearing on September 30, and the deliberative meeting on October 9 are all cancelled.

Park View Health Center Committee

The Park View Health Center Committee will review and possibly approve adjustments to private pay rates. The meeting includes routine reports on finances, census data, and staffing. Public comments are invited on agenda items. The committee may also discuss future agenda suggestions.

• Private Pay Rates – potential adjustment to rates charged for services

The Park View Health Center Committee adopted its agenda and approved the August 21, 2025 meeting minutes. It approved a proposed increase of the regular private‑pay rate to $465 per day for 2025. The motion passed with four members in favor and one opposed. The next meeting is scheduled for October 16, 2025.

• Adopted agenda (unanimous)
• Approved August 21, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved private‑pay rate increase to $465 per day (4‑1)

UW Education, Extension & Agriculture Committee

The Winnebago County UW Education, Extension & Agriculture Committee will approve the August 20, 2025 meeting minutes, receive reports on extension programs, facilities, and upcoming events, and discuss updates on the UW-Oshkosh Fox Cities campus closure. No formal decisions beyond the minutes approval are indicated.

• Approve August 20, 2025 meeting minutes
• Extension program updates – Dairy (Stephanie Bowers) and FoodWIse (Kris Soper)
• James P. Coughlin Center facilities updates
• Announcement of upcoming extension events at the County Board meeting
• Discussion of UW-Oshkosh Fox Cities campus closure updates

The committee approved the August 20, 2025 meeting minutes with a 5‑0‑0 vote. The meeting was then adjourned at 10:32 a.m. by a unanimous 5‑0‑0 vote. The next committee meeting was scheduled for October 15, 2025 at 9:00 a.m. No other substantive actions or approvals were recorded.

• Approved August 20, 2025 meeting minutes (5-0-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 10:32 a.m. (5-0-0)

Neenah Public Library

The Neenah Public Library Board will hear public questions and comments, review statistical and departmental reports, and consider pending bills. The board will receive monthly financial reports and a budget update, and hear reports from the City Council, Joint School District, teen representatives, and Winnebago County. No specific actions or amounts are detailed in the agenda.

• Public questions & comments
• Library statistical reports
• Bills for consideration
• Monthly financial reports
• Budget update

The Neenah Public Library Board approved the meeting minutes from August 20, 2025. The Board also approved payment of the monthly bills. Both actions were approved unanimously. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved August 20, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved payment of monthly bills (unanimous)

County Board of Supervisors

The Winnebago County Board of Supervisors will meet to discuss a range of items, including public comments, communications from the County Clerk, and reports from committees. Several zoning amendment petitions and consent‑calendar items will be voted on. The board will also consider Resolution 0179-082025, which would authorize the submission of an ordinance to establish a Winnebago County sales and use tax.

• Petition for Zoning Amendment 001: rezone parcel 028-0449-07 from R-1 to A-2
• Petition for Zoning Amendment 002: rezone parcel 010-0310-01-02(P) from A-2 to R-1
• Consent Calendar Zoning Amendatory Ordinance 09/001/25: rezone parcel 012-0168 (P) from A-2 to R-2
• Ordinance 0182-092025: amend Chapter 19.32 to further define the Sunnyview Exposition Center's purpose
• Resolution 0179-082025: authorize submission of an ordinance establishing a Winnebago County sales & use tax

The Winnebago County Board approved amendments to the County Code that set new speed limits on County Trunk Highway E in Oshkosh and adopted language defining the Sunnyview Exposition Center’s purpose. It also approved three zoning amendment ordinances, disallowed two liability claims, and passed a resolution honoring retiring employee Terri Schroeder. All items were approved by voice vote.

• Adopted Ordinance 183-092025 (speed limit amendments) after wording correction – voice vote
• Adopted Ordinance 182-092025 (Sunnyview Exposition Center purpose) – voice vote
• Adopted Resolution 184-092025 commending Terri Schroeder – voice vote
• Disallowed Claim of Brian Jovan Johnson (Resolution 180-092025) – voice vote
• Disallowed Claim of Sarah Wallace (Resolution 181-092025) – voice vote
• Approved Zoning Amendment 09/001/25 for Sylvia Fournier, Town of Nekimi – consent calendar
• Approved Zoning Amendment 09/002/25 for Jeffrey J. Coulthard Jr., Town of Neenah – consent calendar
• Approved Zoning Amendment 09/003/25 for Brian & Kristine Stedl, Town of Neenah – consent calendar

Veterans Service Commission

The Commission will meet to receive office and legislative updates. The body will review and approve applications for aid to needy veterans under Wisconsin State Statutes.

• Review of confidential case applications for aid under Wisconsin Statute 45.81(3)
• Approval of aid applications under Wisconsin State Statute 45.81(3)
• Review of remaining aid to needy veterans under Wisconsin State Statute 45.86

The Veterans Service Commission approved its agenda and the August 14 meeting minutes. It entered and later exited a closed session, during which it approved $3,784.36 in aid to veterans and accepted the financial report. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved meeting agenda (all ayes)
• Approved August 14, 2025 minutes (all ayes)
• Entered closed session (all ayes)
• Exited closed session (all ayes)
• Approved $3,784.36 veteran aid and accepted financial report (all ayes)
• Adjourned meeting (all ayes)

County Board of Supervisors

County Executive Gordon Hintz and Director of Administration Jamie Rouch are conducting a budget workshop. The agenda consists of a budget presentation.

• Budget presentation by Gordon Hintz and Jamie Rouch

East Wisconsin Counties Railroad Consortium

The East Wisconsin Counties Railroad Consortium board will approve the minutes from the July 9, 2025 meeting and the treasurer’s financial report. It will hear a presentation by UW‑Extension’s Steven Chmielewski on the systemwide economic impact rail study. Additional reports will be given by WisDOT Railroads and Harbors and the Wisconsin and Southern Railroad (WSOR).

• Approve Minutes of July 9, 2025 Meeting
• Approve Financial (Treasurer) Report
• Presentation by UW‑Extension, Steven Chmielewski, on Systemwide Economic Impact Rail Study
• Report of WisDOT Railroads and Harbors
• Report of WSOR with updates on maintenance, projects, capital projects, operations, and railroad tour

The consortium approved the draft minutes from July 9, 2025 and approved the financial report for the period ending August 31, 2025. Members reached consensus that Chairman Tom Winker will sign a joint letter with the Wisconsin River Rail Transit Commission supporting the Janesville Bridge Project. The meeting was adjourned at 11:07 a.m.

• Approved July 9, 2025 draft minutes (motion carried)
• Approved financial report for period ending Aug 31, 2025 (motion carried)
• Consortium agreed Chairman Tom Winker will sign joint letter with WRRTC supporting Janesville Bridge Project (consensus)
• Adjourned meeting (motion carried)

County Board of Supervisors

County Executive Gordon Hintz and Director of Administration Jamie Rouch are hosting a budget workshop. The event consists of a budget presentation.

• Budget presentation by Gordon Hintz and Jamie Rouch

Board of Health

The Board of Health will meet to approve minutes from July and August and receive a Director's Report. The session includes a review of the income statement and operational updates from Public Health Divisions.

• Approval of July and August meeting minutes
• Review of Income Statement
• Operational Updates from Public Health Divisions
• Tour of the Department-Neenah Location

The Board of Health approved the July 2025 minutes by unanimous vote of the five in‑person members. The August 2025 minutes were approved with three votes in favor and two abstentions. The meeting was then adjourned by a passed motion.

• Approved July 2025 minutes (unanimous: Harrison, Prehn, Hancock‑Cooke, Vanden Heuvel, Horan)
• Approved August 2025 minutes (passed: 3 yes – Harrison, Prehn, Horan; 2 abstain – Vanden Heuvel, Hancock‑Cooke)
• Adjourned meeting (passed: Harrison, Horan, Prehn, Hancock‑Cooke)

Advisory Committee for Children's Voluntary Services

The Winnebago County Advisory Committee for Children's Voluntary Services will hear a presentation from Community Horizons and receive updates on children's COP and CLTS services, including waitlist information. It will also discuss birth‑to‑three services, CCS/CST youth services, and the committee’s 2025 focus areas and role. Action may be taken on any of these business items.

• Presentation: Community Horizons
• Children's COP and CLTS service and program updates
• Waitlist updates for children's services
• Birth‑to‑Three services overview
• 2025 focus areas and committee role discussion

The committee approved the May 13, 2025 meeting minutes after a motion was made and seconded. The meeting was then adjourned following a motion that was carried. No other formal decisions were recorded.

• Approved May 2025 meeting minutes (motion carried)
• Adjourned meeting (motion carried)

Aging & Disability Resource Center Commission

The Winnebago County Aging & Disability Resource Center Commission will meet to discuss updates on dementia care, the ADRC newsletter, and recent legislative developments. Committee members will also provide reports on member activities and daily data. The meeting includes a "Community Beat" segment for sharing community feedback and suggestions for future agenda items.

• Dementia Care Updates – presented by Alisa Richetti
• ADRC Newsletter – presented by Melissa Sell
• Legislative Updates
• Committee Member Updates
• Data Report & Day to Day – presented by Brian Nagler

The committee approved the minutes of the August 11, 2025 Aging & Disability Resource Center meeting. Harold Singstock moved to approve, KristL Laux seconded, and the motion carried. No other substantive actions were decided at this meeting.

• Approved August 11, 2025 meeting minutes (motion carried)

Planning & Zoning Committee - DELIBERATIVE

The Winnebago County Planning & Zoning Committee will consider several land use items, including a conditional use permit for Jeffrey Coulthard Jr. on Parcel ID 010-0073-05 at 951 County G, Neenah. The agenda also includes zoning map amendments for parcels on 951 Cty Rd G, Neenah; 1984 Oakridge Rd, Neenah; and 3978 Fisk Ave, Oshkosh. Additional items are extraction conditional use renewals for multiple LLCs and a quarry in Neenah.

• Conditional Use Permit – Jeffrey Coulthard Jr., Parcel ID 010-0073-05, 951 County G, Neenah (Town of Neenah)
• Zoning Map Amendment – Jeffrey Coulthard Jr., Parcel ID 010-0073-05, 951 Cty Rd G, Neenah (Town of Neenah)
• Zoning Map Amendment – Brian/Kirsten Stedl, Parcel ID 010-0312(P), 1984 Oakridge Rd, Neenah (Town of Neenah)
• Zoning Map Amendment – Sylvia Fournier, Parcel ID 012-0168 (P), 3978 Fisk Ave, Oshkosh (Town of Nekimi)
• Extraction Conditional Use Renewal – BenCarrie Quarry, Parcel IDs 010-0275 et al, Town of Neenah

The Planning & Zoning Committee approved four zoning map amendments, three conditional use permits, and one conditional use review. All motions passed with a 3-0-2 vote. Extraction permit renewals for three entities were also approved with the same vote tally.

• Approved zoning map amendment for 951 County Rd G, Neenah (I-2 to I-1) (3-0-2)
• Approved conditional use permit for 951 County Rd G, Neenah (contractor yard & kennel) (3-0-2)
• Approved zoning map amendment for 1984 Oakridge Rd, Neenah (B-2 & R-1) (3-0-2)
• Approved zoning map amendment for 3978 Fisk Ave, Oshkosh (A-2 to R-1) (3-0-2)
• Approved 2‑month conditional use permit review for P&Q Nekimi LLC (1‑year period) (3-0-2)
• Approved extraction permit renewal for P&Q Hughes LLC (6‑year period) (3-0-2)
• Approved extraction permit renewal for P&Q Nekimi LLC (6‑year period) (3-0-2)
• Approved extraction permit renewal for BenCarrie Quarry (6‑year period) (3-0-2)

Board of Adjustment - DELIBERATIVE

The Winnebago County Board of Adjustment will meet to consider a variance request and discuss member appointment terms. The board will also review minutes from previous meetings.

• Variance request for Gilbert and Hilda Hantzsch at 7754 Cut Off Ln, Larsen (Parcel ID # 032-0546-21)
• Discussion on adjusting Board of Adjustment appointment terms for compliance with County General Code Chapter 23 and WI State Statute 59.69

The Board approved the December 2024 and January 2025 meeting minutes, each by a 4‑0‑1 vote. It granted a variance for 7754 Cut Off Ln with specific shore‑yard, retaining‑wall, driveway, and floodplain setbacks, while denying the road right‑of‑way setback request, also by a 4‑0‑1 vote. The meeting was adjourned at 8:12 AM by a 4‑0‑1 vote.

• Approved December 2024 minutes (4-0-1)
• Approved January 2025 minutes (4-0-1)
• Approved modified variance for 7754 Cut Off Ln with conditions; denied road right‑of‑way setback (4-0-1)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:12 AM (4-0-1)

Personnel & Finance Committee

The Winnebago County Personnel & Finance Committee will review updates from the Finance, Information Technology, Fund Summary, and Human Resources departments. It will vote on 2025 position reclassification requests for the Park View Health Center and consider amending County Board Rule 24.8(5)(B). The meeting also includes public comments, approval of August 7, 2025 minutes, and notices of claims.

• Approve 2025 Position Reclassification Requests (PVHC only)
• Amend Winnebago County Board Rule 24.8(5)(B)
• Finance Department updates: 2024 audit, investment, and Opportunity Fund
• IT Department updates: website project, county fiber cut, conference room A/V upgrades, copper phone line transition, Windows 10 end of support
• Notice of Claim for Sarah Wallace and Brian Jovan Johnson

The Personnel & Finance Committee adopted its agenda and approved the August 7 minutes. It approved 2025 position reclassifications for Park View Health Center, amended Board Rule 24.8(5)(B) to prevent budget carry‑overs from the contingency fund, approved a commendation for Terri Schroeder, and denied two notices of claim. The meeting was adjourned.

• Adopt agenda (4-0)
• Approve August 7 minutes (3-0-1)
• Approve 2025 position reclassification requests (PVHC only) (4-0)
• Amend Winnebago County Board Rule 24.8(5)(B) (3-0-1-1)
• Approve commendation for Terri Schroeder (4-0)
• Deny notice of claim for Sarah Wallace (4-0)
• Deny notice of claim for Brian Jovan Johnson (4-0)
• Adjourn meeting (4-0)

Local Emergency Planning Committee

The Winnebago County Local Emergency Planning Committee will meet on September 4, 2025 at 9:30 AM in the Richard Meyer Community Resource Room, 4311 Jackson Street, Oshkosh. The agenda includes public comments, a review of the current 2025 EPCRA Offsite Plan updates, and setting the next meeting date. No other decisions are listed.

• Review of Current 2025 EPCRA Offsite Plan updates
• Public comments period
• Set next meeting date: Thursday, November 6, 2025 (location TBD)

The Local Emergency Planning Committee held its September 4, 2025 meeting, reviewed 12 EPCRA offsite plans and focused on those with the most severe chemicals. No public comments were made. The committee voted to adjourn the meeting unanimously, with no other decisions taken.

• Adjourned meeting (all in favor, no oppositions)

Aviation Committee

The Winnebago County Aviation Committee will consider three lease-related actions: renewing the lease with the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), continuing the existing FAA memorandum of agreement, and approving a new ground lease with M2 Group, LLC. The meeting also includes routine reports on fuel services, a historical beacon display, and hangar demolition. No other decisions are scheduled.

• Renewal of lease agreement between FAA and Winnebago County
• Continuation of memorandum of agreement between FAA and Winnebago County
• Approval of ground lease agreement between M2 Group, LLC and Winnebago County

The committee approved the minutes from the August 6, 2025 meeting. It unanimously approved the renewal of the FAA lease agreement, the continuation of the FAA Memorandum of Agreement, and a 20‑year ground lease with M2 Group, LLC. The meeting was adjourned at 8:20 a.m.

• Approved August 6, 2025 meeting minutes (5-0-0)
• Approved renewal of FAA lease agreement (5-0-0)
• Approved continuation of FAA Memorandum of Agreement (5-0-0)
• Approved 20‑year ground lease with M2 Group, LLC at $1,141.90 annual rent (5-0-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0-0)

Solid Waste Management Board

The Winnebago County Solid Waste Management Board will meet to approve minutes, receive updates on strategic capital planning and landfill gas equipment, and discuss department projects including the Ken Robl Conservation Park spur trail and Snell Road Landfill remediation.

• Approval of August 6, 2025 meeting minutes
• 2026-2030 Solid Waste Department Strategic Capital Planning
• Landfill Gas Equipment Replacement Project Update
• Ken Robl Conservation Park - Spur Trail Erosion Issue
• Snell Road Landfill NR 700 Remediation & Redevelopment

The board approved the August 6, 2025 meeting minutes unanimously. It accepted the 2026‑2030 Solid Waste Department Strategic Capital Planning document with a 7‑0 vote. The board chose to table the proposed Waste Characterization Study due to cost concerns. The directors’ report was approved and the meeting was adjourned at 11:53 a.m.

• Approved August 6, 2025 meeting minutes (7‑0)
• Accepted 2026‑2030 Solid Waste Department Strategic Capital Planning document (7‑0)
• Tabled Waste Characterization Study (consensus, no vote recorded)
• Approved Director's Report (7‑0)
• Adjourned meeting (7‑0)

County Board of Supervisors

The Winnebago County Board of Supervisors will meet to hear presentations on a jail-based STAR program and a community-based peer response team, as well as an update on the county budget process.

• Presentation on Jail-based STAR Program
• Presentation on Community-based Peer Response Team
• K-9 Presentation
• County Budget Process Update
• Public comments limited to two minutes

The Board adopted the agenda by voice vote. A motion to adjourn the meeting until the September 16, 2025 business meeting was carried. No other substantive actions or approvals were taken. The remainder of the session consisted of public comments and informational presentations.

• Adopt agenda (voice vote)
• Adjourn meeting until Sep 16, 2025 (motion carried)

Parks Commission

This is not a business meeting of the Parks Commission. The notice was published to comply with the Wisconsin Open Meetings Law as members may attend the Hmong National Labor Day Festival opening ceremony.

• Opening Ceremony of the Hmong National Labor Day Festival at Winnebago County Community Parks

Facilities & Property Management Committee

The Facilities & Property Management Committee will discuss a potential addition to General Code Chapter 8 regarding public works performed by county departments. The body will also consider approving a maintenance easement for a substation at 1221 Knapp Street and WPS.

• Approval of a Maintenance Easement for the Substation at 1221 Knapp Street and WPS
• Discussion of a future addition to General Code Chapter 8 Public Works - Work Performed by County Departments

The committee approved the July 22, 2025 meeting minutes with a 4‑0 vote (Andy Buck abstained). It also approved a maintenance easement allowing Wisconsin Public Service access to the substation at 1221 Knapp Street, passing 5‑0. The meeting was then adjourned by a 5‑0 vote.

• Approved July 22, 2025 minutes (4-0, Andy Buck abstained)
• Approved maintenance easement for WPS substation at 1221 Knapp St (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Board of Adjustment - PUBLIC HEARING

The Winnebago County Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on August 26, 2025. After public comments, the board may act on a variance application submitted by Gilbert and Hilda Hantzsch for parcel ID 032-0546-21, located at 7754 Cut Off Lane in the Town of Wolf River. No other specific agenda items are listed.

• Variance request for parcel ID 032-0546-21 – 7754 Cut Off Ln, Town of Wolf River

The Winnebago County Board of Adjustment held a public hearing on August 26, 2025. Board members discussed a variance request for 7754 Cut Off Lane, but no decision was made and the item was closed. The meeting was adjourned at 5:49 PM with a 4‑0‑1 vote.

• Adjourned meeting (4-0-1)
• Variance request for 7754 Cut Off Ln closed without decision

Planning & Zoning Committee - PUBLIC HEARING

The Winnebago County Planning & Zoning Committee will hold a public hearing to consider zoning map amendments and a conditional use permit. These items involve properties in the Town of Neenah and the Town of Nekimi.

• Zoning Map Amendment: 951 Cty Rd G, Neenah (Jeffrey Coulthard Jr)
• Conditional Use Permit: 951 County G, Neenah (Jeffrey Coulthard Jr)
• Zoning Map Amendment: 1984 Oakridge Rd, Neenah (Brian/Kirstine Stedl)
• Zoning Map Amendment: 3978 Fisk Ave, Oshkosh (Sylvia Fournier)

The Planning and Zoning Committee heard three zoning‑map amendment requests and one conditional‑use permit request, but each item was closed without a decision. The meeting was then adjourned after a motion carried 4‑0‑1.

• Zoning map amendment for 951 County Rd G (I‑2 to I‑1) closed (no decision)
• Conditional use permit for 951 County Rd G (contractor yard & kennel) closed (no decision)
• Zoning map amendment for 1984 Oakridge Rd (B‑2 to B‑2 & R‑1) closed (no decision)
• Zoning map amendment for 3978 Fisk Ave (A‑2 to R‑1) closed (no decision)
• Meeting adjourned (vote 4‑0‑1)

Human Services Board

The Winnebago County Human Services Board will review and possibly act on a Mass Care Sheltering item presented by Renee Soroko. The meeting also includes reports on staff recruitment and retention, a financial update, and inpatient placement statistics. The board will set the next meeting date for September 22, 2025.

• Mass Care Sheltering – action item presented by Renee Soroko
• Report on recruitment and retention by Deputy Director Renee Soroko
• Financial report presented by Janet Rohloff
• Inpatient & institutional placement statistics in Director's Report
• Next meeting scheduled for Monday, September 22, 2025

The Human Services Board approved the minutes from its June 23, 2025 meeting and accepted the minutes from the June 9 and July 14, 2025 ADRC meetings, both with unanimous votes. The board then adjourned the session at 3:02 p.m.

• Approved June 23, 2025 Human Services Board minutes (7-0)
• Accepted June 9 and July 14, 2025 ADRC minutes (7-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 3:02 p.m. (unanimous)

Highway Committee

The Winnebago County Highway Committee will review a proposed amendment to Chapter 7.02 of the County General Code that changes speed limit regulations. The committee will also discuss CTH‑E ditch issues in the Town of Algoma. Routine items include approval of the July 28, 2025 meeting minutes and a period for public comments. Action may be taken on any business items presented.

• Amend Winnebago County General Code Chapter 7.02 "Speed Limit Regulations"
• Discussion on CTH‑E ditches in the Town of Algoma
• Approval of July 28, 2025 Highway Committee minutes
• Public comments on agenda items
• Set next meeting for Monday, September 22, 2025 (subject to confirmation)

Planning & Zoning Committee - VIEWING

The Winnebago County Planning & Zoning Committee will meet on August 22, 2025, to consider zoning map amendments and conditional use permits for several properties in the Town of Neenah and Town of Nekimi. The meeting will be held in the parking lot of the David W. Albrecht Administration Building.

• Zoning Map Amendment for 951 Cty Rd G, Neenah (Parcel ID# 010-0073-05)
• Conditional Use Permit for 951 Cty Rd G, Neenah (Parcel ID# 010-0073-05)
• Zoning Map Amendment for 1984 Oakridge Rd, Neenah (Parcel ID# 010-0312(P))
• Zoning Map Amendment for 3978 Fisk Ave, Oshkosh (Parcel ID# 012-0168 (P))
• 2 Month Conditional Use Review for South of 3145 County Rd N, Oshkosh (P&Q Nekimi LLC)

The Planning & Zoning Committee did not hold a meeting on August 22, 2025 because a quorum was not present. No items were discussed, approved, denied, or tabled. Consequently, there were no official actions taken.

ARPA Strategy and Outcomes Commission

The commission will approve minutes from its January 27 and August 8, 2025 meetings, allow brief public comments, and discuss a possible $3,500,000 commitment of Spirit Funds for a revolving loan program to expedite housing development. It will also consider how future ARPA items and projects should be evaluated.

• Approve January 27, 2025 meeting minutes
• Approve August 8, 2025 meeting minutes
• Discuss possible $3,500,000 Spirit Funds commitment for a revolving housing loan program
• Discuss process for considering future ARPA items and projects
• Public comments (limited to two minutes per speaker)

The commission adopted an amendment to the resolution wording and then approved a $3,500,000 allocation of accrued Spirit Fund interest for a revolving loan program to expedite housing development. Both the amendment and the resolution passed by voice vote with a 6‑1‑0‑2 tally. Earlier agenda items approved the January 27 and August 8 meeting minutes.

• Amendment to resolution wording carried (6-1-0-2)
• Resolution to support $3,500,000 Spirit Funds for revolving loan program carried (6-1-0-2)
• Approved January 27, 2025 meeting minutes (4-0-2-2)
• Approved August 8, 2025 meeting minutes (6-0-1-2)
• Motion to adjourn carried

Board of Adjustment - VIEWING

The Winnebago County Board of Adjustment will meet on August 21, 2025. The agenda includes a single business item: a variance application for parcel ID #032-0546-21 located at 7754 Cut Off Lane in the Town of Wolf River. The board may take action on this request before adjourning.

• Variance request for parcel ID #032-0546-21 – 7754 Cut Off Ln, Town of Wolf River

The Winnebago County Board of Adjustment did not hold a meeting on August 21, 2025 because a quorum was not present. No items were discussed, approved, denied, or tabled.

Land Conservation Committee

The Winnebago County Land & Water Conservation Department is holding a field day at the Todd Messerschmidt Farm (corner of Hwy 44 & County Rd FF) from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. No official committee business will be conducted and no per diems will be paid. The event includes presentations on waterhemp and other problem weeds, combine cleanout tips, legume cover crops, and the Nitrogen Optimization Pilot Program.

• Field Day at Todd Messerschmidt Farm, 1483 County Road FF, 10 a.m.–3 p.m.
• Presentation: Managing Waterhemp and Other Problem Weeds – Dr. Rodrigo Werle (UW‑Madison)
• Presentation: Combine Cleanout Tips – Dan Smith (UW‑Madison Extension)
• Presentation: Legume Cover Crops for Soil Health – Chris Bandura (UW‑Madison Extension)
• Presentation: Nitrogen Optimization Pilot Program findings – Lindsey Rushford (UW‑Madison Extension)

Park View Health Center Committee

The Park View Health Center Committee will adopt its agenda, consider the July 17, 2025 minutes, and hear the Director's reports on finances, census data, and staffing. Public comments may be made on any agenda items. The meeting will also include discussion of future agenda suggestions and set the next meeting date.

• Adopt agenda
• Approve July 17, 2025 meeting minutes
• Director's financial report
• Director's census report
• Director's staffing update

The committee adopted the agenda by voice vote (4-0). It approved the July 17, 2025 meeting minutes by voice vote (4-0). The meeting was adjourned by voice vote (4-0). No other business items were acted upon.

• Adopt agenda (voice vote 4-0)
• Approve July 17, 2025 minutes (voice vote 4-0)
• Adjourn meeting (voice vote 4-0)

UW Education, Extension & Agriculture Committee

The Winnebago County UW Education, Extension & Agriculture Committee will meet to review staff updates, 4-H reports, and facility changes. The group will also discuss the closure of the UWO Fox Cities campus.

• Approval of July 16, 2025 meeting minutes
• Review of 4-H Youth Development and Agriculture reports
• James P. Coughlin Center facility updates
• Discussion on UWO Fox Cities Campus closure
• Upcoming Extension events announcement

The committee voted 4‑0 to approve the July 16, 2025 meeting minutes. No other substantive actions were taken during the session. The meeting was adjourned at 10:32 a.m. by a 4‑0 vote.

• Approved July 16, 2025 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 10:32 a.m. (4-0)

Neenah Public Library

The Neenah Public Library Board of Trustees will meet to review financial reports and budget requests. The board is tasked with taking action on the 2026 operating budget and air handler drive expenses.

• 2026 Operating Budget request
• Air handler drive expenses
• Bills for consideration
• Quarterly Trust Fund reports

The Neenah Public Library Board approved the minutes from July 16 and the Finance and Personnel Committee meeting of August 13. It also unanimously approved payment of the August bills, the 2026 operating budget request, and the use of $3,326.25 of 2024 carry‑forward funds for insurance and service costs. All actions were taken by recorded motions and seconded votes.

• Approved July 16, 2025 Library Board meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved August 13, 2025 Finance and Personnel Committee minutes (unanimous)
• Approved payment of August bills (unanimous)
• Approved 2026 Operating Budget request (unanimous)
• Approved use of $3,326.25 of 2024 carry‑forward funds for insurance deductible and service call (unanimous)

County Board of Supervisors

The Winnebago County Board of Supervisors will hold a regular meeting to consider a range of items, including zoning amendment petitions, several consent‑calendar resolutions, and a resolution to authorize a county sales and use tax. Public comments will be limited to two minutes per speaker. The meeting also includes reports, appointments, and honors for retiring employees.

• Petition for Zoning Amendment 001: rezone tax parcel no. 012-0168 in Town of Nekimi from A-2 (General Agriculture) to R-2 (Suburban Residential)
• Consent Calendar Zoning Amendatory Ordinance 08/T001/25: rezone tax parcel no. 030-0294-02-01 in Town of Winneconne from R-1 (Rural Residential) to C-1 (Community Business)
• RESOLUTION 0176-082025: $255,000 budget amendment for Snell Road Landfill Leachate Lift Station Rehabilitation Project
• RESOLUTION 0177-082025: Request authority to apply for a DATCP Producer‑Led Watershed Protection Grant
• RESOLUTION 0179-082025: Authorizing the submission of an ordinance establishing a Winnebago County sales & use tax

The board adopted a revised agenda, confirmed several board and commission appointments, and adopted commendations for two retiring county employees. It approved a consent calendar that included the July 15, 2025 adjourned session and five zoning amendment ordinances. The board also approved the Access Easement Agreement between Team SNW, LLC and Winnebago County. All actions were carried by voice vote.

• Adopted agenda as amended (voice vote)
• Approved appointments to Aging & Disability Resource Center Commission (voice vote)
• Approved appointment of Supervisor Kate Hancock‑Cooke to Neenah Public Library commission (voice vote)
• Approved reappointment of Jessie Coates to Winnebago County Housing Authority (voice vote)
• Adopted commendations for Sandra Schmidt and Jodi Mrstik (voice vote)
• Approved consent calendar items including July 15, 2025 adjourned session and five zoning amendment ordinances (voice vote)
• Approved Access Easement Agreement between Team SNW, LLC and Winnebago County (Resolution 174‑082025, voice vote)

Planning & Zoning Committee - PLANNING

The Planning & Zoning Committee will consider DNR‑requested changes to the proposed Chapter 27 Winnebago County Shoreland Zoning Ordinance. It will also review several town zoning change requests for parcels in Winneconne, Vinland, and Clayton. The meeting includes routine approvals of minutes from prior public hearings and deliberative sessions.

• Review DNR requested amendments to the proposed Chapter 27 Winnebago County Shoreland Zoning Ordinance
• Consider town zoning change requests for Parcel ID 030-0294-02-01 (Town of Winneconne)
• Consider town zoning change requests for Parcel ID 026-0661-13 (Town of Vinland)
• Consider town zoning change requests for Parcel ID 006-0340-01 (Town of Clayton)
• Consider town zoning change requests for Parcel IDs 006-0420-02, 006-0420-03, 006-0420-04 (Kulogo, Clayton)

The Planning and Zoning Committee approved the initial edits requested by the DNR to the proposed Chapter 27 Winnebago County Shoreland Zoning Ordinance (vote 4‑0‑1). It also voted to forward four town zoning changes—one for Winneconne, one for Vinland, and two for Clayton—to the County Board for approval (each vote 4‑0‑1). Minutes from prior meetings were approved (3‑0‑2) and the meeting adjourned at 8:32 AM.

• Approved initial DNR edits to Chapter 27 Shoreland Zoning Ordinance (4-0-1)
• Forward Town of Winneconne zoning change (Parcel ID #030-0294-02-01) to County Board (4-0-1)
• Forward Town of Vinland zoning change (Parcel ID #026-0661-13) to County Board (4-0-1)
• Forward Town of Clayton zoning change (Parcel ID #006-0340-01) to County Board (4-0-1)
• Forward Town of Clayton zoning changes (Parcel IDs #006-0420-02, #006-0420-03, #006-0420-04) to County Board (4-0-1)
• Approved minutes from prior meetings (3-0-2)
• Adjourned meeting (4-0-1)

Veterans Service Commission

The Winnebago County Veterans Service Commission will meet on August 14, 2025. The agenda includes routine items such as approval of the July 10, 2025 meeting minutes and reports on legislative updates. The commission will hold a closed session to review and approve applications for financial aid to veterans under Wisconsin Statutes 45.81(3) and to assess remaining aid under Statute 45.86.

• Approval of July 10, 2025 meeting minutes
• Review confidential case applications for aid under Wis. Stat. 45.81(3) (closed session)
• Approval of applications for aid under Wis. Stat. 45.81(3)
• Review of remaining aid to needy veterans under Wis. Stat. 45.86
• General office and legislative updates

The Veterans Service Commission approved its meeting agenda and the July 10, 2025 minutes, both unanimously. It then moved into closed session to consider confidential applications for aid under Wisconsin Statutes 45.81(3) and later exited closed session. The commission accepted the financial report showing a remaining balance of $9,157.20 for aid applications and adjourned the meeting.

• Approved meeting agenda (all ayes)
• Approved July 10, 2025 meeting minutes (all ayes)
• Entered closed session to review confidential aid applications (all ayes)
• Exited closed session (all ayes)
• Accepted financial report (all ayes)
• Adjourned meeting (all ayes)

Board of Health

The Winnebago County Board of Health will consider approving the minutes from its July 8, 2025 meeting. The Director will present an income statement report and lead a discussion of the 2026 budget, along with operational updates from public health divisions and a tour of the Oshkosh public health department.

• Approval of July 8, 2025 Board of Health meeting minutes
• Income Statement Report and 2026 Budget Discussion
• Operational updates from public health divisions
• Tour of the Public Health Department – Oshkosh location
• Public comments

The Board of Health did not approve the July 8, 2025 meeting minutes, deciding to wait until the September meeting when enough members are present to vote. A motion to adjourn was made at 8:34 AM and was approved by the three in‑person members. No public comments were received and no other actions were voted on.

• Postponed approval of July 8, 2025 minutes (vote deferred to September meeting)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:34 AM (approved by in‑person vote of Ralph Harrison, Lucas Reinke, Denise Prehn)

Parks Commission

The Winnebago County Parks Commission meeting scheduled for Tuesday, August 12, 2025, at the Marine 1 Boathouse in Oshkosh, was cancelled. The agenda included a proposed tour of buoys in Neenah and Menasha.

• Meeting cancelled
• Proposed tour of buoys in Neenah and Menasha
• Sheriff's Department to provide tour
• Meeting location: Marine 1 Boathouse, 6 Broad Street, Oshkosh

Parks Commission

The Winnebago County Parks Commission will consider a budget amendment for brush cutter replacement and two Spirit Fund capital requests for Community Park. The commission will also discuss amending Chapter 19.32 regarding the Sunnyview Exposition Center's purpose.

• Budget Amendment for Parks Department Brush Cutter Replacement
• Spirit Fund Capital Request for Community Park Entrance Signs
• Spirit Fund Capital Request for Community Park Playground Shelter 1
• Proposed amendment to Chapter 19.32 defining Sunnyview Exposition Center's purpose
• Director's updates on Waukau Dam Restoration and Butte des Mort Boat Landing projects

The Winnebago County Parks Commission adopted its agenda and approved the July 8 meeting minutes. It approved funding requests for new entrance signs at Community Park and a new playground shelter, each with a $70,000 Spirit Fund allocation. The commission also approved an amendment to Chapter 19.32 to clarify the Sunnyview Exposition Center's purpose. The meeting was adjourned after all motions passed unanimously.

• Adopt agenda – Approved (Yes 4, No 0, Abstained 0)
• Approve July 8, 2025 minutes – Approved (Yes 4, No 0, Abstained 0)
• Approve Community Park entrance signs Spirit Fund request – Approved (Yes 4, No 0, Abstained 0)
• Approve Community Park playground Shelter 1 Spirit Fund request – Approved (Yes 4, No 0, Abstained 0)
• Approve amendment to Chapter 19.32 defining Sunnyview Exposition Center’s purpose – Approved (Yes 4, No 0, Abstained 0)
• Adjourn meeting – Approved (Yes 4, No 0, Abstained 0)

Aging & Disability Resource Center Commission

The Winnebago County Aging & Disability Resource Center Commission will consider a Specialized Transportation Report, Legislative Updates, and Conflict of Interest and Confidentiality forms. Committee members will also provide updates and a Data Report, and the commission will hear community compliments and complaints. Suggestions for future agenda items will be collected before the next meeting on September 8, 2025.

• Specialized Transportation Report
• Legislative Updates
• Conflict of Interest and Confidentiality forms
• Committee Member Updates and Data Report
• Community Beat – sharing compliments and complaints

The commission voted to approve the minutes from the July 14, 2025 ADRC meeting. The motion was made by KristL Laux, seconded by Harold Singstock, and carried. No other actions were formally decided at this meeting.

• Approved July 2025 ADRC meeting minutes (motion carried)

Planning & Zoning Committee - DELIBERATIVE

The Planning & Zoning Committee cancelled several scheduled meetings because there were no agenda items or a lack of quorum. The public hearing originally planned for June 24, 2025 has been rescheduled as a Special Public Hearing on July 17, 2025 at 6:00 PM, with a Special Deliberative meeting to follow immediately. No other items will be considered at the upcoming meetings.

• Special Public Hearing scheduled for 07/17/2025 at 6:00 PM
• Special Deliberative meeting to follow the 07/17/2025 hearing
• Deliberative meeting originally set for 07/11/2025 cancelled
• Planning meeting originally set for 07/11/2025 cancelled
• Viewing meeting for 07/25/2025 cancelled

ARPA Strategy and Outcomes Commission

The Winnebago County ARPA Strategy & Outcomes Commission will review an update on ARPA funding and interest earned. It will discuss a possible commitment of $3,500,000 of Spirit Funds to support a revolving loan program for housing development. The meeting will also cover the process for future ARPA projects and approve the previous meeting minutes.

• Update on ARPA funding and interest earned on allocated and unallocated funds
• Discussion of a possible $3,500,000 Spirit Funds commitment for a revolving housing loan program
• Discussion of the process for future ARPA projects
• Approval of January 27, 2025 meeting minutes

The commission voted to lay over the proposal to use $3,500,000 of Spirit Funds for a revolving housing loan program until the next meeting. An attempt to approve the January 27, 2025 minutes failed because the abstaining members were not part of the commission, resulting in no quorum. The meeting was adjourned by voice vote.

• Lay over $3.5 M Spirit Funds housing loan program (voice vote)
• Attempt to approve Jan 27 2025 minutes failed due to lack of quorum
• Adjourn meeting (voice vote)

Board of Adjustment - DELIBERATIVE

The July 2025 Board of Adjustment public hearing has no agenda items. Consequently, no meetings are scheduled for 07/24/2025 (Viewing), 07/29/2025 (Public Hearing), or 08/07/2025 (Deliberative). The Zoning Department will not consider any rezoning, contract, ordinance, or fee changes at this time.

Personnel & Finance Committee

The Winnebago County Personnel & Finance Committee will consider several budget amendments, including a $255,000 increase for the Snell Road Landfill Leachate Lift Station Rehabilitation Project. Other items include establishing new fees for the Medical Examiner's Office, a budget amendment for an ambulance feasibility study (RFP-056-2025), and a Parks Department brush cutter replacement. The committee will also request authority to apply for a DATCP Producer‑Led Watershed Protection Grant and receive updates from the Finance and Human Resources departments.

• Approval of new fees for services rendered by the Medical Examiner's Office
• Budget Amendment – Ambulance Feasibility Study (RFP-056-2025)
• Budget Amendment – Parks Department Brush Cutter Replacement
• 2025 Budget Amendment of +$255,000 for Snell Road Landfill Leachate Lift Station Rehabilitation Project
• Request authority to apply for and accept a DATCP Producer‑Led Watershed Protection Grant

The Personnel & Finance Committee adopted its agenda and approved the July 3 minutes. It approved new fees for the Medical Examiner's Office, a $24,000 ambulance feasibility study amendment, a Parks Department brush cutter purchase, a $255,000 Snell Road landfill leachate lift station rehab, and authority to seek a $15,000 watershed grant. The committee also passed commendations for two retiring employees.

• Adopted agenda (4-0)
• Approved July 3, 2025 minutes (3-0-1)
• Approved new fees for Medical Examiner's Office (4-0)
• Approved $24,000 ambulance feasibility study amendment (3-1)
• Approved Parks Department brush cutter replacement (4-0)
• Approved $255,000 Snell Road Landfill leachate lift station rehab (4-0)
• Approved authority to apply for $15,000 DATCP watershed grant (4-0)
• Approved commendations for Sandra Schmidt and Jodi Mrstik (4-0)

Aviation Committee

The Winnebago County Aviation Committee will consider approving the minutes from its July 2, 2025 meeting. The committee will hear a Director's Report covering the AirVenture recap, tower chiller replacement status, Hangar 13 demo update, and a summer internship report by Marcus Reid. Additional business items may be acted upon, and reports on operations, maintenance, and the EAA will be presented.

• Approval of July 2, 2025 meeting minutes
• Director's Report – AirVenture recap
• Director's Report – Tower chiller replacement status
• Director's Report – Hangar 13 demo update
• Summer internship report by Marcus Reid

The Aviation Committee approved the July 2 2025 meeting minutes with a vote of 3‑0. No new business items were taken up. The meeting was adjourned with a vote of 4‑0. The next meeting is scheduled for September 3 2025.

• Approved July 2, 2025 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Adjourned meeting (4-0)

Solid Waste Management Board

The board will review and vote on a $255,000 budget amendment for the Snell Road Landfill leachate lift‑station rehabilitation project. It will also receive a presentation on the 2024‑2025 solid waste fund summary and discuss fund reservation and planning goals for 2025. Additionally, the board will examine the 2026 priority‑based budgeting program review and hear updates on various solid‑waste projects.

• 2025 budget amendment of +$255,000 for Snell Road Landfill Leachate Lift Station Rehabilitation Project
• Solid Waste 2024‑2025 Fund Summary presentation
• 2025 Solid Waste Fund Reservation & Planning Goals discussion
• 2026 Priority Based Budgeting – Program Review
• Director's Report updates on Snell Road Landfill NR 700 remediation, municipal tonnage, landfill gas equipment installation, and department project bids

The Solid Waste Management Board approved the July 2, 2025 Open Session meeting minutes (8‑0‑0). It also approved a $255,000 budget amendment for the Snell Road Landfill Leachate Lift Station Rehabilitation Project (8‑0). No other actions were taken on the fund summary, fund reservation worksheet, or priority‑based budgeting items.

• Approved July 2, 2025 Open Session minutes (Yes 8, No 0, Abstained 0)
• Approved $255,000 budget amendment for Snell Road Landfill Leachate Lift Station Rehabilitation (Yes 8, No 0)

Land Conservation Committee

The Winnebago County Land Conservation Committee will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes, hear agency and director reports, and discuss business items. The committee will consider a request for authority to apply for a DATCP Producer‑Led Watershed Protection Grant. It will also act on water‑quality improvement projects for Marohn Farms and the Tom Trevarthen well abandonment, and review the department's project lists.

• Request authority to apply for and accept a Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) Producer‑Led Watershed Protection Grant
• Action item – Winnebago County Water Quality Improvement Program (CSAs) – 25‑08, Marohn Farms Inc., Waterway System and Wetland Restoration Project
• Action item – LWCD Spirit Fund Program Cost‑Share Agreements (CSAs) – SFP‑BMP‑25‑15, Tom Trevarthen Well Abandonment Project
• Review Land & Water Conservation Department Project Lists

The committee unanimously approved a recommendation for the LWCD to apply for a DATCP Producer‑Led Watershed Protection Grant, and it approved two cost‑share agreements: one for the Marohn Farms waterway system and wetland restoration (CSA 25‑08) and another for the Tom Trevarthen well abandonment project (CSA SFP‑BMP‑25‑15). All motions passed 7‑0. The meeting also noted a proposed increase in the 2026 water‑quality improvement program budget.

• Recommended authorizing LWCD to apply for and accept a DATCP Producer‑Led Watershed Protection Grant (7‑0) – forwarded to Personnel & Finance Committee and County Board
• Approved CSA 25‑08, Marohn Farms waterway system and wetland restoration project (7‑0)
• Approved CSA SFP‑BMP‑25‑15, Tom Trevarthen well abandonment project (7‑0)
• Acknowledged that the 2025 Water Quality Improvement Program budget of $88,000 is fully allocated to cost‑share agreements (no vote recorded)
• Motion to adjourn the meeting passed 7‑0

Judiciary & Public Safety Committee

The Winnebago County Judiciary and Public Safety Committee will review a proposal to establish new fees that match the services rendered by the Medical Examiner's Office. The agenda also includes routine items such as approval of the July 7, 2025 meeting minutes, public comments, updates from the Sheriff’s Office and District Attorney’s Office, and the chair’s report. Action may be taken on any business items presented.

• Approval of July 7, 2025 meeting minutes
• Public comments within the committee’s jurisdiction
• Sheriff’s report: STAR update and ICE update
• District Attorney’s Office update: recent trials and sentencings
• Approval to establish new fees for Medical Examiner's Office services

The Judiciary & Public Safety Committee approved the July 7, 2025 meeting minutes by voice vote (5‑0). It also approved new fees for death‑certificate signing and BIO‑seal storage for the Medical Examiner’s Office (5‑0). The meeting was then adjourned at 7:18 p.m. after a motion to adjourn was carried.

• Approved July 7, 2025 minutes (voice vote, 5‑0)
• Approved new Medical Examiner fees for death certificates and BIO‑seal storage (5‑0)
• Adjourned meeting (motion carried)

One Time Event

The notice states that this gathering is not a formal meeting of the Board of Supervisors or any committee, and no Winnebago County business will be conducted. No per diems will be paid. Accommodations for disabilities can be arranged with 24‑hour notice to the County Clerk.

One Time Event

The notice states that the gathering on August 2, 2025 at the Winnebago County Fairgrounds is an invitation‑only event with no per diems and no county business will be conducted. It is published to satisfy the Wisconsin Open Meetings Law because a majority of board members may be present. No agenda items, decisions, or discussions are scheduled.

One Time Event

The notice clarifies that this gathering is not a meeting of the Winnebago County Board of Supervisors or any commission, board, or committee. No Winnebago County business will be conducted and no per diems will be paid. Attendance is by invitation only, and disability accommodations can be arranged with 24‑hour notice to the County Clerk.

• Invitation‑only event at Winnebago County Fairgrounds, 500 E. County Road Y, Oshkosh, WI
• No per diems will be paid because no county business will be conducted
• Disability accommodations available with 24‑hour notice to the County Clerk (phone: (920) 232‑3430)

One Time Event

The notice states that the gathering on July 31, 2025 at the Winnebago County Fairgrounds is not a meeting of the Board of Supervisors or any commission, board, or committee. No county business will be conducted and no per diems will be paid. The event is invitation‑only and complies with the Wisconsin Open Meetings Law. Disability accommodations can be arranged by contacting the County Clerk at (920) 232‑3430.

One Time Event

The board is holding an invitation‑only event to comply with the Wisconsin Open Meetings Law. No official business, votes, or contracts will be conducted, and no per diems will be paid. The notice provides disability accommodation information.

One Time Event

This notice was published to comply with the Wisconsin Open Meetings Law. The document states that no Winnebago County business will be conducted and this is not a meeting of the Board of Supervisors or any commission, board, or committee.

Winnebago County Housing Authority

The Winnebago County Housing Authority will meet on July 29, 2025 to review finance reports, executive updates, and two resolutions. One resolution seeks approval of loan forgiveness to the Oshkosh Housing Authority, and the other adopts a schedule of standard charges. The agenda also includes public comment limited to five minutes per speaker.

• Resolution 785-25: Approve loan forgiveness to Oshkosh Housing Authority
• Resolution 786-25: Approve WCHA schedule of standard charges
• Finance: Accounts payable reports for May and June 2025, TRIP update, Q2 financial report
• Executive Director report: tenant accounts receivable, Housing Choice Voucher program, FSS program, property/project updates
• Public comment/Q&A period limited to 5 minutes per speaker

The board approved Resolution 785-25, forgiving a loan to the Oshkosh Housing Authority, by a 3‑0 voice vote. The board also approved Resolution 786-25, adopting a new schedule of standard charges that raises the maintenance fee to $50 and the late rent fee to $20, also by a 3‑0 voice vote. The May 20, 2025 meeting minutes were approved unanimously (3‑0). The meeting was adjourned at 4:04 p.m.

• Approved loan forgiveness to Oshkosh Housing Authority (Resolution 785-25, 3-0)
• Approved new standard charges schedule, raising maintenance fee to $50 and late rent fee to $20 (Resolution 786-25, 3-0)
• Approved May 20, 2025 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Adjourned meeting (3-0)

Board of Adjustment - PUBLIC HEARING

The Winnebago County Board of Adjustment has no items to consider at the July 2025 public hearing. Consequently, the scheduled meetings on 07/24/2025 (Viewing), 07/29/2025 (Public Hearing), and 08/07/2025 (Deliberative) will not take place.

Planning & Zoning Committee - PUBLIC HEARING

The Planning & Zoning Committee announced that several meetings in July and August were cancelled due to no items or lack of quorum. The public hearing originally scheduled for June 24 was rescheduled to a special public hearing on July 17, 2025 at 6:00 PM, with a special deliberative meeting to follow. All other listed meetings for July 25, July 29, and August 8 were cancelled because there are no items to consider.

• July 11 deliberative and planning meetings cancelled
• June 24 public hearing rescheduled to special hearing on July 17 at 6:00 PM
• July 25 viewing meeting cancelled – no items
• July 29 public hearing cancelled – no items
• August 8 deliberative meeting cancelled – no items

One Time Event

The notice clarifies that this gathering is not a meeting of the Winnebago County Board of Supervisors or any commission, and no county business will be conducted. It serves as an invitation only for the 2025 Winnebago County Fair, which runs from July 28 to August 3, 2025. No per diems will be paid to attendees. Disability accommodations can be arranged with 24‑hour notice to the County Clerk.

• 2025 Winnebago County Fair dates: July 28–August 3, 2025
• Location: Winnebago County Fairgrounds, 500 E. County Road Y, Oshkosh, WI
• Notice states no Winnebago County business will be conducted
• No per diems will be paid to participants
• Disability accommodations available with 24‑hour notice to the County Clerk

Highway Committee

The Winnebago County Highway Committee will meet on July 28, 2025, to consider a review of county highways for possible closure to ATV and UTV traffic. The agenda also includes routine items such as approval of the June 23, 2025 minutes and public comments. Action may be taken on the ATV/UTV traffic review item.

• Review County Highways to be closed to ATV/UTV traffic

The committee approved the June 23, 2025 minutes by voice vote (3-0). It then accepted the list of county highways to be closed to ATV/UTV traffic, also by voice vote (3-0). The meeting was adjourned by voice vote (3-0).

• Approved June 23, 2025 minutes (voice vote, 3-0)
• Accepted ATV/UTV closures on listed county highways (voice vote, 3-0)
• Adjourned meeting (voice vote, 3-0)

Planning & Zoning Committee - VIEWING

The Planning & Zoning Committee cancelled several scheduled meetings because there were no agenda items. The public hearing originally planned for June 24, 2025 has been rescheduled as a special public hearing on July 17, 2025 at 6:00 PM, followed immediately by a special deliberative meeting.

• 07/11/2025 deliberative meeting cancelled (public hearing on 06/24/2025 did not occur)
• 07/11/2025 planning meeting cancelled
• 06/24/2025 public hearing rescheduled to a special public hearing on 07/17/2025 at 6:00 PM, with a special deliberative meeting to follow
• 07/25/2025 viewing meeting cancelled (no items)
• 07/29/2025 public hearing cancelled (no items)

Board of Adjustment - VIEWING

The July 2025 Board of Adjustment public hearing has no items on the agenda. Consequently, no meetings are planned for July 24, 2025 (Viewing), July 29, 2025 (Public Hearing), or August 7, 2025 (Deliberative).

One Time Event

This is a social event for the Solid Waste Management Board 50th Anniversary. No Winnebago County business will be conducted.

Facilities & Property Management Committee

The Facilities & Property Management Committee will review and possibly act on an Access Easement Agreement between Team SNW, LLC and Winnebago County. They will also discuss a future addition to General Code Chapter 8 concerning work performed by county departments. The meeting includes routine reports on capital projects, maintenance, budget, and staffing.

• Access Easement Agreement between Team SNW, LLC and Winnebago County
• Discussion of future addition to General Code Chapter 8 Public Works
• Approval of June 17, 2025 and June 24, 2025 meeting minutes

The Facilities & Property Management Committee approved the June 17 and June 24, 2025 meeting minutes with a 3‑0 vote. It also approved an access easement agreement between Team SNW, LLC and Winnebago County, again 3‑0. The meeting was adjourned by a 3‑0 motion. No other actions were taken; remaining items were only discussed.

• Approved June 17, 2025 minutes (3-0)
• Approved June 24, 2025 minutes (3-0)
• Approved Access Easement Agreement with Team SNW, LLC (3-0)
• Adjourned meeting (3-0)

One Time Event

The County Board is hosting the Winneconne Sovereign State Days Parade on Saturday, July 19, 2025 at 10:30 a.m. No official county business will be conducted, and no per diems will be paid. The event is invitation‑only, with disability accommodations available on request.

• Winneconne Sovereign State Days Parade – July 19, 2025, 10:30 a.m.

Park View Health Center Committee

The Park View Health Center Committee will convene on July 17, 2025, to approve meeting minutes, review financial and census reports, and discuss staffing updates. The committee will also accept public comments and set the date for the next meeting.

• Approval of May 15, 2025, and June 19, 2025, meeting minutes
• Review of Financial Report and Census Report
• Staffing Update presentation
• Public Comments on Agenda Items
• Next meeting scheduled for August 21, 2025

The Park View Health Center Committee approved the May 15 and June 19, 2025 meeting minutes. Supervisor Swan introduced Brenda Pluchinsky, who was appointed by Tom Egan as the County Supervisor for District 23 and added to the committee. The next meeting is set for August 21, 2025 at 3:30 pm.

• Approved May 15, 2025 meeting minutes
• Approved June 19, 2025 meeting minutes
• Appointed Brenda Pluchinsky to the Park View Health Center Committee

Planning & Zoning Committee - PUBLIC HEARING

The Winnebago County Planning & Zoning Committee will hold a public hearing on July 17, 2025, to consider zoning map amendments and conditional use permits for four properties.

• Zoning Map Amendment for 2679 Lost Ln, Omro (Town of Rushford)
• Conditional Use Permit for Trimscape Landscape & Maint at State Rd 44 & Clairville Rd, Oshkosh
• Conditional Use Permit for Fox Storage at 4620 Red Fox Rd, Oshkosh
• Conditional Use Permit for EAA Inc at N of 4310 Waupun Rd, Oshkosh

The Planning & Zoning Committee heard four applications—a zoning map amendment and three conditional use permits—but no testimony was given and each item was closed without a decision. The committee then adjourned the meeting at 7:30 PM with a 5‑0 vote.

• Closed Putzer zoning map amendment request (no decision)
• Closed Trimscape Conditional Use Permit request (no decision)
• Closed Fox Storage Conditional Use Permit request (no decision)
• Closed EAA Inc Conditional Use Permit request (no decision)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:30 PM (5‑0)

Planning & Zoning Committee - DELIBERATIVE

The Winnebago County Planning & Zoning Committee will review several business items, including a zoning map amendment and multiple conditional use permits. Items involve parcels in the Towns of Rushford, Nekimi, and Oshkosh. The committee may approve, modify, or deny each request.

• Zoning map amendment – Parcel ID 022-0837 – 2679 Lost Ln, Omro (Town of Rushford)
• Conditional Use Permit – Trimscape Landscape & Maintenance – Corner of State Rd 44 & Clairville Rd, Oshkosh (Town of Nekimi)
• Conditional Use Permit – Fox Storage (Tim & Anne Zillges) – 4620 Red Fox Rd #1‑4, Town of Oshkosh
• Conditional Use Permit – EAA Inc – Parcel north of 4310 Waupun Rd, Oshkosh (Town of Nekimi)
• 1‑Year Conditional Use Review – Bartels Enterprises Inc – 1679 W Waukau Ave, Oshkosh (Town of Nekimi)

The Planning & Zoning Committee approved a zoning map amendment for the Putzer property and forwarded it to the County Board. It also approved conditional use permits for Trimscape Landscape & Maintenance, Fox Storage, and EAA Inc, each with conditions. All motions passed unanimously with a 5-0 vote.

• Approved zoning map amendment for Putzer property, forwarded to County Board (5-0)
• Approved Conditional Use Permit for Trimscape Landscape & Maintenance (5-0)
• Approved Conditional Use Permit for Fox Storage (5-0)
• Approved Conditional Use Permit for EAA Inc (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

UW Education, Extension & Agriculture Committee

The UW Education, Extension & Agriculture Committee will review program reports and facility updates for the James P. Coughlin Center. The committee will also discuss updates regarding the closure of UWO Fox Cities.

• UWO Fox Cities closure updates and discussion
• June 2025 Extension Winnebago County Review
• FoodWIse Federal Funding Update
• James P. Coughlin Center facility updates

The committee approved the June 18, 2025 meeting minutes with a 5‑0‑0 vote. A motion to adjourn was passed 4‑0‑0. Members discussed the elimination of SNAP‑Ed funding for FoodWise and possible budget requests, but no formal decisions were made.

• Approved June 18, 2025 meeting minutes (5-0-0)
• Adjourned meeting (4-0-0)

County Board of Supervisors

The Winnebago County Board will consider a consent calendar that includes several resolutions, notably an agreement and lease with Basler Turbo Conversions for airport operations. Other items include a $350,000 DOJ grant, a $280,000 Safe Streets planning grant, a $120,000 opioid settlement request, and a public participation plan for the 2026 land use plan. The meeting also features reports, appointments, and a presentation on the High Frequency Low Severity program.

• Resolution 0157-072025: Airport Operator's Agreement & Lease with Basler Turbo Conversions, LLC
• Resolution 0158-072025: $350,000 grant from Wisconsin DOJ for COSSUP Wisconsin Deflection Initiative
• Resolution 0159-072025: $280,000 Safe Streets and Roads for All planning grant
• Resolution 0163-072025: Request $120,000 from 2026 budget for Sheriff’s Office opioid program
• Resolution 0166-072025: Adoption of Public Participation Plan for 2026 Comprehensive Future Land Use Plan

The Winnebago County Board adopted the Airport Operator's Agreement and lease with Basler Turbo Conversions, LLC d/b/a Basler Flight Service. It also approved several appointments, including the ARPA Strategy & Outcomes Commission members, a reappointment to the Board of Adjustment, and the appointment of Brenda Pluchinsky to District 23. Additional consent‑calendar items approved were the June 17, 2025 adjourned session proceedings and a five‑year grant contract with the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection.

• Approved Airport Operator's Agreement & Lease with Basler Flight Service (consent calendar)
• Approved ARPA Strategy & Outcomes Commission appointments (voice vote, 1 abstain – Cox)
• Reappointed Greg Kargus to Board of Adjustment (voice vote)
• Appointed Brenda Pluchinsky to District 23 seat (voice vote)
• Approved Park View Health Center Committee appointment (voice vote)
• Approved five‑year Grant Contract with DATCP for land & water conservation (consent calendar)
• Approved proceedings for June 17, 2025 adjourned session (consent calendar)
• Approved $350,000 Wisconsin DOJ grant request was pulled from consent calendar (not approved)

Aging & Disability Resource Center Commission

The Winnebago County Aging & Disability Resource Center Commission will meet to approve minutes, review an annual report, and discuss legislative updates. The body will also receive a data report and hear community feedback.

• Approval of June 9, 2025 meeting minutes
• Review of Aging Populations and Housing Needs
• Presentation of the Annual Report
• Review of Legislative Updates
• Data Report and Committee Member Updates

The ADRC Committee approved the minutes from the June 9, 2025 meeting. No other motions were voted on. The meeting was adjourned at 4:25 p.m. The next meeting is set for August 11, 2025.

• Approved June 9, 2025 minutes (motion carried)
• Adjourned meeting (motion carried)

One Time Event

This is a notice for the Eureka Parade on July 12, 2025. The document states that no Winnebago County business will be conducted and it is not a formal meeting of the Board of Supervisors.

Planning & Zoning Committee - DELIBERATIVE

The Deliberative and Planning meetings scheduled for July 11, 2025, have been cancelled. This follows the cancellation of a June 24, 2025, public hearing due to a lack of quorum.

• Cancellation of July 11, 2025, Deliberative meeting
• Cancellation of July 11, 2025, Planning meeting
• Rescheduling of June 24, 2025, Public Hearing to July 17, 2025

Planning & Zoning Committee - PLANNING

The Planning & Zoning Committee’s deliberative and planning meetings scheduled for July 11, 2025 were cancelled because the public hearing on June 24, 2025 did not occur. A special public hearing has been scheduled for July 17, 2025 at 6:00 PM, with a special deliberative meeting to follow immediately. Additional meetings on July 25, July 29, and August 8 were also cancelled because there are no items.

• July 11, 2025 deliberative meeting cancelled (originally 7:30 AM) due to missed public hearing on 06/24/2025
• July 11, 2025 planning meeting cancelled (originally 7:45 AM)
• Special public hearing rescheduled for July 17, 2025 at 6:00 PM, with a special deliberative meeting to follow
• July 25, 2025 viewing meeting cancelled (no items)
• July 29, 2025 public hearing and August 8, 2025 deliberative meeting cancelled (no items)

Board of Adjustment - DELIBERATIVE

The Board of Adjustment has no items to consider at the July 10, 2025 deliberative meeting. Consequently, no public hearing or viewing sessions will occur on June 19, June 24, or July 10, 2025.

Veterans Service Commission

The Commission will meet to receive office and legislative updates. The body will review and approve applications for aid to needy veterans under Wisconsin State Statutes.

• Review of confidential case applications for aid under Wisconsin Statute 45.81(3)
• Review of remaining aid to needy veterans under Wisconsin Statute 45.86

The Veterans Service Commission approved its meeting agenda and the June 12, 2025 minutes by unanimous voice vote. The commission entered and later exited a closed session to review confidential aid applications, which were approved. The commission also approved the pending aid applications under state statutes and then adjourned the meeting.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved June 12, 2025 minutes (unanimous voice vote)
• Entered closed session to review confidential aid applications (unanimous voice vote)
• Exited closed session (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved applications for aid under Wisconsin Statutes 45.81(3) and 45.86 (approval recorded)
• Adjourned meeting at 12:00 pm (unanimous voice vote)

County Board of Supervisors

The Wisconsin Towns Association’s Winnebago County unit met on July 10, 2025 at the Town of Poygan Town Hall. The agenda included a pledge of allegiance, roll call, an open forum for public comments, approval of the April 3, 2025 meeting minutes, and reports from the secretary‑treasurer and association leaders. No Winnebago County business was conducted, and the next unit meeting was scheduled for October 2, 2025 in Rushford.

• Approval of minutes from the April 3, 2025 WTA unit meeting
• Presentation of the June 30, 2025 financial statement by the secretary/treasurer
• Reports from WTA/TAC (Jim Erdman) and WTA leadership (Lee Engelbrecht and John Piechowski)
• Scheduling of the next unit meeting for October 2, 2025 at the Town of Rushford

Traffic Safety Commission

The Traffic Safety Commission will review three fatal or serious traffic crashes from the second quarter of 2025. The body will also discuss ATV/UTV routes and 2025 major road construction projects from the DOT.

• Review of crash on HWY 45 at HWY Y (5/10/2025)
• Review of crash on HWY II at Neuman Ln (5/12/2025)
• Review of crash on HWY E at Old E Road (6/30/2025)
• Discussion of 2025 Major Winnebago Road Construction Projects (DOT)
• Discussion of ATV/UTV Routes

The Traffic Safety Commission voted to approve the minutes from the April 9, 2025 meeting. No other substantive actions or approvals were taken. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved April 9, 2025 meeting minutes (motion carried)
• Adjourned meeting (motion carried)

East Wisconsin Counties Railroad Consortium

The East Wisconsin Counties Railroad Consortium will review and approve its March 12, 2025 meeting minutes and the Treasurer's financial report. It will consider and authorize payment of a 2024 invoice from the Dodge County Finance Department. The board will also discuss a contribution to update the Systemwide Economic Impact Study and set member county funding levels for 2026.

• Approve minutes of the March 12, 2025 meeting
• Approve the Treasurer's financial report
• Authorize payment of the Dodge County Finance Department invoice for 2024 services
• Authorize a contribution to update the Systemwide Economic Impact Study of the publicly‑owned railroad network
• Take action on the level of funding by member counties for 2026

The consortium approved payment of two Dodge County invoices ($950 and $4,605.41) and adopted the 2024 financial statement. It also voted to contribute $9,000 to update the systemwide economic impact study and recommended that each member county budget $30,000 for its 2026 contribution.

• Approved payment of $950 invoice to Dodge County Finance Department (motion carried)
• Approved payment of $4,605.41 invoice to Dodge County Corporation Counsel (motion carried)
• Approved the 2024 EWCRC annual Financial Statement (motion carried)
• Approved a $9,000 contribution to update the systemwide economic impact study (motion carried)
• Recommended each member county budget $30,000 for its 2026 contribution to EWCRC (motion carried)
• Approved the Financial Report for the period ending February 28, 2025 (motion carried)
• Approved the draft minutes of the March 12, 2025 meeting (motion carried)
• Adjourned the meeting (motion carried)

Board of Health

The Winnebago County Board of Health will approve the minutes from the June 10, 2025 meeting and review the income statement and 2025 budget planning process. The Director will also provide operational updates, including temporary and special event licensing and inspection, and performance management metrics.

• Approve minutes from June 10, 2025 Board of Health meeting
• Review of the income statement and 2025 budget planning process
• Overview of temporary and special event licensing and inspection
• Overview of all performance management metrics

The Board of Health confirmed a quorum of six members and voted to approve the June 2025 meeting minutes with a 6‑0 vote. The board then unanimously voted to adjourn the July 8, 2025 meeting. No other formal actions were taken.

• Approved June 2025 Board of Health meeting minutes (6-0)
• Adjourned July 8, 2025 meeting (6-0)

Parks Commission

The Winnebago County Parks Commission will discuss scheduling for the General Parks and Buoy tours. Director Adam Breest will provide updates on several infrastructure and improvement projects.

• Scheduling of Winnebago County Parks Buoy Tour
• Scheduling of Winnebago County Parks General Parks Tour
• Sunnyview Exposition Center West Campus Improvement Project update
• Waukau Dam Restoration and Improvement Project update
• County-Wide Boat Launch Pass research update

The commission approved the meeting agenda and the June 10 minutes, each by a 7‑0 vote. Members selected August 12 as the date for both the buoy tour and the general parks tour, with a backup date of September 9. The meeting was adjourned by a 6‑0 vote.

• Adopt agenda approved (7-0)
• Approve June 10 minutes (7-0)
• Select August 12 for buoy and general parks tours (no vote recorded)
• Adjourn meeting (6-0)

Winnebago Waterways Committee

The Winnebago Waterways Executive Committee meeting will review updates on the Fox‑Wolf project, climate‑smart initiatives, and DNR permitting. Members will vote to approve the committee’s work plan and discuss new chair nominations. The agenda also includes discussion of the fall regional representative meeting and nominations for the Happiest Hour watershed awards.

• Fox‑Wolf project updates
• Climate Smart update and Advancing Markets for Producers (AMP)
• DNR permitting discussion
• Vote to approve the Waterways work plan
• New chair conversations and interest

Land Conservation Committee

The Winnebago County Land Conservation Committee will meet on July 7, 2025 to consider several agenda items. The committee will approve the June 2, 2025 meeting minutes, receive agency and director reports, and decide on a five‑year grant contract with the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection for staff, support and landowner cost‑sharing. Additional discussion will cover a possible Utility Task Vehicle for the department and cost‑share agreements for waterway and well projects.

• Authorize a five‑year Grant Contract between Winnebago County and the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) for staff, support and landowner cost‑sharing.
• Discuss the potential need for a Utility Task Vehicle (UTV) in the Land & Water Conservation Department.
• Approve LWCD Spirit Fund Program Cost‑Share Agreement SFP‑BMP‑25‑12 for the Daniel E. & Gina D. Stokes Waterway System and Stream Crossing Project.
• Approve LWCD Spirit Fund Program Cost‑Share Agreement SFP‑BMP‑25‑13 for the Kathryn Burton Well Abandonment Project.
• Approve LWCD Spirit Fund Program Cost‑Share Agreement SFP‑BMP‑25‑14 for the Timothy & Jennifer Eddy Well Abandonment Project.

The minutes contain only boilerplate notices about a PDF licensing message and do not record any decisions, approvals, denials, or actions by the Land Conservation Committee.

Judiciary & Public Safety Committee

The Winnebago County Judiciary and Public Safety Committee will consider several opioid‑related actions, including a request for a $350,000 grant from the Wisconsin Department of Justice to fund the COSSUP Wisconsin Deflection Initiative. It will also review a $120,000 budget request from the National Opioid Abatement Settlement Fund for the Sheriff’s Office contract with Solutions Recovery, Inc. Additional items include authorizing an easement for a warning siren and resolutions on opioid litigation authority.

• Authorize Winnebago County Emergency Management to enter an easement with the City of Oshkosh for an outdoor warning siren at 929 Winnebago Ave.
• Request $120,000 from the National Opioid Abatement Settlement Fund for the Sheriff’s Office contract with Solutions Recovery, Inc.
• Resolution confirming and ratifying the authority of counsel to add additional defendants to opioid litigation (MDL 2804).
• $350,000 grant from the Wisconsin Department of Justice, Bureau of Justice Programs for the COSSUP Wisconsin Deflection Initiative.
• Resolution delegating authority to enter settlement agreements with opioid defendants to the Winnebago County Executive.

The Judiciary & Public Safety Committee approved five substantive actions, each passing unanimously. Approvals included an easement for a warning siren, a $120,000 budget allocation from the opioid settlement fund, authority for counsel to add defendants in opioid litigation, a $350,000 DOJ grant for the COSSUP Deflection Initiative, and delegation of settlement authority to the County Executive. All motions received a 5‑0 vote.

• Authorized Emergency Management easement for outdoor warning siren at 929 Winnebago Ave (5-0)
• Approved $120,000 inclusion from Opioid Settlement Fund in 2026 budget for Sheriff's Office contract (5-0)
• Ratified authority of counsel to add defendants to opioid litigation MDL 2804 (5-0)
• Approved $350,000 Wisconsin DOJ COSSUP Wisconsin Deflection Initiative Grant (5-0)
• Delegated authority to enter settlement agreements with opioid defendants to County Executive (5-0)

One Time Event

The County Board is not conducting official business; instead, Sheriff John Matz will read the Declaration of Independence at 8:00 a.m. on the courthouse steps at 415 Jackson Street in Oshkosh. The event is invitation‑only, no per diems will be paid, and accommodations for people with disabilities can be arranged with 24‑hour notice to the County Clerk.

• Reading of the Declaration of Independence by Sheriff John Matz at 8:00 a.m., July 4, 2025
• Location: Winnebago County Courthouse Steps, 415 Jackson Street, Oshkosh, WI
• No per diem payments because no County business is being conducted
• Disability accommodations available with 24‑hour notice to the County Clerk (phone: (920) 232‑3430)

One Time Event

The County Board of Supervisors is issuing an invitation only for the Oshkosh Fourth of July Parade on July 4, 2025 at 9:00 a.m. No Winnebago County business will be conducted and no per diems will be paid. The notice complies with the Wisconsin Open Meetings Law and includes a contact for disability accommodations.

• Oshkosh Fourth of July Parade, July 4, 2025, at 9:00 a.m.

One Time Event

The Winnebago County Board of Supervisors posted a notice to comply with the Wisconsin Open Meetings Law because a majority of members may attend. The notice invites the public to the Omro Fourth of July Parade on July 4, 2025 at 12:00 p.m. No county business will be conducted and no per diems will be paid. Disability accommodations can be arranged with 24‑hour notice to the County Clerk.

• Omro Fourth of July Parade – July 4, 2025, 12:00 p.m.

Personnel & Finance Committee

The Personnel & Finance Committee will discuss the budget process and review new hire reports. The body is considering the acceptance of two grants for justice programs and road planning.

• $350,000 Wisconsin Department of Justice grant for COSSUP Wisconsin Deflection Initiative
• $280,000 Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) Planning Grant
• Commendation for the 50th Anniversary of the Solid Waste Management Board

The Personnel & Finance Committee adopted its agenda and approved minutes from May 1 and June 5, 2025. It approved a $350,000 Wisconsin DOJ COSSUP Deflection Initiative grant and a $280,000 Safe Streets and Roads for All planning grant. The committee also approved a commendation for the Solid Waste Management Board’s 50th anniversary and then adjourned.

• Adopted agenda (5-0)
• Approved May 1 minutes (3-0-3)
• Approved June 5 minutes (4-0-1)
• Approved $350,000 COSSUP Deflection Initiative grant (5-0)
• Authorized $280,000 SS4A planning grant (4-0-1)
• Approved Solid Waste Management Board 50th‑anniversary commendation (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

One Time Event

The Winnebago County Board of Supervisors issued an invitation to the Neenah/Menasha Parade of Lights on July 3, 2025 at 9:00 p.m. The notice clarifies that no county business will be conducted and no per diems will be paid. Disability accommodations can be arranged with 24‑hour notice to the County Clerk (920‑232‑3430).

• Neenah/Menasha Parade of Lights scheduled for July 3, 2025 at 9:00 p.m.
• No per diems will be paid because no Winnebago County business will be conducted.
• Disability accommodations available upon 24‑hour notice to the County Clerk (phone 920‑232‑3430).

Aviation Committee

The Winnebago County Aviation Committee will meet to approve the minutes from its June 4, 2025 meeting. Members will hear updates on Hangar 13, the 2025 T‑Hangar project, an airport rate study, and self‑serve fuel operations. Additional reports on operations, the EAA, and the chair's activities will be presented, and business items may be considered.

• Approval of June 4, 2025 meeting minutes
• Hangar 13 demonstration update
• 2025 T‑Hangar project update
• Airport rate study update
• Self‑serve fuel update by Justin Rust

The Aviation Committee approved the minutes from the June 4, 2025 meeting with a 5‑0 vote. The meeting was then adjourned by a 5‑0 vote. No other formal actions were taken.

• Approved June 4, 2025 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Solid Waste Management Board

The Winnebago County Solid Waste Management Board will review and act on the proposed 2026 solid waste budget, the 2026‑2030 Capital Improvement Plan, and related authorizations. The board will also discuss 2026 tipping fees, material disposal charges, and long‑term department planning projects. A closed‑session segment will address the 2025/2026 tonnage and revenue report, partnership financial information, and the 2026 tipping fees. Minutes from the June 4, 2025 meeting will be approved.

• Approval of June 4, 2025 open‑session meeting minutes
• Closed‑session deliberation on the 2025/2026 tonnage & revenue report, partnership financial information, and 2026 tipping fees
• Consideration of the proposed 2026 solid waste budget and 2026‑2030 Capital Improvement Plan for submission to the County Executive
• Review of 2026 tipping fees and material disposal charges
• Discussion of proposed long‑term department planning and projects

The board approved the proposed 2026 Solid Waste Budget and the 2026‑2030 Capital Improvement Plan, authorizing submission to the County Executive. It also approved the 2026 tipping fees and material disposal charge increases. All motions passed unanimously (8‑0). The meeting additionally approved the prior minutes, convened and recessed from closed session, accepted the directors’ report, and adjourned.

• Approved June 4, 2025 minutes (8-0)
• Convene closed session to discuss 2025/2026 reports (8-0)
• Return to open session (8-0)
• Approved 2026 Solid Waste Budget and 2026‑2030 Capital Improvement Plan (8-0)
• Approved 2026 tipping fees and material disposal charges (8-0)
• Accepted Directors’ Report as presented (8-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 12:15 p.m. (8-0)

Planning & Zoning Committee - PUBLIC HEARING

The Winnebago County Planning & Zoning Committee will hold a public hearing on July 1, 2025. The committee will consider a business item to rescind and re‑create Chapter 27, Shoreland Zoning Ordinance of the Winnebago County General Code. Action may be taken on this ordinance. Public comments on agenda items are also scheduled.

• Rescind and re‑create Chapter 27 Shoreland Zoning Ordinance (Winnebago County General Code)

The Planning & Zoning Committee held a public hearing on rescinding and re‑creating Chapter 27 Shoreland Zoning Ordinance. Several witnesses testified against the proposed changes, each requesting removal of section 23. No further testimony was given and the ordinance item was closed without a vote. The meeting was adjourned by a 5‑0 vote.

• Public hearing on Chapter 27 Shoreland Zoning Ordinance closed without decision
• Meeting adjourned (5-0)

Planning & Zoning Committee - DELIBERATIVE

The Winnebago County Planning & Zoning Committee will meet on July 1, 2025. The committee will consider a motion to rescind and then re‑create Chapter 27 of the Shoreland Zoning Ordinance in the county General Code. Action may be taken on this business item. The meeting follows a public hearing and will be held at the James P. Coughlin Center.

• Rescind and re‑create Chapter 27 Shoreland Zoning Ordinance of the Winnebago County General Code

The Planning & Zoning Committee approved a motion to rescind and recreate Chapter 27 of the Shoreland Zoning Ordinance, excluding section 23, with a 5-0 vote. Supervisor Maribeth Gabert seconded the motion. No public comments were received on the agenda items. The meeting was then adjourned by a 5-0 vote.

• Rescinded and recreated Chapter 27 Shoreland Zoning Ordinance, excluding section 23 (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

UW Oshkosh Fox Cities Campus Board of Trustees

Winnebago County Executive Gordon Hintz will provide an update and collect community input regarding the future of the soon-to-be former UW Oshkosh Fox Cities Campus.

• Community forum held at United Way Fox Cities, 1455 Midway Rd, Menasha

Facilities & Property Management Committee

The Facilities & Property Management Committee will discuss an airport operator's agreement and lease with Basler Turbo Conversions, LLC. The body will also consider an electric underground easement agreement with Wisconsin Public Service Corporation and review a facilities space needs assessment.

• Electric Underground Easement Agreement with Wisconsin Public Service Corporation
• Airport Operator's Agreement & Lease with Basler Turbo Conversions, LLC dba Basler Flight Service
• Facilities Space Needs Assessment and Master Plan discussion
• Hours of operation for the David W. Albrecht Administration Building

The Facilities & Property Management Committee approved the Electric Underground Easement Agreement with Wisconsin Public Service Corporation and the Airport Operator's Agreement & Lease with Basler Turbo Conversions, LLC. Both motions passed unanimously (3-0). The committee also approved the May 6 and May 27 meeting minutes, each with a 3-0 vote. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved Electric Underground Easement Agreement with Wisconsin Public Service Corporation (3-0)
• Approved Airport Operator's Agreement & Lease with Basler Turbo Conversions, LLC (3-0)
• Approved May 6, 2025 minutes (3-0)
• Approved May 27, 2025 minutes (3-0)

Planning & Zoning Committee - PUBLIC HEARING

The Winnebago County Planning & Zoning Committee will hold a public hearing on June 24, 2025. The committee will consider a zoning map amendment for 2679 Lost Lane in the Town of Rushford and conditional use permit applications for parcels in the Towns of Nekimi and Oshkosh. Action may be taken on any of these business items.

• Zoning map amendment for Parcel ID 022-0837, 2679 Lost Ln, Omro (Town of Rushford)
• Conditional Use Permit for Trimscape Landscape & Maintenance, Parcel ID 012-0113-02, corner of State Rd 44 & Clairville Rd, Oshkosh (Town of Nekimi)
• Conditional Use Permit for Fox Storage (Tim & Anne Zillges), Parcel ID 018-0336-01-04, 4620 Red Fox Rd #1-4, Town of Oshkosh
• Conditional Use Permit for EAA Inc., Parcel ID 012-0177, parcel north of 4310 Waupun Rd, Oshkosh (Town of Nekimi)

The Planning and Zoning Committee meeting on June 24, 2025 was unable to be called to order because a quorum of three voting members was not present. Four supervisors attended, but two were remote via Microsoft Teams and could not vote. No decisions, approvals, or denials were made.

Human Services Board

The Winnebago County Human Services Board will hold a public hearing for input on the 2026 budget planning process. The Board will review and recommend the 2026 Human Services Budget to the County Executive.

• Public hearing for 2026 budget planning for the Department of Human Services
• Review and recommendation of the 2026 Human Services Budget
• 2024 Annual Report

The board unanimously approved the minutes from the May 28 and May 12 meetings. A motion to submit the 2025 Human Services budget as presented was carried by a 7‑1 vote after an amendment to lower the tax levy increase was not seconded. The meeting was adjourned at 4:46 p.m. and the next meeting was tentatively set for July 28.

• Approve May 28, 2025 Human Services Board minutes (8-0)
• Accept May 12, 2025 ADRC Committee minutes (8-0)
• Approve 2025 Human Services budget as presented (7-1)
• Amendment to reduce tax levy increase from 18.3% to 12.3% not seconded (no vote)
• Adjourn meeting (carried)

Highway Committee

The Winnebago County Highway Committee will meet on June 23, 2025. The committee will consider approving and accepting the OpenGov bid awarded to Northeast Asphalt, Inc. for the 2025 LRIP projects in Winnebago County. The agenda also includes routine items such as approval of the May 19, 2025 minutes, a CTH‑E project update, and public comments.

• Approve and accept the OpenGov bid awarded to Northeast Asphalt, Inc. for the 2025 LRIP projects
• Approve the May 19, 2025 Highway Committee minutes
• CTH‑E Project update from the Highway Commissioner
• Public comments on agenda items
• Committee member comments

The committee approved the May 19, 2025 meeting minutes by a 4‑0 voice vote. It then approved and accepted the OpenGov bid awarded to Northeast Asphalt, Inc. for the 2025 LRIP Projects, passing the motion 5‑0. The next meeting was set for July 28, 2025 and the committee adjourned at 5:32 p.m.

• Approved May 19, 2025 meeting minutes (4‑0 voice vote, Harrison absent)
• Approved and accepted OpenGov bid to Northeast Asphalt, Inc. for 2025 LRIP Projects (5‑0 voice vote)
• Discussed ATV/UTV road closure list; no decision made, to be revisited at July meeting
• Adjourned meeting (5‑0 voice vote)

Planning & Zoning Committee - VIEWING

The Winnebago County Planning & Zoning Committee will consider a zoning map amendment for the Putzer property at 2679 Lost Lane in Omro. It will also review conditional use permit applications for several parcels in the Town of Nekimi and Town of Oshkosh, including sites on State Rd 44, Red Fox Rd, Waupun Rd, W Waukau Ave, and W Ripple Ave. The committee may take action on any of these business items.

• Zoning map amendment – Putzer, John/Kate Rev Tst, Parcel ID 022-0837, 2679 Lost Ln, Omro (Town of Rushford)
• Conditional use permit – Trimscape Landscape & Maintenance, Parcel ID 012-0113-02, corner of State Rd 44 & Clairville Rd, Oshkosh (Town of Nekimi)
• Conditional use permit – Fox Storage (Tim & Anne Zillges), Parcel ID 018-0336-01-04, 4620 Red Fox Rd #1-4, Town of Oshkosh
• Conditional use permit – EAA Inc, Parcel ID 012-0177, parcel north of 4310 Waupun Rd, Oshkosh (Town of Nekimi)
• 1‑Year conditional use reviews – Bartels Enterprises Inc (1679 W Waukau Ave) and Ripple Acres LLC (2639 W Ripple Ave), Town of Nekimi

The Planning & Zoning Committee did not convene on June 20, 2025 because a quorum was not present. No actions were taken, approved, denied, or tabled.

Board of Adjustment - VIEWING

The Winnebago County Board of Adjustment has no items scheduled for its June 2025 public hearing. Consequently, the scheduled meetings for June 19 and June 24, 2025, are cancelled.

• No Board of Adjustment items scheduled for June 2025
• Cancelled meeting: June 19, 2025 (Viewing)
• Cancelled meeting: June 24, 2025 (Public Hearing)

Park View Health Center Committee

The committee will receive financial, census, and staffing reports from the Director. The meeting includes a proposed closed session to deliberate on a Baker Tilly case study and associated report.

• Director's financial report
• Director's census report
• Director's staffing update
• Closed session regarding Baker Tilly case study and report

The committee adopted its agenda and approved the minutes from the May 15, 2025 meeting. No other actions or votes were recorded.

• Adopted agenda (no vote recorded)
• Approved May 15, 2025 meeting minutes (no vote recorded)

UW Education, Extension & Agriculture Committee

The Winnebago County UW Education, Extension & Agriculture Committee will meet to review program reports and facility updates. The committee will also discuss updates regarding the closure of UWO Fox Cities.

• Discussion of UWO Fox Cities closure updates
• Review of April & May 2025 Extension Winnebago County reports
• James P. Coughlin Center facility updates
• Reports from Winnebago County Fair Association and Human Development & Relationships

The committee voted 5‑0 to approve the May 21, 2025 meeting minutes. A motion to adjourn the June 18, 2025 meeting was also passed unanimously. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved May 21, 2025 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Adjourned June 18, 2025 meeting (5-0)

Industrial Development Board

The Winnebago County Industrial Development Board will elect officers for one‑year terms and discuss a possible commitment of no more than $1,000,000 to fund a revolving loan program that would expedite housing development in the county. The board will also approve the minutes from the May 13, 2025 meeting and hear public comments.

• Election of officers (Chairperson, Vice Chairperson, Secretary/Treasurer) for one‑year terms
• Discussion and possible commitment of up to $1,000,000 for a revolving loan program to accelerate housing development
• Approval of May 13, 2025 meeting minutes
• Public comments from attendees
• Scheduling of the next meeting

The Industrial Development Board amended and adopted a motion to commit no more than $1,000,000 to a revolving loan fund that will expedite housing development, contingent on a $3.5 million commitment from the Spirit Fund. The amendment was adopted unanimously (8‑0). The board also elected its officers and approved the meeting minutes, each by an 8‑0 vote.

• Approved amendment to minutes changing seconding board member (8-0)
• Elected Frank Frassetto as Board Chair (8-0)
• Elected Sean Fitzgerald as Vice Chair (8-0)
• Elected Amber Hoppa as Secretary/Treasurer (8-0)
• Approved amended motion committing up to $1,000,000 to revolving loan fund, contingent on Spirit Fund commitment (8-0)
• Adjourned meeting (8-0)

Facilities & Property Management Committee

The Winnebago County Facilities and Property Management Committee will meet on June 17, 2025. The committee will discuss and approve a lease to operate a child care center at the Fox Cities location. It will also consider authorizing the County Executive’s Office to sign and negotiate leases for the UWO Fox Cities Campus.

• Discuss and approve a lease to operate the Child Care Center at Fox Cities
• Discuss and authorize the Office of the County Executive to sign and negotiate leases related to the UWO Fox Cities Campus

The Facilities & Property Management Committee adopted its agenda, approved a lease to operate the Fox Cities Child Care Center, and authorized the County Executive to sign and negotiate short‑term leases for the UWO Fox Cities campus. All motions passed unanimously. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Adopt agenda (5-0)
• Approve lease to operate the Child Care Center at Fox Cities (5-0)
• Approve County Executive's authority to sign and negotiate short‑term leases for UWO Fox Cities campus (5-0)
• Adjourn meeting (5-0)

County Board of Supervisors

The Winnebago County Board will consider a range of items including rezoning petitions, a consent calendar of zoning amendments, and several resolutions and an ordinance. Key actions include adopting an ATVT routes ordinance, approving a ground lease with Below Minimums Aviation, LLC, transferring the Tri-County Ice Arena to Appleton Ice, Inc., and authorizing budget transfers of $240,000 for a vehicle leasing program and $870,000 for the UW-FCC. The board will also vote on a grant for AEDs and grant authority to sign leases for the UW Fox Cities campus.

• ORDINANCE 0148-062025: Amend Section 7.16 on All‑Terrain Vehicle routes
• RESOLUTION 0150-062025: Ground lease agreement with Below Minimums Aviation, LLC
• RESOLUTION 0151-062025: Transfer ownership of Tri‑County Ice Arena to Appleton Ice, Inc.
• RESOLUTION 0152-062025: Authorize $240,000 budget transfer for vehicle leasing program
• RESOLUTION 0154-062025: Approve $870,000 budget amendment from General Fund to UW‑FCC

The Winnebago County Board adopted an amended agenda and reappointed Supervisor Steven Binder to the Parks Commission, both by voice vote. It also passed commendations for retiring employees Stacey Carlson and Brian Konkel. Finally, the board adopted the consent calendar, approving four zoning amendment ordinances for parcels in Neenah, Winneconne, Omro, and Clayton.

• Adopted amended agenda (voice vote)
• Reappointed Steven Binder to the Parks Commission (voice vote)
• Adopted Resolution 146-062025 commendation for Stacey Carlson (voice vote)
• Adopted Resolution 147-062025 commendation for Brian Konkel (voice vote)
• Approved zoning amendment for LFK Enterprises LLC, B‑3 to R‑1 (voice vote)
• Approved zoning amendment for Dennis R. Lang, A‑2 to R‑1 (voice vote)
• Approved zoning amendment for Bryon K. Litton, B‑2 & A‑2 to A‑2 (voice vote)
• Approved zoning amendment for Town of Clayton, A‑2 to B‑2 (voice vote)

Veterans Service Commission

The Winnebago County Veterans Service Commission will review and approve applications for financial aid under Wisconsin Statutes 45.81(3) and assess remaining aid under Statute 45.86. A closed session will be held to consider confidential case applications that could harm individuals' reputations if discussed publicly. The meeting also includes general office updates, legislative updates, and routine agenda approvals.

• Approval of applications for aid under Wisconsin Statute 45.81(3)
• Review of remaining aid to needy veterans under Wisconsin Statute 45.86
• Closed session to review confidential case applications
• General office updates
• Federal, state, and local legislative updates

The Veterans Service Commission approved its meeting agenda and the minutes from the May 8, 2025 meeting. It entered closed session to consider confidential applications for aid under Wisconsin Statutes 45.81(3) and later exited closed session. The financial report was accepted and the next meeting was scheduled for July 10, 2025.

• Approved meeting agenda (all ayes)
• Approved May 8, 2025 minutes (all ayes)
• Entered closed session to review confidential aid applications (all ayes)
• Exited closed session (all ayes)
• Accepted financial report (all ayes)
• Set next meeting for July 10, 2025 at 11:00 am (all ayes)
• Adjourned meeting at 12:20 pm (all ayes)

Board of Health

The Board of Health will meet to receive operational updates from public health divisions and review the year-to-date income statement. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from May 13, 2025.

• Review of Year to Date Income Statement
• Operational Updates from Public Health Divisions
• Approval of May 13, 2025 minutes

The Board of Health approved the May 13, 2025 meeting minutes; three members voted yes and one abstained. A motion to adjourn was then passed unanimously by the four members present in person. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved May 13 minutes (3 yes, 0 no, 1 abstain)
• Adjourned meeting (4 yes, 0 no, 0 abstain)

Parks Commission

The Winnebago County Parks Commission will meet to approve minutes, elect a chair and vice chair, and review department updates including the Sunnyview Exposition Center West Campus Improvement Project.

• Approval of April 8, 2025 minutes
• Election of Chair, Vice Chair, and Secretary
• Review of Sunnyview Exposition Center West Campus Improvement Project
• Review of Community Park Shelter 1 and 2 Project
• Review of Waukau Dam Restoration and Improvement Project

The Parks Commission adopted its agenda and approved the April 8, 2025 meeting minutes. Karen Powers was appointed Chair, Steve Binder Vice Chair, and James Ponzer Secretary, each by a 7‑0 vote. The commission set its regular meeting time to the second Tuesday of each month at 8 a.m. The meeting was adjourned by a unanimous motion.

• Adopt agenda – passed 7-0 (Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0)
• Approve April 8, 2025 minutes – passed 5-0-2 (Yes 5, No 0, Abstained 2)
• Appoint Karen Powers as Chair – passed 7-0
• Appoint Steve Binder as Vice Chair – passed 7-0
• Appoint James Ponzer as Secretary – passed 7-0
• Set regular meeting schedule to second Tuesday of each month at 8 a.m. – agreed
• Adjourn meeting – passed 7-0 (Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0)

Aging & Disability Resource Center Commission

The Winnebago County Aging & Disability Resource Center Commission will meet to consider business items including specialized transportation and dementia program updates. The commission will also review legislative updates and a data report.

• Specialized Transportation
• Dementia Program Updates by Alisa Richetti
• Legislative Updates
• Data Report by Brian Nagler

The ADRC Committee approved the minutes from the May 12, 2025 meeting, noting a possible future amendment. Jim Lauer moved to approve the minutes and KristL Laux seconded the motion. No vote tally was recorded. No other substantive actions were decided at this meeting.

• Approved May 12 minutes with possible amendment (motion by Jim Lauer, seconded by KristL Laux)

Planning & Zoning Committee - DELIBERATIVE

The Winnebago County Planning & Zoning Committee will consider four items related to zoning map amendments and a plat. The items involve parcels in the Towns of Algoma, Neenah, Winneconne, and Omro, identified by parcel IDs and locations. Action may be taken on any of the business items.

• Springhetti Lake – parcels 002-0027, 002-0025, 002-0020, 002-0022 south of 1895 Leonard Point Rd (Town of Algoma) – plat
• LFK Enterprises LLC – parcel 010-0330-02 at 1394 County Rd JJ, Neenah (Town of Neenah) – zoning map amendment
• Dennis Lang – parcel 030-0064-02-02 at corner of Lyngaas Rd and E Lyngaas Rd, Winneconne (Town of Winneconne) – zoning map amendment
• Bryon Litton – parcel 016-0053-01 on Broderick Rd (across from 1391 & 1395 Broderick Rd) (Town of Omro) – zoning map amendment

The Planning and Zoning Committee voted to approve the preliminary plat for Springhetti Lake parcels (IDs 002-0027, 002-0025, 002-0020, 002-0022) with county conditions and an added PDD condition, passing 3‑2. The committee also approved three zoning map amendments—LFK Enterprises LLC (parcel 010-0330-02), Dennis Lang (parcel 030-0064-02-02), and Bryon Litton (parcel 016-0053-01)—and forwarded each to the County Board, each vote 5‑0.

• Approved Springhetti Lake preliminary plat with county conditions (3‑2)
• Approved LFK Enterprises LLC zoning map amendment, forwarded to County Board (5‑0)
• Approved Dennis Lang zoning map amendment, forwarded to County Board (5‑0)
• Approved Bryon Litton zoning map amendment, forwarded to County Board (5‑0)

Planning & Zoning Committee - PLANNING

The Planning & Zoning Committee will discuss the Public Participation Plan and a proposal from the East Central Wisconsin Regional Plan Commission for the 2026 Comprehensive Plan. The body will also review a zoning change for the Town of Clayton and an update to the Chapter 27 County Shoreland Ordinance.

• Proposed Public Participation Plan Resolution for the 2026 Comprehensive Future Land Use Plan
• Proposal from East Central Wisconsin Regional Plan Commission for 2026 Comprehensive Plan assistance
• Town of Clayton Zoning Change for Parcel ID 006-0340-02-03
• Chapter 27 County Shoreland Ordinance rewrite

The Planning and Zoning Committee approved several items, including the Public Participation Plan for the 2026 Comprehensive Future Land Use Plan and a contract up to $24,999 with the East Central Wisconsin Regional Plan Commission. It forwarded a Town of Clayton zoning change to the County Board and adopted revised language for the Chapter 27 Shoreland Ordinance, adding boathouse provisions. The committee adopted the most recent Chapter 27 ordinance language with discussed exceptions (4‑1) and scheduled a special public hearing on July 1, 2025 to consider the shoreland changes.

• Approved meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved Public Participation Plan and forward resolution to County Board (5-0)
• Approved East Central Wisconsin Regional Plan Commission assistance contract up to $24,999 (5-0)
• Approved forwarding Town of Clayton zoning change to County Board (5-0)
• Approved adding boathouse language to Section 7.5(1) of Chapter 27 Shoreland Ordinance (5-0)
• Adopted most recent Chapter 27 ordinance language with exceptions (4-1)
• Approved special public hearing on July 1, 2025 for Shoreland Zoning changes (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Board of Adjustment - DELIBERATIVE

The Winnebago County Board of Adjustment has no items to consider at the May 2025 public hearing. Consequently, no meetings are scheduled for May 22, May 27, or June 5, 2025.

Personnel & Finance Committee

The Winnebago County Personnel & Finance Committee will review departmental updates and consider three financial actions. These include authorizing a $240,000 transfer for a Facilities Department vehicle leasing program, approving a $9,641.88 grant for the Sheriff's Office to buy five defibrillators, and amending the budget by moving $870,000 from the General Fund to UW-FCC. The meeting will also approve recent meeting minutes, honor retiring employees, and address a claim from Optum Rx, Inc.

• Authorize $240,000 budget transfer for vehicle leasing program (Facilities Department)
• Authorize Sheriff's Office to accept $9,641.88 grant for five defibrillators
• Approve $870,000 budget amendment from General Fund to UW-FCC
• Approve May 1 and May 20, 2025 meeting minutes
• Notice of claim from Optum Rx, Inc.

The Personnel & Finance Committee approved a $870,000 budget amendment moving funds from the General Fund to the UW‑Fox Cities Campus. It also authorized a $240,000 transfer for a vehicle‑leasing program, accepted a $9,641.88 grant for new defibrillators, and denied a claim from Optum Rx. Commendations for two retiring employees were approved and the next meeting was set for July 3, 2025.

• Adopt agenda approved (5-0)
• Approve May 20, 2025 minutes carried (4-0-1)
• Authorize $240,000 budget transfer for vehicle leasing (3-1)
• Authorize $9,641.88 grant for sheriff's defibrillators (4-0)
• Approve $870,000 budget amendment to UW‑Fox Cities Campus (4-0)
• Approve commendations for retiring employees (4-0)
• Deny Optum Rx claim (4-0)
• Set next meeting date for July 3, 2025 (4-0)

Aviation Committee

The Winnebago County Aviation Committee will meet on June 4, 2025 at the Wittman Regional Airport terminal. The committee will consider approval of the May 7, 2025 meeting minutes, receive the Director's Report on NIFA SAFECON 2025 and the Hangar 13 demo update, and discuss and approve an Airport Operator's Agreement and Lease with Basler Turbo Conversions, LLC dba Basler Flight Service.

• Approve May 7, 2025 meeting minutes
• Director's Report: NIFA SAFECON 2025
• Director's Report: Hangar 13 demo update
• Discuss and approve Airport Operator's Agreement & Lease with Basler Turbo Conversions, LLC dba Basler Flight Service

The committee approved the May 7, 2025 meeting minutes (4‑yes, 0‑no, 1 abstention). It voted 5‑0 to approve an Airport Operator’s Agreement and a 16‑year lease with Basler Turbo Conversions, dba Basler Flight Service. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously.

• Approved May 7, 2025 meeting minutes (Yes 4, No 0, Abstained 1)
• Approved Airport Operator’s Agreement & 16‑year lease with Basler Turbo Conversions (Yes 5, No 0, Abstained 0)
• Adjourned meeting (Yes 5, No 0, Abstained 0)

Solid Waste Management Board

The Winnebago County Solid Waste Management Board will meet to elect a Chair, Vice Chair, and Secretary. The board will review the 2024 Solid Waste Annual Report and the 2024 Signing Municipal Recycling Financial Report. The meeting will conclude with tours of the Sunnyview and Snell Road sites.

• Election of Chair, Vice Chair, and Secretary
• Review of 2024 Solid Waste Annual Report
• Approval of 2024 Signing Municipal Recycling Financial Report
• Update on Landfill Gas Equipment Installation Project
• Tours of sites at 100 W County Road Y, 105 W County Road Y, and 3390 Walter Street

The Solid Waste Management Board approved the draft 2024 Solid Waste Annual Report and the 2024 Signing Municipal Recycling Financial Report, both unanimously. Board members were elected to the positions of Chair (Doug Nelson), Vice Chair (Howard Miller) and Secretary (Tim Paterson) by unanimous vote. The board also confirmed its regular meeting schedule and approved the Director’s Report. All motions passed with a 7‑0‑0 vote.

• Approved draft 2024 Solid Waste Annual Report (7-0-0)
• Approved 2024 Signing Municipal Recycling Financial Report (7-0-0)
• Elected Doug Nelson as Chair (7-0-0)
• Elected Howard Miller as Vice Chair (7-0-0)
• Elected Tim Paterson as Secretary (7-0-0)
• Confirmed standing meeting dates: first Wednesday 10:00 a.m., backup third Wednesday 10:00 a.m. (consensus)
• Approved Director’s Report (7-0-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 11:47 a.m. (7-0-0)

Land Conservation Committee

The committee will discuss livestock waste management and amendments to the Water Quality Improvement Program. Members will consider cost-share agreements for specific well abandonment, rain garden, and manure storage projects.

• Discussion on Chapter 13 Livestock Waste Management regarding idle storage facilities
• Proposed amendments to the Water Quality Improvement Program (WQIP)
• Spirit Fund cost-share agreements for projects by Douglas & Ann Knol, Wendy Stabler, Lydell Pethke, and Kafer Farms Holdings, LLC
• Water Quality Improvement Program cost-share agreement for Eric & Karen Larson well abandonment
• Review of Land & Water Conservation Department project lists

The Land Conservation Committee approved amendments to the Land & Water Conservation Department Water Quality Improvement Program with a 6‑0 vote. It also approved several LWCD Spirit Fund cost‑share agreements and a Winnebago County water‑quality cost‑share project, each passing 6‑0. The committee ratified the May 5, 2025 meeting minutes and adjourned the session.

• Approved May 5, 2025 meeting minutes (6‑0)
• Approved amendments to the Land & Water Conservation Department Water Quality Improvement Program (WQIP) (6‑0)
• Approved LWCD Spirit Fund Program Cost‑Share Agreements for SFP‑BMP‑25‑09, SFP‑BMP‑25‑10, SFP‑BMP‑25‑11, and SFP‑SH‑25‑02 projects (6‑0)
• Approved Winnebago County Water Quality Improvement Program CSA 25‑07, Eric & Karen Larson Well Abandonment Project (6‑0)
• Adjourned the meeting (6‑0)

Judiciary & Public Safety Committee

The Winnebago County Judiciary and Public Safety Committee will approve April meeting minutes, hear public comments, and act on a business item – the Capital Credit Union Elevate Communities Grant. The meeting also includes a presentation on the High Frequency Low Severity (HFLS) program and updates from the District Attorney, Corporation Counsel, and Sheriff.

• Capital Credit Union Elevate Communities Grant (business item)
• Presentation of the High Frequency Low Severity (HFLS) Program
• District Attorney update – recent trials and sentencings
• Corporation Counsel update – trainings and presentations
• Sheriff update – DOC, ATV/UTV matters

The Judiciary & Public Safety Committee approved the minutes from the April 7 and April 21, 2025 meetings. It passed a resolution authorizing the Sheriff’s Office to accept a $9,641.88 Capital Credit Union Elevate Communities grant to purchase five replacement automated external defibrillators. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved April 7, 2025 minutes (3-0)
• Approved April 21, 2025 minutes (3-0)
• Approved $9,641.88 grant for sheriff’s defibrillators (3-0)
• Adjourned meeting (3-0)

Human Services Board

The Winnebago County Human Services Board will meet on May 28, 2025 to approve minutes from prior meetings and consider a presentation on crisis center services. The agenda also includes leadership reports on recruitment and retention, a financial report, and updates from the director and board members. Action may be taken on any business items presented.

• Approve minutes of the April 28, 2025 Human Services meeting
• Accept minutes of the April 14, 2025 Aging and Disabilities Resource Center Commission
• Presentation on Crisis Center Services
• Report on recruitment and retention by Deputy Director Renee Soroko
• Financial report by Janet Rohloff

The Human Services Board approved the minutes of the April 28, 2025 meeting and accepted the minutes of the April 14, 2025 ADRC Committee meeting, both with unanimous votes (6-0). The board then adjourned the session at 3:54 p.m. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved April 28, 2025 Human Services Board minutes (6-0)
• Accepted April 14, 2025 ADRC Committee minutes (6-0)
• Adjourned meeting (motion carried)

Facilities & Property Management Committee

The Winnebago County Facilities & Property Management Committee will meet on May 27, 2025 to discuss and approve several agreements. Items include a ground lease with Below Minimums Aviation, LLC, an authorization to transfer ownership of the Tri‑County Ice Arena to Appleton Ice, Inc., and a lease to operate the Child Care Center at Fox Cities. The committee will also approve minutes from April meetings and receive reports on capital, maintenance, budget, and staffing.

• Discuss & approve a ground lease agreement with Below Minimums Aviation, LLC
• Authorize transfer of Tri‑County Ice Arena ownership to Appleton Ice, Inc.
• Discuss and approve a lease to operate the Child Care Center at Fox Cities

The Facilities & Property Management Committee unanimously approved the minutes from April 8 and April 22, 2025. It also unanimously approved a ground lease agreement with Below Minimums Aviation, LLC. The committee approved the transfer of ownership of the Tri‑County Ice Arena to Appleton Ice, Inc., noting the item will be revisited for additional work. The meeting was adjourned by a unanimous motion.

• Approved April 8 and April 22 minutes (5-0)
• Approved ground lease with Below Minimums Aviation, LLC (5-0)
• Approved transfer of Tri-County Ice Arena ownership to Appleton Ice, Inc. (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Board of Adjustment - PUBLIC HEARING

There are no items for the May 2025 Public Hearing. As a result, the viewing, public hearing, and deliberative meetings scheduled for May and June have been cancelled.

Planning & Zoning Committee - PUBLIC HEARING

The Planning & Zoning Committee will hold a public hearing to consider several land-use requests. The body will review three zoning map amendments and one plat application.

• Zoning Map Amendment: LFK Enterprises LLC, 1394 County Rd JJ, Neenah
• Zoning Map Amendment: Dennis Lang, Corner of Lyngaas Rd and E Lyngaas Rd, Winneconne
• Zoning Map Amendment: Bryon Litton, Broderick Rd, Town of Omro
• Plat: Springhetti Lake, south of 1895 Leonard Point Rd, Town of Algoma

The Planning & Zoning Committee heard public testimony on a Springhetti Lake plat and three zoning map amendment requests, but each item was closed without any approval, denial, or amendment. No votes were recorded on the proposals. The meeting was then adjourned by a 3-0-2 vote.

• Springhetti Lake plat discussion closed without decision
• LFK Enterprises LLC zoning map amendment request closed without decision
• Dennis Lang zoning map amendment request closed without decision
• Litton Bryon zoning map amendment request closed without decision
• Meeting adjourned (3-0-2)

UW Oshkosh Fox Cities Campus Board of Trustees

The University of Wisconsin Oshkosh‑Fox Cities Campus Board of Trustees announced that its scheduled meeting on May 26, 2025 has been cancelled. No agenda items were considered or decided. For questions, contact the Outagamie County Legislative Services office.

Planning & Zoning Committee - VIEWING

The Winnebago County Planning & Zoning Committee will meet on May 23, 2025, to consider four zoning map amendments and one plat for the Town of Algoma. The meeting will be held in the parking lot of the David W. Albrecht Administration Building.

• LFK Enterprises LLC - Zoning Map Amendment - 1394 County Rd JJ, Neenah
• Lang, Dennis - Zoning Map Amendment - Corner of Lyngaas Rd and E Lyngaas Rd, Winneconne
• Litton, Bryon - Zoning Map Amendment - Broderick Rd, Town of Omro
• Springhetti Lake - Plat - South of 1895 Leonard Point Rd, Town of Algoma

Board of Adjustment - VIEWING

There are no items for the May 2025 Public Hearing. Consequently, the viewing, public hearing, and deliberative meetings scheduled for May 22, May 27, and June 5 are cancelled.

UW Education, Extension & Agriculture Committee

The Winnebago County UW Education, Extension & Agriculture Committee will meet on May 21, 2025 to approve the April 16, 2025 meeting minutes and receive several reports, including the 2024 Extension Winnebago County Impact Report and facility updates for the James P. Coughlin Center. The agenda also includes an announcement of upcoming extension events and a discussion of the UWO Fox Cities campus closure. The meeting will conclude with setting the next meeting date for June 18, 2025.

• Approval of April 16, 2025 meeting minutes
• 2024 Extension Winnebago County Impact Report
• James P. Coughlin Center facility updates
• Announcement of upcoming extension events at County Board meeting
• Discussion of UWO Fox Cities campus closure updates

The UW Education, Extension & Agriculture Committee approved the April 16, 2025 meeting minutes with a 4‑0‑1 vote. The committee then adjourned the May 21, 2025 meeting with a unanimous 4‑0‑0 vote. No other substantive actions were decided.

• Approved April 16, 2025 meeting minutes (Yes 4, No 0, Abstained 1)
• Adjourned meeting (Yes 4, No 0, Abstained 0)

Winnebago County Housing Authority

The Winnebago County Housing Authority will hear finance reports, public comments, and updates on housing programs and property. It will consider a resolution to approve the 2024 year‑end audit. The board will also discuss contracts for building cameras and an operating‑system upgrade.

• Resolution 784-25: Approve WCHA Year‑End 2024 Audit
• Contract with TECC Security for building cameras
• Contract with MRI to update the operating system
• Accounts Payable Reports for March and April 2025
• First Quarter Financial Reports

The Winnebago County Housing Authority Board unanimously elected Robert Keller as Chairperson and Rebecca Hackett as Vice Chairperson. The Board also approved the March 25, 2025 meeting minutes and adopted Resolution 784-25 to approve the Year‑End 2024 audit. No public comments were received and the meeting was adjourned.

• Elected Robert Keller as Chairperson (3‑0 voice vote)
• Elected Rebecca Hackett as Vice Chairperson (3‑0 voice vote)
• Approved March 25, 2025 meeting minutes (3‑0 voice vote)
• Approved Resolution 784-25: Year‑End 2024 Audit (3‑0 voice vote)
• Adjourned meeting (3‑0 voice vote)

Personnel & Finance Committee

The Personnel & Finance Committee will meet to consider authorizing the application and acceptance of a grant. The funding is provided by the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources.

• Grant application and acceptance for the Butte des Mort Boat Landing Project from the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources

The Personnel & Finance Committee amended the agenda to add a secretary election, elected Supervisor Holt as secretary (4‑0), and authorized the County Executive to apply for and accept a $1,025,520 grant from the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources for the Butte des Mort Boat Landing Project (4‑0). The meeting was adjourned at 5:19 p.m.

• Amended agenda to add secretary election (4‑0)
• Adopted amended agenda (4‑0)
• Elected Supervisor Holt as committee secretary (4‑0)
• Authorized application for and acceptance of $1,025,520 DNR grant for Butte des Mort Boat Landing (4‑0)
• Adjourned meeting (4‑0)

County Board of Supervisors

The Winnebago County Board will vote on several resolutions, including the release of $500,000 of unused grant money to expand NOVA Counseling Services and a $25,000 allocation to review airport lease rates. It will also consider a grant application for the Butte des Mort Boat Landing Project and three zoning amendment petitions for parcels in Neenah, Winneconne, and Omro. Additional agenda items include commendations for retiring employees and the announcement of scholarship recipients.

• Resolution 0125-052025: Authorize relinquishment of $500,000 unused grant funds for NOVA Counseling Services
• Resolution 0124-052025: Authorize use of $25,000 from the Spirit Fund for airport lease rate review
• Resolution 0123-052025: Apply for and accept Wisconsin DNR grant for the Butte des Mort Boat Landing Project
• Petition for Zoning Amendment 001: Rezone parcel 010-0330-02 from B-3 to R-1 in the Town of Neenah
• Resolutions 0121-052025 and 0122-052025: Commendations for retiring employees Billie Verbruggen and Charlene Brehmer

The board voted by voice to confirm new members for the Board of Health, Solid Waste Management Board, Parks Commission, Human Services Board, Veterans Service Commission, and the Personnel & Finance Committee. It also adopted a resolution commending retiring employee Billie Verbruggen. Earlier, the agenda was adopted by voice vote. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Adopted agenda (voice vote)
• Approved Lucas Reinke to Board of Health (voice vote)
• Approved Doug Nelson, Howard Miller, Kevin Konrad to Solid Waste Management Board (voice vote)
• Approved Steven Binder, Karen Powers, James Ponzer, Rachael Dowling, Doug Nelson, Bob Albright, Larry Lautenschlager to Parks Commission (voice vote)
• Approved Walt Ulbricht, KristL Laux to Human Services Board (voice vote)
• Approved Jessica Briskie to Veterans Service Commission (voice vote)
• Approved Nate Gustafson to Personnel & Finance Committee (voice vote)
• Adopted Resolution 121-052025 commending Billie Verbruggen (voice vote)

Highway Committee

The Winnebago County Highway Committee will review updates on capital projects, including CTH‑E (N. Oakwood Road to CTH‑FF), CTH‑M (STH‑44 to STH‑91), and county road concrete repairs. It will also consider and vote on amendments to Section 7.16 of the General Code governing all‑terrain and utility‑terrain vehicle routes and regulations. Public comments will be heard, and the committee will approve the April 28, 2025 minutes. The meeting is scheduled for May 19, 2025 at 4:30 PM.

• Capital Project Updates: CTH‑E (N. Oakwood Road to CTH‑FF)
• Capital Project Updates: CTH‑M (STH‑44 to STH‑91)
• County Road Concrete Repairs
• Amendments to Section 7.16 of the General Code – ATV/UTV routes and regulations
• Approval of April 28, 2025 Highway Committee minutes

The committee approved the April 28, 2025 Highway Committee minutes by voice vote (4-0). A motion to delete “ATV” from Section 7.16 Line 62 failed with a 2‑2 vote. A resolution allowing the Sheriff's Department to advise on roads unsuitable for ATV/UTV traffic was adopted with a 3‑1 vote. The meeting was then adjourned by voice vote.

• Approved April 28, 2025 minutes (voice vote, 4-0)
• Amendment to delete “ATV” from Section 7.16 Line 62 failed (2-2)
• Resolution for Sheriff's Department input on ATV/UTV road safety carried (3-1)
• Meeting adjourned (voice vote)

County Board of Supervisors

The County Board of Supervisors will conduct a tour of various county facilities and potential sites for a new County Campus. The itinerary includes visits to administrative, maintenance, and human services buildings.

• Visit to Human Services Building at 220 Washington Avenue, Oshkosh
• Visit to Park View/Coughlin Campus site on Butler Avenue as a potential new County Campus site
• Visit to Neenah Human Services Building at 211 N. Commercial Street, identified for replacement in the Facility Condition Assessment
• Visit to Highway/Jail/Solid Waste Campus site as a potential new County Campus site

Safe Streets Initiative

The committee will receive updates and consider possible actions regarding various safe streets and diversion programs. The meeting includes reports on court-based initiatives and public health services.

• Drug Court and Mental Health Court updates
• Jail Reintegration and STAR Program updates
• 24/7 Alcohol and 24/7 Drug program updates
• District Attorney Diversion Programs review
• Reports from Breakwater, Public Health, Lifepoint, and StepUp

The board unanimously approved the meeting agenda. It also approved the minutes from the previous meeting. No other actions were voted on during this session.

• Approve agenda (all in favor)
• Approve minutes of last meeting (all in favor)

Park View Health Center Committee

The Winnebago County Park View Health Center Committee will meet to adopt its agenda, hear public comments, and approve the minutes from the April 17, 2025 meeting. A primary business item is the selection of a new chair for the committee. The director will present financial, census, staffing, and incentive‑pay usage reports. The meeting will also set the next meeting date for June 19, 2025.

• Appointment of a new chair for the Park View Committee
• Approval of April 17, 2025 meeting minutes
• Director's financial report
• Director's census report
• Director's staffing and incentive‑pay usage updates

The committee unanimously appointed Morris Cox as Vice Chair and Jim Ponzer as Secretary. The April 17, 2025 meeting minutes were approved. The agenda was adopted and the next meeting was scheduled for June 19, 2025.

• Morris Cox appointed Vice Chair (unanimous vote)
• Jim Ponzer appointed Secretary (unanimous vote)
• April 17, 2025 meeting minutes approved
• Agenda adopted
• Next meeting scheduled for June 19, 2025

Highway Committee

The Northeast Region Commissioners and Committee Members will meet to receive updates from state and regional transportation agencies. The agenda focuses on presentations from the Wisconsin Department of Transportation and the Wisconsin County Highway Association.

• Presentation by Andi Bill, Director of Wisconsin’s Local Technical Assistance Program (WI-LAP)
• Statewide update from WisDOT Director of Maintenance Rebecca Szymkowski
• NE Region update from WisDOT Deputy Director Chad DeGraves
• Update from Wisconsin County Highway Association Executive Director Patrick Vander Sanden

Industrial Development Board

The Winnebago County Industrial Development Board will discuss a possible five‑year funding commitment for the Greater Oshkosh Economic Development Corporation’s Future in Focus fundraising campaign. A status report on the IDB Revolving Loan Fund Programs will be presented. The board will also review a proposed amendment to Article V, Section 2 of the Winnebago County Industrial Development Corporation bylaws to change the term language from “annually” to “to 2‑year terms.”

• Discussion and possible action on a 5‑year funding commitment for GO‑EDC Future in Focus campaign
• Status report by Greater Oshkosh Economic Development Corporation on IDB Revolving Loan Fund Programs
• Proposed amendment to replace “annually” with “to 2‑year terms” in Article V, Section 2 of the corporation bylaws

The board approved the March 20, 2025 meeting minutes unanimously (9-0). It approved a five‑year funding commitment to the Greater Oshkosh Economic Development Corporation, contingent on annual IDB approval and other conditions, also unanimously (9-0). The board amended its bylaws to change officer elections from annual to two‑year terms, effective April 2026, with an 8-0 vote. The meeting was adjourned with an 8-0 vote.

• Approved March 20, 2025 minutes (9-0)
• Approved 5‑year funding commitment to GO‑EDC, contingent on conditions (9-0)
• Amended IDB bylaws to set officer terms to 2 years, effective April 2026 (8-0)
• Adjourned meeting (8-0)

Advisory Committee for Children's Voluntary Services

The committee will review updates on various children's services and discuss 2025 focus areas. The meeting includes a presentation from Reflections of Grace Performing Arts School.

• Presentation by Reflections of Grace Performing Arts School
• Updates on Children's COP and CLTS Services waitlists and programs
• Review of Birth-to-Three Services
• Review of CCS/CST Youth Services
• Discussion of 2025 Focus Areas and Committee Role

The Advisory Committee approved the February 2025 meeting minutes after a motion by Liz Schlosser and a second by Hannah Ulwelling; the motion carried. The meeting was then adjourned at 1:35 p.m. following a motion by Wendy Hein, which also carried. No other decisions were recorded.

• Approved February 2025 meeting minutes (motion carried)
• Adjourned meeting at 1:35 p.m. (motion carried)

Parks & Recreation Committee

The Parks and Recreation Committee meeting scheduled for May 13, 2025, was canceled. Consequently, no agenda items, reports, or decisions will be considered at this time.

Board of Health

The Winnebago County Board of Health will meet to fill leadership positions for Vice-Chairperson and Secretary. The board will also review the year-to-date income statement and the 2024 Annual Report.

• Election of a New Board of Health Vice-Chairperson
• Election of a Board of Health Secretary
• Review of YTD Income Statement
• Presentation of 2024 Annual Report

The Board of Health approved the April meeting minutes by a 5‑0 vote. Kay Horan was elected Vice Chair with a 4‑2 vote. Kate Hancock-Cooke was elected Secretary with a unanimous 6‑0 vote. The meeting was adjourned by a 6‑0 vote.

• Approved April meeting minutes (5-0)
• Elected Kay Horan as Vice Chair (4-2)
• Elected Kate Hancock-Cooke as Secretary (6-0)
• Adjourned meeting (6-0)

Aging & Disability Resource Center Commission

The Aging & Disability Resource Center Commission will meet to review committee updates and a data report. The agenda consists primarily of procedural items and community feedback.

• Approval of April 14, 2025, meeting minutes
• Data report presented by Brian Nagler
• Community Beat sharing of compliments and complaints from consumers and providers

The committee approved the minutes from the April 14, 2025 meeting after a motion by Jim Lauer and a second by Harold Singstock. The ADRC newsletter font size was increased in response to consumer feedback. No other formal actions were taken at this meeting.

• Approved April 14, 2025 meeting minutes (motion passed)
• Increased ADRC newsletter font size

Planning & Zoning Committee - PLANNING

The Winnebago County Planning & Zoning Committee will meet to discuss the rewrite of the Chapter 27 County Shoreland Ordinance. The committee may take action to forward the revised ordinance to the WI DNR for review.

• Update and possible action on Chapter 27 County Shoreland Ordinance rewrite

The committee approved the meeting minutes with a 4-0-1 vote (one abstention). It adopted multiple revisions to Chapter 27 Shoreland Ordinance, including adding a notice requirement to section 3.6(1)(b), omitting sections 7.4 and 7.6, referencing Chapter 26 in article 8.1, adding “PDD” when “PUD” is mentioned, and limiting references in article 22.1(2)(a) to specific sections. All amendment motions passed unanimously with 5-0 votes. The revised ordinance will be presented at the next planning meeting and, if approved, will go to a public hearing in July.

• Approved meeting minutes (4-0-1)
• Added notice paragraph to Section 3.6(1)(b) of Chapter 27 (5-0)
• Omitted Section 7.4 entirely (5-0)
• Omitted Section 7.6 entirely (5-0)
• Added reference to Chapter 26 in Article 8.1 (5-0)
• Added “PDD” when “PUD” is referenced (5-0)
• Modified Article 22.1(2)(a) to reference specific sections of Article 4 (5-0)

Planning & Zoning Committee - DELIBERATIVE

The Winnebago County Planning & Zoning Committee will meet on May 9, 2025 at 7:30 AM in the David W. Albrecht Administration Building. The committee will consider three business items: a parcel in Neenah owned by John Bergstrom, a parcel in Omro owned by the Algoma Sanitary District, and a special‑exception request for a parcel in Neenah owned by Todd and Linda Lueke. Action may be taken on any of these items.

• John Bergstrom – Parcel ID #010-0061-01 – 1347 County Rd G, Neenah (Town of Neenah)
• Algoma Sanitary District – Parcel ID #016-0377 – South end of Potratz Hill Rd off State Hwy 21 (Town of Omro)
• Todd/Linda Lueke – Parcel ID #010-0706 – Town of Neenah – Special Exception

The Planning and Zoning Committee approved a Conditional Use Permit for John Bergstrom at 1347 County Rd G, Neenah (vote 4-0-1). It also approved a Conditional Use Permit for the Algoma Sanitary District at the south end of Potratz Hill Rd off State Hwy 21 (vote 4-0-1). Additionally, the Committee approved a Special Exception for Todd and Linda Lueke (Parcel ID# 010-0706, Town of Neenah) with a 5-0 vote.

• Approved Conditional Use Permit for John Bergstrom, 1347 County Rd G, Neenah (4-0-1)
• Approved Conditional Use Permit for Algoma Sanitary District, South Potratz Hill Rd off Hwy 21 (4-0-1)
• Approved Special Exception for Todd and Linda Lueke, Parcel ID# 010-0706, Town of Neenah (5-0)

Veterans Service Commission

The Winnebago County Veterans Service Commission will meet to consider applications for financial aid to veterans under Wisconsin Statutes 45.81(3) and to review remaining aid under Statute 45.86. A closed session will be held to review confidential case applications that could affect individuals' reputations. The meeting will also include routine items such as approval of the agenda, minutes, public comments, and reports.

• Approval of applications for aid under Wisconsin Statute 45.81(3)
• Review of remaining aid to needy veterans under Wisconsin Statute 45.86
• Closed session to review confidential case applications for aid
• Approval of April 10, 2025 meeting minutes
• Public comments period

The commission approved its meeting agenda and the minutes from the April 10, 2025 meeting. A discussion on proposed policy changes was tabled until the next meeting. The financial report was accepted by a roll‑call vote of all ayes. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved meeting agenda (all ayes)
• Approved April 10, 2025 minutes (all ayes)
• Tabled discussion of policy changes (motion to postpone)
• Accepted financial report (all ayes)
• Adjourned meeting (all ayes)

Local Emergency Planning Committee

The Winnebago County Local Emergency Planning Committee will meet on May 8, 2025 at Fox River Valley Ethanol, 4995 State Rd 91, Oshkosh. The committee will approve the November 7, 2024 meeting minutes and consider several business items, including nominations for midterm vacancies, designation of a compliance inspector, and updates to bylaws and hazardous‑materials policies. Public comments, subcommittee reports, and an “Ethanol 101” presentation will also be part of the agenda. The meeting will end with a review of the 2025 EPCRA off‑site plan updates and set the next meeting date.

• Approval of nominations for midterm vacancies
• Designation of LEPC Compliance Inspector
• Update of LEPC Bylaws
• Update of Policy & Procedures for handling HazMat response claims
• Spill Report

The Winnebago County Local Emergency Planning Committee approved the minutes from the November 2024 meeting and confirmed the mid‑term nominations, including CJ Wedell for the Oshkosh Fire Department. The committee designated Wisconsin Emergency Management as the county LEPC Compliance Inspector and adopted updates to the 2025 LEPC Bylaws and the HazMat Response Claims policy. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved 11.07.2024 meeting minutes (all in favor, no opposition)
• Approved CJ Wedell nomination to replace Bian Bending for Oshkosh Fire Dept (all in favor, no opposition)
• Designated Wisconsin Emergency Management as Winnebago County LEPC Compliance Inspector (all in favor, no opposition)
• Approved updates to 2025 LEPC Bylaws (all in favor, no opposition)
• Approved updates to 2025 Policy & Procedures for HazMat Response Claims (all in favor, no opposition)
• Adopted Allison Vaccaro as representative for Oshkosh Safety Council (clerical change, no motion required)
• Adjourned meeting (all in favor, no opposition)

Board of Adjustment - DELIBERATIVE

The Winnebago County Board of Adjustment canceled its April 29, 2025 public hearing and the subsequent deliberative meeting on May 8, 2025, due to a lack of items on the agenda.

• No items scheduled for April 29 public hearing
• No meetings scheduled for April 24 viewing or May 8 deliberative
• Contact: (920) 232-3340

Solid Waste Management Board

The Winnebago County Solid Waste Management Board meeting scheduled for May 7, 2025 was canceled. No agenda items will be presented or acted upon. No decisions or discussions will occur at this meeting.

Aviation Committee

The Winnebago County Aviation Committee will meet to discuss airport operations and infrastructure. The committee is scheduled to consider a ground lease agreement with Below Minimums Aviation, LLC.

• Ground Lease Agreement between Winnebago County and Below Minimums Aviation, LLC
• Hangar 13 Demo Update
• Hangar construction update along TWY H
• Master Plan Update

The committee approved the minutes from the April 2, 2025 meeting by a 3‑0 vote. It also approved a 20‑year ground lease (with two 10‑year options) for Below Minimums Aviation, LLC to develop a new privately owned hangar, with an annual rent of $4,005, passing 3‑0. The meeting was adjourned at 8:24 am after a unanimous motion.

• Approved April 2, 2025 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Approved ground lease agreement with Below Minimums Aviation, LLC (3-0)
• Adjourned meeting (3-0)

County Board of Supervisors

The County Board of Supervisors will receive presentations on a capital improvement project for the Butte des Mort Boat Launch and an update on the STAR Program. The meeting also includes a presentation on the 2024-2026 Written Rules of the Board.

• Butte des Mort Boat Launch Capital Improvement Presentation
• STAR Program Update from Sheriff John Matz and Solutions Recovery, Inc.
• Presentation on the 2024-2026 Winnebago County Board of Supervisors Written Rules

The board adopted its agenda by voice vote. It then voted to suspend Rule 7.1 for the remainder of the meeting, with one nay vote from Supervisor Halbur. Finally, the board adjourned until the May 20, 2025 business meeting.

• Adopt agenda (voice vote)
• Suspend Rule 7.1 for tonight's meeting (voice vote; Nayes: 1 – Halbur)
• Adjourn meeting until May 20, 2025 business meeting (motion carried)

Facilities & Property Management Committee

The Winnebago County Facilities & Property Management Committee will meet on May 6, 2025 at the Maintenance Facility, 1221 Knapp Street in Oshkosh. The committee will consider approving the execution of an agreement to terminate the 1970 Memorandum of Agreement among Winnebago County, Outagamie County and the University of Wisconsin System Board of Regents. Public comments, communications, and the chair’s report will also be heard.

• Approve execution of agreement to terminate the 1970 Memorandum of Agreement between Winnebago County, Outagamie County, and the UW System Board of Regents

The Facilities & Property Management Committee approved the execution of an agreement to terminate the 1970 Memorandum of Agreement between Winnebago County, Outagamie County and the University of Wisconsin System. The motion passed unanimously, 5‑0. The committee directed the corporation counsel to adjust the draft to specify furniture and to require the university to remove hazardous material. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved execution of agreement to terminate 1970 MOA (5-0)
• Approved motion to adjourn meeting (5-0)

Land Conservation Committee

The Winnebago County Land Conservation Committee will discuss amendments to the Water Quality Improvement Program. The committee will also consider several cost-share agreements for waterway system projects.

• LWCD Spirit Fund cost-share agreements for Charles and Constance Farrey ($1,636.60) and Gilbert Thompson ($5,472.00)
• Water Quality Improvement Program cost-share agreements for Charles and Constance Farrey ($5,728.10) and Gilbert Thompson ($19,152.00)
• Discussion on amendments to the Water Quality Improvement Program (WQIP)
• Report on Climate-Smart Commodities Grant

The minutes consist only of software licensing notices and contain no record of any decisions, approvals, denials, or items being tabled.

One Time Event

The Barlow Planetarium and NEWSTAR Astronomy Society are hosting a public event on May 3 from 12:00 pm to 9:30 pm. The event includes the unveiling of a new inflatable planetarium and various astronomy presentations.

• Unveiling of a new inflatable planetarium
• Free 'A to Z Astronomy' shows with required registration
• Telescope displays and viewing provided by NEWSTAR
• Children's and feature star shows with $7 tickets
• Scale model of the Solar System stretching 200 yards

Personnel & Finance Committee

The committee will consider approving 2025 position reclassification requests. The meeting also includes department updates on investments, capital improvement projects, and the 2024 audit.

• Approval of 2025 Position Reclassification Requests
• Finance Department update on investments and 2024 audit
• Capital Improvement Projects update for Highway, Parks, and Facilities and Property Management departments
• Human Resources update on staffing and online application project
• Commendations for retiring employees Billie Verbruggen and Charlene Brehmer

The Personnel & Finance Committee adopted its agenda and approved the April 3, 2025 minutes. It voted 4‑0 to approve four 2025 position reclassification requests. The committee also approved commendations for two retiring employees and set the next meeting for June 5, 2025.

• Adopted meeting agenda (4-0)
• Approved April 3, 2025 minutes (3-0-1)
• Approved 2025 position reclassification requests (4-0)
• Approved commendation for Billie Verbruggen (4-0)
• Approved commendation for Charlene Brehmer (4-0)
• Approved next meeting date June 5, 2025 (4-0)
• Adjourned meeting (4-0)

Board of Adjustment - PUBLIC HEARING

The Winnebago County Board of Adjustment has cancelled its April 29, 2025 public hearing and subsequent meetings due to a lack of items on the agenda.

• No items scheduled for April 29, 2025 public hearing
• 04/24/2025 viewing meeting cancelled
• 04/29/2025 public hearing cancelled
• 05/08/2025 deliberative meeting cancelled

Planning & Zoning Committee - PUBLIC HEARING

The Winnebago County Planning & Zoning Committee will hold a public hearing on April 29, 2025. It will consider two business items: a parcel in Neenah (Parcel ID #010-0061-01, 1347 County Rd G) and a parcel in Omro (Parcel ID #016-0377, south end of Potratz Hill Rd off State Hwy 21). Action may be taken on either item.

• Parcel ID #010-0061-01 – 1347 County Rd G, Neenah (John Bergstrom)
• Parcel ID #016-0377 – South end of Potratz Hill Rd off State Hwy 21, Omro (Algoma Sanitary District)

The Planning & Zoning Committee heard a conditional use request for a personal storage facility at 1347 County Rd G, Neenah, and a conditional use request for a water tower at the south end of Potratz Hill Rd, Omro. Both items were closed without a vote. The meeting was adjourned at 6:50 PM by a 4‑0‑1 vote.

• Closed Bergstrom conditional use permit application (no vote)
• Closed Algoma Sanitary District water tower conditional use permit (no vote)
• Adjourned meeting (4-0-1)

UW Oshkosh Fox Cities Campus Board of Trustees

The University of Wisconsin Oshkosh–Fox Cities Campus Board of Trustees announced that its scheduled meeting on April 28, 2025 has been cancelled. The next meeting will be set at the call of the chairperson. No agenda items were presented.

Human Services Board

The Winnebago County Human Services Board will meet on April 28, 2025. The agenda includes approval of prior meeting minutes and reports from department leadership. The board will discuss designating a county parking area for overnight use by homeless individuals with a vehicle. Other items include introductions and a foster parent recognition.

• Approve minutes of the March 24, 2025 Human Services meeting
• Accept minutes of the March 10, 2025 Aging and Disabilities Resource Center Commission
• Foster parent recognition for Lisa Pendleton & Annette Beattie
• Discussion of designating a county parking area for overnight use by homeless individuals with a vehicle
• Introduction of Elizabeth Wagner, Long Term Support Division Manager

The Human Services Board approved the March 24, 2025 meeting minutes (6‑0) and the March 10, 2025 ADRC committee minutes (6‑0). A discussion was held about designating a county parking area for homeless individuals with vehicles, with staff suggesting the Winnebagoland Housing Coalition investigate further. The board adjourned the meeting at 4:00 p.m.

• Approved March 24, 2025 Human Services Board minutes (6‑0)
• Approved March 10, 2025 ADRC committee minutes (6‑0)
• Adjourned meeting (motion carried)

Highway Committee

The Winnebago County Highway Committee will discuss the County Highway “P” Project and Section 7.16 of the General Code concerning All‑Terrain Vehicle/Utility Terrain Vehicle routes and regulations. The meeting also includes staff, equipment, and project updates from the Highway Commissioner, public comments, and approval of the March 24, 2025 minutes. No formal decisions are indicated beyond discussion of these items.

• Discussion of County Highway “P” Project
• Discussion of Section 7.16 ATV/UTV routes and regulations

The committee approved the March 24, 2025 Highway Committee meeting minutes with a 5‑0 voice vote. No other motions were adopted; discussions on the County Highway “P” project and the ATV/UTV ordinance continued without a vote. The meeting was then adjourned after a motion to adjourn was made.

• Approved March 24, 2025 minutes (voice vote 5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (motion carried)

Planning & Zoning Committee - VIEWING

The Winnebago County Planning & Zoning Committee will meet on April 25, 2025 at 7:30 AM. The committee will consider three business items: a parcel request from John Bergstrom (Parcel ID #010-0061-01) in Neenah, a parcel request from Algoma Sanitary District (Parcel ID #016-0377) near Potratz Hill Road in Omro, and a special exception request from Todd and Linda Luecke (Parcel ID #010-0706) in Neenah. Action may be taken on any of these items. The meeting will be held in the parking lot of the David W. Albrecht Administration Building, 112 Otter Avenue, Oshkosh.

• John Bergstrom – Parcel ID #010-0061-01 – 1347 County Rd G, Neenah (Town of Neenah)
• Algoma Sanitary District – Parcel ID #016-0377 – South end of Potratz Hill Rd off State Hwy 21, Town of Omro
• Todd/Linda Luecke – Parcel ID #010-0706 – Town of Neenah – Special Exception

The Planning & Zoning Committee did not hold a meeting on April 25, 2025 because a quorum was not present. Consequently, no actions were approved, denied, or tabled.

Board of Adjustment - VIEWING

The Board of Adjustment has no items on the agenda for the April 29, 2025 public hearing. Consequently, the scheduled viewing on 04/24/2025, the public hearing on 04/29/2025, and the deliberative session on 05/08/2025 are all cancelled.

Facilities & Property Management Committee

The Facilities & Property Management Committee will hold a workshop with Venture Architects regarding the County Space Needs Study and Masterplan. The body will also consider a budget transfer and discuss real property policies and acquisitions.

• Budget transfer of $240,000 from Capital Outlay to Operating
• Discussion of Ordinance 3.14 regarding Appraisal Policy for real property
• Resolution 0120-042025 for the purchase and sale of Parcel No. 760126200 and Parcel No. 760167100 with Outagamie County
• Updates on Hangar 13 Demolition and Evidence Garage/Morgue Building Project

The Facilities & Property Management Committee approved the March 25, 2025 meeting minutes unanimously. It also approved a $240,000 transfer from Capital Outlay to Operating for new fleet vehicle purchases, with a 5‑0 vote. No other actions were taken; remaining items were discussed but not decided.

• Approved March 25, 2025 minutes (5-0)
• Approved $240,000 budget transfer from Capital Outlay to Operating (5-0)

Judiciary & Public Safety Committee

The Winnebago County Judiciary and Public Safety Committee will meet on April 21, 2025. The committee will consider a discussion and possible action to advance the Ad‑Hoc Task Force on the Written Rules of the 2024‑2026 Winnebago County Board of Supervisors Resolutions. No other specific actions are listed on the agenda.

• Discussion/potential action to advance the Ad‑Hoc Task Force on the Written Rules of the 2024‑2026 Winnebago County Board of Supervisors Resolutions

The Judiciary & Public Safety Committee voted 5‑1 to move the Ad‑Hoc Task Force’s written‑rule resolutions forward to the County Board. The committee then approved a series of amendments to Sections 0.0 through 11, including striking lines 42‑43, changing “shall” to “may” in Rule 0.35, renaming the Budget Session to Budget Meeting, and adopting roll‑call voting language. Several votes were unanimous; a few were split, such as the 3‑2 vote to strike lines 42‑43 and the 3‑2 vote to strike lines 30‑31 of Rule 4.5. One motion to strike a budget‑vote time line failed 2‑3.

• Advanced task‑force rule changes to County Board (5‑1)
• Struck lines 42‑43 of Rule 0.4 (3‑2)
• Amended Rule 0.6 to add Chairperson language (5‑0)
• Changed “shall” to “may” in Rule 0.35 (5‑0)
• Renamed Budget Session/Annual Meeting to Budget Meeting (5‑0)
• Struck lines 30‑31 of Rule 4.5 (3‑2)
• Failed motion to strike line 32 of Rule 4.6 (2‑3)
• Adopted roll‑call voting language in Rule 11.1 (5‑0)

Park View Health Center Committee

The Winnebago County Park View Health Center Committee will adopt its agenda, approve the March 2025 meeting minutes, and hear the Director's reports on finances, census data, staffing, incentive pay usage, and wage reclassification. Public comments will be taken, and any business items may be acted upon. The meeting will also set the next meeting date for May 15, 2025.

• Approval of Park View Health Center Committee minutes from March 2025

The Park View Health Center Committee adopted its agenda and approved the March 20, 2025 meeting minutes. The committee scheduled its next meeting for May 15, 2025 at 3:30 pm. No other substantive actions were recorded.

• Adopted agenda (approved)
• Approved March 20, 2025 meeting minutes (approved)
• Scheduled next meeting for May 15, 2025 at 3:30 pm (set)

UW Education, Extension & Agriculture Committee

The Winnebago County UW Education, Extension & Agriculture Committee will review program reports and facility updates for the James P. Coughlin Center. The committee will also discuss updates regarding the closure of UWO Fox Cities.

• Discussion of UWO Fox Cities closure updates
• James P. Coughlin Center facility updates
• March 2025 Extension Winnebago County Review
• Reports on Health & Well-Being and Community Development

The committee approved the March 19, 2025 meeting minutes with a 5‑0 vote. Winnebago County approved taking ownership of the UWO Fox Cities campus in exchange for the Appleton History Museum acquiring the Weis Earth Science Museum. The meeting was adjourned with a 4‑0 vote.

• Approved March 19, 2025 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved taking ownership of UWO Fox Cities campus (no vote tally recorded)
• Adjourned meeting (4-0)

County Board of Supervisors

The Winnebago County Board of Supervisors will hold a regular meeting to consider a range of items, including public comments, reports, and honors for retiring employees. The consent calendar contains multiple zoning amendments and several resolutions, such as creating a parks district and transferring a highway segment to Oshkosh. Business items include a $205,000 budget amendment for an air‑traffic‑control tower chiller, a land‑purchase agreement with Outagamie County, and a new fund‑balance policy.

• Resolution 0118-042025: Amend 2025 County Annual Budget Grant Funds by $205,000 to replace the air traffic control tower chiller.
• Resolution 0117-042025: Authorize transfer of jurisdiction and maintenance of a portion of County Trunk Highway K to the City of Oshkosh.
• Resolution 0120-042025: Authorize execution of an agreement with Outagamie County to purchase and sell Parcel No. 760126200 and Parcel No. 760167100.
• Zoning Amendatory Ordinance 04/001/25: Rezone DNB Construction Inc., Town of Algoma parcel from Rural Residential (R‑1) to Suburban Medium Density Residential (R‑3).
• Resolution 0115-042025: Create a Winnebago County Parks District within County Code Chapter 19.

The Winnebago County Board adopted its agenda by voice vote. It passed four commendation resolutions honoring retiring employees Kari Florek, Deborah Nagel, Steven Breister, and Wendy Pollnow, each by voice vote. The board also approved the consent calendar items, including the March 4 and March 18 session proceedings and multiple zoning amendatory ordinances for parcels in Algoma, Neenah, Clayton, Utica, and Winchester.

• Adopt agenda (voice vote)
• Commendation for Kari Florek adopted (voice vote)
• Commendation for Deborah Nagel adopted (voice vote)
• Commendation for Steven Breister adopted (voice vote)
• Commendation for Wendy Pollnow adopted (voice vote)
• Approve March 4 and March 18 session proceedings (consent calendar)
• Approve zoning amendment for DNB Construction, Algoma (R-1 to R-3) (consent calendar)
• Approve zoning amendment for Bruce Douglas, Neenah (R-2 to R-1) (consent calendar)

Aging & Disability Resource Center Commission

The Winnebago County Aging & Disability Resource Center Commission will review the appointment of Elizabeth Wagner as the new Long Term Support Division Manager. The commission will also discuss meeting times and locations for 2025. Standard agenda items include approval of the March 10, 2025 minutes, public comments, committee updates, and a customer satisfaction survey presented by Jill Butler.

• Appointment of new Long Term Support Division Manager – Elizabeth Wagner
• Discussion of meeting times and locations for 2025
• Approval of March 10, 2025 meeting minutes
• Review of customer satisfaction survey presented by Jill Butler
• Consideration of suggestions for future agenda items

The commission approved the minutes from the March 10, 2025 meeting after a motion and second. Members discussed meeting frequency and agreed to continue holding monthly meetings, with Elizabeth Wagner preparing future agendas. No other formal actions were taken.

• Approved minutes of the March 10, 2025 ADRC meeting (motion passed, no amendments)
• Decided to continue monthly meetings; Elizabeth Wagner will construct future agendas

Ad-hoc Task Force on the Written Rules of the 2024-2026 Winnebago County Board of Supervisors

The Winnebago County Ad‑Hoc Task Force will consider routine agenda items and vote on whether to forward resolutions to the Judiciary & Public Safety Committee. The meeting includes standard items such as call to order, public comments, adoption of the agenda, approval of the March 13, 2025 minutes, and comments from the chair. Action may be taken on any business items.

• Vote to advance resolutions to the Judiciary & Public Safety Committee
• Approval of March 13, 2025 meeting minutes

The board adopted its agenda by voice vote and approved the March 13 minutes with a 4-1-1 vote. A motion to forward the proposed rule changes to the Judiciary & Public Safety Committee passed 5-1. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Adopt agenda (voice vote)
• Approve March 13 minutes (4-1-1)
• Motion to delete line from minutes died (no second)
• Motion to remove pages 33‑35 died (no second)
• Advance rule changes to Judiciary & Public Safety Committee (5-1)
• Adjourn meeting (motion passed)

Board of Health

The Winnebago County Board of Health will vote on a new meeting schedule. It will also review the latest income statement and discuss the draft public health strategic plan executive summary. Operational updates from the public health divisions will be presented.

• Vote on new Board of Health meeting schedule
• Review of the income statement
• Review of draft Public Health Strategic Plan – Executive Summary
• Operational updates from Public Health divisions
• Approval of minutes from March 21, 2025

The board approved the March 2025 meeting minutes with a 4‑0‑1 vote. Members voted 5‑0 to change the regular meeting day from the third Friday to the second Tuesday at 7:30 AM. The meeting was adjourned unanimously with a 6‑0 vote.

• Approved March 2025 Board of Health minutes (4-0-1)
• Changed regular meeting day to the second Tuesday at 7:30 AM (5-0)
• Adjourned the meeting (6-0)

Veterans Service Commission

The Winnebago County Veterans Service Commission will meet on April 10, 2025 at the James P. Coughlin Center in Oshkosh. The agenda includes routine items such as call to order, approval of the agenda and March meeting minutes, public comments, and reports. A closed session will be held to review confidential applications, and the commission will decide on aid for veterans under Wisconsin Statutes 45.81(3) and 45.86.

• Approval of applications for aid under Wisconsin Statute 45.81(3)
• Review of remaining aid to needy veterans under Wisconsin Statute 45.86
• Closed session to review confidential case applications for veteran aid
• Approval of March meeting minutes
• Public comments period

The commission unanimously approved the meeting agenda and the March minutes. It entered and later exited a closed session to review confidential applications. It approved $6,881.11 in direct aid to veterans and transferred $4,933.98 to the Fox Valley Veterans Council, leaving $23,729.31 in the fund. The meeting was adjourned at 12:18 pm.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved March minutes (unanimous)
• Entered closed session to review confidential applications (unanimous)
• Exited closed session (unanimous)
• Approved $6,881.11 aid to veterans (unanimous)
• Approved $4,933.98 transfer to Fox Valley Veterans Council (unanimous)
• Recorded remaining fund balance of $23,729.31
• Adjourned meeting at 12:18 pm (unanimous)

Traffic Safety Commission

The Traffic Safety Commission will approve the minutes from the January 8, 2025 meeting. Commissioners will review three fatal or serious traffic crashes that occurred in the first quarter of 2025 to assess highway safety. The commission will discuss pending legislation affecting highway safety and hear a presentation on the 2025 major Winnebago road construction projects from the DOT and ECWRPC. The meeting also includes public comment, a round‑table discussion, and setting the next meeting date.

• Approval of meeting minutes from 1‑8‑25
• Review of county-wide fatal/serious traffic crashes in Q1 2025 (Neenah PD S Park Ave/Bayview Rd; WCSO HWY 21/Leonard Point Rd; WCSO 37th Ave/Alp Ave)
• Discussion of pending and potential legislation affecting highway safety
• Presentation on 2025 Major Winnebago Road Construction Projects (DOT) by ECWRPC
• Public comment and round‑table discussion

The Traffic Safety Commission voted to approve the minutes from the January 8, 2025 meeting. The commission then adjourned the April 9, 2025 session. No other formal actions or votes were recorded.

• Approved minutes from Jan 8, 2025 meeting
• Adjourned the April 9, 2025 meeting

Parks & Recreation Committee

The Parks and Recreation Committee will review the design and cost estimates for the Butte des Mort Boat Landing Project. Members will consider a grant application to the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources and an agreement with the Town of Rushford regarding Eureka Park.

• Butte des Mort Boat Landing Project design and cost estimate
• Grant application to the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources for Butte des Mort Boat Landing
• Intergovernmental Agreement with Town of Rushford for Eureka Park use during Eureka Daze
• Discussion on long-term sports facility development at Community Park
• Updates on Sunnyview Exposition Center West Campus and Waukau Dam projects

Board of Canvass

The Winnebago County Board of Canvass will meet on April 8, 2025 at 9:00 a.m. in the David W. Albrecht Administration Building. The board will canvass the results of any provisional ballots received from the April 1, 2025 Spring Election. Action may be taken on any business items presented.

• Canvass the results of provisional ballots from the April 1, 2025 Spring Election