April 14th, 2026

Town of Lakeside, Douglas County, Wisconsin
Regular Town Board Meeting Minutes
April 14, 2026 – 6:30 p.m.

1. Call to Order

Chairperson Gary Peterson called the regular Town Board meeting to order at approximately 6:30 p.m.

2. Roll Call
Present: Gary Peterson (Chairperson), Mary Peterson (Supervisor), Gerald Tutor (Supervisor),
Jon Winter (Clerk), Joanne O’Hara (Treasurer)

3. Approval of Prior Meeting Minutes
Motion by Supervisor Gerald Tutor, seconded by Chairperson Gary Peterson, to approve the minutes of the March 10, 2026, meeting. Motion carried.
Discussion occurred following approval regarding an item not reflected in the prior minutes concerning possible mold in the building. The clerk stated the detail was missed.

4. Treasurer’s Report
Treasurer presented the monthly financial report: Checking: $26,060.65, Savings: $189,503.03, Total: $215,563.68, Other Money Market Accounts: $323,231.26
Motion by Chairperson Gary Peterson, seconded by Supervisor Tutor, to approve the Treasurer’s Report. Motion carried.

5. Confirmation of the previous month’s bills, check numbers 25293 through 25301. Motion by Supervisor Tutor, seconded by Chairperson Gary Peterson, to confirm payment of the prior month’s bills. Motion carried.

6. Current Bills for Payment, check numbers 25302 through 25335. Motion by Supervisor Tutor, seconded by Supervisor Mary Peterson, to approve payment of current bills. Motion carried.

7. Correspondence
Douglas County Sheriff’s report received.
Correspondence regarding Board of Adjustment variance request for driveway on Highway U.
Discussion held regarding driveway access, zoning requirements, and county jurisdiction. No action taken.
Discussion regarding an unapproved driveway and property concerns on a town road. The chairperson will follow up with the appropriate authorities.
Discussion regarding garbage disposal issues and overfilled dumpsters; additional charges noted.

Brief Public Comment
Comment regarding omission in prior minutes about building mold concern.
Discussion held regarding the condition of the building’s roof and possible water damage.

8. County Supervisor Report

Report presented by County Supervisor Scott Luostari, including:

Sheriff salary adjustments for the upcoming election cycle
Driveway permit fee changes
Zoning notification procedures and the importance of town input
Highway maintenance updates and upcoming projects (including Highway D bridge work)
Capital project funding and county staffing updates
Land development and economic development updates
There was a question regarding property on Hwy P. Scott to follow up with zoning meeting.

9. Town Board Report
Update provided on new town website and telephone system.
Website is operational and easier to manage.
New phone system installed, resulting in cost savings.
Discussion held regarding internet service, connectivity issues, and future improvements.
Notice for dog licenses needs to be sent out.

10. Fire Department and First Responders Fire Chief Nova Nordrum absent. No report.

11. Town Employees and Roads Mark Saari: Removal of snow equipment underway
Road conditions discussed.

12. Building Permits and Zoning Issues
Building permit presented for new construction on Halkett Road by Waverly Trust/Krystal Ehlers
Discussion held regarding location and property details.
Motion by Chairperson Gary Peterson, seconded by Supervisor Tutor, to approve the building permit.
Motion carried.

Old Business
13. Town Audit: Treasurer reported the audit is in progress. Additional materials and system access are requested for QuickBooks and the previous clerk’s laptop.

14. Building Roof
Multiple bids are being pursued for roof repair/replacement.
One estimate received: approximately $155,000 for full replacement.
The repair estimate is approximately $17,000.
Insurance settlement is approximately $19,800 after appeal.
Additional bids expected prior to Annual Meeting.
No action taken.

New Business
15. Building Signs and Paint
Discussion regarding installation of signage (no parking, fire department).
The estimated cost is approximately $30 per sign.
Discussion regarding painting building doors, pillars, and the fuel area.

Motion by Chairperson Gary Peterson, seconded by Supervisor Tutor, to approve the purchase of signage.
Motion carried.

Future Business for Next Meeting
Roof bids and decision
Audit progress
Ongoing building maintenance and improvements
Adjournment

Motion by Chairperson Gary Peterson, seconded by Supervisor Tutor, to adjourn. Motion carried.
Meeting adjourned at 7:32 PM

Next Meetings
Regular Town Board Meeting: May 12, 2026 – 6:30 p.m.
Annual Town Meeting: April 21, 2026 – 7:00 p.m.

Respectfully submitted,
Jon Winter, Clerk
May 3rd, 2026