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Town of Clinton Board Meeting
October 14, 2026
7:00 pm at the Town Hall, S1299 County Road D
Board Minutes
Meeting called to order by Chairman Von Ruden at 7:03pm
Pledge of Allegiance:
Roll Call:
- Chairman Darin Von Ruden, Supervisor #1 Joe Giles, Supervisor #2 John Chapiewsky, Town Treasurer Rachel Schroeder, Town Clerk Lori Hemmersbach.
Financial Report and Bills:
- M/S/P: Chapiewsky/Giles moved to approve the Financial Report. (3 ayes)
- M/S/P: Chapiewsky/Giles moved to approve the 10.15.26 transfer from Savings to Checking of $19,200. (3 ayes)
- M/S/P: Chapiewsky/Giles moved to pay the bills. (3 ayes)
Approve Minutes:
- M/S/P: Chapiewsky/Giles moved to change the 9.10.26 transfer to $13,000.00. (3 ayes)
- M/S/P: Chapiewsky/Giles moved to approve the 9.9.26 Board Meeting Minutes with change approved. (3 ayes)
Public Comment:
- Town Resident Carla Leppert mentioned the big bump in the south lane of Cary Road, wondered if we could fix. Patrolman Sanders will try to.
- Matt Albright got study back about the flood plains in regards to the 2 tube areas on Kelbel Road and Knapp Valley Road. Had 3 alternatives for each site. Next steps would be to apply for a grant for each site.
- Matt also shared that they are progressing on the comprehensive zoning ordinance. Hopefully draft by January.
- Treasurer Schroeder received the mailing from Abt.mail. She asked if we used this service or if she sent out the tax bills. She has no problem sending out the bills. After discussion, she will send them out.
GFL Discussion:
- Roger from GFL was in attendance. He says GFL is taking in Vernon County’s garbage currently. Big Hook sold out to GFL. GFL owns their own landfills. Billing will continue at same rate as we were being billed. Want to serve us as best as they can.
2026 Road Projects:
- Scot has been mowing ditches.
- Are we doing snowplowing this year? Last year it was 3 driveways. Price was $250.00 each.
- M/S/P: Chapiewsky/Giles to snowplow elderly/handicapped driveways again for $250.00. (3ayes)
- Cement is done at the shop. Have to backfill some gravel around it yet.
- Doors are ordered for shop.
Building Inspector:
- No action.
Dump Fence:
- Posts are cemented in. Gates should be done in the next week or so.
2027 Budget Discussion:
- October 7th closed session budget meeting for board. Cut $35,000, even cutting that much we are still approx. $35,000 short. Board recommends increasing the town levy 25%, or by $44,721 to $223,604.
- Resolution 2026-1 presented and read aloud
- M/S/P: Chapiewsky/Giles to pass Town of Clinton Resolution 2026-1. (3 ayes)
- Town Elector Meeting set for November 4, 2026 at 7pm.
Part Time Help:
- Interviewed John Adams, Andy Woodworth, and Dave Clark before the meeting.
- M/S/P: Chapiewsky/Giles to hire Andy Woodworth for part time help. (3 ayes)
Bloomingdale Land:
- Darin is waiting to hear from Towns Association as to how to transfer the old road back to owner.
Public Comment:
- Vernon County Land Conservation will have trees. Darin will put the info in the sign at Town Hall.
- La Farge fire department annual meeting 10/22 8pm
- Towns Association meeting 10/22 6pm at Vernon County Courthouse.
Next Regular Board Meeting: Wednesday, November 11 at 7pm
Adjourn:
- M/S/P: Chapiewsky/Giles moved to adjourn at 8:25 pm. (3 ayes)
Clerk Lori Hemmersbach:_________________________________________________ Date:___________________