Town of Gingles
January 14, 2026
Meeting Minutes

The regular monthly meeting was called to order by Chairman, Patrick Colgrove. Tom Riemer, Traci Beiersdorff, Laura Martinsen and Bill Pearce were present. There were 0 people in public attendance.

• The December 2025 meeting minutes were presented, and a motion was made by Pat Colgrove, seconded by Bill Pearce to approve them as written. All in favor, motion carried.
• The December 2025 Treasurer’s report was presented, and a motion was made by Bill Perace and seconded by Tom Riemer to approve the report as presented. All in favor, motion carried.

Comments by Clerk/Board – Chairman identified that the Town Clerk had received a new contract from North Wisconsin Assessment Services [the Town’s Assessor] for 2026 Interim Market update. Town Chairman signed new contract, and Clerk will return the contract to Town Assessor.

Supervisor Tom Riemer identified that he had gotten a phone call from a town resident inquiring about where to get a fire number. Chairman reiterated that resident should go through the county’s zoning office.

Town Clerk also noted that they have received notice from Ashland County Clerk and there will be no election in February.

Building/Driveway Permits: None

OLD BUSINESS:

• Roads
• 2025 Beaser Rd LRIP Update: Chairman identified that there are no new updates at this time. Items have been submitted to WI DOT for reimbursement.
• Electronic Recycling Discussion: Board discussed the electronic recycling pickup at the town hall. Board agreed that the service will be available ongoing [vs. a one-time pickup] and only for town residents. The hours for pickup will be the same as the regular recycling hours. Anticipated start date for collection will be in May or June. Town Chairman will be in contact with Annie from COM2 Recycling Solutions, LLC to sign agreement on behalf of the township.

NEW BUSINESS:

• Discussion on Town Clerk and Treasurer Positions from Possible Change from Elected to Appointed: Town Clerk identified they are moving outside of the township and provided the board with a letter of resignation with an effective date of January 30, 2026. Chairman addressed about the statewide challenges towns are facing with finding individuals, within their township, interested in running for clerk. With this being said, a lot of towns have moved to have an appointed clerk which allows for increased flexibility as the individual does not need to reside within the township. Chairman also noted that the treasurer has identified a possible desire to spend winter months down south at some point in the near future. A motion was made by Pat Colgrove to set a special meeting for February 2, 2026, at 7 pm to consider a resolution to change the town clerk and treasurer positions from elected to appointed. Tom Riemer seconded the motion to approve. All in favor, motion carried.
• Operators/Liquor licenses- None

-The next monthly board meeting will be Wednesday, February 11, 2026, at 7:00 pm.

-The bills were submitted and authorized to be paid by Board signature.

-Meeting was adjourned.

Laura Martinsen, Clerk