Town of Gingles
June 11, 2025
Meeting Minutes

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

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

Comments by Clerk/Board – Town Chairman identified that he had observed some trucks driving up Weister Road to get to the Beaser Road project. The concern is that Weister Road is not part of the agreed upon route [as the project is DOT funded] as and is starting to show some wear. Chairman spoke with Foreman of the Beaser Road project with Northwoods Paving with concerns. Foreman contacted the plant to remind trck drivers of the correct route for the project.

Town Clerk and Supervisor -Tom Riemer provided their input on how the WTA spring workshop was in May at Lakewoods Resort in Cable. Provided highlights on topics discussed.

OLD BUSINESS:

• Airport Reclamation Project: Chairman summarized what the airport project is and that the expected start date is June 16, 2025. Chairman verified that he will be keeping an eye on the roads [utilized for the project’s route] to see how they hold up and make plans for repair, as needed. More on this to come at future meetings.
• Dust Control: Town Chairman identified that three loads of dust control have already been applied. Town Chairman also identified he had received a telephone call from a resident living on Beaugard Road and was mad that about the lack of dust control on the road. Chairman explained that the roads for dust control have already been selected and factor in traffic that is on the roads selected.
• Beaser Road Project: Town Chairman identified that the base pave has been put down and asked for board input on how they think the project is looking. The board provided their input on their thoughts on the project thus far. Chairman confirmed that a shoulder will be put in [as there had not been a shoulder prior] and that the final pave should be around September.

NEW BUSINESS:

• Discussion on Capital Funding for Beaser Road project/Submitted Invoice for Beaser Project: Chairman provided to town board invoice received from Northwoods Paving for 60% of total cost for the project. Discussion regarding possible financing options to pay for the project. Town Treasurer provided insight into what is in the general account fund and money market accounts along with expected revenue and expenses in the coming months. A motion was made by Pat Colgrove to move $211,617.28 from the money market to general account. Motion was seconded by Tom Riemer, to approve. All in favor, motion carried. A motion was made by Tom Riemer to pay Northwoods Paving $211,617.28 out of general fund account. Motion was seconded by Pat Colgrove, to approve. All in favor, motion carried. A motion was also made by Pat Colgrove to sign a contract with Northwoods Paving for wedging and leveling of Beaser Road, north of Weister Road, for the proposed amount of $82,326.34. Motion was seconded by Tom Riemer, to approve. All in favor, motion carried.

• County Bridge/Culvert Aid Policy: Chairman identified that this would need to be done by August to qualify for 2026 funds. Chairman also identified that Ashland County is one of 6 or 7 counties in the State of WI that does not have a bridge/culvert policy. Chairman is going to make some phone calls to determine if there will be a mandatory requirement to have such a policy. Discussion amongst board on the impact on the town. Supervisor, Tom Riemer, also provided his insight on the culvert aid policy process. More information to come at future meetings.
• Building/Driveway Permits: None
• Public Comment: None
• Operators/Liquor licenses- Town Clerk provided information to the board about who has applied for liquor license renewals. The Town Clerk also provided information on WTA’s recommendations regarding background checks on operators’ licenses and WTA’s stance on denying and approving of such licenses. A motion was made by Tom Riemer to approve liquor license renewal applications by: Airport Inn, The Gathering Barn, ABC Raceway, Shaggy Dog Farm, Boomer’s Tavern Hall and Barrel Inn. Motion was seconded by Pat Colgrove to approve. All in favor, motion carried.

-The next board meeting will be on Wednesday, July 9, 2025, at 7:00 pm.

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

-Meeting was adjourned.

Laura Martinsen, Clerk