Town of York, Green County, Wisconsin
Minutes of Monthly Board Meeting
Tuesday, October 13, 2026
Please Note: These Town Board meeting minutes are posted as draft-only to inform town residents of the topics addressed at the board meeting. These minutes are subject to review and possible revision at next month’s Town Board meeting and should not be considered official until they receive final board approval at that time.
The meeting was called to order by Dan Truttmann at 7:03pm. The meeting was held via video conference on Zoom and in person. Chairman Dan Truttmann, 1st Supervisor Travis Leonard, 2nd Supervisor Aaron Gifford, and Clerk-Treasurer Brenda Hackbart were present. Verification of proper notice was given.
Public Comment: Dan Reeson (arrived later in meeting) stated need to raise levy to address road work.
Minutes of 9/8/2026 Town Board Meetings: Minutes were presented. Motion made by Travis Leonard to approve the Minutes from the last meeting as presented; second by Aaron Gifford. Motion carried.
Treasurer’s Report: Brenda Hackbart presented reports; shared receiving bill from IRS for late 2023 tax reports – paid online as was expected and approved by Dan Truttmann; waiting for Steven Jorenby quote for backup generator for Election Subgrant application. Board reviewed various Public Works categories (expense) and County Hwy/Bridge Aids category (income). Motion made by Dan Truttmann to amend 2026 Budget to change #43710 to $40,000 and general Public Works category #53 to $300,000; second by Travis Leonard. Motion carried.
Clerk shared different payment collection methods used by building inspector. Motion made by Dan Truttmann to approve Treasurer’s report as presented; second by Aaron Gifford. Motion carried.
Bills to be Paid: none
Patrolman’s Report: Dan Truttmann and Lance Moen discussed resident inquired about apron/cold patch costs with Patrolman delivering and installing vs county delivery. Lance Moen reported clearing trees, ditches, cold patches, drop off new truck to install chains, problem with Volvo lights.
Plan Commission Report: Dan Truttmann reported explaining to residents the simplified land division ordinance.
Business Items:
- Approved driveway permit for Tyler Jenkins: Clerk shared map not included in meeting materials. Motion made by Travis Leonard to approve the driveway permit for Tyler Jenkins; second by Aaron Gifford. Motion carried.
- Approved driveway permit for Dan Reeson: Clerk shared map not included in meeting materials. Dan Reeson confirmed this is field road entrance off private road and no need for culvert; Dan Truttmann stated ordinance doesn’t require driveway fee for this type. Motion made by Dan Truttmann to approve the driveway permit for Dan Reeson; second by Aaron Gifford. Motion carried.
- Approved driveway permit fee refund for Devin Brown: Patrolman confirmed location and inspection of driveway. Motion made by Dan Truttmann to approve the driveway permit refund for Devin Brown at W8069 County Road H; second by Aaron Gifford. Motion carried.
- Approved CSM and land division between Gary Thompson and Tyler Wulfekuhle: Tyler Wulfekuhle provided CSM from surveyor. Dan Truttmann shared Tim Schleeper’s (Vierbicher) review; additional info (such as flood plain, elevation, slope, etc.) that should be included on CSMs and land divisions per attorney and Bob Talarczyk depending on how Town would use; Plan Commission would like Board’s feedback. Motion made by Dan Truttmann to approve the CSM for Gary and Linda Thompson Lot #1; second by Travis Leonard. Motion carried.
- Discussed outdoor lighting and potential for Dark Sky Ordinance: Erich Bork and Tom/Sue Lamberson shared outdoor flood light of neighbor shines into homes, installed by Alliant, concerned with driving visibility during snow and fog, direction of light fixture was ‘lowered’ but still too bright on road, request ordinance to prevent similar issues and limiting lumens. Dan Truttmann and Travis Leonard shared County has ordinance against lighting in road right of way; will pursue with County to address and enforce; will add Dark Sky Ordinance to agenda in next few months.
- Approve Vierbicher service agreements: Board reviewed both agreements, discussed fees, how Vierbicher will handle land division database updates, timing of implementation. Clerk stated method to organize database should coincide with physical filing. Motion made by Dan Truttmann to approve professional services agreement with Vierbicher for the project of Town of York Development Reviews; second by Travis Leonard. Motion Carried. Motion made by Dan Truttmann to approve professional services agreement with Vierbicher for the project of Town of York Land Division Database Maintenance; second by Aaron Gifford. Motion carried.
- Discuss draft Fee Schedule for Land Division Ordinance: Clerk shared working forms splitting out resident’s agreement from the fee schedule as separate documents; requesting confirmation on intent of each item. Board preference is to allow for potential future additions of fees from other ordinances into same Fee Schedule; requested Clerk obtain more info for proper documentation.
- Discuss missing driveway permits: Clerk shared list of missing driveway permits, zoning permits or building permits; noted list is ongoing and combines all permits. Discussed lack of permit coordination between county, building inspector and town; confirming town not involved with occupancy permit issuance; assessor not included in all permit communications; retained driveway fees reserved in conservation account. Dan Truttmann to discuss with building inspector to prevent missing driveway permits.
Adjournment: Dan Truttmann made motion to adjourn; second by Travis Leonard. Motion carried. The meeting adjourned at 8:45pm.
Respectfully submitted, Brenda Hackbart, Clerk-Treasurer