Village Board
Regular MeetingLittle Chute, WI · March 4, 2020
Agenda
AGENDA
R EGULAR BOARD MEETING
PLACE: Little Chute Village Hall
DATE: Wednesday, March 4, 2020
TIME: 6:00 p.m.
REGULAR ORDER OF BUSINESS
A. Invocation
B. Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag
C. Roll call of Trustees
D. Roll call of Officers and Department Heads
E. Public Appearance for Items Not on the Agenda
F. Consent Agenda
Items on the Consent Agenda are routine in nature and require one motion to approve all
items listed. Prior to voting on the Consent Agenda, items may be removed at the request of
any Board Member or member of the public. Any removed items will be considered
immediately following the motion to approve the other items.
1. Minutes of the Special Board Meeting of February 19, 2020
2. Operator License
Streuly, Kathleen Gentleman Jacks & Weenies Little Chute
3. Outdoor Alcohol Permit, Down the Hill Bar for March 14, 2020
4. Disbursement List
G. Presentation—Jim Moes Recognition
H. Presentation—2020 Robert A. Nechodom Good Citizen Award Presentation
I. Discussion/Action—Fox Valley Metro K-9 Program
J. Action—Adopt Ordinance No. 2, Series 2020 Amending Open Burning Ordinance
K. Action—Resolutions:
a) Adopt Resolution No. 6, Series 2020 A Resolution Changing the Annual Salary for
Village Trustee
b) Adopt Resolution No. 7, Series 2020 A Resolution Changing the Annual Salary for
Village President
c) Adopt Resolution No. 8, Series 2020 A Resolution Changing the Annual Salary for
Village Municipal Judge
L. Action—2020 Personnel Manual Changes
M. Discussion/Potential Action—Library Planning Committee
N. Action—Façade Grant for Elite Smiles
O. Discussion—2020 Summer Event
P. Discussion—County Sales Tax
Q. Department and Officers Progress Reports
R. Call for Unfinished Business
S. Items for Future Agenda
T. Closed Sessions:
a)19.85(1)(e) Wis. Stats. Deliberations or negotiations on the purchase of public
properties, investing of public funds or conducting other specific public business
when competitive or bargaining reasons require a closed session. Development
Proposals and Negotiations
U. Return to Open Session
V. Adjournment
Requests from persons with disabilities who need assistance to participate in this meeting or hearing should be made with as much advance
notice as possible to the Clerk’s Office at 108 West Main Street, (920) 423-3852, email: Laurie@littlechutewi.org Prepared: February 28,
2020
MINUTES OF THE REGULAR BOARD MEETING OF FEBRUARY 19, 2020
Call to Order: President Vanden Berg called the Regular Board Meeting to Order at 6:00 p.m.
Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag
President Vanden Berg led members in the reciting of the Pledge of Allegiance.
Roll call of Trustees
PRESENT: John Elrick, Trustee
Bill Peerenboom, Trustee
Brian Van Lankveldt, Trustee
David Peterson, Trustee
Larry Van Lankvelt, Trustee
Michael Vanden Berg, President
EXCUSED: Skip Smith, Trustee
Roll call of Officers and Department Heads
PRESENT: James Fenlon, Village Administrator
Jim Moes, Community Development Director
Adam Breest, Director of Parks, Recreation and Forestry
Lisa Remiker-DeWall, Finance Director
Kent Taylor, Director of Public Works
Laurie Decker, Village Clerk
Tyler Claringbole, Village Attorney
Dan Meister, FVMPD Police Chief
Chris Murawski, Village Engineer
EXCUSED Steve Thiry, Library Director
Public Appearance for Items Not on the Agenda
None
Consent Agenda
Items on the Consent Agenda are routine in nature and require one motion to approve all items listed. Prior to
voting on the Consent Agenda, items may be removed at the request of any Board Member or member of the
public. Any removed items will be considered immediately following the motion to approve the other items.
1. Minutes of the Special Board Meeting of February 12, 2020
2. Disbursement List
Moved by Trustee Van Lankvelt, seconded by Trustee Elrick to Approve the Consent Agenda items as
presented
Ayes 6, Nays 0 – Motion Carried
Other Informational Items—December Fire Monthly Report and December Report
Public Hearing—2020 Utility and Street Reconstruction Projects
Moved by Trustee Elrick, seconded by Trustee Van Lankvelt to enter in Public Hearing
Ayes 6, Nays 0 – Motion Carried
Engineer Murawski went through information for the 2020 Utility and Street reconstruction projects. Engineer
Murawski introduced the Engineering staff and advised the residents that plans are laid out in the community
room and asked residents to wait until after the presentation for questions that only concern their homes.
Moved by Trustee Elrick, seconded by Trustee Van Lankvelt to exit Public Hearing
Ayes 6, Nays 0 – Motion Carried
Public Hearing—Zoning Request Change from (RC) Residential Conventional Single-Family District to
(CB) Central Business District
Moved by Trustee Elrick, seconded by Trustee Van Lankvelt to enter into Public Hearing
Ayes 6, Nays 0 – Motion Carried
Director Moes went over information for residents regarding a request for a zoning change from Residential to
Central Business District and advised that the Plan Committee and staff reviewed and are recommending approval
from the Board. Director Moes advised there was a petition received so the Zoning Request change will have to
be approved by ¾ of the Board present.
Mr. Emory Gardner, 628 Madison Street, questioned why we need a hotel and felt there isn’t a need to have one in
town. Director Moes advised that a study was done and came back that there is a need for another hotel in Little
Chute. Administrator Fenlon also advised that Kaukauna and Kimberly both were having hotel studies and stated
there is a need for a hotel in the Heart of the Valley District and that this is a 5 to 7-million-dollar investment in
our community.
Mr. Andy Graff, 704 Madison Street, wanted to know how many Board members would agree to a hotel in their
back yard. President Vanden Berg advised this was not an appropriate question. Administrator Fenlon answered
a question on the hotel study and advised he would be happy to share the study with anyone interested.
Administrator Fenlon also introduced Ms. Jessica Junker from Core Distinction Group who managed the hotel
study and talked to several businesses in the Village that are sending clients to hotels in other areas and would
prefer their clients stay in Little Chute.
Ms. Stephanie Groth, 631 Madison Street asked why this wasn’t done off of the highway on land that the Village
already owns; Administrator Fenlon advised that the Village does not own land that he is aware of and this
happened to all fall into place with a property owner, an investor and an interested hotel but would gladly talk to
anyone interested in investing in the Village of Little Chute.
Mr. Bob DeBruin commented on the study and felt it was a Fox Valley Study with a preference on Highway 41;
Ms. Junker replied that statistical data was based on the Village of Little Chute and talking with businesses in the
Village, 94% of those surveyed said they would support having their people stay in Little Chute.
Mr. Larry Janssen, Head Miller at the Windmill asked the height of the hotel, Administrator Fenlon said plans
were not finalized.
Mr. Nate Hoffman, 701 Monroe Street asked how close the hotel will be to his property. Director Moes advised
they do not know yet but there will be landscaping required and this will go through the Plan Committee and
residents will be notified so he can be involved in that process.
Mr. DeBruin commented again he does not agree with this and feels a hotel does not belong in a residential area.
Trustee Van Lankvelt commented that a 50-unit apartment building was built in a residential area. Trustee Elrick
asked besides a hotel, what other businesses could go in this area, Director Moes advised that any bar, restaurant,
stores could go in this area. Trustee Van Lankvelt reminded them that we do not know what this will look like yet
and the majority of downtown is already a business district.
Moved by Trustee Elrick, seconded by Trustee Van Lankvelt to exit Public Hearing
Ayes 6, Nays 0 – Motion Carried
Action—Adopt Ordinance No.1, Series 2020 Amending Chapter 44, Municipal Code of the Village of Little
Chute and the Official Zoning Map
Moved by Trustee Van Lankveldt, seconded by Trustee Elrick to Adopt Ordinance No.1, Series 2020
Amending Chapter 44, Municipal Code of the Village of Little Chute and the Official Zoning Map
Ayes 6, Nays 0 – Motion Carried
Action—Adopt Resolution No. 4, Series 2020 CSM for Peace United Methodist Church
Moved by Trustee Elrick, seconded by Trustee Van Lankvelt to Adopt Resolution No. 4, Series 2020
CSM for Peace United Methodist Church
Ayes 6, Nays 0 – Motion Carried
Action—Adopt Resolution No.5, Series 2020 Authorizing the Sale of Real Estate at 1401 West Main Street
to Fox River Investment Group, LLC
Moved by Trustee Van Lankvelt, seconded by Trustee Peterson to Adopt Resolution No.5, Series 2020
Authorizing the Sale of Real Estate at 1401 West Main Street to Fox River Investment Group, LLC
Ayes 6, Nays 0 – Motion Carried
Discussion/Action—Fox River Boardwalk Site Plans and Authorization to Advertise for Bids
Director Breest presented Fox River Boardwalk Site Plans and advised the Board that staff will be ready to submit
this project for public bidding the first week of March.
Moved by Trustee Peerenboom, seconded by Trustee Van Lankvelt to Approve the Fox River Boardwalk
Site Plans and Authorization to Advertise for Bids
Ayes 6, Nays 0 – Motion Carried
Action—Special Event Permit
Director Breest advised the Board that staff has reviewed and updated the Special Event Permit Application and
Guidelines and recommends Village Board approval.
Moved by Trustee Elrick, seconded by Trustee Van Lankvelt to Approve the updated Special Event Permit
Ayes 6, Nays 0 – Motion Carried
Discussion—Open Burning Ordinance Amendment
Administrator Fenlon presented information on Amending the current Ordinance regarding Open Burning. Chief
Jansen provided the drafts for review. This is for discussion only and will be presented for action at the March 4,
2020 Board Meeting.
Department and Officers Progress Reports
Departments and Officers provided progress reports to the Board
Call for Unfinished Business
None
Items for Future Agenda
None
Closed Sessions:
19.85(1)(e) Wis. Stats. Deliberations or negotiations on the purchase of public properties, investing of public
funds or conducting other specific public business when competitive or bargaining reasons require a closed
session. Development Proposals and Negotiations
Moved by Trustee Elrick, seconded by Trustee Van Lankvelt to enter closed session
Ayes 6, Nays 0 – Motion Carried
Return to Open Session
Moved by Trustee Van Lankveldt, seconded by Trustee Elrick to exit closed session
Ayes 6, Nays 0 – Motion Carried
Adjournment
Moved by Trustee Van Lankveldt, seconded by Trustee Elrick to Adjourn the Regular Board Meeting at
8:34 p.m.
Ayes 6, Nays 0 – Motion Carried
VILLAGE OF LITTLE CHUTE
By: ___________________________________
Michael R. Vanden Berg, Village President
Attest:
Laurie Decker, Village Clerk
Village of Little Chute
REQUEST FOR VILLAGE BOARD CONSIDERATION
ITEM DESCRIPTION: Fox Valley Metro Police Department K-9 Program
PREPARED BY: Chief Daniel M. Meister
REPORT DATE: 02/25/2020
ADMINISTRATOR'S REVIEW/COMMENTS:
EXPLANATION:
The Fox Valley Metro Police Department would like to add a K-9 unit to the department. A K-9 unit
would consist of a trained/certified dog and an officer who would be assigned as the dog’s handler.
We plan to implement a dual-purpose dog – meaning the dog would be trained to multi-task in the
following areas:
- Illegal Drug Detection
- Human Scent Tracking
- Patrol Apprehension Duties
The Fox Valley area, like many other areas of our state, struggles with illegal drug activity. Heroin,
methamphetamine and marijuana are the common controlled substances that are prominent in this
area. The heroin epidemic is deadly. We are rescuing opiate overdose victims on a regular basis.
Our department is surrounded by local law enforcement agencies that already have drug dogs. While
these departments are always willing to assist us, they are not always available to help. Having our own
drug dog would act as a force multiplier within our own communities.
Our dog could also assist patrol officers with tracking lost or vulnerable people. With an aging population
and issues such as Alzheimer’s and dementia, locating lost/confused persons is critical. Past cases of
missing toddlers also show that it is critical to locate the lost child within an hour or two. A K-9 would
enhance our capabilities in this area of search and rescue.
A trained patrol/apprehension dog would reduce the danger to human officers and the general public
when searching for dangerous persons who have hidden/barricaded themselves inside buildings or
structures.
The cost of the program varies depending on the year or stage of the program. The first year’s cost is
significantly higher due to the funds needed to start the program. Subsequent years are significantly
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lower because the cost is more of a program maintenance issue. Anticipated costs are as follows:
K9 Expenses: $22,500.00
Canine - cost of the dog $9,500.00
Narcotics Training - for the dog $3,750.00
Patrol Training - for the officer handler $3,750.00
2 year maintenance cost (warranty) $2,000.00
Food $1,500.00
Vet Expenses $2,000.00
Vehicle Costs: $49,000.00
Patrol Vehicle $39,000.00
Patrol Vehicle Equipment $10,000.00
K9 Vehicle Equipment: $3,600.00
Kennel $1,900.00
Door Guards $500.00
Automatic Door Opener $500.00
Heat Alarm / Cooling System $500.00
Equipment for Handler’s Residence: $2,550.00
Crate $300.00
Kennel $1,000.00
Security Equipment $1,000.00
Toys, leashes, etc. $250.00
First Year Total $77,650.00
K9 Expenses: $5,000.00
Canine - cost of the dog $0.00
Narcotics Training - for the dog $500.00
Patrol Training - for the officer handler $1,000.00
Food $1,500.00
Vet Expenses $2,000.00
Vehicle Costs: $4,000.00
Patrol Vehicle Maintenance $500.00
Patrol Vehicle Fuel $3,500.00
Equipment for Handler’s Residence: $600.00
Crate maintenance $100.00
Kennel upkeep $100.00
Security Equipment maintenance $200.00
Toys, leashes, etc. $200.00
Subsequent Year Annual Expenses $9,600.00
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It is our goal to fund this program through donations. We plan to help create a public, K-9 foundation
that would qualify as a 501 (C) (3) non-profit entity. The foundation would lead the fundraising efforts
and disperse said funds to the department as needed.
We anticipate fundraising the first year and then implement the actual program. Our goal is to start the
program in the summer of 2021.
RECOMMENDATION:
Approve the process of fundraising at this time and implementation of the program when the necessary
funds are acquired.
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Village of Little Chute
REQUEST FOR VILLAGE BOARD CONSIDERATION
ITEM DESCRIPTION: Open Burning Ordinance Amendment
PREPARED BY: James P. Fenlon, Administrator
REPORT DATE: March 4, 2020
EXPLANATION: In 2019 we discussed open burning. During that discussion, it was brought to
our attention that our ordinance did not account for fire tables using propane or natural gas. Chief
Jansen has provided drafts of that amendment and it is attached for your review. Finally, there was
a condition added to clarify unacceptable materials.
RECOMMENDATION: Adopt Ordinance No.2, Series 2020 Amending the Open
Burning Ordinance
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VILLAGE OF LITTLE CHUTE
ORDINANCE NO. 2, SERIES 2020
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING TITLE 5 PUBLIC SAFETY, CHAPTER 2 FIRE
DEPARTMENT, SECTION 18 -27 OPEN BURNING
BE IT ORDAINED by the Village of Little Chute, Outagamie County, Wisconsin as follows:
Sec. 18-27. - Open burning to read as follows:
(a) Prohibited. No person shall build any outdoor fire within the corporate limits of the village
except as set forth in subsection (b) of this section. Any permit issued is valid for one week.
This prohibition on burning includes burning of construction waste and debris at construction
sites.
(b) Conditions. No open outdoor fires are permitted unless the following conditions apply:
(1) Only wood, or charcoal, or propane and natural gas fuels may be utilized.
(2) Fire containment devices including pits shall not be permitted within 25 feet of any
combustible or structure, or within ten feet of a lot line unless mutually agreed upon by
the neighboring property owner.
(3) The fire must be attended at all times by an adult with access to a fire extinguisher or
garden hose as a means to extinguish fire readily available.
(4) No fires are permitted if the wind speed exceeds ten miles per hour.
(5) Upon completion, the fire must be completely extinguished to prevent accidental
reignition.
(6) Fire pits or other fire containment devices shall not exceed four feet in diameter.
(7) Flames shall be kept below four three feet in height above the pit or other fire
containment device.
(8) Portable listed and rated fire pits shall be used in accordance with the manufacturer’s
recommendations and shall be placed on a non-combustible surface that is at least
one and half (1.5) times larger than the size of the portable fire pit. In the absence of
manufacturer’s recommendations, fire tables shall be at least fifteen (15) feet from any
type of building or structure, combustible material of any form, or property line.
(9) Any propane or natural gas fire tables must follow all manufactures specifications. In
the absence of manufacturers recommendations fire tables shall be at least 15 feet
from any type of building or structure, combustible material of any form, or property
line.
(10) All portable fire pits and fire tables must be listed and rated devices. Homemade
devices and converted grills are prohibitied.
(11) Only clean dry wood can be burned. The burning of garbage, trash, refuse, treated
wood, painted/varnished wood, plastic, rubber, construction lumber, and flammable
liquids, and/or combustible liquids in any form is prohibited. Burning of leaves, yard
waste, or brush is prohibited.
(12) Recreational fires, barbeque pits, portable fire pits, and portable outdoor fire places are
permitted on properties zoned residential and occupied by a single or two family
residences.
(c) Chief may prohibit. The fire chief is permitted to prohibit any or all bonfires and outdoor fires
when atmospheric conditions or local circumstances make such fires hazardous.
(d) Chief may permit. Controlled burning of grass or similar vegetation for environmental
management purposes, or ceremonial bonfires, with prior written approval of the fire chief
may be permitted.
(e) Burning on streets. No materials may be burned upon any street, curb, gutter or sidewalk.
(f) Order to discontinue. The fire chief, his designee, or law enforcement officials are
authorized to require discontinuance of burning if they determine that smoke emissions are
offensive to occupants of surrounding properties or if the fire is determined to constitute a
hazardous condition.
(g) Liability. Persons utilizing and maintaining outdoor fires shall be responsible for any liability
resulting from damage caused by his fire.
Date introduced, approved and adopted: March 4, 2020
VILLAGE OF LITTLE CHUTE:
By:
Michael R. Vanden Berg, Village President
Attest:
Laurie Decker, Village Clerk
Village of Little Chute
REQUEST FOR VILLAGE BOARD CONSIDERATION
ITEM DESCRIPTION: Elected Official Compensation
PREPARED BY: James P. Fenlon, Administrator
REPORT DATE: February 20th, 2020
EXPLANATION: In December and January we discussed elected official compensation.
Attached to this document are resolutions for your consideration. A few key features we have
attempted to incorporate:
- Pay for the Village President of $8,500, Trustee $5,000 and Municipal Judge $7,000
- Judge to take effect 1/1/2021
- President to take effect 5/1/2021
- Trustees to take effect 1/1/2023
Legal Analysis provided by Attorney Koehler:
Establishing and changing compensation for Village elected offices is covered under Wisconsin
Statutes § 61.193 and § 61.32. First of all the compensation must be established before the earliest
time for filing nomination papers for the office. After that date, no change may be made in the
compensation for the term of office to which that deadline applies. Under § 61.32 which is more
specific to Trustees, states “The President and Board of Trustees of any Village, whether
operating under general or special law, may by a three-fourths vote of all the members of the
Village Board determine that a salary be paid to the President and Trustees.”
These Resolutions would appear to comply with state statutes.
RECOMMENDATION: Staff would recommend the board take action on the provided
resolutions.
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VILLAGE OF LITTLE CHUTE
RESOLUTION NO. 6, SERIES OF 2020
A RESOLUTION CHANGING THE ANNUAL SALARY FOR VILLAGE
TRUSTEE
WHEREAS, the Village of Little Chute relies upon dedicated and committed community
members to volunteer to run for the office of Village Trustee and assist in leading the
Village of Little Chute; and
WHEREAS, the time commitments of this position requires time to attend Regular
Board meetings, other appointments, and regular community events; and
WHEREAS, the salary for this position has not recently been adjusted and is well below
local comparable communities;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Little Chute Board hereby
determines that effective January 1, 2023, the salary for Village Trustee shall be $5,000.
Date introduced, approved and adopted: March 4th, 2020
VILLAGE OF LITTLE CHUTE:
By:
Michael R. Vanden Berg, Village President
Attest:
Laurie Decker, Village Clerk
VILLAGE OF LITTLE CHUTE
RESOLUTION NO. 7, SERIES OF 2020
A RESOLUTION CHANGING THE ANNUAL SALARY FOR VILLAGE
PRESIDENT
WHEREAS, the Village of Little Chute relies upon a dedicated and committed
community member to volunteer to run for the office of Village President and lead the
Village of Little Chute; and
WHEREAS, the time commitments of this position require time to attend Regular Board
meetings, Plan Commission meetings, Utility Commission meetings and countless other
community minded events; and
WHEREAS, the salary for this position has not recently been adjusted and is well below
local comparable communities;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Little Chute Board hereby
determines that effective May 1st, 2021, the salary for Village President shall be $8,500.
Date introduced, approved and adopted: March 4th, 2020
VILLAGE OF LITTLE CHUTE:
By:
Michael R. Vanden Berg, Village President
Attest:
Laurie Decker, Village Clerk
VILLAGE OF LITTLE CHUTE
RESOLUTION NO. 8, SERIES OF 2020
A RESOLUTION CHANGING THE ANNUAL SALARY FOR VILLAGE
MUNICIPAL JUDGE
WHEREAS, the Village of Little Chute relies upon a dedicated and committed
community member to volunteer to run for the office of Municipal Judge; and
WHEREAS, the time commitments of this position requires time to attend annual
training, attend court at least once per month, and supervise the Municipal Court Clerk to
ensure effective operation of the Municipal Court; and
WHEREAS, the salary for this position has not recently been adjusted and is well below
local comparable communities;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Little Chute Board hereby
determines that effective January 1, 2021, the salary for Municipal Judge shall be $7,000.
Date introduced, approved and adopted: March 4th, 2020
VILLAGE OF LITTLE CHUTE:
By:
Michael R. Vanden Berg, Village President
Attest:
Laurie Decker, Village Clerk
Village of Little Chute
REQUEST FOR VILLAGE BOARD CONSIDERATION
ITEM DESCRIPTION: 2020 Personnel Manual Changes
PREPARED BY: James P. Fenlon, Administrator
REPORT DATE: February 21, 2020
EXPLANATION: There are two amendments we are recommending you adopt to the Personnel
Manual. An overview of each is as follows:
1. POLICY 703 EMERGENCY RESPONSE PLANS – We recommend striking the language
highlighted below.
11. In the Event of a Medical Emergency.
11.1 With life threatening and serious injuries call 911. Report as much information as
possible when calling 911. (Symptoms, health history, recent medications surrounding
circumstances, family contact, etc.) The above include, but are not limited to.
• Severe bleeding
• Unconsciousness (seizures do not need an EMT unless they persist)
• Absence of breathing or sudden difficulty breathing
• Any severe trauma injury to head, neck or spine
• Any sudden and severe pain
• Obvious fracture, inability to move, or great pain with movement
2. Policy 411 - Military Leave Policy – See attached policy amendment recommendations.
RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends the board approve the changes as presented.
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Village of Little Chute
REQUEST FOR VILLAGE BOARD CONSIDERATION
ITEM DESCRIPTION: Library Planning Committee
PREPARED BY: James P. Fenlon, Administrator
REPORT DATE: February 21, 2020
EXPLANATION: The first step in establishing our new library here in Little Chute is providing
for a Library Planning Committee. The Library Planning Committee is responsible for the
following:
- Developing a plan for the new library
- Describe the library location, funding, and maintenance
- Hours of operation
- Collection budget and size
- Staffing
Ideally, the Library Planning Committee will meet a few times in April and May to finalize a plan
that will have to be submitted to the Department of Public Instruction’s (DPI) Department of
Libraries and Technology (DLT).
We recently extended the invitation to the Library Planning Committee to current Little Chute
Library Board Members. I have also added suggested other members to the committee:
- Jim Moes – Confirmed Interest to Serve
- Trustee Peerenboom– Confirmed Interest to Serve
- Kathii Schommer– Confirmed Interest to Serve
- Lori Vanderloop– Confirmed Interest to Serve
- Becky Ackerman – LCASD Representative– Confirmed Interest to Serve
Suggested other members:
- Van Hoof family representative
- Town of Vandenbroek representative
- Town of Freedom representative
- Community Member – LCES PTO
- Village President
Supporting this effort, the Village Administrator will serve as staff support for the planning effort,
along with Library Director Thiry. Furthermore, upon the recommendation from Director Thiry, I
would suggest the committee publish a survey that could gather input from the community on
library services as part of the planning effort. We will finalize this committee’s representation at
the Regular Board meeting on March 18th. This will allow time to extend invitations to the
suggested members if you find that appropriate.
RECOMMENDATION: Provided for information and direction.
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Village of Little Chute
REQUEST FOR VILLAGE BOARD CONSIDERATION
ITEM DESCRIPTION: Facade Renovation Loan Program Application
PREPARED BY: James P. Fenlon, Administrator
REPORT DATE: February 21, 2020
EXPLANATION: In January we received an application for a façade grant for the Elite Smiles
Dental renovation that is currently underway in the Central Business District. The application
itself is attached to this memo for your review.
On February 14th, the Loan Review Committee (Administrator, Finance Director, Village Attorney
and Community Commercial Lender) met to discuss the merits of the application and present a
recommendation for the Village Board to consider. As you recall, the Business Improvement
Façade Renovation Loan was created to provide incentives and financial assistance to business and
property owners to improve building facades and signage in accordance with an Old World
European design theme.
The committee discussed and reviewed the application’s supporting documentation, along with
additional items needed to provide a recommendation to the Village Board. Based upon the
committee’s review, it was recommended that the Village Board offer the applicant a façade loan
for $50,000 (note: per the manual, the loan can be up to 2/3 of the total renovation cost, is a 0%
loan and is not required payments as long as the property does not change in ownership). In this
instance, this grant is the largest that the Façade program would ever make. Also, due to recent
popularity of the grant, the fund will need additional resources in the very near future in order to
continue providing grant opportunities. In addition, given the size of this grant and the
requirements of the grant, staff would also recommend capping any future grants at $50,000.
The recommendation would also require that the Village Attorney complete a title report for
the property and the cost of that to be included in the total loan amount. Upon approval, staff
will work with legal counsel to draft up the agreements for the loan and then complete the
execution of that documentation. Finally, as part of the process, we will not issue any funds until
all invoices are provided showing the work complete.
RECOMMENDATION: Approve and direct the Village Attorney to finalize the specific terms,
documents, and execute a loan for $50,000 for a Facade Renovation Loan to Elite Smiles Dental.
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Elite Smiles Cost Analysis
Demo $ 7,635.00
Masonry $ 2,500.00
Framing $ 54,449.00
EIFS $ 8,400.00
Siding $ 15,399.00
Ext. Flashing $ 12,198.00
Storefront $ 20,775.00
Roofing $ 4,500.00
Paint $ 4,463.00
Total $ 130,319.00
2/3 Total $ 86,878.46
Building Footage 2880
$40xFootage $ 115,200.00
Staff Recommendation $50,000
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Village of Little Chute
REQUEST FOR VILLAGE BOARD CONSIDERATION
ITEM DESCRIPTION: 2020 Summer Event
PREPARED BY: James P. Fenlon, Administrator
REPORT DATE: February 21, 2020
EXPLANATION: In the past two years, Little Chute was host to Bazaar After Dark in the
Downtown. Those events proved to be very popular amongst the business community and brought
a number of visitors to the Downtown. Over the past number of months, staff has discussed the
idea of hosting our own summer event/evening market on an annual basis using a similar model to
Bazaar After Dark.
We have been discussing this with a number of key business owners, community stakeholders, and
interested volunteers. While it would not be our intent to have the village staff be the driving force
over the long-term behind a new summer event, we feel it is imperative for the village to be the
driving force to get such an event started. We feel that over the course of a few years, we would
be able to determine the marketability, effectiveness, and sustaining power of such an event if the
village was involved at the front end.
Our intent would be to utilize tourism dollars to start such an event with the idea of eventually
turning it over to a non-profit or separate entity to officially run once the viability was either
proven or disproven. We are not suggesting that we create a budget reliant event. Ideally, we
create an event that is financially sustainable and perhaps profitable.
This topic is simply for discussion. If there is interest in pursuing this effort, staff will present a
project budget and more complete overview for consideration at our March 18th meeting.
RECOMMENDATION: Provided for information and direction.
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Village of Little Chute
REQUEST FOR VILLAGE BOARD CONSIDERATION
ITEM DESCRIPTION: County Sales Tax
PREPARED BY: James P. Fenlon, Administrator
REPORT DATE: February 21, 2020
EXPLANATION: We last discussed this November 15th, 2019 and this is more of an update than
anything. On Friday, February 21st, I spoke with Craig Moser at the Finance Department of
Outagamie County. He indicated that the County was likely to provide further guidance on the
sales tax discussion, in particular, extending the timeline of acceptance out to the June timeframe.
I have attached November’s IFC and supporting documents for your knowledge. In essence, under
the current instructions, we have until April 1st to indicate whether or not we would be accepting
the sales tax proceeds. If we were to accept, we would be accepting with the understanding that
“municipalities and school districts will be required to adopt a resolution and sign a form agreeing
to utilize the revenue consistent with state statute”.
This is part of the issue, in that there is an active case in Brown County where they have used the
sales tax proceeds to fund capital projects. Some in Outagamie County are anxious to hear the
results of that case because they have also allocated about 25% of all sales tax proceed to fund
capital projects. Quite frankly, if we were to accept these funds, that is where I would recommend
you allocate these funds (estimated to be $125k).
I have heard from some communities that have expressed grave concern for accepting these funds
under the strict guideline of direct levy reduction. Due to the levy restrictions and the unknown
longevity of the sales tax revenue being shared, a community could find themselves in a difficult
position if they reduced their levy corresponding to the sales tax and then had to make up the
difference if sales tax were not to be shared in the future.
I am hopeful that over time, the County will formally extend the timeframe for a decision from
each municipality and school district to make a more informed decision.
RECOMMENDATION: Provided for information.
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Village of Little Chute
REQUEST FOR VILLAGE BOARD CONSIDERATION
ITEM DESCRIPTION: Outagamie Correspondence regarding Sales Tax
PREPARED BY: James P. Fenlon, Administrator
REPORT DATE: November 15, 2019
EXPLANATION: This week we received correspondence from Outagamie County staff
regarding the sales tax proceeds. Attached to this document are the following:
1. Email communication
2. Formal Correspondence
3. Sales tax FAQ
4. Sample resolution
We are not required to take action on this until April 1, 2020. I would proposed we work with
neighboring municipalities on a legal review and determination to be concluded by February 2020.
RECOMMENDATION: Provided for information and potential discussion.
APPLETON HEALTH DEPARTMENT – Weights and Measures
100 NORTH APPLETON STREET, APPLETON WI 54911-4799
920-832-6429 FAX 920-832-5853
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Cc: Massey, Brian C.; Mueller, Yvette M.; Guidote, Joseph P.; Nelson, Thomas M.
Subject: Outagamie County Sales Tax Revenue Sharing Information
Date: Tuesday, November 12, 2019 1:24:54 PM
Attachments: 2019 Sales Tax Revenue Sharing Correspondence.pdf
COUNTY SALES TAX MUNICIPAL FAQ.pdf
SAMPLE SALES TAX SHARED REVENUE RESOLUTION.pdf
Importance: High
Good Afternoon,
Please find attached documentation relating to implementation of Outagamie County sales tax
revenue sharing with municipalities and school districts. Please note that action is required by your
municipality/school district by April 1, 2020.
While we are hopeful this information addresses any questions you may have, please feel free to
contact us with any additional questions.
Best,
Craig Moser, Deputy Director – Department & Board Relations
Financial Services | Outagamie County
(920) 832-1683
Craig.Moser@outagamie.org
FINANCIAL SERVICES
320 South Walnut St.
Appleton, WI 54911
920.832.1680
______________________________________________________________
November 12, 2019
Dear Outagamie County Municipal/School District Official:
Outagamie County enacted Ordinance B—2019-20 establishing a one-half percent
(0.5%) county sales and use tax, which authorized sharing up to a maximum of 15% of
the net proceeds with qualifying municipalities and school districts located within
Outagamie County. The Outagamie County Board adopted the 2020 budget on
November 4th, which included revenue sharing with county municipalities and school
districts. This correspondence outlines the parameters of the revenue sharing between
the county and municipalities/school districts.
The county sales and use tax and revenue sharing will be implemented on January 1,
2020. The revenue sharing is effective for calendar year 2020 and is subject to change,
per the annual county budget process. Therefore, there is no guarantee this revenue
will be available in 2021.
The county will make distributions to municipalities and school districts that choose to
accept the funds based on the methodology outlined in the attached FAQ document.
The payment schedule determined by the county is anticipated to be on a semi-annual
basis with payments occurring approximately August 10, 2020 (January – June
collections) and February 10, 2021 (July – December collections). Payments will be
allocated based on actual 2020 revenues received by the county from the WI
Department of Revenue. A spreadsheet containing the total estimated 2020 revenues
for municipalities/school districts is attached to the enclosed FAQ document for your
reference.
By signing below and returning this form to Outagamie County no later than April 1,
2020, your municipality/school district agrees to accept this source of revenue and to
utilize it “for the purpose of directly reducing the property tax levy”, pursuant to Wis.
Stat. § 77.70. You are encouraged to consult with your legal counsel for guidance as
necessary. Please include a copy of your governing body’s resolution to accept the
sales tax allocation and agreement to follow the referenced requirements under Section
77.70 (template resolution attached).
Please refer to the attached FAQ document for further information.
Municipality/School District_____________________________________________
Chief Elected Official/Administrator_______________________________________
Date_________________________
OUTAGAMIE COUNTY SALES TAX
MUNICIPAL & SCHOOL DISTRICT REVENUE SHARING
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Q: Is it legal for the county to share sales tax revenue with municipalities and school
districts?
WI State Statute 77.76(3) allows Wisconsin counties to share all or a portion of sales tax
revenue with underlying municipalities and school districts. The statute is included below for
reference (emphasis added):
77.76(3) From the appropriation under s. 20.835 (4) (g) the department of revenue shall
distribute 98.25 percent of the county taxes reported for each enacting county, minus
the county portion of the retailers' discounts, to the county and shall indicate the taxes
reported by each taxpayer, no later than 75 days following the last day of the calendar
quarter in which such amounts were reported. In this subsection, the “county portion of
the retailers' discount" is the amount determined by multiplying the total retailers'
discount by a fraction the numerator of which is the gross county sales and use taxes
payable and the denominator of which is the sum of the gross state and county sales
and use taxes payable. The county taxes distributed shall be increased or decreased to
reflect subsequent refunds, audit adjustments, and all other adjustments of the county
taxes previously distributed. Interest paid on refunds of county sales and use taxes shall
be paid from the appropriation under s. 20.835 (4) (g) at the rate paid by this state
under s. 77.60 (1) (a). The county may retain the amount it receives or it may distribute
all or a portion of the amount it receives to the towns, villages, cities, and school
districts in the county. After receiving notice from the department of revenue, a county
shall reimburse the department for the amount by which any refunds, including interest,
of the county's sales and use taxes that the department pays or allows in a reporting
period exceeds the amount of the county's sales and use taxes otherwise payable to the
county under this subsection for the same or subsequent reporting period. Any county
receiving a report under this subsection is subject to the duties of confidentiality to
which the department of revenue is subject under s. 77.61 (5) and (6).
Q: Why is the county sharing with school districts? Sheboygan County is the only other
county currently sharing county sales tax revenue and it’s only going to municipalities.
Outagamie County Corporation Counsel Joe Guidote has reviewed the pertinent statutes and
provided a legal opinion. In short, he opines that the county could restrict the use of the
revenue being shared, which may exclude certain entities. For example, Sheboygan County
specifically requires the revenues be used for public transportation infrastructure, which
excludes school districts from qualifying. However, if there is no specified use limiting entities
that would qualify, the county must share with all of the entities mentioned in the statute,
including school districts, in an equitable manner. The only restriction included in the
Ordinance passed by the Outagamie County Board is that the revenue must be used in
accordance with WI state statutes. Please note that municipalities and school districts are
encouraged to consult their own legal counsel for guidance on utilization of the county sales tax
revenue.
Q: How long can municipalities and schools rely on this shared revenue from the county?
There is no guarantee the county would continue to share revenue generated by the county
sales tax. The current County Board is unable to bind a future County Board to this policy
decision. Therefore, all entities receiving a share of this revenue from the county should be
mindful of that fact when making budget decisions regarding the use of this revenue. If the
revenue is used to pay for debt service, for example, the recipient will be protected against a
significant adverse impact should the county rescind the revenue sharing in a subsequent
adopted county budget since the recipient could increase the tax levy for debt service (as
available under the current levy limit formula). On the other hand, if the revenue was used to
cover ongoing operational expenses, a recipient could experience a budgetary gap if the county
rescinded the revenue sharing at any point in the future. The ordinance language is
intentionally general to allow for as much flexibility as possible for municipalities and school
districts, given the range of municipal and school district needs that exist today and may exist in
the future. Municipalities and schools can avoid future budget issues by using this revenue
prudently.
Q: How will the county determine the amounts that will be distributed to each municipality
and school district?
The pertinent section of the County Ordinance passed by the County Board reads as follows:
The sharing methodologies are outlined within the Sales Tax Analysis Report compiled by
Outagamie County Financial Services on Page 26 as follows:
A) Allocating the Funding Between Local Municipalities and Local School Districts
The first step in the process is to allocate funding between the local municipalities and
school districts. This allocation was completed by considering each municipality/school
district as one unit of government. If a municipality or school district is located in more
than one county, the share of equalized value located within the county versus that
individual unit of government’s overall equalized value was used. For example, if 75% of a
municipality/school district’s equalized value is within the county, that municipality/school
district would be considered as a 0.75 unit. Based upon this analysis and an estimated total
of $3,000,000 to be distributed to municipalities and school districts, 80% of the allocation
would be made to local municipalities ($2,400,000) and 20% would be made to local school
districts ($600,000). See tables in Appendix D from the Sales Tax Analysis Report (attached)
for details.
B) Sharing the Funding between the two subsets – B1 Local Municipalities and B2 School
Districts
B1 – Local Municipalities – This example uses the following three-pronged methodology to
distribute the estimated $2,400,000 million in sales tax to the local municipalities within the
county: 1) Equalized value at 33.33%, 2) Population at 33.33%, 3) Lane miles at 33.34%.
1) EQUALIZED VALUE - 33.33% to be allocated based upon Equalized Value (including
TIFs). Equalized value is the current method used to calculate the county’s tax rate.
[Note - While the current tax rate calculation for the county share excludes the TIF
valuations, we have used the gross equalized valuation since this more accurately
reflects the overall equalized value of the municipalities within the county.] This is
consistent with the current approach to allocating tax increases (or decreases) to all
local units of government. NOTE: Equalized values are based on prior year data
per the Wisconsin Department of Revenue (i.e. 2018 equalized values utilized for
2020 budget calculation).
2) POPULATION - 33.33% to be allocated based upon population. This portion would
be based on the premise that the entire population within the county would be
paying county sales tax. Therefore, residents in each municipality would benefit
from the county contribution back to the local municipalities. NOTE: Population
numbers are based on prior year final estimates per the Wisconsin Department of
Administration - Demographic Services Center (i.e. 2018 final estimates utilized for
2020 budget calculation).
3) LANE MILES - 33.34% would be based on the number of lane miles within each
jurisdiction (and only within Outagamie County’s borders). NOTE: Lane miles are
based on prior year data per the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (i.e.
2019 lane miles data utilized for 2020 budget calculation).
This balanced, three-pronged approach would reasonably and equitably distribute the
sales tax back to the local municipalities based on the allocated share of the county’s
levy (equalized value), those that have paid it (population based) and those that need it
to fund transportation or other infrastructure or related expenditures (lane miles). The
estimated allocations for each local municipality based on this methodology are noted in
Appendix E of the Sales Tax Analysis Report (attached). NOTE: It is important to
underscore that the allocations in Appendix E are estimates. While the county took a
conservative approach estimating total sales tax collections in 2020, actual revenues
may be less than projected resulting in lower distributions to municipalities than
reflected in Appendix E. Therefore, municipalities are encouraged to be conservative
when including sales tax revenue in their 2020 budgets.
B2 – Local School Districts - We have used the following two-pronged methodology to
distribute the estimated $600,000 in sales tax to the local school districts within the county:
1) Equalized value at 50% and 2) Enrollment at 50%.
1) EQUALIZED VALUE - 50% to be allocated based on Equalized Value (Including TIFs).
Equalized Value is the current method used to calculate the county’s tax rate. [While
the current tax rate calculation for the county share excludes the TIF valuations, we
have used the gross equalized valuation since this more accurately reflects the
overall equalized value for them within the county.] This portion would maintain
the current approach to allocating tax increases (or decreases) to all local units of
government. NOTE: Equalized values are based on prior year data per the
Wisconsin Department of Revenue (i.e. 2018 equalized values utilized for 2020
budget calculation).
2) STUDENT ENROLLMENT - 50% to be allocated based upon school enrollment. This
ensures that local school districts with higher student counts would receive a slightly
higher portion of the school districts’ allocation. NOTE: Student enrollment
numbers are based on prior year data per the Wisconsin Department of Public
Instruction or on other reasonable allocation methods if enrollment data by
county is not readily obtainable.
This balanced, two-pronged approach would reasonably and equitably distribute the
sales tax back to the local school districts based on the allocated share of the county’s
levy (equalized value) and student enrollment. The estimated allocations for each local
school district based on this methodology are noted in Appendix F of the Sales Tax
Analysis Report (attached). NOTE: It is important to underscore that the allocations in
Appendix F are estimates. While the county took a conservative approach estimating
total sales tax collections in 2020, actual revenues may be less than projected
resulting in lower distributions to school districts than reflected in Appendix F.
Therefore, school districts are encouraged to be conservative when including sales tax
revenue in their 2020 budgets.
Q: When can municipalities and school districts expect to receive sales tax revenue payments
from the county?
The county will determine the payment method and schedule. It is currently anticipated that
payments will be made on a semi-annual basis (approximately August 10, 2020 for January –
June collections and February 10, 2021 for July – December collections) and will be based on
15% of actual 2020 revenues received by the county from the WI Department of Revenue. The
county’s fiscal year is the calendar year. Entities with differing fiscal years will need to choose
which fiscal year to apply the revenues based on their financial reporting guidelines.
Q: What are the county requirements for municipalities and school districts regarding their
use of the sales tax revenue?
Municipalities and school districts will be required to adopt a resolution and sign a form
agreeing to utilize the revenue consistent with state statute. The county will provide standard
templates for municipalities and school districts to utilize. Please note that municipalities and
school districts are encouraged to consult their own legal counsel for guidance on the utilization
of county sales tax revenue.
APPENDIX D
MUNICIPAL & SCHOOL DISTRICT ALLOCATION TABLES
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*TOTAL EQUALIZED *OC EQUALIZED
MUNICIPALITY VALUE VALUE UNIT SHARE
TOWNS
BLACK CREEK $ 102,821,000 $ 102,821,000 1.00
BOVINA 101,956,800 101,956,800 1.00
BUCHANAN 684,363,800 684,363,800 1.00
CENTER 378,915,000 378,915,000 1.00
CICERO 90,794,800 90,794,800 1.00
DALE 267,681,600 267,681,600 1.00
DEER CREEK 44,403,400 44,403,400 1.00
ELLINGTON 276,129,900 276,129,900 1.00
FREEDOM 533,827,200 533,827,200 1.00
GRAND CHUTE 2,657,993,100 2,657,993,100 1.00
GREENVILLE 1,323,094,600 1,323,094,600 1.00
HORTONIA 122,906,900 122,906,900 1.00
KAUKAUNA 140,412,400 140,412,400 1.00
LIBERTY 72,791,800 72,791,800 1.00
MAINE 75,697,100 75,697,100 1.00
MAPLE CREEK 46,737,000 46,737,000 1.00
ONEIDA 216,087,800 216,087,800 1.00
OSBORN 98,654,400 98,654,400 1.00
SEYMOUR 103,983,100 103,983,100 1.00
VANDENBROEK 172,130,300 172,130,300 1.00
VILLAGES
BEAR CREEK 16,788,500 16,788,500 1.00
BLACK CREEK 69,657,000 69,657,000 1.00
COMBINED LOCKS 297,130,800 297,130,800 1.00
HORTONVILLE 199,760,600 199,760,600 1.00
HOWARD 1,809,530,400 25,000 0.00
KIMBERLY 524,142,700 524,142,700 1.00
LITTLE CHUTE 878,465,300 878,465,300 1.00
NICHOLS 9,157,000 9,157,000 1.00
SHIOCTON 41,281,400 41,281,400 1.00
WRIGHTSTOWN 254,760,200 43,542,300 0.17
CITIES
APPLETON 5,443,435,200 4,586,364,300 0.84
KAUKAUNA 1,088,410,700 1,088,364,100 1.00
NEW LONDON 388,138,900 124,884,900 0.32
SEYMOUR 210,167,300 210,167,300 1.00
TOTALS $ 18,742,208,000 $ 15,601,113,200 31.34
*WI Dept of Revenue - 2018 Statement of Changes in Equalized Values
*TOTAL EQUALIZED *OC EQUALIZED
SCHOOL DISTRICT VALUE VALUE UNIT SHARE
APPLETON $ 8,129,465,172 $ 7,137,207,575 0.88
KIMBERLY 2,156,682,752 1,257,653,218 0.58
KAUKAUNA 2,393,293,273 1,814,423,363 0.76
LITTLE CHUTE 549,592,535 549,592,535 1.00
HORTONVILLE 2,202,756,864 2,202,756,864 1.00
SEYMOUR 823,012,881 804,836,610 0.98
FREEDOM 925,383,873 925,383,873 1.00
SHIOCTON 336,846,131 336,846,131 1.00
CLINTONVILLE 651,189,274 66,666,495 0.10
NEW LONDON 1,126,138,908 354,557,852 0.31
WEST DEPERE 2,265,512,409 41,611,601 0.02
WRIGHTSTOWN 719,987,676 109,111,540 0.15
PULASKI 1,815,504,581 453,011 0.00
MENASHA 1,406,322,239 12,532 0.00
TOTALS $ 25,501,688,568 $ 15,601,113,200 7.78
* WI Dept of Education - The number of students enrolled on the 3rd Friday of Sept.
*****
MUNICIPAL & SCHOOL DISTRICT ALLOCATION TABLE:
County Distribution
MUNICIPAL UNITS 31.34 80% $2,400,000.00
SCHOOL DIST UNITS 7.78 20% $600,000.00
TOTALS 39.12 100% $3,000,000.00
APPENDIX E
MUNICIPAL DISTRIBUTION TABLE
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Estimate of Potential Distributions to Local Government Municipalities
$2,400,000 allocated by: 33.33% Equalized Value, 33.33% Population, 33.34% Lane Miles
EQUALIZED
VALUE POPULATION LANE MILES TOTAL
MUNICIPALITY SHARE SHARE SHARE SHARE
TOWNS
BLACK CREEK $ 5,272 $ 5,400 $ 23,168 $ 33,840
BOVINA 5,232 5,024 18,248 28,504
BUCHANAN 35,096 30,208 24,880 90,184
CENTER 19,432 15,448 34,632 69,512
CICERO 4,656 4,824 26,024 35,504
DALE 13,728 12,360 24,992 51,080
DEER CREEK 2,280 2,808 17,840 22,928
ELLINGTON 14,160 13,000 31,416 58,576
FREEDOM 27,376 26,256 34,608 88,240
GRAND CHUTE 136,296 98,408 68,328 303,032
GREENVILLE 67,848 51,088 56,960 175,896
HORTONIA 6,304 4,736 10,864 21,904
KAUKAUNA 7,200 5,616 19,480 32,296
LIBERTY 3,736 3,800 12,584 20,120
MAINE 3,880 3,824 16,464 24,168
MAPLE CREEK 2,400 2,616 11,880 16,896
ONEIDA 11,080 20,504 43,176 74,760
OSBORN 5,056 5,240 15,032 25,328
SEYMOUR 5,336 5,152 20,808 31,296
VANDENBROEK 8,824 6,824 11,312 26,960
VILLAGES
BEAR CREEK 864 1,920 2,096 4,880
BLACK CREEK 3,568 5,672 3,912 13,152
COMBINED LOCKS 15,240 15,280 9,264 39,784
HORTONVILLE 10,240 11,896 7,840 29,976
HOWARD - - - -
KIMBERLY 26,880 28,984 17,632 73,496
LITTLE CHUTE 45,048 48,208 27,320 120,576
NICHOLS 472 1,176 1,840 3,488
SHIOCTON 2,120 4,024 2,832 8,976
WRIGHTSTOWN 2,232 864 1,408 4,504
CITIES
APPLETON 235,160 266,896 142,920 644,976
KAUKAUNA 55,808 69,592 41,624 167,024
NEW LONDON 6,400 7,424 7,544 21,368
SEYMOUR 10,776 14,928 11,072 36,776
TOTALS $ 800,000 $ 800,000 $ 800,000 $ 2,400,000
33.33% 33.33% 33.34% 100.00%
APPENDIX F
SCHOOL DISTRICT DISTRIBUTION TABLE
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Estimate of Potential Distributions to School Districts
$600,000 allocated by: 50% Outagamie Equalized Value, 50% Outagamie Student Enrollment
ENROLLMENT EQUALIZED VALUE
SCHOOL DISTRICT Share ofSHARE
OC Total SHARE TOTAL SHARE
APPLETON $ 136,140 $ 137,250 $ 273,390
KIMBERLY 28,800 24,180 52,980
KAUKAUNA 28,380 34,890 63,270
LITTLE CHUTE 15,240 10,560 25,800
HORTONVILLE 38,160 42,360 80,520
SEYMOUR 20,640 15,480 36,120
FREEDOM 15,300 17,790 33,090
SHIOCTON 6,660 6,480 13,140
CLINTONVILLE 1,230 1,290 2,520
NEW LONDON 6,840 6,810 13,650
WEST DEPERE 630 810 1,440
WRIGHTSTOWN 1,980 2,100 4,080
PULASKI - - -
MENASHA - - -
TOTALS $ 300,000 $ 300,000 $ 600,000
50.00% 50.00% 100.00%
*********
SAMPLE SALES TAX SHARED REVENUE RESOLUTION
The Outagamie County Board of Supervisors has adopted Ordinance B—2019-20
enacting a county sales and use tax of one-half of one percent (0.5%) in
Outagamie County effective January 1, 2020. Section 5 of Ordinance B—2019-
20 authorizes sharing of the net proceeds of the sales and use tax up to a
maximum of 15% of net proceeds with qualifying municipalities and school
districts located in Outagamie County.
The method for determining the share local municipalities and school districts
receive for the 2020 calendar year is as follows:
1) Municipalities (Cities, Towns and Villages) – 80% of the shared revenue
a) Equalized Value Including TIF (Per WISDOR 2018 Statement of
Changes in Equalized Values) – 33.33%
b) Population (Per WISDOA 2018 final estimates) – 33.33%
c) Lane Miles (Per WISDOT 2019 final GTA report) – 33.34%
2) School Districts – 20% of the shared revenue
a) Equalized Value Including TIF (Per WISDOR 2018 Statement of
Changes in Equalized Values) – 50%
b) Student Enrollment (Per WISDPI 2018) – 50%
For municipalities and school districts spanning multiple counties, only the
Outagamie County portion will be used in the formulas.
NOW THEREFORE, the undersigned members of ____________________recommend
adoption of the following resolution.
BE IT RESOLVED, that the ________________________does hereby agree to accept and
expend the shared county sales tax revenue from Outagamie County“for the purpose of directly
reducing the property tax levy”, pursuant to Wis. Stat. § 77.70, and
BE IT FINALLY RESOLVED, that a copy of this Resolution be forwarded to the
Outagamie County Executive, Outagamie County Clerk and Outagamie County Finance Director.
Dated this day of ___________.
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