Overview
The Board of Appeals will make a binding decision on requests for zoning code variances and/or appeals of administrative decisions made by Village officials.
Meetings
As needed
Village of Ellsworth - lower level Board Room
Members
Consists of five appointed members; 2 citizen members and three Village Board trustees.
Board Members
Kristi Miller, Chairperson
Laurie Neeley - (715) 307-3140
Ryan Bench - (715) 821-4938
Tony Hines - (715) 307-0852
Dale Hines
Overview
The Board of Review is a quasi-judicial body responsible for correcting errors on the assessment roll and administering property tax assessment appeals. A property owner can discuss the assessment with the assessor and provide any information that might affect the assessment.
Meetings
The Board of Review meets annually anytime during the 45-day period beginning on the 4th Monday in April. All Boards of Review must be in session at least 2 hours. After this first meeting, the Board may then adjourn at its own discretion from time to time, until its business is completed. However, whenever the Board adjourns for more than one day, the Clerk must post a written notice on the meeting place door, stating the date and time that the Board will resume meeting.
Members
Consists of three members; three Village Board trustees.
Board Members
| Name | Phone |
|---|---|
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Dale Hines
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Tony Hines
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(715) 307-0852 |
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Lance Austin
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(715) 307-2066 |
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Ryan Bench
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(715) 821-4938 |
Overview
The duties of the Cemetery Committee shall be to advise the Village Board concerning operation and maintenance of the Maple Grove Cemetery. Examples include but not limited to: public works maintenance, sale of grave sites, the matters set forth in Sec. 11.17 of the Municipal Code, and duties of the Sexton.
Meetings
As needed
Village Hall - Lower Level Board Room
Members
Consists of five appointed members; 2 citizen members and three Village Board trustees.
Cemetery Sexton
Village Clerk's Office
Members:
| Name | Position | Phone |
|---|---|---|
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Chairperson |
(715) 821-4938 |
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Member |
(715) 307-0852 |
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Member |
(715) 307-0700 |
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Mark Anderson
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Member |
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| Lisa Olson |
Member |
Overview
Pursuant to Sections 66.1335 and 66.1339 of the Wisconsin Statutes, the Village Board created the Community Development Authority of the Village of Ellsworth, Wisconsin. The Authority shall be a separate body politic for the purpose of carrying out qualified redevelopment projects, and shall have all powers, duties, and functions of community development authorities contained in Section 66.1335 of the Wisconsin Statutes, as amended from time to time. The Authority shall also act as the agent of the Village in planning and carrying out community development programs and activities approved by the Village Board and the Village President under the Federal Housing and Community Development Act of 1974.
Meetings
Third Thursday of every month at 5:30pm
Village Hall - lower level Board Room
Members
Consists of seven appointed members; two Village Board trustees and five citizen members. Members serve a 3-year term. Appointments shall be staggered so that not more than two members are appointed in any one year.
| Name | Position | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Laurie Neeley |
Chairperson |
(715) 307-3140 |
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Ryan Bench
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Member |
(715) 821-4938 |
| Kaydi Sobottka |
Member Citizen |
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| Carter Schutz |
Member Citizen |
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| Roxy Birkel |
Member Citizen |
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| Kristi Miller |
Member Citizen |
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| Dale Hines |
Member Citizen |
| Name | Position | Phone |
|---|---|---|
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Andrew Borner
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Chairperson |
(715) 307-0731 |
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Cristina Lalley
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Member |
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Curtis Betthauser
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Member |
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Mike Bull
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Member |
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Tony Hines
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Alternate |
(715) 307-0852 |
Meetings
As needed
Village Hall - lower level Board Room
Members
Consists of three appointed Village Board trustees &
Committee Members
| Name | Position | Phone |
|---|---|---|
|
Andrew Borner
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Chairperson |
(715) 307-0731 |
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Ryan Bench
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Member |
(715) 821-4938 |
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Lance Austin
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Member |
(715) 307-2066 |
Overview
The committee provides the Village Board with advice regarding the health, safety, and welfare of the community. Duties include but are not limited to reviewing alcohol and tobacco licenses.
Meetings
As needed
Village Hall - lower level Board Room
Members
Consists of three appointed Village Board trustees.
Committee Members
| Name | Position | Phone |
|---|---|---|
|
Laurie Neeley
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Chairperson |
(715) 307-3140 |
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Tony Hines
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Member |
(715) 307-0852 |
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Lance Austin
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Member |
(715) 307-2066 |
Overview
The CDBG Housing Program will meet to review and/or approve loan applications.
Meetings
As needed
Village Hall - lower level Board Room
Members
Consists of three appointed Village Board trustees
Committee Members
| Name | Position | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Tony Hines |
Chairperson |
(715) 307-0852 |
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Member |
(715) 307-0700 |
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| Andrew Borner |
Member |
(715) 307-0731 |
Board Members
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Name |
Position |
Phone |
|---|---|---|
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Judy Perkins |
President |
(715) 273-4270 |
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Laurie Neeley |
Member (Village Board Rep.) |
(715) 307-3140 |
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Henrietta Jansa |
Member |
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Carter Schutz |
Member |
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Michael Harris |
Member |
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Angie Bjork |
Member (School Rep.) |
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Sharon Hofmeister |
Member |
Overview
To plan, develop and conduct community-wide recreational and leisure facilities and activities which are designed to strengthen family and community relationships; thereby enhancing the quality of life in the Ellsworth Community.
Meetings
As needed
Village of Ellsworth - lower level Board Room
Members
Consists of three appointed Village Board trustees.
Committee Members
| Name | Position | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Jarod Traynor |
Chairperson |
715-651-8907 |
| Lance Austin |
Member |
(715) 307-2066 |
| Ryan Bench |
Member |
(715) 821-4938 |
Overview
It shall be the power and the duty of the Plan Commission to review and make recommendations concerning the Village of Ellsworth Zoning Ordinance, zoning map, and extraterritorial zoning to the Village Board. The Village Board shall not be restricted hereby from review or adoption of changes and amendments to the Village of Ellsworth Zoning Ordinance, zoning map, and issues relating to extraterritorial zoning.
Meetings
3rd Monday of the month (unless otherwise posted)
Village Hall - lower level Board Room
Agenda, Minutes, and Packets
Members
Consists of the Village President and six appointed members; four citizen members and two trustees.
Review Application (Plan Commission/ETZ Review)
Commission Members
| Name | Position | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Cristina Lalley | Chairperson | |
| Rebecca Beissel | Member | (651) 231-8698 |
| Andrew Borner | Member | (715) 307-0731 |
| Ryan Bench | Member | (715) 821-4938 |
| Mike Bull | Member - Citizen | |
| Jay Nesseth | Member - Citizen | |
| Curtis Betthauser | Member - Citizen |
Overview
Members will work with the Ellsworth Fire Department and Ambulance Service to understand the equipment and needs to provide a high quality of service to residents. This will be accomplished by attending and participating in scheduled meetings.
Meetings
Attend Fire Department and/or Ambulance meetings as scheduled
Members
Consists of the two Village Board trustees; one for Fire Dept and one for ambulance, plus an alternate.
Committee Members
| Name | Position | Phone |
|---|---|---|
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Fire Assoc. Rep / Member |
(715) 307-0700 |
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| Laurie Neeley |
Ambulance Rep. / Member |
(715) 307-3140 |
| Tony Hines |
Member (Alt) |
(715) 307-0852 |
Overview
Members will address employer/employee relations. Examples include but not limited to: wages, salary, sick leave, vacation pay, employee conduct, and grievances.
Meetings
As needed
Village of Ellsworth - lower level Board Room
Members
Consists of three appointed Village Board trustees.
Committee Members
| Name | Position | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Ryan Bench |
Chairperson |
(715) 821-4938 |
| Laurie Neeley |
Member |
(715) 307-3140 |
| Lance Austin |
Member |
(715) 307-2066 |
Overview
Members will review sex offender residency appeals.
Meetings
As needed
Village of Ellsworth - lower level Board Room
Members
Consists of three appointed citizen members, plus one alternate.
Board Members
| Name | Position |
|---|---|
| Karen Meyer |
Member |
| Donna Swenson |
Member |
| Matt Anderson |
Member |
| Amber Ristow |
Alternate |
Overview
Members will provide recommendations regarding solid waste, cable tv, etc.
Meetings
As needed
Village of Ellsworth - lower level Board Room
Members
Consists of three appointed trustees.
Committee Members
| Name | Position | Phone |
|---|---|---|
|
Chairperson |
(715) 307-0700 |
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| Tony Hines |
Member |
(715) 307-0852 |
| Lance Austin |
Member |
(715) 307-2066 |
Committee Members
Lance Austin, Chairperson (715) 307-2066
Andrew Borner (715) 307-0731
Jarod Traynor
Overview
The members will meet when a TID is created and/or amended and to review the Annual TID Reports.
Meetings
As needed
Village of Ellsworth - lower level Board Room
Members
Consists of one appointed trustee and one appointed citizen member.
Board Members
| Name | Position | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Andrew Borner |
Chairperson |
(715) 307-0731 |
| Steve Georgakas |
Member Citizen |
Overview
The committee makes recommendations to the Village Board regarding water and sewer utilities.
Meetings
As needed
Village of Ellsworth - lower level Board Room
Members
Consists of three appointed trustees.
Committee Members
| Name | Position | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Tony Hines |
Chairperson |
(715) 307-0852 |
| Laurie Neeley |
Member |
(715) 307-3140 |
| Andrew Borner |
Member |
(715) 307-0731 |