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Weekly News Blast: This week the public works crew continued to clear brush and trees along some town rights of way. Some residents have complained that they think it’s a waste of town time or money. But in fact, it’s all about safety. Providing clear viewing, especially at road intersections, allows drivers to spot other vehicles, pedestrians, bikers, pets, and wildlife to avoid accidents. In addition to brushing, the crew filled in the dips on 90th Street between County Road W and Griffith Avenue. Sorry to disappoint those of you who enjoyed the roller coaster ride along that road section – ha! This week’s Olympic theme of “Faster, Higher, Stronger” might not resonate with all of us, however I think it speaks to the idea of working to achieve great things. In my humble opinion the current town board has done work to uphold our charges to protect your health, safety, and welfare. It’s been a tumultuous time for our five town officers, but we will continue to think of you in harmony.   Have a safe weekend, Sharon

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Weekly News Blast

The Board held its monthly meeting on Wednesday. Of note was correspondences from the Public Service Commission of Wisconsin. There are now four (4) real or potential utility solar projects approved or applied for in Portage County with large acreages in the Towns of Buena Vista, Grant, Pine Grove, Plover and recently Stockton (map). Further, a large transmission line that will bisect a small portion of the most SE part of Grant. Notice was also received this week that the Wisconsin Wildlife Federation has appealed the Vista Sands Solar project approved last month by the PSC (notice).

The WDNR plans to install two (2) small parking areas at the end of 130th south of CTH W and at the end of Quarry east of CTH F. Both areas are frequently used by hunters, birders, dog trailers, etc. during the year. Currently the roads are considered “low maintenance” but the Town intends to lift and reshape them in cooperation with the Department prior to installation of improved access for vehicles. In further cooperation the WDNR will consider allowing the Town to install a comparable parking area on state land just west of the culvert on Griffith west of CTH F if the middle road section is discontinued as requested by abutting landowners. More to follow on these projects this spring/summer.

Lots like we might get some measurable snow in the next 24 hours. Enjoy it! Please know that our plow operators will do the best they can to keep our roads open. Sharon