Friday Memo

 

 FRIDAY MEMO

 

 

To:                  Town Board Members

From:  John Olson, Town Administrator

Date:   September 18, 2026    

 

 

Please take time to read this week’s Friday Memo- -a general recap of the week and upcoming news.  As always, should you like more information, I ask that you call the office, e-mail or stop in.  Thanks for your continued support. 

    1. One more Special Board of Review is scheduled for next Wednesday at 12:30pm re: the Major Trust 2026 Assessment appeal.
    2. At Tuesday’s Board Meeting, you reached consensus to grant access to Windmill Way when a formal driveway application is needed and is compliant with our driveway ordinance.
    3. Our total WI Disaster Fund application submission for the 7/3 Windstorm ended up a little over $70K.  And the state is requesting additional information on locations and work details due in early October.  If all expenses qualify, we should receive 70% of the submitted total, but it may take up 6-12 months to receive the funding.  Thanks to all department heads and coworkers for all their hard work on this storm response.
    4. Friends of the Park has reconsidered and is keeping the Winterfest date the same, or 1-16-2027.  Oktoberfest is coming up soon, 10-3-2026.
    5. Public Works & Town Board has voted to approve a 20% increase in Private Road Maintenance charges.  Fees were increased 10% each year for 2023-2025, but were unchanged for 2026.   
    6. TDS is planning a broadband expansion project throughout the Town with construction beginning sometime 4th Quarter, 2026, or 1st Quarter, 2027.  Expect a company rep attending a future Board Meeting to give a brief introduction of the company and project.  This should be direct competition to Charter/Spectrum. 
    7. At the June Board Meeting, you reached consensus to keep the status quo for Public Works to continue Private Road Maintenance & Snow Plowing.     
    8. Short-Term Rental Complaint Hotline is available 24/7 at 866-257-0149 or online at https://www.harmari.com/tipform-delavan
    9. Finance Committee reviewed and discussed options to help solve an approx. $1M 2027 budget gap at their last meeting.  A Special Board Meeting is scheduled for Friday, 10/2, at 2:30pm to make a recommendation on the 2027 proposed budget.
    10. All Assessed Values for the Town are available online at accurateassessor.com.    
    11. The Highway Shop is a “free drop-off site” for Waste Oil that is used for heating purposes.  We are currently in low supply.
    12. Enjoy your weekend!    

                                       

     

     

    Meetings next week:  Board of Review, Wednesday at 12:30pm