County Committee approves salary range for County Manager candidate Dan Dunbar

The Dunn County Executive Committee convened on June 11, 2025, to address several key agenda items, beginning with the approval of the minutes from the previous meeting held on May 14, 2025. The committee unanimously approved the minutes after a motion by Supervisor Morehouse, seconded by Supervisor Hedlund, with no corrections noted.

Following the approval of the minutes, the committee moved into a closed session to discuss the employment of the County Manager, as permitted under Wisconsin statute 19.85(1)(c). Upon returning to open session, it was reported that the committee had approved a salary range for Mr. Dan Dunbar, who is set to be negotiated with for the position. A resolution to allow the County Chairman to negotiate the salary will be presented later in the meeting.

The County Manager then provided a report, noting that the agenda for the upcoming county board meeting mirrored the current one, indicating a quiet month with no new ordinances or resolutions from standing committees. The County Manager also mentioned an upcoming surgery and expressed hope for a swift recovery.

A discussion ensued regarding the use of outreach funds for community-related events aimed at building relationships and raising awareness of county representatives. The committee expressed support for this initiative, emphasizing its importance in fostering good relations with the public and other government levels.

The meeting progressed to the next agenda item, which involved a resolution adopting the 2026-2030 Capital Improvement Plan. Supervisor Morehouse moved to adopt the plan, with Supervisor Quinn seconding the motion. A presentation by Beata was anticipated to provide further details before the vote.

Overall, the meeting highlighted significant administrative actions, including the approval of a salary range for the County Manager and the adoption of a long-term capital improvement plan, reflecting the committee's ongoing commitment to effective governance and community engagement.