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Woodruff board asks firm to draft updated land‑use ordinance, zoning map
Summary
The town board agreed to ask Kendall Welch (through Jones and Demille) for a formal quote to update Woodruff’s land‑use ordinance and zoning map and to incorporate required state code changes; planning staff recommended starting from the draft online and producing a cited quote prior to a formal adoption process.
The Woodruff Town Board voted to seek a formal quote from Kendall Welch of Jones and Demille to update the town’s land‑use ordinance and produce a current zoning map that incorporates state code changes.
The chair told members the town’s zoning ordinance dates back to 1980 and that a draft prepared in 2023 was not adopted. The board’s clerk reported the consultant estimated between about $1,200 and $3,000 to complete a scoped update depending on how much must be added; the board authorized the firm to prepare a draft and a price estimate for the board’s review.
Board members emphasized the need for a current zoning map that reflects recent property sales and county GIS updates. Planning and zoning had recommended adopting a $300 rezoning application fee that aligns with county practice; the board voted to approve the rezoning application form and the fee so the town can post a formal process for applicants.
Members said the next steps are for the consulting firm to deliver a draft ordinance and cost estimate; the town would then review the draft, consider amendments and follow the required public‑meeting steps before any ordinance adoption.
