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Bruggink withdraws certified survey map; town to consult county on culvert fix
Summary
Brian Bruggink told the board he will not sign the certified survey map for a previously approved land division because he wants the resulting parcel to remain at least 40 acres; he also raised a complaint that an installed culvert prevents farm‑equipment access and asked the town to consult Sheboygan County engineers.
Brian Bruggink addressed the board during the April 14 meeting regarding a prior land‑division request affecting parcels on DeMaster Road and Kappers Road. Let the minutes show that the request was initially approved but later amended to deny because a signed certified survey map was not submitted. Bruggink said he and his family “decided that they no longer agree to the ditch protruding onto their property,” and that the land division would result in a parcel of less than 40 acres, which he said does not meet his goals; for that reason he has not submitted a signed certified survey map.
Bruggink also said a culvert installed under a field entrance was placed at a height that prevents farm equipment from crossing. He proposed installing two smaller culverts rather than one large one to restore access while managing stormwater. Chair Huenink said the town would consult Sheboygan County engineering staff to determine appropriate culvert size and height and town board members agreed to meet with Bruggink after county consultation.
Why it matters: the conversation ties land‑division approvals, right‑of‑way/ditch placement and farm access — practical issues for agricultural landowners — to town permitting and Sheboygan County engineering decisions. Bruggink also raised broader concerns about communications during the project.
Next steps: town staff and board members will consult Sheboygan County engineering staff and meet with Bruggink to seek a solution for culvert sizing and access; no immediate change to prior board actions was recorded at the April 14 meeting.
