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County counsel: lake districts likely should pay county representatives under Chapter 33

Land & Water Resources Committee of Oconto County Board of Supervisors · July 7, 2026
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Summary

Ken Dolata explained Chapter 33 reimbursement rules and Corporation Counsel advised that lake districts should pay county representatives if they pay other members; the committee discussed eligibility and reimbursement responsibilities.

Ken Dolata explained Chapter 33 (Public Inland Waters) regarding commissioner reimbursement and the county's interpretation of who should bear representative costs. Corporation Counsel Beth Ellingson stated her interpretation of Chapter 33 is that lake districts should be paying for the county representatives if they pay other members. Committee members discussed the requirements and next steps for clarifying reimbursement procedures.

The minutes do not record a motion or vote on a change in practice; the discussion reflects counsel's interpretation and further administrative steps may be needed to translate that advice into policy or practice.