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Notice 10-22-2026 : In-person absentee “early” voting is happening now at the Clerk’s office; hours are 9:00am-4:00pm Tuesday, October 20 – Thursday, October 29.

Friday Memo

To:  Town Board Members

From:  John Olson, Town Administrator

Date:  October 16, 2026

 

  1. At Tuesday’s Board Meeting, you voted to approve the Pre-Sale Report and bidding of the $1,050,000 1-year note, plus interest, to help fund the 2027 Budget.  And you will be voting to award the winning bank bid before you vote on the Tax Levy at the 11/10 Budget meetings.    
  2. Also at Tuesday’s Board Meeting, reps from both Delavan and Williams Bay Schools were present to give public information on their 11/3 Referendums.  You can review the information presented here:  https://townofdelavan.com/news-and-notices/school-referendums-presentations/
  3. A Special Board Meeting was held a few weeks ago on the proposed 2027 Draft Budget and future Capital Budget planning.  Thanks to Darlene and the Finance Committee for all their hard work.  The draft budget includes a projected Tax Levy increase of 5.2% right now with the Budget Hearing scheduled for 11/10 at 6:00pm where the Town Board will have their final vote on the Tax Levy and 2027 Budget.  And the Town’s Tax Levy is almost 25% of the total Property Tax Bill.   
  4. Early voting for the 11/3 Election begins next Tuesday, 10/20 through Thursday, 10/29 from 9:00am – 4:00pm.  https://townofdelavan.com/news-and-notices/general-election-november-03-2026/
  5. Public Works Committee & 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.  i3 Broadband is also expressing interest in broadband expansion in the Town.  We have not met directly with them yet.  Both providers 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. All Assessed Values for the Town are available online at accurateassessor.com.    
  10. The Highway Shop is a “free drop-off site” for Waste Oil that is used for heating purposes.  We are currently in low supply.
  11. Mechanic/Crewman position is open in the Public Works Department.  And we are hoping to interview qualified candidates at the 11/4 Public Works Committee.   https://townofdelavan.com/news-and-notices/help-wanted-mechanic-2/
  12. Enjoy your weekend!  Go Brewers!!      

                                   

Meetings next week:  None scheduled at this time.