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Lincoln County Administrative And Legislative Committee July 2nd Meeting Summary

July 16, 2024July 16, 2024 Steve DillonLincoln County Administrative And Legislative Committee

LINCOLN COUNTY – The Lincoln County Administrative and Legislative Committee met on Tuesday July 2nd at the Government Services Center. UW Extension Dept Head Art Lersch announced his retirement at the meeting. Candidates to fill the position are yet TBD. Matt Pultz of the Veterans Office shared that walk-in’s have been up as of late, and that veterans should be encouraged to come into the office with questions about benefits that are available. Jason Spoehr of the county’s Information Technology department shared that a chatbot recently rolled out on the…

Antigo Mayor Resigns, Interim Mayor Selected

July 16, 2024July 16, 2024 Steve DillonAntigo Mayor Resigns

ANTIGO – The Antigo city council has announced that they have accepted the resignation of Mayor Terry Brand who will be moving out of the city, making him ineligible to hold the position effective immediately. Tom Bauknecht, Fourth District Alder has accepted the title of Interim Mayor. He will fill the position through the 2025 Spring election. This leaves an opening for the District 4 Alder position. The Council is accepting applications and cover letters from residents interested in filling the position.

Merrill Fire Department Report Week Ending July 14

July 16, 2024July 29, 2024 Steve DillonMerrill Fire Department Report Week Ending July 14

MERRILL – The Merrill Fire Department responded to 40 calls last week, bringing the total for 2024 to 1193 calls. There were 2 motor vehicle accidents that resulted in injuries. There were 29 calls requesting EMS services, excluding the 2 accidents that resulted in injuries. The department responded to 3 fire calls, 2 were grass fires and the third was a recreational vehicle fire. EMS responders were also dispatched to rescue an individual at a local swimming area.