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LAND TRUST COMMISSION The Land Trust Commission oversees the Town's Purchase of Development Rights Program. Meetings The Commission meets as needed. Agendas and Minutes Click here to view upcoming or past meetings or here to sign up for meeting notifications. The agenda may be amended 24 hours prior to the meeting. Meeting minutes are unofficial. Land Trust Commission Members Tom Shepherd - Chair Steve Greb - Town Board Liason Mike Carlson - Dane County Non-Profit Org. Terry Parisi - Agriculture Porter Martin Diane Farsetta Kevin Oppermann Ben Kollenbroich Staff Contact For questions or information, please contact Kelsey Shepperd, Land Use and Conservation Manager, at (608) 838-1081 ext. 2 or kshepperd@townofdunnwi.gov . Back to Boards and Commissions

TOWN POLICIES The Town has the following policies: Fence Policy (Chapter 90 of the Wisconsin Statutes sets out rules regarding fences in agricultural areas) Mailbox P lacement Policy Winter Road Maintenance Policy Roadside Mowing Policy Trash and Recycling Cart Placement

STORM SHELTER On November 13, 2009, the Town of Dunn opened a storm shelter at 699 Norman Drive in the Bay View Heights Neighborhood. During severe weather, the building will be open to anyone wishing to seek shelter. The following is a list of rules that must be followed while at the storm shelter. Shelter Rules No smoking. No drugs or alcohol. Walk to shelter if walking can be done safely. If you must bring a pet, it must be confined within a carrier and placed in the designated pet area in the shelter. Follow instructions of on-site operations team members in red vests. Report any problems or injuries to the on-site operations team. Supervise children closely and keep them nearby. Please keep noise to a minimum so that weather updates and instructions can be heard. All music and entertainment devices must be used with earphones or muted. Maintain a calm and orderly atmosphere. What to Bring to the Shelter Any needed prescriptions, over-the-counter medication, or medical equipment. Personal care and baby care items. Important papers. Appropriate clothing for weather conditions. What NOT to Bring to the Shelter: No illegal drugs, no alcohol, and no weapons of any kind will be allowed in the shelter. No large items that take up space needed for people. It's best if you do not bring your pet, but if you feel you must, the pet must be confined in a carrier and must be kept in the designated storage area for pets. Don't bring a car if you can safely walk to the shelter.

DISTRICT 3 Contact Phone: (608) 469-3720 Email: TDSSD3@gmail.com Emergency Contact: Al Monroe: (608) 838-0118 Meetings The D istrict meets on the third Tuesday of March, June, September, and December. Click here to view upcoming or past meetings or here to sign up for meeting notifications. Documents District 3 Map District Commissioners Alan Monroe, Chair Cassandra Suettinger, Secretary Tammy Rayfield, Treasurer Other Districts District 1 Kegonsa Sanitary District District 4

SCHOOL DISTRICTS The Town of Dunn is served by McFarland, Oregon, and Stoughton school districts. Please view the District's websites for more information: McFarland School District 5101 Farwell St. McFarland, WI 53558 (608) 838-4500 Website Oregon School District 123 E. Grove St. Oregon, WI 53575 (608) 835-4091 Website Stoughton School District 320 North St. Stoughton, WI 53589 (608) 877-5000 Website

SANITARY SEWER DISTRICTS There are four established areas throughout the Town that have sanitary sewer service. These are called the Town of Dunn Sanitary Districts. Please click below to access more information about each sanitary district. DISTRICT 1 KEGONSA SANITARY DISTRICT DISTRICT 3 DISTRICT 4 Flushable Wipes Can Cause Major Damage to Sewers Some people may believe that if a product clears their toilet bowl, it’s flushable. However, after flushing, wipes travel in the sewer fully intact where they combine with other items wipes and create solid blockages and potential sewer backups. Even brands that claim to be flushable create a problem. For several years, Town of Dunn Sanitary Districts have incurred expensive sewer equipment repairs and have spent even more for sewer main clean-outs. Sewer clean-out companies have been continuously removing excessive amounts of wipes from the sewer systems. The costs and risks associated with repairs and clean-out are shared by Dunn residents living in areas with sewer service. NEVER Flush These Clog Causing Items: 'Flushable' baby wipes, facial cloths, paper towels, wipes of any kind, diapers, and sanitary pads. Hair, dental floss, cotton balls, swabs, make up sponges, condoms, cigarette butts, chewing gum, food items. Flushable cat litter and dried waste from the litter box. Grease Fish, snakes, or other little critters. edication, supplements, or drugs.

APPLYING TO THE PDR PROGRAM The Town of Dunn regularly mails pre-application forms to all eligible residents - those that own 35 acres or more of contiguous land in the Town. When the Town receives an application, staff will score the applicants' property using an objective ranking system (see Land Ranking and Selection Criteria below). The scores determined by the ranking system help the Land Trust Commission determine properties for which to pursue a PDR transaction. PDR Pre-Application Land Ranking and Selection Criteria For PDR questions or to apply to the PDR program, contact Kelsey Shepperd, Land Use and Conservation Manager, at (608) 838-1081 ext. 2 or kshepperd@townofdunnwi.gov . PDR Links Benefits to Landowners and Residents Frequently Asked Questions Timeline of PDR Accomplishments Ordinance Creating the Rural Preservation Program and Land Trust Commission Mission, Goals, and Strategies of the PDR Program Map of Protected Lands Applying to the PDR Program Partnerships Cost of Community Services Studies Land Use Links Comprehensive Plan Rezone, CUP, Land Division, and Lot Line Adjustment Information Pay a Land Use Application Fee Purchase of Development Rights (PDR) Historic Documents Awards Meadowview Drainage Information Stormwater Management Capital Area Regional Planning Commission

TOWN OFFICE Interested in running for Town Office? The Town Board and Municipal Judge are elected offices. The Town Board is made up of the Town Chair and two Town Supervisors. The terms of the Chair and Supervisors expire in odd-numbered years. The term of the municipal Judge lasts four years. State Statute requires individuals seeking to run for election complete: Declaration of Candidacy, Campaign Registration Statement, and Nomination Papers. These forms are available on the Wisconsin Elections Commission website or by clicking here . Additional information can be found here . I want to... Register to Vote Request an Absentee Ballot See What's on My Ballot View My Voting History View Upcoming Election Dates View Previous Election Results Request Voter Districts and Poll List Information Run for Local Office

DISTRICT 1 Contact Dan Paltz: 608-712-9963 or townofdunn1@gmail.com Monthly Meetings The District meets as needed. Documents District 1 Map District Commissioners Steve Greb Rosalind Gausman Jeff Hodgson Mead and Hunt Defective Lateral Report For questions, contact the Town of Dunn at (608) 838-1081 or by email at Townhall@townofdunnwi.gov . For emergency use only in the event of a major sewer back up into your home during this project contact HydroKlean Emergency Line at (855) 845-5326 Other Distri cts Kegonsa Sanitary District District 3 District 4

NEWSLETTERS Do you have photos that showcase the Town's beauty that you would like to share? Email photos and photo release form to egreenfield@townofdunnwi.gov . New Town Resident Newsletter - February 2024 Spring 2026 Fall 2025 Spring 2025 Fall 2024 Spring 2024 Fall 2023 Spring 2023 Fall 2022 Spring 2022 Fall 2021 Spring 2021 Fall 2020 Spring 2020 - Covid Edition Spring 2020 Fall 2019 Spring 2019 Fall 2018 Spring 2018 Fall 2017 Spring 2017 Fall 2016 Spring 2016 Fall 2015 Spring 2015 Fall 2014 Spring 2014 Fall 2013 Spring 2013 Fall 2012 Spring 2012 Fall 2011 Spring 2011 Fall 2010 Spring 2010 Fall 2009 Spring 2009 Fall 2008 Spring 2008 Fall 2007 Spring 2007 Fall 2006 Spring 2006 Fall 2005 Spring 2005 Fall 2004 Spring 2004 Fall 2003 Fall 2002 Spring 1994 Fall 1993 Spring 1993 Fall 1992 Spring 1992 Fall 1991 Fall 1989 Fall 1988

Town announcements are listed on this page. ANNOUNCEMENTS Town Facebook Page Please follow our Facebook account here! ALERT: Effective Tuesday, March 24, the 15-ton weight limit is lifted on all Town of Dunn roads. Spring Election Early Voting Hours Here are the early voting hours for the 2026 Spring Election: Tue - Fri, Mar. 24 - Mar. 27: 12 PM to 4 PM Mon - Fri, Mar. 30 - Apr. 3: 12 PM to 4 PM Call (608) 838-1081 to make an appointment if you are unable to vote during these times. Visit MyVoteWi.Gov for more information. Polls will be open on Election Day, Tuesday, April 7, from 7 AM to 8 PM . Comprehensive Plan Update Community Survey Help guide future land use decisions by t aking a brief survey on land use, development, and other topics affecting our town. Your feedback is extremely important to us. Please take 5-10 minutes to complete this survey . Each interested participant is encouraged to take it. The survey will be available until March 31, 2026. Thank you for participating! Request a paper survey by emailing townhall@townofdunnwi.gov , calling the Town Hall at (608) 838-1081 , or by visiting the Town Hall. Natural History Tour of Hook Lake Come join us for a walking tour of the Hook Lake area! Explore and learn about the ecology and geologic features of this Town of Dunn treasure. This two-hour, approximately 1.5-mile walk will feature short talks by: Eric Carson, Geologist, Wisconsin Geological and Natural History Survey Cal DeWitt, Professor Emeritus, Nelson Institute for Environmental Studies David Sample, Retired Grassland Bird Specialist, Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) Julie Widholm, Wildlife Biologist and Hook Lake Manager, Wisconsin DNR Brandon Mann, Easement Stewardship Manager, Groundswell Conservancy Where: Start and finish at Steve Greb and Julie Andersen’s home (1714 Labrador Road) When: Sunday, May 17, 2 p.m. (Rain date: Wednesday, May 20, 6 p.m.; watch here for updates) What to bring: Camera, binoculars, light hiking boots, bug spray, and water Yahara River Dredging Project The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources is in the process of reviewing the permit application for the proposed dredging of the Yahara River through the Lower Mud Lake Archeological District. A final decision is expected soon. Questions for the Dane County Land & Water Resources Department (LWRD) about the project can be submitted to Assistant Director John Reimer or Lake Management Supervisor David Rowe . See more about the project here or learn more at the LWRD website here . 2025 Property Taxes Tax bills were mailed out on Decemb er 10. You may obtain a copy online by visiting accessdane.danecounty.gov , searching your property, and then by selecting the “E-Bill” function under the Tax Information section. Receipts are also available by visiting AccessDane. Tax payments made after January 31, 2026, must be sent to the Dane County Treasurer: PO Box 1299, Madison, WI 53701-1299. Please click here for more info. 2025 Tax Insert Where does the tax bill go? Tax Bill Contact Information 2026 Dog Licenses 2026 Dog License Application: Neutered dogs are $20.00, un-neutered dogs are $35.0 0. A $5.00 late charge will be charged for all delinquent licenses issued after March 31. Include a stamped, self-addressed envelope, and the completed license will be mailed to you. Please submit an application to azacharias@townofdunnwi.gov or mail to the Town Hall. 2026 Dane Arts Posters Available Each year for more than four decades, the Dane County Cultural Affairs Commission's annual art poster has showcased a different, talented local artist. This tradition lives on in 2026. Art posters are available to the public by voluntary $2 donation at the Town Hall. Poster donations help support the Commission's mission and programs: fostering public participation, increasing access, and forging alliances in support of local arts, culture, and history. Click here to view this year's poster. US Highway 51 Redesign The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) is in the midst of redesigning the US Highway 51 corridor, from I-39/90 east of Stoughton to US 12/18 north of McFarland. The design project is divided into four segments and is expected to last through 2027: East of Stoughton – I-39/90 to Spring Road Stoughton – Spring Road to Roby Road Rural – Roby Road to Exchange Street McFarland – Exchange Street to Terminal Drive/Voges Road Visit here for more information: https://wisconsindot.gov/Pages/projects/by-region/sw/us51-danecounty/default.aspx DOR Lottery Credit Portal For more information regarding lottery and/or gaming credits, visit the DOR Lottery Credit FAQ page: www.revenue.wi.gov/Pages/FAQS/slf-lottcr.aspx Property owners should use this portal to apply for or remove a lottery and/or gaming credit. In the portal, you are directed to the correct e-file lottery and gaming credit form (LC-115, LC-315, LC-320 & LC-400). File and submit your application online without the added step of printing, mailing, or emailing. Visit: ww2.revenue.wi.gov/VaultPublic/lc/interview.html Public Health Offers Free Private Well Testing for “Forever Chemicals” Public Health Madison & Dane County is providing free PFAS water testing for income eligible homeowners with private wells in Dane County. Eligibility for free testing is based on income and the number of people in the household. If you are not eligible for free testing, paid testing is also available at a lower price than many other labs typically offer. PFAS chemicals are common in our environment. Also known as “forever chemicals,” PFAS do not change or break down easily. Exposure can happen through the air, soil, and even drinking water. For more information, click here or call Public Health Madison & Dane County at (608) 266-4821 .

CHAPTER 11: LICENSES AND PERMITS 11-1 Regulating the Dispensing of Fermented Malt Beverages 11-2 Regulating Location of Wells and Sewage Disposal 11-3 Regulating, Controlling and Licensing Junk Yards 11-4 Regulating the Assembly of Persons 11-5 Regulating Massage Establishments 11-6 Licensing of Dogs and Regulation of Animals 11-6 Licensing of Dogs and Regulation of Animals Penalty 11-7 Controlling Sales of Carry-out Beer and Liquor 11-8 Broadband Communications - Repealed 11-9 Prohibiting Issuance of Alcohol Beverage License for Non-Payment of Taxes, Assessments, and Claims 11-10A Regulating Earth-moving Activities and Establishing Permit Requirements for Earth-Moving Activities 11-11 Provisional Operator's License 11-12 Regulating the Installation and Maintenance of Holding Tanks 11-13 Penalties for Violating Holding Tank Ordinance 11-15 Storage of Junked Automobiles 11-17 State Alcohol Beverages Statutes Adopted 11-18 Set fee for Amusement Devices Licenses 11-19 Regulating Cigarette License 11-20 Direct Sellers Transient Merchant 11-21 Regulate Blasting within the Town of Dunn 11-22 Regulating Road Events 11-23 Licensing Livestock Facilities 11-24 Short-Term Rentals 11-25(A) Regulating Solar Panels Back to Ordinances