Click the tabs below for information and links to key departments and information for the Town of Namakagon.
TOWN BOARD Information – CLICK HERE
If you are interested in receiving a copy of the agenda for an upcoming Town Board meeting and a copy of the minutes from the previous meeting, contact the town clerk by telephone or email at laura.bjork@townofnamakagon.gov.
TOWN ORDINANCES – CLICK HERE
An ordinance is an authoritative rule or law of the Town Board. They are generally used for regulating or prohibiting certain types of conduct or actions on the part of citizens. Ordinances may have penalties for failure to comply.
TOWN REGULATIONS – CLICK HERE
Regulations provide directions for how citizens may comply with an ordinance. This could include but is not limited to forms to be completed or fees to be paid.
TOWN RESOLUTIONS – CLICK HERE
A resolution is a formal determination or expression of opinion of the Town Board. Resolutions are generally used to establish an internal policy position that may or may not affect the general public.
COMPREHENSIVE PLANNING COMMISSION – CLICK HERE
The Town of Namakagon Comprehensive Plan offers a broad look at the elements of housing, land use, transportation, natural environment, utilities and community facilities, economic development, issues and opportunities, intergovernmental cooperation, and implementation. Click the link above to view committee members and contact info, as well as meetings, minutes, and other documents.
Disclaimer: The notices, agendas, minutes and events on the Town of Namakagon website are for informational purposes only. They may not be the most current version, and are therefore NOT considered the official or legal copy.
The Namakagon Town Hall will be CLOSED Wednesday, July 29th
Regular Office Hours: Monday through Thursday 9:30am to 3pm
Laura Bjork
Office: (715) 794-2651
Cell: (715) 934-9641
Email: laura.bjork@townofnamakagon.gov
Transfer Facility for Residents (Garbage Depot)
The Town of Namakagon operates a garbage transfer site, recycling program, construction demolition site and a leaf/brush disposal site in an effort to help maintain a safe and clean community. Information about site hours, services, and costs is available (see regulations)
BURNING PERMITS
Permits are required for burning barrels and open burning. Permits and information on burning restrictions may be obtained from Henry Rieckhoff, Fire Chief, at Mogasheen Resort (715-794-2113) or from Rondeau’s (hardware side, 715-798-3211). Yearly permits are available on line at Wisconsin DNR: http://dnr.wi.gov/topic/ForestFire/permits.html
FIREWORKS PERMITS
Permits must be obtained at least 2-days prior to use. Permits are available through the deputy clerk’s office (715-794-2651, cell- 715-413-0406, FAX: 715-794-2920). Permits purchased when obtaining fireworks are not valid in the town.
Fireworks Permit | Fireworks Ordinance
CONSTRUCTION
Building permits are required and may be obtained from Bayfield County Zoning at the courthouse in Washburn. Currently, a representative from Zoning is in the office at the Cable Business Center on Thursday. For further information, contact Zoning at 715-373-6138.
Uniform Dwelling Code permits are required for construction of inhabitable buildings, please contact the town deputy clerk (office:715-794-2651,cell: 715-413-0406, FAX: 715-794-2920) for an application.