Wisline Programs

Local Land Use Planning and Zoning

Participation in an active Wisline session includes the written materials. Materials will be sent to the site if you register at least 10 days prior, or to your address if you register late. Cancellations must be received 10 days prior in order to receive a refund. To register call 608-262-0810. $20 per session per person.

2009/2010 Wisline Teleconference Series

November 17, 2009 (Tuesday), 10:30 - noon. Growing Communities, Greening Communities: Focus on Floodplains - Management, Resources and Policies (#1772-1) Flood preparedness and damage reduction are continued concerns for Wisconsin communities. Changes in weather patterns, due to climate change or other reasons, may lead to unexpected flooding impacts. New resources make it easier for communities to manage the floodplain in their community. This session will review flood plain regulations and new policy initiatives; the Community Rating System; new FEMA maps and flood insurance; and what to expect about changes in floodplains due to climate change. Presented by Gary Heinrich, WDNR Floodplain Planning Program Manager; Pete Nowak, UW Gaylord Nelson Institute and Environmental Resources Center; and Bob Watson, WDNR Flood Plain engineer. Moderated by Elaine Andrews, UW - Extension Environmental Resources Center.

December 16, 2009 (Wednesday), 10:30 - noon. "Working Lands" - a 21st Century Tool for Preserving Rural Wisconsin (#1772-2). "Passed as part of the 2009-2011 biennial budget, the Working Lands Initiative aims to preserve current and future agricultural uses. Learn about the components of this new program intended to help local government safeguard agricultural land. Included in this initiative is a revitalization of the Farmland Preservation Program, development of Agricultural Enterprise Areas and creation of Agricultural Conservation Easements (PACE). Presented by David Jelinski and James Matson, Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection; and Richard Stadelman, J.D., of the Wisconsin Towns Association. Moderated by Philip Freeburg, J.D., Local Government Center, UW Extension

January 13, 2010 (Wednesday) 10:30 - noon. NR115 - Understanding The New Shoreland Zoning Regulations (#1772-3). The forty-year-old shoreland development standards for unincorporated areas- those areas outside city and village boundaries - are being updated to improve lake and river protection, provide more flexibility for property owners, and streamline the permitting process. The proposed changes were approved by the Natural Resource Board June 2009 and are now before the Legislature for final review. By the end of 2009 the revised shoreland development standards are expected to be in effect. Counties will then have two years to update their ordinances to reflect the new standards. These important changes are examined in this program. Presented by Gregory D. Breese, Water Regulations and Zoning Specialist, Wisconsin DNR. Moderated by Brian W. Ohm, J.D., Land Use Law Specialist, Department of Urban & Regional Planning, UW-Madison/Extension

February 10, 2010 (Wednesday), 10:30 - noon. Alternative Land Use Regulations: Driveway, Nuisance and Other Non-Zoning Land Use Ordinances. (#1772-4). Communities with and without comprehensive zoning have tackled land use related problems, such as crowded and unsafe road access, offensive property uses and even building restrictions, using ordinances under their authority to regulate for the health, safety or welfare of the public. Known as a municipal "police powers", local governments have controlled junk accumulation, historic preservation, and loud and offensive business uses outside of typical zoning authority. Find out about these non-zoning ordinances, court decisions supporting them and how these alternative regulations may help your community. Presented by Thomas Harnisch, J.D., Education Director, Wisconsin Towers Association and Philip Freeburg, J.D. Local Government Center, UW Extension, and Moderated by Philip Freeburg.

March 10, 2010 (Wednesday), 10:30 - noon. Boundary Basics: Annexations and Boundary Agreements. (#1772-5). How are annexations started and how are towns, cities and villages and their residents affected? What procedures must the annexing municipality follow? Are there "win-win" alternatives for neighbors confronting annexation pressures? This program introduces the basic legal procedures and policy concepts to assist Cities, Villages, and Towns addressing annexation, use of intergovernmental boundary agreements and related issues. Presented by George Hall, consultant and staff member, Department of Administration, Municipal Boundary Review (Retired) and William F. White, J.D. Moderated by Philip Freeburg, J.D., Local Government Center, UW Extension.

April 14, 2010 (Wednesday) 10:30 - noon. Land Use Legislation and Case Law Update (#1772-6). Recent Wisconsin court decisions and legislation related to land use planning and implementation are highlighted and reviewed. Moderated and presented by Brian W. Ohm, J.D., Land Use Law Specialist, Department of Urban & Regional Planning. UW Madison/Extension

STAFF

If you have any questions regarding Community Resource Development in Polk County, please contact:

Robert (Bob) Kazmierski
Polk County - UW Extension
100 Polk County Plaza
Suite 210
Balsam Lake, WI 54810
Phone: 715-485-8600
Fax: 715-485-8601
Email: bob.kazmierski@ces.uwex.edu